Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, March 30, 2017 OUR 127th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 13-2017 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR DWC OKs Grants, Discusses Girls Day, Night Out

By DOMINIC A. LAGANO The board receives recommenda- DWC Executive Director Sherry Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tions from its Design Committee, Cronin. “They started with having WESTFIELD — The Downtown which works with business and prop- rock and roll players come and per- Westfield Corporation (DWC) board erty owners to ensure that the busi- form in their space and it developed a of directors, the management entity ness in question adheres to Westfield’s cult following among rock and roll of the Special Improvement District ordinances regarding signage and the bands.” (SID), at its Monday night approved like. The board also approved a grant grants for two businesses opening The board first approved a grant for Hand Picks, a clothing store that soon in the downtown area. for Emack & Bolio, a shop to be will be located at 107 Prospect Street. As part of its mandate, the DWC located at 258 East Broad Street that “I don’t know if you’ve been watch- provides grants to businesses that will feature “ice cream for the con- ing Facebook, but kids have been improve the exterior façades of their noisseur.” nuts about this place. They sell urban buildings, which usually occurs when “The first grant is for Emack and wear,” stated Ms. Cronin. “It’s kind a new business opens. Bolio, the new ice cream store,” stated of fun. Instagram is blowing up over this.” The board next discussed the Girls Day and Night Out event, a major shopping and dining promotion held every year in Westfield. This year, the event is scheduled for Friday, May 11. About 90 businesses are involved in some form for the event by provid- ing discounts on merchandise and dining. For a number of years, Girls Night Out was a biannual event with one “night” held in the spring and another one held in the fall. The board de- Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader cided in 2014 to limit the event to NEWLY APPOINTED...Scott Rubin thanks the Cranford Board of Education on Monday night after the board appointed him as superintendent of schools for the period beginning July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2022. He currently serves as once a year to promote its unique superintendent in the East Hanover Township. character. This year the board has decided to tweak the event a bit by adding a morning and afternoon session and Rubin Named Superintendent for rebranding the event as Girls Day and Night Out. As usual, the night portion of the festivities is scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. As of now, the morning and Cranford Schools at $165,000 Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader afternoon session’s schedule has not UNDERSTANDING THE WORLD...Pathways to Excellence (P2E) introduced a been finalized. By CHRISTINA M. HINKE ten to 12th grade district since 2015, are expected to change by that date. new topic for this year, entitled TED talk, explained one student, Ben, during the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader when Gayle Carrick retired. Currently, the cap for superintendent P2E presentation to the Cranford Board of Education on Monday night. “The goal “We are expanding Girls’ Night is to find the best way to start ideas and a deeper understanding of the world,” Ben Out while some towns are eliminat- CRANFORD – The board of educa- Mr. Rubin has been superintendent level in the district is $165,000, accord- told the board. ing their Girls Night Out events,” tion on Monday unanimously approved of schools in East Hanover Township, ing to the statute. stated Ms. Cronin stated. “Our event the appointment of Scott Rubin as su- a grade K to 8 school district, since Upon appointing Mr. Rubin, board is so popular and concentrated in a perintendent of schools for the period 2014, and was previously principal at member and chairwoman of the selec- New Visual, Performing four-hour window that we decided to beginning July 1 with a contract ending the Academy for Allied Health Sci- tion committee, Nicole Sherrin Kessler, make it an all-day event. Based on the on June 30, 2022. He replaces Interim ences and the Academy for Performing said the board had “found the right business feedback and the diverse Superintendent of Schools Marilyn Arts, part of the Union County Voca- combination of innovation and collabo- Arts Director Named CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Birnbaum, who has led the Kindergar- tional-Technical Schools system in ration.” Scotch Plains. He began his career as an Mr. Rubin followed up the board’s By SARAH MCGRAIL possible Monday graduation, none elementary teacher in Elizabeth. announcement with a speech to the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader of it good,” he said when the board Cranford Township Comm. Mr. Rubin graduated from Rutgers board and the members of the public, WESTFIELD — Hundreds of officially approved the 2018-2019 University in New Brunswick in 1995 with his family seated in the packed graduating students in Westfield school calendar. with a bachelor’s degree in English. He school board chambers. “I am incred- have been rescued from a Monday Superintendent Dolan also an- Unveils $37.9-Mil. Budget has earned his doctorate and master’s ibly excited to partner with faculty, graduation by education chiefs who nounced the appointment of a new degrees in education administration staff, parents, guardians and juggled the 2018-2019 school cal- visual and performing arts supervi- By CHRISTINA M. HINKE The committee will hold a public from Kean University. students….working together to deter- endar to change it to a Friday. sor to replace Linda King, Ed.D, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader hearing and adopt the budgets at its He and his wife, Lisa Jones-Rubin, mine how I can best support the efforts Board of Education member who will retire after 30 years in the CRANFORD — The $37.9-mil- next meeting. live in Bridgewater with their two sons, to enhance and enrich an outstanding Christopher Langhart thanked Su- position at the end of this school lion municipal budget for 2017 was Ronald Johnson was appointed as Jacob and Alexander. legacy in Cranford,” he said. perintendent of Schools Margaret year. introduced by the township commit- zoning officer effective Monday, Mr. Rubin’s salary will be equal to As Mr. Rubin moves into his new Dolan, Ed.D, and Assistant Super- Tom Weber, who will take on his tee Tuesday. Total general appro- April 3. The position has been un- the maximum salary amount under the role, Ms. Birnbaum has made a com- intendent of Curriculum, Instruc- new role in September, will oversee priations are $37,875,017. A tax levy filled since Zoning Officer Robert state law, as in effect July 1, 2017, mitment to work closely with Mr. Rubin tion and Programs, Paul Pineiro, the district’s award-winning music is estimated at $22.7 million; rev- Hudak resigned late last year. Mr. Board Attorney Jennifer Osborne told as he transitions into his position of for their efforts in making sure and theater programs. Mr. Weber enues excluding the tax levy are an- Johnson was assistant zoning officer The Westfield Leader. The salary caps CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 graduation would fall on a Friday in was the unanimous recommenda- ticipated at $13.7 million. Taxes will for the City of Plainfield. 2019. tion of board members from increase 1.4 percent, an increase of The township was approved a re- “We got a lot of feedback on a CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 $34.70 per average assessed home, fund of taxes to the lien holder, U.S. Finance Commissioner Andis Bank, of $127,295, and a premium Kalnins said. of $55,100, for property at 44 North The total estimated to be raised by Avenue East where the vacant build- taxes is $101 million, which includes ing, once occupied by Swan Clean- the $22.7 million for municipal op- ers, now sits. erations, $1.4 million for the library, In other news, the wrestling team $55.5 million for the school district won its first State Sectional Champi- and an estimated $21.3 million in onship since 1986, Mr. Kalnins said. county purpose taxes as well as At the start of the meeting, Mayor $626,763 in county open space taxes. Thomas Hannen, Jr. made a handful “The (municipal) capital budget of proclamations. Daniel Luppino this year was a real struggle to make,” and Christopher Brown were given a Mr. Kalnins said. proclamation for earning their Eagle Expenditures show an $800,000 Scout status — the highest rank in difference, which equates to the down Boy Scouting. Daniel created a play payment on the Birchwood Avenue area and eating area in a backyard of property, Mr. Kalnins said. Also, So- Step Up and Christopher cleaned up cial Security costs increased 18 per- and repaired the Girl Scout Park and cent, debt service increased by 13 added a picnic table and bench there. percent, and “tax appeals were detri- The date of March 22, 2017 was mental to us overall,” Mr. Kalnins proclaimed Smart and Savvy Day in noted. Among the biggest hits was Cranford. The mayor noted the Alli- Jim Lowney/County of Union East Coast Cranford Crossings LLC ance of Career Development non- AMONG THE BEST...Amy B. Herber of Westfield, center, was among the being awarded a state appeal judg- profits that provide career attire and honorees at the 25th annual Union County Women of Excellence dinner at the Clubhouse at Union County’s Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth last ment of over a quarter of a million training to get disadvantaged women Friday night. She was honored for excellence in the field of education. She is dollars in August of last year. back into the workplace. The Junior joined, from left to right, by Freeholders Linda Carter, Vernell Wright and Bette The property owner of Cranford League of Elizabeth-Plainfield’s Ca- Jane Kowalski, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi and Freeholder Alexander Business Park, located at 570 South reer Closet also offers career wear Mirabella. READ ACROSS LINCOLN SCHOOL...Lincoln School kindergartners in Patricia Avenue East, was granted a state tax for those women. Corcoran’s class celebrated Read Across America Day on March 2 by practicing appeal judgment that equates to Ann Cusack, a resident of Cran- PAGE INDEX the word family of “at” and other rhyming skills. Wearing their “at” hats and $50,366 in 2016 and $9,119 in 2015, ford as well as an employee of New displaying their favorite Dr. Seuss books, from left to right, are: Madelyn it was announced in a resolution Jersey Family Magazine, made a Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 20-21 Qualshie, Sophie Fernandez, Alen and Laila Mehmedovic, Gabriella Panarese Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-19 Tuesday. presentation to Jessica Dreyer and Real Estate .... 11-22 and Evan Washbourne. The children learned about Dr. Seuss' life as a child and The Downtown Management Cor- Dawn Salerno on Cranford being Police ...... 20 how it influenced him to become a children's writer and illustrator. The kinder- poration 2017 budget of $177,292 named the number one town for fami- Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 19 gartners also were exposed to a wide variety of books with the support of Westfield Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 parents who led small group readings of the books. also was introduced. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 WESTFIELD The Right Combination of Cutting Edge Technology WEST and the Highest Quality of Services and Programs is the Reason Why Coldwell Banker is the Preferred Real Estate Company. Westfield West Office • 600 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 • 908-233-0065 • ColdwellBankerHomes.com © 2016 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity ® #600NORTH Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. 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YOUR NEXT $ PURCHASE 5 OFF OF $50 OR MORE WITH THIS COUPON ONLY. EXP. 4/7/17 CODE:WESTLEAD10 430 NORTH AVENUE E • WESTFIELD, NJ • (908) 233-2424 • VINERIPEMARKETS.COM County Budget Introduced; Taxes to Climb $9.5 Million By PAUL J. PEYTON On the appropriation side, debt ser- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader vice is $67.6 million, up $4.2 million. COUNTY – The Union County “The County of Union has achieved Freeholders last Thursday introduced a Aaa bond rating from Moody’s — a $506.7-million budget that calls for the highest attainable. This rating af- $354.8 million to be raised in county firms the county’s strong financial taxes, a $9.5 million increase or 2.75 standing, with Moody’s citing Union percent county-wide over 2016. County as having ‘a very strong man- Taxes represent 70 percent of the agement team that has worked hard to income in the spending plan, with turn around the county’s finances,’” state and federal grants of $51.9 mil- County Manager Al Faella said in his lion making up 10 percent and sur- budget statement. “Moody’s also cited plus of $22.3 million accounting for the county’s manageable debt levels. another 4.4 percent. Net debt expressed as a percentage of A review of the budget shows that the equalized valuation basis is 0.887 the county is using $22 million out of percent, substantially less than the Jim Lowney/County of Union EXCELLENCE IN LAW...Terri L. Freeman, center, an attorney from Westfield, $66 million in surplus it listed at the maximum of 2 percent authorized by was among the honorees at the 25th annual Union County Women of Excellence end of last year. the state.” dinner at the Clubhouse at Union County’s Galloping Hill Golf Course in The amounts to be raised in taxes The budget includes $110.1 mil- Jim Lowney/County of Union Kenilworth last Friday night. She was honored for excellence in the field of Law. for each of the 21 municipalities in lion for general government, $96.8 AWARDED FOR EXCELLENCE...Arielle Cassidy of Garwood, center, was She is joined, from left to right, by Freeholders Linda Carter, Vernell Wright and the county will not be released until million for public safety, $18.5 mil- among the honorees at the 25th annual Union County Women of Excellence dinner Bette Jane Kowalski, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi and Freeholder the budget is adopted by the board lion for operational services, $13.9 at the Clubhouse at Union County’s Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth last Alexander Mirabella. Friday night. She was honored for excellence in the field of health and wellness. following a public hearing on Thurs- million for recreation, $107.7 million She is joined, from left to right, by Freeholders Linda Carter, Vernell Wright and day, April 27, a county spokesman for health and welfare and $20.7 mil- Bette Jane Kowalski, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi and Freeholder said. lion for education. Within that educa- Alexander Mirabella. “We will be holding a formal hear- tion total is $5 million for the voca- Rubin Named Super. ing for the budget on April 27 at 7 tional-technical schools and $14.7 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 p.m. here in Elizabeth, pending any million for the Union County College superintendent. explained one student, Ben. “The goal amendments from the state. The pub- system. Garwood Residents Demand “While I am sad to go…I feel confi- is to find the best way to start ideas and lic will also be able to make com- The board’s fiscal affairs commit- dent that you will be able to take the a deeper understanding of the world,” ments at that time,” Fiscal Affairs tee held four public hearings on the district further. We have lots of tradi- Ben said. Committee Chairman Al Mirabella budget. The amount to be raised in Answers to Parking Issues tions in Cranford; we don’t want to lose A STEAM program that was piloted said last Thursday. taxes is $733,997 lower than the By BETSEY BURGDORF Fidelity Land Development, and that those…but I think you can take us to the last year has expanded to the fourth and The spending plan includes $48.1 $355.5 million included in the execu- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader next step,” Ms. Birnbaum said. fifth grades, Ms. Kim said. million for group health insurance, tive budget submitted by Mr. Faella. he is open to discussing a solution. He Following the board’s appointment The P2E Showcase will be held up $2.9 million over last year; $16.5 In addition to the county purpose GARWOOD — At the Tuesday stated that liability issues relating to of the superintendent, Lisa Lesniak, Monday, June 5, at Orange Avenue million for prescription coverage, up tax, the county anticipates raising night meeting of the Garwood Coun- slips and falls in the lot were of great Kim Crowder, Meghan Dattola and School at 7 p.m. $1.8 million; and $959,158 for dental $10.2 million in open space taxes, up cil, residents voiced their frustration concern to Mr. Davino. A parking ga- Rachel Kim, as well as Walnut Avenue In other business, Hillside Avenue insurance and $200,000 for disability $269,371 over 2016. over parking shortfalls, the borough’s rage, selling spots or installing meters School Principal Angelo Paternoster, School nurse Beth Rudofsky has an- coverage, both the same as last year. affordable-housing obligation was re- also was discussed. led a presentation on the district’s Path- nounced her retirement effective July There also is another $10.2 million in ported on and the reason for the Councilman Marc Lazarow reported ways to Excellence (P2E), a program 1, 2017. Ms. Rudofsky has served the additional premiums, which is up Garwood Sports and Recreation Com- that the Garwood Sports and Recre- they manage for the gifted and talented district for 23 years. $580,000. CF Budget plex building closure was revealed. ation Complex building door has a leak students in grades 3 to 8. Cranford High School physical edu- Under pensions, the budget in- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 One after another, Garwood resi- and that water has been seeping into the A group of children from the P2E cation teacher Erik Rosenmeirer, who cludes $14.4 million for the Public lies in Union County by the maga- dents addressed the mayor and council building, resulting in the closure of the program spoke about their experiences also serves as the school’s head foot- Employees Retirement System and zine, and number nine in the state. asking for answers to parking issues, building. The council currently is seek- of being a part of the program, which ball coach, was approved a sixth pe- $13.3 million for the Police and John Loguidice, a Cranford resi- specifically in the area of the Garwood ing bids to repair the leak and investi- expands on writing, math, science, com- riod salary adjustment of $12,650 in Firemen’s Retirement Fund of New dent since1964, was recognized for Mall, which is anchored by Kings and gate if any other damage has occurred. munication and idea generation, among addition to his yearly salary of Jersey. Another $11.3 million for his nearly 50 years of service to Crunch Fitness. The owner of the mall The council approved the payment not other topics, the children explained. $101,203, effective April 6 through Social Security and $500,000 for Cranford recreation, teaching bas- property, along with the business ten- to exceed $7,500 for the services of a A new topic for this year is TED talk, the end of June. unemployment coverage is included. ketball. ants in the mall, hired a security com- water infiltration company. “It’s not a matter of winning; it’s pany to patrol the parking lot and deny Resident Bruce Paterson asked Mr. a matter of learning the game, being parking to those not patronizing the Lazarow if he could provide addi- with your family and learning how shops in the mall. tional information regarding the leak. to play on a court,” Mr. Loguidice Patrons of The Station Bar and Grill, “We want to make sure we have all the said. located on the corner of South Avenue info,” Mr. Lazarow replied. “It’s very Commissioner Mary O’Connor and Center Street, the tenants above the preliminary now. We are being overly announced she will hold office hours businesses along Center Street, as well cautious.” on Tuesday, April 4, at 6:30 p.m., at as the shops along South Avenue, re- The council reported that in order to the municipal building for any resi- ported being “harassed” by the security fulfill its affordable-housing obliga- dent who wishes to meet with her. guards when attempting to park in the tion required by the state, it needs to The environmental committee, in lot. provide a total of 350 affordable-hous- connection with the Department of The parking issue escalated after ing units. The obligation will be met in Public Works (DPW), is to launch a the snow storm on March 14 when phases. Being that Garwood is a fully- Styrofoam recycling pilot, Commis- large amounts of snow were plowed developed municipality, the borough sioner Ann Dooley said. Per the pilot and deposited in the parking spots had to look at redevelopment sites, program, Styrofoam will be recycled along South Avenue, specifically used one of which is the Petro/Casale site from municipal-owned buildings and by those patrons of South Avenue busi- on South Avenue, to meet the obliga- be collected at the township’s recy- nesses and The Station. The large piles tion. This lead to a builder’s remedy cling center, and then transported to of snow caused the already burdened lawsuit, which was recently settled. a recycling plant in Springfield, Ms. lot to become full more quickly. The settlement will require the de- Dooley told The Westfield Leader. “What happens when a property veloper of the Petro/Casale site to The DPW and environmental com- owner doesn’t plow properly?” Coun- provide 30 affordable-housing units mittee will assess the viability of cilman Lou Petruzzelli asked the gov- in its redevelopment. A proposed 52- Styrofoam recycling during the pi- erning body. “Can we insist they re- unit stacked townhome complex will lot. move all the snow?” provide eight units. Second-floor Mayor Hannen announced that the Borough Attorney Robert Renaud apartments above downtown busi- turf field for soccer and baseball use stated that the mall was built in the nesses are being looked at for addi- at Memorial Field is to be completed early 1970s and that a parking plan put tional units, as well as the rehabilita- within a couple of days, and he en- into place at the time was now obso- tion of 27 units. Other areas being couraged residents to visit. lete. “Records are thin or non-existing looked at to meet the requirements regarding parking,” Mr. Renaud said are age-restricted housing. Once the in relation to the mall parking lot. borough meets its 350-unit obliga- “I’m sure everyone respects prop- tion, it will have until 2025 to meet its Golf | Pro Shop | Fine Dining | Catering & Receptions | Bars & Lounges | Game Rooms | Outdoor Pool | Fitness Center Arts Dir. erty and property owners,” Council next round of obligations. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 President Sara Todisco said, remind- “So the rounds will never end,” amongst 50 applications. ing residents that they are restricted by Councilwoman Ileen Cuccaro said. 2017 OPEN HOUSE... DON’T MISS IT! He has 11 years’ experience in private property rights. She suggested “We are going to have a new gov- the role of visual and performing a meeting with the parking committee ernor,” Mr. Renaud replied. “I cannot arts supervisor for Egg Harbor and the business and industry liaisons predict the future.” Township Schools and is currently to come up with a plan. Council Presi- “We are between a rock and a hard FREE EVENT - TWO DATES LEFT president of the New Jersey Music dent Todisco proposed that permit place,” Councilman Sarno said. Administrators’ Association. parking policies should be examined “What I urge is that everyone talk to Two more teachers have given for those residents who live in the area a legislator regarding COAH (Coun- APRIL 13 & APRIL 20 FROM 6-8 PM notice of their intention to retire of the mall. cil On Affordable Housing). from the district at the end of this Councilman Joe Sarno stated that Council President Todisco stated Refreshments & Hors D’ Oeuvres Will Be Served year: Jason Grant, a social studies he had an unofficial meeting with the that the Finance Committee will teacher at Westfield High School mall property owner, Sal Davino of present a “tight budget” with no sub- for 17 years, and Allison Hooper, stantial increases, but resulting in a who started teaching art at McKinley $65 tax increase on the average home. GET TO KNOW US... and Tamaques Schools, moved on She announced that the next public to Lincoln and completed her DWC hearing on the budget will be held on t Tour of the Country Club Amenities & Golf Course Colonia Country Club Westfield career with four years at CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Tuesday, April 25, at the regular meet- Witness the Thomas Bendelow Masterpiece 300 Colonia Boulevard Edison Intermediate School. times that our businesses open and ing of the council. t In other business, Westfield resi- close, they asked us to try it for 2017.” Councilman Petruzzelli read a letter t A Colonia Tradition for over 119 years Colonia, NJ 07067 dents Pam Brug and Lydia Kaplan The first 1,500 registrants for the from Police Chief Bruce Underhill 732.381.9500 suggested that the board might con- event online will receive a free gift thanking the community for the oppor- t Family-friendly Environment [email protected] sider having a non-voting student from the DWC and parking in the tunity to serve the borough for the past downtown area will be complimen- 30-plus years as its ninth police chief. “I www.coloniacc.net member of the board. t Various Membership Packages Available Board President Gretchan Ohlig tary for the day. have had a great team to manage,” said students had been consulted In other news, Westfield Town Chief Underhill said in the letter. The for their views on the recent ap- Administrator Jim Gildea reported position will be filled by Garwood Po- pointment of a new principal at that the DWC’s proposed budget for lice Lieutenant James Wright upon LIMITED SPACE... REGISTER ONLINE NOW Westfield High School and the board 2017 of $409,780.76 has been tenta- Chief Underhill’s departure. would revisit the topic. tively approved by the Westfield Town In other news, it was announced that Council pending a public hearing on the Garwood Baseball League’s open- www.coloniacc.net/openhouse Tuesday, April 18. A final vote will be ing day will be Saturday, April 8. Coun- Correction held by the council that evening. cil President Todisco reported that prior Mr. Gildea also announced that the Please, reservations are required. Business casual attire requested. A March 23 front page story in to the Garwood Rocks street fair, set The Westfield Leader should have next meeting of the Downtown Task for Sunday, June 4, 20 brightly-col- stated that Garwood Police Chief Force is scheduled for today, March ored rocks will be hidden throughout Bruce Underhill will be retiring 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the DWC’s office, the borough. Anyone finding a rock after 32 years on the force and that located at 105 Elm Street on the base- can bring it to the Historical Society Lieutenant James Wright, who was ment level. SID business and prop- booth at the fair to claim a prize. named as his replacement, has erty owners are invited to attend. The next meeting of the Garwood served 17 years with the depart- The DWC’s next board meeting Council will be held on Tuesday, April ment. open to the general public is scheduled 11, at 7 p.m., in Borough Hall, lo- for Monday, April 24, at 7:30 p.m. cated at 403 South Avenue. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, March 30, 2017 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 58th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 13-2017 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR County Budget Introduced; Taxes to Climb $9.5 Million

By PAUL J. PEYTON of $66 million in surplus it listed at The spending plan includes $48.1 Specially Written for The The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the end of last year. million for group health insurance, COUNTY – The Union County The amounts to be raised in taxes up $2.9 million over last year; $16.5 Freeholders last Thursday intro- for each of the 21 municipalities in million for prescription coverage, duced a $506.7-million budget that the county will not be released until up $1.8 million; and $959,158 for calls for $354.8 million to be raised the budget is adopted by the board dental insurance and $200,000 for in county taxes, a $9.5 million in- following a public hearing on Thurs- disability coverage, both the same crease or 2.75 percent county-wide day, April 27, a county spokesman as last year. There also is another over 2016. said. $10.2 million in additional premi- Taxes represent 70 percent of the “We will be holding a formal hear- ums, which is up $580,000. income in the spending plan, with ing for the budget on April 27 at 7 Under pensions, the budget in- state and federal grants of $51.9 p.m. here in Elizabeth, pending any cludes $14.4 million for the Public million making up 10 percent and amendments from the state. The Employees Retirement System and surplus of $22.3 million accounting public will also be able to make $13.3 million for the Police and for another 4.4 percent. comments at that time,” Fiscal Af- Firemen’s Retirement Fund of New A review of the budget shows that fairs Committee Chairman Al Jersey. Another $11.3 million for the county is using $22 million out Mirabella said last Thursday. Social Security and $500,000 for unemployment coverage is in- cluded. On the appropriation side, debt service is $67.6 million, up $4.2 million. “The County of Union has achieved a Aaa bond rating from Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Moody’s — the highest attainable. YOUNG INVENTOR...Ben Thomas, 9, tried his hand at building a remote-controlled device last Saturday at the Fanwood This rating affirms the county’s Memorial Library's New Jersey Makers Day that gave children and adults of all ages the chance to delve into science, strong financial standing, with technology, engineering and the arts. Moody’s citing Union County as having ‘a very strong management team that has worked hard to turn Planning Board to Look around the county’s finances,’” County Manager Al Faella said in his budget statement. “Moody’s also cited the county’s manageable debt Into Community Center levels. Net debt expressed as a per- centage of the equalized valuation By FRED T. ROSSI necessary at some point, the docu- ing able to build a community cen- basis is 0.887 percent, substantially Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ment noted. “We really need one,” ter, saying it was something “the less than the maximum of 2 percent SCOTCH PLAINS — Planning said Board Vice-Chairwoman town sorely needs.” authorized by the state.” Board Chairman Joseph Doyle said Paulette Coronato in December At the planning board’s meeting Fred R. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The budget includes $110.1 mil- on Monday that he wants the board’s when the board was reviewing the this week, Mr. Doyle said the initial RESCUE SQUAD FUNDRAISER...The Scotch Plains Rescue Squad's pancake lion for general government, $96.8 relevant subcommittees to start master plan. She said then that the issues that need to be looked into breakfast on Sunday morning was a well-attended affair that raised funds for the million for public safety, $18.5 mil- looking into whether a community Shady Rest facility was not adequate are a suitable site for such a facility all-volunteer squad. lion for operational services, $13.9 center should be developed. to serve as a full-blown community and funding its construction. He said million for recreation, $107.7 mil- The township’s recently-adopted center similar to ones in neighbor- other towns should be contacted “to lion for health and welfare and $20.7 master plan points out the eventual ing towns. see how they did it” and what they Committee Formed to Advise million for education. Within that need for a community center. While At a recent recreation commis- learned from their experiences. education total is $5 million for the the newly-renovated Shady Rest fa- sion meeting, Chairman Mike Walsh In other business, the board ap- vocational-technical schools and cility at Scotch Hills Country Club said he wanted to also formulate a pointed Mrs. Coronato to be its rep- Council On Redevelopment $14.7 million for the Union County could serve as a place for senior long-term plan for issues that will resentative on the newly-created College system. citizens’ activities, a more expan- need to be addressed several years downtown redevelopment commit- By FRED T. ROSSI was unanimous, although Council- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 sive community center also will be in the future, including the possible tee that will advise the mayor and man John Del Sordi said he was development of a community cen- township council about ways to re- SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- “not 100 percent sold on another ter. Upon his departure a year ago develop the downtown business dis- ship council last week agreed to the committee.” Garwood Residents Demand as recreation director, Ray Poerio trict. formation of a downtown redevel- Mayor Smith said that the com- said his biggest regret was not be- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 opment committee to advise the gov- mittee plans to hold open meetings erning body about ways to rede- once a month — starting, hopefully, Answers to Parking Issues velop the downtown business dis- in April — and he thanked Mr. Del trict. Sordi and Councilwoman Rose By BETSEY BURGDORF into place at the time was now obso- The committee will be made up Checchio for their “excellent” sug- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times lete. “Records are thin or non-existing of the mayor and deputy mayor, a gestions about holding open meet- GARWOOD — At the Tuesday regarding parking,” Mr. Renaud said planning board member, the town- ings and expanding the size of the night meeting of the Garwood Coun- in relation to the mall parking lot. ship manager or his designee, rep- committee. cil, residents voiced their frustration “I’m sure everyone respects prop- resentatives from downtown plan- In other business, at its March 21 over parking shortfalls, the borough’s erty and property owners,” Council ner Harbor Associates, the meeting, the council approved a con- affordable-housing obligation was re- President Sara Todisco said, remind- township’s redevelopment counsel, tract of up to $120,000 for New ported on and the reason for the ing residents that they are restricted by two members from the business Jersey Fire Equipment Co. to sup- Garwood Sports and Recreation Com- private property rights. She suggested community, two township residents ply new turn-out gear worn by plex building closure was revealed. a meeting with the parking committee and the township zoning officer. firefighters to respond to fires and One after another, Garwood resi- and the business and industry liaisons Mayor Alexander Smith will ap- approved another contract of up to dents addressed the mayor and council to come up with a plan. Council Presi- point the members. $36,700 for Mott MacDonald to asking for answers to parking issues, dent Todisco proposed that permit Some of its specific tasks will provide engineering services as part specifically in the area of the Garwood parking policies should be examined include providing input on an over- of the planned replacement of the Mall, which is anchored by Kings and for those residents who live in the area all vision of how downtown rede- roof and gutter system at the public Crunch Fitness. The owner of the mall of the mall. velopment will occur as well as ideas works facility on Plainfield Avenue. property, along with the business ten- Councilman Joe Sarno stated that about zoning and design standards The council also awarded a con- ants in the mall, hired a security com- he had an unofficial meeting with the and the kinds of uses that will be tract to Midco Waste Systems to pany to patrol the parking lot and deny mall property owner, Sal Davino of permitted and prohibited in the conduct the June bulky waste pick- parking to those not patronizing the Fidelity Land Development, and that downtown area. The council’s vote up. As in past years, residents par- shops in the mall. he is open to discussing a solution. He last Tuesday to form the committee CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Patrons of The Station Bar and Grill, stated that liability issues relating to located on the corner of South Avenue slips and falls in the lot were of great and Center Street, the tenants above the concern to Mr. Davino. A parking ga- businesses along Center Street, as well rage, selling spots or installing meters as the shops along South Avenue, re- also was discussed. ported being “harassed” by the security Councilman Marc Lazarow reported guards when attempting to park in the that the Garwood Sports and Recre- lot. ation Complex building door has a leak The parking issue escalated after and that water has been seeping into the the snow storm on March 14 when building, resulting in the closure of the large amounts of snow were plowed building. The council currently is seek- and deposited in the parking spots ing bids to repair the leak and investi- DEDICATED SAGE VOLUNTEER...Fanwood resident Marianne Kranz, left, along South Avenue, specifically used gate if any other damage has occurred. was among 10 women honored at the 25th annual Union County Women of by those patrons of South Avenue busi- The council approved the payment not Excellence gala on Friday night at the Galloping Hill Golf Clubhouse in Kenilworth. nesses and The Station. The large piles to exceed $7,500 for the services of a Mrs. Kranz, a 23-year resident of Fanwood, was recognized for her work at SAGE of snow caused the already burdened water infiltration company. Eldercare, a non-profit eldercare agency in Summit, where she is director of volunteers and Meals on Wheels. She received her award from Carolyn Vollero, lot to become full more quickly. Resident Bruce Paterson asked Mr. chairwoman of the Union County Commission on the Status of Women. “What happens when a property Lazarow if he could provide addi- owner doesn’t plow properly?” Coun- tional information regarding the leak. PAGE INDEX cilman Lou Petruzzelli asked the gov- “We want to make sure we have all the Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9, 20-21 Fred R. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times erning body. “Can we insist they re- info,” Mr. Lazarow replied. “It’s very CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES...Construction of a new gasoline station con- move all the snow?” preliminary now. We are being overly Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-19 tinues at the corner of North and Hetfield Avenues in Scotch Plains. The Borough Attorney Robert Renaud cautious.” Police ...... 20 Real Estate .... 11-22 township’s zoning board will hold a hearing on Thursday, April 6 to consider stated that the mall was built in the The council reported that in order to Community ... 6-8 Classifieds ..... 19 letting the owner put in a Dunkin Donuts instead of the convenience store that was Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 originally approved last year. early 1970s and that a parking plan put CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 WESTFIELD The Right Combination of Cutting Edge Technology WEST and the Highest Quality of Services and Programs is the Reason Why Coldwell Banker is the Preferred Real Estate Company. Westfield West Office • 600 North Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 • 908-233-0065 • ColdwellBankerHomes.com © 2016 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity ® #600NORTH Act. 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Mr. enue are busy roads, Mr. Nigro had Dhanantwari said he would also add wanted a higher fence for privacy, large trees on that side of the house as well as for safety of his dog. for privacy. The variance is for a “This one is pretty far back,” Bor- two-foot setback on the yard facing ough Councilman and board mem- Fred R. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times St. Johns Street. ber Jack Molenaar said of the place- MEET YOUR LEADERS...Mayor Al Smith, left, and Township Manager Al HARD AT WORK...Master gardener Wanderlan Silva begins preparing the Brian Nigro of 196 Hunter Av- ment of the fence. Mirabella, right, were among those attending the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad's Scotch Plains-Fanwood Community Garden, located at the former Terry-Lou enue was approved to erect a six- The board approved both of the pancake breakfast on Sunday morning. Zoo property, for the 2017 planting season that gets underway next month. foot fence along each side of his applications as presented, 7-to-0. property, as well as in the rear. The Verizon is to hold its hearing to police department commented that request to return its cell tower to the Weekend Easter Egg Hunt, Distracted Driving Enf., Edu. the height of the fence could im- PSE&G tower at 55 North Avenue pinge on traffic safety, and had rec- at the board’s next official meeting Campaign to be Carried Out ommended a four-foot fence. on Wednesday, April 26. Training Wheel Toss on Tap By MICHAEL BONACCORSO “Each year we learn from the last. FANWOOD – Officers from the motor vehicle crashes involving a Specially Written for Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Both summer camps are growing in Fanwood Police Department will distracted driver.” FANWOOD — Fanwood Recre- popularity,” Mr. Budiansky said. be cracking down on distracted driv- Despite the fact that using a hand- ation Commission will host an Eas- Twelve Leyland Cyprus trees will ers during April as part of New held cell phone or texting while ter egg hunt this Saturday, April 8. be planted creating a privacy hedge Jersey’s “UDrive, UText, UPay” en- driving is illegal in New Jersey, the Festivities will begin 10 a.m., For- for residents on St. John’s Place. forcement campaign. practice appears to be widespread, est Road Park. The privacy hedge will provide Beginning Saturday, April 1 and according to the press release. “Parents must be on time as the separation between homes and the running through Friday, April 21, In a recent survey conducted by kids are great at findings eggs and borough’s skate park. the high-visibility law enforcement the FDU PublicMind Poll for the eggs go fast,” Commission member “Other than some privacy con- initiative will target motorists who Division of Highway Traffic Safety, Bruce Zakarin said. cerns, the skate park has been posi- engage in dangerous distracted driv- 67 percent of respondents said they Contests will include jelly bean tively received by residents and law ing behaviors such as talking on a “very often” see people driving and guessing and chocolate egg guess- enforcement officials,” Mr. hand-held cell phone and sending a talking on a hand-held cell phone ing. Prizes are awarded for the best Budiansky said. text message while driving, accord- and 42 percent of respondents said decorated egg and bunny drawing. The commission approved the an- ing to a press release. they “very often” see drivers texting. A training wheel toss will be held nual Party in the Park. The event, “Distracted driving is a serious The campaign is being carried on Sunday, May 7, from noon until held in late June in past years, will issue on our roads,” said Gary out during April, which the National 3 p.m. Volunteers will teach chil- be held the night before the first Poedubicky, acting director of the Safety Council has designated as dren how to ride their bicycles with- movie in the park. Party in the Park New Jersey Division of Highway Distracted Driving Awareness out training wheels. Mr. Zakarin involves various fun activities, en- Traffic Safety. “The National High- Month. The New Jersey campaign said, “An online portal to sign-up tertainment, food, and refreshments. way Traffic Safety Administration is modeled after similar successful has not been created yet. However, An official date has not been ap- reports that during 2014, 3,179 high-visibility enforcement pro- Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times in upcoming weeks parents are en- proved. people were killed in distracted driv- grams such as Click It or Ticket and MAKERS DAY...Children and adults tried their hand at several activities last couraged to sign-up for free online.” Residents can call (908) 370-7092 Saturday at the Fanwood Library's New Jersey Makers Day that gave partici- ing crashes and an estimated Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, pants of all ages the chance to delve into science, technology, engineering and the Recreation Director Bob about questions regarding upcom- 431,000 people were injured in according to the press release. arts. Budiansky said, “Parents should ing events or programs. make sure the bicycle they bring fits the child’s size and a proper helmet is a must to participate”. Mr. Garwood Budiansky said, “Pictures and tears Comm. Ctr. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 of joy as parents get to see their kids CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 fulfill its affordable-housing obliga- first ride, is warming. The event The board also approved a lot- tion required by the state, it needs to creates lifetime memories.” The rain line adjustment application by provide a total of 350 affordable- date is Sunday, May 21 at the same Marco Vasquez and Monika housing units. The obligation will be time. Vasquez Wasilczuk to subdivide met in phases. Being that Garwood The summer park program is 80 adjoining lots on Harding Road off is a fully-developed municipality, the percent full. Campers range from westbound Route 22. Engineer borough had to look at redevelop- kindergarten to sixth grade age. The Kevin Page explained that the two ment sites, one of which is the Petro/ summer Tweens and Teens Travel lots are owned by the couple, with Casale site on South Avenue, to meet Camp, which is three weeks long, is one lot measuring 75 feet wide and the obligation. This lead to a builder’s filled. Tweens and Teens campers 100 feet deep and containing a remedy lawsuit, which was recently range from sixth to ninth grade. single-family home and detached settled. garage, and the adjoining, vacant The settlement will require the de- lot measuring 50 feet wide and 100 veloper of the Petro/Casale site to feet deep. The application sought provide 30 affordable-housing units Redevel. permission to “borrow” seven feet in its redevelopment. A proposed CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 from the larger lot, Mr. Page said, 52-unit stacked townhome complex ticipating in the clean-up will need and add it to the other lot so that the will provide eight units. Second-floor to secure a permit for $115, a fee lot with the house would then mea- apartments above downtown busi- that Deputy Mayor Llewellyn Jones sure 68 feet wide while the vacant nesses are being looked at for addi- noted was the same rate as last year. lot would be 57 feet wide. He said a tional units, as well as the rehabilita- Further information about the pro- buyer is interested in building what tion of 27 units. Other areas being gram will soon be available on the would likely be a 2,400-square-foot looked at to meet the requirements township’s website. home on the vacant lot. are age-restricted housing. Once the The council also introduced an borough meets its 350-unit obliga- ordinance last week that will pro- tion, it will have until 2025 to meet hibit any new pet store opening in its next round of obligations. Scotch Plains from selling animals Cty. Budget “So the rounds will never end,” from any place other than a rescue CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Golf | Pro Shop | Fine Dining | Catering & Receptions | Bars & Lounges | Game Rooms | Outdoor Pool | Fitness Center Councilwoman Ileen Cuccaro said. group or an animal shelter. Earlier The board’s fiscal affairs com- “We are going to have a new gov- this month, a representative of the mittee held four public hearings on ernor,” Mr. Renaud replied. “I cannot Humane Society spoke about so- the budget. The amount to be raised 2017 OPEN HOUSE... DON’T MISS IT! predict the future.” called puppy mills that breed pup- in taxes is $733,997 lower than the “We are between a rock and a hard pies for sale in what he said were $355.5 million included in the ex- place,” Councilman Sarno said. “inhumane conditions.” ecutive budget submitted by Mr. FREE EVENT - TWO DATES LEFT “What I urge is that everyone talk to The council’s next business meet- Faella. a legislator regarding COAH (Coun- ing will be held on Tuesday, April 18. In addition to the county purpose cil On Affordable Housing). The council will hold a public hear- tax, the county anticipates raising APRIL 13 & APRIL 20 FROM 6-8 PM Council President Todisco stated ing on the $25.03-million municipal $10.2 million in open space taxes, that the Finance Committee will budget for 2017 that will financed in up $269,371 over 2016. Refreshments & Hors D’ Oeuvres Will Be Served present a “tight budget” with no sub- part by a 1.97 percent increase in the stantial increases, but resulting in a local property tax rate, meaning the $65 tax increase on the average home. average homeowner will see an addi- See it all on the Web! 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The Westfield Leader & The Scotch Plains-Fanwood TIMES PO Box 250, 251 North Ave. West, Westfield, NJ 07091 Tel 908 232-4407; Fax 908 232-0473 Email [email protected] Page 2 Thursday, March 30, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Peyton's Ciattarelli Given County Peek at the Week GOP Line In Primary By PAUL J. PEYTON in our government again.” In Politics Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Leader/Times While not commenting on her op- By Paul Peyton of UNION — The Union County Re- ponents’ tax reform proposals, she Trump Said to Name Christie the group and a candidate for Summit publican Committee last week voted, said, “Anything we do in New Jersey Head of Opioid Abuse Panel Common Council. 113 to 92, to give state Assemblyman to cut your taxes is an idea worth The Washington Post and nj.com/ Mr. Dara is an attorney and an Jack Ciattarelli (R-16th, Somerville) considering and one worth fighting NJ Advance Media are reporting that author. of Somerset County the party’s orga- for, and that’s what I will do as your President Donald Trump plans to Murphy Wins Morris nizational line in the Tuesday, June 3 governor.” name Governor Chris Christie to Convention; Wisniewski 2nd Primary Election over Lieutenant She said she would eliminate school chair a commission devoted to com- Phil Murphy last week bested his Governor Kim Guadagno. adjustment aid that goes to Hoboken bating opioid abuse. chief challenger for the Morris County Candidates Steven Rogers, a Nutley and Jersey City. Of $566 million given The position would be a part-time Democratic Party organization in the town commissioner, and businessmen to 180 districts statewide, Jersey City volunteer job and would not require June Primary Election, Assemblyman Joseph Rullo and Hirsh Singh were got $114.5 million and Hoboken the Governor to resign as New Jersey’s John Wisniewski (D-19th, Sayreville), not present at the convention, which garnered $5.6 million. governor, nj.com reported. Mr. 133 votes to 25. Mark Zinna, Tenafly was held at Kean University’s STEM “We need a contrast candidate,” Christie took a lot of heat for his City Council president, and Monica building in Union. she said, noting that she is a “military absence from the state the past few Brinson of Hasbrouck Heights, re- Mr. Ciattarelli said the GOP mes- mom, a working mom, a former law while he served first as head of the ceived 10 and six votes, respectively, sage of smaller government and lower enforcement official, and...someone Republican Governors Association followed by Senator Ray Lesniak (D- taxes will not work against who, he who has actually run this govern- and later as a candidate for president. 20th, Elizabeth), who did not attend said, is the likely Democratic guber- ment.” Rahway Mayor Takes Medical and received two votes. Six other gu- natorial candidate, Phil Murphy. “We “This is not a turn key operation. Leave After Accident bernatorial candidates, who also did need a broader message, a bolder We cannot afford inexperienced Rahway Mayor Samson Steinman not attend, received a collective three message,” he told delegates. He said people,” Lt. Gov. Guadagno said in has taken a 28-day medical leave votes. the 2.5 million unaffiliated registered citing the major hurricanes and win- THANKING DELEGATES...State Assemblyman Jack Ciatarelli (R-16th, New Jersey voters are the ones that ter storms she has worked through. after a car crash, according to a NJ Schumer Rips Supporter of Somerville) accepts the Union County Republican Committee nomination at the Advance Media/NJ.Com report. Trump at NYC Restaurant party’s convention on March 22 at Kean University’s STEM building. Assembly will decide the General Election de- The GOP committee also selected Mayor Steinman passed a volun- U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Minority Leader Jon Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield) and National GOP Commit- spite the Democrats’ significant ad- former Garwood mayor Pat tary sobriety test after the crash on Schumer (D-N.Y.) created a scene teeman William Palatucci are pictured in the background. Mr. Ciatarelli defeated vantage over Republicans in the Gar- Quattrocchi of Clark, Mark Martini of March 18, 2017, but it “reinforced recently when he yelled at Hillary Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno, 113 to 92, to win the organization line in the den State in registration. Westfield and Peter Lijoi of Summit to the Mayor’s commitment to focus on Califano, a Donald Trump supporter, Tuesday, June 3 Primary Election. Pictured at table is state GOP Committee- “We need a new message, we need run for Union County freeholder, and his health,” according to a statement at an Upper East Side Manhattan woman Dorothy Burger. a new messenger and we need a new former Springfield committeeman and released by his office. restaurant, saying that the President direction,” Mr. Ciattarelli said. Army veteran Marc Krauss to run for Mr. Steinman also reportedly hit a is “a liar,” according to witnesses Mr. Ciattarelli, owner of a medical county sheriff. Mrs. Quattrocchi has parked car at 5:38 a.m. on August 26, who spoke to The New York Post. ‘Watcher House’ Owners publishing business and a CPA and run multiple times in the past for free- 2016 near Central Avenue and Mrs. Califano was dining with her MBA, is a former Raritan Borough holder and Mr. Martini has run two Pierpont Street in Rahway, while he husband, Joseph A. Califano, Jr., Suing Westfield, Planning Bd. councilman, ex-Somerset County times. Mr. Krauss also previously ran was driving a city-owned vehicle. former U.S. secretary of health, edu- freeholder and has served five years for freeholder, while Mr. Lijoi has run The mayor’s term runs through cation and welfare under President WESTFIELD — Derek and Maria The next two letters arrived on June in the state Assembly. several times for sheriff and once for 2018. He is paid $72,000. Business Jimmy Carter and domestic policy ad- Broaddus, owners of the so-called 18, 2014 and July 18, 2014. Accord- He said he would reform the state’s county surrogate. Administrator Cherron Rountree, a viser to President Lyndon B. Johnson. “Watcher House,” have reportedly filed ing to the 2015 suit, the couple charged school funding formula “which drives In the race for the state Legisla- former Union County employee, is Hilary Califano, daughter of Will- a lawsuit against the town after its plan- that “The Watcher” claimed that the the property-tax crisis,” ensure that ture, delegates picked state Senator serving as acting mayor. iam S. Paley, founder and chairman of ning board in January rejected their ap- house “has been the subject of my the state’s estate tax does not return, Tom Kean, Jr. and Assemblyman Jon Khurran Dara to Head CBS, voted for Republican Mr. Trump. plication to demolish the house and sub- family for decades” and “I have be eliminate the transfer in inheritance Bramnick, both of Westfield, and Summit Taxpayers Assoc. Her husband, Joseph, is a Democrat. divide the land in order build two houses. [sic] put in charge of watching and taxes, stop taxing gains on the sale of Assemblywoman Nancy Muñoz of Khurran Dara has accepted the Witnesses told the paper that Sen. “My clients are good people. waiting for its second coming.” The primary and second residences, and Summit, for reelection in the 21st position of president of the Summit Schumer started yelling, “She voted They’re caught in a situation they later letters become more ominous as disallow tax increases on homes from Legislative District; Joe Bonilla of Taxpayers Association, according to for Trump!” didn’t ask for,” James Foerst, an at- “The Watcher” asks, “Who has the improvements. He also said he would Clark for Senate in the 22nd Legisla- Tap Into Summit. The Califanos reportedly left the torney and former Westfield council- bedrooms facing the street?...It will eliminate the tax on the sale of fam- tive District, while Asraf Hanna of The announcement was named by restaurant, but Sen. Schumer followed man, told the Associated Press. help me to know who is in which ily-home businesses, while also phas- Union, who previously ran for Union Mike Wattick, former president of them outside.” After purchasing the home for $1.4 bedroom then I can plan better.” The ing out the state’s corporate business Township Committee, was nomi- million in June 2014 from John and writer consistently referred to the tax over the next 10 years. nated for State Senate and J. Gabriel Andrea Woods, the Broadduses, who Broaddus children as “young blood.” To those who say Republicans can Aubourg of Roselle for Assembly in Tax March, Unity Rally, have three young children, began re- Fearing for their safety, the family not win this year, Mr. Ciattarelli told the 20th District. Mr. Aubourg ran ceiving threatening letters from some- never moved into the home. Consid- delegates, “The Chicago Cubs are for freeholder last year, as did Mr. one who called them self “The Watcher.” ered a “stigmatized property” by World Champs and Donald Trump is Bonilla. Registration Drive Slated The Broadduses claimed in a 2015 realtors, attempts to sell the home proved President. Throw out the conventional The organization’s executive com- lawsuit that Woods received a letter unsuccessful driving the owners to con- wisdom.” mittee will look to find candidates to PLAINFIELD – Cedar Brook Park countability in government, a respon- from “The Watcher” “on or about the sider other options. He criticized the current adminis- fill out the slates in Districts 20 and in Plainfield will be the site of the Tax sible federal budget, the programs week of May 26, 2014” in which the Neighbors have said the proposed tration for “flawed school funding,” 22. The deadline to file nominating March and Community Unity Rally funded by our federal budget that Union writer claimed “a right of possession development is out of character for high property taxes, “crippling debt,” petitions for the June Primary Elec- on Plainfield. The event will take County citizens rely on and other top- and/or ownership to the home.” the street. numerous credit downgrades, and the tion is Monday, April 3, at 4 p.m. place Saturday, April 15 from 11 a.m. ics such as the importance of civic state’s position as being last in the to 2 p.m. engagement and free press,” she said. nation in economic growth and first Watson Coleman: We The rally is being organized by an Scheduled speakers to date in- in the nation in “outward migration.” all-volunteer, grass-roots committee. clude: Plainfield Mayor Adrian Lt. Gov. Guadagno said she began Should Strengthen AFC The event is nonpartisan. The vision Mapp, Democratic gubernatorial her career after law school as a fed- WASHINGTON, D.C. –Rep. of the committee is to offer the resi- candidate Jim Johnson, Assembly- eral prosecutor on organized crime dents of Union County an opportu- man Jerry Green (D-22nd, Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-12th) and racketeering in Brooklyn. A New made the following statement follow- nity to come together and meet one Plainfield), a representative from the Jersey resident since 1991, she be- another. Andrew Goodman Foundation and ing the House Speaker Paul Ryan’s came a public corruption prosecu- (R-Wis.) decision to bring H.R. 1628 “We hope to have a diverse slate of gubernatorial candidate and state tor, and was an assistant attorney speakers and entertainment – to pro- Senator Ray Lesniak (D-20th, Eliza- “The American Health Care Act” to general in charge of statewide pros- the House Floor for a vote: vide a day of education, peaceful beth). ecutions in Governor Christine activism and enjoyment for all,” said Invitations to speak have been “It looks like Speaker Ryan finally, Whitman’s administration. She was albeit briefly, came to his senses in his Maggie Savoca, organizing chair- issued to all gubernatorial candi- elected to the Monmouth Beach town woman of the rally. “Originally dates as well as organizational lead- decision to pull the vote on the GOP’s council and later was elected the dangerous and inhumane health care Westfield was considered as a pos- ers “in the arenas of transparency in first woman sheriff in Monmouth sible location. The committee decided government, freedom of the press, bill. TrumpCare, as it stands, will cost County’s history. 41,400 of my constituents their health on Plainfield in the hopes that people social justice, education, healthcare She said the Christie Administra- will cross the suburban/urban, racial and immigration,” according to the coverage and the Republican cuts to tion has cut unemployment by 50 Medicaid will devastate the most vul- and socio-economic lines people of- press release submitted by Ms. percent and created 313,000 jobs, “at ten do not cross. Savoca. nerable in our communities. a time when we had the highest taxes “All the while our nation’s wealthi- “We hope to offer a program which For more information on the in the country.” Lt. Gov. Guadagno includes a slate of politicians and Plainfield event, to donate, sponsor est will see massive tax breaks. For- said “well over 2,000 jobs” were cre- tunately, due the outpouring of thought leaders who can speak to the or RSVP visit ated in Union County alone. importance of transparency and ac- www.taxmarchplainfield.org. grassroots opposition across the Jim Lowney/County of Union “We have to make sure Trenton is country, a bipartisan majority recog- AWARDED FOR EXCELLENCE...Dr. Nell Maloney-Patel of Westfield, center, not taking money and using it in the nized that Trumpcare was precisely was among the honorees at the 25th annual Union County Women of Excellence wrong way. We have to audit Tren- the opposite of what Congress should dinner at the Clubhouse at Union County’s Galloping Hill Golf Course in ton,” she said, adding that the state be doing to address the health care Westfield Pediatric Kenilworth last Friday night. She was honored for excellence in the field of needs an “independently elected at- challenges in our country. On both medicine. She is joined, from left to right, by Freeholders Linda Carter, Vernell torney general because that indepen- sides of the aisle, we need to focus Wright, Bette Jane Kowalski, Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi and Free- dently elected attorney general will holder Alexander Mirabella. on more important issues like Dental Group make sure we are doing our jobs and strengthening the Affordable Care will give you the confidence you need Act, creating jobs, and investigating This is your new home the collusion that may exist between LEADER/TIMES this Administration and our foreign we are talking about adversary – Russia – rather than con- CLASSIFIED ADS tinuing these futile efforts to strip health coverage from millions of BRING RESULTS Americans.”

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 30, 2017 Page 3 Judge Swears In 16 Child Guadagno, Murphy Ahead Advocates Union County In FDU PublicMind Poll ELIZABETH — State Superior dered access to all parties in a child’s MADISON — Seventy-two per- percent say they never trust state offi- Court Judge James Hely recently ad- life, including foster parents, doc- cent of voters in a recent Fairleigh cials to do what’s right, with another ministered oaths to 16 community tors, caseworkers, therapists and Dickinson University’s PublicMind 65 percent whose trust can be relied members who stepped up to volun- teachers, and incorporate into court survey say they disapprove of Gover- upon some of the time. teer as extra eyes and ears for Family reports findings from these contacts nor Chris Christie’s leadership. Only When asked whether they regard Court judges on cases involving Union as well as time spent with the youth. 40 percent of Republicans approve of state government as a friend or en- County’s abused, neglected or aban- Volunteers advocate both in the com- the job he’s been doing of late, with emy, voters are somewhere in the doned children now placed in foster munity and court to ensure their 52 percent disapproving, the survey middle. On a 10-point scale, with one care. youth’s needs are met and their time found. meaning an enemy and 10 indicating The new child advocates completed in care is as short as possible. Barely a quarter, 24 percent, be- a friend, the average response was a 30 hours in a new, flexible training There are 600 Union County chil- lieve the state is on a good path, six. option that comprises fewer in-per- dren currently in foster care and CASA with 67 percent who think other- “Although it’s easy to scapegoat son sessions than the traditional ses- of Union County serves approxi- wise. problems with state government by sion, but incorporates an online learn- mately one-third; its mission is to ADVOCATING FOR CHILDREN...Sixteen new Court Appointed Special Advo- As for who is likely to replace pointing the finger at the guy at the cates (CASA) were recently sworn in. Among the new CASA volunteers, from left ing component for scheduling flex- provide an advocate for every foster to right, are: Laura La Fronz of Cranford, Lisa LaGreca of Clark, Joanne Governor Christie in November, top, it’s clear that Governor Christie ibility. After the new Court-Appointed child that needs one. Truncali of Cranford, Jana Fallon of Fanwood, Shiow-ling Chen and Dina Republican Lieutenant Governor isn’t the sole source of voter discon- Special Advocates for Children Glasofer of Westfield, April-Michelle Thomas of Carteret, Dana Nolan of Westfield, Kim Guadagno and Democrat Phil tent. There’s a lot of work to do by (CASA) took their oath and received House Fire Reported Carmen Ayala of Scotch Plains, Bohdan Lukaschewsky of Cranford, Stephanie Murphy, former U.S. Ambassador legislators and the next governor to a commemorative CASA pin and cer- Vicuna-Baldeon of Plainfield, and Linda Jenkins-Davis of Scotch Plains. Not to Germany, have a sizable lead reconnect the public to local govern- tificate, they gathered with staff and Near Overlook Med. Ctr. shown is Quetzali Sevillano of Elizabeth, Mary Ellen Lawrence of Summit, Cindy over their opponents, but the domi- ment,” said Krista Jenkins, professor board members for a celebratory lun- SUMMIT – The Summit Fire De- Benn of Westfield and Lucia Menyou of Linden. nant response was for “don’t of political science and director of the cheon, during which they were partment extinguished a house fire know.” FDU poll. matched to their new case. CASA Sunday afternoon near Overlook On the Democratic side, Mr. stands for Court-Appointed Special Medical Center, according to a city Christie Signs Kean Bill on Murphy garnered 23 percent sup- Bramnick Push for Tax Advocates for Children. press release. port, with his closest competitors Advocates range in age from 21 to The fire occurred at a residence on significantly behind. Lt. Gov. Relief Tabled By Dems 81; are parents and non-parents; re- Sylvan Terrace at 1:11 p.m.. The Sum- Upgrades for Universities Guadagno is the front runner among WESTFIELD. – For the second cent retirees and students; and ca- mit Police Department and First Aid TRENTON — Governor Chris instructional and research building at Republicans with 24 percent sup- week in a row, Assembly Minority reers include business professionals, Squad were also dispatched for a medi- Christie has signed legislation sponsored Stevens Institute of Technology; a re- port. Leader Jon Bramnick (R-21st, a teacher, nurse, attorney and profes- cal emergency at the same address. by Senate Minority Leader Tom Kean, construction of the William Paterson Regardless of who wins in Novem- Westfield) tried to get the majority sor; as well as homemakers. Lan- On arrival, the police department Jr. (R-21st., Westfield) to fund upgrades University Hunziker Building for labo- ber, the poll finds that state govern- to address important issues on Fri- guages spoken include Spanish, Chi- forced the door and removed an in- and improvements at New Jersey’s pub- ratories and general use classrooms; ment in general fares poorly in the day. nese, Ukrainian and German. Most jured resident; the first aid squad trans- lic colleges and universities. renovations to the Edison Science eyes of the public. Low regard for During a vote urging participation have no prior knowledge of the foster ported the patient to Overlook. The The law, S-2897, appropriates the Building at Monmouth University; a elected officials extends well beyond in “Earth Hour,” Mr. Bramnick, the system, and at least two of the volun- fire department arrived to find heavy remaining $34.3 million from the new art therapy facility at Caldwell Governor Christie. chamber’s Republican leader, moved teers are immigrants. smoke conditions, but was able to “Building Our Future Bond Act,” University; and a new health sciences When asked if they find them- to convene a committee of the whole CASA volunteers have court-or- effectively locate and contain the fire voter-approved legislation spon- building at Union County College. selves feeling content, frustrated, or to address property tax relief, educa- on the second floor. sored by Senator Kean, to fund capi- Signed into law in 2012, Senator angry with the state government, 18 tion funding and affordable housing. The fire was declared under con- tal improvement projects at public Kean’s “Building Our Future Bond percent are content, with around the It was immediately tabled by the Lance: GOP’s AHCA trol at 1:41 p.m. institutions of higher education state- Act” provides a $750-million bond same number saying they’re angry Democrats along party lines by a 50 “Our firefighters made a quick stop wide. for investments in New Jersey’s pub- (21 percent) and a majority feeling to24 vote. Did Not Meet His Goals and were able to effectively control “More and more high school grads lic colleges and universities. frustrated (58 percent). Among Re- “Every session we vote on legisla- WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. the fire,” explains Summit Fire Chief are choosing to pursue a career in publicans (23 percent) are the most tion that is inconsequential for tax- Leonard Lance (R-7th) issued the fol- Eric Evers. “There were no reported STEM-related fields, such as nursing content among partisans with Demo- payers. We should start working on lowing statement after the vote on the injuries to responding firefighters.” or engineering. They shouldn’t have to crats the most angry (23 percent). solving the many problems the state American Health Care Act was can- Summit Fire Department was as- travel out of state to study at a school And a quarter of Millennials (24 faces that the majority continues to celed over the weekend: sisted at the scene by Millburn, Spring- with a state-of-the art research facility percent) feel content when they think ignore,” Mr. Bramnick said. “My feel- “Greater choice and competition field, Union, and Berkeley Heights or lab,” Senator Kean said. “This ap- of state government. ing is it should really be New Jersey will be the free-market forces that Fire Departments with New Provi- propriation will help our top-notch col- The pessimism continues when it hour, where we talk about education lower health care costs for all Ameri- dence, Scotch Plains and Westfield leges and universities evolve to meet comes to public perceptions of state- funding reform, affordable housing cans. The legislation Congress was Fire Departments provided additional the needs of incoming students.” run programs, as only 15 percent reform, and property tax relief.”Earth considering this week missed that station coverage. The projects funded by S-2897 in- evaluate the job the state government Hour is sponsored by the World Wild- mark and did not meet my goals for The cause of the fire is under inves- clude: a new life sciences and engi- does as “excellent” or “good,” with life Fund. For a single hour the fund an Obamacare replacement plan: tigation by the Union County Fire neering research facility at NJIT; a 83 percent who regard the state’s per- encourages people to dim their lights greater access for the American Investigations Unit. state-of-the art technology-equipped formance as “only fair” or “poor.” in support of taking action on climate people, better options for all pa- In terms of state lawmakers, 23 change. tients and lower costs across the health care market. I am hopeful future legislation will achieve these Domestic Violence goals and I will work with President Trump, Speaker Ryan and all those Training Bill Passes TRIAL LAWYERS who wish to improve the health care system in this country. TRENTON – Legislation spon- and understanding between prosecu- “And that includes my Democratic sored by Assemblywoman Nancy F. tors and victims of domestic violence.” Est. 1984 colleagues. For years Americans have Muñoz (R-21st, Summit) to help Under the bill, the state’s attorney experienced rising premiums, declin- municipal prosecutors prepare for general’s office would require all mu- ing insurance options and health care domestic violence cases has earned nicipal prosecutors be trained and re- costs that continue to rise. President support from the General Assembly. ceive at least four hours of in-service Obama was reluctant to admit any The bill, A-2185, establishes manda- training annually. The training curricu- fault in his signature bill and sign any tory domestic violence training for lum would be reviewed every two years. reforms into law. And despite repeated municipal prosecutors. “Every year, more than 60,000 in- called by Democrats to ‘fix’ “Domestic violence victims are hurt cidents of domestic violence takes Obamacare, they put forward no ma- physically and emotionally, and the place in this state,” said Asw. Muñoz, jor legislation. Democrats in Con- scars can last a lifetime,” Asw. Muñoz a registered nurse. “Vulnerable vic- gress need to come to the table. They said. “Unfortunately, the damage can tims deserve to be treated with dig- passed Obamacare into law. They be compounded by the treatment of nity and respect. With more effective need to help with the solution that all people who try to help. 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ROSSI D and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood and developer fees will “go a long Diction Deception Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times way” toward balancing the town bud- Members of: WESTFIELD — The town council get “for many years to come.” He said Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association gave its unanimous approval this week his support for the development was to a proposal to convert the 13-acre rect. The others are made up. Are you “made a lot easier” after realizing sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Mindowaskin Park on East Broad how much the town was spending this diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West Street into a gated, 245-townhome year on dredging the pond, which he If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 community. said “doesn’t really do much, if you guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 D’Velopment Developers, LLC think about it, besides just being a vidual. If you get three – word expert. If applauded the council’s move, say- POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at hole filled with water.” you get all four – You must have a lot of ing after the special meeting that “245 Members of the Friends of free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 families of all shapes and sizes will Mindowaskin Park group protested All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. now have a place to live that is within the project, but the mayor reminded come from the board game Diction Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman walking distance of downtown them several times that “there are Westfield, the municipal court and other parks in Westfield to go to,” Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER 1. Tergiversate – To desert a cause Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo numerous doctors’ offices.” Construc- pointing specifically to Tamaques tion will begin after dredging is com- 2. Sapient – Wise; knowing COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION Park, which he called “a better park” 3. Terebinth – A small European tree Lauren S. Barr Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly pleted at the park’s pond, which will because of its baseball fields, tennis of the sumac family. Turpentine tree. EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS then be converted into a private, two- courts, open lawn — and “fewer ducks 4. Debullition – Boiling over level parking garage able to accom- and geese doing their business all modate 500 vehicles. The four-story, over the place.” He suggested to the RELICTION SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe four-bedroom townhomes will be situ- 1. Land left uncovered by the recession One-year – $36 • Two-year – $68 • Three-year – $99 group that the council might rename ated on the perimeter of the property, Tamaques to Mindowaskin, “if that of the sea with access via a security gate located 2. A separation or passing through will make you feel better.” 3. Ignoring; neglecting on East Broad Street, according to At its next meeting, the council will 4. Deception; sleight of hand Elected Officials Are Again design sketches shown to the council. vote on NJ Transit’s proposal to re- RECTIROSTRAL A 10-foot-high, chainlink fence will move the existing pedestrian tunnel 1. Having the breadth of the cranium encircle the development, and the at the Westfield train station and re- greater than the length existing children’s playground on vive the narrow and poorly-lit pas- 2. Having the back below in swim- This Year’s April Fools Gag North Euclid Street will be used to sageway that existed until the mid- ming, as certain insects 3. Having a straight bill or beak With Saturday being April 1, don’t be surprised if In France, paper fish were surreptitiously stuck to house two cell towers that will pro- 1990s. “The retro look is in again,” vide optimal reception for the resi- said the mayor, “and this seems like a 4. A leaning to the right some prankster comes around asking you to sign a a person’s back and called “poisson d’Avril” (April dents of the development, which will good place to start.” DEAVE petition to Allow Christie to Run Again for a third fish), which remains as the French for April Fools. 1. To confuse or stun with noise be called Mindowaskin Square. Nom de plume 2. To understand or perceive consecutive term, replete with protest banners sal- The tradition of pranks on the first day of April Mayor Andy Skibitsky applauded April Fool 3. To belittle or humble vaged from in front of Lance’s Westfield office on migrated to England and Scotland and was then the project, saying that property taxes 4. To run abandon; decamp North Ave. It will be, after all, April Fools’ Day. introduced to the American colonies. BOREEN 1. A hard, brittle biscuit Similarly, we urge our readers not to dismiss what For the most part, April Fools’ Day is supposed to Tattoo Parlor to Westfield: 2. Wetland; bogs clearly seems ridiculous as just another joke. Be be a harmless day of fun, where the humor is at the 3. A soluable poison formed in the particularly careful of Fake News, not just today, but expense of others: tying someone’s shoes together, putrefaction of blood and other protein Ideal Location Near Station matter every day. placing pepper in a salt shaker or sticking a fake Upon learning that a tattoo parlor is The proposed owner also stated, 4. A lane leading from the main road In today’s world, what common sense once dis- severed head in the refrigerator – to be found by moving into a yet to be disclosed “We have already decided to keep See letters on page 5 missed as folly – or simple plain idiocy – is now some unsuspecting diner. downtown Westfield location, local our signage relatively small and we considered thoughtful policy. Whatever the gag, the trickster ends it by yelling residents are up in arms about what is are going to suggest that our motor- Local Elected Officials Three years ago, we alerted our readers to a to his victim, “April Fool!” In 1985, Sports Illus- to become of their beloved town. cycle-driving customers park their proposal by New Jersey Senator Nicholas Scutari trated published — with photographs — a now Speaking on anonymity, the owner bikes on the South side of town where Terms Up In 2017 of the proposed tattoo parlor ex- they will be less annoying given their (D-22nd, Linden) to legalize marijuana “like beer.” famous story written by George Plimpton (of “Paper State Senate plained that he identified the town as loud exhaust pipes. We definitely want Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21st, Westfield) Many thought he was joking, but sadly, it was a Lion” fame) about a New York Mets prospect named an ideal location given its demograph- to be on the North side, however, Nick Scutari (D-22nd, Linden) “serious” proposal. “Sidd” Finch who could throw a fastball 168 mph. ics and proximity to the train station. since that’s where all the action is.” State Assembly As we also noted three years ago, many believe the Fans, newspaper editors and writers and even a “We hope to draw people from One local resident upon learning of Jim Kennedy (D-22nd, Rahway) tradition of “April Fools’ Day” began in France in couple of team general managers believed the story. Newark and Plainfield to come into the project voiced great distain for Jerry Green (D-22nd, Plainfield) town on the train and get their Tats the proposed shop but added that if the late 16th century. In 1564, France officially It became so famous, Mr. Plimpton wrote a novel Jon Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield) here,” he said as he walked down Elm nothing can be done to get any decent Nancy Munoz (D-21st, Summit) changed the start of the year to January 1 – essen- based on the story. Street noticing the large number of establishments into the stores, that County Sheriff tially the Julian calendar – to end confusion with These days the practice has wandered to the recent vacancies. “It should be good Tattoo parlors, Head Shops and quite TBA what some considered the start of the new year and Internet, where companies produce the most realis- for the town to have us here, as our possibly a Massage Parlor or two will County Freeholders April 1 that others used. tic looking stuff. Google has a reputation for being patrons are usually quite hungry after probably end up coming in to fill the Angel Estrada (D) they spend so much time in the chair. void. Pope Gregory XIII likewise changed the Catholic one of the biggest pranksters, and in 2011 “an- Chris Hudak (D) There are plenty of nice places here “At least there will be some busi- Vernell Wright (D) church’s calendar in 1582, but back then news trav- nounced” Gmail Motion, whereby someone could for them to eat, especially the sushi nesses to pay the property taxes and Cranford Twn. Committee eled by foot, and word spread slowly. Others refused write e-mail by hand motions. and the burger joint. They may even to keep people coming to town and Patrick Giblin (D) to accept the new calendar and continued to use We advise all to be alert on Saturday. Check your shop, too, while they visit.” pay a lot of parking fines,” she added. Andis Kalnins (R) April 1 as the start of the new year. They also coffee cup for actual coffee, look on the back of your The owner believes that the rela- “We’ll just have to hire more police Fanwood Council tive good reputation of the town will and get them new cars to drive around celebrated in the eight days that led up to it. coat or jacket to make sure it doesn’t say “Kick Me” Russell Huegel (D) also bring patrons from nicer subur- and patrol in. Maybe they can get a Kevin Boris (D) Those who clung to the old practice became la- and – as always – be skeptical (but don’t necessarily ban locations like Cranford and Sum- few of those fancy stand-up scooters Garwood Council beled as “fools” and were subjected to ridicule. discount) what someone in government or politics mit besides Westfield itself. Appar- for the parking enforcement people, Lou Petruzzelli (D) They were made the butt of practical jokes during suggests. Don’t believe everything you read in the ently the rise in the number of middle- too.” Sara Todisco (D) the eight days between March 25 and April 1. newspaper, either. age women and teenagers that are The long-term plans of the new Mountainside Council getting tattoos has made the industry owner are to first start with a tattoo Keith Turner (R) quite profitable and the statistics show parlor and then add a pool hall and Deanna Andre (R) that being close to your customers video game annex for his patrons to Westfield Mayor Many Thanks to Those Retiring makes a huge difference. The only use while they wait their turn under Andy Skibitsky (R) problem that they anticipate facing is the gun. Westfield Council trying to get the town to let them stay “You need to keep my kind of cus- Sam Della Fera (R, 1st Ward) For Serving Our Towns Well open until midnight or even later since tomers busy while they wait or else Ken Donnelly (R, 2nd Ward) that’s when most people decide to get they get kind of excitable. We want to The transition of life in any town from one year to Jonathan Ellis, Public Works Director Joseph Timko David Oliveira (R, 3rd Ward) them. do everything in our power to avoid Keith Loughlin (R, 4th Ward) the next often includes bidding farewell to those and Finance Director Lori Majeski. Each has served “We would like to be close to one that, as we really are going to try and Cranford Board of Education who have contributed greatly to the quality of life the township for many years. of the many bars in town since we see be good corporate citizens.” Lisa Carbone, Daniel Demarco, within it through their professionalism, dedication In neighboring Fanwood, the governing body re- a lot of drunk people coming out of He informs us that a special tattoo Kristen Mallon, Kurt Petschow, Jr. and commitment to their colleagues, neighbors and cently honored Dean Talcott, veteran caretaker of them on the weekends,” the owner in the shape of the Great Seal of Garwood Board of Education added. Apparently alcohol is good Westfield has been designed and will all whose well-being is entrusted to them. the Fanwood Nature Center, upon his retirement. Aaron Watkins, Christine Guerriero for business even though he admits be applied for free to any local politi- Linda Koenig Such individuals include both paid employees of Mr. Talcott’s championship of the local environment that they are not supposed to service cians or members of the Downtown Mountainside Board of Education the municipality and its school district, as well as also has included serving on the Fanwood Environ- any drunken customers unless they Westfield Corporation that would like Dante Gioia volunteers whose service sometimes goes unsung mental Commission, including as chairman, and as come and sign the paperwork ahead to get one. It is about the size of a Scotch Plains-Fanwood Bd of Ed. but who are essential to maintaining the vitality of a member of the Fanwood Clean Community Com- of time. He said that for every 100 silver dollar and can be modified with Evan Murray, Cindy Clancy (Scotch drunk people he inks he only has one a barbed wire outline if anyone likes their community. mittee, which conducts the annual borough cleanup. Plains), Jeanne Cleary (Fanwood) or two that come back later with some a more deviant look. Westfield Board of Education This year marks multiple retirements within the A major changing of the guard also will be seen form of a complaint and even less for John B. Skowronski, Clark Chris Langhart, Peggy Oster ranks of those who have safeguarded our residents, in the Westfield school district by the end of the underage kids. April Fools Mark Friedman educated our children and otherwise have had a year with the retirements of Roosevelt Intermedi- positive impact upon our local towns and those who ate School Principal Stewart Carey and Jefferson Why Doesn’t County Use Surplus to Produce Flat Levy? live, work and visit there. Elementary School Principal Jeanette Munoz. Dur- The Union County Freeholders last ries for the county’s 2,500 employ- and County Clerk’s Election Office week introduced their budget for 2017 ees, with another $76 million in group budgets for the Primary and General This month Garwood Police Chief Bruce ing his 48-year career with the district, Mr. Carey of $506 million, with $354.8 million and other insurance benefits and an- Election for this year. Underhill is wrapping up his 32-year career with also had been a teacher at three schools and has to be raised in taxes, a $9.5-million other $39 million in pension costs. While the county will not release the borough’s police force, having been at the helm served as Roosevelt principal for 12 years. Ms. hike over 2016. Former head of finance for the county, the amount of taxes to be raised in of the department the last six years of his tenure. He Munoz has been principal of Jefferson for 15 years. Our concern is that the board listed Lawrence Caroselli, once said that each of the 21 towns in the county is being succeeded by Lieutenant James Wright, We wish all of these men and women well in their $65 million in surplus at the end of government is labor intensive. He until after the budget is adopted on 2016, yet only utilized $22 million of wasn’t kidding. Thursday, April 27, last year $39.3 whose own résumé includes 17 years with the future endeavors, along with any others who will that money as revenue to reduce the From a state perspective, we ques- million was raised in Westfield, $21 Garwood Police Department. be winding up their service to our local towns this amount raised through county taxes, tion why taxpayers are paying for million in Scotch Plains, $21.3 mil- The Township of Scotch Plains is seeing the retire- year, and thank them for having shared their skills, leaving $43,677,980 remaining in Primary elections when these elec- lion in Cranford, $9.2 million in ment of three key individuals within its municipal talents and time with the communities of which surplus. Taxes represent 70 percent tions appear to be nothing more than Mountainside, $6 million in Fanwood operations framework. They include Fire Chief they have so long been a part. of the amount of revenue in the 2017 partisan in nature. Shouldn’t the Re- and $3.3 million in Garwood for budget. Couldn’t the county have in- publican and Democratic parties pay county services. cluded another $10 million of surplus for these elections? Libertarian and Adding more surplus into the bud- in the spending plan for 2017 to pro- Green Party and other so-called “in- get and getting the two major politi- duce a flat budget? That would still dependent” party candidates do not cal parties to pay for the Primary leave $34 million in surplus, which appear on Primary ballots. Yet these election, in our view, would enable seems like a healthy amount to us. folks and unaffiliated voters pay for the county to produce flat budgets, Last year’s surplus started at $55 mil- this election, traditionally held in New something the Summit Taxpayers lion as of the end of 2015 and grew Jersey on the first Tuesday in June. Association and the Summit Com- $10 million by the end of 2016. Union County has budgeted almost mon Council have been pushing for Over $170 million is spent on sala- $3.9 million in its Board of Elections several years.

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State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asm. Jim Kennedy (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] 251 North Ave. West 34 E. Cherry St. Westfield, N.J. 07090 Rahway, N.J. 07065 12th Congressional District (908) 232-2073 (732) 943-2660 Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D) Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, N.J. 08628 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. (609) 883-0026 Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 are in the 12th Congressional District] LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 30, 2017 Page 5 Once Again Nation Faces Letters to the Editor We Believe Far More Unites Politics As Usual In Washington Us Than Divides Us What should matter is the country, sunny future unfold. We, the undersigned members of that unites us than divides us. Without but what does matter now is politics Many a great country has fallen New CVS Will Be A Significant, the Westfield-Mountainside Clergy doubt or reservation, we would rather as usual. not because of foreign foe, but be- Association, write to add our unified live in a community united in love And the incessant focus on issues cause inside was missing that spirit of And, Hopefully, Positive Change voice and energies to those who be- than in one divided by fear. We think of little if no consequence to the fu- adventure for the big things and big I’ve noticed that The Leader hasn’t and Scotch Plains’ Brookside Nature lieve that Westfield is a place where Westfield is that kind of town, but we ture of the country. achievements when great challenges yet reported the results of the March Trail. That said, the new CVS will be everyone is welcome — whatever also believe that maintaining those We must be motivated by what come as they always do. 6 meeting of the Westfield Planning a significant change, and we are hope- their religion, nationality, sexual ori- values we hold dear and which give Virgil called “the public good.” What Churchill spoke before the Cana- Board. I appreciate that an official ful that it will be a positive one. A entation, race, or gender. our lives meaning will take courage. the Constitution calls “the general dian Parliament on December public notice will be published, and relatively quiet area at night will be- As a nation, we have seen the rise It also will require a commitment to Welfare” (capitalized in the Consti- 30,1941 words that we should bear also appreciate that there have been come brighter and busier, and some of anti-Semitic rhetoric and violence work together openly and with pur- tution). in mind. “We have not journeyed all many newsworthy items this month, area businesses that have worked to against Jewish synagogues, centers pose, and with a willingness to hear What should matter is finding so- this way across the centuries, across including, sadly, the tragic loss of a be good neighbors will eventually be and cemeteries, sweeping, hateful, voices that often are not heard. lutions to the country’s pressing prob- the oceans, across the mountains, young resident. I bring up the plan- affected. However, the site purchaser and ignorant generalizations about We look forward to continuing this lems. across the prairies, because we are ning board meeting here only be- and planners, planning board and CVS Muslims, a disturbing sense of white conversation with Mayor Skibitsky John Keats in “Endymion” spoke made of sugar candy.” cause of a decision significant to my have taken time to welcome and hear supremacy, an easy willingness to (with whom some of us have already of “the inhuman dearth of noble na- Churchill before the House of neighborhood, and because I appre- neighbor concerns and to address sev- separate families through deportation, met), the police department, the super- tures.” Commons on November 12,1936 ciate the thoughtful consideration the eral of them, including regarding the a scorn for democratic institutions, intendent of schools and school prin- Where today are the noble natures objected to the British government’s planning board and others gave it. type of business, planning to close by and what appears to be the release of cipals, the Chamber of Commerce, to lead the country in its hour of need? policy of appeasing Hitler. He of- Specifically, the planning board ap- 10 p.m. nightly, and reducing signage a newfound freedom to proclaim a and members of the community. W. B. Yeats in “The Second Com- fered words that apply to us now. For proved an application to build a and lighting. nationalism devoid of inclusivity, di- Rev. Dr. David Mertz, First United ing” observed, “the center cannot we, too, “go on in strange paradox, 13,194-square-foot CVS Pharmacy I don’t wish to be seen as speaking versity, or even generosity. Methodist Church hold.” decided only to be undecided, re- east of the intersection of South Av- for my neighbors, and know that ide- As religious leaders in Westfield co-signers: There is no center anymore in solved to be irresolute, adamant for enue, Crossway Place and North ally a non-commercial use of the prop- and Mountainside, we believe the Rev. Chris Belden, Mountainside American political life. Politics is at drift, solid for fluidity, all-powerful Scotch Plains Avenue. The decision erty might be preferable, but I also values we hold dear are better than Community Presbyterian Church, the extremes and so finding a middle to be impotent” as the problems we was made after hearings of the board understand that the site is zoned com- that, and that our religious communi- of Westfield: ground for solutions to the problems face fester, mount and spread. (the previous ones reported by The mercial, and the changes and CVS’ ties are places where these values are Rev. Dr. Mark Boyea, First Congre- the country faces is difficult if not Unable to join together in a united nurtured and encouraged. We all hold gational Church Leader), and meetings between the commitment to Westfield can bring Rev. Mayra Castañeda, First Baptist impossible. front to solve the problems because site purchaser, its planners and many improvements and benefits. I thank that God is sovereign over all cre- Nor can comfort be taken in the of political discord, we drift from one Church neighbors. The new CVS location the property purchaser, planners, CVS ation, and that God created all of us Rev. Su Iliff, First United Methodist flood of uniformed opinions that daily political impasse to another, never would eventually replace the current and the planning board for their con- — each one of us — in God’s own Church focus on irrelevancies and triviali- taking our eyes off the small and petty one near the intersection of South and siderations. I also hope our current image. We are created to be rela- Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff, Rabbi ties. things, always missing the larger pic- Central Avenues. neighborhood businesses will be sup- tional, and our deep sin is to tear Emeritus, Temple Emanu-El Tennyson in “Ulysses” hoped ture. The Westfield neighborhood af- ported and successful. I ask and will asunder that which God joins together. Rev. Joy Mounts, First Congrega- “some work of noble, note, may yet We must once again be of valor as fected is a mix of businesses and very much appreciate that all involved The scriptures we use — those tional Church be done.” But for this to happen we in the olden day for we must once simple homes of hardworking tax- continue to keep in mind the invest- writings that help shape our identities Rabbi Ethan Prosnit, Temple must be “strong in will to strive, to again be united as then to come to the —state unequivocally and repeatedly Emanu-El payers and families. We take pride in ments and hopes of the residential Rev. Anthony J. Randazzo, Holy seek, to find, and not to yield.” aid of our country. We must no longer the contributions we’ve been able to neighbors, and to do as much as pos- that we are to welcome the stranger. Where though the noble work to- be divided by faction or self-interest Trinity R.C. Church make to our community and its schools sible to enhance our neighborhood In each of our religious communities Rabbi Doug Sagal, Temple Emanu-El day that would see disappear the or party loyalty. and organizations, and we appreciate and Westfield as a whole. we intend to do that, and to do it with Rev. Michael Saporito, St. Helen’s scourge of cancer, the bemoaning For as Patrick Henry proclaimed in our neighborhood’s highlights, in- a spirit of hospitality. We believe we Church crush of other sufferings? March 1799, “United we stand, di- Shane McDermott cluding the nearby Memorial Park Westfield are called to be welcoming, inviting, Where the new bridges and dams, vided we fall. Let us not split into and compassionate communities, and Greta’s Run is Sunday, April 23, at airports and harbors, and factories factions which must destroy that union April 1st: This is the day upon which we are reminded of what we are can do no less and no other. Roosevelt Intermediate School at and the new frontiers? upon which our existence hangs.” on the other three hundred and sixty-four. Mark Twain, 1917 We also believe there is far more 301 Clark Street in Westfield. That our path beforward though it Stephen Schoeman may be narrow, rough, and tortuous. Westfield That we may yet see the bright and Mary Robinson Deserving Of First N.J. Hero Award I’d like to add my kudos to Mary been active in the Summit organiza- Robinson, executive director of Imag- tion. Having worked with Ms. ine, who was named First N.J. Hero Robinson in Summit’s Good Grief, of 2017 by First Lady Mary Pat Gerry sought her out for advice, found Christie. Mary Robinson is one of the a location in Westfield’s Methodist most dedicated, hard-working people Church and hired her as executive I’ve ever worked with, and she has director. Had Mary Robinson written made an incredible difference in the the article, she would have been the lives of many children who have suf- first to recognize Imagine’s existence fered loss. Her life is dedicated to to Dr. Glasser, and I wanted to make enabling grieving children and teens sure he is never forgotten for the role to grow up healthy, giving them the he played enabling Ms. Robinson to opportunity to maximize their poten- do the fantastic work that she does. tial, and I am delighted she has been Gail Cassidy recognized. Westfield I would like to address one omis- sion in the article. When the late Dr. Gerald Glasser lost his son on 9/11, PUBLIC NOTICE he set up The Thomas Glasser Foun- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY dation in his son’s memory and funded CHANCERY DIVISION A numerous organizations including UNION COUNTY Fundraising DOCKET NO. F-001006-17 Good Grief in Summit, where Ms. FILE NO. 22751-16 Event Robinson was executive director. Shopping When Good Grief moved to NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT Morristown, Gerry sought a place (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: FRANCIS ANTHONY nearby to set up another Good Grief MCGLYNN; MRS. FRANCIS SATURDAY, APRIL 1 to benefit his grandchildren who had ANTHONY MCGLYNN, WIFE OF FRANCIS ANTHONY WESTFIELD MCGLYNN; YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND Legal Advertising REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO Shop Smart AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- MORE IN BACK SECTION neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to With your $5 ticket you’ll get PUBLIC NOTICE the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in which TTLBL, LLC is the plaintiff and LINDA TOWN OF WESTFIELD GIBBONS VERWEY, EXECUTRIX OF BOARD OF EDUCATION THE ESTATE OF ROBERT T. SPEIDEN, ET ALS; are defendants, pending in the REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery The Board of Education of the Westfield Division, UNION County and bearing School District, Union County, New Jer- Docket No. F-001006-17 within thirty-five % sey, hereby advertises for Request For (35) days after March 30, 2017 exclusive Proposal in accordance with N.J.S.A. of such date. If you fail to answer or appear 19:44A-20.4 et seq. in accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment PROPOSAL FOR: by Default may be rendered against you 25OOffff RPF Board Attorney for the for relief demanded in the Complaint. You 2017-2018 School Year shall file your Answer and Proof of Service PROPOSAL DUE: in duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior two regular or sale-priced items of your choice April 25, 2017 at 2:00 PM Court of New Jersey, Hughes Justice Com- with very limited exclusions* All necessary Proposal specifications plex - CN 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, and Proposal forms may be secured from, in accordance with the Rules of Civil Prac- Westfield Board of Education Purchasing tice and Procedure. Office 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jer- You are further advised that if you are AND... PLUS... sey 07090 (908) 789-4407. unable to obtain an attorney you may com- The Proposals will be received at the municate with the Lawyer Referral Service Administration Building, 302 Elm Street, of the County of Venue and that if you % % Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date cannot afford an attorney, you may com- and at the time indicated. municate with the Legal Services Office of 15 OOffff 20 OOffff Proposals must be made on the pro- the County of Venue. The telephone num- posal forms in the manner designated. ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- almost all cosmetics storewide when you Proposals must be endorsed on the out- yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal & fragrances use your Lord & Taylor side of the sealed envelope, with the name Services Office 908-354-4340. Awards Credit Card* of the vendor, the vendor’s address and THE ACTION has been instituted for the or 15% Off with the name of the supplies, equipment, or purpose of foreclosing the following tax your Savings Pass services for which the proposal is submit- sale certificate: ted. It is understood and agreed that pro- 1. A certain tax certificate 14-0780, sold posals may be delivered before the time or on 10/9/2014, dated 10/15/2014, and was Buy your ticket in store starting today.** at the place specified for opening. The recorded on 12/31/2014 in Book 13865 at Board of Education assumes no responsi- Page 83, made by DAVID MARSHALL, bility for bids mailed or misdirected in de- Collector of Taxes of PLAINFIELD, and livery. No proposals shall be received after State of New Jersey to TTLBL, LLC and the time designated. subsequently assigned to plaintiff, TTLBL, Do Good Proposals shall be in conformance with LLC. This covers real estate located in the applicable requirements of PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, and State You’ll help local non-profi t groups as you save. N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 et. seq., pertaining to of New Jersey, known as LOT 3 BLOCK the “Public School Contracts Law”. 908 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map Last year, local non-profi t groups raised a The Board of Education of the Town of and Tax Map duplicate of PLAINFIELD Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, and concerns premises commonly known combined total of over $400,000. reserves the right to reject any or all pro- as 1214-18 DENMARK ROAD, posals pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-2(s), PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. (t), (x), (y), 18A:18A-4(a), 18A:18A-22, and YOU, FRANCIS ANTHONY MCGLYNN, Shop Early to waive any informalities. The Board fur- are made party defendant to the above ther reserves the right to take such alter- foreclosure action because you are the nates as they deem appropriate, and in owner of a property which is the subject of Reserve any items you want to purchase any order that the Board feels may be in the above entitled action. the best interest of the Westfield Public YOU, MRS. FRANCIS ANTHONY from now until the day of the event. School District. MCGLYNN, WIFE OF FRANCIS AN- All vendors are required to comply with THONY MCGLYNN, are made party de- the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et. fendant to the above foreclosure action seq., Affirmative Action Against Discrimi- because plaintiff has been unable to deter- Visit lordandtaylor.com/dogood for more details. nation and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et. seq. mine whether defendant FRANCIS AN- Corporate vendors are required by law THONY MCGLYNN is married, and if mar- (Chapter 33, Laws of 1977) to submit a list ried, the name of FRANCIS ANTHONY of names and addresses of all stockhold- MCGLYNN’s spouse. If FRANCIS AN- ers owning 10% or more of their stock. THONY MCGLYNN is married, the plaintiff All vendors shall submit with their pro- joins MRS. FRANCIS ANTHONY posal package a copy of the New Jersey MCGLYNN, WIFE OF FRANCIS AN- Business Registration Certificate as is- THONY MCGLYNN as a defendant for any #ShopSmartDoGood sued by the Department of Treasury of the possessory or marital rights you may have. State of New Jersey. (N.J.S.A. 52:32-44). DATED: March 24, 2017 VENDORS NOTE: Proposal security is Michelle M. Smith, Clerk waived for this bid proposal. Superior Court of New Jersey Shop all day Saturday, April 1, 9am to 11pm Lord & Taylor Westfield • 609 North Ave. By order of the Town of Westfield Board PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. of Education, Union County, New Jersey. Denville Law Center *15% off Cosmetics and Fragrances. **All proceeds from $5 ticket sales made today – Saturday, April 1, 2017 in our Westfi eld store will benefi t local non-profi t organizations Dana Sullivan 290 Route 46 West participating in the Shop Smart Do Good program. Tickets are only valid at Westfi eld on Saturday, April 1, 2017. Event subject to change or cancellation. Some exclusions apply. Business Administrator, Denville, New Jersey 07834 Not valid at lordandtaylor.com, L&T outlets and FIND@Lord&Taylor. For more information visit lordandtaylor.com/dogood. Board Secretary (973) 586-2300 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $59.67 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $76.50 Page 6 Thursday, March 30, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Spring Assembly to Feature Mountainside Library Slates Visit By ‘Sabra Miller’ Activities During April WESTFIELD — Area residents are life – all processes taken for granted MOUNTAINSIDE — The days during April, except for April invited to meet “Mistress Sabra Miller” today. Demonstrating the use of pe- Mountainside Public Library has an- 24, at 1:15 p.m. Thomas Noble, Ph.D. at the Spring Assembly of the Westfield riod artifacts as she speaks, Ms. nounced multiple programs for the of the University of Notre Dame is Historical Societies taking place on Goldstein will immerse the audience month of April. The library will be presenting “The Foundations of West- Thursday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m. This in daily routines of the 18th century. closed on Friday, April 14, in obser- ern Civilization.” The winter semes- event will be held at The Presbyterian Ms. Goldstein is a longtime mem- vance of Good Friday. ter will end in May and a new course Church in Westfield, located at 140 ber of the Miller-Cory House Mu- The Friends of the Mountainside will be selected then. Participants are Mountain Avenue, Westfield. There is seum volunteers. She has portrayed Library will conduct their annual encouraged to bring their lunch. Cof- no charge for the public to attend. Sabra Miller and depicted colonial- Spring Book Sale in the library’s fee, tea and cookies will be served. Refreshments will be served. era farm life for audiences of adults Community Room. Donations may “Saturday Musical Getaways: Sixty In 1740, Sabra Miller became the and children alike. be dropped off Saturday, April 22, Minutes Around the World” will be first woman to occupy the small farm- The Spring Assembly is the annual through Wednesday, April 26, during featured April 8 at 2 p.m. It will house in the West Fields of gathering of the six history groups of hours the library is open. Donations showcase the Karkowska Sisters Duo, Elizabethtown now known as the Westfield, dedicated to preserving and of new and gently-used books, CDs, an award-winning ensemble that has Miller-Cory House Museum. Joyce celebrating the town’s past. They are: DVDs, audiobooks, puzzles and performed in venues from Carnegie Goldstein, in her portrayal of Sabra, West Fields Sons of the American PATRIOTIC DAY...Crane’s Ford Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) games are requested. Hall to Mexico’s National Center for greets visitors in her parlor and wel- Revolution (SAR), Westfield Daugh- Regent Mary Leonard, left, joins Cranford Town Flagpole Restoration Commit- There will be a preview sale for Performing Arts. Kasha Karkowska, comes them into her family’s busy ters of the American Revolution tee members, from left to right, Jean Pascarella, Rita LaBrutto, Frank D’Antonio, Mountainside residents on Thursday, who studied at the Chopin Academy, Martha Garcia, Rosanne Barone, Paul LaCorte and Barbara Krause, as the DAR April 27, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The lives. (DAR), Westfield Historical Society, honored the committee March 11 with the National DAR Historic Preservation and Anna Karkowska, who studied at During Sabra’s lifetime, every day The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, Recognition National Award. Book Sale will take place on Friday, The Juilliard School, will entertain was filled with the hard work of farm- the Genealogical Society of the West April 28, and Saturday, April 29, from the audience with their virtuosity, sto- ing and the endless chores necessary Fields, and the Miller-Cory House 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a “Bag Day” ries and a bit of Borge-like humor in for self-sufficiency. There were con- Museum. The Miller-Cory House Crane’s Ford DAR Honors sale on Monday, May 1. a program featuring beloved classi- stant demands placed on household Museum is hosting this year’s event. Tuesday Night Movies will include cal music hits. For a sample of their members to raise and grow food, make For more information, call (908) 232- Manchester by the Sea (2016, R) on music and humor, visit their website, clothing and linens, and produce 1776 or e-mail Flagpole Restoration Comm. April 4; The Light Between Oceans karkowskaduo.org. candles, soap and other necessities of [email protected]. (2016, PG-13) on April 11, and Hack- Additional programs happening in CRANFORD — The Crane’s Ford cate U.S. Navy ship masts of the era saw Ridge (2016, R) on April 18. April will be announced. The Daughters of the American Revolu- and had been dedicated on April 6, Each movie will be shown at 6 p.m. Mountainside Public Library is lo- Miller-Cory to Spotlight tion (DAR) hosted a program March 1918 to honor the 320 Cranford resi- Due to the book sale, there will be no cated at 1 Constitution Plaza, 11 during which they presented the dents who served in active military movie shown on April 25. Mountainside. To register for library organization’s National DAR His- duty during World War I, among them Brown Bag Academy: The Great programs, visit the library or call (908) ‘The Art of Shoemaking’ toric Preservation Recognition Na- 15 who made the supreme sacrifice, Courses series will continue on Mon- 233-0116. tional Award to the Cranford World some at sea. It also marked the suc- WESTFIELD — The first shoe- and children age 13 and older; $3 for War I Town Flagpole Restoration cessful completion of Cranford’s Lib- makers arrived in America at children ages 3 to 12, and free for Committee. erty Loan Drive, raising three times Colin Maher Egg Hunt Is Jamestown in 1610, and the trade those under age 3. Sunday’s program The ceremony, held at the Cranford its quota to support the war effort, the began to thrive shortly afterwards. is appropriate for children. Municipal Building, also highlighted most in Union County. The art of the shoemaker, or The museum’s next program will the 100th anniversary of the United The 65-foot flagpole was removed Saturday at Hanson Park cordwainer, was a time-consuming be the annual “Sheep to Shawl Festi- States’ entry into World War I on April in 2003 from Postoffice Plaza to CRANFORD — The Seventh An- search for a cure for Ewing’s Sar- handcraft, requiring an apprentice- val,” which takes place on Sunday, 6, 1917, and Cranford residents’ con- make way for renovations there. nual Colin Maher Easter Egg Hunt coma, a rare bone cancer that has ship, long hours and specialized tools April 30, from 1 to 4 p.m. Visitors tributions to and participation in “The The Restoration Committee was is scheduled this Saturday, April 1, only a few doctors working on it. to produce high-quality shoes. will get to experience life on an 18th- Great War,” as it was called. initially advised the flagpole was at Hanson Park in Cranford. Friends of Colin has given its money Ellen Hess will spotlight this craft in century farm, as the sheep get their The National DAR Award is de- beyond repair, but within five The hunt was started by Cranford to Dr. Jeffrey Toretsky, a researcher a program entitled “The Art of spring “haircuts” and craftspeople signed “to recognize worthy local months the committee raised the teens to raise money to fight at Georgetown University, who now Shoemaking” at the Miller-Cory House demonstrate early American chores, individuals and groups for outstand- required funds from local businesses Ewing’s Sarcoma, a childhood can- has a drug going to clinical trials. Museum this Sunday, April 2, from 2 games and more. ing achievement in all areas of his- and families and had arranged for cer that took the life of their friend Colin was a twin. He loved to 4 p.m. She will explain the process The museum is available for school, toric preservation. The recipients are contractors to restore and reinstall and neighbor, Colin Maher. magic, turtles and his dog, Casey. as she demonstrates the work of the Scout or other group tours on week- expected to have contributed to their the historic flagpole. The commit- The hunt is open to children 10 He loved Halloween, candy, espe- cordwainer in 18th-century America. days during the morning or after school. community in an outstanding volun- tee arranged for rededication on years old and younger. Advance cially Pez candy dispensers, and The program also will feature a dis- Other programs include a showcase of teer manner.” November 8, 2008. registration can be done at snow. His sense of humor was dry play of vintage shoemaking artifacts. 18th-century skills during which vol- Award recipients from the Cranford Cranford Mayor Thomas Hannen, friendsofcolineasteregghunt.eventbrite.com. but funny. Tours of the fully furnished farm- unteers demonstrate colonial-era crafts World War I Town Flagpole Restora- Jr. participated in awarding the com- Registration is $10. He was part of a tight high-school house, built in 1740, will be included. and discuss 18th-century life in New tion Committee of 2008 included Paul mittee members their certificates. Any questions can be answered friend group, many of who con- Members of the cooking committee Jersey for interested groups, including LaCorte, chairman; Martha Garcia, Union County Freeholder and at the FriendsofColin.org website tinue to visit the family today. His also will demonstrate authentic open- on-site at local schools. township commissioner; Rich Cranford resident Bette Jane or at [email protected]. twin sister has finished college and hearth cooking, using early American For more information, call (908) Brightman, Cranford Knights of Co- Kowalski also attended. Over the past seven years, Friends is now a nurse in Massachusetts. recipes, colonial-era cooking tools 232-1776 or e-mail lumbus; Rosanne Barone, Cranford Guest speakers included former of Colin events have grown to in- Colin passed on February 9, 2010, and seasonal foods. [email protected]. De- Historic Preservation Advisory Mayor Robert Puhak, Martha Garcia, clude this hunt, a turkey trot in No- and neighbor Ryan McGann vowed The Miller-Cory House Museum is tails on all programs also are posted Board; Frank D’Antonio, VFW Post Township Commissioner liaison, vember and a benefit concert in to corral other friends and neigh- located at 614 Mountain Avenue, on the museum’s Facebook page. The 335 Men’s Auxiliary; James D’Arcy, 2008; Paul LaCorte, Tom Connolly, June. The group has raised tens of bors to continue the fight against Westfield. Admission is $4 for adults website is millercoryhouse.org. VFW Post 335; Barbara Krause, Cranford Historic Preservation Ad- thousands of dollars to benefit re- this rare but very deadly disease. Crane’s Ford DAR; Rita LaBrutto, visory Board, and Christine Glazer, resident; Mark Mayer, Cranford Jay- Cranford Historical Society, who Jazz Series to Spotlight cees; Jean Pascarella, owner of Dove- quoted World War I letters and stories Imagine Training Program tails, and Joni Valerio, Cranford Jun- telling of the impact the war had on Joe Wagner Quartet ior Women’s Club. local families. The volunteer committee, formed Crane’s Ford DAR Historian Bar- To Focus on Helping Youth WESTFIELD — The Westfield Tony Marino; keyboardist, David through resolution of the 2008 Town- bara Krause initiated the award nomi- WESTFIELD — Imagine, A Cen- ers, members of community orga- Memorial Library will continue the Leonhardt, and drummer, Tom ship Committee by former Mayor nation submitted to the National DAR ter for Coping with Loss, will offer nizations, coaches, therapists, three-part Weiss Family Jazz Se- Papadatos. Their music is reminis- Robert Puhak, was tasked with rais- with necessary researched historical a training program on how to sup- counselors and social workers. ries with the Joe Wagner Quartet cent of the classic sounds of Wes ing funds estimated at $50,000 to documentation and also served as pro- port children and youth who are “Research shows that the most on Wednesday, April 5, at 7 p.m. Montgomery, Les Paul, George restore and reinstall the flagpole in its gram chairperson. Chapter Regent coping with grief or loss as the important factor in supporting a The library is located at 550 East Benson and Grant Greene. original location at Postoffice Plaza. Mary Leonard assisted in the prepara- result of the illness or death of a grieving child is the active pres- Broad Street. Among the well-known melodies The flagpole was designed to repli- tion and presentation of the program. parent or sibling, as well as such ence of at least one caring, healthy, Guitarist Joseph Wagner has the quartet will play are works by transitions as a divorce, a move, an functional adult in their life who toured, performed and recorded Duke Ellington and Miles Davis, injury or a change in a friendship. knows how to listen and be there with groups from Santa Fe to Mo- Bossa Nova favorites, Gypsy Jazz Entitled “Fostering Resilience in for the child,” said Mary Robinson, rocco, sharing the stage with mem- numbers by Django Reinhardt, and Children Coping with Loss,” this founder and executive director of bers of Santana, The Band and Paul even some Charlie Parker cookers. program will be held from 6:30 to Imagine. Simon. He regularly performs with Established with a bequest to the 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, at A $20 donation is appreciated. A his own jazz and fusion ensembles, Westfield Memorial Library Foun- Imagine’s new location, 244 pizza dinner will be provided at and has composed award-winning dation, the Weiss Family Jazz Se- Sheffield Street, Mountainside. 6:15 p.m. and the program will music for television and film. ries commemorates longtime li- Those who attend this training begin at 6:30 p.m. Interested per- At this performance he will share brary patrons Joseph and Dorothy will learn definitions of loss, grief sons are asked to respond by Tues- the spotlight with his bass player, Weiss. The next performance will and mourning; how children and day, April 4. To respond or for be local favorite David Aaron and adults grieve differently; how grief further information, contact Connie his trio on Wednesday, October 18, affects behavior, and ways to sup- Palmer at [email protected] at 7 p.m. port grieving children and youth to or call (908) 264-3100. This program is free and open to enable them to develop healthy Those needing directions are Westfield Memorial Library and coping skills and resiliency. asked to contact Imagine. There is MURAL cardholders. MURAL While loss due to death will be parking behind the building at the cardholders belong to the 43 li- the primary focus of this seminar, end of the driveway. Imagine is a braries that are part of the the concepts that will be presented free grief support center serving Middlesex Union Reciprocal are applicable to all types of loss. all of Union County and beyond. Agreement Libraries. For partici- This program is especially geared For more information, visit pating libraries, visit the Westfield for parents and grandparents, teach- Imagine’s website, imaginenj.org. Memorial Library’s website, wmlnj.org. To register for the Joe Wagner Quartet program, visit Jeni-Fit Invites You to Take wmlnj.org and click on the Online LUNCHEON SPEAKER...David Rogers, pictured, will discuss the Singer Sewing Calendar, or call (908) 789-4090, Machine Company at the First Wednesday Luncheon of the Westfield Historical option 0. Society on April 5, beginning at noon, at the Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield. Westfield Memorial Library Mr. Rogers spent 25 years with the company. Scenic, Adventurous Journey hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Mon- Journey through beautiful Bucks ting. The group dynamic only adds day through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to County, May 10 to 12, on an active to the depth of your journey. 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 1 David Rogers to Discuss travel excursion with Journey-Fit. Leave the planning of all details to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The library What a way to experience hidden up to us; you just show up and we do will be closed on Friday, April 14, corners of this great world. Explore the rest. for Good Friday and Sunday, April Singer Co. at Luncheon Joe Wagner by bike, kayak and on foot. Take a Grab a friend, family member or 16, for Easter. WESTFIELD — The Westfield byterian Church in Westfield, Mr. few days to reconnect with yourself colleague to share in this new ad- Historical Society will present its Rogers is the Clerk of Session and meet other like-minded individu- venture, or travel alone and new ‘Defending Our Democracy’ First Wednesday Luncheon of 2017 (church ecclesiastical secretary) als. Enjoy three action-packed days friendships await. Spring is a time on April 5 at noon at Echo Lake and a member of the team that that you’ll carry with you forever. to feel refreshed and take on some- Country Club, located at 515 manages the church campus includ- The days are a balance of physi- thing new. The time is now to take a To Be Old Guard Topic Springfield Avenue, Westfield. ing the Nationally Registered cal activity, culinary pleasures and self-care vacation and nurture David Rogers will speak about Burial Grounds. He is a trustee of mindfulness in a small group set- yourself...Journey-Fit is your per- SUMMIT AREA — James E. and contributors to them, and vot- the Singer Sewing Machine Com- the Old First Historic Trust, man- fect solution. Johnson, recently retired from the ing rights and restrictions and their pany. Mr. Rogers, a former Singer aging the property of the First Pres- Sierra Club Speaker Mention this article for special partnership of Debevoise & impact on various demographic employee and Westfield Historical byterian Church in his native Eliza- pricing when you inquire. Plimpton, former As- groups within the United Society member, will offer some beth. His wife, Nancy Priest, is To Discuss Vehicles Give the gift of fitness this sistant United States States. history of sewing, sewing machines president of the Westfield Histori- AREA — The Sierra Club Mother’s Day. Attorney for the All active men age 50- and inside information from his 25 cal Society, where they both serve Loantaka Group will present Kent Visit www.jeni-fit.com/journey- Southern District of plus are invited to attend years in The Singer Company and on the building committee. Lucas, a Chevy Volt owner, who fit for amazing testimonials, details New York, Under Sec- the Tuesday morning its worldwide operations. Those wishing to attend the lun- will review current alternatives to and to sign up, or call (908) 654- retary of the Treasury meetings of the Summit In addition to examples of Singer cheon may make a reservation by 100-percent internal combustion 3300 or e-mail for Enforcement, Area Old Guard. Meetings artifacts and brief stories of calling Mary Orlando at (908) 233- engine vehicles at the club’s meet- [email protected] to- Chairman of the are held at the New Provi- Singer’s World War II involvement, 2930 by noon on Monday, April 3. ing on Wednesday, April 12. The day. Board of the Brennan dence Municipal Center, anecdotes will be shared by Mr. The luncheon fee is $30 for focus will be electric vehicles but Paid Bulletin Board Center for Justice, and located at 360 Elkwood Rogers and Westfield resident Westfield Historical Society mem- also will include hybrids, plug-in goleader.com/form/bulletin elected member of the Avenue, New Providence. Sharon Tittle. bers and $35 for non-members. It hybrids and fuel cell vehicles. Harvard College A coffee hour starts at 9:15 Mr. Rogers is a lifelong resident includes a three-course meal, cof- The meeting will take place from Board of Overseers, a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. of Union County and a graduate of fee/tea and gratuity. The luncheon 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Library of the will speak to the Sum- business meeting bright- The Pingry School and Newark fee may be paid at the door. Chathams, located at 214 Main mit Old Guard at its James E. Johnson ened by singing and hu- College of Engineering. His tenure Westfield Historical Society mem- Street, Chatham. It is free and open Tuesday, April 4 meet- mor. Guest speakers be- at Singer Company included for- berships also will be available at to the public. For more informa- ing. He will talk about the “De- gin their talk at 10:30 a.m. eign residency and numerous posi- the luncheon. tion, call (908) 233-2414. fense of Democracy: Key Issues Old Guard members participate in tions from entry-level engineering For Echo Lake Country Club for Reform.” sports, bridge, hikes, trips, plays, con- to vice-president of marketing. dress code information, visit TO BUY OR SELL, Mr. Johnson, who has focused certs and other cultural events. For Subsequently he purchased and echolakecc.org. More information on social justice issues, is expected more information, call Jim Hewitt at operated Spring Valley Monuments on Westfield Historical Society USE LEADER/TIMES to address such topics as the Citi- (908) 233-5507 or log onto the website in Spring Valley, N.Y., until his events is available at CLASSIFIED ADS zens United decision; Super PACs summitoldguard.org. retirement. Currently at The Pres- westfieldhistoricalsociety.org. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 30, 2017 Page 7 Temple Emanu-El to Honor Fanwood Presbyterian Lists Kroloffs at Gala Event Services For Holy Week WESTFIELD — Temple Emanu- students for 15 years. FANWOOD — The Fanwood Pres- of approximately 20 minutes will El will hold a gala event, “L’Dor Terry Kroloff is a founder of byterian Church, located at 74 South be held at 8 a.m. Monday through V’Dor, from Generation to Gen- ARK, a partnership with St. Mark’s Martine Avenue, Fanwood, has an- Wednesday, April 10 to 12, in the eration,” to honor Rabbi Charles Church of Plainfield, which con- nounced its schedule for Holy Week church sanctuary. and Dr. Terry Kroloff, on Saturday, tributes to the social fabric of local leading up to the celebration of Easter. At 7:30 p.m. on both Maundy April 29. It will take place at the communities. She also co-chairs An intergenerational Palm/Passion Thursday, April 13, and Good Fri- temple, located at 756 East Broad Bikur Holim, Temple Emanu-El’s Sunday pageant will be presented on day, April 14, there will be, by Word Street, Westfield. outreach to those in need of per- Sunday, April 9, at the combined and Music, a representation of Jesus’ This evening of food, tribute and sonal visits. 10:30 a.m. service in the sanctuary Last Supper, his time in the Garden entertainment will recognize the Both the Kroloffs also are key of the church. All children and adults of Gethsemane, his trial and death. Kroloffs for their 50 years of de- players in the “I Have a Dream” are welcome to participate in the On Easter Sunday, April 16, the voted service to Temple Emanu-El program in Plainfield. remembrance of Jesus’ last week. resurrection of Jesus will be cel- and the 15th anniversary of the open- Led by honorary co-chairs War- Rehearsals will be on Wednesdays, ebrated at a combined service, at ing of the Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff ren and Mitzi Eisenberg and Rabbi from 5 to 6 p.m., starting April 5. 10:30 a.m., with communion and Center for Jewish Learning. Doug Sagal and Lauren Kaplan- Holy Week morning devotionals Easter music by the Sanctuary Choir Rabbi Kroloff became the rabbi Sagal, the congregation is honor- and the City Brass Ensemble di- of Temple Emanu-El 50 years ago, ing the couple with thanks and cel- Needle Nite Group rected by Marcello Velame. a position in which he served for ebration. All are welcome to attend these 36 years. From programs within Event festivities will begin at 7 GOOD ADVICE...Scotch Plains native Linda Turash will bring her portrayal of Posts Next Meeting programs and services. For more in- Temple Emanu-El, to his founding p.m. and include hors d’oeuvres, popular advice columnist Ann Landers to the Fanwood Memorial Library this FANWOOD — The next meeting formation or directions to the of the Interfaith Council for the dinner, a performance by the politi- Sunday, April 2. “Dear Ann Landers...” will begin at 2 p.m. The library is located of the Needle Nite group of the at 5 Forest Road. church, call the church office at Homeless, to his election as presi- cal satire troupe The Capitol Steps, Fanwood Presbyterian Church will be (908) 889-8891, e-mail dent of the Central Conference of and a special tribute to the Kroloffs. held on Friday, April 7, at 7 p.m., in [email protected] or visit the American Rabbis, Rabbi Kroloff The cost is $150 per person. For Westminster Hall on Marian Avenue. website at fanwoodpc.org. has played a pivotal role in his tickets and information, contact ‘Dear Ann Landers...’ to Be Quilters will see a demonstration faith community and beyond. Brian Chartock, executive director, of a new quilt pattern that will involve Cranford Seniors The Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff at (908) 232-6770, extension no. At Fanwood Library Sunday appliqué and stencil quilting. Begin- Center for Jewish Learning, com- 114, or [email protected], by ners are welcome as this is a good Can Attend Movies pleted in 2001, has been inspiring Monday, April 3. FANWOOD — The Fanwood Me- direct, insightful and often humor- pattern to learn basic quilting tech- CRANFORD — Cranford Senior morial Library, located at 5 Forest Road, ously honest responses. niques. The knitters and those who Fanwood, will present the fun, one- “Dear Ann Landers...” stars Monday Morning Movies this crochet will work on the various items month include two 2017 Academy Westfield Library to Offer woman show “Dear Ann Landers...” Scotch Plains native Linda Turash. they make for charity. this Sunday, April 2, at 2 p.m. Ms. Turash has been acting for more Award nominees for Best Picture, All are welcome to come and see featuring actors who won Academy Late on a 1975 night in Ms. than 30 years. Besides Ann Landers, what is being done and to join the Landers’ Chicago apartment, an some of her favorite roles include Awards or were nominated for their Computer Classes April 6 group. If fabric, batting or yarn is work in the films. ironic twist of events confronts her Martha in Who’s Afraid of Virginia needed, Needles Niters may e-mail WESTFIELD — On Thursday, day through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to with a looming deadline for a col- Woolf?, Eleanor in The Lion in Win- Manchester by the Sea, a drama their requests to starring Best Actor Casey Affleck, April 6, the Westfield Memorial 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 1 umn dealing with a new kind of ter and Miss Hannigan in Annie. [email protected]. Library will present “Keyboard- to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The library heartbreak: her own. As she shares Ms. Turash says she is pleased to be Best Actress nominee Michelle Wil- For further information about these liams and Kyle Chandler, will be ing” from 10 a.m. to noon, and will be closed on Friday, April 14, her struggles to complete the col- back in town, performing at the projects or directions to the Fanwood “Advanced Microsoft Word, Part for Good Friday and Sunday, April umn with the audience, attendees Fanwood Library. shown April 3 at 11:15 a.m. Presbyterian Church, call the church Fences, a drama starring Best Ac- I” from 1 to 4 p.m. Karen Camden 16, for Easter. are given the opportunity to learn The Fanwood Memorial Library office at (908) 889-8891, e-mail will present both classes. For more information on library about themselves as well as the wise, will offer “Dear Ann Landers...” as tor nominee Denzel Washington, [email protected] or check the Best Supporting Actress Viola Davis The “Keyboarding” class will fo- programs and services, call (908) funny, no-nonsense woman whose part of its First Sundays series. These website at fanwoodpc.org. cus on how to use the many keys 789-4090, visit the library’s daily dialogue with America helped free family programs run the first and Stephen Henderson, will be pre- and functions of a computer key- website, wmlnj.org, and sign up shape the social and sexual land- Sunday of each month and are spon- WCC to Offer sented April 10 at 10:45 a.m. board, as well as using the key- for the monthly e-newsletter, “Li- scapes of the last half-century. sored by the Friends of the Fanwood Movies are shown in the Audio- board in place of the mouse. Use of brary Loop,” or stop by the library For decades, renowned advice col- Memorial Library. Beginning Spanish Visual Room on the second floor of the modifier, function, cursor and at 550 East Broad Street for a copy umnist Ann Landers answered count- WESTFIELD — The Westfield the Cranford Community Center, system command keys also will be of its award-winning, quarterly less letters from lovelorn teens, con- Rosary Altar Society Community Center (WCC), located located at 220 Walnut Avenue. covered. “This class is not just for newsletter, “Take Note.” fused couples and a multitude of at 558 West Broad Street, Westfield, Screenings are for Cranford resi- beginners,” said Ms. Camden. “It others in need of advice. No topic To Meet Next Week has announced its course in Begin- dents only. For more information, is for anyone who needs a refresher Backyard Composting was off-limits, including nude house- GARWOOD — The next monthly ning Spanish, which will take place call (908) 709-7283. on the keyboard.” keeping, the proper way to hang toi- meeting of St. Anne’s Rosary Altar April 3 through May 22. Each class PUBLIC NOTICE will be held from 7 to 8:15 p.m. and “Advanced Microsoft Word, Part To Be Program Topic let paper, sibling rivalries, addic- Society will be held on Thursday, BOROUGH OF FANWOOD I” will cover page layouts, illustra- CRANFORD — The Hanson Park tion, religion and wandering spouses. April 6, at 7 p.m. It will take place in the fee is $90. PLANNING BOARD The course teacher is a native tions and text features, quick parts, Conservancy and the Cranford En- Ms. Landers regaled her readers with the Bethlehem Room of St. Anne’s Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- autotext and additional auto fea- vironmental Commission will spon- Roman Catholic Church, located at Spanish speaker with 29 years teach- NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF tures. Prerequisites for the class sor a program celebrating Earth Kitchen Gardens to Be 325 Second Avenue, Garwood. ing experience at the former FANWOOD, after public hearing on Feb- are a working knowledge of Word, Week with guest speaker Virginia President Autumn Welsh will wel- Westfield Adult School. Registra- ruary 22, 2017 granted approval to T- tion is available online at Mobile Northeast LLC for a 24-month ex- keyboarding and Window skills. Lamb and her presentation, “Back- Discussed at Library come all members and call for commit- tension of their stay on a temporary cell Part II will take place on Wednes- yard Composting,” on Tuesday, WESTFIELD — The Westfield tee reports. Guest speaker Beth Balaban westfieldcommunitycenter.org, or tower located at 1 South Avenue, Fanwood, day, May 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. April 18, at 7:30 p.m. It will be held Memorial Library will present “How to will discuss Shabbat. Refreshments will by calling either of two numbers: being Block 55, Lot 1. at the Cranford Community Center, Grow a Kitchen Garden” this Saturday, (908) 232-4759 or (908) 400-6710. Documents pertaining to this application Ms. Camden, a frequent speaker be served during the meeting. are available for public inspection at Bor- at the library, gives computer classes located at 220 Walnut Avenue. April 1, at 1:30 p.m. Avid gardener Jennie Browne has arranged for a PUBLIC NOTICE ough Hall during normal business hours. and workshops on organizing, An environmental educator from Karen Camden will cover how to grow trip to the Tropicana in Atlantic City Gregory Meese, Esq. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Price Meese Shulman & D’Arminio PC repurposing, gardening and sewing. Rutgers Master Gardeners, Ms. herbs, vegetables and seasonings right on Sunday, April 30. Interested per- NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF Lamb will show easy ways to turn in one’s own kitchen. A question-and- 50 Tice Boulevard She is president of Camden Associ- sons are asked to contact her as soon ORDINANCE 17-05-R Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey 07677 ates, a consulting firm that provides organic waste into rich compost. answer session will follow the class. as possible at (908) 789-0778. AND PUBLIC HEARING For services in communications and She has more than 20 years of ex- A frequent speaker at the library, An ordinance was introduced by the T-Mobile Northeast LLC people skills, organizational assess- perience in backyard composting, Ms. Camden conducts computer Caregivers Meeting Mayor and Council of the Borough of ments and clutter control. waste reduction and organic gar- classes and workshops on organiz- Fanwood on March 21, 2017. Copies of Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- this ordinance can be obtained without NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Westfield Memorial Library dening. Ms. Lamb will demonstrate ing, repurposing, gardening and sew- Set Monday Evening cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood FANWOOD, after public hearing on Feb- hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Mon- composting of kitchen and garden ing. She is president of Camden As- WESTFIELD — A support group Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, ruary 22, 2017 granted approval to New materials, including what to com- sociates, a consulting firm specializ- for those caring for elderly or chroni- Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC for a 24- post and how to speed up the ing in communications and people of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. month extension of their stay on a tempo- AARP Chapter 4137 cally ill loved ones meets on the first This Ordinance amends Chapter 160 of rary cell tower located at 1 South Avenue, composting process. She also will skills, organizational assessments and non-holiday Monday of each month, the Borough Code regarding Solid Waste Fanwood, being Block 55, Lot 1. To Meet Monday discuss how to make compost tea clutter control. at 7:30 p.m., in the parish center of St. Collection Services: reducing the man- Documents pertaining to this application WESTFIELD AREA — AARP and how to use the finished prod- For more information on library Helen’s Roman Catholic Church on dated number of solid waste pickups from are available for public inspection at Bor- Westfield Area Chapter 4137 will uct, a gardener’s “black gold.” programs and services, call (908) 789- two to one per week. ough Hall during normal business hours. Lamberts Mill Road in Westfield. This ordinance is scheduled for public Judith Fairweather, Esq. meet on Monday, April 3, at 1 p.m., The program is free and open to the 4090, visit the library’s website, The next meeting of the group will hearing and adoption on April 17, 2017, at Pinilis Halpern LLP at the Scotch Hills Country Club, public. No registration is required, wmlnj.org, and sign up for the monthly be held on April 3. These are informa- 7:00 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North 160 Morris Street located at Jerusalem Road and but seating will be on a first-come, e-newsletter, “Library Loop,” or stop tion and sharing sessions. For more Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. Morristown, New Jersey 07960 Plainfield Avenue in Scotch Plains. first-served basis. To learn more, visit by the library at 550 East Broad Street Eleanor McGovern For information, call Marilyn Ryan at Borough Clerk New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC Dr. Adam Kaplan, podiatrist and hansonparkconservancy.com or for a copy of its award-winning, quar- (908) 232-1214. 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $21.42 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $32.64 board certified foot and ankle spe- mygreencranford.org or like Hanson terly newsletter, “Take Note.” cialist and surgeon, will be the guest Park Conservancy on Facebook. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE speaker. His talk will cover vari- PUBLIC NOTICE ous conditions and problems of the PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD 2017 MUNICIPAL BUDGET ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT feet and ankles, how people can TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD self-treat them, and when they need PLANNING BOARD TAKE NOTICE that on the 20th day of TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS to see a professional for appropri- SPECIAL MEETING March, 2017, the Zoning Board of the Township of Cranford, in the County of COUNTY OF UNION ate remedies. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plan- Union took the following actions: Additionally during this meet- ning Board (the “Board”) of the Township FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR ENDING ing, reservations and payment will of Cranford regularly scheduled meeting 1. Application #ZBA-16-013: Granted of April 19, 2017 has been cancelled and approval to Richard Barry, Applicant, to be accepted for the chapter’s year- a “Special Meeting” will be held on April permit demolition and re-construction of a DECEMBER 31, 2017 end luncheon that will be held on 20, 2017. non-conforming garage with the following Monday, June 5, at Triestina Res- PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plan- variances: less than the minimum required Revenue and Appropriation Summaries taurant in Cranford. The cost of ning Board (the “Board”) of the Township side and rear yard setbacks and less than $30 covers tax and gratuity. Fol- of Cranford will hold a “Special Meeting” the minimum required distance to the prin- SUMMARY OF REVENUES ANTICIPATED for public hearing on April 20, 2017, at 7:30 cipal structure on Block 268, Lot 12 as 2017 2016 lowing the program will be the p.m. in the Council Chambers, Room 107 designated on the Township Tax Map, 1. Surplus $3,400,000.00 $3,170,000.00 business meeting, ending with re- at the Township of Cranford Town Hall also known as 210 Maple Place, in the R- 2. Total Miscellaneous Revenues $4,814,065.54 $4,794,906.10 freshments and fellowship. building located at 8 Springfield Avenue, 3 Zone. 3. Receipts from Delinquent Taxes $900,000.00 $900,000.00 Cranford, New Jersey 07016, to review a 2. Application #ZBA-17-003: Granted preliminary investigation of the properties 4. Local Tax for Municipal Purposes $16,294,943.98 $15,972,125.07 PUBLIC NOTICE approval to Philip and Nicole Pawelko, located at 215 and 235 Birchwood Av- Total General Revenues $25,409,009.52 $24,837,031.17 Applicants, to permit construction of a dor- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS enue, Block 291, Lot 15.01 and Block 292, mer addition on the third floor of the struc- Lot 2 (the “Property”) and occupying a total PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN ture with the following variances: to ex- SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS 2017 2016 of approximately 15.87 acres in the Town- that the following Ordinances were passed ceed maximum number of stories permit- 1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages $9,739,405.00 $9,610,015.00 ship of Cranford, to make a recommenda- on first reading by the Township Council of ted on Block 174, Lot 26 as designated on tion that the Property should be desig- Other Expenses $9,532,081.52 $9,002,769.17 the Township of Scotch Plains, County of the Township Tax Map, also known as 8 nated by the Governing Body of the Town- 2. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations $2,159,223.00 $2,212,071.00 Union, New Jersey on the 21st of MARCH Greaves Place, in the R-3 Zone. ship of Cranford as a Non-Condemnation 3. Capital Improvements $5,000.00 $1,000.00 2017, and that said Ordinance will be con- Area in Need of Redevelopment pursuant 3. Application #ZBA-16-013: Denied 4. Debt Service $2,073,300.00 $2,161,176.00 sidered for final adoption at a meeting of to N.J.S.A. 40A:12A -5 and -6. Although approval to Yvonne Munoz, Applicant, to the said Township Council to be held in the 5. Reserve for Uncollected Taxes $1,900,000.00 $1,850,000.00 the Township previously reserved its rights permit construction of a two-family dwell- Council Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, on Total General Appropriations $25,409,009.52 $24,837,031.17 to exercise the power of eminent domain, ing with the following variances: less than the 18th day of April 2017 at 7:00 p.m., at the Township is now the owner of the the minimum required width and less than Total Number of Employees 169 167 which time and place a public hearing will Property and is considering designating the minimum required area for a two-fam- be held prior to final passage of said Ordi- 2017 DEDICATED SEWER UTILITY BUDGET the Property as a Non-Condemnation Area ily dwelling on Block 487, Lot 23 as desig- nance and all interested persons will be in the Need of Redevelopment. A determi- nated on the Township Tax Map, also given an opportunity to be heard concern- SUMMARY OF REVENUES ANTICIPATED nation to recommend that the Property be known as 32 Grove Street, in the R-5 Zone. ing the same. Copies of said Ordinance 2017 2016 designated as a Non-Condemnation Area can be obtained from the Township Clerk’s 4. Application #ZBA-16-020: Adopted 1. Surplus $608,335.00 $570,213.00 in Need of Redevelopment shall not autho- Office at any time prior to final adoption at a Resolution of Memorialization GRANT- 2. Miscellaneous Revenues $2,300,000.00 $2,433,413.00 rize the municipality to exercise the power no cost to any member of the general ING approval to Steven Piskadlo, Appli- of eminent domain to acquire Property in 3. Deficit (General Budget) $0.00 $0.00 public who requests same. cant, to construct a rear yard patio that will the delineated area. Total Revenues $2,908,335.00 $3,003,626.00 exceed the maximum allowable impervi- ORDINANCE 2017-5 Interested parties or those that may be ous surface on Block 244, Lot 19 as desig- SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS 2017 2016 affected by designation of the Property as ORDINANCE TO EXCEED nated on the Township Tax Map, also 1. Operating Expenses: Salaries & Wages $330,000.00 $320,000.00 a Non-Condemnation Area in Need of THE MUNICIPAL BUDGET known as 443 Manor Avenue, in the R-3 Redevelopment may appear, either in per- Other Expenses $2,503,335.00 $2,609,326.00 COST OF LIVING ALLOW- Zone. son or by attorney and present comments, 2. Capital Improvements $50,000.00 $50,000.00 ANCE AND TO ESTABLISH A evidence or questions that they may have 5. Application #ZBA-16-022: Adopted 3. Debt Service $0.00 $0.00 CAP BANK WHEN THE COLA regarding the preliminary investigation to a Resolution of Memorialization GRANT- 4. Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations $25,000.00 $24,300.00 IS EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN determine whether to the Property should ING approval to Rosalie Serna, Applicant, 2.50 PERCENT (N.J.S.A. 5. Surplus (General Budget) $0.00 $0.00 be designated by the Governing Body of to construct a rear yard deck with less than 40A:4-45.14) Total Appropriations $2,908,335.00 $3,003,626.00 the Township of Cranford as a Non-Con- the minimum required distance to the prop- Total Number of Employees 4 4 ORDINANCE 2017-6 demnation Area in Need of Redevelop- erty line on Block 143, Lot 17 as desig- ment. The hearing may be continued with- nated on the Township Tax Map, also BALANCE OF OUTSTANDING DEBT AS OF 12/31/2016 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND out further notice on such additional or known as 511 Gallows Hill Road, in the R- ARTICLES 5-1 (DEFINITIONS) BONDS other dates as the Board may determine. 3 Zone. AND 5-3 (KENNELS, PET Interest $907,600.11 The preliminary investigation, including a SHOPS, SHELTER OR 6. Application #ZBA-16-024: Adopted Principal $7,985,000.00 map of the Property and statement setting POUNDS) IN CHAPTER V a Resolution of Memorialization GRANT- Outstanding Balance $8,892,600.11 forth the basis for the investigation and (ANIMALS) OF THE REVISED ING approval to William and Nora Babos, other supporting materials will be avail- GENERAL ORDINANCES OF Applicants, to construct a front covered Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the Township Council of the able for public inspection during municipal THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH porch that will exceed the maximum total Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, on March 21, 2017. business hours at the office of the Munici- PLAINS TO DEFINE CERTAIN allowable area on Block 238, Lot 23 as A hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the Municipal Building on April 18, 2017 at 7:00 pal Clerk and the Zoning and Planning TERMS AND TO PROHIBIT designated on the Township Tax Map, o’clock P.M., at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for the year 2017 may Office, both of which are located in the THE SALE OF DOGS OR also known as 127 Oak Lane, in the R-4 Cranford Township Town Hall, 8 Spring- be presented by the taxpayers or other interested persons. CATS FROM “PUPPY MILLS”. Zone. field Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey 07016. Copies of the budget are available in the office of Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk, at the Municipal BOZENA LACINA, RMC Anne Steinbach Jeffrey Pistol Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, 07076, (908) 322-6700, during the hours of 8:30 A.M. Municipal Clerk Secretary, Cranford Planning Board Board Secretary to 4:00 P.M. 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $40.29 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $55.59 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $56.61 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $172.89 Page 8 Thursday, March 30, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Rosemary C. Bauer, 92, Honored Valerie Kania, Lived in Westfield; Teacher and Prominent Volunteer – Obituaries – Wife of Local Contractor Rosemary Christine Larson Bauer, ternational contacts during their 60- Kalliroe ‘Ero’ Savorgiannakis, 89, Valerie Kania (née Jargiello) has who worked hard with her husband a resident of Westfield, N.J., since year marriage. She was a prominent gone to well-deserved rest after a and son’s mason contractor com- 1954, died on Thursday, March 23, and active volunteer in the Westfield Devoted to Her Family and Church long illness. pany. She began her ca- 2017, at the age of 92. community, especially Beloved wife of the reer at the RCA plant in Born in Gary, Ind., in the Westfield Service Kalliroe “Ero” Savorgiannakis, was always concerned about the well- late Joseph Kania, she Avenel and later made to Swedish immigrants League, Westfield Mu- of Westfield, passed away on her being of her loved ones. She is sur- was the dear mother of many long-distance on February 10, 1925, sical Club, Garden Club, 89th birthday, March 21, 2017, at vived by her three children, daugh- Karen Chaplin and Jo- friends working in tele- she was an alumna of Advance Club and St. Overlook Medical Center in Sum- ter Effie Kambourakis and her hus- seph Kania II, cherished communications. Rockford College and Paul’s Episcopal mit, N.J., after a brief illness. band, Mike, of Montville, N.J., son grandmother of Julian Valerie will be in- the University of Church. Born in St. Nicholas, Michael Savorgiannakis Chaplin and Joseph III, terred with her husband Michigan, Ann Arbor, She is survived by Sparta, Greece, to the and his wife, Marianne, Kyle, Jake and Koury at Saint Gertrude Cem- where she received a her children, Carla late Vasilios and of Westfield, and daugh- Kania, and devoted sis- etery in Colonia, N.J. Bachelor’s degree in (and her husband, Pe- Androniki Vosinakis, ter Doniki Ibrahim and ter of Mary Spivak. Services will be held in Education in 1947. She ter), Jeff and Ralph, Ero was the beloved her husband, Robert, of Born in Scranton, New Jersey at a later taught almost 30 years and three grandchil- wife of the late John Whitehouse Station, N.J.; Pa., she lived most of date. Kind remem- at the Wardlaw- dren, Carl, Glenn and Savorgiannakis, who seven grandchildren, her life in Westfield, brances and prayers Hartridge School in Emily. Her brother, was a native of Crete. Elias, Christopher, N.J., before moving to Valerie Kania will be appreciated by Edison, N.J., until her Rosemary Bauer Larry Larson, resides They were married in Jonathan, Karlie Rose, Palm Beach, Fla. her family. retirement. in Crown Point, Ind. 1955 and lived in Ath- Nicholas, Kassandra and Valerie was a strong and vital spirit, March 30, 2017 Rosemary was awarded the most A memorial service will be held at ens for many years with Thomas, and her brother, valuable teacher award by the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Satur- their three children. Ero George Vosinakis, and his Clayton S. Pierce, 81, of Fanwood; Wardlaw-Hartridge Alumni Associa- day, April 1, 2017, at 11 a.m. In lieu of was a seamstress and wife, Koula, of Old tion, the only elementary school flowers, memorial contributions may taught her craft to local Bridge, N.J. Besides her Executive Search Consultant teacher to have received this honor. be made to the Westfield Musical students. Kalliroe Savorgiannakis late husband, John, Ero With her late husband, Ralph Glenn Club or St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. She and her husband was preceded in death by Clayton S. Pierce, 81, of Fanwood, business to New Jersey. Clay loved Bauer, a maritime lawyer, she trav- March 30, 2017 and children emigrated to America, her brother, Alex; a sister, Ismini, N.J., died at Overlook Medical Cen- listening to classical music, watch- eled extensively and made many in- arriving in Brooklyn, N.Y., on No- and another brother, Peter. ter in Summit on Tuesday, March 21, ing sporting events and in his col- vember 21, 1966. The following year Her Life Celebration was held on 2017. lege years playing soccer. the family moved to Garwood, N.J., Thursday, March 23, at Gray Fu- Mr. Pierce was born on May 28, He is survived by his wife of 23 where her husband, John, was a li- neral Directors, 318 East Broad 1935 in Barrington, N.J., to Clayton years, Evelyn Pierce. He was pre- Service League Thrift Shop thographer with Creative Color Li- Street, Westfield, N.J., where the and Hildred (Jarvis) Pierce. He grew ceded in death by his parents, thographers for many years. Ero and Trisaigon prayer service began at 8 up in Haddonfield, N.J., and was a Clayton and Hildred. her family have been longtime mem- p.m. Thursday. Ero’s funeral ser- graduate of Eastern College. Donations may be sent to the Slates Wedding Gown Sale bers of the Holy Trinity Greek Or- vice was held on Friday, March 24, Mr. Pierce was an Executive American Heart Association. thodox Church in Westfield. She was 2017, at the Holy Trinity Greek Search Consultant in New York City March 30, 2017 SCOTCH PLAINS — The The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Ser- active with the Ladies Philoptochos Orthodox Church in Westfield. In- for many years before moving his Fanwood-Scotch Plains Thrift Shop, vice League is an all-volunteer, non- and was a member of the church terment followed at Fairview Cem- located at 1741 East 2nd Street, profit organization that has served choir for more than 30 years. etery in Westfield. The repast took Scotch Plains, will mark the com- local communities since 1974. Since Aside from her love of sewing, place at The Westwood in Garwood. ing wedding season with a special its founding, the League has do- Ero enjoyed traveling with her hus- Memorial contributions may be $10 Bridal Gown Sale of gently- nated more than $1.2 million for band, especially to the family’s sum- made in her memory to a Greek Wednesday Morning Club worn gowns on Tuesday, April 4. local causes. mer home in Crete. She also loved to Orthodox Church of one’s choice. Shoppers may have seen these Anyone interested in learning cook for her family, and to dance. March 30, 2017 gowns in the June windows. Many more about the League or member- Ero was devoted to her family, and Reveals April Activities of the gowns, with veils and remov- ship is invited to call (908) 322- CRANFORD — The Wednesday The following Tuesday, April 18, able trains, have been properly 5420, visit Morning Club has announced its cal- the American Arts and Crafts Depart- cleaned and stored. Mother-of-the- scotchplainsthriftshop.weebly.com endar of events for the month of April. ment will hold its planning meeting. bride and formal wear also will be or speak to any volunteers at the Theater Project to Present The club’s business meeting on Details will be announced. available. shop. Interested persons also are Wednesday, April 5, will feature a The club’s spring luncheon will take Shoppers are advised that styles invited to check out the League’s presentation by members Janet Crowe place Wednesday, April 19, at 1 p.m., and sizes are very limited. Local Facebook page, “Fanwood-Scotch Play Reading In Cranford and Jane Reilly about crocheting and at Giovanna’s Restaurant, located at theater groups and school drama Plains Service League,” and give knitting. Participants will learn about 1462 South Avenue, Plainfield. Janet departments also are invited to come the organization a “Like.” CRANFORD — The Theater Project, headquartered at the the history of these crafts, the tools and Crowe will present poetry by Jack and check out the shop’s inventory Thrift shop hours are Tuesday, Project will present a reading of Burgdorff Cultural Center in materials used to create articles, and Prelutsky found in his book, “The New and possibly find items for upcom- Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Embedded, a one-act play by Mary Maplewood, is a professional the- how volunteers bring their handmade Kid On The Block.” She will talk ing productions. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and Saturday, Jane Walsh, on Saturday, April 22, ater group and the winner of two articles to many people and pets in about the special appeal Mr. Prelutsky’s The thrift shop is fully stocked 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gently-used dona- at 2 p.m. It will take place at the New Jersey Tony Awards. need. Volunteers donate their time, poetry has for children and how she for Spring, with Easter outfits and tions are always welcome during Cranford Community Center, lo- Following the reading, the audi- talents and materials to crochet and to has brought it to her work with young- bonnets, work and leisure clothing business hours. Free parking is cated at 220 Walnut Avenue. ence will have the opportunity to knit blankets, shawls, hats, sweaters sters. Members planning to attend for men, women and children avail- available on the street and in the Embedded has seven characters discuss the play with Ms. Walsh. and pet beds. These articles are then should contact Jane Reilly. able. Additionally, the shop’s Spring rear of the building. Visitors may and is set in a common war zone — Admission is free and all are wel- donated to places as varied as Over- On Monday, April 24, the Litera- home décor section is ready with enter the parking lot via Willow a home. The enemy is the univer- come. The Friends of the Cranford look Medical Center, the Seamen’s ture Department will hold its plan- fresh decorating ideas. Avenue. sal, raging alcoholic father. The Public Library will sponsor this Christmas at Sea organization, ning meeting at 12:30 p.m. at the children are the feisty foot soldiers program. Raphael’s Life House, Wrapped in home of Joan Carson. Attendees are who face reality and meet the en- Love, animal shelters and other local asked to bring a sandwich. Woman’s Club Welcomes emy head on. The mother uses her Garwood Library charities. The meeting will begin at 10 For more information about the children as shields to protect her- a.m. at the Cranford Community Cen- club, call Membership Chairperson self. Is it abuse to put them in the Schedules Events ter, located at 220 Walnut Avenue, Sue Driscoll at (908) 232-6725. New Member at Meeting line of fire? GARWOOD — The Garwood Cranford. Everyone is welcome. The club’s Public Affairs Depart- WESTFIELD — The Woman’s through May, at 12:30 p.m., at the A playwright and actor, Ms. Walsh Public Library, located at 411 Third Hadassah to Hear Talk wrote and performed her one- Avenue, will offer two new pro- ment will take a tour of the Westfield Club of Westfield gathered at a Masonic Lodge, located at 1011 woman play, Finishing It Off!, which grams next month. Rescue Squad headquarters on Tues- On Sephardic Jews general club meeting held March Central Avenue, Westfield. day, April 11. Participants will meet 13 at the Masonic Lodge in premiered in Richmond, Va. It was “Keep This and Toss That” will WESTFIELD — All are welcome translated into Spanish as a two- be held on Wednesday, April 12, at at the squad building, located at 335 Westfield, where the members to attend the last Westfield Chap- person play entitled Luces in Espejo 7 p.m. Organizing humorist Jamie Watterson Street, Westfield, at 1 p.m. ter of Hadassah meeting for the warmly welcomed new member The phone number is (908) 233-2501. Nancy Muserlian of Westfield. for its international premiere in Novak will show attendees how to year on Monday, April 3, at noon. Montevideo, Uruguay. The play also unclutter their life and save time, Following the tour the group will Attendees enjoyed a program en- It will be held in Greifer Sacks was performed in Spanish at the money and maybe their sanity. proceed to the home of club member Hall at Temple Emanu-El, located titled “Rosie The Riveter and Her Dot Conheeney to participate in a Sisters — The Women of World International Festival of Hispanic The following Wednesday, April at 756 East Broad Street, Westfield. Theater in Washington, D.C. 19, at 7 p.m., Garwood resident meeting to plan next year’s activities. Guest speaker Nathan Reiss from War II,” presented in period dress Jersey Voices at the Chatham Linda McFarlane Knierim will dis- by Trish Chambers. the Jewish Historical Society of The Woman’s Club of Westfield Playhouse twice produced her 10- cuss her new book, “A Summer Choral Soc. Plans Central New Jersey will recount minute play, Ping, which she pro- Cottage Through the Eyes of a the “History of the Sephardic Jews was founded in 1895 as a volunteer duced and performed at the Short Child.” Ms. Knierim will reminisce organization and has continued ‘Baroque Festival’ of Central New Jersey.” through the years to be involved in Play Lab, Times Square Arts Center about spending her youth at Rough AREA — The Crescent Choral So- The first Jews in America were of in New York City. The La Strada Point mansion, the summer home ciety, accompanied by a professional Spanish origin and came with Co- supporting local activities with the Ensemble Theater in Asbury Park of tobacco heiress Doris Duke, in members working for those in need orchestra, will perform “A Baroque lumbus in 1492. In the early days of while forming lasting friendships also produced Ping. The Theater Newport, R.I. Registration is re- Festival,” including Bach’s Missa the United States, most of America’s Project produced her plays My quired for both of these programs. Brevis in G major, among other works, Jews were of Sephardic origin. The at the same time. Sister’s Back is Killing Me, A Can The library continues to offer Those interested are encouraged on Saturday, April 22, at 7 p.m. Jewish population of New Jersey to attend a meeting held the second of Worms and Gone to the Gulag at regular programming including The concert will take place at the reflected this general pattern. the Burgdorff Center in Maplewood. book clubs, Adult Craft Night, Kids Monday of the month, September Crescent Avenue Presbyterian Mr. Reiss will discuss their origin Nancy Muserlian Ms. Walsh is a member of the Crafts, Lego Club, Story Time, Church, located at 716 Watchung and show photos and documents that Dramatists Guild of America and Movie Time and Knitting Clubs. Avenue, Plainfield. Tickets range trace their experience in this country. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE the Theater Project. The Theater For more details, call the library at from $5 to $20. For more informa- Attendees are asked to bring their SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17000629 (908) 789-1670 or visit SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17000698 tion, call (908) 756-2468 or visit lunch and will have an opportunity CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S SALE youseemore.com/garwood. crescentconcerts.org. to enjoy desserts, including ice UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION DOCKET NO. F-051492-14 UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17000812 cream and accompaniments, as well Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA N.A. DOCKET NO. F-013588-16 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE VS. Plaintiff: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL CHANCERY DIVISION as coffee and tea. For more infor- Defendant: MARIA ROSARIO; MONTCLAIR TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17000817 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17000827 mation, call (908) 654-5508. SURGICAL ASSOCIATES; AGL MARKETING POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DOCKET NO. F-022697-15 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY INC. D/B/A EXQUISITE HOME PRODUCTS; RELATING TO IMPAC SECURED ASSETS Plaintiff: PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC CHANCERY DIVISION CHANCERY DIVISION BAYONNE HOSPITAL; SYCAMORE FINAN- CORP. MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CER- VS. UNION COUNTY UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S SALE CIAL SERVICES; KEVIN WOODSON, MD; TIFICATES, SERIES 20072 Defendant: TIMOTHY L. RIVERS, PAMELA DOCKET NO. F-25070-14 DOCKET NO. F-014619-15 WORLDWIDE ASSET LLC; SLOMINS INC.; VS. D. RIVERS AKA PAMELA D. WILLIAMS, STATE Plaintiff: THE BANK OF NEW YORK, MELLON Plaintiff: BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17000690 RUTGERS THE STATE UNIVERSITY; STATE Defendant: WILLIAM LEPINSKY; GARRY P. OF NEW JERSEY FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE VS. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY OF NEW JERSEY LEPINSKY; CAROL LEPINSKY; AMERICAN Sale Date: 04/19/2017 FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWALT, Defendant: DAVID R VALIAN; MICHELE CHANCERY DIVISION Sale Date: 04/05/2017 TRADING CO; AND NEW CENTURY FINAN- Writ of Execution: 12/19/2016 INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-J13, VALIAN; AND MIDLAND FUNDING LLC C/O UNION COUNTY Writ of Execution: 09/20/2016 CIAL SERVICES By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFI- CORPORATION SERVICE COMPANY R/A DOCKET NO. F-8559-16 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Sale Date: 04/05/2017 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public CATES, SERIES 2005-J13 Sale Date: 04/26/2017 Plaintiff: BCB COMMUNITY BANK to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Writ of Execution: 12/20/2016 vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- VS. Writ of Execution: 01/11/2017 VS. vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- Defendant: DORIS DECHESER By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Defendant: BRIAN J. MERKEL AND DIANE ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock Sale Date: 04/19/2017 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public M. MERKEL, H/W, STACEY FRIEDMAN AND beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Writ of Execution: 01/06/2017 vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- MR. AND MRS. SONA in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- Sale Date: 04/05/2017 ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock Writ of Execution: 12/16/2016 or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash Seventy-Three Thousand Five Hundred Twenty- ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Seventy-Six Thousand Five Hundred Seventy- or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Five and 84/100*** $273,525.84. beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- Seven and 98/100*** $376,577.98. The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred MUNICIPALITY: Township of Scotch Plains. in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- MUNICIPALITY: Township of Scotch Plains. Forty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Twelve and COUNTY; UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash Seventy-Nine Thousand Eighty-Nine and 32/ beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock COUNTY AND STATE: County of Union, State 38/100*** $342,312.38. STREET & STREET NO: 352 Myrtle Avenue. or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. 100*** $579,089.32. in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- of New Jersey. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 902; LOT: 15 The judgment amount is: ***Nine Hundred PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 527 Hunter Fanwood, County of Union, State of New Jersey. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100.00 feet x 50.00 Sixty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Sixty-Two Fanwood, County of Union, State of New Jersey. or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Avenue. PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 65 feet. and 41/100*** $965,762.41. PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 143 The judgment amount is: ***One Hundred TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: Lot: 29; Locust Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 260.54 feet from The property to be sold is located in the TOWN Westfield Road, Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. Nineteen Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Five Block: 404. TAX LOT #35, BLOCK # 66. intersection of Front Street. of WESTFIELD, County of UNION andState of TAX LOT # 49, BLOCK #47. and 53/100*** $119,995.53. DIMENSIONS: 31 x 126 NEAREST CROSS STREET: South Avenue. SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): All unpaid New Jersey. NEAREST CROSS STREET: Woodland Ter- Premises to be foreclosed are commonly NEAREST CROSS STREET: Second Street APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 8,419 Square municipal taxes, assessments and liens; Any set Commonly known as: 226 EDGEWOOD AV- race. known as: 2 Sailer Street, Township of Cranford, Beginning at a point on the northeasterly side- Feet. of facts which an accurate survey would dis- ENUE, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 85 X 200. County of Union, State of New Jersey. line of Hunter Avenue distant 330.21 feet south- Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Fifty-Two Thou- close; Any restrictions or covenants on record Tax Lot No. 30 in Block No. 808. Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Said premises are also known as: Block 304, easterly along the same from its intersection with sand Six Hundred Thirty and 64/100*** which run with the land; Rights of the United Dimension of Lot Approximately: 50 x 246. Thousand Seven Hundred Five and 90/100*** Lot 16.01. the southeasterly sideline of East Second Street. $352,630.64 together with lawful interest and States of America, if any; Any Condominium lien Nearest Cross Street: CLARK STREET. $597,705.90 together with lawful interest and Approximate dimensions of premises: 101.31 Pursuant to a tax search of 01/04/2017; 2017 costs. priority, if any; Any outstanding PUD or BEGINNING at a point on the Northwesterly costs. feet X 250 feet x 50 feet x 100 feet x 51.27 feet x QTR I Taxes: $1,440.17 Open, due date 02/01/ The sale is subject to any unpaid taxes and Homeowner’s Associations dues or fees, if any; sideline of Edgewood Avenue distant 300.00 The sale is subject to any unpaid taxes and 150 feet. 2017; 2017 QTR 2 Taxes: $1,440.16 Open, due assessments, tax, water, and sewer liens and Any occupants or persons in possession of the feet Southwesterly along said line of Edgewood assessments, tax, water, and sewer liens and Located approximately 150 from the intersec- date 05/01/2017; Sewer Account # 07/01/2016 - other municipal assessments. The amount due property, if any; Additional municipal charges, Avenue from its intersection with the Southwest- other municipal assessments. The amount due tion of Adams Street and Sailer Street. 12/31/2016 $140.07 Open plus penalty; $140.06 can be obtained from the local taxing authority. liens, taxes or tax sale certificates and insur- erly sideline of Clark Street, said beginning point can be obtained from the local taxing authority. A more complete legal description of said Open plus penalty, owed in arrears, sewer All interested parties are to conduct and rely ance, if any. being also the Easterly corner of Lot 16 as shown All interested parties are to conduct and rely premises can be found in Deed Book 4106, Page charges are based on prior water consumption. upon their own independent investigation to as- SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP TAXES-QTR1 on above-referenced Filed Map and running; upon their own independent investigation to as- 60 and Deed Book 5140 page 40. (This concise description does not constitute a certain whether or not any outstanding interests 2017 holds a claim for taxes due and/or other thence certain whether or not any outstanding interests Sale is subject to outstanding sewer lien of legal description.) remain of record and/or have priority over the lien municipal utilities such as water and/or sewer in PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES remain of record and/or have priority over the lien $8.30 as of December 31, 2016. Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Ninety-Three being foreclosed and, if so, the current amount the amount of $1,857.26 as of 12/21/2016. TOTAL AS OF January 19, 2017: $.00 being foreclosed and, if so, the current amount The real estate taxes are current as of Decem- Thousand Three Hundred Fifty-Eight and 43/ due thereon. **If the sale is set aside for any Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Eighty-Four Total Upset: ***One Million Nine Thousand due thereon. **If the sale is set aside for any ber 31, 2016. 100*** $393,358.43 together with lawful interest reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall only be Thousand Two Hundred Eighty-Four and 99/ Eight Hundred Seventy-Five and 21/100*** reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall only be Total Upset: ***One Hundred Twenty-One and costs. entitled to a return of the deposit paid. The 100*** $284,284.99 together with lawful interest $1,009,875.21 together with lawful interest and entitled to a return of the deposit paid. The Thousand Nine Hundred Nine and 12/100*** Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Purchaser shall have no further recourse against and costs. costs. Purchaser shall have no further recourse against $121,909.12 together with lawful interest and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.** Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.** costs. expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- money will be deposited into the Superior Court tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, and extent of that person’s claim and asking for or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to an order directing payment of the surplus money. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for will have information regarding the surplus, if an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. any. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale There is a full legal description on file in the will have information regarding the surplus, if any. any. will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if Union County Sheriff’s Office. any. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the any. any. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the sale for any length of time without further adver- Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. tisement. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Joseph Cryan sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- Sheriff tisement. Joseph Cryan Joseph Cryan tisement. tisement. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 30, 2017 Page 9 Academic Enrichment Resources Seminar Tonight

WESTFIELD – Families with and Talented Program, Lumos De- children in grades K through 12 are bate, Institute for Educational Ad- invited to attend the annual Aca- vancement Westfield Odyssey of the demic Enrichment Resources Semi- Mind, and Westfield Debate will be nar, a free event organized by the available to provide information and Westfield PTC Gifted Ed Commit- materials about their programs from tee to provide a wide range of infor- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the hallway mation and enrichment opportuni- outside the Edison auditorium. ties to the community about a vari- This event is sponsored by the ety of programs designed for chil- Westfield PTC Gifted Ed Commit- dren of different ages and interests. tee and is open to parents, teachers Admission criteria for these pro- and students. The mission of the grams varies. The event will be held PTC Gifted Ed Committee is to today, Thursday, March 30 from promote and support the intellec- 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Edison tual curiosity of all students in the NEVER FORGET, NEVER AGAIN...Holocaust survivors Fred Heyman and Intermediate School located at 800 Westfield school district. The com- Ruth Ravina shared their stories of struggle and perseverance with fifth grade Rahway Avenue in Westfield. Ad- mittee also provides support to the students at Tamaques Elementary School. During their presentation, Fred and PET PROJECT...This year the kindergarten students at Brunner School started mission to Westfield’s Gifted Pro- students and families that are ad- Ruth emphasized the importance of being an "upstander" instead of a bystander a new community project for the animals at the local shelter. The kindergarteners gram is not a prerequisite to attend mitted to and participate in when witnessing an injustice. Pictured with Fred and Ruth is Mrs. Truselo's fifth learned that recycling not only helps the environment but also can be very this event. Westfield’s Gifted Education Pro- grade class. beneficial to all of our furry friends. The children were asked to donate used items The keynote speaker this year is from their homes that would help an animal in a shelter. The children were very gram. enthusiastic about the program and donated many items such as newspapers, Melissa Stryker, an experienced For more information please con- plastic bags, food, old pet beds, towels, blankets, etc. All items will be donated to leader and professional in the area tact Reva Narasimhan at Westfield Teachers Sharpen the local humane Society in Plainfield. of public speaking. In addition, she [email protected]. was the mentor of the Union County 4H STEM club for seven years. She Skills at Workshops Dean’s Awards Announced is passionate about teaching young Reading is Good For You people the advantages of public WESTFIELD – Teachers through- Pineiro, Assistant Superintendent of speaking and leadership skills. She out the Westfield Public Schools Curriculum, Instruction and Program, for Colgate Univeristy will begin her seminar at 7:30 p.m. shared best practices in a variety of noted that a full day of professional Simultaneously, Lumos Debate will workshops held on February 17 at the development helps improve instruc- HAMILTON, N.Y. – Students who point average of 3.3 or higher while hold a debate skills workshop for district’s In Service Day. While stu- tion for students at all grades. Teach- receive a term grade point average of completing at least 3 courses for a students in grades five and up. dents enjoyed a longer President’s ers were asked to complete surveys 3.6 or higher while completing at conventional letter grade during the Representatives from HEROES, weekend, teachers gathered in class- after each session to provide feed- least 3 course credits during the fall fall semester earn the Dean's Award Rutgers Summer Scholars Program, rooms engaged in professional de- back for future workshops. 2016 semester earn the Dean's Award for academic excellence. Among New Jersey Association for Gifted velopment activities. Erica Wright and with Distinction. Among those stu- those students are: Children, Johns Hopkins CTY, goleader.com/subscribe Sandy Ford were among the group of dents are: Courtney Casale, a graduate of Montclair State University Gifted Mathematics teachers who reviewed Alexandru Ionescu, a graduate of Westfield High School, of Westfield, several options for new texts for the When You Westfield High School, of Westfield, is a member of the Colgate Class of Pre-calculus Advanced/Honors is a member of the Colgate Class of 2020. courses. The High School Science Want Results– 2019. Austin Hatch, a graduate of Westfield staff, seated at desks, learned new Kaitlin Abrams, a graduate of High School, of Westfield, is a member safety and chemical handling/man- Use Westfield High School, of Westfield, of the Colgate Class of 2018. agement to ensure that Westfield class- is a member of the Colgate Class of Lucy Allen, a graduate of Cranford rooms are safe places for students as Leader/TIMES 2018. High School, of Cranford, is a mem- they perform their laboratory investi- Students who receive a term grade ber of the Colgate Class of 2018. gations. The full day schedule, com- Classified Ads prising morning and afternoon ses- sions, also included workshops on Kalaigian Earns President’s resiliency, technology, new curricu- lum standards, special education train- Inexpensive ing, enrichment, student health, Volunteer Service Award PARCC testing, and more. Paul SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch riences beginning with younger stu- APRIL 2017 Plains-Fanwood High School Princi- dents at school and church and the EVENTS AT THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY pal, David Heisey, has received noti- creation of the Sunshine Theatre Com- 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org fication that senior Kathryn Kalaigian pany group for senior citizens. Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm has received the President’s “The recipients of these Friday & Saturday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Sundays Hours 1:00 - 5:00 pm Volunteer Service Award. awards demonstrate that CLOSED APRIL 14 FOR GOOD FRIDAY AND APRIL 16 FOR EASTER This award recognizes Ameri- young people across Friends of the Library Massive Book Sale! Check www.wmlnj.org for all dates cans of all ages who have America are making re- volunteered significant markable contributions to Programs for Adults amounts of their time to serve the health and vitality of FULFILLING WISHES...The Student Council of Roosevelt Intermediate School their communities and their their communities,” said in Westfield went on a shopping spree on February 28 to purchase children’s toys 4/1 1:30 pm How to Grow a Kitchen Garden and baby items for the Children Specialized Hospital in Mountainside. The country. This recognition was John Strangfeld, chairman Student Council, which includes sixth, seventh and eighth graders, raised $1,000 granted by The Prudential and CEO of Prudential Fi- during a fall fundraiser to fill the wish list created by the hospital’s long term care 4/5 7:00 pm Weiss Family Jazz Series with Joe Wagner Quartet Spirit of Community Awards nancial. “By recognizing unit. On March 3, all of the purchased items, including a gift card, were delivered program on behalf of the Kathryn Kalaigian these students and placing by students. 4/6 10 am - 12 pm Computer Class: Keyboarding President’s Council on Ser- a spotlight on their volun- vice and Civic Participation. teer activities, we hope to motivate 4/6 1-4 pm Computer Class: Advanced Word Part I Kathryn has had an impressive others to consider how they can also The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski range of service and leadership expe- contribute to their community.” Presents 4/7 1:30 pm TGIF! Ernest Hemingway (video) Local Food Marketing Major 4/10 2 & 6:30 pm Foreign Film: Love and Friendship in English 93 min. 4/11 10 am - 12 pm Color Your World: Coloring for Adults (materials supplied) Wins First Place in Nat. Comp. 4/12 6:30 pm A Streetcar Named Desire-Hudson Shakespeare Co. PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN (Check website for sign up, eligibility info) PHILADELPHIA, P.A. – A team Academy of Food Marketing. of five Saint Joseph’s University "This case competition, while food 4/4, 11, 18, 25 10:30 am 2’s on Thursday Storytime (w/parent/caregiver) (SJU) food marketing students won marketing specific, incorporates all the top prize of $4,000 in the 2017 of the students' business training thus 4/4, 11, 18, 25 1:00 pm Afternoon Fun for 4’s and 5’s Storytime National Grocers Association (NGA) far to develop an elevated project," Student Case Study Competition. This said Ms. Williamson. "And to their 4/4 6:30 pm Evening LEGO Club (grades 1-5 only) is the second year in a row that stu- benefit, the students receive focused dents from Saint Joseph's have won training and mentorship from the food 4/6, 13, 20, 27 10:30 am 3’s on Thursday Storytime (w/parent/caregiver) this national contest. This year, the marketing faculty that is far beyond 4/7 10:00 am Playgroup for Babies (0-23 months, w/parent/caregiver) NGA Show took place in Las Vegas, the classroom experience." N.V. from February 12 to 15. This guidance helped the team to Kristin N. Badalamenti, Esq., Jennifer L. Young, Esq., 4/7 3:45 pm Chess Club for Kids-No age requirement but players Among those on the team was local decide to reach the younger target Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair) and Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq. student, Christopher Lazzarotti of audience by focusing on the local must know how to move the pieces Westfield, New Jersey. authenticity of Harp's Food Stores. 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates 4/22 10:00 am Paws to Read-New readers read to our library dogs Each year, the Student Case Study Thirteen other teams competed in Competition challenges students from the competition. Once the scores were All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce including all over the country to solve an actual tallied, there was a tie for first place- custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of assets, alimony, child issue facing the food industry. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN return a host of experienced varsity top seed for the UCT. But after de- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times players, which also includes 12 se- feating the Cougars, 8-5, in the semis, Coming ever so close but falling niors. the Raiders lost a 3-2 squeaker to the short to Governor Livingston in a Beginning with an 11-1, five-in- Highlanders in the UCT champion- nine-inning classic for the Union ning triumph over Westfield in their ship game. The Raiders’ quest for a County Tournament (UCT) title has season opener last year, the Raiders sectional title also fell short at the bats made this year’s Scotch Plains- immediately reeled off major victo- of a very strong Millburn squad. Fanwood High School baseball team ries over Cranford (7-0) and Gover- “We talked about it yesterday. They even more determined. The Raiders nor Livingston (17-7) to receive the CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times TAKING THE LEAD...The Blue Devil boys take the lead in the 800 meters during a scrimmage with South Brunswick and Elizabeth at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on March 25. CAPTAINS — SINGH, TRIARSI, McLAUGHLIN, O’BRIEN Blue Devil Boys Look Strong In Throws, Distance in Track By DAVID B. CORBIN 4x1,600, 4x400 and javelin) to de- us with an all new 4x1 relay but our Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times throne Union Catholic for the Union sprint crew is doing really well. We Several areas need to be sorted out County Relays (UCR) crown last year. had a great indoor season so they are this track and field season but a few “We graduated a bunch of our looking to come through,” Blue Devil sure bets should be the Westfield Blue sprinters. Three of the four in our Head Coach Chris Tafelski said. Devil boys’ strength in the field events 4x100 graduated and Ishmael Glasco Junior Rob Brown, senior co-cap- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and in the distance events. Several unfortunately won’t be running with tain Cameron McLaughlin (also BLAZING SPEED...Raider senior Jake Canavan uses his blazing speed to beat out an infield single during a scrimmage game areas must be improved from a team us. He got an ankle injury in football hurdles) and senior Dan Audino (pos with Middletown North at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School on March 25. that won four events on Day 2 (4x200, and had an operation on it. That leaves CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times in 29 innings had a 3.86 ERA and a 5- Presently junior Pat Connolly is the Controlled pitching seems to be the 3 record with 18 strikeouts and 13 candidate to replace Joe Norton, who number one priority for Cranford High walks and Abrahamsen, who was in- had graduated, for the catching posi- School baseball Head Coach Dennis jured towards the end of the season, tion. Last year Connolly batted .333 McCaffery this season. With four very finished with a 4.35 ERA and an 0-2 with five hits, including a double, talented returning starters and several record in 27.1 innings and recorded three runs scored and two RBI. additional candidates in the mix for 13 strikeouts and 10 walks. “Pat Connolly has been with us for mound duty, the Cougars appear to Graceffo stepped up and finished two years. He’s dedicated to the pro- have a head start in accomplishing with a 2.38 ERA and a 7-3 record in gram. He’s been a delight. We also that goal. 56 innings. He recorded 33 strikeouts have Mike McGhee [sophomore] and “We are hoping that the pitchers and 14 bases on balls. He received Tom DiMartino [senior]. Hopefully can improve from last year. The whole particularly widespread attention within the next three to five scrim- idea is to be able to go on the mound when he tossed a two-hit, no-walk mages, we will be able to work it out and throw strikes consistently if you shutout in the North Jersey, Section 2, and see who plays where,” Coach want to pitch at Cranford. Hopefully Group 3 championship victory over McCaffery said. each one of the pitchers will improve the second-seeded Somerville Pio- Due to weather conditions several this year. It starts with pitching and if neers. positions are still yet to be determined we are going to have any success, it’s In that game, the Cougars played such as first base, second base and David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times going to have to be on the mound,” Cranford style baseball precisely at outfield placements. Senior Jim TAKING A CRACK AT IT...Blue Devil Natalie Patterson makes contact with the ball for a base hit in a scrimmage game Coach McCaffery said. the right time to outwit the Pioneers, Wozniak could range leftfield, while with the Clifton Mustangs at Westfield High School on March 23. The four returning pitchers are se- 2-0, as they put together a double seniors Dan Maglione and Connolly niors Chris Librera, Vince Genova steal and a successful squeeze bunt to and freshman Mike Murphy could RINALDI, SACHER RETURNING MULTI-YEAR VETERANS and Ryan Abrahamsen and junior earn the section crown. occupy right field. Gordon Graceffo. Last year, Librera Others in the mix for mound ap- “We have been indoor most of the in 45.1 innings, had a 4-3 record with pearances are senior Peter Coates and time and we are just happy to get out. a 3.55 ERA and recorded 41 sophomores Kevin Donovan and Jack Softball Blue Devils Have High CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 Expectations; Return 9 Vets By DAVID B. CORBIN .222 BA (14 hits, 2 doubles, 3 triples, with 10 RBI and 10 runs scored. She Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 8 runs scored, 5 RBI). is expected to deliver an ample amount Expectations are high this season The other returning players are: of clout this season and will be solid for the Westfield High School soft- sophomore shortstop Julia Romano, behind the plate. ball team that returns nine varsity sophomore catcher Erica Lawrence, Even as a freshman Romano, took players, which includes senior junior pitcher Bridget Hyland, junior over the shortstop spot last year and Danielle Rinaldi, with three years second baseman/outfielder Ally Gulla, performed with leadership. At the varsity experience behind her, and junior first baseman/designated player plate, she had a .212 BA with 14 hits, junior Jordan Sacher, with two years (DP) Natalie Patterson, senior out- including a pair of doubles and a pair varsity in the books. Since the Blue fielder/second baseman Lauren of triples, while scoring six runs and Devils, who finished 8-13 last year, Fernandez and senior outfielder Casey adding seven RBI. Of all the girls in graduated only three starters, little Popowski. the starting lineup, Romano struck juggling of defensive positions is ex- “Having only lost three seniors last out the least amount of times with pected. year, we have a lot of returning varsity only three whiffs. Rinaldi, who played shortstop her players on the roster. We are depend- Last year Fernandez finished with a sophomore year, shifted to third base ing on those returning players to per- .189 BA with seven hits, four runs last year and will remain at that posi- form and lead our team this year. scored and an RBI. Natalie Patterson, tion this season. Offensively, she was Although some of those returners are a lefty at the plate, finished with a second on the team with a .309 bat- only 10th graders, we see them being .170 BA with eight hits, a double and ting average (BA), which included 21 able to step up and help to create a a triple, and six runs scored and three hits with four doubles, a triple and a competitive atmosphere with high RBI. Gulla tied Rinaldi last year with home run. She led the team with 14 expectations,” Blue Devil Head Coach 11 RBI. runs scored and added 11 RBI. Her Caitlin MacDonald said. Players who are looking to break home run was a lined drive shot in the The highest batting average on the their way into the lineup this year Union County Tournament (UCT) team last year went to Lawrence, who include: sophomores Rachel quarterfinal victory over Union. recorded a .328 BA (22-for-67, 3 Rothenberg (third base/outfield) and David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Sacher controlled centerfield well doubles, triple and a grand slam home Genevieve Howell (first base/out- COUGAR SENIORS...Pictured, left to right, are: bottom row; Brian Oblachinski, Anthony Patella and Matt Perrino; middle last year and remains there this sea- run in the UCT quarterfinal game field), juniors Kayla Tupper (second row, Tom Dimartino, James Wozniak, Ryan Abrahamson, Joe Montes and Peter Coates; back row, Tom Armstrong, Chris son. Offensively, she finished with a against Union). Lawrence finished CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Librera, Ryan Bakie, Dan Magliano, Tom Ronan and Vince Genova. JUST LISTED JUST LISTED

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David B. Corbin (April 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times PLOWING INTO THIRD BASE...Raider Emily Lockatell, now a senior, plows into third base during a game against the Cranford Cougars at Adams Field in Cranford last year. Lockatell is expected to patrol the outfield this season. BRUNETTO, O’BRIEN, DiGIACOMO TO LEAD AT PLATE Softball Raiders Look to Show ‘Improvement at the Plate’

By ALEX LOWE ily the biggest loss though comes in leaves an already offensively chal- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (late January 2017 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times the departure of power hitter Kyra lenged Raider lineup looking for an- WINNER IN THE 200-INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY...Blue Devil Ryan Bebel, swimming in Lane 4, touched first in the 200IM The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Lockhart. Already committed to the swers. Veteran Head Coach Jess in 2:01.53 during the meet with Bergen Catholic at Wallace Pool on January 25. Westfield routed Bergen Catholic, 107-63. School softball team returns in 2017 University of Alabama, Lockhart Hulnik is optimistic that this year’s looking to improve on a 5-14 overall moved to Duluth Georgia this year. team can show improvement at the point that something extraordinary “It is was a very unfortunate way record in the process. record posted last season. The Raid- Despite showing great hitting abil- plate. must happen in order for them to not end to the season,” said Westfield’s The Blue Devil 200-free relay team ers lost centerfielder Erika Robinson ity at the plate as a freshman and “This year we will be a little stron- achieve that goal. That was certainly 12th year Head Coach Jeff Knight. of Eric Bebel, Griff Morgan, Ryan and infielders Kelly Magrino and sophomore, Lockhart missed most of ger based on what I have seen in the case this year in a bizarre finish at “When the officials don’t let the Bebel, Aedan Collins did likewise Emma Calabrese to graduation. Eas- last year to injury and her exodus CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 the sectional finals. athletes decide the outcome it is finishing second (1:25.90) and also The Blue Devils finished the previ- never right and then when all the setting a new school mark. The 400- ous season undefeated and won the photos and video evidence show free relay team of Griff Morgan, Eric program’s fourth NJSIAA Public “A” that the athlete did nothing wrong Bebel, Ryan Bebel, Aedan Collins title in five years and overall 26th and that it was blown call it leaves a turned in a time of 3:11.27, which was state title in school history. So it was bitter taste. It obviously was very good enough to claim a fourth place not surprising to see Westfield go difficult to go through but I was finish. undefeated again this year, while very proud of my guys regarding “We had a fantastic group of lead- knocking off a “Murderers Row” of how they handled themselves. The ers for this year’s team starting with opponents in No. 3 Christian Broth- maturity and sportsmanship they captains Aedan Collins and Griff ers Academy, No. 4 Bridgewater- displayed was incredible consider- Morgan,” said Knight. “However, I Raritan, No. 8 Scotch Plains-Fanwood ing the circumstances.” would say all of our seniors either led Congratulations and No. 15 Bergen Catholic. So Westfield saw a 29 meet win- by example or provided solid vocal The Blue Devils also captured the ning streak come to an end and with leadership. Guys like Stefan Crigler, Union County Championship, while it the hopes of yet another sectional Jack Edmondson, David Lindros, Joe Agents of the Month! setting new meet records in all three crown to add to their crowded gym- Chen, Alex Prystupa, and Nick relays. No matter how you slice it, nasium wall. But that fact should not Youssef are a huge reason why we had that was another sterling performance. take away from the incredible ac- so much success this year and will be All seemed on course for yet another complishments and performances of why we continue to have success next Experience, Elizabeth Bataille Frank D. Isoldi Elias Christodoulakis sectional title with Westfield matched the team throughout the year. As men- year and beyond because of the ex- Trust, Reliability & Service against a Bridgewater team they had tioned, the Blue Devils took home ample they set.” Sales Associate Broker Sales Associate Sales Associate beaten earlier in the season. Things yet another Union County title this Aedan Collins will likely attend the certainly took an unexpected turn in year, setting meet records in all three University of Massachusetts where the last race of their finals showdown. relays. he will continue his swimming career. Heading into the 400-free relay “Each year winning the county title Griff Morgan and David Lindros are leading by five points, Westfield is a major priority,” said Knight. “With also likely to continue swimming in needed only a second and third place excellent teams such as Scotch Plains college although at present they are finish to lock up the title. It was well and Summit as competition, we know undecided as to where they will at- within the realm of probability given we must be focused and put in a great tend.

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By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Jack Miller’s storybook senior wres- to improve on, but we saw that tough- state tournament. That’s when I knew tling season ended in spectacular style ness right away and knew it was some- I wanted to focus on wrestling year- on Tuesday, March 21, at Easton Area thing we could work with.” round.” High School’s fabled 25th Street Gym, The improvement was steady, from And this winter – after growing when he posted a 4-2 win over Carlo 9-17 as a freshman 126, he went 15-7 roughly 20 pounds (mostly muscle) Perugini of Bethlehem Liberty. at 152, 26-5 at 171, then 42-5 this between each season and improving That came in the 195-pound bout at winter, winning county and district his won-lost record each year – every- the 37th Easton (Pa.) Lions Club All- titles, finishing third at regions and thing came together. It was, to quote the Star Wrestling Classic. The meet has fifth at states. That’s 92-34 for his high old beer commercials, “Miller time.” been a post-season highlight every year school career. “The highlight of my career was since 1981, pitting champions from “Each year he maintained that tough- down in Atlantic City, warming up on Pennsylvania’s ultra-loaded District 11 ness, but improved the technical and Sunday morning with all the medal (Easton, Nazareth, Northampton, the tactical aspects of the sport,” Kurz winners, and then stepping onto the Bethlehem district) against a New Jer- said. “His placing fifth at states is mat in front of thousands of people,” sey all-star team that’s usually filled something this coaching staff will al- he said. “But just as important are the with kids from nearby wrestling giants ways remember. But what’s more im- bonds I’ve made with my teammates. Phillipsburg, Delaware Valley, pressive about Jack was the leadership We’ve turned the team into a family. I Hunterdon Central, Warren Hills and he provided. That will not be easy to am grateful to have wrestled with the North Hunterdon. replace.” guys all these years. And the Pin Can- Pennsylvania won the match, 26- Miller played football through PAL cer match against Scotch Plains was 21, but Miller, who is the second WHS David B. Corbin (April 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times wrestler to ever compete in the presti- USED TO BEING ON BASE...Raider senior first baseman Matt Fox, sliding into second base, led the team with a .388 batting gious event – Phil Gottlik lost by in- average last year (31 hits with 8 doubles, 19 RBI, 17 runs scored). He is expected to be a threat once again. jury default at the inaugural meet, more than showed he belonged in that type of atmosphere. He used a third-period reversal to earn the victory. Baseball Raiders Eager to Take Step Forward “It was a lot of fun,” Miller said. “It CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 was awesome seeing all of the talented wrestlers in that gym. I felt very hon- want to come in and win everything centerfielder Jake Canavan, who led games. Right now he’s going to be ored getting an invitation to wrestle they can. This is a great senior class. the team with 15 stolen bases last year our number one pitcher and opening with them. I was a little nervous going We have 12 of them. I try to get us on and finished with a .333 BA with 20 day starter. I think everybody knows into it. You could definitely feel the a one day at a time attitude. While runs scored. Senior right fielder Colin that. He’s been throwing the ball well. competitive vibes of Pennsylvania in that’s motivating them by coming so McAlindin, who finished with a .243 He’s going to go on to play at St. the air, with a lot of Bethlehem Catho- close to winning a county title last BA (17 hits, double, 14 runs scored, 6 John’s Fisher [Pittsford, NY]. They lic and Phillipsburg fans. year, at the same time, I don’t want to RBI), also offers fleet of foot. went on to the Division III World “When my bout came up, the team make that more than it is because we “If I had to make the lineup right Series last year,” Coach Higgins said. score was close and everyone was got a lot of baseball to play between now, he [Canavan] would be leading Next in the rotation may be sopho- pretty riled up. Coach (Glen) Kurz now and then,” Raider Head Coach off. He had 15 for 15 last year stolen more Danny Wilkinson, who in 24.2 reminded me to just have fun out there Joe Higgins said. bases. He’s quick. I love the way he innings, fanned 26 batters, walked 17 and that’s what I did.” The Raiders do have the bats and the plays,” Coach Higgins said. and hit five batters to finish 2-4 with It was the cherry on top for a senior pitching to accomplish their goals but Senior Matt Fox, who topped the a 3.12 ERA. year that saw a wrestler who had gone with 12 seniors on the team, choosing team with a .388 BA (31 hits with 8 “We have a lot of pitchers and they 9-17 as a 126-pound freshman go out captains would be out of the question. doubles, 19 RBI, 17 runs scored), are still really competitive. The next 42-5 as a 195-pound senior, setting a “Since I became the head coach, I will be manning first base. week is going to be important. Tommy school record for wins in a season. have kind of gotten away from choos- “Matt was a catcher his whole life Lacik [sophomore] and Nick Wrestling is in Miller’s genes. Broth- ing captains. We have a lot of seniors. until last year. He’s such a good player. McCormack [junior] came up for a ers Kevin (’15) and Tim (’19) were I want to capitalize on everybody’s He just wasn’t going to catch ahead of game or two last year from JVs. They also WHS wrestlers and sister Sara leadership. This year, I think that’s Peter but we had to get his bat in the have been throwing the ball really played on the girls ice hockey team important having 12 seniors. They lineup. He came out last year and well. They could be the next two guys this winter. Their father Tom wrestled four years at Ridge High in the 1980s, Photo courtesy of Varsity Vantage are all model citizens, they are great turned himself into a really good first after Timmy and Danny,” Coach two years each at 132 and 157 pounds, guys,” Coach Higgins said. baseman. From the beginning of the Higgins guessed. Jack Miller had his arm raised more times this winter – 42 – than any WHS and later as the University of Virginia’s wrestler in history. The “Two Petes”, senior Peter year until the end, he was our pres- However there are others in the 177-pounder. Warren and Peter Yarem have cer- ence in the middle of the order. He’s mix for mound duties such as senior “I think Jack’s weight room (train- and enjoyed it, and he also played another forever memory. It’s a big tainly demonstrated their leadership. got a very even keel attitude,” Coach Marc Occhipinti, who finished 1-1 ing) was a little different than mine,” lacrosse up until his sophomore year. match and a big goal for us. We had Last year, Warren, a shortstop, led the Higgins pointed out. with a 2.91 ERA, and Ryan Yawger, Tom Miller said. (He also dabbles in tennis several starters out of the lineup but, team in home runs with three, while Senior George Mueller, who fin- who had a 1-0 record. But strength is just one part of the recreationally, “but I’m not at our state- with the help of several freshmen, we turning in a batting average (BA) of ished .311 (23 hits with 6 doubles and “Marc Occhipinti got decent in- wrestling game. Kurz, in addition to ranked team’s level,” he said.) That’s got the job done.” .354 with 29 hits, four doubles, 23 a triple, 14 runs scored and 13 RBI), nings last year, has great command. teaching ways to mentally break down when he committed to wrestling year- Miller, who has Virginia high on his runs scored and 13 RBI. Yarem, who will occupy third base. Junior Sam Two guys, who were on JVs, [juniors] an opponent, is also a big-time be- round and joined the Apex Wrestling college list, was so caught up in the was solid behind the plate, finished Schetelich, who rapped 22 hits, in- Matt Kipp and Derek Cappadoccia liever in the expression, “you only get School, a high-powered club team lo- team’s success this winter – third at .272 with 22 hits, five doubles, two cluding seven doubles, for a .328 BA, have improved tremendously, and two out of life what you put into it.” Miller cated in Kenilworth. counties, second at districts, qualified triples, 14 RBI and a team-leading 24 is expected to play second base. other seniors, Brian Yawger and is a great believer. Among the wrestlers who have for team sectionals – that he wasn’t runs scored, while striking out only “Sam continues to improve. He Charles Butler. Right now we are “He listened to everything we said trained there are Christian Barber, even aware of how close he was to five times. He also stole 11 bases. worked pretty hard in the off-season carrying nine pitchers. Typical sea- and bought into the program’s phi- WHS’s 12th and most recent state Christian Barber’s single-season vic- Warren will attend Northwestern and on his conditioning and strength train- son it seems like four guys will get 70 losophy from Day 1,” Kurz said re- champion in 2011. tory of 41. Yarem will play for Susquehanna ing. He’s a lot stronger physically and percent of the innings, so there’s al- cently. “It’s been a pleasure to watch “Christian coached me in the off- “Going into Atlantic City, the most University in the fall. it’s shown up at the plate and defen- ways going to be a big difference be- Jack over the last four years. He’s very season, and also throughout this sea- wins in a season record never even “It’s hard to say enough about those sively. He’s going to play more like a tween five and nine in terms of how athletic and he put in the hours in the son (as a WHS volunteer assistant),” crossed my mind,” Miller said. “I re- two guys. Now they will be third year veteran,” Coach Higgins predicted. much they are going to get. I don’t weight room to become a very physi- Miller said. “And Ethan Powell and ally just focused on staying loose, hav- regular varsity players. Both have Senior Timmy Geissel looks to be know how much difference there is cal wrestler. He physically and men- Colin Mackay were great influences ing fun and scoring points.” great baseball IQ. They are strong. number one on the pitching rotation. until we get out and see some live tally broke his opponents. and role models, as well as talented IN PASSING They have improved tremendously. Last year, he had a 5-2 record with a hitting against live pitchers. I’m happy “Back when he was a 126-pounder, coaches. It’s cool knowing all these Chuck Barris passed away on March There’s nobody else that I would want 2.56 ERA, 43 strikeouts and 10 walks with the depth. It’s going to be a matter I would not have predicted he would great wrestlers came from the same 21 at age 78. He was the creator of the at those two positions and they are in 43.2 innings. of executing,” Coach Higgins said. be wrestling 195 as a senior. But we wrestling room. late ’70s TV hit “The Gong Show,” leaders,” Coach Higgins expressed. “He had a great year. We used him The Raiders will host their season knew he was special right away. In his “When I was younger, my dad would which brought us Gene, Gene the Danc- One person opposing teams would a lot in a couple of different ways. He opener this Saturday at 1 p.m. in a first varsity match he wrestled a senior take us to WHS’s wrestling matches. I ing Machine and the Unknown Comic. dread to see on base would be senior was able to start and close a lot of rivalry showdown with Westfield. from Jefferson (Township) who had looked up to guys like Christian and He also wrote Palisades Park, Freddy placed in the state the year before. Jack Colin Barber, Brian Bulger and Mike Cannon’s 1962 hit song. The movie fell behind big early, but mentally he Kalimtzis. In seventh grade my dad “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” broke the kid down. He forced him to took us to Atlantic City to watch the was based on his autobiography. take two injury timeouts. The kid held Softball Raiders Looking to Improve at Plate on for a one- or two-point win, some- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 thing like 13-11.” practice and scrimmages,” said Jess O’Neill. Last season O’Neill hit Miller remembered the loss like it Softball Blue Devils Have base. When Brunetto is not in the was yesterday. Hulnik. “I think we have a few more for a healthy .359 batting average and outfield she will play some third base options both offensively and defen- “It was in a tournament at Delaware had 11 RBI. O’Neill also scored nine for the Raiders to keep her bat in the Valley and I don’t think I had ever been High Expectations; Return 9 sively this year. If we can stay focused runs and is expected to be a big con- lineup. Kekelis hit .302 last season more nervous in my life,” he said. “I CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 and make good decisions for seven tributor. and scored 14 runs. Kekelis also had remember Coach (John) Cheddar came innings, we should be in good shape.” The middle infield positions figure to a home run and knocked home nine up to me before the match and asked if base/DP) and Hailey Tomasso (sec- We haven’t had an opportunity to Early practices show a Raider ros- be interchangeable with junior Sarah runs. Lynam batted .350 in a part time I was nervous. I was scared to say yes. ond base/outfield), sophomore Lauren scrimmage yet but we have a solid 16 ter that is deep in the outfield and McEvoy, senior Julia DiGiacomo, role as a freshman. But he said, ‘It’s OK to be nervous. It Sullivan (pitcher/first base), and se- athletes that are working hard to get middle infield positions. Hulnik ex- sophomore Amanda Venezia and fresh- Junior Angie DiGiacomo figures to means that you care.’ That stuck with niors Paige Venturino (outfield/first into the lineup. We have five scrim- pects senior Lexi Brunetto to head up man Julia Solsky all getting turns as the be the lead catcher this season. She me through my career.” base) and Nicolina Albano (outfield). mages still lined up, two of which will the outfield. Brunetto hit .348 last double play combo at shortstop and will be challenged by Michaela Miller was nearly pinned in the first Highland will be the ace on the be played on turf, where we’re look- year as a junior and scored 13 runs. second base. Julia DiGiacomo was es- Sullivan and freshman Cassidy minute of that match, but came back to mound. Last year she had the lion’s ing to get a better idea about our Fellow seniors Emily Lockatell and pecially impressive last season in post- Novello. drop a thriller. The toughness and share of mound duties with 117 in- batting order and defense,” Coach Michaela Sullivan will also see time ing a .353 batting average and driving in This season, the Raiders will look never-say-die attitude became his nings of effort. She recorded 80 MacDonald said. in the outfield. Last season Lockatell 10 runs. She also scored 12 runs. to find a stud among several candi- trademarks. strikeouts and 29 walks, while finish- The Lady Blue Devils will face hit .286 and scored nine runs. The infield corners will be manned dates in a deep pitching rotation. “Most of Jack’s losses his freshman ing with a 7-9 record and a 2.69 ERA. Cranford in their home opener this Sophomore Casey Ferguson fig- by Quinn Kekelis at first base with “Right handers Zoe Cardenas and year were to older, more experienced In her few plate appearances, she fin- Saturday, April 1, at 11 a.m. Next they ures into the rotation, as does junior sophomore Hannah Lyman at third Amanda Venezia will see a majority wrestlers,” Kurz said. “But few of those ished with a .111 BA. will host a very strong AL Johnson of the innings right now,” said Hulnik. kids had fun wrestling against Jack. As of March 23, the Blue Devils’ Crusader squad featuring mound star “Lefty Jess Waltsak could see some They all looked beat up after their match. batting order has yet to be determined. Gianna Randazza on Tuesday, April innings later this season. And Sarah He had a lot of technical things he had “Our starting lineup is far from set. 4, at 4 p.m. McEvoy may make a few appear- ances in the circle too.” Cardenas pitched 40 and 1/3 in- nings last season. She allowed 40 earned runs, while striking out 14 batters and posting a 2-4 record. Venezia pitched 16 innings allowing 12 earned runs. She walked seven batters and struck out seven others, while going 2-1 for the Raiders. Waltsak pitched 41.33 innings last season, allowing 39 earned runs, while striking out 25 batters and walking 36. McEvoy represents a fairly new addition to the pitching corps. 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Corbin (April 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 1200 Ridge Drive, Union Township, NJ 07083 The Raiders will open the season at RETURNING BLUE DEVIL VETERAN...Senior Lauren Fernandez, running down the line in a game against the Johnson David Brearley on April 1. Crusaders (April 2016), will play either at second base or in the outfield for the Blue Devils this season. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 30, 2017 Page 15 Cougar Track Boys, Girls Have Good ‘Across the Board’ Talent Linday Aschmies, a strong cross- our group for indoor. My personal group and the senior leadership could country and distance runner, added, best is 13-0 and I am hoping to clear offer a fine example for the under- “I run the 800, the 1,600 and I high 14-6 this year.” classmen, who are beginning to un- jump. I would like to do better than 5- Lynch said, “I am shooting for 13- derstand what it takes to be success- 0 in the high jump and I would like to 6 maybe 14. My best right now is 12- ful ths season. break 5:20 in the mile.” 6 in the meets. Our assistant coach “From the winter season, we had Trevor Aschmies said, “Mostly I [Mike Dow] is a gymnast [coach] at four athletes advance all the way to run the 1,600 and the 800. My out- the high school. His son was actually the Meet of Champions. Josh Cadet door PR for the 1,600 is 4:38 and my a gymnast for Penn State.” in the 55 dash, Trey Pascal in the pole outdoor PR for the 800 is 2:02. This Chiang, who placed fifth in the triple vault, Christina Barlik in the shot put season I would like to run 4:30 and jump at the group sectionals last year, and Taylor Grant in the high jump. On under two minutes [800].” said, “I am known as the go to guy for top of that, Trey and Mark Lynch won Pascal and Lynch made a fine pair jumping. I tried pole vaulting. I high a state title in the pole vault relay,” in the pole vault, which also demands jump, long jump and triple jump. Last Coach Schiano pointed out. “The kids refined aerial coordination that re- year in the spring season, my high see that and they see what we can quires keen gymnastics abilities. Pas- jump PR was 5-8. My long jump 19- achieve. They understand that they cal said, “Mark is my pole vaulting 5.5 and triple jump is 42-3.25.” need to set high goals and they need partner. This year we won states for The accomplishments of that core to work hard to achieve those goals.” COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE Jill Horowitz Rome ranked the top real estate agent See more photos – Ballyhoo Sports in Scotch Plains for 2016

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times COUGAR PERFORMERS READY TO LEAD...Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Lindsay Aschmies, Taylor Grant and The spring market is here. Christina Barlik; back row, Adison Chiang, Pete Gilligan, Trevor Aschmies, Trey Pascal, Josiah Cadet and Mark Lynch. Missing from photo: Bella DeSimone, Josh Cadet and Brianna Scotti. Call Jill for all your real estate needs. By DAVID B. CORBIN DeSimone, who were not present at those results. We expect big things Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the time, related their events, accom- from them.” Cougar Head Coach Jill Horowitz Rome, an award-winning sales associate affiliated with the Coldwell Banker Fine across the board talent and plishments and goals. (boys) and field events specialist Residential Brokerage Westfield East office, ranked as the top real estate agent in Scotch Plains high, but reasonable goals should spell Josiah Cadet said, “I do the hurdles, Kerry Drexler said. for 2016, according to the Garden State Multiple Listing Service. Rome achieved both the out a very successful track & field jumps. I could be an all-around ath- Barlik said, “I do the shot put, discus highest closed sales volume and the highest number of units sold for all 12 months of 2016. season for the Cranford High School lete. My brother does the 400, 200. and javelin. My main event that I am She achieved nearly double the closed sales volume over the nearest competitor. boys and girls teams. A number of Me, Peter Gilligan and Josh actually real good at is shot put. My PR [per- Sales Associate returning Cougar boys and girls, which ran at the USATF Nationals. We got sonal record] for the spring is 39-2.5. Rome has earned several accolades for her real estate sales success, including the Coldwell includes a quality group of seniors, first place in our 4x200 race.” I would like to go over 40 feet this Banker International President's Circle Award, representing the top 6 percent of approximately already brings with them top honors As to his being Josh’s twin, Josiah season. For discus, my PR is 107. I 85,000 Coldwell Banker sales associates worldwide for 2015. She has attained the esteemed NJ in their respective events. revealed, “We push each other very want to get to 120 and javelin my PR is REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® every year from 2006-2015. Rome has been “The culture is really kind of head- hard, like who can run the fastest, who 89 and I would like to get it over 100.” named Five Star Real Estate Agent for overall customer satisfaction by NJ Monthly Magazine ing to where we want it to be as far as can jump the highest, who can jump Last year, Barlik took fifth and 2013-2016. the senior leadership. We made it the farthest. It’s actually real fun.” Scotti took third in the shot put at the clear to them that we expect the up- Last year at the Group 3 sectional Group 3 sectional. Junior Marissa “Jill dominates the market in Scotch Plains due a combination of hard work, powerful perclassmen to be leaders and an ex- Josh took first in the 200 and third in Renna will also compete in the field marketing, strong negotiating skills, intricate local knowledge and the strong bond she ample for the underclassmen. There the 100 and was on the winning 4x100, events. formswith her clients,” said John Bradley, branch vice president of the Coldwell Banker is a culture of responsibility and want- along with Josiah. “On the boys side, we loose some Residential Brokerage Westfield East office. “I am proud of Jill for this impressive ing to excel,” Head Coach (girls) and Gilligan added, “I run the 200 and of our best throwers with Will Fries accomplishment.” Onmarketing, Rome said, “When selling a home today, it’s so important to track events specialist John Schiano the 400. I just recently got first with and Ethan Tom. Now we have some focus on the visual aspect. Staging is important, as are high quality photos and videos that are said. “This is one of the toughest Josiah and Josh Cadet in the USATF new throwers. Ryan VanBenschoten JILL HOROWITZ counties in the state of New Jersey, so Nationals for the 4x200. I’m hoping [senior] is the leader of the pack right the main showcase for the home online.” you are going to have top-notched to break 50 seconds for the 400 this now,” Drexler said. “Dan Gomez [jun- ROME Reviewing Rome’s client reviews on Zillow, it is clear that she has made a positive impact on competition.” year. I am hoping for a very success- ior] is throwing for the first time but When you need the help of a buyers and sellers. “Many of my clients become friends. They are part of my extended family,” Among the talented returning Cou- ful season.” he is an incredibly good athlete and a proven professional, call me! said Rome. gars are: seniors Peter Gilligan, Tay- Last year at the Group 3 sectional, hard worker.” lor Grant, Christina Barlik, Brianna Gilligan and Josh were members of Senior Matt Treboschi appears to Named Five Star Real Estate Agent for overall customer satisfaction by Scotti, Bella DeSimone, Trevor the 4x400 team that placed fourth. be the top javelin thrower. Cell: (908) 868-2460 • Direct: (908) 301-2898 • Office: (908) 233-5555 NJ Monthly Magazine 2013-2016 Aschmies, Trey Pascal and Addison “The senior leadership is great. As Grant, a high jump specialist who [email protected] • www.JillRome.com AWARDS AND DESIGNATIONS: Chiang, juniors Josiah and Josh Ca- far as the throws go we got Christina took first at the UCT Indoor Relays, Westfield East Office: 209 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ 07090 Top 2% of 88,000 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Sales Agents for 2016. President’s Elite Award 2012, 2016, International Presidents Circle Award 2006-2009, 2011, 2014-2015. det, and Mark Lynch, and sophomore and Brianna. They are literally the said, “My best jump is 5-2. Now it’s ColdwellBankerHomes.com Diamond Society 2010, 2013. NJAR Circle of Excellence 2006-2016.

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David B. Corbin (June 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times NORTH JERSEY, SECTION 2, GROUP 3 CHAMPIONS...The Cranford Cougars made good on “small ball” in the top of the seventh inning to defeat Somerville, 2-0, for the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 title in Somerville on June 3, 2016.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Cougars Feel Pitching Key to Baseball Success PREPARING FOR REGULAR-SEASON ACTION...The Blue Devil boys lacrosse team, in white, prepare for the regular CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 season with a scrimmage game against Montgomery at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on March 21. Yesterday was the first scrimmage we was the vanguard of the double steal sophomore Mike Meola. had. We scrimmaged Toms River and the suicide squeeze play that sank Sophomore James Shriner, who North. We went down there, so it was the Somerville Pioneers. patrolled right field last year and fin- nice to get out. We have a couple of “Ryan is an exceptional athlete. A ished with a .289 BA with 22 hits, more scrimmages lined up for the football player, he is going to be play- including a pair of doubles, 12 runs next couple of days, so we will have a ing at the next level. He’s a great scored and five RBI, will move into better idea of who is going to be doing basketball player. We are expecting the infield to cover second base. Se- what or who is not going to be doing good things from Ryan,” Coach nior Anthony Patella could also see it,” Coach McCaffery said. McCaffery said. time at second base. However there are some sure shots Another speedster, Oblachinski “Jimmy is a very gifted athlete. We like senior centerfielder Ryan Bakie rapped 29 hits, including six doubles have him pitching. We have him at and senior shortstop Brian and a triple, scored 21 runs and added second base. We have him in the out- Oblachinski, both outstanding three- 15 RBI to finish with a .315 BA. He field. He is a victim of being able to sport athletes. Last year, Bakie was a also stole 13 bases. do a lot of things well. As a freshman, terror on the base paths with 18 pil- “Brian has had a great high school we put him out there and he was a key fered bases. He turned in a .329 BA career. It started in football. He was contributor. We moved him up to the with 26 hits, including five doubles, the quarterback of the football team infield and we are excited to see what two triples and a home run, scored 20 then it carried over to basketball court he can do,” Coach McCaffery said. times, knocked in 21 runs, drew 15 where he was successful there. It’s a One aspect that definitely will not free passes and was hit twice. He also family name. His older brother Johnny be overlooked is the Cougars’ fierce- was very successful for us. He is at ness on the base paths. Reading is Good For You Georgetown, so we are expecting good “We will be aggressive this year. things from Brian this spring,” Coach We get a guy on first base, he’s not McCaffery said. going to score if he doesn’t get to Senior Matt Perrino, owner of the second and third. We are not going to successful squeeze bunt against wait. We will try to make things hap- Somerville, and finished with a .265 pen. Again, it starts with pitching. We BA, will cover third base. Senior Tom got to limit the amount of runs our Armstrong, who put up a .310 BA opponents get. If we can get guys on, with 18 hits, including a double and a hopefully we can make things hap- home run, 12 RBI and nine runs scored pen,” Coach McCaffery said. as a designated hitter, is expected to David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times goleader.com/subscribe play first base. Others in the mix for Probitas Verus Honos OUT BY JUST INCHES...Blue Devil freshman Vic Coustan just misses beating the throw during a scrimmage game at first base are senior Tom Ronan and Edison Intermediate School in Westfield on March 25. Jayne Bernstein Sales Associate NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award: 1997-2016 Direct Line: (908) 301-2006 Cell Phone: (908) 403-9330 E-mail: [email protected]

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David B. Corbin (April 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times READY TO LEAD THE RAIDER CHARGE...Raider senior First Team All-State midfielder David Walker, No. 17, is ready to lead the charge for another successful season in boys lacrosse. WALKER, NARDONE, GORDON, BRADY LEAD CHARGE Experience, Talent Signal Big Season for Raider Lax Boys By ALEX LOWE niors and seven sophomores,” said Another senior, Jason Calabria (8 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Scotch Plains-Fanwood Head Coach goals, 22 ground balls) returns as The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Nick Miceli. “And a few juniors to go does sophomore Anthony Porter (5 School boys lacrosse team seems along with them, so we have a balance assists, 14 ground balls). poised for a big season. The Raiders across the classes that will keep us Senior Robert Gordon and junior are coming off of a strong 2016 cam- competitive for the next couple of Jack Brady will man the attack posi- paign that saw them finish 13-6, while seasons.” tions for the Raiders. Gordon racked David B. Corbin (Late May2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times advancing to the Union County Tour- STRONG AGAIN IN DISTANCE EVENTS...Junior Mia Melao, center, is one of several girls who will be strong in the Walker, already committed to at- up 26 goals and 8 assists, along with distance events for the Blue Devils this season. nament semifinals and the Group III tend Rutgers University after gradua- winning 44 ground balls last season. quarterfinals. This year’s edition could tion, had 12 goals, 13 assists and Brady had 14 goals, 22 assists and be even better. scooped up 199 ground balls as a collected 49 ground balls. The Raiders did lose some key tal- junior on his way to earning First The Raiders have strength at the Blue Devil Boys Strong in Throws & Distance ent to graduation from last year’s team, Team All State recognition. Walker defensive end as well. Anthony including attacker Scott Nizolak, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 was named Bianchi East Division Magnotta (22 ground balls) returns midfielder Jordan Belford and goal- Player of the Year and is also an for his senior season, along with fel- sibly triple jump) are three of the have to wait and see what those guys He was the county champion in the keeper Chris Duffy. Nizolak will play Academic All-American. Miceli has low senior Jake Kloepfer (30 ground returning sprinters, who have come accomplish in the spring.” two miles,” Coach Tafelski men- lacrosse at Elizabethtown this year, no shortage of positive things to say balls). The pair are already set up to through during winter track. Other Three of the four Blue Devils who tioned. while Duffy will play for Western about his senior standout. pursue lacrosse in college with sprinters include seniors Phil Dwyer, won the UCR 4x1,600, seniors cap- The 4x800 team should be fine but New England. The 2016 squad was a “Walker is already recognized as Magnotta bound for Marist and Jack Neiswenter and Mark Fico tains Jake Triarsi and Aditya Singh an early extra effort is needed. deep and versatile group that featured the best face-off player we’ve ever Kloepfer headed for Frostburg State (hurdles) and sophomore Steve and sophomore James McCutcheon “Unfortunately we were a little bit seven different players that scored had,” said Miceli. “If he stays healthy (Md.). Zucker. return for the distance events, as do snake bitten in the winter. We had two over 25 points. But the Raiders can this season I’m certain the accolades Joining them on defense will be “They ran 3:29 for indoor, which is juniors Matt Meusel and Spencer opportunities for very fast times. Un- boast a deep returning senior class led will continue to pour in for him.” junior Harrison Parada. As a sopho- very solid. Those three guys plus Phil Weigand, who was a member of the fortunately we had falls in both of by First Team All-State Midfielder Running with Walker at midfield more, Parada picked up 60 ground Dwyer ran the fastest 4x2 relay that UCR third placed 4x800 team, and them. Three of the four guys defi- David Walker leaving them well posi- will be fellow senior Richie Nardone. balls. Parada’s performance was we’ve ever had. That bodes very well senior Gabe Givelber. nitely on that team will be Jake Triarsi, tioned to overcome the departing tal- Last year Nardone (19 goals, 6 as- strong enough to earn him 2016 All- for us for the outdoor season also,” “We graduated a few of our top Spencer Weigand and Matt Meusel,” ent. sists, 58 ground balls) was named to Group III Third Team honors. Sopho- Coach Tafelski said. “We will just distance guys. Ryan Siegel graduated. CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 “We have a really nice mix of se- the Bianchi East All-Division Team. CONTINUED ON PAGE 18

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 more Ryan Johnson also figures into ers set up as a favorite to win the State Tournament. the defensive rotation. Johnson picked division and a real contender for the “Having so many experienced play- up 35 ground balls as a freshman. Union County crown as well. The ers coming back this season should Senior Riley Guma will be in the Raiders will have to prove however certainly help in that part of it,” said net for the Raiders this season. Last that they have learned how to pull out Miceli. “We have balance and a few year Guma posted a 6-1 record, while the close games, an ability that eluded guys who are four-year players. The allowing 46 goals against and record- them last season and kept them from schedule is unforgiving as we face a ing 80 saves. Guma will attend NJIT even greater success. The Raiders lot of very strong teams but the goal after his Scotch Plains-Fanwood ca- lost four games by one goal last sea- every year is to win the division, the reer ends. son, including a 10-9 loss to Princeton county and advance deep into the There is no question that the Raid- in the quarterfinals of the Group III state tournament. That hasn’t changed.” The Raiders get the season under way on Wednesday, March 29, with a 4 p.m. home opener against rival Cranford in the third annual Cole’s Cup game. The Cole’s Cup was game was started to honor former Scotch Plains-Fanwood goaltender Cole Weber who was diagnosed with can- cer but eventually returned to play for the Raiders. After that, the Raid- ers get a chance for revenge when they travel to Princeton on April 1 for a rematch with the team that ousted them from the state playoffs FIRST IN TWO EVENTS AT NJ YMCA 13+ CHAMPIONSHIPS...FSPY’s Josh Cohen took top homors in the 15-18 1,650- last season. freestyle and the 500-freestyle at the NJ YMCA 13+ Championships on March 9-12. FSPY Swimmers Finish Well FSPY Swimmers Place Sixth

FSPY 30+ CHAMPS...Slamma Jamma defeated No Conscience, 54-39, on March At NJ 14U Junior Olympics At NJ ‘Y’ 13+ Championship 26, to capture the Fanwood Scotch-Plains “Y” Men’s 30+ Basketball League title. The Fanwood Scotch Plains “Y” 200-fly, 13th 100-fly). Martha Pictured, left to right are: kneeling; Gavin Ford; standing, Kevin Adams, Dave The Fanwood Scotch Plains “Y” 50-back), Ryan Jawor (8th 50 & 100- Berger, Rich Cobbinah, Greg Josephsen, Capt. Tom St. John, Frank Briamonte (FSPY) YMCA swim team had 16 back; 14th 100-free; 15th 50 & 200- (FSPY) swim team placed sixth over- Lewand, Rachel Small, Marcelina and Matt Adams. girls and 15 boys achieve gold times free). all in the NJ YMCA 13-and-Over Krowinska and Bree Dy finished 7th at the NJ 14U Junior Olympics to The Girls 10U 200-medley relay State Championship on March 9-12. in the 200-free relay. Small, Dy, Kong qualify for this highly competitive team of Oliver, Gee, Kayla Gould and Boys 15-18: Josh Cohen (1st and Lewand took 9th in the 200- Slamma Jamma Wins Title, meet held at Rutgers University from Kim finished 2nd, while the 200-fee 1,650-free & 500-free, 2nd 1,000- medley relay. 13-14 Boys: Matthew March 17 to 19. relay (Oliver, Paulina Nowak, Gould, free, 8th 400IM, 6th 100-fly, 8th Chen placed 14th in the 50-free. The boys finished 5th out of 44 Kim) finished 5th. 200-fly). Chris Bondarowicz (1st Girls 15-18: Monika Burzynski Knocks No Conscience, 54-39 teams. Darien Betances received the The 10U boys placed 2nd in the 100-breast & 400IM, 6th 500-free, (8th 100-back, 7th 200-fly, 2nd 100- Top Point award for the 11-12 boys 200-medley relay (Jawor, Waibel, 2nd 200IM, 1st 200-breast). Eric fly, 14th 100-free). Darlene Fung (2nd A title tilt between the 3 and 4 seeds rest of the way would be nine points Chang (13th 100-back). Logan 100-free, 4th 100-back, 6th 400IM, lived up to its hype in half 1. But, then, (43-34) on a Gregg Carder lay-in with for his first place finishes in the 50, Evan Weber and Robbie Lambert) 100 and 200-breaststroke, 50 and 100- and 3rd in the 200-free relay (Jawor, D’Amore (2nd 1,650-free, 3rd 200- 6th 200IM). DeeDee Maizes (10th a baller “Built Ford Tough,” took seven remaining on the clock. Ford, free, 5th 1,000-free, 5th 500-free, 100-free, 12th 1,650-free, 14th 500- matters into his own hands, as the however, answered immediately with fly, 100IM, 50 and 200-free and 5th Lambert, Tyler McGeehan, Waibel). place in the 50-back. Aidan Trenery Ages 11-12: Jenna Aldana (11th 11th 100-free, 12th 200-free). Nick free, 16th 200-free). Rachel Maizes Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” Men’s a lay-up, upping the Jammas’ margin Heath (10th 50-free). John Piccinic (1st 100-breast, 7th 200-breast). 30+ Basketball League crowned a to double digits once more. had nine top-16 finishes (6th 200-fly, 50-free; 16th 100free), Ryan Kim (9th 200-back, 1,650-free; 7th 1,000-free, 50-breast; 12th 100-breast), Richard (14th 50-free). Broden Rash (11th Marlise Moesch (2nd 200-free, 4th champion for 2017. Ford’s steal and thunderous 100-breast, 12th 200-breast). Alan 200IM, 4th 50-free, 6th 100-free, 7th Slamma Jamma 54, No Con- breakaway slam at the 5:15 mark 50-back; 9th 100-back, 100-breast; Park (5th 400IM; 11th 200IM; 14th 14th 100-fly, 500-free). 200-fly). Shao (4th 1,650-free, 4th 200-fly, 100-back, 16th 100-fly). Julie science 39: Last year, he knocked on sealed the deal, and was a fitting punc- 5th 400IM, 10th 100-fly, 14th place Stankiewicz (2nd 1,000-free, 15th the door. This season, he was not to be tuation by the day’s Most Outstand- 200IM, 14th 200-back). 100-breast, 15th 100-back). denied. Gavin Ford, the league’s baby- ing Player. Cohen, Heath, Piccinic and Rash Fung, R. Maizes, Burzynski and faced assassin, fashioned a finals per- Ford was ably supported by two of placed 3rd in the 200-free relay; Moesch finished 1st for both the 200- formance for the ages, pouring in 26 his young amigos – Rich Cobbinah Bondarowicz, Chang, Cohen and medley relay and 400-medley relay. points (on 11 of 13 shooting), and (14 pts, 7 rebs) and Greg Josephsen (8 Shao placed 5th in the 400-medley Burzynski, R. Maizes, Moesch and snaring 14 rebounds, to power 3 seed pts) – both of whom were highly relay; and D’Amore, Julian Park, Megan Small finished 1st in the 200- Slamma Jamma over 4 seed No Con- instrumental during Slam Jam’s run Heath and Cohen placed 5th in the free relay and Burzynski, Fung, D. science for the FSPY CHIP. to Tinseltown. Captain Tom St. John, 400-free relay. Maizes and Moesch finished 2nd in Twelve months earlier, Ford had league commissioner Kevin Adams, 13-14 Girls: Michelle Kong (11th the 400-free relay. just about reached the top of the moun- and Slamma’s elder statesman Dave tain, only to see his Hatorade team Berger, all reached the scoring col- thwarted in the 2016 championship umn with a bucket each, while Matt WY Devilfish 14U Complete game. This time around, he was deter- Adams and Frank Briamonte made mined to hoist the trophy over his defensive contributions off the bench head. in the victory. Season at NJ Jr. Olympics Ford was dominant from jump No Conscience, which had split its street, dropping 12 points in the open- home-and-home series with Jamma The Westfield Area “Y” Devilfish The 13-14 year olds competed in ing half to propel Slam Jam to a 24-19 during the regular season, was led by swim team sent a team of 30 14U prelims and finals with six Devilfish lead at the intermission. No Con’s Murray’s 13 pts and 11 boards. Bal- swimmers to compete at the USA making finals – Roan Baker 11th Stephen Murray kept his squad within anced offense was a staple of No Swimming New Jersey Junior Olym- (200IM), Seth Camacho 15th (200- striking distance, notching nine of his Con’s winning ways throughout their pics held at Rutgers University on back), Sofia Leonetti 14th (100- 13 tallies before the break. successful campaign, and was again GOOD AS GOLD...The FSPY wim team had 16 girls and 15 boys achieve gold March 17-19. As the final meet of the breast) and 19th (200-breast), Julia Ford, though, continued his on- on display in defeat. Tim Gray fin- times at the NJ 14U Junior Olympics. year for these swimmers, it is highly McGann fifth (200-back) and 17th slaught in stanza two, scoring nine ished with eight pts, Captain Chris competitive with top qualifying en- (100-back), Abigael McKinney 12th points in the half’s first five minutes Mattina had seven, Jason Holley put 10U Boys: Owen Waibel (3rd 50- The 11-12 boys 200-freestyle and breast, 5th 50-free, 7th 100-breast, 9th 200-medley relay team of Trenery, try time standards. (100-fly), Bridget Thomas 16th as Slamma stretched its advantage to in five, Carder and Michael Erichson Cole Sharkey broke the WY team (1,000-free). 37-24. The closest NC could get the netted four apiece. 100-free, 16th 50-back). These fast Betances, Park, Kim laced 2nd in swims have qualified these boys to both events record in the 9/10 boys 500-free with Completing the WY NJJO team: a time of 6:03.21 placing ninth and Ava Benson, Alyssa Corvelli, Emily PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE represent New Jersey at the Eastern 13-14: Corey He qualified for 4 Zone Conference that will be held at finals (200-free, 500-free, 200-fly & Gigi Sandull reset her own records in Gao, Will Heinze, Charlie Jeckell, TOWNSHIP OF SPRINGFIELD UNION COUNTY BOARD the 11/12 girls 100 and 200-breast Clare Logan, Billy Maguire, COUNTY OF UNION OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Rochester, NY on March 30 to April 1. 200-breast). He finished 14th in 500- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 11/12 Girls: Abby DiGiorgio free and 16th in 200-fly, 200-free. with times of 1:14.23 and 2:38.43, Jacqueline Moser, Tori Sandull, Notice of Initiation of the Section 106 respectively, placing 12th in the 200 Carsen Sharkey, Isabelle Shih, Lo- Process: Public Participation Date Adopted: 3/23/17 placed first in the 100-breaststroke, The following swimmers also rep- Public Notice is hereby given that the which also earned her a YMCA Na- resented FSPY at the Junior Olym- breast. Gigi also placed 15th in the gan Swenson, Christian Tedesco, JD Mobilitie proposes the construction of a Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- 50-breast. Twilley, Barney Veres, Leah Wang pole style telecommunications tower within ers has awarded a contract without com- tional time. pics: Nicole Ben- David, Grace Best, existing road right-of-way at Mountain Ave petitive bidding as an Professional service Ages 10U: Victoria Gee (4th 50 & Brandon Calderone, Brandon Cortez, Kevin Gao was the team top point and Mary Weber. at Rt 22, Springfield Township, Union pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This 100-breast), Laura Kim (12th 50-free; Bree Dy, Aaron Frank, Kayla Gould, scorer placing fifth in the 50 and For more information regarding County, New Jersey 07081. Members of contract and the resolution authorizing it is 16th 100-breast & 50-breast; 8th 50- Chloe Howell, Michelle Kong, Rob- 100-breast. Viv Jeckell was the top the Westfield Area “Y” Devilfish the public interested in submitting com- available for public inspection in the Office scorer for the girls placing fifth in the swim team, please contact Brian ments on the possible effects of the pro- of the Clerk of the Board. fly), Haley Oliver (9th 100-back; 11th ert Lambert, Katherine Li, Cameron posed projects on historic properties in- Linenberg, Tyler McGeehan, Ellie 50-free and 14th in the 50-fly. Emily Guidera, Director of Competitive cluded in or eligible for inclusion in the RESOLUTION NO: 2017-273 PUBLIC NOTICE Constable and Matt Swenson also Aquatics and Head Coach, (908) AWARDED TO: Westfield Veterinary Moose, Paulina Nowak, Amanda National Register of Historic Places may UNION COUNTY BOARD Pina, Fiona Strout and Evan Weber. scored team points with Constable 233-2700 x263 or send their comments to Andrew Smith, Group SERVICES: for the purpose of providing OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS placing 13th (50-breast) and [email protected]. RESCOM Environmental Corp., PO Box NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 361 Petoskey, Michigan 49770 or call 260- veterinary care and food for the Sheriff’s PUBLIC NOTICE Swenson placing 16th (50-back). Office’s K9 Date Adopted: 3/23/17 385-6999. Public Notice is hereby given that the UNION COUNTY BOARD 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $17.85 COSTS: in the amount not to exceed: PUBLIC NOTICE $18,906.07 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Probitas Verus Honos PUBLIC NOTICE James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk ers has awarded a contract without com- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD of the Board Chosen Freeholders petitive bidding as an extraordinary Date Adopted: 3/23/17 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $20.40 unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 3/23/17 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE resolution authorizing it is available for ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the UNION COUNTY BOARD Date Adopted: 3/23/17 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk petitive bidding as an Professional service Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Public Notice is hereby given that the UNION COUNTY BOARD of the Board. pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This ers has awarded a contract without com- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS contract and the resolution authorizing it is petitive bidding as an extraordinary Date Adopted: 3/23/17 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- RESOLUTION NO: 2017-269 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD available for public inspection in the Office unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- AWARDED TO: Attorney Title Ser- Date Adopted: 3/23/17 of the Clerk of the Board. 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an extraordinary vices, LLC, Cranford, New Jersey Public Notice is hereby given that the resolution authorizing it is available for ers has awarded a contract without com- unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. SERVICES: to perform a title search of RESOLUTION NO: 2017-276 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk petitive bidding as an extraordinary 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Greenbrook Park in Union County and amending (Resolution No.2016-863) ers has awarded a contract without com- of the Board. unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. resolution authorizing it is available for Somerset County AWARDED TO: Kristina DeJesus petitive bidding as an extraordinary 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the public inspection in the Office of the Clerk COSTS: for a sum not to exceed: SERVICES: to serve as an Independent RESOLUTION NO: 2017-266 unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. resolution authorizing it is available for of the Board. $9,500.00 Contractor as part of the Union County AWARDED TO: Various Agencies 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the public inspection in the Office of the Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk Sexual Assault Response Team Jewish Family Service $60,000.00 RESOLUTION NO: 2017-265 resolution authorizing it is available for of the Board. of the Board Chosen Freeholders PERIOD: February 1, 2017- September Sage, Eldercare $20,000.00 amending (Resolution No. 2016-255) public inspection in the Office of the Clerk 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $21.42 30, 2017 Community Access Unlimited$20,000.00 RESOLUTION NO: 2017-277 AWARDED TO: SAGE Eldercare, Inc., of the Board. New Jersey James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk SERVICES: to provide Home Care and AWARDED TO: Chubb Group of In- SERVICES: for the purpose of providing RESOLUTION NO: 2017-278 PUBLIC NOTICE of the Board Chosen Freeholders Nursing services to Union County resi- surance Companies, Warren, New Jer- AWARDED TO: Hartford Insurance 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $20.40 dents 60 years or older sey information and assistance to seniors (age UNION COUNTY BOARD Company, Hartford, CT PERIOD: January1, 2017-Decemer 31, SERVICES: to provide Travel Accident 60 years and older and/or their caregivers) OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS SERVICES: for Volunteer Accident In- PUBLIC NOTICE 2017 Insurance for Public Officials for 36-months PERIOD: April 1, 2017- March 31, 2018 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD surance policy COSTS: in the total amount not to ex- PERIOD: April 1, 2017-March 31, 2020 COSTS: in the total amount not to ex- Date Adopted: 3/23/17 UNION COUNTY BOARD PERIOD: April 1, 2017-March 31, 2018 ceed: $100,000.00 COSTS: in the amount of: $4,050.00 ceed: $28,500.00 Public Notice is hereby given that the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS COSTS: in the amount of: $360.00 James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders ers has awarded a contract without com- following Resolution No. 2017-264 was of the Board Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $24.48 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $22.95 petitive bidding as an extraordinary adopted by the Board of Chosen Free- 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $20.40 PUBLIC NOTICE unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. holders of the County of Union, at their PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the Regular Meeting, which was held on March UNION COUNTY BOARD resolution authorizing it is available for 23, 2017 UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD public inspection in the Office of the Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS of the Board. of the Board Chosen Freeholders NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: 3/23/17 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: 3/23/17 Date Adopted: 3/23/17 RESOLUTION NO: 2017-267 BE IT RESOLVED, that the following Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 3/23/17 Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the AWARDED TO: Various Agencies statements of Revenues and Appropria- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Jewish Family Service $112,000.00 tions shall constitute the Budget of the ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Sage, Eldercare Inc $110,615.00 County of Union for Fiscal Year 2017; and petitive bidding as an extraordinary ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as an Professional service petitive bidding as an Professional service Inpatient Care Services $29,376.00 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. petitive bidding as an extraordinary pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This pursuant to N.J.S.A.40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This The Gateway Family/YMCA-WISE Budget be published in the Star Ledger in 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. contract and the resolution authorizing it is contract and the resolution authorizing it is $45,000.00 the issue of Wednesday, March 29, 2017; resolution authorizing it is available for 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office Adult Day Services and public inspection in the Office of the Clerk resolution authorizing it is available for of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. JFK Adult Medical Day Program BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a of the Board. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk $19,575.00 hearing on the Budget and Tax Resolution RESOLUTION NO: 2017-260 RESOLUTION NO: 2017-271 of the Board. RESOLUTION NO: 2017-268 Alzheimer’s Assn NJ Chapter will be held at the Union County Adminis- AWARDED TO: Dr. Eshban Muthuka, AWARDED TO: Netta Architects, of amending (Resolution No. 2017-186) RESOLUTION NO: 2017-280 $5,000.00 tration Building, on APRIL 27, 2017 at Somerset, New Jersey Mountainside, New Jersey AWARDED TO: Various Agencies AWARDED TO: Group I&I Caregiver Conference 7:00 P.M.. at which time and place objec- SERVICES: to provide professional Psy- SERVICES: to provide Design, Con- SERVICES: to provide services to Union Consultancy SERVICES: to provide Respite Care tions to said Budget and Tax Resolution chiatric Services to the patients of the struction Administration and Inspection County residents 60 years of age or older SERVICES: to provide the Union County services to unpaid caregivers of Union for the Fiscal Year 2017 may be presented Cornerstone Behavioral Health Hospital of Services for Wash Stations at Ashbrook PERIOD: January 1, 2017-December Workforce Development Board with pro- County by taxpayers and other interested per- Union County Park & Cedar Brook Park Maintenance 31, 2017 fessional research, writing, strategic policy. PERIOD: January1, 2017-Decemer 31, sons: PERIOD: March 16, 2017- March 15, Facilities, Township of Scotch Plains, City COSTS: in the amount not to exceed: PERIOD: March 6, 2017-March 31, 2018 2017 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE- 2018 of Plainfield, County of Union, New Jersey $1,591,415.00 for a grand total not to COSTS: in the amount not to exceed: COSTS: in the total amount not to ex- SOLVED, that the Board of Chosen Free- COSTS: in the total amount not to ex- COSTS: for an amount not to exceed: exceed $2,952,874.0 $100,000.00 ceed: $321,566 holders of the County of Union does hereby ceed $112,200.00 $40,500.00 James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk Approve and Introduce the Budget for the James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. 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Guaranteed 3/4 of contract hours. Work tools, supplies & equipment provided at no cost. Conditional Blue Devil Boys Strong in Throws & Distance housing provided for non- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 commuting workers. Coach Tafelski revealed. “Spencer Coach Tafelski said. have some promising young fresh- Transportation & subsistence was second in the county 800 indoor Promising distance newcomers are men and sophomores and they are reimbursed to worker upon and he was third in the sectional. Matt juniors Alex Pinkowski, Stuart Pol- showing some promise.” completion of 50% of contract, or was eighth in the 800 at the Meet of lock and Ethan Belka and sophomore Junior Benny Buontempo was the earlier, if appropriate. EOE. Champs and he had an outstanding Cooper Brennan. Blue Devils’ top performer in the $12.38/hr, applicable piece rates indoor season at 4:23 for the 16[00 “Some of those new guys could discus. He will have company with depending on crop activity, or meters]. Jake ran a 2:00 flat for the emerge and take some of those var- O’Brien, Gagum and Ricca. current applicable AEWR. Raise/ 800 indoor.” sity spots,” Coach Tafelski said. “We got Coston and Jeff as well in bonus at employer discretion. The fourth spot is still up for grabs. The field events look quite strong, the discus. We got Phil Ricca who Worksite in Monroe & Orleans “The fourth could be Cameron especially the javelin. Seniors Tom wrestled and Benny Buontempo was Co. NY. Applicants report/send a McLaughlin, who ran a 2:01 last Fuccillo, Ian Humphrey and Ben our top discus thrower last year,” said resume to the nearest NJ Career spring. Gabe Givelber and James Kelly were members of the winning Tafelski, who also pointed out, “We Center office or call 908-412- McCutcheon have both run a 2:03. UCR javelin squad. got a really strong throws crew. We 7980& ref job order # NY1200667. 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We throwing crew, because Union beat championship game the PeeWee A team had two shutout wins against teams from Tafelski expressed. should be very competitive in all three us on the track.” NY, and played strong throughout the tournament, by scoring 19 total goals with Exercise Machine. Space Saving Singh, who has been particularly throwing events,” Coach Tafelski said Fuccillo, along with seniors Dan only two goals scored against them. Design. Padded Bench. impressive in cross-country, will have The shot put also shows promise LaMastra and Sam Bennett, are ex- Adjustable Height and Resistence. company in the 3,200 and 1,600. with the return of seniors Coston pected to compete in the long jump Perfect For Home or Dorm! “Aditya is more of a longer dis- O’Brien, Jeff Gagum and Phil Ricca. and triple jump. Presently, the Blue Annual Greta’s Run Set Excellent Condition, $60. tance guy. He focuses on the 3,200 “Coston was our top thrower in the Devils are looking to set up a pole Call (908) 654-6091 and the 16 but he’s backed up by Jake shot put and Jeff Gagum is coming vaulting squad. and Matt, McCutcheon, Spencer and back. Those are our top two shot For April 23 at Roosevelt Reading is Good For You Gabe. They really are like the nucleus putters,” Coach Tafelski noted. “We PUBLIC NOTICE of our like Alpha crew. Then we got a BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE The annual Greta’s Run is set for childhood friends, Greta’s Run is a whole bunch of younger guys coming PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION Sunday, April 23, at Roosevelt Inter- neighborhood centerpiece that 1,300 up. One of the nice things about the TOWN OF WESTFIELD Mountainside Public Schools is commit- mediate School on 301 Clark Street in people of all abilities look forward to spring is you get to see from your BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ted to protecting Beechwood School and Westfield. The course is USATF cer- participating in. All proceeds benefit Deerfield School students’ and staff’s younger crew who are your emerging The Board of Adjustment of the Town tified and sanctioned. Prizes and bib/ people with special and adaptive health. As required by the Department of of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on shirt pickup details will be announced needs. stars for next fall’s cross-country,” Education regulations, all drinking water April 10, 2017, in the Council Chambers outlets in our facilities must be sampled for closer to race day. Greta’s Run skipped a year to be- at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad lead. Mountainside Public Schools has Wheelchairs/Handcycles are wel- come a 501c3 volunteer-led nonprofit, goleader.com/subscribe WF’s DeMartino Wins Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. scheduled the lead drinking water sam- to hear and consider the following appeals come, and volunteers will be present moved to Roosevelt Intermediate pling for Beechwood School and Deerfield For Gettysburg Coll. for bulk (c) and/or (d) variance relief from for course assistance if needed. Day School, and changed the date from PUBLIC NOTICE School for Wednesday, April 12, 2017. requirements of the Westfield Land Use GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The red-hot of schedule is 9-10:45 a.m.: Bib/Shirt September to April. Participants travel SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Ordinance. Why Test School Drinking Water for Gettysburg College baseball team Pick-up; 9-10:45 a.m.: Day-of Regis- in from 24 states, so Greta’s Run CHANCERY DIVISION Lead? Ruthal Holding West, LLC., 177 East UNION COUNTY completed a 4-0 homestand with a Lead can cause serious health prob- tration; 11 a.m.: 5k Start; 12-1 p.m.: adopted a Local and National ap- Broad Street. Applicant is seeking ap- DOCKET NO. F-001008-17 doubleheader sweep of Mount lems if too much enters the body from Awards and Refreshments. proach to impact. This year, Chal- proval to construct a 1,290 square foot, FILE NO. 22744-16 drinking water or other sources. Lead is Aloysius College in non-conference one-story addition contrary to Sections Greta’s Run is a 5k Run, Walk, Roll lenged Athletes Foundation and the most dangerous for pregnant women, in- NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT action on March 25 at Kirchhoff Field. 11.25A, 11.25E2, 11.25E3, 17.02C5c of and Fundraiser organized in memory Christopher and Dana Reeve Foun- fants, and children under 6 years old. Ex- the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance al- (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: The Bullets (10-6-1) won the opener posure to high levels of lead during preg- of Greta Schoenemann, a Westfield dation will benefit. lows a second floor office use only. Pro- ROSA ALVARENGA-MEJIA; 8-1, then captured a 5-2 victory in the nancy contributes to low birth weight and High School freshman who died from posed is a first floor office use. Ordinance PUBLIC NOTICE JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF developmental delays in infants. In young nightcap to run their winning streak requires a minimum side yard setback of injuries sustained on the first anniver- ROSA ALVARENGA-MEJIA; children, lead exposure can lower IQ lev- TOWN OF WESTFIELD to nine – their longest since a 23- 10 feet. Proposed is 7.9 feet. Ordinance sary of 9/11, when a tree fell on her els, affect hearing, reduce attention span, YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND requires a minimum rear yard setback of INVITATION TO BID gamer in 2014. and hurt school performance. At very high during lunch. Organized by Greta’s REQUIRED to serve upon PELLEGRINO 16 feet. Proposed is 4 feet. Ordinance Junior Brad DeMartino of levels, lead can even cause brain dam- The Westfield Police Department is seek- AND FELDSTEIN, LLC, plaintiff’s attor- requires 33 parking spaces for a ground age. ing professional services for the supplying neys, whose address is 290 Route 46 Westfield took a no-hitter into the floor office use. Proposed are 0 parking PUBLIC NOTICE of uniforms for the Westfield Police De- West, Denville, New Jersey, an Answer to fifth inning of the opener and allowed spaces. Lead is rarely found in the source water; TOWN OF WESTFIELD partment. Sealed proposals will be re- the Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in rather it enters the drinking water primarily just two hits, while striking out seven Mitchell & Isabel Peixoto, 762 BOARD OF EDUCATION ceived by the Town of Westfield in the which TTLBL, LLC is the plaintiff and ROSA as a result of the corrosion, or wearing over five and two-thirds scoreless Carleton Road. Applicants are seeking Council Chambers at the Municipal Build- ALVARENGAMEJIA, ET ALS; are defen- away, of materials containing lead in the REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL approval to construct an addition with a ing, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New dants, pending in the Superior Court of innings. service line or interior plumbing. These deck contrary to Sections 11.09E5 (per The Board of Education of the Westfield Jersey on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at 10:00 New Jersey, Chancery Division, UNION materials include lead-based solder used 12.03D) and 11.09E13 of the Land Use School District, Union County, New Jer- am. County and bearing Docket No. F-001008- to join copper pipe, brass and chrome- Ordinance. Ordinance requires a minimum sey, hereby advertises for Request For Proposals must be delivered at the place 17 within thirty-five (35) days after March brass faucets, and in some cases, pipes Probitas Verus Honos front yard setback of 37.23 feet. Proposed Proposal in accordance with N.J.S.A. and before the hour mentioned in a sealed 30, 2017 exclusive of such date. If you fail made of lead that connect buildings to is 34.1 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum 19A:44A-20.4 et seq. envelope marked “Police Uniforms for the to answer or appear in accordance with water mains (service lines). Since 1986, all continuous wall length adjacent to a side PROPOSAL FOR: Westfield Police Department” bearing the Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by Default may be plumbing materials must be “lead free”. PUBLIC NOTICE property line of 25 feet. Proposed is a RPF Labor/Personnel Counsel for the name and address of the bidder, addressed rendered against you for relief demanded The law currently allows plumbing materi- continuous wall length of + 38 feet. 2017-2018 School Year to the Town of Westfield, 425 East Broad in the Complaint. You shall file your An- TOWNSHHIP OF CRANFORD als to be up to 0.25 percent lead to be PROPOSAL DUE: Street, Westfield, New Jersey, and must swer and Proof of Service in duplicate with PLANNING BOARD Joshua Dunkelman, 226 South labeled as “lead free”. However, prior to April 25, 2017 at 2:00 PM be in the office of the Clerk on or before the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Scotch Plains Avenue. Applicant is seek- January 4, 2014, “lead free” allowed up to PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plan- All necessary Proposal specifications the hour named. Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - CN ing approval to construct a two-story addi- 8 percent lead content of the wetted sur- ning Board (the “Board”) of the Township and Proposal forms may be secured from, Bids must be accompanied by a pro- 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accor- tion contrary to Sections 11.09E7 and faces of plumbing products including those of Cranford will hold a public hearing on Westfield Board of Education Purchasing posal guarantee in the form of a certified dance with the Rules of Civil Practice and 11.09E13 of the Land Use Ordinance. labeled National Sanitation Foundation April 20, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Office 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jer- check, cashier’s check or bid bond in an Procedure. Ordinance requires a minimum rear yard (NSF) certified. Chambers, Room 107 at the Township of sey 07090 (908) 789-4407. amount of 10% of the total bid, payable to You are further advised that if you are setback of 35 feet. Proposed is 31.7 feet. Cranford Town Hall building located at 8 What Actions Are We Taking? The Proposals will be received at the the Town of Westfield. Each proposal unable to obtain an attorney you may com- Ordinance allows a maximum continuous Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey Prior to sampling, Mountainside Public Administration Building, 302 Elm Street, must be accompanied by a surety com- municate with the Lawyer Referral Service wall length adjacent to a side property line 07016, to review a preliminary investiga- Schools developed a Lead Sampling Plan Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date pany certification stating that the said Surety of the County of Venue and that if you of 25 feet. Proposed is a continuous wall tion of the properties located at 215 and for Beechwood School and Deerfield and at the time indicated. Company will provide the bidder with the cannot afford an attorney, you may com- length of 42 feet. 235 Birchwood Avenue, Block 291, Lot School and conducted a plumbing profile. Proposals must be made on the pro- required performance bond in the full municate with the Legal Services Office of 15.01 and Block 292, Lot 2 (the “Property”) Frances Connors, 518 Kimball Av- The purpose of the plumbing profile was to posal forms in the manner designated. amount to be contracted. the County of Venue. The telephone num- and occupying a total of approximately enue. Applicant is seeking approval to identify all drinking water outlets and evalu- Proposals must be endorsed on the out- Bidders must be in compliance with all ber of such agencies are as follows: Law- 15.87 acres in the Township of Cranford, construct a 14 feet x 17 feet deck contrary ate the plumbing materials of the school to side of the sealed envelope, with the name provisions of Chapter 127 pl 1975 supple- yer Referral Service 908-353-4715 - Legal to determine whether to make a recom- to Section 12.04F2 of the Land Use Ordi- determine if lead solder, lead pipes or a of the vendor, the vendor’s address and ment for the law against discrimination Services Office 908-354-4340. mendation that the Property should be nance. Ordinance allows a maximum build- lead service line are present. the name of the supplies, equipment, or (Affirmative Action). Bidders statement of THE ACTION has been instituted for the designated by the Governing Body of the ing coverage with a deck of 22%. Pro- services for which the proposal is submit- ownership, as required by Chapter 33 of purpose of foreclosing the following tax Contact Wayne DeVico, Supervisor of Township of Cranford as a Non-Condem- posed is 23.2%. ted. It is understood and agreed that pro- the Public Laws of 1977, must be submit- sale certificate: Maintenance and Custodial Services, 908 nation Area in Need of Redevelopment posals may be delivered before the time or ted with all bids. 1. A certain tax certificate 14-0178, sold Gordon & Wayne Holder, 324 232-8828, Ext. 305, to view the Beechwood pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:12A -5 and -6. at the place specified for opening. The Bidders must submit valid State of New on 10/9/2014, dated 10/15/2014, and was Livingston Street. Applicants are seek- School and Deerfield School Sampling Although the Township previously reserved Board of Education assumes no responsi- Jersey Business Registration Certificate. recorded on 12/31/2014 in Book 13864 at ing approval to construct a two-story addi- Plan. its rights to exercise the power of eminent bility for bids mailed or misdirected in de- At its sole option, Town of Westfield shall Page 828, made by DAVID MARSHALL, tion with a deck contrary to Sections domain, the Township is now the owner of All drinking water outlets in Beechwood livery. No proposals shall be received after have the right to extend this contract for Collector of Taxes of PLAINFIELD, and 12.03D, 11.12E6 (per 13.02C2), and the Property and is considering designat- School and Deerfield School will be the time designated. two (2) additional one (1) year periods State of New Jersey to TTLBL, LLC and 13.02C1 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- ing the Property as a Non-Condemnation sampled on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. Proposals shall be in conformance with from the date of expiration of the first subsequently assigned to plaintiff, TTLBL, nance requires a minimum front yard set- Area in the Need of Redevelopment. A We anticipate receiving the results from the applicable requirements of contract year under the same contract LLC. This covers real estate located in back of 25 feet. Proposed is 19.6 feet. determination to recommend that the Prop- our laboratory within two weeks of sam- N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 et. seq., pertaining to term and conditions. All proposers are PLAINFIELD, County of UNION, and State Ordinance requires a minimum side yard erty be designated as a Non-Condemna- pling. Upon receiving the sample results, the “Public School Contracts Law”. requested to provide percentage in- of New Jersey, known as LOT 49 BLOCK setback for a deck of 10 feet. Proposed is tion Area in Need of Redevelopment shall we will inform you if any of the drinking The Board of Education of the Town of creases, if any, for each of the two (2) 218 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map 8 feet. Ordinance requires a deck to be not authorize the municipality to exercise water outlets had a result greater than the Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, subsequent periods. Failure to do so will and Tax Map duplicate of PLAINFIELD located in the rear yard. Proposed is the the power of eminent domain to acquire action level of 15 µg/l (parts per billion reserves the right to reject any or all pro- not result in rejection of a bid. Award of the and concerns premises commonly known side yard. Property in the delineated area. [ppb]) and will post all of the results on our posals pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-2(s), contract shall be based upon the firm fixed as 1414-16 BRADFORD STREET, Interested parties or those that may be Neil & Hilary Brown, 543 Prospect website at www.mountainsideschools.org. (t), (x), (y), 18A:18A-4(a), 18A:18A-22, and price for the first year only. Thereafter, the PLAINFIELD, New Jersey. affected by designation of the Property as Street. Applicants are seeking approval to The results will be used to assist in the to waive any informalities. The Board fur- Town of Westfield will exercise its option to YOU, ROSA ALVARENGA-MEJIA, are a Non-Condemnation Area in Need of construct an addition contrary to Section prioritization of future water testing for lead ther reserves the right to take such alter- extend the contract not later than ninety made party defendant to the above fore- Redevelopment may appear, either in per- 11.07E14 of the Land Use Ordinance. in accordance with Beechwood School nates as they deem appropriate, and in (90) days before the expiration of each closure action because you are the owner son or by attorney and present comments, Ordinance requires a one car garage. Ex- and Deerfield School Lead Sampling Plan. any order that the Board feels may be in contract period by mailing a notice to the of a property which is the subject of the evidence or questions that they may have isting and proposed is no garage. the best interest of the Westfield Public contractor. The Town of Westfield is under above entitled action. Beechwood School and Deerfield School regarding the preliminary investigation to School District. no obligation to extend the contract be- YOU, JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF ROSA Robert Hickey, 725 Dorian Road. Ap- will also implement immediate remedial determine whether to the Property should All vendors are required to comply with yond the second or third year. ALVARENGA-MEJIA, are made party de- plicant is seeking approval to construct an measures for any drinking water outlet be designated by the Governing Body of the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et. The effective period of this contract will fendant to the above foreclosure action in-ground swimming pool contrary to Sec- with a result greater than the action level of the Township of Cranford as a Non-Con- seq., Affirmative Action Against Discrimi- be as specified to in this proposal. Con- because plaintiff has been unable to deter- tions 12.04G and 13.02D5 of the Land Use 15 µg/l (ppb). This will include turning off demnation Area in Need of Redevelop- nation and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et. seq. tinuation of the terms of this contract be- mine whether defendant ROSA Ordinance. Ordinance allows a maximum the outlet unless it is determined the loca- ment. The hearing may be continued with- Corporate vendors are required by law yond the fiscal year is contingent on avail- ALVARENGA-MEJIA is married, and if all improvement coverage of 8,000 square tion must remain on for non-drinking pur- out further notice on such additional or (Chapter 33, Laws of 1977) to submit a list ability of funds in the following year’s bud- married, the name of ROSA feet. Proposed is 10,106 square feet. Ordi- poses. In these cases, a “DO NOT DRINK other dates as the Board may determine. of names and addresses of all stockhold- get. In the event of unavailability of such ALVARENGAMEJIA’s spouse. If ROSA nance requires a solid fence pool enclo- – SAFE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY” sign The preliminary investigation, including a ers owning 10% or more of their stock. funds, the Township reserves the right to ALVARENGA-MEJIA is married, the plain- sure. Proposed is an open, wrought-iron will be posted. map of the Property and statement setting All vendors shall submit with their pro- cancel this contract. tiff joins JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF ROSA fence. forth the basis for the investigation and How Can I Learn More? posal package a copy of the New Jersey Specifications and proposal forms may ALVARENGA-MEJIA as a defendant for other supporting materials will be avail- Variances, waivers or exceptions from For more information about water qual- Business Registration Certificate as is- be examined and picked up at the Town of any possessory or marital rights you may able for public inspection during municipal certain site plan details or relief from re- ity in our schools, please contact Wayne sued by the Department of Treasury of the Westfield, Purchasing Agent, 425 East have. business hours at the office of the Munici- quirements may be sought as appropriate. DeVoico, Supervisor of Maintenance and State of New Jersey. (N.J.S.A. 52:32-44). Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, DATED: March 24, 2017 pal Clerk and the Zoning and Planning Plans and application are on file in the Custodial Services at 908-232-8828, Ext. VENDORS NOTE: Proposal security is Monday through Friday between the hours Michelle M. Smith, Clerk Office, both of which are located in the office of the Town Engineer, 959 North 305. For information about water quality waived for this bid proposal. of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Superior Court of New Jersey Cranford Township Town Hall, 8 Spring- Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and and sampling for lead at home, contact By order of the Town of Westfield Board The Mayor and Council reserve the right PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. field Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey 07016. may be seen Monday through Friday from your local water supplier or refer to the of Education, Union County, New Jersey. to reject any and all bids, also waive any Denville Law Center Kathleen Murray 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Department of Environmental Protection’s Dana Sullivan informality if it is deemed advisable so to 290 Route 46 West Board Secretary Linda Jacus website at http://www.nj.gov/dep/ Business Administrator, do. Denville, New Jersey 07834 2 T - 3/30/17 Board Secretary watersupply/dwc-lead-schools.html. Board Secretary 2 T - 3/23/17 (973) 586-2300 & 4/6/17, The Leader Fee: $100.98 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $81.60 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $83.13 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $59.67 & 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $129.54 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $73.44 Page 20 Thursday, March 30, 2017 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WESTFIELD Avenue for making an illegal turn. Thursday, March 16, two people Following an investigation at the were arrested pursuant to a motor scene, police determined that a pas- vehicle stop on the 500 block of senger, White, had an active warrant West South Avenue. The driver, out of the Warren County Sheriff’s Kendall Ruiz, 27, of Irvington, was Monday, March 20, Christopher substance (CDS) in a motor vehicle. Department. While being taken into charged with possession of less than Gaeta, 46, of Brick was arrested pur- Sunday, March 19, Christopher custody, it was determined that White 50 grams of suspected marijuana. A suant to the investigation of a motor Wollett, 33, of Lawrenceville was was in possession of an amount of passenger in the vehicle, Earl Jacobs, vehicle accident at West North Av- arrested and charged with driving Oxycodone. White was processed 41, of Newark, was arrested on an enue and Crossway Place on two while intoxicated (DWI), after a 2015 and subsequently turned over to the outstanding traffic warrant from outstanding traffic warrants, one Lexus was stopped at the intersec- Warren County Sheriff’s Depart- Roselle Park. Both individuals were from Tinton Falls and the other from tion of Centennial and East Lincoln ment. The driver was issued a motor transported to police headquarters, Holmdel, each with bail of $1,500. Avenues for a lane violation. Fol- vehicle summons for making an ille- where Ruiz was released with a sum- Gaeta was processed and posted bail. lowing an investigation at the scene, gal turn. mons and Jacobs was released after Monday, March 20, Ajai Naicken, police determined that Wollett was SCOTCH PLAINS posting $284 bail. 35, of Plainfield turned himself in at DWI. He was arrested, processed Monday, March 20, David Friday, March 17, Ahmad police headquarters on an outstand- and released to a friend pending a Caizaguano, 20, of Elizabeth was Kamara, 27, of New Brunswick was ing traffic warrant from Westfield, Municipal Court appearance. Wollett arrested and charged with DWI after arrested on an outstanding traffic with $89 bail. He was processed and also was issued motor vehicle sum- police responded to the 2200 block warrant from Westfield, with $1,000 posted bail. monses for DWI and careless driv- of South Avenue for a report of a bail, pursuant to a prisoner pickup Tuesday, March 21, Derek C. ing. motor vehicle accident. Caizaguano at the Middlesex County jail. He Wanfried, 26, of Westfield was ar- Sunday, March 19, Meredith was not injured in the accident and was transported to police headquar- rested and charged with possession Rivera, 27, of Westfield was arrested was transported to police headquar- ters, where he was processed and of less than 50 grams of suspected and charged with DWI after police ters and processed. held in lieu of bail. marijuana, pursuant to a motor ve- responded to the intersection of Cen- Monday, March 20, Daijon Scott, Friday, March 17, Magdaline hicle stop in the area of East Dudley tennial Avenue and Raritan Road for 23, of Hillside was arrested on an Loiseau, 41, of Roselle was arrested Avenue near Elm Street. He was a reported motor vehicle accident. outstanding warrant out of Union on an outstanding traffic warrant transported to police headquarters, Following an investigation at the Township during a motor vehicle TOP OF THEIR CLASS...David Heisey, center, principal of Scotch Plains- from Rahway, with bail set at $250, processed and released on a sum- scene, police determined that the stop. Scott was transported to police Fanwood High School, has announced the names of the Valedictorian and subsequent to a motor vehicle stop mons. driver of a 2010 Toyota, Rivera, was headquarters and processed. Salutatorian for the Class of 2017. Valedictorian is Caroline McNichol, left, and in the area of Central Avenue and Wednesday, March 22, Michelle operating the vehicle while intoxi- Tuesday, March 21, the manager Salutatorian is Max Mazursky. Washington Street. She was trans- Rochinsky, 24, of Union was arrested cated. Rivera was arrested, processed at a gas station located on Route 22 ported to police headquarters, pro- pursuant to a motor vehicle stop at and released to a friend pending a reported a theft after an unknown cessed and released on her own re- West Broad Street and Florence Av- Municipal Court appearance. Rivera male removed cash from inside the Saint Peter's Prep cognizance by the Rahway Police enue on charges of possession of was issued motor vehicle summonses building. The incident currently is Department. less than 50 grams of suspected mari- for careless driving and DWI. under investigation. Friday, March 17, Dominic juana and possession of drug para- Monday, March 20, Adrian Tuesday, March 21, a resident of Announces Honor Roll Agnese, 40, of Garwood was ar- phernalia. She was transported to Santiago, 21, of Jersey City was ar- the 400 block of Farley Avenue re- rested on an outstanding traffic war- police headquarters, where she was rested on charges of possession of ported a burglary that occurred be- JERSEY CITY – James C. tained by Kyle Kelly, '17; Brendan rant from Garwood, with bail set at DeAngelo, ’85, Principal of Saint McEwen, '17; Adam Miller, '18; and processed and released with a sum- less than 50 grams of suspected mari- tween 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The $300, subsequent to a motor vehicle mons. juana and possession of parapherna- suspect entered the home through a Peter’s Prep in Jersey City, has an- John Vinci, '17. stop at West South Avenue and the nounced that the following local resi- Westfield: Stuart Callinan, '17; Jack- Thursday, March 23, two people lia, after a 1996 Honda was stopped rear window and stole cash and jew- south-side train station. He was trans- were arrested pursuant to a motor ve- at the intersection of East North and elry. The incident currently is under dents earned honor roll status and son Tennant, '17; Simir Cooper, '18; ported to police headquarters, pro- other academic awards for the third Brendan Kane, '18; Mark Lovito, '19; hicle stop in the area of Central and Forest Avenues for multiple equip- investigation. cessed and turned over to the Elizabeth Avenues. The driver, Jessenia ment violations. Following an inves- Wednesday, March 22, a resident marking period of 2016-2017: and Colin Elliott, '20 earned First Hon- Garwood Police Department. Cranford: Lucas Coleman, '17; James ors. Daniel Manganello, '17; Owen Atoche-Murillo, 23, of Linden, was tigation at the scene, police located of the 2300 block of Redwood Road Saturday, March 18, Stephen D. charged with possession of less than marijuana inside the vehicle. reported an incident of fraud. The Paradiso, ‘18; Andrew Tobin, '18; James Heim, '18; Aidan Lezynski, '19; Nicho- Ojomo, 33, of Roselle was arrested Anderson, ‘19; Timothy Garcia, '19; las Manganello, '19; Andrew Cherry, 50 grams of suspected marijuana. A Santiago was arrested, processed and victim stated that someone had on an outstanding traffic warrant passenger, Ernesto Atoche, 18, also of released pending a Municipal Court gained access to her personal infor- and Liam Concannon, '20 earned First '20; Brian Mikovits, '20; Jack Riley, from West New York, with $192 Honors. Michael Larkin, '17; Matthew '20; and Kevin Tierney, '20 earned Sec- Linden, was charged with possession appearance. Additionally, Santiago mation and filed a fraudulent IRS bail, pursuant to a motor vehicle of less than 50 grams of suspected was issued motor vehicle summonses return. Baldowski, '19; Marek Wlodarski, '19; ond Honors. Honorable Mention was stop in the area of South Avenue and and Patrick Keenaghan, '19, earned attained by Angus Applegarth, '17; marijuana and possession of drug para- for unclear plates, driving with a Wednesday, March 22, Claudia A. Sussex Street. He was transported to phernalia. Both were transported to suspended license and possession of Menture, 37, of Plainfield was ar- Second Honors. Honorable Mention Matthew Phillips, '17; William Slaski, police headquarters, where he was was attained by John Curran, '18; Luis '18; Christian Della Rocco, '19; Patrick police headquarters, processed and re- a CDS in a motor vehicle. rested on an outstanding warrant out processed and released after posting leased with a summons. Monday, March 20, Giancarlo of Plainfield during the course of a Espinal, ‘18; Jacob Quinones, '20; and Johnston, '19; Matthew Preite, '19; bail. Andrew Schmutter, '20. Timothy Rosa, '19; Salvatore CRANFORD Ligotti, 28, of Staten Island, N.Y. motor vehicle stop. She was trans- Saturday, March 18, Charles M. Friday, March 17, Kareem Awad, was arrested for possession of less ported to police headquarters and Fanwood: Liam Christman, '19 Imbornone, '20; Stephen Jennings, Jr., Newsome, 31, of Elizabeth was ar- earned First Honors. Aidan Christman, '20; Peter Munkittrick, '20; and Michael 32, of Jersey City was arrested on than 50 grams of suspected mari- processed. rested on an outstanding criminal charges of possession of less than 50 juana, possession of a hypodermic Thursday, March 23, Jennifer L. '20 earned an Honorable Mention. O'Neill. warrant from Westfield, with $341 Mountainside: Connor McGee, '17; First Honors is awarded to students grams of suspected marijuana and syringe and possession of parapher- Blair, 36, of Newark was arrested bail, pursuant to a prisoner pickup at possession of paraphernalia, after a nalia, after a 2005 Cadillac was and charged with DWI as a result of Keith Schmidt, '18; and Kyle Hess, '19 with an average of A or higher (4.0) and the Elizabeth Police Department. He earned Second Honors. Honorable no grade lower than a C. Second Hon- 2017 Nissan was stopped at the in- stopped at the intersection of Raritan a motor vehicle stop. She was trans- was transported to Westfield police tersection of Centennial Avenue and Road and Coleman Avenue for hav- ported to police headquarters and Mention was attained by Thomas ors is awarded to students with an aver- headquarters, where he was pro- Hannan, '18 and Jay Post, '20. age at or above the midpoint between A the Garden State Parkway 136 North- ing an expired inspection sticker. processed. cessed and held in lieu of bail. bound ramp for following too closely Following an investigation at the Thursday, March 23, Krystal A. Scotch Plains: Theo MacMillan, '17; and B+ (3.7) and no grade lower than a Monday, March 20, Uriah Sum- Sean FitzGibbon, '18; and Ethan C. Honorable Mention is awarded to and failing to maintain lane. Follow- scene, police located marijuana and Sanchez, 26, of Union City was ar- mers, 28, of Plainfield was arrested ing an investigation at the scene, hypodermic syringes inside the ve- rested on an outstanding warrant out MacMillan, '20 earned First Honors. students with an average of B+ or higher on an outstanding traffic warrant Matthew Coyne, '18; Aidan Guarnuccio, (3.5) and no grade lower than a C. police located marijuana inside the hicle. A passenger, Ligotti, was ar- of Scotch Plains. Sanchez turned her- from Westfield, with bail set at $250. vehicle. The driver, Awad, was ar- rested, processed and released pend- self in to satisfy the warrant. '20; and Sean Ryan, '20 earned Second Summers was transported from the Honors. Honorable Mention was at- rested, processed and released pend- ing a Municipal Court appearance. Friday, March 24, a resident of Probitas Verus Honos Plainfield Police Department to ing a Municipal Court appearance. The driver was issued motor vehicle Acacia Road reported an incident of Westfield police headquarters, where Awad also was issued motor vehicle summonses for being unlicensed and fraud. The victim stated that her PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE he was processed. He was unable to summonses for careless driving, driv- failure to inspect. credit card company mailed new TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS post bail and was committed to the ing with a suspended license and Tuesday, March 21, Serena White, cards to her house which she never BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Union County jail. possessing a controlled dangerous 34, of Kearny was arrested on charges PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF received. The cards were used at that the following Ordinance was finally ORDINANCE 17-06-R of possession of CDS (Oxycodone) numerous locations. The incident adopted by the Township Council of the AND PUBLIC HEARING and possession of paraphernalia, as currently is under investigation. Township of Scotch Plains, County of An ordinance was introduced by the Univ. Rochester Names Local well as contempt of court, after a Saturday, March 25, Donald E. Union, New Jersey, on the 21st of March Mayor and Council of the Borough of 2004 Jeep was stopped at the inter- 2017. Williams, 40, of Scotch Plains was Fanwood on March 21, 2017. Copies of section of Raritan Road and Coleman arrested on outstanding warrants out ORDINANCE 2017-4 this ordinance can be obtained without Students to Dean’s List cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood of Woodbridge, Green Brook and AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Reading is Good For You the Union County Sheriff’s Depart- ARTICLE 28-7 (TOW RATES) ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Univer- Joanna Nogan, and a graduate of Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours IN CHAPTER XXVIII (TOWING ment. He was arrested after officers of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. sity of Rochester announced the Westfield High School in Westfield. AND STORAGE SERVICES) responded to his home regarding a This Ordinance repeals Chapter A395 of Dean’s List for the fall 2016 semes- Anthony A. Pericolo, a freshman OF THE REVISED GENERAL the Borough Code regarding personnel dispute. ORDINANCES OF THE ter. Local students named include: majoring in engineering science at policies and employee manual. Saturday, March 25, Melvin A. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Lauren Anne Nogan, a junior ma- the University of Rochester, has been This ordinance is scheduled for public PLAINS TO AMEND THE BA- Hanciles, 25, was arrested and hearing and adoption on April 17, 2017, at joring in health, behavior and society named to the Dean’s List for aca- SIC TOW RATES AND RATES charged with disorderly conduct 7:00 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North and molecular genetics at the Univer- demic achievement for the fall 2016 FOR EXTRA TOW SERVICE after police responded to a busi- Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. sity of Rochester, has been named to semester. BOZENA LACINA, RMC Eleanor McGovern the Dean’s List for academic achieve- Mr. Pericolo, a resident of ness on Terrill Road on a report of MUNICIPAL CLERK Borough Clerk a male panhandling and drinking 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $20.91 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $19.89 ment for the fall 2016 semester. Westfield, is the child of Anthony Ms. Nogan, a resident of Westfield, Pericolo and Catherine S. Pericolo, goleader.com/subscribe in public. Police located Hanciles, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is the child of Joseph Nogan and and a graduate of Westfield High who was arrested after he failed to School in Westfield. cooperate during the investigation. NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Hanciles also was issued a town- DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES STATE OF NEW JERSEY 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY PUBLIC NOTICE ship summons for loitering and ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 CHANCERY DIVISION drinking in public. Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under UNION COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY WINERY SALESROOM N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 4/6/17, downloaded, and DOCKET NO. F-017449-16 CHANCERY DIVISION Take notice that Gloria J Designs, LLC PUBLIC NOTICE publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New FILE NO. 21991-16 UNION COUNTY trading as Gloria J Wines has applied to Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey DOCKET NO. 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This Contract, and hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and hours of nine o’clock in the forenoon and 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 the Resolution authorizing it, are available four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing four o’clock in the afternoon, prevailing 3 T - 3/16/17, 3/23/17 and 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $165.24 for public inspection in the Municipal Build- time, at the office of the Tax Collector of time, at the office of the Tax Collector of ing. time, at the office of the Tax Collector of PLAINFIELD, located at 515 WATCHUNG LINDEN, located at 301 NORTH WOOD ELIZABETH, located at 50 WINFIELD AVENUE, PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY AVENUE, LINDEN, NEW JERSEY 07036 AWARDED TO: Mott MacDonald, 111 SCOTT PLAZA, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- 07060 as the time and place when and as the time and place when and where you Wood Avenue South, Iselin, New Jer- SEY 07201 as the time and place when where you may pay to the plaintiff the may pay to the plaintiff the amount so sey 08830 and where you may pay to the plaintiff the amount so found due for principal and found due for principal and interest on its SERVICES: Engineering Services – amount so found due for principal and DWI Charges? interest on its certificate of tax sale as certificate of tax sale as follows: Public Works Garage Roof (Resolution interest on its certificate of tax sale as follows: LOT 10 ADTL LOTS: 233, 257, 258 No. 2017-66A) follows: LOT 14 BLOCK 551 on the tax duplicate BLOCK 85 on the tax duplicate of LIN- DATE: March 21, 2017 LOT 135 BLOCK 1 on the tax duplicate of PLAINFIELD. Total amount required to DEN. Total amount required to redeem tax AMOUNT: NTE $36,700 of ELIZABETH. Total amount required to redeem tax sale certificate no. 12-1388 is sale certificate no. 13-00106 is $53,923.42, BOZENA LACINA redeem tax sale certificate no. 13-00007 is Call Jon Bramnick $54,466.36, together with interest from together with interest from March 15, 2017 Municipal Clerk $47,624.45, together with interest from February 28, 2017 and costs of $1,355.38. and costs of $1,548.74. 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $18.36 February 28, 2017 and costs of $1,406.40. And that unless, at the same time and And that unless, at the same time and And that unless, at the same time and And Speak With Our Criminal Defense Team place, you or one of you redeem by paying place, you or one of you redeem by paying PUBLIC NOTICE place, you or one of you redeem by paying the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, BOROUGH OF FANWOOD then you, and each of you shall be de- then you, and each of you shall be de- then you, and each of you shall be de- NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF barred and foreclosed of and from all right barred and foreclosed of and from all right barred and foreclosed of and from all right ORDINANCE 17-07-R and equity of redemption of, in and to the and equity of redemption of, in and to the and equity of redemption of, in and to the AND PUBLIC HEARING We Have Three Former Prosecutors lands and premises above set out and lands and premises above set out and lands and premises above set out and described in the complaint and every part described in the complaint and every part An ordinance was introduced by the described in the complaint and every part thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with Mayor and Council of the Borough of thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with an absolute and indefeasible estate of an absolute and indefeasible estate of Fanwood on March 21, 2017. Copies of an absolute and indefeasible estate of inheritance in fee simple in said lands and inheritance in fee simple in said lands and this ordinance can be obtained without inheritance in fee simple in said lands and 908-322-7000 premises. premises. cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood premises. Anything to the contrary notwithstand- Anything to the contrary notwithstand- Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Anything to the contrary notwithstand- ing, redemption shall be permitted up until ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours ing, redemption shall be permitted up until Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, the entry of final judgment including the the entry of final judgment including the of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. the entry of final judgment including the whole of the last date upon which judg- whole of the last date upon which judg- This Ordinance amends Chapter 214 of whole of the last date upon which judg- Arnold & Mangan, L.L.C. ment is entered. ment is entered. the Borough Code regarding pipelines. ment is entered. Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. This ordinance is scheduled for public Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. Attorney for Plaintiff Attorney for Plaintiff hearing and adoption on April 17, 2017, at Attorney for Plaintiff PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. 7:00 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. 1827 East Second Street, Scotch Plains 290 Route 46 West 290 Route 46 West Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. 290 Route 46 West www.jonbramnick.com Denville, New Jersey 07834 Denville, New Jersey 07834 Eleanor McGovern Denville, New Jersey 07834 (973) 586-2300 (973) 586-2300 Borough Clerk (973) 586-2300 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $54.57 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $53.55 1 T - 3/30/17, The Times Fee: $18.87 1 T - 3/30/17, The Leader Fee: $51.00 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 30, 2017 Page 21 POPCORN Beauty and the Beast The Fairy Tale as Civics Lesson 3 popcorns

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By Michael S. Goldberger underpinning that educates our chil- film critic dren to separate knowledge and truth Beauty and the Beast is much more from the opportunistic chaff that would than “escapist entertainment,” a term I con them for both sport and profit is an rail at. I couldn’t slip into a theater for a egregious error that has, I fear, come few thrills, spills and worse yet, laugh- home to roost. The less informed the ter, when I know outside Rome is burn- electorate, the greater the despot’s ing. That’s just the kind of hairpin I am. chances. I believe society should be fashioned in Hence, while in the course of review- a manner so enlightened that there is ing kiddie flicks I generally let parents CATTERWAULING AROUND...The Yale Alley Cats a cappella group will nothing from which to escape. O.K., know whether they can pass off accom- perform on Saturday, April 1 at 2 p.m. in the Cranford High School (CHS) this is pie-in-the-sky stuff. I like to say panying Junior to willing grandparents auditorium. Admission is $5 and all are welcome. The Alley Cats include CHS it to irk the cynics who not only deride and other trusted surrogates, here I’d alumnus Hale Jaeger. my view as unfeasible, but who, I sus- say don’t be so quick to skip this one. pect, would prefer the current Sturm Oh, the kids already know most of the und Drang to peace and harmony. Why answers. Out of the mouths of babes else would they have invited it? and all that, y’know. But they trust you Yale Alley Cats to Perform That paints a rather grim picture, and most, and they’d doubtlessly like to so here’s where the latest Disney per- share this celebration of right and wrong mutation of Beauty and the Beast, the with you, their first supreme court. A At Cranford High School traditional fairy tale generally attrib- little après theatre rap about it at uted to French novelist Gabrielle- McDonald’s might go a long way to CRANFORD – The Yale Alley Cats brings smiles to people from all walks Suzanne Barbot Villeneuve, rides to providing the ethical security they seek. ARCO ACES...Practice has paid off for Westfield High School violinists Morgan a cappella group will perform a con- of life. Consequently, they have per- the rescue, to at least ameliorate if not Don’t worry. This isn’t that dance Eng, right, and Kevin Li. The sophomores were accepted into the Central Jersey Music Education Association’s Region 2 Orchestra and performed with other cert program at Cranford High School formed for former President Bill save the day. Using the 1991, award- recital or early morning soccer game. In select musicians on January 8 at Montgomery High School. In addition, on on Saturday, April 1, at 2 p.m., as part Clinton, Her Majesty Queen Silvia of winning animated film and the subse- the mode of an especially talented and Saturday March 18, Kevin auditioned for and was accepted into the NJ All-State of their spring concert tour. Admis- Sweden, Aretha Franklin, the set of quent Broadway musical as its tem- dedicated teacher, the lessons are enter- Orchestra. The audition consisted of approximately 100 eligible students from the sion is $5 and will support the NBC’s “The West Wing”, the Martha plate, Bill Condon’s live action version tainingly delivered. Stunning land- three region orchestras. The All State performances will be held on Friday, Cranford High School choral pro- Stewart Living television program, is a bountiful, colorful reminder of this scapes, cute, picture-perfect villages, a November 10 at the NJEA Convention in Atlantic City and Sunday, November 19 gram. The concert will also feature and the main stage at the Dresden genre’s nobly intended purpose. It huge, haunting castle where the Beast at the NPAC in Newark. Craig Stanton, Westfield High School’s Orchestra the Cranford High School Women’s Music Festival. Highlights of this teaches age-old truths. resides and all the storybook appurte- Director, said, "We are all very proud of Morgan and Kevin for their accomplish- Ensemble and Noteworthy Gentle- season include performances in San Being reminded of how the origi- nances computer magic can conjure ments. Making regional and state level orchestra is no easy task. It is a testament men. Cranford High School alumnus Francisco, Washington DC, Geneva, nally arrogant and uncharitable prince provide a sumptuous feast for the eyes. to all of their hard work that they made it this far." and 2016 valedictorian, Hale Jaeger and Paris. This summer the group is cursed for his selfishness and des- What’s more, so as not to exasperate is a member of the Yale Alley Cats. will embark upon an Asian tour, fea- tined to spend the rest of his days as a the gray matter, the characters and their The Yale Alley Cats, a 16-person turing stops in Hong Kong and Seoul. beast, it all clicks into place. Though the motivations are easily recognizable, the WHS Senior Selected to all-male a cappella group, has been Traditionally, the Alley Cats visit story may ultimately lighten the hearts exception being Luke Evans’s Gaston, spreading music around the world the hometown of each new member of both the young target audience and the handsome soldier who relentlessly since 1943. Their repertoire has grown and Cranford High School is proud to their caring, significant elders, this is seeks the hand of Belle, the title beauty All-Eastern Concert Band from its jazz roots to include Motown, host 2016 valedictorian, Hale Jaeger. not escapism, but rather, a proactive played by Emma Watson. While we of pop, classical, and many other genres. Hale was a member of the Concert attack leveled at the very concept of course know, as does Belle, that the WESTFIELD – Westfield High States.” Their diverse repertoire of songs and Choir, Noteworthy Gentlemen, the- evil. Its moral lessons are our direct link dude is just no good, his unraveling School senior, Dale Beyert, has been In the 2016-2017 school year, Dale acknowledged musical excellence ater productions, and the swim and to a heritage which holds that man is through statement and deed proves a selected to perform in the All-Eastern was selected to perform with the Cen- allow them to perform at a multitude track teams. Now a freshman at Yale, inherently good, as opposed to the be- tutorial in duplicity for your Aiden or Honors Concert Band on Friday, April tral Jersey Music Educators Associa- of venues, including jazz clubs, em- Mr. Hale spends most of his time with lief he is innately bad and must there- Olivia. A lesson in tolerance is added as 7 and Saturday, April 8 in Atlantic tion (CJMEA) Region II Orchestra, bassies, elementary schools, and the the Alley Cats but is also starting a fore be controlled by tyrants. the kids discover the true nature of the City. Prior to the performance, he CJMEA Region II Wind Ensemble, hallowed halls of Yale University. new student organization, TRAG- The allegory is older than Aesop, initially frightening Beast, portrayed will spend three days rehearsing with the New Jersey All-State Wind En- Their professional yet uplifting style EDY. bred of humankind’s attempt to differ- by Dan Stevens. one of five conductors during the semble, and now the NAfME All- entiate itself from the dog-eat-dog ani- It seems so simple. Make sure kids Eastern Division Conference of the Eastern Concert Band. mal kingdom it aspired to rise above. learn to discern between the snake oil National Association for Music Edu- “The Westfield High School band UCPAC to Host NJ Golden Thus, in good form, all the players of salesmen and the benevolent, and to be cation. According to the Association, program is extremely proud of Dale’s the human drama are represented in apprised of the various behavioral gra- “This exceptional student will pre- accomplishments,” stated Chris Beauty and the Beast, readily compa- dations that exist between those oppo- pare remarkably challenging music Vitale, Director of Bands at Westfield Gloves Boxing Event rable to our current crop of actors play- sites. Yes, it’s idealistic. But it’s also a that will be performed under the lead- High School. “Hundreds of hours of ing on the stage of world affairs. Mom pragmatic necessity, whether you aim ership of prominent conductors in practice time were devoted to prepar- RAHWAY – The Union County pionships is one of the most historic and Dad will recognize them: i.e.-”Yeah, to prepare our heirs with the mental this biennial event.” Beyert, a trum- ing for these auditions, and these ac- Performing Arts Center has, once events in the sport of boxing and just that’s that idiot in the cabinet,” and so tools necessary to buying a car or pick- pet player, is among “the most musi- complishments are reserved for only again, taken another step forward in in the last year has produced a 2016 on. But more importantly, little Meghan ing a president. All of which makes me cally talented high school students in the finest musicians in our state and broadening the scope of their offer- Olympic Silver Medal Winner for the and Max, just now learning about the wonder, considering the current state of the Eastern region of the United region,” he added. ings for the community of Rahway USA in Rio. Shakur Stevenson, the forces of light, dark and gray, get their affairs, whether a whole raft of our and Union County. The historic, 1330- 2015 New Jersey State Champion in uncluttered intuition confirmed. electorate just wasn’t taken to the right seat, Main Stage Theatre, will play the 123lb Open Class division, went Folkloric treatises like “Beauty and movies when they were little. Local Young Adult Author host to the 2017-19 New Jersey on to win the World Junior title, win the Beast,” our pre-Constitutional prim- *** Golden Gloves Boxing Champion- the 2016 Olympic Trials and medal in ers in fairness, are among the very Beauty and the Beast, rated PG, is ships. The 2017 championships will Rio! Stevenson is the first American earliest of a child’s civics lessons. Too a Walt Disney Studios Motion Pic- To Visit Town Book Store be held the evening of Saturday, April male to medal in Olympic Boxing bad ardent follow-up has lost favor in tures release directed by Bill Condon 22 with a VIP Buffet (to be held at the since Andre Ward (Gold) and Andre our homes and schools. Considering and stars Emma Watson, Dan Stevens WESTFIELD – The Town Book sea-based resort for the richest of Fazioli Room of Hamilton Theatre) Dirrell (Bronze) in 2004. the invasively powerful persuasion of and Luke Evans. Running time: 129 Store will be hosting a Meet the Au- nobles. Posing as a band of traveling at 6 p.m. and the boxing to begin at The Union County Performing Arts the mass media, the lack of a solid minutes. thor/Launch event for Westfield au- performers they bypass the resort’s 7:30 p.m. Center's Main Stage is housed in the thor Matt Myklusch’s new young adult defenses, but quickly end up in "It is truly an honor to host the New restored "Rahway Theatre" - which book, Seaborne: Strangers in Atlantis trouble. Deep trouble. Jersey Golden Gloves here at has resided in Downtown Rahway on Saturday, April 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. The getaway is actually a gate- UCPAC," stated UCPAC's Executive since 1928. This historic landmark Along with signing copies of his books, way—to the undersea kingdom of Director, Brian Remo. "This event has become the centerpiece of the there will be a display of some of his Atlantis. And a civil war is brewing in provides an entirely different avenue recently established arts district of original artwork. There also will be the depths, with Dean soon to be for Rahway to strengthen its founda- Rahway, New Jersey, which has games with pirate treasure prizes. caught in the middle of it. As his tion as a historic cornerstone in our played a vital role in the revitalization In this follow-up to Seaborne: The enemies multiply, both above the state." and cultural renaissance of the com- Lost Prince, Dean Seaborne is off on waves and below, Dean Seaborne Golden Gloves Boxing is one of munity. an adventure worthy of Jack Sparrow, finds himself in over his head like the most recognizable brands in the The Main Stage is listed in both Blackbeard, and Davy Jones himself. never before. sport of boxing. Sanctioned by USA state and national registers of historic After breaking ties with the deadly Matt Myklusch is a young adult Boxing, this event features the top sites, and is now operating as a mul- pirate king, Dean thought he had left fantasy/adventure author and is also amateur boxers in the great State of tipurpose venue for the performing his life of spying and pirating behind. the creator of the popular Jack Blank New Jersey as they vie for weight arts. It is the largest center for the But, when the ruthless marauder Cap- Adventures. Matt lives in Westfield class championship belts and a trip to performing arts in Union County. The tain Skinner threatens Dean’s friends, with his wife and family, where he is the Golden Gloves National Champi- renovations on the 1330-seat venue he’s forced into one last job. Along always hard at work on his next book. onship to be held in May in Lafayette, were completed in 1960. with his trusted mates Ronan and The Town Book Store is located at LA at the Cajun Dome. Tickets for the event are on sale at Waverly, Dean agrees to help loot a 270 East Broad Street in Westfield. New Jersey Golden Gloves Cham- www.UCPAC.org/events. MATH MATTERS...The fifth grade students at Deerfield School in Mountainside were treated to a morning in school where they were shown that “Math Matters” in everyday life. Recently, parents and grandparents presented to the Deerfield Jakub Recognized at fifth graders how mathematics is utilized in their workplace. There were present- ers from all walks of life and fields including: physical therapy, engineering, accounting, small business owners, researchers, managers, a school principal, OT Pinning Ceremony choir director, personal trainer, and a foreman among others. Students had the opportunity to visit multiple interactive presentations throughout the morning. PHILADELPHIA, P.A. – As they level occupational therapists or to To name a few, they created budgets, counted push-ups, and created a bill for a transition to the professional phase of conduct research for their capstone pizzeria. their education, 58 occupational projects. The doctoral students will therapy students at University of the be working on their research for their Sciences took part in the 13th annual capstones and will be completing their OT pinning ceremony on March 18. clinical rotations in a year. The master's students will soon be Among those recognized was going out into clinics, schools, com- Gabrielle V. Jakub of Westfield, a munity centers, hospitals, and homes Masters of Occupational Therapy to practice under skilled therapists in student. order to perfect their skills as entry- See it all on the Web! Probitas Verus Honos www.goleader.com

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Service Astounds at Romola’s Seafood and Grille in Cranford By LAUREN S. BARR Romola’s is spot on with multiple vari- Jen insisted on the bread pudding which Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times eties. The shrimp and scallops over was excellent. The Berry Berry dessert mushroom risotto, was perfection. The with pound cake and lemon glaze sauce CRANFORD – Good service is al- shrimp and scallops were decent size most as important as good food, and and seared properly. The Chilean Sea Romola’s Seafood and Grille on South Bass was served over al dente Italian Avenue in Cranford delivers on both risotto, and also perfectly cooked and ends. The hostess took our jackets, seasoned. opened all three of our wine bottles and The snapper was good, with spot on brought us glasses for both red and flavors from the tomato sauce with white. The entire staff was beyond gra- capers and olives – but the pasta portion cious, never once asking us to leave and was too large. even repeatedly filled our water glasses long after all the other tables were empty Molten Chocolate Cake as our foursome lingered over wine and desert. was terrific – though the cake to fruit ON DISPLAY...Shoppers in downtown Westfield can enjoy art creations such as these during Youth Art Month in March, We started the meal with the beauti- ratio was off a little - I wanted more when paintings, drawings, sculpture, and painted furniture designed by approximately 300 students from Westfield’s 10 fully presented tuna tartare, perfectly cake, but I always want more cake. JH public schools are on display in merchants’ windows. cooked fried calamari and the salad and I get chocolate molten cake a lot of special. The grilled octopus appetizer places, Romola’s was perfect and the was a little delayed coming out of the pairing with a French vanilla ice cream kitchen, for which the wait staff apolo- gave it a little something extra. Youth Art Month Celebrated in gized. This of course led our foursome Shrimp and Scallops While weekend dining is our thing, Romola’s offers four course prix fixe menu Tuesday, Wednesday and Thurs- It’s no secret that I like my tuna day at a very reasonable price. Westfield With Downtown Displays practically alive. The chef obliged with *** a slight sear to the sesame crust. The Romola’s, 2 South Avenue, West, WESTFIELD – The Westfield Pub- ebrate the creative work of our chil- occur each year,” added Ms. King. soba seaweed pasta negated the need Cranford lic Schools are celebrating the nation- dren,” explained Linda King, Supervi- In coordination with Youth Art for a sauce and brought a nice balance $$$, BYOB ally acclaimed Youth Art Month with sor of Fine Arts for the Westfield Public Month, RMC Studios in Garwood is to the dish. There was a crab meat on the colorful and creative displays through- Schools. “The artwork represents chil- hosting an Open House for the general side that was ok, but wouldn’t have out the downtown area. Paintings, draw- dren of all levels of age and ability. It is public to view student artwork in unique been missed if left off. ings, sculpture, and painted furniture chosen by our art teachers for various gallery settings. An evening of Art and Romola’s also offers a rack of lamb, designed by approximately 300 stu- reasons: work ethic, commitment to Music at RMC, 207 Center Street in Tuna Tartare osso buco and steak - which while we dents from Westfield’s ten public the project at hand, proficiency, emo- Garwood will be held on Friday, March didn’t sample, should be noted for those schools are displayed by 33 downtown tional uplifting, and appropriate me- 31, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with loved ones who don’t eat fish at all. merchants as well as The Westfield dium for the chosen store. I am honored A nationwide tradition that began to imagine wild ideas of an octopus As a side note, for those who aren’t into Memorial Library and RMC Studios in and pleased with the work of our dedi- more than 50 years ago, Youth Art attacking the chef. While properly fish, Chilean Sea Bass is a good place to Garwood, who volunteered their win- cated educators, the children whose Month emphasizes the value of art edu- cooked, and not at all chewy, the octo- start as it’s a little meatier and has a mild dow or display space for the month of work is displayed, and the many sup- cation and encourages support for pus was unfortunately under seasoned. sweet flavor. goleader.com/subscribe March. porting community members who give school art programs according to It’s hard to find a good risotto, but Alex and I wanted Creme brulee, but “Youth Art Month is a time to cel- of their valuable time to make this event www.arteducators.org.

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CADETS, ASCHMIES, GRANT, BARLIK, PASCAL, LYNCH, GILLIGAN, DiSIMONE, SCOTTI, CHIANG LEAD Cougar Track Boys, Girls Have Good Across the Board Talent

By DAVID B. CORBIN ship. We made it clear to them DeSimone, Trevor Aschmies, run the fastest, who can jump Gilligan added, “I run the 200 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times that we expect the upperclass- Trey Pascal and Addison Chiang, the highest, who can jump the and the 400. I just recently got Fine across the board talent men to be leaders and an ex- juniors Josiah and Josh Cadet, farthest. It’s actually real fun.” first with Josiah and Josh Cadet and high, but reasonable goals ample for the underclassmen. and Mark Lynch, and sophomore Last year at the Group 3 sec- in the USATF Nationals for the should spell out a very success- There is a culture of responsibil- Lindsay Ashmies. All with the tional Josh took first in the 200 4x200. I’m hoping to break 50 ful track & field season for the ity and wanting to excel,” Head exception of Josh Cadet, Scotti and third in the 100 and was on seconds for the 400 this year. I Cranford High School boys and Coach (girls) and track events and DeSimone, who were not the winning 4x100, along with am hoping for a very successful girls teams. A number of return- specialist John Schiano said. present at the time, related their Josiah. season.” ing Cougar boys and girls, which “This is one of the toughest coun- events, accomplishments and Last year at the Group 3 sec- includes a quality group of se- ties in the state of New Jersey, goals. Reading is Good For You tional, Gilligan and Josh were niors, already brings with them so you are going to have top- Josiah Cadet said, “I do the members of the 4x400 team top honors in their respective notched competition.” hurdles, jumps. I could be an all- that placed fourth. events. Among the talented returning around athlete. My brother does “The senior leadership is great. “The culture is really kind of Cougars are: seniors Peter the 400, 200. Me, Peter Gilligan As far as the throws go we got heading to where we want it to Gilligan, Taylor Grant, Christina and Josh actually ran at the Christina and Brianna. They are be as far as the senior leader- Barlik, Brianna Scotti, Bella USATF Nationals. We got first literally the two best throwers place in our 4x200 race.” we’ve had in school history. They As to his being Josh’s twin, put in the work behind those See & Subscribe at Josiah revealed, “We push each results. We expect big things goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo other very hard, like who can CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Submit commentary and items for publishing. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste goleader.com/subscribe Probitas Verus Honos Page S-2 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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CADETS, ASCHMIES, GRANT, BARLIK, PASCAL, LYNCH, GILLIGAN, DiSIMONE, SCOTTI, CHIANG LEAD Cranford Cougar Boys, Girls Have Good Across the Board Talent in Track & Field from them.” Cougar Head Coach now,” Drexler said. “Dan Gomez Relays, said, “My best jump is ner. This year we won states for ample for the underclassmen, (boys) and field events specialist [junior] is throwing for the first 5-2. Now it’s 5-4 [goal]. I do our group for indoor. My per- who are beginning to under- Kerry Drexler said. time but he is an incredibly long jump and 4x200s but high sonal best is 13 and I am hoping stand what it takes to be suc- Barlik said, “I do the shot put, good athlete and a hard worker.” jump is my main thing.” to clear 14-6 this year.” cessful. discus and javelin. My main Senior Matt Treboschi appears Linday Aschmies, a strong Lynch said, “I am shooting for “From the winter season, we event that I am real good at is to be the top javelin thrower. cross-country and distance run- 13-6 maybe 14. My best right had four athletes advance all shot put. My PR [personal Grant, a high jump specialist ner, added, “I run the 800, the now is 12-6 in the meets. Our the way to the Meet of Champi- record] for the spring is 39-2.5. who took first at the UCT Indoor 1,600 and I high jump. I would assistant coach [Mike Dow] is a ons. Josh Cadet in the 55 dash, I would like to go over 40 feet like to do better than 5-0 in the gymnast [coach] at the high Trey Pascal in the pole vault, this season. For discus, my PR high jump and I would like to school. His son was actually a Christina Barlik in the shot put is 107. I want to get to 120 and Reading is Good For You break 5:20 in the mile.” gymnast for Penn State.” and Taylor Grant in the high javelin my PR is 89 and I would Trevor Aschmies said, “Mostly Chiang, who placed fifth in the jump. On top of that, Trey and like to get it over 100.” I run the 1,600 and the 800. My triple jump at the group Mark Lynch won a state title in Last year, Barlik took fifth and outdoor PR for the 1,600 is 4:38 sectionals last year, said, “I am the pole vault relay,” Coach Scotti took third in the shot put and my outdoor PR for the 800 known as the go to guy for Schiano pointed out. “The kids at the Group 3 sectional. Junior is 2:02. This season I would like jumping. I tried pole vaulting. I see that and they see what we Marissa Renna will also com- to run 4:30 and under two min- high jump, long jump and triple can achieve. They understand pete in the field events. utes [800].” jump. Last year in the spring that they need to set high goals “On the boys side, we loose Pascal and Lynch made a fine season, my high jump PR was and they need to work hard to some of our best throwers with pair in the pole vault, which 5-8. My long jump 19-5.5 and achieve those goals.” Will Fries and Ethan Tom. Now also demands refined aerial co- triple jump is 42-3.25.” we have some new throwers. ordination that requires gym- The accomplishments of that Ryan VanBenschoten [senior] goleader.com/subscribe nastics abilities. Pascal said, core group and the senior lead- Probitas Verus Honos is the leader of the pack right “Mark is my pole vaulting part- ership could offer a fine ex- Page S-3 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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* Westfield Blue Devil Boys Look Strong in Throws, Distance in Track & Field * Page S-6 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Rubin Named Superintendent for Cranford Schools at $165,000

By CHRISTINA M. HINKE part of the Union County Voca- nifer Osborne told The Westfield Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tional-Technical Schools system Leader. The salary caps are ex- CRANFORD – The board of edu- in Scotch Plains. He began his pected to change by that date. cation on Monday unanimously career as an elementary teacher Currently, the cap for superin- approved the appointment of in Elizabeth. tendent level in the district is Scott Rubin as superintendent of Mr. Rubin graduated from $165,000, according to the stat- schools for the period beginning Rutgers University in New ute. July 1 with a contract ending on Brunswick in 1995 with a Upon appointing Mr. Rubin, June 30, 2022. He replaces In- bachelor’s degree in English. He board member and chairwoman terim Superintendent of Schools has earned his doctorate and of the selection committee, Nicole Marilyn Birnbaum, who has led master’s degrees in education Sherrin Kessler, said the board the Kindergarten to 12th grade administration from Kean Uni- had “found the right combination district since 2015, when Gayle versity. of innovation and collaboration.” Carrick retired. He and his wife, Lisa Jones- Mr. Rubin followed up the Mr. Rubin has been superinten- Rubin, live in Bridgewater with board’s announcement with a dent of schools in East Hanover their two sons, Jacob and speech to the board and the Township, a grade K to 8 school Alexander. members of the public, with his district, since 2014, and was pre- Mr. Rubin’s salary will be equal family seated in the packed school Jim Lowney/County of Union viously principal at the Academy to the maximum salary amount board chambers. “I am incred- AWARDED FOR EXCELLENCE...Arielle Cassidy of Garwood, center, was for Allied Health Sciences and under the state law, as in effect ibly excited to partner with fac- among the honorees at the 25th annual Union County Women of Excellence the Academy for Performing Arts, July 1, 2017, Board Attorney Jen- ulty, staff, parents, guardians dinner at the Clubhouse at Union County’s Galloping Hill Golf Course in and students….working together Kenilworth last Friday night. She was honored for excellence in the field of to determine how I can best sup- health and wellness. She is joined, from left to right, by Freeholders Linda port the efforts to enhance and Carter, Vernell Wright and Bette Jane Kowalski, Union County Clerk Joanne enrich an outstanding legacy in Rajoppi and Freeholder Alexander Mirabella. Cranford,” he said. As Mr. Rubin moves into his new role, Ms. Birnbaum has made Garwood Residents Demand a commitment to work closely with Mr. Rubin as he transitions into his position of superinten- Answers to Parking Issues dent. “While I am sad to go…I feel By BETSEY BURGDORF property, along with the busi- confident that you will be able to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ness tenants in the mall, hired a take the district further. We have GARWOOD — At the Tuesday security company to patrol the lots of traditions in Cranford; we night meeting of the Garwood parking lot and deny parking to don’t want to lose those…but I Council, residents voiced their those not patronizing the shops think you can take us to the next frustration over parking short- in the mall. step,” Ms. Birnbaum said. falls, the borough’s affordable- Patrons of The Station Bar and Following the board’s appoint- housing obligation was reported Grill, located on the corner of ment of the superintendent, Lisa on and the reason for the South Avenue and Center Street, Lesniak, Kim Crowder, Meghan Garwood Sports and Recreation the tenants above the businesses Dattola and Rachel Kim, as well Complex building closure was along Center Street, as well as as Walnut Avenue School Princi- revealed. the shops along South Avenue, pal Angelo Paternoster, led a pre- One after another, Garwood reported being “harassed” by the sentation on the district’s Path- residents addressed the mayor security guards when attempt- ways to Excellence (P2E), a pro- Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader and council asking for answers to ing to park in the lot. NEWLY APPOINTED...Scott Rubin thanks the Cranford Board of Education gram they manage for the gifted parking issues, specifically in the The parking issue escalated af- on Monday night after the board appointed him as superintendent of schools for and talented students in grades area of the Garwood Mall, which ter the snow storm on March 14 the period beginning July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2022. He currently serves as 3 to 8. is anchored by Kings and Crunch when large amounts of snow were superintendent in the East Hanover Township. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Fitness. The owner of the mall CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-7 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Rubin Named CF Superintendent Garwood Residents Demand Answers to Parking

A group of children from the The P2E Showcase will be held plowed and deposited in the park- rently is seeking bids to repair borough meets its 350-unit obli- P2E program spoke about their Monday, June 5, at Orange Av- ing spots along South Avenue, the leak and investigate if any gation, it will have until 2025 to experiences of being a part of the enue School at 7 p.m. specifically used by those pa- other damage has occurred. The meet its next round of obliga- program, which expands on writ- In other business, Hillside Av- trons of South Avenue businesses council approved the payment tions. ing, math, science, communica- enue School nurse Beth Rudofsky and The Station. The large piles not to exceed $7,500 for the “So the rounds will never end,” tion and idea generation, among has announced her retirement of snow caused the already bur- services of a water infiltration Councilwoman Ileen Cuccaro other topics, the children ex- effective July 1, 2017. Ms. dened lot to become full more company. said. plained. Rudofsky has served the district quickly. Resident Bruce Paterson asked “We are going to have a new A new topic for this year is TED for 23 years. “What happens when a prop- Mr. Lazarow if he could provide governor,” Mr. Renaud replied. talk, explained one student, Ben. Cranford High School physical erty owner doesn’t plow prop- additional information regarding “I cannot predict the future.” “The goal is to find the best way education teacher Erik erly?” Councilman Lou Petruzzelli the leak. “We want to make sure “We are between a rock and a to start ideas and a deeper un- Rosenmeirer, who also serves as asked the governing body. “Can we have all the info,” Mr. Lazarow hard place,” Councilman Sarno derstanding of the world,” Ben the school’s head football coach, we insist they remove all the replied. “It’s very preliminary now. said. “What I urge is that every- said. was approved a sixth period sal- snow?” We are being overly cautious.” one talk to a legislator regarding A STEAM program that was pi- ary adjustment of $12,650 in Borough Attorney Robert The council reported that in or- COAH (Council On Affordable loted last year has expanded to addition to his yearly salary of Renaud stated that the mall was der to fulfill its affordable-hous- Housing). the fourth and fifth grades, Ms. $101,203, effective April 6 built in the early 1970s and that ing obligation required by the Council President Todisco Kim said. through the end of June. a parking plan put into place at state, it needs to provide a total of stated that the Finance Commit- the time was now obsolete. 350 affordable-housing units. The tee will present a “tight budget” “Records are thin or non-existing obligation will be met in phases. with no substantial increases, but Cranford Township Comm. regarding parking,” Mr. Renaud Being that Garwood is a fully- resulting in a $65 tax increase on said in relation to the mall park- developed municipality, the bor- the average home. She an- ing lot. ough had to look at redevelop- nounced that the next public Unveils $37.9-Mil. Budget “I’m sure everyone respects ment sites, one of which is the hearing on the budget will be property and property owners,” Petro/Casale site on South Av- held on Tuesday, April 25, at the By CHRISTINA M. HINKE the Birchwood Avenue property, Council President Sara Todisco enue, to meet the obligation. This Specially Written for The Westfield Leader regular meeting of the council. Mr. Kalnins said. Also, Social said, reminding residents that lead to a builder’s remedy law- Councilman Petruzzelli read a CRANFORD — The $37.9-mil- Security costs increased 18 per- they are restricted by private suit, which was recently settled. letter from Police Chief Bruce lion municipal budget for 2017 cent, debt service increased by property rights. She suggested a The settlement will require the Underhill thanking the commu- was introduced by the township 13 percent, and “tax appeals were meeting with the parking com- developer of the Petro/Casale site nity for the opportunity to serve committee Tuesday. Total gen- detrimental to us overall,” Mr. mittee and the business and in- to provide 30 affordable-housing the borough for the past 30-plus eral appropriations are Kalnins noted. Among the big- dustry liaisons to come up with a units in its redevelopment. A pro- years as its ninth police chief. “I $37,875,017. A tax levy is esti- gest hits was East Coast Cran- plan. Council President Todisco posed 52-unit stacked townhome have had a great team to man- mated at $22.7 million; revenues ford Crossings LLC being awarded proposed that permit parking complex will provide eight units. age,” Chief Underhill said in the excluding the tax levy are antici- a state appeal judgment of over policies should be examined for Second-floor apartments above letter. The position will be filled pated at $13.7 million. Taxes will a quarter of a million dollars in those residents who live in the downtown businesses are being by Garwood Police Lieutenant increase 1.4 percent, an increase August of last year. area of the mall. looked at for additional units, as James Wright upon Chief of $34.70 per average assessed The property owner of Cranford Councilman Joe Sarno stated well as the rehabilitation of 27 Underhill’s departure. home, Finance Commissioner Business Park, located at 570 that he had an unofficial meeting units. Other areas being looked In other news, it was announced Andis Kalnins said. South Avenue East, was granted with the mall property owner, Sal at to meet the requirements are that the Garwood Baseball The total estimated to be raised a state tax appeal judgment that Davino of Fidelity Land Develop- age-restricted housing. Once the League’s opening day will be Sat- by taxes is $101 million, which equates to $50,366 in 2016 and ment, and that he is open to urday, April 8. Council President includes the $22.7 million for mu- $9,119 in 2015, it was announced discussing a solution. He stated Reading is Good For You Todisco reported that prior to nicipal operations, $1.4 million in a resolution Tuesday. that liability issues relating to slips the Garwood Rocks street fair, for the library, $55.5 million for The Downtown Management and falls in the lot were of great set for Sunday, June 4, 20 the school district and an esti- Corporation 2017 budget of concern to Mr. Davino. A parking brightly-colored rocks will be hid- mated $21.3 million in county $177,292 also was introduced. garage, selling spots or installing den throughout the borough. purpose taxes as well as $626,763 The committee will hold a pub- meters also was discussed. Anyone finding a rock can bring it in county open space taxes. lic hearing and adopt the bud- Councilman Marc Lazarow re- to the Historical Society booth at “The (municipal) capital bud- gets at its next meeting. ported that the Garwood Sports the fair to claim a prize. get this year was a real struggle Ronald Johnson was appointed and Recreation Complex build- The next meeting of the to make,” Mr. Kalnins said. as zoning officer effective Mon- ing door has a leak and that Garwood Council will be held on Expenditures show an day, April 3. The position has water has been seeping into the Tuesday, April 11, at 7 p.m., in $800,000 difference, which been unfilled since Zoning Of- building, resulting in the closure Borough Hall, located at 403 equates to the down payment on CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE of the building. The council cur- goleader.com/subscribe South Avenue. Page S-8 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Twp Comm. Unveils $37.9 Mil. Budget

ficer Robert Hudak resigned late ment non-profits that provide announced she will hold office last year. Mr. Johnson was assis- career attire and training to get hours on Tuesday, April 4, at tant zoning officer for the City of disadvantaged women back into 6:30 p.m., at the municipal build- Plainfield. the workplace. The Junior League ing for any resident who wishes The township was approved a of Elizabeth-Plainfield’s Career to meet with her. refund of taxes to the lien holder, Closet also offers career wear for The environmental committee, U.S. Bank, of $127,295, and a those women. in connection with the Depart- premium of $55,100, for property Ann Cusack, a resident of Cran- ment of Public Works (DPW), is at 44 North Avenue East where ford as well as an employee of to launch a Styrofoam recycling the vacant building, once occu- New Jersey Family Magazine, pilot, Commissioner Ann Dooley pied by Swan Cleaners, now sits. made a presentation to Jessica said. Per the pilot program, In other news, the wrestling Dreyer and Dawn Salerno on Styrofoam will be recycled from team won its first State Sectional Cranford being named the num- municipal-owned buildings and Championship since 1986, Mr. ber one town for families in Union be collected at the township’s Kalnins said. County by the magazine, and recycling center, and then trans- At the start of the meeting, number nine in the state. ported to a recycling plant in Mayor Thomas Hannen, Jr. made John Loguidice, a Cranford resi- Springfield, Ms. Dooley told The a handful of proclamations. Daniel dent since1964, was recognized Westfield Leader. The DPW and PATRIOTIC DAY...Crane’s Ford Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Luppino and Christopher Brown for his nearly 50 years of service environmental committee will as- Regent Mary Leonard, left, joins Cranford Town Flagpole Restoration Commit- were given a proclamation for to Cranford recreation, teaching sess the viability of Styrofoam tee members, from left to right, Jean Pascarella, Rita LaBrutto, Frank D’Antonio, earning their Eagle Scout status basketball. recycling during the pilot. Martha Garcia, Rosanne Barone, Paul LaCorte and Barbara Krause, as the — the highest rank in Boy Scout- “It’s not a matter of winning; Mayor Hannen announced that DAR honored the committee March 11 with the National DAR Historic Preser- ing. Daniel created a play area it’s a matter of learning the game, the turf field for soccer and base- vation Recognition National Award. and eating area in a backyard of being with your family and learn- ball use at Memorial Field is to be Step Up and Christopher cleaned ing how to play on a court,” Mr. completed within a couple of up and repaired the Girl Scout Loguidice said. days, and he encouraged resi- Park and added a picnic table Commissioner Mary O’Connor dents to visit. Crane’s Ford DAR Honors and bench there. The date of March 22, 2017 was proclaimed Smart and Savvy Day Flagpole Restoration Comm. in Cranford. The mayor noted the Alliance of Career Develop- CRANFORD — The Crane’s Ford munity in an outstanding volun- Daughters of the American Revo- teer manner.” Rosary Altar Society lution (DAR) hosted a program Award recipients from the March 11 during which they pre- Cranford World War I Town Flag- To Meet Next Week sented the organization’s Na- pole Restoration Committee of GARWOOD — The next monthly tional DAR Historic Preservation 2008 included Paul LaCorte, meeting of St. Anne’s Rosary Recognition National Award to chairman; Martha Garcia, town- Altar Society will be held on Thurs- the Cranford World War I Town ship commissioner; Rich day, April 6, at 7 p.m. It will take Flagpole Restoration Committee. Brightman, Cranford Knights of place in the Bethlehem Room of The ceremony, held at the Columbus; Rosanne Barone, St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Cranford Municipal Building, also Cranford Historic Preservation Church, located at 325 Second highlighted the 100th anniver- Advisory Board; Frank D’Antonio, Avenue, Garwood. sary of the United States’ entry VFW Post 335 Men’s Auxiliary; President Autumn Welsh will into World War I on April 6, 1917, James D’Arcy, VFW Post 335; welcome all members and call and Cranford residents’ contri- Barbara Krause, Crane’s Ford for committee reports. Guest butions to and participation in DAR; Rita LaBrutto, resident; speaker Beth Balaban will dis- ADVOCATING FOR CHILDREN...Sixteen new Court Appointed Special “The Great War,” as it was called. Mark Mayer, Cranford Jaycees; cuss Shabbat. Refreshments will Advocates (CASA) were recently sworn in. Among the new CASA volunteers, The National DAR Award is de- Jean Pascarella, owner of Dove- be served during the meeting. from left to right, are: Laura La Fronz of Cranford, Lisa LaGreca of Clark, signed “to recognize worthy lo- tails, and Joni Valerio, Cranford Jennie Browne has arranged Joanne Truncali of Cranford, Jana Fallon of Fanwood, Shiow-ling Chen and cal individuals and groups for Junior Women’s Club. for a trip to the Tropicana in Dina Glasofer of Westfield, April-Michelle Thomas of Carteret, Dana Nolan of outstanding achievement in all The volunteer committee, Atlantic City on Sunday, April 30. Westfield, Carmen Ayala of Scotch Plains, Bohdan Lukaschewsky of Cranford, areas of historic preservation. formed through resolution of the Interested persons are asked to Stephanie Vicuna-Baldeon of Plainfield, and Linda Jenkins-Davis of Scotch The recipients are expected to 2008 Township Committee by contact her as soon as possible Plains. Not shown is Quetzali Sevillano of Elizabeth, Mary Ellen Lawrence of have contributed to their com- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE at (908) 789-0778. Summit, Cindy Benn of Westfield and Lucia Menyou of Linden. Page S-9 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Seniors Theater Project to Present Can Attend Movies Wednesday Morning Club CRANFORD — Cranford Senior Play Reading In Cranford Monday Morning Movies this Reveals April Activities month include two 2017 Acad- CRANFORD — The Theater A playwright and actor, Ms. emy Award nominees for Best CRANFORD — The Wednesday Raphael’s Life House, Wrapped in Project will present a reading of Walsh wrote and performed her Picture, featuring actors who won Morning Club has announced its Love, animal shelters and other Embedded, a one-act play by one-woman play, Finishing It Off!, Academy Awards or were nomi- calendar of events for the month local charities. The meeting will Mary Jane Walsh, on Saturday, which premiered in Richmond, nated for their work in the films. of April. begin at 10 a.m. at the Cranford April 22, at 2 p.m. It will take Va. It was translated into Span- Manchester by the Sea, a drama The club’s business meeting on Community Center, located at 220 place at the Cranford Commu- ish as a two-person play entitled starring Best Actor Casey Affleck, Wednesday, April 5, will feature a Walnut Avenue, Cranford. Every- nity Center, located at 220 Wal- Luces in Espejo for its interna- Best Actress nominee Michelle presentation by members Janet one is welcome. nut Avenue. tional premiere in Montevideo, Williams and Kyle Chandler, will Crowe and Jane Reilly about cro- The club’s Public Affairs De- Embedded has seven charac- Uruguay. The play also was per- be shown April 3 at 11:15 a.m. cheting and knitting. Participants partment will take a tour of the ters and is set in a common war formed in Spanish at the Inter- Fences, a drama starring Best will learn about the history of Westfield Rescue Squad head- zone — a home. The enemy is the national Festival of Hispanic The- Actor nominee Denzel Washing- these crafts, the tools and mate- quarters on Tuesday, April 11. universal, raging alcoholic father. ater in Washington, D.C. ton, Best Supporting Actress Viola rials used to create articles, and Participants will meet at the squad The children are the feisty foot Jersey Voices at the Chatham Davis and Stephen Henderson, how volunteers bring their hand- building, located at 335 soldiers who face reality and meet Playhouse twice produced her 10- will be presented April 10 at 10:45 made articles to many people and Watterson Street, Westfield, at 1 the enemy head on. The mother minute play, Ping, which she pro- a.m. pets in need. Volunteers donate p.m. The phone number is (908) uses her children as shields to duced and performed at the Short Movies are shown in the Audio- their time, talents and materials 233-2501. Following the tour the protect herself. Is it abuse to put Play Lab, Times Square Arts Cen- Visual Room on the second floor to crochet and to knit blankets, group will proceed to the home them in the line of fire? ter in New York City. The La Strada of the Cranford Community Cen- shawls, hats, sweaters and pet of club member Dot Conheeney Ensemble Theater in Asbury Park ter, located at 220 Walnut Av- beds. These articles are then do- to participate in a meeting to Garwood Library also produced Ping. The Theater enue. Screenings are for Cranford nated to places as varied as Over- plan next year’s activities. Project produced her plays My residents only. For more infor- look Medical Center, the Seamen’s The following Tuesday, April Schedules Events Sister’s Back is Killing Me, A Can of mation, call (908) 709-7283. Christmas at Sea organization, 18, the American Arts and Crafts GARWOOD — The Garwood Worms and Gone to the Gulag at Department will hold its planning Public Library, located at 411 the Burgdorff Center in Maplewood. meeting. Details will be an- Third Avenue, will offer two new Ms. Walsh is a member of the Colin Maher Egg Hunt Is nounced. programs next month. Dramatists Guild of America and The club’s spring luncheon will “Keep This and Toss That” will the Theater Project. The Theater take place Wednesday, April 19, be held on Wednesday, April 12, Project, headquartered at the Saturday at Hanson Park at 1 p.m., at Giovanna’s Restau- at 7 p.m. Organizing humorist Burgdorff Cultural Center in rant, located at 1462 South Av- Jamie Novak will show attend- Maplewood, is a professional the- CRANFORD — The Seventh An- cure for Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare enue, Plainfield. Janet Crowe will ees how to unclutter their life ater group and the winner of two nual Colin Maher Easter Egg Hunt bone cancer that has only a few present poetry by Jack Prelutsky and save time, money and New Jersey Tony Awards. is scheduled this Saturday, April doctors working on it. Friends of found in his book, “The New Kid maybe their sanity. Following the reading, the au- 1, at Hanson Park in Cranford. Colin has given its money to Dr. On The Block.” She will talk about The following Wednesday, April dience will have the opportunity The hunt was started by Cranford Jeffrey Toretsky, a researcher at the special appeal Mr. Prelutsky’s 19, at 7 p.m., Garwood resident to discuss the play with Ms. teens to raise money to fight Georgetown University, who now poetry has for children and how Linda McFarlane Knierim will dis- Walsh. Admission is free and all Ewing’s Sarcoma, a childhood can- has a drug going to clinical trials. she has brought it to her work cuss her new book, “A Summer are welcome. The Friends of the cer that took the life of their friend Colin was a twin. He loved with youngsters. Members plan- Cottage Through the Eyes of a Cranford Public Library will spon- and neighbor, Colin Maher. magic, turtles and his dog, Casey. ning to attend should contact Child.” Ms. Knierim will remi- sor this program. The hunt is open to children 10 He loved Halloween, candy, es- Jane Reilly. nisce about spending her youth years old and younger. Advance pecially Pez candy dispensers, On Monday, April 24, the Lit- at Rough Point mansion, the Local Students Earn registration can be done at and snow. His sense of humor erature Department will hold its summer home of tobacco heir- friendsofcolineasteregghunt.eventbrite.com. was dry but funny. planning meeting at 12:30 p.m. ess Doris Duke, in Newport, R.I. Dean's List at Hofstra Registration is $10. He was part of a tight high- at the home of Joan Carson. At- Registration is required for both HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – Hofstra Uni- Any questions can be answered school friend group, many of who tendees are asked to bring a of these programs. versity announced the following at the FriendsofColin.org website continue to visit the family to- sandwich. The library continues to offer local students named to the Fall or at [email protected]. day. His twin sister has finished For more information about the regular programming including 2016 Dean's List. Students must Over the past seven years, college and is now a nurse in club, call Membership Chairper- book clubs, Adult Craft Night, earn a grade point average of at Friends of Colin events have Massachusetts. son Sue Driscoll at (908) 232- Kids Crafts, Lego Club, Story least 3.5 during the semester to grown to include this hunt, a Colin passed on February 9, 2010, 6725. Time, Movie Time and Knitting make the Dean's List. turkey trot in November and a and neighbor Ryan McGann vowed Clubs. For more details, call the Connor Burkert and Moises benefit concert in June. The group to corral other friends and neigh- library at (908) 789-1670 or Philippsborn Rosenbach, both of has raised tens of thousands of bors to continue the fight against Probitas Verus Honos visit youseemore.com/garwood. Cranford. dollars to benefit research for a this rare but very deadly disease. Page S-10 Thursday, March 30, 2017 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary careless driving and DWI. of CDS (Oxycodone) and posses- Monday, March 20, Adrian sion of paraphernalia, as well as Santiago, 21, of Jersey City was contempt of court, after a 2004 arrested on charges of posses- Jeep was stopped at the inter- CRANFORD sion of less than 50 grams of section of Raritan Road and Friday, March 17, Kareem suspected marijuana and pos- Coleman Avenue for making an Awad, 32, of Jersey City was session of paraphernalia, after a illegal turn. Following an investi- arrested on charges of posses- 1996 Honda was stopped at the gation at the scene, police deter- sion of less than 50 grams of intersection of East North and mined that a passenger, White, suspected marijuana and pos- Forest Avenues for multiple equip- had an active warrant out of the session of paraphernalia, after a ment violations. Following an in- Warren County Sheriff’s Depart- 2017 Nissan was stopped at the vestigation at the scene, police ment. While being taken into intersection of Centennial Avenue located marijuana inside the ve- custody, it was determined that and the Garden State Parkway hicle. Santiago was arrested, pro- White was in possession of an 136 Northbound ramp for follow- cessed and released pending a amount of Oxycodone. White was ing too closely and failing to main- Municipal Court appearance. Ad- processed and subsequently tain lane. Following an investiga- ditionally, Santiago was issued turned over to the Warren County tion at the scene, police located motor vehicle summonses for Sheriff’s Department. The driver marijuana inside the vehicle. The unclear plates, driving with a sus- was issued a motor vehicle sum- CATTERWAULING AROUND...The Yale Alley Cats a cappella group will driver, Awad, was arrested, pro- pended license and possession of mons for making an illegal turn. perform on Saturday, April 1 at 2 p.m. in the Cranford High School (CHS) cessed and released pending a a CDS in a motor vehicle. auditorium. Admission is $5 and all are welcome. The Alley Cats include CHS Municipal Court appearance. Monday, March 20, Giancarlo Backyard Composting alumnus Hale Jaeger. Awad also was issued motor ve- Ligotti, 28, of Staten Island, N.Y. hicle summonses for careless was arrested for possession of To Be Program Topic driving, driving with a suspended less than 50 grams of suspected CRANFORD — The Hanson Park Yale Alley Cats to Perform license and possessing a con- marijuana, possession of a hy- Conservancy and the Cranford trolled dangerous substance podermic syringe and posses- Environmental Commission will (CDS) in a motor vehicle. sion of paraphernalia, after a sponsor a program celebrating At Cranford High School Sunday, March 19, Christopher 2005 Cadillac was stopped at the Earth Week with guest speaker Wollett, 33, of Lawrenceville was intersection of Raritan Road and Virginia Lamb and her presenta- CRANFORD – The Yale Alley style brings smiles to people from arrested and charged with driv- Coleman Avenue for having an tion, “Backyard Composting,” on Cats a cappella group will per- all walks of life. Consequently, ing while intoxicated (DWI), af- expired inspection sticker. Fol- Tuesday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. form a concert program at they have performed for former ter a 2015 Lexus was stopped at lowing an investigation at the It will be held at the Cranford Cranford High School on Satur- President Bill Clinton, Her Maj- the intersection of Centennial and scene, police located marijuana Community Center, located at day, April 1, at 2 p.m., as part of esty Queen Silvia of Sweden, East Lincoln Avenues for a lane and hypodermic syringes inside 220 Walnut Avenue. their spring concert tour. Admis- Aretha Franklin, the set of NBC’s violation. Following an investi- the vehicle. A passenger, Ligotti, An environmental educator sion is $5 and will support the “The West Wing”, the Martha gation at the scene, police deter- was arrested, processed and re- from Rutgers Master Gardeners, Cranford High School choral pro- Stewart Living television pro- mined that Wollett was DWI. He leased pending a Municipal Court Ms. Lamb will show easy ways to gram. The concert will also fea- gram, and the main stage at the was arrested, processed and re- appearance. The driver was is- turn organic waste into rich com- ture the Cranford High School Dresden Music Festival. High- leased to a friend pending a Mu- sued motor vehicle summonses post. She has more than 20 years Women’s Ensemble and Note- lights of this season include per- nicipal Court appearance. Wollett for being unlicensed and failure of experience in backyard worthy Gentlemen. Cranford High formances in San Francisco, also was issued motor vehicle to inspect. composting, waste reduction and School alumnus and 2016 vale- Washington DC, Geneva, and summonses for DWI and care- Tuesday, March 21, Serena organic gardening. Ms. Lamb will dictorian, Hale Jaeger is a mem- Paris. This summer the group less driving. White, 34, of Kearny was ar- demonstrate composting of ber of the Yale Alley Cats. will embark upon an Asian tour, Sunday, March 19, Meredith rested on charges of possession kitchen and garden materials, The Yale Alley Cats, a 16-per- featuring stops in Hong Kong Rivera, 27, of Westfield was ar- including what to compost and son all-male a cappella group, and Seoul. rested and charged with DWI Reading is Good For You how to speed up the composting has been spreading music around Traditionally, the Alley Cats visit after police responded to the in- process. She also will discuss the world since 1943. Their rep- the hometown of each new mem- tersection of Centennial Avenue how to make compost tea and ertoire has grown from its jazz ber and Cranford High School is and Raritan Road for a reported how to use the finished product, roots to include Motown, pop, proud to host 2016 valedicto- motor vehicle accident. Follow- a gardener’s “black gold.” classical, and many other genres. rian, Hale Jaeger. Hale was a ing an investigation at the scene, The program is free and open Their diverse repertoire of songs member of the Concert Choir, police determined that the driver to the public. No registration is and acknowledged musical ex- Noteworthy Gentlemen, theater of a 2010 Toyota, Rivera, was required, but seating will be on a cellence allow them to perform productions, and the swim and operating the vehicle while in- first-come, first-served basis. To at a multitude of venues, includ- track teams. Now a freshman at toxicated. Rivera was arrested, learn more, visit ing jazz clubs, embassies, el- Yale, Mr. Hale spends most of his processed and released to a friend hansonparkconservancy.com or ementary schools, and the hal- time with the Alley Cats but is pending a Municipal Court ap- mygreencranford.org or like lowed halls of Yale University. also starting a new student orga- pearance. 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