Consultant Recommends Four-Way Stops at Intersections Near WHS

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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, June 23, 2011 OUR 121st YEAR – ISSUE NO. 25-2011 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Ciarrocca Named for Judgeship, Drops WF Council Reelection Bid By LAUREN S. BARR council, which expires in January. to be someone who “works really Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “I’m really honored by the nomi- hard” and “someone who would win WESTFIELD – Imme- nation,” Councilman the respect of the ward.” diately preceding Tuesday Ciarrocca said. He added Other Union County residents night’s Westfield Town that, “I just don’t think it nominated to the Superior Court by Council meeting, Third would be fair to the voters the Governor are Kenilworth Mayor Ward Councilman Mark of the Third Ward” to re- Kathi Fiamingo and Regina Caulfield Ciarrocca announced that main on the ballot given of Berkeley Heights, a trial supervi- he will be dropping his bid the “uncertainty of the sor in the Union County Prosecutor’s for reelection this Novem- nomination process.” Office. State Superior Court Judge ber due to his nomination Assemblyman Jon Frederic Kessler of Cranford was re- by Governor Chris Bramnick, who also nominated by the Governor. Christie to be a Superior serves as Westfield Re- The Third Ward council seat will Court judge. publican Committee be a three-way race in November While the Governor’s Mark Ciarrocca Chairman, said, “Gover- between Democrat Matt Sontz, Inde- nomination was made public on Tues- nor Christie has made a terrific nomi- pendent Greg Kasko and whoever the day, Councilman Ciarrocca’s appoint- nation” and he expressed his grati- Republicans choose for their nomi- ment to the bench hinges on a hearing tude for Councilman Ciarrocca’s ser- nee. before the State Senate Judiciary vice to Westfield. He said the com- In other business, the council Committee and confirmation by the mittee would be discussing who agreed to allow the Rake and Hoe full Senate. During this process he would replace him on the November Garden Club of Westfield to move will continue to serve out his term on ballot, but said whoever it is will have forward with their plans for a plaque at the town-owned pocket park at the intersection of Rahway Avenue and Shadowlawn Drive. The club, which Betsey Burgdorf for The Westfield Leader maintains the park, intends to hold a PERENNIAL SUCCESS…On June 16 Williams Nursery in Westfield was visited by approximately 100 garden center ribbon-cutting on Veterans Day. owners and managers from all over the United States. Williams Nursery was selected, along with 14 other garden stores in the state, to be included on the tour. New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Doug Fisher was on hand to congratulate Dave The council also reviewed resolu- Williams, owner of the nursery, on being chosen to represent the state. tions allowing for the demolition of single-family homes located at 1080 Prospect Street and 774 Westfield Avenue. Town Engineer Kris Consultant Recommends Four-Way MacAloon said both applications are conforming and the properties are non-sub-dividable. Third Ward Councilman Dave Haas Stops at Intersections Near WHS expressed some frustration that after By LAUREN S. BARR enue and Dorian Road and Rahway taking a “piecemeal approach,” and the property at 774 Westfield Avenue Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Avenue and First Street. that while “past councils allowed was purchased, the owner cut down WESTFIELD – Last Thursday Some of the potential solutions neighborhoods to pressure them,” the trees before applying for a demoli- night members of the Westfield Town offered by Mr. Meth were four-way current council will not make any tion permit. Council and the Board of Education stop signs at Rahway and Dorian and changes until it has a full solution to Lauren S. Barr for The Westfield Leader During the permitting process for (BOE) held their second joint meet- Rahway and First Street; restricting the parking dilemma. CONFERENCE...The Westfield Town Council reviews agenda items at Tuesday home demolition, the property owner ing at Westfield High School (WHS), the hours when parking is allowed on Residents present seemed to be in night’s meeting. is required by the town to either sub- conducted by traffic expert Gordon the south side of Dorian Road and favor of a permit system and an alter- mit a letter stating that no trees will Meth, to discuss parking, traffic and creation of a bus drop off on Rahway nate-side-of-the-street parking sys- be removed or seek approval from safety issues in the area of WHS. Avenue. tem as long as the current restrictions Red Cross Merger Aimed the town’s Tree Preservation Com- Approximately 30 residents at- He also said the town “would need from some streets near the high school mission. tended the meeting where Mr. Meth 300 to 350 (parking) spaces to satisfy were lifted. There currently are no Councilman James Foerst said the said traffic counts have been com- the current on-street demand” and parking restrictions on Stoneleigh At Boosting Efficiency Code Review and Town Property pleted, and that more parking counts that there are still issues with permis- Park and two-hour limits on Westfield By PAUL J. PEYTON and Suzanne Lutz, who started on April Committee, which he chairs, is re- would be done in the fall. He said the sion to use the parking lot at the Avenue, among other streets in the SUZETTE F. STALKER Specially Written for The Westfield Leader 18, replaces Nathan Rudy, who was viewing that issue. counts show a 10-minute backup at National Guard Armory across from area, forcing students to park on WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ executive director of the Tri-County At next week’s public meeting the the intersection of Rahway Avenue WHS on Rahway Avenue. While a streets like Shadowlawn Drive and Mountainside and Tri-County Ameri- chapter. Maureen Kaufmann, who council will vote on a resolution ap- and West Broad Street, and that over suggestion had been made at the Dorian Court, which have no parking can Red Cross chapters are now un- had been director of the Westfield/ proving a $31,372 change order for a period of three years, 14 accidents March meeting that the current park- restrictions. der one roof in Westfield, and under Mountainside chapter, has retired. improvements to Downer Street by have occurred at both Rahway Av- ing lot be extended into the playing While Board of Education Presi- a newly hired executive director. To Ms. Lutz emphasized that the com- Cifelli & Son General Construction. field behind WHS, it was explained dent Julia Walker said the board could be known as the Raritan Valley chap- munities that had been served by the The improvements are complete. that because of physical education not restrict who drives to school, one ter, the combined agencies will oper- two formerly separate chapters will Also reviewed was a resolution to Congratulations requirements, the high school cannot resident suggested the end of open ate from the longtime Westfield/ not see a loss in response time as a appoint Nicholas Bagan as a police do without the field space. lunch would help limit the number of Mountainside chapter house on Elm result of the merger, since most vol- special, class II, which is a non-sala- Class of 2011 Mr. Meth suggested that a permit student drivers. Street. This merger is part of a na- unteers respond from their homes ried position. AREA - This week, students will system be instituted where the price of Some members of the public who tional regionalization of Red Cross rather than Red Cross headquarters. The council will also vote on two don their caps and gowns and receive the permits would be based on what attended the meeting also spoke out chapters. “It (regionalization) really was to resolutions at next week’s meeting their diplomas as area high schools streets they were located on, and said against the idea of the four-way stop The Raritan Valley chapter includes create more efficiency,” Ms. Lutz told that, if passed, would allow the town hold commencement ceremonies. restrictions currently in place on streets sign suggestion, as they felt it was Clark, Cranford, Elizabeth, Fanwood, The Westfield Leader during a visit to enter into an agreement with Union Westfield High School will see 446 near the high school may change as burdensome on the residents of the Garwood, Hillside, Kenilworth, Lin- last Thursday to the newspaper’s of- County that enables the town to ap- seniors graduate; Scotch Plains- they “need to be careful not to just area to solve about 20 minutes of den, Mountainside, Plainfield, fices. She described the merger as ply for Community Development Fanwood High School will graduate spread the (parking) problem.” traffic per day. Rahway, Roselle, Roselle Park, “an opportunity to create a consoli- Block Grants and the Emergency 362 and Cranford High School will Councilman Keith Loughlin said Another meeting will be held in the Scotch Plains, Union, Westfield and dation of volunteers, resources and Shelter Grants program. graduate 272. while the town hopes to roll out fall after more traffic and parking Winfield from Union County; staff.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Look for coverage next week. changes this fall, officials are not counts are completed. Dunellen, Edison and South Ms. Lutz also noted that, since “we Plainfield from Middlesex County have a larger staff, we can do more and Green Brook, North Plainfield, outreach.” The Raritan Valley chap- Mountainside Enlists Planner Warren and Watchung from Somerset ter will have a staff of 10, comple- County. mented by its contingent of volun- The Plainfield office where the Tri- teers. To Help COAH Strategy County chapter had been based was The chapter will continue to fol- By MICHAEL J. POLLACK tion, and some of these regulations closed and merged into the Westfield low the Red Cross mantra of respond- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader have been [invalidated] by the courts,” office. New Executive Director CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 MOUNTAINSIDE – Mountainside Mayor Mirabelli said. “[This] has Mayor Paul Mirabelli announced caused a lot of turmoil as to what Tuesday night that during a recent COAH’s future role, if any, may be in meeting, the borough passed a reso- planning affordable housing.” lution contracting with an individual Despite the uncertain status of to help guide Mountainside through COAH, the governing body has been the next stage of affordable-housing advised, according to the mayor, to requirements. treat affordable housing as a consti- Mayor Mirabelli announced that tutional obligation. “It’s not going to the borough would bring in experi- go away, even if COAH goes away,” enced planner John Chadwick, 4th to the mayor said. provide professional services for the Mr. Chadwick will now assist the planning board and the governing borough in formulating a plan to ful- body. fill the borough’s obligation. The SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT...College Woman’s Club Scholarship winners The organization responsible for governing body and the planning pose with club officers at their annual scholarship dinner. Pictured, from left to administering regulations, the New board “likely will consider” whether right, are: Deirdre Gelinne, CWC scholarship chairwoman; Brooke Domino, Jersey Council on Affordable Hous- it is necessary, or appropriate, to re- Marisa Boretz, Allison Rose, Melanie Johnson, Madison Mone, Meghan Sullivan ing (COAH), is being phased out zone certain areas or properties in the and Peggy Oster, CWC president. Not pictured: Tzvetelina Garneva. See story on after actions taken by Governor Chris town, the mayor said. The vast major- page 18. Christie and the New Jersey Legisla- ity of Mountainside, barring certain ture. Due to this action, much of the properties on Route 22, is zoned for PAGE INDEX affordable-housing requirements are single-family dwellings. Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 17-18 A NEW CHAPTER…Suzanne Lutz, center, executive director of the new Raritan up in the air at the moment. “The last thing we want is to change Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 Valley chapter of the American Red Cross, created by merging the former COAH has recently attempted to the way Mountainside looks,” he said. Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 10-17 Westfield/Mountainside and Tri-County chapters, discusses the new chapter pass its third-round regulations, which The mayor said the hiring of Mr. Community ... 6-8 Classifieds .... 17 with The Westfield Leader editors Paul Peyton and Suzette Stalker. have been “met with some opposi- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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856 Mountain Avenue, Mountainside, NJ Email us at: [email protected] RVSA Changes Policy on Succession of Chairman By WAYNE BAKER manship, so in effect, most commis- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader sioners will need to be on the board RAHWAY — The Rahway Valley for three years before serving as chair- Sewerage Authority’s (RVSA) Board man, officials said. of Commissioners last Thursday ap- Allen Chin, Westfield’s commis- proved a new plan for succession of sioner, who currently serves as vice- chairman and vice-chairman of the chairman, was to have been chairman board. in 2012, but now the town will not Departing Rahway Commissioner hold that position until 2017. Paul Sefranka had introduced a reso- Mr. Sefranka, Rahway’s commis- lution to change the order of succes- sioner, has resigned from RVSA’s sion of chairs and vice-chairs from a board. He served for just over three system based on seniority of the years on the board.

commissioners on the board, to one In other business, the contract to Photo courtesy of Gino Jannotti based on a rotation. During discus- bring digester gas to RVSA’s boilers Betsey Burgdorf for The Westfield Leader THE CREW...Gino Jannotti of Garwood celebrates with the Dragon Boat Univer- FIELD OF DREAMS…Construction of a park complex on the site of the former sion, James Murphy, Cranford’s at its wastewater treatment facility sity Racing Champions after their victory at the annual Hong Kong Harbor event. Ponderosa Farm on Cooper Road in Scotch Plains has begun. The 23-acre commissioner, said in the 11 years was awarded to Spectraserv, Inc. of property owned by the county will include two natural grass soccer fields, a paved he has been on the board, Rahway South Kearney. Spectraserv’s bid was driveway and parking lot, restroom building, toddler area and water spray park. has had six commissioners. Joanne the second lowest, but the low bid, Westfield BOE Discusses Grimes, RVSA’s office administra- submitted by BR Welding of Howell, tor, stated that as a result of the had contained an error. Following the SP Council Reduces Speed current policy, Rahway had not had bid opening, BR requested via letter Required Bullying Policy a commissioner chair the RVSA to withdraw its bid, and this request ByKIMBERLY A. BROADWELL bullying anonymously, but formal ac- since Brian O’Donnell served in was accepted. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tion for violations may not be taken On Cooper Road 1996. RVSA Executive Director James WESTFIELD – Preparing for the solely on the basis of an anonymous By FRED T. ROSSI sit. The newly adopted resolution re- Meehan estimated that it will take upcoming school year, members of the report.” During the discussion it was Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The council was questioned by sev- quires that prior to serving in either seven months to pay off the $384,500 Westfield Board of Education (BOE) noted that not only does an updated SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- eral residents about the lawsuits filed of these two leadership roles, a com- expense of the digester gas. A period met Tuesday evening to discuss the HIB policy need to be crafted, but the ship council at its regular meeting on against the municipal government in missioner must serve two years on of up to two years had been dis- new Harassment Intimidation and Bul- student Code of Conduct needs an up- Tuesday passed an ordinance reduc- connection with the recent designa- the board. It states that a commis- cussed previously, but since the co- lying (HIB) policy. A newly amended dated too. ing the speed limit on Cooper Road tion of the Shackamaxon Country sioner who does not meet the senior- generation plant will not be oper- policy is required in all New Jersey Board members stated that work- from 35 mph to 25 mph. Deputy Club as an area in need of rehabilita- ity standard be moved down to meet ated, Mr. Meehan said the shorter public schools. ing on these policies during the sum- Mayor Mary DePaola said police tion. Mayor Malool said there are the requirement. payoff period would apply. The new policy was discussed by a mer would be difficult because not department data shows the average two lawsuits pending and that she The new rotation will see The commissioners approved a la- seperate policy committee even after everyone would be available to meet speed on Cooper is about 41 mph. expected them to be combined into Kenilworth’s commissioner, Richard bor contract June 7 with the United the two-hour BOE meeting was ad- due to summer schedules, but that She noted that the thoroughfare is a one. Beyond that, she said she was LoForte, serve as RVSA chairman in Steel Workers. The agreement gives journed. It will be a revised version of having an updated bullying policy in narrow street with 10 intersections, unable to provide any further infor- 2012, with Mountainside’s commis- RVSA’s unionized workers a 2-per- an already existing regulation. The 19- place for September was a mandate all of which have limited sight lines. mation given the active litigation. sioner, Rene Dierkes, serving as vice- cent-across- the-board increase and page policy includes information de- from the state. Mayor Nancy Malool added that Township Manager Chris Marion chairman in 2012 and chairman in covers a three-year period. The fining harassment, intimidation and Board President Julia Walker said it the planning board favored the re- announced the summer concert series 2013. Springfield’s Commissioner state’s Public Employment Relations bullying, as well as pupil expectations, was especially difficult to work on the duction, especially with the Ponde- on the Alan Augustine Village Green Stephen Eisenberg will fill the chair- Committee (PERC) must now ap- examples of consequences and bully- Code of Conduct during summer rosa property near the corner of Coo- will begin on Thursday, July 14, and manship in 2014 and Rahway’s com- prove the contract. Mr. Sefranka ing reporting procedures. months because this policy needs input per Road and Terrill Road being run on the following two Thursday missioner will take over in 2015. The congratulated all involved in the The policy notes that every report from the community. Board member developed into a park and ball fields. evenings. Entertainment for children rotation will continue in subsequent negotiations and described the con- anonymous, or otherwise, will be in- Mitchell Slater suggested that the With the increased traffic on Cooper will precede each night’s main act. years with the RVSA commissioner tract as a “win-win” situation. vestigated. Westfield Superintendent board’s summer Facebook project be Road that is expected to result from The township council at its regular from Garwood, 2016; Westfield, A budget pool also was approved of Schools Margaret Dolan noted that, geared toward receiving input from the the new park, the mayor said it was meeting on Tuesday unanimously 2017; Cranford, 2018; Roselle Park, to provide non-union workers with under the current policy, “all school community on the Code of Conduct. important to reduce the speed limit. passed an ordinance to fund this year’s 2019; Scotch Plains, 2020, and raises based on performance. These employees, volunteers or contracted The board agreed that because of the The council also passed a resolu- $1.1-million capital budget that will Woodbridge, 2021. The rotation raises, which might be retroactive to service providers having contact with mandate, the HIB policy needed to be tion authorizing a shared services be used for funding roadway improve- would then return to Clark’s com- January 1, 2011, are to range from 0 students are obligated to report bully- ready for a first reading for next week’s agreement with Fanwood to mill and ments, drainage upgrades, park im- missioner. to 3.5 percent, based on performance ing, harassment or intimidation prac- BOE meeting, but that the Code of repave the Hetfield Avenue Bridge provements and acquisition of ve- Commissioners serve as vice-chair- reviews. The pool is controlled by tices if they are witnessed.” In addition, Conduct would be worked on in the in cooperation with New Jersey Tran- hicles and equipment. man in the year prior to their chair- Mr. Meehan and is approximately she stated, “Pupils, parents and visitors beginning of the school year. Board $40,000. may report on any act or intimidation of members said they would like it to be given to parents and students in early fall. Board members all agreed that the Red Cross Merges new Code of Conduct would be a document that parents and students should read. Board member Ann Cary added Local Touch…Global Reach. Regional Operations that she thought parents should also

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sign a contract for the school saying they have read and understand the ing to disasters, providing victims Ms. Lutz said blood drives will con- policy. with access to debit cards, shelter, tinue to be held in the area, noting The next BOE meeting will be held NOW OPEN clothing, food and other necessities, that, statewide, there is only a two- this Tuesday, June 28, at 7:30 p.m., as well as crisis counseling, if needed. day average standing supply of blood where a first reading of the HIB policy FOR “The Red Cross is doing what it is available, when five- to seven-day will be read. A second reading of the best known for, what it does the best, supplies is the level needed to safely policy will be done in August. which is preparing the community respond to emergencies. BUSINESS for disasters and responding when A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Ms. they do occur,” Ms. Lutz said. Lutz formerly was a director on Staten Mountainside SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP The new chapter has combined the Island for the Red Cross of Greater SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP boards of directors of the Tri-County New York, after which she took a job CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM and Westfield/Mountainside chapters, doing disaster planning for a bank, Chadwick is “just a first, necessary for a current total of 20 individuals. before deciding to resume her career step” to make sure that “the govern- Ms. Lutz said three officers – a chair- with the Red Cross. Her husband, ing body is the one who shapes the man, vice-chairman and secretary – Alexander, is employed as senior di- way Mountainside is going to [look] will head up the new board. The of- rector of external affairs and govern- in the future, and not some outsider ficers will be installed at the chapter’s ment relations for the Red Cross of trying to come in and make us some- annual meeting on Monday, June 27, Greater New York; his jurisdiction thing we’re not. We’re going to take at 6:30 p.m. at the Elm Street office. spans all five boroughs, all of Long our time and make sure it’s done The public is invited to attend. The Island, Westchester and Greenwich, right. We’re going to make sure we’re 980 RARITAN ROAD $659,000 1948 FARMINGDALE RD $629,000 chapter board also holds quarterly Conn. the same type of community.” Captivating Custom 3BR, 3 bath updated home on gorgeous property Expanded 5BR, 2.5 bth Cape on acre lot features huge Kitchen with meetings, which are not open to the “We’re a Red Cross family,” said The mayor also alluded to recent with Inground pool. Gourmet Kitchen, Lg Family Rm with fpl & pizza granite countertops & breakfast bar, Lg Fam Rm w/sliders to patio, public. Ms. Lutz, who continues to reside on litigation involving affordable hous- oven, Formal DR, Formal LR, part fin bsmt w/wet bar, 3 car garage. FDR, part fin bsmt w/Rec Rm & Exercise Rm, 2 car attach gar w/loft. In addition to Ms. Lutz, key staff Staten Island with her husband and Dir: Raritan Rd opposite Orchard Dir: Raritan to Lake or Chapel to Framingdale ing. The borough successfully members include Office Manager two young daughters, commuting to blocked low-income housing being WESTFIELD WESTFIELD Elsa Mejins and Fundraising Direc- the Red Cross office in Westfield. placed in Mountainside near OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM tor Corinna Krauskopf; the remain- “In a way, it was coming home,” Lackland Self-Storage on Route 22. der of the staff function in the areas of said Ms. Lutz of her return to working Councilman Glenn Mortimer ex- disasters and health and safety. There for the Red Cross. “I had to learn the plained to The Westfield Leader that also is a volunteer coordinator for the [Westfield area] territory, but I didn’t the borough’s contention with the chapter’s 250 to 300 volunteers. have to learn the Red Cross. For me, housing had more to do with ingress Classes in First Aid, babysitter train- it’s been great. I love being back with and egress issues at the site, not the ing and CPR, among other courses, the Red Cross.” nature of the housing. will continue to be offered to the Ms. Lutz earned a Bachelor of Sci- In separate business, the council community. Ms. Lutz said the newly ence degree in Political Science from unanimously backed a resolution sup- merged chapter also is looking to 624 CARLETON ROAD $879,900 612 ELM STREET $875,000 the College of Staten Island and her porting Senate Bill S-2762, which Turn of the Century Victorian Colonial lovingly maintained features LR Charming 5BR Col with rocking chair porch and 2 car detached gar. expand its course offerings. MDY degree in diplomacy, with a permits a municipality to pay com- w/fpl, FDR, lg eat-in updated kitchen, Fam Rm opens to deck, beautifully Updated Eat In Kit w/lg dining area, SS Viking applncs, granite counters The Raritan Valley Chapter is part concentration in terrorism, from mercial and industrial property-tax landscaped yard, 1car det gar. Walking distance to NYC trans, shops. & butler pantry LRw/fpl, FDR. 5th BR on 3rd flr feats priv sitting porch. of the American Red Cross Central Norwich University in Vermont. She refunds for tax years 2010 and 2011 Dir: Central-Park, L on Carleton or So.Ave to Blvd, L on Park, R on Carleton Dir: East Dudley to Elm Street New Jersey Region, which also in- currently is pursuing her doctorate over the three subsequent local bud- cludes the Central New Jersey, in public administration online from get years. WESTFIELD WESTFIELD Greater Somerset County, Burlington Minneapolis-based Walden Univer- The council honored the work of OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM County and Camden County chap- sity. newly minted Eagle Scout James ters. The regional office is based out An open house will be held from Murdoch, Jr. James helped in repair- of Princeton. June 27 through July 1 for the coming cages at the Raptor Trust, a wild- Ms. Lutz said she would be pre- munity to come in and meet the bird rehabilitation center in sented with her budget for the new staff, learn about Red Cross pro- Millington. The mayor and council Fiscal Year, which begins July 1, within grams and see what is involved in also issued a resolution of congratu- the next few weeks by the Princeton learning CPR. Ms. Lutz said that lations to Deerfield School co-vale- office. She said there is an expense while the Red Cross is frequently dictorians Isha and Shree Mehrotra, budget as well as a revenue side, the associated with large-scale disaster who are twin sisters. 834 VILLAGE GREEN $799,000 712 COLEMAN PLACE $619,000 latter of which she is charged with response, she also wants the public Exceptional 4BR 2bth New England Cape completely renov ated in the Nicely updated Colonial w/3BRs, 2 full baths. Formal Living Rm/wood- raising. While the chapter will con- to be aware that the loss of even a last year. Beaut new Kitchen w/ high end applcs, LR,DR, Fam Rm, burning fpl, FDR, updated Eat-In Kitchen, screened in 3 season porch tinue its two major annual benefits – a one-family home is just as devastat- 1 car att gar, c/a, new paver stone patio. Located next to Tamaques Park. w/jalousied windows, one car attached garage set on a lovely property. gala and a golf outing – Ms. Lutz said ing for the family that no longer has WF Council Dir: Willow Grove to Dickson to Village Green Dir: W. Dudley to Coleman she believes the chapter’s most effec- a roof over its head, and equally in CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 tive fund-raising tools are individual need of the agency’s services and According to Town Administrator Serving Northern New Jersey with Offices Located In: gifts, corporate sponsorship/work- community support. Jim Gildea, the council has passed place giving and various grants for “We need to educate the commu- similar resolutions in past years to Alpine • Fort Lee • Franklin Lakes • Hillsdale • Hoboken which the organization applies. nity that we are there for everyone, enter into the agreement with the Montclair • Ridgewood • Saddle River • Tenafly “Definitely, we need financial sup- 24 hours a day, 365 days a year,” she county and that applications for the port,” Ms. Lutz said. She added, how- stated. grants will be filed later in the year. He Westfield Office: 436 South Avenue, Westfield, NJ 908.654.6666 ever, that the chapter also focuses Those interested in attending the said in previous years the Westfield strongly on community involvement, chapter’s annual meeting next Mon- Neighborhood Council and Westfield www.prominentproperties.com including training of volunteers and day are asked to call Corinna Senior Citizens Housing Corporation

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USPS 485200 Thursday, June 23, 2011 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 52nd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 25-2011 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SP Council Sets $1.1 M Capital; Reduces Cooper Road Speed By FRED T. ROSSI $24,000 will be used to fund drainage speed limit on Cooper Road from 35 Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times upgrades, specifically sewer installa- mph to 25 mph. Mrs. DePaola said SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- tions on Muir Terrace and Golf Street. police department data shows the ship council, at its regular meeting on The capital budget includes average speed on Cooper is about 41 Tuesday, unanimously passed an or- $275,000 for parks improvements to mph. She noted that the thorough- dinance to fund this year’s $1.1-mil- Kramer Manor Park, where lighting fare is a narrow street with 10 inter- lion capital budget that will be used will be upgraded and the basketball sections, all of which have limited for funding in four major areas. and tennis courts reconditioned. An- sight lines. Mayor Nancy Malool More than two-thirds, or $701,000, other $100,000 is earmarked for the added that the planning board fa- will be earmarked for various sched- acquisition of vehicles and other vored the reduction, especially with uled roadway improvements, accord- equipment, including thermal imag- the Ponderosa property near the cor- ing to Deputy Mayor Mary DePaola. ing cameras for the fire department, a ner of Cooper Road and Terrill Road These include the section of Raritan replacement vehicle for the engineer- being developed into a park and Road between Rahway Road and ing department and some upgrades in ballfields. With the increased traffic Clover Lane, the reconstruction of the audio system in the council cham- on Cooper Road that is expected to Katherine Street between Mountain bers. result from the new park, the mayor Avenue and Route 22 and improve- In other business, the council also said it was important to reduce the ments to Channing Avenue. Another passed an ordinance reducing the speed. The council also passed a resolution authorizing a shared-services agreement with Fanwood to mill and repave the Hetfield Avenue Bridge in cooperation with NJ Transit. The council was questioned by several residents about the lawsuits David Riggs for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times filed against the municipal govern- HATS OFF!...Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Class of 2006 students throw their caps at graduation on June 22, 2006. ment in connection with the recent The SP-F Class of 2011 graduated Wednesday night. See photos next week. designation of the Shackamaxon Country Club as an area in need of rehabilitation. Mayor Malool said there are two lawsuits pending, and SPF BOE Allocates $582K, that she expected them to be combined into one. Beyond that, she said she was unable to provide any further information given the active Recognizes Learning Projects litigation. By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL year’s total of $636,490. chores. He noted that $1,186 was Township Manager Chris Marion Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Evergreen School Principal Col- collected during a three-week time said the residential bulky waste col- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch leen Holbart announced that the frame this past spring. lection began on June 6 and would Plains-Fanwood Board of Education school’s Reading Buddies program Middle School projects from both Betsey Burgdorf for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times be completed in early July. He also (BOE) met last Thursday evening to was a success. In her presentation, Park and Terrill Middle Schools in- FIELD OF DREAMS…Construction of the park complex on the site of the former announced the summer concert se- Ponderosa Farm on Cooper Road in Scotch Plains has begun. The 23-acre property, hear updates from the schools on Ms. Holbart stated that the program cluded a job mentoring program owned by the county, will include two natural grass soccer fields, a paved driveway ries on the Alan Augustine Village their Service Learning Projects, as involved 145 students from the through the Union YMCA and a col- and parking lot, restroom building, toddler area and water spray park. Green will begin on Thursday, July well as conduct business for extended school’s first and fourth grades, where lection of school supplies for chil- 14, and will run on the following school year out-of-district place- Evergreen’s fourth graders share dren in Iraq and Afghanistan. two Thursday evenings. Entertain- ments. “comprehension strategies” with their After the presentations, board ment for children will precede each The board unanimously approved younger schoolmates. She concluded member David Gorbunoff stated that Red Cross Merger Aims night’s main act. 78 extended-school-year out-of-dis- that not only does it help students he was proud of the students’ achieve- Commenting on the Memorial Day trict placements. The 2011 total tu- academically, but also gives students ments during these projects, and said, parade and ceremonies three weeks ition for summer placements is a chance “to form strong bonds with “The projects are celebrating people To Boost Efficiency, Service ago, Councilman Kevin Glover said $581,957. This is down from last each other.” helping other people.” By PAUL J. PEYTON, Suzanne Lutz, who started on April “everyone had a great time” and McGinn School Principal Sasha Superintendent of Schools Marga- SUZETTE F. STALKER Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 18, replaces Nathan Rudy, who was thanked those involved in the plan- Slocum reported that her school’s ret Hayes thanked all of the schools’ WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ executive director of the Tri-County ning of the day’s events. Mayor Congratulations Garden Project started out as an ap- PTA presidents for all of their work Mountainside and Tri-County chapter. Maureen Kaufmann, who Malool also announced that residents plication for a Healthy Grow Grant in support of the district over the last American Red Cross chapters are had been director of the Westfield/ will soon receive a mailer regarding Class of 2011 from Union County. Ms. Slocum said year. She stated “our schools’ PTA now under one roof in Westfield, Mountainside chapter, has retired. the planned September 11 Memorial AREA – This week, students will after the school was notified that it organizations work so hard to ensure and under a newly hired executive Ms. Lutz emphasized that the com- being built with a section of steel don their caps and gowns and receive did not receive the grant; parents, success. I couldn’t be more proud of director. To be known as the Raritan munities that had been served by the from one of the World Trade Center their diplomas as area high schools teachers and students themselves our community. Thank you from the Valley chapter, the combined agen- two formerly separate chapters will towers. Donations are welcome, she hold commencement ceremonies. raised money to have a “Community bottom of my heart.” Board President cies will operate from the longtime not see a loss in response time as a said, with a candlelight ceremony Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Garden” at McGinn. She said the Trip Whitehouse said PTA leaders Westfield/Mountainside chapter result of the merger, since most vol- being planned to dedicate the memo- will graduate 362; Westfield High garden has produced cucumbers, let- “work tirelessly and their recogni- house on Elm Street. This merger is unteers respond from their homes rial on the 10th anniversary of the School will graduate 446, and Cranford tuce, carrots, peppers and mint, in- tion is not enough. I want to say part of a national regionalization of rather than Red Cross headquarters. attacks in September. High School will graduate 272. cluding chocolate mint. She noted ‘thank you’ on behalf of the board.” Red Cross chapters. “It (regionalization) really was to The council honored David Bryan Look for coverage and photos in that some of the vegetables have been The next BOE meeting is scheduled The Raritan Valley chapter in- create more efficiency,” Ms. Lutz told Sherman for achieving the rank of next week’s newspaper. used in the school’s lunches. for tonight, Thursday, June 23, at 7:30 cludes Clark, Cranford, Elizabeth, The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of Go Raiders School One Principal Jeff Grisko p.m. in the administrative offices at Fanwood, Garwood, Hillside, during a visit last Thursday to the America. said his school’s project was to col- Evergreen School on Evergreen Av- Kenilworth, Linden, Mountainside, newspaper’s offices. She described lect money for the “Feed the Chil- enue and Cedar Street in Scotch Plains. Plainfield, Rahway, Roselle, Roselle the merger as “an opportunity to cre- dren” organization. He said the money There are no meetings scheduled Park, Scotch Plains, Union, ate a consolidation of volunteers, re- WF Ciarrocca Named For was collected by students doing for July. Westfield and Winfield from Union sources and staff.” County; Dunellen, Edison and South Ms. Lutz also noted that, since “we Plainfield from Middlesex County have a larger staff, we can do more Judgeship, Drops Reelection and Green Brook, North Plainfield, outreach.” The Raritan Valley chap- By LAUREN S. BARR Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, who Warren and Watchung from ter will have a staff of 10, comple- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times also serves as Westfield Republican Somerset County. mented by its contingent of volun- WESTFIELD – Immediately pre- Committee chairman, said, “Gover- The Plainfield office where the Tri- teers. ceding Tuesday night’s Westfield nor Christie has made a terrific nomi- County chapter had been based was The chapter will continue to fol- Town Council meeting, nation” and he expressed closed and merged into the Westfield low the Red Cross mantra of respond- Third Ward Councilman his gratitude for Council- office. New Executive Director CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Mark Ciarrocca an- man Ciarrocca’s service nounced that he will be to Westfield. He said the dropping his bid for re- committee would be dis- election this November cussing who would re- due to his nomination by place him on the Novem- Governor Chris Christie ber ballot, but said who- to be a Superior Court ever it is will have to be judge. someone who “works re- While the governor’s ally hard” and “someone nomination was made who would win the republic on Tuesday, Coun- Mark Ciarrocca spect of the ward.” cilman Ciarrocca’s ap- The Third Ward coun- Betsey Burgdorf for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times pointment to the bench hinges on a cil seat will be a three-way race in PERENNIAL SUCCESS…On June 16, Williams Nursery in Westfield was hearing before the State Senate Judi- November between Democrat Matt visited by approximately 100 garden center owners and managers from all over ciary Committee and confirmation Sontz, Independent Greg Kasko and the United States. Williams Nursery was selected, along with 14 other garden by the full Senate. During this pro- the Republican choice for their nomi- stores in the state of New Jersey, to be included on the tour. New Jersey Secretary cess he will continue to serve out his nee to replace Mr. Ciarrocca. of Agriculture Doug Fisher was on hand and congratulated Dave Williams, owner term on council, which expires in Other Union County residents nomi- of the nursery, on being chosen to represent the state. January. nated to the Superior Court by the “I’m really honored by the nomi- Governor are Kenilworth Mayor Kathi PAGE INDEX nation,” Councilman Ciarrocca said. Fiamingo and Regina Caulfield of Ber- Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 17-18 Horace R. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times He added that, “I just don’t think it keley Heights, a trial supervisor in the would be fair to the voters of the Union County Prosecutor’s Office. Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 MERGE…Suzanne Lutz, center, executive director of the new Raritan Valley Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 10-17 chapter of the American Red Cross, created by merging the former Westfield/ Third Ward” to remain on the ballot State Superior Court Judge Frederic Mountainside and Tri-County chapters, discusses the new chapter with TheScotch given the “uncertainty of the nomina- Kessler of Cranford was re-nomi- Community ... 6-8 Classifieds .... 17 Plains-Fanwood Times editors Paul Peyton and Suzette Stalker. tion process.” nated by the Governor. Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20

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856 Mountain Avenue, Mountainside, NJ Email us at: [email protected] Mountainside Enlists Planner To Help with COAH Strategy By MICHAEL J. POLLACK the way Mountainside looks,” he said. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The mayor said the hiring of Mr. MOUNTAINSIDE – Mountainside Chadwick is “just a first, necessary Mayor Paul Mirabelli announced that, step” to make sure that “the govern- during a recent meeting, the borough ing body is the one who shapes the passed a resolution contracting with way Mountainside is going to [look] an individual to help guide in the future, and not some outsider Mountainside through the next stage trying to come in and make us some- of affordable-housing requirements. thing we’re not. We’re going to take Mr. Mirabelli announced that the our time and make sure it’s done borough would bring in experienced right. We’re going to make sure we’re planner John Chadwick, IV to pro- the same type of community.” Photo courtesy of Lexi D. Barrett BEAR NECESSITY... A black bear was killed by police on Burnett Avenue in vide professional services for the The mayor also alluded to recent Union Township on Monday after it wandered too close to schools. planning board and the governing litigation involving affordable hous- body. ing. The borough successfully Photo courtesy of Gino Jannotti Westfield BOE Discusses Bullying The organization responsible for blocked low-income housing being CREW...Gino Jannotti of Garwood celebrates with the Dragon Boat University administering regulations, the New placed in Mountainside near Racing Champions after their victory at the annual Hong Kong Harbor event. Jersey Council on Affordable Hous- Lackland Self-Storage on Route 22. Policy Required for Next Year ing (COAH), is being phased out Councilman Glenn Mortimer ex- By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL too. after actions taken by Governor Chris plained to The Scotch Plains- RVSA Changes Policy Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Board members stated that working on Christie and the New Jersey Legisla- Fanwood Times that the borough’s WESTFIELD – Preparing for the up- these policies in the summer was hard ture. Due to this action, much of the contention with the housing had more coming school year, members of the because not everyone would be able to On Succession of Chairmen Westfield Board of Education (BOE) met meet due to summer schedules, but that affordable-housing requirements are to do with ingress and egress issues at up in the air at the moment. the site, not the nature of the housing. By WAYNE BAKER RVSA’s office administrator, stated Tuesday evening to discuss the new Ha- having an updated bullying policy in place Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times rassment Intimidation and Bullying (HIB) for September was a mandate from the COAH has recently attempted to In separate business, the council that as a result of the current policy, policy. A newly amended policy is re- state. pass its third-round regulations, which unanimously backed a resolution sup- RAHWAY – The Rahway Valley Rahway had not had a commissioner quired of all of New Jersey public schools. Board President Julia Walker said it have been “met with some opposi- porting Senate Bill S-2762, which Sewerage Authority’s (RVSA) Board chair the RVSA since Brian The new policy was discussed by a was especially difficult to work on the tion, and some of these regulations permits a municipality to pay com- of Commissioners last Thursday ap- O’Donnell served in 1996. separate policy committee even after the Code of Conduct during summer months have been [invalidated] by the courts,” mercial and industrial property-tax proved a new plan for succession of The newly adopted resolution re- two-hour BOE meeting was adjourned. because this policy needs input from the Mr. Mirabelli said. “[This] has caused refunds for tax years 2010 and 2011 chairman and vice-chairman of the quires that prior to serving in either It will be a revised version of an already community. a lot of turmoil as to what COAH’s over the three subsequent local bud- board. of these two leadership roles, a com- existing regulation. The 19-page policy Board member Mitchell Slater sug- defines harassment, intimidation and bul- gested that the board’s summer Facebook future role, if any, may be in planning get years. Departing Rahway Commissioner missioner must serve two years on lying as well as pupil expectations, ex- project be geared toward receiving input affordable housing.” The council honored the work of Paul Sefranka had introduced a reso- the board. It states that a commis- amples of consequences and bullying from the community on the Code of Con- Despite the uncertain status of newly minted Eagle Scout James lution to change the order of succes- sioner who does not meet the senior- reporting procedures. duct. COAH, the governing body has been Murdoch, Jr. James helped in repair- sion of chairs and vice-chairs from a ity standard be moved down to meet The policy notes that every report, The board agreed that because of the advised, according to the mayor, to ing cages at the Raptor Trust, a wild- system based on seniority of the com- the requirement. anonymous or otherwise, will be inves- mandate, the HIB policy needed to be treat affordable housing as a consti- bird rehabilitation center in missioners on the board, to one based The new rotation will see tigated. Westfield Superintendent of ready for a first reading for next week’s tutional obligation. “It’s not going to Millington. The mayor and council on a rotation. During discussion, Kenilworth’s commissioner, Richard Schools Margaret Dolan noted that, un- BOE meeting, but that the Code of Con- go away, even if COAH goes away,” also issued a resolution of congratu- James Murphy, Cranford’s commis- LoForte, serve as RVSA chairman in der the current policy, “all school em- duct would be worked on in the very the mayor said. lations to Deerfield School co-vale- sioner, said in the 11 years he has 2012, with Mountainside’s commis- ployees, volunteers or contracted ser- beginning of the school year. Board mem- vice providers having contact with stu- bers said they would like it to be given to Mr. Chadwick will now assist the dictorians Isha and Shree Mehrotra, been on the board, Rahway has had sioner, Rene Dierkes, serving as vice dents are obligated to report bullying, parents and students in the early fall. borough in formulating a plan to ful- who are twin sisters. six commissioners. Joanne Grimes, chair in 2012 and chair in 2013. harassment or intimidation practices if Board members all agreed that the fill the borough’s obligation. The Springfield’s Commissioner Stephen they are witnessed.” In addition, she new Code of Conduct would be a docu- governing body and the planning Eisenberg will fill the chairmanship stated, “Pupils, parents and visitors may ment that parents and students should be board “likely will consider” whether in 2014 and Rahway’s commissioner report on any act of intimidation or bul- reading. Board member Ann Cary added it is necessary, or appropriate, to re- Red Cross Consolidates will take over in 2015. The rotation lying anonymously, but formal action that she thought parents should also sign zone certain areas or properties in the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 will continue in subsequent years with for violations may not be taken solely on a paper for the school saying they have borough, the mayor said. The vast ing to disasters, providing victims rector of external affairs and govern- the RVSA commissioner from the basis of an anonymous report.” read and understand the policy. majority of Mountainside, barring Garwood, 2016; Westfield, 2017; During the discussion it was noted The next BOE meeting will be held with access to debit cards, shelter, ment relations for the Red Cross of that not only does an updated HIB policy Tuesday, June 28, at 7:30 p.m., where a certain properties on Route 22, is clothing, food and other necessities, Greater New York; his jurisdiction Cranford, 2018; Roselle Park, 2019; need to be crafted, but an updated stu- first reading of the HIB policy will be read. zoned for single-family dwellings. as well as crisis counseling, if needed. spans all five boroughs, all of Long Scotch Plains, 2020, and Woodbridge, dent Code of Conduct needs an update, A second reading will be done in August. “The last thing we want is to change “The Red Cross is doing what it is Island, Westchester and Greenwich, 2021. The rotation would then return best known for, what it does the best, Conn. to Clark’s commissioner. which is preparing the community “We’re a Red Cross family,” said Commissioners serve as vice-chair- for disasters and responding when Ms. Lutz, who continues to reside on man in the year prior to their chair- they do occur,” Ms. Lutz said. Staten Island with her husband and manship, so in effect, most commis- The new chapter has combined two young daughters, commuting to sioners will need to be on the board the boards of directors of the Tri- the Red Cross office in Westfield. for three years before serving as chair- County and Westfield/Mountainside “In a way, it was coming home,” man, officials said. Local Touch…Global Reach. chapters, for a current total of 20 said Ms. Lutz of her return to work- Allen Chin, Westfield’s commis- individuals. Ms. Lutz said three of- ing for the Red Cross. “I had to learn sioner, who currently serves as vice- ficers – a chairman, vice-chairman the [Westfield area] territory, but I chairman, was to have been chairman and secretary – will head up the new didn’t have to learn the Red Cross. in 2012, but now the town will not board. The officers will be installed For me, it’s been great. I love being hold that position until 2017. NOW OPEN back with the Red Cross.” Mr. Sefranka, Rahway’s commis- at the chapter’s annual meeting on Monday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ms. Lutz earned a Bachelor of Sci- sioner, has resigned from RVSA’s FOR Elm Street office. The public is in- ence degree in Political Science from board. He served for just over three vited to attend. The chapter board the College of Staten Island and her years on the board. also holds quarterly meetings, which MDY degree in diplomacy, with a In other business, the contract to BUSINESS are not open to the public. concentration in terrorism, from Nor- bring digester gas to the authority’s In addition to Ms. Lutz, key staff wich University in Vermont. She cur- boilers at its wastewater treatment facility was awarded to Spectraserv, SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP members include Office Manager rently is pursuing her doctorate in SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP Elsa Mejins and Fundraising Direc- public administration online from Inc. of South Kearney. Spectraserv’s OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM tor Corinna Krauskopf; the remain- Minneapolis-based Walden Univer- bid was the second lowest, but the der of the staff function in the areas of sity. low bid, submitted by BR Welding of disasters and health and safety. There An open house will be held from Howell, had contained an error. Fol- also is a volunteer coordinator for the June 27 through July 1 for the com- lowing the bid opening, BR requested chapter’s 250 to 300 volunteers. munity to come in and meet the staff, via letter to withdraw its bid, and this Classes in First Aid, babysitter train- learn about Red Cross programs and request was accepted. ing and CPR, among other courses, see what is involved in learning CPR. RVSA Executive Director James will continue to be offered to the Ms. Lutz said that while the Red Meehan estimated that it will take community. Ms. Lutz said the newly Cross is frequently associated with seven months to pay off the $384,500 980 RARITAN ROAD $659,000 1948 FARMINGDALE RD $629,000 merged chapter also is looking to large-scale disaster response, she also expense of the digester gas. A period Captivating Custom 3BR, 3 bath updated home on gorgeous property Expanded 5BR, 2.5 bth Cape on acre lot features huge Kitchen with expand its course offerings. wants the public to be aware that the of up to two years had been discussed with Inground pool. Gourmet Kitchen, Lg Family Rm with fpl & pizza granite countertops & breakfast bar, Lg Fam Rm w/sliders to patio, The Raritan Valley Chapter is part loss of even a one-family home is just previously, but since the cogenera- oven, Formal DR, Formal LR, part fin bsmt w/wet bar, 3 car garage. FDR, part fin bsmt w/Rec Rm & Exercise Rm, 2 car attach gar w/loft. of the American Red Cross Central as devastating for the family that no tion plant will not be operated, Mr. Dir: Raritan Rd opposite Orchard Dir: Raritan to Lake or Chapel to Framingdale New Jersey Region, which also in- longer has a roof over its head, and Meehan said the shorter payoff pe- WESTFIELD cludes the Central New Jersey, Greater equally in need of the agency’s ser- riod would apply. WESTFIELD The commissioners approved a la- OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM Somerset County, Burlington County vices and community support. “We and Camden County chapters. The need to educate the community that bor contract June 7 with the United regional office is based out of we are there for everyone, 24 hours a Steel Workers. The agreement gives Princeton. day, 365 days a year,” she stated. RVSA’s unionized workers a 2-per- Ms. Lutz said she would be pre- Those interested in attending the cent-across- the-board increase and sented with her budget for the new chapter’s annual meeting next Mon- covers a three-year period. The state’s Fiscal Year, which begins July 1, within day are asked to call Corinna Public Employment Relations Com- the next few weeks by the Princeton Krauskopf at (908) 232-7090. mittee (PERC) must now approve the office. She said there is an expense contract. Mr. Sefranka congratulated budget as well as a revenue side, the all involved in the negotiations and 624 CARLETON ROAD $879,900 612 ELM STREET $875,000 described the contract as a “win-win” Turn of the Century Victorian Colonial lovingly maintained features LR Charming 5BR Col with rocking chair porch and 2 car detached gar. latter of which she is charged with raising. While the chapter will con- situation. w/fpl, FDR, lg eat-in updated kitchen, Fam Rm opens to deck, beautifully Updated Eat In Kit w/lg dining area, SS Viking applncs, granite counters A budget pool also was approved landscaped yard, 1car det gar. Walking distance to NYC trans, shops. & butler pantry LRw/fpl, FDR. 5th BR on 3rd flr feats priv sitting porch. tinue its two major annual benefits – a Dir: Central-Park, L on Carleton or So.Ave to Blvd, L on Park, R on Carleton Dir: East Dudley to Elm Street gala and a golf outing – Ms. Lutz said to provide non-union workers with she believes the chapter’s most effec- raises based on performance. These WESTFIELD WESTFIELD tive fund-raising tools are individual raises, which might be retroactive to OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM OPEN HOUSE SUN 6/26 • 1-4PM gifts, corporate sponsorship/work- January 1, 2011, are to range from 0 place giving and various grants for to 3.5 percent, based on performance which the organization applies. reviews. The pool is controlled by “Definitely, we need financial sup- Mr. Meehan and is approximately port,” Ms. Lutz said. She added, how- $40,000. ever, that the chapter also focuses strongly on community involvement, including training of volunteers and participation in local blood drives. 834 VILLAGE GREEN $799,000 712 COLEMAN PLACE $619,000 Ms. Lutz said blood drives will con- Exceptional 4BR 2bth New England Cape completely renov ated in the Nicely updated Colonial w/3BRs, 2 full baths. Formal Living Rm/wood- tinue to be held in the area, noting last year. Beaut new Kitchen w/ high end applcs, LR,DR, Fam Rm, burning fpl, FDR, updated Eat-In Kitchen, screened in 3 season porch that, statewide, there is only a two- 1 car att gar, c/a, new paver stone patio. Located next to Tamaques Park. w/jalousied windows, one car attached garage set on a lovely property. day average standing supply of blood Dir: Willow Grove to Dickson to Village Green Dir: W. Dudley to Coleman available, when five- to seven-day supplies is the level needed to safely Serving Northern New Jersey with Offices Located In: respond to emergencies. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., Ms. Alpine • Fort Lee • Franklin Lakes • Hillsdale • Hoboken Lutz formerly was a director on Staten Montclair • Ridgewood • Saddle River • Tenafly Island for the Red Cross of Greater New York, after which she took a job Westfield Office: 436 South Avenue, Westfield, NJ 908.654.6666 doing disaster planning for a bank, before deciding to resume her career www.prominentproperties.com with the Red Cross. Her husband,

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Scheininger of Westfield, president Mr. Scheininger served as chair- running at its anticipated call volume “Hospital closings and budget cuts of a Linden manufacturing firm and man of the State Chamber’s Platform since it began operating on June 1. have strained local resources, result- an active proponent of the New Jer- for Progress Health Care Coalition, The new service is a one-year pilot ing in longer response times. This sey Chamber of Commerce for more and was instrumental in the develop- project initiated by the freeholder situation cannot be sustained without than a decade, was named chairman ment of the State Chamber’s position board. The project was developed in putting the health and safety of Union of its Board of Directors of the New on federal health care reform. response to mayors and other local County residents at risk,” Freeholder Jersey Chamber of Commerce on He was selected along with 125 officials who expressed an over- Linda Carter said. “We hope that the June 15. others from across the nation to par- whelming need for additional EMS county EMS pilot project leads to an Mr. Scheininger, ticipate in the service in Union County. effective long-term solution.” president of health care re- “When we asked local governments The pilot project was developed Flexline/U.S. Brass form discussion how the county could help them pro- with input from local governments. and Copper Corpo- with President vide vital services more efficiently, Based on their needs, Union County ration, which Barack Obama at they said EMS was a top priority,” public safety officials anticipated that makes industrial the White House Freeholder Chairwoman Deborah the service would respond to about hose products and which aired on Scanlon said. “We communicated four to five calls daily after an initial employs 20 work- ABC’s closely with local officials so they startup period of several weeks. NEW EMS SERVICE…Union County’s new Emergency Medical Services, a ers, has been a “Primetime” knew exactly when county EMS was The program has already ap- backup to Union County municipalities, began responding to 9-1-1 calls on June member of the state (Questions for the ready to roll, and it’s gratifying to see proached that mark. In its first five 1. Pictured, from left to right, are: Tom Soban, Union County Emergency Medical Chamber’s Board President: Pre- the program get off to such a fast days of operation, county EMS re- Technician; Andrew Moran, Union County public safety director; Kevin Moran of Directors since scription for start.” sponded to a total of 18 calls for (no relation to Andrew, seated in truck), a Union County Emergency Medical June 1999. He America) in June The countywide EMS pilot project service by nine municipalities: Clark, Technician; Union County Freeholder Linda Carter; Christopher Scaturo, served the past two 2009. He ap- is designed to provide assistance to Cranford, Elizabeth, Fanwood, Lin- director of the Division of Emergency Management and EMS coordinator. The years as the peared on the municipalities when local crews are den, Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Spring- EMS garage is located at the Froehlich Public Safety building in Westfield. Chamber’s first PBS show “Cau- unavailable. It consists of one ambu- field and Union. As of June 9, there vice-chairman. cus: New Jersey” lance and crew based at the county’s were 29 calls and an additional mu- He takes the as part of a panel Public Safety Building in Westfield. nicipality, Hillside, used the service. Westfield BOA Warns of reins of the board to examine the The service will operate from 6:30 The need for a countywide backup as the Chamber is factors that con- a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through EMS system has become clear over the celebrating its cen- Jeffrey Scheininger tribute to the steep past several years, officials said. In the Summer Health Issues tennial anniver- increases in the County Pools Open for past, local dispatchers could rely on WESTFIELD — The Westfield inspection. Any resident who has ques- sary. “I am humbled to become the cost of health care, and explore ways other municipalities for mutual aid. As Board of Health discussed its con- tions or concerns regarding these or chairman of an organization that has to control them. And he testified on Summer Swimming municipal resources have dwindled, cerns about health issues during the other environmental health issues can existed and flourished for 100 years,” health care matters at the State House. AREA — The Union County Depart- however, this system has frayed. Dis- summer at its June 6 meeting. call Ken Pincus, the principal regis- Mr. Scheininger said. “The Cham- Prior to that, Mr. Scheininger was ment of Parks and Community Renewal patchers are finding it more difficult to A few of these health concerns tered environmental health specialist, ber does vital work and I feel fortu- presented the New Jersey Chamber has announced the opening of the send their crews out of town when their include: foodborne illnesses, so at (908) 789-4070, extension 4072. nate to be an integral part of its of Commerce Business Advocate county’s two public swimming pools. own residents may be in need. people should wash hands and sur- The board also continued its discus- efforts.” Award in 2007 for his grassroots ef- The Walter E. Ulrich Memorial Pool Startup expenses for the pilot faces often, separate foods and not sion of state-mandated animal control “As we continue to emerge from a forts to help keep the public abreast in Rahway River Park, off St. George’s project have been kept to a minimum. cross-contaminate, cook to proper services. The county’s recent attempt difficult economy, we need to re- of business issues. Avenue in Rahway, will be open for The Rahway Emergency Squad do- temperatures and refrigerate to develop an animal shelter has been member that small businesses pro- “We are fortunate to have an advo- the season from Saturday, June 25 nated two ambulances, and in ex- promptly; proper use of grills, fire delayed due to the inability to find a duce about 90 percent of all the jobs cate like Jeff,” said Thomas Bracken, through Labor Day, September 5. The change Union County bought and pits and outdoor stoves, to prevent state-approved location, so the ttown in New Jersey,” Mr. Scheininger said. president and chief executive officer John Russell Wheeler Memorial Pool installed communications equipment harmful fires and smoke exposure. will continue to pay over $80,000 per “And so I am looking forward to of the New Jersey State Chamber of in Wheeler Park in Linden, off West for the squad’s new ambulance. The In addition, the board warned resi- year for this contracted service. enhancing the Chamber’s work with Commerce. “He tirelessly communi- Stimpson Avenue and Route 1, will total cost to the county was $2,500, dents to be careful of Poison Ivy. Information about all of the and on behalf of the small busi- cates important legislative and regu- be open from Monday, June 27 compared to approximately $140,000 People should wear protective cloth- department’s activities is available at nesses community to help make New latory matters to chamber members through Friday, August 26. for a new ambulance. The second ing as needed. Sunburn and heat www.westfieldnj.gov/health. The Jersey stronger and more competi- and employees so they understand Group swimming lessons will be ambulance is needed as a backup stroke are also summer concerns. complete minutes of the June 6 meet- tive than ever. Our message is clear how the issues impact them and the held at Ulrich Pool beginning Tues- when the first needs repair or mainte- Detailed prevention guidance is avail- ing will be posted after review and – if New Jersey is to be successful, economy. He also garners support for day, July 5. Applications are avail- nance. able from the New Jersey Depart- approval at the Monday, July 11 meet- we must all work together, along pro-growth initiatives by personally able at either pool office for all ages, In addition to answering immedi- ment of Health at www.state.nj.us/ ing, which starts at 5 p.m. at the mu- with state government, to ensure that reaching out to stakeholders all over beginners through adults. Pre-regis- ate emergency calls, the countywide cgi-bin/dhss/njnewsline/ nicipal building on East Broad Street. everyone in New Jersey has a chance the state. We welcome him and con- tration is required and county resi- EMS is available as a standby pre- view_article.pl?id=3732. gratulate him.” dents are urged to register early. caution at fires and public events. To avoid attracting unwanted pests Union County Tea Party to Hold Mr. Scheininger and his wife, Classes are limited and are offered on When the pilot concludes, the pro- this summer, health officials urged Manette, have a son, Daniel, and a first-come, first-served basis. Open gram will be evaluated for overall residents to eliminate stagnant water Picnic Saturday, July 9 in Reservation daughter, Ava. He graduated from swim sessions for seniors and for effectiveness. Other county depart- and to not feed wild animals. MOUNTAINSIDE — The Union or directly by e-mailing Union College in Schenectady, N.Y, people with disabilities are held at ments can use the ambulances if the During the past month, the town’s County Tea Party (UCTP) will hold [email protected] or calling in 1978, and earned his Master of Ulrich Pool on Mondays from 6 to 8 program does not continue. environmental inspection service was their first annual picnic on Saturday, (908) 578-5005. Business Administration (MBA) de- p.m. and at Wheeler Pool on Wednes- The total estimated cost of the one- very active. Inspections were made July 9 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Seeley’s UCTP is a newly formed grass roots gree from Cornell University in days from noon to 1 p.m. Admission year pilot is $212,980, including staff- to 17 retail food establishments, 24 Pond in the Watchung Reservation in group of Union County residents dedi- 1980. to these special sessions is free. ing and one-time startup expenses. Spring Fling food vendors, four Farm- Mountainside. There is a $10 fee per cated to supporting the U.S. Constitu- The New Jersey State Chamber Regular pool hours are as follows: The actual cost is expected to be far ers’ Market vendors and four street individual or $30 for a family. Tick- tion and supports public policy that of Commerce has more than 1,200 Ulrich Pool, Monday and Wednes- lower, since insurance companies will fair vendors were inspected and all ets for the picnic can be purchased “adheres to the principles of personal member companies and associations day, 1 to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday be billed for services when appli- were satisfactory. Four public pools through Eventbright at responsibility, individual liberty, lim- representing 500,000 employees and and Friday, 1 to 6 p.m., and Saturday, cable. were also inspected and all passed unioncountyteapartynj.eventbrite.com/ ited government and free markets.” billions of dollars in annual revenue. Sunday and holidays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Russell Wheeler Pool, Mon- day, Wednesday and Friday, from 1 to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 1 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and July 4 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Proof of Union County residency is required. Medical breakthrough COLD LASER for daily admission. 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On Energy Costs for Solar Is Absurd Diction Deception Members of: Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce In your article about Union County However, when it comes to savings with four definitions – only one is correct. Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association beginning the installation of solar from installing solar panels, the cost The others are made up. Are you sharp Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey panels, you print that the “UCIA es- of providing lifetime health benefits enough to discern this deception of dic- P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 timates a 52 percent overall reduction to employees, being able to trade- tion? If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 in energy costs for the facilities par- mark their seal, not being able to cut ticipating in the program.” I interpret the Open Space tax, being able to raid guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 the Open Space trust fund, losing so vidual. If you get three – word expert. If this as meaning that a facility that was you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at paying $10,000 a month for electric- much money on Oak Ridge golf P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 free time! ity will be paying $4,800. This is course that it had to be closed, mak- All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. patently absurd and I suspected it ing money off of golf in 2010, ac- come from the board game Diction could only have originated from a counting for the cost of Musicfest, or Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman Deception. county press release. It did. any time the phrase “saving the tax- Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER payers money” is used in conjunc- Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo I would suggest that when a county 1. Anatine – Resembling a duck tion with a project shepherded by a 2. Crispin – A shoemaker COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION representative provides times for hay- rides or suggestions about when to coterie of suits that you consider the 3. Querl – To coil or wind round Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly 4. Traulism – A stammering EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS change the water in your birdbath source. you would be safe in trusting their John Bury SPRUIT information. Kenilworth 1. Gay; lighthearted SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe 2. A small stream or creek that is often One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 dry Let’s Make Sure Council Reps. Have 3. A small human forest denizen; an elf 4. A roof prop used in a coal mine PILUM Character And Aren’t Characters 1. A fur-lined gown High School Graduation: Long I recently read with interest Gre- In last week’s letter-to-the-editor, 2. A Turkish dish consisting of boiled gory Kasko’s decision to file and run Mr. Kasko states he believes that all rice, mutton or fish and spices as an Independent candidate for elected and appointed officials should 3. The paragraph symbol Westfield Town Council to represent be held accountable for their actions. 4. A heavy javelin used by the Roman Road Ends as New World Emerges Westfield’s 3rd Ward, the ward in Truth and transparency are paramount infantry which I reside (letter-to-the-editor, to maintain the trust of the voters. If MEED This week, our high school se- Westfield and Scotch Plains- 1. Reward or merit June 16, 2011). As a person who has Mr. Kasko truly believes this, then I 2. Withered or emaciated niors graduate – leaving the realm of Fanwood high schools. Enjoy and run for a council position in encourage him to release any reports 3. Grief, sorrow their childhood and emerging to a remember the moment. Please be Westfield’s 3rd Ward, I congratulate which may exist from the public dis- 4. A wedge whole new and exciting world. Indi- safe in your celebrations. Mr. Kasko. Westfield continually ciplinary hearing, which was reported RUMAL needs people of good character and in the Westfield Leader. In the spirit 1. A handkerchief vidually, they applied considerable Growing up is a continuous pro- skill to step forward and help govern of “transparency,” 3rd Ward voters 2. A small brook or rivulet effort, study and talent to achieve cess for people of all ages. Dear our town. I hope Mr. Kasko finds the deserve full disclosure of Mr. Kasko’s 3. In India, a peasant or tenant farmer this goal, and we congratulate them. graduates, always stay young as campaign trail as rewarding and ful- Town of Westfield employment and 4. A package in which pepper and Parents and teachers were their you continue to mature and reach filling as I found it to be two years disciplinary records. other dry products are imported partners in these achievements – the out to life. Many circumstances ago. As we return from what I hope was It is with this issue of character a good Father’s Day weekend for all See more letters on page 5 community participated too. Soon will surely present themselves. that I therefore find the need to ques- I can’t help but remember words my the students will realize they are no Grab them as you may. Make your tion whether this announcement is in dad gave me over four decades ago. longer high school students – a change that happens own paths too – and remem- the best interest for the Town of “Character and class are funny Letters to almost overnight. ber your roots and your Westfield. For those who do not re- things,” he said. “It can’t be bought, the Editor Most will enter college in a few months. As they friends at your hometown. member, Mr. Kasko failed to respond sold, worn or driven. You either have to a call to back up a fellow officer at it or you don’t.” Let’s make sure that RVSA Denies OPRA on arrange their dormitory quarters, many parents will For us, it’s a wonderful a motor-vehicle stop because he was our council representatives continue gaze in the rooms at their childhood homes – joyful thing to watch. sleeping in his patrol car at a local to be men and women of character Atty.-Client Privilege for the success of their sons and daughters, though cemetery (source: Westfield Leader, and not just additional illustrations of Editor’s Note: The following is an contemplating the silence for a moment. Go Raiders! June 1, 2006). As the brother and “characters” in politics. OPRA (Open Public Record Act) re- We congratulate the 2011 graduating classes of Go Blue Devils! nephew of a decorated police officer Tom Delaney quest from this newspaper made to and Jersey City detective, respec- Westfield the Rahway Valley Sewerage Author- tively, I find this extremely troubling. ity and the RVSA response. It makes us wonder, what are they hiding. A WF Should Implement Odd-Even decade ago, the RVSA had zero debt. Today, the public is burdened by over Youth Baseball Programs – Parking Near High School Like CF $200 million in debt from the RVSA (and this total along with legal fees Editor’s Note: The following was make leaf and snow removal easier. appears to be climbing). We also ques- Something Really Worthwhile sent to to Westfield Council members The town could do one side of the tion whether this response is in com- Jim Foerst and Keith Loughlin, Board street each day. It would also make pliance with the OPRA law. The roots of the Westfield Youth Baseball League In 2004, the death notice for former NJ Bell of Education member Ginny Leiz and streets wider for traffic. ***** Town Administrator Jim Gildea con- Each street is roughly one-third of From: Paul Peyton [e- (WBL) go deep. For over 45 years, the WBL has executive Walter Treut who died at the age of 88, cerning last Thursday’s traffic meet- a mile around WHS and should have offered programs for the youth of Westfield. From requested that donations in his memory be made to mailto:[email protected]] ing at Westfield High School. the same sign, equal burden sharing. Sent: Friday, June 17, 2011 2:04 the newspaper archives of 1997, it is noted that over the Westfield Baseball League - Mr. Treut had lived ***** This system could be implemented p.m. 1,000 boys and girls participated in programs of the in Westfield from 1950 to 1977 and coached in the Attached is a picture, which I took by September. To: [email protected] WBL. The participation has only grown since. Now, WBL, before retiring and residing in North Carolina in 2007, of the type of sign around Under this system, students would Subject: Re: OPRA Request Cranford High School. One side of not be required to purchase a permit, Attn. Joanne Grimes. Please ac- over 1,500 participate. for more than 25 years. John Fiorino, a Westfield the street gets an “odd numbered only the residents. Dads and moms remember fondly their firefighter, died suddenly in 1997 at the cept this e-mail as an OPRA request days” sign; the other side gets an Also, it should be noted that even if for copy of the letter to commission- own involvements with the WBL. Suc- age of 38. He was active in helping the “even numbered days” sign. spaces are made available behind the ers from RVSA counsel regarding cessful businessmen list their involvement youth of the community, and each year, a The rules are only in effect on Armory, all streets one-third of a mile third-party communications. It may as a coach or umpire as one of their more Westfield Baseball tournament is held in school days, so that on weekends and around WHS would eventually need also be referenced as a “guidance during the summer restrictions would some sort of parking restricting sign document.” memorable civic activities. In 2004, War- his memory. not apply. that would prevent students from ren Shea of Scotch Plains was named to the Not only are the roots deep for the Thank you for your consideration Resident households would need parking on the street and force them to this matter. board of Union Hospital – in his bio, it is Westfield Baseball League as offered by to buy a permit so that they could into the Armory lot. Students will park on either side of the street at still try to park on the street in order Paul Peyton, editor prominently listed that he was a coach and umpire in the above examples, the good that it does for our Westfield Leader/The Times the WBL. In 1999, when Bruce Elliot, formerly of youth today is immeasurable. The caring nature of anytime. Enforcement would be to avoid paying the Armory permit easier than two-hour restrictions, fee. ***** Westfield, was named manager of the Middletown our community guarantees that our youths prosper, which requires chalking of tires ev- Any spaces added to WHS grounds From: Joanne Grimes office for then Burgdorff Realtors, he also listed stay out of trouble and contribute to their communi- ery two hours on both sides of the along Rahway Avenue and in front of [email protected] being active in the WBL as a major activity. Viola ties in the future. The tradition has been here for over street. And with odd/even day sys- WHS should be used for teachers and To: Paul Peyton tem, police officers would only need staff. The rear of WHS should be [email protected] Ricciuti of Scotch Plains was a chef at the Arrow 45 years. Sent: Monday, June 20, 2011 10:14 Lounge. When she died at age 80 in 1999, donations We salute everyone in Westfield, Scotch Plains, to do drive by checks of one side on returned to student use. the street each day for permits. Thank you for your work together a.m. in her memory were requested to be made to the Cranford and elsewhere for putting together such An odd/even day system would and cooperation. Subject: Re: OPRA Request WBL. successful and worthwhile programs for our youth. make parking available on one side In response to your OPRA request Mike Nemeth received today [Monday, June 20], of the street for the postman, land- Westfield scapers and other service vehicles. please be advised that the document The odd/even day system would also you have requested is Attorney-Cli- ent Privilege correspondence, and as Thank Westfield Police and Mr. Haas such, will not be provided. Joanne Grimes For Having Branch Cut Over Sign RVSA Office Administrator I want to say thank you to the I contacted the WPD plus Mr. Haas, Raise The Price Of Gas Westfield Police Traffic Department the 3rd ward councilman, and within and David Haas for fixing a situation a day or two the branch was cut and And Eliminate All Tolls that I wrote The Westfield Leader the sign is now visible for drivers to I was unable to make a payment about. The letter was written to make see. Mr. Haas did this while on vaca- going through the Lincoln Tunnel all aware of the danger a tree branch tion. Great action on his part. Thank due to confusing signs. Upon con- was posing. That branch covered from you all for a job well done. cluding my business in NYC, I called view of drivers seeing that sign at the Richard Dobra the Port Authority and made contact corner of Carleton Road and Wash- Westfield with E-ZPass only to find out that I ington Street. have to wait for a violation to be sent to the owner of the car, which could Public Employees Should Be take 30 days. There should be a way to find out Incentivized to Utilize N.J. Facilities where I can send a check with my plate number and be done with this Editor’s Note: The following is a for use of in-state health care provid- thing. By doing this, the Port Author- statement issued by New Jersey Coun- ers by public employees. ity would get their money sooner and cil of Teaching Hospitals Chief Ex- We have excellent medical services avoids the risk of not being able to ecutive Officer, Dr. Richard Goldstein, and facilities in New Jersey and they read the license plate. a former commissioner of health dur- should be utilized, supported and The real solution is to raise the ing the administration of Governor encouraged wherever possible. Pres- price of gasoline nationwide and Thomas H. Kean. ently, the costs associated with out- eliminate all tolls, which means less ***** of-state health care and, in particular, pollution, less accidents, and fewer The New Jersey Council of Teach- tertiary care performed out-of-state, pensions, which we can’t already af- ing Hospitals supports the efforts of is extraordinarily high and ordinarily ford. the Governor and Legislature to pass not subject to reasonable reimburse- Does your State Senator or Assem- meaningful reform of the public em- ment agreements between health care blyman give a damn about this issue? ployees’ pensions and health benefits providers and insurance carriers. This You might find out. system. This measure is critical in leads to substantially higher health Joseph DuPont Your State Legislators order to help reduce the high cost of care costs for public employees, their medical care in New Jersey, includ- Towanda, PA ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, public employers and taxpayers. Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. ing the establishment of incentives New Jersey health-care providers IRS Advises Students 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. offer world-class health care services Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Union County Freeholders and public employees should be With a Summer Job (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. 10 Elizabethtown Plaza incentivized to utilize in-state care MOUNTAINSIDE – Many high Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. 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Council of Teaching Hospitals multiple summer jobs you will want Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] (908) 527-4419 Trenton to make sure all your employers are (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] [email protected] withholding an adequate amount of 7th Congressional District Deborah Scanlon, Bd. Chair To Reach Us taxes to cover your total income tax. Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 [email protected] E-Mail - [email protected] See IRS.gov for more information. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 23, 2011 Page 5 Who Are These Legislators Trying To Reprint Letters to the Editor June 24, 2010 Fool? - A Bill That Does Nothing The Enterprise The New Jersey pension system is employees when that’s all that’s left www.goleader.com/planet ‘Victory for Taxpayers’ – Pension “teetering on the brink of collapse” in the plan. By HORACE CORBIN according to State Senate President That is, if the plan would have had SAL CARUANA and PETER ECHAUSSE And Benefit Reform Legislation Stephen Sweeney in arguing for a bill $40 billion in 2014 without any Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Sen. Dawn Addiego (R-Medford): Murphy. The commission recommended that will do absolutely noth- changes (totaling what the par- Insurance Industry’s Predatory “Passage of today’s historic sweeping and fundamental ing to forestall that collapse ticipants had put into the plan legislation is a victory for tax- changes to the state’s pension as admitted in the Fiscal Im- and not yet received back) then Pricing is Prelude to ObamaCare payers who will no longer be system. We did nothing.” pact section at the end of that those additional contributions expected to fund unsustain- ***** bill summary: might raise the fund value to By SAL CARUANA How did he choose the lucky com- able public employee benefits In response to comments “According to testimony $41.5 billion, but that would Spiraling healthcare costs are putting pany to offer the A quote? Usually it was provided by the Department still amount to the total re- enormous pressure on budgets in the pub- the one that offered the highest commis- that they themselves do not made by an opponent of legis- lic and private sectors. As many insur- sion at the time. What is truly incredible receive in the private sector. lation reforming the pension of the Treasury to the Senate turnable contributions. ance companies try to push their profits is that some of our nation’s most presti- Public employees who care and benefits system compar- Budget and Appropriations Who are these legislators ahead of the negative impacts of gious insurers participated in this price- about our state and understand that ing the Governor and Legislative lead- Committee, increases in state and trying to fool? Don’t they understand ObamaCare, they are raising premiums fixing scheme. Some later said that since major reforms are necessary to save ers to Nazis, Sen. Robert Singer (R- local employee contributions to the the numbers? How can they believe through the roof in 2010 everywhere they they were occasionally asked for A the pension system have taken a real- Ocean): various state and local pension funds, there is a crisis and “failure to act is can. quotes and won the subsequent busi- istic view of the problem at hand and “As someone of the Jewish faith in accordance with the provisions of not an option” and then fail to act? Where they can is usually in places ness, they were afraid to refuse requests support the measure as well.” who lost family in the Holocaust, I the bill, will be $3.9 billion in the first Are they complete idiots? where the insurer or his broker succeeds for B quotes. ***** find comments made as part of 10 years and $120 billion over 30 As I write this, I have the debate in double-talking the company or mu- The brokers were smart in that they Senator Steve Oroho (R-24, Sparta): yesterday’s (June 16) demonstrations nicipality, arguing that the entire increase years....The Administration did not over the bill being held in the State rotated the business around, which kept “Since my first days in the Senate I comparing Governor Christie, Senate provide the committee with any in- Senate playing in the background on is justified because of the group’s poor the insurers interested and the scam alive. have been pushing to close a loophole President Sweeney, and Assembly “experience” (health) in 2009. When the fraud finally unraveled, both formation about the underlying as- New Jersey Network. The more I While a jump in the number of claims the brokers and insurance companies pled in our state’s pension system where Speaker Oliver to Adolf Hitler and the sumptions for its fiscal estimate.” listen, the clearer the answers: Tax- or a handful of new serious illnesses can the same brazen defense: It had been a elected officials may collect a pen- Nazis deeply offensive. There is sim- I figured the additional annual con- payers; No; Hypocrisy; Yes. certainly impact a small group’s costs, common industry practice for years, one sion, while continuing to receive a ply no excuse, none, for those com- tribution employees would be mak- A hundred billion dollars over 30 the national surge in premiums points to they claimed insurance regulators either salary in the same elected office from parisons to be made in legitimate po- ing would come to about $250 mil- years is too silly of a number to give any something else going on here: uneven accepted or chose to ignore. which they supposedly retired. I be- litical discourse. Yesterday’s com- lion and with creative use of com- credence to unless Weimar-style hy- predatory pricing by an industry trying to Millions were paid in fines by multiple lieve that on pension reform, we, as ments reflected poorly on both the pounding $3.9 billion is possible perinflation is assumed along the way. capitalize on the mass confusion created parties, and among those who did jail elected officials, must lead by example individual making them as well as the over 10 years. Since about $8 billion by the rancorous healthcare debate in time was a senior executive officer of the or we lack credibility.” organization he represented.” John Bury Washington. world’s largest insurance broker, Marsh is being paid out of the fund annually Kenilworth ***** ***** these days, and a spate of retirements The premium increase for my small and McLennan. Millions more were lost Senate Republican Leader Tom From the Governor ’s office: businesses, which had no experience by consumers, who were forced by their Kean, Jr. (R- Westfield): [June 15], Governor Chris Christie, is certain to come, those additional NJEA President Barbara Keshishian events in 2009, was 15 percent. Recently, broker’s duplicity to pay higher prices for “Today, the taxpayers won. The com- Senate President Stephen Sweeney (D- contributions will allow for a few (June 15) called for transparency in The Westfield Leader said “no thanks” to health insurance. more weeks of payments but will not the awarding of health insurance con- its insurer’s attempt to double the price. promise legislation passed by the Sen- Gloucester), Assembly Speaker Sheila Have compensation practices changed ate will save taxpayers well in excess Oliver (D-East Orange), Senate Minor- shave a day off of the drop-dead date tracts, and disclosure of broker fees: The Town of Westfield flatly refused to since the 2004 scandal? No. In fact, confi- of the plan. That’s because the addi- ...the June 16 hearing on legislation accept a 24-percent increase in 2010 from dentiality prohibits the buyer from finding of $100 billion over the long term and ity Leader Thomas Kean, Jr. (R- induce a near immediate reduction of Westfield) and Assembly Minority tional money will come from the being pushed by Senate President its insurer, Horizon, and negotiated it out from the insurance company what employees themselves and simply down to 15 percent for a considerable compensation their broker has earned on local property taxes.” Leader Alex DeCroce (R-Morris) jointly: Steve Sweeney and Governor Chris savings to the taxpayer. his or her business. In January 2005, I ***** “After months of serious discus- raise the amount of remaining assets Christie is “an insult to NJEA mem- Union County, on the other hand, has encouraged the Westfield Town Council Senator Joe Kyrillos (R- sions, we are pleased to announce that that will have to be returned to all bers, and an abuse of the public trust.” accepted a 34-percent increase ($11 mil- to successfully adopt a provision that re- Monmouth): we have reached agreement on legisla- lion ) in 2010 from its new health insurer, quires disclosure by the broker of commis- “Today’s vote is a historic landmark tion to reform our public pension and Cigna. A lengthy explanation from the sions earned as a condition of the relation- event for New Jersey and America. It health benefits systems in New Jersey. LAW OFFICES OF county’s broker, Brown and Brown, was ship. Is Brown and Brown’s commission is a bi-partisan model for the country. “The legislation to be considered to- published in this newspaper on May 27. from Cigna on the $45-million transaction And because our state’s pension and morrow (June 16) by the Senate Budget ROBERT G. STAHL, LLC Last year, claims totaled $7 million more public knowledge? If not, would they mind than premiums paid, and Union County’s employee health insurance system is Committee and Monday by the Assem- telling us? How does the county select its so broken, we also have no choice.” bly Budget Committee protects taxpay- healthcare costs in 2010 will be now insurance broker? almost $45 million, just under 10 percent Political corruption always follows the ***** ers, saves the public pension system for of its total budget. money. An on-going risk in New Jersey is Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-Morris): current and future retirees, and enhances In the insurance process, there is an that greedy politicians will tap eager bro- “Every one acknowledges that the fairness and choice in our health benefits enormous conflict of interest that sur- kers and their huge commission honey state pension system is in serious fi- system. We all fully support this legisla- rounds independent insurance brokers. pots for a showing of appreciation. Maybe nancial trouble. In 2005, then Gover- tion and will work together to assure its While they ostensibly represent the buy- it’s a meal and limo, Giants tickets, a nor Codey ordered a study on the passage by both houses of the Legisla- ers, the sellers – the insurance companies donation to one’s favorite charity or PAC, viability of the state’s pension system ture and enactment into law no later than – pay the brokers. So, to whom does the a job for a nephew or perhaps an all- by a task force headed by Philip June 30, 2011.” broker owe his loyalty when he is shop- expenses-paid trip to an “insurance con- ping for insurance? Put another way, if ference” in Atlantic City or Hawaii — or there was one seat left in the lifeboat, who maybe something worse. would the broker pull from the sea? Recently, the FBI asked for the insur- Criminal Defense Maybe neither, as we found out in a ance records of more than 30 New Jersey national scandal in 2004 that rocked the municipalities and school boards, and my health insurance industry. It was called suspicion is that we are on the brink of yet Robert G. Stahl, Certified Criminal Trial Attorney “throwing the quote.” In e-mails and another major broker fraud, this time at phone conversations, brokers from na- taxpayer expense. White Collar Criminal Defense tional firms were caught asking leading Few who understand this business are insurance companies for written “A surprised. A relationship founded on such www.uniquecruiseandtravel.com DWI & Municipal Court quotes” and “B quotes” for specific cli- an inherent conflict of interest can easily ents. An A quote meant their best price, become vulnerable to other moral haz- Carol Bevere Kearney• Proprietor 220 St. Paul Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 while a B quote was understood to mean ards, and to individuals who would seek 207 CENTER STREET, GARWOOD 908-301-9001 www.stahlesq.com more expensive than usual and by all to take personal advantage of the fog. means non-competitive. The broker Until we create policies that align broker 908-789-3303 would then present the unwitting client compensation with the public interest with a handful of B quotes and one A and make the process more transparent, quote, which he knew would win the the system and cost differentials will be See it all on the web in color . . . business. legitimate sources of concern. www.goleader.com Want to return to active, Great rates. FDIC insured. pain-free living? Did we mention great rates? Look to the Joint Center at RWJ Rahway for expert care. 12-month CD 1.3 0 GET BETTER. STAY BETTER. for balances of $25,000 or more Get back in the action, with the help of a dedicated team METLIFE BANK CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT WITH:

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PUBLICATION Master Gardeners Receive POLICE BLOTTER Westfield Rotary Grant WESTFIELD – The Rotary Club Reservation in Mountainside.” Westfield 35, of Plainfield was arrested on an of Westfield recently awarded 42 Ms. Karns emphasized that, “all Tuesday, June 14, the theft of a mir- active warrant out of Newark after a Community Service Grants to local fresh Sharing Garden produce is do- ror from a motor vehicle was reported motor vehicle stop at Terrill Road and organizations and Rotary District nated to local food pantries and soup on the 1100 block of West South Av- Cray Terrace. He was processed, posted projects. Among these was a grant of kitchens in Union County.” enue. The value of the theft was $200. bail and released. $500 to the Rutgers Master Garden- On May 24, Ms. Karns and Union Wednesday, June 15, Glinda Jones, Thursday, June 16, an individual re- ers of Union County (RMGUC). County Agricultural Agent Madeline 43, of Plainfield was arrested at South ported his locked bicycle, valued at “RMGUC and Rotary Club share Avenue and Cacciola Place on an ac- approximately $450, was stolen from DiNardo gave a presentation on the tive Westfield warrant in the amount of the south-side train station. similar community service goals,” Master Gardener program at a Ro- $114. She was processed and released Friday, June 17, Joe Piverger, 24, of said Master Gardener T.J. Karns, tary Club luncheon in Westfield, af- on bail. Union was arrested on active warrants RMGUC’s grant applications writer, ter being invited by Rotary Club of Wednesday, June 15, Trinessa Smith, out of Passaic and Union after a motor who received notification of the award Westfield Grants Chairwoman 20, of Westfield was arrested at Clover vehicle stop on the 100 block of South in May. “Both groups have longevity Darielle Walsh. Street near Reese Place on an active Avenue. He was processed, posted bail in the Westfield area, and both com- Chartered in 1921, the Rotary Club East Orange warrant in the amount of and released. prise volunteers who work diligently of Westfield is a service organization $250. She was processed and released Saturday, June 18, Debra Roscoe, every year to bring their services to comprised of business and profes- on her own recognizance. 20, of Plainfield was arrested on an the Westfield community and to Wednesday, June 15, a Westfield resi- active warrant out of Fanwood after a sional women and men who live or SIDE BY SIDE IN SERVICE…Union County Agricultural Agent Madeline dent reported the theft of a silver-col- motor vehicle stop at South Avenue Union County at large.” work in or near Westfield. The club DiNardo, second from right, and Union County Master Gardener T.J. Karns, ored, women’s style, Schwinn bicycle and Shady Lane. She was processed, Founded in 1989, RMGUC gives meets for lunch weekly on Tuesdays second from left, were guest speakers May 24 at a Rotary Club of Westfield from the south-side Westfield train sta- posted bail and released. scholarships, works with adults and at 12:15 p.m. at the Westfield Area luncheon. They were hosted by Rotary President Ray Kostyack, right, and tion. It had been secured to the bicycle Scotch Plains children with disabilities and donates “Y,” located at 220 Clark Street in Program Chairman Mike Miller, left. In May, the Master Gardeners of Union rack at approximately 6 a.m. on June 14 Monday, June 13, a resident of Moun- garden-grown food and flowers to Westfield. For more information, call County received a $500 grant from Rotary to purchase organic fertilizer and and was discovered missing at approxi- tain Avenue reported that she had re- local food pantries and cancer care (908) 232-3306 or visit garden tools for its Community Sharing Garden in the Watchung Reservation in mately 7 p.m. that evening. The ap- ceived a call concerning a relative that centers. Its sole fundraiser is the an- westfieldrotary.com. Mountainside. proximate value of the bicycle is $225. was in trouble and that she should send nual Spring Fair and Plant Sale, held The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Wednesday, June 15, a Westfield resi- money to help. According to police, the in the Watchung Reservation on the dent reported the theft of a Giant Cy- victim sent approximately $300 in cash Union County have Demonstration press bicycle, valued at $300, which and the call turned out to be a hoax. Sunday after Mother’s Day. Gardens in the Watchung Reserva- Library Announces Adult, had been secured at the south-side Tuesday, June 14, a resident of “We very much appreciate this gen- tion next to the Trailside Nature and Westfield train station. Algonquin Drive reported that, some- erous grant award from Rotary,” said Science Center in Mountainside. Thursday, June 16, Alyssa Agront, time overnight, someone damaged his Ms. Karns. “We’ll use the grant to RMGUC is headquartered at 300 Intergenerational Activities 23, of Clark was arrested during a traf- motor vehicle, which was parked in purchase much needed organic fertil- North Avenue in Westfield. For more SCOTCH PLAINS – “Novel Des- Thursday, July 7, Scotch Plains and fic stop on North Avenue near East front of his house. izer and new gardening tools for our information on the Master Gardener tinations” will be the theme this sum- Fanwood cardholders of all ages are Broad Street on an outstanding Beach Wednesday, June 15, a resident of flagship Community Sharing Gar- program, call Lynne Orlofsky at (908) Haven criminal warrant in the amount Plainfield Avenue reported that a co- mer for the Scotch Plains Public invited to participate in “Percussion of $500. She was transported to worker yelled insults and obscenities at den, a 30-foot-by-75-foot vegetable 654-9854 or visit mastergardeners- Library’s intergenerational and adult from the Old Mali Empire,” with garden we cultivate in the Watchung Westfield police headquarters, pro- him after the two got into a disagree- uc.org. programs, offered through the gener- musician and educator Mansa Mussa. cessed and released after posting bail. ment. osity of the Friends of the Scotch On Monday, August 8, all mem- Thursday, June 16, a Westfield resi- Thursday, June 16, Lamont Stapleton, The Family Law Department of Plains Library. The library is located bers of the community are invited to dent reported the theft of a Schwinn 22, of Rahway was arrested on an out- at 1927 Bartle Avenue. a performance of Latin Guitar by the mountain bicycle, black in color and standing $285 Clark warrant after a Dughi & Hewit Presents To kick off the summer season, Yas Cortes Duo, and the following valued at $280, from the south-side motor vehicle stop on Terrill Road. He Connie Pinkowski will give a Digital Monday, August 15, the Woodland Westfield train station. The bicycle had was transported to police headquarters, been secured at 5:45 a.m., and when the processed and released. Vacation Photography talk and work- String Ensemble will return for its owner returned at 6:30 p.m., he realized Friday, June 17, Santos LaSalle, 36, shop on Monday, June 27, at 7 p.m. annual concert. Both events will be- the bicycle and the lock were missing. of Newark was arrested on an outstand- Participants should bring their cam- gin at 7 p.m. Friday, June 17, Marcquese Paisley, ing $450 warrant issued by the Jersey era and manual if they are seeking Oscar-winning foreign films will 18, of Edison was arrested and charged City Court after a motor vehicle stop on hands-on advice about their own pho- be shown every Saturday at 11 a.m. with receiving stolen property follow- Route 22. He was transported to police tography situations. Additionally, food events will be held ing an investigation. Paisley was lo- headquarters, processed and released. Librarian Robin Stayvas will lead an throughout the summer. cated near Terminal Avenue in Clark Friday, June 17, a resident of Lake Adult Book Club on Wednesday, Au- Registration for most programs is after allegedly abandoning a stolen 2011 Avenue reported that, sometime over- gust 3, at 6:30 p.m. The book will be ongoing – the exception being “Per- Toyota Tacoma on Wyoming Street in night, someone removed a decorative Westfield. He also was charged with a sign from the front of her house. David Liss’ “The Coffee Trader.” Cop- cussion from the Old Mali Empire,” Westfield warrant in the amount of Friday, June 17, an East Second Street ies for borrowing will be made avail- an intergenerational program which $1,500. Paisley was unable to post the business owner reported that, some- able to Scotch Plains and Fanwood will have limited sign-up beginning total $9,000 bail and was committed to time overnight, someone broke the cardholders beginning Tuesday, July 5. June 27. Descriptions, details and a the Union County jail. windshield on his motor vehicle, which There also will be plenty of music flyer can be found on the library Friday, June 17, a ceramic statue of a was parked in front of his house. on tap this summer. At 7 p.m. on website: scotlib.org/sppl/events/. horse was reported stolen from the front Saturday, June 18, a resident of lawn of a residence on the 500 block of Hetfield Avenue reported that, some- Carleton Road. The incident occurred time overnight, someone stole the rims between 11 a.m. on June 15 and 12:30 from his motor vehicle, which was Author Florence Wetzel p.m. on June 17. The approximate value parked in the driveway. of the statue is $100. Saturday, June 18, Anthony Lymon, Friday, June 17, police received a 23, of Irvington was arrested on an Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq., Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair), Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. and Andrew J. Economos, Esq. Jazzes Up New Mystery report that a residence on the 400 block outstanding $289 warrant issued by the of Linden Avenue was burglarized Scotch Plains Court after a motor ve- 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates DENVER, Colo. – It’s murder, not though they just met for the first time, sometime between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. hicle stop on Route 22. He was trans- music, that takes center stage in Flo- Betty, who is dying of cancer, en- that day. Entry was gained through a ported to police headquarters, processed rence Wetzel’s recently published trusts Virginia with two secrets. first-floor window. Four gold and dia- and released. All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce novel, “Dashiki,” a murder mystery The one that most concerns Vir- mond rings, valued at approximately Sunday, June 19, Jose Ortiz, 33, of including custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of that exposes a side of the jazz world ginia is the existence of a shoebox of $20,000, were removed from the pre- Hazlet was arrested on an outstanding assets, alimony, child support, college costs, prenuptial rarely seen. cassette tapes of the legendary 1957 mises. no-bail warrant issued by the Union Jazz enthusiasts will recognize the Thelonious Monk-John Coltrane per- Saturday, June 18, a business on the County Court after a motor vehicle stop agreements, mediation, domestic violence, palimony, post- 300 block of South Avenue, East, re- on Raritan Road. He was transported to divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions names of many jazz greats sprinkled formance at the Five Spot, stolen from Coltrane by Betty’s boyfriend, ported a shoplifting. Video surveillance police headquarters, processed and re- throughout the story; however, it is revealed a suspect removing approxi- leased. Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference Florence Wetzel’s strong fictitious trumpeter Shinwell Johnson. Betty’s mately $143.96 worth of merchandise Mountainside characters that make this book memo- last wish is to have the tapes returned from the store without paying for it. Tuesday, June 14, Oscar A. Naranjo, Dughi & Hewit, P.C. rable. to their rightful owners, and Virginia The suspect is described as a white 31, of Cranford was arrested following As “Dashiki” unfolds, we learn promises to help her do so. But be- female in her mid-30s, 5 feet, 6 inches a motor vehicle stop on Route 22 and 340 North Avenue Cranford, NJ 07016 that jazz journalist Virginia Farrell is fore Virginia can help, Betty is mur- to 5 feet, 10 inches tall, approximately charged with possession of a controlled (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com one of the last people to see the reclu- dered and the tapes disappear. 150 pounds, with curly, blonde, shoul- dangerous substance (CDS). He was sive singer Betty Brown alive. Al- Not wanting to leave the investiga- der-length hair. transported to police headquarters, pro- tion to the Hoboken Police Depart- Sunday, June 19, Jabnel V. Bedoya- cessed and released. ment, mainly one Detective Robert Torres, 21, of Manville and Eswer Tuesday, June 14, Walter J. Klemens, Paredes, 21, of Plainfield were arrested 50, of Lake Hiawatha was arrested by PUBLIC NOTICE Smith, Virginia and her beautiful on South Avenue near Center Street in the Union Township Police Department roommate, Socks, do some sleuthing Garwood. Each was charged with pos- and transported to Westfield police FRESHWATER WETLANDS PROTECTION ACT PERMIT OR APPROVAL on their own. session of cocaine. Additionally, headquarters for a warrant in the amount Ms. Wetzel’s dynamic character- Bedoya-Torres was issued a summons of $1,160. He was processed and turned ization, powerful dialogue and ten- for racing down South Avenue in over to the Union County jail for failure Westfield and driving with a suspended to post bail. Date: June 16, 2011 sion-filled plot carry the reader through the five-day investigation. The con- license, according to police. He was Wednesday, June 15, a resident of released on his own recognizance. South Fork Road reported that his Applicant: Public Service Electric and Gas Company clusion to this whodunit is surprising and satisfactory. There is even a bonus Paredes posted $2,500 bail. neighbor’s dog bit his finger after he Fanwood pointed at the dog to leave his property. Regarding: North Central Reliability Project in the hint of a romance between Vir- Thursday, June 2, a resident of the According to police, the dog owner ginia and Detective Smith. 200 block of South Avenue reported a stated that the dog has never showed Municipalities: West Orange Township, Livingston Township, Roseland Borough, Florham Park Ms. Wetzel calls the book a mix of theft of prescription medication from aggression toward anyone before. Township, Chatham Borough, Chatham Township, New Providence Borough, Berkeley fact and fiction. “It’s true that the Five his residence. According to police, it is Friday, June 17, a resident came into Spot tapes were made, but not true that unknown how the suspect entered the police headquarters to report that some- Heights Township, Watchung Borough, Scotch Plains Township, Fanwood Borough, home, and the incident is being investi- one opened a fraudulent Paypal account Clark Township, Edison Township, Metuchen Borough, and Woodbridge Township anyone found them,” she said. Raised in Westfield, Ms. Wetzel gated. in her name and made $1,714 worth of Monday, June 6, James McCann, 54, purchases on Ebay without her authoriza- Counties: Essex, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset and Union Counties also has lived in Hoboken and upstate New York – the two settings of of Fanwood was arrested and charged tion. According to police, the victim also with driving while intoxicated (DWI) reported that a fraudulent charge was TAKE NOTICE that the above entity is applying to the Division of Land Use Regulation at the New Jersey “Dashiki.” She presently resides in following a report of a hit-and-run acci- made on her Mastercard in the amount of Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) for a permit under the Freshwater Wetlands Protection Denver, Colo., where she writes jazz dent on the 500 block of North Avenue. $220. She was advised to contact the Act rules, N.J.A.C. 7:7A. The permit will authorize the applicant to conduct regulated activities on the CD and book reviews. According to police, a description of credit union concerning the fraud. property. “I always wanted to write a detec- the vehicle that left the scene was given Friday, June 17, police responded to tive novel, and was curious to see if I to officers, and the vehicle was located Far View Drive on the report of a house could actually do it,” explained the and stopped at Second Street and filled with smoke. According to police, The approval the applicant is requesting is a Freshwater Wetlands Individual Permit, which will authorize LaGrande Avenue. the cause of the smoke was linked to a the disturbance of wetlands, State open waters, and transition areas. author, who added that her inspira- tions for “Dashiki” were Agatha While the officer was speaking with wooden cutting board left in the micro- Christie and Nancy Drew mysteries. the driver, he could detect a strong odor wave during use. The rules governing the above permit are found in the NJDEP’s Freshwater Wetlands Protection Act Rules of an alcoholic beverage coming from Saturday, June 18, an individual came at N.J.A.C. 7:7A. You can view or download these rules on the NJDEP Division of Land Use Regulation “Jazz has given me great joy, and if the vehicle. McCann was asked to per- into police headquarters to report the website at www.state.nj.us/dep/landuse, or you can find a copy of these rules in the county law library in the book inspires anyone to pick up a form multiple field sobriety tests, which theft of her cell phone from a shopping your county courthouse. CD or download a tune, that would be he failed, police said. He was trans- cart. According to police, the victim wonderful,” said Ms. Wetzel. ported to police headquarters, processed had a GPS tracking system on the phone The application requests approval in order to upgrade the electric transmission lines within PSE&G’s Ms. Wetzel is the author of “Perry and released to a responsible person. and was able to determine the location Robinson: The Traveler,” a biogra- Friday, June 10, James Lanter, 77, of of the phone to be in the area of Old existing Roseland-Metuchen, Roseland-West Orange North, Roseland-West Orange South rights-of-ways Petersburg, Va. was arrested on the 30 Tote Road and Cedar Avenue. The de- located within the municipalities noted above phy of jazz artist Perry Robinson, as well as the novels, “Madeline,” and block of Kempshall Terrace on an ac- tective bureau will conduct a followup “Mrs. Papadakis and Aspasia.” tive warrant out of Clark. He was pro- investigation. If you would like to inspect a copy of the application, it is on file at the Municipal Clerk’s Office, or call the cessed, posted bail and released. Sunday, June 19, a resident of Coles NJDEP at (609) 777-0454 to make an appointment to see the application at the NJDEPs offices in Trenton “Dashiki” is published by Sunday, June 12, a resident of Cot- Avenue reported that, upon returning during normal business hours. iUniverse, and can be purchased at tage Way reported that someone home after being out for several hours, www.amazon.com or smashed the driver’s-side window of a the front door of the residence had been The NJDEP welcomes any comments you may have on this application. If you wish to comment on the www.iuniverse.com. motor vehicle to gain access to the pried open and the house ransacked. application, comments should be submitted to the NJDEP in writing within 30 days after the Department Paid Bulletin Board inside and removed a GPS unit valued According to police, jewelry and a at approximately $200. laptop computer, valued at approxi- publishes notice of this application in the DEP Bulletin. However, written comments will continue to be goleader.com/express Monday, June 13, a resident of Pater- mately $17,500, along with personal accepted until the NJDEP makes a decision on the application. Comments cannot be accepted by son Road reported that someone items including passports, were re- telephone. Extraordinary Cars smashed the driver’s-side window of moved. his motor vehicle to gain access to the Monday, June 20, Brian J. Hahn, 26, Please submit any comments in writing, along with a copy of this notice, to: To Be Showcased inside and removed a GPS unit valued of Union was arrested and charged with WESTFIELD – A showing of ex- at approximately $130. DWI and possession of a CDS after a New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Land Use Regulation traordinary cars will take place in Monday, June 13, Luis Cordero, 33, motor vehicle stop on Mountain Av- Mail Code 501-02A Westfield this Sunday, June 26, from of Elizabeth was arrested on active war- enue in Scotch Plains. He was trans- P.O. Box 420 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Verizon park- rants out of West Milford, Orange and ported to police headquarters, processed Trenton, New Jersey 08625-042 Bloomfield after a motor vehicle stop and released. ing lot, located at the corner of North on South Avenue. He was transported Monday, June 20, David E. Basilio- Attn: Essex, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset or Union County Section Chiefs and Central Avenues. Admission will to police headquarters, processed and Zapata, 24, of Westfield was arrested be $5. turned over to the West Milford Police on a Roselle warrant in the amount of When the NJDEP has decided whether or not the application qualifies for approval under the Freshwater All funds raised will be donated to Department. $100 after a motor vehicle stop on Wetlands Protection Act rules, NJDEP will notify the municipal clerk of the final decision on this the Westfield Neighborhood Council Wednesday, June 15, Henry Ford, Mountain Avenue. He was processed application. to support its ongoing children’s pro- 52, of Plainfield was arrested on an and released. grams. Specialty vehicles will include active warrant out of Philadelphia, Pa. Monday, June 20, Steffan C. Haynes, Questions about the application may be addressed to:Raymond A. Tripodi Muscle Cars, Exotic Luxury Cars, after a motor vehicle stop on the 100 24, of West Orange was arrested and Public Service Electric & Gas Company the “United We Stand” Corvette, block of South Avenue. He was pro- charged with possession of suspected 4000 Hadley Road cessed and transported to the Union marijuana and an outstanding East Or- “Dinoco” from the Disney/Pixar County Correctional Facility awaiting ange warrant in the amount of $583 South Plainfield, New Jersey 07080 movie Cars and “The Deadliest extradition by the Philadelphia Police after a motor vehicle stop on Route 22. Phone: (908) 412-7699 Catch” Bike. A Dream Car photo Department. He was transported to police headquar- area also will be featured. Thursday, June 16, Lamont Bonds, ters, processed and released. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 23, 2011 Page 7 Temple Emanu-El Honors Library to Present Program Beloved Longtime Teacher On Golden Age of Musicals WESTFIELD – Meryl Reichman, ating from Columbia University. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Me- way plays, four films and dozens of who has taught children in the Early In this weekly Mitzvah project, morial Library will celebrate the radio and television commercials. Childhood Education (ECE) Program bagged lunches of sandwiches, fruit “Golden Age of Broadway Musicals” A member of the board of directors and the Religious School at Temple and desserts are prepared on Tuesday on Wednesday, June 29, at 7 p.m. of the League of Composers in New Emanu-El since 1983, and began her afternoons at the temple, and each Allen Cohen, currently an associate York, he has received a Meet the Com- career as a Jewish edu- Wednesday morning are professor of music at poser grant and multiple cator in 1973, was cel- delivered to a neighbor- Fairleigh Dickinson ASCAP Plus awards. His ebrated June 12 with a hood in Elizabeth for University, will present classical pieces for or- Bagel Brunch. families in need. the program. chestra, solo instruments, From 1993 to 2007, Mrs. Reichman was in- After surveying the chamber groups and Mrs. Reichman was the spired to teach Hebrew history of the Ameri- voice have been pre- head teacher in the ECE by the stories her father can musical, Mr. Cohen sented around the world program. She estimates told about his life in Rus- will focus on the pe- and recorded on commer- that she has taught 4,000 sia before he immigrated riod from 1943 to 1964, cial compact discs. children over the years. to the United States. “He during which most of Formerly a member of Mrs. Reichman re- said that he never was the great musicals, both the ASCAP and ceived a Bachelor of Arts allowed in Russia to learn from Oklahoma! to Fid- BMI Musical Theatre degree in Sociology from the meanings of the He- Gavin B. Shulman and Ms. Mary L. Snauffer dler on the Roof, were Workshops, Mr. Cohen Boston University, a brew words as they produced. He also will has taught composition Bachelor of Jewish Edu- Meryl Reichman prayed,” she said. “It was discuss what made the for musical theater in col- cation from Hebrew Col- then I decided that I great musicals great, lege classes and private lege and a Master of Arts degree in wanted to teach prayers and the mean- Ms. Mary L. Snauffer why the golden age Allen Cohen lessons. He is the co-au- Jewish Education and Communal Ser- ing of each one. My students are all came to an end, and what factors thor of “Writing Musical Theater” vice from Brandeis University. In 2009, familiar with my ‘on the window sill’ might bring about a new golden age. (Palgrave Macmillan) and author of she was named a winner of the story, dedicated to my Dad.” Mr. Cohen has conducted or written “Howard Hanson in Theory and Prac- Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award, which According to Jill Cimafonte, direc- To Wed Gavin B. Shulman dance music for six musicals on Broad- tice” (Praeger/Greenwood) and the recognizes educators in North America tor of Early Childhood Education, “for Robert and Susan Snauffer of ter of Arts degree from New York way and has played keyboards or re- children’s book “That’s So Funny I who make a lasting impact on the lives Meryl, teaching is part of her soul. In Westfield have announced the en- University, studying digital behav- hearsal piano for dozens of others. He Forgot to Laugh!” (Scholastic), which of Jewish children. our Early Childhood Education Pro- gagement of their daughter, Ms. Mary ior. She currently is a manager at also has conducted shows off-Broad- has sold more than half a million She and her husband, Barry, are gram, Meryl has taught children as Lorraine Snauffer, to Gavin Bromberg Digitas, a digital advertising agency way, in regional theaters and on tours copies. co-founders of the Mandy Reichman young as 13 months through 5 years Shulman. He is the son of Jay and in Manhattan, where she works on around the United States and the world. This free program will be open to Feeding Program at Temple Emanu- old. She always took the time to get to Mona Shulman, also of Westfield. social media strategy. His musical, The Medicine Show, Westfield Memorial Library and MU- El, created in memory of their daugh- know each child and their family and Both are 2001 graduates of The future bridegroom graduated was produced at the Annenberg Cen- RAL cardholders. To register, access ter who died after a two-year battle she was committed to help each child Westfield High School. The bride- from Brown University in Provi- ter in Philadelphia, and he contrib- wmlnj.org and click on Calendar, or with cancer four months after gradu- be the best that they can be.” to-be received a Bachelor of Arts dence, R.I. in 2005. After college, he uted songs to the off-Broadway re- call (908) 789-4090, extension no. 7951. degree from Ithaca College in Ithaca, wrote for the independent newspaper vue The Present Tense. He also has The library is located at 550 East N.Y., where she graduated cum laude The Los Angeles Alternative in Los written the music for two off-Broad- Broad Street in Westfield. Seniors Highlight Meeting; in 2005. She volunteered with the Angeles. He moved to New York City U.S. Peace Corps in the south of in 2007. Mr. Shulman currently works Thailand between 2005 and 2007. as a producer at the Keith Olbermann Resolve Offers Free Group Picnic Today, Future Events In 2009, she completed her Mas- Show on Current TV. He also is the GARWOOD – The Garwood Se- July 20, to the Showboat Casino in host of three popular pub trivia nights nior Citizens Club met on June 16 at Atlantic City. The bus will leave the Zumbathon Sunday in Brooklyn and Manhattan. To Parents of Disabled Kids the Garwood Firehouse, with 52 mem- Garwood Firehouse at 9 a.m. and The couple lives in Manhattan with SCOTCH PLAINS – Resolve resources for the child, and providing bers in attendance. Highlights included return at approximately 7 p.m. This To Benefit CPL their beloved cat, Toaster. They will Community Counseling Center, Inc. the opportunity to interact and share a pizza lunch and a sing-along tribute trip also is open to seniors who are CRANFORD – The second annual be married in the fall of 2011 in is offering a free, ongoing support with other parents. to retiring Garwood Police Chief Wil- not Garwood residents. For more Zumbathon to benefit the Cerebral Stowe, Vt. group for parents coping with the Diane Pearson, a counselor with an liam Legg. The tune was to “When the information, including the cost, call Palsy League of Cranford will take daily challenges of raising a child extensive background in marriage and Saints Go Marching In,” but with the Walter Maszczak at (908) 789-1067. place this Sunday, June 26, from 1 to OES Chapter Slates with any type of disability. Meetings family therapy, is responsible for the words changed to “Oh When The Chief An Ice Cream Social for all 3 p.m. at the Jardine Academy, lo- take place on Thursdays, from 7 to structure of the program. Debbie Retires in June.” Garwood seniors will take place on cated at 61 Myrtle Street in Cranford. Spaghetti Dinner 8:30 p.m., at Resolve’s offices at 1830 Ferro and Dashau Hinton will lead Garwood Mayor Patricia Thursday, August 25, from 12:30 to The cost to participate is $20 if WESTFIELD – Atlas Chapter No. Front Street in Scotch Plains. the group. Anyone interested in at- Quattrocchi discussed construction 3:30 p.m. at the firehouse. The club reservations are made in advance at 99, Order of Eastern Star of New Parents are given the opportunity tending this group should call Ms. plans for the new recreation com- is in its summer schedule now. There kickituptraining.com, and $25 for Jersey, will host a Spaghetti Dinner to explore the many facets of bring- Pearson at the Resolve Community plex. The complex is going out to will only be meetings on July 21 and walk-ins. The event will be spon- and Basket Auction this Sunday, June ing up their differently-abled child, Counseling Center at (908) 322-9180, bid soon. August 4. sored by Kick it Up Training and 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. The basket including the effects on family mem- extension no. 20 or no. 10. The Senior Citizens Picnic will The Garwood Senior Citizens Next Step’s Dance Studio in Cranford. auction will feature themed baskets bers, dealing with the cycle of emo- Resolve Community Counseling take place today, Thursday, June 23, Club meets on the first and third For more information, call (908) 343- of all types. tions and grief, coping with stress Center is a non-profit mental health beginning at 11 a.m. at the Ballfield Thursdays of every month at noon at 0032 or (908) 377-4621. The event will take place at Atlas and chronic sorrow, understanding organization providing counseling, Park Gazebo and is open to all the Garwood Fire House. The next Pythagoras Lodge, located at 1011 the importance of taking care of them- psychotherapy and psychological ser- Garwood seniors. Games, food, meeting will be on July 21. Anyone See it all on the Web! 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Savoca, Sr., 80, of Westfield degree Knight with Msgr. Watterson David A. Luce, 46, of Scotch Plains Surviving are his loving wife, Terri passed away peacefully, surrounded Council 1711. Irene Vagelos, 88, Active Parishioner; died on Sunday, June 19, 2011. (née McGovern); his sons, Kevin and by his loving family, on Friday, June John was predeceased by his wife Born in Plainfield, Dave grew up Andrew; his mother, Bernice E. (née 17, at Robert Wood Johnson Univer- of 44 years, Arlene E. Savoca, in Devoted to Family, Friends and Faith and lived in Scotch Plains his whole Shimalla); his father, Robert A., and sity Hospital at Rahway. 2003 and his younger brother, Joseph Irene T. Vagelos, 88, passed away life. his wife, Ginny; his brother, Robert; Mr. Savoca was a lifelong resident Savoca. Aphrodite (Effie) Markos. Dave was a 1983 graduate of Scotch his sister, Judi; his brother-in-law, of Westfield who owned and operated Surviving are his devoted children, on Thursday, June 16. Her survivors include seven nieces Born in Plainfield, Irene spent nearly Plains-Fanwood High School. In Sep- Edward McGovern, and his extended Savoca Contractors in town for more Barbara Dimestria and her husband, and nephews, Dorothy Pantason, tember of 1986, he was hired by the family, Jerry Ricciardelli and Johanna than 50 years. He was a graduate of Rick, John Jr. and his wife, Michele, her entire life residing in Westfield. Elaine Coukos, Andrea Blasi, John She attended Westfield Public Schools Westfield Police Department, and in and Anthony Tittanegro. Holy Trinity High School in Westfield. Joanne Joy and her husband, Jeff, Markos, Andrew Coukos, Thucydides December of the same year gradu- A Funeral Mass will be held to- Upon his discharge from the United Paul and his wife, Debra, and Chris and worked after school in her family’s (Duke) Markos and Marigo Markos New York Candy Kitchen and ated the Union County Police Acad- morrow, Friday, June 24, at 10:30 States Air Force, John went on to and his wife, Pam; his dear brother, Chantzis, along with five grandnieces emy. In 1988, Dave graduated Union a.m. at St. Bartholomew the Apostle become an instructor at Curtis-Wright Dominic Savoca, and his loving sis- Westfield Sweet Shoppe. She spent and nephews; eight great-grandnieces many years as head waitress and candy County College with an Associates Roman Catholic Church in Scotch Aeronautical School. Throughout his ter, Nellie Kubisiak. He also will be and nephews; one great-great-grand- Degree in Criminal Justice. He trans- Plains. Interment will be at Fairview life John was extremely proud to be deeply missed by his 11 grandchil- maker in the business. After the busi- nephew and numerous other relatives ness was sold in 1970, she worked as ferred to the Scotch Plains Police Cemetery in Westfield. associated and active with Holy Trin- dren, Nicholas, Eric, Laura, Michael, and friends. Department in July of 1990 and was Visitation will be today, Thursday, ity Church, its charitable organiza- Vinny, Brian, Katie, Frankie, Vicki, a secretary at the Holy Trinity Greek Funeral services were held on Tues- Orthodox Church in Westfield. promoted to sergeant July of 2006. June 23, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at tions and the many sports and scout- Danny and Patrick. day, June 21, at the Holy Trinity Greek He was supervisor of the Com- the Rossi Funeral Home, 1937 ing programs at its school. A Mass of Christian Burial was Family, friends and church were Orthodox Church in Westfield. Burial the centers of her life. She was a puter Records Bureau of the Scotch Westfield Avenue in Scotch Plains. John was an avid outdoorsman who celebrated on Tuesday, June 21, at followed at Fairview Cemetery in Plains Police Department. June 23, 2011 had a passion for hunting. He was an the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic member of St. Nicholas Church of Westfield. expert archer and instructor. In 1968 Church in Westfield. Interment fol- Newark and Holy Trinity for many Arrangements were by the Gray Muriel Feely, 90, Cherished Family; he became the NJSFAA Champion lowed at Fairview Cemetery in years. She also was a member of the Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street and president of the Watchung Bow- Westfield. Ladies Philoptochos groups and the in Westfield. Trinity Circle. Irene was a beloved In lieu of flowers, donations may Church Musician and Choir Director man Archery Association. He was a Arrangements were by the Dooley Muriel Bolte Alford Feely, 90, died Glendale and Pasadena. member of American Legion Martin Colonial Home, 556 Westfield Av- sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed be made to Holy Trinity Greek Or- cooking and gardening. thodox Church, Ss. Nicholas, peacefully at home in Center Harbor, Muriel enjoyed travel throughout Wallberg Post No. 3, a life member of enue in Westfield. N.H. on Tuesday, May 24, 2011, and her life. She and her late husband, the Knights of Columbus and a fourth June 23, 2011 Irene was the daughter of Constantine and Helen Greek Ortho- Thucydides Vagelos and Elpiniki dox Church in Orange/Roseland or went to be with her Lord and Savior, Frank J. Feely, Jr., generously took Stavros Vagelos. She was predeceased to the Westfield Historical Society. Jesus Christ, whom she faithfully grandchildren and children on numer- Library’s Summer Theater by her sisters, Artemis Coukos and June 23, 2011 served throughout her life. ous trips outside of the United States. She is survived by her sister, Bernice They loved and enjoyed all the grand- Michelsen; all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. To Have New Venue, Time children and great-grandchildren, and Muriel enjoyed reading, garden- MOUNTAINSIDE – The Mike Donahue. It tells the story of a many nieces and nephews. Also sur- ing and kayaking, but it was with Mountainside Public Library’s an- gullible and wealthy family man who viving is her loving friend, George family, church, friends and commu- nual summer theater tradition will invites a seemingly pious stranger to Clemow. She was preceded in death nity where she and Frank put their return this year, but with a different stay at his home, showering him with by her sister, Verda Mae Whites. time, energy and assets. location and time slot. gifts, money and the offer of his Muriel was a church organist, A memorial service will be held at The Shakespeare Theatre of New daughter’s hand in marriage, unaware children’s choir director, handbell 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 6, at the Jersey’s Next Stage Ensemble will per- of his guest’s true nature. choir director, choir member and de- United Methodist Church in form William Shakespeare’s Love’s Both of these performances will be voted helpmate to her deceased hus- Moultonborough, N.H. Labour’s Lost and Moliere’s Tartuffe. made possible through the support of band, Richard R. Alford, as they In lieu of flowers, donations may Both performances will be Saturday the Friends of the Mountainside Li- served together as church musicians be sent to the United Methodist matinees and will be held, rain or shine, brary. Admission will be free. Each in Westfield, N.J., Boise, Idaho and Church in Moultonborough or to the in the air-conditioned Community performance will run about an hour, Glendale, Calif. She led workshops Meredith Public Health Nursing As- Room of Mountainside Borough Hall. and there will be time after both per- in children’s choir techniques and sociation. Love’s Labour’s Lost will be performances for audience questions. was an elementary school teacher in June 23, 2011 formed at 11 a.m. on July 9. Tartuffe Mountainside Borough Hall is lo- will be performed at 11 a.m. on Au- cated at 1385 Route 22, East. For more gust 6. “The 11 start time will allow information, call the Mountainside Library Friends to Sponsor people to enjoy live theater, with Public Library at (908) 233-0115 or plenty of time afterward for lunch, visit mountainsidelibrary.org. for the pool, or for whatever else you SPECIAL EVENING…Carol Tener honors William Shepherd on being awarded Opera Subscription Series would like to do on your Saturday,” Rahway AARP Lists the title of Trustee Emeritus during the Westfield Historical Society’s recent said Library Director Michael Banick. dinner at the Echo Lake Country Club. The dinner also featured recognition of WESTFIELD – The Friends of back. Openings are available, and Love’s Labour’s Lost, directed by Trip to Showboat donors to the Reeve History and Cultural Resources Center, presentation of the Westfield Memorial Library will new participants are invited to join. Abagail Isaac, is a coming-of-age com- AREA – The Rahway AARP chap- awards, naming of new inductees into the Westfield Hall of Fame and introduc- sponsor a Wednesday evening sub- The upcoming 2011-2012 season edy about youthful aspirations, inter will hold its monthly trip to At- tion of the historical society board and the Miller-Cory Board of Governors. scription series to the Metropolitan will feature seven performances start- fatuations and follies. The play fea- lantic City’s Showboat Casino on Opera at Lincoln Center in New York. ing in October and ending in May. tures dazzling wordplay, strong comic Thursday, July 7. The cost is $22 All operas begin at 8 p.m. Trans- The bus will leave at 5 p.m. from characters and a few unexpected twists. with a $30 cash voucher. The bus Historical Society Salutes portation is by charter bus from Westfield and costs approximately A scathing attack on hypocrisy, will leave at 8:30 a.m. and return at Westfield to Lincoln Center and $25 per performance, depending on false piety, hollow morality and gull- 6:30 p.m. To reserve a spot, call Inductees; Installs Officers the number of participants. Bus fare ibility, Tartuffe will be directed by Irene at (732) 499-7740. Carriers’ Walk to Aid will be determined this summer. WESTFIELD – During its May 25 Archivist, Edward Wittke. Ticket prices range from $27 in the dinner at Echo Lake Country Club in The Trustees named are Class of Muscular Dystrophy Family Circle to $180 per perfor- Prayer to Prayer to Westfield, the Westfield Historical 2012: Paula Long, Karrie Hanson, WESTFIELD – The Westfield and mance in the Orchestra Section. The Blessed Virgin The Blessed Virgin Society honored donors to the Reeve Lee Perry and Virginia Rorden; Class Mountainside Letter Carriers of the If unable to attend a performance, History and Cultural Resources Cen- of 2013: Donald Mokrauer, Jayne National Association of Letter Carri- an individual may exchange the (Never known to fail) (Never known to fail) ter. The society also added six induct- Salomon, Lowell Schantz and Rich- ers, Branch 1492, will walk to raise ticket through the Met subscription Oh most beautiful Flower of Oh most beautiful Flower of ees to the Westfield Hall of Fame and ard Elbert, and Class of 2014: Sam money for Muscular Dystrophy this office or sell it locally. The Friends Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, presented The President’s Award to Mahmoud, Glen DuMont, Kris Luka Sunday, June 26. The walk will be maintains a “standby list” of people Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Stanley Lipson and The Trustees’ and Lee Hale. held beginning at 7 a.m. at Tamaques who have an interest in buying tick- Mother of the Son of God, Im- Mother of the Son of God, Im- Award to Robert Newell, as well as The Miller-Cory Board of Gover- Park in Westfield. ets for individual operas. maculate Virgin, assist me in my maculate Virgin, assist me in my awarding William Shepherd the title nors includes Class of 2012: John Some of the money raised will help The performances are as follows: necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help of Trustee Emeritus. Barna, Ingeborg Bossert and Carol to send local children to the Muscular October 26 – Il Barbiere Di Siviglia me! Show me herein you are my me! Show me herein you are my Those named In Memoriam in- Phelan, and Class of 2014: Barbara Dystrophy Association summer (Rossini); November 9 – Nabucco mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of cluded Ron Frigerio, Caroline Holt, Burton. camp, located in Spring Valley, N.Y. (Verdi); December 7 – Rodelinda God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, Ralph Jones, Jean Meiklejohn, For more information about the All donations are tax-deductible. (Handel); February 22 – Madama I humbly beseech you from the I humbly beseech you from the Everson Pearsall, Elsie Cerone and Reeve History and Cultural Resources Individuals may leave donations in Butterfly (Puccini); March 14 – Don bottom of my heart to succor me in bottom of my heart to succor me in Malvina Markus. Center, located at 314 Mountain Av- their mailbox for their carrier to pick Giovanni (Mozart); April 11 – this necessity. There are none who this necessity. There are none who Nancy Priest, president, introduced enue in Westfield, contact up, marked MDA Walk on the enve- Mannon (Massenet), a new produc- can withstand your power. Show can withstand your power. Show the society’s new board along with [email protected] lope. Donations also may be mailed tion, and May 2 – La Traviata (Verdi). me herein you are my mother. Oh me herein you are my mother. Oh the Miller-Cory Board of Governors. or call (908) 654-1794. to: Westfield Post Office, Box 152, Anyone interested in participat- Mary, conceived without sin, pray Mary, conceived without sin, pray Officers for 2011-2012 include: Presi- For programs and hours at the his- Westfield, N.J. 07090, Attention: ing as a subscriber or “standby” and for us who have recourse to thee. for us who have recourse to thee. dent, Nancy Priest; Vice-President toric Miller-Cory House Museum, Lenni/Brenda. Checks should be made who would like more information Holy Mother, I place this cause in Holy Mother, I place this cause in Membership Relations, Jane Francz; located at 614 Mountain Avenue in payable to MDA. Donations will be may contact Ulf at (908) 654-5737 your hands (3x). your hands (3x). Vice-President Community Rela- Westfield, access accepted until Monday, July 18. or [email protected]. Holy Spirit, You who solve all Holy Spirit, You who solve all tions, Michael LaPlace; Vice-Presi- millercoryhouse.org or contact problems, light all roads so that I problems, light all roads so that I dent Finance/Treasurer, Sherry [email protected] or may attain my goal. You who gave may attain my goal. You who gave Cronin; Assistant Treasurer, Deborah (908) 232-1776. University of Scranton Awards me the divine gift to forgive and me the divine gift to forgive and Bailey; Curator, Stanley Lipson, and A full calendar of tours and pro- forget all evil against me and that in forget all evil against me and that in grams is planned for both sites in the Honors at Commencement all instances in my life You are with all instances in my life You are with Physician to Discuss fall. SCRANTON, Pa. – Stacey Ann Christopher received the Excel- me. I want in this short prayer to me. I want in this short prayer to Legg of Garwood and Christopher lence in Chemistry Award. He thank You as I confirm once again thank You as I confirm once again Hypnosis at Library John Luby of Scotch Plains were earned a Bachelor of Science de- that I never want to be separated that I never want to be separated MOUNTAINSIDE – Dr. Ron Community Band among the 68 students honored by gree in Chemistry. from You in eternal glory. Thank from You in eternal glory. Thank Glassman will explain “The Truth The University of Scranton during He plans to seek employment in you for your mercy towards me you for your mercy towards me About Hypnosis” during a program Concert Schedule its undergraduate Class Night cer- his area of study after graduation. and mine. Amen. and mine. Amen. on Monday, July 11, from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 23 – 7:30 p.m. emony. The Jesuit university recog- Christopher is a graduate of Scotch Say this prayer on three con- Say this prayer on three con- at the Mountainside Public Library, Thursday, June 30 – 7:30 p.m. nized outstanding members of the Plains-Fanwood High School in secutive days. Publish this prayer secutive days. Publish this prayer located on Constitution Plaza. Thursday, July 7 – 7:30 p.m. Class of 2011 for academic achieve- Scotch Plains. after the favor is granted. after the favor is granted. Dr. Glassman is board certified in Thursday, July 14 – 7:30 p.m. ment and service. A.P.H. K.A.G. clinical hypnosis and will discuss the All concerts will take place Stacey was the recipient of the Western New England topic for about 30 to 40 minutes, in Mindowaskin Park in Excellence in Community Health leaving plenty of time for audience Westfield, adjacent to 425 East Education Award. She earned a Bach- College Awards Degrees questions. Admission will be free, Broad Street. Admission will elor of Science degree in Commu- SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Amanda but participants must call the library be free. nity Health Education. She served as L. Fortus of Cranford received a Gray Funeral Homes to reserve a seat. Space is limited. vice-president of the Community Bachelor of Science in Business Ad- The Friends of the Mountainside Health Education Club and was a ministration degree from Western Library will sponsor this event. For member of the Student Advisory New England College. Since 1897 more information about the library Party In the Park Board of the Leahy Clinic. She graduated cum laude, which and its services and programs, call To Precede Movie Stacey plans on seeking employ- signifies scholastic excellence and the library at (908) 233-0115 or visit ment as a certified health education is awarded at graduation to stu- mountainsidelibrary.org. FANWOOD – The Fanwood Rec- reation Commission will host specialist followed by graduate dents who have achieved a grade Cranford Car Shows Fanwood’s fifth annual Party in the studies. She graduated from Arthur point average between 3.30 and Park on Tuesday, June 28, from 5:30 L. Johnson High School in Clark. 3.60. To Begin Tonight to 8:30 p.m. It will be held at CRANFORD – Cranford Car LaGrande Park, located at LaGrande Shows 2011, sponsored by the Avenue and Second Street in Cranford Chamber of Commerce and Fanwood. The rain date is Wednes- First State Bank, will be held tonight, day, June 29. Thursday, June 23, from 5 to 9 p.m. The party will take place on the Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in and again on July 14 and August 11. first free movie night of the summer, 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. The Garlic Rose Bistro of Cranford and will be followed immediately by Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the will sponsor the music. a screening of the film How to Train personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or The car show entrance will be at Your Dragon. cremation. Alden Street and North Avenue. Ve- Attendees will enjoy a bounce hicles of all years, makes and models house, giant slides, an obstacle course, Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home are welcome. Admission is free for a mechanical bull, hot dogs, pizza, 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. show cars and the public. Registra- lemonade, popcorn, Italian ices, ice Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 tion will start at 5:01 p.m. cream, a How to Train Your Dragon William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. In addition to music, there will be scavenger hunt contest for the first 72 NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 free giveaways and a Hula Hoop con- children who sign up, prizes, music (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 test for children. Show trophies and and more. awards will be distributed starting at And, in honor of How to Train Your 8:30 p.m. during each show. There will Dragon, a special craft for children HUGE SUCCESS…James Sherry, Jonathan Kriney, Ian Gordon and Mark John-Michael “J.M.” Jones be End of Season Attendance Awards will be provided – youngsters will be Mital organized a basketball benefit April 29 for Children’s Specialized Hospital N.J. Lic. #4869 and the People’s Choice Award. able to create their own dragons out (CSH) at Park Middle School in Scotch Plains as part of their Seventh Grade Service Learning Project. They raised $400 towards an iPad for children at CSH, Director For further information and direc- of recycled materials. To participate, which enables youngsters who need speech therapy to be helped by an app. Any tions, contact Bob Hoeffler (days) at children should bring egg cartons, further donations would be greatly appreciated, and can be sent to: Cheryl www.grayfuneralhomes.com (908) 272-6114 or Bill Mackey at paper towel rolls and/or toilet paper Kriney, 2346 Redwood Road, Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076. Checks can be made (908) 400-7348 (cell) or by e-mail at rolls. Small fees will be charged for payable to Children’s Specialized Hospital. Pictured in front row, left to right, [email protected]. rides and some food items. are: Social Studies teacher Matthew Goldman, Jonathan, Ian, James and Mark. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 23, 2011 Page 9 Dr. David Heisey, principal of Hammond, Ryan Henkels, Stephanie Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, Holmes, Naomi Joseph, Melissa Keiser, has announced the Honor Roll lists for Hanaa Lakhani, Stacy Leinfuss, An- the third marking period of the 2010 - Honor Roll thony Lettieri, Jacqueline Mains, Bianca Marcazzo, Mitchell Marcus, Alex 2011 school year. To obtain High Markovits, Casey Mcbride, Jessica Honor Roll, a student must have Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Mcgovern, Meghan Mcgrath, Connor straight “A’s” if the student is taking 3rd Marking Period Mcguire, Ryan Mckenna, David only four or five subjects, or at least Michalak, Dylan Mruczinski, Claire five “A’s” and a maximum of one “B.” Muirhead, Sean Murphy, Daniel For Honor Roll, a student must have at Kelsey Boyea, Emma Budiansky, Laura Michael Hopkins, John Horre, Peter Nizolak, Cole Nowlin, Margaret least three “A’s” and no mark less than Cappelli, Adam Carabba, Jason Hsiao, Justin Hudak, Ryan Kalkstein, O’Brien, Marisol Pacaja, Emma a “B.” Cepparulo, Alec Chabus, Abigale Eunbin Ko, Kayla Kocha, Paul Kussner, Pearson, Schuyler Peck, Kwamir High Honor Roll Churaman, Isabel Crystal, Russell Justin Leiva, Thomas Madan, Madison Philippe, Kaitlin Picone, Erin Pierce, 9th Grade Davis, Erin Dempsey, Jennifer Denman, Maisel, Amanda Marcus, Emily Delaney Reimers, Kathryn Romagnano, Rosalie Depaola, Madelyne Dhaliwal, Margulies, Lauren Mcmorrow, Ailene Victoria Roser, Benjamin Ross, Will- Casey Abramson, Kelsey Ames, iam Schauer, Cassandra Segulin, John Judah Axelrod, Jessica Banasiak, Lea Margaret Diaz, John Dibattista, Maria Mcnamara, Andrea Mcneely, Rebecca Diwane, Lauren Eckert, Kori Melville, Jacob Monzella, Alexandra Shell, Sabrina Siddiqui, Andrew Skoog, Barny, Samuel Bebout, Mary Daniel Slegowski, Alex Suriano, Nicole Brumfield, Christopher Bubnov, Fleischman, Elizabeth Gallo, Jillian Negri, Joseph Pagano, Jack Poillon, Gardner, Kevin Hesson, Brenda Ho, Lindsay Ratner, Shannon Reilly, Alyssa Turso, Sarah Vanbuskirk, Michael Allison Caramico, Angelo Chaia, Alex Villegas, Marissa Visci, Callum Cimring, Thomas Clarke, Erin Connors, Rajan Jain, Ian Johnston, Kerri Killeen, Riporti, Ryan Romanowski, Mia Rossi, Anthony Krajcsik, Kristen Lee, Edward Michael Rothman, Natalie Rothweiler, Wayman, Keira Wiggins, Andrew Wil- Meghan Costello, Kelsey Coupe, Mor- son, Kristina Zekunde Photo courtesy of Prashant Mehrotra gan Dashiell, Gabriella Depaola, Brian Lopez, Brigid Mcgovern, Daniel Brian Rubin, Kelly Ruggieri, Matthew DOUBLE HONOR...Deerfield Middle School has named twin sisters Isha and Deutschmeister, Michael Dinizo, Mcmillan, Joseph Mcquoid, Varshini Sass, James Schetelich, Elizabeth 12th Grade Shree Mehrotra as co-valedictorians for the 2011 graduating class. Brooke Enners, Christina Fasolas, Sa- Narayanan, Raymond Osterman, Schwartz, Trevor Skanes, Monica Kimberley Agbo, Betsy Appel, Julia rah Fischmann, Carly Fleischer, Eliza- Raushan Palejwala, Emily Palmer, Squeri, Emma Strong, Tamara Thomp- Babis, Nathaniel Bach, Emily Bayard, beth Gelling, Victoria Germano, Alyssa Dhruvi Patel, Sara Payne, Daniel Pesin, son, Adam Tropp, Dea Tsutskiridze, Lauren Berk, Micaela Bernardo, Elle Mehrotra Twins Are Named Goldsmith, Julie Haggan, Nicole Horn, Margot Rejaud, Jennifer Schwarz, Jaclyn Villane, Megan Voorhees, Bernardo, Shreena Bhojani, Celeste Gina Jadelis, Alicia Jiang, Justin Abigail Slaugh, Tracy Staeudle, Nicho- Nah’Rya Walker-Pierson, Michael Bilkerdyk, Chana Biner, Jeffrey Brody, Kaufman, Conor Kelly, Bridget Kelly, las Stawicki, Emily Stefanik, Sheila Walsh, Andrew Warne, Olivia Lauren Buckley, Toni-Ann Capece, Deerfield Co-Valedictorians Lauren Kilcullen, Austin Kwinta, Julia Strong, Christine Szpond, Cynthia Whitehouse, Caitlin Williams, Emily Joanna Carroll, Christopher Cerchio, Lavelle, Yi Lin, Constandinos Logus, Timko, Chayakorn Triamarit, Jaime Williamson, Kurtis Wisniewski, Peter Michael Chaia, Moussa Channaoui, MOUNTAINSIDE – Deerfield programs. Sara Lombardi, Joshua Lopez, Amanda Weisbrot Wright, Andy Xu, Elise Xu, Benjamin Rebecca Chavan, Theresa Chrystal, Middle School has named co-vale- Both girls are involved in numerous Mach, Jenna Maizes, Amanda Malool, 12th Grade Yorkovich, James Zambri, Christian Zachary Cohen, Hayley Cornwell, Mat- dictorians for their 2011 graduating other activities. Their artistic pursuits Madeline Mcgovern, Ross Mulcahy, Brie Adamczyk, Ellesse Bartosik, Zazzali, Eve Zhurbinskiy thew D’Apuzzo, Paige Della Badia, class. The co-valedictorians are twin include drawing and painting. In Ryan Nival, Alexandra O’Hara, Emilia Emily Becker, Sam Bhakuni, Kyle 10th Grade Rebecca Digiacomo, Jessica sisters, Isha and Shree Mehrotra. school, they participated in the Art O’Leary, Amy Palumbo, Maria Birnbaum, Joshua Brooks, Erin Brown, Alexa Bergenfeld, Jeremy Digiacomo, Nicolas Diprospero, Rachel Pansulla, Nikhil Patel, Matthew Picone, Laura Bruce, Meghan Bruckman, Berkowitz, Krystyna Boczon, Abigail Dolan, Juliane Durett, Erik Ekstrand, Both Isha and Shree have consis- Enrichment program and were on the Warren Etkins, Claudia Falconieri, tently challenged themselves at Yearbook Committee. They also were Brendan Pierce, Stephanie Plant, An- Santino Butler, Marianna Caruso-Gil- Bridge, Kaitlyn Budis, Benjamin gela Rastelli, Erik Reiman, Sarah bert, Evan Cole, Nicole Danik, Lane Caldora, Paige-Ashley Campbell, Anna Jalynn Farmer, Jalynn Farmer, Deerfield School by taking the most on the Deerfield field hockey team Frederick Feller, Christopher Gilman, and have demonstrated leadership in Robinson, Alec Rodriguez, Shayna Darwin, Stefanie Devizio, Jethro Cannone, Nathan Clark, James rigorous courses offered. In addi- Rogoff, Darek Rola-Zarzor, Hansel Dimeo, Gregory Favreau, Tessa Felegy, D’Angelo, Matthew Debiasse, Maria Richard Gorski, Emily Horowitz, Brit- tion to making the High-Honor roll the school’s Model UN program. Isha Romero, Hannah Rosado, Caroline Jesse Haack, Elena Haggan, Amanda Didario, Andrew Dill, Erik Estrada, tany Ingrassia, Marie Jean-Pierre, every marking period in middle and Shree also are musically inclined, Ross, Natasha Segulin, Andrew Smith, Ho, Peter Huether, Victoria Ingato, Julia Allison Geissler, Jason Gerstenfeld, Patrick Kelly, Matthew Kersey, Ezra school, they have been in the Gifted and are learning Indian classical dance Grant Sultatos, Olivia Wallden, Brit- Ingram, Emma Kelly, Steven Klee, Kerri Gilman, Kayla Giordanella, Julie Klemow, Evelyn Klotz, Megan and Talented program throughout. and singing. They are both known tany Young, Arielle Zuaro Alison Koransky, Sarah Lazarus, Ken- Glover, Haley Goeller, Hannah Koederitz, Rebecca Kreyer, Anita neth Lee, Anna Leistikow, Haley Greaney, Dasia Green, Jordan Kwashie, Ryan Laguna, Jillian Leahy, During their summers, they have amongst their teachers and classmates 10th Grade Katie Levitt, Prescilla Lopez, Brianna been selected to attend the Center as caring and modest. Jordan Bernstein, Zachary Lindenberg, Jeffrey Marks, Taylor Greenberg, Matthew Greenberg, Emma Marshall, Shannon Mcgovern, Guidi, Emily Ho, Emily Howarth, Grace Mahoney, Vidhan Malik, Hannah for Talented Youth (CTY) and Sum- Isha and Shree will attend Governor Brencsons, Brian Burns, Julie Busch, Markey, Jillian Mazza, David Mcnally, mer Institute for the Gifted (SIG) Livingston High School in the fall. Nicole Campbell, Zachary Ciabattari, Alexandra Molinaro, Jessica Moore, Kelly, Joseph Klimas, Nicole Lamastra, Emily Nagourney, Michael Parada, Kelly Lapham, Andrew Leischner, John Mcnally, Jake Merlo, Kimberly Christopher Ciccarino, Andrew Citera, Minniti, Nathalia Montoya, Adam Theresa Clarke, Kathleen Colonna, Benjamin Parisi, Michael Pesin, Alyssa Leyden, Thomas Magelinski, Alexander Prelusky, Brittany Reilly, Steven Magnotta, Patricia Magnus, Monzella, Samuel More, Michael Nasim Dariani, Sari Dorn, Colleen Napolitano, Tyler Nguyen, Jovan Pa- Farrell, Dahlia Fioretti, Scott Flanzman, Christina Reiman, Melanie Rome, Eve Paige Mankin, Francisco Marrero, Tyler Rosenheck, Stephen Ruggieri, Avika Martin, Kelsey Meisch, Julia Mendes, gan, Tyler Palkoski, Jennifer Palumbo, Jason Fortunato, Sarah Freeman, Alexa Hyun-Jin Park, Alexander Parker, Lind- Gelfand, Paige Goldner, Jessica Shah, Rachael Siegel, Nicole Sultatos, Jonathan Miksis, Gabriele Miller, Emily Michael Swanek, Jamie Swanton, An- Miller, Katherine Minski, Aurora say Payne, Alexandra Pearl, Howard, Danielle Karacsony, Victoria Annahelena Pimenta, Joelle Pisauro, Karakis, Marianne Khalil, Jessica Klein, drew Vaslas, Lauren Williams, Caresse Morton, Hannah Nizri, Kelly O’Leary, Yan, Jessica Yorkovich, Kelly Yutz, Tara Palkoski, Ariana Paradiso, Michael Rizzo, Amanda Rodriguez, Caroline Leahy, David Leavitt, George Michelle Rogoff, Alexa Rothenberg, Leavitt, Elsa Leistikow, Shannon Lord, Matthew Zawodniak, Courtney Zyla Alexandra Peluso, Dominick Pigna, Annabelle Ponterdolph, Carly Prowe, Anne Rubin, Micah Seaman, Nicholas Aaron Markey, Maxine Marvosa, Olivia Honor Roll Sebolao, Emily Skaar, Jennifer Soriano, Mendes, Gabrielle Mendes, Enovi 9th Grade Leya Quinones, Aidan Racaniello, Carly Redfield, Sasha Refinski, Haley Bartosz Stawicki, Elizabeth Molina-Chevez, Christine Monroy, Jay Nathan Abdy, Leigh Abramson, Stranzenbach, James Sweeney, Rory Morris, Rachel Naugle, Mitchell Naveh, Daniel Agostinho, Eduardo Arocha, Regan, Bridget Reynolds, Dein Rice, Amanda Rimpici, Elise Ringel, Karla Szeto, Rose Thompson, Daniel Photo courtesy of Susan M. Dougherty Olivia Nelson, Kristen Northrup, Lee Kayla Ausbon, Carly Bayroff, Douglas Thurston, Charles Timko, Gabrielle GRADS… McManus Dolan of Westfield, left, and Ray Thek of Scotch Plains are Ann Orenczak, Benjamin Oster, Jesse Belcik, Frank Besson, Thomas Braun, Rizzi, Jacqueline Roiz, Nadia Samman, Kristen Schiavo, Amanda Schroder, Vacca, Georgeann Wallden, Terence presented their diplomas from Oratory Prep School’s Head of School Bob Ozdamar, Alex Ozdamar, Meredith Rachel Brody, Grant Brown, Gabriella White, Sharon Yutz, Charles Zhou Costello at the 103rd Commencement, in which a class of 51 students was Parker, Savvas Petridis, Amanda Buissereth, Kathryn Bumiller, Ian Hailee Sciara, Taylor Sebolao, graduated on June 4 in Summit. Raphael, Michael Rempter, Kathryn Cappelli, Marina Carvalho, Gabriell Alexander Segulin, Merhan Shams, Rodriguez, Michael Rosenheck, Leah Charschan, Anna Close, Connor Coll, Leila Shevins, Tristan Sizemore, Tay- McDermott Graduates Bucknell Announces Oratory Prep Salituro, Dylan Sands, Kimberly Shaw, Nicole Conti, Liam Cummings, Kathryn lor Smith, Molly Solomon, Zoe-Nicole Deirdre Sheridan, Jeremy Sonpar, Cunningham, Jonathon Dawson, Chris- Stein, Jo Venice Uriarte, Justine Valdes, From Scranton Spring Dean’s List Announces Graduates Alexandra Sullivan, Taylor Swaak, Tara topher De Gregorio, Dariana De Vore, Andrew Wheeler, Michael White, Erica SCRANTON, Pa. – Kevin Shea LEWISBURG, Pa. — Bucknell Sweeney, Mary Van Natta, Lindsey Andrew Debiasse, Katherine Demarco, Wiltshire, Caitlin Worthey, Jacob McDermott, a 2007 graduate of University has released the dean’s Wilkinson, Amy Zhuang Tessa Demaria, Ryan Depaul, Caroline Zacharia Westfield High School, was SUMMIT — Fifty-one senior 11th Grade list for outstanding academic boys were graduated from the Ora- 11th Grade Devito, Josie Dunning, John awarded a Bachelor of Science de- Omar Amer, Alyssa Apuzzio, Lisa Fabricatore, Alexander Favreau, Caitlin Raphael Abella, Meghan Allen, gree with a major in Sociology by achievement during the spring se- tory Prep School on June 4. Awaitey, William Babis, Aleisha Baker, Flood, Gianni Garyfallos, Vikrant Michala Allen, Nicolette Ambrosio, mester of the 2010-2011 academic Local graduates included: The University of Scranton at its Elizabeth Baldwin, Stephanie Beauvais, Ghate, Devin Glover, Javier Guerrero, Rachel Armus, Allison Begalman, Do- undergraduate commencement on year. A student must earn a grade McManus Dolan of Westfield, who Elijahu Ben-Michael, Dominika Blach, Leighton Heisey, Michele Hom, minique Bray, Samuel Brown, Christo- point average of 3.5 or higher on a will attend Denison University; Gus pher Burke, Teresa Cannone, Daniel May 29. scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list Exarhakos* of Cranford, who will at- Carabba, Emma Cavaliere, Olivia Kevin has been accepted by the recognition. Area students who met tend Fordham University; Daniel JLEP Awards Community Checchio, Alyssa Christian, Jacqueline Graduate School of Montclair State this standard are: Fitzpatrick* of Westfield, who will Cirincione, Robert Colonna, Grant University and will begin study this Scott M. Bernstein, son of attend Boston College; Ryan Murray* Crandall, Jordan Dagostaro, Louis September toward a Master of Arts Ronald and Beth Bernstein of of Westfield, who will attend Boston Service Scholarship to Kelly Dodge, Nicholas Donatelli, Casey degree in Counseling, with Con- Dugan, Joseph Dunn, Ramona Dun- centration in School Counseling. Westfield, and a 2010 graduate of College, and Raymond Thek, III of SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – Katrina-ravaged parishes of Louisi- ning, Alison Durant, Destinee Edwards, Westfield High School. Scotch Plains, who will attend Loyola Emma Kelly, a Scotch Plains-Fanwood ana, where she assisted in the ongoing Luke Emnas, Katherine Fletcher, Ro- Kelli M. Bruno, daughter of Paul University of Maryland. High School senior, was recently rebuilding efforts. man Gerus, Noelle Giacona, Craig www.goleader.com and Karen Bruno of Cranford, and The asterisk denotes membership awarded the Community Service Over the past four years, Emma Gorbunoff, Fatima Gutierrez, Paige a 2009 graduate of Cranford High in the Newman Chapter of the Na- Scholarship Award from also has worked closely School. tional Honor Society. the Junior League of Eliza- with Autism Times With Emily S. Budnick, daughter of beth-Plainfield. The award Brianna, Inc. and Lawrence and Karen Budnick of BACK TO NATURE Local Residents recognizes high-school se- Claudette Bardwil, the 13 WALNUT AVENUE, CRANFORD NJ • 908-276-4270 Westfield, and a 2010 graduate of nior women who have ex- group’s founder, to de- Westfield High School. Awarded Degrees hibited an outstanding velop a Peer Mentor pro- Brendan P. Burgdorf, son of commitment to commu- gram. This program, Pick Your Summer Deal Betsey Burgdorf of Westfield and At Sacred Heart nity service, as well as su- which Emma was instru- nd Charles Burgdorf of Douglaston, FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Sacred perior academic achieve- mental in developing, has With This Coupon • Good Thru July 2 N.Y., and a 2009 graduate of The Heart University in Fairfield, ment and leadership. enabled high-school stu- Pingry School, Martinsville. Conn. has announced its gradu- Emma earned the award dent leaders to share their Sarah E. Canfield, daughter of 20% off any one item purchased ates from the annual Commence- as a result of her years of Emma Kelly time and talents with spe- James and Lynn Canfield of Scotch ment held on May 14 and 15. tireless effort in the com- cial-needs children. As or Plains, and a 2010 graduate of Approximately 1,200 graduates munity service area. In addition to Lead Peer Mentor, Emma has worked Scotch Plains-Fanwood High received degrees from Sacred volunteering and serving in a leader- to recruit volunteers and to develop Buy 1 Get 1 50% off on any vitamin purchase School. Heart University this year. Area ship role in various school, church and lead educational and recreational (same product or size) Bridget G. Cornwell, daughter residents who received degrees and local community organizations, programs for autistic children and of Curtis and Kathleen Cornwell include: Christine Dagnall of Emma has traveled to Costa Rica, their families. or of Scotch Plains, and a 2008 gradu- Westfield, Bachelor of Arts in Art where she lived in an impoverished This month, Emma will graduate $5 Off any purchase of $25 or more ate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High and Design, and Bridget Buteau village and lent her positive energy to at the top of her class with highest School. of Mountainside, Bachelor of Sci- a Down’s Syndrome orphanage. She honors, and will attend the Univer- Excludes sale items or any other discounts Alexander K. DeRose, son of ence in Business Administration. also spent time in the Hurricane sity of Pennsylvania in the fall. James and Elizabeth DeRose of Mountainside, and a 2010 graduate of Governor Livingston High Quinnipiac Announces School. Spring Dean’s List Jonathan S. Erman, son of Mar- HAMDEN, Conn. — The follow- tin and Sheryl Erman of Westfield, ing area residents were named to the and a 2010 graduate of Westfield Dean’s List for the Spring 2011 se- High School. mester at Quinnipiac University: Spenser F. Frieri, son of John Corinne Laudati of Cranford; Joshua and Donna Frieri of Cranford, and Bornstein of Westfield; Daniel a graduate of Cranford High Sullivan of Westfield; Colin School. Carrasquillo of Mountainside; Kevin Caitlyn M. Oster, daughter of DiStefano of Berkeley Heights and Michael and Margaret Oster of Laura Kapilow of Berkeley Heights. Westfield, and a 2007 graduate of Westfield High School. Lindsay A. Robinson, daughter Local Students Receive of Christopher and Laura Robinson Seton Hall Prep Honors of Fanwood, and a 2010 graduate WEST ORANGE — Three Scotch of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Photo courtesy Russ Mensch UP AND AWAY…Mountainside Plains residents were honored at Se- School. fourth grader William Tracy was the ton Hall Preparatory School’s 151st Blair A. Rolnick, daughter of Grand Prize winner of the Eighth An- Commencement Exercises on June 5. Lawrence and Kimberly Rolnick nual PNC American Patriot Essay Con- Nicholas E. Petrow of Scotch of Westfield, and a graduate of test, a statewide competition in which Plains was named an AP Scholar Peddie School, Hightstown. school children wrote about “What the with Honors and received the Msgr. Sarah E. Canfield, daughter of American Flag Means to Me.” Among his prizes was a tethered hot air bal- Thomas J. Tuohy Award, which is James and Lynn Canfield of Scotch presented to those graduating se- Plains, and a 2010 graduate of loon ride on Monday at Deerfield School. niors who have maintained a 4.0 Scotch Plains-Fanwood High GPA for four years. He was a mem- School. Gettysburg College ber of the National Honor Society and will attend Villanova University Announces Dean’s List in September. GETTYSBURG, Pa. – Gettysburg Sterling D. Gibbs of Scotch Plains College students with a quality point was co-recipient of the Msgr. Will- average of 3.60 or higher (on a 4.0 iam J. Daly ’38 Award as the Out- scale) for a semester’s work are placed standing Athlete in the Senior Class. on the college’s Dean’s Honor List. He also was a recipient of the Men of The following local students have Essex Scholar Athlete Award and been named to the Dean’s Honor List will attend the University of Texas. at Gettysburg College for outstand- Brendan D. Farrell of Scotch ing academic achievement in Spring Plains was a member of the Peer goleader.com/ 2011: Ann-Marie Valentine of Leaders and will attend Virginia subscribe Westfield and Elena Rubino of Ber- Polytechnic Institute and State Uni- keley Heights. versity. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 23, 2011 Page 11 ** See Devil’s Den ** Sports Section ** On Page 15 ** THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-17 ROSE, ANDERSON, PARTRIDGE GET DIVISION HONORS Lady Blue Devils Completed Successful Lax Season at 14-6

By DAVID B. CORBIN top-ranked teams in the state. We did not play in any games this year Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times pulled through with big wins against due to her injury. She is passionate Westfield High School girls la- Immaculate Heart Academy, about the game of lacrosse and has crosse has had a powerful impact on Caldwell and Millburn,” Blue Devil the potential to be a great lacrosse the Union County scene this season. Head Coach Jackie Behrens pointed player,” Coach Behrens said. After the 2010 season, the Lady Blue out. The Blue Devils received strong Devil finished with a 10-10 record Despite having such a successful efforts from their six seniors; defend- (.500 percentage), but this season they season, the Blue Devils had more ers Taylor Anderson, Emma Partridge made a huge leap to finish 14-6 (.700 than their share of injuries. Freshman and Devin Cash, and attackers percentage), in addition to advancing Alexis Kardias, a very promising Katherine Frega, Jenna Sharkey and to the Union County Tournament midfielder, was injured before the Allison Rose. semifinals and to the North Jersey, season began and did not play in any Rose flicked in 43 goals and had 18 Group 4 quarterfinals. games. assists, while adding 12 draw con- “We were successful in improving “We were plagued by injuries, es- trols and 18 ground balls. Sharky had our Power Ranking from 65th in 2010 pecially concussions. I still have not 20 goals, 16 assists and nine ground to 33rd. All of our losses were against seen our team at full strength. Alexis CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times BARELY GETTING BACK IN TIME…Westfield White’s Owen Bartok, right, gets back to first base just before Cranford first baseman Garrett Forrestal, No. 10, catches the ball thrown from pitcher Michael Smith in the fifth inning. BARTOK RIPS TWO HITS, PANSINI FANS 7 IN 3 INNINGS Cranford 12’s Top WF White In Ripken District 12 Ball, 5-2

By DAVID B. CORBIN played good, and I am sure we will be and it all went well. He [Smith] has a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times seeing them in the playoff as we knuckleball that he likes to throw a Opportunities missed and oppor- move forward,” Cranford Coach John lot, so he has been throwing that tunities gained by both teams resulted Oblachinski said. knuckleball out there. That was pretty in a 5-2, Cranford victory over the “We played a very good Cranford interesting,” Coach Oblachinski said. Westfield White 12’s in the position- team. It’s only the second game of the Matt Varano pitched the first three ing round of the Cal Ripken District year. Cranford has been a very difficult innings for the Westfield White and 12 Tournament at Gumbert 3 Field in team for us to beat in the past, and this yielded two runs on four hits, all in Westfield on June 18. Both teams year is no exception,” Westfield White the third inning. Alex Pansini pitched exhibited strong pitching, tight de- Head Coach John Ripperger said. the final three innings and caught the fense and alert base running skills. The Cougars went with three pitch- Cougars off-balance to record seven “Overall, it was a good game. Both ers and starter Garrett Forrestal, who strikeouts. David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times teams played very well. We just hap- struggled a little bit in the first inning, “He (Pansini) has a slow and fast VERY PRODUCTIVE OFFENSIVELY…Blue Devil junior midfielder Emily Gretsky, No. 17, netted 38 goals and 12 assists, pened to get some breaks here and came on strong in the second inning. cutter. He has a great cut fastball. We and added 25 draw controls and 24 ground balls this season. there on some plays in the field. It Thomas Feeney relieved and tossed are trying to get him to change speeds was a good team effort by everyone. two scoreless innings. Michael Smith with it, but he’s really got complete CAPPIELLO SHINES ON MOUND, GANAWAY RBI DBL Westfield played good. Cranford pitched the fifth and sixth innings command of his pitches right now. and held Westfield White scoreless We can’t wait to see how he does later Probitas Verus Honos with his assortment of pitches. in the summer,” said Coach Ripperger, WF White Holds off WF Blue “Feeney was fine, Smith was fine CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 In N. J. All-Star League, 6-2

By DAVID B. CORBIN team pitchers Cappiello and Tom with a run scored. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times DelVecchio also ceded only two “The first three innings, Cappiello Westfield White – donning blue walks. really held us down. We didn’t do The company that stands out from uniforms – received a strong pitching “First time out of the shoot, the much the first three innings. We didn’t performance from Bennie Cappiello pitching was strong. Both teams swing the bat as well as we liked. and key hits from Thomas Ganaway played excellent defensively. We had They pitched well the last three in- the crowd is looking for financial and Alex Apostolos to hold off the the benefit that they had some oppor- nings too. We hit some balls, but we Westfield Blue, wearing white uni- tunities and they had some line drives hit them right at people. We had some forms, 6-2, in the opening game of right at people. Some of the shots bad luck,” Westfield Blue Head Coach representatives who do. the 11U North Jersey All-Star League they hit found our gloves and got us Dan Eliades said. at Gumbert 3 Field in Westfield on out of trouble. The game could have “Cappiello! Anytime we play a big June 15. easily shifted,” Westfield White Head game, ‘Cap’ is the guy who really Both teams finished with six hits, Coach Humberto Vall-Llobera said. gives us a good shot. He is an excel- but the White managed to capitalize “But that’s baseball. Sometimes you lent strike thrower. He has a good on five of their six hits to score three hit where the defense is, and some- approach. He hits locations. He is our Named one of the “Best Places to Launch a Career” runs in the second inning and three times you hit where they aren’t.” big game pitcher,” Coach Vall- more in the fifth. Blue team pitchers Cappiello pitched the first three Llobera said. –BusinessWeek Cory Hiltz, Mark Schiavo and Cory innings, striking out four and walk- In the top of the first inning, Billings combined to allow only two ing one, while allowing only a single Westfield Blue batter Matt Manning walks, while striking out three. White to Ryan Chiricella, who went 2-for-2 CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Ranked one of the “Training Top 125” – Training magazine

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 who added, “Our pitchers pitched the bottom of the first. Trevor ning. In the fifth, Bartok singled and outstanding today. They had a couple McNamara, Varano and Pansini each stole two bases and Meiselman walked of dinkers that we had trouble getting drew walks to load the bases with no to put runners on the corners with one to. If we get to some of those balls, it’s one out. Owen Kessler followed with out. Drew Boley and Echausse both a different ball game. That was the an RBI groundout to second and Owen launched shots to the outfield that key in the game. Those guys put it to Bartok (2-for-3, RBI) brought Varano were caught to end the threat. places where we couldn’t get it.” home with his groundout to short. “We had second and third, nobody The dinkers came in the top of the Jack Meiselman (1-for-1) was hit- out and we had three straight fifth inning. With the score knotted, by-a-pitch then Cullen Birkel’s strikeouts. That was probably a turn- 2-2, Cougar Smith plopped a leadoff grounder back to the mound ended ing point in the game, because the single right over the third baseman’s the inning. next inning was where they got all head. After Pansini fanned the next The Cougars scored two runs in the their runs. We had runners in scoring two batters it appeared that Westfield third inning. Brian Oblachinski position two or three times with no- was going to escape any trouble, but singled, and Forrestal (2-for-4) body out, and we couldn’t get those Feeney dropped a single just in front doubled. Ryan Bakie lofted an RBI guys in. That cost us, but it is early in of the centerfielder. Next, Sean sacrifice fly, and Feeney (2-for-3) the season. I have faith in this team, Leonard (2-for-2) lofted a pop-up that whacked an RBI double to center. and we are going to come back strong resulted in a collision between the Westfield White threatened in the tomorrow,” Coach Ripperger said.

David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times TOUGH WITH GROUND BALLS…Sophomore midfielder Jesse Klein, No. 9, who was selected All-National Division Second Team, led the Raiders with 48 ground balls, while adding nine goals and eight assists. SCHILLER, REGAN MADE NATIONAL DIV. FIRST TEAM Lady Raiders Finished, 8-10; Consider 1st Season a Success

By DAVID B. CORBIN ond Team All-Union County honors. “She is a great athlete. One of our Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Her speed helps her a lot. Her varsity soccer players! She is getting Stepping into the fire usually re- stick skill is getting better. She can better every day. She is taking a lead- sults in some heavy burns, but this always find the open space. She at- ership role in the midfield where we year’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood High tacks the cage very well. She always like to put the pressure on the oppos- School girls lacrosse team, playing at seems to be in the right place at the ing team. With her speed, she can do the varsity level for the first time, held right time,” Coach Rafferty said. that,” Coach Rafferty said. its own and finished with an 8-10 Sophomore midfielder Haley Regan Sophomore midfielder Jesse Klein record. (First Team All-National Division, All- (All-National Division Second Team) “Overall, it was pretty good. Third- Union County Honorable Mention) led the team with 48 ground balls, year program! This is our first year as netted 19 goals and nine assists, while while adding nine goals and eight a varsity program. My coaching staff scooping 32 ground balls. assists. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times is very pleased. Out of those 10 losses, “She would have had close to as “Another soccer player! Her job WATCHING THE PLAY INTENTLY…Cranford coach John Oblachinski, center, watches intently as Westfield White three were to state powerhouses Oak many goals as Liz Schiller, but she throughout the year was to mark the first baseman Jack Meiselman, left, scoops the ball in time to get the putout on Cougar Danny Maglino. Knoll, Kent Place and Summit. An- got hurt toward the end of the season. team’s best player. She did a great job other loss was to Westfield, which is She is everywhere. She seems to get a couple of times on Nikki Kleiman centerfielder and right fielder, which third, fourth and fifth innings but failed “This is our first full week into the a more established program,” Raider the ground balls when needed. She is from Cranford,” Coach Rafferty said. resulted in a two-run single. Brian to get a foot on home plate. Bartok travel season after playing in the Head Coach Rob Rafferty said. “We always hard working. She is in and As a matter of fact, coach Rafferty McGovern singled and Ryan and Meiselman singled in the third Westfield Knights of Columbus Tour- are a very young team, and we are out of where she should be at the right considered their two biggest wins to Abrahamsen followed with an RBI inning. Michael Eshausse had a lead- nament on Memorial Day weekend, only getting better.” place, making the big play when be over Cranford. single to give the Cougars a 5-2 lead. off walk and stole second in the fourth and Westfield does a good job here in Junior midfielder Elizabeth Schiller needed. She goes about her business,” “We beat Cranford twice. They Jack Schetelich popped up to short to then Ian Humphry followed with an this tournament. It should be a lot of played a huge role in the Raiders’ Coach Rafferty said. were a little more established than we end the inning. infield single, but Feeney fanned the fun for the next couple of weeks. success. She led the Raiders with 32 Sophomore midfielder Annie were. The first game, we had a five- Westfield plated both of its runs in next three batters to escape the in- There are 10 teams in this tourna- goals, while adding eight assists and Cannone earned National Division six goal lead and hung on. That win ment, and the top-two advance to the scooping 41 ground balls. Her efforts Second Team honors and netted 16 made the girls believe that we could See More Westfield/Cranford Photos – goleader.com – states,” Coach Oblachinski said. earned her All-Conference National goals with six assists, while scooping play with some of the better compe- Click ***** “Online Cranford Sports” ***** Cranford Cougars 002 030 5 Division First Team honors and Sec- 32 ground balls. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Westfield White 200 000 2

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As midfielders, Jordan Yarusi netted nine goals, five assists and 16 draw controls, and her sister Madison contributed three goals and three draw controls. Midfielder Caroline Bertoni had two goals, 13 draw controls and 18 ground balls. Sophomores, Elizabeth Cusick (midfielder) and Courtney Weisse (attacker) were wrecking machines to opposing defenders. Cusick led the 110 Midvale Terrace, Westfield $439,000 team with 80 goals, 60 draw controls RECENTLY REDUCED! Immaculate 3 Bedroom, 1 ½ Bath home on and 37 ground balls, while contribut- a beautiful ¼ acre lot featuring Living Room, Formal Dining Room, ing 19 assists. Weisse netted 46 goals, David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 25 assists, 40 draw controls and 15 UNION COUNTY CREAM OF THE CROP…Blue Devil Tom Kowalski became the Union County Tournament “Cream cozy Eat-in-Kitchen on the first floor. The ground level offers a Family ground balls. Midfielder Mariah of the Crop” when he defeated Plainfield’s Emanuel Jallin in the first singles championship match. Room, w/access to the garage, powder room, and laundry/utility room. Baker had seven goals, four assists, Three bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. Dir. Tudor 13 draw controls and 13 ground balls. Oval to Midvale Terrace. The Blue Devils also received strong KOWALSKI WAS UCT BEST, CHU WON 3 UCT CROWNS efforts from goalie Casey Gillespie OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, June 26th • 1-4PM and defender Betsey Crossland. Cusick and Weisse were named to the All-Union County Conference All- Blue Devil Net Boys Establish Star Team and Gretsky was an Hon- orable Mention. The trio was also selected to the All-Freedom Division First Team. Freshman midfielder Anna Tanji Identity, Won UCT Finish, 20-5 had 43 draw controls and 16 ground balls, while netting eight goals and By DAVID B. CORBIN pionship and get 20 wins.’ It’s a sea- 1, 6-3, in the championship match. nine assists. Attacker Mary Randazzo Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times son that almost every team in New Kowalski, who won the UCT second netted eight goals and 10 assists, while Four years of the state’s best teams Jersey in any and every sport would singles title last year, finished 22-4 adding 10 draw controls and 21 presented very large shoes to fill for be exceedingly happy.” this season and had a career record of ground balls. Midfielder Rebecca this year’s Westfield High School boys For Coach Kapner, who has coached 65-6. Kraus had 10 draw controls, 10 ground tennis team. So the Blue Devils had to boys and girls soccer and boys tennis “Tom, I have nothing but wonder- balls and an assist. Bertoni and Tanji establish their own identity in style and swimming, sweeping the UCT ful things to say about. All the things were named All-Freedom Division and swept the Union County Tourna- this year achieved a milestone by re- that were supposed to happen his Honorable Mentions. ment, won the Westfield Invitational, cording his 100th tournament victory senior year happened. He matured. Bertoni and Gretsky have been won their conference and finished – that included county, conference and His game went to another level both named team captains for next year. with a 20-5 record. group only and does not include invi- tactically, technically and mentally. “Next year we return a lot of our In the previous four years, the Blue tational tournaments, such as the He was absolutely the best player in 873 Fairacres Avenue, Westfield $839,900 starters. In addition, we have incom- Devils won four sectional champion- Delbarton Tournament, etc. the county,” Coach Kapner said. “I NEW PRICE! Spacious 4 Bedroom 2 ½ bath Center Hall Colonial ing freshmen, who could make an ships, four Group 4 titles and made Blue Devil senior Tom Kowalski, was kind of sad that he chose to go to impact on the field. Although we lost four trips to the Tournament of Cham- at first singles, became the UCT the prom instead playing the state with numerous updates including gleaming hardwood floors. The Taylor Anderson and Emma Partridge pions (TOC) grabbing two titles to “Cream of the Crop” when he de- singles tournament, because I think lovely Foyer is flanked by formal Living and Dining Rooms; Eat In on defense and Allison Rose on at- add to four UCT titles. feated Plainfield’s Emanuel Jallin, 6- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Kitchen with access to Mud/Laundry Room; first floor Family Room tack, I think our underclassmen “It was a very good season! If you w/fplc; nice sized Bedrooms including a Master Suite with full bath. learned a lot this year and are ready to compare it to the last four years, that’s take it to the next level,” said Coach very unfair. The last four years was Large basement and 2 car Garage for storage. Nicely landscaped yard Behrens, who added, “The key to our very likely the greatest in Westfield with hot tub. Dir. Gallows Hill Road to Fairacres. success next year will be our off- history. The only timeframe [for season work ethic. We realize that we Westfield] that could compare to that OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, June 25th • 1-4PM must put in our time in the off-season was in the late 80’s and they never to make our weaknesses our strengths. won four Group 4 championships in a I believe that these girls are capable row,” Blue Devil Head Coach George of playing with the top teams in the Kapner said. “So this team comes state. As a whole, our program has along, and quote, ‘all they do is win a made tremendous strides in the right conference championship, a county direction.” championship, an invitational cham- Lady Raiders Finish, 8-10

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 tition and hosting the county game defense with junior co-captain Allie and beating Cranford again. Those Grimm (13 ground balls), junior were the two most memorable wins,” Allison Speck (20 ground balls) and 1 JENNA CT, SCOTCH PLAINS $849,000 he said. sophomore Taylor Smith. Stunning 5 bedroom, 3.1 bath Colonial on a landscaped corner lot. Freshman attacker Andrea “Offense is a little more natural for First floor bedroom and full bath, formal LR and DR, extra spacious McNeeley (All-National Division some of these girls. Defense is a little eat-in kitchen which leads to family room. Large rooms. Beautiful Second Team) scored 21 goals and harder thing to teach. We also play a large back yard with patio. 725 4th Avenue, Westfield $899,900 added three assists and 25 ground lot of zone defense, which is not done balls. that many times in girls lacrosse,” Step into another quality Colonial built by Michael Mahoney! Set on “She is one of the ones that we Coach Rafferty explained. a nice deep lot this home offers a spacious floor plan with beautiful benefited from having a great youth Senior goalie Alyssa Ricci, “only hardwood floors throughout. Two story Foyer leading to Living Room; program that last couple of years. Her played two years of lacrosse, did a Formal Dining Room, Eat-in-Kitchen, with granite countertops and stick skills are as good as the older heck of a job. Alyssa got hurt a little kids. She has been playing even longer bit. We had a freshman, Megan Walsh, beautiful cabinetry, opens to Family Room with fireplace; powder than they have. We see great things step in and do a heck of a job. Alyssa, room and mud room complete the first floor. The second floor boasts coming from Andrea,” Coach Rafferty 45 percent of her shots she saved. 4 Bedrooms including a large master suite with full bath and walk-in- expressed. Megan saved 47 percent of her shots. closet. And don’t miss the lower level with its expansive recreation Freshman Julie Hagan netted 11 That’s a big task for a freshman,” goals and scooped eight ground balls. Coach Rafferty pointed out. room, full bath, walk-in closet, and plenty of storage area. to see! An “She has a good shot. When she Of the three seniors, Bruckman was attached 2 car garage completes this amazing residence. Dir. Benson gets the opportunity, she puts the ball a National Division Conference Hon- to Fourth. in the net. Out of 11 goals, I believe orable Mention, so with the vast ma- six or seven were from the free posi- jority of the girls returning, the Raid- OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, June 26th • 1-4PM tion,” Coach Rafferty said. ers’ prospects look promising. 536 W GROVE ST, WESTFIELD $449,000 Co-Captain Meghan Bruckman and “We got realigned in the confer- Beautifully maintained 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath Cape on a large corner Elsa Leistikow contributed 11 goals ence. We are playing some of the lot. Formal LR and DR, EIK, enclosed front porch, large finished each, and Samantha Diaz had six same competition. We are also play- basement. Spacious lot and close to schools, train and shopping. goals. ing some of the better teams. We are As the season progressed, the Raid- looking to go up. We are looking for ers’ defense began to come into its our record to go above .500. We only own. The Raiders also had a young lose three seniors. We have a lot of good girls coming in, so things are Union County Baseball looking bright here,” Coach Rafferty All-Conference Team: said. 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CORBIN bone to our defense.” became the final Blue Devil to walk to the UCT second doubles champion- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times off the courts, after splitting his first ship match, dropping only one game Offitzer, a midfielder, according to two sets, 6-2, 2-6, then winning the in their previous three matches. The With only four seniors on the squad, Coach Ellsworth, “was Mr. Every- third set, 6-2, over Alex Hocken of pair then proceeded to defeat Adam the youthful Scotch Plains-Fanwood thing with a team-leading 64 ground New Providence for the third singles Sann and Seth Keller (New Provi- High School boys lacrosse team balls and second on the team in goals crown. For Chu, it was his third UCT dence), 6-0, 6-3. Rickles finished 17- gained needed experience in its inau- with 25.” title (2008 at second doubles, 2010 at 2 and Greene finished 15-2. gural season at the varsity level and As a midfielder, Coloney stuffed in first doubles). He finished this season Three juniors also played a number finished with a respectable 6-12 15 goals and added 10 assists. with a 20-5 record and had a career of doubles matches at the varsity level record. “We are losing some pivotal pieces record of 60-9. this season. Jacob Ziff finished 11-3, Competing with tough Union to our team this year in the midfield “Great three years with three county Will Geoghegan finished 10-1 and County opponents, the Raider boys and in the goal,” Coach Ellsworth championships! One of them his Jacob Harris finished 9-3. took their lumps against established noted. sophomore year with his brother Blue Devils, junior Max Mancini teams like the Westfield Blue Devils The Raider s did, however, get some James! What a great thing to share on and senior Josh Simmons, at first David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and the Cranford Cougars, who played significant production from several the doubles court! You have to give doubles, came out on top of Tony READY TO MAKE THE PUTOUT…Westfield White first baseman Mike Birle in the Union County Tournament of their underclassmen, beginning (blue uniform) prepares to put the tag on Westfield Blue’s Andrew Eliades (white championship game against the Sum- with junior attacker Dan Nizolak, him a great deal of credit. He missed Therattil and Mike Herrigel of New uniform) in the second inning. the entire pre-season, and he had to Providence, 7-5, 6-3, for the UCT mit Hilltoppers, then ranked No. 1 in who led the team with 34 goals. get his game going, while we were title. Mancini finished with a 16-5 New Jersey. But the Raiders most Sophomore attacker Jack building for the tournaments. Late in record, and Simmons, who won the memorable victory came in a 12-11 Cunningham led the team with 18 the year, his game came together,” UCT at second doubles last year, fin- Coach Kapner said. ished with a 20-4 record and 42-7 WF White Holds off WF Blue Blue Devil sophomore Scott Th- career record. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 ompson, who won at second doubles “Josh had a great season. We last year, competed at second singles bounced our doubles around. We re- hit a two-out bomb to deep centerfield Cappiello, who tossed to first for the and went on to defeat Gabe Rissman ally had seven almost equal young that was mishandled. He attempted to third out. of Summit, 6-1, 6-2, to claim his men playing doubles, so we were get to third base, but he was a little Westfield White’s Mark Walter second UCT crown. Thompson fin- constantly trying to find the right fit. late. Jake Vall-Llobera ripped a one- grounded out in the third inning and ished with a 27-4 record. It speaks well for next year. We will out single to center in the bottom of Matt Barmakian grounded out in the “He is a sophomore who has a great still have tremendous depth. We will the inning but two straight strikeouts fourth. Shiavo pitched both innings future here. He won two county cham- see how hard they work,” Coach left him stranded. and held the White team scoreless. In pionships as an individual. He had a Kapner said. Westfield White’s chance came in the meantime, Westfield Blue missed the second inning. Michael Knapp an opportunity in the fourth when plopped a leadoff single over first. White team centerfielder Steve Barden Cappiello walked. Jake Lierie (1-for- robbed Billings of an extra base hit 2, 2 RBI) tapped a grounder to the with a spectacular catch then Chris mound, which resulted in an over- Marner followed with a single to left. throw that allowed Knapp and “The earth is covered by three- Cappiello to score. Ganaway (1-for- quarters water, and Stevie Barden 2, 2 runs scored, RBI double) hit a covers the rest,” commented Coach grounder that looked like a sure base Vall-Llobera. hit, but the ball hit Lierie as he was Westfield Blue hit the ball espe- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times running to third, causing Lierie to be cially hard in the fifth inning with RAIDER MR. EVERYTHING…Senior midfielder Jonah Offitzer, according to automatically out. Apostolos followed singles from Andrew Eliades and Coach Ken Ellsworth, was “Mr. Everything” with a team-leading 64 ground balls with a single and Brice Dannivig (2 Robert Norris, but Sean Taylor’s and and second on the team in goals with 25. RBI) hit an RBI groundout to make Devin’s shots were drilled right into win over the A.L. Johnson Crusaders. assists. Defensively, sophomore Tyler the score, 3-0. the glove of pitcher DelVecchio. The four seniors, Jason Mazursky, Haack scooped 54 ground balls, while The Blue threatened in the third. In the fifth, Cappiello walked and Jonah Offitzer, Sean Coloney and adding a goal and three assists. Jun- TOURNAMENT CHAMPS…The Full Count Baseball 16U Team won the Flood City Elite Baseball Tournament in Johnstown, Pa. Substantial contributions were After Tanner Devin grounded out to stole second. Lierie slapped an RBI Miles Pitre, did, however, provide ior Dan Lynch also provided strong made by all the team’s players, including the Westfield contingent of Chris Arena, second for the second out, Schiavo single and Ganaway rapped his RBI leadership. defense. Jacob Boyle, Bradley DeMartino, Michael Fasciale and Marc Luino. DeMartino walked and Chiricella singled, but double. Apostolos singled to center, “Our graduating seniors provided “We are very excited for next year’s pitched a seven-inning no hitter to lead the team to a 4-0 victory in the Champi- Brett Denner’s steaming grounder and Dannivig’s slow roller back to the a great deal of leadership and com- team. With only losing four seniors, onship Game on June 19 against the Mon Valley Panthers of Monessen, Pa. back to the mound was smothered by mound gave Ganaway time to score mitment to the program,” Raider Head we will have a very experienced group the sixth run. Michael Birle hit a sharp Coach Ken Ellsworth said. of players next year, including our grounder to third for the third out. As the starting goalie, Mazursky leading goal scorer Dan Nizolak and The Blue rallied in the sixth. Shiavo finished with 125 saves and accord- our leading assist man Jack Kimberley Aslanian Haley walked. Chiricella singled. Denner ing to Coach Ellsworth, “improved Cunningham. With Tyler Haack and laid down a bunt RBI single and Matt with every game and became a back- Dan Lynch returning on the defen- Bromberg added an RBI to finalize sive side, my assistant coaches and I #1 REALTOR COLDWELL BANKER WESTFIELD OFFICES ~ BUYER CONTROLLED SALES 2010, 2008 & 2007 the scoring. are excited for the direction of the #2 REALTOR COLDWELL BANKER WESTFIELD OFFICES ~ OVERALL PRODUCTION 2010, 2008 & 2007 “From the middle of the lineup, WTA Mixed Masters program.” Ganaway and Apostolos, their two Tennis Ladder Told: big hits really gave us two big insur- WTA Singles – on Page 17 ance runs or else the game would In the third reporting period, Joe have been tight. That came from a Donnolo lost, 5-8, and then regained part of the order that I really need to his lead of the Masters ladder with an WTA Mixed Doubles hit this year. I was glad that those 8-5 win over Peter Lee. Others moved guys came through for me today,” up the ladder with matches while Tennis Ladder Told: Coach Vall-Llobera said. several dropped due to inactivity. No matches were played in the third “I thought we pitched well at the 1. Joe Donnolo (7) * reporting period. The fourth reporting end of the game. Mark Shiavo, par- 2. Peter Lee (6) * period will end on July 3. Please report ticularly, pitched very well for us. I 3. Chris Wendel (5) * 4. Dave Zagorski (4) all match activity and questions to thought we played good defense. We 5. Don Dohm (3) * Richard Pardo at had a couple of hiccups in the second 6. Mike McGlynn (4) [email protected] and visit the inning, but it was not a bad game for 7. John Mancini (1) WTA website at the first game,” Coach Eliades said. 8. Ted Moss (4) * 9. Janice Honymar (1) www.westfieldnj.com/wta/index.html Westfield Blue 000 002 2 10. Nancy Freundlich for more information about the ladder. Westfield White 030 03x 6 * active in reporting period 1. 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The yin and yang of life has been week, it would have taken a lot to rain on Fact: Everly was the second his former players; football’s Les Zorge discussed here often in the past. How my happiness parade. In fact, it would’ve winningest coach in school history with in 1960, basketball’s Cy Fulton, whose too much joy in one’s life has to be been darn near impossible. But all it a 144 W’s, and quite of a few of his 1970 team went 6-13 and allowed 118 balanced by something not quite as cool. took was a phone call from a friend players went on to outstanding college points in one game to SPFHS (WHS did It’s just how life works. Twice over the wanting to know how the baseball team careers. Having seen every WHS coach put up 85); basketball’s Joe Soviero and past few weeks, that has come into play. did. After talking about that, he asked if since 1961, Everly ranks at or near the soccer’s Walt Leonow in 1990, lacrosse’s As fate would have it, while I was I’d heard about boys basketball coach top, in terms of teaching fundamentals Shaun Cherewich in 1996, swimming’s enjoying a once-in-my-lifetime moment Kevin Everly being fired. and getting kids to play hard. Don’t yours truly in 2006, and ice hockey’s at Toms River High School South on Pfffffffffffffffffft! There went the air know how he dealt with the kids on a Brendan Hickey this year. Couldn’t get June 11, watching WHS play in the state out of my victory balloon. day-to-day basis, but, however he dealt verification about whether Dick Zimmer Group 4 baseball finals, Joe Della Badia My mind wandered back to the WHS with them, they always played hard and (football, 1984) and Pete Lima (base- Sr. was passing away at the age of 76 in games I’d seen over the past 14 years, knew what they were doing. (He prob- ball, 1982) were fired or just stepped David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Meriden, N.H. DEEP CONCENTRATION…Raider Evan Shlissel concentrates on the return. (close) losses more often than wins, but ably would get lower grades from those down. Shlissel and Josh Lopez placed fifth in the county tournament at first doubles. Joe Della Badia. The name doesn’t always with a team of disciplined play- all-knowing parents whose kids didn’t (Note: Two of the above-mentioned mean much to most current Westfielders, ers, guys well trained in the fundamen- develop into the D-1 scholarship win- coaches are currently in the Westfield unless they are really old, or had kids in tals. They all knew how to box out, ners they vicariously expected.) Athletic Hall of Fame, and three or four LEISCHNER GOT 3RD AT 3 SGL IN UCT the 1970s and ’80s, when Joe’s kids handle the ball, throw bounce passes, Fact: For those who worry about won- of the others are deserving of the honor.) were playing at WHS. set picks, play defense, and distribute lost records, in the 32 years prior to These odd moves are not limited to But for some of us, Joe Della Badia the ball. And they always played hard. Everly getting the head job (1966-97), WHS. North Hunterdon recently let 30- was, and always will be, “Uncle Joe”, Given a schedule that includes St. WHS had 13 winning seasons and 19 year baseball coach Parker Snare and Raider Net Boys Rallied the coach of the greatest public school Patrick, Linden, Elizabeth, Plainfield, losing marks. There were no county or his 501 career wins “retire” (with a swim dynasty this state will ever know. Union, SPFHS – twice each – I’m not sectional titles under Everly; there were $1.95 plaque for a going-away gift) and From 1964 to 1967, “Let’s go for Uncle sure who could have put up better records no county and one sectional during those Lenape fired 19-year girls basketball Joe” was the chant as WHS swept to then Everly’s teams put up. previous 32 years. Everly’s average- coach Lynn Brennan, who was 23-4 and From Slow Beginning Union County, New Jersey and Eastern I thought of the heartbreaking over- season record over 14 years was 10-12, 19-9 the past two years. And so it goes. Interscholastics titles, and was annually time loss to Elizabeth two years ago, as compared to the previous 32 year’s Rumors are floating around that By DAVID B. CORBIN at least five of those matches. But that among the top three in the country in when Pat Sabatino almost broke several average-season record of . . . 10-12. former WHS three-sport stars Brian Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Swimming World magazine’s mythical wasn’t the case, due to many con- blood vessels trying to help WHS pull Both eras had two-year aberrations – the Ciemniecki, Jim McKeon and Jay Cook A rough road (schedule) and flicts and not enough time at the end rankings. off the upset. 25-2 and 24-2 records in Neil Horne’s could be coming back as teachers- It’s true that those WHS teams were weather conditions made it difficult of the season to make-up those I thought of the steamy July day a first two seasons and the 3-18 and 4-16 coaches. I wish them luck and hope for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High matches,” Raider Head Coach Gary loaded with talent – Doug Eakeley, Dave couple summers ago, when I wandered seasons when Everly first took over; whoever WHS hires goes 30-0 every Perkowski, Gregg Smolenski, Peter into the WHS gym and saw Everly work- School boys tennis team to finish Wasserman said. take them out and the 32-year average year. with a winning record this season. Heesch, Doug McOwen, Steve McCoy, ing with a player on shooting technique, season falls to 9-13, while Everly’s av- But that won’t take away the unset- Eight of the Raiders’ losses came John Ketcham, Harvey Gerber, John while also giving Chris Sheehan some erage season jumps to 11-11. tling feeling that the departure of Kevin After a rugged 1-6 start, the Raiders at the rackets of top-20 teams, which Greene, Dave Demarest, Tom McCoy, ball-handling drills. Fact: It’s very, very, very difficult to Everly leaves. did, however, turn their season included Union County Tournament Greg and Pete Klaiber, Glenn Gruber, I thought of going down to Toms get fired at WHS. Since the Korean War, NEXT WEEK around, going 8-7 to finish with a 9- (UCT) champion Westfield. The Jeff Schaub, Bruce MacLay, Don Mutz, River one Sunday to see Mike Venezia there’s only been football’s Joe Free- The final Devil’s Den of the school 13 record. Raiders made a strong showing at the etc. But Uncle Joe was a master at play in the state all-star game . . . and man, whose 1954 firing created a stench year will include the 2011 Devil of the “We had six matches canceled, UCT and finished fifth out of 16 getting the most out of those guys, and seeing Everly there. that remains to this day in the opinion of Year. which I believe we would have won CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 he was also a supreme strategist. On I thought of the game late this past Feb. 12, 1966, the Blue Devils took on winter at North Brunswick. WHS posted the Princeton freshman in a Saturday a 50-45 win. North Brunswick was 17- Hye-Young Choi, Sales Associate night meet, looking to avenge the only 4. WHS was 12-11. (I wonder now if the blemish on the 1965 season. The Wallace North Brunswick coach was canned.) 908-301-2015, Direct Pool was packed beyond capacity and Everly went into the athletic director’s the meet turned on one event. Uncle Joe office at the end of the day on Friday, #1 REALTOR, Total Production - 11 Years! held star sprinter McOwen out of the May 27, thinking he was getting a year- NJAR® Circle of Excellence Platinum - 2002-2009 100 freestyle and then used him with end review. Instead, he got to spend his Ketcham for a tide-turning 1-2 finish Memorial Day weekend wondering what NJAR® Circle of Excellence Gold - 1987-2001 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE that lifted WHS to a 53-42 victory. had just happened after first-year AD Wherever the 1965 and ’66 teams Sandy Mamary told him his coaching performed, people watched in awe. At services were no longer needed. those county meets, WHS won all 11 “There was absolutely no warning . . events both years. The 1965 team won . like, hey, you should change this or seven of 11 events at states, while the that, or you can do better at that,” he ’66 took nine of 11. Even at the Easterns, said. “I had no negative evaluations at with teams from Maine to Florida and the end of the year for any year I was all the way west to the Mississippi River, there. Even this year, there was no nega- WHS won six of the 11 events both tive feedback.” years. The state rewrote several entry The AD said she had quite a few rules after Della Badia’s career, to try to sleepless nights, while mulling over her curtain WHS’s dominance. decision. Della Badia was an all-state shortstop “I’m not the type to do something like at Bloomfield High School, and his older this haphazardly,” she said. “It was well sons Joe and Tommy were both football thought-out. There was no hidden quarterbacks and outstanding baseball agenda. I spoke to a lot of people, hash- players at WHS. ing it out. I had to do what I felt was best But being the WHS swim coach for the kids. doesn’t define Della Badia, who went “I want all our coaches to have the on to be a principal at Summit and complete package: knowledge of the Chatham Township high schools, be- sport, getting the kids to play hard, and fore he moved to New Hampshire and dealing with the kids. At Westfield, we Scotch Plains…NEW HOME-NEW CAR. 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Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Page 16 Thursday, June 23, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SPF Raider Tennis Boys Rallied CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 teams with a total of 28 points at Sophomore Andrew Leischner, also Donald Van Blake Courts in Plainfield on the Raider soccer team in the fall, on April 21. By season’s end, the became quite a pleasant surprise and Raiders were ranked fourth among captured the third singles position. With the Union County teams. his unorthodox style and excellent con- Additionally, the Raiders qualified ditioning, he battled his way to place for the North Jersey, Group 3, Section third at the UCT after recording a 6-4, 2 Tournament. 6-2 win over Matt Celona of Summit. “We lost in the second round of the Sophomore Jack Rosenheck and state sectionals, in a nail-biter match senior Bob Douglass made a good DIVISION CHAMPIONS…The undefeated Westfield Gould soccer team won that lasted three hours and 47 minutes showing at the UCT by placing fourth the ICYSL U12 Girls B Division. Pictured are (front row) Isabel Lee, Samantha against a very tough Chatham team,” at second doubles after falling to Eric Ricci, Lauren Ho, Samantha Gould, Erin Suler, (back row) Hailey Nettler, Nina Coach Wasserman pointed out. Hermann and Andrew Gilbert in the Alameno, Sydney Stewart, Nafisa Ahmed, Coach Jim Gould, Grace Venezia, The Raiders were led by Tri-Cap- third-place consolation. Emily Greaney, Lindsay Miller, Kayla Bleich, Elizabeth Brown-Cordero, tains Ezra Klemow (first singles), Eric “I would like to thank not only the Madeleine Armstrong, Catherine Barry, Maggie McDonald, Natali Pinho, Trainer Leyden (second singles) and Evan players for a wonderful season, but Neil Radley, Lindsey Sharlow, and Zoe Garceau. Shlissel (first doubles). Leyden placed also the parents for supporting the seventh in the UCT, while Shlissel team. In addition, I would like to MAJORS DIVISION CHAMPS…The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth Baseball and teammate Josh Lopez placed fifth thank the Boosters and Mr. [Ryan] Association Yankees won the Majors Division World Series on June 16. Pictured, Union County Senior 50+ after defeating Jenson Butler and Nick Miller [Assistant Principal/Athletics] in no order, are: Matt Vignola, Luke Uriarte, Brain Kenny, Ryan Yawger, Mastrandrea of Governor Livingston, for another great year,” commented William Kluckas, John Vinci, Donnie Perkins, Brendan McEwen, Sean McNeely, 6-4, 6-4. Coach Wasserman. Michael DiGiacomo and Nick Stetin. Coaches are: Steve DiGiacomo, Dave Softball League Standings: Kluckas, Rick Yawger, Mike Vignola (not pictured: coach Kevin McEwen). 50+ DIVISION A (June 19): Drifters Joe Sarica (4-for-4), Steve TEAM W L Lerner, Jack Helfrich, Stu Lukowiak, Renda Roads 8 2 Ron Martins and Andy Holup (all 3- Scotch Plains Men’s Roselle American Legion 8 3 for-4), Jeff Villani, Mike DiRienzo (5 St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s Liberty Lighting/Frenchy’s 8 3 Awning Galore 6 4 RBI), Keith McDede, Mac Kowaleski, Softball League Results: Top Line Appliance 5 4 Pat Enright and Tommy Siano all had Softball League Standings: Contact Lens & Vision 3 8 multi-hit games. 50+ DIVISION B: Kilkenny 17, Creative I 14 MONDAY DIVISION (JUNE 15): pears they have started on a roll fielder’s head to clear the bases. 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Awnings 17, Molly Maguire’s 3 each knocked in a run, and Donny at least three wins, and at least three WEDNESDAY NIGHT – Has the direction of rookie manager Jeff The Georgies plated two runs in the Awnings erupted with a 25-hit at- White and Dave Goodman solidified losses. On top is the always-enter- Bernardo and Mastrocola sold their Friedlander, and St. James, coached top of the first thanks to the tack for the win. Winning pitcher Tom the defense. taining Sofa Kings, as Gatto contin- soul to the devil in order to sit on top by Jim Killeen. However, as any true McKinney/Labin one-two punch. Pasko (2B, 3B), Bruce Crawford, Bob Nicolina 12, Creative Too 10 ues to go to the whip with his team in of the standings? This is a blast from St. Bart’s follower knows, it isn’t They added another run in the fourth Lorincz, Bob Rahnenfuhrer, Brian Strong hilling and fielding from Ron order to drive results. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN lost to the Blue Devils, 14-8, without and Diano was named Third Team/ Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the services of Bender. Honorable Mention. A milestone was attained this sea- “The win over Westfield was huge Tom Fitzgerald led the Cougars son when the Cranford High School and propelled us to our first ever with 61 points, scoring 30 goals and (CHS) boys lacrosse team advanced appearance in the UC finals. It was adding 31 assists. He also had 75 to the Union County Tournament definitely the highlight of the season. ground balls. Rubin netted 34 goals (UCT) championship game for the Then losing to an amazing Summit and 15 assists for 49 points, and added first time in its history to play the then team is nothing to be ashamed of,” 111 ground balls. Diano flicked in 23 undefeated, No. 1 ranked Summit Cougar Head Coach Al Reinoso said. goals and added 20 assists for 43 Hilltoppers. The Cougars finished with a .500 points, while scooping 62 ground The Cougar boys did it in style record within their conference and balls. Knight notched 27 goals and with a 4-3 victory over second-seeded 10-9 overall. They also qualified for had 86 ground balls. Westfield in the UCT semifinal round the state tournament where they lost Anstatt finished with a 7.81 goals at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield in the first round to a solid Northern against average, and had a save per- on May 12. The Cougars built a 4-0 Highlands squad. centage of .688, with 214 saves on lead with the strong face-offs of se- “Our biggest win in conference the season. Gritty senior midfielder nior midfielder Will Bender and goals was the win over Saint Peter’s. They Joey Papandrea led the team with 137 from senior attacker Luke Diano, are a very strong team, and our boys ground balls. sophomore attacker Tom Fitzgerald, came up big against them,” Coach According to Coach Reinoso, “Joey senior midfielder Eric Knight and Reinoso said. was a defensive standout at midfield David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times junior attacker J.R. Rubin. Senior Rubin and Fitzgerald were selected as well.” TAKING A GIANT LEAP…Cranford shortstop Michael Smith leaps high in the air for a ball as Westfield White’s Michael goalie Bobby Anstatt made 12 saves. First Team All-Conference, while Bender, who played only had a Echausse steals second base in the fourth inning of the Cal Ripken District 12 Tournament. Earlier in the season, the Cougars Anstsatt was selected Second Team CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 FORRESTAL, FEENEY, LEONARD RAP TWO HITS EACH Cranford 12’s Top WF White In Ripken District 12 Ball, 5-2

By DAVID B. CORBIN there on some plays in the field. It The Cougars went with three pitch- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times was a good team effort by everyone. ers and starter Garrett Forrestal, who Opportunities missed and oppor- Westfield played good. Cranford struggled a little bit in the first inning, tunities gained by both teams resulted played good, and I am sure we will be came on strong in the second inning. in a 5-2, Cranford victory over the seeing them in the playoff as we Thomas Feeney relieved and tossed Westfield White 12’s in the position- move forward,” Cranford Coach John two scoreless innings. Michael Smith ing round of the Cal Ripken District Oblachinski said. pitched the fifth and sixth innings 12 Tournament at Gumbert 3 Field in “We played a very good Cranford and held Westfield White scoreless Westfield on June 18. Both teams team. It’s only the second game of the with his assortment of pitches. exhibited strong pitching, tight de- year. Cranford has been a very diffi- “Feeney was fine, Smith was fine

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David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times LOOKING FOR AN OPEN TEAMMATE…Cougar midfielder Billy Davitt, No. 19, looks for an open teammate as Cougar SLIDING UNDER THE TAG…Westfield White’s Trevor McNamara slides under Cougar second baseman Brian defender Alex Fries, No. 3, observes. Oblachinski’s tag as he steals second in the first inning. Cranford Boy Laxers Advanced to UCT Final Cranford 12’s Top WF White, 5-2, in District 12

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 couple of games this season, totaled four games of the season. The team Coach Reinoso added, “Playing in innings for the Westfield White and two batters it appeared that Westfield The Cougars scored two runs in the 266 ground balls for his four-year rallied without him and remained the Union County finals for the first yielded two runs on four hits, all in was going to escape any trouble, but third inning. Brian Oblachinski varsity career, which put him fourth competitive throughout the season, time was exciting for the athletes and the third inning. Alex Pansini pitched Feeney dropped a single just in front singled, and Forrestal (2-for-4) on the all-time CHS list for ground and picked up victories along the staff. It is an honor to make it that far the final three innings and caught the of the centerfielder. Next, Sean doubled. Ryan Bakie lofted an RBI balls. way. Most of our games were tough, in any county, in any sport. Cougars off-balance to record seven Leonard (2-for-2) lofted a pop-up sacrifice fly, and Feeney (2-for-3) “The season was especially excit- but the way our team battled for wins As to the Cougars’ outlook for next strikeouts. that resulted in a collision between whacked an RBI double to center. ing because we lost our most dy- made us very proud of their skills and year, Coach Reinoso said, “This year “He (Pansini) has a slow and fast the centerfielder and right fielder, Westfield White threatened in the namic player early in the season, Will their competitive attitude. All things we are losing a very good goal tender, cutter. He has a great cut fastball. We which resulted in a two-run single. third, fourth and fifth innings but failed Bender. Will was returning First Team considered it was a solid season,” and some tough, scrappy middies. are trying to get him to change speeds Brian McGovern singled and Ryan to get a foot on home plate. Bartok and All-County and Division player. He Coach Reinoso said. We will have to work hard to replace with it, but he’s really got complete Abrahamsen followed with an RBI Meiselman singled in the third inning. was able to return for only the last Aside from the win over Westfield, these areas.” command of his pitches right now. single to give the Cougars a 5-2 lead. Michael Eshausse had a leadoff walk We can’t wait to see how he does later Jack Schetelich popped up to short to and stole second in the fourth then Ian in the summer,” said Coach Ripperger, end the inning. Humphry followed with an infield who added, “Our pitchers pitched Westfield plated both of its runs in single, but Feeney fanned the next outstanding today. They had a couple the bottom of the first. Trevor three batters to escape the inning. In of dinkers that we had trouble getting McNamara, Varano and Pansini each the fifth, Bartok singled and stole two to. If we get to some of those balls, drew walks to load the bases with no bases and Meiselman walked to put it’s a different ball game. That was one out. Owen Kessler followed with runners on the corners with one out. the key in the game. Those guys put an RBI groundout to second and Drew Boley and Echausse both it to places where we couldn’t get it.” Owen Bartok (2-for-3, RBI) brought launched shots to the outfield that The dinkers came in the top of the Varano home with his groundout to were caught to end the threat. fifth inning. With the score knotted, short. Jack Meiselman (1-for-1) was “We had second and third, nobody 2-2, Cougar Smith plopped a leadoff hit-by-a-pitch then Cullen Birkel’s out and we had three straight single right over the third baseman’s grounder back to the mound ended strikeouts. That was probably a turn- head. After Pansini fanned the next the inning. ing point in the game, because the next inning was where they got all Union County Baseball All-Conference Team: their runs. We had runners in scoring position two or three times with no- WATCHUNG DIVISION: HONORABLE MENTION: body out, and we couldn’t get those Westfield: Scotch Plains-Fanwood: guys in. That cost us, but it is early in AJ Murray Catcher James D’Angelo First Base the season. I have faith in this team, Danny Kerr First Base Connor Thompson Centerfield James O’Rourke Centerfield Cranford: and we are going to come back strong Tim Younger Shortstop Mark Osofsky Leftfield tomorrow,” Coach Ripperger said. Cranford: Sean Feeney Third Base “This is our first full week into the Greg Matlosz DH/Outfield Andrew DiFrancesco Centerfield travel season after playing in the Kurt Rutmayer Pitcher Westfield: Ryan Williamson OF/Pitcher Steve Forgast Right Field Westfield Knights of Columbus Tour- Sean Trotter Shortstop Governor Livingston: nament on Memorial Day weekend, Scotch Plains-Fanwood: John Jennings and Westfield does a good job here in Marcus Rivera Third Base Joey Desano this tournament. It should be a lot of Sean Reilly First Base Governor Livingston: MOUNTAIN DIVISION: fun for the next couple of weeks. Union Catholic: David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Joe Graziano Pitcher There are 10 teams in this tourna- KEEPING CLOSE TO A BLUE DEVIL…Cougar attacker Jonathan Rubin, No. 15, keeps close tabs on Blue Devil Jack Keith Skinner Catcher Dave Schanz Third base Rich Birth Pitcher ment, and the top-two advance to the Allen in a regular-season game. 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David B. Corbin (April 2011 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times PREVENTING A CLEAR SHOT ON GOAL…Cougar defender Jack Nunziato, No. 5, prevents a Raider from getting a MAKING THE PUTOUT AT FIRST…Cranford first baseman Garrett Forrestal, gets the throw from shortstop in time to clear shot on goal. make the putout on Westfield White’s Owen Kessler during the Cal Ripken District 12 Tournament in Westfield.

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MAKING THE PUTOUT…Westfield Blue first baseman Sean Taylor (white uniform) gets the throw from the catcher in WAITING FOR THE THROW…Westfield Blue second baseman Tanner Devin (white uniform) waites for the throw as time to get the putout on Westfield White’s Tom DelVecchio (blue uniform) who tries to beat out his bunt. Westfield White’s Michael Knapp (blue uniform) steals second. Shortstop Ryan Chiricella, No. 3, covers. CAPPIELLO SHINES ON MOUND, GANAWAY RBI DBL, CHIRICELLA GOES 2-FOR-2, DANNIVIG GETS TWO RBI WF White Holds off WF Blue In N. J. All-Star League, 6-2

By DAVID B. CORBIN walks, while striking out three. White innings, striking out four and walk- Llobera said. back to the mound was smothered single and Ganaway rapped his RBI Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times team pitchers Cappiello and Tom ing one, while allowing only a single In the top of the first inning, by Cappiello, who tossed to first for double. Apostolos singled to center, Westfield White – donning blue DelVecchio also ceded only two to Ryan Chiricella, who went 2-for-2 Westfield Blue batter Matt Manning the third out. and Dannivig’s slow roller back to uniforms – received a strong pitching walks. with a run scored. hit a two-out bomb to deep Westfield White’s Mark Walter the mound gave Ganaway time to performance from Bennie Cappiello “First time out of the shoot, the “The first three innings, Cappiello centerfield that was mishandled. He grounded out in the third inning and score the sixth run. Michael Birle hit and key hits from Thomas Ganaway pitching was strong. Both teams really held us down. We didn’t do attempted to get to third base, but he Matt Barmakian grounded out in the a sharp grounder to third for the and Alex Apostolos to hold off the played excellent defensively. We had much the first three innings. We didn’t was a little late. Jake Vall-Llobera fourth. Shiavo pitched both innings third out. Westfield Blue, wearing white uni- the benefit that they had some op- swing the bat as well as we liked. ripped a one-out single to center in and held the White team scoreless. The Blue rallied in the sixth. forms, 6-2, in the opening game of portunities and they had some line They pitched well the last three in- the bottom of the inning but two In the meantime, Westfield Blue Shiavo walked. Chiricella singled. the 11U North Jersey All-Star League drives right at people. Some of the nings too. We hit some balls, but we straight strikeouts left him stranded. missed an opportunity in the fourth Denner laid down a bunt RBI single at Gumbert 3 Field in Westfield on shots they hit found our gloves and hit them right at people. We had some Westfield White’s chance came in when White team centerfielder Steve and Matt Bromberg added an RBI to June 15. got us out of trouble. The game could bad luck,” Westfield Blue Head Coach the second inning. Michael Knapp Barden robbed Billings of an extra finalize the scoring. plopped a leadoff single over first. base hit with a spectacular catch “From the middle of the lineup, Cappiello walked. Jake Lierie (1- then Chris Marner followed with a Ganaway and Apostolos, their two for-2, 2 RBI) tapped a grounder to single to left. big hits really gave us two big insur- the mound, which resulted in an over- “The earth is covered by three- ance runs or else the game would More photos – click “Photo Library” throw that allowed Knapp and quarters water, and Stevie Barden have been tight. That came from a Cappiello to score. Ganaway (1-for- covers the rest,” commented Coach part of the order that I really need to – click 11jun15-wfw-wfb-11 2, 2 runs scored, RBI double) hit a Vall-Llobera. hit this year. I was glad that those grounder that looked like a sure base Westfield Blue hit the ball espe- guys came through for me today,” hit, but the ball hit Lierie as he was cially hard in the fifth inning with Coach Vall-Llobera said. running to third, causing Lierie to be singles from Andrew Eliades and “I thought we pitched well at the automatically out. Apostolos fol- Robert Norris, but Sean Taylor’s and end of the game. Mark Shiavo, par- lowed with a single and Brice Devin’s shots were drilled right into ticularly, pitched very well for us. I Dannivig (2 RBI) hit an RBI the glove of pitcher DelVecchio. thought we played good defense. groundout to make the score, 3-0. In the fifth, Cappiello walked and We had a couple of hiccups in the The Blue threatened in the third. stole second. Lierie slapped an RBI second inning, but it was not a bad After Tanner Devin grounded out to game for the first game,” Coach second for the second out, Schiavo Probitas Verus Honos Eliades said. walked and Chiricella singled, but Westfield Blue 000 002 2 Brett Denner’s steaming grounder Westfield White 030 03x 6

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Erman, Westfield, son GARWOOD – The Garwood Se- A trip is planned for Wednesday, “teetering on the brink of collapse” that’s all that’s left in the plan. University has released the dean’s of Martin and Sheryl Erman of nior Citizens Club met on June 16 at July 20, to the Showboat Casino in according to State Senate President That is, if the plan would have had list for outstanding academic Westfield, and a 2010 graduate of the Garwood Firehouse, with 52 mem- Atlantic City. The bus will leave the Stephen Sweeney in arguing for a $40 billion dollars in 2014 without achievement during the spring se- Westfield High School. bers in attendance. Highlights included Garwood Firehouse at 9 a.m. and bill that will do absolutely any changes (totaling what mester of the 2010-11 academic Spenser F. Frieri, Cranford, son a pizza lunch and a sing-along tribute return at approximately 7 p.m. This nothing to forestall that col- the participants had put into year. A student must earn a grade of John and Donna Frieri of to retiring Garwood Police Chief Wil- trip also is open to seniors who are lapse as admitted in the Fis- the plan and not yet received point average of 3.5 or higher on a Cranford, and a graduate of liam Legg. The tune was to “When the not Garwood residents. For more cal Impact section at the end back) then those additional scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list Cranford High School. Saints Go Marching In,” but with the information, including the cost, call of that bill summary: contributions might raise the recognition. Those students from Caitlyn M. Oster, Westfield, words changed to “Oh When The Chief Walter Maszczak at (908) 789-1067. “According to testimony fund value to $41.5 billion your circulation area who met this daughter of Michael and Margaret Retires in June.” An Ice Cream Social for all provided by the Department but that would still amount to standard are: Oster of Westfield, and a 2007 Garwood Mayor Patricia Garwood seniors will take place on of the Treasury to the Senate the total returnable contribu- Scott M. Bernstein, Westfield, son graduate of Westfield High School. Quattrocchi discussed construction Thursday, August 25, from 12:30 to Budget and Appropriations tions. of Ronald and Beth Bernstein of Lindsay A. Robinson, Fanwood, plans for the new recreation com- 3:30 p.m. at the firehouse. The club Committee, increases in State and Who are these legislators trying to Westfield, and a 2010 graduate of daughter of Christopher and Laura plex. The complex is going out to is in its summer schedule now. There local employee contributions to the fool? Don’t they understand the num- Westfield High School. Robinson of Fanwood, and a 2010 bid soon. will only be meetings on July 21 and various State and local pension bers? How can they believe there is Kelli M. Bruno, Cranford, daugh- graduate of Scotch Plains- The Senior Citizens Picnic will August 4. funds, in accordance with the provi- a crisis and “failure to act is not an ter of Paul and Karen Bruno of Fanwood High School. take place today, Thursday, June 23, The Garwood Senior Citizens sions of the bill, will be $3.9 billion option” and then fail to act? Are they Cranford, and a 2009 graduate of Blair A. Rolnick, Westfield, beginning at 11 a.m. at the Ballfield Club meets on the first and third in the first ten years and $120 billion complete idiots? Cranford High School. daughter of Lawrence and Kim- Park Gazebo and is open to all Thursdays of every month at noon at over 30 years....The Administration As I write this, I have the debate Emily S. Budnick, Westfield, berly Rolnick of Westfield, and a Garwood seniors. Games, food, the Garwood Fire House. The next did not provide the committee with over the bill being held in the State daughter of Lawrence and Karen graduate of Peddie School, dancing and music will be featured. meeting will be on July 21. Anyone any information about the underly- Senate playing in the background on Budnick of Westfield, and a 2010 Hightstown. Those needing the borough senior interested in joining is asked to call ing assumptions for its fiscal esti- New Jersey Network. The more I graduate of Westfield High School. bus for travel to the picnic may call Patsy at (908) 789-0835 or to ask for mate.” listen, the clearer the answers: Tax- Brendan P. Burgdorf, Westfield, Ann Romano at (908) 789-0455. Dolores if attending a club meeting. I figured the additional annual con- payers; No; Hypocrisy; Yes. son of Betsey Burgdorf of Westfield, Oratory Prep The Westfield Area “Y” will hold tribution employees would be mak- * $120 billion over 30 years is too and Charles Burgdorf of Announces Graduates an eight-session cardiovascular and Cranford Car Shows ing would come to about $250 mil- silly of a number to give any cre- Douglaston, N.Y, and a 2009 gradu- flexibility training program for all lion and with creative use of com- dence to unless Weimar-style hyper- ate of The Pingry School, SUMMIT — Fifty-one senior Garwood and Cranford residents To Begin Tonight pounding $3.9 billion is possible inflation is assumed along the way. Martinsville. ages 54 to 64, on Tuesdays and CRANFORD – Cranford Car boys were graduated from the Ora- over 10 years*. Since about $8 bil- John Bury Sarah E. Canfield, Scotch Plains, tory Prep School on June 4. Thursdays beginning July 5 from 7 Shows 2011, sponsored by the lion is being paid out of the fund Kenilworth daughter of James and Lynn Local graduates included: to 8 p.m. This program will be held Cranford Chamber of Commerce and annually these days, and a spate of Canfield of Scotch Plains, and a McManus Dolan of Westfield will at local parks. “Y” membership is First State Bank, will be held tonight, retirements is certain to come, those NJEA President Barbara Keshishian 2010 graduate of Scotch Plains- attend Denison University; Gus not required, but there will be a $40 Thursday, June 23, from 5 to 9 p.m. additional contributions will allow (June 15)) called for transparency in Fanwood High School. Exarhakos* of Cranford, will at- fee. To reserve, call Lynne and again on July 14 and August 11. for a few more weeks of payments the awarding of health insurance con- Bridget G. Cornwell, Scotch tend Fordham University; Daniel Appelbaum at (908) 233-2700, ex- The Garlic Rose Bistro of Cranford but will not shave a day off of the tracts, and disclosure of broker fees: Plains, daughter of Curtis and Fitzpatrick* of Westfield, will at- tension no. 239. will sponsor the music. drop-dead date of the plan. That’s ...the June 16 hearing on legislation Kathleen Cornwell of Scotch Plains, tend Boston College; Ryan Murray* The car show entrance will be at because the additional money will being pushed by Senate President and a 2008 graduate of Scotch of Westfield, will attend Boston Col- Zumbathon Sunday Alden Street and North Avenue. Ve- come from the employees them- Steve Sweeney and Governor Chris Plains-Fanwood High School. lege; and Raymond Thek, III of hicles of all years, makes and models selves and simply raise the amount Christie is “an insult to NJEA mem- Alexander K. DeRose, Scotch Plains, will attend Loyola To Benefit CPL are welcome. Admission is free for of remaining assets that will have to bers, and an abuse of the public trust.” Mountainside, son of James and University of Maryland. The aster- show cars and the public. Registra- Elizabeth DeRose of Mountainside, isk denotes membership in the CRANFORD – The second annual tion will start at 5:01 p.m. UCIA Estimate of 52 Percent Savings and a 2010 graduate of Governor Newman Chapter of the National Zumbathon to benefit the Cerebral In addition to music, there will be Livingston High School. Honor Society. Palsy League of Cranford will take free giveaways and a Hula Hoop con- place this Sunday, June 26, from 1 to test for children. Show trophies and On Energy Costs for Solar Is Absurd University of Scranton Awards 3 p.m. at the Jardine Academy, lo- awards will be distributed starting at In your article about Union County However, when it comes to savings cated at 61 Myrtle Street in Cranford. 8:30 p.m. during each show. There beginning the installation of solar from installing solar panels, the cost Honors at Commencement The cost to participate is $20 if will be End of Season Attendance panels, you print that the “UCIA es- of providing lifetime health benefits reservations are made in advance at Awards and the People’s Choice timates a 52 percent overall reduction to employees, being able to trade- SCRANTON, Pa. – Stacey Ann Education Club and was a member of kickituptraining.com, and $25 for Award. in energy costs for the facilities par- mark their seal, not being able to cut Legg of Garwood and Christopher John the Student Advisory Board of the walk-ins. The event will be spon- For further information and direc- ticipating in the program.” I interpret the Open Space tax, being able to raid Luby of Scotch Plains were among the Leahy Clinic. sored by Kick it Up Training and tions, contact Bob Hoeffler (days) at this as meaning that a facility that was the Open Space trust fund, losing so 68 students honored by The Univer- Stacey plans on seeking employ- Next Step’s Dance Studio in Cranford. (908) 272-6114 or Bill Mackey at paying $10,000 a month for electric- much money on Oak Ridge golf sity of Scranton during its undergradu- ment as a certified health education For more information, call (908) 343- (908) 400-7348 (cell) or by e-mail at ity will be paying $4,800. This is course that it had to be closed, mak- ate Class Night ceremony. The Jesuit specialist followed by graduate stud- 0032 or (908) 377-4621. [email protected]. patently absurd and I suspected it ing money off of golf in 2010, ac- university recognized outstanding ies. She graduated from Arthur L. could only have originated from a counting for the cost of Musicfest, or members of the Class of 2011 for Johnson High School in Clark. county press release. It did. any time the phrase “saving the tax- academic achievement and service. Christopher received the Excellence ** Notice to Cranford, Garwood Residents ** I would suggest that when a county payers money” is used in conjunc- Stacey was the recipient of the Ex- in Chemistry Award. He earned a Bach- Cranford or Garwood organizations desiring to have representative provides times for hay- tion with a project shepherded by a cellence in Community Health Edu- elor of Science degree in Chemistry. rides or suggestions about when to coterie of suits that you consider the cation Award. She earned a Bachelor He plans to seek employment in his its news published in The Westfield Leader, please put change the water in your birdbath source. of Science degree in Community area of study after graduation. 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Manzon, Kushtrim Michelle Romans, Melanie Blair Zaksenberg, Matthew Zawodniak, Evan Lloyd Cole, Bakari A. Collins, Marke, Hannah Markey, Jeffrey Rome, Julia Root, Carl Rosen, Eve M. Beverly Anne Zayas, Charles Zhou, Tierra Collins, Sean Vincent Coloney, Marks, Taylor Marshall, Jillian Mary Rosenheck, Alexa Leigh Rothenberg, Courtney Elizabeth Zyla. Rahid Alonso Cornejo-Lescano, REGIONAL CHAMPIONS…Three gymnasts from Olympika Gymnastics of Hayley Cornwell, Kendall S. Cosey, Mountainside’s Power Tumbling Team took medals in the USA Gymnastics Colleen Craig, Charles Raymond Regional Championship Competition in Martinsburg, W. Va., on June 4. Pictured, Crawley, Jennifer Lauren Ang Cua, left to right, are: Isabella Stecky of Mountainside, who won a silver medal; Hanna Nordstrom of Mountainside, who won a gold medal and the championship title, and Meghan A. Cunningham, Alexander Leah Filimonczuk of Cranford, who won a gold medal and the championship title. M. Daboub, Alan Dang, Nicole Danik, Matthew R. D’Apuzzo, Lane Andrew Darwin, Jean-Claude Davidson, Blake Registration Deadline Extended De John, Michael Patrick DeRose, Michaela Cecile Decker, Brian Degnan, Paige Della Badia, Desli Jo For U. C. Summer Baseball DeMarsico, Stefanie Marie DeVizio, Anthony DiFabio, Jessica DiGiacomo, The Union County Baseball Asso- $25 registration fee and a birth cer- Rebecca K. DiGiacomo, Madeline Joy ciation invites young baseball play- tificate to the signup. Players must be Dillon, Jethro Dimeo, Nicolas Gilday ers – boys and girls – ages 8 to 15, to at least 8 years old by June 25 and DiProspero, Rachel Dolan, Patrick register for its Summer Youth League cannot be 16 before August 1. Dougher, Sarah Drum, Megan Duffy, baseball teams. The deadline to reg- The Summer Youth League is di- Juliane Alison Durett, Osazenoriuwa ister for this summer’s baseball ac- vided into three divisions: a Teen Osamede Ebose, Erik T. Ekstrand, tivities in Warinanco Park is being League for 13-, 14- and 15-year-olds; Alyssa Elenis, Alexis Esbrandt, Marc SBA CLASS OF 2011…On June 10, St. Bartholomew Academy in Scotch Plains celebrated the achievements of the class extended until Wednesday, June 29, a Major League for 11- and 12-year- Henry Gary Estriplet, Warren R. of 2011 with a graduation prayer service. Former Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco gave the address to the graduates. The to allow more young players to par- olds, and a Minor League for 8-, 9- students in this year’s graduating class were awarded a total of over $97,000 in scholarships. St. Bartholomew Academy is Etkins, Angelica Marie Ewaska, located at 2032 Westfield Avenue. ticipate. and 10-year-old players. Registered Claudia Falconieri, Jalynn S. Farmer, Signups will be held at the players will be notified about Team Gregory J. Favreau, Kimberly Anne Warinanco Park Boat House in Assignment Day and the first day of Federico, Tessa Felegy, Frederick Roselle on Saturday, June 25, plus play. There will be no refunds after Feller, Brian Joseph Fischer, Chey- Patricia Connolly, Sales Associate Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Team Assignment Day. enne Anthony Floyd, Caitlin Foley, June 27, 28 and 29, from 9 a.m. to An awards picnic will be held on John Foti, Anna Frolova, Lynn 908-233-6156, Direct noon each day. All those who register Friday, August 5, to mark the end of Garman, Hayley West Geller, Chris- will participate in play. the league. All games will be played topher Michael Gilman, Danielle NJAR Circle of Excellence 1988 - 2010 Each player is required to bring a in Warinanco Park. For more infor- Rosalyn Glover, Michael Aaron mation, call (908) 789-3686, or visit Goldstein, Alyssia L. Gonzalez, Ruth WTA Mixed Singles the Union County Baseball Associa- Mery Gonzalez, Richard William tion website, ucba-nj.org. Tennis Ladder Told Gorski, Oleg Gratwick, Jesse Haack, The third reporting period recorded PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 27 matches. Joe Buda reclaimed the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD top spot with a 7-6 (7-5), 6-5 (short- NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, ened) win over Rich Perez and a 6-2, ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS 6-4 win over Joshua Suri. Perez Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the dropped to number two with the loss Borough of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on TUESDAY, JUNE to Buda and then followed up with a 28th , 2011, in the Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 4-6, 6-0, (10-5) win over Suri. North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such Ren Gao kept the third position later time and place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each with wins over Weldon Chin, 7-6 (7- respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable 5), 6-3 and Suri, 6-2, 6-1. Andrew against said lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed Federbusch and Robert Errazo moved to the 28th day of June 2011. back into the top five to the fourth and Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, fifth positions, respectively, with together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest wins, 6-1, 6-0 and 6-0, 6-3 over Tuyen rate of interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to Diep. Suri continued to be the most the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other active member with 15 matches method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the played on the season. The fourth re- Borough of Fanwood at an interest rate of 18%. porting period ends on July 3. Please At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property report all match activity to Richard with interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money Pardo at [email protected]. order. Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act 1. Joe Buda (5)* 26. Nate Suri (2)* (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et 2. Rich Perez(3)* 27. Olga Yee (2) seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the 3. Ren Gao (6)* 28. Edward Han municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser 4. Federbusch(2)* 29. Fran Franco who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. 5. Rob Errazo(2)* 30. R. McKinley(3)* In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the 6. Tuyen Diep(11)* 31. Mike Muroff(2)* Tax Collector should be notified immediately. 7. Rich Pardo(6)* 32. Pete Magierski The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: Replete with all the elements that define classic style, this incomparable Westfield Center 8. Josh Suri(15)* 33. Rohan Saigal 9. I Bouchouev(5)* 34. Daniel Ives (1) BLK LOT OWNER LOCATION TOTAL DUE Hall Colonial enchants you with treasured details. Gleaming hardwood floors, traditional 10. Aaron Keith(4)* 35. Don Beal (3) 26 51 Kiss, Joseph & Evelyn 24 Mary Lane $ 7,549.50 moldings, custom built-ins, French doors and abundant sun-catching windows meld with 11. Weldon Chin(7)* 36. Morgan 22 6 Johnson, Kevin & Aretha 70 Portland Avenue $ 6,483.29 Willis(3) 22 11 Brenner, Mitchell & Dana 65 Montrose Avenue $ 6,566.79 numerous desirable amenities. The plush living room & formal dining room craft a superb 12. F Adriaens (5)* 37. Scott Berman(1) 26 51 Kiss, Joseph & Evelyn 24 Mary Lane $ 6,797.93 13. David Ferio (3)* 38. Erik Bronander 28 5 Herrmann J & A, Ribner Living 168 Midway Avenue $ 9,910.88 entertaining venue. The spacious family room with cathedral ceiling flows to the kitchen 14. M Rappoport(4)*39. Steven Lee 49 12 Lambertsen, Robert 3 North Avenue $ 8,239.67 15. D Loffredo(7)* 40. Gary Steinfield 55 2 Duda, Kenneth & Lillian 15 South Avenue $ 1,872.37 compound boasting granite counters & custom cabinetry. Relax in the master bedroom 16. Jeff Brinker (3)* 41. Mike Gonella 55 19 Chabad of Union County 193 South Avenue $ 122.27 with updated full bath. Five more bedrooms and two more full baths ensure ample room 17. Tyler Becker (2)*42. Manny 56 5 Porchetta, Nicola & Christina 40 South Avenue $ 425.42 Erlich(1)* 64 1.02 222 South Ave., LLC 220 South Avenue $75,391.29 for all. A rec room, second floor laundry room, central air-conditioning, a sizable tiered 18. Dave Lennon(1)*43. Sravan Emany 64 17 Station Square at Fanwood LLC 225 LaGrande Avenue $ 4,885.72 19. Chris Farella(8)* 44. Brett Zweiback 64 18 Station Square at Fanwood LLC 217 LaGrande Avenue $ 2,069.73 deck, fabulously deep back yard and an unsurpassed location create an idyllic place to 20. Mike Manders(2)45. Don Dohm 64 19 Station Square at Fanwood LLC 213 LaGrande Avenue $ 4,461.08 64 20 Station Square at Fanwood LLC 47 Second Street $ 2,002.71 come home to. Presented for $1,050,000. 21. Chris Miller (3) 46. David Basile 22. T Bigosinski(3) 47. Chris 71 12 Sumner, Alfred & Amy 36 Glenwood Road $ 8,621.28 Wendel(1)* 75 1 Woodside Chapel 15 Morse Ave $ 122.21 23. Chris Bonn (2) 48. Chris Fischer 77 28.02 Anaczkowski, E & I & Gonnella 89 Shady Lane $ 5,901.74 24. Mitch Mankin(2)* 49. Ted Moss 92 18 Shaalan, Sherien,Tamer,Sharif 97 Beech Avenue $ 367.61 25. Nate Weiss (6)* 50. J Tannenbaum Colleen M. Huehn ( )Cumulative matches played Collector of Taxes Westfield Office · 600 North Avenue, West · 908-233-0065 *Match played in period 4 T - 6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23/11, The Times Fee: $363.12 Page 18 Thursday, June 23, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION College Woman’s Club Posts 2011 Scholarship Recipients WESTFIELD – The College College in Los Angeles. She earned Woman’s Club (CWC) of Westfield Honor Roll status throughout her four awarded $46,000 in college scholar- years at WHS, membership in the ships to seven Westfield High School National Honor Society and recogni- seniors at its annual dinner on May 24. tion as an AP Scholar With Honors. Meghan Sullivan was awarded the Outside the classroom, Melanie has club’s fourth Eileen “Mike” Farley been involved with Model UN and Scholarship. She plans to attend the Young Democrats, and has served Muhlenberg College, where she will as a Transition Leader for freshman study English and theatre. students. She also writes for a na- Meghan has earned Distinguished tional teen health publication, is an Honor Roll status throughout her avid photographer and plays the harp. high-school career, as well as mem- Madison Mone will attend the Uni- bership in the National Honor Soci- versity of Rhode Island, where she ety. She has been very active in the plans to study fashion merchandising. Westfield High School (WHS) Drama Her activities at WHS include having CLASS OF 2014…The Westfield United Fund welcomed four new trustees to the Program throughout her four years been assistant trainer for the football board at its annual meeting in May. Trustees are chosen from among Westfield there, and she earned her Girl Scout team and manager of the hockey team residents who have demonstrated a strong commitment to volunteerism and the Gold Award for creating an arts pro- throughout her fours years there. She mission of the agency. Pictured, from left to right, are: Susan Taylor, Marcee HELPING HANDS…Third graders at Evergreen School in Scotch Plains col- gram for children who have lost a par- also was a member of the Student Rogers, Kate Fleschler and Wally Parker. Founded in 1937, the Westfield United lected donations for the renovation of the historic Frazee House in Scotch Plains. Fund is gearing up for its 75th anniversary fund-raising campaign this fall. The students collected over $160 and their efforts will be honored with a brick, ent to cancer. Council and the softball team. Madi- which will be a part of the renovation project. Pictured, from left to right, are: Marissa Boretz was the recipient of son has worked as a camp counselor Lauren Kieltyka, Ashley Zielenbach, Taylor Anthony and Thomas Russo. the CWC’s fifth Ruth Houghton Schol- for the Union County 4-H program, WHS Students Are Honored arship. Marissa plans to major in el- winning the Thomas Murphy Award ementary education at the University in recognition of her hard work, dedi- KSTF Awards Rice Five-Year of Rhode Island. She has worked as a cation and leadership. At Annual Awards Night camp counselor, dance teacher and a Allison Rose will attend Loyola Sunday school teacher. She also volun- University of Maryland in the fall, WESTFIELD – At Westfield High Scholarship; Madeline Horowitz- AP Fellowship for Achievement teers at Children’s Specialized Hospi- where she plans to major in math- School’s (WHS) annual Awards Night, Computer Science Award; Kandacia tal and tutors children through the ematics and/or engineering. She has two teachers, an athletic director and Hossanah- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. MOORESTOWN — At a time spent a year in the Boston Teacher over 90 students were recognized for Association/Dorothy Kirkley Memo- when education news headlines lead Residency program, where she be- Westfield/Plainfield Connection. achieved Distinguished Honor Roll Brooke Domino, another CWC status throughout her high-school ca- outstanding achievement during the rial Scholarship Award and Douglas C. with layoffs and budget cuts, the came newly aware of the complex 2010-2011 academic year. Yearley Memorial Scholarship; Gre- 2011 Knowles Science Teaching issues of race and poverty in urban scholarship recipient, will attend reer, and is a member of the National Rutgers University in the fall. She Honor Society. Allison also has ex- Presentations to staff included: The gory Howard-PTSO Social Studies Foundation (KSTF) Fellows from education, and developed a new Distinguished Teacher of the Year Award; Margaret Jacobi-National Merit New Jersey are choos- awareness of herself will major in pre-veterinary/animal celled in athletics, both as a swimmer science, with the goal of becoming for the WHS state champion team and Award-Charles Ropars, Special Ser- Scholarship Award – Commended; ing to impact the fu- and of her role in her vices Teacher; Robert and Linda Foose Ravi Jha-Charles E. Brown Prize in ture through teaching. students’ lives. She an equine veterinarian. An accom- on the lacrosse field. She was chosen plished equestrian who has won many to be a co-captain of both teams this Memorial Award- Sandy Mamary, Su- History; Yasemin Karamete- Douglas Despite the increas- looks forward to teach- pervisor of Athletics at WHS, and PTSO C. Yearley Memorial Scholarship; An- ingly negative rheto- ing in schools “where awards, Brooke volunteers at year. She will continue her swimming Brendan’s Meadows Rescue and at career at the collegiate level. Outstanding Teacher Award-Marie- drew Kirna-Westfield Republican ric about teachers and the quality of educa- Laure Hoffman, French Teacher. Committee Public Service Award; Evan education in the U.S., tion has been histori- Holland Brook Stables, where she Recipients are selected based on grooms and trains horses and helps academic achievement, community The following students received Korunow- Waldron W. Holck Memo- these high-achieving cally low.” awards: Astrid Adriaens-French Elan rial Award; Cynthia Lam-National recent grads are bring- Ms. Rice became with fundraising. She also started a service and financial need. Applica- small business as a sports photogra- tions are available through the WHS Award and PTSO World Languages Merit Scholarship Award – Com- ing their passion for hooked on science when Award; Jessica Allen- Dr. Martin Luther mended; AP Statistics Award and Albert science education into she first took high-school pher, combining two of her passions. Guidance Department, and are evalu- Tzvetelina (Tzvetie) Garneva will ated by a committee of CWC mem- King, Jr. Association/Dorothy Kirkley R. Bobal Social Studies Award; Justin the nation’s high chemistry. After gradu- Memorial Scholarship Award; Paige Lee- Social Studies Department Award; schools. In a highly ating from New York continue her studies at Vassar College, bers each spring. where she plans to major in psychol- Funds for scholarships come from Alvarez-National Merit Scholarship Michael Levidy- National Merit Schol- competitive selection University and complet- Award – Commended; Westfield Asso- arship Award – Commended and For- process, KSTF, an ad- ing a Ph.D. in biophysics ogy, with the goal of pursuing a career annual donations and legacies from in law. Her outstanding scholarship has members. ciation of Administrators and Supervi- eign Language Awareness Language vocate for new teach- at Harvard University, sors Scholarship; Spanish Club Aca- Group Award; Corey Lipschultz- Model ers and the teaching she decided to turn her earned her membership in the French, International Thespian and National Muhlenberg Announces demic Achievement Award; Biology 2 UN/Youth and Government Award and profession, has Amanda Rice lifelong interest in teach- AP Award; Westfield Women’s Span- National Merit Scholarship Award – awarded each of these ing and mentoring into a Honor Societies. Tzvetie also became Spring Dean’s List the youngest student ever selected to ish Club Award; Model UN/Youth and Commended; Anne Maguire- National beginning teachers a fellowship in career. Ms. Rice is earning her teaching ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Muhlenberg Government Award; and Margaret Merit Scholarship Award – Semifinal- physical science valued at up to certificate at the University of Massa- serve as stage manager for WHS’ dramatic productions, starting in her sopho- College has announced its Dean’s List Dietrich Award; Taylor Anderson- State ist and Finalist; Katherine McKinley- $150,000 over five years. chusetts and looks forward to teaching for the Spring 2011 semester. Stu- Farm “Good Neighbor” Scholarship; Gail W. Trimble Memorial Award; Amanda Rice was awarded the in underserved schools. more year. Her commitment to staging professional-caliber productions gar- dents must earn a minimum of a 3.5 Marc Androconis-Italian Club Achieve- Nydia Melhado-Dr. Martin Luther 2011 KSTF Physical Science Teach- “I want to make sure that all grade point average (4.0 scale) to at- ment Award; Madeleine Archambault- King, Jr. Association/Dorothy Kirkley ing Fellow. Amanda attended Scotch students feel that they are smart nered her the prestigious Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Award for stage tain Dean’s List status. Emily French Achievement Award; Chloe Memorial Scholarship Award; Bran- Plains-Fanwood High School and enough to think like scientists,” said Goodman, a member of the Class of Baron-Foreign Language Awareness don Molson- Katherine E. Cuthbertson graduated summa cum laude from Ms. Rice. management in 2010. Melanie Johnson also received a 2014, is a communications major from Language Group Award; Rachel Baron- Memorial Award; Madison Mone- New York University, where she The 2011 KSTF Fellows are com- Westfield. She is the daughter of Dr. National Council of Teachers of En- William E. Wyman Memorial Award; earned a Bachelor of Science in mitted to reaching students from CWC scholarship, which she will use to further her studies at Occidental Jonathan and Jane Goodman and a glish Achievement Award; Marissa Britnee Monroe- Marc Hardy Annual chemistry and was awarded the diverse backgrounds, with real- graduate of Westfield High School. Boretz-Joel Langholtz Memorial Awareness Award and Dr. Martin Luther Barry M. Goldwater Excellence in world approaches to teaching that PUBLIC NOTICE Award and Class of ’61 Community King, Jr. Association/Dorothy Kirkley Education Scholarship. Ms. Rice make mathematics and science rel- Debra Ehrlich Awarded Service Award; Joshua Brafman- Memorial Scholarship Award; Amelia evant to their students’ lives. TOWN OF WESTFIELD PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT M.D. from UMDNJ Westfield Chapter UNICO National Morabito- National Merit Scholarship Notice is hereby given that Westfield Awards and Westfield Jaycees Schol- Award –– Commended; Italian Club TOWN OF WESTFIELD Board of Adjustment adopted Resolutions NEWARK – Debra J. Ehrlich, PLANNING BOARD arship; Jane Braun-National Merit Achievement Award; Westfield Chap- PUBLIC NOTICE at its June 13, 2011 meeting for the follow- daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Eugene A. Scholarship Award – Commended and ter UNICO National Awards; and En- The Planning Board of the Town of ing applications decided at its May 9, 2011 Ehrlich of Westfield, and a graduate of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on July 6, BOROUGH OF FANWOOD meeting. PTSO English Award; Morgan glish Department Award; Melissa 2011 in the Council Chambers at the Mu- NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF Westfield High School, was awarded Bungerz-Joseph E. Rood Memorial Morawski- National Merit Scholarship The Estate of Eloise Houston Clark, nicipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, ORDINANCE 11-09-R an M.D. degree from UMDNJ-New 237, 241 and 245 Charles Street. Appli- Award and Douglas C. Yearley Memo- Award – Commended; AP Calculus Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. to hear AND PUBLIC HEARING cant sought an extension of minor subdivi- Jersey Medical School (NJMS). She rial Scholarship; Jakob Cerra-PTSO BC Award and Physics 2 AP-C Award; and decide upon the following application. An ordinance was introduced by the sion approval granted February 8, 2010, completed her undergraduate studies PB 11-05 Peter Nurnberg, 780 Physical Education Award; Nicholas Anthony Mormile- Dr. John P. Burns Mayor and Council of the Borough of memorialized March 8, 2010. Extension Cranford Avenue, Block 3405, Lot 15. at Brandeis University in Waltham, Chapel-German Achievement Award; Television Achievement Award; Char- Fanwood on June 14, 2011. Copies of this granted to September 19, 2011. Applicant is seeking minor subdivision ordinance can be obtained without cost in Mass. Before attending medical Ashtyn Chen- National Merit Scholar- lotte Murtishaw- National Merit Schol- approval to subdivide 2,378 square feet of the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Bor- Karen Kirchoff Saminski, 1809 Cen- school, she conducted psychophar- ship Award – Commended; Ming arship Award – Commended; and En- property from 725 Fourth Avenue, Block ough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, tral Avenue. Applicant sought an appeal macology and cancer research, and Michelle Chen-Foreign Language glish Department Book Lover’s Award; 3405, Lot 8 to 780 Cranford Avenue, Block Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours of the administrative officer’s decision in 3405, Lot 15. of 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through order to allow the renovation of a garage earned a Master of Science in Bio- Awareness Language Group Award; Priyanka Nayer-Mark Hardy Latin Variances, waivers or exceptions from Thursday and 7:30 a m. to Noon on Friday. without variance relief. Appeal granted. medical Sciences from UMDNJ. Nicholas Chopey-National Merit Memorial Scholarship and Chemistry certain site plan details or relief from re- This ordinance amends the Borough Anthony & Kerri Pappalardo, 26 While attending NJMS, she served Scholarship Award – Semifinalist and 2 AP Award; Rachel Opatowski- Envi- quirements may be sought as appropri- Code relevant to appointments and terms Gallowae. Applicant is sought c & d vari- as co-president of the Student Inter- ate. Finalist; Alan Chu-Biology 2 AP ronmental Science Award; David of office for certain Public Officials. ance relief from Sections 11.07E7, 12.03D, Plans and application are on file in the est Group in Neurology (SIGN), co- Award; Gustav Danielsson- National Osterman- National Merit Scholarship This ordinance is scheduled for public 12.04F1 and 12.04E of the Land Use office of the Town Engineer, 959 North president of the American Medical hearing and adoption on July 12, 2011 at Ordinance to allow the construction of a Merit Scholarship Award – Com- Award – Commended; Tae-Young Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and 7:30 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 first floor addition and the addition of a Women’s Association (AMWA), as a mended; Rebecca DeLaFuente-J. Park-Douglas C. Yearley Memorial may be seen Monday through Friday from North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New second story to the house with a rear yard member of the Student Affairs Advi- 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Isabella Dodds Scholarship; Westfield Scholarship; Emma Partridge- Jersey. setback of + 10 feet where 35 feet is Kris McAloon sory Committee and as a teaching Chapter UNICO National Awards; and Westfield High School Distinguished Eleanor McGovern required, to allow a front yard setback of Planning Board Secretary assistant for the Clinical Skills Edu- Borough Clerk 22.9 feet where 35.66 feet is required; to Westfield Jaycees Scholarship; Jeffrey Student Award; Noel and Thelma Tay- 1 T - 6/23/11, The Leader Fee: $23.46 1 T - 6/23/11, The Times Fee: $21.42 allow a maximum building coverage of cation Course. She also volunteered DeSorbo-Fundamentals of Calculus lor Memorial Award; J. Isabella Dodds PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 21.9% where 20% is allowed and to allow at the Student Family Health Care Award; Juliette Diaz- The Wil…Power Scholarship; and Most Outstanding a maximum habitable floor area of 39.9% Center (SFHCC), organized and Scholarship and Douglas C. Yearley Foreign Language Student; Michael TOWN OF WESTFIELD ning at a point one hundred fifty feet dis- where 37% is allowed. Application denied. planned activities for patients in the Memorial Scholarship; Brooke Pohling-National Merit Scholarship tant from the intersection of the westerly Public Notice is hereby given that an Paul McNicholas, 54 Tamaques Way. curb line of Newton Place as extended Planned Activities Less Medicine Vol- Domino-Westfield Jaycees Scholar- Award – Commended; Shannon Reilly- ordinance of which the following is a copy Applicant sought variance relief from Sec- and the northerly curb line of Prospect unteer Program (PALM), mentored ship; Wenqi Duan-National Merit Col. and Mrs. Henry Bayard McCoy was introduced, read and passed on first tions 11.08E7 and 11.08E13 of the Land Street as extended and extending one reading by the Council of the Town of Use Ordinance to allow the construction of Newark public elementary-school Scholarship Award – Commended and Scholarship – Westfield Foundation hundred five feet in a northwesterly direc- Westfield at a meeting held June 14, 2011, a sunroom on a section of the rear deck students with the Early Start Foreign Language Awareness Lan- Matching Award; Rachel Rickles- Ex- tion, on school days between the hours of and that the said Council will further con- with a rear yard setback of 33 feet where 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. and 2:30 P.M. to Mentoring Program and performed guage Group Award; Ashley Edwards- cellence in History Award and Model sider the same for final passage on the 35 feet is required and to allow a maximum 3:30 P.M., and shall be designated as in a rock band with other medical Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Associa- UN/Youth and Government Award; 12th day of June, 2011 at 8:00 p.m., or as continuous wall length of 51.3 feet where school bus zone. soon thereafter as said matter can be 25 feet is allowed. Application approved students. tion/Dorothy Kirkley Memorial Schol- Alexei Riddle-PTSO Mathematics 5. Section 13-21.5 – “Handicapped reached, in the Council Chambers, Mu- with conditions. She will do her preliminary resi- arship Award; Colin Eldridge- Envi- Award; Matthew Ritter- National Merit Parking Space – On Street” of the Town nicipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Code shall be changed by adding the Andrew and Heather Altobelli, 1060 dency in medicine at University Hos- ronmental Science Award; Parker Enix- Scholarship Award – Commended; Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and following language: Wyandotte Trail. Applicant sought vari- pital in Newark, followed by a resi- Ross-Mandeville-Rentrop Scholarship; Amber Roberson- Dr. Martin Luther place any person who may be interested 700 Prospect Street (Franklin School), ance relief from Sections 11.05E8 and therein will be given an opportunity to be dency in neurology at Albert Einstein- Justin Erickson- National Merit Schol- King, Jr. Association/Dorothy Kirkley northerly side, beginning at a point one 11.05E11 of the Land Use Ordinance to heard concerning said ordinance. Montefiore Medical Center in The arship Award – Commended; Casey Memorial Scholarship Award; Nicho- hundred feet north from the intersection of demolish an existing ranch house and Claire J. Gray the north curb line of Newton Place as garage and to construct a single family Bronx, N.Y. Federbusch-Model UN/Youth and las Roth- National Merit Scholarship Town Clerk extended with the north curb line of Pros- house with a 2 - car garage and a raised PUBLIC NOTICE Government Award and Gail W. Award – Commended; Jill Salisbury- GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1979 pect Street as extended and from such deck with a building height of 38.67 feet at Trimble Memorial Award; Danielle The Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Pro- beginning point extending northerly for a the rear wall/ 34.75 feet average mean TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Fields-National Merit Scholarship gram Scholarship; Matthew Santry- distance of 50 feet. where 33.5 feet is allowed and to allow an ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF 124 Cacciola Place, southerly side, all improvement coverage of 33.9% where Award – Winner and French Excel- The Sylvia Cummin Outstanding Busi- WESTFIELD, CHAPTER 13 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the beginning at a point fifty five feet south- 30% is allowed. Application denied. lence Award; Adam Fischette- AP Cal- ness Student Award; Jenna Sharkey- meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjust- BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council westerly from the intersection of the west Capital One N.A., 138 Central Avenue. ment of the Township of Scotch Plains culus AB Award; Emma Foley-Na- David M. Hart Science Award; Joshua of the Town of Westfield in the County of curb line of Stirling Place as extended with Applicant sought variance relief from Sec- held on June 2, 2011 the Board adopted tional Merit Scholarship Award – Com- Simmons- National Merit Scholarship Union as follows: the south curb line of Cacciola Place as tions 16.04E1a and 16.04E1d of the Land the following resolution: SECTION I. extended and from such beginning point mended; Alexandra Frankel- National Award – Commended; Wyatt Smith- Use Ordinance to install one (1) 36 inch x Approved – Richard McCaffrey for 1. Section 13-6 – “Stop Intersections” extending southwesterly for a distance of Merit Scholarship Award – Semifinal- German Outstanding Achievement 15 feet 2 inch non-illuminated blue pan side yard and total side yard variances to of the Town Code shall be changed by 25 feet. sign on the east elevation of the building construct a two-story dwelling and rear ist and Finalist; Katherine Frega- Liesja Award; Caroline Snizek- Broadcast adding the following: 6. Section 13-29 – “Parking lot no.2” which is not the main entrance to the deck at property known as 2394 Hamlette Anne Tortorello Carpe Diem Award; Journalism Award and Westfield Demo- Cowperthwaite Place and Nelson Place of the Town Code shall be changed by building, where a sign or awning is allowed Place, Block 7201, Lot 22. Stop signs shall be installed on Nelson amending the following: Megan Beck Memorial Scholarship; cratic Committee Public Service Award; at the main public entrance to the building The file pertaining to this application is in Place. (a) Parking in this lot shall be limited to The Wil…Power Scholarship; and Jacob Steinfield-Laura Meierhans and to allow a vertical dimension of the the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- 2. Section 13-20 – “Same – At all two hours except for those spaces therein sign of 36 inches where allowable dimen- ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch Andrew and Helen Bogert Scholar- Memorial Scholarship; Peter Surace- times.” of the Town Code shall be changed as may be designated for permit parking. sions are not exceed 2.5 feet. Application Plains and available for public inspection ship; Alec Friedlander-Foreign Lan- Barry Judd Memorial Scholarship; The by removing the following: 7. Section 13-35B – “Permit Parking” approved as amended. during regular office hours. Lenox Avenue, northwest side, begin- of the Town Code shall be changed by guage Awareness Language Group Seifeldin Ashmawy Peace Award; and Kathleen Nemeth Barbara Horev, Secretary ning at the northeasterly curb line of Elmer adding the following language: Award; Josh Friedman- National Merit Andrew and Helen Bogert Scholar- Secretary, Board of Adjustment Zoning Board of Adjustment Street and extending in a northeasterly (f) Parking in certain spaces within a 1 T - 6/23/11, The Leader Fee: $60.18 1 T - 6/23/11, The Times Fee: $18.36 Scholarship Award – Commended and ship; Adrian Szycowski- Col. and Mrs. direction for a distance of one hundred portion of Municipal Lot 2, shall be by Physics 2 AP-C Award; Haozhe Gao- Henry Bayard McCoy Scholarship; twenty feet. permit only, which shall be evidenced by a PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 3. Section 13-21 – “Parking prohib- hang tag, issued by the town, to be dis- National Merit Scholarship Award – Matthew Tarantino-PTSO Science ited at certain times.” of the Town Code played on the vehicle at all times. Such TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Commended; John Gentile- Peggy H. Award; Garrett Verdone-Westfield High shall be changed by changing the follow- permits shall only be available to employ- COUNTY OF UNION and Jeremiah A. Lott Award; Georgia School Spirit Award; Jacob Walker- ing: ees of the Town of Westfield and shall be TAKE NOTICE The undersigned will expose for sale at Public Auction, in accordance Gleason- Foreign Language Awareness Katherine E. Cuthbertson Memorial Prospect Street, northerly side, begin- nontransferable. with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and locations specified below, the following motor ning at a point twenty-five feet distant from SECTION II. All ordinances or parts of Language Group Award; Westfield Award; Ellen Walsh-Douglas J. vehicles which came into the possession of the Scotch Plains Police Department through the intersection of the westerly curb line of ordinances in conflict or inconsistent with Education Association Scholarship; and Odenkirk Memorial Award; Katherine abandonment or failure of owners to claim same. Newton Place as extended and the north- any part of the terms of this ordinance are All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no Lisa Monteleone Teaching Scholarship; Waxtel-Katherine E. Cuthbertson Me- erly curb line of Prospect Street as ex- hereby repealed to the extent that they are representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Minimum bid for each Joseph Greenspan-Certificate of Ap- morial Award; Madison Weist- Na- tended and extending sixty five feet in a in such conflict or inconsistent. vehicle will be all towing and storage fees due to the towing agency. northwesterly direction, on school days SECTION III. In the event any section, pointment for the U.S. Naval Acad- tional Merit Scholarship Award – Com- Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at between the hours of 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 part or provision of this ordinance shall be emy; Jessica Gregory-Laurence F. mended; Brian Williams- Katherine E. time of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. A.M. and 2:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M., and shall held unconstitutional or invalid by any court, The public auction shall be held on June 30, 2011 in accordance with the laws of the Greene Achievement Award; Neil Cuthbertson Memorial Award; Cheryl be designated as school bus zone. such holding shall not affect the validity of State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. Haggerty-Edmund K. Faltermayer Wu- National Merit Scholarship Award Prospect Street. this ordinance as a whole, or any part (1) Both sides, between North Avenue thereof other than the part so held uncon- The following vehicles may be examined at Sevell’s Auto Body, 320 Windsor Place, Journalism Scholarship; Rachel Harth- – Commended; Tianzuo Xu- National and Ferris Place, between the hours of stitutional or invalid. Westfield, New Jersey at 9:15 am. Public Auction will commence at 9:30 am. National Merit Scholarship Award – Merit Scholarship Award – Com- 2:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. SECTION IV. This ordinance shall take MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID Commended; Alyssa Hatch- National mended; Jeffrey Yang- Chemistry 2 4. Section 13-21 – “Parking prohib- effect after passage and publication, as Mercury 1993 1MELM5340PA642881 $2500.00 Merit Scholarship Award – Com- AP Award; and Larry Zhang – Na- ited at certain times.” of the Town Code soon as, and in the manner permitted by shall be changed by adding the following: law. BOZENA LACINA, RMC, Township Clerk mended; John S. and Helen Bell tional Merit Scholarship Award – Prospect Street, northerly side, begin- 1 T - 6/23/11, The Leader Fee: $104.04 1 T - 6/23/11, The Times Fee: $36.72 McMartin Award; and J. Isabella Dodds Commended. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 23, 2011 Page 19

Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Prom — Photos courtesy of Pam Shlissel and Marty Marks Westfield 5K and Pizza Register Now for July NJIO Extravaganza Set for July 20 Chamber Music Workshop WESTFIELD - The Downtown be a new contributing sponsor. State BERKELEY HEIGHTS – The that matches your skill level is pro- Westfield Corporation’s 10th Annual Farm Insurance Christine Consenza New Jersey Intergenerational Orches- vided and our encouraging coaching Downtown Westfield 5K and Pizza Agency has returned with a contrib- tra is offering its Introduction to staff will guide you to experience the Extravaganza will be on July 20. The uting sponsorship. Creative Dental Chamber Music Workshop for String joys of playing chamber music among shotgun will fire at 7 p.m. to an- Care has returned with a supporting and Winds. The program is designed new friends. Past participants range nounce the start of the race. This year sponsorship. for beginner and intermediate play- in age from 11 through 70, in keeping registration is only pre and online at The race will be held on the USATF ers of all ages, but is open to all levels. with the NJIO mission of “bridging www.PracticeHard.com. There are no certified course for the following The workshop is held on Thursday the generations through music.” processing fees and the online sign route: On East Broad Street left onto evenings, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Martin Steinberg, cellist, is the up closes at midnight on July 17. Pick North Euclid Avenue, left onto Park Judith G. Wharton Music Center, 60 workshop leader. He has performed up d-tags and t-shirts (to the first Drive through Mindowaskin Park, Locust Avenue, Berkeley Heights. at Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, 2,000 entrants) on race day as early Cross Mountain Avenue, right onto Session B runs from July 7 – July Alice Tully Hall, Symphony Space as 5 p.m. Lawrence Avenue, left onto Sylvania ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO!…Runners take off at the Downtown 28. The cost is $100. An application and NJPAC and teaches cello in his Last year, the nicknamed “pizza Place, right onto Elm Street, left onto Westfield 5K and Pizza Extravaganza to be held this year onWednesday, July 20. can be downloaded from the NJIO studio in South Orange. run” attracted over 2,500 runners and Newton Place, right onto Prospect Participants are treated to a pizza dinner after the race. web site, www.njio.org or, call the Wind coach, Meredyth Coleman, over 6,000 spectators for a night of Street, left onto Brightwood Avenue, NJIO office at (908) 603-7691 and is oboist for City Winds Trio since running, pizza, prizes, and entertain- left onto Embree Crescent, left onto leave a message. 2001. She has a Masters degree in ment. The Downtown Westfield 5K Eaglecroft Road, right onto Clark ‘Westfield in Bloom’ Project For more information, contact musical performance on oboe from and Pizza Extravaganza is a great Street, left onto West Dudley Av- workshop leader and cellist, Martin the Hartt School of Music. Ms. way to showcase the business com- enue, right onto Elm Street, and fin- Steinberg at (973) 953-4425, or email Coleman also holds a professional munity and surrounding neighbor- ish just past East Broad Street. Refer Underway, Volunteers Needed [email protected]. studies performance diploma in En- hoods. to www.WestfieldToday.com for the WESTFIELD - Westfield in Bloom Each student receives personal and glish horn from the Mannes College Trinitas Regional Medical Center 2011 course map. is well underway in Westfield. After group instruction on their instrument of Music. She performed with the is the Platinum Sponsor of the event Pizza and dessert will be provided last year’s four bloom rating and two by a staff of outstanding professional Emerson String Quartet and numer- for the second year. So far, Horizon to all registered runners. Entertain- awards, the Downtown Westfield Cor- coaches. A noncompetitive and re- ous orchestras. Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jer- ment will be provided by the Michael poration (DWC) and David Williams, laxed atmosphere is key to learning The Introduction to Chamber Mu- sey, Shop Rite of Garwood, Over- Craig Band with an awards ceremony of Williams Nursery have expanded and enjoying this workshop, and a sic Workshop has been made pos- look Medical Center, and Stop and immediately following the race. their efforts for the National America typical evening includes a brief dis- sible in part though the generosity of Shop have returned with silver spon- To find out more about the Down- in Bloom Competition, locally known cussion, coaching and playing with a ACMP – The Chamber Music Net- sorships. The Alternative Press, Drew town Westfield Corporation 5K and as “Westfield in Bloom.” break in between to socialize. Music work. and Rogers, and Westfield Pediatric Pizza Extravaganza, contact Sherry Westfield will be visited by two Dental Group will be returning bronze Cronin, or Beth Brenner at the Down- America in Bloom judges on August sponsors. Castle Bootery/Saucony, town Westfield Corporation at 105 1 and 2. They will score and judge Wells Fargo Advisors, UBS Finan- Elm Street, Westfield 07090, (908) based upon eight criteria: floral dis- cial Services are new bronze spon- 789-9444 or by visiting plays, tidiness, landscaped areas, ur- sors. Thomas Burns, DMD, PA will www.WestfieldToday.com. ban forestry, heritage, community involvement, turf and groundcovers, POPCORN™ and environmental effort. Of the 28 towns which participated in last year’s Photo courtesy of Sarah Hoffman competition, Westfield has received BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS…Flowering two of the top prizes in the competi- baskets have been placed on Central “Midnight in Paris” Avenue as part of the annual “Westfield tion. Working to receive the same in Bloom” effort. The Brilliance of Woody’s Twilight gratification this year, businesses, 4 popcorns individuals and organizations are en- Genco, local resident and host of a couraged to participate with their certified Monarch Waystation, One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent own plantings and beautification Diane has been an active supporter projects. By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER replete with a beautifully iterated in “Westfield in Bloom.” Diane has Film Critic Downtown Westfield Corporation panoply of familiar Allen themes been teaching the community about and Williams Nursery have partnered butterflies and gardening for many Attempting to figure out where about love, career and squeezing again to place beautiful floral dis- filmmaker Woody Allen’s brilliant the utmost joy and knowledge from years. Westfield in Bloom’s theme BEST FRIENDS – The Friends of Westfield Symphony present proceeds from plays in downtown Westfield. 48 is to attract Monarch butterflies due their Tour of Notable Homes to Westfield Symphony Orchestra at the Finale “Midnight in Paris” slots in among life’s big puzzle. Intelligently con- hanging baskets of Queen of Balcon his best works, it occurs that it would vivial, it invites us into the big joke, to the dwindling numbers of the party held June 12 at the home of Beth Denker. The Westfield Symphony season ivy geraniums adorn the fences on species. These butterflies will also will resume on September 10 with a season opening patriotic concert in com- be just as difficult to decide which name dropping, edifying and add- Central Avenue and an additional memoration of the 9/11 10-year anniversary. Pictured, left to right, are: Gretchen of Babe Ruth’s homeruns were the ing the author’s twist on the storied serve as pollinators for Westfield’s 52 baskets will be filled on light plant life. Castorina (2011 Home Tour Chair), Mark Fleder (WSO Board President), most magnificent. Featuring soul- era he so lovingly praises and poles around downtown and at the Maestro David Wroe (WSO Music Director), Carole Leone (Friends Treasurer), fully whimsical writing, exquisite deconstructs. One of the gardens planted to at- train station. Furthermore, 48 rect- tract butterflies this year was done so Lee Corcoran (Friends Co-President). direction and superb acting, he Plus, there’s a twist within the angular planters with Dragon knocks this one right out of the twist, and a heartfelt love story by members of Keller Williams Re- Winged Begonias and variegated alty. They again joined forces and park. tucked dreamily inside the roman- ivy have been placed at storefronts Drawing us in from the get-go tic comedy. Her name is Adriana. donated a garden to Westfield as part and common areas in the down- of their National RED (Renew, Ener- with a perfect montage of Paris from Played by Marion Cotillard, the town. every angle at every time of day, would-be couturier to the stars has gize, Donate) Day. Last year, Keller Volunteers are sought for gar- Williams Realty donated and planted rain or shine, he essentially admits lived with Modigliani and Picasso, dening, weeding and watering in he can love another city almost as though not at the same time, and the beautiful rose garden at the North downtown. Participants in Avenue Train Station. This year, well as he does New York. It is the won Hemingway’s affections. She “Westfield in Bloom’”may also playground for this elegantly liter- tacitly becomes Gil’s guide to 1920s Keller Williams Realty donated and compete for awards in categories planted the entrance to the large mu- ate comedy. By film’s end Woody Paris. such as: Best Window Boxes, Best charmingly reaffirms every glori- Sad-eyed and wise beyond her nicipal lot on Elm Street, (near Trader Storefronts, Best Planters, Best of Joe’s) by planting perennial sedum ous notion and myth about the City years, she exudes a vulnerability Westfield, Best Kid’s Gardens, and of Lights. and fatalism Gil can’t help but find plants with an additional goal to at- Best Gardens. Having the commu- tract butterflies too. It will prove a most alluring and attractive. What’s more, she takes nity get involved not only helps challenging crucible for Owen him seriously, as she does the devo- America in Bloom is an indepen- Westfield bloom, but instills a sense dent, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization Wilson’s Gil Pender. A successful tion to art for art’s sake. And like of pride in the community. Entries screenwriter on vacation with his Gil, she pines for another era. The dedicated to promoting nationwide can be sent by email to beautification programs and personal fiancée, Inez (Rachel McAdams), comparative wistfulness is terrific [email protected] or by and her parents, he hears the call of and informing. Gosh, old sport, this and community involvement through contacting Downtown Westfield Photo courtesy of Jim Lowney/County of Union his passion. Maybe he should just is an awfully good piece of writing. the use of flowers, plants, trees, and Corporation at other environmental and lifestyle en- FIRST PLACE…Union County Freeholder Bette Jane Kowalski, left, congratu- chuck Hollywood, move to Paris Naturally, Allen suffuses Gil’s [email protected] or lates Millicent Brody of Westfield on winning first place in the professional and devote himself to a life of belles- 1920s paradise with the great melo- hancements. America in Bloom pro- photography category at the 2011 Union County Senior Art Show during the (908) 789-9444. vides educational programs, resources, opening reception for the exhibit at the Elizabethtown Gas Company’s Liberty lettres. You know, do the Left Bank dies of the time, and makes sure to This year’s theme of “Attracting thing. have Cole Porter (Yves Heck) him- and the challenge of a friendly compe- Hall Center in Union. The exhibit will be on display until July 16 at Liberty Hall the Butterflies” presents a new goal tition between participating communi- Center, which is located at 1085 Morris Avenue in Union. Viewing times are from Then the magic is introduced. Just self at the piano one night, regaling for the team. Inspired by Diane in case Gil needed further inspira- partygoers with those intelligently ties across the country. 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. tion to engage in the literary dream significant lyrics. The casting is that Paris evokes, one night when great. With just a touch of defining the wanderlust takes him exploring caricature added, everyone looks The teachers at the through the streets, a strange thing and acts as we imagined they would. happens. Pulling up in a 1920 Corey Stoll is especially funny as Peugeot Landaulet limo, several Ernest Hemingway; Alison Pill and revelers beckon Gil to join them. Tom Hiddleston are appropriately Hesitating only a second, he hops reckless as Zelda and F. Scott CAROLYN KLINGER-KUETER aboard. Fitzgerald, respectively; and Adrien They arrive at a party. Brody is a hoot as Salvador Dali. Hmm…must be a costume gala. But if you’re looking for an early Everyone’s dressed in the glamour handicap on the nominations, fig- MUSIC STUDIO of the Lost Generation, Paris, circa ure Kathy Bates as a strong possi- 1920s. And then a fellow whose bility for Best Supporting Actress. wife just happens to be named Insofar as Owen Wilson’s writer Zelda, introduces himself as Scott in wonderland, this doubtlessly is Commend their students on their fine performances at the Fitzgerald…F. Scott Fitzgerald, he his best performance to date. In- adds. If ever there were a theme deed, he distinguished himself in park to fulfill one’s fantasy, Gil has “The Royal Tenenbaums” (2001) stumbled upon it. and has achieved amiability via sev- He meets them all, a pantheon of eral farces. However, whether it’s 52nd the great scribes, painters, critics, because Woody inspires actors or pundits and hangers on, and, what’s he recognizes their hidden ability, more, they like him. This includes here Wilson expands his thespic Kathy Bates’s marvelously inter- menu. ANNIVERSARY preted Gertrude Stein who, Ernest Allen, playing Auntie Mame to Hemingway assures, would be the our Patrick Dennis, generously best to evaluate the novel Gil has wants to show and tell us every been struggling to write. Tellingly, smart and comical thing he knows. of piano recitals it’s about a man who runs a nostal- Thus, whilst trying to figure where gia shop. this fits among the filmmaker’s fin- Gil escapes to this world from est works, and recalling Robert the appointed pickup spot each mid- Browning’s phrase, “the best is yet night, drawing only the slightest to be,” it occurs “Midnight in Paris” NOW ENROLLING for the suspicious inquiry from Inez. The just might herald a new dawn for beautiful but self-absorbed lass has Woody. not fallen far from the tree. She *** SUMMER & FALL PROGRAMS assures her heinously materialistic “Midnight in Paris,” rated PG- mom (Mimi Kennedy) that, while 13, is a Sony Pictures Classics re- odd, Gil will be a good provider. lease directed by Woody Allen and Besides, he isn’t to be taken too stars Owen Wilson, Rachel 424 St. Marks Avenue, Westfield www.carolynmusic.com (908) 233-9094 seriously. McAdams and Kathy Bates. Run- It’s a parable worthy of Aesop, ning time: 100 minutes Page 20 Thursday, June 23, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Visual Art Center of NJ Hosts Members Showcase By MARYLOU MORANO Scotch Plains residents exhibiting Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times work in this year’s show include SUMMIT – Westfield photographer Marjorie Picard, Claire Bischoff and Joanie Schwarz won “Best in Show” Meral Akyuz. for her Giclee print, “Girl on the Tracks” Participating from Mountainside are at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey’s Jeri Greenberg, Tony DiBella, J. Brooke (VACNJ) 2011 Members Show and Gardiner and Hope Saladino. Sale, which opened June 17. Alexis Hale Egan, owner of Gallery The photograph is of a 14-year-old Egan in Morristown was this year’s Betsey Burgdorf for The Westfield Leader and The Times girl named Sophie who is dressed in a Members Show and Sale judge. PERRENIAL BEAUTY…The greenhouse at Williams Nursery in Westfield was all a bloom on June 16 when it was visited by approximately 100 garden center wedding gown and sitting on the ground She awarded $1,900 in prize money owners and managers from all over the United States, as well as New Jersey between two sets of train tracks. in the categories of photography, wa- Secretary of Agriculture Doug Fisher, after being selected along with 14 other “It is the first image in a series of tercolor, sculpture, ceramics, portrai- garden stores in the state of New Jersey to be included on a tour of notable Marylou Morano for The Westfield Leader and The Times photographs about the transition from ture, pastel, innovative expressions and/ MEMBER APPRECIATION…The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey held its nurseries. “Members Show” to showcase the work of 150 of its members, opening June 17 being a child to becoming a woman,” or media, best in show, honorable men- in Summit. Submitted artwork was accepted in a variety of mediums, from said Ms. Schwarz, who explained that tion and merit during the exhibit’s open- painting and sculpture to video and two-dimensional wall works. Artists with one of her current projects is to inter- ing reception on June 17. WF Comm. Band to Present winning artwork received cash prizes totaling $1,900. view girls ages 3-14, and photograph VACNJ’s Members Show and Sale them in their mothers’ wedding dresses. will be open through July 15. Several other local residents partici- For more information visit Independence Day Concert NJPAC to Offer Free Summer pated in this year’s VACNJ Members www.artcenternj.org, or call (908) 273- WESTFIELD – The Sons of the cert will be held in the Westfield Show and Sale, which consisted of 9121. American Revolution and Daugh- Community Room in the Westfield nearly 150 member artists’ works. Sub- ters of the American Revolution join Municipal Building. The Westfield Events Starting Tonight mitted artwork was accepted in any the Westfield Community Band to Community Concert Band is spon- medium, from painting and sculpture present the annual town-wide Inde- sored by the Westfield Recreation NEWARK – This summer, NJPAC Francophone countries including to video and two-dimensional wall pendence Day Celebration on Thurs- Department, Director Bruce is once again the place to be in down- Haiti, Cote D’Ivoire and the Demo- works. day, June 30, at 7:30 p.m. in Kaufmann. town Newark on Wednesday and cratic Republic of Congo; a Ladies Westfield artists included: Audrey Mindowaskin Park. For further information, please Thursday nights, hosting free music, Night (August 4) culminating with a Yankielun, Jeanette Goldstein, Leonard As part of the band’s historic 99th contact (908) 789-4080 or go to the dance and a hopping social scene. Bachata dance party, a Jazz Night Gabriel, Janet Gabriel, Eugene Prial, concert season, this concert features band’s website at The Arts Center’s popular annual (August 18) featuring guitarist John Manette Scheininger, Takayo traditional and popular works from WestfieldCommunityBand.com. concert festival, Sounds of the City, Ehlis and Revive Da Live Big Band Futamura, Sharon Reed, Sung Kang, American history as well as the brings the State’s hottest weekly with Igmar Thomas, and the always- Barbara McElheny and Cynthia Killian, Broadway stage. music series, featuring Newark’s, packed Salsa finale on August 25 Shirley Oslislo and James Oslislo. Ken Reed will be the featured per- New Jersey’s and the region’s best with Swing Sabroso, special guest Mr. Gabriel’s sculpture, “Untitled” former saxophone, accompanied by jazz, pop/rock, R&B and world mu- artists still to be named, and free won the Martha Barns Memorial Award the band of “Persuasion” by Sammy sic artists – with over 40 bands/artists dance lessons, sponsored by for Ceramics. Nestico. Mr. Reed is a retired band and DJs, a vendor marketplace, and a Hennessy. Ms. Gabriel’s pastel, “Tuscan View” director of 20 years, having played multi-thousand-person party – Thurs- A full list of artists performing at is an outdoor still life of flowers on a with the Westfield Community Band day evenings, June 23 through Au- NJPAC’s Sounds of the City can be table framed by an open door in the for the past eight years. Ken also gust 25, from 5 to 10 p.m. found below. background. It is replete with the color works as a composer, arranger and After becoming an instant hit last GKT presents Sonic Superstars, and mood of this region of Italy. band adjudicator, often service as a summer, NJPAC gets people’s feet – last year’s addition to the Newark Mr. Futamura’s dramatic oil paint- guest conductor with bands through- Deutscher Club to and the rest of their bodies – moving nightlife scene, was an instant hit and ing, “Stanford” is a detailed depiction out the state. at GKT presents Sonic Superstars, a returns with four evenings of body- of arches overlaying a courtyard freck- The evening’s selections include free Wednesday night dance party rocking music from some of the hot- Host Country led with shadow and sunlight. Joanie Schwarz — “Girl on the Tracks” Blue and the Gray, American Patrol headlined by some of the world’s top test DJ’s working today. The series and audience favorite in addition to Western Night DJs, running July 6 through July 27 opens July 6 with a Soulful House music from the American musical CLARK – The Deutscher from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Music Night featuring Beloved and theater with “Broadway Show Stop- Club of Clark will hold a Coun- Sounds of the City continues an Jihad Muhammad. pers” and selections from Wicked. try Western Night on Saturday, annual summer tradition of bringing The following Wednesdays in July The program’s intermission will July 9, from 6 to 10 p.m. The the top talent from the region to its are Ladies Nights (July 13) head- highlight Westfield’s Town Crier, event is open to the public and outdoor stage in NJPAC’s Theater lined by Samantha Ronson and spon- sharing local news stories with the will be held outdoors, rain or Square. Sounds of the City kicks-off sored by Hennessy Black; a Hip Hop concert attendees as well as an Inde- shine. Entertainment will be pro- on June 23 with a eighteen-artist Trib- Night (July 20) with the Awesome 2 pendence Day address. vided by the Thunderhill Band. ute to the King of Pop, Michael Jack- and iconic hip hop DJ/producer Prince The Westfield Community Band Picnic tables and parking son, co-presented with Purpose Paul, and a Global Soul Experience continues its summer concert series available. German and Ameri- Records and sponsored by Hennessy. Night (July 27), which brings New on Thursday, July 7, and 14. All can food and beverages will be Each artist will pay homage to “the York City’s twice monthly Libation concerts are held in Mindowaskin available. No outside food or king” by covering some of his hits as party to Newark. Park, located next to the Westfield beverages permitted. No pets, well as some more obscure songs. This summer’s Sounds of the City Municipal Building at 425 East bicycles, skates, skateboards, Other notable evenings in the se- series is sponsored by Chase, Berke- Broad Street in Westfield. scooters permitted ries include an Afropop Night (July ley College, BD (Becton, Dickinson The event is free to the public; For more information call 7) that includes the international and Company), Bud Light, Hennessy, audience members are encouraged (732) 574-8600 of visit music icon Banning Eyre with Verizon Wireless, Newark Downtown to bring blankets or chairs. In the www.deutscherclub.us. Timbila; a Bastille Day Celebration District, New Jersey State Council event of inclement weather, the con- (July 14) featuring music from on the Arts and Discover Jersey Arts. CROWD PLEASERS...The Westfield Community Band will begin its summer concert series tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Mindowaskin Park. Above, clarinetists entertain the crowd at a past concert. Westfield Recreation Department Summer Events Calendar Summer Playground Program eighth grades. The cost is $5. – The program is open to all Summer Discount Tickets – Westfield residents. Playground Tickets, or coupons are available locations are at Franklin, for the following attractions: Jefferson, McKinley, Tamaques, Morey’s Piers, Great Adventure & Washington and Wilson Elemen- Hurricane Harbor, Dorney Park & tary Schools June 29 through Au- Wildwater Kingdom, Seseme gust 4. Register at the Recreation Place, Mountain Creek, Hershey Office located at 425 East Broad Park, Clementon Park & Splash Street. The fee is $60 and first World, Sahara Sam’s Oasis, The time registrants must bring cur- Steel Pier and Camelbeach. Tick- rent report card for proof of ets are now available in the Recre- grade. ation Office located at 425 East Photo courtesy of Lori Hoerrner Teen Swim at Memorial Pool Broad Street. PICTURE PERFECT…Westfield High School students gathered at the home of – Wednesday nights beginning June For more information on these Lori and Scott Hoerrner on June 4 for a pre-prom party. Pictured, left to right, Photo courtesy of Lori Hoerrner 29 through August 31 from 8:30 to programs, or other camps being FANCY FROCKS…Students dress to impress at a Westfield High School pre- are: Neil Haggerty, Danielle Fields, Josh Mazen, Katherine Frega, Ravi Jha, 10:30 p.m. Open to all Westfield offered, visit westfieldnj.gov/rec- Alycia Jhaveri, David Osterman, Chelsea Siegel, Kevin Lee, Francine Nieva, prom party held June 4. Pictured, left to right, are: Priya Nayer, Emma Foley, Megan Hoerrner, Nick Chapel, Amanda Adsit, Alex Dumont, Christine Spitler, teens completing fifth through reation or call (908) 789-4080. Cynthia Lam, Danielle Fields, Emma Gross, Megan Hoerrner, Debbie Wu and Jessica Sipe and Kevin Morris. Alycia Jhaveri.

Williams Nursery Tour by Betsey Burgdorf Monk’s Painting

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