Election Campaign 2009

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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, October 29, 2009 OUR 119th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 44-2009 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Westfield Voters to Decide Mayor’s Race, Council Battles on Tuesday By PAUL J. PEYTON Assembly are up for grabs, with par- of Linden. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ticular interest being focused locally on Other local races of interest in- WESTFIELD — Voters will decide District 22, where Democratic incum- clude Cranford, where incumbent the Westfield mayoral contest for the bents, Assemblywoman Linda Stender Committeeman David Robinson, a four-year term between incumbent Re- and Assemblyman Jerry Green, are re- Republican and the current mayor, is publican Andy Skibitsky and former ceiving a stiff challenge from GOP being opposed by Kevin Illing, who municipal judge Bill Brennan, a Demo- candidates former Scotch Plains Mayor lost a seat on the committee last year crat, as well as three contested races for Martin Marks and William “Bo” by under 100 votes. In Scotch Plains, seats on the town council on Tuesday. In Vastine, also of Scotch Plains. In Dis- incumbent Republican Councilman the First Ward, Republican Sam Della trict 21, Republicans Assemblyman Jon Dominick Bratti faces Democrat Fera faces Democrat Janice Siegel in the Bramnick and Assemblywoman Nancy Theresa Mullen for the remaining race to replace Councilman Sal Caruana; Munoz, who replaced her late husband, year on the seat previously held by Republican Vicki Kimmins is unopposed Eric, are opposed by Democratic Mayor Nancy Malool. In Fanwood, in the Second Ward; incumbent Demo- Cranford residents Springfield Town- Democratic incumbents Donna Dolce crat David Haas faces GOP challenger ship Attorney Bruce Bergen and Union and David Valian are being challenged Tom Delaney in the Third Ward, and County Assistant Counsel Norman by Republicans Robert Manduca and incumbent Tom Bigosinski, a Demo- Albert. Michael Szuch. Democrats hold the crat, faces Republican Keith Loughlin in At the county level, three seats on the mayor’s office, as well as five of the the Fourth Ward. The GOP currently Board of Chosen Freeholders will be six council seats in Fanwood. holds a 6-2 edge on the council. decided. Incumbents Al Mirabella of In Garwood, where Democrats have a 5-1 edge in addition to the mayor’s seat, incumbent Democrats Kathleen Villaggio and Keith Sluka will face Republicans Tim Hak, who ran for a seat last year and lost by less than 30 BOO HOO, FINAL YEAR...This will be the 15th and final year for the Haunted House on 220 East Dudley Avenue in votes, and former board of education Westfield. Trick-or-treaters are welcome to visit between 4 and 8 p.m. on Halloween night, Saturday, October 31. member Jim Matheson. In Mountainside, Republican incum- bents Robert Messler and William Lane are unopposed. Quiet Zone Ord. Passes Unanimously, There are competitive council races in Berkeley Heights, Kenilworth, Lin- den, Roselle Park, Summit, Spring- Should Be Active in Mid-November field, Union, and a three-way mayor’s race in Plainfield and Winfield. There By MICHAEL J. POLLACK Westfield led a push to become the emergency situation if, in the are no municipal elections in Eliza- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader first New Jersey town to establish engineer’s sole judgment, “such ac- beth, Hillside and Rahway. WESTFIELD – If nothing unfore- such a zone. tion is appropriate to prevent immi- One ballot question will ask voters seen occurs, the 24-hour quiet zone at Now, within the next month, that nent injury, death or property dam- to vote “yes” or “no” to borrowing the Rahway Avenue grade crossing should become a reality. age.” $400 million for the Green Acres, will take effect on Monday, Novem- All recommendations suggested by During the public portion of the Water Supply and Floodplain Protec- ber 9, after the Westfield Town Coun- the New Jersey Department of meeting, Brian Karnofsky, who lives Eric Wildstein for The Westfield Leader R-E-S-P-E-C-T...At the Westfield Board of Education meeting, Tuesday, board tion, and Farmland and Historic Pres- cil, on Tuesday, unanimously ap- Transportation’s (DOT) diagnostic at 618 Highland Avenue with his wife members Ann Cary and David Finn listen as Superintendent of Schools Margaret ervation Bond Act of 2009. proved an ordinance that codifies the team have been undertaken. Such rec- Karen, thanked the town for its will- Dolan, right, discusses district-wide initiatives to promote respect and conflict Candidate biographies and their let- zone’s establishment. ommendations, completed by ingness to listen but again prodded resolution. ters to the voters appear on pages B- For more than a decade, southside Conrail, include installing crossbuck the council’sTransportation Commit- 8 to B-13. Videos of interviews with Westfield residents, along with people signs on both approaches to the cross- tee to reconsider its decision to place Receiving national attention, voters Fanwood and Deborah Scanlon of candidates are available at on the Clark and Scotch Plains bor- ing, erecting “Do Not Stop on Tracks” a crosswalk adjacent to the family’s will decide the hotly contested race for Union, and newcomer Mohamed Jalloh goleader.com/videos along with can- ders, have grappled with train-whistle signs on the masts and installing road- driveway. governor. Democratic Governor Jon of Roselle, all Democrats, are being didate information at goleader.com/ noise. way-crossing gates with LED light Instead, the Karnofskys said they Corzine is challenged by former United challenged by Republicans Anthony 09election. Candidate forums for Pursuant to the Federal Railroad markers. believe the committee should con- States Attorney Chris Christie, a Re- Sytko, a Garwood councilman, and Westfield, Fanwood and Scotch Plains Administration’s (FRA) Final Rule, The town has done its part as well, sider moving the crosswalk 25 feet up publican, and Independent Chris Nicole Cole of Fanwood, a former aid will be aired on local cable access TV which afforded communities the pos- installing advance-warning signs and the street to the other side of Sinclair Daggett, a former New Jersey Depart- for the State Legislature, as well as through to Election Day on TV36, sibility of establishing quiet zones if a “No Train Horn” sign. Avenue. Within the last month, 300 ment of Environmental Protection com- independents Hope Thompson and TV35 and TV34, respectively. safety measures were implemented, Now that all diagnostic recommen- Westfield residents have signed a pe- missioner. Turnout in Union County Karen Gielen of Plainfield, former dations have been implemented and a tition “adamantly” opposing the for the last Gubernatorial race in 2005 employees of the now-defunct notice of intent to establish the quiet crosswalk’s placement. was 50 percent, with 134,294 out of Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center. Festive Halloween Activities zone has been sent to all affected par- The Karnofskys’ concerns lie with 268,810 registered voters casting bal- Democrats hold a 9-0 majority on the ties, the tentative date for the activa- the children crossing at the walkway lots, according to the Union County board. Surrogate James LaCorte of tion of the quiet zone is November 9. being “trapped” in four directions Clerk’s website. Elizabeth, a Democrat, faces a chal- Get Underway Tomorrow Fourth Ward Councilman Jim and unsure of which way to look All 80 seats in the state’s General lenge from Republican Arthur Zapolski AREA – An array of holiday fes- The festivities will kick off at 5:30 Foerst said it was “fitting” that in when cars approach from various di- tivities in multiple local communities p.m. in the parking lot of the Fanwood Town Attorney Robert Cockren’s ab- rections. They also have said that will provide a variety of chills and Memorial Library, located at North sence, Elga Goodman, who works at because a car backing out of their New State Mandates Spur thrills for all ages this week in cel- and Forest Avenues, with “Trunk or Mr. Cockren’s firm and who repre- driveway will intersect with the cross- ebration of Halloween. Treat.” Various surprise treats will be sents Westfield, was in attendance. walk, it presents a hazard for those The Garwood Lions Club will host available for trick-or-treaters. Chil- Mr. Foerst said Ms. Goodman crossing the street. BOE to Discuss Conflict Reso. the borough’s annual Halloween Pa- dren and adults who want to join the helped “spearhead” the process and Town council members have vis- By ERIC D. WILDSTEIN ret Dolan reported, “The state wants rade tomorrow, Friday, October 30, parade are invited to assemble in front was integral in helping to “decipher” ited the site and concur with the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader us to put forth very specific num- beginning promptly at 7 p.m. After of the library at 6 p.m. the miasma of regulations and paper- findings of the traffic-safety pro- WESTFIELD – New state man- bers.” She said, “We have to report all assembling at Willow Avenue and The parade will depart for work involved in such a difficult un- fessionals, who recommended the dates prompted discussion of district- instances of violence. And all in- Center Street, marchers will proceed LaGrande Park at 6:15 p.m. and con- dertaking. crosswalk near the Karnofskys’ wide initiatives to promote respect stances of vandalism, as well as sub- to the Lincoln School on Second Av- clude at the park’s athletic field. There, “After 14 years, the quiet zone is property. Council members have and conflict resolution at the Westfield stance abuse.” Despite a slight de- enue. Costume judging will take place the costume contest will begin at ap- finally implemented...Thank you, said that placing the crosswalk 25 Board of Education (BOE) meeting cline in these numbers and resulting in the school’s gymnasium. Borough proximately 6:30 p.m. for children of [Ms. Goodman], for all your hard feet away will lead to children cross- Tuesday. disciplinary actions taken since the children of all ages are welcome to all ages. LaGrande Park is located at work,” said Mr. Foerst, who thanked ing the street one extra time en route Superintendent of Schools Marga- last school year, the district intends to participate, accompanied by an adult. the corner of LaGrande Avenue and her on behalf of the Fourth Ward. to school. CONTINUED ON PAGE A-15 Also tomorrow, the Second Street in Third Ward Councilman David Mr. Karnofsky, who, Tuesday, again Mountainside Rescue Fanwood. Haas also thanked Ms. Goodman from stressed “safety over convenience,” This Special Edition Westfield Tax Office Squad and the Additionally, anyone his constituents in the Third Ward. said he and his wife were “offended” Publisher’s Note: This annual Mountainside Drug Al- who wants to enter a Under the language of the ordi- by the “claim that we staged the pic- special edition of The Westfield Open Late November 2 liance will host a pumpkin in the Jack-o- nance, which passed unanimously in tures” of kids crossing the street while Leader is mailed to every house- WESTFIELD — The office of the “Ghostly Gathering” Lantern Contest should Mayor Andy Skibitsky’s absence, it a car backs out of the driveway. hold in Westfield along with regu- Westfield tax collector will be open starting at 6:30 p.m. The bring his or her carved says “no operator of a railroad loco- “We said it was a simulation...we lar subscribers elsewhere to en- Monday, November 2, from 8:30 a.m. event will take place at creation to the park and motive or any other railroad vehicle said it was only a demonstration,” Mr. courage informed voting on Elec- to 6 p.m. in addition to the regular squad headquarters, lo- fill out an entry form by shall cause or permit the routine Karnofsky said. tion Day – Tuesday, November 3. office hours for the collection of prop- cated at Route 22, East, 6:30 p.m. Prizes will be sounding of locomotive horns on the Mr. Karnofsky thanked the council We urge you stay informed all erty taxes. and New Providence awarded for the best cos- approaches to and at the rail/street for the opportunity to speak and for year round. Reading is good for Interest will be charged beginning Road in Mountainside. tumes and the best jack- crossings within the quiet zone.” listening, but he said he believed the you. Help us do more by subscrib- on Friday, November 6. Please con- Free cider and o-lanterns. Free cider, Nothing in this ordinance, how- family’s concerns were “not being ing to the newspaper. See tact the tax collector’s office with any doughnuts, apple doughnuts and coffee will ever, prohibits an engineer from addressed.” goleader.com/subscribe. questions at (908) 789-4051 or dunking, Halloween be available. sounding a horn to provide a warning “We absolutely have no other [email protected]. treats, a scary movie In keeping with the sea- to vehicle operators, pedestrians, tres- agenda than [ensuring] the safety of and storytelling will be son, Garrett Husveth, a passers or crews in other trains in an the children,” Mr. Karnofsky said. included. Participants By Patrick Connor 2003 paranormal investigator also will be able to walk a “ghostly with Haunted New Jersey, will discuss trail” and visit “Dr. Gruesome’s labo- reportedly haunted sites in the Garden ratory.” Attendees are invited to come State during visits to two local libraries. in costume, and prizes will be awarded. Mr. Husveth will highlight his group’s All are welcome. For more informa- work and present samples of voices tion, call (908) 233-6338. captured on recording media at loca- The Optimist Club of Westfield tions believed to be haunted. will sponsor the Haunted House on He will appear tonight, Thursday, Saturday, Halloween, October 31, October 29, at 7 p.m. at the Westfield from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Westfield Memorial Library, located at 550 East Memorial Pool Complex. Admission Broad Street. This program is open to for each trip through the house is $4. Westfield Memorial Library and The Westfield Recreation Department MURAL cardholders. To register, will co-sponsor this event. visit wmlnj.org and click on Online Entertainment, food, hayrides, Calendar, or call (908) 789-4090, clowns and magicians also will be extension no. 4140. featured starting at 3:30 p.m. It is Mr. Husveth’s second local appear- recommended that children under age ance will be Thursday, November 5, at Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader 10 visit the haunted house between 4 7:30 p.m. at the Garwood Public Li- BEE-WARE...Little bees and big bees hummed cheerfully during the annual and 6 p.m. Young children should be brary. Registration is required by call- Halloween Parade in Westfield on October 24. accompanied by an adult. ing the library at (908) 789-1670, sign- PAGE GUIDE Additionally on Saturday, the an- ing up in person at the circulation desk nual Fanwood-Scotch Plains Hallow- or registering online at the library’s Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader News.....A2-3, 14,15 Obituary ...... A10 Real Estate .... B1-11 een Parade and Costume Contest will new interactive calendar, REACHING COUNTY VOTERS...Republican National Chairman Michael Steele Editorial ...... A4 Education ...... A12-13 Classifieds .... B14 take place, presented by the Fanwood youseemore.com/garwood. The li- visits the Union County GOP headquarters in Westfield last week to rally the local Community ... A6-9 Sports ...... B1-7 A&E ...... B15-16 Recreation Commission and the brary is located at 411 Third Avenue at party. Pictured, left to right, are: Candidates Art Zapolski for County Surrogate Candidate Information...... B8-13 Police Blotter...... A11 Scotch Plains Recreation Commission. the corner of Walnut Street. and Kim Guadagno for New Jersey Lt. Governor along with Mr. Steele. Election Campaign 2009

USPS 485200 Thursday, October 29, 2009 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 50TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 44-2009 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SP and FW Voters to Decide Gov., Council, Assembly Battles Tuesday By PAUL J. PEYTON Norman Albert. commissioner. Turnout in Union Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times In Scotch Plains, incumbent Re- County for the last Gubernatorial race, SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD publican Councilman Dominick in 2005, was 50 percent, with 134,294 — All 80 seats in the state’s General Bratti faces Democrat Theresa Mullen out of 268,810 registered voters cast- Assembly are up for grabs on Tues- for the remaining year on the seat ing ballots, according to the Union day, with particular interest being fo- previously held by Mayor Nancy County Clerk’s website. cused locally on District 22, where Malool. In Fanwood, Democratic in- At the county level, three seats on Democratic incumbents, Assembly- cumbents Donna Dolce and David the Board of Chosen Freeholders will woman Linda Stender and Assem- Valian are being challenged by Re- be decided. Incumbents Al Mirabella blyman Jerry Green, are receiving a publicans Robert Manduca and of Fanwood and Deborah Scanlon of stiff challenge from GOP candidates, Michael Szuch. Democrats hold the Union, along with newcomer former Scotch Plains Mayor Martin mayor’s office, as well as five of the Mohamed Jalloh of Roselle, all Demo- Marks and William “Bo” Vastine, also six council seats in Fanwood. crats, are being challenged by Repub- of Scotch Plains. In District 21, Re- Receiving national attention, voters licans Anthony Sytko, a Garwood publicans Assemblyman Jon will decide the hotly contested race for councilman, and Nicole Cole of Bramnick and Assemblywoman governor. Democratic Governor Jon Fanwood, a former aid for the State Nancy Munoz, who replaced her late Corzine is challenged by former United Legislature, as well as independents husband, Eric, are opposed by Demo- States Attorney Chris Christie, a Re- Hope Thompson and Karen Gielen of cratic Cranford residents, Springfield publican, and Independent Chris Plainfield, former employees of the Township Attorney Bruce Bergen and Daggett, a former New Jersey Depart- now defunct Muhlenberg Regional Union County Assistant Counsel ment of Environmental Protection Medical Center. Democrats hold a 9-0 majority on the board. Surrogate James LaCorte of Elizabeth, a Democrat, Benjamin B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times faces a challenge from Republican SPOOKY DELIGHT...This Fanwood home on North Avenue is all prepared, as it is every year, in the Halloween spirit, Arthur Zapolski of Linden. surrounded by spiders, skeletons and ghosts. Other local races of interest in- clude the Westfield mayoral contest for the four-year term between in- cumbent Republican Andy Skibitsky SP Approves Leaf Storage and former municipal judge Bill Brennan, a Democrat, as well as three contested races for seats on the town council. In the first ward, Republican Agreement With Westfield Sam Della Fera faces Democrat Janice By FRED T. ROSSI ters to better monitor the school cerning his own employment status Siegel in the race to replace Council- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times grounds. Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) with the public works department. man Sal Caruana; Republican Vicki SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- announced the grant earlier this The mayor backed the township’s Kimmins is unopposed in the second ship council on Tuesday authorized month. legal department, saying it was nec- ward; incumbent Democrat David the township’s annual interlocal During the public comment por- essary to defend the township against Haas faces GOP challenger Tom agreement with Westfield regarding tion at the end of the 30-minute meet- lawsuits filed against it, while Town- Delaney in the third ward, and in- the storage of leaves during the two ing, resident Carol D’Amato ques- ship Attorney Brian Levine said the Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times cumbent Tom Bigosinski, a Demo- towns’ fall leaf collection programs. tioned Mayor Nancy Malool about township’s litigation budget has gone ON THE AIR...Scotch Plains candidates for township council speak at the crat, faces Republican Keith Loughlin Scotch Plains’ leaf collection pro- what Mrs. D’Amato felt were exces- down every year since he became Candidates Forum last Thursday. The video can be seen on cable access TV34 and in the fourth ward. The GOP cur- gram got underway this week and is sive legal expenses being incurred by attorney nearly four years ago. at goleader.com. Pictured, left to right, are: Theresa Mullen (D), Times reporter rently holds a 6-2 edge on the coun- expected to run through December, the municipal government in defend- Mayor Malool announced that the Fred Rossi and Councilman Dominick Bratti (R). cil. weather permitting. The agreement ing against various lawsuits. Mrs. annual Mayor’s Gala on Friday, De- In Cranford, incumbent Commit- with Westfield, which Councilman D’Amato’s brother, Ray D’Amato, is cember 4, would honor Thomas teeman David Robinson, a Republi- Kevin Glover called an “efficient and in litigation against the township chal- Russo, Mary Ball Cappio and the SP Candidates Spar Over can and the current mayor, is being cost-effective” way to remove leaves, lenging his dismissal from township Italian-American Club as township opposed by Kevin Illing, who lost a will allow Scotch Plains to deposit employment in 2008, and her brother- volunteers of the year. The event will seat on the committee last year by leaves collected on the south side of in-law, Nick DiNizo, is in the midst be held at the Shackamaxon Country Sewer Utility, Revitalization under 100 votes. town at the Westfield Conservation of litigation against the township con- Club, with tickets costing $65. By FRED T. ROSSI create a new utility to bill each town- In Garwood, where Democrats have Center on Lamberts Mill Road, while Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ship property for its water usage. Mrs. a 5-1 edge in addition to the mayor’s Westfield will deposit leaves it col- SCOTCH PLAINS — The two can- Mullen said the move “doubles the seat, incumbent Democrats Kathleen lects on the north side of town at the didates for township council met last burden” on local businesses that are Villaggio and Keith Sluka will face public works property on Plainfield Festive Halloween Activities week in a forum in which they dis- already “overburdened” paying the Republicans Tim Hak, who ran for a Avenue. agreed about the need for the new new $400 annual assessment to fi- seat last year and lost by less than 30 In other business, Township Man- Get Underway Tomorrow sewer utility, the best ways to revital- nance the new special improvement votes, and former board of education ager Chris Marion reminded prop- ize the commercial business district district. member Jim Matheson. In erty owners that the new due date for AREA – An array of holiday fes- p.m. in the parking lot of the Fanwood and the worthwhileness of the She said instead of creating the Mountainside, Republican incum- payment of the sewer utility bill is tivities in multiple local communities Memorial Library, located at North township’s mini-golf facility. new utility, which was done so the bents Robert Messler and William Friday, November 20, with the inter- will provide a variety of chills and and Forest Avenues, with “Trunk or Republican incumbent Dominick municipal government could avoid Lane are unopposed. est-free grace period extended to thrills for all ages this week in cel- Treat.” Various surprise treats will be Bratti and Democrat Theresa Mullen breaking the state-imposed cap on There are competitive council races Monday, November 30. After that ebration of Halloween. available for trick-or-treaters. Chil- answered questions for about 40 min- property tax increases, she would have in Berkeley Heights, Kenilworth, Lin- date, those who have not paid will The Garwood Lions Club will host dren and adults who want to join the utes in a televised debate sponsored favored trying to reduce municipal den, Roselle Park, Summit, Spring- incur interest charges dating back to the borough’s annual Halloween Pa- parade are invited to assemble in front by The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times expenses while using more surplus to field, Union, and a three-way mayor’s the original October 1 due date of 8 rade tomorrow, Friday, October 30, of the library at 6 p.m. and the League of Women Voters. keep taxes in check. race in Plainfield and Winfield. There percent on the first $1,500 that is beginning promptly at The parade will de- The first part of the discussion fo- Mr. Bratti, who was appointed to are no municipal elections in Eliza- owed and 18 percent on any amount 7 p.m. After assembling part for LaGrande Park cused on township finances, and the the council in January to fill the seat beth, Hillside and Rahway. beyond that level. at Willow Avenue and at 6:15 p.m. and con- two candidates — who are running to left vacant when Mayor Nancy Malool One ballot question will ask voters The council introduced an ordi- Center Street, marchers clude at the park’s ath- fill the remaining one year of an un- took over the mayor’s chair, coun- to vote yes or no to borrowing $400 nance appropriating $182,000 from will proceed to Lincoln letic field. There, the expired four-year term on the council tered that the sewer utility was neces- million for the Green Acres, Water the state Department of Transporta- School on Second Av- costume contest will — disagreed about the council’s de- sary in order to complete work on the Supply and Floodplain Protection, tion Trust Fund to be used for im- enue. Costume judging begin at approximately cision in June to separate sewerage budget, adding that the council was and Farmland and Historic Preserva- provements to a section of Jerusalem will take place in the 6:30 p.m. for children fees from the municipal budget and facing the prospect of laying off as tion Bond Act of 2009. Road. The public hearing on the ordi- school’s gymnasium. of all ages. LaGrande many as 42 township employees if Candidate biographies and their nance will be held at the council’s Borough children of all Park is located at the the $2.5 million in sewer fees were letters to the voters appear on pages Tuesday, November 10, meeting. ages are welcome to corner of LaGrande This Special Edition not taken out of the general munici- B-8 to B-13. Videos of interviews The council also passed resolu- participate, accompa- Avenue and Second Publisher’s Note: This annual pal budget. He termed it a “fairness with candidates are available at tions formally accepting a $52,030 nied by an adult. Street in Fanwood. special edition of The Scotch Plains- issue” because now “people are pay- goleader.com/videos along with can- federal Safe Schools Grant that will Also tomorrow, the Additionally, anyone Fanwood Times is mailed to every ing for what they use and not subsi- didate information at goleader.com/ be used to purchase and install new Mountainside Rescue who wants to enter a household in Fanwood along with dizing businesses.” 09election. Candidate forums for security cameras — both indoors and Squad and the pumpkin in the Jack-o- regular subscribers in Scotch Plains He said the township’s financial Westfield, Fanwood and Scotch Plains outdoors — at Scotch Plains- Mountainside Drug Al- Lantern Contest should and elsewhere to encourage in- situation at present is due in part to will be aired on local cable access TV Fanwood High School. This will al- liance will host a By Patrick Connor 2003 bring his or her carved formed voting on Election Day – what he said were decisions that were through to Election Day on TV36, low school officials and law enforce- “Ghostly Gathering” starting at 6:30 creation to the park and fill out an Tuesday, November 3. made in past years, “for political rea- TV35 and TV34, respectively. ment personnel at police headquar- p.m. The event will take place at entry form by 6:30 p.m. Prizes will be We urge you to stay informed all sons versus what’s best for the town- squad headquarters, located at Route awarded for the best costumes and year round. Reading is good for ship.” He specifically mentioned the 22, East, and New Providence Road the best jack-o-lanterns. Free cider, you. Help us do more by subscrib- zero property tax increase enacted by Samuel Asks Judge For New in Mountainside. doughnuts and coffee will be avail- ing to the newspaper. See the Republican-controlled council in Free cider and doughnuts, apple able. goleader.com/subscribe. CONTINUED ON PAGE A3 dunking, Halloween treats, a scary In keeping with the season, Garrett Ruling on Open Meetings Act movie and storytelling will be in- Husveth, a paranormal investigator By FRED T. ROSSI been “at best premature.” cluded. Participants also will be able with the group Haunted New Jersey, Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “The principles raised by my law- to walk a “ghostly trail” and visit “Dr. will discuss reportedly haunted sites SCOTCH PLAINS — Two weeks suit relate to fundamental questions Gruesome’s laboratory.” Attendees in the Garden State during visits to after the dismissal of his lawsuit chal- regarding how the Scotch Plains gov- are invited to come in costume, and two local libraries. Mr. Husveth will lenging the municipal budget and ernment has been operating,” Mr. prizes will be awarded. All are wel- highlight his group’s work and present sewer utility, as well as seeking to Samuel told The Scotch Plains- come. For more information, call samples of voices captured on re- have Mayor Nancy Malool disquali- Fanwood Times. “I intend to pursue (908) 233-6338. cording media at locations believed fied from holding office, township these issues as long as it seems rea- The Optimist Club of Westfield to be haunted. Democratic Party Chairman Richard sonable.” will sponsor the Haunted House on He will appear tonight, Thursday, Samuel has filed a motion for recon- Township Attorney Brian Levine Saturday, Halloween, October 31, October 29, at 7 p.m. at the Westfield sideration that the township council said the municipal government, in its from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Westfield Memorial Library, located at 550 East had violated the Open Public Meet- cross-motion to be filed this week, Memorial Pool Complex. Admission Broad Street. This program is open to ings Act in its deliberations of the will seek to recover from Mr. Samuel for each trip through the house is $4. Westfield Memorial Library and municipal budget and establishment the costs of the township’s legal fees, The Westfield Recreation Department MURAL cardholders. To register, of a sewer utility. both for the reconsideration and for will co-sponsor this event. visit wmlnj.org and click on Online Mr. Samuel’s three-page memoran- the initial lawsuit that was filed in Entertainment, food, hayrides, Calendar, or call (908) 789-4090, dum in support of his motion was filed July. “This is a frivolous motion on clowns and magicians also will be extension no. 4140. with state Superior Court Judge Karen top of a frivolous litigation,” he said. featured starting at 3:30 p.m. It is Mr. Husveth’s second local appear- Michael Pollack for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Cassidy in Elizabeth, who on October Mayor Malool called Mr. Samuel’s recommended that children under age ance will be Thursday, November 5, REACHING COUNTY VOTERS...Republican National Chairman Michael Steele 9 had dismissed Mr. Samuel’s lawsuit motion “more outrageous than the 10 visit the haunted house between 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Garwood Public visits the Union County GOP headquarters in Westfield last week to rally the local in its entirety, ruling that the council first lawsuit,” noting that since Judge and 6 p.m. Young children should be Library. Registration is required. In- party. Pictured, left to right, are: Candidates Art Zapolski for County Surrogate had acted properly in its actions on the Cassidy had already ruled that there accompanied by an adult. dividuals may register by calling the and Kim Guadagno for New Jersey Lt. Governor along with Mr. Steele. budget and the sewer utility ordinance were no violations of the Open Public Additionally on Saturday, the an- library at (908) 789-1670, signing up and finding no violations of the Open Meetings Act, “how could we have a nual Fanwood-Scotch Plains Hallow- in person at the Circulation Desk or PAGE GUIDE Public Meetings Act. In his motion, pattern and practice of violating it? It een Parade and Costume Contest will registering online at the library’s new News ...... A2-3, 14 Obituary ...... A10 Real Estate .... B1-11 Mr. Samuel said the judge’s dismissal just doesn’t make any sense.” She told take place, presented by the Fanwood interactive calendar, Editorial ...... A4 Education ...... A12-13 Classifieds .... B14 of his contention that the council “en- The Times, “It is beyond irresponsible Recreation Commission and the youseemore.com/garwood. The li- Community ... A6-9 Sports ...... B1-7 A&E ...... B15-16 gaged in a pattern and practice” of to continue to waste taxpayers’ money Scotch Plains Recreation Commission. brary is located at 411 Third Avenue Candidate Information...... B8-13 Police Blotter...... A11 conducting its business in secret had on this meritless, frivolous litigation.” The festivities will kick off at 5:30 at the corner of Walnut Street. Tombstone Epitaph “A Business That Didn’t Advertise Because They Couldn’t Afford It”

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The Westfield Leader [email protected] - 908.232.4407 Page A-2 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION DWC Reports on So. Ave. Peyton's Progress, America In Bloom Peek at the Week By WAYNE BAKER jectionable. They also suggested en- In Politics Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times couraging integrated pest manage- The Leader/Times WESTFIELD — Town Adminis- ment, which reduces pollution from By Paul Peyton of trator Jim Gildea reported to Down- runoff of pesticides, etc. Encouraging Polls Show N.J. Governor’s Loaded Gun Found In town Westfield Corporation Board of bicycle use instead of cars was an- Race Is A Dead Heat Car of Daggett’s Driver Directors on October 19 that the heavy other among the many suggestions The New Jersey governor’s race is Police in Somerset County are look- construction phase of the South Av- the committee made. a dead head between Democratic ing into the discovery of a loaded gun enue streetscape project will likely A discussion about continuing incumbent Governor Jon Corzine and found in a car used by the campaign be completed this week. Westfield’s commitment to this pro- Republican challenger Chris Christie of independent gubernatorial candi- Mr. Gildea said in the seven weeks gram followed with Mrs. Cronin en- with Independent Chris Daggett trail- date Chris Daggett, according to the since work began, approximately five couraging the town’s commitment to ing the major party candidates but Star-Ledger. Mr. Daggett told authori- weeks worth of progress has been the program. Mr. Gildea said of the still having an impact on the race. ties the gun belongs to his driver and made, with weather the primary town’s participation, “It’s a great A Monmouth University/Gannett was accidentally left in the car when disruptor. He also revealed that the thing.” New Jersey Poll has the race even at it was returned to the dealer. trees selected and purchased for the According to Mrs. Cronin, several a 39-39 percent split between Mr. McKeon Rumored to Be Michael Pollack for The Westfield Leader and The Times project have been determined to be retail spaces are currently Corzine and Mr. Christie with Mr. LAST-MINUTE PUSH...Volunteers make phone calls to voters recently at Union inappropriate. By Mr. Gildea’s de- transitioning, with Westfield Sleep Looking At D.E.P. Post County Republican Headquarters in Westcield as part of their get-out-the-vote Daggett at 14 percent. A Quinnipiac Politicsnj.com has reported that scription, the problems are threefold, Center moving from South Avenue to University poll has Mr. Christie operation in anticipation of Tuesday’s Gubernatortial Election. with the tree’s profile tending to ex- the space to be vacated by Smith and Assemblyman John McKeon (D-27, ahead by a percentage point, 41 to West Orange), might be looking to tend branches into the street, their Hawken on Elm Street. Turning Point 40 percent, with Mr. Daggett at 14 vertical growth would impact wires, Restaurant will be appearing before become the state’s new Department Electronics Recycling and percent. Both polls were released in of Environmental Department Com- and the flowers they drop posing a the planning board on November 2 mid-October. potential slip hazard for pedestrians. regarding their proposal to occupy the missioner. The website’s report indi- With that in Mind, Democrats cates that District 27 may face gerry- Paper Shredding on Nov. 7 He said the trees would likely be former Bombay Company space on have brought in President Barack usable elsewhere in town. Central Avenue. mandering in 2011 as part of the KENILWORTH – The County of County residency is required. Obama, Vice-President Joseph redistricting process in an effort to A discussion of how best to handle A group also recently visited Biden, former President Bill Clinton Union will sponsor a recycling event Unwanted personal documents will the absence of light poles for the next Westfield from the Japan Foundation unseat Senator Richard Codey (D- for electronic equipment and unwanted be shredded from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.. and Carolyn Kennedy to campaign 27, West Orange) who is in a battle few months remained unresolved. Caps for Regional Vitalization. Westfield for Mr. Corzine. GOP National personal documents on Saturday, No- Shredding will end before 2 p.m. if the and planters were proposed, with no was just one of three locales visited by with Senator Majority Leader Steve vember 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the truck reaches capacity. Documents Chairman Michael Steele visited Sweeney (D-Gloucester) to retain the Schering-Plough facility located at 2000 should not be bound. Please remove solution meeting the board’s approval. the group, with the others being New Union County GOP Headquarters In other business, it was announced York and Boston. senate president’s post he has held Galloping Hill Road in Kenilworth. plastic binders and paperclips. Docu- in Westfield to thank campaign vol- since 2002. At no cost, Union County residents ments are placed onto a conveyor belt that Westfield placed second in their Mrs. Cronin said a review of unteers in support of Mr. Christie. Rahway Names Ex-Councilman can get rid of unwanted computers, and put through the shredder. The ma- size category in the America in Bloom Westfield’s participation in the Main Star-Ledger Endorses competition, which was held in Street program is scheduled for No- To Replace Bobby Akbar televisions and other electronic equip- terial is shipped to paper mills and used Daggett for Governor ment and also shred old personal pa- as pulp. Hershey, Pa. on October 3. The vember 16 and 17. This is a regular The Rahway City Council has pers in an environmentally proper man- Residents should continue to recycle DWC’s evaluation committee pro- event, and will include representa- Independent New Jersey guberna- picked former councilman Robert torial candidate Chris Daggett has ner. There is a limit of six electronic non-confidential papers and magazines vided an extensive follow-up report tives from both the national and state Rachlin to succeed Bobby Akbar who items per car. This will be the final with their municipal recycling program. citing some shortcomings and mak- Main Street organizations. picked up the endorsement of the resigned following his arrest and sus- Star Ledger. “(Our) decision is less a county recycling event of 2009. For more information, call the Recy- ing actionable recommendations for Westfield’s Chamber of Commerce pension from his teaching job in the Electronic equipment that will be cling Hotline at (908) 654-9889. improvement. Sherry Cronin, DWC has scheduled their annual Christmas rejection of Governor Jon Corzine Rahway School District. accepted include computer monitors, executive director, told the board that tree lighting for Sunday, November and Republican Chris Christie than a Police have said the arrest was for hard drives, modems, keyboards, Mullen Completes Westfield was named a national final- 29. This coincides with Santa and repudiation of the parties they repre- assault in an incident that they classi- CPU’s, mice, printers, scanners, speak- ist in two categories, urban forestry Mrs. Claus’ appearance at Lord & sent, both of which have forfeited fied as domestic violence.Rahway ers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, R.O.T.C. Course and floral displays. Taylor on November 27, 28, and 29. any claim to the trust and confidence GOP Chairman Patrick Cassio has ac- telephones and circuit boards. Refrig- SCOTCH PLAINS — Jeffrey Mullen The report cited Franklin School’s The DWC hopes to arrange for the of the people of New Jersey,” the cused city Democrats of delaying Mr. erators, washers and dryers, microwaves has graduated from the Army R.O.T.C. garden as “impressive” but found the Clauses to ride a fire truck to the 5:30 editorial stated. “They share respon- Akbar’s resignation to avoid a special and air conditioners will not be ac- (Reserve Officer Training Corps) noise generated by landscapers ob- p.m. event. sibility for the state’s current plight.” election to the council seat. cepted. A list of the materials that will Leader Development and Assessment be accepted is available at ucnj.org/ Course, also known as “Operation War- recycle. rior Forge,” at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Pre-registration is not required. All Wash. He is a 2006 graduate of Scotch Store Open that residents need to do is drive to the Plains-Fanwood High School. 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Westfield Leader only A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-3 Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-3 Election Campaign 2009 NJ Transit Adds Train Scotch Plains Candidates Stops at Garwood Station Discuss the Issues LAUREN S. BARR Mayor Dennis McCarthy said that Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Greet, who also serves on the GARWOOD — Councilwoman borough planning board, is “enthusi- 2000, saying that it had “looked good still being paid off, he thinks it can Kathleen Villaggio announced at astic and ready to start.” for the voters,” but that the move eventually generate some profit. Tuesday night’s council meeting that Council President Keith Sluka com- “wasn’t good for Scotch Plains.” He On the issue of charging sports NJ Transit is adding more stops at the plied with Mr. Paterson’s request and said “politicians made decisions leagues a fee to use township-owned Garwood train station beginning Sun- moved the appointment off the con- based on what was popular with the athletic fields, Mrs. Mullen said she day, November 8. sent agenda for a separate roll call voters.” would not favor doing so for in-town The additional train stops include: vote. Mr. Greet was appointed unani- Mrs. Mullen, who is making her organizations and would need to look Going to Newark at 6:29 a.m. and mously. second run for the council, criticized further into whether to charge out-of- 1:26 p.m. on weekdays plus returning The council also passed three reso- what she said was “overspending” by town leagues. Mr. Bratti said he would to Garwood at 10:25 a.m. and 4:33 lutions on first reading. The first reso- recent councils, and said if the govern- not be in favor of the idea. p.m. There will also be two outbound lution authorizes the sale of an odd- ing body had been “more responsible” Neither candidate favored having stops on the weekends at 8:51 and sized piece of land on Spruce Av- in recent years from a spending stand- the township undertake a formal re- 10:51 a.m. and three inbound trains at enue, the second amends an ordi- Horace Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times point, “we could’ve avoided this.” assessment of all properties in Scotch READY TO ROLL...Merry Wisler of the League of Women Voters gives last- 5:58 p.m., 7:58 p.m. and 1:27 a.m. nance requiring chain link fences at Both candidates agreed that in bud- Plains, something it has not done minute instructions to Fred Rossi, center, of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times There are currently no weekend stops construction sites, and the third sets get discussions in coming years, since the mid-1980s. Both said the and Scotch Plains Council candidates Theresa Mullen, left on dais, and Dominick at the Garwood station. forth the duties and responsibilities “nothing is off the table, nothing is estimated million-dollar cost was Bratti, right, prior to last Thursday’s candidates’ forum at the Scotch Plains NJ Transit and the Borough of for the zoning official and the zoning sacrosanct,” as Mr. Bratti put it. something the municipal government Municipal Building. Garwood are adding the stops in con- enforcement officer. During a discussion of shared ser- could not afford at present. And both junction with a development study. Police Chief William Legg was re- vices, specifically with Fanwood, Mr. Bratti and Mrs. Mullen said that Preschool Students Host Butterfly Parade “It’s only a start, but it’s an excellent cently appointed as the zoning en- Mrs. Mullen said she did not favor an if they were elected next week to SCOTCH PLAINS – The children The preschool students were able to start,” Councilwoman Villaggio said. forcement officer and resident Victor outright merger of the two towns. serve out the remaining one year of in Bernadette Hoyer’s and Margaret experience each stage of metamor- In other business, the council ap- Vinegra was appointed as the zoning “Both should maintain their two iden- the term, they would run for re-elec- Mindnich’s 4- phosis as it hap- pointed Steve Greet as its representa- official, following the resignation of tities,” she said, but added that, “ev- tion to a four-year term in 2010. year-old pre- pened. tive to the Rahway Valley Sewerage Ed Dec. erything [in terms of sharing of ser- school classes at Through books Authority (RVSA) to replace Charles Reading is good for you vices] should be looked at.” The two PTR Filing Deadline Brunner Elemen- and songs, they also Lombardo, who resigned due to health towns are nearing the end of a year- tary School in learned about the reasons. long study of which services and pro- Extended to Monday Scotch Plains re- Monarch migration Resident Bruce Paterson said he grams can be shared, and Mr. Bratti SCOTCH PLAINS – All senior citi- cently held a but- to Mexico. During was, “a little beside myself” over the said he could not rule out the possibil- zens and persons on Social Security terfly parade and the parade, the chil- appointment. Mr. Paterson stated that ity of an outright merger “until I see Disability are advised that the Prop- Monarch migra- dren sang the he had asked at the beginning of the the final report” of the study commit- erty Tax Rebate (PTR-1 and 2) “tax tion celebration. “Metamorphosis year to be the Garwood representa- tee. “If it’s fiscally responsible to freeze” filing date has been extended The event was Song” and shared tive, given his construction and engi- merge the two towns while preserv- to Monday, November 2. Also, the the culminating what they had neering background. He said that he ing the two towns’ character,” he said, income qualifications have been in- activity for a READY TO TAKE FLIGHT… learned about Mon- is an independent and that there would “I don’t think anything is off the table.” creased for 2007 to $60,000 and 2008 learning adven- Brunner student Louie Cerchio is ready for the parade to begin. arch butterflies with be no “politics at all.” He added that The two candidates disagreed on to $70,000. For filing forms and in- ture that began in the Brunner School “Steve’s okay, but somehow I just goleader.com/subscribe whether it was a good idea last year to formation, call Ed Evans at the Scotch September, when the children were community and family members who don’t feel right about it.” create a special improvement district Plains Public Library at (908) 322- introduced to dozens of Monarch but- attended the parade. (SID) to serve as a vehicle to revital- 5007, extension no. 208. terfly caterpillars in their classrooms. ize the commercial business district. Sheriff Officer’s Death Mr. Bratti said the SID, now called the Scotch Plains Management Corp., Is Ruled A Suicide “is a good start” to boosting the down- FANWOOD — The Union County town, and called the $400 annual as- Medical Examiner has ruled the death sessment paid by property owners to on Friday of a county sheriff’s officer as finance the SID’s operations “a small a suicide. Officer Mark Muscatello, 54, price to pay.” Mrs. Mullen called the was found inside of his Fanwood home assessment a “$400 tax” on busi- on Friday morning by members of his nesses, and said there were other ways department, Sheriff Ralph Froehlich besides a SID to revitalize the com- said. The officers responded after Mr. mercial business areas, pointing to Muscatello failed to report for duty that Fanwood as an example. morning. The medical examiner ruled Addressing recreation issues, the that Mr. Muscatello died from a single candidates disagreed on whether the self-inflicted gunshot wound. three-year-old mini-golf course at “Mark was a good man, a dedicated Scotch Hills Country Club has been officer whose love of music was inspir- worth the investment. Mrs. Mullen ing,” Sheriff Froehlich said. “During his called the $500,000 cost “an expense 20-year career, Mark was always the the town didn’t need,” and said the first one to lend help to fellow officers. facility is not generating a profit. Mr. He would volunteer with veterans’ THANK YOU, SP POLICE...Shackamaxon Golf and Country Club President of the groups. He will be forever missed by Bratti recounted some of the reasons THANK YOU, SPFD...Shackamaxon’s President Ron Silbergeld presents a why the council had moved forward Board of Trustees, Ron Silbergeld, presents a check to the Scotch Plains PBA along this department.” with Mayor Nancy Malool for Scotch Plains Appreciation Day on October 20. The investigation was handled by the check to Scotch Plains Fire Chief Jonathan Ellis and Rescue Squad President Dan with the project and said that, while Pictured, from left to right, are: Police Captain Steven Freedman, Police Chief Brian county prosecutor’s and sheriff’s of- Sullivan for Scotch Plains Appreciation Day on October 20. Pictured, from left to the bond to finance its construction is Mahoney, Police Sergeant Ernesto Hernandez, Mayor Malool and Mr. Silbergeld. fices and the State Police. right, are: Chief Ellis, Mr. Sullivan, Mayor Nancy Malool and Mr. Silbergeld. F N A O N V W E M O B O E D R Nicole Cole Bob Manduca Mike Szuch Herbert Avenue Arlene Court Westfield Avenue 3 Freeholder Council Council 3

Let’s get our priorities right for our community today – and the future...

Nicole, Bob and Mike are typical Fanwood residents. They work full time jobs, manage households with working spouses and are involved in their children’s education and local activities. They want a future here in Fanwood, and will work to make that possible for all of us.

x Control our tax burden – no more million $ loans & deferrals x Keep our neighborhoods safe and our police response rapid x Maintain the high quality of our schools & public services Want Change? Vote Republican on November 3 Paid for by the Fanwood Republican Campaign Committee, Joel Stroz, Treasurer, 22 Helen Street, Fanwood, NJ 07023 Page A-4 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor Times Since 1959 — Established 1890 — DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood It’s the Engineer Who Blows DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: The Whistle, Not the Conductor Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce I enjoyed reading October 8 edition of people must not go around the gates for it with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association the [Westfield Leader] newspaper dis- to work — and for nobody to get hurt. The rect. The others are made up. Are you sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey cussing the completion of the 24-hour railroad is doing their part. quiet zone [Rahway Avenue grade cross- Another note, on commuter trains such diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 ing]. As a train buff, I must point out that as the Raritan Valley Line, the conductor If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 the engineer blows the whistle, not the is in charge, not the engineer (it’s on his guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 conductor (for freight trains). Neverthe- watch). vidual. If you get three – word expert. If less, it sounds like an important project. you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Jeff Latawiec free time! For safety the special grade crossing Cranford P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 improvements are important, and the All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. come from the board game Diction Westfield BOE Asks Community Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER 1. Amblosis – Abortion or miscarriage Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo To Complete Strategic Plan Survey 2. Tribadism – Lesbianism COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION The Westfield Board of Education is helps us understand Westfield’s commu- 3. Deduit – Delight; sport Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly once again reaching out to the community nity values. 4. Trepha – Food that is not kosher EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER MARKETING & OPERATIONS to hear its views. We are currently work- If you have been selected, you should Ben Corbin ing on our 2010-2015 Strategic Plan and, have already received the survey or a INTIMA SERVICES 1. The innermost layer of the wall of an SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe as part of the process, we are conducting letter telling you how to access it. Please a random survey of parents in our school take the time to fill it out. The deadline is artery One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 district and residents without school age November 10. We will report back to the 2. Refined; reserved children. Approximately 1,000 individu- community on the results of the survey, 3. A nerve cell connected with other als will receive our survey. We are en- and the next five-year strategic planning nerve cells couraging those who receive it to take 10 for the district will be better informed as 4. A private place where conversation minutes and fill it out. We want to know a result of your opinions. is permitted The Children Have a Good Time, SBIRRO your opinion on class size, electives at the Ann Cary, Chair high school, foreign language at the el- 1. In India, a disciple or novice Long Range Planning Committee 2. A member of the police force in Italy ementary school, fine arts, athletics and Westfield BOE more. Your opinion is important to us and 3. A male fish during breeding time And We Laugh a Lot 4. A tanner of pelts or animal skins In the spring, we receive visits from Cub Scouts, receive of sports and community affairs are becom- PRINK Our Country Is Being Run by People 1. To wrinkle, crinkle Brownies and Girl Scouts to our newspaper office. ing quite sophisticated. 2. Pure; fresh There are Webelos, Tigers and Wolves from many The first-graders don’t know about the honor roll Who Have No Sense of U.S. History 3. To dress for show dens. It’s energizing for us to hear fresh thoughts and yet, because that starts in the intermediate grades. 4. To please suggestions from unfettered minds, questions that But our explanation that it’s “better to be in the honor As a parent of three children, a citizen conception at all of the way things were SONSY of this country and state, a taxpayer and a designed to work under our Constitution 1. Having wits; sense; understanding we adults seem to have forgotten or overlooked as roll than in the police blotter” is plainly understood voter, I have recently become very con- and the Declaration of Independence. 2. Gaudy and superficial time passes by. We also have a good time and laugh with a chuckle from the kids, though perhaps a cerned with the direction things are going They’re busy every day passing laws and 3. Concise; brief; to the point a lot. grimace from the parents when we say it. in this country. It seems almost as if the making rules that go far beyond the power 4. Lucky, pleasing Why do we have the police blotter and when Gathered around the computer, the children howl federal and state governments are run by given to them in the Constitution. As for people who have absolutely no sense of our state politicians, they fall all over See letters to voters B12-B13 someone dies, why do we put it in the newspaper? with laughter as we face paint their photographs. history, no idea of the principles on which themselves begging for help and money Shouldn’t the newspaper be in color and why is there Then we download the newspaper from the Internet this country was founded, no apprecia- with strings attached from Washington. no sound attached to it? Why do we write about old on the week they were born to see what was going on tion that they are public servants who Trenton happily gives up more power to Letters to men playing softball? The young boys giggle when then. work for us and seem to think they are a Washington and becomes more depen- privileged class of aristocrats unto them- dent on the federal government with each the Editor they see the wedding page. One of my favorites is inviting the kids to throw the selves. passing year. The children learn about the concept of “above the newspaper down the hall. They jump at the opportu- This country was founded on the basis Meanwhile, politicians are interested Putting Public’s Neck fold,” where news is clearly separated from adver- nity. With mighty throws though, the pages merely that our states are independent sovereign only in getting re-elected and expanding tisements – both of which are unmistakably impor- flair into a jumbled heap just a few feet away. Then, entities. Sovereign is a word that we do their power. It must feel good to have Through $400 Mil. Noose not hear much these days, but it is an lobbyists taking you to lunch to ask for In this coming election, we are asked to tant and interesting to the readers, but in no way we show them how to roll the newspaper into a important word. It means self governing favors. So they spend and spend to reward should they be arranged to confuse or deceive the tucked fold. Arranged in this way, the kids are able increase our debt by approving a $400 and independent. In 1787, the states agreed their PAC and union buddies and interest million bond for “Green Acres, Water readers. We also explain the critical importance of to bounce their throws off the door at the other end in the Constitution to give some, but not groups and then tax and borrow like there Supply, Floodplain, Farmland and His- keeping commentary and opinion separate from of the hallway. No harm done and a lot of fun. all, of their power to the federal govern- is no tomorrow to pay for their spending. toric Preservation.” The title sounds great, news reports. They learn about the cherished free- Some of these first-graders are now eight-graders ment. The powers they gave to the federal But there is a tomorrow and we and our however one has to keep in mind that not doms we have, including expressing one’s opinion and on the honor roll. They have a sound foundation government were limited and specific. kids will have to pay back all of the all the money will go towards open space. Those were the only powers the states trillions of dollars they are borrowing. In A lot of the money will go towards build- without fear of government reprisal. I think they get of integrity. From the eyes of these children, we see gave up because the founders of this coun- fiscal year 2009 the federal government ings, parking lots, ball fields covered with it. that reading and writing are not dead – and they try specifically did not want a central collected about $2.1 trillion – but that artificial grass and so forth. Also one can Most first-graders already know about the 5-Ws – understand it can be interesting and fun. government, far away from the people, wasn’t enough – it spent $1.4 trillion not forget that this is New Jersey and having all the power. That’s what En- more than that. The federal government public funding has a habit of winding up Who, what when, where and why – and they are So we invite you to join in the fun as we report on gland was to them in those days, and alone now owes $12 trillion and has an employing these in their writing at school. They the happenings in our community. Reading is good in the pockets of special interest groups. that’s why we revolted against King additional $55 trillion in unfunded liabili- This added borrowing is asked while remind their parents of this, and articles we now for you. George III. Our founders thought it best ties. How will all of that ever get paid off we have an $8-billion deficit for next year that since the government derives its right without a massive devaluation of our cur- and multi-billion dollar under-funding of to govern from the people themselves (a rency leading to inflation (what the Chi- the state employees pension fund. Where Don’t Scorn the Magic of Past radical thought in a time of kings), power nese are worried about) and/or a crushing will the money come from? The candi- ought be kept as close to the people as level of tax on us and our kids? Whatever dates for governor mention increased possible. happens, we lose. taxes, cutbacks, hopefully additional rev- Our Congressman represents about Am I the only one who thinks things enue and the like. The last thing a sane Souls - Happy Halloween 400,000 people and our two senators rep- have gone off the rails? The political person would want to do is increase his/ resent all the people in the state. It is parties are interested in perpetuating their her tax burden under these conditions. Although not sanctioned by any government cal- say – those mired in fright and superstition and impossible for them, in a national legisla- power and in ideological agendas, not in We have seen what happened last time ture with 532 other representatives and getting things right for us. They are part of when $450 million bonding for Stem Cell endar, Halloween is a favorite holiday — colorful darkness as night each year extends over day; as senators, to craft laws and rules that are the problem (just as George Washington Research funding went up for a public and festive. Kids dress up as witches, skeletons and winter winds howl during the fading fall. Are the designed for New Jersey. That’s why the warned us in his farewell address). We vote — It was turned down. This set the ghosts, knocking on doors for treats – lest tricks and sounds they heard, calls from spirits; lonely souls founders set up a “federal” government and our kids are the ones who are going to stage for Governor Corzine to support no (not a national government) which had be left holding the bag. Would anyone be additional bonding without voter ap- haunts follow. It’s a rite of fall, but strange in that all close at hand only during this time of year? Things limited powers and kept all the other interested in getting together to discuss proval, except for the $4 billion for the the fun seems based on the darkside – death, goblins, we seldom listen for today – are they still there? power at the state level – closer to home these issues and whether there is anything new and, hopefully, improved School haunted houses and horror. Ancient cultures divided their calendars according and easier for us to make our concerns that can be done by sane, law abiding Construction Corporation. The Governor known, whether through letters or, ulti- people who think things are headed in the knew that the public understands our dire Is it a hedonistic legacy or important sacrament? to the seasons of the year, heavily influenced by mately, the voting booth. wrong direction? If you are, please feel financial situation and very possibly Where did we learn to put fire in pumpkins, spread cycles of weather with pastoral markings taken from These days we have a federal govern- free to e-mail me at [email protected]. would turn it down. He could not afford fake cobwebs to instill fright, decorate halls with the heavens. Astronomy provided the accepted wis- ment filled with senators, congressmen, Richard Fortunato this rejection since it would not have and even a president who seem to have no Scotch Plains delighted his major supporter, the NJEA. phony human bones, pipe eerie music into our homes, dom of their time. We may scoff today and challenge That being the case, we did not get a dress in monstrous costumes and hope to fly off into these superstitions. But, is it buried in the DNA of David and Marilyn Hart Write: chance to vote, only write the check. the night on broomsticks like evil witches? It in- our souls? How can one tell in looking at the moon Now they are asking us to put our necks in a $400-million noose. My fellow tax- spires us to party, to mask what we are and to honor tonight or tomorrow night? Was that a bat or witch ‘Mountainside Has Lost A Treasure’ payers, we are broke and should have the strange – hoping to win a prize, but based on flickering by? Is there more to the wind? Does it Mountainside has lost a treasure. Our had criticisms or suggestions. His leader- declared bankruptcy. At all cost, we can- what? Maybe it was the Celts, centuries ago who carry the moans of our forefather’s spirits? Mayor Bob Viglianti died last week, after ship has made Mountainside a most at- not approve this additional bonding; we serving our town for 30 years as either tractive town in which to live. (The mayor simply cannot afford to pay the interest at created this practice, before beliefs existed, as we For those that mock, we say spend Halloween mayor or council member. We had the and council of Mountainside have never this point in time. now like to think of our sophisticated selves. night at Gallows Hill Road by Fairview Cemetery honor of serving on the borough council requested or received a salary.) Neither the Democrats nor the Repub- Is it because we’re not so sure of our beliefs today, and your opinions may change. For others we say, for a total of 18 years during his terms of The outpouring of love and support for licans have come out against this borrow- office. Over the years, we watched with his family has been very evident during ing. Our politicians don’t appear to grasp that we gleefully pay homage to these rites of our play it safe, don’t scorn the magic of souls past. Put admiration as he conducted many meet- the past week. We would like to thank the seriousness of our financial mess; it is roots? Do we refuse to laugh at the supposed igno- on your masks, don costumes, light jack-o-lanterns ings in a friendly, casual and knowledge- Linda, his wife, and their children for up to us to vote “no” as we did earlier. We rance of peoples long ago, those without science we and party. Happy Halloween! able way. Always aware of the interests of sharing Bob with the Borough of have lost our jobs, 401K’s, medical cov- local taxpayers, Mayor Bob displayed a Mountainside for so many years. erage, investments, house value and the genuinely patient and interested attitude David and Marilyn Hart like. toward all members of the audience who Former MS Councilpersons How many of them can say the same? Many are very wealthy, they have medi- cal and retirement plans that we pay for. To Correct Government Corruption, That being the case, it is easy to say the words, but we doubt they can really ap- Why Not Take Part In Call to Service? preciate our situation. We must not ap- prove this bonding. Election Day is around the corner and and corruption. we hear the same old campaign rhetoric, If you are willing to dedicate a few Albert Muller candidates talking about how they are the hours a week to solving the problems of Scotch Plains answer for enduring honesty and integ- our state and building new leadership, rity in government and for doing away please consider joining me in the Jersey with government waste. Call to Service. The Citizens’ Campaign State Workers Have While voting is important, we must offers free training online at recognize that our civic duty extends be- jointhecampaign.com. Our courses cover Contributed to Pensions yond the ballot box. There are already how to get appointed to a board or com- In The Leader’s interview with As- several powerful opportunities for citi- mission, how to take a leadership position semblywoman Nancy Munoz, published zens to make the positive difference in in the political parties, and how to effec- October 15, she is quoted as saying, “pub- their community to guarantee open and tively construct and present public policy lic employees should pay more into their honest government. Which is why the proposals to government bodies. pensions and healthcare costs the way the Citizens’ Campaign [CC] is making a The best way to correct New Jersey’s private sector does to reduce costs.” As a “Jersey Call to Service,” a public service culture of corruption and waste is to re- full-time state employee, I must hasten to initiative to inspire citizens to participate place it with a culture of service. assure her and your readers that we do in the leadership of their communities David Golush contribute to our pensions and have done and reverse the tide of government waste CC County Chair, Westfield so, substantially, every pay period, for decades. Our current contribution rate, for those We Love It Here and of us who are in the modestly-paid tier 1, is 5.5 percent of gross. Right now the Want to Stay Here effective rate is much higher, as we are Union County is a special place for me differences between candidates. Not in paying the same dollar amount on smaller and my family. It’s a place we called this race. I am the only candidate running paychecks due to the furlough/pay cut. home for many years. After we were for governor who has pledged to lower The employees have never missed a con- married, my wife, Mary Pat, and I moved your taxes. New Jersey is the most tax- tribution. It is the state, our employer, that to a small apartment above a liquor store burdened state in the nation. We know it has welshed on contributions time after in Summit. We later moved to Westfield, because we can feel it. For the hard- time, since the Whitman Administration. and eventually to our first home in working families of our state, it is an During the first few years of the Corzine Cranford. I practiced law at the Union absolute necessity to lower our tax bur- Administration, an attempt was made to Your State Legislators County Courthouse in Elizabeth. Union den, and I will do it. try to catch up somewhat on back contri- butions. State employees also now con- ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, County will always hold a special place in Like you, I’ve chosen to make New our family’s heart. Jersey my family’s home. We love it tribute to the price of their health care Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. coverage as a percentage based on in- 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. The state we love is at a crossroads. here, and want to stay here. I am prepared Next week, New Jerseyans will go to the and committed to making the difficult come. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, For years, as a group, we accepted (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. polls to cast their ballots in a gubernato- decisions necessary to ensure that our rial election that will determine our state’s future is brighter and stronger than the lower pay scales and lower increases in Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) order to receive paid health coverage 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail priorities and future. Unlike my oppo- past four years. nents, I have put forth a plan to cut the When you go to the polls next week, I that would mean employees and their Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] families would not be bankrupt if serious (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] wasteful spending that is causing our humbly ask that you cast your vote for me state’s taxes and debt to run out of con- and the needed change I will bring to our illness struck. The coverage we receive Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] is middle-of-the-road as far as employer 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] trol. From property taxes to income taxes, state. With your help, we will build a New Jerseyans can no long afford the tax better and more hopeful future for New plans go. It is expensive because New Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] Jersey is an expensive place to get health (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] and spend policies of the last four years – Jersey. we need discipline, accountability and a care. 7th Congressional District Chris Christie strong leader in Trenton. Candidate for Governor Edith Konopka Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 Sometimes it’s difficult to discern the Westfield Westfield Leader only A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-5

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Vote Column “C” on Nov. 3

Deborah Karen Hope

Dowe Gielen Thompson Mayor Union County Freeholder Union County Freeholder Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz (Plainfield) Budget... “New Jersey is no longer affordable. Our top priority must be to approve a Jobs for people at all stages of life state budget that cuts spending and taxes to make New Jersey more afford- able and business friendly.” Provide access to acute health care and affordable Spending... “State spending and borrowing are out of control. Voters must have the right transportation for all Union County residents! to approve state borrowing and the ability to express their opinion on the state budget.” Hold local and county government to be accountable and Healthcare... transparent! “New Jersey should allow residents to purchase lower priced health insur- ance from companies across State lines to obtain coverage that better suits our needs.” Stop the plundering of treasured and historical endowments by Our Children... rogue non-profits! “Sexual predators who commit heinous crimes against our children should be sentenced frpm 25 years to life. We must pass the Jessica Lunsford Act (A-1719) to protect our children and keep these predators off the streets and Muhlenberg served 13 communities and had a national ranking behind bars.” in the 80th percentile in 2008. JFK (58th), Trinitas (28th). Need we say more? Vote Tuesday, November 3rd

Revise regional disaster plans to compensate for hospital closings MUNOZ

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William L BRENNAN for mayor

Why you should consider voting for our DAD for Mayor Number 1: When he cares about something, he dedicates his heart and soul to make it happen and he cares about Westfield. Number 2: Growing up, he always told us to “do our best” and now he tells us to “make good choices.” Count on him following his own advice if he gets elected. Number 3: Having a lawyer/judge for a Dad is good and bad. Lectures are sometimes like cross-examinations, but the citizens will always know where he stands and he is an expert at communicating. We can tell you all the reasons why our bedroom lights should be turned off before leaving the house! Number 4: We do not get through a Brennan family dinner without his “lifeʼs lessons.” He tells us little things in life are important so we know that “Mayor Bill” will work hard to improve even the smallest problems in Town. Number 5: Best of all, he is a great Dad who tells corny jokes and wears bad sweater vests, but he has always been there for us and will be there for you! From the Brennan Kids,

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Paid for by Brennan for Mayor, James Tanella, Treasurer, 514 Birch Ave., Westfield, NJ 07090 Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-5

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Deborah Karen Hope Dowe Gielen Thompson

Mayor Union County Freeholder Union County Freeholder Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz (Plainfield) Budget... “New Jersey is no longer affordable. Our top priority must be to approve a Jobs for people at all stages of life state budget that cuts spending and taxes to make New Jersey more afford- able and business friendly.” Provide access to acute health care and affordable Spending... “State spending and borrowing are out of control. Voters must have the right transportation for all Union County residents! to approve state borrowing and the ability to express their opinion on the state budget.” Hold local and county government to be accountable and Healthcare... transparent! “New Jersey should allow residents to purchase lower priced health insur- ance from companies across State lines to obtain coverage that better suits our needs.” Stop the plundering of treasured and historical endowments by Our Children... rogue non-profits! “Sexual predators who commit heinous crimes against our children should be sentenced frpm 25 years to life. We must pass the Jessica Lunsford Act (A-1719) to protect our children and keep these predators off the streets and Muhlenberg served 13 communities and had a national ranking behind bars.” in the 80th percentile in 2008. JFK (58th), Trinitas (28th). Need we say more? Vote Tuesday, November 3rd

Revise regional disaster plans to compensate for hospital closings MUNOZ

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Echoes-Sentinel May 21, 2009 We have always been impressed with Bramnick…He is respected by his peers in the Assembly, earning the position of Minority Whip with widespread speculation that he would fill the powerful role of Speaker if his party every regained control of the state Assembly…

Bramnick has been a very visible Assemblyman in this area…He is an accessible politician, very down to earth, and refreshingly, doesn’t take himself too seriously.

Paid for by Bramnick for Assembly, 279 Watchung Fork, Westfield. Page A-6 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Foundation Posts Ruth Gerber Cole to Speak Newest Grant Recipients At Hadassah Event Sunday WESTFIELD – The Westfield This quarter’s recipients include WESTFIELD – Ruth Gerber Cole, est women’s organization in the Foundation, a non-profit foundation the Occupational Center of Union the national chairwoman of Hadassah United States. It supports medical that seeks to promote the betterment County, the Cerebral Palsy League, magazine, will be the featured speaker care and research, women’s health of Westfield and its surrounding com- YWCA Eastern Union County, at Westfield Hadassah’s annual God- education, community volunteerism munities, has announced its grant re- Continuo Arts Foundation, Jewish parents Fabulous Fall Festivities. This and social action. For more informa- cipients for the third quarter of 2009. Family Services, Homefirst, Revolu- year’s event will be held on Sunday, tion about this event, call Carole Thau The Foundation granted more than tionary Cemetery, One Year for Can- November 1, at noon at Ferraro’s at (908) 771-9251. $31,000 to nine local programs and cer, and Autism Family Tours. South, located at 425 South Elmer projects. These grants will be used for The Westfield Foundation started Street in Westfield. such projects as providing mobile sci- with an initial donation of $2,000 The luncheon will include musical ence centers for classrooms for children over 33 years ago. The Foundation entertainment by Don Anthony. Pro- with cerebral palsy; safety equipment fund is professionally invested and ceeds from this fund-raising event for frail elderly; restoration of grave- the income generated is granted to will benefit the Hadassah Medical stones in a local historic cemetery; a carefully screened applicants Organization, which is committed to non-profit upstart being developed to throughout the year. Since its incep- EIGHTY-YEAR CELEBRATION…The Fanwood Presbyterian Church invites improving the world through research. connect volunteers with cancer-fighting tion, the Foundation has distributed the community to join with the congregation this Sunday, November 1, in celebrat- Mrs. Cole is a member of the Na- organizations, and a bicycle program more than $4 million. Tax-deductible ing the 80th anniversary of the church’s founding in 1929. A brunch will follow the tional Board of Hadassah and recently benefiting autistic children. donations made by local residents 10 a.m. service. Fanwood Presbyterian also presently is home to Temple Sholom. completed her term as an elected mem- The Westfield Foundation favors allow the Foundation to keep thriving ber of the board of directors of the grants for programs or projects that and giving back right in Westfield. Hadassah Foundation. Since 1973, she focus primarily on the community of For more information about the Fanwood Presbyterian Plans has served on the Northern New Jer- Westfield or groups serving the Westfield Foundation, visit sey Region Board of Hadassah and Westfield community. The areas of westfieldfoundation.wordpress.com. was its president from 1985 until 1988. focus include education; the arts and Anyone interested in contributing to 80-Year Celebration Sunday Mrs. Cole currently is an English other cultural activities; civic, health the foundation is asked to contact FANWOOD – This Sunday, No- Westminster Preschool was estab- teacher to speakers of other languages and human services; community de- Betsy Chance, executive director, at vember 1, several new members will lished in 1995 and became a popular in the Ridgewood school system. velopment, and the conservation and [email protected] or join with the congregation of the Christian preschool. In 1955, the new, Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist preservation of historical resources. (908) 233-9787 with any questions. Fanwood Presbyterian Church to cel- larger sanctuary was built to accom- Organization of America, is the larg- Ruth Gerber Cole ebrate the 80th anniversary of the modate the growing congregation. church’s founding. The ceremony will Fanwood Presbyterian also has a begin at 10 a.m. in the church sanctu- six-year relationship with Temple Miller-Cory Invites Public ary, located at the corner of Martine Sholom, which shares the facilities and LaGrande Avenues in Fanwood. while the temple congregation seeks Sponsored by the Membership and a permanent home. Mr. Schwartz was To ‘Colonial Westfield’ Fellowship Committees, the event a member of Temple Sholom when it WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory “Colloquialisms – Expressions from will feature various reflections upon was located in Plainfield. House Museum will present “Visit- the Past” on November 8, “Sweet the church’s history from its found- “Now with our Vision Statement, ing Westfield in Colonial Times” Things – 18th Century Candy” on ing in 1929 on the land donated by ‘Growing in God’s love, serving all this Sunday, November 1, from 2 to November 15, and “Thanksgiving Samuel Schwartz at the corner of God’s people,’” Reverend Jahnke 4 p.m. Dinner and Colonial Table Manners Martine and LaGrande Avenues to its said, “we believe our future will be Westfield residents played a sig- and Customs” on November 22. new permanent minister, the Rever- just as exciting and just as filled with nificant role during the American For more information or to sched- How to find and sustain that hope that anchors end David Jahnke. the strength, faith and fellowship as Revolution. General George Wash- ule a school or scout tour at the us through the storms of life? The first sanctuary was a modest our first 80 years.” ington is known to have traveled museum or a special program on- building that now holds the dining All are welcome to attend this ser- twice down East Broad Street to site at a school or other community Reaching out to others is a start. room, kitchen and the church thrift vice and the brunch to follow. For Central Avenue to the home of group, call the museum office at Join Anchor of Hope in the journey of faith, hope and caring shop. The education building, more information, call the church Samuel Downer. Westfield was a (908) 232-1776. The museum’s e- Westminster Hall, was built in 1949. office at (908) 889-8891. military post and contained a drill mail address is ground and a military hospital. The [email protected] and • • • UPCOMING EVENTS • • • FRANK WIETRY militia fought valiantly to repel the the website is millercoryhouse.org. • “The Big Rake” – Sunday afternoon, November 15th – Join us in British. helping others! We will be helping people who need assistance Presenter Fran Gold will discuss Temple Play ’n Pray CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. these individuals and other Colonial with leaf cleanup of their yards. Meet 12:30pm at Redeemer Westfield residents during Sunday’s On Tap Saturday Lutheran Church, corner of Cowperthwaite & Clark, • ROOFING program, which also will include tours FANWOOD – Temple Sholom of Westfield. Bring a sack lunch and your garden rake, and enjoy • SIDING of the restored 1740 farmhouse. Fanwood/Scotch Plains invites fami- an afternoon of family fun and helping others. Need more info? • KITCHENS Members of the cooking commit- lies with children ages 4 and under to Call Redeemer Lutheran Church and School, 908-232-1517. • BATHROOMS tee will demonstrate the skills used a special Shabbat Play ’n Pray this in 18th-century open-hearth cook- Saturday, October 31. • Advent Season Readings - Saturdays in December (to be • BASEMENTS ing, using authentic recipes and sea- This event will feature music, ma- announced) at 138 East Broad Street. Outside: Short Christmas • PORCHES sonal foods. Taste samples will be racas, puppets and parachutes. The drama readings. Inside: hot cocoa, coffee & tea with baked • DECKS AND MORE…… offered to visitors. The museum gift 30-minute service, led by Student goods. Christmas music will be played. Free gift wrap for the shop, which carries a variety of Co- Cantor Vicky Glikin, will begin at 10 shoppers, offered as long as supplies last. CUSTOM BUILT ADDITIONS, lonial toys, crafts, books and educa- a.m. and be followed by a free bagel tional materials, will be open as well. brunch in the temple playroom. • Financial Tips in Turbulent Times – January 2010. ADD-A-LEVELS AND CUSTOM HOMES Admission is $2.50 for adults and Temple Sholom is located in the Representatives from Family Investor’s, a local, established $1 for students; children under age 4 Fanwood Presbyterian Church, located family-owned financial planning group will offer some tips and FOR A FREE ESTIMATE PLEASE CALL may attend for free. at the corner of Martine and LaGrande guidelines for managing your finances in these times. Located at 614 Mountain Avenue Avenues in Fanwood. The temple 732-381-0381 in Westfield, the Miller-Cory House chapel is around the corner, off of • Jazz Festival - Summer 2010. Deanna Witkowski, an Museum is a nationally-recognized Marian Avenue. Participants are asked accomplished jazz singer/composer will perform in downtown living museum, listed on both the to enter through the door on Marian N.J. LICENSE#13VH02738800 FULLY INSURED Westfield. Her inspirational story is shared through her State and National Registers of His- Avenue marked “Temple Sholom.” For original jazz compositions. toric Places and as a site on the New more information, call (908) 889-4900, Jersey Women’s Heritage Trail. e-mail [email protected] or visit • Business Prayer & Help Gathering for the Westfield Business Upcoming Sunday events include sholomnj.org. Community. Anchor of Hope is reaching out to the businesses of Westfield and surrounding communities to come together as a united force, creating hope and tools to stand strong through these turbulent times. Redeemer member Gerry Cleaves, an ethics professor, will be one of our speakers. More details to follow. If you have any questions about the upcoming events, please call Redeemer Lutheran Church and School at 908-232-1517 for more details.

A lasting gift for your family & friends in Mindowaskin Park The Friends of Mindowaskin Park is offering a unique opportunity for gift giving. We invite you to be a permanent part of Westfield’s history by purchasing a granite paver to commemorate family, friends, a business or a special date. A personalized paver for the Bandstand Memory Walk can be purchased for $170 and your tax deductible donation may qualify for a matching contribution from your employer. Please inquire for additional naming opportunities within the Park or for a certificate appropriate for gift giving. Please fill out form and remit with payment to: FRIENDS OF MINDOWASKIN PARK P.O. Box 87 Westfield, NJ 07091 phone: 908-233-0028 www.mindowaskinpark.org e-mail: [email protected] Please indicate your desired inscription below (approximately 13-15 characters per line, depending on dimensions of letters and/or numbers chosen. Spaces count as one.) Name

Line 1 Address City, State & Zip Line 2 1918 - 2009 Phone E-mail Line 3 The Friends of Mindowaskin is a registered 501(c)(3). All text is subject to Board approval.

Over 90 years of enjoyment for Westfield residents and patrons. WL 10/29/09 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-7 AARP Chapter to Gather Workshop on ‘Fee-lancing’ Monday in Scotch Plains To Take Place at Library SCOTCH PLAINS – Westfield continue to bring in items to be used WESTFIELD – On Thursday, No- sisted living facilities on topics such as Area Chapter 4137 of the American as bingo prizes for patients at Memory Enhancement, Self Esteem Association of Retired Persons Runnells Specialized Hospital of vember 5, at 7 p.m., the Westfield Memorial Library will present “Fee- Enhancement and Adjusting to Change. (AARP) will meet on Monday, No- Union County, as well as non-per- lancing, the Creative Alternative to Last June, she presented a well-attended vember 2, at the Scotch Hills Coun- ishable food items for the Westfield Memory Enhancement workshop at try Club, located at Plainfield Av- Food Pantry. Earning Extra Money.” The library is located at 550 East Broad Street. the Westfield Memorial Library. enue and Jerusalem Road in Scotch Additionally, volunteers are “This workshop is great if you’ve She has received grant awards from Plains. needed to assist on different com- the Union County Division of Cul- The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. mittees such as programs, publicity, just been laid off, are a stay-at-home mom wishing to re-enter the work tural and Heritage Affairs, the New with guest speaker Ed Baginski, a trips and tours, and nominating. In- force, or are just interested in earning York State Council on the Arts and traffic safety specialist with the New terested persons are asked to call the the Council on the Arts and Humani- Jersey Automobile Club. His pre- president or secretary at (732) 388- more money,” said Sandra Frank, who has been successfully using the “fee- ties for Staten Island, N.Y., as well as sentation will cover the following 4367. lance” method for more than 20 years an Outstanding Achievement Award topics: “Mature Driving,” including The chapter is offering a seven- in 2004 from the Union County Board issues such as proper seating and day trip with Collette Tours, June and who will present the program. “With the fee-lance approach, you of Chosen Freeholders for significant self-tests to determine driving abil- 17-23, 2010, to the Black Hills of can learn how to turn the skills you contributions to the arts and humani- ity; “Safe Driving,” an overview of South Dakota and the Badlands. For ties in Union County. general safety tips to increase a more information, call Dom Lisanti, already have into a part-time job or a full-time career. Start working im- This program is open to Westfield driver’s awareness of the hazards all president, at (732) 388-4367. mediately, with no limits to your in- Memorial Library and MURAL drivers face, and “Winter Driving,” cardholders. To register, visit the featuring helpful information for come-producing options,” she added. Volunteers Needed Ms. Frank, who is a certified senior library’s website, wmlnj.org, and click becoming a safer and more efficient advisor, also presents workshops to on the Online Calendar, or call (908) driver during adverse weather con- For Tax Preparation area nursing homes, hospitals and as- 789-4090, extension no. 4130. ditions. SCOTCH PLAINS – Volun- Individuals who have not yet paid teers are needed for free income See it all on the web in color . . . their dues of $5 are encouraged to do tax preparation for senior citi- MR. AND MRS. GREGORY PETER MADDEN so at this meeting. The chapter’s (She is the former Miss Jennifer Mary Korecky) zens, the disabled and low- and www.goleader.com holiday luncheon is set for Monday, moderate-income persons. In- December 7, at Giovanna’s Restau- come tax forms are prepared rant. The cost is $25. This fee also from February 16 to April 15, by Have you been looking for a church where you may be paid at Monday’s meeting. appointment, at the Scotch Plains Miss Jennifer M. Korecky Menu choices will be made known Public Library. Interested per- can be at home no matter who you are or where at this time. sons may call Ed Evans at (908) you are on life’s journey and in your relationship Skeets Kuzmuk, Community Ser- 322-5007, extension no. 208. Weds Gregory P. Madden vices chairman, urges members to with God? Well, we’re right here! First Congregational Church Miss Jennifer Mary Korecky and York City, a friend of the groom. A
tradition
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caring
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1728 Gregory Peter Madden were mar- Carol Lombardi of Lyon, France, Invites you to experience a “Different Kind of Church” ried on Saturday, April 4, during an sister of the bridegroom; Whitney afternoon ceremony attended by fam- Booker of Chicago, Ill., a friend of


ily and friends at St. Helen’s Roman the bride, and Karen Stallings of Thbhe Presbyterian C hhhurch Sunday, November 1 Catholic Church in Westfield. Kenilworth, aunt and godmother of 10 a.m. The bride is the daughter of Ed- the bride, did readings at the cer-
ward and Lorre Korecky of Westfield emony. in Westfield Worship Celebration with Communion and the granddaughter of Lillian A reception was held at the Korecky, also of Westfield. The Plainfield Country Club. The par- Come
worship
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Saturday, November 7 groom is the son of James and Claire ents of the bridegroom hosted the






Madden of Blue Bell, Pa. and the rehearsal dinner on April 3 at growing community of faith with dynamic programs, 5:30 p.m. grandson of Dorothy Madden of Acquaviva delle fonti in Westfield. mission
opportunities
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nationallyRrecognized
“First Saturday” Worship Celebration Harleysville, Pa. The couple enjoyed a honeymoon youth
program. Father Peter J. Foley bestowed a in the Dominican Republic and re- Informal, family-oriented papal blessing upon the couple dur- sides in Hoboken. ing the ceremony, in which the bride’s A 2001 graduate of Westfield High • Exciting
smallRgroup
options We offer: father gave her in marriage. Julia School and a 2005 graduate of Co- • Music
programs
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all
ages
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levels Madden, sister of the bridegroom, lumbia University, the bride earned Joyful, Thought-Provoking Worship was the soloist at the church. a degree in architecture. She is em- • Extensive
youth
programs
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make
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difference Church School and Child Care • Youth & Adult Choirs Kelly Korecky Ross of ployed as a Project Engineer with • Christian
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adults Morristown, sister of the bride, Turner Construction in New York Bible Study • Local and Global Outreach Opportunities served as matron of honor. The City. The groom is a 2001 graduate • Childcar e
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w or shi p Youth Fellowship • Mid-Day Musicales bridesmaids included Ingrid Arnold of LaSalle College High School in • Flexible
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times Year-Round, Multi-Generational Activities and Peggy Doerr of Westfield, who Wyndmoor, Pa. and a 2005 graduate •
the bride has known since child- of Columbia University with a de- 8:00 a.m. and much, much more… hood, and Amy Galbraith of Ontario, gree in economics and philosophy. • 9:30
a.m. Canada, a friend since college. He is an Associate for Corporate But don’t take our word for it. Come and see for yourself. •

– New
service Sean Connor of New York City, a Development at People Capital in 11:00 a.m. friend of the groom since childhood, New York City. added
starting
September
20th First Congregational Church served as the best man. The grooms- The bride and groom wish to ex- 125 Elmer Street, Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2494 men included Jim Madden of Dix press their sincere appreciation for 140
Mountain
Avenue,
Westfield Hills, N.Y. and Ken Madden of so many kind wishes they have re- 908.233.0301
R www.westfieldpc.org www.fccofwestfield.org Huntingdon Valley, Pa., brothers of ceived on the occasion of their mar- Sr.
Pastor,
Rev.
Ray
Roberts Member, The United Church of Christ the groom, and Mike Grady of New riage. Tired of High Taxes? The Current Freeholder Board has raised your taxes by 77%. Has your salary increased by 77%? Vote for a New Voice in Union County.

Art Zapoloski for Surrogate

Anthony Sytko for Freeholder

Nicole Cole for Freeholder Anthony Sytko, Nicole Cole & Art Zapoloski

Paid for by Union County Republican Committee, 425 North Avenue East , Westfield NJ 07090 Page A-8 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION St. Bart’s to Host Ceremony St. Paul’s Church Seeks For NJCIM Awards Nov. 5 Donations For Fall Sale SCOTCH PLAINS – St. Bartholomew lay people, clergy, families, people with WESTFIELD – St. Paul’s Episco- The sale will take place from 9:30 the Apostle Roman Catholic Church will and without disabilities and special needs. pal Church will host its annual Fall a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday. Saturday’s serve as the host for the Seventh Annual Each year, the organization recognizes Boutique and Clothing Sale on Fri- Bag Day will begin at 9:30 a.m. and Awards Ceremony for the New Jersey those who have been brought forth by Coalition for Inclusive Ministries community members for having commend- day and Saturday, November 6 and 7. end at noon. To control traffic flow, (NJCIM) on Thursday, November 5. ably served others in faithful inclusion. The “boutique” will again feature the entrance to the sale will be from The ceremony celebrates people and NJCIM offers dialogue, resources, antiques, jewelry, china, silver and the alcove entrance outside the par- groups who support faith communities to meetings, conferences, networking, news- crystal, plus nearly new and designer ish hall on St. Paul’s Street. fully include all people with disabilities or letters, referrals, celebrations and col- clothing. General inventory will in- St. Paul’s Church is located at 414 special needs as valuable members. The laborative projects. It is supported through clude clothing, linens, household East Broad Street in Westfield. There event will be co-sponsored by NJCIM and membership dues, donations and volun- items (kitchenware) and accessories. is no admission fee. All are welcome. Open R.O.A.D. teers coordinating work by many in the Gently used items for donation For information on donations, volun- The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. in organization. can be dropped off on Wednesday teering and post-sale outreach, call the the St. Bartholomew Academy auditorium, The NJCIM member listserv is avail- located at 2032 Westfield Avenue in Scotch able at groups.yahoo.com/group/NJCIM- and Thursday, November 4 and 5, at church at (908) 232-8506. Plains. Tickets are $30 per seat and can be online/. For more information, contact the St. Paul’s Parish Hall. The sale purchased until Monday, November 2. William Gaventa at The Elizabeth M. will not include baskets, Christmas Book Sale to Begin The awards presentation will be ASL Boggs Center on Developmental Disabili- SILVER AWARD…Cadette Girl Scouts from Troop 490 of Holy Trinity items, children’s toys or furniture. (American Sign Language)-interpreted. ties at [email protected] or (732) Interparochial School in Westfield recently earned the Girl Scout Silver Award. Through the sale, St. Paul’s out- Sunday at St. Paul’s The girls sponsored a puppy for The Seeing Eye in Morristown and organized a Entertainment will be provided by the 235-9304. reach program provides inexpensive WESTFIELD – The Friends of ASL Choir of Central Jersey, with expres- Open R.O.A.D. is a non-profit interfaith collection drive for the Union Township Animal Shelter as part of their Silver clothing and goods for people in sions of interfaith songs in sign language. group dedicated to bringing people with Award project. Pictured, from left to right, are: Shannon Feury, Catherine Music at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, local communities. Now in its 28th located at 414 East Broad Street in Faith-related disability resources will be disabilities of all kinds to houses of wor- Serzan, Mary McDermott and Abby Brennan. The Silver Award is the highest year, the sale supports St. Paul’s available. ship of their choice for religious services award available to Girl Scouts ages 11 to 14. Westfield, will hold its annual Giant Kosher and vegetarian meals will be and social activities on a regular basis. outreach efforts. Unsold items are Book Sale this Sunday, November 1, available upon prior request. The St. More information is available at sorted and distributed to social ser- from noon to 5 p.m. and Monday, Bartholomew grounds are handicap-ac- openroadorg.com. Ms. Gatti to Offer Program vice agencies within the county and November 2, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. cessible. For more information on the awards to other disaster relief organizations. Bag Day will be on Tuesday, No- The NJCIM is an interfaith network of program, contact Adrienne Robertiello at In an effort to instill a commit- vember 3, from 9 a.m. to noon. For religious groups, service and advocacy [email protected] On Her New Zealand Tour ment to volunteerism in young sale will be thousands of books in all organizations, congregations, individuals, or (908) 581-0032. people, supervised children age 10 WESTFIELD – “A Tour of New of the Circumnavigators Club. Re- categories of paperback and hard- and older will assist with various back fiction and non-fiction, audio Zealand” will be the topic of Fontaine cently invited to go to Cuba on a tasks associated with the sale. Gatti’s slide/lecture presentation at humanitarian project in January, she books, videos, software, compact the First Wednesday Luncheon of was one of only 21 selected from Needle Nite Session discs, records, DVDs, puzzles and the Westfield Historical Society, to the Circumnavigators Club. children’s books. be held at noon on November 4 at the Ms. Gatti additionally is a member On Tap November 6 Sale proceeds will support musical Echo Lake Country Club, located at of the Westfield Historical Society, a FANWOOD – The next monthly programs, concerts and activities of- 515 Springfield Avenue in Westfield. Dame of the Knights of St. George Needle Nite program at the Fanwood fered at St. Paul’s. Donations are be- Ms. Gatti toured New Zealand for and a volunteer at the Center for Hope Presbyterian Church will take place ing accepted in St. Paul’s Parish Hall two weeks in October 2008. She will Hospice and with the Paper Mill Play- on Friday, November 6, at 7:30 p.m. It from 3 to 9 p.m. daily through tomor- discuss and show slides of the tour, house Guild. She also serves on the will be held in Westminster Hall, lo- row, Friday, October 30. To reach the which took her to both the North and boards of Youth and Family Counsel- cated on Marion Avenue in Fanwood. parish hall, use the Euclid Avenue South Islands. She says the high- ing Service and the Friends of Participants knit, crochet or pre- driveway entrance. Textbooks, maga- light of her tour was visiting all the Mindowaskin Park in Westfield. pare quilts. Knitted and crocheted zines, encyclopedias or Reader’s Di- areas where The Lord of the Rings All those wishing to attend the items have been distributed to new- gest condensed books cannot be ac- was filmed in Queenstown. luncheon are asked to make a reser- borns at Beth Israel Medical Center, cepted. For more details, call (908) A certified travel consultant, Ms. vation by calling (908) 233-2930 nursing home residents and as helmet 232-8506, extension no. 10, or e-mail Gatti has been in the travel business by noon on Monday, November 2. liners for service people. The quilts [email protected]. for 40 years. She has visited every The cost of the luncheon is $18, are being made for the Center for Candy to Be Collected continent and is an active member including gratuity. Hope Hospice and Children’s Spe- cialized Hospital. To Send to U.S. Troops Needles, yarn, fabric, patterns and AREA – Dr. Scott Schaffer, an area Library Invites Community instruction are available at Needle Nite dentist, will participate again this year sessions. For further information about in Operation Gratitude, in which trick- For ‘Salsa is Nuyorican’ this program or directions to the or-treaters are invited to donate their Fanwood Presbyterian Church, call excess candy to be sent to troops WESTFIELD – The Westfield meringue steps. the church office at (908) 889-8891. overseas. Last year, Dr. Schaffer and Memorial Library, located at 550 Mr. Obando is one of the incorpo- members of the local community were East Broad Street, will present Jose rators of the Salsa Museum in Span- Potato Pancake Dinner able to raise and send over 350 pounds Obando and his musicians on ish Harlem and its former executive of candy to the troops. Wednesday, November 4, at 7 p.m. director. According to him, “Salsa is Set For This Sunday Participants are invited to bring in a program entitled “Salsa is an American musical genre amal- AREA – The Polish National their excess candy to Valley Road Nuyorican.” gamated by the Nuyoricans and Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity Dental Excellence in Clark and re- During the evening, Mr. Obando Puerto Ricans in El Barrio.” and Saint Joseph in Linden will hold ceive $1 dollar per pound, along with and his musicians will play music (Nuyorican is a combination of “New a Potato Pancake Dinner on Sunday, glowing electric toothbrushes, in ex- from Cuba, the Dominican Republic Yorker” and “Puerto Rican”). November 1, in the parish center at change for the candy. and Puerto Rico. He also will dis- After leaving the museum, Mr. 407 Ziegler Avenue in Linden. The candy will be collected at Val- cuss the artistic, social and economic Obando established Lubona Corpo- In addition to homemade potato ley Road Dental Excellence, 77 Val- contributions that Puerto Ricans have ration, an educational consulting firm pancakes, the dinner will feature home- ley Road in Clark, on Thursday, No- made to salsa. that presents museum lectures about made soup, dessert and a beverage. vember 5, from 4 to 8 p.m. The candy Audience members will have a the development of salsa. Servings will be available from noon must be unopened. It will then be chance to play the maracas, the clave This program is open to Westfield to 2 p.m. The cost of a sit-down dinner shipped to troops overseas. Dr. and the guiro, and to try out salsa and Memorial Library and MURAL will be $7. Take-out orders also will be Schaffer is a solo practitioner at Val- cardholders. To register, visit the available, at $8 per dinner. Reserva- ley Road Dental Excellence. library’s website, wmlnj.org, and tions for sit-down dinners and take- For more information, call (732) click on the Online Calendar, or call out orders are encouraged and can be 382-2715 or visit Valley Road Dental Bill Brennan (908) 789-4090, extension no. 4140. made by calling (908) 925-6537. Excellence at thesmileclub.com.

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www.BrennanforMayor.net Paid for by Tony LaPorta, Westfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-9 Small Changes Can Lead Labyrinth Walk Set Sunday Afternoon To Big Transformations CRANFORD – The First Presby- terian Church will sponsor a series of By REV. DR. MARK BOYEA thing at a time differently.” open labyrinth walks, with the next 5ISMI,QNNMZMVKM Jack Eckerd, the founder of the It is a time of enormous change in one scheduled for Sunday, Novem- Eckerd drugstore chain, had a reputa- both this country and throughout the ber 1. All walks will be held in the tion as a highly innovative business- world. But then again, when isn’t it? church’s Bates Hall, located at 11 man. A significant part of his success As much as we might not want things Springfield Avenue in Cranford. Ev- when it came to introducing effective to change, Buddhism astutely reminds eryone is welcome. change was due to spending a great us that the only constant in the uni- Participants are invited to walk the deal of time visiting stores and talk- verse is change. And as the Judeo- labyrinth anytime between 1 and 4 ing with employees and customers. It Christian tradition makes clear, rather p.m., but are asked to begin their walk was on one of those visits that Eckerd than denying or resisting change, God by 3:30 p.m. Subsequent walks will learned what he called “the lesson of calls us to enter into an active, ongo- be held the first Sunday of every the red rubber balls.” ing relationship with it. month, unless otherwise specified. As he was walking through a par- Instead of trying to control change Walking the labyrinth is an ancient ticular store, Eckerd noticed that a or make it happen all at once (which spiritual practice of prayer and medi- display of big, red rubber balls was we can’t), God calls us, like God tation that has experienced a revival completely full. Curious, he asked called Abraham, Moses and Paul, to in modern times. The 11-ringed pat- the store manager why the balls were get out on the road, trust in God’s help tern, painted on canvas, is modeled not selling. When the store manager and guidance, and work to change after the 13th-century labyrinth at was unable to give him an answer, ourselves and the world around us Chartres Cathedral in France. In Me- Eckerd turned and asked one of the one small step at a time. dieval times, walking the labyrinth clerks what she thought the reason With that in mind, when it comes to symbolized the Christian pilgrimage was. Without hesitation, the clerk the changes we face both in this time to Jerusalem for those who could not explained what should have been and in times to come, let’s each try to personally make the journey. obvious to both the store manager look for the ways in which, rather For further information on the laby- and Eckerd. than attempting to “fix the store” all rinth program or future walks, call The balls were displayed on the top at once, we can “move the red, rubber the church at (908) 276-8440. shelf, where children could barely see balls to a different shelf;” in other them, let alone get their hands on words, look for the ways in which we them. And when children can’t see or can take the smaller steps – even one touch an item that’s meant for them, small one – that added together can they certainly won’t ask their parents make a noticeable difference for us to buy one. Immediately, those big, and God’s world. red rubber balls were moved to a lower * * * * * * * shelf, and soon after, they sold out. Reverend Dr. Boyea is senior min- “The lesson of the red rubber balls,” ister at the First Congregational according to Eckerd, is that “small Church, 125 Elmer Street in Westfield. changes can make a big difference.” As it is for big, red rubber balls, so Pajama Drive to Run it is for our lives and the world. We humans love to talk about, insist on, Through Wednesday and plan for big changes, but often SCOTCH PLAINS – The Students overlook the fact that big changes Concerned for the Needy (SCN) Ser- almost always result from a series of vice Group from Scotch Plains- small changes. As psychologist and Fanwood High School is holding its author Bill O’Hanlon advises, the second annual collection of new pa- key to making big changes in our jamas now through Wednesday, No- LOVELY GESTURE…Five-year-old lives is to consistently “do one small Emily Hayeck of Scotch Plains, the vember 4, on behalf of “The Pajama daughter of Brian and Jennifer Hayeck, Program,” a 501 (c)(3) charity that recently cut off 10 inches of her hair Lt. Jake Kramer Earns provides pajamas to children in need. and donated it to “Locks of Love.” :QOP\PMZM:QOP\VW_ Collected pajamas will be distrib- Emily had let her hair grow for over Bronze Star Medal uted to local organizations and shel- two years and is excited to help other WESTFIELD – First Lieutenant ters that care for homeless and vul- children through her donation. Locks Jake A. Kramer, a Westfield High nerable children within Union of Love (locksoflove.org) accepts a mini- School graduate who recently com- County. Community members may mum of 10 inches of hair to be donated pleted his tour of duty in Iraq, has donate new pajamas for a child, boy to children suffering from long-term been awarded the Bronze Star Medal. or girl, infants through age 17. All medical hair loss from any diagnosis. The citation accompanying the tags should be kept on the pajamas. Caregivers Group award honors Lt. Kramer “for ex- Pajamas may be brought to the ceptional meritorious service dur- Athletic Office at Scotch Plains- To Gather Monday ing Operation Iraqi Freedom.” Fanwood High School, located in the WESTFIELD – A support group “First Lieutenant Jake A. front of the building at 667 Westfield for those caring for elderly or chroni- Kramer’s outstanding dedication to Road in Scotch Plains, from 8 a.m. to cally ill loved ones will meet on Mon- duty during combat operations in 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. day, November 2, at 8 p.m. in the Iraq contributed to the overwhelm- SCN wishes to thank the commu- parish center of St. Helen’s Roman /LSWPUNULPNOIVYZPUULLKZPUJL  ing success of the command’s mis- nity in advance for its support. For Catholic Church, located on Lam- sion. His actions are in keeping with more information on the pajama berts Mill Road in Westfield. ^^^^LZ[MPLSK\UP[LKM\UKVYN the finest traditions of military ser- drive, visit pajamaprogram.org. To Meetings take place on the first vice and reflect distinct credit upon learn more about SCN, its ongoing non-holiday Monday of each month. himself, the Multi-National Divi- community outreach, upcoming pro- These are information and sharing 908-233-2113 sion-Center and the United States grams and projects and volunteer sessions. For more information, call Army,” the citation stated. opportunities, access scnonline.org. Marilyn Ryan at (908) 233-8757.

r shine. The OPTIMIST Club rally in support Team Skibitsky Optimist Club of Westfield Of Westfield Campaign Pep Rally! Thanks supporters and sponsors of the Halloween Haunted House Saturday, October 31st Date: Sunday, November 1, 2009 Westfield Memorial Pool Complex The OPTIMIST Club would like to thank the many individuals and businesses Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for their support and contributions to help provide a safe environment for the 2009 Westfield Halloween Haunted House Where: 324 East Broad Street Co-sponsor Westfield, NJ Westfield Recreation Department Sponsors Optimist International Food, beverage, drummers, cheerleaders, band and more! PSE&G Come rain or shine. Gather all your family and friends Rotary Club of Westfield and join us for a grassroots campaign rally in support of Westfield Area Y your local Westfield candidates: Westfield Foundation Westfield Jaycees Supporters Downtown Westfield Corporation Mayor Andy Skibitsky Westfield Board of Education

Westfield Fire Department st Westfield Health Department Assemblyman Jon Bramnick , 21 District

Westfield Police Department st Westfield Public Works Department Sam Della Fera, 1 Ward

Westfield Rescue Squad nd Copies Now/Sir Speedy Vicki Kimmins, 2 Ward Hershey’s Subs and Delicatessen rd Kings Supermarket Tom Delaney, 3 Ward Party Stop & Costume Corner th Ron MacClusky Keith Loughlin, 4 Ward Vendors Entertainment Mack Camera Chips the Clown Passarelli’s Italian Hot Dogs Kafka’s Hay Ride Robert Treat Deli & Bakery Reverse Order Band Tasty Kettle Corn and Nuts Paid for by Skibitsky for Mayor, William Kelly, Treasurer, 1121 Prospect St., Westfield, NJ 07090 Page A-10 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Holly E. Wetscher, 59, Had Served As Robert E. Thayer, 84, Was Set Designer, Activist and Advocate for the Disabled – Obituaries – Commercial Artist and Photographer Holly E. Wetscher, 59, a resident of Women with Disabilities Health Care Robert E. Thayer, 84, of Cod Craftsmen. For the Society, he Westfield, died at her home on Task Force, an initiative of the New Dr. Donald E. Sheldon, 81, Was Retired Barnstable, Mass. passed away on served as an officer of the organiza- Wednesday, October 21, 2009, sur- Jersey Developmental Disabilities Sunday, October 18, 2009. tion and was named an Honorary rounded by her family. The cause of Council, Holly Wetscher organized After 35 Years In SP-F School District Born October 11, 1925 in Life Member. death was colon cancer. the first New Jersey Conference en- Dr. Donald E. Sheldon, D.Ed., 81, N.J., Cheryl A. Perkins and her hus- Sunderland, Mass. to Gladys Cooper He is survived by his wife, Mary Holly was a staunch activist and titled “Partners in Wellness: Working of Scotch Plains died on Friday, Oc- band, Henry, of Ennis, Tex., Lyle E. Thayer and Clark Lou, of Barnstable; his advocate for accessibility and the Together to Promote Equality in tober 16, 2009, at Sheldon and his wife, Leonard Thayer, he was son, Robert, and daugh- rights of physically disabled indi- Health Care for Women with Dis- Brightview Assisted Liv- Donna, of Havre de a resident of Barnstable ter-in-law, Teresa viduals. She had cerebral palsy from abilities.” ing in Bel Air, Md. Grace, Md., Dale S. since 1990. He had pre- Carriker-Thayer, of Salt birth and was acutely Until this week, Ms. Born in Oswego, N.Y., Sheldon and his wife, viously been a resident Point, N.Y.; his daugh- mindful of the needs of Wetscher was a mem- he was the son of the late Ann Marie, of of Fanwood for 30 years. ter, Ann Thayer Millar, disabled individuals to ber of the New Jersey Ernest and Lucy McGlen Ridgefield, Conn. and Mr. Thayer spent his son-in-law, John M. have access to health care, Council on Develop- Sheldon. Dr. Sheldon was Cathleen D. Janssen childhood in Amherst, Millar, and granddaugh- public and private build- mental Disabilities, predeceased by his wife of and her husband, David, Mass. After finishing ter, Alicia Leigh Millar, ings and workplaces. having been appointed 62 years, Alice, who passed of Scotch Plains, N.J.; secondary school there, all of Houston, Tex., and Ms. Wetscher was a to this post by the Gov- away on August 8, 2009. 12 grandchildren and he served as a pilot in his sister, Esther Thayer graduate of Union High ernor of New Jersey Dr. Sheldon received his one great-grandchild. the United States Army Henrickson of Lexing- School in Union. She re- and approved by the master’s and Doctorate of A Celebration of Life with the rank of second ton, Ky. ceived her Bachelor of New Jersey Senate. Education degrees from Service was held at the lieutenant during World Private burial ar- Science degree, cum Ms. Wetscher was an Columbia University in Willow Grove Presby- War II. He subsequently Robert E. Thayer rangements have been laude, in Special Educa- active member of New York. A 42-year resi- Dr. Donald E. Sheldon terian Church on Fri- attended Amherst Col- handled by the Hallett tion from Kean Univer- Temple Emanu-El in dent of Scotch Plains, he day, October 23. lege and the Yale Drama School. Funeral Home of South Yarmouth, sity and earned her Westfield and a Life retired from the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Donations may be made to the Upon moving to New York City, Mass. Memorial donations may be master’s degree in Reha- Holly E. Wetscher Member of Hadassah. school district after 35 years of service. Upper Chesapeake Health Founda- he attended The Art Students’ made in Robert Thayer’s name to the bilitation Counseling with Ms. Wetscher is sur- He also was active with the Tiny tion Residential Hospice, 520 Upper League of New York and worked as McCarthy Care Center, 765 Attucks highest distinction from Hofstra Uni- vived by her mother, Beatrice Tim Fund and served as an elder at the Chesapeake Drive, Suite 405, Bel Air, an off-Broadway scenic designer in Lane, Hyannis, Mass. 02601. versity in New York. Wetscher of Westfield; her sister, Dr. Willow Grove Presbyterian Church Md. 21014. New York. October 29, 2009 Ms. Wetscher began her career at Rosalind Dorlen, and brother-in-law, in Scotch Plains. Memory tributes may be sent to the During the 1950s in Edison, N.J., the Queens United Cerebral Palsy David Dorlen, of Mountainside; her Dr. Sheldon is survived by his chil- family at mccomasfuneralhome.com. Mr. Thayer began a long career as a Adele M. Howarth Center as a rehabilitation counselor nephew, Steven Dorlen of Hoboken; dren, Larry D. Sheldon of Paulsboro, October 29, 2009 commercial artist and photographer, Adele M. Howarth passed away on and case manager. She lived indepen- a niece, Dr. Allison Dorlen Pastor, employed by various companies and Saturday, October 24, at the Cranford dently in an apartment in Jamaica Es- and nephew, Dr. Jonathan Pastor, of manufacturers in the area. In 1961, Health and Extended Care Center. tates, N.Y. and later in her condo- Fort Lee, and her two grand-neph- Gloria Sosnowski, 83, Former Resident; he and his family moved to Russell Born in Garwood, she had resided minium in Bayside, N.Y. After 20 ews, Lucas and Joshua Pastor. She Road in Fanwood, where he was in Westfield for many years before years, she retired from the Queens also is survived by her aunts, Gloria Had Worked as Occupational Therapist active as a set designer with the moving to Wells River, Vt. United Cerebral Palsy Center and Rosenzweig of Rochester, N.Y. and Gloria D. Sosnowski (née Lake Funeral Home, 582 Spring- Philathalians, the local drama group, Mrs. Howarth was a homemaker. moved back to Westfield, where she Barbara Gordon of Wayne, and nu- Dounelis), 83, of Pompton Plains, field Avenue in Westfield. and had several exhibitions of his Her husband, Martin, predeceased worked for the Gift of Life, an organi- merous cousins. formerly of Westfield, died on Mon- October 29, 2009 paintings and photographs. For her. zation devoted to stem cell transplants. A bright light has been extinguished day, October 26. Seniors Reveal Trip many years, he served on the Surviving are her daughter, Pat For the past 11 years, she was em- in the lives of her family, friends and Born in Salem, Mass., she had Fanwood Planning Board. Small, and three sons, Marty, Bill and ployed by the Cerebral Palsy League colleagues who loved, respected and lived in Westfield for 50 years be- For Holiday Program Mr. Thayer established his own his wife, Pat, and Jim and his wife, in Cranford, in the position of special admired her as a person and honored fore moving to Pompton Plains last MOUNTAINSIDE – The Senior commercial art studio in the late Dee. She also will be deeply missed projects coordinator, where she her contribution to the wellbeing of year. Citizen Club of Mountainside will 1960s, with an office first in by her sister, Helen Rank; her brother, worked on advocacy initiatives, de- disabled children and adults in New An occupational therapist, Mrs. host a day of fun, lunch and a show on Millburn and later in Fanwood, Robert Karwoski; 14 grandchildren veloped a newsletter for the agency Jersey and throughout the country. Sosnowski worked in many clinics Saturday, November 21, with A Play- eventually retiring in the early and nine great-grandchildren. and generated fund-raising projects Funeral services were held on Sun- in New Jersey and volunteered at house Christmas at the Hunterdon 1990s. Funeral services will be held today, and grants. day, October 25, 2009, at Temple various hospitals, including Over- Hills Playhouse. A choice of lun- Mr. and Mrs. Thayer moved to Thursday, October 29, at 10 a.m. at The Union County Commission on Emanu-El in Westfield. Interment fol- look Hospital. cheon entrées is available. Barnstable for their retirement, the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 the Status of Women named her a lowed at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery in Her son, J. David Sosnowski, pre- The bus will depart at 10 a.m. where he pursued the art of wood- Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Inter- “Woman of Excellence” in 2000 in the Iselin. deceased her. from the parking lot of the Our Lady working and spent many years as an ment will be private. area of Health Care. She was awarded Holly has requested that donations Surviving are her husband, John of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, active local craftsman. He was a In lieu of flowers, donations may be for her many years of advocacy for in her name may be sent to the Cere- Sosnowski; two grandchildren, located at 300 Central Avenue in member of the Artisans Guild of made to the Make a Wish Foundation. individuals with disabilities, both in bral Palsy League, Adult Services, 61 Tanya and Jennifer Sosnowski, and Mountainside, and will return by 6 Cape Cod and the Society of Cape October 29, 2009 her professional and personal life, and Myrtle Street, Cranford, N.J. 07016. her sister, Thelma Hatch. p.m. All are welcome. The cost is was recognized as a role model for Arrangements were by Menorah A memorial service will be held $60 for members and $63 for non- Robertson T. Root, III, Plant Manager; severely disabled young adults. Chapels at Millburn in Union. tomorrow, Friday, October 30, at 11 members. For more information, call Ms. Wetscher was chairwoman of October 29, 2009 a.m. at the Higgins and Bonner Echo Eve Vitale at (908) 789-8568. Honored Volleyball and Softball Official the board of trustees of the Alliance Temple Sisterhood Sets for the Disabled in Action, Indepen- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Robertson T. Root, III, 66, of Clifton Mr. Root had served in the armed dent Living Center, a member of the Rummage Sale Date FEDERAL STIMULUS PROJECT FUNDED BY ARRA died on Wednesday, October 21. forces with United States Army In- governing board of New Jersey’s Pro- CLARK – The Sisterhood of NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Born in Cambridge, Mass., he telligence. tection and Advocacy, Inc., and a Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah will DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES had lived in Montclair and Glen Surviving are his son, Stephen T. member of the board of trustees of 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 Ridge before moving to Clifton 30 Root, and his wife, Amy; his two hold a rummage sale on Sunday, TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Community Access Unlimited. Holly November 15. It will take place Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 years ago. grandsons, Conor and Sean; his sis- also served as a member of the Union from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the temple, A.M. on 11/19/09, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified Mr. Root had been the plant man- ter, Martha R. Brody, and her hus- County Advisory Board on the Dis- located at 111 Valley Road in Clark. under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A ager for Troy Manufacturing Co. in band, John; his nephew, James Brody, abled and served with the American Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, Roselle Park, where he worked prior and his niece, Kathleen Brody. For more information, call the New Jersey 08625; for: Disability Association in New York. temple office at (732) 381-8403. Region North At-Grade Railroad Crossing Contract No. SWS900067; Replacement, to retiring in 1989. The funeral service was held on As New Jersey chairwoman of the Removal, Rehabilitation and of Signs, Traffic Stripes and Pavement Markings at He also was a volleyball and soft- Tuesday, October 27, at the Higgins SHERIFF’S SALE Various Locations in the Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Middlesex, ball official at both the high school and Bonner Echo Lake Funeral Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren, North and collegiate level. The New Jer- Home, 582 Springfield Avenue in SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09005412 Region Federal Project No: FS-B00S(688) UPC NO: 900067; DP No: 09176 Westfield. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Legal Advertising This is American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (AARA) Funded Project Subject to sey State Interscholastic Athletic CHANCERY DIVISION In lieu of flowers, contributions UNION COUNTY Legislative Approval. Association honored him in 2008 DOCKET NO. F-33559-08 MORE IN BACK SECTION Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C with the Legends Award for his out- to the American Heart/Stroke Asso- Plaintiff: BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE 17:27. For Federal projects, Bidders must register with both the New Jersey Department FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE standing contributions to the sport ciation, 1 Union Street, Suite 301, HOLDERS ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007- of Treasury, Division of Revenue pursuant to N.J.S.A 52:32-44 AND the “Public Works Robbinsville, N.J. 08691, 9T1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFI- PUBLIC NOTICE Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L.2003, c. 91) prior to of volleyball. CATES, SERIES 2007-9T1 contract execution. Appropriate proof of these registrations should be provided to Additionally, the New Jersey Board www.strokeassociation.org, would VS. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD Defendant: WILLIAM R. BLESSING, JESSICA SCHOOL DISTRICT NJDOT as soon as possible. of College Softball Umpires recog- be appreciated. L. BLESSING BOARD OF EDUCATION The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 nized Mr. Root for 27 years of dedi- October 29, 2009 Sale Date: 11/18/2009 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the Writ of Execution: 09/14/2009 UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY cated service to NCAA Softball. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR BIDS submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT CHANCERY DIVISION TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on sealed bids will be received by the Board SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY UNION COUNTY Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of of Education of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood CHANCERY DIVISION DOCKET NO.: F-47158-08 said day. All successful bidders must have 20% subscribe follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents School District, Evergreen Avenue and UNION COUNTY of their bid available in cash or certified check at and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS the conclusion of the sales. Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, Union County, DOCKET NO.: F-314-08 directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred New Jersey, 07076 on Wednesday, No- STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: Fifty Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Two and inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS vember 11 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time. REYNALDO AND MILDRED 35/100*** $458,702.35. Offices at the following locations: Municipality: Town of Westfield Bids will be received for: STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: GUTIERREZ 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70W County: Union JOANNE AND LEROY BETHEA Street & Street No: 821 North Avenue, West AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ YOU ARE HEREBY summoned and Tax Block and Lot: Block: 2604, Lot: 20 Dimentions of Lot: 193.38 feet x 50 feet Sealed bids must be delivered to the 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 YOU ARE HEREBY summoned and re- required to serve upon the Law Offices of Nearest Cross Street: Orborn Avenue Secretary of the Board of Education, or the 3 T - 10/29/09, 11/5/09 and 11/12/09, The Leader Fee: $195.84 quired to serve upon the Law Offices of Knuckles, Komosinski & Elliott LLP, Attor- Superior Interests (if any): None Knuckles, Komosinski & Elliott LLP, Attor- neys for Plaintiff, whose address is 565 Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Nine Thousand Board’s designated representative at the One Hundred Forty Two and 90/100*** above place on or before the hour named. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE neys for Plaintiff, whose address is 565 Taxter Taxter Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, New Road, Suite 590, Elmsford, New York 10523, York 10523, an answer to the Complaint $509,142.90 together with lawful interest and The Board of Education assumes no re- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS costs. an answer to the Complaint filed in a civil filed in a civil action in which EMIGRANT sponsibility for bids mailed or misdirected NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- action in which CITIGROUP GLOBAL MAR- MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC. is plaintiff tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and in delivery. ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Bidding shall be in conformance with the KETS REALTY CORP. is plaintiff and and REYNALDO GUTIERREZ AND money will be deposited into the Superior Court Public notice is hereby given that I, Lori Majeski, Collector of Taxes of the Township JOANNE BETHEA AND LEROY BETHEA, MILDRED GUTIERREZ, et als, are defen- Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to 18A:lSA-1 et seq., pertaining to the “Public of Scotch Plains, County of Union will sell at public auction on MONDAY, NOVEMBER et als, are defendants, pending in the Supe- dants, pending in the Superior Court of Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature School Contracts Law”. 16th, 2009 in the Municipal Court, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 9:00 rior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, New Jersey, Chancery Division, Union and extent of that person’s claim and asking for o’clock in the morning or at such later time and place to which said sale may then be Union County, and bearing Docket number County, and bearing Docket number F- an order directing payment of the surplus money. All bidders are required to comply with The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:s-31 et adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed to the respective persons F-314-08, within 35 days after October 29, 47158-08, within 35 days after October will have information regarding the surplus, if seq and N.J.A.C. 17:27. whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total 2009, exclusive of such date or if published 29, 2009, exclusive of such date or if any. amount of municipal liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in accordance with after October 29, 2009, 35 days after the published after October 29, 2009, 35 days There is a full legal description on file in the Specifications and hll information may Union County Sheriff’s Office. be obtained upon request at the Business N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 16th day of November 2009. actual date of publication, exclusive of such after the actual date of publication, exclu- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Office of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of date. If you fail to do so, judgment by default sive of such date. If you fail to do so, sale for any length of time without further adver- municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, may be rendered against you for the relief judgment by default may be rendered tisement. of Education, Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Ralph Froehlich Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest demanded in the Complaint. You shall file against you for the relief demanded in the Sheriff BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDU- rate of interest bid, but in no case in excess of 18%. Payments for said parcels shall be your answer and proof of service in duplicate Complaint. You shall file your answer and Attorney: made prior to the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order with the Clerk of the Superior Court, Hughes proof of service in duplicate with the Clerk POWER KIRN - COUNSELORS CATION OF THE SCOTCH PLANS- 728 MARINE HIGHWAY FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT, UNION or other method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Justice Complex, CN-971, Trenton, New of the Superior Court, Hughes Justice PO BOX 848 - SUITE 200 COUNTY, NEW JERSEY. Properties for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Jersey, 08625, together with your check in Complex, CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey, MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08057 Township of Scotch Plains at an interest rate of 18%. the sum of $135.00 representing the filing fee 08625, together with your check in the 4 T - 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 Anthony Del Sordi, Board Secretary & 11/12/09 Fee: $159.12 1 T - 10/29/09, The Times Fee: $34.17 At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property in accordance with the rules of Civil Practice sum of $135.00 representing the filing fee with interest and costs. Payment must be in the form of cash, certified check or money and Procedure. in accordance with the rules of Civil Prac- order. This action has been instituted for the tice and Procedure. Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act purpose of (1) foreclosing a mortgage dated This action has been instituted for the (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et 2/23/07, made by Joanne Bethea and Leroy purpose of (1) foreclosing a mortgage seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.), In addition, the Bethea as mortgagor, to FGC Commercial dated 3/17/08, made by Reynaldo Gray Funeral Homes municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser Mortgage Finance d/b/a Fremont Mortgage Gutierrez and Mildred Gutierrez as mort- who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner of the site. Its Successors And/Or Assigns recorded gagor, to Emigrant Mortgage Company In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the on 3/5/07 in Book 12072, of mortgages for Inc. recorded on 3/27/08 in Book 12446, of Since 1897 Tax Collector should be notified immediately. Union County, page 314, and assigned to mortgages for Union County, page 0947 Plaintiff by assignment dated 1/8/08 and and re-recorded on 5/20/08 in Book 12494, BLK LOT QUAL OWNER LOCATION TOTAL DUE recorded on 10/31/08 in Instrument No. of mortgages for Union County, page 0222 501 15.01 Ainsworth, Kieron & Elsie 1595 E. Second Street $17,140.30 131962, and (2) to recover possession of, and (2) to recover possession of, and 503 16 Cioffi, John & Ann 1711 E. Second Street $ 7,179.28 and concerns premises commonly known concerns premises commonly known as 705 20 Dallah, Dorothy 228 Haven Avenue $ 377.22 as 2075 Price Street, Rahway, New Jer- 310 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, New 801 2 Minor, John & Catherleen 210 Pinehurst Avenue $ 2,684.75 sey, 07065, Lot 20, Block 230. Jersey, 07206, Lot 278, Block 3. 902 18 Fryer, Frank 366 Myrtle Avenue $ 3,545.75 If you are unable to obtain an attorney, If you are unable to obtain an attorney, 1001 8 Blair, Brendlin 332 Haven Avenue $ 2,144.05 you may communicate with the New Jer- you may communicate with the New Jer- 1103 7 Jackson, James & Gloria 443 Sycamore Avenue $ 7,164.27 sey Bar Association by calling 732-249- sey Bar Association by calling 732-249- 1103 11 Simmons, Derek & Brenda 427 Sycamore Avenue $ 2,011.33 5000. You may also contact the Lawyer 5000. You may also contact the Lawyer 2502 7 Fela, Kim 2105 Portland Avenue $ 7,055.91 Referral Service of the County of venue by Referral Service of the County of venue by 2702 25 Szeman, Michael &Donna 2063 Grand Street $ 8,661.95 calling 908-353-4715. If you cannot afford calling 908-353-4715. If you cannot afford 3906 13.01 1 Elm Street LLC 230 Harding Road $ 3,318.97 an attorney, you may communicate with an attorney, you may communicate with 3907 7 Cato, Ramona 213 Mountainview Avenue$ 6,562.62 the Legal Services Office of the County of the Legal Services Office of the County of 4401 14 West, Mary 4 Johnson Street $ 1,434.27 venue by calling 908-354-4340. venue by calling 908-354-4340. 4802 1 GRIG Corp 2435 Route 22 $18,266.20 Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in YOU, JOANNE BETHEA, are made a YOU, REYNALDO GUTIERREZ, are 4901.04 3 C0403 Whitaker, T & Crisafulli, J. 403 Donato Circle $ 194.22 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. defendant because you executed plaintiff’s made a defendant because you executed 4901.06 3 CO610 Jobson, Cherly 610 Donato Circle $ 3,071.19 obligation and mortgage being foreclosed plaintiff’s obligation and mortgage being Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the 6104 2 Caldora, J. & Koslowsky, S. 179 Madison Avenue $ 1,306.09 herein and may be liable for any deficiency foreclosed herein and may be liable for personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or 6305 1.02 DeRose, J & Neves, J. 833 Jerusalem Road $ 4,133.09 and because you are the owner of record any deficiency and because you are the 7201 16 Brigss, F. & Oakes, L Jr. 2600 Plainfield Avenue $ 1,085.82 cremation. of the mortgaged premises being fore- owner of record of the mortgaged pre- 7304 14 Riviere, Natasha 2411 Park Place $ 260.12 closed herein and for any lien, claim or mises being foreclosed herein and for any 7502 10.01 Messercola Bros Building Co. 11 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,647.64 interest you may have in to or against the lien, claim or interest you may have in to or Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home 7502 10.02 Messercola Bros Building Co. 15 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,515.18 mortgaged premises. against the mortgaged premises. 7502 10.03 Messercola Bros Building Co. 19 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,640.69 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. YOU, LEROY BETHEA, are made a YOU, MILDRED GUTIERREZ, are made 7502 10.04 Messercola Bros Building Co. 20 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,713.90 Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 defendant because you executed plaintiff’s a defendant because you executed 7502 10.05 Messercola Bros Building Co. 16 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,494.37 obligation and mortgage being foreclosed plaintiff’s obligation and mortgage being William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. 7502 10.06 Messercola Bros Building Co. 12 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,494.37 herein and may be liable for any deficiency foreclosed herein and may be liable for NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 8701 8 Sims, Nathaniel 1128 Washington Avenue $ 2,060.43 and because you are the owner of record any deficiency and because you are the 8902 17 Goetee, Helen 1126 Hetfield Avenue $ 8,008.22 (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 of the mortgaged premises being fore- owner of record of the mortgaged pre- 12201 15 Hellwig, Anthony 1730 Cooper Road $ 7,294.52 closed herein and for any lien, claim or mises being foreclosed herein and for any 12701 5 Rappa, Leonard F. 1908 Lake Avenue $11,558.07 interest you may have in to or against the lien, claim or interest you may have in to or 13701.21 3 CE019 Lusardi, Helen 19 Eastham Village $ 8,549.81 mortgaged premises. against the mortgaged premises. 14501 4 Tarczynski, Stephen & Helen 8 Bonus Hill Drive $11,082.27 Charles J. Tombs DATED: October 21, 2009 DATED: October 22, 2009 14501 22 Surzahsky, Natalia 6 Michael Lane $ 288.78 NJ Lic. Number 4006 Jennifer M. Perez, CLERK Jennifer M. Perez, CLERK 14602 10 Buontempo, Richard 1501 Rahway Road $14,238.84 Superior Court of New Jersey Superior Court of New Jersey Director 15805 1 Gialluisi, Peter 44 Blue Ridge Circle $ 1,293.35 Knuckles, Komosinski & Elliott, LLP Knuckles, Komosinski & Elliott, LLP 16001 13 Sumner, Alfred Welles 1660 Rahway Road $13,469.44 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590 565 Taxter Road, Suite 590 www.grayfuneralhomes.com Lori Majeski Elmsford, New York 10523 Elmsford, New York 10523 Collector of Taxes (914) 345-3020 (914) 345-3020 4 T - 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 & 11/12/09, The Times Fee: $461.04 1 T - 10/29/09, The Leader Fee: $67.83 1 T - 10/29/09, The Leader Fee: $69.36 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-11 Westfield carry card, credit cards and a New Jersey Police said standard sobriety tests were He was transported to Overlook Hos- Tuesday, October 20, Lina Stark, 21, honorary PBA silver life car valued at conducted at the scene, as well as head- pital for evaluation, police reported. A of Westfield was arrested after a motor approximately $250. quarters, which the suspect failed and a trace of the vehicle allegedly involved in vehicle stop at North Avenue and Elm POLICE BLOTTER Thursday, October 22, Mark Lovett, breath test was administered confirming the incident revealed the owner resided Street on outstanding warrants from Ham- 46, of Newark was arrested at the Union the charge of DUI. The suspected mari- on Charles Street where officers were burg and Cranford, in the amounts of Police Department for an outstanding juana was sent to the lab for analysis, able to locate the vehicle but were unsuc- $200 and $89, respectively. She was re- a burglary and theft at his home. The after a field investigation on Martine warrant out of Mountainside. police said. cessful at getting anyone to answer the leased after posting bail. victim alerted police after previously no- Avenue. He was processed and released Thursday, October 22, Giovanni Cruz- Sunday, October 25, at 2:27 a.m. po- door. No charges were filed. Tuesday, October 20, in an incident ticing signs of a possible burglary. At the after posting bail. Gonzalez, 30, of Elizabeth was arrested lice responded to a call from the Spring- Sunday, October 25, a resident of Old described as criminal mischief, graffiti time of the report, it was estimated that Thursday, October 22, Jose Garcia- following a motor vehicle stop on Route field Police Department of an assault that Tote Road reported that when she went to was observed on an exterior wall at the $1,600 in jewelry had been stolen. Rojas, 41, of Plainfield was arrested fol- 22 for driving with a suspended license was taking place at a residence on Upland her bank to cash a check she was told high school, which was consistent with Monday, October 26, Darren Crumly, lowing a motor vehicle stop on South and an outstanding warrant out of Road that originally started in a vehicle there was an alert on her account. Accord- other markings on different buildings in 39, of Elizabeth was arrested at the Eliza- Avenue for presenting an officer with Frankford Township. He was transported driving through Springfield. According ing to police, a woman with a Florida the area that all appeared to be fresh. beth Police Department on an outstand- false documents. He was processed and to headquarters where he was processed to police, after arriving at the Upland driver’s license bearing the name of the Wednesday, October 21, officers on ing Westfield traffic warrant. Crumly was released pending a court appearance. and released. Road location they were met with an victim attempted to make a transaction at patrol observed damage to a building unable to post the $1,000 bail and was Thursday, October 22, Aundra E. Friday, October 23, Nestor P. Carrion- intoxicated individual who had visible the bank. The victim alerted other credi- located on the 400 block of Cumberland committed to the Union County jail. Pend- Stanley, 45, of South Plainfield was ar- Ajila, 27, of Newark was arrested follow- wounds to his face. tors of the fraudulent activity and gave all Street. The damage consisted of graffiti ing a court date in Westfield, Crumly also rested for shoplifting at a South Avenue ing a motor vehicle stop on Route 22 for The victim stated that he was assaulted information to the authorities, police said. markings painted on the sides of the build- was processed on an outstanding Newark store and also charged with resisting ar- driving with a suspended license. He was at his residence by two friends when they Sunday, October 25, police responded ing. criminal warrant in the amount of $125. rested and assaulting a police officer. processed and released with a court date came by to try and get him to go to a Route to a Route 22 theater on a report of Wednesday, October 21, the owner of He was unable to post bail for this war- According to police, the manager at the of November 5, 2009. 22 gentleman’s club and when he refused fraudulent activity. According to police, a business located on the 800 block of rant. store called police after the suspect walked Friday, October 23, a juvenile resident an argument started, police said. Accord- two females and one male attempted to Cumberland Street reported that the build- Scotch Plains out without paying for the merchandise. of Short Drive reported that while he was ing to authorities, the victim denied ever receive a refund on movie tickets that ing was defaced through criminal mis- Tuesday, October 20, Dane Ralph, 49, The suspect fled on foot and a brief riding his bicycle home from school a being at the club that evening but was were non-refundable. The suspects left chief. The damage consisted of graffiti of Newark was arrested for an outstand- police chase ensued ending in the assault burgundy Honda Civic began to follow wearing a wristband bearing the name of the scene in a light colored van, police markings painted on the exterior wall. ing warrant after a motor vehicle stop. He of an officer and, ultimately, the appre- him at a slow rate of speed. According to the club. said. Thursday, October 22, Iris Coto, 32, of was transported to headquarters where he hension of the suspect who was in posses- police, when the juvenile turned into his Elizabeth was arrested on an Elizabeth was processed and released. sion of the stolen items, police said. driveway the vehicle turned into the drive- traffic warrant in the amount of $165 as Tuesday, October 20, Mario Koleser, Stanley was transported to headquarters way next door, turned around and drove WF Woman Charged With the result of a motor vehicle stop at South 28, of Carteret was arrested for an out- where he was found to have a Union away. The windows of the vehicle were and Windsor Avenues. Coto was released standing warrant after a motor vehicle County no-bail warrant out for his arrest. tinted making it impossible for the juve- after posting bail. stop. He was transported to headquarters He was processed and turned over to the nile to provide a description of the driver, Supplying Gun to Cop Killer Thursday, October 22, Darwin S. where he was processed and released. Union County Sheriff’s Department. police said. Palomeque-Rivera, 24, of Elizabeth was Thursday, October 22, Damian Friday, October 23, Yusuf M. Saturday, October 24, Stacy M. Seigel, WESTFIELD — Emily Joy Gross, 24, state Trooper Joshua Miller in June fol- arrested on four active traffic warrants Williamson, 32, of Elizabeth was arrested Abramson, 29, of the Bronx was arrested 21, of Berkeley Heights was arrested fol- of Westfield was released on $50,000 bail lowing a 40-mile car chase. A second after being stopped for a motor vehicle for an outstanding warrant after a motor following a motor vehicle stop on Mid- lowing a motor accident on Woodland following her arraignment on October 15 trooper was also shot during the gun violation at West South Avenue and Bou- vehicle stop. He was transported to head- way Avenue for an outstanding warrant Avenue and charged with possession of for allegedly supplying the nine- battle on Route 611 in Coolbaugh Town- levard. The warrants had been issued by quarters where he was processed and re- out of North Hunterdon. He was pro- under 50 grams of suspected marijuana, milometer handgun to her boyfriend who ship. Reports state that Gross left the Elizabeth, Chester, Demarest and South leased. cessed and released after posting bail. possession of drug paraphernalia and driv- shot and killed a Pennsylvania state trooper gun at Autenrieth’s house by returning Brunswick. He was transported to Thursday, October 22, Drew Miller, Sunday, October 25, Vernon M. ing under the influence (DUI) after police on June 7. to her home on Orenda Circle in Westfield police headquarters, where he 24, of Scotch Plains was arrested and Taliaferro, 35, of North Plainfield was responded to a report of an overturned According to The Pocono Record, Westfield. was processed and held in default of charged with possession of drug para- arrested for an outstanding Elizabeth vehicle at 3:49 a.m. Gross was arraigned in Monroe County, Police were looking for Autenrieth $2,754 total bail. phernalia after an officer responded to a warrant after a motor vehicle stop on According to police, when officers ar- Pa., before a Magisterial District Court who, they charged, had kidnapped his 9- Thursday, October 22, a resident of the report of a suspicious person in the street. South Avenue. He was processed and rived at the scene, Seigel and another judge on two counts of felony criminal year-old son at gunpoint from his es- 200 block of Massachusetts Street re- According to police, when the officer was turned over to the Elizabeth Police De- passenger had already exited the over- conspiracy to carry an unlicensed fire- tranged wife’s home in Nazareth, Pa. ported that her home was burglarized. talking to Miller he discovered the drug partment after he was unable to post bail. turned vehicle and upon speaking to her arm, two counts of misdemeanor con- Autenrieth’s son, who was in the front- Entry into the residence apparently was paraphernalia. He was transported to head- Mountainside the officer smelled the odor of alcohol on spiracy to possess a firearm violating a passenger seat, was rescued by troopers forcibly gained through a garage win- quarters where he was processed and re- Wednesday, October 21, a resident of her breath. Found at the scene was the protection-from-an abuse order and one as the gun battle began, according to dow. The bedrooms were ransacked, and leased. Chapel Hill reported that his wallet was suspected marijuana in a prescription count of misdemeanor providing of a press reports. multiple pieces of jewelry and a quantity Thursday, October 22, a resident of missing and he believes he left it in his bottle bearing the suspects name, as well prohibited firearm. Autenrieth, authorities said, was un- of cash were reported missing. The total Mountain Avenue reported that someone truck. According to police, the wallet as a .750 ml consumed bottle of alcohol, Authorities say Gross purchased the able to carry a gun due to a protection- value of the theft was approximately removed a decoration valued at approxi- contained a New Jersey firearms identifi- which were all taken and tagged as evi- handgun that was used by Daniel from-abuse order filed by his estranged $15,000. mately $75 from the front of the house. cation card, a Florida concealed firearms dence, police said. Autenrieth, 31, when he shot and killed wife. Friday, October 23, Damian Thursday, October 22, a resident of The Chelsea at Fanwood cordially invites you to join us for Williamson, 32, of Elizabeth was arrested Fenimore Avenue reported that someone at Westfield police headquarters on an entered her vehicle and removed her wal- outstanding Westfield traffic warrant. He let, which contained cash and several was processed and released on $1,000 credit cards. bond. Saturday, October 24, a worker at a An Evening of Fine Tea Friday, October 23, Aliza Freud, 37, of Route 22 restaurant reported that a co- Maplewood was arrested on an outstand- worker has been sexually harassing her Presented by Ana Beall’s Tea Room of Westfield. ing Jersey City traffic warrant as the re- for several weeks. sult of a motor vehicle stop at Mountain Fanwood Avenue and Broad Street. Freud was re- Sunday, October 18, a resident in the Learn the history of teas and their traditions. leased after posting $250 bail. 100 block of North Avenue reported some- Sample 4 of the most popular teas accompanied Saturday, October 24, Vito J. Scorcia, one removed a bicycle valued at $300 by traditional Tea Room Fare such as Mini Scones, 54, of Westfield was arrested on an out- from his driveway sometime between 3:30 standing Union City traffic warrant for p.m. on Friday, October 16 and 4 p.m. on Muffins and Pastries, and Tea Sandwiches. $120 as the result of a motor vehicle stop Sunday, October 18. at North Avenue and Prospect Street. He Wednesday, October 21 a resident in Please bring your favorite teacup! was released on his own recognizance. the 100 block of Willaby Road reported WHEN: Thursday, November 5, 2009 Sunday, October 25, Raymond Gigl, that someone fraudulently used his iden- 18, of Linden was arrested on two active tity to purchase five Blackberry’s from TIME: 7:00 p.m. traffic warrants after being stopped for a Verizon Wireless. The incident is under WHERE: The Chelsea at Fanwood motor vehicle violation at the intersection investigation. 295 South Avenue of East Broad Street and Gallows Hill Wednesday, October 21, John P. Fanwood, NJ 07023 Road. The warrants included one from Mruczinski, 44, of Fanwood was arrested Linden, in the amount of $300, and an- for an outstanding Fanwood warrant after other from Scotch Plains, for $89. He was a field investigation in the 100 block of RSVP by 11/2: 908-654-5200 transported to Westfield police headquar- Midway Avenue. He was processed and ters and processed. Gigl was unable to turned over to the Union County jail after Open to the Public – Please join us for this FREE event – Everyone is welcome! post bail and turned over to the Linden he was unable to post bail. www.chelseaseniorliving.com Police Department. Wednesday, October 21, Eileen A. 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The grant program, aptly named The grant was co-authored by Lori “Teaching Math in the 21st Century,” Moonan, Cranford Public Schools’ grew out of an action-research study professional development coordina- undertaken by the district’s Profes- tor; Carmela Colosimo, former math sional Development School (PDS) coach for the district and now assistant Governance Committee, comprised of principal of Orange Avenue School; teachers, parents, students, Seton Hall and me, the district’s manager of grants professors and school board mem- and special programs. SUCCESS MULTIPLIES…A $5,000 National Education Association (NEA) Learning and Leadership Grant is helping Cranford students improve math- bers. Seton Hall’s PDS coordinator, Dr. performance skills. From left to right are Stephen Izzo, Cranford’s manager of One major conclusion: consciously Lourdes Mitchell, and several of the grants and special programs; Lori Moonan, professional development coordina- planning for math’s intra- and inter- university’s math professors will also tor; and Carmela Colosimo, assistant principal, Orange Avenue School and disciplinary connections helps students play a key role in the facilitation of the former math coach. See article at right. better apply what they’ve learned in grant program. the classroom outside of it, as well as “The better teachers understand on high-stakes exams. math content and its intra- and inter- DRAMA KINGS AND QUEENS...The Edison Intermediate School’s Theater McGinn Participates To achieve these goals, Cranford disciplinary connections, the better Guild will present its seventh fall production, Abbott and Costello Meet Franken- Public Schools’ novice elementary- they can help students understand, re- stein, from today through Sunday. Show dates are: Thursday, October 29, at 4 school teachers will participate in an tain and apply concepts,” said Ms. p.m., Friday, October 30, at 7:30 p.m. and a special matinee performance on In Walk to School Day Moonan. Saturday, October 31, at 2:30 p.m. Preparing, pictured, at top, from left to right, SCOTCH PLAINS – On October ing skills and awareness of how Ms. Colosimo added, “Through Stu- are: Rebecca Trickey (Talbot), Sam Gruskin (Sandra), Jack Venezia (Dracula), dent Achievement and Learning and Nick Gabuzda (Frankenstein’s Monster) and Will Connors (The Wolfman); at 7, McGinn Elementary School, lo- “walkable” the community is, as well bottom, are: Frasier Weist (Chick) and Connor Wynne (Wilbur). cated in Scotch Plains, participated in as concern for the environment. Leadership Grants, the NEA is having International “Walk to School Day.” By walking, the McGinn families a direct and positive impact on the Students and their parents were reduced traffic congestion and speed ability of our students to compete glo- WF BOE Launches encouraged to join McGinn Principal near the school, as well as enjoyed the bally. We can’t thank the NEA enough Susan Kukucka, Scotch Plains Mayor opportunity to walk and talk with for this award.” Nancy Malool and staff members in McGinn teachers and fellow students. Those with questions on the grant Community Survey program may direct them to Ms. walking from either of two “rally “I love being able to get out and WESTFIELD – An online commu- confidential, and the results of the sur- points” to the school’s main entrance. walk to school; it’s just a great way to Moonan at (908) 709-6229 and [email protected]. nity survey developed by the Westfield vey will be tabulated by a professional The annual event is organized by the start the day,” said PTA Board Mem- Board of Education will be made avail- survey firm.” McGinn PTA and kicked off the school ber Wendi Deitch. able to a random number of Westfield The board will publish a summary of day with nearly 200 walkers participat- “Walk to School Day is a great Wardlaw Slates Public School parents and residents of the survey results through its newslet- ing. Many students created signs and community-building event for the town the last week in October. ter, Emphasis, which will be mailed to banners to boost the spirit of the event. McGinn families. The walk demon- FRUITFUL PROJECT...On Septem- Admission Open House “As we look ahead toward developing every household in Westfield. In Janu- McGinn Elementary School par- strates important values to our chil- ber 25, students in Jennifer Geissler’s kindergarten class at The Wardlaw- EDISON – On Saturday, Novem- a new strategic plan for the district, the ary, the board, together with a Strategic ticipates in this annual program to dren in a safe and fun way,” said Ellen ber 7, at 9:30 a.m., The Wardlaw- community survey will provide the board Planning Council comprised of a cross- promote physical activity, safe-walk- Zimmerman, McGinn PTA president. Hartridge School in Edison explained their “Family Tree” projects to their Hartridge School, located at 1295 with input from the general public as section of the community and schools, classmates. Many of the elaborate de- Inman Avenue in Edison, will host an well as the viewpoints of our parents,” will begin reviewing and updating the signs included large glittered pieces of Admission Information Session for said Board President Ginny Leiz. district’s strategic plan with attention to The Westfield Memorial Library presents fruit and flowers, stickers and three- prospective students in grades Pre- “As in the past, the results of the the responses received on the commu- dimensional objects with the names of Kindergarten through 12. survey will help us in establishing pri- nity survey. S each family member and pets. Pictured Charlotte Vigeant, director of ad- orities for the future of education in above, Alyssa Monte, the daughter of mission and financial aid, said, “Fami- Mariano Battaglia and Kelly Monte of Westfield,” added Superintendent of EIS Presents Seventh Scotch Plains, shows her tree. lies will meet with teachers, tour our Schools Margaret Dolan. facility with student ambassadors and The last community survey for the Fall Production A admission representatives, and hear Westfield Public Schools was distrib- WESTFIELD – The Edison Inter- from our headmaster, Andrew uted in 2003. As a result of newer, more mediate School Theater Guild will Webster.” efficient technology, this year, the dis- present its seventh fall production, Gerard Gonnella, associate direc- trict will make use of a more cost- Abbott and Costello Meet Franken- tor of admission and a 1989 graduate effective online survey method. stein. L $)3#/6%2 of The Wardlaw-Hartridge School, According to Board of Education The production stars Rebecca Trickey will join Mrs. Vigeant in guiding pro- Long Range Planning Chair Ann Cary, (Talbot), Sam Gruskin (Sandra), Jack WHYMILLIONHOMEOWNERS spective families and students through “We really urge the parents and resi- Venezia (Dracula), Nick Gabuzda TRUSTTHEIRHOMESTO the admission process with great care, dents who are randomly selected to (Frankenstein’s Monster), Will Connors consistent support, and with the best take the time to help us plan for the (The Wolfman), Frasier Weist (Chick) S 34!4%&!2- interest of the child in mind. future by completing the survey. It will and Connor Wynne (Wilbur). For more information or to attend, only take 10 minutes of your time, and Show dates are Thursday, October call (908) 754-1882, extension 155, or it will help us plan for the next five 29, at 4 p.m. – which includes a special e-mail [email protected]. years. 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When I stared Last Saturday, while going through back down at the blank spaces in my the frenzied motions of a pre-SAT SAT: Take Three answer folder, I realized something morning, my mind kept on scream- profound – no matter how many more ing, “Why am I still doing this?” I’m at 7:50 a.m. on a Saturday. Quick Since three people decided not to practice problems I could have at- a senior who has already suffered digression: being a daily commuter show, and since no one was informed tempted, and no matter how rigor- through the weekly four-hour prep to Westfield High School (WHS) of this until 8:15 a.m., an entire class- ously I could have tried to score a courses and filled out nearly every has made me a more aggressive driver room of sleep-deprived and indiffer- 2,400, I could not do any better than bubble in those lead-weight practice and one who is overly excited to ent teens was forced to wait until the best I could do. books. witness vacant parking spots. then to begin. When the proctor be- You’re either a skilled test-taker After wasting a handful of min- Charging up the sidewalk and gan to read the directions aloud, I or not, and the only working strategy utes on being frustrated, I concluded through the back entrance door, I could have won an award for how is to try your hardest. I looked back that I was just not a gifted test taker was soon immersed within a cluster accurately I was able to lip-talk the up again and wished I could have and needed to seize every opportu- of zombie-like juniors and seniors. words she was reciting. enlightened the other nervous-look- nity I could to raise my mediocre Their faces were pale and fatigued Though satisfying to be an expert ing kids with my philosophy. scores…even if just by 100 points. as they anxiously scanned the wall when it came to SAT directions, I After every time the proctor cried, HAVING A BALL…Franklin School families recently got together for a night Fueling myself with a nutritious of papers with designated test loca- felt a bit too old when I was complet- “Stop, put your pencils down,” I re- filled with food, friends and fun at the PTO’s annual picnic. While some chowed breakfast, I grabbed my car keys off tions. ing the fifth section of bubbles as the alized that I was growing one step down and chatted on their blankets, others took part in sports, jump-rope and the kitchen table and made sure that I guess I’m fortunate to have a last proctor explained what to fill out in closer to being done with the SATs hula-hoop activities, and danced to tunes provided by deejay (and Franklin dad) my admission ticket, identification, name that begins with Z because it is part two. forever. With the final declaration, Brian Moynihan. Pictured taking a break from their impromptu whiffleball game graphing calculator and number two never too challenging to find the Out of the whole 20-minute intro- bursts of excitement and freedom are, left to right, Timmy Storms, Max Wasilewski, Eric Storms, Danny LaMastra, pencils were safely nestled in my bottommost sheet of paper (unless I duction process, one specific line rushed through me. Matthew Korth, Matt Basile, Will Swartz, Cullen Birkel, Michael Echausse and Michael Hauge, with Andrew Echausse kneeling in front bag. accidentally elbow someone in the struck me as the most humorous and I was the first one to slip through This time, I was only armed with process, of course). thought provoking: “The SAT is your the door and into the silent hallway. four pencils, when in the past I would Upon entering room 248, I was chance to show how prepared you As I walked, I didn’t think about the bring seven because I thought it was not surprised to be asked the generic are for college.” I was almost com- unimpressive scores that would be Pingry Announces Local lucky. From much experience, I SAT proctor questions. “Yes, I have pelled to blurt out, “What about com- mailed to my home in a few weeks, learned that when you hover over a my admission ticket, and yes, I have munity service? Extra-curricular and I did not think about what I was Area 2009 AP Scholars four-hour test comprised of 10 sec- identification,” I chirped in a deceiv- activities? Sports? Passion alone?” going to say when my friends asked tions, having seven writing utensils ingly optimistic voice. The test itself was long, tiring and how I thought I did. AREA — Pingry students from ams. lined up on your desk is only a ter- Then I was allowed to have a seat. unpleasant, just as expected. By the All I thought about was that I was the Classes of 2009, 2010, 2011, and Fifty-six Pingry students qualified rible distraction. It made me smile to see the same time section five rolled around, my done with the SATs, and that I tried 2012 have earned 140 AP Scholar for the AP Scholar with Distinction It was reliving to discover that end-of-alphabet people with whom I stomach was already growling fero- my hardest to do the best that I could Awards in recognition of their ex- Award by earning an average grade Rahway Avenue was close to empty seemed to be taking standardized ciously. Not only did the hunger make on them. Most of all, I was through ceptional achievement on AP Exams of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken tests forever: GEPAS, HSPAS, SAT concentration difficult, as the te- with a chapter of my life both figura- in the spring of 2009. and grades of 3 or higher on five or Pingry Announces subject tests, first round SATs, sec- diousness of the reading selections tively and literally (I couldn’t wait to Local students who earned AP more of these exams. ond-round SATs, and now, third- and my inability to understand math clear those SAT practice books off Scholar Awards include Connor Eleven of the students who earned Westfield Semifinalists round SATs. In one way, this was also worked against me. my desk). Jennings, Scholar, Westfield, 2009; Scholar with Distinction Awards also AREA – Fourteen Pingry seniors comforting, but in another, it was When I could not answer a par- Alexa is a senior at Westfield High Alexander Daifotis, Scholar with qualified for the National AP Scholar are semifinalists in the 2010 National like a scary dream. ticular question, I looked up and School. Distinction, Westfield, 2010; Samuel Award by earning an average grade Merit Scholarship Program, in its 55th Fisher, Scholar with Distinction & of at least 4 on all AP exams taken year of honoring students who show National Scholar, Westfield, 2010; and grades of 4 or higher on eight or exceptional academic ability and po- Nicholas Gilligan, Scholar with Dis- more of these exams. tential for success in rigorous college LEGAL QUESTIONS? Give us a call, it’s FREE! tinction, Westfield, 2010; Meghan studies. 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He said the council Mountainside Historic Preservation drea Rizzo, for her Nini’s Apple Nut Mountainside Republican Committee has will interview candidates at its Tuesday, Committee (MHPC) held its second Pie; second place, Joan Barna, for her released the names of three candidates to November 3, meeting, which will start at annual Pie-Baking Contest on October Early American Pear Pie with Tart Cher- fill the vacancy of mayor left by the death 7 p.m. The governing body will then vote ries, and third place, Susanne Barna last week of long-time Mayor Robert to appoint the new mayor at the time, and 18 at the historic Deacon Andrew Viglianti. that individual will officially take office Hetfield House in Mountainside. Morabito, for her Apple Cobblestone The names to be presented to the full at a swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Ten bakers submitted their pies to be Pie. The winning recipes can be viewed borough council on November 3 are Coun- 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24, at judged. The judges included Elena at mountainsidehistory.org. cilmen Paul Mirabelli, the current council Borough Hall. Bentey, life skills teacher at Deerfield At the conclusion of the judging, president who is serving as acting mayor; With the selection of the new mayor, School in Mountainside; Jayne slices of the pies and cider were sold Glenn Mortimer, and Keith Turner. the GOP Committee will go through the Salomon, food columnist for The to raise funds for Mountainside’s “Whoever is the next mayor is going to same process to fill a council vacancy, Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains- Historic Restoration Committee. have some big shoes to fill,” Mr. Mortimer which will be left when the new mayor Fanwood Times, and Anjali Mehrotra, The MHPC thanks all the bakers BEST BAKERS…The second annual pie-baking contest was held at said, noting that Mr. Viglianti had been resigns from his council seat. and judges for their time and efforts Mountainside’s historic Hetfield House on October 18. Pictured, from left to doing the volunteer, part-time position in Special elections will be required in last year’s Blue Ribbon Winner. a full-time capacity. He said council mem- November 2010 to fill the remaining time After about 45 minutes of tasting and in making the contest a great success. right, are: judge Anjali Mehrotra; second-place winner Joan Barna; first-place winner Andrea Rizzo; judge Elena Bentey, and judge Jayne Salomon. Not bers will have to “step up to fill any gaps” left on Mayor Viglianti’s and his pictured is third-place winner Susanne Barna Morabito. in borough operations left by the mayor’s replacement’s terms. death. “Bob left the town in very good Mayor Viglianti had served as mayor NJ Transit To Add Train Stops shape,” Mr. Mortimer said. “We know since 1988. He died after a long battle SHOPPING FOR CAR INSURANCE? what we are getting into.” with cancer on October 11. CALL ME FIRST. At Garwood Station Beginning Nov. 8 LAUREN S. BARR authorizes the sale of an odd-sized piece Garwood Woman Pleads Specially Written for The Westfield Leader of land on Spruce Avenue, the second GARWOOD — Councilwoman amends an ordinance requiring chain link Kathleen Villaggio announced at Tues- fences at construction sites, and the third Guilty to Daughter’s Death AVERAGE * day night’s council meeting that New sets forth the duties and responsibilities GARWOOD — Ermina Errico, 62, of kept in a crib for most of her toddler years ANNUAL $ Jersey Transit is adding more stops at the for the zoning official and the zoning Garwood, who authorities said controlled and later in life was fed a controlled 396 Garwood train station beginning Sunday, enforcement officer. her daughter’s life, forcing her to wear amount of food by her mother. In the SAVINGS: 396 November 8. Police Chief William Legg was re- trash bags as clothing, has pled guilty in months leading up to her death, police The additional train stops include: cently appointed as the Zoning Enforce- Union County Superior Court to neglect, obtained statements that indicate that DRIVERS WHO SWITCHED FROM: Going to Newark at 6:29 a.m. and 1:26 ment Officer and resident Victor Vinegra Union County Prosecutor Ted Romankow Emily Errico could be heard “thumping p.m. on weekdays plus returning to was appointed as the Zoning Official, said. down” onto the floor as if she had little or * Garwood at 10:25 a.m. and 4:33 p.m. following the resignation of Ed Dec. $473 Errico pled guilty to one count of third- no muscle control, according to the in- Geico saved on average with Allstate There will also be two outbound stops on degree neglect in the January 2007 death dictment. Earlier this year, Emily Errico’s $ * the weekends at 8:51 a.m. and 10:51 a.m. Library to Feature Progressive saved 467 on average with Allstate of her daughter, Mr. Romankow said. She father, Edward, pled guilty to third-de- and three inbound trains at 5:58 p.m., was indicted on the charge in August. It gree neglect in the case and was sen- $ * ‘Ghosts of New Jersey’ State Farm saved 375 on average with Allstate 7:58 p.m. and 1:27 a.m. There are cur- was on January 29, 2007, when police tenced to probation and ordered to un- rently no weekend stops at the Garwood GARWOOD – On Thursday, Novem- responded to a 9-1-1 call made from the dergo a psychological evaluation. Under station. ber 5, Garrett Husveth will present “Ghosts Erricos’ house. Upon their arrival, the terms of the plea with prosecutors, Ermina NJ Transit and the Borough of Garwood of New Jersey” beginning at 7:30 p.m. at officers were unable to use the front door Errico will be placed on probation and are adding the stops in conjunction with a the Garwood Public Library. of the home because it was blocked by will be ordered to undergo psychological development study. “It’s only a start, but Mr. Husveth is the co-founder of bags of trash. Inside, they found the body treatment as a condition of probation. She Save even more than before with it’s an excellent start,” Councilwoman hauntednewjersey.com, the northeast re- of 25-year-old Emily Errico in a bedroom is scheduled to be sentenced on Decem- Allstate. Villaggio said. gional coordinator for the American As- off the kitchen, Mr. Romankow said. ber 18 before Superior Court Judge Stuart In other business, the council appointed sociation of Electronic Voice Phenom- Officers found the body of Emily Errico Peim. “This plea does not bring Emily Drivers who switched to Allstate saved an Steve Greet as their representative to the ena, and a founding member of parapsy- wearing just a plastic trash bag fashioned back, but it ensures that her parents get the Rahway Valley Sewerage Authority chologist Lloyd Auerbach’s Paranormal into a halter top and a pair of sweatpants, help that it appears they desperately need,” average of $396* a year. So when you’re (RVSA) to replace Charles Lombardo, Research Organization. He is a court- according to the investigation. The medi- Mr. Romankow said. shopping for car insurance, call me first. who resigned due to health reasons. approved expert forensic examiner deal- cal examiner’s autopsy later revealed she Resident Bruce Paterson said he was, ing with computers and digital media. died from a combination of anorexia You could be surprised by how much you’ll “a little beside myself” over the appoint- Mr. Husveth has appeared on television nervosa and malnutrition, according to Seats Still Available save. ment. Mr. Paterson stated that he had shows dealing with the paranormal, in- the investigation. She was 5 feet, 7 inches asked at the beginning of the year to be the cluding The History Channel’s “Haunted tall and weighed just 97 pounds. For Nov. 6 Hayride Ron Bansky Garwood representative given his con- History” series and the Travel Channel. Authorities said Errico admitted she MOUNTAINSIDE – Tickets are still struction and engineering background. He has personally worked on more was her daughter’s primary caretaker and available for evening hayrides on Friday, (800) 554 6964 He said that he is an independent and that than 600 haunting- and poltergeist-re- was responsible for the care of the house November 6, at Trailside Nature and Sci- there would be no “politics at all.” He lated cases throughout North America. and in control of the family’s food intake, ence Center. Rides begin at 6:30 p.m. added that “Steve’s OK, but somehow I Mr. Husveth has been an avid recorder said Assistant Prosecutor James Donnelly, Tickets must be purchased in advance. just don’t feel right about it.” of spirit voices or Electronic Voice Phe- who handled the case. Persons are asked to register early. 519 South Ave West Mayor Dennis McCarthy said that Mr. nomena for 20 years, and will present “Mrs. Errico said that she controlled The cost is $5 for Union County resi- Greet, who also serves on the borough samples of voices caught on recording at the food that was prepared for and given dents and $10 for out-of-county partici- Westfield planning board is, “enthusiastic and ready purportedly haunted locations. to Emily,” Mr. Donnelly said. “She knew pants. Tickets can be purchased every [email protected] to start.” Registration is required. Please call the that Emily was suffering from a low body day from noon to 5 p.m. at Trailside, Council President Keith Sluka com- library at (908) 789-1670, sign up at the weight and psychological problems. She located at 452 New Providence Road in plied with Mr. Paterson’s request and circulation desk or register at admitted that she was aware of Emily’s Mountainside, or weekdays at the Union moved the appointment off the consent youseemore.com/garwood. The library is weakened state because of malnutrition.” County Administration Building, second Annual savings based on information reported nationally by new Allstate auto customers for policies agenda for a separate roll call vote. Mr. located at 411 Third Avenue. Hours of Det. Jorge Jiminez of the Union County floor, Elizabethtown Plaza at Rahway written in 2008. Actual savings will vary. Greet was appointed unanimously. operation are Monday through Thursday, Homicide Task Force conducted the in- Allstate New Jersey Property and Casualty Insurance Company: Bridgewater, NJ. © 2009 Allstate Avenue in Elizabeth. For further infor- Insurance Company The council also passed three resolu- 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 vestigation into Emily’s death and found, mation, call (908) 789-3670 or (908) tions on first reading. The first resolution p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. among other things, that the victim was 527-4900. Vote Tuesday, November 3rd FORWARD MOVING WESTFIELD FORWARD Mayor Andy Skibitsky and Sam Della Fera

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In CRANFORD – Seven candidates Asking a question on behalf of the running the county.” addition to having served as a super- for county freeholder faced off Octo- Coalition to Stop the Train, Mr. Shapiro The final question posed to the visor, judge and a mediator during his ber 22 at a forum sponsored by the questioned what the candidates’ posi- candidates was regarding the hiring time in the military, he also served as Union County Council of the League tion were on the efforts to reactivate the of Kemper Sports Management to the public defender for Roselle Park. of Women Voters for the three open Raritan Valley and Staten Island Rail run the county’s golf operations at As an adjunct professor with a com- seats on the board, as well as the two lines, which have been ongoing for 15 Galloping Hill and Ashbrook golf munity background, Mr. Zapolski county surrogate candidates. The de- years and has cost millions of dollars. courses and whether the county’s golf described himself as a people person, bate, which was held at Cranford Calling it a “dead issue,” Mr. Mirabella division should be continued. stating that if he were elected, he Alex Taner for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Town Hall, was moderated by Hilda explained that since it is a state issue, Saying that they have “reduced posi- would “work very hard for you.” COUNTY DEBATE...Seven candidates for county freeholder faced off October 22 Jaffe of the League of Women Voters. there would be no more funding granted tions,” Mr. Mirabella explained that at a forum sponsored by the Union County Council of the League of Women Voters Democrats Al Mirabella and for it. “At the time, it seemed like an Kemper will help run the golf opera- Halloween Festivities for the three open seats on the board, as well as the two county surrogate candidates. Deborah Scanlon, incumbents, and opportunity to develop the areas along tions, but that “the county won’t lose its The debate, which was held at Cranford Town Hall, was moderated by Hilda Jaffe. their running mate Mohamed Jalloh, the railways and to have fewer trucks on presence or voice” in the operations. To Be Held Saturday Pictured, left to right, are: Independent candidates Hope Thompson and Karen were opposed byAnthony Sytko and our roads,” Mr. Mirabella said. “There is better golfing in Union Gielen; Republicans Anthony Sytko and Nicole Cole; Democratic incumbents FANWOOD – The annual Fanwood- Deborah Scanlon and Al Mirabella and newcomer Mohamed Jalloh, a Democrat; Nicole Cole, Republicans, and Inde- Mr. Sytko said that after having County,” Mr. Mirabella said. “There Scotch Plains Halloween Parade and Ms. Jaffe, and Paul Peyton, assigment editor of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times. pendents Hope Thompson and Karen talked to the residents who live on the is something for everyone.” Costume Contest will be held Saturday, Gielen. Questions were posed by Paul rail lines and hearing they are against In response, Ms. Cole said, “People October 31, presented by the Fanwood Peyton of The Scotch Plains-Fanwood the reactivation, he opposes it. are still pissed about Oak Ridge (golf Recreation Commission and the Scotch Times, Michael Shapiro of the Alter- On the topic of improving healthcare course closing in Clark). Avid golfers Plains Recreation Commission. native Press, and Leslie Murray of in Union County, both Ms. Gielen and are not better off and the county won’t The festivities will kick off at 5:30 The Cranford Chronicle. Ms. Thompson stated the need for an get the fees they otherwise would have.” p.m. in the parking lot of the Fanwood Candidates were asked about their acute-care facility since the closing of Mr. Jalloh said that operating Oak Memorial Library, located at North and positions on the recent deferral of county Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- Ridge as a park makes the area more Forest Avenues, with “Trunk or Treat.” employees’ pension funds by the free- ter. “Babies are being born in a satel- available to more people. A variety of surprise treats will be holders. “I was in favor of it,” said Mr. lite emergency room,” Ms. Gielen said. Mr. Sytko commented that, “Once available for trick-or-treaters. Children Mirabella, the board’s current chair- “We need a full-service ER.” again (this is) a frivolous waste of and adults who want to join the parade man. “It saved 77 jobs and no services Mr. Mirabella and Ms. Scanlon said money. Golf courses make money. are invited to assemble in front of the were cut.” He said new revenue was that the freeholders lobbied to keep Parks do not.” library at 6 p.m. being generated through the leasing of the hospital open, and that healthcare The forum also included statements The parade will depart for LaGrande beds at the juvenile detention facility in reform is needed at the national level. by county surrogate candidates James Park at 6:15 p.m. and conclude at the Linden, which would be used to pay “This was not a county issue,” Mr. LaCorte (D) and Arthur Zapolski (R). park’s athletic field. There, the costume back the money. Freeholder Ms. Mirabella said. Mr. LaCorte, who has served as sur- contest will begin at approximately 6:30 Scanlon stated that, “Saving jobs has to Mr. Sytko questioned, “Who of the rogate for the past 10 years, said he p.m. for children of all ages. LaGrande be high on the priority list.” many democratic powers that be is established more technological effi- Park is located at the corner of LaGrande Mr. Sytko, who voted against pen- responsible for the closure?” ciency as a means to better serve the Avenue and Second Street in Fanwood. sion deferrals in Garwood, referred In response to a question about how constituents of the county, as well as Additionally, anyone who wants to to it as “punting the issue” since the possible sale of the resource recov- “reducing cost and expanding income.” enter a pumpkin in the Jack-o-Lantern money would have to be paid back at ery facility, the county’s incinerator, He said he implemented night hours in Contest should bring his or her carved 8 percent interest. might impact towns financially, Mr. four towns throughout the county, which creation to the park and fill out an entry Candidates were asked what areas Mirabella said the freeholders are ex- was done at no additional cost, and has form by 6:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded they will or have proposed to cut ploring the option to help offset in- provided service to 1,000 residents. for the best costumes and the best jack- county spending to lessen the impact creases in taxes. He said he lowered A long-time Linden resident, Mr. o-lanterns. Free cider, doughnuts and on county taxes. rates would be maintained in towns Zapolski referred to his outsider sta- coffee will be available. Calling it a regional problem and who signed 25-year agreements with Save even more than before with Allstate. that taxes were increased throughout the Union County Utilities Authority all 21 municipalities in the county, in the late 1990s and that Rahway would Mr. Mirabella said at the county level continue to be paid a host fee. Drivers who switched to Allstate saved an there were some employee layoffs Mr. Sytko said while he is not against average of $353 a year. So when you’re and that employees are now required privatization, the chief executive officer shopping for car insurance, call me first. You to contribute towards their benefits. of Covanta Energy, the company who “We need to seek creative ways of owns the facility, makes donations to the could be surprised by how much you’ll save. offsetting increases,” he said. freeholder board, and thusly “the money Mr. Jalloh said he supports sharing would make its way back to the county.” NELSON C. ESPELAND, LUTCF services as a way to save money. Candidates were asked about the (908) 233 6300 Similarly, Ms. Thompson stated that county’s renewable energy solar en- there is an over abundance of the ergy program for towns and schools. same things being done in each of the Mr. Sytko said it was a “great idea” different towns and that money could and that he had thought of it a few be saved through shared services and years ago, but would not have bonded The Espeland Group by awarding fewer external contracts. for it in Garwood as the county did. SCOTCH PLAINS Ms. Cole said she supports having “They took my idea,” Mr. Sytko said. [email protected] an independent audit conducted on “Your idea was a bad idea,” Mr. the county budget. “We need differ- Mirabella countered, saying the ent ideas than just raising taxes while county aimed at providing low cost cutting services,” Ms. Cole said. energy for schools and municipal Fred Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Annual savings based on information reported nationally by new Allstate auto customers for policies written in 2007. COMPLIMENTARY CHECK UP...The Scotch Plains Lions Club held its annual Actual savings will vary. “The county is doing too much,” buildings throughout the county. free hearing and vision screenings last Saturday morning in the municipal Allstate New Jersey Property and Casualty Insurance Company: Bridgewater, NJ. © 2009 Allstate Insurance Company Mr. Sytko replied. “Why not reduce Pointing to energy efficiency funds parking lot, while flu shots were administered inside the municipal building.

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Paid for by Bratti for Scotch Plains, PO Box 406, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 Responsible Leadership for Scotch Plains… DOMINICK BRATTI Scotch Plains Township Council Vote November 3rd Westfield Leader only A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page A-15 County Candidates Debate Paid Release WESTFIELD ATTORNEY FEES Budget, Taxes, Muhlenberg By SARA MAGNOLA is needed at the national level. “This was The overcompensation of cal irresponsibility and naivety. Can- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader not a county issue,” Mr. Mirabella said. Westfield’s attorneys: didate Loughlin states that his sup- CRANFORD – Seven candidates for Mr. Sytko questioned, “Who of the Westfield needs to come to grips port of the part-time employees in the county freeholder faced off October 22 at a many Democratic powers that be is re- with its fiscal responsibilities in the pension plan is not swayed by the fact forum sponsored by the Union County sponsible for the closure?” area of compensation for legal ser- that his father is a town attorney and Council of the League of Women Voters for Asked how the possible sale of the vices. I was stunned when I read is the beneficiary of this system. the three open seats on the board as well as county’s garbage incinerator might im- Republican candidate for the town Given the fact that the town attor- the two county surrogate candidates. The pact towns financially, Mr. Mirabella said council seat in the Fourth Ward, Keith neys are enrolled in the state pension debate, which was held at Cranford Town- the freeholders are exploring the option to Loughlin’s, comments about pensions plan, one would think that Westfield’s ship Hall, was moderated by Hilda Jaffe of help offset increases in taxes. He said lowered rates would be maintained in towns for part-time employees. His lack of mayor and council would have con- the League of Women Voters. understanding of how government’s sidered the pension plan to have been Democrats Al Mirabella and Deborah who signed 25-year agreements with the Scanlon, incumbents, and their running Union County Utilities Authority in the function in a fiscal manner and how part of their total compensation pack- mate Mohamed Jalloh, were opposed by late 1990s and that Rahway would con- finances that he considers trivial age. However, in spite of this “outra- Anthony Sytko and Nicole Cole, Repub- tinue to be paid a host fee. conflate to burden the entire state geous perk,” the mayor and council licans, and Independents Hope Thomp- Mr. Sytko said while he is not against Alex Taner for The Westfield Leader and, by extension, our town is exactly voted unanimously in 2004 to raise son and Karen Gielen. Questions were privatization, the chief executive officer COUNTY DEBATE...Seven candidates for county freeholder faced off October 22 the kind of thinking that has New the town attorneys’ hourly rate from posed by Paul Peyton of The Westfield of Covanta Energy, the company who at a forum sponsored by the Union County Council of the League of Women Voters Jersey in its current fiscal mess. It is for the three open seats on the board as well as the two county surrogate candidates. $100 an hour to $150 an hour, costing Leader, Michael Shapiro of the Alterna- owns the facility, makes donations to the even more stunning that the mayor our town hundreds of thousands of tive Press and Leslie Murray of The freeholder board, and thusly “the money The debate, which was held at Cranford Township Hall, was moderated by Hilda would make its way back to the county.” Jaffe. Pictured, left to right, are: Independent candidates Hope Thompson and and the six Republican dollars since then. It should be noted Cranford Chronicle. councilpersons must agree with him, that 7 of the 8 council members and Asked about their positions on the de- Candidates were asked about the county’s Karen Gielen; Republicans Anthony Sytko and Nicole Cole; Democratic incum- ferral of county employees’ pension funds, renewable energy solar energy program for bents Deborah Scanlon and Al Mirabella and newcomer Mohamed Jalloh, a since they accept his premise and the mayor at that time were Republi- Mr. Mirabella said, “I was in favor of it. It towns and schools. Mr. Sytko said it was a Democrat; Ms. Jaffe, and Paul Peyton, assignment editor of The Westfield Leader. have done nothing to reduce the legal cans. saved 77 jobs and no services were cut.” “great idea” and that he had thought of it a compensation. Mayor Skibitsky has said he thinks He said new revenue was being generated few years ago, but would not have bonded While Westfield’s town attorneys that it is good that the town’s budget through the leasing of beds at the juvenile for it in Garwood as the county did. “They are only part-time employees, work- meetings are closed to the public. He detention facility in Linden, which would took my idea,” Mr. Sytko said. Westfield Board of Education ing full time at other legal firms, they said, “You want a free-flowing dy- be used to pay back the money. “Your idea was a bad idea,” Mr. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 are enrolled in the state pension plan. namic meeting where ideas, even Mr. Sytko, who voted against pension Mirabella countered, saying the county aimed at providing low cost energy for help curb these statistics. Five-Year Strategic Plan to fulfill state Republican Assemblyman, Jon crazy ideas come out.” I can think of deferrals in Garwood, referred to it as Bramnick, has called this an “outra- no crazier idea than to have voluntar- “punting the issue” since money would schools and municipal buildings through- As set forth in the 2009-2010 district requirements for professional develop- have to be paid back at 8 percent interest. out the county. goals agenda, a main point of focus is ment. The plan outlines the creation of geous perk.” ily increased the hourly rate for the Candidates were asked what areas they The final question posed to the candi- on maintaining a supportive environ- a separate Professional Learning Com- If we consider only the pensions town’s attorneys. I assure you that no will or have proposed to cut county spend- dates was regarding the hiring of Kemper ment that is conducive to a child’s munity (PLC) at each school. Each for our town lawyers, they could be one on the council, nor the mayor, ing to lessen the impact on county taxes. Sports Management to run the county’s golf concept of the “Three R’s,” among PLC will consist of selected members receiving as much as $50,000 annu- brought this concept up to any of Calling it a regional problem and that operations at Galloping Hill and Ashbrook ally in pensions when they retire. their constituents at that time. There golf courses and whether the county’s golf which are responsibility and respect. who will work together to target the taxes were increased throughout all 21 The third “R,” resources, communi- needs of sub-groups within their re- Mr.Loughlin noted that Westfield was no request by the attorneys for an municipalities in the county, Mr. Mirabella division should be continued. contributes only $7,657 annually for increase at that time. “This was an said at the county level there were some Saying that they have “reduced posi- cates the role of school counselors to spective schools. Representatives from tions,” Mr. Mirabella explained that assist students in making wise deci- each PLC will then present their com- pension contributions. From where unsolicited request!” stated then- employee layoffs and that employees are does he think the balance of the funds councilman and Finance Committee now required to contribute towards their Kemper will help run the golf operations, sions. munities’ issues to a major district com- benefits. “We need to seek creative ways but that “the county won’t lose its pres- Director of Guidance Colleen White mittee that will “act as a housing unit to pay these pensions comes? He member Pete Eshausse. This means of offsetting increases,” he said. ence or voice” in the operations. said, “The comprehensive K to 12 coun- and bring it all together.” must think there is a mystical amount the mayor and council went out of Mr. Jalloh said he supports sharing “There is better golfing in Union seling program focuses on the needs of An online survey was e-mailed to of free money in some nebulous place their way to further reward the attor- services as a way to save money. Simi- County,” Mr. Mirabella said. “There is the whole child and promotes and en- select parents to gain insight and opin- to pay these bills. Actually, they are neys with no regard for future fiscal larly, Ms. Thompson said money could something for everyone.” paid by the state. However, we are the consequences. In response, Ms. Cole said, “People are hances student success.” Students at all ions about the strategic plan. The sur- be saved through shared services and by grade levels receive guidance instruc- vey also is available online for anyone state, and we are the citizens who will Mayor Skibitsky is proud of the awarding fewer external contracts. still pissed about Oak Ridge (golf course be paying for these pensions, further town’s negotiations for the compen- Ms. Cole said she supports having an inde- closing in Clark). Avid golfers are not tion ranging from basic social and prob- to take until Tuesday, November 10. better off, and the county won’t get the lem-solving skills to conflict resolu- Nearly 100 people have already com- burdening our taxes. sation with the police department and pendent audit conducted on the county bud- If the town’s current attorneys were fire department. These are the brave get. “We need different ideas than just raising fees they otherwise would have.” Mr. tion. pleted the survey, which takes about 10 taxes while cutting services,” Ms. Cole said. Sytko commented that, “Golf courses State mentor and Westfield Police minutes. Superintendent Dolan said, to live long enough to collect these men and women who protect us all in “The county is doing too much,” Mr. make money. Parks do not.” Officer Gary Moore engaged the board “We really need a good response, so pensions for 20 years, we wish them Westfield. He says that these negotia- Sytko replied. “Why not reduce spend- Mr. Jalloh said that operating Oak Ridge with the success of the D.A.R.E. pro- please do it.” More information about good health and hope they do, they tions were firm and fair. Instead of ing? Find where there is waste before as a park makes the area more available to gram in Westfield’s schools as a pro- the survey can be found at will have collected over $1 million simply volunteering a 50 percent in- spending another dime.” more people. dollars. Perhaps Mr. Loughlin can crease to the attorneys, the mayor The forum also included statements by gram designed to be a positive model westfieldnjk12.org. Asking a question on behalf of the for morality and respect. Officer Moore advise us where the balance of should have entered into firm and fair Coalition to Stop the Train, Mr. Shapiro county surrogate candidates James LaCorte $846,000 beyond Westfield’s contri- negotiations with them. They cer- questioned what the candidates’ position (D) and Arthur Zapolski (R). Mr. LaCorte, said the D.A.R.E. curriculum “teaches Police Invite Public who has served as surrogate for the past 10 kids to work together as peers.” bution will come. Keep in mind we tainly do not deserve any greater were on the efforts to reactivate the Raritan may have other attorneys come into standing in compensation negotia- Valley and Staten Island Rail lines, which years, said he established more techno- The fifth- and seventh-grade pro- To Drop Off Meds have been ongoing for 15 years and has logical efficiency as a means to better gram includes informational presenta- WESTFIELD – On Saturday, Novem- this pension system during this time tions than the police and fire depart- cost millions of dollars. serve the constituents of the county, as tions and has children interact with ber 14, the Westfield Police Department to further exacerbate this crescendo ments. Calling it a “dead issue,” Mr. Mirabella well as “reducing cost and expanding in- each other in small groups, while the will participate in “Operation Medicine of fiscal challenges we will face as a As we as a nation become vividly explained that since it is a state issue, come.” He said he implemented night hours Cabinet” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at police town and as a state. aware of the long term impact of in four towns throughout the county, which ninth-grade students participate in open headquarters. there would be no more funding granted question-and-answer sessions. Officer Perhaps the most important skill unfunded liabilities, we should do for it. “At the time, it seemed like an was done at no additional cost, and has The goal of the program is to allow that any candidate for our town coun- everything to keep from perpetrating opportunity to develop the areas along the provided service to 1,000 residents. Moore noted, “I’m getting a lot of great citizens of New Jersey to deliver all of feedback from our kids.” cil can possess is that of fiscal pru- this idea. If the town can eliminate 22 railways and to have fewer trucks on our A long-time Linden resident, Mr. their unused/unwanted or expired medi- dence and understanding. Mr. Zapolski referred to his outsider status Amidst the attention to respect and cations to law enforcement officials who positions and still fulfill the town’s roads,” Mr. Mirabella said. Mr. Sytko Loughlin’s statements about the com- needs, then it can reduce the hourly said he is against the reactivation. from the administration and from politics morality, Superintendent Dolan urged can, in turn, dispose of these controlled Both Ms. Gielen and Ms. Thompson at large, as a positive asset. In addition to community members to look out for substances in a safe and non-hazardous pensation for and inclusion of the rate of our attorneys. I am calling for spoke of the need for an acute-care facility having served as a supervisor, judge and vandals who recently sprayed graffiti manner. attorneys in the pension system flies the mayor and council to return to the since the closing of Muhlenberg Regional a mediator during his time in the military, on the field house on Rahway Avenue. According to the department, this ini- in the face of both. His lack of under- $100 an hour rate for the attorneys Medical Center. “Babies are being born in he also served as the public defender for tiative will prevent these pills from fall- standing of this matter and support of beginning with the next year’s bud- Roselle Park. As an adjunct professor “All that is, is a waste of taxpayers’ ing into the hands of children or the illicit a satellite emergency room,” Ms. Gielen money and effort,” she stated, adding, it shows that he is not qualified to get. said. “We need a full-service ER.” with a community background, Mr. drug market. hold the position of town council- Jim Baker Mr. Mirabella and Ms. Scanlon said Zapolski described himself as a people “there are much better things to do with A drop-off box for all prescription your time if you have nothing to do.” man. Citizens of any party or inde- Paid Press Release that the freeholders lobbied to keep the person, stating that if he were elected, he medications will be located at the pendents should not support such fis- goleader.com/express hospital open, and that healthcare reform would “work very hard for you.” The board also is working to adopt a Westfield police headquarters front desk.

Echoes-Sentinel May 21, 2009 We have always been impressed with Bramnick…He is respected by his peers in the Assembly, earning the position of Minority Whip with widespread speculation that he would fill the powerful role of Speaker if his party every regained control of the state Assembly…

Bramnick has been a very visible Assemblyman in this area…He is an accessible politician, very down to earth, and refreshingly, doesn’t take himself too seriously.

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By Q. T. RAVEN “I have talent deep on my team. I straight UCT title with a total of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times try to get as many girls in as possible 110.325 in Westfield on October 23 With consistently strong team and to qualify for sectionals. We have a and Cummings, who won the all- individual scores throughout the sea- lot of talent, a lot of maturity [and] a around title last year, won it again son, the No. 6 Westfield High School lot of confidence, which I think con- with a 37.15. Rodrigues, who placed gymnastics team was highly favored tributes to the success of the team this third all-around with a 36.25 behind to win its fourth straight Union County season. We want to continue to be A.L. Johnson’s Brie Ferdinandi Tournament (UCT) title, and a prime county champs but our goals are set (36.425), grabbed top honors on the example of the team depth came re- higher. We have our own individual uneven bars with a 9.225. cently in a victory over Elizabeth goals as well as recapturing “They are in the zone, which is where the Blue Devils, without the sectionals,” said Blue Devil Head what I call them being focused, moti- use of their top performers, seniors Coach Melissa Bryan prior to the vated and knowing what they have to Lacy Cummings and Jenna meet. do, and achieving it. They have been Rodrigues, totaled 105.325. The Blue Devils did win their fourth CONTINUED ON PAGE B2 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WRAPPING HIM UP THE RIGHT WAY…Blue Devil defensive lineman Willie Johnson really wraps up Cougar quarterback DJ Ruhlman, causing a fumble that Blue Devil Mike Matthews, No. 80, recovers. GRAY ‘STALLION’ SCORES 2 TDs; ONDI 130 YARDS, TD

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By DAVID B. CORBIN could hit some good plays and we Ruhlman to create a fumble that Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times them today,” Blue Devil Head Coach Matthews recovered on the Westfield Senior wide receiver Pat Gray Jim DeSarno said. 17. Linebacker Aiden Scanlon batted turned two short passes into touch- The Cougars’ primary running down and pass and cornerback Hugo down (TD) gallops of 43 yards and 73 back, Kevin Azimi, had 48 yards rush- Nolasco had an interception in the yards and senior running back Joe ing in the first half and 58 in the end zone. Gray, from his safety posi- Ondi gobbled up 130 yards rushing, second half for 106 yards tion, was guarding Tartacoff. including a 19-yard TD run, on 20 “The scheme they had for him was “Coach put me on Tartacoff. Our carries to lead the Westfield High a good scheme,” coach DeSarno said. linebackers blitzed a couple of times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times School football team to a stunning, “They had weapons. The quarterback UNION COUNTY GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONS…The Westfield High School gymnastics team takes a little time out to and we had a bunch of good pushes pose before winning its fourth straight Union County Championship. 38-0, victory over Montgomery at runs well. The receiver is a big time on ‘D’ line, so the quarterback had to Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on player. We bent. We just didn’t break. scramble. We had them covered deep, October 24. Our secondary was solid.” so they couldn’t get open,” Gray said. MARKOWSKI, KAPE, KNAPP SCORE ON PENALTY KICKS The 4-2 Blue Devils’ special teams Although the Cougars had some “I love safety because I feel like I and offensive proficiency came to- success running the ball in the middle have so much control. High school gether with their solid defense to limit of the field, the Blue Devils’ defen- quarterbacks are so easy to read. I the 5-2 Cougars’ aerial attack to only sive backfield, with the help of in- love when the ball is in the air, going Cougars Sting Blue Devils, 1-0, 38 yards. Standout receiver JT tense pressure from the line, refused up for it.” Tartacoff had only 10 rushing yards to yield. Outside linebacker Chris “Our DBs [defensive backs] are and no receptions. Quarterback DJ Fantini batted down a pass then de- very good, Pat, Henry! Zach [Helfand] Ruhlman, who was intercepted once, fensive end Nick Matthews batted is not here but Hugo was great on In U.C. Soccer Semis Shootout rushed for only 43 yards. down a pass on the next play. Defen- corner. When it came down to the big “We played very well in all three sive end Willie Johnson wrapped up plays when we needed to stop them, phases. Special teams were great to- that’s what we did. We stopped them By DAVID B. CORBIN Salerno and Jamie Webb, rarely al- second overtime. Ponce ripped a shot day, kickoff coverage [and] punt cov- Probitas Verus Honos CONTINUED ON PAGE B-3 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times lowed Westfield to develop and seri- to Hannah Kronick near the far side- erage. We pinned them inside the 20 ® One hundred minutes of scoreless ous threats. line. Kronick crossed to Amanda a couple of times. Our offense clicked. MEET YOUR WEICHERT, REALTORS NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIALIST soccer, resulting in a knotted 3-3 “It makes a big difference in the Markowski by the near post, which The kids got a great push up front. shootout was finally concluded when middle,” Blue Devil Head Coach Alex forced Cougar keeper Lauren Grandal Our running backs ran hard and we Cougar stopper Taylor D’Antico Schmidt commented. Their backs did to charge and block Markowski’s kick, got a couple of big plays. We’ve felt Kathleen “Kathy” Gwaldis ripped a penalty kick into the upper well. They frustrated our forwards. CONTINUED ON PAGE B3 we had that type of offense where we left netting to give Cranford a 1-0 Anytime you can frustrate our for- • Top Volume Month of September victory over top-seeded the No. 3- wards, then you played a good game. • Union County Area Specialist ranked Westfield High School girls at I know they haven’t been scored on.” The Westfield Leader & The Times • Residential . . . Including Condos and Townhouses A.L. Johnson in Clark on October 25. “I think Julie really stepped up and • Buying, Selling or Rental The face of the game was a far cry showed that she is one of the best Subscription Form different than the first meeting when defenders that we have in Union the Blue Devils crushed the Cougars, County. I feel like our defenders don’t If you are interested in a complementary 6-0, on their own turf on September get enough credit because they have market analysis or just in knowing market 17. 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Experience the Difference Devil of the Week Debbie Wu With Martin and Hornish Tennis By RAY JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Best coach you ever had? Any sport, Martin have been coaching the boys the runners’ success even more im- straight, to open the 1931 season – any level. program, WHS has won 36 confer- pressive is that, while the town’s ex- which then ended with a 10-6 win over That’s an easy one for me. Walt ence, 26 county, 20 sectional and 12 tensive youth programs provide plenty Cranford. Clarkson. While most people’s memo- state Group 4 titles. of “experienced” kids for most sports (It’s 7-2 Massillon at 5-4 Canton ries of Clarkson are of him teaching Hornish, who spent seven seasons at the high school, there is no such McKinley this Saturday in Ohio’s, and journalism or coaching cross-country assisting Clarkson with the boys team, luxury for the “harriers.” America’s, greatest one-day rivalry.) and track, mine are mostly from the has been the girls coach since 1980. “With no feeder system to draw LOOKING BACK 5:30 a.m. practices at the Y’s Rooke This year’s team is 6-1, giving Hornish from, it typically takes the boys a Congratulations to the girls’ tennis Pool during his short stint (1961-1963) a 30-year record of 226-35. Included in couple of years to reach the level nec- team, which won its seventh state title as the WHS swim coach. The mind’s that was a 92-meet win streak – the essary to perform at a high level,” last Wednesday, with a 3-2 victory David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times eye also visualizes Clarkson leading longest of any sport at WHS – that went Martin said. “We traditionally have over top-ranked West Windsor- HIGH LEAP ON THE BEAM…Raider Jessica Colineri performs a high leap on his horde of runners across Tamaques from 1994 to 2003. Ironically, both the had large teams so we have a large Plainsboro South. Matt Vahrley be- the balance beam. Park on many a crisp fall afternoon. As 92-meet streak and the 37-meet streak number of boys ready to step in. Hav- came just the second WHS girls tennis they swept through my football team’s that ended last month were stopped by ing a large group allows the younger coach in the program’s 39 seasons to practice, he would wave and say, “Hi SP-F – which has only beaten WHS boys some time to develop without win a state championship in his first Blue Devils Win 4th Straight coach, and good luck this weekend.” those two times in 19 meetings. throwing to the wolves too soon. year (Ed Tirone turned the trick in Clarkson was one of the most suc- In the one-point dual meet loss to “Kids at WHS are disciplined from 1994). Tirone also coached WHS to cessful track and cross-country coaches SP-F, WHS’s pack went 4-5-6-7-8. the rigors of the academic program, so the 2005 state title; Kathy Luckey was UCT Gymnastics Crown in New Jersey history. His legacy of Good, but not enough to overcome a many are ready to make the sacrifice in charge the first four state titles, in championships and record-breaking 1-2-3 by the Raiders’ top three girls. and hard work without the need for 1973, ’74, ’76 and ’79. CONTINUED FROM PAGE B1 performances is amazing. Equally “We ran an aggressive race,” Hornish immediate gratification.” The gymnastics team won its fourth working very hard on solidifying their amplitude. It makes the jumps bigger. amazing was his uncanny ability to said. “But we failed to split their 2-3 As with all good teams, no matter straight county title on Friday night, routines and just going in with confi- It makes the leaps bigger. It makes take a “non athlete” and turn him into a girls.” how much talent there is in the with Lacy Cummings (all-around, dence,” coach Bryan said. everything bigger,” she said. “We treat productive member of his team. At the Union County Conference underclasses, a team will tend to live vault, floor), Jenna Rodrigues (bars) The 19th-ranked Scotch Plains- this like any other meet. We compete When Clarkson stepped down as Watchung Division meet, SP-F fin- and/or die with its seniors. and Lindsay Ripperger (beam) taking Fanwood Raiders seemed to have been the way we practice. The girls know cross-country coach after the 1982 ished 1-3-4, but WHS finished 5-6-7- “Seniors have always been a key individual titles. Sara Shields and Kelly peaking at the right time after scoring what they need to do.” season (his teams having won the last 8-9-10 to pull out a two-point victory. because many of them have truly Bohlinger also had key points. It was a 106.05 in a meet with Westfield and The Cougars took third with a team 44 dual meets he coached), his 23- The difference this time? An Eliza- stepped up their senior year and shared the third straight UCT all-around title toppling No. 8 Somerville on Octo- total of 105.375 and sophomore Mary year record included: a 242-28-1 dual- beth runner finished second, costing their experiences readily with the for Cummings, and the Devils’ 13th ber 20. The Raiders placed second Kate Walch placed fourth with an all- meet record, 22 conference, 11 county, SP-F a couple of points. younger guys,” Martin said. “Without county team title, all since 1994. with a team total of 105.8. around total of 35.725. Walch and 12 sectional and 10 state Group 4 “We have a strong core of veterans,” being cliché, we have a good family IN PASSING “We were very excited that every- teammate Vivian Altmann tied for championships. said Hornish, whose teams have cap- atmosphere. Kids feed off it and do It was sad to note the passing on body have improved their skills and fifth with Rodrigues on the balance Big shoes to fill, but there were two tured 12 conference, 14 county and their best to keep the spirit going. It October 23 of Milt Supman, better cleaned up their routines, and got the beam with scores of 9.1. Walch also young coaches who worked under seven sectional titles. “And we are 86 certainly makes the coaching a lot known to those of a later-than-middle scores that they knew they were ca- placed fifth in the vault with a 9.1 and Clarkson in the 1970s ready for the strong, with an equitable distribution easier, and way more fun.” age as Soupy Sales, one of the great pable of,” Raider Head Coach Lisa fifth on the uneven bars with an 8.85. job: Jack Martin and Thom Hornish. of ninth, 10th, 11th and 12th graders,” LOOKING AHEAD slap-stick comedians of the early days Cerchio said. “Things seem to be The scores on the floor exercise Nearly three decades later, the two are so look for the excellence to continue. The football team will be at Cooper of TV. His dog White Fang remains pulling together for us right now.” were indeed high with Cummings still out there every fall day and WHS (For those into ridiculous numbers, Field in Linden tomorrow night to one of my all-time favorite characters, The availability of the special spring taking first with a 9.4, followed by is still winning. In fact, the winning in 80 seasons, the teams of Clarkson, face the Tigers in a huge game for both next to Eric Cartman. floor was also expected to help all Rodrigues at 9.375 and teammate cross-country tradition at WHS ranks Martin and Hornish have a combined teams. WHS (4-2) needs this one to Also, Gene Picker, who covered competitors increase their level of Lindsay Ripperger also at 9.375. right up there with swimming, tennis, 681-86-1 record, an 87.6 winning per- guarantee a spot in the playoffs. It’s quite a few memorable WHS sporting difficulty on the event. Fernandi placed fourth at 9.325, Blue football, soccer and baseball. centage, with 48 conference, 40 county, also huge for Linden (4-2), which has events in the ’60s and ’70s during a “We wanted to help out all the Devil Kelly Bohlinger placed fifth at Although there was a one-year var- 27 sectional and 12 state Group 4 lost two straight and whose wins have long stint at the late Elizabeth Daily teams in our county to give everyone 9.075 and Cougar Emily Grable took sity team back in 1936, cross-country titles.) been against teams with a combined Journal, passed away on Oct. 21. a fair chance of scoring higher,” coach sixth at 8.95. didn’t become a full varsity sport until Good teams usually have good run- 5-21 record. DEVIL OF THE WEEK Bryan said. “My girls have worked Properly performing a handspring 1946. And it wasn’t until Clarkson re- ners, and WHS has produced its share. WHS is currently eighth in North 2 This week’s winner of a free sub turned to coach at his alma mater in Starting with 1946 state champion Ed Group 4 with 71 power points; Linden from Mike, the new owner at Westfield hard to solidify their floor routine mount to a double front tuck dismount, 1960 that the sport took off in a big way. Hoos, the list (hopefully not forget- with their dance but adding the diffi- Cummings took first in the vaulting is 10th with 59. The top eight teams Subs (261 South Avenue East), is “Walt set the bar and for the past 26 ting too many) includes: Clarkson, qualify for the sectional playoffs, and Debbie Wu. The junior lefty rallied culty that we are able to throw in with with a 9.5. Fernandi took second at seasons I – along with assistant Chris Dave Coleman, Steve Atwood, Gerry right now that’s Union, 105; the spring floor.” 9.275, Nicole Pietrapertosa (Union from a 1-4 hole in the first set to win 7- Tafelski, a ’97 WHS grad – have tried McGowan, Dave Calvert, Harry Bridgewater-Raritan, 103; Columbia, 5, 6-2 against West Windsor- Coach Cerchio was also looking Catholic) placed third with a 9.175 to keep the level of excellence going,” Graves, Mike Murray, Steve Thatcher, 97; Piscataway, 92; Ridge, 85; forward to having her girls use the and Raider freshman Alex Peluso, who Plainsboro South’s captain, who was said Martin, whose ’09 team just Dave Gray, Brian Clancey, Mike Phillipsburg, 78; Woodbridge, 73, and within one match of finishing her third special spring floor. took sixth all-around with a 35.125, wrapped up a 7-0 season and will take O’Brien, Dave Miller, Cliff Sheehan, WHS. Union, P’burg and WHS each straight unbeaten season at third “My girls are very excited to use placed fourth with a 9.15, while a 46-meet win streak into 2010. The Dave Fitzgerald, Andy Jacob, Tim have two more games before the cut- singles. That provided the critical point the spring floor. Everybody will be Linden’s Kelsey Maloney (fifth all- only longer boys cross-country win Yockel, Dan Avis, Matt Elmuccio, off; the others have just one. in WHS’s 3-2 victory over the top- making their tumbling passes a little around at 35.4) took sixth at 9.05. streaks were 49 (1992-1997) and 48 Gordon Kaslusky, Rob Broadbent and If WHS had shut out SP-F on Octo- ranked Pirates in the state Group 4 more difficult. We have been really After Rodrigues, Cummings placed (1977-1983). Jeff Perrella; Ellen Splaine, Cindy ber 17, coach Ken Miller’s defense tennis final. fortunate this season even on the regu- second on the unevens with a 9.2, After WHS runners finished 1-2-3- Best, Jenee Anzelone, Aimee Stout, would have three straight shutouts. The Devil’s Den appears Thursday lar floor that the girls have been up- followed by Ferdinandi at 9.1 and 6-7-8-9 on October 20 to win the Union Suzy Kozub, Maura McMahon, Alexis The last time that happened was in in The Westfield Leader during the ping their scores,” she said. Maloney at 8.875. ALJ’s Briana County Conference Watchung Divi- Anzelone, Sarah Mahran, Kathleen 1980, against SP-F, Cranford and school year. Contact me with com- Cranford Cougar Head Coach Briscese placed sixth at 8.75. Ripperger sion championship, Martin’s teams had Salmon and Deenie Quinn. Nutley. After a 7-0 loss to Montclair, ments, complaints and suggestions at Michele Charney Hulse and her team grabbed top honors on the balance captured 14 conference, 15 county, But it takes depth, not just a great WHS then finished with two more [email protected]. Win or not, were also looking forward to compet- beam with a 9.5, followed by Raider eight sectional and two state Group 4 individual, to win; it’s what the coaches goose eggs. The school record is seven WHS4EVR! ing on the spring floor. Lindsay Robinson and Cougar titles. They also have a 213-23 dual- like to call a “pack” mentality. Num- “It always increases our level of Danielle McAuliffe at 9.2. Blue Devil meet record. bers are not a problem at WHS, where See it all on the web in color . . . difficulty. It also helps execution and Sara Shields placed fourth with a 9.15. So, in the 50 years that Clarkson and the cross-country teams are bigger than the football team. And what makes www.goleader.com

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE B1 on fourth down and two plays inside Jhakyse Williams (2 carries) gaining “We had to hit hard. We had to start the Red Zone,” Ondi said. six yards and sophomore James off with a nice shot and get a touch- Gray finished with five receptions O’Rourke carrying twice for 54 yards, down early,” said Gray, who added. for 136 yards, while Nolasco had five including a 51-yard run for the final “Our defense has been doing great. for 58 yards, AJ Murray had an 11- TD. Kerr (5 rushes, 46 yards, 14-yard We just kept pounding and pounding yard reception and Scanlon had a TD) completed 11 of 15 passes for down the offense.” one-yard reception. The Blue Devils 178 yards for two TDs and Gray Gray’s TD reception of 43 yards churned up 253 yards rushing with began the game on an end around and came on the Blue Devils’ second se- Murray (4 carries) gaining 17 yards, tossed a 28-yard strike to Nolasco. ries with 5:16 left of the first quarter. His 73-yard TD came with three min- utes left in the third quarter. “It was a quick out. They were playing far back, so we were open. Both were short passes,” he said. “Pat is a special kid. [If] you give him an open space you are not catch- ing him. I think a lot of colleges don’t realize that,” coach DeSarno said. “He did a great job on defense also. He shadowed their player and did a Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times great job.” REACHING DEEP INTO THE “WELL”…Raider Quintin Blackwell, No. 24, rushed for 136 yards, including a touchdown Gray, who injured his knee in the and sprints of 80 and 68 yards. Watchung Hills game on September 17, played only on offense last week BLACKWELL ROLLS 136 YDS; GETS 80-YD, 68-YD TDs in the 30-6 win over Scotch Plains- Fanwood. “In the Scotch Plains game, I felt like I couldn’t run that much because David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Summit Hilltopper Trample GETTING CONTROL…Blue Devil Katie Esler works to control the ball in the I was breaking in this brace. The soccer game with the Cranford Cougars. beginning of this game I ran up the field a couple of times and I felt good right at the beginning,” he said. After place kicker Jon Gribbin SPF Football Raiders, 42-14 Cougars Sting Blue Devils, 1-0 booted a 27-yard field goal on the Blue Devils’ third possession, Ondi By FRED LECOMTE better that they are going to be. Like Nelson, Mike Morsan and Moussa CONTINUED FROM PAGE B1 capped a six-play, 83-yard march with Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Summit’s team, all those seniors have Channaoui to block a little bit too. I which rolled out of bounds to set up a “She is one of our most consistent his 19-yard TD loop around the left The undefeated Summit High been playing together since they were knew if I did my job at the corner, I corner kick. Robyn Knapp launched and dependable players. Tonight, she end to give the Blue Devils a 17-0 School football team scored five first- sophomores and you see how good would push Quintin a little farther,” a corner kick into a mob in front of the truly made a statement,” coach lead at the half. half touchdowns and rambled on to they are and are 7-0 for a reason. added Coloney. goalie, who was knocked down as the Michewicz said of D’Antico. “Our offensive line did great today. trample Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 42- We’re hoping we are going to get the The Raiders were held to 184 total ball rolled over the goal. The ruling “Usually, I don’t even look at the We just overpowered them in gen- 14 in Scotch Plains on October 24. same things,” said Raider Head Coach yards on the ground. Junior Connor was that Grandal was knocked down keeper before I take the shot. Men- eral,” Ondi said. “Kerr is doing great. During the annual Homecoming, Steve Ciccotelli. Thompson, in his inaugural game for by a charging Blue Devil, so there- tally, you never want to change where He doesn’t feel nervous any more. Raider fans, players and coaches hon- The Raider offensive line did have the injured Gary Binkiewicz (high ankle fore there was no goal. you are going to kick the ball. Whether He’s doing everything we need him ored coach Lenny Zanowich, Dr. its moments and paved the way for sprain) completed two of six passes for “The ref said it was a push. I think the goalie knows exactly where you to do and he is our platoon leader.” Crowder and the Class of 1969. junior running back Quintin 19 yards and picked up two rushing the goalie was down before but, of are going, you just kick it as hard as “Joe wanted to prove to me that he The Hilltopper offensive pushed Blackwell to gallop 136 yards on 26 yards. Javen Hawkins carried four times course, I am going to say that,” coach you can, D’Antico said. “The pres- was a running back and he keeps the Raider defense backwards, and carries, including two long TD runs for 13 yards and junior tight end Nevill Schmidt said. “They make the calls, sure with PKs is just unbelievable. proving it. He matched their running running backs Matt Rea and Dwaine of 80 yards and 68 yards in the second Hall gained 14 yards on three carries. so you can’t be upset about it.” You don’t understand what it is like back,” added coach DeSarno. Dabney rolled off a combined 269 half. On defense, Blackwell dropped Wide receiver Marsan snagged a 12- In the penalty kick portion, until you step into that spot and kick The Blue Devils’ special team cover- yards in the first half, which included six Hilltoppers to the turf. yard pass and Nelson was the recipient Markowski slipped her shot into the that ball, but I stepped into that with age kept the Cougars corralled deep in two touchdowns apiece. Rea had “It was a 99 stretch, which we were of a seven-yard delivery. lower left netting. D’Antico answered the confidence that I was going to their own territory in all but one of their touchdowns (TD) runs of two, 28 and running. Our line was blocking it very “Our kids played hard. I don’t think with a shot into the upper left. Blue make this. Our whole team has been possessions. The deepest came from 71 yards and rumbled 150 yards on well and it ended up successful. As to they ever gave up,” Raider Head Coach Devil Becca Kape buried her shot to the working on this. When it came down Gray, who booted a rugby kick that five carries. Dabney carried seven the two TD scores, the first one came Steve Ciccotelli said. “Tough things lower left and Cougar Natalie Englese to PKs, we said, ‘we got this!’” came to rest on the Montgomery three. times for 119 yards, including a touch- on an opening on the outside. Sean’s are consistency, but there were a lot of ripped her shot into the upper left. “It was back-and-forth. It was a “We have been practicing well on down run of 25 and a 62-yard punt (Coloney) block is what opened it up positive things. I thought we ran the Knapp’s shot, although tipped, was good battle. I think we might have had special teams. We were breaking them return in the second quarter. Summit’s on the corner. The second touchdown, ball better than we ran it all year at successful in the center then Brodie a couple more chances in the run of down and making tackles,” Ondi said. other scores came on a five-yard pass again it was the same play with a key times. What hurt us was not having rejected Cougar Salerno’s shot. Blue play, but when it come down to PKs Kerr had his 14-yard TD carry mid- completion from quarterback Joe block from Sean. It was a good play Gary (Binkiewicz). We could have Devil Tina Landeka’s shot bounced off (penalty kicks) it could be anybody’s,” way through the fourth quarter and, Jaskolski to Marcel Godino in the and we capitalized on it. We try to go thrown it a little bit more but Connor the crossbar then Brodie stopped Jen coach Schmidt said. “It’s tough to go with the game well in hand, although second quarter and a 20-yard pass out with a bang, try not to get discour- (Thompson) did a good job running Folger’s attempt. Grandal stopped Sam undefeated, so we move on from here. coach DeSarno was not looking for from Ryan Bringewatt to Philip aged and keep playing hard even when the offense. Obviously, we had to trim Costello’s attempt then Cougar Sarah Now the girls know what it feels like to another score, O’Rourke slipped Jefferson in the fourth. we’re down,” said Blackwell. it down a little bit and throwing it a Muratore’s goal sent the contest into lose. How they handle losing really through a seam and had no intentions “We just give up too many big “Our receiving coach, Rich little more would have opened it up a sudden death. Grandal made the save defines who you are as a team. We are of stopping until he crossed the goal plays. There are some young guys in (McGriff) has been talking and work- little more at some spots but overall I on Markowski’s shot then D’Antico still a very good team!” line with 2:10 remaining in the game. those spots that are learning from it ing us all week about blocking cor- think we did some nice things.” was successful to the left, once again, to Cranford 0 0 0 0 (3) (1) 1 Montgomery 0 0 0 0 0 and that goes into the memory bank. ners and I tried to do that as good as Summit 14 21 0 7 42 give the Cougars the victory. Westfield 0 0 0 0 (3) (0) 0 Westfield 7 10 7 14 38 The more experience they get the I could, maybe motivated Doran Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 0 7 7 14

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By FRED LECOMTE goalie Connie Haggerty with six shots real good kids up front, and we tried Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times on goal, four in the first half. Forward to contain them as best as we could. Seeking its fifth straight Union Avika Shah launched three shots, and The kids played hard and well all County title, the second-seeded midfielders Sarah Canfield and Kathryn over the field, and it was a good Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Dinizo each delivered one shot. defensive battle. We had some chances girls’ soccer team, ranked No. 14, Raider junior goalkeeper Paige offensively and they did as well at the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times nipped the Pioneers of New Provi- Della Badia earned her 11th straight end of the game. That was the differ- FINISHING A GRUELING RUN…Raider team captain Alex Parker, left, finished fourth with a time of 16:54, and Blue dence, 1-0, in the semifinals at A.L. shutout of the season and made five ence; one goal in the first half. Paige Devil sophomore Jack Leahy, right, finished second at 16:41. The Blue Devils ran away with the title with a total of 19, while Johnson High School in Clark on spectacular diving saves. The most (Della Badia) did a great job. She the Raiders placed second with a total of 44. October 25. The Raiders will face dramatic save came when Gina should not have been put into that fifth-seeded Cranford, who defeated Caprara hit a shot from inside the box position where she had to make those Westfield, 1-0, in a sudden-death that was smothered by Della Badia. saves but did a good job making them. SCRUDATO, LEAHY, ANDREW KIRNA CROSS LINE 1-2-3 shootout for the title. “New Providence is a good team. She’s been doing it all year.” Midfielder Sarah Vanbuskirk provided Scott Murphy does a good job coach- The 13-1-1 Raiders controlled the the lone goal in the 19th minute of the ing them,” Raider Head Coach Kevin tempo and their efforts were rewarded first half. The Raiders greeted Pioneer Ewing said. “They have a couple of when Shah charged downfield, avoided Blue Devil Boys ‘Run’ Away two defenders and crossed a diagonal shot to the back post where Vanbuskirk deposited the bouncing ball off her chest and inside the left corner of the With UC Conference Crown net for her 17th goal of the season. The Raider defense tightened at By DAVID B. CORBIN the same thing all year,” Scrudato by teammates Jon Kerby at 18:17, every Pioneer attack. Ally Prestridge, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times said. “We are very hungry. We are Bobby Evans at 18:22 and Kyle Delia McGee and Claudia Falconieri Waves of blue crossed the finish training very hard right now, and we Mahoney at 18:31. secured the defensive middle. line to claim the top-10 individual have had a few hard weeks of nice The fastest time was recorded by “We knew that we had to come out spots at the Union County Confer- training. We are hoping to continue Union Catholic Viking sensation D.J. strong and show them what we are ence Watchung Division boys cross- our success.” Thornton, who crossed first in the made of, get the win and move on to country Championships at Warinanco As to his time, he said, “It’s a PR Mountain Division race with a time the finals. Mr. Ewing has been talking Park in Roselle on October 20, but it for here, but I don’t think it’s my best of 16:21, followed by Summit’s Tho- to us about one of us staying up high was the blue of the Westfield High race as per mile. I wasn’t worried mas Chin at 16:24. Rahway’s Jeremy on the sweeper, so if we have someone School boys who ran away with the about that. I was worried about the Antivo at 16:46 and Curtis Johnson at pressuring her, there is a good chance team title with a total of 19 compared team getting a win. Usually we are 17:11 placed 3-4, while Viking Kevin you end up one-on-one with her and to the blue of the Scotch Plains- not the ones setting the pace, but Mulligan placed fifth at 17:17, fol- have a good shot at the goal. What an Fanwood boys that finished second today, we had to go out and set the lowed by Cranford’s John Powasnik amazing feeling winning the semis, with 44 points. pace, and get ready for the counties.” at 17:22 and Vikings Matt O’Donnell and everyone knows that we can do it Blue Devil senior Ryan Scrudato Blue Devils Tyler Cusick at 16:58, at 17:26 and Mike Cahill at 17:30. and we are capable to go the whole had some clear sailing as he crossed Mike Kelley at 17:12, Zach Lizmi at Everett Price (New Providence) way,” Vanbuskirk said. the line first with a personal-record 17:14 and John Kirna at 17:28 finished crossed first in the Valley Division race The Raiders maintained their ag- (PR) – for the course – time of 16:36. sixth through ninth. Raider junior Vidhan with a time of 16:50, followed by Tyler gressive nature, but near the end of Blue Devil sophomore Jack Leahy Malik crossed 10th with a PR 17:38. Boscia (Roselle Catholic) at 16:56. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times the second half, within a span of three finished second at 16:41 and team- “Vid had a big PR in the boys race,” PINCHING A PIONEER…Raiders Jackie Mains, No. 5, and Ally Prestridge, No. minutes, the 15-1 Pioneers mounted WATCHUNG DIVISION: mate Andrew Kirna finished third at Raider Head Coach Jeff Koegel said. 1. Westfield 19, 2. Scotch Plains- 14, put the pinch on a New Providence Pioneer. a continuous attack in Raider terri- 16:50 before Raider team captains “This is only his second year, and he Fanwood 44, 3. Union 91, 4. Linden 100 tory. Despite the shelling, the Pio- Alex Parker and Brandon Wheeler was struggling to break 19:00 last MOUNTAIN DIVISION: McKINLEY, MORAWSKI, BORR, WU WIN neers failed to find the mark, partly finished 4-5 with respective times of year. He grew up in India, so he does 1. Union Catholic 36, 2. Summit 68, due to Della Badia’s consistency. 16:54 and 16:58. better in the warm weather. He actu- 3. Cranford 82, 4. Governor Livingston “It’s really important to keep my “We were trying to go out as a pack. ally shivers when the temperature 86, Rahway 96, Johnson 131 head in the game. I need to be quick We stayed as a pack as long as we drops below 60.” VALLEY DIVISION: No. 2 Blue Devils Sting on my feet for anything that comes at could, and at the end, it would be Raider senior Brian Walsh finished 1. Roselle Catholic 26, 2. New Provi- dence 55, 3. Dayton 66, 4. Oratory 84, 5. me, and it’s important to keep confi- whoever’s got it. We have been doing 13th, with a time of 18:13, followed dence in my defense,” Della Badia Brearley 144 said. “As to the saves, the one I recall No. 1 WW-PS in Tennis was the girl who was about five feet in front of me. She fired a rocket. I’m Cougar V’ballers Roar Past Titans in the New Jersey state high Lesley Norris, who had not lost a lucky it went right at me. That was school girls’ tennis world met face- match since she was a freshman. Wu pure reaction on my part. I could not to-face for the NJSIAA Group 4 cham- trailed 4-1 in the first set but rallied in have been placed better, but I’m glad pionship at Mercer County Park in a big way to win it, 7-5. Having that she did not go right or left be- West Windsor on October 21, and broken Norris’ spirit, Wu won the cause that could have been much more Lady Blue Devils, 25-11, 25-10 No. 2-ranked Westfield toppled No. next set, 6-2, to set up freshman Lexi dangerous. The other came on a dan- 1-ranked West Windsor-Plainsboro Borr for the match clincher. Borr won gerous play where I was coming out, By FRED LECOMTE championship title, so we try to get ils sitting on their heels. Inselberg, South, 3-2, to advance to the Tourna- her first singles match over Ammu but I was a little more worried be- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the younger ones to understand the Bartsch and Irwin provided the of- ment of Champions (TOC) that was Mandalap, 6-2, 6-2. cause I got hurt on a similar type of Displaying a dominant offense, pressures and the level of competi- fensive weaponry. to begin at the Inman Sports Club in June Lee topped Criscuolo, 6-4, 6- play like that a few weeks ago. As a Meghan Bartsch, Kaitlyn Irwin and tion that we are moving into. When “Our offense was energized from Edison on October 25. 2, at second singles, and Larissa Lee first year player, I’m really excited, Alexis Inselberg led an assault that things go right, confidence level goes the defense. Our back row passes and After the Blue Devil girls shut out Lum and Sahana Jayaraman nipped I’m nervous and never had anything earned the Cranford High School girls up, and today, the strength came from digs were on the money, and when Piscataway, 5-0, for the North Jersey, Samantha Borr and Murphy in three so exciting happen before. We have a volleyball team a 25-11, 25-10 vic- the front line. The serving aces were you have great passes coming up to Section 2, Group 4 title, which in- sets, 6-7, 6-4, 6-0, at first doubles. good offensive line that can put goals tory over Westfield in Cranford on just phenomenal. That started it, and the front, the offense plays off of that cluded a marathon match at second McKinley and Morawski silenced in and our defense is really strong.” October 23. everything else came together.” energy,” said coach Diaz. singles between Tara Criscuolo and Amanda Stanton and Mallory Wang, New Providence 0 0 0 “Things are finally shaping up and Grace Antonelli led the 10-12 Blue The Blue Devils grabbed a 3-0 lead Chief Camille Sunga, on October 16 6-3, 6-2, at second doubles. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 1 0 1 coming together. We have been work- Devils with seven digs. Danielle in Game 2. As the game rolled to its at the Inman Sports Club, Livingston ing hard to get our younger players Cofone provided six digs, and Emma midway point, and the Blue Devils became their next victim via 4.5-0.5 meshed in and jelling with our se- Partridge notched four kills. playing a very balanced passing game, decision in the Group 4 semifinals at niors, and the confidence and their “They have very good servers; they along with a good defense, Cougars Mercer County Park. stat numbers are growing,” Cougar made good contacts with it, and we Hansen’s and Irwin’s well-placed ser- Blue Devil Lexi Borr blanked Head Coach Lucy Diaz said. “The could not get out of a funk. We tried vice aces resulted in an 11-point push. Livingston Lancer Nicole Russo, 6- seniors are coming back from a state to focus on us; we got our confidence Bartsch’s service ace concluded the 0, 6-0, at first singles. Criscuolo’s back a little bit at the beginning of the run and game. match ended in a draw with Sam Raider Netters Nip second game and tried to make some “We tried to keep our confidence Alpert, although leading 7-5, 1-0, at things happen. We just could not put up throughout the game, and that was the time. Debbie Wu defeated Lancer Hilltoppers, 3-2 it together,” said Westfield Head one of our biggest goals. Maybe we Christine Chen, 6-0, 6-1, at third The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Coach Beverly Torok. did not finish as well as we wanted to. singles. Samantha Borr and Morgan School girls tennis team defeated Bartsch notched six kills and 10 Game 2, we started out real strong, Murphy stopped Anna Bagin- Summit, 3-2, on October 22. service points with three aces. Kristen we all were really set, got some hit Borzilov and Jordana Geller, 6-3, 6- First singles: Alex Szczuka (SP) d Emily Rupp and Inselberg combined for 11 hits down and some kills. I think we 2, at first doubles, while Katherine Koernig, 6-3, 6-0 kills. Irwin came up big with nine definitely have all the skills needed to McKinley and Melissa Morawski Second singles: Tasha Kewiramani (S) service points, three digs and four beat other teams; it’s just more of a defeated Eeshin Chang and Jenna d Neha Pannuri, 6-2, 6-2 aces. Emma Hansen added six ser- mental difficulty that we have. We Kauffman, 7-6 (7-5), 6-4. Third singles: Heather Pearson (S) d Indrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader and The Times Lyndsey Douglas, 6-0, 6-1 vice points, five aces and one block, need more focus and determination,” Against WW-PS, Wu faced a for- WINNING A KEY MATCH…Blue Devil Debbie Wu won her third singles match, First doubles: and Katie Knorr notched three kills, said team captain Jenelle Abbattista. midable foe at third singles in senior 7-4, 6-2, over Lesley Norris. Second doubles: two blocks and two service aces. Sa- “Once we are down a little, it’s a real rah Barry contributed four assists and big challenge to get our confidence three service points, and Alex Bizub back. It’s something we need to work added three digs, one ace and one on and get past. Definitely, service is a service point. problem for us. We need to move our The Cougars struck early in Game feet up more, but we need to work as a 1 with effectively placed serves and a team. When we mess up, we cannot passing attack that had the Blue Dev- put our heads down,” said Gab Cerami.

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PUBLICATION Westfield PAL Wrestling Gets New Website The Westfield PAL Wrestling Jersey League Blue (Grades 2-6) con- program’s new website is sists of experienced wrestlers, who www.westfieldpalwrestling.com. The will participate in a competitive, 16- programs focus on learning the fun- match schedule. damentals of wrestling, instilling solid The Middle School PAL Team values and having fun. (Grades 6-8) is for wrestlers in the In the Beginning Wrestling pro- Middle School program, who want gram (K-Grade 3), wrestlers are taught additional opportunities to practice Joyce Taylor, Sales Associate the basics of the sport with emphasis and compete. on skill development and safety rather To avoid a late fee, registration must than competition. be completed by November 2. Prac- 908-233-6417, Direct In the Central Jersey League White tices begin the week of November 9. NJAR Circle of Excellence 1977—2008 (Grades 3-5), wrestlers focus on the Forms can be downloaded on the basic fundamentals and will prepare website. For more information, e-mail GETTING SOME FINE BLOCKING…Westfield PAL “A” player Michael for competitive matches. The Central Al Rabinowitz at [email protected]. Hughes run the ball behind supporting blocks from Chip Mulrooney, Dylan Elliot and Jack Kessler. Open House Sunday, November 1st 1 - 4 pm Westfield ‘C’ Blue Blitzes Westfield PAL ‘A’ Suffers Belleville Grid Kids, 32-0 Loss to Belleville, 6-0 The 7-0 Westfield “C” Blue foot- Defensive linemen Devin Zrebiec, ball team remained undefeated and Johnny Link, Lin, Kelly, Aidan The Westfield PAL A football team Westfield proceeded to grind out 59 un-scored upon with a 32-0 blitzing Sumner and Tristan Orr plugged up suffered a tough, 6-0 loss to Belleville yards with carries by Cummings and of Belleville on October 25. holes and forced Belleville into a on October 25. Westfield will play Hughes, getting the ball down to the Westfield’s offense sputtered on the pass that was linebacker O’Connor their final game of the regular season six-yard line, before stalling. first drive but after linebacker Jack picked and returned to the 10-yard at Scotch Plains, this Sunday, No- Westfield tried a field goal, but the Gorelick recovered a fumble, the of- line. Wide receiver Alex Knepper vember 1, at 1:15 p.m. kick was wide. fense woke up. Offensive lineman Jus- threw a timely block that allowed Westfield began on defense. Tack- The Blue Devil defense stopped Mele to hook around the left les from Collin Studwell, Joe Belleville on its own 20-yard line on side for the TD. Scaglione, David Kane, Chris the next series. Belleville punted to Middle linebacker Matt Sweeney and Dylan Elliot kept the Westfield 27 and later intercepted McIlroy plugged up the middle Belleville to three first downs in the a pass and returned the ball to the and cornerbacks Knepper, Chris first half. Scaglione, Kane, Chris Westfield five. Belleville scored on Rinaldi, Chris Hoerle, Jordan Wright and Elliot also had sacks. its second attempt, butWestfield Hindes and Alex Hall knocked Westfield’s offense had good runs stopped the extra point attempt. down several Belleville passes from Connor Cummings and Michael Next, Cummings had several car- before the first half ended. Hughes. ries to get well into Belleville’s terri- 5 Mountainview Dr, Mountainside Classic Colonial In the second half, Mele com- In the second half, with blocking tory, but another interception stopped boasting a family room, updated eat-in kitchen, charming pleted a pass to split end from Chip Mulrooney, Elliott, Jack the drive. Belleville ran out the clock Gorelick. Running back Rinaldi Kessler, Sweeney and Scaglione, and took a knee to end the game. formal rooms, office & sunroom. There is a master bed- added two long gains then room with full bath, three more bedrooms, an updated hall Murray broke up the middle bath & a picturesque yard with patios. Presented for: and cut outside for a 35-yard Westfield White ‘C’ Beats TD. Tavis Brunson carried in $890,000. Dir: Lawrence to Hillside to Mountainview for the extra point. Defensive Open House Sunday, November 1st 1 - 4 pm linemen Robbie Suriano, Matt Bloomfield Bengals, 19-6 GETTING THE EXTRA POINT…Westfield Sloane, Lin, Prevoznak and Zrebeic pressured the Belleville A strong running offense and a Nick Mueller had a punt return to “C” Blue running back Tavis Brunson carries fourth quarter interception helped the the ball in for the extra point. quarterback and caused several put Westfield in range and Chris near sacks. Later, running back Westfield White “C” football team Varano went 22 yards on a sweeper tin Lin, Cameron Bremer, Jacob Brunson broke numerous tackles and defeat Bloomfield, 19-6, at Kehler for the first touchdown (TD). Vincent Kurstedt, Ethan Prevoznak, Michael scored a 16-yard TD. Matt McIlory Stadium on October 25. DiFilippo ran in the point after (PAT) O’Connor and Zack Kelly provided kicked the extra point. to give Westfield a 7-0, first-quarter downfield blocking, along with full- Link and Hoerle saw some run- WF’s Letwink Receives lead. back Chris Cerrachio, guiding quar- ning action and received fine blocks In the second quarter, defensemen terback (QB) Nick Mele along the from wide receivers Kyle Gabriel Achievement Award Calvin Vincente, Hopper Murray and way. On third and goal, Mele rolled and Alex Hall. Kurstedt and Hoerle Wayne Letwink of Westfield was Liam Heinbokel forced Bloomfield out and hit wide receiver Owen Murray recovered fumbles and Rinaldi had honored by receiving the Jay H. into negative yardage and forcing a for a five-yard touchdown (TD) pass. an interception. Dakleman Lifetime Achievement turnover on downs. Westfield’s sec- Award from the NJSIAA Track and ond TD started with an 11-yard gain Field Officials Association at the by DiFilippo and a five-yard scramble Western Monmouth ‘Y’ Tops annual New Jersey Track Officials by J.D. Marner. Marner then hooked dinner at 37 West Restaurant in the down the sidelines for a 56-yard dash Quality Court Hotel in Toms River on just short of the end zone. DiFilippo Devilfish ‘B’ Boys, 117-89 October 15. scored the TD. The PAT failed. Dakleman was a former head of the In the third quarter, Justin The Westfield Area Y’s Devilfish Suen (8U), Jack Cifelli (9-10), Max officials association and an iconic Dudzinski, James Bohlinger and Nick 1078 Sunny View Rd, Mountainside A beautiful “B” boys swim team lost to Western Picut (13-14) and Chris Wojtczak (15- meet director for many years of the Mueller delivered key tackles, forc- Monmouth, 89-117, on October 24, 18) brought home second place. state championships in track and field ing Bloomfield to turn the ball over. property with deck & patio surrounds this custom built but had some great individual events. Michael Riordan, Jon Stiles, Nicho- and cross-country. Letwink was cho- DiFilippo had a booming 52-yard punt home. The interior boasts an updated kitchen that opens to Individual Medleys: Sam A. las G. Cannone, and Sean S. Beattie sen by the executive committee of the in the fourth quarter that was downed Hayes (13-14) and Matt Trinkle (15- took third in their classes. the family room, sun room & dining room. The master association, which is comprised of by Mueller. Dylan Scott, Ben Meltzer, 18) took first in their age groups. Backstroke: Ashlen Suen (8U) five members from each of the seven Sam Pastuzyn and Jack Ciarrocca suite boasts a sitting room, large walk-in closet & a gran- Rory P. McGovern and Thomas Pyle placed second Andrew Kapadia, Jack chapters. Letwink’s nomination was lent fourth quarter offensive support. placed second and Joseph Chen and Cifelli, Sam A. Hays and Kevin Oster from the Northwest Chapter, of which With little time remaining, Parker ite accented bath. Highlights include cac & a winter view. Jesse P. Liu brought in thirds. Dir: Summit Rd to Sunny View came in third. he is a member. Hess intercepted and scored. Owen Presented for $ 749,900. Freestyle: Cooper Prieto (8U) and Butterfly: Ashlen Suen (8U), Rory The annual award is given for over- Colwell delivered a big tackle for a Thomas J. Ryan (13-14) touched first. McGovern (9-10), and Thomas Pyle all contribution to the sport of track loss on Bloomfield’s last drive, but Open House Sunday, November 1st 1 - 4 pm Jon Stiles (9-10) and Sean Moore (13-14) took firsts, Cooper Prieto (8U), and field and cross-country with par- Bloomfield broke open for a long run (11-12) captured second. Steven D. and Thomas Ryan (13-14) placed sec- ticular emphasis on service, contri- into the end zone. Jack Cash helped Warren, Sean S. Beattie and Lawrence ond with Kevin Wang, Jesse P. Liu, butions and achievement as an offi- stop Bloomfield’s PAT attempt. Keating placed third in their classes. Noah J. Stiles and Nicandro J. Donadio cial. Letwink has had over 50 years White’s offense was on the move Breaststroke: Steven D. Warren coming in third. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page B-7 RAIDERS LEEPER, PEARL, BRUCE CROSS LINE 1-2-3 Lady Blue Devils Capture UC Conference X-C Crown Luxury Homes Listed by Frank By GHOSTWRITER BLAIR Amy Roggenberg at 21:39, Abigail we needed to be aggressive start to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Kwok at 21:51, Sharon Faktor at 21:51, finish,” Blue Devil Head Coach Thom Three Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Danielle Grimes at 21:54, Megan Hornish said. “Scotch Plains ran a School girls crossed the finish line Pulliam at 21:57 and Alyssa Hatch great race. Our success today is due before any Westfield uniform, but the 22:03. to a strong ‘PAC’, which has been our Blue Devil girls cross-country team “We knew that we’d be strong up traditional formula for success. With ran with a pack mentality to win the front, as we have a solid top three with a little help from Linden and Union, Watchung Division of the Union Kathleen, Ali and Laura,” Raider Head the championship was ours. Ellie County Conference Championships Coach Jeff Koegel said. “Our goal was Tanji, a crossover from soccer, took at Warinanco Park in Roselle on Oc- to get the top three scoring places and the lead [for us] and ran 21:19, which tober 20. The Blue Devils totaled 30 try to keep our gaps small. The gaps is a great race for her.” to edge the sparsely populated Raid- were smaller than they have been, but Coach Hornish was pleased with ers, who totaled 32. having people from schools, other than the times but feels each girl must Raider Kathleen Leeper crossed the Westfield, breaking us up after our lower her personal performance 20 to line first with a time of 20:23, followed third runner is what posed the prob- 40 seconds to make a bid for the by Elizabeth’s Latitia Sailey – her place- lem. We don’t have numbers, and most county championship, which was held ment did not count in the team scoring of the girls on the team had never run yesterday, October 28. – at 20:48. Raiders Ali Pearl and Laura a cross-country race before this fall.” “The varsity knows that they have Bruce finished 2-3 (team scoring) with “A great day for Westfield cross- to step up and that Summit is a major identical times of 21:01. From that country! Truly a golden one! Our competitor. We are looking to move point, it was all Blue Devils finishing in varsity knew going in that Scotch from last year’s fourth place to either the top-10 with Gabrielle Tanji at 21:18, Plains was going to be tough and that one or two,” coach Hornish said. “In our top five, Laura was the only one, who had ever been on the cross- D. Blair Corbin’s country team. We didn’t even have anyone in the JV race, and only one girl in the freshman race. It’s tough to 1221 Prospect Street, Westfield $1,499,900 lose by two points, but I think the odds were stacked against us in this This spectacular & new 5 Bedroom, 4 ½ bath Colonial on 1/3 of an acre is truly a “GREEN” home…LEED, SOLAR & Blue Devils Raiders type of situation,” coach Koegel said. ENERGY STAR rated. Inside, is beautifully appointed with wonderful, detailed moldings, hardwood floors and tile “We’re better suited to dual meets selections. A gourmet center island kitchen w/professional grade appliances open to family room with fireplace; 1st floor with the strength of our top three. library & guest bedroom suite; MBR suite w/luxurious bath; 3 car garage, mud room & patio are just a few of the many Everyone in our top five ran a course noteworthy features. Call today to see how this home makes money every year! PR [personal record], and Kathleen won the divisional championship, so Walk Down Memory Lane there were a lot of positives to take out of the meet. Most everyone ran From the archives of The Westfield October 26, 2001: No. 1 ranked tough, as well. We don’t have any Leader and The Scotch Plains- Westfield breezed to its ninth-straight seniors on the team, so we’ll work on Fanwood Times – www.goleader.com Union County Gymnastics Champi- getting more people out, getting more October 27, 2004: The 14-2-2 onship in Cranford. The Blue Devils experience for the ones, who are here, Raider girls soccer team won the out-totaled second-place Scotch and be back and hopefully be better.” Watchung Conference National Di- Plains-Fanwood, 107.15-100.9. Blue Nichelle Harris of Rahway, which is vision Championship after battling Devil twins Lauren and Jessica in the Mountain Division, recorded the rival Westfield to a 2-2, overtime tie Caravello gave exceptional perfor- fastest time of 19:34, and Ines Simoes in Scotch Plains. Blue Devil goalie mances. Lauren captured the all- (Roselle Catholic – Valley Division) Tara O’Donahue literally saved the around with a total of 36.7, and Jes- had the second fastest time of 19:54. day by making several spectacular sica placed second at 35.125. The Blue Devil JV team captured saves. Raider keeper Lauren Mains October 28, 2000: After a humili- seven of the top-10 positions to score made nine saves. Erin McCarthy and ating defeat to Westfield on Septem- a perfect 15 in their race. Tierny Aly Ludmer scored for the Blue Dev- ber 23, the Raiders’ complex offense Cummings finished first in a personal ils. Kristen Zyla and Allie Zazzali started to come together, and their best (PB) time of 21:33. Becky scored for the Raiders. defense became very stubborn and Castaldo crossed in 21:44, Allegra October 24, 2003: It took a de- took on a nickname known as the Larche was 21:45, Shannon Mooney cade, but the Raider gymnastic team “Wild Dogs”. Since the Westfield was 21:54, Astrid Adriaens was 22:06, earned county bragging rights by game, the Raiders crushed Linden, Julia Fisher was 22:25 and Samantha winning the Union County champi- 25-14, Irvington, 42-8, Kearny, 26-0, Kaufman finished in 22:40. onship in Cranford to halt Westfield’s and now Plainfield, 26-12. Senior The Blue Devils won the freshman nine-year reign. The Raiders, with Clifton Freshwater rolled off 199 race with 15 points also. On the 2.2- 1163 Lawrence Avenue, Westfield $1,575,000 103.1, outscored the Cranford girls, yards and two TDs on 28 carries, and mile course, Hannah McRoberts who totaled 102.85 and the Westfield junior quarterback Brian Schiller con- placed first with a time of 15:13, This stunning, custom designed 6 Bedroom, 4.1 bath Center Hall Colonial features an Entrance Foyer with magnificent girls, who totaled 101.75. Katie nected eight times on 13 pass at- followed by Maggie Tanji at 15:53, staircase; Living Room/Library w/built-in’s and fireplace; large Formal Dining Room; gourmet Eat-In Kitchen w/professional Zaleski managed to share top honors tempts for 159 yards and two TDs. Ellie Reinhardt at 16:53, Hannah grade appliances, sitting area and fplc; grand Family Room with soaring cathedral ceilings and fireplace; 1st floor MBR on the balance beam with Cougar Late October 1998: Scotch Plains, Knighton at 16:55, Courtney Han at suite w/access to wonderful conservatory; plus a 1st floor guest wing and Laundry. Nestled on a .77 acre picturesque lot standout Bridget Murphy, each scor- Fanwood and surrounding areas will 16:58, Rachel Hertzberg at 17:13 and on a private lane w/3 car garage, deck, patio & more, this fabulous home is loaded with amenities that are sure to please! ing a 9.2. Zaleski also finished fifth in indeed miss the services of SP-F High Liz Griesmer at 17:22. the all-around with a total of 34.55. School Athletic Director Gene Schiller, WATCHUNG DIVISION: October 24, 2002: The Blue Devil who will be retiring at the end of this 1. Westfield 30, 2. Scotch Plains- girls cross-country team captured the month; however, fond memories of Fanwood 32, 3. Union 80, 4. Linden 110 Watchung Conference National Di- him will not be forgotten. In high MOUNTAIN DIVISION: vision title for the eighth consecutive school at Scotch Plains, Schiller ex- 1. Summit 48, 2. Cranford 72, 3. celled in four sports: football, basket- Johnson 78, 4. Governor Livingston 92, year at Warinanco Park in Roselle. 5. Union Catholic 99, 6. Rahway 113 Senior Co-Captain Kathleen Salmon ball, track and baseball. As a senior at Seton Hall Prep, he won the high school VALLEY DIVISION: crossed first with a time of 19:43 just 1. New Providence 42, 2. Kent Place six seconds off the WHS record of national championship in the long jump 54, 3. Roselle Catholic 65, 4. Oak Knoll 19:37, set by Cindy Best in 1982. with a leap of 22’ 10.5”. 75, 5. Dayton 113, 6. Benedictine 161

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By DAVID B. CORBIN ing forward to Scotch Plains,” son. They analyzed what went wrong Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Blue Devils’ defense answered in the Westfield game and they made One hundred minutes of scoreless the call despite the absence of center every single correction I asked them soccer, resulting in a knotted 3-3 midfielder Grace Mackenzie, who to make,” coach Michewicz said. shootout was finally concluded when recently suffered a concussion, but The Cougars’ closest opportunity Cougar stopper Taylor D’Antico the Cougars, especially with strong to score came midway through the ripped a penalty kick into the upper efforts from midfielders Julianne second quarter when Blue Devil left netting to give Cranford a 1-0 Salerno and Jamie Webb, rarely al- goalie Gaby Gold – Meg Brody was victory over top-seeded the No. 3- lowed Westfield to develop and seri- the keeper in the first half and in ranked Westfield High School girls at ous threats. overtime – was drawn out from the AL. Johnson in Clark on October 25. “It makes a big difference in the goal but defender Katie Ponce (de- The face of the game was a far cry middle,” Blue Devil Head Coach Alex fensive middle) hustled to deflect the different than the first meeting when Schmidt commented. Their backs did shot. the Blue Devils crushed the Cougars, well. They frustrated our forwards. The Blue Devils temporarily 6-0, on their own turf on September Anytime you can frustrate our for- thought they won the game in the 17. Since then, the 13-1-1 Cougars wards, then you played a good game. second overtime. Ponce ripped a shot have rolled off 12 consecutive wins. I know they haven’t been scored on.” to Hannah Kronick near the far side- “That Westfield game was a turn- “I think Julie really stepped up and line. Kronick crossed to Amanda ing point,” Cougar Head Coach Jen showed that she is one of the best Markowski by the near post, which Michewicz said. “We knew we didn’t defenders that we have in Union forced Cougar keeper Lauren Grandal David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times come out with our best game. We County. I feel like our defenders don’t to charge and block Markowski’s kick, HANDLING A FLYING CARDINAL…Cougar Alex Porter, No. 12, mixes it up with a Cardinal near the sideline. made a promise to ourselves that we get enough credit because they have which rolled out of bounds to set up a weren’t turning back and we are look- been solid throughout the entire sea- CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 HARTNETT NETS 17TH GOAL, PACE GETS 15TH ASST Soccer Cougar Boys Silence Bulldogs, Tie Cardinals, 0-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN to the end line, beat a defender and stingy, keeping the ball out of their Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times then faked out the goalie to tuck it box. Every time the Cougars began to The Cranford High School boys into the near corner from a tough form a plan of attack, it was thwarted soccer team recorded its 10th shutout angle to make it 2-0. Goalkeeper Scott by the Cardinal center back, who in 16 games and extended its record to Boyer finished with three saves as the simply booted or headed the ball back 16-0 after defeating Jonathan Dayton, Cougars out-shot Dayton 11-5. to midfield. 2-0, on October 20. The next day, a Early on in the game against Plainfield did not seem to be much very stingy Plainfield defensive effort Plainfield, it became evident that the of a threat offensively as Cougar held the Cougar boys to a 0-0, over- Cardinal backs were going to be very CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 time deadlock in Plainfield. Both match-ups were non-divisional games. So far this season, the now sixth- Cougar Pride ranked 16-0-1 Cougars, champions of the Union County Mountain Divi- This page is reserved for Cranford High School sports only. sion Conference and the only un- To make this weekly page a success, help beaten team in the county, have not is needed from the coaches, a stat person given up more than one goal per game. and/or a designated parent, who follows The Cougars remain the top-ranked any of the teams and wishes to contribute team in Group 3 and in the county. a to the point, factual account of the event. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Against the 10-5 Bulldogs, senior SHOOTOUT AT THE ALJ CORRAL…Pictured, left to right, Cougars Julianne Salerno, Natalie Englese, Taylor D’Antico, captain Pat Kaskiw scored off a re- Any good photos of the event may also be Sarah Dowzycki and Jen Folger psych up for the shootout. bound in front of the goal with four welcomed. minutes left in the first half to make it Please e-mail by Monday at noon to WALCH PLACES 4TH, D. McAULIFFE 2ND ON BEAM 1-0. Next, senior captain Pat Hartnett David B. Corbin, (Asst. Publisher/Sports Editor) scored his county-leading 17th goal [email protected] when he took a pass from Nick Pace (15 assists) and dribbled all the way Go Cougars! Cranford Cougars Place Third Probitas Verus Honos In UC Gymnastics Tournament The Family Law Department of

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By FRED LECOMTE ing hard to get our younger players up and today the strength came from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times meshed in and jelling with our se- the front line. The serving aces were Displaying a dominant offense, niors and the confidence and their just phenomenal. That started it and Meghan Bartsch, Kaitlyn Irwin and stat numbers are growing,” Cougar everything else came together.” Alexis Inselberg led an assault that Head Coach Lucy Diaz said. “The Grace Antonelli led the 10-12 Blue earned the Cranford High School girls seniors are coming back from a state Devils with seven digs. Danielle volleyball team a 25-11, 25-10 vic- championship title, so we try to get Cofone provided six digs and Emma tory over Westfield in Cranford on the younger ones to understand the Partridge notched four kills. October 23. pressures and the level of competi- “They have very good servers, they “Things are finally shaping up and tion that we are moving into. When made good contacts with it and we coming together. We have been work- things go right, confidence level goes could not get out of a funk. We tried to focus on us; we got our confidence PAPANDREA GETS 2 TDs, GREEN 1 TD back a little bit at the beginning of the second game and tried to make some things happen. We just could not put it together,” said Westfield Head Cougar Gridders Stop Coach Beverly Torok. Bartsch notched six kills and 10 ser- vice points with three aces. Kristen Rupp and Inselberg combined for 11 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Delaware Valley, 20-13 AMIDST A FLOCK OF CARDINALS…Cougar Connor DeMars, No. 10, muscles his way amidst a flock of Cardinals near kills. Irwin came up big with nine ser- the Plainfield goal area. The long trip to Alexandria in West sprinted for a 23-yard touchdown to vice points, three digs and four aces. Jersey turned out to be a beneficial tie the score in the second quarter. Del Emma Hansen added six service points, one for the Cranford High School Val regained the lead in the third quar- five aces and one block, and Katie football team on October 23. The ter when Pat LeFevre scampered 37 Knorr notched three kills, two blocks Soccer Cougars Silence Bulldogs, Tie Cardinals and two service aces. Sarah Barry con- Cougars, who have lost four straight yards for a touchdown, before CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 games since a 21-20 victory over the Papandrea slammed the door with his tributed four assists and three service North Plainfield Canucks at Memo- two touchdowns. points and Alex Bizub added three digs, keeper Boyer had no difficulty mak- “We were on the doorstep the en- bump in the road at any level. The rial Field in Cranford on September Cougar junior Sean Trotter carried one ace and one service point. ing his three saves. In the first half, tire match and in overtime. Connor boys should be proud of what they’ve 25, came home with a 20-13 victory six times for 48 yards, Tyrone Avent The Cougars struck early in Game the Cardinals took two direct kicks DeMars hit a beautiful free kick that done so far. We’re still unbeaten and over Delaware Valley. scooted 60 yards on 12 carries and JT 1 with effectively placed serves and a from about 40 yards out but one shot hit the crossbar,” Curci added. “Some- now we need to focus on clinching In last week’s loss to undefeated Vicci rushed 17 yards on three carries. passing attack that had the Blue Dev- was not even close as it sailed way off times this game comes down to a the top seed in the states and the Summit, the now 2-5 Cougars real- Junior linebackers Michael Klimek ils sitting on their heels. Inselberg, to Boyer’s left and the other was a matter of inches. Obviously, we’re county semifinal on Saturday [Octo- ized they could move the ball against and Vicci had seven tackles and six Bartsch and Irwin provided the of- slow fluffer straight at Boyer, who disappointed we didn’t win, but I’m ber 24]. It’s a great position to be in. a good defensive team using a varied tackles, respectively, while senior line- fensive weaponry. easily caught it. not disappointed in the effort. It’s At this point, I don’t think we could’ve combination of running plays. The backer Alex Bartley made five. De- “Our offense was energized from “We played very well today,” Cou- amazing to win 16 in a row without a asked for anything more.” Cougars refined their running attack fensive back Justin Van Ostenbridge the defense. Our back row passes and gar Head Coach Mike Curci said of Cranford clinched the top seed in against 3-3 Delaware Valley and used made seven tackles. Linebacker Will digs were on the money and when Plainfield. “It was one those road North Jersey Section 2, Group 3 with five running backs to amass 309 yards Green made four tackles, while line- you have great passes coming up to games where we just couldn’t buy a See photos of Sports: a win over Hillside, which was played on the ground on 52 carries. Quarter- backers Anthony DeSilva and Kasim the front, the offense plays off of that goal. We out-shot them 14-3, had a on www.goleader.com on October 30. back Joey Papandrea chewed up 96 Lewis had three tackles each. Line- energy,” said coach Diaz. few golden chances but couldn’t con- Dayton 0 0 0 yards on 18 carries and scored the man Bryan Fitzsimmons made three The Blue Devils grabbed a 3-0 lead vert. Plainfield’s defense did a great More UCT Gymnastics, Girls & Cranford 1 1 2 Boys Soccer on our website game’s final two touchdowns on re- tackles and Julian Campo had a fumble in Game 2. As the game rolled to its job in the air. Their keeper made a Cranford 0 0 0 0 0 spective runs of 16 yards and eight recovery and a tackle. midway point, and the Blue Devils couple of nice saves, it happens! I Plainfield 0 0 0 0 0 yards in the fourth quarter. The Cougars will host Governor playing a very balanced passing game, knew they would be tough. I saw Tyler Bender recovered a fumble Livingston tomorrow night, Friday, along with a good defense, Cougars them take Scotch Plains to a penalty to give Delaware Valley a 7-0 lead, October 30, at 7 p.m. Hansen’s and Irwin’s well-placed ser- kick shootout after a 2-2 tie Saturday Cranford Cougars Place Third vice aces resulted into a 11-point [October 17] in the county but Cougar Kendall Grier, who fin- Cranford 0 7 0 13 20 ished with 88 yards on 13 carries, Delaware Valley 0 7 6 0 13 push. Bartsch’s service ace concluded quarterfinals, so this result doesn’t the run and game. come as a big surprise. The intensity In UC Gymnastics Tourney “We tried to keep our confidence level was high. Both teams played up throughout the game and that was hard from start to finish. I thought this CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Cougar Snacks: one of our biggest goals. Maybe we was a good prep for our match with scores that they knew they were ca- Cougar sophomore Mary Kate did not finish as well as we wanted to. Union on Saturday night [Union pable of,” Raider Head Coach Lisa Walch placed fourth with an all- Cougars Rap Indians Lady Cougars Tame Game 2, we started out real strong, County Tournament semifinals].” Cerchio said. “Things seem to be around total of 35.725. Walch and we all were really set, got some hit The Cranford defense came up big pulling together for us right now.” teammate Vivian Altmann tied for In Girls Tennis, 5-0 Bulldogs in Soccer hits down and some kills. I think we once again, with Kaskiw, Eric Walano, The availability of the special spring fifth with Rodrigues on the balance The Cranford High School girls definitely have all the skills needed to Ryan Lopes and Rob Ghiretti shut- floor was also expected to help all beam with scores of 9.1. Walch also tennis team shut out Rahway, 5-0, on The Cranford High School girls beat other teams, it’s just more of a ting down the Cardinals offense. competitors increase their level of placed fifth in the vault with a 9.1 and October 21. soccer team pushed its winning streak mental difficulty that we have. We “We put Ray El-Khoury on their difficulty on the event. fifth on the uneven bars with an 8.85. to 11 game by dusting Jonathan Day- First singles: Maggie Brown d Emmilyne need more focus and determination,” top player, Kevin Veliz,” coach Curci “We wanted to help out all the The scores on the floor exercise Victor, 6-1, 6-3 ton, 7-0, in Springfield on October said team captain Jenelle Abbattista. said, “Ray did a great job of marking teams in our county to give everyone were indeed high with Cummings Second singles: Liz Berry d Nirali 20. Jen Folger and Mallory Niro each “Once we are down a little, it’s a real him. He did the same against Naranjo a fair chance of scoring higher,” coach taking first with a 9.4, followed by Sampat, 6-2, 6-4 tapped in two goals for the 12-1-1 big challenge to get our confidence of Elizabeth. Ray is big, strong, fast Bryan said. “My girls have worked Rodrigues at 9.375 and teammate Third singles: Marianna Dzunova d Cougars, while Taylor D’Antico, Armini Saahid Tann, 6-1, 6-0 back. It’s something we need to work and skilled and he has that focus and hard to solidify their floor routine Lindsay Ripperger also at 9.375. First doubles: Kristy Daubert and Col- Michelle Gargiulo and Julianne on and get past. Definitely, service is a high intensity it takes to get the job with their dance but adding the diffi- Fernandi placed fourth at 9.325, Blue leen Jones d Zaniah Brown and Pauline Salerno netted one goal apiece. problem for us. We need to move our done. Our defense did the rest.” culty that we are able to throw in with Devil Kelly Bohlinger placed fifth at Victor, 6-0, 6-0 feet up more but we need to work as a While Boyer kept things in check the spring floor.” 9.075 and Cougar Emily Grable took Second doubles: Lori Joseph and Tay- Cougar Netters Top lor Rattray d Kamaria Baysmore and team. When we mess up, we cannot on his side, the offense just could not Coach Cerchio was also looking sixth at 8.95. Amanda Cabrera, 6-0, 6-4 Solomon Schechter put our heads down,” said Gab Cerami. catch a break. forward to having her girls use the Properly performing a handspring special spring floor. mount to a double front tuck dismount, Lady Cougars Defeat The Cranford High School girls “My girls are very excited to use Cummings took first in the vaulting tennis team edged Solomon the spring floor. Everybody will be with a 9.5. Fernandi took second at Plainfield in Soccer Schlechter, 3-2, on October 20. Cougars Sting Blue Devils, 1-0, making their tumbling passes a little 9.275, Nicole Pietrapertosa (Union First singles: Jessica Bielski (S) d more difficult. We have been really The winning streak increased to 12 Catholic) placed third with a 9.175 Maggie Brown, 6-4, 6-1 fortunate this season even on the regu- and Raider freshman Alex Peluso, who games as the 13-1-1 Cranford High Second singles: Carley Rabner (S) d Liz In UC Soccer Semis Shootout School girls soccer team defeated Berry, 6-0, 6-4 lar floor that the girls have been up- took sixth all-around with a 35.125, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ping their scores,” she said. Plainfield, 6-0, in Cranford on Octo- Third singles: Marianna Dzunova (C) d placed fourth with a 9.15, while Samantha Jay, 6-2, 6-0 Cranford Cougar Head Coach ber 21. Natalie Englese booted in two corner kick. Robyn Knapp launched Linden’s Kelsey Maloney (fifth all- First doubles: Kristy Daubert and then D’Antico was successful to the Michele Charney Hulse and her team goals, while Sara Gugliucci, Sarah Rachel Halek (C) d Maomi Kramer and a corner kick into a mob in front of the around at 35.4) took sixth at 9.05. left once agains to give the Cougars were also looking forward to compet- Dowzycki, Sarah Muratore and Natasha Freeman, 6-2, 6-4 goalie, who was knocked down as the the victory. After Rodrigues, Cummings placed Second doubles: Lori Joseph and Tay- ing on the spring floor. second on the unevens with a 9.2, Julianne Salerno notched one goal lor Rattray (C) d Gabi Wolberger and ball rolled over the goal. The ruling “She is one of our most consistent apiece. Jen Folger had two assists. was that Grandal was knocked down “It always increases our level of followed by Ferdinandi at 9.1 and Donna Ra’anan-Lerner, 6-2, 6-1 and dependable players. Tonight, she difficulty. It also helps execution and by a charging Blue Devil, so there- truly made a statement,” coach Maloney at 8.875. ALJ’s Briana fore there was no goal. amplitude. It makes the jumps bigger. Briscese placed sixth at 8.75. Ripperger Michewicz said of D’Antico. It makes the leaps bigger. It makes “The ref said it was a push. I think “Usually, I don’t even look at the grabbed top honors on the balance the goalie was down before but, of everything bigger,” she said. “We treat beam with a 9.5, followed by Raider keeper before I take the shot. Men- this like any other meet. We compete course, I am going to say that,” coach tally, you never want to change where Lindsay Robinson and Cougar Schmidt said. “They make the calls, the way we practice. The girls know Danielle McAuliffe at 9.2. Blue Devil you are going to kick the ball. Whether what they need to do.” so you can’t be upset about it.” the goalie knows exactly where you Sara Shields placed fourth with a 9.15. In the penalty kick portion, are going, you just kick it as hard as Markowski slipped her shot into the you can, D’Antico said. “The pres- lower left netting. D’Antico answered sure with PKs is just unbelievable. with a shot into the upper left. Blue You don’t understand what it is like Devil Becca Kape buried her shot to until you step into that spot and kick the lower left and Cougar Natalie that ball, but I stepped into that with Englese ripped her shot into the up- the confidence that I was going to per left. Knapp’s shot, although make this. Our whole team has been tipped, was successful in the center working on this. When it came down then Brodie rejected Cougar Salerno’s to PKs, we said, ‘we got this!’” shot. Blue Devil Tina Landeka’s shot “It was back-and-forth. It was a bounced off the crossbar then Brodie good battle. I think we might have stopped Jen Folger’s attempt. Grandal had a couple more chances in the run David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ATHLETES OF THE WEEK…John Powasnik and Bridget Miller (not shown) stopped Sam Costello’s attempt then of play, but when it come down to both members of the cross-country team were named Cougar Athletes of the Cougar Sarah Dowzycki’s goal sent PKs (penalty kicks) it could be Week. Bridget placed third for the girls with a time of 19:50 at the Union County the contest into sudden death. Grandal anybody’s,” coach Schmidt said. “It’s Conference meet and John finished sixth for the boys with a time of 17:21. made the save on Markowski’s shot tough to go undefeated, so we move on from here. Now the girls know what it feels like to lose. How they handle losing really defines who you are as a team. We are still a very good team!” David B. 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He graduated attorney and member of the Homicide Donna Dolce (D) erhood of Electrical Workers, Local 102, YMCA’s Indian Guides youth programs. commissioner, and chairman of the Laws cum laude with a bachelor of arts degree Bureau and Sex Crimes Bureau. Professional Experience: Ms. Dolce is and is a traffic signal technician with the He is an active member of Holy Trinity and Licenses and Recreation Commit- from Rutgers University in 1984. Community Involvement: A 16-year the owner of Dolce Consulting, a non- International Municipal Signalman’s As- Parish, where he serves as both a Lector tees. Ms. Villaggio is a former member of Public Service: Mr. Bratti was ap- resident, Mr. Brennan coached his three profit consulting business. She retired as sociation. and Eucharistic Minister. the Garwood Zoning and Planning Boards pointed at the beginning of the year to fill children in the town’s recreation program chief executive officer of the Girl Scouts Education: He received a and is a former member of the Original a vacancy on the Scotch Plains Bachelor of Science Degree in GARWOOD Garwood Schools Facilities Committee. Township Council. He previ- Botany from Rutgers University, Borough Council Community Involvement: The candi- ously served on the environmen- Cook College, in 1985. He is a Keith Sluka (D) date has been a borough resident for 28 tal commission from 2003 to graduate of the elementary, jun- Professional Experience: Mr. Sluka is years. Ms. Villaggio is a trustee of the 2004 and on the planning board ior and high schools of the Scotch a senior loan officer and division man- Education Foundation of Garwood, a pa- from 2004 to 2008. Plains-Fanwood school system. ager with ISB Mortgage in Millburn. rishioner of the Roman Catholic Church Community Involvement: The Public Service: Following col- Education: He is a graduate of John Jay of St. Anne, and is a member of the candidate was a Cub Scout den lege, Mr. Szuch became a Peace College of the City University of New Garwood Democratic Club. leader from 2006 to 2007, and an Corps volunteer serving in York, from which he holds a Bachelor of Timothy Hak (R) assistant den leader in 2005. He Rwanda. As a volunteer, Mr. Science Degree in Criminal Justice. He Professional Experience: Mr. Hak has been a board member for Szuch worked directly with local graduated cum laude. manages a local holding company. He Youth Consultation Services, Inc. farmers and the Government Ag- Public Service: A Garwood resident was formerly owner and operator of the since 1994, serving as chairman Donna Dolce David Valian ricultural Service as a farmer ex- for 12 years, he has served as a Garwood Cranford-based Horan Lumber and Coal from 2006 to 2008. He was a Andy Skibitsky Bill Brennan tension agent to assist farmers in councilman for the past three years. He is Co., which served the community for board member for the Fighters’ improving crop yield. His ex- more than 50 years. Initiative for Support and Training for basketball and baseball. He is a pa- of Washington Rock Council and is the perience includes installation and Education: He attended Central (F.I.S.T.) from 2002 to 2009. rishioner at the Roman Catholic Church former director of the volunteer center maintenance of traffic systems and he Connecticut University and is a gradu- Theresa Mullen (D) of St. Helen’s, where he is a lector and and government grants for the United has worked on traffic signals through- ate of Cranford High School. Professional Experience: Ms. Mullen member of the Pastoral Council. Way of Essex and West Hudson. out Union County and North Jersey. Community Involvement: Mr. Hak is a lawyer in New Jersey since 1993 with First Ward Council (four years) Education: She holds a master's degree Community Involvement: Mr. was the former president and is the her own practice in Union County. She Sam Della Fera, Jr. (R) in human resources management from Szuch is the assistant cubmaster and current vice-president of the Garwood has been nominated as President-Elect of Professional Experience: Mr. Della Rutgers University; a master's of educa- camping coordinator of Scotch Plains- Lions Club. He is a member of the the Union County Bar Associa- tion from the University of Pittsburgh, Fanwood Cubscout Pack 4. Garwood Knights of Columbus and a tion and is co-chair of the County and a bachelor's degree from Bethany Robert Manduca (R) parishioner of the Roman Catholic Bar’s Civil Practice Committee. College in West Virginia. Professional Experience: Mr. Church of St. Anne. He volunteers his Education: Juris Doctorate Public Service: Ms. Dolce has been a Manduca is vice-president for Liberty time with the Garwood Little League, from Albany Law School in Fanwood councilwoman for the past six Information, a technology resources Travel Baseball, the Union County 1993; B.A., cum laude, Lehigh years and she currently chairs the Admin- company with offices in New York, Keith Sluka Kathy Villaggio Soccer Program and the Cub Scouts. University in 1989. istration and Finance Committee. She has Florida and San Francisco. Jim Matheson (R) Public Service: She was a can- also served as the liaison to the Environ- Education: He is an honors graduate of currently council president and serves on Professional Experience: Mr. Matheson didate for township council in mental Commission, Public Works Com- the College of New Jersey with a Bach- the Shared Services and Athletic Com- is employed by the State of New York. 2008. mittee, Recycling Association and Board elor of Science Degree in Economics and plex Committees, serves as fire commis- Education: Mr. Matheson earned an Community Involvement: Ms. of Education. a minor in Marketing. sioner, is the council liaison to the Cel- economics degree with a concentration in Mullen has been active in the Community Involvement: Ms. Dolce Public Service: He has co-chaired an ebrations Committee, and has served on accounting from the College of Staten local Democratic Party since is a member of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains annual fundraiser for unwed mothers, the Garwood Planning Board since 2005. Island. moving to Scotch Plains six years Sam Della Fera Janice Siegel Rotary, and was recognized as a Union helps stock a local food kitchen and pro- He was chairman of the Garwood Recre- Public Service: Mr. Matheson has six ago. She is a member of the County Woman of Excellence. ation Commission from 2004 to 2006. years of experience on the Garwood Board Scotch Plains Memorial Day Committee, Fera has been an attorney in private prac- David Valian (D) Community Involvement: Mr. Sluka of Education (BOE), including two as serves on the board of a counseling center tice for more than 16 years, first as an Professional Experience: Mr. coaches baseball and basketball. He vice-president. He has been the Garwood and has been nominated to the Board of associate and then partner with the law Valian is vice-president of sales, Petro was an Education Foundation of representative to the Clark BOE and the Paralegal Studies at Union County Col- firm of Gibbons, Del Deo in Newark from Plastics, a family-owned plastic ex- Garwood Trustee from 2004 to 2006. Garwood BOE’s Finance Committee lege. She assists her children’s basketball 1992 to 2004, and he is presently a partner trusion company in Garwood and He is a parishioner with with the Ro- chairman. and t-ball teams. with the firm of Trenk, DiPasquale, was employed by the New York Mer- man Catholic Church of St. Anne, where Community Involvement: He is scout- Webster, Della Fera and Sodono, P.C. in cantile Exchange and Smith Barney, he served on the Finance Committee, master with the Garwood Boy Scouts, a WESTFIELD West Orange. He represents business where he managed natural gas, heat- and is active with the Garwood Demo- basketball and soccer coach in the bor- Mayor entities in financial restructurings and ing oil and unleaded gas accounts. cratic Club. ough, and the treasurer and a coach with Andy Skibitsky (R) bankruptcy cases, as well as municipal Education: He holds a bachelor’s Kathleen Villaggio (D) the Garwood Little League. Professional Experience: He is a prod- and other public entities in various state degree from Rutgers University and Professional Experience: Ms. uct director for Intervet/Schering-Plough and federal court matters. is a Union County College and Lin- SCOTCH PLAINS Robert Manduca Villaggio has been employed for the Corporation. Education: He graduated in 1992 from den High School graduate. Michael Szuch County of Union for 32 years, currently Township Council Education: He graduated cum laude the Rutgers University School of Law – Public Service: Mr. Valian has serving as bureau chief of Data Pro- Dominick Bratti (R) with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Newark with honors, and graduated in served as a Fanwood councilman for three vides relief for mentally-challenged resi- cessing and Telecommunications. Professional Experience: Mr. Bratti is Marketing from Rider University. 1989 from Pennsylvania State University years and was a member of the Fanwood dents. Mr. Manduca is a former member Education: The candidate is a graduate a partner with the law firm of Wilentz, Public Service: Mr. Skibitsky has been with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Recreation Commission. of the New Jersey State Senate’s Tech- of St. Michael’s School in Cranford, Goldman and Spitzer. He is a former mayor of Westfield since June 2005, when Science and a minor in Business. Community Involvement: He has been nology Advisory Board. Mother Seton Regional High School in partner with Fox Rothschild LLP. he was appointed to fill a vacancy left by Public Service: In 2006, Mr. Della Fera a volunteer coach for football, basketball Community Involvement: Mr. Clark and Taylor Business Institute, and Education: In 1987, Mr. Bratti received Greg McDermott’s resignation. He was served on the Westfield Board of and baseball youth leagues for the past Manduca is a lifelong New Jersey resi- holds a certificate of public adminis- elected to a four-year post in Novem- Education’s Citizens’ Advisory Commit- four years. dent and has lived in Fanwood since 1990. tration from Kean University. ber 2005, after previously serving as tee on Enrollment, and since this year, has Public Service: Ms. Villaggio has Third Ward councilman, for which he served as a member of the Westfield Your Hometown Used Car Dealer served for nine years on the Garwood was elected in 2002. As a councilman, Historic Preservation Commission. Borough Council, for which she chairs he chaired the Public Safey and Public Community Involvement: The candi- the Finance Committee. She currently Works Committees. date is a parishioner of Holy Trinity Westfield serves on the Shared Services Com- Community Involvement: He is the Roman Catholic Church. For the past five mittee, is the council liaison to the current chairman of the Union County years, he has volunteered as a coach for Garwood Board of Education, the League of Municipalities. He is a pa- the Westfield Soccer Association’s in- “Experts In Special Order” mayor’s representative to the Union rishioner at the Roman Catholic Church town soccer program, and has been an County Community Development of St. Helen’s. He has been a wrestling assistant coach with the town’s baseball Need a special car? Revenue Sharing Committee, the coach with the Westfield PAL and has program. 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GOVERNOR Community Involvement: Born in the U.S. Environmental Protection delegate to the National Democratic Con- is a former chair of the Westfield High Education: Mr. Delaney graduated in Jon Corzine (D) Newark and raised in Livingston, he has Agency (EPA), and later, commissioner vention in1972, 1996 and 2000. School PTSO’s Community Service Fair 1986 from Fairfield University’s Dolan Professional Experience: Mr. Corzine lived in New Jersey his entire life. He now of the New Jersey Department of Envi- Community Involvement: Ms. and has been an active participant at School of Business with a Bachelor of began his career in banking and finance. resides in Mendham. He served as a board ronmental Protection (DEP). Weinberg has also been active in the Science degree in Marketing and In the early- and mid-1970s, he Community Involvement: a minor in Management Infor- worked for Midwestern banks (Con- Born in Orange, Mr. Daggett mation Systems. tinental-Illinois National Bank in spent his boyhood in Linwood, Community Involvement: He Chicago, Ill. and BancOhio National before moving to Bernards has served in the past as an assis- Bank in Columbus, Ohio) during Township. He serves on the tant coach for the Westfield Little and after his studies at the Univer- board of the Schumann Fund League, Westfield PAL flag foot- sity of Chicago Booth School of for New Jersey, established the ball, and most recently as an as- Business. Prior to entering politics, New Jersey Institute for School sistant coach of St. Helen’s CYO he served as chairman and co-chief Innovation, and was New Jer- Boys Basketball. He has also vol- executive officer of Goldman Sachs. sey co-chairman of the Re- unteered his time with Cub Scout Education: Mr. Corzine holds a gional Plan Association, a land Pack 673, as well as with various Master of Business Administration use planning organization. He activities benefiting Jefferson El- from the University of Chicago also served on the advisory David Haas Tom Delaney ementary School. He also volun- Booth School of Business. He Jon Corzine Loretta Weinberg board of the Mt. Sinai Chris Christie Kim Guadagno teers at the St. Mary’s Dinner recived his undergraduate degree Children’s Environmental Franklin Elementary School fairs. She is program, a soup kitchen located in from the University of Illinois at member for Health Center and as a past chair- a former member of the Board of Trustees Plainfield, which was co-founded by his Urbana-Champaign. Mendham’s Daytop Village, a residential man of his YMCA board during its ex- American Red Cross, Shelter Our Sisters, of Temple Emanu-El. in-laws. He also assists in other areas of Public Service: Mr. Corzine is serving treatment center for teenagers suffering pansion. the Bergen Family Center, AARP Teaneck Second Ward Council St. Mary’s parish, where his proficiency his first term as governor, for which he from alcohol and drug abuse. Chapter, New Jersey Network of Women Vicki Kimmins (R) in Spanish has proven to be valuable to was elected in 2005. He previously served Chris Daggett (I) LT. GOVERNOR Elected Officials, National Organization Education: Ms. Kimmins is a 1980 the community. five years in the United States Senate. Professional Experience: Mr. Daggett Loretta Weinberg (D) of Women Legislators and the National graduate of Pennsylvania State Univ. Fourth Ward Council Community Involvement: A former served three years as a public affairs con- Professional Experience: Ms. Council of Jewish Women. Public Service: She was first elected to Tom Bigosinski (D) Summit resident, Mr. Corzine resides in sultant before being named deputy chief Weinberg was the assistant administrator Kim Guadagno (R) the town council in 2005. She is the vice- Professional Experience: Mr. Hoboken. He has lived in New Jersey of staff for Governor Thomas H. Kean. of Bergen County from 1975 to 1985. Professional Experience: Ms. chair of the council’s Public Safety, Trans- Bigosinski has been a practicing attorney since 1975. He served in the United States After leaving public service in 1989, he Education: Ms. Weinberg graduated Guadagno began her career as a federal portation and Parking Committee. She is for the past 15 years, specializing in de- Marine Corps Reserve from 1969 until became a partner in William E. Simon from the University of California, Berke- prosecutor, starting out working in a member of the Code Review and Town fending employment-related lawsuits. 1975, attaining the rank of sergeant. and Sons, an investment firm in ley with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Brooklyn for the Organized Crime and Property Committee. She is the liaison to Education: He received his law degree Chris Christie (R) Morristown. He also works at J.M. Sorge, History. She has completed all course Racketeering Strike Force and later in the Historic Preservation Commission and from Seton Hall Law School and is a Professional Experience: Mr. Christie Inc., an environmental consulting firm, work for a Master of Public Administra- the United States Attorney’s office in liaison to the Communications Advisory graduate of Rutgers University. in a former partner in the Cranford-based helping cities and suburbs clean up and tion from Fairleigh Dickinson Univer- Newark. She also served as New Jersey Board. She is member to the Mayor’s Public Service: Mr. Bigosinski is serv- law firm., Dughi, Hewit and Palatucci. redevelop their polluted industrial sites. sity. assistant attorney general and deputy Land Use Task Force. ing his first term on council after being Education: Mr. Christie graduated from Education: The candidate earned a doc- Public Service: Ms. Weinberg has director of the Division of Criminal Jus- Community Involvement: Ms. Kimmins elected in 2005. He has served on the the University of Delaware with a torate in education at the University of served as a member of the New Jersey tice. Since 2003, Ms. Guadagno has been is a member of the Junior League of Public Works, Code Review and Trans- bachelor’s degree in political science and Massachusetts, and graduated from the Senate since 2005. Prior to that, she served teaching legal research and writing at Elizabeth-Plainfield and former member portation, Parking and Public Safety Com- from the Seton Hall University School of University of North Carolina and Ridge in the Assembly from 1992 to 2005. She Rutgers University Law School. of State Public Affairs Committee, which mittees. He is frequently engaged in is- Law in 1987. High School. serves as vice-chairwoman of both the Education: Ms. Guadagno graduated promotes legislation for the welfare of sues such as high school parking, improv- Public Service: Mr. Christie served as Public Service: Mr. Daggett worked Senate Health, Human Services and Se- from Ursinus College and American women and children; chairwoman of the ing traffic patterns in and around the United States Attorney for New Jersey on Senator Ray Bateman’s 1977 cam- nior Citizens and State Government Com- University Law School. Union County Republican Women; mem- schools, traffic calming, and improving from 2002 through 2008. He was elected paign for governor and later on Thomas mittees. She was elected to the Teaneck Public Service: In 2007, she became ber of the Westfield Historic Society and recreation options, including the mainte- a freeholder in Morris County, and served H. Kean’s campaign for governor. He Township Council in 1990, completing (continued next page) College Women’s Club; volunteer for the nance of parks and fields. Agape Soup Kitchen in Elizabeth; past Community Involvement: He served president of Children’s Specialized Hos- for three years on the Westfield Tree pital Twigs; second vice-president of the Preservation Commission, which has a Junior Women’s Club, and Westfield mission to enhance the quality of life by Schools PTO committee chairwoman. improving the community forest Third Ward Council through balancing the environmental, David Haas (D) aesthetic and economic needs of the Professional Experience: Mr. Haas is a community. professor of mathematics at Fairleigh Keith Loughlin (R) Dickinson University and director of op- Professional Experience: Mr. Loughlin tical interconnect development at a large works at the law firm Johnstone, Skok, electronics manufacturer. Loughlin and Lane in Westfield. He has Education: Mr. Haas has a doc- toral degree in optical electronics from the University of California. Public Service: Mr. Haas is serving his first, full four-year term on the council. He previously served on the council in 2003. Mr. Haas is vice-chairman of the council’s Finance Committee and serves on the Public Works Com- mittee. He previously served on the town’s board of adjustment for six years. Community Involvement: Mr. Tom Bigosinski Keith Loughlin Haas is a member of the Westfield Rotary Club, Friends of the Westfield Me- been policy director for state Assembly- morial Library and the Westfield Ice Hockey man Jon Bramnick (LD-21, Westfield). Association Board. Education: The candidate graduated Tom Delaney (R) from the University of Florida and Hofstra Professional Experience: Mr. Delaney University School of Law. has spent his entire 23-year career in the Public Service: Mr. Loughlin is a mem- banking and financial services industry, ber of the Westfield Library Board of the majority as an assistant vice-president Trustees. with JPMorgan Chase. His responsibili- Community Involvement: The candi- ties have included managing, budgeting date is active with the Westfield Y Men’s and mentoring a staff of 20-plus employ- Club, the Westfield Rotary Club, and as a ees in home lending operations. Pres- youth football coach in the Westfield ently, he is a self-employed financial plan- Police Athletic League.

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Want A Low Monthly Payment? Meet with a local Gold Services Manager or call 800-788-7338. Page B-10 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION (continued) Albert, a lawyer, is currently the first can University in Wash- the first female sheriff of Monmouth deputy county counsel of the County ington, D.C. County. Prior to that, of Union and is in private practice at Public Service: She is the candidate served as an elected mem- Goodman and Albert in Cranford. serving her third term in ber of the Monmouth Beach Township Education: Mr. Albert graduated the General Assembly rep- Commission from 2005 to 2007, and from the University of Pennsylvania resenting the 22nd Legis- served on the Monmouth Beach Plan- Law School in 1985 and Rutgers lative District where she is ning Board. University in 1982. vice-chairwoman of the Frank Esposito (I) Public Service: Mr. Albert was a Transportationand Public Professional Experience: Mr. member of the Cranford Township Works Committee and is a Esposito is interim dean for the Col- Committee from 1993 to 1995, serv- member of the Health and lege of Education at Kean University. ing as mayor in 1995. He is the Senior Services Commit- He has served as dean of the graduate Jon Bramnick Nancy Munoz chairman of the Cranford Democratic tee and the Tourism and Bo Vastine Martin Marks Jerry Green Linda Stender college, vice-president for academic Committee and previously served on Gaming Committee. affairs and was interim president. He has sumer Affairs Committee and Public the borough’s planning board. She served on the Fanwood Borough been with the university since 1970. Safety Committee. He is also chairman of Community Involvement: Mr. Albert Council, was the mayor of Fanwood, a degree in Biology, received his dental de- degree from Southern Methodist Univer- Education: He holds a doctorate de- the Republican Policy Committee and a has served on a variety of local boards, Union County freeholder and an Assem- gree from the University of Medicine and sity and a Bachelor of Science Degree in gree in American history from Rutgers member of the Statehouse Commission. including the Cranford Housing Board, bly deputy speaker. She entered public Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) in 1988, Finance from Fordham University. University. He served on the Plainfield City Council Cranford baseball and softball leagues, service in 1977, and has served on mul- and was awarded a Certificate in Endodon- Public Service: Mr. LaCorte was re- Public Service: Mr. Esposito served from 1984 to 1991. Clean Communities Committee and the tiple municipal, county and state boards. tics from the Department of Veterans Af- elected to another five-year term as surro- as special assistant and advisor to the Family Background: A Westield resi- United Way. Jerry Green (D) fairs Medical Center of Manhattan. gate in November 2004. His office helps New Jersey Commissioner of Educa- dent, Mr. Bramnick grew up in Plainfield Bruce Bergen (D) Professional Experience: For 30-plus Public Service: The candidate served residents on issues involving estates, tion, and helped the commissioner de- and graduated from Plainfield High Professional Experience: Mr. Bergen years, Mr. Green has been a self-em- as mayor of Scotch Plains from 2000 guardianships or related matters of loved velop and write the state’s Charter School School. His parents owned Lazaar’s Sta- is an attorney with Krevsky, Silber and ployed businessman and consultant. He through 2008. He previously ran for state ones who have died, become incapaci- Program Act of 1995. tioners, their family business in Plainfield, Bergen in Cranford. He is serving his previously worked for a retail food chain. Senate in 2003, and for Congress last tated or need direction from the court. for over 50 years. He resides in Westfield 14th year as attorney for the Township of Public Service: Mr. Green is in his year. Community Involvement: He conducts, with his wife, Patricia Brentano. They Springfield. ninth term in the Assembly. He is Assem- Community Involvement: Mr. Marks on average, 60 speaking engagements ev- Assembly District 21 have two children, Brent and Abigail. Education: Mr. Bergen earned his law bly Deputy Speaker, chairs the Housing has served on the Scotch Plains Planning ery year to various organizations in the Jon Bramnick (R) Brent is an assistant prosecutor in Union degree from Seton Hall School of Law and Local Government Committee and is Board and the Environmental Commis- county. The various topics include, pro- Professional Experience: Mr. Bramnick County and Abigail is an artist with a in1980 and Bachelor of Arts Degree in on the Health and Senior Services Com- sion. bate of wills and estates, the need for a is the founder of the New Jersey law firm degree from the Rhode Island School of Psychology and Sociology from Case mittee and the Joint Committee on Hous- William “Bo” Vastine (R) Power of Attorney, both medical and per- of Bramnick, Rodriguez, Mitterhoff, Design. Western Reserve University in 1977. He ing Affordability. Professional Experience: A finance in- sonal, the possible fraudulent attempt on Grabas and Woodruff in Scotch Plains. Nancy Munoz (R) is a 1973 graduate of Cranford High He was a Union County freeholder dustry professional, Mr. Vastine is director the elderly with respect to sales of estate Education: Mr. Bramnick received his Professional Experience: Mrs. Munoz School. In 2005, he was awarded a Diplo- from 1982 to 1984 and 1989 to 1991 and of sales at Advanced Financial Applica- planning and the need for professional law degree in 1978 from the Hofstra Uni- has worked as a surgical intensive nurse mate in Local Government Law by chairman in 1990. He served on the county tions (AFA), which provides fi- versity School of Law. He graduated Phi at Yale-New Haven Hospital and as a Rutgers University and the New Jersey planning board, Parks and Recreation nancial industry software to money Beta Kappa, magna cum laude with hon- nurse in Massachusetts General Hospital, Institute of Local Government Attorneys. Committee and Human Services and Eco- managers and hedge funds for the ors in political science from the Maxwell the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Public Service: In addition to serving nomic Development Committees. He was purpose of trading and managing School of Political Science at Syracuse Overlook Hospital, and has worked as a as Springfield’s attorney, Mr. Bergen pre- on the Adolescent Substance Abuse Pro- assets. University in 1975. risk care manager for Continental Insur- viously served as attorney to the gram, the Private Industry Council and Community Involvement: Public Service: Mr. Bramnick is serv- ance Health Care. township’s board of health and rent level- Union County Utilities Authority. He is Prior to moving to Scotch Plains, ing his third term in the New Jersey Gen- Education: Mrs. Munoz holds a Master ing board. an honorary member of the Union County Mr. Vastine was assistant chair- eral Assembly representing District 21, of Science Degree in Nursing from Hunter Community Involvement: Mr. Bergen Police Chiefs Association. man of the Plainfield Republi- which includes 16 towns in Essex, Mor- College and Bacelor of Science in nurs- is a longtime member and twice was Community Involvement: Mr. Green can City Committee. He spent ris, Somerset and Union Counties. Mr. ing from Skidmore College. president of the Cranford Rotary Club. is on the Advisory Committee for Valley most of his life in Texas, where Bramnick was elected Republican Whip Public Service: The candidate was ap- He served for years as the president of the National Bank in Wayne and sits on the his mother has worked for the two years ago and currently serves as the pointed this spring by the Republican Com- Union County Legal Services Corp. and Business Partnership of Somerset Texas House of Representatives ranking Republican on the Assembly Con- mittee in Distruct 21 to complete the term is active with the Central Jersey Legal County’s board of directors. He has served for 35 years. His father worked Jim LaCorte Art Zapolski of her late husband, Dr. Eric Services (combined from Union, Mercer with the Salvation Army, and partici- in the United States Attorney’s Munoz, and won the June Pri- and Middlesex counties). pated in numerous fundraising drives to office in Houston under President George mary contest to run in the General cure cancer and organizations dealing H.W. Bush and in the Justice Department services when preparing legal documents. Election. She serves on the As- with diseases that affect families. He has in Washington, D.C. He conducts self-proving seminars for sembly and Health and Senior Assembly District 22 served as the honorary WalkAmerica groups and organizations to make sure Services and Human Services Linda Stender (D) chairman for the Northern Jersey Chapter County Surrogate their current wills are valid and self prov- Committees. Professional Experience: Mrs. Stender of the March of Dimes, as well as its James LaCorte (D) ing. His office assisted over 4,467 clients, Community Involvement: is a full-time legislator. She previously Finance Committee and was membership Professional Experience: Mr. LaCorte and received over 10,000 calls from the Mrs. Munoz served as a PTA/ served as the foundation director and vol- chairman. was a practicing attorney in Elizabeth for public for information and assistance in PTO president at three schools in unteer coordinator at Runnells Special- Martin Marks (R) 25 years prior to assuming office. A sig- 2009. Summit, including Summit High ized Hospital. Professional Experience: Mr. Marks nificant portion of his former private prac- Arthur Zapolski (R) School. Education: Mrs. Stender received a is an endodontist. tice was devoted to probate law and re- Professional Experience: Mr. Zapolski Norman Albert (D) Bachelor of Arts Degree in Interdiscipli- Education: Mr. Marks graduated from lated matters. is a Union County resident with a solo law Norman Albert Bruce Bergen Professional Experience: Mr. nary Communications from The Ameri- Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science Education: The candidate holds a law practice in Linden for the last 10 years. He entered the Air Force as a lawyer and spent five years on active duty and 25 PLACE YOUR FRESH “GRAND CHAMPION” years in the Air Force Reserves. Mr. Edward J. Hobbie Zapolski recently retired from the Air Force Reserves as a colonel. He practiced TURKEY ORDER EARLY! ATTORNEY AT LAW law in Texas between 1984 and 1989. Education: The candidate attended Man- Named by New Jersey Montlhly Magazine hattan College, graduating in 1974 with a Charlie from Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Litera- ture. 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Equal Housing Opportunity. Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating representations of the developer. For correct representations, make reference to the offering plan which will be furnished by a developer to a buyer or lessee. All dimensions are approximate, and all floor plans and developments are subject to change. BROKERS Not an offer where prohibited by state statutes. This offering is made only by the prospectus for the condominium and no statement should be relied upon if not made in the WELCOME prospectus. Prices, plans and specifications are subject to change without notice. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page B-11 Education: The candidate has a Bach- County Freeholder elor of Arts Degree in English from Al Mirabella (D) Rutgers University. Professional Experience: Mr. Community Involvement: Born and Mirabella is an assistant vice-presi- raised in Plainfield, Ms. Thompson is dent for the Chubb Group of Insurance actively involved with the Union County Companies. and New Jersey Women’s Political Cau- Education: Mr. Mirabella holds a cus and the Plainfield Cultural and Heri- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics tage Commission. from Hobart College in Geneva, N.Y. Karen Gielen (I) Public Service: He is chairman of the Anthony Sytko Nicole Cole Hope Thompson Deborah Dowe Karen Gielen Mohamed Jalloh Deborah Scanlon Al Mirabella No informaton was provided. Union County Board of Chosen Free- Deborah Dowe (I, for Plf. Mayor) holders. First elected in 1997, he is Co. as a business analyst for GIT- Studying journalism and urban devel- serving his fourth term on the board, and Communications with a minor in Afri- which is looking to implement eco- Nicole Cole (R) AMSSO’s Americas IT Service Center. opment at Rutgers, she was the first woman his third term as chairman. He was first can-American Studies from Syracuse Uni- friendly technologies to the municipal Professional Experience: Ms. Cole is She was with NBC Sports as production to win the Blumberg prize in Philosophy. elected to the Roselle Park Borough Coun- versity. The candidate attended the New- buildings. He is also spearheading a joint an attorney in Cranford. associate and studio/field engineer for She developed “Existing Resources,”a cil in 1991, and served until 1996. He was ark Boys Choir School and Saint effort among governmental entities to Education: She received her law de- NFL Football, NCAA Basketball, WCT strategy for innovation ranging from council president in 1994 and 1995. Elizabeth’s Middle School in Linden be- purchase solar panels for use on govern- gree from The Catholic University of Tennis, PGA Golf, the 1980 Olympics in school gardens to Negro League involve- Community Involvement: Mr. fore graduating from Roselle Catholic ment buildings, thereby reducing energy America, Columbus School of Law in Moscow, the 1988 Olympics in Korea, ment in the Fourth of July parade. Mirabella has served as chairman of the High School. usage and saving taxpayer dollars. Washington D.C., and is a graduate of the and for such shows as “Saturday Night As public information officer for the county’s 9/11 Memorial Committee. In Public Service: He served as the director Community Involvement: In his spare University of Nebraska. Live” and the “Today Show.” O’Keefe administration, she was instru- 2003, he led efforts to provide benefits of the Tenth Leadership Institute at Syra- time, Mr. Sytko is an amateur genealo- Public Service: Ms. Cole previously handled mental in Plainfield being declared a Bi- and compensation to county workers cuse, was a student representative to the gist, having traced his ancestry on his public policy for the State Legislature. PUBLIC NOTICE Centennial All-American City. She was called to active military duty. In 2007, he Syracuse University Quality Council, and mother’s side back to the 1500s. He is Community Involvement: The candi- appointed to the Board of the New Jersey was awarded the Alan Augustine Award was a founding member of the African also an avid hockey player. date recently moved to Fanwood. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Math and Science Coalition. from Union County’s Prevention Links. American Male Congress Honors Society. Hope A. Thompson (I) NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- He has been honored by Community At Rutgers, he became a member of the PUBLIC NOTICE Professional Experience: The candi- ing of the Township Council of the Town- Access Unlimited for the disabled. Student Bar Association, served as the stu- date is employed by Colgate-Palmolive, ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council Deborah Scanlon (D) TOWN OF WESTFIELD Chambers in the Municipal Building of dent representative on the Curriculum Com- BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Public Service: Mrs. Scanlon was mittee, and was a member of the Associa- PUBLIC NOTICE said Township on Tuesday, October 27, Dear President Barack Obama, The Board of Adjustment of the Town of 2009 there was introduced, read for the elected to the freeholder board in 1997, tion of Black Law Students and the Asso- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS and is in her fourth term on the board. In Westfield, New Jersey will meet on No- first time, and passed on such first read- Please Stop Spending ciation of Latin American Students. ing, the following ordinance: 2003, she was freeholder chairwoman. vember 9, 2009 in the Council Chambers NOTICE is hereby given that at a meet- Community Involvement: A Union at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad ing of the Township Council of the Town- Our Money. Mrs. Scanlon is a former member of the County native, now living in Roselle, Mr. AN ORDINANCE APPROPRI- Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. ship of Scotch Plains, held in the Council ATING THE SUM OF Union Township Board of Education, Jalloh is an advocate for education, hav- to hear and consider the following appeal Chambers in the Municipal Building of where she served as finance chairwoman, $182,000,00 FROM THE NEW ing served as an undergraduate teaching for use (d) and/or bulk (c) variance(s) from said Township on Tuesday, October 27, JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF Dear Congress, liaison to the Union County School Boards assistant while at Syracuse. He volun- the requirements of the Westfield Land 2009 there was introduced, read for the TRANSPORTATION IN CON- Please Stop Spending Association and representative to the teers as a member of the Board of Educa- Use Ordinance. first time, and passed on such first read- NECTION WITH THE Union Township Committee. tion for Saint Joseph the Carpenter Middle E.J.S.N., 208 Lenox Avenue, Appli- ing, the following ordinance: PROJECT KNOWN AS Our Money. Community Involvement: A lifelong School in Roselle, and he is a volunteer cant seeks permission to place a perpen- AN ORDINANCE PERMIT- “JERUSALEM ROAD, SEC- resident of Union County, Mrs. Scanlon youth mentor in public speaking and dicular (blade) sign 36 inches x24 inches TING GAMES OF CHANCE ON TION 2, MILLING & TOP was born and raised in Summit and moved drama for the NAACP ACT-SO program. to project 42 inches from the building in SUNDAY, APRIL 11, 2010 IN COURSE PAVING Dear Legislators, to Union in 1983. She has served on the Anthony Sytko (R) addition to the sign at the main public THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Purpose: The sum of $182,000.00 is Please Stop Spending Union County Shade Tree committee since Professional Experience: Mr. Sytko is entrance contrary to sections 16.04E and PLAINS hereby appropriated from the New Jersey 2006. The committee offers free trees to 16.03C2 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- Department of Transportation Trust Fund Our Money. an attorney with his own solo firm, An- nance allows one sign at the main en- Purpose: To allow any charitable orga- schools and sponsors the “Young Writers thony Sytko, LLC. He specializes in wills nization to conduct games of chance (raffle) Grant for the purpose of Roadway im- trance. Proposed is a sign at the main provements for Jerusalem Road, Section of Union County” poetry contest for sixth- and estate planning, as well as personal entrance and a sign projecting outward on Sunday. April 11, 2010 provided steps , seventh- and eighth-grade students. She are taken to secure a license to hold, 2, Milling & Top Course Paving. Said con- Dear Governor Jon Corzine, bankruptcy. from the building wall. Ordinance requires tract known as “Jerusalem Road (Sec.2). has served as liaison to Runnells Special- signs to be placed flat against the wall. operate and conduct said game. Education: He earned his law degree A public hearing for same will be held on A public hearing for same will be held on Please Stop Spending ized Hospital and has served on advisory from Seton Hall University School of Proposed is a sign perpendicular to the Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 8:00 wall. Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. Our Money. boards for hospice and home healthcare, Law in May 2008, and is licensed to in the Council Chambers of the Municipal p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Mu- juvenile justice and voter accessibility. practice law in the State of New Jersey. E.J.S.N., 212 Lenox Avenue, Appli- Building, or any time and place to which a nicipal Building, or any time and place to Mohamed Jalloh (D) Public Service: Mr. Sytko was elected cant seeks permission to place a perpen- meeting for the further consideration of which a meeting for the further consider- Professional Experience: Mr. Jalloh is to the Garwood Borough Council in No- dicular (blade) sign 36 inches x 24 inches such ordinance shall from time to time be ation of such ordinance shall from time to Dear Freeholders, an attorney and serves as an assistant vember 2007. Since that time, he has to project 42 inches from the building in adjourned, and all persons interested will time be adjourned, and all persons inter- Please Stop Spending county counsel for the County of Union, served as liaison to the Union County Air addition to the sign at the main public be given an opportunity to be heard con- ested will be given an opportunity to be entrance contrary to sections 16.04E & cerning such ordinance. heard concerning such ordinance. Our Money. where he deals primarily with contracts, Traffic and Noise Advisory Board and A copy of same may be obtained from tort litigation and government regulations. 16.03C2 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- A copy of same may be obtained from the county Transportation Advisory Coun- nance allows one sign at the main en- the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park the office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park by Horace Corbin, Publisher He is an adjunct faculty member at Kean cil. He also sits on the Laws and Licenses trance. Proposed is a sign at the main Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- University, where he teaches negotiation, Committee and Finance Committee, entrance and a sign projecting outward tween the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. tween the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. debate, citizenship and public speaking. where he has participated in the creation from the building wall. Ordinance requires Monday through Friday by any member of Monday through Friday by any member of On behalf of the citizens of Education: Mr. Jalloh earned his Juris of the municipal budgets for the last two signs to be placed flat against the wall. the general public who wants a copy of the general public who wants a copy of The United States of America Doctor Degree from Rutgers University years. As chairman of the Buildings and Proposed is a sign perpendicular to the same without cost. same without cost. Law School – Newark. He earned a Bach- Grounds Committee, he has overseen the wall. BARBARA RIEPE BARBARA RIEPE Township Clerk Township Clerk elor of Science Degree in Rhetoric and creation of the municipal Green Team, Karen & Richard Furst, 777 Lenape 1 T - 10/29/09, The Times Fee: $38.76 Trail, Applicant seeks permission to con- 1 T - 10/29/09, The Times Fee: $33.15 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE struct a pool house and storage shed contrary to Sections 12.04F1, 12.04G and BOROUGH OF FANWOOD BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 13.01D of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF nance allows a maximum coverage by The Family Law Department of ORDINANCE 09-17-R ORDINANCE 09-15-R buildings of 15% or 4,000 square feet. AND PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC HEARING Proposed is 11.88% or 4,211 square feet. Ordinance allows a maximum all improve- An ordinance was introduced by the Dughi & Hewit Presents An ordinance was introduced by the ment coverage of 30% or 8,000 square Mayor and Council of the Borough of Mayor and Council of the Borough of feet. Proposed is 32.89% or 11,657 square Fanwood on October 13, 2009. Copies of Fanwood on October 13, 2009. Copies of feet. Ordinance allows a maximum area of this ordinance can be obtained without this ordinance can be obtained without accessory structures of 750 square feet. cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Proposed is 930 square feet (pool house Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, and shed) and 970 square feet (with bilco Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours doors.). of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Friday. Variances, waivers or exceptions from This ordinance authorizes the leasing of This ordinance amends Chapter 118-20 certain site plan details or relief from re- a portion of Borough property with restric- of the Fanwood Borough Code relating to quirements may be sought as appropri- tions. dogs running at large. ate. This ordinance is scheduled for public This ordinance is scheduled for public Plans and application are on file in the hearing and adoption on November 10, hearing and adoption on November 10, office of the Town Engineer, 959 North 2009, at 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough 2009, at 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, may be seen Monday through Friday from New Jersey. New Jersey. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eleanor McGovern Eleanor McGovern Kathleen A. 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I especially sessed home of $184,600. We have kept video interview, conducted by The Leader, tices. We will use our resources to pre- want to thank my family for their love and the tax increase so low by keeping mu- on my website vent burglaries rather than driving shop- support. nicipal expenses and budgeted items in New Jersey Governor www.brennanformayor.net. pers from our downtown. As a former Westfield residents have an important check. For nine years, it’s been my highest Economic Recovery Act. Because we I am running for mayor because I know prosecutor and our municipal court judge, decision to make this Election Day. Over I lead a group that sought to maintain honor to serve you in the Senate, and as acted quickly, we’re poised to recover I can make a difference. I will be more I will make our streets safe for our chil- these last few months, I’ve tried to make the character of our neighborhoods and Governor of our great state. from this global recession sooner, and than a ceremonial mayor. Our town is at dren from speeding vehicles and our cross- that decision easier by outlining my ac- retain home values. The recommenda- There are no shortcuts, and it will take stronger, than other states. And, I worked a critical stage, and we need to start run- walks safe for pedestrians. complishments and future plans. tions made by the Land Use Task Force time for New Jersey – and our nation – to with President Barack Obama to bring ning Westfield in a more business-like I will build consensus instead of parti- Although Westfield was certainly a and included within the town’s master get our economy back on track. It’ll take New Jersey over $17 billion in federal manner. Many believe Westfield is living san bickering. Party politics should have desirable town when I first took office in plan tackled these concerns head on. the know-how to take the right steps, and recovery funds. off our past reputation and that we are no place in Westfield. There is no Demo- 2006, it’s an even better town in 2009. All of these accomplishments have been the determination to make hard choices – Though we’ve cut the budget, I’ve losing ground to neighboring towns. Taxes cratic v. Republican way to fill a pothole. I’ve implemented a more streamline gov- done by bringing people and ideas to- even when they’re unpopular. That’s what committed more money to property tax keep going up, and services keep going The only way to get things done is not to ernment, along with many infrastructure gether, and implementing real solutions this election is all about, and I’m proud of relief – nearly $7 billion – than any other down. Our downtown is hurting, our play- worry about who gets the credit. improvements while holding the line on that matter. I’d like to continue this work the strides we’ve made in making New governor. ing fields need improvement and our roads I will work hard for you. I will be there the town budget. These include: safer for Westfield, but I need your vote. Jersey more progressive and prosperous. I’ve also honored our seniors, increas- need paving. when you need me. If you provide me residential and school roads; new syn- I would not ask for your vote unless I We’ve added 100,000 children to ing eligibility for the Senior Freeze, pre- Westfield is a great town, but we can do with the honor of serving this great town, thetic turf fields; a new community pool was confident that we are on the right path FamilyCare and made this the second serving Homestead Rebates for all se- better. I have a plan. Unlike the present I will do so proudly, humbly and with complex, paid for by pool members; new for the residents of Westfield. Please come state to offer universal coverage for chil- niors, and expanding home energy and mayor, I will attend budget meetings and tireless energy. and expanded parking; “AAA” rating from out and vote on November 3. It would be dren. I increased education spending by nutrition assistance for the elderly. review every line item in the budget. We Thank you for your consideration. Standard & Poor’s; enhanced communi- an honor to serve you and the Town of $1.8 billion, reformed the way we fund This election is about values. It’s about will do more with less. I will open all schools and added more than 5,000 chil- nurturing our children, honoring our se- Bill Brennan cation, including office hours, an Instant Westfield for another four years. budget and committee meetings to the Westfield Mayoral Candidate Alert System, enhanced website and a dren to preschool because I believe that niors, protecting the most vulnerable, and public. Our town will no longer operate in Andy Skibitsky every child has a right to attend world- creating a better world for your grandkids, better TV36. Since 2006, departmental Westfield Mayoral Candidate operating budgets have increased by only class schools. And it’s working: achieve- and mine. $60,000. This has resulted in a minimal ment gaps between minority and white Let’s continue the important work we Janice Siegel (D) for students are rapidly closing, and our stu- began nine years ago. Working together, Sam Della Fera, Jr. (R) for dents lead the nation in math and reading no dream is beyond our grasp. Council Ward 1, Westfield scores. Jon Corzine I made us the first state to pass an New Jersey Governor During the past six months, I discussed tive; and high school student volunteerism Council Ward 1, Westfield these goals with First Ward residents: in local charitable organizations. Dear First Ward Residents, opposing interests, and have helped them Provide tax relief while preserving and Starting over two years ago, I chaired a Westfield is a great place to live be- to amicably resolve their disputes. Hav- Bo Vastine (R) for enhancing qualities that make Westfield citizens committee to seek establishment cause of the active involvement of its ing also represented municipal entities, I the special town it is; improve pedestrian of an environmental commission com- residents in its neighborhoods, schools am familiar with their operations and am safety; greater emphasis on home secu- prised of local volunteers with environ- and athletic programs. Having coached sensitive to their needs. I will use that State Assembly, Dist. 22 rity; bolster downtown; change parking mental experience. Most recently, out of and participated in community groups, I experience and those skills to achieve To the Residents of New Jersey: spent in New Jersey. Whether it’s the cost rules, signage and methods of enforce- concern for children’s safety, my candi- now have the desire, opportunity and consensus and produce results on the town As many of you know, my running of education, taxes or others...there is a ment, and make progress on the environ- dacy has supported the community’s quest skills necessary to maintain and improve council. mate, Martin Marks, and I have been out quantifiable cost of corruption in our state. ment, including an energy audit to save for reconsideration of the location to place the quality of life in our town as a council In town, I was a member of the knocking on doors throughout the 22nd When we consider that corruption takes resources and money. a crosswalk at Highland and Sinclair. member. Westfield Board of Education’s 2006 District for over six months now. We the form of “pay to play,” “no-bid con- We can achieve all these goals by work- I am a lawyer with a history of public My wife, Sheryl, and I moved to Citizen’s Advisory Committee on En- have had many conversations with resi- tracts,” “kick backs” or even something ing together! To better work together, we interest work, including environmental Westfield in 1996, and have greatly en- rollment, I am a current member of the dents about a number of topics that relate that seems harmless such as “conflicts of need a government, which discusses these work at the U.S. Department of Justice, joyed raising our two children, Stephen, Westfield Historic Preservation Commis- to the 22nd District and the state as a interest”...these practices add to our bot- issues in the open, allowing residents to standing up for victims of the Exxon now in Roosevelt Intermediate School, sion, and for the past several years have whole. One issue that seems to be recur- tom line. know what is being considered and to Valdez oil spill as a private practitioner, and Samantha, now in Franklin Elemen- been a coach and assistant coach with ring is the “cost of corruption.” I believe that if we close loopholes provide their valuable information, helping women, on a pro bono basis, gain tary School, in such a safe, active and Westfield’s in-town soccer and baseball Our state faces many challenges...taxes, regarding “pay to play,” if we eliminate thoughts and expertise. I am part of a team equal credit opportunities, and serving on nurturing community. programs. jobs, education, healthcare and transpor- no-bid contracts, if we severely punish pledged to this open approach. professional and community organiza- Professionally, I am with the law firm With your help, I will work to curb tation to name a few. But one issue, which those who have clearly broken the law My experience can help us reach our tion boards. of Trenk, DiPasquale, Webster, Della Fera municipal spending, make our streets safer affects all of the above issues, probably and if we eliminate the conflicts of inter- goals. While raising my sons and manag- If you cast your ballot for me on No- and Sodono, P.C. in West Orange, work- and improve road conditions. I invite you more than can be imagined, is the issue of est, the savings to the taxpayers will be ing my husband’s Westfield medical prac- vember 3, you can count on an open, ing primarily on financial restructuring to learn more about me on my website, corruption. How many of us remember enormous and measurable. The only way tice, I volunteered to accomplish impor- reflective and responsive advocate to rep- matters. For the past 17 years, I have www.samforcouncil.com, or to contact the image of 40-plus politicians being led for us to do this is to have people in tant objectives: greater pedestrian safety resent you. counseled individuals and organizations me via e-mail at away in handcuffs? How many of us Trenton who are not career-politicians measures on East Broad Street; down- recall that this was not the first time we intent on maintaining the status quo. That Janice Siegel facing economic challenges. I have helped [email protected]. Please town business participation in Children’s Westfield Ward 1 Council Candidate them to reduce costs, eliminate waste and support me with your vote on November have seen this scene play out in the papers is why we are running — to make New Art Month when it was a parents’ initia- find creative and cost-effective solutions 3. Thank you. and on the nightly news? Why is it that we Jersey affordable again! I hope we can to problems. I have participated in count- can’t seem to get beyond this “culture of count on your support. Sam Della Fera, Jr. corruption?” David Haas (D) for less negotiations between parties with Westfield Ward 1Council Candidate William “Bo” Vastine Corruption affects every dollar that is Assembly Candidate, District 22 Westfield Council Ward 3 Tom Delaney (R) for Thank you Third Ward residents for homes because of property taxes. For my Martin Marks (R) Candidate for the past four years of support and for family, one of the best things about mov- providing me with water and shelter from ing to Westfield 17 years ago was our new Ward 3, Westfield Council the rain and cold as I walked door to door. neighbors, Rusty and Bill Elcome. They Dear Friends and Neighbors, tion. Luckily, the state rescinded this tax. State Assembly, LD-22 Westfield is a great town. But we need had lived in Westfield for 50 years and As Election Day approaches I would In my opinion, not only is this partisan Dear Voters, a 33-year high 9.8 percent unemploy- continual improvement. I have worked became “Uncle Bill” and “Aunt Rusty” to like to thank all the residents of the third politics but fiscally irresponsible. When Regardless of how we feel about former ment rate—the highest in the region. hard to insure that improvement. On the our children. I want a community where ward for sharing with me the issues facing it mattered, my opponent held the inter- President Ronald Reagan, we must ac- New Jersey has indeed become finance committee, I helped reduce the our seniors can afford to stay so other our town. The next four years will not be ests of Trenton and Elizabeth over knowledge that, in the presidential debate unaffordable for most, and in addition to town’s workforce by 10 percent, saving families can find their “Uncle Bill” and easy for Westfield and it will be more Westfield. of 1980, he asked the threshold question businesses, our residents are fleeing the nearly $1 million. I objected to having “Aunt Rusty.” important than ever to ensure that the My opponent also feels that Mayor that is certainly relevant here in New state as well. part-time employees in the pension sys- The finance committee recently de- right people will be representing our in- Skibitsky does not provide the proper Jersey today. He asked, “Are you better Our salvation will not come overnight, tem and advocated for competitive bid- bated replacing two parking officers. terests in town government. Let’s look at leadership to the mayor’s office. I want to off today than you were four years ago?” but it will certainly never come if we ding of professional service contracts. Those meetings should be open so that the my opponent’s record. make it clear that I am a supporter of Our long-time incumbents in the NJ continue to send the same tax and spend- The town joined the Sustainable New public can participate. An environmental It is important to point out that my Mayor Skibitsky and look forward to Assembly Linda Stender and Jerry Green ers back to Trenton. Our new representa- Jersey program after which two Republi- commission made up of resident experts opponent, co-chair of the finance policy lending my 23 years of financial experi- might admit that our state is in financial tives must move toward the following: can councilmembers publicly praised my would help sort through energy audits, committee, did not support or vote for the ence to him. crisis. However, Mrs. Stender will no Convene a constitutional convention bipartisan work on the environment. The alternative fuels, hybrid vehicles, and solar budget that led to the town’s S&P AAA When elected in November, I promise doubt blame our problems on a “global to finally address our over-reliance on railroad whistles will shortly stop. South panels, to reduce our energy costs. rating. In essence, he voted down the to be a non-partisan advocate for the third recession,” while Mr. Green won’t hesi- property taxes. Avenue is getting a facelift. Central Av- Much has been done, and there’s more budget he helped create. Stating the Town ward. Traffic safety, implementation of tate to blame George Bush for our woes. Reduce the burdensome taxes and over- enue is getting an upgrade that will inte- to do. I ask you to re-elect me to town of Westfield shouldn’t be involved in an energy audit, sound fiscal budgeting, What Assemblywoman Stender and As- regulation that have caused businesses grate the Jefferson community and re- council so that I can continue this work. state law, my opponent failed to vote for and Sustainable Jersey Certification will semblyman Green will not acknowledge and jobs to leave New Jersey. duce traffic on the Boulevard and Sum- Thank you again. the resolution against the state tax (7 all be top priorities on my agenda. is their records in Trenton—ones that Eliminate county government, which mit. Dave Haas percent) on parking meters, pay stations, I ask for your support on November 3. have rubber-stamped a relentless barrage is rife with redundancy, patronage and We need to continue that improve- Westfield Ward 3 Council Candidate and recreational facilities that would have Thank you once again. of new and increased taxes—have di- nepotism. ment. Many people nearing retirement burdened Westfield and sent hundreds of Sincerely, rectly lead to New Jersey being on the Close the loopholes and crack down on realize they can’t afford to stay in their thousands of your dollars to Trenton. Tom Delaney brink of bankruptcy. Since the Democrats the continued political corruption that Many municipalities, Republican and Westfield Ward 3 Council Candidate took control of state government earlier costs taxpayers millions. Tom Bigosinski (R), Candidate for Democratic alike, supported this resolu- this decade, Stender and Green have voted Friends and neighbors, even if in the to increase our taxes by $6.4 and $8.6 remote possibility that you consider your- Keith Loughlin (R) Candidate for billion, respectively. There can be no self better off than four years ago, you Ward 4, Westfield Council question that this reckless approach to cannot deny that our Garden State cer- It’s sad but true. As with past elections, North Scotch Plains, Hyslip, Codding, taxes and associated spending has caused tainly is not. My running mate, Bo Vastine, the local Republican Party intends to drop Dorian, and Willow Grove (almost 100 Westfield Council, Ward 4 (amongst other things) the following: and I are the change in representation leaflets on Fourth Ward doorsteps the percent funded by state grants), in addi- Dear Westfield Residents, tions of roads that require immediate at- New Jersey continues to have the high- necessary for our state to bring itself back Sunday before Election Day containing tion to more crossing guards and traffic- I have had the pleasure of speaking tention and by teaming up with neighbor- est property taxes in the nation. Our state from the brink of insolvency and thrive distorted half-truths about me. The leaf- calming measures. with many of you as I walked through our ing towns to submit a joint proposal for debt has tripled. The hostile tax climate once again. lets will be distributed two days before I have organized neighborhood meet- fourth ward neighborhoods since early road paving. has caused businesses and their associ- Martin Marks you vote – as opposed to weeks earlier – ings on quality-of-life issues such as break- spring. Through these conversations, I Further, I will work with the Board of ated jobs to flee the state and has given us Assembly Candidate, District 22 because they lack truth, and I’ll lack time ins, high-school parking, and combating listened to your ideas and observed the Education and the Westfield Armory to to respond. speeding on residential streets. I fought community spirit of Westfield. provide off-street parking at Westfield I hope the GOP avoids littering your hard to prevent the rise in local taxes, I learned from the McKinley, Tamaques High School for a fair and final resolution yard this Sunday with fables about how I which is why I’ve opposed every munici- and Jefferson school communities that for residents and students. love taxes, rainy days, and cold weather. pal tax increase while offering specific controlling municipal spending, improv- Finally, I will lead efforts to encourage LAWRENCE A. WOODRUFF Here’s the truth: I care deeply about examples for controlling spending and ing our roads, preserving our parks, sup- more shoppers and diners to frequent our Westfield. My wife and I love raising our raising revenue. porting green technologies and keeping downtown through special events and Attorney children here. In four years as council- As the only Fourth Ward candidate Westfield a great place to live are issues promotions to reduce vacancies. man, I have not missed even one of the who is raising children, owns a home, or of greatest importance to the fourth ward. As always, if you have any questions, nearly 200 council meetings because my pays property taxes, I care about the same I have a plan to improve our town that need more information, or want to show N.J. Divorce Mediator goals have always been to work hard, issues you do, and I am invested in the I will implement as your councilman. your support in an orange T-shirt, please help the community and solve pressing success of our schools, downtown, and I will control spending without under- visit my website at keithloughlin.com. Fourth Ward issues. property values. I understand what needs mining our town’s tradition of excellence. I am motivated, involved and work in Specifically, I have focused on envi- to be done to keep Westfield a great For example, as a member of the Westfield our town all-day and every day. I have ronmentally-friendly initiatives (such as destination for families and businesses. I Library board, I assisted in saving campaigned hard to earn your support. I the recently-passed “anti-idling” ordi- am proud to serve you and ask for your Westfield taxpayers over $38,000 by re- will work even harder as your council- Divorce & Mediation nance), pedestrian/biking safety, and park- continued support. turning excess library funds to the town. man. ing solutions. In the past four years, we Thomas Bigosinski I will continue these efforts as your I ask for your vote on November 3. Estate Planning & Probate have seen the paving of West Broad, Candidate Westfield Council Ward 4 councilman. Sincerely, My plan also includes increasing the General Practice Keith Loughlin NOVEMBER 2009 Events at the Westfield Memorial Library number of roads paved each year. This is Westfield Ward 4 Council Candidate accomplished by “spot-paving” those sec- 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org 201 South Avenue E. Closed November 11 for Veterans Day James LaCorte (D) for Library Hours: Mon - Thurs 9:30 am - 9 pm Westfield Friday and Saturday 9:30 am - 5 pm Sunday 1 - 5 pm Union County Surrogate 654-8885 Dear Resident, I also authored the Surrogate’s response PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS My name is James LaCorte. For the and recommendations as to how to best 11/4 10:00 am Computer Class: Advanced Microsoft Word past 10 years, I have had the honor of proceed in times of catastrophic disaster serving the residents of Union County as when many lives are lost due to a single Eve. & Sat. Appointments 11/4 7:00 pm Salsa is Nuyorican-Music & Dance Program the County Surrogate. event. This report was prepared in light of 11/5 7:00 pm Fee-lancing, or Creative Ways to Earn Money Following in the footsteps of such a the circumstances that existed after the highly regarded predecessor as the late events of September 11. Affected fami- 11/6 1:30 pm TGIF! Richard Rodgers (video) Ann Conti, I knew that my task would be lies can now proceed with the probate a formidable one. With that as one of my process in as orderly and expeditious Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. 11/10 7:00 pm Computer Class: Homework 911 (for parents) motivating forces, I decided to continue manner in the face of great tragedy and with the high quality service that Ann subsequent strain on the Surrogates Court “25 Years Experience” 11/12 10:00 am Computer Class: Internet Shopping Resources (Int’med) had instituted in the office itself with a system. My report was adopted as policy Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer few technological improvements and by all 21 New Jersey County Surrogates 11/12 7:00 pm Cheese Tasting and Cheese Talk by Shop Rite expand several areas that Ann certainly sitting at the time of its preparation. 11/13 1:30 pm TGIF! Doris Day (video) would have had if she had had the time to Professionally, I have been awarded FAMILY LAW do so. the William J. McCloud Award for my 11/18 7:00 pm Breast Health Program by Overlook Hospital Toward that end, early in my term, I efforts to protect the young, the elderly began night hours in four communities; and the disabled during their time within · Divorce · Domestic Violence 11/20 1:30 pm TGIF! Classic Movie Week: “Calamity Jane” Cranford, Rahway, Union and Summit. the Surrogate Court’s system. Nineteen · Custody · Child Support This allows residents to conduct business former Union County Bar Association 11/21 2:00 pm Food for Life - Healthy Eating Program with the Surrogate’s Court after hours Past Presidents of both political parties 11/24 2 & 6:30 pm Foreign Film: Tulpan (Russia) 100 minutes without the necessity of coming to Eliza- have endorsed my candidacy for re-elec- beth or taking valuable time off from tion. · DWI · Criminal Defense PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS work. Since the program’s inception, ap- I feel that I have extended my best 11/2, 9, 16 10:00 am Toddler Time (Babies & toddles up to 3 yrs) proximately 1,000 residents have been efforts on behalf of the residents of Union · Business Disputes Commercial Litigation served in this manner. This allows for an County in my time as Surrogate. I pledge Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor 11/3 & 10 1:30 pm PreSchool Storytime (3½ to 5 yrs) easier method to manage the probate pro- to you that I will continue those efforts cess during a difficult time. and strive to improve my offices services 11/4 10:00 am PreSchool Storytime (3½ to 5 yrs) My 25 years of legal experience ac- and my personal commitments to the resi- quired prior to becoming Surrogate have dents of Union County. Above all, I will 11/4 7:00 pm Scavenger Hunt at the Library (grades 2, 3, 4) allowed me to conduct numerous semi- continue the practice of treating families (908) 232-8787 11/6 & 13 10:00 am Tots’ Storytime (2½ to 3½ years) nars throughout the county advising our with respect, understanding and compas- residents of how important is to have sion in a difficult time for them. I ask for 11/6 & 13 3:45 pm Big Kids’ Storytime (elementary school age) certain documents in their legal portfolio. your support on November 3. 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 11/22 1:30 or Book Buddies - Grades 1 - 3 can read with a teen. Since assuming office in 2000, I have James LaCorte conducted approximately 30 each year or Candidate for Surrogate [email protected] richardjkaplow.com 3:00 pm Call Youth Services Desk to register. 300 total at no cost to the taxpayers. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 29, 2009 Page B-13 Election Campaign 2009

Dominick Bratti (R) for Dear Voters Alexander Mirabella (D) Candidate Scotch Plains Council For Union County Freeholder I would like to thank the residents of council seat of Mayor Nancy Malool. Dear Union County Resident, transit rides a year. We are hard at work Scotch Plans for allowing me to serve on From the start, I considered the appoint- Dolce (D) and Valian (D) for My name is Alexander Mirabella, and on a shared-services initiative with local the township council for the past 11 ment a chance to see if we could make I am the chairman of the Union County government to save tax dollars, and we’ve months. We knew going into January local government better by making deci- Fanwood Borough Council Freeholder Board. I am a lifelong Union realized cost savings through contractual 2009 that this was going to be a difficult sions based purely upon what we be- County resident, and I live in Fanwood agreements and employee benefit reforms. budget year and that we would have to lieved to be right for the residents of We want to thank our fellow funding. And we raised over $2 million with my wife, Phyllis, and our two chil- I am proud to be part of a team that has make tough choices. What we didn’t Scotch Plains and not upon whether it Fanwoodians for their trust and support new dollars through grants or other fund- dren, Alex and Micayla. I am proud to be a plan and provides clear leadership know, however, was that within a few might result in fewer votes in the next by electing us to serve as members of the ing sources to improve our community part of the Column A Democratic team through these challenging times. A seat months, our township manager would election. From the positive feedback I Fanwood Council for the past three years. without placing a burden on our resi- that continues to deliver for Union on the freeholder board means taking resign, and we would be forced to simul- have received, I consider this experiment We believe that we have earned your dents. County’s families in this difficult envi- charge and meeting the challenges of a taneously hire temporary consultants, to have been a success. I thank you for the support for another three-year term Fanwood residents expect a transpar- ronment. very complex world, especially when search for a new manager and introduce a support and encouragement you have through our proven leadership and the ent government; we provided that through We’ve focused our efforts on helping people are looking to us for help. fiscally responsible budget, which would given me, and I would appreciate your significant accomplishments achieved numerous open meetings, town hall fo- more than 100,000 residents in the past You’ve likely read a very different cut costs while preserving the level of continued support on November 3. during our past term. rums and a first-ever non-partisan Budget two years who have received jobs assis- vision from our opponents, whose state township services. With any luck, this will not only allow We consistently strive to maintain a Advisory Task Group, which provided tance through our One Stop network. We and federal leadership opposed accepting I was glad that my experience as a labor me to continue to help us make the right quality level of service at a reasonable insight and recommendations so we could worked with President Barack Obama to stimulus funds and have called for an end and employment attorney allowed me to choices for Scotch Plains, but also send a cost. We supported the growth and devel- continue our efforts to make Fanwood a obtain more than $23 million in stimulus to the preservation of open space and play a productive role in tackling these message to elected officials at all levels opment of new revenue streams and en- more efficient and effective community. funds to create jobs and rebuild our infra- more. On Tuesday, November 3, we need issues. In the end, with the support of the that this is how we want our representa- sured that the quality of life and public We continue to invite every resident, in- structure. We are helping our children to keep moving forward, and I ask that residents, we were able to accomplish tives to act. safety within our community was never cluding our opponents, to share their ideas, build their future with affordable educa- you please vote for Democratic leader- everything we set out to do, and I am Thank you, compromised. thoughts and recommendations on how tion at our Vo-Tech schools and Union ship on Column A in Union County. better for having had the experience. During our tenure, we realized the we can do an even better job to ensure County College. Thank you! Dominick Bratti completion of five new commercial or Fanwood remains a “great place to put As you know, I took office to fill the Scotch Plains Council Candidate For seniors in need, we provide meals Sincerely, mixed-use buildings that grace our down- down roots.” on wheels, and more than 200,000 para- town and generated more than $2 million To learn more about what we have Alexander Mirabella Theresa Mullen (D) for in new ratables and provided more jobs done, please visit our website at Freeholder Chairman and support for our existing businesses. www.fanwooddems.com and vote for We expanded our recreation programs to Dolce and Valian for proven leadership Anthony Sytko (R) for Scotch Plains Council serve the young and old alike, while gen- on Tuesday, November 3. Running as the Democratic candidate most impossible burden on many. Some erating revenue and reducing the cost to Donna Dolce for township council has been a truly will need to get loans, an even more taxpayers. Roads and sidewalks were Union County Freeholder David Valian Hello Readers, they tell me that they feel the county rewarding experience this year. Should I difficult task in these times. Others may made safer by utilizing available grant Candidates for Fanwood Council be elected, I will do everything in my be forced out of business. Many represent My name is Anthony Sytko, and I’m doesn’t care about them anymore. My power to decrease spending, stabilize the older segment of our population — running for Union County freeholder. I responsibility as an elected official is first taxes and still keep Scotch Plains a beau- residents who have lived and/or operated Szuch (R) and Manduca (R) for am a councilman from Garwood, where and foremost to respond to your con- tiful place to live. businesses in this town for years and now I’ve lived for 25 years. I’m an attorney cerns. And over the last year that I’ve I will not hesitate to make the tough may have to relocate because they can no with my own practice focusing on estate been running, I’ve heard one thing over decisions and will question every dollar longer afford to stay. Fanwood Borough Council planning. I’m running for freeholder be- and over again: taxes are too high. They’re that is spent. We need to keep Scotch The net effect of these policies has Thank you for taking the time to read while the budget has a large surplus and to cause I’ve seen what one-party rule has looking for someone to blame. Plains affordable, so our cherished se- been the most troubling. These policies up on the issues facing Fanwood and the reduce our police force where their emer- done to our county: a 77 percent tax Well folks, the answer is clear. You niors and loyal business owners are not cannot and should not be allowed to con- choice of candidates for borough council. gency-response rate and neighborhood increase in the last nine years, $115 mil- have a choice this year. You can continue forced to leave town. tinue. We are running again this year because patrols could be affected. lion in new taxes and no voice for thou- to support a monolithic, one-party rule, Unfortunately, the results of the tax- I pledge to use all of my present and there is still an imbalance on the council, Fanwood is a friendly community sands of residents. I’m running because which cares more about padding their and-spend policies of the Republican past professional experience, which in- which does not provide sufficient delib- where neighbors come together for ac- the current freeholders no longer feel own pension than keeping you in your administration have increased the bur- cludes managing my own business and eration and debate on the challenges fac- tivities such as the Fanwood Seniors Club accountable to you. And when politicians home. Or you can support candidates dens on our residents and local busi- overseeing budgets in my service as trea- ing Fanwood. If we are elected, the coun- and a variety of youth programs we have stop listening to their constituents, the who will be your mouthpiece in Eliza- ness owners. It is these tax-and-spend surer on various boards, in order to help cil representation would be three Repub- in town. But in recent years, the political people lose control. beth. On November 3, I strongly urge you policies which led to the creation of Scotch Plains through these tough eco- licans and three Democrats, ensuring that discourse has changed from a civil ex- I listen to my constituents. I listened to to support Nicole Cole and me for county the sewer utility this year — yet an- nomic times. We need to make every proposals are examined in full. change of ideas to personal attacks and them when I was the only no vote on this freeholder, and give a new voice for Union other tax imposed on an already over- effort so that those wishing to stay in this We have made our positions known in distortions. year’s municipal budget because the tax County. Because it all boils down to the taxed community. For business own- community can remain and enjoy the recent editions of The Scotch Plains- Quite frankly, it puts us, and our fellow increase was irresponsible. I listen to them simple question: are you better off than ers and not-for-profits, some numbers great opportunities Scotch Plains has to Fanwood Times and the candidates’ de- Fanwood Republicans, in a position of when they tell me they, literally, cannot you were three years ago? are astounding — in the thousands of offer. bate last week. Our theme is to preserve “why bother to oppose a well-financed afford to stay in New Jersey because it’s too expensive. And I listen to them when Anthony Sytko dollars. Theresa Mullen the small-town atmosphere of Fanwood political assault?” The answer is simple – Freeholder Candidate The time frame within which to pay Scotch Plains Council Candidate while facing the significant financial chal- this is our town, too, and we will stand up these bills is also astounding and an al- lenges of providing public services and for a vibrant democracy rather than ac- Deborah Scanlon (D) Candidate for holding taxes to what our residents can quiesce to a one-party town like so many Hak (R) and Matheson (R), Candidates afford. communities in Hudson, Essex and Union We have not attacked our opponents or counties. Union County Freeholder distorted their positions. But we have We want your vote – for a better Dear Union County Resident, from development; we rebuilt the Trailside for Garwood Borough Council been critical of the council’s decisions to Fanwood. My name is Deborah Scanlon, and I am Museum into a state-of-the-art facility Dear Garwood Neighbors, selves are you better off now than you borrow $1.9 million to purchase a con- Michael Szuch a Union County Freeholder running for that enriches the education of children We are proud to have the opportunity were four years ago or even eight years taminated piece of property, to raise our Robert Manduca office on the Column A Democratic team. countywide; we established the Kids Rec- to offer ourselves for your consideration ago. Stop and think, just what has this taxes by 20 percent over the last two years Candidates for Fanwood Council I was born and raised in Union County, reation Trust Fund to help ensure that to serve on the Garwood Borough Coun- administration brought to the town. The and my roots are here. I have a wonderful children in every community can enjoy cil. You should know that you are all more streetscape was conceived and initiated; husband, three children and six grand- healthy activities, and we recently an- than just neighbors and friends, that your during Republican administrations: the Sluka (D) and Villaggio (D) for children. I know what it’s like to care for nounced support for a new Child Advo- concerns will be our concerns and your last new fire truck and equipment pur- an elderly parent as well as for a small cacy Center that will enable the problems our problems. These are very chase monies were due to the assistance child. By vocation I am a paralegal, spe- prosecutor’s office to better serve chil- serious times for all of us as our futures from our Republican legislators, both state Garwood Borough Council cializing in family law. My avocation is dren who desperately need help. I’m very and that of our children and grandchildren and federal. Dear Residents of Garwood, Leaf Raking Programs, and added a new community service. I have counseled proud that my perspective as a parent, a will depend on the decisions that we make What have the incumbents done for the As the campaign season comes to an handicap-accessible bus. women traumatized by domestic violence; working mother and a legal professional today. It is imperative that those decisions town? Promised a recreation/senior cen- end, we wish to thank you for taking the Residents asked for a new recreation I was involved in the PTO and school has contributed to this board’s ability to be made with the best interests of all of the ter for the last 10 years and not delivered, time to speak with us. center, and we will soon be breaking board of Union Township; and I orga- deliver the kinds of services that mean a residents in mind and not be guided by increased the borough’s debt by bonding We both have lived in Garwood for ground on the new complex. We have nized a neighborhood civic association. great deal to the quality of life in Union outside influences. for “limited life” equipment and allowed many years, chose to raise our families worked tirelessly to obtain 75 percent of These experiences inspired me to seek County. With your support, my Column Garwood is a town we can all be proud the RVSA to go along mostly unchecked here, and have contributed to Garwood’s the estimated cost through various grants service on the Board of Chosen Freehold- A colleagues and I will continue to de- to call home; it is a wonderful place to for years. These issues all represent your progress over the past decade. Looking and funding thus far. ers. Here, I have the privilege of helping liver more progress to the people of Union raise a family, but this has not happened tax dollars wasted. forward, we must promote new develop- Commuters have asked for additional to strengthen Union County families and County. by accident. Our town has a history of We are all too aware that the financial ment and ways to help stabilize our prop- train stops at our station, and we were able communities. Working together, the Deborah Scanlon having over the years offered to her resi- burden of state mandates and the taxes erty taxes. We have adopted a new master to form a partnership with NJ Transit and Democratic freeholder board has pre- dents all of the same services and oppor- levied on us by the county are making it plan, which will guide our development other governmental agencies in keeping served more than 300 acres of open space Freeholder Candidate tunities that our neighboring communi- difficult for everyone, seniors and young well into the future. This plan is a direct with our master plan. We are proud to ties, which are twice our size and even families alike. We ask for your support on result of hard work and our residents’ announce that beginning November 8, Nicole Cole (R) for larger offer their residents; in some in- Election Day because you are our number valuable input. new weekday and weekend stops will be stances, we have exceeded them. one priority. Our accomplishments over the years added. Don’t be fooled into thinking that the Sincerely, can be attributed to working hand-in- On November 3, we ask for your sup- Union County Freeholder current administration has been respon- Tim Hak and Jim Matheson hand with all citizens of the borough. You port to continue to contribute to the suc- Hello Neighbors, is one issue concerning some citizens; sible for all the good things that the bor- Candidates for Garwood Council have asked for more open government; cess of our great borough. We truly care I’m Nicole Cole of Fanwood, and I’m however, it is not an issue solely for ough has to offer but rather ask your- we’ve added more public comment peri- about the needs of our residents, and seeking your vote for Union County Free- golfers. Most residents complain about ods at council meetings. We’ve met with through our leadership and experience, holder. I’m a local attorney with a back- the way it was done – the sound of bull- you on the budget and posted it on our we look forward to years of progress to ground in public policy and experience dozers putting us on notice of a deal Nancy Munoz (R) for website for all to see. come. Sincerely, with the New Jersey Legislature. I’m also brokered behind closed doors. Golfer or Our seniors have requested more ser- Keith Sluka and Kathleen Villaggio a fresh face who wants to give a voice to not, it’s another example of a lack of a State Assembly, District 21 vices, and in the last three years, we’ve Candidates for Garwood Council the underrepresented citizens of this representation and the hubris that is the implemented the Handyman and Senior New Jersey’s families are struggling to children. county. We deserve an explanation of current freeholder board. make ends meet, and Trenton’s leader- Like you, I am concerned with drunk why our taxes are increasing, yet our I will listen to your concerns on the ship continues to spend our tax dollars on drivers and the safety of our roadways. I Art Zapolski (R) for services are getting cut. Are we actually issues and bring them to light in our programs we simply cannot afford. I am am proud to sponsor Ricci’s Law – A- benefiting from a 77 percent tax increase public forums. I will provide answers to troubled that our retirees and more and 3073 — legislation that revises ignition Union County Surrogate over the past nine years? your questions and push you to use your more New Jerseyans are leaving our state interlock device requirements for certain I’m running to end the status quo and First Amendment right. I will not silence for a more affordable place to live. drunk driving offenders. I would like to introduce myself. I am with all types of people across the board the one-party rule that has governed our those to whom I am accountable. I believe that we can make our state Competition for a consumer’s busi- Art Zapolski, and I am running for Union to solve problems. I worked in the Texas county for the last 15 years. If I am I need your help to challenge the status affordable by finding savings through the ness is what drives our economy and County surrogate as a Republican. My House of Representatives for a Democrat elected, your voice will be heard. I will quo. Please vote for a new voice for elimination of inefficient programs rather should apply to health care. As a regis- wife and I have lived and worked in from Dallas coordinating his legislative challenge the arrogance that surrounds Union County on November 3. Vote than the imposition of new or higher tered nurse, I know the importance and Linden since 1992, and we have been package. I am also active in the commu- our freeholder board and ensure that you Nicole Cole and Anthony Sytko to be taxes. urgency to make health coverage more married for 26 years. nity. I am a member of the Union County are represented fairly and with integrity. your next Union County freeholders. I will continue to fight against those affordable. I will work to remove the The surrogate’s office touches every- College Paralegal Studies Program Advi- I will say no to the political patronage hires. I will shine a light on the nepotism. Nicole Cole who believe tax and borrow are the an- border barriers that prevent us from pur- one, which is both a judge and a court sory Committee, and I am a former presi- Freeholder Candidate swers to balancing the state budget. I chasing health insurance that better suits clerk. Job one for me will be the direct dent of Linden Rotary Club. The closing of Oak Ridge Golf Course advocate for common-sense solutions that our needs, from another state. handing of your family member’s estate. I understand the importance of con- would require that only recurring rev- I care deeply about the people of Dis- This requires compassion and sensitivity tinuing to educate our residents about the Mohamed Jalloh (D) for enues be used to balance the budget, that trict 21 – and so I ask for your support so to the needs of our residents during one of vital need of having a will. One of my any new state borrowing be submitted for that we can continue to work together the most stressful times in their lives. priorities as surrogate will be to expand Union County Freeholder approval by voters, and requiring a two- building solutions to the common prob- I believe I am well suited for this task. the court’s outreach to our neighbors. thirds vote by the State Legislature in lems we face in order to pass on a safer, For the last 30 years, I have been a lawyer I will work hard for you by drawing on Dear Union County Resident, our society. It was then I decided that I order to increase taxes. stronger and more affordable New Jersey working in private practice and in gov- my experience and provide a fresh new My name is Mohamed Jalloh, and I am would like to serve our community to I am proud to sponsor the Jessica to our children and grandchildren. ernment. I also come from outside of the voice for Union County. running for Union County freeholder on ensure that our laws support, and our current administration. Column A. I am a native of Union County, services go to people in need. Lunsford Act – A-1719 — and I will fight Nancy Muñoz Art Zapolski for the passage of this legislation, which For the past 10 years, I have had a Candidate for County Surrogate raised in Roselle. I am a graduate of I am also an adjunct faculty member at Summit neighborhood law practice in Linden. I Roselle Catholic, Syracuse University, Kean University and a youth mentor. One of will keep sexual predators off the streets State Assembly Candidate, Dist. 21 and away from our children and grand- am also a former Roselle Park public and Rutgers Law School in Newark. I my chief priorities will be to make sure young defender. This past March, I retired from Reading is Good currently serve as assistant county coun- people are safe, educated and engaged. the Air Force Reserves as a colonel. I sel for the County of Union, where I I believe my life experiences helped Jon Bramnick (R) for have a Masters of Law Degree and taught for you! handle legal matters relative to the day- me develop a clear understanding and a law course as an adjunct college profes- to-day operations of the county. ability to relate to all residents of Union State Assembly, District 21 sor. It was instilled in me, by my family and County. I believe I can do a lot to help One of my strengths is that I can work goleader.com/subscribe through my Catholic school background, make Union County the premiere place to Dear Voters, nel. The detection of political corruption that we all have a responsibility to use our live in the State of New Jersey, and am Since 2003, I have served as the assem- requires significant resources if the state talents for the betterment of society. As excited to be running on a ticket with blyman representing District 21 in the is to root out and destroy “economic preda- such, I have always sought to find ways to individuals who don’t just talk about what State Legislature. In asking for your sup- tors.” give back to the community in every they will do, but have a track record of port, I pledge to continue working to We also learned that unannounced per- MEDICAL MASSAGE endeavor that I have undertaken. After real results. I humbly ask for your support make state government more effective, formance audits of local county and state law school, instead of working for a firm, and my colleagues on Column A. open and accessible. entities do not exist. We clearly need an I began working for legal services. There One of the most essential roles for any “Economic SWAT team” to root out Jason Wang is a professional Mohamed Jalloh I had the privilege of providing a voice for Freeholder Candidate legislator is to listen to citizens’ concerns waste. in Oriental and Medical those who find themselves voiceless in and draw on their insight. Over the past Small-business persons had grave con- year, the policy committee, which I chair, cerns about government’s lack of sensi- Massage with 15 years convened public hearings, and the infor- tivity towards their needs. Government experience. Vicki Kimmins for mation we received will be used to intro- has imposed so many filing fees, taxes, duce the “2010 New Jersey Government and regulations that entrepreneurs are A specialist at treating lower Westfield Town Council Ward 2 Reorganization Act.” being crushed by new government rules. back and Sciatica pain. Experts and average citizens testified We learned of progressive ways to Westfield is a wonderful place to live, I have always tried to consider the in Trenton on New Jersey’s environment, improve the environment through educa- work and visit. I realize how blessed we perspective of my constituents and fellow business climate, political corruption and tion and tax incentives and will include If you have tried everything for are to live in a community where we feel Westfielders during the decision-making small-business concerns. Owners of shore the concepts in the new act. your lower back pain (especially safe, our children receive an excellent process. I hope you have recognized my businesses, Crazy Eddie’s cousin, Sam Our committee members are from all education, we have a thriving downtown actions to be educated, fair and thought- Antar, Michael Riccards, executive di- parts of our state, and we agreed on one Sciatica Pain) but still have and our community comes together to ful. rector of the Hall Institute of public policy theme: New Jersey State Government pain, come see me. help those in need. I do not take this election for granted research, and even “Mike the Builder” must win back the confidence of its citi- Over the last four years, I have had the despite a lack of an opponent. I hope over contributed to this project. zens. We have opened the process and pleasure and honor to represent the 2nd the years of representing you, that I have On the corruption front, testimony re- will continue until we get it right. Please call Jason Wang for an appointment Ward, my childhood neighborhood as earned your vote on November 3. I truly well as where I have raised my own look forward to serving you for the next vealed that New Jersey state law enforce- Jon Bramnick ment should be provided more resources children. It is rewarding to be able to give four years. Westfield 37 Elm Street back to the town that has meant so much for white-collar crime investigations with State Assembly Candidate, Dist. 21 Vicki Kimmins trained forensic law enforcement person- Westfield, NJ 07090 to my family and me. For Westfield Town Council Dear Voters (908) 233-7790 cell (908) 487-8375 Dear Voters Page B-14 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

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The con- Martin (Mr. Glor) is a gum-snapping TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS adopted by the Town Council of the Town nection between acts is that Ruby’s heir executive who walks the thin line of PLANNING BOARD of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on decency. Ms. Farley plays both Lois (a October 27, 2009. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the very credible drunk) and Ethel, the Claire J. Gray Planning Board of the Township of Scotch PUBLIC NOTICE Town Clerk grand dame of theater, to a tea. Plains will hold a PUBLIC HEARING, on BOROUGH OF FANWOOD MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2009 at 7:30 Playing Henry and Paul is Sean GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1951 pm in Council Chambers, Municipal Build- Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND McIntyre, who easily slips into both ing, 430 Park Avenue, to discuss the site NO. 09-14-R THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF time periods. The casting of the beauti- plan application with variances of D. Villane AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND WESTFIELD CHAPTER 18, Construction, Inc., 2376 South Avenue ARTICLE XII (ZONE DISTRICT ful newcomer to TTP, Jaclyn Ingoglia, “POLICE,” ARTICLE I, “IN which was denied by the Planning Board REGULATIONS) IN CHAPTER as the Hollywood “dumb-blonde” ste- GENERAL” in June, 2008. The Planning Board’s de- 184 (LAND USE) OF THE reotype named Suzie Tyrone, is spot- GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1952 nial was reversed by the Superior Court of CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF on with her feigned innocence and neon AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND New Jersey on August 3, 2009. The Court’s FANWOOD TO RESTRICT THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF Order required the Planning Board to ap- USE REGULATIONS sexuality. WESTFIELD, CHAPTER 13 prove the application. and the amendment thereto was passed The Theater Project, the professional Action may be taken at this public hear- and adopted on the second and final read- GENERAL ORDINANCE No.1953 theater at Union County College in ing. ing at a meeting of the Mayor and Council AN ORDINANCE FOR THE Cranford, is dark this weekend, but The file pertaining to this application is in of the Borough of Fanwood held on Octo- ESTABLISHMENT OF A 24- the Office of the Planning Board, 2nd ber 13, 2009. check out TheTheaterProject.org to find HOUR QUIET ZONE IN THE Floor, Municipal Building and available for This Ordinance shall take effect imme- out more information about their up- TOWN OF WESTFIELD, Eric Nierstedt for The Westfield Leader and The Times public inspection during regular office diately after final passage and publication UNION COUNTY, NEW JER- coming shows in November and De- ‘COUNT’ THEM IN…Using masterworks of the classical repertoire, the Westfield hours. as required by law. 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Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times She also had another reason for writ- WESTFIELD – Alexa Zepka is not ing “Kurz or Nothing.” She wanted to one to be sidetracked by life’s disap- prove to the world that rejection cannot pointments. stop determined people from reaching She deals with them by writing a their dreams. book. “I had a message that I wanted to get The 17-year-old senior at Westfield out, and that is that there are many, High School, who also writes a “Stu- many ways to pursue a dream,” she dent View” column for The Westfield said. Leader and The Times (see According to Alexa, ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK…The New Jersey Workshop for the Arts page A-13), has recently “Kurz or Nothing” “reflects (NJWA) Rockin’ Jazz Band, directed by Ted Schlosberg with assistant director released “Kurz or Noth- everything I have learned Caryn Feder, will rehearse for its 2009-2010 season each Saturday from 4 until ing,” a book loosely based from my journey as an 5:30 p.m. at the NJWA studios, located at 150-152 East Broad Street in Westfield. on a disappointing middle- ‘Alexa Scholar.’” This ensemble, comprised of members of all ages, is for musicians who have an Leah Oates, Transitory Space, Chicago, Illinois, Double Electric 3, color photography, 2006-07 interest in learning standard jazz repertoire and some rock and roll. To register school experience. “Every word of this story for the band, and to obtain additional information, call (908) 789-9696. In her book, Alexa writes came straight from my Photographer Leah Oates Sees ‘Poignant of Alexis Zelers, an ambi- heart,” she said. tious 13-year-old girl who Alexa is considering a NJWA Orchestras Create Beauty’ In Even ‘Undesirable’ Areas attends Roosevelt Interme- career as either a broadcast By MARYLOU MORANO Are they the cause – or the result of diate School in Fairfield. journalist or an English Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times – transitory space? Alexis, who wants to be teacher. Opportunities for all Levels AREA – Union County College’s “I believe that, in everyone, there is a writer, has her heart set on To that end, she would WESTFIELD – The New Jersey Work- Summer Symphony Orchestra, an inter- Tomasulo Gallery opened its 2009- a sense of flux and a familiarity with becoming a TR Scholar, an like to attend either shop for the Arts (NJWA) Music Studio generational group of musicians who per- 2010 season with “Transitory Space,” this type of space, physically and emo- honor which will allow her Villanova or The College offers opportunities for string musicians, form in a free concert, open to the public, an exhibit showcasing the photogra- tionally,” she said. to work with Jonathon Kurz, a New of New Jersey next fall. from all surrounding communities, to join each July. phy of Leah Oates. “The work I create first originates as York Times author of the year. In addition to writing the “Student its various orchestras. A graduate of Manhattan School of The first thing the viewer notices a response to overlooked space that is In real life, Alexa also aspired to be a View” column, Ms. Zepka is an opin- Experienced string players may become Music with advanced degrees in Music members of the Chamber Orchestra, which Education, Ms. Lyman is employed full when walking into the gallery is the in a continual state of change,” she TR Scholar at Roosevelt Intermediate ion-editorial page editor for the will meet on Saturday afternoons from 2 to time as the orchestral teacher in the Tenafly preponderance of blue color that infil- added. School in Westfield. Westfield High School (WHS) news- 3 p.m. at the NJWA studios at 150-152 Public Schools, where she conducts the trates Ms. Oates’s images, which were Ms. Oates uses double exposure to She was not chosen for this honor, paper, Hi’s Eye. East Broad Street in Westfield. jazz bands and the orchestras. taken in Beijing, China, Newfound- emphasize “transitory space.” and like her fictional counterpart, she She is also on the staff of Folio, Beginning and elementary string stu- Both the Chamber Orchestra and Train- land, Canada and Chicago in 2008. She believes the blurry images that was devastated by the news. WHS’s literary magazine. dents can participate in the Training ing Chamber Orchestra, whose member- The artist is fascinated with struc- result from double exposure mirror As a way of helping her deal with the “I love journalism and writing,” she Chamber Orchestra, which will also meet ship fee is $275 for either ensemble, be- ture, especially that of bridges and the shadowy and indistinct nature of disappointment, Alexa, with the help of said. “I always find time to write on the at the NJWA studios on Saturdays, from gan rehearsals on October 24, although overhead wires. moments colliding with each other as her eighth grade English teacher, Marc side.” 3 to 4 p.m. members may still join. The sessions will She also seeks out “not-desirable” they melt into the passage of time. Biunno, designed her own independent Alexa is also “passionate about art” Janet Lyman, a faculty member at the conclude on May 1. There will be 21 Music Studio and the Westfield Summer rehearsal dates, and the orchestras will locations, such as industrial areas, and Ms. Oates has a Bachelor of Fine writing project, which she named the and enjoys creating abstract and con- Workshop, will direct both orchestras. perform in two concerts. strives to document their “poignant Arts degree from the Rhode Island “Alexa Scholar” project. temporary work. She is also the director of the NJWA To learn more, call (908) 789-9696. beauty.” School of Design and a Master of Fine “Kurz or Nothing’ recounts her story She will be at The Town Bookstore Her photographs portray a still-life Arts degree from The School of the as an Alexa Scholar. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on October 31 to of sorts, as she carefully captures the Art Institute of Chicago. She currently “In my Alexa Scholar project, I com- meet readers and sign copies of “Kurz Local Gem Celebrates Diamond Anniversary – structures posed against the blueness works and lives in Brooklyn. pleted the same requirements that the or Nothing.” of the sky. Ms. Oates has had several solo shows TR Scholars completed in … English For more information, contact The The Town Book Store Marks 75 Years in Westifield Although the images Ms. Oates and has been part of many group ex- to prove to myself that I could fulfill Town Bookstore at (908) 233-3535. WESTFIELD – The year was 1934: from the same address for 72 years, the secures are concrete, the message she hibits. America was in the midst of The Great store relocated across the street in 2007 proclaims is at odds with her sub- Her work has been featured in the Depression, “Good Bye, Mr. Chips” to 270 E. Broad Street, the site of jects. Daily Constitutional, Zingology topped the bestseller lists, and paper- Westfield’s first library. The new loca- Seen by most people as permanent Online Arts Magazine, Studio Views WSO Presents Dracula back books were still on the horizon tion at the eastern gateway to entities, Ms. Oates sees her subjects Magazine and others. CONTINUED FROM B-16 when The Town Book Store opened its Westfield’s vibrant downtown offers as transitory, and she seeks to forge a Images of “Transitory Spaces” are sona – elegant yet dangerous. and the music seems to almost stop doors on East Broad Street in Westfield. easier parking, ample window space connection between their transitory also on Ms. Oates’s website, As the evening progressed, it be- time while the sustained muted strings Today, websites and and greater visibility nature and human existence. leahoates.com. came hard to believe that the original churn their soft chords. Still, the or- “big box” stores domi- for the store. A sign- The obvious absence of humans in “Transitory Space” will be housed film was made without music, as chestra was fully aware of the nature nate the retail land- board inviting custom- the “Transitory Space” series begs the at Tomasulo Gallery until Saturday, moments such as the ride to the castle of its subject, as members brought scape, “virtual” books ers to “Nurture Your viewer to study the role of people and October 31. For more information, and the introduction of the count were pounding music and a dramatic cre- can be read digitally, Community: Shop Lo- their relationships to transitory space. contact the gallery at (908) 709-7155. given fresh urgency thanks to the scendo to the attack of Dracula’s first and another economic cal,” has garnered posi- music of the orchestra. victim. crisis is gripping the tive reaction from Indeed, the selections fit the film They also made an excellent mu- nation. But through it shoppers. Though Organist to Accompany perfectly such as the chaotic buildup sical choice in their selection of all, The Town Book modest in size, the to Dracula’s castle, juxtaposed with “Night on Bald Mountain,” a piece Store is still going store’s inventory is images of hands and rats emerging known to most from the animated strong in downtown well-edited and caters Phantom with Live Organ from coffins amid broken bits of classic Fantasia, during the sequence Westfield. to the interests of its AREA – Tomorrow, October 30, at well-known area concert organist, stone. Maestro David Wroe expertly where the demon Chernabog raises This November, The customers. Individual- 7:30 p.m., in the Parish church Our music director and composer. picked music that fit the dramatic souls from the dead to raise havoc on Town Book Store will ized services like fast Lady of Perpetual Help, located at The organ accompaniment for this on-screen tension; when Dracula’s Earth. As the film came to an end, celebrate 75 years of 75 AND COUNTING...Anne turnaround on special 111 Claremont Road in Bernardsville, showing will be performed of the coffin is revealed, timpani sound a the orchestra filled the church with good, old-fashioned Laird, owner of the Town orders, friendly, help- bookselling with a Book Store in Westfield, dis- ful staff, author the public can take a journey to the church’s Aeolian pipe organ, which, loud fortissimo, tightly correspond- the appropriate joyful music, as plays the shop’s original busi- theater of yesteryear. in its own right, can be made to sound ing with Dracula’s emerging from Dracula was slain and his victims month of raffles, give- signings, out-of-print aways, and author ness ledgers from its opening book searches, book The Halloween season will be convincingly like a theater organ. the coffin. freed. The entire orchestra then took in 1934. marked with a large-screen showing Mr. Johnson, a graduate of The However, the orchestra took a mo- their bows to thunderous applause signings to mark its dia- club discounts, and of the 1925 silent-screen spectacular Juilliard School and the Peabody In- ment to add something to the film as from the audience. mond anniversary. The last indepen- free gift wrapping are part of the shop’s Phantom of the Opera, starring Lon stitute of the Johns Hopkins Univer- well. During a classic moment, where Indeed, it had not only been a night dent bookstore in Union County, ac- appeal. And while occasional block- Chaney in one of his most notable sity, is also the music director of Dracula states, “there are things worse where a classic had been faithfully cording to the American Booksellers busters like the Harry Potter series and roles. Oratorio Singers of Westfield, where then death,” the film paused on the improved upon, but also given a re- Association, the shop has been serving Dan Brown’s latest have been a boon The highlight of this event will be he has led this organization in much count’s face while sad, mournful minder of the classic vampire. In Westfield and neighboring communi- to struggling booksellers, Ms. Laird what audiences often experienced of the standard literature of Bach, music played, as if to garner sympa- modern times, when vampires have ties through three-quarters of a century, says it is avid readers and parents with during many silent films – live organ Beethovan, Handel, Haydn, Mozart, thy for the vampire (perhaps a nod to been re-imagined with extra gore (the six owners and two locations. young children who have been the music wherein the organist, while Schubert, Verdi, Dello Joio, Bernstein, 1992’s Bram Stoker’s Dracula, in True Blood series) or softened to fit a “In today’s rapidly changing retail store’s mainstay throughout the years. watching the film, provided the Kodály, Poulenc and others. which the vampire was made into a younger audience (the Twilight books environment, The Town Book Store The November celebration comes “soundtrack,” which evoked the per- A donation of $5 per person, $20 tragic figure of lost love). and films), it can be important to remains one constant where shoppers just as the store is stocking up for the ils, calmness, excitement and tense maximum per family, will be received The excellent selection of Edvard remember the early vision of this can find a first-rate literary selection holiday season. Among the special moments as they appeared on the at the door for this unique theatrical Grieg’s Aase’s Death from the Peer creature – just like the music used to with friendly, personalized service in giveaways Ms. Laird has planned are screen. event. No tickets or reservations are Gynt Suite accompanies the freeze- depict him – dark, elegant and always an attractive, convenient setting,” says many items donated by publishers, The giant theater organs of the day required. For information, call the frame of Dracula’s despairing face, frightening. Anne Laird, the store’s current owner including a “Diary of Wimpy Kid” were able to create all the sounds and church at (908) 766-0079, extension and, herself, a native Westfielder. “For bundle with a T-shirt, life-size cutout music necessary to sir the audiences 6. This concert is to benefit the As- this little gem of a store to be celebrat- and a copy of the latest book. Custom- into many moods. Organist for this sumption College for Sisters in ing its diamond anniversary is truly a ers are invited to stop by the store to occasion will be Trent Johnson, a Mendham. Fall into Music testimony to the loyal customers who enter drawings throughout the month have supported us for so many years. and peruse the holiday selection. Fall into Fun This celebration is our way of saying a For store hours and directions, please heartfelt, ‘Thanks.’” contact The Town Book Store at (908) According to the original business 233-3535 or visit their website at ledgers on display in the shop, The www.townbookstore.com Town Book Store first opened its doors Paid Bulletin Board on September 4, 1934. After operating goleader.com/express

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 74:H[5V]LTILY Serving The Community for 32 Years 74:\U5V]LTILY 58 Elm Street • Westfield 908-232-3278 *+*;/,(;9, >PUHUZ(]LU\L www.juxtaposegallery.com *YHUMVYK51 -69;0*2,;:*(33   Page B-16 Thursday, October 29, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF Community Players Celebrate 75th Year Ancient Encaustic Medium WESTFIELD – To celebrate their 75th anniversary, the Westfield Com- munity Players (WCP) will host a Seen In New Light at WAC Costume Gala on Saturday, Novem- By MARYLOU MORANO Ms. Boney’s “Gertrude,” a study in ber 21, at the theater from 8 to 11 pm. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times corsets, calls attention to the restric- The evening will include entertain- AREA – The Watchung Art Center tive lifestyles that women typically ment, refreshments, raffles and prizes WSO Performs Never-Before-Heard (WAC) hosted an exhibit highlight- face, or have faced. for costumes. While costumes are ing the ancient art of encaustic paint- “I am creating works to depict the encouraged, they are not necessary to ing entitled “En- confinement of participate in this fun-filled evening. caustic: An An- women in history. In 1934, a group of people decided Soundtrack to 1931 Dracula Movie cient Medium Re- In suggesting to bring live theater to the commu- By ERIC NIERSTEDT after a long buildup, the “eye” the screen, the orchestra provided the discovered.” women’s under- nity. The Westfield Community Play- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times emerged with soft flute music buried perfect music to heighten the drama Eighteen artists garments in the ers was born and, for the last 75 years, WESTFIELD — One of the most with the steadily building violins. As of the moment and make even the from the tri-state pieces, I am bring- has entertained the area with more common beliefs about vampires is the work finished, the film began name “Dracula” seem terrifying. area participated in ing to focus the ab- than 200 productions, ranging from that holy symbols or objects can repel blazing onto the wide screen. Schubert’s “Unfinished Symphony” the exhibit, which surdity of fashion comedies and dramas to musicals, them. For one night, however, that While the familiar images of was both romantic and yet later men- marked Westfield that often sur- mysteries and classics. belief proved false, as the Westfield Transylvanian peasants and their acing, encapsulating the Dracula per- encaustic artist rounds women’s With the support of audiences Presbyterian Church hosted a special warnings against “Dracula!” filled CONTINUED ON PAGE B-15 Francesca sexuality,” she throughout the years, WCP has earned viewing of the original Dracula with Azzara’s inaugural said. a countywide reputation for quality live music presented by the Westfield show as curator. Ms. Heinrich’s productions. Symphony Orchestra (WSO). “What I hoped encaustic collages, Admission will be $40 per person, Dressed in Halloween hats, the or- for when I em- “See Not/Steril- $75 for two. All proceeds from this chestra, conducted by Maestro David barked upon find- ized” and “Speak event will benefit the theatre, which Wroe, began the evening with a per- ing artists for this Not/Sterilized,” is a nonprofit corporation. formance of Symphony No. 3 (Saint- exhibition was ex- bring For further information, see Saëns), which brought to mind the actly what I found marginalized westfieldcommunityplayers.org. Transylvanian violins associated with – a group whose women into the various film versions of the vam- work so aptly ex- clearer focus. WF’s Hogan Appears pire. The performance of the Saint- presses the diver- The work of Kari Englehardt The zippers and Saëns Symphony was made possible sity of encaustic wax, a medium that hook and eye in “Speak Not/Steril- In Bat Boy: The Musical by the generosity of Bud and Gaile is both challenging and forgiving, a ized” is also a social commentary on WESTFIELD – Jeffrey Hogan of Boothe, longtime WSO patrons. medium with an ancient history … the way women’s voices are silenced. Westfield appears in Bat Boy: the Musi- The Saint-Saëns Symphony – which yet [one that] is new and contempo- “My work is highly conceptual and cal, the off-Broadway hit musical com- occasionally sounds like Wagner, rary, a medium that has truly been uses combined imagery as catalyst edy, at Studio Playhouse, located at 14 Tchaikovsky and Schubert – provided rediscovered,” said Ms. Azzara. for thought. While all of us think and Alvin Place in Upper Montclair, on an opportunity for the church organ, Encaustic painting uses a mixture hear more defensively than with an October 30 and 31, as well as November under the skillful playing of Barbara of molten, pig- open mind, the vi- 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13 and 14. Show times are Thomson, to team with the orchestra David Samsky for The Leader and The Times mented beeswax, sual may have Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 and provide a lush underpinning in which has been more power to p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. the sensual second movement. BREATHING LIFE INTO THE PAST...The WSO brought to life, in glorious tempered with make an impres- Bat Boy: The Musical is a classic love The piece functioned like a storm; symphonic technicolor, the original 1931 movie Dracula starring Bela Lugosi. hardened tree sap. sion and shake story with a serious bite. This twist on the The wax is applied things up a bit,” modern-day musical comedy tells the in layers with she said. story of a strange boy with pointy ears, Bruce, Who Opened Byrne Arena in ‘81, brushes to an ab- “United,” an his struggle to find a place in a world that sorbent surface. acrylic ink and shuns him and the love that can create Then the layers are wax on wood by both miracles and madness. It has been Plays Giants Stadium to its Rocking Close fused, using a heat Megan Kilm, con- described as My Fair Lady meets The By FRED T. ROSSI tal Airlines Arena-cum Izod Center in the The 60-year-old Springsteen wandered source, such as a sists of a pattern Rocky Horror Picture Show! Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Meadowlands back in July 1981, and ear- deep into the crowd in front of the stage heat gun. The art of circles interwo- To reserve tickets in advance, call the E. RUTHERFORD – Bruce Springsteen lier this month, he played the final concert during “Hungry Heart” and then hoisted form dates back to ven by fine lines, box office at (973) 744-9752. opened the Brendan Byrne-cum-Continen- at adjacent Giants Stadium, home of the Jets himself into the mob and crowd-surfed his 100-300 AD but creating a mesh- and Giants, erstwhile home of the old New way back to the stage. saw a resurgence like effect. York Cosmos soccer team, site of a papal At recent shows, Springsteen has begun 2XUSURJUDPLQVSLUHV in the 1990s. She explained 3$8/1$==$52086,&678',2086,&/(662163,$12 /(662163,$12/(66216,11-3,$12/(66216,11(: H[FLWHPHQWFUHDWLYLW\DQG mass and host to countless rock concerts, playing one of his older albums in full, with 3,$12/(66216-(56(<3,$12/(66216&5$1)25'3,$127($&+(5 Diana Gonzalez the creative pro- :(67),(/' YLUWXRVLW\ including an all-day-into-the night festival the songs performed in the order in which Gandolfi’s “Lost,” cess by stating, $//$*(6

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