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USPS 485200 Thursday, June 6, 2002 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS OUR 44TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 23-44 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] PRIMARY 2002 RESULTS Voter Turnouts Low; United States Senator, 4 Candidates, 6-Year Term Forrester Gets Nod By LAUREN S. PASS mary bid for Senate against Diane Specially Written for The Times Allen and John Matheussen, and will Voter turnouts were low through- face incumbent democrat Robert out the state for Tuesday’s primary. Douglas Forrester John Matheussen Torricelli in the November election, (DEM) (GOP) (GOP) (GOP) The local area produced the same also won the primary in the area. results, with 1,372 voters in Mr. Forrester received 250 votes in Votes Unavailable 95,275 votes 79, 124 votes 40,111 votes Westfield, 901 in Scotch Plains, 415 Mountainside, 341 in Scotch Plains, Member of House of Representatives in Mountainside and 408 in Fanwood. 625 in Westfield, and 150 tallies in Due to the heated race for the Fanwood. 7th Congressional District, 3 Candidates, 2-Year Term Republican nomination for Senate, Incumbent Democrats Nicholas Republicans turned out in signifi- Scutari, Angel Estrada and Rick Proc- cantly higher numbers than Demo- tor won the race against the three No Picture crats in the area. independent democrats; Carole Available Millionaire businessman Douglas Cascio, George O’Grady and Becky Forrester, who won the state’s pri- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Mike Ferguson Tim Carden Tyrone Cass Ross (GOP) (DEM) (DEM) Votes Unavailable 6,015 votes 613 votes SP Underage Drinking Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, Ordinance Is Reviewed 9 Candidates, 3-Year Term No Picture No Picture By JEREMY LIPSTEIN sion would only permit underage Available Available Specially Written for The Times drinking in a religious ceremony or Last Tuesday, the Scotch Plains under the direct supervision of the Township Council held a public hear- parent, guardian or relative above ing allowing community members the age of 21. This ordinance would to voice their opinions on the pro- prevent adults not directly related to Nicholas Scutari Angel Estrada Rick Proctor Carole Cascio George O’Grady posed underage drinking ordinance. the minor from giving them alcohol. (DEM) (DEM) (DEM) (DEM) (DEM) The law, as it currently stands, Penalties for underage drinking can 9,905 votes 9,944 votes 9,536 votes 3,981 votes 3,937 votes without the ordinance, bans minors range from a fine up to $350 to loss from being served alcohol in a bar or or postponement of driving privi- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times restaurant, drinking in public, and leges. No Picture DOUBLE BEAUTY…Before whisking away their dates to the Scotch Plains- purchasing alcohol. The law does Almost all who take this ordinance Available Fanwood High School senior prom last weekend, David Baumwoll, Andrew not stop minors from drinking in a into consideration are against under- Pavoni and Jesse Rogowsky, pictured, left to right, gave twins Barrie and Tracy private residence. Salmon a friendly boost on their shoulders. age drinking, but many in the com- In June 2000, the state legislature munity feel uncomfortable about the passed a piece of legislation enabling ordinance, saying that it violates the Becky McHugh Joel Whitaker Elyse Bochicchio Medved Anira Clericuzio municipalities to enact underage Fourth Amendment of the United (DEM) (GOP) (GOP) (GOP) SP Residents Told to Ask drinking ordinances. The enabling States Constitution. This is a com- 3,877 votes 6,583 votes 6,329 votes 6,464 votes legislature gives municipalities the mon misconception about the ordi- power to make underage drinking nance. Police would only be allowed Scotch Plains Council: State Reps. About Taxes illegal, with the exception for a reli- to enter a private residence if they Fanwood Council: 3-Year Terms gious ceremony or with consent of a have probable cause of a violation of Three 4-Year Terms By FRED ROSSI their views can be heard. Last week, 11 parent, guardian or relative above the ordinance and in most instances, Specially Written for The Times residents expressed their opinions to the age of 21. possess a warrant. The Scotch Plains government last the council about the issue. The ordinance that the Township Some may say that the police have week moved another step forward in of Scotch Plains has open for discus- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 developing about three acres of town- ship-owned land on Plainfield Av- enue into athletic fields when it ap- Highland Swim Club Members proved an ordinance changing the designation of the property from “B- Stuart Kline Tom Plante (GOP) (DEM) 1” (business) to “P” (public). Guy Celantano Geri Samuel In April, the Township Planning Celebrate Golden Anniversary 235 votes 93 votes (GOP) (DEM) Board voted unanimously to support 495 votes 264 votes the township’s plan for developing By DEBORAH MADISON Also to fete their anniversary, the the only undefeated swim team in Specially Written for The Times organization repainted and restored the Union County Outdoor Swim the 2.8-acre site; it’s expected that After a half of a century filled with work will begin later this year. its life-sized mural that wraps around League (UCOSL). Entering their 24th No Picture No Picture belly-flop contests and lap swim- the walls of the bathhouse. season, the Sharks remain undefeated Available Available At its meeting last week, the coun- ming, The Highland Swim Club cel- Fanwood resident and art teacher, by the other teams in UCOSL, which cil also received the results of its ebrated its 50th anniversary as a Trish Healey, designed the new mu- include the swim teams of Westfield annual municipal audit for 2001, and Scotch Plains recreational haven with ral and oversaw more than a dozen Memorial Pool, Willow Grove in Deputy Mayor Frank Rossi called it, a brunch on Saturday, June 1. artist’s apprentices of all ages. Once Scotch Plains, Nomehegan Swim “an excellent review.” He credited Members enjoyed bagels and cof- completed, the mural will be an un- Club in Westfield and the Cranford Andrew Calamaras Jack Molenaar Township Manager Thomas Atkins and fee, while a few of the club’s die- derwater scene of sharks, in honor of Swim Club. (GOP) (DEM) Township Finance Director Lori hard swimming enthusiasts braved the club’s swim team. The club’s Vice President Gail 240 votes 89 votes Nancy Malool George Gowen Majeski for their efforts at keeping the the chilly waters of early June. The Highland Swim Club boasts CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 (GOP) (DEM) local financial house in order, espe- 491 votes 255 votes cially in the wake of the April 2001 arrest and subsequent conviction of former Township Treasurer William Former Jersey City Mayor Schundler Discusses Polidore on embezzlement charges. In addition, the council, for the second consecutive year, passed a Plans For His ‘Empower The People’ Website resolution backing the convening of a By DEBORAH MADISON In addition to sharing information with giving people freedom of school As for his future with the Repub- state constitutional convention to ad- Specially Written for The Times with the public, the second goal of choice. Mr. Schundler has been a lican Party and plans to run for dress reforming the property tax struc- Prior Westfield resident, ex-Mayor this project will be to, “try to ad- long-time advocate of the school office, he said, “nothing about the ture in . Saying that, “the of Jersey City, Gubernatorial candi- vance good policies and to block bad voucher proposal. future is certain, but I will likely run time has come,” Councilwoman date and Westfield High School foot- ones,” he added. “School choice is not abandoning again as I feel very strongly about Frank Rossi Shelia Ellington Paulette Coronato said that, “New ball star, gave an “Citizens must public schools, but my responsibility to be actively in- (GOP) (DEM) Jersey residents cannot stand this oner- exclusive interview to The Times of organize at the rather making them volved in government.” 511 votes 261 votes ous tax any longer. There have been Scotch Plains-Fanwood last week to grassroots level in accountable. It works plenty of tax relief programs over the discuss his future plans and career order to have as in the same way that years, but that is not the solution.” goals. much pull as the free enterprise does. Residents are being urged to contact After taking a much-needed hiatus powerful lobbyists Individuals should their local state legislators, State Sena- from political life to spend time with do,” he said. have the freedom of tor Jack Suliga and Assembly mem- his family, Mr. Schundler said that Mr. Schundler said choice to do what bers Jerry Green and Linda Stender, he plans on resuming his commit- that he believes that they think is best for ment to social action in the fall. large numbers of citi- their children and and ask them to support twin bills in This September, Mr. Schundler will the Senate (S-478) and Assembly (A- zens can have a very government should be a visiting fellow at Harvard’s John profound effect on empower individuals 540) that would require a ballot refer- F. Kennedy School of Government, endum in November on the question of public policy by ac- with those choices,” teaching civics and urban studies. tively participating in he said. whether a constitutional convention His classes will cover such issues as the political process, “New Jersey citi- should be held next year. how to save American cities, ways to but they must get zens should also be Early in its meeting last week, Fire approach problems and how to get more involved. very suspect of a Department Chief Jonathan Ellis pre- taxes under control, he told The Times. “I believe that Brett Schundler Governor who claims sented awards to about 20 local He also plans to activate the “Em- calls to legislators to have a huge bud- firefighters for exemplary service in power the People” website, which, have a tremendous influence on their get deficit, but wants tax-payers to 2000-2001 an also recognized sev- Mr. Schundler said, he envisions as, decision-making process,” he said. fund a colossal stadium,” Mr. eral others for their continuing edu- “a think-tank for analyzing and evalu- “Lobbyists and organized interest Schundler commented. “That makes cation efforts. The department’s chap- ating state policies and proposals.” groups know this. no sense.” lain, Reverend Donald Hummel, was Akin to the Heritage Foundation, a “Campaign donations by lobby- “I hope in the years to come, also presented with his own national think-tank engaged in re- ists only represent money to buy people will take more responsibil- firefighter’s helmet. search on federal government pro- advertising for more votes,” Mr. ity to get actively involved in poli- The council also passed a resolu- posals, Empower the People’s Schundler opined. “Large numbers tics and to learn about the real is- website will provide citizens and the tion congratulating Jonathan of citizens have just as important an sues, not just the advertisement hype David B. Corbin for The Times Lorenzini on having achieved the media with, “research and analysis, impact,” he stated. “I want to mobi- that is paid for by various candi- REV IT UP…Classic Car Show attendees appreciated the pristine engine and rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts evaluating major issues in New Jer- lize and organize people around good dates,” Mr. Schundler said. “We must polished condition of this sparkling blue GTO. The vehicle, which is owned by sey and their impact on the average policies,” he said. “People must be- educate ourselves and not rely on a resident of Berkeley Heights, was on display at the Scotch Plains Business & of America. citizen,” Mr. Schundler explained. Professional Association-sponsored event held on Sunday. The council’s next meeting will be come more engaged in the process just television for information.” “The website will analyze the for democracy to work.” Mr. Schundler also expressed that held on June 11, and the council is trade-offs of political policy deci- PAGE INDEX asking residents wishing to speak about When asked what policies he will he will always have a warm spot in sions so that the average citizen can continue to promote, Mr. Schundler his heart for Westfield, where he Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 the proposed underage drinking ordi- make informed decisions,” Mr. said that relieving New Jersian’s tax loved growing up. “It’s a great com- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 21-22 nance to be present that evening so Schundler told The Times. burden was high on the list, along munity,” he said. Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, June 6, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Highland Swim Club CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Miller, a Fanwood resident, at- tributes the team’s incredible suc- cess to their coach of 24 years, Bill Reichele. “He really brings out the best in each child,” said Mrs. Miller. “And he has excellent assistant coaches, many of whom were on his swim team when they were younger,” she added. One of the interesting features of the club’s layout allows the swim team to gather atop the roof of the Cheri Rogowsky for The Times bathhouse overlooking the pool to LOVE IN BLOOM…Bedecked in a classic white gown, Angelica D’Annunzio cheer for their team members dur- receives a gorgeous pink rose from Jesse Rogowsky before attending the prom. ing competitions. The grounds also contain a shady wooded picnic area called the Grove, which is sur- Underage Drinking Ordinance rounded by many large trees. According to Club President, Craig Guiffre, the club was founded In Scotch Plains Is Reviewed by several Westfield residents in Cheri Rogowsky for The Times MEN IN BLACK…With black tuxedos and boutonnieres filled with white roses, senior men from Scotch Plains-Fanwood CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 1954, and still retains a few of the High School waved to the camera before jetting off in limousines to enjoy prom night. no right to monitor what goes on the ordinance be passed in Scotch original, founding members. Mr. within a private residence, but the Plains, those under 21 could go to Guiffre is a Scotch Plains resident government does have control of another town where it is legal to and is serving his third year as Terrill Middle School Reports Honor Rolls conduct within the home. As in cases drink alcohol in a private residence president. such as illegal drug use, prostitution, and then drive home, promoting “And many of our members are child pornography, illegal weapons drinking and driving. This particular for Third Marking Pd. of Academic Term (including bombs and grenades), problem mirrors the times when New the descendants of the original zoning and building code violations York had a drinking age of 18 and founding families,” Mr. Guiffre SCOTCH PLAINS – Terrill Middle REGULAR HONOR ROLL Alana Bencivengo Victoria McNally and construction violations, the gov- New Jersey’s was 21. Many would added. School in Scotch Plains has revealed GRADE 7 –49 PUPILS Gregory Bencivengo Emily Meehan ernment has this right. In most of flock across the border to drink and When the pool first opened, it the names of pupils placed on the Nora Ali Colin Moynihan Courtney Bifani Molly Meehan these cases a warrant is necessary for then drive home to New Jersey in an was the subject of a feature article Anne Arasin Talia Nudell Michael Bover Taylor Molinaro the police to enter a residence, unless intoxicated state. in Family Circle magazine as a High Honor Roll and Regular Honor Samantha Bendik Anthony Osterman Samantha Bremer Jessica Nagourney Roll for the third marking period of Keith Bronikowski Jane Newcomer under exigent circumstances. Should control of alcohol be solely model for an ideal private swim Courtney Berger Peng Peng It is recognized by the federal gov- up to the state legislature, a uniform the academic year. Margaret Bernhard Lindsay Port Trevor Cannon Brian O’Donnell club. The founding members of the Shyam Bhojani Christopher Rau Christopher Casserly Brian Pak ernment that each state has the power code of laws could be enacted, as pool picked the name “Highland” HIGH HONOR ROLL Lisa Bloom Wayne Ren Ryan Cassidy Rachel Parker to control the use of alcohol, and opposed to an uneven patchwork of because of their fondness for the GRADE 8 – 21 PUPILS Anna Chapman Elizabeth Peach many of these powers may be del- ordinances from town to town. Jesse Brooks Timothy Salisbury Scottish history of the area, the James Alfano David Ginsberg Samantha Carow Travis Schwartz Jarek Cohen James Perez egated to the municipalities. As this ordinance may or may not Cheryl Beqaj Jonathan Greenspan Diana Chaves Alexandra Sebolao Michael Cornacchia Brian Piccola Though, those for the ordinance, be best suited to be decided upon on Family Circle article explained. At Michael Bonacum Christian Hambleton Lauren Edwards Danielle Sepe Amanda Curcie Matthew Plagge such as the Municipal Alliance Com- a municipal level, the Scotch Plains that time, the area surrounding the Meryl Coker Kristen Henkels Jennifer Gaglioti Amanda Shukla Jaime Dedousis Michael Ragan club was nothing but woods, said Carolyn DiProspero Alexander Kontur mittee, say the ordinance would sig- Township Council has several op- Briana Giasullo Brittany Skwirut Alexander DeDuck Jordan Rejaud nificantly reduce the amount of un- tions, among them are; voting for the Mrs. Miller. Kelly Dougher Matthew Linsenberg Magda Isack Tovi Spero Tyler DelMauro Maya Robinson Joseph Fallon Joanne Schurtz Austin Jefferson Lauren Spirko John DeLuca Emily Rodriguez derage drinking in town. proposed ordinance, voting no, vot- Although it is a private club, Samantha Feldman Jennifer Seeman Cristin Joy Ian Starker James Dinizo Jennifer Rovner While the proposed underage ing to table the decision or passing a membership registration is open to Dennis Fitzpatrick Amira Selim Melissa Kliesch Grover Sundstrom Sean Dolgin Aundre Ruffin drinking ordinance proves constitu- resolution asking the state legisla- the public and the club’s rosters Victoria Fosdal Joshua Shvartsman Christopher Lacko Jesse Viands Bryan Dougher Scott Salmon tionally lawful when acted on prop- ture to pass a universal state-wide include members from Scotch Emily Wallden Colleen LaForge Stephen Wallden Colleen Driscoll Jacqueline Saunier erly, there are some critical prob- law. Plains and many of the surrounding Ryan Lemence Eric Wasserman lems. Under the ordinance, a person The proposed ordinance will be REGULAR HONOR ROLL Jayne Dzuback Joseph Schiavo towns. The membership capacity is Julie Meurer Lauren Weissbrod Tasha Farmer Michele Silverstein under the age of 21 is permitted to further discussed at the Tuesday, June GRADE 8 – 43 PUPILS Magda Mierzejewska Nina Williams 300 families and they are close to Allison Abbott Elisbeth Kipping David Gordon Courtney Slaten drink if under the permission and 11 meeting, where the council will Matthew Miller Arianna Williams Claudia Ahiabor Maria Kolakowska David Haynes Barbara Slaugh supervision of a parent, guardian or again listen to the voice of public their full capacity, but have room Michael Miller Lauren Wright Matthew Anderson Caroline Lazur Mary Henkels Anne Smith relative over the age of 21. However, opinion. for a few more families, Mrs. Miller Allison Zazzali Christopher Barry Andrew Lipstein Noveen Iqbal Jennifer Speth a police officer cannot tell if the told The Times of Scotch Plains- Kara Brass Ricardo Lisojo HIGH HONOR ROLL Kate Johnson Alyssa Straniero action is illegal merely by observing Alfred Univ. Places Fanwood. Daniel Bugg Alyssa Markovits GRADE 6 – 44 PUPILS Emily Jones Jeffrey Stuart it. If a person, who is obviously Club Manager, Chris Moffet, has Michele Calvo Devang Patel Julia Joseph Timothy Stuart Lee on Dean’s List Dana Abramson Cassandra Kontur under 21, is sitting on a porch drink- been a fifth grade teacher at Coles Elise Coker Elaine Piniat Allison Andrews Rachel Kreyer Timothy Leischner Thomas Sutter FANWOOD – Benjamin M. Lee, a Neil Dalal Edward Ragan ing, an observing police officer does Fanwood resident, was named to the Elementary School in Scotch Plains Amie Berlant Ryan Krueger Rachel Leitner Tyler Swanek not know if the minor has permission Christine DiTrolio Chelsea Rowe Randy Lemence Natalie Terens Dean’s List for the spring 2002 semester for eight years. Danielle Egan Katherine Schreiber Adam Brous Andrew Livingston and is under supervision. In order to at Alfred University in Alfred, N.Y. Ashley Caldora John Loomis Jacqueline Lenoff Jaclyn Turner “The kids who know Mr. Moffet Staci Goldberg Barry Shapiro Jared Lindenberg Samuel Ungar conclude that the ordinance is being A senior in the College of Liberal Arts Kristen Cassidy Francesca Lumetta as a teacher get a real kick out of Shannon Gomes Leah Siegal Wesley Lorenzini Allison Vogel violated, an officer would have to and Sciences, he is majoring in commu- Maggie Gousman Joanna Snodgrass David Chapman Elizabeth McMillion seeing him here in the summer,” Chelsea Lusk Gregory Weinstock enter private property to question the nication studies/English at Alfred. A Jonathan Grana Gabrielle Streep Sky Cheung Joanna Naugle Andrew Lynch Christina Woods individual. graduate of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Mrs. Miller commented. Sarah Halpern Arthur Thomas, 3rd Daniel Ciabattari Cecilia Osterman The ordinance may also have School, Benjamin is the son of Mr. and A teen night, which is alternately Gary Herzberg Christina Timoni Andrew Manns Daniel Wright Andrew Clark Minal Patel Casey Marks Jordan Yellen counter-productive effects. Should Mrs. Wayne R. Lee of Fanwood. hosted by Willow Grove Swim Club Daniel Ingram Colin Weber Noelle DeGregorio Brian Pesin Kelli Kaskiw Andrew Wong and the Annual Pool Champion- Michael Devizio Jaclyn Petrow Krista Kazmierkiewicz Katerina Wong ship, offers relays and awards for Richard Kickenweitz Sean Young Zachary Feldman Theodore Rosenblatt SPFHS Alumni Association Announces the silliest and biggest belly flops. Guenevere Zucker Ian Feller Erin Rossi Carina Gerveshi Alexsandra Segal HIGH HONOR ROLL Samantha Grecco Kunal Sodhi Find This Issue Is In Color GRADE 7 – 21 PUPILS Colleen Hagerty Harrison Stuppler Scholarship Recipients, Holds Meeting at www.goleader.com Jeremy Cole David Kopylov Catherine Harley Jackson Udelsman Grant Darwin Brittany Larkin SCOTCH PLAINS – During the and other activities. each recipient and gave the criteria Brian Hessemer Cassandra Valdes Megan Dyckman Jessica Lieberman May meeting of the Scotch Plains- Brian Schiller, the grandson of Eu- for each student which was the de- Morgan Finkel Melissa Loewinger Adam Horowitz Grace Wallden Fanwood High School (SPFHS) gene Schiller (Class of 1950) and ciding factor in awarding the grants. Brittany Fusillo Jaclyn Lopez Edward Kahn Kathleen Yan Alumni Association, Laura Yolanda DiQuollo Election of officers for the coming Jackson Recognized Genevieve Gilroy Jillian Lusk Brendan Kirby Molly Yergalonis DiFrancesco Swidersky welcomed Schiller (Class of year was held, with Victor At Berklee College Casey Griffin Simone March REGULAR HONOR ROLL Helen Han Kimberly Molnar members, as well as scholarship 1951), is a scholar- DiFrancesco announcing the incom- SCOTCH PLAINS – Edward Allison Hoynes-O’Connor Poojaben Patel GRADE 6 – 86 PUPILS winners and their parents. athlete. Brian will at- ing slate of officers who will be Evan Aspell Jesse Marvosa Jackson, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sindhu Kilakkathi James Sacca Reiterating the goals of the asso- tend The College of installed at the September meeting Maureen Assante-Nkansa Lauren Mastroianni Charles Jackson of Scotch Kenneth Wasserman ciation, Ms. Swidersky stated that the Holy Cross in of the association. Michael Bello Jeremy Mattimore Plains, has been placed on the members strive to carry out plans Worcester, Mass. Laura Swidersky will serve as and program events which will ul- In addition to be- President, Dr. James Checchio will Dean’s List for the spring 2002 semester at Berklee College of timately benefit SPFHS, its admin- Ryan Crawford ing captain of the be Vice President, Kristi Hawkins istration and students. She also football team, he was will be Recording Secretary, Bernice Music in Boston, Mass. urged attendees to encourage gradu- named offensive Montagna will serve as Correspond- A graduate of Scotch Plains- ates residing in the community and player of the year and ing Secretary, Kathy Van Horn has Fanwood High School, Edward surrounding area to become active made the second team been named Treasurer, and Trustees is majoring in music produc- Stella in the group. of the Union County will include Mr. Carboy, Elena tion and engineering as a schol- Seven $1,000 scholarships were Football Team. Brian Harper and Josephine Perucci. arship recipient and the drum- awarded at the meeting. spent his summertime Ms. Harper was presented with a mer for the Boston-based band, de Oro Alia Shaalan, the daughter of as a laborer, law of- gift from the association, recogniz- “Guilty.” Mary Ann DeFeo (Class of 1970) fice clerk, and is ing her outstanding leadership and Perennial of the Week and Kimberly Perryman, daughter Alia Shaalan known for his com- contributions to the group’s activi- of Chris Perryman (Class of mitment to sports and ties during her two-year tenure as •Longest Blooming Daylily 1974) and Pattie Burns (Class of studies. president. Primary Results 1973) were the recipients of the Matthew Schiable’s Meetings, which are held every •#1 in Popularity CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 •Drought Tolerant association’s scholarships. grandfather is Art two months, will be scheduled for McHugh for Union County Board of #1 Reg $10.99 Alia will attend Monmouth Brunner (Class of 1951). 2002-2003, at SPFHS on Westfield Chosen Freeholders. University in the fall, while Kim- He hopes to become a Road. All present members of the Democrat Tim Carden defeated $2 Off berly plans to attend the math teacher while at- SPFHS Alumni Association, as well Tyrone Cass Ross for the Seventh Muhlenberg School of Nursing. tending Rutgers. Active as those who would like to join the District in the House of Representa- Both students were involved in Nicole Bowman in soccer, Matthew group, are invited to attend. Dates, tives primary. Mr. Carden will face volunteer activities, as well as played in the with times and a program, if sched- incumbent Republican Mike student Moonglowers band. uled, will be publicized. Ferguson in November. groups at He runs his own land- SPFHS. scaping business, The next five snow removal and Most Popular scholarships bookkeeping. were provided Nicole Bowman, by the SPFHS the daughter of Wil- Class of 1951 Laura O’Neil liam Bowman (Class through the do- of 1981), hopes to nations of class major in social work at Kean Univer- Euonymus Coleus Kimberly Perryman members under sity. She was head captain of the •Versatile Evergreen the coordina- Color Guard and dealt with routines, • Great for Shade to Sun tion of Paul formations and squad problems. She •Sun-Shade • Easiest Annual to Grow Schwehm. is presently creating a CD depicting •Fantastic Colored • Over 20 Varieties Laura works of Muse, Las Contadores, Leaves O’Neil, the showing interest in the humanities. •Many Different Forms daughter of Joe She will be the first member of her Buy 2 O’Neil (Class family to attend college. of 1972), hopes Ryan Crawford is the son of Mary 20% Off Matthew Schiable to study busi- Drum (Class of 1980). He holds an Get 1 FREE ness at excellent record in Advanced Place- Marked Price Kutztown Uni- ment courses and will attend Trinity Good Thru versity, with the College in Connecticut. 06/11/02 aim to pursue a The founder and president of the Bob’s law degree after Student Movement Against Cancer, ILLIAMS URSERYLinens & Things Highway 22 SCHOLAR ATHLETE…Senior Lisa Mortkowitz of Union Catholic High Nursery at graduation from Ryan is a forerunner for chapters 524 Springfield Ave Exit 577 South Exit School in Scotch Plains was honored as a Scholar Athlete at the New Jersey State Comp USA Kutztown. A throughout the area. He is also presi- Kennilworth Blvd 138 Interscholastic Athletic Association Ninth Annual Scholar Athlete Luncheon on & The Gift House member of the dent of the American Cancer Society April 28. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mortkowitz of Scotch Plains, Garden State www.williams-nursery.com East Broad St. Parkway swim team, for Teens, and has served as Editor- she is a member of the National Honor Society and Foreign Language Honor Mountain Laura was also in-Chief and Opinion Editor for the Society at UCHS. She is also involved with the school’s Big Brother/Big Sister 524 Springfield Ave•Westfield•908-232-4076 Ave Central Ave Across from Echo Lake Park•Visa, MasterCard, Amex Highway 22 Program, Service Club and Italian Club. She is a member of the Union County Exit Brian Schiller active in the school newspaper. Wed-Sat 9am-7pm • Sun-Tue 9am-6pm 135 French Choir, Robert Carboy, Chairman of the Girls Basketball Champions, 2000-2001 as the senior captain. She is also one of this year’s recipients of an Edward J. Bloustein Scholarship. Pictured, left to Future Business Leaders of America, Scholarship Committee, introduced right, are: James Reagan, Lisa, and Sister Percylee Hart. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK