Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, February 4, 2021 OUR 131ST YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2021 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR Westfield High School to Offer More Days In Person By JENNIFER GLACKIN will be able to sit six feet apart, as per about the lack of in-person learning Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Centers for Disease Control and Pre- for younger students, asking if the WESTFIELD – Westfield High vention (CDC) guidelines. board had reexamined other possi- School will offer four days a week of In contrast, 75 to 80 percent of the bilities, such as half-day a.m./p.m. in-person learning for the third mark- elementary and middle school stu- cohorts, that were initially dismissed ing period, Superintendent Margaret dents’ parents chose in person, said during summer planning. That plan Dolan, Ed.D., announced at Tuesday’s Dr. Dolan, so those students will re- was originally dismissed as a viable Board of Education (BOE) meeting. main on the current cohort schedule. option because deep cleaning of each Parents and students were surveyed Classrooms are not large enough to classroom would take too much time on whether or not they would prefer accommodate the required six feet in between sessions, said Dr. Dolan. in-person or virtual learning, and only distance among students. Opening the Another parent suggestion was to 25 percent of the student body chose schools for more in-person days can keep students in cohorts but offer in-person. Because of the small num- “only happen when the numbers full-day, in-person learning for their bers, Dr. Dolan said, it is possible for work,” said Dr. Dolan, continuing to in-person, rather than the half-day in- all students from cohorts A and B who state that she will “absolutely” open person hybrid. Dr. Dolan said the want to, to attend in person four days the schools if the numbers work. health department has advised that per week for half-days. All students Parents called in with concerns eating with others is a “high -risk activity,” which makes lunch time planning difficult. Another suggested solution, sending students home for lunch and then back to school in the afternoons, will not work for many Photo courtesy of David Womelsdorf families, said Dr. Dolan. WINTER STORM COVERS WESTFIELD IN SNOW...The Westfield Fire Department illuminates the incredible snowfall “I hear your frustration as parents,” that started on Sunday and continued all the way through to Tuesday. said board president Amy Root. Ms. Root also stated that the current model is under “constant reassessment.” Dr. Dolan said that “I don’t mini- Tom Kean, Jr. Will Not Seek mize how hard it is” for children and parents to continue learning this way after doing it for a long time and that the teachers and the administrators Re-Election to State Senate “are trying to find the opportunities we can.” By REBECCA MEHORTER Jersey General Assembly’s Republi- cent, according to county election The board also addressed January Specially Written for The Westfield Leader can Leader, said Asm. Bramnick will results. 21’s school closure and subsequent TRENTON — Senator Tom Kean, be running for Sen. Kean’s Senate Sen. Kean first sought a seat in the remote day. A pinhole-sized hole in a Jr. announced February 1 that he will seat. His representative further said U.S. House of Representatives in pipe of the server room air condi- not seek re-election to the New Jersey Asm. Bramnick has been seeking sup- 2000, when he lost in the Primaries to tioner caused a slow leak of coolant, State Senate as the representative for port from various municipal chairs. Republican Mike Ferguson. He lost Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader FLURRIES OF FAMILY FUN...Parents took a break from shoveling to bring eventually overheating and shutting the 21st District once his term ends in In a statement released Wednesday, in a race for the U.S. Senate seat in the their children out to enjoy the snow at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside this past down the newly installed unit and the 2022. Mr. Kean currently is Senate Asm. Bramnick said he has the sup- 2006 General Election to Senator Bob Tuesday afternoon. district servers. The issue did not Republican Leader. port of all three Republican county Menendez in a very close race. cause the district to lose any data, said “Public service will always be a chairs who make up the 21st District. Sen. Kean could potentially chal- Chief Technology Officer Brian part of who I am and how I live my He also said he has the support of all lenge Congressman Malinowski in Westfield Finance Comm. Auker. life, but after thoughtful discussion 16 district Republican municipal 2022 once congressional lines are Mr. Auker said this seemed to be “a with my family, I have decided not to chairs, including Andis Kalnins of redrawn with the information gath- fluke,” as the equipment came from a seek re-election for the State Senate Cranford, J.D. Bryden of ered by the 2020 Census. His cam- Discusses 2020-2021 Budgets reputable manufacturer and installer. in the 21st Legislative District,” Sen. Mountainside, JoAnn Neylan of paign did not respond to a request for The leak began overnight and sent Kean said in a statement. Westfield and Steven Blaufeder of comment about whether or not he will By REBECCA MEHORTER County Open Space tax levy (0.65 per- email alerts to Mr. Auker and his A representative of Republican Jon Garwood. be running for Congress. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cent). CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Bramnick, who serves as the New Earlier this year, Democrat Joseph Sen. Kean has served in the State WESTFIELD — The Westfield The town adjusted for “a lot of un- Signorello, who serves as Roselle Senate since 2003 and prior to that Town Council Finance Policy Com- knowns” in its 2020 budget, which was Park’s mayor, announced his inten- served in the State Assembly. He cur- mittee gave a budget presentation on finalized in April, Ms. Habgood con- Garwood Prioritizes tion to run as the Democratic nomi- rently serves on the Higher Educa- January 28 to go over the budget pro- tinued, with the assumption life would nee for the 21st District State Senate tion Committee, Legislative Oversight cess, the results from the 2020 budget have returned to normal by September seat. Committee and Select Committee on and goals for the 2021 budget. Council- at the latest. She said the town reduced Pedestrian Safety All candidates have until Monday, New Jersey Transit. Sen. Kean has woman Linda Habgood, who chairs the spending by 1.3 percent, despite a 2.32- April 5, to file their petition to run. sponsored legislation to expand the finance policy committee, said the an- percent increase in non-discretionary By JULIA BONAVITACOLA “It’s simply pedestrian warning signs The election Primaries will take place scoping and penalties of hazing, per- nual budget presentation started three costs, in anticipation of revenue losses. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader with LED beacons at the bottom of on Tuesday, June 8, and the General mit schools to count virtual/remote years ago to help residents better under- In fact, the 2020 budget projected a GARWOOD – In its third meeting of those, and as you approach as a pedes- Election will take place on Tuesday, instruction as part of the 180-day stand the process and ask questions $1.2-million (or -6.3 percent) decline the year, the Garwood Borough Coun- trian, you manually hit the button… so November 2. school year, expand students’ access about the town’s spending. in revenue because of losses in parking, cil reviewed two new reports about that crosswalk is lit up with beacons so In November, Sen. Kean lost a nar- to technology for school and require Ms. Habgood began the virtual meet- court and construction fees. Ms. improving infrastructure and education people who are driving know that there row race for the U.S. House New a declaration of the Code Blue alert ing with a pie chart showing the amount Habgood said the plan was to use the surrounding pedestrian safety. is someone at the crosswalk,” Chief Jersey District 7 seat to Tom when the National Weather Service of the tax collection that actually goes town’s surplus to manage revenue losses Mayor Sara Todisco opened the Wright said. Malinowski. The closeness of the race predicts temperatures of 32 degrees toward the municipal budget. Although and lower tax rates. meeting by saying that the distribution These beacons are going to be in- and the slow counting of mail-in bal- Fahrenheit or lower. $178,194,999 was collected in taxes, The town’s surplus, Town Adminis- of safety vests for pedestrians to wear stalled in six different locations, with lots left this race undecided for nearly “When he leaves office next Janu- only $28,538,574 goes to the munici- trator Jim Gildea said, “is used for a around town has been going well. There one intersection getting two pedestrian two weeks. Congressman Malinowski ary, Tom Kean, Jr. will have repre- pal tax levy (approximately 16 per- rainy day” to avoid layoffs and cuts in have been 100 vests distributed to resi- beacons. These intersections include received 54.63 percent of the vote, sented his North and Central Jersey cent). Of that, much is “eaten up” by services. Surpluses are generated “by dents of Garwood so far. Anyone who Walnut Street at Second, Third and and Sen. Kean received 42.29 per- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 non-discretionary costs, which are fees very specific items that really have no wants to get a vest for themselves can Fourth Avenues, along with Center the town is required to spend money on, bearing on taxes or what we collect,” he go to the Garwood Police Department Street at Myrtle Avenue and Willow like the sewage budget. Tax collections said, like from the school budget, ex- to pick up their own. Avenue. Chief Wright said these loca- also go to the school district tax levy cess tax collections and expenditure Mayor Todisco said the two reports tions usually have the most foot traffic. (about 59.6 percent of tax collections), savings and reduced by tax appeals. that had been ordered to detail im- He also wants to install LED stop signs Union County tax levy (22.2 percent), Using the surplus affects more than provements that could be made in infra- and rumble striping in order to mitigate the library (1.53 percent) and the Union CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 structure and education in regards to accidents involving pedestrians. pedestrian safety had finally been com- Members of the council were over- pleted and given to her and the other whelmingly in favor of all the new governing body members. These re- educational and infrastructure improve- ports were made available to the public ments. Councilman Sean Benoit asked last Monday. Chief Wright if, along with the new “I want to thank the residents who pedestrian beacons, there were any plans have contacted me already as well as to add a fourth crosswalk at Walnut attending tonight to share their feed- Street and Second Avenue in order to back. I fully support swift action to make a box at that intersection. Chief implement measures mentioned in the Wright said that the real reason for not report,” said Mayor Todisco. adding a fourth crosswalk was so that Police Chief James Wright gave a the “kids and the parents can continue presentation on the reports during the to cross on that one crosswalk so that meeting. Chief Wright said he wants to the crossing guard doesn’t have any- start a “Street Smart” campaign in the thing behind them to keep an eye on.” Photo courtesy of David Womelsdorf borough that will help educate pedes- He went on to say that he would look KEEP RUNNING...Two feet of snow did not stop this pair of runners in trians and drivers alike on what the into the issue. downtown Westfield on Monday. responsibilities are for each role. Post- Public comments were taken after ers will be going up around the borough the council’s comments. Nine mem- PAGE INDEX to support this campaign, which he bers of the public commented on the Regional ...... 2-3, 5 Education ...... 7, 12 hopes the police department will be proposed infrastructure changes and Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-11 able to start in April. various other propositions brought up Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Police ...... 12 Home Sales ... 3 CRUISING DOWN THE SLOPES...Snowboarders took advantage of the snow- Chief Wright also said he plans on in the reports. Kathleen Villaggio, a Community ... 6, 12 Classifieds ..... 12 covered hill at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside on Tuesday, after the winter installing pedestrian beacons at cross- member of the planning board, also Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 13-14 storm had passed. walks around the borough. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Page 8 Thursday, February 4, 2021 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION

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WESTFIELD — The Westfield to install three drains to one lot and a The presentation named South Av- Planning Board heard a Master Plan new piping system in the back of the enue, Elmer Street, Elm Street, 333 Re-examination update at its Mon- other as well as roof leaders that would Central Avenue, the Lord & Taylor day night meeting as well as pro- connect to the piping systems on both properties, the downtown core and posed General Ordinance 224. The houses. The underground piping sys- the Elite Properties on the Garwood board also approved a motion to rec- tems would connect to the existing border as “investment areas.” It also ommend 417 Prospect Street to be storm drain system on Palsted Av- highlighted potential future develop- designated as historic. Additionally, enue. Neighbors Jay Troutman and ment trends like breweries, distillers, new board member Asima Jansveld, Andrew Gilman called in to voice rooftop lounges and, because of the vice president of The Highline Net- their support of the project, both ex- Covid-19 pandemic, outdoor dining work, was sworn in. pressing favor for the construction of and co-working spaces. The meeting kicked off with the two single-family homes rather than a The specifics will come with the board unanimously approving a reso- large, two-family home. The board full report, which the consultants said lution for 104 Winchester Way/101 approved the application on the con- has an April 1 deadline. The group Barchester Way, an application that ditions that the architectural design has spoken to important stakehold- was heard at the board’s January 21 be reviewed by the Site Plan Review ers, mainly major property owners meeting. Committee, that any tree removals be like the Hudson’s Bay Company, but The board approved another appli- discussed with and approved by the needs to finish its analysis. The board cation, for 417 Palsted Avenue, first tree preservation commission, that should expect to hear a draft at a heard at its January meeting. At the the new house be subject to the town special meeting in March, Town Plan- January meeting, board members and development fee and that the drain- ner Don Sammet said. He also said residents expressed concern regard- age plan be included in the construc- the report will not include cost esti- Lauren S. Barr for The Westfield Leader ing storm water management as the tion. mates for the suggestions because the BE THE LIGHT...Pictured above are Liz Ensslin, president of the Westfield Rotary Club; Rev. Jeremy Jinkins, senior pastor of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield; Keith Gibbons, Westfield Food Pantry; Deirdre Gelinne, executive director of the Villani Building and Development, The board then heard a report about estimates would become stale too Westfield United Fund; Bernadette Murphy, executive director of St. Joseph Social Service Center; and Amy Cummings, LLC, planned to build two single- a unified land-use and circulation quickly. Presbyterian Church in Westfield, present checks from “Be the Light, Westfield!”, the November 29 Night of Luminaries family homes on the property, which update, as recommended by the Mas- The board amendment to the town’s organized by the Westfield United Fund, The Presbyterian Church in Westfield and the Westfield Rotary Club. The event currently contains one home. Al- ter Plan Re-examination, from the historic preservation ordinance, Gen- raised over $33,000 for programs fighting hunger in the area. See the press release on Page 3 for more information. though the only variance request was project’s consultants, H2M and WSP. eral Ordinance 224, would allow the for lot depth following a minor subdi- The presentation laid out what the chair of the Historic Preservation vision, board members agreed they final report will look like, including Commission to review minor appli- would need a water drainage plan in suggested improvements to be made cations for certificate of appropriate- Fanwood Council Discusses order to approve the application. in regards to car, bike and foot traffic. ness rather than the full board. The At Monday’s meeting, William The presentation also dabbled in re- board found the ordinance to be con- sistent with the Master Plan. Shared Court Services “The intent is to really streamline the application review process,” Mr. By SUSAN ALACCHI cilwoman Katherine Mitchell men- court administrator retired last year Rec. Commission Tables Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Sammet said. “When there’s a rela- tioned the difference between having a and was not replaced. The current tively simple application — what the FANWOOD — Mayor Colleen full-time versus part-time municipal court administrator is due to retire in Laser-Tag Application historic preservation ordinance classi- Mahr complimented the Fanwood De- court. Councilwoman Erin McElroy July. He said the borough needs to fies as a minor application — just have partment of Public Works (DPW) at Barker said that the Administration have someone trained to take over By JENNIFER GLACKIN coming new members can fill out a it reviewed by the chair of the Historic Monday’s borough council meeting and Finance Committee discussed this when the administrator leaves. There Specially Written for The Westfield Leader pool member interest form on the Preservation Commission rather than for its hard work during the storm and that Susan MacMullan, the mu- is a question as to whether the borough WESTFIELD – The Westfield Rec- recreation website. waiting for a duly-noticed, regular earlier this week. She asked that resi- nicipal court judge, is willing to give should have a part-time deputy as it reation Department is planning for The commission voted to support a public meeting of the commission.” dents be patient while doing the “snow her insight into the proposal. It was has had in the past or if the position spring activities and programs, said spring painting event in Brightwood “This change came as a result of a dance” of digging themselves out and decided that this will be brought up as should be made full-time. Director Don Bogardus at the Park but not co-sponsor it. The Friends lot of conversations with residents of then having the plow dump snow and a resolution at the next meeting. The next Fanwood Borough Coun- Westfield Recreation Commission of Brightwood Park (FOBP) and the the historic Kimble Avenue block, block them in. Chief Financial Officer Fred cil meeting will take place on Tuesday, meeting Monday night. Winter is “our Westfield Art Association had asked our only historic district in town,” A discussion took place on sharing Tomkins mentioned that the deputy February 16, at 7:30 p.m. busiest time,” he said. the recreation commission for help Councilwoman Linda Habgood said. municipal court services with other Commissioners will be examining with registration and insurance. “Right “Helping them to stay happy with municipalities. Borough Administra- the town’s playgrounds to see which now, we just don’t have the staff power their status and encouraging other tor Rayna Harris explained that Al ones need updating. According to Mr. to get that done,” said Mr. Bogardus, people to think about this is an impor- Mirabella, Scotch Plains township Bogardus, there is no average life referencing his earlier statement about tant part of this amendment as well.” manager, had sent a letter requesting 2020-21 Budget expectancy for playground equip- this being a busy time. Commissioner The board found the historic desig- a study of sharing court with four CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ment. He said that manufacturers rec- Russ Howell noted that the event nation of 417 Prospect Street, owned towns. Those towns would be just the current year, however, Mr. lected the year before, even if there was ommend replacement about every 20 “sounds like a cool idea,” but thought by Joyce Lee Goldstein, as consistent Fanwood, Scotch Plains, Westfield Gildea said, and 2021 will probably use an opportunity for that,” Mr. Gildea years but that the usage and subse- it would be better if the FOBP handled with the Master Plan. The home, which and Garwood. Mr. Mirabella asked more surplus funds as well. said, the town is in a “pretty good spot” quent “wear-and-tear” are what de- its own registration and insurance. was identified as historic in the plan, is Fanwood to put forth a resolution to The 2020 budget anticipated park- for 2021. termines longevity. Heather Re- An application to use the Tamaques being voluntarily designated by the become part of the study, with a pro- ing revenue to drop by $384,561 in The main challenge will be non- Ferratti, assistant director of the de- Park woods sparked some debate about owner. Mayor Shelley Brindle said it fessional company to analyze the fea- comparison to 2019, but in actuality, it discretionary expenses, over which the partment, will give each commis- the use of parks by third-party ven- would be the fifth historic preservation sibility of doing this. dropped by $523,135. With residents town has no control. The costs so far sioner a safety checklist to help them dors. A Boy Scout troop wanted to use designation in two years. With the Mayor Mahr said she feels this would working from home, less cars were on exceed $700,000 and include such items evaluate the equipment. the woods to run a private laser-tag board’s approval, the application will be a good way to save money. Coun- the roads and occupying parking lots. as the Rahway Valley Sewerage Au- The Edison field project “is pro- event. “It’s a passive park in the woods be sent back to the town council for Also, Mark Parmelee, the Finance thority, pensions, insurance costs and gressing at a good pace,” said Com- in Tamaques,” said Mr. Bogardus, final approval. Policy Committee vice chair, said fac- reserve for uncollected taxes. There mission Chair Jennifer Gilman. More noting that people often go for runs or The board then went into executive tors like the town extending free park- also will be increases in costs of resi- information will be forthcoming in walk their dogs there. “I really don’t session to discuss pending litigation. Pedestrian ing downtown for the holiday season dential services like public safety and the next few weeks, she said. think that’s a kind of activity we should The next planning board meeting will CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and giving up parking for parklets and curbside leaf collection. Answering a Memorial Pool is planning to open be promoting in that park,” he said. take place on Monday, March 1, at endorsed the new infrastructure and outdoor dining probably increased question from the public, Mr. Gildea this summer, said Ms. Re-Ferratti, Mr. Bogardus said that he would 7:30 p.m. education initiatives. She said she losses. said legal fees for the town were as with the same membership fees as the like the Boy Scouts to be able to have wanted the borough to look into pedes- Court fees, another big area of rev- expected for 2020. 2020 season. They are still waiting to that type of event but that it was the trian safety measures for Third Avenue enue collection for the town, also Mr. Gildea said budget opportunities hear about operating procedures and wrong space. Ultimately, the com- and Cedar Street because, “if [you] are dropped in 2020 as courts shut down for 2021 include the potential easing of regulations and probably will not have mission decided to table the applica- Kean making a left onto Third from Cedar, early in the pandemic. The 2020 budget the pandemic in the second half of the more information about those until tion until more detailed information CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 [you] can’t see.” John Bartelik said that anticipated a $124,439 drop in com- year and projected reimbursements closer to the season, she said. Those about the specific location in the constituents for 20 years in both the he hopes that these new initiatives also parison to 2019, but actually, there was from CARES Act money, which would who were members during the 2019 woods could be determined. State Senate and Assembly,” Gover- will incorporate education to other com- a drop of $238,158. Courts began oper- add to the surplus. and 2020 seasons will receive an in- The next meeting of the Westfield nor Phil Murphy said in a statement. munities who drive in Garwood and ating virtually after months of being Resident Shawn Mullens asked dur- formation packet in the mail, said Ms. Recreation Commission will be on “He has ably carried on the legacy of speed through the streets. Kim Ficaro closed, and Mr. Gildea said they will ing the section of the meeting in which Re-Ferratti. People interested in be- Monday, March 1. service that runs deep in his family. agreed with Ms. Villaggio about Third resume in-person sessions some time questions from the public were accepted We wish Tom all the best as he tran- Avenue and Cedar Street and also sug- next month. what the total debt the town owes is. Mr. sitions out of the State House and to a gested that a crosswalk be implemented In 2020, the Conservation Center Gildea said the debt is approximately new chapter.” at that intersection for the convenience and Construction Department both is- $20 million of statutory debt, which is of children walking home from school. sued more permits than expected. The significantly less than the allowed $250 Mayor Todisco said, “This will defi- Construction Department surpassed its million. nitely be a multi-phase project. … A lot anticipated revenue for 2020. Westfield The budget team will begin meeting In Person of this is the workings of government. also saw tax collections exceed 99 per- with department heads this week to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 You can’t get a pedestrian beacon up in cent. Mr. Gildea said the town had discuss department needs and budgets, team, but the alerts were initially a week. … Exact locations could be worried that people would not be able Mr. Gilda said. Ms. Habgood said the missed because the incident happened tweaked a bit if we put a little bit more to pay. focus for departments is on long-term at 1 a.m. There are now safeguards in additional money into that bond ordi- The town also received $833,000 in changes in cost reductions, potentially place to ensure alerts will be received nance. We could leave room to go from pursued grants, made improvements at through shared services and diversify- any time of the day. five LED stop signs to six or from seven town parks and realized “significant ing revenue streams. The budget pro- The board approved a $2.1 million pedestrian beacons to eight if we so progress” on its downtown redevelop- cess will be “very dynamic,” she said, transfer from capital reserve to pay choose.” ment plan, which Mr. Gildea said will as they plan for 2021 and the years for four upcoming projects. The Council President Jen Blumenstock create more diverse revenue opportu- ahead. projects include toilet renovations at thanked the public for the comments nities. On Tuesday, March 9, the Finance Washington Elementary School and and said, “I don’t want the public to Going into 2021’s budget process, Policy Committee will present a budget Jefferson Elementary School (JES), then think [after this ordinance], ‘OK, Mr. Gildea said the 2020 impacts on to the town council. On Tuesday, March JES exterior doors, JES Rooms A and well then our hands are washed. We put revenue were significant and will affect 23, the budget will be introduced to the B renovations, and Roosevelt Inter- those things on the streets and we’re the decisions made for the upcoming public, and the anticipated adoption of mediate School Room 500 renova- done.’ … I know the police committee year. “We have to make decisions now the budget will be Tuesday, April 20. tions. and the chief will go over some of those that will affect the rest of the year,” he Residents can email There will be a special BOE meet- ideas brought up tonight.” said, even with a number of unknowns. [email protected] with ques- ing on Thursday, February 4 at 7 p.m. With the full support of the council, Some of the budget goals, he said, tions, and all questions and answers to hire consultants to aid in the search Mayor Todisco has set the bonding are to manage spending, utilize the sent in will be published on the budget for a new superintendent. 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By SUSAN ALACCHI Mirabella, Scotch Plains township MacMullan, the municipal court Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times manager, had sent a letter requesting judge, is willing to give her insight FANWOOD — Mayor Colleen a study of sharing court with four into the proposal. It was decided that Mahr complimented the Fanwood towns. Those towns would be this will be brought up as a resolution Department of Public Works (DPW) Fanwood, Scotch Plains, Westfield at the next meeting. at Monday’s borough council meet- and Garwood. Mr. Mirabella asked There also was a discussion of court ing for its hard work during the storm Fanwood to put forth a resolution to security. Judge MacMullan has asked earlier this week. She asked that resi- become part of the study, with a pro- for “Covid-friendly” barriers on the dents be patient while doing the “snow fessional company to analyze the fea- dais and for litigators, said Ms. Har- dance” of digging themselves out and sibility of doing this. ris. Court Divisions said sessions will then having the plow dump snow and Mayor Mahr said she feels this be held in-person “soon,” she said. block them in. would be a good way to save money. Mayor Mahr also mentioned that since A moment of silence was held in Councilwoman Katherine Mitchell the council meets in the court cham- solidarity with those who have been mentioned the difference between bers, council members need to think impacted by Covid-19. having a full-time versus part-time about what it will take to create a safe A discussion took place on sharing municipal court. Councilwoman Erin environment for the council to use as municipal court services with other McElroy Barker said that the Admin- well. municipalities. Borough Administra- istration and Finance Committee dis- Chief Financial Officer Fred tor Rayna Harris explained that Al cussed this and that Susan Tomkins mentioned that the deputy court administrator retired last year and was not replaced. The current court administrator is due to retire in July. He said the borough needs to have someone trained to take over Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times when the administrator leaves. There SNOW STORM HITS SCOTCH PLAINS...It was all hands on deck with shovels, snow blowers and plows after this week's is a question as to whether the bor- massive snow storm ended this past Tuesday morning, leaving behind close to two feet of snow in Scotch Plains. ough should have a part-time deputy as it has had in the past or if the position should be made full-time. Tom Kean, Jr. Will Not Seek Next, they discussed the zoning officer, who was hired at eight hours a week. However, he has been work- ing more than 16 hours on average. It Re-Election to State Senate was agreed that a resolution must be made to change the zoning officer’s By REBECCA MEHORTER A representative of Republican Jon two weeks. Congressman Malinowski hours. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Bramnick, who serves as the New received 54.63 percent of the vote, Councilwoman Patricia Walsh said TRENTON — Senator Tom Kean, Jersey General Assembly’s Republi- and Sen. Kean received 42.29 per- there is a resolution to make Lieuten- Jr. announced February 1 that he will can Leader, said Asm. Bramnick will cent, according to county election ant Marc Gottlick in charge of the not seek re-election to the New Jersey be running for Sen. Kean’s Senate results. Fanwood Police Department because State Senate as the representative for seat. His representative further said Sen. Kean first sought a seat in the Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times SNOW DAY IN MOUNTAINSIDE...All age groups showed up at Echo Lake Park of the retirement of Captain Kevin the 21st District once his term ends in Asm. Bramnick has been seeking sup- U.S. House of Representatives in on Tuesday, February 2 to enjoy their snow day on the steep hill over looking the Grimmer effective February 1, 2021. 2022. Mr. Kean currently is Senate port from various municipal chairs. 2000, when he lost in the Primaries to frozen lake. Ms. Harris explained that this must Republican Leader. In a statement released Wednesday, Republican Mike Ferguson. He lost be put in as an ordinance because “Public service will always be a Asm. Bramnick said he has the sup- in a race for the U.S. Senate seat in the there is no line item for this position. part of who I am and how I live my port of all three Republican county 2006 General Election to Senator Bob Westfield Recreation Tables Councilwoman McElroy Barker life, but after thoughtful discussion chairs who make up the 21st District. Menendez in a very close race. pointed out that although the ordi- with my family, I have decided not to He also said he has the support of all Sen. Kean could potentially chal- nance must go through two readings, seek re-election for the State Senate 16 district Republican municipal lenge Congressman Malinowski in Laser Tag Application the salary can be retroactive. in the 21st Legislative District,” Sen. chairs, including Andis Kalnins of 2022 once congressional lines are CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Kean said in a statement. Cranford, J.D. Bryden of redrawn with the information gath- By JENNIFER GLACKIN with the same membership fees as the Mountainside, JoAnn Neylan of ered by the 2020 Census. His cam- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 2020 season. They are still waiting to Westfield and Steven Blaufeder of paign did not respond to a request for WESTFIELD – The Westfield Rec- hear about operating procedures and Garwood Prioritizes Garwood. comment about whether or not he will reation Department is planning for regulations and probably will not have Earlier this year, Democrat Joseph be running for Congress. spring activities and programs, said more information about those until Signorello, who serves as Roselle Sen. Kean has served in the State Director Don Bogardus at the closer to the season, she said. Those Pedestrian Safety Park’s mayor, announced his inten- Senate since 2003 and prior to that Westfield Recreation Commission who were members during the 2019 tion to run as the Democratic nomi- served in the State Assembly. He cur- meeting Monday night. Winter is “our and 2020 seasons will receive an in- By JULIA BONAVITACOLA “It’s simply pedestrian warning nee for the 21st District State Senate rently serves on the Higher Educa- busiest time,” he said. formation packet in the mail, said Ms. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times signs with LED beacons at the bot- seat. tion Committee, Legislative Oversight Commissioners will be examining Re-Ferratti. People interested in be- GARWOOD – In its third meeting tom of those, and as you approach as All candidates have until Monday, Committee and Select Committee on the town’s playgrounds to see which coming new members can fill out a of the year, the Garwood Borough a pedestrian, you manually hit the April 5, to file their petition to run. New Jersey Transit. Sen. Kean has ones need updating. According to Mr. pool member interest form on the Council reviewed two new reports button… so that crosswalk is lit up The election Primaries will take place sponsored legislation to expand the Bogardus, there is no average life recreation website. about improving infrastructure and with beacons so people who are driv- on Tuesday, June 8, and the General scoping and penalties of hazing, per- expectancy for playground equip- The commission voted to support a education surrounding pedestrian ing know that there is someone at the Election will take place on Tuesday, mit schools to count virtual/remote ment. He said that manufacturers rec- spring painting event in Brightwood safety. crosswalk,” Chief Wright said. November 2. instruction as part of the 180-day ommend replacement about every 20 Park but not co-sponsor it. The Friends Mayor Sara Todisco opened the These beacons are going to be in- In November, Sen. Kean lost a nar- school year, expand students’ access years but that the usage and subse- of Brightwood Park (FOBP) and the meeting by saying that the distribu- stalled in six different locations, with row race for the U.S. House New to technology for school and require quent “wear-and-tear” are what de- Westfield Art Association had asked tion of safety vests for pedestrians to one intersection getting two pedes- Jersey District 7 seat to Tom a declaration of the Code Blue alert termines longevity. Heather Re- the recreation commission for help wear around town has been going trian beacons. These intersections Malinowski. The closeness of the race when the National Weather Service Ferratti, assistant director of the de- with registration and insurance. “Right well. There have been 100 vests dis- include Walnut Street at Second, Third and the slow counting of mail-in bal- predicts temperatures of 32 degrees partment, will give each commis- now, we just don’t have the staff power tributed to residents of Garwood so and Fourth Avenues, along with Cen- lots left this race undecided for nearly CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 sioner a safety checklist to help them to get that done,” said Mr. Bogardus, far. Anyone who wants to get a vest ter Street at Myrtle Avenue and Wil- evaluate the equipment. referencing his earlier statement about for themselves can go to the Garwood low Avenue. Chief Wright said these The Edison field project “is pro- this being a busy time. Commissioner Police Department to pick up their locations usually have the most foot gressing at a good pace,” said Com- Russ Howell noted that the event own. traffic. He also wants to install LED mission Chair Jennifer Gilman. More “sounds like a cool idea,” but thought Mayor Todisco said the two re- stop signs and rumble striping in or- information will be forthcoming in it would be better if the FOBP handled ports that had been ordered to detail der to mitigate accidents involving the next few weeks, she said. its own registration and insurance. improvements that could be made in pedestrians. Memorial Pool is planning to open An application to use the Tamaques infrastructure and education in re- Members of the council were over- this summer, said Ms. Re-Ferratti, CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 gards to pedestrian safety had finally whelmingly in favor of all the new been completed and given to her and educational and infrastructure im- the other governing body members. provements. Councilman Sean Benoit These reports were made available to asked Chief Wright if, along with the the public last Monday. new pedestrian beacons, there were “I want to thank the residents who any plans to add a fourth crosswalk at have contacted me already as well as Walnut Street and Second Avenue in attending tonight to share their feed- order to make a box at that intersec- back. I fully support swift action to tion. Chief Wright said that the real implement measures mentioned in the reason for not adding a fourth cross- report,” said Mayor Todisco. walk was so that the “kids and the Police Chief James Wright gave a parents can continue to cross on that presentation on the reports during the one crosswalk so that the crossing meeting. Chief Wright said he wants guard doesn’t have anything behind Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times to start a “Street Smart” campaign in them to keep an eye on.” He went on SLEDDING THROUGH THE SNOW...As the snow continued to fall this past the borough that will help educate to say that he would look into the Monday night, sledders of all ages in Scotch Plains raced to the hills to enjoy their pedestrians and drivers alike on what issue. snow day. the responsibilities are for each role. Public comments were taken after Posters will be going up around the the council’s comments. Nine mem- PAGE INDEX borough to support this campaign, bers of the public commented on the which he hopes the police depart- proposed infrastructure changes and Regional ...... 2-3, 5 Education ...... 7, 12 ment will be able to start in April. various other propositions brought Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-11 Chief Wright also said he plans on up in the reports. Kathleen Villaggio, Police ...... 12 Home Sales ... 3 Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times installing pedestrian beacons at cross- a member of the planning board, also Community ... 6, 12 Classifieds ..... 12 SNOW FALL COVERS SCOTCH PLAINS...Vehicles were blanketed in two feet Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 13-14 of snow after Monday's snow storm hit town. walks around the borough. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Page 8 Thursday, February 4, 2021 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION

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The day night meeting as well as pro- cern regarding storm water man- board found the ordinance to be con- posed General Ordinance 224. The agement as the Villani Building and sistent with the Master Plan. board also approved a motion to Development, LLC, planned to “The intent is to really streamline recommend 417 Prospect Street to build two single-family homes on the application review process,” Mr. be designated as historic. Addition- the property, which currently con- Sammet said. “When there’s a rela- ally, new board member Asima tains one home. Although the only tively simple application — what the Jansveld, vice president of The variance request was for lot depth historic preservation ordinance clas- Highline Network, was sworn in. following a minor subdivision, sifies as a minor application — just The meeting kicked off with the board board members agreed they would have it reviewed by the chair of the unanimously approving a resolution for need a water drainage plan in order Historic Preservation Commission 104 Winchester Way/101 Barchester to approve the application. rather than waiting for a duly-no- Way, an application that was heard at At Monday’s meeting, William ticed, regular public meeting of the the board’s January 21 meeting. Hollows, the project’s engineer, sur- commission.” veyor and planner, presented a plan “This change came as a result of a to install three drains to one lot and lot of conversations with residents of a new piping system in the back of the historic Kimble Avenue block, Shared Court the other as well as roof leaders that our only historic district in town,” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 would connect to the piping sys- Councilwoman Linda Habgood said. The council discussed joining the tems on both houses. The under- “Helping them to stay happy with Hunterdon County Education Service ground piping systems would con- their status and encouraging other Lauren S. Barr for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Co-op. Mr. Tomkins said there is no nect to the existing storm drain sys- people to think about this is an impor- BE THE LIGHT...Pictured above are Liz Ensslin, president of the Westfield Rotary Club; Rev. Jeremy Jinkins, senior pastor cost involved. It is a purchasing co- tem on Palsted Avenue. Neighbors tant part of this amendment as well.” of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield; Keith Gibbons, Westfield Food Pantry; Deirdre Gelinne, executive director of the operative, so there is no reason not to Jay Troutman and Andrew Gilman The board found the historic desig- Westfield United Fund; Bernadette Murphy, executive director of St. Joseph Social Service Center; and Amy Cummings, join as it would give Fanwood better called in to voice their support of nation of 417 Prospect Street, owned The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, present checks from “Be the Light, Westfield!” The November 29 Night of pricing. the project, both expressing favor by Joyce Lee Goldstein, as consistent Luminaries, organized by the Westfield United Fund, The Presbyterian Church in Westfield and the Westfield Rotary Club, Another ordinance discussed was for the construction of two single- with the Master Plan. The home, which raised over $33,000 for programs fighting hunger in our area. Funds were divided equally among efforts in Westfield, the New Jersey Infrastructure Financ- family homes rather than a large, was identified as historic in the plan, Elizabeth and Union County. See the press release on Page 3 for more information. ing for Sanitary Sewer Infrastructure two-family home. The board ap- is being voluntarily designated by the Improvements. Mr. Tomkins ex- proved the application on the con- owner. Mayor Shelley Brindle said it plained that the state has an infra- ditions that the architectural design would be the fifth historic preserva- structure bank financing program that be reviewed by the Site Plan Re- tion designation in two years. With Westfield High School to allows municipalities to finance things view Committee, that any tree re- the board’s approval, the application related to sewers. The state finances movals be discussed with and ap- will be sent back to the town council and underwrites the cost of borrow- proved by the tree preservation com- for final approval. ing the money. Since Fanwood is do- mission, that the new house be sub- The board then went into executive Offer More Days In Person ing sewer projects, the borough can ject to the town development fee session to discuss pending litigation. finance some of the costs through and that the drainage plan be in- The next planning board meeting will this. It also can help with costs for cluded in the construction. take place on Monday, March 1, at By JENNIFER GLACKIN cohorts, that were initially dismissed conditioner caused a slow leak of DPW purchases. Mr. Tomkins said The board then heard a report 7:30 p.m. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times during summer planning. That plan coolant, eventually overheating and the state picks up half the interest cost about a unified land-use and circu- WESTFIELD – Westfield High was originally dismissed as a viable shutting down the newly installed so it is an incentive for Fanwood to lation update, as recommended by School will offer four days a week option because deep cleaning of each unit and the district servers. The use this. the Master Plan Re-examination, of in-person learning for the third classroom would take too much time issue did not cause the district to The council discussed using a con- from the project’s consultants, H2M Kean marking period, Superintendent in between sessions, said Dr. Dolan. lose any data, said Chief Technol- sent agenda at the meetings. Mayor and WSP. The presentation laid out CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Margaret Dolan, Ed.D., announced Another parent suggestion was ogy Officer Brian Auker. Mahr explained that Fanwood had what the final report will look like, Fahrenheit or lower. at Tuesday’s Board of Education to keep students in cohorts but of- Mr. Auker said this seemed to be used it in the past but moved away including suggested improvements “When he leaves office next (BOE) meeting. Parents and stu- fer full-day, in-person learning for “a fluke,” as the equipment came from it. She pointed out that this for- to be made in regards to car, bike January, Tom Kean, Jr. will have dents were surveyed on whether or their in-person, rather than the half- from a reputable manufacturer and mat would be a way to streamline the and foot traffic. The presentation represented his North and Central not they would prefer in-person or day in-person hybrid. Dr. Dolan installer. The leak began overnight meetings because items already dis- also dabbled in redevelopment ideas Jersey constituents for 20 years in virtual learning, and only 25 per- said the health department has ad- and sent email alerts to Mr. Auker cussed at agenda meetings can be to improve land-use concepts. both the State Senate and Assem- cent of the student body chose in- vised that eating with others is a and his team, but the alerts were bundled into a consent agenda, read- The presentation named South Av- bly,” Governor Phil Murphy said person. Because of the small num- “high -risk activity,” which makes initially missed because the inci- ing the title of the item. At that time, enue, Elmer Street, Elm Street, 333 in a statement. “He has ably car- bers, Dr. Dolan said, it is possible lunch time planning difficult. An- dent happened at 1 a.m. There are a council member can pull an item for Central Avenue, the Lord & Taylor ried on the legacy of service that for all students from cohorts A and other suggested solution, sending now safeguards in place to ensure further discussion and continue with properties, the downtown core and runs deep in his family. We wish B who want to, to attend in person students home for lunch and then alerts will be received any time of the consent agenda. the Elite Properties on the Garwood Tom all the best as he transitions four days per week for half-days. back to school in the afternoons, the day. Mayor Mahr also brought up stand- border as “investment areas.” It also out of the State House and to a new All students will be able to sit six will not work for many families, The board approved a $2.1 mil- ing committee reports. Going through highlighted potential future develop- chapter.” feet apart, as per Centers for Dis- said Dr. Dolan. lion transfer from capital reserve to committee reports “is not necessarily ment trends like breweries, distillers, ease Control and Prevention (CDC) “I hear your frustration as par- pay for four upcoming projects. The to report out what you will do in two rooftop lounges and, because of the guidelines. ents,” said board president Amy projects include toilet renovations weeks,” Mayor Mahr said, but to share Covid-19 pandemic, outdoor dining In contrast, 75 to 80 percent of Root. Ms. Root also stated that the at Washington Elementary School with the council any progress or con- and co-working spaces. Pedestrian the elementary and middle school current model is under “constant and Jefferson Elementary School cerns and to give council members “a The specifics will come with the full CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 students’ parents chose in person, reassessment.” (JES), JES exterior doors, JES heads up on things that are coming report, which the consultants said has endorsed the new infrastructure and said Dr. Dolan, so those students Dr. Dolan said that “I don’t mini- Rooms A and B renovations, and our way.” an April 1 deadline. The group has education initiatives. She said she will remain on the current cohort mize how hard it is” for children Roosevelt Intermediate School Councilwoman McElroy Barker spoken to important stakeholders, wanted the borough to look into pe- schedule. Classrooms are not large and parents to continue learning this Room 500 renovations. asked if the committee reports would mainly major property owners like the destrian safety measures for Third enough to accommodate the re- way after doing it for a long time There will be a special BOE meet- be a time to put forth a potential Hudson’s Bay Company, but needs to Avenue and Cedar Street because, “if quired six feet distance among stu- and that the teachers and the admin- ing on Thursday, February 4 at 7 consent item. “Absolutely,” Mayor finish its analysis. The board should [you] are making a left onto Third dents. Opening the schools for more istrators “are trying to find the op- p.m. to hire consultants to aid in the Mahr said. “I want the council to feel expect to hear a draft at a special from Cedar, [you] can’t see.” John in-person days can “only happen portunities we can.” search for a new superintendent. free” to mention “things percolating meeting in March, Town Planner Don Bartelik said that he hopes that these when the numbers work,” said Dr. The board also addressed Janu- The next regular meeting of the BOE out within your committees” that may Sammet said. He also said the report new initiatives also will incorporate Dolan, continuing to state that she ary 21’s school closure and subse- will be on Tuesday February, 23 at require action. will not include cost estimates for the education to other communities who will “absolutely” open the schools quent remote day. A pinhole-sized 7 p.m. Both meetings will be held The council then went into execu- suggestions because the estimates drive in Garwood and speed through if the numbers work. hole in a pipe of the server room air virtually. tive session. The next Fanwood Bor- would become stale too quickly. the streets. Kim Ficaro agreed with Parents called in with concerns ough Council meeting will take place The board amendment to the town’s Ms. Villaggio about Third Avenue about the lack of in-person learning on Tuesday, February 16, at 7:30 p.m. historic preservation ordinance, Gen- and Cedar Street and also suggested for younger students, asking if the that a crosswalk be implemented at board had reexamined other possi- that intersection for the convenience bilities, such as half-day a.m./p.m. of children walking home from school. Mayor Todisco said, “This will defi- nitely be a multi-phase project. … A lot of this is the workings of govern- Laser Tag ment. You can’t get a pedestrian bea- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 con up in a week. … Exact locations could be tweaked a bit if we put a little Park woods sparked some debate bit more additional money into that about the use of parks by third-party bond ordinance. We could leave room vendors. A Boy Scout troop wanted to go from five LED stop signs to six to use the woods to run a private or from seven pedestrian beacons to laser-tag event. “It’s a passive park in eight if we so choose.” the woods in Tamaques,” said Mr. Council President Jen Blumenstock Bogardus, noting that people often thanked the public for the comments go for runs or walk their dogs there. “I and said, “I don’t want the public to really don’t think that’s a kind of then think [after this ordinance], ‘OK, activity we should be promoting in well then our hands are washed. We that park,” he said. put those things on the streets and Mr. Bogardus said that he would we’re done.’ … I know the police like the Boy Scouts to be able to have committee and the chief will go over that type of event but that it was the some of those ideas brought up to- wrong space. Ultimately, the com- night.” mission decided to table the applica- With the full support of the council, tion until more detailed information Mayor Todisco has set the bonding about the specific location in the attorney on looking into getting the woods could be determined. Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times money to implement these new infra- The next meeting of the Westfield CRUISING DOWN THE SLOPES...Snowboarders take advantage of the snow- structure and education reforms for Recreation Commission will be on covered hill at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside on Tuesday, February 2 after the pedestrian safety. Monday, March 1. winter storm passed. 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COUNTY – Governor Phil Judge,” said Senator Cryan (D- TRENTON – Senator Tom Kean’s posted in every dressing room, Murphy, Senator Nicholas Scutari and Union). “Not only are each of them bill requiring new posters to be devel- restroom, and restroom stall at strip Senator Joe Cryan expressed praise highly qualified to hold this position, oped and posted to raise awareness of clubs, sexually oriented businesses, for the four individuals nominated in but their diverse backgrounds will be human trafficking was signed into and massage parlors. the Superior Court Judge package for essential in adding valuable insight law today. (National Human Traf- The legislation also requires the the Union County Bench this month. for whatever comes their way.” ficking Hotline) sign to be posted by: bars; airports; The nominees are Dara Govan, Paul Dara Govan attended Rutgers Uni- “I am proud that this legislation passenger rail or light rail stations; Nieves, Rose Comas and Daniel Rob- versity School of Law and has been will be enacted today, especially dur- welcome centers; truck stops; weigh erts. serving as the Chief in the Govern- ing Human Trafficking Awareness stations; emergency rooms within “I am proud to nominate this ex- ment Frauds Office at the United Month,” said Senator Kean (R-21). acute care hospitals; urgent care cen- traordinarily qualified and diverse States Attorney’s Office for the last “The more we raise awareness of ters; farm labor contractors and day group of individuals to Superior Court 10 years. human trafficking, including what it haulers; privately operated job re- seats in Union County. Their commit- Paul Nieves attended Seton Hall looks like and where it happens, the cruitment centers; service areas and ment to justice, fairness, and equality Law School and has served as the harder it will be for traffickers to get safety rest areas along interstate high- Photo Courtesy of Mountainside Police Department will benefit the county and the state as Assistant Section Chief at the New MOUNTAINSIDE FIRE...On January 29 at approximately 2:40 p.m. The away with their despicable crimes.” ways; all forms of public transporta- a whole,” said Governor Murphy. “As Jersey Attorney General’s Office for Mountainside Fire Department was dispatched to a reported working structure in Human trafficking is a form of tion, including every passenger rail Superior Court Judges, these distin- the last 25 years as a Trial Attorney. a home on Cedar Avenue. A juvenile occupant called 911 to report the fire and modern-day slavery that exploits vic- car; and hotels, motels, bed and break- guished individuals will serve the Nieves also serves as a member of the evacuated prior to arrival of police. Police officers James Urban and Alexandra tims for sex, labor, or both. fasts, campsites, and similar places of people of New Jersey well.” Union County Bar Association and Harris observed active fire on the side deck of the home and helped evacuate two dogs This legislation signed today, S- public accommodation. “I would like to congratulate all the Hispanic Bar Association of New from the scene. The police officers then gave shelter to the juvenile occupant and his 280/A-883, requires the New Jersey “Human trafficking occurs today four nominees for receiving this nomi- Jersey. dogs from the cold. Members of the Mountainside Fire Department arrived and Commission on Human Trafficking across New Jersey in places where began extinguishing the fire later assisted by Springfield, Westfield, and Union fire nation,” said Senator Scutari (D- Rose Comas attended Temple departments who responded to the scene. The home sustained significant fire and to develop new signs and posters with many of us would never suspect it, Union). “This is not an easy feat to University’s James E. Beasley School smoke damage. The fire is not believed to be suspicious at this time. directions for obtaining help and ser- including our own communities,” said accomplish, and it is evident that each of Law and has served as the First vices to be displayed in places where Senator Kean. “Victims are often lured of them have worked tirelessly over Deputy County Counsel for Union the victims of human trafficking are with the prospect of a job, and then the years to gain this nomination. County for the last 7 years. Her previ- Legislation to Protect Survivors most likely to see them. have their passports, money, and iden- This is an exceptional group of candi- ous experience includes working as a The new public awareness sign tification stolen by their handlers. It’s dates, each coming from various back- victim/witness counselor as well. would include the toll-free phone imperative that victims, and those grounds with their own areas of ex- Daniel Roberts graduated from Of Domestic Violence Advances number for the National Human Traf- who may have witnessed exploita- pertise. I know that Union County Widener University Delaware ficking Hotline, a 24-hour service. tion, know that help is just a phone will be in great hands with these nomi- School of Law and opened his own TRENTON – In order to protect law, it is a third-degree crime, punish- Under the law, the sign must be call away.” nees and I am looking forward to law office in 1996 alongside his part- survivors of domestic violence while able by up to five years imprison- overseeing their confirmation." ner Jeffrey Charney. Roberts' exper- their assailants await trial, the Senate ment, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. “All four of these nominees have tise is in personal injury, workers’ today advanced legislation sponsored “Strangulation is a brutal and vio- Assembly Panel Discusses the experience needed to hold the compensation, real estate and mu- by Senate President Pro Tempore M. lent attack that is horrifying to vic- prestigious title of Superior Court nicipal court matters. Teresa Ruiz, Senator Joe Cryan and tims,” said Senator Cryan, who previ- Senator Sandra Cunningham to in- ously served as Union County Sher- Restorative Justice Pilot Prog. crease the penalties for strangulation iff. “These attacks are often acts of Clean Communities Council when employed in a domestic vio- domestic violence that escalate if they TRENTON – An Assembly panel models of restorative and transforma- lence incident. are not prevented and stopped. The Wednesday held a discussion on legis- tive justice work, and can help kids “Almost half of all domestic vio- courts should have the ability to pro- lation that would establish a two-year learn, grow and even thrive from their Welcomes New Trustees lence homicide victims had previ- tect survivors from repeated attacks “Restorative Justice in Communities experiences rather than be locked up ously been strangled by their part- before they become tragically fatal.” Pilot Program” to implement restor- only to have their problems worsen. It’s TRENTON – The Board of Trust- New Jersey’s bag ban. ners. The action is a dangerous signal There is a presumption of imprison- ative justice and transformative justice time for New Jersey to finally acknowl- ees of the New Jersey Clean Com- Michael DeLoreto, Esq. of of escalating violence which leads, ment for second-degree crimes. El- practices in our communities. edge that there are No Throwaway Kids, munities Council (NJCCC) wel- Bridgewater, who is a director in the oftentimes, to death,” said Senator evating the offense makes it more likely The sponsor of the bill (A-4663), As- and passing this pilot program bill is a comed three new members during Government & Regulatory Affairs Ruiz (D-Essex). “Yet, as it stands, that the perpetrator will be removed semblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jack- great way to start.” its quarterly meeting on January 27. department of Gibbons in Trenton. many individuals charged with as- from society both while they await son said the intention of the legislation “It is high time for New Jersey to “We continue to seek state lead- He has extensive experience spe- sault by strangulation are released trial and once they are convicted, thus will work to find new ways the Juvenile radically transform its racist youth jus- ers who are committed to moving cific to legislation, regulations, and back into society. We have a respon- increasing the safety of the survivor. Justice Commission and directly impacted tice system. And, let’s be clear, this is a the anti-litter education campaign court decisions and recently focused sibility to survivors to take these sta- “Someone strangling their partner communities can transform New Jersey’s racist system, with our state having the forward in New Jersey,” said his efforts on securing legislation tistics seriously, to read these warn- is a terrifying indicator of escalating youth justice system during the current worst Black to white youth incarcera- NJCCC Board President Linda banning paper and plastic bags in ing signs and to implement measures violence, which oftentimes can be public health crisis and beyond. tion disparity rate in the nation,” said Doherty. “There will be many chal- retail stores. DeLoreto previously to protect them - that is why this fatal,” said Senator Cunningham (D- “The confluence of the Covid-19 Richard Smith, President of the NAACP lenges this year, as we fight COVID- served as Chief of Staff to the New legislation is so important.” Hudson). “When survivors of domes- pandemic and the fervent call for racial New Jersey State Conference. “And it related litter and promote a new law Jersey General Assembly Deputy The bill, S-2503, would increase tic violence come forward, we must equality demands a fresh and immedi- is disproportionately Black kids who that prohibitsthe use of single-use Majority Leader, and as the Govern- strangulation committed in the do- take these acts seriously and do all ate need to transform New Jersey’s are subject to Covid-19’s rampant plastic and paper bags in all stores ment Affairs Director for one of New mestic violence context to a crime of that we can to protect them while youth justice system. As an alternative spread in our state’s youth prisons. As and food servicebusinesses state- Jersey’s largest trade associations. the second degree, punishable by five their abusers await trial.” to an overreliance on incarceration, New we see these young people released wide.” He has also worked on electronic to 10 years imprisonment, a fine of up The bill was released from the Sen- Jersey needs a community-based plan from these facilities in response to the The Board of Trustees, serving waste recycling legislation. to $150,000, or both. Under current ate by a vote of 33-0. of action that embraces restorative and public health crisis, it is imperative that two-year terms, oversees a state- He has represented a broad swath transformative justice practices; one we have well-funded resources and ser- wide, comprehensive, litter-abate- of entities including Fortune 500 which emphasizes physical, psycho- vices, based on restorative and trans- ment program created by the pas- companies, institutions of higher Norcross Announces $233K to logical, and emotional rehabilitation formative justice practices, to ensure sage of the Clean Communities Act education, public and private sec- for youth, their families, and their com- they are kept home in their communi- in 1986. The law provides perma- tor entities, and non-profits. munities,” said Assemblywoman ties – and do not return to broken youth nent funding for the program by DeLoreto is an editor of the Gib- Rutgers for Climate Research Verlina Jackson (D-Mercer, Hunterdon) prisons. This legislation will do just that placing a tax on 15 categories of bons Law Alert blog and active in on the bill. “It’s time to look at how we and we are proud to support it.” businesses that produce litter-gen- the firm’s pro bono program. CHERRY HILL – U.S. Congress- Gonzalez, titled “CAREER: Integrat- make lasting, transformative change in “The prophet Isaiah speaks of Israel’s erating products. The Clean Com- Rebecca E. Turygan of Galloway man Donald Norcross (NJ-01) an- ing Neoecological and Paleoecologi- our communities, and begin to lift our restoration and proclaims that once the munities Program Fund generates who is an environmental researcher nounced today that Rutgers Univer- cal Approaches to Exploring the Ef- young men and women instead of con- righteous kingdom is realized, all people about $20 million each year, dis- with the Atlantic County Utilities sity–Camden will receive $233,066 in fects of Climate Change on Arthropod tinuing to perpetuate the cycle of incar- will experience peace and justice. This bursed to municipalities, counties, Authority and a Clean Communi- federal funding from the National Sci- Diversity and Community Structure." ceration and recidivism.” is what we are fighting for in New the state parks service andfor edu- ties Coordinator. She conducts re- ence Foundation (NSF) for research “The CAREER Award from the Na- The Assembly Law and Public Safety Jersey, the nation, and the world. Peace cational programming through the search, compiles reports, and pre- into the effects of climate change on tional Science Foundation is a presti- Committee on Wednesday received tes- and justice cannot be achieved without NJCCC. pares presentations on environmen- ecological diversity. gious grant, and Dr. Gonzalez’s receipt timony from supporters of the bill. transforming the very systems that op- The new trustees are: tal issues. “Climate change is a serious threat to of this honor indicates the transforma- “New Jersey’s youth justice system press the most vulnerable populations,” Rocco D’Antonio of Marlton who is She serves on the Sustainable Jer- our communities, with devastating con- tive potential for her work. This award is broken. The unacceptably high rate said Rev. Dr. Charles F. Boyer, Found- the founder and managing member of sey Grant Approval Committee, the sequences both globally and here in also exemplifies the path-defining re- of recidivism demonstrates the utter ing Director, Salvation and Social Jus- Organic Diversion, LLC., a food waste Solid Waste Association of New Jer- South Jersey,” said Congressman search that happens every day at Rutgers failure of this system, which is infected tice. “We will not tolerate the fact that hauling andrecycling company estab- sey Conference Planning Commit- Norcross. “The work being done at University–Camden,” said Margaret with structural racism and raises a puni- Black youth are 21 times more likely to lished in 2009. D’Antonio assists busi- tee, the NJCCC Best Practices Com- Rutgers–Camden is critical to deepen- Marsh, interim chancellor of Rutgers tive hand to our youth instead of a be incarcerated than white youth com- nesses with regulatory compliance, eco- mittee andthe Association of New ing our understanding of how changing University–Camden. “We thank and healing and supportive touch which mitting offenses at similar rates. This nomic, and sustainability issues relat- Jersey Recyclers board, among other temperatures are affecting ecological applaud Congressman Norcross for his they need now more than ever,” said Youth Justice Pilot Program is a critical ing to diverting food waste from trash. volunteer roles to promote environ- systems around the world. This funding commitment to keeping South Jersey Retha Onitiri, Director of Community step in addressing deeply embedded His background and experience in the mental stewardship in New Jersey. will advance the vital research being competitive as a hub for innovation and Engagement for the New Jersey Insti- criminal justice, social, educational and food processor, supermarket, and food The NJCCC also re-elected its conducted right here to ensure a safe for his support of Rutgers–Camden.” tute for Social Justice. “We know that healthcare inequities that rob Black serviceindustries providesa unique per- officers: Linda Doherty – President and healthy environment for genera- children and teens of not only their spective and thorough understanding – New Jersey Food Council; Bill tions to come.” youth, but also their humanity. These of food waste recycling. Dressel – Vice President – Bill Specifically, Rutgers–Camden will Bill Would Prohibit Discrim. proposed community-based programs Previously, Mr. D’Antonio spent Dressel Management Advisor, LLC; receive: $233,066 to the Biology De- will provide much-needed reentry ser- more than 25 years in the packag- Diana Vigilante – Secretary – partment and Center for Computational vices. Furthermore, a critical piece of ing industry specializing in paper Somerset County (retired); and Ed- and Integrative Biology for their project Against Organ Donors this legislation is its proactive approach and plastic bags for the supermar- ward Nieliwocki – Treasurer – New under Principal Investigator Angelica of implementing restorative and trans- ket industry, focusing on reduc- Jersey Department of Environmen- TRENTON – In an effort to protect important we do everything we can to formative justice care.” tion and recycling. He also spent tal Protection (retired). Take Advantage of Us, living organ donors and encourage encourage donations.” Assembly Democrats Anthony more than 10 years working with Learn more about the NJCCC at others to join their ranks, the Senate “Rating insurance based on a Verrelli (D-Mercer, Hunterdon), industry organizations leading to njclean.org Promote Your Business passed legislation today, sponsored person’s status as a living organ do- Shanique Speight and Shavonda Sumter Display Ad Creation by Senators James Beach and Nicho- nor is immoral and downright wrong,” are also sponsors of the legislation. Stand-Alone Inserts las Scutari, that would prevent insur- said Senator Scutari (D-Union/ Senators Shirley Turner and Nellie Pou ance companies from discriminating Middlesex/Somerset). “Living organ sponsor identical legislation in the Sen- Marketing Assistance against living organ donors. donors have made a significant sacri- ate. The bill will continued to be re- Website Banner Ads “For the large number of people fice to save the life of someone else viewed by the Assembly Speaker and Promotional Bulletins who desperately need a transplant, and they deserve protection so they considered for re-posting for a vote by Online-Only Supplements organ donors are their heroes,” said are not penalized for that decision.” the committee. Email Sponsorships Senator Beach (D-Burlington/ The bill, S-2315, would prohibit Camden). “However, living donors life, health and long-term care insur- Watson Coleman to Contact Jeff Gruman, are viewed as a liability to insurance ers from charging higher premiums Sales Manager companies and as a result are often or declining or limiting coverage Chair Subcommittee Celebrate Black 908-232-4407 charged higher rates or denied cover- based on an individual’s status as a WASHINGTON, DC – Congress- [email protected] age. This is simply unacceptable. living organ donor. woman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ- goleader.com/advertorial There are so many individuals in New The bill was released from the 12) announced today that she will serve History Month Jersey in need of transplants, so, it is Senate by a vote of 32-0. as Chair of the Subcommittee on Trans- portation and Maritime Security of the House Committee on Homeland Secu- Interiors So Lovely, You’ll Want to Stay Home rity. Watson Coleman has served on the TGIF! Friday, 2/5 at 1:30 pm Committee on Homeland Security since Harry Belafonte: Sing your Song first joining Congress in 2015. Think “Superior” For: The Transportation and Maritime

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 4, 2021 Page 3 Legislation Moves Fwd. to Impose Welcome to Our Neighborhood Be The Light Raises Prevailing Wage for Public Work Brought to you by Susan Massa CRS $33K to Fight Hunger TRENTON – Expanding upon the on public property is carried out ef- “New Jersey Prevailing Wage Act” fectively.” 908-400-0778 WESTFIELD — Be the Light, program, which serve Westfield, each Assembly Democrats Eric To further ensure that construc- [email protected] Westfield!, the November 29th night received $5,585; and St. Joseph’s Houghtaling (D-Monmouth), Wayne tion-related contract workers receive of luminaries organized by the Social Service Center/Elizabeth Coa- DeAngelo (D-Mercer, Middlesex), prevailing wage, the bill (A-1576) www.NJhomeshowcase.com Westfield United Fund, the Presbyte- lition to House the Homeless and Joseph Egan (D-Middlesex, mandates that any space leased by a 188 Elm Street, Westfield NJ 07090 rian Church of Westfield and the PCW’s Agape Community Kitchen, Somerset), Joann Downey public body exceeding 10,000 square 908-233-8502 x455 Westfield Rotary Club, raised over which serve Elizabeth, each received (Monmouth) and Carol Murphy feet, and all spaces leased by a public $33,000 for programs fighting hun- $5,585. (Burlington) sponsor measures ap- body that receives funds from the 25 Homes Sold Jan 24 – Jan 31, 2021 in Cranford, ger in the area. Funds were divided With over 800 participants and the proved Monday by the Assembly New Jersey Economic Development Fanwood, Garwood, Mountainside, Scotch Plains and Westfield equally between efforts in Westfield, help of many volunteers, luminaries Labor Committee to impose and ex- Authority must pay workers prevail- Elizabeth and Union County. The lit up the town of Westfield as a sign pand the circumstances under which ing wage. TOWN ADDRESS STYLE RMS BRS BTH GAR SALE PRICE Westfield Food Pantry, which serves of support from our community for prevailing wage must be paid. “Together, the bills will create a Union County, received $11,171; those who are suffering from hunger “Carpenters, plumbers, laborers large umbrella under which many Cranford 211 N. BALMIERE RD Colonial 8 3 1 1 $460,000 PCW’s Agape Local Food Boxes and and food insecurity, as well as hope and all trades people should be re- more construction and trade workers Cranford 33 CANTERBURY PL Ranch 7 3 1.1 2 $650,000 the Westfield Rotary Club’s BackPack for a brighter future in the new year. Cranford 18 GROVE STREET Colonial 13 4 2.1 2 $623,000 ceiving prevailing wage as determined will find wage protection,” said As- Cranford 356 LINCOLN AVE E Colonial 10 4 2 1 $640,000 by the Commissioner of the Depart- semblyman Egan. “We want to create Cranford 31 BALMIERE PKY SplitLev 10 5 3 2 $730,000 ment of Labor and Workforce Devel- a standard to follow so no one is Fanwood 46 POPLAR PL CapeCod 8 4 3 2 $554,000 JCC Introduces New opment. Unfortunately, many do not,” taking advantage of their laborers.” Fanwood 16 MAC LENNAN PL Colonial 8 3 4 1 $570,000 said Assemblyman Houghtaling. In New Jersey, the rates at which Garwood 446 BEECH AVE SplitLev 10 4 1.1 1 $425,000 Garwood 457 4TH AVE CapeCod 6 2 0 1 $463,000 Health and Wellness Series “This bill will increase the breadth of the laborers are paid under the Pre- Garwood 472 4TH AVE Bi-Level 9 4 2 1 $480,000 prevailing wage and provide greater vailing Wage Act varies depending Mountainside 232 EVERGREEN CT CapeCod 7 3 2 1 $605,000 economic stability for many New Jer- on the county and the type of work Mountainside 1455 WOODACRES DR Ranch 8 3 2 1 $550,000 SCOTCH PLAINS – The JCC is prevention and treatment of arrhyth- sey families.” performed. Scotch Plains 530 PARK AVE OneFloor 4 1 1 0 $240,000 introducing a new health and wellness mia, the most common condition that The bill (A-1571) will ensure that “Low wage levels effect the effi- Scotch Plains 6 CANTERBURY DR SplitLev 8 3 2.1 1 $445,000 series called “My Best Self.” The brings patients in to a cardiologist. Scotch Plains 2280 WESTFIELD AVE Colonial 8 4 1.3 1 $518,400 the appropriate prevailing wage be ciency of projects,” said Assembly- Scotch Plains 2675 DEER PATH Ranch 10 4 2 2 $636,888 program is intended to enable partici- The discussion is followed by a met for any contract related construc- woman Downey. “We also want to Scotch Plains 1 MICHAEL LN Colonial 8 4 2.1 2 $720,000 pants to make informed choices to- POUND workout with Ms. Price. tion work performed on public prop- ensure the well-being of laborers and Scotch Plains 935 RARITAN RD Colonial 14 5 3 2 $965,000 ward a physically and emotionally “Every Breath You Take” with car- erty that receives government ap- construction workers in New Jersey.” Westfield 1210 RAHWAY AVE SplitLev 7 3 1.1 1 $469,000 healthy life. “My Best Self” will help diologist Abhishek Singh on Tues- proved tax abatement or exemption. “Often, when dealing with public Westfield 125 BELMAR TER CapeCod 6 3 2 0 $640,000 participants both learn and experi- day, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. teaches “Those organizations receiving tax construction work, there is an unfair Westfield 516 W BROAD ST Colonial 8 4 3 1 $690,000 ence how to take a proactive approach participants the risk factors for coro- Westfield 109 CONNECTICUT ST SplitLev 9 3 2.1 1 $735,000 benefits from the State will now be competition when bidding on a Westfield 1445 LAMBERTS MILL RD RanchExp 9 4 2.1 2 $762,500 to their health and wellness. nary artery disease, how to detect it in required to do their part and pay work- project,” said Assemblywoman Westfield 737 PROSPECT ST Colonial 11 3 3.1 2 $1,300,000 “Enjoying good health and wellness yourself and your loved ones and ers the appropriate prevailing wages,” Murphy. “Laborers should be cho- Westfield 639 SUMMIT AVE Colonial 12 4 3.1 2 $1,299,000 is an active, ongoing process. As a what to do in case of a cardiovascular said Assemblyman DeAngelo. “We sen based on merit rather than how health and wellness professional and emergency. Pilates with Ms. Price want to safeguard the pay these work- little their employer chooses to pay *Cranford, Fanwood, Garwood, Mountainside, Scotch Plains and Westfield, NJ data according to the Garden a personal trainer, I strive to motivate follows. State MLS, as of 1/24/21 – 1/31/21. Featured properties may not have been listed or sold by the office/ people when it comes to being healthy The last two sessions are on Tues- ers deserve and ensure construction them.” agent presenting this data. Information deemed RELIABLE. A home is one of the most important and significant purchases or sales you will make in your lifetime. If you are thinking about a move, now is the and physically fit. I see how great it day, May 25, “The Link Between time to prepare. I will provide you with a market evaluation and mortgage update, create a thorough makes people feel, and I love helping Chronic Disease and the Heart” with marketing plan and let you know my suggestions in staging. For more information on these or other real them be their best selves, which is cardio-oncologist Sidney Glasofer Legislation to Expand Drug estate matters, contact Susan Massa Broker CRS SRES ABR at 908-400-0778, [email protected] or why this program is named ‘My Best and “Positive Ways to Manage Stress” [email protected]. www.NJHomeShowcase.com www.summitwestfieldhomes.com. Self!’ said Debi Price, JCC health and with crisis clinician Mary Vineis on wellness director. Tuesday June 15. Court Passes Senate Covid 19 is dramatically changing the way we are conducting Real Estate. New procedures have been implemented in keeping all those involved safe. Every precaution is being made. Limited number of Each “My Best Self” session has a “As the program continues, ‘My TRENTON – The New Jersey for special probation makes it diffi- people may view public open house with masks and gloves. discussion component led by a topic Best Self’ will tackle issues such as State Senate passed legislation Janu- cult for those with addictions to expert followed by a 30-minute work- bone and spine health, nutrition and ary 28 expanding eligibility, proce- truly get the rehabilitation treatment out component taught by Ms. Price. the art of staying nimble,” said Ms. dures and post-program relief for they need without consequences for “My Best Self” kicks off with a Price. “We are really looking forward certain drug-or-alcohol dependent minor infractions,” said co-sponsor Outdoor Family Programs five-part series that focuses on the to helping people stay healthy and people who are sentenced to special Senator Nicholas Scutari (D- benefits of maintaining a healthy heart well and hope lots in our community probation, requiring individuals to Middlesex/Somerset/Union). “This at every stage of life. “The Heart of join us!” attend addiction treatment pro- legislation will allow for treatment Offered at Trailside Center the Matter,” which will be held via “My Best Self”’s “Heart of the grams. and special probation to be more Zoom, is presented by JCC partner Matter” is $5 per session or $20 for The bill, S-241/S-491 would pro- accessible to those who need it.” COUNTY -- Now that winter is in Hike. Atlantic Medical Group’s Associates the series. It is free for JCC members. vide that a sentence to special pro- “Currently, judges consider a list full swing, the Union County Board The fee per class is $5 for Union in Cardiovascular Disease located in Registration is at www.jccnj.org; a bation would be for a term of up to of criteria when requiring commit- of County Commissioners is pleased County residents and $6 for non- Springfield and Clark, New Jersey. Zoom link will be sent to all partici- five years, rather than the current ments to residential treatment fa- to present Back to Nature, an an- county residents. Programs are held The first session on Tuesday, Feb- pants prior to each program. law’s five-year term. It would elimi- cilities. Under this bill, the court nual series of outdoor programs for rain or shine. ruary 16 at 6:30 p.m. is “Life’s Simple For more information about “My nate ineligibility for special proba- would instead consider recommen- families with children ages four and Masks are required to be worn by 7" with Dr. Robert Fishberg, Atlantic Best Self,” contact Ms. Price at tion based on having two or more dations from a diagnostic assess- older. all participants. Programs will be Medical Group Cardiologist. Dr. [email protected] or (908)889- previous convictions of non-violent ment,” said co-sponsor Senator Troy The series is offered on Satur- held in small groups in order to Fishberg will discuss seven easy 8800x225 or visit www.jccnj.org. crimes. The legislation gives judges Singleton (D-Burlington). “This al- days from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2 adhere to social distancing guide- lifestyle habits that can help lower The JCC of Central New Jersey is more discretion to lengthen an indi- lows for treatment to be geared to- p.m. to 3 p.m., featuring a different lines. Participants are advised to cholesterol and minimize stresses on located at 1391 Martine Avenue in viduals’ time in drug court and re- wards the specific needs of the indi- nature or science theme each week. dress for the outdoors. the heart. A 30-minute high-low cardio Scotch Plains. The JCC of Central duce excessive punishments, which vidual, which will ultimately pro- Programs begin on February 20 and For more information about up- fusion demonstration/workout with New Jersey is a constituent agency of is in line with national best prac- mote true recovery.” continue through March 20. coming programs and activities for Ms. Price will round out the session. the Jewish Federation of Greater tices. The Senate passed the bill by a Pre-registration is required online seniors, families and children at The “Heart of the Matter” contin- MetroWest NJ, United Way of Greater “Under current laws, sentencing vote of 22–9. at ucnj.org/trailside. Please be ad- Trailside, please visit ucnj.org/ ues each month through June. On Union County and the Westfield vised that programs fill up quickly trailside or call 908-789-3670. Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m., “The United Fund. Financial assistance is and are available on a first come, In-person activities in Union Beat Goes On,” with cardiologist available for membership and vari- first served basis. County Parks are limited during the Steven Furer, focuses on detection, ous programs. Weichert Realtors’ Westfield Office “Trailside’s Back to Nature se- Covid-19 outbreak in accordance ries offers families an opportunity with statewide public health guide- Recognizes Sales Accomplishments to spend time together in the great lines, and Trailside is closed to the Legislation Introduced outdoors and enjoy the beautiful public until further notice. WESTFIELD — Jennifer Love, weichert.com, one of the most vis- natural scenery of the Watchung Trailside Nature and Science Cen- manager of Weichert, Realtors’ ited real estate websites in the na- Reservation,” said County Commis- ter is located in the Watchung Res- Honoring Officer Sicknick Westfield office, has recognized her tion, to help families and individuals sioner Chairman Alexander ervation at 452 New Providence top-producing sales associates for realize the dream of homeownership Mirabella. Road in Mountainside, and is a ser- WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Repre- “Officer Brian Sicknick was a hero who their achievements in December. through quick and easy access to Back to Nature encourages na- vice of the Union County Board of sentatives Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ- lived his life in service to his country before Carol DiGraci had the most sales, listing information and the services ture discovery through hikes and County Commissioners. 12) and Don Beyer (VA-8) today intro- making the ultimate sacrifice to protect the units and dollar volume for the month of its real estate professionals na- outdoor activities. Topics include Quick links to all Union County duced bipartisan legislation to honor seat of American government and the among all associates in the Westfield tionwide. Like other family-owned Maple Sugaring, Cool Camouflage, environmental programs and activi- United States Capitol Police Officer Brian people’s representatives,” said Rep. Beyer. office. Janice Pecoraro had the most and operated businesses, Weichert a Winter Scavenger Hunt, Winter ties are available at The Green Con- D. Sicknick, who died from wounds re- “His death is a tragedy we can never listings. enjoys greater public trust accord- Backyard Birds and an Early Spring nection, ucnj.org/green-connect. ceived in the line of duty while defending resolve, but it is fitting that Congress honor Invite these talented neighborhood ing to several national surveys. For the U.S. Capitol from attack on January his life, courage, and ideals. We will never specialists in to learn about the real more information, Weichert’s cus- 6th, 2021. Beyer, who represented forget Officer Sicknick, who gave his life in estate services offered by Weichert, tomer service center can be reached Bill Ending Dormant Sicknick in the House, and Watson defense of our democracy.” Realtors. They can be reached at at 1-800-USA-SOLD. Coleman, who represents much of Reps. Beyer and Watson Coleman Weichert’s Westfield office at 185 Sicknick’s family, introduced a bipartisan waited to introduce their legislation until Elm Street, or call (908) 654-7777 Paid Advertorial Commissions Approved House Resolution honoring Sicknick’s they had secured the approval and sup- for more information. goleader.com/form/advertorial life and sacrifice as well as a bipartisan bill port of the Sicknick family. About The Weichert Family of TRENTON — Legislation spon- sions, committees, councils, pan- to posthumously award him a Congres- Companies: Since 1969, Weichert, sored by Senate President Steve els and task forces that do not sional Gold Medal. Realtors has grown from a single Coming This May Sweeney and Senate Republican meet with a quorum at least once “Officer Brian Sicknick dedicated him- office into one of the nation’s lead- Leader Tom Kean, Jr. that would every year. self to defending the United States and ing providers of homeownership ser- Our 49th shut down inactive advisory The members of bodies deemed honoring the oath he took to defend our vices by putting its customers first. A groups was approved January 28 inactive by the bill would be re- Constitution,” said Rep. Watson Coleman. family of 18 full-service real estate- Annual Edition by the Senate. leased, and the group would no “His actions along with those of his fellow related companies, Weichert pro- “Dormant boards and authori- longer have access to the services officers will be remembered as a shining vides an integrated real estate, mort- ties are useless to the State and of employees of any state, county, example of patriotic duty on an otherwise gage, insurance and title settlement the taxpayers,” said Sen. Kean municipality or agency. dark day in our nation’s history. While no solution — branded as All Under (R-21). Under the legislation, the Sec- measure we take can replace his life, One Roof !— to simplify the home This Is “These government bodies that retary of State is required to annu- Congress can and should honor him with purchase experience for buyers and have outlived their purpose are ally review the meeting records of its highest civilian award. May his life sellers, in most markets. Weichert costly and wasteful,” said Sena- all government bodies and deter- serve as an example of duty to one’s leverages its customer website, Westfield tor Stephen Sweeney (D- mine if they are active. country that all Americans can celebrate.” Gloucester/Salem/Cumberland). To reserve your space “They might have served a pur- LOOKING TO RENT Contact Jeff Gruman, pose at one time, but there is no need to keep them in place if they OR HIRE? Sales Manager have become inactive.” 908-232-4407 The bill, S-1367, would deacti- goleader.com/classifieds [email protected] vate authorities, boards, commis- This Month in Westfield Rotary

The Rotary Club of Westfield is continuing its fundraising DIVORCE MEDIATION efforts to support the veterans at the Community Hope Shelter at Lyons VA. The club has provided boots, winter “Problem Solving for Families in Transition” coats and gloves to this community. The Hope for Veterans program, operated by Community Hope, provides transi- tional housing as well as services such as mental health therapy, access to employment and educational resources A FRACTION OF THE COST and placement in permanent housing for these men and OF TRADITIONAL DIVORCE women. · Divorce Mediation The Rotary Club of Westfield is meeting virtually the first three Tuesdays of each month. To find out more informa- · Collaborative Divorce tion on the club, or to join, visit www.westfieldrotary.com · Mediation Counseling or email [email protected]. · Attorney Review This ad graciously sponsored by: Jayson M. Astel CFP®, AAMS® Mary Ellen O’Boyle THE LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL R. MAGARIL Financial Advisor 1044 Route 22 W. Ste. 2 Mountainside, NJ 07092 (908) 389-0100 Visit our website at www.magaril.com e-mail: [email protected] Page 4 Thursday, February 4, 2021 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION

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The following quote and its mul- TM Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times DD and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood tiple variants express the same senti- Diction Deception “I can’t stand winter.” “Cooped up ment: “There’s no such thing as bad Members of: for most of 2020, we’re on each other’s weather, only unsuitable clothing.” 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 nerves.” “Now we’ll be glued together Not surprisingly, most of those quotes all winter with no break.” “I’m gonna hail from Scandinavia. Norwegians rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey sharp enough to discern this deception of lose it.” have a particular word for their em- diction? P.O. Box 250 • 425 North Avenue, East As winter approached and is now brace of fresh air in winter, If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 underway, people worried about cop- “friluftsliv,” which means outdoor liv- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com ing with dark days, frigid tempera- ing. vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at tures, and icy walkways. Bemoaning Children bundle up in warm layers you get all four – You must have a lot of free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 the loss of deck and patio gatherings, with jackets striped in light-reflectors walks with friends or family, day trips so they can play outdoors even when All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Gale Force Media, L.L.C. to the beach, and outdoor dining, bleak daylight is absent. A National Geo- come from the board game Diction Suzette F. Stalker Lauren S. Barr Jeff Gruman moods and mindsets proliferated. graphic article describes how one Answers to last week’s arcane words. What, I wondered, are the winter Norwegian family with a toddler 1. Abatjour – Skylight that admits or COMMUNITY EDITOR PUBLISHER & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SALES MANAGER deflects light David B. Corbin traditions of countries that lose the named Mina Floriana practices 2. Noria – A water wheel with buckets Robert P. Connelly Kim Prata most daylight on Earth because of friluftsliv: “Mina Floriana learned BUSINESS OPERATIONS MANAGER MANAGING EDITOR & SPORTS EDITOR PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE 3. Talaria – Winged sandals their high latitude locations? Norway, outdoorsy skills from her father. He 4. Limbat – A cool northwest wind of Rebecca Mehorter Denmark, and Sweden are prime ex- helps her look for mythological crea- Cyprus REPORTER, COPY EDITOR amples. Parts of Norway sit more tures on their hikes in Norway’s than 200 miles north of the Arctic backcountry. The pair undertake ex- THOOID 1. A follower of Thoth, the ancient SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscriber Circle. For two months, the sun does peditions together, including a 57- Egyptian god of learning and magic One-year – $40 • Two-year – $75 • Three-year – $110 not rise there at all. Yet, residents of day winter trek when she was two.” 2. One who endures great pain or suf- these areas experience low rates of Though now, at five-years-old, fering seasonal depression. Mina Floriana prefers her pink tutu to 3. Wolflike; a jackal Why and How? “Hygge,” pro- hiking gear, she’s a pro at relishing 4. Of or pertaining to a bed, especially nounced “hoo-guh,” is the answer. winter outdoors. And she’s a model a marriage bed Comcast Raising Internet Fees (Norwegians call it “koselig.” The for all of us who are afraid of winter, DELASSATION Swedes say “mys.”) convinced that we’ll be stuck inside 1. Carriage; conveyance Danes practice “hygge” in the win- and miserable till crocuses pop up in 2. Fatigue; weariness 3. Accusation During Pandemic Is Bad Business ter. It translates loosely into “cozy” early spring. 4. The process of splitting into differ- and may be the derivation of our word The critical difference between ent layers “hug.” It refers to a Scandinavian tra- Mina Floriana and us is her positive WHEEDLE So just when you thought you with three kids in online school, online learning. The digital di- dition of embracing winter through mindset. A psychologist-researcher 1. To flatter or coax were cutting the cable TV bill in no streaming service and one par- vide for these families just got relaxation, seasonal indulgences, and studying winter moods in Northern 2. To whip or lash gratitude. “Hyggelige” people, the Norway found that “People there see 3. A scam or a hoax favor of streaming, Comcast ent working from home exceeded bigger. name for Danes who practice “hygge,” the winter as a special time of year 4. To move with great speed thought up a new way to make the data maximum for three of the Praises to Union County’s own greet each other as they pass on snowy full of opportunities for enjoyment LARRIKIN you pay. Make sure to read your six months Comcast offers infor- Senator Nick Scutari and Assem- streets, with smiles and glances warm and fulfillment rather than a limiting 1. A type of short whip 2. A trench filled with water around a Comcast bill carefully this month. mation from. The result would blywoman Annette Quijano, who enough to melt the ice under their feet. time of year to dread.” castle; a moat The company has announced that, have been $90 of overage costs. have introduced legislation that Cashmere socks, shearling lap cov- Share your “hygge” experiences 3. A rude, disorderly person ers, fancy coffee drinks, triple cherry with The Westfield Leader and The effective immediately, it will be- If you live in an area where would block internet providers 4. Oiled leather, worn by lumbermen glogg ~ a mulled wine with star anise Times by writing Gratitude in the sub- and trappers gin charging for data overages. Verizon FIOS is available, you from raising rates during a public and cardamom pods ~ are featured in ject line and emailing: Households that go over 1.2TB a could switch services. Comcast health emergency or state of emer- winter. Candles are lit. Fireplaces [email protected] or Letters to the Editor glow. Woven textiles and nubby wool- [email protected] month in usage will be charged an and FIOS have the same cost of gency. It would also require pro- The Deadline is Monday 9 a.m. additional $10 for every 50GB $39.99 a month and the same viders to give six months notice ens are worn. All to soothe and give comfort. Gratefully yours, for publication on the coming they go over for a maximum of internet speed. But here’s the of any impending rate increases. Outdoor experiences get top bill- Patti Thursday. The size limit is 200- $100 each month. Or you can pay thing: FIOS isn’t available every- (See press release on Page 5.) 500 words. an additional $25/month for un- where. There are huge swaths of We’re not against companies limited data. Union County, mainly in Eliza- making money, but to do it in the All The News Comcast says that this would beth, Linden, Rahway and Clark, middle of a pandemic, when Letters to the Editor effect only a small number of ac- where Comcast holds the mo- people are choosing between rent counts, but in the middle of a nopoly. The same story is true in and food, is just unconscionable. pandemic, where people are work- other counties. It appears that If you have Comcast, you’re no Decision to Include Those Without ing from home and children are Comcast holds a monopoly in sev- stranger to its current ad cam- learning remotely, this seems un- eral parts of the state, specifically paign where it tout its donations Current Health Issues is Irresponsible www.goleader.com likely. So we asked around. While in less affluent parts. to the community, including of- several people we asked reported Conservative estimates say that fering centers for children to do For the last month, during Gov- respiratory problems are already Vaccine Update using data under the limit; more over 100,000 New Jersey students their school work during the pan- ernor Murphy's televised Covid up- in the 1B group. Those without After press time last week Union said they’ve gone over for mul- lack internet access at home and demic. A lot of good the company dates, he has stressed that the sup- current problems are well aware of County responded to our OPRA tiple months. that some 230,000 lack the de- does if it increases its fees on ply of vaccines to New Jersey has the respiratory, heart and cancer request that as of January 25th they been woefully insufficient to meet risks...but have chosen to continue had provided 4,500 vaccinations As an example, one household vices needed to complete their those who can least afford it. the demand. Therefore, the deci- smoking. Their personal decision and have been receiving approxi- sion to include all smokers and the to continue should not result in a mately 1,500 vaccines per week. obese (without current health is- vaccination delay for those whose The State of New Jersey has yet to sues) in the 1B priority group is not age, occupation or current health respond to our OPRA request. Educator’s Corner: Digging only misguided, it is wholly irre- issues (including other smokers) sponsible. The defense that this merit inclusion in the 1B group. was done to reduce potential hos- Thanks to Governor Murphy's de- Zip Codes Should Not Deeper into Civil Rights pitalizations simply is not justi- cision, that is exactly what is hap- fied. pening. Perhaps an unintended con- Matter in Vaccine By JENNIFER GLACKIN ington Mall and his assassination five Rights Movement. Congressman This decision vastly increases de- sequence, but outrageous nonethe- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times years later. Rarely did it dig any deeper John Lewis describes his reason for mand for what he knows is a lim- less and one that needs to be imme- Rollout, Says Bramnick In September of 1915, historian than that. According to Teaching participating in a National Public ited supply; delaying or preventing diately suspended. TRENTON – Assembly Republican Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse Tolerance’s study “Teaching the Radio interview. Older elementary others meriting that 1B classifica- Leader Jon Bramnick is calling on Gov. E. Moorland founded the Associa- Movement” in 2014, it is still taught and middle-school students can read tion from getting their vaccination Andrew Heffler Phil Murphy to stop county vaccine tion for the Study of Negro Life and in very much the same way across the “Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom: as soon as possible. Smokers with Scotch Plains distribution sites from limiting avail- History (ASNLH), now known as country. My Story of the 1965 Selma Voting ability of coronavirus vaccines to county the Association for the Study of Af- So, let’s explore. Rights March” by Lynda Blackmon residents and workers. rican American Life and History. In Rosa Parks was 42 years old when Lowery, for a firsthand account of a Brightwood is Too Small and “Zip codes should not matter if we 1926, to improve its efforts of pro- she refused to give up her seat (and teenager who was there. are going to successfully vaccinate ev- moting achievements of Black while she may have been tired from Protests are a connecting thread Fragile for Mountain Bikes eryone that needs it,” said Assembly- Americans and others of African her day, she was probably more throughout history — those that re- man Bramnick (R-Union). “Why should descent, the ASNLH sponsored a tired of the unfair segregations laws mained peaceful and those that be- I am a member of Friends of Park, Westfield, New Jersey. You an 85-year-old with underlying condi- National Negro History week during and social injustices she’d seen). came violent. These are not blips on Brightwood Park can read it in its entirety in the His- tions be denied while a healthy 65-year- the second week of February “to Aurelia Browder’s name is rarely the radar, but rather a part of creating (FriendsofBrightwood.org). As in- tory section of the Friends website old who lives one block away gets the coincide with the birthdays of mentioned, though it’s her name in change throughout the past. (Remem- dividuals, we have written to this (above). vaccine? Governor Murphy needs to Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Browder v. Gayle, the case that de- ber, the upcoming holiday of paper about our concern for the pro- The Friends of Brightwood are reverse this horrendous policy pitting Douglass,” according to history.com. clared segregation on buses as a Valentine’s Day was also born out of posal made by the Jersey Off-Road dedicated to bringing Taylor’s vi- counties against each other. Priority During the Civil Rights Movement violation of the Fourteenth Amend- protest.) Biking Association (JORBA) to per- sion of Brightwood Park to life. should not be based on where you live.” of the 1960s, the celebration started ment. Claudette Colvin, Susie One of the most important parts of mit mountain biking in this park. If We’ve collectively spent almost 400 expanding, and in 1976, President McDonald, Jeanetta Reese (who teaching is to connect topics with the permit is approved, JORBA in- hours Summer and Fall/2020 remov- Kean Statement on Gerald Ford officially recognized withdrew later) and Mary Louise what is happening in children’s own tends to build and maintain multiuse ing invasive plant species and trash. Black History Month. Smith were also a part of the case. lives and around the world today. mountain biking trails. Since there We hope, as a newly designated 501- Bateman Retirement As a white kid growing up in a Dr. King encouraged peaceful pro- Recreate famous photos or posters are no mountains in Brightwood Park, 3(c) charitable organization, to raise TRENTON -- Senate Republican predominantly white town in the 80s tests, but he did not promote from the Civil Rights Movement. Take JORBA members would need to build funds to support further improve- Leader Tom Kean issued the follow- and 90s, Black History Month les- “colorblindness.” In addition to the a modern spin on it and make the trails with features to increase speed ments which the Town cannot af- ing statement on Senator Kip sons consisted of a simplified narra- “I Have a Dream” speech, we should posters relevant for current events. and challenges. The main reason ford. Plans are in the works for Bateman’s announcement that he will tive of the Civil Rights Movement — include “The Drum Major Instinct” One way to start the conversation local JORBA members want moun- nature walks and classes for children not seek reelection: Rosa Parks sitting on a bus because and “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” is asking: What is something you tain biking in Brightwood is that and adults, Yoga and other exercise “With over three decades of ser- she was “tired” sparking the Mont- Students can analyze these to learn would be willing to march for? they want to stay in town to practice. classes, a photography contest for vice to the people of New Jersey, I gomery bus boycott and Rev. Dr. more about Dr. King’s beliefs. For more information, lesson plans, There are other New Jersey parks high school students this Spring, wish Kip the very best in his retire- Martin Luther King, Jr.’s inspiring “I The Selma to Montgomery marches and ideas, visit Teaching Tolerance which welcome mountain biking, like perhaps plein air painting, and we’re ment. As much of a loss as this is for Have a Dream” speech at the Wash- are an important part of the Civil (www.tolerance.org). Allaire State Park, Lewis Morris just getting started! What I have the Senate as an institution, I will County Park, Allamuchy Mountain outlined by the Friends is incompat- forever be grateful for his tremen- State Park, and 6-mile Run Park. ible with mountain biking in dous work and his friendship to so Brightwood Friends are not against Brightwood Park. If the permit is many of us over the years. mountain biking. At 44 acres, approved, the existing landscape of “I know his contributions to our Brightwood Park is too small and Brightwood will be ruined. Unfor- state, particularly his commitment to too fragile. In 2017, the much larger tunately, town residents don’t get to protecting our environment, will be (2,000+ acre) Watchung Reserva- vote on this, only the Westfield Town felt for generations to come. I join tion stopped mountain biking be- Council votes. It’s up to town resi- countless New Jerseyans in thanking cause the biking destroyed vegeta- dents to let Mayor Brindle and your Senator Bateman for all he has done.” tion, caused soil erosion, and was Councilman/woman know how you deemed dangerous to hikers. The feel about this. Contact information Union County Commissioners Friends of Brightwood want to pre- resides here: https:// Elizabeth, New Jersey serve our park as it was meant to be: www.westfieldnj.gov/towncouncil. (908) 527-4200 a Nature Preserve, as envisioned by Please tell them that you do not want Ed Oatman, Mgr., [email protected] retired Westfield High School teacher mountain biking in Brightwood Park. Alex Mirabella Noel Taylor, who spent years docu- amirabella@ucnj,org menting the park, and wrote a 104 Claudia B. Cuca Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. page booklet about it: Brightwood Westfield (908) 527-4419 [email protected]

State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Tom Malinowski (D) 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 75-77 N. Bridge St., Somerville, N.J. 08876 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 547-3307 (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) Asw. Linda Carter (D) 850 Bear Tavern Road, Suite 201, Ewing, N.J. 08628 57 Union Place, Suite 310 200 West 2nd St., Suite 102 (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, [email protected], [email protected] Summit and Cranford. Rahway and Linden. [email protected], [email protected] A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 4, 2021 Page 5 The Leader/Times Monthly Crossword Puzzle Toys for Tots Announces By Ruth B. Margolin

ACROSS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2020 Campaign Results 1. Groups of actors 14 15 16 6. Sound of thunder TRIANGLE, VA – Toys for Tots, As the pandemic continued to through collection and distribution 10. Caffeine bean 17 18 19 the U.S. Marine Corps’ premiere com- spread – causing states and munici- methods, as well as enlisting support 14. Approximately munity outreach program, delivered palities to impose significant restric- from other local social service agen- 15. Angelic glow 20 21 22 a record setting 20.2 million toys to tions – the Marine Toys for Tots Foun- cies in order to accomplish the mis- 16. Apple's tablet 7.4 million less fortunate children in dation, in conjunction with Marine sion. 17. Latin dance 23 24 25 26 27 2020. Forces Reserve, looked ahead to the Seeing a deficit of toys develop in 18. Mine yield 2020 was a year unlike any other holiday season and made prepara- the millions in November, the Marine 19. Porgy's love 28 29 30 31 causing economic devastation for so tions and plans for how best to collect Toys for Tots Foundation sent out many. Covid took hold early in the and distribute toys to children in need many communications soliciting for 20. Insists that "Something 32 33 34 must be done about this!" year leaving many millions of fami- amid the virus. help. The American public heard our 23. Paris's ___ de la Cite lies in dire need. While Toys for Tots Despite Covid restrictions greatly appeal and saw the need. Hundreds 35 36 37 38 39 40 is primarily known as a Christmastime impacting our local campaign opera- of thousands of individuals, as well as 24. Bambi's mom, for one 41 42 43 charity, we did not want to wait until tions and significantly limiting the a record number of organizations serv- 25. What you want to write in the holiday season to provide sup- number of volunteers permitted to ing as National Corporate Sponsors, these six squares 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 port. Marines are known for being help collect, sort, and distribute toys, answered our call making significant 28. Negotiator's assets the first to fight and running to the the Marines and local campaign Co- donations allowing the Marine Toys 32. Suffix for north, south, 51 52 53 sound of battle. During this Covid- ordinators of the Marine Toys for for Tots Foundation to augment local east, or west 19 crisis, Toys for Tots partnered with Tots Program rose to the occasion toy drives with over 8 million toys 33. The loneliest number 54 55 56 57 Good360 to provide immediate relief and established over 800 local toy valued at over $77 million. 34. Actor Patel of "The Best and assistance by distributing two collection and distribution campaigns Toys for Tots does not set a goal of Exotic Marigold Hotel" 58 59 60 61 million toys, games, and books to in all 50 states, the District of Colum- children supported in a given year – 35. Took care of, mob-style Covid-impacted families in the spring bia, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Vir- rather, our goal is to support every 38. Had lunch, perhaps 62 63 64 and summer. These gifts provided gin Islands. As anticipated, the de- family with children seeking our as- 39. Wield a broom many benefits during this extraordi- mand was much greater than the sup- sistance. The American public has 65 66 67 41. "Vive le ___ !" nary time of need. They helped to ply in terms of the number of families never let Toys for Tots down. With 42. Period in history fight boredom, relieved anxiety in with children seeking our support, the help from so many, Toys for Tots 43. Schedule abbr. © 2/4/21 children, facilitated a return to nor- but Marines, in their typical fashion, was able to accomplish our mission 44. Warning sign on many a malcy, and even contributed to the found ways to improvise and adapt. distributing a record number of over 3. Elke of film, whose name 36. Something to eat educational development of our They were very innovative about how 20 million toys to 7.4 million chil- wedding gift delivery sounds like a season 37. Manage to figure out how 51. Westfield cartoonist Charles Nation’s children, especially while they collected and distributed toys. dren who otherwise would have gone 4. "Oompah" instrument 38. Gallery offering they’ve been out of school. They established curbside or drive without. “Unprecedented” seems to 52. ___ Lingus 5. Like a stick-shift 39. Painfully lacking 36-Down be the buzz word for most 2020 events, 53. Tin Woodman's need transmission 40. Dog's gesture of approval and there’s no better way to describe 54. Lincoln's description of 6. "Many are called but 42. Guarantees Lawmakers Call for Hearings on the generosity of the American public pre-Civil War America... few are ___" 43. "... ___ saw Elba" and our Corporate Sponsors – it was and a hint to the circled 7. Tomb Raider's ___ Croft 45. Baba ghanouj ingredient Impact of Gov.’s Covid-19 Orders truly unprecedented. letters 8. Actor Baldwin 46. Punk subgenre 2020 Accomplishments 58. Fuzzy brown fruit 9. Mailing expense 47. Slowly disappearing, like TRENTON – The 28 members of hear their voices and act accordingly • Distributed 20 million toys to 7.4 60. Indian flatbread 10. Put the ___ on (squelch) old ink signatures the state Assembly Republican cau- to address their concerns to the best million less fortunate children from 61. Really pointless and silly 11. Dental hygienist's request 48. A certain chemical salt cus sent a letter Thursday to Speaker of our ability to promote the general 808 local campaigns in all 50 states. 62. Tehran's locale 12. ___ Vegas containing element I Craig Coughlin urging legislative welfare of all New Jerseyans.” • Distributed over 2 million toys, 63. Musk of Tesla 13. Super Bowl highlights, 49. Mortgage holder hearings on the effects of the pan- The Republican lawmakers want books, and games to COVID-im- 64. Musical symbols for many 50. Like the first kid to go to demic on residents and the state. Re- hearings about the state’s slow vacci- pacted families outside of the holiday 65. "Will you let me?" 21. "Whatcha ___?" college, usually publicans called for a half-dozen nation rollout – particularly for the season. meetings to hear personal experiences elderly in nursing homes and the • Distributed 1.8 million books to 66. Aria, for one 22. Co. name ender 55. Aria, for one 67. Welcome warmly from those directly affected. patchwork of in-person and remote children through the Toys for Tots 26. Fencing equipment 56. British prep school “The problems posed by the pan- instruction at public schools. They Literacy Program. 27. Letters on an invitation 57. "Are you ___ out?" (dealer's DOWN demic have at times been exacer- said the Legislature should also in- • Distributed toys to 180,000 chil- 29. "Golly!" question) bated by the unilateral actions of vestigate the disease spread and deaths dren through the Toys for Tots Native 1. Rapper chosen as 30. Smidgens 58. North Korea's ___ Jong-un Governor Phil Murphy and the lack at state veteran homes, the regular American Program. Billboard's 2020 Woman of 31. Approx. dir. from Florida to 59. "I Got Rhythm" of sufficient action by the legisla- closures at state Motor Vehicle Com- • With support from Toys for Tots the Year New Jersey lyricist Gershwin ture,” the members wrote. “As repre- mission offices, and multiple aspects Sponsors, augmented local toy drives 2. Madre de tu madre 35. Ocean predator sentatives of the people, we need to of providing education. with over 8 million toys valued at They also called for hearings on over $77 million. the experience of small-business own- • Met all 20 standards of the Better ers reeling from government shut- Business Bureau Wise Giving Alli- Legislation Would Prevent down orders and workers still unem- ance and maintained a 96:4 Program ployed during the pandemic. to Support Ratio. The Student View ISP from Increasing Fees A collaboration with the Union County Celebrates TRENTON – Senators Nicholas ing this pandemic is not just poor Westfield High School Journalism Program Scutari and Troy Singleton and As- judgement, it is insensitive and tone- semblywoman Annette Quijano have deaf,” said Senator Singleton (D- Black History Month introduced legislation that would Burlington). “With so many of us prohibit internet service providers working, learning, playing, and so- COUNTY – The red, black, and "Sunshine" Staten. Female Athletes Deserve the from increasing rates during a public cializing virtually, we have no green flag is flying proudly at the The RBG or red, black and green health emergency. The proposal was choice but to rely on internet con- Union County Courthouse in Eliza- flag was raised on Sunday evening introduced in response to the legis- nectivity and data to live our lives. beth, marking the start of the Union in order to ensure that it would fly Same Respect, Pay as Men lators hearing from many concerned Capping data to make a profit dur- County Board of Commissioners on February 1, regardless of a se- constituents about internet data caps ing these already challenging annual celebration of Black History vere winter storm hitting the area. By WILL McGLYNN unpredictability. The first two rounds being implemented in the midst of times—when so many are unem- Month in February. Each year, the Union County Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of the playoffs are single-elimina- the pandemic. ployed and struggling financially— "We look forward to working with Board of Commissioners celebrates According to an article from tion rounds creating a greater sense The bill, S-3410, was introduced is opportunistic and simply greedy.” our community partners on events Black History Month with a flag- cnbc.com, the average WNBA player of urgency and allowing for some yesterday, and would prohibit an “The internet has become a ne- in celebration of Black History raising and a series of events and makes about $116,000 yearly. That’s staggering upsets. But, with this more internet service provider (ISP) from cessity in our homes just as much as Month, to reflect upon the achieve- activities held in cooperation with almost 80 times less than the average exciting structure, there just aren’t increasing internet service rates of any of our utilities, especially in a ments and obstacles of the past and community partners. NBA player made in 2020 which enough games to get the fan base and any subscriber for the duration of a pandemic where many are working present, and to recommit ourselves The month is highlighted by the begs the question: Why are WNBA viewership up. public health or state of emergency. from home and school lessons are to the promise of the future," said annual Chester Holmes Humanitar- players so underpaid? My first experience with the “It is unconscionable for any virtual,” said Assemblywoman Board of Commissioners Chairman ian Award. The award was created The argument commonly made is WNBA was in 2016 watching the internet service provider to be in- Quijano (D-Union). “An internet Alexander Mirabella. by the Board of Commissioners in that the WNBA simply doesn’t bring finals matchup between the reigning creasing service rates during a time service provider that raises rates "The Pan-African Flag is a sym- honor of the late former Union in money like the NBA. This argu- champion Minnesota Lynx and the when entire families have to work during a public health and economic bol of the determination, resiliency, County Commissioner Chester ment is valid, as the WNBA has lost Los Angeles Sparks. It was awe- or go to school from home,” said crisis is clearly taking advantage of and achievement of people of Afri- Holmes, who was known for his at least $10 million each year since some. Senator Scutari (D-Union/ New Jersey consumers. It is unac- can descent throughout the conti- lifelong dedication to community its inception, according to NBA I watched perennial all-stars Middlesex/Somerset). “Shaking ceptable to require families to pay nent and the diaspora, and its mes- service. Commissioner Adam Silver. But the Candace Parker and Maya Moore down their customers during a pan- more for their internet service when sage is all the more compelling in Beginning on January 1 of this fact is, the WNBA loses this much duke it out, not to mention the 2016 demic, when so many families are many are out-of-work and strug- light of the challenges we have all year, the statewide title for county money largely because they just don’t WNBA MVP Nneka Ogwumike who struggling and are barely making it gling to make ends meet right now faced during the past year," said elected officials changed from Free- get the chance to make money. balled out for the Sparks this series. by, is disgraceful. This is why we due to the pandemic.” Vice Chair Rebecca L. Williams. holder to Commissioner. The title The revenue generated by both The series came down to the wire in stepped up to do something about it The legislation also requires an "So many milestones continue to for elected bodies also changed, from leagues comes from the fans; the a game five thriller. Ogwumike got and prevent internet service pro- ISP to provide written notice to a be achieved for the black commu- Board of Chosen Freeholders to more people watching and attend- an offensive rebound and hit the go- viders from increasing bills during subscriber of any rate increase at nity, most recently by Vice Presi- Board of County Commissioners. ing, the more money the franchises ahead basket with only three sec- any statewide emergency in New least six months in advance. dent Kamala Harris, who is a gradu- The Freeholder title dated back bring in. The NBA makes most of its onds remaining to take down the Jersey.” ate of Howard University. She is the to Colonial days, when a citizen's revenue from its massive television Lynx and bring the WNBA title back “Raising internet data rates dur- GWACC Seeks first graduate of a historically Black ability to hold public office was contracts that rake in tons of money to Los Angeles after 14 years. I don’t college or university and the first defined by gender, race, and and put the NBA out for the world to know about you, but I would rather 2021 Farmer’s member of a Black Greek organiza- property. see. The NBA tends to have much watch this series than watch the Coming This May tion to serve as second in command For more information and updates better television ratings than the Golden State Warriors sweep the Market Vendors to the presidency. We also began on all Union County services dur- WNBA with roughly triple the aver- Cleveland Cavaliers like they did in Our 49th WESTFIELD -- The Greater the statewide use of our new title, ing the COVID-19 outbreak, includ- age viewers of WNBA games. The 2018. Westfield Area Chamber of Com- County Commissioners, showing ing testing and vaccination, NBA makes billions from television Female basketball players, and fe- Annual Edition merce (GWACC) is announcing the inclusivity is a possibility from DC ucnj.org/covid19. while the WNBA doesn’t get nearly male athletes in general, are not given start of the 2021 Farmer’s Market on to New Jersey counties," said Com- the same consideration and tends to the credit and exposure they deserve Saturday, May 8. The Market will missioner Angela R. Garretson be underrepresented on national tele- and therefore are underpaid and continue every Saturday through Oc- "Knowledge is power, and Black vision. The WNBA only really gets underrepresented. 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She was also an avid reader Rosemary Bisio, Loving Wife, Mother, Barbara Lawrence Kimsey went to were part of the “Cedaredge Clowns” Westfield, N.J., entered into eternal and enjoyed gardening, cooking, be with her Lord on Thursday, Janu- and enjoyed going to area nursing rest peacefully on Sunday, January photography, extensive travel with ary 21, 2021, with her family by her homes to entertain the residents. 31, 2021, in Florida surrounded by her husband, and spending time with Grandmother, Operatic Music Lover side. She was a resident of Horizons Among her interests were reading, her loving daughter and her four children and nine Rosemary Bisio, a resident of Associates, a consulting firm. Care Center in Eckert, Colo. Barbara needlepoint, playing Bingo, league grandchildren after suffer- grandchildren. Westfield, N.J., and formerly of Rosemary Bisio is survived by was 89 years of age. bowling and, of course, ing from a short illness. Patricia was prede- Mountainside, N.J., died on Thurs- her husband, Attilio Bisio, and three Private interment will spending time with her chil- Patricia was born in ceased by her husband, day, January 28, 2021. A sons and their wives, Jo- take place at the Veterans dren, grandchildren and Newark to William and Bill, and is survived by lifelong lover of operatic seph E. and Emily Bisio Memorial Cemetery of great-grandchildren. Emilie Wilkins and was her devoted children, music, she was a dedi- of Plainsboro, N.J., Tho- Western Colorado in Barbara’s survivors in- later raised by her mother William Stivale and his cated volunteer at the mas F. Bisio and Valerie Grand Junction. There will clude two daughters, Anne and stepfather, Robert wife, Maureen, Jennifer New Jersey State Opera Ghent of New York City, be a celebration of Spalenka (Rick) of Odell, in East Orange. McDonald, Darren for many years and and Peter R. and Deborah Barbara’s life to occur in Cedaredge and Patricia Patricia was a homemaker Stivale and his wife, worked backstage in over Bisio of Bethesda, Md. the summer of 2021. Bollinger (Robert) of and professional singer Terry, and Amy Manning 50 productions at Sym- She is also survived by six Barbara H. Lawrence Nipomo, Calif.; a sister, and raised four children and her husband, John; phony Hall and the New grandchildren, Roland, was born in Princeton, N.J., Dorothy Lawrence of with her loving husband, Patricia W. Stivale her nine cherished grand- Jersey Performing Arts Virgil, Alexander, Lowell, on March 16, 1931, the Sarasota, Fla.; four grand- Bill, who was a planner at children, Nicole, Center in Newark. A Katherine and Sofia Bisio. daughter of Robert P. and children, Josef Wade Schering-Plough Corp. in Union and Samantha, Austin, Alexander, member of the board of In addition, she is sur- Lillian (Lake) Lawrence. Barbara L. Kimsey Spalenka (Danielle), Kenilworth for 49 years. Kayla, Jonathan, Christopher, Jake trustees for many years, vived by her sister, Rita Barbara spent her child- Brian James Spalenka Patricia and Bill lived in Rahway and Emma-Claire, and her sisters, she also served as the Rosemary Bisio Castagna, and her brother, hood in Princeton and Verona, N.J., (Lucy), Wesley Lawrence Bollinger prior to moving to Westfield 57 years Roberta and Suzanne. treasurer and financial Robert Ronzoni. She was and received her education in Verona. (Claudia) and Lily Alexandra ago and were members of the Parish Walter Johnson Funeral Home, 803 officer. predeceased by her brother, Rich- She attended Cornell University and Bollinger, and three great-grand- Community of Saint Helen, where Raritan Road, Clark, N.J., is in charge Born in Flushing, N.Y., to ard Ronzoni. transferred to Drew University, where children, Graham Thomas Spalenka, they enjoyed singing in the church of the arrangements. For visitation and Emanuele and Catherine Ronzoni, A beloved wife, loving mother she obtained a Bachelor of Science Lyra Anne Spalenka and Angel choir for many years. service information, visit their website she was a graduate of Barnard Col- and amazing “Nana,” Rosemary will degree. Eduardo Cordova. Patricia loved children and taught at www.walterjohnsonfh.com. lege in New York City. Upon gradu- be dearly missed by everyone who On December 26, 1952, Barbara She was preceded in death by her Sunday school and was a Scout den February 4, 2021 ation, she worked for MW Kellogg knew her. wed Marvin Wade Kimsey in husband, Wade; her parents; a son, Company and later on for ATRO February 4, 2021 Holmdel, N.J. Wade passed away on Lawrence Wade Kimsey, and her April 23, 2007. brother, Robert P. Lawrence, Jr. Barbara has been a resident of the Arrangements are under the care Red Cross Posts Dates For Cedaredge, Colo. area for the past 23 and direction of Taylor Funeral Ser- CWC to Address Mental years, having moved to Cedaredge vice and Crematory. Union County Blood Drives from Westfield, N.J., where she was a To view the internet obituary and Health of Female Students resident for 38 years. sign the online guest registry, visit Barbara attended the True Life taylorfuneralservice.com. AREA — The American Red Cross The Red Cross is testing blood, WESTFIELD — The College pandemic and beyond. Church in Cedaredge. She and Wade February 4, 2021 is urging healthy individuals to make platelet and plasma donations for Woman’s Club (CWC) of Westfield To register, visit http://bit.ly/ an appointment to give blood or plate- Covid-19 antibodies. The test may invites the community to join the Z6MentalHealthRegister. Details on lets this month. In Union County, two indicate if the donor’s immune sys- sixth Zoom entry in its College in the how to access the webinar will be blood drives are scheduled for Thurs- tem has produced antibodies to this COVID Landscape series on Thurs- sent upon registration. Anyone with Westfield Library to Salute day, February 11, both from 10 a.m. to coronavirus, regardless of whether day, February 11, at 7 p.m. The topic questions is invited to contact the 3 p.m. They will take place at St. an individual developed Covid-19 will be “Mental Health for Your High CWC at [email protected]. Black History Month Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 419 symptoms. Red Cross antibody tests School Senior/College Freshman Ms. DiPasquale is a graduate of South Street, New Providence, and at will be helpful in identifying indi- Women: Support for Happiness and Boston College and has her Master’s WESTFIELD — The Westfield ary 18, the documentary Black Men St. Teresa of Avila Church, 306 Morris viduals who have Covid-19 antibod- Wellbeing” with wellness coach in Clinical Psychology and Education Memorial Library will present four in White Coats will be available at Avenue, Summit. A third blood drive ies and who may now help current Maggie DiPasquale. from Columbia University. She is the online programs celebrating Black any time on any device for three days. will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. on Mon- coronavirus patients in need of con- The freshman transition has al- author of “From Stressed Out to Zenned History Month in February, in addi- This documentary dissects the sys- day, February 15, at Christ Church, valescent plasma transfusions. Con- ways been a stressful and emotional Out” and her work has been featured tion to a craft program for adults. The temic barriers preventing black men 561 Springfield Avenue, Summit. valescent plasma is a type of blood time for students and parents, and a on Boston’s 103.3 Amp Radio and in programs can be found on the library’s from becoming medical doctors and Each Red Cross blood drive and donation collected from Covid-19 successful first year of college is Teen Vogue and Yoga Journal. website, wmlnj.org, and the library’s the consequences on society at large. donation center follows safety and survivors that have antibodies that the result of so much more than Ms. DiPasquale has worked with Facebook page, facebook.com/wmlnj, To see this program, viewers must infection-control standards, includ- may help patients who are actively being prepared academically. students and organizations across along with all sign-up information. register. After registering, viewers will ing temperature checks, social dis- fighting the virus. Plasma from whole The program will address whether the country. To learn more about the The TGIF! program for Friday, be provided with a unique passcode tancing and face coverings for donors blood donations that test positive for a freshman daughter has the skills to CWC guest speaker, visit February 5, at 1:30 p.m., will be Harry that allows them access to the docu- and staff, to help protect the health of Covid-19 antibodies may be used to cope with potential failure, heart- maggiedipasquale.com. Belafonte: Sing Your Song. Susanne mentary. all those in attendance. Donors are help Covid-19 patients. break, finding a new crowd, time Rostock’s biographical documentary On February 18, at 7 p.m., the asked to schedule an appointment Covid-19 antibody test results will management and the college drink- Blood Drive to Be surveys the life and times of this library will also hold a discussion of prior to arriving at the drive and are be available within one to two weeks ing culture, all in the age of social singer/actor/activist. Information the movie. The Zoom link for the required to wear a face covering or in the Red Cross Blood Donor App or media, and now coupled with new Held at Squad HQ about Mr. Belafonte currently can be discussion also can be found on the mask while at the drive, in alignment donor portal at RedCrossBlood.org. A pandemic protocols. CLARK — A blood drive will be found on the library’s Facebook page. registration page. The trailer for the with Centers for Disease Control and positive antibody test result does not Free and open to everyone, this held on Wednesday, February 10, On Friday, February 19, at 1:30 documentary can be viewed at Prevention public guidance. confirm infection or immunity. The hour-long discussion will focus on from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m., at the Clark p.m., TGIF! will show an award-win- bmwcmovie.com. Red Cross is not testing donors to mental health and happiness for high- Volunteer Emergency Squad, located ning documentary chronicling the rise On Tuesday, February 9, at 1 p.m., diagnose illness, referred to as a diag- school and college women during the at 875 Raritan Road, Clark. of jazz, its players, followers and fu- on the library’s Facebook page, li- Coming This May nostic test. To protect the health and To schedule an appointment, visit ture, called History of Jazz: Oxygen brarian Marge Barkan will present a safety of Red Cross staff and donors, it Virtual Cooking Class nybc.org/njdrive, sponsor code for the Ears. Information about jazz craft for adults entitled “How to Make Our 49th is important that individuals who do 11959, or call/text Genevieve at will be posted on the library’s Facebook a No-Sew Infinity Scarf.” All this not feel well or believe they may be ill On Tap February 18 (732) 672-5281. Participants are re- page on Wednesday, February 17. craft requires is a T-shirt and a pair of Annual Edition with Covid-19 postpone donation. SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch minded to eat, drink and bring a The library will present “Martin scissors; no sewing is required. T- To make an appointment to give Plains Public Library’s Cookbook donor identification card or identifi- Luther King and the Advancement of shirts will be available to the first 12 blood, platelets or plasma with the Club invites adults from the commu- cation with their name and photo. Civil Rights” by Red Bank historian Westfield patrons who register. Those Red Cross, download the Red Cross nity to join members for a virtual Donors presenting must wear a Paul White on Wednesday, February registrants will be notified if a T-shirt This Is Blood Donor App, visit cooking class with the Food Gurus on mask or face covering; will have their 10, at 7 p.m. To many Black Ameri- is available for them, and they cur- RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800- Thursday, February 18, at 7:30 p.m. temperature taken; must be 14 days cans, Dr. King was the prophet of rently are able to pick the T-shirt up. RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or Registered dietitians will teach the symptom-free if recovered from their crusade for racial equality. He The Facebook video will premiere on enable the Blood Donor Skill on group how to make a Turkey Taco Covid-19; may not donate if they was their voice of anguish, their elo- February 9, and be available for view- Westfield any Alexa Echo device. Chili Soup with Cornbread Muffins have a positive diagnostic test or have quence in humiliation, their battle cry ing anytime afterwards as well. As a thank-you for helping ensure and a Dark Chocolate Avocado experienced symptoms of Covid-19 for human dignity. Dr. King forged The library has included additional To reserve your space a stable blood supply, those who Mousse. 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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WORKING HER WAY TO THE BASKET...Blue Devil junior co-captain Chloe Kreusser, No. 21, gets stiff resistance from the Vikings works her way toward the basket during the game in Westfield on January 28. The Vikings won 39-30. KREUSSER NETS 13 PTS, PULLS 11 RBS; DURSEE 4 STEALS UC Lady Vikings Capitalize On Blue Devils’ Icy Shooting, 39-30

By DAVID B. CORBIN a good job on her,” Coach McKeon Senior point guard Charlotte Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times expressed. Dursee was keeping close tabs defen- Inability to thaw out in time proved As she had in her first two years as sively on Viking point guard Daniella

Courtesy of a Westfield ice hockey fan costly to the Westfield High School a starter, junior Chloe Kreusser was Peralta, who finished with nine points, girls basketball team in its season right in the thick of things, amassed two assists and a pair of steals. Dursee GETTING OFF TO A GOOD START...Senior co-captain Dan McDonald, #23, scored a goal and added an assist in the 8- 1 thumping of West Essex then struck gold again during Senior Night against Oratory Prep. opener with the visiting Union Catho- 13 points and grabbed a game-lead- (1 point) came up with four steals, an lic Vikings on January 28. Although ing 11 rebounds to go with four steals assist and four rebounds. the Blue Devils’ defense handled it- and a blocked shot. “Charlotte this is her third year on MURPHY, STAROSA ON ‘O’; DeFRANCESCO, BAYLOCK ON ‘D’ self well, their icy shooting resulted “Chloe is a stat packer! She scores, the team. She is our point guard and in a 39-30 Viking victory. she gets the rebounds. It’s her junior she’s always tough. She’s a good “We had a long layoff. It’s been year and she’s a captain this year. We leader again. She’s our other captain. almost a year. We just couldn’t make need Chloe to step up even more into Charlotte, JJ [Milstein] and Chloe are Lady Raiders Edge Elizabeth, shots today. I thought we did a great that leadership role but she does a our tri-captains. Charlotte did a good job defensively by being able to hold great job on the boards,” Coach job of controlling the floor,” Coach a team like Union Catholic to 39 McKeon commented. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 points. It’s great! We just struggled Muzzle Dayton Bulldogs, 60-37 offensively. We were 12 for 39 from Blue Devil Boys Drop Opener to Plainfield, 59-51 the floor, one for 13 from three [point range] and three for 10 from the foul A 20-10 second-quarter spurt put bounds, four blocks and an assist. Jack By DAVID B. CORBIN to the Minutemen during the first half were 12 points down late in the third line. You are not going to win games the hosting Plainfield High School Spellman sank 10 points and led in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times then the entire team got into the act to quarter. Then our press turned Eliza- if you don’t make foul shots,” Blue boys basketball Cardinals in the rebounds with 11. Logan Howland The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High pull out the come-from-behind vic- beth over,” Raider Head Coach Ryan Devil Head Coach Liz McKeon driver’s seat en route to a 59-51 vic- had five points, four rebounds, a block School girls basketball team got its tory. McKenna explained. pointed out. tory over the Westfield Blue Devils and an assist. TJ Halloran scored seven season off to a great start with a 48-42 “In our first game of the season we The second half did see the defen- The strategy was to contain Viking on January 28. Dajuan Thomas scored points, including a pair of 3-pointers, come-from-behind victory over the were a little nervous at the start, but sive emergence of juniors Ashley Madison Johnson, who finished with a 17 points and had a pair of steals and and added three rebounds and an as- Elizabeth Lady Minutemen on Janu- luckily for us the play of sophomore DeFrancesco and Emily Friscia, along game-high 17 points, which included Tyejuan Taylor put in 16 points and sist. Pete Meixner banged a pair of 3- ary 28 and a 60-37 muzzling of the Ali Murphy kept us afloat. She scored with freshman Amanda Baylock, who five free throws in the fourth quarter. added for steals, while Jymirr Harvey pointers and Zander Barraza had four Jonathan Dayton Bulldogs on Janu- our first nine points and was a real finished with five steals to go with She also pulled nine rebounds and added sank eight points and Tahmir Ellis points, three assists and three rebounds. ary 30. Sophomore Ali Murphy (2 force underneath. After halftime, I seven points, four rebounds and two two blocks, two steals and three assists. pulled 10 rebounds for the Cardinals. Ryan Friedberg had three assists, two blocks, 2 assists), who led all scorers thought we had settled down more, assists. DeFrancesco finished with “Madison is a primetime player. Sean Logan led the Blue Devils rebounds and two points. Julian Perez with 17 points kept the Raiders close but quickly fell behind more until we CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 She’s going to get her baskets. We did with 16 points and added eight re- had three rebounds and a free throw. ** A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at High School Sports Activities ** From the archives of The Westfield tween the Rahway Indians, whose and followed with a quick side single- Theo Dardia (145-lbs) limited Leader and The Scotch Plains- only loss was to Cranford, and the leg of his own. Hoerle escaped in the Conor Halpin to a 5-1 decision. Cou- Fanwood Times - complete accounts unbeaten Westfield wrestling team at second period but Boss countered gar AJ Bencivenga (152-lbs) pinned found at www.goleader.com - year - Westfield High School (WHS). The with a defensive spin takedown to tie Mike Price in 34 seconds with a head month - week Indians may have won the majority of the bout, 4-4. Hoerle followed with a throw. Cougar Ky’ell Roper (160- January 21, 2020: No. 2 ranked those key bouts that were all decided switch reversal and a two-point lbs) had Luke Scanlon in dire straits Immaculate Heart Academy (IHA), by decisions but the Blue Devils re- nearfall. Boss escaped in the third with a Spread Eagle but ended up as always, brought a powerhouse to corded a number of pins and won the period but Hoerle won 8-5. Freshman pinning himself. Jordan Simpson Wallace Pool in Westfield but as op- majority of the bouts to emerge with a Mike Murphy recorded a double-leg (170-lbs) rammed Cougar Evan posed to last year’s somewhat humili- 45-24 victory that placed Head Coach lift takedown, an escape and a side Kanterman with a double-leg tackle ating, 102.5-67.5, defeat the Lady Glen Kurz in a tie with Gary Kehler sweep single takedown-to-back to pin then pinned him with a Turk/half Blue Devil swim team managed to for most WHS career wrestling wins Taevon McDuffie in 1:24 at 145-lbs. nelson in 3:48. Blue Devil Tim Miller shave 17 team points off that spread with 239. January 24, 2019: Success with (182-lbs) ramped up into a higher in a far more competitive 94-76 out- Blue Devil Quinn Gimblette blasted their long range shots certainly en- gear to pin Justin Alpaugh-McLean in come. The 9-1 Blue Devils won three Yeicob Martinez with four takedowns, hanced the confidence of the SPF 4:45 with a half nelson/wrist combo. individual events with Erin McKinney a stack nearfall and a Peterson nearfall basketball Raider boys as they routed At 195-lbs, Blue Devil Brendan Loder winning the 50-freestyle, Lauren Lane before pinning him in 3:08 with an the visiting Roselle Rams, 63-43. But (1st UCT) and Zach Blevins (3rd winning the 100-backstroke and Abby arm bar at 120-lbs. Unbeaten, No. 4 accuracy with their assists plus mas- UCT) battled through a scoreless first McKinney winning the 100-butterfly ranked at 126-lbs Luke Hoerle, a four- tery of the boards made it just that period. But Loder sealed a 9-1 major- for the second year in a row against time UCT champion stepped up to the much easier for the Raiders. ity decision with a five-point IHA. The Blue Devils also won the 132-lb class to face Corey Boss, the Senior guard Anthony Porter sank takedown-to-back move in the third David B. Corbin (January 2020 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times 400-freestyle relay. UCT champion. Boss began with a trip 3-pointers and finished with a period. COMPETING IN THE 200-FREE...Swimming in Lane 2, Blue Devil Sarah January 22, 2020: Several key shocking side single-leg lift takedown team-leading 16 points but he also CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Kennedy competed in the 200-freestyle in the meet against IHA (Jan. 21, 2020). bouts highlighted the showdown be- but Hoerle regained his wits, escaped dished out five assists. Junior Jayson Williams (3 assists, 3 steals) also hit PETERSON ROLLS 678 SERIES, CUCCARO HIGH GAME 256 trip 3-pointers and finished with 11 points. Senior Nick Merkel dished out four assists. Junior Justin Clark sank the Raiders’ eighth 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter. Control of the Blue Devil Keglers Shut Down boards came primarily from juniors Justin Guy (11 points) and Justin Fletcher (8 points), who both pulled seven boards. Union, Scotch Plains-Fanwood January 25, 2019: Jammed packed house, an ingenious maneuver, key The Westfield High School bowl- games of 179 and 191 to finish with a tied Thomas for their high game of 213 bouts all won in favor of one team, ing team got off on the right foot with 626 total. Austin Peterson had the and added games of 148 and 199 for a minimizing bonus points to opponents an opening-season, 7-0 shutout over high series of 678 with respective 560 series. Chris Rodrigues finished and a stunning surprise ending in one the Union Farmers on January 26 and games of 192, 245 and 241. Dante with a 552 series with games of 188, key bout earned the Westfield wres- followed with a 5-2 nailbiter over the Morales rolled a series of 598 with 176 and 188. Al-Tariq Green rolled tling team a decisive 51-18 victory Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders on respective games of 232, 196 and games of 179, 169 and 189 for a total over the hosting Cranford Cougars. January 28. 170. Dylan Scanlon had a 519 series of 537 and Namir Mallad had games Both teams entered the showdown Against Union, the Blue Devils won with games of 169, 158 and 192. Kyle of 118, 167 and 183 for a 468 total. unbeaten in the Union County Con- Game 1, 994-911 then proceeded to Brunt had games of 145, 144 and 134 The Blue Devils’ match with the ference Watchung Division with the win Game 2, 927-841, and Game 3, for a 423 series. Raiders was not nearly as easy as the David B. Corbin (January 2020 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Cougars at 5-0 and the Blue Devils at 928-927, for a total pin count of 2,844 Chris Thomas rolled the high series Westfield anchor man, Morales, had GETTING A TAKEDOWN...Blue Devil Mike Murphy lifts Taevon McDuffie off 4-0, so the win pushed Westfield to to 2,679. Blue Devil Perry Cuccaro of 562 for the Farmers with games of to and did strike out in the 10th frame the mat in his 145-lb bout. Murphy pinned McDuffie in 1:24 (January 22, 2020). the top of the ladder. rolled the high game of 256 and added 213, 181 and 168. Gabby Martinez CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 PROPERTY

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David B. Corbin (January 2020 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (January 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times FOURTH IN THE 200-FREESTYLE...Swimming in Lane 2, Blue Devil Christian TAKING HIM TO HIS BACK...Blue Devil Brendan Loder, top, takes Cougar PLAYING KEEPAWAY...Cougar senior Cam Wichelns, No. 32, keeps posses- Tedesco finished fourth in the 200-freestyle in the meet against Bergen Catholic Zach Blevins to his back with a double-leg takedown in the third period and claims sion of the ball as Blue Devils Grace Elliott, No. 12, and Emma Pietrewicz, No. 44, at Wallace Pool in Westfield on January 21, 2020. a 9-1 majority decision at 195-lbs (January 25, 2019). close in. The Blue Devils eked out a 40-39 victory in Cranford on January 25, 2018. ** A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at High School Sports Activities ** January 20, 2018: Senior Molly 14 bouts to emerge with a 44-21 vic- lock takedown for a 4-3 win at the with 14. The win set the Raiders’ iors Shannon Devitt led her team with while adding five rebounds, a blocked Ryan scored 16 points and racked up tory. The highlight of the evening was buzzer. season mark at 14-1. Adam McDaniel 11 rebounds and added four blocks shot and one steal. Chris Boutsikaris 10 steals to lead the Westfield girls the bout between two UCT champi- January 25, 2017: The Westfield led Westfield with 18 points and Matt and four steals, while Danielle Rinaldi also had seven points, two rebounds, boys swim team kept its perfect sea- LaCorte put in 11 points. son intact with a commanding, 107- January 16, 2016: Surpassing last 63 victory over Bergen Catholic in year’s accomplishments was no prob- Westfield. The Blue Devils won nine lem for the Cranford Cougar wres- of 11 individual races with Eric Bebel tlers as they claimed six individual turning in a pair of first place perfor- champions and easily captured their mances in the 50-freestyle and 100- second straight Union County Tour- freestyle events. The No. 1 ranked nament team title with a total of 270 Blue Devils won the first six races of points in Union. This year’s champi- the day in building a 62-32 lead in ons were Anthony Capece (113), Tom team points. The Blue Devils also DiGiovanni (120), Chris Scorese swept all three relays. (132), Brian McGovern (152), Niko January 26, 2017: The SPF boys Cappello (182) and Alex Esposito basketball team bounced back from (220) with Capece winning the OW their first loss of the season with a 56- for the lower weight classes and 47 victory over border rival Westfield Esposito winning the OW for the up- before a packed gym filled with rau- per weight classes. Blue Devil Jarek

David B. Corbin (January 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2017 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times GOOD EVENING DEFENSIVELY, GREAT OFFENSIVELY...Raider Anthony WINNER IN THE 200-INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY...Blue Devil Ryan Bebel touched Porter, No. 2, proved to be tough defensively against the Roselle Rams but was first in the 200IM in 2:01.53 during the meet with Bergen Catholic at Wallace Pool even more effective offensively with a team-leading 16 points and five assists. The on January 25, 2017. Westfield routed Bergen Catholic, 107-63. Raiders defeated the Rams, 63-43 (January 24, 2019). (8 points, including 2 3-pointers, 3 a steal and an assist. basketball team past Scotch Plains- ons. Raider Sam Wustefeld (195-lb assists) committed six acts of theft. January 24, 2013: Early foul Fanwood on “Senior Night” at UCT champ, ranked No. 1 in the January 24, 2014: Somewhat stra- trouble on the part of the home team Westfield. Blue Devil Samantha state) jumped up to 220-lbs to face tegically deceptive maneuvers may and streak shooting that seesawed in Stravach contributed 13 points and junior Rob Schork (UCT 220-lb or may not have been needed but one favor of the visitors resulted in a 32- eight rebounds, while Raider senior champ). Although Wustefeld won via thing for sure, the No. 1 ranked 26 Roselle Catholic victory over the Brianna O’Brien led the Raiders with fall and collected his 100th career Westfield girls swim team facing an Cranford girls basketball team in 12 points and Nya Downing added 11 victory, the bout was far more com- eight-point deposit after five events Cranford. Cougar Jess McCoy netted points. petitive than it would show on paper. poured it on to outflank No. 2 Im- 12 points and added five steals. Jenna January 24, 2018: “Senior Night” The other very entertaining bout maculate Heart Academy (IHA) of Goeller also sank 12 points. went as expected when the Cranford came two weight classes earlier at Bergen County, 87-83, at Wallace January 26, 2013: Fresh off victo- Cougars hosted the SPF Raiders at 182-lbs between Raider Alex Oslislo Pool. The 11-0 Blue Devils not only ries over AL Johnson and New Provi- Cranford. Even though they were on and Zach Blevins. As time was run- David B. Corbin (February 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times remained undefeated, but the seniors dence, the SPF wrestling team chalked the short side of two very entertaining ning out, Oslislo made one final at- GETTING CAREER WIN NO. 100...Raider senior Sam Wustefeld, right, ranked have never lost a meet, which in- up three more Union County wins in bouts, the 9-3 Cougars won 10 of the tempt and caught Blevins with a head- first in NJ at 195-lbs, jumped up to face Cougar Rob Schork, the 220-lb UCT cluded three victories in a row over a quad match in Scotch Plains. The champ, and won his 100th career victory during the meet in Cranford on January IHA. Raiders defeated the Summit 24, 2018. PUBLIC NOTICE Seniors Caroline Baldwin and Sa- Hilltoppers, 48-26, and went on to PUBLIC NOTICE cous Raider fans in Scotch Plains. Gozdieski won at 160-lbs. rah Cronin each won two individual defeat the Linden Tigers, 49-21, and BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE PLANNING BOARD BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE Lamont Cruse led the Raiders with 15 January 20, 2016: The Westfield events and swam on two winning re- the Union Farmers, 59-15. PLANNING BOARD points, while Nigel Nelson chipped in girls swim team has been quietly put- lays, while Gwyn Devin won an indi- In his previous bouts against PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT memo- rializing resolutions were adopted at the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD vidual event and swam on two win- Johnson and New Providence, Raider January 26, 2021 meeting in the following PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN ning relays, and Erika Daniel won an junior Dom Natale had something to matters: that The Planning Board of the Borough of individual event and swam on a win- prove, since he was seeded first at RESOLUTION PB 21-R6 Mountainside in the County of Union, has ning relay. 138-lbs for the UC Tournament but CASE NO.: 20-25; MAXWELL awarded a contract without competitive January 28, 2014: Nothing seemed failed to make weight. First, he 614 SHERWOOD PARKWAY bidding as a Professional Service pursu- ant to N.J.S.A 40A:11-5(1)(a)(i). to go right and nearly nothing went in claimed a 9-0, majority decision over BK: 21 LT: 26 for the Westfield boys basketball team John Coler, who won the UCT title at Represented By: Stephen F. Hehl, Esq. RESOLUTION PB 21-1 B ZONE NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACTS in a 48-45 loss to Governor Livingston 138-lbs, then he pinned Pioneer Dan Approved 12/17/20 at Westfield, just three days after beat- Smith, who placed second in the UCT Dated: January 26, 2021 RESOLUTION PB 21-R7 Awarded to: Loughlin Law Firm, 1838 ing the Highlanders, 45-36, on their at 145-lbs. CASE NO.: BA 20-27; BOVELLA’S BAK- East Second Street, Scotch Plains, New turf. Senior Dylan Elliott led the Blue January 22, 2012: Persistence ERY CAFÉ Jersey 07076 Devils with 12 points, including three overcame resistance twice for SPF ADDRESS: 1085 RT. 22 EAST Services: Planning Board Attorney 3-pointers, and three steals. He also senior Sean Cannon, who battled his BLOCK: 23.03 LOT: 15 Period: 01/01/21 – 12/31/21 Represented By: STEPHEN HEHL, Esq. Costs: Not to exceed $30,000 had six rebounds, an assist and tipped way through a very tough semifinal LI ZONE a pass that ended up in the hands of a bout and an even tougher final bout to Approved 12/17/20 Contracts and memorializing resolution are available for public inspection in the teammate. Senior Dave Kane had six grab the 152-lb wrestling crown and RESOLUTION PB 21-R8 office of the Borough Clerk by appointment rebounds, six points and a pair of the Outstanding Wrestler Award (up- CASE NO.: BA 20-24; WESSEL only. steals. Chris Wright sank seven points, CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 1354 WOOD VALLEY ROAD By Order of the Planning Board: BK: 15.02 LT: 3 Theresa Snyder, Represented By: Derek W. Orth, Esq. Board Clerk R-2 ZONE 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $24.48 Denied: 12/17/20 David B. Corbin (January 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Resolutions are available for review in PUBLIC NOTICE GOING IN FOR A LAY-UP...Blue Devil sophomore Molly Ryan, No. 2, works the Board Office by appointment. To re- BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE inside for a lay-up as West Morris Central Highlander Benecia Emiliano, No. 12, ceive a copy of a Resolution, email PLANNING BOARD attempts to prevent a successful shot (January 21, 2016). [email protected]. By Order of the Planning Board, 2021 MEETING DATES Theresa M. Snyder, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN ting together a strong season. The Board Clerk that The Planning Board of the Borough of NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Lady Blue Devils continued to plug 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $32.64 Mountainside in the County of Union, pur- FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY along with a 98-72 victory over Trin- PUBLIC NOTICE suant to the “Open Meeting Act” N.J.S.A. THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ity Hall at the “Y” pool in Westfield. 10:4-6 et seq., the Planning Board shall RESOLUTION 21-02-46 BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month Sophomore Emma Conlon led the CONTRACTOR: Connolly & Hickey His- Blue Devil effort with victories in ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT and every month at 7:00 p.m. except where toric Architects, PO Box 1726, Cranford, designated otherwise. Please take note that an application has New Jersey 07016 both the 50 Free and the 100 Free and been made to the Zoning Board of Adjust- MEETINGS WILL BE HELD NATURE OF SERVICE: Historic Archi- was part of two different Relay win- ments, Borough of Mountainside in the VIRTUALLY IN ORDER TO tect Services ning teams. County of Union, State of New Jersey, COMPLY WITH THE EXECU- DURATION: For a period not to exceed January 21, 2016: Feast but more affecting the property known as BLOCK TIVE ORDERS SIGNED BY December 31, 2021 15.06, LOT 8, which is located at 289 THE GOVERNOR AND IN FEE: $5,700.00 famine highlighted the endurance run between the Westfield girls basket- Bridle Path, Mountainside, New Jersey COMPLICANCE WITH THE A copy of this resolution and Contract 07092 and owned by Timothy and Claire RECOMMENDATIONS BY relating to the services are on file and ball team and West Morris Central in Lough. THE CDC AND IN COMPLI- available for public inspection in the office Westfield but the visiting Lady High- David B. Corbin (January 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Applicant has filed an application ANCE WITH THE DCA RE- of the Acting Borough Clerk. with the Mountainside Borough Zoning QUIREMENTS FOR EMER- landers managed to salvage enough ANOTHER REAL BATTLE…Raider Brian Lapham, top, hangs on as Hilltopper Kathleen M. Holmes of a nibble in time to starve the Blue Nick Abbott attempts to get control in the 132-lb bout. Abbott pulled out a 4-2 Board to approve the construction of an in- GENCY MEETING PROTO- Borough Clerk ground pool and patio together with COL. 1 T - 02/04/21, The Times Fee: $17.85 Devils, 44-40, in triple overtime. Jun- decision (January 26, 2013). stormwater management measures situ- MEETING DATES AS SCHEDULED: ated in the rear yard of the Property. The PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Applicant is seeking the following vari- January 26th Reorganization ances in connection with its application: (i) (Regular Meeting immediately following) NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 34.6% lot coverage where a maximum of February 23rd Regular Meeting DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 30% is permitted, and (ii) a variance for the March 23rd Regular Meeting 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 placement of pool-related equipment within April 27th Regular Meeting TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 4.2 feet of the rear property line where a May 25th Regular Meeting Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under minimum of 10 feet is required. June 22nd Regular Meeting N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 02/28/21, downloaded, and N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 02/04/21, downloaded, and For anybody interested in obtaining or July 27th Regular Meeting publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New reviewing copies of this application and August 24th Regular Meeting Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey related documents, contact the Board Sec- September 28th Regular Meeting 08625; for: 08625; for: retary of the Borough of Mountainside at October 26th Regular Meeting Maintenance Pavement Markings Contract, North - 2021, Various Locations, Maintenance Fence Repair Contract, North - 2021, Various Locations, (908) 232-2400 x258 or November 22nd Regular Meeting Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union and Warren (Including Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union and Warren (Including [email protected]. (Monday) and North of Route 57) Counties; 100% State; DP No: 21433 and North of Route 57) Counties; 100% State; DP No: 21436 For the purpose of hearing objections to December 16th Regular Meeting Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L 1975, c. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L 1975, c. or protests against the granting of same (Thursday) 127); N.J.A.C. 17:27. 127); N.J.A.C. 17:27. application, the Mountainside Borough Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.19, contractors must provide a Certification and Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.19, contractors must provide a Certification and **January 25, 2022 – Reorganization Zoning Board will hold a virtual public Disclosure of Political Contribution Form prior to contract award. Disclosure of Political Contribution Form prior to contract award. (Regular Meeting immediately following) hearing on February 23, 2021 at 7:00 pm. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, When the calendar is called, you or your TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that these Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- attorney may appear and present any ob- meetings shall be open to the public and tors prior to contract award or authorization. tors prior to contract award or authorization. jections which you may have to the grant- that a portion of these meetings may be Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey ing of this application. 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Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected Meeting ID: 841 0227 2955; Passcode: the Board Clerk at tsnyder@mountainside- (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the 440325; Dial In Audio: +1 929 205 6099 nj.com. following locations: following locations: Timothy and Claire Lough By Order of the Planning Board: 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West 289 Bridle Path Theresa Snyder, Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092 Board Clerk 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $42.84 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $49.98 3 T - 01/28/21, 02/04/21 & 02/11/21, The Leader Fee: $168.30 4 T - 01/14/21, 01/21/21, 01/28/21 & 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $224.40 A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 4, 2021 Page 11 Area stores that carry The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Westfield Tobacco & News 7-11 of Westfield 7-11 of Mountainside 7-11 of Garwood Westfield Mini Mart Kwick Mart Food Store Mountain Deli 108 Elm St. (Leader) 1200 South Ave., W. (Leader/Times) 921 Mountain Ave. (Leader) 309 North Ave. (Leader) 301 South Ave., W. 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And again, our team is young. their lead in the second quarter to pair of lay-ups to narrow the lead to We had Clare [Logan] a freshman make the halftime score 17-15. 34-30 with 3:08 remaining. From jump in right away. The girls have to Blue Devil sophomore Sutton Fac- there, the Blue Devils were unable to deal with a lot of stuff. We got to move tor (5 rebounds, block, assist) pro- sink four free throws while the Vi- on. We can’t think about this. We got vided a key steal and scored all six of kings added a lay-up and three free the first game out of the way. We are her points in the third quarter which throws to secure the win. happy we are here. We are happy we ended in an 8-8 deadlock. Early in the Blue Devil junior guard Phoebe played. That is the most important fourth quarter, the Vikings were fouled Chadowitz contributed three assists, thing that the girls are out here and twice and sank three of four free throws three rebounds, a steal and a point, playing the game that they love,” to extend their lead to 28-23. Dursee and junior Kalea Calugay contrib- Coach McKeon emphasized. sank a free throw and after Peralta hit uted two points, a block and a steal. Union Catholic 9 8 8 14 39 for two, freshman Clare Logan (4 Viking Kayleigh Gunsiorowski scored Westfield 8 7 8 7 30

Courtesy of Varsity Vantage THE BLUE DEVIL SENIOR ICEMEN...Matt Moran, Kyle Snyder, Kyle Azzaretto, Brendan Kotiga, Dan McDonald, Joey Brogan and Mason Garnhart. Blue Devil Icemen Ice Oratory, Chill Glen Rock CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 iors Matt Beke, Thomas Conrad and Matteo Mancheno and Joey on the Glen Rock Panthers. Greg Oliveri threw in a couple of Tortorella. Junior netminder Jake The Panthers led 1-0 after the first ginos. First time varsity goals for se- Watson held the Rams to three goals. period. Westfield showed their resil- nior defenseman Matt Moran and The back end of the week’s double- iency and prevailed in this important sophomore forward Zach Park. Con- header for the Blue Devils featured an match-up for the win, 5-3. Mancheno tributing with assists were senior exciting tilt and plenty of emotion. It was the big story in this one and the Brendan Kotiga, juniors Beke and was a trip for the Westfield icemen to athletic sophomore showcased his Spencer Brown and sophomores the Ice House in Hackensack to take skills with a hat trick. Watson, the starting netminder finished with an- other well-earned notch on his goalie stick. The second star of the game was Blue Devil Keglers Shut Down junior Oliveri who provided the go- ahead game-winning goal. Mason Union, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Garnhart netted the other goal. An CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 incredible effort all around. The Blue Devils, particularly seven to win Game 1, 939-937. Westfield Game 3 and rolled a 209. seniors, hope to extend their success won Game 2, 908-873, and dropped James Middleton rolled the high in upcoming battles verses Montclair David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Game 3, 947-932 to win total pins series of the match with a 594 total, and Livingston. The boys varsity team TOUGH VIKING TO STOP...Blue Devil freshman Clare Logan, No. 11, finds Viking Madison Johnson a very tough 2,779-2,757. which included the Raiders’ high game record stands at 4-0 and they are opponent to guard during the game with Union Catholic at Westfield High School. This time Cuccaro had the Blue of 208, followed by games of 190 and ranked #18 in NJ.com standings. Devils’ high series of 592 with games 196. Dylan Fei rolled the second high Follow the WHS boys varsity ice SPF Raider Basketball Boys Fall to Linden Tigers, Rahway Indians of 191, 194 and 207. Morales rolled series for the Raiders by one point with hockey team on Twitter the high game of 213 and added games a 569, which included games of 194, @westfieldpuck for an informative After the Scotch Plains-Fanwood ary 28. After a 35-33 lead at the half, ans. Junior Jaden Carter led the Raid- of 189 and 160 for a 562 series. 184 and 191. Sean Ferrone came in and entertaining take on the season’s High School boys basketball team the Indians poured on the offense to ers with 14 points, followed by Raul Scanlon had a series of 585 with with a 568 series with games of 201, activities. Fans can also visit were set back by a very strong Linden outscore the Raiders, 44-22. Lugo and Christian Piesch with seven games of 174, 210 and 201. Peterson 187 and 180. Matt Reynolds rolled WHSpuck on FaceBook and Tiger team, 61-30, on January 27, Amari Thompson scored 21 points, points each. Senior Liam Mahr scored rolled games of 190, 183 and 155 for games of 173, 176 and 203 for a 552 Instagram Pages. See the website for they experienced a 79-55 defeat at the Leon Lawson sank 20 and Nasir six points and junior Damon a 528 total. Brunt rolled games of 171 total and Dante Silver rolled games of up to date team schedules at hands of the Rahway Indians on Janu- Arribas netted 12 points for the Indi- Schumann scored five points. and 132. Micah Berger came in at 161, 136 and 177 for a 474 total. www.westfieldhockey.com. * A Look Through the Rearview Mirror at H. S. Sports * Lady Raiders Edge Minutemen, per weights) at the Union County touched first in the 100-butterfly, Sam Tournament (UCT) in Union. Blue Hays won the 500-freestyle and Matt Muzzle Dayton Lady Bulldogs Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz was Daniel took first in the 100-breast- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 named Union County Coach of the stroke. Cougar Julie Byrne touched 10 points, four rebounds, two assists move the pace of the game in our Year. first in the 100-backstroke, Brian Woo and three steals, while Friscia banged favor to head into halftime with a six- Blue Devil senior Mike Kalimtzis took top honors in the 200-individual them in from the outside to finish with point lead,” Coach McKenna said. reached the 120-lb finals to face GL’s medley and Nick Kalafatis touched 14 points, including trip 3-pointers, The defense exhibited by the Raiders Ryan Morrison (UCT 112-lb champ first in the 50-freestyle. while adding three rebounds, three really took effect in the third quarter. in 2011). Kalimtzis recorded a low February 2, 2010: Sweet revenge assists and a steal. “Junior Gabby Palermo came off the double-leg takedown in the first pe- came twice in a row for the Blue Devil “Friscia drained 3 three-pointers bench to start the third quarter and gave riod and controlled Morrison from girls basketball team. Just three days and Amanda Baylock came up with a us a lot of energy on the defensive side the top position the entire second pe- after a 43-39 victory over the Linden key basket on an isolation play to get of the ball. That helped keep Dayton off riod to earn a 2-1 victory. Raider Tigers, who had defeated them earlier our first lead late in the fourth. The the board so Amanda Baylock and Emily unsung hero of the game was Ashley Friscia could find their offensive touch,” DeFrancesco who wore out Elizabeth Coach McKenna related. with her tremendous defense. She beat Baylock poured in seven points in everyone to a loose ball off a long the quarter and Friscia hit a big three rebound and got it to Baylock who to extend the lead going into the fourth dumped it into Murphy. She got fouled quarter. Starosa came alive in the and hit two free throws for us to take fourth quarter and hit three points on David B. Corbin (January 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times the lead for good,” Coach McKenna three consecutive trips down the court GOING AFTER A LOOSE BALL…Cougar Jess McCoy, right, and Lady Lion described. to put the game out of reach. Renee Oliver, No. 44, go after a loose ball in Cranford on January 24, 2013. The The muzzling of the Bulldogs came DeFrancesco used her defensive Lions won, 32-26. much easier for the 2-0 Raiders, who prowess to limit Bulldog Samantha went on a major theft frenzy. Accord- Casey, who finished with 22 points, while pulling eight rebounds. Junior second straight Union County girls ing to Coach McKenna, “Senior including 10 free throws. point guard Evie Klotz bucketed 8 indoor track and field championship Ryann Wall, senior Madison Starosa “After we put Ashley on Casey, points, including a pair of 3-pointers. at Dunn Center in Elizabeth. MacNeil and DeFrancesco and Frisica each January 31, 2005: Dayton’s offense began to stifle. The Veterans Emily and Onishi played a major roll in led the team with four steals as we team hit seven three points with MacNeil and Annie Onishi provided amassing 40 of the Blue Devils’ 45 turned up the defense on Dayton.” Starosa leading the way with four. We the leadership and majority of the points, enough to nip the Rahway Starosa dumped in 14 points, while had 11 players that scored, which is a points to push the Blue Devils to their girls who finished second with 41. grabbing three rebounds and adding testament to our depth and how much two assists and four steals. Friscia put the team is willing to share the ball,” up nine points to go with four steals Coach McKenna pointed out. David B. Corbin (February 2005 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times and three assists. DeFrancesco had Baylock finished with 11 points RUNNING A STRATEGIC RACE…Blue Devil Annie Onishi, left, finished third seven points, five rebounds, an assist, and dished out four assists, while in the one-mile race to earn six much needed team points. (January 31, 2005) four steals and eight deflections. Wall swiping three balls. Murphy sank six had three points, four rebounds two points and grabbed eight rebounds. heavyweight Anthony Tufaro defeated in the season, the Blue Devils settled assists and four steals. Emily Muench, Catie Wilson and Julia Mike Christian (Brearley), 3-0, for another score by topping the Raiders, After a somewhat cautious begin- DeVizio each netted two points. the UCT crown. Raider senior An- 45-36, in Westfield. Blue Devil se- ning, the momentum started to role Bridget Carter had three points and drew Jacobs pinned Cougar Jeff Weiss nior guard Amanda Markowski increasingly in the Raiders’ direction Gabby Palermo sank a free throw. in 5:19 to claim the 220-lb title. pumped in a career-high 23 points, as the game progressed. Sc Pl-Fanwood 11 8 14 15 48 January 31, 2012: The Blue Devil which included sinking seven of eight “The first quarter was particularly Elizabeth 17 8 8 9 42 boys swim team, fresh off a UCT from the free throw line, and added 11 slow and we couldn’t find a rhythm. Sc Pl-Fanwood 7 17 20 16 60 championship after stunning the No. rebounds. Diana Venezia, who fin- In the second quarter we began to Jonathan Dayton 7 11 10 9 37 3 SP-F Raiders, defeated the Cranford ished with 13 points, including a 3- Cougars, 115-55, in Westfield. Blue pointer, pulled eight rebounds. 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Bottom row: Bob Koppel, Westfield; please contact Imagine at (908) 264- Friday, January 29, a Westfield Plainfield was arrested on charges providers. Call 1-844-592-5113. 50"Lx35"Wx18"H. Exc. condition. Ron Zuzovsky, Mountainside. 3100 or [email protected]. resident reported that their motor of driving under the influence, as- $30.Call Jeff (908) 232-4407. vehicle was stolen. The vehicle is a sault by auto, criminal mischief and PUBLIC NOTICES 2021 BMW valued at $100,000. The knowingly leaving the scene of a Keeping an eye on your govern- PHOTOGRAPHERS Historical Society Offers resident reported the vehicle was sto- motor vehicle accident with serious ments? Manually search the site WANTED len from in front of a business on bodily injury. The suspect passed a or register to receive email notifi- East North Avenue. The resident police officer on Cushing Road in a We are seeking freelance ‘Herbs for the Teapot’ stated that the vehicle key/fob was 2013 Audi traveling approximately cations and/or save your searches. photojournalists for multiple It’s a free public service provided inside the vehicle at the time of the 80 mph in a posted 25 mph zone. assignments. KENILWORTH – The Kenilworth pot” program will benefit the Oswald J. theft. The resident also said the ve- The officer turned around and at- by NJ Press Association at Assignments include local www.njpublicnotices.com Historical Society’s new “Herbs for the Nitschke House “living history” museum hicle was running and unlocked at tempted to catch up to the suspect events, nature photography, Teapot” virtual program offers partici- and cultural arts center by helping the the time of the theft. but lost sight of him in Plainfield on fire and police emergencies REPORTERS WANTED pants an opportunity to learn about, Kenilworth Historical Society pay build- Friday, January 29, Jennell Carter, Leland Avenue. He checked the sur- and sporting events. blend, brew and enjoy a variety of herbal ing and general operating expenses, in- 34, of Westfield was arrested and rounding streets and located another We are seeking detail-oriented, Please email resume and pho- teas this winter in the comfort of their cluding the cost of an elevator that makes charged with driving while intoxi- 2013 Audi at the intersection of self-starting, disciplined jour- tos to: [email protected] own homes. the site fully accessible to everyone. cated (DWI) on the 800 block of Woodland and Watchung Avenues nalists and communicators Program registrants will be sent an Summit Avenue pursuant to a motor with heavy damage. The suspect’s with integrity; who have a pas- Take Advantage of Us, electronic link to a prerecorded, ap- Emma Hastrup Earns vehicle accident investigation. Carter vehicle was down the street approxi- sion for reporting the facts. An proximate one-hour video presentation was transported to police headquar- mately 250 feet, also having sus- individual who takes owner- Promote Your Business by professional clinical herbalist and Dean’s List Status ters for processing and later released tained heavy damage. The driver ship of their news stories/beat Display Ad Creation proprietor Susanna Reppert Brill, who to a sober adult. and passenger of the vehicle the and can work collaboratively discusses various herbs and their many At Bloomsburg U. SCOTCH PLAINS suspect hit were both injured. with other reporters and edi- Stand-Alone Inserts uses/benefits, then demonstrates how BLOOMSBURG, Pa. — Wednesday, January 27, Plainfield police responded to the tors. Report, write, capture vi- Marketing Assistance to blend and brew them for tea. Bloomsburg University of Penn- Demetrius Morgan, 24, of Linden accident scene as well as an ambu- sual content, edit and produce Website Banner Ads For a registration cost of $20, partici- sylvania congratulates the more was arrested on an active warrant lance, which transported the injured stories for multiple platforms Promotional Bulletins pants will receive the presentation link, than 2,200 students who were out of Union during a motor vehicle to a hospital. Both vehicles were on deadline. Experience in Online-Only Supplements a variety of herbs, several tea filters and named to the Fall 2020 Dean’s List. stop. Morgan was transported to towed from the scene. using social media for news Email Sponsorships some prepackaged shortbread cookies. Emma Hastrup of Scotch Plains, police headquarters and processed. Friday, January 29, a resident of gathering and promotion a In addition to viewing the program any- a pre social work major, was among Wednesday, January 27, Marcy Greenside Place reported several bank plus. Please email resume and Contact Jeff Gruman, time at their leisure, registrants will be the students honored. B. Friedman, 61, of Scotch Plains accounts were opened in his name clips to: [email protected] Sales Manager able to participate in a virtual group A full-time student whose semes- was arrested and charged with theft and believes his identity was stolen. 908-232-4407 showing of the presentation on Satur- ter GPA is 3.5 or higher in 12 or more during an investigation into the theft The matter is under investigation. PUBLIC NOTICE [email protected] day, February 27, at 2 p.m., at which semester hours of course work for of several packages from a Saturday, January 30, Khalik A. goleader.com/advertorial time Ms. Brill will be available to an- which a grade or grades are received neighbor’s front steps. Friedman Wood, 24, of Edison was arrested BOROUGH OF GARWOOD swer questions. For further information are named to the Dean’s List. was transported to police headquar- ORDINANCE NO. 21-01 on charges of possession of mari- PUBLIC NOTICE and/or to register for the program, call Bloomsburg University is one of ters and processed. juana, possession of drug parapher- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING (908) 709-0434. 14 universities in Pennsylvania’s State Friday, January 29, a resident of nalia and possession of prescription ORDINANCE NO. 20-13 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Proceeds from the “Herbs for the Tea- System of Higher Education. The Rivervale Court reported the theft WHICH FIXES SALARIES NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF drugs during a motor vehicle stop. AND WAGES OF CERTAIN ORDINANCE 21-02-R university serves approximately 8,600 of a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. The Wood was transported to police OFFICIALS AND EMPLOY- AND PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE students, offering comprehensive pro- headquarters and processed. EES OF THE BOROUGH OF grams of study in the colleges of Saturday, January 30, officers re- GARWOOD, IN THE COUNTY An ordinance was introduced by the BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Support Local Journalism! OF UNION, STATE OF NEW Mayor and Council of the Borough of NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF Education, Business, Liberal Arts and sponded to a house fire on the 2200 JERSEY. Fanwood on February 1, 2021. Copies of ORDINANCE 21-01-R Science and Technology. goleader.com/subscriber block of Old Farm Road. Upon ar- this ordinance can be obtained without AND PUBLIC HEARING STATEMENT cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood rival they found the basement on An ordinance was introduced by the Cranford Kindergarten TAKE NOTICE THAT ORDINANCE NO. Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, fire with heavy smoke coming from Mayor and Council of the Borough of 21-01, WAS PASSED ON THE FINAL Fanwood, NJ between the hours of 8 am to the roof. The Scotch Plains Fire Fanwood on February 1, 2021. Copies of Registration Open READING AFTER PUBLIC HEARING AT 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Department responded and was able this ordinance can be obtained without A MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND COUN- CRANFORD -- Cranford public THIS ORDINANCE ESTAB- cost in the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood to bring the fire under control. The CIL OF THE BOROUGH OF GARWOOD schools has announced that registration/ LISHES QUALIFICATION OF Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, ON, THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2021. utilities to the house were shut off A POLICE OFFICER. Fanwood, NJ between the hours of 8 am to enrollment for the 2021-22 school year ATTEST: and the house sustained significant 4 pm, Monday through Friday. for kindergarten and children entering Christina Ariemma This ordinance is scheduled for public water damage during fire operations. Municipal Clerk hearing and adoption on February 16, THIS ORDINANCE ESTAB- grades 1 through 12 who are new to 2021, at 7:00 P.M., via virtual conference A 48-year-old resident complained 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $20.91 LISHES STORMWATER MAN- Cranford Public Schools will be con- of smoke inhalation and was trans- and phone conference. AGEMENT MEASURES AND ducted virtually and/or by appointment Kathleen Holmes ported to Overlook Medical Center PUBLIC NOTICE DESIGN AND PERFOR- at your child's school beginning Febru- Borough Clerk MANCE STANDARDS. for treatment. No other injuries were BOROUGH OF GARWOOD 1 T - 02/04/21, The Times Fee: $20.91 ary 1. Visit www.cranfordschools.org reported. UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY This ordinance is scheduled for public for specific registration and enrollment MUNICIPAL BUILDING PUBLIC NOTICE hearing and adoption on February 16, Sunday, January 31, Ebon I. Cress, 403 SOUTH AVENUE 2021, at 7:00 P.M., via virtual conference information. BOROUGH OF GARWOOD 25, of Plainfield was arrested and GARWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07027 and phone conference. Children must be five years old by charged with possession of mari- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Kathleen Holmes October 1, 2021 and a Cranford resident RESOLUTION MUNICIPAL BUILDING juana during a motor vehicle acci- Borough Clerk to be eligible for kindergarten. OF THE PLANNING BOARD 403 SOUTH AVENUE 1 T - 02/04/21, The Times Fee: $22.44 dent investigation. GARWOOD, NEW JERSEY 07027 WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Monday, February 1, a resident of Borough of Garwood are required to con- RESOLUTION PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Essex Road reported unauthorized tract for Professional Services to provide OF THE PLANNING BOARD for Legal Counsel and other related ser- BOROUGH OF GARWOOD School District in whole or in part on any SUBMIT YOUR transactions on a credit account. The vices to the Garwood Planning Board; and WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the COUNTY OF UNION, NEW JERSEY date on or after July 15, 2022 at a redemp- matter is under investigation. WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/ Borough of Garwood are required to con- BOARD OF EDUCATION tion price equal to 100% of the par amount *** of the Refunded Bonds. CLASSIFIED AD Clerk of the Borough of Garwood posted in tract for Professional Planning/Engineer- NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Charges are merely an accusa- accordance with law and received propos- ing Services to provide for developments Section 2. In order to finance the cost of als on December 1, 2020, under a fair and approved by the planning/zoning board The Board of Education of the Borough the purpose described in Section 1 hereof, goleader.com/classifieds tion and defendants are presumed open process in accordance with P.L. 2004, and other related services to the Borough; of Garwood in the County of Union, New negotiable refunding bonds (the “Refund- innocent until proven guilty. c.19, as amended by P.L. 2005, c.51; and and Jersey (the “Board of Education”) will con- ing Bonds”) are hereby authorized to be WHEREAS, the said Planning Board WHEREAS, the Borough Administrator/ duct a Public Hearing on February 16, issued in the aggregate principal amount has determined that such services are Clerk of the Borough of Garwood posted in 2021 at 7:00 p.m. The Public Hearing will not to exceed $4,900,000 pursuant to PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE be held virtually only. Instructions to ac- N.J.S.A. 18A:24-61 et seq. professional services as defined in the accordance with law and received propos- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS cess the virtual meeting will be available Section 3. An aggregate amount not Local Public Contracts Law of the State of als on December 1, 2020, under a fair and COUNTY OF UNION New Jersey; and open process in accordance with P.L. 2004, on the district website at exceeding $200,000 for items of expense WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts c.19, as amended by P.L. 2005, c.51; and www.garwoodschools.org. The Public listed in and permitted under N.J.S.A. TAKE NOTICE The Township of Scotch Plains will expose for sale at Public Auction, Law requires that a notice stating the na- WHEREAS, the said Planning Board Hearing is being held for the purpose of 18A:24-61.4 has been included in the ag- in accordance with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and locations specified below, the ture, duration, services and amount of has determined that such services are consideration by the Board of Education of gregate principal amount of Refunding following motor vehicles which came into the possession of the Scotch Plains Police each contract awarded as a professional professional services as defined in the adopting the following refunding bond or- Bonds authorized herein. Department through abandonment or failure of owners to claim same. services contract be printed once in the Local Public Contracts Law of the State of dinance: Section 4. The purpose of the refunding All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no is to incur an interest cost savings for the representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Minimum bid for each official newspaper of the municipality; New Jersey; and REFUNDING BOND ORDI- School District. vehicle will be all towing and storage fees due to the towing agency. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts NANCE OF THE BOARD OF Section 5. A supplemental debt state- Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at time by the Planning Board of the Borough of Law requires that a notice stating the na- EDUCATION OF THE BOR- ment has been prepared and filed in the of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. Garwood: ture, duration, services and amount of OUGH OF GARWOOD IN THE offices of the Borough Clerk and the In- The public auction shall be held on February 19, 2021 in accordance with the laws of 1. That the Planning Board Chair and each contract awarded as a professional COUNTY OF UNION, NEW terim Business Administrator/Board Sec- the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. Secretary be and are hereby authorized services contract be printed once in the JERSEY, PROVIDING FOR retary and in the office of the Director of the and directed to execute an agreement with official newspaper of the municipality; THE REFUNDING OF ALL OR The following vehicle may be examined at Plains Auto Body, 2380 Beryllium Road, Division of Local Government Services in Perrotta, Fraser & Forrester, LLC., 16 Val- NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED A PORTION OF THE OUT- Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 at 8:30 am. Public Auction will commence at 8:45 am. the Department of Community Affairs of ley Road, Clark, New Jersey 07066, for the by the Planning Board of the Borough of STANDING CALLABLE RE- the State of New Jersey as required by law. MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID provision of professional services for Le- Garwood: FUNDING SCHOOL BONDS Such statement shows that the gross debt Honda 2005 2HGES 16335 H6273 97 $4,953.13 gal Counsel to the Planning Board of the 1. That the Planning Board Chair and OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, of the Borough as defined in the Local Borough of Garwood for a term from Janu- Secretary be and are hereby authorized DATED SEPTEMBER 19, Bozena Lacina Bond Law and the school debt of the School ary 12, 2022 to (re-organization 2022); and directed to execute an agreement with 2012, ISSUED IN THE ORIGI- Township Clerk District is increased by the amount the and Harbor Consultants, Inc., 320 North Av- NAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF 1 T - 02/04/21, The Times Fee: $38.76 Refunding Bond authorization exceeds the 2. That said Contractor shall receive enue, Cranford, New Jersey 07016, for the $7,140,000, APPROPRIATING amount of the proposed refunded bonds. fees not to exceed $915.00 per meeting up provision of professional planning/engi- NOT TO EXCEED $4,900,000 Section 6. No Local Finance Board ap- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE to 4 hours, communications of 1 hour per neering services for the Borough of THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZ- proval is required as the issuance of the month, and other services shall be billed at Garwood; and ING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Refunding Bonds will comply with the re- $205.00 per hour, from appropriations in 2. That said Contractor shall receive TO EXCEED $4,900,000 RE- COUNTY OF UNION the 2021 municipal budget and in accor- fees from various escrow accounts and quirements of N.J.A.C. 5:30-2.5. FUNDING BONDS TO PRO- TAKE NOTICE The Township of Scotch Plains will expose for sale at Public Auction, dance with the proposal dated December other related appropriations in accordance Section 7. The Board President, the VIDE FOR SUCH REFUNDING in accordance with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and locations specified below, the 1, 2020; and with the proposal dated December 1, 2020. Superintendent, the Interim Business Ad- following motor vehicles which came into the possession of the Scotch Plains Police 3. That the Borough Clerk be and is 3. That the Borough Clerk be and is BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF ministrator/Board Secretary and other ap- Department through abandonment or failure of owners to claim same. hereby authorized and directed to main- hereby authorized and directed to main- EDUCATION OF THE BOROUGH OF propriate representatives of the School All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no tain this resolution and the professional tain this resolution and the professional GARWOOD IN THE COUNTY OF UNION, District are hereby authorized to prepare representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Minimum bid for each services contract on file and available for services contract on file and available for NEW JERSEY (not less than two-thirds of such documents, to publish such notices vehicle will be all towing and storage fees due to the towing agency. public inspection in the Office of the Bor- public inspection in the Office of the Bor- all members thereof affirmatively concur- and to take such other actions as are Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at time ough Clerk; and ough Clerk; and ring) AS FOLLOWS: necessary or desirable to enable the School of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. 4. That the Borough Clerk is hereby 4. That the Borough Clerk is hereby Section 1. The Board of Education of the District to prepare for the sale and the The public auction shall be held on February 19, 2021 in accordance with the laws of authorized and directed to publish a copy authorized and directed to publish a copy Borough of Garwood in the County of Union, issuance of the Refunding Bonds autho- the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. of this notice as required by law. of this notice as required by law. New Jersey (the “School District”) is hereby rized herein and to provide for the redemp- I, Adele Lewis, Secretary to the Planning I, Adele Lewis, Secretary to the Planning authorized to refund all or a portion of the tion of the 2012 Bonds referred to in Sec- The following vehicle may be examined at Franks Auto, 56 South Martine Avenue, Board of the Borough of Garwood hereby Board of the Borough of Garwood hereby outstanding callable refunding school tion 1 hereof. Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 at 8:30 am. Public Auction will commence at 8:45 am. attest that this Resolution was adopted by attest that this Resolution was adopted by bonds of the School District issued in the Section 8. This bond ordinance shall MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID a majority of the Members of the Board on a majority of the Members of the Board on original principal amount of $7,140,000 take effect immediately after final adop- Honda 2002 5FNRL 18502 B0333 77 $5,400.00 January 13, 2021, January 13, 2021. and dated September 19, 2012 (the “2012 tion. ADELE LEWIS, ADELE LEWIS, Bonds”). The 2012 Bonds maturing on or Dr. Dennis R. Frohnapfel Bozena Lacina SECRETARY SECRETARY after July 15, 2023 (the “Refunded Bonds”) Interim SBA/Board Secretary Township Clerk 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $56.10 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $53.04 may be redeemed at the option of the 1 T - 01/28/21, The Leader Fee: $93.33 1 T - 02/04/21, The Times Fee: $38.76 A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 4, 2021 Page 13 County Board of Commissioners Premiere Stages Announces Awards 60 HEART Grants Liberty Live Recipient COUNTY – The Union County the Park activities. sity, Union, $2,500, presenting an UNION – Premiere Stages, the pro- to expanded development opportuni- free parking close to the theatre. Pre- Board of County Commissioners an- Continuo Arts Foundation, Sum- original play. fessional theatre in residence at Kean ties, commissioned writers also re- miere Stages also provides free or nounces that 60 artists, historians and mit, $2,500, presenting on-line music Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Summit, University, has named Tylie Shider as ceive a $2,000 award and access to a discounted tickets to patrons with dis- local non-profit organizations will activity programs for children. $2,500, presenting concert with jazz the recipient of the 2021/2022 Lib- professional director and dramaturg, abilities. All Premiere Stages facili- receive funding through the 2021 Dreamcatchers Repertory Theatre, vocalist Cyrille Aimee. erty Live Commission, a biennial Premiere Stages also forges collabo- ties are fully accessible spaces, and Union County HEART (History, Edu- Summit, $2,500 presenting audioplay Roselle Park Loves Arts, Inc., commissioning program for New Jer- rations and partnerships with organi- companion seating is available for cation, Arts Reaching Thousands) of “Everything is Super Great”. Roselle Park, $2,500, provide an arts sey playwrights in partnership with zations, histories societies and com- patrons with disabilities. Assistive lis- grant program. duCret School of Art, Plainfield, festival. Kean’s Liberty Hall Museum. munity groups statewide that help to tening devices and large print pro- The HEART grant program was $2,500, presenting outdoor plays. SAGE Eldercare, Inc., Summit, Tylie’s commissioned play, Cer- provide additional sources and build grams are available at all times; pub- created by the Board of Commission- Elizabeth Avenue Partnership, $2,100, presenting free arts programs tain Aspects of Conflict in the Negro audiences for the culminating pro- lications in alternate formats are avail- ers in 1998, in recognition of the Elizabeth, $2,500, presenting His- for older adults. Family, will explore a family’s inter- duction . The next commission re- able with advance notice. Sign-inter- importance of culture and the arts to panic Heritage Month concerts. Social Justice Matters, Inc., Scotch nal divisions in response to the 1967 cipient will be selected in November preted, audio-described and open- the Union County economy and qual- Friends of Summit Public Art, Plains, $2,500, producing an oral his- Plainfield, New Jersey riots. With 2022. Premiere Stages is dedicated to captioned performances are available ity of life. The innovative program $2,500 providing a public art instal- tory of Kramer Manor. tensions already at an all-time high supporting a diverse group of writers; upon request; please call (908) 737- supports projects related to history, lation. Springfield Free Public Library, between Newark residents and po- playwrights of all backgrounds, ages, 4077 at least two weeks prior to your the arts and humanities, and demon- Friends of Westfield Memorial Li- $600, producing a museum exhibit. lice, the arrest and assault of a black and experience levels are encouraged desired performance. For more infor- strates a commitment to the artists brary, $1,350, providing lecture se- Stony Hill Players, Summit, $2,500, cab driver by police sparked protests to apply. mation, please visit Premiere Stages and community organizations of ries videos. presenting children’s theatrical pro- and riots in surrounding communi- Premiere Stages offers affordable online at Union County. Total funding for this Hanson Park Conservancy, ductions. ties, including Plainfield. The prices, air-conditioned facilities and www.premierestagesatkean.com. year’s grants is $115,700. Cranford, $700, presenting an or- Temple Beth O’r/Beth Torah, Clark, Plainfield riots resulted in three days “The Board of Commissioners is ganic gardening lecture series. $500, presenting a free music pro- of looting, arson, and protest and the very proud to support the HEART Historical Society of Elizabeth NJ, gram. death of a police officer, the conse- State Arts Council Grants grant program, which continues to $1,000, presenting a history panel The Theater Project, Union, quences of which impacted the com- bring artistic and educational experi- discussion. $2,500, presenting theatrical perfor- munity for decades to come. The script ences to Union County residents un- Historical Society of Plainfield, mances in Union. will have three developmental staged Nearly $1 Mill. to NJ Artists der difficult and unprecedented cir- Plainfield, $2,500, providing virtual Township of Berkeley Heights, readings in October 2021 and a full cumstances during the pandemic,” history programming. $2,500, presenting a civil rights cul- production of the play is tentatively TRENTON – The New Jersey State the Council’s Director of Artist Ser- said Board of Commissioners Chair- Institute of Music for Children, tural event. scheduled for October 2022. Council on the Arts held its first pub- vices, Danielle Bursk, who said: “New man Alexander Mirabella. “On be- Elizabeth, $2,500, providing arts and Township of Hillside, $1,000, pro- Tylie Shider is a two-time recipient lic meeting of 2021 today, where Jersey’s artists were impacted finan- half of the Board, I congratulate our culture classes for Teens. ducing the Recreational Center Mu- of the Jerome Fellowship at the Play- nearly $1 million was awarded to 129 cially by the pandemic on multiple 2021 awardees and thank them for Jefferson Parks Ministries, Eliza- ral Project. wrights’ Center and an I Am Soul New Jersey artists through two grant fronts: arts venues closed, meaning their dedication to creativity and en- beth, $2,500, providing art gallery Union Township Historical Soci- playwright in residence at the Na- programs. their creative work and income suf- richment.” exhibits. ety, Union, $1,660, presenting a pic- tional Black Theatre. He holds a BA The Individual Artist Fellowships fered. Plus, gig work and side-jobs In addition to meeting ongoing Jewish Community Center of Cen- torial history exhibit. in Journalism from Delaware State are competitive awards to New Jer- dried up, leaving many artists with no grant qualifications, the 2021 tral NJ, Scotch Plains, $2,000, pre- United Youth of NJ, Elizabeth, University and an MFA in Dramatic sey artists in 12 rotating disciplines source of income. Offering Individual awardees demonstrated a willingness senting a cultural appreciation series $2,500, presenting an historical play. Writing from NYU. Tylie was born granted solely on independent peer Artist Recovery grants allows the State to modify their plans and activities for Seniors. Visual Arts Center of NJ, Summit and raised in Plainfield. panel assessment of work samples. Arts Council to help New Jersey art- during the COVID-19 pandemic, in- Jewish Family Services of Central $2,500, presenting a visual arts pro- Now in its sixth incarnation, Lib- The anonymous process is focused ists with financial recovery at a time cluding the mastery of new tools and NJ, Elizabeth, $2,500, presenting a gram for older adults. erty Live culminates with a profes- on artistic quality, and awards may be when they need it most. Helping to technology for virtual events, and an virtual concert Program. Westfield Community Center, sional Equity production of a new used to help artists produce new work support their recovery through this ability to conduct in-person events in Josephine’s Place, Elizabeth, Westfield, $1,000, providing Black play that celebrates New Jersey his- and advance their careers. New Jer- program is one way we can ensure accordance with COVID-19 safety $2,500, presenting arts programs for History programs. tory. Past recipients include Talking sey artists applied for awards this that New Jersey’s artists will con- guidelines. immigrant women. Westfield Historical Society, to Westfield by E.M. Lewis (2012), At year in the categories of crafts, inter- tinue to thrive and produce the in- For information about next year’s Kenilworth Historical Society, $1,440, providing digital archives. Liberty Hall by James Christy (2013/ disciplinary performance and inter- credible creative work that we are so HEART Grant Program, artists, edu- Kenilworth, $1,500, presenting a Westfield Neighborhood Council, 2014), My Lord, What a Night by disciplinary visual art, photography, proud of.” cators, civic groups and historical Living History exhibition. Westfield, $2,000, presenting dance Deborah Brevoort (2015/2016), and playwriting and screenwriting. In addition to announcing this year's non-profit organizations can contact Liberty Hall Museum, Union, classes. Black Tom Island by Martin Casella This program is carried out in part- Artist Fellowships, the meeting also the Union County Office of Cultural $2,500 presenting a dance festival. Wharton Institute for the Perform- (2017/2018), and Robey by Joe Sutton nership with the Mid Atlantic Arts included the swearing-in of the new- and Heritage Affairs at (908) 558- Life Drawing Studio Group, ing Arts, Berkeley Heights, $1,000, (2019/2020). Foundation. est member of the Council board, 2550 or by email at Fanwood, $2,500, providing visual presenting digital performances for New Jersey based playwrights in- Among the 2021 Fellowship Award Felicia Grant. [email protected] NJ Relay us- arts workshops. older adults. terested in applying for the commis- recipients are William Castellana of "We are thrilled to welcome Felicia ers can dial 711. Merchants & Drovers Tavern Mu- YM-YWHA of Union County, sion are invited to submit proposals Cranford was awarded $9,000 for to the State Arts Council," said Coun- Union County HEART Grants seum, Rahway, $1,200, presenting a Union, $2,500, presenting a “Y” Se- for new plays that specifically ex- photography. cil Chair Elizabeth Mattson. "Felicia’s Awarded 2021 (Total $115,700) history tour and presentation. nior Soirees Series. plore New Jersey history. In addition "In this unprecedented time, people insight and perspective come at a Individuals: Musical Club of Westfield, Scotch across the world have turned to the pivotal moment as the Council adapts Brian Beste, Fanwood, $1,000, Plains, $2,500, presenting a benefit arts," said Secretary of State Tahesha our programs and services to better presenting photography workshops. concert. Valentine’s Day Cabaret Way. "It is the passion and creativity serve the field during a time of sig- Candace Waller, Fanwood, $1,000, Music for All Seasons, Scotch of artists like the ones honored today nificant change. Her strong ties to providing free dance classes. Plains, $2,500, presenting music pro- who have gotten us through some of New Jersey’s arts and cultural com- Lesl Harker, New Providence, grams for U.C. Detention Center. Planned by Dreamcatcher our most difficult times. New Jersey munities will be extremely beneficial $1,000, presenting Irish music work- NAACP Rahway Branch, $2,500, is home to a wonderfully diverse and as we work to support artists and shop and concert. presenting a Juneteenth Celebration SUMMIT – Dreamcatcher Rep- at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, February extremely talented artist community, organizations in every corner of our Lowell Schantz, Westfield, $1,000, program. ertory Theatre, in residence at Oakes 11, and the registration fee is $20. If and I’m proud to work with the Arts state." presenting two free jazz concerts in New Jersey Festival Orchestra, Center at 120 Morris Avenue in attendance is not possible live, reg- Council to ensure ongoing support "As a designer and artist, I under- Union County libraries. Westfield, $2,500, presenting a live Summit, is presenting a Valentine’s ister for the event and send an email for our state’s individual artists." stand the crucial role the arts play in Michael Yesenko, Union, $1,000, concert. Day Cabaret, Kindred Spirits, on to [email protected] to re- The Council also announced grants our everyday lives,” said Felicia providing a pictorial history installa- New Jersey Intergenerational Or- Thursday, February 11 at 7:30 p.m. ceive a link to a recording of the awarded through the Individual Art- Grant. “Having spent most of my tion of the Revolutionary War. chestra, New Providence, $2,500, on Zoom. This collection of songs show that must be watched by Feb- ist Recovery Grant program. This new adult life as an advocate and devotee Rafael Simancas, Roselle Park, presenting a community concert. about love in all its variety is a ruary 15. The direct registration link program was announced last fall in of the arts, I humbly welcome the $1,000, providing Art Day and mural New Jersey Workshop for the Arts, pairing of musical performance and is: Kindred Spirits. For information response to the impact of the COVID opportunity to give voice to my pas- project. Westfield, $1,000, provide outdoor video taken by the singers and ed- on any of Dreamcatcher Repertory pandemic on New Jersey artists, many sion through service on the NJ State Valerie Graham, Roselle, $1,000, musical performances. ited by director Laura Ekstrand. The Theatre's programs, visit of whom are gig and freelance work- Council on the Arts.” presenting free crafts workshops for New Providence Public Art, performance will be followed by an www.dreamcatcherrep.org or con- ers who were not immediately eli- seniors. $2,500, providing an interactive online talkback with the artists. tact Dreamcatcher Repertory The- gible for employment recovery ben- BUY, SELL, RENT, HIRE: Organizations/Community Groups: sculpture park. Songs range from Great Ameri- atre at [email protected], efits or funds. BOLD Community Care Services, Overlook Hospital Foundation, can Songbook classics like “The business phone (908) 514-9654. The program was spearheaded by goleader.com/classifieds Elizabeth, $2,500, presenting adap- Summit, $2,500, presenting "Heal- Way You Look Tonight” and tive art programming. ing Caregivers" healing arts program. “Keepin’ Out of Mischief” to selec- Borough of Roselle Park, Casano Occupational Center of Union tions from the modern musical the- Community Center, $1,000, present- County, Inc., Roselle, $2,500, pre- atre like “Still Hurting” from The ing a free concert. senting art education classes for Last Five Years and “Love is an Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company, people with disabilities. Open Door” from Frozen. Pop mu- Union, $2,500, presenting a dance Plainfield Public Library, $2,500, sic from a range of eras is also in the festival. presenting a photojournalism pro- mix, from the Beatles’ “I Will” to City of Rahway, $2,500, present- gram. “Don’t Change” by Musiq ing Rahway Diversity and Social Jus- Plainfield Symphony Society, Soulchild. The singers have enlisted tice Lecture Series. 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If judgment is entered against Clifton, New Jersey 07012 Single Size: $25 per week • Double Size: $40 per week you, the Sheriff may seize your money, (973) 473-3000 wages or property to pay all or part of the 1 T - 02/04/21, The Leader Fee: $103.02 Call Jeff Gruman at 908-232-4407 or email [email protected] Page 14 Thursday, February 4, 2021 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A GALE FORCE MEDIA, L.L.C. PUBLICATION Westfield’s Lions Roar Brewing Mixing Company Opening Its Doors Friday By HILLARY SHOPE can become better friends,” said every beer offered at Lions Roar, a the fact,” said Corinne. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Corinne. passion that the community will get Corinne asks that the community WESTFIELD -- Corinne and Tim Corinne said they’ve received in- to enjoy by the glass very soon. bears with them as they work through With Zest Grant are the proud founders and credible support and encouraging Due to Covid-19, the brewery is their first few weeks running the owners of Lions Roar Brewing Com- messages from those in the commu- limiting its number of customers and brewery. By HILLARY SHOPE Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times pany, opening its doors Friday, Feb- nity and can’t wait to open their doors will require reservations to be made “We hope that people are ready to ruary 5 in Westfield. this week. They are looking forward on their website prior to visiting. Each talk and find out about one another The husband and wife team never to providing Westfielders with what reservation has a limit of 90 minutes again and build that sense of commu- Chipotle Mango Salsa • 1 clove garlic saw them- they say of either indoor or outdoor seating at nity,” said Corinne. Bitterly cold days call for spicy • 1 jalapeño selves open- many 25 percent capacity. If you’re not able to snag a reserva- salsa! This homemade salsa is very • 1 lime ing or own- people need Corinne and Tim faced countless tion right away, customers can also easy to make, packed with flavor, and • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ing a small right now challenges and delays in opening the grab growlers to-go by waiting in line makes enough to enjoy for days, share • ¼ teaspoon salt business un- — a good brewery because of pandemic, but outside the brewery. with others, or freeze for future use. Directions: til a few distraction they’re thankful they pulled through Lions Roar Brewing Company is The mango brings 1. Put the tomatoes into a large pot, years ago, and a place to their opening date this week. located at 517-519 South Avenue, the sweetness while and fill with when a loved for camara- “There were a few moments where West, Westfield. Visit the chipotle pep- enough water one became derie. this probably wasn’t going to be a www.lionsroarbrewing.com to make pers deliver the to cover the to- ill and led “We’re reality, but luckily, we’re finally at the reservations and follow smokiness. I used matoes. them to re- really ex- point where we can get these doors @lionsroarbrew on Instagram for two mangos for this 2. Place on evaluate cited to open and figure out the details after updates. recipe, but if you the stove and what they open up and want even more, bring to boil wanted out provide that feel free to bump it until the skins of life. to people,” up to three. You can start to come “It really said enjoy this salsa off the toma- stemmed Corinne. Community Calendar right away, but I like toes. around Corinne chilling it in the 3. Remove Tim’s father and Tim Brought to you by Trinitas Regional Medical Center fridge for a few from the stove getting diag- grew fond hours before serv- and take the to- nosed with of ing it. Enjoy with matoes out of cancer and Westfield store-bought torti- the water to just how and moved Storytime and Grab-and-Go be available to the first 12 patrons lla chips, or make cool. much you’re to town in Craft for Kids Thursdays, through who register. my homemade lime 4. While faced with 2013 after February 18, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Easy Social Media Engagement tortilla chips (first they’re cool- how life is they got Enjoy a story and then create a spe- Strategy With Creativity Tool shared in The ing, start chop- super short,” married. cial craft centered around the book. Canva Wednesday, February 10, 4 Westfield Leader ping the two said “We both Supplies will be provided before- p.m. Join the GWACC networking and The Times last mangos into Corinne. “Tim was in a really stress- independently fell in love with hand using the grab-and-go pickup. meeting with MaryJane Salvato who year: https:// small chunks ful place with his work at that time Westfield,” said Corinne. “The en- Visit facebook.com/groups/ will demonstrate a new creative mar- www.mixingwithzest.com/ (removing the and I think he just had that moment of gagement ring that I had been looking WMLKidsRoom. keting tool to help business and home/spicy-jalapeo-amp-green- skin and pits) and set aside. clarity.” at was in a local jewelry shop in town. Moving With Awareness for non-profit leaders begin a new so- chile-hummus-sweet-peach-amp- 5. Slice your jalapeno in half, re- That moment of clarity led Tim to So, Tim would take his visits to see Better Balance and Fitness Fri- cial media marketing strategy. Reg- date-hummus-and-homemade-lime- move the seeds and dice. change his path and follow his dream the town and he was always saying, days, through April, 10 a.m to 11 ister at https://us02web.zoom.us/ tortilla-chips-1) 6. Once your tomatoes are cool, set of opening a brewery. Tim had grown ‘Wow, what a great town,’ and then I a.m. The Scotch Plains Public Li- meeting/register/tZ0ud- Ingredients: them on a cutting board near the sink passionate about beer making when would go to visit and see the ring and brary is offering a series of gentle mpqzkjHdM8DBklml • 6 large beefsteak tomatoes (or (it might get a bit messy with the he started homebrewing as a hobby had the same kind of feeling.” fitness classes live via Zoom, led by L14JXZNFPJpUyV. whatever large tomatoes you can find) juices), peel off the skin, remove the outside of his full-time job, but when When the time came to plant their instructor, Yasmin Ofek. Register Black Men in White Coats docu- • 2 mangos stems, and slice into chunks (I re- he and Corinne sat down to talk about roots, Westfield became their home. at scotlib.org/events. mentary Tuesday, February 16 •2 chipotle peppers (I buy 1 7 oz. move the tougher middle portion of next steps, they said it was a no- Since then, their family has grown Free virtual Training and Net- through Thursday, February 18. can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce) the tomato and only include the fleshy brainer about moving forward with a and so has their love for their town. work Session on How to Use Register at https:// • 2 tablespoons liquid from chipotle parts). Throw the chunks of tomato brewery. They will be offering a variety of Canva Wednesday, February 10, at indiescreening.com/screenings/ peppers in adobo sauce into the blender. “It just felt like we’ve just got to do beers and will be catering and revis- 4 p.m. Contact [email protected] 2021-02-16/black-men-in-white- • 5 oz. Rotel mild diced tomatoes 7. Add the following to the blender: it,” said Corinne. “You have to take ing their offerings based on what for registration information. coats to receive a passcode to ac- and green chilies (I but the 10 oz. can ½ of your chopped mango, 2 chipotle life in your hands sometimes and make Westfielders like best. Virtual Zumba Mondays, cess the documentary. and just use half of it) peppers, 2 tablespoons liquid from crazy decisions — which at the time “Initially, Tim wants to brew across through February 15, 10 a.m. Join Hiroya Tsukamoto in Concert chipotle pepper can, ½ can of Rotel, — this was one of those crazy deci- the beer spectrum,” said Corinne. licensed fitness instructor, Audrey Friday, February 19, 7:30 p.m. 1 clove garlic, ½ of your diced sions, and we’re glad that we decided “We want our customers to tell us Raney, in a 7 week series of hour- Hiroya's performance will be jalapeno, juice of one lime, ¼ tea- to roll the dice on it.” what beers they love the most. His long Zumba classes. Visit streamed live from All Saints' Epis- Got news? spoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon salt. Corinne and Tim hope to bring a goal is to brew everything — all wmlnj.org. copal Church in Scotch Plains. Blend on high until well mixed. sense of normalcy and foster an envi- different kinds — and then organi- Adult Craft Program: No-Sew Ticket sales are $20 and will begin Let us hear it! 8. Pour into a large bowl and mix in ronment that values human connec- cally decide.” Infinity Scarf Tuesday, February the day of on Friday, February 19. the remaining chopped mango. tion, especially during today’s trying From there, they hope to form a 9. Learn how to make an infinity 9. Top with the remaining jalapeno. times. few staples, but they want it to be scarf using just a t-shirt and a pair of *** goleader.com/contact-us Store in an airtight container in the “Our goal was always just to be a community-driven. scissors live on Westfield Memo- Submit events at fridge. place where strangers or neighbors Tim is single handedly brewing rial Library’s Facebook. 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David B. Corbin (January 2020 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (January 2020 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times COMPETING IN THE 200-FREE...Swimming in Lane 2, Blue Devil Sarah Kennedy competed in GETTING A TAKEDOWN...Blue Devil Mike Murphy lifts Taevon McDuffie off the mat in his 145- the 200-freestyle in the meet against IHA (Jan. 21, 2020). lb bout. Murphy pinned McDuffie in 1:24 (January 22, 2020). A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports From the archives of The 94-76 outcome. The 9-1 Blue Indians may have won the ma- began with a shocking side single- takedown to tie the bout, 4-4. Westfield Leader and The Scotch Devils won three individual events jority of those key bouts that leg lift takedown but Hoerle re- Hoerle followed with a switch re- Plains-Fanwood Times - complete with Erin McKinney winning the were all decided by decisions but gained his wits, escaped and fol- versal and a two-point nearfall. accounts found at 50-freestyle, Lauren Lane win- the Blue Devils recorded a num- lowed with a quick side single-leg Boss escaped in the third period www.goleader.com - year - ning the 100-backstroke and ber of pins and won the majority of his own. Hoerle escaped in the but Hoerle won 8-5. Freshman month - week Abby McKinney winning the 100- of the bouts to emerge with a 45- second period but Boss coun- Mike Murphy recorded a double- January 21, 2020: No. 2 butterfly for the second year in a 24 victory that placed Head Coach tered with a defensive spin leg lift takedown, an escape and ranked Immaculate Heart Acad- row against IHA. The Blue Devils Glen Kurz in a tie with Gary Kehler a side sweep single takedown- emy (IHA), as always, brought a also won the 400-freestyle relay. for most WHS career wrestling Support Local Journalism to-back to pin Taevon McDuffie powerhouse to Wallace Pool in January 22, 2020: Several wins with 239. in 1:24 at 145-lbs. Westfield but as opposed to last key bouts highlighted the show- Blue Devil Quinn Gimblette January 23, 2020: Experi- year’s somewhat humiliating, down between the Rahway Indi- blasted Yeicob Martinez with four ence definitely prevailed in the 102.5-67.5, defeat the Lady Blue ans, whose only loss was to takedowns, a stack nearfall and a season’s second match-up be- Devil swim team managed to Cranford, and the unbeaten Peterson nearfall before pinning tween the visiting Union Catholic shave 17 team points off that Westfield wrestling team at him in 3:08 with an arm bar at girls basketball team and the re- spread in a far more competitive Westfield High School (WHS). The 120-lbs. Unbeaten, No. 4 ranked structuring Scotch Plains- at 126-lbs Luke Hoerle, a four- Fanwood Raiders in Scotch Plains time UCT champion stepped up on January 23. The Lady Vikings See & Subscribe at to the 132-lb class to face Corey quickly grabbed a 10-0 lead within Ballyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo Boss, the UCT champion. Boss the first few minutes of the first quarter and rumbled on to a 45- Submit commentary and items for publishing. 24 victory. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste goleader.com/form/subscribe CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (January 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (January 2020 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times TAKING HIM TO HIS BACK...Blue Devil Brendan Loder, top, takes Cougar Zach Blevins to his FOURTH IN THE 200-FREESTYLE...Swimming in Lane 2, Blue Devil Christian Tedesco finished back with a double-leg takedown in the third period and claims a 9-1 majority decision at 195-lbs fourth in the 200-freestyle in the meet against Bergen Catholic at Wallace Pool in Westfield on (January 25, 2019). January 21, 2020. This page is brought to you by: Owen Brand, Senior Mortgage Loan Officer at Santander US 908-789-2730 A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports The 5-7 Raiders received strong free throw. Sophomore Julia Cranford High School. The most as they routed the visiting Roselle Clark sank the Raiders’ eighth 3- support under the basket from DeVizio had three steals, three highly anticipated bout against Rams, 63-43. But accuracy with pointer late in the fourth quarter. sophomores Catie Wilson, who rebounds and two points, and the Highlanders was at 145-lbs. their assists plus mastery of the Control of the boards came pri- had 10 rebounds, and Ashley sophomore Bridget Carter sank with Cougar Colin Murray and boards made it just that much marily from juniors Justin Guy DeFrancesco, who pulled nine a 3-pointer. Harrison Kelly, the Union County easier for the Raiders. (11 points) and Justin Fletcher rebounds. Wilson also finished January 22-24, 2020: Easy Champion (UCT). Kelly had re- Senior guard Anthony Porter (8 points), who both pulled seven with five points, a block and three victories were expected and corded an unexpected pin over sank trip 3-pointers and finished boards. steals. DeFrancesco added four achieved when the Cranford High Murray in the UCT semifinals but with a team-leading 16 points January 24, 2019: Senior points, two blocks and three School wrestling team over- this time, Murray emerged with a but he also dished out five as- Jeremy Ruka scored 16 points, steals. Sophomore Emily Friscia whelmed the Governor Livingston 6-3 victory. sists. Junior Jayson Williams (3 including four 3-pointers and led the Raiders with nine points, Highlanders, 66-6, on January January 24, 2019: Success assists, 3 steals) also hit trip 3- hauled in 10 rebounds to lead including a 3-pointer. Junior 22 then downed the Plainfield with their long range shots cer- pointers and finished with 11 Cranford to a 51-43 victory over Ryann Wall had five steals, two Cardinals, 72-9, on January 24. tainly enhanced the confidence points. Senior Nick Merkel dished Somerville in boys basketball at assists, two rebounds and sank a Both matches were held at of the SPF basketball Raider boys out four assists. Junior Justin CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-3 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (January 2019 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times GOOD EVENING DEFENSIVELY, GREAT OFFENSIVELY...Raider Anthony Porter, No. 2, PLAYING KEEPAWAY...Cougar senior Cam Wichelns, No. 32, keeps possession of the ball as Blue proved to be tough defensively against the Roselle Rams but was even more effective offensively with Devils Grace Elliott, No. 12, and Emma Pietrewicz, No. 44, close in. The Blue Devils eked out a 40- a team-leading 16 points and five assists. The Raiders defeated the Rams, 63-43 (January 24, 2019). 39 victory in Cranford on January 25, 2018. This page is brought to you by: The Law Offices of Michael R. Magaril 908-389-0100 • www.magaril.com A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports Martin Gymnasium in Cranford. Cougars. Both teams entered the but ended up pinning himself. majority decision with a five- added 11 points. Cole Blazek scored nine points showdown unbeaten in the Union Jordan Simpson (170-lbs) point takedown-to-back move in January 21, 2018: Five pre- and had three assists and Hunter County Conference Watchung rammed Cougar Evan Kanterman the third period. vious meet records went down, Goff also scored nine and added Division with the Cougars at 5-0 with a double-leg tackle then January 20, 2018: Senior two for the girls and three for the four rebounds. and the Blue Devils at 4-0, so the pinned him with a Turk/half Molly Ryan scored 16 points and boys, during the Union County January 25, 2019: Jammed win pushed Westfield to the top nelson in 3:48. Blue Devil Tim racked up 10 steals to lead the Girls and Boys Swim Champion- packed house, an ingenious ma- of the ladder. Miller (182-lbs) ramped up into a Westfield girls basketball team ships held in the Sonny Werblin neuver, key bouts all won in fa- Theo Dardia (145-lbs) limited higher gear to pin Justin Alpaugh- past Scotch Plains-Fanwood on Pool at Rutgers University on vor of one team, minimizing bo- Conor Halpin to a 5-1 decision. McLean in 4:45 with a half nelson/ “Senior Night” at Westfield. Blue January 21. The Scotch Plains- nus points to opponents and a Cougar AJ Bencivenga (152-lbs) wrist combo. At 195-lbs, Blue Devil Samantha Stravach con- Fanwood girls claimed their fourth stunning surprise ending in one pinned Mike Price in 34 seconds Devil Brendan Loder (1st UCT) tributed 13 points and eight re- straight crown, beating out key bout earned the Westfield with a head throw. Cougar Ky’ell and Zach Blevins (3rd UCT) bounds, while Raider senior Westfield, 422-351, and the wrestling team a decisive 51-18 Roper (160-lbs) had Luke Scanlon battled through a scoreless first Brianna O’Brien led the Raiders Westfield boys won their sixth victory over the hosting Cranford in dire straits with a Spread Eagle period. But Loder sealed a 9-1 with 12 points and Nya Downing CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-4 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (February 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2018 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING CAREER WIN NO. 100...Raider senior Sam Wustefeld, right, ranked first in NJ at 195- IN A TANGLE...Cougar Max Nock, right, appears to be setting up a Spread Eagle manuever in his lbs, jumped up to face Cougar Rob Schork, the 220-lb UCT champ, and won his 100th career victory 160-lb bout with Harrison Wustefeld on “Senior Night” in Cranford. Nock claimed a 6-1 decision during the meet in Cranford on January 24, 2018. (January 24, 2018). This page is brought to you by: Christine Cosenza, State Farm Insurance Agent 908-233-9100 • www.christinecosenza.net A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports straight in a close contest with touching the wall at 1:40.23, Late January 2018: It was senior and alternate captain, bouts, the 9-3 Cougars won 10 of Summit, 439-401. well ahead of the previous record not quite a “Miracle on Ice”, but scored Westfield’s second goal the 14 bouts to emerge with a Raider Rachel Maizes swam on of 1:42.06. Cohen also topped certainly an upset at Warinanco then late in the third period 44-21 victory. The highlight of two winning relays and took first his meet record of 4:35.02 in the Rink in Roselle. The Westfield sophomore Trevor Tanella re- the evening was the bout be- in the 200-Individual Medley with 500-freestyle by taking first with Blue Devils defeated their rival ceived a perfectly executed tape- tween two UCT champions. a time of 2:07.77 and set the a time of 4:32.77. The Blue Devil Summit Hilltoppers, 3-2, in the to-tape pass from senior Andrew Raider Sam Wustefeld (195-lb meet record in the 100-breast- boys won four individual events Union County boys high school Johnson-Milstein to score the win- UCT champ, ranked No. 1 in the stroke with a time of 1:04.72, (Ryan Bebel — 200IM 1:56.09 & ice hockey tournament final. Jun- ning goal. state) jumped up to 220-lbs to topping the previous record of 100-backstroke 52.55, Colin ior goalie and alternate captain January 24, 2018: “Senior face junior Rob Schork (UCT 220- 1:04.88. DeeDee Maizes won the Daniel — 100-butterfly 51.41, Christopher “CJ” Duffy was Night” went as expected when lb champ). Although Wustefeld 500-freestyle with a time of Steve Warren — 100-breast- named the tournament MVP. the Cranford Cougars hosted the won via fall and collected his 5:16.56. stroke 57.66) and all three re- Senior captain Matt Rittendale SPF Raiders at Cranford. Even 100th career victory, the bout Raider Josh Cohen broke the lays (200-medley relay, 200-free scored an impressive goal in the though they were on the short was far more competitive than it meet record in the 200-freestyle, relay, 400-free relay). second period. Kenneth Meyer, a side of two very entertaining CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-5 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (January 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2017 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times GOING IN FOR A LAY-UP...Blue Devil sophomore Molly Ryan, No. 2, works inside for a lay-up WINNER IN THE 200-INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY...Blue Devil Ryan Bebel touched first in the 200IM as West Morris Central Highlander Benecia Emiliano, No. 12, attempts to prevent a successful shot in 2:01.53 during the meet with Bergen Catholic at Wallace Pool on January 25, 2017. Westfield (January 21, 2016). routed Bergen Catholic, 107-63. This page is brought to you by: Frank D. Isoldi, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Agent 908-787-5990 • www.theisoldicollection.com A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports would show on paper. to set up key bouts made for a with Nick Palazzola (152) and commanding, 107-63 victory back from their first loss of the The other very entertaining very interesting and enjoyable Sam Wustefeld (182), respec- over Bergen Catholic in Westfield. season with a 56-47 victory over bout came two weight classes evening in the clash between the tively. Nigro, an NJSIAA qualifier The Blue Devils won nine of 11 border rival Westfield before a earlier at 182-lbs between Raider Raiders and the No. 4 ranked last year, took a 4-2 lead but individual races with Eric Bebel packed gym filled with raucous Alex Oslislo and Zach Blevins. As Cranford Cougars. With five bouts Palazzola, however, got a pair of turning in a pair of first place Raider fans in Scotch Plains. time was running out, Oslislo remaining, the 12-0 Cougars takedowns in the third period to performances in the 50-freestyle Lamont Cruse led the Raiders made one final attempt and found themselves trailing the pull out an 8-6 decision. After a and 100-freestyle events. The with 15 points, while Nigel Nelson caught Blevins with a headlock Raiders, 24-17, but they came scoreless first period, Wustefeld No. 1 ranked Blue Devils won the chipped in with 14. The win set takedown for a 4-3 win at the roaring back to win all five and to worked a three-point nearside first six races of the day in build- the Raiders’ season mark at 14- buzzer. claim a 37-24 victory. cradle on Concina and went on to ing a 62-32 lead in team points. 1. Adam McDaniel led Westfield January 25, 2017: Major im- Head Coach Pat Gorman win, 6-0. The Blue Devils also swept all with 18 points and Matt LaCorte provements on the part of the bumped Mike Nigro and Vince January 25, 2017: The three relays. put in 11 points. hosting SPF wrestling team and Concina up one weight class so Westfield boys swim team kept January 26, 2017: The SPF January 26, 2017: Multiple a shuffling of a few weight classes they could have tougher bouts its perfect season intact with a boys basketball team bounced CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-6 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (January 2016 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times UCT OUTSTANDING WRESTLER...Cougar Anthony Capece defeated Roselle Park Panther GUARDING A HIGHLANDER...Blue Devil sophomore Owen Murray, No. 23, tries to prevent a Chris Gural, 2-1, for the 113-lb title and received the Outstanding Wrestling Award (January 16, Highlanders from getting a clear path to the basket in Westfield on January 28, 2014. The 2016). Highlanders stunned the Blue Devils, 48-45. This page is brought to you by: Deegan Roofing Company 908-322-6405 • www.deeganroofing.com A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports steals led to multiple lay-ups and bounds) each contributed six Cougar wrestlers as they claimed Blue Devil Jarek Gozdieski won January 21, 2016: Feast but junior Molly Ryan was not only assists and Lily Maz added three six individual champions and eas- at 160-lbs. more famine highlighted the en- the major initiator but also the assists. Shannon Devitt led the ily captured their second straight January 20, 2016: The durance run between the major recipient as the Westfield team with five blocked shots and Union County Tournament team Westfield girls swim team has Westfield girls basketball team girls basketball team over- made five steals. Lauren title with a total of 270 points in been quietly putting together a and West Morris Central in whelmed the visiting Cranford Williamson led the Cougars with Union. This year’s champions strong season. The Lady Blue Westfield but the visiting Lady Cougars, 52-27. The 11-2 Blue 13 points, including three 3- were Anthony Capece (113), Tom Devils continued to plug along Highlanders managed to salvage Devils amassed 36 steals and pointers. Cam Wichelns (3 as- DiGiovanni (120), Chris Scorese with a 98-72 victory over Trinity enough of a nibble in time to Ryan was the chief thief with 10 sists, 3 steals) grabbed nine re- (132), Brian McGovern (152), Hall at the “Y” pool in Westfield. starve the Blue Devils, 44-40, in of them, while also leading all bounds and Caroline McCaffrey Niko Cappello (182) and Alex Sophomore Emma Conlon led the triple overtime. Juniors Shannon scorers with 23 points, including (2 steals) had eight rebounds. Esposito (220) with Capece win- Blue Devil effort with victories in Devitt led her team with 11 re- three 3-pointers. January 16, 2016: Surpass- ning the OW for the lower weight both the 50 Free and the 100 bounds and added four blocks Blue Devils Jenna Iorio (8 ing last year’s accomplishments classes and Esposito winning the Free and was part of two differ- and four steals, while Danielle steals) and Grace Elliott (6 re- was no problem for the Cranford OW for the upper weight classes. ent Relay winning teams. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-7 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (January 2014 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times WINNER OF THE 500-FREESTYLE...Blue Devil John Lindros, swimming in Lane 2, won the 500- David B. Corbin (January 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times freestyle and also won the 200-freestyle against Bergen Catholic at Wallace Pool in Westfield on ANOTHER REAL BATTLE…Raider Brian Lapham, top, hangs on as Hilltopper Nick Abbott January 24, 2014. attempts to get control in the 132-lb bout. Abbott pulled out a 4-2 decision (January 26, 2013). A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports

Rinaldi (8 points, including 2 3- points. January 28, 2014: Nothing gar wrestling team came out on and a single-leg, back-trip pointers, 3 assists) committed January 24, 2014: Somewhat seemed to go right and nearly top in both in a 46-15 victory takedown to take a 5-1 lead into six acts of theft. strategically deceptive maneu- nothing went in for the Westfield over Governor Livingston in the third period. Hoy escaped January 21, 2016: The SPF vers may or may not have been boys basketball team in a 48-45 Cranford. and applied the pressure, but girls’ basketball team dropped needed but one thing for sure, loss to Governor Livingston at The first anticipated match-up Murray used his snaky leg de- their fifth game in their last six the No. 1 ranked Westfield girls Westfield, just three days after came at 120-lbs, when Cougar fense to ward him off in a 5-2 tries in a sluggish, 45-34, defeat swim team facing an eight-point beating the Highlanders, 45-36, Chris Scorese faced John Colder, victory. at Johnson in Clark. Amani Will- deposit after five events poured on their turf. Senior Dylan Elliott who had placed second in the January 22, 2013: Sarah iams led the Raiders with 16 it on to outflank No. 2 Immacu- led the Blue Devils with 12 points, Union County Tournament. Cronin, Ellie Reinhardt and points and Micaiah Battle added late Heart Academy (IHA) of including three 3-pointers, and Scorese recorded a double-leg Caroline Baldwin were three quar- 13 points. Bergen County, 87-83, at Wallace three steals. He also had six re- lift takedown and added a three- ters of the foursome that touched January 22, 2016: Nick Mele Pool. The 11-0 Blue Devils not bounds, an assist and tipped a point spread eagle nearfall in the first in the final event, 400- scored 18 points, including four only remained undefeated, but pass that ended up in the hands first period then both controlled freestyle relay, on January 31, 3-point bombs, to lead the the seniors have never lost a of a teammate. Senior Dave Kane each other from the top position 2012 to earn the No 2 Westfield Westfield boys basketball team meet, which included three vic- had six rebounds, six points and to result in a 5-0 decision. girls swim team its first victory to a 70-46 blowout victory over tories in a row over IHA. a pair of steals. Chris Wright The second key match-up came ever over then No. 1 ranked Im- the SPF Raiders in Westfield. The Seniors Caroline Baldwin and sank seven points, while adding at 138-lbs when Cougar Gavin maculate Heart Academy (IHA) Blue Devils dropped in 10 3- Sarah Cronin each won two indi- five rebounds, a blocked shot Murray, the UCT champion, faced with an 87-83 score. pointers on their way to improv- vidual events and swam on two and one steal. Chris Boutsikaris Ryan Hoy, whom he defeated This time, the rankings were ing their Union County Confer- winning relays, while Gwyn Devin also had seven points, two re- 13-3 for the title to avenge a 9- reversed, the tension was still ence Mountain Division leading won an individual event and swam bounds, a steal and an assist. 8 setback to him in last year’s high and the drama played out record to 5-1. Junior Nigel Nelson on two winning relays, and Erika January 29, 2014: Two highly 132-lb UCT finals. Murray slipped but mostly midway through the provided one of the few bright Daniel won an individual event anticipated match-ups were not around Hoy with a side single meet until the 9-0 Blue Devils spots for the Raiders with 14 and swam on a winning relay. avoided and the Cranford Cou- takedown and added an escape CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-8 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (January 2012 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (January 2013 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times CHAMPION & OUTSTANDING WRESTLER…Raider Sean Cannon has his hand raised in GOING AFTER A LOOSE BALL…Cougar Jess McCoy, right, and Lady Lion Renee Oliver, No. victory after earning a 10-9, come-from-behind decision over Roselle Park’s Ryan Merkel in the 152- 44, go after a loose ball in Cranford on January 24, 2013. The Lions won, 32-26. lb finals in Union on January 22, 2012. A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports caught fire after the 500-freestyle team was concerned in a 55-39 Johnson and New Providence, the Year. the 200-freestyle, Stephen Husch and glided to a 95-75 victory loss to the Roselle Rams in Raider junior Dom Natale had Blue Devil senior Mike Kalimtzis touched first in the 100-butter- over IHA at Wallace Pool. Cronin, Westfield. Senior center Scott something to prove, since he reached the 120-lb finals to face fly, Sam Hays won the 500- Reinhardt and Baldwin were also Toresco led the 10-5 Blue Devils was seeded first at 138-lbs for GL’s Ryan Morrison (UCT 112-lb freestyle and Matt Daniel took part of the winning 400-free re- with 15 points and seven re- the UC Tournament but failed to champ in 2011). Kalimtzis re- first in the 100-breaststroke. lay, along with Julia bounds, including a pair of put- make weight. First, he claimed a corded a low double-leg Cougar Julie Byrne touched first Diamontopolous, that ensured backs. Point guard Danny Mitchell 9-0, majority decision over John takedown in the first period and in the 100-backstroke, Brian Woo the victory. netted seven points and contrib- Coler, who won the UCT title at controlled Morrison from the top took top honors in the 200-indi- January 24, 2013: Early foul uted four assists, while creating 138-lbs, then he pinned Pioneer position the entire second period vidual medley and Nick Kalafatis trouble on the part of the home two steals. Junior Dave Kane Dan Smith, who placed second in to earn a 2-1 victory. Raider touched first in the 50-freestyle. team and streak shooting that scored six points and added a the UCT at 145-lbs. heavyweight Anthony Tufaro de- January 31, 2012: Strategy seesawed in favor of the visitors pair of assists. January 22, 2012: Persis- feated Mike Christian (Brearley), may have played a roll, but the resulted in a 32-26 Roselle Catho- January 26, 2013: Fresh off tence overcame resistance twice 3-0, for the UCT crown. Raider Roselle Park Panthers came up lic victory over the Cranford girls victories over AL Johnson and for SPF senior Sean Cannon, who senior Andrew Jacobs pinned with key victories to pin a 35-24 basketball team in Cranford. Cou- New Providence, the SPF wres- battled his way through a very Cougar Jeff Weiss in 5:19 to claim loss on the 16-2 Raider wrestling gar Jess McCoy netted 12 points tling team chalked up three more tough semifinal bout and an even the 220-lb title. team in Scotch Plains. Raider and added five steals. Jenna Union County wins in a quad match tougher final bout to grab the January 31, 2012: The Blue Andrew Jacobs claimed a 17-2, Goeller also sank 12 points. in Scotch Plains. The Raiders de- 152-lb wrestling crown and the Devil boys swim team, fresh off a tech fall in 5:34 over Marc January 24, 2013: Shots were feated the Summit Hilltoppers, Outstanding Wrestler Award (up- UCT championship after stun- Signorello at 220-lbs. Heavy- not dropping, plays were not 48-26, and went on to defeat the per weights) at the Union County ning the No. 3 SP-F Raiders, weight Anthony Tufaro, ranked working and passes were not Linden Tigers, 49-21, and the Tournament (UCT) in Union. Blue defeated the Cranford Cougars, fifth in the state, battered Avasar reaching their objective, as far Union Farmers, 59-15. Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz was 115-55, in Westfield. Blue Devil Patel with a takedown and a pair as the Westfield boys basketball In his previous bouts against named Union County Coach of Brennan Haley touched first in CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-9 Thursday, February 4, 2021 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

David B. Corbin (February 2010 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin (February 2005 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times GUARDING A HOT SHOOTER…Raider Evie Klotz, center, tries to guard Blue Devil Amanda RUNNING A STRATEGIC RACE…Blue Devil Annie Onishi, left, finished third in the one-mile Markowski, No. 22, who finished with a game-high 23 points (February 2, 2010). race to earn six much needed team points. (January 31, 2005) A Special Look Through the Rearview Mirror at Local Sports of near-falls before he pulled off freshman Taylor Sebolao sank 17 Blue Devils to their second February 2, 2002: Raiders February 1, 2000: The Raider an ankle-pick reversal and pinned points, including four 3-pointers, straight Union County girls in- Matt DeNichilo and brothers girls basketball team stopped the him in 2:23. Brian Lapham con- while pulling eight rebounds. Jun- door track and field champion- Derek and Lucas Francavilla each Red Raiders, 57-45, in Scotch verted a Peterson roll to a four- ior point guard Evie Klotz buck- ship at Dunn Center in Elizabeth. grabbed top honors in their re- Plains. Co-Captains Najwa Glover point move to seize a 10-2, ma- eted 8 points, including a pair of MacNeil and Onishi played a ma- spective weight classes at the and Katie Feighner led the way jority decision over Brad Carle at 3-pointers. jor roll in amassing 40 of the Blue Union County Wrestling Tourna- with 18 points and 16 rebounds, 126-lbs. February 3, 2010: The rav- Devils’ 45 points, enough to nip ment held in Union. Blue Devil respectively. February 2, 2010: Sweet re- enous Cougar matmen feasted the Rahway girls who finished junior Dan MacDonald rose to February 1, 2000: A quick venge came twice in a row for the on the New Providence Pioneers, second with 41. the occasion and came home three-pointer and a steal converted Blue Devil girls basketball team. ripping off 12 victories in the 14 January 31, 2004: Plenty of with second place, as did Raider to a successful lay-up in the wan- Just three days after a 43-39 weight classes to seize a 53-9 team depth and some strong sophomore Eric Connolly. ing seconds, gave the Elizabeth victory over the Linden Tigers, win in Cranford. The biggest performances earned the sixth- Lucas Francavilla pinned 140- boys basketball team a 60-59, who had defeated them earlier in feasting came in the heavyweight ranked Blue Devil girls swim- lb Charles Mueller with a half overtime victory over the young the season, the Blue Devils settled class. Cougar Joe Brady had a ming team its 12th-straight Union nelson and a step over in 1:51. In but very scrappy Blue Devil squad another score by topping the Raid- score to settle with Zach County Championship at Dunn the 145-lb. finals, DeNichilo bril- in Westfield. Sophomore Jim ers, 45-36, in Westfield. Blue Devil Troutman and did with a 5-3 Center in Elizabeth. Jackie De La liantly used his knowledge of McKeon demonstrated his grit and senior guard Amanda Markowski victory. Kyle Markovitch tallied a Fuente touched first in the 100- mechanical advantage to earn a pure talent by burning in 26 points. pumped in a career-high 23 16-0, tech fall over Steve Sharpe yard breaststroke with a time of takedown and a three-point February 3, 1998: The Blue points, which included sinking at 130 lbs. 1:10.79 followed by Amanda nearfall to defeat Roselle Park’s Devil boys’ basketball team lost seven of eight from the free throw LOOKING WAY BACK: Dickson at 1:11.49. Becky Fallon, Jim Garrison, 5-3. Derek a heartbreaking contest to Eliza- line, and added 11 rebounds. January 31, 2005: Veterans De La Fuente, Brittany Reyes Francavilla extended his record beth in overtime, 70-69. Junior Diana Venezia, who finished with Emily MacNeil and Annie Onishi and Kirsten Selert won the 200- to 19-0 by defeating Roselle Lamont Turner had the game of 13 points, including a 3-pointer, provided the leadership and ma- medley relay with a time of Park’s Joe Blackford, 7-3, in the his life when he erupted for a pulled eight rebounds. Raider jority of the points to push the 1:56.81. 103-lb. finals. team season record of 28 points.