Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, June 7, 2018 OUR 128th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 23-2018 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR Former Westfield HS Teacher Accused of Sexual Advances

By LAUREN S. BARR the Telluride website. to public Facebook posts that have Specially Written for The Westfield Leader More than a dozen people told The since been removed from public view WESTFIELD – At least three Westfield Leader that they had heard by two other women, identified as women have come forward to say that rumors about Mr. Silbergeld being A.M. and M.O., who were WHS gradu- former Westfield High School (WHS) romantically involved with students ates from the classes of ’02 and ’04. English teacher Marc Silbergeld en- during his time at WHS, but none of The posts called Mr. Silbergeld out as gaged in inappropriate behavior with them knew any specific information. a “predator” and pleaded for more them while they were his students. Last fall The Westfield Leader was women to come forward. Mr. Silbergeld is a 1987 graduate of contacted by Zoe Kaidariades, WHS M.O.’s post stated that she has e- WHS who graduated from the Univer- ’05, who, after watching the news cov- mails from Mr. Silbergeld where he sity of Michigan and returned to teach erage and witnessing the #MeToo admitted to his behavior and he admits from 1996 to 2013. He also served as movement unfurl, felt the need to come that his actions were wrong. Her post the boys’ lacrosse coach during his forward. At the time, Ms. Kaidariades said, in part, “Looking for brave tenure. In 2013 he and his partner, felt that her story was not compelling women, who were just girls back when fellow teacher Tara Pignoli, moved to enough to stand on its own, but said a teacher, a man in a position of power, Telluride, Colo. Both Mr. Silbergeld that she would be interested in coming took advantage of this and managed to and Ms. Pignoli currently are listed as forward if other women did as well. have a ‘girl’ or two every year since he teachers for Telluride High School on On May 30 The Leader was alerted started teaching.” M.O. did not want to be interviewed for this story on the advice of her attorney. A.M. detailed her relationship with Mr. Silbergeld to The Leader. She told

The Leader that the relationship began Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader during her senior year after they read DANCE BREAK…At the annual Greek Fest last weekend in Westfield, hundreds of attendees watch children and adults in “Hamlet” in class. She said that the traditional folk costumes. The crowd was invited to dance with the choreographed dance movements at one point on Saturday two began spending time together out- evening. side of school, and had their first kiss in the WHS parking lot. She said that they went on several “dates” and she recalled a shopping trip to Dick’s Sport- Todisco Defeats Lombardo In ing Goods in Woodbridge where he was rubbing the small of her back while on the phone with Ms. Pignoli. Garwood Democratic Primary A.M. told The Leader that she felt because of her relationship with him, By MICHAEL BONACCORSO cept the results. I wish Sara the best ward to ensuring strong, proactive she was permitted to present family Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and we will go forward from here,” leadership as Garwood embarks on a photographs and turn on a movie for GARWOOD — Councilwoman said Mayor Lombardo. period of transition.” her senior project, a project which is Sara Todisco defeated first-term in- Councilwoman Todisco’s running “I am excited to bring a bipartisan supposed to be an intensive research cumbent Mayor Charles Lombardo mates, Michael Ince and Sean Benoit, foot forward speaking with both reg- Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader project or paper. Mr. Silbergeld also in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary also won their Democratic Primary istered Republican voters and unde- NEW LOCATION...The first day of the Westfield Farmers Market, now on the reportedly visited A.M.’s home during Election. Councilwoman Todisco re- races over Jennyfer Guerrero and clared voters,” Ms. Todisco said. “We north side of the train station, drew a crowd Saturday morning. The market is the day on one occasion, and she vis- sponsored by the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. ceived 425 votes to Mayor Vincent Kearney. Mr. Ince received are all Garwood,” she added, explain- ited him at his parents’ home in Lombardo’s 162 votes. Ms. Todisco 373 votes and Mr. Benoit received ing the importance of all residents Westfield, where she said they en- will now face Republican Council- 380 votes to Mr. Kearney’s 153 votes having their voices heard. gaged in intimate touching. woman Ileen Cuccaro in November’s and Ms. Guerrero’s 173 votes. “Our victory in the Primary Elec- Stricter Recycling Rules In A.M. said that it was the arrest of General Election. Ms. Cuccaro did “I am completely honored and tion was a great example of democ- Harvey Weinstein that prompted her not face any opposition in her Pri- humbled by today’s election results. I racy in action. We would like to thank Effect; Rental Ord. Unveiled to come forward. mary. am excited about the momentum our all those Garwood voters who came CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 “The residents have spoken. I ac- campaign has generated. The Primary out and voted in support of our ‘Demo- By CHRISTINA M. HINKE recycling. “China has recently put a has empowered our party by energiz- crats for Garwood’ team,” Mr. Ince Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ban on 24 different types of plastics, ing voters’ voices early,” Ms. Todisco said. WESTFIELD — The rules of what and also put strict quality standards Lance, Malinowski Win; said. Mr. Ince said the Primary turnout can be recycled at curbside has on recycling,” Giordano states. Ms. Todisco said she wanted to was “outstanding.” changed effective immediately, in- A full list of recyclable materials thank Mayor Lombardo for his 25 “I am proud of the campaign we cluding this week’s pickup. “Plastic that will be accepted curbside is Will Face Off In November years of service, which includes 21 ran. I could not be provided better bags and shredded paper are two posted on the town website, years as a borough councilman from running mates than Sara Todisco and major changes,” Town Administra- westfieldnj.gov. By ZOE RADER rely on to start on day one and get 1987 to 2007. Michael Ince. I cannot wait to cam- tor Jim Gildea said Tuesday at the “Secondary markets are really col- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader results,” said Benji Schwartz, Mr. “I look forward to a united Demo- paign for the General Election,” said town council meeting. The changes lapsing. Later this year we will be REGION — Five-term Republi- Malinowski’s deputy communica- cratic Party for the General Elec- Mr. Benoit. are being dictated by the recycling going out to bid for another curbside can Congressman Leonard Lance and tions director, in an e-mail. tion,” Ms. Todisco said. Mr. Kearney wished his Primary hauler due to changes made by China, recycler,” Mr. Gildea said. Democrat Tom Malinowski of Rocky Mr. Schwartz added that, “More Garwood Democratic Party Chair- opponents “good luck in November” which buys the recycled material Another change that could occur Hill won the New Jersey Primary than anyone else in this election, man Hugh Sinclair, who supported as he congratulated Ms. Todisco, Mr. after it is processed at the facility of is eliminating the single stream pro- Election vote for the 7th Congres- Tom has experience as a coalition Mayor Lombardo and his team, stated, Ince and his neighbor, Mr. Benoit. Giordano Company, Inc., the town’s cess where paper and plastics can be sional District race Tuesday night and builder, and has a history of forming “I will do all I can to bring us (all “A great experience, a great jour- recycling hauler. collected in one can. “We have been will face each other in the November relationships across the aisle to get Democrats) back together as chair- ney, and I got to work with an amaz- Plastic bags of any color can no fortunate to have a single stream. It’s General Election. results — like working with John man.” ing group of people. I look forward to longer be recycled curbside, so been talked about that it may not be Voters also chose two-term Senator McCain to ban torture, and pass sanc- Ms. Todisco said she “looks for- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 recyclables must not be placed at the able to be done anymore,” Mr. Gildea and Democrat Robert Menendez and tions against Russia.” curb inside a plastic bag. Shredded said. Republican Bob Hugin as their General The Primary winners took away a paper is not being accepted; it is now An ordinance was introduced that Election candidates in the race for the majority of the votes. Mr. Malinowski considered trash, Mr. Gildea told sets limits on how a homeowner can United States Senate. Mr. Menendez gained 68 percent of Democrats’ votes The Westfield Leader. Clean card- rent out his or her home on a short- won against Democrat Lisa McCormick while Mr. Lance won 74 percent of board is accepted. Plastics marked term basis on websites such as of Rahway, 258,042 votes to 157,263 Republicans’. In the race for U.S. No. 1 and No. 2 are accepted, but Airbnb.com. votes, and Mr. Hugin beat Republican Senate, Mr. Menendez took 62 per- No. 3 through No. 7 are no longer “We want to make sure we curb Brian Goldberg of Livingston, 167,000 cent of Democrats’ votes while Mr. accepted because Giordano says they short-term rental abuse,” Mayor votes to 55,229 votes. Hugin garnered 75 percent of Repub- are not “marketable,” according to Shelley Brindle said. Mr. Lance, who received 24,841 licans.’ The 7th District includes the company information sheet. The The ordinance states that a home votes, had been challenged by Lind- Westfield, Cranford, Garwood, sheet also says that once materials cannot be rented short term for more say C. Brown of Clark, 4,772 votes, Mountainside and part of Scotch are wet they cannot be processed for CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 and Raafat Barsoom of Annandale, Plains. 3,543 tallies, while Mr. Malinowski, In the 12th Congressional District, 26,059 votes, faced competition from Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Goutam Jois of Summit, 5,482 tal- Coleman, a Democrat, and Republi- lies, and Peter Jacob of Pluckemin, can Daryl Kipnis were unopposed 7,467 votes. Tuesday in their respective Primaries Mr. Lance was elected to the United and will face each other in Novem- States House of Representatives in ber. The district includes most of 2008 and will be seeking reelection Scotch Plains and all of Fanwood. for his sixth term this November. In At the county level, Union County Congress, he worked on the House Freeholder Al Mirabella of Fanwood, Financial Services Committee and has 20,192 votes; Andrea F. Staten of since served on the House Energy Roselle, 19,924 votes, and Kimberly and Commerce Committee. Mouded of Westfield, 19,661 votes, Mr. Malinowski worked as senior won easily in the Democratic Pri- Courtesy of Beth Hornstein director at the National Security mary over Alex Lospinoso, 6,136 PROM NIGHT...Friends from kindergarten through high school get together for Council for President Bill Clinton, votes; Patrick Gargano, 6,109 votes, Westfield High School prom night before they go on separate paths of life. the Washington director of Human and Kaiby Sandoval, 6,100 votes, all Rights Watch and was assistant sec- Linden residents. They will face PAGE INDEX retary of state under President Barack former Garwood mayor Patricia Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 15-16 Obama. He also has been endorsed Quattrocchi of Clark, Garwood Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-14 by Communications Workers of Councilman Joseph R. Sarno and Police ...... 15 Real Estate .... 9-18 Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader America, Planned Parenthood and Peter G. Kane of Summit in Novem- ROCKING GARWOOD...Stilt walkers and jugglers entertain the crowds along Community ... 6-7 Classifieds ..... 15 End Citizens United. ber. The GOP slate was unopposed Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 16, 18 Center Street during Sunday’s fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair. “Tom’s the only candidate we can in their Primary. WESTFIELD Extraordinary Professionals. WEST Whether Your Real Estate Needs are Local, National, or International Your Move Is Our Move and We’re Ready to Assist You Every Step of the Way.

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By MICHAEL BONACCORSO said Mr. DiFabio. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader EcolSciences Vice-President Pe- GARWOOD — Russo Develop- ter Hansen said he will oversee the ment held a town-hall meeting last Petro/Casale property soil cleanup. Wednesday evening at Lincoln Mr. Hansen said guidelines are fol- School to address any resident con- lowed to assure soil contamination cerns regarding public safety dur- is confined to the property. Mr. ing the Petro/Casale building demo- Hansen said contaminated soil is lition on South Avenue and subse- removed the same day it is exca- quent cleanup. vated. He said all contaminated soil Russo Development attorney will be transported in a contained Christopher Minks stated “para- process via barrels or utilizing tarp. mount” to the cleanup process is Environmental Health Investiga- “human safety.” Mr. Minks said resi- tions, Inc. President William S. Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader DOING THEIR PART...These youngsters sell cupcakes and lemonade at dents should be informed the Kerbel said he will be responsible FRESH TOMATOES...This mother checks out the tomatoes at the first Westfield Sunday’s Junior Women's Club (JWC) of Westfield's yard sale fundraiser at the cleanup “has not begun,” commenc- for overseeing the demolition pro- Farmers Market of the season. The market, now located on the north side of the home of Michele Higgins on Saint Marks Avenue. The event raised money for the ing once the school year ends. cess regarding the plant’s physical train station, is sponsored by the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. JWC's Scholarship Fund. All demolition processes will fol- structure. He said the hazardous pol- low guidelines set by the federal lutants in the material were approved Environmental Protection Agency for construction purposes many Mayor Addresses Lawsuit (EPA) and state law, stated Mr. years ago when the Petro/Casale Westfield Teacher Minks. The meeting was held to plant was constructed. Years of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ease residents concerns surround- medical research has shown the Regarding Police Officers Ms. Kaidariades told The Leader regulations, and we encourage our ing “baseless claims and fear mon- materials used when “pulverized that Mr. Silbergeld regularly gave her students and staff to reach out to a gering,” not because of actual im- could release cancer-causing con- By KATE BROWNE tendent of the Essex County Depart- and other girls shoulder massages in person with whom they feel comfort- pending hazards, stated Mr. Minks. taminants through dust (asbestos),” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ment of Public Safety, the Newark class. Additionally, she discussed an able, whether it is a parent, a guidance He said rumors had begun to de- Mr. Kerbel stated. MOUNTAINSIDE — Mountain- Police Department, the New Jersey incident when they were alone in the counselor, a building administrator velop, suggesting residents will be Mr. Kerbel said the air will be side Mayor Paul N. Mirabelli read a State Police, the Trenton Police De- teachers’ lounge where he kissed her or a staff member, if they have a exposed to “(airborne) cancer-clus- monitored for dust particulates. He statement at Tuesday’s borough coun- partment and the Irvington Police on the cheek, and that she felt uncom- concern.” ter smog,” stated Mr. Minks. said if dust particulates exceed spe- cil meeting regarding a lawsuit that Department. fortable. She added that while she no The Westfield Code of Ethics says, “(Russo Development) will have cific guideline levels, the demoli- was recently filed by five Mountain- Mayor Mirabelli reminded resi- longer has the e-mail, she recalls send- in part, that teachers “shall not use licensed and certificated profession- tion must cease for a given period side police officers and a dispatcher dents that all employees of the bor- ing him a question regarding her se- professional relationships with stu- als who will be at the site daily,” Mr. of time. against the police department alleg- ough deserve to work in a positive nior project and that at the end of Mr. dents for private advantage.” The code Minks said. The dust particulates are tracked ing a hostile work environment cre- and productive environment and any Silbergeld’s response he told her how was approved on December 3, 2002 The professionals hired have “un- via advanced technology in real ated by the actions of Officers An- behavior that falls outside of the code pretty she looked in class that day. Ms. and reviewed on March 9, 2015. tainted and unblemished records in time, stated Mr. Kerbel. During drew Huber and Thomas Murphy and of conduct will not be tolerated. He Kaidariades also said that she e-mailed In April, Governor Phil Murphy doing this work,” Mr. Minks said. demolition, water will be sprayed Police Chief Allan Attanasio. concluded by noting that because of the superintendent of Telluride schools signed into law the “Pass the Trash” Resident Sal Piarulli, a member as per procedure at the site to sup- The mayor began by stating that the pending litigation there are limi- but did not receive a response. bill, which requires schools to ask of the Garwood Board of Educa- press the dust originating from the the recent allegations of police mis- tations on the amount of information Westfield School Superintendent about any sexual allegations regard- tion, said Russo should make sure it site. conduct do not reflect the that can be shared with the public but Margaret Dolan issued the following ing teachers when they move from one is “doing better” than EPA stan- Russo Development’s Demoli- community’s values and assured the stated that the council was fully com- statement to The Leader: “The superin- district to another and also requires dards. tion Project Manager, Roman public that the council is evaluating mitted to keeping residents informed tendent of a school district in another administrators to tell receiving dis- “The EPA said the World Trade Gorfinkel, said he will oversee the all the issues that have come to light of all developments relating to the state contacted me on May 29, 2018 tricts about any allegations and grants Center (site) was clean,” said Mr. demolition on a daily basis, making and has hired an independent attor- lawsuit as the law permits. regarding a statement made by a 2004 them immunity from civil liability. The Piarulli, describing air quality after sure all rules are followed. Mr. ney, William Maderer, a former assis- In other business, a representative graduate of Westfield High School re- law also prevents schools from enter- the September 11th tragedy. Gorfinkel said all hazardous mate- tant United States attorney, to con- from Jersey City Power and Light lating to a former WHS teacher who left ing into any severance agreement Mr. Minks said Russo Develop- rial hauling loads will arrive at pre- duct an investigation of any allega- (JCPL) made a presentation on the Westfield Public School District in which would destroy the evidence or ment requires that its subcontrac- determined dumping sites that deal tions. The mayor said the borough is planned infrastructure improvements, 2013. We have cooperated with the expunge the teacher’s record after their tors and employees observe stan- specifically with such materials. cooperating with the Union County including new loops and ties at the other school district. departure from the district. dards exceeding federal law and Borough Clerk and resident Chris- Prosecutor’s Office. In addition, the Springfield power substation, which “The well-being of our students is Former Assistant Union County state law requirements. He said the tina Ariemma said she works across borough has retained Christine A. are intended to minimize the impact of paramount importance. We expect Prosecutor Scott Kraus told The Leader New Jersey Department of Envi- the street from the demolition site Amalfe, an attorney with the law firm of power outages. Several council staff members to adhere to the that there is a five-year statute of limi- ronmental Protection (NJDEP) has and has “full faith” Russo Develop- of Gibbons LLC, to defend the bor- members commended JCPL for the district’s Code of Ethics, as well as all tations on sexual assault cases in New stricter cleanup guidelines than the ment will foster a safe demolition ough in the lawsuit. Ms. Amalfe is accuracy of its predictions regarding applicable New Jersey statutes and Jersey, but there is also a five-year EPA, thus benefiting New Jersey environment protecting residents chairwoman of the firm’s Employ- power restoration and for its regu- statute of limitations that begins on the residents. including herself. ment and Labor Law Department. larly scheduled conference calls victim’s 18th birthday for those who “Let’s get this thing going,” said Mr. Minks said the demolition According to the mayor, the offic- which updated the community regard- are assaulted when they are minors. resident Pat DiFabio. process including important dates, ers named in the lawsuit have been ing the storm response and power GW Primary Mr. Kraus said that it is possible to Mr. DiFabio said he lived across activity and any possible demoli- suspended and Lieutenant Joseph restoration efforts. The council voted CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 push the statute longer given that some from the ALCOA aluminum plant tion shutdowns, including environ- Giannuzzi has been put in charge of to authorize the appointment of Brian giving back to the community with or women might not have realized a crime as a child and worked there as a mental setbacks or hazards, will be the department. In addition, in order Garcia, Michael Perrotta and Rich- without an official title,” Ms. Guerrero had occurred. He said that when a teenager. ALCOA aluminum owned updated on the borough website. to restore public trust in the police ard Leonardis as volunteer said. significant amount of time has passed the property before it was sold to Mr. Minks said any residents who department, the borough has retained firefighters. Also, Councilwoman Councilman Marc Lazarow, who between an incident and the current Petro/Casale. still have concerns can reach out to Joseph J. Santiago, who has a track Deanna Andrea thanked all of the supported Ms. Todisco and her team, date, it is more challenging for pros- “I will be 90. I ain’t dead yet,” Russo Development. record of reorganizing police depart- residents who participated in the said he was “thrilled and excited our ecutors to bring charges. Mr. Kraus ments. Mr. Santiago’s website states Memorial Day ceremonies and pa- town believed in the Todisco, Ince added that in these types of cases vic- that he served as the director/superin- rade. and Benoit campaign.” tims may have an easier time in a civil “I am so excited for them to present proceeding where a “preponderance Recycling their ideas for the entire town,” Coun- of evidence” is required, versus the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 cilman Lazarow said. “beyond a reasonable doubt” require- Ms. Todisco’s uncle and Garwood ment of a criminal proceeding. than 60 days over one year, except in to consider an ordinance that would resident John Todisco said his family There is a two-year statute of limi- the Central Business District. Plus, a not allow or limit businesses from is “so proud of her (Sara). tations on civil matters, but that time home cannot be rented in the short leaving their door open when their “I wish my father and her grandfa- frame can begin from the time that a term for more than 30 consecutive air conditioning is on. Mayor Brindle ther (a lifetime Garwood resident) person discovers that the incident was days. It does not affect those who said she would discuss it at an up- was here for this. I know she will damaging, according to Westfield at- rent out their home for long periods coming merchant meeting. Council- remain committed to our awesome torney Brian Schiller. of time to one person, say for a year man David Contract said New York borough,” Mr. Todisco said. Attorney Daniel Zemke of Tellu- or longer, Town Attorney Tom Jardim City has such an ordinance in place. Mr. Ince’s wife, Robyn Ince, said, ride, who is representing Mr. replied to resident Bob Burslem’s Councilman Frank Arena said, “If “The people have spoken. The cam- Silbergeld and Ms. Pignoli, told The question. Currently, there are about you’re a small business in town, and paign was very professional and a Leader his clients have “no com- a dozen homes for rent on your door is open, you’re open for well-informed, issue-focused cam- ment.” Airbnb.com, Councilwoman Dawn business...let’s let our business enti- paign.” A phone call to the Telluride school Mackey said. ties determine if they want to pay a Republican Primary candidates system was not returned as of press “It’s affecting quality of life” for higher electric bill.” were uncontested. Ms. Cuccaro re- time. neighbors who have complained to In conference, the council gave ceived 150 votes as the mayoral nomi- *** the town, but previously there was the go ahead for the Westfield Com- nee. Republican council nominees Editor’s Note: Due to the nature of no ordinance in place to restrict short- munity Center to hold a rummage include Kimberly Salmon, receiving the allegations and the age of the term renting, Councilwoman Mackey sale on Saturday, July 28, from 8 148 votes, and Jennifer Sirak, garner- women at the time of the incidents, said during the conference session a.m. to 5 p.m., between Downer and ing 142 votes. they are not being identified by name. held prior to the official meeting. West Broad Streets, where residents “It’s been happening for years...but can sell belongings they are looking Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader the town has not had a mechanism to to get rid of. RUNNING FOR CENTENNIAL VILLAGE...Runners take part in Sunday’s Centennial Village Velocity 5K Race in Cranford. The event raised money for The step in and help the neighbors,” Ms. Also, two liquor licenses are to be Centennial Village Group, which works for the improvement of Cranford's Mackey said. renewed that are owned by The Of- Centennial Village District. There was a prior version of the fice, the license of which has been ordinance introduced in April by the inactive for two years, and Jeffrey’s, council but it was referred to the the license of which has been inac- Joseph Sarno Resigns from Council, planning board, which made requests tive for four years. Jeffrey’s license ÆèèÝ to make it more “Airbnb-friendly,” is in the process of being transferred. Moving to Scotch Plains Councilwoman Mackey said. Councilman Contract asked if the For now, the town is looking for town could take action to oppose a Dear Ms. Christina Ariemma, Hon- am deeply appreciative of the nu- Ā the neighbors to reach out to town license being renewed if it is not orable Mayor Lombardo, and mem- merous opportunities being Coun- officials to notify them of someone being used, saying it causes eco- bers of council, please accept this cilman provided me and the skills it ÇÚçÝì not following the ordinance so the nomic harm to the town. Mr. Gildea letter as my formal resignation from helped me build in being a better town can monitor the property and said doing so could risk the town my position as Councilman effective professional at home and at work. I enforce the ordinance. Homeowners losing the license. immediately, as my wife and I will be feel better prepared in taking on dif- who are in violation of the ordinance Councilman Arena announced that moving to Scotch Plains to move into ferent challenges every day and I can Öâíáâç could face a fine, among other ac- Westfield resident Traci Gleeson’s our new home and begin our next thank being an elected Councilman tions that would follow under the nephew, Brett Bramble, is partici- journey. This announcement comes for that. I look forward to reconnect- state law. pating in Walk Across America to with a heavy heart as I have sincerely ing in the future and am available as An ordinance was introduced to bring awareness to opioid abuse. He enjoyed my time on council serving a resource to each of you. ÚëæČìëÞÚÜá amend the salary ranges for adminis- will be in Westfield on Saturday at 9 the people of Garwood. I wish the Borough of Garwood tration personnel for the town, which a.m. at Bovella’s Bakery, where Being a Garwood Councilman has good luck and fortune as it disem- is done annually. The salary changes Councilman Arena will meet him been one of the most rewarding ex- barks on a new journey and I only reflect a 1-percent increase in Janu- and walk with him to Mindowaskin periences in my life. Despite our wish this borough and its people the ary 2018, retroactively, and a 1-per- Park. Ms. Gleeson lost her niece, differences, I will miss being on the very best as it moves forward. Thank ÈČæéëèîÝíèéëèíÞÜíÖÞìíßâÞåÝÛÞÜÚîìÞ cent increase in July 2018. Brittany, who is Brett’s sister, in 2014 dais discussing various issues and you and God Bless. ÈäçèðÖÞìíßâÞåÝÀìòèîëåèÜÚåÀååìíÚíÞ Mr. Gildea introduced the town’s to an opioid overdose. See more at working with each of you for the Joe Sarno ÚàÞçíÈäçèðíáÞâçìÚçÝèîíìèßÚååòèîë new public information officer, Kim brettbramblewalks.com. betterment of this great borough. I Garwood âçìîëÚçÜÞçÞÞÝìÂÚååÞæÚâåèëìíèéÛòæò Forde, who started the position on Monday, June 4. She is working 25 èßßâÜÞÚçòíâæÞìèÈÜÚçéëèïâÝÞéëèíÞÜíâèç hours over Monday, Wednesday and ßèëíáÞíáâçàìòèîåèïÞ Friday in town hall, and is to be paid an hourly rate of $43, with no ben- efits. Her duties will include com- municating messages from the town and its various departments via so- ÑèçÁÚçìäò–ÀììèÜâÚíÞì cial media and the town website. The %$˜ ˜# duties may change overtime, Mr. !ÄÚìíÁëèÚÝÒí Gildea said, given that it is a new ÖÞìíßâÞåÝ position. The goal is to have consis- tency in communications across all ëèçÛÚçìäò¨ÚååìíÚíÞÜèæ the departments. 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By CHRISTINA M. HINKE the governing body’s Monday, June added Councilman Tom Kranz. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times 18 regular meeting. The borough has Scotch Plains Mayor Alexander FANWOOD — The borough is utilized this service since 2010, Mayor Smith has indicated they will con- looking to re-up three shared-service Colleen Mahr said. tinue their shared-service agreement agreements. In an agenda-setting Also up for a vote is a resolution to to share the borough’s Department of meeting Monday, the borough coun- authorize the mayor to sign a re- Public Works (DPW) director, Mayor cil discussed its upcoming vote on an newed shared-service agreement with Mahr said. agreement with Union County for a Garwood to share Department of Councilman Kranz said he would 2-percent increase to occur yearly for Public Works (DPW) Director Clint like to see Mr. Dicksen receive an dispatching services provided by Dicksen with a term from August 1, increase in his salary because he feels Union County that will expire at the 2018 to August 1, 2021. The new Mr. Dicksen is performing more du- end of 2019, Borough Attorney Diane agreement will include a 2-percent ties than specified in the contract with Dabulas said. Some terms of the agree- increase per year, Councilwoman Scotch Plains. ment are to be verified by the bor- Katherine Mitchell said, as well as Scotch Plains pays the borough ough clerk before it comes to a vote at the addition of the street cleaning, $24,000 a year as part of the current agreement, Chief Financial Officer Fred Tompkins said. “I agree with Tom; I think he should be compensated,” Councilwoman Mitchell said. Councilman Jack Molenaar added that the administrative staff of the DPW is taking on extra work as well. Scotch Plains has yet to send in a contract to renew, Borough Clerk Eleanor McGovern said. In a special meeting held prior to Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times the agenda session Monday, the mayor STATION SQUARE...Building 1, of 5, of Station Square in Fanwood is nearly fully framed. Station Square is to have 35 and council passed on second read- townhome-style rentals with seven affordable units. The owner, Landmark, is expected to have 18 units ready to rent in the ing three ordinances. Those included fourth quarter of 2018. a $427,000 bond ordinance for im- provements to Paterson Road, amend- ing and supplementing salaries and Former Westfield HS Teacher compensation, and amending the sewer connection fees from $400 to $1,000. Three resolutions were passed. Two Accused of Sexual Advances resolutions enable the borough to accept two Green Acres grants for By LAUREN S. BARR partner, fellow teacher Tara Pignoli, M.O.’s post stated that she has e- Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times FANWOOD BUSINESS UPDATE...Director of Economic Development Eliza- improvements to the Fanwood Na- moved to Telluride, Colo. Both Mr. mails from Mr. Silbergeld where he beth Jeffery provides a Fanwood development and business update to the borough ture Center and Forest Road Park. WESTFIELD – At least three Silbergeld and Ms. Pignoli currently admitted to his behavior and he ad- council at Monday’s meeting. The council appointed FVHD Ar- women have come forward to say that are listed as teachers for Telluride mits that his actions were wrong. Her chitects, Fraytak Veisz Hokins former Westfield High School (WHS) High School on the Telluride website. post said, in part, “Looking for brave Duthies, P.C. to develop more sche- English teacher Marc Silbergeld en- More than a dozen people told The women, who were just girls back when Lance, Malinowski Win; matics for the proposed library im- gaged in inappropriate behavior with Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that a teacher, a man in a position of provements as part of the borough’s them while they were his students. they had heard rumors about Mr. power, took advantage of this and application for a state grant, Council- Mr. Silbergeld is a 1987 graduate Silbergeld being romantically in- managed to have a ‘girl’ or two every Will Face Off In November man Kranz said. of WHS who graduated from the volved with students during his time year since he started teaching.” M.O. An ordinance on first reading was University of Michigan and returned at WHS, but none of them knew any did not want to be interviewed for this By ZOE RADER 2008 and will be seeking reelection introduced that creates a municipal to teach from 1996 to 2013. He also specific information. story on the advice of her attorney. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times for his sixth term this November. In Open Space Trust Fund. Once served as the boys’ lacrosse coach Last fall The Times was contacted A.M. detailed her relationship with REGION — Five-term Republi- Congress, he worked on the House CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 during his tenure. In 2013 he and his by Zoe Kaidariades, WHS ’05, who, Mr. Silbergeld to The Times. She told can Congressman Leonard Lance and Financial Services Committee and has after watching the news coverage and The Times that the relationship began Democrat Tom Malinowski of Rocky since served on the House Energy witnessing the #MeToo movement during her senior year after they read Hill won the New Jersey Primary and Commerce Committee. Planning Board Approves unfurl, felt the need to come forward. “Hamlet” in class. She said that the Election vote for the 7th Congres- Mr. Malinowski worked as senior At the time, Ms. Kaidariades felt that two began spending time together sional District race Tuesday night and director at the National Security Coun- her story was not compelling enough outside of school, and had their first will face each other in the November cil for President Bill Clinton, the Child Care Ctr. on Front St. to stand on its own, but said that she kiss in the WHS parking lot. She said General Election. Washington director of Human Rights would be interested in coming for- that they went on several “dates” and Voters also chose two-term Senator Watch and was assistant secretary of By FRED T. ROSSI dents. ward if other women did as well. she recalled a shopping trip to Dick’s and Democrat Robert Menendez and state under President Barack Obama. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Elizabeth Dolan, a traffic expert, On May 30 The Times was alerted Sporting Goods in Woodbridge where Republican Bob Hugin as their General He also has been endorsed by Com- SCOTCH PLAINS — The plan- testified last week that there is “more to public Facebook posts that have he was rubbing the small of her back Election candidates in the race for the munications Workers of America, ning board May 30 gave its ap- than enough capacity” to accom- since been removed from public view while on the phone with Ms. Pignoli. United States Senate. Mr. Menendez Planned Parenthood and End Citi- proval to the construction of a child- modate the additional 60 to 70 ve- by two other women, identified as A.M. told The Times that she felt won against Democrat Lisa McCormick zens United. care center on Front Street, but con- hicles expected to enter and exit the A.M. and M.O., who were WHS because of her relationship with him, of Rahway, 258,042 votes to 157,263 “Tom’s the only candidate we can ditioned its consent on the appli- site during the peak arrival and de- graduates from the classes of ’02 and she was permitted to present family votes, and Mr. Hugin beat Republican rely on to start on day one and get cant coming up with a comprehen- parture times in the morning and ’04. The posts called Mr. Silbergeld photographs and turn on a movie for Brian Goldberg of Livingston, 167,000 results,” said Benji Schwartz, Mr. sive stormwater mitigation plan that afternoon. out as a “predator” and pleaded for her senior project, a project which is votes to 55,229 votes. Malinowski’s deputy communica- will meet state standards. After engineer Thomas Quinn more women to come forward. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Mr. Lance, who received 24,841 tions director, in an e-mail. 1805 Front Street LLC will pur- briefed the planning board about votes, had been challenged by Lind- Mr. Schwartz added that, “More chase and then combine three ad- the details of the site and the plan to say C. Brown of Clark, 4,772 votes, than anyone else in this election, Tom joining properties located at 1803- install an underground retention and Raafat Barsoom of Annandale, has experience as a coalition builder, 1815 Front Street into one 50,000- tank to collect stormwater runoff 3,543 tallies; while Mr. Malinowski, and has a history of forming relation- square-foot lot and then build an that would then slowly seep into the 26,059 votes, faced competition from ships across the aisle to get results — 11,000-square-foot, single-level ground, board engineer Paul Goutam Jois of Summit, 5,482 tal- like working with John McCain to child-care facility that will be oper- Ferriero said recent directives from lies, and Peter Jacob of Pluckemin, ban torture, and pass sanctions against ated as Primrose School, which has the state Department of Environ- 7,467 votes. Russia.” a similar facility in Mountainside. mental Protection mandate that Mr. Lance was elected to the United The Primary winners took away a Matthew Taylor, Primrose’s devel- “major” developments that increase States House of Representatives in CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 opment manager, told the board last impervious coverage by more than week that a maximum of 188 stu- a quarter acre must include a plan dents will be served at the Front on how excessive water runoff be- Street location, with a staff of about yond an underground tank will be 28. handled. Heavy rainfalls have the He said morning drop-offs at the potential to fill and then overflow center will be between 6:30 a.m. underground tanks, he said, mean- and 9:30 a.m. while pick-ups will ing the stormwater will instead need take place between 3:30 p.m. and to be drained to another location. 6:30 p.m. Plans show that the build- The issue, Mr. Ferriero said, is ing itself, along with playground how the stormwater will be dis- areas, will be located at the back posed of to the state’s liking. He Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times half of the property, with a parking admitted he did not have a solution GAMES OF CHANCE… Last weekend’s Greek Festival at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Gallows Hill Road in Westfield offers children and lot along Front Street. to put forth at the moment. “I hate adults alike the opportunity to show their strength and win a prize. Some of the Ashley Gray, who currently oper- coming to a meeting identifying a dads and moms helped the children select a prize of pink or blue dolphins or ates the Mountainside facility and problem when I don’t have a solu- baseball bats. will run the Scotch Plains center, tion,” he said. He was hesitant to said her intention is for the new recommend that the board approve PAGE INDEX facility to serve children ranging in the application, asking what hap- age from infants to pre-K. She said pens if it were to be approved and Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 15-16 if Primrose wanted to add an after- then 1805 Front Street LLC hit an Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-14 school program for older children, unforeseen roadblock when ad- Police ...... 15 Real Estate .... 9-18 Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader the planned building is designed to dressing the stormwater issue. 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By MICHAEL BONACCORSO dards exceeding federal law and Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times state law requirements. He said the GARWOOD — Russo Develop- New Jersey Department of Envi- ment held a town-hall meeting last ronmental Protection (NJDEP) has Wednesday evening at Lincoln stricter cleanup guidelines than the School to address any resident con- EPA, thus benefiting New Jersey cerns regarding public safety dur- residents. ing the Petro/Casale building demo- “Let’s get this thing going,” said lition on South Avenue and subse- resident Pat DiFabio. quent cleanup. Mr. DiFabio said he lived across Russo Development attorney from the ALCOA aluminum plant Christopher Minks stated “para- as a child and worked there as a mount” to the cleanup process is teenager. ALCOA aluminum owned “human safety.” Mr. Minks said resi- the property before it was sold to Susan M. Dougherty for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times dents should be informed the Petro/Casale. DANCE BREAK…At the annual Greek Fest last weekend in Westfield, hundreds cleanup “has not begun,” commenc- “I will be 90. I ain’t dead yet,” of attendees watch children and adults in traditional folk costumes. The crowd was ing once the school year ends. said Mr. DiFabio. invited to dance with the choreographed dance movements at one point on All demolition processes will fol- EcolSciences Vice-President Pe- Saturday evening. Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times low guidelines set by the federal ter Hansen said he will oversee the PARTY IN THE PLAZA...Ladies Night Out will be held tonight in downtown Environmental Protection Agency Petro/Casale property soil cleanup. Fanwood from 6 to 9 p.m. A tent will be in the middle of the plaza between Railside (EPA) and state law, stated Mr. Mr. Hansen said guidelines are fol- Café and Monk’s Home Improvement on South Avenue across from the train Minks. The meeting was held to lowed to assure soil contamination Westfield Teacher station. Also, Saturday Mornings in the Plaza will continue to happen from 10 a.m. ease residents concerns surround- is confined to the property. Mr. to noon on Saturdays in the plaza area between Fanwood Crossing I and Fanwood CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Crossing II. ing “baseless claims and fear mon- Hansen said contaminated soil is gering,” not because of actual im- removed the same day it is exca- supposed to be an intensive research Times his clients have “no comment.” pending hazards, stated Mr. Minks. vated. He said all contaminated soil project or paper. Mr. Silbergeld also A phone call to the Telluride school Mayor Addresses Lawsuit He said rumors had begun to de- will be transported in a contained reportedly visited A.M.’s home dur- system was not returned as of press velop, suggesting residents will be process via barrels or utilizing tarp. ing the day on one occasion, and she time. exposed to “(airborne) cancer-clus- Environmental Health Investiga- visited him at his parents’ home in *** Regarding Police Officers ter smog,” stated Mr. Minks. tions, Inc. President William S. Westfield, where she said they en- Editor’s Note: Due to the nature of “(Russo Development) will have Kerbel said he will be responsible gaged in intimate touching. the allegations and the age of the By KATE BROWNE to conduct an investigation of any alle- licensed and certificated profession- for overseeing the demolition pro- A.M. said that it was the arrest of women at the time of the incidents, Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times gations. The mayor said the borough is als who will be at the site daily,” Mr. cess regarding the plant’s physical Harvey Weinstein that prompted her they are not being identified by name. MOUNTAINSIDE — Mountainside cooperating with the Union County Minks said. structure. He said the hazardous pol- to come forward. Mayor Paul N. Mirabelli read a state- Prosecutor’s Office. In addition, the The professionals hired have “un- lutants in the material were approved Ms. Kaidariades told The Times ment at Tuesday’s borough council borough has retained Christine A. tainted and unblemished records in for construction purposes many that Mr. Silbergeld regularly gave meeting regarding a lawsuit that was Amalfe, an attorney with the law firm of doing this work,” Mr. Minks said. years ago when the Petro/Casale her and other girls shoulder mas- Shared Serv. recently filed by five Mountainside Gibbons LLC, to defend the borough in Resident Sal Piarulli, a member plant was constructed. Years of sages in class. Additionally, she dis- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 police officers and a dispatcher against the lawsuit. Ms. Amalfe is chairwoman of the Garwood Board of Educa- medical research has shown the cussed an incident when they were adopted, the ordinance will enable the police department alleging a hostile of the firm’s Employment and Labor tion, said Russo should make sure it materials used when “pulverized alone in the teachers’ lounge where the borough to spend the money from work environment created by the ac- Law Department. is “doing better” than EPA stan- could release cancer-causing con- he kissed her on the cheek, and that the grants on the designated improve- tions of Officers Andrew Huber and According to the mayor, the officers dards. taminants through dust (asbestos),” she felt uncomfortable. She added ments, the council said. Thomas Murphy and Police Chief Allan named in the lawsuit have been sus- “The EPA said the World Trade Mr. Kerbel stated. that while she no longer has the e- The council is to adopt its $6.1- Attanasio. pended and Lieutenant Joseph Center (site) was clean,” said Mr. Mr. Kerbel said the air will be mail, she recalls sending him a ques- million 2018 municipal budget at a The mayor began by stating that the Giannuzzi has been put in charge of the Piarulli, describing air quality after monitored for dust particulates. He tion regarding her senior project and special public hearing to be held recent allegations of police misconduct department. In addition, in order to the September 11th tragedy. said if dust particulates exceed spe- that at the end of Mr. Silbergeld’s Monday, June 25. do not reflect the community’s values restore public trust in the police depart- Mr. Minks said Russo Develop- cific guideline levels, the demoli- response he told her how pretty she In discussing the agenda for the and assured the public that the council ment, the borough has retained Joseph ment requires that its subcontrac- tion must cease for a given period looked in class that day. Ms. June 18 regular council meeting, the is evaluating all the issues that have J. Santiago, who has a track record of tors and employees observe stan- of time. Kaidariades also said that she e- 2016 audit corrective action plan is to come to light and has hired an indepen- reorganizing police departments. Mr. The dust particulates are tracked mailed the superintendent of Tellu- be approved. Patrolman Daniel Kranz dent attorney, William Maderer, a Santiago’s website states that he served via advanced technology in real ride schools but did not receive a of the Fanwood Police Department is former assistant United States attorney, as the director/superintendent of the time, stated Mr. Kerbel. During response. to be promoted. Essex County Department of Public Center demolition, water will be sprayed Westfield School Superintendent Fanwood Liquors/Suny Desai, Safety, the Newark Police Department, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 as per procedure at the site to sup- Margaret Dolan issued the follow- South Avenue Liquors, BEMSK En- the New Jersey State Police, the Tren- noted that the township would not press the dust originating from the ing statement to The Times: “The terprises LLC, and Sheelen’s Cross- Primary ton Police Department and the Irvington be able to issue a certificate-of- site. superintendent of a school district in ing are to have their licenses renewed CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Police Department. occupancy to Primrose School until Russo Development’s Demoli- another state contacted me on May as part of the agenda for the June 18 majority of the votes. Mr. Malinowski Mayor Mirabelli reminded residents the mitigation plan had been re- tion Project Manager, Roman 29, 2018 regarding a statement made meeting. BEMSK also is transferring gained 68 percent of Democrats’ votes that all employees of the borough de- solved. Gorfinkel, said he will oversee the by a 2004 graduate of Westfield High the license to a prospective buyer of while Mr. Lance won 74 percent of serve to work in a positive and produc- Ted Schiller, one of the partners demolition on a daily basis, making School relating to a former WHS the license, Mrs. McGovern said. Republicans’. In the race for U.S. tive environment and any behavior that in 1805 Front Street LLC, said at sure all rules are followed. Mr. teacher who left the Westfield Pub- The property owner of 31 South Senate, Mr. Menendez took 62 per- falls outside of the code of conduct will last week’s hearing that his group Gorfinkel said all hazardous mate- lic School District in 2013. We have Martine Avenue, 31 Martine Investors cent of Democrats’ votes while Mr. not be tolerated. He concluded by not- would not proceed with construc- rial hauling loads will arrive at pre- cooperated with the other school dis- LLC, is to be authorized a tax appeal Hugin garnered 75 percent of Repub- ing that because of the pending litiga- tion without first having a suitable determined dumping sites that deal trict. settlement. It stays the same in 2016 as licans’. The 7th District includes tion there are limitations on the amount mitigation plan in place. specifically with such materials. “The well-being of our students is it was in 2015, Ms. Dabulas said. “It is Westfield, Cranford, Garwood, of information that can be shared with The board then voted 8 to 0 to Borough Clerk and resident Chris- of paramount importance. We ex- not a big dollar amount,” Mr. Tompkins Mountainside and part of Scotch the public but stated that the council approve the application conditioned tina Ariemma said she works across pect staff members to adhere to the said. Plains. was fully committed to keeping resi- on a mitigation plan being submit- the street from the demolition site district’s Code of Ethics, as well as After voting last month to set a In the 12th Congressional District, dents informed of all developments ted, something that will be handled and has “full faith” Russo Develop- all applicable New Jersey statutes newly-established sewer rate, the coun- Congresswoman Bonnie Watson relating to the lawsuit as the law per- mainly by Mr. Ferriero and Mr. ment will foster a safe demolition and regulations, and we encourage cil is looking to amend the fee when it Coleman, a Democrat, and Republi- mits. Quinn. Several board members environment protecting residents our students and staff to reach out to votes on the resolution at the next can Daryl Kipnis were unopposed In other business, a representative praised the planned facility, with including herself. a person with whom they feel com- governing body meeting. The council Tuesday in their respective Primaries from Jersey City Power and Light Deputy Mayor Llewellyn Jones say- Mr. Minks said the demolition fortable, whether it is a parent, a did not disclose the new amount. and will face each other in Novem- (JCPL) made a presentation on planned ing he will “cross my fingers” and process including important dates, guidance counselor, a building ad- During her Fanwood development ber. The district includes most of infrastructure improvements, including hope the issue can be solved. Mayor activity and any possible demoli- ministrator or a staff member, if they and business update, Director of Eco- Scotch Plains and all of Fanwood. new loops and ties at the Springfield Alexander Smith, who saw the tion shutdowns, including environ- have a concern.” nomic Development Elizabeth Jeffery At the county level, Union County power substation, which are intended planned center as benefiting in the mental setbacks or hazards, will be The Westfield Code of Ethics says, said that Building 1 of Station Square Freeholder Al Mirabella of Fanwood, to minimize the impact of power out- long run from downtown redevelop- updated on the borough website. in part, that teachers “shall not use is nearly fully framed. Station Square 20,192 votes; Andrea F. Staten of ages. Several council members com- ment efforts, said the municipal gov- Mr. Minks said any residents who professional relationships with stu- is to have 35 town-home-style rentals Roselle, 19,924 votes; and Kimberly mended JCPL for the accuracy of its ernment will do “whatever we can” still have concerns can reach out to dents for private advantage.” The code with seven affordable units. She said Mouded of Westfield, 19,661 votes, predictions regarding power restora- to assist with the mitigation plan. Russo Development. was approved on December 3, 2002 the owner, Landmark, is expected to won easily in the Democratic Pri- tion and for its regularly scheduled and reviewed on March 9, 2015. have 18 units ready to rent in the fourth mary over Alex Lospinoso, 6,136 conference calls which updated the Joseph Sarno Resigns from Council, In April, Governor Phil Murphy quarter of 2018. votes; Patrick Gargano, 6,109 votes, community regarding the storm re- signed into law the “Pass the Trash” “The rentals, they are beautiful. They and Kaiby Sandoval, 6,100 votes, all sponse and power restoration efforts. Moving to Scotch Plains bill, which requires schools to ask are investing a lot of money in these Linden residents. They will face The council voted to authorize the ap- about any sexual allegations regard- apartments,” Mayor Mahr said. former Garwood mayor Patricia pointment of Brian Garcia, Michael Dear Ms. Christina Ariemma, Hon- appreciative of the numerous oppor- ing teachers when they move from Benches and planters are to be de- Quattrocchi of Clark, Garwood Coun- Perrotta and Richard Leonardis as vol- orable Mayor Lombardo, and mem- tunities being Councilman provided one district to another and also re- livered Friday for the extension of the cilman Joseph R. Sarno and Peter G. unteer firefighters. Also, Councilwoman bers of council, please accept this me and the skills it helped me build in quires administrators to tell receiving public walkway behind the Martine Kane of Summit in November. The Deanna Andrea thanked all of the resi- letter as my formal resignation from being a better professional at home districts about any allegations and Avenue stores. GOP slate was unopposed in their dents who participated in the Memorial my position as Councilman effective and at work. I feel better prepared in grants them immunity from civil li- Ladies Night Out will take place Primary. Day ceremonies and parade. immediately, as my wife and I will be taking on different challenges every ability. The law also prevents schools tonight, Thursday, from 6 to 9 p.m., in moving to Scotch Plains to move into day and I can thank being an elected from entering into any severance downtown Fanwood. “Music, fun and our new home and begin our next Councilman for that. I look forward agreement which would destroy the food,” along with 21 vendors, will be journey. This announcement comes to reconnecting in the future and am evidence or expunge the teacher’s on tap at the night out, said Ms. Jeffery. with a heavy heart as I have sincerely available as a resource to each of you. record after their departure from the A tent will be located in the middle of enjoyed my time on council serving I wish the Borough of Garwood district. the plaza between Railside Café and the people of Garwood. good luck and fortune as it disem- Former Assistant Union County Monks Home Improvement on South Being a Garwood Councilman has barks on a new journey and I only Prosecutor Scott Kraus told The Times Avenue across from the train station. IS been one of the most rewarding expe- wish this borough and its people the that there is a five-year statute of Some of the businesses have contrib- riences in my life. Despite our differ- very best as it moves forward. Thank limitations on sexual assault cases in uted to the cost of the tent, which is ences, I will miss being on the dais you and God Bless. New Jersey, but there is also a five- rented for the event, Mayor Mahr said. discussing various issues and work- Joe Sarno year statute of limitations that begins Two hundred and fifty residents have ing with each of you for the better- Garwood on the victim’s 18th birthday for those signed up for the event, Mayor Mahr ment of this great borough. I am deeply who are assaulted when they are mi- said. “That is awesome,” she stated. nors. Mr. Kraus said that it is possible Saturday Mornings in the Plaza will to push the statute longer given that continue to happen from 10 a.m. to some women might not have realized noon on Saturdays in the plaza area a crime had occurred. He said that between Fanwood Crossing I and Fan- when a significant amount of time has wood Crossing II, Ms. Jeffery said. passed between an incident and the Lightbridge Academy will hold a current date, it is more challenging grand opening at the academy, located for prosecutors to bring charges. Mr. at 15 South Avenue, on Saturday, June IS NOT. Kraus added that in these types of 16, at 10 a.m. cases victims may have an easier time The next Biz Roundtable meeting in a civil proceeding where a “pre- for local businesses to meet with Ms. ponderance of evidence” is required, Jeffery will be held at 9:30 a.m. on (ZRTLHIV\[(JJPKLU[-VYNP]LULZZ versus the “beyond a reasonable Wednesday, June 13, at the Railside N`k_fk_\i`ejliXeZ\ZfdgXe`\j#_Xm`e^XeXZZ`[\ekZXe doubt” requirement of a criminal pro- Café. d\XepfliiXk\ji`j\XjdlZ_Xj+'%9lkn`k_8ccjkXk\Ëj ceeding. In his engineering update, Borough 8ZZ`[\ek =fi^`m\e\jj# pfli iXk\j nfeËk ^f lg Xk Xcc aljk There is a two-year statute of limi- Engineer Antonios Panagopoulos said Y\ZXlj\f]XeXZZ`[\ek%;feËknX`k:Xccd\kf[Xp% tations on civil matters, but that time the borough’s project to add sidewalks frame can begin from the time that a to Madison Avenue is on hold until it person discovers that the incident was receives approval from the New Jer- damaging, according to Westfield at- sey Department of Transportation torney Brian Schiller. (NJDOT) to go out to bid for the Attorney Daniel Zemke of Tellu- improvements to Madison Avenue. 5LSZVU,ZWLSHUK3<;*- ride, who is representing Mr. “Our window is closing to do it,”   Silbergeld and Ms. Pignoli, told The Mayor Mahr said. 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Center Street during Sunday’s fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair. Page 2 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Smith to Host Town Hall Akai Lounge Appears On Overdevelopment Before Bd. of Health SCOTCH PLAINS — Mayor ducing much-needed state legislation By MICHAEL BONACCORSO lenged by “rotating employees” or a Alexander Smith will host a public and for coming to Scotch Plains to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times high employee turnover, stated Mr. town hall meeting on Tuesday, June help us engage our residents and de- WESTFIELD — Akai Lounge was Du, explaining that staff receiving cer- 12, at 7 p.m., at the Scotch Plains mand reform. We need this to be a granted a possible two-day business tified food handler training this month Municipal Building, 430 Park Av- bipartisan effort.” closure, at Monday’s board of health may not work at the establishment in enue, in the Town Council Chambers, The public is strongly encouraged meeting, if the establishment receives three months or a year from now. to discuss courts forcing overdevel- to attend this meeting to learn more a less than satisfactory health inspec- “Word on the street is we’re (board opment in local communities. about Scotch Plains’ affordable- tion within 365 days. Akai Lounge of health) kind of tough. We just want Mayor Smith will be joined by As- housing obligation, the process and owner James Du was requested to everyone to be safe. We do want you semblywoman Holly Schepisi (R- needed state legislation to reform it. appear for a health hearing after the to succeed,” Dr. Vasilios 39th, Westwood), who has introduced Mayor Smith is serving his second restaurant received three consecutive Diamantopoulos said. a package of legislation on affordable year as mayor of Scotch Plains. He conditional satisfactory ratings. Dr. Diamantopoulos stated that, housing to make the process more was recently sworn in as a member “Thank you to everybody in Westfield “employees are difficult,” but busi- realistic and fairer. of the board of directors of the New for supporting us. I cannot say enough ness owners must “be ahead of the “I am grateful for Assemblywoman Jersey Conference of Mayors and is thank yous. We have fixed everything curve.” He said the certified food Schepisi’s efforts in sponsoring state working on a bipartisan basis with ADDRESSING GUN VIOLENCE...Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th, and tried to minimize any problems training is not set as a hurdle for legislation to end the madness of over- fellow mayors to get the State Legis- Long Branch), at podium, and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-12th, moving forward,” said Mr. Du. business owners, but assures their development throughout New Jersey,” lature to pass affordable-housing re- Trenton) held a press conference last week with local officials from Middlesex Health Inspector Beau Preston said staff is trained properly. said Mayor Smith. “No one is against form legislation. County to address solutions to reduce gun violence. the refrigerator was not keeping food “Whatever training courses, we will affordable housing, but I am against Assemblywoman Schepisi was below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Mr. send people,” Mr. Du said. the fact that the courts can force us to first elected to the New Jersey Gen- Preston said raw fish and chicken Ms. Pien said to assure future com- change the residential character of eral Assembly in November 2011 Watson Coleman, Pallone were being maintained at 44 degrees. pliant management procedures all our town to meet ridiculous and unre- representing the 39th Legislative Manager Lillian Pien said the pre- staff and management will follow the alistic housing numbers. While doing District. Considered a “rising star” vious refrigerator is only a few years board of health’s checklist. our best to meet our affordable-hous- in New Jersey politics, the New Jer- Push for Handgun Bill old, but from frequent use has started “I’m very happy the owner came ing obligation, there has to be a better sey League of Municipalities hon- REGION — Congressman Frank yet with guns we have more deaths, to age or not maintain specific tem- today with a plan. They seem to un- process that includes regional plan- ored her with its “2014 Outstanding Pallone, Jr. (D-6th, Long Branch) and more mass shootings than any other peratures as consistently. Ms. Pien derstand we’re all working to bring ning, safety, infrastructure, traffic and Women in Government Award” and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson nation. This bill, like dozens of other said the restaurant has replaced an them into compliance so their restau- school impacts. We need the State the New Jersey Conference of May- Coleman (D-12th, Trenton) are call- basic proposals, would fix some of our aging refrigerator and joined the re- rant succeeds,” Health Officer Megan Legislature to take action, and I thank ors named her its “2018 Assembly- ing on Congress to act on “common- gun-violence problems. We register to frigerator company’s maintenance Avallone said. Assemblywoman Schepisi for intro- woman of the Year.” sense solutions” to reduce gun vio- vote, we register our vehicles, we reg- program. She said the refrigeration The board unanimously agreed to lence. In April, Rep. Watson Coleman ister businesses — why don’t we do company assures temperatures will keep the restaurant health code vio- introduced the Handgun Licensing the same for weapons?” remain as desired. lation hearing process “as is,” Board Williams to Replace Carter and Registration Act of 2018, with “The plague of gun violence in our “We don’t cut corners. Our clien- President Thomas O’Neill said. The Rep. Pallone as an original co-spon- communities is completely unaccept- tele is highly educated and they know board had discussed creating a sub- sor. The legislation would overturn a able,” said Mr. Pallone. “As members what they want. We obtain our food committee to hear restaurant health- On Freeholder Board 1986 law to build a framework of of Congress, it is not enough to ask for from the most reputable fish market code violations, Mr. O’Neill said. COUNTY — Plainfield Council- standards for handgun ownership in a moment of silence. It is not enough to in the area,” Mr. Du said. Currently, if a restaurant is fre- woman Rebecca Williams has been the United States by creating a fed- express our thoughts and prayers...The Ms. Pien said the restaurant has quently less than satisfactory a hear- appointed to fill an unexpired term on eral licensing and registration pro- Handgun Licensing and Registration sent its workers to a “Spanish-speak- ing is held to speak with the business the Union County Board of Chosen cess for gun ownership. Act would provide real solutions that ing food handler course” to miti- owner or representatives, stated Ms. Freeholders. “The National Rifle Association has will not only help prevent mass gate a language barrier in the edu- Avallone. The current hearing pro- Freeholder Williams, who will be threatened, fundraised and strong- shootings like what we saw recently in cation process. She said the course cess incorporates all board of health ceremonially sworn in at the Free- armed the debate around the Second Parkland and in Sante Fe, but also curb enables the restaurant’s workers to members and involved health inspec- holder meeting tonight, June 7, was Amendment for so long that the gun violence we see in our commu- remain certified on the food-han- tors, Mr. O’Neill added. chosen by the Union County Demo- commonsense measures — measures nities every day.” dling process. Ms. Avallone said Westfield “re- cratic Committee to complete the term that would bring down rates of gun The Handgun Licensing and Reg- Westfield health board member, Dr. ally cares” about consumer safety left vacant by former Freeholder Linda violence and even receive the support istration Act of 2018 requires that the Lawrence Budnick, said having cer- and the business owners within the Carter, who recently resigned to be- of law enforcement — have been person seeking gun ownership is at tified food handlers is important, es- town. She said other boards will sim- come the State Assemblywoman for deemed taboo. To that I say, no more,” least 21 years old, undergoes firearm pecially for those in charge of the ply issue fines for violations, not af- the 22nd District, which includes Ms. Watson Coleman said at an event training, and has undergone a crimi- establishment. fording the owners the opportunity to Scotch Plains and Fanwood. in East Brunswick last week. “Our nal history and background check Restaurant owners often are chal- represent themselves. “We congratulate Freeholder Will- kids deserve to feel safe at school. Our including submitting fingerprints and iams on her appointment and we look communities deserve to be safe at home photographs. The Act would require forward to working with her in moving Rebecca Williams and in their daily lives. Our country is license renewal process after five Downtown Redevelopment Union County forward,” Freeholder woman of the council’s Administra- supposed to be a model for the world, years of issuance. Chairman Sergio Granados said. “On tion and Finance Committee. She also Panel Launches Survey behalf of the Freeholder Board, direc- was the current chairwoman of the SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch the Town Council Chambers. tors and our employees, I welcome her Public Safety Committee. Pallone Comments on Latest to county government. Her experience Plains Downtown Redevelopment “Since day one, the SPDRC has as a councilwoman and community Lance Statement on Committee (SPDRC) launched a vi- made inclusiveness and community roots has helped to prepare her for this Facebook Privacy Reports sual preference survey on Monday involvement part of its mission,” said new chapter in her life of serving our Tariff Announcement aimed at gathering input from the Mayor Al Smith, who is chairman of over 500,000 Union County residents.” FLEMINGTON — Congressman WASHINGTON, D.C. – Energy do so by a media outlet. Our Com- community on architectural themes the SPDRC. “I encourage all resi- “It is an honor to represent the Leonard Lance (D-7th, Westfield) and Commerce Ranking Member mittee is also still waiting for a lot of that are preferred in the downtown of dents, business, and property owners people of Union County on the Board issued the following statement on the Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-6th, Long answers from Facebook to questions Scotch Plains. The survey offers six to take this survey to help the SPDRC of Chosen Freeholders. I look for- decision to impose tariffs on alumi- Branch) released the following Mr. Zuckerberg could not or would different conceptual architectural de- determine which architectural themes ward to working with all the mem- num and steel imports from Canada, statement Monday after new re- not answer at our hearing. The Fed- sign options submitted by SPDRC should be incorporated in our down- bers of the board in serving the resi- Mexico and the European Union: ports disclosed that Facebook gave eral Trade Commission must con- members and Harbor Consultants, the town redevelopment plan.” dents of this great county. I have “I disagree with the administration’s phone and electronic device mak- duct a full review to determine if the township’s consulting planner, and The images in the survey are both served as an ethical, dependable and actions on aluminum and steel tariffs. ers access to vast amounts of user consent decree was violated. asks participants to select their pre- conceptual and generic in that they dedicated public servant at the mu- We should target bad actors like China data: Facebook and other data collectors, ferred theme. provide visual/graphic representa- nicipal level, and as an effective ad- who engage in unfair trading practices “It’s deeply concerning that including these device manufactur- The visual preference survey will tions of conceptual design options vocate on various issues. I am ready that are to the detriment to American Facebook continues to withhold criti- ers, should be prepared to come be- be available until 4 p.m. on Monday, and may depict elements of another to serve,” Freeholder Williams said. businesses and consumers rather than cal details about the information it fore Congress so that we can get a June 18. The online survey can be community. While many of the ex- Prior to her appointment to the confronting our key trading partners has and shares with others. This is better grasp of the entire data collec- found on the township’s Facebook amples differ in height and size of the Freeholder Board she was serving for hostilely. These tariffs will only hurt U.S. just the latest example of Facebook tion ecosystem, and how people’s and Twitter pages. buildings depicted, the images are the third straight year as the chair- economic growth and job creation.” only coming forward when forced to personal information is being shared A poster version of the survey is not intended to assess these charac- and used.” located at the Scotch Plains Public Li- teristics – the SPDRC is only seeking Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg brary, 1927 Bartle Avenue, where par- preference on architectural styles. testified before the Energy and Com- ticipants can select their preference in The online version is set to only merce Committee in April following person. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 3 Rink, Summer Programs Peyton's Planning Board Denies Discussed by Commission Peek at the Week Subdivision on Lynn Ln. By KATE BROWNE install a dumpster at Gumbert, and In Politics By MICHAEL BONACCORSO fessional planner and engineer, James Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times council members agreed to ask Town By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times Watson, said the applicant is seeking WESTFIELD — During the pub- Administrator Jim Gildea to deter- WESTFIELD — John Butler and to create two lots which are more lic portion of Monday’s recreation mine the appropriate response to a Murphy Tells Cabinet to don’t stop raising taxes and start work- Katherine Brown, of 226 Lynn Lane, fitting with the zone where a lot’s commission meeting, Susan Leiber, a request from residents in the adjoin- Prepare for State Shutdown ing toward lowering them we will were unanimously denied variance minimum square footage is 12,000 resident whose home on Salter Place ing apartments that the town install Governor Phil Murphy sent a letter continue to drive people and jobs relief at Tuesday’s planning board square feet. is two doors down from the proposed poles and nets to prevent foul balls. to his cabinet members last Friday, from the state.” meeting to divide their property into The existing lot is over 30,000 temporary ice hockey rink at Gumbert Commissioner Fox asked Recre- telling them to begin preparations for a Mr. Bramnick said he is ready to sit two separate lots. The existing single- square feet, stated Mr. Watson. The Park, expressed concerns regarding ation Director Don Bogardus to in- state government shutdown June 30 if down with Governor Phil Murphy family home would remain with a proposed lot would be less than the project. vestigate complaints, which he has the State Legislature can not pass a and the Democrats to take immediate new single-family dwelling. The land 20,000 square feet, leaving the exist- According to Ms. Leiber, received from residents regarding balanced budget by the July 1 deadline. action to balance the budget. ordinance requires a lot depth of 120 ing lot at just above 20,000 square homeowners on Salter Place received missing mile markers, overgrown Nj.com reported that the action came Scutari Seeks to Combine Med., feet, while the proposed lot depth was feet, stated Mr. Watson. no notice of the Union Sports Arena grass and broken water fountains at after state Senate President Steve Recreational Marijuana Bills 68 feet. Objector and neighbor Joseph proposal. She said the arena’s plan to Tamques Park. Sweeney (D-3rd, Gloucester) said he Nj.com has reported that State “Not a well thought out plan for the Triarsi, said several adjacent homes install a permanent sidewalk on both Mr. Bogardus advised that 474 chil- would be willing to shut down the gov- Senator Nick Scutari (D-22nd, Lin- community,” said Planning Board to the proposed lot are over 30,000 sides of South Chestnut Street would dren have already registered for the ernment to force changes he wants to see den) is working on combining the member Darielle Walsh. square feet. Mr. Triarsi said the new require the removal of four mature summer playground program, a sig- in the state’s school-funding system. medical marijuana expansion and rec- Ms. Walsh said “two major con- lot and existing lot would not be in trees. She also said elected officials’ nificant increase from last year. The The letter also asks cabinet mem- reational marijuana measures “in a cerns” she had with the application keeping to the neighborhood’s char- representations that the rink will not program will run from Wednesday, bers to prepare a contingency report political gamble that risks dooming creating a new home facing Spring- acter or aesthetics. cost taxpayers anything are inaccu- June 27, to Wednesday, August 8, and on how their departments would their chances of passage.” field Avenue “deal with safety con- Mr. Triarsi said the applicant is rate because the town will no longer offers a wide range of activities such handle the shutdown, and submit it to Health Committee Chairman state cerns.” “Entering or exiting” the seeking a variance not because of a be able to dump snow in the Gumbert as sports, swims at Memorial Pool, the Governor by Monday, June 11. Senator Joseph Vitale (D-18th, home’s driveway on a curve is “espe- “hardship which is unavoidable,” but parking lot and instead will have to specialty days and local trips. Mr. Gov. Murphy and Mr. Sweeney dis- Woodbridge) has introduced legis- cially dangerous,” stated Ms. Walsh. a “self-induced” hardship. Mr. Triarsi incur additional costs by using an- Bogardus reminded the public that agree on how to raise revenue in the lation to significantly increase ac- Planning Board member Francis said the applicant is seeking a subdi- other location such as the parking lots registration is ongoing for more than budget. Gov. Murphy wants to raise cess to the medical marijuana pro- Smith said the neighborhood has nu- vision to create two irregularly-shaped at Memorial Pool. Ms. Leiber also a dozen summer camps including income taxes on the richest state resi- gram by allowing more dispensaries merous “big lots” or “big setbacks.” lots, not to alleviate an existing cir- asked commission members to con- fencing, golf and STEM programs as dents, while Sen. Sweeney wants to and cultivation centers to open and Mr. Smith said the proposed lots set- cumstance. firm or deny the widespread rumor well as adult tennis, tai chi and spe- raise taxes on corporations. permitting more medical profession- back would less than other lots in the Objector and neighbor Rafael that the rink will not have to obtain cial events such as the summer con- Bramnick: GOP Won’t als to refer their patients, according neighborhood, addressing the lot be- Betancourt said he believed the ap- any of the required variances and will cert series. In addition, discount tick- Support Any Tax Hikes to news reports.He also said he is ing “up keeping to the character of the plicant was “buttressing his not need to be approved by the ets to local attractions such as Great With 30 days to finalize a state strongly opposed to consolidating neighborhood.” application’s chances for county ap- Westfield Planning Board or to pro- Adventure, the Philadelphia Zoo and budget for the fiscal year that begins his bill with one legalizing recre- “Now the question before the board proval” by obtaining Westfield Plan- vide additional information on who Splash Zone Water Park are now avail- July 1, Assembly Minority Leader ational cannabis for adult use. is whether someone can demand mul- ning Board approval first. will determine if the temporary rink is able at the recreation department. Jon Bramnick, the Republican leader “They should absolutely not be tiple excessive variances on their lot Mr. Betancourt said the board “successful” and what standards will He also reminded all residents that in the chamber, says state tax in- mixing medical marijuana (legisla- so they can wedge a second home would have to approve an application they use. the playground at Mindowaskin Park creases are unacceptable. tion) with recreational,” Mr. Vitale where none existed,” said Michael without knowing if the county would In response to her concerns, Recre- will be closed for renovations this “Let me be clear. Assembly Repub- said, according to the nj.com report. Rohwetter, who opposed the approve the subdivision. ation Commissioner Chairman Gary summer. The renovations include the licans will not support any tax in- “Let the chips fall where they may on application’s approval. Springfield Avenue is a county road, Fox explained that the matter was installation of new playground equip- creases,” Mr. Bramnick said. “If we recreational (cannabis).” Mr. Rohwetter said his family’s so county approval in addition to the now out of the commission’s hands as ment and will likely begin in July and home will be disadvantaged for “their Westfield Planning Board’s approval it has already been approved by the conclude sometime in August. Mr. (the applicant’s) financial benefit.” would be necessary, Mr. Foerst re- town council. Mr. Fox urged Ms. Bogardus also updated the public on “I grew up on Staten Island and I sponded. Leiber and other residents with ques- the results of the recent field users’ saw first hand how perverted zoning Mr. Betancourt said “he would tions or concerns to reach out to Mayor meeting and the new field registra- and zoning waivers ruined neighbor- like to know” if the planner consid- Shelley Brindle and to attend the regu- tion process and indicated he was hoods. That is why when I moved my ered the new lot’s relation to emer- larly scheduled town council meet- investigating the possible use of a family to New Jersey we focused on gency vehicle parking or access such ings. software program to provide residents towns that had homes that were well as fire trucks, if the proposed drive- In response to any inquiry regarding with a calendar of field activities. though out and designed,” Mr. way would create risks for on-com- why the proposed ice rink was ap- Heather Re, the recreation Rohwetter said. ing traffic, and how garbage and proved in less than three months while department’s aquatic supervisor, ad- The proposed home would be “very recycling trucks would service the the plan to upgrade the fields at vised that the opening weekend for detrimental” from a “visual and noise home. Tamaques Park, which the commission Memorial Pool was a success despite perspective,” Mr. Rohwetter said. “There is no shoulder for parking had been working on for several years, the weather, as more than 1,300 mem- Neighbor Tara Rohwetter said the on Springfield Avenue,” said Mr. was postponed by Mayor Brindle, bers and 700 guests enjoyed the pool new home would create a risk for Betancourt, referring to the implied Councilman Michael Dardia explained facilities. The new lighting detecting children who may be dropped off on a traffic risks visitors to the home or that the scale of the proposed plans for system is in place and 250 children bus or who will eventually play on the occupants would pose to traffic on Tamaques, which included two turf have signed up for the swim team and front lawn. Ms. Rohwetter said a child’s Springfield Avenue. fields, the construction of a new multi- another 428 have signed up for swim nature is “to chase a ball into the Mr. Watson said the proposed drive- purpose building and its costs estimated lessons which will begin on Thurs- street” when playing catch and the way on Springfield Avenue was re- to be several million dollars, differenti- day, June 28. proposed home would not be situated ported to the Westfield Police De- ate it from the proposal to install a Ms. Re said there is an opening for on a “safe part” of Springfield Avenue. partment and Westfield Fire Depart- temporary ice rink. a maintenance worker at the pool. The applicant’s attorney, Jim Foerst, ment with no negative comments or In other business, Councilman Applicants must be 18 years of age said the applicant would not need a traffic risks reported. Mr. Watson said TRIMMING LOOSE BRANCHES...Westfield Department of Public Works Dardia thanked the members of the and can pick up an application at the supervisors make sure the first Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce variance if the lot were not irregularly “he would assume” if there was an Westfield Baseball League for re- recreation department. Farmers Market goes smoothly by trimming tree limbs at the north-side train shaped as all other aspects of the inherent “safety risks” either depart- sponding to concerns regarding over- The commission’s next meeting is station lot on Friday. The farmers markets began Saturday at their new location application comply with town’s land ment would have contacted his office flowing trash cans by agreeing to Monday, July 2. after previously being held at the south-side train station lot. ordinance code. The applicant’s pro- with “commentary.”

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Gingili – Sesame seed or the oil One-year – $36 • Two-year – $68 • Three-year – $99 of our very high performing school community without getting involved from it district. We all were very happy to in partisan debates. To politicize the NULLIPARA have served on this Board. One of the school board would detract from the 1. Useless; of little or no value great characteristics of the current good work that is being done and 2. A woman who has not borne a child Westfield Could Get Rep. structure is that the members are not potentially discourage good candi- 3. A traitor; turncoat Republicans or Democrats; they are dates from running simply because 4. Apathetic; disinterested CLACHAN simply Westfield residents who want they are “tied in” to the local political 1. A hamlet in the Highlands of Scot- to give back to their community. parties. land On County Freeholders We are very concerned by the ru- Our school district is one of the 2. Solidified; hardened mors that we have been hearing that highest performing in the state. Could 3. A state of insensibility; numbness For the first time in 14 years, Westfield is likely freeholders and Plainfield Councilwoman Rebecca both political parties are contemplat- we do better, of course we could and 4. Hanging in clusters, such as with to be getting a representative on the Union County Williams has been chosen by the Union County ing putting up a slate of candidates we believe that the current adminis- grapes Board of Chosen Freeholders come 2019. Kim- Democratic Committee to replace Linda Carter on for the school board openings avail- tration, teachers, board and our stu- STREPITANT 1. Harsh; raspy berly Palmieri-Mouded was picked by the Union the board. Ms. Carter was named to the 22nd Legis- able in November 2018. We are abso- dents, are committed to continuing to lutely against allowing the school improve on what is already a very 2. Oozing; seeping County Democratic Committee for one of three lative District Assembly seat of the late Jerry Green board to become politicized. strong district. The school district 3. Noisy, loud seats up on the nine-member board this year. last month. 4. Salty; saline Until 2012, school board elections and the town administrators and ERUCTATION Westfield has not had a freeholder since Mary Including Ms. Williams’ seat, six of the nine were held in April. They were then elected officials have worked well 1. Shameful; corrupt Ruotolo served seven years from 1998 through freeholder seats, or two-thirds of the board, are from moved to November. The concern at together in the recent past and we 2. The act of belching 2004. Democrats have held all nine board seats urban communities. We are hopeful that Summit or the time of the change is that the would like to see them find even more 3. Swelling or state of being swollen elections would become political ways to leverage all of the assets of 4. The act of stretching and yawning since 1998 so, barring a major upset on Election New Providence also will get a seat in the not too since they would be happening at the the town for the betterment of our Day, Ms. Mouded would join the board in January distant future. same time as the more traditional students but we do not need to make 2019. Westfield resident P. Mark Martini has run a Over the years the issue of freeholder districts has political offices were being voted on. this political. Letters to few times on the Republican ballot line for free- been raised to bring about more representation of all We were very lucky that this did not We should focus on putting the best the Editor holder including in 2017. areas of the county, not to mention two-party repre- happen, perhaps until now. people available in office, not putting Why do we need “Republicans” or three Republicans or three Demo- Current board members on the at-large board sentation. But that issue is likely going nowhere in a “Democrats” on the school board? crats in office. Her Staff Knows How reside in Elizabeth, Hillside, Linden, Cranford, Democratic-controlled Legislature, as Republicans During our time on the Board, never If you have a point of view, please To Satisfy Customers Fanwood, Springfield and Union. Ms. Mouded is only hold 41 of the 120 seats (Senate and Assembly once did the work of the school board, let your elected officials know your As a former Cranford resident who running with incumbent Freeholder Al Mirabella of combined) in the Legislature. of setting policy for the district and position. used to work at Westfield Memorial Fanwood and former Roselle councilwoman Andrea The issue of overdevelopment is having a serious representing the community in the Mark Friedman Library and whose friend, Joan administration of the schools, involve Staten. The Republican candidates are former impact on our local communities, as is the high Mitch Slater Hackett, was a Westfield resident, politics. Brendan Galligan Garwood mayor Patricia Quattrocchi of Clark, amount of property taxes. In addition to having a I’m proud of Anne Laird who runs the Town Bookstore in Westfield, NJ. Garwood Councilman Joe Sarno and Peter Kane of Westfield freeholder, we hope Summit and Westfield Anne and her staff know how to sat- Summit. officials and residents become more involved by ‘Temporary’ Ice Skating Rink Is isfy customers. They will even order We believe it is important to have freeholders from attending county meetings. At $40 million, Westfield out-of-print books, DVDs, and VHS the suburban, western portion of the county as well is consistently the highest taxed town in the county, Another Ex. of Too Much Government videos. as the urban areas. Elizabeth currently has two followed by Summit. The business of government is not with a taxpayer funded tax-exempt Thank God the Town Bookstore business. Yet Westfield is embarked ice rink? One reason for the disap- exists in Westfield, on East Broad on building a “temporary” ice-skat- pearance of private swimming clubs Street. My departed friend Joan ing rink. Yet there is not one word on is the plethora of municipal swim- Hackett, who had a high IQ combined the Town of Westfield website about ming complexes. with high common sense level like I Preserving Our Past In the Midst the cost of the approximately nearly The Town Council and Mayor do, was a Westfield resident who at- 200-by-85-foot rink! Brindle have better work to do than tended Garwood St. Anne’s Church Here is a reminder of the ancient focus their attention, time, energy, and Cranford St. Michael’s Church Of Present, Future Redevelopment Roman bread and circuses that the and our money on building an ice with me. Joan was also an avid reader, A pivotal issue for much of our readership area ter which historic legacy provides becomes the politicians for political purposes ad- skating rink. and we enjoyed many conversations vanced. What about the flood of potholes? about the joys of Cranford and right now is redevelopment, particularly large-scale launch pad for our town’s future development.” “Temporary” in government par- Motorist recklessness on the roads? Westfield. projects earmarked or underway for Scotch Plains- We concur with Mr. Wendel’s assertions that while lance means permanent. Consider Reducing the tax burden? Streamlin- I’m grateful to God to have had Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood. Public concerns not every older home can or should be saved, and those “temporary” Main Navy and ing government? Doing more to care Joan as a friend, and glad that Anne remain over how these retail and residential devel- that economic factors in restoring and maintaining Munitions Buildings erected on the for the homeless, feed the hungry, Laird’s Town Bookstore continues to opments will impact municipalities, notably school such homes can pose a formidable challenge, com- National Mall in 1918 that would not help the poor? thrive. be demolished until 1970. But, despite these problems. Mayor district populations, traffic and infrastructure. Town munities like Westfield and neighboring towns with Martha McLoughlin The Westfield website tells us, “The Brindle proposes lighted turf fields in Lakewood, NJ hall-style meetings have recently been held or sched- deep roots in the area should encourage preservation WHS hockey team and surrounding Tamaques Park. Yet more bread and uled in an effort to address these concerns. of historic homes and other structures that are still local hockey clubs will utilize the rink circuses. This while she and the Town Coco to Be Screened Considering the complex elements related to these viable. They are visible, tangible, literal connections for practice.” It would be better though Council are busy drawing down At Hanson Park redevelopment plans, and how they will help shape the to our past, and resources for keeping that past alive for these high school students to spend Westfield’s financial reserves! their time doing their homework. What next? A Westfield Town ma- CRANFORD — The community future of our communities, it is vital that our attention for present and future generations as modern-day Strange that at a time when our rina on the Jersey Shore, a Westfield is invited to bring their blankets and remain focused on them. In the midst of our potentially needs and obligations dictate other development. beloved country is being strongly Town ski lodge in the Skylands, or chairs for a Movie in the Park on changing landscapes, however, it also is imperative that The communities of our area, many originally challenged for educational supremacy perhaps a Westfield Town restaurant Saturday, July 14, at Hanson Park, we do all we can to preserve links to our past as well. settled during America’s pre-Revolutionary era, are by a whole host of countries it was in the Town Hall? The possibilities located at 38 Springfield Avenue, In an article published in last week’s editions of to be commended for their preservation efforts over standing room only in the Town Coun- are endless when government thinks Cranford. cil chambers over the issue of the it perfectly okay to engage in private The feature presentation will be The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains- the years. Local historic preservation commissions, proposed ice-skating rink. enterprise as the expense of private Coco, a 2017 animated fantasy film Fanwood Times, Westfield Town Historian Robert historical societies and the owners of older homes Would it have been standing room enterprises! produced by Pixar Animation Stu- Wendel highlighted the relevance of preserving who have preserved or restored the original charac- only if the Town Council were consid- Leave it to Thomas Jefferson to dios and released by Walt Disney Westfield’s historic homes as the town approaches ter of their dwellings have collectively been integral ering expanding the Westfield Memo- have the last word on the importance Pictures. The story follows a 12-year- its 300th anniversary in 2020. to retaining our towns’ historic legacy. rial Library or building a performing of limited government. He wrote in old boy named Miguel Rivera who is arts center where the music of Mozart, his letter to William Stephens Smith accidentally transported to the land “Despite constantly changing physical appear- Nevertheless, time and progress continue to affect Chopin, Beethoven, Rossini, and dated February 2, 1788: “We are now of the dead, where he seeks the help ances, with a more developed downtown center and towns’ ability to preserve their history. While rede- Vivaldi among others were performed vibrating between too much and too of his deceased musician great-great- ongoing rejuvenation and modernization of neigh- velopment will continue, we hope our communities or building an art museum where the little government, and the pendulum grandfather to return him to his fam- borhoods, there has always been an essential appre- will be successful in maintaining what Mr. Wendel works of Monet, Renoir, Rembrandt, will rest finally in the middle.” ily among the living. The film won ciation for Westfield history which residents have described in his article about Westfield as “the van Gogh, and Vermeer among others We should take Thomas Jefferson’s two Academy Awards for Best Ani- were displayed? advice and consider the “temporary” mated Feature and Best Original Song supported and passed down from one generation to delicate balance between economic development In our free enterprise economy it is ice-skating rink as too much govern- (“Remember Me”). the next,” he wrote. He also noted how “the charac- and reverence for the past.” intolerable that government competes ment. This free family movie night will with private enterprise. What private Stephen Schoeman start at dusk, approximately 8:30 p.m. ice company could possibly compete Westfield There will be popcorn and refresh- ments for sale and fun for the entire Palumbo Graduates family. Movie in the Park is presented by the Hanson Park Conservancy, the From Arcadia Univ. Carpetto Inducted Into Cranford Municipal Alliance and GLENSIDE, Pa. – Amy Palumbo Friends of the Cranford Public Li- was among those students who earned Healthcare Honor Soc. brary. For more information, visit a degree during Arcadia University's SCRANTON, Pa. – Nicole hansonparkconservancy.com. 2018 Undergraduate Commence- Carpetto of Westfield was among ment Ceremony on May 18. the 54 University of Scranton stu- Kasper Selected to A resident of Scotch Plains, Amy dents inducted into Upsilon Phi was awarded a Bachelor of Science Delta, the national honor society Join Phi Beta Kappa degree in Biology. for graduate and undergraduate stu- NEW BRUNSWICK – Dory dents in healthcare administration Kasper, of Scotch Plains, has been Union County Freeholders programs. Students must have a accepted to join America’s most pres- Elizabeth, New Jersey minimum overall grade point aver- tigious academic honor society, Phi (908) 527-4200 age of 3.5 for induction. The Beta Kappa. Ed Oatman, Mgr., [email protected] Sergio Granados, chair university's chapter of the honor Dory, a biology major with a [email protected] society was established in 2002. chemistry minor, will graduate from Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Nicole is a senior pursuing a the Rutgers University Honors Pro- (908) 527-4419 health administration degree at the gram in 2019 with this significant [email protected] Jesuit university. achievement.

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 5 Why I Am Voting for Ileen Cuccaro Cat Owners; So A Politician Can Our American Flag, In The Garwood November Election Make A Name For Himself The Grand Old Flag While redevelopment is currently is going to dodge the tough issues and Here we go again with politicians fighting among themselves, scratch I’m going to take you on a histori- changed on April 12, 1861, when the underway for the town of Garwood, just propose to distribute more mail- deciding what’s best for taxpaying their owners (I still have a scar) and cal journey back to the birth of our Confederate Army bombed Fort we need leadership to ensure that our ers which really serve us no purpose citizens by getting their names put on yes, damage furniture/carpets and beloved stars and stripes. First I must Sumter and tore the country apart. town is led into making the right besides wasting more paper. a stupid bill that leaves cat owners drapes. dispel a myth. Betsey Ross did not The people in the north, to show decisions. This is why I am voting for Ileen Cuccaro is my top choice for questioning why go through the hassle I can imagine lonely retirees hav- sew the first American flag. The first support for their troops displayed the Ileen Cuccaro for Mayor this No- Mayor of Garwood as she is someone of owning a pet or adopting an aban- ing to worry if their cat scratches a American flag was designed by American flag in front of their homes. vember. Ileen has been a resident who works with her fellow council doned cat from a shelter if the state is fellow resident/neighbor in a retire- George Washington in 1776 to mark I wrote the following as a tribute to over 50 years and is someone who members, does not attack them pub- going to keep on regulating every ment home or community that allows the start of the Continental Army. The our stars and stripes. can think outside of the box and has licly, but rather tries to work closely action of the pet owner. Next are they pets and then being told to dispose of flag consisted of a Union Jack in the Old glory, old glory flying high, always made it a point to take into with them to seek out solutions to the going to regulate the type of food cats the beloved pet. Cats need homes and upper left hand corner; the rest of the your field of blue with 50 stars of consideration the needs of all of the difficult issues we face as a commu- can eat or mandate annual checkups not restrictions that prevent or hinder field was filled with 13 alternating white tells in part what we are like. residents of Garwood. I have always nity. with added forms to be filed by vet- adoption. I would rather see a bill that stripes of red and white. It was known Each star has its own light, but in a known Ileen to be a stand up, honest With redevelopment plans moving erinarians? I can’t believe that the deals with reducing the number of as the Continental Colors. One year field of blue they all unite. person and key contributor to our forward, I fully believe that Ileen sponsors of this bill even polled state cats by spaying or neutering( as Bob later, the Continental Congress passed The crimson and white of 13 stripes community. Like so many successful Cuccaro is the ideal candidate that veterinarians. Barker always used to say at the end a flag resolution that was just one is in honor of the pain and strife of the businesswomen, Ileen has always Garwood needs for mayor now as we I have owned 11 cats in my life- of each show) during the first few sentence long. “The flag should have 13 colonies to unite. balanced the demands of being a de- enter into a new phase of Garwood’s time... some were declawed and some months of their lives. That would be 13 stripes, alternating red and white That Fort Sumter’s night our star voted mother with her full-time ca- history yet to be written. While Ileen weren’t. When I lived in an area where a “Neccesity Bill”and not a “Conve- and 13 white stars in a field of blue.” spangled banner stood high and bright reer. supports redevelopment, as so many it was safe for the cats to go outside nience Bill” so a politician can make It never stated though how the stars to dawns early light, so did Sir Frances She is fully committed to Garwood of us residents also do, she does not without a leash (Yes, you can walk a name for himself. Thus, passing this should be arranged. Over the years, Scott Key write. and shows this through her commit- support overdevelopment. Ileen is the cats on leashes) they retained their bill we should all get ready for the the stars and stripes had many looks Today our flag, our national sym- ment to continually invest in Garwood leader we need at this time to help claws for protection. But those that state to fund cat euthanasia on a mas- and finally morphed into the flag we bol is 50 stars strong. It embodies the as a long-time homeowner, taxpayer, take a closer look at what will be were kept indoors and leashed were sive scale at taxpayers’ expense. see today. free spirit of our nation. Our stars and and real-estate agent (One in Garwood proposed for our town going forward declawed. I had the cats declawed Bob Fox Here are some other interesting stripes embody our free spirit. It rec- by the way) to help ensure this town to ensure that the downstream ramifi- because I noticed that the indoor cats Scotch Plains facts about our cherished stars and ognizes honor to those who died so continues to thrive economically. cations are taken into consideration with claws would draw blood when stripes. she may fly. In my opinion, Ileen has proven early on and upfront. Ileen is some- The American flag is the first flag I’m sorry but I have to say this point what it takes to be a successful leader one who fully understands that that to represent the people. blank. Why aren’t you flying our flag and has the insight to get the job done. the infrastructure of a one-square mile Tamaques Wiffle Ball Charity Event It’s the only flag to have a national in front of your home, on a pole or a She fully understands the infrastruc- town such as Garwood would not be anthem written for it. flag just stuck in your front lawn? I ture of this town and, in her short able to handle the demands of such Sees 300 Participate Why the colors red, white and blue? drive my block and through my town tenure on the council, has been the overdevelopment that is currently On behalf of the organizers of the The event kicked off at 3:15 p.m., The truth may never be known but the and rarely do I see a flag to be found. driving force to push the needle to being imposed on our town and so Sister Pat’s Kids Camp Charity Wiffle with the playing of the National An- prevailing theory is of two fold. First, I know in this free democracy we help get the taxpayers of this town many of our neighboring municipali- Ball Tournament (Michael Birle, them, and then the games for high the colors were taken directly from have freedom of expression, so yes some relief for the first time in 17 ties. Bryce Dannevig, Andrew Caminiti, school and intermediate players be- the Union Jack. Second is that the you don’t have to fly the American years. Ileen is the ideal candidate for James Birle, Jack Cushing, Patrick gan, followed by the elementary blue stood for courage, the white for flag, but could you tell me why. Ileen spearheaded the movement mayor as she possesses strong leader- Reynders, and Kelly Cushing), we games. purity of the event and the red for the Please, this Flag Day, honor our to reach across party lines and look ship skills and has always maintained would like to thank everyone for an- This year, the winners of the high- sacrifice of the many. national symbol. Embrace its rich and for options to achieve a freeze on our a high level of integrity and transpar- other successful tournament. In fact, school bracket were the “Seis The familiar sight of American flags glorious past and to ensure its future, real estate taxes and should be com- ency regarding her platform with the almost $17,000 was raised for Sr. Hombres,” the intermediate-school flying from front yards across our be a part of America that displays the mended for her leadership. It should residents of Garwood. I would also Pat’s. champions were the “Thunder,” and great nation wasn’t always so. The embodiment of a land that is free, a be noted that this was one of the like to remind voters that Ileen has By way of background, Sister Pat’s the winners of the elementary-school flag waving exuberance that you see land of opportunity for all. major items on her running platform made it clear for years that should Kids Camp is a week-long camp in bracket were the “Orange Kittens of when we celebrate national holidays Flag Day is June 14. when she rang my bell a couple of would like to hear from the residents upstate New York for underprivileged Destruction.” such as Memorial Day, Flag Day, July Walter Sosnosky years ago that made me vote for her and that she always felt our concerns children with cancer (of any religious This summer, Michael Birle, and 4th, etc., never existed. That all Kenilworth for a council seat. Today, I am pleased should be taken into consideration. background) chosen by the staff of Andrew Caminiti will be counselors to see that she delivered on this prom- Therefore, this November I ask to Columbia Presbyterian. Over seven at Sr. Pat’s Kids Camp. They will Thank You to All For Support ise once being elected into office. you join me and support Ileen Cuccaro years ago, we heard that the camp was engage in many activities with the Finally, some change you can believe for Mayor of Garwood. Ileen is some- in danger of closing because it was children who are receiving the ben- in with Ileen’s leadership! one who takes the time to listen to her low on funds. In response, the Wiffle efit of the money the tournament Of Furniture Assist Linen Drive Ileen faces the tough questions head fellow residents and takes into con- Ball Tournament was started to raise raises. The community and local busi- the new linens. on, she does not cower away or de- sideration the financial impact that money for the camp. Over the last The tournament’s Platinum spon- nesses came together to have a hugely Furniture Assist is a local charity flect to appease those in the moment the decisions of our local government seven years, the Wiffle Ball Tourna- sors were: Adler’s Jewelers, Brennan successful linen drive to benefit a that takes donations from those that with undelivered promises just to could ultimately have on the taxpay- ment has raised over $75,000. All Family, Loder Family, Sullivan Fam- local charity, Furniture Assist. Due to have and distributes free of charge to make us happy to hear what she has to ers, retirees, and all those living on a proceeds from the tournament go di- ily, Mitts for Mutts, Bergin Family, their generosity, Furniture Assist will about 25 needy families a week. Do- say. Anyone can talk the talk, what we fixed income who reside in Garwood. rectly to Sister Pat’s Kids Camp. The Birle Family, Caminiti Family, Casa have enough linens to supply many nations can be brought to Furniture need is someone with strong leader- Kathleen (Kat) Patterson proceeds from this year’s Wiffle Ball di Pizza, Colicchio Construction, families in need. This was the largest Assist each Sunday from noon to 2:30 ship skills and a clear platform to Garwood Tournament will allow at least 37 Cushing Family, Dannevig Family, linen drive in Furniture Assist’s his- p.m. at 24 Commerce Street, Spring- serve as our mayor, not someone who children to attend camp and enjoy a Reynders Family, D-Bat, Hershey’s, tory. field, N.J., http:// week of fun activities, forgetting their Jeni-Fit Studios, Maliakal Family, We would like to thank Ron Bansky www.furnitureassist.com/. other challenges, Martin Jewelers, Mears and and Allstate Insurance at 502 East Amy Flax and Emily Root Lance Statement on 3.8 The 8th annual event was held on McCullough, CPAs, Pantano Family Broad Street, Donna Perch and Westfield Friday, May 25, at Tamaques Park in Foundation, Loews Hotels, Westfield Coldwell Banker at 209 Central Av- Westfield. Approximately 300 play- Baseball League, George Kunath, enue and Rory Chadwick and Mid- Submittal Formats Percent Unemployment ers participated and more than 100 Guarnuccio Family, and Vaszily Fam- town Authentic at 129 East Broad Email Photos in color Street for being drop-off locations for Email Ads as pdf files in color spectators gathered for a fantastic ily. Please spell & grammar check WESTFIELD — Congressman The Labor Department reported cause. Throughout the event, over 50 Thank you for all those who par- the Furniture Assist Linen Drive. We Leonard Lance (R-7th, Westfield) is- Friday that unemployment fell to 3.8 For more information, see volunteers umpired the games and ticipated, donated, volunteered and would like to thank Sarah Murphy www.goleader.com//help sued the following statement respond- percent in May – matching its lowest helped sell pizza (courtesy of Casa di supported the tournament. Sister Pat, and Grassi Associates Inc./Keeco for ing to the May jobs report: point in half a century. Since 1969, Pizza), subs and chicken fingers (with in whose memory the camp was the only other time unemployment “Today’s economic report is thanks to Hershey’s), snacks, drinks founded, would be ecstatic with the The Family Law Department of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski good news for the United States, has been this low was in April 2000. and tournament t-shirts. success of the Wiffle Ball Tourna- Presents job seekers and the federal coffers. The economy added 223,000 jobs. Deadlines ment. We look forward to next year’s Wages have increased and unem- The job gains were broad. In April, Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm event, and we hope to see you there! ployment rates are the lowest in the economy added 159,000 jobs af- Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm James Birle decades. All this success could be ter revisions. Over the past year, the Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm undermined by the imposition of economy has added an average Tournament organizers new tariffs on aluminum and steel 191,000 jobs a month. imports. I urge the Trump Admin- Wages grew 2.7 percent in May Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. istration to reconsider its decision compared with a year earlier. Unem- in light of today’s excellent em- ployment has fallen steadily since the “25 Years Experience” ployment report. Let’s keep the Great Recession. It peaked at 10 per- Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer economy going strong.” cent in 2009.

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State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI), State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI), P092014.1 Bloomington, IL Page 6 Thursday, June 7, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Grover Connell, 100, Was Family Man, Successful Entrepreneur, Philanthropist – Obituaries – Grover Connell of Westfield, years, where they raised their three N.J., died peacefully on Thursday, children, Ted, Terry and Toni. Gloria I. Giaimo, 89, Beloved Mother; May 17, 2018, at his home, sur- Grover’s business acumen and rounded by his loving family. work ethic were without question. Born in New York City on April He valued commitment and integ- Lived In Westfield For 30 Years 12, 1918 to Mr. and Mrs. Grover rity, and his loyalty to those who Gloria I. Giaimo, 89, of Dunedin, Gloria leaves behind six children, Cleveland Connell, Grover was worked at Connell and others close Fla., passed away peacefully at her Joseph (Sally), Vernon, N.J., James raised in New York. He went to to him was evident. In a business daughter’s home on (Sybil), Scotch Plains, high school in the Bronx and earned world dominated by written agree- April 6, 2018 and was N.J., Jeffrey (Jim), a Bachelor of Science degree from ments, Grover always maintained surrounded by her lov- Ladera Ranch, Calif., Columbia University in 1939. Af- that any deal could be made on a ing family. Jason (Hetal), ter working briefly for his father in handshake, as a person should al- Gloria was born in Pleasanton, Calif., and the rice business, Grover served in ways stand behind his word. He Manhattan, N.Y., and Judith and Joan of the United States Navy as an of- touched the lives of so many, sharing worked on Wall Street. Dunedin, Fla. She is ficer (Lieutenant Senior Grade) on his knowledge and remarkable ex- She grew up in Jersey also survived by two KNIGHTS SUPPORT SQUAD...Msgr. Walsh Council 5437 Garwood Grand a Fletcher class destroyer during periences. Respected by everyone City, N.J., later married sisters, Sister Joan Knight Michael Collings presents Garwood First Aid Squad Captain Gene World War II. Following the war, with whom he came into contact, and raised her family in Eileen Butler of Our Kobliska with a $250 donation during the squad’s Annual Fund Drive. Also Grover returned to work for his Grover remained humble through- Westfield, N.J., before Lady of Lourdes Con- pictured are members of the First Aid Squad on the right and Knights of Columbus father at Connell Rice & Sugar Co. out his extraordinarily successful life. retiring to Dunedin, Fla. vent, West Orange, N.J. Chaplain Msgr. Ron Marczewski and fellow Knights on the left. (now The Connell Company) and Passionate about politics, Grover Gloria was an avid and Dorothy Verheul of took over the business in 1950. He immersed himself in the issues and reader and enjoyed Mukilteo, Wash. She Mountainside Library Posts has been the president of the com- political process. He deeply believed crafts, gardening, cro- Gloria I. Giaimo leaves four grandchil- pany since that time. Grover greatly in the importance of education and cheting, and making jew- dren, Jainam, Ashni, expanded the company’s rice and community and supported many or- elry, especially dream catcher earrings. Justin and Jayden, and several nieces Programming For June sugar operations, eventually lead- ganizations and charities, without She was a member of the Our Lady of and nephews. Gloria was a loving ing the company to become the looking for any recognition. Lourdes Catholic Church in Dunedin. and kind soul who will be missed MOUNTAINSIDE — The Lächelns by Franz Lehár. René Kollo world’s largest rice trader, and also Yet for all of his achievements Gloria was gregarious, made friends immeasurably. Mountainside Public Library will as Prince Sou-Chong and Birgit Pitsch- guided the company into many di- and attributes, Grover’s pride and easily and could make you laugh with There was a private mass held on continue to offer programs during the Sarata as Lisa star in this 1974 produc- verse business areas. He was a true devotion always remained centered ease. She could tell a story like no May 5 and a memorial service will month of June. tion. The Radio-Sinfonieorchester entrepreneur. Multiple generations on his family. other and often people would say “your be held on June 12, which would “Aging Service Kiosk” will be held Stuttgart with the Korean Court Ballet of the Connell family continue to Grover is survived by his daugh- mom is so cute” or “your mom is so have been her 90th birthday. tomorrow, Friday, June 8, at 12:30 is conducted by Wolfgang Ebert. lead the company. ters, Terry Connell and Toni Connell; funny.” June 7, 2018 p.m. Donna Farrell of the Union Remaining Tuesday Night movies Grover met his wife, Patricia Day grandsons, Shane Connell and his County Department of Human Ser- for the month are Marshall (2017, Connell, in Manasquan, N.J., at wife, Jennifer, Duane Connell and vices Division on Aging and Disabil- PG-13) on June 12; Lady Bird (2017, the beach, and they were married his wife, Jane, and Sean Connell, ity Resource Connection will return R) on June 19 and Daddy’s Home for 77 wonderful years until she and seven great-grandchildren, to the library to provide information (2017, PG-13) on June 26. All screen- passed away last year. Grover and Clayton, Justin, Katherine, Chloe, about home-delivered meals, respite ings begin at 6:30 p.m. Pat moved to Westfield in 1951 Lilah, Tessa and Coby. care, home care, adult day care, sup- Additionally, the library will con- (also moving the company to New At Grover’s request, services port services for caregivers and more. tinue to feature its Brown Bag Acad- Jersey a few years later) and re- were held privately. “Alfred Hitchcock: Behind the Cur- emy: Great Courses series on Mon- sided in Westfield for the past 67 June 7, 2018 tain of Suspense” is scheduled for days in June at 1:15 p.m. The current Monday, June 11, at 7 p.m. Author, course is “How to Listen To and Un- film historian and museum film cura- derstand Great Music.” Professor tor Max Alvarez will present a look Robert Greenberg, Music Historian- Jazz Pianist to Give behind the scenes of some of the Mas- in-Residence at the San Francisco Concert In Cranford ter of Suspense’s notorious classics, Performances, is the lecturer. Attend- CRANFORD — The Friends of from The Lodger (1927) and North By ees are invited to bring their lunch; the Cranford Public Library invites Northwest (1959) to Frenzy (1972) coffee, tea and cookies will be served. the community for an evening with and the meticulous planning of each. To register for library programs, concert pianist Gil Scott Chapman The curtain closes on the sixth sea- stop into the library or call (908) 233- on Monday, July 23, at 7:30 p.m., in son of the Friday Operas on Film se- 0115. The Mountainside Public Li- the Cranford Community Center. ries on Friday, June 15, at 1 p.m. Mena brary is located at 1 Constitution A classically-trained jazz pianist, Clemson will present Das Land Des Plaza. Mr. Chapman holds a Bachelor of COMMENDED HOME...This recently restored and expanded 1873 farmhouse Fine Arts in Jazz Studies and Master of is among the 14 recipients of a Devlin Commendation for historic preservation. Networking Group to Host Music (improvisation) from the Uni- The public is invited to attend the awards ceremony and reception hosted by the versity of Michigan. He has won and Westfield Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday, June 14, at 7:30 p.m., placed in a number of classical piano in the Community Room of the Westfield Municipal Building, located at 425 East LinkedIn Expert June 11 competitions, performed at Carnegie Broad Street. Hall, the Kennedy Center and the SCOTCH PLAINS — The nect with Mr. O’Hearn, visit Monterey Jazz Festival, and performed Scotch Plains-Mountainside Pub- linkedin.com/in/andyohearn/. Devlin Awards Ceremony lic Libraries’ Career Networking This program is free and open to Kyle L. Banker alongside many celebrated artists. He helped to develop the Group will feature a program on all. Interested persons can register Gershwin Initiative, a long-term To Be Held on June 14 “How to Get 80 Percent of online at scotlib.org, by calling Kyle L. Banker partnership between the Univer- LinkedIn’s Benefits in 20 Percent (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204, sity of Michigan and the Gershwin WESTFIELD — The Westfield emony and reception honoring this of the Time” on Monday, June 11, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Kyle L. Banker, 64, of Roselle, family, bringing the music of Historic Preservation Commission year’s 14 recipients for their efforts at 6:30 p.m. It will take place at the Individuals can connect with the passed away on Tuesday, May 22, George and Ira Gershwin to schol- will hold its annual Devlin Commen- toward historic preservation. Scotch Plains Public Library. library’s Career Networking Group 2018. ars and audiences worldwide. He dation Awards ceremony on Thurs- The Devlin Commendation pro- Andy O’Hearn will be the pre- on LinkedIn, Career Networking Kyle was employed as a dental resides in Westfield. day, June 14, at 7:30 p.m., in the gram was established in 1992 to honor senter. Since 2005, Mr. O’Hearn Group at SPPL. assistant for Dr. Seymour “What thrills me about music, es- Community Room of the Westfield outstanding efforts in the restoration, has sought to plumb the depths of The Scotch Plains Public Library Koslowsky, DDS, for 45 years. She pecially jazz, is the unexplored, the Municipal Building, located at 425 expansion and maintenance of older LinkedIn’s mysteries, ranging from is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, is predeceased by her sister Karen unknown,” he said. “And the irony is East Broad Street. Members of the properties. The awards are selected LinkedIn Open Networker (LION) one block from Park Avenue in the Moore. She is survived by her sis- you’re completely unaware of that public are invited to attend the cer- from community nominations by a to LinkedIn Associations of Mu- center of the township. ter Dale Sheehy and her husband, unexplored territory until you get panel of judges with expertise in his- tual Beneficence (LAMB). He has James; her nieces, Kaitlyn Sheehy there — that journey excites me!” Teen Clubs Available tory and architecture. mined the expertise of LinkedIn’s WNC LEGO Club and Jordan Dunn and her husband, No registration is required for The winners of the 2018 Devlin most proficient practitioners, and Michael; her nephew, Joshua this free concert. The Cranford At Township Library Awards include private residences as during the upcoming program he To Get Underway Moore, and his wife, Kelly, and Community Center is located at 220 SCOTCH PLAINS — Teens in well as public and commercial prop- will present his concentrated WESTFIELD — The Westfield great-nieces and nephews. She is Walnut Avenue, and is accessible to grades 5 to 12 are invited to the erties. They range from an 1870s farm- knowledge and curated experience. Neighborhood Council (WNC), lo- laid to rest in Rosedale Memorial all. For more information about the Coding Club at the Scotch Plains house to a Victorian “Queen Anne” to The goal of the program is to help cated at 127 Cacciola Place, Park in Linden. Friends of the Cranford Public Li- Public Library on Wednesday, June a 1920s Georgian-style brick estate. attendees set their profile apart and Westfield, has announced its LEGO June 7, 2018 brary, visit cranfordlibrary.org. 13, at 6 p.m. The Westfield Fire Department will establish their bona fides in ways Club Kickoff Event on Sunday, The library will provide Microsoft be honored for the restoration of the they might not have fully envi- June 24, between 1 and 3 p.m. Surface tablets and iPads, along with domed cupola atop the historic sioned before. Kids ages 7 to 12 are invited to suggestions for websites and pro- firehouse. This year’s ceremony also Mr. O’Hearn is a communica- the official launch of the WNC Shakespeare Production grams that can teach useful coding will include special recognition of tions adviser who helps executives LEGO Club, where they will have skills. No registration is required but Patrick and Helaine Velderman, as craft corporate narratives that an opportunity to work with fellow space is limited and tablets will be founders of the Kimball Avenue His- frame meaningful content for inte- LEGO fans in building LEGO cre- To Be Staged In Cranford distributed on a first-come, first- toric District. grated communication campaigns. ations. For its initial event, WNC CRANFORD — The Hudson programs. The company is known served basis. Created to encourage the use of In terms of LinkedIn, Mr. will host a LEGO Building Com- Shakespeare Company will come for producing many lesser-known Additionally, the library’s after- established historic preservation stan- O’Hearn’s 5,155 connections in- petition. to Cranford for a performance of and lesser-performed works, “in school club is held every Monday and dards when enhancing or expanding clude some of LinkedIn’s most Membership is $10. Beginning William Shakespeare’s All’s Well order to expose audiences to all Wednesday through June 20, from local properties, the Devlin Commen- adept practitioners around the in September, regular meetings will That Ends Well, directed by Jon facets of Elizabethan and Jacobean 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., in the downstairs dation program is named for Harry world. His background includes be held on the third Saturday of the Ciccarelli, on Monday, July 30. A drama.” One of Shakespeare’s meeting room. Students in grades 5 Devlin, one of the founding judges writing, editing, research, social month. To sign up, visit court romance set in 18th-century “problem plays” (works not easily through 8 are invited to relax, social- and a prominent local artist and archi- media, photography/design and eventbrite.com/e/wnc-lego-club- France and Italy, the play features categorized as comedies or trag- ize, complete homework, play games, tectural historian. “next-gen” career trends. To con- tickets-46659863909. comic subplots, swordplay, seduc- edies), All’s Well That Ends Well have snacks and explore maker ac- For additional information on the tion and (perhaps) unrequited love. draws parallels between love and tivities with friends. awards program or seeking historic The production, which is sponsored war. For more information, visit designation of a property, visit by the Friends of the Cranford Pub- No registration is required for scotlib.org, e-mail westfieldnj.gov/historicpreservation. lic Library, will be performed in this free program. The Cranford [email protected], call (908) 322- the Cranford Community Center. Community Center is located at 5007, extension no. 204, or stop by Workshop to Address The Hudson Shakespeare Com- 220 Walnut Avenue and is acces- the library Reference Desk. pany has presented more than 100 sible to all. For more information The Scotch Plains Public Library Clutter Control productions since 1992, including about the Friends of the Cranford is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one CRANFORD — The Friends of the an annual Shakespeare festival, Public Library, visit block from Park Avenue in the center Cranford Public Library will present a modern theater and educational cranfordlibrary.org. of the township. workshop entitled “Conquer Clutter” on Tuesday, June 26, at 7:30 p.m., at the Cranford Community Center. Professional organizer Linda Anders, proprietor of COC Enter- prises LLC and a member of the Na- tional Association of Professional Organizers, will talk about how to deal with clutter around the home. Her program is designed to help individuals eliminate “paper piles” and find unused space. No registra- tion is required for this free program. The Cranford Community Center is located at 220 Walnut Avenue and is accessible to all. For more informa- tion about the Friends of the Cranford Public Library, go to cranfordlibrary.org and click on Friends of the Library. Blood Drive Is Set Sunday In Union AREA — New Jersey Blood Ser- vices, a division of New York Blood Center, has announced that a blood drive will take place this Sunday, GIRL SCOUT BRONZE...Holy Trinity School’s Girl Scout Troop No. 40713 was June 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will recently awarded the Girl Scout Bronze Award, the highest honor a Junior Girl be held at St. Michael’s Church, lo- Scout can earn. Troop No. 40713 divided into two groups to work on two separate cated at 1616 Kelly Street, Union. projects in their school community. One group created a Kid’s Guide to Holy The first 50 donors will receive a Trinity School, a resource to make new students feel more welcome and to learn free Union Theater movie pass. For all about the school from a kid’s perspective. The other group focused on Making Photo courtesy of Blossom Gao Recess More Fun by replenishing equipment, introducing arts and crafts, and MEMORIAL DAY AT THE PARK...A group of Westfield residents gathers at the Tamaques Park Barbecue Pavilion area more information or to make an ap- creating a booklet of new games and playground guidelines. The girls completed on the afternoon of Memorial Day. Many participated in the morning parade in downtown Westfield. It was a great time for pointment, call (800) 933-BLOOD or a Junior level Journey, including a take-action project, before exploring and families, friends and neighbors to commemorate, reflect, reconnect and relax. The weather turned out to be perfect for all visit tinyurl.com/UnionBloodDrives. selecting a Bronze Award community project on which each girl was required to the day’s activities. Walk-ins will be welcome. spend a minimum of 20 hours. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 7 Westfield Library to Feature Registration Underway For Flag Craft and Female Spies Summer Reading Program WESTFIELD — Two programs aid their country. SCOTCH PLAINS — Children, brary will include Tenafly Nature celebrating America will be pre- The Ladies of History is a labor teens and adults are invited to partici- Center: Rapp’n with Raptors; Bach 2 sented at the Westfield Memorial of love that grew out of Ms. pate in the Scotch Plains Public Rock with musician Linda Caryn Library in mid-June. Dupuy’s desire to study history, Library’s summer reading program. Rodgers; Sciencetellers: Wild West, First up, crafters will learn how wear the fashions of different eras Residents of Scotch Plains and and Bubble Shows. For information, to make a “shabby chic” American and bring history to life in a lively Fanwood can sign up online at visit scotlib.org/sppl/children/. flag on Tuesday, June 12, at 2 p.m.; and fun way. She has presented her scotlib.org and in person at the li- Teens entering grades 6 through 12 then on Wednesday, June 13, “Fe- programs to tea rooms, historical brary. Signup for children’s and teen earn raffle tickets for every five hours male Spies of World War II” will societies, libraries, bed and break- events requiring registration is typi- of reading, attending events and sub- be spotlighted at 7 p.m. The library fasts, book clubs, social clubs, cally offered one week in advance. mitting book reviews. They also get is located at 550 East Broad Street. church fundraisers and schools. Adult event signup can be done any small prizes for every 15 hours of The Shabby Chic American Flag These programs are open to time until programs are filled. reading. Teen activities will include a workshop is being held in prepara- Westfield Memorial Library and Parents of infants and pre-school Super Smash Bros. tournament, a tion for the upcoming patriotic holi- MURAL cardholders. MURAL children can pick up their youngsters’ Harry Potter Escape Room, a Music days and geared to anyone who cardholders belong to the 43 li- own copy of the library’s Wee Read- Trivia and Pizza Night, and weekly enjoys crafts, even if they cannot braries that are part of the HISTORIC VISIT...Joseph W. Cardinal Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, recently ers program game board. The game crafts like making slime, rock candy sew. Librarian Marge Barkan, a Middlesex Union Reciprocal visited and celebrated the Ascension of the Lord Mass at Union Catholic High works by children coloring a block and tie-dye T-shirts. For more infor- School in Scotch Plains. Among the commemorative gifts he received was a Union lifelong crafter, will teach the class. Agreement Libraries. Interested Catholic jacket. “I’ll wear it next time I go to the Vatican,’’ Cardinal Tobin joked whenever the child is read to for 15 mation, visit scotlib.org/sppl/teens/. She has been sharing her love of persons are advised to visit the as he held up the jacket. He is flanked by Philip Derisse and Janessa Mendoza, both minutes, attends a library program or There also will be fun for adults and crafting with friends, as well as Westfield Memorial Library of the Class of 2018. completes an early-learning activity, families with programs featuring fluo- developing and teaching classes for website, wmlnj.org, and click on earning prizes for every five blocks rescent minerals, gourmet salt, Bruce students and adults, for many years. the “About Us” tab to see if their and for game board completion. Springsteen’s lyrics, music trivia and Due to the hands-on nature of library is a MURAL participant. Cardinal Tobin Enjoys Visit Children entering kindergarten telescopes to view the night sky. Teens the craft class, registration is lim- To register for either or both pro- through fifth grade can set their own and adults can talk about what they are ited. Registration currently is avail- grams, visit wmlnj.org and click reading goals and stop by the library reading at Bagels & Books, get artistic able for Westfield resident on the Online Calendar, or call To Union Catholic in May up to four times until Friday, August when they Make a Mosaic and create cardholders and MURAL patrons. (908) 789-4090, option 0. SCOTCH PLAINS — One of the Tobin will go down as one of the 31, to report their minutes and re- Jewelry Projects (age 18 and older). “Female Spies of World War II” Westfield Memorial Library hours most historic and memorable mo- most memorable moments in ceive prizes. Upon reaching their read- Scotch Plains and Fanwood will be presented by The Ladies of are 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday ments in Union Catholic history school history. ing goals they will get a certificate of cardholders are invited to pick up an History. In this dramatic program, through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to 5 took place when Joseph W. Cardi- “In the remarkable history of completion and a raffle ticket to enter Adult Summer Reading Book Bingo Alisa Dupuy will play female spy p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 5 nal Tobin, C.Ss.R., D.D., the Arch- Union Catholic High School, there a drawing for prizes sponsored by the card. The summer reading program is mistress Vera Atkins and present p.m. on Sunday until June 17. The bishop of Newark, celebrated the have been milestone events that Friends of the Scotch Plains Public free to Scotch Plains and Fanwood the lives of other female spies who library will be closed on Sundays Ascension of the Lord Mass on the help define who we are, and today Library, Scoops, Scotch Plains Parks resident library cardholders and is risked it all in World War II. The beginning June 24. The library also morning of May 10 in the Scotch we are adding this extraordinary and Recreation Department and funded by the Friends of the Scotch women, who came from all walks will be closed tomorrow, Friday, June Plains high school’s gymnasium. occasion to that list,’’ she wrote in Branchburg Sports Complex. Plains Public Library. The library is of life, stepped into these roles to 8, for a Staff Education day. It was the first time ever that a a statement. Special kids’ activities at the li- located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. Cardinal had visited Union Catholic. “Union Catholic has been shaped During the very inspiring and by moments such as the laying of the Author Adam Gidwitz Due uplifting Mass, Cardinal Tobin cap- cornerstone in 1962, the first gradu- tivated the room with his personal ating class in 1966, the merger of touch and heartfelt stories as he Union Catholic Girls High School At Scotch Plains Library made an immediate connection and Union Catholic Boys High School SCOTCH PLAINS — The on a field trip, the intrepid Uchenna with everyone. in 1980, and the 50th anniversary of Scotch Plains Public Devereaux befriends nervous Elliot After Mass, Cardinal Tobin was the school in 2012. Today, we are Library has an- and the two join a se- taken on a tour of the school by blessed to celebrate a truly historic nounced that bestsell- cret group of adven- Union Catholic Student Ambassa- event as we welcome Joseph W. Car- ing and Newbery turers – The Unicorn dors and faculty members, which dinal Tobin, C.Ss.R., D.D., the Arch- Honor-winning author Rescue Society – began with a Refugee Camp Simu- bishop of Newark,’’ she continued. Adam Gidwitz will which protects and de- lation Activity in the gym entitled Cardinal Tobin was very impressed visit the library tomor- fends the world’s “Walk A Mile In My Shoes.’’ with his visit to Union Catholic. row, Friday, June 8, at mythical creatures. The presentation, under the di- “It’s always a joy to visit a school 3:30 p.m., to discuss Books will be avail- rection of moderators Elito Tanyag and to see the unique character of his newest book se- able for purchase with and Katie Schmidt, featured mem- each one,’’ said Cardinal Tobin. ries, “The Unicorn signing to follow. No bers of Union Catholic’s Students “Here, the multilingual welcome was Rescue Society.” registration is required For Human Dignity. a first. The particular experience of The first book, “The for this event; how- Principal Sister Percylee Hart, the JRC (Jesuit Refugee Camp) was Creature of the ever, books will be RSM, said the visit by Cardinal a wonderful experience. I’ve been to Pines,” which came sold and autographed a number of refugee camps, but I’ve out this April, intro- on a first-come, first- St. James Club Plans never seen the experience broken duces readers to Elliot served basis. For more down the way the students here did Courtesy Lauren Mancia Meisel Park Walk Eisner on his first day Adam Gidwitz information, call (908) it. And the students who explained it at a new school. While 322-5007, extension SPRINGFIELD — The Saint James did a great job.” the Apostle Church Nature and Hik- JUNE GARDEN...The Garden Club of Westfield has selected the garden of Drs. no. 209; e-mail [email protected], Susan and Jason Simon at 1019 Summit Avenue as its Garden of the Month for Readers Can Make or visit the library’s Children’s ing Club will meet this Saturday, June Holy Trinity Seniors June. Both gardeners, the Simons are assisted by their daughter, Sarah, and their Room. For more information about 9, at 2 p.m., for a slow and easy King Charles Spaniel, Mocha. Dr. Susan Simon’s brother sent her peonies and Notebooks at Library other upcoming activities, visit the “Meander around Meisel Park.” To Wind Up Season irises from Iowa, which she propagated so that her garden now has a profusion of SCOTCH PLAINS — The library website at scotlib.org. Participants will meet in the park- WESTFIELD — The Holy Trin- these flowers in a variety of brilliant colors. In addition, the Simons grow a Scotch Plains Public Library will The Scotch Plains Public Library ing lot of Jonathan Dayton High ity Senior Social Club will hold its selection of roses, giant hostas, day lilies, oriental lilies, Solomon’s Seal, pulmonaria, host an adult crafting workshop on is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, School, located at 139 Mountain Av- final meeting of the season and hydrangeas, mums and other perennials. There also is a cutting garden of Friday, June 15, at 10 a.m., entitled one block from Park Avenue in the enue, Springfield. The walk will con- luncheon on Monday, June 11, at wildflowers. Nominations for Garden of the Month are welcome. To nominate “‘The Great American Read’ Note- center of the township. tinue through the woods behind the 12:30 p.m. It will take place in the someone, contact Rosemary Shire at [email protected]. books.” school and around Meisel Park. Parish Center, located at 512 Participants can use the library’s Single Jewish Friends For more information, contact Bob Westfield Avenue, Westfield, adja- Library Art Exhibit to Feature bookbinding machine to make their Announce Luncheon or Joan Faszczewski either by phone cent to the Holy Trinity Roman own notebook in which to record at (973) 218-0046 up to 11 p.m. on Catholic Church. The club will Sandra Cerchio Students their thoughts on the various “Great AREA — The Circle of Single Jew- Friday, June 8, or by e-mail at begin its 2018-2019 meetings on American Read” titles. Space is ish Friends 50s-plus will hold a Meet [email protected]. September 10. SCOTCH PLAINS – This month, There will be an artists’ reception limited; registration is required. and Eat Luncheon on Sunday, June The club thanks all those who the public is invited to the Scotch which the public is welcome to at- For more information or to reg- 24, at noon. It will take place at Red Hypertension Clinic help throughout the year with pro- Plains Public Library to view the tend on Thursday, June 14, at 7 p.m. ister, visit scotlib.org, e-mail Lobster, located at 635 Highway 1 viding desserts for meetings and work of Sandra Cerchio’s young Registration is not required for the [email protected], call (908) South and Gill Lane, Iselin. To Be Held Tuesday performing various other tasks, adult students. reception. 322-5007, extension no. 204, or The cost is the price of a meal off SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- among them Terry Poplasky for Working in a variety of media, The Scotch Plains Public Library stop by the library Reference Desk. the menu and tip plus $3. To RSVP, ship nurse will be available at the contacting members to bring these the artists have created dozens of is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one The Scotch Plains Public Library contact Roberta at (908) 668-8450 or Scotch Plains Public Library for blood desserts; Phyllis Lisanti for setting works that will be on view in the block from Park Avenue, in the center is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. [email protected]. pressure checks on Tuesday, June 12, up and for decorations; Marie library gallery from June 14 to 22. of the township. from 10 a.m. to noon. No registration Sadoski for conducting the 50/50 is required. There will be no screen- and custodian Tom Saba for al- ings during July and August. ways being there to help. The Scotch Plains Public Library Additionally, the club thanks Fa- Westfield Pediatric is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one ther Alex Pinto for being its mod- block from Park Avenue in the center erator and all who have donated to of the township. the Food Pantry. Dental Group

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By ALEX LOWE Raiders proved to be a tough out, it was disappointing to lose, the girls Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times eliminating eighth-seeded Governor learned a lot from the game and real- The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Livingston in a first round match be- ized that Hunterdon Central was the School girls lacrosse team came of fore hooking up with fourth-seeded better team and if we want to get to age in 2018. The Raiders entered the New Providence in a classic contest that level as a team, they need to put season as a team on the rise and lived and dropping a 12-11 battle. in the hard work in the off-season to up to the billing by roaring out of the “One of our best games we played see changes.” gates to a 7-1 start. When all was said was against New Providence in the While the team will lose their lead- and done, the Raiders finished the county tournament,” said Weber. ‘In ers to graduation, Weber looks to the season with a 13-6 record and ad- our regular-season match-up we lost future with optimism. vanced to the quarterfinal rounds in to them by seven goals and then dur- “We are only graduating five se- both the county and state tournaments. ing our county game we lost to them niors, so we pretty much have most of The Raiders featured a mix of en- by a goal. From our regular-season our team back for next year. Our un- thusiastic, young players around a game to our county game, we made derclassmen are very strong and we core of talented, experienced seniors some adjustments and really stuck to bring in about 28 freshman next year. eager to turn the fortunes of the pro- our game plan. Even though we lost This is what we love to see as we are gram around in 2018. Under second- by one goal, it was back-and-forth all growing the program and with 28 year Head Coach Virginia Weber, the game and I cannot be more pleased incoming freshman we will also look Raiders made good on the promise by with the girls’ effort in every game to use them. “ posting wins instead of moral victo- especially this game. Another game One key returnee figures to be goal- David B. Corbin (May 3 files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times FLYING INTO THIRD...Cougar junior Erin Schwerdtfeger comes flying into third base as Blue Devil Rachel Rothenberg ries. that stands out to me was our North keeper Libby Daniskas. As a junior gets the forceout. Schwerdtfeger, who led the team with a .441 batting average, has been a terror on the base paths. “We had a strong senior class this Brunswick game. Senior Kelly this season, Daniskas posted an 11-5 year with a wealth of talent who helped Mehorter tied the game with 12 sec- record, while recording 100 saves. guide the way for our program this onds. Kelly got the ball off the draw Daniskas will look to lead a large DOLAN 136 “K’s”; SCHWERDTFEGER, GLUCK LED IN AVG year,” said Weber. “As a team we and went straight to goal and stuck it group of underclassmen hoping to Lady Cougars Made Sectional Semifinal; Finish Season 11-9

By DAVID B. CORBIN ters, walking 37 and allowing 95 hits always keeping her calm when the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times to finish 10-6 with a 2.25 ERA. going got tough.” A fine mix of experienced players “Brenna came up big for us this The Cougars had four talented with several talented underclassmen year with both her bat and her perfor- freshmen, two who were in the regu- made for an exciting season for the mance on the mound. She really fought lar starting lineup — shortstop Eliza- Cranford High School softball Cou- in some tough games against teams, beth McCaffery and first baseman/ gars, who advanced to the North Jer- such as, West Morris, Governor pitcher Morrigan Gardiner — and sey, Section 2, Group 3 semifinals Livingston and Westfield. two who saw a good amount of action and finished with an 11-9 record. The Reitzel, who played centerfield, had — Ava Manfra and Mia Markase. Lady Cougars had a number of im- 12 hits, including three doubles, seven “All of my seniors were assets to us pressive victories, as well as, several RBI, five runs scored, five walks and this year, but I cannot say I am not close setbacks. a stolen base. Senior leftfielder Julia excited about what I have staying After a somewhat slow start with a Lufano scored seven runs, walked with me. My freshman this year were 4-1 setback to Westfield and a 9-7 seven times and stole a base. With a pleasure to coach. Morrigan, Eliza- loss to Elizabeth, the Cougars came limited plate appearances, Senior beth, Mia and Ava all have great atti- into their own to beat Governor Grace O’Brien had three hits, which tudes which is half the battle. These Livingston, 6-1, in their first meeting included a home run, and added four girls were a coachable group that then beat then again, 6-2, later in the RBI. Senior Angelina Iosso had a would strive to get better everyday. season. The Cougars lost a tight one double and a single, scored twice and They never took anything for granted to AL Johnson, 4-2, and another to had two RBI. Senior Alex Pachkowski and worked in practice like someone eventual Union County Tournament scored twice and had an RBI. Senior was trying to take their position away (UCT) Champions Roselle Park, 3-2. Ryann Belliott had a hit in eight plate from them,” Coach West said. David B. Corbin (March 2018 preseason files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times They topped Westfield, 4-3, in a regu- appearances. As the leadoff hitter, McCaffery HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL SEASON...The SPF Raiders girls lacrosse team finished with a 13-6 record this season and lar-season game then lost to the Blue Senior third baseman Sarah Gluck led the team with 21 runs scored and advanced to the quarterfinal rounds of both the Union County Tournament and the state sectional tournament. Devils, 7-3, in the UCT quarterfinals. was second on the team in batting went 30-for-71 for a .423 BA, which The Cougars received the fourth with a .426 BA (26-for-58), which included four RBI, a triple, six walks relied on the seniors’ experience and in the back of the net. In overtime, build on the success of this year’s seed for the North Jersey, Section 2, included 19 runs scored, 15 RBI and and a stolen base. their ability to make plays in crucial again, Kelly Mehorter came up big team and positioning the lacrosse team Group 3 Tournament, beat West Mor- three home runs — tied for team lead “Liz had a stellar year at bat with situations. Our defensive unit was very with a ground ball run down behind to compete in the very tough Union ris Central, 3-2, then Ferris, 6-1, be- — six doubles and a team-leading one of the highest averages on the strong as well. They understand what the cage, and then she passed it to County girls’ lacrosse landscape. fore falling to No. 5 ranked Middletown eight stolen bases. team, doing exactly what I needed her to do as a unit and are able to shut Amber Bretz to score the game win- “In order to be able to compete with North, 5-1, in the semifinals. “Sarah has been a true leader on and to do as a leadoff batter,” Coach West down top attackers and limit goals ning goal. Incredible performance by tougher teams and go further in our “This season we had a fair mix of off the field. I am definitely going to said. against other teams.” Kelly Mehorter this game.” county tournament as well as the state upperclassmen and underclassmen. miss her being around, she is a team- Gardiner recorded a .333 BA (17- The Raiders depended on leader- The Raiders earned a fifth seed in tournament, it starts when they are While we graduate nine seniors. We mate the girls can rely on. She was very for-51) with seven RBI, five runs ship from an experienced midfield the NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, young players,” said Weber. “More have four freshman and three juniors successful and much more disciplined scored, two doubles and a triple. On crew that featured Amber Bretz (36 Group IV playoffs. Here though the girls in town need to start playing who all started for us at some point in at the plate this year and did a great job the mound, Gardiner in 12 innings, goals), Sabrina Di Lollo (45 goals, 13 Raiders ran into a buzz saw against lacrosse at a younger age. Also play- the season. I am going to miss my in the hot corner for us.” struck out 20, walked 11 and allowed assists) and Kelly Mehorter (26 goals). No. 4 seed Hunterdon Central, losing ing on a club team will also benefit upperclassmen a great deal. Some of Junior catcher Erin Schwerdtfeger 13 hits. Junior Bridget Dineen in 10 Each player brought something dif- 17-2. The decisive loss was a hard our program, as most of the top teams them, like Taylor [Reitzel] and Brenna was a terror on the base paths and was innings, recorded 10 strikeouts, ferent to the field with them. way to cap what had been a season of in the area have most if not all the girls [Dolan] have been with me since their on frequently, going 30-for-68 for a walked seven and allowed nine hits. “We are graduating five seniors this real progress but Weber is realistic on their team playing on a club team. freshman year,” Coach Head Coach team-leading .441 BA, which included Dineen also had three hits in 17 plate year,” said Weber. “Two of them will about where her team stands. The girls need to get their sticks in Heather West said. three home runs, a triple, five doubles, appearances. Manfra had a .294 BA go onto to play in college Kelly “We still have a lot of work to do, if their hands at a young age and work Dolan was not only the mound ace 15 RBI, 13 runs scored and two stolen (5-for-17) with a double, 10 runs Mehorter at Ithaca College and Am- we want to compete with the top teams on their fundamentals. Fundamentals but she came through with a formi- bases. scored, an RBI, two walks and two ber Bretz at Widener University. in our area. But at the same time we are key to lacrosse and one of the dable “metal stick” at the plate. She “Erin is truly transforming into a stolen bases. Markase was 11-for-28 Sabrina DiLollo was our top goal had a great year. After playing things I tell all my players is to get on finished 19-for-48 for a .396 batting great leader. I am excited to have her (.393 BA) with eight RBI, four runs scorer this season, so we will miss her Hunterdon Central, the girls realized a wall and constantly work on your average (BA) with two home runs, a with us for one more year behind the scored and two doubles. immensely next season. Seniors Erica how strong of a team they were and as stick work.” triple and two doubles. Dolan had 14 plate. Her confidence is something I “Morrigan stepped up at first base, Paprocki and Kerry Regan both made RBI and scored four times. On the wish I could instill in every player I at bat and her few performances on contributions when they were in the mound in 109 innings, Dolan recorded ever coach. Her poise helped her to the mound. I am looking forward to games. Not only will we will miss the Union County Senior 60+ 136 strikeouts, while hitting 16 bat- work extremely well with Brenna, what her and Bridget Dineen have in senior talent on the field, but also store for us next year on the mound.” their leadership off the field. This was Junior second baseman Jayna a special group of seniors, who brought Softball League Standings: Excel Athletics Mallon went 12-for-54 (.222 BA) with a lot of talent to our program this Joint Replacement, Physical Limitations, a double, three RBI, four runs scored season. Amber Bretz, Sabrina DiLollo 60+ A DIVISION: Avengers 12 Kilkenny House 11 and Kelly Mehorter were our three Middle Age Fitness, Senior Programming, Cardiac Rehabilitation, and two walks. 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Broad St. (Leader) 1819 East 2nd St. (Times) 441 Park Ave. (Leader/Times) 727 Central Ave. (Leader) Blue Devils, Raiders, Cougars Group 4, Group 3 Track Results: The Westfield High School and crossed fourth in the 800 with a time Grace Morgan knocked 20 seconds Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School of 1:54.01 and also finished seventh off their previous time to finish fourth boys & girls competed at the Group 4 in the 1,600 at a personal-best (PB) in the 4x800 with a time of 9:32.29. Track & Field Championships at 4:19.05. Blue Devil Matt Meusel fin- Katie Hamilton finished ninth in the Franklin High School in Somerset on ished 21st at 4:35.01. Blue Devil Jake 800 at 2:18.02 and 15th in the 1,600 June 1-2 and qualified several athletes Saltzer finished ninth in the 400 at at 5:12.89. Sarah Hacker finished 10th for the Meet of Champions (MOC) to 49.53 but qualified for the MOC. in the 3,200 at 11:24.7. Lauren Triarsi be held this Saturday, June 9, at North James McCutcheon, Cooper Brennan, finished 16th in the 100 hurdles at Burlington High School. The Cranford Meusel and Weigand finished 10th in 15.56 and Sam Stravach had a toss of Cougars competed in the Group 3 the 4x800 at 8:04.21. Brendan 101-4 in the javelin. Championships in Bayville and ad- Riccardi at 156-9 (PB) and Joe In Group 3, Cranford Cougar Josiah vanced a few athletes. The top-8 in SanGiacomo at 153-0 placed 12-13 Cadet took second in the 400 hurdles each event advance to the MOC. in the javelin. Bennie Buontempo with a time of 54.74 and Josh Cadet SPF Raiders Duben Agwu, Jacob placed 20th in the discus with a toss finished 19th in the 400 at 51.8. Cou- Leigh, Justin Sanders and Dwight of 127-10. gar Sasha Knapp placed sixth in the Laylor crossed second in the 4x100 For the Group 4 girls, Raiders Trin- long jump with a leap of 17-8.75 and with a time of 4.75. Leigh also fin- ity Hart, Imani Rivers, Kerri McNeely Cielo Tumbokum took 11th at 17- ished fifth in the 100 with a time of and Corinne Lyght finished third in 2.5. Tumbokum placed 13th in the 10.98 and Laylor finished 11th at the 4x100 at 48.09. Hart crossed fifth triple jump with a distance of 35-5.5. more photos at goleader.com 11.23. Leigh also finished ninth in the in the 100 at 12.54 and Lyght finished Hannah Capone placed 15th in the Ballyhoo Sports 200 with a time of 22.58. Raider Ben eighth at 12.57. Hart also placed fifth pole vault at 9-6. Summit Hilltopper Fleischer finished 12th in the 3,200 at in the long jump with a leap of 17- Icisys Sadler finished second in the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 9:45.5 and Blue Devil Will McGlynn 8.75, followed by Lyght at 17-8.5. 100 at 12.02 and third in the 100 DIVING FOR HOME PLATE...Blue Devil Chris Wagner dives for home plate as Raider catcher Mike Dieu watches the finished 17th at 9:57.69. Blue Devils Emma Jackler, hurdles at 14.23. The Summit girls action in the fifth inning of the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tournament in Westfield on May 29. Blue Devil Spencer Weigand Caroline Collins, Mia Melao and also took second in the 4x100 at 48.09. CAMINITI RUN SAVING GRAB, LERIE 2 RBI, DIEU 3 RBI

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By DAVID B. CORBIN outs and get some momentum for the The Raiders took a 2-1 lead in the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times team,” Caminiti said. fifth. Tyler Stines reached first on an Junior Andrew Caminiti made some “That was a big play! It was a really error, Josh Canavan (2-for-3) hopped spectacular plays from his shortstop athletic play, great reaction. He’s a a single to right and stole second then position to prevent runs and used his very good player in a great spot where Mike Dieu slashed a two-run single to bat effectively, along with Matt we were tying or taking a lead,” Raider right. McIntyre, Chris Wagner and Jake Head Coach Joe Higgins expressed. The Westfield fifth shifted the mo- Lerie, to harvest enough runs for the The Raiders pulled off a pair of mentum drastically. Jack Cifelli drew top-seeded Westfield High School great catches also. Gale executed a a leadoff walk and was replaced by baseball team to overcome fourth- diving forward snag in right field to Mike Charlton, who stole second then seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 6-4, rob Wagner of a hit in the first inning, sprinted to third when McIntyre was in the semifinal round of the North then in the second inning, Ramos walked setting up a first-and-third situ- Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Tourna- robbed Jake Vall-Llobera of a hit but ation. Raider Matt Kipp relieved start- ment at Bob Brewster, Sr. Field in the Blue Devils still managed to score ing pitcher Jake Friedman. McIntyre Westfield on May 29. the first run. After reaching first on a swiped second then Caminiti poked an The 16-11 Raiders did out-hit the bobble at third, Lerie’s very dirty uni- RBI single over second. 17-9 Blue Devils, 9-6, but Caminiti’s form revealed that he had no respect “McIntyre got on base and I think it two key defensive plays came in the for the dirt when he stole second then was Charlton [on third base]. I got a top of the fourth inning where the plowed into third base on Manning’s hit up the middle and it was great to Raiders had three hits but failed to get single and scored on Mike Knapp’s help this team win. We saw that kid a run across the plate. Until that time, sacrifice fly to right field. before [Kipp]. I knew he threw a little

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Blue Devil pitcher Mike Carlone had “I actually got on with an error. It slower on the outside, so I just tried to WILD THROW TO FIRST...Cubs runner Cooper Martino, No. 8, ducks and coach Ricardo Edwards takes notice as the retired the first nine Raiders that he was a well-placed ball. I beat it out at put it up the middle. Just wait back a throw from the pitcher sails out of the reach of Nationals first baseman Drew Pravlik in the third inning at Gumbert 2 Field. faced. Carlone pitched the first five first, stole second, got to third on little bit and get the ball going,” innings and to one batter in the sixth, Matt’s hit. I thought the popup that I Caminiti described. yielding three runs on six hits, while scored on was a little shallow but Wagner was next and rapped an EDWARDS BLASTS SOLO HOME RUN, ANDRETTA 2 RBI walking none and striking out seven. Brew [Coach Bob Brewster] trusted RBI single to right as Caminiti made That fourth inning began with Willy me the entire way. I wanted it,” Lerie it to third. Gale (2-for-4) pulling off a bunt single. recalled. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Jonny Ramos followed with a ground Cubs’ Big 4th Inning Downs single that hit the bag at third and bounced into leftfield. Gale headed for third but Caminiti recovered the ball and fired to Matt Manning at Nationals in Westfield Majors third to get the out. “It was hit toward Manning and I By DAVID B. CORBIN Lynch was the only National to get “That was fun to see. He was in a little yell ‘back up’. It kind of skipped off Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times on base in the top of the first inning slump so that helped him out quite a bit. the bag and bounced. He [Gale] went Kellen Edwards’ big blast ignited a and did manage to get as far as third Made his dad happy too,” Cubs Coach to third. I picked it up and threw it. It six-run fourth inning to separate the base. Alfano led off the Cubs’ first Ricardo Edwards expressed. was great to get the out there. Big out! fourth-seeded Cubs from a tight contest inning with a long double to leftfield Isser lined a single to center then First out of the inning. Helped Mike with the fifth-seeded Nationals in the and after a groundout to short for the sped to second on a groundout, get out of that inning,” Caminiti said. Westfield Youth League Majors play- first out, Edwards was hit-by-a-pitch Henderson took a fastball to the thigh After Carlone struck out the next offs held at Gumbert 2 Field in Westfield but Altobelli struck out the next batter putting runners on first and third, a batter, Sam Schetelich lined a single on May 31. Prior to the big inning, the and got Greenwood to ground out to situation that would occur several to left. Anthony DiNizo stepped to Cubs were clinging to a slim, 1-0, lead second for the third out. times in the inning and place the the plate and drilled a liner that ap- over the Nationals but turned up the Sewald walked, stole second and catcher in a nearly impossible situa- peared destined to fall into centerfield offense to emerge with a 9-0 victory and made it to third in the top of the second tion to try to get the runner stealing but Caminiti pulled off the circus catch a ticket to the semifinals. but was left stranded. Henderson second. of the afternoon for the third out. “Absolutely. Capitalizing on “That was just a reaction play to be that but I think the key was our honest. Mike [Carlone] was in a little defense. We made the plays we trouble, pitched fantastic the entire had to. We helped out the game. It was hit to my left. I made a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times pitcher,” Coach Edwards said. diving play. It was all out. It was great STEALING SECOND...Blue Devil Mike Charlton, No. 17, swipes second base as Andretta sizzled a two-run to help the team get out with those two Raider shortstop Sam Schetelich goes for the ball in the fifth inning. single between first and second, scoring Isser and Henderson, and Pietrewicz followed with an RBI single to right. Scheper walked and stole second then Pietrewicz COLDWELL BANKER scored on Park’s single to left. & With Scheper on third, Martino E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE hit a grounder that influenced the third baseman to throw home but Scheper beat the throw for the sixth run of the inning and a 7-0 lead. The Nationals tried to get something going in the fifth with a leadoff single to left by Mor- gan, who would also steal sec- ond. Garrett, who was on the mound at the time, got the next David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times batter to pop up to second then SAFE AT HOME...Cubs runner Kellen Edwards, No. 11, slides across the plate in the struck out the following batter. fifth inning before Nationals pitcher Evan Sewald can make a tag at Gumbert 2 Field. Esposito walked but Garrett struck out the next batter. All available players were allowed hooked a leadoff single over first in the Two more Cubs scored in the fifth. the opportunity to get an at-bat and to Cubs’ second inning but Altobelli got Barrett walked, stole second and play in the field. The Nationals con- the next three batters out. moved to third on Edward’s infield sisted of Brandon O’Connor, Michael After the Nationals went down 1-2- single. Greenwood walked and as the Lynch, AJ Altobelli, Drew Pravlik, 3 in the third, Martino, who reached ball escaped the catcher’s grasp, Kenny Morgan, Evan Sewald, Zach base on a throwing error, scored the Garrett came in to score. 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By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times As another steamy, long, hot sum- Semipro championship in Battle Creek, FOURTH PERFECT GAME mer approaches, an old man’s mind Mich.; future Scotch Plains coach and Mike Carlone and Trevor Hoffman wanders to those seemingly carefree athletic director Gene Schiller; future combined on a five-inning perfect summer days of the mid-1960s. Those Rutgers athletic director Fred game, the 22nd no-hitter in school his- were the days when most Sundays in- Gruninger; and many former WHS tory on May 21 when WHS beat East cluded a 9:30 a.m. Post 3 American greats including George and Chick Orange, 11-0, in the first round of the Legion game at Tamaques 2, followed Miller, Martin Burke, Mount Howarth, state tournament. Carlone went four by a quick pickup of a sub sandwich Red MacCloskey, and Al Pfeiffer. innings and Hoffman one in a mercy- from Charlie’s Italian Deli (or Duke’s), (The Vanneri Construction team in rule game. and a ‘container’ in a brown bag from 1954 included Westfield Athletic Hall It was the fourth perfect game in the Glenview Manor (now Charlie of Fame member Bob List on the school history, the other three being: Brown’s) before settling into a seat mound, and NBA Hall of Famer Hubie Greg Freisen’s five-inning gem against down the first-base line for the 1 p.m. Union County Baseball League double- header featuring the Westfield Mer- chants. Post 3 was usually good, mostly WHS kids and the crazy fan, Frenchy, yelling “Gimme a little rock and roll.” But the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Merchants, coached by the late, great CRAWLING BACK TO FIRST...Dodger Brady Trajkovski knocks the ball out of Pirates first baseman Toby Zippler’s glove when he scrambles back to first to avoid being tagged out in the first inning at Gumbert 2 Field. Robert Turner, were who got my atten- tion. He would cruise into Tamaques in his black Cadillac. Most Sundays he would just manage and coach third base but he sometimes inserted himself Dodgers Nip Pirates in Majors Baseball Semis into the lineup. Either way, it always CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 seemed a better way to spend my money – tossing a dollar bill and some pocket nings and to three batters in the third A big three-run inning in the third fourth and all three in the fifth. In the change into the hat when Turner’s kids, when he was relieved by Hyland, who gave the Dodgers a 4-1 lead. Halloran meantime, Toal got his second hit of Monte and Buzzy, came around to col- pitched no-hit, shutout ball for the beat out a 12-foot tapper and looped to the game and Ives walked but both lect money for the umpires and equip- remainder of the game, while walk- second when the catcher overthrew first. were left stranded in the fifth inning. ment – rather than spend a small for- ing only one batter. McMahill walked. Bracco relieved Shinners retired all three Dodgers tune to go watch the Mets or Yankees. “The pitching did a great job. We Cestaro, who went out to right field. in the sixth and the Pirates came to the Mostly it was just the nostalgic fun didn’t hit a ton. Julian [Montez] and Then with runners on second-and-third, plate for one last chance to steal the of watching the WHS athletes – with Tommy [Hyland], the combination, Toal added his second RBI with a victory. Healy’s leadoff grounder to some out-of-towners from Cranford, they just threw strikes,” Dodgers groundout to short. Ives followed with short was mishandled. He stole sec- Scotch Plains and other towns – come Coach John Toal commented. a hard RBI single to right and Trajkovski ond then attempted to steal third but a home from college and play together The Westfield Merchants were champions of the Union County Baseball League Cestaro pitched the first two in- zipped an RBI single over first and throw from Toal, the catcher, was on in 1964. Front row (from left): Richie Faggins, Rich Rubenstein, Rich Barnett, Joe again at beautiful Tamaques Park. It DiFabio, Ken Stith, manager Robert Turner; middle row: batboy Monte Turner, nings and to a pair of batters in the tried to stretch it to a double but was the mark to Halloran for the first out. made the Vietnam War, the civil rights Bill Dunkel, Charley Widmer, Ron Rubenstein, Dwight Winn, Thomas Ball, third for the Pirates when Bracco gunned down by Cestaro for the second “The nice play we kind of read a movement, the assassinations of JFK, batboy Buzzy Turner; back row: Pete Love, Rob Schram, Ron Wolff, Greg Chlan, relieved with no one out and pitched out. A grounder back to the mound little bit. We knew they were going to MLK and RFK (June 5, 1968!) and all Don Tokash. until he was relieved by Shinners ended in the third out. go and we barely caught them. It was the other chaos of that era a bit more with two outs in the fifth. Pirate co-coach Leo White, notic- close.” commented Coach Toal. bearable. And in those turbulent mid- Brown behind the plate.) Shabazz in 1998; Evan Shapiro against The Dodgers struck early with two ing that Montez appeared to be tiring The second batter grounded out to 1960s, the Merchants were winning The Hawks, who won Union County Summit in 2007; and six different pitch- runs in the top of the first inning. on the mound, instructed his batters to second and the final batter launched a the UCL every year and advancing to League titles in 1946 and 1949, dis- ers – Brad DeMartino, Quinn Dursee Leadoff batter McMahill reached first be very selective in the bottom of the long fly out to centerfield. the now long-defunct Tournament of banded after the 1958 season. But, led (two innings), Jack Bunting, Ben base and sped to second on a throw- third and it paid off with a three-run McMahill scored two of the Dodg- Champions over Labor Day weekend by player/manager Turner, the Westfield Herbster, Chris Hogge and Jake ing error. After stealing third, he rally. Sica and Healy drew walks. Both ers’ runs, Toal had two hits, two RBI in Bridgeton. Bombers joined the UCL in 1961. They Wasserman – against Oratory in 2013. scored on Toal’s chopping RBI single runners advanced on a failed pickoff and a run scored, Ives had an RBI The Merchants were the latest (and, featured ex-WHS players Sonny The first recorded no-hitter by a WHS deep into the hole at shortstop. attempt. Sica scored when Zippler’s single, scored once and walked once sadly, the last) in a long line of semipro/ Peterson, Boopie Diaz, Pete Love, pitcher was in 1910, when Dudley Trajkovski also drew a walk and Toal chopper was bobbled by the shortstop. and Trajkovski had the booming RBI amateur baseball teams in Westfield, Frank Novello and a former Cranford Green beat Roselle. eventually advanced to third then Healy scored on another failed pickoff single and walked once. going back to the late 19th century, Clippers third baseman named Norm SECTIONAL TITLES when Charles Codding’s clubs played Koury. The baseball team knocked off de- scored on a wild pitch. The Pirates attempt then Zippler scored on a simi- “He’s a good solid player that Sean. at Drake’s Park, located on Park Street, The team changed its name to the fending state Group 4 champion attempted to answer in the bottom of lar situation to make the score 5-4. Brady! Brady hits the ball all the between Boulevard and Summit Ave. Merchants in 1962, adding local leg- Millburn, 4-2, last Friday to capture the inning when Shinners drilled a Hyland relieved Montez, got the next time. He’s a big part of our lineup. From a drawing of the field, it had a ends George Webster, Stanzel, Richie the North 2 Group 4 title; they were two-out double to leftfield but Montez batter to pop up to short and after He’s crushed it all year,” said Coach pretty short right field fence (Summit Faggins, Leo Brown, Dwight Winn and to play Ridgewood in Tuesday’s state got the next batter to fly out to right walking Shinners, struck out the next Toal, who added, “We got a lot of Ave.), while left field was enormous! Chuck Getter. Group 4 semifinals. It was the fifth field. two batters. good players who came around and By 1903 Drake’s Park had been re- Turner’s best teams were 1963-64- sectional title in program history, and After Cestaro put the Dodgers down “The coaches on the other team, I did well. They won a big one barely placed by houses, but the Westfield 65; they won three straight UCL regu- fourth under 36-year coach Bob in order, the Pirates scored once in the love the way they coach. Nice and but we will take it Colts played their games at Recreation lar-season titles, and UCL playoff titles Brewster. The others came in 1949, second and it began with Coyle’s hop- aggressive. They take every base you Next the Dodgers would face the Park, the grandstand located near the in 1964 and ’66. 1988, 2011 and 2013. ping single to leftfield. A ball in the give them and make you make the Cubs, who defeated the Astros, in a site of Lincoln School at Gary Kehler The ’64 squad featured a pitching Earlier this spring, the boys tennis dirt and a wild pitch allowed Coyle to plays,” Coach Toal said. best of three championship series. Stadium. The Colts beat rival St. Mary staff of Joe DiFabio (Cranford, St. Louis and girls lacrosse teams captured sec- scamper to third then Cruz’s Montez hacked a two-out single in “We get to play the Cubs. That’s so often that the Plainfield coach in Cardinals draftee), Greg Chlan (Rider, tional crowns. For tennis it was the groundout to second allowed Coyle the fourth inning, stole second and who we want,” Coach Toal said. 1903 brought in some ringers to beat K.C. Royals draftee), Jim Smith (North 29th; for the girls it was the first ever. to score. Later in the inning Cestaro third but the third out came when Dodgers 203 000 5 the locals – Hall of Fame pitcher Eddie Carolina), Burke (East Carolina), IN PASSING tapped a two-out single and Korr fol- Zippler, playing first base, snagged a Pirates 013 000 4 Plank and his Philadelphia Athletics Howarth, Bill Dunkel and Pete Love. Grover Connell passed away on lowed with a walk but Montez got sizzling liner off the bat of Carlucci. May 17 a month after he turned 100. Willard to ground out to first base. Hyland retired all three Pirates in the His wife Pat died at age 100 in No- WF’s Clancy to Play vember. Grover became the presi- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE In All-Star Game dent of Connell Rice and Sugar Co. TOWN OF WESTFIELD on Prospect Street, which he and his WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Westfield resident, Tom Clancy, a freshman at Newark Academy in children – Ted, Terry and Toni – built GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2105 into world’s largest rice trader, even- Livingston, has been selected to play tually branching out into other areas AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2073 EN- in the upcoming Quad County Under- TITLED “AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF and becoming the Connell Corpora- WESTFIELD CHAPTER 2, “ADMINISTRATION,” ARTICLE II, TOWN OF- classmen All-Star Games at Kean tion in Watchung. After moving to FICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, PERSONNEL POSITIONS AND University on June 10. In the second town in the ’50s, he was deeply in- SALARY SCHEDULE,” SEC. 2-12.28, “SCHEDULE.” game of the doubleheader (following A drawing of the baseball field at Recreation Park, circa 1903, that appeared in volved in youth sports. He was also a the Union County Standard newspaper. BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of Westfield in the County of Union as follows: Union against Hudson), the Essex major backer of the Westfield Ath- SECTION I. team will square off against battery mate Ossie Schreck. On Satur- They won their first two games at the letic Hall of Fame from its inception That the Code of the Town of Westfield be and is hereby amended by revising Section Middlesex. The 6-0, 190 lb right day, Oct. 10, they beat Red Waller and TOC but, with many players having in 1993. 2-12.28, “Schedule,” in Chapter 2, “Administration” Article II, “Town Officers and Employ- ees,” Division 3, “Personnel Positions and Salary Schedule,” so that the same shall read hander played in the Westfield Base- the Colts, 3-0. returned to college, dropped the next Novelist Philip Roth passed on May as follows: ball League for many years. Tom also Two weeks later, on Oct. 24, Hall of two. 22 at age 85. Among his classics were JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE plays alongside several other Fame manager John McGraw brought The ’66 squad had a mound corps of Goodbye Columbus, Portnoy’s Com- Municipal Defender $13,938 - $16,594 Westfield players for Jersey Boyz his barnstorming New York Giants to Burke, Chlan, Doug Ross (Cranford, plaint, Our Gang, The Great Ameri- Municipal Prosecutor $29,957 - $35,665 Baseball, a club team based in Recreation Field and posted a 10-4 California Angels draftee), Don Ander- can Novel, American Pastoral, I Mar- Library Assistant I $31,312 - $38,674 Middlesex. victory. Hall of Famer Christy son, Chuck Ostrowsky (Hillside, Rider) ried a Communist, The Human Stain, Custodian $38,590 - $43,576 Mathewson’s battery mate that day was and Frank Tokash. Again, a short- and The Plot Against America. Senior Custodian $39,530 - $46,952 PUBLIC NOTICE Library Assistant II $42,345 - $48,022 Jack Warner, who caught for Westfield handed team went 1-2 at the TOC. ON THIS DATE Office Manager $45,953 - $53,678 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS a decade earlier before turning profes- Turner coached the Merchants 1986: The boys lacrosse team cap- Deputy Town Clerk $46,174 - $58,021 PLANNING BOARD sional. through the summer of 1974 – current tured its first state championship with a Municipal Magistrate $52,963 - $62,984 PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION The Westfield Hawks came into ex- WHS baseball coach Bob Brewster 12-6 victory over Bridgewater-Raritan Administrative Secretary $56,545 - $67,370 HEARING PARKER GARDENS istence around 1928 and over the years was on the team in 1969 and ’70. A East. Rob Schmalz had three goals and Aquatics Supervisor $56,922 - $68,307 REDEVELOPMENT STUDY AREA Payroll Benefits Manager $61,427 - $73,939 included guys like Westfield Athletic couple of former WHS standouts– two assists. Engineering Inspector/Field Engineer $65,123 - $75,981 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Plan- Hall of Famers Bob Torborg, Frank Bobby Flynn (1975) and Kurt Stiefken AROUND THIS DATE Parking Services Director $65,694 - $76,137 ning Board of the Township of Scotch Ketcham, Jack Reydel, Bobby (1976-84) – kept the Merchants alive June 5, 1968: Robert F. Kennedy Assistant Director of Recreation $66,520 - $76,643 Plains (the “Planning Board”) will hold a Dougherty, Sam Mitchell, Rudy Stanzel for another successful decade. was assassinated in Los Angeles, for- Electrical Inspector $68,219 - $78,922 public hearing on Monday, June 25, 2018 and Dave Townley; Heisman Trophy But by then softball was all the rage ever changing the course of Ameri- Assistant Library Director $68,750 - $79,412 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss and determine Zoning Officer $70,409 - $81,969 whether the 5 parcels forming the Parker winner Larry Kelley; Holy Trinity leg- and the Merchants (like the Colts and can history. (I spent the next day in a Librarian $66,961 - $83,221 Gardens Redevelopment Study Area (the end Jack Gillespie; Walt ‘Diz’ Koneski, Hawks before them) quietly disap- bar outside Quonset Point, R.I., play- Municipal Court Administrator $71,209 - $83,865 “Study Area”) identified as Block 12001, who led Linden to the 1939 National peared into the history books. ing Otis Redding’s “The Dock of the Executive Assistant $72,053 - $83,934 Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, and 24 should be deter- Bay” on the jukebox for hours.) Tax Collector $73,522 - $84,291 mined to be “an area in need of redevelop- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE June 6, 1992: Chris Campbell, a Supervisor Public Works $75,800 - $84,870 ment” under the Local Redevelopment and Tax Assessor $81,998 - $96,349 Housing Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1 et seq. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD state champion at 168 pounds for Assistant Director of Public Works $83,514 - $96,041 (the “LHRL”). This public hearing will be WHS in 1973, beat Dan Chaid, 3-0 NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, Town Surveyor $84,505 - $98,460 held in the Council Chambers in Town and 1-0, to earn a spot on the U.S. ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS Assistant Town Engineer $86,901 - $99,936 Hall, located at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Olympic Team at 198 pounds. He Recreation Director $86,932 - $100,632 Plains, New Jersey. Public notice is hereby given that I, Colleen M. Huehn, Collector of Taxes of the Borough earned a bronze medal in Barcelona, Town Clerk $89,208 - $102,824 By Resolution No. 2018-38, adopted on of Fanwood, County of Union will sell at public auction on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 in the Town Planner $96,729 - $110,921 January 16, 2018, the Township Council of Mayor and Council chambers at the Borough Municipal Building, 75 North Martine Spain. Library Director $95,847 - $111,720 the Township of Scotch Plains directed the Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the morning or at such later time and June 8, 1968: First-year coach Dick Construction Official $98,591 - $116,982 Planning Board to conduct a preliminary place to which said sale may be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land Zimmer’s WHS baseball team beat Director of Public Works $99,702 - $115,372 investigation in order to determine whether assessed to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective Union, 2-1, in the Union County Tour- Deputy Fire Chief $121,435 - $136,027 the 5 parcels forming the Study Area (as parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal liens chargeable against said nament final. Bob Brewster’s sixth- Town Engineer $123,885 - $141,102 referenced above) qualify as an “area in lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 26th Chief Financial Officer $126,513 - $151,858 need of redevelopment”. day of June 2018. inning single scored Pat McCabe with Fire Chief $137,629 - $158,272 Please note that a Planning Board de- Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of the winning run. Frank Tokash Police Chief $143,665 - $164,215 termination that the Study Area is an “area municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, pitched all nine innings to earn the Town Administrator $158,215 - $184,710 in need of redevelopment” shall not autho- together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest win. rize the Township of Scotch Plains to exer- rate of interest bid, not to exceed 18%. Payment for said parcels shall be made prior to SECTION II. cise the power of eminent domain to ac- the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order or other PUBLIC NOTICE The Personnel and Position Salary Schedule set forth in Sec. 2-12.28 as hereby quire any property within the Study Area. method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties amended shall take place as of January 1, 2018. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS At the public hearing, the Planning Board for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Borough of SECTION III. PLANNING BOARD will hear testimony regarding whether or Fanwood at an interest rate of 18%. Any or all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict, or inconsistent, with any part of the not the properties within the Study Area, or At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with TAKE NOTICE, that on Monday, May terms of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are in such conflict or any part thereof, qualify as “an area in interest and costs. Payments must be in the form of cash, certified check or money order. 14, 2018, the Planning Board of the Town- inconsistent. need of redevelopment”, and will hear all Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act ship of Scotch Plains, Union County, New SECTION IV. others who are interested in or who are (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et Jersey, approved the application of 2590 In the event that any section, part or provision of this ordinance shall be held to be affected by a determination that the prop- seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.) In addition, the Rt. 22, LLC for property located at 2586 unconstitutional or invalid by any court, such holdings shall not affect the validity of this erties within the Study Area are an “area in municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser and 2590 Route 22, Block 4703, Lots 1 and ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof, other than the part so held unconstitutional or need of redevelopment”. Upon completion who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the site. 2 for preliminary and final site plan ap- invalid. of the preliminary investigation, the Plan- In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the proval and associated site upgrades with SECTION V. ning Board shall provide its recommenda- Tax Collector should be notified immediately. any bulk variance or waiver relief after This ordinance shall take effect after passage and publication as soon as, and in the tions to the Township Council. The lands to be sold are described in accordance with the last tax duplicate as follows: proposing to merge the existing lots and manner provided by law. A preliminary investigation report (in- demolish some of the existing structures NOTICE BLK LOT OWNER NAME PROPERTY LOCATION TOTAL cluding maps which depict the Study Area) while renovating the single story structure 24 9.01 FELA, DEBRA 167 Pleasant Avenue 13,674.11 The foregoing ordinance was introduced at a Regular Meeting of the Town Council of which was prepared by Katherine O’Kane, on the lots for appliance sales, showroom 28 5 HERRMANN, JOHN ET ALL 168 Midway Avenue 12,558.48 the Town of Westfield held on June 5, 2018 and was read for the first time. This ordinance PP, AICP, of Harbor Consultants, Inc. is and inventory storage. The Resolution 48 18 J A M ENHANCEMENT LLC 54 Stewart Place 7,974.42 will be further considered for final passage by said Town Council at the Westfield available for public inspection during regu- memorializing said approval was duly pre- 49 15 CHRISTIANA TRUST TR 353 Terrill Road 752.45 Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey lar business hours at the office of the sented and adopted by the Planning Board 56 16 QUALIFIED FLIPS 71 La Grande Avenue 8,398.70 07090 at a meeting beginning at 8:00 PM on June 19, 2018 or at any time and place to Township Clerk within the Municipal Hall at its regularly scheduled meeting on May 71 20 KLUCKAS, LUCILLE C 14 Rainier Road 11,706.08 which such meeting may be adjourned. All persons interested will be given the opportu- located at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, 30, 2018. A copy of said Resolution has 78 24 WHITE, MATTHEW D 493 Terrill Road 5,792.82 nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. Copies of this ordinance are available at the New Jersey. been filed in the office of the Planning 86 4 MILEWITS, MARTIN M 71 Second Street 819.84 Office of the Town Clerk, Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, Jeffrey B. Lehrer, Esq. Board and/or the office of the Municipal 121 1 MINDO, JEFFREY A & CYNTHIA 56 Trenton Avenue 412.97 New Jersey 07090. Redevelopment Counsel for Clerk and is available for public inspection. Tara Rowley, RMC Township of Scotch Plains Colleen M. Huehn Shannon Rapant Town Clerk 2 T - 6/7/18 Collector of Taxes Land Use Secretary 1 T - 6/7/18, The Leader Fee: $138.72 & 6/14/18, The Times Fee: $103.02 4 T - 5/31, 6/07, 6/14, 6/21/18, The Times Fee: $301.92 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $22.95 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 13 Mudturtle Mania Action at Unami Park:

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING TO THE BASE FIRST FOR THE PUTOUT...Blue Devil first baseman Chris Wagner, No. 23, with pitcher Cory Hiltz closing in, fields a ground ball and gets to first for the putout before Miller Oren Abbott gets to it in the second inning of the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Championship at Bob Brewster, Sr. Field in Westfield on June 1.

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MUDTURTLE MANIA AT UNAMI...The Union County Mudturtle Rugby Football Youth Club hosted the inaugural Mudturtle Middle School Rugby Classic at Unami Park in Garwood on June 3. Six U14 and five U12 teams from Connecticut, New York and New Jersey competed for the Chancellors Cup. This was the first of its kind tournament for middle school Blue Devils Pass Millers, 4-2, for Section Crown rugby in the Garden State that included food, a visit from the new Major League Rugby Club from New York and a lot of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 great rugby action. In the end, Morris Youth Rugby Club won the U12 division and Fairfield Rugby Club (CT) hoisted the charged with three runs on four hits, pitching held us in the game but we Serruto’s single to deep left-center, Chancellors Cup in the U14 division. The first-place trophy was presented by Paul Harbaugh to Fairfield. while walking one, hitting a batter just couldn’t do enough against him. and another in the third when Brochin and striking out one. Chrzanowski He was terrific!” singled and later scored on a throwing allowed one run on five hits, while “Today I threw my usual, my fastball error. More damage could have been walking none and striking out one. keeping it inside for the most part, done in the third inning but Vall-Llobera more photos at goleader.com Hiltz (8-0) yielded three hits in the slider and curveball. They started to picked off Matt Knowles, who had a first three innings and then from that hit me in the beginning of the game. I leadoff double, at second. Ballyhoo Sports point nothing. Although he struck out was able to settle down and my team- The Blue Devils manufactured their only four batters, Hiltz’s command of mates made plays for me. Huge plays first run in the bottom of the third. the strike zone yielded no walks and a actually that helped us win this game,” Jack Cifelli was hit-by-a-pitch, Stevie low pitch count. Hiltz pointed out. Barden walked and Matt McIntyre “I think it was like 80 something, “Cory wasn’t his best but he was loaded the bases with a bunt single. 85. My coach is big on walks. They pitching today, which is what I like. He Andrew Caminiti (1-for-2) launched hate walks. They believe that is the really learned how to pitch today. an RBI sacrifice fly to right field. reason why most teams score. We There’s something about him and he The lead shifted in Westfield’s fa- practice on it day in, day out and our just did a great job. I don’t think he vor in the fourth inning. Jake Lerie pitching coach helps us with that,” walked anybody. They were hitting his hacked a leadoff single over the Hiltz said. pitch and on our field with lots of middle and Matt Manning (2-for-3, Millburn Head Coach Brian room, fly balls. We had two hit over 2 runs) did the same. Mike Knapp (2- Chapman had nothing but praise for our heads but other than that, we caught for-3) chopped an RBI single past Hiltz. “I think that Cory was the dif- everything,” Coach Brewster said. first then Manning scored when ference. We had seen him a number of Hiltz appeared to be comfortable Cifelli’s grounder to short provoked times over the last couple of years. on the mound working with Jake Vall- a throwing error on an attempted We knew what he was going to do but Llobera behind the plate. double play. being able to execute against it is a “We have been playing together The Blue Devils scored an insur- totally different story. He hit his spots. since we were little kids. He is one of ance run in the sixth. Manning slapped He threw a lot of different pitches for my best friends too, so that helps with a single past second and Knapp fol- strikes. It’s very hard when the other that connection right there,” Hiltz said. lowed with a single up the middle. pitcher is not giving you a lot of The 18-9 Blue Devils’ bats con- Both runners advanced on Cifelli’s opportunities. We made a mistake or nected at the right time too but not groundout to short then Matt two but I don’t know how many runs before the 19-9 Millers scored a run in Barmakian tapped a squibbling in- we were getting off him today. He was the first when Justin Brochin reached field single as Manning scored. the difference. For the most part, our base on an error then scored on Pete CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 COLDWELL BANKER& E XPERIENCE, TRUST, RELIABILITY S ERVICE COLDWELL BANKER

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50+ A DIVISION: Jankowski had two hits each for TEAM W L Cranford. Deegan Roofing 8 0 Deegan Roofing 14, JoeMax 3 Joe Maz Telecom 5 3 John Garced (3-for-3), Scott Linwood Inn 3 4 Phenomenal Boyz 2 5 Mugele (3b, HR) and Ricky McMahon (2 hits, 3-run HR) led 50+ B DIVISION: Deegan. Mike McKenna and Steve TEAM W L Tansey (2 hits each), John Segledi (3- Roselle American Legion 8 0 Contact Lens & Vision 5 2 run HR) led Telecom. Cranford VFW 4 4 Roselle Legion 14, Contact 13 Riverside Inn 4 4 Bob Glassman, Bill Buteau and Advanced Financial 3 4 Harry Streep sparked the winning Garwood Metal 3 5 rally. Hector Munoz and Ed Kushner 50+ C DIVISION: (RBI hits), Harold Zayas and Gene TEAM W L Antonucci (tying and winning hits). David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Linda’s Driftwood Bar 4 3 pitcher Rich Vella, and Dave Wayman COMING INTO THIRD...Blue Devil Jake Lerie slips into third base in the second AJ Jersey 3 6 HR) led the Legion. Tim Walsh and inning as Raider Tyler Stines observes the action at Brewster, Sr. Field. Bad Brains 1 6 Conair 0 7 Peter Byer (3 hits, HR each) led CLV. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times AJ Jersey 24, Linda’s Inn 2 9 WINNING PITCHER...Blue Devil pitcher Cory Hiltz prepares to make his pitch Linwood Inn 19, AJ Jersey 6 Dave Rizzo (5-for-5), Greg against a Millburn Miller batter in the North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Cham- Glenn Anderson (4-for-4), Steve Blue Devils Reject Raiders pionship at Bob Brewster, Sr. Field in Westfield on June 1. Hobson, Joe Killburg, Al Dente, Mike Lerner, Brian Latham, Jack Helfrich, Blancato and Dave Handelman (4 Rich Johns and Shawn Smith (3 hits hits each) led AJ. In Baseball Semifinals, 6-4 each) led Linwood. Howard Greco (3 Cranford VFW 9, Riverside Inn 7 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Blue Devils Pass Millers, 4-2, RBI 2b) and Kevin Price with 3 hits Reliever Mark McGlynn hurled 4 each led AJ. innings of one-run ball. Bob Ghiretti, “First couple of at-bats to be hon- got the next two batters to pop up. Riverside Inn 12, Bad Brains 7 Jerry Veglia and Carl Gamba (3 hits est, I felt a little mentally off, so I just “We needed some breaks and we got For Section Baseball Crown John McClung (3 hits, 3 RBI, HR), each), Nick Pace (solid infield de- made sure I was relaxed up there on a couple in the last inning to put us in CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Paul Newton and Paul McClung (2 fense) led Cranford. John Llano (3 my third one, swing at the pitches, position to get back into it. Our kids’ RBI each) led Riverside. Ramon hits), Tom Wolansky and John nothing out of the strike zone and I got at-bats got better as the game went on. The majority of the Blue Devils’ ance run in the sixth, Knapp made a Martinez (3 hits, HR), Ken Zeidner a single in the hole,” Wagner ex- They were really battling. It’s a tough hits went up the middle. good one-handed backhand stab for McClung (2 RBI apiece) led River- (3 RBI, HR), and Jose Cortes (3B), side. plained. way to end,” Coach Higgins said. “I really just saw fastballs. I no- an out in the Millburn sixth inning. Mike Ju and Adam Buchsbaum (all Wagner stole second putting run- Dieu finished with three RBI. ticed the second kid got really tired, After the play, Lerie was yelling from Advanced 21, Garwood Metal 7 with 2 hits), and Vinnie Cordaro (HR) Tom Breen (3 hits, 4 RBI), Al ners on second and third, so Vall- “Mike swung the bat well today. so I capitalized off that. We heard right field, “Two hands, Two hands!” led BB. Llobera was intentionally walked, He’s been clutch all year. He’s driven they had a pretty good middle infield “That’s because Brew always gets Feigenbaum and Jerry Isolda (3 hits, Deegan 20, Phenomenal Boyz 16 3 RBI), Bruce Crawford, Dave bringing Lerie to the plate and he in a lot of runs for us this year. You but we took the challenge a little bit on me with one hand,” Knapp ex- Nick Russo, Marty Bernstein and made then pay with a two-run single could tell he was feeling pretty good and hit it hard up through the middle plained. Grandmaison, Chris Jones and Neil Steve Barba had perfect nights. David Granstrand (3 hits, 2 RBI each) led to left. in there today,” Coach Higgins said. and we beat them,” Manning said. Coach Brewster also had much re- Hankerson (HR) and Jimmy Jimenez “This is the second time this year “We knew this year that our under- “I was trying to put the bat on the spect for the Millburn program. Advanced. Ron Kulik (2 triples), (3 hits each), and Ron Freeman, Roy Carey Durrett (3 RBI), Greg Hartnett, that I got up in a big spot and the classmen were going to have to be big ball. That’s all I try to do. I don’t try “They have been one of the elite Melvin, Clarence Allen and James person in front of me has been inten- for the team. You look at Cam and to hit it out of the park. Yes, right up teams the last five years around the Bill McCormack and Dave Lloyd (2 Bean (2 hits each) led the Boyz. hits apiece) led Garwood. tionally walked. I take a lot of disre- McIntyre, they just did unreal things. the middle. I kept my head down and state. They won two Group 4 champi- JoeMax 20, Garwood Metal 9 spect to that in that situation. All in my You’ve seen Michael pitch today. We luckily it got through,” Knapp added. onships. They always play great com- Advanced 16, Conair 6 Leftfielder Pat Nigro made 7 spec- John Rachko (4-for-4, 3 RBI), Chris head I am thinking a lot that I am are getting contributions from every- Several of the Blue Devils have petition. They have to play Seton Hall tacular plays including 2 diving going to get a hit here and there’s body. Hopefully we get it all again on nicknames and in Manning’s case his twice, and Nutley twice and Jones and Neil Granstrand (each 3- catches. Ron Kulik (4 hits), Ray for-3, 3 RBI), Dave Grandmaison (3 nothing he can put past me. I felt Friday, so we get to play a couple teammates chanted “Rat” but for a Livingston twice. That’s a tough DiMaggio (3 hiuts) and centerfielder good,” Lerie explained. more,” Lerie said. particular reason. schedule. We played a lot of good hits), Jerry Isolda (3 RBI) led Ad- Don Montefusco (spectacular plays) vanced. The Blue Devils extended their lead The Blue Devil seniors would play “At times like ‘Gym Rats’ when I teams too, so I knew we had the led the Metal Makers. to 6-2 with a run in the sixth. Ben their final home game when they go to the gym. I had the nickname like ability to score a few runs and we Roselle AL 22, Riverside Inn 3 Contact 14, Advanced Financial 12 Hector Munoz (grand slam), pitcher Cappiello was hit-by-a-pitch, stole hosted second-seeded Millburn on eighth grade. It’s been sticking with did,” Coach Brewster said. Brian Dayton, Timmy Walsh, Peter second and scored on McIntyre’s June 1 for the Championship. me,” Manning explained. A few weeks earlier, the Blue Dev- Harry Streep (2 hits), Joe Ciampi, Ed Byer and Kerry Gelb (2 hits each), Kushner, Jim McCullough and Jeff single to right. “It’s going to be an unreal feeling. Just before the Blue Devils’ insur- ils came close to adding another Union Anthony Miccio (2H, double), Allen But the Blue Devils needed the We are lucky to be here. We played County Tournament title but another Baier led Roselle. Dennis Maluchnik Gross, Scott Cohen, Jeff Balish and (3 hits) and Rich Polonitza (2 RBI) cushion because the Raiders were not great all season. We deserve to be PUBLIC NOTICE superb team, Governor Livingston, Dave Rothenberg (2 hits apiece) and finished when they stepped to the here,” Wagner expressed. had other ideas. But the loss just led Riverside. TOWN OF WESTFIELD pitcher Steve Carlton led Contact. Deegan 24, Bad Brains 7 plate in the seventh. Stines singled to “The hardest thing at this point of BOARD OF EDUCATION seemed to be motivation. Dave Grandmaison (2 HRs, 5 RBI), right and Corey Hiltz relieved Carlone the year is you want to keep winning “GL is a good team and they went Pitcher Doug Fischer, Joe DiFabio NOTICE TO BIDDERS Al Feigenbaum and Vic Trindade (3 hits, 2b, 3b, 6 RBI), and Farlan on the mound. Canavan dinked a so you can keep coaching these guys. The School Business Administrator/ down in the sectional semifinals, so for (each 4-for-4) led Advanced. single over third. Both advanced on a That’s the toughest part. It’s a nice us to win a sectional title against an- Alusik, Ricky McMahon, Mike Board Secretary of the Westfield Board of Linda’s Driftwood 2 15, Conair 0 Juchnik, Scott Mugele and Tom wild pitch then Dieu’s groundout to group of guys. I am going to miss the Education, in the County of Union, State of other good team in a good conference Eddie Ingram (2b, 3b, HR) and second brought home Stines. Pat seniors,” Coach Higgins concluded. New Jersey, by authority of said Board, shows that we are a pretty good team Baldowski (3 hits each). Joe Kenny solicits sealed bids for pupil transporta- Willie Shumate (HR) led the Bar- and Ramon Martinez (2 hits each) led Downey slapped an RBI single past Sc Pl-Fanwood 000 020 2 4 tion. Bids to be received at the Business and we are competing,” Manning said. men. first then Gale singled to left. Hiltz Westfield 010 041 x 6 “It’s awesome. Best feeling! Best Bad Brains. Office of the Westfield Board of Education, Roselle AL 16, Cranford VFW 2 JoeMax 15, Linwood Inn 14 located at 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New feeling,” Knapp expressed. “We won Bill Buteau and Jeff Baier (HRs), FC Premier Soccer Wins Memorial Day Tourney Jersey 07090, up to 2:00 pm on Thursday, it [UCT] last year and now this, this JoeMax, John Segledi (2-for-2, 2 June 21, 2018. Pat Mooney, Bill Dugan, Ed Kushner, BB, 3-run HR), David Eckert (3-for- The Union County FC Premier Forest 14U boys soccer team, coached by year. Championship caliber team.” Gene Antonucci and Jim McCullough Dan Severn, won its third straight Memorial Day Soccer Tournament this STUDENT TRANSPORTATION “I definitely think that the county 3), Mike McKenna and Nick SERVICES (with offense), Harold Zayas and Ed Mennona (perfect at plate) led time in Philadelphia. Last year the team won the 13U tournament outside FOR SCHOOL RELATED ACTIVITIES game after losing that, knowing it’s Rodriguez (with solid defense) led Boston, Mass. and in 2016, the team won near Baltimore, Md. our senior year, that we don’t go out JoeMax. Steve Lerner (4-for-4), Joe 2018/2019 SCHOOL YEAR Roselle. John Fiore and Bill Sarica (3-for-4), Mac Kowaleski (3- Specifications and full information may on a losing streak. Ever since that we started battling. The past two state PUBLIC NOTICE for-3), Brian Latham, Mike DiRienzo, be obtained upon application at the Busi- Jack Helfrich, Jim Sydlo and Joe ness Office of the Westfield Board of Edu- games we came from behind. That BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Menza (2 hits each), Slope Rzewuski cation, located at 302 Elm Street, Westfield, just shows how much we battled right PLANNING BOARD New Jersey 07090. (HR, 4 RBI) led Linwood. All bids must be submitted on a bid form there. We are ready for the next Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- round,” Hiltz said. Garwood 20, Cranford VFW 12 which will be furnished upon application at NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF Greg Hartnett and Jose Jiminez (4 the Office of the Westfield Board of Educa- Next on the schedule would be a FANWOOD, after public hearing on April tion. Bids which are not submitted on such showdown with Ridgewood on June 25, 2018 granted approval to Mr. & Mrs. hits apiece), Ron Kulik, Carey Durrett form may be rejected. 5 in the Group 4 semifinal round. David Duncan for coverage and setback and Moe Fernandez (3 hits each) led Bidders are required to comply with the variances related to the construction of an Garwood. For Cranford, pitcher Bill requirements of P.L. 1975, c.127 (N.J.A.C. Millburn 101 000 0 2 expanded kitchen, for property at 201 Hinkle was supported with 3 hits by 17:27). Affirmative Action. Westfield 001 201 x 4 Marian Avenue, Fanwood, being Block 86 The Board of Education reserves the and Lot 10. Carl Gamba. right to reject any or all bids. Westfield went on to knock off Documents pertaining to this application Linda’s 2 21, AJ Jersey 15 By order of the Westfield Board of Edu- Ridgewood, 4-2. Mike Carlone are available for public inspection at Bor- Bob Pells (4 doubles, single) and cation ough Hall during normal business hours. Efrain Soto (4 hits) sparked Linda’s. Dana Sullivan tossed a 4-hitter in six innings Mr & Mrs. David Duncan School Business Administrator and Matt McIntyre blasted a solo 201 Marian Avenue For AJ, Mike Rosenberg, Chuck Board Secretary home run. Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 Serafin and Paul Scheuermann had 3 1 T - 6/7/18, The Leader Fee: $33.66 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $16.83 hits each. FC PREMIER FOREST...Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Peter Bennett, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Dan Nigro, Benedetto Skirde, Daniel Riccardi, David Schuster, Andrew Lopes, Charlie Iannuzzi, Michael Blake and Matt Lynch; back row; John Philippakos, TOWN OF WESTFIELD fumes, odors, or other nuisance factors detectable to the human senses outside the lot JasonTrivisonno, Matias Arbelaez, Isaac Tu, Ryan Friedberg, Conor Daly, Tyler WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY on which the short-term rental is conducted. Both the owner or lessee of a short-term Coco, Oli Kruczkowski, Evan Tompkins and Coach Dan Severn. rental property and the short-term renters shall comply with all ordinances of the Town of GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2106 Westfield including, but not limited to those ordinances regulating noise and nuisance AN ORDINANCE SUPPLEMENTING AND AMENDING CHAPTER 9 (BUSI- conduct. Failure of short-term renters to comply with all such ordinances shall subject the NESS AND OCCUPATIONS GENERALLY) OF THE TOWN CODE OF THE short-term renters and the owner or lessee of such short-term rental property to the St. Bart’s Softball League TOWN OF WESTFIELD TO ENACT A NEW SECTION REGULATING AND issuance of fines and/or penalties, as set forth in Sub-Section Q below. ESTABLISHING CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR SHORT-TERM RENT- H. Short-term rentals shall be limited to a maximum of sixty (60) days per year, except ALS IN THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD. in the Central Business District. Opens 40th Season of Action I. Up to two (2) bedrooms may be rented to guests. Occupancy shall be limited to two Whereas, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-62, the New Jersey State Legislature has (2) guests per bedroom or four (4) total guests, whichever is less. Notwithstanding this ST. BART’S STANDINGS: Riepe, John Dietch, Mike Abram, vested municipalities with the authority to adopt and amend zoning ordinances; and provision, an owner of a home may rent out their entire home, consistent with the John Greenblatt, McEvoy, Jack Whereas, the Town of Westfield (the “Town”) has adopted zoning ordinances setting requirements of this ordinance. TEAM W L T Pct forth permitted and prohibited uses in residential zones throughout the Town; and J. Only one party of guests shall be permitted per short-term rental unit. St. Anthony 2 1 1 .625 Kennedy, and Cody Brown had multi- Whereas, the Town desires to curtail the use of single-family detached houses as K. For all short-term rentals, there shall be an in-town property manager available at all St. Michael 2 1 1 .625 hit games for St Anthony. Pat boarding homes in all residential districts, while at the same time allowing for the short- times if the owner or operator is out of town during the time of rental. St. Francis 2 1 1 .625 St. Sebastian 2 1 1 .625 MacDonnell, Wells Pikaart, Rich term rental of private residences to visitors in such a way so as to ensure that such rental L. The owner of a short-term rental property shall post the following information in a Pitonzo, and Mike DiFabrizio sup- use does not create adverse impacts to residential neighborhoods due to excessive prominent location within the short-term rental unit: St. George 2 2 0 .500 traffic, noise, and density; and 1. Owner name; if owner is an entity, the name of a principal in the entity, and St. Vincent 2 2 0 .500 plied the offense for St Sebastian. Whereas, it is in the public interest that short-term rental uses be regulated in order to phone number for the owner (individual); St. Wolfgang 2 2 0 .500 St. Joseph 10, St. Francis 20 help preserve long-term housing and to minimize any potential deleterious effects of 2. The name and phone number of the in-town property manager, should the St. Joseph 0 4 0 .000 Joe Oporto was an RBI machine, short-term rental properties on other properties in the surrounding neighborhoods in owner or operator be out of town during the time of rental; St. Sebastian 19, St. Joseph 13 driving in six on three hits, leading St which they are located; and 3. The phone numbers for the Town’s Police Department, the Town’s Fire Whereas, the Mayor and Town Council find that there is a substantial interest in Department, the Town’s Code Enforcement Officer; St Joseph rapped 20 hits & 13 runs Francis past St Joseph. St Francis furthering the public health, safety and welfare by controlling density, by protecting the 4. The maximum number of parking spaces available onsite; but still lost. James Richey and Pat scored 9 in the third inning, led by an residential character of areas designated for residential use, by implementing its Master 5. Trash and recycling pick-up day, and all applicable rules and regulations McDonnell each tripled for Sebastian. Oporto triple and singles by Colum Plan in promoting home ownership and providing appropriate housing stock to meet the regarding trash disposal and recycling; Richey, MacDonnell, Harry Semple, Keough, Louis Messano, Joe Lobrace needs of the Town and its residents, by establishing and enforcing minimum life safety 6. A copy of this ordinance; and standards, and by preserving the housing market located within the Town. 7. Notification that a short-term renter may be cited or fined by the Town for Bryan Munoz, Wells Pikaart, Mike and Ben Lobrace. Roger Billotto, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Mayor and Council of the Town of violations of, and in accordance with, any applicable ordinance(s) of the Town. DiFabrizio and Nate Mangiris had Messano, Mike Markowycz, and Westfield: M. Use of the short-term rentals for commercial or social events shall be prohibited. multiple hits for St Sebastian. Allan Frank Samuelian also had multiple A new Section, Section 9-18. “Short-Term Rentals; Licensing,” is added to the Land Use N. No short-term rental shall be for a period of more than 30 days, except in the Central Betau homered and Gus Alvarez went hits for St Francis. St Joseph scored Ordinance of the Town of Westfield, as follows: Business District Zone. 9-18. Short-term Rentals; Licensing O. No short-term rental shall be permitted in any condominium or townhome, where the 4-for-4 to lead St Joseph. four in the seventh, on RBI by Josh A. The purpose of this section 9-18 is to curtail the use of single-family detached houses condominium association by-laws or master deed, or condominium rules and regulations, St. Michael 9, St. Anthony 9 Bettinger, Karl Grossmann, Russ as boarding homes in all residential districts, while at the same time allowing for the short- do not permit such short-term rental of condominium units in the development. St Mike’s Rob Stratton tripled in Voorhees, and Charlie Klein. term rental of private residences to visitors in such a way so as to ensure that such rental P. In no event shall a short-term rental property be rented to anyone younger than 21 Nam Jun-Joe, erasing St Anthony’s St. George 13, St. Michael 10 use does not create adverse impacts to residential neighborhoods due to excessive years of age. The primary occupant of all short-term rentals executing the agreement traffic, noise, and density. between the owner and the occupant must be over the age of 21, and must be the party lead in the sixth inning of a 40-hit St George snagged a late lead, de- B. As used in this section, the term “short-term rental” shall mean the rental for who will actually occupy the property during the term of the short-term rental. The primary slugfest. Bob “CheeseWhiz” feating St Michael. Mike compensation of a dwelling, or portion of a dwelling, for the purpose of overnight lodging occupant may have guests under the age of 21 who will share and occupy the property Cihanowyz, Harold Hopler, Chris Cunningham’s 3B (2RBI) opened the for a period of not less than one night and not more than 30 consecutive days, other than with them. Both the primary occupant executing the short-term rental agreement and the Paterek, Stratton, and Joe had three George scoring in the first inning. ongoing month-to-month tenancy granted to the same renter for the same unit as their owner of the short-term rental property shall be responsible for compliance with this primary residence. This definition shall not include hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts provision, and shall both be liable for a violation, where the property is not occupied by hits each for St Michael. Bob Camisa, Tied at seven in the fifth, Jeff Fried- inns. at least one adult over the age of 21, during the term of the short-term rental. Joe McEvoy, Mike Surburg, Steve lander knocked in the go-ahead run, C. The person offering a dwelling unit for short-term rental use must be the owner or Q. Any violation of this section may subject a violator to any remedy, legal or equitable, Burton, John Greenblatt, John Dietch, and the Georgies never looked back. lessee of the residence in which the short-term rental activity occurs. Short-term rental available to the Town. Remedies may specifically include revocation of the short-term and Bruce Logan led the offense for Paul Bifani and Rob “Derek” Zerafa activity may not occur in any accessory building located on the same premises as the rental privilege as permitted under this ordinance. residence. R. If any part of this ordinance is declared unconstitutional or illegal by any court of St Anthony each had three hits to lead St George. D. No person offering a dwelling unit for short-term rental use shall be required to obtain competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. St. Francis 12, St. Vincent 4 St Michael put up a five spot in the any license for such use unless such person offers more than five (5) separate dwelling S. Nothing in this section is intended to impair or affect the rights granted to senior St Francis Skipper Ben Lobrace set third with RBI by Pete Chemidlin, units for short-term rental use in the Town. Any person offering more than five (5) separate citizens under N.J.S.A. 40:55D-68.4. the pace, singling home Joe Oporto. Chris Paterek, Bob Cihanowyz, and dwelling units for short-term rental use in the Town must: T. This ordinance shall take effect upon final passage and publication in accordance 1. Obtain a license from the Town Clerk to offer each dwelling unit for short-term with law. St Francis posted 8 runs in the second Geoff Dickstein rental. The applicant for such license shall submit to the Town Clerk an application in a NOTICE on singles by Tom Litterio, Mike St. Vincent 6, St. Wolfgang 4 form to be determined by the Clerk, along with a non-refundable application/registration The foregoing ordinance was introduced at a Regular Meeting of the Town Council of Markowycz, Frank Samuelian, and St Wolfgang stayed in it until the fee of $500.00. Said license shall be valid for a period of one year from the date of the Town of Westfield held on June 5, 2018 and was read for the first time. This ordinance Dan Margolis, Kevin Coupe’s triple end, but St Vincent pulled away for issuance, unless the short-term rental property changes ownership, at which time such will be further considered for final passage by said Town Council at the Westfield license shall automatically expire. The Town shall have discretion to accept and reject and Oporto’s double. Steve Pirella, the victory. Tied 3-3 in the sixth St Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey such licenses. Floyd Roberts, and Francis Vecchione Vincent’s Steven Pirella chased home 07090 at a meeting beginning at 8:00 PM on June 19, 2018 or at any time and place to 2. Ensure that the short-term rental use is clearly incidental to the principal which such meeting may be adjourned. All persons interested will be given the opportu- powered St Vincent. the go-ahead run. St Vincent racked residential uses permitted in the zone where each such dwelling unit is located. nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. Copies of this ordinance are available at the St. Anthony 15, St. Sebastian 8 up 13 hits, with Francis Vecchione, E. There shall be no sign identifying the short-term rental use, and there shall be no Office of the Town Clerk, Westfield Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, identification of such short-term rental use upon any mailbox. St Anthony plated 6 in the third, Matt Hall, John DeLuca and Floyd New Jersey 07090. F. The short-term rental use shall be conducted in a manner that does not materially driven Steve Burton’s HR and singles Roberts each having multiple hit Tara Rowley, RMC disrupt or adversely affect the residential character of the neighborhood. Town Clerk by Bob Camisa, Bruce Logan, and games. Jonathan Villegas went 3-for- G. No equipment or process shall be used in such short-term rental which creates glare, 1 T - 6/7/18, The Leader Fee: $221.34 Joe McEvoy. Jay Semple, Gerardo 3 at the plate to lead St Wolfgang. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, June 7, 2018 Page 15 WESTFIELD nial Avenue near Buchanan Street for a Saturday, May 26, James M. Cypher, seatbelt violation. Conte was processed 63, of Oakland was arrested and charged and provided with a Municipal Court with driving while intoxicated (DWI) appearance date. Additionally, he was CLASSIFIEDS pursuant to a motor vehicle investiga- issued motor vehicle summonses for TOWN WIDE YARD SALE GARAGE SALE tion in the area of 425 East Broad Street. of East South and Windsor Avenues. located inside the vehicle. She was pro- driving with a suspended license and He was escorted to police headquarters, Colon also was found to have an active cessed and provided with a state Supe- failure to wear a seatbelt and careless The Borough of Garwood will hold Sat., June 9, 9-12 where he was processed and held until outstanding no-bail Union County rior Court appearance date. Addition- driving. its 22nd Annual Town Wide Yard 530 Alden Ave., Westfield sober. Sheriff’s Office NCIC warrant. He was ally, she was issued motor vehicle sum- FANWOOD Saturday, May 26, Matthew J. Sale on Saturday & Sunday, (off Mountain Ave. transported to police headquarters, where monses for a view obstruction and Wednesday, May 30, Maurice Dean, June 9th & June 10th, between by Miller Cory) Misiuk, 29, of Kenilworth was ar- he was processed and held awaiting possession of a CDS in a motor vehicle. 49, of Trenton was arrested and rested on an outstanding traffic war- charged with driving while intoxicated 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. To partici- Sports, toys, furniture, clothing, pickup by Union County Sheriff’s Of- Friday, June 1, Paul Discepolo, 25, of pate, you must register at Borough housewares rant out of Westfield Municipal Court, fice personnel. Garwood was arrested and charged with (DWI) after police traveling on Mid- in the amount of $1,000, pursuant to way Avenue near Glenwood Road ob- Hall by June 7th, in person or by Monday, May 28, a resident of the possession of a hypodermic syringe af- calling (908) 789-0710 or email MOVING SALE!!! a prisoner pickup at the Kearny Po- 400 block of Colonial Avenue reported ter police stopped a 2017 Chevrolet on served a motor vehicle stopped in traf- lice Department. He was transported being the victim of a motor vehicle bur- North Avenue East at John Street for fic on Midway Avenue. Police ap- [email protected]. For the Westfield Moving Sale to Westfield police headquarters, glary and a theft. According to the vic- failure to maintain their lane. Discepolo, proached the vehicle and found the shoppers, a list of participating 513 Woodland Avenue where he was processed and held in tim, between May 27 and May 28, one or a passenger in the vehicle, was pro- driver asleep behind the wheel. After households will be available at Fri. 6/8 & Sat. 6/7 lieu of bail. more unknown suspects entered his ve- cessed and provided with a Municipal several attempts to wake the driver up Borough Hall on the morning of Beautiful Home, Fine Designer Sunday, May 27, Don V. Edwards, hicle and removed a bag containing nu- Court appearance date. Additionally, the he finally woke up. Police asked the the yard sale. Furnishings & Decor, Custom 52, of Plainfield was arrested and merous documents and miscellaneous driver was issued a motor vehicle sum- driver for his credentials and while Sofa, Loveseat, Secretary, Dr. charged with DWI pursuant to a traffic items. mons for failure to keep right. waiting could detect a strong odor of EDISON MOVING SALE stop in the area of the 600 block of alcohol coming from inside the ve- Room Set, 2 Queen Bedroom CRANFORD Friday, June 1, Lamar Spencer, 36, 9 Jenna Lane Sets, Rugs, Country French Dining West South Avenue. He was trans- Sunday, May 13, David Tenbroeck, of East Orange was arrested and hicle. The driver was asked to exit the ported to police headquarters, where vehicle for some field sobriety tests Fri 6/8 & Sat 6/9 Table, Chairs, Bench, Lamps, 36, of Cranford was arrested and charged with possession of less than 10am to 3pm, Must See!!! Mirrors, Desks, Linens, Window he was processed and released to a charged with possession of a controlled 50 grams of suspected marijuana and which he was unable to complete. Dean responsible adult. was placed under arrest, processed and Dining Table w/6 Chairs, Sofas, Treatments, Books, Kitchen, dangerous substance and possession possession of paraphernalia. The ar- Lamps, Coffee Table, Queen Bed, Sunday, May 27, a business located of drug paraphernalia. Tenbroeck was rest was the result of a motor vehicle charged with numerous motor vehicle Household, Wrought Iron Patio on the 200 block of Central Avenue was arrested after police units were dis- stop of a 2016 Hyundai on North Av- violations including DWI and refusal Armoires, Dressers, Chaise, Art- Set, Trek Bikes, Garden reported to have been burglarized. One patched to a residence on the 100 block enue East near Elizabeth Avenue for a to submit a breath test. The driver was work, Silver Plate, China, Glass, Accessories, Women's Designer or more unknown suspects gained entry of Besler Avenue for a welfare check. seatbelt violation. Spencer, a passen- released to a responsible person pend- Light Fixtures, Shelves, Ladies Handbags, Sports Equip., Golf through a rear door, which was reported Following an investigation on scene, ger in the vehicle, was processed and ing his court appearance. Clothes, Shoes, Bags, Costume Clubs + Garage & So Much More!!! to be locked. Once access was made, the Jewelry, Books, Kitchen Ware, Tenbroeck was arrested and charged provided with a Municipal Court ap- PUBLIC NOTICE Visit suspect or suspects appeared to have with suspected cocaine and parapher- pearance date. Additionally, the driver Patio Furniture, Garden Tools, rummaged through areas of the busi- nalia located in his home. He was pro- was issued motor vehicle summonses TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Bike, And Much More!!! For More www:griffinestateandtagsales.com ness. At the time of the report, employ- cessed and released pending a state for riding on parts not intended, fail- Photos & Info (908) 447-3044 ees stated that nothing appeared to have NOTICE OF SOLICITATION FOR Info & Pics: DovetailsUSA.com Superior Court date. ure to wear a seatbelt and having an COMPETITVE CONTRACTING been taken. The burglary appears to have PART-TIME NANNY NEEDED NOTARY SIGNING AGENT Thursday, May 24, Jullian Ferguson, unregistered vehicle. Notice is hereby given that the TOWN- occurred between 4:45 p.m. on May 26 22, of Irvington was arrested and charged Saturday, June 2, Tyler Bailey, 21, of Become a mobile notary signing and 7:30 a.m. on May 27. SHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, in the County Part-time nanny needed for with possession of less than 50 grams of Summit was arrested and charged with of Union and State of New Jersey seeks to Sunday, May 27, pursuant to another summer and possibly longer for agent. Flexible hours, unlimited suspected marijuana and possession of possession of a controlled dangerous engage firms to fill the following: Police Off call for service, it was discovered that an 6-mo old baby in Westfield. Solid income, learn from mentors that drug paraphernalia. The arrest was the substance (CDS), possession of para- Duty Management System. The contract will show you how to become an attempted burglary occurred at a busi- will be awarded through the provisions of references required. Call if result of a motor vehicle stop of a 2007 phernalia and possession of a hypoder- independent contractor. June 21st, ness located on the 200 block of East Honda on Centennial Avenue near mic syringe. The arrest was the result of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq., and N.J.S.A. interested. (201) 424-4916 North Avenue. One or more unknown 19:44A-20.4 et seq. at 7:30 pm, Westfield Knights of Raritan Road for not signaling a turn. a motor vehicle stop of a 2013 Mazda on OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT Columbus, (next door to Charlie suspects attempted to gain access through Ferguson was processed and provided South Avenue East near Lincoln Avenue POLICE OFF-DUTY a rear door but were unsuccessful. with a Municipal Court appearance date. East for a cracked windshield. Follow- MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 608 Sherwood Pkwy, 2nd flr, Brown's) 2400 North Ave, Sunday, May 27, a resident of the 700 Additionally, he was issued motor ve- ing an investigation at the scene, Bailey, Copies of the specifications may be Mtnside. Private office / Shared Westfield, NJ. $50.00 per seat. block of Fairacres Avenue reported ille- hicle summonses for driving with a sus- the driver, was arrested and charged downloaded from the Township’s website To register, email: gal dumping in the area of South Chest- Lobby / Storage / Kitchenette. pended license, having an unregistered with suspected heroin and a hypodermic at www.scotchplainsnj.com Lots of light with 3 windows. Ample [email protected] nut Street and Fourth Avenue. The sus- vehicle and possession of a controlled syringe located on his person. He was Proposals must be received by the Town- or call (908) 500-5958 with your pect reportedly dumped numerous trash ship Clerk no later than 10:00 A.M. pre- parking. Next to Post Office, dangerous substance in a motor vehicle. processed and provided with a state vailing time on June 27, 2018 at 430 Park bank, shops. $750/mth incl. name and cell number. bags into a dumpster without authoriza- Thursday, May 24, Rafael Batista, 52, Superior Court appearance date. Addi- tion to do so. Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 utils. Available Immediately. No walk ins please. of Edison was arrested and charged with tionally, he was issued motor vehicle Please note: No proposals will be Sunday, May 27, police arrested Marc Call (908) 233-7900/Bob. driving while intoxicated (DWI) after he summonses for an obstructed view, not accepted after the due date and time POLISH CLEANING LADY Raynor, 30, of Roselle Park on an out- was involved in a motor vehicle acci- having a valid driver’s license in his noted. standing Union County Sheriff’s Office dent at Centennial Avenue and Raritan possession and for possession of a CDS Each envelope must be clearly marked LEADER/TIMES “Great work, Free estimates” no-bail NCIC (National Crime Informa- POLICE OFF-DUTY MANAGEMENT References Available. Road. Batista was processed and re- in a motor vehicle. SYSTEM. Forward Proposals to the tion Center) warrant pursuant to a motor leased to a responsible adult. He was Saturday, June 2, Paul Conte, 57, of If you need a hardworking vehicle stop in the area of Sycamore TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, At- CLASSIFIED ADS PAY provided with a municipal court appear- Cranford was arrested and charged with tention: Bozena Lacina, Municipal Clerk, person with great experience to Street and Irving Avenue. He was trans- ance date. Additionally, Batista was is- driving while intoxicated (DWI) after 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New clean your house or apartment ported to police headquarters, where he sued a motor vehicle summons for de- police stopped a 2000 Buick on Centen- Jersey 07076. PUBLIC NOTICE Call Agnes (908) 787-3003 was processed and later transported to Alexander Mirabella laying traffic related to the crash. PUBLIC NOTICE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD the Union County jail. Township Manager UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Sunday, May 27, Shaquan Kyle- Bozena Lacina Monday, May 28, Christopher Colon, BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Knight, 19, of East Orange was arrested Township Clerk BOND ORDINANCE Lehigh Gives 18, of Elizabeth was arrested and charged NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF and charged with possession of less than 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $31.62 STATEMENTS AND SUMMARIES with possession of less than 50 grams of ORDINANCE 18-07-R 50 grams of marijuana and possession ORDINANCE 18-04-S Leadership Award a controlled dangerous substance pur- of drug paraphernalia after police AND PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE suant to a motor vehicle stop in the area The bond ordinance, the summary terms BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The James J. stopped a 2018 Honda on Centennial An ordinance was introduced by the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Duane, III, Student Life Leadership Avenue near Raritan Road for a seatbelt Mayor and Council of the Borough of of which are included herein, has been SHERIFF’S SALE Fanwood on June 4, 2018. Copies of this PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN finally adopted by the Borough of Fanwood, Award is given to seniors in recogni- violation. Kyle-Knight, a passenger in ordinance can be obtained without cost in that the following Ordinance was passed in the County of Union, State of New Jer- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-18001692 the vehicle, was processed and provided tion of extraordinary performance as SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY the Clerk’s Office, at the Fanwood Bor- on first reading by the Township Council of sey on June 4, 2018 and the 20 day period a student leader at Lehigh University. CHANCERY DIVISION with a Municipal Court appearance date. ough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, the Township of Scotch Plains, County of of limitation within which a suit, action or UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. F-046272-14 Additionally, the driver was issued mo- Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours Union, New Jersey on the 6th of June proceeding questioning the validity of such This year’s recipients are: Alyssa Plaintiff: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ tor vehicle summonses for a seatbelt of 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. 2018, and that said Ordinance will be con- ordinance can be commenced, as pro- Riporti and Emma Strong of Scotch B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY This Ordinance creates a Municipal Open sidered for final adoption at a meeting of vided in the Local Bond Law, has begun to VS. violation and for driving with a sus- Plains. Defendant: JOHN A. FUSCO AND UNITED pended license. Space, Recreation, Floodplain Protection, the said Township Council to be held in the run from the date of the first publication of STATES OF AMERICA and Farmland and Historic Preservation Council Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, on this statement. Copies of the full ordinance Local students Sale Date: 06/20/2018 Monday, May 28, Patricia Desalvo, Trust Fund. the 19th day of June 2018 at 7 p.m., at are available at no cost and during regular Writ of Execution: 04/10/2017 45, of Clark was arrested and charged By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution This ordinance is scheduled for public which time and place a public hearing will business hours, at the Clerk’s office for graduate from to me directed I shall expose for sale by public with DWI and use of a controlled dan- hearing and adoption on June 18, 2018, at be held prior to final passage of said Ordi- members of the general public who re- vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- 7:00 P.M., Fanwood Borough Hall, 75 North nance and all interested persons will be quest the same. The summary of the terms ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- gerous substance after she was involved Gettysburg College beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock in a motor vehicle accident at the inter- Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. given an opportunity to be heard concern- of such bond ordinance follows: in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ing the same. Copies of said Ordinance section of Walnut Avenue and South Eleanor McGovern TITLE: BOND ORDINANCE GETTYSBURG, Pa. – Of the 608 ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash Borough Clerk can be obtained from the Township Clerk’s or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. PROVIDING APPROPRIA- students who graduated from Avenue East. Desalvo was processed Office at any time prior to final adoption at The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $20.91 TION OF $700,000 FOR IM- Gettysburg College on May 20, 2018, Eighty-Eight Thousand Ninety-Six and 49/100*** and provided with a Municipal Court no cost to any member of the general PROVEMENTS TO PATER- $388,096.49. appearance date. In addition, she was PUBLIC NOTICE public who requests same. the following were local students: The property to be sold is located in the Bor- SON ROAD BY AND FOR THE ough of Mountainside. In the County of Union issued a motor vehicle summons for BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ORDINANCE 2018-17 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD IN Jessica Casale of Cranford, Brad- and the State of New Jersey. careless driving related to the crash. THE COUNTY OF UNION, ley DeMartino of Westfield, Patrick Premises commonly known as: 222 Central Notice is hereby given that ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Avenue. Sunday, May 29, Anna Villena, 45, of NEW JERSEY AND AUTHO- NO. 18-06-R SCHEDULE I (PROHIBITED Decker of Westfield, Elizabeth Fox Block: 5.20 (f/k/a 5.T) Lot: 62. Elizabeth was arrested and charged with RIZING THE ISSUANCE OF Dimensions of Lot (approximately): 000.973 PARKING) IN CHAPTER VII of Westfield and Joseph Scaglione of AN ORDINANCE OF THE $427,500 IN BONDS OR AC possession of drug paraphernalia. The (TRAFFIC) OF THE REVISED Westfield. Nearest Cross Street: Poplar Avenue. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD, NOTES OF THE BOROUGH arrest was the result of a motor vehicle GENERAL ORDINANCES OF Subject to: Taxes current as of 3/30/2018. COUNTY OF UNION, AND FOR FINANCING PART OF Sale subject to subsequent taxes, utilities, liens stop of a 1999 Ford on North Avenue THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH STATE OF NEW JERSEY, THE APPROPRIATION PUBLIC NOTICE and interest since 3/30/2018. East for unclear plates. Villena, a pas- PLAINS TO RESTRICT PARK- Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Seven Thou- AMENDING CHAPTER 242 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS sand Six Hundred Sixty-Seven and 59/100*** senger in the vehicle, was processed and ING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF Purpose(s): For improvements to Pater- SANITARY SEWERS, AR- PLANNING BOARD $407,667.59 together with lawful interest and provided with a Municipal Court ap- TICLE I CONNECTIONS, SEC- EMIL PLACE FROM ITS IN- son Road. costs. TERSECTION WITH Appropriation: $700,000 Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- TION 242-2 COSTS, OF THE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the pearance date. Additionally, the driver JOHNSON STREET TO THE Bonds/Notes Authorized: $427,500 tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and was issued motor vehicle summonses FANWOOD BOROUGH CODE regular meeting of the Planning Board of expenses, there remains any surplus money, the REGARDING SEWER CON- ROAD TERMINUS. Grants (if any) Appropriated: $195,000 the Township of Scotch Plains scheduled money will be deposited into the Superior Court for unclear plates. expected to be received as a grant from Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, NECTION FEES ORDINANCE 2018-18 for June 11, 2018 will begin at 7:00 p.m., or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Thursday, May 31, Amanda Maurer, the New Jersey Department of Transpor- at the Municipal Building, 430 Park Av- Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature 23, of Cranford was arrested and charged was passed and adopted on the second ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING tation and $55,000 expected to be re- enue, First Floor Council Chambers. All and extent of that person’s claim and asking for with distribution of a controlled danger- and final reading at a meeting of the Mayor SALARIES AND WAGES FOR ceived as a grant from Union County. interested persons may be present and be an order directing payment of the surplus money. and Council of the Borough of Fanwood The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale ous substance (CDS), possession of a RECREATION GENERAL SU- Section 20 Costs: $14,750 heard in accordance with the rules of the will have information regarding the surplus, if held on June 4, 2018. PERVISOR, PARKS. Useful Life: 20 Years Planning Board. any. CDS, possession of a CDS near a school This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- Shannon Rapant There is a full legal description on file in the and possession of paraphernalia. The ately after final passage and publication as BOZENA LACINA, RMC Eleanor McGovern Union County Sheriff’s Office. Municipal Clerk Borough Administrator/Clerk Secretary to the Planning Board The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this arrest was the result of a motor vehicle required by law. 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $13.77 sale for any length of time without further adver- Eleanor McGovern 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $37.23 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $42.33 tisement. stop of a 2014 Chevrolet on Pine Street Peter Corvelli near Mansion Terrace for a view ob- Borough Clerk Sheriff 1 T - 6/7/18, The Times Fee: $22.44 Attorney: struction. Following an investigation at MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, P.C. the scene, Maurer, the driver, was ar- SHERIFF’S SALE 216 HADDON AVENUE rested and charged with suspected heroin SUITE 201 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-18001528 Children in Trouble with the Law? WESTMONT NEW JERSEY 08108 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY (856) 858-7080 CHANCERY DIVISION 4 T - 05/24, 05/31, 06/07 SHERIFF’S SALE UNION COUNTY & 06/14/18 Fee: $165.24 DOCKET NO. F-007148-17 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-18001533 Plaintiff: PROVIDENT FUNDING ASSOCI- SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY ATES, L.P. DWI Charges? CHANCERY DIVISION VS. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-18001695 UNION COUNTY Defendant: LORRAINE CHRONE, JEFFREY SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY DOCKET NO. F-021091-17 CHRONE, U.S BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- CHANCERY DIVISION Plaintiff: U.S. BANK TRUST, NA., AS TION FKA U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIA- UNION COUNTY TRUSTEE FOR LSF8 MASTER PARTICIPA- TION ND Drug or Criminal Charges? DOCKET NO. F-002231-17 TION TRUST Sale Date: 06/13/2018 Plaintiff: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, VS. Writ of Execution: 03/12/2018 FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE Defendant: BARBARA FRANKLIN WINSOR, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE MR. WINSOR, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BAR- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFI- BARA FRANKLIN WINSOR, ROBERT J. vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- CATES, SERIES 2005-16 TRIFFIN ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- Motor Vehicle Traffic Violations? VS. Sale Date: 06/13/2018 beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock Defendant: PATRICIA E. CHEATHAM, HIS/ Writ of Execution: 03/02/2018 in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- HER HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND PERSONAL By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash REPRESENTATIVES, AND HIS, HER,THEIR to me directed I shall expose for sale by public or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred TITLE AND INTEREST; MR. OR MRS. ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- Fifty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred Ninety and CHEATHAM, SPOUSE OR CIVIL PARTNER beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock 48/100*** $258,590.48. OF PATRICIA E. CHEATHAM in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- MUNICIPALITY: Mountainside Borough. Sale Date: 06/20/2018 ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash COUNTY: UNION; STATE OF NEW JERSEY. Writ of Execution: 03/19/2018 or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. STREET & STREET NO: 1331 Wood Valley CALL By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred Road. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Ninety-Three Thousand Eleven and 61/100*** TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 15.14 f/k/a vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- $393,011.61. 15N; LOT: 42. ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 83.54 feet x 143.00 beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock Town of Westfield, County of Union, in the State feet. in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- of New Jersey. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 189.82 feet from ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 229 Brier Patch. BRENT BRAMNICK or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Windsor Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE. The judgment amount is: ***One Hundred TAX LOT #43; Block # 4004. All unpaid municipal taxes, assessments and Fifty-Two Thousand Nine Hundred Six and 55/ PRIOR LOT# 37.A; Prior Block# 508. liens; Any set of facts which an accurate survey 100*** $152,906.55. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 35 feet x 113 would disclose; Any restrictions or covenants on Certified Criminal Trial Attorney The property to be sold is located in Borough feet. record which run with the land; Rights of the of Fanwood in the County of Union, and State of NEAREST CROSS STREET: Unknown United States of America, if any; Any Condo- New Jersey. Taxes: Current through l Quarter of 2018* minium lien priority, if any; Any outstanding PUD Commonly known as 56 Glenwood Road, Other: Sewer open balance in the amount of or Homeowner’s Associations dues or fees, if Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. $165.00, good through 4/1/18* any; Any occupants or persons in possession of Tax Lot No. 20; Block 72. *Plus interest on these figures through date of the property, if any; Additional municipal charges, Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 70 x 110. payoff and any and all subsequent taxes, water liens, taxes or tax sale certificates and insur- Nearest Cross Street: Ranier Road. and sewer amounts. ance, if any. Speak With Our Criminal Defense Team Total Upset: ***One Hundred Fifty-Six Thou- Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Three Thou- Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Sixty-Five Thou- sand Seven Hundred Forty-Seven and 26/100*** sand Eight Hundred Forty-Nine and 56/100*** sand Nine Hundred Ninety-Five and 93/100*** $156,747.26 together with lawful interest and $403,849.56 together with lawful interest and $265,995.93 together with lawful interest and costs. costs. costs. We Have Three Former Prosecutors Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. 908-322-7000 The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if any. any. any. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold & Mangan, LLC The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. tisement. tisement. Peter Corvelli Peter Corvelli Peter Corvelli 1827 East Second Street Sheriff Sheriff Sheriff Attorney: Attorney: Attorney: KML LAW GROUP, P.C. 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By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER Happily, while we can’t help suffer film critic vicarious battle fatigue as spaceships I liked Solo: A Star Wars Story about dogfight ad nauseam in a splash of as much as I could possibly like this flames and bombardments, Ron genre of film, and recommend it as a Howard, directing a script by father starter movie for those who have and son scribes, Lawrence and Jonathan avoided such techno-extravaganzas like Kasdan, wisely exercises proper re- NEWCOMB TOURNAMENT...Park Middle School held its first ever fifth grade Newcomb Tournament. Newcomb is a game similar to volleyball, but instead of the plague, but who now wish to expe- straint. This allows time for the movie bump, set/spike, players catch and throw the ball over the net. Each play begins with rience one while still compos mentis. to assure hopeless romantics, through a serve and black basketball court lines are the boundaries. The game is significant At worst, it is relatively harmless, your Han and Qi’ra’s destiny-challenged because it was invented by a woman and became the second team sport to be played understanding of this outer space West- affaire de coeur, that love springs eter- by women in the United States, after basketball. This game is a recess favorite and ern not dependent on a cognizance of nal, even when authoritarianism threat- enjoyed widely in elementary schools and physical education classes. Two students the jargon and minutiae of George ens to extinguish all other human hap- from Mrs. Vargas’ class, Samantha Friscia and Victoria Gain, decided to organize Lucas’s cultural phenomenon. Plus, piness. There’s even a little room left this event. All 11 fifth grade classes participated in the tournament where Mrs. former Hippies who coordinate the over for dialogue—some of it with Riggi’s class emerged victorious to claim the title of Newcomb champs. viewing with a flashback might enjoy Wookies. the light show. However, aside from all the usual At the end of the day, after marveling dogma, paraphernalia and trademark at its vaunted, $250 million price tag, lore this extravaganza provides, our THE STUDENT VIEW the immensity of the thing, and trying specific interest here hinges on a basic to wrap your brain around the worship curiosity: From whence did the title this generator of branded bed sheets, character emanate, and what made him The weekly column written by local high school students action figures and every other tchotchke the likeably waggish rogue Harrison imaginable has attained, it’s pretty Ford so effectively embodied? It’s the simple. As Shakespeare proved, plot- education of a pop culture icon. And By AMANDA PYLE extracurriculars. wise there is nothing new under the thanks to a decent performance by Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The expectation to succeed in as sun. So, it’s heartening to relate that Alden Ehrenreich, we have little prob- SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS...The College Woman’s Club of Westfield Awards Each year, as May turns to June, the many areas of student-life as possible beneath the cutting-edge, kaleidoscopic lem envisioning how He could grow up 2018 Scholarships to five women. Pictured from left are: (standing) Catherine school year starts to wind down. The comes from many different factors. It attempts to reinvent storytelling, this is to become Him. Posyton, Julia Vricella-Stokes, Stephanie Hoodja, (seated) Catherine Moore and weather gets warmer. The once seem- could come from one’s parents, teach- just an old-fashioned morality tale, Thrust into a realm of virtually infi- Isabel Lee. ingly never-ending ten month period ers, administrators, coaches, or even frilled and dabbed with all the modern nite corruption, young Han, who ac- of school finally begins to come to a from themselves. Regardless of where contrivances. quires his last name through the same close, making both the students and this extreme pressure comes from, What’s more, though there is wise- cavalier expedience that gave throngs College Woman’s Club of the teachers happy. June has a posi- one overwhelming theme of WHS for cracking aplenty and allusion to today’s of immigrants at Ellis Island their con- tive connotation among members of a plethora of students is that failure is politics, we are spared the foul fog of veniently shorter appellations, is a space the school community, but along with not an option. pessimistic surrender recently evi- age Oliver of sorts. We learn that mer- Westfield Awards Scholarships the end of the school year, one of the This is extremely problematic be- denced in Avengers: Infinity Wars. cantilist matters haven’t changed too most dreaded weeks also approaches: cause this expectation to always suc- While Han Solo, our hero-in-the-mak- much since his time in this galaxy far, WESTFIELD – The College to civic improvement and the College Finals week. ceed puts the students’ health in dan- ing, is a product of the dog-eat-dog far away, a long, long time ago. Money, Woman’s Club of Westfield awarded Woman’s Club Scholarship. Her Final exams mark the end of yet ger. Personally, even if I have respon- underworld he’d like to escape from power and a synergistic combination close to $50,000. in Scholarships at awards total $13,000. Ms. Lee plans another school year, which many sibilities such as my double swim with his similarly fated true love, Qi’ra thereof pretty much determine the mo- its 101th Annual Meeting on May 22 to pursue a career in civil engineering people look forward to happening. practices that make me arrive home (Emilia Clarke), we instinctively know tivations of humans, androids and just at Echo Lake Country Club. The at the University of Pittsburgh. Her However, the amount of stress due to for the first time that day at 8 p.m., I that he’s made of finer stuff. Whereas about anything else that thinks. awards were made to five young primary interest is in bridge construc- school is amplified during the month have to find a way to make time to eat, the villains, for all their super puffery, Here, it’s the love of Coaxium, a.k.a. women from Westfield to help them tion and repair. of June as teachers cram to insert shower and complete all of my home- are just run-of-the mill, lying, hyperfuel, that’s the root of all evil, a pursue their college education. The Catherine Moore received the their students’ final grades into the work, because not doing my home- moneygrubbing scum. fact that doesn’t escape Han in his recipients were selected based on $5,000. Katharine Jaruzelski Schol- grading system. work is seen as inexcusable for many The metaphors are all there for the attempt to secure a better existence for academic achievement, community arship. She will pursue her interest in Granted, Westfield High School students like me. taking, the satire emulating the sort of Qi’ra and himself. But alas, in an ex- service, and financial need. Music Production and Composition (WHS) is notorious for assigning an Most nights, I’m up until 2 or 3 muckrake that Mr. Twain would ap- ample of fiction copying reality, a bribe A scholarship in memory of civic as a Music Education, Piano Major at extreme amount of work to us stu- a.m., without stopping once to just plaud. A Dantesque array of at the border goes awry, and the star- leader and long time College Woman’s the University of Michigan. dents each day, but there comes a relax, because it’s been drilled into otherworldly, Henson-like characters crossed lovers are separated. Swearing Club Board member and Trustee Betty Catherine Posyton received both point where this schoolwork is jeop- my head that not doing even just one populate the scenario — you know, the he will return for her, Han secures his List was awarded for the first time the Past Presidents Scholarship and a ardizing our health. assignment would affect my grade for alien café society folk seen at the bar in Fagin in Woody Harrelson’s Beckett, and presented by her children Robert College Woman’s Club Scholarship In this past week alone, I had three that marking period, which would Star Wars (1977) that so wowed us — an outlaw extraordinaire and the film’s List and Karen List. A scholarship in totaling $13,000. She is interested in projects due, four tests and one mini- affect my overall grade, which would each representing a different layer of dramatic lynchpin. While taking Solo memory of Katharine Jaruzelski was a career in Public Relations and Mar- paper due. Coming off of the ex- affect my transcript, which would af- the sinister power structure. Any sharp under wing, the colorful rapscallion presented by Jenny Jaruzelski, both keting and will study these majors at tended Memorial Day Weekend, fect which college I attend, which kid, PG-13 and older, should recognize repeatedly exhorts, “trust no one.” past presidents of the Club. The Gaile Rutgers University. WHS was only open Tuesday through affects how successful I’m going to the rascals: “Ooh, there’s my congress- Of course that’s not the existence Boothe Scholarship, The Marge Julia Varicella-Stokes was awarded Friday, but that didn’t stop the teach- be in my life. man, but with six eyes.” either we or Solo seek. Hence, while But to avail oneself of the hi-tech McCornack Scholarship, and the Past the $5,000 Gaile K. Boothe Scholar- ers from pummeling their students This may sound dramatic, but this our own march from the barbarity of Presidents Scholarship, presented by ship to study Nursing at Villanova with work that would take several is the idea that fills the majority of civics lesson, non-cult visitors from the primordial mud to a just and prin- among the Great Unwashed should be cipled reality has currently hit a speed past president Carol Mucci, were University. She plans to become a hours to finish. WHS students’ heads, making them awarded along with the College Nurse Practitioner in Pediatrics. Of the four nights of school that I suffer from anxiety, sleep deprivation warned. You’ll have to endure a bevy bump, we take solace in fictions like of battles. After all, it’s in the title: Star Solo: A Star Wars Story that stoke the Woman’s Club of Westfield Scholar- The College Woman’s Club of had, I received an accumulative and from simply forming bad habits Wars. Unlike “Star Trek,” which might ships. According to Scholarship Westfield is proud to acknowledge amount of 19 hours of sleep. That for the future. fires of freedom. include an occasional war if Spock and *** Chairperson, Annmarie Puleio, “We this outstanding group of young means that I was awake for 80 percent The expectations that are put on Kirk can’t avoid it, here it’s a given. award these Scholarships in the spirit women. Applications for the scholar- of this week, drastically higher than WHS students are not only physically Solo: A Star Wars Story, rated PG- Whether this is just a title that Mr. 13, is a Walt Disney Studios Motion of our Founders Mabel Sturgis, ship are available through local high the medically recommended amount destructive, but mentally catastrophic Lucas fancied or a far harsher judge- Pictures release directed by Ron Wellesley, 1902 and Helen Welch, school guidance departments in Feb- of sleep for high schoolers of nine as the immense amount of pressure ment about the state of things, don’t Howard and stars Alden Ehrenreich, Vassar, 1914 and thanks to the endur- ruary of each year and are evaluated and a quarter hours, according to we feel to succeed at all costs, drives expect “Star Wars: The Peace Treaty” Woody Harrelson and Emilia Clarke. ing commitment and abiding gener- by a committee of CWC members nationwidechildrens.org. us to push our minds, bodies, and anytime soon. Running time: 135 minutes. osity of our members to further the each spring. Funds for the scholar- Although the workload of WHS souls to their breaking point. education of women.” ships come from nominal member- students—and the stress that accom- The 2018 scholarship recipients ship dues, donations, interest on in- panies our end-of-the-year transcripts ADS PLACED IN Local Residents Inducted are: vestments and legacies from our mem- being released—increases towards Stephanie Hoodja received The bers. the end of the year, having unhealthy THE LEADER/TIMES Marge McCornack and the College The College Woman’s Club of amounts of work is a constant part of BRING RESULTS Into Phi Kappa Phi Woman’s Club Scholarships totaling Westfield in in its 101st year. To learn being a student at WHS. $13,000. Ms Hoodja will attend Rutgers how to join to participate in the many In just my junior year alone, I’ve BATON ROUGE, La. – The follow- was initiated at Ohio University. University to study Marketing. social activities of the College had at least one test every single day Forker Graduates from ing local residents were recently initi- These residents are among approxi- Isabel Lee was awarded The Betty Women’s Club, contact of every single school week. I have ated into The Honor Society of Phi mately 30,000 students, faculty, pro- List Scholarship for her commitment [email protected]. papers, projects and labs due in a Coastal Carolina Univ. Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most fessional staff and alumni to be initiated never-ending cycle, leaving me with- CONWAY, S.C. – Approximately selective collegiate honor society for into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Member- out any break from the pressure of 1,183 students were eligible to walk all academic disciplines. ship is by invitation only and requires always having to perform at my best. in Coastal Carolina University's Sol Condo of Cranford was initiated nomination and approval by a chapter. WHS Senior Recognized by The atmosphere of WHS is based graduation exercises, held on campus at Kean University. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and off of success and drive, where stu- at the HTC Student Recreation Cen- Elena Elliott of Westfield was initi- 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for dents are expected to push themselves ter and Convocation Center in three ated at Elon University. membership. Graduate students in the State Board of Education as far as possible, whether that be in separate ceremonies May 4 and 5. Jessica Thompson of Westfield was top 10 percent of the number of candi- WESTFIELD – Westfield High ship and commitment to the Westfield taking all AP level courses, being the Among those students who gradu- initiated at Kean University. dates for graduate degrees may also School senior Kayla Egberts was cho- High School Community Service president of a specific club or partici- ated is Nellie Forker from Cranford, Jessica Thornton of Cranford was qualify, as do faculty, professional staff sen to represent Union County at the Club and to the school’s Transition pating in a multitude of earning a Bachelor of Arts in English. initiated at Kean University. and alumni who have achieved schol- New Jersey State Board of Program through which upperclass- Shannon Gomes of Scotch Plains, arly distinction. Education’s Annual Recognition Cer- men help their freshmen schoolmates PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE emony on May 16. adjust to high school. Each year, the state board honors “Kayla has been at the forefront of ART AUCTION TOWN OF WESTFIELD students who have made significant the Community Service Club for three BOARD OF HEALTH contributions to their schools, com- years,” says Ms. Dolan. “She takes Public notice is hereby given that an Ordinance amending BOH Ordinance #1-2017 munities or families. Executive county part in and leads the club’s activities entitled “An Ordinance Relating to Personnel Positions and Salary Ranges of Officers and Sponsored by Employees of the Board of Health of the Town of Westfield, County of Union, State of New superintendents select students or stu- which include making and delivering Jersey” of which the following is a copy was adopted by the Westfield Board of Health at dent groups based on recommenda- meals to homeless and other low- a regular meeting held on June 4, 2018. tions from chief school administra- income individuals in New York City, Megan Avallone tors in their counties. Newark and Irvington; holding a Board Secretary BOARD OF HEALTH ORDINANCE #1-2018 Westfield Public Schools Superin- dance marathon to raise money for a Gala Art Exhibition and Auction tendent Margaret Dolan recom- local children’s hospital; raising funds AN ORDINANCE BY THE BOARD OF HEALTH OF THE TOWN OF Saturday Evening, June 9th, 2018 WESTFIELD ENTITLED “AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO PERSONNEL mended Ms. Egberts for her leader- to support families in need; socializ- POSITIONS AND SALARY RANGES OF OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES ing with senior citizens at a local First Congregational Church of Westfield OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE assisted living facility; tutoring el- OF UNION, AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY”. ementary school students; and 125 Elmer St, Westfield, NJ 07090 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Be it ordained by the Board of Health of the Town of Westfield, County of Union, State ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL fundraising to support these club ac- of New Jersey, that Board of Health Ordinance #1-2017 is hereby amended as follows: PERSON TO PERSON TRANSFER tivities.” Egberts “gives her heart and soul to Preview: 6:00 pm Auction: 8:00 pm Section 1 Take notice that application has been The following personnel positions and salary ranges are hereby established for Officers made to the Borough of Fanwood, 75 North helping other people,” added Ms. Admission: $10.00 per person and employees of the Board of Health and shall be effective retroactively from January Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey Dolan. “When considering the true 1, 2018. 07023 to transfer to Carano Square LLC definition of success, Kayla embod- Job Title Salary Range the Plenary Retail Consumption License ies all aspects. She possesses a tre- Wine & Cheese – Craft Beer Regional Health Officer $90,000 — $135,600 No. 2005-33-003-015, as a pocket license, mendous work ethic, tremendous Public Health Nursing Supervisor $65,000 — $90,600 heretofore issued to BEMSK Enterprises, Principal REHS $65,000 — $90,100 Inc. character and tremendous empathy. Hors D’oeuvres – Cake & Coffee The individuals that will hold an interest We are grateful to have witnessed her Section 2 in this license are: This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after Final Passage and publication grow into a wonderful young woman.” Live Entertainment by Dominant 7 Jazz group!! according to law. 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WESTFIELD – In recognition of Guerriero, Rachel Hamelburg, Emma academic excellence, leadership, ser- Hamilton, Elias Hamlin, Megan vice and character, 148 juniors and Hanlon, Brianna Hatch, Ryan 12 seniors from Westfield High Heffernan, Sophie Hendricks, Emma School were inducted into the Na- Herber, Corinne Herz, Brian S. tional Honor Society (NHS) on April Hinkel, Julia Hollosi, Adam 26. Principal Derrick Nelson awarded Holtzman, Zachary Hom, Greta Marie the students with certificates and Scott Horn, Elisha Israel, Michelle Israel, Rutherford, NHS Advisor, presented Ethan Jaffee, Meghan Johnson, Jus- NHS pins and charms. The band tin Joseph, Dorothy Kaplan, Jesse “Dominant 7” provided musical en- Katz, Margaret Kelly, Meghan R. tertainment for the evening. The mu- Kobrin, Lisa-Marie Koglin, Chris- sicians who performed were: Ben tian Kreusser, Emma A. Krueger, Kevelson, Ben Mizrach, Jack Celia Lanza, Amanda Lee, Jasper TOP SAT SCORES...Three Westfield High School (WHS) juniors achieved the Garceau, Stephen Park, Lucy Ritter, Lemberg, Sofia Lemberg, Matthew highest score possible on the math portion of the March 2018 SAT standardized tests, according to recent reports received by the school. Juniors Mackenzie and Josh Markowitz. Leone, Yan Leyzerovych, Kevin Li, Dulski, Elisha Israel, and Justin Joseph received perfect scores of 800 on the NHS officers at Westfield High Kamryn Lombardi, Ava Maurillo, March SAT Math section. This brings to 56 the number of WHS students earning School – Natalie Bond, Matthew Lillian M. Maz, James McCutcheon, perfect scores on SAT and ACT standardized testing in 2017-2018. Pictured, from Cetlin, Fiona Gillespie, William Erin Kathleen McDonald, Timothy left to right, are: Justin, Elisha and Mackenzie with Principal Derrick Nelson. Rackaer and Daniel Shenker— an- McGann, Thomas McGuire, Mary ITALIAN HONORS...Eleven Westfield High School students were inducted into nounced the newly inducted mem- McHugh, Matthew McIntyre, Timo- La Società Onoraria Italica (the National Italian Honor Society) on May 10. bers who included the following mem- thy Miller, Alyssa Milrod, Luke Pictured, from left to right, are: (first row holding flag) Jill DeBenedetto, Danielle Wardlaw Students bers of the junior class: Tahani Y Mizus, Sophia Morales, Kate Murphy, Bonelli, Maria Biegler and Julia Souza; second row, Hayley Tomasso, Jennifer Ahmed, Dylan Alfano, Caitlin Megan Neiswenter, Natalie A. Nolan, O’Connell, Daniella Deis, Avery Conrad, Emily Serpico and Bridget Scaglione. Amman, Ireland Applegarth, Kathryn Matthew Paden, Alexander Park, Not pictured is Nicolas Guerriero. Recognized at Assembly C Armstrong, Julianne N. Aronson, James Peretz, Karl Peter, Mikayla Matthew Bartok, Caitlyn Basile, Pinto, Julia Plawker, Vaughan I. Price, EDISON – Upper School students at mathematics and science. Megan Bertsch, Maria Biegler, Emily Reddy, Madeline Reynders, Westfield Education Assoc. The Wardlaw+Hartridge School in Other academic areas recognized Danielle Bonelli, Nicole A. Julia Rickert, Abigail Riordan, Edison were honored for their partici- included AP Scholars, National Merit Boutsikaris, Rachel Bowman, Nora Kendall Robertson, Julia Romano, pation and achievement at the Honors Scholars, New Jersey Governor’s Brindle, Alison Brown, Kayla Butera, Sean Root, Anna Victoria Rossen, Awards 2018 Scholarships Assembly May 24. School and World Languages Honor Matthew Cafiero, Aaron Camacho, Rachel Rothenberg, Julia N. Sackett, Fourteen new members were in- Society. Andrew Caminiti, Kyle Campanello, Julia Salvato, Jack C. Sharkey, Jai WESTFIELD – This year’s Westfield teaching career embodied a love for ducted into the Cum Laude Society, Performing Arts Department Chair Aiden Cascio, Katherine Ceraso, Jer- Sharma, Sara M. Shen, Mary Joy Education Association (WEA) schol- learning and a devotion to helping including: Jason Yin of Scotch Plains Sharon Byrne and Band Director Rick emy Cha, Austin R. Chen, Colby Sidhom, Sarah Silva, Jacob Singman, arships will be awarded to Darika Lara- others. The award is granted to a and Ayush Menon of Scotch Plains. Fontaine recognized students who ex- Chen, Nicholas Chermak, Casey Matthew Siroty, Brady Smith, Rodriguez and William Walsweer. In WEA member’s son or daughter who Mark Donaghy, Math Department celled in vocal and instrumental music. Cohen, Jack T. Colby, Avery Conrad, Alexandra Spiezio, Caroline Steiner, the fall, Darika will be attending will be attending college in the fall. Chair, awarded the RPI Medal to junior This impressive list includes CJMEA Celine Crenshaw, Theo Dardia, Savannah Stewart, Ashlen Suen, Monmouth University and William This year’s recipient for the Class of Ayush Menon of Scotch Plains. This Honors band member Isabella Sena-Cash Daniella R. Deis, Liam Dougherty, Brooke Sullivan, Lauren Sullivan, plans on attending the University of 2018 is Joseph Lotano. His mother, award is in recognition of outstanding of Scotch Plains and NJ All-State chorus Emma Downer, Mackenzie Dulski, Alexandra Sumas, Carlee Swanson, Vermont. Scholarships are based on Angela Lotano, is an occupational academic achievement in the study of member CJ Stueck of Scotch Plains. Rebecca Dunaief, Morgan L. Eng, Amanda Szaro, Tomas Taaffe, Keeley academic achievement, school activi- therapist at Lincoln School. Allison Escaldi, Gabriella Estrada, Thompson, James Tichenor, Sofia ties, and community service. The awards were presented to the Carley Farella, Sebastian Ferrero, Toglia, Ethan Useloff, Glen Warner, The Barry Judd Memorial Scholar- students on May 23 at Westfield High Bucknell Students Corinne Flaherty, Sean Flynn, Anne Andrew Wellnitz, Emily Wistner, ship is given in the memory of Barry School. Funds for these scholarships Friel, Charlotte Geary, Fiona Gillen, Edward Xing, Jeffrey Yang, Zachary Judd, who was a well-respected World are raised through the generous dona- Jared Greenspan, Lauren Greenspan, Youssef, Larry Yu, Hanna Language Teacher at Westfield High tions of the Westfield Education As- Named to Dean's List Grace Gruters, Nicolas Antonio Zakharenko, and Andrew Zanfagna. School from 1974-1992. Mr. Judd’s sociation. Members of the Westfield High LEWISBURG, Pa. – Bucknell Uni- Brian Lapham, Class of 2019 from Justin Greenman School senior class who were inducted versity has released the Dean's List Scotch Plains. this year include: Omnia Attia, Jor- Riporti Honored with for outstanding academic achieve- Ari Rosenzweig, Class of 2020 Earns Dean's List at dan Binkowitz, Julia Friss, Maria ment during the spring semester of from Scotch Plains. Garabete, Emma Levitt, Keira the 2017-2018 academic year. A stu- University of Penn. Mangam, Kayla Miedrzynski, Asia Lehigh Allegiance Award dent must earn a grade point average Ottawa University PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – Ken and Muselli, Aman Sachdev, Madeleine of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to Nancy Greenman of Scotch Plains Sanford, Noah Schwartz, Jake Vall- BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Alyssa ing in a variety of roles within the receive dean's list recognition. Announces Graduates are proud to announce that their son, Llobera. Riporti of Scotch Plains was honored organization; and being instrumental Julie Byrne, Class of 2019 from OTTAWA, Kan. – On May 5, 143 Justin Greenman, achieved Dean's New officers elected for next year with Lehigh University's Allegiance in overall organizational management Cranford. students were presented with their List for his freshman year. The Uni- are: Katie Ceraso, Celine Crenshaw, Award in Spring 2018. This award is such as visioning, goal setting and Andrew Capuano, Class of 2018 degrees from Ottawa University dur- versity of Pennsylvania requires a Brianna Hatch, Justin Joseph, and presented to seniors to recognize their yearly transition for the organization. from Westfield. ing the 153rd Commencement cer- minimum of a 3.7 grade point aver- Yan Leyzerovych. dedication and continuous improve- Alyssa Riporti of Scotch Plains was Olivia Loggia, Class of 2020 from emony, held in Fredrikson Chapel age for the year to make Dean's List. The characteristics associated with ment focused within a specific orga- among the three students who re- Westfield. on the OU campus. Justin, a graduate of Scotch Plains- membership in the NHS — student nization. Outstanding performance in ceived the Allegiance Award in Spring Morgan McAlister, Class of 2018 Among the graduates was Kyle J. Fanwood High School, will be double excellence in the areas of scholarship, this area includes the senior's impact 2018. from Westfield. Mahoney of Fanwood who received majoring in American History and leadership, service, and character – on the organization; being an organi- GROW YOUR BUSINESS: Roland Crystal, Class of 2019 from a Master of Business Administra- Political Science at the University of have been a hallmark of the organiza- zational member for a substantial Scotch Plains. tion. Pennsylvania. tion since its beginning in 1921. portion of their time at Lehigh; serv- goleader.com/form/bulletin

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UNION COUNTY – The Union Livingston (Honorable Mention, Pro- dowment for the Arts. County Board of Chosen Freeholders fessional) and Niyati Shah (Third Exhibits at the Freeholders Gallery Westfield Community Concert has announced that prize-winning art- Place, Youth 12 and Under) are coordinated by the Union County works by Union County employees Westfield: Mary Paynter (Honor- Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. and their family members are on dis- able Mention, Professional), Shane For more information about this play through July 10 in the Freehold- Strano (Second Place, Intermediate) exhibit and other programs and ser- Band 106th Summer Concert Series ers Gallery, located on the sixth floor and Barbara Uhr (Honorable Men- vices related to the arts and Union of the Union County Administration tion, Professional) County history, contact the Union WESTFIELD – The Westfield Westfield Chapter of the Sons of the day evening from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Building at 10 Elizabethtown Plaza Additional support for the exhibit County Office of Cultural and Heri- Community Concert Band, under the American Revolution and the the Community Room in the Westfield in Elizabeth. The gallery is open from was provided by a grant from the tage Affairs at [email protected] direction of Thomas Connors, con- Westfield Town Crier. This concert Municipal Building, 425 East Broad 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. New Jersey State Council on the Arts, or call (908) 558-2550 (Relay users tinues its 106th season with its annual will be followed on July 12 with the Street. The band’s membership in- The exhibit presents 17 pieces se- a partner agency of the National En- dial 711). Summer Concert Series in band’s premier performances of cludes musicians from ages 18 to 90, lected from among the 162 works Mindowaskin Park, East Broad Street, Candide Suite, Danzon, Slava! and including many active and retired judged at the recent 17th Annual Na- Westfield. The band will be perform- Four Dances from West Side Story, tional Arts Program Exhibit for Lockey Maisonneuve Pens ing four Thursday evening concerts all by the renowned American com- County of Union Employees. The full on June 21, June 28, July 5 and 12. All poser, Leonard Bernstein, in honor of exhibit was on display at Liberty Hall concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and are his 100th birthday celebration. All of Center through May 22 in partner- Memoir of Survival free to the public. the band’s summer concerts will in- ship with Elizabethtown Gas and the Highlighting this season’s summer clude popular Broadway selections, National Arts Program Foundation, CRANFORD – When one is beaten enough tragedy for one lifetime, while concerts will be a special Indepen- marches, classical works and many which provides prizes and support down by unrelenting forces, physi- undergoing chemo and multiple re- dence Day concert taking place on patriotic compositions. for artists from all walks of life. cally and mentally for long periods of constructive surgeries, her mother was July 5 with appearances by the The band rehearses each Wednes- “The works on display at the ad- time, the concept of healing is not just stabbed and brutally murdered. ministration building demonstrate the out of reach, but unfathomable. A The story would end here but for Westfield Community Concert Band rich diversity of Union County with Girl Raised by Wolves, while an hon- Ms. Maisonneuve’s amazing turn- Registration Open for NJWA an inspiring range of creative emo- est retelling of the trauma and hard- around and uncanny ability to inte- music educators. Under the music tion, imagination and skill,” said Free- ships faced by author Lockey grate a raunchy, no holds barred co- direction of Mr. Connors, director of holder Chairman Sergio Granados. Maisonneuve throughout her lifetime, medic element into her healing pro- Summer Flute Ensemble Instrumental Music Studies and an “We are fortunate to have the support is more importantly a first step for cess. assistant professor of music educa- of the National Arts Program and those trapped under the darkness of A Girl Raised by Wolves is a pow- WESTFIELD – The New Jersey has played flute for 12 years and has tion at Kean University, the band con- Elizabethtown Gas, for providing out- anger, shame and resentment towards erful story of inspiration that will lead Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) Music been a member of the Scotch Plains tinues to perform a wide variety of standing artists in our community with the journey of healing. Through hu- readers on an emotional rollercoaster Studio will offer a Flute Ensemble this Fanwood Wind Ensemble and the concert band literature, including the opportunity to bring their works mor, grit and “Jersey Girl” sarcasm, reeling intermittently between laugh- summer for flute players of all ages, Susquehanna University Orchestra and many contemporary compositions. to the public.” Ms. Maisonneuve asserts that heal- ter and tears. The book is one woman’s with a minimum age of 12. Symphonic Band. Experienced area musicians who are Including the 17 works at the Free- ing is possible against all odds and empowering journey towards heal- Auditions for the musical group will Rehearsals for the free Ensemble interested in a position with the band holders Gallery, the following artists shares, through trial and error, which ing. Ms. Maisonneuve’s wish is that take place on Tuesday, June 19 at 5 p.m. will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. for next season should contact band received prizes from the Annual Na- techniques worked for her to finally her memoir will inspire others who, at the NJWA Music Studio. The en- Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning president Barry Rosenberg at (908) tional Arts Program (listed alphabeti- identify as a survivor and move be- armed with the knowledge that it is semble will run until August 2 and June 26 and continue until August 2. 337-9073 or cally by municipality): yond the horrors of her past. possible to achieve, can embark on perform at various locations in down- Rehearsal times are flexible and may be [email protected]. Cranford: Dianna Strom (Honor- Ms. Maisonneuve is a survivor of their own journey of healing. town Westfield. changed after the initial meeting. The band’s Summer Concert Se- able Mention, Professional) abusive alcoholic parents. As an ado- Says Ms. Maisonneuve, “Here’s Players should have at least one year The Flute Ensemble is one of the ries is sponsored in part by the Garwood: Sophia Malcolm (Hon- lescent, her father sold her into sex the thing; they didn’t break me. of playing experience on the flute. They many programs of the NJWA Music Westfield Recreation Department, orable Mention, Youth 12 and Under) trafficking where she endured un- Throughout my entire healing jour- should be able to play scales in C Studio located at 150-152 East Broad Don Bogardus, director. Chairs and and Kelly Sullivan (Honorable Men- speakable sexual, physical and emo- ney, this has been my mantra. They Major, F Major, B Flat Major, G Major Street in Westfield. For more informa- blankets are recommended. In the tion, Amateur) tional abuse for years. Later in her didn’t break me.” and a 2 Octave Chromatic Scale. tion visit their studio, phone (908) 789- event of rain, the concerts will take Scotch Plains: Kyree Brown-Cook life, while deep into the recovery and Ms. Maisonneuve will be holding a The ensemble will be directed by 9696, email [email protected] and visit place in the Westfield Community (Honorable Mention, Youth 12 and healing process, she was diagnosed book signing on Monday, June 11 at Kaitlyn Killeen, a member of the former their web site at Room, located in the Westfield Mu- Under), Marilyn Espinoza (Third with breast cancer and underwent two 6 p.m. at Kilkenny House, 112 South NJWA Flute Ensemble. Ms. Killeen www.njworkshopforthearts.com. nicipal Building. Place, Professional), Debra mastectomies. As if that weren’t Ave East, Cranford.

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HILTZ TOSSES 3-HITTER, WALKS NONE, FANS 4; MANNING 2 HITS, 2 RUNS’ KNAPP 2 HITS, RBI Blue Devils Pass Millers, 4-2, for Sectional Baseball Crown

By DAVID B. CORBIN and retired the remaining 13 Mill- Millburn’s Peter Gula (4-1) thing, 85. My coach is big on ence. For the most part, our pitch- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ers he faced, while his team- pitched the first three innings walks. They hate walks. They ing held us in the game but we mates’ bats went to work with a and to a pair of batters in the believe that is the reason why just couldn’t do enough against Two outstanding pitchers run in the third, two more in the fourth inning before being re- most teams score. We practice him. He was terrific!” stepped on the mound in the fourth and another in the sixth to lieved by Ben Chrzanowski, who on it day in, day out and our “Today I threw my usual, my North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 emerge with a 4-2 victory and finished the game. Gula was pitching coach helps us with that,” fastball keeping it inside for the Championship game between their third sectional title since charged with three runs on four Hiltz said. most part, slider and curveball. top-seeded Westfield and the 2011. hits, while walking one, hitting a Millburn Head Coach Brian They started to hit me in the second-seeded, defending Group “Three since 2011, 13 and 18! batter and striking out one. Chapman had nothing but praise beginning of the game. I was 4 champion Millburn Millers at It’s a whole different tournament Chrzanowski allowed one run on for Hiltz. “I think that Cory was able to settle down and my team- Bob Brewster, Sr. Field in because you got to use two pitch- five hits, while walking none and the difference. We had seen him mates made plays for me. Huge Westfield on June 1, so a low- ers, you got to use more of your striking out one. a number of times over the last plays actually that helped us win scoring game could be expected. players on your team, can’t sit. Hiltz (8-0) yielded three hits in couple of years. We knew what he this game,” Hiltz pointed out. After falling behind 2-0 with two It’s a tough, tough road to hoe,” the first three innings and then was going to do but being able to “Cory wasn’t his best but he outs in the top of the third inning, Blue Devil Head Coach Bob from that point nothing. Although execute against it is a totally dif- was pitching today, which is what senior Cory Hiltz buckled down Brewster expressed. he struck out only four batters, ferent story. He hit his spots. He I like. He really learned how to Hiltz’s command of the strike threw a lot of different pitches for pitch today. There’s something zone yielded no walks and a low strikes. It’s very hard when the about him and he just did a great See & Subscribe at pitch count. other pitcher is not giving you a job. I don’t think he walked any- BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo “I think it was like 80 some- lot of opportunities. We made a body. They were hitting his pitch mistake or two but I don’t know and on our field with lots of room, Submit commentary and items for publishing. how many runs we were getting fly balls. We had two hit over our Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste off him today. He was the differ- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, June 7, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary more photos next page

heads but other than that, we with a bunt single. Andrew we beat them,” Manning said. surance run, Knapp made a good Livingston, had other ideas. But caught everything,” Coach Caminiti (1-for-2) launched an “I was trying to put the bat on one-handed backhand stab for the loss just seemed to be moti- Brewster said. RBI sacrifice fly to right field. the ball. That’s all I try to do. I an out in the Millburn in the sixth vation. Hiltz appeared to be comfort- The lead shifted in Westfield’s don’t try to hit it out of the park. inning. After the play, Lerie was “GL is a good team and they able on the mound working with favor in the fourth inning. Jake Yes, right up the middle. I kept yelling from right field, “Two went down in the sectional semi- Jake Vall-Llobera behind the Lerie hacked a leadoff single over my head down and luckily it got hands, Two hands!” finals, so for us to win a sectional plate. the middle and Matt Manning (2- through,” Knapp added. “That’s because Brew always title against another good team “We have been playing together for-3, 2 runs) did the same. Mike Several of the Blue Devils have get on me with one hand,” Knapp in a good conference shows that since we were little kids. He is Knapp (2-for-3) chopped an RBI nicknames and in Manning’s case explained. we are a pretty good team and one of my best friends too, so single past first then Manning his teammates chanted “Rat” but Coach Brewster also had much we are competing,” Manning said. that helps with that connection scored when Cifelli’s grounder to for a particular reason. respect for the Millburn program. “It’s awesome. Best feeling! right there,” Hiltz said. short provoked a throwing error “At times like ‘Gym Rats’ when “They have been one of the Best feeling,” Knapp expressed. The 18-9 Blue Devils’ bats con- on an attempted double play. I go to the gym. I had the nick- elite teams the last five years “We won it [UCT] last year and nected at the right time too but The Blue Devils scored an in- name like eighth grade. It’s been around the state. They won two now this year. Championship not before the 19-9 Millers scored surance run in the sixth. Man- sticking with me,” Manning ex- Group 4 championships. They caliber team.” a run in the first when Justin ning slapped a single past sec- plained. always play great competition. “I definitely think that the Brochin reached base on an error ond and Knapp followed with a Just before the Blue Devils’ in- They have to play Seton Hall county game after losing that, then scored on Pete Serruto’s single up the middle. Both run- twice, and Nutley twice and knowing it’s our senior year, that single to deep left-center, and ners advanced on Cifelli’s Reading is Good For You Livingston twice. That’s a tough we don’t go out on a losing streak. another in the third when Brochin groundout to short then Matt schedule. We played a lot of good Ever since that we started bat- singled and later scored on a Barmakian tapped a squibbling teams too, so I knew we had the tling. The past two state games throwing error. More damage infield single as Manning scored. ability to score a few runs and we we came from behind. That just could have been done in the third The majority of the Blue Devils’ did,” Coach Brewster said. shows how much we battled right inning but Vall-Llobera picked off hits went up the middle. The Blue Devils came close to there. We are ready for the next Matt Knowles, who had a leadoff “I really just saw fastballs. I adding another Union County round,” Hiltz said. double, at second. noticed the second kid got really Tournament title but another Next on the schedule would be The Blue Devils manufactured tired, so I capitalized off that. We superb team, Governor a showdown with Ridgewood on their first run in the bottom of the heard they had a pretty good June 5 in the Group 4 semifinal third. Jack Cifelli was hit-by-a- middle infield but we took the round. pitch, Stevie Barden walked and challenge a little bit and hit it goleader.com/subscribe Probitas Verus Honos Millburn 101 000 0 2 Matt McIntyre loaded the bases hard up through the middle and Westfield 001 201 x 4 Page S-3 Thursday, June 7, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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* Cubs’ Big 4th Inning Downs Nationals, 9-0, in Westfield Majors Baseball Playoff *

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** Union Mudturtle Mania Rugby Runs Rampant at Unami Park in Garwood **

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** Westfield Dodgers Nip Pirates, 5-4, in Majors Baseball Playoff Semifinal Round **

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** Westfield Dodgers Nip Pirates, 5-4, in Majors Baseball Playoff Semifinal Round ** Page S-20 Thursday, June 7, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Todisco Defeats Lombardo In Garwood Democratic Primary

By MICHAEL BONACCORSO Ms. Todisco said she “looks for- Garwood’ team,” Mr. Ince said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ward to ensuring strong, proac- Mr. Ince said the Primary turn- tive leadership as Garwood em- out was “outstanding.” GARWOOD — Councilwoman barks on a period of transition.” “I am proud of the campaign Sara Todisco defeated first-term “I am excited to bring a bipar- we ran. I could not be provided incumbent Mayor Charles tisan foot forward speaking with better running mates than Sara Lombardo in Tuesday’s Demo- both registered Republican vot- Todisco and Michael Ince. I can- cratic Primary Election. Council- ers and undeclared voters,” Ms. not wait to campaign for the woman Todisco received 425 Todisco said. “We are all General Election,” said Mr. Benoit. votes to Mayor Lombardo’s 162 Garwood,” she added, explain- Mr. Kearney wished his Primary votes. Ms. Todisco will now face ing the importance of all resi- opponents “good luck in Novem- Republican Councilwoman Ileen dents having their voices heard. ber” as he congratulated Ms. Cuccaro in November’s General “Our victory in the Primary Elec- Todisco, Mr. Ince and his neigh- Election. Ms. Cuccaro did not face tion was a great example of de- bor, Mr. Benoit. Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader any opposition in her Primary. ROCKING GARWOOD...Stilt walkers and jugglers entertain the crowds along mocracy in action. We would like “A great experience, a great Center Street during Sunday’s fifth annual Garwood Rocks street fair. “The residents have spoken. I to thank all those Garwood vot- journey, and I got to work with accept the results. I wish Sara ers who came out and voted in an amazing group of people. I the best and we will go forward support of our ‘Democrats for look forward to giving back to the from here,” said Mayor community with or without an Russo Details Petro/Casale Lombardo. official title,” Ms. Guerrero said. Councilwoman Todisco’s run- Probitas Verus Honos Councilman Marc Lazarow, who ning mates, Michael Ince and supported Ms. Todisco and her Demolition, Cleanup of Site Sean Benoit, also won their team, said he was “thrilled and Democratic Primary races over Workshop to Address excited our town believed in the By MICHAEL BONACCORSO Mr. Minks. He said rumors had begun to develop, suggesting Jennyfer Guerrero and Vincent Todisco, Ince and Benoit cam- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Kearney. Mr. Ince received 373 Clutter Control paign.” residents will be exposed to “(air- votes and Mr. Benoit received CRANFORD — The Friends of “I am so excited for them to GARWOOD — Russo Develop- borne) cancer-cluster smog,” 380 votes to Mr. Kearney’s 153 the Cranford Public Library will present their ideas for the entire ment held a town-hall meeting stated Mr. Minks. votes and Ms. Guerrero’s 173 present a workshop entitled town,” Councilman Lazarow said. last Wednesday evening at Lin- “(Russo Development) will have votes. “Conquer Clutter” on Tuesday, Ms. Todisco’s uncle and coln School to address any resi- licensed and certificated profes- “I am completely honored and June 26, at 7:30 p.m., at the Garwood resident John Todisco dent concerns regarding public sionals who will be at the site humbled by today’s election re- Cranford Community Center. said his family is “so proud of her safety during the Petro/Casale daily,” Mr. Minks said. sults. I am excited about the mo- Professional organizer Linda (Sara). building demolition on South The professionals hired have mentum our campaign has gener- Anders, proprietor of COC Enter- “I wish my father and her grand- Avenue and subsequent cleanup. “untainted and unblemished ated. The Primary has empow- prises LLC and a member of the father (a lifetime Garwood resi- Russo Development attorney records in doing this work,” Mr. ered our party by energizing vot- National Association of Profes- dent) was here for this. I know Christopher Minks stated “para- Minks said. ers’ voices early,” Ms. Todisco said. sional Organizers, will talk about she will remain committed to our mount” to the cleanup process is Resident Sal Piarulli, a member Ms. Todisco said she wanted to how to deal with clutter around awesome borough,” Mr. Todisco “human safety.” Mr. Minks said of the Garwood Board of Educa- thank Mayor Lombardo for his 25 the home. said. residents should be informed the tion, said Russo should make years of service, which includes Her program is designed to help Mr. Ince’s wife, Robyn Ince, cleanup “has not begun,” com- sure it is “doing better” than EPA 21 years as a borough council- individuals eliminate “paper piles” said, “The people have spoken. mencing once the school year standards. man from 1987 to 2007. and find unused space. No regis- The campaign was very profes- ends. “The EPA said the World Trade “I look forward to a united tration is required for this free sional and a well-informed, is- All demolition processes will fol- Center (site) was clean,” said Mr. Democratic Party for the General program. The Cranford Commu- sue-focused campaign.” low guidelines set by the federal Piarulli, describing air quality af- Election,” Ms. Todisco said. nity Center is located at 220 Republican Primary candidates Environmental Protection Agency ter the September 11th tragedy. Garwood Democratic Party Walnut Avenue and is accessible were uncontested. Ms. Cuccaro (EPA) and state law, stated Mr. Mr. Minks said Russo Develop- Chairman Hugh Sinclair, who sup- to all. For more information about received 150 votes as the mayoral Minks. The meeting was held to ment requires that its subcon- ported Mayor Lombardo and his the Friends of the Cranford Pub- nominee. Republican council nomi- ease residents concerns sur- tractors and employees observe team, stated, “I will do all I can to lic Library, go to nees include Kimberly Salmon, rounding “baseless claims and standards exceeding federal law bring us (all Democrats) back cranfordlibrary.org and click on receiving 148 votes, and Jennifer fear mongering,” not because of and state law requirements. He together as chairman.” Friends of the Library. Sirak, garnering 142 votes. actual impending hazards, stated CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-21 Thursday, June 7, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary fellow council members, does not attack them publicly, but rather Russo Details Petro Demolition Local Letters to the Editor tries to work closely with them to seek out solutions to the difficult issues we face as a community. said the New Jersey Department originating from the site. Russo Development’s Demoli- Why I Am Voting for Ileen Cuccaro With redevelopment plans mov- of Environmental Protection ing forward, I fully believe that (NJDEP) has stricter cleanup tion Project Manager, Roman Gorfinkel, said he will oversee Ileen Cuccaro is the ideal candi- guidelines than the EPA, thus In The Garwood November Election date that Garwood needs for benefiting New Jersey residents. the demolition on a daily basis, making sure all rules are fol- While redevelopment is cur- her commitment to continually mayor now as we enter into a new “Let’s get this thing going,” said phase of Garwood’s history yet to resident Pat DiFabio. lowed. Mr. Gorfinkel said all haz- rently underway for the town of invest in Garwood as a long-time ardous material hauling loads will Garwood, we need leadership to homeowner, taxpayer, and real- be written. While Ileen supports Mr. DiFabio said he lived across redevelopment, as so many of us from the ALCOA aluminum plant arrive at pre-determined dump- ensure that our town is led into estate agent (One in Garwood by ing sites that deal specifically making the right decisions. This the way) to help ensure this town residents also do, she does not as a child and worked there as a support overdevelopment. Ileen teenager. ALCOA aluminum with such materials. is why I am voting for Ileen continues to thrive economically. Borough Clerk and resident Cuccaro for Mayor this Novem- In my opinion, Ileen has proven is the leader we need at this time owned the property before it was to help take a closer look at what sold to Petro/Casale. Christina Ariemma said she works ber. Ileen has been a resident what it takes to be a successful across the street from the demo- over 50 years and is someone leader and has the insight to get will be proposed for our town “I will be 90. I ain’t dead yet,” going forward to ensure that the said Mr. DiFabio. lition site and has “full faith” Russo who can think outside of the box the job done. She fully under- Development will foster a safe and has always made it a point to stands the infrastructure of this downstream ramifications are EcolSciences Vice-President Pe- taken into consideration early on ter Hansen said he will oversee demolition environment protect- take into consideration the needs town and, in her short tenure on ing residents including herself. of all of the residents of Garwood. the council, has been the driving and upfront. Ileen is someone the Petro/Casale property soil who fully understands that that cleanup. Mr. Hansen said guide- Mr. Minks said the demolition I have always known Ileen to be force to push the needle to help process including important a stand up, honest person and get the taxpayers of this town the infrastructure of a one-square lines are followed to assure soil mile town such as Garwood would contamination is confined to the dates, activity and any possible key contributor to our commu- some relief for the first time in 17 demolition shutdowns, including nity. Like so many successful years. not be able to handle the de- property. Mr. Hansen said con- mands of such overdevelopment taminated soil is removed the environmental setbacks or haz- businesswomen, Ileen has always Ileen spearheaded the move- ards, will be updated on the bor- balanced the demands of being a ment to reach across party lines that is currently being imposed same day it is excavated. He said on our town and so many of our all contaminated soil will be trans- ough website. devoted mother with her full- and look for options to achieve a Mr. Minks said any residents time career. freeze on our real estate taxes neighboring municipalities. ported in a contained process via Ileen is the ideal candidate for barrels or utilizing tarp. who still have concerns can reach She is fully committed to and should be commended for out to Russo Development. Garwood and shows this through her leadership. It should be noted mayor as she possesses strong Environmental Health Investi- leadership skills and has always gations, Inc. President William that this was one of the major items on her running platform maintained a high level of integ- S. Kerbel said he will be respon- Joseph Sarno Resigns from Council, rity and transparency regarding sible for overseeing the demoli- when she rang my bell a couple of years ago that made me vote her platform with the residents tion process regarding the plant’s Moving to Scotch Plains of Garwood. I would also like to physical structure. He said the for her for a council seat. Today, I am pleased to see that she remind voters that Ileen has hazardous pollutants in the ma- Dear Ms. Christina Ariemma, appreciative of the numerous op- made it clear for years that should terial were approved for con- Honorable Mayor Lombardo, and portunities being Councilman delivered on this promise once being elected into office. Finally, would like to hear from the resi- struction purposes many years members of council, please ac- provided me and the skills it dents and that she always felt ago when the Petro/Casale plant cept this letter as my formal helped me build in being a better some change you can believe in with Ileen’s leadership! our concerns should be taken was constructed. Years of medi- resignation from my position as professional at home and at work. into consideration. cal research has shown the ma- Councilman effective immedi- I feel better prepared in taking Ileen faces the tough questions head on, she does not cower Therefore, this November I ask terials used when “pulverized ately, as my wife and I will be on different challenges every day to you join me and support Ileen could release cancer-causing moving to Scotch Plains to move and I can thank being an elected away or deflect to appease those in the moment with undelivered Cuccaro for Mayor of Garwood. contaminants through dust (as- into our new home and begin our Councilman for that. I look for- Ileen is someone who takes the bestos),” Mr. Kerbel stated. next journey. This announcement ward to reconnecting in the fu- promises just to make us happy to hear what she has to say. time to listen to her fellow resi- Mr. Kerbel said the air will be comes with a heavy heart as I ture and am available as a re- dents and takes into consider- monitored for dust particulates. have sincerely enjoyed my time source to each of you. Anyone can talk the talk, what we need is someone with strong ation the financial impact that He said if dust particulates ex- on council serving the people of I wish the Borough of Garwood the decisions of our local govern- ceed specific guideline levels, the Garwood. good luck and fortune as it dis- leadership skills and a clear plat- form to serve as our mayor, not ment could ultimately have on demolition must cease for a given Being a Garwood Councilman embarks on a new journey and I the taxpayers, retirees, and all period of time. has been one of the most re- only wish this borough and its someone who is going to dodge the tough issues and just pro- those living on a fixed income The dust particulates are warding experiences in my life. people the very best as it moves who reside in Garwood. tracked via advanced technol- Despite our differences, I will forward. Thank you and God pose to distribute more mailers ogy in real time, stated Mr. miss being on the dais discussing Bless. which really serve us no purpose Kathleen (Kat) Patterson Kerbel. During demolition, water various issues and working with besides wasting more paper. Garwood will be sprayed as per procedure each of you for the betterment of Joe Sarno Ileen Cuccaro is my top choice Garwood at the site to suppress the dust this great borough. I am deeply for Mayor of Garwood as she is ANOTHER LETTER ON NEXT PAGE someone who works with her Page S-22 Thursday, June 7, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Letter to the =Editor Lockey Maisonneuve Pens Her Staff Knows How Memoir of Survival To Satisfy Customers As a former Cranford resident CRANFORD – When one is is that her memoir will inspire who used to work at Westfield beaten down by unrelenting others who, armed with the Memorial Library and whose forces, physically and mentally knowledge that it is possible to friend, Joan Hackett, was a for long periods of time, the con- achieve, can embark on their Westfield resident, I’m proud of cept of healing is not just out of own journey of healing. Anne Laird who runs the Town reach, but unfathomable. A Girl Says Ms. Maisonneuve, “Here’s Bookstore in Westfield, NJ. Anne Raised by Wolves, while an hon- the thing; they didn’t break me. and her staff know how to satisfy est retelling of the trauma and Throughout my entire healing customers. They will even order hardships faced by author Lockey journey, this has been my man- out-of-print books, DVDs, and Maisonneuve throughout her life- tra. They didn’t break me.” VHS videos. time, is more importantly a first Ms. Maisonneuve will be hold- Thank God the Town Bookstore step for those trapped under the ing a book signing on Monday, darkness of anger, shame and June 11 at 6 p.m. at Kilkenny exists in Westfield, on East Broad KNIGHTS SUPPORT SQUAD...Msgr. Walsh Council 5437 Garwood Grand Street. My departed friend Joan resentment towards the journey House, 112 South Ave East, Knight Michael Collings presents Garwood First Aid Squad Captain Gene of healing. Through humor, grit Cranford. Hackett, who had a high IQ com- Kobliska with a $250 donation during the squad’s Annual Fund Drive. Also bined with high common sense and “Jersey Girl” sarcasm, Ms. pictured are members of the First Aid Squad on the right and Knights of Maisonneuve asserts that heal- level like I do, was a Westfield Columbus Chaplain Msgr. Ron Marczewski and fellow Knights on the left. Coco to Be Screened resident who attended Garwood ing is possible against all odds St. Anne’s Church and Cranford and shares, through trial and At Hanson Park St. Michael’s Church with me. error, which techniques worked Shakespeare Production for her to finally identify as a CRANFORD — The community Joan was also an avid reader, is invited to bring their blankets and we enjoyed many conversa- survivor and move beyond the horrors of her past. and chairs for a Movie in the Park tions about the joys of Cranford on Saturday, July 14, at Hanson and Westfield. To Be Staged In Cranford Ms. Maisonneuve is a survivor of abusive alcoholic parents. As Park, located at 38 Springfield I’m grateful to God to have had CRANFORD — The Hudson of the Cranford Public Library, Avenue, Cranford. Joan as a friend, and glad that an adolescent, her father sold Shakespeare Company will come will be performed in the Cranford her into sex trafficking where she The feature presentation will Anne Laird’s Town Bookstore to Cranford for a performance of Community Center. be Coco, a 2017 animated fan- continues to thrive. endured unspeakable sexual, William Shakespeare’s All’s Well The Hudson Shakespeare Com- physical and emotional abuse for tasy film produced by Pixar Ani- Martha McLoughlin That Ends Well, directed by Jon pany has presented more than years. Later in her life, while mation Studios and released by Lakewood, NJ Ciccarelli, on Monday, July 30. A 100 productions since 1992, in- deep into the recovery and heal- Walt Disney Pictures. The story court romance set in 18th-cen- cluding an annual Shakespeare ing process, she was diagnosed follows a 12-year-old boy named tury France and Italy, the play festival, modern theater and edu- with breast cancer and under- Miguel Rivera who is accidentally features comic subplots, sword- cational programs. The company went two mastectomies. As if transported to the land of the Probitas Verus Honos play, seduction and (perhaps) is known for producing many that weren’t enough tragedy for dead, where he seeks the help of unrequited love. The production, lesser-known and lesser-per- one lifetime, while undergoing his deceased musician great- which is sponsored by the Friends formed works, “in order to ex- chemo and multiple reconstruc- great-grandfather to return him Forker Graduates from pose audiences to all facets of tive surgeries, her mother was to his family among the living. Reading is Good For You Elizabethan and Jacobean stabbed and brutally murdered. The film won two Academy Coastal Carolina Univ. drama.” One of Shakespeare’s The story would end here but Awards for Best Animated Fea- CONWAY, S.C. – Approximately “problem plays” (works not eas- for Ms. Maisonneuve’s amazing ture and Best Original Song (“Re- 1,183 students were eligible to ily categorized as comedies or turnaround and uncanny ability member Me”). walk in Coastal Carolina tragedies), All’s Well That Ends to integrate a raunchy, no holds This free family movie night will University's graduation exer- Well draws parallels between love barred comedic element into her start at dusk, approximately 8:30 cises, held on campus at the HTC and war. healing process. p.m. There will be popcorn and Student Recreation Center and No registration is required for A Girl Raised by Wolves is a refreshments for sale and fun for Convocation Center in three this free program. The Cranford powerful story of inspiration that the entire family. Movie in the separate ceremonies May 4 and Community Center is located at will lead readers on an emotional Park is presented by the Hanson 5. 220 Walnut Avenue and is acces- rollercoaster reeling intermit- Park Conservancy, the Cranford Among those students who sible to all. For more information tently between laughter and Municipal Alliance and Friends of graduated is Nellie Forker from about the Friends of the Cranford tears. The book is one woman’s the Cranford Public Library. For Cranford, earning a Bachelor of goleader.com/subscribe Public Library, visit empowering journey towards more information, visit Arts in English. cranfordlibrary.org. healing. Ms. Maisonneuve’s wish hansonparkconservancy.com. Page S-23 Thursday, June 7, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary paraphernalia after police session of a CDS in a motor Additionally, the driver was is- Saturday, June 2, Paul Conte, stopped a 2018 Honda on Cen- vehicle. sued motor vehicle summonses 57, of Cranford was arrested and tennial Avenue near Raritan Road Friday, June 1, Paul Discepolo, for riding on parts not intended, charged with driving while in- for a seatbelt violation. Kyle- 25, of Garwood was arrested and failure to wear a seatbelt and toxicated (DWI) after police CRANFORD Knight, a passenger in the ve- charged with possession of a hy- having an unregistered vehicle. stopped a 2000 Buick on Centen- Sunday, May 13, David hicle, was processed and pro- podermic syringe after police Saturday, June 2, Tyler Bailey, nial Avenue near Buchanan Street Tenbroeck, 36, of Cranford was vided with a Municipal Court ap- stopped a 2017 Chevrolet on 21, of Summit was arrested and for a seatbelt violation. Conte arrested and charged with pos- pearance date. Additionally, the North Avenue East at John Street charged with possession of a was processed and provided with session of a controlled danger- driver was issued motor vehicle for failure to maintain their lane. controlled dangerous substance a Municipal Court appearance ous substance and possession of summonses for a seatbelt viola- Discepolo, a passenger in the (CDS), possession of parapher- date. Additionally, he was issued drug paraphernalia. Tenbroeck tion and for driving with a sus- vehicle, was processed and pro- nalia and possession of a hypo- motor vehicle summonses for was arrested after police units pended license. vided with a Municipal Court ap- dermic syringe. The arrest was driving with a suspended license were dispatched to a residence Monday, May 28, Patricia pearance date. Additionally, the the result of a motor vehicle stop and failure to wear a seatbelt and on the 100 block of Besler Av- Desalvo, 45, of Clark was ar- driver was issued a motor ve- of a 2013 Mazda on South Av- careless driving. enue for a welfare check. Follow- rested and charged with DWI hicle summons for failure to keep enue East near Lincoln Avenue ing an investigation on scene, and use of a controlled danger- right. East for a cracked windshield. Jazz Pianist to Give Tenbroeck was arrested and ous substance after she was in- Friday, June 1, Lamar Spencer, Following an investigation at the charged with suspected cocaine volved in a motor vehicle acci- 36, of East Orange was arrested scene, Bailey, the driver, was Concert In Cranford and paraphernalia located in his dent at the intersection of Wal- and charged with possession of arrested and charged with sus- CRANFORD — The Friends of home. He was processed and nut Avenue and South Avenue less than 50 grams of suspected pected heroin and a hypodermic the Cranford Public Library in- released pending a state Supe- East. Desalvo was processed and marijuana and possession of syringe located on his person. He vites the community for an rior Court date. provided with a Municipal Court paraphernalia. The arrest was was processed and provided with evening with concert pianist Gil Thursday, May 24, Jullian appearance date. In addition, she the result of a motor vehicle stop a state Superior Court appear- Scott Chapman on Monday, July Ferguson, 22, of Irvington was was issued a motor vehicle sum- of a 2016 Hyundai on North Av- ance date. Additionally, he was 23, at 7:30 p.m., in the Cranford arrested and charged with pos- mons for careless driving related enue East near Elizabeth Avenue issued motor vehicle summonses Community Center. session of less than 50 grams of to the crash. for a seatbelt violation. Spencer, for an obstructed view, not hav- A classically-trained jazz pia- suspected marijuana and pos- Sunday, May 29, Anna Villena, a passenger in the vehicle, was ing a valid driver’s license in his nist, Mr. Chapman holds a Bach- session of drug paraphernalia. 45, of Elizabeth was arrested processed and provided with a possession and for possession of elor of Fine Arts in Jazz Studies The arrest was the result of a and charged with possession of Municipal Court appearance date. a CDS in a motor vehicle. and Master of Music (improvisa- motor vehicle stop of a 2007 drug paraphernalia. The arrest tion) from the University of Michi- Honda on Centennial Avenue near was the result of a motor vehicle gan. He has won and placed in a Raritan Road for not signaling a stop of a 1999 Ford on North number of classical piano com- turn. Ferguson was processed Avenue East for unclear plates. petitions, performed at Carnegie and provided with a Municipal Villena, a passenger in the ve- Hall, the Kennedy Center and the Court appearance date. Addition- hicle, was processed and pro- Monterey Jazz Festival, and per- ally, he was issued motor vehicle vided with a Municipal Court ap- formed alongside many cel- summonses for driving with a pearance date. Additionally, the ebrated artists. suspended license, having an un- driver was issued motor vehicle He helped to develop the registered vehicle and posses- summonses for unclear plates. Gershwin Initiative, a long-term sion of a controlled dangerous Thursday, May 31, Amanda partnership between the Univer- substance in a motor vehicle. Maurer, 23, of Cranford was ar- sity of Michigan and the Gershwin Thursday, May 24, Rafael rested and charged with distri- family, bringing the music of Batista, 52, of Edison was ar- bution of a controlled dangerous George and Ira Gershwin to schol- rested and charged with driving substance (CDS), possession of ars and audiences worldwide. He while intoxicated (DWI) after he a CDS, possession of a CDS near resides in Westfield. was involved in a motor vehicle a school and possession of para- “What thrills me about music, accident at Centennial Avenue phernalia. The arrest was the especially jazz, is the unexplored, and Raritan Road. Batista was result of a motor vehicle stop of the unknown,” he said. “And the processed and released to a re- a 2014 Chevrolet on Pine Street irony is you’re completely un- sponsible adult. He was provided near Mansion Terrace for a view aware of that unexplored terri- with a municipal court appear- obstruction. Following an inves- tory until you get there — that ance date. Additionally, Batista tigation at the scene, Maurer, journey excites me!” was issued a motor vehicle sum- the driver, was arrested and No registration is required for mons for delaying traffic related charged with suspected heroin this free concert. The Cranford to the crash. located inside the vehicle. She Community Center is located at Sunday, May 27, Shaquan Kyle- was processed and provided with Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader 220 Walnut Avenue, and is ac- Knight, 19, of East Orange was a state Superior Court appear- RUNNING FOR CENTENNIAL VILLAGE...Runners take part in Sunday’s cessible to all. For more informa- arrested and charged with pos- ance date. Additionally, she was Centennial Village Velocity 5K Race in Cranford. The event raised money for tion about the Friends of the session of less than 50 grams of issued motor vehicle summonses The Centennial Village Group, which works for the improvement of Cranford's Cranford Public Library, visit marijuana and possession of drug for a view obstruction and pos- Centennial Village District. cranfordlibrary.org.