Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, February 21, 2013 OUR 123rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 08-2013 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Westfield Council Hears Finance Report; Honors Rescue Squad By LAUREN S. BARR mittee met with both the police and Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad Specially Written for The Westfield Leader fire chiefs, and will be meeting with was given a proclamation com- WESTFIELD – During Tuesday the head of the Public Works De- memorating March in its honor and night’s Westfield Town Council partment shortly. Councilman Della encouraging residents to support meeting, Councilman Sam Della Fera said he expects the budget to the all-volunteer organization. In Fera reported that the finance com- be completed in the next few weeks. 2012 the squad answered 2,510 mittee met on both Saturday and Acting Mayor JoAnn Neylan emergency calls and volunteers Tuesday and has now prepared a praised Councilman Della Fera say- gave more than 30,000 combined rough draft of the 2013 budget. ing that he has, “guided the ship in hours. The squad receives no tax- “This year is shaping up to be a the roughest of seas” and that “you payer funds for their operations. lot less of a challenge than years have done just as well, if not bet- “The town truly cherishes the vol- past,” Councilman Della Fera said. ter,” than past chairs of the finance unteer work you do,” Acting Mayor “We’re in very good shape.” committee. Neylan told the squad members in He told the council that the com- During the public meeting, the attendance. The council also passed a resolu- tion awarding the contract for ani- mal control services to Animal Con- trol Solutions. The town is sharing the service with Summit and New Providence, which allows each town to save on costs. Last year the town began sharing services with the other municipalities, ending their longtime relationship with Associ- Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader ated Humane Societies and saving BLACK HISTORY…Ethel M. Washington, author of the book “Union County Black Soldiers and Sailors of the Civil nearly $16,000. War,” speaks with Lee Perry, Robert Wendel and Nancy Priest of the Westfield Historical Society after her presentation Additionally, a resolution was “Black Soldiers and Sailors of Union County” at the Reeve House on Saturday. passed allowing the town to enter into a shared services agreement with Franklin Township for survey- ing services. According to Town WF BOE Unveils Preliminary Administrator Jim Gildea, Westfield’s employee will perform the work with town equipment. Budget of $96.4 M, Taxes of $86.4 M Franklin Township will be billed hourly for the work performed, By DELL SIMEONE ties for the year are class size, cost state aid the district will get on which Mr. Gildea said would di- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader effective planning, enrollment Thursday, February 28. rectly offset the cost of the sur- WESTFIELD – The Westfield needs, a literacy initiative, technol- Most of the school budget is veyor position. Board of Education, on Tuesday ogy, facilities, professional devel- money earmarked for salaries and Lauren S. Barr for The Westfield Leader RESCUE SQUAD MONTH…The Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad accepts a In attendance at the meeting were evening, introduced its preliminary opment, and security. She also said benefits, with the balance divided proclamation from Acting Mayor JoAnn Neylan designating March as Westfield members of Boy Scout Troop 72 budget for the 2013-2014 school 89 percent of the budget is derived between other areas, such as trans- Volunteer Rescue Squad month and encouraging residents to support the all who observed the meeting as part year of $96,402,166, with from the local tax levy, with very portation, athletics, maintenance, volunteer organization’s fund drive. Pictured, left to right, are: Dan Sullivan, of their Citizenship in Community $86,360,678 coming from the local little state and federal aid. The board debt service, administration, co- Ron DeVelde, Sue Lagano and Lynn Feldman. merit badge. tax levy. On paper there appears to expects to find out the amount of CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Absent from the meeting were be a $2 million decrease from last Mayor Andy Skibitsky and Fourth year’s $98,568,381 budget. Busi- WF Zoning Bd. OKs Parking Ward Councilman Keith Loughlin. ness administrator, Dana Sullivan WF Historical Society Hosts The council also held closed ses- explained that money was recently sion to discuss Sunnyside v. Town added from a reserve account to the Plan at UBS, Verizon Bld. of Westfield, a builders remedy law- current budget to cover purchase Black History Exhibit By DELL SIMEONE approve a plan based on the square suit; and NJDEP v. Occidental orders carried over to this year and WESTFIELD - In celebration of nial of the Civil War and the Emanci- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader footage in the building, which will Chemical Corporation, a lawsuit in- for maintenance and security. Black History Month and the nation’s pation of enslaved Americans began WESTFIELD – The zoning board determine the number of spaces volving Westfield’s sewerage pro- During a power point presenta- commemoration of the sesquicenten- on April 12, 2011. of adjustment had a busy agenda last needed by UBS. The plan will re- vider. tion, Ms. Sullivan said the priori- nial of the Civil War, the Westfield The exhibit will showcase people Wednesday evening with eight ap- quire signage designating the spaces Historical Society is host- of African descent (blacks plicants. for UBS customers. The applicants’ ing an exhibit donated by and mulattos) from the The first applicant, Red Realty, proposal gives the bank 31 spaces Scotch Plains Council Spars Ethel M. Washington en- “West Fields” and surround- LLC, UBS and Verizon, of 109 North and Verizon six spaces. Mr. Watson titled “Union County – ing Union County who were Avenue, came before the board seek- cited the parking lot at Trader Joe’s Black Soldiers and Sailors actively engaged in the war ing to install signage contrary to the on Elm Street, which has designated Over Rules, Appointments in the Civil War.” for their freedom and their town zoning code. Their attorney, spaces for Wells Fargo securities, By FRED T. ROSSI could be viewed as a de facto “no” The exhibit will be dis- right to citizenship. On dis- Jim Flynn, outlined the parking prob- which also is located in the building. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader vote while some common law views played at the Reeve House play are portraits of Union lem the businesses have. Matt Power, The board approved the plan with the SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- abstentions as a “yes” vote. She History and Cultural Re- County black and mulatto an employee of the company that condition that if a change was to take ship council on Tuesday sparred a told the council that the New Jersey source Center, located at 314 soldiers and sailors who en- manages the property, joined him place in the future the applicant would bit over some of the specifics of its Law Commission had studied this Mountain Avenue, Ethel Washington listed in the regiments of the along with UBS branch manager and have to come back to the board for procedural rules as well as the ap- question and recommended that ab- Westfield, through March United States Colored planner Jim Watson. approval. pointment of a new health insur- stentions be seen as neither a “yes” 2013. On February 16, a special gal- Troops (USCT), as well as in white The witnesses told the board that Jeffrey and Kristen Davidson of ance broker for 2013. nor a “no” vote. lery talk was given by Ms. Washing- regiments raised in Union County. parking has been a problem in the lot 600 Salter Place were approved to At its conference meeting three “Abstentions should be used in ton to kick off the exhibit. Ms. Washington currently serves adjoining the building. Local shop- construct a second-story addition. The weeks ago, the council was split on very limited circumstance,” such as The nation’s four-year (2011-2015) as History Programs coordinator, pers and commuters park in the lot, ordinance restricts a maximum build- Mayor Kevin Glover’s proposal, as when a council member has a con- commemoration of the sesquicenten- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 limiting parking spaces for clients of ing height at two-and-a-half stories, part of the governing body’s rules flict of interest,” Ms. Verrone said. UBS. According to Mr. Power, where the applicants’ plan is three and regulations for its meetings, to The council approved the rules Verizon, which is a tenant in the stories. The couple also wants to add do away with readings of each reso- and regulations by a 3-2 vote, with building, has hired a security guard a front porch. lution being considered during the Mr. Vastine and Mr. Marcus voting to help deal with the problem. Verizon Sita Souto, a neighbor of the appli- council’s adoption of its new busi- no. Mr. Marcus said he was under also has designated spaces for its cants, told the board she would feel ness consent agenda. With the text the impression the council would workers, Mr. Power said. overshadowed in her house with a of all resolutions now available on be debating the question of whether Mr. Watson asked the board to CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the township’s website, the mayor or not to read aloud the titles of said his intent was to “streamline” each item on the new business con- the meeting process. Township At- sent agenda, but Mayor Glover told torney Judy Verrone said it was “al- him the only matter being discussed lowable” and consistent with what was the clarification of the defini- was stated in the prior rules to ap- tion of abstention. prove that portion of the agenda en In other business, the council ap- masse without reading each title pointed Doyle Alliance Group as aloud. the township’s 2013 health insur- But Councilman William Vastine, ance broker, but not before Coun- reiterating his concerns from three cilman Vastine said he was weeks ago, said that “for the sake of “troubled” by the process leading transparency,” each resolution to the appointment. Last month, the should be read so that residents council considered the appointment attending or watching the meetings but deferred action due to discrep- know what is being approved. ancies with Alliance’s original bid David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Democratic Councilman Michel of about $90,000. A revision was PEDESTRIAN INJURED…Emergency responders prepare to transport Roger Marcus also raised concerns, as he submitted calling for fees of not Carroll, 68, of Westfield to University Hospital in Newark shortly after noon did three weeks ago, about the pro- more than $48,000. February 13, after he was struck by a motor vehicle while crossing North Avenue, posal. Mr. Vastine said this was the sec- West. Prior to voting on the rules and ond instance this year where a bid- regulations governing its meetings, der was able to “get a second bite at PAGE INDEX the council also spent time discuss- the apple” in order to win an ap- Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 CROSSING PARTY LINES…Westfield Mayor Andrew Skibitsky, left, talks ing the definition of the term “ab- pointment. “Those who were want- Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 with Assemblyman Jerry Green (D-22, Plainfield) during a light social event that stention” when votes are taken. Ms. ing to be chosen were chosen” after Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-17 Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) hosted for members of the state Verrone said that currently, when a being given the opportunity to re- Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 18 Legislature at his Westfield home last Friday. member abstains during a vote, it CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader GOOD TO SEE YA…Senator Ray Lesniak (D-20, Elizabeth) greets Republican CIVIL WAR FACTS…Ethel M. Washington, author of the book “Union County MEETING OF THE MINDS…William Palatucci, a Republican national com- lawmakers during a light social event hosted by Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R- Black Soldiers and Sailors of the Civil War,” gives a talk on black soldiers and mitteeman, and Richard Bagger, former chief of staff to Governor Chris Christie, 21, Westfield) for members of the state Legislature at his Westfield home last sailors of the Civil War at the Reeve House Saturday afternoon. The event was both of Westfield, chat during an informal social thrown by state Assemblyman Friday. organized by the Westfield Historical Society. Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) at his home Friday night. Fanwood Council Appoints Westfield Bd. of Education Study Commission Members CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 curricular, and facilities. Ms. $3,600 from the Theatre Guild of By DOMINIC A. LAGANO Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr wel- Sullivan stressed the point that this Westfield to be used by the WHS Specially Written for The Westfield Leader comed members of Webelos Cub is a draft budget and with state aid drama department for productions. FANWOOD — The Fanwood Bor- Scout Pack No. 98, who were the numbers will change. The board also accepted gifts from ough Council held its regular present to fulfill a requirement for On Tuesday, March 5, the board the Westfield Coalition for the Arts monthly meeting this past Tuesday their Citizenship badges. is expected to adopt the tentative to be used as follows: $700 for Don evening. “They are a wonderful group of budget. On Thursday, March 7, the Thieberger of the Platypus Pottery The council approved multiple young men from the fourth grade in budget is due to go to the Union School to present master classes at resolutions. Among them was a reso- Scotch Plains and Fanwood com- County Executive Superintendent’s WHS, $1,000 to be used for the new lution appointing three Fanwood munity,” stated Mayor Mahr. The office. On Tuesday, March 19, the Winter Guard program at the high residents to the Municipal Consoli- Scouts led the assembly in the board will again have a budget pre- school, and $500 to be used for two dation Study Commission for Scotch Pledge of Allegiance and then ob- sentation and discussion followed guest clinicians to work with the Plains-Fanwood: Anthony Di served the borough council during by a special meeting and public WHS Wind and Jazz Ensembles. Battista, Joe Nagy and borough the meeting in order to gain an hearing to adopt the final budget on Linda King, supervisor of the council member Jack Molenaar. understanding of local government Thursday, March 21. All board district’s fine arts programs, gave a Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader In 2007, the New Jersey state in action. meetings are held 7:30 p.m. in the power point presentation on using a MS. SPEAKER…Assembly Speaker Sheila Oliver (D-34, East Orange), center, Legislature passed the Municipal The council then issued multiple board room of the administration new rubric as a method to assess a meets with Assemblyman David Rible (R-30, Wall Twp.) and Assemblywoman Consolidation Act, allowing local proclamations involving various building at 302 Elm Street. student’s growth in the arts on a Shavonda Sumter (D-35, Paterson) during a light social event hosted by Assem- governments the option to study subjects. In other business, Board Presi- monthly basis and by using tech- blyman Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) at his Westfield home last Friday. and implement the merging of mu- Officials first recognized dent Richard Mattessich awarded nology as an instruction tool. nicipalities to cut expenditures. Fanwood resident Naomi Shor on certificates to Westfield High Lincoln School will hold an ad- The Municipal Consolidation her 100th birthday. “I had the dis- School (WHS) students Jonathan ditional registration date on Thurs- Westfield Bd. of Adjustment Study Commission for Scotch tinct honor to attend 100th birthday Clancy, Alex DiFabio and Clayton day, February 28, from 1 to 3 p.m. Plains-Fanwood is the body that will party,” stated Mayor Mahr. “It was Beyert who have been chosen to be for children who will become eli- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 determine the feasibility of merging wonderful to see. And to say these members of the Regional Ensemble. gible for kindergarten in the 2013- three-story home next door. Joe Val- with the neighborhood.” Scotch Plains and Fanwood into one women and men who are turning Mr. Mattessich said, “Clearly there 2014 school year. This applies to all entine, who also is a neighbor, said he Ernest and Pamela Clarke of 622 municipality by studying how much 100 don’t look 100 or act 100 is is a lot of talent here.” children who are Westfield residents wants to keep the character of the Maye Street were approved to con- money the merger could potentially really amazing to me.” The mayor The board awarded a professional and will reach age 5 by October 1, neighborhood intact. The board, how- struct a second-story addition. They save the two towns. proclaimed January 25, Ms. Shor’s service contract in the amount of 2013. For appointments and infor- ever, felt the new design was in keep- intend to double the size of their The situation in Scotch Plains- birthday, as Naomi Shor Day. $2,284 to Gregory Blasi, an archi- mation, parents may call (908) 789- ing with the neighborhood and ap- kitchen and add a powder room to the Fanwood is unique in that the mu- Council President Russell Huegel tect with Palimpest Achitectural 4455. For information regarding proved the application. first floor. The second floor will have nicipalities’ citizens – not their local read into the record the next procla- Design of Westfield, to design an documents needed to register, par- Lerner, David, Littenberg, a full bath and three bedrooms. governments – initiated the merger mation declaring February as outdoor classroom for Tamaques ents may consult the district’s Krumholz and Mentilk, of 600 South David McLaren and Chiara movement and subsequent commis- “Black History Month.” Similarly, Elementary School. website at www.westfieldk12.org/ Avenue, was approved to construct a Golbusera of 515 First Avenue were sion in the form of a signed petition. recently elected council member The board accepted a gift of lincoln. monument sign on the property. The approved to construct a second-story The municipalities already share Dan Levine read into the record a ordinance permits one freestanding addition. The applicants said they a school district and there have been proclamation declaring March as sign only if the depth of the yard, in want to install a new bathroom and recent discussions regarding merg- “Youth Art Month.” which the sign is located, is at least 20 add some windows to the back of the ing the police forces. The next borough council meet- feet. The applicant proposed two free- house. Mr. Battista, Mr. Nagy and Mr. ing open to the public is scheduled Scotch Plains Council standing signs (one existing) in a Dan and Laura Weinstein of 1445 Molenaar join Daniel Mc Carey of for Tuesday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 yard with a depth of 10 feet. Architect Grandview Avenue were approved to Fanwood, Ann Saltzman of Fanwood at Fanwood Borough Hall. For more bid in order to be the lowest bidder, ship Manager Henry Underhill said Kurt Kalafsky told the board that a construct first- and second-story ad- and alternate member Pat Hoynes of information on the borough, visit Mr. Vastine charged. “The rules are bids for this year’s bulky waste three-by-five-foot sign would be ditions. The ordinance requires a two- Fanwood, as well as Fred Lange of fanwoodnj.org. fixed a certain way.” clean-up had been rejected and ex- placed facing East Broad Street to car garage, where the Weinsteins pro- Scotch Plains, Don Parisi of Scotch Mayor Glover responded that pressed confidence that re-bidding help clients find the office. The sign posed a one-car garage. Plains and alternate Sarah Dreikorn Alliance’s fee was half the rate of will take place and a contract will have brushed stainless steel let- Cheryl and Dan Arzewski of 164 of Scotch Plains on the commission. the previous health insurance bro- awarded in time for the June pro- tering and supports. He said the build- Landsdowne Avenue were approved The commission will consider the Hist. Society ker, a point also made by Council- gram to take place on time. He also ing is modern style, not Colonial. to construct a one-story addition. The merger proposal, release its findings CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 man Louis Beckerman. said a review of township buildings Hugh Richard Covington of 709 applicants said they would like to add and issue a recommendation based Union County Office of Cultural and In other business, Mayor Glover by Remington, Vernick and Vena Clark Street was approved to con- some windows to the home. on those findings. If the commission Heritage Affairs, Department of Parks announced that the Federal Commu- Associates, the township’s new en- struct a second-story addition with The next zoning board meeting determines the merger is warranted and Community Renewal. She has nications Commission (FCC) had gineering consultants, began last another bathroom. Board Chairman will be on Monday, March 11, at 7:30 by a reduction of expenditures, the spent most of her career working in approved a license for a Scotch Plains- week with electrical experts inspect- William Heinbokel said, “It looks p.m. at the municipal building, lo- question will then be put before resi- various cultural and New Jersey in- Fanwood emergency radio station that ing facilities in advance of struc- like a minor request and is keeping cated at 425 East Broad Street. dents of both municipalities, who stitutions of higher education, includ- he hopes will be operational by mid- tural engineers examining build- will vote either for approval or re- ing part time at the Newark Museum, May. The station, which will be found ings this week. During the upcom- jection. Montclair Art Museum and the Coo- at 530 on the a.m. dial, will be used to ing municipal budget meetings, the The council also passed a resolu- per Hewitt, National Design Museum, broadcast emergency messages in the analyses of the buildings will be tion calling for one-seat-ride ser- Smithsonian Institution in New York vent of power and cable outages as discussed in more detail. vice to Manhattan via the Raritan City. well as non-emergency community Mr. Underhill said he hopes to Valley rail line. Commuters along The Westfield Historical Society is activities, the mayor said. Superstorm have debris from Superstorm Sandy this route currently must change a non-profit organization, the mis- Sandy “taught us a lesson about com- cleared from the former Terry-Lou trains at Newark to continue on to sion of which is to preserve and en- munication,” he said, adding that Zoo property by the end of March. Manhattan, thus causing delays of courage interest in history, Westfield discussions with the Scotch Plains- He also said applications for reim- more than 35 minutes round trip. and its residents through educational Fanwood Board of Education are bursement of some of the more than NJ Transit is in the process of efforts and community outreach pro- also planned to gauge their level of $1 million in expenses related to acquiring 36 duel-engine locomo- grams. The Reeve House serves as interest in being involved with the the late October storm had been tives with the intent of easing com- the organization’s headquarters, mu- new station. submitted to the Federal Emergency muters’ travel time. However, NJ seum and history and cultural center. In his report to the council, Town- Management Agency (FEMA). Transit has not specified which lines More information on this program will receive the new trains, nor the is available by calling the Westfield means by which they will decide. Historical Society at (908) 654-1794. The resolution passed by the For more information about the council calls for NJ Transit “to un- Westfield Historical Society or to join dertake a transparent process” for via credit card, visit its deployment of these locomo- westfieldhistoricalsociety.org and Photo courtesy of Tom Kranz tives. click on the membership link at the EARNING A BADGE...Cub Scout Weebolo Pack 98, made up of fourth grade At the opening of the meeting, bottom of the page. students from Scotch Plains-Fanwood schools, attend the Fanwood Council meeting on Tuesday night to earn their Citizen Badge. Pictured with the Scouts are Mayor Colleen Mahr and Council President Russell Huegel.

Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader FRIENDLY CHAT…Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr poses with Assemblyman NETWORK FOR HOPE…Bob Coloney’s Children’s Network for Hope held a Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) during a light social event the Assemblyman SCHOOL CONCERT…Students from Westfield’s Wilson Elementary School fundraiser at Molly Maguire’s in Clark over the weekend. Local pubs and hosted for members of the state Legislature on both sides of the political aisle at perform at the Wilson and McKinley Elementary School Orchestra Concert on philanthropists donated to the cause and public officials bartended to raise his Westfield home last Friday. February 5. money. Bloody Calan’s entertained the crowd by playing bagpipe rock all day. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, February 21, 2013 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 54th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 08-2013 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SP Council Spars Over Rules and Appointments, Insurance Broker By FRED T. ROSSI of all resolutions now available on Democratic Councilman Michel Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the township’s website, the mayor Marcus also raised concerns, as he SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- said his intent was to “streamline” did three weeks ago, about the pro- ship council on Tuesday sparred a the meeting process. Township At- posal. bit over some of the specifics of its torney Judy Verrone said it was “al- Prior to voting on the rules and procedural rules as well as the ap- lowable” and consistent with what regulations governing its meetings, pointment of a new health insur- was stated in the prior rules to ap- the council also spent time discuss- ance broker for 2013. prove that portion of the agenda en ing the definition of the term “ab- At its conference meeting three masse without reading each title stention” when votes are taken. Ms. weeks ago, the council was split on aloud. Verrone said that currently, when a Mayor Kevin Glover’s proposal, as But Councilman William Vastine, member abstains during a vote, it part of the governing body’s rules reiterating his concerns from three could be viewed as a de facto “no” and regulations for its meetings, to weeks ago, said that “for the sake of vote while some common law views do away with readings of each reso- transparency,” each resolution abstentions as a “yes” vote. She lution being considered during the should be read so that residents told the council that the New Jersey council’s adoption of its new busi- attending or watching the meetings Law Commission had studied this ness consent agenda. With the text know what is being approved. question and recommended that ab- stentions be seen as neither a “yes” nor a “no” vote. “Abstentions should be used in very limited circumstance,” such as when a council member has a con- flict of interest,” Ms. Verrone said. The council approved the rules Photo courtesy of Tom Kranz and regulations by a 3-2 vote, with EARNING A BADGE...Cub Scout Weebolo Pack 98, made up of fourth grade students from Scotch Plains-Fanwood Mr. Vastine and Mr. Marcus voting schools, attend the Fanwood Borough Council meeting on Tuesday night to earn their Citizen Badge. Pictured with the no. Mr. Marcus said he was under Scouts are Mayor Colleen Mahr and Council President Russell Huegel. the impression the council would be debating the question of whether or not to read aloud the titles of each item on the new business con- Fanwood Council Appoints sent agenda, but Mayor Glover told him the only matter being discussed was the clarification of the defini- Study Commission Members tion of abstention. In other business, the council ap- By DOMINIC A. LAGANO commission in the form of a signed Fanwood and alternate member Pat pointed Doyle Alliance Group as Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times petition. Hoynes of Fanwood, as well as Fred the township’s 2013 health insur- FANWOOD — The Fanwood The municipalities already share Lange of Scotch Plains, Don Parisi ance broker, but not before Coun- Borough Council held its regular a school district and there have been of Scotch Plains and alternate Sa- cilman Vastine said he was monthly meeting this past Tuesday recent discussions regarding merg- rah Dreikorn of Scotch Plains on evening. ing the police forces. the commission. Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “troubled” by the process leading LOCAL MATTERS...The Scotch Plains Township Council met Tuesday to discuss to the appointment. Last month, the The council approved multiple Mr. Battista, Mr. Nagy and Mr. The commission will consider the local matters and answer questions from residents. Pictured, left to right, are: Deputy council considered the appointment resolutions. Among them was a Molenaar join Daniel Mc Carey of merger proposal, release its find- Mayor Colleen Gialanella, Mayor Kevin Glover and Councilman Louis Beckerman. but deferred action due to discrep- resolution appointing three Fanwood, Ann Saltzman of CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 ancies with Alliance’s original bid Fanwood residents to the Munici- of about $90,000. A revision was pal Consolidation Study Commis- SP-F BOE Agrees to Update submitted calling for fees of not sion for Scotch Plains-Fanwood: WF Historical Society Hosts more than $48,000. Anthony Di Battista, Joe Nagy and Mr. Vastine said this was the sec- borough council member Jack Everyday Math Program ond instance this year where a bid- Molenaar. Black History Exhibit By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL ties and perseverance in solving real der was able to “get a second bite at In 2007, the New Jersey state WESTFIELD — In celebration of nial of the Civil War and the Emanci- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times world problems.” the apple” in order to win an ap- Legislature passed the Municipal Black History Month and the nation’s pation of enslaved Americans began SCOTCH PLAINS – During the Board members Jeanne Cleary pointment. “Those who were want- Consolidation Act, allowing local commemoration of the sesquicenten- on April 12, 2011. agenda setting meeting for the and David Gorbunoff supported the ing to be chosen were chosen” after governments the option to study nial of the Civil War, the Westfield The exhibit will showcase people Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Everyday Math program reporting being given the opportunity to re- and implement the merging of mu- Historical Society is host- of African descent (blacks Education held last Thursday that their own children had been bid in order to be the lowest bidder, nicipalities to cut expenditures. ing an exhibit donated by and mulattos) from the evening, members agreed to pass a through the program and had no- Mr. Vastine charged. “The rules are The Municipal Consolidation Ethel M. Washington en- “West Fields” and surround- resolution that will continue the use table success in math. Mrs. Cleary fixed a certain way.” Study Commission for Scotch titled “Union County – ing Union County who were of Everyday Math and update the added that it was a hard program to Mayor Glover responded that Plains-Fanwood is the body that Black Soldiers and Sailors actively engaged in the war curriculum’s resources. get used to in the beginning, as the Alliance’s fee was half the rate of will determine the feasibility of in the Civil War.” for their freedom and their John Veninger, the district’s math- everyday math concepts are not the the previous health insurance bro- merging Scotch Plains and Fanwood The exhibit will be dis- right to citizenship. On dis- ematics supervisor, gave a demon- same as she had learned when she ker, a point also made by Council- into one municipality by studying played at the Reeve House play are portraits of Union stration regarding the success of was in grade school, but that the man Louis Beckerman. how much money the merger could History and Cultural Re- County black and mulatto the Everyday Math program out- approach to learning the material In other business, Mayor Glover potentially save the two towns. source Center, located at 314 soldiers and sailors who en- lining the “hands on approach” that was positive for many students. announced that the Federal Com- The situation in Scotch Plains- Mountain Avenue, Ethel Washington listed in the regiments of the the curriculum supports. She added that the interactive ap- munications Commission (FCC) Fanwood is unique in that the mu- Westfield, through March United States Colored According to Mr. Veninger’s proach to learning math was in her had approved a license for a Scotch nicipalities’ citizens – not their lo- 2013. On February 16, a special gal- Troops (USCT), as well as in white PowerPoint display, many elemen- opinion an asset for most students. Plains-Fanwood emergency radio cal governments – initiated the lery talk was given by Ms. Washing- regiments raised in Union County. tary students use a variety of visual Mr. Gorbunoff also stated that CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 merger movement and subsequent ton to kick off the exhibit. Ms. Washington currently serves aids such as cubes and stacking the program, originally adopted in The nation’s four-year (2011-2015) as History Programs coordinator, blocks to reinforce math concepts 2000 has “come a long way” since commemoration of the sesquicenten- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 and make the program more “user- its first inception. He also stated Scotch Plains-Fanwood AM friendly” to students. He noted that that the curriculum’s updates and the math programs for the district teachers’ training and now experi- as a whole gives students “abstract ence with the curriculum make the Radio Station Approved and quantitative reasoning abilities” program much more adaptable for SCOTCH PLAINS – The Federal last available license in this area. We while working on “reasoning abili- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Communications Commission has submitted our application immedi- approved a license for a community ately after Superstorm Sandy, giving access radio station to be used by us a leg-up on other applicants.” Scotch Plains and Fanwood to broad- “The radio station gives us another cast emergency and other informa- tool to communicate effectively with tion, Tom Kranz reported. our residents,” said Mayor Mahr. "In Both Scotch Plains Mayor Kevin the event of a power outage that cuts Glover and Fanwood Mayor Colleen off cable and web access, residents Mahr announced they had applied will be able to use an AM portable or for the license at their respective in- car radio to tune to 530 to hear regu- augurations on January 1, 2013. On lar updates on conditions impacting February 16, the FCC granted the the communities. We learned during local community access license Sandy that the more ways we can jointly to the two municipalities. The communicate during times of crisis, main purpose is to broadcast emer- the better." gency information to citizens in the While emergency broadcast will Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader event of power, cable and other out- be the primary mission of the station, CIVIL WAR FACTS…Ethel M. Washington, author of the book “Union County ages. it will also serve during non-emer- Black Soldiers and Sailors of the Civil War,” gives a talk on black soldiers and Plans are under way to secure the gencies to broadcast community ac- sailors of the Civil War at The Reeve History and Cultural Resource Center necessary equipment to program the tivities. Saturday afternoon. The event was organized by the Westfield Historical Society. station and transmit the signal. Acti- Both Mayors touted the station as a vation is now scheduled for mid- shared service at a time when they are PAGE INDEX May, 2013, at which time listeners discussing a shared police depart- may tune to 530 AM to hear the ment and other services to save money Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 broadcasts. for taxpayers of both towns. Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 NETWORK FOR HOPE…Bob Coloney’s Children’s Network for Hope held a “We are extremely pleased to be The Mayors also support getting Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-17 fundraiser at Molly Maguire’s in Clark over the weekend. Local pubs and Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 18 philanthropists donated to the cause and public officials bartended to raise able to offer this service to our citi- the Board of Education involved in money. Bloody Calan’s entertained the crowd by playing bagpipe rock all day. zens,” said Mayor Glover. “It was the the station project. Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times BLACK HISTORY…Ethel M. Washington, author of the book “Union County GOOD TO SEE YA…Senator Ray Lesniak (D-20, Elizabeth) greets Assembly- Black Soldiers and Sailors of the Civil War,” speaks with Lee Perry, Robert man John DiMaio (R-23, Hackettstown) during a light social event hosted by Wendel and Nancy Priest of the Westfield Historical After her presentation Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) for members of the state Legisla- “Black Soldiers and Sailors of Union County” at the Reeve House on Saturday. ture at his Westfield home last Friday. Photo courtesy of Tom Kranz VOLUNTEERS OF THE MONTH...Mayor Colleen Mahr, center, awarded framed prints of the old Fanwood Train Station to the Volunteers of the Month, Tracy Wright, left, and Katherine Dreyer, founders of the Little Shoebox WF Zoning Bd. OKs Parking Project. Plan at UBS, Verizon Bld. WF Council Hears Finance By DELL SIMEONE stories, where the applicants’ plan Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times is three stories. The couple also WESTFIELD – The zoning board wants to add a front porch. Report; Honors Rescue Squad of adjustment had a busy agenda Sita Souto, a neighbor of the ap- By LAUREN S. BARR with Franklin Township for survey- last Wednesday evening with eight plicants, told the board she would Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ing services. According to Town applicants. feel overshadowed in her house with WESTFIELD – During Tuesday Administrator Jim Gildea, The first applicant, Red Realty, a three-story home next door. Joe night’s Westfield Town Council Westfield’s employee will perform LLC, UBS and Verizon, of 109 Valentine, who also is a neighbor, meeting, Councilman Sam Della the work with town equipment. North Avenue, came before the said he wants to keep the character Fera reported that the finance com- Franklin Township will be billed board seeking to install signage of the neighborhood intact. The mittee met on both Saturday and hourly for the work performed, contrary to the town zoning code. board, however, felt the new design Tuesday and has now prepared a which Mr. Gildea said would di- Their attorney, Jim Flynn, outlined was in keeping with the neighbor- rough draft of the 2013 budget. rectly offset the cost of the sur- the parking problem the businesses hood and approved the application. “This year is shaping up to be a veyor position. have. Matt Power, an employee of Lerner, David, Littenberg, the company that manages the prop- Krumholz and Mentilk, of 600 lot less of a challenge than years In attendance at the meeting were Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times past,” Councilman Della Fera said. members of Boy Scout Troop 72 MEETING OF THE MINDS…William Palatucci, a Republican national com- erty, joined him along with UBS South Avenue, was approved to “We’re in very good shape.” who observed the meeting as part mitteeman, and Richard Bagger, former chief of staff to Governor Chris Christie, branch manager and planner Jim construct a monument sign on the He told the council that the com- of their Citizenship in Community both of Westfield, chat during an informal social thrown by state Assemblyman Watson. property. The ordinance permits one mittee met with both the police and merit badge. Jon Bramnick (R-21, Westfield) at his home Friday night. The witnesses told the board that freestanding sign only if the depth fire chiefs, and will be meeting with Absent from the meeting were parking has been a problem in the of the yard, in which the sign is the head of the Public Works De- Mayor Andy Skibitsky and Fourth lot adjoining the building. Local located, is at least 20 feet. The ap- partment shortly. Councilman Della Ward Councilman Keith Loughlin. WF BOE Unveils Preliminary shoppers and commuters park in plicant proposed two freestanding Fera said he expects the budget to The council also held closed ses- the lot, limiting parking spaces for signs (one existing) in a yard with a be completed in the next few weeks. sion to discuss Sunnyside v. Town clients of UBS. According to Mr. depth of 10 feet. Architect Kurt Acting Mayor JoAnn Neylan of Westfield, a builders remedy law- Budget of $96.4 Million Power, Verizon, which is a tenant in Kalafsky told the board that a three- praised Councilman Della Fera say- suit; and NJDEP v. Occidental By DELL SIMEONE In other business, Board President the building, has hired a security by-five-foot sign would be placed ing that he has, “guided the ship in Chemical Corporation, a lawsuit in- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Richard Mattessich awarded certifi- guard to help deal with the prob- facing East Broad Street to help the roughest of seas” and that “you volving Westfield’s sewerage pro- WESTFIELD – The Westfield cates to Westfield High School (WHS) lem. Verizon also has designated clients find the office. The sign will have done just as well, if not bet- vider. Board of Education, on Tuesday students Jonathan Clancy, Alex spaces for its workers, Mr. Power have brushed stainless steel letter- ter,” than past chairs of the finance evening, introduced its preliminary DiFabio and Clayton Beyert who have said. ing and supports. He said the build- committee. budget for the 2013-2014 school year been chosen to be members of the Mr. Watson asked the board to ing is modern style, not Colonial. During the public meeting, the of $96,402,166, with $86,360,678 Regional Ensemble. Mr. Mattessich approve a plan based on the square Hugh Richard Covington of 709 Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad SP BOE coming from the local tax levy. On said, “Clearly there is a lot of talent footage in the building, which will Clark Street was approved to con- was given a proclamation com- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 paper there appears to be a $2 million here.” determine the number of spaces struct a second-story addition with memorating March in its honor and students and parents. decrease from last year’s $98,568,381 The board awarded a professional needed by UBS. The plan will re- another bathroom. Board Chairman encouraging residents to support Mr. Veniger did note that district budget. Business administrator, Dana service contract in the amount of quire signage designating the spaces William Heinbokel said, “It looks the all-volunteer organization. In math testing results were higher Sullivan explained that money was $2,284 to Gregory Blasi, an architect for UBS customers. The applicants’ like a minor request and is keeping 2012 the squad answered 2,510 across the board with the Everyday recently added from a reserve ac- with Palimpest Achitectural Design proposal gives the bank 31 spaces with the neighborhood.” emergency calls and volunteers Math. count to the current budget to cover of Westfield, to design an outdoor and Verizon six spaces. Mr. Watson Ernest and Pamela Clarke of 622 gave more than 30,000 combined It had been previously noted by purchase orders carried over to this classroom for Tamaques Elementary cited the parking lot at Trader Joe’s Maye Street were approved to con- hours. The squad receives no tax- Board Vice-President Nancy Bauer year and for maintenance and secu- School. on Elm Street, which has desig- struct a second-story addition. They payer funds for their operations. that the Curriculum Committee had rity. The board accepted a gift of $3,600 nated spaces for Wells Fargo secu- intend to double the size of their “The town truly cherishes the vol- recommended to keep the Everyday During a power point presentation, from the Theatre Guild of Westfield rities, which also is located in the kitchen and add a powder room to unteer work you do,” Acting Mayor Math curriculum that had been in Ms. Sullivan said the priorities for the to be used by the WHS drama depart- building. The board approved the the first floor. The second floor will Neylan told the squad members in place and that the committee had year are class size, cost effective plan- ment for productions. The board also plan with the condition that if a have a full bath and three bedrooms. attendance. also recommended that the materi- ning, enrollment needs, a literacy ini- accepted gifts from the Westfield change was to take place in the David McLaren and Chiara The council also passed a resolu- als used for the program be upgraded tiative, technology, facilities, profes- Coalition for the Arts to be used as future the applicant would have to Golbusera of 515 First Avenue were tion awarding the contract for ani- to the 2012 version. It was also noted sional development, and security. She follows: $700 for Don Thieberger of come back to the board for ap- approved to construct a second- mal control services to Animal Con- that currently the district uses the also said 89 percent of the budget is the Platypus Pottery School to present proval. story addition. The applicants said trol Solutions. The town is sharing programs from 2004 and 2001. derived from the local tax levy, with master classes at WHS, $1,000 to be Jeffrey and Kristen Davidson of they want to install a new bathroom the service with Summit and New Mrs. Bauer stated that the new very little state and federal aid. The used for the new Winter Guard pro- 600 Salter Place were approved to and add some windows to the back Providence, which allows each town program “matches well with the board expects to find out the amount gram at the high school, and $500 to construct a second-story addition. of the house. to save on costs. Last year the town program from 2004 and 2001 and is of state aid the district will get on be used for two guest clinicians to The ordinance restricts a maximum Dan and Laura Weinstein of 1445 began sharing services with the a better fit for the district that the Thursday, February 28. work with the WHS Wind and Jazz building height at two-and-a-half Grandview Avenue were approved other municipalities, ending their 2007 program from six years ago.” Most of the school budget is money Ensembles. to construct first- and second-story longtime relationship with Associ- The next Board of Education earmarked for salaries and benefits, Linda King, supervisor of the additions. The ordinance requires a ated Humane Societies and saving meeting will be held tonight, Feb- with the balance divided between other district’s fine arts programs, gave a two-car garage, where the nearly $16,000. ruary 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the admin- areas, such as transportation, athlet- power point presentation on using a SP Council Weinsteins proposed a one-car ga- Additionally, a resolution was istration building on Evergreen ics, maintenance, debt service, ad- new rubric as a method to assess a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 rage. passed allowing the town to enter Avenue and Cedar Street in Scotch ministration, co-curricular, and facili- student’s growth in the arts on a station that he hopes will be opera- Cheryl and Dan Arzewski of 164 into a shared services agreement Plains. ties. Ms. Sullivan stressed the point monthly basis and by using technol- tional by mid-May. The station, Landsdowne Avenue were approved that this is a draft budget and with state ogy as an instruction tool. which will be found at 530 on the to construct a one-story addition. aid the numbers will change. Lincoln School will hold an addi- a.m. dial, will be used to broadcast The applicants said they would like On Tuesday, March 5, the board is tional registration date on Thursday, emergency messages in the vent of to add some windows to the home. Fanwood Council expected to adopt the tentative bud- February 28, from 1 to 3 p.m. for power and cable outages as well as The next zoning board meeting get. On Thursday, March 7, the bud- children who will become eligible non-emergency community activi- will be on Monday, March 11, at CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 get is due to go to the Union County for kindergarten in the 2013-2014 ties, the mayor said. Superstorm 7:30 p.m. at the municipal build- ings and issue a recommendation Scotch Plains and Fanwood com- Executive Superintendent’s office. On school year. This applies to all chil- Sandy “taught us a lesson about ing, located at 425 East Broad based on those findings. If the com- munity,” stated Mayor Mahr. The Tuesday, March 19, the board will dren who are Westfield residents and communication,” he said, adding Street. mission determines the merger is Scouts led the assembly in the again have a budget presentation and will reach age 5 by October 1, 2013. that discussions with the Scotch warranted by a reduction of expen- Pledge of Allegiance and then ob- discussion followed by a special For appointments and information, Plains-Fanwood Board of Educa- ditures, the question will then be served the borough council during meeting and public hearing to adopt parents may call (908) 789-4455. For tion are also planned to gauge their put before residents of both mu- the meeting in order to gain an the final budget on Thursday, March information regarding documents level of interest in being involved Hist. Society nicipalities, who will vote either understanding of local government 21. All board meetings are held 7:30 needed to register, parents may con- with the new station. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 for approval or rejection. in action. p.m. in the board room of the admin- sult the district’s website at In his report to the council, Town- Union County Office of Cultural and The council also passed a resolu- The council then issued multiple istration building at 302 Elm Street. www.westfieldk12.org/lincoln. ship Manager Henry Underhill said Heritage Affairs, Department of Parks tion calling for one-seat-ride ser- proclamations involving various bids for this year’s bulky waste and Community Renewal. She has vice to Manhattan via the Raritan subjects. clean-up had been rejected and ex- spent most of her career working in Valley rail line. Commuters along Officials first recognized pressed confidence that re-bidding various cultural and New Jersey in- this route currently must change Fanwood resident Naomi Shor on will take place and a contract stitutions of higher education, includ- trains at Newark to continue on to her 100th birthday. “I had the dis- awarded in time for the June pro- ing part time at the Newark Museum, Manhattan, thus causing delays of tinct honor to attend a 100th birth- gram to take place on time. He also Montclair Art Museum and the Coo- more than 35 minutes round trip. day party,” stated Mayor Mahr. “It said a review of township buildings per Hewitt, National Design Museum, NJ Transit is in the process of was wonderful to see. And to say by Remington, Vernick and Vena Smithsonian Institution in New York acquiring 36 duel-engine locomo- these women and men who are turn- Associates, the township’s new en- City. tives with the intent of easing com- ing 100 don’t look 100 or act 100 is gineering consultants, began last The Westfield Historical Society is muters’ travel time. However, NJ really amazing to me.” The mayor week with electrical experts inspect- a non-profit organization, the mis- Transit has not specified which lines proclaimed January 25, Ms. Shor’s ing facilities in advance of struc- sion of which is to preserve and en- will receive the new trains, nor the birthday, as Naomi Shor Day. tural engineers examining build- courage interest in history, Westfield means by which they will decide. Council President Russell Huegel ings this week. During the upcom- and its residents through educational The resolution passed by the read into the record the next procla- ing municipal budget meetings, the efforts and community outreach pro- council calls for NJ Transit “to un- mation declaring February as analyses of the buildings will be grams. The Reeve House serves as dertake a transparent process” for “Black History Month.” Similarly, discussed in more detail. the organization’s headquarters, mu- its deployment of these locomo- recently elected council member Mr. Underhill said he hopes to seum and history and cultural center. tives. Dan Levine read into the record a have debris from Superstorm Sandy More information on this program At the opening of the meeting, proclamation declaring March as cleared from the former Terry-Lou is available by calling the Westfield Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr wel- “Youth Art Month.” Zoo property by the end of March. Historical Society at (908) 654-1794. comed members of Webelos Cub The next borough council meet- He also said applications for reim- For more information about the Scout Pack No. 98, who were ing open to the public is scheduled bursement of some of the more than Westfield Historical Society or to join David B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times present to fulfill a requirement for for Tuesday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. PEDESTRIAN INJURED…Emergency responders prepare to transport Roger $1 million in expenses related to via credit card, visit their Citizenship badges. at Fanwood Borough Hall. 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Page 2 Thursday, February 21, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Community Activist Joins Dan Sullivan to Retire as Primary Freeholder Slate Freeholder At End Of ‘13 COUNTY – Regular Democratic bent Freeholder Bette Jane Kowalski COUNTY – Nineteen-year Union port, and shuttle service on Route Organization of Union County Chair- from Cranford round out the Demo- County Freeholder Daniel Sullivan 22. The county also saved more than woman Charlotte DeFilippo last cratic slate. Mr. Granados is presi- has announced he will not run for re- 300 acres of green space in the state’s Thursday announced the candidate dent of the Elizabeth Portugal Day election to the Freeholder board, and most densely populated county, slate that will carry the Democratic Parade Committee. will leave office at the end of his sixth while opening up major recreational banner in the Primary Election this “It’s an incredible honor,” Mr. term on December 31. parks in Scotch Plains, Clark and June. Granados stated. “When my grand- Mr. Sullivan, a Freeholder who re- Berkeley Height as part of its Open “Once again, we are truly blessed parents migrated to America from sides in Elizabeth, was originally ap- Space, Recreation, and Historic Pres- with a great team of public servants Portugal, they worked tirelessly to pointed in 1995 to complete a one-year ervation Trust Fund, and the cre- in Union County,” Ms. DeFilippo ensure a better future for their family. term. He is the longest-serving member ation of the Union County Perform- stated. “I am excited to formalize Similarly, my father migrated here DEMOCRAT TICKET... The Regular Union County Democratic Organization of the board, and has served as chairman ing Arts Center. met recently to select their candidate slate for state and county offices. See story what we’ve been planning for weeks from El Salvador and worked hard to at left. and vice-chairman of the board. Mr. Sullivan, a former Elizabeth – giving Senator Barbara Buono our ensure I have opportunities. Public “I have enjoyed serving the public Board of Education member, also complete and unquestionable sup- service and investing in education as a freeholder and I am proud of the championed education projects in- port (for governor). Along with Sher- have always been a top priority in my contributions and achievements that cluding the expansion and improve- iff Ralph Froehlich and Freeholder family. If I’m fortunate enough to be PSE&G Warns Customers I have been able to make with my ments at the Union County Voca- candidates Linda Carter, Bette Jane elected to the Union County Board of colleagues on the board,” Mr. tional-Technical Schools and Union Kowalski, and new-comer Sergio Chosen Freeholders, I’ll keep those Sullivan said. “I feel the time is now County College. Granados, we’re ready for the Pri- priorities front and center.” Of Fraud Scam Calls right for me to retire from elected He also served twice as the chairman mary Election and ultimately victory State lawmakers running for re- REGION – PSE&G is alerting its be targeting Hispanic neighborhoods office.” of the North Jersey Transportation Plan- in November.” election on the Democratic ticket in- customers not to be defrauded by a in PSE&G’s service territory, accord- “I will miss the camaraderie with ning Authority, which allocates federal Following the announcement that clude state Senator Raymond Lesniak scam in which individuals misrepre- ing to a PSE&G press release. my colleagues, and I thank the public funding for transportation projects. Freeholder Daniel Sullivan is retir- (D-20, Elizabeth), Assemblyman Jo- senting themselves as PSE&G em- Here is how the scam works: A for their continued support through- ing at the end of the year, the Demo- seph Cryan (D-20, Union), Assem- ployees threaten to turn off electric Spanish-speaking individual pretend- out this time,” said Mr. Sullivan, who March 1 Deadline to cratic organization tapped Mr. blywoman Annette Quijano (D-20, and gas service if payment is not ing to be a PSE&G employee calls will continue to serve the public as Granados, an Elizabeth resident and Elizabeth), Senator Nicholas Scutari made to them that day. customers saying they “work for executive director of the Union Apply for Assistance community activist, to run on the (D-22, Linden), Assemblyman The scam involves payments using PSE&G in the disconnect collection County Utilities Authority. Mr. TRENTON – Just two weeks re- ticket this year. Incumbent Freeholder Gerald Green (D-22, Plainfield), and Green Dot MoneyPaks and seems to department.” They tell customers their Sullivan did not receive a Freeholder main for Hurricane Sandy survivors and current Board Chairwoman Linda Assemblywoman Linda Stender (D- utility service will be discontinued salary since he began work at the in New Jersey to register for potential Carter from Plainfield, and incum- 22, Fanwood). Shackamaxon Hires unless they make a payment using a UCUA in 2011. He was paid $130,000 recovery assistance with the Federal prepaid debit card. upon being named UCUA executive Emergency Management Agency Executive Chef Customers are told to purchase a director in August 2011. “I also wish (FEMA). The deadline is Friday, Committee OK’s Bramnick SCOTCH PLAINS – Green Dot MoneyPak at any conve- to thank our department directors and March 1 at 10 p.m. local time by Shackamaxon Country Club has an- nience store, use cash to put money county family of employees for their phone and at midnight for those who nounced the hiring of David Werner onto the card, and then provide the work in implementing many impor- register online. Plan to Improve School Safety as executive chef. number on the card to the person who tant programs the public needs.” March 1 is also the deadline to As executive chef, Mr. Werner will called them. Customers are advised TRENTON – The Assembly Law strengthened before a tragedy occurs.” Charlotte DeFilippo, the Union return applications to the U.S. Small develop seasonal menus for that if they do not immediately call County Democratic Party chairman, also Business Administration for low-in- and Public Safety Committee has The task force would consist of the Shackamaxon’s members and guests back and provide the MoneyPak in- approved Assembly Minority Leader state education commissioner, Home- thanked Mr. Sullivan for his efforts. terest disaster loans, which is the and will work with clubhouse man- formation, their service will be turned “As a freeholder, Dan was a cham- primary source of federal funds for Jon Bramnick’s (R-21, Westfield) bi- land Security and Preparedness di- ager David Ruas. off that day. partisan proposal to improve school rector, Schools Construction Corpo- pion for progressive Democratic long-term rebuilding. Chef Werner studied environmen- Typically, after the customer pro- causes and fought for many improve- The quickest way to apply for an security throughout New Jersey. ration CEO, legislators and public tal science at Dartmouth University vides that MoneyPak number, the “The bipartisan School Security members – both educators and school ments in raising the quality of life for SBA disaster home or business loan and of the arts at the Art Institute of scammer transfers the funds to a pre- the residents of Union County,” Ms. is filling out an online application at Task Force will combine top school security experts. Denver. He began his culinary train- paid card, and cashes it in at an ATM, safety experts who will make sure Members would not be compen- DeFilippo said. https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. ing in Denver and then moved on to PSE&G said. Mr. Sullivan, who specialized in New Jerseyans who applied for New Jersey schools are doing every- sated and would submit recommenda- sous chef positions at Aspen restau- When PSE&G makes an outbound thing possible to keep our children tions to the State Board of Education. development and transportation is- federal disaster assistance are urged rant and Mio Sogno in Philadelphia. phone call to customers, the caller ID sues, said he enjoyed planning, craft- to stay in touch with FEMA and safe,” Asm. Bramnick said. In 2005, he was named executive will identify the call as coming from The committee approved a substi- ing and shaping major governmental SBA. Applicants can track their claims 1,700 Guns Turned In chef of the Mompou Tapas Bar in PSE&G and customer-specific infor- initiatives across the board. He is the and should notify FEMA and SBA of tute for A-1613, which Asm. Bramnick Newark. He also served as consulting mation is shared with the customer. If has sponsored since 2008. It has bi- During Essex Buyback 2013 chairman of the board’s fiscal changes to their mailing addresses, executive chef at Market Restaurant customers do not receive the correct affairs committee. phone numbers or e-mail addresses. partisan support. The 15-member Edu- REGION – Attorney General Jeffrey in Montclair and introduced the “farm pieces of information, they likely are cational Security Task Force would Chiesa has announced that more than “Dan has a gift for being able to To date, more than $358.1 million to table” dining concept at the Com- not speaking with a PSE&G repre- understand complex issues, and for in grants has been approved for home assist the New Jersey Department of 1,700 guns were turned in by Essex missary Restaurant in Tappan, N.Y. sentative. If customers feel uncom- Educational Security Task Force in County residents during a state-spon- problem solving,” County Manager repairs or replacement, rental assis- Chef Werner also created culinary fortable and they know they have an Alfred Faella said. “He can also com- tance and other needs. Another $446.7 developing security guidelines and sored gun buyback event held at a total experiences for large functions and outstanding balance that needs to be standards for public schools. of six churches in five Essex municipali- municate complex ideas in very un- million in SBA low-interest disaster weddings while working with the resolved, they should hang up and derstandable terms to the public. He loans has been approved for more “Our goal is to help schools pre- ties this past Friday and Saturday. 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Senator Robert Menendez’s (D-N.J.) Vote on Revised Internet Peyton's potential donor scandal involving the Senator’s trips to the Dominican Re- Gaming Bill on Feb. 26 Peek at the Week public on a Florida donor’s plane, TRENTON – Senate President Steve few have formed an opinion on Sen. Sweeney (D-3, Gloucester) and As- Menendez’s involvement in any po- sembly Speaker Sheila Oliver (D-34, In Politics tential illegal or unethical activity. East Orange) have announced their By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times Just 24 percent believe he was in- intention to adopt the changes made to Assembly Panel OKs Package commission’s executive director and volved in wrongdoing while 11 per- A-2578/S-1565 under Governor Chris Of Gun-Control Bills William Mowell, 51, of Wyckoff, the cent say he was not. Another 65 per- Christie’s conditional veto as quickly The state Assembly Laws and Rules assistant executive director and engi- cent don’t know enough to form an as possible so that Internet gambling Committee last week approved a 20- neer, were charged in the indictment opinion or have not heard about the can be adopted here in New Jersey. bill gun control package after a seven- with conspiracy (2nd degree), mul- issue at all, according to Monmouth “Internet gaming will be a crucial hour hearing packed with mostly gun- tiple counts of official misconduct University/Asbury Park Press Poll boost to Atlantic City as we continue control advocates. The bills received (2nd degree), pattern of official mis- press release. our efforts to revitalize the area. The mostly support from Democrats. conduct (2nd degree), unlawful re- Overall, 28 percent of voters say economic benefits to the region will According to northjersey.com, the lease of a toxic pollutant (2nd de- the tips leading to the investigation mean additional revenue, additional bills would “reduce ammunition gree), multiple counts of violating were likely to have been politically jobs, and additional growth,” Sen. magazines to 10 rounds, ban armor- the New Jersey Safe Drinking Water motivated compared to 12 percent Sweeney said. piercing and 50-caliber bullets, pro- Act (3rd degree), violating the New who say they were not, while 60 He said the Senate and Assembly percent have no opinion or are un- hibit Internet or mail-order ammuni- Jersey Water Pollution Control Act A HUMANTARIAN…Union County Freeholder Chairman Linda Carter, right, are expected to move forward to tion sales, require background checks (3rd degree), and tampering with aware. and from left, Freeholders Vernell Wright, Bette Jane Kowalski, Bruce Bergen adopt the governor’s conditional veto for private gun sales and allow fire- public records or information (3rd “Right now, the unfolding story and Mohamed Jalloh congratulate Ella Teal, center, on receiving the Chester on Tuesday, February 26. arms to be seized if a mental health degree). has not hurt Senator Menendez’s Holmes Humanitarian Award. Ms. Teal, executive director of the Urban League “We need to keep New Jersey’s professional determines a patient Second-degree crimes carry a sen- standing among New Jersey voters, of Union County, received the honor during the First Annual Union County gaming industry modern and com- poses a threat.” The bills now head to tence of five to 10 years in state in part because very few voters have Black History Month Celebration on February 15 at Union County College in petitive, and that means allowing care- been following it all that closely,” Elizabeth. The freeholder board created the award in honor of the late, former the Assembly floor, where they are prison and a fine of up to $150,000, Freeholder Chester Holmes. fully regulated Internet gaming,” expected to be up for a vote today, while third-degree crimes carry a sen- said Patrick Murray, director of the Assembly Speaker Oliver added. Thursday, February 21. The state tence of three to five years in state Monmouth University Polling Insti- Senator Raymond J. Lesniak (D- Senate has not considered the bills. prison and a fine of up to $15,000, tute. 20, Elizabeth), a prime sponsor of The full Senate meets on Tuesday, according to the press release. Currently, 41 percent of Garden GOP to Honor Bagger, the legislation, said: “Internet gam- February 26. Birdsall Employee Pleads State voters approve of the job Sen. ing will provide a lifeline to New N.J. to Receive $1.9 Mil. Guilty to Fraudulent Scheme Menendez is doing, 31 percent dis- Jersey casinos by producing more From Toyota Settlement A second employee of Birdsall approve and 28 percent have no opin- Others at Lincoln Reception jobs and additional revenue. It will New Jersey will receive $1.9 mil- Services Group, a large Monmouth ion. MOUNTAINSIDE — The Repub- former Westfield mayor, assembly- help casinos recover from the gam- lion as part of a multi-state settlement County-based engineering firm Bill Would Help Towns Absorb lican Committee of Union County is man, state senator and chief of staff ing losses that have plagued them with the Toyota Motor Company that which has a contracts with Union Loss of Major Business Taxpayer holding its annual “Lincoln Day Re- to Governor Chris Christie. For in- in recent years. It could even save resolves allegations the company County among many others, has Assemblyman Ralph R. Caputo (D- ception” in honor of one of America’s formation, call (908) 789-0200 or some casinos from closing their concealed safety issues related to pleaded guilty to participating in a 28, Belleville) has introduced legis- greatest Presidents tonight, Thurs- e-maildoors. At the same time, it will sudden, unintended acceleration in scheme in which the firm fraudu- lation that would help New Jersey day, February 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. at [email protected]. contribute to the state’s economic vehicles it manufactured and sold, lently avoided the restrictions of New municipalities absorb the devastat- L’Affaire in Mountainside. The com- Tickets are $75 and checks may be recovery and generate more rev- state Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa Jersey’s Pay-to-Play Act by disguis- ing impact to property tax rates that mittee is honoring individuals for made payable to “RCUC” and may enue for state programs for seniors said last week. ing illegal corporate political contri- occurs when a major business pulls their service to the GOP party. be purchased at the door. and the disabled.” As a result of the New-Jersey-led butions as personal contributions of up stakes and relocates out of the The Co-”Elizabeth Cox Volunteers investigation, Toyota has agreed to employees of the firm, state Attorney town or the state. of the Year” are Summit GOP Chair- pay a total of $29 million to 29 states General Jeffrey Chiesa has an- The “Corporate Disinvestment woman Lisa Allen and Elizabeth and one U.S. territory, and to make nounced. Property Tax Relief Act” (A-3807) Baamonde, the chair of the Union changes in both its corporate culture In addition to the two employees stems in large part from the June 2012 County Young Republicans, based in and corporate chain of command who have pleaded guilty, a third em- announcement by the drug maker large part upon their leadership in party designed to help avoid such situa- ployee, former Executive Vice-Presi- Roche to end their 80-plus year pres- building and hosting of campaign train- tions in the future. dent Thomas Rospos, faces a pend- ence in Nutley, a move that cost New ing programs. This award honors the Jersey nearly 1,000 jobs and has de- A complaint filed along with the ing indictment in the case, Mr. Chiesa memory of Elizabeth Cox, former Sum- Caring for your Dogs, Cats, Birds, & Exotics nied Nutley $9 million in property mit GOP chairwoman, Assembly- settlement alleges that Toyota en- said. Full Service Medical, Surgical, & Dental taxes – almost 10 percent of what the woman, and women’s rights activist. gaged in unfair and deceptive prac- Eileen Kufahl, 48, of Bradley House Calls & Boarding Available tices by failing to report a known Beach, pleaded guilty on February municipality collects annually. The “Bob Franks Elected Official Under the bill, qualifying munici- safety issue – namely a tendency of 12 to a fourth-degree charge of mak- of the Year” is Berkeley Heights Anthony Loomis, DVM certain Toyota and Lexus models — ing prohibited corporation contribu- palities would be required to send an Mayor Joseph Bruno for leading a Scott Linick DVM, FADV to accelerate unexpectedly. tions through employees. Under the application for aid to the state Division secession movement from Union Kathleen Neumann, DVM Officials Charged With Hiding plea agreement, Ms. Kufahl must of Local Government Services. Any County as well as his close personal Ronald Swist, DVM Contaminant in Water Supply forfeit $17,119, the total of the politi- municipality receiving this aid would contact with residents during Two executives of the East Orange cal contributions she made under the be required to use it to reduce the Superstorm Sandy. The award hon- Water Commission were indicted last scheme, which were allegedly reim- school and municipal portions of the ors the memory and Union County Call us today for a town’s overall property tax burden. resident Bob Franks, who served as a Westfield week on charges they falsified water bursed to her by Mr. Rospos. The Animal reports by shutting down contami- state is recommending that Ms. Assembly OKs Bipartisan Representative to the U.S. Congress, Hospital FREE Dental Exam!* Assemblyman and State Republican *Offer expires March 31, 2013. Limited to oral exams only. nated wells prior to monthly water Kufahl be sentenced to probation. 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After two and a half hours of Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman Lisa Richlin vacuuming, dusting and listening to Westfield Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER 1. Ctenidium – Respiratory organ of a Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo mollusk COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION Rep. Holt: We Can’t Afford to Go 2. Adminicle – Help; support Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly 3. Conculcate – To trample under foot EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS Back To Broken Health Care System 4. Banian – A Hindu trader or mer- Editor’s Note: The following letter will reduce the federal deficit while chant SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe from Rep. Rush Holt (D-12th) is in providing coverage to 33 million ANATREPTIC One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 response to the letter by Albert Muller Americans who are living without 1. Refuting; defeating published in the February 7, 2013 health insurance. 2. Having the shape of a funnel edition of this newspaper. Although health reform has not yet 3. Well-formed; symmetrical 4. Unable to secrete saliva Last week’s edition of this paper been fully implemented, it already is BEZAN Democrats Should Have Looked included an open letter that Albert working in important ways. For ex- 1. A fur-lined gown Muller sent to me sharing his views ample, young adults now can stay on 2. A cotton cloth from Bengal on health care reform. I am grateful their parents’ health insurance plans 3. A Brazilian parakeet to Mr. Muller for writing and appre- up to the age of 26. Women no longer 4. A large cape, or short, full cloak West For Next County Freeholder ciative to the editors for publishing face discriminatory higher premiums worn in the first half of the nineteenth my address in each edition so that or lower benefits. Millions of seniors century The Union County Regular Democratic Organiza- Was Westfield Councilman David Haas given any others may write as well. Please know and other Medicare beneficiaries have CHIRAGRA tion, as is the official title on election ballots, last consideration for this freeholder seat? He happens to that I personally read and respond to received a $250 rebate check to help 1. Gout in the hand 2. A handkerchief week unveiled its candidates for the 2013 Primary be a Democrat, so that should have made him accept- every one of the 30,000 or so letters with high prescription drug costs. 3. A fish net Election in June. The news is that Dan Sullivan will able to the party boss. He also happens to be quali- about legislative issues sent to me Additionally, more than 40 million 4. Strong beer or ale not be seeking reelection after 19 years as a Union fied and independent thinking. Perhaps that was his each year. Medicare beneficiaries are now eli- STRIGINE By now Mr. Muller should have gible for a free annual visit to their 1. Of or like an arrow or arrowhead County Freeholder. At the top of the Democratic demise. received my reply addressing his doctor and have free preventative 2. Resembling a pea in shape and size ticket this year will be Gubernatorial hopeful Bar- Currently, the freeholders’ hometowns include thoughts in detail, but in this more health care, including cancer screen- 3. Pertaining to an owl bara Buono, a state senator from Metuchen. Cranford, Elizabeth (2), Fanwood, Linden, Plainfield, public venue, I want to share a brief ings. 4. Pertaining to tortoises or turtles Looking back at his tenure, Freeholder Sullivan Roselle, Springfield and Union. overview of my perspective on health As for Mr. Muller’s assertion that I See more letters on page 5 was never afraid to speak his mind. He chaired the Based on the overwhelming voter registration reform. voted to impose the new law on con- I voted for health reform because stituents while excluding myself, that Letters to board three times in addition to stints as vice- majority Democrats hold in urban cities in Union nobody in America should face need- is incorrect. There are only 535 people chairman and as fiscal affairs committee chairman, County, it is doubtful, in our view, that Republicans less illness or death just because they in all America who must obtain their the Editor a post he holds this year. While we have not always will be able to pick up a seat anytime soon. don’t have access to a doctor. At its health coverage through the govern- Thomson Review of agreed with his or the board’s positions, such as on There is no balance on the board – a lot of urban but most basic level, health reform will ment-run insurance marketplace, we long-term municipal contracts at the county’s gar- little suburban. Those who pay much of the bills are ensure that nearly everyone in members of Congress. That’s fine Choral Arts Concert America can afford health insurance with me. bage incinerator or the county’s high amount of excluded; east meets west? Two-party government – regardless of their income, their Some have offered thoughtful ideas Was Most Unfortunate borrowing, we do recognize that Mr. Sullivan has would be a welcomed change. But we are not going age, or any pre-existing illness or for ways to improve upon health re- The “review” by Barbara Thomson made his mark on the board. to hold our breath. condition. form, and surely the law, like every of the recent Choral Arts Society We believe he has made the appropriate decision Over the last few years a splinter group calling How does the law accomplish this? major American law, will be revised concert was most unfortunate. She to step down so he can concentrate on running the itself Democrats for Change has run candidates in Beginning next year, insurance com- and refined over time. But to those heavily criticized the students for their panies will be prohibited from deny- who seek to abolish health reform’s county’s utilities authority. This also gives someone the Democratic Primary Election, but has been com- performances, calling for the Choral ing you coverage or charging you most fundamental guarantee – that Arts Society only to hire professional else the chance to step to the plate and serve this ing up on the losing end – that is, if they even get to sky-high rates just because you hap- every American should have access musicians. county as a freeholder. We wish Freeholder Sullivan the Primary. Last year, Union County Clerk Joanne pen to be sick or elderly or unem- to health coverage – I simply say this: How discouraging to the students well in the future. Rajoppi ruled the Change slate did not have the ployed or poor. Health reform also I respectfully disagree. Health re- whom one must hope will not thus be The county Democrat bosses have chosen new- required 100 signatures of registered Democrats in ensures that, if your income is too form is already working, and as it is discouraged from pursuing a career low for you to afford health insur- fully implemented in the next few comer Sergio Granados, the president of the Eliza- the county and threw the candidates off the Primary in music! The performing arts flour- ance on your own, you still can gain years, I believe it will work even ish when students are encouraged in beth Portugal Day Parade Committee, to fill Mr. ballot. Will the Change ticket challenge the organi- coverage, either through a state-run better. What we can’t afford now is to their work. Sullivan’s seat come January 2014. While we do not zation line this year? Will any other Democrats run program such as Medicaid or through go back to the broken system that Barbara Thomson failed to say that know of Mr. Granados, we feel the party lost a against the party? After all, the Primary has become subsidized insurance on the private served America so poorly for so many her husband is a professional musi- golden opportunity to look to towns to the west – like the de facto county election. market. And the law does this in a decades. cian. Here is a very considerable con- fiscally responsible way. The non- Summit, Westfield, New Providence or Berkeley Will Republicans make a legitimate run at free- Rep. Rush Holt (D) flict of interest that puts into question partisan Congressional Budget Of- the impartiality of her “review.” Heights – for the next freeholder. Why is it that holder this year on the heels of Governor Chris 12th Congressional District fice shows that health care reform Stephen Schoeman Elizabeth has to hold two seats? Isn’t this an at-large Christie’s reelection bid? Westfield board? Westfield pays about 11 percent of the county Will anyone run against incumbent state senators Westfield Councilman Haas Supports tax, or $32 million, with Summit paying 10 percent, and assembly members in the Primary? Lance Statement On or just under $31 million. In our view, these towns on April 1 (an appropriate April date?) is the filing MAIG, ‘Mayors Against Illegal Guns’ Senator Lautenberg the western section of the county need a voice. deadline for the Primary. I urge Mayor Skibitsky to join away from our community and WASHINGTON, D.C. – Re: Sena- Mayor Bloomberg’s coalition of schools; and passage of legislation tor Frank Lautenberg’s decision not Mayors Against Illegal Guns that would make gun trafficking a to seek another term in the United (MAIG). This is a bipartisan group of federal crime. States Senate: Will Lautenberg Be Called Out mayors supporting moderate mea- These are widely supported and “I express my deep appreciation sures to limit gun violence in our moderate measures. In a recent poll, for Senator Lautenberg’s more than communities. I also strongly support 96 percent of N.J. Residents overall three decades of distinguished public Of Retirement a Third Time? our council passing the model ordi- and more than 90 percent of those in service to the State of New Jersey and nance distributed by the MAIG. homes with a gun supported uniform the nation. While we may not have We remember the first time Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D) on allegations that he accepted trips (and other things) We were all affected by the shock- background checks. The poll found always agreed on public policy is- retired in 2000. Heading toward election defeat in 2002, from a Florida campaign donor. ing violence at Newtown, Conn. - high support for limiting access to sues, I have long admired the Senator Robert Torricelli (D) was mired in a scandal and With the exception of former NBA great Bill Bradley December 14th. The town council assault weapons (69 percent) and high Senator’s tenacity and tireless work resigned. Arguably past the legal deadline, Sen. Lautenberg (D), New Jersey has not had much success with U.S. and mayor received several e-mails capacity magazines (70 percent). The ethic on behalf of the people of New was called in to pinch hit for “The Torch.” Senators. Another Senator, Harrison Williams (D), who from parents concerned about their MAIG website states, “We support Jersey. I look forward to continuing We wish Senator Lautenberg well in his second retire- was born in Plainfield and for a time lived in Westfield, children’s safety at their schools. The the Second Amendment and the rights to work with him during the 113th ment. We muse whether he will be called back into duty served time in a federal prison after the FBI snared him for mayor and the superintendent of of citizens to own guns. We recog- Congress.” again to replace Senator Bob Menendez (D), who is being bribery and conspiracy in the Abscam sting operation schools issued a joint communica- nize that the vast majority of gun investigated by the FBI and the Senate Ethics Committee during the 1970s. tion about the procedures and pre- dealers and gun owners carefully fol- Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) paredness of the schools if such an low the law.” No one is suggesting Holt Statement On incident were to occur here. Clearly, taking away the right to own a gun. as a community where raising fami- Unfortunately, rather than joining Senator Lautenberg lies is at the core of who we are, this with these mayors, or passing a reso- WASHINGTON, D.C. – Re: Sena- issue is of deep concern and one that lution that included some of the prin- tor Frank Lautenberg’s decision not directly affects our residents. ciples, the mayor introduced and the to seek another term in the United We cannot pass local laws to di- council passed its own resolution States Senate: rectly impact gun violence. The resi- which in my view offers little more “There is no one in New Jersey dents appearing before the council than a weak statement that we oppose history quite like Frank R. the past two weeks, instead, asked gun violence. The resolution calls for Lautenberg. He is a true champion the mayor to join the mayors of state and federal legislators to pass for New Jersey, an effective advocate Fanwood, Cranford, Scotch Plains, legislation to prevent gun violence and skillful politician, and someone Madison, Milburn, Morristown and and residents to provide input to the who has never forgotten his roots or many others as a member of MAIG governors NJ SAFE task force. The the valuable role that government and to lobby our federal officials for mayor refused to join MAIG. Given can play in helping people. moderate measures to lessen gun vio- the years of debate on this issue and “It is a privilege to continue work- lence. I asked the council to pass the the wide public support for these ing with Frank on so many issues, MAIG model resolution supporting specific regulations we could hardly from preventing harassment in these same principles: have done less. I hope my colleagues schools to promoting research and Increased reporting of mental on the council and the mayor will re- development to keeping our trains health records into the NICS data- think their positions and join me in and buses safe. base; passage of The Fix Gun Checks telling our representatives that we’ve “As Frank has said himself, much Act in the United States Congress; seen enough gun violence. work remains to be done over the legislation to get military-style weap- David Haas next two years. In particular, America ons and high-capacity magazines Westfield Councilman will be a safer and better place when more in Congress listen to Frank’s Status Quo on Gun Violence Must longstanding, relentless, and passion- ate pleas to stop gun violence. Change, The World Is Watching “Frank remains a terrific friend to New Jerseyans and to me.” As a senior and grandmother of ety. More recently, the shootings in four, I view the current gun-control Tucson (Gabby Giffords) Aurora Rep. Rush Holt (NJ-12, D) debate with sadness and a stark sense (movie theatre), the Sikh Temple in of unreality. Wisconsin, Oikos University in Oak- ONE WORD, Since 1981 when James Brady, land, Calf., Virginia Tech and Sandy “PLASTICS” press secretary to President Reagan, Hook elementary school. Since Sandy was permanently disabled to a 1993 Hook there have been over 1700 kill- State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District shooting spree on the Long Island ings including the tragic shooting of Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) Railroad which resulted in the death Hadiya Pendleton in Chicago, Janu- 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 of Carolyn McCarthy’s husband and ary 2013. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 her son being permanently injured to The rate of people killed by guns in (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford the massacre at Columbine in 1999, the United States is 19.5 times higher Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. we have become a more violent soci- than similar countries. Can we as the Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 12th Congressional District beacon to all the world do better? I Rep. Rush Holt (D) Union County Freeholders think we can. The time is now to (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 Elizabeth, New Jersey Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 50 Washington Rd., West Windsor, N.J. 08550 notify our legislators that the status (609) 750-9365 (908) 527-4200 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] quo of gun violence in our country Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains must change. The whole world is are in the 12th Congressional District] Linda Carter, chair (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] watching us. LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Rosemarie Dazzo Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] (908) 527-4419 NJ Residents for Action Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] [email protected] Westfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 21, 2013 Page 5 Guns, Violence, Education; Taxing Della Fera Announces Reelection Fake Farmers Receive An Abusive Mode Pits People Against People Bid for Westfield Council, First Ward 98 Percent Property Tax Break Fifty days have passed since the ing is essential. It’s not that these students It has been both my pleasure and my Most important, I have been responsive TRENTON – Legislation spon- property,” said Asw. Beck. “After sev- shootings in Newtown. We’ve heard a lot are any less intelligent than the others, privilege to represent the people of the to the needs of my constituents, listening sored by Senator Jennifer Beck (R- eral years of advocacy on this issue, I of politicians and others calling for stricter but they have learning styles that require First Ward on the Westfield to their concerns, providing 11, Monmouth) and Senate Presi- am pleased that we are moving closer gun control. So far it has been all talk but special emphasis. Town Council. Westfield con- helpful information and assist- dent Steve Sweeney (D-3, Gloucester) than ever to strengthening this law. God knows we need to tighten back- In his book, “Outliers,” Malcolm tinues to be the envy of other ing with the resolution of prob- ground checks and reinstate the ban on Gladwell writes about how the systems communities. We are a desir- lems whenever practicable. to prevent abuse of the state’s farm- Fake farmers receive an inappropriate assault weapons. We also need to address we create enable some individuals to able place to live and raise a Although Westfield has faced land assessment law has been re- tax benefit at the expense of their mental health issues. While addressing excel while they also prevent others from family, and a premier destina- unprecedented challenges over ported favorably by the Assembly neighbors and violate the public trust.” these issues is necessary, some of the having their talents uncovered and devel- tion in the region for shopping, the past few years – natural, Appropriations Committee. The legislation, S- 589, was ap- problems causing this increase in vio- oped. Whether it is education, sports or dining and entertainment. My financial and otherwise – we “This bill modernizes the law to proved by the full Senate last year. A lence is rooted much earlier in the human the arts we need to develop every child’s family and I have been proud to have overcome them together better ensure that only those who 2010 series by the Asbury Park Press life cycle and is the outcome of our mis- talents so that they can reach their poten- call Westfield our home for 17 with the help of strong and ca- actively work the land receive the 98 enumerated many of the abuses of placed priorities. tial. Obviously no system will be com- years. We enjoy its excellent pable leadership. If elected, I percent property tax break on their and deficiencies in the current law. Very simply, we need to look at how pletely fail-safe; however, there is no school system, its vibrant and Sam Della Fera will continue my commitment we are educating our children today and question in my mind that we can do award-winning downtown and to provide the local services how we fund public education. Funding better. its charming neighborhoods. As that we deserve and have come Rep. Holt Announces Upcoming our schools through local taxes pits people It would be wonderful if we had unlim- a member of the Town Council, my focus to expect, in as cost-effective a manner as against people and not only are our chil- ited resources, but we don’t and as long has been, and will continue to be, to possible, and I will continue to aggres- ‘Community Office Hours’ dren losing out but so is our population as as we fund public education primarily protect and preserve our exceptional qual- sively advocate on behalf of First Ward a whole. Perhaps if our politicians wit- through local taxes we won’t. Still, our ity of life. and all Westfield residents. I remain ready, Editor’s Note: As of January this year, brary, 1927 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains. nessed first hand for themselves our priorities are too often misplaced and Because I believe that I can continue to willing and able to do the work necessary most of Scotch Plains and all of Fanwood March 5, Old Bridge Public Li- schools they could make better decisions then we justify them by scapegoating. be an effective advocate for the residents to maintain Westfield’s distinctive char- are in 12th Congressional District. brary, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge. that would benefit everyone. We blame teachers and say they’re of Westfield’s First Ward, I will be ask- acter and financial well-being, and I look WEST WINDSOR – U.S. Rep. March 7, Hopewell Borough Hall, For the past year and a half, I have underworked and self-serving. We blame ing them for another term as their coun- forward to making our town an even Rush Holt (D-12th) on Tuesday an- 88 East Broad Street, Hopewell. been privileged, yes privileged, to serve students and say they are lazy or lack the cilman this November. During my cur- more special place to live. nounced an upcoming series of March 14, Pennington Borough Hall, as a substitute teacher in the Scotch Plains- intellectual capabilities to excel. Neither rent term, I have been available to and Sam Della Fera, Jr. “Community Office Hours” in towns 30 North Main Street, Pennington. Fanwood School system. I have witnessed is necessarily true. engaged with residents, and I have helped Westfield Councilman some phenomenal teachers dedicated to What is most distressing is that rather to manage the town’s affairs responsibly. throughout Central New Jersey. March 16, South Brunswick Mu- their profession, genuinely interested in than being places where learning is val- Members of Rep. Holt’s staff will nicipal Building, 540 Ridge Road, and for their students, who are striving to ued for itself, our systems have created be available to assist residents who Monmouth Junction. make a difference in their student’s lives. schools where winners and losers are Disqualify A Person Named On The are having problems with Social Se- March 21, Hopewell Township They are doing this even as our politi- being produced. When individuals fall curity, Medicare, Medicaid, the VA, Municipal Building, 201 Washington cians vilify, and demean them as the through the cracks, their self-esteem is FBI Terrorist Watch List U.S Citizenship and Immigration Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville. source of the problems plaguing our shattered and their productivity can be It’s basic common sense – no gun the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Services, or any other federal agency. March 26, Monroe Public Library, schools today. lost forever. The answers to addressing licenses for those on the FBI Terrorist Terrorist Screening Center from being Staff also will be available to provide 4 Municipal Plaza, Monroe. If anything good can possibly be drawn their needs will never come from vilify- Watch List. It is also the basis of key issued either a firearm’s identification information on federal grants and March 28, Dunellen Public Library, from the horrible situation in Newtown ing teachers, or throwing up our hands legislation included in a comprehensive card or a permit to purchase a handgun. contracts, acquiring flags flown over 100 New Market Road, Dunellen. perhaps it was the heroic roles teachers claiming such students are simply lost Assembly Democratic bill package on While current law provides for the played in trying to protect their students causes. To do so, will only compound our gun violence prevention. issuance of a firearms identification card the U.S. Capitol, and more. Manville Public Library, 100 South in the face of overwhelming depravity. problems later on, and other systems, Let’s face it. Any discussion on gun or permit to be denied to any person if it The office hours are intended to 10th Avenue, Manville. For those of you who have children in the justice or otherwise, will ending up ab- violence can be an emotional issue ripe “would not be in the interest of the public provide an easy, accessible way for April 11, Cranbury Municipal Build- Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District, sorbing additional expenses down the with disagreement, but one would think health, safety or welfare,” the serious and residents to receive help. Those who ing, 23A North Main Street, Cranbury. count yourselves fortunate because I have road. the concept- no gun permits for terror- potentially threatening nature of a person are unable to attend may seek assis- Plainfield Public Library, 800 Park seen equally dedicated teachers here who No system will ever prevent all chil- ists- would be a slam dunk with everyone named on the Terrorist Watchlist war- tance at any time by calling 1-87- Avenue, Plainfield. are passionate about what they are doing dren from falling through the cracks. I am charged with representing the public in- rants a separate statutory provision deny- RUSH-HOLT (1-877-874-4658). April 16, Jamesburg Public Library, for your children. not some kind of Pollyanna thinker who terest. Shockingly, this is not so. ing that person’s capability to lawfully Community Office Hours will run 229 Gatzmer Avenue, Jamesburg. Scotch Plains-Fanwood is fortunate to believes otherwise, but I do believe each When a bill I sponsored to keep guns obtain a firearm in this state. An ag- from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at each location. April 18, Ewing Branch of the Mercer have their share of gifted and talented young person deserves our best efforts. out of the hands of those named on the grieved person who is denied a permit students; the kind that all teachers love to Politicians who simplify the problem by national Terrorist Watch List came up for under the bill would have the right to February 19, Milltown Public Li- County Library, 61 Scotch Road, Ewing. teach; the ones we know will grow up to blaming educators will never be part of consideration, many Assembly Republi- request a hearing in Superior Court to brary, 20 West Church Street, Milltown. South River Borough Hall, 48 be successful in whatever they choose to the solution. We need politicians, com- cans voted against it. appeal the denial. February 21, North Brunswick Washington Street, South River. do. But there are also those who are “just” munities and parents to work with our One Republican lawmaker likened the This is the bottom line: We should Municipal Building, 710 Hermann April 23, Plainsboro Municipal Build- average, those who are struggling and educators and not just to get better test bill to a “communist witch hunt,” and never underestimate what a terrorist may Road, North Brunswick. ing, 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro. those with learning issues whose self- scores, but to reach out to those students others showed their dissent by either vot- or may not do. February 26, Fanwood Borough Hall, April 30, Franklin Public Li- esteem is being worn down through no who are on the edge. We need more ing no or abstaining against the bill. We, as Americans, have experienced 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood. brary, 485 DeMott Lane, fault of their own. These are the students teachers and better-equipped aides. The Terrorists are on the Watch List be- too much violence in the past two de- February 28, Scotch Plains Public Li- Somerset. I am more concerned about. future of our life together depends on it. cause their intentions to harm people and cades, devastating and life-changing. Our To lay the blame on these students, or Perhaps the time has come to recog- property are well-known. children or communities have endured their teachers is to miss the point. It is a nize our children as the gifts they are and Consider this: more than 200 people much more than deserved. Today, it seems The Family Law Department of systemic problem and if we really want to also to recognize the men and women suspected of ties to terrorism bought guns as one community heals another is just lessen the chances of future Newtown’s who have dedicated themselves to edu- into the U.S. in 2010 alone. Those 247 beginning the process at the hands of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. 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We must at all abilities. lessen the probability of future individu- be able to stop a terrorist from buying a times and all costs do what best for the Teachers cannot possibly meet all their als seeing their lives as hopelessly lost; dangerous weapon in the United States.” people of New Jersey. Nothing can make students’ needs when they have 20 to 25 maybe keeping them from acting out in My bill, quite simply, would statuto- more sense than that. or more students in a class. For the major- violence to themselves and to others. rily establish a specific safeguard to dis- ity of students, class sizes of 20 to 25 are Asw. Linda Stender The Rev. Alan C. French qualify a person named on the consoli- Scotch Plains fine but for others more individual teach- Scotch Plains dated Terrorist Watchlist maintained by OWEN BRAND ML# 222999 Your Hometown MORTGAGE BANKER

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Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] Page 6 Thursday, February 21, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Rotary to Present POLICE BLOTTER Pancake Breakfast March 2 WESTFIELD – The Rotary Club grants to more than 1,500 students. Westfield warrant issued by the Scotch Plains of Westfield’s 47th Annual Pancake The Rotary Club of Westfield meets Monday, February 11, a truck driver Court. He was transported to police Breakfast will be held on Saturday, every Tuesday for lunch at the reported that he was the victim of an headquarters, processed and released. March 2, from 8 a.m. to noon in the Westfield Area “Y,” located at 220 assault that occurred in the down- Friday, February 15, Antonio Westfield High School cafeteria, lo- Clark Street in Westfield. Guests and town area during an altercation with Malagon, 18, of Plainfield was ar- cated at 550 Dorian Road. Tickets interested prospective members are another individual whose motor ve- rested after a motor vehicle stop on purchased at the door will be $10. always welcome. For more informa- hicle, the other person claimed, was Route 22 on an outstanding $120 During the event, there will be a tion, visit westfieldrotary.com. being blocked by the truck. Accord- warrant issued by the Scotch Plains 50-50 cash raffle to support Rotary ing to police, the two entered into a Court. He was transported to police Foundation scholarships for Westfield Registration to Begin verbal altercation that turned physi- headquarters and released. students. Additionally, local school cal. No injuries were reported and no Friday, February 15, a resident of and community music groups will For Senior Yoga arrests were made, authorities said. Cooper Road reported that sometime provide live entertainment through- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Tuesday, February 12, Moses overnight someone entered her yard out the morning. The Westfield Com- Plains Recreation Commission has Coley, Jr., 57, of Roselle was picked and removed her mailbox, valued at munity Band, Westfield High School announced that registration for the up at the Middlesex County jail on an approximately $150. and Intermediate School Jazz Bands next Senior Yoga session will begin outstanding Westfield warrant for Friday, February 15, a resident of and a variety of other school extra- on Tuesday, March 5. Senior Yoga $299. He was transported to police Lenape Way reported that sometime curricular performing musical groups will run on Mondays and Wednes- headquarters, processed and posted overnight someone entered his un- will participate. days, March 11 to April 17, for 12 PURIM CELEBRATION…Third-grade students at Temple Emanu-El of bail. locked motor vehicle and removed a A Children’s Fair, sponsored by sessions from noon to 1 p.m. The Westfield wear the masks they made in their art class for the Jewish Holiday of Tuesday, February 12, Alexsander GPS unit, valued at approximately the Westfield Area “Y,” featuring a class will feature yoga that can be Purim, which will start the evening of Saturday, February 23. Leon, 26, of Clark was arrested on an $90. Moonwalk, face painting, spin art, done either traditionally or in a chair. outstanding Westfield warrant for Saturday, February 16, Cherish balloons and many other activities, The class also will use bands to help $219 after turning himself in at po- Payne, 26, of Colonia was arrested also will be available for families to with stretching and toning the body. Mandolinist Mitterhoff lice headquarters. He was processed after a motor vehicle stop on Park enjoy. There will be a silent auction Registration can be done in person and released after posting bail. Avenue on an outstanding $363 war- of 21 handcrafted and unique trays, at the recreation office, located in the To Perform at Library Tuesday, February 12, Christopher rant issued by the Scotch Plains Court. with all proceeds of the auction ben- Scotch Plains Municipal Building at Remigio, 33, of Roselle Park was She was transported to police head- efiting the Westfield High School Fine 430 Park Avenue, beginning at 8:30 FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- recording music for the Coen Broth- arrested and charged with driving quarters, processed and released. Arts Department. a.m. on March 5, or completed online morial Library invites members of ers’ film, O Brother Where Art Thou? while intoxicated (DWI) pursuant to Mountainside Local youth organizations, includ- by accessing scotchplainsnj.com, the community for an evening with The Friends of the Fanwood Me- a motor vehicle stop at West North Tuesday, February 12, Michael A. ing the Westfield High School Rotary clicking on the “Community Pass” mandolinist and Scotch Plains resi- morial Library will present this free Avenue and Clark Street. He was Massimo, 34, of Roselle Park was Interact Club and Elementary School link and selecting the “2013 Winter dent Barry Mitterhoff on Wednes- program. The library is located at transported to police headquarters, arrested following a motor vehicle Early Act Clubs, Westfield Area “Y” Brochure” season. The fee for the day, February 27, at 7:30 p.m. North Avenue and Tillotson Road. To processed and released to a respon- stop on Route 22 for allegedly driv- Leaders Club and Black Achievers class is $15 per person. Mr. Mitterhoff will present man- register or obtain more information, sible adult. ing with a suspended license. He was Club, and Boy Scouts will volunteer Additionally, registration for the dolin music ranging from classical call the library at (908) 322-6400. Wednesday, February 13, a resi- processed and released at the scene. to support the breakfast. Senior Zumba class is now under- to klezmer. Joe Selly and Dan Weiss dent of the 1000 block of Central Wednesday, February 13, a resi- Proceeds from this event will sup- way, with the first session of class to will join him on guitars. Mr. Avenue reported that someone un- dent of Deer Path came into police port the Rotary Scholarship Fund and take place Tuesday, February 26. Mitterhoff performs bluegrass, clas- known had possibly gained entry to headquarters to report that someone Rotary Community Service Grants. For more information about these sical, swing and jazz, plus a variety her residence. According to police, had opened up a PayPal account us- Since the inception of the Pancake programs, call the Scotch Plains Rec- of ethnic styles such as Brazilian, no signs of forced entry were ob- ing his identity and made a purchase Breakfast in 1967, the Rotary Club reation Department at (908) 322- Neapolitan songs and klezmer, served but the power to the residence of a gift card in the amount of $1,175 has awarded $2 million in scholarship 6700, extension no. 223. among others. had been shut off. on the Internet. According to police, He has recorded on the BMG, Sony, Wednesday, February 13, Tiquana the PayPal account was cancelled Flying Fish, Rounder and other record Cabbell, 24, of Dunellen was arrested and a check of the gift card revealed Love Beyond Valentine’s Day labels with artists such as Metropoli- at North Plainfield police headquar- that it was cashed the same day it was tan Opera tenor Jerry Hadley, Julius ters on open warrants from Westfield, purchased. Reflections by Peter M. Kalellis Imagine if all human relationships LaRosa, Tom Chapin, Hazel Dickens, for $3,000; New Providence, for Thursday, February 14, a resident A local therapist began with the belief that people are Tony Trischka and under his own $1,000, and Sayreville, for $198. of Central Avenue was traveling in Cards with intimate messages, innately wonderful and beautiful – name. He has performed at the White Cabbell was processed and held for the left lane of Route 22, East, when flowers, candlelight dinners, special and with an inner capacity to love. It House, the Library of Congress, the court. she observed a black motor vehicle in gifts – all these and more make may be hard to conceive this, for we Rainbow Room, Carnegie Hall, Avery Wednesday, February 13, after be- the right lane begin to enter the left Valentine’s Day a heartwarming ex- may not see this capacity in our- Fisher Hall and Alice Tully Hall. ing stopped on Rahway Avenue near lane. According to police, the driver perience that expresses love. selves. Yet beyond our su- He can be heard on the soundtracks West Broad Street for a motor vehicle honked at the other vehicle to alert Why not? And one wonders perficiality we are people of You’ve Got Mail, Mickey Blue Eyes violation, Damien Price, 25, of the operator, described as an elderly what other seen or unseen with a potential for loving. and Two Family House, as well as Barry Mitterhoff Rahway was arrested on an outstand- female, but the elderly woman’s ve- signs of love are exchanged Dr. Peter M. Kalellis is a ing Linden warrant. He was processed hicle sideswiped the victim’s vehicle between people after licensed psychotherapist and released after posting $200 bail. and then drove off without stopping. Valentine’s Day. and author of eight self-help Foundation Grant Helps Friday, February 15, Olga Leon- Saturday, February 16, Raymond One of our greatest needs books currently in the mar- Soto, 31, of Clark was arrested and E. Colon, 31, of Manville was ar- is to know that we are ac- ket. He offers Individual, charged with DWI following an acci- rested following a motor vehicle stop cepted, appreciated and Marriage and Family Squad Purchase Vehicle dent investigation on the 900 block on Route 22 for allegedly driving loved. Each one of us has to Therapy at his office, 232 SCOTCH PLAINS – The Inves- scene of a fire. of West South Avenue. No injuries with a suspended license. He was feel certain, deep down in St. Paul Street in Westfield, tors Foundation is continuing its “During a fire, firefighters can face were reported. Leon-Soto was re- processed and released at the scene. our heart, that someone Peter M. Kalellis N.J. longstanding support of non-profit life-threatening medical issues as a leased to a responsible adult. Saturday, February 16, Malik A. loves us, cares for us, and Phone: (908) 232-6118. organizations that enrich the com- result of extreme temperatures and Scotch Plains Howard, 33, of Irvington was ar- has our best interests at heart. That is E-mail: [email protected]. munities served by Investors Bank. other factors,” explained Ed Fiedler, Tuesday, February 12, a resident rested after a motor vehicle stop on a deep-rooted need in everyone’s in- Website: www.PeterKalellis.com. The Foundation recently awarded a the squad’s president. “The rehab of Hetfield Avenue reported that Route 22 for allegedly driving with a ner self, our psyche. We want to know Individuals facing personal prob- $2,500 grant to the Scotch Plains vehicle features equipment to moni- sometime during the day someone suspended license. He was processed that someone special loves us with lems or couples in troubled relation- Rescue Squad to help offset the tor and treat firefighters, ensuring damaged the windshield wipers on and released at the scene. good intentions, too difficult to de- ships experience VIP service, find squad’s recent purchase of a fire re- that they are healthy and able to ful- her motor vehicle. Fanwood scribe. relief and supportive solutions in my hab/special operations vehicle. fill their duties. We’re grateful to or- Tuesday, February 12, Joshua Wednesday, February 13, Vincent Love is a state of being. Love is not office. The Scotch Plains Rescue Squad is ganizations like the Investors Foun- Newberg of Westfield was arrested Chiles, 56, of Plainfield was arrested an outside feeling; it is deep within Paid Bulletin Board the designated emergency medical dation for their friendship and gener- and charged with driving while in- following a motor vehicle stop at each person. We can never lose it, and goleader.com/express service for the Township of Scotch ous support.” toxicated (DWI) after a motor ve- North and Hunter Avenues on an it can never leave us. Plains. The squad recently acquired a Paid Bulletin Board hicle stop on East Second Street. Af- active warrant out of Fanwood. He rehabilitation vehicle to provide goleader.com/express ter Newberg failed multiple field so- was processed, posted bail and re- medical services to firefighters at the briety tests he was transported to po- leased. The Arc’s Candlelight Ball lice headquarters, processed and re- Thursday, February 14, Brian leased. McQueen, 40, of Plainfield was ar- Big Read Lecture Series Wednesday, February 13, a resi- rested following a motor vehicle stop To Take Place March 23 dent of Pine Terrace reported that she at LaGrande and Beech Avenues on MOUNTAINSIDE – The Arc of Sponsor is Investors Bank. Patron has been having an on-going dispute an active warrant out of Piscataway. Union County will host its 49th Sponsors include Document Solu- To Commence Feb. 28 with her neighbor who, she claims, He was processed, posted bail and Annual Candlelight Ball on Satur- tions, Principled Advisors and Ray SCOTCH PLAINS – The Big Read The World of Dominican Baseball” yells obscenities at her all the time. released. day, March 23, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Catena of Union. will continue at the Scotch Plains – Eric Fisher, sportswriter. Wednesday, February 13, a resi- Friday, February 15, Jamil Powell, L’Affaire, located at 1099 Route For more information about Public Library next Thursday, Feb- Thursday, March 21, “The Latin dent of Jerusalem Road reported that 23, of Newark was arrested follow- 22, East, in Mountainside. This sponsorship, advertising or tick- ruary 28, with the first of a series of American Novel as History” – Pro- sometime overnight someone slashed ing a motor vehicle stop at Martine event will be open to the public. ets, contact Trish Felix at (973) lectures designed to provide context fessor David Blackmore, New Jersey all four tires on his motor vehicle. and Pleasant Avenues on an active Each year, more than 200 guests 315-0020 or [email protected]. and richer understanding of the book City University. Wednesday, February 13, a resi- warrant out of Newark. He was pro- join The Arc to celebrate and honor Founded in 1949, The Arc of the community will Thursday, April 11, dent of West Broad Street reported cessed, posted bail and released. those who, with vision and com- Union County is a non-profit orga- read and discuss, “In “The Women in Julia that someone had made approxi- Friday, February 15, June Dennis, mitment, make a significant dif- nization that serves more than the Time of the Butter- Alvarez’s Fiction” – mately $1,500 in purchases on her 46, of Plainfield was arrested follow- ference within the community. 1,000 children and adults with in- flies” by Julia Alvarez. Professor Grisel Lopez- credit card without her authorization. ing a motor vehicle stop at East 7th Funds raised from the event help tellectual and developmental dis- The library is located Diaz, New Jersey City Wednesday, February 13, a resi- Street and Terrill Road on an active to support programs and services abilities and their families. Fur- at 1927 Bartle Avenue. University. dent of Birch Street reported that warrant out of Scotch Plains. She was offered by The Arc to children and ther information is available at That evening at 7 Monday, April 22, sometime overnight someone entered processed, posted bail and released. adults with intellectual and devel- arcunion.org. p.m., Jahaira Arias of “Butterflies in Art” – his unlocked motor vehicle and re- Friday, February 15, Kendrick opmental disabilities throughout Rutgers University Andrea Karanik, Scotch moved a GPS unit, valued at approxi- Fulton, 43, of Irvington was arrested Union County and surrounding ‘Y’ Yoga Fundraiser will present “The Plains-Fanwood High mately $150. following a motor vehicle stop at counties. Dominican Republic School. Wednesday, February 13, a resi- North Avenue and Oak Court on an Judith A. Witterschein, Candle- To Aid Strong Kids in the 20th Century,” In addition to the lec- dent of Maple Hill Road reported that active warrant out of Roselle. He was light Ball chairwoman and vice- WESTFIELD – In celebration of the period of tures, The Big Read in- sometime overnight someone entered processed, posted bail and released. his unlocked motor vehicle and re- Saturday, February 16, Orlend Gil- president of The Arc’s board of this Sunday, February 24, being Dominican history in Jahaira Arias cludes music, art directors, has announced that four World Yoga Day, the Westfield Area which the real-life projects, book discus- moved an iPod and jacket, valued at bert, 40, of Plainfield was arrested individuals and one corporation “Y” will hold its third annual “Yoga events that Alvarez fictionalized took sions and festivities at the Scotch Plains approximately $200. following a motor vehicle stop on the will be honored during this year’s Fundraiser” from 4:15 to 7 p.m. that place, including the prelude to, and Public Library, as well as interdiscipli- Friday, February 15, Rican 180 block of South Avenue on an event. The honorees are as fol- day to benefit its Strong Kids Cam- aftermath of, General Trujillo’s 30- nary studies for students in kindergar- Osbourne, 20, of Plainfield was ar- active warrant out of Plainfield. He lows: paign. year dicatorship, which ended in ten through grade 12 in district schools. rested after a motor vehicle stop on was processed, posted bail and re- Kimo Lorimor of Warren, a five- The program will be held at the 1961. A Doctoral student in the Managed by Arts Midwest, the Terrill Road on an outstanding $189 leased. year-old student at The Arc Kohler Main “Y” Facility, located at 220 department of history at Rutgers Big Read is an initiative of the Na- School, will be recognized as the Clark Street in Westfield. All pro- University, Ms. Arias specializes in tional Endowment for the Arts de- 2013 Ambassador of Goodwill. ceeds will support the Strong Kids the history of Latin America. signed to restore reading to the cen- Hillside Man Is Charged Mady Cannone of Westfield, who Campaign, which ensures that no The lecture series also will in- ter of American culture. has excelled and performed out- one who is experiencing a bona fide clude the following, all beginning The Big Read partners welcome standing service volunteering with financial hardship is turned away at 7 p.m.: all participants to the many free With Theft by Extortion The Arc, will receive the 2013 Vol- for the inability to pay for programs Monday, March 4, “Protest Art” events planned through mid-June. AREA – Authorities arrested a the payment. An undercover officer unteer of the Year Award. or memberships. – Andrea Karanik, Scotch Plains- More information may be found at Hillside man on February 15 and acting as the resident provided Patrick Ryan of Scotch Plains This year’s event will focus on Fanwood High School. scotlib.org and on the library’s Big charged him with third degree theft Toucheque with an envelope and re- will be recognized with the 2013 chakras, which according to yoga Wednesday, March 6, “Beisbol – Read blog, bigreadsppl.tumblr.com/ by extortion, Union County Prosecu- ceived a receipt from the Burlington Florence M. Levine Achievement philosophy are the seven centers of . tor Theodore J. Romankow an- County Taxpayers Association, bear- Award for his personal and social spiritual energy in the human body. nounced. ing his signature, in return. growth. Participants will experience two-and- Mountainside Cub Scouts A Berkeley Heights resident con- After the interaction at the Berke- Sally Curci of Cranford, an ad- a-half hours of yoga sessions. Every- tacted members of the Union County ley Heights residence, the investiga- vocate and dedicated fundraiser one will begin together for an hour, Prosecutor’s Office earlier this month, tion continued and could not cor- whose contributions to The Arc then select two of the four shorter Collect Food For Needy saying a man had called her resi- roborate Toucheque’s claims of there have helped to enrich many lives, workshops, and reunite for a closing. MOUNTAINSIDE – Superstorm Belden. “Some of the packages will dence and claimed that he had infor- being a victim, or of a crime occur- will receive The Betty McGhee The opening program will cover the Sandy may have disrupted many lo- be going to other food banks in the mation of a criminal nature against ring. The investigation further re- Spirit of The Arc. seven chakras and their intermingling cal plans, but it did not stop area as well.” her son. The caller, later identified as vealed that the Burlington County Homewood Suites, located in in the physical and spiritual body. The Mountainside Cub Scouts from gath- “We want to thank the Scouts and Lee Toucheque, 62, claimed to be Taxpayers Association is headquar- Cranford, will be recognized with four breakout sessions will dig deeper ering food for the needy. their parents for organizing this drive acting on behalf of the alleged victim’s tered at Toucheque’s Hillside address, the 2013 Community Corporate into the chakras, allowing attendees to Originally set for distribution in and also the church members who family and said that they would not and filings show he runs the organi- Champion Award. Homewood has select those that most interest them. time for Thanksgiving, the food drive helped transport the packages. Try to contact the authorities if the woman zation. had a long-standing relationship The closing will include a variety of was postponed until January 12. imagine a shopping cart loaded with made a $10,000 donation to a non- “This defendant was a fraud and with The Arc, providing rooms for relaxation modes. The $25 contribu- Members of Cub Scout Pack No. 177 800 bags of groceries,” he added. profit organization. sought to profit on lies,” said Mr. the Weekend in the Community tion also will include a two-week free and their parents collected the food The Scouts hung a yellow bag on After ending the initial call, Romankow. “It is unclear why he Respite Program. pass to all yoga classes at the Westfield bags on a blustery Saturday. The more the front door of houses in all neigh- Toucheque contacted the Berkeley targeted this family.” Guests at the Candlelight Ball will Area “Y.” than 800 bags of food were brought borhoods in the borough and picked Heights resident two additional times Toucheque works as a school trans- enjoy cocktails, fine dining, a si- Interested persons may register to Mountainside’s Community Pres- them up the following week. “We are the following day, February 6. At that portation driver and was arrested at lent auction, music and dancing. online, at the “Y” Welcome Center or byterian Church for distribution. happy to be able to provide food for point, the woman contacted the his place of employment. He was Tickets may be purchased online at through a “Y” fitness instructor. For “This year we delivered the food to needy families, especially during Prosecutor’s Office and an investiga- transported to the Union County jail arcunioncandlelight2013.eventbrite.com/ further information, call Jean White the Watchung Avenue Presbyterian holiday periods, when the rest of us tion was launched. for processing and was later released . at (908) 233-2700, extension no. 246, Church in North Plainfield for fur- take so much for granted,” Pastor Later that same evening, Toucheque on his own recognizance. A first court The Arc of Union County Bronze or e-mail [email protected]. ther distribution,” said Pastor Chris Belden said. arrived at the woman’s home seeking appearance was to be scheduled. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 21, 2013 Page 7 Willow Grove Posts Date Torah Center Schedules For International Dinner Family Purim Events SCOTCH PLAINS – The Willow Scottish, Irish, English, West Indian WESTFIELD – The Union children dressed in costume will Grove Presbyterian Church will hold and Polish selections. County Torah Center, located at 509 receive a prize, and one special its annual International Dinner on Complementing the cuisine will Central Avenue in Westfield, has grand prize will be awarded for the Saturday, March 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. be performances by the Chinese announced its schedule of Family best costume. The theme of the cel- All funds raised will be donated equally American Music Ensemble (CAME) Purim Celebrations. ebration will be “Purim in Africa,” to Hurricane Sandy assistance and to Adult Chorus and Children’s Cho- A Megillah reading will be held so everyone is encouraged to come the Community FoodBank of New rus, by the Music From China Youth this Saturday, February 23, at 7 dressed in “African” costumes, but Jersey. The snow or rain date is the Orchestra and by Paul DiDario, di- p.m., followed by Hamantashen and any costume will be acceptable. following Saturday, March 9. rector of music at Willow Grove. refreshments, and will be open to The upcoming event will feature a Area residents are invited to enjoy Both groups hold their weekly re- the public free of charge. “Drum Circle” and a comedy show international cuisine and listen to hearsals at Willow Grove Church. On Sunday, February 24, at 8:30 with Eli Shapiro. A West Orange na- vocal and instrumental music from “Helping neighbors near and far a.m., the Torah Center will have an- tive, Mr. Shapiro has performed standup China, all while helping those in need. who are in need is central to our faith, other Megillah reading, as it is a at leading New York City comedy clubs. The dinner will feature an array of so each year we raise money for Mitzvah to hear it being read on Purim There also will be a full Purim Buf- ethnic specialties, including Italian, organizations that provide basic needs day as well. fet, as it is a mitzvah to celebrate Purim Chinese, Greek, German, Korean, of food, shelter and disaster relief,” The Torah Center also will host a with a special festive meal on Purim said the Reverend Cynthia Cochran- Family Purim Celebration on Sun- day. There is a fee of $5 per person. Temple Invites Public Carney, pastor of Willow Grove. day. There will be a Megillah read- Sponsorships are available for $180. Tickets are $12 for adults and teens, SCOUT SUNDAY…Scouts and Adult Scout Leaders from Boy Scout Troop No. ing at 4 p.m. with a simultaneous All the programs will be open to To Passover Seder $6 for children ages 6 to 12, and free 73 attended Scout Sunday Mass February 10, hosted by its sponsor, the Holy slide show for children that will take the public and everyone is welcome. WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu- for children age 5 and under, with a Trinity Roman Catholic Church of Westfield. Afterward, Scouts volunteered at them through the entire story of Reservations are preferred but not El will hold its community Passover family maximum of $35. To guaran- Holy Trinity’s annual pancake breakfast fundraiser. Holy Trinity Church has Purim as it is written in the Megillah. required. For more information, call Seder on Tuesday, March 26, begin- tee a seat for the dinner, interested sponsored Troop No. 73 since 1936. For information about joining Troop No. 73, Children are invited to partici- the Torah Center at (908) 789-5252 ning at 6 p.m. Senior Rabbi Doug persons are encouraged to buy tick- contact Scoutmaster Henry Hom at [email protected]. pate in a masquerade contest. All or e-mail [email protected]. Sagal and Cantor Martha Novick ets in advance because last year seats will lead the service, which memo- for the dinner sold out. Tickets will rializes the Jews’ sacred pilgrimage only be available at the door if seats Parish Mission at IHM Comedy Night, Art Auction from Egyptian bondage to freedom are not already sold out. in the Land of Israel. To purchase tickets, call the church To Begin This Sunday “The Passover Seder tells the story office at (908) 232-5678, Monday to To Benefit Temple Sholom of our people’s journey from bondage Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more SCOTCH PLAINS – As part of its Religious Order in the Caribbean. to freedom. It is a joyful and inspira- information about Willow Grove annual program of Lenten outreach, The Mission topic, “Two Kingdoms FANWOOD – Temple Sholom of formation, visit sholomnj.org, call tional celebration. We welcome ev- Church, individuals may e-mail the Immaculate Heart of Mary Ro- and Divided Self,” speaks to the ongo- Fanwood/Scotch Plains held a benefit (908) 889-4900 or e-mail eryone to our table,” said Rabbi Sagal. [email protected] or visit man Catholic Church has announced ing tension mankind faces between evening of comedy on February 2 fea- [email protected]. The cost for non-members is $60 willowgrovechurch.org. Anyone who a three-day Parish Mission begin- everyday life in the material world and turing Linda Belt with Adam Oliensis Founded in 1913, Temple Sholom per adult and $20 per child under cannot attend but would like to make ning this Sunday, February 24, at 7 its higher calling to a spiritual realm. and temple member/comedian Alex is a Reform Jewish Congregation led age 12. All are welcome and reser- a donation may call August Ruggiero p.m. Immaculate Heart of Mary Lenten reconciliation and healing Bernstein. Proceeds will benefit Temple by Rabbi Joel N. Abraham. The temple vations are needed by Tuesday, at (908) 889-5948. (IHM) is located at 1571 Martine also provide the rationale for IHM’s Sholom and its multiple community, and its religious school are home to March 5. Interested persons are asked The Willow Grove Presbyterian Avenue in Scotch Plains. participation in an initiative under educational and religious programs. about 250 families from the greater to call Carolyn Shane, executive di- Church is located at 1961 Raritan Road The Mission will feature a team the auspices of the Archdiocese of Temple Sholom’s next fundraiser Scotch Plains-Fanwood area. Cur- rector, at (908) 232-6770, extension in Scotch Plains, opposite the southside headed up by Father Richard HoLung, Newark, entitled “The Light is On for will be an art auction on Saturday, rently residing within the Fanwood no. 114, or to visit tewnj.org. Temple firehouse and near the corner of South who will speak on the theme “Two You.” On Wednesdays during Lent, March 2. Attendees will have an op- Presbyterian Church, the temple has Emanu-El is located at 756 East Martine Avenue. All church facilities Kingdoms and Divided Self,” which February 27, March 6, 13, 20 and 27, portunity to acquire works of art at purchased five acres of land in Scotch Broad Street in Westfield. are handicap-accessible. is to be taped for later broadcast on the Sacrament of Reconciliation will bargain prices, enjoy a live auction Plains for its future home. the EWTN Global Catholic Network. be available from 7 to 8 p.m. at any and meet guest artist John Stanisci, Temple Sholom is a member of the Each evening will include the Sac- Catholic church in Union County. In who has been a professional illustra- Union for Reform Judaism. For more rament of Reconciliation, a Celebra- addition to its own regular times of 5 tor for Marvel and DC Comics for information about the temple or join- tion of Mass as well as a talk by to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and 10 to more than 18 years. ing the congregation, call (908) 889- Father HoLung, who also will be a 10:30 a.m. Sundays, IHM will offer The preview will begin at 7 p.m. 4900, e-mail [email protected] guest homilist at 8:30 a.m. Mass on Lenten opportunities Fridays at 9 a.m. Bidding will start at 8 p.m. The $10 or visit sholomnj.org. Monday, February 25, and Tuesday, and Saturdays at 1 p.m. to provide admission price will include a raffle February 26. Catholics everywhere the opportu- ticket for a piece of art. Auction items Born in Kingston, Jamaica of Bud- nity to “come home.” will include framed art, collectibles See it all on the Web! dhist parents, Father HoLung brings For information on these or other and sports items. Past auctions have an eclectic background to his mis- activities, call the church office at (908) included items signed by Eric Clapton www.goleader.com sionary efforts. A former Jesuit, he 889-2100, e-mail [email protected] and Bruce Springsteen. For more in- founded the Missionaries of the Poor or visit the parish website, in 1981 as the first male Catholic ihmparish.net. L’image Designs Studio Scotch Plains Rescue Squad Emma Preston Bennett To Hold Pancake Breakfast INTERIOR DESIGN SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch a donation, contact Plains Rescue Squad will host its [email protected] Fourth Annual Pancake Breakfast or call (908) 322-2103 any week- 908.208.0607 this Sunday, February 24, from 8 night between 6 and 11 p.m. The rescue squad has many ser- FAMILY MAN…Dan Weiniger and his daughter, Eliza. a.m. to noon. It will take place at • CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS squad headquarters, located at 1916 vices available for those in the com- Bartle Avenue in Scotch Plains. The munity with need. Hospital equip- • ALL PHASES OF DESIGN Dan Weiniger Is Named cost for this “all-you-can-eat” ment, such as wheelchairs, canes breakfast will be $5 per person. and crutches, are available for use, • SEE WEB-SITE FOR OUR ARRAY All proceeds will be used to help free of charge. OF SERVICES Studio Owner of the Month keep the rescue squad 100 percent The Scotch Plains Rescue Squad volunteer. The Scotch Plains Res- relies on ongoing community sup- WESTFIELD – Local Home Video successful business and I have a deep, cue Squad has remained a volun- port. These contributions enable the “Creating Unigue Spaces That Reflect the Personality Studio owner Dan Weiniger was rec- abiding belief in the value of what I teer organization and has served squad to fulfill its motto: “Neigh- ognized as the Studio Owner of the do for my customers,” said Mr. the community for more than 75 bors Helping Neighbors. We Work and Style of Each Client.” Month for February, 2013. This is the Weiniger, “that’s why this is a perfect years. For Pride Not Pay.” second time the Westfield, N.J. owner fit for me!” The squad welcomes new mem- The squad looks forward to con- Member of the Interior Designers Society was given this award. Previously, he Home Video Studio specializes in bers as well as those interested in tinued growth with the Township of won in April 2010. producing photo video keepsakes, contributing time and talent to sup- Scotch Plains, according to the or- [email protected] www.limagedesigns.com Mr. Weiniger started Home Video video to DVD transfers, home movie port the organization. Individuals ganization, as it faithfully serves Studio (HVS) two-and-a-half years transfers, DVD and CD duplication, can apply for membership at 18 those who call for help. Westfield and Surrounding Areas ago, when he merged his love of video editing, sports or music schol- years of age or serve as a cadet at video with his business background. arship videos and more. Home Video age 16. Those ages 14 or older can He also has been honored with the Studios can be reached at (908) 301- serve on the Scotch Plains Rescue Relationship Mindset Award and 9033 or Squad Auxiliary. Rookie of the Year Award. [email protected]. For more information about be- In presenting his award, the com- Paid Bulletin Board coming a Scotch Plains EMT, aux- pany noted that Mr. Weiniger’s suc- goleader.com/express iliary member, volunteer or to make cess stems from his creativity, cus- tomer service skills, drive, zeal and enthusiasm. His positive outlook is one reason they asked him to present a 45-minute talk during HVS’ up- Celebrate Children’s coming advanced video training ses- sion in Indianapolis later this month. “People don’t buy what you do, Dental Health Month they buy what you believe in,” he said. His talk focuses on how to al- ways be your best. More than 75 Westfield Pediatric studio owners from four countries will attend. As he continues to grow his busi- Dental Group ness, Mr. Weiniger will focus on learn- ing, tending to both business and other relationships, and getting more Now Offering In Office IV involved in the community. His goal is to be the top grossing studio in the and General Anesthesia franchise. Above all, the business is a natural fit with his interests. “I like running a Timothy P. McCabe, D.M.D. Florence Ravioli to Be Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry Topic of Program SCOTCH PLAINS – The Florence Julie Jong D.M.D. Ravioli Company will be the pro- gram topic for the Historical Society Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry of Scotch Plains and Fanwood on Tuesday, February 26. Third-generation owners Ralph and Cyndy Losanno will tell the history of the business, located at 391 Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. Mr. Losanno’s grandmother, Florence, and her husband, Raphael, opened the store in Newark in 1943. In 1968 their son, Anthony, and his wife, Laser Dentistry Maryann, moved and expanded the business to Scotch Plains. Ralph and Dentistry for Infants, Children Cyndy Losanno have continued ex- panding the establishment, moving it Adolescents, and Special Needs to a more central location on Park Avenue a year ago. Their son also has joined the business. New Patients Welcome The meeting, free and open to ev- eryone, will feature samples from the www.kidsandsmiles.com Florence Ravioli menu. It will start at 555 Westfield Avenue, Westfield, NJ 8 p.m. at the Scotch Hills Country Club, located at Plainfield Avenue (908) 232-1231 and Jerusalem Road in Scotch Plains. Page 8 Thursday, February 21, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Robert Hickman, 88, Decorated Veteran; Westfield Library Friends Was Employed as Warehouse Manager – Obituaries – Robert E. Hickman, 88, of Scotch ters, Kathleen Mann, Linda Geise and Announces Kids Programs Plains died on Wednesday, February Eileen Ochsner; two sons, Robert and George ‘Monty’ Mitchell, 84, Executive; WESTFIELD – The Friends of the with its sharp quills, and the arma- 13, 2013, at the Veterans Administra- Kenneth Hickman; eight grandchil- Westfield Memorial Library will dillo, with a plated back made of hair. tion Medical Center – Lyons. dren and five great-grandchildren. Active In Community Organizations sponsor multiple children’s programs “Meet Eugene” with Yosi is set for Born in Elizabeth, he lived in Funeral services were held on Sat- George Montgomery “Monty” Hall and together they raised four in March. These programs are open Saturday, March 16, at 10:30 a.m. Open Fanwood before moving to Scotch urday, February 16, from the Memo- to Westfield Library children’s full- to cardholders age 3 and up, it will Plains in 1996. Mitchell, 84, of Lewisville, Tex. children. Monty was active in a rial Funeral Home, 155 South Av- and previously of Livingston, Tex., number of community and civic service cardholders. include songs, stories and humor with Mr. Hickman was a veteran of enue, Fanwood. Interment followed “Live Animal Friends” will take singer Yosi and Eugene the puppet. World War II, having served in the passed away on Tuesday, February organizations, including Boy at Graceland Memorial Park in 5, 2013, in Highland Scouts of America, place on Saturday, March 2, at 10:30 “Songs and Stories Around the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1945. While Kenilworth. a.m. It will be open to cardholders World,” open to cardholders age 4 in Germany he was a POW, and upon Village, Tex. United Way, Memorial In lieu of flowers, donations may Monty was born May Point Utility District and age 3 and up. Eyes of the Wild will and up, will be the program for Satur- his return, received two Bronze Stars. be made to the 7B Hospice and give children a first “look and touch” day, March 23, at 10:30 a.m. He was employed as a warehouse 3, 1928 in Wellsville, the Episcopal Church. He Palliative Care Unit at Lyons – Pay- N.Y. to Montgomery was quick to greet every- experience with the world of ani- Songwriter and author John Farrell manager with Dunphy-Smith in able to “VANJHCS,” Attention: Vol- mals. will share songs and stories from and Union before retiring in 1990. and Rebea Mitchell. He one with a genuinely untary Service (135LY), 151 was the oldest of four friendly smile and warm “When Animals Attack!” will be about many places around the world. He was a member of American Knollcroft Road, Building 2, Lyons, featured on Saturday, March 9, at Online registration is required for Legion Post No. 209 and the All children. Monty was handshake. He was a N.J. 07939. For additional infor- preceded in death by his “jolly good fellow.” 10:30 a.m. Open to cardholders age 5 these programs. To register, visit the Saints’ Episcopal Church, both of mation or to sign the guestbook, and up, it will feature a few of the library’s website, wmlnj.org, then Scotch Plains. wife, Marion, in Sep- Monty is survived by visit www.fanwoodmemorial.com. tember 2010; his par- his daughters, Nora “prey” animals, including the skunk, click on Calendar. The library is lo- His wife, Shirley, predeceased him February 21, 2013 with its putrid smell; the porcupine, cated at 550 East Broad Street. in 1993. Surviving are three daugh- ents, and a brother, Ri- Bergfield and her hus- chard “Dick” Mitchell. band, Randy, of Double Monty graduated George M. Mitchell Oak, Tex. and Karen from Penn State Uni- Krauskopf and her hus- Dinner at Stage House Inn Westfield Area ‘Y’ to Hold versity in 1949 with a Bachelor of band, David, of Leawood, Kan.; Science in Petroleum and Natural sons, Chuck Mitchell and his wife, Gas Engineering and moved to Sally, of Perth, Australia and Philip Feb. 26 to Benefit Resolve Black Achievers Banquet Texas to begin his career in the oil Mitchell of Volente, Tex.; sister, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Resolve corner of Park Avenue and Front Street, WESTFIELD – The Westfield gan at the Harlem YMCA in 1968 and gas industry, working as a field Connie Madara, and her husband, Board of Directors, in partnership will present a four-course, $60 price Area “Y” will host its 15th Annual as a conduit to helping youth de- production engineer for Continen- Sam, of Moorestown, N.J.; brother, with the Stage House Inn, will host fixe dinner with a choice of entrées, Black Achievers Fundraising and velop life coping skills and educa- tal Oil Company. In 1953 he moved David Mitchell, and his wife, Ellen, a dinner at the inn on Tuesday, Feb- appetizers and desserts. A salad course Recognition Banquet on Friday, tion goals. The program began at back to Pennsylvania and later to of Edwards, Colo.; seven grand- ruary 26, to benefit and celebrate also is included. Beverages will be March 8, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Westfield Area “Y” 15 years New Jersey, where he began a re- children and five great-grandchil- Resolve Community Counseling available, or diners may bring their L’Affaire, located at 1099 Route ago and matches youth with achiev- warding career with Stone and dren, as well as many other rela- Center, Inc., a private, non-profit own beer or wine. Proceeds from the 22, East, in Mountainside. Council ing African-American and other Webster Management Consultants. tives and friends. mental health agency. evening will help Resolve continue its Member At-Large Mildred C. minority professionals as role mod- In 1971 he returned to Texas to A service honoring and celebrat- Resolve is dedicated to providing mission of providing cost-effective Crump will be the keynote speaker. els in an effort to raise the academic work for Transco Companies, Inc. ing the life of Monty Mitchell will counseling, advocacy and educa- mental health services. Ms. Crump was sworn in as standards of young people, expose as president, CEO and director un- be held Saturday, March 2, 2013, tional programs for children, ado- For reservations, interested per- Newark’s first African-American students to diverse career options til 1974. beginning at 11 a.m. at St. Luke’s lescents and adults, individually and sons are asked to call Resolve at councilwoman on July 1, 1994. A and inspire them to reach their goals. His career in the oil and gas in- Episcopal Church, 836 West Jones in groups. (908) 322-9180 and leave their name, longtime community activist, she Black Achievers also participate dustry spanned 49 years, primarily Street, Livingston, Tex. The Stage House Inn, located at 366 telephone number, desired reserva- has been an advocate for women, in community service activities, cel- working as a management consult- In lieu of flowers, the family re- Park Avenue in Scotch Plains, at the tion time and the number of guests children, senior citizens, the dis- ebrate Black History Month and ant, corporate executive and serv- quests that donations be made to St. who will attend. Reservations will abled, working families and those receive college prep tutoring and ing on the board of directors of Luke’s Episcopal Church or to the Seaside Park Benefit be confirmed by phone. in need. On July 1, 2006, she was essay assistance. EnergySouth, Inc. and EnergyWest, Four Diamonds Fund, a childhood Resolve Community Counseling again sworn in as Councilwoman The cost for this event is $75 per Inc. In 1975 he was a recipient of cancer-centered charitable organi- On Tap Tomorrow Center, Inc. was founded in 1974 at-Large. She created history once person. Journal ads also can be pur- the Penn State Distinguished zation (www.pennstatehershey.org/ CLARK – The Seaside Park Ben- and continues to provide mental more when she was elected as the chased in all sizes and need to be Alumni Award, the highest honor web/fourdiamonds/home). efit, originally scheduled for Febru- health counseling and education pro- first female president of the New- submitted with camera-ready art- bestowed by Penn State University. February 21, 2013 ary 8 but postponed due to snow, will grams for children, adolescents and ark Municipal Council. work or business card no later than In 1950 Monty married Marion now take place tomorrow, Friday, adults, couples and families. Staff The Black Achievers Program be- Saturday, March 2. For advertising February 22, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the psychologists, social workers and details and space availability, and Gran Centurions, located at 440 Madi- licensed professional counselors Needle Nite Session to reserve a seat, call Janice A. son Hill Road in Clark. address concerns from substance Carthens at (908) 233-2700, exten- Party Dress Sale For Teens The $60 per ticket cost will include abuse to depression, panic, suicide, On Tap March 1 sion no. 227, or e-mail food, beer, wine, soda and live music family problems and sexual abuse. FANWOOD – The next monthly [email protected]. Ms. from Uber Frio. There will be a Tricky Fees for individual counseling are Needle Nite session will take place Carthens also is available for ques- To Aid Paul Jackson Fund Tray on site as well. For more infor- determined on a sliding scale, ac- on Friday, March 1, at 7:30 p.m. at tions regarding this event or to find mation, e-mail [email protected], call cording to ability to pay. For more the Fanwood Presbyterian Church in out how to participate in supporting WESTFIELD – The Paul Jackson teer coach and a 1979 Westfield High (908) 577-6232 or visit ssp2013.com. information, visit resolvenj.com. Westminster Hall on Marian Avenue. the Black Achievers program. Fund will host a Party Dress Sale for School graduate. At this meeting, the “Needle The Black Achievers program is teens on Sunday, March 3, from 1:30 The Paul Jackson Fund, a 501(C)(3) Niters” will complete “Blossom funded in large part by this annual to 4:30 p.m. at St. Helen’s Roman organization, was created in 1991 to Fanwood Library to Feature Time” quilts and plan for the Har- banquet. Funds raised by the ban- Catholic Church, located at 1600 benefit Mr. Jackson, who became vest Quilt Show. This show will be quet go directly to the program and Rahway Avenue in Westfield. paralyzed due to surgery to remove a held on Saturday, March 23, at the scholarship, enabling youth to par- The sale will feature gently worn spinal cord tumor. When he no longer ‘Good Lessons-Bad Women’ Willow Grove Presbyterian Church ticipate for little or no cost. dresses, for teens ages 12 to 18, rang- depended on finances from The Fund, FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- From childhood to the present in Scotch Plains. ing in price from $15 to $30. The goal Mr. Jackson decided to help others. morial Library will present “Good day, Ms. Leeds illustrates how “bad” If fabric or batting is needed, e- Fanwood Presbyterian is to enable young women, regard- He assumed leadership of The Fund Lessons from Bad Women,” a hu- women helped shape her life as an mail requests to less of economic status, to attend and created a charity of last resort for morous one-woman show about activist, entrepreneur, author and [email protected]. For Schedules Bible Study their prom/dance/formal function in people in financial crisis due to cata- flamboyant author Dorothy Leeds speaker. She does so by becoming further information about Needle FANWOOD – A Lenten study will a beautiful dress. strophic illness or disability. Mr. Jack- and a collection of infamous women each woman, taking her audience Nite projects or directions to the begin in the Fanwood Presbyterian All proceeds from this fundraiser son passed away in 2009; his wish in history, this Sunday, February through different eras, backgrounds church, call the church office at Church dining room this evening, will benefit The Paul Jackson Fund, was for the work of The Fund to 24, at 2 p.m. and cultures, and sharing important (908) 889-8891, e-mail Thursday, February 21, at 7 p.m. which provides financial support to continue. “Good Lessons from Bad lessons learned the hard way. [email protected] or visit following a meal of homemade families in crisis because of a cata- Proceeds from the Party Dress Sale Women” is the story of Ms. Leeds, Ms. Leeds is a member of the Ac- fanwoodpc.org. soups, salads and hearty bread at strophic illness or disability. Paul will assist those most in need. For a good girl who longs to be a bad tors’ Equity Association, SAG/ 6:30 p.m. Jackson was an athlete, a local volun- more information about The Paul girl. Torn between following in the AFTRA and the Dramatists Guild, MASTER The study is entitled “The Story,” a Jackson Fund, visit footsteps of her perfect mother and and serves on the board of The League novel-like version of the Bible that is PUBLIC NOTICE pauljacksonfund.org. the virtuous Eleanor Roosevelt or of Professional Theatre Women. Her those of seven bad women ranging MEMORIALS “very readable,” according to the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Broadway credits include Stop the Reverend David Jahnke, pastor. Rev- BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT from Eve in the garden to Emperor World – I Want to Get Off. 524 Central Avenue erend Jahnke offers everyone who NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Wu, China’s only female emperor, This program is supported by the Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2350 has ever wished to read the whole Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town- Legal Advertising and Anne Bonney, an 18th-century Friends of the Fanwood Memorial ship of Scotch Plains will hold a public pirate, to Mae West and others, Ms. Library and is free to the public. www.mastermemorials.com Bible an opportunity to succeed with MORE IN BACK SECTION discussions in a small group setting. hearing on March 7, 2013, at 7:30 pm, Leeds stands at the abyss and delves The library is located at North Av- Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, deep into a world where bad is good enue and Tillotson Road. To regis- The sessions, which he likened to Council Chambers to hear the application PUBLIC NOTICE “Bible Study 101,” will conclude on of Apollo 22, LLC, commonly known as and good is bad. ter or obtain more information, call Thursday, March 21. The program the “Grillestone Restaurant” (the “Appli- TOWN OF WESTFIELD the library at (908) 322-6400. cant”), located at 2377 Route 22 West, PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE will continue after a Holy Week and Block 3904, Lot 1, and situated in the R-3A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE Post-Easter break of two weeks at 7 Zone, for an expansion of a pre-existing TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Designer • Builders of fine HOUSING ELEMENT AND non-conforming restaurant use, together BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Junior League Sets p.m. on Thursday, April 11, in the FAIR SHARE PLAN MONUMENTS sanctuary. Books for $9 are available with Preliminary and Final Site Plan ap- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Saturday Meeting proval in order to construct a 593 square Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town- MARKERS for purchase in the church office. Town of Westfield, State of New Jersey, feet addition/enclosure to the restaurant ship of Scotch Plains will hold a public CRANFORD – The Junior The entrance to the dining room is adopted its Master Plan pursuant to MAUSOLEUMS and a 1,622 square feet outdoor patio hearing on March 7, 2013 at 7:30 pm., League of Elizabeth-Plainfield N.J.S.A. 40:55D-28 on October 7, 2002; a from MacDermott Avenue. Reser- area. Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Land Use Element on October 5, 2005 and (JLEP) will hold an information Lettered • Cleaned vations are appreciated and may be The following Variances are requested: Scotch Plains, First Floor, Council Cham- its Re-examination report on March 17, session this Saturday, February 23, 23-6.1-Expansion of pre-existing non- bers to hear the following appeal: made by calling the church office at 2009; and Tim Doerr conforming restaurant use. Jeffrey Burns, for a Variance to con- beginning at 10 a.m. at The Jumble (908) 889-8891. WHEREAS, the Master Plan includes a 23-3.4A Para. H, Col. 11a-Lot Cover- struct an 11 feet x 32 feet deck at the rear Store, the league’s thrift shop, lo- Housing Element and Fair Share Plan Sally Bauer Doerr Everyone is welcome to attend age – Permitted: 50%. Existing: 89.3%. of 2410 Bryant Avenue, Block 8102, Lot 2, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-28b(3); and cated at 110 Walnut Avenue in (established 1939) the study and all church services. Proposed: 89.5%. R-3 Zone contrary to the following section WHEREAS, on May 27,2009, the Plan- Cranford. For more information, con- The Applicant is requesting any other of the Zoning Ordinance: For more information and directions ning Board of the Town of Westfield variances, waivers, exceptions or other Section 23-3.4A, Para. G, Col. 10 – tact Nova Spinner at Also: 300 Rt. 37 East to the church, call the church office adopted the Housing Element and Fair relief necessary to allow the Applicant’s Rear Yard Setback, Minimum required: [email protected]. Share Plan of the Town of Westfield; and Toms River, NJ at (908) 889-8891, e-mail use of the property as proposed or 30 feet. Proposed: 16 feet. WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the An affiliate of the Association of [email protected] or visit amended, at the time of the hearing. All interested persons may be present (732) 349-2350 Town of Westfield is a party to a certain Junior Leagues International, the JLEP All interested persons may be present and be heard. fanwoodpc.org. Settlement Agreement relating to litigation and be heard. The file pertaining to this The file pertaining to this application is in is an organization of women commit- captioned Sunnyside Senior Housing application is in the Office of the Zoning the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- ted to promoting voluntarism, devel- of Westfield, LLC v. Town of Westfield. Board of Adjustment and available for pub- ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Andrew Skibitsky (Mayor of the Town oping the potential of women and lic inspection during regular office hours. Plains and is available for public inspec- of Westfield), Town Council of the Town improving communities through the Barbara Horev, Secretary tion during regular office hours. of Westfield and the Planning Board of Zoning Board of Adjustment Barbara Horev, Secretary effective action and leadership of Gray Funeral Homes 1 T - 2/21/13, Times Fee: $32.64 the Town of Westfield, Docket No.: UNN- trained volunteers. Its purpose is ex- Zoning Board of Adjustment L-135-09; and 1 T - 2/21/13, Times Fee: $23.97 PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS, pursuant to said Settlement clusively educational and charitable. Agreement, the Planning Board of the Town Since 1897 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE of Westfield is required to hold a public ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL hearing to consider adoption of an amend- NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Take notice that application has been ment to the Housing Element and Fair DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES made to the Mayor and Council of the Share Plan to incorporate the subject prop- 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 Township of Scotch Plains for a place-to- erty purchased by Sunnyside Senior Hous- TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 place transfer (expansion of premises) of ing of Westfield, LLC into the Housing Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 Club License 2016-31-016-001 owned by Element and Fair Share Plan; and A.M. on 2/26/13, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified American Legion Post #209, 237 Park WHEREAS, upon notice duly provided under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-13, the Plan- Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, The persons who hold an interest in this ning Board of the Town of Westfield held a New Jersey 08625; for: license are the membership of American public hearing(s) to amend the Housing RE-ADVERTISMENT Maintenance Drainage, Cleaning, Video and Repair Contract, Legion Post #209, including its 2012-2013 Element and Fair Share Plan on February North – 2013; Various Locations, North Region, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Post Officers who are: 4, 2013; and Passaic, Sussex, Union & Warren Counties; 100% State; DP No: 13416 Alex A. Di Pace, 395 Roberts Lane, WHEREAS, the Planning Board has Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, Com- determined that the amended Housing El- The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in mander ement and Fair Share Plan are consistent of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. Kevin B. Burns, 2334 Mountain Avenue, with the goals and objectives of the Town No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 1st Vice Com- of Westfield’s Master Plan and that adop- effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or mander tion and implementation of the amended registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business Randy D. Grizzard, 2100 Westfield Road Housing Element and Fair Share Plan are Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid cremation. Circle, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, in the public interest and protect public business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the 2nd Vice Commander health and safety and promote the general “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home John R. Barich, 564 Hunter Avenue, welfare. 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, 3rd NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. Vice Commander by the Planning Board of the Town of of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 Joseph McCourt, 350 Park View Drive, Westfield, State of New Jersey, that the The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076, Finance Planning Board of the Town of Westfield U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 Officer hereby amends its Housing Element and Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to Plans of the proposed licensed premises Fair Share Plan and adopts the Amend- submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 may be examined at the office of the Mu- ment to the 2009 Housing Element & Fair the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. nicipal Clerk. Share Plan dated February 4, 2013, a Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Objections, if any, should be made im- copy of which is attached hereto. Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe John-Michael “J.M.” Jones mediately in writing to Bozena Lacina, Vincent Wilt, follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans Municipal Clerk of the Township of Scotch Chairman of Planning Board and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly N.J. Lic. #4869 Plains, at the Municipal Building, 430 Park I hereby certify that this is a true copy of payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected Director Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. the resolution amending the Housing Ele- (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the American Legion Post #209 ment and Fair Share Plan of the Town of following locations: 237 Park Avenue Westfield, on February 4, 2013. 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West www.grayfuneralhomes.com Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Kris McAloon Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 2 T - 2/21/13 Planning Board Secretary 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 & 2/28/13, The Times Fee: $69.36 1 T - 2/21/13, The Leader Fee: $59.67 3 T - 2/7/13, 2/14/13 and 2/21/13, The Leader Fee: $201.96 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 21, 2013 Page 9 WF Rotary Club Announces College Scholarships WESTFIELD – The deadline for annual Pancake Breakfast, other graduating seniors to submit their fundraisers during the year, and a applications to the Westfield Rotary managed fund comprised of gener- Club Foundation College Scholar- ous donations and bequests by ship Committee is Monday, March Rotarians, their families and friends. 11, Liz Ensslin, committee chair- The club’s foundation also adminis- woman announced. To be eligible, ters several scholarships on behalf of applicants must be residents of the community-based Westfield Westfield and attend Westfield High Foundation,” Ms. Cronin stated. School (WHS) or other accredited This year, two scholarships will be public or private high schools. available to students who are enrolled The Westfield Rotary Club Foun- or plan to enroll in law school. “Un- dation Scholarship Program is the like our other scholarships, students oldest and largest in town, having applying for the law scholarships awarded nearly $2.4 million in schol- must be graduates of Westfield High SHORE THING…Franklin Elementary School in Westfield recently held its arships to more than 1,500 students School. Our law scholarships are annual Math Night with a new charitable twist. This year’s theme, “Math…It’s since its inception in 1923, according granted in honor of the late Bob Read, a Shore Thing,” included a food drive to benefit the New Jersey shore communi- to Sherry Cronin, chairwoman of the who was both past president of the ENERGY EFFICIENT…Antonio Cuccaro and Michael Pate, part-time district ties devastated by Hurricane Sandy. Families also could purchase themed T- Rotary Foundation Board. Led by Westfield Rotary Club and chairman shirts with all proceeds benefiting Hugh J. Boyd, Jr. Elementary School in energy managers for the Westfield Public Schools, inspect the new energy-efficient Mrs. Ensslin, Rotarian members of of our scholarship committee for boiler at McKinley Elementary School. The district’s energy-conservation pro- Seaside Heights, which had such extensive damages, its students temporarily the committee include in their delib- many years,” said Mrs. Ensslin. attend classes at a local high school until restoration is complete. Pictured gram has surpassed the $2 million mark in savings since its inception in July 2007. enjoying the many math-related games and activities are Franklin second erations personal interviews of the WSH seniors may apply for a Ro- graders Heidi Rosely, Julia Schneider, Jake Francis and Dylan Lutey. qualified candidates, leading to deci- tary scholarship by contacting their sions in June. The members of the guidance counselor to obtain the ap- Energy Conservation Brings committee are Marcus Millet, Mary propriate forms and instructions. Se- Ellen O’Boyle, Lowell Schantz, niors who live in town and attend SP-FHS SADD Chapter Maggie Subhas and Elaine Swingle. other high schools as well as appli- Savings to WF Public Schools The criteria for consideration are cants for the post-grad law scholar- WESTFIELD – The Westfield controls on HVAC (heating, venti- academic achievement, financial need ships may download information Public School District’s Energy lation and air conditioning), as well Wins Traffic Safety Contest and demonstrated community ser- from WestfieldRotary.com and send Conservation Program has sur- as a replacement program for boil- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – Foundation to help pay their travel vice. “The Rotary motto is ‘Service a completed application with its passed the $2 million mark in sav- ers and windows. As part of the The SADD (Students Against Destruc- expenses to the SADD National Con- Above Self.’ Therefore, the service specified components to Liz Ensslin, ings. Since the inception of the pro- district’s facilities plan, new boil- tive Decisions) chapter at Scotch ference this summer in Orlando, Fla., aspect of each applicant’s résumé is Chairwoman, Westfield Rotary gram in July 2007 through Decem- ers have been installed at Franklin Plains-Fanwood High School has been where their video will be shown to particularly important to the com- Scholarship, Westfield Area “Y,” 220 ber 2012, the district has experi- and McKinley Elementary Schools named the winner of a nationwide nearly 1,000 attendees from through- mittee,” Mrs. Ensslin said. Clark Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090. enced a cost avoidance of this school year. contest on traffic safety sponsored by out the United States. “Rotary’s group of scholarships, Inquiries may be directed to Mrs. $2,245,136, or a 30-percent reduc- “A large share of our success is SADD and The National Road Safety The students’ winning idea encour- none of which is less than $1,500, are Ensslin directly at tion in cost based on usage prior to due to a team effort,” explained Foundation, a non-profit organization ages drivers to share the road by being financed by proceeds from the club’s [email protected]. the program. Superintendent of Schools Marga- that promotes safe driving. aware of other drivers. It shows two This includes 6,857,381 KWH ret Dolan. “Our employees and stu- Six students in the Scotch Plains- football players who say, “We don’t less of electricity – a 27-percent dents have been instructed and are Fanwood High School SADD chapter share the field,” as one tackles the other, reduction in usage. Also notewor- reminded of the importance of con- submitted a storyboard for a public- who has the ball. The next scene shows thy is the use of 754,400 therms servation and make it part of their service message in the DrivingSkills101 two soccer players fighting for the ball less of natural gas – a 31-percent daily lives.” contest, which asked for ideas to com- as they say, “We don’t share the ball.” reduction in usage. The district’s two part-time en- municate various traffic-safety mes- One basketball player blocks the other Part of the energy savings is due ergy managers, Michael Pate and sages. Nick Patel, Lucy Hollander, as he takes a shot, saying, “We don’t to efficiencies such as improved Antonio Cuccaro, monitor the Amanda Marcus, Rachel Schack, Mia share the hoop.” schools regularly and provide com- Rossi and Caitlin Flood, all 16 years Each player is then shown avoiding munication to staff in each of the 11 old, won for their public-service mes- a dangerous driving situation by keep- buildings. sage called “Share the Road.” ing his eyes on the road and watching District employees are reminded to The teens will work with Emmy- for cars turning, changing lanes and turn off computers, monitors and lights winning TV producer Alan Weiss, who merging into traffic. All the players when not in use. On long weekends, will visit the school this month to de- then say, “When we step onto the field, Skidmore Announces they also are asked to unplug printers velop their storyboard concept into a sharing isn’t our thing. But on the road, and Smartboards, televisions, VCRs, professionally-produced public-service sharing is our only option.” Honors List refrigerators and other such equip- announcement that will be seen nation- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – ment. The Westfield Public Schools’ wide. The winners also will receive a School’s SADD chapter advisor is The following local student earned efforts have earned them four Energy grant from the National Road Safety Marjorie Fitzgibbon. term honors for the fall semester at Star awards from the U.S. Environ- Skidmore College: mental Protection Agency. Dara Silverman, a member of the The district’s reduction in energy class of 2013. She is the daughter of has reduced CO2 emissions by 5,613 Martin and Trudy Silverman of metric tons. “Not only are we fo- SWEET FUN...Deerfield School in Mountainside announced its annual middle- Westfield. cused on savings, we want to be good school theatre production will be Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, Jr. Show dates are Term honors are awarded for a citizens of the earth,” noted Superin- Friday and Saturday, March 1 and 2, with a special preview for the senior citizen quality point ratio of 3.650 from a tendent Dolan. community on Thursday, February 28, by invitation only. possible 4.0, for students who have Deerfield School to Perform Willy Wonka, Jr. completed 14 credit hours. MOUNTAINSIDE – Deerfield This “scrumdidilyrumptious” mu- School in Mountainside has an- sical is guaranteed to be a fantasy Elon Announces nounced its annual middle-school ride into a land of pure imagination theatre production of Roald Dahl’s for all. Dean’s List Willy Wonka, Jr. This stage adapta- Show dates are Friday and Satur- Rayneesha Adams Earns ELON, N.C. – Jessica Elizabeth tion of the classic tale, “Charlie and day, March 1 and 2, with a special Morse, the daughter of Diane and The Chocolate Factory,” features preview for the senior citizen com- MBA From Frostburg Philip Morse of Westfield, has been GOLDEN...Christopher Academy celebrated its 50th anniversary on February 10. memorable songs by Leslie munity on Thursday, February 28, FROSTBURG, MD – Rayneesha named to the Dean’s List for the fall Attending the celebrations, pictured left to right, are: Henriette Petersen, Director Bricusse and Anthony Newley. by invitation only. Curtain is at 7 Adams of Westfield recently re- 2012 semester at Elon University. of Operations; Amelia McTamaney, Trustee Chairwoman; Thomas Thomson, one The popular story of the world- p.m. and tickets are available at the ceived a Master of Business Ad- The Dean’s List includes students of the founders of Christopher Academy; Congressman Leonard Lance and Kathy famous candy man and his quest to door at $8 for adults and $5 for ministration degree in Management with no grade below a B- and a grade Roemer, President of the American Montessori Association Board. find an heir comes to life to the students and senior citizens. from Frostburg State University point average of at least 3.50 in a delight of audiences of all ages. For more information, call (732) during its 141st commencement cer- minimum of 12 semester hours. 986-4206. emonies. Christopher Academy Mother Seton Mother Seton Students Announces Honor Roll Celebrates 50th Year CLARK — Several students have Have ‘Heart’ WESTFIELD/SCOTCH PLAINS - families in our area.” achieved First Honors recognition for CLARK – Students at Mother Se- It was a wonderful day of celebration Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian phy- the second marking period at Mother ton Regional High School recently on February 10 at Christopher Acad- sician and scientist, developed the Seton Regional High School, Clark. participated in the fourth annual emy, the Montessori school with cam- Montessori method of education in the They are: Julia Dunn and Amanda “Hoops for Heart” event to benefit puses located in Westfield and Scotch early 20th century. Montessori class- Blanco, Edison; Taylor Morris, Eliza- the American Heart Association. Stu- Plains, as the school celebrated its 50th rooms revolutionized children’s edu- beth; Imrin Goraya and Carolyn dents from all grade levels partici- year. Many former and current stu- cation, linking teaching methods to Rodrigo, South Plainfield; Erin pated in fun physical events. dents, parents and faculty were in at- children’s unique development, and Alexander, Linden; Catherine Events included the blindfold bas- tendance, including Congressman many of Montessori’s innovations are Bialkowski, Clifton; Olvania-Danyca ketball hoop shot, the backwards bas- Leonard Lance, who presented the now standard practice in early child- Hilaire, Irvington; Kristen Salazar, ketball shot, the half court basketball school with a flag that was flown over hood settings. Recent research in the South River; Elizabeth Valenti, Iselin; shot and team scooter basketball. The the nation’s capitol. cognitive development of the brain, Vivian Cao and Danielle Pfleghaar, program at Mother Seton was under Christopher Academy was founded and child development throughout the Colonia; AnnMary Hanna, Union; the direction of Jennifer Korneski, a in February of 1963 by four families last century, has demonstrated the last- Jessica Leszczyk, Fords; Katherine member of the physical and health who wanted Montessori education for ing positive effects of the method, from Newton, Middlesex and Catherine education department at the school. their children. The school was truly increased academic achievement to Serzan, Westfield. Heather Lopardo, regional direc- honored to have Thomas Thomson, distinctions in children’s creativity, self- In order to achieve First Honors tor for “Hoops for Heart,” attended one of the founders of the school, in efficacy and community contributions. status, students will have had to earn the event and thanked the students attendance for the 50th anniversary For more information on Christo- all A’s in their academic subjects. for their participation. A total of celebration. Mr. Thomson was joined pher Academy, contact the school at Many of these students are members HOOPS FOR HEART...Students at Mother Seton Regional High School partici- $759.25 was raised in donations for pate in the fourth annual “Hoops for Heart” event to benefit the American Heart the American Heart Association. by his two daughters, who were (908) 322-4652 for the Scotch Plains of Mother Seton’s Seton Scholars Association. amongst the school’s first students. campus and (908) 233-7447 for the program, following a rigorous pro- Christopher Academy is accredited by Westfield campus, or attend the up- gram Advanced Placement (AP) and American Montessori Society (AMS) coming Admissions Open House to- Honors level courses. and the 50th anniversary also was at- day, February 21, at 9:30 a.m., at 510 Mother Seton Regional High tended by Kathy Roemer, president of Hillcrest Avenue in Westfield. School, located just off the Garden Learn Something New! the AMS Board of Directors. For more information visit State Parkway Circle at Exit 135 in “It was a joyful celebration and we christopheracademy.com. Clark, is a Catholic school for girls. feel honored that so many from our Take a Class for 1 day, 1 week or 8 weeks! community came to celebrate this very Spring Classes Start March 4! special day with us,” said Henriette St. Bartholomew Academy Petersen, Director of Operations. New classes this Spring include: “Christopher Academy has been a part The Catholic Academy of our local community for 50 years • Introduction to Windows 8 • Delicious Dumplings • German – Beginner now, and it was truly wonderful to see that makes a difference in your child’s life. • Perspective for Artists • Tennis, Intermediate Level • Self Publishing how far into the community the school has reached. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN at home. It wasn’t what I was expect- “He was a good friend of mine my Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing with a forfeit and all, but it hap- freshman year. He taught me a lot Senior Night featured the Scotch pened. It took 99 to get here,” Tufaro about wrestling and how to stay dis- Plains-Fanwood High School wres- said. ciplined and how to have fun but tling team hosting the Piscataway Interestingly, if there would have work at the same time,” Tufaro re- Chiefs on Valentine’s Day, February been no match at all, Tufaro would called. 14, but it was senior Anthony Tufaro, have earned his magic number at a His win put his career won/loss who stole the hearts of the fans when quad match at Watchung Hills on record at 100-29, and he completed he attained his 100th career varsity February 16, the same place that the the first leg of his journey when he victory in the 72-9 Raider victory. last Raider to reach the 100-career finished his freshman season at heavy- “It’s a great feeling. I had to skip victory mark, Tristan Bundy, got his weight with a 10-16 record. Tufaro out on a few matches so I could get it magic number in 2010. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MAKING HIS DRIVE…Blue Devil junior Dave Kane, No. 35, makes his drive to the basket in the Union County Tournament second round game against Roselle in Rahway on February 13. D. ELLIOTT SINKS 16 PTS, HESS HITS 15, TORESCO 12 Rams Rock Blue Devil Boys In UCT Basketball, 62-51 By DAVID B. CORBIN on February 13. out of their rhythm with a 6-0 surge, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times In their previous meeting on Janu- then later, James Womble converted History repeated itself, in a way, as ary 24 in Westfield, the Rams clung to four straight steals to lay-ups for an 8- the 10th-seeded Roselle High School a two-point lead but scored the first 0 run to win the quarter, 20-8. boys basketball team capitalized on eight points of the fourth quarter, forc- “Unfortunately the last two times Blue Devil turnovers and rolled with ing the Blue Devils to foul, then sank we played them, we dealt with similar a strong fourth-quarter surge to rock seven of 10 free throws to win the fourth quarters. We had a lot of trouble seventh-seeded Westfield, 62-51, in quarter, 21-7, and the game 55-39. getting stops down the stretch and the second round of the Union County This time, the 13-9 Rams trailed by kind of got away from what was work- Tournament at Rahway High School one point but threw the Blue Devils CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MAGIC NUMBER 100…Raider heavyweight Anthony Tufaro received his 100th varsity career win on Senior Night during Grand Opening of the Piscataway match in Scotch Plains on Valentine’s Day. Pictured with Tufaro is Raider Head Coach TJ Gavor. Blue Devil Girls, Boys Glide 4 Forest Glen Court, Westfield OPEN HOUSE: To Sectional Swim Crowns Sunday, February 24th, 2013 1-4PM

By DAVID B. CORBIN first in nine of the 11 events, includ- two individual events and swam on Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing all three relays, in their 116-54 two winning relays. Erika Daniel, The No. 1-ranked Westfield High victory over Montclair, and the boys Baldwin, Gwyn Devin and Courtney School swim girls and No. 3-ranked seized first in seven of the 11 events, Han finished first in the 200-medley boys easily took top honors in their including all three relays, in their relay with a time of 1:54.43. Courtney respective North Jersey, Section 1, 118-52 triumph over Millburn. Day, Devin, Cronin and Reinhardt Public A Championships on Febru- Ellie Reinhardt, Sarah Cronin and won the 200-free relay in 1:44.41. ary 15. The Blue Devil girls captured Caroline Baldwin each placed first in CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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We just wanted to match MUDTURTLES KICKOFF relay in 3:47.79. some people up to keep things rolling Back in the Early ’50s The Mudturtles will hold their first Reinhardt grabbed first in the 200- in a positive direction. I was defi- Kickoff Party and Fundraiser on Sat- free at 2:02.03 and the 500-free at nitely pleased with the way a number urday, March 9, 8 p.m. to midnight at By BRUCE JOHNSON the Knights of Columbus Hall on North 5:29.18. Cronin took first in the 200- of kids performed, but particularly, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times individual medley at 2:13.63 and the Audrey Bangs, Gwyn Devin, Julia Avenue. 100-free at 54.61. Baldwin won the Diamantopolous, Amy West, Jack Somebody who was born when As Westfield became an upper light. WHS had its 45-meet win streak Cost is $35 per person in advance Westfield started its dominance in New middle class enclave, there were boys’ snapped, but it was by the Princeton ($40 at the door) and beer, wine, food 50-free in 24.17 and the 100-back- Rose, Max Shin and Nick Constantine and dessert will be provided. Word is stroke at 59.53. Montclair’s Anna continue to contribute and we expect Jersey swimming would be closing in little leagues for football, basketball, University freshman and it was one of on retirement age about now. The big baseball and wrestling. But it was the great meets the Y has ever hosted. that coach Paul Harbaugh (WHS ’80) Wisniewsky took first in the 100- some big things from them in the difference being, while the retiree swimming that became its dominant has been practicing up on his “Shout” butterfly in 59.91 and Charlotte upcoming meets,” Blue Devil Head When it was over, the Devils had would be slowing down a bit and kick- sport, with help from a feeder system merely won 104 of their last 106 meets. and “Shama Lama Ding Dong” trib- O’Leary won the 100-breaststroke in Coach Jeff Knight said. ing it down a gear or two, WHS swim- at the Westfield YMCA. utes to Otis Day and the Knights, so it 19.37. The Blue Devil girls are looking Then they doubled runner-up Pingry’s ming appears to be taking off. While 1958 is considered the break- score at the Union County meet, they should be well worth the admission Matt Daniel won two individual to win their 15th NJSIAA state cham- The Blue Devils faced Hunterdon through year for WHS swimming – doubled the score of runner-up costs. events and swam on two winning pionship. Immaculate Heart Acad- Central on Tuesday in the state semifi- Joe Kursar’s team won the first of Plainview, N.Y., at the Eastern Send checks payable to Union relays for the Blue Devil boys. He emy has the most girls’ titles with nals, too late for Leader deadlines. If what is now a record 23 state champi- Interscholastics, and they had more County Rugby Football Club (or won the 50-free in 23.19 and the 100- 16. Last year, the Blue Devil girls they won, they would likely be facing onships, and townspeople first voted points than the second- through sixth- UCRFC) to Michele Ehrhart, 728 free in 50.89 and teamed with Max defeated Cherry Hill West, 89-81, the Cherry Hill East-Bridgewater- in and then out a proposed new pool place teams combined, while winning Warren Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 or Shin, Luke McGrory and Stephen for the title, which earned them the Raritan winner in Saturday’s 2 p.m. at the high school – it was in 1951 that seven of 11 events at the state meet. Rose Hughes, 240 Massachusetts Husch to win the 200-free relay in No. 1 status. final at the College of New Jersey. the team first truly stepped into the And a month later, April 24-26, the Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090. RSVP 1:33.03. McGrory, Nick Constantine, The Blue Devil boys are looking to WHS, which lost a close dual meet to state’s swimming consciousness. Westfield Y hosted the YMCA Na- deadline is Feb. 28. Daniel and Connor Moore won the win their 24th NJSIAA title, but first B-R back in December, is looking to Bob Clotworthy (1947-49) and Ken tional Championships. The featured It is also asked that all attendees 400-free relay in 3:28.96. they must take care of business with add state title No. 24. The WHS girls Welch (1950) had opened some eyes duel was between Westfield (mostly bring a non-perishable food item – or John Lindros took top honors in No. 2-ranked Bridgewater-Raritan. are in the same boat, swimming with four straight state diving cham- WHS kids) and the Chicago-Lawson two or three – to benefit local food the 200-free at 1:51.36, and Tyler Last year, the Blue Devil boys needed Hillsborough on Tuesday and, if they pionships. But on March 3, 1951 – Branch YMCA (featuring kids from banks. Lessner took first in the 100-breast- to place 1-3 in the final event, the win, taking on the Hunterdon Central- nearly 62 years ago – at Princeton suburbia’s Evanston, Hinsdale and FANTASTIC FINISHES stroke at 1:02.85. Lessner, Kevin 400-free relay, and did to sink the Cherry Hill East winner Saturday at University’s ancient Dillon Pool, New Trier – three of WHS’s biggest A couple years back we wrote about Clauss, Shin and Husch finished first Panthers, 86-84, for the title. 3:45 p.m. They will be looking for Westfield finished a strong second to rivals that winter for all-America hon- the top amazing comebacks in WHS’s in the 200-medley relay at 1:44.34. “We were happy with the results state title No. 15. perennial power Trenton – its highest ors. The other big rival was Santa history. While going through some old Miller Chris Blabo won the 200-indi- from the sectional meets because at (Both teams recently passed mile- finish ever – and also won its first Clara, Calif.). emails last weekend, I came across vidual relay in 2:04.25 and the 500- this point of the season the objective stones. The boys, whose team started individual state swimming titles. Led by Dave (Su) Perkowski, who these two. free in 4:57.25. Ben Lin won the 100- is to swim well and advance. We are in 1934, became the first Jersey school After junior Larry Mullen (breast- won the 100 and 200 breaststrokes and Faithful Reader Greg Gorski butterfly in 53.26 and the 100-back- looking for our best swims to hope- to win 800 meets. The girls, who started stroke), senior Dick Cooledge (back- swam on the record-setting 400-med- pointed out that WHS’s 10-9, football stroke in 57.21. fully come in the next two meets,” in 1978, are now a member of the 400- stroke) and junior Dick Schmal ley relay team with John Ketcham, win over Lizzy-Beth on Oct. 11, 1980 “We have continually tried differ- Coach Knight said. win club.) (freestyle) had finished second in their Harvey Gerber and Peter Heesch, the should have been on our list of Fan- ent things in order to best prepare The 1950s and early ’60s are gen- individual races, senior Dick LaRoza Westfield Y captured the first of its tastic Finishes. He is correct. Quar- ourselves for the upcoming meets BrH2O Panthers Beat erally recalled as a wonderful time – (often misspelled Larosa) ended the back-to-back national championships. terback Mike Lasher, who had moved and the same held true at the sectional the Eisenhower years, Ozzie and first-place draught by capturing the The tide had turned. There would be into town from North Carolina, was final. We knew that the teams we Raiders in Sectional Harriet, Happy Days and Leave it to 150-yard individual medley (there no turning back. the hero. With WHS leading, 7-6, he were swimming, Montclair and Beaver. But that may not be an en- was no butterfly back then). Cooledge, Now, 62 years since 1951 and Dick made a touchdown-saving tackle at The No. 2 ranked Bridgewater- tirely accurate picture, as the Civil Mullen and Schmal immediately fol- LaRoza’s breakthrough victory, WHS the Westfield 21 with just over one Raritan High School Panthers de- Rights movement, the Vietnam War lowed with another first in the 150- is on the threshold of another title. minute remaining in the game. On the Probitas Verus Honos feated the Scotch Plains-Fanwood and the general chaos of the later ’60s medley relay (the order of events was LONG TIME COMING day the football scoreboard was dedi- swim boys, 120-50, in the North would show. It is, however, a fairly much different, too). This winter has seen all the major cated to the late Randy Ellis (WHS Cougar Cagers Stop Jersey, Section 2, Public A Cham- good portrayal of the booming town Finishing third that day was WHS teams enjoy success. In fact, ’63) by his classmates, a former de- pionship meet at the Raritan Bay of Westfield, an area of 6.7 square Plainfield. In those days Westfield they all qualified for the state tourna- fensive tackle, key defensive stops by Raiders in UCT Hoops YMCA in Perth Amboy on Febru- miles that grew from 18,000 prior to beating Plainfield in anything was a ment. That last winter that happened Mike Fenlon and Tom Ripperger The second-seeded Cranford High ary 15. World War II to its current 30,000 season’s highlight. Plainfield was the was in 2005-06, and before that you forced Lizzy-Beth to settle for a go- School girls basketball team defeated Ryan Gajdzisz won the Raiders’ plus almost overnight. biggest rival then and Vic Liske’s have to go back to 1989-90. ahead field goal with 36 seconds left. 10th-seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood, only two events, the 200-freestyle In the spring of 1962 the Big Apple swim teams used to beat up on In 2006 each of the six teams – the Lasher then connected with Mike 43-37, in the quarterfinal round of in 1:43.92 and the 500-freestyle in even took notice when the New York Westfield twice a year. Ed Allen’s ice hockey program didn’t start until Henry for two nice gains and, with the Union County Tournament at 4:47.43. Panthers Brandon Herald American sent sports writer Blue Devils were 9-2 in 1951, losing 1995 – again qualified, but only the the help of a 15-yard facemask pen- O’Brien, Dylan Sali, Jesse Novak Sam Goldaper to do a full-page story twice to Plainfield. swim teams won a round, the boys alty, Lasher converted a 42-yard field Roselle Catholic High School on goal (second longest in school his- February 14. and Bora Sebuktekin won the 200- with the headline: “Westfield, N.J. – Schmal came back in 1952 and won losing in the sectional final and the medley relay in 1:39.15. O’Brien, Athletic Boom Town.” both the 50 and 100 freestyles; Mullen girls falling in the state final. tory at the time, and still No. 3) with Senior point guard Jenna Goeller won the 150 IM. three seconds left. pumped in three 3-pointers and fin- Sean Sali, Jason Tan and Nick Twenty-three years ago, 1990, each Agnello won the 200-free relay in WF’s Fagan Ties From 1957-62 the swim team en- of the five teams – boys and girls Faithful Reader Ed Thorne (WHS, ished with 13 points, while Jess joyed a 59-meet win streak. They had ’64) had written from out near Cape McCoy pulled down 14 rebounds 1:32.06. Agnello, Tan, Dylan Sali basketball, boys and girls swimming, and Novak won the 400-free relay Meet Record in PV replaced Trenton as the state’s top team. and wrestling – won at least once; both Cod that on May 12, 1964, the base- and sank five points. Kaitlin They won state titles all three years ball team rallied against Hillside for McGovern netted 10 points and in 3:24.51. Westfield High School senior Pe- swim teams and the wrestlers all lost Dylan Sali touched first in the ter Fagan tied the meet record in that cross country/track coach Walt in the state championship final. six runs in the last of the seventh Mairead McKeary scored five for the Clarkson spent his early mornings While the wrestlers lost their opener inning and then won 7-6 in eight 16-7 Cougars. Tabitha Dwunfour and 200-individual medley in 2:01.72 the pole vault with a personal-best and the 100-backstroke in 54.98. clearance of 15-0 at the Group 4 coaching the team (1961-63). And they last week, they took North Hunterdon innings. Charley Widmer, who Taylor Sebolao each sank 10 points won as “Uncle Joe” Della Badia started down to the final bout before falling, doubled and scored the winning run for the 10-13 Raiders, while Katie Novak took first in the 50-free at Indoor Track Championships at the 21.79 and the 100-free at 48.04. Bennett Center in Toms River on his four-year run of sweeping the Union 31-25. “I’m really proud of my guys,” on an error in the eighth, had a two- Harper scored eight points and Meg County, Eastern Interscholastic and coach Glen Kurz said. “This team has run single in the seventh, and Thorne Fernandez scored five. O’Brien won the 100-butterfly in February 16. Blue Devil senior Kevin Smith finished fifth in the state titles in 1964. taken our program to the next level.” added an RBI double. 55.43 and Sean Sali won the 100- Better to get it right later then not at Sc. Pl. - Fanwood 3 11 17 7 37 breaststroke in 1:03.35. 800 meters with a time of 1:59.18. But 1965 was the year Westfield That ended the wrestlers’ win streak Cranford 9 15 11 8 43 totally stepped into the national spot- at 18, which is the third longest in team all.

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Stevens, 75-55 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 verted to put-backs, and contributed and an assist. Devin Glover had three and the Raiders won the quarter, 19- three assists. Senior point guard Xavier steals and a rebound. 15, to lead 37-25 at the half. Noel-Brooks scored 12 points and The JP Steven Hawks relied prima- With the leadership of Chowdhary, added six rebounds, two steals and a rily on their outside shooting and the Hawks changed their tactics in tipped pass that led to a steal, but most sank eight 3-pointers. The most the first part of the third quarter and of all, he contributed 10 assists. deadly outside shooter was John found success inside. The Raiders “Everyone was playing well, so Maxham, who sank five 3-pointers adjusted and carried a 55-44 lead into you find your open man. It’s not a and finished with 19 points. Maxham the final quarter. matter of who scores the most. It’s gave the Raiders’ defense a taste of “We had to help. People had to slide about everyone scoring and getting his medicine with back-to-back 3- down, so we stayed in the middle and more points than the other team, and pointers midway through the first made them make the pass and let them that’s what we did,” Bonacum said. quarter, which caused the Raiders to come to us,” Greenberg explained. Senior Matt Greenberg also had an adjust their defense. Bull hit six of his points in the across the board fine showing offen- “He was one of the best shooters fourth quarter, which the Raiders won, sively with eight points and two as- we’ve seen all season. We played as 20-11. sists, and especially defensively with best as we can. That’s how they score The Raiders were scheduled to face three steals and seven rebounds. most of their points. We held them highly ranked Ridge in the first round “I tried to play pressure defense. everywhere else, so we did our job,” of the state section, but they are quite They put me on their biggest guy. I Bonacum said. optimistic. tried to shut him down, and I got a Hawk Schlok Garg bucketed 10 “I really think we can turn some couple traps. Traps sometimes forced points, including a pair of 3-pointers, heads in the states. Ridge is number them to make mistakes. When they and Nick Dooley also scored 10 points. 11, but I think we can stay with them make mistakes, you can get points,” After Maxham hit his first two 3- pretty well,” Greenberg said. Greenberg said. pointers, the Raiders did adjust and “We are finally coming together as Junior Andrew Voysest sank eight went on a 10-2 roll to win the first a team, not like we were at the begin- points, and he also had five rebounds, quarter, 18-10. Bonacum sank 11 ning of the year. We have a good David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times COUGARS’ LEADING SCORER…Senior forward Stefan Fedorchak, No. 22, led the Cougars with 10 points in the Union a pair of steals and an assist. Quaryee points in the quarter. Early in the feeling about the states coming up. I County Tournament game against Plainfield in Rahway on February 13. Bull netted eight points, four steals, a second quarter, point guard SJ think we are going to beat Ridge,” blocked shot and two rebounds. Leo Chowdhary banged a three and Noel-Brooks said. Ramos came off the bench and banged Maxham added his third three, but JP Stevens 10 15 19 11 55 FEDORCHAK NETS 10 PTs; TROTTER 7, GREEN 6 PTs in 11 points, while adding a rebound Ramos and Voysest each hit a three Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 18 19 18 20 75 Cardinal Boys Soar, Ground Cougars in UCT Hoops, 56-33

By DAVID B. CORBIN the storm. That’s what our coach tells their ability to bang six-to-eight 3- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times us to do. We just couldn’t hit shots pointers a game but not this time. Synchronization was well in tact today. Sometimes they go in. Some- Senior guard Chris Wills (3 rebounds, for the sixth-seeded Plainfield High times they don’t. We got stopped in 3 assists, steal) hit the Cougars’ first School Cardinals boys basketball the second half. We couldn’t convert 3-pointer in the third quarter, while team, but it was virtually non existent on offense, and it killed us,” Cougar Trotter and Matt Smith each hit one for the 14th-seeded Cranford Cou- senior center Reggie Green said. in the fourth quarter. Trotter hit all gars in their 56-33 loss in the second Green was guarded closely by Car- seven of his points in the fourth quar- round of the Union County Tourna- dinal big men Denzel Christian and ter and finished with three assists and ment at Rahway High School on Feb- Ahmad Baker, and along with Wade six rebounds. ruary 13. Brown and Donzel Johnson con- Fedorchak (3 rebounds, blocked With the exception of senior for- trolled the boards on both sides of the shot, assist), who led the team with ward Stefan Fedorchak’s lay-up after court. The Cardinals were also dis- 10 points, sank six of the Cougars’ 10 junior guard Tommy Trotter’s assist rupting nearly every play the Cou- first-quarter points and Green, who at the beginning of the game, the gars attempted to set up with their finished with seven rebounds and a Cougars were shaky in the first quar- quick hands, which led to turnovers steal, rolled in the other four. Johnson ter and even more out of sync in the and fast-break lay-ups. scored seven of his 14 points in the second quarter and never recovered “They are pretty athletic. They have quarter. for the remainder of the game. big kids. They are hard to box out. It The Cardinals went on a thieving “We didn’t hit shots in the first was hard to hit shots when we were spree and won the second quarter, half. We thought we could weather not getting anything. When we are 18-6, to take a 30-16 lead at the half. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times not getting anything, we can’t hit Baker bucketed eight of his 11 points GOOD HELP OFF THE BENCH…Raider Devin Glover, No. 5, came off the bench and made a strong showing against the Probitas Verus Honos shots,” Green said. in the quarter, while Brown hit five JP Stevens Hawks. The Cougars have been known for CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Westfield Baseball League Spring Tryouts 2013 “You Gotta Have Faith” Major & Pony Leagues Only Majors: (5th & 6th grades) TOO LATE!!!! SOLD IN THE BLIZZARD WITH 11 OFFERS! Date Time Event Location 3/16 8:30-12 Hitting The Ballpark 3/17 8-1 Fielding Sid Fey field 3/23 8-12 Fielding Sid Fey field 3/24 8:30-12 Hitting The Ballpark Players (5th & 6th graders) who were on a Majors team last year do not need to tryout again. You will automatically be placed on a team. Ponys: (7th thru 10th grades) Date Time Event Location

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When we are Danny Mitchell, who led the team for six straight points to take a 48-43 clicking we are a tough team to beat with four assists and totaled seven lead early in the fourth quarter. Hess, and I feel we have a lot of good basket- points, scored three points. with Mitchell’s assist, attempted to ball left in us this year,” Blue Devil Since the Blue Devils’ slick inside break the jinx. Womble sank a 2- Head Coach Daryl Palmieri said. success forced the Rams to pull back pointer, but Dylan Elliott thieved a The Blue Devils’ woes with the their defense in the second quarter, ball, drove to the basket and casually Rams began earlier than in their pre- they shifted to an outside strategy and rolled it in to make the score, 50-47, vious game when they found them- banged three 3-pointers to win the midway through the quarter. After selves trailing, 16-11, after the first third quarter, 14-13, Toresco fed Dan Hairston went to the line and hit quarter. Senior center Scott Toresco Dylan Elliott for two straight 3-point- both of his free throws, tension got rolled in six of his 12 points in the ers. Elliott then drove to the basket the best of the Blue Devils and quarter, but Ram senior Jamar for a lay-up to finish with eight points. Womble capitalized to convert four Redman, who led all scorers with 24 Hess added his second 3-pointer, straight steals to eight points. points, sank seven and Julian Jones Mitchell put in a lay-up and Sean Roselle 16 13 13 20 62 hit for five points. Elliott sank a free throw. Westfield 11 18 14 8 51 The Blue Devils found their groove to win the second quarter, 18-13, to knot the score, 29-29, at the half. Raider Icers End Season, Toresco, who finished with eight re- bounds, two assists and a steal, scored his other six points, while junior Dylan Fundraising Gala Saturday Elliott, who led Westfield with 16 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High hands full in that first round match- points, netted five points, and senior David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times guard Keegan Hess sank five of his School Raider Icers ended their regular up and if successful would have had CRANKING UP HIS OPPONENT…Raider Dein Rice, top, cranks his Piscataway opponent Jay Domino with a front arm season last week on a down note losing to have faced either Summit or bar and underhook to end his 145-lb bout in 1:48. to Cranford, 6-0, and Westfield, 4-0, Westfield in the second round. Those then dropping a close one to Watchung two teams tied for the county crown Plainfield Boys Top Hills, 2-1. Their overall record was 8- with identical 11-1 records this sea- 12-2 with a very respectable Union son, splitting their games by 4-3 and Tufaro Gets 100th, Raiders Rap Chiefs, 72-9 Cougars in UCT County record of 5-5-2, a history best 5-4 scores. Barring an upset, the UCT CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 for the Raider hockey club. championship game on Saturday at CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 The brightest spot for the Raiders Warinanco Rink should be a high went 34-8 his sophomore year. His to 15-7 in the win over the Chiefs, and his season record to 20-9. points. Fedorchak, Green and junior this season was the stalwart play of school hockey classic. junior year yielded a 33-4 record, a sophomore Alex Mirabella got things Rice commented, “I started my fresh- John Oblachinski each hit for two senior, four-year starter, goalie Jason The Raider ice hockey program is Union County Tournament (UCT) rocking when he pinned Osric Belle in man year but didn’t actually get serious points. Breit. He will be sorely missed and still mostly funded by the parents and title and a Region 3 title, which quali- 3:10 with a cradle at 195-lbs to up his until this year. I wish I had done it The Cardinals stretched their lead look for him to be in the running for could use support to keep their pro- fied him for the NJSIAA State Cham- record to 17-10. At 220-lbs, Chief Rob before, but I can’t change the past.” to 45-23 by the end of the third quar- All-County honors. gram improving. The annual pionships in Atlantic City where he Brown recorded four takedowns, a Referring to his bout with Domino, ter and the thefts and dominance un- The Union County Tournament fundraising gala is this Saturday, Feb- placed eighth. This year, in addition nearfall and an escape to defeat Dan Rice added, “Whatever comes my der the boards were apparent. (UCT) playoffs started Monday with ruary 23, at the Westwood with hors to another UCT crown, his win against Van Brunt, 11-5. way, I seize the opportunity. What- Oblachinski and Fedorchak each sank the Raiders taking on the Johnson d’oeuvres, dinner, open bar, tricky tray, the Chiefs put his record at 23-1. After Tufaro received his forfeit, ever I can get, I take it.” a 2-pointer and Wills nailed his 3- Crusaders with whom their record silent auction and music. It will be a “My freshman year was my second Raider Jashmar Philippe recorded a At 152-lbs, Raider Dom Pigna re- pointer. Johnson scored six points this season was 2-0-1. The Crusaders great opportunity to learn about the year of wrestling. I didn’t think about takedown, two reversals and three covered very well from a takedown and Brown added five more points. have been on an upswing though af- program, support the team and have any of this. I didn’t think about Atlan- nearfalls before prying Isiah Benbow when he used a move known as a Trotter scored the first seven of the ter tying the Raiders, 0-0, in their last some fun. Go to the team’s website at tic City. My coach my freshman year, to his back in 2:28 with a half nelson at Cement Mixer to tumble Jorge Diaz to Cougars’ points in the final quarter contest and putting up a good effort in www.leaguelineup.com/spficehockey John Sholz, in the first practice, gave 106-lbs. JT Beirne received a forfeit at his back in 1:59. Raiders Corey Bell and Smith hit the other three. recently losing 3-2 to the reigning to purchase your tickets online and us a piece of paper and said, ‘write 113-lbs then Tommy Cunningham, and Matt Blanck received forfeits at Cranford 10 6 7 10 33 state champions Summit. help the Raiders compete in the tough down your overall high school career after escaping Arcelio Aponte with an 160-lbs and 170-lbs, respectively. Plainfield 12 18 15 11 56 The Raiders will have had their Union County league. goals.’ I wrote county championship arm elevator, took him to the mat and At 182-lbs, Raider Matt Ridge re- as the first one, going to Atlantic City pinned with an arm bar/half nelson in corded a lateral drop takedown to a as the last one and my in-between 3:46 at 120-lbs. nearfall on Eti-ini Udott then at- was getting 100 wins. I did it all,” Raider Steve Carrion performed a tempted a devastating pinning ma- The Proven Professional Tufaro said with a bit of a chuckle. pair of switch reversals then clamped neuver known as a Spladle but slipped The upcoming District 11 Tourna- Jerrid Guerra with a cradle at the with his right leg and, instead, be- ment in Westfield is scheduled for buzzer to end the second period at came the victim in 1:24. this Friday and Saturday, February 126-lbs. Brian Lapham and Vito Petitti WEIGHT SEQUENCE: Long-term success in the real estate profession is 22-23, and Tufaro, who is also ranked received forfeits at 132-lbs and 138- 195: — Mirabella (S) p Belle, 3:10 reserved for the select few who consistently deliver third in the state, is a sure bet to get the lbs, respectively, to make the team 220: — Brown (P) d Van Brunt, 11-5 top seed. score 48-3. Hwt: — Tufaro (S) won forfeit value to their clients. With unparalleled dignity and 106: — Philippe (S) p Benbow, 2:28 “There’s going to be a lot of people Senior Dein Rice, who dabbled with 113: — Beirne (S) won forfeit grace, Hye-Young Choi continues to provide an looking at me. When you get to dis- wrestling his first few years but turned 120: — Cunningham (S) p Aponte, 3:46 inspired level of service and outstanding results. tricts and regions, everyone is looking up the volume in a big way this sea- 126: — Carrien (S) p Guerra, 4:00 at every move that you possibly make. son, used his athletic ability and his 132: — Lapham (S) won forfeit 138: — Petitti (S) won forfeit Hye-Young Choi It’s going to be a lot of pressure, but I knowledge of mechanical advantage 145: — Rice (S) p Domino, 1:48 went through it before, so hopefully it to crank Chief Jay Domino to his 152: — Pigna (S) p Diaz, 1:50 Sales Associate doesn’t get to me,” Tufaro said. back with an arm bar/half nelson in 160: — Bell (S) won forfeit The Raiders upped their team record 1:48 at 145-lbs. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN The match against the Vikings be- but fell short, 7-3. After Steve Hill Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times gan at 126-lbs where Rob Fornini defeated Jeff Weiss, 6-0, at 220-lbs More key bouts went in favor of claimed a 7-1 decision over fresh- the Vikings led, 23-21. the home team, and the sixth-seeded man Andrew Tompkins. Sophomore “The match was a close one all the Cranford High School wrestling Gavin Murray amassed a technical way through. It wasn’t the coin toss team wound up on the short end of a fall over Kyle Bota at 132-lbs to give that got us. We got every match up 39-27 score against the third-seeded the Cougars a 5-3 team lead. At 138- that we wanted. We just fell a little Parsippany Hills Vikings in the semi- lbs, Viking Christian Signorelli short in a few spots. We couldn’t get final round of the North Jersey, pinned Diego Castro in 1:39 then the pins in spots and didn’t finish Group 2, Section 2 Tournament on Cougar junior Corey Birch pinned well in others, but as a team, I was February 13. Justin Kim in 1:46 at 145-lbs to put very proud of the way we wrestled,” The 20-5 Cougars advanced to the Cranford back on top, 11-9. Coach Gorman said. semifinal round after crushing Or- Cougar Niko Capello jumped up to Cougar sophomore heavyweight ange, 60-9, in the first round. 152-lbs but dropped a close, 5-2, Jon El-Khoury earned a huge victory “This year has been a year of firsts decision to Sam Mual. Senior Jimmy when he pinned Adrian Macko in for Cranford, the first time we Dwyer grabbed a 15-2, majority de- 3:06 to give the Cougars a 27-23 wrestled an overnight out of state cision at 160-lbs over Steve Stringas. lead.

Courtesy of Bill Howard for The Westfield Leader and The Times EN ROUTE TO A PIN…Blue Devil Colin Barber, right, drives down Union’s Brandon Paris in wrestling on February 13, at Union. Barber recorded a pin in the 160-pound class at 2:20 and Westfield won all but two matches en route a 61-6 victory and a 19-2 record. Nick Kalimtzis, Yusef Dwider, Anthony Aldana, Nick Velez, and Colin Barber all recorded pins. John Fuller, Matt Barber, Nick Rotondo and Vin DiFilippo had major decision wins. WF Devilfish ‘Deep Freeze’ Blue Devils Defeat Farmer Matmen, 61-6 Competition at SAY Invite The Westfield High School wres- tling team defeated the Union Farm- The Westfield Area “Y” Devilfish and 200-breast); Erika Daniel – sec- ers, 61-6, on February 13 the finish swim team froze the competition at ond (13+ 200-fly); Courtney Day – the regular season with a 19-2 record. the Summit Area “Y” Deep Freeze fourth (11+ 50-free and 13+ 200- Nick Kalimtzis (106-lbs) pinned Sam Distance Meet in Summit on Febru- free); Gwyn Devin – second (13+ Hernandez in 1:44. At 113-lbs, John ary 9-10. Of the 73 Devilfish swim- 100-fly), fifth (13+ 200-fly); Aidan Fuller won an 8-0, majority decision mers aged 11-and-over who com- Donohue – third (11-12 200-free), over Vince Simonetti. Yusef Dwider peted, 95 percent achieved at least seventh (11-12 100-free); Muriel (120-lbs) pinned Nick Wright in 1:53. one personal-best time. Many swim- Maloney – second (11-12 200-back), Anthony Aldana (126-lbs) pinned mers qualified for “Y” Silver and third (11-12 100-fly); Allie McBrearty Dimitry Saint Jean in 3:59. “Y” State Championships and/or – sixth (13+ 100-back); Emily Oster Matt Barber (132-lbs) earned a 13- added additional events to their cham- – seventh (11-13 200IM); Lauren 5, majority decision over Chris pionship meet schedule. Schmeider – eighth (11+ 50-free); Dorvius. Nick Velez (138-lbs) pinned Boys: Eric Bebel – First (11-12 Shannon Sokolow – third (13+ 100- Toussaint Shakespeare in 3:15. Nick 200-breast), second (11-12 100- fly and 200-fly); seventh (13+ 100 Rotondo (145-lbs) grabbed an 8-0, breast and 100-fly); Ryan Bebel – and 200-back); Courtney Thomas – majority decision over Jeremy second (11-12 200-fly), third (11-12 fifth (11-12 100-breast); Sophia Randolph. Vin DiFilippo (152-lbs) 100-back, 100-free and 200IM); Weldon – eighth (11-12 100-free); won a 14-4, majority decision over Stefan Crigler – fourth (13+ 100- Amy West – third (14+ 200IM), eighth Mike Zuena. Colin Barber (160-lbs) breast); Colin Daniel – second (13+ (13+ 100-fly). pinned Brandon Paris in 2:20. Bill Tompkins for The Westfield Leader and The Times 200-fly); Ryan Daniel – seventh (13+ Farmer Dan Syzdek (170-lbs) TOTAL CONTROL OF HIS BOUT…Gavin Murray recorded a technical fall over Parsippany Hills Viking Kyle Bota at 200-back); Nicandro Donadio – first Reading is Good For You edged Kevin Frega, 9-6. Blue Devils 132-lbs. See more of Tompkins’ photos at www.goleader.com Ballyhoo Sports. (13+ 200-breast), sixth (14+ 200IM); Brian Bulger (182-lbs) and Nick Lucas Fan – eighth (13+ 100-back); Arnold (195-lbs) received forfeits. trip, the first time in a very long time Viking Mike Weiss won by technical “One of the highlights for me was Rory McGovern – seventh (11-12 Farmer Jorge Quintero (220-lbs) beat we beat Roselle Park, the first time to 100-free); Griff Morgan – seventh fall over Matt DiMartino at 170-lbs that our heavyweight went out and Cotter Spurlock, 6-2. Blue Devil get 20 wins, and the first time since then senior Corey Markovitch pinned their guy who was 20-5. Jon (13+ 1000-free); Nick Youssef – heavyweight Kyle Kania defeated 2001 to win a sections match. I am bumped up to 182-lbs to pin Jim El-Khoury has wrestled well all year fourth (11-13 200IM). Kris Lewis, 3-1. really proud and happy for this team. Girls: Audrey Bangs – sixth (13+ McGinley in 2:43 to give the Cougars and has been flying under the radar, This is a special year that the seniors a 21-17 lead. but producing a lot of team points for 1000-free); Emma Buckley – sixth will never forget,” Cougar Head (14+ 200IM); Caitlin Carroll – first Probitas Verus Honos Cougar Rob Kessler had a tough us. He is someone we can always rely goleader.com/subscribe Coach Pat Gorman said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 (13+ 200-fly), sixth (13+ 200-back bout with Nicholas D’Uva at 195-lbs LOOK WHO’S #1 LOOK WHO’S #1 IN PLAINFIELD...AGAIN! IN MOUNTAINSIDE! Congratulations On Your Outstanding Congratulations On Your Outstanding Accomplishment In 2012! Accomplishment In 2012!

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Hills Top Cougar Matmen CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 Are You Paying Too Much? on. This year he is 23-6 with 13 pins think that a key to the success is that and it’s a direct result of the hard the kids are having a lot of fun and WESTFIELD – Did your tax bill at the Westfield Area “Y.” work he puts in each day,” Coach that helps in every aspect. But we receive a reduction commensurate To educate you in the process and Gorman said. both know that there is still work to with the reduction in your home’s possibly put you on the path to con- From that point, however, the Vi- be done and lots more wrestling to be value since 2007? Or maybe you siderable tax savings, expert Jennifer kings took control of the Cougar had before this season is over,” Coach always thought you were over taxed. Jacobus, Esq. will outline all you freshmen in the three lower weight Gorman said. There is a tax appeal system need to know to consider if classes. At 106-lbs, Jeel Patel earned The Cougars will be competing in in place to address these a tax appeal is right for you. a 13-2, majority decision over Chase the District 11 Tournament held in issues and get you the lower The seminar is free and Gunther. Reed Osterman pinned Nick Westfield this Friday and Saturday, tax bill you deserve. open to the public March 7, Scaramuzzi in 59 seconds at 113-lbs, February 22-23. The key teams will And since homebuyers 7:30 p.m., at the “Y” – 220 and Aric Imhoff pinned Dave Busch be Westfield, Cranford, Scotch Plains- are tax-conscious, too, you Clark Street, Westfield. Seat- in 2:17 at 120-lbs. Fanwood, Brearley, Rahway, Eliza- will increase the resale value ing is limited, so reserve “In addition to having a very sup- beth and the Linden Tigers, who won of your property, by getting now, at FRIENDS ACROSS THE POND…On February 11, the Westfield 8th grade girls portive group of parents and fans, I last year. your taxes reduced in ad- www.valuemyhomenj.com, A team played against The Malahide Basketball club, from outside of Dublin, vance. or leave a voicemail at (908) Ireland, pictured with blue uniforms. Also pictured are Team Freckles from Elizabeth and the Westfield team: Hannah Liddy, Samantha Della Fera, Shan- Every homeowner is en- Jennifer Jacobus 518-5456. non Devitt, Lizzie Brucia, Danielle Rinaldi, Jenna Iorio, Kasey Ciarletta and FSPY Men’s B’ballers Battle titled to challenge their as- Hosted as a public service Parker Yarusi. Coached by Russell “Boo” Bowers and Ray Yarusi, the team was sessment, with or without an attor- by Scott Gleason, Susan Gallagher victorious and had a great time meeting new friends. ney. Appeals must be filed by April 1. and Jackie Safran of RE/MAX Prop- For League Playoff Positions The principles of tax assessment erties Unlimited. and how to pursue adjustments, See it all on the web in color . . . Paid Bulletin Board The Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” Glen McDonald (10 points, 12 re- through a property tax appeal, will be goleader.com/express bounds) led Hooptown. explained in a free seminar, March 7, www.goleader.com Men’s Basketball League hit Week 8 of this season. As the six teams jockey Game 3: Fast Break 58, Double for playoff positions, four are tied for Dribble, 55. Looking to run away third place. with the best record, Fast Break Game 1: Court Masters 53, Above needed production from the triumvi- the Rim 29. Court Masters jumped rate of Tim Gray (18 points), Jason out early, taking a 26-16 halftime Holley (16 points) and Jerry Baglien lead. As the second half continued, (12 points) to beat ‘big-man’ play of Court Masters took advantage of Double Dribble’s Marlon Brown (13 Above the Rim’s weak zone defense, rebounds, 16 points, 8 assists). As the pouring in more debilitating 3-point- scoring continued with Christopher ers, finishing with seven buckets from Mattina’s 18 points, it looked like behind the arc. Jason Pompeo (22 Double Dribble was going to get the points, 12 rebounds) and Greg victory, but it was not to be. Cathy Splinter Anne Weber Joyce Taylor Jill Skibinsky Jodi Luminiello Gardner (15 points, 10 assists led For any questions regarding the Sales Associate Sales Associate Sales Associate Sales Associate Sales Associate Court Masters). “Y” Men’s Basketball League, please Game 2: Hooptown 50, Got Skillz contact Ian Merson at the Fanwood- 43. 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Agent: Joyce Taylor MLS: 2996516 Agent: Beverly Caldora MLS: 2996722 Agent: Jill Skibinsky MLS: 2999197 Agent: Francesca Azzara MLS: 2996522 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 21, 2013 Page 17 McCOY SCORES 12 PTS, MAUCIONE NETS 7, GOELLER 6 Lady Highlanders Get Jump On Cougars in UCT Semi, 36-27

By DAVID B. CORBIN Cougar seniors Jess McCoy and points, 22-17. Unfortunately for the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Kaitlin McGovern (3 steals, 2 blocks, Cougars, Cranston sank a free throw Third seeded Governor Livingston tipped pass), who finished with six then nailed a 3-pointer at the buzzer got the drop very early and success- points, began driving to the basket, but to stretch the lead to nine points. fully threw the second seeded the Highlanders won the first quarter, Cougar Carly Maucione (4 rebounds, Cranford High School basketball girls 11-6. The very closely guarded McCoy blocked shot) hit five of her seven off their game to roll to a 36-27 could not find daylight and neither points in the quarter. victory in the semifinal round of the could her teammates against a tena- “We did a much better job the Union County Tournament at Rahway cious defense in the second quarter that second half, but at that point when High School on February 18. the Highlanders won, 9-2, to command you are down a lot, it’s hard against a The 19-4 Highlanders, with the pres- a 20-8 lead at the half. McCoy was held good team to bounce back so much,” ence of Erin Ferguson and Mallory to just two points but had more success Coach Dyer said. George under the boards, had a strong in the second half to finish with 12 Foul trouble played a major role influence on turning the 16-8 Cou- points to go with her six rebounds, also. Goeller, who finished with two gars’ shooting game to ice. In the three steals, blocked shot and an assist. points and three assists, drew her

Jim O’Connor (njsportpics.com) for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING A CLOSE UP VIEW…New Jersey Devils goalie Martin Brodeur gets a close up view of the puck in the game against the Philadelphia Flyers on February 15. The Devils won, 5-3. See more of Jim O’Connor’s photos at www.goleader.com Ballyhoo Sports pages 5 & 6. Scotch Plains Fanwood Baseball League Prepares For Opening Day, Seeks Donors for New Season The recently organized Scotch If there are any questions, please (908) 908-305-0030 or Plains-Fanwood Baseball League contact Bob Camisa directly @ [email protected]. (SPFBL) is preparing for Opening Day and planning for another suc- cessful season of youth baseball. The SPFBL has already made sev- eral upgrades at Booth Field – New Scoreboard, Rebuilt Pitcher’s Mound, Refurbished Infield and Outfield, New Netting Surrounding the Field Donations allow the league to keep the facilities clean and safe for the players and fans. This year, with gen- erous support, SPFBL will continue David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to upgrade Booth Field and provide HEMMED IN BY HIGHLANDERS…Senior forward Jess McCoy, No. 20, has no opening in the Union County Grade A facilities that are the envy of Tournament semifinal game against the Governor Livingston Highlanders in Rahway on February 18. surrounding communities. SPFBL offers several sponsorship meantime, George scored four points “Our outside shots have been a fourth foul in the third quarter then choices and the goal is to partner with and Ferguson rolled in two, while little bit shaky and we have been McCoy and McGovern drew their local businesses as part over an over- teammate Alisa Cranston banged a 3- working on getting the ball inside. fourth fouls in the fourth quarter. all marketing campaign. Names and pointer to give the Highlanders a 9-2 We really didn’t do that much in the “We got into foul trouble and I company information will be promi- lead before a timeout was called with first half. Second half we did better,” think our girls were afraid they were nently displayed in some of the fol- David B. Corbin (old files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 4:02 left in the first quarter. Cougar Head Coach Jackie Dyer said. going to get called for a foul, but we lowing ways: QUICK STEPPING HOME…Elizabeth Resolute Paul “Quickstep” tramples The two rivals have played twice The urgency of a catch-up game, fought to the end. We didn’t stop Team Jersey Sponsor – Name on home during a Vintage Base Ball game. before, and the Cougars had the up- that caused the Cougars to yield nu- trying. They are a very good team, the back of the Jersey. At year’s end, per hand, but both games were low merous turnovers in the first half, and it’s hard to beat a team three a team photo can be displayed at the Elizabeth Resolutes Vintage scoring, so that 9-2 deficit added an- waned quite a bit in the second half times,” Coach Dyer said. place of business. other problem to the equation, the and at one point in the third quarter Gov. Livingston 11 9 6 10 36 Banner Sponsor – The company need to play catch-up. they cut the Highlanders’ lead to five Cranford 6 2 9 10 27 logo and contact information are Base Ball Seeking Players on display throughout Booth Field for all to see. When SPFBL hosts a The Elizabeth Resolutes recreate 2000. The home field is located at district tournament, teams from sev- an historically factual base ball club Rahway River Park, in Rahway. eral counties will come and com- that played in Elizabeth in the 1870’s. The Resolutes play 1870 rules base LOOK WHO’S #1 pete, which will add maximum ex- The Resolutes are entering their 14th ball, to commemorate the original Reso- posure. year of competition, having started in lutes’ New Jersey state championship of that year. The Resolutes’ opponents IN CRANFORD….AGAIN! are base ball clubs from all over the East Frank D. Isoldi Once Again coast that have formed to recreate the 19th century base ball history of their own home towns and cities. Earns No. 1 Agent Status All rules, uniforms, and equipment used in the Resolutes’ games match Congratulations On Your Outstanding WESTFIELD – Frank D. Isoldi, the marketing of luxury homes. the standards of the 19th century. The broker sales associate with Coldwell A lifelong resident and second- Resolutes are currently recruiting new Accomplishment In 2012! Banker Residential Brokerage generation native of Westfield, he is players. More information, including Westfield East, has once again involved with several community and our 2013 schedule of matches, may be achieved the position of the office’s industry organizations including the seen on the Elizabeth Resolutes’ number one real estate agent based United Fund of Westfield Board of website, elizabethresolutes.com. on his sales performance in 2012. Trustees, Imagine, and the Susan G. Anyone interested in joining the Mr. Isoldi has attained this high-rank- Komen Foundation. Elizabeth Resolutes Base Ball Club ing status every year since 2006. For more information about buy- should contact the captain, Paul Based on his extraordinary service ing or selling a home in Union County Salomone, at [email protected]. and success in 2012, Mr. Isoldi was and its surroundings, contact Frank awarded the Coldwell Banker Inter- D. Isoldi with the Westfield East of- PUBLIC NOTICE national President’s Premier Award fice of Coldwell Banker Residential TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS for the 13th consecutive year, plac- Brokerage at (908) 233-5555 or di- BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ing him among the top 1 rectly on his cell at (908) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the percent of approximately 301-2038. Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town- ship of Scotch Plains will hold a public 83,000 Coldwell Banker Coldwell Banker Resi- hearing on March 7, 2013, at 7:30 pm, sales associates world- dential Brokerage in New Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, wide. Mr. Isoldi also is in Jersey and Rockland Council Chambers to hear the application the top 1 percent of ap- County, N.Y., a leading resi- of Kathleen & Troy Kipp for 1985-2000 Route 22, West, Block 1901, Lot 4.02 proximately 3,000 dential real estate broker- situated in the B-3 Highway Zone for a Use Coldwell Banker Residen- age company, operates 58 Variance in order to operate a tattoo studio tial Brokerage agents in offices with more than contrary to the following section of the New Jersey and Rockland 3,000 sales associates serv- Zoning Ordinance: Section 23-2.3-Regulations Appli- County, N.Y., ranking ing all communities from cable To All Zones: number three in sales vol- Frank D. Isoldi Rockland County, N.Y. to q. Prohibited Uses. Any use not specifi- ume and number seven in Monmouth County, N.J. cally permitted in the zoning district estab- units sold for 2012. Coldwell Banker Residential Broker- lished by this chapter is hereby specifically prohibited from the district….. “These honors represent the best of age in New Jersey and Rockland The B-3 Highway Business Zone does • Top Agent in total volume and units for 2012* the best at our company,” said Hal County, N.Y. is part of NRT LLC, the not allow for tattoo studios. Maxwell, president of Coldwell nation’s largest residential real estate All interested persons may be present • NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award 1993-2012 Banker Residential Brokerage in New brokerage company. Visit and be heard. The file pertaining to this • 25 Years of real estate experience application is in the Office of the Zoning Jersey and Rockland County, N.Y. www.coldwellbankermoves.com for Board of Adjustment and available for pub- • Historic home specialist “There is no question that Frank is one more information. lic inspection during regular office hours. • Recipient of the “Pride in Cranford” Award, 2008 of the best, and an asset to his clients.” Paid Bulletin Board Barbara Horev, Secretary Adding to his tremendous accom- Zoning Board of Adjustment goleader.com/express 1 T - 2/21/13, Times Fee: $26.01 plishments in 2012, Mr. Isoldi also JULIE MURPHY, GRI was honored with the New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR) Sales Associate Circle of Excellence Award at the Platinum Level for 2012, the 10th consecutive year he has earned this Office: (908) 233-0065 • Direct: (908) 233-2488 • Cell: (908) 415-6781 highest level of achievement recog- [email protected] nized by NJAR. Another of Mr. Isoldi’s banner accomplishments in 2012 was being placed number 143 on the Wall Street Journal/Real Trends Top 1000 list of real estate sales pro- fessionals by transaction volume. As a standing member of the Coldwell Banker Residential Broker- age in New Jersey and Rockland County, N.Y. President’s Council, the company’s highest honor recogniz- WESTFIELD WEST OFFICE ing the most accomplished sales pro- fessionals, Mr. Isoldi demonstrates a 600 North Avenue, West Westfield, NJ 07090 tireless commitment to making every home buying and selling experience extraordinary. While Mr. Isoldi of- ColdwellBankerMoves.com fers his expertise at all price points, as ©2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. a Coldwell Banker Previews Prop- An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. erty Specialist he also is educated in *Based on total number of transactions in Cranford MarketQuest data for the period 1/1/2012-12/31/2012. Page 18 Thursday, February 21, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ESTATE SALE BIG SAVINGS AT PAPER MILL 739 Clarence Street, Westfield, $100 Gift Certificate To Paper Mill 07090. 2/22 and 2/23 10am-5pm. CLASSIFIEDS Playhouse in Millburn. No Expira- Period French and American An- PT SALES / MARKETING ASST DECO BEDROOM SET FOR SALE tion. Use To Purchase Tickets For tiques, unusual and quality, bronze Shows And Events. Free Parking pieces, original art, vintage and Design / Build Firm in Westfield Mahogany Art Deco full bed, And Adjacent Restaurant. Great designer clothing, exercise equip. looking to hire PT Sales/Mktg nightstand, and dresser with Gift Idea! Big Savings! Only $75. BR, LR, DR furn., photos on Asst. Approx 20 hrs/week. Hourly mirror. $300. Cranford. Call (908) 654-6091 www.transitionsestatesales.com pay. Must have good writing (201) 239-7380 skills. Please send resume to CHILDCARE NEEDED HEALTHCARE CLASSES [email protected]. PETS Nannies - Housekeepers CNA classes start No phone calls please. Russian Blue, 5 month kitten, BabyNurses Needed mornings February 20th, CRANFORD male, vaccines up to date. Appli- Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time evenings April 10th. cation required, $90 adoption fee. Solid References Required. CHHA, classes start Medical/health services offices Rescue group tel: (908) 822-9662 CALL (732) 972-4090 evenings March 11th. available in Cranford Medical [email protected] www.absolutebestcare.com NCLEX RN/PN REVIEW Building. All services, on site weekends March 10th. parking, well known location. High Success Rates Reasonable (908) 789-8961 Recent Home Sales For more info see: Humane Concepts Healthcare MOUNTAINSIDE http://clerk.ucnj.org/UCPA/DocIndex (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 400-1000 sq.ft. available in full PUBLIC NOTICE service building near GSP and Westfield: 12/31/12 Charles Wendell and Sabina Dowell TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Rte 22. All Services, ample park- The Bank of New York Mellon to to Scott R. Ermisch and Melissa A. ing. Reasonable. (908) 789-8961 Mark Angelo, 1059 Prospect Street, Myers, 522 Hort Street, $434,500. NOTICE TO BIDDERS $585,000. Eugene Palatianos and John NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids HOUSE CLEANING Distinctive Property Developers - Palatianos and Margaret Danielewski will be received by the Township of Scotch to Orchard Properties Management, Plains, in the County of Union, State of Do you need someone to clean Lawrence to Aram and Margaret New Jersey, at the office of the Township your house, apartment or Najarian, 1059 Lawrence Avenue, LLC., 573 Trinity Place, $420,000. Warren K. Hanscom to Temple HAMENTASCHEN…Temple Sholom of Fanwood/Scotch Plains will celebrate Clerk, Scotch Plains Municipal Building, Condo? We are your team! $1,430,000. Purim this weekend. Daniel and Benjamin Serna are pictured in costume at a past 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New We’re a reliable couple with Peter H. Nachbur to Virginia L. and Emanu-El, 748 East Broad Street, celebration. Jersey, 07076 (ATTN: Bozena Lacina, excellent references. Free John G. Puskar Jr., 302D Clark Street. $540,000. Township Clerk) on or before March 12, Premier Communities, LLC, to 2013 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time or as Estimates. (862) 307-3481 $495,000. soon thereafter as the matter may be Mark and Jill S. Seigelstein to Anne-Marie Rizkalla, 4 West Court, Temple Sholom Plans Purim Celebration reached, for “BULKY WASTE COLLEC- $739,000. DAYSI’S CLEANING SERVICES Raymond Kim and Jean Gong, 239 TION AND DISPOSAL” in accordance with Canterbury Road, $890,000. Premier Communties, LLC. to FANWOOD – Members of the musical Megillah reading at 7 p.m. the Specifications and Information to Bid- Are you tired? Let me help you! Paul and Marie Schieber to Maria M. Paris, 8 West Court, public are invited to join the congre- Participants are invited to bring an ders prepared by the Township. At that Experience & Excellent Work $739,000. time and place, such bids will be publicly Residential, Apartments, Theodore Roofener and Danielle gation of Temple Sholom of empty water bottle and make their opened and read aloud. No bids shall be Commercial, Offices Rainone, 770 Kimball Avenue, Catherine Yeager to Alex and Luara Fanwood/Scotch Plains as the Jewish own noisemaker and to create stick received other than at the time and place Free Estimates 100% Guaranteed 1,335,000. Vassilowitch, 715 Rahway Avenue, community celebrates Purim, a joy- puppets to help tell the Purim story. herein designated for their receipt, unless References Available Ann Marie J. Lizmi to Mathew and $455,000. ous festival that begins the evening of Costumes will be welcome. Dinner mailed to the Township Clerk for receipt at Kenneth and Hedina Abraham to the designated time and place. (908) 510-2542 Deirdre Vanderusen, 512 Hort Street, Saturday, February 23. will be $7 for adults and $5 for chil- Copies of the Bid Documents may be #370,000. Blake M. and Christen A. Desimone, On Saturday, all are welcome to a dren ages 3 to 13. Interested persons obtained during regular business hours PUBLIC NOTICE Gregory S. and Beatrice B. Benesh 38 Moss Avenue, $1,150,000. festive pizza dinner at 6 p.m. and a are asked to register in advance at from the Township Clerk upon payment of Jonathan Gabriel to James Lopes SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY to Debing Zeng and Ling Xu, 246 sholomnj.org. $50 for each complete set of documents, CHANCERY DIVISION Hyslip Avenue, $775,000. and Diana Wisehart, 42 Moss Avenue, PUBLIC NOTICE which sum is non-refundable. Written ques- On Sunday, February 24, from 11:30 UNION COUNTY $1,189,000. tions regarding the bid specifications may Lars O. and Marita Eriksson to Ryan BOROUGH OF GARWOOD a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Temple Sholom will DOCKET NO. F-10801-11 be submitted to Bozena Lacina, Township L. Diclemente and Corey Notte, 909 FILE NO. 13648-11 Westfield: 02/04/13 TAKE NOTICE THAT THE MAYOR AND present a Purim play followed by a Clerk, at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, Harding Street, $729,500. Ilya Kolchinsky and Amy COUNCIL OF THE BOROUGH OF free, family-friendly carnival hosted New Jersey 07076 no later than March 6, NOTICE TO REDEEM Linda L. Tucker and Jamie Lear to GARWOOD, COUNTY OF UNION, STATE 2013. Arginteanu to Thomas Totten and by the youth group with no-tickets- US BANK CUST FOR CCTS Fransico and Maria C. Dasilva, 728 OF NEW JERSEY WILL HOLD A BUD- A certified check, cashier’s check or bid required games. Lunch will be for sale CAPITAL, LLC, PLAINTIFF Heather Fields, 736 Hanford Place, GET WORKSHOP MEETING ON THURS- bond in the amount of ten per cent (10%) Tuxford Turn, $840,000. VS. RAMON M. BAUSA; $680,000. DAY, FEBRUARY 28,, 2013, AT 7:00 P.M., from the men’s club, as well as of the bid, but in no case in excess of Gregory C. Gottschall and Jennifer VERONICA Z. BAUSA, HIS IN THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, COUN- hamentaschen treats. There is a sug- twenty thousand dollars ($20,000), must Anthony and Debra Cerami to Mark WIFE; FIRST UNION, AGENT Consoli to Paul D. O’Connor, 825 CIL CHAMBERS, 403 SOUTH AVENUE, be submitted with the bid guaranteeing and Rachel Lipschultz, 181 Lincoln gested donation of $18 per family. FOR BREEN N/K/A WELLS Tice Place, $629,9000. GARWOOD, NJ. THE PURPOSE OF THIS that if a contract is awarded, the bidder Attendees are invited to enter the cos- FARGO BANK, NA; PNC Road, $2,486,250. MEETING IS TO DISCUSS THE 2013 shall execute the contract. Bidders must Robert M. and Judith Mindas to BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- Michael J. Del Tergo and Beth A. MUNICIPAL BUDGET. ACTION MAY BE tume contest for additional fun. also submit a Consent of Surety with the Abigail M. Smith, 138 Clifton Street, TION; BANK OF AMERICA, Krewson to Jason and Kathryn Prager, TAKEN. Temple Sholom currently is housed bid, wherein the Surety agrees to furnish a $450,000. NA; DEFENDANT(S) 753 Oak Avenue, $755,000. CHRISTINA M. ARIEMMA, RMC within the Fanwood Presbyterian performance bond if the Bidder is awarded Michael E. and Roseline Buchwald BOROUGH ADMINISTRATOR/CLERK Church. For more information, call the contract. Based on historical informa- TO: RAMON M. BAUSA; VERONICA to Daniel and Colleen Ehrlich, 1002 Jean Genievich to Joseph and 2 T - 2/14/13 tion, and not as a projection of the number Z. BAUSA, HIS WIFE; Shayna Stephanak, 209 Sunset Av- & 2/21/13, The Leader Fee: $31.62 (908) 889-4900 or visit sholomnj.org. of permits that may be included in the 2013 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order Boulevard, $653,000. Gloria O Schrager to Christopher enue, $1,343,805. Spring Cleanup program, in 2012 the Town- made on February 14, 2013, the Superior Maurizio Sollazzo and Tamara PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ship issued 930 permits for bulky waste Court Fixed April 2, 2013 between the Fikry and Stephanie Mann, 1020 Sum- pickup and disposal. There is no guaran- hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and mit Avenue, $709,000. Burwell to Jeremy M. and Robin M. NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION tee that the number of pickups for the 2013 four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing Garlock, 107 Jefferson Avenue, DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Atul and Seema Sethi to Jake A. and 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 Spring Cleanup will be greater or lesser time, at the office of the Tax Collector of Leslie S. Kramer, 82 Tamaques Way, $817,000. than 2012. However, for the purposes of PLAINFIELD, located at 515 WATCHUNG Ruth F Loffredo to Mark M. Bond, TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 $455,000. Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 determining the amount of the contract for AVENUE, PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY 260 Walnut Street, $385,000. bonding purposes, Bidder should multiply 07060, as the time and place when and Elshiekh Enterprises LLC. to A.M. on 3/5/13, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified under its Total Bid Price times the number of where you may pay to the plaintiff the Guohua Yang and Ruirong Wang, 39 Louise Lai to Arthur Gawkowski, N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New permits issued in 2012. amount so found due for principal and Bell Drive, $1,150,000. 536 West Broad Street, $246,000. Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey The successful bidder shall be required interest on its certificate of tax sale as John R. and Karen Lobrutto to Ja- 08625; for: to submit a Performance Bond in a sum follows: Westfield: 01/28/13 son and Ashley Massa, 203 Palsted Traffic Signal Relamping North Region – 2013; At Various Locations including equal to one hundred per cent (100%) of LOT 1 BLOCK 808 on the tax duplicate and North of Route 57, Counties of Sussex, Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Essex, the full amount of the contract. Such Per- of PLAINFIELD. Total amount required to Rudolph Kassinger to Ilya Erick Avenue, $293,500. Hudson, Union and Part of Warren; 100% State; DP No: 13407 formance Bond must be furnished by the redeem tax sale certificate no. 10-648 is Kolchinsky and Amy Arginteanu, 94 Geoffrey A. and Leslie R. McCarthy Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. successful bidder simultaneously with the $42,180.62, together with interest from Barchester Way, $869,000. to Raymond W. and Judith A. Brown, The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure delivery of the executed contract. June 11, 2012 and costs of $1,337.48. Anne J. Sherr to Eduardo and Carla 109 Hazel Avenue, $310,000. of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order Bidders are required to comply with the And that unless, at the same time and Ann Marie Scanlon to David J. and No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. place, you or one of you redeem by paying Canabarro, 249 Munsee Way, effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be and N.J.A.C. 17:27 and all other appli- the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, $1,513,000. Meridith M. Mazzola, 737 Warren registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business cable statutes, laws or regulations. then you, and each of you shall be de- Bashar and Johanna Sawan to Street, $642,000. Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid Bidders are required to submit a valid barred and foreclosed of and from all right Nicholas R. and Maria N. Lechner, William F. and Kristen A. Taylor to business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the Business Registration Certificate from the and equity of redemption of, in and to the Jonathan L. and Valerie Jawor, 321 “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. State of New Jersey Department of Trea- lands and premises above set out and 748 Embree Cresent, $610,000. 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of sury, Division of Revenue. described in the complaint and every part Jeffrey and Karla Milanette to Hyslip Avenue, $630,000. Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with Joshua Albertson and Roslyn Stahl, Elm Westfield to J & J Continental, of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. envelope addressed to the Township Clerk, an absolute and indefeasible estate of 325 Kimball Avenue, $700,000. LLC, 55 Elm Street, $820,000. The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 bearing the name and address of the bid- inheritance in fee simple in said lands and Linda and John P. Kaelbein, III to Stephen M. Kocaj and Irene S. Cho U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the der, upon which shall be designated: premises. to Sapna V. Bhambhani, 920 Summit Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to “BID - BULKY WASTE COLLECTION Anything to the contrary notwithstand- Haixin Hu and Gang Guo, 302 submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on AND DISPOSAL” ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Harrison Avenue, $540,000. Avenue, $550,000. the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. The Township reserves the right to re- the entry of final judgment including the Stuart D. and Sharon M. Neiss to Joes I. and Terri Pastor to Keith Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid ject any and all bids under the provisions of whole of the last date upon which judg- Christopher and Michelle Auinn, 845 Mortenson, 915 Grandview Avenue, Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2. ment is entered. Kimball Avenue, $775,000. $350,000. follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans By Order of the Township of Scotch Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. Rosemary Grillo to Guangtao Li and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly Plains, in the County of Union and State of Attorney for Plaintiff Philip R. and Fancine B. Goode to payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected New Jersey. PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Gregory J. and Melba Weiderrecht, and Lin Wang, 38 Sandy Hill Road, (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the Henry Underhill Denville Law Center 116 Jefferson Avenue, $832,500. $500,000. following locations: Township Manager 290 Route 46 West John F. White to Elshiekh Enter- Robert J. Marshall and June 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West Bozena Lacina Denville, New Jersey 07834 Buchanan to Yixing Qi, 226 Delaware Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 Township Clerk (973) 586-2300 prises, LLC., 257 Walnut Street, 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 1 T - 2/21/13, The Times Fee: $71.40 1 T - 2/21/13, The Leader Fee: $51.51 $510,000. Street, $508,000. 3 T - 2/14/13, 2/21/13 and 2/28/13, The Leader Fee: $201.96 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE WESTFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS to the order of the Owner for not less than WESTFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS to the order of the Owner for not less than WESTFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS to the order of the Owner for not less than UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid, UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid, UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid, but in no case in excess of $20,000.00; ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS but in no case in excess of $20,000.00; ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS but in no case in excess of $20,000.00; and must be delivered to the above place and must be delivered to the above place and must be delivered to the above place NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the on or before the hour named. The Board of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the on or before the hour named. The Board of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the on or before the hour named. The Board of Westfield Public Schools will receive bids Education and the Architect assume no Westfield Public Schools will receive bids Education and the Architect assume no Westfield Public Schools will receive bids Education and the Architect assume no for Partial Roof Replacement at responsibility for bids mailed or misdirected for Partial Roof Replacement at Wash- responsibility for bids mailed or misdirected for Partial Roof Replacement at responsibility for bids mailed or misdirected Westfield High School (FVHD#4284A), in delivery. ington Elementary School in delivery. Roosevelt Intermediate School in delivery. located at 550 Dorian Road, Westfield, Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-25, each (FVHD#4284I), located at 900 Saint Marks Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-25, each (FVHD#4284C), located at 301 Clark Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-25, each New Jersey 07090, together with all work proposal shall be accompanied by a Propo- Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, proposal shall be accompanied by a Propo- Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, to- proposal shall be accompanied by a Propo- incidental thereto, in accordance with the sition of Surety from a Surety Company together with all work incidental thereto, in sition of Surety from a Surety Company gether with all work incidental thereto, in sition of Surety from a Surety Company requirements of the drawings and specifi- stating it will provide each bidder with sepa- accordance with the requirements of the stating it will provide each bidder with sepa- accordance with the requirements of the stating it will provide each bidder with sepa- cations prepared by Fraytak Veisz Hopkins rate Performance and Payment Bonds, drawings and specifications prepared by rate Performance and Payment Bonds, drawings and specifications prepared by rate Performance and Payment Bonds, Duthie, P.C. (FVHD) Architects-Planners, each in the amount of 100% of the contract Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie, P.C. (FVHD) each in the amount of 100% of the contract Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie, P.C. (FVHD) each in the amount of 100% of the contract www.fvhdpc.com. sum. Also, Surety agrees to furnish Bidder Architects-Planners, www.fvhdpc.com. sum. Also, Surety agrees to furnish Bidder Architects-Planners, www.fvhdpc.com. sum. Also, Surety agrees to furnish Bidder Bids will be received for: SINGLE OVER- with a Maintenance Bond in required form. BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED FOR: with a Maintenance Bond in required form. Bids will be received for: SINGLE OVER- with a Maintenance Bond in required form. ALL CONTRACT (C009/ C039/ C047/ The Proposition of Surety shall be executed SINGLE OVERALL CONTRACT (C009/ The Proposition of Surety shall be executed ALL CONTRACT (C009/ C039/ C047/ The Proposition of Surety shall be executed C068) by an approved surety company autho- C039/ C047/ C068) by an approved surety company autho- C068) by an approved surety company autho- SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED rized to do business in the State of New SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED rized to do business in the State of New SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED rized to do business in the State of New on March 26, 2013, until 2:00 PM (Pre- Jersey and in accordance with P.L. 1995, on March 26, 2013, until 3:00 PM (Pre- Jersey and in accordance with P.L. 1995, on March 26, 2013, until 2:30 PM (Pre- Jersey and in accordance with P.L. 1995, vailing Time) by the Westfield Board of c.384 (amending N.J.S.A. 2A:44-143 and vailing Time) by the Westfield Board of c.384 (amending N.J.S.A. 2A:44-143 and vailing Time) by the Westfield Board of c.384 (amending N.J.S.A. 2A:44-143 and Education, to the attention of Ms. Dana 2A:44-144, effective January 10, 1996) and Education, to the attention of Ms. Dana 2A:44-144, effective January 10, 1996) and Education, to the attention of Ms. Dana 2A:44-144, effective January 10, 1996) and Sullivan, Business Administrator, Room with the three highest rating categories of Sullivan, Business Administrator, Room with the three highest rating categories of Sullivan, Business Administrator, Room with the three highest rating categories of 101, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jer- rating companies nationally recognized and 101, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jer- rating companies nationally recognized and 101, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jer- rating companies nationally recognized and sey 07090. Bids will be publicly opened listed as per Appendix A (go to www.nj.gov/ sey 07090. Bids will be publicly opened listed as per Appendix A (go to www.nj.gov/ sey 07090. Bids will be publicly opened listed as per Appendix A (go to www.nj.gov/ and read immediately thereafter. dobi/surey.htm). and read immediately thereafter. dobi/surey.htm). and read immediately thereafter. dobi/surey.htm). A PRE-BID MEETING will be held on If the bid exceeds $20,000.00 bidder A PRE-BID MEETING will be held on If the bid exceeds $20,000.00 bidder A PRE-BID MEETING will be held on If the bid exceeds $20,000.00 bidder March 6, 2013, at 11:00 AM at the must be pre-qualified by the New Jersey March 6, 2013, at 11:00 AM at the must be pre-qualified by the New Jersey March 6, 2013, at 11:00 AM at the must be pre-qualified by the New Jersey Westfield Board Offices (site visits to fol- Division of Property Management and Westfield Board Offices (site visits to fol- Division of Property Management and Westfield Board Offices (site visits to fol- Division of Property Management and low). Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is Construction (DPMC), prior to the date that low). Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is Construction (DPMC), prior to the date that low). Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is Construction (DPMC), prior to the date that recommended. bids are received. Any bid submitted un- recommended. bids are received. Any bid submitted un- recommended. bids are received. Any bid submitted un- Bid Documents for the proposed Work der the terms of New Jersey statutes not Bid Documents for the proposed Work der the terms of New Jersey statutes not Bid Documents for the proposed Work der the terms of New Jersey statutes not are on file at the office of the Architect, including a copy of a valid and active Pre- are on file at the office of the Architect, including a copy of a valid and active Pre- are on file at the office of the Architect, including a copy of a valid and active Pre- FVHD, 1515 Lower Ferry Road, Trenton, qualification/Classification Certificate will FVHD, 1515 Lower Ferry Road, Trenton, qualification/Classification Certificate will FVHD, 1515 Lower Ferry Road, Trenton, qualification/Classification Certificate will New Jersey 08628, and may be inspected be rejected as being non-responsive to bid New Jersey 08628, and may be inspected be rejected as being non-responsive to bid New Jersey 08628, and may be inspected be rejected as being non-responsive to bid by prospective bidders during regular busi- requirements. by prospective bidders during regular busi- requirements. by prospective bidders during regular busi- requirements. ness hours. Any bidder should contact the All contractors and subcontractors must ness hours. Any bidder should contact the All contractors and subcontractors must ness hours. Any bidder should contact the All contractors and subcontractors must Architect’s Office at (609) 883-7101 to provide a Business Registration Certifi- Architect’s Office at (609) 883-7101 to provide a Business Registration Certifi- Architect’s Office at (609) 883-7101 to provide a Business Registration Certifi- confirm availability of documents. The Bid cate (BRC) per N.J.S.A. 52:32-44. The confirm availability of documents. The Bid cate (BRC) per N.J.S.A. 52:32-44. The confirm availability of documents. The Bid cate (BRC) per N.J.S.A. 52:32-44. The Documents may be obtained from the Ar- BRC must be on file prior to the bid open- Documents may be obtained from the Ar- BRC must be on file prior to the bid open- Documents may be obtained from the Ar- BRC must be on file prior to the bid open- chitect upon deposit of $150.00 (One ing date. chitect upon deposit of $150.00 (One ing date. chitect upon deposit of $150.00 (One ing date. Hundred Fifty Dollars) for each set, made Bidding shall be in conformance with the Hundred Fifty Dollars) for each set, made Bidding shall be in conformance with the Hundred Fifty Dollars) for each set, made Bidding shall be in conformance with the payable to Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie. applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. payable to Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie. applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. payable to Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie. applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. If bidder requests documents to be shipped, 18A:18A-1 et seq. the “Public School Con- If bidder requests documents to be shipped, 18A:18A-1 et seq. the “Public School Con- If bidder requests documents to be shipped, 18A:18A-1 et seq. the “Public School Con- they must provide their direct shipping tracts Law.” they must provide their direct shipping tracts Law.” they must provide their direct shipping tracts Law.” account number to the Architect AND a All bidders shall comply with The New account number to the Architect AND a All bidders shall comply with The New account number to the Architect AND a All bidders shall comply with The New SEPARATE NON-REFUNDABLE han- Jersey Prevailing Wage Act N.J.S.A. 34:11- SEPARATE NON-REFUNDABLE han- Jersey Prevailing Wage Act N.J.S.A. 34:11- SEPARATE NON-REFUNDABLE han- Jersey Prevailing Wage Act N.J.S.A. 34:11- dling fee of $25.00 per set payable in 56.25 et seq. (P.L. 1963, c.150). dling fee of $25.00 per set payable in 56.25 et seq. (P.L. 1963, c.150). dling fee of $25.00 per set payable in 56.25 et seq. (P.L. 1963, c.150). advance to Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie, Bidders are required to comply with the advance to Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie, Bidders are required to comply with the advance to Fraytak Veisz Hopkins Duthie, Bidders are required to comply with the PC. Deposit will be refunded if the bid requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L. PC. Deposit will be refunded if the bid requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L. PC. Deposit will be refunded if the bid requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L. documents are returned in whole, bound 1975, c.127), and N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq. documents are returned in whole, bound 1975, c.127), and N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq. documents are returned in whole, bound 1975, c.127), and N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq. and in good condition and returned within and all duly adopted Affirmative Action and in good condition and returned within and all duly adopted Affirmative Action and in good condition and returned within and all duly adopted Affirmative Action ten (10) days after the opening of bids, by Regulations. ten (10) days after the opening of bids, by Regulations. ten (10) days after the opening of bids, by Regulations. a Bidder submitting bona fide bid. All ques- No bid may be withdrawn for a period of a Bidder submitting bona fide bid. All ques- No bid may be withdrawn for a period of a Bidder submitting bona fide bid. All ques- No bid may be withdrawn for a period of tions must be sent ONLY via mail or sixty (60) days after the date set for the tions must be sent ONLY via mail or sixty (60) days after the date set for the tions must be sent ONLY via mail or sixty (60) days after the date set for the facsimile at (609) 883-2694 with the job opening thereof. The right is reserved to facsimile at (609) 883-2694 with the job opening thereof. The right is reserved to facsimile at (609) 883-2694 with the job opening thereof. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 21, 2013 Page 19 POPCORN Majestic Winds to Play “The Oscars, Kidnapped” Benefit Concert for Church WESTFIELD — Majestic Winds, at the Redeemer Lutheran Church By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER originating from Third World coun- Film Critic the professional wind band of the and hope it will be one of many,” tries. New Jersey Workshop for the Arts, stated Mr. Toplansky. “Nabucco Dear Reader, The cheese progression started will perform its winter concert for Overture” by Giuseppe Verdi, and If this, my annual Oscar predic- two weeks ago with just four the benefit of the Redeemer Selections from South Pacific by tion column, has reached your eyes, cheeses, and with each lactic addi- Lutheran Church on Thursday, Richard Rodgers will be featured. I have been successful, and perhaps tion he urges me to identify the March 7, at 7:30 p.m. This perfor- The program will also offer “Les in some small way the causes of newest curd. I always say Limburger mance will take place at the Re- Sirenes Waltz” by Emil Waldteufel democracy and freedom will have first, which routinely evokes a laugh deemer Lutheran Church in and several fine marches, including been served. You see, I have been accompanied by, “No, no Westfield located at 229 “The Gladiator” and “White Rose,” kidnapped. The vile event occurred Limburger…too smelly…you al- Cowperthwaite Place. This event is both by John Philip Sousa and just as I set about to forecast the ways say that.” I think I’m his only open to the public and while there “Cincinnatus” by H.A. Vandercook. winners of the 85th Annual Acad- friend. is no charge for admission, a free- Rounding out this concert will be emy Awards. I ask you: What more However, when I ventured to in- will offering for the benefit of the “A Manx Overture” by Haydn heinous thing could one perpetrate quire why instead of just varying church will be gratefully accepted. Wood, “Deep Purple” by Billy on humankind? the cheeses, he didn’t also rotate The Majestic Winds will be un- DeRose and “Choral Prelude” by Alas, to date, I know neither my the variety of pasta…perhaps an THEATER CAMPS...Premiere Stages registration for Camp Premiere, its an- nual theatre program for middle and high school students, is now open. This der the direction of Howard Johann Sebastian Bach. abductors nor their purpose, though orecchiette one day, maybe a farfalle Toplansky, a staff instrumental For more information about the I have three theories: 1. A compet- the next…you’d think I had spit on summer’s camp will offer two sessions: “Let’s Put on a Show” and “Taking the Stage.” Above are participant in last year’s camp. music instructor at the New Jersey concert or to learn how to become a ing newspaper, jealous of my prog- his mother and then his flag, what- Workshop for the Arts (NJWA). member of the NJWA Concert Band nostications and protective of their ever that may be. All of which sug- “We are delighted to have the or Majestic Winds, call (908) 789- film critic, is behind the deed. 2. A gests I shouldn’t postpone my es- opportunity to perform this concert 9696 or e-mail at [email protected]. terrorist organization aiming to dis- cape. Thanks to Tovarisch and my Premiere Stages Announces rupt what has become an iconic VISA card, I’ve booked passage, American tradition is the ignomini- carefully scheduled so I won’t miss ous culprit. 3. I’m making it all up Sunday night’s bill of fare, featur- Camps for Young Artists as a shameless lead-in to my gener- ing Chip’s stellar chicken cordon UNION – Premiere Stages, the an acting camp for ages 15-18, and ally pathetic attempt at handicap- bleu and kasha varnitchkes. Until professional theatre in residence at runs July 22 – August 2. Students ping the awards. then, mon ami, ‘tis a far, far better Kean University, announced that reg- focus on the craft of acting, includ- In any case, assuming it’s one of thing, and all of that. I pray the istration for Camp Premiere, its ex- ing scene work, audition technique, the first two, I’m neither sure who following list, albeit slightly stained citing annual theatre program for monologue preparation, movement my scurrilous hosts are nor where, from an errant bit of mac ‘n’ cheese middle and high school students is and voice/speech. Students all have in what land or place, I have been and a splash of fruity red wine, now open. the chance to work closely with pro- sequestered. Nevertheless, by tim- safely reaches you. This summer’s camp will offer fessional actors and directors, as well ing the changing of the guard, at Mike two sessions: “Let’s Put on a Show” as guest artists in fields such as stage night I am able to sneak out and *** (tailored for middle school students) combat, casting and improvisation. visit the little town below, a quaint Best Motion Picture of the Year: and “Taking the Stage” (tailored for Campers perform monologues as hamlet reminding both in architec- Argo; Best Performance by an Ac- high school students). Both sessions well as scenes from original plays ture and population of something tor in a Leading Role: Daniel Day- feature a performance-based curricu- that have been developed through from Dr. Seuss. Lewis for Lincoln; Best Perfor- lum, providing students with a vital the Premiere Stages Play Festival. While I have adopted a favorite mance by an Actress in a Leading creative outlet in a nurturing, com- This camp session culminates in a pub, I usually engage no one, as Role: Jessica Chastain for Zero Dark petition-free environment. Premiere public performance of the mono- their conversation is entirely in Thirty; Best Performance by an Stages’ emphasis on collaboration logues and scenes, followed by a rhyme, and I fear that just one sus- Actor in a Supporting Role: Tommy empowers campers to take risks and certificate presentation and recep- pect alliteration will give me away. Lee Jones for Lincoln; Best Perfor- experiment with different acting and tion for the participants. Camp runs Thus far, the tall striped hat I was mance by an Actress in a Support- storytelling techniques, all the while Monday through Thursday from 10 MAJESTIC MUSIC...Majestic Winds, the professional wind band of the New able to procure and a simple order- ing Role: Anne Hathaway for Les learning firsthand from the highest a.m. – 2 p.m., and a final showcase Jersey Workshop for the Arts, will perform its winter concert to benefit the ing procedure—“Beer and whiskey, Miserables; Best Achievement in standard of industry professionals. will be performed on Friday, August Redeemer Lutheran Church on Thursday, March 7, at 7:30 p.m. mighty risky”—have served me Directing: Steven Spielberg for Lin- “Let’s Put on a Show” (Session 1) 2. well. And it is here where I have met coln; Best Writing, Screenplay is a performance and storytelling The cost for each session is $295; Tovarisch. Only you know, by read- Written Directly for the Screen: camp for ages 11 – 14, and runs July campers registering by Friday, Crescent Concerts to Present ing this missive, if he has been true Mark Boal for Zero Dark Thirty; 15 through July 26. Students will March 15 receive an additional 10 to his word. Best Writing, Screenplay based on learn the elements of acting and play percent discount. Scholarships are Sidling up to me one night, but Material Previously Produced or development through innovative, ac- available, with preference given to Five Organists on March 10 looking in another direction, in what Published: David O. Russell for tive exercises and games that help Union County residents. PLAINFIELD — Five outstand- Pastoral Musicians and is also on sounded like an Eastern European Silver Linings Playbook; Best Ani- them translate their creative ideas For more information or to re- ing New Jersey organists will the artist roster of the Concert Or- inflection he furtively informed, “I mated Feature Film of the Year: and impulses into fully conceptual- quest an application, please contact present a program featuring French ganists Collective. have helped many film critics Tim Burton for Frankenweenie; ized and mountable original perfor- Clare Drobot, Premiere’s Producing organ music Sunday, March 10, at 3 Preston Dibble was appointed Or- before…for, you know…to get Os- Best Foreign Language Film of the mances for the stage. Working with Associate, at [email protected] or p.m. in the Crescent Avenue Pres- ganist and Director of Music at the car picks to Free World. I have ac- Year: “Amour” (Austria); Best professional actors, directors and (908) 737-4092. Interested students byterian Church, corner of West Immaculate Conception Church, cess to carrier pigeon, ham radio, Achievement in Cinematography: playwrights in a fun, creative and should submit a completed registra- Seventh Street and Watchung Av- Montclair in 2005. He conducts the and message in a bottle, as well as Claudio Miranda for Life of Pi; Best collaborative environment, campers tion form, a brief “Camp Expecta- enue in Plainfield. Entitled “The Chancel Choir, a graded Children’s boat across channel with daring Achievement in Editing: William will craft and star in their own show- tions” statement, and a $25 applica- Legacy of Chant,” the concert is the Choir program including a hand emissary. You can buy just one, but Goldenberg, Dylan Tichenor for case. This camp session culminates tion fee to Premiere Stages at Kean fifth in this year’s Crescent Con- bell ensemble and classes in re- package deal is for sure best…one Zero Dark Thirty; Best Achieve- in a public performance of the camp- University. The fee ensures inclu- certs season. corder playing as well as managing is bound to reach America.” ment in Production Design: Eve ers’ work developed over the two- sion in the camp and serves as the Joseph Arndt is the Director of the parish’s concert series Music at I went for the package deal. And Stewart, Ann Lynch-Robinson for week period, followed by a certifi- initial tuition payment. Rolling reg- Music at Grace Church in Newark, Immaculate. while Tovarisch declined to accept Les Miserables; Best Achievement cate presentation and reception for istration will continue through June an Anglo-Catholic parish in the Ryan Malone received an a.m. my American Express card, noting in Costume Design: Joanna the participants. Camp runs Mon- 3; space is limited and early regis- Episcopal Diocese of Newark. At and Ph.D. in composition from the vig was too high, surprisingly Johnston for Lincoln; Best Achieve- day through Thursday from 10 a.m. tration is encouraged. More infor- Grace Church he directs the Parish Duke University, where he was a he did take VISA. If you are indeed ment in Makeup and Hairstyling: – 2 p.m., and a final showcase will mation and application forms are Choir of eight professional singers Mary Duke-Biddle Fellow and stud- reading this, I can’t help but won- Peter King, Rick Findlater and Tami be performed on Friday, July 26. available online at www.kean.edu/ and a Men’s Choir, oversees a Cho- ied with Stephen Jaffe, Scott der which part of the package made Lane for The Hobbit: An Unex- “Taking the Stage” (Session 2) is premierestages. rister program, and coordinates a Lindroth and Sydney Hodkinson. it. pected Journey; Best Achievement concert series. He received his He previously earned a B.A. from Meanwhile, my captors, who all in Music Written for Motion Pic- Master of Music degree from The the College of the Holy Cross, where kowtow to a Major Strasser and tures, Original Score: Thomas Kenny Rogers Coming To Juilliard School and his Bachelor he held the distinction of Liturgical wear uniforms inspired by the Ge- Newman for Skyfall; Best Achieve- of Music degree from Westminster Music and Organ Scholar, and stud- stapo garb in Casablanca (1942), ment in Music Written for Motion Choir College, having studied or- ied organ performance with James each day press me for my Academy Pictures, Original Song: Adele, Paul Union County PAC gan with Paul Jacobs, Ken Cowan, David Christie and composition Award choices. They assure me that, Epworth, for Skyfall; Best Achieve- JERSEY CITY — Known for his and Diane Belcher. with Shirish Korde and Osvaldo not only will it serve a good cause, ment in Sound Mixing: Andy sweet raspy vocals and ability to viv- Robert H. Gangewere, Jr. is or- Golijov. but that it would also secure my Nelson, Mark Paterson and Simon idly inhabit each song he sings, Kenny ganist and choirmaster and Admin- Tickets at $25 ($20 for seniors freedom. I resist. To punish me, Hayes for Les Miserables; Best Rogers will be performing his great- istrative Secretary at Grace Episco- and students) may be purchased at they repeatedly make me watch Achievement in Sound Editing: Paul est hits on Friday, March 8, at Union pal Church, Plainfield. Before com- the door. Handicap access and large Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter N.J. Ottosson for Zero Dark Thirty; County Performing Arts Center. ing to Grace in 2007, he served print programs are available. For (2012), Anaconda (1997) and some Best Achievement in Visual Effects: Showtime is 8 p.m. churches in Morristown, and inquiries, call (908) 756-2468. Chilean documentary. Bill Westenhofer, Guillaume Since starting his solo career in Fanwood, and the Music Commis- Funding for this concert has been When the vinegar doesn’t work, Rocheron, Erik de Boer and Donald 1976, Kenny Rogers has sold more sion of the Diocese of Paterson. made possible in part by the New they try sugar by showing Boom Elliott for Life of Pi; Best Docu- than 120 million records worldwide Mark Pacoe holds degrees from Jersey Council on the Arts, Depart- Town (1940), Sullivan’s Travels mentary, Feature: Malik and recorded more than 65 albums. Kenny Rogers Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, ment of State, a partner agency of (1941), The Great McGinty (1940) Bendjelloul, Simon Chinn, Search- His long list of timeless classics in- Pa., East Carolina University, the National Endowment of the Arts, and other favorites. And, to further ing for Sugar Man; Best Documen- cluded “The Gambler,” “Lady,” Country Artist from the American Greenville, N.C., and did post- through a grant administered by the ply the carrot, I’m assured they have tary, Short Subject: Cynthia Wade, “Lucille,” “She Believes in Me,” “Is- Music Awards (1985), and Album of graduate studies at the Eastman Union County Office of Cultural a perfect copy of One Touch of Ve- Robin Honan for Mondays at lands in the Stream” and “We’ve Got the Year from the CMT Music Awards School of Music, University of and Heritage Affairs. nus (1948). But again, I defy them, Racine; Best Short Film, Animated: Tonight.” (2007). Rochester, N.Y. His primary teach- not only because I believe in jus- David Silverman for The Simpsons: Kenny Rogers has won a total of 41 The Union County PAC is located ers include Ronald Gould, Ronald tice, democracy, the American way The Longest Daycare; Best Short awards from 1977 to 2007. These at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway, New Doiron, Janette Fishell and David See it all on the Web! and my right to freely predict the Film, Live Action: Sam French, awards range from Best Male Coun- Jersey. Tickets start at $55. To pur- Higgs. Mr. Pacoe is a member of Oscars. You see, the food is aston- Ariel Nasr for Buzkashi Boys. try Vocal Performance from the chase tickets, call (732) 499-8266 or the American Guild of Organists goleader.com ishingly good. Grammy’s (1979), Favorite Male online at www.ucpac.org. and the National Association of The chef, who prides himself on his knowledge of American cuisine, 85th Annual delivers the meals personally and we’ve had interesting conversations. Academy Awards Please Join us for 705,+(*65:,9=(;69@ Possessing an accent that’s an amal- gam of every foreign-based cus- 20132013 ALL PROGRAMS HELD at: tomer service person I’ve spoken to CRANFORD DRAMATIC CLUB THEATRE on the telephone, he says his name is Chip. 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Playhouse located at 2196 Oak Tree Road in Edison. See page 20 for full review. SUMMER Page 20 Thursday, February 21, 2013 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield HS Theatre Department Presents Bat Boy: The Musical WESTFIELD - What happens when the state. In 2011, a half-boy, half-bat comes out of his Westfield High Alliance Repertory Theater’s Dream cave and into the lives of a small West School’s production of Virginia town? The answer is the dark Sweeney Todd won nine comedy of Bat Boy: The Musical, be- Paper Mill awards, in- Of the Burning Boy Ignites Stage ing presented by the Westfield High cluding outstanding School Theatre Department on Thurs- overall production. By SUSAN MYRILL DOUGHERTY mater. He tries to convince his own ing in sweatpants and sweatshirt to day, March 14; Friday, March 15; and Bat Boy: The Musi- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times former English teacher, Larry, that appear casual. Later, when she sheds Saturday, March 16. All performances cal also features Will EDISON - A title of a play can opening up to grief and talking about those clothes, she reveals masked are at 7:30 p.m. on the main stage of Cary, Allie Hecht and intrigue, invite or repel the audi- it will help to heal the hurt, but issues. Westfield High School, located at 550 Jack Ritter as Rick, ence. With The Dream of the Burn- Larry seemingly shuts down. The relationship between Chelsea Dorian Road. Ruthie and Ron Taylor, ing Boy, the David West Read play Dane’s girlfriend, Chelsea and Rachel is beautifully portrayed Inspired by an infamous 1992 article the three local teenag- that the Alliance Repertory Theater (Rachel Brown), is stunned by the by Ms. Brown and Ms. McCabe. in the Weekly World News tabloid, the ers who first discover presents through this coming week- death and copes with it by spending Their credible reactions are due to show tells the story of Edgar, a fanged, Bat Boy; Megan end, it confuses. Blame Sigmund her time updating a Facebook page, their innate talent and careful pac- pointy-eared “Bat Boy” who is discov- Mulrooney plays their Freud for the ugly reference: a teen- sending tweets and trying to act ing and direction by David Christo- ered living in a cave. Edgar’s attempts mother, Mrs. Taylor, age boy appears in a dream scene like what she thinks people expect pher. Ms. McCabe’s Rachel never to renounce his bloodthirsty nature – who leads a crusade that refers to the play’s title, an of her. Likewise, Dane’s best friend becomes the stereotype of a mean and find love and acceptance within the against Edgar. In addi- allusion to a Freudian case study. Kyle (Jason Gillis) finds himself at girl despite the requisite rolling of community – lead to some shocking tion, the show features Thank playwright Read for a lov- a loss as to know what to do. He the eyes and the characteristic bored and wickedly funny consequences. Fraser Weist as Sheriff ing, thoughtful work brought to life listlessly hangs around Chelsea and stance. Rachel grows and develops. The role of Edgar will be played by Reynolds, Taylor Jack- by a talented cast of characters. one gets the feeling that they have The dead teen’s mother, Andrea Matthew Lynn. Geoffrey Ko and son as Rev. Billy The play opens with an after recently spent intimate time to- (Judi Laganga), comes to the school Isabelle Smelkinson play local veteri- Hightower, and Jack school conference between English gether consoling each other. to meet Dane’s English teacher. She narian Dr. Thomas Parker and his wife, Mustard as the Greek teacher Larry (Jeff Maschi) and stu- Rachel (Anna McCabe), Dane’s wants closure with him since her Meredith, who take Edgar into their god, Pan. Maggie Tanji dent, Dane (Sebastian Madrigal), older sister, is sarcastic and angry son’s last words were to him. Ms. home and attempt to civilize him. plays Lorraine, and is over a grade the boy considers un- about the hypocritical outpouring Laganga only makes a one-scene Michaela Tropeano plays the Parker’s also the show’s dance fair. Dane quickly leaves the room of sympathy she detects from class- appearance, but in those moments rebellious teenage daughter, Shelley, captain. only to drop dead of a brain aneu- mates and teachers. Ironically, the there is tension, drama and raw emo- who ends up falling in love with Edgar. Bat Boy: The Musi- rysm. In the play, six characters all majority of students take advantage tion that come from artful pairing of Director Daniel Devlin, the theatre cal also features Nicole respond differently to the sudden of the school’s bereavement policy two veteran actors who connect on teacher at WHS, has described Bat Zimmermann as death of Dane. and stay home, while the three stu- multiple levels. Ms. Laganga is flaw- Boy: The Musical as “kind of like Maggie; Jackie Daaleman as Daisy; The school counselor, Steve dents who are genuinely grief less in her depleted energy and de- Sweeney Todd meets Avenue Q meets Jack Venezia as Mr. Dillon, Frank Many students play lead roles in the (Ryan Correll), is new as a staff stricken show up for class. Rachel livery that signals defeat. When she Book of Mormon (with an outstanding Guerriero as Bud, Robert Romano as “behind the scenes” production. Lydia member at this school, his alma purposely hides her grief by dress- asks Larry (who is gluing the sole of Rocky Horror-inspired score).” Ned, J.D. Kelly as Roy, Dan Connolly Oquendo is the stage manager, and set her boot) why he is still holding onto Mr. Devlin stressed that the show is as Clem; Colin Barry as a doctor, and design is led by Emma Tabachnick and her foot, the imagery of his holding more than just a spoof of the horror- Michael Poyntz as “The Institute Man.” Alison Simon. Geneva Gleason is head her very soul is evident. As decade- film genre. “Its themes and messages Ensemble members include Marissa of costumes. Alexa Derman and Asher long secrets are revealed, some of delve into important societal issues, Alvarez, Elena Arida, Megan Ariola, Horowitz, both 2012 Paper Mill Rising the most poignant moments of the including bullying, tolerance and ac- Sarah Boyle, Catherine Bruno, Bianca Star Award winners, are back onboard play are captured by Mr. Maschi and ceptance of others,” he said. Buecklers, Celia Childs, Daniel Coelho, to lead the effort in hair and makeup, Ms. Laganga. “It’s so exciting to share the lessons Claire Dorwart, Lauren Echausse, Alex and lobby decoration. Asher also de- Whichever approach one takes to that his story has to offer with the Frisch, Marisa Garrity, Liz Griesmer, signed the show’s poster. dealing with death, it is always a audience,” said Matthew, who played Victoria Guerriero, Madeline Seating for Bat Boy: The Musical personal journey. Maybe the sopho- the title role in last year’s musical, Hudelson, Christopher Ick, Jack can be reserved at $12 each by emailing moric signs printed on posters by Pippin. Matthew said being part of the Kirkland, Michael Kirkland, Katherine [email protected] or the guidance office of “Everything school’s theatrical productions has been Ko, Caity Meixner, Julian Mone, calling 908-884-1866. Because will be all right” and “Lean on me,” the highlight of his high school experi- Jeremias Olivera, Abbie Paone, Megan Westfield High School shows often sell are not the way most of us would ence. “The Westfield High School the- Pinna, Molly Prybylski, Madeleine out, advanced purchases are recom- deal with it, but Ryan Correll makes atre department is not just a depart- Rosenthal, Kim Roth and Jessica mended; tickets not sold in advance that approach believable because his ment; it is a family,” he said. Zimmermann. will be available for sale at the door on character Steve really believes it. Westfield High School’s Theatre This production’s musical director is the evening of the performance. Please Director David Christopher’s pro- Department has a reputation for excel- John Brzozowski, Director of Choral note that some of the show’s content duction of the play might be a study lence. Winning in eight categories, Pip- Music at WHS; music is performed by and imagery, although comedic and in the awkwardness of death, but pin was the top winner at the 2012 student musicians. WHS art teacher intended as a nod to several classic “B” ultimately, it is also a study in the joy Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Roy Chambers is the advisor for the horror films, may be inappropriate for of being truthful in life. Awards – more than any other school in student set design team. younger children. See it this weekend at 8 p.m. at the Edison Valley Playhouse located at 2196 Oak Tree Road in Edison. Tick- SP-FHS Repertory Theatre’s The Wedding DEALING WITH GRIEF...Alliance Repertory Theater’s The Dream Of the ets may be purchased at the door. Burning Boy is thoughtful work brought to life by a talented cast of characters. For more information, call (908) See it this weekend at 8 p.m. at the Edison Valley Playhouse located at 2196 Oak 755-4654 or visit Singer To Feature Costume Contest Tree Road in Edison. www.evplayhouse.com. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – the ’80s, among the top fashion trends are $15 for adults, $10 for students Get ready to go back to a time when were: shoulder pads, mini-skirts, and $10 for seniors (age 60 and up. hair was big and collars were up, at legwarmers (thanks, Jane Fonda), Senior “Gold Cards” may be used Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School huge earrings, fingerless gloves for Sunday Matinee and Thursday Repertory Theatre’s production of (Hello, Madonna!), off-the-shoul- evening performances only). A spe- The Wedding Singer on Thursday, der, Flashdance-inspired oversized cial rate of $8 for groups of 10 or March 14. The community is invited tops, and, for the guys, M.C. Ham- more is available for Thursday, to raid their closets, come dressed in mer parachute pants and Members March 14, performance. their best 80’s outfit and party like it’s Only jackets. Please include desired perfor- 1985, before the curtain rises at 7 Performances will be held on Fri- mance dates, number and type of p.m. day, March 8, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, tickets and total amount due when While ‘80s music plays in the March 9, at 8 p.m., Sunday, March emailing. Payment may be mailed Manya Ungar Auditorium, a panel of 10, at 2 p.m., Thursday, March 14, to Randi at 2099 Westfield Avenue, judges will roam the audience look- at 7 p.m., Friday, March 15, at 8 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 with ing for the three theatergoers who p.m. and Saturday, March 16, at 8 ticket order, or made at the time of best embody the look of the decade p.m. All take place at the Manya ticket pickup. Tickets may be picked when greed was good. First, second Ungar Memorial Auditorium at up in the auditorium lobby of Scotch and third place prizes will be distrib- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Plains-Fanwood High School, 667 uted just before the start of the show. School, 667 Westfield Road, Scotch Westfield Road, Scotch Plains, on ZĞŐŝƐƚƌĂƟŽŶŝƐKƉĞŶĨŽƌ͗ For those too young to remember Plains. Mondays and Wednesdays from 7 - To reserve tickets, email: 8 p.m. Tickets must be picked up on [email protected] or call Randi a Monday or Wednesday evening Mid-Day Musicales to Traiman at (908) 322-6533. Prices prior to the performance date. Effective Strategies Present WHS Orchestra WESTFIELD — The First Con- Proof Opens at Westfield for the AUTISM JOURNEY gregational Church of Westfield, 125 Elmer Street, presents the Westfield High School Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Raymond Community Players Wojcik, on Wednesday, February WESTFIELD – Westfield Com- 27th AnAnnual Symposium 27, in their continuing series of munity Players (WCP) presents its Mid-Day Musicales. These half- third production of the season with hour noon concerts are presented in the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and 2001 presented by the church sanctuary with a sug- Drama Critic’s and Tony Award win- gested donation of $5. ning play, Proof by David Auburn. It Children’s Specialized Hospital Funding for these concerts has opens on Saturday, March 2, and been made possible in part by the runs March 9, 16, 22 and 23 at 8 p.m.; New Jersey State Council on the a matinee performance is on March Arts, Department of State, a partner 10. The production is directed by agency of the National Endowment Steve Lemenille of Clark, who di- of the Arts, through a grant admin- rected Dial “M” for Murder, A View Friday, March 15, 2013 istered by the Union County Office from the Bridge and Squabbles for of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. WCP; and produced by Sally Brown WŝŶĞƐDĂŶŽƌ͕ĚŝƐŽŶ͕E: The church is handicapped-acces- of Westfield. sible. Proof concerns itself with For further information call the Catherine, a troubled young woman, church office at (908) 233-2494. who on the eve of her 25th birthday, ͻƵůůLJŝŶŐ has spent years caring for her bril- Newark Museum liant, but unstable father, a famous ͻŝWĂĚƚĞĐŚŶŽůŽŐLJ mathematician. Now, following his Hosts American Girl death, she must deal with her own volatile emotions; the arrival of her PROOF...Westfield Community Play- ͻ^ŽĐŝĂů^ŬŝůůƐ Fashion Show estranged sister, Claire; and the at- ers will present its third production of NEWARK – The Newark Museum’s tentions of Hal, a former student of the season with the 2001 Pulitzer Prize 10th annual American Girl Weekend her father’s who hopes to find valu- and 2001 Drama Critic’s and Tony ͻ dƌĂŶƐŝƟŽŶƚŽĂĚƵůƚŚŽŽĚ Award winning play, Proof by David will take place Saturday and Sunday, able work in the 103 notebooks that Auburn. Pictured are John Corell, who April 6 and 7. Proceeds from the two- her father left behind. portrays Robert, and Shiva Kiani who ͻ ĞŚĂǀŝŽƌDĂŶĂŐĞŵĞŶƚ^ƚƌĂƚĞŐŝĞƐ day event are used to support children’s Over the long weekend that fol- portrays Catherine. programs and exhibitions at the Mu- lows, a burgeoning romance and the seum. The weekend is also an opportu- discovery of a mysterious notebook 232-1221 or on-line at ͻ džƉĞƌƚƐŝŶĐůƵĚŝŶŐ:ĞĚĂŬĞƌ nity to introduce new people to the draw Catherine into the most diffi- www.westfieldcommunityplayers.org/ Newark Museum, which in its 100- cult problem of all: How much of her WCPticketrequest.html. year history has served multiple gen- father’s madness-or genius-will she Some language may be objection- erations. The event will take place at inherit? able to some viewers. 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. each day. The cast includes veteran WCP Funding has been made possible in Each show consists of a two-part actor, John Correll (of Winfield Park), part by the New Jersey State Council runway fashion show, highlighting the as the father, Robert, and new-com- on the Arts, Department of State, a historical American Girl characters and ers to WCP: Shiva Kiani of Newark, partner agency of the National En- their unique stories, as well as contem- as Catherine; Kristin Barber-Furlong dowment for the Arts, through a grant &ŽƌŵŽƌĞŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶŽƌƚŽƌĞŐŝƐƚĞƌƉůĞĂƐĞǀŝƐŝƚ͗ porary fashions. At intermission, ev- of Morris Plains, as Claire, administered by the Union County eryone is invited to an ice cream social Catherine’s sister and Bobby Office of Cultural and Heritage Af- in the Engelhard Court. Marusiefski of Rahway as Hal. fairs. WCP is a member of The Ameri- www.childrens-specialized.org/autismsymposium Tickets are $45 with special VIP Tickets are $20 with a student rate can Association of Community The- seating packages available. To purchase of $10 available for the Sunday, atre (AACT), and New Jersey Asso- tickets, visit www.newarkmuseum.org March 10, matinee. Tickets are avail- ciation of Community Theaters or call (973) 596-5144. able through the Box Office at (908) (NJACT). Page S-1 Thursday, February 21, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary FEDORCHAK BUCKETS 10 POINTS; TROTTER SCORES 7 POINTS, GREEN PUTS IN 6 POINTS Cardinal Boys Soar, Ground Cougars in UCT Hoops, 56-33

By DAVID B. CORBIN on offense, and it killed us,” Cou- with Wade Brown and Donzel box out. It was hard to hit shots the fourth quarter. Trotter hit all Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times gar senior center Reggie Green Johnson controlled the boards when we were not getting any- seven of his points in the fourth Synchronization was well in said. on both sides of the court. The thing. When we are not getting quarter and finished with three tact for the sixth-seeded Green was guarded closely by Cardinals were also disrupting anything, we can’t hit shots,” assists and six rebounds. Plainfield High School Cardinals Cardinal big men Denzel Chris- nearly every play the Cougars Green said. Fedorchak (3 rebounds, blocked boys basketball team, but it was tian and Ahmad Baker, and along attempted to set up with their The Cougars have been known shot, assist), who led the team virtually non existent for the with 10 points, sank six of the 14th-seeded Cranford Cougars Cougars’ 10 first-quarter points in their 56-33 loss in the second and Green, who finished with seven round of the Union County Tour- Story on page 13 rebounds and a steal, rolled in the nament at Rahway High School other four. Johnson scored seven on February 13. of The Westfield Leader of his 14 points in the quarter. With the exception of senior The Cardinals went on a thiev- forward Stefan Fedorchak’s lay- ing spree and won the second up after junior guard Tommy quarter, 18-6, to take a 30-16 Trotter’s assist at the beginning lead at the half. Baker bucketed of the game, the Cougars were eight of his 11 points in the quar- shaky in the first quarter and ter, while Brown hit five points. even more out of sync in the Fedorchak, Green and junior John second quarter and never recov- Oblachinski each hit for two points. ered for the remainder of the The Cardinals stretched their lead game. to 45-23 by the end of the third “We didn’t hit shots in the first quarter and the thefts and domi- half. We thought we could nance under the boards were ap- weather the storm. That’s what parent. Oblachinski and Fedorchak our coach tells us to do. We just each sank a 2-pointer and Wills couldn’t hit shots today. Some- nailed his 3-pointer. Johnson times they go in. Sometimes they scored six points and Brown added don’t. We got stopped in the five more points. Trotter scored second half. We couldn’t convert the first seven of the Cougars’ points in the final quarter and Reading is Good For You Smith hit the other three. Cranford 10 6 7 10 33 Plainfield 12 18 15 11 56

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quick hands, which led to turn- for their ability to bang six-to- See & Subscribe at overs and fast-break lay-ups. eight 3-pointers a game but not Go BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo “They are pretty athletic. They this time. Senior guard Chris Wills have big kids. They are hard to (3 rebounds, 3 assists, steal) hit Cougars! Submit commentary and items for publishing. the Cougars’ first 3-pointer in Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste the third quarter, while Trotter Go and See a Game! and Matt Smith each hit one in Page S-2 Thursday, February 21, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary All Photos are a Courtesy of Cranford Resident Bill Tompkins for The Westfield Leader

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Bill Tompkins for The Westfield Leader and The Times Bill Tompkins for The Westfield Leader and The Times PUTTING AN END TO THINGS…Jon El-Khoury earned a huge victory when he pinned Adrian JUST LIKE AN ANACONDA…Cougar Corey Markovitch, top, puts the squeeze on Viking Jim Macko in 3:06 to give the Cougars a 27-23 lead. McGinley in his 182-lb bout and comes up with a pin in 2:43. HWT. EL-KHOURY WINS BIG MATCH, MARKOVITCH PINS; COUGARS FINISH WITH 20 WINS Parsippany Hills Matmen Top Cougars in Section Semi, 39-27

By DAVID B. CORBIN “This year has been a year of Fornini claimed a 7-1 decision Cranford back on top, 11-9. tough bout with Nicholas D’Uva Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times firsts for Cranford, the first time over freshman Andrew Cougar Niko Capello jumped at 195-lbs but fell short, 7-3. More key bouts went in favor we wrestled an overnight out Tompkins. Sophomore Gavin up to 152-lbs but dropped a After Steve Hill defeated Jeff of the home team, and the of state trip, the first time in a Murray amassed a technical fall close, 5-2, decision to Sam Weiss, 6-0, at 220-lbs the Vi- sixth-seeded Cranford High very long time we beat Roselle over Kyle Bota at 132-lbs to Mual. Senior Jimmy Dwyer kings led, 23-21. School wrestling team wound Park, the first time to get 20 give the Cougars a 5-3 team grabbed a 15-2, majority deci- “The match was a close one up on the short end of a 39-27 wins, and the first time since lead. At 138-lbs, Viking Chris- sion at 160-lbs over Steve all the way through. It wasn’t score against the third-seeded 2001 to win a sections match. tian Signorelli pinned Diego Stringas. Viking Mike Weiss won the coin toss that got us. We Parsippany Hills Vikings in the I am really proud and happy for Castro in 1:39 then Cougar jun- by technical fall over Matt got every match up that we semifinal round of the North this team. This is a special year ior Corey Birch pinned Justin DiMartino at 170-lbs then se- wanted. We just fell a little Jersey, Group 2, Section 2 Tour- that the seniors will never for- Kim in 1:46 at 145-lbs to put nior Corey Markovitch bumped short in a few spots. We couldn’t nament on February 13. get,” Cougar Head Coach Pat up to 182-lbs to pin Jim get the pins in spots and didn’t The 20-5 Cougars advanced Gorman said. McGinley in 2:43 to give the finish well in others, but as a to the semifinal round after The match against the Vikings Probitas Verus Honos Cougars a 21-17 lead. team, I was very proud of the crushing Orange, 60-9, in the began at 126-lbs where Rob Cougar Rob Kessler had a CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 first round. Page S-3 Thursday, February 21, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Cougar Corey Birch – 145-lbs Cougar Gavin Murray – 132-lbs

Par. Hills Tops Cougar Matmen way we wrestled,” Coach weight classes. At 106-lbs, Jeel Gorman said. Patel earned a 13-2, majority Cougar sophomore heavy- decision over Chase Gunther. weight Jon El-Khoury earned a Reed Osterman pinned Nick huge victory when he pinned Scaramuzzi in 59 seconds at Adrian Macko in 3:06 to give 113-lbs, and Aric Imhoff pinned the Cougars a 27-23 lead. Dave Busch in 2:17 at 120-lbs. “One of the highlights for me “In addition to having a very was that our heavyweight went supportive group of parents and out and pinned their guy who fans, I think that a key to the was 20-5. Jon El-Khoury has success is that the kids are wrestled well all year and has having a lot of fun and that been flying under the radar, but helps in every aspect. But we producing a lot of team points both know that there is still for us. He is someone we can work to be done and lots more always rely on. This year he is wrestling to be had before this 23-6 with 13 pins and it’s a season is over,” Coach Gorman direct result of the hard work he said. puts in each day,” Coach The Cougars will be compet- Gorman said. ing in the District 11 Tourna- From that point, however, the ment held in Westfield this Fri- Vikings took control of the Cou- day and Saturday, February 22- gar freshmen in the three lower 23. The key teams will be Westfield, Cranford, Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Brearley, Winningest Cougar Wrestling Team Probitas Verus Honos Rahway, Elizabeth and the Lin- den Tigers, who won last year. Page S-4 Thursday, February 21, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary McCOY SCORES 12 POINTS (8 IN FOURTH QUARTER), MAUCIONE NETS 7 POINTS, GOELLER 6 Governor Livingston Lady Highlanders Get the Jump On Cranford Cougar Girls in UCT Semifinal Round, 36-27 By DAVID B. CORBIN Kaitlin McGovern (3 steals, 2 half. McCoy was held to just two been working on getting the points, 22-17. Unfortunately for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times blocks, tipped pass), who fin- points but had more success in ball inside. We really didn’t do the Cougars, Cranston sank a Third seeded Governor ished with six points, began driv- the second half to finish with 12 that much in the first half. Sec- free throw then nailed a 3- Livingston got the drop very ing to the basket, but the High- points to go with her six re- ond half we did better,” Cougar pointer at the buzzer to stretch early and successfully threw the landers won the first quarter, bounds, three steals, blocked Head Coach Jackie Dyer said. the lead to nine points. Cougar second seeded Cranford High 11-6. The very closely guarded shot and an assist. The urgency of a catch-up Carly Maucione (4 rebounds, School basketball girls off their McCoy could not find daylight “Our outside shots have been game, that caused the Cougars blocked shot) hit five of her game to roll to a 36-27 victory and neither could her team- a little bit shaky and we have to yield numerous turnovers in seven points in the quarter. in the semifinal round of the mates against a tenacious de- the first half, waned quite a bit “We did a much better job the Union County Tournament at fense in the second quarter that in the second half and at one second half, but at that point Rahway High School on Febru- the Highlanders won, 9-2, to Probitas Verus Honos point in the third quarter they when you are down a lot, it’s ary 18. command a 20-8 lead at the cut the Highlanders’ lead to five hard against a good team to The 19-4 Highlanders, with bounce back so much,” Coach the presence of Erin Ferguson Dyer said. and Mallory George under the Foul trouble played a major boards, had a strong influence role also. Goeller, who finished on turning the 16-8 Cougars’ with two points and three as- shooting game to ice. In the sists, drew her fourth foul in the meantime, George scored four third quarter then McCoy and points and Ferguson rolled in McGovern drew their fourth fouls two, while teammate Alisa in the fourth quarter. Cranston banged a 3-pointer to “We got into foul trouble and I give the Highlanders a 9-2 lead think our girls were afraid they before a timeout was called with were going to get called for a 4:02 left in the first quarter. foul, but we fought to the end. The two rivals have played We didn’t stop trying. They are twice before, and the Cougars a very good team, and it’s hard had the upper hand, but both to beat a team three times,” games were low scoring, so that Coach Dyer said. 9-2 deficit added another prob- Gov. Livingston 11 9 6 10 36 lem to the equation, the need to Cranford 6 2 9 10 27 play catch-up. Cougar seniors Jess McCoy and Please Support Reading is Good For You Cranford High School Sports Programs

Story on page 17 of The Westfield Leader Go Cougars! David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times goleader.com/subscribe HEMMED IN BY HIGHLANDERS…Senior forward Jess McCoy, No. 20, has no opening in the Union County Go and See a Game! Tournament semifinal game against the Governor Livingston Highlanders in Rahway on February 18. Page S-5 Thursday, February 21, 2013 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary New Jersey Devils 5, Philadelphia Flyers 3 – February 15 – Photos by Jim O’Connor – njsportpics.com

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