Objector Sues Planning Board Over Stop & Shop Hearings Westfield

Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, April 10, 2014 OUR 124th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 15-2014 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Objector Sues Planning Board Over Stop & Shop Hearings By LAUREN S. BARR from 35,426 square feet to 53,555 amendments were made to the ap- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader square feet. plication on February 11, 2014. Mr. WESTFIELD – After a dozen In November, it was revealed that Gasiorowski alleges in his suit that hearings last year, the planning Mr. Hughes’ objection is being the meeting was held without no- board approved Stop & Shop’s ap- funded by Village Supermarkets tice to him or the public. plication to expand their Elm Street (see www.goleader.com/13nov21/ “The applicant without notice to store. Now objector James Hughes 08.pdf.) Mr. Hughes failed to ap- the plaintiff requested that the plan- of Massachusetts Street has filed a pear to testify, and he was deemed ning board make revisions and lawsuit against the planning board, to have standing in the matter de- changes to the Resolution…without alleging that they acted improperly spite the distance between his resi- notice to the public,” the lawsuit in the approval process. dence and the store. states. The planning board did pro- As previously reported, the com- At issue in the new lawsuit, attor- vide a legal notice advising the pub- pany plans to demolish two office ney Ronald Gasiorowski alleges that lic of the February 11 hearing and it buildings at 203 and 195 Elm Street following the board’s was published in The Westfield to enlarge the parking area and in- memorialization of the application, Leader on February 6, 2014. crease the store’s square footage an additional meeting was held and The lawsuit also alleges that board member John Bennett subjected him and his expert witnesses to “ridi- cule and unreasonably interrupted curtailed/or limited and hindered [the] plaintiff’s participation in the hearing and otherwise disparaged plaintiff and/or his witnesses.” It goes on to state that Mr. Bennett Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader prejudiced the other board mem- OPENING DAY...The Westfield Baseball League and the Girls Softball League held its annual Opening Day Parade on bers and “tainted the proceeding,” Saturday morning, which began at Mindowaskin Park. Hundreds of participants and their families walked to Gumbert thus depriving Mr. Hughes of “due Field for opening ceremonies. process.” Additionally, the lawsuit takes issue with items granted to Stop & Shop as part of the application, such Westfield Planning Board OK’s as the number of allowable parking spaces and the size of the sound barrier. During the hearings, approxi- Subdivision on Linden Avenue mately 30 spectators attended, 15 By LAUREN S. BARR maximum lot coverage until Town agreed to reduce the square footage of of them approached the microphone Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Engineer Chris McAloon pointed out the proposed houses. to speak in favor of the project. WESTFIELD – The planning board to architect Nicholas Netta that the Mr. Tiger also consented to appear- While a handful of residents wanted on Monday night unanimously ap- applicant was requesting a variance for ing before the board’s design review to see the building façade and light- proved the subdivision on Linden Av- the size of the homes. “In my mind committee to ensure that the houses do SCHOOL SHOW…“Tamaques Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple,” Tamaques ing be made to keep with the neigh- enue by Monarch Homes. there is no reason why it shouldn’t” not look alike, planting trees to replace Elementary School’s annual show, took place at Westfield High School last borhood, no one objected to the The current 17,490-square-foot lot comply, Mr. McAloon said. Mr. Netta those cut down and to waiting to begin weekend. Tamaques students of all grades sang, danced, and acted to a sold-out overall project. will be divided into two 8,745 square- responded, “Point well taken.” construction until the school year fin- auditorium. See story page 10. Attempts to contact Special Board foot lots, which is under the required Jonathan Tiger of Monarch Homes CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Attorney Robert Cockren and Mr. 12,000-square-foot minimum. How- Gasiorowski were unsuccessful. A ever, the applicant demonstrated that Westfield BOE Discusses spokesperson for Stop & Shop said 23 lots in the neighborhood are already CF Bd. to Hold Informal that they do not comment on ongo- non-conforming and under the required ing litigation. Neither the planning minimum square footage. Curriculum Core Standards board, nor Stop & Shop have filed The applicant was initially request- Meeting With UCC By DELL SIMEONE By CHRISTINA M. HINKE probability of occurring once in five said some counselors walk with a an answer with the court. ing that the two new homes exceed the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader walkie-talkie because they may be years or 20 percent chance in a given WESTFIELD – At Tuesday needed at any moment. Ms. Mazzarese CRANFORD — The planning board year. evening’s Board of Education meet- said counselors work on coping skills UCEDC Helped Businesses will hold an informal meeting with “How often do we get hit with 100- ing, the board heard a guidance and during times of family change. She Union County College (UCC) on year storms? A five-year storm is noth- counseling update by Maureen said she visits the middle schools often Wednesday, April 16 to discuss the ing. They are manipulating the num- Mazzarese, the director of counseling to attend meetings where counselors With Sandy Aid, Relocating plans for a sports field on the campus. bers,” Planning Board member Kevin By PAUL J. PEYTON She said a number of businesses are UCC does not need permission from Illing said. for the district. Pam Alderman, district take on responsibilities. She said that at Specially Written for The Westfield Leader supervisor of language arts, gave a Westfield High School it is important being financed by the UCEDC in relo- the township and the meeting is a cour- In other business, the Army Corps of presentation outlining the curriculum, to deliver services to the students and COUNTY — The Union County cating to Union County. One of the tesy to the township. Engineers held its presentation March which has been revised to match the all students are scheduled to meet a Freeholders received a report from the businesses, Daisy Salon & Spa, re- During the board’s workshop meet- 31 to the mayors and engineers of state’s Common Core standards. counselor on a one-to-one basis. “It is Union County Economic Development ceived $240,000 in UCEDC financing ing last Wednesday, the board said UCC communities from Rahway to Millburn Ms. Mazzarese began her presenta- the best way,” she said. Corp. (UCEDC) last Thursday on its as part of the business’s $600,000 cost has plans to drain stormwater into a on the cost benefit analysis results of its tion by saying that the district counse- In getting a student ready for college, accomplishments for 2013. to move from Millburn to Union. The pond that would then discharge into study of the seven alternatives for flood lors are dedicated and skilled profes- she said that over 3,000 transcripts Maureen Tinen, president of salon has been in business 10 years and Nomahegan Park. It could be a Green mitigation. One of the alternatives is sionals. “They go beyond standards,” have been sent out. She said the coun- UCEDC, said UCEDC has two con- will have 17 employees. The second Acres issue, the board said. the South Mountain Reservation De- she said. “They use their time effi- selors work with teachers, students and tracts with the county - one for its business, a plumbing supply company, The UCC engineering report’s cal- tention Basin. The basin would include ciently to successfully track the progress parents in preparing college applica- procurement assistance center and a received $3.1 million in UCEDC fund- culations have determined the area will a 75-foot structure in the reservation to of all students, to encourage career tions. Ms. Mazzarese said in continu- second contract for general economic ing out of a total project cost of $7.6 discharge less water after the new turf retain water during the peak of a storm, opportunities and to expand communi- ing to be affective, the counselors work development. million to relocate from Brooklyn to field is in place. Those calculations are thereby diverting that peak, stormwater cation with colleges and universities, with nurses. The United States Department of Cranford. The company, which has based on a five-year storm. A five-year runoff flow towards towns downstream, while working with teachers, students Counselors visit the elementary Defense funds two procurement cen- been in business for a year, has 32 storm has a rainfall depth that has a CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 and the health care community.” She schools twice a week and provide the ters in New Jersey, one for Union employees and plans to hire another 18 also said, “Counselors are different from staff with information. In the middle County and one for the other 20 coun- workers. teachers. We support them, principals schools, she said Edison Intermediate ties in the state. Union County provides In addition, a start-up childcare fa- and the students.” School has a lending library for parents 16 percent of the funding for the cility based in New Providence re- She said the counselors in the el- to help them understand their children. county’s program. Ms. Tinen said in ceived $540,000 out of total of project ementary schools serve on committees “In the high school we have students 2013 the UCEDC assisted Union cost of $1.2 million for the purchase of and are responsible for scheduling. She CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 County clients to secure over $200 a building. Ms. Tinen the project will million in defense contracts. She said result in 10 new jobs. She said the the federal government estimates that UCEDC borrows money from banks money resulted in over 4,500 jobs be- and the federal government for the ing created or retained in the county. financing. In responding to a question Under economic development, Ms. from Freeholder Bette Jane Kowalski, Tinen said UCEDC had its best lending she said the term for $50,000 loans is year in the history of the organization six years. The UCEDC offers loans up with 28 loans, 26 of which were for to $5 million with maximum repay- Union County businesses impacted by ment of loans of 20 years. Superstorm Sandy. She said the loans In other business, the freeholders totaled $750,000 for a total project cost heard proposed resolutions for its regu- of $1.1 million. The money helped lar meeting tonight. Among them was create or retain 185 jobs, she said. The a resolution to award a professional loans were given in 14 of the county’s engineering service contract of 21 towns. $439,823 to Neglia Engineering Asso- “That [Sandy loans] stands in stark ciates of Lyndhurst to provide engi- Photo courtesy of Glenn Mortimer contrast to what we’ve seen from the neering design, construction adminis- PLAY BALL...The Mountainside Youth Baseball and Softball Association kicked state where money just hasn’t flowed tration and inspection services for the off the spring season on Saturday with a parade. into the community. And I know right county’s Oak Ridge Park Improvement after the storm, you [Ms. Tinen] and Project in Clark. PAGE INDEX your team were very aggressive in get- William Reyes, deputy county man- Regional ...... 2-3, 11 Education ...... 9-10 ting those small business loans out ager and director of the economic de- Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 13-22 NEW LOOK...Westfield parking stations have been replaced with new solar- there and we appreciate it and we know velopment department, said the hiring Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 13-22 powered versions throughout the downtown. The new stations have numerous the businesses in Union County appre- of Neglia follows the hiring of a project Community ... 6-8, 10 Classifieds ..... 22 functions that were unavailable on the old ones including paying for all day spots, ciate it,” Freeholder Chairman Chris manager for the project. Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 13-24 recharging Smart Cards and accepting credit cards. Hudak said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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APPLIANCE 70 Years in Westfield Elm Kitchen and Laundry Appliances, TV’s, Grills and A/C’s 908-233-0400 220 ELMER STREET Westfield, NJ 07090 Garwood Council Discusses Colby Lane Residents Speak Sewage Net Replacement Out Against UCC Turf Field By BRIAN TRUSDELL The council is an environmental Specially Written for The Westfield Leader By CHRISTINA M. HINKE “It is hypocritical at the same time group that targets the 1,342-square- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader we are going forward to looking to GARWOOD – Borough Council mile Highlands region in northwest- CRANFORD—Residents of Colby spend hundreds of millions of dollars at Streets, Roads and Ecology Commit- ern New Jersey that stretches diago- Lane spoke out against Union County the federal level on flood control to tee Chairman Bill Nierstedt warned nally from Phillipsburg to Ringwood College (UCC) clear-cutting some 700 lower the river just three feet, they are the Borough Council Tuesday night through the counties of Bergen, trees on 4.3 acres of a wooded area going to do something that at least in that the borough may need to replace Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, situated across the street from their my opinion will damage that effort,” its more than 20-year-old sewage net Somerset, Sussex and Warren. Mr. homes to make way for a turf, lacrosse Mayor Kalnins said and soccer field, a six-lane running Ms. Van Ostenbridge told The along North Avenue. Stafford says the area provides 25 to track and a jumping pit, Monday and Westfield Leader that her neighbor now The warning came after the De- 50 percent of the drinking water for Tuesday during the township commit- experiences flooding in her basement partment of Public Works required Garwood. tee meetings. every time it rains after UCC put in the assistance from Cranford and He claimed the area was “under The North Avenue Rail Station Pe- parking lot and never planted trees as a Westfield to unclog recent blockages. threat by people who want to make destrian Improvement project is at a buffer, as it agreed to. Mr. Nierstedt did not have a cost development within the Highlands standstill after receiving bids higher UCC’s soccer and lacrosse teams estimate for the new net, since he had easier and more general.” The act, than budgeted. The township had re- were formed about two years ago, and Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader ceived a $500,000 grant from the state play in three state teams, Ms. Van only learned of the issue earlier in the signed into law by then Governor Jim SHREDDED...The Union County mobile shredder was at the Union County day. However, given the age of the McGreevey, limits development in Department of Transportation (DOT) Ostenbridge told the Leader. Vocational-Technical Schools in Scotch Plains on Saturday giving Union County in 2011 for this project and had bud- “Dr. McMenamin is determined to existing net and that it was incapable the rural expanse that encompasses residents an opportuinity to destroy personal documents free of charge. Shred- geted $860,000 of its own money for get this done. She sees it as her legacy,” of preventing the blockages, he said a more than one-tenth of the state. ding documents is recommended in order to deter identity theft. the project. The lowest bidder came in said Mrs. Krause. new one may be necessary. Mr. Stafford, who sought similar at $1.172 million. “This is a flooding issue. This is a Two clogs occurred on the western support from Cranford’s Township Now that budgeted amount is likely public safety issue for the township of edge of Garwood in the vicinity of Committee last year, supplied a draft to be increased to $935,000, according Cranford,” said Mr. Hannen. the ShopRite food market and The resolution for the Garwood council Cranford Planning Board to township engineer estimates, Town- A request for a community garden ship Administrator Terence Wall said. was made by resident Jim Buettner. Westwood catering hall. Mr. Nierstedt to consider. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 said linen was discovered as the cause The council also will apparently “I did ask him to look at areas that that The township suggested looking into of the clogs, leading those who fixed consider a resolution at its Tuesday, creating a lower water elevation down- cation that is needed and it is not really number could be reduced to get to that the conservation center, Roosevelt Park funded amount. So far there is approxi- or the Walnut Avenue School. the problem to suspect The Westwood April 22 meeting to approve a “change stream during a storm, Mayor Andis expensive.” mately $59,000 identified to be handled The gazebo on North Union and as the source. order” for the $3.2-million Athletic Kalnins told The Westfield Leader. The City of Orange owns the reser- in house,” Mr. Wall said. Springfield Avenues is not ADA com- The streets committee also was Field Complex that would increase “Most of the opposition is in voir, but must attain approval from On Tuesday, the township was able pliant, Commissioner Robert D’Ambola continuing its research into the cost the cost by about $6,000. The new Maplewood,” said Planning Board Essex County. to receive a six-month extension on the said, and the township is required to of privatizing garbage collection and costs are for additional flood vents member Dan Aschenbach, regarding The planning board also approved grant, which would have expired this add a ramp. He said there is no easy possible alternatives to the recycling and vent relocations, additional fram- the South Mountain Reservation sce- the minutes with some changes to the month, from the DOT and had passed a solution. He received a quote for a new contract with Waste Management to ing, and changes to a ramp and crawl nario. Because the detention basin application approved March 19 to sub- resolution to reject all bids and go out gazebo and asked the township admin- determine if the borough could save space hatch door. would be in a wooded area, some resi- divide a residential property on Indian to bid again. istrator to review it. money. The money, still within the contin- dents and the township committee are Spring Road owned by Larry Kain. Much of the township meetings were The committee also approved on sec- devoted to comments made by resi- ond reading, 4-1, to award a $462,892 After a more than 40-minute ex- gency fund, would be paid to the opposed to it, Mayor Andis Kalnins Mr. Kain sought to subdivide the lot dents opposing the UCC athletic field contract to Integrated Technical Sys- ecutive session that focused on pos- project’s builder, Flanagan’s Con- said. for financial reasons, according to the complex. UCC has plans drawn up, tems for the purchase of 44 multi-space sible litigation over the Athletic Field tracting Group of Hillsborough, N.J. The South Mountain regional de- board minutes from the meeting. available to view at cranford.com/town- pay stations to replace existing pay Complex, among other issues, the The resolution was included on the tention basin and a modification of the By subdividing, he would be able to ship, for a turf field and track, with a stations and to also complete the park- council waded through a relatively printed agenda available and distrib- Orange Reservoir controls have posi- sell the sub-divided lot and pay down five-year plan to add a parking garage ing meter system in the township. Mr. quiet agenda. uted at the council meeting. How- tive benefit cost ratios to move to the his mortgage to retain his home, his at its Cranford campus. Stadium seat- Hannen opposed the resolution, saying During the workshop session, the ever, when Willow Avenue resident next step, Mr. Aschenbach said. One attorney Gary Goodman said, according and lighting is proposed for the site. he was not in agreement of adding more council heard from George Stafford, Bruce Paterson questioned the item flood mitigation alternative must be ing to the minutes. The township has made a resolution pay stations in the town. outreach director for the New Jersey during the public comment section, selected, and then it goes up against Currently, he has listed both his opposing the field. The Downtown Management Cor- The Union County Freeholders have poration budget for 2014 totaling Highlands Coalition. Mr. Stafford Borough Clerk Christina Ariemma other national disaster funding. Sixty- house and the subdivided lot for sale, since de-funded the project and now $178,734, up from $169,209 last year, asked the council for a resolution in said it was inadvertently included five percent of the funding is federal at an asking price of $759,000 and UCC is sending out promotion materi- was approved. A public hearing will be support of the state’s 2004 Highlands and incorrectly included on the and 35 percent would be funded lo- $450,000, respectively, according to als asking for contributions to build the held Tuesday, May 6, at 8 p.m. Water Protection and Planning Act agenda. cally, with the state picking up 75 Zillow.com. field. master plan, which he said was up for She said it would be presented at percent of the 35 percent. During the application hearing, “There are 750 signatures against review by the 15-member Highlands the April 22 meeting, when the mu- “Cranford is better off supporting Township Zoning Officer Robert this project… How do we get you guys Water Protection and Planning Coun- nicipal budget will receive its public the Orange Reservoir,” said Mr. Hudak said Mr. Kain’s taxes were in to help us motivate the community?” asked Colby Lane resident Felicia Van Freeholders cil. hearing. Aschenbach, “because it is a modifi- arrears. The board had voted to waive CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the requirement that taxes be current Ostenbridge, who said there is a link to the petition at ucnu.org. before hearing the application. The township said it is looking into a “They [Neglia] will look at the Mr. Kain sought two variances: ex- statement made by former president of cost for the utility lines. They will isting principal structure with less than UCC, Thomas Brown, who had prom- look at the cost for the grading. the minimum allowable side yard set- ised in 1994 when UCC cut back woods They will look at...all of the costs “One of the ﬁnest back and a proposed new lot with less for a parking lot that UCC would not that will entail in the actual con- Tillinghast courses than the minimum required lot width, expand into the wooded area any fur- struction of the project,” Mr. Reyes according to the planning board agenda. ther, according to Ms. Van Ostenbridge. said. “They will come back to us in America.” The subdivided lot would be 52.16 feet The township also is looking into an with detail pricing and detailed con- wide, where a 60-foot minimum is agreement made between the township struction schedules that can occur – Colin Montgomerie and UCC in 1983 to collect 85 cents per Shackamaxon Member, required. full-time student enrolled for police, if the board chooses to go forward The planning board unanimously with the project.” PGA Tour Ambassador fire and EMS services provided to the approved the subdivision with a list of college by the township that was to be The county received a $900,000 conditions, including that the new home enacted in 1985; however, UCC has not matching grant in 2012 to rehabili- not exceed 2,900 square feet, the home paid on this agreement, Mayor Andis tate the former golf course. Ac- be facing Indian Spring Road, the drive- Kalnins said. Commissioner Tom cording to the New Jersey Depart- way be on the left side of the home and Hannen, Jr. said the back payment could ment of Environmental Protection a fence, structures, or plantings be within be around $166,000, or more. (NJDEP) website, the county’s seven feet of the two property lines that Mr. Hannen requested an OPRA re- plans include substantially improv- Enjoy our magnificent course designed quest be sent to UCC requesting full- meet the front yard on Morningside time student enrollment numbers going ing the park for both active and by legendary architect A.W. Tillinghast. Drive. back to 1985. passive recreational activities at a Great Golf cost of approximately $25 million. Mayor Kalnins said he has also set up a meeting in a few weeks with presi- “The proposed development will dent of UCC, Margaret McMenamin. occur within the maintained lawn WF BOE Resident Barbara Krause also re- areas of the golf course to avoid CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 quested the township look into a pos- clearing of the undisturbed con- write resumes and help them decide sible deed restriction when UCC pur- tiguous forested land. Specifically, chased the wooded area from Fairview development features include con- what they want to do and where they Cemetery. want to go to college,” she said. “Well, this field is just in Cranford. struction of an ice hockey/skate She said there is a cultural divide They have campuses in four different arena with removable side panels, the position of telling parents ev- communities…They don’t want to use four miles of asphalt path/walk- erything. “I think we should,” she existing fields...They don’t want to use way, a perimeter road with parking said. “The longer you allow a stu- Warinanco Park because it floods…so lots, detention basins, a pedestrian dent to express their thoughts, the they are going to create a flood?” Ms. and vehicular bridge, tree plantings/ better they will grow,” she said. Van Ostenbridge said. landscaping, picnic areas, disc golf She said there is a concussion She said if this project were to be area, and a central ‘great lawn,’” built that 7 million more gallons of according to the DEP. support group at all levels for stu- water will be going into Nomahegan dents who have experienced an in- Lake. jury. “We help them to create a new Ms. Van Ostenbridge also said that Savor casual and fine culinary delights prepared normal,” she said. Several board flags have recently been placed on trees, and served in a contemporary ambience. members thanked her for the up- mostly likely to demark it as one to cut WF Plan. Bd. Great Food date and praised her efforts for the down. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 students. Kenilworth had offered up its ishes, as the property is directly Ms. Alderman explained the re- Brearley field to the college, but UCC across from Wilson Elementary vised language arts curriculum. has not responded, Ms. Van School. Ostenbridge said. “Language arts is now taught with a The area proposed for the turf field Board member Frank Smith said balance of skills and disciplines,” would also affect Gallows Hill Road while he was not initially in favor of she said. “At the sixth-grade level, residents in Westfield. Mrs. Krause said the application, he agreed that a large we are teaching authentic literature that area already has traffic issues, and house on an oversized lot would not with a more complex approach,” she the athletic complex would create more be keeping with the neighborhood added. “We teach the student to look traffic and noise in the area. and he “appreciate(s) [Mr. Tiger’s] at the author’s perspective and about The Westfield Town Council is to spirit of cooperation.” what was happening at the time the vote on a resolution on Tuesday, April At board member Robert Newell’s story was written,” she said. 22, to oppose the athletic field, accord- suggestion, the applicant also agreed ing to the Colby Lane residents. Ms. Alderman said that many of Governor Chris Christie said recently to re-design the driveways to be the Common Core standards had that the state is anticipating over $1 single-car width at the street and fan already been adopted by district billion more in federal funds for flood out to be a two-car width for garage language arts teachers. She also mitigation, Pittsfield Street resident access. This redesign will allow for noted that “It is quite wonderful to Frank Krause said. He asked the com- more cars to park along the street for The area’s most unique and state-of-the-art swim use our resources online here.” mittee again to invite Governor Christie Wilson Elementary School. complex is opening soon. Board member Lucy Biegler to hold a town hall meeting. Several residents came to the meet- Great Fun asked about the curriculum in the “We could gather a lot of enthusiasm ing to ask questions and speak about lower grades. Ms. Alderman re- from the community…,” Mr. Krause the project. sponded, “We’re following a work- said. Resident Eric Bernstein of At any moment. A great moment. “We have extended the offer,” Mayor shop model, and the teachers have Kalnins responded. Kimball Avenue asked several ques- Since 1916, Shackamaxon Country Club members have gained new knowledge. They’ve also The Mayors Council Rahway River tions, but said, “I would rather have experienced a lifetime of treasured moments. taken what we have done before and Watershed Flood Control, made up of two lots there.” raised the bar.” 12 mayors from communities along the Linden Avenue resident Meredith We invite you to experience yours. For details about our The next board will be on Tuesday, Rahway River, is working to mitigate Stick said she believed the new drive- 30-Day Trial Membership, please contact Director of April 22, at 7:30 p.m., which will be a flooding and has drafted a watershed ways would “help the [parking] situ- Membership David Miniman at 908.233.1300, ext. 1230 short business meeting followed by a mitigation plan. Barbara Krause said, ation” as it will create breaks be- workshop meeting. On Tuesday, April “If you look at this and you read it and tween the parked cars and improve or [email protected]. 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USPS 485200 Thursday, April 10, 2014 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 55th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 15-2014 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SP-F BOE Holds First Strategic Plan Meeting; Next Session April 29 By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL done five years ago. For this “State to further their education. She noted Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times of the School and Community” ad- that technology had been updated SCOTCH PLAINS - In the first dress, Ms. Thorton called on Su- within the classroom structure, also of a series of meetings aimed at perintendent of Schools Margaret noting such changes as the new updating the strategic plan for the Hayes. middle school technology-based district, members of the Scotch Superintendent Hayes summa- writing program. Plains-Fanwood Board of Educa- rized the district’s last strategic plan Other strategic goals were noted tion met with many teachers, fac- initiative and outlined ways that the as being met by implementing man- ulty, parents and community mem- district had met its goals. She noted darin into their world language pro- bers last Wednesday evening. This that within the last five years, the gram and bringing more classroom new strategic planning title was re- district had met its technology goals educational partnerships between vealed as 3D District Planning “De- by implementing a high speed fiber district students and students in termination, Dream and Destiny by optic network, the Honeywell emer- other countries. Design.” gency system, a computerized caf- It was also reported that students The meeting, organized by Gwen eteria system, PowerSchool, where have been engaging in service learn- Thorton from the New Jersey parents can check on their child’s ing projects with many different School Boards Association, took progress in the classroom on the organizations including Ronald some time to review what had been Internet and a computerized guid- McDonald House, the American the focus of the last strategic update ance program for students looking Cancer Society and organizations to help the homeless. Facility upgrades were also highlighted including new heating ven- tilation and air conditioning units (HVAC) at Scotch Plains-Fanwood David B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times High School and the addition of RECORDING THE FASTEST TIME...Raider Tori Baliatico had the meet’s best time of 1:07.07 in the shuttle hurdles at modular classrooms and bathroom the Summit Relays on April 5. See story page 13. improvements in district schools. Curriculum improvements were also noted including upgraded class courses in financial literacy, busi- Objector Sues Planning Board ness management, economics and statistics, advanced placement cal- culus and web development. Over Stop & Shop Hearings After this overview, participants were asked to break into groups By LAUREN S. BARR Mr. Hughes’ objection is being following the board’s and discuss strengths and challenges Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times funded by Village Supermarkets memorialization of the application, for the district. Some challenges WESTFIELD – After a dozen (see www.goleader.com/13nov21/ an additional meeting was held and were noted as class size, increased hearings last year, the planning 08.pdf.) Mr. Hughes failed to ap- amendments were made to the ap- state mandates and full-day kinder- board approved Stop & Shop’s appear to testify, and he was deemed plication on February 11, 2014. Mr. garten. Others were traffic patterns, plication to expand their Elm Street to have standing in the matter de- Gasiorowski alleges in his suit that store. Now objector James Hughes spite the distance between his resi- the meeting was held without no- Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times middle school sports and global SHREDDED...Union County sponsored a paper shredding event on Saturday competitiveness. of Massachusetts Street has filed a dence and the store. tice to him or the public. morning at the Union County Vocational-Technical Schools in Scotch Plains. Some strengths were noted as the lawsuit against the planning board, At issue in the new lawsuit, attor- “The applicant without notice to Shredding documents is recommended to deter identity theft. district having skilled staff, a sup- alleging that they acted improperly ney Ronald Gasiorowski alleges that CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 portive community, a great reputa- in the approval process. tion, active parents and responsive- As previously reported, the com- Garwood Council Discusses ness to student needs. pany plans to demolish two office CF Bd. to Hold Informal At the end of the session, Ms. buildings at 203 and 195 Elm Street Thorton noted that each strategic to enlarge the parking area and in- Sewage Net Replacement planning session would last on and crease the store’s square footage Meeting With UCC By BRIAN TRUSDELL pect The Westwood as the source. a half hours and that the next ses- from 35,426 square feet to 53,555 By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The streets committee also was sion was scheduled for Tuesday, square feet. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times The UCC engineering report’s GARWOOD – Borough Council continuing its research into the cost CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 In November, it was revealed that CRANFORD — The planning calculations have determined the Streets, Roads and Ecology Com- of privatizing garbage collection board will hold an informal meet- area will discharge less water after mittee Chairman Bill Nierstedt and possible alternatives to the re- ing with Union County College the new turf field is in place. Those warned the Borough Council Tues- cycling contract with Waste Man- UCEDC Helped Businesses (UCC) on Wednesday, April 16 to calculations are based on a five- day night that the borough may agement to determine if the bor- discuss the plans for a sports field year storm. A five-year storm has a need to replace its more than 20- ough could save money. on the campus. UCC does not need rainfall depth that has a probability year-old sewage net along North After a more than 40-minute ex- With Sandy Aid, Relocating permission from the township and of occurring once in five years or Avenue. ecutive session that focused on pos- the meeting is a courtesy to the 20 percent chance in a given year. By PAUL J. PEYTON you [Ms. Tinen] and your team were “How often do we get hit with The warning came after the De- sible litigation over the Athletic Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times very aggressive in getting those township. partment of Public Works required Field Complex, among other issues, During the board’s workshop 100-year storms? A five-year storm COUNTY — The Union County small business loans out there and is nothing. They are manipulating assistance from Cranford and the council waded through a rela- Freeholders received a report from we appreciate it and we know the meeting last Wednesday, the board Westfield to unclog recent block- tively quiet agenda. said UCC has plans to drain the numbers,” Planning Board mem- the Union County Economic De- businesses in Union County appre- ber Kevin Illing said. ages. During the workshop session, the velopment Corp. (UCEDC) last ciate it,” Freeholder Chairman Chris stormwater into a pond that would Mr. Nierstedt did not have a cost council heard from George Stafford, then discharge into Nomahegan In other business, the Army Corps Thursday on its accomplishments Hudak said. of Engineers held its presentation estimate for the new net, since he outreach director for the New Jer- for 2013. She said a number of businesses Park. It could be a Green Acres had only learned of the issue earlier sey Highlands Coalition. Mr. Maureen Tinen, president of are being financed by the UCEDC issue, the board said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 in the day. However, given the age Stafford asked the council for a UCEDC, said UCEDC has two con- in relocating to Union County. One of the existing net and that it was resolution in support of the state’s tracts with the county - one for its of the businesses, Daisy Salon & incapable of preventing the block- 2004 Highlands Water Protection procurement assistance center and Spa, received $240,000 in UCEDC ages, he said a new one may be and Planning Act master plan, which a second contract for general eco- financing as part of the business’s necessary. he said was up for review by the 15- nomic development. $600,000 cost to move from Two clogs occurred on the west- member Highlands Water Protec- The United States Department of Millburn to Union. The salon has ern edge of Garwood in the vicinity tion and Planning Council. Defense funds two procurement been in business 10 years and will of the ShopRite food market and The council is an environmental centers in New Jersey, one for Union have 17 employees. The second The Westwood catering hall. Mr. group that targets the 1,342-square- County and one for the other 20 business, a plumbing supply com- Nierstedt said linen was discovered mile Highlands region in northwest- counties in the state. Union County pany, received $3.1 million in as the cause of the clogs, leading ern New Jersey that stretches di- provides 16 percent of the funding UCEDC funding out of a total those who fixed the problem to sus- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 for the county’s program. Ms. Tinen project cost of $7.6 million to relo- said in 2013 the UCEDC assisted cate from Brooklyn to Cranford. Union County clients to secure over The company, which has been in $200 million in defense contracts. business for a year, has 32 employ- She said the federal government ees and plans to hire another 18 estimates that money resulted in workers. over 4,500 jobs being created or In addition, a start-up childcare retained in the county. facility based in New Providence Under economic development, received $540,000 out of total of Ms. Tinen said UCEDC had its best project cost of $1.2 million for the lending year in the history of the purchase of a building. Ms. Tinen organization with 28 loans, 26 of the project will result in 10 new which were for Union County busi- jobs. She said the UCEDC borrows Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times nesses impacted by Superstorm money from banks and the federal OPENING DAY...The Westfield Baseball League and the Girls Softball League Sandy. She said the loans totaled government for the financing. In held its annual Opening Day Parade on Saturday morning, which began at $750,000 for a total project cost of responding to a question from Free- Mindowaskin Park. Hundreds of particapants and their families walked to Gumbert Field for opening ceremonies. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth $1.1 million. The money helped holder Bette Jane Kowalski, she said Baseball Association opening day is this Saturday, April 12, at Booth Field. create or retain 185 jobs, she said. the term for $50,000 loans is six The loans were given in 14 of the years. The UCEDC offers loans up PAGE INDEX county’s 21 towns. to $5 million with maximum repay- “That [Sandy loans] stands in ment of loans of 20 years. Regional ...... 2-3, 11 Education ...... 9-10 stark contrast to what we’ve seen In other business, the freeholders Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 13-22 Benjamin B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times from the state where money just heard proposed resolutions for its Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 13-22 NEW STATIONS...New solar-powered parking stations were installed in down- hasn’t flowed into the community. regular meeting tonight. Among Community ... 6-8, 10 Classifieds ..... 22 town Westfield recently. The new stations accept credit cards and also allow Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 13-24 patrons to pay for all day parking in specific spots. And I know right after the storm, CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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APPLIANCE 70 Years in Westfield Elm Kitchen and Laundry Appliances, TV’s, Grills and A/C’s 908-233-0400 220 ELMER STREET Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford Planning Board Residents Speak Out Against CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 March 31 to the mayors and engi- divide the lot for financial reasons, UCC Turf Field neers of communities from Rahway according to the board minutes from By CHRISTINA M. HINKE nor Christie to hold a town hall meet- to Millburn on the cost benefit the meeting. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ing. analysis results of its study of the By subdividing, he would be able CRANFORD—Residents of Colby “We could gather a lot of enthusi- seven alternatives for flood mitiga- to sell the sub-divided lot and pay Lane spoke out against Union County asm from the community…,” Mr. tion. One of the alternatives is the down his mortgage to retain his College (UCC) clear-cutting some 700 Krause said. South Mountain Reservation De- home, his attorney Gary Goodman trees on 4.3 acres of a wooded area “We have extended the offer,” Mayor tention Basin. The basin would in- said, according to the minutes. situated across the street from their Kalnins responded. clude a 75-foot structure in the res- Currently, he has listed both his homes to make way for a turf, lacrosse The Mayors Council Rahway River ervation to retain water during the house and the subdivided lot for and soccer field, a six-lane running Watershed Flood Control, made up of peak of a storm, thereby diverting sale, at an asking price of $759,000 track and a jumping pit, Monday and 12 mayors from communities along that peak, stormwater runoff flow and $450,000, respectively, accord- Tuesday during the township com- the Rahway River, is working to miti- towards towns downstream, creating to Zillow.com. mittee meetings. gate flooding and has drafted a water- ing a lower water elevation down- During the application hearing, The North Avenue Rail Station Pe- shed mitigation plan. Barbara Krause stream during a storm, Mayor Andis Township Zoning Officer Robert destrian Improvement project is at a said, “If you look at this and you read Kalnins told The Scotch Plains- Hudak said Mr. Kain’s taxes were in standstill after receiving bids higher it and look at how hard they are work- Fanwood Times. arrears. The board had voted to waive than budgeted. The township had re- ing to mitigate flooding, and you look “Most of the opposition is in the requirement that taxes be current ceived a $500,000 grant from the state at what the college is doing, and it is in Maplewood,” said Planning Board before hearing the application. Department of Transportation (DOT) such direct contradiction. It makes no member Dan Aschenbach, regard- Mr. Kain sought two variances: in 2011 for this project and had bud- sense.” ing the South Mountain Reserva- existing principal structure with less geted $860,000 of its own money for “You are absolutely right,” said tion scenario. Because the deten- than the minimum allowable side the project. The lowest bidder came in Mayor Kalnins. tion basin would be in a wooded yard setback and a proposed new at $1.172 million. “It is hypocritical at the same time area, some residents and the town- lot with less than the minimum re- MENTAL HEALTH CARE...Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) hailed a new law on Now that budgeted amount is likely we are going forward to looking to ship committee are opposed to it, quired lot width, according to the Monday in Washington, D.C. that includes provisions of his Excellence in Mental to be increased to $935,000, accord- spend hundreds of millions of dollars Mayor Andis Kalnins said. planning board agenda. The subdi- Health Care Act. Rep. Lance said improving the nation’s mental health care ing to township engineer estimates, at the federal level on flood control to The South Mountain regional de- vided lot would be 52.16 feet wide, system is more important than ever following the shooting at Ft. Hood in Texas. Township Administrator Terence Wall lower the river just three feet, they are tention basin and a modification of where a 60-foot minimum is re- said. “I did ask him to look at areas that going to do something that at least in the Orange Reservoir controls have quired. that number could be reduced to get to my opinion will damage that effort,” positive benefit cost ratios to move The planning board unanimously that funded amount. So far there is Mayor Kalnins said to the next step, Mr. Aschenbach approved the subdivision with a list Garwood Council approximately $59,000 identified to Ms. Van Ostenbridge told The said. One flood mitigation alterna- of conditions, including that the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 be handled in house,” Mr. Wall said. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that tive must be selected, and then it new home not exceed 2,900 square agonally from Phillipsburg to The council also will apparently On Tuesday, the township was able her neighbor now experiences flood- goes up against other national di- feet, the home be facing Indian Ringwood through the counties of consider a resolution at its Tuesday, to receive a six-month extension on ing in her basement every time it rains saster funding. Sixty-five percent Spring Road, the driveway be on Bergen, Hunterdon, Morris, April 22 meeting to approve a the grant, which would have expired after UCC put in the parking lot and of the funding is federal and 35 the left side of the home and a Passaic, Somerset, Sussex and War- “change order” for the $3.2-mil- this month, from the DOT and had never planted trees as a buffer, as it percent would be funded locally, fence, structures, or plantings be ren. Mr. Stafford says the area pro- lion Athletic Field Complex that passed a resolution to reject all bids agreed to do. with the state picking up 75 percent within seven feet of the two prop- vides 25 to 50 percent of the drink- would increase the cost by about and go out to bid again. UCC’s soccer and lacrosse teams of the 35 percent. erty lines that meet the front yard ing water for Garwood. $6,000. The new costs are for addi- Much of the township meetings were were formed about two years ago, and “Cranford is better off support- on Morningside Drive. He claimed the area was “under tional flood vents and vent reloca- devoted to comments made by resi- play in three state teams, Ms. Van ing the Orange Reservoir,” said Mr. threat by people who want to make tions, additional framing, and dents opposing the UCC athletic field Ostenbridge told the Times. Aschenbach, “because it is a modi- Reading is good for you! development within the Highlands changes to a ramp and crawl space complex. UCC has plans drawn up, “Dr. McMenamin is determined to fication that is needed and it is not easier and more general.” The act, hatch door. available to view at cranford.com/ get this done. She sees it as her legacy,” really expensive.” signed into law by then Governor The money, still within the con- township, for a turf field and track, said Mrs. Krause. The City of Orange owns the res- Jim McGreevey, limits development tingency fund, would be paid to the with a five-year plan to add a parking “This is a flooding issue. This is a ervoir, but must attain approval from in the rural expanse that encom- project’s builder, Flanagan’s Con- garage at its Cranford campus. Sta- public safety issue for the township of Essex County. passes more than one-tenth of the tracting Group of Hillsborough, N.J. dium seating and lighting is proposed Cranford,” said Mr. Hannen. The planning board also approved state. The resolution was included on for the site. A request for a community garden the minutes with some changes to Mr. Stafford, who sought similar the printed agenda available and The township has made a resolution was made by resident Jim Buettner. the application approved March 19 support from Cranford’s Township distributed at the council meeting. opposing the field. The township suggested looking into to subdivide a residential property Committee last year, supplied a draft However, when Willow Avenue resi- The Union County Freeholders have the conservation center, Roosevelt on Indian Spring Road owned by resolution for the Garwood council dent Bruce Paterson questioned the since de-funded the project and now Park or the Walnut Avenue School. Larry Kain. Mr. Kain sought to sub- goleader.com/subscribe to consider. item during the public comment UCC is sending out promotion mate- The gazebo on North Union and section, Borough Clerk Christina rials asking for contributions to build Springfield Avenues is not ADA com- Ariemma said it was inadvertently the field. pliant, Commissioner Robert included and incorrectly included “There are 750 signatures against D’Ambola said, and the township is on the agenda. this project… How do we get you required to add a ramp. He said there She said it would be presented at guys to help us motivate the commu- is no easy solution. He received a “One of the ﬁnest the April 22 meeting, when the munity?” asked Colby Lane resident quote for a new gazebo and asked the Tillinghast courses nicipal budget will receive its pub- Felicia Van Ostenbridge, who said township administrator to review it. lic hearing. there is a link to the petition at ucnu.org. The committee also approved on in America.” The township said it is looking into second reading, 4-1, to award a – Colin Montgomerie a statement made by former president $462,892 contract to Integrated Tech- Shackamaxon Member, of UCC, Thomas Brown, who had nical Systems for the purchase of 44 PGA Tour Ambassador Stop & Shop promised in 1994 when UCC cut back multi-space pay stations to replace CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 woods for a parking lot that UCC existing pay stations and to also com- the plaintiff requested that the plan- would not expand into the wooded plete the parking meter system in the ning board make revisions and area any further, according to Ms. Van township. Mr. Hannen opposed the changes to the Resolution…without Ostenbridge. resolution, saying he was not in agree- notice to the public,” the lawsuit The township also is looking into an ment of adding more pay stations in states. The planning board did pro- agreement made between the town- the town. vide a legal notice advising the pub- ship and UCC in 1983 to collect 85 The Downtown Management Cor- Enjoy our magnificent course designed lic of the February 11 hearing and it cents per full-time student enrolled poration budget for 2014 totaling Great Golf by legendary architect A.W. Tillinghast. was published in The Scotch Plains- for police, fire and EMS services pro- $178,734, up from $169,209 last year, Fanwood Times on February 6, 2014. vided to the college by the township was approved. A public hearing will The lawsuit also alleges that board that was to be enacted in 1985; how- be held Tuesday, May 6, at 8 p.m. member John Bennett subjected him ever, UCC has not paid on this agree- and his expert witnesses to “ridi- ment, Mayor Andis Kalnins said. Com- cule and unreasonably interrupted missioner Tom Hannen, Jr. said the curtailed/or limited and hindered back payment could be around Freeholders [the] plaintiff’s participation in the $166,000, or more. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 hearing and otherwise disparaged Mr. Hannen requested an OPRA them was a resolution to award a plaintiff and/or his witnesses.” It request be sent to UCC requesting professional engineering service goes on to state that Mr. Bennett full-time student enrollment numbers contract of $439,823 to Neglia En- prejudiced the other board mem- going back to 1985. gineering Associates of Lyndhurst bers and “tainted the proceeding,” Mayor Kalnins said he has also set to provide engineering design, con- thus depriving Mr. Hughes of “due up a meeting in a few weeks with struction administration and inspec- process.” president of UCC, Margaret tion services for the county’s Oak Additionally, the lawsuit takes is- McMenamin. Ridge Park Improvement Project in sue with items granted to Stop & Resident Barbara Krause also re- Clark. Shop as part of the application, such quested the township look into a pos- William Reyes, deputy county as the number of allowable parking sible deed restriction when UCC pur- manager and director of the economic Savor casual and fine culinary delights prepared spaces and the size of the sound chased the wooded area from Fairview development department, said the and served in a contemporary ambience. barrier. Cemetery. hiring of Neglia follows the hiring of Great Food a project manager for the project. During the hearings, approxi- “Well, this field is just in Cranford. mately 30 spectators attended, 15 They have campuses in four different “They [Neglia] will look at the cost of them approached the microphone communities…They don’t want to use for the utility lines. They will look at to speak in favor of the project. existing fields...They don’t want to the cost for the grading. They will While a handful of residents wanted use Warinanco Park because it look at...all of the costs that will en- to see the building façade and light- floods…so they are going to create a tail in the actual construction of the ing be made to keep with the neigh- flood?” Ms. Van Ostenbridge said. project,” Mr. Reyes said. “They will borhood, no one objected to the She said if this project were to be come back to us with detail pricing overall project. built that 7 million more gallons of and detailed construction schedules Attempts to contact Special Board water will be going into Nomahegan that can occur if the board chooses to Attorney Robert Cockren and Mr. Lake. go forward with the project.” Gasiorowski were unsuccessful. A Ms. Van Ostenbridge also said that The county received a $900,000 spokesperson for Stop & Shop said flags have recently been placed on matching grant in 2012 to rehabili- that they do not comment on ongo- trees, mostly likely to demark it as one tate the former golf course. Ac- ing litigation. Neither the planning to cut down. cording to the New Jersey Depart- board, nor Stop & Shop have filed Kenilworth had offered up its ment of Environmental Protection an answer with the court. Brearley field to the college, but UCC (NJDEP) website, the county’s has not responded, Ms. Van plans include substantially improv- The area’s most unique and state-of-the-art swim Ostenbridge said. ing the park for both active and complex is opening soon. The area proposed for the turf field passive recreational activities at a Great Fun SP-F BOE would also affect Gallows Hill Road cost of approximately $25 million. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 residents in Westfield. Mrs. Krause “The proposed development will April 29, at 7:30 p.m. at Evergreen said that area already has traffic is- occur within the maintained lawn At any moment. A great moment. Elementary School on Evergreen sues, and the athletic complex would areas of the golf course to avoid Since 1916, Shackamaxon Country Club members have Avenue. create more traffic and noise in the clearing of the undisturbed con- experienced a lifetime of treasured moments. She announced that at this next area. tiguous forested land. Specifically, session the challenge question that The Westfield Town Council is to development features include con- We invite you to experience yours. For details about our participants would be asked to an- vote on a resolution on Tuesday, April struction of an ice hockey/skate 30-Day Trial Membership, please contact Director of swer would be as follows. “If we 22, to oppose the athletic field, ac- arena with removable side panels, Membership David Miniman at 908.233.1300, ext. 1230 were here together three years from cording to the Colby Lane residents. four miles of asphalt path/walk- now and we were looking back on way, a perimeter road with parking or [email protected]. SHACKAMAXON COUNTRY CLUB Governor Chris Christie said re- ◆ the past three years of work what cently that the state is anticipating lots, detention basins, a pedestrian 1607 Shackamaxon Drive Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 would we want to say that we are over $1 billion more in federal funds and vehicular bridge, tree plantings/ Preview offer ends May 10, 2014. 908.233.1300 ◆ Shackamaxoncc.com proud of having achieved in the for flood mitigation, Pittsfield Street landscaping, picnic areas, disc golf Scotch Plains-Fanwood district? resident Frank Krause said. He asked area, and a central ‘great lawn,’” What did we accomplish?” the committee again to invite Gover- according to the DEP.

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He said charter schools COUNTY — The Pulaski Skyway “We anticipate a ripple effect in Sayreville on April 3, Governor Chris northbound lanes on the circa 1932 Union County despite the Pulaski Christie outlined his administration’s in Newark that are open 11 months a year have shown improvement. He bridge will shut down for two years Skyway closing down north near plans to distribute the second round beginning this Saturday, April 12, as Hoboken and Jersey City,” Freeholder of federal Sandy recovery aid and said “difficult districts” such as New- ark, Jersey City, Camden, Trenton the third part of a 10-phase, 10-year, Granados said. tackled a variety of issues while tak- $1-billion rehabilitation of the span. The DOT anticipates that the con- ing questions from residents and stu- and Paterson would be targeted. A Manasquan resident began to According to Governor Chris struction will cost drivers more to dents. Christie, the Port Authority of New commute since they will have to use Gov. Christie did not encounter express his frustration with the De- partment of Environmental Protec- York and New Jersey is footing the the New Jersey Turnpike extension. any protesters during the 90-minute bill for the $450-million bridge deck The DOT opened a third lane on the meeting, held in the Saint Stanislaus tion (DEP) and a retaining wall he built in his backyard. The Governor replacement portion of the project as Turnpike to handle the increase of Kostka School gymnasium, as he has well as the remaining half-billion- cars. at previous town-hall-style events. referred the resident to DEP Com- missioner Bob Martin, who was at dollar cost for the project. Repairs to Union County residents can ride There was also no mention of the the roadway caused some contro- Bus 95 from the Route 22, East park- George Washington Bridge lane clos- the meeting along with other members of Gov. Christie’s cabinet. versy, but due to its proximity to the ing lot at Sears in Watchung. The ings scandal. Lincoln Tunnel as an access road, the express bus will provide transporta- The Governor said the state antici- One question touched upon em- ployment in the state. A resident asked bi-state agency defended its position. tion to Newark Penn Station and com- pates receiving $1.5 billion of Com- Port Authority projects outside of muters can use PATH trains. PATH munity Development Block Grant – the Governor why jobs are leaving Lance Tupper for The Westfield Leader and The Times New Jersey and companies are mov- its network are only to be fundedwith trains will also increase efficiency by Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) GOVERNOR CHRISTIE DISCUSSES SANDY AID...Governor Chris Christie, approval from both New Jersey and closing doors at a four-minute inter- funds by the end of the spring. The at a town hall meeting in Sayreville on April 3, listens to Theresa Iacouzzi-Mills, ing to Texas and Florida. Gov. Christie replied that taxes are New York. val rather than a five-minute interval. federal Department of Housing and a Sayreville resident who lost her home during Super Storm Sandy. She thanked “The northbound lanes will close State officials have also prepared ex- Urban Development (HUD), which the Governor and his staff for the help she and her family received while the culprit. He said the state’s higher recovering from the storm. tax structure causes New Jersey to be starting Saturday, April 12, and re- tra seats on buses and trains heading administers the aid, mandates that 80 pairs will take approximately two to New York. percent of the funds be spent in the ing clean water,” when the power ington State and Colorado. non competitive. He said that despite goes out. “We’re not going to turn our state a $2.3 billion reduction in business years to complete,” said Stephen NJ Transit will add additional trains nine most-impacted counties, which Schapiro, public information officer on the Raritan Valley, and North Jer- include Union, Atlantic, Bergen, Cape “We’re trying to make the state into a place where people can fly into taxes, New Jersey still ranks 49 out of stronger for the next storm, which I to get high,” Gov. Christie said. 50 states, just ahead of New York, as for New Jersey Department of Trans- sey Coast, Morris and Essex lines May, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, portation (DOT), during a meeting at during morning peak periods. Monmouth and Ocean counties. hope doesn’t come,” Gov. Christie Another resident said she believes being tax-friendly to businesses. said. the use of heroin has become an epi- Gov. Christie said more needs to be Kean University’s STEM building The DOT’s goal is to implement a Gov. Christie said since the first last Wednesday for the public. range of traffic mitigation by encour- round of CDBG-DR funds of $1.8 Theresa Iacouzzi-Mills of demic and that addicts need help. She done to lower the tax structure. In a Sayreville was the first person cho- said her daughter has “been caught” teasing tone, Gov. Christie blamed In 1932 the span received 5,000 aging commuters to take Routes 1&9 billion were received 10 months ago, cars and now daily it reaches 74,000 to Route 139 to the Holland Tunnel, over $1 billion of “funding is out the sen and handed a microphone to ad- using heroin and asked Gov. Christie New Jersey voters for causing politi- dress the Governor. Ms. Iacouzzi- why rehabilitation is not mandatory cal gridlock by electing “a conserva- cars. but commuters should be prepared door or in the pipeline.” “We are concerned about commut- because construction continues on He said he has proposed using $735 Mills said she “wouldn’t be standing for first-time offenders. tive Republican as governor and a here right now,” without the help she “This (drug addiction) is an illness Democratic Legislature.” ers paying the (New Jersey) Turnpike Route 139. million, about half, of the newly al- $15 fee for the next two years. We are DOT officials say that there will be lotted funds to help homeowners and received from the Governor’s staff and needs to be treated as an illness,” “You’re like the 13-year-old doing while her family recovered from the Gov. Christie said. a scientific experiment in the base- asking Union County residents to use a ferry from Atlantic Highlands to renters repair and rebuild. Gov. alternate transportation to cut down Jersey City and Hoboken. Christie said that New Jersey has storm and a personal tragedy. He added that he has signed a law ment. You mix two things that don’t “You can do no wrong in my eyes,” making rehabilitation mandatory for go together,” he said. on traffic and costs,” Freeholder “There will be 23 cameras operat- already spent $250 million to help Sergio Granados said. ing and traffic patterns will be stud- renters while New York City has only she told Gov. Christie, to rousing first-time drug offenders and that in- The Governor said the Economic applause. carceration is not the only answer to Opportunity Act, signed into law in The Pulaski southbound lanes will ied via iPhones and E-ZPass and spent $100,000. remain open during the northbound implemented on variable message “We’re doing something right,” A tense exchange developed be- the problem. September, 2013, should help im- tween Jennie Stormes, a resident of “The first war on drugs failed mis- prove the business climate in the closure. signs. The message boards called Gov. Christie said. DOT officials say that once the variable messages signs are updated He added that over 70 percent of Hope, N.J., and Gov. Christie over erably; we need to reduce the de- state. He said the Rutgers University the issue of marijuana. Ms. Stormes, mand,” Gov. Christie said. merger with the University of Medi- northbound deck is complete then every two minutes based on readings the housing money has gone to low the southbound side will close for from drivers’ iPhones and E-ZPass and moderate income (LMI) fami- whose son suffers from Dravet Syn- Reginah Mako, a sophomore at cine and Dentistry of New Jersey drome, a rare and potentially deadly Sayreville War Memorial High (UMDNJ) has resulted in a signifi- repairs. The goal during restoration readings,” said Wasif Mazira, direc- lies. HUD requires that 50 percent of is to have commuters use alternate tor of mobility and systems engineer the recovery funds benefit LMI house- epilepsy disease, said edible mari- School, asked why Gov. Christie is cant boost in federal research grant juana is the only cure for her son. She recommending extending the school money to the university. Gov. forms of traveling such as ride shar- for the DOT. holds. ing, van pooling and mass transpor- The DOT says drivers can stay “We didn’t have to do it that way repeatedly asked why Gov. Christie day and year. Christie said increased research only approved the use of the drug for Gov. Christie assured her that spending should attract companies tation, according to Mr. Schapiro. aware by visiting 511nj.org and on (providing over 70 percent); we made “There are going to be some chal- Twitter@skywayrehab to ensure that decision,” Gov. Christie said. minors. She said she is concerned Sayreville would not be on a list of and jobs to the state. about what will happen to her son lenges ahead, but commuters should the best possible route during He said that the state still faces a be prepared before the closure to morning peak hours and evening $20-billion shortfall in aid and that when he turns 18, which is four years from now. Bramnick Unveils Bill have a way of getting to work, such as rush hours. he believes it is important to “help leaving earlier or leaving the car The United Coast Guard has people who need it the most, first.” “I’m asking for my son’s life to be saved,” Ms. Stormes said, in a quiver- home,” Mr. Schapiro said. agreed to prevent openings of the Gov. Christie discussed the state’s To Protect Native Habitats The DOT is looking at three com- Hackensack and Passaic lift Blue Acres Program, which provides ing voice. Gov. Christie said he understood TRENTON — Assembly Minor- life. Mr. Bramnick is joined by As- ponents, which include travel times, bridges for non-tide dependent homeowners in flood-prone areas the traffic volume and ridership infor- vessels during peak commuter option of selling their properties as but needed to see more evidence be- ity Leader Jon Bramnick (R-21st, sembly Appropriations Chairman fore considering adjusting the state’s Westfield) said he will introduce leg- John Burzichelli (D-3rd, Gloucester) mation. The website hours during the Pulaski Skyway well as their homes to the state if pulaskiskyway.com will provide rehabilitation. certain conditions are met. He noted limited medical marijuana laws. “If islation that encourages homeowners as a sponsor of the legislation. that the state’s Department of Envi- doctors come to us (with evidence), to expand and protect the native habi- Under Mr. Bramnick’s bill, the New ronmental Protection (DEP) has of- we’ll consider it,” he said. tats of birds, plants and other wild- Jersey Department of Environmental OWEN BRAND fered to buy 196 properties in He said the “problem was edibles Protection (DEP) would adopt regu- Sayreville, and 120 residents have for minors, that’s what I fixed.” Building Trades lations that establish standards that ML# 222999 Ms. Stormes pressed Gov. Christie must be met in order for a property to accepted. Endorse Greenstein Your Hometown Gov. Christie said $500 million for a meeting to discuss the situation. be certified as a native habitat. Once MORTGAGE BANKER will be spent on infrastructure pro- Gov. Christie responded, “I’m not STATE — The Mercer-Burlington a property is certified, the owner grams, which is the next phase of the going to debate this with you,” and Building Trades Council, comprised would be entitled to an affirmative recovery process. He pointed to “en- told Ms. Stormes she can meet with of 22 local unions throughout the defense against any liability for vio- ergy resilience” to ensure that water his staff. region – counting carpenters, electri- lating a municipal ordinance. treatment and sewage treatment plants The Governor reiterated his stance cians, bricklayers, plumbers and pipe “Homeowners should be encour- remain functioning so that residents against the kind of legalization of fitters, insulators, boiler makers, mill aged to take an active role in protect- “won’t have to worry about not hav- marijuana that has occurred in Wash- wrights, operating engineers, cement ing our environment,” Mr. Bramnick masons, roofers, elevator workers, said. “A property that complies with Residential – Construction painters, iron workers, laborers, sprin- the standards established by the DEP NJ Water Begins kler fitters, teamsters, tile and marble will help plants and wildlife return to Commercial – Bridge Loans workers, and sheet metal workers – their native habitat. 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Diction Deception Members of: Editorial in the April 3rd Issue Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce After stating that the alleged per- by “inner city residents” because of with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association petrators of a carjacking in Westfield “corrupt” and “do-gooder politicians” rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey last week were from “the inner city of who simply “throw money” at people sharp enough to discern this deception of diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 Newark,” the editorial concluded that the editors call “vermin” for whom “a bigger wall” was needed between there is apparently no hope. If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 that city and Westfield. It was not The editors would presumably not vidual. If you get three – word expert. If clear whether the “wall” was to keep assign any role to such things as loss of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at you get all four – You must have a lot of people in Newark or out of Westfield. jobs, poor urban schools, lack of job free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 At its best, the editorial was ignorant; training, cuts in unemployment ben- All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. at its worst, it was overtly racist. efits, and the like. There is at least the come from the board game Diction First, we want to make clear that possibility that some or all of these Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman our issues with The Leader’s edito- factors play a role in the overall condi- Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER 1. Typhinia – A relapsing fever Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo rial and the apparent beliefs of its tion of our cities and their residents. editors do not detract from our relief And worst of all to the editors is to 2. Juste au corps – A close fitting coat COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION 3. Typhlosis – Blindness Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly that both the victim of this carjacking have the former mayor of Newark, an 4. Dedolent – Feeling no compunction EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS and the police, who heroically appre- African-American, serving as our or regret hended the perpetrators, were not United States Senator. Because of seriously injured. But that should not him, they say, the “wall” should be TREACLY SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe stop fair-minded people from being even bigger. 1. Savageness of manner; fierceness One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 2. Putrid; foul-smelling distressed at this very disturbing edi- We would suggest that the editors 3. Thick and sticky torial. see A Raisin in the Sun, currently on 4. Oozing; seeping We have read that the major reason Broadway — a play, which deals PEIGNOIR Shouldn’t Cranford Planning Bd. that carjackings are increasing is that with a poor family’s efforts to move 1. A woman’s dressing gown or negli- technology in newer motor vehicles out of their cramped, inner city apart- gee prevents hotwiring. Anyone wanting ment to a house in a white neighbor- 2. A ballet dancer to steal a newer vehicle has to take it hood. Unfortunately, we doubt they 3. A decorative wax candle Have Right to Vote on UCC Field? when it is running or when the keys would understand it. 4. A nagging, scolding woman can be taken from the driver. The HABRONEME Steve and Bettye Barcan 1. A daydream Cranford residents have been gearing up in recent field. What impact will that have on a town hit hard editors, on the other hand, think they Westfield 2. Having the form of fine threads weeks in opposition to a plan by Union County by major floods over the years? have another, simple explanation for 3. Having no common traits; unrelated these crimes which they say “don’t Editor’s Note: The editorial was College to construct a soccer/lacrosse field and six- Like government, colleges cannot be turned down solely about violent crime and the 4. Round or oval in form happen here often” as Westfield is STOT lane track at the rear of the Cranford campus on the for a project they are seeking from a town. Remem- “isolated and protected.” denial of many in our society to rec- 1. Strong; racy Westfield border off of Gallows Hill Road where the ber when the county “advised” the Westfield Plan- Carjackings, they say, are caused ognize that it exists. 2. Haughty; boastful college’s tennis courts currently are located. The ning Board about the public safety building, i.e. the 3. A blister beetle college has pulled its $2-million capital budget re- Ralph Froehlich Building? Or when 4Connections, Carjacking Editorial, Excellent; 4. A young bull quest off the table after Union County opted not to a Union County vendor, came before the town coun- See more letters on page 5 fund the project when residents came to freeholder cil in 2006 to advise the town it was installing fiber Tells It Like It Is meetings to oppose the field. But UCC will likely optic cable along North Avenue? Letters to I think your editorial was excellent Also, I believe that Newark is a conduct a fund-raising effort to come up with the Shouldn’t Union County College be required to (Carjacking, April 3)! Tells it like it sanctuary city now infested with more the Editor money. file an application with the Cranford Building De- is... whether it is Newark, Camden, gangs. Wasn’t it MS13 gang mem- If this field is built it will almost certainly impact partment like everybody else and let the planning Plainfield, or Detroit. It is the crime bers who shot those kids in the Time Banking Could the quality of life of neighboring residents in both board decide if the plans meet the legal statutes of and political corruption bankrupting schoolyard? They had rap sheets a Help Finding Homes Cranford and Westfield. This project is not just seen Cranford’s zoning and Land Use ordinances? Let the these cities and the schools. mile long and the city did nothing to Meanwhile the people in these cit- deport them. For Dogs and Cats by the college as an effort to provide a home field for board have a vote. ies keep voting in the same corrupt its men’s and women’s soccer teams, men’s lacrosse We ask the college’s Boards of Governors and Bill Sanders Many of us consider our furry sleaze balls. That is why business Bernardsville friends in our lives as part of our team and men’s and women’s track teams, but as a Trustees: Why not talk to the county and/or sur- will never invest in these areas. families. They eat with us, sleep with revenue generator for the college. rounding towns about existing fields that might be us, and watch TV with us. Sadly, In our opinion, the Cranford community should be available for use by UCC? In the end, we encourage Carjacking Editorial; Ill-Considered animals are not always found in warm given more say on this project. After all, plans call the college to listen to its neighbors. Isn’t that what Emotional Reaction and loving homes. There are approxi- for removing some 700 trees to make room for this being a good neighbor is all about? mately eight million dogs and cats I was shocked, dismayed and of- tic, narrow and divisive. that enter shelters in the United States fended to read last week’s editorial Unfortunately, the problem is much each year. Due to this seemingly in- “The Carjacking! Do We Need A larger and more complex than your surmountable number, there is often State Assembly Needs to Act on Bigger Wall?” The blatant racist tone ill-considered emotional reaction no place to put these animals and of the column is not reflective of conveys. We as a community would shelters are unable to save them all. what I consider to be Westfield val- be better served thoughtfully exam- There is a way you can help, how- Extending Cap on Arbitration ues. ining the problem and collaborating ever. A new type of time-based cur- No one argues that the carjacking to develop effective solutions that rency called “TimeBanking” is an Four years ago Governor Chris Christie and the steadily take home higher percentages of local funds.” incident was anything other than a lead to a better quality of life for all of outlet where people of the commu- Democratically-controlled State Legislature reached Assembly Minority Leader Jon Bramnick (R- despicable crime. However, to use us. I don’t presume to know what the nity can donate their hours and ser- an agreement for a 2-percent cap on tax levies. An 21st, Westfield) told The Westfield Leader and The coded adjectives to depict the crimi- answer is, but I am certain that it does vices, and in return receive talents or additional measure was a 2-percent cap on interest Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times: “It is very important nals, and to imply that the fault lies not include building a bigger wall! special services from others within arbitration on police and firefighter contracts which that we continue with a strong cap because property squarely at the foot of the City of Nancy Gannett Vickers the community. Newark, its politicians and its former Westfield Now, how does Time Banking work have reached an impasse in negotiations. That cap, taxes are the most important issue facing the tax- mayor (now U.S, Senator) is simplis- with animal rescue, you may ask. It’s however, expired on April 1 after the State Assembly payer in the state. So we are trying to work with the simple. Veterinarians have signed up failed to act on changes per a conditional veto by (Assembly) Speaker (Vincent Prieto) to get it done.” Resident Is Encouraged by Proposed to donate their serves, and commu- Governor Christie on a bill extending the cap on The Governor in his conditional veto objected to nity members can sign up to become arbitration awards through 2017. a provision in the bill (A-3067) to raise the cap from Scotch Plains Municipal Budget foster homes, pet sitting services, or other wise persons donate their time The New Jersey League of Municipalities 2 to 3 percent in cases in which it can be shown that At the last township council meet- trous consequences in 2014. Well, I to help the animals find homes. Indi- (NJLOM) has warned Trenton lawmakers of the higher health care insurance premiums or job reduc- ing [Scotch Plains], we were given a guess the recurrent message of Mayor viduals can also donate time toward a consequences for not extending the cap on arbitrations have saved taxpayers money. He also objected preview of the proposed 2014 mu- Glover and Councilwoman Gialanella rescue organization so that they may nicipal budget. The proposed budget that we can do better and will work to find foster homes and adoptive fami- tion awards. “Unless the cap is reinstated arbitrators to making contracts exempt from the cap in future calls for a tax increase of less than 1 do so has prevailed over the gloom will be able to impose awards for all future expiring arbitrations if employee unions had already negoti- lies. The aim of this is to lessen the percent. While no increase would be and doom scenarios expressed by financial constraints that potential contracts similar to those issued prior to the imple- ated one raise less than 2 percent. preferable, I’m encouraged that we Councilman Vastine and his Tea Party foster homes may have, and there- mentation of the 2 percent cap. Such excessive In our opinion, it is imperative that arbitration caps are moving in the right direction fol- followers and supporters. fore keep animals out of shelters and awards could immediately threaten funding for all are extended. Property taxes already exceed the 2- lowing last year’s 1.26 percent in- Finally, I am pleased that the Mayor in homes. crease (the lowest increase in 10 and Council have proposed restoring Hopefully, TimeBanking can make other municipal services,” said William Dressel, Jr., percent cap in many cases due to exemptions such as years), that was proposed and passed Sunday and Monday operating hours executive director of the New Jersey League of bonded debt, pensions and health care premiums. adoption a more appealing and finan- at the time by our newly elected at our public library, following Mayor cially responsible option to pet own- Municipalities in a message on the NJLOM website. We urge Speaker Prieto to work with his Demo- Mayor Kevin Glover and Deputy Glover’s identification of surpluses ership. Giving a homeless pet a sec- “And, in the not-too-distant future, such awards cratic caucus as well as Republicans to get this Mayor Colleen Gialanella over Coun- in this year’s budget that will enable ond chance at life is an experience cilman Bo Vastine’s objections. the extended library operating days everyone should appreciate! could force local budget makers to reduce public legislation approved quickly so the Governor can One might remember that Mr. to be accomplished in a fiscally re- safety staffing levels, as fewer local employees sign it into law. Vastine argued that last year’s budget sponsible manner. Elise Enners was irresponsible, that the increase Kimberly Nix Scotch Plains was too low and would lead to disas- Scotch Plains Web Shorts How Fervent Can They Be When They goleader.com/news Congressman Leonard Lance (NJ- Show No Interest in Garwood? 07) will hold his annual "Service The letter to the editor, which appeared resignations of your elected Republican Academy Information Fair" for Sev- [last week] in the local news media call- officials because they did not do their enth Congressional District high ing for a change in the GOP leadership in jobs to his personal liking. school students on Saturday, May 31, the Borough of Garwood, has prompted The committee has grown from two 10 til noon at Raritan Valley Commu- me as the chairman of the Garwood Re- persons to a full contingent of eight elected publican Committee to respond. district leaders with a group of club mem- nity College. For info, (908) 788- There is a saying that is certainly ap- bers who are respected countywide and 6900. propriate for this situation: “why fix it if have earned for the borough strong inter------it isn’t broken.” It is most distressing that personal relationships with all of the leg- Westfield Recreation Department a group of persons, most of whom have islators who represent our state and fed- annual road race: Run The Park. A never so much as attended a single meet- eral districts. It cannot be assumed that 5K Run & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. ing of the Garwood GOP County Com- these relationships would be passed along The event will be held on Sunday, mittee or the Republican Club, or who automatically to a contingent of virtual May 18 at 9:00 am. For info, 908- have not placed a sign on their lawn, inexperienced unknowns. 789-4080. handed out a piece of campaign literature Our slate of district leader candidates or made a phone call for Republican who are long-term residents of the bor------candidates have decided it is time for the ough possess a variety of life experiences Mountainside - The third annual committee to rejuvenate. What makes including a former Marine, councilman, Memorial Day parade will commence them able to judge when it is time? former school board members, a third- on Monday, May 26th at 11:30 am at Stating that they are all parents and pay generation life-long Garwood resident the Veterans flagpole monument on taxes as if these are requirements for the and regional sales rep., the v.p. of the Constitution Plaza. For info, (908) job is insulting to not only the current Westfield Area chamber of Commerce 244-4111. committee members, who have by the and a local business owner, a retired high way raised 11 children between them ranking professional firefighter. Also in- with a few still school age, but it is a slap cluded is a former Union County Repub- APRIL SHOWERS in the face to all registered Republicans lican State Committee member, your BRING MAY FLOWERS who are now empty nesters or non-par- mayor, founder and past president of the ents either by chance or by choice. Also, Battleship NJ Historical Museum Soci- the argument about paying a tax bill is ety, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Lieuten- like a slotted spoon and has been proven ant, Sergeant-at-Arms in the N.J. Assem- to hold very little soup. Renters do pay bly and youth baseball coach. taxes through their rent and pay dearly; at Our candidate slate has been awarded State LD-21 State LD-22 7th Congressional District times more than some homeowners. the official GOP county line and will Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Representative Leonard Lance (R) How fervent can these folks be if when appear on the ballot under the slogan: 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 we have been out canvassing door to door “Regular Organization Republican of Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 (908) 518-7733 asking for support they have never shown Union County.” In the best interest of the (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 [Westfield, Mountainside, Garwood, Summit and Cranford any interest? borough and for experienced leadership, Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) are in the 7th Congressional District] The Garwood GOP constantly goes please cast your votes on June 3rd Pri- 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. through periods of renewal and welcomes mary Election Day for: 1st District, Carol Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 12th Congressional District Rep. Rush Holt (D) newcomers to join the ranks. I recall one Kearney and Gene Jannotti; 2nd District, (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 newcomer who became a district leader Cheryl Neidermaier and Glenn Sytko; Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) 50 Washington Rd., West Windsor, N.J. 08550 (609) 750-9365 and was fully supported for borough coun- 3rd District, John and Patricia 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. cil only to become disgruntled within Quattrocchi; and 4th District, Victor and Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [Fanwood, Plainfield and most of Scotch Plains are in the 12th Congressional District] weeks of his being sworn into office. Judy DeFilippo. (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 Shortly it became apparent that he did not We welcome inquiries — e-mail us at LD-21 includes Westfield, LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, [email protected], [email protected] as they say, “play well with others.” [email protected]. Mountainside, Garwood, Fanwood, Plainfield, Clark and [email protected], [email protected] Our fellow GOPers need to know that Summit and Cranford. Linden. [email protected], [email protected] John Quattrocchi, Chairman he began to insist that I demand the Garwood GOP Committee A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 10, 2014 Page 5 A Regional Power? The Russian Bear Is Hungry Letters to the Editor President Obama at the G-7 meeting there is no need to stand guard against in The Hague in The Netherlands said Mr. Putin, the former KGB officer. on March 25, about Russian President President Obama also said in The GW GOP Chair Reminds Voters to Vladimir Putin’s conduct toward Hague, “Russia’s actions are a prob- Ukraine and the Crimea, “Russia is a lem. They don’t pose the No. 1 national Support Official Candidates regional power that is threatening some security threat to the United States.” John Quattrocchi, the chairman of Dolan is now a sole proprietor of a of its regional neighbors-not out of During the presidential debates in 2012, the Garwood Republican Commit- window treatment firm. Residing on strength but out of weakness.” Mitt Romney called Russia “without tee, has announced the GOP candi- Willow Avenue for 10 plus years with Some regional power! 6,563,737 question our number one geopolitical dates for mayor and the Garwood his wife and son, Mr. Dolan has been square miles spanning, 11 percent of threat.” Borough Council have filed petitions active in youth baseball and scouting the land area of the Earth’s area stretch- Who is right? Who can afford to be and been awarded the official Union and served as a GOP district leader ing through nine time zones from Nor- wrong? County Committee line for the up- for two terms as well as treasurer. way in the west to Alaska in the east. General James Kelly, the Commander coming Primary Election on Tues- Mayor Quattrocchi has resided in More than 57 percent larger than the of United States Southern Command, day, June 3. the borough for 32 years and along United States. Ninth largest popula- testified before the Senate Armed Ser- “Our council candidates and mayor with her husband has raised seven tion. World’s ninth largest economy by vices Committee on March 13, 2014: will be listed on the ballot under the children here and has three grand- gross domestic product in 2012. Vast “But the Russians are flying long- slogan ‘Regular Organization Repub- children. She was a licensed execu- U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shantece Gonzalez natural resources, including the world’s range bomber missions there (Latin lican of Union County,’” reported the tive search consultant for 25 years PACIFIC OCEAN... Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Valen- largest reserves of natural gas. World’s America). They haven’t done that in tine Anibogwu, from Rahway, mans the arresting gear engine aboard aircraft chairman. “We are supporting three with a specialty in the HBA and pe- carrier USS Carl Vinson while it is underway off the coast of Southern California third largest oil producer and second years. They did that this year. We haven’t excellent candidates for positions on troleum industries recruiting market- largest natural gas producer in 2012. seen a Russian ship in the Caribbean conducting unit-level training. Why being there matters: On our planet, more the Garwood Borough Council. We ing, sales and engineering profes- than 70 percent of which is covered by water, being there means having the ability One of world’s largest producers of since 2008. We had three come — a are pleased that Patricia Quattrocchi, sionals. She is a former council- electricity. task force of three came about six to act from the sea. The Navy is uniquely positioned to be there; the world's oceans In 2013 Russia had approximately months ago and now there’s still two the incumbent mayor, will be pursu- woman, president of the Lions Club give the Navy the power to protect America's interests anywhere, and at any time. 4,500 nuclear weapons, including 1,800 there, two additional have come. So ing another term in office. Candi- as well as Union County Republican Your Navy protects and defends America. Navy ships, submarines, aircraft and, dates for council seats are Carol state committeewoman and county most importantly, tens of thousands of America's finest young men and women were strategic warheads deployed on they’re on the march. Again, it’s Rus- are deployed around the world doing just that. They are there now. They will be missiles and at bomber bases and de- sia. They’re working the seams where Kearney and Richard ‘Rick’ Dolan,” GOP vice-chairwoman. Mr. Quattrocchi added. “We are excited to appear on the there when we are sleeping tonight. They are there around the clock, far from our ployed 326 intercontinental ballistic we can’t work. And they’re doing a shores, defending America at all times. missiles with 1,050 nuclear warheads. pretty good job of, again, the influ- Ms. Kearney is the owner of Unique Primary ballot along with Mayor ‘Q’ In 2013 Russia had 766,000 active mili- ence.” Cruise and Travel, located on Center and look forward to joining her as she Cleary Recognized Among tary personnel, 2,485,000 active duty General Kelly testified before the Street in the borough. As the widow of reaches out to the residents to share personnel, 15,500 tanks, 27,657 ar- House Armed Services Committee, a police officer who was denied a ideas and our vision for the borough,” mored fighting vehicles, 5,990 self- February 26, 2014: widow’s pension, Ms. Kearney helped the council candidates said in a joint Women’s Bus. Enterprises propelled guns, 4,625 towed artillery “Russia continues to build on its stra- to co-write a bill to change the pension statement. WESTFIELD — Jacqueline A. growth,” said Pamela Prince-Eason, pieces, and 3,781 rocket projectors, a tegic partnerships in Latin America, law. She worked alongside state As- Both council candidates agreed that Cleary of Westfield, CEO of Atlas president and CEO of WBENC. total of 4,628 aircraft, 973 helicopters, pursuing an increased regional pres- sembly members, senators and all redevelopment tops the list of priori- Data Systems, received an award for “I am honored to receive this rec- a total naval strength of 352, a military ence in arm sales, counter drug coop- police and fire organizations with the ties as well as maintaining resident excellence among women’s business ognition by WBENC and look for- budget $76,600,000,000 and is the sec- eration, and bilateral trade agreements. change signed into law by the gover- services and they support the mayor’s enterprises (WBEs), bestowed by the ward to continuing to serve as an ond great military power on earth. Last year marked a noticeable uptick in nor in 1996. The grandmother of twin efforts in these areas as well as qual- Women’s Business Enterprise Na- advocate for other women in busi- “Out of weakness?” Tens of thou- Russian power projection and security one-year old boys; her son and his ity of life issues in the borough. tional Council (WBENC) at its Sa- ness,” Ms. Cleary said. sands of crack troops on the Russia- personnel in the region. It has been over wife are also residents of the borough. Mr. Quattrocchi noted that all the lute to Women’s Business Enterprises. According to Marsha Firestone, Ukrainian border? The quick military three decades since we last saw this She is the vice-president of the candidates will begin knocking on The gala took place March 20 as founder and president of the Women envelopment of the Crimea? The trem- type of high-profile Russian presence: Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce doors shortly and are prepared to the concluding event to WBENC’s Presidents’ Educational Organization, bling of Eastern European countries a visit by a Russian Navy Interfleet and has brought 26 new Garwood exchange ideas and share their views annual Summit and Salute conven- “We applaud the committee’s selec- that he might invade them next? With Surface Action Group to Cuba, Nicara- businesses into the chamber and serves with residents. He also reminds all ing some 1,500 corporate and gov- tion of Jacquie Cleary as the 2014 Mr. Putin’s threat to turn off the gas and gua, and Venezuela, and the deploy- as the business and industry liaison to registered Republicans to vote for the ernment executives, WBEs and mem- Women’s Business Enterprise Star. oil spigots, should European countries ment of two Russian long-range strate- the Garwood Borough Council. official candidates of the Garwood bers of WBENC’s Regional Partner Jacquie is as an outstanding busi- oppose his moves in Ukraine and the gic bombers to Venezuela and Nicara- After having spent many years in a GOP from Mayor Quattrocchi down Organizations (RPOs) at the New nesswoman who is at the peak of Crimea? gua as part of a training exercise.” management capacity in the corpo- the line to the district leader candi- Orleans Marriott. professional and personal achieve- If this be weakness what is strength? “Budget cuts are having a direct and rate Americia business arena, Mr. dates in their perspective districts. Ms. Cleary was recognized for her ment. Jacquie’s work on behalf of Imagine British Prime Minister Win- detrimental effect on our security coop- business acumen, her inspiration to WPEO demonstrates her enthusias- ston S. Churchill saying that Hitler’s eration activities, the principal way we Lance Fingers Obamacare’s Raid other women, and her active role at tic commitment to support other invasion of Poland was “out of weak- engage and promote defense coopera- the helm of Atlas Data Systems. women in business, as well as to ness.” tion in the region.” On Medicare Advantage “Jacquie is an outstanding leader grow her company. I am very proud Foreign policy is for trained diplo- General Charles Jacoby, Jr. the com- who has been instrumental in driving of her for receiving this prestigious mats, not for amateurs. Words must be mander of United States Northern Com- WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Advantage are protected and pre- carefully calibrated. Ideas thought mand: “Russia in Asia and Russia in Leonard Lance (R-7th) said on Tues- served. That’s why I will continue to innovation and sustainable economic honor.” through. Off-the-cuff comments serve Europe become ‘connected’” as a re- day regarding Obama work tireless to end Obamacare’s at- no interest or purpose. sult of the opening of the Northern Sea administration’s final payment rates tack on Medicare Advantage.” Who can reasonably believe that Mr. Route due to melting of Arctic Ocean for 2015 Medicare Advantage plans: The administration announced in Putin is acting “out of weakness” and ice. The Pacific air and naval fleets can “The President’s health care law February that it would impose addi- not “out of strength?” Ask the oppressed be interconnected creating a force to compromised the financial security tional cuts to Medicare Advantage peoples of his homeland and tell it to shape a strategic reality at the top of the of thousands of our nation’s senior plans next year. Energy and Com- the newly conquered people of Crimea world providing for power projection citizens. Because 80 percent of the merce Committee members have who wish to remain with Ukraine! southward.” law’s cuts are still scheduled to go warned about the harmful effects But even a weakened bear has a Does it matter if the listing is that into effect, we have yet to realize the these cuts and the policies already www.uniquecruiseandtravel.com deadly punch! 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Some warranty! www.veininstitutenj.com • www.theveincenternj.com Page 6 Thursday, April 10, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Presbyterian Church Posts Services For Holy Week WESTFIELD — In observance presented at 9 and 11 a.m. in the of Holy Week, the ministerial staff sanctuary, and Wired4Worship — Westfield charged with driving while intoxicated and congregation of The Presbyte- the church’s contemporary worship Sunday, March 30, Eric V. (DWI) after a motor vehicle stop on rian Church in Westfield invite the service — will take place in Gonsiewski, 41, of Cranford was ar- Route 22. After failing several field community to participate in special Westminster Hall at 9:45 a.m. Eas- rested on an active Green Brook war- sobriety tests at the scene, he was ar- worship services beginning on Holy ter Breakfast will be served in As- rant on the 100 block of Elm Street rested and transported to police head- Thursday. The Maundy Thursday sembly Hall from 9:30 to 11 a.m. during a police investigation of an alarm quarters, processed and released. service will be offered on April 17 The public is invited to all of the activation. Bail of $750 was paid and Sunday, April 6, a resident of Rahway at 7:30 p.m. in the chapel. Com- services. The church is located at Gonsiewski was released. Road reported that sometime overnight munion will be served and music 140 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. Sunday, March 30, a Dunellen resi- someone scratched the side of his mo- by the church’s Chancel Choir will For more information, visit dent reported the theft of her Michael tor vehicle. be featured. westfieldpc.org or call the church Kors handbag, valued at approximately Fanwood On Good Friday, April 18, the office during business hours at (908) $300, while she was at a business estab- Saturday, April 5, Jose Cabrera, 34, crucifixion of Jesus Christ will be 233-0301. lishment on the 400 block of West Broad of Kenilworth was arrested following a commemorated during two services. Street. The handbag contained a wallet, motor vehicle stop at Martine Avenue $2 in U.S. currency, a Verizon LG cell and Burns Way on active warrants out The Service of Nails on the Cross Rescue Squad Slates CELEBRATING GIRL SCOUTS...The Fanwood Borough Council and Scotch of Roselle Park, Elizabeth and will be held at noon in the chapel phone, valued at approximately $50; a Saturday Egg Hunt Plains Township Council both issued proclamations honoring the Girl Scouts of pair of reading glasses and a Bank of Kenilworth. He was processed, posted and will provide an opportunity for the USA at their March 18 meetings. The Scotch Plains proclamation of Girl America debit card. Officers at the scene bail and released. meditation on Christ’s death. MOUNTAINSIDE — The Scout Week was accepted by girls from Brownie Girl Scout Troop No. 40329 and located the handbag a short time later Saturday, April 5, Shenelle Shivers, At 7:30 p.m. that evening, the ser- Mountainside Rescue Squad’s annual Junior Girl Scout Troop No. 40729, while girls from Junior Girl Scout Troops No. on the sidewalk several doors down 19, of Rahway was arrested following a vice known as Tenebrae, meaning Spring Egg Hunt will take place this 40821 and No. 40279, pictured, were on hand in Fanwood. from the initial incident location. The motor vehicle stop at Martine Avenue “darkness” or “shadows” in Latin, Saturday, April 12, at noon at squad victim stated that all items originally and Saville Row and charged with pos- will be held in the sanctuary. The headquarters, located at 1385 Route reported stolen had been recovered. session of suspected marijuana. She Chancel Choir and professional so- 22, East, at New Providence Road in Parkinson Support Group Tuesday, April 1, a Cranford resident was processed, posted bail and released. loists will present Gabriel Fauré’s Mountainside. located a silver earring with a center Sunday, April 6, Gail Ellington, 50, Requiem. The seven last words of All are welcome. Participants are stone similar to a diamond on the floor of Fanwood was arrested following a Christ as spoken from the cross will urged to bring a basket to hold their Posts Meeting, Unity Walk of the Westfield Municipal Building motor vehicle stop at Terrill Road and be interspersed with the seven move- eggs and families are invited to bring WESTFIELD — The Westfield cations, contact Caroline Panter at Courtroom. South Avenue on an active warrant out ments of the piece. cameras for picture-taking. This event Parkinson Support Group will meet [email protected] Wednesday, April 2, a wooden wagon of South Plainfield. She was processed, On Easter Sunday, April 20, tra- will be held rain or shine. For more next on Monday, April 14, at 1:30 or (908) 522-5901. wheel, valued at approximately $40, posted bail and released. ditional worship services will be information, call (908) 233-6338. p.m. at The Presbyterian Church in The annual Parkinson Unity Walk was reported stolen from the front of a Mountainside Westfield, located at 140 Mountain will take place in New York City’s residence on the 300 block of Woods Monday, March 31, Lamar J. Avenue. This church-sponsored Central Park on Saturday, April 26. End Road. Randleman, 25, of West Orange was Westfield Library to Host community outreach group meets All are invited to join the Westfield/ Wednesday, April 2, Wanda Hester, arrested on charges of resisting arrest on the second Monday of each month Caring Choices Support Groups 45, of Plainfield was arrested on a and first degree carjacking after a Westfield warrant for $500 after police carjacking incident that occurred in at the church. Nicole Kelleners from Team in participating in the 1.4- Westfield. He was processed and re- ‘History of Jazz’ April 16 the Michael J. Fox Foundation will mile walk to raise funds for responded to the Middlesex County jail for a prisoner pickup. Hester was trans- leased to the Westfield Police Depart- WESTFIELD — The Westfield Bob Baldwin, James Lloyd, Gil be the featured speaker. She will Parkinson’s disease research. ported to police headquarters, processed ment. Memorial Library, located at 550 Parris, Josh Dion, cellist David Dar- address new research and treatments To join or sponsor the team, fol- and held on default of bail. Monday, March 31, Caavon N. East Broad Street, will host “The ling and saxophonist Paul Winter. in Parkinson’s disease. Light refresh- low the link: unitywalk.org, click Wednesday, April 2, a resident of the Hinson, 24, of Newark was arrested on History of Jazz through Song” on “The flugelhorn and muted trum- ments will be served. on “sponsor a walker” and type in 800 block of Stevens Avenue reported charges of eluding police with a motor Wednesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. pet are perfect for conveying the Multiple area programs are avail- the name Barbara Ringk. One hun- being the victim of identity theft after vehicle, aggravated assault and aggra- Presented by musician Gordon passion of my compositions,” Mr. able dedicated exclusively to dred percent of donations will go someone unknown opened a charge card vated assault with a weapon after a James, this program will be a mix of James has said of his music. Parkinson’s disease. The Delay the directly to Parkinson’s disease re- for a department store without the carjacking incident that occurred in lecture and music covering the ori- This program will be free and open Disease exercise class meets at the search. For more details about the victim’s authorization. Westfield. He was processed and turned gins of jazz and the blues, ragtime, to Westfield Memorial Library and Westfield Area “Y” on Wednesdays Unity Walk or the support group, Wednesday, April 2, a resident of the over to the Westfield Police Depart- Dixieland, big band, bebop, cool MURAL cardholders. MURAL and Fridays at 11 a.m. and Mon- contact Team Captain Barbara 700 block of Tamaques Way reported ment, where bail was set at $250,000. jazz, Latin jazz, jazz fusion and the cardholders belong to libraries that days at 6:15 p.m. For more infor- Ringk at (908) 322-9214 or being the victim of identity theft. Some- Wednesday, April 2, a resident came smooth jazz eras. Mr. James, who are part of the Middlesex Union Re- mation and registration, contact [email protected]. one unknown completed a federal tax into police headquarters to report that has performed at the library many ciprocal Agreement Libraries. To Jean White at (908) 233-2700, ex- return for the victim without her autho- over the past year, her former husband times, will take the audience on a check if a library participates, call tension no. 246, or Torah on Tap Set rization and delivered it to the Internal withdrew approximately $21,000 from journey through the different eras of the Westfield Memorial Library at [email protected]. Revenue Service attempting to obtain a her account without her authorization. Overlook Medical Center in Sum- Tonight at Temple cash refund. Saturday, April 5, Jerome T. Pinckney, jazz with words and song to create a (908) 789-4090. To register for the 25, of Edison was arrested for a viola- blend of history, songs and humor. program, visit the library’s website mit sponsors several classes, in- SPRINGFIELD — Temple Beth Thursday, April 3, after being stopped for motor vehicle violations on North tion of a court order relating to non- A composer, flugelhornist and at wmlnj.org and click on the Online cluding Guided Meditation, held Ahm Yisrael, located at 60 Temple payment of child support after being on Tuesdays from 3 to 4 p.m.; Mind- Scotch Plains Avenue near Drake Place, trumpeter, Mr. James is a seasoned Calendar, or call (908) 789-4090, Drive in Springfield, will present Kwame Thompson, 18, of Westfield involved in a motor vehicle accident on performer and bandleader. He is a extension 0. fulness, held on Mondays from 10 Torah on Tap — Men’s Study Group was arrested on an outstanding Westfield Route 22. graduate of The Interlochen Arts For more information about library to 11:30 a.m.; Gentle Yoga, held on tonight, Thursday, April 10, at 7:45 warrant, for $500, and three Cranford Sunday, April 6, Marc D. Ivory, 34, Academy and The Hartt College of programs and services, call (908) 789- Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m., and p.m. No prior experience is neces- warrants — two traffic warrants and of North Plainfield was arrested after a Music. Mr. James has studied and 4090, visit wmlnj.org and sign up for an exercise class based on the LSVT- sary to participate in this evening of one criminal warrant — totaling $370 motor vehicle stop on Route 22 for performed with such artists as trum- the monthly e-newsletter, “Library BIG (Lee Silverman Voice Treat- study and microbrews. There is no bail. Thompson was remanded to the driving with a suspended license. He peter Ted Curson, a Charles Mingus Loop,” or stop by the library for a ment) program, held on Fridays at charge and everyone is welcome. For Union County jail. was processed and released at the scene. alumni; saxophonist Eric Kloss, copy of its award-winning, quarterly 11:15 a.m. For more information more information, call (973) 376- Thursday, April 3, Midori Nagai, 53, Garwood Johnny Guitar Watson, Chuck Loeb, newsletter, “Take Note.” regarding fees, registration and lo- 0539, extension no. 11. of Westfield was arrested and charged Tuesday, March 18, Carlos Alaban, with driving while intoxicated (DWI) 18, of Kenilworth was arrested on after police received a 9-1-1 call con- charges of invasion of privacy and un- Sunrise Cellars is the Wine Department at... cerning a motorist driving erratically in derage consumption of alcohol after a the area of Central Avenue and East gym on North Avenue called police ShopRite Wines ShopRite Wines Located inside the Broad Street. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 10, 2014 Page 7 Willow Grove Announces St. Paul’s Church Reveals Schedule For Holy Week Holy Week Activities SCOTCH PLAINS — The Wil- Prayer Vigil from noon to 3 p.m. All WESTFIELD — St. Paul’s Episco- Hall and end in the church. low Grove Presbyterian Church, lo- are invited to come to the sanctuary pal Church invites the community to On April 19, the Holy Saturday cated at 1961 Raritan Road in for a time of prayer and reflection participate in its extensive Holy Week Liturgy will be held at 9:30 a.m., Scotch Plains, has revealed its on Jesus’ death on the cross and events beginning this Sunday, April 13, followed by decorating of the church. schedule of events for Holy Week sacrificial love. Suggestions for with the Blessing of the Palms for the At 7:30 p.m., The Great Vigil of Eas- leading up to the celebration of readings will be available. 7:45 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. Palm Sunday ter will begin with Holy Baptism and Easter. All are welcome. A Good Friday Contemplative services. The 9:45 a.m. Eucharist will Holy Eucharist with the St. Paul’s Palm Sunday will be observed this Tenebrae Service, focusing on Jesus’ begin in St. Paul’s Parish Hall. St. Paul’s Parish Choir. Sunday, April 13, at 10 a.m. with a final hours from the Last Supper Parish Choir will provide music. The Easter celebration on April 20 service focusing on Jesus’ trium- through his death, will be offered at From Monday, April 14, through will include three services: the 7:45 phant arrival in Jerusalem among 7:30 p.m. Held in partnership with Wednesday, April 16, Morning Prayer a.m. Eucharist with hymns; the 9 a.m. cheering crowds. The service will the congregation of the First United will be held at 9:10 a.m., and Eucha- Family Eucharist with hymns, choral include a children’s procession of Methodist Church in Scotch Plains, rist will be celebrated at noon, in the music by St. Paul’s Primary, Junior and palms and special music. The Rev- this quiet service of music and read- Chapel of the Holy Spirit, located in members of the St. Paul’s Parish Choirs erend Cynthia Cochran-Carney, pas- ings in the round will take place up- the north transept of the church. and the Flowering of the Cross by the tor, will preach on the practice of stairs in Willow Grove’s Alexander Maundy Thursday services on April children of the parish, and the 11:15 prayer in the midst of suffering. Hall. The Reverend Carletta Aston 17 will begin with Morning Prayer at a.m. Festal Choral Eucharist featuring The commemoration of Good Fri- from the First United Methodist ACHIEVING THEIR DREAMS...More than 120 participants and supporters 9:10 a.m. The Liturgy for Maundy the St. Paul’s Parish Choir joined by a day on April 18 will begin with a gathered at L’Affaire in Mountainside March 7 to celebrate the Westfield Area Thursday will begin at 7:30 p.m. This professional brass quintet and percus- Church and Reverend Cochran- “Y”’s 16th Annual Achievers Fundraising and Recognition Banquet. The Connell Carney will jointly lead the service. Company presented a $10,000 check at the dinner for college scholarships for ancient Christian liturgy includes the sion. Music will be provided under the First Baptist Invites As the solemn service progresses, graduating seniors and students already in college. Youth entrepreneur Gabrielle Washing of the Feet, The Lord’s Sup- direction of Charles M. Banks, director lighted candles will gradually be J. Williams was the keynote speaker, and a video entitled “Words of Wisdom” per and the Stripping of the Altar, fol- of music and organist. All For Holy Week extinguished, and finally the con- was presented by Angela Meryl, professional stuntwoman. Pictured is Gabrielle, lowed by a one-hour Vigil in the chapel. The Reverend Andrew C. WESTFIELD — Members of the gregation will exit in silence and in far left, with the Westfield Area “Y” Achievers. Worshippers may choose to participate Hamersley, rector, will preside and community are invited to join the con- darkness. Those who choose may in some or all of this liturgy. St. Paul’s give the Easter Message, assisted by gregation of the First Baptist Church walk into the sanctuary and nail their Parish Choir will be featured. the Reverend Nathan Ritter, curate. for its Holy Week services culminat- own prayers to a large wooden cross. Calvary Lutheran to Hold Good Friday will be commemo- An Easter Egg Hunt will follow the ing with the celebration of Easter. The celebration of Christ’s resur- rated on April 18 beginning with 9:10 Family Eucharist on Easter Sunday. Palm Sunday Worship and Com- rection will be held on Easter Sun- Holy Week-Easter Services a.m. Morning Prayer. At noon, the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is lo- munion will take place this Sunday, day, April 20, at 10 a.m. with a Good Friday Liturgy will be held. cated at 414 East Broad Street in April 13, at 10:30 a.m., with the Can- service featuring jubilant music and CRANFORD — The solemn sea- also will include the stripping of the Music by Peter Hallock and the plain- Westfield, across from the municipal tata: “Share the Good News — He is joyful worship. Willow Grove will son of Lent will draw to a close and the altar in preparation for Good Friday. song setting for the sixth-century building. For more information, con- Risen!” welcome guest trumpet player Kim joyous celebration of Easter will be- On Good Friday, April 18, Calvary Pange Lingua will be sung by St. tact (908) 232-8506, extension no. Good Friday will be commemo- Wojcik, a member of the Imperial gin at worship services next week at Lutheran Church will host Cranford’s Paul’s Choir. The Children’s Liturgy, 10, or [email protected], rated on April 18 with a 7:30 p.m. Brass. A special offering for One the Calvary Lutheran Church, located community service of music and at 3:30 p.m., will begin in the Parish or visit stpaulswestfield.org. service. Great Hour of Sharing will be taken, at 108 Eastman Street in Cranford. meditation beginning at noon. Easter Sunday will be celebrated which provides funding for disaster The public is invited to all services. That evening, the solemnity of on April 20 with an Easter Sunrise response and refugee assistance and Palm Sunday Services of Holy Good Friday also will be observed at Service at 6 a.m. Breakfast will be resettlement. Reverend Cochran- Communion will take place this Sun- 7:30 p.m. with a Tenebrae Service of offered at 9 a.m. and a worship ser- Carney will preach on “Easter Eyes.” day, April 13, at 8:30 and 10:30 shadows and darkness. Seasonal vice will follow at 10:30 a.m. Coffee and refreshments will follow a.m., marking the beginning of Holy music will be included. The First Baptist Church is located worship. Nursery care will be avail- Week. An interactive liturgy pre- Easter will be celebrated on Sunday, at 170 Elm Street in Westfield. For able throughout the morning. sented by adults and young people April 20, with Festival Services of Holy more information, call (908) 233- For more information about Wil- of the congregation at both services Communion at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. 2278 or visit fbcwestfield.org. low Grove, call the church office at will tell the story of the Passion, Each service will offer a full liturgy (908) 232-5678, e-mail commemorating Jesus’ triumphal with instrumental and choral seasonal Breakfast With Bunny [email protected] or entry into Jerusalem and the events music and favorite Easter hymns. visit willowgrovechurch.org. leading up to Good Friday. The Reverend Carol A. Lindsay, To Be Held in Cranford Maundy Thursday services will Calvary’s pastor, will lead all worship CRANFORD — The Cranford Scotch Plains Slates be offered at 1:15 and 7:30 p.m. on services. Music will be under the lead- Chamber of Commerce and the Gar- April 17. These worship services ership of Jeanne Elmuccio, Calvary’s lic Rose will again welcome the Egg Hunt Saturday will feature absolution and Holy director of music and organist. Happy Easter Bunny to Cranford for SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Communion. The evening service Calvary Lutheran Church is a mem- the annual Breakfast with the Bunny Plains Recreation Commission, in ber congregation of the Evangelical Everyone’s Welcome–Especially You! event. conjunction with the Scotch Plains Easter Egg Hunt Set Lutheran Church in America, serving Junior Woman’s Club, are sponsor- the Cranford-Westfield area and sur- The festivities will take place on &IRST#ONGREGATIONAL#HURCHINVITESYOUTOEMBRACETHEPOWEROFLOVE Saturday, April 19, at the Garlic Rose ing an Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday, Saturday In Fanwood rounding communities for 85 years. restaurant, located at 28 North Av- April 12. It will take place beginning FANWOOD — Forest Road Park TOOVERCOMEEVIL ASWELLASTHEBLESSINGSOFFORGIVENESSANDRECONCILIATION enue, West, in Cranford. Breakfast at 11 a.m. on the Alan Augustine will host Fanwood’s annual Easter ‘Music for the Soul’ THISWEEKANDTHROUGHOUTTHEYEAR will begin at 9 a.m. and the Happy Village Green, adjacent to the Scotch Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 12, Bunny will arrive at 9:45 a.m. The Plains Municipal Building, at 430 beginning at 10 a.m. sharp. The rain Concert Rescheduled Palm Sunday cost of the event is $10 for children Park Avenue. date is the following Saturday, April SCOTCH PLAINS — The “Music !PRIL AM and $15 for adults. Each year this In addition to the Egg Hunt, the 19, at the same time and place. for the Soul” concert that was to be event sells out and it is recommended festivities will include pictures with All children age 10 and under are held on Sunday, April 6, at the Willow Maundy Thursday that reservations be made early by the Easter Bunny, face painting, tem- invited to meet the Easter Bunny and Grove Presbyterian Church has been !PRIL PM calling (908) 963-1160. porary tattoos, a jelly bean guess and join the fun. More than 1,000 eggs rescheduled for Sunday, June 1, at 3 After attending the breakfast at bake sale. The Egg Hunt portion is filled with all sorts of goodies — p.m. at the church. This free concert the Garlic Rose, the Happy Bunny only for children age 8 and younger including hundreds of prize tickets will feature soprano Karen Notare with Good Friday will walk to the gazebo at North but all other activities can be enjoyed — will be hidden around the park. master pianist Paul DiDario. !PRIL PM Union and Springfield Avenues and by the entire family. Children can win even more prizes The Willow Grove Presbyterian will be available to take pictures In case of inclement weather, the in the “guess the number of jellybeans Church is located at 1961 Raritan Easter Sunday with children from 11 a.m. to 12:30 rain date will be Sunday, April 13, at contest,” “guess the number of choco- Road in Scotch Plains. All church !PRIL AMANDAM A member of the p.m. for a cost of $3. The bunny will noon. Information regarding a rainout late eggs contest,” “bring your own facilities are handicap-accessible and United Church of Christ then go to the Centennial Village will be posted on the township’s decorated egg contest” and “bring ample on-site parking is available. and will be available for picture- Facebook page. For more informa- your own bunny drawing contest.” For more information, visit %LMER3TREET 7ESTlELDsFCCOFWESTlELDORGs taking from 12:45 to 2 p.m. at the tion, call the Scotch Plains Recre- For more details, go to willowgrovechurch.org, call (908) corner of Lincoln and Centennial ation Department at (908) 322-6700, fanwoodrecreation.org or call Fanwood 232-5678 or e-mail Celebrate Easter with First Congregational Church! Avenues. In the event of inclement extension no. 223. Recreation at (908) 370-7092. [email protected]. weather, these events will be cancelled. For further information, call (908) 272-6114 the day of the event. Interfaith Group Plans Scott Seib Celebrate Easter Good Friday Service Plumbing & Heating Inc. CRANFORD — The Interfaith Human Relations Committee of the Cranford Clergy Council invites the Celebrating Our 31st Year MAUNDY THURSDAY public to attend an ecumenical com- Thursday, April 17 munity Good Friday Service. It will For All Your take place at noon on April 18 at the at P.M. Calvary Lutheran Church, located at Choral Eucharist 7:30 108 Eastman Street in Cranford. Plumbing & Heating Needs The Interfaith Human Relations GOOD FRIDAY Committee of the Cranford Clergy Council consists of members from Bathroom Renovations Friday, April 18 all houses of worship in Cranford and the Osceola Presbyterian Church in Are Our Specialty Good Friday Liturgy at 12:00 P.M. Clark. The group has sponsored anti- with Homily and St. Paul’s Parish Choir bullying events, service days and interfaith religious services. In 2013, Children’s Service at 3:30 P.M. the group held the September 11th 908-654-1818 Memorial Service at 9/11 Memorial Park in Cranford and an interfaith THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER Thanksgiving service and raised scottseibplumbing.com $10,000 for the Cranford CROP Walk. Master Plumber License No. 6548 Saturday, April 19 For more information about the P.M. Good Friday service or the commit- Holy Eucharist at 7:30 tee, contact Interfaith Human Rela- with Sermon by the Rector, tions Committee of the Cranford The St. Paul’s Parish Choir Clergy Council representative Cindy NICHOLAS A. GIUDITTA, III Hannen at (908) 272-9133 or ATTORNEY AT LAW [email protected]. EASTER DAY ‘Y’ Event to Address Sunday, April 20 Senior Health Care Holy Eucharist (Rite I) at 7:45 A.M. WESTFIELD — The Westfield Area “Y” will offer a Lunch and Children’s Holy Eucharist at 9:00 A.M. Learn program entitled “Healthcare Comes in Many Varieties, Senior with Children’s Choirs, Members of The Parish Choir, Brass & Percussion Services from A to Z” on Wednesday, April 16, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Holy Eucharist (Rite II) at 11:15 A.M. Main “Y” Facility, located at 220 with Sermon by the Rector, Clark Street in Westfield. Stellar Home Care’s Karen Groder, The St. Paul’s Parish Choir a Licensed Practical Nurse, and Mel Brass Quintet & Percussion Davidson, as well as other experts, “Where there’s a Will, there’s a way” Featuring works of Leisring, Handel, Nestor & Proulx will review topics and services for The Rev’d Andrew C. Hamersley, Rector “baby boomers” and beyond. Ample Estate Administration and Planning time will be allotted for questions. Mr. Charles M. Banks, Director of Music Topics will include the following: Wills and Trusts Home Health Care Services; Senior Estate Litigation Travel; Medicaid/Eldercare Law; St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Veterans’ Home Care; Financial Plan- Elder Law ning, and Alzheimer’s/Dementia. 414 East Broad Street - Westfield, New Jersey Attendees are asked to bring a bagged 600 South Avenue West, Suite 230 - - lunch. This program will be free to all. Information: 908 451 5082 or www.stpaulswestfield.org Interested persons must register online Westfield NJ, 07090 at westfieldynj.org or at the Welcome 908-232-0099 Center of the Main “Y” Facility. For more information, call Jean White at [email protected] at St. Paul’s (908) 233-2700, extension no. 246, or www.giudittalaw.com e-mail [email protected]. Page 8 Thursday, April 10, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Herbert T. Nelson, Westfield Native; Westfield Rotary Looking J & J Retiree and Community Leader – Obituaries – Herbert T. Nelson died on Friday, By 1980, he was Director of Corpo- For Award Candidates April 4, 2014, in the company of his rate Contributions and Vice-President Letty Sinclair Hudak, 84, Was Lifetime loving wife, Eleanor, and his sons. of the J&J Corporate Foundation. WESTFIELD — The Rotary has helped make Westfield a better Since retiring to Georgetown, Tex., During Herb’s nearly two-year Westfield Resident and Active In Town Club of Westfield is seeking nomi- place; however, the award is not Herb was an active leader in organi- battle with pancreatic cancer, as he Alletta Sinclair Hudak (Letty), Garden Club of Westfield and nees for its Volunteer Award and limited to the non-profit sector. zations dedicated to education, regained physical strength, he said 84, of Westfield, N.J. passed away Soroptomists International of for the Jim Coventry Award. Business and professional men and health care and community service. his faith became stronger than ever. peacefully on Thursday, April 3, Westfield. The Volunteer Award is presented women who render valuable ser- He served as congregational presi- A memorial service celebrating that 2014, at Saucon Valley Manor in Letty loved to spend her summers to a person who lives or works in vice to the community in their work dent of the Redeemer Lutheran faith will be held at 11 a.m. on Tues- Hellertown, Pa. with her family in Lavallette, N.J., Westfield and who has demon- will be considered for the award. Church of Westfield and the four day, April 15, at the Faith Lutheran Letty was born on Feb- Huntsville, Ontario or strated an outstanding volunteer Nominations should be submit- other congregations the family Church in Georgetown. In lieu of ruary 12, 1930 in a traveling with her hus- commitment to the community. The ted in a short e-mail to: joined over 50 years. His generous flowers, the family encourages con- birthing home in band in later years. She recipient need not be a Rotarian. [email protected] contributions of time, talent and trea- tributions to the Herbert Nelson Me- Westfield. She was raised adored nature, bird Prospective candidates may be before Sunday, April 20, 2014. E- sure to his church and other chari- morial Nursing Scholarship Fund at on Coleman Place and watching and playing individuals who have “been there” mails should include the name of table institutions were testimony to Concordia University of Texas. was a graduate of cards and was passion- for the community over the years, the nominee and a brief statement his conviction that the resources in April 10, 2014 Westfield High School, ate about all animals – perhaps a leader in a community describing the reasons why they his name were not his, but assets Class of 1948. After at- great and small. Letty had organization or someone who has merit consideration. Nominations entrusted to his care and steward- Lucille Keenen, 94 tending Southern Semi- a huge heart, infectious never been recognized as a leader should include the submitter’s ship by God. Lucille McCauley Keenen, known nary in Virginia and laugh and a great love but who has worked tirelessly for name, telephone number, e-mail Herb and Eleanor were married as “Mickey” and “Mia,” passed away Katharine Gibbs Secre- for her family – near and several organizations. address and mailing address, and for more than 56 years. Eleanor and at 94 years old. tarial School, Letty far. She was a beloved The Jim Coventry Award recog- the same information for the nomi- their three sons, David, of Elgin, A longtime resident of Westfield, worked at NBC in New mother, grandmother and nizes vocational service to the com- nee. The awards committee may Tex.; Eric, serving in the U.S. For- N.J., she is predeceased by her hus- York City as the execu- aunt. munity. Vocational service is the contact the submitter for further eign Service; and Paul, of band, George Edward Keenen, Jr., tive assistant to David Letty Hudak Surviving are her three act of serving the community information about the nominee. The Georgetown, Tex., survive him, and two grandchildren. She is sur- Garroway on “The To- children, Lynn Larkin, through work in a profession. A awards will be presented at a Ro- along with his twin sister, Eleanor, vived by eight children, Kathleen day Show.” She met her sweetheart, William Hudak, Jr. and Kimberly candidate for this award would be tary luncheon meeting in June. The of Katy, Tex.; daughter-in-law, Donohoe of Chatham, N.J., George Bill, at the Bluffs in Bay Head, N.J. Brown. She also will be dearly missed someone whose paid work on be- honorees and the people who nomi- Ulrike; five grandchildren and nu- Edward Keenen, III of Broomfield, in May of 1954 and was married by her six grandchildren, Caitlin, Bill, half of a community organization nated them will be invited to attend. merous nieces and nephews. Colo., Christine Kealy of New York December 30, 1954. Lindsey, Ryan, Emily and Blaise, Herb was born in Westfield in 1926 City, Priscilla Egan of Denville, N.J., Letty thrived as an active full-time and many nieces and nephews. and graduated from Westfield High. Therese Pressley of Sharon, Conn., mother to her three children. She was Visitation will be on Sunday, April He “sailed with Halsey” in the U.S. Beth Keenen of Oak View, Conn., very involved at Wilson Elementary 13, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. at Navy aboard the USS Ingersoll, and John McCauley Keenen of New York School, when her children attended, Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- was on duty in Tokyo Bay at the City and Mary Jo Hurwitz of Pacific and was a devoted Cub Scout, neral Home, 582 Springfield Avenue, Japanese surrender. He was preceded Palisades, Calif.; 20 grandchildren Brownie and Girl Scout Leader. Later Westfield, N.J.; higginsandbonner.com. in death by his parents, Sven and and 39 great-grandchildren. in life, Letty worked for Home to Funeral services will take place on Metha, and his brother, Alfred. In lieu of flowers, donations can be Home Realty Network in Westfield. Monday, April 14, at The Presbyterian Upon graduation from Rutgers made to The Sean and Cara Kealy Letty loved to sing and supported her Church in Westfield Chapel in Westfield University in 1950, Herb began a 41- Children’s Fund, c/o C. Kealy, 124 husband in the barbershop group of at 11 a.m., with interment to follow at year career with Johnson & Johnson. West 79th Street, New York, N.Y. the N.J. S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A. as presi- Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. In the 1970s, he helped lead J&J’s 10024. dent of the Boosters. She held many In lieu of flowers, donations may efforts to rejuvenate New Brunswick. April 10, 2014 positions, from president to member- be made to The New Jersey ASPCA ship chairwoman, of the Westfield or the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Community Players, the Westfield Squad. Historical Society, the Westfield April 10, 2014 Mindowaskin Park Cleanup Memorial Library, the Rake and Hoe Is On Tap For April 26 Westfield Library Exhibits ASSEMBLYWOMAN HONORED...Cranford DAR History Chairwoman Bar- WESTFIELD — In partnership cleanup to prepare the park for spring bara Krause, far left; New Jersey DAR Historian Kitty Bowers, second from with the Westfield Town Council and summer. All volunteers should right, and Cranford DAR Regent Carolyn Youngs, far right, recognize Assem- and the Green Team, the Friends of meet at the bandstand, located in the Ukrainian Easter Eggs blywoman Nancy F. Muñoz with the National DAR “Women in American Mindowaskin has scheduled a center of the park. For more infor- History Award.” spring cleanup for Mindowaskin mation, call (908) 233-0028 or e- WESTFIELD — The Westfield late 1990s that made it impossible Park on Saturday, April 26, from 9 mail [email protected]. Memorial Library is showcasing for her to continue her art. Also a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Coffee, The Friends of Mindowaskin is a Ukrainian Easter eggs created by exhibited are the tools and wax she Crane’s Ford DAR Presents juice and bagels will be available non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization Catherine Kotyk Kerelejza, mother used and some of her resource books. for volunteers. founded in the early 1990s to revi- of Westfield resident Maryann Mrs. Kerelejza preserved many Volunteers and organizations are talize and preserve the park. Its mis- Dolling. The eggs will be on dis- other rich Ukrainian traditions in Asw. Muñoz With Award encouraged to participate and to sion is to ensure long-term enjoy- play through Wednesday, April 30, her family life, including baking CRANFORD — The Crane’s cited “grateful recognition for her bring gloves, rakes and tools to clean ment of this public park by the on the first floor of the library, paska (a braided Easter bread), mak- Ford chapter of the National Soci- significant contributions to the citi- out gardens and perform assorted Westfield community. Currently located at 550 East Broad Street. ing varenyky (stuffed dumplings) ety Daughters of the American zens of her District and State, in- underway is a fund-raising campaign Born in 1917 to Ukrainian im- and embroidering clothing for Revolution (DAR) of Cranford cel- cluding her legislative leadership Holy Trinity Seniors for the “Memory Walk” at the band- migrants, Mrs. Kerelejza was the Ukrainian dolls. She also supported ebrated Women’s History Month in evidenced through her prime spon- stand. Granite pavers with personal- fourth of eight children. As a young orphans in Odessa through the Uni- March by awarding the National sorship of legislation including the To Welcome Dietitian ized inscriptions are available for girl she had to leave school to work versal Aid for Children’s Ukrainian Daughters of the American Revo- Jessica Lunsford Act and Consumer WESTFIELD — The Holy Trinity purchase from The Friends. For fur- in order to help support her family Program,which sends teenagers to lution “Women in American His- Access to Health Care.” Senior Social Club will welcome ther information, visit the Friends of during the Depression. vocational schools in preparation tory Award” to New Jersey Assem- The Jessica Lunsford Act will Heather Marino as its guest speaker Mindowaskin on facebook or on its Mrs. Kerelejza was introduced to for finding sustaining work. blywoman Nancy F. Muñoz (R-21st, increase penalties for sexual offend- on Monday, April 14, at 1:30 p.m., at website, mindowaskinpark.org, or the art of painting intricately deco- Mrs. Kerelejza never sold her Summit). ers and the people who harbor them. the Holy Trinity Parish Center on call (908) 233-0028. rated Ukrainian Easter eggs, known eggs but gave hundreds away to The national award recognizes The Consumer Access to Health Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Elected board members include as pysanky, while growing up in the friends and family up until her pass- “women who serve as an example Care legislation will allow Ad- Ms. Marino, a Registered Dietitian Deborah Burslem, Robert Burslem, large Ukrainian Orthodox commu- ing, at age 94, in May of 2012. and inspiration for their outstand- vanced Practice Nurses to practice with ShopRite of Garwood, will dis- Jane Curtis, David Foltz, Fontaine nity of New Britain, Conn. She mar- Maryann Dolling and her hus- ing contributions to their commu- to the full extent of their education cuss nutrition. All are welcome to Gatti, Elizabeth List, Bruce Long, ried Stephen Kerelejza in 1941, had band, Ulf, live in Westfield, as do nities in an area of educational, and training. attend and are invited to bring friends. B. Carol Molnar, Paul Nazzaro, the two children and made a home in Mrs. Kerelejza’s grandson, Stephan religious, political, scientific or The 21st Legislative District rep- The club has scheduled a trip with Reverend Raymond Roberts, Gail Kensington, Conn. Dolling; his wife, Charlotte cultural endeavor.” resented by Asw. Muñoz includes Father Matthew Looney to the Paper Smith, Craig Stock and Barbara It was not until after her husband’s Faltermayer Dolling, and their two New Jersey State DAR American 16 municipalities in Morris, Mill Playhouse on Thursday, April 17, Vincentsen. death, in 1979, that Mrs. Kerelejza children, Maxwell and Ella — Mrs. History Chairwoman Kitty Bowers Somerset and Union Counties. to see South Pacific, followed by din- developed her artistic skills and Kerelejza’s great-grandchildren. of South Amboy presented the Elected for her third two-year term, ner at Charlie Brown’s in Scotch Plains. Library Showing found solace in the painting of ever award to Asw. Muñoz at the 70th she is Deputy Republican Leader Also planned is the club’s June Baseball Movies more intricate Ukrainian Easter Anniversary luncheon of Crane’s and serves on the Assembly Com- luncheon, for which Dominic Lisanti eggs. She scoured local farms for Ford DAR on March 8 at the Holi- merce and Economic Development will take reservations at the club’s SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch unusual eggs until she found one day Inn in Clark. The Cranford DAR Committee, the Women and Chil- May meeting. Plains Public Library is hosting a that provided her with a continuous nominated Asw. Muñoz for the dren Committee and Health and Se- The club expresses appreciation to baseball film series on Fridays dur- source of goose eggs. award through American History nior Services Committee. its membership for donations to the ing April at 1 p.m. These programs The art, featuring traditional Chairwoman Barbara Krause, who The Cranford DAR was presented Westfield Food Pantry. are free and open to all. Attendees Ukrainian folk designs, can require prepared the required credentials. with a Union County Freeholder should bring their own snacks. hours of work to produce a single Mrs. Krause introduced Asw. resolution sponsored by Freeholder UCPC Behavioral Jews and Baseball: An American decorated egg. The designs are Muñoz, presenting her with a Joint Bette J. Kowalski of Cranford and Plans Tricky Tray Love Story (Documentary, 112 min- written in wax in stages with a Resolution of the New Jersey Sen- read by DAR Regent Carolyn utes) will be featured tomorrow, April kistka, or stylus, and bathed in dyes ate and General Assembly by Sena- Youngs. A congratulatory Cranford WESTFIELD — UCPC Behav- 11. of progressively darker colors. The tor Thomas Kean, Jr. (R-21st, Township Committee resolution ioral Healthcare will host a tricky Touching Home (PG-13, 108 min- wax is then melted away by candle Westfield) and Assemblyman Jon was presented by DAR member tray fundraiser featuring many pre- utes), starring Ed Harris and Brad flame, revealing the vivid colors Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield). It Mary Leonard. mium items. It will take place on Dourif, will be screened on April 25. underneath. Mrs. Kerelejza en- FESTIVE DISPLAY...The Westfield Saturday, April 26, from 3 to 7 p.m. in Interested persons are encouraged Memorial Library, located at 550 East joyed exploring a wide range of Broad Street, currently is featuring the Westfield High School cafeteria, to register through the library’s motifs and colors in her work. WNC to Present Program located at 550 Dorian Road. website, scotlib.org, calling (908) Ukrainian Easter eggs created by Included in the display is an egg Catherine Kotyk Kerelejza. Mrs. Proceeds will be used to expand 322-5007, extension no. 204, or by e- Mrs. Kerelejza never got to paint Kerelejza was the mother of Maryann programs and services for its commu- mailing [email protected]. due to weakening eyesight in the Dolling of Westfield. On Self-Defense and Safety nities and clients. Advance tickets can The Scotch Plains Public Library be purchased online at ucpcbhc.org or is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one WESTFIELD — The Westfield course. All uniforms come with a by calling Richard Rodgers at (908) block from Park Avenue, in the cen- Neighborhood Council (WNC) white belt and participants will be 756-6870 for more information. ter of the township. Kenilworth Hist. Society will present a Self-Defense Karate fitted with the proper size. Uni- and Safety Awareness program for forms are $30. boys and girls, ages 5 to 16, on For more information about this To Host ‘Thyme For Tea’ Fridays from April 18 to June 13. program, call Mary Withers of the KENILWORTH — The Ms. Kiefer is co-owner of Triple Nine lessons will be included. The WNC at (908) 616-9172. Gray Funeral Homes Kenilworth Historical Society will Oaks Nursery & Herb Garden in program will take place at the present “Thyme for Tea” on Satur- Franklinville. She served on the WNC, located at 127 Cacciola Westfield Area ‘Y’ Since 1897 day, April 26, an elegant afternoon Horticulture Committee of the Na- Place in Westfield. Plans ‘Tech Talk’ Tea and program highlighting the tional Herb Garden in Washing- Students will be placed into history, culture and benefits of ton, D.C., where she volunteers classes according to age and abil- WESTFIELD — The Westfield herbs, particularly their use for tea. regularly. Ms. Kiefer teaches ity. A black belt instructor will teach Area “Y,” located at 220 Clark In honor of the 350th anniversary classes and gives presentations beginning, intermediate and ad- Street in Westfield, will host “Tech of the founding of New Jersey this about herbs throughout the region. vanced techniques for self-defense Talk,” a Lunch and Learn program year, special attention will be given She also writes a weekly garden- only. Self-discipline and defense, for adults, on Thursday, April 17, to native plants. ing column that appears in various rather than aggressiveness, will be from 12:30 to 2 p.m. The “Y” vol- The event will begin at noon at regional newspapers. emphasized throughout the course. unteer duo of Candy Pantano and the Kenilworth Gospel Chapel hall, Tickets for “Thyme for Tea” Stranger safety, fire safety, home Frankie Daniels will return to fa- located at 103 South 23rd Street in should be reserved and purchased safety, the dangers of bullying and cilitate this tech-savvy learning Kenilworth, where the ambience by Thursday, April 17, as seating how to deal with peer pressure will session to share their iPad and of an “indoor garden tearoom” will is limited. For reservations/tick- be among the topics covered. iPhone knowledge with partici- Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in be created for the occasion. Ad- ets, call (908) 709-0434 or (908) Registration will take place to- pants and answer any questions. 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. mission is $28. Advance reserva- 709-0391 or visit Especially Yours morrow, Friday, April 11, between “Tech Talk” will be free to mem- Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the tions are required. Florist at 13 North 20th Street in 5 and 6:30 p.m. at the WNC. Be- bers and offered to non-members personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or In addition to assorted teas, tea Kenilworth. ginning on April 18, class times for a nominal fee of $5. Partici- cremation. sandwiches, scones and desserts, Proceeds will benefit the will be as follows: All special- pants can bring their iPad and the event will include a gift auc- Kenilworth Historical Society’s needs students, ages 5 to 21, 5 to iPhone with them to the Lunch and Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home tion and door prizes. The program “Give the House a Lift” campaign 5:40 p.m.; new students ages 5 to Learn. For more information, ac- 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. will be “All About Herbs, From to obtain a “lift” (elevator) for the 8, 5:50 to 6:30 p.m., and new stu- cess westfieldynj.org or visit the Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 Garden to Table,” presented by newly restored and furnished his- dents ages 9 and up, 6:40 to 7:20 Welcome Center at the Main “Y” William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. Lorraine Kiefer. Ms. Kiefer is a toric Oswald J. Nitschke House p.m. Facility. NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 professional horticulturist, garden that will make all levels of the Karate classes are $8 per lesson Anyone with questions is asked (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 writer and floral designer who spe- local “living history” museum and with a $10 registration fee paid to contact Westfield Area “Y” cializes in herbs, native plants and cultural arts center accessible to once per semester; participants Health and Wellness Director Jean the art of making decorations from everyone. may pay weekly or in full and re- White at (908) 233-2700, exten- John-Michael “J.M.” Jones garden materials. She will high- The Kenilworth Historical Soci- ceive a discount of one free lesson. sion no. 246, or e-mail N.J. Lic. #4869 light the history and culture of ety is an independent, non-profit, This is an ongoing program. New [email protected]. Director herbs, their culinary and medici- tax-exempt, 501(c) (3) organiza- students will be accepted up to the nal benefits and their use for fra- tion dedicated to the research, pres- fourth week. A uniform is highly See it all on the Web! www.grayfuneralhomes.com grance, decorating, and, especially, ervation and interpretation of the recommended but not mandatory. for tea. She also will discuss herbal Oswald J. Nitschke House, local Uniforms will be available at the www.goleader.com tea gardening. history and culture. first class and throughout the A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 10, 2014 Page 9 WF Education Fund’s Wine Tasting and Auction WESTFIELD - The Education Fund vested, reaching every school in the of Westfield invites the community to district and every area of the curricu- its Annual Wine Tasting and Auction lum. on Saturday, April 26, at 7 p.m. at Echo Many of the educational resources Lake Country Club. The evening will and programs obtained by these grants include a sampling of fine wines and likely would not have been funded good food, entertainment, and auc- through the traditional district budget. tions. All proceeds will go to fund Roosevelt Intermediate School re- grants for technology and innovative cently dedicated its Outdoor Classroom, programs for the students in the which was funded in part by an Educa- Westfield Public Schools. tion Fund grant. This past fall, educa- The event will feature diverse wine tors and students from Westfield High selections donated by ShopRite Li- School gave a very successful presen- quors and food from the Echo Lake tation at a technology workshop held at Saturday, April 19 Country Club dining room. the state School Boards Convention. Dan Margolis, pianist and member The Chief Innovation Officer for the of the “dad band” DNR will provide state Department of Education re- Kehler Stadium musical interludes on the piano. The quested this after visiting the high school New Jersey Workshop for the Arts Jazz and being extremely impressed with Games begin at 9:30 a.m. Combo will perform. the approach used to improve instruc- FRANKLIN BASH…Franklin Elementary School parents and staff enjoyed All proceeds benefit: “Shaking Their Winter Blues” at the PTO’s annual “Franklin Bash” social and Both a live and a silent auction will tion using 21st century skills and elec- fundraiser held last week at Shackamaxon Country Club. Pictured are PTO be held. The auctions will offer the tronic tools. The tools employed were President Dana Kaplan Richter, Franklin Bash Co-Chairs Clarissa Taylor and opportunity to bid on artwork, jewelry, an iPad cart, completely funded by an Jennifer Katz among the many gift baskets auctioned to help raise funds toward tickets to entertainment and sport Ed Fund grant. technological improvements at the school. events, sports memorabilia, getaways, Other recent grants included a and other offerings. Highlights includes “tremor table” to simulate earthquakes two nights at the Marriott in Manhat- for eighth grade science, a Musical Franklin Bash Proceeds to tan, a one-week stay at a cabin in Maine, Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) dinners in Manhattan, and golf out- lab at the high school, and an interac- ings. Tickets to be auctioned include tive art project for an elementary school. Benefit Audio/Visual Upgrade theater, the David Letterman Show, Tickets are $75 and are available at WESTFIELD – The Franklin El- winter blues” thanks to musician Tim and the Jets. westfieldnj.com/edfund or by sending ementary School PTO hosted its an- Kelly and the local band, It’s What This annual event raises money for a request and check to The Education nual parent-teacher social and You Think, featuring Franklin dad, the Education Fund to provide grants Fund of Westfield, P.O. Box 2221, fundraiser on March 29 at Dan Ortolani, with Ellen Pluta and for innovative learning programs in Westfield, N.J. 07090. Shackamaxon Country Club, with Sarah Riffel. Westfield Public Schools. To date, more Echo Lake Country Club is located approximately 200 guests in atten- According to event co-chairs than $350,000 in grants have been in- at 515 Springfield Avenue, Westfield. WHS Lax Fundraiser to dance. Clarissa Taylor and Christine Rossin, Two local newscasters acted as the who celebrated the evening’s suc- evening’s hosts. Westfield’s own Joe cess, proceeds will help upgrade tech- Benefit Imagine Nolan, on-air reporter for WCBS- nology throughout Franklin School. HONOR ROLL By BETSEY BURGDORF whose own father died while she was TV, ESPN Radio, and stadium voice A key technological improvement Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Roosevelt Intermediate School — Second Marking Period in high school. “My brother played for the New York Jets and Rutgers will be the installation of a state-of- lacrosse and I know he too would be football, emceed the event along with the-art, audio-visual system in the WESTFIELD – The Westfield High television and radio personality Chris gymnasium/auditorium area. This Seventh Grade Nicole Dispenza, Charlotte Fountain- School (WHS) boys lacrosse team incredibly moved by this show of sup- Distinguished Honor Roll Jardim, Chelsea Frisch, Ava Graham, will hold its annual fundraiser on Sat- port. We definitely fell through the Carlin, co-host of New York Mets’ new system would vastly improve cracks when our dad died. Our sup- telecasts and the play-by-play voice communications for cultural arts as- Justin Almendral, Caitlin Amman, Deanna Hanchuk, Owen Heim, Julia urday, April 19, at Kehler Stadium. for Rutgers football and men’s bas- semblies and other educational pre- Ireland Applegarth, Matthew Bartok, Hinderliter, Yenteen Hu, Sara Isser, This year, the boys’ will join forces port groups are free to children and Caitlyn Basile, Joseph Beatty, Brendan Kane, Julia Kuhn, Ava with the WHS girls’ lacrosse team families for as long as needed and so ketball games. sentations. we depend on this type of generous Franklin’s music teacher, Brent “Tonight is a perfect example of Samantha Bebel, Leah Bremer, Lehavi, Ethan Manning, Allison with all proceeds benefiting Imagine, Geyer, entertained the crowd with how together we can make a differ- George Burke, Matthew Cafiero, Mattessich, Timothy McAuliffe, Ken- a center for coping with loss. support and partnership from the com- Jacqueline Callahan, Kyle neth Meyer, Laura Meyer, Catherine The boys’ lacrosse team will host munity. None of this would be pos- live piano music during cocktail hour. ence in our children’s education,” sible without our generous support- Guests were inspired to “shake their said Ms. Taylor. Campanello, Aiden Cascio, Jeremy Moore, Olivia Morrison, Sydney Ridgewood High School with the JV Cha, William Collins, Avery Conrad, Nigro, John O’Hern, Thomas Omberg, game beginning at 9:30 a.m.; Boys ers.” Theo Dardia, Rebecca Dunaief, Jack Sydney Paoletti, Nikita Paranjape, varsity will follow at 11:30 a.m. The According to Ms. Robinson, Imag- Westfield High School In Gambello, Francis Gialanella, Maya Madison Pena, William Rackear, girls’ lacrosse team will host ine has a Youth Advisory Council of Grantz, Jared Greenspan, Lauren Kayla Rinn, Abby Rothenberg, Casey Hunterdon Central with varsity play- teens from Westfield and surrounding Greenspan, Grace Gruters, Emma Ryan, Jordan Sacher, Harry Schlenger, ing at 2 p.m.; Girls’ JV will close out communities who are passionate about Semi-Final Fed Challenge Hamilton, Brianna Hatch, Nathan Vraj Shah, Daniel Shenker, Gianna the day with a game at 3:30 p.m. At the and committed to Imagine’s mission Hefner, Caroline Hendrix, Emma Slusher, Mackenzie Smith, Luke start of the games, WHS boys lacrosse and the families it serve. Called iYAC WESTFIELD – The Westfield High This year’s team consists of Evan Herber, Corinne Herz, Brian Hinkel, Spellman, Caroline Stockwell, Timo- side-line manager, Reid Colwell, will for short, the youth facilitate support School Fed Challenge Team has ad- Garfinkel, Jake Wasserman, Will Catherine Jennings, Georgiana thy Storms, Stefan Sujanthakumar, sing the National Anthem. groups, help with fundraising and vanced to the semi-final round in the Crenshaw, Matt Micele, and Erica Katsingris, Christian Kreusser, Sarah Mira Yang, Elliott Zornitsky The all-day event promises to be a Imagine events and provide insight 18th annual Fed Challenge. The team Millwater. Landriau, Erica Lawrence, Jasper Honor Roll good time for the entire family. Food from the youth perspective. competed in the preliminary round Westfield High School Social Stud- Lemberg, Matthew Leone, Kevin Li, Connor Abrams, Leah Andrews, and merchandise will be available Even if you are unable to attend the held at the New York Federal Reserve ies teacher Thomas Hornish was as- Fareda Marzouk, Lillian Maz, Ian Harrison Bailey, Ethan Bandelli, Grace throughout the day, a 50/50 raffle will fundraiser, WHS Head Lacrosse Coach Bank in NYC on March 20, against 90 sisted throughout the year by colleague McCabe, Timothy McGann, Mary Blake, Emily Boll, Alexandra Borg, be held and contests including a shot- Patrick Tuohy urges the community to teams from Connecticut, Long Island, Jim Lane. Westfield has been a partici- McHugh, Timothy Miller, Luke Miles Brancatella, Eric Brunt, Julian clock for young lacrosse players will support Imagine. “Organizations like the five boroughs, and Northern New pant in the Fed Challenge since 1999 Mizus, Natalie Nolan, Colleen Bryen, Julia Buoscio, Ryan Burns, highlight up-and-coming talent. At- Imagine do such an important job Jersey. and has been to the semi-final round O’Connor, Matthew Paden, Alexander Liam Campanile, Jessica Chicola, Cara tendees are asked to bring items from helping people deal with loss. While The Westfield team scored 38 out of 10 times and to the finals five times. Park, Julia Plawker, Jackson Price, Condodina, Thomas Cugno, Christo- Imagine’s “Wish List” which includes loss is something that we will all deal 40 in the round with the commentary The Fed Challenge high school com- Vaughan Price, Amanda Pyle, Mara pher Culhane, Jonathan DeDomenico, “Sculpey” sculpting clay, writing jour- with at some point in our lives, places from the judges calling it an outstand- petition is an educational program that Rao, Emily Reddy, Bridget Reinhard, Steven DiMaria, Matthew Doyle, nals suitable for boys and adults and like Imagine provide assistance to ing presentation. Westfield will be aims to encourage students to learn Julia Romano, Sean Root, Julia Frank Duggan, McKenna old phone books. people who need help dealing with among the 20 teams to compete in the more about the Federal Reserve Sys- Sackett, David Sherwood, Savannah Edmondson, Katharine Encinas, Based in Westfield, the mission of loss,” Coach Tuohy told The Westfield semi-final round on April 10 with the tem and to spur interest in economics Stewart, Matthew Su, Carlee Swanson, James Fritz, Jessica Fritz, Samantha Imagine is to support children and Leader and The Times. “I recommend hope of moving on to the final five that and finance as the basis for a possible Keeley Thompson, Sofia Toglia, An- Fritz, Greta Frontero, Carson Gama, families who are grieving and to foster everyone visit their website — afternoon. career. drew Zanfagna Kurt Gerckens, Jason Glickstein, resiliency and emotional well-being imaginenj.org — and watch their Honor Roll Kathryn Gonzalez, Molly Greenberg, for all those who grieve. Imagine peer video. This is really a very special Samantha Addis, Dylan Alfano, Josephine Greenwood, Lucy Gretsky, support groups are for children and organization.” Austin Arabatzis, Griffin Aslanian, Evan Gruters, Hunter Hagan, Kaeley teens age 3-18 and young adults 18- Shaping players on the field is the Felix Baur, Ethan Berman, Megan Hazard, Tyler Hoffmann, Luke 30 who are coping with loss due to the main focus of any coach, but Coach Bertsch, Sean Boley, Olivia Booth, Hunziker, Jack Johnson, Will death or a parent or sibling, or who Tuohy also strives to teach his players Jonathan Brennan, Nora Brindle, Kieselstein, Ryan Kirby, Michael have a parent or primary caregiver the importance of being involved in Nathan Bryant, Pietro Buontempo, Knapp, Eric Knauss, Linus Koglin, who is ill. Imagine provides concur- their community. “Our annual Meredith Case, Maura Caton, Nicho- Tate Kronick, Abigail Lafemina, rent support groups for the parents of fundraising event is very important las Chermak, Samantha Colucci, Tho- Samuel Lamchek, Emma Levitt, Jor- the children, and in the case of illness because it not only raises awareness mas Colucci, Duncan Cook, Madeline dan Lipkind, , Kaitlin Mackin, Will- for the person who is sick. Imagine for that year’s charity or organization, Covington, Celine Crenshaw, Matthew iam Magnanini, Keira Mangam, Chris- also offers transformative experien- but helps teach our players that they Crowley, Ellie Curry, Jaden Damesek, topher Marner, Nadia Matin, Melina tial workshops and training in the must give back and get involved in Liam Dougherty, Emma Downer, McDevitt, Olivia McElheny, Patrick schools, workplaces and other social order to be part of a community,” Christopher Duffy, Jeremy Enslin, McIlroy, Devon McLane, Joshua service agencies, as well as providing Coach Tuohy stated. “I know that Carley Farella, Anne Friel, Charlotte Mendelson, Matthew Meusel, Evelyn on-site support in schools and work- although we always try to do a good Geary, Aidan Gilman, Drew Glassman, Miller, Matthew Mineo, Benjamin places after a trauma or loss. job raising our kids, I think that Garrett Gold, Thalia Grandinetti, Mizrach, Catherine Moriarty, John “Our programs are growing so they sometimes miss out on what it Rachel Hamelburg, Elias Hamlin, , , Morris, Olivia Mueller, Brooke quickly because of the great need in means to be part of a larger commu- Caitlan Haviland, Adam Holtzman, Murphy, Ophelia Murray, Haley this community – over 700 children nity. Doing fundraisers like this Genevieve Howell, Patrick Johnston, Mykytka, Mark Natiello, Christopher annually will lose a parent to death in helps with the development of our Taylah Jordan, Lauren Kamienski, O’Connor, Benjamin Outten, Leigh Union County. That’s every year. Over players.” Michael Kaveney, Meghan Kobrin, Papadopoulos, Gianna Parsekian, Jes- 160 children and adults from 39 New If you are unable to attend the FED CHALLENGE…The Westfield High School Fed Challenge Team has Marie Koglin, Dylan Kurstedt, sica Perkins, Nina Pitre, Stuart Pol- Jersey towns are currently participat- fundraiser, but would like to sup- advanced to the semi-final round in the 18th annual Fed Challenge. This year’s Frederick Kurtz, Jacqueline Kurtz, lock, Catherine Posyton, Hailey ing in Imagine support groups,” said port this worthy cause, donation can team consists of pictured, left to right, Evan Garfinkel, Jake Wasserman, Will Amanda Kurtz, Madison Kurtz, Priscoe, Samuel Pugliese, Jessica Imagine Program Director Mandi be sent directly to Imagine, 1 East Crenshaw, Matt Micele, and Erica Millwater, shown here in the New York City Amanda Latowsky, Connor LaVelle, Ripperger, Lucille Ritter, Julia Roth, Zucker. Broad Street, P.O. Box 711, Westfield, financial district following the preliminary round. Samantha Leftheris, Sofia Lemberg, Daniel Russo, Molly Ryan, Caroline “We are very grateful to the N.J. 07090. For more information on Aidan Lezynski, Brendan Loder, Mat- Salemy, Mark Schiavo, Noah Westfield girls and boys lacrosse teams Imagine call (908) 264-3100 or visit Four UC Students Selected To Attend ‘Boys State’ thew Loftus, Mark Lovito, Ava Luzzi, Schwartz, Lindsey Sharlow, Whitney for choosing Imagine and for showing www.imaginenj.org. SCOTCH PLAINS – Four Union ship.” Joseph Maldonado, Nicholas Shyposh, Lauren Singer, Connor such leadership and compassion. Their Kehler Stadium is located at 800 Catholic students, Corey Barnwell Providing a foundation for under- Manganello, Tyler Mastronardi, Ava Smith, Andrew Stahl, Joshua Stryker, commitment to the community and to Rahway Avenue in Westfield. Parking of New Providence, Jonathan Boros standing self-government and ma- Maurillo, , James McCutcheon, Erin Graham Studwell, Rollins Terry, Lucas those who are suffering is incredibly is available in the Edison Intermedi- of Fords, Daniel Florendo of Scotch jor public issues, Boys’ State at- McDonald, Matthew McIntyre, Jus- Toglia, Juliana Tully, Tessa Verga, Alan inspiring,” said Imagine Founder and ate School parking lot directly across Plains, and Richard Ryngel of Union, tempts to drive home the ideals and tin Messerman, Olivia Miedrzynski, Wagner, William Walsweer, , Leo Executive Director Mary Robinson, the street. were recently selected to attend processes of democracy. Union Caroline Mikovits, Wyatt Miller, Kate Warsh, Nicholas Weiner, Alex Wendel, American Legion Jersey Boys’ State Catholic chose these students based Murphy, Ryan Murphy, Nicholas Devin Wendel, Jacob Wornow, Tyler at Rider University this summer. The on their school involvement, leader- Murray, Megan Neiswenter, Jolie Wright, Kimberly Zimmermann. program was organized for citizen ship qualities, and character. They O’Brien, Jennifer O’Connell, Ajay training purposes, to educate youth were interviewed and accepted as Olson, Sophia Pappalardo, Karl Peter, Calling All Students of in the “duties, privileges, rights and delegates by American Legion Post Dayne Peterson, Zachary Peterson, responsibilities of American citizen- 3 in Westfield. Olivia Pierce, Mikayla Pinto, Nicole Anne Marie Petriano Player, Bridget Quinn, Paige Radice, WESTFIELD — After almost 30 Michaela Ramos, Charles Riley, years of exemplary service at Abigail Riordan, Kendall Robertson, Tamaques Elementary School, Anne Anna Ronk, Chloe Root, Julia Rubel, Marie Petriano will retire from her Lea Rudow, Jacob Saltzer, Julia teaching career. Salvato, Nicole Scheuermann, Jillian When asked what she would like Schimer, Theodore Schoenfeld, Jack as a parting gift, she mentioned the Sharkey, Jai Sharma, William Shep- one thing she would truly appreciate herd, Madeleine Sherry, Olivia would be a photograph of all the Shields, Mary Joy Sidhom, Tucker students she has ever taught at Siegel, Alexandra Spiezio, Caroline Tamaques. Steiner, Alexandra Sumas, Mia Sutton, Principal Mike Cullen is working Juan Thompson, Lauren Triarsi, to make this a reality, and is planning Leonidas Tsirigotis, Grace Urbano, a group photograph scheduled for Taylor Venturino, Daniella Vollaro, Friday May 30, at 6 p.m. at Tamaques Lauren Wang, Rebecca Wolfe, Elementary School. Stephanie Xiao, Chloe Zimmerman This is an opportunity for students Eighth Grade of all ages to be reunited with Mrs. PERFECT…Eight Westfield High School (WHS) students have achieved Distinguished Honor Roll Petriano and to honor her service to perfect scores in January on the SAT and in March on ACT standardized Yara Assadi, Yallen Bai, Thomas the community and acknowledge the tests. WHS Principal Peter Renwick, far left, congratulated students pictured, left to right, are: Katherine Ko (ACT English); William Crenshaw Beck, Natalie Bond, Nicholas Bond, indelible mark she has made on so (SAT Writing); Brian Johnson (SAT Math); Andrew Zale (ACT Science); and DEMOCRACY FOR ALL…Four Union Catholic students were recently se- Emma Bopp, Chloe Brown, Matthew many students’ lives. Griffin Mooney (SAT and ACT Math). Missing from the photo are Albert lected to attend American Legion Jersey Boys’ State at Rider University. Canabarro, Michael Canabarro, Grace For more information or to RSVP Chen (SAT Reading and Writing); William Chen (SAT Writing); and Ben- Pictured, from left to right, are: Corey Barnwell of New Providence, Richard Cash, Matthew Cetlin, Eve Crandall, email Binaifer Vesuna at jamin Howell (ACT English). This group of students brings to 29 the total of Ryngel of Union, Daniel Florendo of Scotch Plains, and Jonathan Boros of Fords. Madeline Davis, Andrew Dazzo, [email protected]. perfect SAT or ACT scores thus far in the 2013-2014 school year in Westfield. Page 10 Thursday, April 10, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Cranford Hist. Soc. Plans Westfield Foundation Seeks ‘Victorian Hat Box Tea’ Grant Applicants For 2014 CRANFORD — The Cranford respond by Friday, April 18, as seat- WESTFIELD – The Westfield Historical Society will present its granted to the Westfield Food Pan- ing is limited. Proceeds will benefit Foundation is actively seeking grant “Victorian Hat Box Tea” fundraiser the restoration of the Hanson House try, in the amount of $10,000, in the applications for 2014. Since 1975, aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. on Saturday, May 3, from noon to 2 living room furniture. the Foundation’s mission has been p.m., at the Hanson House, located The Westfield Foundation is seek- To respond, individuals should to provide funding support in the at 38 Springfield Avenue in Cranford. send their name, address, e-mail ad- ing out new initiatives that will im- areas of the arts, health, aging, his- prove the quality of life in and around The price is $20 per person. dress and phone number, along with toric preservation, social services Guest speaker Gail Alterman, the the community. A grant application a check for $20 per person made and civic projects. In pursuit of Society’s costume curator, will speak payable to the Cranford Historical and criteria can be found on the these goals, the Westfield Founda- Westfield Foundation website, about Victorian clothing. Attendees Society. These should be mailed to: tion has granted more than $4 mil- are invited to wear Victorian hats and thewestfieldfoundation.com. Appli- Cranford Historical Society, 38 lion to various organizations. Victorian attire, which is optional, Springfield Avenue, Cranford, N.J. cations are reviewed quarterly. In the first quarter for 2014, the Money to support the and to enjoy an afternoon of fun and 07016. For more information, call Foundation granted almost $44,000 socializing. the Historical Society’s office at Foundation’s grants is provided by Tea, tea sandwiches and dessert to seven local organizations. These Westfield residents. For more in- (908) 276-0082 or e-mail funds will be used to secure respite will be served. Three hat boxes filled [email protected]. BIG APPLE...Tamaques Elementary School students perfom in “Tamaques formation about Westfield Founda- Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple,” the school’s annual fundraiser. The show, one care for caregivers, enhance the with items, along with a Victorian tion grant or donor opportunities, Established in 1928, the Cranford of the school’s oldest traditions and biggest fundraisers, took place last weekend pathways of a county garden, sup- ornate gold frame wall mirror, will be Historical Society is a non-profit or- call Betsy Chance, executive direc- at Westfield High School. port a local arts organization and tor, at (908) 233-9787. raffled off. There also will be a 50/50 ganization. For more information, offer a playwriting residency pro- raffle. Interested persons are asked to visit cranfordhistoricalsociety.com. gram for senior citizens. JCSS to Present Tamaques School Show Recipients include Habitat for Humanity, Memories Live Founda- Model Seder Sunday tion, Premier Stages at Kean Uni- AREA — Erin Weinberger of Brings Home The ‘Big Apple’ versity, the Alzheimer’s Association, Union County, principal of the Jew- WESTFIELD —Tamaques El- Alfonso and Marisa Truselo and the Westfield United Fund, the Mas- ish Cultural School, will lead her ementary School’s show, one of guidance counselor Frank Uveges ter Gardeners of Union County and students in presenting parts of the the school’s oldest traditions and via voice-overs. The students lis- the New Jersey Festival Orchestra. secular Haggadah at the Jewish Cul- biggest fundraisers, took place at ten to their advice and follow the In addition to supporting the capi- tural School and Society (JCSS) Westfield High School on April 4 “Edison Road.” Clues are also tal projects of established social ser- Model Seder this Sunday, April 13. and 5. Over 300 enthusiastic given by Edison Intermediate vice agencies in the community, the The intergenerational celebration Tamaques students of all grades School Principal Matt Bolton, and Westfield Foundation has been an and potluck lunch of the JCSS will be sang, danced, and acted their way by Tamaques School Principal important resource of “seed money” held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the to a sold out auditorium for the Michael Cullen. Ultimately, the for smaller organizations and emerg- Baird Center, located at 5 Mead Street show, entitled “Tamaques Takes a students find their apples and their ing needs. in South Orange. The program will Bite Out of the Big Apple.” way back to Tamaques before the Two recipients of “seed money” recognize the Warsaw Ghetto upris- The show opens with fifth grad- “Clap Out.” included a Westfield Eagle Scout ing of Pesach 1943 and will feature ers talking about the apples that Mixed throughout the show are who was awarded $1,000 for his songs in English, Hebrew and Yid- they will wear for the “Clap Out,” 21 New York-themed acts with mu- effort to build a Korean War Memo- dish. Guest families are invited for a a tradition of fifth grade students sic from songs like, “Jenny from rial, and Imagine, A Center for Cop- suggested donation of $30; the cost walking through the halls of the the Block,” “Boogaloo Down ing With Loss, which offers year- for member families is $10. elementary school upon graduat- Broadway” and “King of New round grief counseling and received For more information about the ing, accompanied by the entire York.” Extras transition from one $15,000. Emergency funds were JCSS, visit jcss-nj.org or contact school clapping for them. The stu- act to the next, acting as if they are [email protected] or dents received these apples on their on a busy street in NYC. During SHERIFF’S SALE (973) 200-8309. first day of kindergarten at Lin- intermission, a small group of stu- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000626 Having an Eggciting Time at Williams Nursery SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY coln School. A mystical storm dents perform as if they are street CHANCERY DIVISION erupts and transports them to Times performers on the subway. UNION COUNTY Probitas Verus Honos DOCKET NO. F-002292-12 Williams Nursery Sets April 19 Egg Hunt Square in Manhattan. This is the The show was produced by vet- Plaintiff: MIDFIRST BANK VS. SHERIFF’S SALE WESTFIELD — Williams a free event. Please arrive at least 30 start of the shows’ echoing many eran producers, Joanne Defendant: DAWN DOUGHLIN; KWASI themes from “The Wizard of Oz”. Geschickter and Marielle Brown, WAHTUSE SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000666 Nursery’s 18th Annual Easter Egg minutes early; the hunt will begin at Sale Date: 04/23/2014 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Hunt will take place Saturday, April exactly 2 p.m. The nursery is located A group of fifth grade speakers who spent countless hours creat- Writ of Execution: 01/27/2014 CHANCERY DIVISION By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution UNION COUNTY 19, at 2 p.m. There will be over at 524 Springfield Avenue. pick up clues as they travel through ing the vision of the show and to me directed I shall expose for sale by public DOCKET NO. F-11650-12 5,000 eggs filled with candy and the five boroughs of New York bringing it to life. They were not vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Plaintiff: LNV CORPORATION Paid Bulletin Board TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- VS. toys. Take your picture with the Eas- (akin to Dorothy’s journey through alone in the endeavor; parent vol- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Defendant: LINDA RILEY; AND GLENN goleader.com/express WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of RILEY, HER HUSBAND; AMERICAN EXPRESS ter Bunny. The Egg Hunt is for chil- Oz), getting help along the way unteers worked tirelessly over the said day. All successful bidders must have 20% TRAVEL SERVICES from fifth grade teachers Josh past several months creating the of their bid available in cash or certified check at Sale Date: 04/23/2014 dren 10 years and under. This will be the conclusion of the sales. Writ of Execution: 01/23/2014 Miller, Rachel Rubin, Victor routines, designating students per The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Fifty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-Six to me directed I shall expose for sale by public The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski each routine, designing scenery and 13/100*** $356,226.13. vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Lance Comments on and props, rehearsing in after- The property to be sold is located in: The TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Presents Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on school hours, making costumes, State of New Jersey. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of House GOP Budget Commonly known as: 1533 East Second said day. All successful bidders must have 20% selling and distributing tickets and Street, Unit 4, Building B, Scotch Plains, New of their bid available in cash or certified check at WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. creating an ad book. The show is a Jersey 07076 the conclusion of the sales. Tax Lot No.: 1 in Block: 204.02 The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) last large-scale volunteer commitment. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) Condo Fifty-Six Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Three Nearest Cross Street: Farley Avenue and 15/100*** $356,573.15. week released a statement regard- “I really would be remiss if I Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- The property to be sold is located in the Town- ing the House Republican Fiscal didn’t mention all the children and nicipal or tax liens that may be due. ship of Scotch Plains, County of Union and State Subject to Tax and prior lien info: Taxes/ of New Jersey. Year 2015 “Path to Prosperity” the directors who gave so much of sewer/water may be delinquent - you must check Commonly known as: 319 Myrtle Avenue, with the tax collector for exact amounts due. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Budget blueprint. their time and effort in support of Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgements (if Tax Lot No.: 11 in Block No.: 903 “Today, under the leadership of the show,” stated Ms. Geschickter. any): None. Dimension of Lot Approximately: 65 x 99 Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Sixty-Nine Nearest Cross Street: Mountain Avenue House Budget Chairman Paul Ryan, “This is really a group effort to Thousand Nine Hundred and 77/100*** Beginning at a point in the northerly side of $369,900.77 together with lawful interest and Myrtle Avenue distant 200 feet southeasterly congressional Republicans unveiled bring a show like this to life and costs. along the same from its intersection with the a budget blueprint that addresses I’m extremely grateful.” Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- southeasterly side of Mountain Avenue and run- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and ning thence 1) Along the northerly side of Myrtle our nation’s long-term fiscal chal- The Tamaques Show is a popu- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Avenue, South 42 degrees, 34’ East 65 feet, money will be deposited into the Superior Court thence lenges truthfully and in a fiscally lar way for students to express their Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Prior Liens/Encumbrances responsible manner. The Path to creativity, show school spirit, meet or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to 2014 QTR 1 Taxes Open: $1,856.37 Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature 2012 3rd Party Untility Lien Sold on 10/23/ Prosperity plan includes common- with old and new friends and expe- and extent of that person’s claim and asking for 2013 Cert #.:13-0022: $290.80 an order directing payment of the surplus money. Total as of February 4, 2014: $2,147.17 sense priorities and policies that rience performing in front of oth- The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Sixty-Eight will foster economic growth and ers while raising money for their will have information regarding the surplus, if Thousand Ninety-Six and 47/100*** $368,096.47 any. together with lawful interest and costs. job creation: balancing the federal school. Kyle Snyder, a fifth grader “The Fair Housing Act prohibits”any prefer- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Back row: Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq., Jennifer L. Young, Esq. & Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair) ence, limitation, or discrimination because of tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Front row: Eva Uhrik, Esq. and Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq. budget in a decade, cutting waste- stated, “This year is my last year at race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial sta- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the ful spending, reigning in our na- Tamaques. I will miss the fun prac- tus, or national origin, or intention to make such money will be deposited into the Superior Court preference, limitation or discrimination” in con- Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, 5 Lawyers, 5 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates tional debt, harnessing domestic tices with my friends and showing nection with any aspect or a residential real or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to energy, restoring patient-centered off on stage at the show.” estate transaction, Zucker, Goldberg, and Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce including Ackerman, LLC encourages and supports the and extent of that person’s claim and asking for health care, strengthening retire- “When you finish your act and equal housing practives of the Fair Housing Act an order directing payment of the surplus money. custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of assets, alimony, child in the conduct of its business.” The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale ment and safety net programs and everyone claps, you know you did There is a full legal description on file in the will have information regarding the surplus, if support, college costs, prenuptial agreements, mediation, domestic violence, Union County Sheriff’s Office. any. reforming the tax code. a great job. It seems as though the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this There is a full legal description on file in the palimony, post-divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions “I applaud Chairman Ryan for Show brought the Clap Out tradi- sale for any length of time without further adver- Union County Sheriff’s Office. Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference his hard work and courage and look tisement. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this tion alive, even without the apples,” Ralph Froehlich sale for any length of time without further adver- forward to an honest and robust Sheriff tisement. Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. Tamaques fourth grade student Attorney: Ralph Froehlich discussion in the House on the fis- Asher Sternberg stated. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC Sheriff 340 North Avenue 200 SHEFFIELD STREET Attorney: Cranford, New Jersey 07016 cal path of our nation. Those Money raised from the show will SUITE 301 FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, PC MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 7 CENTURY DRIVE (908) 272-0200 tempted to criticize should instead most likely go towards the goal of (908) 233-8500 SUITE 201 www.dughihewit.com offer their ideas to help advance providing air-conditioning units File No XFZ-132042-R1 PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054 4 T - 03/27, 04/03, 04/10 (973) 538-4700 this important national discussion.” for all of the classrooms. & 04/17/14 Fee: $199.92 4 T - 03/27, 04/03, 04/10 & 04/17/14 Fee: $183.60 SHERIFF’S SALE Goods & Services You Need SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000861 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. F-008194-12 JK’s Painting & Plaintiff: MIDFIRST BANK 30 Years VS. Defendant: MARY JANE WOLFLA Wall Covering Experience Sale Date: 04/30/2014 Writ of Execution: 02/06/2014 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Interior Painting to me directed I shall expose for sale by public BLACK TOP vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Wallpaper Removal TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Handyman TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Wallpaper Installation WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of PAVING said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Plaster & Sheet Rock Repair of their bid available in cash or certified check at DRIVEWAYS CONCRETE the conclusion of the sales. Mr. Reliable The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred PARKING LOTS BRICK PAVERS Call Joe Klingebiel Twenty-Six Thousand Eighteen and 17/100*** $326,018.17. 908-322-1956 The property to be sold is located in: The 908-889-4422 (908) 462.4755 Borough of Fanwood, County of Union, State of FREE ESTIMATES FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES New Jersey. Commonly known as: 29 Stewart Place, Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. Tax Lot No.: 28 in Block: 26 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 40 x 163. Nearest Cross Street: Terrill Road RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, municipal or tax liens that may be due. Subject to Tax and prior lien infor: Recessed Lighting At the time of publication taxes/sewer/water information was not available - you must check with the tax collector for the exact amountsa due. Service Upgrades Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgements (if any): None Phones & Cable Lines Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Two and 81/ 100*** $339,982.81 together with lawful interest Additions and Renovations and costs. 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Addi- Joe Bush and assistant golf profes- tionally, Mr. Elliott will grow the club’s sional Jay Orsino. Since being pur- golf instructional program and camps chased by an affiliate of RDC Golf with Mr. Bush and enhance member Group in December of 2011, relations and customer service. Shackamaxon’s golf membership has “Dave Elliott shares our vision for more than doubled in size and new providing a first-class, value-filled golf Westfield Baseball programs, clinics and tournaments program for members and guests of Opening Day are being introduced every season. all ages and abilities,” Shackamaxon by Paul Lachenauer Paul Lachenaur for The Westfield Leader and The Times BASEBALL FANS...The Westfield Baseball League and the Girls Softball Mr. Elliott comes to Shackamaxon Country Club co-owner Christopher League held their annual Opening Day Parade on Saturday morning, which was with nearly 20 years of experience in Schiavone said. “His experience, attended by Mayor Andy Skibitsky and Councilman Keith Loughlin. the golf course operations industry. knowledge and expertise will be tre- Woman Convicted of Falsifying, Most recently, Mr. Elliott served as the mendous assets to our club as we head golf professional for both Miry continue to grow and prosper.” Stealing Medical Records in BH Lance Hails Mental Health Run Country Club in Trenton and Mr. Elliott is a graduate of The BERKELEY HEIGHTS — A ing corporate headquarters, Ebuzor- Wedgewood Country Club in University of Texas at Austin, where Union County jury has returned guilty Onayemi drove back to the group Turnersville, N.J., where he supervised he majored in marketing and finance. verdicts against a former worker at a home, broke in, and stole the records Law After Ft. Hood Shooting a combined staff of nearly 46 and di- He currently resides in Doylestown, Berkeley Heights group home who implicating her, according to Ms. rected golf course operations, instruc- Pa. with his fiancé Lisa and their five falsified medical records and later stole Tomlinson. Sentencing in the case has WASHINGTON, D.C — Rep. care system is more important than tional programs and merchandising. children. Leonard Lance (R-7th) has hailed the ever following last week’s shooting at them after she was fired, acting Union been scheduled for Friday, May 16. new federal law that includes many Ft. Hood in Texas. County Prosecutor Grace H. Park an- Gallery U Boutique provisions of his ‘Excellence in Mental “Yesterday’s (last Wednesday’s) nounced last Thursday. Health Care Act.’ The lawmaker said tragic incident at Ft. Hood is yet an- Joy Ebuzor-Onayemi, 48, of East Hosts Art Strings improving the nation’s mental health other reminder that our mental health Orange was convicted of third-degree care system is not working nearly as burglary and fourth-degree falsifying Fundraiser SHERIFF’S SALE well as it should,” said Mr. Lance, a medical records following several WESTFIELD – Gallery U Bou- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-14000925 hours of jury deliberation and a five- tique will host the New Jersey Sym- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY member of the Energy and Commerce CHANCERY DIVISION Health Subcommittee who has been day trial before state Superior Court phony Orchestra’s (NJSO) Art UNION COUNTY Judge Stuart Peim. DOCKET NO. F-026945-12 part of a congressional working group Strings fundraiser at a public re- Plaintiff: US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, In the spring of 2011, Ebuzor- ception on Sunday, May 18, from 2 AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET on mental health issues for more than a SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE year. “I join all Americans in extending Onayemi was tasked with taking and to 5 p.m. The public is invited to PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES recording blood-pressure readings of 2006-AR6 my deepest sympathies to those vic- stop in to view this year’s collec- VS. patients at the aforementioned group tion of painted violins and support Defendant: MATTHEW G. CALDER; JENNI- tims who lost their lives... and their FER B. CALDER; WELLS FARGO BANK, NA; families and pledge to continue my home, where people with develop- the NJSO. STATE OF NEW JERSEY; UNITED STATES mental disabilities resided and re- OF AMERICA work to improve community mental Not only will those in attendance Sale Date: 04/30/2014 ceived care, according to Union have the opportunity to view origi- Writ of Execution: 01/16/2014 health care in our country.” By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Mr. Lance and Rep. Doris Matsui County Assistant Prosecutor Meghan nal artwork, but will have the chance to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Tomlinson, who prosecuted the case. vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- (D-Cal., 6th) last year introduced the to purchase raffle tickets to win TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- On one occasion, however, Ebuzor- one of the Art Strings violins. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Excellence in Mental Health Care Act WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of to put community mental health cen- Onayemi failed to follow protocol Art Strings is a creative art project said day. All successful bidders must have 20% after recording an abnormally high of their bid available in cash or certified check at ters on more equal footing with other that raises funds for the NJSO’s the conclusion of the sales. Photo courtesy of Glenn Mortimer reading for a patient, contacting a extensive education and commu- The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred health centers by improving quality Fifty-Five Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty-Six and standards and expanding access. The PLAY BALL...The Mountainside Youth Baseball and Softball Association kicked physician instead of calling 911 im- nity engagement programs. Each 83/100*** $555,856.83. off the spring season on Saturday begining with a parade, followed by opening mediately. year the NJSO commissions 10 lo- The property to be sold is located in the Town bill will give Community Mental Health ceremonies and then games. Councilman Glenn Mortimer, center, participates of Westfield, County of Union, State of New The error was uncovered by the cal artists to create individual works Jersey. Centers the opportunity to expand their in the activities. Premises commonly known as: 409 Baker services and obtain necessary designa- company that runs the group home, of art using violins as their canvas, Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey 07090-1960. and during the days leading up to a Being Known as Lot 7, Block 2214 on the tions to provide 24-hour psychiatric drawing inspiration from a musical official Tax Map of the Town of Westfield Union Man Indicted for disciplinary meeting, Ebuzor- program or work the NJSO is pre- Nearest Cross Street: Kimball Avenue care and better integrate physical check- Pursuant to 28, U.S.C. Section 2410??, this ups with mental health services. Onayemi altered the medical record senting during the season. sale is subject to a 120 day right of redemption in question in an attempt to cover up held by the United States of America by virtue of A second measure championed by The violins will be displayed at the Internal Revenue Service Lien: Murder of Girlfriend what she had done, according to Ms. select concerts and local galleries United States of America vs. Matthew Calder Mr. Lance was reviewed by the House & Jennifer Brushaber, dated 5/10/12 recorded 5/ Energy and Commerce Health Sub- UNION — A grand jury has re- according to Union County Assistant Tomlinson. throughout the year, culminating in 23/12 Instrument # 32573 in the approximate On April 8, 2011, her employers amount of $63,103.41. committee. The Helping Families in turned a nine-count indictment against Prosecutor Scott Peterson, who is pros- a raffle drawing on Monday, June Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Seventy-Two fired her, and immediately after leav- 30. Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Two and 11/ Mental Health Crisis Act targets pro- the Union Township man charged with ecuting the case. A joint investigation 100*** $572,322.11 together with lawful interest gramming and resources on psychi- killing and dismembering his girlfriend spearheaded by the Union County and costs. Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or atric care for patients and families last autumn, acting Union County Pros- Homicide Task Force and the Union other charges, and any such taxes, charges, liens, insurance premiums or other advances most in need of services by increas- ecutor Grace H. Park announced last Township Police Department subse- made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested ing inpatient and outpatient treatment Wednesday. quently determined that Ballister took parties are to conduct and rely upon their own independent investigation to ascertain whether options. The measure is expected to Matthew Ballister III, 44, was in- measures to attempt to conceal the or not any outstanding interest remain of record and/or have priority over the lien being fore- be considered by the full House later dicted on charges of first-degree mur- crime, Ms. Peterson said. closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. this spring. der, two counts of second-degree des- Human remains recovered in New- If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a “Improving mental health care is a ecration of human remains, two counts ark five days after Wyckoff’s death return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, critical part of a broader effort to reduce of third-degree hindering apprehen- later were positively identified as be- the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. violence and provide those who need sion, third-degree burglary, third-de- longing to her, and an autopsy revealed Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and the most care the treatment they need. gree making terroristic threats, third- the cause of death to be multiple forms expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court For more than a year the House Energy degree possession of a weapon for an of blunt-force and sharp-force trauma. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN Despite the difference in the score, that. As far as offense goes, I would Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times both teams managed to put the bat on like to see a little more consistency. It Two breakout innings accounted the ball with nine hits apiece. The 1- seems like we got real hot in a couple for all of the Blue Devils’ runs as the 0 Blue Devils, however, put seven of of innings then real cold, so we got to Westfield High School softball team their hits into those two big innings. do a better job of working some counts grabbed an 11-1 victory over the “Our pitching was solid. They were and figuring out some situations,” Cranford Cougars in the season putting the ball in play the whole Blue Devil Head Coach Caitlin opener at Adams Field in Cranford on time. I think our defense had to be on MacDonald said. April 1. their toes. We did a pretty good job of CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times RUNNING THE FIRST LEG...Blue Devil Gabrielle Brennan, center, starts off the first leg of the distance medley relay at the Summit Relays on April 5. The Blue Devils placed fifth in the event. See more photos at Ballyhoo Sports. RAIDERS 4TH OVERALL, BLUE DEVILS 5TH OVERALL Blue Devil Girls, Raider Boys Place Third at Summit Relays

Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN Field in Summit on April 5. 59. The Cougar boys and girls placed Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Blue Devil girls with 39 points 10th overall with a total of 36. Positive results were turned in by and the Raider boys with 46 points In the girls meet, Blue Devils the Westfield High School, Scotch placed third in their respective com- Sophia Goldschmidt, Hannah Plains-Fanwood High School and petition. The Raider boys and girls Hawkins, Elena Chermak and Jenna Cranford High School boys and girls finished fourth overall with a total of Helfand placed first in the 4x100 with David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times track & field teams in the Summit 69, and the Blue Devil boys and girls a time of 51.66. Raiders Christine OUT AT THIRD...Blue Devil Julia Criscuolo gets tagged out at third by Cougar Candice Durant in the second inning. Relays featuring 26 schools at Tatlock finished fifth overall with a total of CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Phillipsburg wrestling coach Dave was posted it was too late and, well, and enjoyed the company of his first Post on Sunday, Feb. 16, after the actions have consequences. The P’burg great-grandson – yes, Ann Marie, the Stateliners capped an undefeated sea- administration spoke, and life – 50 assistant athletic director at Upland son with a 32-21 victory over Southern years after Martin Luther King’s fa- Country Day School in Kennett Square, in the state Group 4 championship: mous “I have a dream” speech and 150 Pa., is a grandmother. “Our guys want to know about our years after the Civil War – slowly moved BY THE NUMBERS history, about coach (Thad) Turner; they on. Anna Tanji’s recent eight-goal per- take pride in it. Brandon Paetzell (a HAPPY ENDINGS formance against Glen Ridge was one sophomore 106-pounder) has been Caroline Baldwin and Sarah Cronin, short of the school girls lacrosse record, wanting to learn about coach Turner the Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig of WHS set in 2013 by Elizabeth Cusick. Tanji and all of our past history. And there girls swimming the past four winters, came into her senior year with 42 ca- aren’t words to describe our fans; half ended their careers at YMCA Nation- reer goals. the town was here to support our kids, als last week in Greensboro, N.C., and Matt Storcks’ seven RBI against and they love that.” they went out with some fast swims. Scotch Plains-Fanwood was third best And people wonder why I love Baldwin went 22.88 and finished ever at WHS. A.J. Murray’s nine ribbies Phillipsburg? second in the 50 free, losing to the vs. Plainfield in 2009 is the record. At In what turned out to be the pivotal defending champion who set a national eight RBI are Ron Nobile, Jay Cook, match, and one of the most historic record 22.46. On Friday, she was dis- Alex Zierler and Mike Murray. wins in a school steeped in historic qualified for an early start in the 100 FACES IN THE CROWD wins, a P’burg 195-pound freshman freestyle, where she was seeded sixth. Glenn Gruber (WHS ’67) became Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times with two varsity wins (both forfeits) She had relay splits of 22.89, 23.10, the seventh Westfielder (Westfieldian?) COMING INTO THIRD...Raider Kevin Maxwell holds up at third in the season-opening game against the Westfield Blue bumped up to 285 and pinned a senior 50.58 and 50.96. to be honored in Sports Illustrated in its Devils in Scotch Plains on April 1. The Blue Devils prevailed, 9-6. with a 23-5 record. Cronin swam a smokin’ 1:49.37 for Faces in the Crowd feature. Gruber, Then in what should have been the ninth in 200 free, winning the consola- now living in California, set a world giddy aftermath of one of the great tion finals. In her other individual record in the 400 freestyle for Masters STORCKS GRAND SLAM, 7 RBI; LIPSHITZ RBI, 2 RUNS victories in the history of the state’s swims, she was eighth in the 100 free in Swimming. He joins Ham Richardson, No. 1 wrestling dynasty, came a rotten 50.97 and 33rd in the 200 IM (2:07.56). Walt Hansgen, Roger Anderson, John tomato to spoil the soup. Seven P’burg She turned in relay splits of 23.22, Ketcham, Lauren Sinnenberg and wrestlers posed in a picture with a 23.48, 50.63, 1:51.26 and 50.15. Hannah Kronick. Blue Devils Use Plate Power wrestling dummy, apparently being STEPPING UP UPCOMING hanged. The dummy was black and The boys lacrosse team hadn’t faced Chatham, which had a scout filming had on a Paulsboro wrestling singlet. the Lawrenceville School since 1997. Saturday’s WHS-Lawrenceville la- Social media being what it is, the photo From 1986-97 it was a good, but one- crosse match, will be the opponent at To Jolt Baseball Raiders, 9-6 went viral and became a controversy sided rivalry, with the Big Red winning Kehler Stadium today at 4. across the state. eight of the 12 meetings, although WHS The baseball team, which played Paulsboro and Phillipsburg are two won that 1997 match by a 9-8 score. hosted Bridgewater-Raritan and By FRED LECOMTE The senior laden Blue Devils to- job for us,” Blue Devil Head Coach gritty Delaware River towns, and are Two of those Lawrenceville wins were Cranford earlier this week, will face Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times taled 12 hits. Leadoff hitter Anthony Bob Brewster said. either 1-2 or 2-1 in any ranking of New in overtime, in 1990 and ’91. Elizabeth across the street at Brewster April Fools Day proved to be no Perconte went 2-for-4, including a “I felt really strong in the begin- Jersey’s fabled wrestling programs. But last Saturday the teams resumed Field. joke as offensive muscle molded the double, and scored two runs. Chris ning and my off-speed was really (Sorry Blair Academy, we only deal competition and what a tremendous Saturday is the annual Blue Devil outcome of the Westfield High School Hogge went 2-for-3 with an RBI sac- good. We started hitting the [stuffing] with town teams.) Paulsboro’s popula- match it was. The Big Red got the huge Invitational track meet at Kehler Sta- baseball team’s 9-6 season-opening rifice fly. Mike Ionta and Tyler Bow- out of the ball so it was a little hard to tion is 54 percent white, 37 percent crowd whipped into a frenzy, scoring dium, while the tennis team travels to victory over host Scotch Plains- man each ripped a pair of singles. keep my rhythm and composure to- black; P’burg is 84 percent white, 8 four times in the first four minutes. But Morris Township for the Delbarton In- Fanwood. Bowman and Marc Luino accounted gether, but I worked as hard as I percent black. the Blue Devils settled down and pulled vitational. The power hitting came off the bat for two runs each. could. My teammates backed me up, Many were stunned when the out an 11-9 victory on a pair of fourth- WAY BACK MACHINE of senior shortstop Matt Storcks, the “The amazing thing is that that so I’m thankful for that,” said Phillipsburg school district – former quarter goals by Chris Aslanian. With the Westfield Baseball League major contributor at the plate with throughout the preseason our regular DeMartino. two-time state heavyweight champion WHS had heroes aplenty. Jack opening up, this week the Way Back seven RBI, including a grand slam starting pitchers walked very few guys The Raiders finished with six hits. Greg Troxell is the school’s principal – Kessler seemingly won every face-off Machine travels to 1962 and Gumbert home run in the third inning, a two- in spite of the cold weather. We didn’t Matt Ridge hammered an RBI double came down hard, suspending the wres- over the last three periods, when Park’s Field No. 1, where the Senators run triple in the fourth inning and tlers from the district tournament the Westfield had a 9-3 goals advantage. beat the Cardinals in a wild Little World walk anyone, and today; I think a lot and an RBI single. Zack Lipshitz following weekend. (Even without finishing with a RBI sacrifice fly in of it was opening day jitters, squeez- rapped a RBI single and scored two Luke Prybylski had three goals and Series. those spots in the lineup, P’burg fin- three assists. Sophomore goalie Toby After splitting the first two games, the fifth inning. ing the ball a little too hard, we just runs. Garrett Zito singled and scored ished a strong second.) Many felt these Facing several fierce Raider bat- walked way too many guys. Not the a run and Chris Gibbons had an RBI. Burgdorf was outstanding the last three the decisive third game saw the Cardi- were good kids, just having some fun periods, especially the fourth. And the nals rally for three runs in the bottom of ters, starting pitcher senior Brad kind of performance our guys are Tyler O’Brien and Christian Isolda and letting off some steam, and were DeMartino struggled somewhat, go- defense, led by Jack Simcox and Danny the seventh – a solo home run by Bob capable of. We got some real timely each singled. not racially motivated. They felt the McHugh, shut the door when it had to. Brewster (yes, the current WHS coach) ing three and two-third innings but hitting. We made a lot of mistakes. In We made a couple of mistakes in wrestlers shouldn’t be kept from the Among the fans in the Westfield stands and a two-run homer by George managed to get the win. DeMartino all honesty, we have been on the field the field and gave them some extra district tournament, the first step to- were Dick Gottlick, his wife and several Saltzman – to force extra innings. The allowed six runs, three earned, on for practice, one day. We’re only go- outs, and again, you cannot give a ward a state individual championship. of his daughters. The father of former Senators won, 12-5, with seven runs in five hits, three strikeouts and four ing to get better as will our pitching. good team extra outs; they are going At most schools, discipline usually WHS wrestlers Rich, Jerry, Phil and Will, the top of the ninth. Frank Tokash, the walks. A superb three and one-half Brad (DeMartino) was a caged ani- to make you pay, which they did. We involves the next competition, which in Dick was wearing a white hat with a red loser to Saltzman in the opener, 5-1, inning relief pitching performance mal all day long at school; he just has battled, we kept playing, we never this case was the district tournament. In L, but explained that his grandson is a was the winner of Game 3 in relief. by junior Jack Bunting held the Raid- to relax a little bit; he’s good; he just held our heads down and we kept on a similar situation – but nowhere near as senior lacrosse player at Lawrenceville, Lefty John Bednarz won the second ers at bay. Bunting tossed a one hitter, didn’t have it today. Jack Bunting (3- fighting and fighting to the last out serious – the 1986 Westfield boys swim the son of his daughter Ann Marie (’77), game, 4-2, to finish a 7-0 season. Tokash walked one and retired eight batters. 1/3 innings) came in and did a great CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 team went into the Union County Tour- a former WHS swimmer. and Bednarz pitched WHS to a Union nament minus four of its top guys. Ron Dick renewed acquaintances with County Tournament title in 1968, with Dau, Mike Linenberg, Aaron Weber his old Booster buddy Skip Prybylski Brewster as their catcher. and Max Wunderle were suspended after they trashed a locker room at the Jean Marie Morgan Westfield Y. The next competition was counties, where Westfield had a 29-year Sales Agent streak of county championships. (De- spite the suspensions, the Blue Devils NJAR Circle of Excellence 2012 managed to earn a tie with Summit.) Direct Line: 908-279-4441 But trashing a locker room is not to be compared with what could be considered a potentially racist photo. New Jersey is certainly not Alabama or Mis- sissippi as far as racially-motivated lynchings, but there is a history of it in the Garden State that not many people in 2014 want to be reminded of. Faithful Reader Jeff from Pittstown said the punishment didn’t fit the crime. He is a former police officer in Westfield and North Plainfield. But a photo with a black-faced dummy being hung in 1962 MAJOR LEAGUE CHAMPION SENATORS...Front row (from left): effigy is just not cool. That was my first Chris Merrill, Drew Viglianti, John Augustine, Rick Stewart, Bob Feldman, thought when I viewed the photo. 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Lady Blue Devils Top Softball Cougars, 11-1 More photos at Ballyhoo Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 “Overall, I think we did really well. to straighten those out and not have very coachable They [Cougars] put the ball in play. pop-ups. They have been long ball Cougar right fielder Julia Salinardo We’ve got to straighten out some of hitters,” Coach Becker said. made three smart plays. After hauling the hits, but they got the bat on the Senior Julia Criscuolo inflicted the in a tough fly ball for the first out of ball. They weren’t watching strikes majority of the damage on the Cou- the fifth inning, she later ended the go by,” Cougar Head Coach Sarah gars with a bases-loaded two-run inning by scooping a hard, would-be Beck said. single that actually cleared the bases single but alertly fired to first in time Another major factor was that Blue after an error in the second inning and to get the out. Then in the sixth in- Devil pitcher Elena Scarano yielded a two-run double in the seventh, while ning, she made a sprinting snag of a no walks, while striking out three scoring once. liner in right-centerfield. Cougars. Cougar pitcher Theresa “She has the smoothest swing, “She made some good catches and Wetherell allowed seven hits and five quickest bat. It doesn’t even look like threw that runner out. She’s stepping walks before being relieved in the she’s trying very hard, but she hits the up, and I hope that continues,” Coach seventh inning by Katie Delsandro. ball hard every time she is up. She Becker said. “In the outfield, we made “No walks! That’s something that came through for us big in two situa- some good catches.” Elena is good at. She really, really tions, four RBI. It’s a different game Cougar catcher Morgan Ferretti controls in the zone. When she is without her,” Coach MacDonald said. gunned down Ferraro heading for wild, she is wild on purpose and with Blue Devil Elena Elliott rapped a second in the first inning, then she a purpose, which is something that two-run single and doubled, while nailed Criscuolo at third in the sec- not a lot of high school pitchers can scoring twice. Chrissy Ferraro slapped ond inning. do. She managed to spread around a couple of infield singles and added The Cougars scored their only run nine hits and tightened up when she an RBI sacrifice fly. Cali Chambliss in the bottom of the first. Wischusen, needed to,” Coach MacDonald said. walked twice and scored twice. Sam Verrilli and McKay each singled, then “Some pitches were on. Some Velez and Liz Fox both singled and Wischusen scored when McKay’s pitches were off. It’s the first game, so scored once, Scarano scored once single got by the leftfielder. The Blue I have to keep tightening up spots and and Becca Kaufman singled, walked Devils capitalized on three singles, a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GOING FOR THE LOOSE BALL...Raider defender Becky Mehorter, No. 4, tries to scoop a loose ball before a Lady Lancer does as Raider midfielder Julie Haggan, No. 2, closes in. The Lancers won a 13-12 thriller in Scotch Plains on April 2. McNEELEY NETS 4 GOALS; HAGGAN 2 GOALS, 2 ASSTS Lady Lancers’ Score at 0:01 Stings Raider Laxers, 13-12

By DAVID B. CORBIN the Lancers a 13-12 victory over the a minute-and-twenty six to go. Battled Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders on back and forth. A couple of balls Great comebacks became the theme April 2. bounced their way. Always hate to with both teams, but the visiting The Lady Lancers’ late comeback end the game on a call like that, but Livingston High School girls lacrosse was even more impressive since they that’s how we play the game. They team made the final one count when were trailing the Raiders, 12-10, until called shooting space on one of my Alyssa Egner took advantage of a Egner netted a goal with 1:26 on the defenders. I can’t do anything about shooting space call to get a free- clock then teammate Brittany Royce it. But it was a good game. The girls position shot and lodged the ball into knotted the score with :50 left. should be proud of themselves,” the net with 0:01 remaining to give “We took a two-goal lead with about CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Phillip finished in 11:09. Blue Devil Mitch Bryk at 133-0, Blue Devils Elena Chermak with a MOVING RAPIDLY DOWNFIELD...Raider senior co-captain Andrea McNeeley, No. 13, brings the ball downfield in the Cougar Pat Lynch took top honors Schetelich at 124-10 and Blue Devil leap of 15-4.5, Hawkins at 14-11 and game against the Livingston Lancers. in the pole vault with a clearance of Kyle Burns at 124-6. Cougar Nate Anna Browne at 14-0.5 swept the 13-0, followed by Blue Devils Nick Sands had a toss of 104-10. Bryk took long jump. Cougar Ashley McGuire Carayannopoulos at 11-6 and Peter second in the high jump with a height had a leap of 13-9. McGuire finished Foltz at 11-0. Cougar Dan Hannon of 5-10. Colder cleared 5-8, while the 100 hurdles in 16.75, followed by Lady Lancers Late Goal Stings Raiders, 13-12 cleared 9-6 and Sebastian Rebelo Kugelman and Andrew Licks both Jenna Ellenbacher at 17.31 and Laura CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 cleared 9-0. cleared 5-6. Blue Devil Harry Van Horn at 18.61. Ellenbacher at Blue Devil Sid Douglas won the Williamson won the shot put with a 1:08.53 and Anna Fitch at 1:09.17 Raider Head Coach Rob Rafferty said. sist) and Frias (Voorhees assist) scored Our defense is young. I have a couple long jump with a leap of 19-8, fol- heave of 38-3.5, and Chip Mulrooney took 1-2 in the 400 hurdles, followed Egner scored the first two of her back-to-back goals to give the Raid- of seniors back there and a lot of lowed by Cougar TJ Colder at 18-8.5 took third in the discus with a toss of by Blue Devil Brooke Schaeffer at seven goals within the first two min- ers a 12-10 lead with 3:18 on the sophomores. I need to gain that expe- and Blue Devil Nick Lawrie at 17- 101-0. Lunch finished the 100 in 1:10.27 and Van Horn at 1:11.75. utes of the game, then Jordi Bonvini clock, setting up the exciting finale. rience with the young girls for next 1.5. Cougar Derek Keller had a leap 11.46, followed by Gee at 11.9 and Blue Devil Jenna Helfand won the notched a pair of goals to make the “Even early on, we came back and year, so I try to balance the combina- of 16-3.5. Douglas also won the 200 Ahmad Davis at 12.03. 200 at 27.04, followed by Schaeffer score, 4-0, with 16:45 left in the half, got it to 6-3 at half and took the tion out. Defense takes a little more in 22.9 and Josh Capistrano took third For the girls, Blue Devils Erica and McGuire at 27.25, and Cougar and it appeared that the Lancers were momentum. My girls play hard. They time to get to know than offense,” in 24.1. Cougars Andrew Gee crossed Fischer at 5:34.6, Gabrielle Brennan Katie Romanovich at 28.03. Helfand going to gallop away with a rout. always do. I always preach that no Coach Rafferty said. in 24.38, Colter in 25.28 and Joe at 5:47.3 and Cindy Qiang also at also won the 400 in 1:02.13, followed In less than a minute, the Raiders matter what the score is, you’re going Livingston 6 7 13 Kugelman in 26.4. Capistrano won 5:47.3 swept the 1,600. Fischer at by Romanovich at 1:02.3 and took the first step of their comeback to outwork them. You are going to get Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 3 9 12 the 400 in 53.2, followed by Blue 12:33.4, Brennan at 12:49 and Desimone at 1:05.5. Blue Devil Chris- when co-captain Andrea McNeeley the ground balls and we did. We did a tina Mosco won the javelin with a cut toward the goal, got a pass from good job off the draw in the midfield. throw of 102-2, followed by Cougar co-captain Julie Haggan and fired the We moved the ball well on offense. Blue Devils’ Power Jolts Baseball Raiders, 9-6 Mara Giga at 95-4 and Blue Devil ball into the net. Next senior Erin We take our time. We take a deep Emily Mastrocola at 92-4. Weber fed McNeeley on a similar breath. We get some good looks at the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 Cougar Susanna Jarmillo won the play to make the score, 4-2. Before cage,” Coach Rafferty said. and gave ourselves a shot. We have to put it into play and it just went over,” patience earned him an RBI walk. discus with a toss of 86-6, followed halftime, Haggan fed junior attacker The Haggan, McNeeley, Weber, clean that up. I think we’re right there; said Storcks. O’Brien scored on Gibbons’sac fly by Mosco at 74-6 and Cougar Laura Roessle on a cut to make the Voorhees combination worked well. we’re not a bad team, we just need to Hogge concluded the scoring with and Lipshitz followed with an RBI Maranda Brown at 73-7.5. Blue Devil score, 6-3. McNeeley finished with four goals and clean up some mistakes,” said Raider his bases loaded RBI sac fly ball to single to short centerfield to make the Mae Devin won the pole vault with a The Raiders turned up the volume an assist. Haggan had two goals and Head Coach Tom Baylock. make the score, 5-1. The Raiders cut score, 7-6. height of 8-6. Cougar Christina Barlik even more in the second half after two assists, Weber had a goal and three The Raiders jumped out to a 1-0 the deficit with two runs in the bot- The Blue Devils’ final two runs won the shot put with a heave of 26- Egner scored her fourth goal. The assists, and Voorhees had three assists. lead in the bottom of the first inning tom of the third. Zito beat out the came in the fifth. Hogge singled, ad- 5.5, followed by Blue Devil Elise beginning of a 9-3 run began when “Those four girls are all seniors. when Lipshitz worked a free pass and throw to first, advanced to second vanced to second and scored on an Ballon at 25-3, and Giga at 24-11.5. Haggan took a feed from senior at- Julia and Andrea have been on varsity later scored on Ridge’s double over and scored after Lipshitz reached first infield bobble. Next, Bowman drew a tacker Megan Voorhees and stuffed since freshmen. Erin Weber came up the right fielder’s head. safely on an infield muff. Lipshitz walk, Luino singled and Storcks drove the net then McNeeley took a feed halfway through her freshman year. The Blue Devils biggest burst came later scored on Ridge’s RBI single. a fastball for a RBI sac fly. Reading is Good For You from Voorhees and scored. Sopho- They are good. They know how to in the third inning. With the help of In the fourth, the Blue Devils plated “He’s (Storcks) been stroking the more Giulia Frais scored on an assist cut. McNeeley is phenomenal off Bowman’s single, Luino’s perfect two runs. Luino’s speed beat the throw ball all year and the biggest thing from McNeeley, Weber fed McNeeley catching the ball off the cutter. When bunt single and Perconte taking one to first and Perconte drilled a shot to about him is last year, he used to try to for a score then Weber scored unas- we take our time on offense and look for the team off starting pitcher Gib- centerfield for a double. Storcks hit the ball out of the park. If you look sisted to knot the score, 8-8, with for our cutters and be patient, it is a bons to load the bases with no outs, stepped up next and bashed a triple. at him now, he chokes up about two- 10:38 remaining. good combination to have three Storcks strutted up to the plate and Trailing 7-3 in the fourth inning, and-a-half inches on the bat, just try- Two minutes later, the score be- people like that,” Coach Rafferty said. launched a 0-2 fastball over the fence the Raiders were searching for some ing to hit the ball hard. He played came tied at 9-9 when Raider Emma Senior co-captain/goalkeeper in left center field. magic and sparkled in three runs. great shortstop for us as well, so it Klein scored. The Lancers regained Megan Welch made a number of cru- “He threw two curve balls in a row, Matt Marino drew a walk, then was a lot of fun,” said Coach Brewster. the lead, but Haggan scored again cial saves, especially in second half. I was expecting another one, but he O’Brien and Isolda poked back-to- Westfield 005 220 0 9 goleader.com/subscribe assisted by Weber. Klein (Weber as- “Megan keeps us in a lot of games. threw me a fastball outside. I tried to back singles to load the pods. Zito’s Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 102 300 0 6 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 10, 2014 Page 17 BALLAS 5 GOALS, 2 ASST; CHRISTIANO 4 GOALS, ASST More photos at Ballyhoo Sports Cougar Laxers Overwhelm No. Brunswick Boys, 14-1

By DAVID B. CORBIN first quarter. unable to maintain possession long Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “I told the kids, make sure you when they scooped a ground ball. Startup programs must take their don’t free fall at the beginning of the “The middies dictated the pace of lumps, but sometimes they can quarter. You got to go out there and do the game. Luke Christiano dictates present a problem to more estab- what you’re supposed to do early. possession with excellent face-off lished teams in the manner in which Make sure that the other team doesn’t work, so those things enabled us to they execute their style of play. But build a fire and play above their heads. have the ball most of the time. It not this time when the more estab- We did that, but then you kind of wasn’t the kind of game where you lished Cranford High School boys flatten out. You just have to push could sleepwalk on defense, but we lacrosse team took care of business through that. We were trying to do didn’t have them having possession immediately and powered its way to things right. We wanted to make sure time against us a lot,” Coach Reinoso a 14-1 victory over the North the fundamentals were all strong,” said. Brunswick Raiders at Memorial Coach Reinoso said. Senior attacker Alex Ballas led the Field in Cranford on April 3. The Cougars’ strong and experi- Cougars with five goals and two as- “They [North Brunswick] are a enced midfield controlled the tempo sists. Luke Christiano fired in four building program. We got to keep our of the game and took the attack to the and added an assist. Senior midfielder heads. We got to remain positive, get Raiders’ side of the field. That attack Cameron Kutzer connected for two out there and do the job. We work on tactic took much pressure off the goals and added an assist, while jun- improvement. You want to make sure young Cougar defense. Junior middie ior attackers Nick Colucci and Mark David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times you look at your bench and let every- Luke Christiano gave the Cougars a Pawlick each netted a goal and two REALLY TIGHT COMPETITION...The Raiders, left, Cougars, center, and Blue Devils get their handoffs nearly at the body play. We try to get everybody 14-3 advantage in face-offs won. The assists. Sophomore attacker Rich same time to start the third leg of the Distance Medley Relay at the Summit Relays on April 5. in,” Cougar Head Coach Al Reinoso teams had an equal 23-23 showing in Hurley fired in one goal. said. ground balls, but the Raiders were After nearly five minutes of jock- Many players from the bench did eying for possession, Ballas found get their opportunity to see action, the net with 7:16 left in the first quar- Devil Girls, Raider Boys 3rd at Summit Relays especially since the 2-2 Cougars ter. In less than a minute, Ballas fed Probitas Verus Honos CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 netted eight of their goals in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 20 Nocum, Wilda Francois, Tori at 83-625. with a time of 44.87. Blue Devils Baliatico and Summer Robinson Blue Devil Christina Mosco, Mae Josh Capistrano, Jon Savorgiannakis, crossed first in the shuttle hurdles Devin and Abby Erasmus placed Nick Lawrie and Dan Juliao finished More photos at Ballyhoo Sports with a time of 1:10.72. Cougars Jenna fourth in the javelin with a distance eighth at 47.07. Raiders Rashan Gary Ellenbacher, Anna Fitch and Bella of 232-4. Blue Devils Gabriele (meet’s best 152-3) Mike Dwumfour Desimone won the 400 hurdles in Brennan, Amanda Fischer, Rachel and Dan VanBrunt placed second in 3:29.74. Baliatico (meet’s top time of Hayden and Erica Fischer finished the discus with a distance of 389-5. 1:07.07), Kailyn Reilly and Nocum fifth in the Distance Medley Relay Gary (meet’s best 51-6), Dwumfour placed third in the event at 3:36.85. (DMR) at 13:31.15, followed by and Lou Vitoroulis took second in the Goldschmidt, Megan Mondon, Raiders Pierce, Bowles, Reilly and shot put with a distance of 130-9.5. Brooke Schaeffer and Helfand (per- Banasiak at 13:36.2. Chermak and Cougars Will Fries, Rob sonal record 59.9) finished second in Hawkins placed sixth in the triple O’Shaughnessy and Andrew Licks the 4x400 at 4:10.36. Mondon, jump with a distance of 59-4.5. placed fourth. Schaeffer, Anna Browne and Erica Raider Robinson had the third long- Blue Devils Nick Antonelli, Fischer placed second in the Sprint est distance at 31-4.5. Capistrano, Will Chandler and Phil Medley Relay (SMR) at 4:31.97. Blue Devil JV’s Cindy Qiang, Edwards finished second in the DMR Cougars Fitch, Ellenbacher, Katie Lindsey Strauss, Noelle Blackford at 10:55.98. Raiders VanBrunt, Mike Romanovich and Kiera Hurley fin- and Caroline Stocking placed first in Daszyk and Vitoroulis placed second ished third at 4:32.64 and Raiders the DMR at 13:41.25, while Madeline in the javelin with a distance of 411- Annie Pierce, Baliatico, Sarah Bowles Berry, Samantha Bromberg, Julia 7. Blue Devils Mitch Bryk, Kyle and Jessica Banasiak placed fifth at Myers and Kathleen McCutcheon fin- Burns and Jack Filipkowski took 4:34.08. ished fourth at 14:16.81. Blue Devils fourth at 390-2, and Cougars Troy Blue Devils Gabby Stravach, Kelly Allison Hopper, Taylor Bechtloff, Zoe Kettler, Jack Schetelich and Nathan Morrison, Meghan O’Dwyer and Chadowitz and Sophia Reverendo Sands took sixth at 380-1. Edwards, Natalie Marcotullio crossed third in placed second in the JV 4x800 at Antonelli, Ryan Siegel and Frankie the 4x800 at 9:54.62. Cougars 11:00.08. Blackford, Samantha Pinney finished fifth in the 4x800 at Miranda Brown, Brianna Scotti and Smith, Melanie Nettler and Qiang 8:41.58. Christina Barlik placed fourth in the took second in the SMR at 4:49.7. Cougar Pat Lynch (13-0 — second discus with a distance of 233-11. Brittany Cuellar, Allison Lee, Brianna best in meet) and Dan Hannon placed Raiders Tabitha Dwumfour, Taylor Parkinson and Bernadette Latimer third in the pole vault with a height of Downing and Briana Johnson took took fifth in the 4x800 at 11:58.68. 22-0, followed by Blue Devils Peter David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times fourth in the shot put with a distance In the boys meet, Raiders Emendo Foltz and Nick Carayannopoulos at IN THE HEAT OF THE ACTION...Cougar sophomore Rich Hurley, No. 11, approaches North Brunswick Raider of 86-8.25, while Cougars Erin Thomas, Merlin Edmond, Cameron the same height. Raiders Quaryee midfielder Brett Krause, No. 4, as he prepares to launch the ball. The Cougars won, 14-1. Meixner, Scotti and Barlik took sixth Smith and Kobe White won the 4x100 CONTINUED ON PAGE 21

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Algarin and Kelley 4-1 victory over Scotch Plains- defeated Chris Harkins and Ben Fanwood at LaGrande Park in Schwartz, 6-2, 7-5, at first doubles, Fanwood on April 1, then on April 2 and Will Chen and Matt Bernstein the Blue Devils dropped a 3-2 deci- defeated Chris Haggerty and James sion to the Summit Hilltoppers at Demakos, 6-3, 1-6, 10-8, at second Tamaques Park in Westfield. doubles. Junior Jeffrey Rodgers, the defending Union County Tournament (UCT) Blue Devil Laxer Nip champion at first singles, outlasted sophomore Tyler Roth, the defend- Lawrenceville, 11-9 ing UCT champion at third singles, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Chris Aslanian scored two of his CRANFORD ATHLETES OF THE WEEK...Patrick Knight, a junior on the CONTROLLING THE TEMPO OF THE GAME...Cougar junior midfielder 6-3, 2-6, 6-4. Freshman Noah Reich three goals in the fourth quarter to stopped Raider Matt Haas, 6-2, 6-4, varsity baseball team, recently threw a one-hitter and had two hits and a double Luke Christiano, No. 4, won 14 of 17 face-offs, scored four goals and added an boost the No. 11 Westfield High in the season opener against Elizabeth. He is 1-0 with a 0:00 ERA. Bella assist in the game against North Brunswick. at second singles then Blue Devil School boys lacrosse team past DeSimone, a freshman on the varsity track and field team in her first time running freshman Owen Bartok defeated Josh Lawrenceville, 11-9, in this event, clocked a time of 1:12 in the 400-meter intermediate hurdles at the Lopez, 5-7, 6-4, 10-7, at third singles. Lawrenceville on April 5. The 3-1 Summit Relays. She, along with Jenna Ellenbacher and Anna Fitch placed first Cougar Laxers Rap Raiders, 14-1 Blue Devil assistant captains Ben Blue Devils trailed, 6-2, after the first in the relay for Cranford. Cymbala and Jack Siegel silenced CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 quarter but knotted the score by half- Cobi Silverstein and Ben Yin, 6-1, 6- time then broke a 9-9 tie with Baseball Cougars Blank Minutemen, 6-0 Colucci for his stuff goal. Thirty sec- take them. It’s the equivalent of a 1, at first doubles. Blue Devil captain Aslanian’s goal early in the fourth ond later, Kutzer scored unassisted mid-court shot,” Coach Reinoso said. Chris Algarin and Will Kelly defeated quarter. Cougar pitcher Pat Knight tossed a singles, scored once and added an then Colucci fed Ballas at the 4:35 The Cougars won the third quarter, Nirav Sampat and Jacob Arkin, 6-3, Luke Prybylski fired in three goals one-hit shutout to lead the Cranford RBI. Albert Garguilo rapped an RBI point. Pawlick then scored, assisted 3-0, with respective goals from Ballas 6-1, at second doubles. and added three assists. Jackson Boyle High School Cougars baseball team and scored once. John Oblachinski by Ballas. Kutzer set up Christiano on (Pawlick assist), Christiano (straight- Against the Hilltoppers, Roth lost, and Pat Decker each netted two goals to a 6-0 victory over Elizabeth at had an RBI. Tommy Trotter, Joe his first goal. Christiano took the ball on charge) and Ballas (Christiano 6-1, 6-4, to Max McDonald at first and Pat Aslanian added one goal. Williams Field in Elizabeth on April Norton and Jack McCaffrey each from the face-off and slammed in the assist). Hurley scored Cranford’s 13th singles. Christian Barrett stopped Dane Huber had two assists. Goal- 1. Knight drilled a double and scored scored once. seventh goal then Pawlick set up Kutzer goal one minute into the fourth quar- Bartok, 6-3, 6-2, at second singles. keeper Toby Burgdorf made nine once. Sam Scher rapped a pair of Cranford 001 013 1 6 for the eighth goal of the quarter. ter and Ballas, with Colucci’s assist, saves. Elizabeth 000 000 0 0 Attacker Kyle Gallas got the Raid- slammed home the 14th goal. Mt. Kimberley Tops PUBLIC NOTICE ers on the board four minutes into the “There were times when we got Westfield 2 5 2 2 11 PUBLIC NOTICE Cougar Laxers, 10-7 Lawrenceville 6 1 2 0 9 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD second quarter then as the final sec- our offense running the way we TOWN OF WESFIELD onds were ticking away, Christiano wanted to then there were times when Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT The Cranford High School boys Raiders Rap Johnson NO. 14-02-R SPECIAL MEETING from midfield, fired a Hail Mary shot they were tough defensively in front lacrosse team came up on the short AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- that penetrated the goal. of their net. It wasn’t an easy game by side of a 10-7 decision at the sticks of In Boys Lacrosse, 9-7 ING THE ESTABLISHMENT The Board of Adjustment of the Town of “He just turned and fired. He heard any stretch. We had to work for ev- Montclair Kimberley on April 5. Mark Senior Christian Gordon fired in OF A GOVERNMENT EN- Westfield, New Jersey will hold a special the bench actually counting down, so erything,” Coach Reinoso said. Christiano (assist) and Brendan seven goals and added an assist to ERGY AGGREGATION PRO- meeting on April 23, 2014 at 7:30pm in GRAM the Council Chambers in the Municipal he said he just turned and fired at the No. Brunswick 0 1 0 0 1 Halpin each netted a pair of goals for lead the 3-1 Scotch Plains-Fanwood was passed and adopted on the second Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, net. It went in. When they go in, you Cranford 8 1 3 2 14 the 2-3 Cougars. Connor Fitch, Nick High School boys lacrosse team to a and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor New Jersey to hear and decide upon the Colucci and Alex Ballas eah added 9-7 victory over A.L. Johnson on and Council of the Borough of Fanwood following application for site plan approval one goal. Luke Christiano had two April 3 Gabe Gibson and Zach held on April 1, 2014. with c and d variance relief. Formal action This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- may be taken. assists, and Cam Kutcher and Mike Erickson each netted a goal and an ately after final passage and publication as Cradles to Crayons Learning Center, Palumbo each had one assist. assist. Alex Cimring had two assists, required by law. Inc. Cradles to Crayons Learning Center, Eleanor McGovern while Kevin Kerby and Rich Nardone Inc., 417 West Broad Street, Westfield, Cranford 1 2 2 2 7 Borough Clerk each added an assist. New Jersey, Block 2901, Lot 28. Applicant Mt. Kimberley 4 1 4 1 10 1 T - 4/10/14, The Times Fee: $16.83 A.L. Johnson 0 4 3 0 7 is seeking preliminary and final major site Raider Laxers Lash PUBLIC NOTICE plan approval with use and bulk variances Sc. Pl-Fanwood 2 4 3 0 9 to demolish the existing building and con- Nwk Acad. Boys, 14-3 NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT struct a new building to contain a kinder- Raider Laxers Down FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY garten and child care facility. Applicant is The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD requesting variance relief from requirements of the Land Use Ordinance for use, School boys lacrosse team wasted no Verona Boys, 9-1 CONTRACTOR: RBA Group Inc., 7 time getting back on the right track front yard setback, building height, floor The 4-1 Scotch Plains-Fanwood Campus Drive, Parsippany, New Jer- area ratio, building coverage, all improve- with a 14-3 triumph over Newark High School boys lacrosse team sey 07054 ment coverage, continuous wall length, Academy on April 1.Christian Gor- downed Verona, 9-1, on April 5. Chris- NATURE OF SERVICES: Retained to signage and parking. provide professional on call traffic safety don led the 2-1 Raiders with three tian Gordon notched a pair of goals and engineering consultant services to Variances, waivers or exceptions from goals. Tom Walker, Gabe Gibson and and added four assists. Zach Erickson assist the Town as necessary. certain site plan details or relief from re- Jack Gerrity each netted two goals and Scott Nizolak each had 1 goal DURATION: April 1, 2014 through De- quirements may be sought as appropriate. and an assist. Kevin Kerby added two and 1 assist. Tom Walker, Chris Smith, cember 31, 2014 Plans and application are on file in the AMOUNT: not to exceed $10,000. office of the Town Engineer, 959 North goals, while Joe Pagano, Alex Gabe Gibson and Zach Erickson each THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Cimring (assist) and James Lettieri added a goal and James Lettieri won FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE may be seen Monday through Friday from each scored once. all 10 of the face-offs. OF THE TOWN CLERK. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. OPENING DAY AT GUMBERT...Team LA Dodgers of Westfield Baseball Claire J. Gray Kathleen A. Nemeth League Grade 1 Division enjoyed Opening Day parade and festivities at Gumbert Newark Academy 0 0 2 1 4 Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 3 3 2 1 9 Town Clerk Secretary, Board of Adjustment Baseball Complex on April 5. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 5 3 2 4 14 Verona 0 1 0 0 1 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $17.34 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $33.66

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NEW CONSTRUCTION TUDOR CUSTOM SPLIT

Peter Peter Peter Lisciotto Lisciotto Lisciotto

SCOTCH PLAINS. Fantastic opportunity to customize your own CRANFORD. Spectacular custom built 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath WESTFIELD. This 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Custom split is in a prime home. This Brand new – under construction Quality Home can be Tudor style home. One of the Marquee residences of Cranford. location in town. This home offers large living room with cathedral your dream home Four bedrooms and 4 and 31/2 baths include Huge Warm, inviting, luxurious home with private grounds including 2 car ceiling, formal dining room – and 3 spacious bedrooms. Including master bedroom Suite Designer Kitchen with all Granite counters – attached garage, spacious deck, and gazebo for entertaining. This master bedroom with full bath. Additionally there is a family room Signature Wood Cabinets Top line appliances. Complete with adjoining home includes country kitchen opening into Family Room with wood and den with, including brand new heat and central air conditioning family room, Formal dining room and Living room topped off by a full burning fireplace. Master Bedroom suite on first floor can easily large private lot and attached two car garage. As well as hardwood basement in one of the most desirable areas of Scotch Plains. $799,000. accommodate a Mother/Daughter option. $639,000. floors throughout the entire home. $599,000. Westfield Office 185 Elm St • 908-654-7777 www.weichert.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 10, 2014 Page 21

PUBLIC NOTICE WF, SPF, CR at Summit Relays TOWN OF WESTFIELD PLANNING BOARD CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 Notice is hereby given that the Westfield Bull and Andrew Ciccarino placed the frosh/sophomore 4x800 at Planning Board, at its meeting on April 7, third in the triple jump with a dis- 8:56.19. Stefan Crigler, Jack 2014 adopted the following resolutions for the applications acted upon at the Febru- tance of 76-1. Raiders Quincy Humiston, Will Frey and Gabriel ary 24, 2014 and March 3, 2014 meetings. Sanchez, Smith, White and Edmond Givelber took fourth at 9:25.57, fol- PB 13-11 Michael Mahoney, LLC, 300 finished third in the 4x400 at 3:35.4. lowed by Alex Campbell, Tom Sabato, Seneca Place, Block 701, Lot 1. Appli- Capistrano, Savorgiannakis, Juliao Cameron Chin and Andrew cant sought minor subdivision approval to and Chandler placed fifth in the SMR Annitsakis at 9:26.03. Blue Devils subdivide the property into two lots each of at 3:45.21. Cougars Joe Kugelman Lawrie, Munashe Mutyanda, Nick which will conform to the required provisions of the Westfield Land Use Ordi- and Licks placed fifth in the high Greenspan and Chris Varano placed nance, to demolish the existing one story jump with a height of 10-9, while third in the 4x200 at 1:41.94. dwelling and garage and to construct a Tim Colder, Derek Keller, Schetelich single family residence on each of the and Matt Van Pelt placed fifth in the PUBLIC NOTICE proposed lots. Application approved with More photos conditions. shuttle hurdles at 1:13.84. BOROUGH OF GARWOOD at Ballyhoo Sports PB 13-07 John A. Pinto Family, LP, For the JV squads, Blue Devils RESOLUTION NO. 14-162 Gideon Lee, Francis Wong, Andrew 802 South Avenue, West. Applicant WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of sought preliminary and final major site Harting-Smith and Ryan Siegel fin- the Borough of Garwood has determined plan approval with variances to allow the ished first in the DMR at 11:42.37. that there exists a need for professional demolition of the existing two family resi- Blue Devils Phil Chapel, Alex Lopez, technical planning advice and the prepa- dential dwelling and the new construction Chris Prasek and Brian Johnson fin- ration of submission to the Council on of a 6,000 square feet building comprised Affordable Housing for substantive certifi- of 2,500 square feet of professional office ished third at 11:53.39, followed by cation for the Borough of Garwood; and space on the first floor and a total of three Raiders Colin Sullivan, Jim Killeen, WHEREAS, the said Governing Body residential apartments on the second and Dave Kahn and Adam Cohen at has determined that such services are mezzanine floors. Applicant sought vari- 12:02.9. Blue Devils Joe Mandel, professional services as defined in the ance relief from the Land Use Ordinance Local Public Contracts Law of the State of to allow a side yard setback of 9 feet where Colin McDonald, Wong and Lopez New Jersey; and a minimum of 11.67 feet is required; to finished second in the 4x100 at 47.54. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED allow a maximum coverage by all improve- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Chapel, Harting-Smith, Lee and by the Mayor and Council of the Borough ments of 75.1% where a maximum of 70% CRUNCHING A CRUSADER...The Westfield High School boys lacrosse defense crushes an A.L. Johnson Crusader at Johnson finished fourth in the 4x800 of Garwood: is allowed and to allow a front yard setback 1. That the Mayor and Borough Clerk be of 20 feet where a setback of 34.4 feet is Kehler Stadium in Westfield on April 7. The No. 11 ranked Blue Devils defeated the Crusaders, 15-6. Chris Aslanian, at 9:21.12. McDonald, Lopez, and are hereby authorized and directed to required. Application approved with condi- Jackson Boyle and Pat Decker netted three goals apiece, while Luke Prybylski and Pat Aslanian had two each. Mandel and Anthony Scalia finished execute an agreement with Jill A. tions. fourth in the SMR at 4:02.8. Hartmann, PP, AICP, 21 Sparrowbush PB 14-02 Gap, Inc, c/o Chipman De- Blue Devils Scalia, Jacob Triarsi, Road, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430, for the sign Architecture, Inc. 234 East Broad Darian Siegel and Kyle McIntyre won provision of professional technical plan- Street. Applicant sought preliminary and ning advice and the preparation of submis- final major site plan approval to renovate sion to the Council on Affordable Housing the interior of the building to accommodate PUBLIC NOTICE for substantive certification, amended pro- the use as a retail store for women’s cloth- posed third round, housing element and ing, upgrade the façade of the building BOROUGH OF FANWOOD fair share; and including new signage and sign lighting, PLANNING BOARD 2. That said Contractor shall receive relocate the entrance from East Broad fees not to exceed $8,500.00; and Notice is hereby given the the PLAN- Street to the corner elevation between 3. That this contract is awarded without NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF East Broad Street and Central Avenue and competitive bidding as professional ser- FANWOOD, after public hearing on Feb- install a temporary barricade around the vices pursuant to the Local Public Con- ruary 26, 2014 granted approval for resi- exterior of the tenant space during contracts Law; and dential accessory setback regarding the struction. The applicant sought relief from 4. That the Borough Clerk be and is installation of a swimming pool. The prop- the Land Use Ordinance to allow the hori- hereby authorized and directed to main- erty in question is owned by Mr. and Mrs. zontal dimension of a wall sign of 8 feet 1- tain this resolution and the professional Joseph Pegas, at 295 Midway Avenue, 1/4 inches where a horizontal dimension services contract on file and available for Fanwood, being Block 17 and Lot 1. Docu- of 7.375 feet is allowed; to allow .74 square public inspection in the Office of the Bor- ments pertaining to this application are feet of signage were no signage is allowed ough Clerk; and available for public inspection at Borough and to allow three wall signs where two 5. That the Borough Clerk is hereby Hall during normal business hours. signs are allowed. Application approved authorized and directed to publish a copy Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Pegas with conditions. of this notice as required by law. 295 Midway Ave I, Christina M Ariemma, Municipal Clerk Plans and applications are on file in the Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 of the Borough of Garwood hereby attest office of the Town Engineer, 959 North 1 T - 4/10/14, The Times Fee: $16.83 that this Resolution was adopted by the Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and Council of the Borough of Garwood on may be seen Monday through Friday from March 11, 2014. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Probitas Verus Honos CHRISTINA M. ARIEMMA, Kris McAloon Municipal Clerk Planning Board Secretary 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $43.35 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $57.63

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Move right into this wonderful Westfield Colonial with 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, an updated eat-in kitchen, and plenty of room to grow. Situated in a quiet Westfield neighborhood on a corner lot, this home provides a large living room with fireplace, large dining room, finished basement recreation room, gleaming hardwood floors, and plentiful closet space. The kitchen opens up to a generous deck overlooking the private, fenced yard with lovely landscaping. Continual improvements and maintenance provide easy living. Enjoy all that Westfield has to offer - excellent schools, vibrant downtown, cohesive community - in this home that provides all that you've been looking for! Offered for $639,000. Maryalice Ryan, MBA, ABR, SRES, ASP Sales Associate Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage International President’s Elite NJAR Circle of Excellence 2004-2013 Direct Line: 908-917-5801 [email protected] © 2014 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. WESTFIELD EAST OFFICE 209 CENTRAL AVENUE 908-233-5555 Page 22 Thursday, April 10, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD TOWN OF WESTFIELD COUNTY OF UNION CLASSIFIEDS Public Notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Resolu- was introduced, read and passed on first tion adopted by the Town Council of CHILDCARE NEEDED BOOKKEEPER - PT reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield, New Jersey on April 1, 2014 that Westfield at a meeting held April 4, 2014, the undersigned will expose for sale at Nannies - Housekeepers Part-Time (Tuesdays & and that the said Council will further con- Public Auction in accordance with 39:10A- BabyNurses Needed Thursdays) for small service sider the same for final passage on the 1, at the time and location specified below, Live-in / -out, Full/Part-time business in Springfield, NJ. Must 22nd day of April, 2014 at 8:00 p.m., or as the following motor vehicle(s) which came soon thereafter as said matter can be into possession of the Westfield Police Solid References Required. be proficient in Quickbooks reached, in the Council Chambers, Mu- Department through abandonment or fail- CALL (732) 972-4090 Enterprise, accounting practices nicipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, ure of owners to claim same. www.absolutebestcare.com as well as MS Word, Excel & Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and All the vehicles on the following list are Outlook 2007. Excellent record place any person who may be interested offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no HEALTHCARE CLASSES therein will be given an opportunity to be representation as to condition or fitness for keeping, communication and heard concerning said ordinance. any particular purpose. Bids will start at CNA classes start organizational skills required. Claire J. Gray outstanding balances owed on these ve- mornings May 7th, Ability to quickly learn proprietary Town Clerk hicles for towing and storage fees. Purchase must be made by cash or evenings April 23rd. database for check and balance GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2016 certified check. A 10% deposit must be CHHA, classes start processes. Responsibilities WHEREAS, the Local Government Cap given at the time of auction. Balance must evenings April 21st. include accounts payable, WESTFIELD DEVILFISH...The Westfield Area “Y” Devilfish 2014 YMCA Law, N.J.S. 40A:4-45.1 et.seq., provides be paid by 4:00 pm the same day. NCLEX RN/PN REVIEW accounts receivable, payroll, Short Course National Team, pictured, left to right, are: front row; Caroline that in the preparation of its annual budget, The public auction shall be held on weekends April 27th. commissions, company tax forms Baldwin and Audrey Bangs; second row, Coach Jackie Whitty, Head Coach a municipality shall limit any increase in Wednesday, April 16, 2014 in accordance Brian Guidera, Kim Jimenez, Gwyn Devin, Luke McGrory, Erika Daniel, Allie said final budget appropriations to 0.50% with the laws of the State of New Jersey and ongoing interaction with CPA. McBrearty, Caroline Basil and Kevin Clauss. unless authorized by ordinance to increase pertaining thereto. High Success Rates Email resume to Humane Concepts Healthcare it to 3.5% over the previous years final The following vehicle may be examined [email protected] appropriations; and, at Sevell’s Auto Body, 320 Windsor Av- (908) 688-8184 or (908) 265-9803 WHEREAS, a municipality may, by ordi- enue, Westfield, New Jersey at 9:00 am. FOR SALE Devilfish Baldwin Gets 2nd nance, bank the difference between its The public auction will commence at 9:15 DAYSI’S CLEANING SERVICES final budget appropriations and the 3.5% am. Are you tired? Let me help you! 10 place settings of Royal increase authorized by this ordinance when MAKE: Chrysler Pacifica Experience & Excellent Work Danish Sterling and 12 place said difference is not appropriated as part In 50 Free at ‘Y’ Nationals YEAR: 2004 of the final budget; and, Residential, Apartments, settings of Wedgwood China. VIN#: 2C8GF68444R613434 WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Commercial, Offices (908) 463-0457 Nine members of the Westfield Area Other meet highlights include many MILEAGE: 154,391 Town of Westfield, County of Union, hereby Free Estimates 100% Guaranteed Start Bid: $2,514.60 Y “Devilfish” Swim Team qualified to best times recorded in prelims and determines that this difference in the References Available HOUSE CLEANING compete at the 2014 YMCA Short time trials, including a Devilfish team (908) 510-2542 amount of $880,351.26 that is not appro- 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $32.64 Do you need someone to clean Course National Swimming Champi- record time of 3.33.27 in the Women’s priated as part of the final budget shall be your house, apartment or Condo? onships held in Greensboro, N.C. on Open 400-freestyle relay by the team retained as an exception to the final appropriations in either of the next two succeed- Probitas Verus Honos FREELANCERS WANTED Excellent references. April 1-4. Senior standout Caroline of Kim Jimenez, Gwyn Devin, Allie ing years. Free Estimates. Baldwin continued her exceptional McBrearty and Baldwin. Caroline NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, Strong, detail-oriented writers PUBLIC NOTICE with professional demeanor (862) 307-3481 performances by qualifying for mul- Basil set a new WY record of 4.43.79 that any amount authorized herein above tiple individual event finals and break- for the Women’s 400IM. Basil, Kevin that is not appropriated as part of the final BOROUGH OF GARWOOD needed to cover local Reading is Good For You budget shall be retained as an exception to government meetings. Must be ing her own team records. Clauss, Devin, Jimenez, McBrearty final appropriation in either of the next two ORDINANCE NO. 14-06 Baldwin placed second in the 50- and Luke McGrory recorded personal able to meet deadlines, know succeeding years; and, AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE how to write a lead, and take freestyle with an amazing time of best times. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a FOR A REVISED RATE 22.88 setting a new Westfield “Y” Competitors: Caroline Baldwin (50 certified copy of this ordinance as intro- SCHEDULE FOR 2014 PUR- an active interest in their beats duced be filed with the Director of the SUANT TO §134-16 (RATE in order to develop news record, as well as the state record for & 100 free, 100 & 200 back, 200 & Division of Local Government Services New Jersey. She touched seventh in 400 Free Relay, 200 & 400 Medley SCHEDULE) IN ARTICLE V stories. Please email within 5 days of introduction; and (INDUSTRIAL WASTE & resume and clips to: 200-back, setting a new team stan- Relay); Audrey Bangs (200 back); BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that a FEES) IN CHAPTER 134 dard at 1.58.54 and placed 10th in Caroline Basil (100 & 200 back, 200 certified copy of this ordinance upon adop- (SEWERS) OF THE CODE OF [email protected] tion, with the recorded vote included THE BOROUGH OF goleader.com/subscribe 100-backstroke with a WY record IM, 200 & 400 Medley Relay); Kevin thereon, be filed with said Director within 5 time of 54.97. Clauss (100 back); Erika Daniel (100 GARWOOD, FOR THE INDUS- days after such adoption. TRIAL USER CHARGE PRO- & 200 fly, 200 & 400 Medley Relay); 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $48.96 VIDED FOR IN §134-15. PUBLIC NOTICE Gwyn Devin (50 Free, 100 Breast, PUBLIC NOTICE WHEREAS, §134-15 of the Code of the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 200 & 400 Free Relay, 200 & 400 Borough of Garwood provides for an in- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Medley Relay); Kim Jimenez (100 & TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS dustrial user charge; and NOTICE TO BIDDERS 200 free, 100 Back, 200 & 400 Free UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY WHEREAS, §134-16 of the Code of the Borough of Garwood, provides for the adop- NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids Relay); Allie McBrearty (100 back, NOTICE TO BIDDERS tion by ordinance of the Mayor and Council will be received by the Township of Scotch 200 & 400 Free Relay); Luke NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids of the rate schedule for said industrial user Plains, in the County of Union, State of McGrory (100 back, 50 free); Head will be received by the Township of Scotch charge; New Jersey, at the office of the Township Plains, in the County of Union, State of NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED Clerk, Scotch Plains Municipal Building, Age Group Coach Jackie Whitty and New Jersey, at the office of the Township by the Mayor and Council of the Borough 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Head Coach Brian Guidera. Clerk, Scotch Plains Municipal Building, of Garwood as follows: Jersey, 07076 (Attention: Bozena Lacina, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New SECTION 1. The rate schedule for the Township Clerk) until 10:00 a.m. on April PUBLIC NOTICE Jersey, 07076 (ATTN: Bozena Lacina, industrial user charge established under 24, 2014 prevailing time for “WESTFIELD Township Clerk) on or before April 24, §134-16 of the Code of the Borough of AVENUE SECTION 2, MILLING & TOP SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 2014 at 10:30 a.m. prevailing time or as Garwood, for the year 2014 and until such COURSE PAVING, CONTRACT E2013- CHANCERY DIVISION soon thereafter as the matter may be time as the new rate schedule shall be 2.” UNION COUNTY reached, for “REPLACEMENT 16 CUBIC adopted by ordinance shall be as follows: Major items and approximate quantities DOCKET NO. F-030550-13 YARD VACUUM TRUCK BODY” in ac- FLOW: for this project are: FILE NO. 17625-13 cordance with the Specifications and In- Per Million Gallons $3049.00 Milling, 2 inch and 3 inch Depths – 11,450 NOTICE TO REDEEM formation to Bidders prepared by the Town- SECTION 2. All ordinances or parts of Square Yards ship. At that time and place, such bids will FWDSL & ASSOCIATES L.P.; ordinances inconsistent herewith are Superpave HMA 9.5M64 Surface Course be publicly opened and read aloud. No PLAINTIFF VS. BEATRICE L. hereby repealed to the extent of such – 1,475 Tons bids shall be received other than at the MILLER, HER HEIRS, DEVI- inconsistency. Concrete Sidewalk and Handicap Ramps time and place herein designated for their SEES AND PERSONAL REP- SECTION 3. If any portion of this ordi- – 280 Square Yards receipt, unless mailed to the Township OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, April 13th • 1-4pm RESENTATIVES AND HIS, nance shall be determined to be invalid, Traffic Striping, Thermoplastic –11,625 Clerk for receipt at the designated time HER, THEIR OR ANY OF such determination shall not affect the Linear Feet and place. 230 Connecticut Street, Westfield $999,999 THEIR SUCCESSORS IN validity of the remaining portions of said At the time and place stated above, such Copies of the Bid Documents may be New Listing. Welcome to this impressive five bedroom, 3 1/2 bath custom-built Georgian RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- ordinance. bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. obtained during regular business hours EST; FORD MOTOR CREDIT SECTION 4. This ordinance shall take center hall Colonial situated on almost half an acre of property. The open floor plan No bids shall be received other than at the from the Township Clerk upon payment of COMPANY; STATE OF NEW effect upon final passage and publication boasts a large entrance foyer that opens to living room and formal dining room; French time and place herein designated for their $50 for each complete set of documents, JERSEY; DEFENDANT(S) in accordance with law. doors separate the living room and family room. The kitchen is adjacent to the large receipt, unless mailed to the Township which sum is non-refundable. Written ques- family room with wide plank wood-flooring and gas fireplace and has sliding doors to the Clerk for receipt at the designated time TO: BEATRICE L. MILLER, HER tions regarding the bid specifications may NOTICE deck and private yard. A full bath, laundry / mud room and fifth bedroom / office complete and place. HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL be submitted to the Bozena Lacina, Town- Notice is hereby given that Ordinance the first floor. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms including master with Copies of the Bid Documents may be REPRESENTATIVES AND HIS, HER, ship Clerk, at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch No. 14-06, was introduced and passed on double doors to a private office or sitting room and dressing room, fabulous closets and obtained during regular business hours THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCES- Plains, New Jersey 07076 on or before first reading at a meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Garwood, in the large bath with jetted tub and separate shower. The huge basement with half bath offers from the Township Engineer’s Office upon SORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- April 14, 2014. payment of $50 for each complete set of A certified check, cashier’s check or bid County of Union, State of New Jersey, held fabulous recreation room space / exercise as well as storage. Numerous amenities include: EST; documents, which sum is non-refundable, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an order bond in the amount of ten per cent (10%) on the 8th DAY OF APRIL 2014, and that wood floors with walnut inlay, two-zone central-air-conditioning and heat, oversized two- beginning April 14, 2014. Written ques- made on April 1, 2014, the Superior Court of the bid, but in no case in excess of Ordinance No. 14-06, will be taken up for car attached garage, extra driveway parking and circular drive and plentiful storage. This tions regarding the bid specifications may Fixed May 16, 2014 between the hours of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000), must further consideration for final passage at lovely home with great potential offers unique space - inside and out! be submitted to the Township Engineer, at nine o’clock in the forenoon and four o’clock be submitted with the bid guaranteeing the meeting of said Borough Council to be 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New in the afternoon, prevailing time, at the that if a contract is awarded, the bidder held at its meeting room in the Municipal Jersey 07076 on or before April 21, 2014. office of the Tax Collector of PLAINFIELD, shall execute the contract. Bidders must Building, 403 South Avenue, Garwood, A certified check, cashier’s check or bid located at 515 WATCHUNG AVENUE, also submit a Consent of Surety with the New Jersey, on the 22nd DAY OF APRIL bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of PLAINFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07060 as the bid, wherein the Surety agrees to furnish a 2014, at 7:15 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the bid, but in no case in excess of twenty time and place when and where you may performance bond if the Bidder is awarded said matter can be heard, at which time thousand dollars ($20,000), must be sub- pay to the plaintiff the amount so found due the contract. and place all persons who may be inter- mitted with the bid guaranteeing that if a for principal and interest on its certificate of The successful bidder shall be required ested therein will be given an opportunity contract is awarded, the bidder shall ex- tax sale as follows: to submit a Performance Bond in a sum to be heard concerning the same. ecute the contract. Bidders must also sub- LOT 32 BLOCK 130 on the tax duplicate equal to one hundred per cent (100%) of ATTEST: mit a Consent of Surety with the bid, wherein of PLAINFIELD. Total amount required to the full amount of the contract. Such Per- Christina Ariemma the Surety agrees to furnish a performance redeem tax sale certificate no. 11-073 is formance Bond must be furnished by the Municipal Clerk bond if the Bidder is awarded the contract. $34,865.27, together with interest from successful bidder simultaneously with the Borough of Garwood Bidders are required to comply with the December 30, 2013 and costs of $1,181.38. delivery of the executed contract. 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $57.12 requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. And that unless, at the same time and Bidders are required to comply with the and N.J.A.C. 17:27 and all other appli- place, you or one of you redeem by paying requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. PUBLIC NOTICE cable statutes, laws or regulations. the aforesaid sum so found due to plaintiff, and N.J.A.C. 17:27 and all other appli- BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Bidders are required to submit a valid then you, and each of you shall be de- cable statutes, laws or regulations. Business Registration Certificate from the barred and foreclosed of and from all right Bidders are required to submit a valid RESOLUTION NO. 14-165 State of New Jersey Department of Trea- and equity of redemption of, in and to the Business Registration Certificate from the WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of sury, Division of Revenue. lands and premises above set out and State of New Jersey Department of Trea- the Borough of Garwood determined that Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed described in the complaint and every part sury, Division of Revenue. there exists a need for professional plan- envelope addressed to the Township Clerk, thereof, and that the plaintiff be vested with Each bid shall be enclosed in a sealed ning services for the purpose of conduct- 46 Westbrook Road, Westfield $629,000 bearing the name and address of the bid- an absolute and indefeasible estate of envelope addressed to the Township Clerk, ing a study of Block 0211/Lot 0006, 75 der, upon which shall be designated: New Listing. Welcome to this pristine, updated four bedroom, 2 full bath split level inheritance in fee simple in said lands and bearing the name and address of the bid- North Avenue, Paperboard/Millen Indus- “WESTFIELD AVENUE SECTION 2, home situated on a cul-de-sac close to elementary, middle and high schools. The open, premises. der, upon which shall be designated: tries as an area in need of redevelopment; MILLING & TOP COURSE PAVING, bright floor plan boasts gleaming hardwood floors, large, sunny living room with bay Anything to the contrary notwithstand- “REPLACEMENT 16 CUBIC YARD and CONTRACT E2013-3" ing, redemption shall be permitted up until VACUUM TRUCK BODY” WHEREAS, the council adopted on window, formal dining room with sliding doors to the deck and private yard, and updated The Township reserves the right to re- the entry of final judgment including the The Township reserves the right to re- September 24, 2013, Resolution No. 13- eat-in-kitchen with stainless appliances and granite countertops. The warm and inviting ject any and all bids under the provisions of whole of the last date upon which judg- ject any and all bids under the provisions of 314 directing the planning board to per- family room is located on the grade level, as well as the laundry / mudroom and access N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2. ment is entered. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2. form a study of Block 0211/Lot 0006, 75 By Order of the Township of Scotch to oversized one-car attached garage. The bedrooms are located on the upper levels, Michael G. Pellegrino, Esq. By Order of the Township of Scotch North Avenue, Paperboard/Millen Indus- Plains, New Jersey. including the master with walk-in closet and new bath. The third floor features a large Attorney for Plaintiff Plains, State of New Jersey. tries as an area in need of redevelopment; Jerry Giaimis, fourth bedroom, also with walk-in closet and access to a large, floored attic. Conveniently PELLEGRINO & FELDSTEIN, L.L.C. Jerry Giaimis, and Municipal Manager located to schools, downtown and NYC transportation. 290 Route 46 West Municipal Manager WHEREAS, the Borough Clerk has de- Bozena Lacina, Denville, New Jersey 07834 Bozena Lacina, termined that such services to perform this Township Clerk (973) 586-2300 Township Clerk study are professional services as defined 1 T - 4/10/14, The Times Fee: $63.75 1 T - 4/10/14, The Leader Fee: $54.06 1 T - 4/10/14, The Times Fee: $62.73 in the Local Public Contracts Law of the State of New Jersey; and WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law requires that a notice stating the nature, duration, services and amount of The Proven Professional each contract awarded as a professional services contract be printed once in the official newspaper of the municipality; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough Long-term success in the real estate profession is of Garwood: 1. That the Mayor and Borough Clerk be reserved for the select few who consistently deliver and are hereby authorized and directed to value to their clients. With unparalleled dignity and execute an agreement with Harbor Con- sultants, Inc., 320 North Avenue, Cranford, grace, Hye-Young Choi continues to provide an New Jersey 07016, for the provision of inspired level of service and outstanding results. professional planning services in connection with the study of Block 0211/Lot 0006, 75 North Avenue, Paperboard/Millen In- Hye-Young Choi dustries as an area in need of redevelop- 379 Midway Avenue, Fanwood $525,000 Sales Associate ment; and 2. That said Contractor shall receive New Listing. This fabulous four bedroom, 2 ½ bath updated Center Hall Colonial Top 1% of all Coldwell Banker Agents Internationally fees not to exceed $6,000.00 in accor- offers a wonderful floor plan perfect for today’s living. The center hall opens to the large dance with the proposal dated February front-to-back living room and spacious formal dining room. The renovated eat-in-kitchen Member of Coldwell Banker President’s Elite 14, 2014; and has granite countertops and tile backsplash, top-of-the-line appliances including a Viking #1 REALTOR, Westfield East Office, Total Production 11 Consecutive Years! 3. That this contract is awarded without range and exhaust, and KitchenAid stainless dishwasher and French door refrigerator. competitive bidding as professional ser- The kitchen opens to the family room with wood-burning fireplace, beamed ceiling and Email: [email protected] vices pursuant to the Local Public Con- Pella sliding doors to the private, professionally landscaped backyard with paver patio. Direct: (908) 301-2015 tracts Law; and 4. That the Borough Clerk be and is A powder room, renovated in 2013, and large pantry complete the first floor. 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Jersey Festival Orchestra, the auxiliary tional skills will ensure the success of top annual restaurant and gourmet Joining the judges this year is and fundraising arm of the orchestra, this year’s exciting tour.” food marketing events will be held Michelle Stavrou of JerseyBites.com, has announced the selection of Jenni- Mrs. Colamedici enthusiastically on Friday, April 11, from 5:30 to 9 a blog of food news and restaurant fer Colamedici of Westfield as chair of notes that this year’s tour, taking place p.m., in the renovated Rahway Rec- reviews in the Garden State. The Tast- the 30th Annual Tour of Notable Homes on Mother’s Day weekend, will hold reation Center at 275 East Milton ers Choice Award is decided by at- to be held on Saturday, May 10, from “something for everyone.” The resi- Avenue. tending guests. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. dences will feature musical interludes, The 2014 event will be bigger and Talented Rahway area jazz group, “The tour is a much-anticipated lo- the always popular basket raffle, door better than ever before with the addi- Reut Regev, and Linden-based On cal tradition when owners of some of prizes, and refreshments served in the tion of two large tents, for a total area Fire Entertainment, will create a fes- the area’s finest homes garden of one of the of 18,000 square feet of food, wine, tive and fun atmosphere with live generously throw homes. cocktails, music, art and live enter- music and entertainment. open their doors to the Three of the mag- tainment. Access to all food, drink, In between sips and snacks, guests public,” said Mrs. nificent homes are lo- and entertainment is included in the can also browse displays and booths Colamedici. “There is cated in Westfield and advance ticket price of $30 ($40 at from local organizations, merchants, a wide diversity of out- two landmark resi- the door). artists, and sponsors, as well as a car standing architecture dences are in the The Rahway Taste of Spring fea- display by Miller Buick and an art and stylish décor in our Sleepy Hollow section tures the culinary delights of more show by Rahway High School fine community which of Plainfield. than 60 regional food establishments art students. must be seen to be fully “The Home Tour is and individual tasting stations of fine Attendees are asked to support the appreciated.” a key element of the wine, aperitifs, and boutique beer, Taste of Spring canned food drive by Mrs. Colamedici funding mix that’s nec- presented by national companies and bringing an unopened boxed or began her residential essary to operate the distributors. canned food item. Ticket holders can BRIDGING GENERATIONS...Cellists Lester Barsky and Eric Jacobson per- real estate career in orchestra,” Music Di- Attendees will find familiar and enter to win a door prize, and there form side-by-side during a New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra. 1992 with Coldwell rector of the New Jer- exotic cuisines from around the globe. will be a 50/50 raffle. Banker and was re- sey Festival Orchestra From all-American favorites to the Tickets are $30 if purchased be- cruited to join The Jennifer Colamedici David Wroe stated. flavors of Cuba, Peru, Mexico, Italy, fore 3 p.m. on April 11, and $40 at the NJIO Presents 20th Solomon Organiza- “The ‘Friends’ have Spain, Portugal, Japan, Ireland, and door (between 6 - 7:15 p.m.). tion, a Real Estate Development com- been true to their name in this respect specialty cuisines, such as seafood, Tickets can be purchased at Metro pany, where she surpassed her peers in since the group’s very inception. BBQ, soul food, and fusion blends, Liquors in Linden, Pinho’s Bakery of Anniversary Gala Concert sales and marketing within the three Supplemental fund raising is critical there is something for all tastes. Roselle, and in Rahway at Witty’s Wine RAHWAY – The Intergenerational through Ticketmaster, the UCPAC communities. She joined Keller Will- because only about a third of our rev- Area bakeries will serve up bite- and Spirits, Beana’s Mexican Restau- Orchestra (NJIO) celebrates 20 years box office (online at UCPAC.org or iams Premier Properties in 2008 and enue comes from the sale of tickets.” size sweets such as mini cannoli, rant, Rahway Rec Center, or Union of bridging the generations through in person) and through NJIO online moved to Coldwell Banker West in Mrs. Colamedici points out that the cupcakes, pastries and chocolate County PAC. For event information music with its 20th Anniversary Gala at www.njio.org or by calling (908) Westfield in 2012. Westfield area is one of only a few truffles, as well as regional delicacies visit RahwayTaste.com. Concert on Sunday, April 27, at 3 603-7691. Gala tickets are $30 for Jennifer’s greatest and most reward- smaller communities nationwide that like coconut bread pudding, panna The 2014 Rahway Taste of Spring is p.m. at the Union County Perform- adults, students $15 and children ing challenge came in 2000 when she serves as the home of a professional cotta, and even handmade ice cream presented by Rahway Arts District, RSI ing Arts Center (UCPAC) in Rahway. age 8 and under are free and can be became a mom of a special needs child. symphony orchestra. “It’s truly a trea- and gelato. Bank, Metro Rahway, and Northfield This celebration for the ages includes purchased at njio.org or by calling Assuming the role as advocate for spe- sure that adds to the quality of life Restaurants compete for inclusion Bank, and sponsored by Witty’s Wine a program of joyful and celebratory (908) 603-7691. cial needs children and their families, throughout central Jersey,” she said. in the 2014 Chefs’ Winners’ Circle in and Spirits, Metro Liquors, Meridia music. Recognized across the country as she also served as a Parent Representa- Tickets for the 2014 Tour of Notable eight categories, including best ap- Water’s Edge, Miller Buick, ERA Vil- Following the concert, a Gala Re- a model for intergenerational pro- tive at The Summit Speech School for Homes are $30 in advance ($35 on petizer, entrée, side dishes, ethnic, lage Green, and TD Bank. ception will be held in the UCPAC gramming, NJIO provides educa- the Deaf. Even today, Jennifer remains May 10) and are available online at lobby. Participants at the anniver- tion and performance opportunities committed to help others and can be www.njfestivalorchestra.org. Tickets sary gala will enjoy eating many for people of all ages that would like found mentoring newly diagnosed are also available at Baron’s Drugs and POPCORN decadent delectables, bidding on sev- to be part of an orchestra or en- families and is involved with numerous The Town Bookstore in Westfield; POPCORN eral items donated to NJIO and lis- semble. charitable organizations as well at the Christoffers in Mountainside; “Noah” tening to chamber music. For more information, email Mary Westfield Symphony. Norman’s Hallmark in Fanwood and Concert tickets are $10 for adults, Beth Sweet at [email protected] or visit “We are thrilled that Mrs. Colamedici Periwinkles in Cranford. For more in- Not Quite the Living End children are free and are available www.njio.org. has agreed to chair this important event,” formation visit 2 and ½ popcorns stated Friends’ President Alicia Barker. www.njfestivalorchestra.org. One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent Crescent Choral Society By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER time the Goldberger clan attended Film Critic the movies en masse. It was to see Director Darren Aronofsky’s “The Ten Commandments” (1956), To Present Hummel “Noah” is compelling more as a cu- The Adams Theatre, Newark, N.J., PLAINFIELD — The Crescent that Hummel’s death in 1837 marked riosity piece than an edifying enter- reserved seats and all. When the Red Choral Society will present “The the end of the classical period of tainment. Fraught with potential pit- Sea parted, wowee! Now, perhaps Viennese Connection: Hummel, music and the ushering in of the falls by the very nature of the under- time has made me a bit jaded, how- Haydn’s Heir “with orchestra, solo- romantic period. taking, any artistic work claiming to ever, while I wouldn’t want to at- ists, and chorus on Saturday, April Come and enjoy the wonderful represent Holy Writ is bound to en- tempt swimming through Mr. 12, at 8 p.m. in the historic Crescent precision and beauty of this perfor- counter tons of righteous indigna- Aronofsky’s watery torrent, I ex- Avenue Presbyterian Church in mance in the historic and grand Cres- tion. Ask the great painters. pected something much more mag- Plainfield. cent Avenue Presbyterian Church. But Mr. Aronofsky, disregarding nificent. Johann Nepomuk Hummel’s Mass Tickets are $20 ($15 for seniors the standard advice that one should And therein I suspect, dear reader, in C, Octet Partita in E flat, and Te and $5 for students) and may be steer clear of discussing religion, lies the film’s major problem. The Deum will be performed by a classi- purchased at the door. Large print business or politics, apparently de- director strives within the miasma of cal-sized orchestra and a 40-voice programs and handicap facilities will cided that a benign discussion of the spiritual legend to achieve some sort choir and soloists directed by F. Allen be provided. For inquiries, call the weather wouldn’t make for much of of essentially inexpressible Artz III, music director at Crescent church office at (908) 756-2468. a feature film. So he bites the apple realism….hence creating his very Avenue Church. Funding for this concert has been SPRING STRINGS...Coaches work closely with musicians in the New Jersey and invokes the moviemaker’s ver- own contradiction in terms. If you While Hummel is not as well- made possible in part by the New Intergenerational Orchestra Spring Strings Studio. For more information visit sion of original sin. give it some thought, what enchants known as his teacher, Wolfgang Jersey State Council on the Arts, www.njio.org. The upshot is, not bad, not us most about Biblical tales is the Amadeus Mozart, and his mentor, Department of State, a Partner great…the effort certain to be met mysticism, the magic, the straight Franz Joseph Hadyn, his music is Agency of the National Endowment with subjective opinion. The ques- up divine intervention. Trying to es- exceptionally graceful and lovely. for the Arts, through a grant admin- Contemporary Art Group tion is, regardless of whether you tablish some gauzy subtlety, he for- Hummel moved in the same musical istered by the Union County Office subscribe to a literal or a meta- sakes the miracle for an imagined circles as Beethoven and it is said of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. phoric explanation, just how valid authenticity. Announces Members Show can any filmic interpretation of so Otherwise, the art direction pro- Town Book Store Hosts Edward Einhorn WATCHUNG - The Watchung Arts Uhr, Rosalia Verdun, Kerrie Wandlass, provocative a teaching be? poses a very stark and rather barren WESTFIELD – The Town Book “A Very Improbable Story,” “Para- Center will host the annual members Margareta Warlick, Cynthia Weiss and Perhaps trying to please a gen- landscape…a place that has, alas, Store will host Edward Einhorn, au- dox in Oz,” “The Living House of show of the Contemporary Art Group Gail Winbury. eral consensus that simply doesn’t drifted afar of the garden. That is thor of the children’s book, “Frac- Oz,” and numerous plays produced from May 1 -May 29. An opening The Contemporary Art Group (CAG) exist, Mr. Aronofsky imparts no es- until a forest, thanks to the interces- tions in Disguise: A Math Adven- in New York. When not writing, he reception will be held on Sunday, May is a non-profit, collegial organization pecially divergent, radically cre- sion of granddad Methuselah (An- ture” on Saturday, April 12, from 2 - works as the Artistic Director of 4, 1-4 p.m. of working artists who meet on a regu- ative or particularly enticing theo- thony Hopkins), sprouts up just in 4 p.m. Untitled Theater Company 61 a The- Participating artists include: Victor lar basis at Watchung Arts Center and ries. Oh, he takes liberties all right, the nick of time to supply Noah with When a valuable fraction goes ater of Ideas. Barber, Natalie Becker, Bess Birrell, exhibit their work. CAG is a supportive like making The Watchers, a group the lumber he will be requiring. En- missing, George Cornelius Factor The New York Times has called his Millicent Brody, Joy Ann Cabanos, group where there is mutual respect of fallen angels who help Noah fend gineering and nautical types will be (a.k.a. GCF) vows to track it down. work “exquisitely ingenious” and Virginia Carroll, Karen Castano, Bar- among members, where members ex- off the incursions of super sinner disappointed by the actual building. Knowing that the villainous Dr. Brok “almost unbearably funny.” He is a bara Kaminska Eddy, Michael Endy , change ideas, provide information Tubal-cain, appear like some an- Here again, I expected something likes to disguise his ill-begotten frac- Westfield native and spent many of Paul Federico, Maryann Ficker, Fran about exhibit opportunities and share cient, stone-like variation of Trans- much grander. tions, GCF invents a Reducer—a tool his formative years in The Town Franklin, Diane Gallo, Mel Holsten, their own artistic development. formers. What we witness for the most part that strips away the disguise, reduc- Book Store dreaming of being an Theresa Hood, Maxine King, Avi More information about Contempo- Of course, he fills gaps within the is a very competent director (“Black ing the fraction and revealing its true author. Kiriakatis, Constantine Kiriakatis, Don rary Art Group can be found at overall saga with a soap opera plot, Swan,” “The Wrestler”) walking a form. According to Booklist: Meet Edward Einhorn at The Town Kuhn, Linda Lam, Ed Lara, Sheilia contemporaryartgroup.org. presumably to make matters more tightrope of his own “Einhorn manages to keep up the Book Store located at 270 East Broad Lenga, Tracey Luckner, Margaret The Watchung Arts Center is located theatrical for us mortals. Not to making…damned no matter what dramatic tension between the intrepid Street in Westfield (corner of East McCrary-Anderson, Charles T. Miller, on the circle at 18 Stirling worry…there are no car chase tack he takes. While managing to hero and the sneering villain while Broad and Elmer Streets). If you are Monica Schreiber -Otero, Tom Perri, Road,Watchung. The Gallery is open scenes. slip in some present-minded doc- slipping in bits of fraction-wrangling unable to attend this event, feel free Renee Post, Eugene Prial, Linnea Tuesday-Friday noon-5 p.m. and Sat- However, what constitutes but trine and establishing a waste-not, information along the way.” to call The Town Book Store at (908) Rhodes, Bob Sharen, Dorothy Siclare, urday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more infor- four chapters in “Genesis” and is want-not Noah as the first conserva- Edward Einhorn is the author of 233-3535 to reserve an autographed Cecilly Sullivan, Jim Temple, Barbara mation go to watchungarts.org. expanded to two hours and eigh- tionist, Mr. Aronofsky bobs and the books “Fractions is Disguise,” copy of “Fractions in Disguise.” teen minutes for the silver screen, weaves through the labyrinthine ir- should be recognizable, if not nec- resolution of political correctness. essarily accurate, to believers, non- Philosophical sorts as well as Bib- believers and those still undecided. lical scholars with time to kill be- Although Aronofsky’s telling adds tween archeological expeditions no profoundly novel wrinkles of its might enjoy digging into the own, there is a decided emphasis. It director’s dilemma just to see what is the tussle between good and evil, they can unearth. But whereas strict and between right and wrong. constructionists are bound to cry Sayeth Aronofsky, they are not the blasphemy, folks simply seeking same. blockbuster entertainment, and who Using Noah’s mission as example couldn’t care less either way about of what we humans find ourselves the flood of controversy “Noah” is confronting on a daily basis, the engendering, will find the film a filmmaker examines the anguish of rather waterlogged affair. trying to do the right thing whilst … attempting to discern just exactly “Noah,” rated PG-13, is a Para- MEDAL WINNERS...In March, the Golden Key Music Festival held its annual what that noble goal is. Russell mount Pictures release directed by auditions at the Calderone School of Music (CSM) in East Hanover. Piano Crowe, who puts in a journeyman Darren Aronofsky and stars Russell students from all over the tri-state area competed for a medal and a position to performance as the title shipbuilder, Crowe, Jennifer Connelly and Emma perform at prestigious venues in New York City. Twenty-Nine of CSM’s piano embodies this mental wrestling Watson. Running time: 118 minutes students won gold, silver, super bronze and bronze medals, as well as achievement match with notable aplomb. For diplomas. Pictured, Julia Zheng, a resident of Cedar Knolls, and a piano student of Prof. Portnaya at The Calderone School of Music, was also selected by Golden those of a mind, the comparative Key to perform “Italian Song” by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, at Carnegie Hall in mulling of human ethics and the New York, N.Y. on Saturday, May 31. religious laws as they’ve been taught to us affords the gray matter a work- out. Counterpoised to the goodness that earned Noah his assignment is the kind of miscreant that prompted the apocalypse in the first place. Tubal-cain, effectively portrayed by Suny Maritime College Ray Winstone, is a formidable villain, and probably more than a little Announces Grad crazy. I mean, he knows the score THROGGS NECK, NY – Nick J. and still, shaking his fists at the Yiantselis recently graduated earn- heavens, figures he can prevail any- ing a Bachelor’s of Science in Inter- ) * way. But sure as rain, the deluge national Transportation and Trade & ) '# ! )( comes. from the State University of New !% ) +"&# +"+ At this point my mind couldn’t York (SUNY) Maritime College. He "& '++ help but segue to probably the only is a native of Scotch Plains. "& #"# Page 24 Thursday, April 10, 2014 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Coffee With Conscience Series Hosts Carsie Blanton WESTFIELD — The Coffee With and the clarity of her voice. Conscience Concert Series continues Since 2007, Carsie has toured ex- its 14th season by presenting the fun tensively throughout the U.S. as a and quirky Carsie Blanton in concert headliner and as support tour for Paul on Saturday, April 26, at the First United Simon, Shawn Colvin, Bruce Hornsby, Methodist Church of Westfield located Joan Osborne, The Weepies, Loudon at 1 East Broad Street (corner of North Wainwright III, John Oates, The Wood Avenue) in Westfield. Doors will open Brothers and others. In 2011, Carsie at 7:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 8 performed a live set on the nationally p.m. Admission is $19 online and $24 syndicated NPR program “Mountain at the door. This concert will benefit Stage,” and joined Paul Simon to open HomeFirst. several dates on his “So Beautiful or So Carsie is a young singer- What” tour. In 2012, she released her songwriter whose songwriting is third studio album, “Idiot Heart.” known for its wit, insight, and me- For more information or to purchase lodic sensibility, and her live perfor- tickets visit www.carsie- ARTIST SHOWCASE…Six Edison Intermediate School students were selected to showcase their art work at the Elizabethtown Gas Company in Union in mances are lauded for humor, wit, blanton.eventbrite.com. celebration of Youth Art Month. A special awards ceremony was held on March 24 to honor the Westfield students and recognize their unique artist talents. NUMERO UNO…Students in Spanish II Honors class at Westfield High Pictured, from left to right, are: Tahani Ahmed, Darika Lara-Rodriquez, Elaina School earned first place in the Montclair State University Spanish Day film Jones and Amanda Zhang. Participating artists not shown in the photo are Shea Kristina Hernandez Stars In festival on March 28, with the video “En busca de un futuro mejor” (In Search Elliot and Elisha Israel. The chosen Westfield pieces included four paintings, one of a Better Future). Pictured at the award ceremony kneeling, left to right, pen and ink drawing, and one colored pencil. The Edison Intermediate School are: Liz Schultz (teacher), Juliana Yang, Max Wasilewski, Zoe Rader, Emily artists are students of Alison Hooper and Helen Frees. A Streetcar Named Desire Sackett, Sophie Hurwitz. Standing, left to right, are: Noah Bram, Ben Norton, WESTFIELD — Kristina Katie Colleran, Erica Cheung, Jillian Martinez (teacher) Katie Foley, Emma Hernandez of Westfield will portray Pettit and Emily Oster. Eunice Hubbell in Westfield Commu- nity Players (WCP) production of A WHS Students Win First NJIO String Studio Streetcar Named Desire, the Pulitzer Award winning drama by Tennessee Place at Film Festival Begins May 8 Williams. WESTFIELD — Students in the NEW PROVIDENCE — The Ms. Hernandez has previously per- Spanish II Honors class at Westfield New Jersey Intergenerational Or- formed at WCP in A View from the High School (WHS) combined their chestra Spring String Studio begins Bridge, Rehearsal for Murder, The knowledge of language and history to Thursday, May 8, and runs for four Glass Menagerie and The Fox on the make an awarding winning video. Earn- consecutive Thursday evenings Fairway. ing first place in the Montclair State from 7:15 - 9:15 p.m. at the New Kristina just finished a run of Sex, University Spanish Day film festival Jersey Youth Symphony Center, 570 Relationships, and Sometimes Love at on March 28, the video entirely created Central Avenue, New Providence. The Snapple Theater Center in The Kristina Hernandez by WHS freshmen, beat out all other Participants in the Spring Strings Jerry Orbach Theater in New York City. schools in New Jersey, including those Studio can expect a musically en- She also has worked at many area students (matinees only, with ID) and represented by upper classmen. “En riching experience for violinists, theaters in New York and New Jersey $10 for currently serving military per- busca de un futuro mejor” (In Search of violists, cellists and bassists. Play- including, The Producer’s Club (NYC), sonnel. a Better Future) is a five-minute video ers will be grouped by instrument, Circle Playhouse, Edison Valley Play- For ticket reservations, call the Box based on the historical events concern- and the camp concludes with a per- house, and Old Library Theater. Office at (908) 232-1221 or visit ing forced disappearances in several formance. All levels are welcome. Photo courtesy of David DeBalko A Streetcar Named Desire opens at www.westfieldcommunityplayers.org/ countries in Latin America in the 1970s A special discounted fee of $100 FIRST PLACE…After a competitive battle with seven schools from Union WCP Saturday, May 10, at 8 p.m. and WCP_Streetcar_tickets.html. and 80s. is offered for those who sign up by County over health, nutrition, science and fitness, students from Orange Avenue runs Saturday, May 17, and Friday and A Streetcar Named Desire is being The film festival was held during the Wednesday, April 30. The fee is School in Cranford can call themselves the 2014 UnitedHealthcare Health Bee champions. Pictured, from left to right, are: Mary Emmons, faculty advisor; Saturday, May 30 and 31, at 8 p.m.; directed by Brian Remo and produced second half of Spanish Day at Montclair $125 after April 30. Mark Elsasser, CEO of the Westfield YMCA; Michael McGuire, CEO of Sunday, May 18, (matinee) at 3 p.m. by Steve Lemenille. Both Mr. Remo and attended by more than 15 schools For more information, call Mary UnitedHealthcare of New York and New Jersey; and team members Natasha There will be a special student perfor- and Mr. Lemenille are NJACT Perry and approximately 400 students. The Beth Sweet at (908) 603-7691, Salvati, James Nichnadowicz, Burke Jaeger, Dan Acocella, Hanna Capone, mance on Sunday, May 11, at 3 p.m. Award nominees as directors and pro- first half of the day consisted of work- email [email protected] or visit Allison Hosler and Gina Ricardo. Tickets are $20 for adults; $10 for ducers. shops entirely in Spanish. www.njio.org. TogetherALL BETTER

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WF’S CRISCUOLO RAPS 2B, 1B, 4 RBI; ELLIOTT 2B, 1B, 2 RBI; WISCHUSEN WHACKS 3 HITS Blue Devils Score in Chunks to Top Softball Cougars, 11-1

By DAVID B. CORBIN whole time. I think our defense Head Coach Sarah Beck said. pitches were off. It’s the first Senior Julia Criscuolo inflicted Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times had to be on their toes. We did a Another major factor was that game, so I have to keep tighten- the majority of the damage on Two breakout innings accounted pretty good job of that. As far as Blue Devil pitcher Elena Scarano ing up spots and going after each the Cougars with a bases-loaded for all of the Blue Devils’ runs as offense goes, I would like to see yielded no walks, while striking batter. That middle lineup in the two-run single that actually the Westfield High School soft- a little more consistency. It seems out three Cougars. Cougar pitcher top was pretty strong, but to- cleared the bases after an error ball team grabbed an 11-1 vic- like we got real hot in a couple of Theresa Wetherell allowed seven ward the end we figured out how in the second inning and a two- tory over the Cranford Cougars innings then real cold, so we got hits and five walks before being to get around it and make the run double in the seventh, while in the season opener at Adams to do a better job of working relieved in the seventh inning by right decisions on pitching,” scoring once. Field in Cranford on April 1. some counts and figuring out Katie Delsandro. Scarano said. “She has the smoothest swing, Despite the difference in the some situations,” Blue Devil Head “No walks! That’s something That middle of the lineup began quickest bat. It doesn’t even look score, both teams managed to Coach Caitlin MacDonald said. that Elena is good at. She really, with Kerry Wischusen, batting in like she’s trying very hard, but put the bat on the ball with nine “Overall, I think we did really really controls in the zone. When the No. 3 spot. Wischusen went she hits the ball hard every time hits apiece. The 1-0 Blue Devils, well. They [Cougars] put the ball she is wild, she is wild on purpose 3-for-3 and scored the Cougars’ she is up. She came through for however, put seven of their hits in play. We’ve got to straighten and with a purpose, which is only run. Next was Allie Verrilli, us big in two situations, four RBI. into those two big innings. out some of the hits, but they got something that not a lot of high who went 2-for-3, and the No. 6 It’s a different game without her,” “Our pitching was solid. They the bat on the ball. They weren’t school pitchers can do. She man- hitter, Candice Durant, also went Coach MacDonald said. were putting the ball in play the watching strikes go by,” Cougar aged to spread around nine hits 2-for-3. Blue Devil Elena Elliott rapped and tightened up when she “They have been hitting line a two-run single and doubled, See & Subscribe at needed to,” Coach MacDonald drives from the beginning of while scoring twice. Chrissy goleader.com/ballyhoo said. scrimmages. They have been Ferraro slapped a couple of in- BallyhooBallyhoo “Some pitches were on. Some working really hard to straighten field singles and added an RBI those out and not have pop-ups. sacrifice fly. Cali Chambliss Submit commentary and items for publishing. They have been long ball hit- walked twice and scored twice. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste ters,” Coach Becker said. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

Sam Velez and Liz Fox both baseman Danielle Rinaldi was coachable error to plate six runs in the They were encouraging each singled and scored once, Scarano involved in six putouts, including Cougar right fielder Julia second. other. They were aggressive. scored once and Becca Kaufman a fine catch in foul territory. Salinardo made three smart Five Blue Devils danced across They made plays defensively. For singled, walked and scored twice. “You never know what you are plays. After hauling in a tough fly the plate in the seventh when the first game against Westfield, Shannon Schaefer walked and going to get with a freshman, but ball for the first out of the fifth they blended four hits, highlighted it was a good start to the sea- scored and added an RBI sac fly. she stepped up and did a really inning, she later ended the in- by Criscuolo’s two-run double, a son,” Coach Becker said. Maggie McKay and Jen Shore good job. She made those plays, ning by scooping a hard, would- walk, an error and an RBI sac fly. Westfield 060 000 5 11 each singled for the Cougars. got behind the ball and did what be single but alertly fired to first “They kept their heads up. They Cranford 100 000 0 1 Blue Devil freshman third she had to do. She’s very in time to get the out. Then in the didn’t get down on themselves. sixth inning, she made a sprinting snag of a liner in right- centerfield. “She made some good catches and threw that runner out. She’s stepping up, and I hope that continues,” Coach Becker said. “In the outfield, we made some good catches.” Cougar catcher Morgan Ferretti gunned down Ferraro heading for second in the first inning, then she nailed Criscuolo at third in the second inning. The Cougars scored their only run in the bottom of the first. Wischusen, Verrilli and McKay each singled, then Wischusen scored when McKay’s single got by the leftfielder. The Blue Devils capitalized on three singles, a sac fly, four walks and a fielding Page S-3 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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BALLAS BLASTS IN 5 GOALS, ADDS 2 ASSISTS; CHRISTIANO SCORES 4 GOALS, ADDS ASST Cougar Laxers Overwhelm No. Brunswick Boys, 14-1 By DAVID B. CORBIN in,” Cougar Head Coach Al The Cougars’ strong and expe- tempo of the game and took the field. That attack tactic took much Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Reinoso said. rienced midfield controlled the attack to the Raiders’ side of the pressure off the young Cougar Startup programs must take Many players from the bench defense. Junior middie Luke their lumps, but sometimes they did get their opportunity to see Christiano gave the Cougars a can present a problem to more action, especially since the 2-2 14-3 advantage in face-offs won. established teams in the manner Cougars netted eight of their The teams had an equal 23-23 in which they execute their style goals in the first quarter. showing in ground balls, but the of play. But not this time when “I told the kids, make sure you Raiders were unable to maintain the more established Cranford don’t free fall at the beginning of possession long when they High School boys lacrosse team the quarter. You got to go out scooped a ground ball. took care of business immedi- there and do what you’re sup- “The middies dictated the pace ately and powered its way to a posed to do early. Make sure that of the game. Luke Christiano dic- 14-1 victory over the North the other team doesn’t build a tates possession with excellent Brunswick Raiders at Memorial fire and play above their heads. face-off work, so those things Field in Cranford on April 3. We did that, but then you kind of enabled us to have the ball most “They [North Brunswick] are a flatten out. You just have to push of the time. It wasn’t the kind of building program. We got to keep through that. We were trying to game where you could sleepwalk our heads. We got to remain do things right. We wanted to on defense, but we didn’t have positive, get out there and do the make sure the fundamentals were them having possession time job. We work on improvement. all strong,” Coach Reinoso said. against us a lot,” Coach Reinoso You want to make sure you look said. at your bench and let everybody Probitas Verus Honos Senior attacker Alex Ballas led play. We try to get everybody CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-4 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

the Cougars with five goals and Pawlick each netted a goal and Ballas fed Colucci for his stuff Hurley scored Cranford’s 13th goal when they were tough defen- two assists. Luke Christiano fired two assists. Sophomore attacker goal. Thirty second later, Kutzer one minute into the fourth quar- sively in front of their net. It in four and added an assist. Se- Rich Hurley fired in one goal. scored unassisted then Colucci ter and Ballas, with Colucci’s as- wasn’t an easy game by any nior midfielder Cameron Kutzer After nearly five minutes of jock- fed Ballas at the 4:35 point. sist, slammed home the 14th goal. stretch. We had to work for ev- connected for two goals and eying for possession, Ballas found Pawlick then scored, assisted by “There were times when we got erything,” Coach Reinoso said. added an assist, while junior at- the net with 7:16 left in the first Ballas. Kutzer set up Christiano our offense running the way we No. Brunswick 0 1 0 0 1 tackers Nick Colucci and Mark quarter. In less than a minute, on his first goal. Christiano took wanted to then there were times Cranford 8 1 3 2 14 the ball from the face-off and slammed in the seventh goal then Pawlick set up Kutzer for the eighth goal of the quarter. Attacker Kyle Gallas got the Raiders on the board four minutes into the second quarter then as the final seconds were ticking away, Christiano from midfield, fired a Hail Mary shot that penetrated the goal. “He just turned and fired. He heard the bench actually counting down, so he said he just turned and fired at the net. It went in. When they go in, you take them. It’s the equivalent of a mid-court shot,” Coach Reinoso said. The Cougars won the third quarter, 3-0, with respective goals from Ballas (Pawlick assist), Christiano (straight-on charge) and Ballas (Christiano assist). Page S-5 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary More photos on Next Page

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Livingston Lady Lancers Score at 0:01, Sting Scotch Plains-Fanwood in Lacrosse, 13-12 Page S-10 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Colby La. Residents Against UCC Turf Field By CHRISTINA M. HINKE The Union County Freeholders ment, Mayor Andis Kalnins said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader have since de-funded the project Commissioner Tom Hannen, Jr. CRANFORD—Residents of Colby and now UCC is sending out pro- said the back payment could be Lane spoke out against Union motion materials asking for con- around $166,000, or more. County College (UCC) clear-cut- tributions to build the field. Mr. Hannen requested an OPRA ting some 700 trees on 4.3 acres “There are 750 signatures request be sent to UCC request- of a wooded area situated across against this project… How do we ing full-time student enrollment the street from their homes to get you guys to help us motivate numbers going back to 1985. make way for a turf, lacrosse and the community?” asked Colby Mayor Kalnins said he has also soccer field, a six-lane running Lane resident Felicia Van set up a meeting in a few weeks track and a jumping pit, Monday Ostenbridge, who said there is a with president of UCC, Margaret and Tuesday during the town- link to the petition at ucnu.org. McMenamin. ship committee meetings. The township said it is looking Resident Barbara Krause also The North Avenue Rail Station into a statement made by former requested the township look into Pedestrian Improvement project president of UCC, Thomas Brown, a possible deed restriction when is at a standstill after receiving who had promised in 1994 when UCC purchased the wooded area bids higher than budgeted. The UCC cut back woods for a parking from Fairview Cemetery. township had received a lot that UCC would not expand “Well, this field is just in $500,000 grant from the state into the wooded area any fur- Cranford. They have campuses Department of Transportation ther, according to Ms. Van in four different (DOT) in 2011 for this project Ostenbridge. communities…They don’t want and had budgeted $860,000 of The township also is looking to use existing fields...They don’t its own money for the project. into an agreement made between want to use Warinanco Park be- The lowest bidder came in at the township and UCC in 1983 to cause it floods…so they are going $1.172 million. collect 85 cents per full-time stu- to create a flood?” Ms. Van Now that budgeted amount is dent enrolled for police, fire and Ostenbridge said. Lady Lancers Sting Raiders, 13-12 likely to be increased to EMS services provided to the col- She said if this project were to $935,000, according to town- lege by the township that was to be built that 7 million more gal- ship engineer estimates, Town- be enacted in 1985; however, lons of water will be going into ship Administrator Terence Wall UCC has not paid on this agree- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE said. “I did ask him to look at areas that that number could be reduced to get to that funded Garwood Council Discusses amount. So far there is approximately $59,000 identified to be handled in house,” Mr. Wall said. Sewage Net Replacement On Tuesday, the township was able to receive a six-month ex- By BRIAN TRUSDELL ever, given the age of the exist- tension on the grant, which would Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ing net and that it was incapable have expired this month, from GARWOOD – Borough Council of preventing the blockages, he the DOT and had passed a reso- Streets, Roads and Ecology Com- said a new one may be neces- lution to reject all bids and go out mittee Chairman Bill Nierstedt sary. to bid again. warned the Borough Council Two clogs occurred on the west- Much of the township meetings Tuesday night that the borough ern edge of Garwood in the vicin- were devoted to comments made may need to replace its more ity of the ShopRite food market by residents opposing the UCC than 20-year-old sewage net and The Westwood catering hall. athletic field complex. UCC has along North Avenue. Mr. Nierstedt said linen was dis- plans drawn up, available to view The warning came after the covered as the cause of the clogs, at cranford.com/township, for a Department of Public Works re- leading those who fixed the prob- turf field and track, with a five- quired assistance from Cranford lem to suspect The Westwood as year plan to add a parking ga- and Westfield to unclog recent the source. rage at its Cranford campus. Sta- blockages. The streets committee also was dium seating and lighting is pro- Mr. Nierstedt did not have a continuing its research into the posed for the site. cost estimate for the new net, cost of privatizing garbage col- The township has made a reso- since he had only learned of the lection and possible alternatives lution opposing the field. issue earlier in the day. How- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-11 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Residents Against UCC Turf Field Shouldn’t Cranford Planning Bd. Nomahegan Lake. river just three feet, they are Ms. Van Ostenbridge also said going to do something that at that flags have recently been least in my opinion will damage Have Right to Vote on UCC Field? placed on trees, mostly likely to that effort,” Mayor Kalnins said demark it as one to cut down. Ms. Van Ostenbridge told The Cranford residents have been gearing up in impact will that have on a town hit hard by Kenilworth had offered up its Westfield Leader that her neigh- recent weeks in opposition to a plan by Union major floods over the years? Brearley field to the college, but bor now experiences flooding in UCC has not responded, Ms. Van her basement every time it rains County College to construct a soccer/la- Like government, colleges cannot be turned Ostenbridge said. after UCC put in the parking lot crosse field and six-lane track at the rear of down for a project they are seeking from a The area proposed for the turf and never planted trees as a the Cranford campus on the Westfield border town. Remember when the county “advised” field would also affect Gallows buffer, as it agreed to. off of Gallows Hill Road where the college’s the Westfield Planning Board about the pub- Hill Road residents in Westfield. UCC’s soccer and lacrosse tennis courts currently are located. The col- lic safety building, i.e. the Ralph Froehlich Mrs. Krause said that area al- teams were formed about two lege has pulled its $2-million capital budget Building? Or when 4Connections, a Union ready has traffic issues, and the years ago, and play in three state request off the table after Union County County vendor, came before the town council athletic complex would create teams, Ms. Van Ostenbridge told opted not to fund the project when residents in 2006 to advise the town it was installing more traffic and noise in the the Leader. came to freeholder meetings to oppose the fiber optic cable along North Avenue? area. “Dr. McMenamin is determined The Westfield Town Council is to get this done. She sees it as field. But UCC will likely conduct a fund- Shouldn’t Union County College be required to vote on a resolution on Tues- her legacy,” said Mrs. Krause. raising effort to come up with the money. to file an application with the Cranford Build- day, April 22, to oppose the ath- “This is a flooding issue. This is If this field is built it will almost certainly ing Department like everybody else and let letic field, according to the Colby a public safety issue for the town- impact the quality of life of neighboring the planning board decide if the plans meet Lane residents. ship of Cranford,” said Mr. residents in both Cranford and Westfield. the legal statutes of Cranford’s zoning and Governor Chris Christie said re- Hannen. This project is not just seen by the college as Land Use ordinances? Let the board have a cently that the state is anticipat- A request for a community gar- an effort to provide a home field for its men’s vote. ing over $1 billion more in fed- den was made by resident Jim and women’s soccer teams, men’s lacrosse We ask the college’s Boards of Governors eral funds for flood mitigation, Buettner. The township sug- team and men’s and women’s track teams, and Trustees: Why not talk to the county Pittsfield Street resident Frank gested looking into the conser- Krause said. He asked the com- vation center, Roosevelt Park or but as a revenue generator for the college. and/or surrounding towns about existing mittee again to invite Governor the Walnut Avenue School. In our opinion, the Cranford community fields that might be available for use by UCC? Christie to hold a town hall meet- The gazebo on North Union and should be given more say on this project. In the end, we encourage the college to listen ing. Springfield Avenues is not ADA After all, plans call for removing some 700 to its neighbors. Isn’t that what being a good “We could gather a lot of en- compliant, Commissioner Rob- trees to make room for this field. What neighbor is all about? thusiasm from the community…,” ert D’Ambola said, and the town- Mr. Krause said. ship is required to add a ramp. “We have extended the offer,” He said there is no easy solution. Mayor Kalnins responded. He received a quote for a new GW Council Discusses Sewage Net Replacement The Mayors Council Rahway gazebo and asked the township River Watershed Flood Control, administrator to review it. to the recycling contract with Highlands Water Protection and then Governor Jim McGreevey, made up of 12 mayors from com- The committee also approved Waste Management to determine Planning Council. limits development in the rural munities along the Rahway River, on second reading, 4-1, to award if the borough could save money. The council is an environmen- expanse that encompasses more is working to mitigate flooding a $462,892 contract to Integrated After a more than 40-minute tal group that targets the 1,342- than one-tenth of the state. and has drafted a watershed miti- Technical Systems for the pur- executive session that focused square-mile Highlands region in Mr. Stafford, who sought simi- gation plan. Barbara Krause said, chase of 44 multi-space pay sta- on possible litigation over the northwestern New Jersey that lar support from Cranford’s Town- “If you look at this and you read it tions to replace existing pay sta- Athletic Field Complex, among stretches diagonally from ship Committee last year, sup- and look at how hard they are tions and to also complete the other issues, the council waded Phillipsburg to Ringwood through plied a draft resolution for the working to mitigate flooding, and parking meter system in the through a relatively quiet agenda. the counties of Bergen, Garwood council to consider. you look at what the college is township. Mr. Hannen opposed During the workshop session, Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, The council also will apparently doing, and it is in such direct the resolution, saying he was not the council heard from George Somerset, Sussex and Warren. consider a resolution at its Tues- contradiction. It makes no sense.” in agreement of adding more pay Stafford, outreach director for Mr. Stafford says the area pro- day, April 22 meeting to approve “You are absolutely right,” said stations in the town. the New Jersey Highlands Coali- vides 25 to 50 percent of the a “change order” for the $3.2- Mayor Kalnins. The Downtown Management tion. Mr. Stafford asked the coun- drinking water for Garwood. million Athletic Field Complex that “It is hypocritical at the same Corporation budget for 2014 to- cil for a resolution in support of He claimed the area was “un- would increase the cost by about time we are going forward to taling $178,734, up from the state’s 2004 Highlands Wa- der threat by people who want to $6,000. The new costs are for looking to spend hundreds of $169,209 last year, was ap- ter Protection and Planning Act make development within the additional flood vents and vent millions of dollars at the federal proved. A public hearing will be master plan, which he said was Highlands easier and more gen- relocations, additional framing, level on flood control to lower the held Tuesday, May 6, at 8 p.m. up for review by the 15-member eral.” The act, signed into law by CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Page S-12 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary CF Bd. to Hold Informal Crane’s Ford DAR Chapter Presents Meeting With UCC Assemblywoman Muñoz With Award CRANFORD — The Crane’s Ford cational, religious, political, sci- the required credentials. By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Westfield Leader. chapter of the National Society entific or cultural endeavor.” Mrs. Krause introduced Asw. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “Most of the opposition is in Daughters of the American Revo- New Jersey State DAR Ameri- Muñoz, presenting her with a CRANFORD — The planning Maplewood,” said Planning Board lution (DAR) of Cranford cel- can History Chairwoman Kitty Joint Resolution of the New Jer- board will hold an informal meet- member Dan Aschenbach, regard- ebrated Women’s History Month Bowers of South Amboy pre- sey Senate and General Assem- ing with Union County College ing the South Mountain Reserva- in March by awarding the Na- sented the award to Asw. Muñoz bly by Senator Thomas Kean, Jr. (UCC) on Wednesday, April 16 to tion scenario. Because the deten- tional Daughters of the American at the 70th Anniversary luncheon (R-21st, Westfield) and Assem- discuss the plans for a sports tion basin would be in a wooded Revolution “Women in American of Crane’s Ford DAR on March 8 blyman Jon Bramnick (R-21st, field on the campus. UCC does area, some residents and the History Award” to New Jersey at the Holiday Inn in Clark. The Westfield). It cited “grateful rec- not need permission from the township committee are opposed Assemblywoman Nancy F. Muñoz Cranford DAR nominated Asw. ognition for her significant con- township and the meeting is a to it, Mayor Andis Kalnins said. (R-21st, Summit). Muñoz for the award through tributions to the citizens of her courtesy to the township. The South Mountain regional The national award recognizes American History Chairwoman District and State, including her During the board’s workshop detention basin and a modifica- “women who serve as an ex- Barbara Krause, who prepared legislative leadership evidenced meeting last Wednesday, the tion of the Orange Reservoir con- ample and inspiration for their through her prime sponsorship board said UCC has plans to drain trols have positive benefit cost outstanding contributions to their Probitas Verus Honos of legislation including the Jes- stormwater into a pond that ratios to move to the next step, communities in an area of edu- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE would then discharge into Mr. Aschenbach said. One flood Nomahegan Park. It could be a mitigation alternative must be Green Acres issue, the board said. selected, and then it goes up The UCC engineering report’s against other national disaster calculations have determined the funding. Sixty-five percent of the area will discharge less water funding is federal and 35 percent after the new turf field is in place. would be funded locally, with the Those calculations are based on state picking up 75 percent of a five-year storm. A five-year the 35 percent. storm has a rainfall depth that “Cranford is better off support- has a probability of occurring ing the Orange Reservoir,” said once in five years or 20 percent Mr. Aschenbach, “because it is a chance in a given year. modification that is needed and “How often do we get hit with it is not really expensive.” 100-year storms? A five-year The City of Orange owns the storm is nothing. They are ma- reservoir, but must attain ap- nipulating the numbers,” Planning proval from Essex County. Board member Kevin Illing said. The planning board also ap- In other business, the Army proved the minutes with some Corps of Engineers held its pre- changes to the application ap- sentation March 31 to the may- proved March 19 to subdivide a ors and engineers of communi- residential property on Indian ties from Rahway to Millburn on Spring Road owned by Larry Kain. the cost benefit analysis results Mr. Kain sought to subdivide the of its study of the seven alterna- lot for financial reasons, accord- tives for flood mitigation. One of ing to the board minutes from the alternatives is the South the meeting. Mountain Reservation Detention By subdividing, he would be Basin. The basin would include a able to sell the sub-divided lot 75-foot structure in the reserva- and pay down his mortgage to tion to retain water during the retain his home, his attorney Gary peak of a storm, thereby divert- Goodman said, according to the ing that peak, stormwater runoff minutes. flow towards towns downstream, Currently, he has listed both creating a lower water elevation his house and the subdivided lot ASSEMBLYWOMAN HONORED...Cranford DAR History Chairwoman Barbara Krause, far left; New Jersey DAR downstream during a storm, for sale, at an asking price of Historian Kitty Bowers, second from right, and Cranford DAR Regent Carolyn Youngs, far right, recognize Assembly- Mayor Andis Kalnins told The CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE woman Nancy F. Muñoz with the National DAR “Women in American History Award.” Page S-13 Thursday, April 10, 2014 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Calvary Lutheran to Hold Cranford Board Plans Cranford Hist. Soc. Plans Informal Meeting $759,000 and $450,000, respec- Holy Week-Easter Services ‘Victorian Hat Box Tea’ tively, according to Zillow.com. CRANFORD — The solemn sea- vary Lutheran Church will host During the application hearing, son of Lent will draw to a close Cranford’s community service of CRANFORD — The Cranford His- respond by Friday, April 18, as Township Zoning Officer Robert and the joyous celebration of music and meditation beginning torical Society will present its seating is limited. Proceeds will Hudak said Mr. Kain’s taxes were Easter will begin at worship ser- at noon. “Victorian Hat Box Tea” fundraiser benefit the restoration of the in arrears. The board had voted vices next week at the Calvary That evening, the solemnity of on Saturday, May 3, from noon Hanson House living room furni- to waive the requirement that Lutheran Church, located at 108 Good Friday also will be observed to 2 p.m., at the Hanson House, ture. taxes be current before hearing Eastman Street in Cranford. The at 7:30 p.m. with a Tenebrae located at 38 Springfield Avenue To respond, individuals should the application. public is invited to all services. Service of shadows and dark- in Cranford. The price is $20 per send their name, address, e-mail Mr. Kain sought two variances: Palm Sunday Services of Holy ness. Seasonal music will be in- person. address and phone number, existing principal structure with Communion will take place this cluded. Guest speaker Gail Alterman, along with a check for $20 per less than the minimum allowable Sunday, April 13, at 8:30 and Easter will be celebrated on the Society’s costume curator, person made payable to the side yard setback and a pro- 10:30 a.m., marking the begin- Sunday, April 20, with Festival will speak about Victorian cloth- Cranford Historical Society. These posed new lot with less than the ning of Holy Week. An interactive Services of Holy Communion at ing. Attendees are invited to wear should be mailed to: Cranford minimum required lot width, ac- liturgy presented by adults and 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Each ser- Victorian hats and Victorian at- Historical Society, 38 Springfield cording to the planning board young people of the congrega- vice will offer a full liturgy with tire, which is optional, and to Avenue, Cranford, N.J. 07016. agenda. The subdivided lot would tion at both services will tell the instrumental and choral seasonal enjoy an afternoon of fun and For more information, call the be 52.16 feet wide, where a 60- story of the Passion, commemo- music and favorite Easter hymns. socializing. Historical Society’s office at (908) foot minimum is required. rating Jesus’ triumphal entry into The Reverend Carol A. Lindsay, Tea, tea sandwiches and des- 276-0082 or e-mail The planning board unani- Jerusalem and the events lead- Calvary’s pastor, will lead all wor- sert will be served. Three hat [email protected]. mously approved the subdivi- ing up to Good Friday. ship services. Music will be under boxes filled with items, along Established in 1928, the sion with a list of conditions, Maundy Thursday services will the leadership of Jeanne with a Victorian ornate gold frame Cranford Historical Society is a including that the new home not be offered at 1:15 and 7:30 p.m. Elmuccio, Calvary’s director of wall mirror, will be raffled off. non-profit organization. For more exceed 2,900 square feet, the on April 17. These worship ser- music and organist. There also will be a 50/50 raffle. information, visit home be facing Indian Spring vices will feature absolution and Calvary Lutheran Church is a Interested persons are asked to cranfordhistoricalsociety.com. Road, the driveway be on the left Holy Communion. The evening member congregation of the side of the home and a fence, service also will include the strip- Evangelical Lutheran Church in structures, or plantings be within ping of the altar in preparation America, serving the Cranford- Cranford DAR Awards Munoz seven feet of the two property for Good Friday. Westfield area and surrounding lines that meet the front yard on On Good Friday, April 18, Cal- communities for 85 years. sica Lunsford Act and Consumer sented with a Union County Free- Morningside Drive. Access to Health Care.” holder resolution sponsored by The Jessica Lunsford Act will Freeholder Bette J. Kowalski of GW Discusses Sewage Breakfast With Easter Bunny increase penalties for sexual of- Cranford and read by DAR Re- fenders and the people who har- gent Carolyn Youngs. A congratu- and changes to a ramp and crawl To Be Held in Cranford bor them. The Consumer Access latory Cranford Township Com- space hatch door. to Health Care legislation will mittee resolution was presented The money, still within the con- CRANFORD — The Cranford 963-1160. allow Advanced Practice Nurses by DAR member Mary Leonard. tingency fund, would be paid to Chamber of Commerce and the After attending the breakfast to practice to the full extent of the project’s builder, Flanagan’s Garlic Rose will again welcome at the Garlic Rose, the Happy their education and training. Contracting Group of the Happy Easter Bunny to Bunny will walk to the gazebo at The 21st Legislative District rep- Please Support Hillsborough, N.J. Cranford for the annual Break- North Union and Springfield Av- resented by Asw. Muñoz includes The resolution was included on fast with the Bunny event. enues and will be available to 16 municipalities in Morris, Youth Sports Programs the printed agenda available and The festivities will take place take pictures with children from Somerset and Union Counties. distributed at the council meeting. on Saturday, April 19, at the 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a cost Elected for her third two-year term, Blue Devils However, when Willow Avenue Garlic Rose restaurant, located of $3. The bunny will then go to she is Deputy Republican Leader Raiders resident Bruce Paterson ques- at 28 North Avenue, West, in the Centennial Village and will and serves on the Assembly Com- Cougars tioned the item during the public Cranford. Breakfast will begin be available for picture-taking merce and Economic Development comment section, Borough Clerk at 9 a.m. and the Happy Bunny from 12:45 to 2 p.m. at the Committee, the Women and Chil- Christina Ariemma said it was in- will arrive at 9:45 a.m. The cost corner of Lincoln and Centen- dren Committee and Health and advertently included and incor- of the event is $10 for children nial Avenues. In the event of Senior Services Committee. rectly included on the agenda. and $15 for adults. Each year inclement weather, these The Cranford DAR was pre- She said it would be presented this event sells out and it is events will be cancelled. For at the April 22 meeting, when the recommended that reservations further information, call (908) Probitas Verus Honos Go and See a Game! municipal budget will receive its be made early by calling (908) 272-6114 the day of the event. public hearing. 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