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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, November 5, 2009 OUR 119th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 45-2009 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Skibitsky Defeats Brennan; GOP Increases Majority on Council By MICHAEL J. POLLACK and victorious Tuesday evening, Republi- Winning re-election, Mayor Andy MAGGIE DIGGORY Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cans will now enjoy an 8-1 majority in Skibitsky carried 63 percent of the Westfield. The GOP kept the mayor’s Westfield vote (7,076), with Demo- WESTFIELD – Celebrating at Echo seat and won three of four council crat Bill Brennan pulling in the re- Lake Country Club (ELCC) after a races, picking up a seat in Ward 4. maining 37 percent (4,205). Two Republican newcomers will join Mayor Skibitsky on the council; in Ward 1, Sam Della Fera received 58 percent of the vote (1,684), while Demo- crat Janice Siegel pulled in 42 percent (1,205). Mr. Della Fera replaces Sal Caruana, who did not seek re-election. In Ward 4, fellow Republican new- comer Keith Loughlin (1,503) was elected by a 52-48 percent margin over incumbent Democrat Tom Bigosinski (1,371), who won by a single vote in 2005 over Republican Eric Leuthold. “Eric lost by just one vote,” Mr. Loughlin said during his remarks. “This victory is yours, too, along with mine.” Running unopposed, Vicki Kimmins, David Samsky for The Westfield Leader a Republican incumbent in Ward 2, re- TRIUMPH...Republican Governor-elect Chris Christie and his Lieutenant Governor running mate, Kim Guadagno, salute ceived 1,811 votes. the crowd at their election headquarters in Parsippany Tuesday night following their victory over Governor Jon Corzine. The sole Democrat to emerge vic- torious, incumbent David Haas (1,456) will return to the council to Bramnick, Munoz Win in Dist. 21; represent Ward 3 after winning by a 56-44 percent margin over Republi- can newcomer Tom Delaney (1,138). Green, Stender Re-elected in Dist. 22 Westfield Republican Chairman Jon Bramnick, who won re-election him- By PAUL J. PEYTON and FRED ROSSI Christie’s victory over Democratic In the neighboring 22nd District, self on Tuesday night to the state As- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Governor Jon Corzine, Mr. Bramnick Democratic incumbents Linda sembly, said the Republican slate re- AREA — Republican Assembly said, “In a democracy, when you’re in Stender of Fanwood, 24,133, and Jerry mained victorious because of its mem- members Jon Bramnick (LD-21, a position of power, you have to de- Green of Plainfield, 23,667, survived bers’ “honesty and effective leadership.” Westfield) and Nancy Munoz (LD- liver. And one thing about Americans, a close battle waged by Scotch Plains Calling the night “bittersweet” be- 21, Summit) easily won re-election whether in New Jersey or Wyoming, if Republicans Martin Marks, 21,810, cause of Mr. Delaney’s defeat, Assem- Tuesday by defeating Democrats you don’t deliver, they’ll get rid of the former township mayor, and Wil- blyman Bramnick said to Mr. Delaney, Bruce Bergen of Springfield and you. They don’t care if you’re a Demo- liam “Bo” Vastine, 20,737. “I know you’ll be back.” Norman Albert of Cranford. crat, Republican or Independent.” Mr. Marks, who previously ran un- Third Ward Councilman Mark Mr. Bramnick and Mrs. Munoz, Mrs. Munoz said, “This is the first successfully for state Senate in 2003 Ciarrocca, who served as campaign the widow of Assemblyman Eric election I’ve won outside of a pri- and for Congress in 2008, speaking to director for Mayor Skibitsky, recog- Munoz, a trauma surgeon who died mary, and I believe [the late Assem- supporters at the Sun Tavern in nized Asm. Bramnick and said the Re- following emergency cardiac surgery blyman] Eric was with us tonight.” Fanwood, said it was “disappointing publican ticket’s success is a “reflec- in April, received 43,261 and 43,361 “I feel I’m channeling Eric. He’d to have come up short,” but noted that Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader tion of Jon’s leadership.” votes, respectively, to Mr. Bergen’s be so proud. I will continue to do the he and Mr. Vastine had outpolled Mrs. GOP JOY IN WESTFIELD...Second Ward Councilwoman Vicki Kimmins, top, “We did not have all the results we 23,306 and Mr. Albert’s 22,806. hard work and continue [to support Stender in her hometown of Fanwood. who ran unopposed, shares in the election celebration with Mayor Andy Skibitsky initiatives that adhere to] his values. Mr. Marks said he hoped Mrs. Tuesday night at Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield. Asm. Jon Bramnick (LD- wanted…but we are elated by the work Mr. Bramnick, the Republican 21) of Westfield, bottom, and Asw. Nancy Munoz (LD-21) of Summit also are of all five candidates. They showed deputy whip, won a fourth term in the He would be so happy,” Mrs. Munoz Stender, Mr. Green and the Demo- pleased with their winning votes. what good government means to Assembly, while Mrs. Munoz won said. “He told me a year and a half cratic majority in next year’s state Westfield,” Mr. Ciarrocca added. her first full term. before he died that if anything hap- Legislature “realize the grave situa- Mayor Skibitsky, with his children Celebrating at the Echo Lake Coun- pened to him, he wanted me to serve tion this state is in.” Mirabelli Named New and wife Debbie at his side, thanked the try Club in Westfield, Mr. Bramnick in his place. I believe this is the right He said he lamented “not having citizens of Westfield for “recognizing said, “We are extremely pleased that thing for me.” worked extra hard” to unseat incum- the results of the first term.” voters have expressed confidence in Mentioning the Lunsford Act in bents who he said “do not work on Mayor in Mountainside “It’s very humbling to win again, [what we believe is] ethical and re- particular, she said her husband your (the voters’) behalf.” By ERIC D. WILDSTEIN “Mountainside is a great borough,” and by an overwhelming majority,” sponsible leadership.” “fought for the vulnerable and cared Mr. Vastine, making his first run for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mr. Mirabelli said after taking his oath. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Speaking after Republican Chris tremendously for others... I share his elective office, said the fact that he and MOUNTAINSIDE – The “Mayor Viglianti was the heart of this values and am just as passionate about Mr. Marks, in the face of being out- Mountainside Borough Council on community, and I will continue to do a those initiatives,” she said. numbered in Democratic voter regis- Tuesday officially named former Coun- great job, as he did for so many years.” Clark, Rahway Mayors Democrats, however, maintained tration and outspent in advertising, did cil President Paul Mirabelli as its new Councilman Turner, who has served control of the General Assembly and “as well as we did speaks of frustration mayor, replacing six-term Mayor Rob- 18 years on the council, will fill Mr. will continue to hold a 48-32 advan- and the trouble this state is in.” ert Viglianti, who died of cancer last Mirabelli’s seat as council president. Call for RVSA Oversight tage, although one GOP seat was Union County Republican Chair- month. The GOP will soon convene to select a By WAYNE BAKER “How many of the mayors had taken vacant headed into Election Day. The man Phil Morin called the Marks- Along with Mr. Mirabelli, Council- nominee to fill the vacant seat on the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader a tour of RVSA’s facility?” He stated Democrats also control the Senate, Vastine team “a tremendous ticket.” men Glenn Mortimer and Keith Turner council. CLARK — At a press conference that “if they really want oversight, which was not up for election this Calls to Asw. Stender seeking com- – the senior-most members of the coun- A formal swearing-in ceremony will held last Wednesday, three mayors, make yourself a commissioner.” Mr. year, by a 23-17 margin. ments were not returned by press cil – were nominated for the vacant take place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, No- Sal Bonaccorso of Clark, James Chin acknowledged that Rahway’s The 21st District includes deadline. position by the local GOP committee. vember 24. Special elections will be Kennedy of Rahway and John mayor, Mr. Kennedy, had served for a Westfield, Cranford, Garwood and Michael J. Pollack contributed to Mr. Mirabelli steps into the mayoral held next November to fill the remain- McCormac of Woodbridge, called for time as a commissioner, a point also Mountainside. this story. role after 12 years as a councilman and ing time on Mr. Viglianti’s mayoral and an oversight committee to watch the made by Mr. Kennedy at the press two years as council president. Mr. Mirabelli’s council terms. actions of the Rahway Valley Sewer- conference. age Authority’s (RVSA) board of When contacted by The Westfield Hak, Sluka Win GW Seats; commissioners. Leader, RVSA Executive Director Democrats Maintain 9-0 Mr. Bonaccorso, in comments fol- Michael Brinker revealed that lowing an October 28 press confer- among RVSA’s management and Villaggio Loses Re-election ence, described the concept of the board, “nobody was invited” to the By LAUREN S. BARR The Garwood Borough Council will Majority on Freeholder Bd. committee as “not looking to be criti- press conference. Mr. Brinker said Specially Written for The Westfield Leader now have two Republicans, four Demo- cal, but to be helpful.” Mr. Kennedy New Jersey regulations do not al- GARWOOD — Tuesday night was crats and Democratic Mayor Dennis By SARA MAGNOLA AND FRED ROSSI making her first run for elected of- McCarthy. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader fice, garnered 47,842 and 49,097 commented that the 1947 laws creat- low borrowing through state pro- a split vote for the Garwood Council, ing authorities make them “very in- grams for longer than 20 years. So, with incumbent Democrat Keith Sluka, Councilman-elect Hak, who ran and MOUNTAINSIDE — Union votes, respectively. Independent can- lost a bid for a seat on council in 2008, didates Hope Thompson, 3,958, and dependent from municipalities.” A according to Mr. Brinker, the au- 666, and Republican Tim Hak, 676, County Democrats posted their 15th question about the legality of such a thority, under pressure from mu- winning the two three-year terms on told The Westfield Leader that he has, consecutive victory in the seven-can- Karen Gielen, 3,389, both of “always respected” Councilwoman Plainfield, ran on a line with Plainfield committee was responded to with a nicipalities, was forced to borrow the borough council. Mr. Hak defeated didate race for three seats on the comment that the recommendations at market rates rather than the sub- incumbent Democrat Kathleen Villaggio’s work but that there is “al- Board of Chosen Freeholders on Tues- mayoral candidate Deborah Dowe. ways room for change in any town.” Surrogate James LaCorte of Eliza- of the panel would be non-binding. market rates in the state program to Villaggio, 658. Republican candidate day night and will continue to hold a Mr. McCormac said anything more extend the debt to 30 years. Jim Matheson lost his bid for a seat on He thanked the people of Garwood 9-0 majority when the board reorga- beth, a Democrat, won a third, five- year term with 58,239 votes to Re- would require a change to the RVSA Mr. Brinker also said RVSA’s 2009 the council with 655 votes. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 nizes in January. Democrats have held bylaws. operating budget of $15.4 million is all nine seats since 1998. publican Art Zapolski’s, a Linden at- torney and retired colonel in the Both Rahway and Woodbridge re- spread among roughly 100,000 house- Celebrating their victory at ceive sewerage services from both holds. This yields an operating cost L’Affaire Fine Caterering on Route United States Air Force Reserves, 46,891. the Middlesex County Utilities Au- portion of RVSA’s charges of about 22 in Mountainside were Freeholders thority (MCUA) and RVSA, and both $154 per home before industrial use Al Mirabella of Fanwood, Deborah With the GOP showing optimism of a victory this year, Mr. Mirabella had prepared comparison charts. A is deducted. Mr. Brinker also said this Scanlon of Union and Freeholder- chart provided by Woodbridge cost roughly doubles when debt ser- Elect Mohamed Jalloh of Roselle. called his party’s campaign “hard” but expressed his appreciation for the showed MCUA’s fees to Woodbridge vice is added in. They received 57,193, 57,359, and rising from nearly $2.1 million in RVSA member municipalities are 53,866 votes, respectively. Republi- support the Democratic candidates received in their efforts. 2005 to just over $3.1 million in 2010 subject to a 4 percent annual cap to cans Anthony Sytko, a Garwood coun- (based on estimates). their budgets, he said, but costs such cilman, and Nicole Cole of Fanwood, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 During the same period, the chart as debt service and insurance are ex- shows RVSA’s fees rising from just cluded. Mr. Brinker said the operat- over $2.75 million to just shy of $6 ing portion of RVSA’s budget had million. The chart shows the total dropped by $75,000 from 2008 to increases at 49 percent for MCUA 2009. and at 117 percent for RVSA. The Following the press conference, mayors acknowledged that substan- Rahway Business Administrator Pe- tial parts of the increase were the ter Pelissier said about 12 years ago result of the court-ordered $250-mil- Rahway contracted with United Wa- lion expansion of RVSA’s facilities. ter to operate the city’s water plant. Mr. Bonaccorso said the mayors He said the plant now operates with GARGANTUAN TASK…Rep. Leonard Lance drops off a copy of the 1,990-page calling for this oversight were bipar- 13 employees, down from the 32 proposed Health Care Reform Bill at the Scotch Plains Public Library on tisan, consisting of two Democrats employees when it was operated by Monday. Rep. Lance urged all residents to read the bill, unveiled by Speaker of and one Republican. He stated that the city. the House Nancy Pelosi, to understand why he strongly opposes it and calls it six mayors were present at the press Mr. Pelissier commented that some “fiscally irresponsible.” The document is also available to the public on his conference, including Scotch Plains specialized staff are not onsite but are website, lance.house.gov, and at his district office in Westfield on North Avenue. Mayor Nancy Malool. shared between multiple United Wa- Alex Taner for The Westfield Leader PAGE INDEX FREEHOLDER SWEEP...Union County Freeholder Chairman Al Mirabella Westfield’s RVSA Commissioner ter locations. Mr. Pelissier had said Allen Chin said the mayors’ actions that this was similar to Scotch Plains Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 11-15 thanks supporters at L’Affaire in Mountainside following the Democrats’ Tues- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Classifieds .... 16 day night victory, as freeholder Deborah Scanlon, Freeholder-elect Mohamed “expresses ‘no confidence’ in their sharing its municipal health services Jalloh and retiring freeholder Chester Holmes look on. commissioners.” Mr. Chin also asked, with Rahway. Community ... 6-8 Sports ...... 11-16 A&E ...... 17-18 Page 10 Thursday, November 5, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication New Restaurant Approved For Bombay Site on Elm Street By CHRISTINA M. HINKE permit with the state Department of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Environmental Protection (DEP), and WESTFIELD – The town’s plan- is waiting to hear on his application. ning board on Monday night approved The seven siblings who own the es- a new restaurant to go in the old Bombay tate plan to sell off the two parcels of store on Central Avenue in the down- land without developing them, Ms. town. Farley said. Currently, the family home The Turning Point, a small chain of still stands on one of the lots. eateries in the state, serves breakfast Ralph Rapuano, a local builder, asked and lunch that owner Kurt Ruoff de- during the public question portion of scribed as “healthy” fare, noting that he the meeting, if the site contained any does not have deep-fat fryers or a char streams. broiler. Venting of the restaurant’s Mr. Watson replied that there are “no Courtesy of Tom Sloan kitchen will occur through the roof. above ground streams or open water.” AMERICANA BABY!...The USS New York arrived Monday at New York Harbor The restaurant will be open seven Mr. Rapuano then asked if there are with a 21-gun salute. Citizens, firefighters, police and EMTs gathered for the arrival. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader days a week from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with any underground streams. The Navy ship was crafted with steel from World Trade Center wreckage to pay HAPPY HALLOWEEN...The Westfield Leader held its annual Halloween Bash at shared parking in the rear with Banana tribute to the victims and survivors of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. the Corbin estate last Friday. Publisher Horace Corbin, pictured, bottom left, Town Engineer Kris McAloon re- dressed as a Philadelphia Phillie. Republic, which is next door, and a sponded, “I don’t know of an under- dance studio on the second floor, as ground stream.” He said there is an well as public municipal parking. existing storm sewer on lot 11. Members of the public, who op- According to Mr. Rapuano, there is a POLICE BLOTTER WF GOP Gains 8-1 Majority posed the application, brought up what spring 15 feet from the corner of the they said was a lack of parking for a CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 existing home. Westfield Scotch Plains was arrested on an outstand- said the mayor, who also acknowl- “I feel we won the campaign even restaurant that seats up to 120 people. Planner Peter Steck, also represent- Monday, October 26, Naim Najieb, 28, ing warrant after an officer responded to a edged the work of the Westfield High though we lost the election,” he said. “I A part of that seating, Mr. Ruoff said, ing the applicant, showed aerial photo- of Elizabeth was arrested on an outstand- report of a fight in progress. Paul was trans- School Young Republicans. got my butt kicked. They’re (Republi- will typically not be used daily and a graphs, maps, and photos of the exist- ing Elizabeth warrant in the amount of ported to police headquarters, where he was space in the back will be used for ing conditions of the property. He said $500 after being stopped for a motor processed and released. According to po- Democratic mayoral challenger cans) going to take credit. It’s tough vehicle violation at South Avenue and lice, Paul was not involved in the fight. Bill Brennan, along with Mr. being a Democrat in a Republican town. private parties, such as bridal and wed- lot 11 is “fully conforming” with the ding showers. zone, as well as lot 10, but with the Sussex Street. He was released on his Mountainside Bigosinski, arrived at ELCC after the In a quiet year, we delivered a good own recognizance per the Elizabeth Court. Thursday, October 29, Marquis Kennedy, victory speeches to concede and con- message,” the Democratic challenger Two of the handicapped parking spots “exception of the side line,” which is in the rear will be moved further away wooded, he noted. He said he planned Tuesday, October 27, Michael DeFazio, 23, of Vauxhall was arrested following a gratulate their opponents. added. 24, of Westfield was arrested after re- motor vehicle stop on Route 22 for alleg- “It’s important to lose with dignity Mr. Haas addressed supporters who from the back door to make way for a to shift the common line of both lots by sponding to Westfield police headquar- edly driving with a suspended license. and grace,” Mr. Brennan said. had gathered in the Antonelli’s great loading zone. Mr. Ruoff said he re- “17 and a fraction feet to give more lot ters to satisfy an active Westfield traffic Thursday, October 29, a resident came “There’s a lot of things I want to say. room and kitchen. ceives deliveries twice a week between to lot 10.” warrant for $130. He was processed and into police headquarters to report that her This town may not be ready for my “[The Democrats] who ran would the hours of 7 and 10 a.m. Mr. Steck said, “The unusual shape released after posting bail. former boyfriend has been harassing her Mike Campagna spoke on behalf of of the property results in a hardship.” Tuesday, October 27, Henry Phillips, on her college campus. According to po- vision. As a trial attorney, at the end have been a benefit to Westfield,” Mr. Jr., 49, of Newark was arrested in the area lice, the victim was told to report the of a case, I don’t say, ‘I won’ or ‘I Haas said. “The Republicans raised the Dr. Anthony Currillo, whose office is He also said they are oversized lots for located on Elmer Street behind the the zone and would not result in over- of East South and Central Avenues on an incidents to campus security. lost.’ I say, ‘The jury came back with level of competition…In two years outstanding Princeton traffic warrant in Friday, October 30, Judith Galarza, 32, a verdict.’ There were a lot of things I [when Mr. Ciarrocca’s Ward 3 seat is location of the proposed restaurant. building, a concern of the town’s mas- He questioned the operating hours of ter plan. the amount of $200. He was transported to of Newark was arrested following a mo- cannot control.” up], I look forward to having someone Westfield police headquarters, processed tor vehicle stop on Route 22 for allegedly Prior to conceding, Mr. Brennan else on the board [council]. We can do the dance studio above in the summer The board unanimously approved and released on his own recognizance per driving with a suspended license and on spoke to supporters at the home of Sal what the Republicans have done – make time, saying that the studio is open in the application. the Princeton Police Department. outstanding warrants out of Union Town- and Pat Antonelli on Kimball Avenue. them work hard.” the morning and would cause a parking Jim Peterson and Cliff Peterson’s Tuesday, October 27, a burglary and ship totaling $1,300. She was transported issue. Mr. Ruoff said he was only aware application was carried over to next theft was reported at a residence on the to police headquarters, where she was of the studio’s current operating hours, month’s meeting, December 7, after 700 block of First Street, with jewelry and processed and turned over to the Union which is after 3 p.m. hearing from the applicant’s planner miscellaneous items stolen. The incident, Township Police Department. County Freeholders Sweep Stuart Neiss, a property owner at 138 and attorney. The board said it did not which is believed to have occurred be- Saturday, October 31, Andrew Elm Street, told the board it would be receive updated architectural plans tween 8:35 a.m. and 6:53 p.m. that day, is Jakubowski, 20, of Mountainside was ar- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “unconscionable” to approve the appli- under investigation by the Westfield Po- rested and charged with possession of less within the 10-day notice period and than 50 grams of suspected marijuana. He “I can’t believe we’re here for a shoes or take his place. (But) I will cation without completion of a traffic could not consider them at the meeting. lice Department’s Detective Bureau. fifth term,” Mr. Mirabella said. “It’s Thursday, October 29, responding to a was transported to police headquarters, carry on his legacy.” pattern study. He said the traffic and The board also wanted to hear from the report of a suspicious motor vehicle in where he was processed and released. remarkable to have the support over In recognition of the next five years parking on Elmer Street is not policed architect. Brightwood Park, police arrested Daniel Saturday, October 31, a resident of all of these years.” he will serve as county surrogate, and there is “bumper to bumper” traffic The applicant proposed to subdivide Dirienzo, 19, of Scotch Plains, along with Creek Bed Road reported that someone Mrs. Scanlon agreed, saying, “So LaCorte said he cannot take personal from 8 to 10 a.m. on Elmer Street. their property at 203-209 Livingston three female juveniles. They were charged had sprayed latex paint on his vehicles, a many people worked so hard. With- credit for his victory. Planning Board Chairman Vince Wilt Avenue to build two duplex homes. In with possession of alcoholic beverages. brick retaining wall and his driveway out their help, we wouldn’t be here. “Without all of you out there, this visibly shook his head no when Mr. doing so, lot 10 at 209 Livingston Street Dirienzo also was charged with offering sometime during the night. According to Thanks for coming out and voting for wouldn’t have happened,” Mr. Ruoff was asked by Mr. Campagna if he would not conform to the zone due to a alcohol to minors. All four were released police, the victim was able to remove the us!” LaCorte said. “I look forward to serv- planned to do a traffic study. Mr. Ruoff to responsible adults. paint from his vehicle, but was uncertain shortage in square feet. The zone re- if it could be removed from the wall and Both incumbents expressed pride ing you for the next five years.” said he did not think it was necessary. quires a minimum of 8,000 square feet Thursday, October 29, Jeffrey Shaw, and enthusiasm regarding the elec- 23, of Irvington was arrested at Union the driveway. Unsuccessful county surrogate can- Burt Modell, the landlord, said he for a duplex. The applicant proposed police headquarters on an outstanding Saturday, October 31, a resident of tion of Mr. Jalloh, the newest Demo- didate Art Zapolski, speaking a GOP has owned the building since 1981 and taking 1,050 square feet of land from Westfield traffic warrant in the amount of Creek Bed Road reported that sometime crat to join the freeholder board. gathering at the Sun Tavern in during that time the “parking lot was 203 Livingston and creating a “jog” on $99. He was released after posting bail. overnight someone had poured latex paint “Mohamed, it’s great to have you,” Fanwood, called the campaign a “mar- never full.” He also said when Bombay 209 Livingston to make up for the Thursday, October 29, the manager of on her driveway. Mrs. Scanlon said. velous experience.” was in business it had tractor-trailers shortage so he could build a two-family an East Broad Street business reported the Saturday, October 31, a resident of Blazo After thanking Freeholder Chester Mr. Sytko and Ms. Cole thanked pull in to the back parking lot to deliver home there. The “jog” depicted on the shoplifting of approximately $620 worth Terrace reported that he heard a suspicious Holmes, who is retiring this year, for campaign manager Glenn Mortimer, furniture. plan is a small square-like piece of of women’s merchandise. The suspects noise outside his residence and that when all of his achievements, Mr. Mirabella a Mountainside councilman, and Sherry Cronin, executive director for were described as two Hispanic females. he went to investigate, he noticed his ga- property that juts out on half the portion rage and vehicles had been hit with eggs. stated that “Mohamed has big shoes County GOP Chairman Phil Morin. the Downtown Westfield Corporation at the end of the lot. Without the extra Friday, October 30, Darell Linton, 19, to fill.” and Jamal Sheppard, 20, both of Scotch According to police, he witnessed a pas- Mr. Morin saluted the ticket, call- (DWC), said, “These are the most va- land, the property would be suitable for Plains, were arrested following a motor senger in a small minivan or SUV throw- In his acceptance speech, Mr. Jalloh ing it “hard-working, strong, young cancies we had in my eight years (with a single-family home, according to the vehicle stop on the 500 block of Hort ing eggs at his vehicles, but it was too dark said he is proud to join the freeholders and energetic.” the DWC).” She said the Bombay site zoning law. Street and charged with possession of less to determine the color of the vehicle. A who he referred to as “wonderful hu- Mr. Sytko said that, given the fi- has been vacant for 22 months. She also “I don’t think this lot layout is in than 50 grams of suspected marijuana. search of the surrounding area for the man beings as well as good freehold- nancial resources he and Ms. Cole said that, “parking utilization is down keeping with article 10 of the design They were each released on their own vehicle was unsuccessful, police said. ers.” faced from the “all-Democratic in the downtown.” criteria,” Town Planner Bill Drew said. recognizance with a summons. Sunday, November 1, a resident of Referring to his predecessor, Mr. county machine,” it was “nothing Board member Robert Newell said, “In my opinion there is not a pre- Saturday, October 31, a resident of the Saddle Brook Road reported that some- Jalloh said, “(Considering) all the short of a miracle” that they polled so “The quantity of onsite parking and an 400 block of Birch Place reported that one threw approximately one dozen eggs dominant lot pattern,” Mr. Watson re- at her house sometime overnight. work he has done for Union County well. Ms. Cole told supporters they adequate municipal lot offers adequate plied. two tires on his motor vehicle were and for the community, I can’t fill his slashed. No suspects were reported. Sunday, November 1, Ramon E. “haven’t seen the last of me.” parking.” Mr. Drew said, “The widths vary but Saturday, October 31, a resident of the Santiago, 34, of Newark was arrested at The board also heard two other ap- configurations are regular,” saying that 800 block of Knollwood Terrace reported Kenilworth police headquarters on an plications. the lots in the area are rectangular. the theft of two lawn ornaments from her outstanding Mountainside warrant in the Attorney John Schmidt represented Mr. Watson said “all of the setbacks front yard. The approximate value of the amount of $500. He was transported to Hak, Sluka Win GW Seats the estate of Eileen Farley, 745-761 are met and there are other two- and theft was $50. police headquarters, where he was pro- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Lenape Trail, which sought to subdi- three-family homes in the area. Saturday, October 31, a resident of the cessed and turned over to the Union 300 block of Tuttle Parkway reported that County Sheriff’s Department for an ac- for their support saying, “I hope that I nor Jon Corzine’s 460 in the borough. vide lots 10 and 11, with a lot line “What we are looking at are lots that adjustment to enlarge lot 10 to mini- are not conforming,” Mr. Drew re- the rear window on his motor vehicle was tive Union County no-bail warrant. can deliver the common sense that I Councilman Sluka pledged to con- broken. The value of the damage was Sunday, November 1, a resident of Creek believe needs to be part of any town tinue the projects that the council had mize its conformance with RS-24, sponded. undetermined and there were no suspects. Bed Road reported that someone splattered management.” already started, including the athletic zoned for a minimum lot size of 24,000 The board suggested that the appli- Saturday, October 31, a resident of the his motor vehicle and his driveway with a “It’s a shame we didn’t both win,” complex, and is “hopeful” that the square feet, requirements. cant withdraw their application and 600 block of Forest Avenue reported that bone colored latex paint. According to po- Council President Sluka told The new councilman will want to work The daughter of Eileen Farley, come back with a variance application the tires on her motor vehicle were cut. lice, the victim was able to remove most of Leader with them. Katherine Farley, spoke on behalf of that asks for a variance in the lot size to The value of the damage was unknown the paint from his vehicle and would try a . Calling his running mate an and there were no suspects. solvent to remove the other damage. “invaluable asset to the town” he at- “It was an honor to serve the resi- the estate. build a two-family home. She said the two lots were bought at After deliberating, the applicant Saturday, October 31, a Fanwood resi- Monday, November 2, Roman M. tributed Councilwoman Villaggio’s dents for the last nine years. I feel I dent turned over to Westfield police head- Waskiw, 34, of Union was arrested on an loss to Republican Gubernatorial can- was part of the future of Garwood,” separate times, one in 1958 and the agreed to withdraw, then after the board other in 1962. The lots were subse- discussed the hearing may be delayed, quarters a black leather wallet that was active Union County no-bail warrant after didate Chris Christie’s win in Councilwoman Villaggio told The found on the 100 block of Elm Street. The officers responded to Upland Road on a Garwood to the Democrat loss. Mr. Leader. “I wish Keith and Tim the quently merged together by the town, the applicant decided to go ahead as wallet contained three U.S. dollars, an inter- report of an assault. According to police, Christie received 803 votes to Gover- best.” according the board. Ms. Farley also planned. national driver’s license and a bank card. while investigating the report of the as- said since they were bought that the Then later, after the board again Monday, November 2, Katie Ladner, sault, they found Waskiw sleeping on a town has acted as both lots were sepa- brought up receiving the new architec- 32, of New Vernon was arrested on an couch, and a subsequent background check rate and assessed taxes for each indi- tural plans too late, the attorney, plan- outstanding Union Township traffic war- revealed the warrant. While in police cus- vidually. ner and applicant asked to meet with rant in the amount of $300 after a motor tody, he also was found to be in possession Planner James Watson, representing board attorney Russ Finestein outside vehicle stop at Summit Court and Rahway of a pipe used for smoking marijuana and With Allstate life insurance, the applicant, showed plans of the lots to discuss the board’s issues. When Avenue. She was transported to Westfield was charged with possession of drug para- to the board and said there are isolated they returned, Mr. Schmidt said he police headquarters, processed and re- phernalia, police said. He was transported leased after posting bail. to police headquarters, where he was pro- love wins. wetlands onsite that are eligible to be wished to carry the application to the Monday, November 2, Stefan Urda, cessed and released. built upon. He said he applied for a fill next meeting. 56, of Avenel was arrested and charged Fanwood with driving while intoxicated (DWI) Thursday, October 29, Rashad A. pursuant to a motor vehicle investigation Watson, 22, of Plainfield was arrested WF Regional Health Dept. at East Broad Street and Springfield Av- following a motor vehicle stop on Terrill enue. He was transported to Westfield Road on an outstanding Fanwood war- police headquarters, processed and later rant. He was processed and released after released to a relative. posting bail. To Hold H1N1 Flu Clinics Scotch Plains Thursday, October 29, Mario Pelaez, 31, WESTFIELD — The Westfield Regional priority groups. Clinics will be scheduled Monday, October 26, Theressa Will- of Elizabeth was arrested following a motor Health Department will be holding two until everyone who wants a shot has re- iams, 46, of Plainfield was arrested on an vehicle stop on LaGrande Avenue on an H1N1 (Swine) flu clinics during the up- ceived one,” according to a department outstanding warrant following a motor outstanding Rahway warrant. He was pro- coming weeks. press release. vehicle stop. She was transported to po- cessed and released after posting bail. The first will be on Tuesday, November For more information, call (908) 789- lice headquarters, where she was pro- Friday, October 30, a business on the 10, at Westfield High School, 550 Dorian 4070. cessed and released. 100 block of Martine Avenue reported that Road, Westfield, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Tuesday, October 27, Horace Allen, 38, sometime overnight, someone spray vaccine to be distributed at this clinic is the WF New Member Pool of East Orange was arrested on an outstand- painted graffiti on the back of his building. Live Attenuated Vaccine (the nasal spray). ing warrant after a motor vehicle stop. He Saturday, October 31, Jonathan P. This type of vaccine will only be given to Registration Update was transported to police headquarters, Knechtel, 19, of Scotch Plains was ar- healthy individuals, without any chronic WESTFIELD — In light of the 2009 where he was processed and released. rested and charged with possession of drug I can help you protect your growing family at an health conditions, who are 2-24 years old; overwhelming interest for Memorial Pool Tuesday, October 27, Joel Douglas, paraphernalia after a field investigation on healthy individuals (without any chronic memberships, resulting in the longest line 21, of Roselle was arrested on an out- North Avenue. He was processed, issued a affordable price. health conditions) who are not older than 49 ever with the earliest cut off time, the standing warrant following a motor ve- summons and released with a court date. Do you have enough life insurance? It’s one of the and are a primary caregiver for an infant recreation commission and department hicle stop. He was transported to police Saturday, October 31, a resident of the under 6 months, or are a licensed healthcare have made a change in new member reg- headquarters, where he was processed 100 block of Midway Avenue reported best ways to provide for your family if something worker with direct patient contact. istration procedures. and released. that someone entered his unlocked motor happens to you. With the right coverage, love The second clinic will be held on Mon- The recreation department began a wait Wednesday, October 28, a resident of vehicle while it was parked in the street wins. Call me today for affordable options. day, November 16, at Summit High School, list April 18, when memberships closed Willow Avenue reported that someone and removed his wallet, which contained 125 Kent Place Boulevard, Summit, from 5 and will continue maintaining a wait list repeatedly called her house and yelled personal items and $300 in cash. to 8 p.m. The vaccine to be distributed at this on a first-come, first-serve basis such as is obscenities into the phone. Sunday, November 1, Mark D. Bower, clinic is inactivated vaccine (the “swine flu done for parking permits and other swim Thursday, October 29, a student at the 34, of Williamsport, Pa. was arrested and shot”). Only the following populations will clubs. The wait list will be ongoing, and Union County Vocational-Technical charged with possession of drug para- Ron Bansky be vaccinated at this clinic: pregnant women; interested residents can sign up any day, Schools reported that someone removed phernalia after a motor vehicle stop on the 908-301-0711 all individuals 6 months to 24 years of age; Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 her cell phone, valued at approximately 300 block of South Avenue. He was pro- individuals who are 25 to 64 years of age, p.m. Application forms can be obtained $250, from her unlocked locker. cessed, issued a summons and released with chronic health conditions; caregivers from the Recreation Office at 425 East Thursday, October 29, an employee at with a court date. of infants under 6 months of age, and li- Broad Street, or downloaded from the a Jerusalem Road office reported that she Sunday, November 1, a resident of the censed healthcare workers with direct pa- recreation-memorial pool website at got into an argument with a co-worker, at 200 block of North Martine Avenue re- 519 South Ave W. tient contact. westfieldnj.gov/recreation. which time the other worker grabbed her ported that someone entered his home Westfield “We ask that the public be patient, as we Once pre-registration of current 2009 arm, causing a bruise. and caused criminal mischief. According will schedule more clinics as soon as we members is completed for the 2010 sea- Friday, October 30, a resident of Coles to police, the victim was uncertain if receive more vaccine. The referenced target son in mid-April, if there are still open- Avenue reported that someone entered anything was missing at this time. groups are determined by the Centers for ings, the recreation department will start her motor vehicle and removed a GPS, Monday, November 2, Lindsey A. Disease Control and Prevention and must contacting those on the wait list – starting valued at approximately $300. Burts, 26, of Scotch Plains was arrested be strictly adhered to by the department. with one and continuing until all open- Saturday, October 31, the manager at a on outstanding warrants out of Franklin Only individuals who meet these target ings are filled. Route 22 convenience store reported that Township and Union City after a field Life insurance offered by Allstate Life Insurance Company: Northbrook, IL, and Lincoln Benefit Life populations will be vaccinated. As more In order to obtain a pool membership, someone came into the store and left with investigation. He was processed and Company: Lincoln, NE. In New York, Allstate Life Insurance Company of New York, Hauppauge, NY. © 2009 Allstate Insurance Company vaccine becomes available, additional clin- residents must be on the wait list at the several soft drinks without paying. turned over to the Franklin Township ics will be scheduled to accommodate other Westfield Recreation Department. Saturday, October 31, Jeff Paul, 49, of Police for failure to post bail. USPS 485200 Thursday, November 5, 2009 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 50TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 45-2009 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] Manduca, Szuch Defeat Dolce, Valian in Fanwood Council Race By TED RITTER and SUZETTE Unofficial results showed Mr. Democrats’] attack campaign really STALKER Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Szuch getting the most votes, with worked against them, [but] I want to 1,394. Mr. Manduca was close be- thank David [Valian] and Donna FANWOOD – Come January, the hind, with 1,387. Ms. Dolce and Mr. [Dolce]; they did a great job.” Borough Council will have a signifi- Valian trailed with 1,317 and 1,262, Mr. Manduca attributed the Re- cantly new and bi-partisan look. Re- respectively. These totals included publican upset to “the decency of the publican council candidates Michael absentee ballots. people of this town.” Szuch and Robert Manduca swept As the final results came in at the “It’s a good night for Fanwood,” the race for two seats on the govern- GOP’s crowded and celebratory elec- Mr. Manduca said, adding that the ing body, handing a double-surprise tion-night headquarters, located at Democrats tried to play “big city poli- defeat to Democratic incumbents Fanwood’s Sun Tavern, Mr. Manduca tics.” Donna Dolce, currently the council approached Mr. Szuch and called him “I thank [Ms. Dolce and Mr. Valian] president, and David Valian. “councilman-elect” for the first time, for their service, but the campaign Mr. Szuch and Mr. Manduca will clearly catching Mr. Szuch by sur- was a shame,” he said. join fellow Republican Anthony prise. Looking ahead to his first council Parenti, the borough’s former police “I feel great,” Mr. Szuch said. “I’m term, Mr. Szuch, a union electrician, chief, on the council, thus creating a very thankful for the support of all said he would like to follow up on the 3-3 bi-partisan split, with Democratic our residents.” results of the borough’s shared ser- Mayor Colleen Mahr as a potential Reflecting on the campaign, Mr. vices study, which is due to be com- tie-breaking vote. Szuch said, “In the end, I think [the pleted by the end of this year. Mr. Szuch also said, “I’d really like to see us put emphasis on rehabilita- tion [of the properties along] Martine Avenue between LaGrande and David Samsky for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times South,” as opposed to the larger-scale TRIUMPH...Republican Governor-elect Chris Christie and his Lieutant Governor running mate, Kim Guadagno, salute redevelopment going on a block away. the crowd at their election headquarters in Parsippany Tuesday night following their victory over Governor Jon Corzine. Mr. Manduca said one of his initial priorities will be to ensure that “Fanwood gets a fair shake,” given the share of local tax dollars “we’re Democrats Keep Their 9-0 Majority already paying” to Union County. He said Fanwood is “getting the short end of the stick” and deserves a “much bigger bang for the buck.” On Union County Freeholder Board As the Republicans celebrated and By SARA MAGNOLA didates Hope Thompson, who cap- received in their efforts. and FRED ROSSI watched for the returns from other Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tured 3,958 votes, and Karen Gielen, “I can’t believe we’re here for a races, the Democratic headquarters with 3,389, both of Plainfield, ran on fifth term,” Mr. Mirabella said. “It’s at the South Street Café in Fanwood, MOUNTAINSIDE — Union a line with Plainfield mayoral candi- remarkable to have the support over normally crowded with the party’s County Democrats posted their 15th date Deborah Dowe. all of these years.” faithful on Election Night, was occu- consecutive victory in the seven-can- Surrogate James LaCorte of Eliza- Mrs. Scanlon agreed, saying, “So Suzette Stalker for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times pied by a small gathering of support- didate race for three seats on the beth, a Democrat, won a third, five- many people worked so hard. Without FANWOOD VICTORY...Fanwood Borough Council election winners, Republi- ers. Despite the disappointing turn- Board of Chosen Freeholders on Tues- year term with 58,239 votes. Repub- their help, we wouldn’t be here. Thanks cans Michael Szuch, left, and Robert Manduca, celebrate at the Sun Tavern in out, Ms. Dolce and Mr. Valian both day night and will continue to hold a lican challenger Art Zapolski, a Lin- for coming out and voting for us!” Fanwood on Tuesday night with Republican Nicole Cole of Fanwood, center, who reflected positively on their cam- 9-0 majority when the board reorga- den attorney and retired colonel in the Both incumbents expressed pride narrowly lost her bid in the race for Union County Freeholder. paigns and their council service. Each nizes in January. Democrats have held United States Air Force Reserves, and enthusiasm regarding the elec- also pledged to continue serving the all nine seats since 1998. received 46,891votes. tion of the newest Democrat to join borough in other capacities. Celebrating their victory at With the GOP showing optimism the freeholder board, Mr. Jalloh. SP-F BOE Picks Winkler “I will continue to work hard for L’Affaire Fine Catering on Route 22 of a victory this year, Mr. Mirabella “Mohamed, it’s great to have you,” Fanwood,” Ms. Dolce told The Scotch in Mountainside were Freeholders Al called his party’s campaign “hard” Mrs. Scanlon said. To Fill Fanwood Seat Vacancy Plains-Fanwood Times at the post- Mirabella of Fanwood, Deborah but expressed his appreciation for the After thanking Freeholder Chester election gathering. “I live here.” Scanlon of Union and Freeholder- support the Democratic candidates CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 By JESSICA E. JASKULA hydrogeologist on environmental She said she felt proud that she and Elect Mohamed Jalloh of Roselle. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times cleanups at Superfund and other sites. her running mate “ran a good cam- They received 57,193, 57,359 and SCOTCH PLAINS — After inter- Also interviewed for the board paign,” but stated that the effect of the 53,866 votes, respectively. Republi- viewing three candidates recently, the member opening were Fanwood resi- New Jersey gubernatorial race, where cans Anthony Sytko, a Garwood coun- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of dents Michael Lewis and Jason Republican Chris Christie defeated cilman, and Nicole Cole of Fanwood, Education (SP-F BOE) has chose Benedict. Democratic incumbent Governor Jon making her first run for elected of- Fanwood resident Amy Winkler to Mr. Lewis has a background in Corzine, on local elections “was just fice, garnered 47,842 and 49,097 serve as board member, filling the customer service and accounting. He CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 votes, respectively. Independent can- seat left vacant by the resignation of has one child in the elementary school Sasha Slocum in September. level. Ms. Winkler has two children at Mr. Benedict is an executive direc- Local Incumbents Re-elected Coles Elementary School and has tor in the information technology de- done volunteer work for the Coles partment at Fordham University PTA, including serving as co-chair of working in the area of information To State Assembly Seats the Earth Day Committee. security. He has one infant child. ByPAUL PEYTON and FRED ROSSI said, “In a democracy, when you’re in “From the time my older child be- Candidates were able to make open- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times a position of power, you have to de- gan attending Coles School, I knew I ing statements and then were asked AREA — Republican Assembly liver. And one thing about Ameri- wanted to be involved and know ev- two prepared questions, which in- members Jon Bramnick (LD-21, cans, whether in New Jersey or Wyo- erything I could about the school and cluded describing some of the steps Westfield) and Nancy Munoz (LD- ming, if you don’t deliver, they’ll get the district,” she told The Scotch they would follow when making a 21, Summit) easily won re-election rid of you. They don’t care if you’re a Alex Taner for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Plains-Fanwood Times. “I began at- decision on a controversial issue, and Tuesday by defeating Democrats Democrat, Republican or Indepen- FREEHOLDER VICTORY...Freeholder Al Mirabella, right, of Fanwood thanks tending PTA meetings right away and what priorities he or she thought the Bruce Bergen of Springfield and dent.” supporters election night on Tuesday at L’Affaire in Mountainside. Mr. Mirabella signed myself up as a volunteer, for district should focus on. Norman Albert of Cranford. Mrs. Munoz said, “This is the first (D) won re-election along with incumbent Freeholder Deborah Scanlon (D), left, nothing in particular, just wherever The candidates also answered fol- Mr. Bramnick and Mrs. Munoz, election I’ve won outside of a pri- of Union and newcomer winner Mohamed Jalloh (D), second left, of Roselle. they might need me.” low-up questions from the board, such the widow of Assemblyman Eric mary, and I believe (the late Assem- “Being involved in the PTA has as what types of volunteering they Munoz, a trauma surgeon who died blyman) Eric (Munoz) was with us been very rewarding and, as my chil- had done, whether in-district or out- following emergency cardiac surgery tonight.” Bratti Wins SP Election; dren grow older, it is an obvious choice of-district. in April, received 43,261 and 43,361 “I feel I’m channeling Eric. He’d for me to be involved at a more dis- The board deliberated for about 45 votes, respectively, to Mr. Bergen’s be so proud. I will continue to do the trict-wide level,” she told The Times. minutes before announcing it had 23,306 and Mr. Albert’s 22,806. hard work and continue [to support GOP Keeps 3-2 Majority “Hearing the board members who chose Ms. Winkler. Mr. Bramnick, the Republican initiatives that adhere to] his values. By FRED T. ROSSI Malool took the mayor’s slot on the have attended our PTA meetings dis- “It was a very hard decision to deputy whip, won a fourth term in the He would be so happy,” Mrs. Munoz Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times governing body, received 3,950 votes cuss the district budget each year, and make,” Board President Trip Assembly, while Mrs. Munoz won said. “He told me a year and a half SCOTCH PLAINS — Republican to Mrs. Mullen’s 3,349, according to reading the reports of the DLT (Dis- Whitehouse told The Times. “All three her first full term. before he died that if anything hap- councilman Dominick Bratti won unofficial results. Mr. Bratti was vic- trict Legislative Team), and occasion- brought different strengths, and they Celebrating at the Echo Lake Coun- pened to him, he wanted me to serve Tuesday’s special election and will torious in 18 of the township’s 22 ally attending board meetings, or all had a background of service in try Club in Westfield, Mr. Bramnick in his place. I believe this is the right serve out the remaining 13 months of voting districts, with Mrs. Mullen watching them from home on the some form or another.” said, “We are extremely pleased that thing for me.” an unexpired term on the township winning in the other four. local cable channel, it became clear “It was nice to see we had three voters have expressed confidence in “Eric fought for the vulnerable (she council. Mr. Bratti’s 54 percent to 46 Mrs. Mullen, who ran unsuccess- to me that being on the board was good choices,” he added. “There was [what we believe is] ethical and re- mentioned his support of the Lunsford percent victory over Democrat fully for council last year, told The something that I wanted to pursue.” truly a desire on each of their parts to sponsible leadership.” Act) and cared tremendously for oth- Theresa Mullen ensures that Repub- Times she was satisfied with her cam- Ms. Winkler said that she chooses to serve.” Speaking after Republican Chris ers. I share his values and am just as licans will continue to control the paign. “It was a great experience run- stay home and focus on her family. In Several board members encouraged Christie’s victory over Democratic passionate about those initiatives,” governing body by a 3-2 margin. ning and meeting residents,” she said the past, she said, she has worked as a CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Governor Jon Corzine, Mr. Bramnick CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 “I’m glad people could see what Tuesday night. After congratulating we’re really about,” Mr. Bratti told Mr. Bratti on his victory, she said she The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times at had “gotten more votes in Scotch Clark, Rahway Mayors Tuesday’s victory party at the Sun Plains today than any other Demo- Tavern in Fanwood, where township CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 party supporters were joined by back- Call for RVSA Oversight ers of Republican candidates from By WAYNE BAKER ment that recommendations of the Fanwood as well as the county and Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times panel would be non-binding. Mr. state legislative levels. Mr. Bratti said CLARK — At a press conference McCormac said anything more would he is looking ahead to a “smoother held last Wednesday, three mayors, require a change to RVSA bylaws. budget process” in 2010 now that a Sal Bonaccorso of Clark, James Both Rahway and Woodbridge re- municipal manager will guide the Kennedy of Rahway and John ceive sewerage services from both process from start to finish. He said McCormac of Woodbridge, called for the Middlesex County Utilities Au- he also hopes for “more civility in the an oversight committee to watch the thority (MCUA) and RVSA, and both local government. It shouldn’t be an actions of the Rahway Valley Sewer- had prepared comparison charts. A adversarial thing.” age Authority’s (RVSA) board of chart provided by Woodbridge He also repeated his call for local commissioners. showed MCUA’s fees to Woodbridge elected officials to “make decisions Mr. Bonaccorso, in comments fol- rising from nearly $2.1 million in that are best for Scotch Plains and not lowing an October 28 press confer- 2005 to just over $3.1 million in 2010 worry about politics.” ence, described the concept of the (based on estimates). During the same Mr. Bratti, who was named to the committee as “not looking to be criti- period, the chart shows RVSA’s fees council in January to fill the council cal, but to be helpful.” Mr. Kennedy rising from just over $2.75 million to seat left vacant when Mayor Nancy Councilman Dominick Bratti GARGANTUAN TASK…Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) drops off a copy of the 1,990-page proposed health care reform bill at the Scotch Plains Public Library commented that 1947 laws creating just shy of $6 million. The chart shows authorities make them “very inde- the total increases at 49 percent for PAGE INDEX on Monday. The bill was unveiled by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Rep. Lance Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 11-15 urges all residents to read the bill to understand why he strongly opposes it and pendent from municipalities.” A ques- MCUA and at 117 percent for RVSA. tion about the legality of such a com- The mayors acknowledged that sub- Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 Classifieds .... 16 calls it “fiscally irresponsible.” The document is also available to the public on his Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-16 A&E ...... 17-18 website, lance.house.gov, and at his district office in Westfield on North Avenue. mittee was responded to with a com- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Page 10 Thursday, November 5, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A Watchung Communications, Inc. Publication RVSA Press Conference CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 stantial parts of the increase were the is deducted. Mr. Brinker also said this result of the court-ordered $250-mil- cost roughly doubles when debt ser- lion expansion of RVSA’s facilities. vice is added in. Mr. Bonaccorso said the mayors RVSA member municipalities are calling for this oversight were bipar- subject to a 4 percent annual cap to tisan, consisting of two Democrats their budgets, he said, but costs such and one Republican. He stated that as debt service and insurance are ex- six mayors were present at the press cluded. Mr. Brinker said RVSA’s op- conference, including Scotch Plains erating budget portion had dropped Mayor Nancy Malool. by $75,000 from 2008 to 2009. Westfield’s RVSA Commissioner Following the press conference, Allen Chin said the mayors’ actions Rahway Business Administrator Pe- “expresses ‘no confidence’ in their ter Pelissier said that about 12 years, commissioners.” Mr. Chin also ago Rahway contracted with United Courtesy of Tom Sloan asked, “How many of the mayors Water to operate the city’s water plant. AMERICANA BABY!...The USS New York arrived Monday at New York Harbor had taken a tour of RVSA’s facil- He said the plant now operates with with a 21-gun salute. Citizens, firefighters, police and EMTs gathered for the arrival. ity?” He stated that, “if they really 13 employees, down from the 32 The Navy ship was crafted with steel from the World Trade Center wreckage to pay want oversight, make yourself a employees when it was operated by tribute to the victims and survivors of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times commissioner.” Mr. Chin acknowl- the city. JACK-O-LANTERN AT THE LAKE...Kids fire up a marshmallow treat at edged that Rahway’s mayor, Mr. Mr. Pelissier commented that some Sunday night’s Great Pumpkin Sail at Echo Lake Park. The lake was lit up with Kennedy, had served for a time as a specialized staff are not onsite but are jack-o-lanterns sailing across the waters. commissioner, a point also made by shared between multiple United Wa- POLICE BLOTTER Mr. Kennedy at the press confer- ter locations. Mr. Pelissier had said ence. that this was similar to Scotch Plains Westfield ing warrant after an officer responded to a Fanwood Elections When contacted by The Scotch sharing its municipal health services Monday, October 26, Naim Najieb, 28, report of a fight in progress. Paul was trans- Plains-Fanwood Times, RVSA Ex- with Rahway. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 of Elizabeth was arrested on an outstand- ported to police headquarters, where he was ecutive Director Michael Brinker re- ing Elizabeth warrant in the amount of processed and released. According to po- too much to undo.” tremely sorry that two very dedicated vealed that among RVSA’s manage- $500 after being stopped for a motor lice, Paul was not involved in the fight. “It has been a pleasure to serve public servants will not be with me ment and board, “nobody was in- vehicle violation at South Avenue and Mountainside the residents of Fanwood. I can’t come January.” She added, however, vited” to the press conference. Mr. BOE Vacancy Sussex Street. He was released on his Thursday, October 29, Marquis A. say I’m not disappointed,” Mr. that she “would welcome the two Brinker said New Jersey regulations CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 own recognizance per the Elizabeth Court. Kennedy, 23, of Vauxhall was arrested Valian said. He stated that he hopes new councilmen-elect” and look for- do not allow borrowing through state Mr. Lewis and Mr. Benedict to con- Tuesday, October 27, Michael DeFazio, following a motor vehicle stop on Route to see the work begun by the gov- programs for longer than 20 years, so sider running for a board position 24, of Westfield was arrested after re- 22 for allegedly driving with a suspended wards “to bringing them up to speed” sponding to Westfield police headquar- license. erning body during his time on the on the work the governing body is according to Mr. Brinker, the author- again in the future. ters to satisfy an active Westfield traffic Thursday, October 29, a resident came council continue, and pledged to doing. ity, under pressure from municipali- Ms. Winkler will be sworn in as a warrant for $130. He was processed and into police headquarters to report that her continue serving the borough She commended Ms. Dolce and ties, was forced to borrow at market board member at the next SP-F BOE released after posting bail. former boyfriend has been harassing her through volunteer work. “I may not Mr. Valian for conducting a door-to- rates rather than the sub-market rates meeting, on Thursday, November 12. Tuesday, October 27, Henry Phillips, on her college campus. According to po- be sitting in the [council] seat, but door campaign “which focused on in the state program to extend the Ms. Winkler will serve as a board Jr., 49, of Newark was arrested in the area lice, the victim was told to report the I’ll still be working for Fanwood the issues,” adding that “they will still debt to 30 years. member until April. During the April of East South and Central Avenues on an incidents to campus security. anyway I can.” be connected to Fanwood.” Mr. Brinker also said RVSA’s 2009 board elections, the remaining year of outstanding Princeton traffic warrant in Friday, October 30, Judith Galarza, 32, Mayor Colleen Mahr, who was “I’ll miss them, with their leader- operating budget of $15.4 million is the term will then be up for election. the amount of $200. He was transported to of Newark was arrested following a mo- elected on the Democratic ticket with spread among roughly 100,000 house- The other Fanwood seat, a stan- Westfield police headquarters, processed tor vehicle stop on Route 22 for allegedly ship and dedication to Fanwood,” and released on his own recognizance per driving with a suspended license and on Ms. Dolce in 2003, said she was “ex- Mayor Mahr said. holds. This yields an operating cost dard three-year term, will also be on the Princeton Police Department. outstanding warrants out of Union Town- portion of RVSA’s charges of about the ballot in April. The seat is cur- Tuesday, October 27, a burglary and ship totaling $1,300. She was transported $154 per home before industrial use rently held by Rob O’Connor. theft was reported at a residence on the to police headquarters, where she was 700 block of First Street, with jewelry and processed and turned over to the Union County Freeholders miscellaneous items stolen. The incident, Township Police Department. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 BOE OK’s 2009-10 Goals; which is believed to have occurred be- Saturday, October 31, Andrew Holmes, who is retiring this year, for LaCorte said. “I look forward to serv- tween 8:35 a.m. and 6:53 p.m. that day, is Jakubowski, 20, of Mountainside was ar- all of his achievements, Mr. Mirabella ing you for the next five years.” under investigation by the Westfield Po- rested and charged with possession of less lice Department’s Detective Bureau. than 50 grams of suspected marijuana. He stated that “Mohamed has big shoes Unsuccessful county surrogate can- Vandalism Drops in SP-F Thursday, October 29, responding to a was transported to police headquarters, to fill.” didate Art Zapolski, speaking AT a By JESSICA E. JASKULA NJ PASS would increase 5 percentage report of a suspicious motor vehicle in where he was processed and released. In his acceptance speech, Mr. Jalloh GOP gathering at the Sun Tavern in Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times points over the percent of ninth-graders Brightwood Park, police arrested Daniel Saturday, October 31, a resident of Creek said, he is proud to join the freehold- Fanwood, called the campaign a “mar- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch scoring the same on the grade 9 NJ PASS Dirienzo, 19, of Scotch Plains, along with Bed Road reported that someone had sprayed ers who he referred to as “wonderful velous experience.” Plains-Fanwood Board of Education (SP- in 2008. three female juveniles. They were charged latex paint on his vehicles, a brick retaining human beings as well as good free- Mr. Sytko and Ms. Cole thanked F BOE) has approved its district goals for The high school did not achieve this with possession of alcoholic beverages. wall and his driveway sometime during the holders.” campaign manager Glenn Mortimer, the 2009-2010 school year. Goals include objective, though Superintendent Hayes Dirienzo also was charged with offering night. According to police, the victim was Referring to his predecessor, Mr. a Mountainside councilman, and meeting or exceeding the federal reminded the public that this was a chal- alcohol to minors. All four were released able to remove the paint from his vehicle, Jalloh said, “(Considering) all the County GOP Chairman Phil Morin. government’s No Child Left Behind lenge goal. The high school achieved its to responsible adults. but was uncertain if it could be removed benchmarks, developing the District Tech- second objective, however, which was Thursday, October 29, Jeffrey Shaw, from the wall and the driveway. work he has done for Union County Mr. Morin saluted the ticket, call- that SPFHS would meet or exceed HSPA 23, of Irvington was arrested at Union Saturday, October 31, a resident of and for the community, I can’t fill his ing it “hard-working, strong, young nology Plan for 2010-2013 and continu- ing upgrades in technology, developing benchmarks in math in order to meet the police headquarters on an outstanding Creek Bed Road reported that sometime shoes or take his place. (But) I will and energetic.” service learning and global awareness, AYP for all subgroups. Superintendent Westfield traffic warrant in the amount of overnight someone had poured latex paint carry on his legacy.” Mr. Sytko said that, given the fi- and creating a team to explore organiza- Hayes said that the total population and $99. He was released after posting bail. on her driveway. In recognition of the next five years nancial resources he and Ms. Cole tional improvements for the district’s all subgroups met the AYP benchmark Thursday, October 29, the manager of Saturday, October 31, a resident of he will serve as county surrogate, Mr. faced from the “all-Democratic middle schools. target in both math and language arts per an East Broad Street business reported the Blazo Terrace reported that he heard a LaCorte said he can’t take personal county machine,” it was “nothing Superintendent of Schools Margaret preliminary DOE results. shoplifting of approximately $620 worth suspicious noise outside his residence credit for his victory. short of a miracle” that they polled so Hayes said that the approved goals will “This is wonderful news, we are cel- of women’s merchandise. The suspects and that when he went to investigate, he “Without all of you out there, this well. Ms. Cole told supporters they soon be put up on the district’s website, ebrating with the high school,” she said. were described as two Hispanic females. noticed his garage and vehicles had been wouldn’t have happened,” Mr. “haven’t seen the last of me.” spfk12.org. “These goals are so clearly com- The district achieved its second goal of Friday, October 30, Darell Linton, 19, hit with eggs. According to police, he ing off of the strategic planning process,” developing a DOE-approved, five-year and Jamal Sheppard, 20, both of Scotch witnessed a passenger in a small minivan she added, and thanked all of the individuals pre-k expansion plan. Superintendent Plains, were arrested following a motor or SUV throwing eggs at his vehicles, but who worked on the strategic planning. Hayes said SP-F submitted its plan to the vehicle stop on the 500 block of Hort it was too dark to determine the color of Additionally, Superintendent Hayes DOE, but it determined not to fund dis- Street and charged with possession of less the vehicle. A search of the surrounding Assembly Seats reported on the progress of the district’s tricts with less than 40 percent of students than 50 grams of suspected marijuana. area for the vehicle was unsuccessful, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 goals for 2008-2009. She said SP-F is economically disadvantaged, which in- They were each released on their own police said. she said. Fanwood, said it was “disappointing progressing in its first goal of meeting or cluded SP-F. The district then imple- recognizance with a summons. Sunday, November 1, a resident of Democrats, however, maintained to have come up short,” but noted that exceeding No Child Left Behind bench- mented a half-day integrated pre-school Saturday, October 31, a resident of the Saddle Brook Road reported that some- marks, in which each school created two model. One hundred and forty-four stu- 400 block of Birch Place reported that one threw approximately one dozen eggs control of the General Assembly, and he and Mr. Vastine had outpolled Mrs. dents are involved with these half-day two tires on his motor vehicle were at her house sometime overnight. will continue to hold a 48-32 advan- Stender in her hometown of Fanwood. site-based objectives and action plans focused on this goal. pre-k programs, she said. slashed. No suspects were reported. Sunday, November 1, Ramon E. tage, although one GOP seat was Mr. Marks said he hoped Mrs. “These are challenge goals, goals that The third goal, to complete the strate- Saturday, October 31, a resident of the Santiago, 34, of Newark was arrested at vacant headed into Election Day. The Stender and Mr. Green and the Demo- would stretch them,” she said. “All are gic planning process, was also achieved, 800 block of Knollwood Terrace reported Kenilworth police headquarters on an Democrats also control the Senate, cratic majority in next year’s state meeting AYP (adequate yearly progress) as the plan was adopted by board mem- the theft of two lawn ornaments from her outstanding Mountainside warrant in the which was not up for election this Legislature “realize the grave situa- benchmarks.” bers on June 25. front yard. The approximate value of the amount of $500. He was transported to year, by a 23-17 margin. tion this state is in.” He apologized to All SP-F’s elementary schools achieved The fourth goal, which dealt with tech- theft was $50. police headquarters, where he was pro- The 21st District includes Westfield, District 22 voters for not having their objective that states by June 2009, nology advances, is progressing. The Saturday, October 31, a resident of the cessed and turned over to the Union Cranford, Garwood and Mountainside. “worked extra hard on your behalf” all third graders will independently write board awarded a contract to Millennium 300 block of Tuttle Parkway reported that County Sheriff’s Department for an ac- science journal entries and a minimum of for the purchase of a fiber-wide area net- the rear window on his motor vehicle was tive Union County no-bail warrant. In the neighboring 22nd District, to unseat incumbents who he said “do work. Other progress in technology, the broken. The value of the damage was Sunday, November 1, a resident of Creek Democratic incumbents Linda not work on your behalf.” 85 percent could accurately record obser- vations and diagram. Coles, Brunner and superintendent said, included the imple- undetermined and there were no suspects. Bed Road reported that someone splattered Stender of Fanwood, with 24,133 Mr. Vastine, making his first run Evergreen Elementary Schools set an ob- mentation of the Naviance Program, Saturday, October 31, a resident of the his motor vehicle and his driveway with a votes, and Jerry Green of Plainfield, for elective office, said the fact that he jective that the percent of total students which improves student and parent ac- 600 block of Forest Avenue reported that bone colored latex paint. According to po- with 23,667, survived a close battle and Mr. Marks, in the face of being scoring advanced proficient in the NJ cess to guidance services, as well as the the tires on her motor vehicle were cut. lice, the victim was able to remove most of waged by Scotch Plains Republicans outnumbered in Democratic voter ASK 4 language arts section will meet or implementation of the Honeywell Instant The value of the damage was unknown the paint from his vehicle and would try a Martin Marks, with 21,810, the former registration and outspent in advertis- exceed the percent of students scoring Alert system and the district’s collabora- and there were no suspects. solvent to remove the other damage. township mayor, and William “Bo” ing, having done “as well as we did advanced proficient in the same District tion with the Scotch Plains Police Depart- Saturday, October 31, a Fanwood resi- Monday, November 2, Roman M. Vastine, with 20,737. speaks of frustration and the trouble Factor Group. Coles and Evergreen ment on a grant opportunity to support dent turned over to Westfield police head- Waskiw, 34, of Union was arrested on an achieved this objective and Brunner is safety in the schools. quarters a black leather wallet that was active Union County no-bail warrant after Mr. Marks, who previously ran this state is in.” “It’s exciting how many goals were found on the 100 block of Elm Street. The officers responded to Upland Road on a unsuccessfully for state Senate in Union County Republican Chair- progressing, the superintendent said. McGinn and School One, which set the achieved,” Board Vice-President Nancy wallet contained three U.S. dollars, an inter- report of an assault. According to police, 2003 and for Congress in 2008, speak- man Phil Morin called the Marks- same objective but only for general edu- Bauer said. national driver’s license and a bank card. while investigating the report of the as- ing to supporters at the Sun Tavern in Vastine team “a tremendous ticket.” cation students, are progressing. Park and In other business, Director of Special Monday, November 2, Katie Ladner, sault, they found Waskiw sleeping on a A call to Asw. Stender seeking com- Terrill Middle Schools set objectives that Services Tom Beese presented a Vio- 32, of New Vernon was arrested on an couch, and a subsequent background check Scotch Plains to Hold ments were not returned by press the percentage of students in grades 6-8 lence and Vandalism Report for the 2008- outstanding Union Township traffic war- revealed the warrant. While in police cus- deadline. and all subgroups will improve to achieve 2009 school year. rant in the amount of $300 after a motor tody, he also was found to be in possession H1N1 Clinic Nov. 8 the revised AYP benchmarks in language “Overall, we’ve had some nice de- vehicle stop at Summit Court and Rahway of a pipe used for smoking marijuana and SCOTCH PLAINS – An H1N1 Vac- arts and math, Superintendent Hayes said. creases,” he said. Avenue. She was transported to Westfield was charged with possession of drug para- cination Clinic will be held on Sunday, The state Department of Education (DOE) Mr. Beese announced that 30 instances police headquarters, processed and re- phernalia, police said. He was transported November 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bratti has not yet published the AYP results for of violence occurred in the district, an leased after posting bail. to police headquarters, where he was pro- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the middle school, she said. Scotch Plains- increase from the 23 instances that were Monday, November 2, Stefan Urda, cessed and released. Fanwood High School (SPFHS) set an reported in 2007-2008. There were five 56, of Avenel was arrested and charged Fanwood located at 667 Westfield Road. crat” on the ballot. cases of vandalism, a decrease from the with driving while intoxicated (DWI) Thursday, October 29, Rashad A. The clinic is open to residents who objective that by this past June the per- This year’s campaign focused a cent of 10th graders scoring advanced 11 cases in 2007-2008. Mr. Beese an- pursuant to a motor vehicle investigation Watson, 22, of Plainfield was arrested are pregnant women, household con- great deal on whether the council had proficient on the language arts grade 10 nounced that there were no reports of at East Broad Street and Springfield Av- following a motor vehicle stop on Terrill tacts and caregivers for children acted correctly in June when it cre- weapons in the district, a decrease from enue. He was transported to Westfield Road on an outstanding Fanwood warrant. younger than six months of age, ated a new sewer utility as a way of the three that occurred during the previ- police headquarters, processed and later He was processed and released after post- healthcare and emergency medical removing the $2.5 million payment Westfield Skibitsky ous school year. Reports of substance released to a relative. ing bail. services personnel, all people from from the township budget and, in- abuse increased from four in 2007-2008 Scotch Plains Thursday, October 29, Mario Pelaez, 31, Wins Re-election to 10 last year. Monday, October 26, Theressa Will- of Elizabeth was arrested following a motor six months through 19 years of age, stead, billing property owners for their By MICHAEL J. POLLACK and and persons aged 25 through 64 years “We are in the average range of our like iams, 46, of Plainfield was arrested on an vehicle stop on LaGrande Avenue on an water usage. MAGGIE DIGGORY districts,” Mr. Beese said of the findings. outstanding Rahway warrant. He was pro- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times outstanding warrant following a motor who have health conditions associ- Mr. Bratti said it was the only fis- He also added that the increase in stu- vehicle stop. She was transported to po- cessed and released after posting bail. ated with higher risk of medical com- cally responsible way to stay within WESTFIELD – Celebrating at Echo dent population should be taken into ac- lice headquarters, where she was pro- Friday, October 30, a business on the plications from influenza. the state-mandated property tax cap Lake Country Club after a victorious Tues- count when considering any increases. cessed and released. 100 block of Martine Avenue reported that Parents or legal guardians must while Mrs. Mullen said it was another day evening, Republicans will now enjoy The BOE also approved its board goals Tuesday, October 27, Horace Allen, 38, sometime overnight, someone spray accompany a minor. tax on residents, particularly com- an 8-1 majority in Westfield. The GOP for this 2009-2010 board year. The goals of East Orange was arrested on an outstand- painted graffiti on the back of his building. For future H1N1 clinic mercial property owners already pay- kept the mayor’s seat and won three of four the BOE set for itself included reviewing ing warrant after a motor vehicle stop. He Saturday, October 31, Jonathan P. schedules,check the Scotch Plains ing the new assessment to finance council races, picking up a seat in Ward 4. the current structure of committees and was transported to police headquarters, Knechtel, 19, of Scotch Plains was ar- Township website: business district improvement activi- Winning reelection, Mayor Andy recommending any necessary changes that where he was processed and released. rested and charged with possession of drug scotchplainsnj.com. Skibitsky carried 63 percent of the would improve its governance structure Tuesday, October 27, Joel Douglas, 21, paraphernalia after a field investigation on ties. Westfield vote (7,076), with Democrat and performance in 2010-2011. Addi- of Roselle was arrested on an outstanding North Avenue. He was processed, issued a Bill Brennan pulling in the remaining 37 tionally, the community relations com- warrant following a motor vehicle stop. He summons and released with a court date. percent (4,205). mittee would work with the board’s fi- was transported to police headquarters, Saturday, October 31, a resident of the Two Republican newcomers will join nance committee to explore the creation where he was processed and released. 100 block of Midway Avenue reported Mayor Skibitsky on the council; in Ward of a network of volunteers and patrons Wednesday, October 28, a resident of that someone entered his unlocked motor 1, Sam Della Fera received 58 percent of that would assist in generating alternative Willow Avenue reported that someone vehicle while it was parked in the street the vote (1,684), while Democrat Janice revenue sources for the district. Lastly, repeatedly called her house and yelled and removed his wallet, which contained Siegel pulled in 42 percent (1,197). Mr. the facilities committee will work with obscenities into the phone. personal items and $300 in cash. Della Fera replaces Sal Caruana, who did the administration to review current and Thursday, October 29, a student at the Sunday, November 1, Mark D. Bower, not seek reelection. future enrollment trends and identify any Union County Vocational-Technical 34, of Williamsport, Pa. was arrested and In Ward 4, fellow Republican new- future needs for the facilities. Schools reported that someone removed charged with possession of drug parapher- comer Keith Loughlin (1,503) was elected Board members approved requests to her cell phone, valued at approximately nalia after a motor vehicle stop on the 300 by a 52-48 percent margin over incum- establish a special education program at $250, from her unlocked locker. block of South Avenue. He was processed, bent Democrat Tom Bigosinski (1,370). Park Intermediate and McGinn Elemen- Thursday, October 29, an employee at issued a summons and released with a Running unopposed, Vicki Kimmins, tary Schools, as well as to establish a a Jerusalem Road office reported that she court date. a Republican incumbent in Ward 2, re- preschool disability program at Coles El- got into an argument with a co-worker, at Sunday, November 1, a resident of the ceived 1,811 votes; the sole Democrat to ementary School. The board also approved which time the other worker grabbed her 200 block of North Martine Avenue re- emerge victorious, incumbent David the submission of a request to eliminate a arm, causing a bruise. ported that someone entered his home Haas, will return to the council to repre- preschool disability program at Brunner Friday, October 30, a resident of Coles and caused criminal mischief. According sent Ward 3 after winning by a 56-44 and Evergreen Schools. The program is Avenue reported that someone entered to police, the victim was uncertain if percent margin over newcomer Tom now at Coles. These current approvals her motor vehicle and removed a GPS, anything was missing at this time. Delaney. were for the rooms needed for the pro- valued at approximately $300. Monday, November 2, Lindsey A. Westfield Republican Chairman Jon grams, as the programs were approved Saturday, October 31, the manager at a Burts, 26, of Scotch Plains was arrested Bramnick, who won re-election himself this past August. Route 22 convenience store reported that on outstanding warrants out of Franklin Fred Lecomte for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times on Tuesday night to the state Assembly, The board will meet next on Thursday, someone came into the store and left with Township and Union City after a field HAPPY HALLOWEEN...The Westfield Leader and The Times held its annual said the Republican slate remained victo- November 12, for an open agenda meet- several soft drinks without paying. investigation. He was processed and Halloween Bash at the Corbin residence last Friday. Publisher Horace Corbin, rious because of its members’ “honesty ing and again on Thursday, November Saturday, October 31, Jeff Paul, 49, of turned over to the Franklin Township pictured, bottom left, dressed as an unpopular Philadelphia Phillie. and effective leadership.” 19, for a regular public meeting. Scotch Plains was arrested on an outstand- Police for failure to post bail. goleader online supplement We’ll Help Your Business The Westfield Leader www.goleader.com [email protected] (908) 232-4407

Get Back On Track Continue to the next page ==> Page 2 Thursday, November 5, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION County Freeholders Award Schools Begin Drive to Senators Ask for Pardon $1.3 Mil. for Rec. Projects Restock Food Pantry Shelves Of Medical Marijuana User ELIZABETH – The Union County tennis courts; Plainfield, $23,250 to- ELIZABETH – Schools through- canned or packaged foods such as TRENTON – Calling the prosecu- worthless than the paper they’re Board of Chosen Freeholders has al- ward scholarships and equipment; out Union County are beginning a meat, fish, vegetables, macaroni and tion of a self-medicating Somerset printed on,” Senator Lesniak said. located $1.3 million to provide mu- Rahway, $27,611 toward equipment, month-long drive to refill the shelves cheese, soups, stews and chili. Coffee County man with multiple sclerosis “New Jersey’s tough criminal drug nicipalities with matching grants for playground renovation and an arcade of food pantries serving individuals and tea are also welcome. No glass (MS) a “severe, inappropriate, laws were never intended to be used children’s recreation scholarships, activity game for the recreation cen- and families in need. Each school containers are accepted. discompassionate and inhumane ap- against patients suffering from safety equipment and facility im- ter, and Roselle, $50,000 toward schol- can designate or “adopt” a local food To participate , schools should des- plication of the letter of the law,” chronic and terminal medical condi- provements through the county’s Kids arships, equipment, and playgrounds. pantry to receive its donations. ignate a coordinator and e-mail their Senators Nick Scutari (LD-22, Lin- tions. The prosecutors and presiding Recreation Trust Fund. Other towns include: Roselle Park, The drive kicked off on November name, title, e-mail address and phone den) and Ray Lesniak (LD-20, Eliza- judge have set up a scenario where The Kids Recreation Trust Fund $67,352 toward scholarships, equip- 2 and schools can join in at any time number to Bonnie Herrmann at beth) have asked Governor Jon Mr. Wilson is no different than a Grant program is part of the Union ment and rehabilitation of Acker Park; during the month. [email protected] or call (908) Corzine to pardon Franklin Town- common street thug in the eyes of the County Open Space, Recreation and Scotch Plains, $64,250 toward schol- “There are approximately 30 food 527-4808. ship resident John Ray Wilson. They law.” Historic Preservation Trust Fund, which arships, the rehabilitation of Brookside pantries in the county and all ur- also called on the state Assembly to In August 2008, a training fly- county voters approved overwhelm- Park and the purchase of field mainte- gently need supplies,” Union County Conference to Provide quickly move legislation to decrimi- over by a New Jersey National ingly in 2000. The county collects $11 nance equipment; Springfield, $25,000 Freeholder Chairman Al Mirabella nalize the medicinal use of marijuana Guard helicopter spotted 17 mari- million in taxes to fund the trust fund. toward upgrades at several parks; Sum- said. “Adopt-a-Food Pantry enables Guidance for Caregivers by New Jerseyans with chronic and juana plants in the backyard of Mr. Since 2000, the open space fund has mit, $85,265 for scholarships, equip- our youngest citizens to be of real CRANFORD – Union County resi- terminal illnesses. Wilson’s Franklin Township home. saved more than 300 acres of land from ment and Wilson Park; Union, $81,000 help to our neighbors in need, in- dents who care for family members “It seems cruel and unusual to treat Mr. Wilson, now 36, was diagnosed development, improved parks and his- for equipment and upgrades to the cluding many seniors and families or other persons with Alzheimer’s or New Jersey’s sick and dying as if they with MS in 2002 and, at the time, toric sites throughout the county, and Rabkin Sports Complex, and Westfield, with children.” dementia are invited to attend a free were drug cartel kingpins. Moreover, had no health insurance coverage or distributed more than $8 million for $65,000 toward Memorial Park. Adopt-a-Food Pantry is a partner- caregivers’ conference for guidance it is a complete waste of taxpayer means to pay for the pharmaceuti- children’s recreation projects. ship between Union County, local on health, legal and financial issues. money having to house and treat an cal drugs needed to keep the symp- The Kids Fund Grant was established Wallberg Post to Host food pantries, and municipal school The conference is scheduled for Sat- MS patient in a jail at the public’s toms of his disease in check. Ac- in 2004. The matching dollar-for-dollar Vets Day Ceremony districts including Union County urday, November 7, from 8:30 a.m. to expense,” Senator Scutari said. “Spe- cording to his lawyer, Mr. Wilson grants are awarded based on proposals Vocational-Technical Schools. The 12:30 p.m., at Union County College cifically, in the case of John Ray turned to natural substances to re- by the local recreation departments. WESTFIELD — The Martin partnership makes collecting and in Cranford. The event includes a Wilson, the state is taking a fiscally lieve his suffering, including bee- Eight of the grants included need- Wallberg Post 3 of the American Le- transporting the donations easier for light breakfast. irresponsible hard-line approach sting therapy and marijuana pur- based recreation scholarships. Accord- gion in Westfield will host ceremo- all involved, officials said. The conference is an annual public against a man who’s simply seeking chased illegally. He attempted to ing to the last census, about 26 percent nies honoring all veterans living and Students bring their food dona- service of the Union County Depart- what little relief could be found from grow marijuana for his own per- of Union County residents are under deceased at 10:30 a.m. on Wednes- tions to their school, so no special ment of Human Services Division on the debilitating effects of Multiple sonal, medical use in the backyard age 18, and more than one-third come day, November 11. Everyone is in- trips need to be organized. They can Aging, in partnership with Union Sclerosis. Governor Corzine should of his home. from low-income families that meet vited to the ceremony to be held at also earn community service hours. County College and the Alzheimer’s step in immediately and end this per- He’s being charged with multiple the eligibility requirements for Trust Westfield’s World War I Memorial The Union County Department of Association of Greater New Jersey. version of criminal drug statutes in counts of possession and manufac- Fund scholarships. Other grants in- located at the intersection of North Human Services will take care of The conference is free of charge but the Garden State.” turing of illegal drugs, the most se- volved safety equipment, playground Avenue and East Broad Street. delivering the donations from the pre-registration is required due to lim- “Without compassion and a sense vere of which – first-degree main- improvements, and numerous field im- Pete Hogaboom, the Post Adjutant, schools to the food pantries. ited seating. To register, call The of moral right and wrong, laws are taining or operating a drug-produc- provements including the renovation will be the Master of Ceremonies. Bill “That’s the value of county-local Alzheimer’s Association of Greater tion facility – carries a sentence of of basketball and tennis courts. Maines, the Post Chaplain, will open cooperation in action,” Freeholder New Jersey at (973) 586-4300. Kowalczuk Completes up to 20 years in prison, and dis- The following are the Union County the ceremony with a prayer followed Chairman Alexanderl Mirabella said. For more information about all Air Force Training qualifies him for the Pre-Trial Inter- Kids Recreation Trust Fund Grants by remarks by Commander Patrick “By using the county’s transportation Union County programs for seniors, vention (PTI) program, an alterna- for 2009: Berkeley Heights, $60,000 Tighe of Post 3, Mayor Andy Skitbitsky resources, every local food bank and contact the Union County Division GARWOOD — Air Force Airman tive to incarceration for non-violent toward field improvements; Clark, and retired Colonel Dennis Dougherty. school can participate without worry- on Aging at (908) 527-4872. First Class Karol Kowalczuk gradu- offenders. State prosecutors have $43,416 toward equipment, and reno- Mr. Hogaboom will say a few words ing about the cost of fuel, vehicles and ated from basic military training at offered a plea agreement of four vated tennis and basketball courts; about Boy Scout Troop 73’s trip to the drivers.” Lackland Air Force Base, San Anto- years imprisonment, but the Union Cranford, $50,000 toward field im- Antietam Battlefield back in May The non-perishable foods needed St. Helen’s Auction to nio, Tex. County lawmakers called on Gover- provements; Elizabeth, $150,000 to- when the Troop visited with 108-year- most are cereals, infant formula, milk The airman completed an inten- nor Corzine to pardon Mr. Wilson of ward scholarships and upgrades to old Frank Buckles, the last living Support Homeless sive, eight-week program that in- the drug-production facility charge (canned, boxed or powered), juice ELIZABETH – The 20th Anniver- Brophy Field; Fanwood, $14,234 to- American World War I veteran. Jack (boxed or canned) peanut butter, and cluded training in military discipline in order to make him eligible to ward equipment and scholarships; Panosh, Westfield’s Town Bell Mas- sary Service Auction to support the and studies, Air Force core values, participate in PTI and avoid a prison Garwood, $101,500 toward equip- ter, will ring the bell in the United Carnival for Returning Elizabeth Coalition to House the physical fitness, and basic warfare sentence. ment and a new athletic field com- Methodist Church’s bell tower 11 Homeless is being held on Saturday, principles and skills. Airmen who A state Superior Court judge has plex; Hillside, $131,170 toward times, which symbolizes the ending Troops Set for Nov. 14 November 14, at the Parish Center of complete basic training earn four cred- ruled that Mr. Wilson’s medical con- equipment and various projects; Lin- of World War I when Armistice started WESTFIELD – The Family Readi- Saint Helen’s Roman Catholic Church its toward an associate in applied dition, and that he had been taking den, $50,000 toward equipment and on the 11th hour of the 11th day of ness Group of the 102nd Cavalry in Westfield. science degree through the Commu- marijuana to treat his condition, could resurfacing of basketball courts; November 1918. will welcome back troops from Iraq The Coalition, a nonprofit organi- nity College of the Air Force. not be revealed to the jury during the Mountainside, $49,350 toward equip- Everyone is invited back to The at the American Pride Parade and zation, has operated a hospitality He is the son of Zbigniew Kowalczuk course of the trial. ment, field upgrades and a basketball American Legion Post at 1003 North Carnival on Saturday, November 14. house program for the past two de- of Clifton, and the nephew of Bill In addition to asking Governor court; New Providence, $60,000 to- Avenue, West, for coffee and pastries The parade will start from the cades. The program now includes Humphreys of Garwood. The airman Corzine to issue clemency for Mr. ward scholarships, equipment and after the ceremony. Westfield Memorial Pool, cross West three multi-family houses and, graduated in 2003 from Clifton High Wilson, both lawmakers agreed that Broad Street to Marion Avenue to through the doors of those transi- School, and received a bachelor’s de- the Assembly must quickly move S- First Street and proceed to the Ar- tional houses, some 125 men, women gree in 2008 from Fairleigh Dickinson 119, sponsored by Mr. Scutari and mory at 500 Rahway Avenue. Carni- and children have found shelter, usu- University in Teaneck. co-sponsored by Mr. Lesniak when Losetwopoints.com val tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 ally for only a few months, just long the Legislature reconvenes this fall. for students and seniors. Children enough to get back on their feet. 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1-888-999-6661 www.mitchellsupreme.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 5, 2009 Page 3 Peyton's Peek at the Week In Politics By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times Asw. Tucker Fires Aid For the gift from investigators. Storing Cash and Gun in Locker Some 185,000 Voters Applied for Ekow Yankey, 33, of New Brunswick Mail-In Ballots In Gen. Election has been fired as aide to Essex County Despite the new Vote by Mail sys- Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker for tem in New Jersey, less voters took allegedly having $700,000 in cash and advantage of the system this year than two handguns in his North Bergen in the 2008 Presidential Election year, storage locker, according to The Jer- according to politickernj.com sey Journal. Of the 185,000 who requested bal- Mr. Yankey reportedly has a 1998 lots, 136,000 cast their ballots. Around drug distribution conviction. 5,200 applications were rejected due to lack of signatures or signatures that Kerik Put In Jail Psych. Unit HAPPY HALLOWEEN!…Mark Swingle, left, current president of the Westfield Over ‘Worrisome Behavior’ did not match those on file or because Rotary Club, and Jeffrey Feldman, event coordinator for the Halloween Haunted Former New York City Police Com- the person was not registered to vote, House, met to discuss final plans for the Halloween Haunted House, a long-standing Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader and The Times the website reported. A total of 245,909 PUT ON A HAPPY FACE...Pumpkins float into the night during Sunday night’s missioner Bernard Kerik has been Westfield tradition, that was held October 31 at the Westfield Memorial Pool. Pumpkin Sail at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside. placed in the psychiatric unit of the residents voted by mail in 2008. Westchester County jail due to what Leasing of Highway Right-of-Way jail officials termed “worrisome and Instead of Toll Increase Eyed Westfield’s Gottko Re-Elected Veterans Commemoration risky behavior,” according to the As- Prior to Tuesday’s election, Governor sociated Press. Mr. Kerik has been Jon Corzine told The New York Times jailed since October 20 to await trial that his 2008 proposal to boost tolls by To Amer. Public Works Board Meeting Takes Place Nov. 6 on corruption charges. He is accused 800 percent over 15 years to raise a $1 WESTFIELD – Ed Gottko of Westfield and, from 1994 to 2000, he WESTFIELD — The Northern Group (102nd and 38th Cavalry) of accepting renovations to his Bronx billion to pay down debt and fund trans- Westfield was recently re-elected to served as town administrator. New Jersey Chapter of the Associa- stood eyeball-to-eyeball with the co-op in exchange for recommend- portation projects was “too big, too fast, the 17-member American Public As a long-time member of APWA, tion of the United States Army enemy across the Siegfried Line, ing a company that wanted to do at the wrong time.” The governor in- Works Association (APWA) Board Mr. Gottko is a current member of the (AUSA) in conjunction with the 117th while the troopers of the 117th Cav- business with New York City. The stead was considering leasing highway of Directors. Mr. Gottko will serve finance committee, and has held nu- Cavalry Association will hold a spe- alry had just liberated the Town of company was being investigated for rights-of-way for commercial develop- for another term as region II director, merous leadership positions. He served cial Veterans Commemoration meet- Baccarat and were slugging it out alleged ties to organized crime. ment and had no plans to raise tolls. representing members in Pennsylva- on a number of committees, including ing at the Westfield Armory tomor- with the Germans in the Vosges Kerik is also accused of concealing nia, Delaware, New Jersey and New the education advisory committee, the row, November 6, with refreshments Mountains. York. master’s degree task force, which he at 7 p.m. and the meeting beginning The newly reorganized First Mr. Gottko currently serves as an chaired from 2005-2006, and the APWA at 7:30 p.m. Squadron, 38th Cavalry Regiment adjunct professor at several colleges Blueprint Taskforce for Certification Harry Yeide, author of “Steeds of (1/38th), will send two soldiers to Local Reporting on Web in New York and New Jersey. His and Education. He is also a past-presi- Steel: A history of American Mecha- the meeting. Representing Lieuten- career in public works began in 1970 dent of the New Jersey Chapter of nized Cavalry,” will be the guest ant Colonel Jim Gaylord, 1/38 Cav- Is Focus of Conference as the assistant city engineer for the APWA and chaired the chapter’s edu- speaker. The public is invited to lis- alry Squadron Commander (CSM), City of Bayonne. In 1979, he was cation/training committee. In 2002, he ten to Mr. Yeide and share the history and Command Sergeant Major Eric AREA – Monmouth University will Journalism course for beginner appointed the town engineer and di- received the Donald C. Stone Award for of New Jersey’s Cavalrymen, the Dostie, CSM of the 1/38th Cavalry, host a conference on Wednesday, No- bloggers and citizen activists who rector of public works for the Town of Excellence in Education. 117th Cavalry, and the 102nd Cav- will be First Lieutenant Bowers and vember 18, to discuss the current state want to submit their own local news alry Group who played a key role in the Squadron Non-Commissioned of local reporting in the new media stories to online publications; and an the defeat of Nazi Germany in World Officer of the Year, Staff Sergeant environment, including how afternoon Meet and Greet panel for War II. Christopher Murray. hyperlocal websites provide local cov- journalism students and activists to Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. Sixty-five years ago in November The 1/38th is a part of the 18th erage and opportunities for citizen jour- talk and network with online news 1944, hard fighting was the order of Airborne Corps at Fort Bragg, N.C. nalists to report from the frontlines. site editors. “25 Years Experience” the day. The snow rain and mud of They will meet members of the 38th This event is sponsored by the Citi- The Conference will be held at Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer winter had come early to Europe, the Cavalry from World War II and be zens’ Campaign and co-sponsored by Wilson Hall at Monmouth Univer- Cavalrymen of the 102nd Cavalry presented with the 38th Cavalries the League of Women Voters. sity, 400 Cedar Lane, West Long memorabilia that has been housed in The “Citizen Journalism: Counter- Branch, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Light FAMILY LAW Westfield Fire Fighters the 117th Cavalry Association’s Heri- ing the Culture of Corruption” morning refreshments will be served. This tage Room. The 1/38th is preparing panel will discuss the cuts in local event is free and open to the public. · Divorce · Domestic Violence Hold Holiday Food Drive for deployment overseas next year. newsroom staff and its impact on the Seating is limited so attendees should · Custody · Child Support WESTFIELD – The Westfield Also being honored that night will be quality of local government coverage, reserve a seat early by e-mailing Firemen’s Mutual Benevolent Asso- members of the Second Squadron, and how new online tools make it pos- [email protected]. ciation (F.M.B.A.) Local 30 will begin 102nd Cavalry, recently back from a sible for journalists and citizen activists Registration will be held from 11 its 13th Annual Holiday Food Drive one-year tour in Iraq. to report what is happening in city hall to 11:30 a.m. followed by opening · DWI · Criminal Defense this month for needy area residents. Refreshments will be served start- and throughout the community. remarks by Harry Pozycki, founder · Business Disputes Commercial Litigation Non-perishable food items will be ing at 7 p.m. on the second floor of the Speaking on the first panel will be and chairman of the Center for Civic Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor accepted at Fire Headquarters, 405 Westfield Armory in the 117th Cav- Michael Delli Carpini, dean of the Responsibility. “Becoming a Citizen North Avenue West, until 11 p.m. on alry Association’s Heritage Room. Annenberg School of Communica- Journalist” will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friday, December 4. The food bas- The official meeting starts at 7:30 tion; Richard Benfield, former edito- followed by “Meet the New Media kets will be distributed through local p.m. Refreshments will again be rial writer of The Record and The New Innovators” from 1 to 2 p.m. churches and civic organizations in served after the meeting in the Heri- York Times; Ted Mann, founder of The Citizens’ Campaign is a non- (908) 232-8787 time for the holidays. tage Room. The Heritage Room injersey.com and digital development profit organization dedicated to pro- In its first food drive in 1996, houses memorabilia of the 117th director for Gannett New Jersey; and moting and encouraging civic engage- F.M.B.A. Local 30 distributed holi- Cavalry Squadron (Mechanized) and Michael Shapiro, editor of ment. To learn more about the Citi- 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 day meals to approximately 75 fami- the 102nd Cavalry Group from World thealternativepress.com. zens’ Campaign, log onto [email protected] richardjkaplow.com lies. In each of the years since its War II. The day will also feature a Citizen jointhecampaign.com. inception, the Holiday Food Drive has grown, with the number increas- ing each year. The F.M.B.A. Local 30 donates one turkey and additional food, as required to complete each basket given to a family. County, Towns to Collect Unused Meds ELIZABETH — The Union County Police Department, along with law enforcement agencies statewide, will participate in a day of amnesty for citizens who want to dispose of unwanted, unused or expired medi- cations in their home. 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Are you sharp enough to discern this deception of dic- Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Rep. Leonard Lance 908-518-7733 tion? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Later this week, members of the U.S. insurance coverage without raising taxes, guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 House of Representatives will be asked to rationing care or putting the government vidual. If you get three – word expert. If you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at vote on legislation that dramatically re- between patient and doctor. The Republi- vamps our nation’s health care system. can reform bill includes medical liability free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 The bill is H.R. 3962, the “Affordable reform that will seek to end junk lawsuits All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. Health Care for America Act.” that force doctors to practice defensive come from the board game Diction This 1,990-page, $1.055-trillion Demo- medicine driving up health care costs. Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman cratic health care proposal unveiled last The GOP alternative will allow fami- Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER week by Speaker [Nancy] Pelosi is a mea- lies and businesses to buy health insur- 1. Intima – The innermost layer of the Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo sure that raises individual and business ance across state lines while also allow- wall of an artery COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION taxes, and reduces funding for Medicare. ing individuals, small businesses and trade 2. Sbirro – A member of the police Michael Pollack Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly The bill, if signed into law, will be associations to pool together and pur- force in Italy EDUCATION & ARTS OFFICE MANAGER MARKETING & OPERATIONS harmful to New Jersey’s taxpayers, se- chase health insurance at lower prices. 3. Prink – To dress for show Ben Corbin niors and businesses. As such, I will vote And the alternative reform bill pro- 4. Sonsy – Lucky, pleasing SERVICES against Speaker Pelosi’s health care bill. vides states with tools to create their own SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe But make no mistake – I support health innovative reforms that expand access to TYPHINIA One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 care reform. health care while lowering costs. 1. Coughing up or spitting Like the majority of my colleagues, I These are ideas that have strong, bipar- 2. A disease of the gums characterized stand in support of common-sense steps tisan support but are absent from the by bleeding or hemorraging to broaden health-care access and respon- Democrats’ new reform legislation. 3. A relapsing fever Business Groups Along Raritan sible solutions that address the rising cost Instead of focusing on fiscally respon- 4. An infection causing pernicious clot- of health care. sible reforms that have bipartisan sup- ting of blood I believe reform ought to include port- port, the Democratic leadership has cho- JUSTE AU CORPS ability – allowing people to keep their sen a path that ignores good ideas from 1. A soldier, especially an infantry man Valley Line Should Collaborate health insurance whether they change jobs the Republican side of the aisle. 2. A close fitting coat or move to a different state. And no one As we prepare to debate and vote on the 3. A decree or sentence of the court The Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce is an In view of the present economic environment, the should be denied coverage for preexist- Speaker’s health care plan, I remain hope- 4. An ethical or moral code ing conditions. ful that the Republican alternative plan THPHLOSIS independent organization without state or national Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce is reassess- Yet the call for common-sense health- will get full and complete consideration 1. An uproar; clamor affiliation. In 1948, Westfield business people met ing its mission. They are seeking input. care reform should be one that our nation and a vote. 2. Vomiting blood and called themselves the Westfield Business Asso- We believe that joint business efforts by towns can afford. It is the only health care reform mea- 3. Blindness This week, I joined like-minded mem- sure that improves what is working in our 4. Whooping cough ciation (WBA). Their purpose was to create greater along the Raritan Valley Line would be a benefit to bers of Congress in introducing the “Medi- health care system and fixes what is bro- DEDOLENT opportunities for business within the town, further all. Imagine a weekend where train rides are free cal Rights and Reform Act” – a fiscally ken in a fiscally responsible manner with- 1. Feeling no compunction or regret the interests of legitimate business and to assist in between Roselle Park and the Netherwood Station in responsible alternative health-care reform out raising taxes or increasing our ever- 2. Lacking muscle or muscular strength measure that reduces costs and expands growing debt and deficit. 3. Untidy or dirty making Westfield a better place in which to live. Plainfield. County residents could lunch in Cranford, 4. Apathetic; disinterested In 1952, the WBA incorporated as the Westfield hop the train to Lord & Taylor, then continue on to Area Chamber of Commerce (WACC), and it laid poetry sessions in Fanwood. One could then take the Letters to the Editor See more the groundwork to bring in the interests of busi- train to Westfield for an evening meal and a concert letters on Page 5 nesses in neighboring towns. in the park – or stroll through downtown Westfield at Since then, other towns, such as Fanwood and their leisure since Elm and Quimby Streets are Letters to Scotch Plains, formed business and professional closed to automobiles. Resident’s Request to Move Cars Off organizations. Garwood and Cranford have their But the business of WACC and other similar orga- Pedestrian Path at Park Was Denied the Editor own organizations. Westfield and Cranford have nizations is more than retail and dining. There are I love living in the town of Westfield. for this during one season or another. formed special improvement districts – recently many professionals, such as lawyers, accountants This community is very caring and is Back to the day in the park, when I WF Y Thanks Groups Scotch Plains as well. All these groups seem to and doctors, in the area that could be, and are, part of involved in many charitable works. I also asked one of the local police officers to operate independently. appreciate that police officers who work please have the cars moved to the parking For Assistance the mix. With 100,000 people along this short stretch in this town get involved as well. That lot, off the pedestrian path, to ensure the The Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce of the Raritan Valley Line, collaboration could create being said, I went running in Tamaques safety of all who were using the park that In Parade and Contest out of Elizabeth, nationally affiliated, allies busi- an economic and political powerhouse. Park last Sunday...it was a glorious day. day, his response to me was, when the The Westfield Y’s Men’s Club would nesses from all of Union County and parts of other These are some of the possibilities. What do you There was a charity baseball game being game is over, we’ll move the cars! For the like to thank the following groups for played in the park, which is marvelous. most part, I feel the police department their assistance and contributions to our counties. think? The park was not too crowded, the park- does a fine job of keeping our town safe 48th Annual Halloween Parade and Cos- ing lots had plenty of spots, and as I’m for all, but in this instance, I feel the tume Contest: The Westfield High School running on the pedestrian path, the path is officer was saying special rules apply to Marching Band, the Westfield Fire De- Is There No Room Left for blocked by at least a dozen cars...parked me because I’m a cop. I feel the police partment, the Westfield Police Depart- on the path, not even the grass. officers in this town should have to follow ment, the Aquaducks, the Downtown Now I’m sure you have all experienced the same rules as everyone else. I wasn’t Westfield Corporation, the YMCA, The flag football season, or baseball season, asking for the charity baseball game to be Westfield Leader, and all the volunteers Common Sense and Moderation? when many people cannot find parking cancelled or stopped, I was just asking to that help make the parade successful. spots in the lots, so they park on the grass. have the pedestrian path safe for pedestri- Also, special thanks to the Rialto Theater, The sweeping changes proposed by the Obama becoming more rich and powerful, preying on the Then there’s always the warning shouted ans, that’s all. The park should be safe for Five Guys Burgers, and The Chocolate Administration and the Pelosi Congress are terrify- false hope offered to the poor while overwhelming out, the police are ticketing, move your all, not convenient for just a few. Bar who donated gift certificates for our cars...and everyone scrambles. We all Leslie Merkelson group prizes. ing. Our heads are spinning. It’s scary what is being the middle class that is trying to hold on. know someone who has received a ticket Westfield Anthony Ausiello proposed. This nation finds itself under the domina- We hope that the disingenuous have reached their Westfield Y’s Men’s Club tion of the likes of Barney Frank, Acorn and Bill crescendo and that they are now on a waning track. Thanks to the Community Ayers. They speak of Chairman Mao in glowing There is much to be done, and the struggle will be Yikes! Chocolate Syrup, terms. To get their way, they intend to use the long. For common sense to prevail, those with mod- For Successful Touch-A-Truck “nuclear option.” erate beliefs must bind and rise with uncommon On behalf of the Junior League of Eliza- cate at-risk children and their parents Jelly and Vaseline There is no common sense to it if one were to energy to rescue this great nation from the jaws of the beth-Plainfield (JLEP), I would like to about the dangers of childhood obesity To the parents of teens in Westfield, do extend my heartfelt appreciation and and methods of prevention, and provide you know where your children were on believe their intentions are honorable. With misdi- extreme left and right – from the snare of those with thanks to the community for helping make the clients of a local shelter with the tools Friday, October 30th, otherwise known rection, with a shroud of sheep’s clothing and kind- acute greed, from the lunacy of those deluded. our third annual Touch-A-Truck needed to offer nutritious meals for their as Mischief Night? Some, but not all were sounding titles for social reform and justice, their Heaven forbid, we can’t endure “Cap and Tax” and fundraiser such a success. This event can- families on a very small budget. at my house. I didn’t invite them but not take place without all of the commu- We feel very fortunate to be in a com- nonetheless they thought it was fine to initiatives could not be more destructive to our the likes thereof. nity volunteers who lend us their time, the munity that so strongly supports our ef- come over anyhow, and I’m having a hard country. We admit it. We’re frightened. We believe Health care can be fixed without 2,000 pages of generous advertisers and sponsors of the forts to assist local families in crises time calling what they did at my house we’re being duped and deceived. gibberish. General Motors can be fixed, but not by event, those companies who so gener- through voluntarism. Working together, “mischief”. Chocolate syrup, vasoline, ously lend us their trucks for the day and, we can create a positive change in the tomatoes, chalk, shaving cream, saran Nevertheless, we’re angry and resolved to stand up converting it to another Post Office. The financial of course, all of the wonderful families lives of those around us who most need wrap, jelly, q-tips, forks and the requisite to turn the tide. industry can be fixed by crushing the Madoffs. We who attend the event. our assistance. We invite everyone to TP were used to deface my house and my We know they are not stupid, for if they were, we can have real jobs and growth again – labeled “Made The funds earned at Touch-A-Truck visit our website atjlepnj.org to learn more car and they also destroyed my property. help the JLEP fund its community service about the work of the JLEP, how to spon- They left messages as well, mostly in the would not be so concerned. They’re crafty in ma- In America.” projects. In supporting Touch-A-Truck, sor the JLEP or how to become a member form of words and symbols that I’m sure nipulating the public into believing their intentions But, it won’t happen with what is being proposed. our volunteers, donors, sponsors and at- of the JLEP. The Westfield Leader would refuse to are the promotion of the wellbeing of the populace. Where are those steering the ship in government and tendees are directly responsible for help- Susan Buchner publish. We can’t babysit our kids 24/7, ing the JLEP clothe underprivileged nor should we need to. We can only hope In the end, though, they are taking advantage of the business taking us? President, women re-entering the workforce, edu- Junior League of Elizabeth-Plainfield that when they leave the house they use weak and less fortunate to further their own agenda Will the real statesmen and leaders please come good judgement. Unfortunately, some of and personal gain. They are the rich and powerful – forward? the kids in our town, maybe yours, didn’t on Mischief night. Leibowitz Family Thanks Neighbors I have no idea who was responsible for the defacement of my property you prob- For ‘Support and Love’ After Marathon ably don’t either – I just hope you stop and Westfielders are the best. have been blessed to have been surrounded think about what it would feel like if the When we arrived home from complet- by great people for 25 years and have the same thing happened to your house. And ing our first New York City Marathon on best neighbors that anyone could ask for. if it had, I’d bet that your kids wouldn’t Sunday, we were shocked to find a huge This shows the great spirit of Westfield have thought it was cool. It really crossed congratulations banner on our fence, bal- and the caring people who live here. the line between having fun and having loons on our front railing and a card in our We would like to express our special fun at other peoples expense. mailbox. thanks and appreciation to the Menares- Meryle Lowenthal The entire Poe Avenue cul-de-sac had Brown, Pastore, Irving, Strauss, Kostyack, Westfield painted and signed this wonderful sur- Bubniak, Ferio and Levine Families. prise for us. We were overwhelmed with Mindy and Ed Leibowitz the support and love of our neighbors. We Westfield Community News Area Turkey Drive ‘Train Horn Is the Sound of America Fights Hunger AREA – Volunteers will be at four At Work’ and Should Not Be Silenced locations in Union County to collect fro- I have to think that the silencing of train while waving to the engineers as the train zen turkeys, non-perishable food, and horns in Westfield for the sake of some rumbles by on slow and lazy summer donations on Saturday, November 21, people who can’t sleep, or keep their afternoons. I guess I am sounding nostal- from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, No- windows open, or have barbeques outside gic, but things like that used to happen. vember 22, from 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. is a pretty lame excuse for those people Future generations of children will not Look for the volunteers in the parking who actually chose to live near the train have those experiences. This is another lots of the drop-off locations: Commu- tracks in the first place. They had to know example of what used to be is never going nity FoodBank of New Jersey, 31 Evans that they would hear the train and or the to be again. Terminal, Hillside (Nov. 21); Franklin train horn at some point. This whole situ- What has happened to this country and Elementary School, 700 Prospect Street, ation might have been different if the its people? Are we all getting soft? The Westfield (Nov. 21); St. James Church, subject of silencing the train horn had train and its tracks were in place a long 45 So. Springfield Avenue, Springfield come up for a vote in a General Election, time before the people who built their (Nov. 21); Summit Diner, 1 Union Place, say today, November 3, 2009. houses around the tracks. Although I feel Summit (Nov. 22, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.). The sound of the train horn is the sound their pain in that they can’t sleep, now I The turkeys and other donations will of America at work and on the move. can’t sleep knowing that one more Ameri- help the FoodBank to provide a tradi- Have people forgotten that one of the can symbol has been silenced. Although tional Thanksgiving dinner and other most important modes of transportation I don’t live near the train tracks, I still hear holiday meals to those in need, and to be in this country is the train system? Part of that whistle and find it most comforting; there for those in need after the holidays. that train tradition is the train horn, an- it says things are still being transported “Our partner agencies have reported a nouncing arrivals and departures, signal- and America still works. rise in need of 30 percent in the past year. ing danger and, for fun, (although I don’t Somehow $70,000 of our tax money When you combine that with the tens of Your State Legislators know if train conductors are allowed to do was appropriated to make the train horn thousands who are losing their unem- it anymore), tooting the horn to bystand- go away; some of my tax dollars were ployment benefits each month, the out- ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, ers who watch the trains come through, redirected into a fund to put up signs and look is bleak,” said Kathleen DiChiara, Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. gates so that some could rest easier at president and CEO of the Community 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. Deadlines night. All of this came as a surprise to me. FoodBank of New Jersey. “We rely on Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, General News - Friday 4pm Before it was mentioned in the paper as a these turkey drives to help combat the (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm “done deal,” I knew nothing about this, or problem and provide a Thanksgiving meal Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm I would have protested and I think there for those in need.” 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm would have been many others behind me. The FoodBank seeks financial dona- Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm Did you handle this situation democrati- tions, which will be used to purchase (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] cally? I don’t think so. What will I miss: turkeys and distribute food and groceries Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] To Reach Us the American sound of the train keeping throughout the winter. Donations can be 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] E-Mail - [email protected] America prosperous and working. I liked made online at njfoodbank.org. The Com- Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] Phone - (908) 232-4407 being reminded of that when I used to munity FoodBank of New Jersey distrib- (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] For more information, see hear the sound of the train horn. uted 28 million pounds of food last year to 7th Congressional District www.goleader.com/help Beth Mellina people in need in 18 of New Jersey’s 21 Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 Westfield counties. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 5, 2009 Page 5 Optimist Club of Westfield, Known For Graduation BASH, Celebrates 20th Year WESTFIELD — The Optimist Club of “Top Hat” contributor to the Children’s Westfield celebrated its 20th anniversary Family Night New Year’s Eve celebra- recently with current and former mem- tion sponsored by the Recreation Depart- bers. A not-for-profit service club com- ment and Chamber of Commerce, the posed of men and women who live and/or Optimists also provide annual awards and work in the Westfield area, the 60 mem- recognition for members of the commu- bers of the Westfield chapter have served nity that have excelled in helping others the community for 20 years, providing through the Friend of Youth, Youth Vol- ‘optimism’ through service projects, com- unteer and Intermediate School Teachers munity activities, support for needy fami- Awards. lies, and academic programs and compe- During the same period of time, Opti- titions. mists have provided almost 1,000 food Chartered as a chapter of Optimist In- baskets to those in need during the holi- ternational in 1989 as an organization day season and club members have worked whose mission is dedicated to being “a on Habitat for Humanity projects in friend of youth,” club members conduct Plainfield and other Habitat projects sup- service projects that benefit youth and porting victims of Katrina, including fur- DEBUT EVENT...Al and Denise West, host and president of the Edmund L. community. The members of the organi- nishing five homes in Perth Amboy that Houston Foundation, are joined by Marilyn Rivera, Harold Ford and Julian zation touch upwards of 2,500 young housed families transplanted from the Ford, Global Real Estate Holdings; current Rutgers MBA students and Alfreda TWENTY YEARS OF OPTIMISM…Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky, pictured people and more than 500 adults in Gulf coast. P. Robinson (center). center in his office, recently signed a proclamation acknowledging the 20th Westfield each year. The chapter also sponsors a Junior Anniversary of the Optimist Club of Westfield. Pictured with Mayor Skibitsky The signature project is Project Gradu- Optimist Club at Westfield High School, Inaugural Rutgers ELH Foundation Fall Social are Optimist Club past presidents, standing left to right: Michael Walsh, Marty ation BASH, the all-night graduation party whose members visit local nursing homes, Silverman, James Fleming, Don Pray, Russ Finestein, Jeffrey Feldman, Mitchell for the Westfield High School senior class collect toys for tots, sponsor youth photo Takes Place at Wests’ Home In Westfield Newmark, current president, Frank Schwarzer and Rob Shaffer. on the evening of graduation. 2009 was competitions and provide youth volun- WESTFIELD – The first annual the Alfreda P. Robinson Award. also the 20th anniversary of the Optimist teers for Optimist Club projects. Rutgers University Edmund L. Hous- Alfreda Robinson, a retired dean of Club Project Graduation BASH, a tradi- The Optimist Club meets the second Highland Ave. Crosswalk Must Be tion for graduating seniors. The purpose Wednesday of each month for dinner, and ton (ELH) Foundation Fall Social Student Services at Rutgers Gradu- of the party is to provide a fun, safe, drug- guests are always welcome to join us at fundraiser was held at the home of ate School of Business, was in atten- Addressed Before Installation and alcohol-free atmosphere for the se- any of our monthly meetings. For more Al and Denise West in Westfield on dance. Patrice Senior of North nior class to celebrate their high school information, e-mail Michael Walsh at November 1. In attendance were Brunswick was the recipient of this We are very concerned that the High- In the mayor’s e-mail, a statement was graduation. Over 7,000 Westfield High [email protected]. Rutgers Graduate School of Busi- year’s Fellowship. Gentry Long was land Avenue crosswalk will be installed made about a mature tree needing to be School graduates have had joyous and ness alumni, current students and the recipient of the Alfreda P. before our neighborhood’s concerns about removed if the crosswalk were placed on safe celebrations at the annual Project Come Wine and Dine friends of the ELH Foundation. The Robinson Award. Denise West, cur- its placement are addressed. the other side of Sinclair Avenue. How- Graduation BASH. event was sponsored by Global Real rent ELH Foundation president, and On October 26, we, along with the ever, last year, when the town installed In 2009, the Optimist Club assumed At Investment Event Gardens’ residents who signed our peti- new curbing on Highland Avenue, the full responsibility for presenting and spon- Estate Holdings. The ELH Founda- her husband, Al, are both alumni of tion, received an e-mail from Mayor Andy roots of all of the adjacent mature trees soring a new project, the Westfield GARWOOD – The Investment tion provides a fellowship for one Rutgers Graduate School of Busi- Skibitsky regarding the proposed High- were cut to accommodate the Belgium Haunted House, held on October 31, at Management Division of minority graduate student in a ness. land Avenue crosswalk. Our neighbor- block. In some places, the cuts were made the Westfield Memorial Pool. This spe- Redfield, Blonsky & Co. cordially Rutgers MBA program each year. It Paid Bulletin Board hood greatly appreciates that information to within 18” of the tree trunk. Concerned cial event provided another opportunity also awards one graduating student goleader.com/express is being made public about the process for the trees’ well being, we took pictures for children and adults to enjoy a safe and invites members of the commu- involved in choosing the crosswalk loca- of this and spoke to the Public Works scary Halloween experience. nity to attend its Second Invest- tion, and we know that we all share the Department. We were told that it is com- For many years, the club has sponsored ment Conference on Thursday, same goal of providing a safe crosswalk. mon practice for the town to do this and academic oratorical and essay competi- November 12, beginning at 6 p.m. Helping Accident However, we do not feel that the that the trees would be fine. The mature tions at all levels in the Westfield Public at The Westwood, located at 438 mayor’s letter addresses or provides solu- tree in question is much farther away School system; organized the Hands-On- tions for the following concerns: from the alternate location of the cross- Science Program for elementary school North Avenue in Garwood. The proposed crosswalk area has an walk, so we are unclear as to why it would students; supported numerous town arts A light meal, beer and wine will Victims Everyday active driveway on one end and a storm have to be removed. and humanities programs for young be served. Reservations are re- sewer and view-obstructing utility pole We appreciate the work that has been people, and individual Eagle Scout quired. To respond, contact Donna on the other end. done by the Public Safety Committee and projects. The Optimist Club was the origi- Traffic approaches the children from the town safety officials to place a cross- nal co-sponsors of the very successful at (908) 276-7226 or four directions in the proposed cross- walk on Highland Avenue. And, we ap- and continuing Night Place for interme- [email protected] by Monday, walk, making it difficult for them to de- preciate that information was shared on diate school students, major contributors November 9. cide if they should look in front of them, the location decision. We were also told (decorating and equipping) the Recre- Paid Bulletin Board behind them or to the right or left side to that an Independent Safety Opinion was ation Department’s Teen Center, and a goleader.com/express safely cross the street. obtained. However, we understand that Although the Highland/Sinclair Av- this opinion was based on maps and not enue intersection is relatively quiet dur- an actual site visit. In order for our neigh- ing most of the day, it is extremely busy borhood to have the most complete and during the morning hours that children accurate information, would it be pos- walk to school. Many cars use this inter- sible to make public the safety evalua- section – at the exact same time that the tions that were conducted on the pro- children will cross – as a route to Moun- posed location? tain Avenue and Route 22. Given the amount of traffic and the Over a three-day period, between the number of safety concerns in the pro- hours of 8:15 and 8:45 a.m., we observed posed location, we requested at the Octo- and recorded the number of cars traveling ber 27 Town Council meeting that a more through the Highland/Sinclair intersec- comprehensive traffic safety study be tion. In this half-hour period, an average conducted, during the morning hours that of 101 cars passed through this intersec- children will actually use the crosswalk, tion each day. prior to installing a Highland Avenue More than twice the number of cars crosswalk. We hope that our drove through the proposed crosswalk neighborhood’s specific concerns will be location than was the case on the other considered as part of this and that alterna- side of Sinclair Avenue, which is an alter- tive locations will be included in the evalu- nate location that has been suggested. In ation. the event that a crosswalk is installed in The mayor’s e-mail also states that JON BRAMNICK the proposed location, we would like to according to the Federal Highway Safety know if traffic-controlling devices can be Administration, “a crosswalk at an inter- Certified Civil Trial Attorney installed and whether or not a crossing section is defined as the extension of the SURPRISE...Mindy and Ed Leibowitz of Poe Avenue in Westfield display the guard will be placed there. sidewalk across the intersection, regard- banner of congratulation from their neighbors upon their return from their first 30 Years Experience In his e-mail to us and the residents less of whether it is marked or not.” This NYC Marathon. See letter on page 4. who signed our petition, Mayor Skibitsky being the case, many de facto crosswalks recognized as a “Super Lawyer” criticized us for showing the incorrect thus exist on Highland Avenue. Perhaps, in the field of Personal Injury Law utility pole placement in our photos. In a more comprehensive traffic safety evalu- Holiday Bazaar Set fact, the location that we showed in the ation will pinpoint alternative crosswalk Read and Post BRAMNICK, RODRIGUEZ, photo is exactly where the utility pole was locations that may be safer and also con- Nov. 14 in Union going to be placed – and the stake that venient. MITTERHOFF, GRABAS & WOODRUFF LLC PSE&G used to mark where it would be Although there are no laws in place that UNION TOWNSHIP - A Holiday Ba- Community News relocated is still in the ground. We did not prohibit a crosswalk from being installed zaar will be held on Saturday, Novem- Daily Online At 1827 East Second Street, Scotch Plains find out until after the petitions were adjacent to an active driveway, common ber 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Con- necticut Farms Presbyterian Church 908-322-7000 signed and handed in that the pole was sense dictates that children should not be goleader.com www.jonbramnick.com going to be moved again. directed to cross the street in such an area, located at 888 Stuyvesant Avenue in This pole will now be moved else- especially when there are other viable Union. There will be hand crafted gifts, where, but not because we did not like it, alternative locations available. holiday decorations, homemade cakes Can Be Reached 24 Hours a Day in an Emergency as Mayor Skibitsky suggested in his e- and goodies. A snack bar will be open. Karen and Brian Karnofsky For more information, call (908) mail. 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Meeting to Be Held Library Is Collecting Books At Belcher-Ogden Mansion For Disadvantaged Children WESTFIELD – The historic two years he has portrayed Wash- WESTFIELD – The Westfield including Monday through Thurs- Belcher-Ogden Mansion, located at ington, after having portrayed Gen- Memorial Library is collecting new, day from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 1046 East Jersey Street in Elizabeth, eral Nathanael Greene for several unwrapped books for children and from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday will be the setting for the West Fields years and a soldier for years before young adults as part of the New from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday Chapter of the Sons of the American that. Jersey Library Association’s from 1 to 5 p.m. The library will be Revolution meeting this Sunday, No- The meeting is open to the public. Children’s Services campaign closed on Wednesday, November 11, vember 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. through Monday, November 30. for Veteran’s Day; will close early at One of the most significant build- Every year, thousands of books 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25, ings in New Jersey, the Belcher- Cardiologist to Speak are collected through New Jersey and will be closed on Thursday, No- Ogden Mansion not only was the libraries and distributed to less for- vember 26, for Thanksgiving. house of Jonathan Belcher, one of To Senior Social Club tunate children throughout the state The Westfield Memorial Library the only remaining royal governors WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity during the holidays. is located at 550 East Broad Street. in the original 13 colonies, but later Senior Social Club will meet on Mon- “We welcome children’s and teens’ For more information, call (908) 789- the home of Governor Aaron Ogden, day, November 9, at 1:30 p.m. in the books, in particular those featuring 4090, visit the library’s website, a Revolutionary war hero Holy Trinity Interparochial School ROTARY RAFFLE…Members of the Rotary Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains join minority characters,” said Kathy wmlnj.org, and sign up for the together for the club’s long-successful 50/50 raffle, selling tickets worth up to $6,000. Muhm, the library’s coordinator of monthly e-newsletter, “Library (Monmouth to Yorktown). gymnasium, located on First Street in Tickets, at $10 each, or books of 10 for $100, may be purchased by calling (908) 564- In a program presented in con- Westfield. 0030. Pictured, from left to right, are: Tom Russo, Tom Cusmano, Steve Goldberg, Youth Services. “We also invite lo- Loop,” or stop by the library for a junction with the Elizabeth Histori- Dr. Sidney Glasofer, a cardiologist F-SP Rotary President Janet Strunk, Blanchard Hiatt, 50/50 raffle leader; John cal groups, such as scout troops, copy of its quarterly newsletter, cal Society, guest Ronald Rinaldi, presently working at Overlook Hos- Crisafulli, president of the Rotary Club’s Betty Frazee House Project; Andy community service organizations “Take Note.” Jr. will portray General George pital in Summit, will be the guest Calamaras, Rotary district governor; Alexander Cauwels and Joe Qutub. and sports teams, to collect books Washington. Mr. Rinaldi, who holds speaker. He has attended the Univer- and bring them to the Youth Services Scout Food Drive Set a Bachelor of Arts degree in Ameri- sity of Medicine and Dentistry of desk at the library.” November 14 to 21 can History and a Master of Arts New Jersey in Newark and received Local Museum to Spotlight The books that the Westfield Li- degree in Military History, has had training at Massachusetts General brary collects will be sent to needy SCOTCH PLAINS – The Boy an interest in the American Revolu- Hospital, Harvard and Cornell. Dr. children in Union County. Scouts and Cub Scouts of Scotch tion since he was a young teen. Glasofer will discuss heart health and ‘Expressions From the Past’ Books are being accepted anytime Plains and Fanwood will conduct their A police officer for 20 years, Mr. preventative medicine. WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory foods. Taste samples will be offered during hours that the library is open, annual food drive, called “Scouting Rinaldi is married with three chil- The regular club meeting will then House Museum, located at 614 to visitors. For Food,” from November 14 to dren. For the past 34 years he has take place. Sign-ups will be accepted Mountain Avenue in Westfield, will The gift shop, which carries a Local Garden Clubs November 21. taken part in annual reenactments at this meeting for a Wednesday, De- present “Colloquialisms – Expres- variety of Colonial toys, crafts, Slate Joint Meeting “Scouting For Food” is a crucial of Washington’s Christmas Cross- cember 2 trip to the Hunterdon Hills sions from the Past” this Sunday, books and educational materials, source of support for multiple local ing of the Delaware River. The last Playhouse for the Christmas program. November 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. will be open. WESTFIELD – The Annual Joint food pantries that help those in need Members also will have an opportu- Visitors will learn how many com- Admission to the museum and its Meeting of Westfield’s two garden within their communities, such as Thrift Shop to Begin nity to sign up for the club’s annual mon expressions used today came grounds is $2.50 for adults and $1 clubs, the Garden Club of Westfield senior citizens with limited incomes Christmas party, to be held on Mon- from Colonial times and even ear- for students; children under age 4 and the Rake and Hoe Garden Club, and families facing difficult times. Annual Toy-Doll Sale day, December 14, in the school gym- lier, such as “It’s raining cats and may attend for free. is scheduled for Tuesday, November Scouts will leave specially marked SCOTCH PLAINS – The Fanwood- nasium. Details will be announced at dogs,” “a pig in a poke,” “let the cat Upcoming Sunday events at the 10, at The Presbyterian Church in shopping bags at their neighbors’ Scotch Plains Service League Thrift this meeting. Coffee, tea and refresh- out of the bag” and “mind your p’s museum include “Sweet Things – Westfield. homes on or about Saturday, Novem- Shop will begin its annual Toy and ments will be served after the meeting. and q’s,” among many others. 18th Century Candy” on November The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. ber 14. Residents may donate canned Doll Sale on Tuesday, November 10, Sunday’s program also will in- 15, “Thanksgiving Dinner and Colo- in the church’s Assembly Hall, fol- and non-perishable foods by putting at 10 a.m. All toys and dolls are new or Hope Chest Plans Sale clude tours of the restored 1740 nial Table Manners and Customs” on lowing refreshments at 12:30 p.m. them in the bags, which scouts will gently used and in excellent condition. farmhouse. Additionally, members November 22, “Gingerbread Sunday” The program by Moda Botanica of come by to pick up on the morning of The sale will continue through Satur- Of Household Items of the cooking committee will dem- on December 6 and “German Christ- Philadelphia will demonstrate flo- Saturday, November 21. day, November 14. WESTFIELD – The Hope Chest onstrate the skills used in 18th-cen- mas Customs” on December 13. ral design structures crafted from Residents who do not receive bags This year the sale will spotlight Thrift Shop will hold a half-price sale tury open-hearth cooking, using For more information or to sched- items commonly found in a home or at their houses also are welcome to Boyds bears, in particular “The Head of all household items from Saturday, authentic recipes and seasonal ule a tour, call the office at (908) 232- garden. bring donations to the Fanwood Pres- Bean Collection” manufactured in November 7, through Saturday, No- 1776. The museum’s e-mail address The church is located at 140 Moun- byterian Church, located at Martine Pennsylvania. Teddy bears in all sizes, vember 14. Ceremonies to Be Held is [email protected] tain Avenue in Westfield. For further and LaGrande Avenues, from 9 a.m. dressed for all seasons and occasions, The shop’s household section fea- and its website is millercoryhouse.org. information, call (908) 232-8120. to noon on November 21. will be featured. Barbie dolls, baby tures paintings, fine china, crystal Honoring Veterans Day Both the Rake and Hoe Garden Club Any questions may be directed to dolls, porcelain collectable dolls and bowls, stemware and many hard-to- SCOTCH PLAINS – American All Saints’ Announces and the Garden Club of Westfield are Scotch Plains-Fanwood Scouting Cabbage Patch dolls also will be avail- find items for the home. Legion Post 209 and Veterans of For- members of The Garden Club of New For Food Coordinator Mark able, along with doll furniture. There also will be sale items avail- eign Wars Post 10122 will conduct Singles’ Wine-Cheese Jersey, Inc., Central Atlantic Region, Schuman at (908) 578-4847 or Additionally, there will be able in clothing for women, men and ceremonies on Wednesday, Novem- SCOTCH PLAINS – On Sunday, and National Garden Clubs, Inc. [email protected]. children’s books, Lego building sets, children. Selections of jewelry, hand- ber 11, in observance of Veterans Day. November 15, the All Saints’ Episco- cars and trucks, small riding vehicles, bags and accessories will be featured The services will begin at 11 a.m. pal Church will host a Wine and Cheese board games and puzzles. as well. with the laying of wreaths at the Vet- Party for single adults. Partygoers also Nature Club Announces The thrift shop is located at 1730 Volunteers from the Center for Hope erans Monument located at Park Av- will be able to enjoy soda and snacks, East Second Street in Scotch Plains. Hospice and Palliative Care Auxiliary enue and Front Street in Scotch Plains. games, a sing-along and fellowship. Meeting and Excursions It is open Tuesday, Wednesday and operate the Hope Chest, managed by At noon, there will be a presentation The event will run from 3 to 5 p.m. in Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Helga Thomas. All proceeds help the of wreaths at the Fanwood Memorial Lea Hall (the parish hall). MOUNTAINSIDE – The Greater The Greater Watchung Nature Club and Friday and Saturday from 10 center provide care to families dealing Library, located at North Avenue and Admission is $10 per person. To Watchung Nature Club will hold its is dedicated to promoting fellowship a.m. to 1 p.m. Parking is free. with end-of-life issues. Tillotson Road. make a reservation, call the church at monthly meeting on Tuesday, Novem- among those who share an apprecia- NJ Transit bus 59 stops in front of The thrift shop is located at 26 Members of the community are in- (908) 322-8047. All Saints’ Church is ber 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the Courthouse tion of the natural world. Annual dues the shop at Willow Avenue. For more Prospect Street in Westfield. It is open vited to attend these programs to rec- located at 559 Park Avenue in Scotch of the Mountainside Municipal Build- are $12 for an individual, $17 for a information or directions, call the Monday through Saturday from 10 ognize the contributions and sacri- Plains, across from Park Middle School. ing, located on New Providence Road couple/family and $4 for students. shop at (908) 322-5420 during busi- a.m. to 4 p.m. For directions, call fices made by all former members of The parking lot in back is accessed via at the intersection of Route 22, East. The public is welcome to attend all ness hours. (908) 233-9973. the armed forces of the United States. Church Avenue to School Place. Herman Bieber will present a club programs and trips. slideshow, with music, about the wild- life and the ice seen on his 2008 visit Christmas Sale Is Set New Jersey Audubon Honors to Patagonia and Antarctica. On Saturday, November 14, Andy At Church Thrift Shop The loan you want, and Gemma Major will lead a bird trip FANWOOD – The Fanwood Pres- NJSACC’s Diane Genco to the Raritan Bay and environs. Inter- byterian Church Thrift Shop will hold WESTFIELD – New Jersey through formal and informal educa- ested persons are asked to call Joyce its annual Christmas Sale on consecu- the service you deserve. School-Age Care Coalition tion. NJSACC offers technical as- Payeur at (908) 647-2308 for direc- tive Wednesdays, November 11 and (NJSACC) Executive Director Diane sistance, training and support to help tions to the Route 36 Laurence Harbor 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Genco was awarded New Jersey New Jersey’s afterschool communi- meeting place. Participants are ad- A large variety of new and slightly NEIL SULLIVAN Audubon’s Patricia F. Kane Excel- ties thrive. The organization builds vised to dress very warmly and to used clothing will be available, along lence in Environmental Education public awareness and support; of- bring scopes and lunch. The Majors with jewelry, kitchen supplies, glass- President, Westfield Mortgage Award at the organization’s annual fers guidance for parents, providers may be reached at (732) 583-7971. ware, silverware and other decora- web: www.westfieldmortgage.com dinner on October 23 in Cape May. and advocates; strengthens relation- On Saturday, November 21, the tive items, including pictures, frames Ms. Genco was ships with Greater Watchung Nature Club will and trimmings for the tree and home. email: [email protected] recognized for policymakers, visit the Merrill Creek Reservoir and All are welcome. developing a funders, practi- walk the trails in the environmental The shop entrance is located on 774 Central Avenue Westfield, NJ 07090 statewide cam- tioners and par- preserve looking for ducks, resident Macdermott Place in Fanwood. Ample paign to link ents, and shares bald eagles and passerines. Those in- parking is available. All workers are Phone: (908) 518-0800 Toll-Free: (866) 518-0800 environmental best practices. terested are asked to call Pete Axelrod volunteers and all proceeds from the Licensed by the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance educators with Founded in at (908) 347-2308 for directions to the sale will benefit local charities. For afterschool 1982, NJSACC, meeting place at the reservoir. more information, call (908) 889-8891. programs. located in The cam- Westfield, paign, Cel- works locally ebrate and statewide. Afterschool: For more infor- Outdoors in the mation, see Garden State, njsacc.org. was launched HONORED FOR EXCELLENCE…Dale The New Jer- in spring 2009 Rosselet, vice-president of New Jersey sey Audubon with nature fes- Audubon, left, presents Diane Genco of Society is a pri- tivals, hands-on NJSACC with her organization’s Patricia F. vately sup- workshops and Kane Excellence in Environmental Education ported, not-for- community events designed to in- profit, statewide membership orga- spire learning and connect children nization. Founded in 1897, and one with their communities and the natu- of the oldest independent Audubon ral world. societies, New Jersey Audubon has “Afterschool programs have a no connection with the National unique opportunity,” Ms. Genco said. Audubon Society. New Jersey “Afterschool programs can work with Audubon fosters environmental children in creative ways that aren’t awareness and a conservation ethic bound by high-stakes testing goals or among New Jersey’s citizens; pro- by 45-minute blocks of time.” tects New Jersey’s birds, mammals, NJSACC, the Network for New other animals and plants, especially Jersey’s Afterschool Communities, endangered and threatened species, We’ll Help Your Business organized the event. and promotes preservation of New The award is given annually to an Jersey’s valuable natural habitats. individual/team that demonstrates Paid Bulletin Board outstanding effort/dedication in con- goleader.com/express necting people to the natural world

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 5, 2009 Page 7 By Cultivating Gratitude, Senior Citizen Committee We Build a Better Society Offers Trip to Museum By RABBI DOUGLAS SAGAL who seemingly never had to depend SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Plains Recreation Office, Room 113 A few weeks ago, I witnessed a on the kindness of others to suc- Plains Senior Citizen Advisory in the municipal building, located at disturbing incident. Across the street ceed. Committee will sponsor a trip on 430 Park Avenue in Scotch Plains. from one of our larger schools, chil- We also are cynical. We think that Wednesday, November 18, to the Payment of the $7 fee, however, will dren were crossing the marked if someone has done us a kindness, Newark Museum to view the ex- be collected on the bus, and the total crosswalk when the car in front of it must be because “something is in hibit entitled “100 Masterpieces of submitted to museum personnel prior me shoved its way into the path of it” for them. Or, if someone such as Art Pottery, 1880-1930.” to entering the exhibit. the walk. The crossing guard asked a doorman at a hotel or a waiter The pieces are drawn from the For further information, call (908) the driver to move his car back- offers exemplary service, we dis- museum’s internationally renowned 322-6700, extension no. 221, or ward, off the white lines. miss it by saying, “it’s their job.” collection. Two loans from the (908) 889-2084. The driver responded with invec- How many of us routinely leave a American Decorative Art 1900 tive and curses that could be easily note, or better yet a tip, for the Foundation also are included in this Rosary Altar Society heard by the children crossing the chambermaid who cleans our hotel exhibit. The entry fee to the exhibit To Meet November 12 road. This driver, who was in a large room or empties our trash or picks is $7 per senior. and well appointed vehicle, clearly up our clothes? Through cooperation with the GARWOOD – The next regular should have known better. None of I think we would be a better soci- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of monthly meeting of St. Anne’s Ro- us like being told what to do, but the ety, and a better town, if all of us Education, participants will be trans- sary Altar Society of Garwood will crossing guard was simply trying to learned to cultivate gratitude. Grati- PATRIOTIC ENDEAVOR…Andrew Marino of Westfield, pictured above, re- ported to Newark at no cost. The be held on Thursday, November 12, protect the children from harm. tude to our neighbors, our town em- cently led a group of scouts and adults in refurbishing flagpoles and replacing school bus will leave at 11:30 a.m. at 7:30 p.m. in the lower church after During these past High Holydays, ployees, the teachers in the schools, American flags in Westfield’s downtown as his Eagle Scout project. He is a from the Scotch Hills Country Club recitation of the rosary. I chose to speak about adopting an and the crossing guards who pro- member of Boy Scout Troop 72. parking lot, located at Plainfield Av- Vice President and Program Chair- “attitude of gratitude.” Studies have tect our children. enue and Jerusalem Road in Scotch woman Eleanor Senus has arranged a shown that people who cultivate * * * * * * * Plains, and return about 5 p.m. special program for this meeting. Judith gratitude in their daily lives are hap- Rabbi Sagal is senior rabbi at Troop 72’s Andrew Marino A special sale of various items, Krall-Russo, speaker from the New pier, more fulfilled, more satisfied Temple Emanu-El, located at 756 East many one-of-a-kind, will be held in Jersey Council for the Humanities, with life than those who do not. Broad Street in Westfield. the area of the snack bar, and there- will discuss “Cranberries of New Jer- Those who tend to show traits of Completes Eagle Project fore attendees are encouraged to eat sey.” Cranberry desserts and bever- ingratitude are less happy, less sat- WESTFIELD – Andrew Marino, Mr. Senus was treasurer of the lunch at home or take a sandwich to ages will be served during the meet- isfied, more depressed, anxious and a Life Scout with Troop 72 in Westfield Foundation at the time of eat on the bus. Beverages may be ing. Members may bring guests, and unfulfilled. Gratitude is beneficial. Westfield, recently completed his his death in January 1995, and he available at the snack bar. parishioners are invited to attend. Any- So why do we find gratitude so Eagle Scout Project. Eagle Scout is also served as chief of finance of Registration must be made by Fri- one wishing to attend is asked to call hard to cultivate? First of all, grati- the highest rank available in Boy the Leukemia Society in New York. day, November 13, in the Scotch Eleanor at (908) 232-7070. tude is the only emotion that cannot Scouting. From 1980 to 1986, he was a mem- President Christine Guerriero will be expressed to ourselves. We can Andrew planned and secured ber of the Westfield Board of Edu- Indoor Flea Market call on Bertha Dec to report on the be proud of ourselves, we can be funds for a project that resulted in cation, serving as president for four On Tap Saturday Society’s Autumn Bake Sale that was angry with ourselves, we can be the restoration of more than 70 of those years. An Eagle Scout him- held on October 17 and 18. AREA – The Springfield Presbyte- Additionally, plans for the Rosary disappointed with ourselves, but we American Flags that fly over down- self, Mr. Senus was a scout leader rian Church will host an indoor flea cannot be grateful to ourselves. In town Westfield from Memorial Day with Troop 72. Altar Society’s Annual Christmas Party market on Saturday, November 7, on the evening of Friday, December 4, order to express gratitude, we need through Thanksgiving each year. Mrs. Senus and their sons, Leo E. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will take place to acknowledge that we have re- One of the civic duties undertaken Senus, also an Eagle Scout, and at the Knights of Columbus Hall in in the Parish House auditorium, lo- Garwood will be discussed. ceived some benefit from something by Troop 72 is to raise and lower Greg Senus, were members of Troop cated at 37 Church Mall in Spring- or someone outside of ourselves, these flags. It was during their most 72. As a Boy Scout, Eagle Scout, Members are reminded that the next Maggie Anton field (opposite and down the street Rosary Sunday will be December 6, something beyond ourselves. A recent removal that Andrew noticed captain in the United States Army from the historic church in the center grateful person knows that he or she that many of the flags and poles were and one who loved America, Mr. with recitation of the rosary at 7:40 of the township). Admission will be a.m. and Mass at 8 a.m. at St. Anne’s is not the center of the universe, but CBI Women’s Dinner worn and required refurbishment. Senus established his fund in the free and food will be available. needs others in order to thrive, suc- With the approval of the Down- Westfield Foundation strictly for Roman Catholic Church in Garwood. ceed and be happy. To Feature Author town Westfield Corporation (DWC), patriotic purposes about a month This is hard. We are taught that SCOTCH PLAINS – Maggie Andrew led a group of scouts and before his death. Mrs. Senus said The Family Law Department of the “self-made” person is the ideal. Anton, author of the historical fic- adults over a three-month period in she was pleased that the fund was We admire the tough, strong person tion trilogy “Rashi’s Daughters,” sanding and lacquering the poles available to enable Andrew’s project Dughi & Hewit Presents who needs nothing from anyone, will be the guest speaker at the and affixing newly-purchased flags to go forward. who “makes it” on their own. Our Women’s Fall Dinner, sponsored by where necessary. All faded or torn Andrew is the son of James and heroes are people like John Wayne, the Sisterhood of Congregation Beth flags were appropriately retired. Betsy Marino of Westfield. He is Israel. The dinner will take place on Funding for Andrew’s project was grateful for the support of Sherry Church Reveals Date Tuesday, November 17, from 7 to provided by a generous grant from Cronin of the DWC, Dale Hagstrom, For ‘Grandma’s Attic’ 9:30 p.m. at the synagogue. It is a fund administered by the Westfield his Eagle advisor; David Maran, open to the community. Foundation, sponsored by Kathy Scoutmaster of Troop 72; the SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Ms. Anton will discuss her latest Senus, a Westfield resident since Westfield Foundation and Mrs. Plains Baptist Church will once again book, “Rashi’s Daughters, Book III: 1971, and established by her late Senus, along with that of his family present its Grandma’s Attic Bazaar Rachel,” which was released in Au- husband, Leo J. Senus. and friends. on Saturday, November 14, from 10 gust. The author’s trilogy explores a.m. to 4 p.m. the fact that the medieval Jewish Brand-new and used merchandise scholar known as Rashi (Rabbi The Investment Management Division of will be featured, including one-of-a- Shlomo Yitzhaki) had no sons, only kind items. Among the selections will three daughters – Joheved, Miriam Redfield, Blonsky & Co., LLC be Christmas and gift items, toys, cloth- and Rachel – about whom little was ing for the entire family, china, glass- written. According to legend, Rashi’s Come Wine and Dine at our ware, kitchen and household items. daughters were learned during a time Attendees also will be able to have when women were traditionally for- Investment Conference lunch at the café. Fresh baked goods bidden to study sacred texts. will be available as well. 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0DUWLQH$YHQXH6FRWFK3ODLQV1-‡ZZZMFFQMRUJ‡ Page 8 Thursday, November 5, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Harriette Battis, 92, Longtime Resident; Court Trinity Says Farewell Registered Nurse at Overlook and CSH – Obituaries – Harriette F. Battis, 92, formerly Harriette also was “nonny” to Evan Robert W. Eason, Was Family Man; After 91 Years of Service of Westfield, N.J., Dobra of Westfield and the beloved WESTFIELD – Court Trinity No. Trinity donated $25,000 in 1989. passed away on Thurs- great-grandmother of Jude P. CPA Had Retired as Senior Partner 337 of Catholic Daughters of The final luncheon meeting on Sep- day, October 8, 2009, in and Eliana S. Maurer. America, who met at the Holy Trinity tember 25 at Pantagis Renaissance in Troy, Mich. Born in Cambridge, Robert Walter Eason of Westfield His wife, Evelyn, and his youngest Roman Catholic Church in Westfield, Scotch Plains, presided over by Re- Harriette was the dear Mass., Harriette had lived died on Wednesday, Octo- son, James D. Eason, prede- recently disbanded after 91 years of gent Anna Checchio, was held to dis- wife of the late Floyd R. in Westfield from 1950 to ber 21, at Overlook Hospi- ceased him. actively serving the community and burse the organization’s remaining Battis, Jr.; sister of Edna 1999 and was a member of tal in Summit. Surviving are his children, other national organizations. funds. The recipients included the Lind of Lake Forest, Ill., the First Congregational Born on August 24, 1920 William R. Eason of In the past, the Court Trinity has Westfield Food Pantry; Raphael’s Life and loving mother of Jef- Church of Westfield. As a in Brooklyn, N.Y., he lived Smyrna, Ga., Jean Reichard been awarded national recognition for House and St. Joseph’s Social Ser- frey H. Battis and his wife, registered nurse, she in Westfield for the last 57 of Plano, Tex., Robert J. its many contributions. Scholarships vice Center, both of Elizabeth; Cen- Kathleen, of Watchung, worked at Overlook Hospi- years. Eason of New Canaan, were awarded annually to students ter for Hope Hospice and the N.J. and Susan B. Verbaan tal in Summit, N.J. and A graduate of Pace Uni- Conn., Carol Willersdorf of who graduated from Holy Trinity El- Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, both and her husband, Gerald, Harriette F. Battis Children’s Specialized versity, he had a long career Randolph and Beverly ementary School since the early 1990s. in Scotch Plains, and the Westfield/ of Clawson, Mich. She Hospital in Mountainside, as a Certified Public Accoun- Eason of Westfield; 14 Among the organization’s many ben- Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri- was the cherished grandmother of Mat- N.J. tant with Peat Marwick grandchildren and five eficiaries has been the Tuition Aid can Red Cross. Additionally, final thew G. Verbaan of Hazel Park, Mich. A memorial service was held on Mitchell (KPMG). He retired great-grandchildren. Fund of Immaculate Conception Semi- farewells were said to the remaining and Heather S. Maurer and her hus- Monday, October 12, at the First Con- in 1980 as a senior partner. Robert W. Eason A memorial service was nary of Seton Hall, to which Court members and the organization. band, Brian, of Ferndale, Mich. gregational Church of Royal Oak, Mr. Eason was recalled held on Monday, October Mich. by his family as a devoted father, 26, at the Gray Funeral Home, 318 Doris L. Long, 98 Donations in her memory may be husband and son, and as a man of East Broad Street in Westfield. Library Reveals Schedule sent to the First Congregational unwavering integrity. November 5, 2009 Doris L. Long, 98, passed away on Church of Westfield, 125 Elmer Wednesday, October 28, at Westfield Street, Westfield, N.J. 07090 or to Of November Activities Center-Genesis ElderCare in the Alzheimer’s Association. Library Invites Community GARWOOD – The Garwood Pub- learn the history of serving tea, the Westfield. November 5, 2009 Born in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, N.Y., lic Library has announced its sched- identity of the real Earl Grey and the she lived in the Westfield area for the Willow Grove to Begin ule for November. history of Guy Faulks Day and other last 15 years. For Theater-Music Events “Pinecone Craft,” during which English holidays. Registration is re- She was predeceased by her hus- Look at ‘The Shack’ FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- On Sunday, November 15, at 2 children in grades 2 and up will have quired for this event. band, William Long, in 1990, and her morial Library will host Professor p.m., the library will present the New an opportunity to make a Thanksgiv- On Thursday, November 19, a SCOTCH PLAINS – The Rever- “Holiday Wreath Craft” program son, William, in 2009. end Cynthia Cochran-Carney, pastor Richard Roden, Jr. on Wednesday, Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra. ing table decoration, will be held to- Surviving are a son, Bruce Long; a November 11, at 7 p.m. Mr. Roden is The goal of the orchestra, which has day, Thursday, November 5, at 2 p.m. will be held at 3:15 p.m. for chil- of the Willow Grove Presbyterian dren in grades 5 and up. This event daughter, Joyce Long; seven grand- Church, and Willow Grove member a lecturer, singer and guitarist, as well been in existence for 16 years, is to Registration is required for this event, children and 10 great-grandchildren. as a professor of English at Middlesex “bridge the generations through mu- which is limited to 25 children. is limited to 20 children and regis- Sandy Kling will present a dialogue tration is required. A service was held on Monday, sermon this Sunday, November 8, on County College. He will present sic.” The current orchestra includes At 7:30 p.m. tonight, ghost hunter November 2, at the Gray Funeral “Shakespeare’s Theatre.” musicians ages 6 through 80, at all and paranormal investigator Garrett The library will close at 4:30 p.m. the themes, theology and scripture on Wednesday, November 25, and Home, 318 East Broad Street in passages that are presented in the This program will serve as an op- skill levels, from amateur through Husveth will present a program at the Westfield. Burial followed at Maple portunity to witness the technique professional performer. library. Registration is required, ei- will be closed on Thursday and Fri- novel “The Shack,” by William Young. day, November 26 and 27, for the Grove Cemetery in Queens, N.Y. After worship, they will lead a dis- employed to set Shakespeare’s works All are welcome to attend these ther in person, by telephone or online. November 5, 2009 before the public. It will be a blend of free programs. The Fanwood Memo- The library will be closed on Thanksgiving holiday. Normal li- cussion of these themes at the Adult brary hours will resume on Satur- Forum class, with the discussion con- music, readings and historical insights rial Library is located at North Av- Wednesday, November 11, for Vet- aided by a model of the Globe The- enue and Tillotson Road. For more erans Day. day, November 28. Dr. Temes to Discuss tinuing on Sunday, November 15. The Garwood Public Library is lo- Copies of the book are available for atre. Shakespeare’s songs will be sung information, call the library at (908) On Saturday, November 14, at 11 Grief and Healing live with guitar accompaniment. 322-6400. a.m., Henry Morse, the Old Time cated at 411 Third Avenue, at the loan in the church library. corner of Walnut Street and Third SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch The novel encourages people to Radio Man, will present “Who Was Plains Public Library will sponsor a That Masked Man?” This program Avenue. It is open Monday through explore their own understanding of Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday lecture on grief and healing, pre- the Christian message of hope and Whistling Room on Tap will spotlight the Lone Ranger, who sented by psychologist Dr. Roberta was brought to life in radio broad- from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Satur- redemption in the midst of tragedy day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Temes, on Thursday, November 12, and loss. The dialogue will be part of casts. Registration is required. at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room Tomorrow at Church “English Tea Time” will be offered To register for the upcoming events, the worship service beginning at 10 call the library at (908) 789-1670, on the library’s lower level. a.m., which is followed by refresh- CRANFORD – Trinity Episcopal Admission for all attendees (in- on Tuesday, November 17, from 2 to A Scotch Plains resident and au- Church and Strike Line Media will cluding open mic participants) is $5. 2:45 p.m. Local caterer Eva Perednia come in person to the library’s Circu- ments. The Adult Forum will begin at lation Desk or visit youseemore.com/ thor of the recently published “So- 11:30 a.m. Childcare and children’s present The Whistling Room: Caba- Coffee and snacks will be available will teach participants the “proper” lace: Finding Your Way Through Grief ret For A Cause tomorrow, Friday, with choice of an additional dona- way to serve tea to guests according garwood and register on the library’s programs are available. new interactive calendar. and Learning to Live Again,” Dr. Willow Grove is located at 1961 November 6, at 8 p.m. in the church’s tion. A portion of all proceeds will to English traditions. Attendees will Temes will speak about bereavement, Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. For Witherington Hall, located at North benefit Relay For Life®, the Ameri- mourning and healing. She also will more informatio, call the church office and Forest Avenues in Cranford. can Cancer Society’s signature event. HUNG UP!! include a discussion about ways for Monday to Friday at (908) 232-5678, This coffeehouse series takes place the recently bereaved to navigate the e-mail [email protected] or on the first Friday of every month. Workshops to Address Couple Disagrees Regarding holidays. A question-and-answer pe- visit willowgrovechurch.org. Each event will be hosted and fea- ture a performance by Cranford College Preparation riod and book signing will follow. SHERIFF’S SALE David Letterman Situation Community members are asked to singer-songwriter Shayfer James. MOUNTAINSIDE – The SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09005447 By Milt Faith, Executive Director pre-register for this event. To sign up, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY The program tomorrow also will Mountainside Public Library will host call (908) 322-5007, extension no. CHANCERY DIVISION feature performances by Double two college preparation workshops Youth and Family Counseling Service UNION COUNTY 204, or e-mail [email protected]. DOCKET NO. F-42658-08 Breasted (vocals, cello, harp and in November, to be led by a consult- Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL The Scotch Plains Public Library is ASSOCIATION drums) and 17-year-old guitarist- ant with a local college admissions A TV Viewer Writes: My husband don’t communicate; he feels I criti- located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. For VS. songwriter Patrick Droney. consulting firm. Admission is free, Defendant: AVA MARIA HENRY, LEROY and I rarely disagree over most things, cize everything, and I feel better when further information or directions, call HENRY The spoken word open mic as- but participants must register to re- but the David Letterman sexual situa- he is not around and my wife and I eat Sale Date: 12/02/2009 (908) 322-5007. Writ of Execution: 09/17/2009 pect of the evening will take place serve a seat. tion has us disagreeing big time. David dinner together without him. My wife By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution between musical acts. Poets, ac- The first workshop, “Academic to me directed I shall expose for sale by public Letterman has said that he was sexu- feels I am too judgmental; I disagree. Prayer to vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- tors, comedians and others are in- Preparation for College,” will be held ally involved with women staffers prior So he comes home with a tattoo on his TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on vited to sign up at 7:30 p.m. tomor- on Monday, November 9, and the to his marriage this past March. He arm with the initials of his girlfriend. The Blessed Virgin WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of row night. Slots will be limited so second, “Financial Preparation for said day. All successful bidders must have 20% cites affairs that seem to have occurred I almost went through the roof. My (Never known to fail) of their bid available in cash or certified check at participants are advised to arrive College,” will be held on Monday, in the 1990s. He seems to suggest that wife gave me an ultimatum: write to Oh most beautiful Flower of the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred early. Individuals also may sign up November 16. Each program will take this makes him less of a cad, since he you on how to handle him, or we Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Three Thousand One Hundred Ninety Six and in advance at strikelinemedia.com. place from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. 70/100*** $403,196.70. was not married at that time. sleep in separate bedrooms for a week Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Property to be sold is located in the Township Musical acts interested in perform- These workshops will be geared Although he apologized to Regina, (Do you know what I mean?). Mother of the Son of God, Im- of Westfield, County of Union, State of New Jersey. ing at a future event can submit to toward both students and parents. The he has been living with her for over 20 Answer: Yes, I know what you maculate Virgin, assist me in my Premises commonly known as: 616 Ripley the site as well. Mountainside Public Library is lo- Place, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. years, and he has a seven-year-old mean. I am glad you wrote to me. necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help BEING KNOWN as Lot 4, Block 4002, on the cated on Constitution Plaza. For more son with her. I don’t feel this speaks First, your son is 18, and he really can me! Show me herein you are my official Tax Map of the Town of Westfield. SHERIFF’S SALE Dimensions: 137.50 feet x 43.00 feet x 137.50 information, or to register for these well for him and this is wrong. And make many personal decisions for mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of feet x 43.00 feet SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-09005412 workshops, call the library at (908) Nearest Cross Street: Cacciola Place SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY yet, the public and his audiences seem himself. Usually, there are four rea- God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or CHANCERY DIVISION 233-0115 or visit to laugh at this. My husband feels he sons why a young person (or a person I humbly beseech you from the other charges, and any such taxes, charges, UNION COUNTY liens, insurance premiums or other advances DOCKET NO. F-33559-08 mountainsidelibrary.org. is only “human” and has “frailties” of all ages) wants a tattoo: bottom of my heart to succor me in made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested Plaintiff: BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE parties are to conduct and rely upon their own FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE and weaknesses towards the opposite (1) He/she enjoys having one. this necessity. There are none who independent investigation to ascertain whether HOLDERS ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007- Garwood Seniors sex. He says, “What’s the issue?” Is (2) A possible act of defiance. can withstand your power. Show or not any outstanding interest remain of record 9T1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFI- and/or have priority over the lien being fore- CATES, SERIES 2007-9T1 Letterman’s behavior appropriate and (3) An act of self-expression. me herein you are my mother. Oh closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. VS. To Gather Today If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Defendant: WILLIAM R. BLESSING, JESSICA should he be forgiven easily? (4) A desire to belong to a certain Mary, conceived without sin, pray Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only a L. BLESSING GARWOOD – The Garwood Se- Answer: People will react differ- group. for us who have recourse to thee. return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall Sale Date: 11/18/2009 have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, Writ of Execution: 09/14/2009 nior Citizens Club will hold its next ently, based on their experiences and Rather than be annoyed or angry, Holy Mother, I place this cause in the Mortgagor’s attorney. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Sixty Four Thou- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public meeting today, Thursday, November overall feelings, particularly if they use this as an opportunity to have your hands (3x). sand Four Hundred Sixty Seven and 95/100*** vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- 5, at noon in the Garwood Firehouse, are a woman or a man. My overall dialogue with him. Have your wife Holy Spirit, You who solve all $464,467.95 together with lawful interest and TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- costs. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on located on South Avenue. All com- reaction is that I like David Letterman encourage him to have dinner with problems, light all roads so that I Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and said day. All successful bidders must have 20% mittee chairpersons will be called and feel he is a decent human being. you and talk about the tattoo (no may attain my goal. You who gave expenses, there remains any surplus money, the of their bid available in cash or certified check at upon for their reports. He has decided to deal with the situ- anger, no judgment). Find out about me the divine gift to forgive and money will be deposited into the Superior Court the conclusion of the sales. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred Additionally, the club’s annual ation by using humor, confronting the tattoo process (Did it hurt? How forget all evil against me and that in or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Fifty Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Two and Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature 35/100*** $458,702.35. Christmas Party on Thursday, De- the issue and asking for forgiveness. long did it take? Cost?, etc.). Ask him all instances in my life You are with and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Municipality: Town of Westfield cember 3, at The Westwood in This tends to be an effective maneu- about the girlfriend. And listen with- me. I want in this short prayer to an order directing payment of the surplus money. County: Union The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Street & Street No: 821 North Avenue, West Garwood will be discussed. Refresh- ver to deflect the problem. out judging. It might bring you guys thank You as I confirm once again will have information regarding the surplus, if Tax Block and Lot: Block: 2604, Lot: 20 any. Dimentions of Lot: 193.38 feet x 50 feet ments will be served and bingo games However, he has been in a long- together (who knows – you may end that I never want to be separated There is a full legal description on file in the Nearest Cross Street: Orborn Avenue played after the business meeting. term relationship with a woman, has up getting a tattoo!!). from You in eternal glory. Thank Union County Sheriff’s Office. Superior Interests (if any): None The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Nine Thousand During November, line dancing will a child, and has created a family envi- A Joyous Reader Writes: You write you for your mercy towards me sale for any length of time without further adver- One Hundred Forty Two and 90/100*** tisement. $509,142.90 together with lawful interest and continue from 9 to 10 a.m. on Mon- ronment while, at the same time, was about many unhappy and dysfunctional and mine. Amen. Ralph Froehlich costs. days at the firehouse, along with bowl- having affairs – and while, at the marriages. Let me share something Say this prayer on three con- Sheriff Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Attorney: tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and ing at Garwood Lanes on Tuesdays at same time, was poking fun on TV at special. My husband and I will be cel- secutive days. Publish this prayer PHELAN HALLINAN & SCHMIEG, PC expenses, there remains any surplus money, the 400 FELLOWSHIP ROAD money will be deposited into the Superior Court 1 p.m., the exercise class on Wednes- those who have been indiscreet and ebrating our 50th anniversary in Janu- after the favor is granted. SUITE 100 Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, days in the St. Anne’s Roman Catholic unfaithful. Hypocritical? Yes. Dis- ary. We are very blessed. Has it always N.W. MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to 4 T - 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Church Hall from 9 to 10 a.m., and the honest? Yes. Should we disapprove been easy? No. Have we had our share & 11/26/09 Fee: $191.76 and extent of that person’s claim and asking for an order directing payment of the surplus money. craft class from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the of this behavior? Yes! I do. I wish him of disagreements? Yes. But we talked it The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale firehouse on Thursday, November 12. well, and hope he can resolve his out and compromised. We considered will have information regarding the surplus, if any. Individuals must register five days in personal dilemma with true feelings the other person’s feelings as much as There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. advance for crafts by calling (908) of asking for forgiveness, and re- our own, and that is what counts. So The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this 272-1705. No ceramic class will be evaluating and obtaining a better un- you young folks, keep that in mind. Our Gray Funeral Homes sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. held on Thursday, November 26. derstanding re his destructive behav- motto: “We may not have it all together, Ralph Froehlich Sheriff Birthdays celebrated during No- ior, and the pain and disappointment but together we have it all.” Since 1897 Attorney: vember include those of Ruth Davey, he has caused those close to him and Answer: Congratulations! 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 5, 2009 Page 9 Scotch Plains-Fanwood BOE Honors Newly Tenured Staff SCOTCH PLAINS – In what has Stephanie Russo and Ingrid Winters become an annual event, the Scotch (Terrill Middle School); Lynn Plains-Fanwood Board of Education Canfield, Daniela Davidzon, held a reception on Thursday, Octo- Marjorie Fitzgibbon, Sandra Kudron, ber 15, honoring the district’s newly Kristine Lockwood, William Miller, tenured teachers. Paula Schaffer, Daniel Valentine, Board members passed a resolu- John Veninger and Susan Wolf tion reaffirming the district’s com- (Scotch Plains-Fanwood High mitment to hiring only the most quali- School), and Thomas Gavor (Spe- fied candidates, expecting exceptional cial Services). performance by staff and promoting As a memento of the occasion, the ON BOARD…At a mid-October reception, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of the maximum performance and honored teachers were presented with Education honored those teachers who achieved tenure in the district. achievement at all times by every a pen and copy of the book, “A Cup of staff member. Comfort for Teachers” by Colleen District teaching staff members Sell. Westfield Teachers Attend who achieved tenure in the district SPFHS Announces with the start of the 2009-10 school Prof.-Development Seminars RESCUE ME…During a staff in-service in October, paraprofessionals in the year included Raquel Santiago, Driss Merit Semifinalists Westfield Public Schools attended a hands-on training on adult and child CPR. Senhaji and Kate Vanderheyden SCOTCH PLAINS – David Heisey, WESTFIELD – On Monday, Octo- The Westfield/Mountainside chap- The course, taught by 10 instructors from the Westfield/Mountainside chapter of (Brunner School); Laura Burns and principal of Scotch Plains-Fanwood ber 12, in observance of Columbus ter of the Red Cross provided CPR the American Red Cross, was attended by 50 paraprofessionals, who are in Charlene Jackson (Coles School); Day, the Westfield Public Schools were instruction for elementary and inter- contact with students every school day. All of the participants passed the High School, and Timothy Donahue, Jessica Cavaliere, Emily Downs, supervisor of counseling, announced closed for students. Classrooms re- mediate level paraprofessionals. examination, which followed the training course. The course included training in Bronna Lipton and Alyssa Thuring mained open, however, for faculty and Student support counselors at life-saving skills that included checking and caring for a victim, helping a recently that Scotch Plains-Fanwood (Evergreen School); Mercedes Korn, High School seniors Sophie Chou staff, who participated in a coordinated Westfield High School attended a ses- conscious and unconscious choking victim, performing rescue breathing and Melissa Pankiewitz and Suzanne performing CPR on an adult and child. and Zachary Flanzman were named program of professional development. sion with a professional facilitator, Patino (McGinn School); Marina semifinalists in the 55th annual 2010 “District staff members participated Mykee Fowlin, on “Connecting Chil- Beirne, Caitlin Mahony and Melissa National Merit Scholarship Program. in a variety of meaningful professional dren to the Curriculum.” Ntl. Honor Society Inducts Oksala (School One); Amy development sessions at this year’s first District nurses reviewed the devel- Bengivenga-Johnson and Sarah district in-service day,” said Margaret opment of health plans for students, Blessing (Park Middle School); Tara Dolan, superintendent of schools. as well as airway management in Seventy-Seven Students Aker, Stefanie Brodsky, Ellen Loftus, According to the superintendent, relation to Asthma. SCOTCH PLAINS – Union Catho- Ronald Munkittrick Barbara Madurski, Diane Ross, “Based on comprehensive surveys to In commenting on the professional lic High School in Scotch Plains an- Caroline Nucatola staff that were completed earlier this development that took place on Octo- James Pereira year, sessions were designed to meet ber 12, a school librarian commented, nounced the induction of 77 students Yarlie Pierre-Louis Workshop Assists into the National Honor Society. The Katherine Rivera identified needs and enhance ongoing “This was the best library workshop event took place on October 13 in the Alexandra Rojas In College-Aid Process training appropriate for professions in ever.” school’s auditorium. Michelle Ryngel MOUNTAINSIDE — A free par- our school district.” One of the teachers attending a Smart Sean Sarra More than a dozen programs were Board workshop commented, “This was The program included remarks by Joseph Seebode ent-student college workshop, entitled Humanities teacher Kimberly Leegan Sean Siburn “College Financial Aid/FAFSA,” will offered, with teachers, administrators, beneficial for all subjects.” and four students who described the Caresse Simmonds take place from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. on counselors, librarians and paraprofes- The next district-wide in-service is principles set forth by the National Jenna Socci Monday, November 16, at the sionals in attendance. Some examples scheduled for February 16, 2010. Megan Tosato Mountainside Public Libary. The work- included: Honor Society: service, character, Jenna Trongone scholarship and leadership. shop will provide a complete overview The following students have met of the financial aid process. Cranford Public Schools all the requirements set forth by the Topics to be discussed include a Zachary Flanzman and Sophie Chou National Honor Society: ‘STIR IT UP’ Speaks financial aid overview, applying for student aid, determining financial need This designation identifies these Class of 2010 Inductees To Drug Awareness and tips for filling out the FAFSA. outstanding young students among Net $9,000 in New Grants WESTFIELD – A drug- and alco- College Choice Consultants LLC, a the 16,000 highest scoring students By STEPHEN F. IZZO helps students overcome severe read- Toriann Beckman nationwide on the PSAT/NMSQT Former CSDA Program Coordinator and Manager of hol-awareness event, “STIR IT UP,” one-on-one college planning company, Grants for the Cranford Public School District ing issues like dyslexia, and it is fully Alex Bricki exam of critical reading, math and Damian Bzdyra is planned for Wednesday, November will present the session. funded through grants and donations. Michael Cahill 11, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Westfield High To reserve a seat, contact Michael writing skills. CRANFORD – Grants from TD Wal-Mart has been a regular sup- Megan Carr Fleyzor at (732) 381-9685 or e-mail Sophie and Zachary now have op- Bank and Wal-Mart are helping to fund porter of the CSDA since 2006, fund- Briana Cash School. The event will feature guest speak- [email protected], or contact portunities to continue in the compe- improved literacy by students in ing over $16,000 in grants that have Daniel Chapman tition for some 8,200 National Merit John Cierpial ers, including the Union County as- Mountainside Public Library at (908) Cranford. enabled students in need to gain extra Jamie Ciocon sistant prosecutor and a Berkeley 233-0115. Scholarships, worth more than $35 Specifically, a $5,000 grant from reading help. Kevin Coughlan million, that will be offered next the TD Bank Foundation, just awarded Separately, Cranford Public Alexandra D’Aluisio Heights father whose daughter was killed by an impaired driver. The pub- Hadassah Chapter spring. to the Cranford Fund for Educational Schools recently won a $3,000 grant Alexandra Fee To become a finalist, a semifinalist Jaclyn Ferrie lic will also hear from young adults Excellence (CFEE), a partner to the from Target Corporation that will fund Caitlin Finnegan who are now in rehabilitation and To Meet Monday must have an outstanding academic Cranford Public Schools, and a $1,000 Peer Leadership Training at Orange Megan Furlong WESTFIELD – The Westfield record throughout high school, be grant from Wal-Mart in Watchung, Avenue School (OAS), a grade 3-8 Gregory Gedman secondary-school counselors. At the end, there will be time for questions. Chapter of Hadassah will hold a endorsed and recommended by the are helping fund the 2009-2010 school, in which student leaders are Nicholas Gelowitz high school principal, and earn an Erica Gianella All parents of Westfield children general meeting on Monday, No- Cranford School District Reading learning to be role models for their Shweta Gohil are encouraged to attend, and inter- vember 9, at noon at Temple Emanu- SAT score that confirms the student’s Academy (CSDA). younger peers at OAS and across the Arielle Gonzalez El, located at 756 East Broad Street earlier performance on the qualifying The CSDA Program, in its sixth year, district. John Hao mediate and high school students are also welcomed. Union County Assis- in Westfield. Elaine Durbach, bu- test. David Herren In addition, semifinalists and a high Florianne Jalac tant Prosecutor Carol Berger said, reau chief for the Central New Jer- Hetfield House to Hold Cooking Demonstration Thomas Kaluzny “Substance and alcohol abuse affects sey Jewish News, will be the guest school official must submit a detailed Keith Kilanowski speaker. Ms. Durbach will speak on scholarship application, which in- MOUNTAINSIDE – An 18th-cen- used the beehive oven for baking breads Stephanie Leso culturally diverse populations; it knows no socio-economic boundaries “Being Jewish in South Africa.” cludes the student’s self-descriptive tury cooking demonstration hosted by and cakes. Charity Lombardo essay and information about the Robert Magella or cultural boundaries; it does not Members also are invited for a Joan Barna will be held on Sunday, The Hetfield House does not have an Nicholas Malapit discriminate.” book club discussion prior to the semifinalist’s participation and lead- November 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the operating beehive oven, but does have Lisa Manhit meeting at 10:30 a.m. This month’s ership in school and community ac- historic Deacon Andrew Hetfield a fireplace to demonstrate cooking soups Samantha Marques book selection is “Love and Other tivities. House. or stews as it was done centuries ago. Jordan Morrisey Paige Price to Visit Merit Scholar designees are se- Catherine Munkittrick Impossible Pursuits,” by Ayelet Dressed in appropriate period cos- Saturday and Sunday, November 14 Christopher Murray Wardlaw-Hartridge Waldman. Dessert and coffee will lected on the basis of their skills, tume, Ms. Barna will prepare seasonal and 15, are regularly scheduled open Echesia Nwizugbo be served. For more information, accomplishments, and potential for dishes using period recipes, tools and house dates for the Hetfield House. All Nathalia Obara EDISON – The Wardlaw-Hartridge call Carole Thau at (908) 771-9251. success in rigorous college studies. Matthew O’Donnell School in Edison welcomes Paige techniques, replicating what it was like are welcome. The Hetfield House is Irene Orejudos Price, a multi-talented dance and the- to be a homemaker during that era. located on Constitution Drive adjacent Aaron Pinkard atre professional with Broadway ex- Since 1984, she has been conducting to the Mountainside Public Library. Stephanie Ramirez cooking events at the Miller-Cory House For more information, call Alice Cowell Ashley Robinson perience. Brianne Sinclair The program will be held on Fri- Museum in Westfield, where she has at (908) 518-1602. Alexander Tran day, November 6, beginning at 1 p.m. Amy Zofcin in the lecture hall at the school, which Class of 2011 Inductees is located at 1295 Inman Avenue in Anne D. FitzPatrick, M.A. CCC Edison. A professional-style mock Tara Alves audition is being planned Kenya Cabrera Speech Language Pathologist Colleen Cassidy Ms. Price appeared in John Patrick Elizabeth Chamis Shanley’s first musical, composed by Michael Chase Henry Krieiger, Romantic Poetry in Jessica Colucci Specializing in Evaluation and Treatment of Pediatric Timothy Connell New York last fall. Brian Douress In addition to appearing in the first and Adolescent Communication Needs Erin Farley season of the NBC hit “ED,” which Meghan Gaczynski was filmed in Westfield, her numer- ASHA Certification Melissa Halbeisen New Jersey License and Certification Sydney Handsman ous TV and film appearances include Brian Hartnett All The Right Moves (with Tom PROMPT trained Dominique Hayward Cruise) and “Newhart,” in addition to Joseph Landry TV movies and commercials. 630 Lenox Avenue Vincent LaRocca Ms. Price has hosted the Tony John Majano WELCOME TO THE SOCIETY…Union Catholic High School in Scotch Plains Westfield NJ, 07090 Marissa Mastrocola Award’s live Red Carpet webcasts announced the induction of 77 students into the National Honor Society. The event Brian Milanes since 2002. took place on October 13 in the school’s auditorium. Pictured, from left to right, (908) 432-9875 are: student speakers Alexandra Fee ’10, Alex Bricki ’10, Jamie Ciocon ’10 and (908) 928-0231 (Fax) Nicholas Malapit ’10. See article at left.

A PERFORMANCE OF EPIC PROPORTIONS… Roosevelt School is presenting the comedic play Epic Proportions next week. Show times are Thursday, Novem- ber 12, at 4 p.m., Friday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 at the door.

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By DAVID B. CORBIN Danny Kerr’s pass and returning it to and linebacker Chris Fantini blocked Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Linden 49. From there, running a Linden field goal attempt from the Seniors Pat Gray and Hugo Nolasco back William Ingram carried on all 23, picked up the ball and returned it had co-starring roles in a “trick” play but two plays and finished it off with to the 32. late in the first half that seemed to a two-yard TD with 4:04 on the clock. “We needed that big time! We knew awaken their defense in the second Ingram rushed 46 yards on the series they were going to run, so we had to half en route to the 5-2 Westfield but would add only another 30 for the wake up somehow,” said Gray, who High School football team’s 24-7 vic- remainder of the game. also punted twice for a net 87 yards. tory over 4-3 Linden in Linden on “We knew how talented they were On Westfield’s next series, Gray October 30. offensively,” Blue Devil Head Coach added a 25-yard reception, but even- However, before the “trick,” the Jim DeSarno said. “Ingram and the tually, he had to punt and the ball Blue Devils’ first-team defense that fullback [Kevin Rodriguez] are tough. came to rest on the Linden three. But had not yielded a touchdown (TD) They ran the football on everybody the real wakeup formula came late in drive all season, “treated” the 4-3 they played. It was a matter of could the second quarter on a third-and-17 Tigers to an 11-play, 51-yard scoring we stop it. In the beginning, we didn’t situation after Kerr was sacked and drive on their first possession in the do a great job, but I really liked how Westfield called a timeout. Kerr David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times first quarter. Linden linebacker we just battled and battled.” handed off to Jhakyse Williams, who STAYING IN THE TOP PACK…All seven Blue Devil boys run with the leading pack at the half-mile point in the Union Kranston Green set up the scenario The Blue Devils’ defense did handed off to Gray, who was rolling County championships. The Blue Devils took first. by intercepting Westfield quarterback tighten up on the Tigers next series to the right. As the Tiger defensive backs moved forward, Gray fired to Nolasco, who was wide open. Nolasco SCRUDATO PLACES SECOND, LEEPER FINISHES THIRD (3 receptions, 51 yards) simply skipped into the end zone to complete a 38-yard TD play with 1:16 left in the half. Blue Devil X-C Boys Capture “It was basically Jhakyse handing off to me and I threw it over to Hugo. I feel its hard when I think, ‘Oh God. I can’t mess up.’ I felt like that woke Union County Championship up the whole team,” Gray said. “We had to get something to spark our By DAVID B. CORBIN much,” Scrudato explained. “The us a little practice. We have been offense because our defense has been Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times going out slow tactic actually helped training with hard workouts in the playing really good. Finally, we had Senior Ryan Scrudato and sopho- us out in the pack. We were seven rain. Ready for any conditions!” one spark and that was all we needed.” more Jack Leahy weathered the strong at the mile marker and we Raider Alex Parker finished fifth “That wasn’t the play in my head muddy conditions, as did the rest of moved from there.” with a time of 16:53. Blue Devils when I walked out there [Time out]. I the field, and finished second and As they neared the finish line, Mike Kelley and Zach Lizmi finished think the kids convinced me to run it,” third, respectively, to help the No. 6- Thornton stretched it out to cross first 8-9 with respective times of 17:00 Coach DeSarno confessed. “If it ranked Westfield High School boys in a time of 16:34 but Scrudato put on and 17:05. Blue Devil Andrew Kirna works, it works, if it doesn’t, it doesn’t! cross-country team capture the Union a burst of speed and sprinted toward crossed 11th at 17:11 followed by I thought we were playing OK and it County crown at Warinanco Park in the finish line to cross in 16:44 de- Raider Brandon Wheeler at 17:14 worked! We tweaked it this week. We Roselle on October 29. The Blue Devil spite the very muddy conditions. and Blue Devils John Kirna and Tyler practiced it yesterday to get it ready.” girls finished third in their race with Leahy finished in 16:52. Cusick with respective times of 17:15 The sack on Kerr also woke up the 97 points behind Cranford at 94 and “I don’t know where that came and 17:17. Raider Vidhan Malik Blue Devil offense to counter the Tiger Summit, the winners with 51 points. from. It was a little adrenalin. The placed 23rd at 17:43. blitz. Twice Kerr (6 completions, 12 All seven Blue Devil boys finished fans! My white shoes got a little The Raider girls were unable to attempts, 58 yards) read the blitz and in the top 14 to come up with a total brown,” chuckled Scrudato. “It gives compete for the team title due illness David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times successfully passed over the middle to of 33, well ahead of Union Catholic but junior Kathleen Leeper kept hang- BANGING HIS WAY TO A TD…Blue Devil A.J. Murray, No. 9, bashed seven tight end Aiden Scanlon (2 receptions, that finished second with 91 points Probitas Verus Honos CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 and Scotch Plains-Fanwood that to- taled 116 points. Cranford finished fourth with 126. The Westfield Leader & The Times HEROUX TIES IN SHOOTOUT, HEINE BURIES WINNER Scrudato and the entire Blue Devil squad was running in a close pack, Subscription Form which included Union Catholic standout DJ Thornton, for the first Weichert Blue Devils Leap to Finals, mile. Weichert “We started off a little slow, like 5:20, but then we stepped it up in the second mile. The last mile we were Stop Raiders in UCT Semi’s moving into the woods. I tried to catch him but we separated a little to By FRED LECOMTE Twelve minutes later, Brian Kahn of the penalty box and deposited his Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tallied his goal to make the score, 2- left-footed shot into the upper right See photos of Sports: Enthusiasm and determination 0, after Blue Devil goalie Adam Fine corner of the cage to give the Blue shined brightly in the match-up be- rejected Zak Flanzman’s vicious shot. Devils a 3-2 lead. on www.goleader.com tween the second-seeded, 16th-ranked By halftime, the Raiders unleashed The Raiders struck hard and deep UCT Cross-Country Westfield High School boys’ soccer six shots at goalie Adam Fine and the in Blue Devil territory. Finally, with Westfield/Linden Football team and third-seeded, ninth-ranked Blue Devils four on goalie Anthony 12 ticks left in regulation, Joe SPF/Cranford Boys Soccer Scotch Plains-Fanwood in the Union Zukofsky. D’AnnunzioWeichert fed the ball inside the SPF/Cranford Girls Soccer www.goleader.com/subscribe County Tournament (UCT) semifi- Westfield held the upper edge in box to Steven Bello, who’s header Westfield/SPF Boys Soccer nal game at A.L. Johnson’s Nolin ball control, but the name of the game struck inside the left side of the net Field in Clark on October 30. is to put the ball into the goal. That for a 3-3 score, forcing overtime. Ryan Heine found the right loca- happened when midfielder Joe Neither team created opportunities to tion in the second round of penalty Greenspan, attacking from the cen- score in the two 10-minute sudden kicks, to claim a 4-3 victory and send ter, ripped a shot inside the left side of death overtimes. the Blue Devils to the finals for the the post. Three minutes later, “I am so proud of our kids on how first time since 1996. midfielder Heine successfully they fought back, fought hard in over- With the winds to their backs, the launched a header that found the mark time and gave it everything they had,” 16-2-2 Raiders controlled the ball in to tie the game at 2-2. Blue Devil Head Coach George Westfield territory early in the first The Raiders also had fine opportu- Kapner said. “Give credit to Scotch half with the exception of a few brief nities but the Blue Devil defenders Plains. They never gave up and threw CAPE COD Blue Devil attacks. Just three min- positioned themselves well and suc- everythingWeichert they had at us, including utes in, Michael DelSordi, on an as- cessfully knocked away incoming the kitchen sink. It was a great feed by sist by Matt Greaney, slid in the first shots. 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PUBLICATION Devil’s Den You Be the Judge: WHS’s Devils of the Week Evan Heroux, Ryan Best Athletes by Decade Heine Boys soccer By RAY JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times A bunch of guys at a bar, drinking To help, we provide here a list of Julie Elmuccio, Rebecca Krohn, Kim of memorable matchups Saturday beer and talking sports. There are TVs some names to consider. Remember, Kumpf, Liz McKeon, Michele night when the Blue Devils came back showing assorted sporting events lo- these are NOT the only names you can Mollard, Vicky Nusse, Jen from an early two-goal deficit, al- cated all around the establishment. select, just possibilities. As you will Schwarzenbek, Megan Sheehy, Jill lowed a tying goal in extra time, then And there’s a semi-heated debate see, this list of athletes is as good as Smith, Aimee Stout, Amy Williams, won on sudden death penalty kicks, brewing. It’s a scene that plays out you will find at ANY school in the Marcie Williams. advancing to Saturday’s Union County every night, all over America. But this state – public, parochial or private. 2000-09 – John Barnes, Tom Tournament final against Cranford. one is different. Let’s listen in on the This is really an impossible thing Bonard, Brian Butts, Jan Cocozziello, It’s WHS’s first UCT final since beat- conversation … to do … but lots of fun for arguments Jay Cook, Chris DeLaFuente, Tom ing Rahway in 1996 for its ninth county “Who do you think was the best with a cold Yuengling and your bud- Del Duca, Tony DiIorio, Chris crown. WHS beat Cranford 1-0 in the athlete at Westfield High School in dies. Giacone, Billy Hearon, Matt Isabella, ’91 UCT final. the 1980s?” 1960-69 – Bob Adelaar, Pete Terence Jenkins, Mike Lessner, Jim IN THE GENES David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times John Kelly goes, ‘It’s gotta be Rob Adelaar, Ray Bailey, Pete Braun, Bob McKeon, Mike Murray, Jeff Perrella, The SP-F girls soccer team lost to DOING HIS JOB WITH THE FOOT…Raider Mike Burke had eight booming Schmalz,’ and I said, ‘Nooooo way!’ ” Brewster, Paul Byrne, Dave Coleman, Bryan Power, Diano Reavis, Kevin Cranford 1-0 (on a penalty kick) in the punts in the game against host Rahway Indians on October 31. Danny Hauck said at halftime of Greg Chlan, Dwight Davies, Bob Shallcross, Ryan Shallcross, Chris Union County Tournament final. WHS’s recent 38-0 pummeling of Felter, Bobby Flynn, Ron Hall, Chuck Sheehan, Lee Tomasso, Mike Venezia; Sources tell me the Raiders might not Montgomery, “You know those la- Hood, Marty Howarth, Jay Isbrecht, Lauren Caravello, Kris Fietkiewicz, have even reached the final without BURKE KICKS 8 BOOMING PUNTS crosse guys, always sticking together. John Ketcham, Bob King, Jim Kovacs, Tara Handza, Chrissy Isabella, Anna the play of goalie Paige Della Badia in But it was fun talking about it.” Smitty Lanning, Steve McCoy, Dave Koehler, Alexi Kuska, Morgan Lang, the 1-0 semifinal victory over New This is a true story. Morash, Don Mutz, Dick Myers, Dan Cyndil Matthew, Emily MacNeil, Erin Providence. Paige is the daughter of Rahway Gridders Stop It happened recently at the Corner- Nichols, Jim Ohaus, Dave Perkowski, Miller. Tom Della Badia (WHS, ’80) and the stone Grill in College Park, Md., when Dennis Powers, Rob Schram, Dick STATE TOURNEY UPDATE granddaughter of WHS’s legendary Lou Matino (WHS ’83), Hauck (’84), Stotler, Ed Thorne, Frank Tokash, The boys soccer team is the third swim coach “Uncle Joe” Della Badia. Chris Frerecks (’84), Kelly (’85) and Roger Twitchell, Greg Weiss, Charlie seed in the North 2 Group 4 sectional LETWINK HONORED SP-F Raiders, 34-0 Dave Duelks (’93) got together to Widmer, Joe Wiendl, Dwight Winn. tournament. If it beat Linden in Westfield resident Wayne Letwink hoist a few lagers. 1970-79 – Rick Adelaar, Ken Tuesday’s opening round, WHS would was a recent recipient of the presti- By DAVID B. CORBIN the Rahway 27. He banged one from According to sources, the discus- Blackwell, Boo Bowers, Owen Brand, face tomorrow the winner of Elizabeth gious Jay H. Dakelman Lifetime Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Raider 25 to the Rahway 29 and sion boiled down to either one of the Chris Campbell, Neil Chamberlin, vs. Dickinson (which has twice beaten Achievement Award at a New Jersey Offense was nonexistent but offen- his final punt was a 53-yarder. Schmalz brothers – Rob or Gregg – or Brian Clancey, Gordon Clark, Chuck Kearny), then the survivor of Track Officials dinner in Toms River. sive penalties were plentiful in the “He’s been kicking the ball well all Kevin McGorty. (What, no Dave Cosenza, Keith Davis, Tim Goski, Bridgewater-Raritan vs. second-seeded The award is for overall contributions Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School year,” commented Raider Head Coach Brown? Chuck Mueller? Cliff Jerry Gottlick, Rich Gottlick, Bob North Hunterdon on Tuesday, and then to both track and cross country, with football team’s 34-0 loss to host Steve Ciccotelli. “He’s really done a Sheehan? Mike Drury? Clint Factor? Harvey, John Havas, Paul Healy, Andy likely the Ridge-Union winner for the an emphasis on service. Rahway on Halloween Eve, October good job. He’s worked at it and he’s Dan Gilday? Chris McFadden?) Hubsch, John Iglar, Frank Jackson, sectional title on November 13. Letwink has spent most of his life 31. gotten good at it all year.” And, of course, all this talk got me Bob Jester, Glen Kehler, Frank Kelly, The girls soccer team has a first involved in both track and cross coun- The 1-7 Raiders, playing without Due to the situation, the Raider to thinking … hmmm, a possible Sean Kelly, John Kerr, K.C. Knobloch, seed in North 2 Group 4 and, assum- try, first as an athlete (St. Benedict’s the services of starting quarterback defense got a lot of practice. Marcus Devil’s Den? Joe Krakora, John Krakora, Skeeter ing wins, would play J.P. Stevens last Prep graduate in 1953, Seton Hall Gary Binkiewicz (ankle injury) and a So with that in mind, we open this MacCloskey, Bob McNally, Joe Monday, the Bayonne-Watchung University in 1957), then as a coach Rivera (five tackles) made a great debate to the public. Anybody can host of additional starters, received fourth-down stop to give the Raiders Monninger, Ed Morton, Spud Mon- Hills winner today, the Hunterdon (St. Benedict’s 1954-1972, Roselle seven either procedural or delay of vote. You don’t have to be 21. And it roe, Buddy Robinson, Dave Robinson, Central-Columbia or Union winner Park High School 1972-2001) for 47 possession on its own 40. Sean doesn’t matter if you’re a Democrat or game penalties, which hindered their Coloney (four tackles) tipped a pass Rick Sampson, Greg Schmidt, Steve next Monday, and then likely the years and later as an official – too numbers greatly. Running back a Republican (although if you own Schmitt, Steve Schramm, Bret Bridgewater-Ridge winner for the many meets to mention here, but it’s to prevent a possible score before any of Glenn Beck’s books, your vote Quintin Blackwell was limited to just halftime. Linebacker Anthony Schundler, Kurt Stiefken, Steve sectional title on November 12. safe to say that just about every meet 12 yards rushing on 19 carries and won’t count – just kidding, maybe). Tebbetts, Dave Tinnesz, Joe Wilson, LOOKING AHEAD held in north or central Jersey for the Lettieri, who made 12 tackles, blocked We are seeking YOUR nominations one reception for two yards. Quarter- a point after attempt and linebacker Butch Woolfolk, Jim Zitch; The 5-2 WHS football team is at 7- past four decades had Letwink as an back Connor Thompson completed for the best “athlete” of each of the Jacki Booth, Anne Cosenza, Julie 0 Union tomorrow night at Cooke official in some capacity. Kyle Berwick, who led the team with past five decades (1960-69, 1970-79, DeCosta, Debbie Lawyer, Beth one of eight passes for two yards. 14 tackles, recorded a four-yard sack. Memorial Field. It’s been a long time Letwink, whose next-door neigh- On the other hand, the Rahway 1980-89, 1990-99, 2000-09), male and Rennicks, Kim Schmidt, Dana since the teams have met with this bors on Dorian Court have included Javin Hawkins made nine tackles, JC female, with the year based on gradu- Zonnevylle. WHS stars Cliff Sheehan and Bob Indians stuck to the ground on all but Davidson had eight and Neville Hall much on the line. The “Onion” Farm- four of their plays and churned off ating class. Just take 15 minutes, pick 1980-89 – Dave Brown, Drew Cary, ers, who have lost the last two meet- Bonnetti, has also attended the last 58 had four. an athlete for each decade/gender and Joey Deer, Mike Drury, Clint Factor, consecutive Millrose Games at Madi- 374 rushing yards – 241 in the second Rahway’s first score came on a six- ings but lead the series 27-20, need a send it to me at [email protected]. It’s Jay Factor, Matt Frawley, Leroy win to clinch the top seed in North 2 son Square Garden and the past 57 half. Quarterback Giovanni Smith play, 53-yard drive that ended with as easy as that. alternated running with running back Gallman, Mark Giacone, Mike Group 4. The Devils, who have not Penn Relays in Philadelphia. Fish’s nine-yard run with 7:18 left in This won’t be an easy thing to pull Giacone, Dan Gilday, Phil Gottlick, lost to Union on the freshman level A subscriber to The Westfield Leader Visalle Fish and gained 205 yards, the first quarter. Four minutes later, off, but, with your help, we’ll give it a including touchdown runs of 40 yards Chris McFadden, Dennis McGorty, since 2000, could earn a home playoff for all 37 years he’s lived in town, he added his 17-yard touchdown. shot. You can vote as often as you Kevin McGorty, Kevin Morris, Chuck game with a win. Letwink is a Faithful Reader of the and 23 yards, on 24 rushes. Smith Early in the third quarter, Smith con- want, and the results will be announced completed three of five pass attempts Mueller, Lou Rettino, Gregg Schmalz, The top eight in the section, with Devil’s Den. “I read it every week,” he cluded a three-play 64-yard drive with in the December 24 Devil’s Den. But Ken Schmalz, Rob Schmalz, Cliff power points: Union 124, said. “Great stuff on old-time Westfield for 38 yards. Fish carried 18 times for his 40-yard touchdown dash. With don’t put it off. Vote now, tonight, Sheehan, Nikhil Singh, Mike 139 yards, including respective touch- Bridgewater-Raritan 121, Columbia athletes and coaches.” 4:38 left in the quarter, Smith con- while it’s fresh in your mind. Stagaard, Kevin Stock, Tony Tiller, 108, Ridge 108, Phillipsburg 98, IN PASSING down runs of nine, 17 and five yards. cluded an eight-play, 71-yard drive And, unlike the 2000 presidential Aaron Weber; Adele Howarth, wife of the late The Indians’ total dominance forced Piscataway 98, Westfield 94, Linden with his 23-yard touchdown run. The election, whoever has the most votes Lynne Cassidy, Denise Comby, Jill 67. Bridgewater, Columbia, Ridge and Mount Howarth (WHS ’37) and mother Raider punter Mike Burke to punt final touchdown came on a nine-play, wins. Dame, Chris Diemer, Kathy Federici, of Pat (’60), Marty (’63), Bill (’64) and eight times and he performed that Piscataway have already played their 73-yard drive when Fish flopped into Sheri Filippone, Cheryl Gleason, Patty eight qualifying games. A WHS win Jim (’67), passed away on October 24. discipline very well. On the Raiders’ the end zone with 7:26 on the clock. Lady Raiders Whack Hearon, Kerry Hertell, Krissy DEVILS OF THE WEEK first three possessions, he was forced over Union would mean at least 24 The Raiders will conclude their Warren Hills, 5-0 Jeremiah, Nancy Kasko, Pam Kraft, power points. This week’s winners of a free sub to punt from the end zone and he regular season when they travel to Kathy McNally, Noreen Morris, Sally LOOKING BACK from Mike, the new owner at Westfield rocketed three booming punts, re- Annandale to face North Hunterdon The third-seeded Scotch Plains- Parizeau, Jen Stagaard, Janney The girls tennis team lost to Subs (261 South Avenue East), are spectively, to the Rahway 47, Raider tomorrow night, November 6, at 7 Fanwood High School girls soccer Zonnevylle. Haddonfield 3-2 in the Tournament of Evan Heroux and Ryan Heine, whose 42 and the Raider 49. Burke booted p.m. team defeated Warren Hills, 5-0, in 1990-99 – Mike Abeles, Mike Baly, Champions final last Wednesday. The goals in sudden death penalty kicks one from the Raider 15 to the Rahway Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 0 0 0 0 the first round of the North Jersey, Paul Baly, Steve Cheek, Brian loss kept WHS from completing just lifted WHS to a wild victory over SP- 42 and another from the Raider 15 to Rahway 14 0 13 7 34 Section 2, Group 3 tournament in Ciemniecki, Seth Coren, Dave Duelks, the third unbeaten season in school F in the Union County Tournament Scotch Plains on November 2. Matt Elmuccio, Darren Hertell, Chris history (1976 was 17-0, ’79 was 20-0) semifinals. Jackie Mains had a goal and an Infantino, Chris Jordan, Paul Jordan, and left them with a 23-1 record, one The Devil’s Den appears Thursday assist, while Evie Klotz, Erin Pierce, Ron Kashlak, Glen Kurz, Ken Marsh, short of the school record for wins in in The Westfield Leader during the Gabby Vacca and Sarah Vanbuskirk Cory Posey, Onur Tezucar, Lamont a season set by the 1994 team, which school year. Contact me with com- each scored once and Sarah Canfield Turner, Kris Williams, Chris Wojcik; went 24-3. ments, complaints and suggestions at had two assists for the No. 11, 15- Erin Allebaugh, Jenee Anzelone, The boys soccer teams of WHS and [email protected]. Win or not, Open House – Sunday, November 8 – 1:00-4:00 2-1 Raiders. Abby Bomba, Claudia Carnevale, SP-F added another classic to the list WHS4EVR! 785 Hyslip Avenue, Westfield

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By DAVID B. CORBIN who headed the ball inside the far post, have given up nine goals all season Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times just out of Boyer’s reach. and one of the primary reasons is Dogged defense survived an unre- “[Travis] Cortes pushed off to Bello. those two guys.” lenting attack from a ruthless offense, Bello saw me streaking through, put However, Hartnett nearly ended the resulting in a 1-1, double overtime tie it right to my head and I got it,” game in the final minutes of regula- between the ninth-ranked Scotch explained Greaney, who added, “We tion when he was standing alone with Plains-Fanwood High School boys couldn’t find the net. We made one the ball near the goal and prepared to soccer team and sixth-ranked mistake in the back, and that was a launch the ball, but Zukofsky made a Cranford at Memorial Field in goal, but we made up for it.” diving save. Cranford on October 29. “Personally, I think it was a clinic all “If he hit it just a little bit harder, I The 16-1-2 Raiders viciously pen- over the field by Scotch Plains,” Raider think he may have been able to get it etrated the Cougar backfield of Pat Head Coach Tom Breznitsky claimed. past Zukofsky, but the kid made a Kaskiw, Eric Walano and Rob “Unfortunately, a mistake in the very tremendous save. He made several Ghiretti, and launched 22 shots on beginning of the match gave them a big saves, and so did Boyer. I think goals – 17 in regulation. Cougar goal- goal. Other than that, their opportuni- you saw the two best goalkeepers in keeper Scott Boyer made 13 saves – ties were tremendously limited. Our the county right here.” 10 in regulation. The 18-0-2 Cougars guys played with intensity. They wanted Boyer, who did make several amaz- managed only five shots in regulation to prove that we are the best team in the ing saves, was put to the test the most David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times but matched that number in overtime, county. I learned that it’s extremely seven minutes into the game when GETTING THE KICK OFF…Raider Lauren Rosenthal, No. 17, gets the kick off before Cougar Emily Lupin, No. 22, can four coming in the second overtime difficult to play on a bandbox field like Raider Brian Kahn drilled a right-to- get to it. Raider Avika Shah, No. 21, clears the area. (OT). Raider goalie Anthony this when we are used to playing on a left shot that forced him to dive to his Zukofsky made three saves in regula- field like ours, that is 70-yards wide.” right to knock it down. As the ball tion and two in OT. Cougar forward Pat Hartnett, who rolled toward Raider Zach “They were determined from the leads the county in scoring with 21 Flanzmann, Boyer scrambled just in Cougars’ PK Nips Raiders, 1-0, onset. You can expect that from a goals, was kept in check by Raider time to block his shot. Scotch Plains team,” Cougar Head Joey D’Annunzio and only got off a “Scotch Plains takes a lot of far-out Coach Mike Curci said. “We did a few shots on goal. shots. I had to be ready, on my toes the good job of weathering the storm.” “Joey D’Annunzio! An absolute whole entire time,” Boyer said. “They For UCT Girls Soccer Crown Senior midfielder Nick Pace, who tremendous job each and every time hit a couple of nice balls. The header has 16 assists on the season, got the against people, who quote, unquote they scored, there was nothing we Cougars on the board three minutes score an ‘X’ number of goals! Hartnett could do about that. They hit hard and By DAVID B. CORBIN Head Coach Jen Michewicz said. “I Both teams’ defenses allowed few into the game, when he headed a throw- had one shot, two maybe. Joey takes low shots.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times would have liked to see us score with- serious shots on goal, with each team in from Ryan Lopes into the netting by those guys and shuts them down,” The Cougars’ most shining mo- Five years in a row, the Scotch out it, but it was definitely a foul. I taking seven shots but only two from the far post. Thirteen minutes into the coach Breznitsky said. “Joey and ments came in the second overtime, Plains-Fanwood High School girls was confident that Taylor D’Antico each becoming a threat. The 14-2-1 second half, Raider Steve Bello ripped Chris Freeman are the best combina- when they out-shot the Raiders, 4-1. soccer team entered the Union County could make it.” Raiders’ biggest threats came in the a right-to-left shot into Matt Greaney, tion of center backs in the state. We “I was proud of our boys, espe- Tournament (UCT) title game and “When it came down to the PK final four minutes. With constant pres- cially in the overtime,” coach Curci four times, it came out on top. This [penalty kick], I stepped up there, and sure from senior co-captain Sarah said. “I think we dominated the over- year, senior Taylor D’Antico drilled a I knew I wanted that kick, and I had Canfield, the Cougar defense was back time. We had some great chances, penalty kick into the lower left corner all the confidence to get it,” D’Antico peddling, then Sarah Vanbuskirk and you saw the determination in the with 24:31 on the clock in the first said. “Our team is incredible! We are crossed a shot to Jackie Mains, but eyes of our players too. We had two half to give the No. 20, fifth-seeded so bonded. We are all friends. We all Cougar goalie Lauren Grandal (2 saves) strong teams. I think we both deserve Cranford Cougars a 1-0 victory and hang out all the time. We wanted it so made a brilliant stop. A little later, to be where we are. Hopefully, we the UCT championship over the No. badly, and we came out here and did Avika Shah came down the right side- will get a chance to meet them again, 11, second-seeded Raiders at A.L. it. It’s a great experience!” line and made a great lead to Vanbuskirk, either in the counties or the states.” Johnson in Clark on October 31. Since an early-season loss to but the lead was just a little bit out of her “I’m looking forward to that,” The stage was set when Cougar Westfield, the 15-2-2 Cougars have reach to make a shot. Greaney added. “It was a great game forward Jen Folger went down, and reeled off 12 straight wins until los- “They got that right away goal, and today, so it will be real fun to play the referee awarded a penalty kick. ing to New Providence, 1-0, earlier in we just couldn’t find the net,” Canfield them again.” D’Antico, who scored the game-win- the week. said. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 1 0 0 1 ning penalty kick in the shootout vic- “We lost to New Prov[idence] ear- “We graduated 10 seniors last year. Cranford 1 0 0 0 1 tory against top-seeded Westfield in lier this week. It’s hard for any team I don’t think anybody expected us to the semifinals on October 25, lined to go through the entire season play- come back, so I think something has Lady Blue Devils Rip up and slid her shot into the lower left ing their best,” coach Michewicz said. to be said about these girls, who are part of the goal, just out of the reach “It was one of those days. We didn’t here, and what they did,” coach Ewing J.P. Stevens, 8-0 of Raider goalie Paige Della Badia. come out at our best, and they took said. “I am proud of my girls, the way The top-seeded, third-ranked, 17-0- “I don’t know if she got clipped or advantage of the opportunity. We said, they played, the way they handled 2 Westfield High School girls soccer not,” Raider Head Coach Kevin Ewing ‘you know what? We know what this themselves.” team shutout J.P. Stevens, 8-0, in the said. “Whether she did, you are talk- feels like to have it happen in this “They were here for five years in a first round of the North Jersey, Section ing about the Union County final. game. Now we look forward to Scotch row,” coach Michewicz said. “It came 2, Group 4 tournament in Westfield on That’s a tough call to make in a county Plains on Saturday.’ We really made a down to this was our year. We felt November 2. Sam Costello scored three final. The referee makes the decision. commitment to ourselves that we were that, if we wanted it this much, we goals, Hannah Kronick flicked in two He made the call. He’s got to live with coming back.” had to fight for it to be here. They are David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times goals and Meg Freudenheim, Amanda it. They didn’t have much else other “Losing that game made us come a good team. It’s unbelievable!” BOOTING THE BALL DOWNFIELD…Cougar Ryan Lopes, No. 3, boots the ball Markowski and Tracy Kaplan added than the penalty kick.” out here and play 100 times stronger,” Cranford 1 0 1 downfield before Raider Brendan McEvoy, No. 7, can get in position to block it. one goal each. “It definitely was a foul,” Cougar D’Antico commented. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 0 0

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Want A Low Monthly Payment? Meet with a local Gold Services Manager or call 800-788-7338. Page 14 Thursday, November 5, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Blue Devil Grid Boys ‘Trick’ Tigers, 24-7, Allow 1 ‘Treat’ CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 25 yards). Scanlon’s second grab was a offense against our defense.” one-handed snag that helped set up the Gribbins’ kick off stuck the Tigers Blue Devils second TD. on the three-yard line. A few plays “It was a little behind me. I reached later, Jones rolled left and was nailed out for it. I pinned it against the side by Scanlon at the 35. The ball was of my hip and held on to it,” Scanlon jarred loose and Scanlon picked it up described. “It was a planned play. and sprinted into the end zone to give Whenever the backs blitz, I just run Westfield a 21-7 lead with 4:34 re- right into the middle and he throws to maining. me.” “I was surprised. I really didn’t But the real damage was done by know what to do,” Scanlon said. “I the defense in the second half, begin- looked at my defensive coordinator, ning with a Linden stuff on a fourth- Mr. [Ken] Miller. He screamed at me David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and-two at the Westfield 38. Running to run into the end zone. I did.” Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times RUNNING HER BEST RACE…Raider Kathleen Leeper placed third with a time back Joe Ondi (11 carries, 64 yards) Murray had an interception on PREPARING TO STOP THE DIRECT KICK…Blue Devils Joe Greenspan, No. of 19:57 to become one of only four Raider girls ever to break the 20-minute mark. had a 31-yard carry, which set up a Linden’s next series, which set up 10, and goalie Adam Fine watch intently as the ball nears them during the The cross-country race was held at Warinanco Park in Roselle on October 29. field goal attempt, but Jon Gribbin’s Gribbin’s 32-yard field goal with 2:39 semifinal soccer game at Johnson’s Nolin Field in Clark on October 30. 30-yard attempt sailed wide left. left, then Ondi added another inter- Next, Willie Johnson recorded a two- ception to seal the victory. Johnson Blue Devil X-C Boys Capture yard sack then Scanlon, Nick Matthews finished with 11 tackles, while Blue Devils Leap to Finals, and Brandon Dietz sacked quarter- Scanlon and Murray each had nine back Jaurice Jones on the Linden 19. tackles, and Ondi and Dietz each had Union County Championship Early in the fourth quarter, after seven. Stop Raiders in UCT Semis CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Scanlon’s second reception put the “We needed to create some turn- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 ball on the Linden 23, Williams car- overs. We needed to get a defensive ing with frontrunners Nichelle Harris ished 30th at 21:47. Danielle Grimes ried to the 14 then AJ Murray added a score. This wasn’t a 24-7 game. This and the goal by Joe Greenspan was a end and tied it up. Unfortunately, it’s (Rahway), who finished first with a crossed 36th at 22:10 and Tierny pair of seven-yard bashes for the TD. was a lot closer than that,” coach thing of beauty. At the end, Adam time of 19:33, and Ines Simoes Cummings crossed 46th at 22:53. a tough way to lose.” “We had a really good halftime DeSarno said. Fine was just a little bit better and that In the first round shootout, Blue (Roselle Catholic), second at 19:48, The Blue Devil JV boys placed all game plan,” Scanlon said. “In the was the difference here today. Coach- to cross the line in 19:57 to become seven runners in the top-eight (team Westfield 0 7 0 17 24 Devil Kevin Clancy hit in the right second half, they didn’t do much on Linden 7 0 0 0 7 ing well over 50 various teams in corner and Raider Bello connected in one of only four Raider girls ever to points) to capture first with a 15 total. various sports since 1975, I think this break the 20-minute mark. Sam Tooley (17:37), David Carville the upper right side of the net. Evan may not be the best team ever, but it Heroux scored but D’Annunzio “Brittney Veeck, Cassy Valdez and (17:45), Evan Tarlow (17:47), Edward surely ranks up there. I have been Mary Shashaty! She’s the fourth and Stocking (17:53) and Kevin Ramos D. Blair Corbin’s stuffed the right side of the net to blessed with the finest human beings make the score 2-2. DelSordi scored she did it in her first season,” Raider (18:09) grabbed the first five spots, a soccer coach can get. It’s never been Head Coach Jeff Koegel said. “She’s while Raider Kyle Mahoney (18:12) the first goal in the second round better.” shootout. Heroux tied the contest. better as the races get longer. She did finished six, followed by Blue Devils “Coach Kapner told us that we well in the 3,200 last spring. That Adrian Bizzaro at 18:16, Beau Preston D’Annunzio missed his shot wide Blue Devils Raiders came out not ready to play this game left of the cage, then Heine booted the extra mile plays to her strength. I feel at 18:23 and Wade Preston at 18:29. and the Raiders were. They outplayed bad that the course is in such bad The Blue Devil JV girls won their ball in the upper right side for the us all over the field. Coach told us to deciding goal. shape, because I think she definitely race with a 23 total. Astrid Adriens go all out and play great if we want could have run 19:30 something. It and Shannon Mooney placed 2-3 with “First round, I missed. It hit the to win this championship. We woke crossbar and went wide. In the sec- was good the way the race played out, respective times of 21:38 and 21:46. up, played our game, played as a because the first and second place Allegra Larch (21:57), Megan Puliam ond round, I looked to see which way Walk Down Memory Lane team and it turned out good,” said the goalie was going. He faked one finishers didn’t run out hard, so she (22:02), Samantha Kaufman (22:03) Fine. had somebody to run with [toward and Julia Fisher (22:32) finished fifth way, I went the same way and luckily From the archives of The Westfield its 11th Union County Champion- “The difference was the strength it went through for the game winner,” the end]. They were going to pick it through eighth. they had with head balls off throw-ins up and they put some separation on Leader and The Scotch Plains- ship. Senior Greg Leischner skid a said Heine. TOP 10 BOYS TEAM TOTALS: Fanwood Times – www.goleader.com left-to-right crossing pass to senior and corner backs,” Raider Head Coach “They hit us pretty hard during the Kathleen. That hurt Kathleen, so I 1. Westfield 33, 2. Union Catholic 91, 3. Scotch Plains-Fanwood 116, 4. – Click Archives Sean McNelis, who buried the ball Tom Breznitsky said. “After going up second half and we should have ex- tried to get her to work on locking her 2-0, it felt good, but it’s misleading eyes on them and trying not to spread Cranford 126, 5. Roselle Catholic 154, November 4, 2005: Yellow flags into the Farmers’ net with 19:13 re- ecuted better. During penalty kick 6. Governor Livingston 182, 7. New maining in the game. and you can never sit back. They got the distance between them. Try to littered the turf at Williams Field in rounds, it all came down to being Providence 198, 8. Summit 203, 9. Elizabeth in the home team’s 30-6, November 2, 2002: The top- back into it to make it 2-1 and the focused. I love these situations, stood keep it small!” Rahway 210, 10. A.L. Johnson 256 momentum changed a little. We got Alyssa Hatch was the first Blue victory over the Blue Devil football seeded, defending champion Blue up well against it,” said Raider goalie TOP 10 GIRLS TEAM TOTALS: team. A spectacular, leaping recep- Devil girls soccer team advanced to out of our game a little and into theirs Zukofsky. Devil to cross, finishing 11th with a 1. Summit 51, 2. Cranford 94, 3. Westfield 97, 4. Kent Place 128, 5. New tion by Terron Rogers resulted in a the Union County Championship by during the second half but give our Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 2 1 0 0 (3) 3 time of 20:57. Abigail Kwok finished kids credit. They fought hard until the 23rd at 21:19, Amy Roggenberg was Providence 151, 6. Governor Livingston 57-yard gain after he kept his bal- defeating 14-4-1 Summit in a 2-1, Westfield 0 3 0 0 (4) 4 151, 7. Union Catholic 152, 8. Roselle ance, broke several tackles and sudden-death shootout in Union. Se- 25th at 21:35, Gabrielle Tanji was Catholic 172, 9. Oak Knoll 208, 10. Union nior goalie Megan Connors preserved 27th at 21:39 and Sharon Faktor fin- wiggled 20 more yards to the Minute- 246 man 15-yard line. Marcus Allen Gra- the victory for the Blue Devils by Blue Devils Top RBC, Fall ham recorded his sixth interception smothering the last Hilltopper shot. of the season. November 2, 2001: The No. 1- GET ONE MONTH November 6, 2004: Eleven turned ranked Westfield High School gym- To Haddonfield in TOC out to be a good number as the 11th- nastics team continued its quest for a The No. 2 ranked Westfield High rebounded to win the next two, 6-2, ranked Raider boys soccer team took state title by capturing its fourth- School girls tennis team defeated Red 7-5. Blue Devil Tara Criscuolo 11 shots on goal to defeat Union, 1-0, straight North Jersey, Section 2 crown Bank Catholic (RBC), 4-1, on Octo- dropped a 6-4, 2-6, 6-4, match to FREE RENT! at Williams Field in Elizabeth to claim in Union. 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Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren, North Region Federal Project No: FS-B00S(688) UPC NO: 900067; DP No: 09176 of Scotch Plains, County of Union will sell at public auction on MONDAY, NOVEMBER This is American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (AARA) Funded Project Subject to 16th, 2009 in the Municipal Court, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 9:00 Legislative Approval. o’clock in the morning or at such later time and place to which said sale may then be Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed to the respective persons Mary Ellen O’Boyle 17:27. For Federal projects, Bidders must register with both the New Jersey Department whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total 33698_MH4.2x5bw.indd 1 8/18/09 4:43:13 PMof Treasury, Division of Revenue pursuant to N.J.S.A 52:32-44 AND the “Public Works amount of municipal liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in accordance with Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L.2003, c. 91) prior to N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 16th day of November 2009. BROKER ASSOCIATE contract execution. Appropriate proof of these registrations should be provided to Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of NJDOT as soon as possible. municipal liens chargeable against each parcel of said land assessed as one parcel, 908-233-5347, Direct Dial The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the rate of interest bid, but in no case in excess of 18%. Payments for said parcels shall be GUCAR President 2003—2004 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to made prior to the conclusion of the sale in the form of cash, certified check or money order submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on or other method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. Properties for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Township of Scotch Plains at an interest rate of 18%. Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property subscribe follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents with interest and costs. Payment must be in the form of cash, certified check or money and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are order. directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et Offices at the following locations: seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.), In addition, the 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels Way 1 Executive Campus Rt 70W municipality is precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser Mt. Arlington, NJ Freehold, NJ Cherry Hill, NJ who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner of the site. 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the 3 T - 10/29/09, 11/5/09 and 11/12/09, The Leader Fee: $195.84 Tax Collector should be notified immediately. BLK LOT QUAL OWNER LOCATION TOTAL DUE 501 15.01 Ainsworth, Kieron & Elsie 1595 E. Second Street $17,140.30 EXTRAORDINARY AGENTS 503 16 Cioffi, John & Ann 1711 E. Second Street $ 7,179.28 705 20 Dallah, Dorothy 228 Haven Avenue $ 377.22 801 2 Minor, John & Catherleen 210 Pinehurst Avenue $ 2,684.75 902 18 Fryer, Frank 366 Myrtle Avenue $ 3,545.75 1001 8 Blair, Brendlin 332 Haven Avenue $ 2,144.05 1103 7 Jackson, James & Gloria 443 Sycamore Avenue $ 7,164.27 1103 11 Simmons, Derek & Brenda 427 Sycamore Avenue $ 2,011.33 2502 7 Fela, Kim 2105 Portland Avenue $ 7,055.91 2702 25 Szeman, Michael &Donna 2063 Grand Street $ 8,661.95 3906 13.01 1 Elm Street LLC 230 Harding Road $ 3,318.97 3907 7 Cato, Ramona 213 Mountainview Avenue$ 6,562.62 Located on one of Westfield’s most notable avenues, this 4401 14 West, Mary 4 Johnson Street $ 1,434.27 4802 1 GRIG Corp 2435 Route 22 $18,266.20 vintage Colonial fuses sunlight, elegance & relaxed set- 4901.04 3 C0403 Whitaker, T & Crisafulli, J. 403 Donato Circle $ 194.22 tings with a charming flair. The heartwarming interior 4901.06 3 CO610 Jobson, Cherly 610 Donato Circle $ 3,071.19 6104 2 Caldora, J. & Koslowsky, S. 179 Madison Avenue $ 1,306.09 glows with traditional details & recent updates. The vesti- 6305 1.02 DeRose, J & Neves, J. 833 Jerusalem Road $ 4,133.09 7201 16 Brigss, F. & Oakes, L Jr. 2600 Plainfield Avenue $ 1,085.82 bule with powder room opens to the living room with stone 7304 14 Riviere, Natasha 2411 Park Place $ 260.12 7502 10.01 Messercola Bros Building Co. 11 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,647.64 fireplace. The formal dining room adjoins the den & up- 7502 10.02 Messercola Bros Building Co. 15 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,515.18 dated eat-in kitchen. The second floor offers sunny bed- 7502 10.03 Messercola Bros Building Co. 19 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,640.69 7502 10.04 Messercola Bros Building Co. 20 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,713.90 rooms & a new bath. The backyard has a patio, hot tub, koi 7502 10.05 Messercola Bros Building Co. 16 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,494.37 7502 10.06 Messercola Bros Building Co. 12 Hidden Meadow Drive $ 3,494.37 pond & abundant room to enjoy the outdoors. Not far from 8701 8 Sims, Nathaniel 1128 Washington Avenue $ 2,060.43 8902 17 Goetee, Helen 1126 Hetfield Avenue $ 8,008.22 town, schools & parks, this enchanting home offers an idyl- 12201 15 Hellwig, Anthony 1730 Cooper Road $ 7,294.52 lic respite for all. Presented for $590,000. 12701 5 Rappa, Leonard F. 1908 Lake Avenue $11,558.07 13701.21 3 CE019 Lusardi, Helen 19 Eastham Village $ 8,549.81 14501 4 Tarczynski, Stephen & Helen 8 Bonus Hill Drive $11,082.27 14501 22 Surzahsky, Natalia 6 Michael Lane $ 288.78 14602 10 Buontempo, Richard 1501 Rahway Road $14,238.84 15805 1 Gialluisi, Peter 44 Blue Ridge Circle $ 1,293.35 WESTFIELD-WEST OFFICE 16001 13 Sumner, Alfred Welles 1660 Rahway Road $13,469.44 908-233-0065 Westfield Office ÈääÊ œÀÌ Ê
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Westfield Westfield struck again with a long nose tackle Devin Anderson, defen- pass from Mele to Murray for a 60- sive tackle Justin Lin, cornerback yard TD to make the score, 13-6. Nick Mele and defensive ends J. Mack Westfield cornerbacks Rinaldi and Rembisz and Johnny Link followed Chris Hoerle provided big hits in the with hard hits. After a short punt backfield, while linebackers Jacob HEADING IN FOR THE TD…Westfield PAL “A” player Jacob Boyle, No. 47, MAKING A NICE GAIN…Brian O’Dwyer makes a nice gain in the Westfield carries the ball for a touchdown on November 1. return, Westfield struck first, on a Kurstedt, Gorelick and O’Connor con- PAL “D” team’s win over Scotch Plains on November 1. quick out pass from QB Nick Mele to tinued to plug the holes. Westfield wide receiver Owen Murray, who threatened again, but the drive stalled faked out two defenders and sprinted at the Scotch Plains 20. Westfield de- WF PAL ‘D’ Goes Unbeaten, Westfield PAL ‘A’ Blanks for a 60-yard TD. Matt McIlroy kicked fensive lineman Aidan Sumner, Robbie the extra point. Suriano, Tristan Orr and Matt Sloane Scotch Plains PAL, 12-0 Middle linebacker McIlory, defen- kept the pressure on as Westfield got Stops Scotch Plains, 27-0 sive tackles Ethan Prevoznak, the ball back and ran out the clock. The Westfield PAL “A” football Sweeney, Elliott, Scaglione and Chip The Westfield PAL 11-year-old foot- and Ian Humphrey all contributed to team wrapped up its regular season Mulrooney. This extra-point kick at- ball team completed an 8-0, season the tough “D”. with a 12-0 victory over the Scotch tempt was also blocked. with a 27-0, victory over the Scotch In the second half, a terrific game Plains Raiders on November 1. Westfield got the ball to start the Plains Raiders on November 1. plan of run and pass resulted in two Both teams traded punts in the first second half, and carries by Eric Shor Kevin Brennan opened the scoring more scores. Runs by Brendan Glenn, quarter. Blue Devils David Kane, and Boyle got the ball to midfield. with a run around left end behind Matt Varano and Jack Neiswenter com- Dylan Elliott, Noah Penders, Chris Scotch Plains ran the ball for 29 yards some great blocking from offensive bined with some nice passes to Tim Callahan and Joe Scaglione made key in 10 plays before being stopped and linemen Mike Ukriansky, Matt Day and Brian O’Dwyer to move the tackles, several for lost yardage. forced to turn the ball over on the LaCorte, Victor Cruz, Owen Kessler chains. Chad Dembiec then brought a Westfield returned a short punt to the Westfield 16. Boyle broke loose for a and Max Schwetje. Quarterback Phil well-executed crossing pattern to the Raider 30-yard line to begin the sec- 43-yard carry before being brought Martini connected twice with Kyle house for a score. The offensive line ond quarter. Thomas Anderson setup down. Dombrowski. Another run by Brennan provided great pass protection. Anto- the first run and Jacob Boyle sprinted In the final quarter, Chris Wright, put the Blue Devils comfortably ahead nio Peer, Connor Root and Cam for a 27-yard touchdown. Westfield’s Robertshaw, Penders and Scaglione to stay. McLaughlin led the way. Scotch extra-point kick was blocked. made huge tackles to stop the Raid- In the first half, the defense held Plains sought to change its strategy to Calvin Robertshaw recovered two ers. Holden Ehrhart added an inter- Scotch Plains to negative yardage, a more pass-oriented attack, but Raider fumbles and Westfield got the ception minutes before the game forced and recovered a fumble, and Westfield responded with sacks and a ball on the Raider five-yard line. Chris ended. frustrated their opponents to punt on nice interception by Neiswenter. Riley Hogge got a big push into the end Westfield will host the first round of every possession. Jacob Kaplan, Jack Kopser, Danny Audino, Cam Scalera, zone behind Jack Kessler, Chris the playoffs this Sunday, November 8. Meiselman, Phil Zanfagna, Nick Connor Scanlon, Ben Kelly and Sean Mahar, Jack Hall, Mike Gagliardi, Mikovits all worked hard to preserve Mark Daaleman, Zack Rabinowitz the shutout.

IN THE ZONE…Wide receiver Owen Murray is congratulated by teammates after scoring his second touchdown of the day in Westfield “C” Blue’s 13-6 victory over Scotch Plains on November 1 in Old Bridge. WF PAL ‘C’ White Hands Marlboro PAL, 39-0 Loss The Westfield White “C’ football fense, Devin Simpson recovered a team did not allow a first down to shut Marlboro fumble and quarterback down Marlboro, 39-0, in Old Bridge Marner connected with Dylan Scott on November 1. for a 12-yard gain in the third quarter. White scored quickly when Jack In the fourth quarter, Marner hit Scott Curry ran for a first down and Chris for a 40-yard gain and a 15-yard gain. CHAMP AND RUNNERUP…Tom Bigosinski, left, had an 11-9 victory over Varano followed up with a long run Ryan Hinderliter, Matthew Carminio, Doug Loffredo, right, to win the Westfield Tennis Association “B” Bracket for a touchdown (TD). Quarterback Patrick Sweeny and James Hoodja Championship held in Westfield on October 22. Chris Boutsikaris connected with provided offensive coverage, enabling Westfield PAL Sets Varano for the point after (PAT). Varano to run the ball in for his third Bigosinski Wins WTA James Bohlinger and Owen Colwell TD. On Marlboro’s last drive, Meltzer WESTFIELD CONNECTION…Christian Nelson (13), formerly of Harrison Tennis ‘B’ Bracket Fundraising Event forced Marlboro to turn the ball over snagged a fumble on Marlboro’s 30- Avenue and nephew of town councilwoman Vicki Kimmins, led his team with 23 WESTFIELD – The Westfield PAL on downs on their first possession. yard line setting up a DiFilippo TD carries, 101 yards rushing and a touchdown in a recent game against rival The Westfield Tennis Associa- set a fundraising event to be held on Nick Mueller had a 15-yard punt re- run. Cranston West in R.I., which put his team into the R.I. State playoffs. tion (WTA) “B” Bracket Champi- Tuesday, November 10, at Ferraro’s turn and Curry added a 40-yard TD onship held in Westfield was settled Restaurant. A percentage of the dinner run. The PAT pass was good. Next, on October 22. Tom Bigosinski costs will be donated to Children’s Justin Dudzinski delivered two key Elegant Homes Realty Featuring the Savannah earned a hard-fought, 11-9 victory Specialized Hospital Foundation for a tackles forcing Marlboro to punt. over Doug Loffredo in the final. special equipment fund that helps pur- Early in the second quarter, Loffredo got off to a fast start chase needed equipment for children Boutsikaris flipped the ball to J.D. going up 6-2 but Bigosinski rolled whose insurance has either been used Marner, who threw a 30-yard TD off five successive games. The match up or does not cover the full expense. pass to Varano. settled down thereafter with each Anyone interested in making a do- Next, Vinnie DiFilippo snagged an The Savannah is player holding serve until the 19th nation to the fund, please make the interception and ran for long yard- game when Loffredo was broken. check out to Children’s Specialized age. With Thomas Morley lending Bigosinski then held serve to close Foundation – Equipment Fund and some key blocks, Owen Colwell car- out the match. On the road to the send to Children’s Specialized Hospi- ried for a first down and Mueller ran now our home... championship, Bigosinski had wins tal Foundation, 150 New Providence for the fourth TD. Linemen Calvin over Chris Farella (8-4) and Chris Road, Mountainside, NJ 07092. Please Vincente and Ben Meltzer stopped WESTFIELD, JANUARY 15TH, 2009. Dear James, Now that Ed and I are fully moved in, Bonn (13-11). Loffredo had a walk- Marlboro’s series to make the score contact Donnie Cassett for further in- we want to take a moment to let you know how happy we are with our new condominium over win over injured Nathaniel Weiss formation at [email protected] 27-0 at halftime. and an 8-5 victory over David Ferio. or call (908) 463-0672. Sam Pastuzyn played effective de- at the Savannah. Living in Florida and buying a home in New Jersey was not an easy task, but the fact that either you or staff was available to us 24/7 to answer any ques- tions or concerns we had, made this purchase smooth and pleasurable. We had complete Hye-Young Choi, Sales Associate trust in the input and suggestions your staff made. The quality at the Savannah made 908-301-2015, Direct the need for upgrades totally unnecessary and the location is absolutely great, twenty #1 REALTOR, Total Production - 11 Years! minutes to the airport and ten minutes to our grandchildren, what more could we ask RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE NJAR® Circle of Excellence - 1987 - 2008 for. We thank all of you every time we open our front door. Our only complaint is that we can’t spend more time there then we currently do. Open House: Sunday, November 8th 1-4PM • 522 Colonial Avenue Regards, Susan and Ed Casale

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This year the foun- 8U: Julia McGann won the 25-free finished second in 50-back and Ma- in an automobile accident in July dation set up The Gregory A. Boff and 25-fly. Abby Riordan placed sec- rina Decotiis placed second in 50-fly. 1989. Shortly after his death, his fam- Memorial Scholarship at Greg’s high ond in 25-free and 25-back. Ainsley 13-14: Caroline Baldwin won 200IM ily established the Gregory Boff school alma mater, The Wardlaw- and Haley Stamberger placed 1-2, and 100-back. Ellie Reinhardt won 100- Charitable Foundation, Inc., a non- Hartridge School located in Edison. respectively, in 25-breast. Ciara free and 100-fly. 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Alana Basil won nament has been recognized by the course over the past couple of years. free and placed second in 50-fly. 200-back and 200-fly. Emily Smith Metropolitan Golf Association Cameron Wilson from Connecticut Courtney Thomas placed second in won 200-breast and finished third in (MGA) and the New Jersey State won the tournament, shooting a 145 100IM. Kayla Rinn finished second 200-back. Katie Yamano placed sec- RUNNING LIKE A MOTHER…Pictured, left to right, are: Krista Evans, Connie Golf Association (NJSGA) with the for 36 holes. For information in play- in 50-breast. ond in 200IM. Kathleen O’Neill fin- Frontero, Sue Priscoe, Kara Paoletti and Lane Kehler. They placed second top finishers receiving points towards ing in next year’s event, or for sponsor- 11-12: Caitlin Collins won the ished second in 100-free and 200- amongst 19 teams in the Open Women’s Division at the Asbury Park Relay both the MGA and NJSGA Amateur ship opportunities, call Pete Busch at 100IM and 50-fly. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN Kaskiw, Eric Walano and Rob onset. You can expect that from a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Ghiretti, and launched 22 shots on Scotch Plains team,” Cougar Head Dogged defense survived an unre- goals – 17 in regulation. Cougar goal- Coach Mike Curci said. “We did a lenting attack from a ruthless offense, keeper Scott Boyer made 13 saves – good job of weathering the storm.” resulting in a 1-1, double overtime tie 10 in regulation. The 18-0-2 Cougars Senior midfielder Nick Pace, who between the ninth-ranked Scotch managed only five shots in regulation has 16 assists on the season, got the Plains-Fanwood High School boys but matched that number in overtime, Cougars on the board three minutes soccer team and sixth-ranked four coming in the second overtime into the game, when he headed a throw- Cranford at Memorial Field in (OT). Raider goalie Anthony in from Ryan Lopes into the netting by Cranford on October 29. Zukofsky made three saves in regula- the far post. Thirteen minutes into the The 16-1-2 Raiders viciously pen- tion and two in OT. second half, Raider Steve Bello ripped etrated the Cougar backfield of Pat “They were determined from the a right-to-left shot into Matt Greaney, who headed the ball inside the far post, just out of Boyer’s reach. “[Travis] Cortes pushed off to Bello. Bello saw me streaking through, put it right to my head and I got it,” explained Greaney, who added, “We couldn’t find the net. We made one mistake in the back, and that was a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times goal, but we made up for it.” THE VERY SWEET FEELING OF VICTORY…The Cougar girls are all hugs and kisses after defeating the four-time “Personally, I think it was a clinic defending champion Raiders, 1-0, for the Union County Tournament championship. all over the field by Scotch Plains,” Raider Head Coach Tom Breznitsky D’ANTICO RIPS PENALTY KICK FOR WINNING GOAL claimed. “Unfortunately, a mistake in the very beginning of the match gave them a goal. Other than that, their opportunities were tremendously Cougars’ PK Nips Raiders, 1-0 limited. Our guys played with inten- sity. They wanted to prove that we are the best team in the county. I learned that it’s extremely difficult to play on a bandbox field like this when we are For UCT Girls Soccer Crown used to playing on a field like ours, that is 70-yards wide.” By DAVID B. CORBIN Head Coach Jen Michewicz said. “I it. It’s a great experience!” Cougar forward Pat Hartnett, who Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times would have liked to see us score with- Since an early-season loss to David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times leads the county in scoring with 21 Five years in a row, the Scotch out it, but it was definitely a foul. I Westfield, the 15-2-2 Cougars have CONTROLLING THE MIDFIELD…Cougar Connor DeMars, No. 10, keeps the goals, was kept in check by Raider Plains-Fanwood High School girls was confident that Taylor D’Antico reeled off 12 straight wins until los- ball away from a Raider on October 29. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 soccer team entered the Union County could make it.” ing to New Providence, 1-0, earlier in Tournament (UCT) title game and “When it came down to the PK the week. PAPANDREA, TROTTER, VICCI SCORE TOUCHDOWNS four times it came out on top. This [penalty kick], I stepped up there, and “We lost to New Prov[idence] ear- year, senior Taylor D’Antico drilled a I knew I wanted that kick, and I had lier this week. It’s hard for any team penalty kick into the lower left corner all the confidence to get it,” D’Antico to go through the entire season play- with 24:31 on the clock in the first said. “Our team is incredible! We are ing their best,” coach Michewicz said. GL Highlanders Click On ‘O’; half to give the No. 20, fifth-seeded so bonded. We are all friends. We all “It was one of those days. We didn’t Cranford Cougars a 1-0 victory and hang out all the time. We wanted it so come out at our best, and they took the UCT championship over the No. badly and we came out here and did advantage of the opportunity. We said, 11, second-seeded Raiders at A.L. ‘you know what? We know what this Johnson in Clark on October 31. Probitas Verus Honos CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Cage Cougar Gridders, 37-20 The stage was set when Cougar forward Jen Folger went down, and By FRED LECOMTE ished with three receptions for 55 back Joe Papandrea had four carries the referee awarded a penalty kick. Cougar Pride Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times yards, including TD receptions of 21 for nine yards. Quarterback Chris D’Antico, who scored the game-win- Anyone who witnessed the high yards and 14 yards, respectively, and Klein completed two of eight passes ning penalty kick in the shootout vic- This page is reserved for Cranford High School sports only. school football game between returned an 83-yard kickoff for a TD. for 31 yards. Justin Van Ostenbridge tory against top-seeded Westfield in To make this weekly page a success, help Cranford and Governor Livingston at Rob Ingebetsen hauled in two passes led the Cougars with 10 tackles and a the semifinals on October 25, lined is needed from the coaches, a stat person Memorial Field in Cranford on Octo- for 64 yards, including a 19-yard TD. fumble recovery, followed by Kasim up and slid her shot into the lower left and/or a designated parent, who follows ber 30 certainly got his or her adrena- Later, Blake Anderson connected on part of the goal just out of the reach of Lewis, who had eight tackles and any of the teams and wishes to contribute line level up heading into halftime. a 40-yard field goal. Vicci with seven and one sack. Alex Raider goalie Paige Della Badia. But it was anything but pretty for the All but 31 yards of the Cougars’ Bartley had six tackles and two sacks, “I don’t know if she got clipped or a to the point, factual account of the event. Cougars as three, second-half turn- 223yards offense came via the run- while Michael Klimek and Anthony not,” Raider Head Coach Kevin Ewing Any good photos of the event may also be overs allowed the Highlanders to re- ning game. Running back Sean Trot- DeSilva each dropped five ball carri- said. “Whether she did, you are talk- welcomed. turn home with a 37-20 victory. ter carried 10 times for 75 yards, ers and Will Green notched four. ing about the Union County final. Please e-mail by Monday at noon to Highlander quarterback Joe J.T.Vicci had 53 yards on two carries The Highlanders scored on their That’s a tough call to make in a county David B. Corbin, (Asst. Publisher/Sports Editor) Graziano completed six of seven pass and Kendall Grier carried six times first possession when Graziano con- final. The referee makes the decision. [email protected] attempts for 127 yards and three for 51 yards. Tyrone Avent rushed nected with Machado on a 21-yard He made the call. He’s got to live with touchdowns (TD). Max Machado fin- seven times for 32 yards and quarter- CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 it. They didn’t have much else other than the penalty kick.” Go Cougars! “It definitely was a foul,” Cougar The Family Law Department of Dughi & Hewit Presents

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 strike. Anderson’s PAT was good. In run. were getting the ball in the second the second quarter, the Cougars roared “They made some good plays on half and I really felt confident that we back with a 15-play, 59-yard drive offense, I thought we were a little could take the ball down and score that concluded with Papandrea’s one- slow on defense but the offense moved because they really had not stopped yard TD plunge. The extra point by the ball well,” Cougar Head Coach us and I thought we were in good Robert Gaeta’s sailed wide. On the Erik Rosenmeier said. “We took the shape to do that. The turnover bug bit ensuing kickoff, Machado grabbed ball down the field like we wanted to. us on two consecutive drives and I the ball at the 17, shifted into high We gave their special team a touch- think that was the difference in the gear and galloped 83 yards for the down on the kickoff return and I that game.” touchdown, extending the Highland- hurt us. At the half, to be within ten, Gov. Livingston 0 13 0 7 20 ers to 14-6. we were still optimistic because we Cranford 7 16 14 0 37 Adding to the excitement, the 2-6 Cougars responded with a kickoff return to the Highlander 51. Keeping to the running game, Trotter took a pitch from Papandrea that netted 41- yards. From there, Trotter pushed it in for 10 yards and the TD. Robert Gaeta’s PAT was good, trimming the lead to 14-13. “First half, both offenses were moving the ball down the field. They were throwing the ball on our defense and we were putting the ball on the ground. As to the TD, my seniors are playing their last game on this field, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times so after they scored, I needed to drive MENTALLY PREPARING THEMSELVES…The Cougar girls mentally prepare themselves before the championship the ball down the field and score. I game with the Raiders. had to do it for them,” said Trotter. As fast as the Cougars cut the lead, the Highlanders extended it when Graziano dropped back and found Cougars’ PK Nips Raiders, 1-0 for UCT Crown Ingebretsen for a 19-yard TD to give the Highlanders a 20-13 lead. Just CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 before the half, the Highlanders drove feels like to have it happen in this back peddling, then Sarah Vanbuskirk here, and what they did,” coach Ewing the ball down the field where Ander- game. Now we look forward to Scotch crossed a shot to Jackie Mains, but said. “I am proud of my girls, the way son nailed a 39-yarder through the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains on Saturday.’ We really made a Cougar goalie Lauren Grandal (2 they played, the way they handled uprights, extending the Highlanders’ ATHLETES OF THE WEEK…The Cougar girls soccer defensive line, pictured, commitment to ourselves that we were saves) made a brilliant stop. A little themselves.” lead to 23-13. left to right, front row: are; Kristen Cecchini and Madison Savulich; back row, coming back.” later, Avika Shah came down the right “They were here for five years in a Plagued by three fumbles on four Emily McCue, Lauren Grandal and Taylor D’Antico, who have been named drives, Governor Livingston took Athletes of the Week. They allowed zero goals throughout the Union County “Losing that game made us come sideline and made a great lead to row,” coach Michewicz said. “It came Tournament and claimed the title. out here and play 100 times stronger,” Vanbuskirk, but the lead was just a down to this was our year. We felt advantage of the gifts, highlighted by D’Antico commented. little bit out of her reach to make a that, if we wanted it this much, we Machado’s 14-yard TD reception and Both teams’ defenses allowed few shot. had to fight for it to be here. They are Andrew Romeo’s 10-yard TD bash. serious shots on goal, with each team “They got that right away goal, and a good team. It’s unbelievable!” Late in the fourth quarter, the Cou- KASKIW SINKS GOAL FROM 50 YARDS taking seven shots, but only two from we just couldn’t find the net,” Canfield Cranford 1 0 1 gars rushed 86 yards on 16 plays, each becoming a threat. The 14-2-1 said. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 0 0 concluded by Vicci’s three-yard TD Raiders’ biggest threats came in the “We graduated 10 seniors last year. Cougar Boys Bury Farmers final four minutes. With constant pres- I don’t think anybody expected us to sure from senior co-captain Sarah come back, so I think something has Canfield, the Cougar defense was to be said about these girls, who are In UCT Semifinals, 2-0

Prepared By DAVID B. CORBIN Mike Curci. “I couldn’t be prouder of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times their desire and effort tonight, espe- No. 6 Cougars, No. 9 Raiders The top-seeded Cranford High cially in the second half. School boys soccer team upheld its After a scoreless first half, Cranford position by netting two goals in the turned it up a notch and was able to Duel to 1-1, OT Soccer Tie second half to oust fourth-seeded get on the scoreboard at the 53 minute CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Union in the Union County Tourna- mark when junior midfielder Connor Joey D’Annunzio and only got off a left shot that forced him to dive to his ment semifinal round at A.L. Johnson DeMars sent a beautiful ball to Alex few shots on goal. right to knock it down. As the ball in Clark on October 31. The start of Rocha up the right side, who then “Joey D’Annunzio! An absolute rolled toward Raider Zach the game was delayed about an hour served a perfect right-footed cross on tremendous job each and every time Flanzmann, Boyer scrambled just in due to a shootout in the first semifinal to a sprinting Pat Hartnett, who headed against people, who quote, unquote time to block his shot. game between second-seeded a well-placed ball into the far corner score an ‘X’ number of goals! Hartnett “Scotch Plains takes a lot of far-out Westfield and third-seeded Scotch for his county-leading 22nd goal of had one shot, two maybe. Joey takes shots. I had to be ready, on my toes, Plains-Fanwood, which was won by the season to make it 1-0. those guys and shuts them down,” the whole entire time,” Boyer said. the Blue Devils. Two minutes later, senior sweeper coach Breznitsky said. “Joey and “They hit a couple of nice balls. The “We’ve been talking about getting Pat Kaskiw set up a free kick from 45 Chris Freeman are the best combina- header they scored, there was noth- to the final for a long time, a lot of yards and struck a laser which landed tion of center backs in the state. We ing we could do about that. They hit these guys have been with me for in the right corner of the net to make David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times it 2-0. The Cougars defense did the have given up nine goals all season hard and low shots.” KEEPING PACE…Some Cougar boys keep pace in the Union County cross- three, four years, and to finally reach and one of the primary reasons is The Cougars’ most shining mo- country championship. The boys placed fourth. the championship game in the county rest, holding a talented group of Union those two guys.” ments came in the second overtime, tournament is a great feeling for ev- forwards at bay to preserve their 14th However, Hartnett nearly ended the when they out-shot the Raiders, 4-1. eryone.” said Cougar Head Coach shutout of the season. game in the final minutes of regula- “I was proud of our boys, espe- Cougar Girls Place Second, tion when he was standing alone with cially in the overtime,” coach Curci the ball near the goal and prepared to said. “I think we dominated the over- launch the ball, but Zukofsky made a time. We had some great chances, Boys Get Fourth at UC XC diving save. and you saw the determination in the “If he hit it just a little bit harder, I eyes of our players too. We had two The Cranford High School girls Place took fourth with 128 points. think he may have been able to get it strong teams. I think we both deserve cross-country team placed second and Union Catholic took second for the past Zukofsky, but the kid made a to be where we are. Hopefully, we the Cougar boys placed fourth at the boys with a 91 total and Scotch Plains- tremendous save. He made several will get a chance to meet them again, Union County championships at Fanwood took third at 116, while the big saves, and so did Boyer. I think either in the counties or the states.” Warinanco Park in Roselle on Octo- Cougars had 126 points. you saw the two best goalkeepers in “I’m looking forward to that,” ber 29. Westfield ran away with the Bridget Miller was the first Cougar the county right here.” Greaney added. “It was a great game boys’ crown, totaling 33 points, while girl to cross the line, finishing fourth Boyer, who did make several amaz- today, so it will be real fun to play Summit took the girls title with 51 with a time of 20:17. Megan Byrnes ing saves, was put to the test the most them again.” points. finished 12th with a time of 20:59. seven minutes into the game when Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 1 0 0 1 The Cougar girls with a total of 94 Katia Oltmann placed 28th with a Raider Brian Kahn drilled a right-to- Cranford 1 0 0 0 1 edged Westfield with 97, while Kent time of 21:40, Veronica Miller at 21:53 took 32nd and Rebecca Hanke crossed KDDhE/dzd,dZ 35th at 22:08. Let Us Help You Say For the boys, Cougar Will Smith WZ^Ed^ finished 18th with a time of 17:31 and John Powasnik crossed 20th at 17:35, HAPPY BIRTHDAY followed by Jeff Sun at 17:36. Roy Happy Anniversary Colicchio placed 28th with a time of 17:53, Tom Feeney placed 39th at 18:11 and Michael Cassidy finished Thank You 51st at 18:31. David B. 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1-888-999-6661 www.mitchellsupreme.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, November 5, 2009 Page 17 WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHT WESTFIELD FOOD 4 THOUGHT WF Resident Uses Only The Finest Ingredients By JAYNE BOOK SALOMON ally bake in her own home. Demand Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times for her desserts was high, so in 1995, It’s no secret that the key to deli- Mrs. Favro founded Fine Ingredients. cious baked good is the quality of the Mrs. Favro develops her own reci- ingredients. However, what may be a pes and uses only the purest ingredi- secret is that right here in Westfield, ents. The butter is imported from Ger- there is a baker who creates the finest many, and all the gelato flavorings chocolate chip cookies and biscotti are from Italy. Everything is made by using only the fin- hand. est ingredients. According to That’s why Kathy Mrs. Favro, the Favro calls her couverture choco- BLAST OFF...Sherman Feller’s photographs, which can be seen through year’s business Fine In- late (a chocolate end at Les Malamut Art Gallery in Union, were taken while motoring and hiking A CAROL FANTASY…The Continuo Arts Symphonic Chorus rehearses for its gredients, Inc. that is more than in Yellowstone National Park. The images were made with an Olympus 3000Z Carnegie Hall debut of the premiere of “A Carol Fantasy” by Stephen Edwards. Mrs. Favro’s 32 percent cocoa digital camera and printed on a Canon i850 printer. Chorus members include Westfield residents and Westfield High School students, husband, an Italian butter) is imported as well as singers from surrounding towns. Jason Klein accompanied the group, immigrant, has from Belgium. which is directed by Candace Wicke of Westfield. A preview concert will take Photographer Feller Unveils place at the Presbyterian Church in Westfield at 11 a.m. on November 21, and the owned and oper- She processes it in Carnegie Hall concert is scheduled for November 30. ated several popu- a special way to ™ lar New Jersey res- give it its sheen. The ‘Unique Yellowstone’ POPCORN taurants through- Assorted chocolate chip cookies and “My biggest out the years. Mrs. biscotti, made with finest ingredients seller is the choco- AREA – The Les Malamut Art four shows in the Scotch Plains and A Serious Man: The Unbearable Favro began bak- late-dipped Gallery will present a selection of Westfield Memorial Libraries. ing her cookies and biscotti on his biscotti,” she said. “Although the price images of Yellowstone National Park, The photographs in this exhibit were restaurants’ premises until the de- may seem high, my customers find it titled “Unique Yellowstone,” by pho- taken while motoring and hiking in Lightness of Being Confounded mands of motherhood began to make reasonable once they taste the qual- tographer Sherman Feller. Yellowstone National Park. The im- it too difficult. ity.” Each order is personalized and The exhibit will run from now ages were made with an Olympus One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Coupled with the ordinary duties a unique. A pound of non-chocolate through December 29. A reception to 3000Z digital camera and printed on a By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER it addresses issues large and small mother faces, Mrs. Favro’s were mag- biscotti or chocolate chip cookies cost meet the artist and view the photo- Canon i850 printer. Some corrections 3 popcorns with the love-hate of a scholarly and nified by the fact that her only child $20. graphs is planned for November 7, in color and contrast were made using Brooding and dark, offering light- pained insider. was a successful hockey player. She Fine Ingredients baked goods not from 1 to 4 p.m. The exhibit and Corel’s Paint Shop Pro software. ness only to artistically refract the Their depiction of the diasporic spent much of her time traveling, some- only taste delicious, but they are cre- reception are free and open to the The Les Malamut Art Gallery is tragic irony of their parable, with A Jew falls somewhere between Philip times to far-away places for his games. atively packaged, making them a public. located on the lower level of the Union Serious Man the Brothers Coen pull Roth and Woody Allen in both criti- Her time was becoming very limited. beautiful and sophisticated gift for Mr. Feller, a retired chemist, be- Public Library, located at 1980 Mor- out all the stops. Hinting, dabbling cal severity and wit, the gallows at- In 1992, she and her husband added the holidays or any occasion. came enthusiastic about photography ris Avenue in Union. It is open during and flirting at the precipice of a fatal titude extending to the closing cred- a large, beautiful, and fully equipped Those interested can speak to Mrs. as a teenager, learning about it from regular library hours and is handi- vision in nearly everything they’ve its, when they assure that “No Jews commercial kitchen onto their Favro personally to place unique or- books and magazines. He used a capped accessible. For further infor- done to date, this treatise on the were hurt in the making of this mo- Westfield home. This provided the ders at (800) 522-1650 or visit the simple box camera, developed his mation, call (908) 276-6656 or visit unfairness of being is their blackest tion picture.” solution. Now, she could profession- website, FineIngredients.com. own film and contact prints in the the gallery’s website, yet. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t An inspired chutzpah mixes reve- basement of his home in Richmond lesmalamutartgallery.web.officelive.com. funny. latory lyrics by Jefferson Airplane Hill, Queens. Individuals interested in joining the In fact, the incredibility of what with Talmudic lore. His enthusiasm grew in 1953 when gallery’s board of directors can con- befalls their Job-like protagonist All of which makes for an alter- NJWA Continues Program he entered the U.S. Army and spent a tact Barbara Wirkus at never fails to get us near giddy in nately frightening and cathartically year in Japan photographing people [email protected]. omigod astonishment. Poor Profes- humorous, funhouse ride through For Special-Needs Families and landscapes. Three of his photo- sor Larry Gopnik, portrayed by Jewish American culture. Every one graphs won awards in military con- Author Reveals Michael Stuhlbarg, cannot catch the of the existential biggies is covered, WESTFIELD – The Music Con- into this next session of the program. tests. After leaving the Army and proverbial break. What’s even worse, ranging from if there’s a G-d and nection, an instrumental program for The Music Connection is designed moving to New Jersey, he continued ‘BREAKTHROUGH’ no one really cares…at least no one whether he cares about us, to love, special-needs families, is a unique for students, ages 6 and above, who his interest in photography. WESTFIELD – Local Chatham au- on this Earth. His fate seems as im- marriage, family, duty and organized opportunity for parents and children are neurologically, developmentally He set up a darkroom and became thor Ann Tufariello announced the re- mutable as the laws of physics he religion. Relative unknowns help to study a musical instrument to- and/or physically handicapped. Each proficient in the processing of color lease of her middle-grade fantasy novel, teaches. make real the foundering victims. gether. student must have a music partner, a prints and slides, as well as black and “The Breakthrough.” Ms. Tufariello On the eve of this tale – preceded Michael Stuhlbarg is quietly su- Following a successful introduc- dedicated adult who will attend all white enlargements. He was espe- will sign books at The Town Book by an ominous, Yiddishe prologue/ perb as Professor Larry Gopnik, the tion in the spring, the New Jersey lessons and will practice daily with cially involved in photographing his Store in Westfield on Saturday, No- playlet set in an Eastern European schmaltz-ridden, ethnocentric Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) is the student. Lessons are given weekly growing family. vember 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. shtetl – the prof’s ducks are in sad equivalent of Donald Sutherland’s presently interviewing and evaluat- for 30 or 45 minutes, depending upon Mr. Feller has been active with the The novel evolved from a series of disarray. Seated at the loveless din- agonizing WASP (Calvin Jarrett) in ing potential students for admission the needs of the family. Unique Vision Workshop for several bedtime stories told to her kids after the ner table, it is apparent that, whether Ordinary People (1980). Whereas Current students are studying vio- years. This group focuses on fine art family visited a Labor Day carnival in he knows it or not, he leads a life of Larry tries to find solutions within ‘Four Seasons’ lin, viola, trumpet, piano, clarinet, photography and is associated with Mendham. quiet desperation. In fact, he isn’t the catacombs of his heritage, alto sax, oboe and snare drum. Stu- the New Jersey Photography Forum. In “The Breakthrough,” older brother leading it at all, but being wafted by Calvin’s canon initially persuades Documents PF History dents pay no tuition, and the NJWA He has exhibited more than a dozen Michael plucks 13-year old Jack from its impersonal whims. him to deny there is a problem. PLAINFIELD – The Plainfield will loan band and orchestral instru- photographs in their annual shows. the clutches of a riptide. When Michael We immediately take it on faith, But there is. And after much ado, Public Library will open its fourth ments to them at no cost. However, Positive responses from viewers, pho- slides into a coma, Jack can’t live with not caring what Larry’s done or failed both men ultimately wend their way, annual Plainfield Photograph Exhi- parents will pay an adjusted fee. tographers and critics have inspired the guilt. He wanders to a carnival and to do, that wife Judith (Sari Lennick) satisfactorily or not, through the bition with a free reception and awards Participation in the program can him to plan solo exhibits. He has had sneaks into a hot air balloon basket. is an unremitting shrew, a heartless shocking rigors of ordeal. Thus, presentation on November 7, from 1 benefit the student in many ways. Without warning, the balloon lifts into harridan. His teenaged children, while ethos may dictate how one to 3 p.m. in the library’s Anne Louise Numerous academic studies have Lucky 13 Performs At the air, transporting Jack to the fourth Danny (Aaron Wolff) and Sarah (Jes- faces this ungracious rite of passage, Davis Room. shown that playing a musical instru- dimensional planet of Venus. sica McManus), are no better…the we get the egalitarian notion that, no This year’s theme, “Four Seasons ment enhances academic perfor- Watchung Arts Center When a Venusian gives Jack a magic selfish wastrels. The bombshell is, matter one’s legacy, when it comes in Plainfield,” was met with enthusi- mance and brain development. WATCHUNG – The Watchung Arts crystal to heal his brother, Jack thinks Judith wants a divorce. to life’s major mysteries, A Serious astic response from 21 contributors Music Connection students have Center continues the fourth season of his problems are solved, but they are Our first reaction is “Great!” How- Man must decide his own answers. who entered 86 images of Plainfield. successfully been mainstreamed into its award-winning concert series “Pow- just beginning. Soon, Jack finds him- ever, whether it’s because this is the * * * The amateur and professional photo- their school ensembles. This inno- erful Women of Song” by presenting self trapped on Pluto, a planet con- midwest and it’s the 1960s, or there’s A Serious Man, rated R, is a Focus graphs capture a variety of views of vative program also focuses on en- the pop-folk trio Lucky 13 on Satur- trolled by the tyrant Danko. Danko something we haven’t been apprised Features release directed by Ethan Plainfield in color and black and hancing self-esteem, pride in day, November 7, at the Watchung learns of the crystal and will stop at of yet, Larry is decimated. Adding Coen and Joel Coen, and stars white. achievement and provides families Arts Center at 18 Stirling Road. nothing to seize it and ultimately con- insult to injury, Judith wants hubby Michael Stuhlbarg, Richard Kind and The exhibit can be seen in the with a joint activity to share. En- Doors will open at 7:30 p.m., and trol earth. to make nice and speak with wid- Sari Lennick. Running time: 105 library’s Anne Louise Davis Gallery sembles are available when students the concert begins at 8 p.m. Admis- ower Sy Ableman (Fred Melamed), minutes. through the end of December. All 86 are ready. sion is $21 on line and $23 at the door. Playhouse’s Workshops his heir apparent. Wait, there’s more. entries will be digitized and indexed Due to present financial restrictions, Tickets can be purchased online by At work, the tenure committee has Arts Guild Exhibits for access via the library’s website. placement in the program is limited. going to lucky13.eventbrite.com. Help Young Actors been deep in deliberation. Under dis- Images from the first three exhibits However, the NJWA is seeking indi- Lucky 13 unites the talents of Cathy NEW BRUNSWICK – The George cussion is whether that golden halo Works on MOOLAH may be found at: vidual or corporate sponsors so that it Kreger, Marci Geller and Susan Street Playhouse Academy is offering a assuring perpetual job security in RAHWAY – Arts Guild New Jersey plainfieldlibrary.info/ can continue providing this service DeVita. The trio was formed after the selection of workshops from Decem- the ivory tower of academia will be (formerly The Arts Guild of Rahway) as_artsexhibits.html and possibly expand the Music Con- three singer/songwriters appeared on ber 29 to 31. Each one-day session will granted. Per a fellow prof who presents MOOLAH – An Art Exhibit The goals of the contest are to nection to include more families. a compilation CD of the same name run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and would be doubles as little bird in the know, it About Money – from November 13 to document Plainfield history, to rec- The Music Connection is currently released by Sonic Underground. beneficial for a student who wants to could go either way. Hmm…seems December 11 in Rahway. ognize local talent, and to build the funded, in part, by donations from The Powerful Women of Song Se- sharpen his or her skills for their school’s some anonymous ne’er-do-well has The opening reception is Sunday, Plainfield Public Library’s Historic The Westfield Foundation, The Tar- ries is presented by Ahrre Maros, spring show. been sending defamatory letters. November 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. Admis- Photograph collection, which con- get Corporation and The Westfield owner of Ahrre’s Coffee Roastery in The workshops surround how to Gosh, maybe it has to do with the sion is free, and the exhibit is open to sists of 20,000 area photographs taken Service League. The Music Connec- Westfield and host of the award win- employ humor, improvisation, props, bribe – an envelope full of hundred the public. Light refreshments will be from 1840 to the present. tion will be held at the NJWA studios ning Coffee With Conscience Con- character creation and costuming into dollar bills – a Korean pupil offered served. The library is located at 800 Park at 150-152 East Broad Street in cert Series in Westfield. performances. For further information Dr. Gopnik in return for a passing MOOLAH features artworks by Jean Avenue, between 8th and 9th streets. Westfield. To learn more, call (908) To learn more, visit or to enroll, contact the George Street grade. More problems mount, not the Brasile, Ben Colebrook, Joy Drury Cox, To learn more, call (908) 757-1111, 789-9696, visit the NJWA studios or watchungarts.org, call (9080 412-9105 Playhouse Education Department at least of which is Larry’s brother, Marc Dos Santos, Lisa Ficarelli- extension 129. view njworkshopforthearts.com. or send an e-mail to [email protected]. (732) 846-2895, extension. 115. Arthur (Richard Kind), an unem- Halpern, Tracie Fracasso, Adrienne ployed nebbish with unrealized math- Heath-Stiefel, Max Infeld, John PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ematical abilities bunking on the Kirchner, Steve Lambert, Alex NOTICE OF IN REM FORECLOSURE OF TAX LIEN TITLES couch. Judith wants them both gone. Lockwood, Anne Schiffer, MiYoung SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION Chief among the confounding per- Sohn, Hanna Von Goeler, Bill DOCKET NO. F-39970-09 plexities that form the “car-accident Westheimer and Tammy Wofsey. THE BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH, A Municipal Corporation of the State of New Jersey TAKE NOTICE that an action In Rem has been commenced in the Superior Court of New Jersey, by the filing of a complaint on July 29, 2009, to foreclose and forever bar any attraction” of this curiously uncon- These days, in one of the direst eco- and all rights of redemption of the parcels of land described in the Tax Foreclosure List below from plaintiff’s tax lien titles. ventional film is Larry’s stalwartness, nomic climates of people’s lifetimes, 1. The action is brought against the land only, and no personal judgment may be entered. or at least what poses as such. To one thing on the minds of many people 2. Any person desiring to protect a right, title or interest in the described land and/or any parcel thereof by redemption or to contest plaintifff’s right to foreclose, must do so by paying coin from the vernacular of the era, is money. the amount required to redeem as set forth below, plus interest to the date of redemption, and such costs as the court may allow, prior to the entry of judgment therein, or by filing an answer to the complaint setting forth the defendant’s defense, within forty-five (45) days after the date of publication of this notice. he just keeps on trucking. But darn if MOOLAH brings together artists 3. In the event of failure to redeem or answer by any person having the right to redeem or answer, such person shall be forever barred and foreclosed of all his right, title and interest he’s really that brave, crazy or stu- who have created original artworks on and equity of redemption in and to the parcels of land described in the following tax foreclosure list. pid. We’d like to think he figures in the subject by either creating images 4. Following is a copy of the tax foreclosure list showing the lands against which this action is brought. some grand, epiphanic scheme. based on currency or coin of this and BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH Amount of tax liens This is cinematic poetry – abstract other countries, or by altering or ma- Description of Land Date of accruing subsequent to Amount Required Name of Owner Estimated amount and obscure for us to figure out. nipulating actual paper currency or coins As it appears on Tax Recording Amount of tax sale, interest to Redeem as of appears on last to redeem as of While admittedly their most auto- or including images of actual currency Schedule Duplicate and Certificate Certificate No. Date of Tax Sale Book and Page Sale and costs 8/31/09 Tax Duplicate 10/31/2009 biographical work, although only the in their work. 1 67 Locust Drive 90-8 12/12/1990 4/25/1997 $ 25.55 $ 448.83 $ 477.37 Unknown $487.60 Block 96 Lot 18 MB6233/0073 stencil of a predominantly Jewish To learn more, call (732) 381-7511 2 67 Arbor Street 90-9 12/12/1990 4/25/1997 $ 36.11 $ 844.66 $ 850.65 Unknown $ 906.27 Minneapolis suburb is based in fact, or e-mail [email protected]. Block 100 Lot 12 MB6233-0075 3 385 Coolidge Dr. Rear 75-2 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 125.80 $ 5,416.19 $ 5,448.17 Unknown $ 5,685.94 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Block 101 Lot 26 M12496/0457 4 385 Coolidge Dr. Rear 756-1 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 265.07 $ 6,646.58 $ 6,678.56 Unknown $ 7,070.90 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Block 101 Lot 27 M12496/0461 COUNTY OF UNION 5 385 Coolidge Dr. Rear 75-3 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 380.97 $ 7,412.76 $ 7,823.72 Unknown $ 7,957.50 Block 101 Lot 28 M12496/0463 TAKE NOTICE That pursuant to Resolution No. 143-09, adopted by the Township 6 385 Coolidge Dr. Rear 75-4 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 473.82 $ 8,248.17 $ 8,278.16 Unknown $ 8,895.96 Council of the Township of Scotch Plains on October 27, 2009 that the undersigned will Block 101 Lot 29 M12496-0465 expose for sale at Public Auction, in accordance with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and 7 379 Coolidge Dr. Rear 90-10 12/12/1990 4/25/1997 $ 269.96 $ 8,114.81 $ 8,444.74 Unknown $ 8,634.79 locations specified below, the following motor vehicles which came into the possession Block 101 Lot 30 MB6233-0077 of the Scotch Plains Police Department through abandonment or failure of owners to 8 359 Coolidge Dr. Rear 90-11 12/12/1990 4/25/1997 $ 231.28 $ 6,663.76 $ 6,944.01 Unknown $ 7,099.89 claim same. Block 101 Lot 35 MB6233-0079 All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no 9 355 Coolidge Dr. Rear 58-17 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 193.13 $ 4,291.13 $ 4,507.24 Unknown $ 4,593.21 representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Minimum bid for each Block 101 Lot 36 M12496/0467 vehicle will be all towing and storage fees due to the towing agency. 10 355 Coolidge Dr. Rear 58-16 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 193.13 $ 4,156.86 $ 4,371.98 Unknown $ 4,454.84 Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at Block 101 Lot 37 M12496/0469 time of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. 11 351 Coolidge Dr. Rear 58-15 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 193.13 $ 4,156.86 $ 4,371.98 Unknown $ 4,454.84 The public auction shall be held on November 11, 2009 in accordance with the laws of Block 101 Lot 38 M12496-0471 the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. 12 347 Coolidge Dr. Rear 58-14 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 539.06 $ 12,657.82 $ 13,261.85 Unknown $ 13,510.58 The following vehicles may be examined at Ace Service Center, 1509 Front Street, Block 101 Lot 39 M12496/0473 Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 9:15 am. Public Auction will commence at 9:30 am. 13 341 Coolidge Dr. Rear 86-1 2/3/1987 5/22/2008 $ 56.46 $ 15,465.45 $ 15,628.86 Unknown $ 15,972.52 Block 101 Lot 40 M12496-0485 MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID 14 67 So. 14th Street 69-3 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 435.70 $ 7,431.30 $ 7,898.98 Unknown $ 8,036.48 Honda 1996 1HGCD5660TA119936 $4050.00 Block 11 3 Lot 32 M12496/0475 The following vehicles may be examined at Plains Auto Body, 2368 Beryllium Road, 15 56 So. 2lst Street 90-12 12/12/1990 4/25/1997 $ 222.21 $ 7,715.01 $ 7,772.98 Unknown $ 8,176.61 Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 10:15 pm. Public Auction will commence at 10:30 pm.. Block 116 Lot 6 MB6233/0081 16 56 So. 24th Street 69-2 9/28/1983 5/22/2008 $ 145.07 $ 1,516.14 $ 1,665.20 Unknown $ 1,689.72 MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID Block 119 Lot 14 M12496/0477 Infinity 1992 JNKNG01C2NM202119 $4170.00 Nancy L. Nichols, Tax Collector of the Borough of Kenilworth, Union County, State of New Jersey. I hereby certify that the foregoing schedule of tax sale certificates are eligible The following vehicles may be examined at Franks Auto Repair, 56 Martine Avenue, for foreclosure. Fanwood, New Jersey at 11:15 pm. Public Auction will commence at 11:30 pm.. NOTE: THE AMOUNT TO REDEEM CHANGES DAILY. PLEASE CONTACT THE TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE AT (908) 276-6272 FOR THE EXACT AMOUNT TO REDEEM. KEITH A. BONCHI, ESQUIRE MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID GOLDENBERG, MACKLER, SAYEGH, MINTZ, PFEFFER, BONCHI & GILL Honda 1991 1HGCB7162MA058860 $3720.00 Attorneys for Plaintiff Dated: Oct 27, 2009 Barbra Riepe, Township Clerk 660 New Road, Suite 1A 1 T - 11/5/09, The Times Fee: $56.10 1 T - 11/5/09, Leader Northfield, New Jersey 08225 Fee: $191.76 Page 18 Thursday, November 5, 2009 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Tragedy Brings ‘Replacement Child’ Into Elizabeth Family’s Life By MARYLOU MORANO cussed, “replacement child syndrome,” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times in which parents purposely have an- New Jersey Ballet Pays Tribute WESTFIELD – When a plane other child as a substitute for one they crashed into her Elizabeth home in have lost. 1952, Florence Mandel had to decide The salvation of her parents, for many which of her two young daughters to years, Ms. Mandel was lost to herself. To Late Assemblyman Muñoz save. Believing she could make it back “For a long time, I could not MORRISTOWN – This Saturday, litical leader. With this in mind, the Riddles of Turandot by celebrated Chi- inside to rescue 7-year-old Donna, Mrs. remember much about my childhood at November 7, at 8 p.m. marks the start of New Jersey Ballet has put together a nese-American choreographer Nai-Ni Mandel first grabbed 2-and-a-half-year- all, and I think that’s because I felt it New Jersey Ballet’s 15th season at The virtual world tour of dance to honor his Chen. old Linda and raced with her down the wasn’t an important part of my family’s Community Theatre in Morristown. The The evening will also include a pair stairs to the street. story, and so [it was] insignificant,” said company will dedicate this opening of major encore presentations from the Physically restrained from reenter- Ms. Mandel. night to the memory of the late Eric recent past: Guajira, by Cuban-born ing the building, Mrs. Mandel was Writing “Replacement Child” gave Muñoz, a longtime Summit resident choreographer Pedro Ruiz, and March forced to abandon her oldest child, who the author a new perspective of herself who served as Assemblyman for the by Broadway dancer/emerging chore- perished in the flames. and her family, and of the tragedy that 21st District for eight years and on the ographer James Kinney. A horrific tragedy, a decision no par- ultimately brought her into their lives. board of New Jersey Ballet for nearly Rounding out the evening, New Jer- ent should ever have to make and a “The great thing about writing this 18 years. sey Ballet (NJB) will perform its popu- daughter conceived to be a “replace- book was that I finally did see that I A professor of surgery at the Univer- lar pas de deux (dance for two), Para ment” for her lost sister are the basis for helped my mother recover from a de- sity of Medicine and Dentistry of Dois. Choreographed by NJB dancer “Replacement Child,” a memoir writ- pression that may have swallowed her, some of the issues replacement chil- New Jersey (UMDNJ) and a trauma Junio Teixeira, Para Dois is based on ten by former Cranford resident Judy and [I] was a friend to my sister Linda dren deal with throughout life. surgeon at University Hospital in New- Brazilian street dancing. Mandel. when she needed one most. I now be- For example, she feels that parents ark, Dr. Muñoz dedicated his life to In addition to the dance program, the A story of hope and heartbreak, “Re- lieve I did help them all by coming into should have ample time to grieve for medicine, child welfare and the arts. tribute to Dr. Muñoz will include an on- placement Child” is a gripping narra- their lives,” she said. the lost child. She also feels they should His sudden and untimely death follow- stage presentation and a post-perfor- tive of the crash of American Airlines Both of Ms. Mandel’s parents – as avoid any secrecy about the older sib- ing cardiac surgery this March shocked mance gala reception with Dr. Muñoz’s Flight 6780 into 310 Williamson Street well as her sister, who faced her own ling and his or her death. and saddened millions of people who widow, Assemblywoman Nancy and the trials and triumphs of Ms. challenges for more than 50 years after “Many of us [replacement children] benefited from his work. Muñoz (R-21st District), and several of Mandel’s family in the aftermath of the the fire – are now deceased. feel an intense responsibility to live up “Eric Muñoz was an energetic and their children. firestorm. loyal individual who inspired so many Eric Muñoz For tickets, call the box office at The book also brings to the forefront “The great thing about writing this book was that I finally did see that I helped people. And [he was] a true friend of the (October 14, 1947 – March 30, 2009) (973) 539-8008 or visit mayoarts.org. the well documented, but little dis- my mother recover from a depression that may have swallowed her, and [I] was Ballet,” said New Jersey Ballet Direc- a friend to my sister Linda when she needed one most. I now believe I did help tor Carolyn Clark as she announced the memory. The program will include them all by coming into their lives,” she said. program. “stops” in ancient China, rural Cuba, Legend Dionne Warwick ~Former Cranford resident Judy Mandel Dr. Muñoz’s great pride in his Puerto urban Brazil, classical Russia and con- Rican heritage inspired in him a pas- temporary America. “In a way, [writing “Replacement to the potential of the child that died – sionate interest in the diverse cultures One of the highlights of the evening To Perform at UCPAC Child”] was a way to keep my family I know I did,” she explained. he encountered as a physician and po- will be the world premiere of The Three RAHWAY – Known as the artist Hal David. with me. Now, they live on only in this Ms. Mandel started her writing ca- who “bridged the gap,” Dionne In all, Warwick, Bacharach, and book since my sister passed away this reer as a reporter for The Hartford Warwick’s music transcended race, David racked up 30 hit singles, in- summer,” she said. Courant. She has been an advertising culture, and musical boundaries; for cluding “Do You Know The Way To “On the other hand, I’ve learned so copywriter, corporate marketing direc- more than four decades, she has es- San Jose,” “Message To Michael,” much about myself and my own jour- tor and freelance writer, and has worked 6/*0/
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Proprietors Didier and Edith Jouvenet look forward to sharing their Westfield restaurant, Chez Catherine, and its exciting seasonal menus with new and old friends and family from all over New Jersey and the surrounding area.

The late Catherine Bordeaux, the gracious grande dame who started and owned Chez Catherine, passed her legacy of fine French Cuisine to her dear friends, the Jouvenets some years ago that has continued now for over 30 years in downtown Westfield.

Didier and Edith have always said from the beginning, “Our vision for Chez Catherine has never faltered. We want to provide a wonderful, total dining experience for our guests, from the first greeting, to the last sip of their favorite beverage. We believe and know we’re offering diners the same quality cuisine and service found at the best New York City restaurants.”

Chez Catherine…truly, a jewel of France in the heart of Westfield!

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