Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, February 1, 2018 OUR 128th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2018 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR New Municipal Judge Sworn In, Appointments Announced

By CHRISTINA M. HINKE Mayor Brindle said. “Westfield resi- Ms. Gibbons is a fellow alum of the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader dents, fairness and efficiency” were University of West Virginia, the WESTFIELD — Parag Patel was some of the other criteria considered, mayor’s alma mater. Robert Bohrod appointed as municipal judge for a she said. Mayor Brindle also noted was appointed as public defender for three-year term Tuesday at the town that Mr. Patel’s wife is a teacher in a one-year term, replacing Gavin council meeting. Judge Patel was Edison, where his two sons attend Handwerker. Mr. Bohrod currently is sworn in by Union County Superior school, and that Mr. Patel is a Cub the public defender in Millburn and Court Judge James Hely. A Westfield Scout leader for his sons’ troops. maintains a private practice in Cran- resident, Judge Patel also serves as a The town had sent out a request for ford. municipal court judge in Edison, and proposals for prosecutor, public de- Thomas Jardim, former mayor of is a tax attorney at Patel Law Offices fender and town attorney, as well as Westfield from 1997 to 2000, was in Clark. Mr. Patel will replace mu- the judge. appointed as town attorney, for a one- nicipal judge Brenda Coppola Cuba, Yvette Gibbons was appointed as year term. who was appointed as a prosecutor in municipal prosecutor for a one-year A group of about 50 residents, 2000 and then judge in 2003. term, replacing Prosecutor Anthony mostly with a law background, served Having a Westfield connection was Prieto. A former deputy attorney gen- on an independent review committee one of the qualifiers for choosing the eral for the State of New Jersey, she that reviewed the proposals that were judge, Mayor Shelley Brindle said. currently has her own private prac- submitted to the town and then rec- “Parag...checked all the boxes,” tice. Mayor Brindle also noted that ommended the appointment of the municipal prosecutor and the public defender, Mayor Brindle said. “I wasn’t in the room when these decisions were made. I wanted to be as objective as possible,” Mayor Brindle said. The mayor said she expects to con- tinue the process each year. Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader “It is a way to keep people on their HIS HONOR...Parag Patel, center, was appointed as Westfield Municipal Judge for a three-year term Tuesday at the town toes,” she said. council meeting. Judge Patel was sworn in by Union County Superior Court Judge James Hely, left. He stands with his family, In her opening remarks, Mayor pictured left to right, wife Sonal, and sons Deven and Dhillon. Judge Patel replaces Brenda Cuba, who also was serving as Brindle announced that Patricia the Municipal Court Presiding Judge. Hanigan was elected chairwoman of the Downtown Westfield Corpora- tion (DWC) Board of Directors, the management entity of the town’s Spe- Historic Preservation Comm. cial Improvement District (SID). Frederick Danser, III was appointed as labor counsel; Jonathan Drill of Stickel, Koenig, Sullivan and Drill Recommends Subdivision Denial

Sarah McGrail for The Westfield Leader was selected as special affordable- GO BLUE DEVILS!...The Westfield High School football team was honored by housing counsel and the law firm of By MICHAEL BONACCORSO recommendation with a 9-to-2 vote. drew Stillufsen. the board of education at the January 23 meeting. The team has a 37-game winning Rogut McCarthy of Cranford was Specially Written for The Westfield Leader The application prompted commis- Mr. Stillufsen said there is no sub- streak including three consecutive New Jersey State Championships. appointed as bond counsel. WESTFIELD — The Westfield sion discussion on financing solu- floor beneath and no installations. Also, Mayor Brindle announced Historic Preservation Commission tions for homeowners to protect his- When a cold front moved in several that Liz Jeffery, a Westfield resident, (HPC) this week recommended the toric sites moving forward. weeks ago the kitchen was 40 degrees Resident Questions had agreed to volunteer as chief eco- proposed subdivision application for The property is pre-Revolutionary, Fahrenheit. The money from the prop- nomic development advisor, a role in 667 Fourth Avenue “as presented be dating back to 1763, when Matthias erty sale to a developer will be uti- which Ms. Jeffery will establish an denied for the reasons set forth Sayre purchased a 55-acre lot, stated lized to “resolve the home’s quirks,” Transparency of Board economic development vision for through the discussions of the HPC HPC commissioner Robert Wendal. Mr. Stillufsen said. Westfield. Ms. Jeffery also is an eco- and the testimony of the applicant.” “Captain Sayre” was a Continental “(It) sets a precedent to preserve a By MICHAEL BONACCORSO influenced? Not one centimeter. Mary nomic development consultant for At Monday night’s hearing, HPC Army wagon master, with the prop- historic home,” said Mr. Stillufsen, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader would not sell our town out for $500,” CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 commission members approved the erty being important to Westfield’s describing a relationship between his- CRANFORD — At last Wednes- Deputy Mayor Ann Dooley re- relevance as “the crossroads of the toric homeowners and the town to day night’s planning board meeting, sponded. Revolution,” Mr. Wendal stated. preserve historic homes. resident Jim Carvalho said he had Ms. Dooley said she ran against Cranford Begins Review “The property was raided by the “I cannot find a connection how concerns with planning board mem- Ms. O’Connor and she never once British with Sayre’s silver, linen, and this lot sale will go to fix the home,” bers not originally filing financial would question her integrity. The “in- finest hat stolen,” Mr. Wendal ex- HPC commissioner Neil Acito re- disclosure forms. He questioned house engineering model” versus con- Of Municipal Budget plained. sponded. board members’ listed or not-listed tracting an “outsourced” engineering In 1822, prominent Westfield mer- Mr. Acito said the logical rationale real-estate interests, and noted that firm was at the crux of their campaign By MICHAEL BONACCORSO Ms. Dooley said lounge chairs at chant Samuel Downer, Jr. purchased would be the profits from a lot sale Maser Consulting contributed to debates, stated Ms. Dooley. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the indoor facility could be a good the property. Mr. Downer was instru- would go to paying down the rest of a Commissioner Mary O’Connor’s Ms. Dooley said she remains firm CRANFORD — Mayor Thomas addition to enhance membership and mental in the proliferation of the rail- pre-existing mortgage and cannot be campaign. on the township committee’s integ- H. Hannen, Jr. and township commit- member involvement. road which has made “downtown guaranteed to fix the historic land- “You guys have incredible power. rity. When Maser Consulting was tee members on Saturday reviewed Municipal Engineer William Masol Westfield a strong business center,” mark as promised. You affect all of our lives,” said Mr. approved for contracts, “never once major budget categories as part of the said that hiring an assistant engineer stated Mr. Wendal. Mr. Acito said if the applicant is Carvalho while emphasizing the im- did it occur to me” campaign contri- 2018 municipal spending plan. The could increase department efficiency. “We love our house and that it is declaring financial hardship as a rea- pact the planning board has on the butions were in the township review included meeting with seven The addition would be financially historic. We love (that) you feel like son for subdivision, understanding community. committee’s decision process,” Ms. municipal department heads over the prudent given less external engineers you are going back to 1763. That is the financial complexities involved Mr. Carvalho said Maser Consult- Dooley stated. course of a four-hour-long meeting. would have to be paid during projects, why we are subdividing it,” said ap- seem relevant. ing donated $500 to Commissioner All planning board members have The meeting helps determine ap- Mr. Masol added. plicant and current homeowner An- CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 O’Connor’s campaign. Maser Con- now filed required financial disclo- propriate 2018 budget measures, as- Mr. Masol said during January the sulting is an engineering firm that has sure forms, Mr. Carvalho stated. Mr. sessing how much each department engineering department revenue to- been awarded service contracts by Carvalho said he was happy to see the was given in total funds in 2017, the taled 25 percent of his salary, not the township. change, but said board members actual amount spent under or over including inspection revenue col- “Do I not believe she could be CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 budget, and assessed dollars needed lected. He proposed hiring an intern for 2018. to do what may seem more “menial One budget report contained the tasks,” but are important to depart- public pools as one category and rec- ment efficiency. The intern was pro- reation and parks in another. The six posed as an addition to an assistant other budget presentation categories engineer. The proposed internship included the police, fire and health would be for college engineering stu- departments, engineering, planning dents, spanning from May until late and zoning boards, and buildings and August, totaling an estimated $16,000 grounds. in compensation. Recreation and Parks Director Mr. Giblin stated his concerns with Steve Robertazzi stated efforts are overcompensation. He suggested a being made to analyze why public middle ground between competitive pool membership is down. A review pay and making the compensation of the pools marketing plan, fee struc- reasonable. Mr. Giblin said a reduced tures, membership enrollment period, internship time period to see how and ways to enhance members’ expe- necessary the time period is per rience is underway, stated Deputy workflow may be best, suggesting Courtesy of Ken Donnelly Mayor Ann Dooley. starting with an eight-week intern- BOY SCOUTS ADVENTURE...Cub Scout Pack 171 from Wilson Elementary School participate in the Klondike Derby Trek Scouting event at Watchung The pools membership base is 75 ship. Reservation on Saturday. Pictured, from left to right, are: fifth-graders Brendan percent Cranford residents and 25 Ms. Dooley said Mr. Masol may be Mueller, Cole Mueller, Zach Latessa, Logan Peterson, Carson Donnelly, Nick percent non-Cranford residents, Mr. correct in his financial assumptions Cassara and Brenton Hatch. Robertazzi said. Councilman Patrick when looking at possible workloads Giblin said enhancing facilities with associated with the QuickChek, PAGE INDEX Wifi could be an incentive for parents WaWa, Hartz Mountain and Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 16-17 Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader who work from home to join, as they Birchwood projects. SQUAD MILESTONE...The Cranford First Aid Squad was honored by the Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-14 township committee January 23 for celebrating its 65th anniversary. Pictured, could multi-task work and parental Department of Public Works Su- Police ...... 15 Real Estate .... 9-18 Squad President Kent Lucas receives a proclamation from Mayor Thomas obligations. perintendent Steve Wardell said an Community ... 6-7, 16 Classifieds ..... 15 Hannen, Jr., as Captain Kailyn Grant, second from right, and Recording Secre- “Parents could catch up on work as expected evolution he plans to see in Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 17-18 tary Sue Lucas look on. their kids have fun,” Mr. Giblin said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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Freeholder Board Appoints Ed Oatman as County Mgr.

By PAUL J. PEYTON residents of Union County,” Mr. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Oatman said in a statement released by COUNTY — The Union County the county’s public information office. Board of Chosen Freeholders last “I look forward to continuing the vi- Thursday appointed Ed Oatman of sion and course of action the free- Woodbridge as the 12th county man- holder board has set, and to deliver the ager in a 7-to-1 vote. He will replace best possible services to our residents. Alfred Faella of Mountainside, who is It is an honor to serve the public in this retiring after nearly seven years in the position.” job. The appointment is effective Roselle resident Anthony Esposito Thursday, March 1. questioned the process According to a county used to hire Mr. Oatman press release, Mr. saying written county David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Oatman, 42, has more policy requires estab- Fred T. Rossi for The Westfield Leader THANK YOU...Lorre Korecky stopped by the office of The Westfield Leader last than 16 years of gov- lishment of a county DEMONSTRATING THEIR SKILLS...Boy Scout troops from around the area Thursday on her last day as the Westfield Public Schools’ community relations ernmental experience. manager citizens selec- took part in the annual Klondike Derby last Saturday in the Watchung Reserva- coordinator, to thank the paper’s staff, including assignment editor Paul Peyton He assumes responsibil- tion committee which is tion, which was transformed into the Yukon region and allowed Scouts to (holding last week’s edition). Mrs. Korecky officially retired Thursday. ity for the day-to-day to includes freeholders demonstrate their Scouting skills. operations and budget as well as community of a 21-municipality members. “I don’t think government with ap- you followed the guide- Historic Preservation proximately 2,800 full- lines,” he said, adding Municipal Court Appts. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 time employees. that “you’re not practic- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “You can’t say it costs so much and Hehl, said from a planning and zon- Mr. Oatman has ing good government.” Fanwood. this crosswalk for her commute to not show me how you’re going to do ing legal definition the door facing served as chief of staff “You all voted on it at Three new committees also were work and said it is challenging to it,” Mr. Acito said. Chestnut Street is the property’s front for Senator Nicholas your organization meet- established. The Technology Advi- wave four lanes of traffic to stop in Mr. Stillufsen said he was not com- yard. Scutari for the past six ing (on January 7),” Mr. sory Council will be tasked with con- order to cross the roadway. The Pub- fortable or found it inappropriate to “My front door is on Chestnut where years and for Assem- Ed Oatman Esposito said. ducting a technology assessment of lic Safety, Transportation and Park- discuss personal financial matters my mailbox is. Our American flag is blyman James Kennedy “We know this guy is town hall and the town; a Town Hall ing Committee has the crosswalk on publicly, a sentiment supported by on Chestnut and so is our wreath,” (D-22nd, Rahway) for politically connected. Events Committee and a Special and its agenda, Town Administrator Jim HPC commissioner Michael Fisher. Mr. Stillufsen said. the past two years. He was the Union So what,” he added. Adaptive Needs Committee will as- Gildea said. The police department “I would feel uncomfortable,” said Mr. Acito said the front door would County campaign coordinator for He questioned Mr. Oatman’s expe- sess different areas to ensure Westfield recently recommended the installa- Commissioner Fisher, responding to be Fourth Avenue as Chestnut Street Governor Phil Murphy and previously rience in leading the county workforce. is inclusive and ADA compliant, tion of flashing beacons, and the com- hearing an answer to Mr. Acito’s ques- did not exist for 100 years until after served as chief of staff for former “How many people does a chief of Mayor Brindle said. mittee is to take it under review, Mr. tion to Mr. Stillufsen regarding future the home was built. Mr. Wendal said Assemblywoman Linda Stender from staff manage?” he asked. He suggested Additionally, the town is searching Gildea said. capital disbursement from the lot sale Fourth Avenue was the road connect- 2002 to 2006. the board ignored county policy as the for a part-time public information Councilman Michael Dardia said and the current mortgage situation. ing to modern-day Elizabeth or He is a partner in Parktowne Associ- appointment was “already a done deal.” officer to coordinate communications the Public Safety, Transportation and Mr. Acito said not only is the home “Elizabethtown,” a major port city. ates, a small business focusing on po- Garwood resident Bruce Paterson of town departments on behalf of the Parking Committee reviewed a pro- historic, but so is the property’s soil. “I lived in a historic district of litical consulting and community and also questioned the appointment. “He town and social media. The town will posed renovation to Lot 7, which He said a water well is a historic Westfield for 20 years. The costs as- governmental affairs. Mr. Oatman has has no experience at county manage- accept applications until Friday, Feb- borders North Avenue, Lenox and structure and the soil can hold his- sociated with up keeping a 50-year- a Bachelor of Science degree in Politi- ment or even the county,” Mr. Pater- ruary 9. Central Avenues. The committee dis- toric value. A Revolutionary cannon- old home is a lot, let alone a 300-year- cal Science from Kean University. He son stated. During resident comment, Allison cussed the beautification of the mu- ball and prehistoric animal bones have old one,” said Kimball Avenue resi- currently serves on the Kean University “I have heavy reservations with this Pantor said the pedestrian crossing at nicipal parking lot, pedestrian safety been found in past excavations, said dent Debby Burslem. Board of Trustees. Mr. Oatman is mar- guy, but he is politically connected,” the intersection of Boulevard and and increased parking spaces. Coun- Mr. Acito, referring to other historic Ms. Burslem said the commission ried and has three children. Mr. Paterson said. South Avenue is dangerous. She walks cilman Frank Arena said, during the site developments. must support residents with historic Mr. Oatman will be paid $169,000, Freeholder Chairman Sergio workshop session held before the Utilizing Rutgers University’s free homes to preserve them. $7,000 lower than Mr. Faella currently Granados said the board could not regular meeting, that the plan calls for resources to conduct minor research The recommendation will be pre- is paid. Mr. Faella was paid $155,000 comment on the process used to hire an increase of 20 spaces, which would on the soil to preserve any historical sented at the applicant’s Monday, when he took over as manager in 2011. Mr. Oatman due to pending litigation. Transparency make room for 120 total parking findings before any approved con- February 5 planning board hearing. Only Freeholder Angel Estrada voted Freeholder Al Mirabella commented CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 spaces there. struction would be reasonable and “a The HPC makes recommendations against the resolution appointing Mr. that he was “really looking forward to should be vigilant to regulations be- The committee also discussed the way the commission could help,” to the planning board, while the plan- Oatman as well the introduction of the working with our new County Manager fore being prompted by a resident ordinance that sets alternate side of stated Mr. Acito. ning board decides the subdivision ordinance setting his salary. Freeholder Oatman. He has big shoes to fill but I’m such as himself. the street parking for when snow “The proposed subdivision de- applications approval or disapproval, Mohamed Jalloh was not in attendance. sure he’s up for the position. He will do Mr. Carvalho said five planning has fallen three inches deep or stroys 40 percent of a historic site. Town Attorney Tom Jardim ex- The second reading of the ordinance very well working with this board and board members still have no real- greater. “For some residents in town Placing a house in front of an existing plained. will on the agenda for the board’s Thurs- leading the day-to-day activities of the estate interests listed. The form re- it is not realistic to do it,” Mr. Dardia structure is a problem for me,” stated At the February 5 hearing, the HPC day, February 8 meeting. operations of Union County.” quires officials to list every income said. Mr. Wendal. recommendation will be presented in “I would like to thank the Union Freeholder Bruce Bergen said Mr. source and real-estate interest. He One of the issues is landlords, rather In 1993, after the Whedon family a formal written statement with rea- County Board of Chosen Freeholders Oatman “is very well qualified” to be had two transparency questions re- than provide parking for their tenants made extensive renovations, the home soning for the decision provided. An for this opportunity as well as the county manager. He responded to those garding resolutions from two sepa- in the driveway of the rental home, was officially declared a historic land- “unchosen” oral representative or who questioned Mr. Oatman’s lack of rate meetings. At the July 2017 plan- are renting out their driveway to com- mark. HPC commission member will pro- experience in directing a large staff. ning board meeting a resolution was muters. “It is not a town problem — it The applicant’s attorney, Stephen vide testimony at that hearing. Correction “That (managing staff) is one part of approved selecting a project devel- is a landlord-tenant problem,” said In the January 18 issue of The the job, but there are many parts of the oper without naming the developer, Councilman Doug Stokes in the work- Westfield Leader, a story on coverage job, and Ed Oatman is particularly stated Mr. Carvalho as he read the shop session. of the Mountainside Borough Coun- experienced in dealing with the many meeting minutes. Currently, zoning laws prohibit the cil incorrectly reported the purchase levels of government and that’s some- And at a September 2017 meet- rental of driveways, Mr. Gildea con- price of the property on Mountain thing that Union County is going to ing, Harbor Consultants was granted firmed upon a resident questioning if Avenue near the 7-Eleven known as need going forward,” Freeholder a contract without detailing a fee, it was lawful to privately sell a drive- the Barnes Tract. Pop Reality, the Bergen said. Mr. Carvalho said. He questioned way or parking space. developer, agreed to pay $3.1 million Freeholder Chairman Sergio how a contract can be granted to Councilman David Contract said for the property, not $1 million as Granados added in a statement that, Harbor Consultants without a fee the Green Team is made up of 50 reported. “We are excited to work with him in established. A resolution approving residents focused on four key areas moving Union County forward.” the contract was on a September — waste and recycling, environmen- Freeholder Vice-Chairwoman Bette 2017 meeting minutes, but the fee tal outreach, alternative energy and Jane Kowalski said she “looks for- was not listed, stated Mr. Carvalho transportation, and visioning and Budget ward to working with Mr. Oatman.” as he reviewed the meeting min- master planning. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 In other business, Jerome Feder and utes. “The teams are working on their the recycling space is a change from Gregory Baschkoff, both of Westfield, In other business, applicants specific plans as we speak,” Mr. Con- single-stream recycling to separation were reappointed as a delegate and Sergio Martins and Sandra F. Mar- tract said. per recyclable again. He said a single- alternate, respectively, to the county’s tins, of 16 Garden Street, were An ordinance was passed on final stream system creates a “dirtier” end air traffic and noise advisory board. granted an extension until the reading to establish a handicapped product with companies paying more Zenon Moriak of Mountainside was Wednesday, April 18 meeting for a parking space at 301 Linden Avenue money for cleaner recyclable end re-appointed as a delegate. All are for minor subdivision in the R-4 Zone. and 505 Cumberland Street. products. two-year terms. Carol Lombardo was He said Cranford’s cardboard was re-appointed to a three-year term on sought after aggressively because it the Union County Commission on the Council Votes to Pull Out of was considered “clean.” Status of Women Advisory Board. 3L[TLOLSWWYV[LJ[`V\ILMVYLTH`OLTZ[YPRLZ From a tree branch falling on your car during a State Health Benefits Prog. windstorm to a GPS that sends you the wrong By FRED T. ROSSI broker for 2018, and Lisa Narcise way down a one-way, mayhem can strike Specially Written for The Westfield Leader from the firm spoke briefly to the anytime. So get an Allstate Agent like me SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- council on Tuesday. She said that ship council on Tuesday voted to Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield who knows how to help you make sure you’re end its participation in the State would provide coverage to most of protected. Don’t wait—call me today! Health Benefits Program (SHBP) the township’s employees, as it has and switch to a private carrier to under the state plan. Mr. Mirabella 9VU)HUZR` (ZZVJPH[LZ provide insurance for township em- said that about 90 percent of mu- ployees. nicipal employees are covered by   At the special meeting — which Horizon so their coverage will not 502 East Broad St clocked in at less than seven min- be noticeably affected. utes — Township Manager Al Ms. Narcise said there would be a Westfield Mirabella said he had been asked 3.83-percent reduction in annual [email protected] by the council to see if there were costs, or about $115,000 in savings. “opportunities to save money” on She added that Acrisure would re- health insurance. Three insurance evaluate the township’s coverage six brokers were considered, although months and a year down the road to Mr. Mirabella said several others see if any further savings can be real- *HSSVYZ[VWI`[VZLLOV^T\JO`V\JHUZH]L declined, feeling they would not be ized. She said the benefits that town- Fred T. Rossi for The Westfield Leader HIT THE TARGET...This Boy Scout gets ready to fling an ax at the target during able to beat what the state program ship employees would receive will be Subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate New Jersey Property and Casualty Insurance Co. © 2013 the annual Klondike Derby last Saturday in the Watchung Reservation, which was charging. “equal to or better” than the state Allstate Insurance Co. 234779 was transformed into the Yukon region and allowed Scouts to demonstrate their Acrisure LLC of Woodbridge was plan. The township had switched to Scouting skills. chosen to serve as health insurance the state plan in July 2015. 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USPS 485200 Thursday, February 1, 2018 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 59th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 05-2018 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] ONE DOLLAR Freeholder Board Appoints Ed Oatman as County Mgr.

By PAUL J. PEYTON nity and governmental affairs. Mr. over as manager in 2011. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Oatman has a Bachelor of Science Only Freeholder Angel Estrada COUNTY — The Union County degree in Political Science from voted against the resolution appoint- Board of Chosen Freeholders last Kean University. He currently ing Mr. Oatman as well the intro- Thursday appointed Ed Oatman of serves on the Kean University Board duction of the ordinance setting his Woodbridge as the 12th county man- of Trustees. Mr. Oatman is married salary. Freeholder Mohamed Jalloh ager in a 7-to-1 vote. He will re- was not in attendance. The second place Alfred Faella of Mountain- reading of the ordinance will on the side, who is retiring after nearly agenda for the board’s Thursday, seven years in the job. The appoint- February 8 meeting. ment is effective Thursday, March “I would like to thank the Union 1. County Board of Chosen Freehold- According to a county press re- ers for this opportunity as well as lease, Mr. Oatman, 42, has more the residents of Union County,” Mr. than 16 years of governmental ex- Oatman said in a statement released perience. He assumes responsibil- by the county’s public information ity for the day-to-day operations office. “I look forward to continu- and budget of a 21-municipality ing the vision and course of action government with approximately the freeholder board has set, and to 2,800 full-time employees. deliver the best possible services to Mr. Oatman has served as chief our residents. It is an honor to serve of staff for Senator Nicholas Scutari the public in this position.” for the past six years and for Assem- Roselle resident Anthony Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times blyman James Kennedy (D-22nd, Esposito questioned the process SEEKING COMMUNITY SUPPORT...Members of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club and others gathered on Sunday morning to record a video asking residents to donate money to fund the refurbishment of the historic Frazee House. Rahway) for the past two years. He used to hire Mr. Oatman saying was the Union County campaign written county policy requires es- coordinator for Governor Phil Ed Oatman tablishment of a county manager Murphy and previously served as citizens selection committee which chief of staff for former Assembly- is to includes freeholders as well as Council Votes to Pull Out of woman Linda Stender from 2002 to and has three children. community members. “I don’t think 2006. Mr. Oatman will be paid you followed the guidelines,” he He is a partner in Parktowne As- $169,000, $7,000 lower than Mr. said, adding that “you’re not prac- State Health Benefits Prog. sociates, a small business focusing Faella currently is paid. Mr. Faella ticing good government.” on political consulting and commu- was paid $155,000 when he took CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 By FRED T. ROSSI Three insurance brokers were con- pal employees are covered by Hori- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times sidered, although Mr. Mirabella said zon so their coverage will not be SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- several others declined, feeling they noticeably affected. SP-F PTA Honors BOE Members ship council on Tuesday voted to would not be able to beat what the Ms. Narcise said there would be a end its participation in the State state program was charging. 3.83-percent reduction in annual Health Benefits Program (SHBP) Acrisure LLC of Woodbridge was costs, or about $115,000 in savings. and switch to a private carrier to chosen to serve as health insurance She added that Acrisure would re- At Board of Education Meeting provide insurance for township em- broker for 2018, and Lisa Narcise evaluate the township’s coverage six ployees. from the firm spoke briefly to the months and a year down the road to By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL garet Hayes, Ed.D, as well as board of Connections Across the Curriculum, At the special meeting — which council on Tuesday. She said that see if any further savings can be real- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times education members thanked the PTA Professional Development, and Com- clocked in at less than seven minutes Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield ized. She said the benefits that town- SCOTCH PLAINS – Members of for the recognition. munity/Parent Engagement. — Township Manager Al Mirabella would provide coverage to most of ship employees would receive will be the district’s Parent Teacher’s Asso- In other business, Scotch Plains- Under Health and Wellness some said he had been asked by the coun- the township’s employees, as it has “equal to or better” than the state ciation (PTA) came to the Scotch Fanwood High School (SPFHS) se- of the goals mentioned included: brain cil to see if there were “opportunities under the state plan. Mr. Mirabella plan. The township had switched to Plains Fanwood Board of Education nior Sabrina DiLollo was honored by breaks to re-group, develop and imple- to save money” on health insurance. said that about 90 percent of munici- the state plan in July 2015. meeting Tuesday evening to thank board members and a resolution was ment social skills activities in the board members for their volunteerism. read in her honor for her work on the elementary schools for identified stu- Jennifer Power, who spoke on be- SPFHS Girls’ Varsity Soccer team dents, and new scheduling options Fanwood Planning Board half of the PTA, said that the PTA is and for being named as an East Coast will be implemented to improve stu- very aware of all of the hours that All-American by the United Soccer dents’ learning experiences. members put into serving the district Coaches. Under Real World Connections and how much time it takes to be In addition, Ryan Miller, SPFHS’s Across the Curriculum an Arts Inte- Reorganizes, OK’s Addition effective. She touched on the fact that athletic director and assistant princi- gration team will examine integrating members attend many committee pal, was recognized for being given a art and music into the seventh grade By CHRISTINA M. HINKE 4th Avenue, which is a corner lot, was “If it was not an undersized lot, the meetings as well as the regular board Sectional Award of Merit from the writing workshop, review innovative Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times unanimously approved by the board. applicant probably wouldn’t be here,” meetings. She noted that board mem- Directors of Athletics Association of practices to implement more Science, FANWOOD — The planning board The applicant, Ian Cornell, said he is Mr. Sherry said. bers give up a lot of their free time to New Jersey (DAANJ). A resolution Technology, Engineering Art and held its reorganization meeting last proposing an addition for a larger T&M, the board engineer, had said serve the school district. was read in his honor and his wife and Math (STEAM) activities and Wednesday. Matthew Juckes was re- kitchen, family room and bathroom in a letter that the applicant will have Board members were given a deco- three children were there to congratu- proficiencies for grades K-8 during appointed as chairman of the plan- on the first floor, a reconfigured bath- to add a stormwater management sys- rated token of appreciation by a PTA late him. the 2018 and 2019 school year and to ning board. Dennis Sherry was se- room on the second floor to provide tem such as a drywell or a rain garden member. In other business, the district’s continue teacher professional devel- lected as vice-chairman of the board. more room for his growing family, because of the additional impervious Ms. Power concluded by reciting a 2017-2018 goals that were first pre- opment. Also, T&M was appointed as the and the basement will have more space surface, Mr. Sherry said. quote that she said was taken from sented at the prior January meeting Under Professional Development board engineer and board planner for storage and a playroom. “It gives The expansion will extend from Hellen Keller stating, “alone we can by Superintendent Hayes were unani- the district has set goals to deepen and Catherine DeAppolonio, of the us flexibility to stay in the house as the rear 12 feet deep and 26 feet wide. do little but together we can do so mously accepted by the board. The understanding of math teaching as law firm Palumbo Renaud & long as we want,” he said. “The finishes will match what is much.” goals were in four major areas includ- well as students’ conceptual under- DeAppolonio, LLC, was named board The house presently has a deck that CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Superintendent of Schools, Mar- ing: Health and Wellness, Real World CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 attorney. Pat Hoynes was reappointed measures 360 square feet, and the as board secretary. applicant will reduce the deck to 168 Former councilman Kevin Boris square feet. Historic Preservation Comm. has been appointed to the board. There The addition will increase the lot also are more open seats on the board coverage to 43 percent where the that are to be filled at a later time. maximum allowed is 35 percent. Recom. Subdivision Denial During the business portion of the There currently is 38.12 percent lot meeting an addition to a home at 55 coverage. By MICHAEL BONACCORSO Wendal stated. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times “The property was raided by the WESTFIELD — The Westfield British with Sayre’s silver, linen, Historic Preservation Commission and finest hat stolen,” Mr. Wendal (HPC) this week recommended the explained. proposed subdivision application In 1822, prominent Westfield for 667 Fourth Avenue “as presented merchant Samuel Downer, Jr. pur- be denied for the reasons set forth chased the property. Mr. Downer through the discussions of the HPC was instrumental in the prolifera- and the testimony of the applicant.” tion of the railroad which has made At Monday night’s hearing, HPC “downtown Westfield a strong busi- commission members approved the ness center,” stated Mr. Wendal. recommendation with a 9-to-2 vote. “We love our house and that it is The application prompted commis- historic. We love (that) you feel like Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times sion discussion on financing solu- you are going back to 1763. That is DEMONSTRATING THEIR SKILLS...Boy Scout troops from around the area tions for homeowners to protect his- why we are subdividing it,” said took part in the annual Klondike Derby last Saturday in the Watchung Reserva- toric sites moving forward. applicant and current homeowner tion, which was transformed into the Yukon region and allowed Scouts to The property is pre-Revolution- Andrew Stillufsen. demonstrate their Scouting skills. ary, dating back to 1763, when Mr. Stillufsen said there is no Matthias Sayre purchased a 55-acre sub-floor beneath and no installa- PAGE INDEX lot, stated HPC commissioner Rob- tions. When a cold front moved in Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 16-17 ert Wendal. “Captain Sayre” was a several weeks ago the kitchen was Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 9-14 HIT THE TARGET...This Boy Scout gets ready to fling an ax at the target during Continental Army wagon master, 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The money Police ...... 15 Real Estate .... 9-18 the annual Klondike Derby last Saturday in the Watchung Reservation, which with the property being important from the property sale to a devel- Community ... 6-7, 16 Classifieds ..... 15 was transformed into the Yukon region and allowed Scouts to demonstrate their to Westfield’s relevance as “the oper will be utilized to “resolve the Obituary ...... 6 A&E ...... 17-18 Scouting skills. crossroads of the Revolution,” Mr. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

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Historic Preservation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 home’s quirks,” Mr. Stillufsen said. free resources to conduct minor re- “(It) sets a precedent to preserve search on the soil to preserve any a historic home,” said Mr. Stillufsen, historical findings before any ap- describing a relationship between proved construction would be rea- historic homeowners and the town sonable and “a way the commission to preserve historic homes. could help,” stated Mr. Acito. “I cannot find a connection how “The proposed subdivision de- this lot sale will go to fix the home,” stroys 40 percent of a historic site. HPC commissioner Neil Acito re- Placing a house in front of an exist- sponded. ing structure is a problem for me,” Mr. Acito said the logical ratio- stated Mr. Wendal. nale would be the profits from a lot In 1993, after the Whedon family sale would go to paying down the made extensive renovations, the rest of a pre-existing mortgage and home was officially declared a his- cannot be guaranteed to fix the his- toric landmark. Fred T. Rossi for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times toric landmark as promised. The applicant’s attorney, Stephen TEAM WORK ...These Boy Scouts learn the importance of team work during one Mr. Acito said if the applicant is Hehl, said from a planning and zon- of the many activities demonstrated during the annual Klondike Derby last declaring financial hardship as a ing legal definition the door facing Saturday in the Watchung Reservation. reason for subdivision, understand- Chestnut Street is the property’s Christina M. Hinke for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times ing the financial complexities in- front yard. HIS HONOR...Parag Patel, center, was appointed as Westfield Municipal Judge volved seem relevant. “My front door is on Chestnut for a three-year term Tuesday at the town council meeting. Judge Patel was sworn “You can’t say it costs so much where my mailbox is. Our Ameri- in by Union County Superior Court Judge James Hely, left. He stands with his family, pictured left to right, wife Sonal, and sons Deven and Dhillon. Judge Patel Oatman Named Manager and not show me how you’re going can flag is on Chestnut and so is our replaces Brenda Cuba, who also was serving as the municipal court presiding to do it,” Mr. Acito said. wreath,” Mr. Stillufsen said. judge. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Stillufsen said he was not Mr. Acito said the front door “You all voted on it at your orga- there are many parts of the job, and comfortable or found it inappropri- would be Fourth Avenue as Chest- nization meeting (on January 7),” Ed Oatman is particularly experi- ate to discuss personal financial nut Street did not exist for 100 years New Municipal Judge Sworn Mr. Esposito said. enced in dealing with the many lev- matters publicly, a sentiment sup- until after the home was built. Mr. “We know this guy is politically els of government and that’s some- ported by HPC commissioner Wendal said Fourth Avenue was the connected. So what,” he added. thing that Union County is going to Michael Fisher. road connecting to modern-day In, Appointments Announced He questioned Mr. Oatman’s ex- need going forward,” Freeholder “I would feel uncomfortable,” Elizabeth or “Elizabethtown,” a perience in leading the county Bergen said. said Commissioner Fisher, respond- major port city. By CHRISTINA M. HINKE economic development vision for workforce. “How many people does Freeholder Chairman Sergio ing to hearing an answer to Mr. “I lived in a historic district of Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Westfield. Ms. Jeffery also is an eco- a chief of staff manage?” he asked. Granados added in a statement that, Acito’s question to Mr. Stillufsen Westfield for 20 years. The costs WESTFIELD — Parag Patel was nomic development consultant for He suggested the board ignored “We are excited to work with him in regarding future capital disburse- associated with up keeping a 50- appointed as municipal judge for a Fanwood. county policy as the appointment moving Union County forward.” ment from the lot sale and the cur- year-old home is a lot, let alone a three-year term Tuesday at the town Three new committees also were was “already a done deal.” Freeholder Vice-Chairwoman rent mortgage situation. 300-year-old one,” said Kimball council meeting. Judge Patel was established. The Technology Advi- Garwood resident Bruce Pater- Bette Jane Kowalski said she “looks Mr. Acito said not only is the Avenue resident Debby Burslem. sworn in by Union County Superior sory Council will be tasked with con- son also questioned the appoint- forward to working with Mr. home historic, but so is the Ms. Burslem said the commis- Court Judge James Hely. A Westfield ducting a technology assessment of ment. “He has no experience at Oatman.” property’s soil. He said a water well sion must support residents with resident, Judge Patel also serves as a town hall and the town; a Town Hall county management or even the In other business, Jerome Feder is a historic structure and the soil historic homes to preserve them. municipal court judge in Edison, and Events Committee and a Special and county,” Mr. Paterson stated. and Gregory Baschkoff, both of can hold historic value. A Revolu- The recommendation will be pre- is a tax attorney at Patel Law Offices Adaptive Needs Committee will as- “I have heavy reservations with Westfield, were reappointed as a tionary cannonball and prehistoric sented at the applicant’s Monday, in Clark. Mr. Patel will replace mu- sess different areas to ensure Westfield this guy, but he is politically con- delegate and alternate, respectively, animal bones have been found in February 5 planning board hearing. nicipal judge Brenda Coppola Cuba, is inclusive and ADA compliant, nected,” Mr. Paterson said. to the county’s air traffic and noise past excavations, said Mr. Acito, The HPC makes recommendations who was appointed as a prosecutor in Mayor Brindle said. Freeholder Chairman Sergio advisory board. Zenon Moriak of referring to other historic site de- to the planning board, while the 2000 and then judge in 2003. Additionally, the town is searching Granados said the board could not Mountainside was re-appointed as velopments. planning board decides the subdi- Having a Westfield connection was for a part-time public information of- comment on the process used to hire a delegate. All are for two-year Utilizing Rutgers University’s vision applications approval or dis- one of the qualifiers for choosing the ficer to coordinate communications of Mr. Oatman due to pending litigation. terms. Carol Lombardo was re-ap- approval, Town Attorney Tom judge, Mayor Shelley Brindle said. town departments on behalf of the town Freeholder Al Mirabella com- pointed to a three-year term on the Jardim explained. “Parag...checked all the boxes,” and social media. The town will accept mented that he was “really looking Union County Commission on the At the February 5 hearing, the Mayor Brindle said. “Westfield resi- applications until Friday, February 9. forward to working with our new Status of Women Advisory Board. BOE HPC recommendation will be pre- dents, fairness and efficiency” were During resident comment, Allison County Manager Oatman. He has CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sented in a formal written statement some of the other criteria considered, Pantor said the pedestrian crossing at big shoes to fill but I’m sure he’s up standing of fraction concepts, and with reasoning for the decision pro- she said. Mayor Brindle also noted the intersection of Boulevard and for the position. He will do very Reading is Good For You implement the third year of the Build- vided. An “unchosen” oral repre- that Mr. Patel’s wife is a teacher in South Avenue is dangerous. She walks well working with this board and ing Teaching Leadership Capacity sentative or HPC commission mem- Edison, where his two sons attend this crosswalk for her commute to leading the day-to-day activities of grant supported by the New Jersey ber will provide testimony at that school, and that Mr. Patel is a Cub work and said it is challenging to the operations of Union County.” Department of Education in collabo- hearing. Scout leader for his sons’ troops. wave four lanes of traffic to stop in Freeholder Bruce Bergen said Mr. ration with Kean University, the Plain- The town had sent out a request for order to cross the roadway. The Pub- Oatman “is very well qualified” to field Public Schools and the Scotch proposals for prosecutor, public de- lic Safety, Transportation and Park- be county manager. He responded Plains-Fanwood Public Schools. fender and town attorney, as well as ing Committee has the crosswalk on to those who questioned Mr. Parent and community engagement Addition the judge. its agenda, Town Administrator Jim Oatman’s lack of experience in di- goals include collaborating with the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Yvette Gibbons was appointed as Gildea said. The police department recting a large staff. “That (manag- goleader.com/subscribe Scotch Plains Public Library to foster there now,” said Thomas DiGiorgio, municipal prosecutor for a one-year recently recommended the installa- ing staff) is one part of the job, but literacy engagement through evening the applicant’s architect. term, replacing Prosecutor Anthony tion of flashing beacons, and the com- programs, review best practices in He added that his design was “very Prieto. A former deputy attorney gen- mittee is to take it under review, Mr. website maintenance, review new conscious of the look of the house eral for the State of New Jersey, she Gildea said. compliance guidelines for maintain- outside and inside.” currently has her own private practice. Councilman Michael Dardia said ing school district websites and re- “I think this is the kind of thing we Mayor Brindle also noted that Ms. Gib- the Public Safety, Transportation and view how districts use best practices like to see and want to encourage,” bons is a fellow alum of the University Parking Committee reviewed a pro- in Twitter and Facebook accounts. board member Theresa Seefelt said. of West Virginia, the mayor’s alma posed renovation to Lot 7, which A PTA-BOE Coffee is scheduled Mr. Sherry agreed, and was pleased mater. Robert Bohrod was appointed as borders North Avenue, Lenox and for this Wednesday, February 6, at that the applicant is “willing to invest public defender for a one-year term, Central Avenues. The committee dis- IS 7:30 p.m. at Park Middle School. All and stay in the community.” replacing Gavin Handwerker. Mr. cussed the beautification of the mu- are welcome and encouraged to come The board also memorialized reso- Bohrod currently is the public defender nicipal parking lot, pedestrian safety for discussions with BOE members. lutions it previously passed. Those in Millburn and maintains a private and increased parking spaces. Coun- The next board of education meet- were: 117 Pleasant Avenue, 185 practice in Cranford. cilman Frank Arena said, during the ing will be held on Thursday, Febru- Westfield Road and 239 Martine Av- Thomas Jardim, former mayor of workshop session held before the ary 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the administra- enue. Westfield from 1997 to 2000, was regular meeting, that the plan calls for tion building at Cedar Street and Ev- The next regular meeting will be appointed as town attorney, for a one- an increase of 20 spaces, which would ergreen Avenue in Scotch Plains. Wednesday, February 28. year term. make room for 120 total parking A group of about 50 residents, spaces there. mostly with a law background, served The committee also discussed the on an independent review committee ordinance that sets alternate side of that reviewed the proposals that were the street parking for when snow submitted to the town and then rec- has fallen three inches deep or IS NOT. ommended the appointment of the greater. “For some residents in town municipal prosecutor and the public it is not realistic to do it,” Mr. Dardia defender, Mayor Brindle said. said. “I wasn’t in the room when these One of the issues is landlords, rather (ZRTLHIV\[(JJPKLU[-VYNP]LULZZ decisions were made. I wanted to be than provide parking for their tenants N`k_fk_\i`ejliXeZ\ZfdgXe`\j#_Xm`e^XeXZZ`[\ekZXe as objective as possible,” Mayor in the driveway of the rental home, Brindle said. are renting out their driveway to com- d\XepfliiXk\ji`j\XjdlZ_Xj+'%9lkn`k_8ccjkXk\Ëj The mayor said she expects to con- muters. “It is not a town problem — it 8ZZ`[\ek =fi^`m\e\jj# pfli iXk\j nfeËk ^f lg Xk Xcc aljk tinue the process each year. is a landlord-tenant problem,” said Y\ZXlj\f]XeXZZ`[\ek%;feËknX`k:Xccd\kf[Xp% “It is a way to keep people on their Councilman Doug Stokes in the work- toes,” she said. shop session. In her opening remarks, Mayor Currently, zoning laws prohibit the Brindle announced that Patricia rental of driveways, Mr. Gildea con- Hanigan was elected chairwoman of firmed upon a resident questioning if 5LSZVU,ZWLSHUK3<;*- the Downtown Westfield Corpora- it was lawful to privately sell a drive- tion (DWC) Board of Directors, the way or parking space.   Jim Lowney/ County of Union WINNING TEAM...Color Group Orange from the Union County Student Train- management entity of the town’s Spe- Councilman David Contract said ing and Enrichment Program (UC STEP) was congratulated last week for cial Improvement District (SID). the Green Team is made up of 50 2284 South Avenue winning the Civic Engagement Challenge of 2018 UC STEP for their campaign, Frederick Danser, III was appointed residents focused on four key areas Scotch Plains “Branches Against Bullying.” They were joined by Freeholders Al Mirabella, as labor counsel; Jonathan Drill of — waste and recycling, environmen- [email protected] second from left, and Linda Carter, right (back row), Union County Deputy Stickel, Koenig, Sullivan and Drill tal outreach, alternative energy and Manager Amy Wagner, far left, and Deana Mesaros, far right (front row), of the was selected as special affordable- transportation, and visioning and Dept. of Economic Development. Members of Color Group Orange are: Nick housing counsel and the law firm of master planning. Sofianakos, Arthur L. Johnson High School; Erin Butterfield and David Martinez, Rogut McCarthy of Cranford was “The teams are working on their Gov. Livingston High School; Michael Guzman and George McReynolds, John E. appointed as bond counsel. specific plans as we speak,” Mr. Con- 7LYZVUHSPaLKZLY]PJL;Y\Z[LKHK]PJL Dwyer Technology Academy; Meital Oshri, Jonathon Dayton High School; Derrick-Charles Cosby-Hurling and Pierette Foy, Linden High School; Marissa Also, Mayor Brindle announced tract said. Feature is optional and subject to terms and conditions. Safe Driving Bonus® won’t apply after an accident. Allstate New Policarpio and Nina Suske, New Providence High School; Rashanna Fowler, that Liz Jeffery, a Westfield resident, An ordinance was passed on final Jersey Property and Casualty Insurance Co. Northbrook, IL © 2010 Allstate Insurance Co. Plainfield High School; Kyle Isolda and Sarai G. Romero, Scotch Plains-Fanwood had agreed to volunteer as chief eco- reading to establish a handicapped 205169 High School; Kendra Melendez, Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy, and Sydnee nomic development advisor, a role in parking space at 301 Linden Avenue Alava, Union High School. which Ms. Jeffery will establish an and 505 Cumberland Street. ATTENTION LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS: Did You Know You Can Insert Your Pre-Printed Advertisement into the Leader/Times? • Mailed to subscribers with the printed newspaper • Provided to stores • Attached to the online edition each Thursday Ideal for Targeting Your Audience! Go to goleader.com/presskit/insert for more information. Page 2 Thursday, February 1, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION John McPartlan Named Peyton's Green Resigns as Chairman St. Pat’s Grand Marshal Peek at the Week Of County Dem Committee COUNTY — The 2018 Union In Politics PLAINFIELD — Assemblyman experience. I will never forget the County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade By Paul Peyton of The Leader/Times Jerry Green (D-22nd, Plainfield) last stunning and historic victories we’ve Committee has named John week announced his resignation as all worked so hard together to achieve. McPartlan of Scotch Plains Grand Mahr, Scutari Battaling for Lance Issues Statement On chairman of the Union County Demo- In fact, it’s a source of great pride that Marshal of the 22nd Annual Union Chair of County Dem Committee Retirement of Frelinghuysen cratic Committee and endorsed Sena- we have more Democrats elected in County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr “Rodney Frelinghuysen is one of tor Nick Scutari (D-22nd, Linden) as Union County today than we’ve ever Mr. McPartlan, the owner of Molly and State Senator Nick Scutari (D- the finest public servants to serve the the new chairman, according to press had in our history. But, the party is Maguire’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 22nd, Linden) are battling to re- United States. From being a sergeant release from the committee. larger than one person, and Demo- in Clark, has been involved with the place Assemblyman Gerald Green in Vietnam to chairman of the House Mr. Green said he will focus his crats in Union County need to rally Union County St. Patrick’s Day Pa- (D-22nd, Plainfield) as chairman Appropriations Committee, Rodney energy on recovering from an illness together and keep what’s really im- rade for several years. of the Union County Democratic has always put our country first. Pub- and will return to his duties in Trenton portant at the forefront,” Mr. Green “The honor is humbling,” Mr. Committee. Mr. Green resigned last lic service has been one of the great as a state assemblyman once his re- stated. McPartlan said. “I am proud to be a week as chairman due to health traditions of the Frelinghuysen fam- covery process is complete, accord- Mr. Green was first elected chair- part of this parade and the celebration reasons. ily over many generations. ing to the release. man in June of 2013, replacing long- of our Irish heritage.” Ms. Mahr has been vice-chair- “Rodney has taken on one of the In endorsing Sen. Scutari to suc- time chairwoman Charlotte DeFilippo The Brooklyn native has strong woman the best five years. She has toughest jobs in Congress – appropri- ceed him as chairman he stated that, who had retired. Ms. DeFilippo Irish roots with his father John hailing been Fanwood mayor for 14 years. ating funds to meet the needs of the “Throughout my career, Nick’s been passed away in February 2017. Dur- from County Leitrim. His mother “ As acting chair we in the fight for nation. He has excelled in providing more than a colleague and ally. He’s ing his chairmanship, Democrats not Sally Ann O’Connor was the daugh- our future,” she said on Facebook. fiscal discipline while addressing the been a trusted friend and close partner. only maintained their record of win- “I’m running to be your Union County demands of the federal government, ter of William and Mary (Sheridan) John McPartlan It was a tough decision to step back ning all countywide elections, but Democratic chair. I’ll need you (com- including providing for the common from leading the party, but it’s a little also scored wins in Scotch Plains, Mayor Hannen to O’Connor, each born and raised from mittee members) to win.” defense and our homeland security. easier knowing we have someone like Garwood, Cranford, Springfield, either side of Ballinrobe in County Mayor Mahr put out a press release And Rodney has always looked out Nick to step in. He’ll be a tremendous Roselle Park, Kenilworth; along with Speak Before Chamber Mayo. on Monday that including endorse- for New Jersey, from environmental asset as our party continues to grow the wins in Summit, Westfield, and CRANFORD — The Cranford The publican is active in local Irish ments from elected officials includ- protection to the tremendous recov- and expand in the coming years.” Berkeley Heights. Area Chamber of Commerce will hold American circles, most notably for ing the mayors of Cranford, Westfield, ery needs after Hurricane Sandy. I “In consultation with my medical Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, the its second networking event for 2018 organizing and hosting the annual Linden, Summit, Roselle, Roselle have always trusted Rodney’s judg- providers, family, friends, and col- acting chair of the committee, has on Wednesday, February 21 at 8 a.m. golf outing benefitting the parade. Park and Union. ment and counsel. leagues, I have concluded that the said she is also running for chairman. at Atria Assisted Living, 10 Jackson “John has done so much for both Sen. Scutari said he has been en- “New Jersey and our nation are arduous recovery process prevents She came one vote of the committee’s Drive in Cranford. The guest speaker the parade and for the community,” dorsed by 10 municipal chairs and six better for having had Rodney me from effectively serving as the endorsement to replace Linda Stender will be Cranford Mayor Thomas H. Parade General Chairwoman of the nine current Union County Frelinghuysen serve in Congress.” chairman of the Union County Demo- in the State Assemly in the 22nd Leg- Hannen, Jr. Kathleen Holmes said. “We are so Freeholders. Bramnick, Steinhardt Comment cratic Committee. Effective immedi- islative in 2015. (Please see Peek of The Mayor’s discussion will in- proud to have him lead us as this (Please see statements from Sen. On Frelinghuysen Retirement ately, the party organization should Week column at left to see her state- clude an overview of 2018 projects year’s grand marshal.” Scutari and Mayor Mahr on Page 5.) Assembly Minority Leader Jon take the necessary steps according to ment.) and developments relating to He is a member of the Union County Frelinghuysen Announces Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield) re- the bylaws to assemble the county Among those supporting her for Cranford. The cost of this event is Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, and the Retirement From Congress leased the following statement on committee to elect my replacement. chairman is Linden Mayor Derek $15 for members and $20 for future Union County Irish Business Organi- House Appropriations Committee Congressman Rodney It is my sincere wish that no other Armstead, who has said he will run members. Breakfast is included. zation and a champion for the Center Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen (R- Frelinghuysen’s (R-11th) announce- action is undertaken by the party, and with Mayor Mahr for the committee’s Registration is required at for Hope Hospice and the New Jersey 11th) announced on Monday that he ment of his retirement from Congress that the highest priority be given to vice-chairman position. cranford.com/chamber or by calling Coalition of Autism Awareness. plans to retire from Congress. at the end of this term: electing a new chairman.” the chamber office at (908) 272-6114. In 2007 he was honored as the “Today as I announce my retire- “Congressman Frelinghuysen was “Leading the Democratic Party in “Irishman of the Year” by the Friendly ment at the end of this session of a statesman. He always was a gentle- Union County has been an incredible www.goleader.com Mahr Opposes Repeal Sons of St. Patrick of Union County. Congress, I want to use the opportu- man and was a leader in Congress. The Grand Marshal will share in nity to strongly encourage the many There is no one in politics who was in Of Clean Power Plan the Union County St. Patrick’s Day young people I meet to consider a better position than Rodney to bring FANWOOD – Fanwood Mayor celebrations with his wife, Karen, and public service,” he said in a state- the parties together. In today’s divi- Colleen Mahr added her voice of may- their son Jeffrey, daughter Christie, ment. “Public service is an incred- sive world of partisan politics and ors across the nation who stand op- daughter in-law Stacey and their son- ible way to turn your convictions extreme media, the Congressman was posed to the EPA’s proposal to repeal in-law Kevin. into something that serves the a beacon of light among elected offi- of the Clean Power Plan, Repeal of Mr. McPartlan will be officially greater good and to do it alongside cials. I will miss him. Rodney has Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines installed as Grand Marshal on Satur- people from every walk of life and always been a class act.” for Existing Stationary Sources: Elec- day, February 10 at 3 p.m. at St. background.” Republican State Chairman Doug tric Utility Generating Units. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church lo- He joins Congressman Frank Steinhardt has told Republicans that According to Mayor Mahr, “No cated at 1600 Rahway Avenue, LoBionado (R-2nd) as the second holding Mr. Frelinghuysen’s 11th dis- one is insulated from the impacts of Westfield. GOP member of New Jersey’s Con- trict House seat will be a priority for climate change – people in cities of A reception for the Grand Marshal gressional delegation to retire. the party in 2018, according to a all sizes, along with suburban and will follow at Molly Maguire’s Irish Assemblyman Anthony Bucco report on politicsdw.com. rural communities are all at risk.” Pub and Restaurant located at 1085 (R-25th, Randolph) is said to be “It is important that the public “We cannot act alone. We need the Central Avenue, Clark, NJ. making calls about his possible can- knows we will be digging in for a federal government to provide a path The parade will step off at 1 p.m. didacy for Mr. Frelinghuysen’s tough fight to maintain this seat. We forward to making meaningful reduc- sharp on Saturday, March 10, on seat, according to njinsider.com. cannot let Nancy Pelosi take over tions in carbon pollution while pre- Morris Avenue in Union. Six Democrats already have filed New Jersey’s congressional delega- paring for the impacts of climate For more information, visit with the Federal Election Commis- tion,” Mr. Steinhardt said. “There is a change,” Mayor Mahr said. unioncountystpatricksdayparade.com. sion (FEC). wealth of talent in the GOP bench, MR. CHAIRMAN...Union County Freeholder Angel Estrada, right, was elected and I am confident we will field a chairman of the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) at the host of well qualified candidates that January 22 Board of Trustees meeting. He is the first Latino to hold the position. will be capable of victory in Novem- He is shown accepting the gavel as the new chairman from outgoing chairman ber.” Peter Palmer, left, of Somerset County. In 2018, give a gift that keeps giving all year ... a Leader/Times Gift Subscription !

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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — TIMES Since 1959 DD Legal Newspaper for the County of Union, New Jersey DDTM and for Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford and Garwood Westfield Mayor Brindle Announces Diction Deception Members of: New Initiatives for Westfield In 2018 Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association As promised during the campaign, these committees will be contacted rect. The others are made up. Are you this administration is committed to by email in the coming weeks. Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey sharp enough to discern this deception of listening to the needs of its residents Additionally, the Town of Westfield diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West and putting forward actionable reso- is seeking volunteers to serve on the If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 lutions to address them. Since com- Special and Adaptive Needs Com- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 ing into office and talking to residents mittee. In addition to promoting vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at and business owners alike, I have awareness of and providing programs you get all four – You must have a lot of free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 discovered several areas of opportu- and opportunities for individuals with All words and correct definitions nity. To this end, we are putting to- disabilities and their families, this Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. come from the board game Diction gether committees that can help gather committee will also research and rec- Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman information and focus on these areas. ommend to the Council methods and Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER The Mayor’s office is currently in ideas to aid and assist residents with 1. Atazir – The influence of a star upon Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo the process of selecting volunteers special or adaptive needs to be able to another, or upon man COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION for the Town Hall Events Committee fully participate in all aspects of com- 2. Perdition – Complete and irrepa- Lauren S. Barr Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly and the Technology Advisory Coun- munity life. Anyone interested in this rable loss; ruin EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS cil (TAC). The Town Hall Events opportunity should complete the vol- 3. Jennet – A female donkey or small Committee will identify and organize unteer application at Spanish horse 4. Pterope – A fruit bat SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe events at Town Hall intended to in- www.westfieldnj.gov/volunteertoday. One-year – $36 • Two-year – $68 • Three-year – $99 crease community engagement. The Applications are due by February JETTON Technology Advisory Council will 9, 2018. Volunteers who signed up for 1. A small metal counter used in some identify opportunities to leverage any of the other new initiatives for the card games technology to improve communica- Town of Westfield can expect to be 2. A spruce fellow; one who struts or Groundhog Day Can Be Nostalgic, tion, enhance efficiencies and improve contacted as those committees launch. swaggers 3. A play on words; a pun service to residents for the Town of Mayor Shelley Brindle 4. The wattle of a fowl Westfield. Applicants who have pre- Westfield PUCELAGE Fun Way to Beat Winter Blahs viously signed up to volunteer on 1. Poise; dignity 2. Feminine beauty; charm We’re heading into this weekend with great an- welcoming visitors with an array of activities through- Girls’ Softball League of Westfield: 3. Virginity 4. Excessive boldness or confidence ticipation, wondering who has the right stuff, who out the week in salute to its favorite son, such as FACUNDITY is going to make the right call, and who is going to “Breakfast with Phil,” tours, entertainment, children’s Strong Legacy of Empowering Girls 1. Directness; honesty bask in the glory this time around. activities, arts and crafts, a talent show and even I grew up playing girls’ softball in and community members willing to 2. Strong; powerful We’re speaking, of course, about Groundhog Day, wedding ceremonies, culminating with tomorrow’s Westfield, surrounded by my friends, take the time to mentor young play- 3. Abundance in holdings, supplies, with my dad coaching us. It was the ers. We should be proud of the long etc. that beloved slice of Americana recognized each big revelation. The festivities will continue through- late ‘70s and early ‘80s and we felt tradition of sportsmanship, fun and 4. Eloquence; readiness of speech February 2 with much fanfare. Like always, sunrise out the weekend, including a Groundhog Ball on like we were part of something big. community that GSLW has created. EXTERNAT 1. The outer or visible part tomorrow will find us breathlessly awaiting the Saturday night. We were encouraged, supported and At a time when women’s empower- 2. A freed slave official “word” from celebrated prognosticator So what accounts for the enduring appeal of empowered on the field and it carried ment is top of mind and Westfield’s 3. A day school Punxsutawney Phil or one of his rivals. What will the Groundhog Day? For starters, you can’t miss when into our everyday lives. There was a first female mayor is at the helm, I 4. A wanderer; nomad movement then to empower girls – want to encourage parents to sign verdict be? According to tradition, if the Groundhog the star of your show is a cute, furry critter able to the foundation for what we see evolv- your daughters up for our 2018 sea- Letters to sees his shadow, we’ll have six more weeks of hold his own onscreen with the likes of Bill Murray. ing by leaps and bounds today. son! As I watch my daughter play winter. If not, we can expect an early spring. Natu- Additionally, the hometown feel of Groundhog Day Some of my greatest successes and today, I am proud to see her learn and the Editor rally, we’ll always root for the latter, particularly celebrations can make us feel nostalgic for days head-burying failures as a kid played grow. We have new generations of after the recent Arctic wallop we endured. gone by. Finally, the occasion is just fun — a out on the softball field – moments I girls who will carry on the GSLW Bramnick Calls for learned from and shared with my legacy, learning many of the same It is believed Groundhog Day evolved from the lighthearted break from the winter blahs. teammates. We won as a team and lessons we learned so long ago. Those Pension Fix Following European custom of predicting the length of winter In Punxsutawney, Phil maintains his distinguished lost as a team. We also realized quickly memories from the field – the laughs, based on weather conditions on the Christian feast of reputation as the “seer of seers” and the “prognosti- that we needed one another to suc- cheers and tears – are priceless for the New Report ceed, and that we each played an girls and parents. Registration for the Assembly Republican Leader Jon Candlemas, also observed on February 2. German cator of prognosticators,” as noted on the website of Bramnick urges the Democratic ma- immigrants inaugurated Groundhog Day on Febru- The Punxsutawney Groundhog Club. However, any- important role. Those years on the 2018 season is open. Sign up for field helped build confidence, strength players and coaches jority to read a report issued by the ary 2, 1886, in Punxsutawney, Pa. The first pilgrim- one wishing a second opinion also can check in with and, much to our chagrin, humility. at:www.westfieldsoftball.org. Manhattan Institute on Thursday and called for action to fix the state’s age to nearby Gobbler’s Knob, where Phil still Staten Island Chuck, or Long Island’s Malverne Mel The Girls’ Softball League of Karen Cleeve makes his annual prediction, occurred exactly one or Holtsville Hal, all of whom are expected to make Westfield (GSLW) has a strong legacy pension and health benefits system. GSLW Board Member “This report speaks for itself,” said year later. After more than 130 years, the popular their own projections tomorrow as well. of empowering girls, with the help of Westfield dedicated volunteer coaches, parents Mr. Bramnick (R-21st, Westfield). folklore festival heralding the change of seasons Here’s hoping Phil, or one of his contemporaries, “Obviously we need to get to work to continues to attract throngs of fans to this quaint will confirm an early spring. It can’t come soon enact further reforms to make these borough. enough! Otherwise, we may all just scurry back into It Was Inappropriate to Publish benefits more realistic. Here’s proof Once again this year, Punxsutawney has been our burrows. from the Manhattan Institute.” Read Pictures of ‘Impeach Trump’ Signs the report. => https://www.manhattan- Sorry but it is most inappropriate ever I think President Trump is wrong institute.org/html/garden-state- for you to have published a photo- but my words shall always be words crowd-out-how-new-jerseys-pen- Election Season Starting Early graph of the second annual Westfield tempered by the knowledge of Prov- sion-crisis-threatens-state-budget- Women’s March with signs stating erbs 15:1, “A harsh word stirs up 10875.html “Impeach Trump Now” and “Dump anger.” Asm. Jon Bramnick With Dist. 7 Race, Dems Chair Trump” and “Vote Like Your Life Proverbs 15:4, “A soothing tongue Westfield Depends On It!” is a tree of life.” Election season is starting early this year as seven lenge Mr. Lance, as we have heard factions of the This is not journalism! James 3:6, “Consider how small a Either write something worth Democrats have filed for the 7th Congressional Dis- party do not feel Mr. Lance has supported GOP Pope Francis just spoke about the fire can set a huge forest ablaze. The reading or do something worth dangers of the press spreading tongue is a fire.” writing. trict seat held the last 10 years by Republican Con- conservative issues. Benjamin Franklin gressman Leonard Lance. Aside from that, a major In a surprise revelation, long-time Republican disinformation and bias. Stephen Schoeman This unfortunate photograph can Westfield fight is shaping up for control of the Union County Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen has announced only spread disinformation and bias Democratic Committee as Jerry Green has resigned, his retirement in the 11th District. Six Democrats about President Trump with whom I CPAs Discuss NJ Property Tax citing an undisclosed illness. He has endorsed Sena- were already vying for the seat. Also, three challeng- have often disagreed as you and your tor Nick Scutari, thereby bypassing Fanwood’s Col- ers are seeking to unseat Republican Tom MacArthur readers know. Payments Versus the IRS Scrutinity leen Mahr, the current vice-chair of the committee. in the 3rd District; three Democrats are challenging And impeach President Trump for what? How easy to hold up a sign More than 70 percent of the 828 tion from the IRS, homeowners should This is the second time party leaders have passed Congressman Chris Smith in the 4th District, and calling for his impeachment but how certified public accountants (CPAs) look to their CPA for advice and guid- on Mayor Mahr. A few years ago the committee four Democrats have filed in the 2nd District, where difficult to find a constitutional basis who were polled this month by the ance.” picked former Rahway Mayor Jim Kennedy to run long-time Republican Frank Lobiondo is retiring. for that and hold that up for public New Jersey Society of CPAs (NJCPA) In the Murphy proposal, towns for state Assembly in the 22nd Legislative District We are happy to see so many individuals willing view during a march? I write here as said treating New Jersey property tax would create the charitable funds and payments as charitable contributions homeowners would receive a credit over Mayor Mahr. In a 4-to-3 vote, Mr. Kennedy to run for Congress this year. However, we hope it an attorney-at-law though retired and as a political scientist (Ph. D.) who would not stand up to legal scrutiny off their property tax bill for all or most wound up winning the nomination and going on to is for the right reasons. Do these candidates believe has studied and taught the Presidency by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). of their donation. In turn, the funds become a now two-term assemblyman. that Mr. Lance and other Republicans have indi- for more than 40 years. Respondents were asked their opin- would be used for the same purposes In a twist this year, the 7th District, which has long vidually failed their district’s constituents? If so, Particularly odious is the sign ion on the issue after Governor Phil as taxes, such as for schools or other been a Republican-held seat going back to Mike then we welcome their candidacies. But, if their “Dump Trump” as if President Trump Murphy, Rep. Josh Gottheimer and municipal needs. Other state repre- Rep. Bill Pascrell, Jr. announced a sentatives proposed a similar initia- Ferguson, Bob Franks and Matthew Rinaldo, has goal is to retake the House and Senate in order to is not a human being but something that can be dumped as if just some proposal in January to use charitable tive, and several states already have seen a lot of interest from Democrats. Filing for the start the impeachment process for President Trump, refuse. contributions as a way to help New tax credit programs in place to take Democrats to date are Lisa Mandelblatt of Westfield, then, in our view, we believe the effort is misguided The grammatically incorrect sign Jersey homeowners who may be af- advantage of charitable deductions. Berkeley Heights resident Linda Weber, Cranford regardless of what people’s opinions are of this “Vote Like Your Life Depends On It” fected by the new $10,000 cap on A recent paper addressing the fed- resident David Pringle, Scott Salmon of Scotch President. is an absurdity for who can believe federal deductions for state and local eral income tax treatment of chari- taxes. table contributions noted that having Plains, Goutam Jois of Summit, Tom Malinowski of Mr. Scutari called this year’s election “the most that one’s life is at stake if people vote for President Trump or anyone who Survey respondents noted that since tax payments treated like charitable Rocky Hill and Peter Jacob of Union. Thus far Mr. critical midterm election in a generation.” We expect supports him? taxpayers would receive a benefit contributions where taxpayers would Lance faces a sole Republican challenge from Lind- this will be a closely followed election, with millions Such signs can only inflame the from their charitable donation, such receive credits is actually common. say Brown of Clark. of dollars being spent on both sides in New Jersey public, only worsen an already ter- as a reduction in their property taxes The paper, “Federal Income Tax We expect more Republican candidates to chal- and around the country. rible public dialogue, only make it equal to the amount of their donation, Treatment of Charitable Contribu- increasing difficult for the 45th Presi- it would not qualify as a contribution. tions Entitling Donor to a State Tax dent elected by tens of millions of Typically, taxpayers claiming chari- Credit,” written by eight law profes- people to govern and meet the needs table deductions must reduce the do- sors1, noted that “under current law, not only of those who voted for him nation amount by the amount of the expressed through both court opin- but the needs of all of us! benefit that is received by the donor – ions and rulings from the Internal I do very much hope that in the which in this case would be the same. Revenue Service, the amount of the future such a photograph is never Other respondents cited that the ac- donor’s charitable contribution de- published again nor is my plea a dis- tion may give rise to increased audit duction is not reduced by the value of putation with the First Amendment. risk. Some also said they doubted the state tax benefits.” Therefore, “...a And if such signs are to be photo- IRS would grant a 501(c)(3) status to taxpayer can reduce her state tax li- graphed and published then also to be the proposed charitable trust being ability by making a charitable contri- photographed and published must be created to simply avoid any impact bution that is deductible on her fed- the signs that read “Support President from the new $10,000 cap. eral income tax return.” Trump Now” and “Give President “Anything that can help New Jer- By The New Jersey Society of Cer- Trump A Chance To Lead” and “We sey homeowners reduce their prop- tified Public Accountants. Visit Like President Trump!” erty tax burden should be explored in njcpa.org. Sad, even tragic, the hatreds afoot light of the recent federal tax law I made a huge to do list for in our proud and noble country that changes,” said Ralph Albert Thomas, today. I just can't figure out who's are evidenced by these signs. CEO and executive director of going to do it. I shall continue to speak out when- NJCPA. “But until there is clarifica- coolfunnyquotes.com

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 1, 2018 Page 5 Scutari Announces Support for His Mayor Mahr Releases List Of Campaign for UC DEM Chairman Letters to the Editor Endorsements In Run for Chairman Overwhelming support from UCDC vice-chairman. Illegal Immigration Issues Bow To Jerry Green’s legacy as our county our Democratic principles. I believe it elected officials throughout Union Plainfield, Adrian Mapp, mayor/ party chairman is defined by his com- is critically important that we make County continues to build in favor of chairman; Barry Goode, councilman; mitment to the issues that have helped sure ALL of our county committee State Senator Nick Scutari for Union Charles McRae, council president; Several Masters and Self-Interests communities throughout Union County members are partners and ALL of our County Democratic Committee Chair- Joylette Mills-Ransome, vice-presi- The advocates of illegal immigration treme by saying that there should not be and his strength and determination voices are heard moving forward and I man. dent/councilwoman; Cory Storch, have been portrayed as people who are a border at all. when it came time to do the hard work. believe that Colleen Mahr is the choice The last 24 hours have been a hum- councilman; Rebecca Williams, coun- “compassionate,” “caring” and “hu- Mexico: To protect the elites in gov- I have been proud to fight to further our to lead us in that direction.” manitarian.” Nothing could be farther ernment and elsewhere, and not reform county party over these last five years Initial List of Endorsements: bling experience. I have actively been cilwoman; Steve Hockaday, council- from the truth. Let us examine the advo- anything in their societal or govern- calling municipal chairpersons, local man; Linda Carter, freeholder; Jerry as his running mate even as his health Cranford, Ann Dooley, deputy mayor; cates’ motives: mental system, Mexico has been im- has declined these recent months. It has Patrick Giblin, committeeman; Tom elected Democratic committee mem- Green, assemblyman/DSC member. The Mainstream Press: The main- porting to the U.S. its poverty stricken been an honor and a privilege to stand Hannen, mayor; Jean Maisonneuve, bers, and elected officials. The sup- Rahway, Ray Giacobbe, mayor; stream press has never had any respect and others to the U.S. Also, Mexico on the front lines as his elected vice- committeeman; Fanwood, Anthony port from every corner of the county Kevin O’Brien, chairman; Rodney or love for the American Citizenry be- makes billions in terms of remittances chair and work with Democratic com- Carter, Russel Huegel, Tom Kranz, Erin has been incredibly encouraging, but Farrar, 1st Ward councilman; Michael cause it opposes what they support. sent by Mexicans in the U.S. to Mexico. mittee people throughout Union County McElroy-Barker, and Katherine we’re taking nothing for granted. Cox, 2nd Ward councilman; Bob They want illegal immigrants in the Recently, former Mexican President, to advance our party’s priorities. I wish Mitchell, borough council members, Councilwoman Kim Shaw of Bresenhan, 3rd Ward councilman; country so they can vote for candidates Vicente Fox, was asked if the U.S. should him a speedy path to recovery. and Council President Jack Molenaar; Roselle commented, “as an educator, David Brown, 4th Ward councilman; that will support their agenda. They are defend and have a border with Mexico. Upon his resignation, our county Garwood, Marc Lazarow, Jenn Linken a Democrat, and mother, I believe Jennifer Wenson Maier, 5th Ward just using illegal immigrants for their His response was telling: “No.” party by-laws leave no doubt that the Blumenstock, and Sara Todisco, bor- Nick Scutari has the experience that councilwoman; Joe Giblisco, 6th own schemes. The Catholic Church: The Church vice-chair assumes the role of acting ough council members; we need as a party leader. Education Ward councilman; Joanna Miles, Corporations and Businesses: It is no wants illegal-immigration for the sole chair of the Union County Democratic Linden, Derek Armstead, mayor; is a cornerstone issue in our Demo- councilwoman at-large; James Baker, secret that businesses care about their purpose of getting people in the pews. Committee. This is not an appointed Peter Brown, 3rd Ward councilman; bottom lines or private economy. They That is all. It has nothing to do with the position, it is an elected one. Barry Javick, 2nd Ward councilman; cratic platform. I welcome the oppor- councilman at-large; Jeremy Mojica, want illegal immigrants to save on labor condition or plight of illegal-immigrants. tunity to work with Nick on improv- councilman at-large; Jim Kennedy, In that role, I will work with our Alfred Mohammed, 4th ward council- costs and depress wages. They do want If the church had its way, like Vicente county committee to facilitate a con- man; Lisa Ormon, 1st Ward council- ing educational opportunities for our assemblyman. to pay a worker his or her worth. They Fox, it would call for the elimination of children as well as issues impacting Roselle, Rev. Reginald Atkins, want to get products and services out in the border. In fact, that is what Pope vention in order to fill vacancies, per woman; Ralph Strano, 7th ward coun- the Borough of Roselle.” chairman/council president; Carla the market cheaper with the cheapest Francis has been calling for since the the by-laws of our committee. I will cilman, and MicheleYamakaitis,8th Rahway Mayor Ray Giacobbere Walker, 2nd Ward councilwoman; labor possible. inception of his Papacy. also be asking our county committee ward councilwoman; Roselle, Chris- marked on his endorsement, “Rahway Kim Shaw, 4th Ward councilwoman; The Democratic Party: The Demo- Labor Unions: The rank and file union for their vote for the position on a tine Dansereau, mayor, and Denise is a thriving diverse community and Sam Bishop, 5th Ward councilman; cratic Party, because of their policies members are very much supportive of permanent basis at that convention so Wilkerson, councilwoman; Roselle our working families are the back- Jamel Holley, assemblyman. and positions, has not been welcomed border security, the wall, and tougher that we may continue forward with the Park, Carl Hokanson, mayor; Joseph among Middle America, the South and immigration laws. It is the leadership of great work our party does so well. Petrosky, 2nd Ward councilman and bone of the community. Nick comes Scotch Plains, John DelSordi, chair- Linden Mayor Derek Armstead Michael Connelly, 4th ward from a blue-collar background and man; Luisa Bianco, UCDC 5th vice- the Midwest. Instead of examining and the Unions that do not. They want ille- looking at these positions and policies, gal-immigration because they think il- endorsement:“I stand in full support of councilman;Scotch Plains, Rose advanced all the way to the State chair. Colleen Mahr to be the next chair of our Checchio, councilwoman; Senate by rolling up his sleeves. He Springfield, Bruce Bergen, free- what they seek is to change the elector- legal immigrants are easy to manipu- ate for the purpose of getting easy votes late, and to increase their membership county party and I am running as her Springfield, Chris Capodice, has stood up to former Governor Chris holder. and to obtain office. They care not one and negate native born workers. This vice-chair. As a fellow mayor, Colleen councilman;Summit, Nora Radest, Christie and Trenton bullies. I have Summit, Jordan Glatt, former once for their voters or for the people position is held by leaders of the AFL- knows how important it is to listen to mayor; and Beth Little, councilwoman no doubt that Nick Scutari is the leader mayor, that support them, what they care about CIO, Teamsters and others. all opinions and include every stake- at-large;Union, Suzette Cavadas, we need.” Winfield, Margaret McManus, is power, and, like they use the African- I am a believer and strong supporter holder. She has been a strong, visionary mayor; Joseph Florio, Manuel Senate President Stephen Sweeney chairwoman. American community to get it, they of Altruism. I believe that many do and leader for our party and I will be asking Figueiredo, Clifton People, and Michele endorsed Scutari noting that his lead- Union County Democratic want to use illegal-immigrants for the support policies, positions from the county committee members to vote for Delisfort, township committee mem- ership in Trenton position him to be Women’s Club, Cherron Rountree, same reason. goodness of their hearts and want to us so we can continue fighting for bers; Westfield, Shelley Brindle, mayor; an effective leader for Union County. co-founder; Phyllis Mirabella, co- The Republican Party: The Republi- contribute to making a better world. Democrats throughout the county. Our David Contract, Ward 3 councilman; Retiring Union County Chairman and founder; Amy Wagner, co-founder; can elite, along with libertarians and the However, the groups that I cite are not work begins in Union County and, now Mike Dardia, Ward 2 councilman; Linda Assemblyman Jerry Green also en- Angie Devanney, co-founder/commit- corporate wing, want illegal immigra- like that. They are users and abusers. more than ever, the Union County Habgood, Ward 1, councilwoman, and dorsed Sen. Scutari. With endorse- teewoman; tion to please businesses and compete They are con-men and women who only Democratic Party needs leadership that Dawn Mackey, Ward 4 councilwoman. ments still rolling in, Senator Scutari’s NJ LGBTQ Democratic Caucus of on a global scale. The Republican es- care about themselves, their private will engage and listen to county com- Mayor Colleen Mahr support represents nearly 60 percent Union County, Danni Newbury, tablishment cares not one iota for Ameri- economies and their power. They should mittee members and Democrats Fanwood of the Union County Democratic founder; Robert Charkowsky, officer. can workers, their families or for the be shunned and, if possible, sent pack- throughout the county in the fight for country itself. They want that cheap ing to Outer Mongolia. Committee. Union County Young Democrats, labor and the hell if it depresses wages Updated endorsements for Nick Kyle Holder, vice-president; Manuel Alex Pugliese and earning. They are very much for Kenilworth This is your new home Scutari for Democratic Chairman: E. Ramirez, treasurer; Brandon Giv- open borders and some go to the ex- Retiring Union County Democratic ens, Outreach Committee; Elton we are talking about Chairman Jerry Green; Armady, Legislative Committee; Berkeley Heights, George W. Janna Williams, Veterans Caucus; Eric DUGHI, HEWIT & DOMALEWSKI Devanney, chairman; Susan Poage, M. Brinton, Nathalie Hernandez, councilwoman; Steve Yellin, Com- Nicholas Micheludis, Elijah Junior, mitteeman. Nicole DeAugstine, Robert Criminal Defense Matters Clark, Laura Scutari, UCDC comp- Charkowsky, and Eugene Esquival. troller. Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D-22nd) State and Municipal Criminal Court Cranford, John Salerno, chairman Linden Owen Brand and Bette Jane Kowalski, freeholder. Motor Vehicle Tickets • DWI Mortgage Development Officer Elizabeth, Tony Teixeira, chairman/ UCDC Vice-Chairman; J. 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Dombroski passed Mr. Dombroski is survived by his Black History Month during Feb- describes the intense manhunt that ary 26, 2018. service commendations away Friday, January 26, 2018, in loving wife of 52 years, Judith (Bell) ruary. Programs will begin with a ensued when Washington’s slave Born in Phillipsburg, for resuscitating one of Overlook Medical Cen- Dombroski; by his children’s story time this Saturday, Ona Judge ran away. A limited num- N.J., on April 8, 1945, the employees of a plant ter in Summit. He was daughter, Dana February 3, at 11 a.m., featuring a ber of books will be available to Mr. Matviak is the son while on assignment in 77 years old. Dombroski Maher, and reading of “Hey Tuskegee” by au- borrow beginning today, Thursday, of George and Flemington, N.J., and Born in Shamokin, her husband, Gary; by thor Robert E. Constant. February 1. Registration is required. Gertrude Andrews also for his participa- Pa., to Joseph and Stella his son, Charles Anthony A full day of programs are For more information and to regis- Matviak of Warren tion in emergency food (Zurinski) Dombroski, Dombroski, and his wife, planned for the following Satur- ter for these free events, go to Glen, N.J. He is sur- distribution during the Tony lived in Scotch Tressa; and by his grand- day, February 10. From 9:30 to scotlib.org, e-mail [email protected], vived by Colleen Ford, massive New York City Plains for many years. children, Jacob 11:30 a.m., artist Mansa Mussa will call (908) 322-5007, extension no. whom he married on power blackout in 1977. He was a Westfield resi- Dombroski, Brian lead an intergenerational program 204, or visit the library Reference Desk. December 28, 1968; Gary Matviak served dent since 1973. Maher, Jason Maher and creating Freedom Collages. Com- The Scotch Plains Public Library is his daughter, Megan as a member of the New After graduating from Natalie Grace pleted collages will be displayed located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. Mabry, and her hus- Jersey National Guard Scotch Plains-Fanwood Dombroski. He also is in the library gallery throughout band, Dr. Stephen from 1967 to 1973. Af- High School, Mr. survived by a brother, Jo- the month. Space is limited and WCC to Celebrate Mabry, and his beloved ter retirement from the Dombroski enlisted in Anthony F. Dombroski seph Dombrowski. registration is required. Family granddaughter, Emma, Gary E. Matviak USDA in 2004, Mr. the United States Army, Visitation was held on groups working together can regis- Black Hist. Month of Arlington, Va. Matviak volunteered at and was stationed primarily in Ger- Tuesday, January 30, at the Memo- ter as a single entity. WESTFIELD — The Westfield In addition, Mr. Matviak is sur- the New Jersey Veterans Home in many. Tony began his career in the rial Funeral Home, 155 South Av- At 1:30 p.m., the library will Community Center’s annual Black vived by his brother, Gregory Menlo Park, N.J. An avid skier, Mr. title industry over 50 years ago, and enue, Fanwood, N.J. 07023. unveil an exhibition from the Gilder History Month celebration will take Matviak, and his wife, Carla, of Matviak enjoyed the mountains of in 1972 founded A.F.D. Title Com- In lieu of flowers, please make Lehrman Institute of American His- place on Saturday, February 24, at the Punta Gorda, Fla., and two sisters, Pennsylvania, as well as traveling, pany in Scotch Plains. He continued contributions to the Salvation Army tory entitled “Frederick Douglass Community Center. This annual event Ann Masenior and her husband, sailing and swimming. He was a to work until the end. Tony, a Civil at www.salvationarmyusa.org; to the From Slavery to Freedom: the Jour- serves as a fundraiser as well as a time Gary, of Washington, N.J., and Su- faithful participant in the historic War buff, enjoyed gardening, travel- Shriners Hospitals for Children at ney to New York City.” to bring the local community together san Unangst and her husband, Warren Glen, N.J., annual picnic. ing, and spending time at the beach, www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org, At 2 p.m., Douglas Jones, Ph.D., for an evening of music, food, con- Ronald, of Easton, Pa. A private burial at the Sts. Philip but most of all he cherished time or to a charity of your choosing. of Rutgers University, will present versation and fun. Mr. Matviak was a member of the and James Cemetery will be held at spent with his family and friends. February 1, 2018 “Frederick Douglass: Reader, The event is set to begin at 7 p.m. Phillipsburg High School Class of a future date. Preacher, Orator,” a lecture about and will feature the Universal Sound 1963, serving on its 50th reunion February 1, 2018 Douglass’ public-speaking career Band performing a mix of blues, jazz from local preacher to world-renown and Motown classics. Refreshments orator. He will highlight the influ- and food will be furnished and door ences that gave shape to Douglass’ prizes will be awarded. The public is Genealogical Soc. to Hear rhetorical practice and helped make invited to attend. his speaking career so memorable. Tickets for this event are $20 and Light refreshments will be served. can be purchased online at Of Lincoln’s Jersey Roots Registration is recommended. westfieldcommunitycenter.org or di- WESTFIELD — The Genealogi- of Lincoln’s ancestor’s residence. He Programming will continue on rectly obtained by contacting the ex- cal Society of the West Fields in- also will cover, briefly, Mr. Lincoln’s Thursday, February 15, at 7 p.m., ecutive director of the center, Velvet vites the community to join Hugh own two visits to the state. with a book discussion led by Linda Rogers, at (908) 232-4759. Brennan at its meeting on Thurs- Additionally, he will touch on the Caldwell Epps, Ph.D. She will dis- The Westfield Community Center day, February 8, for a talk about connections of a few other promi- cuss “Never Caught: The has been serving the local community “Abraham Lincoln’s family roots in nent Civil War figures to New Jer- Washingtons’ Relentless Pursuit of since 1935. It is located at 558 West New Jersey.” The meeting will be sey, and, briefly, the New Jersey an- their Runaway Slave” by Erica Broad Street, at the corner of Palsted held at 1 p.m. at the Westfield Me- tecedent of President Barack Obama. Armstrong Dunbar. A revelatory ac- Avenue and West Broad Street. morial Library, located at 550 East Mr. Brennan’s own background Broad Street. is that of a lifelong student of his- In discussing the 16th President’s tory. He is a graduate of the Univer- Garwood Library Highlights family history, Mr. Brennan will out- sity of Oregon and has pursued line the social, material and political graduate studies in history at Rutgers atmosphere of New Jersey at the time University. He has been making his- February Programming tory presentations to various groups COUNCILMAN VISITS CUBS...Cub Scout Pack 673 from Jefferson Elementary Caregivers to Meet for several years. School in Westfield welcomed Councilman Mark LoGrippo to their January 10 GARWOOD — The Garwood Pub- the little ones there is Storytime on den meeting. Councilman LoGrippo talked to the Scouts about being a public lic Library, located at 411 Third Av- Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., and LEGO Mr. Brennan concentrates on the servant and taught them about some Westfield history. Monday Evening Civil War era, American military enue, welcomes adults and children club is available on Thursdays, Feb- WESTFIELD — A support group history, with emphasis on the hu- for programs during February. ruary 8 and 22, for ages 4 to 12. for those caring for elderly or chroni- man side of the story. Mr. Brennan’s Networking Group to Learn The Thursday Night Book Club Children who enjoy arts and crafts cally ill loved ones will meet on presentations are informed by his will meet tonight, February 1, at 7 can make a Pop-Up Penguin at Kids’ Monday, February 5. Meetings are professional experience in automo- p.m., while the Monday Book Club Craft on Thursday, February 15. held on the first non-holiday Mon- tive marketing, management and About Meditation Benefits will meet at 1 p.m. on February 26. Thanks to a grant from the Union day of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the training, where he has made hun- Both clubs are for adults. Adults also County Board of Chosen Freeholders, parish center of St. Helen’s Roman dreds of presentations to groups SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch mance, as well as those in transition. may enjoy a valentine craft on Tues- the library is offering museum passes Catholic Church on Lamberts Mill large and small. Light refreshments Plains-Mountainside Public Librar- Through No Place Like Aum, LLC day, February 6, at 6 p.m., or the to the following museums: The In- Road in Westfield. will follow the meeting. ies’ Career Networking Group will and Focused Mind Dynamics, she Knitting Club every Monday and trepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in These are information and sharing meet on Monday, February 12, at provides personal and business cli- Thursday at 10:30 a.m. (needles and New York City; Grounds for Sculp- sessions. For more information, in- AARP Chapter Slates 6:30 p.m., at the Scotch Plains Public ents with private and group classes, yarn provided). On Fridays at 10 a.m., ture in Hamilton; Imagine That, a terested persons are invited to call Library. The topic will be learning to workshops and seminars. visitors can watch a movie and enjoy hands-on children’s museum in Marilyn Ryan at (908) 233-8757. Monday Meeting manage job-search stress. This program is free and open to refreshments. Florham Park; The Newark Museum; SCOTCH PLAINS — The Susan Wilk will discuss how the all. Participants may register online The band Rewind will perform on Victoria Hall of Science and Ballantine PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield Area AARP Chapter 4137 practice of meditation benefits indi- at scotlib.org, by calling the library at Thursday, February 15, at 7 p.m., House and Liberty Hall. Passes may will meet on Monday, February 5, at viduals mentally, physically and emo- (908) 322-5007, extension no. 204, playing favorites from the ’50s, ’60s be borrowed by adult residents in good TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD 1 p.m., in the newly-renovated Scotch tionally — in just minutes a day. She or e-mailing [email protected]. and ’70s. While at the library, attend- standing with the library. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Hills Country Club facility, located at also will lead participants in tech- Individuals can connect with the ees also can enter a Valentine’s con- The Garwood Public Library is In accordance with the ordinances of the Jerusalem Road and Plainfield Av- niques to help them reconnect with libraries’ Career Networking Group test. Participants are invited to match open Monday through Thursday, from Township of Cranford, and the statutes of the State of New Jersey, Notice is hereby enue in Scotch Plains. their inner peace and calm, using an on LinkedIn, Career Networking the first line of each book to the 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays, from 9 a.m. served upon you that an application for Ellen Steinberg, managing editor of integrative approach grounded in Group at SPPL. popular romance novel it comes from to 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays, from 9 development, Application No. ZBA-17-026 the Senior News, will be the guest meditation to care for their bodies, The Scotch Plains Public Library and receive a valentine treat and a a.m. to 1 p.m. The library will be to be located in Zone: R-1, on the premises speaker. She also is director of the minds and spirits. is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one chance to win a special gift. closed Monday, February 19, for known as 16 Madison Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey 07016, Block No. 309, Lot No. board of trustees and chairwoman of Ms. Wilk is a certified instructor block from Park Avenue, in the center For youngsters, Kids’ Chess is of- Presidents’ Day. The library can be 5, has been submitted by: Jose Riera of 16 the Senior Citizens Council of Union and veteran meditator who knows of the township. fered every Monday at 3 p.m. “De- contacted at (908) 789-1670 or Madison Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey County. Ms. Steinberg will discuss her firsthand the wide-ranging benefits sign It — The Kids Engineering [email protected]. Further 07016. responsibilities with the Senior News, of meditation and its practical appli- Club,” for grades 4 and up, is held on information also is available at the The proposed development involves and Westfield Rec. Offers requires the granting of relief from the which covers topics of interest to the cation to daily life. For more than 15 Tuesdays at 3 p.m., while “Inventive library’s website at youseemore.com/ following requirements of the ordinance so senior population, as well as her duties years, she has taught in personal, busi- Dance-Fitness Class Investigation,” the library’s STEM- garwood. Individuals also can “like” as to permit: Addition to existing garage with the Senior Citizens Council. ness, educational and healthcare set- WESTFIELD — The Westfield Rec- themed program for grades 3 and up, the library on Facebook at that will require a side yard variance and a The business meeting, refreshments tings. Drawing on her business and meets on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. For facebook.com/garwoodlibrary. building height variance and any addi- reation Department is offering a new tional relief that may be required from the and fellowship will follow the pro- legal background, Ms. Wilk has taught class called LaBlast that combines dance board. gram. Interested persons are invited people facing demands of job perfor- with fitness and music. It was created The Zoning Board will conduct a public to come to this meeting and to join the by Louis van Amstel and is based on WAYVE Seeks Applicants hearing on this matter on February 12, chapter. Because the Westfield Food dances seen on television’s “Dancing 2018 at 8:00 p.m. in Room 107 of the Pantry is the chapter’s charitable fo- Cranford Township Municipal Building, 8 Legal Advertising With the Stars.” Focused more on move- Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New Jer- cus, attendees are asked to bring a ment than thought, it is designed to For Teen Philanthropy Bd. sey. Any person or persons affected by non-perishable food item or a toiletry MORE IN BACK SECTION release inhibitions and move the body, WESTFIELD — The Westfield educate the next generation of fu- this application will have an opportunity to item that will be given to the Food putting fun back into exercise. present any objections to the proposed Pantry housed in the Holy Trinity Area Youth Volunteer Experience ture philanthropists in our area.” development. The Board does, however, PUBLIC NOTICE All fitness levels are welcome and (WAYVE) Program is seeking ap- Tom Beck, JFSCNJ executive di- have the right to exclude repetitious testi- School. Anyone with questions about individuals do not have to be a TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD plicants to join its newly-created rector, echoed her sentiment to fur- mony. the meeting is invited to call Ilsa at CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY Westfield resident to attend the class. Teen Philanthropy Board. ther “sensitize teens to have a better All documents relating to this application (908) 322-1788. LaBlast meets in the Community may be inspected by the public Monday NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD “The WAYVE Teen Philanthropy understanding of the gamut of non- through Friday between the hours of 8:00 Room of the Westfield Municipal The Township of Cranford has awarded Program seeks to educate teens on profit agencies in the area and help a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Planning/Zoning PUBLIC NOTICE a contract pursuant to the Non-Fair and Building, located at 425 East Broad Department, Cranford Township Munici- the vital roles that non-profit agen- donate the funds they require to Open Process (NJSA 19:44-1 et seq.) This Street, on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Par- pal Building, 8 Springfield Avenue, TOWN OF WESTFIELD cies play in improving the lives of fulfill their missions.” contract and Resolution No. 2018-113 Cranford, New Jersey. WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY ticipants may drop in and try a class authorizing said contract are available for the residents of Union County, by The WAYVE Teen Philanthropy Applicant: for a $10 fee. For more information GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 2092 public inspection at the office of the Mu- walking the teens, step-by-step, Program will be open to teens ages Jose Riera or to register, visit westfieldnj.gov/ nicipal Clerk. through the entire grant review pro- 13 to 17 who reside in Westfield or 16 Madison Avenue AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND recreation or call (908) 789-4080. Cranford, New Jersey 07016 THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF Awarded to: Parker, Ibrahim and Berg cess,” said WAYVE Program Di- the neighboring areas. Once ac- 1 T - 02/01/18, The Leader Fee: $37.23 WESTFIELD, CHAPTER 13 LLC rector Jill Dispenza. cepted to the board, participants are (HANDICAPPED PARKING) Service: Provision of legal advice and PUBLIC NOTICE The WAYVE Program is made expected to attend all five meetings PUBLIC NOTICE services regarding PILOT issues as it re- Notice is hereby given that General Or- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS lates to the Birchwood property. possible through a grant from the beginning on March 26 and con- TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD dinance 2092 was finally adopted by the RECREATION COMMISSION Fee: Not to exceed $20,000 Westfield Foundation and is coor- tinuing April 23, May 7, May 14, ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Town Council of the Town of Westfield at a Date: January 23, 2018 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN meeting held January 30, 2018. dinated by Jewish Family Service and ending with the announcement In accordance with the ordinances of the that the Recreation Commission of the Tara Rowley, RMC Patricia Donahue of Central New Jersey (JFSCNJ), a of grant recipients on May 21. All Township of Cranford, and the statutes of Township of Scotch Plains has scheduled Town Clerk Township Clerk the State of New Jersey, Notice is hereby a meeting for the following dates: non-profit, non-sectarian health and meetings will take place at The 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $14.28 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $19.38 served upon you that an application for February 5, 2018 social service agency serving all Westfield Foundation, located at development, Application No. ZBA-17-028 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m. and residents of Union County. 301 North Avenue West, Westfield, to be located in Zone: R-4, on the premises be held at Shady Rest/Scotch Hills Coun- Prospective WAYVE Teen Phi- at 7 p.m. known as 1 Roger Avenue, Cranford, New NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION try Club, 820 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Jersey 07016, Block No. 437, Lot No. 21, DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Plains, New Jersey 07076; and lanthropy Program applicants are The Teen Philanthropy Board will has been submitted by: Don Kuczera of 1 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 In accordance with the requirements of expected to fill out an application be mentored by Mr. Beck, Ms. Sarkos Roger Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Title II of the Americans with Disabilities expressing their interest in apply- and Darielle Walsh, Westfield com- 07016. Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under Act of 1990 (“ADA”), the Township of Scotch ing to the program, and to make a munity leader. They will help teens The proposed development involves and N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 2/6/18, downloaded, and Plains does not discriminate against quali- requires the granting of relief from the publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New fied individuals with disabilities on the ba- one-time donation of $300 each to decide which proposals will receive following requirements of the ordinance so Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey sis of disability in its services, programs, or serve on the board. Limited schol- their support based on addressing as to permit: Ground level deck 12 feet off 08625; for: activities. Anyone who requires an auxil- arships will be available. The money the needs to improve the lives of back of house and any additional relief that Maintenance Structural Steel and Aluminum Repair Contract, North - 2018, iary aid or service for effective communi- will be used to fund the grants. The Union County residents. may be required from the board. Various Sites Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union and cation, or a modification of policies or pro- The Zoning Board will conduct a public Warren (Including & North of Route 57) Counties; 100% State; DP No: 18417 cedures to participate in a program, ser- Westfield Foundation and JFSCNJ Under the guidance of their men- hearing on this matter on 02/12/2018 at Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 (P.L 1975, c. vice, or activity of Scotch Plains should also will contribute funds for the tors, the members of the WAYVE 8:00 p.m. in Room 107 of the Cranford 127); N.J.A.C. 17:27. contact Municipal Manager/Township of grants. Teen Philanthropy Board will be Township Municipal Building, 8 Spring- Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.19, contractors must provide a Certification and Scotch Plains designated ADA Coordina- Janet Sarkos, president of the involved with the proposal review field Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey. Any Disclosure of Political Contribution Form prior to contract award. tor as soon as possible before the sched- person or persons affected by this applica- Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, uled event. Notifying the ADA coordinator Westfield Foundation, expressed the and selection process. The final tion will have an opportunity to present any Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontrac- at least 72 hours in advance will enable the Foundation’s desire to “cultivate and meeting on May 21 will culminate objections to the proposed development. tors prior to contract award or authorization. Township to arrange for appropriate re- with the awarding of grants to the The Board does, however, have the right Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey sources. The ADA does not require the proposal they have chosen to fund. to exclude repetitious testimony. Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Wage and Hour Compli- Township of Scotch Plains to take any All documents relating to this application ance at the time of bid. action that would fundamentally alter the The awarding of grants will be pub- may be inspected by the public Monday Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid nature of its programs or services, or im- licized in local news venues. through Friday between the hours of 8:00 Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe, pose an undue financial or administrative Anyone who is interested in ap- a.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Planning/Zoning follow the instructions on the web site. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans burden. Complaints that a program, ser- plying to the program should e-mail Department, Cranford Township Munici- and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly vice, or activity of Scotch Plains is not pal Building, 8 Springfield Avenue, payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected accessible to or inclusive of persons with [email protected]. Teens Cranford, New Jersey. (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the disabilities should be directed to Municipal are encouraged to visit the WAYVE Applicant: following locations: Manager/Township of Scotch Plains des- Facebook and Instagram page and Don Kuczera 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West ignated ADA Coordinator. search the hashtag #ridethewayve 1 Roger Avenue Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 BOZENA LACINA, Cranford, New Jersey 07016 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 Municipal Clerk to learn more about volunteer op- 1 T - 02/01/18, The Leader Fee: $35.19 3 T - 1/18/18, 1/25/18 and 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $168.30 1 T - 02/01/18, The Times Fee: $35.70 portunities in the program. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 1, 2018 Page 7 OLL to Honor Feast Day, ‘Survivors Club’ Authors To Anniversary of Chapel Speak at Temple Emanu-El MOUNTAINSIDE — The parish of Jack Schuvart, Frank Ciccarino and WESTFIELD — For 70 years, what can happen when discrimina- community of Our Lady of Lourdes Irene Ciccarino. It has remained a place Holocaust survivor Michael tion is ignored. will celebrate the Feast of Our Lady where the faithful visit with the Blessed Bornstein chose to stay silent about Mr. Bornstein and Ms. Bornstein of Lourdes and the 18th anniversary Sacrament 24 hours a day, seven days a his story. He was not sure what he Holinstat will speak at Temple Emanu- of their Perpetual Adoration Chapel week. There are always scheduled ador- remembered and some parts were El on Tuesday, March 27, at 7:30 on Sunday, February 11, with a Mass ers present while the Holy Eucharist is too painful to discuss. p.m., with a book signing and recep- at 5 p.m., to be followed by a light exposed. The chapel opened on the feast Then he discovered a document tion to follow. According to Temple supper in the church hall. day of Our Lady of Lourdes and shares from a museum in Israel that re- Emanu-El, the pair is excited to re- Father Bill Benedetto, parochial its anniversary with the feast day each vealed a stunning detail about his turn to the town where the Bornstein vicar at Our Lady of Lourdes, will be year. survival. That began a journey by family lived for many years. the main celebrant and homilist. The dedicated leaders who keep Mr. Bornstein and his daughter, Residents of Westfield and sur- The Adoration Chapel first opened on the chapel organized, the hundreds of Debbie Bornstein Holinstat, a rounding communities are invited February 11, 2000, thanks to the efforts scheduled adorers updated and who broadcast news producer, to learn to attend this very special Holo- make sure every hour is covered are more. It culminated with the fa- caust remembrance event. Temple Fanwood Presb. Plans Irene Ciccarino and Kathy Snyder. ther-daughter team writing “Survi- Emanu-El is located at 756 East Division leaders are Kathy Snyder vors Club: The True Story of a Broad Street, Westfield. Shrove Tue. Pancakes (midnight to 6 a.m.), Marianne Tay- Very Young Prisoner of Auschwitz” Mr. Bornstein is committed to FANWOOD — The Fanwood Pres- lor (6 a.m. to noon), Tinkey Dunne – a Holocaust memoir and New ensuring that future generations byterian Church invites all to a meal (noon to 6 p.m.) and Elizabeth Soares COMPASSION AND CARING...New Imagine volunteer facilitators gather York Times bestseller. never forget the atrocities of the of pancakes, sausages and applesauce (6 p.m. to midnight). after their recent four-day training. Pictured, from left to right, are: Back row, Now, armed with new informa- Holocaust, never discount the value on Shrove Tuesday, February 13. The Parish of Our Lady of Lourdes Program Director Mandi Zucker, Marilyn Toriello of Westfield, Jeff Harris of tion about his survival, and against of optimism, and never underesti- Westfield, Sean Foley of Scotch Plains, Debbie Worms of Westfield, Leslie There will be continuous seating be- is extremely proud of its Adoration Barmakian of Westfield and Clinical Training Director Connie Palmer, and a backdrop of rising anti-Semitism mate the power of a parent’s love. tween 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Chapel and of the hundreds of people front row, Lisa Schwartz of Westfield and Alexandra Tinfow of Mountainside. and racism worldwide, Mr. For further information about this The celebrations on the Tuesday from within and outside the parish Additional volunteers will be trained in July. Bornstein and his daughter are ea- event, contact Executive Director before Ash Wednesday and the who devotedly keep their scheduled ger to share what they have learned. Brian Chartock at (908) 232-6770, Lenten season are called many things: hour every week and those who fill in They have appeared on television, extension no. 114, or visit Mardi gras, Facshing, Fat Tuesday when the need arises. Imagine Schedules Training radio and at speaking engagements tewnj.org/events/survivors- or Shrove Tuesday. It is a day of fun All are invited to join in celebrating nationwide, reminding listeners of club.html. and eating sweet and fat things be- this milestone. Our Lady of Lourdes is fore the fasting of Lent. located at 300 Central Avenue, Of Volunteer Facilitators Tickets will be available in ad- Mountainside. For information, call Mountainside Library Posts vance and at the door for $5 a person the Parish Office at (908) 232-1162. MOUNTAINSIDE — Imagine, A “As our programs continue to grow, or $15 for a family. Center for Coping with Loss, has so does our need for additional highly- The church dining room is located Service League Shop announced that training of new vol- trained facilitators,” said Mandi Activities For February on the corner of Marian Avenue and unteer facilitators will take place dur- Zucker, Imagine program director. McDermott Place. Visitors are asked Offers Valentine Gifts ing the summer. “Our programs are growing because MOUNTAINSIDE — The will take place Friday, February 9, at 1 to park on the street and enter through SCOTCH PLAINS — Beginning A free, year-round, peer grief sup- of the great need in this community Mountainside Public Library has an- p.m. This month’s performance is a the ramp door off Marian Avenue. For Tuesday, February 6, the Fanwood- port center located in Mountainside, — over 700 children annually will nounced its schedule of programs for 1978 recording of Tosca by Giacomo more information or to order tickets in Scotch Plains Service League Thrift Imagine serves all of Union County lose a parent to death in Union County the first half of February, and all its Puccini. advance, call the church office at (908) Shop, located at 1741 East 2nd Street, and beyond. Imagine serves children, alone. Over 260 children and adults movie offerings for the month. The “Valentine Card Workshop” will be 889-8891 or e-mail [email protected]. Scotch Plains, will feature teapots young adults and parents/guardians from over 55 New Jersey towns are library will be closed on Monday, Feb- held Saturday, February 10, from 11 and candy-filled mugs to give that who have had a parent, sibling or currently participating every two ruary 19, in observance of Presidents’ a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants are invited to Blood Drive to Be special someone for Valentine’s Day. child die. Support groups for weeks at Imagine. The volunteers that Day. drop in when they can to make one-of- The store’s volunteer staff is avail- caregivers of a person living with a run these support groups are the heart Tuesday Night Movies will include a-kind valentines for someone special. Held Tomorrow able to help shoppers choose gifts life-altering physical illness also are of the program and we could not offer The Glass Castle (2017, PG-13) on Children will need an adult helper. There BERKELEY HEIGHTS — A from the Collectors’ Corner, jewelry available. these groups without them.” February 6; Going in Style (2017, PG- will be cards to make for preschoolers blood drive will take place tomorrow, and bric-a-brac collection. Custom- Support groups are facilitated by Volunteer facilitators learn how to 13) on February 13; The Secret of Roan through adults. Interested persons are Friday, February 2, from 1:30 to 6:30 ers also are invited to check the shop trained adult volunteers who attend a create a safe space and facilitate dif- Inish (1995, PG) on February 20, and asked to register by calling the library at p.m. It will be held at Summit Medi- board for weekly specials. Among its four-day training and quarterly con- ficult conversations. Through the The Big Sick (2017, R) on February 27. (908) 233-0115 to ensure there are cal Group, located at 1 Diamond Hill merchandise, the shop has a collec- tinuing education programs. Volun- training, they learn skills that will Each film will begin at 6:30 p.m. enough supplies on hand. Road, Berkeley Heights. tion of late winter clothing. teers come from all walks of life and serve them not only at Imagine but in Brown Bag Academy: The Great Additional programs for later in the To make an appointment or for more Thrift shop hours are Tuesday need no special background other their own lives as well. Courses series will continue this month month will be announced. To register information, download the American through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., than a willingness to listen, a heart Anyone interested in learning more on Mondays, except for February 19, at for library programs, visit the library or Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For inclined to serve, and the ability to be about the next training, scheduled for 1:15 p.m. The course is “How to Listen call (908) 233-0115. The Mountainside redcrossblood.org or call 1-(800)- more information, call (908) 322- with children and adults in pain with- July 19 to 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To and Understand Great Music,” nar- Public Library is located at 1 Constitu- RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). 5420 during business hours. out trying to fix, solve or give advice. daily, or about Imagine, may contact rated by Professor Robert Greenberg, tion Plaza. Seven new volunteers were recently Ms. Zucker at [email protected] music historian-in-residence at the San PUBLIC NOTICE trained to become facilitators. or visit the website at imaginenj.org. Francisco Performances. Participants TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Scotch Plains Public Library are invited to bring their lunch; coffee, TOWNSHIP COUNCIL tea and cookies will be served. SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE Westfield Library to Feature “Pipsqueak Players” will be featured PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Announces Teen Programs today and next Thursday, February 1 that the Township of Scotch Plains has and February 8, at 3:45 p.m. scheduled a Special Meeting for Satur- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Potter anime, participate in games Zumba Gold For Adults Mountainside-based Pipsqueak Play- day, February 10, 2018 at 8:30 AM. The Plains Public Library is offering teens and activities, and enjoy snacks. Pre- ers is a youth literacy enrichment pro- purpose of the meeting is for: various ways to stay active and warm registration is required. WESTFIELD — The Westfield sons are advised to visit the Westfield gram designed to boost fluency, com- BUDGET WORKSESSION during February. For more information on the Memorial Library will present a Memorial Library website, wmlnj.org, prehension and confidence by integrat- Formal action may be taken at these Students in grades 5 to 12 are in- library’s after-school teen club and Zumba Gold for Adults class on and click on the “About Us” tab to see ing theatrical concepts in a supportive meetings. The meeting will be held in the 2nd Floor vited to join the Coding Club on the chess club, visit the library’s four Wednesday mornings in Feb- if their library is a MURAL partici- and fun workshop-style environment. Council Meeting Room at the Township Wednesday, February 7, at 6 p.m., to website at scotlib.org/teens. ruary. The library is located at 550 pant. To register for the Zumba Gold The final sessions of this series will Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, learn or improve their coding skills. To register for these events, visit East Broad Street. program, visit wmlnj.org and click on explore different picture books culmi- Scotch Plains, New Jersey. The Township The library will provide Microsoft scotlib.org, e-mail [email protected], Certified Zumba instructor Andrea the Online Calendar, or call (908) 789- nating in a performance at the end of of Scotch Plains does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Those Surface tablets and iPads, along with call (908) 322-5007, extension no. Lawson will present the 45-minute, 4090, option 0. each class. Classes are designed for 5- individuals requiring auxiliary aids and suggestions for websites and pro- 204, or stop by the library Reference low-intensity class on consecutive Westfield Memorial Library to 7-year-olds. Pre-registration is re- services must notify the ADA Coordinator grams that can teach useful coding Desk. The Scotch Plains Public Li- Wednesdays, February 7, 14, 21 and hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Mon- quired. of the Township of Scotch Plains as soon skills. No formal instruction is pro- brary is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, 28, at 10 a.m., accompanied by the day through Thursday; 9:30 a.m. to The Friday Operas on Film series, as possible in advance of the meeting. BOZENA LACINA, vided; students can pick the programs one block from Park Avenue, in the Latin sounds of salsa and merengue. 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and 1 sponsored by the T. Robel Hill Founda- Municipal Clerk and websites that match their skill center of the township. Participants should wear comfort- to 5 p.m. on Sunday. tion and presented by Mena Clemson, 1 T - 2/1/18, The Times Fee: $22.44 levels. No registration is required, able clothes and sneakers. For more information on library but space is limited. Tablets will be Youth Chess Club This program is open to Westfield programs and services, call (908) distributed on a first-come, first- Memorial Library and MURAL 789-4090, visit wmlnj.org and sign Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. served basis. Sets Feb. Sessions cardholders. MURAL cardholders up for the monthly e-newsletter, “Li- The YA Chat Club will meet on SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch belong to the 43 libraries that are part brary Loop,” or stop by the library “25 Years Experience” Thursday, February 8, at 3 p.m., to Plains and Fanwood Library of the Middlesex Union Reciprocal for a copy of its award-winning, Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer discuss “Cozy Books to Read on a cardholders, ages 7 to 16, are invited Agreement Libraries. Interested per- quarterly newsletter, “Take Note.” Snow Day” and any other books, to participate in the Scotch Plains movies, television shows and video Public Library’s popular chess club. games that are currently popular. Led by instructor Errol Singh, ses- FAMILY LAW Youth in grades 5 to 12 are invited sions will take place on Wednesdays, to join teen librarian Dana Vocht on February 14 and February 28. Each Westfield Pediatric · Divorce · Domestic Violence Wednesday, February 21, at 6 p.m., session will begin promptly at 6 p.m. · Custody · Child Support for the library’s second teen cooking Pre-registration is required for the Dental Group class. Participants will have an op- chess club and is limited to Scotch portunity to make (and eat) candy Plains and Fanwood Library sushi, learning how to make rice cardholders. Online registration for (908) 232-8787 krispies treats from scratch. Registra- the February 14 session will open on tion is required and will begin on Monday, February 5, while registra- February 7. Individuals are asked to tion for the February 28 session will · DWI · Criminal Defense note any food allergies on the regis- open on Tuesday, February 20. tration form. Space is limited. For more infor- · Business Representation · Civil Litigation The Teen Advisory Board will meet mation, call (908) 322-5007, exten- Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor on Monday, February 26, at 6 p.m. sion no. 204; e-mail Attendees will learn about upcoming [email protected], or stop by the volunteer opportunities and events at library Reference Desk. To learn more the library and discuss what programs about other upcoming activities, check 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 and materials the library should ac- out the library website, scotlib.org. [email protected] richardjkaplow.com quire. After the Teen Advisory Board The Scotch Plains Public Library meeting, the Harry Potter Club and is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one the Teen Anime Club will meet to- block from Park Avenue, in the center gether at 7 p.m. to explore Harry of the township. 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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GETTING CAREER WIN NO. 100...Raider senior Sam Wustefeld, right, ranked first in NJ at 195-lbs, jumped up to face Cougar Rob Schork, the 220-lb UCT champ, and won his 100th career victory during the meet in Cranford on January 24. RYAN NETS 22 PTs, ELLIOTT 11, WICHELNS 11, SPEER 10 Blue Devils’ Late Layup Nips Lady Basketball Cougars, 40-39

By DAVID B. CORBIN of a seesaw nature with neither team After scoring the final three points Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times getting more than a two to four-point of the second quarter, Ryan on an Senior Molly Ryan got the ball into advantage. After a timeout with 1:46 assist from Lily Maz, banged her sec- her hands and rolled in a layup with left in the second quarter and the ond 3-pointer early in the third quar- 9.2 seconds on the clock to give her Cougars ahead, 18-17, Ryan won a ter then Elliott grabbed a rebound on team a one-point lead and the defense scramble and nailed a 3-pointer to the Cougars’ side of the court and managed to withstand a final assault make the score 20-18, but Charlotte drove the full length to put in a layup to earn the Westfield High School VanWhy grabbed an offensive re- and to give the Blue Devils a 28-21 girls basketball team a 40-39 victory bound, rolled in a layup. drew a foul lead. Moments later, Ryan added a over the hosting Cranford Cougars on and sank the free throw to put the steal and converted it to a layup for a January 25. In the final two seconds Cougars back in front 21-20. Senior nine-point lead. of the game, the Cougars actually Grace Elliott answered with a drive- But in a flash, the Cougars an- took a shot, got the rebound and took and-draw (layup, draw foul, free swered with a 10-0 run, which in- a second shot but both were just off throw) manuever with :01.6 on the cluded back-to-back 3-pointers by the mark. It was that close. clock to give the Blue Devils a 23-21 VanWhy and Olivia Speer, respec The entire first half was pretty much lead at the half. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13

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By ALEX LOWE former Abby McKinney (2:16.56) swimmers as the three made their Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times who was fourth. final turns. From there, with the crowd It has been a great season for the In the 50-free, it was more of the cheering for her, McGann willed her- Westfield High School girls swim same where IHA swimmers again self forward, pulling even in the final team. The Lady Blue Devils have swept the top three spots. Isabella strokes and touching just ahead of the returned to the top of the county Arevalo (24.68), Sheridan (24.75) and favored IHA duo. rankings, while racking up some big Horne (24.85) were win, place and “What an amazing swim,” said wins against quality foes. But Im- show ahead of Westfield’s Thomp- Whittington. “When you come from maculate Heart Academy came into son (25.21) in fourth place. After four that far behind, it is just a testament to the Westfield “Y” on January 25 and events the Blue Eagles had built a how much you want it.” quickly proved that the Lady Blue commanding 49-13 lead. McGann’s performance was the Devils still have a way to go before In the 100-butterfly, IHA’s Horne lone bright spot on an otherwise bleak they can compete against the best of took top honors winning in 59.68. day in the water for the Blue Devils. the best. IHA won 10 of 11 races on its Blue Devils McKinney (1:01.60) and IHA went on to win the 200-free way to a crushing 122-48 win. Emma Conlon (1:03.34) took second relay. The team of Arevalo, Dowd, “Ouch,” said Westfield Head Coach and third, respectively. In the 100- McDermott and Horne posted a win- Steve Whittington. “That was some free, Sheridan (53.76) and Arevalo ning time of 1:41.58 followed by performance. The IHA swimmers (54.80) went 1-2 for IHA, while Westfield’s Maloney, McGann, were outstanding today. I wouldn’t be Maloney (55.90) scored a third place Krowinska and Conlon (1:42.19). David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times surprised if some of the times they finish for the Blue Devils. Catherine Fazio (59.23) took the WORKING HIS WAY OUT THE BACK DOOR...Blue Devil senior Sean Dwyer, front, works his way out the back door to get another takedown on Panther Jefferson Garcia in his 160-lb bout. Dwyer defeated Garcia 11-4. REESE DEFEATS CRESPO; DWYER, BENCIVENGA WIN

Roselle Park Matmen Check More photos at goleader.com Blue Devils’ Gamble, 35-22 Ballyhoo Sports By DAVID B. CORBIN received a penalty point to edge Sean was nearly bulldogged to the mat by Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Matthews, 2-0. After Urban’s win by Hoerle’s effort but his strength saved Certain gambles had to be made if forfeit, Blue Devil CJ Composto re- him. Late in the third period, Hummel the Westfield High School wrestling corded six takedowns, an escape and caught Hoerle on the outside circle team figured to have a chance to topple a two-point tight waist tilt to claim a with a tight waist/half nelson for the the hosting Roselle Park Panthers on 15-3 majority decision over Gabe Leo. fall in 5:35 to put the Panthers in front January 26. The Blue Devils took the Next came the Blue Devils’ first 12-10. gamble, won a few but did lose a few manuever, pitting Jake Bencivenga “We knew they were good. We they needed to win as the 16-1 Pan- against Antonio Antonucci at 113- didn’t know where they were going to thers raked in a 35-22 victory. One of lbs. Bencivenga recorded a double- put their 20, 26, 32. We figured we the Panthers’ best maneuvers came leg takedown and went on to claim a needed Hoerle to get on one of them just after the opening bout at 220-lbs 2-1 decision. at 20. We are confident in Luke Hoerle. by moving Ryan Urban up to heavy- “We were counting on Jake. We I have no regrets about the decision. weight to accept a forfeit. went into that match thinking that we Luke wrestled two really good peri- “We knew they didn’t have a heavy- were going to get a win from ods. He’s got about a month to figure weight, so we prepared Urban to be Bencivenga. He had a real nice out this bottom [position] thing, get David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times above 195 just to give us options. We takedown, he rode tough. He’s got to off the bottom. He gets off the bottom, FIRST IN THE 500-FREE...Blue Devil Julia McGann touched first in the 500-freestyle at 5:25.22 in the meet against No. need those extra points because improve a little bit mentally on bot- he’s going to be wrestling in Atlantic 2 Immaculate Heart Academy at the Westfield “Y” on January 25. Westfield has a great team,” Panther tom. If he gets out on bottom, he gets City,” Coach Kurz said. were posting were better than the Still without a first-place finish on 100-back for IHA ahead of Westfield’s Head Coach Ryan Rooney explained. to work on his feet and widens the gap “Westfield’s got a solid squad. It boys.” “Coming in on paper, they are the the day, Westfield was about to get a Thompson (1:01.57). Dani Bonistalli on that kid but he did a nice job. He takes a whole team to do it. One that The visitors came roaring off the standout performance that would break (1:02.63) was third for IHA. better team. We had to make some found a way to win,” Coach Kurz stood out was a freshman going up blocks going 1-2 in the opening race, moves. We liked some of the moves. that winless streak. Julia McGann, a IHA put together another 1-2-3- said. against a county champ, Hoerle, get- the 200-medley relay. Catherine freshman, broke through and pulled finish in the 100-breaststroke. Whang Quite honestly our kids didn’t capi- The next bout was a key gamble by ting a pin. How exciting is that? It gets Fazio, Gigi Baquerizo, Sarah Horne talize on it,” Blue.Devil Head Coach out a thrilling come-from-behind vic- (1:10.94), Nicole Calianese (1:12.84) both teams. Blue Devil Luke Hoerle everybody into the match. Hoerle was and Kate Sheridan won in (1:50.76) tory in the 500-free. McGann rallied to and Alyssa Quicosa (1:13.42) orches- Glen Kurz said. faced freshman Eddie Hummel at 120- aggressive, constantly on the attack. ahead of teammates Dani Bonistalli, In the 220-lb bout, Blue Devil pass a pair of IHA swimmers in the trated the sweep ahead of Westfield’s lbs. After a scoreless first period, Eddie just picked his spot, took his Taylor Whang, Emmy Mazzacano and final 100 yards to win in 5:25.22. top finisher Jenna Daniel (1:15.26). Brendan Loder scored an escape and CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Hummel escaped in the second and Haley Dowd (1:55.40). Westfield’s McGann touched ahead of IHA’s IHA finished out the meet with a top finishers were Keeley Thomp- McDermott (5:25.33) and Kirstin win in the 400-free relay. Arevalo, son, Ellie Cestero, Abby McKinney McGeary (5:25.44) in a rousing three McDermott, Fazio and Sheridan and Marcelina Krowinska (1:55.68) across the pool finish. McGann’s per- posted a winning time of 3:40.44. in third place. formance helped prevent another 1-2- Blue Devils Maloney, Thompson, COLDWELL BANKER Fazio (1:55.60) and Mazzacano 3 sweep by the Blue Eagles. Conlon and McKinney were second (1:58.28) went 1-2 in the 200-freestyle “I was looking to my left through- (3:43.45). & with Westfield’s Muriel Maloney out the final 100 yards,” said McGann. The loss to IHA, rated No. 2 in the XPERIENCE RUST ELIABILITY ERVICE E , T , R S (1:58.53) finishing third. Things got “I was about a body and a half length state, was Westfield’s second loss of worse for the home team when IHA behind with about 75 yards to go but the season. The Blue Devils’ other swept the top three positions in the I felt like I was making good progress. loss came on opening day against Just Listed • Washington School Section 200-Individual Medley. Kelly I just pushed my way through all the Bridgewater-Raritan, the top-rated McDermott (2:14.62), Haley Dowd way to the end.” team in the state by a similar margin. (2:15.53) and Whang (2:15.56) all McGann had pulled to within a IHA’s only loss of the season was finished ahead of Westfield’s top per- quarter body length of the IHA lead against Bridgewater-Raritan.

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By ALEX LOWE just over a minute into the game. But side shooting by Cruse and Drubulis, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times that would be the Raiders’ biggest who each hit a 3-pointer. But once Ibn Lynn scored 13 points to lead lead of the night. In fact, neither team again, UC’s Lynn provided a long- the Union Catholic High School boys would enjoy better than a six-point range answer when he hit a 3-pointer basketball team to a hard fought 49- edge at any point in the game. with 5:55 remaining that cut the lead 44 victory over the hosting Scotch “If we had made few more shots to 36-35. Plains-Fanwood on January 25. In a early, maybe had less turnovers in the “We were up four points right there back and forth affair, the Vikings took first half then I think we could have and we called a time out because we a slim lead late in the contest at 47-41 pulled away from them,” said Laylor. felt like we just needed to get that one with just under 20 seconds left then “We didn’t take full advantage of our big defensive stop,” said Raider Head held on when senior guard Robert fast start and UC plays very aggres- Coach Steve Siracusa. “Then we let Miller converted a pair of free throws sive defense. We know they are a them right back into it with the three- to seal the victory. Senior Lamont good team and they play a hard sched- point shot. Give UC the credit. They Cruse paced the Raiders with 15 points ule. Still, this was a game we could play very aggressive, in your face and was the game’s high scorer. have won.” defense. In some ways they are a lot In a battle between a pair of Scotch When Lynn hit a 3-pointer near the like Rahway but maybe UC has a Plains schools that last met two years end of a defensive dominated first little more size.” ago, this one had the feel of a playoff quarter, the Vikings had forged a tie at Union Catholic would reel off the game. The Raiders have been hot all 8-8. Lynn canned another big pull up next five points to take a 40-36 lead 3-pointer with 41 seconds left before with 3:23 to play. It was part of an 8- season, coming into the contest with Photo courtesy of James Finver just one close loss suffered at Rahway. the half. The Vikings would take a 0 run that took them from four points narrow 22-21 lead into the intermis- down to a four-point lead. There was SCORING THE GAME WINNER...Trevor Tanella scores the winning goal in the Union County Tournament championship Union Catholic stumbled into the game against Summit. match just one game over .500 after sion. still plenty of basketball left to be beginning the season ranked in the Each team was playing stellar de- played though and the Raiders came top 20. Add to that the fact that the last fense but Union Catholic was doing right back when senior Jack Brady RITTENDALE NOTCHES ‘HAT TRICK’, PARK SCORES TWICE time these two teams met in 2016, UC more to disrupt the Raider offense finished a 3-point play when he scored beat the Raiders by 35 points. The from getting into gear. Raider senior on a drive to the basket, was fouled Raiders would have loved to notch a guard Tommy Drubulis, was held and then converted the free throw. high quality win on their belt against scoreless in the first half. Down 40-39 with three minutes Blue Devil Icemen Tie Montclair, a crosstown rival, while the Vikings “We knew they could shoot the ball left, the Raiders had plenty of oppor- were fighting to stay relevant after and score a little bit if you let them get tunities but Union Catholic was effi- several late-game failures this sea- on a run,” said Lynn. “We wanted to cient from the free throw line, hitting son. challenge their outside shooters, es- five of six over the next two minutes Defeat Montclair Kimberly, 5-3 “This was a good road test for us pecially number 4 (Drubulis) get a to build a 45-41 lead with :39 on the against a good team,” said Miller (11 hand in his face, not let them get clock. Drubulis missed a shot that It would have been easy for the separation for open shots.” was rebounded by UC with :22 left. 2, it took another comeback by the hands full early and showed signs of points). “We fought hard throughout Westfield High School boys ice resilient squad from Dorian Road to a county tournament hangover through the game. We did a lot of stuff in The third quarter played out much Giovanni Phillip then scored on a hockey team to have a letdown after as the first half had with each team layup to give the Vikings a 47-41 lead earn an anticlimactic, but respect- two periods. practice this week that focused on upsetting the Summit Hilltoppers to able, 4-4 tie. Eventually the Westfield offense, closing games out in the fourth quar- playing stifling defense. The two with :15 left. Cruse drained a 3- win the Union County tournament. teams each scored seven points in the pointer, cutting the lead to 47-44 with Junior Anthony Oliveri led the way characterized in this game as “The ter. I think we did a good job against They had captured their second county against the Mounties with two goals, Matt Rittendale Show, co-starring them late.” period sending Union Catholic into :05 remaining. Miller then salted the crown in dramatic fashion on the the fourth with a slim one-point lead game away by sinking two free throws including an artful tip of a Senior Alex Park”, took control and iced the Raider senior Dwight Laylor got strength of a gut-check comeback, a Tanner Devin rocket from the point. Cougars by a final of 5-3. Rittendale the game off to a rousing start with a at 29-28. with :03 left. late game-winning goal and some The Raiders surged to a four-point Laylor had six points and 11 re- Other Blue Devil tallies came from posted a hat trick, including a short- dunk of a Jack Brady missed shot. heroic goaltending against a heavily Senior Captain Matt Rittendale and handed solo effort that left MKA fans The Raiders jumped out to a 5-0 lead lead at 36-32 just two minutes into the bounds for the Raiders, who fell to favored rival. final period thanks to some hot out- 12-2. Phillip scored 11 points for Junior Alex Park. Senior Kenneth weeping, and an assist. Park had two after Cruse sank a baseline 3-pointer After reading all the press clip- Meyer did not score but was in a goals and an assist. Duffy earned the Union Catholic which raised its sea- pings about the Summit game, Blue son mark to 9-7. generous mood handing out two as- win with 19 saves. The Blue Devils Devils Head Coach Joe Bertucci knew sists in the tilt. Junior Timmy Rosa are now 10-4-2 on the season. Blue Devil Girls Tie for 2nd “We definitely feel like we can there was the potential for some dis- make a run to finish out the season,” found himself on the scoresheet with Follow the WHS boys varsity ice appointment, “The county champi- a helper of his own. Junior goalie C.J. hockey team on Twitter said Miller. “We play a tough sched- onship was great for the boys, but we ule but everybody on the team knows Duffy stopped 14 of 18 shots. (@westfieldpuck) for an informative At UCT Winter Track Meet need to keep working to improve our In their second contest of the week, and entertaining take on the season’s that we can play with anyone when team” said Bertucci. He added, “This The Westfield High School girls the same height and Aschmies at 4-8. we play together.” Westfield hosted the Montclair Kim- activities. Fans can also visit the team group can accomplish much more if berly Academy (MKA) Cougars, a website (westfieldicehockey.net) to track & field team wound up in a In the boys meet, Blue Devil Matt Union Catholic 8 14 7 20 49 we can stay focused and do our jobs. Muesel finished second in the 1,600 feisty squad that recently picked off a see the schedule of upcoming games. three-way tie with Union and Gover- Sc Pl-Fanwood 8 13 7 16 44 We have a lot of hockey left and now nor Livingston at the Union County at 4:31.35. James McCutcheon took New Jersey top 10 team, St. John Come on out and support the WHS is not the time to rest on our laurels.” Vianney. The Blue Devils had their boys varsity ice hockey team! Tournament Individual Champion- fourth at 4:33.96 and Jon Givelber PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield did not have to wait long took eighth at 4:46.73. Raider Ben ships at the Jersey City Armory on to be challenged. The schedule pre- January 27. Union Catholic took top Fleischer finished second in the 3,200 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS PLANNING BOARD sented two more tough opponents as Top Agent: Kim Haley honors with a total of 80.5, while the at 9:59.67. Blue Devils Will McGlynn the 2017-2018 campaign rolled on. at 10:07.05, Kevin Yucetepe at RESOLUTION Blue Devils, Farmers and Highland- The Blue Devil’s first matchup as 10:12.44 and Will Loggia at 10:14.44 WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage ers all totaled 37. Summit took fifth at reigning Union County champions 24. Union Catholic also won the boys finished 4-5-6. Township of Scotch Plains will require the services of an Engineer during the year pitted them against the Montclair Cougar Josiah Cadet finished sec- Westfield race with a total of 75, followed by 2018; and Mounties, ranked 16 in the state. ond in the 55 hurdles at 7.72 and WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Rahway at 50, Elizabeth at 33, After falling behind to Montclair, 4- When people reach out to the num- mate professionals for each aspect of Westfield at 31 and Scotch Plains- Raider Dhvanil Mansha finished sixth Law, N.J.S.A. (40A-11-et sq.), requires that the Resolution authorizing the award ber one Coldwell Banker team in the marketing, including staging, pho- Fanwoood at 25.5. at 7.98. Cougar Josh Cadet took sixth of a contract for professional services with- PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield, N.J. area, they typically tography, videography, digital floor Blue Devil Grace Morgan finished in the 55 dash and seventh in the 400. out competitive bids be publicly adver- TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD know about the team’s reputation. plan creation or any other needs a first in the 1,600 with a personal- Blue Devil Spencer Weigand finished tised; and CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY “Immediately, it becomes about them, listing may have. “I use these same WHEREAS, the award of this contract is record (PR) time of 5:25.33. Caroline second in the 800 at 1:58.99 and RESOLUTION NO. 2018-123 not me,” says Kim Haley, who lever- professionals for every listing, Stockwell finished sixth at 5:37.32 Cooper Brennan took 10th at 2:06.27. pursuant to a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44a-20.4, et RESOLUTION SUPERSED- ages her longtime local success to whether it’s $300,000 or $3 million. (PR) and SPF Raider Sara Greene Raider Jacob Leigh took fourth in seq., ING RESOLUTION 2017-188E keep the focus on her clients’ needs. People are scrolling online and you finished eighth at 5:38.27, followed the high jump with a clearance of 5- NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY REGARDING BLOCK AND Kim, who began her career in finance only get a chance to be new once.” by Blue Devil Brianna Hatch at 10. Westfield finished fourth in the RESOLVED by the Planning Board of the LOTS TO BE INVESTIGATED before discovering a Clients say that trans- 5:38.73. Blue Devil Erica Lawrence 4x400 at 3:32.38, followed by the Township of Scotch Plains, New Jersey, FOR POTENTIAL NON-CON- that Ferriero Engineering, Inc., 180 Main DEMNATION AREA IN NEED unique aptitude and pas- actions with Kim are took second in the shot put with a PR Raiders at 3:34.39. Street, Chester, New Jersey, be appointed OF REDEVELOPMENT OR sion for real estate in 1997, easier than they imagined. shove of 37-10.5. Consulting Engineer to the Planning Board AREA IN NEED OF REHABILI- says many of her clients “This is what I live and Blue Devil Mia Melao finished third PUBLIC NOTICE for the period effective from January 8, TATION 2018 to December 31, 2018. come from the finance breathe. I have so much in the 3,200 with a time of 11:48.29 TOWN OF WESTFIELD BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. world. They therefore ap- experience that I can 40A:12A-4(a), a municipal governing body and Sarah Hacker finished fourth at INVITATION TO BID contract is awarded without competitive preciate that she under- troubleshoot any situation 11:49.07 (PR), followed by Raider bidding as “professional services” under has the power to cause a preliminary in- stands their language. to navigate people Maddy Bord at 11:56.67. Caroline EALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- the provisions of said Local Public Con- vestigation to be made by the Planning CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL tracts Law, because N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) Board pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A-12A-5; “They are smart, bottom- through the process,” she Collins took ninth at 12:15.34. Emma OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE specifically exempts such “professional and, line focused people and says, adding that she con- Jackler finished fourth in the 800 at MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST services” from competitive bidding; WHEREAS, the Township Committee we’re able to communi- tinuously hones her skills, 2:22.0 and Katie Hamilton finished BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the of the Township of Cranford desires to cate with each other very staying at the forefront of JERSEY, AT 10:00 A.M., PREVAILING Land Use Secretary of the Township of have a preliminary investigation made on seventh at 2:25.83, followed by Raider TIME ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2018 certain lands and premises within the Town- easily.” technology and education Scotch Plains is hereby authorized and Kimberley A. Haley Kelly Mehorter at 2:27.95 and FOR: directed to publish a copy of this resolution ship of Cranford (“Township”) known as Her finance background as to better serve her cli- Cranford Cougar Lindsay Aschmies USER-FEE BASED RESIDEN- in the official newspaper of the Township Block 195, Lots 2, 7.01, and 11; and Block also serves her well in ents. But she adds that at 2:28.4. TIAL CLEANUP PROGRAM of Scotch Plains in a timely manner. 193, Lots 6.01 and 14 on the Township Tax other areas, she says. The people she experience alone is never enough. “I Julia Csorba, Morgan, Hamilton FOR BULKY HOUSEHOLD Shannon Rapant Map to see if the area is in need of redevel- WASTE Land Use Secretary opment and/or rehabilitation; and, represents appreciate that Kim is a listen,” she says. “The most important and Jackler finished fifth in the 4x400 PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING 1 T - 2/1/18, The Times Fee: $35.70 WHEREAS, the Township intends to natural negotiator who welcomes part of my job is understanding and at 4:14.45. Lauren Triarsi finished ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND MUST use all those powers provided by the Leg- opportunities to get creative during focusing on my clients’ priorities.” fifth in the 55 hurdles at 8.92 and BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE AND PUBLIC NOTICE islature for use in a redevelopment area, BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- excluding the power of eminent domain; negotiations. “And that’s not just when With buyers, for instance, she draws Raider Rosie Cuomo took seventh at TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS and, negotiating the offer, but all the way out of them what factors mean the 9.49. Raider Che Dashell won the BY A CERTIFIED CHECK, OR BID BOND, PLANNING BOARD WHEREAS, the Township intends this through anything that arises from in- most and she meets those needs in any PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF Resolution to supersede Resolution 2017- high jump with a height of 5-2. Triarsi RESOLUTION spection through closing.” This high way possible. Likewise, when meet- took seventh with a height of 4-10, WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF 188E, $500.00. EACH BID MUST ALSO BE WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, level can now also be seen in a team ing with sellers, she doesn’t talk about followed by Cougar Sasha Knapp at ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY COM- Township of Scotch Plains will require the that Township Committee of the Township of like-minded professionals who herself, but about the tangible results PANY CERTIFICATE STATING THAT services of an Attorney during the year of Cranford, in the County of Union, New began joining Kim a few years ago. that her work has yielded other sellers. Reading is Good For You SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL PRO- 2018; and Jersey does hereby, pursuant to N.J.S.A. “I love empowering and educating “The transaction is never about me; VIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE REQUIRED WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts 40A:12A-4, request and authorize the Plan- PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE FULL Law, N.J.S.A. (40 A-11-1et seq.), requires ning Board of the Township of Cranford to other agents to be the best they can be it’s about them.” AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT, BY A that the Resolution authorizing the award undertake a preliminary investigation as to to their clients,” she says, explaining Kim will grow the Kim Haley Team NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT AND A of a contract for professional services with- whether the land identified as Block 195, that she weaves her passion for deliv- by empowering agents to continually CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICATION out competitive bids be publicly adver- Lots 2, 7.01, and 11; and Block 193, Lots ering results into the training she pro- succeed and by adopting new ways to STATEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF tised; and 6.01 and 14 on the Township of Cranford OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- WHEREAS, the award of this contract is Tax Map be classified as a non-condem- vides the carefully chosen members increase effectiveness and efficiency. CLUDED IN, AND EXPLAINED IN THE pursuant to a fair and open process in nation area in need of redevelopment and/ of her team. That team, which covers “I thrive on negotiating for my clients CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44a-20.4, et or an area of rehabilitation; and, the Manhattan “suburbs to the shore,” and ultimately putting money in their BIDDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COM- seq., BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the includes six buyers’ agents and four pockets!” That hunger to make a dif- PLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED Planning Board of the Township of Cranford N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 ET SEQ. AND N.J.A.C. by the Planning Board of the Township of shall conduct the aforesaid investigation in administrative staff members at her ference feeds her team’s growth. Now goleader.com/subscribe 17:27 ET SEQ. AND MUST PAY WORK- Scotch Plains, New Jersey, that Robert J. accordance with the requirements of Westfield, N.J. office, as well as an ranked number five in North America MEN THE PREVAILING WAGE RATES Pansulla, Esq., an attorney of the State of N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-6; and, agent at the Jersey Shore who lists for Coldwell Banker, Kim sees the PROMULGATED BY THE NEW JERSEY New Jersey with the law firm of Finazzo BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the and sells. “Developing a team and number one spot as within reach. “But PUBLIC NOTICE STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND Cossolini O’Leary Meola & Hager, LLC, redevelopment area determination, if such INDUSTRY FOR THIS PROJECT, COP- located at 67 East Park Place, Suite 901, a determination is made, shall authorize helping other people be successful in the most important factor is maintain- UNION COUNTY IES OF WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE Morristown, New Jersey be appointed At- the municipality to use all those powers a business I love has been the biggest ing our good name,” she says. “The INSURANCE FUND COMMISSION OFFICE OF THE TOWN ENGINEER. torney to the Planning Board for the period provided by the Legislature for use in a 2018 BUDGET area of growth for me,” she says, team’s growth will be controlled and ALL BIDDERS MUST SUBMIT WITH effective from January 8, 2018 to Decem- redevelopment area, excluding the power adding that she surrounds herself with calculated, assuring optimal results. I Below is the Commission’s 2018 Budget THEIR BID A COPY OF THEIR NEW ber 31, 2018. of eminent domain; which was approved and adopted by the JERSEY BUSINESS REGISTRATION BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that in people who make her happy. have pride in the reputation I’ve Executive Committee at a public meeting CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO SUBMIT contract is awarded without competitive making its preliminary investigation, the Having raised four children in the earned both with colleagues and cli- on January 23, 2018 at the Administration PROOF OF REGISTRATION WILL DIS- bidding as “professional services” under Planning Board shall make its recommen- area, Kim’s visibility contributes to ents.” Her priority, then, is that each Building, Elizabeth, New Jersey. QUALIFY THE BID. the provisions of said Local Public Con- dations based upon a finding that the con- her success on behalf of buyers and new member of the team embodies SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR tracts Law, because N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) ditions as set forth in N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-5 Claims Funds OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE specifically exempts such “professional are found to be present; and sellers. She enjoys the fact that her her level of integrity, professionalism Property $320,021 TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS services” from competitive bidding; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this clients take advantage of her deep and care for clients. Liability $427,942 CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Resolution supersedes Resolution 2017- Auto $259,693 local knowledge. “I’m their referral WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. THE Land Use Secretary of the Township of 188E. To learn more about Kim Haley, Workers Compensation $4,546,370 source for everything from contrac- MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE THE Scotch Plains is hereby authorized and Certified to be a true copy of a resolution visit kimhaley.com or on Facebook, Expenses, Fees & Contingency RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, directed to publish a copy of this resolution adopted by the Township Committee of tors to restaurants and hairdressers!” $185,934 e-mail [email protected] or call IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, IT in the official newspaper of the Township the Township of Cranford at a meeting She is also acutely tuned in to the Total $5,739,960 (908) 377-7174. IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO SO. of Scotch Plains in a timely manner. held January 23, 2018. market. “I know about listings before Joseph Hrubash, KRIS J. MCALOON Shannon Rapant Patricia Donahue, RMC they hit the market,” says Kim. And, Paid Bulletin Board Executive Director TOWN ENGINEER Land Use Secretary Township Clerk goleader.com/bulletin/form 1 T - 02/01/18, The Leader Fee: $18.36 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $52.53 1 T - 2/1/18, The Times Fee: $37.74 1 T - 02/01/18, The Leader Fee: $63.24 for sellers, she hires only consum- Page 12 Thursday, February 1, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Devil’s Den More Athletes Who Should Be Known

By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times This is the second of a two-part Also a standout on the tennis team, he and distances, also excelling in the broad jump. series on forgotten athletes, coaches Jim Cassidy won the county doubles title Rodger Twitchell (’60). A letterman in as a senior. tennis as a junior at WHS, he was later a and teams – and lost or thrown-away Charles Patterson (’51). A three-year three-year letter winner and co-captain of trophies – from WHS’s illustrious tennis standout, he won the Union County the basketball and tennis teams at the athletic heritage. Last week we doubles title with Jim Cassidy in 1949 then University of Massachusetts. He averaged looked at people who carved per- was the county singles champion as a 16.4 ppg for his college career and was junior and senior. inducted into the school’s Athletic Hall of formed their exploits from the 1920s Pel Brown (’52). A two-way end and co- Fame. Also was on the U.S. Junior Davis Cup into the mid-’40s. captain of the 1951 football team, he was tennis team. While the efforts of recent super captain of the basketball team and a two- Rick Wells (’60). The New Jersey and athletes like Mike Murray, Jeff year starter at first base/pitcher in base- Union County diving champion as a senior, ball. Had an 18-1 pitching record at Colby he was the school’s first state champion Perrella, AJ Murray, Christian College, including a no-hitter. since Ken Welch. Burgdorf, Caroline Baldwin, Jack Bill Johnson (’52). An all-county foot- Bob Duncan (’61). A football player who Curry, etc., are pretty well known, ball guard (he also once kicked 18 straight excelled in track, where he was a four-time most 21st-century fans are blissfully PATs), he was a state AAU indoor and NAIA conference champion (shot, discus), two- District 31 shot put champion at Trenton time county champion (shot) and two- unaware of the school’s outstanding State College. time sectional champion (discus). Also mid-20th century athletes. Dawson List (’52). A tailback and co- earned three letters at Princeton. Here then is a chronological list of captain of the 1951 football team, he was The 1944 football team went 10-0 with some athletes, coaches and teams who a three-year starting outfielder in base- six shutouts, including 12-0 over Plainfield ball, hitting .356 as a junior and making in the rivalry’s first Thanksgiving Day game. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times were the Murrays, the Baldwins and all-county as a senior. Featured all-staters Bill Heinz, Bobby IN A TANGLE...Cougar Max Nock, right, appears to be setting up a Spread Eagle manuever in his 160-lb bout with Harrison the 2015-17 football teams of their Larry Mullen (’52). Swam on two state- Dougherty, George Clarke, Henry Rowan, Wustefeld on “Senior Night” in Cranford. Nock claimed a 6-1 decision. day during the town’s emergence as a champion medley relays, was second in the John Chironna and Charles Frankenbach. sports colossus, from just after World 100 breast as a junior then won the state The 1949 baseball team went 14-2 and 150 individual medley as a senior. The first was awarded the school’s first sectional War II through the Eisenhower ad- of WHS’s many swimming all-Americans. title by the NJSIAA. It would be almost 40 ministration. Dick Schmal (’52). Won the 50-yard years until WHS won its first on-the-field Cougars Stop Raiders in ‘Senior Night’ Clash George Clarke (’45). Two-time all-state freestyle at Easterns, and anchored a win- sectional title in 1988. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 end in football and a two-year starter at ning medley relay (and taking second in RYAN IN TOP TEN third base in baseball. the 100 free) at states as a junior. He Senior Molly Ryan is the No. 10 all- under takedown in the third period. Gorman said of Schork. “He’s strong. Alpaugh-McLean also recorded Charles Frankenbach (’45). The three- became the school’s first double-winner at time scorer in WHS girls basketball Moments later both were involved in He was just able to fend off some of single-leg, side single-leg and barrel year starting pitcher struck out 126 bat- states as a senior, taking the 50 and 100 ters in 95.1 innings his junior and senior freestyles. Held school records in the 50, history ... and rising. Through Saturday’s a mad scramble then late in the pe- his attacks. So up until those last roll takedowns to go with a cradle years, including 16 and 15 in seven-inning 100 and 200 free and medley relay. win over New Providence, she had 745 riod, Wustefeld pulled off a quick eighteen seconds, that was a heck of a nearfall. losses. Also was the starting center on a Bob Williams (’52). The transfer from career points. The human energizer tightwaist tilt for the pin in 5:42 to match. For Bobby, first-year wrestler Cougar Dylan Budnik recorded two 10-0 football team in ’44. Dunellen was a two-year pitching star, bunny this season has passed Gabby earn his 100th career win. to wrestle a kid of that caliber, says a double-leg takedowns and a shrug Karney Scioscia (’46). An all-state full- earning all-county and all-state. He fanned back-linebacker on two sectional-winning a school-record 19 batters in a seven- O’Leary, Amy Williams, Shannon “He’s a big kid. He wrestled tough. lot about where he is.” throw-by to defeat Zach Zimmerman, football teams at WHS. He played in the inning win over Plainfield. Devitt, Val Wright and, just last week, He’s pretty strong. I am happy I got a “On top, I knew I could keep him 7-3, at 195-lbs. After the Wustefeld/ Gator Bowl and Sugar Bowl at Maryland and Carl Hornung (’53). Captain of the ’53 Jackie Cusimano and Marcie Williams. tough match. I enjoy tough matches. I down, so I kept going for my tilt, try Schork bout, Cougar Matt Savino re- was drafted in 1952 by the Chicago Bears. basketball team, he set a single-season Next up: No. 9 Karin Morgan (777) and appreciate the competition and he was to score some quick points. He kept corded three takedowns and an escape Ron Roth (’47). A two-year pitcher, he scoring record with 356 points. Also hit whiffed 19 in an eight-inning loss to Union. .350 as the baseball team’s centerfielder. No. 8 Nancy Kasko (779). a good competitor,” Wustefeld ex- flattening out. Finally in the third pe- to beat Walter Thomas, 7-0, at 285-lbs. Terry Brady (’48). Tied the school record Harris Mosher (’54). A three-year ath- Fellow senior Grace Elliott passed pressed. “I took a bunch of different riod, I wore him out. He came right “Our heavyweight wrestled great. with 37 points in one basketball game, lete in football (end), basketball (captain Kim Kumpf (’90) and moved up to shots and he kept defending me. I where I wanted to, an easy roll. He’s getting better every day. He’s finished second in state golf tournament. and the school’s No. 2 all-time scorer at No. 18 with 475 career points. didn’t get to some shots I think would This was the second time in less starting to take shots, snapdowns. He’s Also played end in football. graduation) and track (captain). He let- Charles Hemminger (’48). A two-year tered in football and basketball at Dela- ON THIS DATE work better. I was a little hard headed. than a week that Wustefeld was in- wrestling very well. It’s not the every- starter on football teams that went 19-1. ware. 1955: Westfield Hall of Famer Don I was trying to get to my high crotch, volved in a milestone. On January 19, day match you see with heavyweights. He later starred at Princeton, opening holes Tom Richardson (’57). The younger Feeley had 19 points as ‘visiting’ WHS double leg. At the end of the day, I got Wustefeld recorded a 20-5 tech fall He’s actually hitting wrestling moves. for Heisman Trophy winner Dick Kazmaier. brother of U.S. Davis Cup star Ham defeated Holy Trinity, 63-50, in the the takedown.” against the Roselle Park Panthers It’s a good time of the year to start Played in the East-West Shrine all-star Richardson, Tom was unbeaten in two years game. at first singles at WHS (his lone loss was first basketball game between the “He wrestled him tough. That’s one when they achieved their 1,000th ca- seeing him hit moves like that,” Coach Charlie Schrope (’48). A three-sport ath- playing doubles), leading the ’57 team to schools. Jim Whalen had 20 for the of the better matches I’ve seen him reer win as a program. Gorman said of Savino. “Another lete who later was a long-time youth sports the state title. He was captain at Princeton Blue Braves. wrestle,” Cougar Head Coach Pat “This is just a small milestone. The outstanding performance was from coach in town. More known for his football University. 1977: Spud Monroe scored 33 goal is to get to the top of the podium sophomore Justin Alpaugh-Mclean and baseball skills, in 1948 he tied the Bob Haines (’59). Scored a school record SHERIFF’S SALE Union County Tournament record with 24 404 points for the 1959 basketball team, points and Boo Bowers added 29 as at AC,” he said. who wrestled his best performance of points in one basketball game. which went 24-3 and won the first Union WHS beat 19th-ranked Plainfield, 83- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17005099 The other very entertaining bout the year at 170.” Jack Corbett (’50). Another three-sport County Tournament in school history. Later SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY 70, in boys basketball. CHANCERY DIVISION came two weight classes earlier at Cougar freshman Jimmy Gluck athlete at WHS, he later played baseball at starred at the University of Connecticut. AROUND THIS DATE UNION COUNTY 182-lbs between Raider Alex Oslislo pinned Kyle Rigney in 53 seconds at Michigan, where he was a pitcher on the Ernie ‘Smitty’ Lanning (’60). Captain of DOCKET NO. F-017376-16 1953 NCAA tournament champions and the baseball team and all-county, he struck Jan. 30, 2004: WHS swimmer Ryan Plaintiff: MTGLQ INVESTORS L.P. and Zach Blevins. After a scoreless 106-lbs using a half nelson then at VS. then captain as a senior. out 161 batters in just 120 innings, includ- Bartholomew won the Union County Defendant: ALLEN J. WALKER; LAURA but active first period, Oslislo es- 113-lbs, Raider Mike Fleck used his Ken Welch (’50). Captured Eastern and ing 21 in a 10-inning win over Rahway. He 50-yard freestyle for the fourth straight WALKER; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS- state diving championships as a WHS se- starred at Amherst, where he was team TRATION SYSTEMS INC AS NOMINEE FOR caped in the second. Several takedown specialty, a cradle, to show Jake Quinn year. COUNTRYWIDE BANK NA; AMALGAMATED attempts by each yielded no points. the lights in 3:49. Cougar Patrick nior, after two years of finishing second to captain and all-conference. BANK teammate Bob Clotworthy. The first diver Ed Miner (’60). After taking a second Jan. 31, 1955: The swim team won Sale Date: 02/07/2018 Then Blevins escaped in the third and Kalnins converted a single to a double- ever named team captain at Yale, he placed (220) and third (100) at the county meet, Writ of Execution: 10/19/2017 the final event – Bob Fish, Terry De By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution won a scramble to take a 3-1 lead late leg takedown then turned Kyle top-five for three years at NCAAs, includ- he captured the 100 at the conference (and Montmorency, Bob Reddell and Pete to me directed I shall expose for sale by public in the period. Robinson to his back in 1:53 with an ing for the 1953 national champion team. second in the 220) meet. He then won the vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- Rich LaRoza (’51). He was WHS’s first sectional 220 (second in the 100), and Pfaff on the 160-yard free relay – to ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- “I knew I had to get up and get to arm bar/tight wrist combo at 120-lbs. beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock swimming (non-diving) state champion, topped it off with a state Group 4 title in defeat Plainfield, 39-36. It was their in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- work fast to pull off the win. He Jeremy Lenart presented the Raid- winning the 150-yard individual medley. the 220. He set school records at both first win over Vic Liske’s team since ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash wrestled good. He got a nice shot on ers with their final win when he settled or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. 1946 and snapped a 17-meet losing The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred me, took me down,” Oslislo said Chris Esposito with a headlock in Thirty-Six Thousand Five Hundred Sixteen and streak to the Cardinals. 01/100*** $236,516.01. Oslislo escaped to trail 3-2. As time 2:38 at 126-lbs. Cougar Luke Local Athletes to Be Honored Jan. 31, 2003: Swimmers Ryan The property to be sold is located in the munici- was running out, Oslislo made one DiGiovanni recorded a pair of pality of SCOTCH PLAINS in the County of Bartholomew, Vin Shen, Zach Coppa UNION and State of New Jersey. final attempt and caught Blevins with takedowns and an escape to defeat Commonly known as 2540 MOUNTAIN AV- and Chris Heinen swam a 1:29.53 to ENUE, SCOTCH PLAINS, NEW JERSEY 07076. a headlock takedown for a 4-3 win at Jacob Perone, 5-1, at 132-lbs then in At Hot Stove League Awards break a 38-year-old county record in Tax LOTS, BLOCK 4501. the buzzer. the final bout of the evening (138- Dimensions of Lot: 000.205 AC. CLARK – The Union County Base- eight strike outs. Brian stole 15 bases the 200 free relay at the Union County Nearest Cross Street: ACACIA ROAD. “I knew how much time was left. lbs), Cougar Conor Halpin recorded championships. The old mark had Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Forty-Two Thou- He got in on a single. I knew I had to three variations of single-leg ball Association has announced that in 15 attempts. He now plays for sand Five Hundred Three and 78/100*** the special guest speaker for this year’s been set in 1965 by Dave Perkowski, $242,503.78 together with lawful interest and act fast and go for something. Some- takedowns and slipped out the back Montclair State University. costs. Hot Stove League awards event will Polyviou is a standout two-sport Doug McOwen, Harvey Gerber and Subject to any unpaid taxes, municipal liens or times you get some lucky chances. door to add a reversal to claim a 9-2 Peter Heesch, all enshrined in the other charges, and any such taxes, charges, This time it happened to go my way.” victory over Matt Fleck. be Major League umpire and New player at DeSales University. In May, liens, insurance premiums or other advances Jersey native, Phil Cuzzi. The UCBA Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame. made by plaintiff prior to this sale. All interested Oslislo explained. “They didn’t wrestle their whole she was named to the All-MAC Free- parties are to conduct and rely upon their own will induct four new members into the dom Second Team in lacrosse. In the Feb. 2, 1973: Back-to-back pins by independent investigation to ascertain whether The opening bout was in the 145-lb team. They have a lot of sickness right Chris Campbell and Walt Heiniger or not any outstanding interest remain of record class and Cougar AJ Bencivenga de- now. They always wrestle us tough no UCB Hall of Fame and honor local fall, she was named to the All-MAC and/or have priority over the lien being fore- athletes at the organization’s 82nd lifted WHS to a 26-21 wrestling win closed and, if so the current amount due thereon. livered an arsenal of fireman-to-back matter who they put out there,” Coach Freedom First Team in field hockey Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- annual Hot Stove League awards din- and she was profiled in Sports over Union. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and and barrel roll-to-back takedowns to Gorman said of the Raiders. IN PASSING expenses, there remains any surplus money, the reap a 20-5, technical fall in 4:53 over ner on Sunday, February 11, begin- Illustrated’s “Faces in the Crowd” money will be deposited into the Superior Court BOUT SEQUENCE: ning at 1 p.m., at The Gran Centurions Lois Wight, the widow of Hall of Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Noah Samms. Kyell Roper pinned 145: — Bencivenga (C) tf Samms 20-5, feature. or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to in Clark. Randazza, three-time UC Player of Fame runner Bob McCoy and the Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Raider Tim Roden in 1:50 with a Turk- 4:53 mother of Hall of Famers Steve (dive) and extent of that person’s claim and asking for to-half nelson at 152-lbs then Cougar 152: — Roper (C) p Roden 1:50 Cuzzi of Nutley is a Major League the Year, graduated as ALJ’s all-time an order directing payment of the surplus money. 160: — Nock (C) d Wustefeld 6-1 umpire for 22 seasons, who worked and Tom McCoy (swim), passed away The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale Max Nock recorded a shrug takedown, leader in hits (192), runs batted in will have information regarding the surplus, if 170: — Alpaugh-McLean (C) p Ryan 4:21 behind the plate in Game One of the (179), runs scored (140), triples (17) on Jan. 25 in Stone Mountain, Ga., a any. an escape, penalty point and a reverse 182: — Oslislo (S) d Blevins 4-3 month shy of her 98th birthday. There is a full legal description on file in the cradle to earn a 6-1 decision over 195: — Budnik (C) d Zimmerman 7-3 2017 World Series. and home runs (26); and as a pitcher, Union County Sheriff’s Office. The four new Hall of Famers are Bill The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Harrison Wustefeld at 160-lbs. 220: — Wustefeld (S) p Schork 5:42 wins (59), strikeouts (532), and no sale for any length of time without further adver- Hwt: — Savino (C) d Thomas 7-0 Feehan, a longtime firefighter for the hitters (5). Gianna now plays for Bos- SHERIFF’S SALE tisement. Cougar Justin Alpaugh-McLean 106: — Gluck (C) p Rigney :53 Peter Corvelli City of Elizabeth, who played for ton College. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17005247 Sheriff came out like a ball of fire in his 170- 113: — Fleck (S) p Quinn 3:49 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Roselle Catholic and helped Kean CHANCERY DIVISION Attorney: lb bout with Tom Ryan and remained 120: — Kalnins (C) p Robinson 1:53 Roe enjoyed his best season on the RAS CITRON LAW OFFICES 126: — Lenart (S) p Esposito 2:38 College win two ECAC champion- pitching mound as a 2017 Atlantic UNION COUNTY 130 CLINTON ROAD in a blaze until he pinned him in 4:21 DOCKET NO. F-019848-16 SUITE 202 132: — DiGiovanni (C) d Perone 5-1 ships; Jack Goldberg, a First Team All- League All-Star with the New Britain Plaintiff: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FAIRFIELD NEW JERSEY 07004 with an under half nelson and arm bar. 138: — Halpin (C) d Fleck 9-2 VS. (973) 575-0707 State slugger for the Union Farmers, Bees. A Rutgers grad, Nate finished Defendant: IRIS RIOS 4 T - 01/11, 01/18, 01/25 who later played in the minors for the the year with a 7-6 record, one save Sale Date: 02/21/2018 & 02/01/18 Fee: $181.56 SHERIFF’S SALE Writ of Execution: 11/01/2017 SHERIFF’S SALE Atlanta Braves; Ernie Hoffer of Lin- and 60 strikeouts in 79 innings, pri- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17005160 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17005231 den, a three-sport athlete who earned marily in relief, after spending the vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-17005103 UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION All-County and All-State honors in offseason in the Australian Baseball beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY DOCKET NO. F-022975-16 UNION COUNTY 1960 and 1961 as a third baseman; and League. in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- CHANCERY DIVISION Plaintiff: CITIBANK, NA., NOT IN ITS INDI- DOCKET NO. F-001522-17 ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash UNION COUNTY VIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS Plaintiff: U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- Curt Wallace, who distinguished him- Tickets for the dinner may be pur- or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. DOCKET NO. F-008787-17 TRUSTEE OF NRZ PASS-THROUGH TRUST TION AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred Plaintiff: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC VI TRUMAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRUST self as a hitter at Edison Tech in Eliza- chased online at www.UCBA-NJ.org Thirty-Eight Thousand Forty-Five and 40/100*** VS. VS. VS. beth and in inter-county leagues be- or by writing to the Union County $538,045.40. Defendant: PORTIA HOOD-MARSHALL; Defendant: GEORGE V. COOK, JR.; VIVIAN Defendant: KRZYSZTOF CIARCZYNSKI; All that certain land and premises situate, lying SOUTHWYCK CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, M. COOK; STATE OF NEW JERSEY EWA CIARCZYNSKI, HUSBAND AND WIFE; fore going on to play, manage, instruct Baseball Association, PO Box 176, and being in the Township of Scotch Plains, INC.; AND MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC ASSOCI- Sale Date: 02/14/2018 AND MIDLAND FUNDING LLC County of Union, and State of New Jersey. ATES, P.A. Writ of Execution: 08/31/2017 Sale Date: 02/21/2018 and scout in six countries. Fanwood, New Jersey 07023. Infor- Street: 2284 North Avenue, Scotch Plains, Sale Date: 02/07/2018 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 10/11/2017 Outstanding Union County athletes mation about table reservations and New Jersey 07076. Writ of Execution: 10/04/2017 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Nearest Cross Street: Hetheld Avenue. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public will be honored at the afternoon journal ads may be found at: Tax Lot and Block No: Lot: 6, Block: 8201. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- Dimensions (approx): 50 x 176 x 50 x 175. vendue, at the Union County Administration Build- beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- awards ceremonies for their accom- www.UCBA-NJ.org. Prior Mortgage/Liens Not Extinguished By The ing, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Eliza- in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock plishments in high school, college Sponsored by the UCBA, in coop- Sale Are: 1. Delinquent taxes and/or tax liens. beth, New Jersey on Wednesday, at two o’clock ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- As the above description does not constitute a in the afternoon of said day. All successful bid- or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash and other leagues. Among the honor- eration with the UC Board of Chosen full legal description, said full legal description is ders must have 20% of their bid available in cash The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. annexed to that certain deed recorded in the or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. Sixty-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Six The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred ees will be Shannon Brogan and Freeholders and the Department of Office of the Clerk of Union County in Deed Book The judgment amount is: ***Five Hundred and 78/100*** $565,136.78. One Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Seven and Gianna Randazza of Arthur L. Johnson Parks and Recreation, the Hot Stove 5601, Page 340, et seq., New Jersey, and the Forty-Nine Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Two Property to be sold is located in the Township 41/100*** $301,197.41. Writ of Execution on file with the Sheriff of Union and 91/100*** $549,592.91. of Westfield, County of Union and State of New PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED IN: HS in Clark, who will share the League awards dinner is the primary County. Commonly known as address: 19 Burnham Jersey. Township of Clark, County of Union, in the State Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Fifty-One Thou- Court, Unit No. B-19, Building B-1421, Scotch Commonly known as: 615 Maye Street, of New Jersey. Banyasz Brothers Award for most annual fundraising effort for the Union sand Two Hundred Nine and 90/100*** Plains, New Jersey 07076. Westfield, New Jersey 07090. PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 169 valuable scholastic softball players; County Youth Baseball Leagues. The $551,209.90 together with lawful interest and Municipality: Township of Scotch Plains. Tax Lot(s): 14 fka 15, in Block: 2301 fka 309. Lexington Boulevard, Clark, New Jersey 07066. costs. Lot and Block: Lot 3 (fka Lot 5), Qualifier Dimensions (Approximately): 114 x 50. TAX LOT 80, BLOCK 63. Brian Oblachinski The sale is subject to unpaid taxes and as- CB019 (fka Qualifier CB 19), Block 13701.16 (fka Nearest Cross Street: Harrison Avenue. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 100 x 219. sessments, tax, water, and sewer liens, and Block 13601). Indicate lien information, if any, to be adver- NEAREST CROSS STREET: Franklin Place. (Cranford), who will re- other municipal assessments, if any. The amount Approximate dimensions: Condominium. tised pursuant to the Supreme Court decision of *Taxes - Current; ceive the Edward R. Coo- due can be obtained from the local taxing author- Nearest cross street: Carriage Drive. 10/28/99 - Summit Bank vs. Dennis Thiel (A-58- * Sewer - Due in the approximate amount of ity pursuant to NJSA 46:813-21 this sale may be Subject to priority condo lien pursuant to NJSA 98). $289.28 plus penalty; per Award for outstanding also subject to limited lien priority of any condo- 46:8B-21 et seq. This sale may be subject to a Tax Sale Certificate Cert. No: 16-00010 *Water - Private account; verification of same minium/homeowner association liens which may limited lien priority of the condo association. Any Sold To: Twr as Cst for EbuiyFund2NJLLC prohibited without authorization of record prop- HS baseball player; exist. Any set of fact which an accurate survey successful bidder at sheriff’s sale may be re- Amount: $203.04 erty owner; Katarina Polyviou would disclose; any restrictions or covenants on sponsible for paying up to 6 months worth of Dated: December 21, 2016 *Also subject to subsequent taxes, water and record which run with the land; rights of the unpaid condo fees. Recorded: January 17, 2017 sewer plus interest through date of payoff. (Cranford), who will re- United States of America, if any, any occupants Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Sixty-Six Thou- Book: M14220 Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Nine Thou- or persons in possession of the property, if any sand Seven Hundred Ninety-Eight and 36/100*** Page: 161 sand Nine Hundred Fifty-Six and 17/100*** ceive the Joseph R. additional municipal charges, liens, taxes or tax $566,798.36 together with lawful interest and Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Eighty Thou- $309,956.17 together with lawful interest and Lombardi Award for out- sale certificates and insurance, if any. costs. sand Eight Hundred Seventy-Eight and 94/100*** costs. A deposit of 20% of the bid price in certified Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- $580,878.94 together with lawful interest and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- standing female athlete; and funds is required at the time of sale. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and costs. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Nate Roe (Plainfield), who tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and money will be deposited into the Superior Court tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and money will be deposited into the Superior Court will receive the Chris Zusi expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, money will be deposited into the Superior Court or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to money will be deposited into the Superior Court or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to Award for outstanding male Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to and extent of that person’s claim and asking for or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to and extent of that person’s claim and asking for athlete. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature an order directing payment of the surplus money. Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature an order directing payment of the surplus money. Brogan finished her high and extent of that person’s claim and asking for The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale and extent of that person’s claim and asking for The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale an order directing payment of the surplus money. will have information regarding the surplus, if an order directing payment of the surplus money. will have information regarding the surplus, if school softball career with The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale any. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale any. will have information regarding the surplus, if There is a full legal description on file in the will have information regarding the surplus, if There is a full legal description on file in the a .425 batting average and any. Union County Sheriff’s Office. any. Union County Sheriff’s Office. 152 hits. At shortstop, she There is a full legal description on file in the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this There is a full legal description on file in the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Major League Umpire Phil Cuzzi Union County Sheriff’s Office. sale for any length of time without further adver- Union County Sheriff’s Office. sale for any length of time without further adver- helped lead the Crusaders The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this tisement. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- Peter Corvelli sale for any length of time without further adver- Peter Corvelli to the UC championship in 2016 and summer and fall leagues have given tisement. Sheriff tisement. Sheriff a return trip to the tournament in 2017. more than 40,000 boys and girls an Peter Corvelli Attorney: Peter Corvelli Attorney: Sheriff MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Sheriff ROMANO GARUBO & ARGENTIERI COUNSE- She now plays for Moravian College. opportunity to participate in an orga- Attorney: (Formerly BUCKLEY MADOLE, P.C.) Attorney: LORS AT LAW LLC MATTLEMAN, WEINROTH & MILLER 99 WOOD AVENUE SOUTH FRIEDMAN VARTOLO LLP 52 NEWTON AVENUE Oblachinski was a stellar shortstop nized baseball program for the past 401 RT 70 EAST SUITE 803 85 BROAD STREET P.O. BOX 456 and leadoff hitter for the Cougars last 70 years. For more information call SUITE 100 ISELIN NEW JERSEY 08830 NEW YORK NEW YORK 10004 WOODBURY NEW JERSEY 08096 CHERRY HILL NEW JERSEY 08034 (732) 902-5399 (212) 471-5100 (856) 384-1515 year. He posted a .396 batting aver- Jim Iozzi, UCBA president, at 908- (856) 429-5507 4 T - 01/11, 01/18, 01/25 4 T - 01/18, 01/25, 02/01 4 T - 01/25, 02/01, 02/08 4 T - 01/25, 02/01, 02/08 & 02/01/18 Fee: $177.48 & 02/08/18 Fee: $183.60 & 02/15/18 Fee: $181.56 age with 33 runs scored and only 917-2523. & 02/15/18 Fee: $210.12 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 1, 2018 Page 13 Blue Devils’ Late Layup Nips Cougar, 40-39 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 tively, and 2-pointers from Caroline she hits it to go up one. Then we Dobosiewicz finished with six re- Kelly and KC Pringle to seize a 31-30 played great defense,” Coach bounds, three points and a steal. lead. Blue Devil Faith Dobosiewicz McKeon described. “She’s one of the Lauren Sgro also had six rebounds sank a free throw to knot the score at toughest people that you are ever go- and added two points and a blocked the end of the quarter but the big lead ing to see. She does not like coming shot. Maz had two points, Josie Green- was gone. out of the game even if she needs a wood had two assists and a rebound, “I will never let anything get to our break. She is going to leave it out and Emma Pietrewicz had a rebound. heads. I think that’s the difference in there no matter what. So yes! She’s Wichelns finished with 11 points, the game,” emphasized Blue Devil our senior captain. We are going to including a 3-pointer, seven rebounds, Head Coach Liz McKeon. “They could put the ball into her hands at the end four steals and an assist. Speer was have collapsed after building a lead of the game.” effective from all areas, finishing with and then losing it and going down. But “It was a complete team effort the 10 points (3-pointer), four steals, five our team didn’t collapse. They stuck entire game. We are not really used to rebounds, two assists and a block. together, they fought together and they close games like that. It’s hard to come VanWhy had six points (3-pointer), picked each other up. That’s what re- back when you are down,” Ryan said. two steals, three rebounds and an as- ally won the game today.” “They definitely pressed us. We sist. Kelly had six points, two assists, Speer and Lauren Santarelli sank haven’t been in too many games where a steal and three rebounds. Pringle 2-pointers early in the fourth quarter we’ve had a 10-point lead and it di- had three rebounds, a block, a steal putting the Cougars up by four. Ryan minishes in a matter of about a minute. and two points. Santarelli finished More photos at goleader.com netted a driving layup but Cougar So it really tested our heart and we with four points, two assists and two Cam Wichelns converted a steal to a came out with the win,” Elliott said. rebounds. Caroline McCaffery had Ballyhoo Sports layup. Dobosiewicz, on an assist from “We usually have trouble coming two rebounds, an assist and a steal. Elliott, scored a two then Wichelns, out but we actually came out strong “I was extremely happy with the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times assisted by Santarelli, gave the Cou- and they had to come back but we way everyone played. Everyone APPEARING IN DEEP TROUBLE...Blue Devil Tim Miller gets lifted off his feet by Rahway’s Sam Dorielan in the 170-lb gars a 39-35 lead with 1:35 remaining took it over,” Ryan said. worked hard and that was the most bout but manages to fight off the takedown. Miller actually did it again later en route to a 3-2, overtime win. in the game. The ball got into the Ryan finished with 22 points and consistent offensive and defensive game we have played all SCANLAN WINS FINAL BOUT; REESE, MILLER WIN IN OT season. Although the score shows a loss, we did some really great things. Our team has fi- Blue Devils Nip Indians, 29-27, nally started to click, gain momentum and it’s all happening at the right time,” Cougar Head Coach Jackie Dyer said. In Thrilling Mat Showdown “I know that Cam’s their leading scorer and By DAVID B. CORBIN bouts beginning at 160-lbs. Blue Devil lateral throw to win 8-3. she is the best player. You Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Isaiah Reese began with a double-leg The 170-lb bout was wild. have to watch everyone Six bouts could have gone either takedown on Jason Winters but Rahway’s Sam Dorielan lifted Tim on that team. At any point way but it came down to the final bout yielded a penalty point (locking Miller way off his feet in the first in time, anyone can hit a to determine the outcome of a show- hands). Reese escaped in the second period but Miller used his uncanny three. You can see they down between the Rahway Indians period but Winters received another balance to fight off the takedown. In hit back-to-back 3-point- wrestling team and the Westfield Blue locking hands point and added an the second period, Miller escaped. ers themselves. Every- Devils at the Westfield High School escape to send the bout into overtime Then in the third, Dorielan recorded one on their team who is gym on January 27. With the pressure (OT) where Reese added a five-point CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 out on that court is a on and his team trailing 27-26, enter- threat,” Coach McKeon ing the final bout at 138-lbs, sopho- said. more Luke Scanlan recorded a sec- Since toppling Roselle ond-period reversal and added a pen- Catholic, 42-35, for its first alty point to defeat Antonio Santoni, New Jersey loss, the 9-5 3-0, to reward the Blue Devils with a Blue Devils’ winning 29-27 victory. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times streak has extended to five. The match was laden with thrilling GOING FOR THE BALL...Cougar KC Pringle, No. 55, and Blue Devil Faith Dobosiewicz, No. “Roselle Catholic is bouts but the opening two bouts were 23, go for a loose ball in Cranford on January 25. always a good game for one sided. At 145-lbs, Rahway’s Rhise us. It was a revenge Royster, a 2017 region champion, hands of Ryan, who hit her third 3- Elliott (2 assists) finished with 11 game, so we wanted to come out began with a fireman’s takedown then pointer with 39.2 on the clock. After points. Ryan and Elliott also made strong against them and pick up our pinned freshman Mike Price with a some intentional Blue Devil fouls and sure that any momentum would not third quarter because last time our Spread Eagle in 1:40. The 152-lb a missed one-and-one free throw by stay long with the Cougars by com- third quarter we came out slow. Our bout was all Westfield when Jordan the Cougars, Ryan got the ball again mitting five acts of thievery and four goal was to come out with a lot of Simpson employed a pair of ankle and performed her magic. The Blue acts, respectively. energy and we did that,” Elliott said. pick takedowns, a throw-by Devil defense needed to hold out for “Our team prides ourselves in our “Our urgency to win and our en- takedown, an escape and a half nelson

9.2 seconds, and did. defense, so that’s what we try to do ergy, we just carried it away. That got nearfall before pinning Nicobi Collins David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “We were down by four. She hit a every game, turn steals into points us going,” Ryan added. with a double grapevine/half nelson PULLING IT OUT FOR THE TEAM...Blue Devil Luke Scanlan gets a reversal three to pull us to within one. We were and we did that today,” Elliott ex- Westfield 12 11 8 9 40 in 4:54 to knot the team score at 6-6. on Indian Antonio Santoni in the final bout (138-lbs) and pulls out a 3-0 decision playing for her to end the game and plained. Cranford 10 11 10 8 39 Next came a pair of either way to earn Westfield a 29-27 victory over Rahway.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 a switch reversal but Miller escaped low single-leg takedown then pinned Delmau reversed then Silber escaped to knot the score 2-2 forcing over- Randolph Manonsong in 1:11 with a to take a 4-2 lead. In the second time. Once again, Miller fought off a half nelson/arm bar combination at period, Delmau escaped and followed takedown in the first OT, controlled 113-lbs. At 120-lbs, Luke Hoerle re- with a double-leg takedown. Silber Dorielan in the first 30-second OT corded a series of takedown-to-back escaped to tie the score 5-5 then added then escaped in the third OT to claim moves to claim a 20-2, 5:07 technical another escape in the third period to a 3-2 victory. fall over Corey Boss to cut the 12-2 win 6-5, making the team score 27-26 At 182-lbs, after a scoreless first Indians’ lead to 24-23. to set up the exciting finale between period, Rahway’s Emilio Cordova Another tight bout arrived at 126- Scanlan and Santoni. recorded an escape and a five-point, lbs. Rahway’s Chris Delmau recorded BOUT SEQUENCE: double-leg lift to half nelson nearfall a first-period takedown but Quinn 145: — Royster (R) p Price 1:40 to grab a 6-0 lead over Russ Weber, Gimblette used a double grapevine 152: — Simpson (W) p Collins 4:54 who escaped at the end of the second tilting manuever to take a 3-2 lead 160: — Reese (W) d Winters 8-3 OT 170: — Miller (W) d Dorielan 3-2 OT period. Weber added another escape into the third period. Delmau added a 182: — Cordova (W) d Weber 6-2 in the third period but Cordova earned reversal and a two-point, half nelson 195: — Paige (R) d Loder 3-1 a 6-2 decision. nearfall to win 6-3. 220: — Darisme (R) d Dente 5-1 Another either way bout arrived at But an even tighter bout was on the Hwt: — Lee (R) won forfeit 106: — Francois (R) d Bencivenga 13-8 195-lbs between Blue Devil Brendan agenda at 132-lbs. After Rahway’s 113: — Composto (W) p Manonsong Loder and Shimei Paige. Loder es- Antonio Delmau was penalized a 1:11 caped in the second period and Paige point for poor behavior, Blue Devil 120: — Hoerle (W) tf Boss 20-2 5:07 escaped early in the third. In the final Jeremy Silber took a 3-0 lead with a 126: — Delmau (R) d Gimblette 6-3 132: — Silber (W) d Delmau 6-5 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times three seconds, Paige recorded a back door spin around takedown. 138: — Scanlan (W) d Santoni 3-0 WORKING THE BACKSTROKE...Blue Devil Matt Barmakian works the backstroke leg in Lane 2 during the 200-medley takedown to win 3-1, tying the team relay in the meet against Bergen Catholic at the Westfield “Y” Pool. score at 12-12. Rahway then took a 15-12 lead when Josh Darisme recorded an es- cape and a pair of takedowns to de- Blue Devil Swim Boys Sink Bergen Cath., 90-80 feat Matt Dente, 5-1, at 220-lbs then CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 the lead was extended to 21-12 when Vladimir Lee received a forfeit at Warren, Eric Bebel and Cooper Prieto great competitor,” said Westfield and Tim Anderson (54.40) finished 285-lbs. opened the day with a victory in the Head Coach Jeff Knight. “You know second and third, respectively. After The 106-lb bout began with Blue 200-medley relay (1:37.23). Bergen that you are going to get that kind of that Eric Bebel locked up his second Devil Jake Bencivenga recording a Catholic’s Tom Scrivanich, Ian Liu, a performance from him. He is very victory, winning the 100-free (48.74). five-point lateral throw against Kaelan Joe Omi and Sean Grifffenkranz fin- dependable.” Griffenkranz (49.84) and Scrivanich Francois, who then answered with a ished second (1:39.01) with Blue Westfield senior Ryan Bebel claimed (50.16) took 2-3 for Bergen Catholic. switch reversal. The two exchanged Devils Matt Barmakian, Tommy the 200-Individual Medley (1:57.56) After six events the Blue Devils still reversals early in the second period Brennan, Zach Youssef and Connor edging out Bergen Catholic’s Liu held a solid lead at 54-40. then Francois escaped and added a Heffernan taking third (1:42.89). (1:59.06) and Griffenkrantz (1:59.45). “I felt pretty good about what I did double-leg takedown to take a 7-6 Daniel followed that up with the Eric Bebel won the 50-free (22.15) out there in my races today,” said Eric lead. In the third period, Francois re- first of his two individual wins. Daniel with Prieto a close second (22.96). Bebel, a senior bound for Bryant corded a takedown, a two-point nearfall won the 200-free in thrilling fashion. Heffernan was third (23.35) giving the University in Rhode Island. “This and a reversal just after Bencivenga’s His time of 1:47.22 was good enough Blue Devils a 1-2-3 sweep in the event. meet followed counties, which can be reversal to claim a 13-8 victory. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to barely outpace Bergan Catholic After four races, Westfield held a 40- physically and mentally challenging With Westfield trailing 24-12, CJ GETTING A NEARFALL...Blue Devil Jordan Simpson turns Nicobi Collins to second place finisher Autsin Lee 22 advantage in points. but I thought we all were well pre- Composto wasted little time with a his back with a half nelson/tight waist for a nearfall at 152-lbs. (1:47.45). Teddy Diamantopolous Daniel earned his second individual pared and focused today.” (1:51.45) took third for Westfield. victory, taking the 100-fly in 52.89. Bergen Catholic edged closer by “Colin is a fantastic swimmer and a Bergen Catholic’s Joe Omi (54.40) going 1-2-3 in the 500-free. Julian Chen (4:57.02), Alex Vester (5 .62) Roselle Park Matmen Check Blue Devils, 35-22 and Tim Haemmerle (5:04.66) helped CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 Blue Devils Top Hillsborough, the Crusaders earn 13 points in the event to close to within four, at 57-53. time, found his opportunity and took to beat Jordan Simpson, 7-3, to give Coach Kurz said. Westfield’s top finisher was Tommy advantage of it,” Coach Rooney said. the Panthers a 32-13 lead. “I wrestled him three times last Fall to UC Vikings, Farmers Moore (5:25.72). Panther and 2017 NJSIAA quali- Blue Devil Sean Dwyer added team year. I wrestled him at the beginning fier Matt Armamento used a series of points with an 11-4 decision over of the season. I wrestled him at coun- The Westfield High School boys Westfield answered with a 1-2 fin- Natiello led the Blue Devils with 17 ish in the 200-free relay. Eric Bebel, takedowns and a tight waist nearfall Ryan Garcia at 160-lbs. Dwyer used a ties and I lost to him actually into the basketball team after falling to Union points, including a 3-pointer and eight to earn a 14-5 major decision over variety of takedowns to gain the win. finals of districts last year. Back in the Catholic, 71-61, in Westfield on Janu- Heffernan, Diamantopolous and free throws, against the Farmers and Daniel took first (1:30.97) with Prieto, Quinn Gimblette at 126-lbs then Mark Blue Devil Isaiah Reese bumped up regions, I beat him again. Today I am ary 26, sopundly defeated Crowley sank 10 points. McDaniel Montgomery, a 2017 NJSIAA quali- to 170-lbs to face Abel Crespo and happy to get another victory over Hillsborough, 56-31, at home on Janu- Jack Cifelli, Johnny Stiles and had nine points, including a 3-pointer, Barmakian coming in second (1:31.99) fier, recorded seven takedowns, a re- recorded a pair of takedowns and an him,” Reese said. ary 27 then dropped a 57-49 decision and Spellman netted seven points, in- versal and a pair of nearfalls to seize escape to grab a 5-1 decision. Blue Devil Tim Miller received a to the Union Farmers on January 29. just ahead of Bergen Catholic’s Omi, cluding a 3-pointer. Rooney had five Anderson, Chen and Lee (1:32.26). a 21-6, 6:00 tech fall over Jeremy “I was happy to pull him back into forfeit at 182-lbs then Panther Devin The conference game against the points, including a 3-pointer, and Jack- Silber. the mat. That’s my go-to now. When- Hilburn eked out a 2-1 win over Matt UC Vikings was intense and was tied, Crusader Scrivanich won the 100- son contributed one point. Derryen back. His time of 53.84 barely nudged Panther Jon Mejia also went the ever they try to escape me, I just grab Dente at 195-lbs. 35-35, at the half. The Vikings surged Whyte had 17 points for Union, while takedown route to claim a 21-5, 4:30 the leg and pull them back,” Reese Despite the win, Coach Rooney did in the third quarter and matched the out Ryan Bebel, who appeared to Ezra Glover had 13 points, DeAnte touch the wall at the same time but tech fall over freshman Mike Price at commented. have some concerns. “I feel like there Blue Devils in the fourth quarter. McFarlane had 12 points and DeAndre 138-lbs then Blue Devil Luke Scanlan “I thought Isaiah wrestled a great is still a lot of things that we can Union Catholic received outstanding apparently missed the mark. After a McFarlane pulled 10 rebounds. conference, officials ruled that managed to avoid a first period pin in match. Those two kids split last year. improve on. Abel lost to Reese. He efforts from Robert Miller (19 points, westfield 11 11 14 13 49 a 7-2 loss to Dylan Camilo at 145-lbs. You can say anything about the score. beat him in the district finals last year. 6 assists), Ibn Lynn (18 points, with 5 Scrivanich was the winner. Union 12 8 17 20 57 “That kind of thing can happen in a At 152-lbs, Elvin Guerrero got a third- I thought Isaiah wrestled a real smart Cudos to them. They have improved 3-pointers), and Justin Archer (17 period escape and a quick takedown match. Crespo’s defense is tough,” and maybe we need to work harder. I points). The Blue Devils were led by Lady Blue Devils Halt competitive meet against a strong opponent,” said Knight. “You just didn’t think Devin [Hilburn] opened Adam McDaniel with 22 points, in- Pioneers Cagers, 51-35 up as much as he could. After this cluding four 3-pointers), Matt have to push through and not let it Faith Dobosiewicz poured in 14 impact your performance the rest of match, you learn. Great job! We got Crowley (19 points) and Mark the job done but we still have a long Natiello (15 points). points, including a pair of 3-pointers, the meet. Fortunately our kids came and added three steals, two blocks, through in the next two races and did way to go,” Coach Rooney expressed. Union Catholic 15 20 15 21 71 two assists, and Molly Ryan sank 13 what they had to do so that the points “In defeat, I thought I saw a good Westfield 15 20 7 19 61 points and added three steals and two lost did not matter.” effort from everybody. I saw some The Blue Devils received positive assists to lead the 10-5 Westfield High Blue Devil Steve Warren won the nice takedowns. I saw a good wrestler contributions from its entire roster School girls basketball team to a 51- 100-breast (58.25) ahead of Bergen in Jordan Simpson and glimpses of an against the visiting Hillsborough 35 victory over the hosting New Provi- Catholic’s Chen (59.67) and Liu (1 .32). excellent effort if he can put together squad. Following a tight first quarter, dence Pioneers on January 27. Bergen Catholic closed out the meet six minutes. I know he can put to- the Blue Devils turned up the defen- Lily Maz scored 10 points and with a victory in the 400-free relay gether six minutes. Dwyer had some sive intensity and locked down the added two steals, two assists and a where the team of Lee, Liu, Scrivaich nice offensive takedowns. First match Raiders for the balance of the game. rebound. Grace Elliott put in eight and Griffenkranz finished in 3:22.28 back in a while. I like the way Luke Westfield’s top contributors included points, including a 3-pointer, and just ahead of Westfield’s Daniel, Scanlan battled back from down 6-0 Crowley (11 points), Natiello (10 added three steals, four rebounds and Diamantopolous, Heffernan and Ryan and really controlled the last three points), Griffin Rooney (9 points, 7 two assists. Emma Pietrewicz had Bebel (3:22.65). minutes. Mike Price is a freshman rebounds), McDaniel (7 points), and four points and a steal, and Lauren Bergen Catholic came into the meet wrestling an upperclassman. He’s over Dylan Jackson, Luke Spellman and Sgro had two points, four rebounds, having only lost one time this season. matched but he didn’t quit. Jeremy Adam Perry (4 points each). three assists and two blocks. Caroline The Crusaders were ranked in the Silber didn’t quit. He went out there Hillsborough 10 9 6 6 31 Dwyer pulled four rebounds. Alexa top-10 and represented just the latest and wrestled a complete match. Westfield 9 24 9 14 56 Boyle led the Pioneers with 15 points. in a long line of quality opponents Roselle Park is good. There’s no STATE QUALIFIERS...Kent Place freshman Kayla Turnof, left, and Newark shame in losing to them,” Coach Kurz Westfield 22 8 10 11 51 that have not been able to take down Academy junior Abby Parker of Westfield qualified in District 3 for the women’s PUBLIC NOTICE New Providence 8 14 7 6 35 the Blue Devils in their home gym. individual saber competition. said. TOWN OF WESTFIELD The Westfield swimmers seemed to BOUT SEQUENCE: PUBLIC NOTICE 220: — Loder (W) d Matthews 2-0 The Tax Assessment List for The Town know just how impressive this win TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD Turnof Sisters Qualify In Fencing District 3 Hwt: — Urban (R) won forfeit of Westfield for the 2018 Tax Year will be was for the team moving forward. 106: — Composto (W) md Leo 15-3 open for inspection on Friday, February The 2018 Tax List may now be viewed “Bergen Catholic always has a tough Kent Place freshman Kayla Turnof women’s individual saber. This state 113: — Bencivenga (W) d Antonucci 2-1 23, 2018 between the hours of 8:30 A.M. between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday team,” said Eric Bebel. “I think this and Newark Academy junior Abby competition will be held on March 4 120: — Hummel (R) p Hoerle 5:35 and 4:30 P.M. in the Tax Assessors Office, through Friday in Room 104 (Assessor’s 126: — Armamento (R) md Gimblette Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Office) in the Cranford Municipal Building, may have been their best team since I Parker of Westfield recently quali- at Livingston High School. fied in District 3 for the women’s 14-5 Westfield. 8 Springfield Avenue, Cranford. have been here. I think we did a really Also, Kayla’s saber squad from 132: — Montgomery (R) tf Silber 21-6, Annmarie Switzer, CTA Peter J. Barnett good job today at winning the races individual saber competition with Kent Place took first overall in 6:00 Tax Assessor Assessor we needed to win and we didn’t really Abby taking first place and Kayla women’s saber squad for District 3 as 138: — Mejia (R) tf Price 21-5, 4:30 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $11.22 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $9.69 give up any points that could have fourth place. Kayla was also the only well as her entire team finishing over- 145: — Camilo (R) d Scanlan 7-2 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE freshman in District 3 to qualify for 152: — Guerrero (R) d Simpson 7-3 gone either way.” all in fourth place for District 3. Her 160: — Dwyer (W) d Garcia 11-4 saber squad will fence at states on TOWN OF WESTFIELD the front yard or, in the case of a corner lot, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 170: — Reese (W) d Crespo 5-1 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT when located in the front yard or street side February 25 in North Hunterdon. 182: — Miller (W) won forfeit yard. Proposed is a fence height of 6 feet, TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 195: — Hilburn (R) d Dente 2-1 The Board of Adjustment of the Town Kayla’s saber squad is also unde- which extends beyond the property line. CRANFORD, NEW JERSEY PLANNING BOARD of Westfield, New Jersey will meet on feated in their regular season. Both February 14, 2018, in the Council Cham- Robert & Gail Dena, 1027 Ripley Av- NOTICE TO BIDDERS RESOLUTION Kayla and Abby attend/workout at UC’s DiDario Named bers at the Municipal Building, 425 East enue. Applicants are seeking approval to The Township Clerk will receive sealed WHEREAS, the Planning Board of the Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey at construct an in-ground swimming pool AFFA, Advanced Fencing and Fit- bids for the 2018 concession rights for the Township of Scotch Plains will require the Triple-Impact Competitor 7:30 p.m. to hear and consider the follow- contrary to Sections 13.02D3 and 12.04G ness Club, in Garwood. Centennial Avenue Pool Concession Stand services of a Consulting Planner during ing appeals for bulk (c) and/or (d) variance of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance Isabella DiDario of Union Catholic and the Orange Avenue Pool Concession the year 2018; and PUBLIC NOTICE relief from requirements of the Westfield requires a swimming pool not be closer High School in Scotch Plains was Stand in the Township of Cranford on WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Land Use Ordinance. than 15 feet from any side property line. February 21st, 2018 in Room 108 of the Law, N.J.S.A. (40 A-11-1et seq.), requires TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD named a Triple-Impact Competitor Proposed is a side yard setback of 9.2 feet Mark Dow, 247 Prospect Street. Appli- Township Municipal Building, 8 Spring- that the Resolution authorizing the award PLANNING BOARD by the Positive Coaching Alliance (to the water’s edge). Ordinance requires cant is seeking approval to construct a new field Avenue, Cranford, New Jersey, at of a contract for professional services with- a swimming pool not be closer than 15 feet TAKE NOTICE that on the 24th day of (PCA). Triple-Impact Competitors are two-car garage and two dormer additions 10:30 a.m. prevailing time. out competitive bids be publicly adver- from any rear property line. Proposed is January, 2018 the Planning Board of the selected based on an essay highlight- contrary to Sections 11.12E5, 11.12E8, Specifications and proposal forms may tised; and 8.4 feet (to the water’s edge). Ordinance Township of Cranford, in the County of 11.12E12, and 13.01E of the Land Use be obtained in the Office of the Township WHEREAS, the award of this contract is ing the winners’ personal mastery, allows a maximum improvement coverage Union took the following action: Ordinance. Ordinance requires a minimum Clerk, 8 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, New pursuant to a fair and open process in leadership and honoring the game. of 50%. Proposed is 51.6%. front yard setback of 40 feet. Proposed is Jersey between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44a-20.4, et 1. Adjourned Application # PBA-17- Isabella, who is a soccer and bas- 22.6 feet. Ordinance allows a maximum Eugene & Olga Prystupa, 651 Willow 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday or by seq., 00011: Sergio & Sandra Martins, Appli- ketball player, will be honored by the building height of 32 feet. Proposed is 32.6 Grove. Applicants are seeking approval to registering on the Township website at: NOW, THEREFORE, BE AND IT IS cant, 116 Garden Street, Block: 285, Lot: feet. Ordinance allows a maximum of 2 1/ construct a pergola contrary to Section https://www.cranfordnj.org/bids. HEREBY RESOLVED by the Planning 5, R-4 Zone. Applicant is seeking a minor PCA at the “Jeans and Jerseys” Triple 2 stories. Proposed are 3 stories. Ordi- 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordi- All bids shall be submitted in an opaque Board of the Township of Scotch Plains, subdivision to April 18, 2018. Impact Awards event, being held to- nance allows a maximum eave height of nance allows a maximum building cover- sealed envelope clearly marked, “2018 New Jersey, that the firm of Harbor Con- Donna Pedde night Thursday, February 1, at the 22 feet. Proposed eave height is 27.5 feet. age of 20%. Proposed is 22.3%. Concession Rights for the Centennial sultants, 320 North Avenue East, Board Secretary Simon Baruch Middle School in New Ordinance does not permit an accessory Avenue Pool Concession Stand and Cranford, New Jersey be appointed Con- Monika Gupta, 1524 Pine Grove Av- 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $14.28 structure in the front yard. Proposed is the the Orange Avenue Pool Concession sulting Planner to the Planning Board for York City from 6 pm to 8:30 p.m. The enue. Applicant is seeking approval to garage in the front yard, along Nelson Stand”, with the applicant’s name, ad- the period effective from January 8, 2018 PUBLIC NOTICE event will also honor NHL Commis- construct a one and two-story addition, an Place. dress and telephone number. to December 31, 2018 for planning re- open front porch, and a one-car garage UNION COUNTY sioner, Gary Bettman, and Glenview All bids must be accompanied by a bid views and board meeting attendance and, Jennifer Pool & Christopher Miller, 3 contrary to Sections 11.09E5 and 11.09E6 INSURANCE FUND COMMISSION Capital Management CEO, Larry guarantee in the amount of 10 percent of on an “as needed basis”. Breeze Knoll Drive. Applicants are seek- of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance the bid, but not in excess of $ 20,000.00, in BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Please be advised the Commissioners Robbins, for their positive contribu- ing approval to construct a pool and patio requires a minimum side yard of 10 feet. the form of a certified check, cashier’s contract is awarded without competitive of Union County Insurance Fund Commis- tions to youth sports. contrary to Sections 12.04G and 13.02D5 Proposed is 4.9 feet. Ordinance requires a check or bid bond. bidding as “professional services” under sion have scheduled a regular meeting for of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance front yard setback (EFYD) of 35.6 feet. Bidders are required to comply with the the provisions of said Local Public Con- any business properly brought before the PUBLIC NOTICE allows a maximum all improvement cover- Proposed is 34.6 feet. Affirmative Action requirements of N.J.S.A. tracts Law, because N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1) Board and if necessary an Executive Ses- age of 30% (8,000 square feet). Proposed BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Variances, waivers or exceptions from 10:5-31 et seq. specifically exempts such “professional sion for the express purpose of any pend- is 29.7% (10,574.82 square feet). Ordi- certain site plan details or relief from re- The Township of Cranford reserves the services” from competitive bidding; ing or anticipated litigation matters or strat- The Tax Assessment List for the Bor- nance requires a pool be enclosed by a quirements may be sought as appropriate. right to reject any or all bids as in its BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the egies on Monday, February 26, 2018 at ough of Garwood for the 2018 Tax Year solid fence. Proposed is an aluminum es- Plans and application are on file in the judgment may be deemed to be in the Land Use Secretary of the Township of 2:00 PM. The meeting will be held at the will be open for inspection on Friday Feb- tate fence. office of the Town Engineer, 959 North best interest of the Township of Cranford. Scotch Plains is hereby authorized and Administration Building 6th Floor, Free- ruary 23, 2018 between the hours of 9:00 Partha Palit & Panchatapa Dasgupta, Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and The Township of Cranford also reserves directed to publish a copy of this resolution holder Conference Room, 10 AM and 4:00 PM in the Tax Assessors 118 Clifton Street. Applicants are seek- may be seen Monday through Friday from the right to waive any minor irregularity or in the official newspaper of the Township Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Office, Municipal Building, 403 South Av- ing approval to retain an existing fence 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. technicality. of Scotch Plains in a timely manner. sey. enue Garwood, New Jersey. contrary to Section 12.07C of the Land Linda Jacus Patricia Donahue, RMC Shannon Rapant By: PERMA Risk Management Services Annmarie Switzer, CTA Use Ordinance. Ordinance allows a maxi- Board Secretary Township Clerk Land Use Secretary Administrator Tax Assessor mum fence height of 4 feet when located in 1 T - 02/01/18, The Leader Fee: $77.01 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $37.74 1 T - 2/1/18, The Times Fee: $37.74 1 T - 02/01/18, The Leader Fee: $16.83 1T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $11.22 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 1, 2018 Page 15 tion of Raritan Road and Centennial FARM WORKERS NEEDED Avenue for failure to observe a red traf- fic signal. Following an investigation at 38 Temp Farmworkers needed the scene police located prescription 2/26/18 – 11/23/18. Workers will CLASSIFIEDS legend drugs and paraphernalia inside perform various duties associated the vehicle. Marques was arrested, pro- with cultivating & hand harvesting WESTFIELD ance. Additionally, he was issued cessed and released pending a Munici- apples according to supervisor’s PT RECEPTIONIST WANTED CRANFORD ESTATE SALE Thursday, January 18, Cadisha C. motor vehicle summonses for an pal Court appearance. Additionally, the instructions. Workers will have Mills, 40, of Plainfield was arrested on unsafe lane change and possession driver was issued a motor vehicle sum- extensive periods of sitting, Skincare Spa looking for 46 Spruce Street charges of obstructing administration of a CDS in a motor vehicle. mons for possession of a CDS in a motor standing, walking, pushing, pulling, part-time receptionist with Fri 2/2 & Sat 2/3, 10am to 3pm of the law and driving while intoxi- Tuesday, January 16, James vehicle, a vehicle inspection violation, repetitive movement, frequent telephone & computer skills. Contents of Home. Sofa, Chairs, cated (DWI) and on two outstanding Vanorden, III, 27, of Woodbridge was unclear plates, and no valid insurance Please email resumes to Table, Dining Room Table, China criminal warrants out of the Plainfield stopping and lifting up to 75 lbs. arrested on charges of possession of card in his possession. Must have 3 months verifiable [email protected] Cabinet & Server, China, Glass, Municipal Court, with $250 bail, and paraphernalia, possession of a hypo- SCOTCH PLAINS Vintage Linens & Clothes, Bed, Roselle Municipal Court, with $300 dermic syringe and hindering appre- experience pruning high density FOR RENT WESTFIELD Monday, January 22, William C. Ball, fresh fruit apple trees & affirmative, Dressers, Desk, Kitchenware, bail. The arrest was pursuant to a traffic hension after a 1999 Buick was stopped 54, of Plainfield was arrested on an House to share, one private Books, Garden Tools & More! stop in the area of West South Avenue at the intersection of South Avenue outstanding warrant out of Plainfield verifiable job references. May random drug test at employer’s bedroom with new oak floor, new DovetailsUSA.com for pics near Downer Street. Mills was trans- East and Centennial Avenue for a head- during a motor vehicle stop. He was paint and window treatments, ported to police headquarters, where light out. Following an investigation at transported to police headquarters and expense. Guaranteed at least 3/4 FARM WORKERS NEEDED she was processed and subsequently of contract hours but hours will shared bathroom with one adult. the scene, police located hypodermic processed. Living room with fireplace, formal 17 Temp Farmworkers needed released to a sober adult. syringes and CDS paraphernalia inside Monday, January 22, a resident of vary according to weather and crop Thursday, January 18, Alexander A. conditions. Hours may exceed or dining room, eat in large kitchen, 2/26/18 – 11/23/18. Workers will the vehicle. A passenger, Vanorden, Quimby Lane reported fraud. Some- perform various duties associated Gazsi, 27, of Cranford was arrested on was arrested and later determined to one gained access to several of the be less than 40 hours. Work tools, full laundry room, off street an outstanding criminal warrant out of have an outstanding criminal warrant victim’s credit accounts. The incident supplies, equipment provided at parking, large fenced in yard in with cultivating & hand harvesting Westfield Municipal Court, with $786 from Newark Municipal Court. He was is under investigation. no cost. Housing provided for non- quiet, prestigous neighborhood, apples according to supervisor’s bail, pursuant to a prisoner pickup at processed and given a Municipal Court Wednesday, January 24, a resident in commuting workers at no cost. 10 minute walk to train. $1000 a instructions. Workers will have the Kenilworth Police Department. He appearance date. the 1300 block of Martine Avenue was Transportation & subsistence month and partial utilities. extensive periods of sitting, was transported to Westfield police Wednesday, January 17, Mark the victim of fraud. The victim re- reimbursed to worker upon Non smoking, no pets. Must standing, walking, pushing, pulling, headquarters, where he was processed Hudson, 29, of Maplewood was ar- ceived a telephone call from a person completion of 50% of contract or have references. (908) 377-6761 repetitive movement, frequent and subsequently released after post- rested on charges of possession of less claiming to be a family member who stopping and lifting up to 75 lbs. earlier if appropriate. $12.83/hr, FARM WORKERS NEEDED ing the full bail amount. than 50 grams of suspected marijuana, was requesting several thousand dol- applicable piece rate depending Must have 3 months verifiable Friday, January 19, Kayla Neal, 18, possession of paraphernalia, obstruct- lars for medical bills. The victim spoke 9 temp farm workers needed experience pruning high density of Westfield was arrested and charged on crop activity, or current ing the administration of law and re- with family members the next day and applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at 3/19/18 – 5/23/18. Workers will fresh fruit apple trees & affirmative, with possession of a controlled danger- sisting arrest after a 2012 Volkswagen realized they were scammed. The inci- perform various duties associated verifiable job references. May ous substance (CDS)/less than 50 grams was stopped at the intersection of North employer discretion. EOE. dent is under investigation. Worksite in Orleans Co. NY. with pullet rearing rock picking and random drug test at employer’s of suspected marijuana pursuant to a Avenue East and the Garden State Park- Wednesday, January 24, Costadino expense. Guaranteed at least 3/4 motor vehicle stop on West Broad Street Applicants report/send a resume assist in farm & building way 137 Exchange for tinted windows P. Bourdouvales, 36, of Plainfield was maintenance. Workers will have of contract hours but hours will near Rahway Avenue. She was trans- violation. Following an investigation arrested on an outstanding warrant out to the nearest NJ Career Center office or call 908-412-7980 & ref extensive periods of sitting, vary according to weather and crop ported to police headquarters, processed at the scene, police arrested the driver, of Scotch Plains. conditions. Hours may exceed or and released on a summons with a Hudson, for possession of suspected Wednesday, January 24, Shanice A. job order #NY1236341. Lamont standing, walking, pushing, pulling, pending Municipal Court date. Fruit Farm- Waterport, NY repetitive movement, frequent be less than 40 hours. Work tools, marijuana located inside the car. Once Hunt, 27, of Newark was arrested on an supplies, equipment provided at Saturday, January 20, Alvin Dealba, processed, he was released pending a outstanding warrant out of East Orange stopping and lifting 75lbs. Must 44, of Newark was arrested and charged Municipal Court appearance. Addition- NURSERY WORKERS NEEDED have 3 months’ verifiable no cost. Housing provided for non- during a motor vehicle stop. She was commuting workers at no cost. with DWI pursuant to a motor vehicle ally, he was issued motor vehicle sum- transported to police headquarters and 4 temp Nursery workers needed experience as a farmworker on a stop on the 1200 block of Route 22 in monses for tinted windows, no valid processed. commercial farm & affirmative Transportation & subsistence 3/5/18 – 11/16/18. Workers will reimbursed to worker upon Mountainside. He was transported to insurance card, an expired vehicle in- Friday, January 26, a resident of plant, cultivate & hand harvest verifiable job references. May police headquarters, where he was pro- spection sticker and possession of a Ramapo Way reported fraud. Someone random drug test at employer’s completion of 50% of contract or container and field grown nursery earlier if appropriate. $12.83/hr, cessed and released to a sober adult. CDS in a motor vehicle. gained access to the victim’s credit card stock according to supervisor’s expense. Guaranteed at least 3/4 Saturday, January 20, Marc Sorkin, Friday, January 19, Nikolaos Zervos, account and made an online purchase. of contract hours but hours will applicable piece rate depending 50, of Scotch Plains was arrested and instructions. Workers will have on crop activity, or current 54, of Linden was arrested and charged The incident is under investigation. extensive periods of sitting, vary according to weather and crop charged with simple assault and weap- with driving while intoxicated (DWI) Friday, January 26, a resident of Black conditions. Hours may exceed or applicable AEWR. Raise/bonus at ons offenses pursuant to a motor ve- after a 1997 Toyota was stopped at standing, walking, pushing, pulling, employer discretion. EOE. Birch Road reported fraud. The victim repetitive movement, frequent be less than 36 hours. Work tools, hicle stop related to an incident that Raritan Road and Moen Avenue for reported that someone had opened a supplies, equipment provided at Worksite in Orleans Co. NY. occurred at the intersection of Spring- careless driving. Following an investi- credit card in their name. The incident stopping and lifting up to 75 lbs. Applicants report/send a resume Must have 3 months experience no cost. Housing provided for non- field Avenue and East Broad Street. He gation at the scene, police arrested is under investigation. commuting workers at no cost. to the nearest NJ Career Center was transported to police headquar- Zervos on a charge of DWI. In addi- Friday, January 26, a resident of Lo- operating 55+ HP farm equipment office or call 908-412-7980 & ref ters, where he was processed and re- including bobcat/ forklift & Transportation & subsistence tion, he was issued motor vehicle sum- cust Avenue reported fraud. Someone reimbursed to worker upon job order #NY1238029. Sandy leased on a summons. monses for careless driving and unsafe gained access to their credit card ac- affirmative verifiable job Knoll Farms – Lyndonville, NY Sunday, January 21, Katarzyna tires. Zervos was released pending a references. May random drug test completion of 50% of contract or count and made an online purchase. earlier if appropriate. $12.83/hr or Smiatacz, 38, of Springfield was ar- Municipal Court appearance. The incident is under investigation. at employer’s expense. FITNESS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE rested and charged with DWI pursuant Monday, January 22, Tonyjunior Monday, January 29, Marvin B. Guaranteed at least 3/4 of contract current applicable AEWR. Raise/ to a motor vehicle stop in the area of Marques, 25, of Cliffwood Beach was Lubin, 42, of Cliffwood Beach was hours but hours will vary according bonus at employer discretion. Body By Jake FIRMFLEX Total East Broad and South Chestnut Streets. arrested on charges of possession of a arrested on outstanding warrants out of to weather and crop conditions. EOE. Worksite in Wayne Co NY. Body Trainer. Complete Workout Smiatacz was transported to police prescription legend drug and posses- Union and East Orange during a motor Hours may exceed or be less than Report or send a resume to nearest Exercise Machine. Space Saving headquarters, processed and released sion of paraphernalia and DWI after a vehicle stop. Lubin was transported to 46 hours. Work tools, supplies, local NJ Gloucester County One Design. Padded Bench. to a sober adult. 2015 Honda was stopped at the intersec- police headquarters and processed. equipment provided at no cost. Stop Career Center office or call Adjustable Height and Resistence. FANWOOD Housing provided for non- 908-412-7980 & reference Job # Perfect For Home or Dorm! Saturday, January 27, a victim re- commuting workers at no cost. NY-1238746. Wayne County Eggs Excellent Condition, $30. ported that between 6 p.m. and 6:17 Recent Home Sales LLC: Wolcott NY Call (908) 654-6091 p.m. an unknown person stole her coat For more info see: Transportation & subsistence http://clerk.ucnj.org/UCPA/DocIndex reimbursed to worker upon while in a business on the 200 block of DEYCI’S CLEANING SERVICES South Avenue. The coat is valued at completion of 50% of contract or FREELANCERS WANTED Westfield: 01/15/18 and Amanda Cognetti, 719 Prospect earlier if appropriate. $12.83/hr or Are you tired? Let me help you! $1,500. Street, $710,000. Experience & Excellent Work Strong, detail-oriented writers CRANFORD Gail Brickman and Eric Brickman current applicable AEWR. Raise/ Residential, Apartments, with professional demeanor Tuesday, January 16, Kenneth to Elan Arbitsman and Naomi Sarah Joseph Rizzo, Jr. to Kuo Liang Tao bonus at employer discretion. Commercial, Offices and Elaine Kwon, 649 Prospect Street, needed to cover local Meier, 25, of Cranford was arrested Schwarz, 1204 Prospect Street, EOE. Worksites in Erie & Niagara Free Estimates 100% Guaranteed government meetings. Must be on charges of possession of a con- $1,075,000. $1,284,000. Co NY. EOE. Report or send a References Available Joseph F. and Margaret M. Sheridan (908) 510-2542 able to meet deadlines, know trolled dangerous substance (CDS) Estate Of Kitty Branton to Brant resume to nearest local NJ Career how to write a lead, and take and possession of paraphernalia af- and Lori Lipart, 17 Sunnywood Drive, to Nicholas Boniakowski and Caitlyn Center office or call 908-412-7980 M. Brown, 7 Webster Place, an active interest in their beats ter a 1995 Oldsmobile was stopped $605,000. & reference Job #NY1237336. in order to develop news near the intersection of Raritan Road Francis E. Desantis to James F. $999,999. Russell’s Tree & Shrub Farm LLC– See it all on the Web! and Mohawk Drive for failure to Thomas and Deborah Matro to stories. Please email Desantis and Nicole Sinnott, 18 East Amherst, NY. www.goleader.com resume and clips to: maintain their lane. Following an Fairhill Road, $950,000. Amritpal Singh Jhajj and Tandeep investigation at the scene, police John A. and Sharon S. Campbell to Kaur Cheema, 4 Bradson Court, Daniel Kanoff and Elizabeth A. [email protected] located suspected crack-cocaine and $1,150,000. Chang to Rachel Cohen and Jordana heroin inside the vehicle. Meier was Benjamin and Valerie Shander, 419 PUBLIC NOTICE Birch Place, $995,000. Marc Macabe to Martha Braun, Cohen, 434 Summit Avenue, arrested, processed and released UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE Estate Of Mary Lou Lunin to Paul 260 Walnut Street, $470,000. $585,000. pending a Superior Court appear- Jonthan Wasserman to Joseph M. Fourth Avenue Homes, LLC to OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD and Ann M. Quirk, 260 Prospect NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE Jarrod and Chelsea B. Dicker, 627 Date Adopted: 1/25/18 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE Street, $465,000. Fourth Avenue, $1,275,000. Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 1/25/18 UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD petitive bidding as an Professional ers has awarded a contract without com- UNION COUNTY BOARD Date Adopted: 1/25/18 Date Adopted: 1/25/18 UNION COUNTY BOARD servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) petitive bidding as an Professional OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS (i). This contract and the resolution autho- servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD rizing it is available for public inspection in (i). This contract and the resolution autho- Date Adopted: 1/25/18 ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Date Adopted: 1/25/18 the Office of the Clerk of the Board. rizing it is available for public inspection in Public Notice is hereby given that the petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional Public Notice is hereby given that the the Office of the Clerk of the Board. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- RESOLUTION NO: 2018-93 unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- AWARDED TO: Pharma-Care RESOLUTION NO: 2018-127 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the (i). This contract and the resolution autho- ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as an extraordinary Inc.,Clark, New Jersey AWARDED TO: Aloia Law Firm of resolution authorizing it is available for rizing it is available for public inspection in petitive bidding as an Professional unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. SERVICES TO: to provide pharmacy Bloomfield, New Jersey public inspection in the Office of the Clerk the Office of the Clerk of the Board. servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the consulting services for the patients of the SERVICES TO: as special counsel to of the Board. (i). This contract and the resolution autho- RESOLUTION NO: 2018-126 resolution authorizing it is available for Cornerstone Behavioral Health Hospital of represent C.O. John W. Calvano, Jr., C.O. AWARDED TO: Rainone Coughlin rizing it is available for public inspection in Union County RESOLUTION NO: 2017-106 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk the Office of the Clerk of the Board. Pablo E. Chavez, C.O. Kenneth J. Parrish amending (Resolution No. 2017-994) Minchello of Woodbridge, New Jersey of the Board. PERIOD: January 1, 2018-December and C.O. Rizzo in the matter entitled AWARDED TO: Union County Youth SERVICES TO: as special counsel to RESOLUTION NO: 2018-86 31, 2018 Reginal Curry v. UC, et. als, RESOLUTION NO: 2017-97 SERVICE: to provide a range of pro- represent Sergeant Michael J. Patella in AWARDED TO: CME Associates, of COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: AWARDED TO: Robert Santilli of grams and services for Union County youth the matter entitled Reginal Curry v. UC, et. Parlin, New Jersey $12,000.00. $10,000.00. Middletown, New Jersey families involved or at risk of becoming als, SERVICES TO: to provide Engineering James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk SERVICE: to serve as IT Manager at the involved in the juvenile justice system COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: Design, Construction Administration and of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders Union County Prosecutor’s Office James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk $10,000.00. Inspection Service for the Replacement of 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.44 PERIOD: January 1, 2018- December of the Board Chosen Freeholders James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk Lower Road Minor Bridge, Li-63, City of 31, 2018 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $20.91 of the Board Chosen Freeholders Linden, New Jersey PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $21.42 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed COSTS: for an amount not to exceed: UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD $70,000.00 $168,196.70. PUBLIC NOTICE OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders Date Adopted: 1/25/18 Date Adopted: 1/25/18 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.44 Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 1/25/18 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: 1/25/18 UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD petitive bidding as an extraordinary petitive bidding as an Professional Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the (i). This contract and the resolution autho- petitive bidding as an extraordinary ers has awarded a contract without com- Date Adopted: 1/25/18 Date Adopted: 1/25/18 resolution authorizing it is available for rizing it is available for public inspection in unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. petitive bidding as an Professional Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the public inspection in the Office of the Clerk the Office of the Clerk of the Board. 40A:11-5(1)(a) (11). This contract and the servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- of the Board. resolution authorizing it is available for (i). This contract and the resolution autho- RESOLUTION NO: 2018-78 ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk rizing it is available for public inspection in RESOLUTION NO: 2017-104 AWARDED TO: Natal Israel Trauma & petitive bidding as an Professional petitive bidding as an Professional of the Board. the Office of the Clerk of the Board. AWARDED TO: Beckerman &Com- Resiliency Center, Tel Aviv, Israel servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) pany, Colonia, New Jersey SERVICES TO: for the purpose of pro- RESOLUTION NO: 2017-131 RESOLUTION NO: 2018-125 (i). This contract and the resolution autho- (i). This contract and the resolution autho- SERVICE: for the purpose of providing viding health care professionals with train- AWARDED TO: Groundwork Eliza- AWARDED TO: LaCorte, Bundy, rizing it is available for public inspection in rizing it is available for public inspection in General Insurance Consultant/Broker Ser- ing to identify and treat post-traumatic beth, Elizabeth, New Jersey Varady & Kinsella of Union, New Jer- the Office of the Clerk of the Board. the Office of the Clerk of the Board. vices stress disorder in first responders SERVICE: implementation of the Union sey RESOLUTION NO: 2018-124 RESOLUTION NO: 2018-116 PERIOD: February 1, 2018- January PERIOD: February 1, 2018-December County Means Green Community Garden SERVICES TO: as special counsel to amending (Resolution No. 2017-697) AWARDED TO: Michael Calafati Ar- 31, 2021 31, 2018 Grants represent Captain Robert D. Cesaro in the AWARDED TO: Weiner Law Group, chitect LLC COSTS: for a total amount not to exceed COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: PERIOD: January 1, 2018-December matter entitled Reginal Curry v. UC, et. als, LLP of Parsippany, New Jersey SERVICES TO: Architectural firm to $87,000.00 $62,000.00 31, 2018 COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: SERVICES TO: in the matter entitled address the architectural aspects of the James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: $10,000.00. Stephen Repella v. UC, et. als, strategic plan the restoration/rehabilitation of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders $50,000.00 James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: of the Deserted Village of Feltville 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.95 James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk of the Board Chosen Freeholders $10,000.00 for a sum not to exceed: COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: of the Board Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $21.42 $50,000.00 $41,000.00 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.95 PUBLIC NOTICE James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $21.42 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $21.42 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Date Adopted: 1/25/18 Date Adopted: 1/25/18 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: 1/25/18 Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Date Adopted: 1/25/18 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- COUNTY OF UNION ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as an Professional petitive bidding as an Professional TAKE NOTICE the undersigned will expose for sale at Public Auction, in accordance Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as an Professional servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) with Title 39:10A-1, at the times and locations specified below, the following motor ers has awarded a contract without com- servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) (i). This contract and the resolution autho- (i). This contract and the resolution autho- vehicles which came into the possession of the Scotch Plains Police Department through petitive bidding as an Professional (i). This contract and the resolution autho- rizing it is available for public inspection in rizing it is available for public inspection in abandonment or failure of owners to claim same. servicepursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a) rizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. the Office of the Clerk of the Board. All the vehicles on the following lists are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no (i). This contract and the resolution autho- the Office of the Clerk of the Board. representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Minimum bid for each RESOLUTION NO: 2018-88 RESOLUTION NO: 2018-87 rizing it is available for public inspection in RESOLUTION NO: 2018-85 vehicle will be all towing and storage fees due to the towing agency. AWARDED TO: Remington & Vernick AWARDED TO: Neglia Engineering the Office of the Clerk of the Board. AWARDED TO: Remington & Vernick Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at time Engineers,Inc.,of Secaucus, New Jer- Associates, of Clark, New Jersey RESOLUTION NO: 2018-117 Engineers, of Secaucus, New Jersey of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 p.m. the same day. sey SERVICES TO: to provide Engineering AWARDED TO: Ian Burrow SERVICES TO: to provide Engineering The public auction shall be held on February 13, 2018 in accordance with the laws of SERVICES TO: to provide Engineering Design, Construction Administration and SERVICES TO: Archeological planning Design, Construction Administration and the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. Design Services, Construction Adminis- Inspection Service for the Replacement of services to develop strategic plan for the Inspection Service for the 2018 Bridge The following vehicle may be examined at Frank’s Towing 56 South Martine Avenue, tration and Inspection Service for the Re- Faitoute Avenue Minor Bridge Ke-1 over rehabilitation of the Deserted Village of Improvement Program for the County of Fanwood, New Jersey at 8:30 am. Public Auction will commence at 8:45 am. placement of High Street Minor Bridge, Stream 10-24 in the Borough of Kenilworth, Feltville Union, New Jersey Su-84, City of Summit, New Jersey New Jersey MAKE YEAR VIN NO. MINIMUM BID COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: COSTS: in an amount not to exceed: COSTS: for an amount not to ex- COSTS: for an amount not to exceed: LEXUS 2001 JT8BF28G410333757 $3,975.00 $14,150.00 $193,617.30. ceed:$166,152.14. $190,038.00 James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk Bozena Lacina, RMC James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk James E. Pellettiere, RMC, QPA, Clerk of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders Township Clerk of the Board Chosen Freeholders of the Board Chosen Freeholders 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $20.91 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 2/1/18, The Times Fee: $37.74 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.95 1 T - 2/1/18, The Leader Fee: $22.95 Page 16 Thursday, February 1, 2018 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Dean’s List at University of Delaware Announced

NEWARK, Del. – The following Worms of Westfield, Olivia students from the region have been Aurigemma of Westfield, Jacob named to the University of Delaware Klofta of Westfield, Ansh Jhaveri of Dean’s List for the Fall 2017 semes- Westfield, Amelia Ritter of Westfield, ter: Matthew Schiff of Westfield, Emily Leigh Abramson of Cranford, Laura McGann of Westfield, Christina Di Brink of Cranford , Taylor Schomp of Bella of Westfield, Nicole Cristiano Cranford , Brian Stapleton of of Westfield, Megan Melillo of Cranford , Nicholas Barroqueiro of Westfield, Aaron Tavasi of Westfield, Westfield , Michael Cash of Westfield Chloe Beauchamp of Westfield, , Kayleigh Denner of Westfield , An- Isabelle Cohen of Westfield, drew Harting-Smith of Westfield, Katherine Brown of Westfield, Max Marissa Dankosky of Cranford, Brian Carle of Westfield, Erin Malley of Rubin of Cranford, James Pipala of Westfield, Karen Forbes of Westfield, CURIOUS YOUNG MINDS...Twenty-two Westfield students participated in a Cranford, Sarah Russo of Westfield, Elizabeth Brown-Cordero of day of investigation held at Union County College on January 8. The students, Westfield, Jack Hall of Mountainside, who are enrolled in the gifted pull-out program in Westfield, joined more than 100 Michael Maguire of Westfield, Nicole Devitt of Westfield, Victoria Eduardo Arocha of Fanwood, Samuel STOMPING OUT BULLIES...Lincoln School in Garwood teamed up with the sixth graders from other public school districts in the county at the event organized Bebout of Fanwood, Megan Voorhees by Westfield teacher Esther J. Van Riper, a long-time member of the Union Guerriero of Westfield, Gianna Devito New York Jets and STOMP Out Bullying to help tackle all forms of bullying. The County Gifted and Talented Association (UCGTA). “The students were intro- of Westfield, Shannon Malley of of Fanwood, Francesca Arvizzigno Jets have generously provided many schools in New Jersey with the resources to duced to Forensic Science, the FBI, and CSI work by two FBI special agents from Westfield, Caroline Tanis of of Scotch Plains, Mikayla DeLorenzo promote a school climate of “upstanders.” An “upstander” is someone who stands New York, Agent Shawn Mullen (pictured here) and Agent Sam Lockery,” Westfield, Taylor Hendrzak of of Scotch Plains, Justin Kaufman of up against bullying. Lincoln School is one of many schools that participated in the explained Ms. Van Riper. “After the students became familiarized with 'The Case Mountainside, Brittany Hogan of Scotch Plains, Madison Maisel of New York Jets Upstander of the Week Program which was a 16-week initiative of the Missing Millionaire’ in the College Student Center, they broke out into Scotch Plains, Alyson McGrath of that provided schools with three Jets tickets to award to a student who demon- Cranford, David Fonseca of Cranford, strated “upstanding” qualities. Pictured are Lincoln School elementary (pictured smaller groups in classrooms where they were given time to observe two simulated Julia Schork of Cranford, Erin Readie Scotch Plains, Paige Vanbuskirk of identical crime scenes. Next, the students conducted forensic labs to evaluate the Fanwood, Rachel Butler of Fanwood, above) and middle school students (pictured below) who exemplified what it evidence found at the scene of the crime to make multiple direct connections to the of Cranford, Ava Laverty of Cranford, means to be a true upstander by interjecting in a positive manner to discourage Zachary Roy of Cranford, Sofia Nicole Nilsen of Scotch Plains, negative interaction amongst their peers. suspects who committed the crime and to solve the case.” The purpose of the Madeleine Bebout of Fanwood, Ryan UCGTA events is for identified gifted and talented students from the various Gonzalez-Nolde of Garwood, Allison schools in Union County to meet and to work together. Peterson of Scotch Plains, Paige Crandall of Scotch Plains, Kelsey Fanwood Native Earns Werkheiser of Scotch Plains, Jacob Sutterlin of Scotch Plains, Natalie Teacher from 50th State Dean's List at Ithaca Zimmermann of Scotch Plains and ITHACA, N.Y. – Fanwood native Evan Scharf of Scotch Plains. Avital Abraham an Ithaca College To meet eligibility requirements “Very Impressed” With WHS student majoring in Exploratory, was for the Dean’s List, a student must be named to the Dean's List in the enrolled full-time and earn a GPA of WESTFIELD – Daniel Lewer, a students were raising their hands. I college's School of Humanities and 3.33 or above (on a 4.0 scale) for the Social Studies teacher and depart- was also impressed with the high Sciences for the fall 2017 semester. semester. ment head at Honoka High School expectations that the students were in Hawaii, was not disappointed that held to; the tasks I saw the students he included a visit to Westfield High completing required higher level Roger Williams University School (WHS) during his sabbati- thinking and thoughtful analysis of cal. “I actually discovered what they were learning,” said Westfield High Lewer. Tells Fall 2017 Dean's List School through Westfield Su- two of your pervisor of So- BRISTOL, R.I. – Select students Local students include: Tyler Davis teachers, Kim- cial Studies, An- have been named to the Fall 2017 of Cranford, Maia Didomenico of berly Leegan drea Brennan, Dean's List at Roger Williams Uni- Cranford, Candice Durant of and Ryan Daly, acknowledged versity in Bristol, R.I. Full-time stu- Cranford, Elizabeth Fulton of who were that the visit was dents who complete 12 or more cred- Cranford, Amanda Espinoza of awarded the beneficial for her its per semester and earn a GPA of 3.4 Scotch Plains, Caroline Keane of 2016 Award for department as or higher are placed on the Dean's Scotch Plains and Gianna Rosello of Global Under- well. “It was a List that semester. Scotch Plains. Mother Seton Launches standing. I dis- unique experi- covered this on ence for the de- the National partment as we Muhlenberg Athletes Named S.T.A.R Program Council for the Daniel Lewer on tour of WHS compared class- Social Studies room schedules CLARK – Beginning in Septem- program are trained to work with website,” ex- and instruction To Academic Honor Roll ber, Mother Seton Regional High students academically, socially and plained Mr. Lewer. Following his techniques with Daniel, and it was a School will offer an expanded col- emotionally, so that the students have visit to Westfield on January 18, he great opportunity to give back to ALLENTOWN, Penn. – Fifty- clude: Jordan Cimring of Scotch lege preparatory program for newly a positive freshman experience.” remarked, “I was very impressed the teaching profession by opening six Muhlenberg College student- Plains and Zachary Cimring of admitted freshmen. S.T.A.R, Success Sr. Jacquelyn Balasia, Principal of with the amount and the quality of our doors to a teacher outside of the athletes were recognized for their Scotch Plains. Through Academic Readiness, will Mother Seton, agrees. “We want all the discussions taking place in the district,” stated Ms. Brennan. performance in the classroom and To be named to the Academic offer selected ninth graders and some students to be successful here at classrooms I observed. Clearly, a Reflecting on his visit, Lewer on the field with their selection to Honor Roll, a student-athlete must current students, an opportunity to Mother Seton right from the start. lot of work went into creating a added, “I really am grateful for the the Centennial Conference Aca- be a sophomore or higher in class pursue a challenging academic pro- The new S.T.A.R program is designed culture and climate where students time I had at WHS and took away a demic Honor Roll for the fall 2017 standing and carry at least a 3.40 gram with the added benefit of in- to help students strengthen academic feel comfortable enough to share lot. Everyone was so helpful, sup- season. cumulative grade-point average. creased classroom support and indi- skills in the ninth grade so that they their thoughts and their insights with portive, and I left inspired to be a Local students from the area in- The 56 honorees top the previ- vidualized instruction. will be ready to pursue their high the class.” better teacher!” ous Mule record of 55 set each of “We recognize that students learn school career at Mother Seton confi- The classes observed included the last two falls. in a variety of ways,” says Corinne dently and successfully.” American Studies, Global Perspec- Biagioli Graduates Wnek, the Director of Guidance at For more information on the tives, AP Psychology, Humanities, ADS PLACED IN Lynch Earns Dean’s the high school. “We also understand S.T.A.R program, please call the Exploring Global Studies, and The THE LEADER/TIMES From Ithaca College that students are at different points of Guidance department at Mother Se- Global Citizen. “It was not just ‘the List at Temple Univ. ITHACA, N.Y. – Jonathan Biagioli readiness for their transition to high ton Regional at (732) 382-1952. few regulars’ doing all the partici- BRING RESULTS PHILADELPHIA, Penn. – Jen- school. Teachers within the S.T.A.R pating; in many of the classes, many of Westfield graduated from Ithaca College with a B.S. in Business Ad- nifer Kate Lynch of Fanwood, a ministration. The degree was awarded senior at Temple Univeristy, has in December 2017. earned the Dean’s List for Fall 2017. Sanders Earns Dean’s List In order to be eligible for the Dean’s List in Fall of 2017, stu- Concert to Feature dents in the Lew Klein College of At Northwestern University Media and Communication had to Young Artists achieve a semester Grade Point AREA — Crescent Concerts will Average of 3.8 or better. EVANSTON, Ill. – Northwestern tions (IMC) through the Medill School present “Showcase for Exceptional That threshold was determined University's Weinberg College of Arts of Journalism. Daniel is currently Young Artists” on Sunday, February by the top 16 percent of all student & Sciences has named Daniel Sand- working with an NGO supporting 25, at 3 p.m. Five young pianists, GPAs in the Lew Klein College of ers to The Dean's List for the winter micro enterprises in Valparaíso, Chile. selected in competition, will perform Media and Communication over the quarter, 2017 He will graduate Northwestern Uni- works by Scarlatti, Bach, Chopin, previous five years. Daniel is pursuing a B.A. in Eco- versity in June, 2018. Prokofiev, Beethoven and others. nomics with a minor in the Kapnick To be named to the Dean's List, The concert will be held at the Dean College Business Institutes Program (BIP). students must have carried a course Crescent Avenue Presbyterian He is also earning a Certificate in load of three or more grade credits Church, Watchung Avenue at East Announces Dean’s List Integrated Marketing Communica- with a GPA of 3.7 or above. Seventh Street, Plainfield. Tickets are FRANKLIN, Mass. – Dean Col- BUSINESS LESSON...Saint Michael’s Junior Girl Scout Troop 40252 wel- $20 for general admission, $15 for lege is pleased to announce the stu- comed Stefanie Lalor, owner of the Artist Framer in Cranford, November 9 as senior citizens and $5 for students. dents that have earned a place on the Tressa Novack Named to a guest speaker as part of working toward earning their Junior Business Tickets may be purchased at the door Dean's List for the Fall 2017 semes- Owner Badge. Ms. Lalor brought along her assistant/daughter Ceci, a fourth- or in advance at the church. For more ter: grade student at Saint Michael School, and held a hands-on workshop where information, call (908) 756-2468 or Dana Garbarini of Cranford and Assumption Dean's List the girls were shown the proper way to frame. Each girl left with a beautifully visit crescentconcerts.org or follow Mathew Tazbin of Westfield. year, once at the completion of the fall matted and framed photo. Crescent Concerts on Facebook. WORCESTER, Mass. – Assump- tion College has announced that Tressa semester, and again at the completion Conservancy to Host Power Earns Siena Novack, of Scotch Plains, is one of 539 of the spring semester. Scotch Plains Library Lists students who have been named to the ‘Frederick Olmsted’ College Dean's List College's prestigious undergraduate Univ. of Hartford CRANFORD — The Hanson Park LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. – Megan Dean's List for the fall 2017 semester. Schedule for Book Clubs Conservancy invites the community Power of Cranford has been named to Ms. Novack is a member of the Class of Tells Dean's List SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch open to the public. For more infor- for a first-person dramatic presenta- the Siena College Dean's List for the 2021. WEST HARTFORD, Conn. – The Plains Public Library has announced mation, go to scotlib.org, e-mail tion entitled “Olmsted By Design!” on Fall 2017 semester. To earn a spot on the Dean's List, University of Hartford is pleased to an- the dates and topics for its Book [email protected], call (908) 322- Tuesday, February 27. The program To be named to the Dean's List, a Assumption students must achieve a nounce the following students have been Club meetings. 5007, extension no. 204, or stop by will take place at 7 p.m. at the Cranford student's grade point average for the grade point average of 3.5 for a five- named to the Dean's List for Fall 2017. The Evening Book Club will meet the library Reference Desk. The Community Center, located at 220 Wal- semester must be between 3.5 and class, 15-credit semester. The Dean's Matthew Haggar of Mountainside on Monday, February 5, at 7 p.m., Scotch Plains Public Library is lo- nut Avenue. 3.89. List is announced twice per academic and Megan Rendon of Westfield. to discuss “Me Before You” by Jojo cated at 1927 Bartle Avenue, one Kirk R. Brown will be costumed Moyes. This romantic novel brings block from Park Avenue, in the cen- and acting as Frederick Law Olmsted, to life two people who could not ter of the township. father of landscape architecture. have less in common, and asks the Olmsted created cities out of the question “What do you do when Films to Showcase American wilderness and began a DIVORCE MEDIATION making the person you love happy conservation movement still chal- also means breaking your own Black History lenging the world today. He believed heart?” SCOTCH PLAINS — The parks improve society by building a “Problem Solving for Families in Transition” The Afternoon Book Club will Scotch Plains Public Library has sense of community and a place for meet on Tuesday, February 20, at 1 announced that its Friday movies recreation. Olmsted helped to create p.m., for a discussion of “The Japa- during February will celebrate Central Park and Prospect Park in nese Lover” by Isabel Allende. In Black History Month. All films will New York City, but of special inter- A FRACTION OF THE COST this story, someone is sending lovely begin at noon. est will be the many projects that he little cards and gifts to Alma The films include Miracle at St. created in the Garden State. OF TRADITIONAL DIVORCE Belasco, a resident of San Anna (R, 160 minutes) on Febru- This event is free and open to the Francisco’s Lark House Nursing ary 2; Pride (PG, 108 minutes) on public. No registration is required, · Divorce Mediation Home. To find the answer, readers February 9; Marshall (PG-13, 118 but seating will be available on a must travel back to 1939, when minutes) on February 16, and first-come, first-served basis. For · Collaborative Divorce Alma’s parents send her from Po- Amistad (R, 152 minutes) on Feb- more information, visit · Mediation Counseling land to San Francisco to live with a ruary 23. hansonparkconservancy.com. wealthy aunt and uncle after Ger- These events are free and open to This history program is made pos- · Attorney Review many invades. She and Ichimei all. Registration is not required. For sible in part by a HEART (History, Fukuda, the Japanese gardener’s more information, visit scotlib.org, Education, Arts Reaching Thou- son, fall in love but are wrenched call (908) 322-5007, extension no. sands) Grant from the Union County THE LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL R. MAGARIL apart when thousands of Japanese- 204, or e-mail [email protected]. Board of Chosen Freeholders. Americans are interned during the The Scotch Plains Public Library 114 S. EUCLID AVENUE, WESTFIELD, NJ 07090 (908) 389-0100 war. Through the decades, they keep is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue, their passion alive — and secret. one block from Park Avenue, in the Probitas Verus Honos Visit our website at www.magaril.com e-mail: [email protected] These book clubs are free and center of the township. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 1, 2018 Page 17 PNS&K Hosts 80’s Clothing POPCORN Phantom Thread Drive to Benefit FISH When Love is In Fashion 4 popcorns WESTFIELD – It's a totally 80's to live independently in their commu- clothing drive. Clean out your attic nities as respected families and indi- One Popcorn, Poor — Two Popcorns, Fair — Three Popcorns, Good — Four Popcorns, Excellent and donate your most radical 80's viduals. formal attire (dresses - think ruffles, While some might wonder who By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER improvement. But the fact is that bows, big sleeves, tuxes and accesso- would want 80's formal attire - the film critic your curmudgeonly, oft jaded film ries) to benefit the local FISH Hospi- Presbyterian Nursery School & Kin- Though perhaps deluded, I’d like critic is impressed yet anew by this tality Program. All of the items that dergarten in Westfield is hosting their to think I put as much effort into an thespian in his supposedly last per- are donated for the clothing drive will annual fundraiser, The Red Ball, and essay as Daniel Day-Lewis’s formance. While immediately con- be used in a clothing sale with 100 this year's theme is the Totally Rad Reynolds Woodcock devotes to mak- vinced he is Woodcock, I still percent of the proceeds to be donated 80's Prom. Sales are planned to help ing a dress in Paul Thomas couldn’t help but study the magnifi- to FISH. The mission of the FISH outfit attendees. Anderson’s Phantom Thread. This cent process. Hospitality Program (FHP) is to serve Please contact Morgan Toriello at is the sort of person you want doing All of which might make you think homeless families and single women [email protected] to do- your heart operation, piloting the that there can be no match to his total by providing shelter and meals, in nate. All donations should be received airplane you’re on, or teaching your immersion into character… no other order to give them a new opportunity by Friday, February 9. kid. He’s the real deal, and suffers important being to go toe-to-toe in for it, too. The maladies of obsessive full dueling banjos mode to pry out DELEGATES...Westfield High School’s Model United Nations Club won the genius are many. But the inherent that inner-being. Yet, one should be Local Residents Named to Outstanding Delegation Award for excelling in all parts of the annual conference reward is matchless, with the added reminded that long before the likes held in Hershey, Pa., from January 5 to 7. benefit, aside from financial remu- of Freud, Jung and Henry James dal- neration, of almost having a right to lied in the id and ego, and way before Univ. of Scranton Dean's List the arrogance you exude, if so in- DNA branded the ethnocentric you, WHS Earns Outstanding clined. playwrights were lifting rocks off Welcome to Mr. Woodcock’s the swirling snakes of our resultantly SCRANTON, Pa. – Local residents lege of Professional Studies. world, a special place of understated exposed subconscious. And more were among more than 1,600 stu- Nicole Carpetto of Westfield, a se- Deleg. Award at Model UN elegance based in a multi-storied often than not the character doing dents named to The University of nior health administration major in townhouse in an exclusive section of the lifting was a love interest. Scranton's Dean's List for the 2017 the University's Panuska College of HERSHEY, Pa. – Westfield High McKenzie Smith, and Liam Dougherty. London, early 1950s. Therein, ad- So, it only figures that Mr. Wood- fall semester. The Dean's List recog- Professional Studies. School’s (WHS) Model United Na- Officers for the Conference in- hering to a strict schedule and regi- cock, rich, famous and relatively nizes students for academic excel- Hannah DeMars of Cranford, a tions Club won the Outstanding Del- cluded Suranya Turimella, Evan men, the couturier extraordinaire happy, must have his world torn asun- lence. A student must have a grade senior exercise science major in the egation Award for excelling in all Gruters and Marisa Li. plies his trade with notable aplomb, der by that missing component…the point average of 3.5 or better with a University's Panuska College of Pro- parts of the annual conference held Officers elected for next year’s concurrently frightening and win- comely one that would challenge his minimum number of credit hours dur- fessional Studies. in Hershey, Pennsylvania, January 5 Conference who will plan, organize ning the awe of the several dress- confirmed bachelorhood, find his ing the semester to make the Dean's Matthew DeBenedetto of to 7. Approximately 2,000 students and run committees are Tomas makers who see his legendary fash- vulnerability and bring out the real List. Westfield, a freshman operations from 80 schools in New Jersey, Penn- Taaffe, Brianna Vaca, Andrew ions to fruition. He prances, he nods, man in him, or something like that. The students are: management major in the University's sylvania and Delaware were in at- Zanfagna, Austin Chen, Justin Jo- he sits with tea, and pontificates to Thus, in a sly variation of Henry Catherine Bruno of Westfield, a Kania School of Management. tendance. The WHS delegation of seph, Luke Mizus, and Julia Colleran. adulating devotees …the carriage Higgins’s Eliza Doolittle, enters senior international studies major in Kevin Bronander of Westfield, a 181 students participated in wide This summer a Conference on Na- trade, dignitaries and the occasional stage right ingénue Vicky Krieps as the University's College of Arts and sophomore operations management ranging debates that were the culmi- tional Affairs will take place during princess arriving by Rolls Royce or Alma, the waitress up to the task of Sciences. major in the University's Kania School nation of months of research and a two-week conference in North Bentley. humbling for his own good, whilst Emily Harvan of Cranford, a se- of Management. preparation. Many Westfield High Carolina with representatives from Ah, tis a fine life, I tell you, and as concurrently and paradoxically ag- nior biology major in the University's Trevor Bachert of Mountainside, a School students received individual all 50 states. Westfield High School I watched Reynolds Woodcock’s grandizing, the great man. College of Arts and Sciences. senior accounting major in the recognitions, including: will be represented by Meghan story unfold, I could almost taste Love…it’s doubtlessly the great- Madeline Pfeifer of Westfield, a University's Kania School of Man- Meghan Johnson, Nicholas Johnson, Luke Mizus and Evan those cream-filled scones he sus- est dramatic mechanism ever in- senior neuroscience major in the agement. Guerrerio, Austin Chen, Justin Jo- Gruters. tains himself with, often following a vented. Mercurial, confounding and University's College of Arts and Sci- Thomas Trotter of Cranford, a se- seph, Luke Mizus, and Sara Ward “The students all performed well hearty breakfast that, if appearing on agonizingly bereft of rules, it is a ences. nior finance major in the University's were recognized as top debaters and and were a credit to the institution,” an American diner menu, would have charity gift to mediocre playwrights Lauren Byrne of Cranford, a fresh- Kania School of Management. named Premier Diplomats. noted Daniel Farabaugh, co-adviser the word ‘lumberjack’ in its descrip- and the afflatus supreme for gifted man exercise science major in the John Boyle of Fanwood, a senior Meghan Johnson, Briana Vaca, of the WHS Model UN along with tion. Yet his relatively trim figure ones. Belonging to the latter cat- University's Panuska College of Pro- biochemistry major in the University's Chloe Beaulieu, Matthew Arndt, Inna David Della Fera. “ I was impressed belies the copious quantities of rich egory, writer/director Paul Thomas fessional Studies. College of Arts and Sciences. Gorelik, and Jackson Price received with both their level of preparation morsels with which he treats him- Anderson mines, surfaces, mulls and Leigh Scarano of Westfield, a fresh- Matthew Marino of Scotch Plains, an award for the Outstanding Coun- and execution.” self, as if compulsory to his station. causes to confound a plethora of the man early and primary teacher educa- a junior exercise science major in the try Research Paper. The Westfield High School pro- But don’t ever upset the applecart emotions unleashed when Cupid tion major in the University's Panuska University's Panuska College of Pro- Acknowledged for an Outstanding gram is run in conjunction with the of his buttoned down routine. Imagi- decides to play havoc with two souls. College of Professional Studies. fessional Studies. First Year were Cat Valencia, Westfield YMCA. nary but nonetheless ubiquitously As if witnessing a great sporting Leah Jayne of Cranford, a junior The University of Scranton is a placed throughout the manse are event or chess match full of psycho- counseling and human services ma- Jesuit university located in North- signs reading, “Shh! Genius at logical drama and strategy, we pull jor in the University's Panuska Col- eastern Pennsylvania. Work.” Acting as the enforcer of up our chairs and commence our Contemporary Art Group decorum and order in this magical oohing, aahing and impassioned laboratory from which haute couture rooting…the odd difference being emanates is sister Cyril. Played ex- that we’re hoping both participants Worcester Polytechnic Inst. Presents ‘Seeing Red’ quisitely by Lesley Manville, she is win. We worry about the potential business manager, social secretary, stumbling blocks, from displays of Announces Fall Dean's List GARWOOD – The Contempo- Jersey throughout the year. chief confidante and all other things overweening ego to not shutting rary Art Group announces its mem- Participating local artists in the that unmarried sisters become to lights or squeezing the toothpaste ber show “Seeing Red” at South South Avenue Arts show are: Dor- bachelor dynamos after Mama has tube egregiously. Maybe they should, WORCESTER, Mass. – The fol- List differs from most other universi- Avenue Arts from February 1 to 28. othy Bellew, Ruth Brown, Virginia gone to her reward. Only she can maybe they shouldn’t, back and forth lowing local residents were among ties as WPI does not compute a grade An opening reception will be held Carroll, Maryann Ficker, Alicia delve under Reynolds’s skin. it goes as we all along hope some 1,608 students from Worcester Poly- point average (GPA). Instead, WPI on Friday, February 2 from 7 p.m. to Flynn Cotter, Diane Gallo, Brooke Of course, the quality of Mr. Day- byproduct, lightning bolt of wisdom technic Institute (WPI) named to the defines the Dean's List by the amount 9 p.m. South Avenue Arts is located Gardiner, Lesya Hanenko Lewis’s characterization earns the will lend new insight into the ritual. university's Dean's List for academic of work completed at the A level in at 221 South Avenue in Garwood. Dovbenko, Tamara Hanenko very same, goes-without-saying In other words, if wishing to play excellence for the fall 2017 semester. courses and projects. The Contemporary Art Group is a DeNais, Mel Holston, Don Kuhn, plaudits inevitably used to describe a practical joke on that anti-intellec- William Bennett of Westfield, is a not-for-profit organization that was Sheilia Lenga, Charlann Meluso, any role the Great Streep tackles. It’s tual brute of an unshaven uncle who member of the class of 2018 majoring VanBrunt Earns Wilkes established in 2006. The group is Kathy Nademus, Tom Perri, Chris- a given, and I don’t want to seem like rarely leaves his couch, family-size in chemical engineering. affiliated with the Watchung Arts tina Pruczynski, Sharon Reed, a 21st Century version of the 1940s bag of potato chips and six-pack of Aidan O'Keefe of Mountainside, is University's Dean's List Center, where the membership of Linnea W. Rhodes, Monica bobbysoxer overwhelmed by beer while burly men on TV try to a member of the class of 2019 major- WILKES-BARRE, Pa. – Wilkes Uni- 50 local artists meets monthly and Schraiber Otero, Linda Schwartz, Frankie, though that might be an cause each other concussions, you ing in interactive media and game versity Provost Anne Skleder an- exhibits in various venues in New Barbara Uhr, Rosalia Verdun, tell him to see this film…and then development. nounced the Dean's List for the Fall Cynthia Walling, Cynthia Weiss, and Emerson College run. Leaning just this side of arthouse, The criteria for the WPI Dean's 2017 Semester. Christian Winslow. “Phantom Thread” stitches excel- To be named to the Dean's List, Daniel Fairfield University Gallery hours are: Mondays, Tues- Announces Local lent writing, fine direction, extraor- VanBrunt of Fanwood obtained a mini- Tells Dean's List days, Thursdays, Fridays noon to 5 dinary acting and a superbly real- www.goleader.com mum 3.4 grade point average and car- p.m.; Wednesdays 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Dean's List Honorees ized milieu into a grand and fully ried at least 12 credits. FAIRFIELD, Conn. – The fol- lowing Fairfield University Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. BOSTON, Mass. – The following satisfying quilt of amusing commis- student(s) received Undergraduate students have been named to Emerson eration. Dean's List Honors for the fall 2017 Furman University College's Dean's List for the fall 2017 *** semester. semester. The requirement to make Phantom Thread, rated R, is a Fo- In order to be placed on the Dean's Fall 2017 Dean's List the Dean's List is a grade point aver- cus Features release directed by Paul List, students must have completed a GREENVILLE, S.C. – The fol- age of 3.7 or higher. Thomas Anderson and stars Daniel minimum of 12 credit hours in a lowing Furman University students Bianca Assaf of Cranford, Julia Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps, and Lesley semester, have no outstanding or in- are included on the Dean's List for the Linger of Cranford and Jin Ko of Manville. Running time: 130 min- complete grades for that semester, 2017 fall semester. Furman's Dean's Cranford. utes. and have attained a semester grade List is composed of full-time under- point average of 3.50 or better. graduate students who earn a grade Mountainside: Emily Ann Bittner point average of 3.4 or higher on a and Margot Mccahill Johnston. four-point system. Westfield: Kristen Bonelli, Jackson Dumont, the son of Lisa Michael James Darchi and Kaitlyn Dumont and Glen Dumont of Ann Larkin. Westfield earned Dean’s List. YOUR

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ELIZABETH – Musicians with "Defying Gravity" from the musical "I like it, it's fun," said Ms. Lucas, developmental disabilities and Kean Wicked; "Seize the Day" from the who has been a member of CAU for Dreamcatcher Presents University music majors on January musical Newsies; "True Colors" by two years. "I get to show my talents. 19 took the stage together in a col- Cyndi Lauper; and "Here Comes the I've been singing since I was five laborative concert at the Wilkins Sun" by the Beatles. years old. It's therapeutic for me." Theater at Kean University that drew "We wanted songs that are self- "You get to unleash your talent," What Stays February 8 to 25 approximately 600 attendees. About affirming and reflect the feeling of said Mr. Fleissner, a member of CAU 25 members of the Academy of Con- community that we're fostering, as for a few months, has been singing SUMMIT – Dreamcatcher Reper- reveal to them something that she’s several other plays that have been tinuing Education (ACE) for adults well as acceptance," said Marguer- for years and has appeared in the tory Theatre, professional theatre in kept hidden for decades. What she produced throughout the metropoli- with disabilities joined with about ite Modero, musical director at ACE. Shining Stars Celebration for people residence at Oakes Center in Summit, doesn’t know is that nearly everyone tan area. 20 Kean students for the one-hour "It's about being on a equal plane as with disabilities. "It makes you feel is producing the World Premiere of in the house has secrets of their own. What Stays will run at show. musicians, enjoying each other's tal- good. It's nice to meet new people What Stays by Laura Ekstrand and Ultimately, the family will discover Dreamcatcher from Thursday, Feb- Choirs comprising about 60 stu- ents and proving we have the ability and other people get to learn about Jason Szamreta. This heartwarming the cost of hiding the truth and the ruary 8, a preview performance, dents from middle schools in Eliza- to excel." you." comedy, written by two members of cost of telling it. Together they’ll de- through Sunday, February 25. Perfor- beth, Rahway, Roselle Park and Melody Lucas and Adam Fleissner Kean music majors have been Dreamcatcher’s ensemble, was in- cide what stays with them and what mances are Friday and Saturday nights Union also participated. are CAU members who participated working with ACE students for three spired by stories from the company’s will be left behind. at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Among the songs the ACE and in the concert. Ms. Lucas sings and years, helping them learn and appre- own lives and woven to reflect the The production is directed by Betsy Tickets range from $20 to $35, with Kean students performed were "Sea- plays bass guitar while Mr. Fleissner ciate music and teaching them how common experience of a family go- True of Westfield and features special rates for subscribers and sons of Love" from the musical Rent; sings. to play instruments. Last year the ing through a major life change. What Dreamcatcher ensemble members groups. Purchase tickets at Kean and ACE students formed Stays runs Thursday, February 8 to Nicole Callender, Harry Patrick Chris- www.dreamcatcherrep.org or by call- bands called CAU Rocks and The Sunday, February 25. tian, Laura Ekstrand, Noreen Farley, ing Brown Paper Tickets at (800) Keaniacs. The two combined for the In the play, Dorothy has two days to Scott McGowan and Harriett 838-3006. Special dates: Thursday, collaborative concert. finish packing up the family home Trangucci. They are joined by Brianna February 8 is a preview performance; "My students have embraced the and move to a new condo, so she’s Kalisch and Christopher John Young. all tickets $20. Friday, February 9 is importance of music for everyone called in her adult children to help This is Ms. Ekstrand and Mr. opening night, followed by a recep- regardless of ability," said Lyn with the task. When several unex- Szamreta’s first collaboration, but Ms. tion with the cast. Sunday, February Schraer-Joiner, Kean's music educa- pected visitors show up as well, the Ekstrand has previously written The 11 is Senior Sunday; seniors age 65+ tion coordinator. "Having this op- job becomes even more complicated. Neighborhood (book and lyrics) with pay $20. Talkbacks follow the Sun- portunity has impacted their philoso- What they don’t know is that in the composer Joe Zawila for the day, February 11 and 18 matinees. phy of music and what they hope to course of their visit, she plans to Dreamcatcher company, along with Performances are at Oakes Center, teach in public schools in the years located at 120 Morris Avenue in Sum- they will be teaching." mit. Parking is available in the lot The arts program was made pos- Playwrights Vie for $500 behind the theatre at 20 Ashwood sible in part by a HEART (History, Avenue and at the Summit Recre- Education, Arts Reaching Thou- ation Center, 100 Morris Avenue. The sands) Grant from the Union County Prize in Short Play Fest. facility is wheelchair accessible. Board of Freeholders. Assistive listening devices for the ACE is a program of Community MAPLEWOOD – The public is in- The audience is asked to vote for their hearing impaired and advance large Access Unlimited, a statewide non- vited to join The Theater Project, a favorite plays after each show. A spe- print scripts are available for free by profit providing support programs professional theater in Maplewood, cial award for “Audience Favorite” prior arrangement. To purchase tick- and services to adults with disabili- when they showcase 10 short plays in along with the $500 Judges’ Prize will ets or for information on any of ties as well as youth served under the their fifth annual one-act play competi- be announced at a reception for all Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre's Department of Children and Fami- tion, Think Fast, February 23 to 25. The involved after the Sunday performance. programs, visit lies (DCF) to enable them to live contest, open to playwrights in the New Tickets may be purchased online www.dreamcatcherrep.org or contact independently in the community, pro- Jersey-New York area, invites the audi- www.thetheaterproject.org or at the box Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre at viding supports in areas including ence to vote for their favorite short play. office before each performance at the Oakes Center, 120 Morris Avenue, READY TO MAKE MUSIC...Melody Lucas, center left, and Adam Fleissner, housing, vocational skills and life- Performances will be Friday and Burgdorff Center, 10 Durand Road, Summit, N.J. 07901, business phone members of Community Access Unlimited, are flanked by Lyn Schraer-Joiner, skills training, education, advocacy Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Maplewood, N.J. (908) 514-9654. left, of Kean University Marguerite Modero of CAU backstage before the concert. and recreation. 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WUSTEFELD, RANKED NO. 1 AT 195, GETS 100TH IN TOUGH BOUT WITH SCHORK AT 220-LBS Cougars Stop Raiders, 44-21, in Mat ‘Senior Night’ Clash

By DAVID B. CORBIN (UCT) champions. Raider Sam second period then added a trying to get to my high crotch, attacks. So up until those last Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Wustefeld, the UCT champ at double-leg takedown. Wustefeld double leg. At the end of the eighteen seconds, that was a “Senior Night” went as ex- 195-lbs and ranked No. 1 in the added a duck under takedown in day, I got the takedown.” heck of a match. For Bobby, pected when the Cranford Cou- state, jumped up to 220-lbs to the third period. Moments later “He wrestled him tough. That’s first-year wrestler to wrestle a gars hosted the Scotch Plains- face Cougar junior Rob Schork, both were involved in a mad one of the better matches I’ve kid of that caliber, says a lot Fanwood Raiders at the Cranford the UCT 220-lb champ. Although scramble then late in the period, seen him wrestle,” Cougar Head about where he is.” High School gym on January 24. Wustefeld won via fall, the bout Wustefeld pulled off a quick Coach Pat Gorman said of “On top, I knew I could keep Even though they were on the was far more competitive than it tightwaist tilt for the pin in 5:42 Schork. “He’s strong. He was him down, so I kept going for my short side of two very entertain- would show on paper. to earn his 100th career win. just able to fend off some of his tilt, try to score some quick ing bouts, the 9-3 Cougars won Both competitors demon- “He’s a big kid. He wrestled points. He kept flattening out. 10 of the 14 bouts to emerge strated their athleticism and tough. He’s pretty strong. I am Reading is Good For You Finally in the third period, I wore with a 44-21 victory. gyroscopic balance, especially happy I got a tough match. I him out. He came right where I Of the two very entertaining in the scoreless first period when enjoy tough matches. I appreci- wanted to, an easy roll. bouts, the highlight of the both managed to fight off each ate the competition and he was This was the second time in evening was the bout between other’s attempted takedowns. a good competitor,” Wustefeld less than a week that Wustefeld two Union County Tournament Wustefeld escaped early in the expressed. “I took a bunch of was involved in a milestone. On different shots and he kept de- January 19, Wustefeld recorded fending me. I didn’t get to some a 20-5 tech fall against the See & Subscribe at shots I think would work better. Roselle Park Panthers when they BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo I was a little hard headed. I was achieved their 1,000th career win as a program. Submit commentary and items for publishing. “This is just a small milestone. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste goleader.com/subscribe CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-2 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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* Cranford Cougars Stop SPF Raiders, 44-21, on Wrestling ‘Senior Night’ Clash *

The goal is to get to the top of knew I had to act fast and go for single-leg, side single-leg and Cougar freshman Jimmy Gluck “They didn’t wrestle their the podium at AC,” he said. something. Sometimes you get barrel roll takedowns to go with pinned Kyle Rigney in 53 sec- whole team. They have a lot of The other very entertaining some lucky chances. This time a cradle nearfall. onds at 106-lbs using a half sickness right now. They al- bout came two weight classes it happened to go my way.” Cougar Dylan Budnik recorded nelson then at 113-lbs, Raider ways wrestle us tough no mat- earlier at 182-lbs between Oslislo explained. two double-leg takedowns and Mike Fleck used his specialty, a ter who they put out there,” Raider Alex Oslislo and Zach The opening bout was in the a shrug throw-by to defeat Zach cradle, to show Jake Quinn the Coach Gorman said of the Raid- Blevins. After a scoreless but 145-lb class and Cougar AJ Zimmerman, 7-3, at 195-lbs. lights in 3:49. Cougar Patrick ers. active first period, Oslislo es- Bencivenga delivered an arse- After the Wustefeld/Schork Kalnins converted a single to a BOUT SEQUENCE: caped in the second. Several nal of fireman-to-back and bar- bout, Cougar Matt Savino re- double-leg takedown then 145: — Bencivenga (C) tf Samms 20-5, takedown attempts by each rel roll-to-back takedowns to corded three takedowns and an turned Kyle Robinson to his back 4:53 yielded no points. Then Blevins reap a 20-5, technical fall in escape to beat Walter Thomas, in 1:53 with an arm bar/tight 152: — Roper (C) p Roden 1:50 escaped in the third and won a 4:53 over Noah Samms. Kyell 7-0, at 285-lbs. wrist combo at 120-lbs. 160: — Nock (C) d Wustefeld 6-1 scramble to take a 3-1 lead late Roper pinned Raider Tim Roden “Our heavyweight wrestled Jeremy Lenart presented the 170: — Alpaugh-McLean (C) p Ryan in the period. in 1:50 with a Turk-to-half great. He’s getting better every Raiders with their final win when 4:21 “I knew I had to get up and get nelson at 152-lbs then Cougar day. He’s starting to take shots, he settled Chris Esposito with a 182: — Oslislo (S) d Blevins 4-3 195: — Budnik (C) d Zimmerman 7-3 to work fast to pull off the win. Max Nock recorded a shrug snapdowns. He’s wrestling very headlock in 2:38 at 126-lbs. 220: — Wustefeld (S) p Schork 5:42 He wrestled good. He got a nice takedown, an escape, penalty well. It’s not the everyday match Cougar Luke DiGiovanni re- Hwt: — Savino (C) d Thomas 7-0 shot on me, took me down,” point and a reverse cradle to you see with heavyweights. He’s corded a pair of takedowns and 106: — Gluck (C) p Rigney :53 Oslislo said earn a 6-1 decision over actually hitting wrestling moves. an escape to defeat Jacob 113: — Fleck (S) p Quinn 3:49 Oslislo escaped to trail 3-2. As Harrison Wustefeld at 160-lbs. It’s a good time of the year to Perone, 5-1, at 132-lbs then in 120: — Kalnins (C) p Robinson 1:53 time was running out, Oslislo Cougar Justin Alpaugh-McLean start seeing him hit moves like the final bout of the evening 126: — Lenart (S) p Esposito 2:38 made one final attempt and came out like a ball of fire in his that,” Coach Gorman said of (138-lbs), Cougar Conor Halpin 132: — DiGiovanni (C) d Perone 5-1 caught Blevins with a headlock 170-lb bout with Tom Ryan and Savino. “Another outstanding recorded three variations of 138: — Halpin (C) d Fleck 9-2 takedown for a 4-3 win at the remained in a blaze until he performance was from sopho- single-leg takedowns and buzzer. pinned him in 4:21 with an un- more Justin Alpaugh-Mclean slipped out the back door to add “I knew how much time was der half nelson and arm bar. who wrestled his best perfor- a reversal to claim a 9-2 victory Probitas Verus Honos left. He got in on a single. I Alpaugh-McLean also recorded mance of the year at 170.” over Matt Fleck. Page S-3 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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Immaculate Heart Academy Crushes Westfield in Girls Swim Showdown, 122-48 Page S-7 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

** Westfield Blue Devil Swim Boys Sink Bergen Catholic Crusaders, 90-80 ** Page S-8 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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* Westfield Blue Devils Nip Rahway Indians in Thrilling Mat Showdown, 29-27 * Page S-9 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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** Roselle Park Panther Matmen Check Westfield Blue Devils’ Gamble, 35-22 ** Page S-19 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Begins Review Of Municipal Budget

By MICHAEL BONACCORSO are being made to analyze why tion would be financially prudent Specially Written for The Westfield Leader public pool membership is down. given less external engineers CRANFORD — Mayor Thomas A review of the pools marketing would have to be paid during H. Hannen, Jr. and township com- plan, fee structures, member- projects, Mr. Masol added. mittee members on Saturday re- ship enrollment period, and ways Mr. Masol said during January viewed major budget categories to enhance members’ experience the engineering department rev- as part of the 2018 municipal is underway, stated Deputy enue totaled 25 percent of his spending plan. The review in- Mayor Ann Dooley. salary, not including inspection cluded meeting with seven mu- The pools membership base is revenue collected. He proposed nicipal department heads over 75 percent Cranford residents hiring an intern to do what may the course of a four-hour-long and 25 percent non-Cranford seem more “menial tasks,” but meeting. residents, Mr. Robertazzi said. are important to department ef- The meeting helps determine Councilman Patrick Giblin said ficiency. The intern was proposed appropriate 2018 budget mea- enhancing facilities with Wifi could as an addition to an assistant sures, assessing how much each be an incentive for parents who engineer. The proposed intern- department was given in total work from home to join, as they ship would be for college engi- funds in 2017, the actual amount could multi-task work and pa- neering students, spanning from spent under or over budget, and rental obligations. May until late August, totaling an assessed dollars needed for 2018. “Parents could catch up on work estimated $16,000 in compen- Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader One budget report contained as their kids have fun,” Mr. Giblin sation. SQUAD MILESTONE...The Cranford First Aid Squad was honored by the the public pools as one category said. Mr. Giblin stated his concerns township committee January 23 for celebrating its 65th anniversary. Pictured, and recreation and parks in an- Ms. Dooley said lounge chairs with overcompensation. He sug- Squad President Kent Lucas receives a proclamation from Mayor Thomas other. The six other budget pre- at the indoor facility could be a gested a middle ground between Hannen, Jr., as Captain Kailyn Grant, second from right, and Recording sentation categories included the good addition to enhance mem- competitive pay and making the Secretary Sue Lucas look on. police, fire and health depart- bership and member involve- compensation reasonable. Mr. ments, engineering, planning and ment. Giblin said a reduced internship zoning boards, and buildings and Municipal Engineer William time period to see how neces- Resident Questions grounds. Masol said that hiring an assis- sary the time period is per Recreation and Parks Director tant engineer could increase de- workflow may be best, suggest- Steve Robertazzi stated efforts partment efficiency. The addi- ing starting with an eight-week internship. Transparency of Board Ms. Dooley said Mr. Masol may be correct in his financial as- By MICHAEL BONACCORSO missioner O’Connor’s campaign. Garwood Library Highlights sumptions when looking at pos- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Maser Consulting is an engineer- sible workloads associated with CRANFORD — At last Wednes- ing firm that has been awarded the QuickChek, WaWa, Hartz day night’s planning board meet- service contracts by the town- February Programming Mountain and Birchwood ing, resident Jim Carvalho said ship. projects. he had concerns with planning “Do I not believe she could be GARWOOD — The Garwood yarn provided). On Fridays at 10 Department of Public Works Su- board members not originally fil- influenced? Not one centimeter. Public Library, located at 411 a.m., visitors can watch a movie perintendent Steve Wardell said ing financial disclosure forms. He Mary would not sell our town out Third Avenue, welcomes adults and enjoy refreshments. an expected evolution he plans questioned board members’ for $500,” Deputy Mayor Ann and children for programs during The band Rewind will perform to see in the recycling space is a listed or not-listed real-estate Dooley responded. February. on Thursday, February 15, at 7 change from single-stream recy- interests, and noted that Maser Ms. Dooley said she ran against The Thursday Night Book Club p.m., playing favorites from the cling to separation per recyclable Consulting contributed to Com- Ms. O’Connor and she never once will meet tonight, February 1, at ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. While at the again. He said a single-stream missioner Mary O’Connor’s cam- would question her integrity. The 7 p.m., while the Monday Book library, attendees also can enter system creates a “dirtier” end paign. “in-house engineering model” Club will meet at 1 p.m. on Feb- a Valentine’s contest. Participants product with companies paying “You guys have incredible versus contracting an ruary 26. Both clubs are for are invited to match the first line more money for cleaner recy- power. You affect all of our lives,” “outsourced” engineering firm adults. Adults also may enjoy a of each book to the popular ro- clable end products. said Mr. Carvalho while empha- was at the crux of their campaign valentine craft on Tuesday, Feb- mance novel it comes from and He said Cranford’s cardboard sizing the impact the planning debates, stated Ms. Dooley. ruary 6, at 6 p.m., or the Knitting receive a valentine treat and a was sought after aggressively board has on the community. Ms. Dooley said she remains Club every Monday and Thurs- chance to win a special gift. because it was considered Mr. Carvalho said Maser Con- firm on the township committee’s day at 10:30 a.m. (needles and CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE “clean.” sulting donated $500 to Com- CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE Page S-20 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary processed, he was released pend- Monday, January 22, Tonyjunior ing a Municipal Court appear- Marques, 25, of Cliffwood Beach Resident Questions Transparency ance. Additionally, he was issued was arrested on charges of pos- motor vehicle summonses for session of a prescription legend integrity. When Maser Consult- oper without naming the devel- CRANFORD tinted windows, no valid insur- drug and possession of parapher- ing was approved for contracts, oper, stated Mr. Carvalho as he Tuesday, January 16, Kenneth ance card, an expired vehicle nalia and DWI after a 2015 Honda “never once did it occur to me” read the meeting minutes. Meier, 25, of Cranford was ar- inspection sticker and posses- was stopped at the intersection of campaign contributions were in And at a September 2017 meet- rested on charges of possession of sion of a CDS in a motor vehicle. Raritan Road and Centennial Av- the township committee’s deci- ing, Harbor Consultants was a controlled dangerous substance Friday, January 19, Nikolaos enue for failure to observe a red sion process,” Ms. Dooley stated. granted a contract without de- (CDS) and possession of para- Zervos, 54, of Linden was ar- traffic signal. Following an inves- All planning board members tailing a fee, Mr. Carvalho said. phernalia after a 1995 Oldsmobile rested and charged with driving tigation at the scene police lo- have now filed required financial He questioned how a contract was stopped near the intersection while intoxicated (DWI) after a cated prescription legend drugs disclosure forms, Mr. Carvalho can be granted to Harbor Con- of Raritan Road and Mohawk Drive 1997 Toyota was stopped at and paraphernalia inside the ve- stated. Mr. Carvalho said he was sultants without a fee estab- for failure to maintain their lane. Raritan Road and Moen Avenue hicle. Marques was arrested, pro- happy to see the change, but lished. A resolution approving Following an investigation at the for careless driving. Following an cessed and released pending a said board members should be the contract was on a September scene, police located suspected investigation at the scene, police Municipal Court appearance. Ad- vigilant to regulations before 2017 meeting minutes, but the crack-cocaine and heroin inside arrested Zervos on a charge of ditionally, the driver was issued a being prompted by a resident fee was not listed, stated Mr. the vehicle. Meier was arrested, DWI. In addition, he was issued motor vehicle summons for pos- such as himself. Carvalho as he reviewed the processed and released pending a motor vehicle summonses for session of a CDS in a motor ve- Mr. Carvalho said five planning meeting minutes. Superior Court appearance. Addi- careless driving and unsafe tires. hicle, a vehicle inspection viola- board members still have no real- In other business, applicants tionally, he was issued motor ve- Zervos was released pending a tion, unclear plates, and no valid estate interests listed. The form Sergio Martins and Sandra F. Mar- hicle summonses for an unsafe Municipal Court appearance. insurance card in his possession. requires officials to list every in- tins, of 16 Garden Street, were lane change and possession of a come source and real-estate in- granted an extension until the CDS in a motor vehicle. terest. He had two transparency Wednesday, April 18 meeting for a Tuesday, January 16, James Contemporary Art Group questions regarding resolutions minor subdivision in the R-4 Zone. Vanorden, III, 27, of Woodbridge from two separate meetings. At was arrested on charges of pos- the July 2017 planning board session of paraphernalia, posses- Presents ‘Seeing Red’ sion of a hypodermic syringe and meeting a resolution was ap- Probitas Verus Honos GARWOOD – The Contempo- Barbara Uhr, Rosalia Verdun, proved selecting a project devel- hindering apprehension after a 1999 Buick was stopped at the rary Art Group announces its Cynthia Walling, Cynthia Weiss, intersection of South Avenue East member show “Seeing Red” at and Christian Winslow. and Centennial Avenue for a head- South Avenue Arts from Febru- Gallery hours are: Mondays, GW Highlights Feb. Program light out. Following an investiga- ary 1 to 28. An opening reception Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays tion at the scene, police located will be held on Friday, February 2 noon to 5 p.m.; Wednesdays 12 hypodermic syringes and CDS from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. South p.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays 9:30 For youngsters, Kids’ Chess is in Hamilton; Imagine That, a paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Avenue Arts is located at 221 a.m. to 12 p.m. offered every Monday at 3 p.m. hands-on children’s museum in A passenger, Vanorden, was ar- South Avenue in Garwood. “Design It — The Kids Engineer- Florham Park; The Newark Mu- rested and later determined to The Contemporary Art Group is Mayor Hannen to ing Club,” for grades 4 and up, is seum; Victoria Hall of Science have an outstanding criminal war- a not-for-profit organization that held on Tuesdays at 3 p.m., while and Ballantine House and Liberty rant from Newark Municipal Court. was established in 2006. The Speak Before Chamber “Inventive Investigation,” the Hall. Passes may be borrowed by He was processed and given a group is affiliated with the CRANFORD — The Cranford Area library’s STEM-themed program adult residents in good standing Municipal Court appearance date. Watchung Arts Center, where the Chamber of Commerce will hold for grades 3 and up, meets on with the library. Wednesday, January 17, Mark membership of 50 local artists its second networking event for Wednesdays at 3 p.m. For the The Garwood Public Library is Hudson, 29, of Maplewood was meets monthly and exhibits in 2018 on Wednesday, February 21 little ones there is Storytime on open Monday through Thursday, arrested on charges of posses- various venues in New Jersey at 8 a.m. at Atria Assisted Living, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays, sion of less than 50 grams of throughout the year. 10 Jackson Drive in Cranford. The LEGO club is available on Thurs- from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and suspected marijuana, possession Participating local artists in the guest speaker will be Cranford days, February 8 and 22, for Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. of paraphernalia, obstructing the South Avenue Arts show are: Mayor Thomas H. Hannen, Jr. ages 4 to 12. Children who enjoy The library will be closed Mon- administration of law and resist- Dorothy Bellew, Ruth Brown, Vir- The Mayor’s discussion will in- arts and crafts can make a Pop- day, February 19, for Presidents’ ing arrest after a 2012 ginia Carroll, Maryann Ficker, clude an overview of 2018 Up Penguin at Kids’ Craft on Day. The library can be con- Volkswagen was stopped at the Alicia Flynn Cotter, Diane Gallo, projects and developments re- Thursday, February 15. tacted at (908) 789-1670 or intersection of North Avenue East Brooke Gardiner, Lesya Hanenko lating to Cranford. The cost of Thanks to a grant from the [email protected]. Fur- and the Garden State Parkway Dovbenko, Tamara Hanenko this event is $15 for members Union County Board of Chosen ther information also is available 137 Exchange for tinted windows DeNais, Mel Holston, Don Kuhn, and $20 for future members. Freeholders, the library is offer- at the library’s website at violation. Following an investi- Sheilia Lenga, Charlann Meluso, Breakfast is included. ing museum passes to the fol- youseemore.com/garwood. Indi- gation at the scene, police ar- Kathy Nademus, Tom Perri, Chris- Registration is required at lowing museums: The Intrepid viduals also can “like” the library rested the driver, Hudson, for tina Pruczynski, Sharon Reed, cranford.com/chamber or by call- Sea, Air & Space Museum in New on Facebook at facebook.com/ possession of suspected mari- Linnea W. Rhodes, Monica ing the chamber office at (908) York City; Grounds for Sculpture garwoodlibrary. juana located inside the car. Once Schraiber Otero, Linda Schwartz, 272-6114. Page S-21 Thursday, February 1, 2018 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo Ballyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Conservancy to Host Local Residents Named to ‘Frederick Olmsted’ CRANFORD — The Hanson Park Univ. of Scranton Dean's List Conservancy invites the commu- nity for a first-person dramatic SCRANTON, Pa. – Local resi- Studies. presentation entitled “Olmsted dents were among more than Hannah DeMars of Cranford, a By Design!” on Tuesday, Febru- 1,600 students named to The senior exercise science major in ary 27. The program will take University of Scranton's Dean's the University's Panuska College place at 7 p.m. at the Cranford List for the 2017 fall semester. of Professional Studies. Community Center, located at The Dean's List recognizes stu- Thomas Trotter of Cranford, a 220 Walnut Avenue. dents for academic excellence. A senior finance major in the Kirk R. Brown will be costumed student must have a grade point University's Kania School of Man- and acting as Frederick Law average of 3.5 or better with a agement. Olmsted, father of landscape ar- minimum number of credit hours chitecture. Olmsted created cities during the semester to make the Emerson College out of the American wilderness Dean's List. and began a conservation move- Emily Harvan of Cranford, a Announces Local ment still challenging the world senior biology major in the today. He believed parks improve University's College of Arts and Dean's List Honorees society by building a sense of Sciences. BOSTON, Mass. – Three local community and a place for recre- Lauren Byrne of Cranford, a students have been named to ation. Olmsted helped to create freshman exercise science ma- Emerson College's Dean's List for STOMPING OUT BULLIES...Lincoln School in Garwood teamed up with the Central Park and Prospect Park in New York Jets and STOMP Out Bullying to help tackle all forms of bullying. The jor in the University's Panuska the fall semester. The requirement New York City, but of special inter- College of Professional Studies. to make the Dean's List is a grade Jets have generously provided many schools in New Jersey with the resources to est will be the many projects that promote a school climate of “upstanders.” An “upstander” is someone who stands Leah Jayne of Cranford, a jun- point average of 3.7 or higher. he created in the Garden State. ior counseling and human ser- Bianca Assaf of Cranford, Julia up against bullying. Lincoln School is one of many schools that participated in the This event is free and open to New York Jets Upstander of the Week Program which was a 16-week initiative vices major in the University's Linger of Cranford and Jin Ko of the public. No registration is re- Panuska College of Professional Cranford. that provided schools with three Jets tickets to award to a student who demon- quired, but seating will be avail- strated “upstanding” qualities. Pictured are Lincoln School elementary (pictured able on a first-come, first-served above) and middle school students (pictured below) who exemplified what it basis. For more information, visit Dean’s List at University of means to be a true upstander by interjecting in a positive manner to discourage hansonparkconservancy.com. negative interaction amongst their peers. This history program is made possible in part by a HEART (His- Delaware Announced tory, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union NEWARK, Del. – The following Schomp of Cranford , Brian County Board of Chosen Free- students from the region have Stapleton of Cranford , Marissa holders. been named to the University of Dankosky of Cranford, Brian Delaware Dean’s List for the Fall Rubin of Cranford, James Pipala 2017 semester: of Cranford, Brittany Hogan of Probitas Verus Honos Leigh Abramson of Cranford, Cranford, David Fonseca of Laura Brink of Cranford , Taylor Cranford, Julia Schork of Cranford, Erin Readie of Cranford, Ava Laverty of Cranford, Zachary Roger Williams University Roy of Cranford, Sofia Gonzalez- Nolde of Garwood. Tells Fall 2017 Dean's List Power Earns Siena BRISTOL, R.I. – Select students Local students include: Tyler College Dean's List have been named to the Fall Davis of Cranford, Maia LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. – Megan 2017 Dean's List at Roger Will- Didomenico of Cranford, Candice Power of Cranford has been named iams University in Bristol, R.I. Durant of Cranford, Elizabeth to the Siena College Dean's List Full-time students who complete Fulton of Cranford, Amanda for the Fall 2017 semester. 12 or more credits per semester Espinoza of Scotch Plains, To be named to the Dean's List, and earn a GPA of 3.4 or higher Caroline Keane of Scotch Plains a student's grade point average are placed on the Dean's List that and Gianna Rosello of Scotch for the semester must be be- semester. Plains. tween 3.5 and 3.89.