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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, January 7, 2010 OUR 120th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 01-2010 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Lt. Governor-Elect Guadagno Swears in WF Mayor Skibitsky By MICHAEL J. POLLACK years ago, Mayor Skibitsky was sworn she called a “great friend and ally.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader in by the Governor-elect, Chris She concluded her remarks by WESTFIELD – An overflow Christie, who will assume the gover- thanking the mayor’s family. crowd, filled with dignitaries from all norship on Tuesday, January 19. “I know what sacrifices you had to levels of government, greeted New Jersey’s first lieutenant gover- make in the last couple of years now,” Westfield’s two newest council mem- nor, Ms. Guadagno, also will serve as she said. “I have to tell you that it is an bers, Sam Della Fera and Keith secretary of state. After swearing in amazing experience we’re going Loughlin, who took their seats on the the mayor, she said, “I just wanted to through right now. We’re going to dais along with re-elected Mayor say that it was my first time standing in need your hopes. We’re going to need Andy Skibitsky and returning coun- for Chris. He wanted to come, but he your prayers, but it is New Jersey, and cil members Vicki Kimmins and also wanted to give the lieutenant gov- in New Jersey, anything is possible.” David Haas, on Tuesday night. ernor a shot at saying the oath.” Judge Joseph Greenaway, Jr., nomi- The most high-profile guest, Lieu- She acknowledged the presence of nee to the Third Circuit Court of Ap- tenant Governor-elect Kim State Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R- peals by President Barack Obama, Guadagno, swore in Mayor Skibitsky, Westfield), Bill Palatucci, consultant swore in Mr. Della Fera, who assumes who won a re-election bid by defeat- to Mr. Christie, and Assemblyman Jon the seat previously held by Sal Caruana, ing Democrat Bill Brennan. Four Bramnick (LD-21, Westfield), whom who decided not to seek re-election in Ward 1. Mr. Della Fera had bested Democrat Janice Siegel in November. Noting the cavalcade of politicians in attendance, some of who were ad- ministering oaths of office during the meeting, including Ms. Guadagno, Judge Greenaway asked jokingly, “Next time you’re sworn in, who are you going to go with? I know [Su- preme Court] Justice [Samuel] Alito... Do you want the President?” Courtesy Alfred George Rogers, Jr. Senator Kean gave the oath of of- HOLIDAY BEAUTY…A snow-covered Mindowaskin Park depicts the beauty of this year’s holiday season in Westfield. fice to returning Second Ward Coun- cilwoman Vicki Kimmins, who ran unopposed. James Hely, Union County Supe- Dan Sullivan Named Union County rior Court judge, administered the oaths to returning councilman Mr. Haas and newly-elected councilman Mr. Loughlin; in 2009, the men de- Freeholder Board Chairman feated Republican Tom Delaney and By GREG RYAN pointment marks Mr. Sullivan’s third County Chosen Freeholders were incumbent Democrat Tom Bigosinski, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader year as chairman, previously serving former chairman Alexander respectively. ELIZABETH – Dan Sullivan was in 1998 and 2000. Mirabella; Deborah Scanlon, who was Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader “Two swearing-ins… What do they chosen as the new Board of Union He spoke of “helping people and named vice-chairman to the board, NEW YEAR, NEW TERM...Lt. Governor-elect of New Jersey Kim Guadagno, think I am – a machine?” Judge Hely County Chosen Freeholders chair- moving Union County Forward.” He and Mohamed Jalloh, who was sworn pictured right, swears in Andy Skibitsky, left, for another term as mayor of quipped. man at the Union County reorganiza- made mention of “Go Green Year in for his first term as freeholder. Westfield during the Town of Westfield reorganization meeting January 5. His Many other dignitaries attended the tion meeting on January 3. This ap- III,” which would produce solar panel James LaCorte took the office for a wife Debbie and son look on. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 installations, and have a long-term third term as Union County Surro- goal of developing bio diesel and gate. geothermal projects. Mr. LaCorte reminded everyone Sluka and Hak Take Office Discussing the tough economic how the yearly meeting was always times not only on a federal level, but an issue with Jets and Giant fans, but also at the county taxpayer level, he this year, the Giants season was ef- On Garwood Council said the county would still need to do fectively over, and the Jets were kind By LAUREN S. BARR screening devices in place at Newark more with less, as he said the county enough to move their game to the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Liberty International Airport. He did last year. night slot. GARWOOD — At the Sunday af- stated that despite the controversy Mr. Sullivan told the packed court- Charlotte DeFilippo, chairwoman ternoon Garwood re-organization surrounding the devices, it is “more room of State Superior Judge Karen of the Democratic Committee, kicked meeting, Democratic Councilman important that the public be secure.” Cassidy, assignment judge for Union off the reorganization meeting by Keith Sluka was sworn in to his sec- Mayor McCarthy thanked the County, that all 640 non-contractual speaking of the 20 years of improve- ond term, and Republican Council- borough’s employees and volunteers employees, including directors, free- ments she has seen under the Demo- man Tim Hak began his first term on in his annual address. He pledged to holders and constitutional officials, cratic control in the county. She then the borough council. continue to “strive to provide the best once again would have their pay fro- introduced many special guests, in- Councilman Stephen Napolitano to all our citizens.” Acknowledging zen. cluding, but not limited to, state Sena- was nominated and elected as the the difficult financial times, both na- His said the county would work to tor Tom Kean, Jr. (LD-21, Westfield), 2010 Council President. Robert tionally and locally, Mayor McCarthy help residents address gangs and Assemblymen Jon Bramnick (LD- Renaud was appointed as the Bor- said his goal is to “continue to work youth violence, as well as to find 21, Westfield), Raymond Lesniak ough Attorney, and Wayne Frew was with a tight belt” but to maintain ways to assist seniors and special- (LD-20, Union) and Joseph Cryan appointed as the fire chief for one- services. needs persons within the county. His (LD-20, Union). year terms. He said that the governing body fifth initiative for 2010, he said, will Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7) also Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader Mayor Dennis McCarthy an- will continue to look for ratables that be to increase the volunteer base spoke at the meeting and said he FIRST TERM...Superior Court Judge James Hely, pictured right, swears in nounced the committee appointments do not negatively impact the bor- within the Medical Reserve Corps plans to push to have full-body scan- newly elected council member Keith Loughlin, center, during the Town of for 2010. Councilman Anthony Sytko ough, investigate shared services and and to educate the public on pre- ners put in place at the Newark Lib- Westfield reorganization meeting January 5. Mr. Hely shakes the hand of Mr. will chair the Buildings and Grounds continue to apply for grant money. paredness and prevention of commu- erty International Airport for safety Louhglin’s father, Vince Loughlin, board of adjustment attorney. and the Laws and Licenses Commit- The mayor stated that because of grant nicable diseases, as well as the poten- reasons. tees. Councilman Louis Petruzzelli money, the borough “hope(s) to break tial third wave of the H1N1 virus. The full chairman’s address can be will chair the Recreation Committee ground this year” on a new athletic Also sworn in to the Board of Union found online at ucnj.org/freeholders/ MS Council Reorganizes; and the Committee on Aging. Coun- complex. chair_annual_address.html. cilman Hak will serve as the mayor’s “I have grown up here and raised representative to the Garwood Li- my family here,” Mayor McCarthy Police, Fire, Rescue Sworn In brary; Councilman Sluka will serve said. “Garwood is a special place…a GOP Council Members Take By MAGGIE DIGGORY Senator Thomas Kean, Jr., (R- as the school board liaison, and Coun- small town with a big heart.” He Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Westfield) briefly addressed those cilman Jonathan Linken will serve on communicated an “open door” policy MOUNTAINSIDE – The council gathered before heading off to other the Recreation Complex Committee. and asked that residents continue to Oath of Office in Fanwood chambers at Mountainside Borough district municipal reorganization Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7), who voice their concerns to the govern- By SUZETTE F. STALKER chambers. Both men are beginning Hall were filled to standing-room- meetings. swore in Councilman Hak, addressed ing body. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader their inaugural terms on the council. only as the governing body reorga- “You (the borough of the crowd, pledging to have full-body- FANWOOD — Republican Coun- The surprise double GOP win No- nized for 2010 on Tuesday evening. Mountainside) have set a great ex- cilmen Robert Manduca and Michael vember 3, when Mr. Manduca and More than 40 Mountainside resi- ample for the rest of the state to Szuch took their oaths of office before Mr. Szuch defeated Democratic coun- dents attended this first municipal follow,” said Asm. Bramnick. a standing-room-only crowd that in- cil members Donna Dolce and David government session of the new year. “We will continue to work for you,” Malool Says She Cannot cluded multiple former mayors and Valian, established a 3-3 bipartisan Municipal Judge James DeRose ad- added Asw. Munoz. former council members, New Year’s split on the council. Councilman An- ministered the oath of office to offic- The memory of Mountainside’s Day, during the governing body’s an- thony Parenti is the third Republican ers of the police and fire departments recently deceased mayor, Robert Promise Taxes Won’t Rise nual reorganization meeting, which on the governing body dais. and members of the rescue squad. Viglianti, was honored throughout By FRED T. ROSSI for their efforts last year, and ac- began at noon in the Borough Council CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Local district politicians, including the 45-minute meeting. Mayor Paul Specially Written for The Westfield Leader knowledged Township Manager Chris Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (LD- Mirabelli presented the Viglianti fam- SCOTCH PLAINS — Mayor Marion, “who took over the reins 21, Westfield), Assemblywoman ily with a plaque, a copy of which Nancy Malool warned residents on during a very difficult time and is Nancy Munoz (LD-21, Summit) and CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Tuesday of “plenty of challenges and working hard to get us back on track.” roadblocks ahead,” and said the town- She also thanked township resi- ship council had “made plenty of dents, “most of whom recognized tough decisions last year,” and would that we are doing our best, under- need to make more again this year. stand the challenges we face and re- “I can’t promise you that taxes won’t main patient.” go up,” the mayor said in her New She did list “some good things” Year’s message at the council’s reor- that occurred in 2009, including the ganization meeting. “I can’t promise Valentine’s Day dinner with veterans you services won’t be cut more, and I 11 months ago, the receipt of various can’t promise you that there won’t be grants for recreation, the schools and more reductions in our workforce.” roadwork, the health department’s She said this past year was “prob- response to the H1N1 flu virus, the ably one of the worst years in most of Memorial Day music festival that our memories.” drew thousands to the downtown busi- She ticked off a brief list of issues ness district and the fact that Scotch contributing to a “difficult” 2009, in- Plains “was the only town in Union

cluding state tax and spending-cap County to have an increase in real- Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader mandates, municipal layoffs, the cre- estate prices” in 2009. NEW CHAIRMAN…Freeholder Dan Sullivan takes the oath as chairman of the ation of a separate sewer utility, re- The mayor called for the municipal Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders at Sunday’s county reorganization ductions in state aid and interest in- government to “work closely with our meeting. Elizabeth Mayor Chris Bollwage, right, administers the oath of office. come, increases in township payments business district and the Scotch Plains Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader for insurance and pensions, and a Management Corp. to increase busi- PAGE INDEX GARWOOD TERM BEGINS…Councilman Tim Hak takes the oath of office, Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 7 Real Estate .... 9-14 adminstered by Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7), to become the newest member of reduction in services. ness and address the needs of our com- The mayor thanked her council mercial community.” Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 14 Classifieds .... 13 Garwood Borough Council during the borough’s annual reorganization meeting Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 9-14 A&E ...... 15-16 on New Year’s Day, as his wife, Peggy, and children look on. colleagues and township employees CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Westfield Leader only Page 8 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication Mountainside Council Reorg. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 also will hang in the council cham- the borough council and the citizens bers, honoring Mayor Viglianti’s of Mountainside invoked the memory many years of community service. of his predecessor as he carried on the Incoming Mayor Mirabelli is only tradition of giving an annual message the third mayor in Mountainside in the to the community. “I’m truly humbled last 30 years. “He (Mr. Viglianti) will to be mayor,” he began. Mayor continue to look over us,” said Mayor Mirabelli’s message emphasized the Mirabelli as he addressed the commu- importance that volunteerism has nity before the plaque presentation. played in making the Borough of Police Chief James Debbie, Jr., who Mountainside “the community that it also serves as borough administrator, is,” and he mentioned a New York presented multiple commendations Times article citing the borough as a to members of the borough’s police “hidden gem.” Courtesy of Tom Kranz force for their role in apprehending Mayor Mirabelli commended the TAKING THE OATH...The Fanwood Rescue Squad is sworn in on New Year’s suspects in area crimes. Chief Debbie police department as “second to none Day. Pictured, left to right, are: Jeffrey Downing, first lieutenant; Tom FitzGibbon, began his introductory remarks by as we’ve seen in the awards given out second lieutenant (obscured by Mayor Colleen Mahr); Nancy Mustachio, vice- noting “it’s hard to single out an of- tonight.” He called the borough’s fire president; Tom Kranz, president; Jeffrey Carr, training officer; Melissa Padulsky, ficer. I applaud all of them.” department the “best company in the captain; Robert Kruthers, treasurer/chaplain; Patricia Buckridee, sergeant, and The first commendation went to county.” Mayor Mirabelli also John Oatis, recording secretary. first-year Patrolman Shaun Bendik, thanked the rescue squad for provid- for his role in the June 28 apprehen- ing “life-saving service,” as he expe- sion of a burglar who crashed his rienced firsthand after falling off his POLICE BLOTTER stolen getaway car on Route 22 in roof two years ago. Springfield, after being chased by As for the borough council, Mr. Patrolman Bendik, who spotted the Mirabelli continued, “We have expe- Westfield suspect parked outside an unoccu- rience. We also have new blood. We Wednesday, December 30, Keisha L. where she was processed and released. pied new home. The suspect then fled now have the second councilwoman Wallace, 37, of Westfield was arrested Sunday, January 3, Anthony Niemczyk, to a nearby riverbed, where Spring- in the history of Mountainside after responding to Westfield police head- 21, of Fanwood was arrested and charged field police captured him using a ther- (Deanna Andre).” quarters to satisfy an outstanding Hillside with obstruction of justice after an officer warrant in the amount of $165. Wallace responded to a report of a disturbance at mal imaging camera, Chief Debbie Ms. Andre was appointed to a one- was released after posting bail. a Park Avenue restaurant. He was trans- recounted in his remarks. year term to replace Mr. Mirabelli on Wednesday, December 30, Steven F. ported to police headquarters, where he Also commended were Detectives the borough council when he was Cancelliere, 19, of Clark was arrested and was processed and released. Michael Jackson, Richard Huber and appointed mayor of Mountainside. charged with exhibiting a false govern- Fanwood Thomas Norton, whose work on a Ms. Andre, as well as re-elected Coun- ment document (driver’s license), attempt- Tuesday, December 22, a 23-year-old December 2008 burglary case on Deer cilman William Lane, were also sworn ing to purchase alcohol underage and female from Scotch Plains came to head- Path led to the June 2009 arrest of two in by Judge DeRose during the reor- misrepresentation of age to purchase al- quarters to report that a 22-year-old fe- gang members, as well as one of the 10 ganization meeting. Additionally, the cohol following an investigation at an male acquaintance from Clark assaulted most wanted suspects in Essex County. council unanimously approved 21 establishment on the 700 block of Central her at a South Avenue establishment by Avenue. He was released on his own pulling her hair, punching her in the face “I applaud you for your diligence of resolutions during the meeting. The recognizance with summonses. and throwing her to the ground. The inci- duty,” concluded Chief Debbie. public was invited to a reception after Wednesday, December 30, Sheila dent is under investigation. Mayor Mirabelli’s first message to the meeting’s adjournment. Policastro, 20, of Union and Alicia Thursday, December 24, James H. Feliciano, 33, of North Plainfield were Gabriel, 46, of Fanwood was arrested on arrested and charged with shoplifting at a an outstanding warrant out of Clark after business on the 600 block of West North a field investigation on Midway Avenue. Szuch, Manduca Take Oaths Avenue. Both were released with sum- He was transported to police headquar- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 monses pending a January 6 court date. ters, where he was processed and released Wednesday, December 30, Anton after posting bail. Following the invocation given by year 2010 and the governing body’s Miskovich, 58, of Colonia was arrested in Saturday, December 26, Patricia Flesch, Rabbi Joel Abraham of Temple appointments of Councilwoman Joan the area of Rahway Avenue and Green 56, of Springfield was arrested, after a Sholom of Fanwood/Scotch Plains, Wheeler and Councilwoman Briar Court and charged with driving while motor vehicle accident on Martine Av- Congressman Leonard Lance (R-7) Katherine Mitchell as the council’s intoxicated (DWI). He was transported to enue, and charged with driving while administered the oath of office to the representatives to the Fanwood Plan- Westfield police headquarters, processed intoxicated (DWI). Her vehicle was towed new councilmen. Rabbi Abraham also ning Board and Union County Rev- and released to a responsible individual. and she was transported to police head- gave the benediction just prior to ad- enue Sharing Committee, respec- Friday, January 1, Brendon Romanski, quarters, where she was processed and tively. Each councilwoman is return- 36, of Cranford was arrested at Cranford released to a responsible adult. No inju- journment. police headquarters on an outstanding ries were reported, police said. Mr. Manduca’s wife, Victoria, ac- ing to her respective position. Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Westfield traffic warrant in the amount of Monday, December 28, Peter A. I SWEAR…During the 153rd annual Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- companied him as he was sworn into Officials additionally adopted the $99. Bail was posted and a court date was Cardillo, 54, of Marlton was arrested fol- ers reorganization meeting held January 3 in the Union County Courthouse, the office. 2010 temporary municipal budget. to be announced. lowing a motor vehicle stop on South following, pictured, from top, were sworn in: Bernice Jalloh administers the oath Mr. Szuch’s wife, Angela, and son, The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Friday, January 1, a Connecticut Street Avenue on an outstanding Mount Laurel of office to her son, Freeholder Mohamed Jalloh of Roselle; Judge Karen Cassidy Forrest, 10, stood beside him for the was among the official media desig- resident found a wallet at a bank located on warrant. He was transported to police administers the oath of office to Surrogate James LaCorte. His wife, Pamela, holds ceremony. nated for borough advertising in 2010. the 500 block of East North Avenue. The headquarters, where he was processed the Bible; Freeholder Alexander Mirabella of Fanwood begins a new term as Congressman Lance, whose district In her own remarks, Mayor Mahr wallet was surrendered to Westfield police and released after posting bail. freeholder. His wife, Phyllis, and their children, Alex and Micayla, hold the Bible. encompasses 54 municipalities in four reflected how “the Borough of Fanwood headquarters and subsequently returned to Tuesday, December 29, Vincent remains a wonderful, vibrant, close- its owner, a resident of Eaglecroft Road. Nevello, 41, of Fanwood was arrested on counties, including Fanwood, con- Friday, January 1, David P. Ranaldo, an outstanding Fanwood warrant follow- gratulated Mr. Manduca and Mr. Szuch knit community.” She welcomed Mr. 39, of Westfield was arrested at Westfield ing a motor vehicle stop on the 200 block Malool: SP Taxes May Rise on being elected to the borough coun- Manduca and Mr. Szuch to the council, police headquarters on a Mountainside of Forest Road. He was transported to cil. He also said he looked forward to along with returning representatives. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 traffic warrant. He was processed and police headquarters, where he was pro- working with the entire municipal body Mayor Mahr said the economy will released after posting $200 bail. A court cessed and released after posting bail. She said the council must “insure we remain in their posts. on issues of national concern. continue to be “the top story in 2010,” date was to be set. Wednesday, December 30, Shakemah implement the fairest, most accurate Mayor Malool told The Scotch Outgoing Union County Freeholder adding that the state is expected to Saturday, January 2, a resident of the L. Lytle-Johnson, 26, of Elizabeth was [sewer utility] fees possible” this year. Plains-Fanwood Times the two were Chairman Alexander Mirabella of push strongly for “substantial” shared 100 block of East Grove Street reported arrested following a motor vehicle stop She also called for improved commu- not reappointed on Tuesday “because Fanwood, who won re-election in services among New Jersey munici- that the back window of her automobile on an outstanding warrant out of Newark. nication via improvements to the we are restructuring our legal team, November and himself was sworn palities. “I am ready to tackle the was damaged through an apparent act of He was transported to police headquar- township’s website. and we haven’t made any final deci- criminal mischief. The damage likely ters, where he was processed and released into office for a new freeholder term challenges that lie ahead and believe occurred during the overnight hours. after posting bail. The mayor also urged further money- sions yet.” two days later, also wished Mr. strongly in Fanwood’s need to stay saving moves such as cooperative pur- Republican Councilman Dominick Sunday, January 3, Wilkens Philippe, Wednesday, December 30, Keith S. Manduca and Mr. Szuch “the best of ahead of the curve as the best way to Jr., 22, of Plainfield was arrested on an Autocunas, 31, of Plainfield was arrested chasing and shared services with neigh- Bratti was named deputy mayor for luck in their new terms.” control our own destiny,” she noted. outstanding Clark traffic warrant in the following a motor vehicle stop on an boring towns and the county, and she 2010 and pronounced himself “very Mr. Mirabella additionally thanked “We will continue to see private amount of $89 during a motor vehicle outstanding warrant out of Cranford. He said a joint library with Fanwood should honored.” Mayor Malool thanked Congressman Lance for being a “true individuals spend their money on in- stop at West South Avenue and Downer was transported to police headquarters, be considered. Councilman Jeffrey Strauss for his ser- partner” at the federal and county lev- vesting in Fanwood,” Mayor Mahr Street. He was transported to Westfield where he was processed and released She proposed the creation of a long- vice as deputy mayor last year, saying els, and wished Fanwood Mayor Col- said, noting that three new businesses police headquarters, processed and re- after posting bail. term capital plan for equipment, road- he had served “very ably and very leen Mahr “all the luck in the world” in have opened in Fanwood in the past leased after posting bail. Sunday, January 3, Christopher J. ways and facilities improvements, add- capably.” Sunday, January 3, a resident of the Braxton, 49, of Aulander, N.C. was arrested 2010, particularly with what will still year and a fourth is expected soon. 900 block of West North Avenue re- on outstanding warrants out of Newark, ing that “we need to do it wisely.” Councilwoman Mary DePaola, be a challenging budget development She also reported that Fanwood’s re- At the end of her brief remarks, the Paulette Coronato and Alice Agran were ported an act of criminal mischief, in Linden and Asbury Park. He was trans- process in the current fiscal climate. development agency recently desig- which unknown persons set off fireworks ported to police headquarters, where he was mayor promised that “Scotch Plains appointed to the planning board along Following the election of Demo- nated redeveloper Elite Properties to comprised of a large tube filled with processed and turned over to the Linden will be a better place at the end of with Mayor Malool and Robert cratic Councilman Russell Huegel as develop the former Sovereign Bank mortar-style rounds. The fireworks caused Police Department for failure to post bail. 2010.” LaCosta. Theodore Spera was named council president and approval of the property on South Avenue. dents and charring to the resident’s aw- Sunday, January 3, Noel J. Demarsico, The bulk of the reorganization as an alternate member. Ken Anderson appointment of borough officials for Among other borough successes, ning and set fire to a nearby bush. 47, of Fanwood was arrested on an out- meeting was devoted to appointments, and Karyn Steele were appointed to the the year 2010, Mayor Mahr adminis- Mayor Mahr highlighted Fanwood’s Sunday, January 3, Alexandrina standing Rahway warrant after a motor with Robert Pansulla reappointed as zoning board of adjustment, and tered the oath of office to officers of 98-percent tax-collection rate, the work Gallego, 18, of Westfield was arrested vehicle stop. He was transported to police township prosecutor, Casey Woodruff Llewellyn Jones was named as an alter- during a motor vehicle stop on the 1200 headquarters, where he was processed the Fanwood Rescue Squad and of the Budget Advisory Task Force she block of Rahway Avenue and charged and released after posting bail. named public defender and Matthew nate. Fanwood Fire Department, including created in 2009, the senior handyman Dorsi named as alternate defender. Outgoing Union County Freeholder with possession of drug paraphernalia Sunday, January 3, Marcus T. Marcelus, new Fire Chief David Clausen and program and the planned celebration and possession of alcohol underage. She 25, of Elizabeth was arrested on an outstand- Neither Township Attorney Brian Chairman Alexander Mirabella, as well Rescue Squad President Tom Kranz. of the Fanwood train station’s 125th was transported to Westfield police head- ing Elizabeth warrant after a motor vehicle Levine nor Assistant Township attor- as former mayors Mauro Checchio, Officials also acknowledged that anniversary. She also expressed grati- quarters, processed and released on her stop on South Avenue. He was transported to ney Lawrence Woodruff were for- Joan Papen, William McClintock and Lieutenant Richard Trigo would take tude to all borough employees and own recognizance. police headquarters, where he was processed mally reappointed to posts they have Martin Marks, attended the 30-minute over as Acting Fanwood Police Chief those who serve in volunteer capaci- Scotch Plains and released after posting bail. held for several years, although both reorganization session. effective February 1, succeeding re- ties for their efforts on behalf of the Monday, December 28, a resident of Monday, January 4, Maryann Country Club Lane reported that some- Robinson, 47, of Plainfield was arrested tiring Chief Donald Domanoski. community. “Thank you all – and I on outstanding warrants out of Fanwood look forward to working with you one entered her apartment and removed The reorganization meeting also several hundred dollars in cash and elec- and Plainfield after a field investigation. included adoption of by-laws for the throughout the year,” she said. tronics valued at approximately $400. She was transported to police headquar- SHOPPING FOR CAR INSURANCE? Monday, December 28, a resident of ters, where she was processed and turned Jerusalem Road reported that someone over to the Plainfield Police Department. CALL ME FIRST. dumped garbage on his front lawn and Mountainside Guadagno Swears in Mayor then drove away. Wednesday, December 30, police re- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Monday, December 28, a resident of sponded to a report of a robbery on Essex Road reported that someone re- Camelot Court. According to police, the reorganization meeting, including will remain as Code Review and Town moved her mailbox valued at approxi- female victim pulled her motor vehicle AVERAGE * outgoing Union County Freeholder Property Committee chairman. mately $65 from the front of her house. off of Route 22 onto Camelot Court to Newly minted councilmen Mr. Della ANNUAL $ Chairman Al Mirabella; former Thursday, December 31, a landlord of inspect her tire after striking a pothole. 396 Westfield mayors Tom Jardim, Ron Fera and Mr. Loughlin will become an East Second Street residence reported The victim told police that the suspect SAVINGS: 396 Frigerio and Allen Chin; judges vice-chairmen of the Code Review and that his downstairs tenant was harassing came from the east side woods and Brenda Cuba and Thomas Walsh; Public Safety Committees, respectively. him over an ongoing dispute. grabbed her hair while holding an un- DRIVERS WHO SWITCHED FROM: former council members Mr. Rounding out the Finance Commit- Saturday, January 2, David Gunthorpe, known object to her neck, authorities Bigosinski, Mr. Caruana and Peter tee, David Haas remains, and he is 32, of Plainfield was arrested on an out- reported. The suspect said, “don’t scream” $ * standing warrant after a motor vehicle stop. and demanded she give him her jacket, Geico saved 473 on average with Allstate Echausse, as well as local Demo- joined by Ms. Neylan and Mr. Della cratic Party Chairman Ken Rotter and Fera, an attorney with an emphasis on He was transported to police headquarters, boots, wallet and keys and then attempted $467* where he was processed and released. to steal the vehicle and the belongings, Progressive saved on average with Allstate representatives from the Westfield financial restructuring, who expressed Saturday, January 2, Keir Monot, 38, but the vehicle stalled, police reported. $ * Board of Education – Superintendent an interest in taking part in the Finance State Farm saved 375 on average with Allstate of Centerville, Va. was arrested on a He then approached the victim, slapped Margaret Dolan, Julia Walker, Rich Committee during the election season. warrant after a motor vehicle stop. He her in the face, told her “you’re lucky” Matessich and Ginny Leiz. Robert Cockren returns as town at- was transported to police headquarters, and ran northeast into the woods, police The mayor, in his State of the Town torney; Christine Nugent is back as where he was processed and released. reports stated. The Scotch Plains Police Address, acknowledged that the “storm municipal prosecutor. Michael Panagos Sunday, January 3, Jennifer Greene, 42, Department and the Union County of Somerset was arrested following a motor Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit were called Save even more than before with clouds” of the deteriorating economy continues as public defender, and Rick have not vanished yet and that the Danser stays on as labor attorney. vehicle stop on an outstanding warrant. She in, but a search of the area revealed noth- Allstate. town would have to continue on the Mr. Haas, as he has done in years was transported to police headquarters, ing, authorities said. Drivers who switched to Allstate saved an fiscally prudent path it has traveled. prior, voted against four resolutions – The mayor touted efforts made over to appoint the labor attorney, to ob- average of $396* a year. So when you’re the last four years to eliminate or tain the services of the labor attorney, shopping for car insurance, call me first. reduce 27 town positions, and he to obtain the services of the town thanked all department heads for be- attorney and to appoint the auditor. You could be surprised by how much you’ll ing “team players.” “I’m voting against the next four save. Shuffling the deck slightly, the resolutions, and I just wanted to make mayor also announced his selections it clear why,” Mr. Haas said. “It has no Ron Bansky for chairmen and chairwomen of the reflection on the individuals involved. (800) 554 6964 four major council committees. I think we get tremendous service Mark Ciarrocca will shift from Pub- from the town attorney, labor attor- lic Safety Committee head to take the ney and auditor; they have done a reins of the Finance Policy Committee, tremendous job...However, I have, 519 South Ave West following the departure of Mr. Caruana. year in and year out, opposed ap- Westfield Jo Ann Neylan, who chaired the Public pointments of anyone on a no-bid [email protected] Works Committee, shifts to fill Mr. contract. On that basis solely, I’ll be Ciarrocca’s former chairman position voting against the resolutions.” on the Public Safety Committee. The council also voted to change To fill Ms. Neylan’s vacated seat the meeting of January 19, a Tuesday, Annual savings based on information reported nationally by new Allstate auto customers for policies atop the Public Works Committee, to the following day, January 20. Janu- written in 2008. Actual savings will vary. Frank Arena assumes the chairman- ary 19 is Mr. Christie’s swearing-in Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader Allstate New Jersey Property and Casualty Insurance Company: Bridgewater, NJ. © 2009 Allstate REORGANIZED...Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky, Lt. Governor-elect of New Insurance Company ship, the first time he has had the privi- as governor, and some council mem- Jersey Kim Guadagno and Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (LD-21, Westfield) have lege of leading a committee. Jim Foerst bers will be in attendance. a chat before the start of the Town of Westfield reorganization meeting January 5. USPS 485200 Thursday, January 7, 2010 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 51TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 01-2010 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] GOP Council Members Take Oath of Office in Fanwood By SUZETTE F. STALKER vember 3, when Mr. Manduca and Angela, and son, Forrest, 10, stood Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Mr. Szuch defeated Democratic coun- beside him for the ceremony. FANWOOD – Republican Coun- cil members Donna Dolce and David Congressman Lance, whose district cilmen Robert Manduca and Michael Valian, established a 3-3 bipartisan encompasses 54 municipalities in four Szuch took their oath of office before split on the council. Councilman An- counties, including Fanwood, con- a standing-room-only crowd that in- thony Parenti is the third Republican gratulated Mr. Manduca and Mr. Szuch cluded multiple former mayors and on the governing body dais. on being elected to the borough coun- former council members New Year’s Following the invocation given by cil. He also said he looked forward to Day during the governing body’s an- Rabbi Joel Abraham of Temple working with the entire municipal body nual reorganization meeting, which Sholom of Fanwood/Scotch Plains, on issues of national concern. began at noon in the Borough Coun- Congressman Leonard Lance (R-7th) Outgoing Union County Freeholder cil chambers. Both men are begin- administered the oath of office to the Chairman Alexander Mirabella of ning their inaugural terms on the coun- new councilmen. Rabbi Abraham also Fanwood, who won re-election in No- cil. Immediately following the meet- gave the benediction just prior to ad- vember and himself was sworn into ing, a reception was held in the Car- journment. Mr. Manduca’s wife, office for a new Freeholder term two riage House adjacent to Borough Hall. Victoria, accompanied him as he was days later, also wished Mr. Manduca The surprise double GOP win No- sworn into office. Mr. Szuch’s wife, and Mr. Szuch “the best of luck in their new terms.” Mr. Mirabella additionally thanked Congressman Lance for being a “true partner” at the federal and county lev- els, and wished Fanwood Mayor Col- leen Mahr “all the luck in the world” in 2010, particularly with what will still Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times be a challenging budget development I SWEAR…Freeholder Alexander Mirabella of Fanwood is sworn into his fifth, three-year term as a county freeholder process in the current fiscal climate. during the 153rd annual reorganization meeting held in the Union County Courthouse on January 3. His wife, Phyllis, and Following the election of Demo- their children, Alex and Micayla, hold the Bible. cratic Councilman Russell Huegel as council president and approval of the appointment of borough officials for the year 2010, Mayor Mahr adminis- Mayor Malool: ‘I Can’t Promise tered the oath of office to officers of the Fanwood Rescue Squad and Fanwood Fire Department, including new Fire Chief David Clausen and That Taxes Won’t Go Up in 2010’ Rescue Squad President Tom Kranz. By FRED T. ROSSI She did list “some good things” erative purchasing and shared ser- Officials also acknowledged that Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that occurred in 2009, including the vices with neighboring towns and the Lieutenant Richard Trigo would take SCOTCH PLAINS — Mayor Valentine’s Day dinner with veterans county, and she said a joint library over as Acting Fanwood Police Chief Nancy Malool warned residents on 11 months ago, the receipt of various with Fanwood should be considered.

Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-FanwoodTimes effective February 1, succeeding re- Tuesday of “plenty of challenges and grants for recreation, the schools and She proposed the creation of a long- READY TO SERVE…Congressman Leonard Lance (R-7th) administers the tiring Chief Donald Domanoski. roadblocks ahead,” and said the town- roadwork, the health department’s term capital plan for equipment, road- oath of office New Year’s Day to new Republican Councilmen Robert Manduca The reorganization meeting also ship council, which “made plenty of response to the H1N1 flu virus, the ways and facilities improvements, (bottom) and Michael Szuch (top) during the annual reorganization meeting of included adoption of by-laws for the tough decisions last year,” would need Memorial Day music festival that adding that “we need to do it wisely.” the Fanwood governing body. Mr. Manduca’s wife, Victoria, accompanies him, year 2010 and the governing body’s to make more again this year. drew thousands to the downtown busi- At the end of her brief remarks, the while Mr. Szuch’s wife, Angela, and son, Forrest, join him. appointments of Councilwoman Joan “I can’t promise you that taxes ness district and the fact that Scotch mayor promised that “Scotch Plains Wheeler and Councilwoman won’t go up,” the mayor said in her Plains “was the only town in Union will be a better place at the end of Katherine Mitchell as the council’s New Year’s message at the council’s County to have an increase in real 2010.” representatives to the Fanwood Plan- reorganization meeting. “I can’t estate prices” in 2009. The bulk of the reorganization ning Board and Union County Rev- promise you services won’t be cut The mayor called for the municipal meeting was devoted to appointments, enue Sharing Committee, respec- more, and I can’t promise you that government to “work closely with with Robert Pansulla reappointed as tively. Each councilwoman is return- there won’t be more reductions in our our business district and the Scotch township prosecutor, Casey Woodruff ing to her respective position. workforce.” Plains Management Corp. to increase named public defender and Matthew Officials additionally adopted the Her remarks came at the start of her business and address the needs of our Dorsi named as alternate defender. 2010 temporary municipal budget. second year as mayor and after a year commercial community.” Neither Township Attorney Brian The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times she called “probably one of the worst She said the council must “insure Levine nor Assistant Township Attor- was among the official media desig- years in most of our memories.” we implement the fairest, most accu- ney Lawrence Woodruff were for- nated for borough advertising in 2010. She ticked off a brief list of issues rate [sewer utility] fees possible” this mally reappointed to posts they have In her own remarks, Mayor Mahr contributing to a “difficult” 2009, in- year. She also called for improved held for several years, although both reflected how “the Borough of cluding state tax and spending cap communication via improvements to remain in their posts. Fanwood remains a wonderful, vi- mandates, municipal layoffs, the cre- the township’s website. Mayor Malool told The Scotch brant, close-knit community.” She ation of a separate sewer utility, re- The mayor also urged further Plains-Fanwood Times the two were welcomed Mr. Manduca and Mr. ductions in state aid and interest in- money-saving moves such as coop- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Szuch to the council, along with re- come, increases in township payments turning representatives. for insurance and pensions and a re- Mayor Mahr said the economy will duction in services. Dan Sullivan Named continue to be “the top story in 2010,” The mayor thanked her council CONGRATULATIONS...Fanwood Councilman Robert Manduca, right, with adding that the state is expected to colleagues and township employees his wife, Victoria, and Rep. Leonard Lance. push strongly for “substantial” shared for their efforts last year, and ac- UC Freeholder Chairman services among New Jersey munici- knowledged township manager Chris By GREG RYAN Mr. Sullivan told the packed court- palities. “I am ready to tackle the Marion, “who took over the reins Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times room of State Superior Judge Karen Sluka and Hak Take Office challenges that lie ahead and believe during a very difficult time and is ELIZABETH – Dan Sullivan was Cassidy, assignment judge for the strongly in Fanwood’s need to stay working hard to get us back on track.” chosen as the newly appointed Board Union County, that all 640 non-con- ahead of the curve as the best way to She also thanked township resi- of Union County Chosen Freehold- tractual employees, including direc- On Garwood Council control our own destiny,” she noted. dents, “most of whom recognized ers Chairman at the Union County tors, freeholders, and constitutional By LAUREN S. BARR will chair the Recreation Committee “We will continue to see private that we are doing our best, under- reorganization meeting on January 3. officials, once again would have their Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times and the Committee on Aging. Coun- individuals spend their money on in- stand the challenges we face and re- This appointment marks Mr. pay frozen. GARWOOD — At the Sunday af- cilman Hak will serve as the Mayor’s CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 main patient.” Sullivan’s third year as chairman, His said the county would work to ternoon Garwood re-organization Representative to the Garwood Li- previously serving in 1998 and 2000. help residents address gangs and meeting Democrat Councilman Keith brary, Councilman Sluka will serve He spoke of “helping people, mov- youth violence as well as to find ways Sluka was sworn in to his second as the School Board Liaison and New Members Are Sworn In ing Union County Forward.” He made the county can assist seniors and spe- term and Republican Councilman Tim Councilman Jonathan Linken will mention of “Go Green Year III,” which cial-needs persons within the county. Hak was sworn into his first term on serve on the Recreation Complex would produce solar panel installa- Another of his initiatives for 2010, he the Borough Council. Committee. As MS Council Reorganizes tions, and have a long-term goal of said, will be to increase the volunteer Councilman Stephen Napolitano Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th), who By MAGGIE DIGGORY will continue to look over us,” said developing bio diesel, and geother- base within the Medical Reserve was nominated and elected as the swore in Councilman Hak, addressed Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Mayor Mirabelli as he addressed the mal projects. Corps, and to educate the public on 2010 Council President. Robert the crowd pledging to have full body MOUNTAINSIDE – The council community before the plaque presen- Discussing the tough economic preparedness and prevention of com- Renaud was appointed as the Bor- screening devices in place at Newark chambers at Mountainside Borough tation. times not only on a Federal level, but municable diseases and the potential ough Attorney and Wayne Frew was Liberty International Airport. He Hall were filled to standing-room- Police Chief James Debbie, Jr., who also at the county taxpayer level, he third wave of the H1N1 virus. appointed as the fire chief for one- stated that despite the controversy only as the governing body reorga- also serves as borough administrator, said the county would still need to do Also sworn in to the Board of Union year terms. surrounding the devices, it is “more nized for 2010 Tuesday evening. presented multiple commendations more with less as he said the county County Chosen Freeholders was Mayor Dennis McCarthy an- important that the public be secure.” More than 40 Mountainside resi- to members of the borough’s police did last year. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 nounced the committee appointments Mayor McCarthy thanked the dents attended this first municipal gov- force for their role in apprehending for 2010. Councilman Anthony Sytko borough’s employees and volunteers ernment session of the new year. Mu- suspects in area crimes. Chief Debbie will chair the Buildings and Grounds in his annual address. He pledged to nicipal Judge James DeRose adminis- began his introductory remarks by and the Laws and Licenses Commit- continue to “strive to provide the best tered the oath of office to officers of noting “it’s hard to single out an of- tees. Councilman Louis Petruzzelli CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 the police and fire departments and the ficer. I applaud all of them.” rescue squad. Local district politicians, The first commendation went to including Assemblyman Jon first-year Patrolman Shaun Bendik, Bramnick, Assemblywoman Nancy for his role in the June 28 apprehen- Munoz and Senator Thomas Kean, Jr., sion of a burglar who crashed his briefly addressed those gathered be- stolen getaway car on Route 22 in fore heading off to other district mu- Springfield, after being chased by nicipal reorganization meetings. Patrolman Bendik, who spotted the “You (the borough of suspect parked outside an unoccu- Mountainside) have set a great ex- pied new home. The suspect then fled ample for the rest of the state to to a nearby riverbed, where Spring- follow,” said Asm. Bramnick. “We field police captured him using a ther- will continue to work for you,” added mal imaging camera, Chief Debbie Asw. Munoz. recounted in his remarks. The memory of Mountainside’s Also commended were Detectives recently deceased mayor, Robert F. Michael Jackson, Richard A. Huber Viglianti, was honored throughout and Thomas Norton, whose work on the 45-minute meeting. Mayor Paul a December 2008 burglary case on Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Mirabelli presented the Viglianti fam- Deer Path led to the June 2009 arrest SCOTCH PLAINS 2010...Mayor Nancy Malool and Deputy Mayor Dominick ily with a plaque, a copy of which of two gang members, as well as one Bratti address the audience at Tuesday night’s municipal government reorgani- also will hang in the council cham- of the 10 most wanted suspects in zation meeting in Scotch Plains. bers, honoring Mayor Viglianti’s Essex County. “I applaud you for Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times PAGE INDEX many years of community service. your diligence of duty,” concluded GARWOOD TERM BEGINS…Tim Hak takes the oath of office from Rep. Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 7 Real Estate .... 9-14 Leonard Lance (R-7th) to become the newest member of the Garwood Borough Incoming Mayor Mirabelli is only Chief Debbie. the third mayor in Mountainside in Mayor Mirabelli’s first message to Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 14 Classifieds .... 13 Council during the borough’s annual reorganization meeting on New Year’s Day, Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 9-14 A&E ...... 15-16 as his wife, Peggy, and children look on. the last 30 years. “He (Mr. Viglianti) CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Scotch Plains - Fanwood Times only Page 8 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication Scotch Plains Council Organizes for 2010

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 not reappointed on Tuesday “because were appointed to the planning board we are restructuring our legal team, along with Mayor Malool and Robert and we haven’t made any final deci- LaCosta. Theodore Spera was named sions yet.” as an alternate member. Ken Ander- Republican Councilman Dominick son and Karyn Steele were appointed Bratti was named deputy mayor for to the zoning board of adjustment, 2010 and pronounced himself “very and Llewellyn Jones was named as an honored.” Mayor Malool thanked alternate. Councilman Jeffrey Strauss for his Union County Freeholder service as deputy mayor last year, Alexander Mirabella, as well as Courtesy of Tom Kranz saying he had served “very ably and former mayors Mauro Checchio, Joan TAKING THE OATH...The Fanwood Rescue Squad is sworn in on New Year’s very capably.” Papen, William McClintock and Mar- Day. Pictured, left to right, are: Jeffrey Downing, first lieutenant; Tom FitzGibbon, Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times second lieutenant (obscured by Mayor Colleen Mahr); Nancy Mustachio, vice- NEW YEAR, NEW TERM...Lt. Governor-elect of New Jersey Kim Guadagno, Councilwoman Mary DePaola, tin Marks, attended the 30-minute president; Tom Kranz, president; Jeffrey Carr, training officer; Melissa Padulsky, pictured right, swears in Andy Skibitsky, left, for another term as mayor of Paulette Coronato and Alice Agran reorganization session. captain; Robert Kruthers, treasurer/chaplain; Patricia Buckridee, sergeant, and Westfield during the Town of Westfield reorganization meeting January 5. His John Oatis, recording secretary. wife Debbie and son look on. First Lt. Governor Guadagno Swears POLICE BLOTTER In Westfield Mayor Skibitsky By MICHAEL J. POLLACK anything is possible.” Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Judge Joseph Greenaway, Jr., nominee WESTFIELD – An overflow crowd, to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals by Westfield standing warrant. She was transported filled with dignitaries from all levels of President Barack Obama, swore in Mr. Wednesday, December 30, Keisha to police headquarters, where she was government, greeted Westfield’s two new- Della Fera, who assumes the seat previ- L. Wallace, 37, of Westfield was ar- processed and released. est council members, Sam Della Fera and ously held by Sal Caruana, who decided rested after responding to Westfield Sunday, January 3, Anthony Keith Loughlin, who took their seats on not to seek re-election in Ward 1. Mr. police headquarters to satisfy an out- Niemczyk, 21, of Fanwood was ar- the dais along with re-elected Mayor Andy Della Fera had bested Democrat Janice standing Hillside warrant in the amount rested and charged with obstruction of Skibitsky and returning council members Siegel in November. of $165. Wallace was released after justice after an officer responded to a Vicki Kimmins and David Haas on Tues- Noting the cavalcade of politicians in posting bail. report of a disturbance at a Park Av- day night. attendance, some of who were adminis- Wednesday, December 30, Steven enue restaurant. He was transported to The most high-profile guest, Lieuten- tering oaths of office during the meeting, ant Governor-elect Kim Guadagno, swore including Ms. Guadagno, Judge F. Cancelliere, 19, of Clark was ar- police headquarters, where he was pro- in Mayor Skibitsky, who won a re-elec- Greenaway asked jokingly, “Next time rested and charged with exhibiting a cessed and released. tion bid by defeating Democrat Bill you’re sworn in, who are you going to go false government document (driver’s Fanwood Brennan. Four years ago, Mayor Skibitsky with? I know [Supreme Court] Justice license), attempting to purchase alco- Tuesday, December 22, a 23-year- was sworn in by the Governor-elect, Chris [Samuel] Alito... Do you want the Presi- hol underage and misrepresentation of old female from Scotch Plains came to Christie, who will assume the governor- dent?” age to purchase alcohol following an headquarters to report that a 22-year- ship on Tuesday, January 19. Senator Kean gave the oath of office to investigation at an establishment on old female acquaintance from Clark New Jersey’s first lieutenant governor, returning Second Ward Councilwoman Tom Fortunato for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the 700 block of Central Avenue. He assaulted her at a South Avenue estab- Ms. Guadagno also will serve as secre- Vicki Kimmins, who ran unopposed. MOUNTAINSIDE MAYOR...Mayor Paul Mirabelli addresses the audience at was released on his own recognizance lishment by pulling her hair, punching tary of state. After swearing in the mayor, James Hely, Union County Superior Tuesday night’s reorganization meeting. Mr. Mirabelli was appointed in Novem- she said, “I just wanted to say that it was Court judge, administered the oaths to ber to replace former Mayor Robert Viglianti, who passed away late last year. with summonses. her in the face and throwing her to the my first time standing in for Chris. He returning councilman Mr. Haas and Wednesday, December 30, Sheila ground. The incident is under investi- wanted to come, but he also wanted to newly-elected Mr. Loughlin; in 2009, the Policastro, 20, of Union and Alicia gation. give the lieutenant governor a shot at men defeated Tom Delaney and incum- Feliciano, 33, of North Plainfield were Thursday, December 24, James H. saying the oath.” bent Tom Bigosinski, respectively. arrested and charged with shoplifting Gabriel, 46, of Fanwood was arrested She acknowledged the presence of State Many other dignitaries attended the Mountainside Reorganization at a business on the 600 block of West on an outstanding warrant out of Clark Senator Tom Kean, Jr., Bill Palatucci and reorganization meeting, including outgo- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 North Avenue. Both were released with after a field investigation on Midway ing Union County Freeholder Chairman Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, whom she the borough council and the citizens in by Judge DeRose during the reor- summonses pending a January 6 court Avenue. He was transported to police called a “great friend and ally.” Al Mirabella; former Westfield mayors date. headquarters, where he was processed She concluded her remarks by thank- Tom Jardim, Ron Frigerio and Allen Chin; of Mountainside invoked the memory ganization meeting. Additionally, the ing the mayor’s family. judges Brenda Cuba and Thomas Walsh; of his predecessor as he carried on the council unanimously approved 21 Wednesday, December 30, Anton and released after posting bail. “I know what sacrifices you had to former council members Mr. Bigosinski, tradition of giving an annual message resolutions during the meeting. The Miskovich, 58, of Colonia was ar- Saturday, December 26, Patricia make in the last couple of years now,” she Mr. Caruana and Peter Echausse, as well to the community. “I’m truly humbled public was invited to a reception after rested in the area of Rahway Avenue Flesch, 56, of Springfield was arrested, said. “I have to tell you that it is an as local Democratic Party Chairman Ken to be mayor,” he began. Mayor the meeting’s adjournment. and Green Briar Court and charged after a motor vehicle accident on amazing experience we’re going through Rotter and representatives from the Mirabelli’s message emphasized the with driving while intoxicated (DWI). Martine Avenue, and charged with driv- right now. We’re going to need your Westfield Board of Education – Superin- importance that volunteerism has He was transported to Westfield police ing while intoxicated (DWI). Her ve- hopes. We’re going to need your prayers, tendent Margaret Dolan, Julia Walker, headquarters, processed and released hicle was towed and she was trans- Rich Matessich and Ginny Leiz. played in making the Borough of but it is New Jersey, and in New Jersey, Mountainside “the community that it Fanwood to a responsible individual. ported to police headquarters, where is,” and he mentioned a New York CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Friday, January 1, Brendon she was processed and released to a Times article citing the borough as a vesting in Fanwood,” Mayor Mahr Romanski, 36, of Cranford was ar- responsible adult. No injuries were “hidden gem.” said, noting that three new businesses rested at Cranford police headquarters reported, police said. Mayor Mirabelli commended the have opened in Fanwood in the past on an outstanding Westfield traffic Monday, December 28, Peter A. police department as “second to none year and a fourth is expected soon. warrant in the amount of $99. Bail was Cardillo, 54, of Marlton was arrested as we’ve seen in the awards given out She also reported that Fanwood’s re- posted and a court date was to be following a motor vehicle stop on South tonight.” He called the borough’s fire development agency recently desig- announced. Avenue on an outstanding Mount Lau- department the “best company in the nated redeveloper Elite Properties to Friday, January 1, a Connecticut rel warrant. He was transported to po- county.” Mayor Mirabelli also develop the former Sovereign Bank Street resident found a wallet at a bank lice headquarters, where he was pro- thanked the rescue squad for provid- property on South Avenue. located on the 500 block of East North cessed and released after posting bail. ing “life-saving service,” as he expe- Among other borough successes, Avenue. The wallet was surrendered to Tuesday, December 29, Vincent rienced firsthand after falling off his Mayor Mahr highlighted Fanwood’s Westfield police headquarters and sub- Nevello, 41, of Fanwood was arrested roof two years ago. 98-percent tax-collection rate, the sequently returned to its owner, a resi- on an outstanding Fanwood warrant As for the borough council, Mr. work of the Budget Advisory Task dent of Eaglecroft Road. following a motor vehicle stop on the Mirabelli continued, “We have expe- Force she created in 2009, the senior Friday, January 1, David P. Ranaldo, 200 block of Forest Road. He was rience. We also have new blood. We handyman program and the planned 39, of Westfield was arrested at transported to police headquarters, now have the second councilwoman celebration of the Fanwood train Westfield police headquarters on a where he was processed and released in the history of Mountainside station’s 125th anniversary. She also Mountainside traffic warrant. He was after posting bail. (Deanna Andre).” expressed gratitude to all borough processed and released after posting Wednesday, December 30, employees and those who serve in $200 bail. A court date was to be set. Shakemah L. Lytle-Johnson, 26, of Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Ms. Andre was appointed to a one- NEW CHAIRMAN…Freeholder Dan Sullivan takes the oath as chairman of the year term to replace Mr. Mirabelli on volunteer capacities for their efforts Saturday, January 2, a resident of Elizabeth was arrested following a Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders at Sunday’s county reorganization the borough council when he was on behalf of the community. “Thank the 100 block of East Grove Street motor vehicle stop on an outstanding meeting as Elizabeth Mayor Chris Bollwage administers the oath of office. appointed mayor of Mountainside. you all – and I look forward to work- reported that the back window of her warrant out of Newark. He was trans- Ms. Andre, as well as re-elected Coun- ing with you throughout the year,” automobile was damaged through an ported to police headquarters, where cilman William Lane, were also sworn she said. apparent act of criminal mischief. The he was processed and released after damage likely occurred during the posting bail. overnight hours. Wednesday, December 30, Keith S. Sunday, January 3, Wilkens Philippe, Autocunas, 31, of Plainfield was ar- Union County Reorganization Jr., 22, of Plainfield was arrested on an rested following a motor vehicle stop CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 outstanding Clark traffic warrant in on an outstanding warrant out of former chairman Alexander ners put in place at the Newark Lib- the amount of $89 during a motor Cranford. He was transported to po- Mirabella; Deborah Scanlon, who was erty International Airport for safety vehicle stop at West South Avenue and lice headquarters, where he was pro- named vice-chairman to the board, reasons. Downer Street. He was transported to cessed and released after posting bail. and Mohamed Jalloh who was sworn The full chairman’s address can be Westfield police headquarters, pro- Sunday, January 3, Christopher J. in for his first term as freeholder. found online at ucnj.org/freeholders/ cessed and released after posting bail. Braxton, 49, of Aulander, N.C. was James LaCorte was took the office chair_annual_address.html. Sunday, January 3, a resident of the arrested on outstanding warrants out for a third term as Union County 900 block of West North Avenue re- of Newark, Linden and Asbury Park. Surrogate. Rescue Squads Face ported an act of criminal mischief, in He was transported to police head- Mr. LaCorte reminded everyone which unknown persons set off fire- quarters, where he was processed and how the yearly meeting was always Impending Budget Cuts works comprised of a large tube filled turned over to the Linden Police De- an issue with Jets and Giant fans, but FANWOOD – Tom Kranz, president with mortar-style rounds. The fire- partment for failure to post bail. this year the Giants were done and of the Fanwood Rescue Squad, reports works caused dents and charring to the Sunday, January 3, Noel J. Jets were kind enough to move their that one of the major challenges for 2010 resident’s awning and set fire to a Demarsico, 47, of Fanwood was ar- will be paying for ongoing training and nearby bush. rested on an outstanding Rahway war- game to the night slot. recertification of EMT’s due to the elimi- Charlotte DeFilippo, chairwoman Sunday, January 3, Alexandrina rant after a motor vehicle stop. He was nation last year of the EMT Training Gallego, 18, of Westfield was arrested transported to police headquarters, of the Democratic Committee, kicked Fund by the Corzine administration. The off the reorganization meeting by fund paid for all new and ongoing training during a motor vehicle stop on the where he was processed and released speaking of the 20 years of improve- for volunteer EMT’s in New Jersey. 1200 block of Rahway Avenue and after posting bail. ments she has seen under the Demo- Volunteers are the primary providers charged with possession of drug para- Sunday, January 3, Marcus T. cratic control in the county. She then of EMS in hundreds of towns across the phernalia and possession of alcohol Marcelus, 25, of Elizabeth was ar- introduced many special guests in- state including Fanwood, Scotch Plains underage. She was transported to rested on an outstanding Elizabeth cluding, but not limited to, state Sena- and Westfield, and save the towns mil- Westfield police headquarters, pro- warrant after a motor vehicle stop on lions of dollars in salaries and benefits, cessed and released on her own recog- South Avenue. He was transported to tor Tom Kean, Jr. (LD-21, Westfield), Mr. Kranz said. Assemblymen Jon Bramnick (LD- nizance. police headquarters, where he was pro- “We are waiting to see what, if anything, Scotch Plains cessed and released after posting bail. 21, Westfield), Raymond Lesniak Governor-elect Christie has in mind for (LD-20, Union) and Joseph Cryan replacing the EMT Training Fund. Unfor- Monday, December 28, a resident of Monday, January 4, Maryann (LD-20, Union). tunately, faced with a massive deficit, Mr. Country Club Lane reported that some- Robinson, 47, of Plainfield was ar- Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7) also Christie has already telegraphed that bud- one entered her apartment and removed rested on outstanding warrants out of spoke at the meeting, and said he get cuts of 25 percent or more may be several hundred dollars in cash and Fanwood and Plainfield after a field plans to push to have full-body scan- necessary to keep the state from going electronics valued at approximately investigation. She was transported to bankrupt. While it’s good to think posi- $400. police headquarters, where she was tively, it’s also prudent to prepare for the Monday, December 28, a resident of processed and turned over to the worst, which means volunteer squads across Jerusalem Road reported that some- Plainfield Police Department. New Jersey coming up with new formulas one dumped garbage on his front lawn Mountainside Garwood to pay for training. It could be left to each and then drove away. Wednesday, December 30, police CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 individual EMT to pay for his/her training, their squad, their local government, their Monday, December 28, a resident of responded to a report of a robbery on to all our citizens.” Acknowledging local corporate sponsors or some combina- Essex Road reported that someone re- Camelot Court. According to police, the difficult financial times, both na- tion of all four,” said Mr. Kranz. moved her mailbox valued at approxi- the female victim pulled her motor tionally and personally, Mayor mately $65 from the front of her house. vehicle off of Route 22 onto Camelot McCarthy said his goal is to “con- SP Schedules 2010 Thursday, December 31, a landlord Court to inspect her tire after striking a tinue to work with a tight belt” but to of an East Second Street residence pothole. The victim told police that the maintain services. Hypertension Clinics reported that his downstairs tenant was suspect came from the east side woods He said that the governing body SCOTCH PLAINS — The 2010 Hy- harassing him over an ongoing dis- and grabbed her hair while holding an will continue to look for ratables that pertension Clinics sponsored by the Scotch pute. unknown object to her neck, authori- Plains Health Department will take place do not negatively impact the bor- at the Scotch Plains Public Library, lo- Saturday, January 2, David ties reported. The suspect said, “don’t ough, investigate shared services and cated on Bartle Avenue, between 10 a.m. Gunthorpe, 32, of Plainfield was ar- scream” and demanded she give him continue to apply for grant money. and noon on the second Tuesday of each rested on an outstanding warrant after her jacket, boots, wallet and keys and The mayor stated that because of grant month. The clinics are scheduled for Janu- a motor vehicle stop. He was trans- then attempted to steal the vehicle and money that the borough “hope(s) to ary 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, ported to police headquarters, where the belongings, but the vehicle stalled, break ground this year” on a new May 11, June 8, September 14, October he was processed and released. police reported. He then approached athletic complex. 12, November 9, and December 14. No Saturday, January 2, Keir Monot, 38, the victim, slapped her in the face, told Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “I have grown up here and raised clinics are scheduled in July or August. of Centerville, Va. was arrested on a her “you’re lucky” and ran northeast I SWEAR…During the 153rd annual Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- my family here,” Mayor McCarthy Residents who are over the age of 30 warrant after a motor vehicle stop. He into the woods, police reports stated. ers reorganization meeting held January 3 in the Union County Courthouse, the and smoke, or are overweight, or have a was transported to police headquarters, The Scotch Plains Police Department following, pictured, from top, were sworn in: Bernice Jalloh administers the oath said. “Garwood is a special place…a family history of heart disease or diabe- of office to her son, Freeholder Mohamed Jalloh of Roselle; Judge Karen Cassidy small town with a big heart.” He com- tes, and who have not had their blood where he was processed and released. and the Union County Sheriff’s De- administers the oath of office to Surrogate James LaCorte. His wife, Pamela, holds municated an “open door” policy and pressure checked recently, are urged to Sunday, January 3, Jennifer Greene, partment K-9 unit were called in, but a the Bible; Freeholder Deborah Scanlon of Union is accompanied by her family at asked that residents continue to voice attend. For more information, call (732) 42, of Somerset was arrested follow- search of the area revealed nothing, the ceremony. their concerns to the governing body. 827-2158. ing a motor vehicle stop on an out- authorities said. goleader online supplement We’ll Help Your Business The Westfield Leader www.goleader.com [email protected] (908) 232-4407

Get Back On Track Continue to the next page ==> Page 2 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Lance: ‘We Need A Glide Fourth Gen. Soldier of WF Path To Fiscal Sanity’ Fights War in Middle East By HORACE CORBIN and India will not sign on [to an international By CHRISTINA M. HINKE in Iraq, he said his battalion had “lost only MICHAEL POLLACK agreement]” on climate change, he said, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times one soldier in Iraq, which is very, very Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and believes the United Sates should not WESTFIELD — On Christmas Eve, low for a 3,500-soldier formation.” WESTFIELD — On whether or not move ahead unilaterally. the mayor of Westfield presented the “I think most soldiers would say it’s the healthcare-reform bill will pass, Con- He favors nuclear power as the main following proclamtion to Major Joseph our job. So, it’s what we train to do all the gressman Leonard Lance (R-7) said, “I solution to the nation’s energy indepen- Boscia: “Now, therefore, be it proclaimed time,” he said of the general feeling of get the sense the administration wants a dence, he said. “We have not built a that I, Mayor Andrew K. Skibitsky, on fighting the war in the Middle East. bill on the President’s desk. The particu- nuclear power plant [in the U.S.] since behalf of the good citizens of the Town “If the public keeps supporting the lars are not important. I predict there will the 1970s,” he said. He said nuclear of Westfield, hereby commend and thank soldiers like they have been, I think that is be a bill voted on, yes.” power is safe and that France has solved Major Joseph W. ‘JB’ Boscia for his a great morale booster for the soldiers Mr. Lance said most of the constituent the problem of radioactive wastes. valor and steadfast commitment to serv- themselves being gone from home that calls to his office are regarding the When asked how nuclear power would ing his fellow citizens in defense of long. We are going to go over and do a healthcare bill, and about 70 percent solve America’s dependence on foreign democracy and pursuit of freedom job, and I know the public support is oppose it. oil, which is used predominantly for throughout the world.” Major Boscia waning quite a bit for Afghanistan from Rep. Lance discussed a host of topics gasoline for automobiles, Mr. Lance said has served in the armed forced since his what it had been. There is still an oppor- with editors of The Westfield Leader and he believes the nation has the technical ROTC days while attending Dayton Uni- tunity to make things better and possibly The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times on means on the horizon to produce electric Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times versity studying engineering. Since turn things around. We ask the public to Monday, ranging from national security, cars. CONGRESSIONAL CHALLENGES...Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7) reviews na- graduating, he entered the U.S. Army give us a little longer and let us do what the economy, terrorism, energy inde- He said the coal-fired power plants in tional issues with editor Michael Pollack, pictured right, last Monday in the office Corps of Engineers and after 15 years we need to do and hopefully it will bear pendence and the upcoming national Pennsylvania and Ohio are polluting the of The Westfield Leader and The Times in Westfield. Amanda Woloshen, pictured holds the rank of major in the 101st fruit.” elections for Congress. air migrating toward New Jersey. center, of Mr. Lance’s staff, looks on. Airborne Division Rakkasans. The general public in Iraq and Af- Mr. Lance serves on the House of “There’s no debate about that we are This month, the fourth-generation sol- ghanistan, he said, just want to provide Representatives Financial Services Com- breathing dirty air from Ohio and Penn- Rep. Lance Interview (continued) dier will leave behind his wife Nancy and for their families. And in Afghanistan, the mittee. There are 70 congressmen on the sylvania coal. New Jersey relies 15 per- two children, Alexis, 10, and Joseph, 7, to living situation is in worse shape than committee (29 Republicans and 41 cent on coal. Pennsylvania and Ohio rely over 10 years, Blue Cross Blue Shield District changes would go into effect in fight the war in the Middle East. “To Iraq. “Iraq looks like a first-world coun- Democrats), the largest committee in the on 85 to 90 percent coal,” he said. and Mutual of Omaha of that state be- 2012. them, I go to work like anyone else, but try compared to Afghanistan,” he said. House. He said during the meetings, he Returning to the discussion of the coming exempt from annual fees on in- On the politics of Washington, Mr. I’m gone a lot more than other dads,” he “They just want the basics to be able to gets about five minutes to ask questions healthcare bill and the two different ver- surers and a physician-owned hospital Lance said, “I haven’t seen as much said of his children. live life and not have to worry about of those such as Secretary of the Trea- sions from the Senate and the House, he getting referrals from doctors who own bipartisanship as I would have liked. As Before he heads back to his serve his duty someone coming in and killing them all of sury Timothy Geithner and Federal Re- said a conference committee would be it – Mr. Lance paused, then said Senator an example, I am part of a Tuesday lunch in the conflict, he and his family traveled the time, which is what they had for the serve Chairman Ben Bernanke. formed to merge it into one new bill. Mr. Nelson held out to the end to become the group. We made a proposal on healthcare from their home in Clarksville, Tenn. on last 30 years,” he said. He said he is still in the “trying to do Lance said his chances of being selected 60th vote in the Senate. Mr. Lance said to have medical malpractice reform, al- base at Fort Campbell, Ky. to spend a “It looks like a lot of the issues are the something” phase, rather than thinking to serve on the conference committee are he thinks the senator’s re-election bid is low buying insurance across state lines couple weeks back home in Westfield with same [as in Iraq]. It comes down to the about his re-election this fall, because of about “one in a trillion.” in trouble. and to have young people stay on their Major Boscia’s parents and siblings, and to people getting security and decent eco- the economic problems faced by the na- Mr. Lance said he has serious con- When asked about terrorism and the parents’ policies longer.” visit his inlaws in Ohio. nomic opportunities and the essential ser- tion. cerns about the healthcare bill in that it Christmas underwear bomber in the “If [Senate Majority Leader Harry] Major Boscia fought in Iraq for 13 vices for basic life – sewer, water, trash, He said various authorities in Wash- contains “not one iota” of tort reform, Detroit-bound air flight, he said the coun- Reid and [Speaker of the House Nancy] months in 2007 and 2008, and this time he electricity… Those are the things they ington feel that the economy may begin to buying insurance across state lines has try was very close to a disaster. Regard- Pelosi permitted a debate on tort reform, will head to Afghanistan to work with the need that we can provide for them as the improve during the second half of 2010. not been incorporated, there is forced ing U.S. Secretary of Homeland Secu- this [would have been productive and Afghan border police on security. While U.S. military.” Unfortunately, he said unemployment is enrollment that might be unconstitu- rity Janet Napolitano, he said her com- helpful]. I am highly critical of them [for a “lagging indicator” and that unemploy- tional, and $500 billion is being taken ment that the “system worked” was un- not doing so]. There is, overall, a lack of ment is likely to remain in double digits. from Medicare. He was especially con- fortunate. “I suspect Congress is going bipartisan cooperation. Such fiscal problems, Mr. Lance said, cerned about the immediate tax to be to investigate the incident fully. I’m not “Even back in the 1990s when [Presi- have led to a “national security issue.” assessed on medical devices, which calling for her (Napolitano) resignation,” dent] Clinton and [Speaker] Gingrich He strongly advocates moving toward would be “harmful” to New Jersey, what he said. were battling, they accomplished a great a balanced budget though he admitted it he called the “medical chest” of the world. “I favor the new screening [mecha- deal. I predict the GOP is likely to pick is not achievable in just one year. He said “I’m not going to do anything to hurt nisms] and techniques at Newark [Lib- up seats and that Democrats would real- he credits former President Bill Clinton my own district,” he said. erty] International Airport. I feel the in- ize the importance of bipartisanship,” he and former House speaker Newt Gingrich On the constitutionality of the vasion is minor, and the security con- said. for having achieved a balanced budget in healthcare bill, Mr. Lance said, the ques- cerns far outweigh the privacy concerns When asked if Congress could ever the 1990s. tion is – “can Congress mandate the that exist,” he said. act in a non-partisan manner, such as Mr. Lance said there are those in Con- purchase of insurance? This is an open As to how intelligence reports on Umar putting patriotism first, Mr. Lance said gress who advocate for a second stimu- constitutional question,” he said. Sen. Farouk Abdulmutallab, the underwear everything is organized and arranged to lus bill, “something we may be voting on [Orrin] Hatch (R-Utah) has said it is bomber, did not result in preventive ac- work in Washington along a two-party in a month or two.” He said he does not unconstitutional. “I imagine there will tion, Mr. Lance said he was dismayed at system. “You’re either a Democrat or a support a second stimulus bill and had be a challenge to the bill,” he said. the breakdown of the anti-terrorism mea- Republican,” he said. questioned where the money for the first “I predict the Supreme Court will hear sures that were put in place since 9/11. Mr. Lance’s office is located on North stimulus package was spent. the challenge [to the healthcare bill] and On international affairs, he said, “Iraq Avenue in Westfield, next to State Sena- will vote 5-4. The decision will have is different than Afghanistan. Afghani- tor Tom Kean, Jr. Assemblyman Jon The nation is $12 trillion in debt, and Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the previous fiscal year alone, debt four liberals, four conservatives and one stan is a difficult situation. It’s rural, Bramnick is in Westfield, and Rich Bag- OPERATION AFGHANISTAN…Major Joseph “JB” Boscia, pictured far right, was $1.4 trillion, he said, further noting swing vote — Anthony Kennedy,” he mountainous, and our greatest challenge ger of Westfield was recently named heads to Afghanistan this month for a sixth-month tour. His father, Joe, a third- that the current fiscal year is heading said. there is the (southern) border with Paki- chief of staff to Governor-elect Chris generation soldier, and reporter Christina M. Hinke stand with him. towards a similar result. “The debt is out He also predicted “there will be a big stan. Al-Qaeda is now in Pakistan and in Christie. Mr. Lance said the men are of control. This is the highest debt as a fight over the Stupak Amendment (part Yemen. I anticipate us moving from an always conferencing with each other on percentage of GNP [Gross National Prod- of the House healthcare bill designed to Afghanistan-Pakistan discussion to [in- federal and state issues. Christie Seeks Nominations of uct] since 1945. We need a glide path to keep abortion funding out).” corporating] Yemen” [the next front of “Richard Bagger is my closest friend return to fiscal sanity,” he said. “I voted for the Stupak Amendment. terror], he said. in politics [having served together in the Everyday Heroes in State In terms of New Jersey’s fiscal sanity, Republicans voted for the amendment. As required by the U.S. Constitution, State Assembly and Senate]. Though I STATE — Governor-elect Chris Five of the nominees will be selected to he said, “I feel the most significant Remember, it took 30 centrists Demo- “The census will occur April 1, 2010, don’t live in Westfield, like the others, I Christie is seeking nominations of every- attend the inauguration. amendment I’ve voted on [as a New crats [voting for the amendment] to get and there is discussion about whether have a presence in Westfield,” he said. day heroes in communities across the Christie and his Lt. Governor Kim Jersey state legislator] is my Constitu- the measure passed,” Mr. Lance said. New Jersey will lose a congressional Mr. Lance said he would return to state. The theme of Mr. Christie’s inaugu- Guadagno will be sworn in at the Trenton tional amendment prohibiting borrow- When asked about “Nebraska Gate” – seat,” Mr. Lance said. “This counts ev- Washington soon for the next session of ration on Tuesday, January 19, is “Re- War Memorial at noon. Space is limited ing without public approval,” he said. where Senator Ben Nelson (D-Nebraska) eryone (not just citizens). I support count- Congress, which will last through June. building New Jersey Together: Pride and the event is by invitation only. On energy, Mr. Lance said he believes voted for the healthcare bill in exchange ing everyone. I hope there is a full, After June, Congress adjourns for cam- through Service and Community,” and There will be a mass at Newark Cathe- the cap-and-trade bill will not be brought for the federal government paying complete count. Some believe in only paigning for the November Election. during the event the new governor plans dral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, which is up in the Senate this year. “China and Nebraska’s Medicaid of $100 million counting citizens.” “I believe I was sent to Washington to to honor everyday heroes. also invitation only. 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The Westfield Leader and The Times A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 7, 2010 Page 3 Bagger: ‘Everything is on County Clerk No Longer The Table’ To Fix State Deficit Issues County ID Cards By MICHAEL J. POLLACK and Christie. ELIZABETH – Union County According to Ms. Rajoppi, signifi- HORACE CORBIN “That will be a hallmark of his admin- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Clerk Joanne Rajoppi announced that cant changes mandated by the federal istration,” Mr. Bagger said. “He’s stay- effective January 1, the Union County government through the Department WESTFIELD – Given the magnitude ing with it (what he preached on the Clerk’s Office will no longer issue of Homeland Security require that of New Jersey’s fiscal problem, “every- campaign trail).” county identification (ID) cards. Citi- government-issued ID cards meet thing is on the table” in terms of rem- Mr. Bagger – who has known Mr. zens requiring an official photo ID heightened security requirements. edying it, Richard Bagger, chief of staff Christie since the early 1990s, when the are urged to obtain one or both of the Under the stringent new “REAL ID” to Governor-elect Chris Christie, told Governor-elect was a player in the Mor- The Westfield Leader and The Scotch ris County political scene – said it is following documents recognized by federal guidelines, identification cards Plains-Fanwood Times in a sit-down “exciting” to get to work, considering the federal government under the new issued by county clerks will no longer interview last Thursday. the “magnitude of the challenge” faced “REAL ID” guidelines: a U.S. Pass- be accepted by any federal agency or Mr. Bagger, a former Westfield mayor by the state. port Book and/or a U.S. Passport Card, for any other official purpose. and councilman and state legislator, said Two weeks after being asked to lead which can be applied for at the Union Passport application forms may be New Jersey is “rapidly working its way” the transition team’s taskforce, Mr. Bag- County Clerk’s offices in Elizabeth obtained at the county clerk’s main to becoming one of the five most finan- ger was approached by the governor- and Westfield. office in the Union County Court- cially distressed states in the nation. elect about the chance to serve as chief During the months of January and house at 2 Broad Street in Elizabeth Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times California, the state in the most dire of staff. THE JOB AHEAD...Richard Bagger, pictured center, discusses his new job as chief February, the two offices will waive or at the county clerk’s office annex at straits fiscally, is a “cautionary tale” for “It’s an extraordinary opportunity at a of staff to New Jersey Governor-elect Chris Christie during an interview last week the normal $10 fee for having a pho- 300 North Avenue East in Westfield. Mr. Christie, who assumes the gover- very important time. For someone who in the office of The Westfield Leader and The Times in Westfield. Pictured, left to tograph taken when applying for a Applications for passports and re- norship on Tuesday, January 19, Mr. cares about New Jersey as much as I do, right, are: publisher Horace Corbin, Mr. Bagger and editor Michael Pollack. passport book or passport card. “The lated information also can be found Bagger said. to [have a chance at seeing] government free passport photo is our way of online at ucnj.org/ctyclerk/ “[California] is the result of the path do a better job serving the state and the trying to reduce your travel expenses passport.html. we’re on, and our time is growing less people, it’s an opportunity of a life- Chungloy of SP Graduates a bit and encourage you to get your The Westfield Annex is the only and less [to change course],” Mr. Bag- time,” he said. passport ready for spring and sum- county clerk’s office in the state that ger said before detailing the gravity of Mr. Bagger told The Leader and The New Jersey’s situation. Times that he would leave his post as mer vacations,” Ms. Rajoppi said. is open during evening hours. The In the current fiscal year – which senior vice-president of government re- Special Forces Training Westfield Annex is open from 8 a.m. began on July 1, 2009, and ends on June lations at Pfizer, where he had worked SCOTCH PLAINS — Army Spec. infantry training, the private first class Non-Profits Invited to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thurs- 30, 2010 – there is a $1-billion hole. The for the last 16-and-a-half years, in mid- Michael Chungloy has graduated received training in drill and cer- days; from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mon- following fiscal year, if all programs January. from the Special Forces Candidate emony, weapons employment, map To Networking Session days, Wednesdays and Fridays, and continue and revenues stay as projected, A Westfield councilman at 23, a mayor One-Station Unit Training at Fort reading, tactics, military customs and UNION – Non-profit organizations on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the gap is closer to $10 billion, he said. at 30 and a legislator by 31, Mr. Bagger, Benning, Columbus, Ga. courtesies, military justice, physical are invited to a networking session on The telephone number at the Westfield Long-term, once pension debt and now 49, said he cherishes having the Spec. Chungloy is the son of Harold fitness, road marches, first aid skills, Tuesday, January 26, sponsored by Annex is (908) 654-9859. unfunded mandates are calculated, New opportunity to experience several dif- Chungloy of Black Birch Road in and Army history, core values and through the Union County Office of The Elizabeth office is open from Jersey has a $100-billion shortfall, he ferent careers. Scotch Plains. traditions. Additional training in- Cultural and Heritage Affairs. The 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday said. One of the many things that “ap- During the first 14 weeks of basic cluded development of basic combat session will be held from 6:30 to 9 through Friday, and has English- and “It’s very serious. We have to caution pealed” to him about the chief of staff p.m. at the Elizabethtown Gas Com- Spanish-speaking employees to as- against the crying-wolf syndrome that position, he said, was Mr. Christie’s skills, battlefield operations and tac- tics, and experienced use of various pany, 1085 Morris Avenue in Union. sist registrants. The telephone num- has happened every year over the last selection of many “strong, experienced ber in Elizabeth is (908) 527-4966. decade. Our financial flexibility is at the leaders” in his administration. weapons and weapons defenses avail- Don Proffit, a steward for the able to the infantry crewman. “World Café” creative process, will Clients are asked to arrive at least 15 end of the line,” Mr. Bagger said. At present, the administration con- minutes prior to closing time to allow To give perspective on the numbers, sists of Mr. Bagger, chief of staff; Essex After completing basic infantry facilitate the discussion. The goal is the chief of staff said out of a roughly County Prosecutor Paula Dow, attorney training, the soldier will complete for each attendee to leave the meeting for staff assistance with the passport $30-billion budget, New Jersey is look- general; Jeff Chiesa, executive director airborne school with a subsequent with at least one new idea, resource or process. For more information about ing at a 30-percent shortfall. of the transition team, chief counsel; assignment to Fort Bragg, collaboration to bring back to their passports, call (908) 527-4966. Illustrating how dire the situation Bill Stepien, deputy chief of staff, and Fayetteville, N.C., to prepare for and organization. Participants will have is, Mr. Bagger said that when the lame- Kevin O’Dowd, deputy chief counsel. attend the Special Forces Qualifica- the opportunity to listen, learn and duck Corzine Administration held In addition, lieutenant governor-elect tion Course as a weapons sergeant or discuss with colleagues the issues back on municipal aid and arts grants Kim Guadagno will assume the role of engineer sergeant. they face in the current environment. in December, it was done “because, secretary of state, a position that does During the 20-25 month training The event is funded in part by a simply, the checks would have not require Senate confirmation. period, the soldier will have gradu- grant from the New Jersey State Coun- $)3#/6%2 bounced.” “It’s a terrific idea,” to have her serve ated from airborne school, the Pri- cil on the Arts, Department of State, a WHYMILLIONHOMEOWNERS To remedy the situation, Mr. Bagger as secretary of state, he said. “The sec- mary Leadership Development partner agency of the National En- said all options must be on the table, TRUSTTHEIRHOMESTO retary of state is a constitutional office, Course; the Basic Noncommissioned dowment for the Arts, and the New including declaring a financial state of as is the lieutenant governor. It makes a Jersey Historical Commission, a di- emergency. If such an emergency were lot of sense for them to be filled by the Officer Course; survival, evacuation, 34!4%&!2- invoked, Mr. Christie would have the same person.” resistance and escape training, and vision of the Department of State. ability to suspend rules governing state- With roughly 15 cabinet positions language school. Upon graduation Registration, which costs $10, is worker layoffs. still not filled at present, Mr. Bagger from all phases of training, the sol- due Friday, January 22. To register Regardless of what road is chosen, said the public could expect to see a Courtesy of Jim Lowney/County of Union dier will be assigned and promoted to for the workshop or to request a bro- “cobbling won’t work here,” Mr. Bag- “steady stream” of appointments this MAJOR WEAPONS BUST…Union a Special Forces weapons sergeant or chure, contact the Union County Of- ger said. “The absence of other options month. County Sheriff Ralph Froehlich, pic- engineer sergeant. fice of Cultural and Heritage Affairs creates the opportunity to really reform To get out of the economic malaise tured right, and Sheriff’s Officers, pic- The specialist graduated in 2005 at 633 Pearl Street, Elizabeth, N.J. how government works.” the state finds itself in, Mr. Bagger said, tured, from left, James Miller, Sean from St. Joseph’s High School in 07202 or call (908) 558-2550. NJ One of the first things Mr. Christie did in paraphrasing the words of the Gover- Perez and Anthony Zignauskas dis- Metuchen and received a bachelor’s Relay users should dial 7-1-1. The e- upon being elected was announcing the nor-elect on Election Night, that all play a variety of weapons recently seized degree in 2009 from St. Johns Uni- mail address is Christine Cosenza, Agent assembly of a “Red Tape Review members of the citizenry “must come while the officers were executing war- 2 Elm Street rants in two domestic violence cases in versity, Queens, N.Y. [email protected]. Westfield, NJ 07090-2148 Taskforce.” The taskforce will examine into the middle of the room and leave Bus: 908-233-9100 the state’s tax structure and regulatory their respective corners.” Springfield and Roselle Park. 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VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, & AMEX Page 4 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Times Since 1959 — Established 1890 — DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood www.westfieldareachamber.com DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is correct. Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association The others are made up. Are you sharp Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Wants to Know What You Think! enough to discern this deception of dic- The Westfield Area Chamber of Com- somebody else. Or, instead of e-mailing tion? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 merce (WACC) wishes you a happy and it, you may print the needs assessment prosperous 2010! and send it back to us through the regular guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 The WACC is developing a “needs mail without any identifying informa- vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at assessment” for members and nonmem- tion. On the other hand, there will be an you get all four – you must have a lot of free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 bers in the area towns — Scotch Plains, opportunity for you to ask that one of the Garwood, Mountainside, Fanwood and WACC board members contact you to All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. Westfield. We want to know what you discuss concerns with you directly and come from the board game Diction Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman think. We want to know how the WACC personally. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER can better meet your needs and those of The needs assessment will also be avail- Answers to last week’s arcane words. your businesses. How can we make the able on the WACC website. So, even if 1. Mirador – A balcony or gallery com- Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo WACC work for you? you are not a WACC member, you can manding an extensive view COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION The needs assessment is short enough still have input. Please fill it out and mail, 2. Orlop – The lowest deck of a warship Michael Pollack Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly so that it will not take too much of your e-mail, or fax it back to us. Please tell us 3. Micturition – The act of urinating EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS time, but will yield helpful information. It why you aren’t a member and what you 4. Mixen – A compost heap will ask questions about past WACC ser- would like to see happen before you join. vices, resources and events. Have you If you were previously a member, please ERINACEOUS SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe 1. Resembling a hedgehog One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 attended or used any of them? Have they let us know why you resigned and what been valuable to you? Why or why not? It we need to do to recapture your interest. 2. Given to theft or robbery; untrust- will also ask for your suggestions about If you would like a WACC board member worthy what the WACC should offer in the com- to contact you, please let us know that as 3. Of or resembling clover ing year. well. 4. Haughty; boastful ‘How Can Your Reporters Not In addition, we want to know about any The Westfield Area Chamber of Com- ACICULAR suggestions or concerns you may have for merce (WACC) is actively revitalizing. 1. Having a notched, indented or scal- the WACC. There are new faces on the As an important part of revitalization, we loped edge as certain leaves. Board of Directors. The WACC looks are reaching out to members and non- 2. Snarly; tangled Know What’s Going On?’ forward to building relationships with all members to learn how to better serve you 3. Having no outlets or pores members. As we actively revitalize, we and your businesses. The WACC is an 4. Slender and pointed, like a needle As times get tough for government, transparency House and Senate versions of the contentious Health would like to know more of your ideas organization of retailers and many other ICERYA 1. A gum resin, which oozes from the seems to be the first casualty. Perhaps that’s because Care bill. The Democrats in power threaten to and suggestions. professions and businesses. We look for- The needs assessment will be e-mailed ward to hearing your questions or com- Indian hemp the options faced by government to deal with the bypass the procedures of Congress by dropping the to all current members. After you com- ments about the exciting new direction of 2. Scaly, as with fish issues are unpopular, or go against the grain of veiled conference committee system. Very discouraging. plete it, simply e-mail it back to us. Names the WACC. As always, feel free to con- 3. A scale insect that infests the orange plant agendas being pursued by political factions. This, to us, goes against President Obama’s prom- will be optional. Once we print your reply tact us at westfieldareachamber.com or in the WACC office, no one will know (908) 233.3021. We hope to see you or 4. Having a sticky, viscous or gooey The Freedom of Information Act at the federal ise to bring transparency to the federal government. which is yours and which came from hear from you soon. texture level and the Open Public Records Act at the state Congressman Leonard Lance of our District dis- OZOSTOMIA 1. Condition causing excessive belch- level are the laws intended to prevent clandestine cusses this on page 2. ing or burping actions by government while protecting the rights of On the home front, the potential for privatization Letters to the Editor 2. Bad breath citizens. The difficulty, though, is that government of the Watchung Stables by the county seems to be an 3. Heat exhaustion 4. Shortness of breath has become so authoritarian that enforcement of issue. See Patty Jordan’s letter on page 5. We believe these laws is difficult, begging the question, “Do the reviewing the potentials for privatization of govern- Thank You to Two Westfield Letters to laws not apply to the powerful?” ment operations is responsible management. We Rich Bagger, chief of staff for Governor-elect would hope that there is a full report somewhere in Police Officers for Assistance the Editor Chris Christie, assures the New Jersey public that the county with a list of all potential facilities; i.e., I am writing this letter — in the hope AAA tow truck arrived and had made my that you will publish it — to commend car drivable for the short distance back to Funny Things Happen full transparency will be the hallmark of state gov- what others are being reviewed? – Warinanco Ice two Westfield police officers, Berne and our home in Cranford. ernment this coming year. This is healthy, in our Skating Rink? Neri, for the assistance which they ex- My wife and I are both extremely grate- In Middle of the Night view, given the enormous issues and decisions that However, the question asked of us by our readers, tended to me and my wife after a mishap ful to these two fine officers for their To Bob Miller of the Westfield Histori- in which my car was damaged and calm, professional handling of this situa- cal Society – I thought you’d get a kick must be addressed. Please see the story on page 3 for which we have no answer, is: “How can your undrivable. tion. We wish them and the Westfield out of this. I awoke in the middle of the this week. reporters attend every Freeholder meeting and not Officers Berne and Neri responded right Police Department a happy and success- night last week with the TV on. There was away to our call, and were calm and ful New Year. a game show from the 1960s on where At the federal level, private meetings are being know what’s going on? – Such as with Oak Ridge reassuring. They stayed with us until a held at the White House this week by insider Golf Course last year and potentially Watchung Terence Rickwood two teams compete, giving clues to their Cranford partner and they try to guess the word Democrats to hammer out differences between the Stables this year.” (forget the name of the show). Ralph Jones was on a team with Lucille Ball, Call for Congressional Candidates saying he was from Westfield, N.J. and was a student of math at Union County Letters to the Editor On Tea Party Designation Junior College. No one is safe as long as this congress All that you need to do is call (800) They won by the way, I think it was is in session. The reality of it all is this: 424-9590 and ask them to send you an $500. Knowing Ralph with his Congress demonized financiers, doctors, independent petition to run for the House longstanding work with the Westfield Boy Scouts Patriots Path Council nurses, police, soldiers, border patrol, FBI, of Representatives. We can do this with- Historical Society, he probably has kept CIA, Navy Seals — they hate insurance out the help of Republicans or Demo- all the records of this. Maybe it was in The Is Grateful for Westfield Support companies and anyone else that does not crats. Westfield Leader. Happy New Year. have a green job. I urge you to call today and file your ***** The Patriots Path Council of the Boy recipient of the Westfield United Fund As we enter our second century, the The people need to take their govern- petition as soon as possible so that we can Editor’s note: With a little research, Scouts of America is grateful for the for years and are proud of this recognition Boy Scouts will always be faithful to our ment back but before we can we must organize and draft a platform that will the game show was found to be Password support it receives from Westfield. We of our programs and services. We share purpose: to provide a program for youth bypass the Republicans and Democrats reflect the needs and concerns of those hosted by Allen Ludden from the early- look forward to continuing to give service the Westfield United Fund’s mission of that builds character, citizenship and and all join together. We need to rally being demonized by this congress. 1960s to the mid-1970s. He presided over to our community as the Boy Scouts cel- helping people, and our leaders and fami- physical fitness. We will also remember around the emerging Tea Party. Don’t surrender — fight back. two celebrity contestant teams trying to ebrate its 100th anniversary in 2010. In lies in turn are proud to support the Fund that we do this by making sure every That is why I am calling for 13 average provide a vague one-word answer to de- Westfield we are your seven Cub Scout in its annual campaign. We thank busi- youth and adult has fun in scouting. Thomas Paine Caslander duce their respective passwords, often New Jerseyans to run for Congress in Jefferson Packs, four Boy Scout troops and Ven- ness leaders such as Camie Delaney and Thank you, Westfield. 2010 on the Tea Party designation. with funny results. ture Crew. Cub Scouts collect food for the Peter Hogaboom of RE/MAX Properties Steve McCabe Searching The Westfield Leader ar- Westfield Food Pantry every fall and Boy Unlimited for their longstanding dona- Watchung Mountain District chives online at goleader.com, I was able Scouts routinely and consistently engage tions of corporate and personal services. Chairman Hyatt Hills Golf to find the article — reprinted below — of in service projects benefiting our com- Mr. Jones’s appearance on the show. munity. Every Boy Scout and adult leader Thanks for Making Complex is Not Closed seeks to do a good turn daily. Our Eagle Horace Corbin Scouts have planned and developed the It was brought to my attention that our A retraction or correction of your mis- Westfield Leader Korean and World War II memorials on Gifts of Gold Successful facility was mentioned in your editorial take would be greatly appreciated by those the North Avenue Plaza. One young man We would like to extend a heartfelt YMCA! on page 4 of your December 31 issue who work and play at Hyatt Hills. From The obtained funding for and constructed the thanks to all who made the “Gifts of Gold/ Despite the Blizzard of 2009 and wak- listing us as a victim of the bad economy. Dan Hollis handicapped access playground in Me- Donate A Smile” program another suc- ing up to over 10 inches of snow, we were The editorial listed businesses that have Head Golf Professional Archives morial Park, by the town swimming pool. cessful year at the Newark YMCA. Once still able to load up the trucks packed with closed, such as New Norris Chevrolet, Hyatt Hills Golf Complex, Clark Boy Scouts have completed numerous Smith and Hawken, Oak Ridge Golf January 9, 1964 again, the Westfield community provided toys, clothes, hats, gloves and scarves, Editor’s note: The editorial refers to other Eagle Scout projects at parks, hos- tremendous support – Temple Emanu-El, gift cards, diapers and formula to those Course and Hyatt Hills Golf Complex. pice centers and schools. The Boy Scouts We (Hyatt Hills Golf Complex) are not the land that the Hyatt Hills golf course Westfield High School, Roosevelt Middle who needed it most. Your generosity made sits on in Clark and Cranford, which fosters citizenship in the community and School, Franklin School, generous this one of the happiest days of their year, closed, and we have no plans to close. In is proud of the local service we provide. fact, our restaurant is being remodeled General Motors owned and put on the list Westfield and surrounding community demonstrating that people care about of assets to be sold as part of its Chapter Westfield families, businesses and or- residents and businesses including people. and will have a grand opening this spring. ganizations support our Friends of Scout- My staff and I are busy selling our 2010 11 bankruptcy filing in August. No word Weichert Realtors of Westfield, Castle We wish you all a happy and healthy of its disposition has been given yet, and ing program with generous donations. Bootery, Cosimos, Vicki’s Diner, 2010 and thank you for your overwhelm- ID cards and season passes, and will soon Businesses anonymously donate materi- be taking applications for our very popu- we hope the businesses of the complex Westfield Luggage and Shoe Repair, and ing support! will continue to flourish. als and services to the dozens of Eagle Bagel Chateau. You all put huge smiles lar junior golf camps. Scout projects each year. We have been a Vivian and Jeff Gold on the 250-plus residents at the Newark Westfield At Christmas Time, Who Has Been Naughty or Nice, a Meanie? Are the suffering animals on display at gawked at, only to end their days in slaugh- Scotch Plains’ Annual Live Nativity the ter-houses. best that Scotch Plains can do to celebrate We told the mayor that a group of the season of peace? Scotch Plains students oppose the live Since 2007, when we daily brought the nativity. I learned that several residents, animals hay (insufficiently supplied by including a school crossing guard, had the town) donated by Parker Gardens, a attempted to address this issue, but were group of us from the humane community given the bum’s rush. have been trying to meet with the mayor We told the mayor that the Vice Chan- November 24, 1971 (first Mayor Marks, and then Mayor cellor for Administration for the Malool), to discuss it. It would have been ArchDiocese of Newark (which covers easier to get a meeting with J.D. Salinger. Scotch Plains), Deacon Joseph A. Dwyer, We gave Mayor Malool letters from Jr., stood behind our efforts, and was retired Reverend Frank Hoffman, stating willing to meet with the mayor. that such cruelty is not in keeping with Deacon Dwyer called the mayor’s of- Jesus’ teachings, and from Debbie fice a few days before Christmas. The Kowalski, a nurse who runs the For the mayor has still not returned his call Animals Sanctuary in Blairstown. Ms. We told the mayor that a Scotch Plains Kowalski stated that the conditions for police officer had revealed to us that the the animals were sub-par. We were will- animals had escaped twice from their ing to find sanctuaries for the animals, enclosure. This could easily have caused which would have given positive public- an accident on busy (especially during ity to Scotch Plains, but Mayor Malool Christmas shopping) Park Avenue or chose to be a meanie. nearby Route 22. Who will assume finan- We are not seeking an improvement cial liability for any accidents? from sub-standard care to minimal care The animals were on display during the standards. We are seeking an end to the heavy snowstorm on December 19, 2009. live nativity. It is inherently cruel, mocks The temperatures have been between the the spiritual message of Christmas, and teens and early 30s (with wind chill, in the Erroll Southers of Scotch Plains is teaches children that it is acceptable to single digits). named an Eagle Scout. exploit animals. The mayor, when she Mayor Malool, responding to yet an- responded to us at all, focused only on the other request for a meeting, told us that care of the animals, which (evidence to she was too busy dealing with human Where Is Mr. Southers’ the contrary) she maintained was satis- issues. The same issues, presumably, that factory. She said that a business that makes she has been too busy with for the past Today? money from supplying animals would year to meet with us. The mayor’s lack of President Obama in September 2009 Your State Legislators not allow them to be mistreated. That time-management skills aside, the hu- put forth Erroll Southers to head the Trans- stale canard — that businesses that profit mans whom Mayor Malool was busy portation Security Administration. Mr. ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, from using human or animal labor treat looking after do not include the humane Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. Southers is a top Los Angeles Interna- their “property” well, as it is a financial community or the school children, adult tional Airport police department official. 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. investment — has been spouted since residents and religious leaders who find Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Mr. Southers has served as the state’s slave days. the spectacle at odds with the Christmas deputy director of homeland security and (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. Animals rented or loaned out for such spirit. Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) a special agent with the FBI. Southers is events are generally trucked from locality Only after the mayor received a deluge a senior fellow at the University of Cali- 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail to locality, during the heat of summer and of e-mail did she state she would agree to Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] fornia-Los Angeles School of Public Af- the cold of winter, to be manhandled and meet with us, but she has yet to follow fairs and holds a bachelor’s degree from (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] through. Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] Brown University as well as a master’s To Reach Us We now have a League of Humane degree from the University of Southern 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] Voters in New Jersey. When election Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] E-Mail - [email protected] California, where he is currently pursu- Phone - (908) 232-4407 time rolls around, we (like Santa) will ing a doctorate in policy and planning. (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] remember who has been naughty or nice. 7th Congressional District For more information, see Mr. Southers is a 1974 graduate of www.goleader.com/help Susan Gordon Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 North Plainfield A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 7, 2010 Page 5 American Red Cross PSE&G To Install Solar Letters to the Editor Westfield / Mountainside Chapter Energy Units in Westfield Will Watchung Stables 321 Elm Street Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 232-7090 WESTFIELD — As part of its Solar 4 in solar projects. In addition to the 40- Be Privatized by County? www.westfieldmtside-redcross.org/ All program, PSE&G has begun install- megawatt pole-attached segment, a sec- Email: [email protected] ing 200,000 pole-attached solar energy ond segment will provide centralized so- Editor’s Note: The following was re- Once signatures are collected, you can units in its service territory. The solar lar, with PSE&G developing solar gar- ceived concerning the possible mail the petition to: Sharon Kapilow, 122 panels will be installed in New Jersey’s dens and roof-top installations on facili- privatization of the Watchung Stables in Washington Street, Berkeley Heights, N.J. Westfield-Mountainside Red Cross to six largest cities and in approximately 300 ties it owns and also at third-party-owned Mountainside, a County of Union oper- 07922. Please return the petition by Tues- rural and suburban communities. sites. The utility expects to complete the ated-facility. When asked for comment, a day, January 19, 2010, so we can collect Over the next few weeks, PSE&G installations by the end of 2013. county spokesman declined to comment all the signatures and present them at the Hold Casino Night Fundraiser contractors, Riggs Distler and Company, “This new initiative will effectively until “we are ready to make an announce- Union County Freeholders meeting to be WESTFIELD – The Westfield / help supply area hospitals with life-sav- will be installing solar panels in double the size of New Jersey’s installed ment or (when there is) any progress on held at the end of January. Mountainside Chapter of the American ing blood and blood products. Westfield. The units will be placed on solar capacity,” said Ralph LaRossa, presi- this matter.” Patty Jordan President, Red Cross will hold its Annual Fund The Red Cross is the emergency com- utility poles and street lights along main dent and chief operating officer of ***** Watchung Stables Auxiliary Raiser - Casino Night, on January 30, munication link to servicemen and streets near area businesses and in resi- PSE&G. “That is more solar capacity It has come to my attention that many 2010, at the Westwood, located at 438 servicewomen and their families, and pro- dential neighborhoods. When the project than exists in any state other than Califor- of you have questions about what you can North Avenue in Garwood. The slogan vides international tracing services. is complete, Westfield will be part of the nia. This latest program is an important do to prevent the privatization of Please Donate to the for the event is “We’re raising the money The chapter provides local community largest pole-attached solar installation in step in PSE&G’s commitment to pro- Watchung Stables. [The petition infor- now that will allow the WF /MS Chapter services such as senior transportation to the world. mote energy efficiency, develop mation below] can be used to get signa- Salvation Army Kettle to be there tomorrow.” doctors and shopping within Westfield. “The solar panels bring the benefit of renewables, reduce greenhouse gases and tures of friends, neighbors, co-workers, In the next two weeks you may pass a Tickets to the event are on sale for The Handyman Program helps seniors clean, renewable energy to all our cus- create new green jobs.” and family members. Salvation Army red kettle while holiday $100. The organization is seeking dona- with small tasks around their homes. Free tomers, and the electricity generated from The electricity generated by the units The petition reads as follows: “I am shopping at your local retail store or shop- tions of items for its auction and sponsor- blood-pressure screenings are provided them helps us combat climate change,” will be connected directly into PSE&G’s over the age 18 and I oppose the ping mall. You may hear the ringing of a ships of the event. For tickets and infor- the second Wednesday of every month said Al Matos, vice president for electric distribution system. The utility privatization of Watchung Stables. I sup- Salvation Army bell. If you see a kettle, mation, call (908) 232-7090. from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the chapter house. renewables and energy solutions for will receive federal tax credits and solar port the Watchung Stables Auxiliary, Inc., please stop and place a dollar or some The dedicated staff and volunteers are Much more than just an agency that PSE&G. “The units are being installed in renewable energy credits (SRECs) for the Watchung Junior Hunt Club and the change in the kettle. When you do so, prepared to meet the community’s chal- responds to disasters, the chapter pro- a safe, reliable manner consistent with our this renewable generation. The benefits Riding & Driving Clubs’ efforts to advo- know that you are helping others. lenge such as when lives can be turned vides the blankets to keep warm, a place normal practices.” will be returned to all ratepayers. cate the continuation of Watchung Stables Donations made at this time of year are upside down in an instant by a home fire. to stay for the night and assists people In July 2009, PSE&G received regula- For more information about Solar 4 as a county-owned and operated-facil- crucial to The Salvation Army’s ability to Three families found themselves suddenly back on their feet. tory approval from the New Jersey Board All, including photos, visit pseg.com/ ity.” serve the less fortunate. This year, with homeless, one in September, one in Octo- The Westfield /Mountainside Red of Public Utilities to invest $515 million solar4all. growing demand for help, it will be diffi- ber and another just this past November, Cross can only do this with community Help Our Soldiers by cult to sustain holiday distributions of here in Westfield due to house fires. They support. Help us to be there when needed. food, clothing and toys. But with the help needed food and emergency housing that Bill to Extend Period Between Donating Cell Phones of many, The Salvation Army will bring are paid for through contributions. Regional Bd. of Health I am writing to publicize a service Christmas joy to New Jersey families in This fiscal year alone, the chapter as- Reorganizes, Jan. 11 project that I am doing to help our sol- need and provide services throughout the sisted 18 local people whose lives were Public Questions Advances diers. Westfield citizens can help, just by year. disrupted by house fires, as well as as- WESTFIELD – The Westfield Board donating old cell phones! To learn more, go to sisted in the aid to thousands across the of Health, which provides environmental TRENTON – Legislation sponsored dealing with the number of members of During the month of January, there is a salvationarmynj.org. If you have not seen state, through the national effort and in- and public health services to Fanwood, by state Senator Nick Scutari (LD-22, the municipal governing body, the terms collection box in the lobby of the Westfield a red kettle, consider giving your support ternational services. Garwood, Mountainside, New Provi- Linden), which would extend the time of office for those members or the form Memorial Library for old cell phones. to The Salvation Army’s online red kettle The chapter also provided critical train- dence, Roselle Park, Springfield, Summit period between certain public questions of elections within the municipality. Phones will be donated to Cell Phones for by going to onlineredkettle.org. Search ing in first aid, CPR, and other health and and Westfield, will conduct its annual in municipalities in order to reduce voter Senator Scutari said such regular me- Soldiers, cellphonesforsoldiers.com, for the “New Jersey (first name) State safety practices that help people better Re-Organization Meeting on Monday, fatigue in New Jersey, has been approved chanical changes to the operations of which recycles them for cash and buys (second name)” kettle. prepare for emergencies. This year, over January 11, at 5 p.m. by the Senate Government Committee government within a municipality hinder phone cards for soldiers in Iraq and Af- As our signs on the Garden State Park- 4,100 people in Westfield /Mountainside The meeting will be held in the by a vote of 3-2. consistency from one administration to ghanistan so that they can call home. Any way, Turnpike and billboards say — Ev- and the surrounding area have made their Westfield Council Conference Chamber, “It makes absolutely no sense to inun- the next and distract from more impor- cell phone is suitable to donate. ery Drop in the Bucket Counts — The lives more secure through Red Cross located on the first floor of the Westfield date voters with ballot question after bal- tant government focuses, such as reduc- This project will help U.S. soldiers, Time is Now. health and safety classes. The chapter Municipal Building at 425 East Broad lot question every other year, simply to ing property taxes or maximizing gov- and promotes recycling of outdated cell Thank you for your support and may hosts blood drives every two months to Street. The public is welcome to attend. benefit a small portion of the municipal ernment efficiency. phones, too. Thank you for your help, if God’s blessings be with you and your population,” Mr. Scutari said. “Ques- “Many times, these minor mechanical you can. family this holiday season. tions about the number of town council tweaks in municipal government aren’t Michael Fasciale members, the term of office for the mayor, even given enough time to see whether Major Donald Berry or the method of election – partisan or they make sense in the long-term to pro- Eighth grade, Roosevelt School Salvation Army Westfield non-partisan – for government officials mote more efficient government and bet- have little bearing on the everyday lives ter representation for the people,” Mr. of local residents. We want to encourage Scutari said. “They’re often proposed Adoptees Birthright Bill Provides better voter turnout, and subjecting vot- and pushed forward by people who have ers to bureaucratic government changes the most to gain – either in terms of Access to Family Medical History every year or every other year hurts that maintaining the political status quo or cause.” toppling it. Most local residents are more It appears very clear that Speaker Jo- politician. The bill, S-3157, would provide that concerned with their property tax bill seph Roberts will not remove his foot The healthcare component of A752 local ordinances proposed by petition than they are with how many council from the neck of the adoption community provides a means for adoptees to gain through initiative and referendum that members there are, and we need to put a and that adoption reform is dead in New access to their family medical history. It deal with the mechanics of local govern- better focus on real issues, which impact Jersey. To add insult to injury, the adop- has been well established that knowing ment could not be submitted to the voters the lives and livelihood of New Jersey tion community has to listen to reports on your family medical history can save your of a municipality more than once in any residents.” how hard the Legislature is working on life. Without passage of A752, adoptees 10-year time period. Specifically, the bill The bill now heads to the full Senate other civil-rights issues like gay marriage will continue to live an endangered life, would ban semi-annual ballot questions for consideration. and medical marijuana legislation. Demo- faced with treatment options rather than cratic leaders, such as Sen. Stephen prevention of inherited diseases. So, while Sweeney, have stated very clearly that if our Legislature ponders whether citizens a bill has the votes, does not increase should be allowed to grow their own Courtesy of Jim Lowney/County of Union The Family Law Department of spending, and has already passed in one marijuana or have to buy it, adoptees will MOVING ON UP…Union County Sheriff Ralph Froehlich, pictured left, con- house, it should get voted on in the lame- wonder if they had access to their medical gratulates newly promoted Sheriff’s Officers, pictured, from left, Detective Brian Dughi & Hewit Presents duck session. A752, The Adoptees Birth- history, maybe they would not need mari- Way, Sergeant Patrick Hora and Lieutenant Jeffery Coon during their promotion right Bill, is the only piece of legislation juana in the first place. The lame-duck ceremony on December 22 in Elizabeth. that satisfies all three of these require- session has proven to be just that, lame. ments. 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Open to Westfield Memorial Library and MURAL cardholders. Sign up online at www.wmlnj.org and click on Online Calendar, or call FOR INFORMATION CALL 908-709-7518 OR 908.789.4090 ext 4122. Visit UCC online at The Westfield Memorial Library 550 East Broad Street www.ucc.edu Westfield, NJ 07090 908.789.4090 Page 6 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ‘Sew-A-Thon’ to Be Among Imperial Brass Reschedules King Day of Service Events Holiday Concert For Jan. 10 FANWOOD – The women of the Avenue. SCOTCH PLAINS – Due to the jazz classics. Imperial Brass, in its Fanwood Presbyterian Church will According to the Fanwood Pres- heavy snow on December 20, the short history of 18 years, has twice participate in the Monday, January byterian Church women, officials Imperial Brass Christmas Concert has won the Northeastern Brass Band 18 “Martin Luther King Day of at multiple local hospitals and nurs- been rescheduled for this Sunday, Competition held at West Point Mili- Service” by holding a special “Sew- ing homes have reported a very January 10, at 3 p.m. at its home, the tary Academy and performed at the A-Thon,” during which area resi- real need for the bags. Children’s Willow Grove Presbyterian Church. New York Brass Conference for dents will be invited to join them in Specialized Hospital has cited a This 30-piece brass ensemble will Scholarships five times. Imperial making bags for wheelchairs and need for 25 bags each month, Gen- perform Christmas classics by J.S. Brass has performed at Rutgers, walkers. esis has stated a need for 200 bags Bach, Irving Berlin, Canadian com- Drew and Syracuse universities and No sewing skills are required. and Arista Care at Norwood and poser Morley Calvert and Chicago was featured at Rowan University Materials and help with cutting and Runnells Specialized Hospital of arranger William Himes. Also in- at the International Trumpet Guild. sewing will be provided. The Union County have cited a need cluded will be the music of Bruce Additionally, the group has recorded Fanwood Presbyterian Church is for 125 and 30 bags, respectively. Broughton, Hollywood composer, four CDs. located at 74 South Martine Av- The Ashbrook Nursing and Reha- who wrote the music for the movies Tickets may be purchased in ad- enue, at the corner of LaGrande bilitation Center has requested 15 Young Sherlock Holmes, Silverado vance and at the door. General admis- to 20 bags. (Oscar nomination) and many Walt sion is $15; senior citizen and student FAITH AND FUN…Student Cantor Vicky Glikin leads a recent Temple Sholom Open House Events Set Interested persons are encour- Pray ’N Play event. The temple will hold another such event, for families with Disney productions. Soloists fea- tickets cost $10, and children 12 and aged to come to the Church Educa- children ages 4 and under, on Saturday, January 16, beginning at 10 a.m. See tured will be cornetist Mitch Brodsky under may attend for free. For Nursery School-K tion Building between 11:15 a.m. article on this page. and euphoniumist Gerard Wells. The concert will take place in the WESTFIELD – The Presbyterian and 4 p.m. to help make the bags, Originally formed under the aus- sanctuary of the Willow Grove Pres- Nursery School and Kindergarten all of which will be donated to the pices of Rutgers University, Imperial byterian Church, located at 1961 will hold open house programs on local hospitals and nursing homes. FCC Adult Education Series Brass has been musically serving the Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. Fol- January 13, 14, 20 and 21. Parents Each person making a bag or two Metropolitan New York and Tri-State lowing the concert will be a recep- are invited to come and experience can designate which facility will area with concerts and performances tion with light refreshments. For what a day in the school entails. receive the bag. For further infor- To Focus on Paul and Moses at churches, band festivals, schools ticket sales or further information, Participants will have an oppor- mation about this project or direc- WESTFIELD – The First Congre- in the Book of Exodus. Participants and universities since 1991. visit willowgrovechurch.org or call tunity to tour all the classrooms, tions to the Fanwood Presbyterian gational Church of Westfield will will discuss what the stories in Exo- Its repertoire includes classical, (908) 232-5678. Additional concert from those for 2½-year-olds through Church, call the church office at continue its series of adult education dus reveal about Moses as prophet, pop, Broadway and movie music, information also is available at the all-day kindergarten, as well as (908) 889-8891. programs this winter with a look at leader and model of faith, and how featured solo pieces and big band imperialbrass.org. meet the teachers. the book of Romans and the life of they pertain to the faith journeys of The curriculum encompasses lan- Pokémon Event Set Moses. All classes will be free and people today. The five-week class guage arts, mathematics, science, open to the public. will continue through February 9 Miller-Cory Museum Plans social studies, creative arts and Sunday In Township On Monday evenings beginning from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the church’s music through hands-on experi- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Little January 11, “Friends, Countrymen, Chapel Lounge. ‘Fun With Snow Globes’ ences in the medium of play. Young- Shop of Comics, located at 393 Park Lend Me Your Ears: A Study of Ro- The First Congregational Church, sters also experience outside and Avenue in Scotch Plains, will host mans” will take an in-depth look at a member of the United Church of WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory The Miller-Cory House Museum inside playgrounds, nature walks the Pokémon® Trading Card Game one of the most powerful and far- Christ, is located at 125 Elmer Street. House Museum will present its first is a nationally recognized living mu- through Mindowaskin Park and field (TCG) Scotch Plains City Champi- reaching of Paul’s letters. Written to For additional information, call the program for 2010, “Fun with Snow seum, listed on both the State and trips. Movement, science, drama, onships this Sunday, January 10, be- introduce himself to the church in church office at (908) 233-2494 or Globes,” this Sunday, January 10, be- National Registers of Historic Places computer, Spanish and music also ginning at 11 a.m. Rome, the thoughts, theology and visit the church website: tween 2 and 4 p.m. This program spot- and as a site on the New Jersey are part of the program. This free event is open to all play- ideas in this letter are still influencing fccofwestfield.org. lighting the popular collectibles is de- Women’s Heritage Trail. Mail-in registration will begin on ers, parents and the public. Players how people worship and think about signed for children and adults alike. The museum is available for tours Wednesday, January 13, and all will be separated into three divi- their faith today. The class will meet King Memorial Service The miniature worlds under glass for school groups during the week as forms may be picked up during the sions: Junior Division (born in 1999 on five consecutive Mondays through called snow globes have been de- well as for scout troops after school on open house events. The Presbyte- or later), Senior Division (born in February 8 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Set For Sunday Night lighting people since the 1800s. Visi- weekdays. Special programs also may rian Nursery School and Kinder- 1995-1998) and Masters Division the church’s Chapel Lounge. SCOTCH PLAINS – St. John’s tors will learn about the history of be arranged on site for schools and garten is located at 140 Mountain (born in 1994 or earlier). For more On Tuesday evenings beginning Baptist Church is inviting all area snow globes, view a display of as- other community groups. For more Avenue in Westfield. For more in- information, or to find City Champi- January 12, “Going Down with residents to join its congregation in sorted globes and listen to stories. information, call the museum office formation or to arrange an appoint- onships, visit go-pokemon.com/op/ Moses” will examine the life and remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, The program also will include a weekday mornings at (908) 232-1776. ment, call (908) 233-0766. tournaments/. times of Moses as they are presented Jr. at its annual memorial service this children’s craft. The museum’s e-mail address is Sunday, January 10, at 7 p.m. Admission is $2.50 for adults, $1 [email protected] and The Reverend D. Keith Owens, for students and free for children its website is millercoryhouse.org. pastor of the Salem Baptist Church in under age 4. While at the museum, Jersey City, will be the guest speaker. visitors also are invited to stop by St. John’s Baptist is located at 2387 the gift store, which carries a variety Storytime to Be Held Morse Avenue in Scotch Plains. of Colonial crafts, books and toys. In Spanish Language Multiple special activities also have The museum is located at 614 Moun- WESTFIELD – Grupo ñ, a new been planned for this service, during tain Avenue in Westfield. Upcoming Spanish-language storytime for Span- which attendees will reflect on Dr. Sunday programs at the museum in- ish-speaking families with children King’s life and legend. For more in- clude “Tin Piercing Craft for Chil- age 6 and younger, will start on Sat- formation, call the church at (908) dren” on January 24, “Children’s Val- urday, January 16, at 10:30 a.m. All 232-6972. entine Display” on February 7 and stories, songs and activities will be in “The Art of Quilting” on February 21. Spanish; no English will be spoken. Local Board of Health “We are happy to invite our Span- Slates Reorg. Meeting Jewish Friends Plan ish-speaking families with children to attend a storytime just for them,” WESTFIELD – The Westfield Chili’s Lunch Outing said Kathy Muhm, coordinator of Board of Health will conduct its an- AREA – The Circle of Single Jewish Youth Services at the library. Sub- nual reorganization meeting on Mon- Friends 49+ will hold a Meet and Eat sequent dates for Grupo ñ are Feb- day, January 11, at 5 p.m. It will be Lunch on Sunday, January 24, at noon ruary 20, March 20 and April 24. Great Teen & Young Adult Programs held in the Council Conference Cham- at Chili’s, located at 1655 Oak Tree Grupo ñ will be open to the public. ber on the first floor of the Westfield Road in Edison. The cost is $3 plus the For more information, call the library Also Special Needs Camps. Municipal Building, located at 425 price of a meal off the menu and tip. To at (908) 789-4090, extension no. 3. To East Broad Street. Members of the respond, contact Roberta at (908) 668- learn about other youth or adult pro- Saturday, Jan. 16, 2010 public are welcome. 8450 or [email protected]. grams at the library, access wmlnj.org, The Grand Summit sign up for the monthly electronic newsletter, “Library Loop,” call (908) 570 Springfield Ave., Summit 789-4090, or stop by the library at 550 East Broad Street for a copy of its Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010 quarterly newsletter, “Take Note.” The Excelsior 355 Rt. 9 S., Manalapan Temple Posts Date Sunday, Jan. 24, 2010 For Pray ’N Play FANWOOD – Temple Sholom of Bridgewater Marriott Fanwood/Scotch Plains invites fami- 700 Commons Way, Bridgewater lies with children ages 4 and under to an interactive Shabbat Pray ’N Play Sunday, Jan. 31, 2010 event on Saturday, January 16, featur- East Hanover Ramada Inn ing music, maracas, puppets and para- & Conference Center chutes. The 30-minute service, led by 130 Route 10 West, E. Hanover Student Cantor Vicky Glikin, will be- gin at 10 a.m. and will be followed by a free bagel brunch in the playroom. Temple Sholom is located in the Fanwood Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Martine and LaGrande Av- enues in Fanwood. Its chapel is around the corner off Marian Avenue. Attend- ees are asked to enter through the door Check our website for a list of camps, directions & additional dates & venues. on Marian marked Temple Sholom. For more information, call (908) 889- 4900, e-mail [email protected] 483201 or visit sholomnj.org.

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XXXLFOUQMBDFPSH A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 7, 2010 Page 7 June Wells, 88, Was Hospital Volunteer; Violet M. Jacob, Dedicated Parishioner; Had Been Active In Local Organizations – Obituaries – Was Town of Westfield Tax Collector June Ryerson Korwan Wells, 88, of Wells Partridge and her husband, Alan, Violet M. Jacob of Westfield and Christopher divided their time be- Castleton, Vt. died on Thursday, De- of Windham, Vt., Barbara Wells Joan ‘Penny’ Farrell, 77, Was Active Ballina, County Mayo, Ireland passed tween their homes in Westfield and cember 31, 2009, surrounded by her Hotaling and her husband, Lewis, of away on Sunday, December 27, 2009, Ballina, Ireland, spending time with loving family at Rutland Regional Castleton, Vt. and Richard A. Wells With Hospital, Zoo, PBS Fundraising in County Mayo. family in both countries. Medical Center in Rutland, Vt. and his wife, Laura, of Long Valley, Born in Harlem, N.Y. on February Violet is survived by her husband Born in Rutherford, N.J., and nine grandchil- Joan “Penny” Farrell (née Sarah Getter. 3, 1933, Violet moved with her parents of 54 years, Christopher J. Jacob; two N.J. on May 31, 1921, dren, (Carolyn) Mathias Pendergast), 77, of St. Louis, Mo. Joan was active in many commu- to Ballina, Ireland shortly thereafter. sons, Christopher Jacob (Allison) of she was the daughter of G. Hotaling and his passed away the afternoon of Thurs- nity initiatives, such as St. Louis She married Christopher Jacob, also Westfield and David Jacob Arthur Nicholas and Viola fiancée, Rebecca day, December 31, 2009, Children’s Hospital, the St. of Ballina, on December 15, 1955. (Marybeth) of Fanwood; a daughter, (Polley) Korwan. June Alexander-Vos, of South with her family by her side, Louis Zoo and PBS Channel Violet and her husband, with their Geraldine Ronge of Westfield; eight graduated from Ruther- Burlington, Vt., Tyler W. at the Brighton Gardens 9 fundraising. She was an three children, emigrated to Westfield grandchildren, Michael and David ford High School in 1939 Hotaling and his wife, assisted living facility in accomplished watercolor from County Mayo, Ireland in 1964. Hyslip, Victoria Ronge, Kimberly, and from Wood School in Cristina Weiner, of Baltimore, Md. painter and enjoyed travel- Violet had been employed for 30 Timothy and Christopher Jacob, Kiera New York City in 1940. Johnstown, Colo., Ben- Born March 19, 1932 in ing extensively. years by the Town of Westfield and and Brigit Jacob; her sister, Gussie On January 12, 1946, she jamin W. Partridge of Philadelphia, Pa., Joan Visitation will be held to- retired as the tax collector. McEvilly, and her brothers, John and married Herbert Arthur Windham, (Barbara) was a longtime resident of day, Thursday, January 7, She was a communicant of the Holy Michael McEvilly, all of Ireland. Wells, who predeceased Cassandra June Hotaling St. Louis and Westfield, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Bopp Trinity Roman Catholic Church in A Funeral Mass was held on her in 1997. of Rutland, Vt. and Dustin N.J. She was preceded in Chapel, 10610 Manchester Westfield, participated in the Rosary Wednesday, December 30, at St. June was employed at Lewis Hotaling and his death by her husband of Road, Kirkwood, Mo., (314) Society and was a volunteer at Holy Muredach’s Cathedral in Ballina, with Boiling Springs Savings girlfriend, Kerryn 35 years, Neal J. Farrell. Joan Farrell 965-7680. Services will be Trinity School. Violet also was a vol- burial at League Cemetery. and Loan Association in June Wells Schneider, of Hudson, Joan is survived by her private. In lieu of flowers, unteer at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic A memorial service will be held in Rutherford and South N.H., and (Richard) children, Michael Farrell of Potomac, memorial donations may be made to Church in Westfield, helping to feed Westfield next month. Bergen Savings and Loan Associa- Rachel C. Wells, Jonathan R. Wells, Md., Daniel Farrell of Sunset Hills, St. Louis Children’s Hospital Foun- and clothe those without homes. She Donations may be made in her name tion in Wood-Ridge, N.J. She received Megan A. McQuaide and Amy N. Mo., Patrick Farrell of Waukesha, dation, P.O. Box 955423, St. Louis, was an avid bridge player and enjoyed to the Center for Hope Hospice, 1900 a three-year graduate diploma from McQuaide, all of Long Valley. She Wis. and Nancy Getter of Baltimore, Mo. 63195-5423, in the name of Joan hosting weekly bridge games in her Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, N.J. the American Savings and Loan In- also is survived by her brother, Donald Md.; her brother, David Pendergast Farrell. home. 07076. stitute of Chicago and resigned as A. Korwan, and his wife, Patricia, of of Sandestin, Fla., and nine grand- Bopp Chapel is assisting the fam- Upon her retirement, Violet and January 7, 2010 assistant treasurer from South Bergen Toms River, N.J., their son, James A. children, Clare Farrell, Matthew ily with arrangements. Condolences Savings and Loan in 1948. Korwan, and his wife, Katherine, of Farrell, Kelley Farrell, Erin Farrell, may be left at its website, Martha Hawco, 89, Was WHS Worker; June and Bert lived in Rutherford Forked River, N.J., and their two chil- Morgan Farrell, Madeline Farrell, www.boppchapel.com. for three years before moving to dren, Matthew and Haley. Thank you Conrad Farrell, Kathryn Getter and January 7, 2010 Enjoyed Sports, Gardening and Family Westfield, N.J., where she resided to Zanah Perry for her compassionate until 2004. She then moved to daily care and kindness to help keep Lloyd B. Temes, 71, College Professor; Martha Hawco, 89, of viving are five grandchildren, Castleton, Vt. to live with her daugh- June comfortable and secure at home. Kennebunkport, Me., formerly of Meghan and Kelly Hawco of New ter on Lake Bomoseen. Carolyn and Richard wish to express Westfield Rescue Squad Dispatcher Westfield, passed away at her home Jersey and T. C., Connor and June belonged to the Woman’s special appreciation to Barbara and after a short illness on Thursday, Kathryn Rothrock of Maine. Club of Westfield, delivered mobile Lewis for providing a happy, healthy Lloyd Bruce Temes, 71, of Westfield department. He was an innovator in December 31, 2009. Mrs. Hawco was a wonderful meals and volunteered over 2,000 and loving home, in which June spent died on Friday, December 25, at the field of building inspections and The daughter of Adelaide and mother, grandmother and friend. She hours at Overlook Hospital in Sum- the last several years enjoying the ac- Daughters of Israel in West Orange. ran his own consulting business Francis LaFitte of Newfoundland, will be best remembered as a true mit. She also was a member of The tivities of Lake Bomoseen, the family Born and raised in Brooklyn, from 1970 until 2000. Canada, Mrs. Hawco was one of 12 Dodger fan, a forever Montreal Ca- Presbyterian Church in Westfield, pets and a wonderful quality of life. N.Y., Lloyd moved to New Jersey in Lloyd earned a bachelor’s degree siblings, of which she was prede- nadians fan and a lover of playing the Daughters of the American Revo- Her cremains will be interred at the 1999. in electrical engineering from City ceased by all but two, Bertha cards and spending time with fam- lution and the Philanthropic Educa- Revolutionary Cemetery in Westfield Lloyd was a loving father to Karen College of New York and his Gaudon of Port au Port, Newfound- ily. She was an amateur gardener tion Organization. at a later date. Milrod and her husband, Lewis, of master’s degree and Ph.D. from land and Margaret Gale of and bird watcher. She will be deeply She enjoyed painting in all media, In lieu of flowers, memorial contri- Westfield, Peter Temes and his wife, Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute. Stephenville, Newfoundland. missed by her family, friends and reading, crossword puzzles, sewing, butions may be made to the Rutland Judy, of Fairfield, Conn. and Lucy Upon moving to New Jersey, he She immigrated to Brooklyn, N.Y. anyone whose lives she touched. embroidery, knitting and watching County Humane Society, 765 Stevens Pritzker and her husband, David, of became a volunteer dispatcher for in 1940, where she resided and worked A Mass of Christian Burial was the New York Yankees. June cher- Road, Pittsford, Vt. 05763 or to the Scotch Plains. He was an adoring the Westfield Rescue Squad. prior to moving to New Jersey and offered yesterday, Wednesday, Janu- ished all of her cats, past and present, Windham County Humane Society, grandfather to Charles, Zachary, A memorial service was held on marrying Thomas R. Hawco. While ary 6, at the Holy Trinity Roman as well as her more recent dog. P.O. Box 397, Brattleboro, Vt. 05302. Alyssa, Katie, Leah, Joe, Abraham, Monday, December 28, at the living in Westfield, she worked for Catholic Church in Westfield. Burial Surviving are three children, Carolyn January 7, 2010 Hannah and Benjamin. Also sur- Daughters of Israel. The family re- numerous years in the local high school took place at St. Gertrude Cemetery viving is his former wife, Roberta quests that donations be made to: cafeteria. in Colonia. Temes Lyons of Scotch Plains. Ronald McDonald House Atlanta, She moved to Kennebunkport in Arrangements were under the di- William B. Shafer, 92, Squibb Retiree; Lloyd had been a professor of c/o C. Olson, House Manager, 5420 1982. rection of the Dooley Colonial electrical technology at the College Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, She was predeceased by her hus- Home, 556 Westfield Avenue in Involved With Various Organizations of Staten Island from 1970 until Ga. 30342. band, Thomas R. Hawco; her daugh- Westfield. William Breckenridge Shafer, 92, Russo; his granddaughter, Kathryn retiring in 1998 as chairman of that January 7, 2010 ter, Jane, and two sons, John and Peter. January 7, 2010 of Westfield died on Thursday, De- Bigelow; his grandson, Richard Surviving are a son, Robert T. cember 17, at the Center for Hope Russo, Jr., and his great-granddaugh- Hawco of Kennebunkport, Me., and See it all on the Web! Hospice in Scotch Plains. ter, Charlotte Bigelow, all of Beverly, Author Mappen to Share Jersey Tales two daughters, Mary T. Hawco of Born in Pottsville, Pa., he grew up Mass., and his longtime companion, WESTFIELD – The Westfield tian Invasion broadcast. Copies of the Kennebunkport and Eileen www.goleader.com in Corning, N.Y. and spent many years Carol La Pierre of Westfield. Memorial Library will welcome Dr. book will be available for Rothrock of Kennebunk. Also sur- in Rochester, N.Y. before coming to A memorial service will be held in Marc Mappen, author of “There’s autographing by the author. Westfield in 1965. the spring in Rockport, Mass. More to New Jersey Than the Sopra- This program is open to Westfield After graduation from the Corning In lieu of flowers, donations may nos,” on Wednesday, January 13, at 7 Memorial Library and MURAL Free Academy in New York, he at- be made to the Carol La Pierre and p.m. cardholders. To register, visit Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. tended Cornell University and the Bill Shafer Scholarship Fund at Referred to by the New York Times wmlnj.org and click on Online Cal- University of Buffalo. During World Elderhostel, 11 Avenue de Lafayette, as “the eminent New Jersey histo- endar, or call (908) 789-4090, exten- “25 Years Experience” War II, he worked for Curtiss-Wright Boston, Mass. 02111. For additional rian,” Dr. Mappen is a prolific author sion no. 4122. Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer in the Engineering Change Depart- information or to express condo- and former dean at Rutgers Univer- Individuals also can learn more ment in fighter plane production in lences, visit sity. about library services and activities Buffalo. Following the war, he worked www.fanwoodmemorial.com. He will cover the humorous, scan- by visiting wmlnj.org and signing up FAMILY LAW for a number of pharmaceutical firms January 7, 2010 dalous and tragic tales of New Jersey, for the monthly e-newsletter, “Li- before settling at the Squibb Institute filled with such characters as Annie brary Loop,” or stopping by the li- · Divorce · Domestic Violence of Medical Research in Princeton, Mary A. Olsen, 97 Oakley, Ulysses S. Grant, Benedict brary at 550 East Broad Street for a · Custody · Child Support N.J. He retired as Clinical Support Mary A. Olsen, 97, of Scotch Arnold and Shoeless Joe Jackson, as copy of its quarterly newsletter, “Take Section Director, Division of Medi- Plains died on Wednesday, Decem- well as episodes like the 1938 Mar- Note.” cal Affairs after 38 years. ber 30, at her home. In retirement, Mr. Shafer traveled Born in Carteret, she had lived in · DWI · Criminal Defense widely across Europe and North Fanwood before moving to Scotch · Business Disputes Commercial Litigation America and attended Elderhostel se- Plains in 1957. nior education programs as far afield Mrs. Olsen had been employed as Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor as Arizona and Sicily. He was espe- a telephone operator with NJ Bell in cially fond of Italy. Concerned that Plainfield, and was a longtime mem- other seniors might not be able to ber of the Rosary Altar Society at St. afford Elderhostel programs, he es- Bartholomew the Apostle Roman (908) 232-8787 tablished a scholarship fund. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. Mr. Shafer was a lifetime member Her husband, John, and her son, of the American Medical Writers As- Robert, predeceased her. 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 sociation and the American Society Surviving are two sons, Richard [email protected] richardjkaplow.com for Reproductive Medicine. He served Olsen and his wife, Linda, of Natick, on the boards of several local organi- Mass. and William Olsen of Scotch zations including Youth and Family Plains; her daughter-in-law, Maria Counseling Service and the Dr. Mar- Olsen of Westfield; five grandchil- tin Luther King, Jr. Association. He dren and three great-grandchildren. LAWRENCE A. WOODRUFF was particularly active in the Westfield The funeral was held on Monday, Historical Society, notably reviving January 4, from the Memorial Fu- the monthly Wednesday luncheons. neral Home, 155 South Avenue in Attorney Originally a member of the West Fields Fanwood. A Funeral Mass followed Chapter of the Sons of the American at St. Bartholomew the Apostle N.J. Divorce Mediator Revolution (SAR), he later joined the Church. Interment took place at SAR Stone Arabia Chapter in the Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains. Mohawk Valley region of New York, Those who wish may make con- where his ancestors had once lived. tributions to Atlantic Hospice, 33 Mr. Shafer was a member of the Bleeker Street, Millburn, N.J. First Unitarian Society of Plainfield. 07041. For additional information Divorce & Mediation He was predeceased by his former or to express condolences, please wife, Julianna. visit www.fanwoodmemorial.com. Estate Planning & Probate Surviving are his daughter, Holly January 7, 2010 General Practice

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By DAVID B. CORBIN four steals. Klotz, the point guard who lor Sebolao, who finished with eight Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times was also selected to the All-Tourna- points, four steals and five rebounds, Juniors Aysia Peterson and Evie ment team, sank seven points, pulled each sank four points. Kreyer finished Klotz stepped up big to lead the young seven rebounds and added five assists. with eight points and an assist. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School “She kept everybody together,” Tech attempted to slow down the girls basketball team to a 60-31 Raider Head Coach Jen Ryan said of game in the third quarter, but the trouncing of Newark North 13th Street Klotz. “It has to start with the point floodgates opened widely as the 1-3 Tech in a consolation game of the guard. She has a very good shot.” Raiders found their rhythm with a 13- Pepe/Levee Tournament at Jonathan The Raiders won the first quarter, 11- 4 run. All six of the Raiders’ field Dayton High School in Springfield 8, and began to find more openings in goals came as a result of assists. on December 30. the second quarter to roll to a 31-21 lead Peterson led the run with seven points Peterson, a forward, clicked on all at the half. Peterson and junior Becca and two assists, while Renee Oliver cylinders and led the Raiders in scor- Kreyer, who banged a pair of 3-point- (assist, steal) netted four points. ing with 20 points, rebounds with 14 ers, each netted six points in the second “We came into the game hoping to and in assists with seven, while adding quarter, while Klotz and freshman Tay- CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times SETTLING A LONG-AWAITED SCORE…Blue Devil Christian Barber, right, works on a single-leg takedown on Hanover Park’s Charles Savino in the Roselle Park Invitational 140-lb semis on December 29, and wins, 2-0. Last year, Savino edged Barber for the trip to the NJSIAA Tournament in Atlantic City. KALIMTZIS, HENRY GETS THIRD, SKIBITSKY FOURTH Barber Grabs 140-lb Crown At Panther Mat Invitational

By DAVID B. CORBIN came his get-even bout with Hornet a lot over the summer, and I was Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Charles Savino, who had edged him really hoping to beat him. That was Westfield High School junior Chris- in the Region 3 third-place bout last my last loss last year in the regions,” tian Barber avenged a loss that pre- year. In the first period, Savino took Barber said. “I should have opened vented him from qualifying for the several timeouts for blood time, which up my offense more on my feet, but NJSIAA Tournament in Atlantic City made it difficult for Barber to set up a the blood times were kind of killing last year and bounced another state takedown. Savino used leg control me. I had 15-second intervals to get qualifier en route to the 140-lb crown from the top position in the second the shot off. I knew he was a leg rider. at the Roselle Park (RP) Panther Invi- period, but Barber managed to slip Last year, he rode me with the legs. tational Holiday Wrestling Tourna- out for a reversal to take a 2-0 lead, He was tough on top. Once I got out, ment in Roselle Park on December which held up for the win. I knew I was going to win.” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 29. “My conditioning is good. I worked In the finals, Barber delivered three A HUGE AFTERNOON ACROSS THE BOARD…Raider junior forward Aysia Peterson, left, scored 20 points, pulled 14 The Howell (H) Rebels, claimed takedowns to subdue Piscataway’s rebounds, had seven assists and made four steals against Newark North 13th Street Tech on December 30. four individual champions to win the Probitas Verus Honos CONTINUED ON PAGE 11 team title with 190 points and the Hanover Park (HP) Hornets, also with SEAN CANNON (130-LB), JOSH FOOTE (145-LB) GET 4TH four individual champions, placed The Westfield Leader & The Times second with a total of 181.5. The hosting Panthers had one individual Subscription Form champion and placed third with 175 Bundy, Jacobs Place Third points. Morristown (Mo) had one champion and placed fourth with 130 points and West Milford (WM) took fifth with 102.5 points. Madison (Ma) At John Goles Mat Tourney claimed one individual champ and placed sixth with a total of 95.5. Piscataway (P) had two champions By DAVID B. CORBIN Delaware Valley (DV) claimed four pions and placed fourth at 131. West Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and finished seventh with 85 points. individual champions and won the Morris Central (WM) placed fifth Westfield (W) had one individual Raider senior Tristan Bundy and team title with 195 points. Newton with 111 points. Edison (E), with one champion and finished eighth at 72 sophomore Andrew Jacobs placed (Nw) also claimed four individual individual champion, placed sixth points. third at the competitive John Goles champions and placed second with with a 69.5 total. Pope John (PJ) took Seeded third, Barber’s trip to the Wrestling Tournament at Warren Hills 185 points, while the hosting Warren eighth at 47 points, Sparta (S) was championship was one tough road on December 29. The young Raiders Hills (WH) Blue Streaks claimed three ninth at 36 points and Millburn (Mb) after another, but he began his straight entered 10 competitors and placed individual champions and placed third finished 10th at 32 points. line with a 2-0 decision over Howell’s www.goleader.com/subscribe seventh with a total of 50.5 among the with 171 points. The North Hunterdon “I entered 10 wrestlers in the tour- Brian Wilson in the quarterfinals. Next field of 10 teams. (NH) Lions had two individual cham- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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By BRUCE JOHNSON said. “All but two wrestlers won a Josh Foote placed fourth at 145-lbs. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times match. I felt that we competed a lot He defeated Reece Parsons (Mb), 6- “Neither rain, nor sleet, nor gloom league sports 12 months a year, foot- bunch of his former Roosevelt base- the 100-breast (1:02.92) and 11th in better in this tournament than we did 2, and Adam Armstrong (Nw), 5-0, of night stays these couriers from the ball, basketball, baseball and summer ball players – Brett Johnson, Trip the 2-breast (2:19.01). “Blut” finished in our last dual match. My wrestlers and lost twice to Beauregard Vrancken swift completion of their appointed baseball. And those once-a-week trips Nugent, Max Fusaro, Robbie Ander- 19th in the 100-fly (56.17), 13th in the came to wrestle on the day of the (NH). rounds.” That’s the unofficial motto to Ange and Min’s in Kenilworth for son, Mike Buontempo, Tim Younger 1-breast (1:04.32) and 15th in the 2- tournament, and they battled every Jawan Gaines placed fifth at 135- of the U.S. Postal Service. Since the Italian food and cold beers. How I – graduate from Westfield High School breast (2:21.67). match that they wrestled in. We were lbs with a 3-1 victory over Pat statute of limitations is long past on miss those nights. (WHS). And I’m sure he’ll be coming DID YOU KNOW? proud of them for their performance.” Colicchio (Mb) and a 37-second fall this, it can now be revealed that a Joe was a couple of years older north every two years for the Westfield Speaking of WHS swimming, three Wrestling at 125-lbs, Bundy de- over Rob Tessier (S). He lost 6-3 to barking dog in the doorway or an (Holy Trinity, ’59) than me and pretty Athletic Hall of Fame inductions. He former Blue Devils have served cap- feated Chris Sarao (PJ), 5-1, and Derek Zehnbauer (DV) and in 4:29 to unshoveled sidewalk after a snow- quiet about everything. It was almost hasn’t missed one yet. tain of the swim team at Dartmouth grabbed a 14-3 majority decision over Matt Schuebel (WH). Brian Laspe, storm might have occasionally kept 30 years after we had stopped coach- “It was just time to move on,” Joe College. They are: Terry Bentley Nick Matthews (WM). He dropped a who placed fifth, recorded a 2:14 fall Joe (The Mailman) Wheatley from ing together that Pat Kennedy told said. “Since I made the decision, so (Dartmouth, ’62), Matt Bagger (’86) very close 7-6 decision to Owen Boyle over CJ Peterson (PJ) at 189-lbs. Mike delivering the mail to certain stops. me at a class reunion that he consid- many great memories have been com- and Christina Caroe (’92). (NH) and claimed a 7-4 victory over Steinfeld placed fifth at 140-lbs and “Wheats” was a Renaissance man ered Joe “the best baseball player I ing back to me … the Phillies … the WHATEVER HAPPENED TO … Steve Churchill (Nw) to up his season had a 9-3 victory over Matt Tedona of sorts, employed by the post office ever saw.” Steelers … the Conquistadors … the Jerry Kroll? record to 6-1. (WM). At 160-lbs, John Devia re- as a carrier, and later owning his own Over the years I saw less and less of summer baseball tournaments … all An outstanding basketball player/ “Tristan, was much better then corded an 8-7 decision over Walt landscaping business. He also spent Joe, unless I was in town and stopped the great kids we got to coach, the pitcher, he moved to Houston in the Boyle, but he gave up points with two Gonzales (E). over a decade coaching and officiat- by Lawrence Avenue to rehash old great parents. early 1960s. full-nelson calls. Tristan would run a CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: ing little league baseball, football and Phillies and Steelers games from 35- “When I hear people complain about The 6-foot-4 forward was a prolific wrist and a half and Boyle would 103: — Cody Barbiche (DV) p Josh basketball, junior high school and jun- 40 years earlier. Our weekly dinners Westfield people having their noses in high school scorer – imagine him in bring up the wrist that Tristan had and Giordano (NH), 5:01 ior varsity basketball and baseball had become bi-monthly, then semi- the air and being born with silver the same frontcourt with WHS Hall of put it up near his neck and the official 112: — Kevin Churchill (Nw) p Chris games, and also delivering pizza. The annual and then annual, until I can’t Greenwald (WH), :53 spoons, I just figure those are people Famer Bob Felter! – who later played awarded him the points,” coach Scholz 119: — Anthony Peterson (E) d Kevin last few years he was an assistant remember when the last one happened. jealous that they weren’t able to live with former Cranford star Wayne explained. Antero (Nw), 3-2 baseball coach at Roosevelt, and let us But it was still a shock when, during a and grow up in Westfield. It’s the best Huckel on some outstanding Davidson Jacobs won three of his four bouts at 125: — Bob Stevely (DV) d Ray not forget that he was the beloved recent phone call, Joe told me that he town going. I’m going to miss it. It was University teams under legendary 215-lbs. He pinned Sam Carvano (Mb) DeLaNunez (E), 5-2 crossing guard at both South Avenue was leaving Westfield and heading to 130: — Trevor Stefken (DV – father is Kurt just time for something new.” coach Lefty Dreisell. in 4:20. His loss was a tough 12-10 Stefken a former NJSIAA champ from and Tuttle Parkway, and more recently Florida, as of the first of December. LUCKY 13 FOR EVERLY These days Kroll, who was a sixth- decision to Victor Ramos (Nw) who Westfield) d Mike Sickles (WM), 7-4 at Lawrence Avenue and Sinclair “My address will be 1412 Astor Kevin Everly is currently in his round draft pick of the L.A. Lakers, finished second. Jacobs also defeated 135: — Jon Risk (Nw) d Matt Schuebel Place. I swear that nearly every one of Commons Place 3, Brandon, Florida, 13th year as the varsity boys basket- owns an insurance agency in Katy, Chris Hill (WM) via a fall in 2:28 and (WH), 1-0 the dozens and dozens of kids, who 33511. And my cell number is (908) ball coach at WHS. That’s longer than Texas. 140: — Anthony Gaito (WH) p Devon Mario Ciabatoni (E) via a 4-2 decision. Coates (E), 2:22 crossed the street daily said, “Have a 917-3247,” he said. “Be sure to let anybody in school history. John Lay (If you’re wondering “whatever Raider sophomore Sean Cannon 145: — Kyle Mesce (DV) d Mark Fleming nice day, Joe” and he’d respond by everybody know in the Devil’s Den. (1953-64) and Joe Soviero (1979-90) happened to … whomever?” contact placed fourth at 130-lbs. He recorded (WM), 4-2 wishing them the same, using their I’d love to have visitors.” each coached 12 years. Everly also me at the e-mail address below and a 16-0 technical fall over Dylan 152: — Chris Cancelliere (NH) d Ryan first name every time. My mind swirled … the humid sum- has coached the most games, 273, two we’ll see what we can do to find out.) Geiner (DV), 5-2 Schade (PJ) and dropped a 4-3 deci- 160: — Casey Campbell (Nw) d Will Van Joe was also one of the great batting mer days at Gumbert Field … the more than Soviero, with Lay third at IN THE GENES sion to Mike Sickles (WM), who Doren (DV), 4-2 practice pitchers ever. During our years cool, crisp November afternoon foot- 266. Lay is the leader in wins with Trevor Stiefken has already picked placed second. 171: — Matt Artigliere (WH) d Rudy together coaching the Phillies and the ball practices at Tamaques 2 … the 179, including two county champions up a couple of tournament champion- According to coach Scholz, “Sean Kolakowski (PJ), 10-6 Westfield 9-10 and 11-12 summer Saturdays when we coached the and one sectional title. Everly has 124 ships for the Delaware Valley High 189: — Steve Mihail (Nw) d Herbie Skin- teams of the late ’60s and early ’70s, had a great match with Sickles. He ner (WM), 6-1 Phillies and then umpired two or three and Soviero had 119. School wrestling team. Trevor is the could have beaten him if he was 215: — Kyle O’Donnell (WH) p Victor it’s safe to say there was never a better other games at Gumbert before hit- The current WHS team took a 3-1 son of 1972 WHS state champion healthy at the time.” Ramos (Nw), 3:14 b. p. guy. You barely needed a catcher, ting the old Oakland House in record into Tuesday’s game with Lin- Kurt Stiefken. Cannon grabbed a 14-2 majority Hwt: — Jack Delia (NH) d John Stack because everything he threw was a Garwood (now a bank) for their quar- den and visits Cranford this afternoon On December 19, Stiefken won the (WH), 11-6, 3 OT hittable strike. ter beers … the road trips down the at 4 p.m. WHS won the Butch Kowal 135-pound title at the JFK Mustang Other than my time (1967-69) Turnpike to Bordentown to watch the Memorial Tournament at Rahway last Invitational in Woodbridge. On De- aboard the U.S.S. Wasp, we were close Post 3 Legion baseball team play in a week with a 43-36 victory over Scotch cember 26 he added the 130-pound to inseparable from about 1965 to Fourth of July Tournament … me and Plains-Fanwood (SP-F) in the cham- title at the John Goles Memorial Tour- For Sale 1975, whether it was playing basket- Joe playing Bob Felter and Otto Argast pionship game. With Pat Sabatino in nament at Warren Hills. Del-Val won ball behind Roosevelt or coaching little 2-on-2 behind Roosevelt on Novem- foul trouble, Ryan Hess and Hugo both team titles. by Owner ber 24, 1963, when we learned Jack Nolasco stepped up. WHS also won THINGS WE’D LIKE (AND Ruby had shot and killed Lee Harvey the Kowal tourney in 2006 and ’07. EXPECT) TO SEE IN 2010 $950,000 See photos of Sports: Oswald, the alleged assassin of Presi- NOT MEZZIN’ AROUND The boys and girls swim teams win on www.goleader.com dent Kennedy. Matt Meserole had some fast times the Union County and state Public A To every thing, turn, turn, turn, there in the recent Bridgewater and SP-F championships. Roselle Park Invt’l Wrestling is a season … swim meets. Though finishing sec- Christian Barnes win the 140-pound SPF/Nwk N. 13 Tech Basketball But it’s not like Joe is gone forever. ond in both races, the senior captain state wrestling title. He said he’d be up next June, when a knocked Hall of Famer Steve Schmitt The AMO line (Attanasio, Meyer, (’70) off the Top 15 List in both the O’Brien) and goalie Steve Wronski 200 IM (2:01.15) and 100 fly (53.xx), power the hockey team to the county both efforts good for No. 8 all-time. title and deep into the state tournament. Schmitt is considered one of the two The girls basketball team develop or three greatest swimmers ever at players to compliment Amanda WHS. Markowski, Katie Ponce and Diana “Mezz” also split a 46.6 on the an- Venezia, and win the county title. Beautiful Ranch off Lawrence Avenue! chor leg of the 400 relay against SP-F. The baseball team to capture the SWIM REUNION North 2 Group 4 championship, be- Great Location! Walk to NYC Bus! The Franklin and Marshall Invita- hind the battery of Aiden Scanlon and Walking Distance to Schools! tional on December 5-6 in Lancaster, A.J. Murray. Pa., was a reunion of six former WHS Nikki Aronson, Tara Criscuolo and swim team captains: Juniors Katie Katie Esler have huge softball seasons. Spacious, Bright, Comfortable and Easy to Maintain Morgan (College of New Jersey) and The boys tennis team make another Colin Sullivan (Susquehanna), sopho- run at a state Group 4 title. “you will never want to move again” more Matt Blutfield (Gettysburg), and The boys and girls lacrosse teams freshmen Max Blum (F&M), Matt have turnaround seasons. 3 Bedroom, 2 ½ Bathroom Ranch, 2 Car Garage, Morgan (TCNJ) and Evan Paulan John Turnbull produce another golf Eat in Kitchen, Dining Room, Large Closets, Laundry Room on first floor, (TCNJ). powerhouse. Sullivan finished third in both the Ryan Hess return to football and Master Bedroom with two walk in closets, Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings 100 (59.72) and 200 (2:12.75) breast- break the school single-season receiv- in basement. Furnace and Hot Water Heater recently replaced. strokes. Paulan had a fifth in the 200- ing record. Great Family Room with Skylight, Large Brick Fireplace and Hearth individual medley (2 .68) and a fourth DEVIL OF THE WEEK in the 200-breast (2:14.28). Blum was This week’s winner of a free sub and exit to a Spacious Private Back Yard. 14th in the 500-free (5 .78), 11th in the from Mike the new owner at Westfield Brick siding on the front and cedar siding on the back. 400 IM (4:29.15) and fifth in the 1,650- Subs (261 South Avenue East) is Ryan free (17:17.62). Hess. The junior scored 15 points, For sale by owner. By appointment only. Katie Morgan was runnerup in the including some clutch foul shooting, 200-breast (2:29.44) and seventh in to lead WHS over SP-F 43-36 in the Call 908.233.6523 or 908.477.4488, Between 9am and 8pm the 100 (1:09.76), while Matt 10th in title game of the Butch Kowal Tourna- ment in Rahway. The Devil’s Den appears Thursday in The Westfield Leader during the Joyce Taylor, Sales Associate school year. Contact me with com- Cathy Splinter, Sales Associate ments, complaints and suggestions at 908-233-6417, Direct Dial [email protected]. Win or not, NJAR Circle of Excellence 1977—2008 908-398-7200, Cellular WHS4EVR! PUBLIC NOTICE NJAR Circle of Excellence Award 1997—2008 TOWN OF WESTFIELD REGIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT Open House, Sunday January 10th, 1— 4pm Please be advised that the Westfield Board of Health will conduct their annual Re-Organization Meeting on Monday, January 11, 2010, at 5:00 PM. The meet- ing will be held in Council Conference Chamber, located on the first floor of the Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey. Members of the public are welcome to attend. 1 T - 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $12.75 PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD PLANNING BOARD PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Janu- ary 27, 2010, at 7:30 P.M. in the lower level meeting room of the Fanwood Borough Hall, located at 75 North Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the Planning Board will hold a hearing on the application of the undersigned. The property in question is located at 40 South Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, also known as Block 56, Lot 5, as shown on the Fanwood Tax Map, owned by Nicola and Christina Porchetta. The applicant seeks a use variance for a new mixed use building in the Light Indus- trial Zone. In addition, the applicant seeks a minor subdivision (rear lot line adjust- ment) with 47 LaGrande Avenue (Block 56 419 Everson Place Westfield, NJ Lot 18) owned by Dennis Gardon. The applicant will also seek such other A wonderful location, timeless details, hardwood floors, relief as may be determined necessary at Embraced by alluring grounds, this delightful Westfield Center Hall Colonial has a gra- the public hearing based upon review of antique woodwork, moldings & high ceilings adorn this the application or amendment(s) to the cious ambiance that enlivens the many sun lit rooms. The formal living room and dining application. charming Colonial. The fire lit living room and formal The file pertaining to this application dining room with walk-in bay window & updated bath room are adorned with bay windows and moldings. The eat-in kitchen has a greenhouse is available for public inspection during window that brings nature indoors. A master bedroom with full bath, three more bed- normal business hours (8 AM to 4 PM, welcome all. Relax in the family room or in the updated Monday - Friday) from the Secretary of the rooms, warmed by the rays of the sun are joined by another full bath and good closet Planning Board at the Administration Of- eat-in kitchen. The 2nd floor has sunlit bedrooms, an up- fice of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North space to craft a lovely second floor. A first floor powder room, full basement with rec Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. dated bath & an enclosed porch. There is also a walk-up Any interested party may appear at 3rd floor with two more bedrooms & storage, a 1st floor room and bar area and an exceptional location ensure that this is a wonderful place to said hearing and participate therein in call home. Presented for $645,000. accordance with the rules of the Fanwood laundry room and a lovely yard with deck. Presented for Planning Board. Dir: Summit Ave to Everson Applicant: $599,000. 40 South Avenue, LLC 201 Wilton Avenue Middlesex, New Jersey 08846 Attorney for Applicant: Richard M. Cohen, Esq. Schiller & Pittenger 1771 Front Street Westfield Office · 600 North Avenue, West · 908-233-0065 Westfield Office · 600 North Avenue, West · 908-233-0065 Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $37.74 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 7, 2010 Page 11 Lady Raiders Step on N. 13th St. Tech, 60-31

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 do better than we did two days ago,” make them a good team. Now, they Raiders’ agenda. Peterson said. “After halftime, coach understand what they have to do to “Games like this just make me want said, ‘you’re doing what you are sup- get this feeling. This winning feel- to go out and do it again, and we are posed to be doing, so just keep going. ing! Feeling that when you walk off ready for Westfield,” Peterson said. Don’t stop!’ ” the floor, you did everything that you “Very Ready!” “I have been waiting for the team to play at the level that I know that they are capable of playing. They needed to convince themselves that, although we are young and we don’t have a lot of experience back from last year, we can do these things that we practice every single day,” coach Ryan said. “Today, from the start, just the look in their eyes, it was a different separa- tion. We didn’t do anything special, but they have to seriously feel confi- dent out there and know that they can do these things I am asking them to do. It’s always good to get that first win under your belt.” With a 44-25 lead entering the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times fourth quarter, the Raiders called up ATTEMPTING TO GET THE TAKEDOWN…Blue Devil Troy Skibitsky, right, attempts a takedown on Piscataway’s the reserves and the positive momen- Mike Mora in the 125-lb semis. Skibitsky lost in overtime, and Mora went on to win the weight class. tum continued with a 16-5 run. Erin Brown scored six points, Liz Gallo rolled in six points and had a pair of Barber Grabs 140-lb Title at Panther Mat Invt’l steals, and Lyndsey Douglas (steal) scored two points. Christine Monroy CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 contributed a steal. David Powell, an NJSIAA qualifier were not finishing them. We were 145: — Ryan Colwell (Ma) d Aaron “We did so well that we got every- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times at 140-lbs last year, 6-1. giving up points at the end of a period. Velasquez (Mo), 7-0 body in the game. We should have DRIBBLING TO THE BASKET…Raider freshman Taylor Sebolao, No. 23, “I definitely felt better on my feet. In a match that is going to be 4-3 or a 152: — Russ Benner (RP) d Christian more games like this where we can get dribbles toward the North 13th Street Tech basket. Mazzocchi (Ma), 5-1 everybody in the game,” Peterson said. My offense was working well,” Bar- low-scoring match, you can’t let those 160: — Tevin Shaw (P) d Dennis Carroll, 5-2 ber said. “I beat him last year, and I points up,” coach Kurz said. “We 171: — Mike Lomio (HP) d Vic Pozsonyi, Crystal Torres, who had a pair of 3- needed to do! It’s believable now.” North 13th St. Tech 8 13 4 5 31 had a great summer of wrestling. I know those two kids are sophomores, 3-2 pointers, and Ukeca Harris each A showdown with rival Westfield, Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 11 20 13 16 60 wanted to dominate him more than I so that is going to come with time and 189: — Darren Dungee (Mo) d Connor scored eight points for Tech. which was to be played in Scotch Gabriel (RP), 3-2 “It looked textbook almost,” coach Plains on January 5, was next on the did last year.” experience with them, but as a team, 215: — Joe Melon (Ho) d Frank Yuro “Today was a great day for Chris- we need to be a little bit stingier.” (RP), 13-8 Ryan said. “They were positive. They tian. He had a loaded weight class, Brian Henry recorded a 3-2 deci- Hwt: — Jake Conover (Ho) p Mike were crisp. They were looking for the Raiders Top Westfield and he had to go right through the sion over Matt Reed (H) and went on Boardman (Ma), 1:07 open man. They were taking those hardest part of it,” Blue Devil Head to place third at 145-lbs. Erik THIRD PLACE: open shots. They were boxing out. See story next week 103: — Kalimtzis (W) p DeVito (RP), 1:20 They were doing the things that would Coach Glen Kurz said. “That kid from Gozdieski pinned Rich DiZenzo 112: — Ryan Murphy (WM) md Adam Howell was a tough kid. In the next (WM) with a half nelson in 2:22 and Sabo (HP), 9-1 two matches, even though the scores went on to place fifth at 152-lbs. At 119: — Chris Albanese (H) tf Jovanni SAME OLD ROUTINE? SAME OLD RESULTS..... were somewhat close, he dominated 171-lbs, Bill Kim scored a reversal Rameriz (RP), 20-3, 5:19 125: — Pisauro (RP) d Skibitsky (W), 5-4 two good kids. Neither Savino nor and a pullback to pin Jack Anzul (Ma) 130: — C.J. Forte (Mo) d Enrique Soriano LET JENI-FIT BE THE SOLUTION TO YOUR Powell was any scoring threat. He in the third period. He then pinned (RP), 7-2 NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION! controlled the pace. He went after Zach Panzarella (WM) with a half 135: — Evan Poole (WM) tf Desmond them. He really showed that, when he nelson in 3:13 to place fifth and to up Towns (Mo), 19-4, 5:00 140: — Savino (HP) d Nick Longo (RP), 6-5 NEW INDOOR & OUTDOOR CLASSES START TODAY! wants to put it together, he’s going to his record to 5-2. 145: — Henry (W) won forfeit have a great year.” “I was working kind of slow that 152: — Alfonse Scala (HP) md Zach FREE TRY-IT CLASS FOR ALL FIRST TIME CLIENTS! Blue Devil sophomore Mike second match. I was a little not in the Bohm (H), 11-3 Kalimtzis was taken down with two mood, but I came around in the third 160: — Jesse Holzhauer (H) d Matt Berry (WM), 9-5 DON'T DELAY, GET FIT TODAY! seconds remaining in the second pe- period,” Kim described. “My third 171: — Kyle Lamiranda (H) won deci- riod to suffer a 5-4 decision in the match, I was ready to go hard. I was sion 103-lb semifinals to Gennaro Cuccolo not tired at all. We work pretty much 189: — Ed Carr (Ma) p Brandon Russell (HP), the eventual champion. every day, and we lift on Sundays. (H), 1:24 215: — Matt Recine (P) p Zavier Rivera Kalimtzis claimed third place after That paid off a lot.” (Mo), :57 recording a first-period pin over John CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: Hwt: — Nick Melillo (HP) p Doug Goss Devito (RP). Blue Devil sophomore 103: — Gennaro Cuccolo (Ho) d Frank (Mo), 1:30 Troy Skibitsky lost in overtime to Crippen (Mo) Mike Mora (P), the eventual winner 112: — Dru Thomas (Ho) d Patsy Davis Online Cougar Exclusive: (HP), 3-1 at 125-lbs, then dropped a 5-4 deci- 119: — Kyle Robertson ((HP) p Josh For Cranford High School sports, sion to Dan Pisauro (RP) in the bout Love (WM), 3:00 check out the Online Exclusive Cou- for third place. 125: — Mike Mora (P) d Cole Cameron gar pages at – www.goleader.com – Jenifer Wirtshafter “Both Mike and Troy, I feel the (Ho), 6-1 Go to bottom of main page – Click 130: — Mike Shaughessy (Ho) d Nick Benefi[email protected] same way about them. They both Giordano ((HP), 4-2 Cougar Pages. Also, see Union wrestled hard. Actually, the whole 135: — Mike Johnstone (HP) tf Jon County wrestling results: 908-578-7055 team wrestled hard, but not smart! Acosta (RP), 20-4, 3:20 Also see Project Graduation CHECK US OUT @ WWW.JENI-FIT.COM We were getting nice shots, but we 140: — Christian Barber (W) d David Casino Night Fundraiser Powell (P), 6-1

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From the archives of The Westfield January 12, 2000: The Raider Leader and The Scotch Plains- wrestling team took it right down to Fanwood Times – www.goleader.com the final bout to pull out a stunning, January 6, 2005: The hosting 37-33, victory over a strong Cranford Raider boys basketball came on strong team in Scotch Plains. Gary Cousar in the second half to grab a, 66-52, won an 18-9, majority decision at 215 victory over the 2-6 Blue Devils. Se- and freshman Matt Loomis pinned SLAMFEST WINNERS…The Westfield Renegades 7th grade boys travel A nior forward Gavin Ford and junior heavyweight Efrin Ortiz in 1:44 to basketball team won the Wayne PAL Holiday Slamfest Tournament on January 2. The Westfield White seventh grade travel basketball team guard Rob Lewis each netted 14 secure the victory. Pictured, left to right, are: bottom row, James Goldberger, Kevin Irving, Colin points. Junior forward Sean Young January 5, 1999: A classic sting Dursee and Jack Bunting; top row, Assistant Coach Rich Dursee, Sean Elliott, Matt scored 13 and senior forward Jeff occurred in Westfield when the Blue Catanzaro, Danny McHugh, Danny Mitchell, Sean Brennan and Head Coach Mark Marable scored 10. Blue Devil senior Devil girls basketball team came from Mitchell. Not pictured: Assistant Coach David Wirtshafter and Eli Wirtshafter. WF 7th Travel Boys Capture point guard Erik Hayes led all scorers behind to pull off a 27-26 victory over with 19 points and junior forward the Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls. Blue Readington Hoops Crown Josh Gerckens bagged 12. Devil senior Liz McKeon sank two Fanwood’s Harcourt Named January 5, 2004: The Blue Devil foul shots with :09 remaining to con- The Westfield White seventh grade tant Coach Stephen Noonan. girls winter track team placed in the clude the scoring. boys travel basketball team won the Prosuk, who had the most points top four in every event to grab the January 5, 1998: Several firsts To PeeWee Hockey Team seventh grade boys Bracket II Cham- scored for each team with 13, was Union County Girls Relay crown with were attained by the Blue Devil girls’ The New Jersey Devils Youth Que- dian families throughout the week of pionship at the 11th Annual awarded a “Hustle Award” and a team total of 50 at Dunn Center in indoor track team, which enabled bec Hockey Team will be participat- the tournament. The players are paired Readington Holiday Basketball Tour- granted a three-session scholarship Elizabeth. Mika Cruz at 30.63, Jenell them to easily grab first place in the ing in the 51st Annual Quebec Inter- up and will live with these families, nament on December 30 by defeating to attend Hoops America Basketball Carter at 30.67, Annie Onishi at 1:07.4 Union County girls’ indoor track re- national PeeWee Hockey Tournament who volunteer to host the various the Long Hill boys travel team in the Training School in South Plainfield. held in Quebec City in February. teams from abroad. title game, which was held at the Additionally, Scott, Westfield’s sec- Danny Harcourt of Fanwood was one Readington Middle School in ond leading scorer, was awarded the of 20 players from the New Jersey/ WF’s Aleksandravicius Whitehouse Station. “Timothy Paul Gilbert Memorial New York area who were evaluated The entire Westfield White team MVP Trophy” as selected by the game through a series of tryouts and se- Wins Skating Medal equally contributed to the victory in referees. lected by the coaching staff of USA WESTFIELD – The Ice-Lantics’ the very competitive game. The team (Timothy Paul Gilbert, of Leba- Hockey’s Player Development Pro- new Novice level synchronized skat- consisted of: Nathan Budashewitz, non, was an employee of Cantor gram. The players will represent New ing team, featuring Westfield High Neilan Dolan, Brennan Erickson, Fitzgerald in the World Trade Center Jersey and the Atlantic District of School senior Sara Aleksandravicius, Mitchell Figueroa, Jonathan Fried- and tragically died at the age of 35 USA Hockey. won a pewter medal after debuting lander, Logan Klier, Koryn Kramer, during “9/11”). For further informa- It is the largest single Peewee tour- their sophisticated, percussive “Afri- Dave LaVelle, Rob Noonan, Michael tion regarding the tournament, please nament in the world. The celebration can Myths” program at the Terry Prosuk, Lilly Scott and Chris Sullivan, visit www.leaguelineup.com/ of Peewee hockey brings together Conners Synchronized Skating Clas- Head Coach Carl Figueroa and Assis- welcome.asp?url=readholiday over 100 teams from all over the sic in Stamford, Conn. in December world to compete in front of crowds The event attracts teams from across averaging over 10,000 fans per game. the Middle Atlantic and New En- NHL players that played in this tour- gland states. nament include Wayne Gretzky, Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin. WF’s Morse to Play This month Harcourt and his team- David B. Corbin (January 2003 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Hockey for Providence BEING CLOSELY GUARDED BY A TIGER...Blue Devil senior center Bobby mates will be honored during the in- Wilt, No. 25, is closely guarded by the South Plainfield Tiger center in the Tri- termission of the New Jersey Devils/ LAKE PLACID – Westfield native County championship game at Rahway. Montreal Canadians game at the Rebecca Morse, co-captain of the Prudential’s Rock Arena. The team National Sports Academy’s (NSA) and anchor Emily MacNeil at 2:29.9 lays. It was also the first time the Blue will also compete in exhibition games girls hockey team, has been awarded won the Sprint Medley Relay with a Devil girls have ever taken the county prior to the Quebec Tournament. The a full athletic scholarship to Provi- time of 4:38.5. championships. team’s first exhibition game will be dence University in Rhode Island. January 5, 2002: The Blue Devil The Blue Devils captured first in against the Ukranian National Team. Morse is also well-rounded in the wrestling team found the road rocky three events. Tara Bhandari, Anna The team will also square off against classroom. She’s a member of the in North Plainfield as a strong un- Dujnic, Maura McMahon and Sage Switzerland, Sweden and the Czech National Honor Society and has won blemished, 5-0 Canuck team domi- Stefiuk combined times of 4:24.5, Republic teams. a community service award at NSA. nated 53-21. Joe DeCampo (119-lbs) 1:10.5, 2:35.5 and 5:48.8, respec- The players, who participate on She is also treasurer of the student won a 15-4, majority decision over tively, totaling 13:59.5, to win the this team, billet with French Cana- body. Pat Potok. Ethan Powell rocked 135- distance medley relay. The two-mile SLAMFEST CHAMPS…The 13-1 Westfield 5th Grade (U11) Blue basketball lb. Albert Melendez to sleep in just relay belonged to Blue Devils Laura team captured the Wayne PAL Holiday Slamfest Tournament Championship by 0:43. Sophomore Lee Tomaso fol- Brucia, Megan Shutts, Alexis going undefeated in six games. Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Jack lowed at 140 by mauling Tom Heteji, Anzelone and Adrienne Blauvelt, who Neiswenter, Kevin Reinhard, Owen Bartok, Max Kaplan, Matt Varano, Tim Day, 15-0, in a technical fall at 3:40. recorded respective times of 2:46.35, Kevin Brennan and Chuck Baldwin; back row, coaches Mark Martini and Ron 2:43.19, 2:44.2 and 2:44.58 to total Neiswenter, Philip Martini, Jack Meiselman, Matt LaCorte, Michael Ukrainskyj PUBLIC NOTICE and coaches Jim LaCorte and Dave Brennan. 10:58.32. Katie Egan at :68.1, Mary TOWN OF WESTFIELD Korfmacher at :31, Tameka Waye at PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE MEMORIAL LIBRARY :28.97 and Stefiuk at 2:38.21 seized BOARD OF TRUSTEES SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY first in the sprint medley relay with a than two years have elapsed since the MEETING SCHEDULE – 2010 UNION COUNTY sale of said lands by the City of Plainfield, total of 4:46.4. CHANCERY DIVISION and the lands have not been redeemed TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Trust- PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. F-24726-08 from the tax sale; that plaintiff has pro- ees of the Westfield Memorial Library will FILE NO. 51333-62 duced before this court its Certification meet in regular public meeting, at which TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS FILED: DECEMBER 24, 2009 showing that there is due on said tax sale the public may attend and participate on NOTICE IS hereby given that at a meet- certificate, together with subsequent taxes the following dates in 2010 in the Program CIVIL ACTION ing of the Township Council of the Town- and interest, the sum of $30,102.07 as of Room of the Westfield Memorial Library, ORDER SETTING TIME, PLACE AND ship of Scotch Plains, held on Tuesday, January 23, 2009; and 550 East Broad Street, Westfield, New AMOUNT OF REDEMPTION January 5, 2010 the following ordinances IT IS on this 24th day of December, Jersey at 8:00 p.m., the said meeting entitled: WACHOVIA-AS CUSTODIAN 2009, ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that dates being the following Thursdays, un- FOR PHOENIX FUNDING; the amount required to redeem the pre- less otherwise noted. AN ORDINANCE PERMIT- ICE HOCKEY WINNERS…On December 28, the Cranford Hockey Club Mite PLAINTIFF(S) VS. ANNIE L. TING GAMES OF CHANCE ON mises referred to in the aforementioned January 28, 2010 Thursday Blue team won the New Jersey Freeze Holiday Tournament in Randolph. The HARRIS A/K/A ANNIE LOUISE SUNDAY JANUARY 31, 2010 tax sale certificate is the sum of $30,102.07, February 25, 2010 Thursday team won all five contests, but needed overtime and a shootout in the final to clinch HARRIS, WIDOW, HER IN THE TOWNHSIP OF which includes the amount due on said tax March 25, 2010 Thursday the title. Westfield members of the team are: Joe Beatty, Christopher Duffy, HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- SCOTCH PLAINS sale certificate, subsequent taxes and in- April 22, 2010 Thursday Tommy Duffy, Nick Manganello, Paul Romeo, Timmy Rosa, Trevor Tanella and SONAL REPRESENTATIVES, terest as of January 23, 2009, together May 27, 2010 Thursday AN ORDINANCE PERMIT- AND THEIR OR ANY OF with costs duly taxed in the sum of Gavin Tanji. The team is coached by Westfield residents Ken Tanji (head coach), June 24, 2010 Thursday TING GAMES OF CHANCE ON THEIR SUCCESSORS IN $2,036.68. In addition, the tax collector will Dan Duffy and Joe Rosa. September 23, 2010 Thursday SUNDAY APRIL 4TH, 11TH, RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- add any additional interest, additional taxes October 28, 2010 Thursday 25TH, MAY 2ND, 9TH, 16TH, EST; STATE OF NEW JER- and/or penalties that may become due PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE November 18, 2010 Thursday 23RD, 30TH, JUNE 6TH, 13TH, SEY; KASHIA HARRIS, UN- and owing as of the date that redemption December 16, 2010 Thursday 27TH, 2010 IN THE TOWN- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS MARRIED; LATOYA HARRIS; occurs. An exact redemption amount must SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS COUNTY OF UNION JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF be obtained from the municipal tax collec- The agenda for all of the said meetings LATOYA HARRIS, SAID tor; and is not yet known. The aforementioned were adopted on second and final read- TAKE NOTICE That pursuant to Resolution No. 164-09, adopted by the Township NAME JOHN DOE BEING FIC- IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the 8th notice has been prepared and will be ing. Council of the Township of Scotch Plains on December 15, 2009 that the undersigned TITIOUS; TRISTINE HARRIS, day of February, 2010, between the hours posted, mailed and filed in accordance TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS will expose for sale at Public Auction, in accordance with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and UNMARRIED; GEORGE A. of nine o’clock in the forenoon and four with the provisions of the Open Public Barbara Riepe locations specified below, the following motor vehicles which came into the possession HARRIS A/K/A ANTHONY o’clock in the afternoon, at the office of the Meetings Act. Township Clerk of the Scotch Plains Police Department through abandonment or failure of owners to THOMAS; MRS. GEORGE A. Tax Collector of the City of Plainfield, 515 1 T - 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $28.05 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $22.44 claim same. HARRIS A/K/A MRS. AN- Watchung Avenue, Plainfield, New Jersey All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no THONY THOMAS; ARIONA L. 07061, be and the same is hereby fixed as PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Minimum bid for each HARRIS; JOHN DOE, HUS- the time and place for the redemption of vehicle will be all towing and storage fees due to the towing agency. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at BAND OF ARIONA L. HAR- the said lands as described in the com- NOTICE OF MEETINGS RIS, SAID NAME JOHN DOE plaint and making up the premises con- time of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) The public auction shall be held on January 14, 2010 in accordance with the laws of BEING FICTITIOUS; TIVONA cerning which the complaint is filed, and *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS* THOMAS; JOHN DOE, HUS- that thereupon the defendant who redeems the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. BAND OF TIVONA THOMAS, shall be entitled to the certificate of tax sale TYPE OF MEETING: Board/PTA Roundtable Discussion The following vehicles may be examined at Plains Auto Body, 2368 Beryllium Road, SAID NAME JOHN DOE BE- duly endorsed for cancellation; and DATE OF MEETING: Monday, January 11, 2010 Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 10:15 am. Public Auction will commence at 10:30 am. ING FICTITIOUS; RIONNA IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in de- THOMAS, UNMARRIED; fault of the said defendants paying to the LOCATION: Park Middle School/Media Center MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID ALRIC HARRIS; MRS. ALRIC Tax Collector of the City of Plainfield, and 580 Park Avenue Nissan 1998 1N4DL01D0WC181639 $4020.00 HARRIS; GENERAL INVEST- the plaintiff, the said sum, interest and Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 The following vehicles may be examined at Franks Auto Repair, 56 Martine Avenue, MENT CORP.; FIDELITY costs aforesaid, the said defendants stand TIME: 7:00 p.m. Fanwood, New Jersey at 11:15 am. Public Auction will commence at 11:30 am. UNION TRUST COMPANY; absolutely debarred and foreclosed of and LIBERTY MUTUAL INSUR- from all right and equity of redemption on, PURPOSE OF MEETING: The Board will meet with the PTA to discuss MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID ANCE CO.; HAGEDORN PSY- in and to said lands and premises and various topics of concern. Toyota 1993 JT2EL43T8P0328232 $8220.00 CHIATRIC HOSPITAL; every part thereof, and the plaintiff shall ACTION TO BE TAKEN: Action may be taken Barbra Riepe, Township Clerk MICHAEL C. TRAMONTANO; have an absolute and indefeasible inter- 1 T - 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $30.60 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $47.94 LARIDIAN CONSULTING est of inheritance in fee simple, to said INC.; TAMEEKA SMITH; lands and premises. Anything to the con- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE DEFENDANT(S) trary notwithstanding, redemption shall be permitted up until the entry of final judg- NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION THIS MATTER being opened to the ment including the whole of the last date DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES court by Goldenberg, Mackler, Sayegh, upon which judgment is entered; and 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 605 Mintz, Pfeffer, Bonchi & Gill, A Profes- IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that if the TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 sional Corporation, Attorneys for Plaintiff, addresses of the defendants are not Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 and it appearing that default has been known, a copy of this Order or Notice A.M. on 1/14/10, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified A.M. on 1/26/10, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified entered against the defendants, ANNIE L. thereof directed to such defendants shall under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A HARRIS a/k/a ANNIE LOUISE HARRIS, be published in The Westfield Leader, a Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, Widow, her heirs, devisees and personal newspaper circulating in Union County, at New Jersey 08625; for: New Jersey 08625; for: representatives, and their or any of their least one time, not less than twenty days Maintenance Machine Sweeping Contract, North - 2010, Various locations Maintenance Machine Sweeping Contract, North - 2010, 78/ 80/ 280/ 287, successors in right, title and interest; prior to the date fixed for redemption by including and North of Rout 57, Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Various locations, Counties of Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, STATE OF NEW JERSEY; KASHIA HAR- this Order; and Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren; 100% State; DP No: 10406 Sussex, Union, and Warren; 100% State; DP No: 10409 RIS, unmarried; LATOYA HARRIS; JOHN IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C DOE, husband of Latoya Harris, said name of this Order or a Notice thereof be served 17:27. The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and 17:27. The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and John Doe being fictitious; TRISTINE HAR- upon the defendants, whose addresses Disclosure of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Disclosure of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and RIS, unmarried; GEORGE A. HARRIS a/ are known, by mailing to each of them Executive Order No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order Executive Order No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order k/a ANTHONY THOMAS; MRS. GEORGE such a copy or notice not later than ten No: 117 is effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders No: 117 is effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders A. HARRIS a/k/a MRS. ANTHONY THO- days prior to the date fixed for redemption must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, MAS; ARIONA L. HARRIS; JOHN DOE, of the lands and premises by this Order; Business Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of Business Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of husband of Ariona L. Harris, said name and valid business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the valid business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the John Doe being fictitious; TIVONA THO- IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 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ALRIC HARRIS; tify to this Court whether the premises The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 GENERAL INVESTMENT CORP.; FIDEL- were or were not redeemed from the U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the ITY UNION TRUST COMPANY; LIBERTY plaintiff’s tax sale certificate in accordance Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.; HAGEDORN with the terms of this Order. submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL; MICHAEL C. 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Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN and a rebound. hitting only two of seven, finished Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Marquis Staton nailed a jump shot with six points, four rebounds and an Senior center Will Green and se- with two seconds remaining to give assist. Pace put up six points, includ- nior guard Kendall Grier bucketed 21 the 3-1 Montclair Mounties the vic- ing a 3-pointer, and was the chief thief points and 17 points, respectively, to tory over the Cougars. Senior for- with five steals. He also had a pair of lead the Cranford High School boys ward Travis Layne bucketed 18 points rebounds and a pair of assists. Trotter basketball team past Rahway, 63-50, and pulled 12 boards. The Cougars had four points, five rebounds, three in a Union County Watchung Confer- did hold a 25-17 lead at halftime, but assists and a pair of steals. Goode had ence Division game in Rahway on the Mounties narrowed the score to four rebounds, two assists and a steal. December 22. 33-31 at the end of the third quarter. The game against 3-1 Paterson East Six days later, on December 28, a Green led the Cougars with 15 Side was very close entering the fourth strong Montclair Mounties team points, including 5-for-6 from the line, quarter, as the Cougars trailed 32-30 burned the Cougars, 47-46, in the but Gross was close behind with 14 at the half and 38-37 after three quar- first round of the Mighty Ghosts Tour- points. Green also led in rebounds ters. Grier (three 3-pointers), Gross nament at Paterson East Side. One with 12, while contributing two blocks and Trotter (3-pointer) each sank 12 day later, on December 29, Paterson and an assist. Gross pulled down six points. This time Grier, who had four East Side got the best of the Cougars, boards, including two offensive, and rebounds, four assists and two steals, 68-59. added a blocked shot. Grier, who had hit all three of his free throws. Gross The Cougars quickly set the 0-2 some difficulty from the charity line had two rebounds, while Trotter fin- Rahway Indians back on their heels ished with four rebounds, three steals David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and sprinted to an 18-4 lead in the and three assists. Green had eight COUGAR ATHLETE OF THE WEEK…Cranford High School senior Julian Campo upped his record to 6-0 after claiming first quarter. By halftime, the Cou- COUGAR SNACK: points and five rebounds (3 offen- the 215-lb crown at the Bloomfield Holiday Wrestling Tournament on December 30. Campo pinned Shane Cunningham of gars had the game well in hand with sive). Pace had six points, three as- Caldwell in the semifinals and went on to pin Joe Festa of Verona in the title bout. a 33-13 lead. Lady Cougars Freeze sists and a theft. Goode also bucketed Green, who hit half of his field six points, while adding four assists, GIACCIO, BUONTEMPO, DiGIOVANNI PLACE SECOND goals and was 1-for-3 from the char- Comet Cagers, 49-39 two steals and two rebounds. Bryan ity line, made a pair of steals, had an The Cranford High School girls Fitzsimmons nailed a 3-pointer. assist, pulled eight rebounds – five basketball team elevated its record to Cranford 18 15 18 12 63 offensive – and blocked a shot against 4-1 with a 49-39 victory over the Rahway 4 9 19 19 50 Campo, Brady Grab Crowns the Indians. Grier, who also sank half Hillside Lady Comets in Cranford on Montclair 6 11 14 16 47 of his shots, including a 3-pointer, hit January 5. Senior center Danielle Cranford 9 16 8 13 46 two of three from the line and added Gross led the Cougars with 16 points Cranford 18 12 17 12 59 four assists, three steals and three and sophomore guard Morgan Miller East Side 13 19 16 20 68 rebounds. Senior guard Greg Goode pumped in 12 points, which included At Bloomfield Mat Tourney sank five points, including a 3-pointer, four free throws. Online Cougar Exclusive: contributed three assists, had two re- Senior forward Jamie Webb hit four For Cranford High School sports, By DAVID B. CORBIN Cougar Head Coach Darren Torsone Torsone said. He wears them down, bounds and created three acts of theft. free throws and finished with seven check out the Online Exclusive Cou- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times said. “We know he is tough on the moves them around and create op- Sophomore Chris Gross pumped in points. Freshman guard Jess McCoy gar pages at – www.goleader.com – Cranford High School seniors mat, this is what he needed to do to portunities.” 10 points, grabbed three rebounds, sank six points. Senior forward Tay- Go to bottom of main page – Click Julian Campo and Joe Brady won become a better wrestler.” Cougar junior Joe Giaccio recorded blocked a shot and had a steal. Junior lor D’Antico and freshmen guard Cougar Pages. their respective weight classes at the Brady pinned Tom Trommolen a 1:27 fall over Peter Tantillo (Passaic point guard Sean Trotter had three Jenna Goeller each had three points. Online Exclusive Cougar pages Bloomfield Holiday Tournament held (Clifton) in 2:34 in the heavyweight Valley) in the 119-lb quarterfinals, rebounds, two assists and two steals. Sara Guiglia had two points. can also be accessed by clicking in Bloomfield (B) on December 30. semifinals. Facing Dan Pierce of then advanced to the title bout after Senior guard Nick Pace banged a 3- Hillside 7 6 11 15 39 on “Archives”. The host team won the team title with Caldwell in the title bout, Brady adding a 1:48 fall over Caldwell Chief pointer and had four assists, a steal Cranford 14 12 11 12 49 176 points and claimed four indi- scored a takedown late in the third- Nick Rogers. In the finals, he suf- vidual champions. period to secure a 7-4 victory. fered a mild upset at the hands of The Cougars (C), who had five “Brady wrestled a smart, tough Bloomfield’s Chris Lantz, who won a matmen competing in the finals, tied tournament. He has been doing a nice 5-3 decision. Giaccio had defeated the Caldwell (Ca) Chiefs, who job finding a way to score on good Lantz via 12-4, majority decision last claimed no individual champions, for heavyweights, who maintain good year in the tournament. third place with 151 points. Passaic position throughout the match,” coach CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Valley (PV) had four individual cham- pions and placed second with 175 points. Nutley (N) had two individual Cougar Pride champions and placed fifth with 135 Casino Night Benefiting Cranford points. Clifton (Cl) had one individual This page is reserved for Cranford High School sports only. champion and placed sixth with 105.5 To make this weekly page a success, help points. Verona (V) had one champion is needed from the coaches, a stat person and finished seventh with a 93 total and/or a designated parent, who follows Project Graduation Set for Jan. 22 and Ridge (R) placed eighth with 45 points. any of the teams and wishes to contribute CRANFORD – Cranford the winter, while enjoying a fun filled options to support Project Gradu- Campo showed Shane Cunningham a to the point, factual account of the event. Project Graduation will host a night in support of a program that ation include purchasing or sell- (Caldwell) the lights in 1:06 to ad- Any good photos of the event may also be Casino Night at the Gran Centuri- effectively reduces some of the more ing tickets on behalf of the vance to the 215-lb finals where he welcomed. ons in Clark on Friday, January significant risks associated with un- Cranford PTA, sponsoring the did the same to Joe Festa (Verona) in Please e-mail by Monday at noon to 22, at 7 p.m. The event, sponsored chaperoned high school graduation event and making a donation. 1:34. David B. Corbin, (Asst. Publisher/Sports Editor) by the Cranford PTA, will raise parties,” said Kathleen Hartnett, To purchase tickets, please con- “Julian became more aggressive [email protected] funds to sponsor a safe, drug and Chairperson for Project Graduation. tact: Grace Williams at (908) 276- on his feet which was good to see,” alcohol free graduation night cel- The Vegas-style event is a new 2767 or [email protected] Go Cougars! ebration for Cranford High School addition to Project Graduation’s ex- – Mary Ann Ramey at (908) 272- Probitas Verus Honos seniors. The event offers a night isting fundraising efforts and hopes 4039 or [email protected] – of hors d’oeuvres and games of are high that community support will or visit Periwinkle’s located at 17 chance including Black-Jack, lead to a strong turnout. “Casino North Union Avenue, Cranford Craps, Roulette, Poker and slots. Night will be the largest fundraising ************************ Tickets are $35 in advance and event tied to Project Graduation,” For more information on Casino $40 at the door. Hartnett said, “and we are counting Night, Project Graduation, spon- “As one of the first major com- on the money raised here to fund the sorships, etc. please contact: munity social events after the holi- majority of the graduation night ac- Kathleen Hartnett, Project Gradu- day season, Casino Night offers a tivities slated for June of next year.” ation Chairperson, at wonderful opportunity to connect Casino Night is open to anyone [email protected] or call with friends you haven’t seen over over the age of 21. There are several (908) 276-9530 or (201) 738-5653

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “Giaccio has been inspired by his second at 125-lbs after he was stopped Ridge, and won via fall over James loss in the finals,” coach Torsone said. in 3:38 by Mike Ferinde of Nutley in Komar of Clifton. “Lantz qualified for states in a differ- the title bout. Buontempo pinned Mike Cougar Ian Henry decisioned An- ent region and is very tough, but Joe Randall of Verona in 3:05 in the thony Puzzo of Nutley, 8-6, and lost knows he could have wrestled bet- quarterfinals, then grabbed a 13-3, via 3:56 fall to Anthony DePasque of ter.” majority decision over Edgar Guido Clifton at 112-lbs. At 160-lbs, Cou- Cougar Brian Buontempo placed of Clifton in the semis. gar Chris Keim won an 8-6 decision At 135-lbs, Cougar Matt over Dean Rice of Ridge and lost in Cougar Matmen Rap DiGiovanni rolled with a 5:29 fall 1:57 to Ahmad Bidas (weight class over Nicholas Armagno of Passaic champ) of Clifton. Cougars Rob Woodbridge Barons Valley, then nipped Dante Montes of Kessler at 171-lbs and Errol Petgrave The 5-0 Cranford High School Nutley, 5-4, to advance to the title at 189-lbs dropped both of their bouts. wrestling team warmed up for a show- bout. DiGiovanni’s roll came to a CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: down with the eighth-ranked Brearley stop when Bloonfield’s Connor 103: — Rob Trombetta (PV) p Mike Della Bears by crushing the Woodbridge Chauncey claimed a 14-4, majority Riva (Ca), 2:35 decision and the title. 112: — Chris Rosetti (B) d Nick Swangler Barons, 54-15, in Cranford on Janu- (PV), 8-3 ary 5. Cougar JP Christiano won two of 119: — Chris Lantz (B) d Joe Giaccio BOUT RESULTS: his three bouts at 152-lbs. He recorded (C), 5-3 103: No match a 3:20 fall over Jeff Lin of Nutley and 125: — Mike Ferinde (N) p Brian David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 112: Ian Henry (Cr) p Matt Coons, 3:26 added an 8-1 decision over Verona’s Buontempo (C), 3:38 BATTLING FOR WRIST CONTROL…Madison’s Ryan Colwell, left, tries to prevent Westfield’s Brian Henry from 119: Joe Giaccio (Cr) tf George Arway, 130: — Vince Scuttaro (N) d Nick Craig Cundari, before getting nipped, Pezzano (PV), 5-2 getting wrist control in the 145-lb semifinal bout at the Panther Invitational on December 29. Colwell won the 145-lb crown 17-1, 4:49 and Henry placed third. 125: Brian Buontempo (Cr) won forfeit 4-3, by eventual champion Jack 135: — Connor Chauncey (B) md Matt 130: Aaron Landy (W) tf Carmine Pellino, Mulroony of Passaic Valley. DiGiovanni (C), 14-4 15-0, 5:25 After dropping a bout to 140: — Ryan Dunphy (PV) d Fabian 135: Matt DiGiovanni (Cr) md Allen Jor- Bloomfield’s Mike Veneziano and Rosario (B), 4-3 This article was directed primarily to the Westfield High School team, but dan, 17-6 145: — Frank Crocco (PV) d Jason 140: Joe Kiraly (W) md Eric Knight, 13-4 another to Nutley’s Vince Scuttaro, Kratsch (Ca), 5-3 all results of the championships and third place bouts are included. 145: Connor Londregan (Cr) d Mike the 130-lb weight class champion, 152: — Jack Mulrooney (PV) d Cavan Arena, 9-3 Carmine Pellino pinned Rich Naut of Penberthy (B), 3-1 152: JP Christiano (Cr) p Brandon Grif- Clifton in 1:04. At 140-lbs, Cougar 160: — Ahmad Bidas (Cl) p Rob Sotelo fin, :55 (PV), :53 KALIMTZIS, HENRY GETS THIRD, SKIBITSKY FOURTH 160: Will Rojas (W) p Chris Keim, 3:43 Eric Knight won a 12-4, majority 171: — Joe Finkler (B) d Sean Shabazian 171: Rob Kessler (Cr) p David Sandoval, decision over Kunikazu Mishimura (V), 10-8 1:57 of Nutley, then dropped an 11-2 deci- 189: — Colin Farawell (V) d Cameron 189: Errol Petgrave (Cr) p Carlos Class, sion to Badran Sulieman of Clifton. Radinovic (R), 4-2 :36 215: — Julian Campo (C), p Joe Festa Cougar Connor Londregan, at 145- (V), 1:36 Barber Grabs 140-lb Crown 215: Julian Campo (Cr) p Max Issaka, :55 lbs, lost, 3-0, to Ian Chauncy of Hwt: — Joe Brady (C), d Dan Pierce 285: Joe Brady (Cr) won forfeit Bloomfield, and 7-3 to Zach Bond of (Ca), 7-4 At Panther Mat Invitational Union County Wrestling Results: By DAVID B. CORBIN “I definitely felt better on my feet. Zach Panzarella (WM) with a half Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times My offense was working well,” Bar- nelson in 3:13 to place fifth and to up Brearley Bear Duals: Brearley 43, Seton Hall Prep 21 Roselle Park 39, Caldwell 21 Westfield High School junior ber said. “I beat him last year, and I his record to 5-2. BOUT SEQUENCE: BOUT SEQUENCE: Christian Barber avenged a loss that had a great summer of wrestling. I “I was working kind of slow that 103: — Brenden Calas (S) p Dylan Oliva, :57 160: — Dennis Carroll (RP) won forfeit prevented him from qualifying for Brearley 43, Dover 13 112: — Anthony Madonia (B) p Eamon 171: — Connor Gabriel (RP) d Frank wanted to dominate him more than I second match. I was a little not in the BOUT SEQUENCE: Gaffney, 4:34 Rogers, 8-5 the NJSIAA Tournament in Atlantic did last year.” mood, but I came around in the third 103: — Oliva (B) won forfeit 119: — Anthony Rice (B) md Nick 189: — Windsor Guzman (C) d Vic City last year and bounced another “Today was a great day for Chris- period,” Kim described. “My third 112: — Madonia (B) d Evan Ridner, 11- Polimeni, 12-4 Pozsonyi, 5-2 state qualifier en route to the 140-lb tian. He had a loaded weight class, match, I was ready to go hard. I was 10 125: — Lou Mascola (S) p Nick McEIlroy, 215: — Frank Yuro (RP) p Shane crown at the Roselle Park (RP) Pan- 119: — Rice (B) p Eric Lucero, 1:46 1:32 Cunningham, 2:55 and he had to go right through the not tired at all. We work pretty much 125: — Ryan Schaible (D) d Scarillo, 6- 130: — Andrew Scarillo (B) tf Greg Hwt: — Dan Pierce (C) p John Canelao, ther Invitational Holiday Wrestling hardest part of it,” Blue Devil Head every day, and we lift on Sundays. 3 Kirschheim, 15-0, 5:34 1:54 Tournament in Roselle Park on De- Coach Glen Kurz said. “That kid from That paid off a lot.” 130: — Kevin Garcia (D) p McElroy, 3:44 135: — Allan Phillips (B) d RobFaugno, 103: — John Devito (RP) d Mike Della cember 29. Howell was a tough kid. In the next CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: 135: — Phillips (B) p Nathan Peterson, 6-4 Riva, 10-8 The Howell (H) Rebels, claimed 2:15 140: — Dan Reis (B) tf Sam Furci, 16-1, 112: — Brendan Leary (RP) p Carmine two matches, even though the scores 103: — Gennaro Cuccolo (Ho) d Frank 140: — Ries (B) p James Casatelli, :35 2:00 Saldutto, 5:41 four individual champions to win the were somewhat close, he dominated Crippen (Mo) 145: — Devin Geoghegan (B) p Usnan 145: — Devin Geoghegan (B) p Rob 119: — Giovanni Ramirez (RP) d Nick team title with 190 points and the two good kids. Neither Savino nor 112: — Dru Thomas (Ho) d Patsy Davis Khawasaja, :17 Bartling, :12 Rogers, 8-3 (HP), 3-1 Hanover Park (HP) Hornets, also with Powell was any scoring threat. He 119: — Kyle Robertson ((HP) p Josh 152: — Balboni (B) p Zavier Diaz, 3:28 152: — John Balboni (B) p Nick mattia, 125: — Dan Pisauro (RP) d Vinny Devia, four individual champions, placed 160: — Dillon Geoghegan (B) d Bran- 3:15 10-5 controlled the pace. He went after Love (WM), 3:00 don Scalley, 5-3 160: — Dillon Geoghegan (B) tf Devin 130: — Dan Gargiulo (C) Enrique second with a total of 181.5. The them. He really showed that, when he 125: — Mike Mora (P) d Cole Cameron 171: — Dan Harris (D) md Anthony Sweeney, 15-0, 2:49 Soriano, 5:24 hosting Panthers had one individual wants to put it together, he’s going to (Ho), 6-1 Tancs, 8-0 171: — Joe Lombardo (S) d Khusan 135: — Mick Longo (RP) d Dave Pepe, 5- 130: — Mike Shaughessy (Ho) d Nick champion and placed third with 175 have a great year.” Giordano ((HP), 4-2 189: — Khusen Taramob (B) won forfeit Taramov, 5-2 4 points. Morristown (Mo) had one 215: — Hanns (B) p John Cueto, 2:08 189: — Khusen Taramov (B) d Tyler 140: — Andrew Kratsch (C) d Jon Blue Devil sophomore Mike 135: — Mike Johnstone (HP) tf Jon Hwt: — Schielke (B) won forfeit Selby, 6-3 Acosta, 6-4 champion and placed fourth with 130 Kalimtzis was taken down with two Acosta (RP), 20-4, 3:20 215: — Frank Schaafsma (S) d Wayne 145: — Jason Kratsch (C) d Matt points and West Milford (WM) took seconds remaining in the second pe- 140: — Christian Barber (W) d David Hanns, 11-9 Krynicki, 7-5 Powell (P), 6-1 fifth with 102.5 points. Madison (Ma) riod to suffer a 5-4 decision in the 145: — Ryan Colwell (Ma) d Aaron Probitas Verus Honos Hwt: — Will Salovitch (S) d Rob Schielke, 152: — Russ Benner (RP) p Bryan claimed one individual champ and 10-5 Lockward, 2:18 103-lb semifinals to Gennaro Cuccolo Velasquez (Mo), 7-0 placed sixth with a total of 95.5. (HP), the eventual champion. 152: — Russ Benner (RP) d Christian Piscataway (P) had two champions Kalimtzis claimed third place after Mazzocchi (Ma), 5-1 160: — Tevin Shaw (P) d Dennis Carroll, and finished seventh with 85 points. recording a first-period pin over John 5-2 Westfield (W) had one individual Devito (RP). Blue Devil sophomore 171: — Mike Lomio (HP) d Vic Pozsonyi, champion and finished eighth at 72 Troy Skibitsky lost in overtime to 3-2 points. Mike Mora (P), the eventual winner 189: — Darren Dungee (Mo) d Connor Gabriel (RP), 3-2 $)3#/6%2 Seeded third, Barber’s trip to the at 125-lbs, then dropped a 5-4 deci- 215: — Joe Melon (Ho) d Frank Yuro WHYMILLIONHOMEOWNERS championship was one tough road sion to Dan Pisauro (RP) in the bout (RP), 13-8 after another, but he began his straight for third place. Hwt: — Jake Conover (Ho) p Mike TRUSTTHEIRHOMESTO line with a 2-0 decision over Howell’s “Both Mike and Troy, I feel the Boardman (Ma), 1:07 Brian Wilson in the quarterfinals. Next same way about them. They both THIRD PLACE: 34!4%&!2- came his get even bout with Hornet wrestled hard. Actually the whole 103: — Kalimtzis (W) p DeVito (RP), 1:20 112: — Ryan Murphy (WM) md Adam Charles Savino, who had edged him team wrestled hard, but not smart! Sabo (HP), 9-1 in the Region 3 third-place bout last We were getting nice shots, but we 119: — Chris Albanese (H) tf Jovanni year. In the first period, Savino took were not finishing them. We were Rameriz (RP), 20-3, 5:19 several timeouts for blood time, which giving up points at the end of a period. 125: — Pisauro (RP) d Skibitsky (W), 5-4 made it difficult for Barber to set up a In a match that is going to be 4-3 or a 130: — C.J. Forte (Mo) d Enrique Soriano takedown. Savino used leg control low-scoring match, you can’t let those (RP), 7-2 from the top position in the second points up,” coach Kurz said. “We 135: — Evan Poole (WM) tf Desmond period, but Barber managed to slip know those two kids are sophomores, Towns (Mo), 19-4, 5:00 140: — Savino (HP) d Nick Longo (RP), Christine Cosenza, Agent out for a reversal to take a 2-0 lead, so that is going to come with time and 6-5 2 Elm Street which held up for the win. experience with them, but as a team, 145: — Henry (W) won forfeit Westfield, NJ 07090-2148 “My conditioning is good. I worked we need to be a little bit stingier.” 152: — Alfonse Scala (HP) md Zach Bus: 908-233-9100 Bohm (H), 11-3 www.christinecosenza.net a lot over the summer, and I was Brian Henry recorded a 3-2 deci- 160: — Jesse Holzhauer (H) d Matt Berry really hoping to beat him. That was sion over Matt Reed (H) and went on (WM), 9-5 my last loss last year in the regions,” to place third at 145-lbs. Erik 171: — Kyle Lamiranda (H) won deci- Barber said. “I should have opened Gozdieski pinned Rich DiZenzo sion up my offense more on my feet, but (WM) with a half nelson in 2:22 and 189: — Ed Carr (Ma) p Brandon Russell (H), 1:24 the blood times were kind of killing went on to place fifth at 152-lbs. At 215: — Matt Recine (P) p Zavier Rivera me. I had 15-second intervals to get 171-lbs, Bill Kim scored a reversal (Mo), :57 the shot off. I knew he was a leg rider. and a pullback to pin Jack Anzul (Ma) Hwt: — Nick Melillo (HP) p Doug Goss Last year, he rode me with the legs. in the third period. He then pinned (Mo), 1:30 He was tough on top. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 7, 2010 Page 13 Fanwood: $245,000. Hedwig S. Ponzo to Lee E. and Anne Recent Home Sales Joan D. Hunziker to Jonathan and M. Kish, 4 Robin Road, $400,000. Cynthia Root, $508 Salter Place, CLASSIFIEDS John C. and Emilie E. Marvosa to $910,500. Ramil G. and Frances M. Isleta, 31 Rutishauser to John Moscato, 43 Mid- Road, $745,000. Nicholas C. and Josephine N. HELP WANTED HOUSE SALE Cray Terrace, $450,000. way Avenue, $245,000. Robert F. and Adele C. Ball to Brett Romano to Anthony M. and Melissa A. Children’s Specialized Hospital to and Lisa Howard, 552 Elm Street, Roth, 18 Settlers Lane, $910,000. Counter Person Westfield pretzel Sport Equip, Designer Clothes & Celtic Capital, LLC, 330 South Av- Scotch Plains: $1,325,000. Messercola Brothers Building Co., bakery. Available weekday Boots; Lionel, Antiques, Furniture, enue, $2,500,000. Ellen J. and Andrew M. Baron to Michael and Lisa Knepper to Robert Inc. to Clayton M. and Julie B. Wilcox, mornings and weekends. Great Household Items; Tons of Stuff! Mark E. and Sharon J. Van Jose G. and Ceti L. Vergara, 34 and Adele Ball, 556 Highland Avenue, 935 Lamberts Mill Road, $950,000. customer skills / good attitude a Fri, Sat, Jan 8 & 9 from 9 -3 Ostenbridge to Paolo and Wendy Copperfield Road, $399,900. $655,000. Christopher and Sun Kim Ryan to must. $8.50/hr & up. 785 Clark St, Westfield (856) 981-8813 Bayotas, 596 Park Avenue, $378,500. Robert and Catherine E. Cummo to MAERSK, Inc. to Robert and Lorene Heng Wang and Min Liu, 822 KITCHEN FOR SALE Robert Fowles and Susan Yule to Brett D. and Deborah J. Feltingoff, Shultis, 804 Mountain Avenue, Grandview Avenue, $532,000. HELP WANTED Dean E. and June C. Lough, 42 First 2064 Winding Brook Way, $612,000. $911,000. Tozia Scrupski to Junfeng Liang and 3 1/2 years old. Cabinets, DCS Street, $405,000. Silvio Amorosino Jr. and Sheila Brait Darin and Michele DeMizio to Teresa Di Wang, 104 Marlboro Street, Part Time Nanny/Childcare w/o and range, Viking ref., isl. Estate of Marie Vanderheyden to to Andrew W. and Ellen J. Baron, 1269 and Angelo Giannetta, 210 Lynn Lane, $376,000. provider needed for two children w/sink, granite. Available late Jeremiah D. and Stephanie Jarecke, Sleepy Hollow Lane, $557,000. $1,150,000. 10 Oneida Drive, LLC to Katherine in Westfield. Several overnights Feb.-early Mar. Will dismantle but 423 La Grande Avenue, $354,000. Valdemars Daskevics and Victorija Craig E. and Bernadette Gatto to Feingold and Susanna Fuentes, 10 needed throughout 2010. not deliver. $12K. (908) 654-4066 Must have drivers license. Ching H. and Janet T. Chang to Rob- Cipiga to Daniel Carhart and Cynthia Ryan Oligino and Kerri Minor, 716 Oneida Drive, $714,000. COMPANION FOR ELDERLY ert C. and Kelli E. Kwiatkowski, 16 Ovalle, 2536 Smith Street, $285,000. Oak Avenue, $582,500. Thomas C. and Elizabeth A. Parker Occasional weekend avail a plus. Robin Road, $516,000. Joseph P. and Christina M. Ward to Keith C. and Kelley A. Komar to to Gregg A. and Alexis Walsh, 3 South (917) 853-7945 Have experience, References Homaz, LLC to Sivakumar David A. and Melissa A. Tuscano, 2300 Robert M. and Julie C. Beck, 177 North Wickom Drive, $1,050,000. REAL ESTATE: HELP WANTED Drive own car Narayanasamy and Priya Raghavan, 1 Seneca Road, $450,000. Chestnut Street, $1,300,000. Dorothy Larner to Christopher M. (732) 648-5428 Teresa A. Fluche to Carrie Ferraro, Thinking of making a change? Saville Row, $450,000. Randy and Linda Piesco to Luis M. Panagos and Elena N. Shibaeva Prudential NJ Properties is now PSYCOTHERAPY OFFICES Robert Degnan and Martha Bogle to 2088 Algonquin Drive, $349,900. and Andrea D. Henriques, 114 Flo- Panagos, 9 Sandy Hill Road, $470,000. Verizon New Jersey Inc. to Union interviewing for full time real Westfield Alfonso J. Marrese Sr., 134 Belvidere rence Avenue, North, $305,000. Ravi P. and Nadia R. Singhvi to estate agent positions, Avenue, $420,000. County Associates LLC, 1000 Cellar Maureen A. Regan to Christian J. Jayson and Rebecca Karen, 1605 Bou- 400 sqft, $800 Avenue, $2,521,525. Westfield Office. Call Margie 500 sqft, 3 days $600 Larry and Helene T. Bruch to Wanda and Maria M. Henkel, 517 Hort Street, levard, $490,000. (908) 232-5664, ext. 103. R. Smith, 67 Montrose Avenue, Michael and Tara Gathercole to Daryl $400,000. Filippo and Marie Curro to Kunal J. Contact Dr. Parsons (908) 233-2626 $382,000. E. and Casey A. Palmieri, 369 Union Ethel Case to Monica Wang, 633 and Sanjana K. Mehta, 1716 Boynton CHILDCARE NEEDED Avenue, $380,000. Edward and Tracy DeFrancesco to West Broad Street, $396,000. Avenue, $440,000. APARTMENT FOR RENT John J. and Allison Hayes, 18 Watson Allan P. Mitchell to Joseph and Gary E. and Colleen F. Matviak to Nannies - Housekeepers Road, $463,000. Patricia Badala, 2092 Coles Avenue, Robert S. Mertz, 515 Trinity Place, PUBLIC NOTICE BabyNurses Needed Westfield, Northside - Lovely $225,000. Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time 2 BR Townhouse close to town Estate of S. Alynn Schaeffer to D. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Villane Construction, LLC, 29 Wood- Marc and Rebecca Leibowitz to FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY Solid References Required. and trans. Includes Garage, CAC, land Avenue, $270,000. Saloni and Jwalin Shah, 2094 Princeton NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD CALL (732) 972-4090 DW, W/D, Hardwood Flrs. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY Harold D. and Edith U. Meier to Avenue, $395,000. RESOLUTION 10-01-07 www.absolutebestcare.com $1700 per month. NO FEE. Christopher M. and Kelli R. Stieh to THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Call (908) 568-1217 Sergio Artazu, 127 Woodland Avenue, CONTRACTOR: Brown & Brown Metro SEEKING BABYSITTING JOB Kevin Molter and Jennifer Good, 1705 RESOLUTION 10-01-13 $450,000. Inc.; 26 Columbia Turnpike, PO Box 678, ROOM TO RENT-PLAINFIELD Emma Van Doren to Timothy and Front Street, $310,000. CONTRACTOR: T & M Associates; Florham Park, New Jersey 07932-0678 20 yr old college junior, honor Eleven Tindall Road, Middleton, New Jer- NATURE OF SERVICE: Consulting/ student. WHS grad, also fluent In Netherwood area. Master BR Marjorie G. Murray, 12 Crest Lane, Westfield: sey 07748 Brokerage Services for health, dental, pre- in Mandarin and Spanish. located on 2nd Flr. of single family $425,000. Ryan & Janine O. Giacomarro to NATURE OF SERVICE: Special Engi- scription and life insurance Harry Maroulakos to Eric Ashley neering Services DURATION: For a period ending no Available immediately until Feb house w/ large yard. 1 and ½ Keith C. and Kelly A. Komar, 626 DURATION: Period ending December later than December 31, 2010 15. Have drivers license. bath, full kitchen, W/D, central air, and Olivia Ashley, 189 Farley Avenue, Forest Avenue, $815,000. $415,000. 31, 2010 or until his successor is ap- FEE: Fee paid by Insurance Companies References upon request. 5 min. walk from Netherwood Stn. Jonathon Gabriel to Grant D. and pointed A Copy of the Resolution and Contract Call (908) 403-4605 Todd M. and Elisa Della Rocco,to FEE: Not to exceed $5,000.00 relating to the services are on file and on Raritan Valley train line. $700 Linda L. Ashley, 7010 Clark Street, per month, gas/electric/cable are Joseph R. and Carolyn J. Axisa, 181 $1,500,000. A Copy of the Resolution and Contract available for public inspection in the Mu- HOUSE CLEANING AVAILABLE! Herbert Avenue, $535,000. relating to the services are on file and nicipal Clers’s office. split w/ roommate. Please contact Ralph Rapuano and Frank Altieri available for public inspection in the Mu- Eleanor McGovern I am a skilled woman, trust wor- Brian at (732) 947-1458 if Michael L. Cox and Judy J. Birk and Allan Chrone to Darrin P. and nicipal Clerk’s Office. Borough Clerk Jensen to Andrew and Kimberly Roost, thy, honest, reliable house clean- interested. Sheila S. Williams, 734 Woodland Av- Eleanor McGovern 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 ing. Very hard working & detail 145 Herbert Avenue, $535,000. enue, $1,190,000. Borough Clerk Carl and Leslie Monopoli to Andrew 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 PUBLIC NOTICE oriented. Take pleasure in what I PUBLIC NOTICE Ernest J. Davis and Jean Lopresti to like to do. 5 years exp, good prices. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT S. and Teresa N. Walton, 107 Stewart Carey, 532 Pierson Street, PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Willoughby Road, $404,000. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY (862) 307-3481 FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY $302,000. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Michael Boghosian and Lorraine FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY HIGH SCHOOL TUTOR Deutsche Bank National Trust to RESOLUTION 10-01-08 RESOLUTION 10-01-06 Gimblet to George and Erin Strathern, Nicole and Michael Simoes, 223 Myrtle THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD CONTRACTOR: Rogut, McCarthy, LLC; Westfield HS Senior 2010 CONTRACTOR: Beckerman & Com- 81 Russell Road, $477,000. Avenue, $269,000. RESOLUTION 10-01-09 Dale U. and Barbara C. Cox to Col- 37 Alden Street, Cranford, New Jersey Admitted into Yale pany; 430 Lake Avenue, Colonia, New Inge E. and Joseph Demaio to Mark Jersey 07067 leen S. and Patrick M. Reynolds, III, 44 CONTRACTOR: Hill Wallack, LLP; 202 07016 GPA 4.0, SAT 2390 S. and Jennifer A. Robertson, 705 Bou- Carnegie Center, CN 5226, Princeton, New NATURE OF SERVICE: Downtown 800 Chem / 800 Bio / 800 Math NATURE OF SERVICE: Insurance Bro- Glenwood Road, $408,500. Jersey 08543-5226 Economic Development Coodinator Ser- kerage Services, General Liability and levard, $835,000. Tutor Math/Science/Other Workers’ Compensation Insurance John E. and Lauren A. Lamastra to Mark S. and Jennifer A. Robertson NATURE OF SERVICE: Redevelop- vices Nicholas J. and Megan Pryslak, 75 ment Agency Attorney DURATION: For a period ending no $25/hr, call (908) 327-0507 DURATION: For a period not to exceed to Amanda Lamoglia, 1141 Central DURATION: For a period ending no later than December 31, 2010 December 31, 2010 Westfield Road, $425,000. Avenue, $235,000. later than December 31, 2010 FEE: Not to exceed $30,000.00 PHOTOGRAPHY FEE: Fee paid by Garden State JIF Joseph S. Vetere, Sr. to Ralph and FEE: Not to exceed $15,000.00 A Copy of the Resolution and Contract A Copy of the Resolution and Contract Angela Aspromatis and Kostaldino Event and family photographer to relating to the services are on file and Maris A. Benedict, 217 Westfield Road, Aspromatis to Michael Niotis, 1738 A Copy of the Resolution and Contract relating to the services are on file and $360,000. relating to the services are on file and available for public inspection in the office keep your Soiree alive forever. available for public inspection in the office Central Avenue, $415,000. of the Borough Clerk. Estate of Helena J. Krzyzaniak to available for public inspection in the office of the Borough Clerk. Professional references. Call David and Christine Geller to Shawn of the Borough Clerk. Eleanor McGovern Dave Samsky at (908) 693-0158 Eleanor McGovern Patrick D. and Jean Michele Moore, Kachnowski and Katherine Eleanor McGovern Borough Clerk Borough Clerk 195 North Avenue, $383,000. Borough Clerk 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 Email: [email protected] 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 Locarro,1738 Dakota Street, $529,500. 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $17.85 Diana J. Parker to Dianna J. Parker Gerald Kalb to Earl R. Lessep, III PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE and Harry E. Franz, 453 La Grande and Connie F. Davern, 109 Virginia PUBLIC NOTICE Avenue, $224,000. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Street, $600,000. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY William Piliego and Karen Piliego to Averell and Eileen Eisner to Michael FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Michael G. Mason, 16 Portland Av- THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD and Sara Sherman, 421 Quantuck Ln, RESOLUTION 10-01-05 RESOLUTION 10-01-15 RESOLUTION 10-01-14 enue, $305,000. $875,000. RESOLUTION 10-01-12 Joseph DeRose and Jose Neves to CONTRACTOR: Suplee Clooney & CONTRACTOR: T & M Associates; CONTRACTOR: Remington & Vernick; Shawn M. and Cynthia K. Doherty CONTRACTOR: John Draikiwicz, Esq.; Company; 308 East Broad Street, Eleven Tindall Road, Middleton, New Jer- 15-33 Halstead Street, East Orange, New Debra Fela, 167 Pleasant Avenue, to James McCue and Molly Tucker Gibbons; One River Front Plaza, Newark, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 sey 07748 Jersey $441,000. New Jersey 07102-5497 NATURE OF SERVICE: Auditing ser- NATURE OF SERVICE: SPlanning NATURE OF SERVICE: Special Engi- McCue, 7 Breeze Knoll Drive, NATURE OF SERVICE: Bond Counsel Nicholas M. and Daisey L. Martin to $1,400,000. vices and other financial consultation ser- Services as Redevelopment Agency Plan- neering Services Joseph and Jacqueline Messinger, 36 DURATION: For a period ending De- vices ner DURATION: Period ending December Mary P. Illes to Michael G. and cember 31, 2010 or until his successor is DURATION: For a period ending no DURATION: For a period ending no 31, 2010 or until his successor is ap- Laurel Place, $433,000. Hayley N. Brucki, 311 Tuttle Parkway, appointed later than June 30, 2010 later than December 31, 2010 pointed Wendy S. Jen and Ernest J. Petersson FEE: Not to exceed $3,000.00 AMOUNT: Not to exceed $25,450.00 FEE: Not to exceed $5,000.00 FEE: Not to exceed $5,000.00 $795,000. A Copy of the Resolution and Contract and Melissa Jen to John P. and Carla J. Jonathan N. Eisenberg and Lisa L. A Copy of the Resolution and Contract A Copy of the Resolution and Contract A Copy of the Resolution and Contract Jones, 35 Montrose Avenue, $412,500. relating to the services are on file and relating to the services are on file and relating to the services are on file and relating to the services are on file and Hicks to Sean and Paula Glickenhaus, available for public inspection in the Mu- available for public inspection in the office available for public inspection in the office available for public inspection in the Mu- Sean D. and Katherine P. Most to 125 East Dudley Avenue, $1,150,000. nicipal Clerk’s Office. of the Borough Clerk. of the Borough Clerk. nicipal Clerk’s Office. David and Christine Scordato, 243 Eleanor McGovern Eleanor McGovern Eleanor McGovern Eleanor McGovern Gary G. and Susan M. Kehler to Borough Clerk Belvidere Avenue, $378,000. Bruce and Pamela Rule, 114 Lincoln Borough Clerk Borough Clerk Borough Clerk Vincent Abbruzzese and Marilyn 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $17.85 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $18.36

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Howarth Paving Borough Clerk 908-753-7281 1 T - 1/7/10, The Times Fee: $17.85 Page 14 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION HUNG UP!! St. Paul’s School Posts Westfield Schools to Register Kindergarten- Young Adult Feels Troubled Open House Programs WESTFIELD – St. Paul’s Day School By Parents’ Marital Woes in Westfield will sponsor an open house Eligible Children for 2010-2011 School Year on Thursday, January 14, at 9:30 a.m. for WESTFIELD – Beginning January Monday, January 11, 6 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, January 20, 6 to 8 p.m. By Milt Faith, Executive Director attendees to learn about its full-day kin- 11, the Westfield Public School district Tuesday, January 19, 7 to 9 p.m. (Only location for evening registra- Youth and Family Counseling Service dergarten program. will be registering children who will First grade registration for all chil- tion: 302 Elm Street, (908) 789-4420. Additionally, an open house event for become eligible for kindergarten in the dren who are residents of Westfield Registration, personal health history A Depressed Young Adult Writes: Lambert, who is gay in real life, and new families for the nursery school will 2010-2011 school year. reaching the age of 6 on or before and medical history forms are available After 22 years of marriage, my parents who put on a vulgar performance, sing- be held on Wednesday, January 27, at The district also is interested in locat- October 1, 2010 and have not yet at- on the district website at are getting divorced. Dad said he and ing while he led another man (half 9:30 a.m. and for kindergarten and nurs- ing children who have not attended the tended the Westfield Public Schools, westfieldnjk12.org. They are located mom have changed through the years nude) on a leash and kissed another ery school at 7 p.m. Parents will have an Westfield Public Schools for kinder- will be available at the times and loca- on the left side (Quick Links) under the and their needs and personalities are male dancer. Kyle thinks Adam Lam- opportunity to view the facility, see the garten but will enter first grade in the tions listed below. Appointments are “New Student Registration” link and different. I found out that dad has been bert is great, and I don’t want him to school’s Smart Boards in action, learn fall. All parents are asked to please call required. (Evening registration for first can be printed and completed before seeing his secretary, who is half his age. become his role model. Do I restrict about the different programs and meet for an appointment prior to registering grade will be available at the Board the scheduled registration date. These In fact, I am 20 and she is 22. My mom him from listening to this man, or watch- the director and staff. their children at the following schools Administration Building, located at 302 forms are also available by calling one is taking this badly, and has begun to ing him perform? St. Paul’s Day School offers a pro- on the dates and during the times indi- Elm Street in the first floor Board Room, of the elementary schools. drink. I was home for the holidays (I Answer: Your fear is that Kyle may gram of academic and creative activities cated below. Room 105). Parents are required to present the attend Harvard and come home every become gay by admiring Adam Lam- in a nurturing environment. Children are bert and becoming influenced by his Kindergarten registration for all chil- Franklin School – (908) 789-4592, following information to register a new six weeks) and became depressed to exposed to music, drama, movement, dren who are residents of Westfield Wednesday, January 13, 9 a.m. to 6 student in the Westfield Public Schools: see, what I thought was a happy home, performance. One does not become Spanish and computer classes. There a home ready to dissolve. I wonder if I gay by enjoying a certain artist. Since reaching the age of 5 on or before p.m.; Franklin School, Thursday, Janu- Birth certificate with raised seal from also is an outdoor playground and in- October 1, 2010, will be held at Lincoln ary 14, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Jefferson the Bureau of Vital Statistics; had done anything wrong to contribute you describe Kyle as a solid teen, I door play area, plus arts and crafts. to this situation, or if I can do anything would leave him alone and let him School, located at 728 Westfield Av- School – (908) 789-4490, Tuesday, Proof of residence (utility bill, tax Registration for new families should enue. Please call (908) 789-4455 for an January 19, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; McKinley bill, lease, closing statement, voter’s to prevent it from happening. I can’t enjoy his music, as long as he doesn’t be dropped off by Monday, February 8. concentrate on my studies and cry a lot. attempt to force it onto you. He’s en- appointment. School – (908) 789-4555, Thursday, registration); St. Paul’s Day School is located at 414 Daytime (8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) ap- January 14, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tamaques Proof of immunization: diphtheria, Answer: Please don’t blame yourself. titled to his music preferences. When I East Broad Street in Westfield. Registra- Your parents’ behavior and decisions are think of all the musical artists many pointments can be made on: School – (908) 789-4580, Friday, Janu- pertussis and tetanus vaccine (DPT tion forms may be picked up at the open Tuesday, January 12, Wednesday, ary 15, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Washington Series) – four doses with one dose their responsibilities! Too often, chil- were told to avoid because they might houses. dren feel they are responsible for their have negative influences on us: Presley, January 13, Thursday, January 14, School – (908) 789-4600, Monday, given on or after the fourth birthday, or parents’ marital problems. Not true! I Little Richard, Madonna, etc. We all Wednesday, January 20, Thursday, January 11, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Wilson any total of five doses. poliomyelitis suspect that there has been a great deal of survived (Should I include Hannah Nature Club Reveals January 21; School – (908) 789-4605, Wednesday, vaccine – three doses of oral poliovirus unhappiness between your parents for Montana? … I’m kidding!). Saturday Birding Trip Evening appointments can be made January 20, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. vaccine (OPV) or enhanced inactivated many years. Apparently, dad has been An Impatient, “Avid” Reader Writes: on: First Grade Evening Registration: polio vaccine (IPV), with one dose involved with someone else. He states I have read “Hung Up” for many years AREA – The Greater Watchung given on or after the fourth birthday, or that your mother and he have changed and appreciate the readers’ questions Nature Club has announced that Pete any four doses spaced by a minimum of and are not the same as when they mar- and your responses. You are very open Axelrod will lead a bird trip to the one month. rubeola (Measles) vaccine ried. Unfortunately, mother is turning to about the questions and your mental Delaware Water Gap area this Satur- – two doses given on or after the first liquor in responding to this trauma. I health answers. So why is it that you day, January 9, to look for Bald Eagles birthday separated by at least a month, repeat, you are not to blame for anything, never reveal anything about yourself? and other wintering birds. or laboratory documentation of immu- nor is there anything you can do to stop You want to know just about every- Interested persons are asked to meet nity. Rubella (German Measles) vac- the marriage from ending. You can ad- thing, but reveal nothing about your- at 9 a.m. at the Delaware Water Gap cine – one dose given on or after the first vise mother to get some help by seeing a self. You have shared that you are mar- National Recreation Area Visitor Cen- birthday, or laboratory documentation therapist and becoming involved in AA. ried, have a son who is a psychologist ter. Directions to the Visitor Center of immunity. Mumps vaccine – one I urge you to see a therapist at school. and a daughter who is a teacher. How are: Take Route 80 West to the “last dose given on or after the first birthday, Therapy will help you deal with your come we know nothing about your po- exit before toll.” At the end of the or laboratory documentation of immu- depression, tears and inability to focus litical preferences, religion, opinions ramp, bear left under Route 80 and nity. Hepatitis B vaccine – three doses on your schoolwork. Continue to be about the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, park in the lot ahead on the right, near or laboratory documentation of immu- supportive at home, but move on with abortion, health plans, etc.? Seems to the visitor center facilities. nity. Varicella vaccine – one dose of your life at school. me your openness is one-sided. Participants are advised to dress varicella vaccine on or after the first An Upset Mother Writes: My son, Answer: I force no one to write or to very warmly and to bring scopes and birthday or proof of disease or immu- Kyle (disguised name) is a popular 17- reveal anything he or she doesn’t want a lunch. Those planning to attend are to reveal. Readers write to get the best nity is required for children 19 months year-old who is into sports and music. asked to call Mr. Axelrod at (908) of age or older who attend a child care He has never given us any trouble. advice, the most appropriate advice, 347-2308 to inform him that they will During the past few weeks, after seeing possible. I am fair, sensitive and objec- center, or are entering Kindergarten or meet him there or if they are inter- Grade 1. the American Music Awards on TV, he tive. My responses are based on solid, ested in a carpool to the area. MOO HOO, BOO HOO MOO…On November 18, students at Westfield’s has begun to listen to music that is loud mental health truths. Knowing personal Please note: State law will not permit The club is dedicated to promoting Lincoln School enjoyed a special visit from author Margie Palatini. Ms. Palatini any child to be admitted to a public and suggestive (sexually, verbally). He facts about me would offer nothing fellowship among those who share an signed copies of, and did readings from, her books, “Moo Who?” and “Boo-Hoo saw this “American Idol” singer, Adam constructive. I am sorry that you feel I school unless immunizations have been appreciation of the natural world. Moo.” Story time by school Principal Audrey Zavetz was accompanied by some completed and documented by an M.D., am too secretive, but I do appreciate Annual dues are $12 for an indi- fun-related activities such as the coloring station. Pictured are PTO volunteer SHERIFF’S SALE that you have read “Hung Up” for many kindergarten mom Carisa Strauss with her son Dylan Strauss. D.O., or nurse practitioner, specifically vidual, $17 for a couple/family and indicating a day, month and year ad- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09006410 years, and that you will not be “hung $4 for students. The public is wel- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY up” with my response! PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ministered. CHANCERY DIVISION come to attend all programs and trips. UNION COUNTY UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD Entry physical examination required: DOCKET NO. F-38855-08 SHERIFF’S SALE OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Only one entry examination is neces- Plaintiff: COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC. SHERIFF’S SALE NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD VS. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09006927 sary on admission to Kindergarten (pre- Defendant: JERUSA LIMA, JULIO LIMA, HER SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09006931 Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 HUSBAND, BANK OF AMERICA, NA CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the K physical may be the entry physical). Sale Date: 01/13/2010 UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION Writ of Execution: 10/15/2009 DOCKET NO. F-43931-08 UNION COUNTY Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Pre-kindergarten students age 3 or By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. DOCKET NO. F-39909-08 ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- older must present a physical exam, to me directed I shall expose for sale by public VS. Plaintiff: LITTON LOAN SERVICING LP, AS petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional service vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Defendant: THOMAS A. BECKER A/K/A THO- SERVICER FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST personal health history, the above im- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- MAS ANDREW BECKER 2006-16 unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Sale Date: 02/03/2010 VS. 40A:11-5(1)(a)(ii). This contract and the This contract and the resolution authoriz- munizations (age appropriate) record, WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Writ of Execution: 10/26/2009 Defendant: MICHAEL F. MARINO, PAMELA resolution authorizing it is available for ing it is available for public Inspection in including: said day. All successful bidders must have 20% By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution MARINO, MARIE BALIATICO, MORTGAGE of their bid available in cash or certified check at to me directed I shall expose for sale by public ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk the Office of the Clerk of the Board. Pneumococcal Vaccine: age 2 to 11 the conclusion of the sales. vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- AS NOMINEE FOR WEICHERT FINANCIAL of the Board. The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- SERVICES, GRACE NEINER, RESOLUTION NO: 2010-20 months, two doses; age 12 to 59 months, Sixty Thousand Five Hundred Thirty Four and TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on MANHATTONVILLE COLLEGE, STATE OF RESOLUTION NO: 2010-16 AWARED TO: DeCotiis, FitzPatrick, one dose. 58/100*** $360,534.58. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of NEW JERSEY AWARED TO: Hale Insurance, Cole and Wisler, Teaneck, New Jersey The property to be sold is located in the Town said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Sale Date: 02/03/2010 Influenza Vaccine: age 6 to 59 of Westfield, County of Union and State of New of their bid available in cash or certified check at Writ of Execution: 11/06/2009 Cranford, New Jersey SERVICE: to serve as personnel coun- Jersey. the conclusion of the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution SERVICES: to provide insurance bro- sel months, one dose to be given between Commonly known as: 1769 Dakota Street, The judgment amount is: ***Twenty Three to me directed I shall expose for sale by public ker services PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December September 1 and December 31 of each Westfield, New Jersey 07090. Thousand Six Hundred Ninety One and 94/100*** vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Tax Lot No. 3 in Block No. 59 $23,691.94. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December 31, 2010 year in pre-school. Dimension of Lot Approximately: 98 x 220 The property to be sold is located in the Town TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on 31, 2010 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed Any questions about the registration Nearest Cross Street: Florida Street of Westfield, County of Union and State of New WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk $75,000 Beginning at a point on the Southeasterly line Jersey. The premises is commonly known as said day. All successful bidders must have 20% process should be directed to Lincoln of Dakota Street, said point being distant North- 410 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey of their bid available in cash or certified check at of the Board of Chosen Freeholders Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk easterly 672.47 feet from the corner formed by 07090. the conclusion of the sales. 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $20.40 of the Board of Chosen Freeholders School or any elementary school. In the the intersection of the Southwesterly terminus Tax Lot No. 26; Block No. 1905. The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $21.42 event of a delayed opening or school line of Boulevard, with the said Southeasterly line Dimensions of Lot: Approximately: 415 x 50 x Forty Two Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty and PUBLIC NOTICE of Dakota Street, thence. 422.13 x 50.51 52/100*** $342,920.52. PUBLIC NOTICE closing due to inclement weather, reg- Prior Liens/Encumbrances Located: Springfield Avenue and Union County Municipality: Scotch Plains Township UNION COUNTY BOARD Taxes Open: $2,061.79 Park Boulebard County: Union; State of New Jersey istration for that day will be resched- Added Assessments 2009 (4th Qtr) Open: The above advertisement does not constitute Street and Street No: 2397 North Avenue OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD $56.02 a full legal description of the real estate. The full Tax Block and Lot: Block 8105 also Block 801 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS uled. Total as of October 29, 2009: $2,117.81 legal description may be found at the Office of the in Westfield; Lot: 6 also Lot 1 in Westfield Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Two Thousand Sheriff during regular business hours. Dimensions of Lot: 70 feet x 120 feet One Hundred Ninety One and 98/100*** Prior Liens: First Mortgage - Chase Home Nearest Cross Street: Whittier Avenue Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 PUBLIC NOTICE $402,191.98 together with lawful interest and Finance LLC (4-15-08) $112,000.00 Superior Interests (if any): NONE Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the costs. Total Upset: ***Twenty Eight Thousand Six Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Eighty Four ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- UNION COUNTY BOARD Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Hundred Ninety Five and 32/100*** $28,695.32 Thousand Six Hundred Sixty Three and 92/100*** petitive bidding as an Professional service ers has awarded a contract without com- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and together with lawful interest and costs. $384,663.92 together with lawful interest and NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- costs. pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). petitive bidding as an Professional service money will be deposited into the Superior Court tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- This contract and the resolution authoriz- pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, expenses, there remains any surplus money, the tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and ing it is available for public Inspection in This contract and the resolution authoriz- Public Notice is hereby given that the or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to money will be deposited into the Superior Court expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court the Office of the Clerk of the Board. ing it is available for public Inspection in and extent of that person’s claim and asking for or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, the Office of the Clerk of the Board. ers has awarded a contract without com- an order directing payment of the surplus money. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to RESOLUTION NO: 2010-14 petitive bidding as an Professional service The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature AWARED TO: Rogut McCarthy, LLC, RESOLUTION NO: 2010-13 pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). will have information regarding the surplus, if an order directing payment of the surplus money. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for any. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. Cranford, New Jersey AWARED TO: Suplee, Clooney & This contract and the resolution authoriz- There is a full legal description on file in the will have information regarding the surplus, if The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale SERVICE: to provide specialized coun- Company, Westfield, New Jersey ing it is available for public Inspection in Union County Sheriff’s Office. any. will have information regarding the surplus, if sel services in connection with the issu- SERVICE: to provide statutory audits of the Office of the Clerk of the Board. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this There is a full legal description on file in the any. ance of bonds or notes by the County of accounts of the County of Union and its sale for any length of time without further adver- Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the RESOLUTION NO: 2010-19 tisement. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union agencies Ralph Froehlich sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December AWARED TO: Bauch, Zucker, Sheriff tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- 31, 2010 31, 2010 Hatfield, Springfield, New Jersey Attorney: Ralph Froehlich tisement. SERVICE: to serve as labor and per- FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, PC Sheriff Ralph Froehlich Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk 7 CENTURY DRIVE Attorney: Sheriff of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Board of Chosen Freeholders sonnel counsel SUITE 201 KOURY, TIGHE, LAPRES, BISCULA & Attorney: 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $20.40 PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054 SOMMERS, P.C. POWERS KIRN - COUNSELORS 31, 2010 (973) 538-4700 1423 TILTON ROAD 728 MARINE HIGHWAY 4 T - 12/17, 12/24, 12/31 SUITE 9 PO BOX 848 - SUITE 200 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE COSTS: in an amount not to exceed & 01/07/10 Fee: $181.56 NORTHFIELD, NEW JERSEY 08225 MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08057 $75,000 (609) 383-1233 (856) 802-1000 UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk SHERIFF’S SALE 4 T - 1/7, 1/14, 1/21 4 T - 1/7, 1/14, 1/21 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS & 1/28/10 Fee: $173.40 & 1/28/10 Fee: $171.36 of the Board of Chosen Freeholders SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09006671 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $21.42 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 CHANCERY DIVISION Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-07005603 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09001515 PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. F-37207-08 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Plaintiff: CROWN BANK CHANCERY DIVISION CHANCERY DIVISION ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- UNION COUNTY BOARD VS. UNION COUNTY UNION COUNTY petitive bidding as an Professional service petitive bidding as an Professional service OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Defendant: ALBERT G. CHEETY, JR. A/K/A DOCKET NO. F-1909-07 DOCKET NO. F-30918-07 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD ALBERT G. CHEETY, JR. A/K/A ALBERT G. Plaintiff: FRANKLIN CREDIT MANAGEMENT Plaintiff: HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL AS- pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). CHEETY; GAIL CHEETY A/K/A GAIL H. CORP SOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR NOMURA This contract and the resolution authoriz- This contract and the resolution authoriz- Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 CHEETY; CHASE MANHATTAN BANK USA, VS. HOME EQUITY LOAN, INC. ASSET-BACKED ing it is available for public Inspection in ing it is available for public Inspection in Public Notice is hereby given that the N.A.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendant: ROBERT CARR; SHIRLEY CARR. CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-HE1 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Sale Date: 01/27/2010 H/W; HCR MANOR CARE DBA HCR MANOR VS. the Office of the Clerk of the Board. the Office of the Clerk of the Board. Writ of Execution: 10/23/09 CARE MOUNTAINSIDE Defendant: CAROL L. SHEPPARD; WILLIAM ers has awarded a contract without com- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Sale Date: 01/20/2010 W. SHEPPARD; H/W RESOLUTION NO: 2010-21 RESOLUTION NO: 2010-22 petitive bidding as an extraordinary to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Writ of Execution: 09/28/2007 Sale Date: 01/27/2010 AWARED TO: Ruderman and AWARED TO: Roth Horowitz, Spring- unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 11/24/2008 Glickman, Springfield, New Jersey field, New Jersey TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution 40A:11-5(1)(a)(ii). This contract and the TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SERVICE: to serve as personnel coun- SERVICE: to serve as personnel coun- resolution authorizing it is available for WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- sel sel public inspection in the Office of the Clerk said day. All successful bidders must have 20% TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December of their bid available in cash or certified check at WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on of the Board. the conclusion of the sales. said day. All successful bidders must have 20% WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of 31, 2010 31, 2010 The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred of their bid available in cash or certified check at said day. All successful bidders must have 20% COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed RESOLUTION NO: 2010-23 Eighty Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Four and the conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified check at $50,000 $75,000 AWARED TO: Union County Alliance, 68/100*** $280,834.68. The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred the conclusion of the sales. Rahway, New Jersey All that certain land and premises situated in Twenty Five Thousand Eight Hundred Twelve The judgment amount is: ***One Hundred Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk the Borough of Garwood, County of Union, State and 05/100*** $525,812.05. Eighty Two Thousand Sixty One and 66/100*** of the Board of Chosen Freeholders of the Board of Chosen Freeholders SERVICES: for the purpose of provid- of New Jersey, being more particularly described The property to be sold is located in the TOWN $182,061.66. 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $21.42 ing comprehensive research and commu- as follows: of WESTFIELD, County of UNION and State of The property to be sold is located in the Bor- nication services Lot: 21; Block: 111 on the Tax Map of the New Jersey. ough of Fanwood in the County of UNION, State Borough of Garwood Commonly known as: 611 CARLETON ROAD, of New Jersey. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PERIOD: January 1, 2010-December Nearest Cross Street: Walnut Street WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090. Commonly known as: 225 Tillotson Road, 31, 2010 Aproximate Dimensions: 100.00 feet x 26.00 Tas Lot No. 23 FKA 28 in Block No. 4101 FKA Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS COSTS: in the amount of $322,125. feet x 100.00 feet x 26.00 feet 619 Tax Lot No.: 10 in Block 46 2010 MEETING SCHEDULE Being more commonly known as: 336 North Dimention of Lot Approximately: 80x102 AV Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately 75 x 139 Nicole L. DiRado, Clerk Avenue, Garwood, New Jersey 07027 Nearest Cross Street: PARK STREET Nearest Cross Street: WESTFIELD ROAD Please note that meetings are regularly held on Thursday evenings. Agenda Setting of the Board of Chosen Freeholders Pursuant to a municipal tax search dated No- Beginning at a point in the easterly sideline of Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- Sessions and Regular Meetings are held at 7:00pm in the Freeholders’ Meeting Room, 1 T – 1/7/10, The Leader Fee: $22.44 vember 11, 2009 Carleton Road, said point being southerly a dis- nicipal or tax liens that may be due. Subject to: Sewer: 1/1/2009-12/31/2009 tance of 120.01 feet along said sideline from a Tax and prior lien info: Taxes, Sewer and Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, 6th Floor, Elizabeth, New Jersey, $362.13 open + penalty point marking the intersection of the easterly Water maybe delinquent you must check with the unless otherwise specified. In the event an Agenda Setting Session and Regular Meeting PUBLIC NOTICE Mortgage recorded 2/14/89 Mortgage Book sideline of Carleton Road with the southerly tax collector for exact amounts due. are held on the same night, the Agenda Setting Session will commence at 7:00pm and 3950 Page 0585+c in the amount of $150,000.00* sideline of Park Street, and from said beginning Title Number - 93689-A, Block 46, Lot 10 UNION COUNTY BOARD the Regular Meeting will commence as soon as possible after the Agenda Setting * Letter from Fidelity National Title will indem- point running; thence The total amount due for past due taxesis $0 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS nify or insure purchaser PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES Prior Mortgage and Judgments (if any): Session. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Lien: 2009 4th QTR Taxes open: $2,718.63 Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Thirty Six Thou- Persons requiring a sign language interpreter should contact the Office of the Clerk of Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Eleven Thou- Total as of NOVEMBER 2, 2009: $2,718.63 sand Six Hundred Fifty and 96/100*** Date Adopted: 1/3/2010 the Board at 908-527-4140. sand Six Hundred Thirty Seven and 09/100*** Total Upset: ***Six Hundred Fifty Seven Thou- $236,650.96 together with lawful interest and Public Notice is hereby given that the $311,637.09 together with lawful interest and sand Four Hundred and 72/100*** $657,400.72 costs. costs. together with lawful interest and costs. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- AGENDA SETTING SESSIONS REGULAR MEETINGS Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and ers has awarded a contract without com- January 14, 2010 January 21, 2010 tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the petitive bidding as an Professional service expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court February 4, 2010 February 11, 2010 pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) (a) (i). money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, February 18, 2010 February 25, 2010 Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to This contract and the resolution authoriz- March 4, 2010 March 11, 2010 or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature ing it is available for public Inspection in Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for March 18, 2010 March 25, 2010 the Office of the Clerk of the Board. and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. April 1, 2010 April 8, 2010 an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if April 15, 2010 April 22, 2010 RESOLUTION NO: 2010-18 will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if any. May 6, 2010 May 13, 2010 AWARED TO: Schwartz, Simon, any. any. There is a full legal description on file in the May 20, 2010 Double Meeting May 20, 2010 Edlestein, Celso & Kessler, Florham There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. 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By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Part 2 of 2 July – December 3 popcorns Y’know how no matter what art museum you visit there is always one Ballet’s 2009-2020 season-opening per- The program included “At the Octaroon room you enter that has a giant paint- formance, “A World Tour of Ballet,” DECEMBER Balls” by Wynton Marsalis, “Take the A honored the memory of Dr. Eric Munoz, CLARK —The patrons of the Clark Train” by Billy Strayhorn and the String ing taking up an entire wall? You’re a former state assemblyman from the Quintet in C-Major by Franz Schubert. reaction is generally, why? Well, that’s Recreation Center were treated to a per- 21st district who passed away early in formance of the next generation of rock The concert also coincided with Temple how Avatar, director James 2009. stars, as the students of the Rahway Mu- Emanu-El’s “I Have a Dream” program, Cameron’s often-brilliant but over- The event took place at the Community sic Company (RMC) took the stage to which mentors and offers financial sup- long sci-fi extravaganza, initially Theater at the Mayo Center for the Per- perform for friends and family. port to underprivileged youth as they pur- strikes you. Two-thirds of a wall would forming Arts in downtown Morristown. The event, dubbed Rockstock, was sue higher education. have sufficed quite nicely. The unprecedented attendance of 600 designed to give the students who are Claire Harmon, founder and artistic The 11-year-old me might have people caused the theatre to open the taught “rock instrumentation” a chance to director of Mostly Music, first heard the appreciated that excessive one-third, balcony for the performance. perform before an audience. Every stu- Harlem Quartet at Symphony Space in Before “A World Tour of Ballet” be- dent from the RMC seemed to be repre- New York. consisting mostly of repetitive war gan Nancy Munoz, Dr Munoz’s widow, “They were terrific. They were so en- scenes that display the very latest in sented. Generally, the pieces were im- spoke about her late husband’s passion pressively performed, and considering thusiastic in the way they played the music FX gadgetry now available to film- for ballet. Dr. Munoz had served 18 years the age of the students, they were truly and spoke to the audience. We’re very makers. Whereas the 14-year-old me on the New Jersey Ballet’s board. amazing to see. However, some perform- lucky to have them,” she said. would be much more enthralled by “He loved the action and drama of the ers visibly exhibited stage fright. ~ Greg Waxberg the rather brazen poli-sci allegory ballet,” she said of Dr. Munoz. He went to Rockstock was a worthy venue for WESTFIELD – The Woman’s Club of that weaves its way through the glitz. see The Nutcracker every year.” eager young musicians to show off their Westfield (WCW) celebrated the spirit of Think Dances With Wolves (1990) ~ Maggie Diggory chops, and while RMC may want to in- the season with a Holiday Tea and Fash- melded with any number of anti-es- clude a course on “stage presence,” it ion show at the Presbyterian Church in tablishment flicks of the 1960s and a RAHWAY – Before legendary song- proved itself to be a “rock-solid” crash Westfield. All monies raised by the event stress Dionne Warwick took to the stage course in rock music. were donated to Autism New Jersey. dash of Nineteen Eighty-Four (1984) at Union County’s Performing Arts Cen- thrown in for its prescience. Yep, our “We always tell [the students] that no WCW members and friends, and sev- ter, she conducted an e-mail interview one is perfect and that we’re all there to eral children from the community, mod- sociopolitical system, military indus- with The Westfield Leader and The Scotch have a good time,” said E. J. Gaub, founder eled an array of formal and every day trial complex that it is, gets another Plains-Fanwood Times. of the RMC. wear provided by Lord & Taylor of merciless drubbing, perhaps its most Ms. Warwick said that working with ~ Eric Nierstedt Westfield. The event raised nearly $3,000, family is always a joy, and having her son fanciful and unapologetic yet. WESTFIELD — Mostly Music, which according to Jennifer Principato, WCW The unmitigated exercise in self- produce for her “is and will continue to be member and chairwoman of the event. a pridefilled moment.” has been enriching the town’s musical life hatred takes our empire to task, deem- since 1979, celebrated its 30th anniversary “We are grateful for all of today’s ef- Ms. Warwick also wrote about her new forts, including those of the WCW mem- ing it wrongheaded and evil, but stops CD of songs from the Sammy Cahn with a special chamber music concert on just short of saying its name. Suffice Sunday, December 20, at Temple Emanu- bers, volunteers and models,” said Ellen songbook, and her recently recorded spiri- Schisler, Autism New Jersey’s Director of it to note that the military forces tual song for children, stating that it is El. The performance featured the Harlem Quartet and Carter Brey, principal cellist Development, who was present at the event. who’ve come to conquer the moon important that children are exposed to ~ Marylou Morano Pandora and glean all its valuable of the New Y Philharmonic. unobtanium, no matter how that af- fects the indigenous Na’vi, are Earth- lings. Riding gallantly to the cause, though he doesn’t know it at first, is Corporal Jake Sully. Hardly the obvi- Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times ous hero due to an unfortunate war SHOW BOAT SHOWSTOPPER…Soloist Leon Williams signs copies of his CD at injury, the Marine was rendered a intermission of “The Great American Songbook” presented by conductor David paraplegic. His thoughts as he travels Wroe and the Westfield Symphony Orchestra. According to President of the in cryogenic state to this moon of WSO Board of Trustees Mark Fleder, the New Year’s Eve concert was a sold-out Polyphemus bring us up to speed. His performance. twin, an avatar driver, was killed. He will replace him. So here’s what an avatar is. It’s Accomplished Vocalists really quite cool, though as employed here by the invading powers it’s just a technologically advanced way of Assist WSO Ring in 2010 speaking with forked tongue. Com- By SUSAN MYRILL DOUGHERTY She confessed that although it was a bining human matter with Na’vi stuff Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times mere two weeks, she sang it non-stop creates a hybrid of the two. If biologi- WESTFIELD – David Wroe, mu- night and day – even in the shower. cally linked to this avatar, a human, Marylou Morano’s sic director and conductor of the One of the most stirring arrange- dormant in a large, MRI-like tube, “Book Nook” of 2009 Westfield Symphony Orchestra ments of the night featured the or- can control it. (WSO) since 1997, never disappoints. chestra playing full out in “Happy It’s expensive. That’s why Jake’s spiritual songs. As sure as New Year’s Eve brings Days/Get Happy,” which Mr. Wroe aboard. Otherwise, the avatar he soon When asked if there are any other noisemakers, confetti and champagne told the audience he had to transcribe inhabits would have died with his aspirations she wishes to fulfill, Ms. WHS Concert Choir Offers Tree Pickup toasts, WSO delivers an effervescent from You Tube since it had been DNA-alike brother. Pity is, while sci- Warwick gave a to-the point answer: WESTFIELD – While still glowing William Mathews, choral director, performance each December 31. thrown out in 1976. entists like Sigourney Weaver’s Dr. “Oscar, Emmy and the Tony,” she wrote. from their Carnegie Hall debut on No- at [email protected], Held last Thursday evening at the Later, Mr. Allen sang a romantic Grace Augustine had idealistic rea- ~ Christina M. Hinke vember 30, the Westfield High School and it will be relayed to the choir Westfield High School, the two-hour melody from the My Fair Lady clas- sons for creating the program, The WESTFIELD – Gearing up for a late Concert Choir is again offering to help officers. concert saw people braving the cold sic: “On the Street Where You Live.” Man seized the science as a way to November performance at Carnegie Hall, area residents dispose of their Christ- Individuals are asked to include and forecasts of sleet and rain to Mr. Wroe asked him about his versa- gain the trust of the blue-skinned folk The Continuo Arts Foundation, gave a mas trees in exchange for a $10 dona- their name, address and telephone attend the sold-out concert, “The tility in singing classical music as he wished to conquer. preview concert of “A Carol Fantasy” at tion to be used for the vocal music number. This year’s tree pickup will Great American Songbook.” well as Broadway tunes. At the occupying force’s mission The Westfield Presbyterian Church department. be one day only – Saturday, January This New Year’s Eve program When queried about his preference, (WPC). Anyone interested in having their 9. The deadline to make arrange- boasted a variety of classics by Irving the tenor gave a politically correct control on Pandora, an unholy alli- The Continuo Arts Foundation is an ance exists between Big Business, intergenerational group that takes new tree picked up is asked to e-mail ments is noontime, Friday, January 8. Berlin, Kander and Ebb, Lerner and answer that although he loved the represented by Giovanni Ribisi’s music and composers, and continues Lowe and Frank Loesser and more. world’s classic operas (especially La Parker Selfridge, and the army that building on artistic culture. The group of Simplistic On the Surface, Artist’s Maestro Wroe Bohème), he felt does its bidding, led by Colonel Miles singers performing in the preview perfor- started the pro- privileged to be Quaritch’s frothing-at-the-mouth mance included students from Westfield gram with what he Make a ‘Cameo’ able to sing from gyrene. Dr. Augustine’s mostly altru- High School Concert Choir, The Oak Works Carry Personal Meaning described as the the American istic, scientific support team is the Knoll Ensemble, The Chancel Choir from By MARYLOU MORANO and there, it is saturated in personal evening’s “book- Appearance at WSO Songbook. misled, necessary stepchild. the WPC and The Wharton Civic Chorale Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times meaning. ends” of the clas- Tickets to WSO concerts Memorable mu- of Berkeley Heights. AREA – The human body and all For example, his graphite on sical and popular range from $25 to $70. How- sical moments Landing in this metaphoric primer “A Carol Fantasy” included such songs on what’s wrong with humankind, its glory has been the focus of artists Strathmore paper “Two Dots Two world of music. ever, it is still possible to pur- were plentiful. as “Christmas Time in the City,” “Joy to chase a cameo subscription Sam Worthington’s Jake Sully is just the World,” and the Hallelujah Chorus,” throughout the ages. Dashes” is nothing more than what it Baritone Leon “One More for the trying to survive. It is the year 2154. among others. And so it is with Tom Nussbaum. says, simply arranged to reveal a face. Williams opened package to the three remain- Road,” made fa- While rich folk with his disability “This preview concert is a new idea,” Sort of. “Some of my work expresses inte- with a sultry ver- ing WSO concerts for the 2009- mous by Frank could afford a remedying operation, said Artistic Director Candace Wicke, Mr. Nussbaum’s exhibit, “Draw- rior feelings, and much of it focuses sion of George 2010 season, which will give Sinatra, was per- it’s not going to happen on a Marine’s who is also a symphonic director at ings, Papercuts and Sculpture,” was on relationships between family mem- Gershwin’s “It people access to significant sonalized by Mr. salary. But then an opportunity to Carnegie Hall. “I didn’t know how many recently on exhibit at Union County bers and friends, between the indi- Ain’t Necessarily ticket discounts and useful pri- Williams. A mel- make a deal with the devil presents people to expect, but this response is College’s Tomasulo Gallery. vidual and society and between the So,” from Porgy ority seating. low, soulful saxo- great.” Much of Mr. Nussbaum’s study of conscious and the subconscious self,” and Bess. Leaning There are some exciting of- phone enhanced itself. ~ Maggie Diggory Cozying up to Jake, Quaritch the human form is restricted to heads he explained. against the wall of ferings in store, ranging from his crooning of the (Stephen Lang) informs that the WESTFIELD – Teatro Si!, New and stomachs. The reference to relationships is stage right, Mr. an authentic Argentinian Tango famous torch young soldier, whose avatar will Jersey’s premier Latin American and And since he is partial to birds and expressed in how the artist layers Williams playfully spectacular to the grand finale song. Spanish performing arts company con- fish, he sometimes shows the human subjects one on another, an effect pulled the audi- of the tri-state concerto com- A stereotypic shortly be walking among the Na’vi, tinued its First Friday music series with could be helpful in a reconnaissance form in bird and fish stomachs, as in seen in both drawings and sculpture. ence into his dra- petition and fantasy-filled youth barstool might an evening of Argentinean Fusion Jazz concert to the season finale sort of way. No one need know of performed by pianist, Emilio Teubal and one creature consuming another. His sculpture “Bag Man” shows a matic presentation. have made more their arrangement. Just come back his instrumental ensemble, La Such is the case with his “Fat Bird man holding a bulging bag. A trio of stellar featuring Beethoven’s 9th sym- visual impact than with useful info that will help subju- Balteuband. II,” a graphite on Strathmore paper, On closer inspection, the viewer soloists, soprano phony. his being seated on gate the natives and he’ll see to it Mr. Teubal and his group performed and “Man In Fish,” constructed of sees the outline of a human head strain- Diana Dimarzio, If audience members en- the platform and that the corporal gets his working jazz and tango, as well as Argentinean Yatsuo (Japanese handmade) paper. ing against the material of the bag. soprano Johanna joyed the New Year’s Eve con- would have af- legs back. farm music, chacarea and the national A resident of Montclair, Mr. The artist picks up a similar theme Brickey and lyric cert, they should vote for WSO forded the artist Thus, descending into the breach, dance, the zamba. Nussbaum describes his work as be- with “The Weight,” a graphite on tenor Glenn Allen, in the New Jersey People’s flexibility. The venue for the Teatro Si! concert, ing “a process of self-discovery, a Strathmore paper work that shows a backed him up. In- Choice Award (details in story). Mr. Williams’s first with Dr. Augustine holding his Galleria West, provided for an intimate hand, Jake is introduced to this ulti- personal mining of images that have man struggling under the weight of a stead of using tra- For full details about the re- tour de force of the performance, and the beautiful artwork maining three concerts, see mate rain forest. But the inveterate on the surrounding walls served to further psychological meaning.” huge round circle. ditional bass, night, undoubt- rebel strays away to learn that Eden is emphasize the importance of all manner While much of his work is simplis- For all their simplicity, the pieces tenor, soprano and westfieldsymphony.org/ edly, was a poi- not without its dangers. Reminiscent of artistic expression. tic and sometimes nothing short of a in “Drawing, Papercuts and Sculp- alto vocalists, Mr. tickets_schedule.php. gnant version of of the gladiator/prehistoric monster/ ~ Marylou Morano circle and perhaps a few strokes here ture” are the result of a multi-step Wroe found per- “Old Man River” Steve Reeves films of the ‘50s and process. formers who were from Kerns’ Show ‘60s, he is soon fending off all man- According to the artist, the images versatile enough to cross over vocal Boat. The charismatic Mr. Williams ner of charging beast. WHS Student Organizes are first drawn, then developed designations to accommodate his song shared with the audience that although Fighting valiantly but terribly out- through the paper cutting and sculp- selections. he is not a bass, the older he gets, the numbered, his moxie and spirit are ture process. Ms. Dimarzio could belt out the easier it is for him to reach the low not lost on a quietly curious observer Fundraiser to End Bullying Mr. Nussbaum has won numerous alto notes with the best of contraltos, notes. who presently comes to his rescue. WESTFIELD – Justin Rosin, a School, said this about John awards for his work, among them the yet had the command of higher so- The tune — his father’s signature Firing poison arrows one, two, three senior at Westfield High School Halligan’s presentation: “Your [John New Jersey State Council on the Arts prano notes. Ms. Brickey, with a more song — gave him a connection with is Zoe Saldana’s Princess Neytiri, the (WHS), is organizing a fundraiser to Halligan] powerful presentation has Individual Artist Fellowship, the Vir- lyrical quality to her voice, displayed his dad when he sang it. No surprise Na’vi’s answer to the huntress Diana. bring John Halligan to speak at WHS impacted our entire student body. ginia Center for the Creative Arts warmth in “It Might as Well Be that when Mr. Wroe informally polled Before long, she is his tutor of all about bullying and teen-suicide pre- We are already witnessing a kinder, Fellowship and a Heathcote Fellow- Spring” from Rodgers and the audience to select an encore num- things spiritual and unspoiled. They vention. Mr. Halligan’s 13-year-old more tolerant group of students ship at the MacDowell Colony. Hammerstein’s State Fair. Magnifi- ber, they asked for Mr. Williams’ become an item. son committed suicide in 2003 due throughout the school.” His work has been shown at the cent strings complemented her rich memorable rendition of that Show Expect the usual Romeo and Juliet to excessive bullying. Joseph Baeta, principal of Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, the tones. Boat showstopper. convolutions to emanate from this Mr. Halligan has been interviewed Holbrook High School, described Hunterdon Museum of Art in Clinton With the aid of state-of the-art per- It is easy to see why every year since cross-species affaire de coeur, hyper- by Oprah and Diane Sawyer, and gives the presentation as “Exceptional and and at the Shore Institute for Contem- sonal pack microphones, this year’s 2007 the New Jersey State Council on accentuated as full-blown conflict lectures to high schools and middle hit home with our students.” porary Art in Long Branch, among performers were free to act out rhythm the Arts (NJSCA) has awarded WSO erupts between the unwelcome visi- schools throughout the country to pre- Justin is also a leader for the Tran- others. and natural gestures. In year’s past, its highest and most prestigious honor, tors and the home team. Here, though vent teen suicide and stop bullying. His sition Project at Westfield High Mr. Nussbaum’s artistic work has the four soloists of the New Year’s the Citation of Excellence. the lifelike avatars and Na’vi have son, Ryan, was bullied relentlessly School, a program that helps incom- spilled over into the entrepreneurial Eve program were seemingly teth- It is also easy to see why the sym- already more than impressed us, di- online and in school. His despair was so ing freshmen adjust to the high arena. ered invisibly to the standing micro- phony has been nominated for the rector Cameron shows off all his new great that he hung himself. school. To enhance and reinforce He is the founder of two cottage phones. The new amplification sys- People’s Choice Award this year (the techno toys. “Seventy-seven percent of students Mr. Halligan’s presentation, he has industries, The Acme Robot Com- tem provided a refreshing freedom of public has until midnight, January The redundancy is tiresome. But have reported that they have been created and will implement a seg- pany, a producer of nightlights, and movement. 19, to cast their ballots. To vote for happily, after the electric light ‘n’ bullied. There are many more who ment of Transition for students to the Atomic Iron Works, a company Another departure from other years’ WSO in the Orchestra category, go to shrapnel show settles and our interest are silent about it,” said Justin. “Eighty discuss and process the presenta- that makes iron hat and coat racks and concerts was the intimate conversa- westfieldsymphony.org and click on is regained, the cautionary message percent of all teens who have com- tion. other items of his own design. tions with the vocalists. the People’s Choice Award ballet remains intact. Though stopping short mitted suicide tried seeking help be- Justin is collecting donations to More information about the artist “Instead of my standing up here icon.) of having a foreword by Al Gore, and fore they committed suicide. It has the John Halligan fund and asks do- can be found at tomnussbaum.com. and giving you history of each com- The second half of the “bookends” oxymoronic by virtue of its commer- become so common that experts have nors to make checks payable to: The Tomasulo Gallery, which is poser, I thought it might be nice to of the night came with an exciting cial heft, Avatar might very well help labeled it ‘Bullycide.’ I was so dis- Westfield High School (WHS) and located in the Kenneth MacKay Li- hear from the soloists themselves,” version of Bernstein’s quartet “To- our young life forms see the forest turbed by this story and other tragic write “John Halligan Fund” in the brary on the UCC-Cranford Campus, Mr. Wroe explained. night” from West Side Story. Maestro from the trees. stories I’ve heard that I knew I had to memo section. will be closed until January 22, 2010, After Ms. Dimarzio sang an admi- Wroe said that he selected Gershwin * * * do something about it. That’s why I Contributions should be mailed to at which time it will present a multi- rable rendition of the dizzyingly fre- and Bernstein to open and close the Avatar, rated PG-13, is a Twentieth want our school to hear John Michael Seiler, Westfield High School, artist exhibit of works of artists who netic number “(Not) Getting Married show because of their “lyricism, Century-Fox Film Corporation re- Halligan’s amazing presentation.” 550 Dorian Road, Westfield, N.J. 07090. have used personal stories as artistic Today” from Stephen Sondheim’s beauty and hallmark of greatness.” lease directed by James Cameron and Mr. Halligan speaks all over the E-mail questions to inspiration. musical, Company, Mr. Wroe asked With the assistance of the accom- stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana country and has been instrumental [email protected]. For more in- More information about this and her how she prepared for the chal- plished vocalists, the orchestra added and Sigourney Weaver. Running time: in curbing bullying in schools. David formation on John Halligan and his son’s other forthcoming exhibits can be lenging song and how long it took her its own hallmark of greatness in ring- 162 minutes Montgomery, principal of West Essex story, visit ryanpatrickhalligan.org. found on ucc.edu. to master the tongue-twisting lyrics. ing in the New Year. Page 16 Thursday, January 7, 2010 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION A&E Year in Review Part 2 of 2 July – December

Barnabas Medical Center, spoke at the halls of the County Courthouse. Vogue masthead five years ago. Among (Edward Ballard) – jetted the audience Along the Watchtower,” which was fol- JULY event. Two staff members from Robert Members of The Atlantic Paranormal her accomplishments is the award-win- back in time with a fast-paced, profes- lowed by a plethora of covers, old and MILLBURN – In Paper Mill Play- Wood Johnson Rahway Fitness and Society (TAPS) descended on the Court- ning programming and content of Vogue sional production that one has come to new alike. He came back for a three-song house ‘s production of The Full Monty, Wellness Center offered free blood pres- house with a host of electronic equip- TV. expect from the talented direction of Mr. encore, with “On the Corner in the Rain,” Director Mark Hoebee, who is also Pa- sure and body fat testing to attendees. ment to try and detect a ghostly pres- Closer to home, Ms. Cavanagh helped Wooten. the Beatles’ “Here Comes the Sun,” mixed per Mill’s artistic director, pulled to- Beth Hornstein and Ronni Grebow ence. with the Wil Kehler Fund auction, held to ~ Susan Myrill Dougherty with “The End,” and Joe Cocker’s “You gether a team of stellar triple-threat chaired the event — which in 2009 raised Whether or not that equipment detected help the grandson of the late Gary Kehler, Are So Beautiful.” singer/dancer/actors whose interaction anything at the courthouse or the cem- WESTFIELD — Oak Ridge Park in nearly $30,000. who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a Clark (formerly Oak Ridge Golf Course) Havens lost his place once or twice was paramount in making Terrence “It’s very gratifying to see so many etery, however, is a secret, according to rare and malignant form of bone cancer, during the performance, after which he McNally’s book and David Yazbek’s Sheriff Ralph Froehlich. provided the backdrop for MusicFest people come out and support this cause,” in his left femur 2009, an occasion that celebrated the coa- apologized, saying, “We’ve been on tour score work. said Ms. “Everyone knows someone who “I know, but I can’t tell,” he said. Ms. Cavanagh and her husband, John, a while; it started in 1967.” Personal stories intertwine in this romp “You’ll have to wait for the show, he said lescence of several talented musicians. has been touched. We’re all in this to- chose her hometown of Westfield to re- The event allowed residents near and ~ Eric Nierstedt to engage all segments of the audience. gether.” referring to the “Ghost Hunters” show side because “Westfield is an incredible There is a father who might lose the right that was to air on September 16, 2009. far to come together and enjoy free con- ~ Brigitta Greene place to raise a family; the infrastructure, certs, held on three stages, and other at- OCTOBER to see his son because of delinquent ~ Debbie Hoffman the schools, the recreation, the commu- WESTFIELD – The Powerful Women child-support payments, a high-level SUMMIT – The Summit Wine and tractions, including fair rides, a Hell on Food Festival, held in late July at the NEWARK — Fans young and old nity is unlike anything else.” Wheels BMX Exhibition and a of Song concert series kicked off its 2009- executive who cannot bring himself to ~ Christina M. Hinke 2010 season at The Watching Arts Center tell his status-seeking wife that he has Grand Summit Hotel, featured 20 chefs packed the Prudential Center in Newark Walkathon/5K run, which raised money from the country’s leading restaurants to see the Idols take the stage. for the Love/Hope/Strength Foundation, in Watchung. Presented by Ahrre Maros, been unemployed for six months, a dis- SEPTEMBER owner of Ahrre’s Coffee Roastery in heartened husband whose new mistress doling out samples of their signature The show got off to a slow start with and the Valerie Fun to support children dishes, abundant choices of wine, and projected graphics revealing the top-10 in GARWOOD — In September, the fighting cancer and blood-related disor- Westfield and host of the award-winning is food and a gay man who struggles to Garwood Crossroads was filled with clas- Coffee With Conscience Concert Series come out of his closeted existence. deserts as large as a Barbie dream house descending order, followed by tepid 10th ders. beside a table of designer chocolates – runner up, Michael Sarver. Then Megan sic Big Band sound as the Full Count Big Some of the performers included Uncle in Westfield, this series features female Mr. Hoebee mentioned that “the Band took to the stage. singers / songwriters from all over the strength of the story lies not in the actual sculpted by one of Philadelphia’s finest Joy, Energetic Lil Rounds, Matt Giraud, Kracker, Third Eye Blind, Josh Flagg and pastry chefs. Scott MacIntyre, Anoop Desai, Allison Based in Westfield, the six-year-old Cy Cumin, Fastball, The Alarm, Kenny country. question of ‘will they or won’t they?’ but Talented jazz- and pop–influenced folk rather with the victory of these under- singer/ songwriter / pianist Anne Heaton dogs.” performed on opening night. Her clever ~ Susan Myrill Dougherty lyrics, which combine heartfelt emotion WESTFIELD – St. Helen’s Roman with lighthearted, down-to-earth humor, Catholic Church hosted “A Summer Night describe life experiences of pain, joy and of Song” and raised $4,000 for the growth. congregation’s “Helping Hands and “The idea [is] that ultimately, you are Hearts” initiative, and the American Guild your soul and not the roles you play and of Musical Artists Relief (AGMAR) Fund. therefore, when you want to make changes The concert was the brain child of in your life, you can connect to this power,” Westfield resident, Maureen Francis, a she said. professional opera singer and a cantor at ~ Meredith A. Mannino St. Helen’s. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Com- “A Summer Night of Song” featured munity Players (WCP) opened its 75th Ms. Francis and her friends Kyle Gonyea, anniversary season with a month-long baritone, and Kathryn Olander, piano. run of Woody Allen’s 1966 farce Don’t Ms. Francis and Mr. Gonyea sang a vari- Drink The Water. The timeless theme of ety of opera, operetta and songs from hide-and-go-seek in life and love is bal- musicals while Ms. Olander accompa- anced by the now-funny theme of spying nied them on the piano. during the Cold War. The trio performed duets such as The cast of 13 brought out the best of “Dunque io son?” (Barber of Seville) by the play’s major themes despite the now- Rossini, “So in Love” (Kiss Me, Kate) by dated setting behind the Iron Curtain dur- Cole Porter and Mozart’s “Non piú David Samsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times “LIVE FROM NEW JERSEY”...Pete Yorn, left, and his band, at right, played MusicFest 2009, held at Oak Ridge Park in Clark in September. ing Lyndon Johnson’s administration. andrai” (Marriage of Figaro). However, Don’t Drink the Water was as Tickets to “A Summer Night of Song” Ivan Ruiz, master sommelier, owner of Iraheta and Danny Gokey, in turn, per- band has been dedicated to keeping the Wayne Sheppard and Tommy James & much about the tensions in family rela- were free of charge; Ms. Francis decided Summit’s Wine List and a community formed. sounds of Big Band music alive and cur- The Shondells, an American rock band tions as that between the U.S. and U.S.S.R. to raise money by asking for donations. supporter, organized the three-day event The audience, however, eagerly rent. To accomplish this, Full Count has from the sixties, among other entertain- government in the 1960s. All proceeds from the concert were split in only a matter of months. A portion of awaited winner Kris Allen and first-run- an array of talented musicians, including ers. Woody Allen’s work requires finesse in half between “Helping Hands and the proceeds benefited Sage Eldercare, ner-up and fan favorite Adam Lambert. many local residents, who often bring According to one fan, Tom Sloan, in line delivery, which the entire cast of Hearts” and AGMAR. American Red Cross, Susan G. Komen After being baited by a drum beat here professional skill to the fold. “Tommy James & The Shondells sounded Don’t Drink the Water handled profes- “I hope to make this charity concert an for the Cure and Overlook Hospital Foun- and a flash of light there, the crowd Full Count Big Band doesn’t only play better now than they did in the 60’s.” sionally. Hardy laughs awaited those who annual thing,” Ms. Francis said. dation. screamed Beatlemania-style when Lam- nostalgic big band and jazz tunes. As they ~ Katherine A. Sloan attended the three remaining perfor- ~ Carolyn Freundlich bert emerged at last with a flawless ex- did at the Crossroads, they include con- “With the help and support of Summit’s SUMMIT – The Westfield Symphony mances of Don’t Drink the Water, di- SCOTCH PLAINS – Tightened wal- mayor, Jordan Glatt, local businesses, ecution of “Whole Lotta Love. temporary selections, such as the music rected by Naomi Yablosnky. The smoke (literally) cleared and a of James Taylor, in its performances. The Orchestra’s (WSO) performance of lets and pinched purses could not stop the sponsors and chefs from the country’s Puccini’s Madama Butterfly was one of ~ Maggie Diggory women of Shackamaxon Country Club in finest restaurants, more than 1,500 people simple gray curtain supplanted all the only thing preventing the requested en- high-energy theatrics and special effects core was the fact there were other bands the highest attended performances in the WESTFIELD — High Field Enter- Scotch Plains as they hosted the annual descended upon the historic hotel,” said 27-year history of (WSO). More than Mr. Ruiz. surrounding Lambert to reveal winner on the evening’s agenda. tainment flew its cast and crew to Play for P.I.N.K. breast cancer fundraiser 1,000 audience members of all ages at- Westfield where key scenes for the Japa- in July. ~ Linda B. Condrillo Kris Allen in a plaid shirt and jeans, “Big Band and jazz are really the clas- simply strumming his acoustic guitar. It sical music of America,” said band presi- tended the two-and-a-half hour concert at nese movie, Darling wa Gaikokujin (My Although attendance was down by ap- Summit High School, marking the WSO’s Darling is a Foreigner) were shot in proximately 30 percent from 2008’s high, AUGUST was clear Allen was not trying to compete dent, and alternate bass player, Mitch with nor best those who performed before Kolesaire. “We really want to keep this 182nd performance. town. organizers took advantage of difficult COUNTY – The crew of the Syfy The 50-member Summit High School The romantic-comedy is based on a economic times to add a homespun twist channel’s “Ghost Hunters” visited the him – and he didn’t need to – as his solid music alive, but that doesn’t mean just voice richly delivered song after song. playing the more nostalgic tunes. Other- chorus sat behind the WSO and provided popular Manga Japanese comic-book se- to this year’s festivities. A buffet lunch Union County Courthouse to investigate a robust and glorious “Humming Cho- ries by Japanese illustrator Saori Oguri. followed a morning of golf with ladies the purported presence of Mrs. Hannah ~ Christie Storms wise, we’d just play nursing homes. We try to bring in more modern music into the rus.” There was nary a glitch, as the Primarily filmed in Japan, the movie tells dressed in full pink attire. A total of 136 Caldwell, wife of Reverend James WESTFIELD – Resident Deborah ensemble of musicians and singers glided the semi-autobiographical story of Japa- women attended lunch, while 86 partici- Caldwell, who was shot in her home Big Band sound.” Cavanagh, associate publisher, creative ~ Eric Nierstdt through the performance with a tender- nese–born Ms. Oguri and her marriage to pated in golf. during the Battle of Connecticut Farms. services for Vogue, was honored as one of ness and passion for Puccini’s score. American-born journalist Tony Laszlo, In 2009, for the first time, Dr. M. Mrs. Caldwell, who is buried in the Irish Voice newspapers, 75 Most Influen- UNION – Kean University presented As there was no set, the director’s stand who is from New Jersey. Michele Blackwood, director of breast cemetery at the First Presbyterian Church tial Woman of 2009. the world premiere of George Brant’s doubled as a place for Gustavo Ahualli, as Wedding “Guests” gathered atop the health and disease management at Saint in Elizabeth, is said to float through the Ms. Cavanagh added her name to the play, Any Other Name, a fascinating Sharpless, to knock on Butterfly’s front Presbyterian Church steps blowing glimpse of human nature at its worst. As door. Two chairs were also used intermit- bubbles to celebrate and congratulating the 2009 Premiere Stages Play Festival tently. the bride and groom as Westfield pass- Winner at Kean University, this two-act The deeply moving emotion evoked by ersby took in the assembled actors as well play, featuring professional cast mem- Puccini’s orchestral arrangement and li- as the cameras and equipment amassed bers, was referred to as “identity theft, bretto enraptured the audience. Later, the on the church’s sprawling lawn. 19th century style.” tears shed by Hai-Ting Chinn (as The cast and crew also shot scenes in a The play was much more fiction than Butterfly’s maid, Suzuki) and Ms. Lee house on Dudley Avenue and in fact, playwright Brant explained to the alike prepared the audience for the misty Mindowaskin Park. One last American Sunday matinee audience in a “Talk Back” rain awaiting them. scene was shot in downtown Cranford. 2009-2010 CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES ´ 30th SEASON ´ MAPLEWOOD ´ WESTFIELD session with the actors and director John ~ Maggie Diggory “This kind of atmosphere can’t be cre- Wooten. The play revolves around Ed- ated anywhere in Japan,” Ms. Ikuko ward Ballard, a critic and mediocre poet GARWOOD — As a full house of fans cheered and applauded, folk legend Richie Takano, the movie’s producer, said. in London who visits his literary idol ~ Christie Storms (named John Clark) in an insane asylum. Havens made his return to the Garwood Ostensibly, Edward is there to pay hom- Crossroads Accompanied by only a single WESTFIELD —The Westfield Pres- age to the famous nature poet – but in guitarist, Havens effortlessly created the byterian Church hosted a special viewing reality, he wants to learn where Clark’s soulful, warm and love-filled concert ex- of the original Dracula with live music C C last book of poems, reportedly his best perience for which he is known. presented by the Westfield Symphony C C work, is hidden. In addition to playing his music, Ha- Orchestra (WSO). C Mr. Brant said some of the scenes are vens shared his thoughts on Dressed in Halloween hats, the orches- from the fact-based historical event along “superpolitics” and education with his tra, conducted by Maestro David Wroe, C with a figment of his 21st century imagi- audience. He also took a moment for began the evening with a performance of C reflection on his participation in folk icon nation. Four dynamic actors – Paul Molnar Symphony No. 3 (Saint-Saëns), which C (John Clark), Audra Mariel Taliercio Pete Seeger’s 90th birthday celebration at brought to mind the Transylvanian vio- (Margaret Ballard), Carl Wallnau (An- Madison Square Garden. lins associated with the various film ver- drew Maddock) and Fletcher McTaggart Havens paid tribute to another folk sions of the vampire. legend by performing Bob Dylan’s “All While the familiar images of Transylvanian peasants and their warn- Ani Kavafian and Carter Brey Contagious Drama Workshop ings against “Dracula!” filled the screen, the orchestra provided the perfect music invite you to experience the ACTING CLASSES AND COACHING FOR ALL AGES to heighten the drama of the moment and make even the name “Dracula” seem ter- joys of chamber music as it rifying. Schubert’s “Unfinished Sym- was meant to be heard . . . good phony” was both romantic and yet later Now enrolling for menacing, encapsulating the Dracula per- friends playing together for sona – elegant yet dangerous. Moments Winter/Spring Session such as the ride to the castle and the the excitement and love of it . . . introduction of the count were given fresh (classes begin January 20) urgency thanks to the music of the orches- sharing great music with you tra. All of the selections picked by Maestro • Acting and Creative Dramatics Classes ANI KAVAFIAN, violin in an intimate setting. CARTER BREY, cello David Wroe and played by WSO fit the • Private Coaching available for Presentations, dramatic on-screen tension and juxtaposed the actions of the film perfectly. As the MOSTLY MUSIC will present the third concert of its 30th Season on Auditions, Bar and Bat Mitzvah Speeches evening progressed, it became hard to • Scout Badge programs available believe that the original film was made • Check out new Teen Play Reading Class without music. SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2010 ~ Eric Nierstedt For more info, class times and details contact Beth Painter 917 836 3740 NOVEMBER ANI KAVAFIAN and CARTER BREY e-mail [email protected] or visit www.contagiousdrama.com MORRISTOWN – The New Jersey and SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 ELENA URIOSTE, violin CHRISTOPHER O’RILEY, piano MOZART: Sonata for Violin and Piano Poppyfields Home POULENC: Sonata for Cello and Piano Store Closing...Final Days DVORAK: “Dumky” Trio 30%-50% off Storewide! 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