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PHOTO BY SUSAN C MOELLER one pedal a! a By Susan C. Moeller $115,000, depending on SENIOR REPORTER the cost per ton to dump refuse, explained Council By John Soltes 24 hours Children," Bob said. "It's been almost RUTHERFORD — When President Joseph DeSalvo, EDITOR IN CHIEF During a recent interview, Bob six years since he passed, so I just want- the Rutherford Borough who initiated the vote on proudly wore a sweatshirt sporting ed to give back to the organization that Council voted March 22 the issue. RUTHERFORD — From midday a picture of Troy, his son who died helped us out so much. Every dime to stop picking up com- "We have employees in on April 30 until midday on May 1, before the age of 2 from a hereditary that comes in goes right to Tomorrows mercial garbage, there was town losing their jobs. We Rutherford resident Bob Koper will retinoblastoma a few years ago. Joining Children." very little discussion. But, have employees in town work to achieve a seemingly impos- Bob for the talk were Sensei Dan Chances are there will be quite a changing the trash plan has going part time." sible goal. Rominski and Sempai Kim Christian, few dimes coming in. been equivalent to open- Reducing garbage pickup But don't bet against this 51-year- the husband-wife team that runs The Sensei Dan and Sempai Kim, along ing a Dumpster-sized can of also frees up Department of old local. DOJO, a martial-arts school on Park with Bob, have asked the outlying worms. Public Works employees to Bob, who has been blind most of his Avenue in Rutherford where the bike- community to step forward and help Now, some business own- conduct other maintenance life due to a degenerative eye disease a-thon will take place. out with donations and creative fund- ers air asking the Council work that has not been get- known as retinitis pigmentosa, will ride "This will be my 10th time doing it raisers. The community has responded to reconsider its decision. ting done. on a stationary bicycle at Rutherford's for all types of charities," Bob said of in kind. The Rutherford Downtown The DOJO for more than 24 hours. By his 24-hour journey. From officials with the New Partnership has also outlined Business concerns the end of his marathon he will likely But this occasion is extra special Meadowlands Stadium offering a free other options it believes will The borough has a have traveled more than 500 miles, and extra personal. This is the first behind-the-scenes tour of the new ease the municipal budget "severe budget problem," without moving a foot. time Bob, who prefers to go by the last facility to local restaurants and piz- crunch and stop trash and acknowledged Robin This monumental task is fueled by name Koper for privacy reasons, is tak- zerias offering hundreds of dollars in trash-related problems from Reenstra-Bryant, executive Koper's determination to raise money ing part in a biking fund-raiser in his gift certificates, Bob's bike-a-thon has crowding out business on director of the Rutherford for the Tomorrows Children's Fund at hometown and the charity this time is inspired a newfound family. There is a Park Avenue. Downtown Partnership, Hackensack University Medical Center Tomorrows Children's Fund, an orga- complete schedule of events for locals as she addressed a spe- and also to honor a little boy — Bob's nization that helped Bob and his wife, to take part in, from watching The Borough perspective cial meeting of the group little boy — whose .birthday will be who is also blind, during a difficult Honeymooners" (one of Bob's favorite Eliminating commercial Thursday, April 8. But, stop- remembered when he finishes his gru- time in their lives. TV shows) during the late-night hours garbage pickup will save Please see GARBAGE eling and emotional bike ride. They took care of my son at the Rutherford approximately on Page A6 last month of his life at Tomorrows Please see BIKE on Page AS
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By Susan C. Moeler the end of the scale rather than the for six years; she is married with two SENIOR REPORTER entire timeline for an educator and children and serves as a tee-ball team Music • Movement • Art Ages 12 months-5years LYNDHURST — In Lyndhurst, the additional investment in education manager in Lyndhurst little League. four candidates are vying for three and time it takes for that individual to open seats on the district's Board of achieve their top scale. Do you believe contracts for admin- SUMMER SESSION Education. Voters are also being asked istrators should include provisions to approve a $32.4 million budget, • James Hooper, 44, is an insurance that unused sick or vacation time APRIL 26 - JUNE 26 with an attendant $31.1 million tax lines specialist for Insurance Services not be rolled over? levy, 7 percent more than last year. Office (ISO), Inc. Hooper, the only I don't necessarily disagree with 28 GLEN RD., RUTHERFORD, NJ 973-783-1537 Cuts in aid from the state pushed incumbent in the race, is married having sick and vacation time being www.loddltrslnmotlon.coin this year's proposed tax levy beyond with five children and has lived in rolled over, but there should be a cap. the 4-percent increase typically Lyndhurst for almost 16 years. In addi- I would like to see it more reflective to allowed by law, and a handful of lay- tion to serving on the Board since how this topic is handled in the private 395 Washington Avenue offs are planned. Teachers from the 2007, Hooper is a Roosevelt School sector. Carlstodt, Ml 07072 district, who signed a new contract in PTA member, member of the Sons of ECONO LODGE Phone: 201 935 4600 December, refused to accept a salary the American Legion, Post 139, mem- Do you believe in sharing services BY CHOICE HOTELS Fax: 201 935 0264 freeze in exchange for more aid from ber of the Knights of Columbus and with town government in order to the state. Little League coach. save money? Shared services between the town- Absolutely. The point is to get the ship and school system continue to Do you believe a minimal tax job done at the least possible cost. SPECIAL RATES (""""^SSJHdl I figure prominently in local decision- increase is satisfactory, or will you Shared services are the most ideal way AVAILABLE U7JjflEw making and budgets. The district, strive for a zero-percent increase? for a small town such as Lyndhurst to PIEASE CALL HOTEL Mjfj^ffThriHl I 1 through shared-services agreements I have three children in the school get "more bang for the buck." Shared with the Board of Commissioners, has district, and with that in mind, I don't services are the taxpayer's best friend. FO« ADDITIONAL • HHI ^^P| Convenient gained the use of a pool, office build- want to see everything we've worked INFORMATION •• 9BE.' •__£3 NYC Access ing, recreation center with classroom on to improve this district thrown out What are the strengths of the edu- space and K-3 school building. The because we have a governor (whom cational experience in Lyndhurst? HOTEL AMENITIES new facilities have allowed for special I supported) who wants to use the In Lyndhurst, community and edu- • Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast RCX)MS AVAILABLE FOR • • Free Wireless Internet Access education students to be taught in local boards to fight his fightwit h thecation are important topics and I'd • Microwave and fridge Lyndhurst, as opposed to out of dis- unions. ... While I support several of say that is our strongest point. ... We : • Coffee maker trict. If all goes according to the plan his reforms, I don't agree this is the have to educate our students more effi- $30.. • Hairdryer/Alarm Clock developed by Mayor Richard DiLascio, way to get there. I've said this before ciently. That means, improving educa- • Cable Television a middle school will also be built — I was elected in 2007 and say it tion while still reducing spending. ... ; Weekly Specials Available '• • Free local colls through an economic redevelopment today — to reduce property taxes the It is clear that we need to invest in the program. state government needs to change how school facilities themselves, which will For more answers and information, they distribute state aid. I don't really allow us to lower the operating costs. visit nmnv.IjeaderNewspapers.net. believe any tax increases are satisfac- Investing in the buildings will improve tory, but a zero-percent increase would the teaching experience so we can bet- • James Cunniff, 53, is a transporta- go beyond just hurting the teachers ter deploy our teachers. This is where Turning Age 65? tion and logistics executive. Married, and severely harm the children in the real cost of education is. Some may with three daughters, he has lived in Lyndhurst. say that the cost of investing is counter- Lyndhurst for 27 years. He is a mem- intuitive to savings, but that can't be Call for your ber of Queen of Peace Church, the Do you believe teachers are over- further from the truth. If the cost sav- Parent Teacher Association and the paid, underpaid or that their sala- ings realized in operating expenses are Medicare Ancient Order of Hibernians. ries are right on target'* greater than cost to finance the invest- In my opinion, a great teacher is ment it's a win for both the taxpavers What plans do you have to keep never overpaid, and a poor teacher and the students. supplement nepotism out of the hiring process? is always overpaid. I think the issue to In recent years, the revision of eth- the public is that most teachers receive Elaine Stella, 57, is an accounts pay- quote ics laws has eliminated any favoritism a raise every' year and have very good able associate for a first-aid product of family members in employment that benefits. Many workers in the private manufacturer. Stella, although not are related to board members. Having sector have experienced little or no an incumbent, has served two other participated in a principal selection raises, as well as cuts to their health terms on the Lyndhurst School Board. committee for the newest grammar benefits and pensions over the past She is married with two adult sons school principal. I am confident in decade. ... That's why I believe public and has lived in Lyndhurst for 45 the professional and objective manor employees should have to contribute years. Stella is a member of the Civil in which this individual was chosen. toward their benefits like I do in the Emergency Response Team and the Collectively, a representative group of private sector. Neighborhood Crime Watch. professionals, parents, colleagues and administrators worked collaboratively What are the strengths of the edu-Why should voters pick you? to rate and choose the best candidates. cational experience in Lyndhurst? I have experience, knowledge. (1 We have plenty of great, dedicat- am) independent and research infor- Should contracts for administra- ed teachers and administrators who mation before voting and have been tors include provisions that unused care about the students. There are involved for 30 years. sick or vacation time not be rolled board members who want to keep the over? momentum going toward better educa- Do you believe a minimal tax The benefit to a district ... is totional opportunities. We have a mayor increase is satisfactory, or will you have the employee present and active and commissioners who want to work strive for a zero-percent increase? in their position daily. Private-sector with the School Board because they With state aid cut, to lower revenues employment provides compensato- realize the children are our future. We and higher expenses, I would look into ry time on an as-needed basis with owe much to the parents and families con soli dation of goods and senices limitations. It is counterproductive to of Lyndhurst who have made it such with other school districts. Eliminate encourage sick employees to come to a great town. I speak to people who wasteful spending and non-essential the workplace. The excessive reward- come in to observe various programs spending. I would strive for a zero- ing of time at current rates for earned in our schools, and the conversation percent budget during economic bad The use of technology is quickly becoming the primary ih. I always comes back to the kids. They times. means of bullying and harassment, particularly among ado- port. tell us what great kids we have. This lescents. This workshop will explore how the blending of means we have great parents, guard- Do you believe teachers are over- technology and adolescent development creates a potent Do you believe teachers are over- ians, grandparents and a wonderful paid, underpaid or that their sala- and dangerous combination Learn strategies to help ado- paid, underpaid or that their sala- caring community. ries are right on target? lescents evaluate their on-line behaviors and understand ries are right on target? Teat hers salaries are right on tar- how the strong need for status ana social connection in On a dollar-for-dollar basis on time • Christine Melleno, MK, is a benefits get. adolescence increase the likelihood of risk-taking. in the classroom, teachers are paid a administrator for New York Athletic Parents & Non-professionals Welcomel competitive wage. We tend to look at Club. Melleno has lived in Lvndhurst Contact Susan at - Registration & Payment is Required ~ seating is limited! 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Babe Ruth Baseball team, assistant for 17 years and has two children, carier, OKeefe added, it's are two open spots on.the North head coach and recruiter for die both in North Arlington schools. something that die has con- Arlington Board of Education. •Jotcph A. Ricciardelli, 66, works Rutgers-Newark Baseball team, He is the past president, vice sidered for a while. Incumbents Sharon Granell and in property facility and construction assistant of the NJ Commissioner president and trustee of North . She notified the New Kathy Kartanowicz are not seeking management. He is married with Boys' Biddy Basketball League, Arlington Volunteer Emergency Jersey Department of re-election. Stanley Titterington children who graduated fromth e director of North Arlington Boys' Squad. He is past treasurer of Treasury in January that and Joseph Ricciardelli are run- North Arlington School District. Biddy Basketball League and Harrison Patrolman's Benevolent she might want to begin ning uncontested. He previously served nine years on manager of Queen of Peace CVO Association Local #22. her pension this sum- On March 29, the Board of die Board, but because of job com- Baseball team. He attended Queen He coached in the North mer, according to Debbie Education approved its proposed mitments and time restraints chose of Peace High School and Fairleigh Arlington Recreational Soccer Booker, spokeswoman for budget at a total of $25.8 million, not to seek re-election. "He'was vice Dickinson University Association for 10 years. He is the the Treasury. with an approximate $21.4 million president of the Bergen County current committee member of the During the recent bud- rax levy. The tax levy is a 10.31 per- Senior Babe Ruth Baseball League, • Stanley Titterington, 43, has North Arlington Boy Scouts Troop get meeting, some people cent increase over last year. vice president and head coach of been a police officer in Harrison #120. expressed concern about Both candidates only offered the North Arlington 16-18 Senior for 15 years. He has been married —Jennifer Vazquez / Reporter O'Keefe's compensation. But, those comments, part of the territory for a super- intendent of schools, did s not prompt the retirement v It- ^ w '*! decision, O'Keefe said. SPRING VALUES "I have always been very comfortable with my salary," O'Keefe continued, adding LOUIE'S that in the private sector, 6 DAYS ONLY she would probably be paid three times as much as she Build Something Together' Prices valid 4/14/10 - 4/19/10 unless otherwise noted. is now. But, choosing edu- cation has allowed her to make a difference, O'Keefe said. "I think my compensa- VALUE! tion was fair, and I don't now have any regrets," she con- 98 cluded. $4 gallon When her time in Rutherford is finished, was*6" O'Keefe won't stick the bor- Assorted Rhododendron ough with a big bill. She •Choose from will be compensated for the several varieties 20 vacation days she earned •Morning sun and during the 2009-10 school afternoon shade year, O'Keefe said. •Height and bloom color varies with She will also be paid $50 species #93507 per day for approximate- ly 100 unused sick days, the total, approximately $5,000, is well below the $15,500 maximum set out in O'Keefe's contract. "My compensation was kept very reasonable," O'Keefe said, in reference to the district's caps on sick 48 time reimbursement and $5 gallon per diem rates for those Assorted unused days. Perennials •Returns year after People need to under- year 'Bloom time stand that "we are not all varies with species ... money grubbers," she •Dianthus shown added. #96041 Emerald Green Arborvrtae O'Keefe's current con- •Evergreen shrub keeps its emerald green color in Mature plants shown. tract, on which her pension winter •Full sun 'Grows up to 15'H x 4W #102976 Actual plant material at will be based, began July store may vary. 1, 2007, and runs through June 30, 2012. A salary adjustment was specified for 2008, giving O'Keefe $180,639 per year. TnVfinal adjustment, for 2010-12, was k to be determined by nego- Sfttrnkm tiations with the Board. O'Keefe began her teaching career in 1972 at Rutherford High School, VALUE! wm^m where she taught social studies and coached three MiawH.lY^;i:J:l[H*l 97 girls' sports. Then, she left 32 o the district for other jobs was in Tenafly, Pequannock was*9" 5.000 ,o,b, Ortho Weed-B-Gon MAX and Dumont. But eventu- Sq. 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Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. : Passaic River. Reorganization Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. June 7, 2010 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. GARBAGE: Continued allowed to dispose of two of the borough's plan begin- Aug. 23, 2010 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. from Page Al cans < >r Iai ge bags of gar- ning on June 1, because he Public Meeting Board of Education Office 7:30 p.m. bage for hee even week, anticipates having to polite Sept. 20. 2010 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. ping garbage pickup for with a fee charged for any- his Dumpster to make sure Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. businesses will prove costly thing bevond ihat amount. that other businesses aren't Oct. 18, 2010 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. latei on. I he fees would, in turn, dumping their trash in it. Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. "We"i v looking .u ii in help offset the borough's It's going to be difficult lei niv of whai [he impact t osr to dump the waste. for restaurants, Feucik said. Nov. 22. 2010 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. will be on the business rom- "You ai e singling out the "I don't know if the munii\. Keen si i .i-Bryant < orumen iai district," said health department is going Dec. 20. 2010 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. said. "And wh.u th.it means Bam- (.offm. of Coffin's to allow them to store gai- Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. foi (he rest til (he town as Hallmark, to DeSalvo. bage." Jan 24,2011 (Mon.) Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. DeNalvo noted that tesi- Another business owner Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. dential seivice is also being suggested that the cost of Feb. 28,2011 (Mon.)* Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. (i arts with an independent < ut io one pickup a week. garbage hauling could be Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. hauler. Park \vrnue could Bm. (.oftin noted, the more easily absorbed il Mar. 28,2011 (Mon.) • • Public Work Session Board of Education Office 6:30 p.m. be ovet i mi with garbage K-sidents ,ue only losing a the Downtown Partnership Public Meeting High School Cafeteria 7:30 p.m. n in ks. t aiiMiig tralfk con- part of then service, while itself, which charges a tee gesiioti .ind luithei deterio- the business t ouimuniu is to eligible businesses, were * Adoption of tentative budget ** Adoption of budge rating borough Mirrts. Bags losing eveivthing. done away with. Note: Action may be taken at Public Work Sessions of garbage < mild be lefi on Balamc." he said. -Take Steve Spano, of Steve and KMMtpz Board Meeting schedule 2010-2011 (adopted 3/29/10 ihe ( ui b .ii diflei CM; limes tile same amount avvav from Andrea's Restaurant, agreed to meet fliflei en! hauling both sides." with the suggestion. "The s KETOKTO „ . and Board of Education' beredoced/eHmtaatedina dedication to their students t . • member. He is the current school budget Our rtrong is second to none. They are WOOWUDGE — There director and two-time past •pedal-education services the heart and soul of our are two open spots on president of the Wood- for students age 3 to 21 district, and worth every the Wood-Ridge Board of Ridge lions Club. are state mandated. I will penny. Education. Voters will also continue to strive to pro- Their influence remains decide on a $16.8 million How will you address vide educators the neces- with us for a lifetime. To budget proposal that carries lower revenue and higher sary resources they need in blame teachers for all of the a $13.56 tax levy (approx- order to provide students a problems in Trenton really imately 5.9 percent more Ve will have to scruti- quality education. isn't fair. than last year). nize our budget line by line, I agree that there is work Due to space and design questioning and re-ques- Do you believe teachers to be done, but to expect limitations, the full answers tioning all of our assump- are overpaid, underpaid the change to happen over- from the candidates cannot tions, making sure that we or that their salaries are night is unrealistic. be published in the news- are still delivering on our right on target? It will take some time. paper. For more answers core mission of providing Where would any of us Making teachers scapegoats —and information (on topics the services necessary for a be without teachers? Can we for budget difficulties has from administrator salaries well-rounded education. really place a value on indi- a direct effect on our stu- Mo the railed Wood-Ridge viduals who help shape our dents. referendum), visit www. Do you believe teachers future leaders? Teachers 'LeaderNnapapers.net are overpaid, underpaid are an invaluable resource Contact Victoria at or that their salaries are — their commitment and 201-438-8700 ; Joseph Biamonte, Jr., 36, right on target? ; is a police officer in Wood- In general, I do not ; Ridge. He is married with believe that teachers are Merwin & Paolazzi ; three children. The incum- overpaid. The problem in ; bent attended Ramapo New Jersey schools are not M&P INSURANCE AGENCY. INC. ; College. He has been a the teachers, it is the over- ; certified DARE instructor regulation and over-legisla- Michael J. Merwin, Anthony L. Paolazzi ^ for the fifth grade for nine tion that stifles innovation, 518 Stuyvesant Ave, Lyndhurst •jyears, and recently began Clockwise, from top left, Joseph Biamonte, Jr., Richard Fallon, economy and thrift. 201-46CV8400 instructing the students. Colleen Sartori and Robert Riccardella Colleen Sartori, 46, is an Call for Your Quote Today! How will you address elementary school educa- Providing Insurance Protection For: ! lower revenue and higher a manager/coach in Wood- period per week before cut- tor in Rutherford. She is Auto, Home, Life, Health, Business, Bonds ' expenses? Ridge Little League and ting a section of a grade married and has three chil- As you know, our bud- co-chair of the PTA spring level therefore affecting dren. She is seeking re-elec- get was presented yesterday fling/egg hunt hundreds of children every tion, having served the last \ and it was not pleasant. This minute of every school day. three years. Sartori received ; Board had to make sever- How will you address Creating much larger class her bachelor degree from al cuts that affected every lower revenue and higher sizes will undoubtedly affect Felician College and mas- ; aspect of our school, includ- expenses? the learning process and ters degree from Montclair ing staff, co-curricular pro- With the large cut of lower state testing scores. State University. grams, sports, supplies and $769,501 in state aid, there ^text books. Every cut made is no doubt that substan- Do you believe teachers How will you address was carefully discussed and tial cuts must be made to are overpaid, underpaid lower revenue and higher what effect it may have on the budget to make up for or that their salaries are expenses? • the district. It definitely was this loss in revenue. It is right on target' The $769,000 (71.1 per- not one of the highlights of where and how these cuts I believe teachers' salaries cent) reduction in state aid this Board. arc made that is extremely are right on target. Many has hit our district quite important. I believe that people do not understand hard. Complicating matters Do you believe teachers we need to consider, as a the great amount of hours was the short notice of this are overpaid, underpaid last possible resort, cuts teachers spend away from reduction, just days prior or that their salaries are that involve creating larger the school planning lessons to the budget submission right on target? class sizes. I think a reduc- and grading papers among deadline. The responsible I believe that the teach- tion of administrative ser- other things. course of action is to care- Want to SAVE 20% ers' salaries in our district vices through cuts or service fully review each compo- are right on target. sharing should be strongly Robert Riccardella. 53. is nent of our budget, making on your Health Insurance Premiums'! considered. Cuts should be a member of the New Jersey sure that we are operating at • Richard Fallon, 39, is a made to non-state-mandat- State Parole Board. He is maximum efficiency while Call JBM Financial senior IT manager at ed programs, such as world married and has three chil- remaining fiscally respon- Outwater Plastics. He is mar- language and library, where dren. Riccardella is a former sible. Keep in mind — state- 201355.2222*201.723.4926 • ried with two children. He is students will be affected one Wood-Ridge councilman mandated programs cannot 294 Park Avenue, Rutherford We're really simplifying checking! 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Suarez, who is single, RUTHERFORD — With with one daughter, has lived its superintendent retiring in Rutherford for 40 years- as of July 1, the Board of Education in Rutherford is Why should voter* pick faced with finding a replace- you on Election Day? ment to lead the district as Voters should pick me it navigates state aid cuts. because I have a long his- Seven people are seeking tory of managing monies election to the Board. Three with accountability to fund- seats are available. ing sources and never hav- The Board of Education ing gone above any budget is asking voters to approve a I developed or worked with. $36.4 million budget, with a tax levy of $34.7 million — 3 With state aid cut this percent more than last year. year, how will you address Due to space and design lower revenues and high- issues, the complete answers er expenses? from the candidates could With state aid cuts, it is be published in the news- Top row, from left to right: imperative that the Board paper. For more answers Matthew Gilson, John Grande, of Education evaluate and Mary Lanni and Kevin assess all aspects of the bud- and information, visit www. McLean. Bottom row, from left LjaderNewspapers. net. to right: Richele Scuro, Sally gets from supplies, heat- Suarez and Frank Wilson. ing and electricity, state- • Matthew Gilson 18, is a required programs, bargain- full-time student at Seton ing with the unions and Hall University. Gilson leaving no step unturned. coaches recreation ^basket- A line-by-line review of the ball and Babe Ruth baseball, budget is essential. and is an assistant director We need to appreciate for Special Angels tennis. dents with. Honors and AP the schools. A strong school and is married with two lenge is — how do we treat the inclusive practices that classes that allow students system means a strong children. McLean is a PTA our teachers fairly and still Rutherford has promulgat- With state aid cut this to earn credit for college Rutherford. member, "soccer dad" and find ways to bring the escala- ed for students with spe- year, how will you address before they set foot on a trustee of Saint Mary parish tion of total employee cost cial-learning needs, but we lower revenues and high- campus not only eases their • Mary E. Lanni is a retired in Rutherford. to a more manageable level. still need to evaluate areas er expenses? workload so they can pursue educator, former high Year-to-year pay increases in special education for We can cut nearly what activities in college, it also school and middle school Why should voters pick and benefits packages are cost containment. We still was cut in state aid by provides them with skills teacher and principal you on Election Day? certainly part of that conver- are required to meet state spending smartly and sim- they can use in their colle- at St. Mary High School, My re-election should be sation. We are currently in regulations and continue ply removing the absurd giate studies. On the Board, Rutherford. Lanni has lived based on my commitment talks wiuh our local bargain- to respect these children's amount of overhead and I would not only advocate in Rutherford for 42 years and experience; I have vol- ing unit and these topics uniqueness and provide administrative COSLS. Anyone keeping the current pro- and is the mother of six chil- unteered my time to the are under negotiation with them with the skills to be who has read the budget grams, I would advocate dren. She has experience Board of Education for the full awareness of community integrated into the com- knows that we spend absurd creating more AP classes to as a pastoral associate for last six years, serving at vari- expectations and state regu- munity to function at their amounts of money on extend to students. adult education at St. Man1 ous times on personnel, cur- lations. highest level. things. On substitute jani- Church in Rutherford. riculum and finance com- tors and grass cutting alone, • John Grande, 49, owns mittees. I have approached • Richele Scuro, 36, is a • Frank Wilson, 51, is an we spend over $100,000. a cafe. Grande, who is mar- Do you believe teachers my Board of Education project manager. She was industrial engineer who is The high school alone ried, has lived in Rutherford are overpaid, underpaid duties as important and seri- appointed to the Board married with two children spends over $15,000 a year for 12 years. or that their salaries are ous service to my commu- in July 2009 to fill the and two grandchildren. on magazines, which stay right on target? nity. My first responsibility unexpired term of Karen His experience includes untouched on the shelves. With state aid cut this Teachers will never be (is) to our children, and I Williams. She is engaged the Rutherford Finance Even if we determine keep- year, how will you address overpaid because their value believe I have demonstrated and has lived in Rutherford Committee. ing them is necessary, an lower revenues and high- is immeasurable. However, a balanced approach to pre- for approximately two and a online subscription would er expenses? they are being compensated serving the traditional excel- half years. Why should voters pick you be much cheaper. But, no We will do a line-by-line more justly in recent years lence of Rutherford schools on Election Day? one wants to look for solu- on not only the budget but but they still seem to have to while being fiscally respon- Why should voters pick If the voters choose me tions, just the easy way out all expenses to make sure fight for it. sible to the taxpayers, of you on Election Day? to be their elected official, of putting it on the taxpay- we are not overpaying and which I am certainly one. I would like to be select- it would be because I can ers. We pay nearly $25,000 that there is zero waste. We What aspects of the ed as a trustee on the Board create a budget that will not to st'iid teachers to work- should look into local busi- Rutherford school system Do you believe teachers so that I can utilize my expe- increase their taxes while shops, and pay not only over ness owners to see if things do you think are most are overpaid, underpaid rience as a current trustee, a being able to keep all pro- $100,000 for the superinten- needed can be donated to critical in maintaining the or that their salaries are student, a professional and grams and personnel intact. dent to haw a useaich assis- chools id district's reputation for right on target? a member of the community Over the last 10 years our tant; we also pay another any fund-raisers are the best excellence? I think there is a differ- in order to make decisions Board of Education has $60,000 to give her a secre- to bring funds in. The Rutherford school ence between overpaid and with the best interest of our raised taxes nine times, and tary. ... We do not have to svstem has excellent leader- highly compensated. We children and our families of out debt services payments cut any of the pi ograms that What aspects of the ship in its superintendent, have teachers in the begin- Rutherford in mind. are still over $1.5 million a the Board proposed or the Rutherford school system building principals and ning of their careers that year. massive amount of layoffs do you think are most Board. I believe thai vision are paid at moderate levels Will you approve a bud- the\ haw asked toi if we critical in maintaining the and good planning will help and they certainly are not get that includes a tax With state aid cut this simply stai ted In mi the top. district's reputation for those administrators main- overpaid. As with any pro- levy on local residents? year, how will you address excellence? tain the outstanding reputa- fession, we have individuals Do you believe a minimal lower revenues and high- What aspects of the All aspe< is of ihe school tion of its schools. That is who, by achievement and tax increase is satisfac- er expenses? Rutherford school system system are critical in main- what I will ( ontribuie, length of service, have risen tory, or will you strive for The expenses do not have do you think are most taining oui reputation loi to the top of a pay guide a zero-percent increase? to be higher. If you look at critical in maintaining the excellence. Once you start • Kevin McLean. 33, is and are highly compensat- I will always strive for a the budget there are line district's reputation for making cuts and getting a quality manager foi an ed. Among these one could zero-percent increase. The items that have increased excellence? rid of programs it weakens inlet national < ompanv in likely argue that some may severity of the state aid cuts but do not have to increase. The i rovvn jewel of the (he whole system. 1 will pro- the phaTmac eutical indus- be overpaid — but I think prevented us from achiev- I would trim those items. Ruthei lord sc hool system ie< i it with a new vision of try. McLean, an incumbent, that is a minority of cases in ing that goal this year. is die preparation lot < <>l- loial community, a vision is set-king a ihiid term. He Rutherford. Contact Susan al lege ,ind life we pi ovide slu- to get tvemine involved in has lived in Ruthei ford. For me the bigger chal- Sally Tevis Suarez, 66, is a 201-438-8700 agi > I < ida\, the bike-a-thon mav entire body goes through what is students) ate 3,000 vegetables in jumped, water-skied, snow-skied BIKE: Continued from tia\el the same route, but it lias Motto nj^pof By John Soltes / Editor in Chief ood movies are good. Bad mo\^ researcher and love-starved lady find a ies are bad. Really good movies stranded atoll taken over by a man-beast FEATURING THE ORIGINAL CAST OF MYSTfRY SCIENCE THEATER 3000! are memorable, and really bad who is terrifying the local villagers. movies aren't half bad. "It features the worst movie monster in _ - —- * — ^ < The original cast of "Mystery movie history," Hodgson offers as a winning Science Theater 3000," the endorsement. Gbeloved cult TV show that smartly joined About half the movies that Cinematic comedy with a science Fiction premise, Titanic riffs on is secured through copyright knows really bad movies well. They've been negotiations; the other half is usually in the .Cinematic, 2010 making fun of them and offering up their public domain. witty asides — known as "riffing" — for Though there is an improvisational feel years. But the laughs are no longer rel- to the entire night of entertainment, the LIVE egated to the boob tube, live audiences riffs are timed and scripted. "We work really in have been experiencing Cinematic Titanic hard on writing the scripts," he said. "But HI (essentially "MST3000" minus the robot the audience always reacts differently, so ail TOUR!! characters) for the last few years and will we have to respond to that. Trace might do get the chance to see the riffmeisters in a joke that gets a really big laugh, and it'll New York City at the Nokia Theatre on April blow out the set up for my joke. Sometimes 17 (on April 16, the cast will perform at we are doing a lot of editing live." Princeton's McCarter Theatre). The comedians all live in different places, Joel Hodgson, who created "MST3000," so they begin a riff script by watching mov- recently spoke with The Leader about all ies separately and then conjoining all their is things good about dealing with all things material. "We've worked enough together , JUa^aB bad. that we can work separately." "The big difference is Cinematic Titanic This slightly odd form of entertain- W ^»^ «BSy. 'aW is live," Hodgson said during a phone inter- ment had a slightly odd creation in the view. "We're not holding the puppets or 1970s. Hodgson remembers listening to wearing the costumes. We're us as writers Elton John's album, "Goodbye Yellow Brick and performers doing a concert of movie Road." There was one song — "I've Seen riffing." that Movie, Too" — that gave him an ^^^L^aV.^^ * *^ \ $. Hodgson is joined on stage by cast mem- image of people sitting in a movie theater bers Trace Beaulieu, J. Elvis Weinstein, in silhouette. "I remember looking at that r Frank Conniff and Mary Jo Pehl. The five and saying to myself that this would make a actors position themselves near the bottom really great television show," he said. - „ • *' •«• \ I of the movie screen and essentially watch After years of working as a stand-up the film along with the audience, offering comedian, appearing on David Letterman's up jokes along the way. The movies are not late-night talk show and "Saturday Night award-winning dramas or artsy foreign fare. Live," Hodgson decided to change gears # ^ -O They are usually flicks populated by claw- and found himself with an opportunity to ing aliens, nasty vampires, a Santa Claus develop a television series. "I thought of that looks to conquer the Martians and, of that idea when I was in high school and course, the Wasp Woman. kind of developed it from there." "There is a certain profile that a bad From that original seed has grown a new movie has to have," Hodgson said. "We're universe of riffing on cult classics — an idea really collaborating with the movies to kind that continues to grow. of create this new art form. ... We're sand- "I want to do it for as long as I can." wiched between a bad movie and an audi- ence." Cinematic Titanic will perform April 16 at TRACE BEAULIEU FRANK CONNIFF JOEL HODGSON The Princeton show will be a fan favor- Princeton '$ McCarier Theatre and April 17 at ite night, where the audience chooses the New York City's Nokia Theatre. For more infor- MARY JO PEHL J. ELVIS WEINSTEIN movie ("kind of like Phish doing a classic mation, visit www.cinematictitanic.com. album," Hodgson said with a laugh). For the New York City engagement, Cinematic TOP. CINEMATIC TITANIC Titanic will dust off "Danger on Tiki Island," BOTTOM, FILE PHOTOS a touching story of an atomic bomb test in the South Pacific that creates an iso- lated world of ter- ror. In the tale, a Peace Corps volunteer, 201-939-3002 • 201-935-6888 780 Paterson Ave. E. 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Environmental Center, Union Ave., Rutherford. . GFWC Lyndhurst • Rutherford Special Needs DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst. 8 liors silent auction for the Parent Network's afternoon p.m. 201-636-4022. • Lyndhurst Health thquake victims in Chile, of yoga and zumba fitness • Lyndhurst Public Library Department with Clara lior Center, Cleveland to benefit autism awareness. class on how to begin growing Maass Medical Center otters enue in Lyndhurst. 7 p.m. Kip Center, 55 Kip Ave., your own herbs and to spice free prostate screening to all 3. 908-872-.1527 or 201- Rutherford. 12 p.m. 201-438- up your menu. 7 p.m. 355 male Lyndhurst residents age 5-9181. 9229. Donations accepted. Valley Brook Ave., Lyndhurst. 40 years and over on April 29 . 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Bob and The DOJO's staff are model Leaders of the Week. They are people who are working to solve problems and teach lessons to the people of the local area. They chal- lenge us all to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Have someone you'd like to nominate? E-mail The Leader at [email protected]. 'Pulse of Ihe Meadowkmds"® Teterboro • Wood-Ridge • Carlstadt • East Rutherford • Life goes faster than you think Rutherford • Lyndhurst • North Arlington Nature is truly a phenomenon. I remembered when I was a little boy "Don't blink. Just like that you're 6 Established 1894 Over the last few weeks, bulbs have and my grandmother herself would years old and you take a nap and you, The top weekly mailed circulation in South Bergen emerged from the earth in an explo- bring me to that very spot to put flow- wake up and you're 25 and your high 9 Lincoln Avenue, Rutherford, New Jersey 07070 sion of color, trees have sprouted buds ers on my grandfather's grave. 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Newsstands nature has blessed us with something THE hundred years goes faster than you in Wood-Ridge, Belleville, Carlstadt, Clifton, East Rutherford, Hasbrouck else — mild temperatures and pictur- think, so don't blink." Heights, Kcamy. Little Ferry, Lyndhurst, Moonachie, North Arlington, Nutley, esque blue skies. VIEW This April I'll be turning 35 years Rutherford, Secaucus and Wellington. Total circulation 35.870. While many of us haven't the oppor- old — a surprise to me since I still For advertising, call 201-43&-8700 x 210 or 201-310-5161.For editorial & clas- tunity to revel in such weather condi- ROM view myself as being in my mid-20s. sifieds, call 201-43&-8700. The Leader Newspaper publishes every Thursday. tions during the day, a spring evening This May I'll be married for nine years Circulation verified by United States Postal Service. can be just as beautiful. It's during that HERE — even though I still remember the Subscription $36 via standard mail. time when my wife and I abandon our details of diat day as if it occurred last hectic schedules for an evening stroll weekend. It's funny how time stands Send check to: The Leader Newspaper around town. And though it certainly still for certain events in our minds. P.O. Box 71 has its health benefits, in truth the Sometimes I think the brain plays a Rutherford, NJ. 07070 walk is an opportunity to enjoy each cruel joke on us all — allowing us JoAim Mrrklinglum. Chri. Nddenberg AngeklWfe, other's company while discussing the sad feeling tug at my heart, I was now to believe that events only happened Publisher li JemiltoVuqur. Classifieds Executive highlights of each other's days. there to see her. yesterday. Sadly, a quick glance in the Advertising Director Victoria Scctanm CtriFmd One particular evening, we found I immediately noticed her head- mirror reveals that yesterday was a very jokn V. Suite. Reporters Carol Roneo ourselves passing by the local cemetery stone appeared weathered from the long time ago. Editor in Chief jam Dmnbnnxti Executive Managers where my grandparents are buried. elements — which surprised me since The blossoming bulbs, budding WtakVuillM Sports Cotumnist Aim Marie McCarthy Admittedly, I hadn't visited this sacred it hadn't been that long since her pass- trees and growing grass are all yearly Production 0/Design KjraBurt* Executive Administrator and final resting place since my grand- ing. But when my eyes saw the year of occurrences. Yet I feel like I just wit Manager EtetuStbni mother was laid to rest. I'm a firm her death chiseled into the polished nessed this phenomenon of nature, SonCModkr ButaAUaodtoala believer that while our bodies might stone, I realized it had in fact been five and yet here it is again. Sadly, before Senior reporter RaaPetok still be inhabiting the earth, our spirit years since she died. 1 questioned this you know it, we'll be carving the. Senior Account Executives NJPA is not. Instead I like to think that the reality for the elapsed time seemed Thanksgiving turkey or decorating faithfully departed are floating above much less, but it was at that moment the Christmas tree saying things like, Letters to the Editor policy: The deadline for letters is 5 p.m. on Fridays, our heads — keeping a watchful eye when I realized just how quickly time "where has the time gone?" In mis for the following week's publication. All letters should be e-mailed to editor* over those they loved so dearly. escapes us. crazy, fast-paced world we're living inj UademeuapapmnA Please include your name, phone number and address. But after my wife's urging, I found In the days following my visit to remember to take the time to enjoy The Leader reserves the right to edit stories for AP style, grammar and design myself walking through the wide open every part of your life — big or small. purposes. Letters should be no longer than 250 words. the cemetery, I came across an appli- Advertising disclaimer. The publisher reserves the right to refuse, cancel iron gates — toward a headstone cable song by country crooner Kenny Because if aging has taught me any* or reclawiry any advertising copy or illustration at any time, whether or not the whose location I instantly recalled. Chesney. The inspirational lyrics are thing it's that the years truly do go by same has already been acknowledged and/or previously published. Standing atop the fresh, green gran, as follows: much faster than you think. - I B4 THE LEADER variety of expenditures that you financed it •> you can watched and" listened to opportunity to Wt' their voices be heard before a LETTERS: Continued MASSA RESPONDS TO were considered for reduc- •prow* ,nc "payments over Elaine for yean. I've also from Pa^e 83 tion. Many parents and malty year*. That u logical served with heron the Board ipedal Ktsion of the mayor OEBEMO citizens of Rutherford were since you plan to be in your of Education fo/ three yean. and council. The group of COMPOST QUESTION TO THE EDITOR: in attendance. The BOEhome for significant peri- I don't think I've ever met young female athlete*, par- The comments of NJMC answered questions asked od of time. Well, Lyndhurst a more negative person in ents, coaches and sponsors FORDELVECCHK) Executive Director Bob by the public and listened is going to be here too and my enfire life. So, for her to were graciously allowed to TO THE EDITOR: Ceberio were disturbing and to comments. Each of the I want to make sure that it call someone negative was inform the ejected govern- I am writing in response unproductive in a recent PTA units led by their PTA does not crumble. That's truly amazing. If you are her ing body and concerned to Susan C Moeller's arti- edition of your publication. president then met to dis- why I want smart leaden political opponent and say citizens of the overcrowding cle: "Rutherford trashes a Unlike Ceberio, I must cuss the presentation and in charge who can make "white," she'll say "black." on die only Softball facility garbage day." In the arti- face the public as an elected vote on whether to support sure that our taxes don't go Say "up" and she'll say the borough offers to die 16 cle, Rutherford Recycling official and stand for elec- this budget through the roof. "down." (Think Groucho teams who call Allan Park Coordinator Sharon tion on my resume and The state cut funding If a project improves our Marx as Professor Wagstaff their home. ' DelVecchio encourages resi- record as it applies to my to Rutherford by $1.8 mil- township or helps to lower in "Horse Feathers" when To solve die current dents to compost their food management of this com- lion. Difficult analyses, pro- operating costs, why in the he sang "Whatever it is, I'm overcrowding conditions on waste. While I entirely sup- munity. posed cuts and decisions world would you not finance against it") the Softball field, members port recycling, it is some- It is disappointing that were made by the BOE. In it? Maybe Stella would like In the role of gadfly of the E-Board have pro- what confusing to hear a Ceberio would air his dis- the beginning of the bud- to ignore the problems and that she's tried to carve posed erecting low impact town official encourage resi- pleasures in a letters col- get cycle, the BOE vowed let the township crumble out for herself, she'd have LED lighting to lengthen dents to risk violating the umn than simply pick up to keep the tax increase as around us. I do not That you believe the Board of available practice time and borough code. Specifically, the phone and call the bor- low as possible and retain has absolutely nothing to do Education is acting improp- game schedules. The fieldi s on the town Web site, one ough to discuss his views as many jobs as possible. with politics and everything erly in entering into shared- also used by football, cheer- can learn from section 89-4 on redevelopment here in We hope they continue to to do with what is right for service agreements. Or, that leading and various other of the Sanitary Code that... North Arlington. manage this district with Lyndhurst. There is too die Board of Commissioners local groups. All too often "No person or persons Appointed bureaucrats that objective as we move much at stake to play games. was doing something wrong coaches are forced to find a shall cause or aid in causing have the luxury of timean d forward. Anna Mot.ro in not making draconian patch of grass somewhere at the deposit or accumulation political insulation from the The PT Council and Lyndhurst cuts to a defeated school Roosevelt School or County of any decaying animal or public's wrath. I do not. School PTAs voted to sup- budget. That's not the case. Park to practice on requiring vegetable matter, foul liq- For being mayor is port the Rutherford Board Those things are within the the use of imaginary pitch- scope of responsibilities of ers' mounds, make-believe uids or other offensive mat- about leadership and mak- of Education budget for ELAINE, BE HONEST ter in the form of rubbish, ing tough choices in the 2010-2011 School year. the respective boards and base lines, puddles of water garbage or offal in or upon face of the stiff opposition We urge you all to get out TO THE EDITOR: part of the process. The on the driest of days and, any lot, street or highway, I encountered from the and vote April 20. How can Elaine Stella problem was that Elaine if that isn't enough, gnats, or in or upon any public NJMC over the EnCap deba- Mary Cairns, PT Council honestly say that she cares didn't like the results. So, rats and what we think are or private place until the cle. Opposition so steep I President; Caltry Baviello, for taxpayers when she led a she'd have you believe that woodchucks. same shall become or be was forced to seek a legal VP; Denis* Bibeau, charge to waste hundreds of something wrong was done Four residents living in likely to become hazardous inquiry from then-U.S. thousands of dollars? whenever she doesn't like homes boarding the park to health, or until the same Attorney Chris Christie, now Treasurer; Cheryl Spodaro, The farce that Elaine the results. spoke in opposition to the shall, by reason of offensive our governor. Corresponding Secretary; championed cost the school Elected officials have installation of lights citing odors, become a source of This community walked Madtyn Mignone, Recording district easily a half a million to make tough decisions. increased use of the park discomfort to persons living alone and without support Secretory; Undo Tobachuk, dollars. She took money That's why we need peo- as a "quality of life issue." or passing in the vicinity from the NJMC as well as High School PTA President; from taxpayers and it did ple who are problem solv- Residents reported expe- thereof." other county and state offi- Denise Coradini, Union not go to the betterment of ers and consensus builders. riencing overflow parking I believe our recycling cials who were all told by School PTA President; the schools. To make mat- Stella is not one of those into their neighborhood coordinator is well inten- myself as well as others that Catherine O'Keefe, ters worse, this waste was people. and elevated noise levels tioned; however, when EnCap was a bad deal that Washington School PTA built in to the budget so William J. Bamaskas during special events, both every year Elaine's folly cost issues which should be advising residents to com- lacked any support from President; Regina BueH, Lyndhurst post, perhaps we need to anyone here in the bor- the taxpayers more money. immediately addressed. also provide guidelines on ough. Pienepont School PTA Elaine does not support Offers and concessions President; Jacqueline Tobin, safe composting. For it was myself and our students. Elaine does SOFTBALL NEEDS A were offered by members of John Swanson Councilman Steve Tanelli Lincoln School PTA President not care about the taxpay- the E-Board for both sides Rutherford HOME to coexist peacefully. In Rutherford as well as Councilman Mark ers. One begs to ask the Yampaglia who did what was question — why the cha- TO THE EDITOR: our current economic cli- necessary to stop the siege rade? And why does Elaine Two weeks ago more mate of 10-percent unem- STELLA IS UNREALISTIC ployment and ever rising WHAT IS NA GOP of EnCap, eminent domain have such a desire to ruin than 200 parents and chil- seizure and low income TO THE EDITOR: our community? dren involved with North DOING? housing. In all three instanc- Democracy and free Elaine, please answer the Arlington Girls Softball Please see LETTERS on TO THE EDITOR: es, Ceberio did not join us. speech are not topics that simple question. Why did League were given the PageB6 The state aid cuts pro- It is this track record of should be joked with. They you take so much money posed by Gov. Christie will non-support at a great legal are hallowed rights and from the taxpayers and have a (hilling effect local expense to this commu- should not be made a mock- not improve the educa- UNITED CAPITAL LENDERS government, which will nity that this municipality ery of. tion in our school district? LOW RATE MORTGAGES result in higher taxes for seeks objective, third-party Just because Elaine Stella Outsourcing is a difficult homeowners. counsel as it pertains to the has what can be described topic in a small community; Here in Ninth Arlington, future of this community. as a maniacal obsession with but you clearly chose your the loss of state aid is near- Advice that was support- stopping anything that she friends over students and ly $1.5 million, which will ed and approved in a bipar- does not support, does not taxpayers. affect the public schools tisan basis. translate to a restriction of To make matters worse, and muTiu ipality. North Arlington wants democracy and free speech. Elaine makes narrow-mind- With school taxes already desperately after the failure My concern with Stella's ed accusations to those who rising some 7 percent, the of EnCap to chart its own approach has nothing to do try to keep taxes low and reduction in aid will, in .ill economic course free of the with politics. It is her unpro- improve the community. likelihood, revise these ini- oversight of state agencies ductive style that is trouble- Her actions prove that she tial projections upward. like the NJMC. some to most Lyndhurst res- stands for neither. Compound the loss of I believe we as a com- idents. She has made it clear I've been a member of state aid with the predic- munity have that right to through her actions when the Lyndhurst Taxpayers tion In (louiu ilman ( hris determine our future with she was on the Board that Association for several years Medical Directory Johnson th.it municipal or without the assistance of she has absolutely no regard and cannot believe Elaine To advertise in this section, please call 201-438-8700 taxes will in< tease some the NJMC. That's something for the taxpayers. She has claims to support us. Elaine, ">() pen ent, are we staring Ceberio needs to honor and also made it clear, in mv be honest to both you and down the barrel of the larg- respect. opinion, that she does not the rest of us. JOSEPH TELLA, DMD est propei i\ lax increase in Now we find ourselves support any improvements Thomas A. Di Mascio Gentle Dental Care for the Entire Family North Arlington hisloryr back in the garbage industry to the quality of education Lyndhurst On another note. Not tli with a transfer station agree- in Lyndhurst. Now Available Orthodontic Services Arlington apparently signed ment that falls way short Stella is against shared Provided by Dr. John Om DDS oil on ,i lO-ve.u lease exten- ol previous agreements, yet semces even though it is a I BEUEVE STELLA IS THE NJ Spec. Lie. No. 5252 sion with tlie New Jeisev tile responsibility of han- way to save taxpayers money. For ALL dental needs visit Me.idoulands Commission dling solid waste remains NEGATIVE ONE Why is she so against sa\ing our modern, updated office at f oi ,u < epthig IOIKI waste the same. I cannot in good money for the same exact TO THE EDITOR: opei .itions heie in the bor- a deal service.-' Is saving money I am a member of 197 Ridge Rd., North Arlington 1201-998-2821 ough a I .i drastit allv i educed that may only have a limited anti-democratic? That's just the Lyndhurst Board of "Whiten teeth in 45 minutes with Zoom Whitening" levenur fee than in the past. etle< t on the future eco- wrong. Education writing as an indi- At < oi fling to press nomit stability of my com- It is also bailling as to whv vidual, not a board member, repot (s, Noi ill Ai lington munity. she is so against financing about a letter to the editor Orthodontics for Adults, Teens and Children i ec eived SI million foi sim- Noi tli Arlington is the projects that improve from Elaine Stella, a can- Ksist KuthiTi'ortf. Iliivonnc.Jcrsi^ (il\ pl\ hosiing the lulei fa< iliu drowned out bv the poli- our community and lower didate for the Lyndhurst 1 k.ir l'.,mlain.aii,l IntKiilliun \|,|,li.m,, v ;i, in the pievimis agi rrmeni. tic and partisanship that our operating costs. When Board of Education. Stella IT initial (uiiMill.iliiin. Minillil\ puMllrnt plai This i\ no longei the < ase. seems to dominate that our water pipes burst or sew- was writing in response to I \ riling an PHOTO, ERA JUSTM ERA Justin Realtor professionals were recently awarded with the New Jersey Association of Realtors 2009 Circle of Excellence Bronze Award. Left to right, Fara Espandi, Monii (Matthew) Hanna, Carol Calamari, Jennifer Darby South Bergen Sports Roundup Metzger, Glenn Elliot, Kristen Davis and Rosemarie Zembryski By James Dambrowsld RUTHERFORD — Each year nity building inspectors for the SPORTS COLUMNIST the New Jersey Association of final certificate of occupancy and The North Arlington Junior Realtors honors its top producers other varied inspectors. Add to Vikings Basketball team won the in sales and listings sold. Based the mix hand-delivery of docu- area Recreation Basketball League upon Realtor production with ments, dozens of hours on the Championship with a perfect 15-0 focus to detail, agents throughout phone with buyers and sellers record. They defeated Rutherford New Jersey are awarded for their and only then can one appreci- in the title game 46-22. Coach outstanding efforts. ate the value of this outstanding Brian Kearns, a lifelong North It is important to recognize NJAR award. Our best-of-the-best Arlington resident, is having a year remarkable achievements of the 2009 Circle of Excellence Bronze to remember on the recreational best-of-the-best because of the winners include, Fara Espandi, sports level. Kearns also guided positive impact that these award Monir (Matthew) Hanna, the Junior Vikings Football team achievers have on their buyers, Carol Calamari, Jennifer Darby to the Super Bowl championship their sellers and the communities Metzger, Glenn Elliot, Kristen and the undefeated CYO basket- in which they conduct their daily Davis and Rosemarie Zembryski. ball team. real estate business. We are extremely proud of their In photo (kneeling) is Peter Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty ERA Justin Realty team efforts. Guerriero, Cody Paparelli and broker and co-owner, offered per- Each year they exceed buyer and Michael Paolello. sonal accolades to the ERA Justin seller expectations. They are truly In the second row is Joel Silva, Realty team of sales professionals Realtors of choice and would love Steven Velez, Kevin Cerqueira, and stated, "When you examine to be your Realtor." Brian Kearns, Brady Marinho and the structure of each real estate All ERA Justin Realty full ser- Brian Costello. transaction, one can appreciate vice Realtors can be reached at In the last row is Coach the reasons why these fine sales- either of their two Rutherford Norberto Velez, Coach Brian professionals have been awarded. offices at 118 Jackson Ave. and "Bubba" Kearns and Head Coach There are groups of individu- 57 Park Ave. By office phone and President of Viking Basketball, als involved, including buyers, 201-939-7500, 201-438-0588 or Michael Costello. Not in photo is Cody Paparelli plays Little League. In other news... sellers each with their attorney, 201-438-SOLD. View thousands of Coach Jeremy Joseph. Michael Paolello was on the Super The New Jersey Devils(48-27-7) mortgage lenders, appraisers homes at ummj.ERAJustin.com and The team and coaches were rec- Bowl team and plays Little League. won the Atlantic Division title in and underwriters, home, termite ivww.ERAJustinl&aUy. com ognized by the mayor and council Joel Silva plays Little League and the Eastern Conference of the and radon inspectors, commu- — Submitted press release recently at the monthly council won the Little League World NHL and will face the Flyers in the meeting in front of a standing Series last year as a member of opening round of the NHL play- room only crowd. Newly appoint- the Cardinals. He also plays on offs. Playing their third season in ed Recreation Director James the Field of Dreams travelling Newark, the Devils have made the Herrmann helped with the rec- team. Steve Velez was a member of playoffs each year but have failed Distinguished locals ognition and proclamation cer- the Super Bowl team and played to get out of the first round. This Immaculate Conception High Matthew Duane, Alexa Gallo, emony. on the CYO undefeated basket- team has a much better defense School, Lodi, Bloustein Scholars George Gayed, Thomas Dellisanti, The outstanding sixth grad- ball team and plays Little League. instilled by their former Stanley for the Class of 2010 —Jacqueline Lauren Beglin, Michael Pettigrew, ers are involved in other sports, Kevin Cerqueira plays Senior Cup champion coach, Jacques Joewono of Carlstadt Mario Bello, Anthony Bono, which is good for overall athletic League baseball. Brian Kearns was Lemaire. North Arlington Jefferson Brittney Cammisa, Courtney development. Playing more than a member of the Super Bowl team, Future Hall of Fame goalie School Students of the Month Dansbach, Maria Economou, one sport at the sixth grade level member of the CVO champions, Martin Brodeur won his fifth of November 2009 — Xiang Melissa Gallo, Alexander Perera is what growing up is all about. Little League and traveling base- Jennings Trophy tying legendary Liu, Cassandra Smethers, Jordan Sacred Heart School, Parents should promote this atti- ball. Brady Marinho plays Little goalie Patrick Roy. The Jennings is Willis, Ethan Dejesus, Sunil Das, Lyndhurst, second honors, first tude, which unfortunately has League and won a championship awarded to the goalie who allows Jaleesha Gutierrez, Christopher trimester — Melissa DeFrancesco, been supplanted by a misguided last season as a Cardinal and is the fewest team goals. Brodeur Stirone, Kameron Francis, Peter Incalcaterra, Danuta attitude that you must concentrate on the traveling baseball team. allowed 191 goals playing in 77 of Spencer Ryan, Briana Fernandez, Mazur, Diana Paterno, Giovanna on one sport to make your child Brian Costello plays Little League 82 games. Tatiana Yared, Victoria Rusman, Cammisa, Andrew Gomes, Terry a star. and was a winning member of the The Devils have not fared well Karlee Rodrigues, Jesse Addeo, Ann Muldoon, Austin Fabiano, The kids on the team and their Cardinals. Coach Velez also coach- against the Flyers, losing five of six Renee King, Brandon Furtado, Paul Marramino, Lea DiPietro, activities are as follows: Peter es Little League. Coach Costello in the regular season. Melissa Rodriguez Rishi Kumarin, Brianna Olivares, Guerriero was on the Super Bowl also coaches the Cardinals in Little North Arlington Jefferson Steven Sprofera, Kelsey Bombon, team and plays Little League. League. — Photo by James Dombrowski School Students of the Month of Patrick O'Keeffe, Raychel December 2009 — Dennis Boyko, Piserchia, Gabrielle Riscanevo, Vansh Parikh, Angela Lin, Denise Nikki Sammartino, Nicole Skelly irrruri' King, Alexa Paparelli, Kaliegh Sacred Heart School, Mernar, Beatriz Borrayo, Gregory Lyndhurst, honorable men- Checo, Kate Jazwinska, Alessandra tion, first trimester — Daniela DVDS $3.9910/S25 Pronti, Jose Dean, Hunter Talone, D'Angelo, Andrea Fernandez- Tiffany Santiago, Brian Murray, Charris.Amaury Gutierrez, Abigail Eric Pace, Marianna Murphy. Lopez, Ben Marguiles, Gabriel Cerebral Palsy of North Jersey Morales, Julia Guglielmelli, Alyssa Employee of the Year Award — Mezzina, David Sabato, Mia Teresa Seidita, Wood-Ridge Ferraioli, Alex Kawalek, Antonella 143WttfclftfftonKvft, BftHovUM,Ml Sacred Heart School, Saldarriaga, Alex Alberti, Elaine Lyndhurst, first honors, first Ruiz, Derek Sabato, Andrew trimester — Francesca Bello, Gonzalez Buying or selling your home? Mini Munchkins opens its doors RealLiving] It's got to be real. HUaWUCKHBGHTat».m HUmOUCKHBOHTI Un^ expanded cape on quiat great a$acanl toWoodlan d Part Hone his Cozy 2 bedroom Colonial ftome features a bwng room, eat in kithen andM been welcared torwit h hardwood Itaors throughout Freshly panted decor «i bath on me rrS floor Second floor has two bedrooms Master has addaxnaj neutralcotors 17«12 lest Swig room. eatHrHotdian, FDR, 3 bedroom. 3 M room far a nursery/waHn doset There is a M basement The property • bathe. Basement is very large and serrrtnutierj <•* a separate entraree beaul!r^maMatrt»ttari»OTganr*t#alo«mlaneMretabut Large yard «• pato. Bonus 1yr Home rj>riw's prcfcoon plan reki*d in 2007 The yard fas a aba and rear terra Great forfhtlmebuye n CNUtWlFMaUOMN larje 2«i»>»«ima>ai.Canbt an extatal tooro property 1 aptf. tmmilt mantneeda«»».t»ol»tape*»nimi mowiiccmwn. Neoervfiyl •W** PHOTO »Y MATTHEW STOIAK te «J * V Property. be»v »*)«» Cor». ^' WBrjutKneulaeiieveraff^ltt/ DJt* n. cutty m M em* T» «•* ti a ej «lBM|aM«in*.OnlraoraajkM>Mhiiiarri Thomas and Marilyn Feliciano host a grand opening ceremony of Mini Munchkins on Saturday, •M.praearialohnl. March 13 with Wood-Ridge Mayor Paul Sarlo, Councilwoman Catherine Caisidy, Councilman fcnyeBn*AriW« Dominick Asolini, Councilman Thomas Gonnella and Councilman Eao Altamura. 16 mm THUM0AY,AHM,15,2010 group. We need this to continue. are over spent I am not in favor of LETTERS: Continued from I sincerely appreciate the folk* cutting after-school programs since as who support me, and ask those vot- you know we do not have a recreation PRAYER VIRGIN ers who are undecided to consider center for our children. (Never known to Jail) property taxes, the construction of me on Election Day and affirm that The option is to He them wander Oh mo* beautiful Bower of Mount Carmel, a new field in someone else's back- concerned parents can drive our sys- the streets with no direction. This is fruitful vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother yard Just isn't feasible, as some have tem. Talking with Jim Hooper and not acceptable to me. I would rather of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in proposed. Someday the Porte Avenue Christine Melleno, I find these parents use two side* of paper when making my necessity. Oh Star of the Sea, help me and show issue will be resolved, someday North and candidates have similar thoughts a copy then cut a program or raise me herein, you are my mother. Oh Holy Mother Arlington may be flush with cash to and focus on the goals of our system. our taxes. Remember when either the of God, Queen o{ Heaven and Earth! I humbly construct state-of-the-art facilities like Please consider the three of us as posi- BOE or the municipal part of the bud- beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor other municipalities have. My guess is tives for the educational system when get say you will only pay $200? That me in my necessity. There are none that can with- that "field of dreams" is a long way off. you make your choices on April 20. number is based on a house costing stand your power. Oh show me herein you are my Councilman Steve Tanelli, at a previ- Jim CMNMI $440,000. If your property is more mother. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for ous session of the mayor and council, Lyndhurst then that you can expect to pay more. us who have recourse to thee (three times). Holy when the lights were first proposed If anyone says it is only going up 1 Mother, I place this cause in your hands (three stated, The heart of the problem is percent that percent is based on mil- times). Holy Spirit, you who will solve all problems, the lack of facilities for recreation VOTE FOR HOOPER lions of dollars. So if something goes light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You that teams. With little undeveloped space up 3 percent on a $34 million budget I never want to be separated from, you in eternal left in the borough, finding a location TO THE EDITOR! we will be paying more than $1 million glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me an for a new field is the biggest chal- I'm writing this letter to request the more. When I ran for council I said mine. The person must say this prayer for three lenge. The biggest problem in North support of the Lyndhurst voters for my the day would come if we didn't get consecutive days. After three days, the prayer will Arlington is there's no space to build re-election to the Board of Education. revenue or cut spending we would be be granted. This prayer must be published after it" I've been married to my wife Marilyn facing severe problems. the favor is granted. We are asking our elected officials for nearly 17 years and we have five Looking at the budget and the R.S. to make a cost effective long-term deci- sons, Jimmy, 15, Billy, 13, Tommy, 13, direction we are taking I can say we sion to give the daughters of taxpayers Matthew, 10 and Michael, 9 months. are in the same shape on the school the same opportunity given to the sons I'm a dad who is trying to do what's side. I am asking for your support for of taxpayers. We need your help. right for the students of Lyndhurst both myself and Gilson and Suarez. It MichoeJ MHtonzwei I want to continue to see positive is time for a change, we cannot expect improvements to the district. I'm also the BOE. Again I ask for your support Nazare NAGSL Parent and Coach FUNERAL HOME, INC. a homeowner and taxpayer who real- and trust on April 20 when you vote for Memorial Home, Inc. 185 RIDGE ROAD izes the need to do more with less. I'm the BOE elections. Joseph M. Nazare, NORTH ARUNGTON proud of the fact that using shared Frank Wilson RE-ELECT LAWRENCE Manager 201-998-7555 services we were able to return special Rutherford Stmbtf mm, «%<« BONGiOVANNI education students to be educated in NJLJC. No. 2852 DENISE PAROW TO THE EDITOR: Lyndhurst at a significant savings to 403 Ridge Road N J. LJC. NO. 3802 Larry is an educational leader, hav- the taxpayer. Using innovative solu- VOTE FOR MEU£NO ELIZABETH PAROW ing served on all Board committees tions by cooperating with the munici- Lyndhurst, NJ N J. UC. NO. 3974 and been Becton Board president in pality is a way to save money. During TO THE EDITOR: 201-438-7272 HENRY S. PAROW, MGR the past. my first term, the Lyndhurst district The School Board elections are NJ. UC. NO. 1937 He balances the needs of the stu- was also judged to be a high perform- April 20 and I am writing to seek sup- dents, parents and taxpayers. Recently, ing district. These advances need to port from the voters of Lyndhurst. he supported the move to Internet- continue. I am Christine Melleno and grate- based Virtual High School courses Unfortunately, two current incum- ful to have this opportunity. I am to expand die offerings to students bents were not able to run for re-elec- originally from Wood-Ridge and my without the need to hire specialized tion, Joseph Shinnick and Anthony husband of nearly nine years, Jim is a FUNERAL HOME staff. He fought to maintain "life skills" Castrovinci. Joe and Tony served with lifelong Lyndhurst resident. We have courses for those students who are not dedication and distinction, and they found that Lyndhurst is a wonder- 19 LINCOLN AVENUE, RUTHERFORD, NJ 07070 "college bound." High school is to will be missed. I mention these two ful community to raise our two chil- prepare the students for life, you can't board members because we need to dren, Christopher, 6, and Caroline, 201-939-1050 ignore the student who will be heading replace them with other positive indi- 18 months. My children are also the ANGELO G. MANIA, CFSP into a trade and/or out on their own viduals, and that is why I'm urging the motivation behind me seeking a seat MANAGER - NJ LIC. JPO3201 after graduation. voters to also vote for Jim Cunniff and on the School Board. Larry has supported greater use of Christine Melleno. In the seven years I have lived Internet technology to keep parents I believe the next three years will see in Lyndhurst I have seen so much informed of there student's progress. significant changes in the educational improvement and the public schools He supported improving the efficiency system in New Jersey, and Lyndhurst in town are no exception. I am a work- and effectiveness of the Becton staff by needs trustees who will understand ing mom who only wants her children implementing computer-based lesson the concerns of the children and the to have the best opportunities possible. planning. taxpayers. Our small southern Bergen County Funeral Home As a Master-degreed engineer, he I've spoken with Jim and Christine town is developing into a force to be Michael P. Onontto Peter M. Tosc.no brings "real world" skills to the Board and I know that they desire to move reckoned with and an innovator in Amend Director fintend Director of cost accounting and value for your this district forward. We agree that the education. I want to ensure these posi- NJ Uc N*. WTl NJ Lk. No. J«78 investment. He has been instrumental taxpayers need to realize that the bet- tive moves forward continue and given NYUcNo.MII*> ' in the process to gain the $30 million ter our schools are, the better our town the current economic climate of our Anthony Maeagsa Jr.- Manager grant to sound proof Becton from and its property values will be. state, this will not be an easy task. The NIUc. N«. »U the FAA. This project will renovate Writh the three of us elected we will School Board needs someone who will 41 Ames Avenue • Rutherford NJ • (201) 939-0098 Becton, a school that cost $5 million to be able to help keep the district mov- accept this challenge and has the inter- build, into a 21st century high school ing forward in these challenging times. ests of not only the students in mind, at no cost to the local taxpayers. His The future is bright for Lyndhurst, but the Lyndhurst taxpayers as well. engineering ability will enhance the but only if we work together. I ask Since I am a parent and taxpayer, I feel EFFECTIVE MUCH 4,2010 Board's ability to review technical draw- you to consider voting for James I am up for this challenge. ings and project schedules. I witnessed Cunniff (#1), Christine Melleno (#2) Keep in mind, I will not face these this first hand when Larry was on the and James Hooper (#4) on the ballot challenges alone. Jim Hooper is an Quinary -$50.00 local Board, and McKenzie School Tuesday, April 20. Polls will be open incumbent board member seeking re- \t/ construction was on going. Larry made from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. election who shares my vision and PftyfF "$30.00 sure that the project was completed on Jim Hooper wants to keep Lyndhurst moving for7 time and within the cost. Lyndhurst ward. Jim Cunniff is another candidate i-ssaoo Both of Larry's daughters gradu- who is a longtime Lyndhurst resident, ated from Breton, his commitment to very active in the community, and the town, students, parents and taxpay- VOTE FOR WILSON wants to share his knowledge and ers of East Rutherford is unparalleled. experience to keep Lyndhurst schools Larry Bongiovanni should be TO THE EDITOR: thriving. your choice for the C.arlstadt/East Some of you may remember when I On April 20, get out and vote and Repast Luncheon Rutherford Board of Education this ran for council. This year I am running consider voting for me, Christine coining Tuesday. for Board of Education along with Melleno (#2), Jim Hooper (#4) and To advertise in Ms section, please call 201-438-8700 Michael Homaychak Matthew Gilson and Sally Suarez. Jim Cunniff (#1). You will be glad you The reason is simple, we cannot did. Polls open from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. A lmV s REPAST LUNCHES East Rutherford BOE Member , ' v $47 95 Private Room afford the spend and tax mentality of Christine Melleno I /. & up For up to 150 people to Serve Your the current Board of Education. Over Lyndhurst VOTE FOR CUNNIFF the last 10 years the BOE has raised > REPAST At P* I taxes nine times. There were no cut f'. LWCH Catering for all Occasions TO THE EDITOR: backs during the good times to offset A NOTE FROM BIRDSAU lOmndOffPrtmim) The election for Board of Education the bad times we currently are facing. , 201460-7771 ; Enjoy me finest of R&gwnal Itahai. Continental candidates is less than one week away. R«t«r»t.B» ttt 201460-1980 |201.939.1128| The BOE even was patting them- TO THE EDITOR: 645 Washington Ave. • Carlstadl Over the past several weeks I've had selves on the backs saying what a good On April 17 from 10:00 a.m. until Imlk North of Clant Sodium 1 Hobokan Road, E. Rufhwfonl the opportunity to introduce myself to job they had done with the budget. 12 p.m. in the Main Council Chambers wwu.grasshopperrestaurants.com www.13fwtlaurairt.com many of you throughout our commu- I find this odd since we are cutting at Borough Hall, I will be hosting a nity. In conversations regarding our programs and laying off personnel. follow-up to the Citizen Roundtable children and our system, the most During the debate one of the current Forum sessions that I conducted in pressing concerns expressed bv voters BOE members even said that if they March and April of 2009. have been: What effects the lack of had another year they could look at I invite all residents of the Borough state aid will have on our educational some of the items discussed that could of Rutherford to attend this session. system, and how can we assure an edu- be eliminated. I don't want to attack The meeting will open with a short cational opportunity for our children the current BOE, but we have a line summary of the report that was com- while controlling spiraling costs? item for a cell phone costing $1,000 piled at the close of the 2009 Citizen I warn the best for my children and and a pager costing $1,500. If vou Forum. At the conclusion of the sum- Rutherford Congregational their classmates. I recognize that my Church cannot remove a pager from the bud- mary, leaders from each committee United Church of Christ taxes fund these expenses directly. get how can anyone expect them to formed as a result of the 2009 Forum Union Avenue and Together. I simply want value for my reduce the large items. When was the will conduct a short presentation of Prospect Place • Rutherford dollars and a sense that the money last time you saw anyone use a pager? their accomplishments and goals. we've spent has been well spent. The simple fact is they have lost Finally, we will work as a group to Education is a life tool and skill touch with what is going on. I had the identify areas for improvement and that we continually add to in tun daily budget for six days and found more prioritize next steps. lives. Our programs have been raising than $500,000 in cuts that did not My sincerest thank you to all of test scores, which is ,t focus that shows eliminate any services or jobs. All it those who attended the 2009 forum we are successful. While the top 10 would require is reduce mailers that and I look forward to meeting with percent of students will always achieve, cost us $50,000 or household cleaning those in attendance at the 2010 forum. and the bottom 10 percent will be chal- supplies that are costing us $94,000. Kimberty M. Birtisoll lenged, we are successful to the entire The list goes on and on for items that Councilwoman, Rutherford { IMMANUEL A church in lynhiri LUTHERAN CHURCH \km everyone is whme\ 78 Washington Place OBITUARY (CMMrofritnoiAw.WnMngUnn.) Jean Dimeck She is the beloved wife of the late Peter and Barbara Dimeck. She is also Saint Thomas' Church E. Rutherford KEARNY — Jean Dimeck (nee Joseph, cherished mother of Kimberly survived by many loving nieces, neph- Episcopal-Anglican Sunday Worship Roseman) died Friday, April 9, 2010, at Dobrzynski and her husband James of ews and family members. 300 Forest Avenue the University of Pennsylvania Medical Marlton, and Darin Dimeck and his Arrangements by Parow Funeral Lyndhurst 9:30am Center, Philadelphia. Born in Passaic, wife Jo Ann of Bloomsbury, adored Home, North Arlington. Funeral Mass COME AND WORSHIP she lived in North Arlington before grandmother of Zachary, Brittany offered at Our Lady Queen of Peace Sunday Mass at 10 A.M. I THE LORD WITH US. moving to Kearny 25 years ago. She and Brianne Dobrzynski, dear sis- Church, North Arlington. Interment 20-M38-5668 worked as an administrative assistant ter of Ruth Mclninch of Little Falls in Holy Cross Cemetery, North 201-939-2386 for the Mousing Authority of Bergen and the late Robert Roseman, and Arlington. Donations in her memory -„ •JK -.— County at the East Rutherford Boiling sister-in-law of Catherine and Dick may be made to the American Lung Springs Senior Center for the past Weyersberg, Dennis Dimeck, Phyllis Association of NJ. 1031 Route 22 West, 25 years before retiring in January. and Ed Socienski, Pamela DeGregorio, Suite 203, Bridgewater, NJ. 08807. ""Tim •'•• 1. By phone-201-438-8700x203 u»inwMMt _, errw. No rn.uod.wa be iwued for Typoi-W. reserve •He right to in ful on error by puUbhhg o oomdad insert)*. Ihsss rakM Al odwrSnVb wbJKt to Apartments tar Rent KOeWnys flRnw, 38rms North Arlington Experienced Babysitter Furniture and G I O Handyman J&L Richard Dtartln needed part time, Wallpapering 2ncLfl • nirwiy renov, 2Brm. Apt. Jnd.fl. Oarage Sale ft Renovation ATWELL UNWANTED at my home In Keemy, & Painting rww wflndows, w/w Sat 4/17 - 9amto4pm REMODELING RECYCUBIES!!! Wtch, L/R, Bath, for a 7 montha old girt. 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Vance acted as music Jimmy Beaumont, win perform. Boys* on Broadway: Christian put together the most exciting director for "Saturday Night live" On July 16 at 7 p.m., TheHoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel array of entertainment in theand music supervisor for a vari- Fabulous Nicholas King will Reichard and J. Robert Spencer entire tri-state area. After endless ety of features including "Animal perform. At 7:30 p.m.. Bobwill bring the music of The Four work in creating one of the most House," "Eddie & the Cruisers' Miranda and The Happenings Seasons to Lyndhurst magnificent parks in New Jersey, and more. At 9 p.m. will be Peter will play such hits as "See You in In addition to the music acts, he has put endless hours into cre- Lemongello (pictured) and hisSeptember" and "I Got Rhythm." Bobby Jay formerly of CBS Radio, ating a colossal four days of enter- 16-piecr revue. 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