The Westfield— Serving the Town Since 1890 — Leader

USPS 680020 Published OUR 109th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 48-99 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, December 2, 1999 Every Thursday 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Revamp of TV-36 Moves Closer to Reality; Council OKs Purchase of Entrance Signs By PAUL J. PEYTON Sullivan, who served as council liai- Comcast, the town’s cable television town of their interests of serving on Specially Written for The Westfield Leader son to the ad hoc committee, referred provider, into the station’s opera- the board. In what is seen as the first step in to the establishment of the TV advi- tions. The initial board will consist of the development of a community- sory board as the “first step towards The ordinance was introduced at three members appointed to one-year wide cable television station in ultimately having a very robust com- the town council’s meeting on No- terms, three members who will be Westfield, the Town Council has in- munity television within our com- vember 23. appointed for a period of two years, troduced an ordinance to form a tele- munity.” Under the ordinance, the station and three members who will serve vision advisory board. Mr. Sullivan said the town will be will be designated as Westfield Com- for terms of three years each. The 11-member board, which will making a “quantum leap” in the way munity Television or WCTV. The The council and school board rep- consist of nine at-large members it communicates with its residents advisory board also will recommend resentatives will be appointed annu- along with representatives from the through the restructure of the TV-36 to the council the name of a candi- ally. Darielle Walsh, Board of Edu- Town Council and the Board of Edu- operation, the town’s local cable tele- date to serve as Director of Opera- cation President, has said she will Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader cation, resulted from an ad hoc com- vision access channel. tions, a paid position to be created by appoint herself as the board’s repre- HOLIDAY MUSIC IS THE THEME...The Westfield Community Band per- mittee that was created by Mayor Noting that the station, currently the council. sentative on the advisory panel. forms during Sunday’s ceremony which attracted large crowds to northside Thomas C. Jardim earlier this year. known as TV-36, reaches 80 percent Mayor Jardim said a public hear- Once formed, the new board will train station. Third Ward Councilman Neil F. of Westfield households, Mr. Sullivan ing and council adoption vote on the appoint a Chairman and Vice Chair- said the council will be “called to the ordinance is scheduled for Tuesday, man. The board will have the author- plate next spring to put some money December 7. ity to form standing committees, the behind this (ordinance).” He asked council members to give members of which will be appointed He noted that this funding will be him the names of individuals who by the board’s chairman. accomplished by designating all fran- might like to serve on the board. He According to the ordinance, the chise fees received by the town from also invited residents to contact the CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Building Department Okays Return Of Franklin Pupils to Home School By KIM KINTER were to be notified in writing today pected to be housed in the schools Specially Written for The Westfield Leader about the move, he said. Teachers, just through September, but the large Franklin Elementary School first meanwhile, will be expected to com- project has moved more slowly than graders, who have been temporarily pletely pack up their temporary class- anticipated, preventing their return. housed at various schools through- rooms at the end of the week. All of Two first grades were bused to Edison, out Westfield since September, are their materials must be moved back while one first grade each was housed expected to return to their home to Franklin over the weekend. at Wilson, Washington and Tamaques school on Monday, December 6. Mr. Berman said plans for relocat- Schools. Robert A. Berman, Westfield Pub- ing the children back to Franklin Mr. Berman said he has been work- lic Schools Business Administrator have been ready for some time, but ing with town building and fire in- and Board Secretary, said students that he now has only three days to spectors and the construction com- should return on Monday, but pointed implement them. pany to return the students as soon as out that a lot of work has to occur over Final approval from the Westfield possible. the weekend for that to happen. If Building Department occurred Tues- Westfield Fire Chief Paul A. something goes awry, the move may day afternoon for the students to be Battiloro, Jr. said his main concern Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader SANTA’S HERE...Santa Claus gets the crowd going during Westfield’s official Christmas tree lighting last Sunday. have to be slightly delayed, he said. moved back to Franklin. has been safety and that he has worked Playing the role of Santa’s helper was Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, shown holding his daughter, Cecile. Parents of the first-grade students Approximately 91 students from with the contractors and schools to five first grades normally housed in iron out some unspecified problems. the so-called “new wing” of Franklin He said he is allowing children to School have been bused since the return, but has notified the schools Proposed K-8 Language Arts, Grants Director beginning of the school year to Edison that people may need to be posted to Intermediate School and Wilson, assist children in the halls in case of Washington and Tamaques Elemen- an emergency. Positions Broached By Board of Education tary Schools while a second story has Mr. Berman said that he was aware been added to the one-story wing at of Chief Battiloro’s suggestion about By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN members to give their opinions on Dr. Foley advised Board Vice Presi- would be “uneasy without elemen- Franklin. hall monitors, but that he understood Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the drafted and tentative job descrip- dent Arlene Gardner, who also tary expertise.” The students originally were ex- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 The retirement of Elizabeth Willett, tions, stating, “I’m the guy that’s pressed for alternatives to the pro- “In the old days, none of this would Coordinator of Elementary Educa- responsible and I’d like a little atti- posed job descriptions, that the re- have been necessary,” encouraged tion and Assessment, at the end of tude in how this is structured.” tirement of Ms. Willett now allows Dr. Foley, pointing to what he calls the year has served as a catalyst for Board Member Thomas Taylor told the board to better articulate the po- “high stakes testing” and new Core the creation of two new positions, Dr. Foley that he puts the fate of these sition, making it K-8, instead of split- Curriculum Standards that have now Kindergarden to Grade 8 (K-8) Lan- decisions in his hands, quipping, ting the position into a K-5, 6-12 been mandated by the state. “We guage Arts Supervisor and Director “Basically, I leave it up to you. Just grade structure or pursuing a K-12 need to adapt our management struc- of State and Federal Programs, by the don’t screw up.” structure. ture to whatever is happening in the Westfield Board of Education. Despite urging by Board President When Board Member William environment.” Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Darielle Walsh and Dr. Foley to reach Wallace asked Dr. Foley how similar “We need the subject area exper- William J. Foley, commenced an accord regarding the new posi- school districts are creating such a tise,” he maintained. Dr. Foley added Tuesday’s regular meeting pointing tions, Board Member Annmarie position, the superintendent re- that he envisions such a K-8 supervi- to a large pile of reports compiled Puleio remained concerned about the sponded that several districts such as sory position for other areas such as annually by Ms. Willett and sent to job descriptions. She said that the East Brunswick have maintained a science. A K-8 Math Supervisor po- the State Department of Education. new hires’ involvement in the K-12 position. sition has already been created by the The reports include several compo- district’s new Teacher Institute is However, Dr. Foley added that such school district. nents, such as the school district’s unclear. districts may have their own tradi- Assistant Superintendent Janie P. objectives, state test results and Qual- “The references are obtuse,” main- tions and staff that can make a K-12 Edmonds added, “The K-8 model is ity Assurance Annual Report. tained Ms. Puleio. She also felt structure work versus a K-8. appropriate to get the work done that Dr. Foley outlined the reasons for strongly that the job description of Board Members Carol Molnar and we need now.” creating the two new positions, not- the K-8 Language Arts Supervisor Eileen Satkin concurred with Ms. When a group of students from David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader ing the need for supervision, exam- must include elementary education Puleio regarding the need for el- Roosevelt Intermediate School who SENIOR POWER!...Westfield High School seniors travel down East Broad ining the testing and evaluation pro- experience. Currently, the require- ementary education experience for were present to observe a Board of Street during the high school Home Coming Parade on November 24. The seniors cess, exploration of other sources for ments for the position do not entail the K-8 Language Arts Supervisor Education seemed confused by the dia- later defeated the juniors in the annual Power Puff football game. Please see funding such as state and federal this. position. Ms. Satkin added that she CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 sports section for story. grants and the need for the district to file reports and meet state require- ments. The proposed position of Director Council Agrees to Lower Speed to 25 mph on Broad St.; of State/Federal Programs, Grants & Testing was briefly discussed by the board, but not in length. This indi- vidual would be responsible for seek- Consultant to Conduct Study of Further Safety Measures ing out additional funding and grant By PAUL J. PEYTON sent for approval to the state and fic calming study on East Broad. on several major thoroughfares in pal planner with the firm, the first opportunities for the school district, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader county. Republicans had wanted to wait until Westfield, including Rahway Avenue. step will be the creation of a task and compiling reports and docu- The Westfield Town Council After a lengthy discussion, council a study was conducted on Board Street RBA will charge the town $16,000 force to work with RBA. Mr. ments. agreed Tuesday to move forward on Democrats, who had been pushing traffic speeds. They also had pressed to complete the latest study, which Molenaar has recommended that a According to Dr. Foley, this posi- an ordinance to change the speed for immediate action on the speed for traffic calming measures to be will include the area from Euclid representative of the county engi- tion would also entail defining cur- limit on East Broad Street from Gal- limit change before the end of the taken. Avenue to Gallows Hill Road. neering department, and perhaps a riculum needs. lows Hill Road to Euclid Avenue to year, agreed to have The RBA Group, RBA has already been retained by According to RBA’s proposal, sub- member of the freeholder board, serve A K-8 Language Arts Supervisor 25 mph. The governing body also based in Morristown, conduct a traf- the town to conduct similar studies mitted by Jack E. Molenaar, a princi- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 would be more beneficial than a K- agreed to have a traffic calming study 12 Language Arts Supervisor, ac- conducted along the thoroughfare. cording to Dr. Foley, because the The council is expected to intro- North Side Residents Consider Options to Modify supervisor would be able to concen- duce the ordinance this Tuesday, trate solely on the needs of articulat- December 7, to change the Broad ing between the elementary and in- Street speed limit. The restriction is termediate schools, instead of find- currently 35 mph from Springfield Anticipated Impact of Garwood ShopRite Store ing him or herself engrossed in su- Avenue to Euclid Avenue, at which By KIM KINTER with Town Councilman Matthew P. nicipal Building’s Community Room attendance at the meeting. pervision only at Westfield High point the speed limit drops to 25 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Albano, who represents the Second and that talk centered mainly on Councilman Albano said that as a School. mph. A group of residents on the north Ward. Mr. Albano’s ward is located ways to deal with the traffic that result of the meeting, “at the very The Superintendent asked board Once passed, the ordinance will be side of Westfield have begun meeting closest to the proposed store com- could be created by construction of least,” he is requesting that the Town INDEX to discuss ways to deal with the pro- plex. the new store. Council pay for a traffic study of the A&E...... Page 19 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 posed ShopRite grocery store planned The councilman, who organized Town Attorney William Jeremiah, “grid” area bound by Gallows Hill Classifieds..... Page 18 Mountainside Page 3 Social ...... Page 6 for North Avenue in Garwood. and planned the meeting, said that 2nd, and Anthony J. Scutti, Westfield Road and Saint Paul Street and North County ...... Page 2HappyObituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 The residents met onHanukkah November 22 about 100 residents filled the Mu- Police Chief, were among those in CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, December 2, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION School Board Examines Two WESTFIELD POLICE BLOTTER

Possible Supervisor Positions MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22 someone smashed the side door of his CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 • An Alden Avenue resident reported home in an apparent burglary attempt. logue, Mr. Taylor explained to them the the right move” for the district. Ms. that her vehicle was burglarized while The individual is believed to have been importance of “articulation” in the K-8 Molnar noted that she would still like to parked on Elm Street and that a Note- frightened by the victim’s dog, however, position, which would help subject compare the position to that of other book model computer and software for and fled the scene. matter in grades K-8 flow together in a districts. the unit were removed. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26 better fashion. Ms. Walsh pressed that looking at TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 • Separate burglary attempts were “Sometimes, we’re speaking our own other districts would only help Ms. • An incident of theft by deception reported at two restaurants on South language up here,” he told them. Molnar “build her case either way.” was reported, in which approximately Avenue, West, according to police. In the Dr. Foley called for an informal vote Mr. Taylor maintained that although $11,683 was stolen as a result of credit first incident, a wall in the restaurant was on the proposed job descriptions in order he trusts the decision of Dr. Foley, he card fraud, police confirmed. damaged after someone apparently at- to gain a feeling as to whether or not they would “like more answers.” Ms. Puleio • A shoplifting incident occurred at a tempted to break through the sheet rock were “heading in the right direction.” said she would support the descrip- North Avenue department store, in which on the building. The second case in- “I’m telling you what I think could tions, but would not approve the job an individual took three leather hand- volved a door window being broken on a work here and you have to vote,” he description for the K-8 Language Arts bags from the store. The suspect was delicatessen. said. Supervisor without elementary educa- described as 6 feet tall, dark-skinned, in • A Willow Grove resident claimed The proposed job descriptions re- tion experience. his late 20s to early 30s, with a possible he was assaulted by three men on Cacciola ceived approval from newest board The board will revisit the job descrip- mustache. He was wearing a baseball Place, who also broke a window on his members Anne Riegel and Mr. Wallace, tions and hold a formal first reading at David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader cap and a black shirt at the time the vehicle as he fled the scene. The suspects PROGRESS REPORT…Construction crews continue work on the second story incident occurred. Police said the sus- were described as black males about 20 as well as Ms. Gardner and Ms. Walsh. a later date after further discussion of pect fled the store parking lot in a 1981, years old. However, Ms. Satkin urged that she being built at Franklin Elementary School in Westfield, as the five first-floor first molding the positions. grades that have been temporarily housed at four other town schools prepare to move beige, four-door Chevrolet. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27 was “not convinced that this really is back. The first graders are to be returned Monday, December 6, pending notifica- • A camcorder was reported stolen • Pastor Sanchez, 44, of West New tion of parents and the moving of the five classrooms back into the first floor of from the Choir Room of St. Paul’s Epis- York was charged with driving while Franklin. Construction will continue on the second story once the children return. copal Church on East Broad Street. intoxicated on South Avenue near WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Livingston Street. He was released on Revamp of TV-36 Moves • An Elm Street resident reported that his own recognizance. Closer to Becoming Reality Building Department OK’s WESTFIELD CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 board’s purpose will be to recommend placed in storage. The signs will be Return of Pupils to Franklin FIRE BLOTTER to the council policies that will insure purchased from Hastings Designs of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Avenue – standby at Bon Fire. the station “is used in the best possible Pittstown. they would be necessary only if fire but much interior and exterior work MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22 manner to serve the needs of the com- • Two hundred block of Clark Street THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Michael La Place, Executive Direc- alarms were malfunctioning. He said remains. • Thirteen hundred block of Prospect munity with programs which would tor of the Downtown Westfield Corpo- – dryer fire. several recent checks of the alarms in- When students do return to Franklin, • Three hundred block of Linden Street – unintentional alarm. cover community events, cultural and ration, said the signs will be placed at dicate they are in working order. they will only move into the first floor. • Eight hundred block of Forest Av- athletic events, and other programs Avenue – electrical short. the following locations: Mountain Av- Meanwhile, Anthony Scelsa, Work will continue on the second floor, • Four hundred block of North Av- enue – animal rescue. which would be of interest to the com- enue at the Mountainside border; one Westfield Construction Official, met which will not be completely ready for enue West – rescue call. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26 munity.” sign each at the Scotch Plains and with Mr. Berman Tuesday afternoon occupation until the fall of 2000. • One hundred block of Kimball • Four hundred block of Beechwood The board would also create and es- Garwood borders on both North and and looked at the site to make sure it Mr. Berman added, though, that be- Circle – unintentional alarm. Place – system malfunction. tablish a system to place emergency South Avenues, for a total of four signs; was safe for the return of the students. cause of the school district’s push to get • Two hundred block of Clark Street • One hundred block of Nomahegan announcements on the station. The Central Avenue at the Clark border, and Mr. Berman said Mr. Scelsa looked for the students back into the classrooms, – unintentional alarm. Drive – automobile accident. board will plan promotional activities Springfield Avenue near the Echo Lake such things as clear exits and the re- the project is now ahead and may be • One hundred block of Greene Place SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27 for the WCTV as well as apply and Country Club at the Springfield border. moval of construction equipment and completed by June. – unintentional alarm. • Six hundred block of Norwood Drive receive grants and donations to support Mayor Jardim said the new signs building supplies from areas where chil- Mr. Berman added that, because of • Tuttle Parkway – service call. – furnace malfunction. the station. will “demonstrate who we are and what dren traverse. the eight inches of concrete between the TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 • One hundred block of Prospect The board would be responsible for we are all about well into the next • Four hundred block of Springfield Street – electrical short. Mr. Berman admitted that there were first and second stories, the construc- • producing local programming on a regu- century.” some parents who were anxious to have tion crew should be able to work with- Avenue – hazardous condition. One hundred block of Clifton Street lar basis, to review program proposals • Five hundred block of Dorian Road – system malfunction. The council also re-appointed Town the school district move their children out bothering the students on the lower • and tapes submitted for broadcast and Engineer Kenneth B. Marsh for a three- level. – car fire. Twelve hundred block of Boulevard back into Franklin. He added that they • – smoke condition. decide whether or not they should be year term. Mr. Marsh, who also serves had expressed concern about the stu- The new second floor will consist of Seven hundred block of Saunders aired. Avenue – lock out. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28 as Director of Public Works, has been dents being bused and spending day nine classrooms. There will be five regu- • Five hundred block of Fairmont The board would set quality control employed by the town for six years. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 after day away from their home school. lar-sized classrooms, two 1,000-square- • Fifteen hundred block of Boulevard Avenue – lock out. guidelines for programming. During the public comments seg- But he said that there also was “sen- foot classrooms and two small rooms • Seven hundred block of Standish Third Ward Councilman John J. – automobile accident. ment of the meeting, North Chestnut timent to do it right, to get the job done for use by small groups, Mr. Berman • Nine hundred block of Tice Place – Avenue – leaf fire. Walsh said approval of the ordinance Street resident Anthony M. LaPorta right.” explained. oven fire. • Two hundred block of Elizabeth will “open a number of possibilities for asked the council for its support of Mr. Berman said the original plan to The project totals more than $2 mil- • Eight hundred block of Rahway Avenue – good intent call. the town” of an otherwise legislation pending in the state Senate move the students back to Franklin in lion. “underutilized” local cable TV access which would enable towns to restrict October proved to be too optimistic. He As the largest elementary school in channel. the hours of operation of disposal com- explained that the roof was not constructed Westfield, Franklin enrolls more than He said the establishment of the TV panies collecting garbage in their com- as quickly as possible and during Octo- 450 students. The additional classrooms advisory board will help in the creation munities. ber there was some leakage in the build- — funded with an $11.7 million public Council Agrees to Lower of programming that enhance “a robust Assembly Bill No. 1853 is spon- ing when it rained. The first order of bond referendum approved in Decem- of public faith” while increasing the sored Assemblyman Richard H. Bag- business was to get a full roof on to ber of 1998 — are expected to help ease broadcast of local entertainment pro- ger, who served as town mayor in 1991, maintain a water tight structure, he added. overcrowding and maintain reasonable Speed to 25 mph on Broad St. grams offered in the town. and has passed the Assembly by a vote The full roof has now been installed, class size. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 First Ward Councilman Gregory S. of 74-0, according to Mr. Laporta. Mr. on the committee, given the fact that which are set by the state. For the 100 McDermott, noting that volunteers LaPorta chaired the council’s Solid East Broad is a county thoroughfare. bingo nights conducted annually by will be sought for all aspects of the Waste Committee when he was on coun- The second step will be a proposal by Holy Trinity, that amounts to an extra newly revised station, urged the board cil in 1993 and 1994. North Side Residents Discuss RBA of traffic calming measures to $1,000 in municipal fees that it must to seek out Westfield High School The Assembly bill has been assigned improve safety on the roadway. In addi- pay to the town and also to the state. For students to volunteer their time. Cur- to the state Senate’s Community Af- tion to changing the speed limit, traffic raffle fees, Holy Trinity must also pay rently, TV-36 is located at the high fairs Committee. Garwood ShopRite Impact enforcement and educating the public $500 to the town and another $500 to school and uses students in all as- The legislation follows an ordinance CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 on traffic safety issues, physical changes the state. pects of production as part of their enacted by the council a number of Avenue and East Broad Street, which letter to his constituents that, essen- could be made to East Broad. Mr. Fitzpatrick said by waiving the academic studies. years ago that was aimed at restricting Mr. Albano believes will be most af- tially, he “felt strongly that while we Among traffic calming devices that municipal fees, Holy Trinity would gen- In other business, the council unani- hours of operation of haulers who were fected by increased traffic due to the can’t stop ShopRite, we can take action may be considered are curb extensions, erate another $1,500 in revenue for its mously approved a resolution to pur- picking up trash in Westfield during the proposed store. to improve” the quality of life and pre- textured crosswalks, illuminated cross- school. chase 10 “Town of Westfield” entrance early morning hours. The councilman added that he will serve property value in the area around walks, raised crosswalks, speed humps, Third Ward Councilman John J. signs at a total purchase price of The town, however, lost a legal “seriously request that they (Town the store. raised intersections and corridor-wide Walsh supported the request, noting $20,737. challenge brought by several of the Council) move quickly to conduct a He admitted, however, that there were landscaping. that the private school saves the town Seven signs will be located at strate- haulers. Mr. Laporta noted that the study. This is something that we want several residents at the meeting who Republican Third Ward Councilman money by educating children who would gic borders with surrounding commu- court ruled the state and not munici- to stay in front of.” did question whether there was any- Neil F. Sullivan emphasized that traffic otherwise have to go through the local nities. An additional three signs will be palities have jurisdiction in this is- A subcommittee of interested resi- thing legal that the town could do to halt studies conducted around the country public school system. sue. dents who attended the meeting is also the construction of the store. Mr. have proven that reducing speed limits Officials said they were concerned While noting most haulers who oper- being formed to develop plans and set Jeremiah told the group that there was is not successful unless accompanied that waiving such a fee would set a bad ate in Westfield are now collecting at goals, he said. That subcommittee has nothing that could be done by the town, by some sort of traffic calming tech- precedent in town. Town Administra- later hours, Mr. Laporta said passage of not yet met. Mr. Albano said. niques. tor Edward A. Gottko noted that the legislation by the Assembly “is a Mr. Albano first contacted his con- David Owens, a Saint Mark’s Av- The final step by RBA will be to hold Westfield generates $29,000 annually positive move and I hope you (the coun- stituents in a letter during his recent enue resident who attended the meet- a public meeting, at which time a pre- in revenues from various fees and li- cil) can all support it.” reelection campaign, in which he re- ing, told Mr. Albano he believed there liminary report will be released by the censes, most of which are for “games of Mayor Jardim responded that he be- vealed that a Union County Superior may be some legal recourse and that he firm. Public comments will be taken chance.” lieves the legislation is “worth support- Court decision was handed down in was planning to investigate the matter. and incorporated into a final report. Mr. Goldman said the council either ing.” October in favor of construction of the Contacted at home by The Westfield Mr. Sullivan asked the council for needs to eliminate the municipal fees Third Ward Councilman John J. ShopRite on North Avenue in Garwood. Leader, Mr. Owens said, “Ideally, we their commitment on traffic calming charged for bingo events or have a policy Walsh, who ran on the Democratic ticket Construction of the proposed would like to not have it (the store) at and speed limit enforcement by the of not granting waivers on these charges. headed by Mr. Laporta, the mayoral ShopRite had been in litigation for years all.” But, he acknowledged, the group police to go along with the proposed First Ward Councilman Carl A. candidate, in 1994, said residents were when two residents claimed that was at the very early stages of develop- new speed limit. Salisbury said he was concerned about “constantly complaining” to him about Garwood Planning Board officials had ment and it was unclear what exactly its A recent study conducted by the po- the loss of revenue and its impact on early morning pickups during his coun- not correctly followed procedures and goals would be. lice department found that the average municipal budgets, including the need cil campaigns. that their decision allowing the con- Mr. Owens, however, said he is plan- speed on the roadway is 33.5 mph. The to raise taxes to support the annual On another matter, John Cannizzaro struction of the store was invalid. ning to contact Al Norman, a Massa- test was conducted from 12:15 a.m. to spending plans if such waivers were of Fourth Avenue commented on a The two Westfield attorneys repre- chusetts resident who operates the or- 11:45 p.m. on November 18 on East granted. recent meeting, hosted by Second Ward senting the residents have until mid- ganization Sprawl-Busters and has been Broad at Temple Emanu-El. Over 67 Mayor Jardim suggested that the Councilman Matthew P. Albano. The December to file an appeal of the Supe- successful in fighting the construction percent of motorists were traveling at council might want to consider lower- meeting was held in the aftermath of rior Court decision in state Appellate of such large stores as Wal-Mart and about 36 mph. ing the fee. the recent court victory by Village Su- Court. One attorney, William Butler, Home Depot in various municipalities Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence In other business, the council agreed per Markets to build a ShopRite Su- said his client still has not made a throughout the country. A. Goldman noted that while the new with a recommendation from Mr. Gruba permarket on the Westfield border in decision about whether to file an ap- A Web site, www.sprawl- speed limit will not improve safety along to raise parking meter violation fines Garwood. peal, while the other, Brian Fahey, did busters.com, contains information about the roadway by itself, it is the first step from $10 to $13. A dollar of that in- Mr. Cannizzaro asked the council to not return telephone calls. the organization. Mr. Owens has re- in that direction. crease is the result of a new state sur- consider a legal challenge of the recent Mr. Albano said that he wrote in the ferred the residents to it for information. Two pedestrians were struck and charge to raise funds for spinal cord Superior Court decision that found the killed by motorists during the first two research. Garwood Planning Board’s 1995 ap- months of this year on East Broad. A survey conducted by the town de- proval of the ShopRite store was cor- Recent Home Sales Mayor Thomas C. Jardim said the termined that most communities in the rect. calming devices, once installed, should area were raising fees to make up for the Mr. Cannizzaro also asked the coun- help reduce the number of motorists revenue lost due to the new state sur- cil to give their support to Assembly WESTFIELD Jennifer S. Khan, 634 Downer Street, who ignore the new speed limit. charge. The town will receive $8.50 for Bill No. 301 which addresses proposed Messercola Brothers Building Co., Inc. $180,000. In other business, the findings of a each ticket. The remainder goes to sup- developments that may impact sur- to Raymond and Christine Dente, 935 Jerry Simunovich to Mark P. Perretti, study of the number of vehicles as- port the computer system utilized by all rounding communities. Sedgewick Court, $603,900. 624 Ripley Place, $196,500. signed to town personnel was released municipal courts in the state, as well as The legislation, introduced by As- Michael and Christine Fossceca to Lenore K. Hodes to Owain and by Second Ward Councilman James J. to fund the costs for bullet proof vests semblyman Bagger in January 1998, Scott and Noreen P. Singer, 536 Forest Courtney C. Rees, 302 Landsdowne Av- Gruba, who chairs the Finance Com- for the State Police and for emergency would establish cross acceptance of Avenue, $380,000. enue, $295,000. mittee. vehicles. master plans by bordering communi- Patricia Ann Heller to Joseph H. Gordon S. Inamine and Rosemarie He said a total of 75 vehicles are Overtime parking tickets currently ties. The bill also would setup a review Sydnor Ar, Fourth Trust and Louise R. Kelly to Waldemar Garbowski and Anna currently assigned to town employees. generate about $11,000 in income for of major applications in bordering towns Sydnor, 12 Cowperthwaite Place, Dec-Garbowski, 131 North Cottage Place, Twenty-five are assigned to Public $355,100. $200,000. the town. which may be impacted by them in Works employees, 29 to the police The council decided not to take ac- terms of increased traffic and other Virginia J. Glenn, in trust as trustee of George V. and Theresa S. Lerose to the Virginia J. Glenn Revocable Trust U/ Michael and Nancy K. Leahy, 240 East department, five to the fire department, tion at this time on the appointment of environmental concerns. A and Neil B. Glenn to Frank J. and Dudley Avenue, $1,100,000. two vehicles to the Board of Health and the town’s insurance risk manager, a The legislation is currently sitting Evelyn J. Schaefer, 17 Cowperthwaite Margaret M. Sheffield to Don Don one to the Recreation Department di- hot political issue the past few years. in the Assembly Government and Square, $280,000. Realty, L.L.C., 200 Ross Place, $350,000. rector. Amalgamated Insurance Agencies Housing Committee. John Jefferson to Wesley Nowak and Affordable Homes of New Jersey, Inc. Among those with assigned vehicles (AGA), a firm co-owned by former to Casey and Orlando D. Hurdle, 203 are the town administrator; the police Republican Mayor Ronald Frigerio, was Livingston Street, $179,900. chief, deputy chief and two police cap- appointed over Democrats’ objections Bruce P. and Linda H. Shutts to tains; Public Works supervisors, the last December. Stephen and Cheryl Hinel, 814 Cedar fire chief and two deputy chiefs; the AGA replaced Bollinger Fowler, a 381 Park Avenue Terrace, $835,000. construction official, town engineer, tax firm that represented the town for years. Maria’s Scott R. and Tara A. Heuschkel to assessor and surveyor. Mr. Gottko prepared a request for Scotch Plains Donald C. Cassett, Jr. and Donald C. and These vehicles are take-home ve- proposals in an effort to generate pro- (908) 322-2322 Ella Mae Cassett, Sr., 908 Everts Av- hicles, said Mr. Gottko, since these posals from firms that might be inter- Scotch Plains Best Kept Secret ! enue, $190,000. employees are on call 24 hours a day. ested in Westfield’s contract. Officials Emilie M. Kerner, trust, Barbara K. Mayor Jardim asked the committee said the pact with AGA ends on Friday, Pizza Days Hart-Trustee to Robert N. and Susan LargeSun-Wed Cheese Pie to look further into the matter of as- December 31. D’Arecca, 24 Cowperthwaite Square, signed cars for non-uniform personnel Let Us Cater Your $264,000. Thus, the council could be without a $6.95* Lee Edward and Lesley Gwenn Miller and report back to the full council. consultant to handle paperwork from Holiday Parties!! to Neil P. and Stacy K. Horne, 3rd, 239 On another matter, Bill Fitzpatrick, insurance claims filed against the town Sylvania Place, $510,000. representing the Holy Trinity Roman for up to three weeks. The council’s first Martha Brenkach to Lisabeta Zorrilla, Catholic Church, came before the coun- public meeting of the year will be Tues- • Daily Blackboard Specials 786 West Broad Street, $213,000. cil to request that the governing body day, January 18. The administrator said • All Homemade Pastas, Ravoilies, Lasagna Westfield Prime Properties, L.L.C. to waive the fees charged for bingo events the absence of the position, though, will David and Daria Mary MacDonald, 724 and a raffle the parish holds as not provide a risk to the town since it is Lunch & Dinner Specials • Open Sundays 4-9 Clarence Street, $449,000. fundraisers for its inter-parochial fully insured. *Plus Tax Take-Out Only Susan R. Carrigan to Mark and Irit school. The council’s calendar, including the Attias Malinsky, 111 Marion Avenue, Non-profit groups, such as the school, date for the reorganization meeting, has $208,000. are charged $10 per bingo event, fees yet to be finalized by council members. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE— Serving Scotch PlainsTIMES and Fanwood Since 1959 — of Scotch Plains – Fanwood

USPS 485200 Published OUR 40th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 48-99 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, December 2, 1999 Every Thursday 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Fanwood Committee Moves Forward on Plans to Launch Local Business Association By SUZETTE F. STALKER Plains and Westfield. “We’re trying to get the businesses Specially Written for The Times During an organizational meeting to be interested in forming an asso- Believing it will unify and November 10 at The Chelsea in ciation,” Mr. Lamca told The Times strengthen the business district, the Fanwood, FDRC members, along last week, saying such an organiza- Fanwood Downtown Revitalization with several business owners and tion would give its members strength Committee (FDRC) is forging ahead Borough Council representatives, in numbers when working to achieve with development of a business and shared ideas for recruiting members goals or seeking support from the professional association in the bor- to the association and discussed fu- governing body on downtown issues. ough. ture leadership positions. “We’re trying to show what could The committee, which meets Also on hand were members of the happen with it (being part of a group) monthly for regular business, has Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School as opposed to everyone going on their been working to establish the DECA Chapter, an association of own,” he commented. Fanwood Business and Professional marketing students, and their advi- He added that while response to Association for some time, accord- sor, Donald Cababe. DECA students the association from Fanwood’s GIVING FROM THE HEART…DECA students from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School demonstrated the true ing to FDRC Chairman Jim Lamca. have done publicity for the FDRC downtown community has been meaning of the holiday season by feeding the homeless at the Black United Fund Community Center Complex in Plainfield Mr. Lamca said his committee envi- and recently distributed a survey door- mixed, about a dozen businesses so on Thanksgiving Day. Pictured, left to right, are: Julie Lowen, Lauren Regenthal, Jennifer Miller, Diane Ferrara, Sarah sions the association playing the same Vilim, Becky Vilim and Katie Sargent. to-door to local businesses. Business far have appeared “very interested” role as business groups in Scotch owners are asked to return their com- in joining the organization. pleted questionnaires as soon as pos- FDRC members, while optimistic sible. about the influential role the associa- State Delay on Grade 4 Foreign Language Testing The survey, which seeks input on tion could play in the community, merchants’ concerns and priorities, have emphasized that plans and goals was a follow-up to one mailed out a for the organization are still in the May Enable SPF to Refine Its Elementary Program year ago to all Fanwood households. discussion stage. However, member- By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN eign language study could be “natu- of the November 23 meeting, with 64 about 30 percent of the cost of out-of- That questionnaire asked residents’ ship forms and dues are currently Specially Written for The Times rally integrated” into the curricu- students in out-of-district placements, district placements. opinions on how to improve commu- being accepted, and may be brought Word has it that the State Commis- lum, particularly in music, art and, district tuition expenditures have al- With respect to the facilities issue, nication between municipal govern- to the December 7 meeting or mailed sioner of Education’s office may put possibly, physical education, through ready exceeded the $2 million bud- Dr. Choye announced that the com- ment and the public and how the to DECA at Scotch Plains-Fanwood off testing of foreign language profi- a collaborative effort by the respec- geted for the 1999-00 school year. munity survey results would be re- downtown could be enhanced. High School, 667 Westfield Road, ciency among fourth graders until tive teachers. “I am really concerned about the leased at the Thursday, December 9 The original survey captured a first Scotch Plains, 07076. the 2001-2002 school year. As a re- At present, the proposal calls for tuition account,” stated Director of agenda meeting, which will begin at place award for the Scotch Plains- Although several earlier attempts sult, Scotch Plains-Fanwood school instruction of a different language Pupil Services Eleanor Henry. “I am 8 p.m. In the meantime, administra- Fanwood High School Chapter at to form a business and professional administrators and the Board of Edu- (French, German, Italian or Span- more than a little overwhelmed by tors are reviewing the priority items DECA’s annual state competition last association in Fanwood were unsuc- cation will take some time to refine ish) at each of the five elementary the number of three-year olds who and associated costs set forth by The February in Cherry Hill. cessful, Mr. Lamca said he believes the elementary World Languages schools, with Spanish being taught need to go out of district because of Thomas Group in its November 9 Merchants and professionals, as the climate may be right this time. He program under consideration to en- at two schools. While several board serious disabilities.” feasibility study report. The report well as other interested members of remarked that borough officials have sure that the time required to imple- members have repeatedly expressed Once a child who has been identi- provides the district with several op- the community, will have another been more responsive to the idea ment such a program does not detract major reservations about this ap- fied as needing special services turns tions and costs estimates to provide opportunity to network and discuss a than in past years. “They’re frankly from the existing curriculum. proach, the topic was not discussed at three years old, a school district is additional capacity in the district’s plan of action for the association at a willing to do a lot for the business The administration appeared to be any length during the meeting. required to take responsibility for schools to handle an increasing stu- meeting next Tuesday, December 7, district,” he said. favoring introduction of foreign lan- Discussion on the World Language that child’s educational needs, re- dent population. between 7:30 and 9 a.m. In addition, he observed, Fanwood guage in both the second and third program will resume in January. gardless of whether they are met in- During the meeting, board mem- The gathering will take place at A was recently awarded $400,000 in grades beginning in September 2000. In other business, the board dis- district or out-of-district. This re- ber Jean McAllister updated board Tasteful Touch Bistro, 42 South state and county grants to initiate At the November 23 board busi- cussed the rising costs associated with sponsibility usually includes a vari- members and the public on the Martine Avenue in Fanwood. Com- downtown improvements. ness meeting, Superintendent of tuition for special needs’ students ety of support services as well as School-to-Work Initiative aspect of plimentary continental breakfast will “It’s a slow process, we understand be provided. Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye said for- who must be placed out of district. As transportation. The state funds only CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Township Council to Look into Conditions At Scotch Plains Gardens Apartment Complex By FRED ROSSI Brody, told the council he had spo- is currently studying whether to approving a second street designa- Specially Written for The Times ken with the complex’s management establish a dedicated trust fund to tion for Senger Place between East The Scotch Plains Council prom- company, but received little positive be used for open space and parks. Second Street and Front Street. ised to look into conditions at the feedback about his concerns. All municipalities in the county, The two options are to give the Scotch Plains Gardens apartment com- Councilman Tarquin Jay Bromley which is one of five in the state not street a secondary name of either plex after two township homeowners said it was important for the Coun- to have such a trust fund, are being Meyer Boulevard or Meyer Place, in expressed their concerns about the cil and the local residents to con- asked to submit comments on the recognition of the Meyer family’s Front Street property’s condition. tinue communicating with Scotch proposal, under which one-to-three decades of contributions to the Scotch During its regular meeting No- Plains Gardens’ management com- cents per $100 of assessed property Plains Fire Department. vember 23, the council heard the two pany to find solutions to the local value would be earmarked for the Under the proposal currently be- homeowners talk about the uncol- residents’ concerns. fund. ing considered, the official name of lected garbage, abandoned cars and On another matter, the council A recently-appointed county com- the street would remain Senger broken windows and overcrowded authorized the Township Environ- mittee plans to hold public hearings Place. units in some of the buildings they mental Commission to submit a on this topic early next year. Separately, the council congratu- have observed at the complex. $2,500 grant request to the New Jer- The council also gave permission lated Jeffrey Reichman on achieving One homeowner expressed some sey Department of Environmental for downtown businesses to hold side- the rank of Eagle Scouts in the Boy concern about a large amount of roof- Protection. If approved, the town- walk sales on the three weekends Scouts of America. The council also ing repair supplies left on the roofs of ship will match the grant, which will preceding the Christmas holiday. recognized the winners of the down- some of the buildings, which, he be used to assist in an environmental Outdoor sales will be held on the town Halloween Window Painting Suzette F. Stalker for The Times said, could pose a safety threat if the analysis of the land in the Ashbrook weekends of December 4 and 5, 11 Contest. SPECIAL INTRODUCTION…Fanwood’s new Plumbing Inspector/Plumbing materials were to slide off the roof Sub-Code Official, Robert S. Cenar, pictured above, was recently introduced to reservation that is slated to be turned and 12 and 18 and 19. The Township Council’s next meet- the community by Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly and the Borough Council. He and onto the ground. into a park and ballfields. On another matter, the council is ing will be held on Tuesday, Decem- formerly served in the same position in Scotch Plains. One of the homeowners, Harold On a related issue, Union County likely to give further consideration to ber 14. Age is No Factor for This Group Planning Bd. Completing Revisions Of Former Boy Scout Members To Update Fanwood’s Zoning Code By FRED ROSSI ous camps serving the Scouts. recent projects bears out this assess- Specially Written for The Times According to Alan Ebersole, man- ment. By DEBORAH MADISON vances that must be incorporated into to the code are the creation of a Old soldiers may fade away, but ager of the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Once a week, regardless of the Specially Written for The Times the code. Central Commercial Zone 2 and some old Boy Scouts just keep on Recycling Center on North Avenue weather or the time of year, the Flint- The Fanwood Planning Board is The most significant changes to the elimination of the current des- serving. At least that’s what the Flint- and member of the Flintlocks, the locks travel to Boy Scout camps in in the process of revising the the code for homeowners is the elimi- ignated Light Industrial Zone. The locks, a local group made up prima- group was originally organized “to the region to do physical work, which borough’s zoning code. The code nation of the need to make an appli- Central Commercial Zone 2 is de- rily of former Scout members, try to see if we could do something for our includes carpentry, painting, plumb- has not been updated in over 20 cation to the board for certain types fined as a retail zone, but with achieve. camps, because they were suffering ing, digging and other activities. years, according to Planning Board of housing additions. different parking requirements than They’re a group of older men, in from a lack of available people or Lately, the group has been involved member and Borough Councilman According to Mr. Whitaker, if a Central Commercial Zone 1. their 60s, 70s and 80s, who have were unable to hire people because of in making improvements at Camp Joel Whitaker. new addition is constructed along The light industrial zone, which been together for some 12 years and funding problems.” Winnebago in Rockaway, and Camp Mr. Whitaker is also Chairman existing property lines and does not ran along South Avenue from Terrill whose common thread is that they’re The Flintlocks number a few dozen Sabbattis in the Adirondacks in New of the Land Use and Historic Pres- impede any closer to property lines Road to Martine Avenue has been all former Scouts or were involved in retired men from about 12 communi- York State. ervation Committee and the Plan- than what codes allow, then an appli- changed to a general commercial scouting in some way. ties in a handful of New Jersey coun- They built 26 new latrines, 110 ning Board’s liaison to the Bor- cation may no longer be necessary. zone. The revised code will contain The non-profit Flintlocks work ties, primarily Union County. new tent platforms and about 65 pic- ough Council of which he is a mem- “This should eliminate many rou- six zones, which include: a general together to support the Scouts by Mr. Ebersole told The Times the nic tables. The men also designed ber. tine applications that previously had commercial zone, central commer- using money raised at the Recycling group has “accomplished an awful and built a new 28-by-36 foot multi- The reasons for revising the code, to come before the board and be less cial zones 1 and 2, a professional Center to make improvements to vari- lot,” and a look at the list of their purpose building, completed a new according to Councilwoman Karen of a hassle for homeowners,” he zone and residential zones 1 and 2. INDEX rifle range and a 65-foot boat dock, Schurtz include outdated ordi- stated. The two residential zones are and powerwashed and painted a din- nances that are unnecessarily bur- A construction permit will still be differentiated by standard lot sizes: A&E...... Page 19 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 ing hall and repaired the building’s densome to homeowners, as well as required, Mr. Whitaker added. an R75 zone features residential Classifieds..... Page 18 Mountainside Page 3 Social ...... Page 6 roof. architectural and technological ad- The other most significant changes CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 County ...... Page 2 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Happy Hanukkah

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, December 2, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Fanwood Planning Board Gives Approval SCOTCH PLAINS POLICE BLOTTER To Petition to Conduct Home Business TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 27 • A Meadowview Road resident re- • James Gordon, 24, of Newark, By SUZETTE F. STALKER a detached, two-bay garage on his prop- non-conforming residential use to a family home on the property to tenants was arrested and charged with receiv- Specially Written for The Times ported the theft of several blank checks. erty. Mr. Monopoli’s application was conforming commercial use. and use the back portion of the lot to The theft came to light when an area ing stolen property, automobile theft FANWOOD – Just one new appeal approved with the condition that he Mr. Jaxheimer plans to rent a single- park two vehicles for his business. check cashing business became suspi- and hindering his own apprehension. was heard during the November 23 install a storm water detention system cious during a transaction and seized Gordon was found to be in possession regular meeting of the Fanwood Plan- to compensate for the reduced amount the check. It is unknown as to when the of a stolen motor vehicle during a ning Board. The board also memorial- of pervious surface on his lot once the theft occurred. motor vehicle stop on Route 22. The ized five resolutions of cases that were garage is built. Delay on Foreign Language WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 vehicle was stolen on October 29 in decided last month. Borough Engineer Richard Marsden, • A Hunter Avenue resident reported Marlboro Township. Gordon also pro- Following a brief public hearing, who offered the applicant some guide- finding the word “SEAS” spray painted vided a false identity to police at the Claudette Bardwil of 40 Laurel Place lines on storm water management dur- Testing May Change Program in white on her car. time of his arrest resulting in the addi- was granted permission for a home ing the public hearing on his appeal CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 25 tional charge. occupancy to conduct business as a last month, will have to approve what- • A Mountain Avenue resident re- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28 travel agent from her residence. ever option Mr. Monopoli chooses. the state’s Core Curriculum Content stated the organization would bring ported finding pry marks on a rear • A side view mirror was reported Ms. Bardwil said she does all busi- The board approved four bulk vari- Standards. pressure to bear on state legislators to window to the house. Entry was not broken off a vehicle parked on Parkwood ness by telephone, fax machine or e- ances for Stephen and Janet Siegal of While the proposed implementa- act on this issue. gained. Drive. mail and that clients would not be 211 Coriell Avenue, who sought per- tion code for the standards related to In another matter, the board ac- coming to her house. Only a small area mission to construct a deck and an addi- workplace readiness has seen some knowledged the efforts of commu- of her home would be utilized for the tion onto their home for a playroom. revisions and the “most obnoxious nity volunteers and Parent-Teacher FANWOOD business, the applicant confirmed. She In the fourth petition heard last language” has been eliminated, Mrs. Associations who have worked to added that she would mail or person- month, Harsh and Aruna Bhargava of McAllister said she is concerned that wire their elementary school build- POLICE BLOTTER ally deliver materials to clients. 6 Crest Lane were granted bulk vari- the program “is clearly moving for- ings for Internet access. Observing that these types of home ances to create a sun room in their ward” in districts around the state. Those recognized for their “do- WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 South Avenue. No description of the businesses are becoming more com- single-family home and to expand their She said that, although students are nated resources of time, expertise, • A purse snatching was reported at driver was available and no one had mon, Board Chairman Gregory kitchen area and deck. The renova- not mandated to have work experi- and labor” were: Steve Esposito, John a South Avenue supermarket, accord- been apprehended as of press time, Cummings told his colleagues he would tions are expected to boost impervious ence prior to high school graduation, Thompson, Jihjye Twu, Felicia ing to police. The victim said a small authorities confirmed. like to see the process for approving the state standard for work experi- Levine, Suzanne Nagourney, Caren red car, possibly a Toyota, pulled up in MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29 coverage on the property by 5 percent. • such requests speeded up in the future. As a condition of approval, the ence still stands. Goldberg, Nancy Guiffre, Sally front of her in the supermarket parking The owners of a Kempshall Ter- Councilman Joel Whitaker, who couple was asked to channel runoff In her comments, Mrs. McAllister DeVries, Janet Mann, Clarice Howe- lot. An individual, described only as a race residence returned home to find serves as governing body Liaison to water into their backyard until road chastised the New Jersey School Johnson, Lisa McNally, Barbara black male wearing a black coat, then their front door open. Authorities said a the Planning Board, said such matters Boards Association for not acting on Cronenberger-Meyer and Gale partially exited the passenger side of police search revealed that a burglary and storm sewer improvements are had taken place, with a couple of items would likely be addressed under the implemented by the borough next year a resolution passed last May which Miller. the vehicle and took her purse. revised Fanwood Zoning Ordinance. According to police, the suspect then taken, although no one was found in the on nearby Coriell Avenue, which is reentered the car, which fled west on house. The ordinance – roughly 200 pages expected to relieve flooding in back- long – is expected to be introduced by yards on Crest Lane and Carson Street. the council either later this month or in Runoff water from the Bhargavas’ resi- Age is No Factor for Group January. dence may then be directed into the Revamp of Westfield’s All the resolutions memorialized last regular system. week were approved by the board on The final resolution memorialized Of Former Boy Scouts October 27. Tomas Frias of 115 Cray last week confirmed the board’s ap- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 TV-36 Becoming Reality Terrace was awarded a bulk variance proval of a petition by David Jaxheimer They also installed handicap ramps empty cars and carrying various to increase the kitchen area of his single- for mixed residential and commercial By PAUL J. PEYTON be sought for all aspects of the newly to all the buildings to make them recyclables. Along with other volun- Specially Written for The Times family home. He said he intended to use of 38 South Avenue. Mr. Jaxheimer revised station, urged the board to seek compliant with federal regulations. teer organizations, the Flintlocks WESTFIELD – In what is seen as the out Westfield High School students to accomplish this by using a portion of is the contract purchaser of the site. The Flintlocks benefit from the “man the center and make it work,” his existing garage space. The applicant had asked the board to first step in the development of a commu- volunteer their time. Currently, TV-36 is diversity of their membership, Mr. Mr. Ebersole said. nity-wide cable television station in located at the high school and uses stu- Carl Monopoli of 107 Willoughby amend its decision last August that Ebersole said, noting the varied edu- The money the Recycling Center Road received a bulk variance to erect transformed the status of the lot from a Westfield, the Town Council has intro- dents in all aspects of production as part cational, business and income levels raises from selling off the collected duced an ordinance to form a television of their academic studies. of the men. recyclable materials is itself recycled advisory board. In other business, the council unani- “We have people who were scien- back into the volunteer organiza- The 11-member board, which will con- mously approved a resolution to pur- ShopRite Store Discussed tists and we have people who were tions that lend a hand. sist of nine at-large members along with chase 10 “Town of Westfield” entrance plumbers,” he said. This range of Robert Sommerich, President of representatives from the Town Council signs at a total purchase price of $20,737. experience means that “everyone the Recycling Association, calls the and the Board of Education, resulted Seven signs will be located at strategic learns from the others” and “we are group “a great bunch of people who from an ad hoc committee that was cre- borders with surrounding communities. By North Side Residents all able to lean upon one another.” do an enormous amount of good.” ated by Mayor Thomas C. Jardim earlier An additional three signs will be placed this year. in storage. The signs will be purchased By KIM KINTER for a traffic study of the “grid” area Flintlocks won’t let older mem- While still a strictly local organi- Specially Written for The Times bers, who are not as physically ca- zation, Mr. Ebersole told The Times Third Ward Councilman Neil F. from Hastings Designs of Pittstown. bound by Gallows Hill Road and Saint Sullivan, who served as council liaison Michael La Place, Executive Director WESTFIELD – A group of residents Paul Street and North Avenue and East pable as some of the others, rest. he would love to see the Flintlocks Broad Street, which Mr. Albano believes They’re put to work assembling bird- become a national service group. One to the ad hoc committee, referred to the of the Downtown Westfield Corporation, on the north side of Westfield have begun establishment of the TV advisory board said the signs will be placed at the fol- meeting to discuss ways to deal with the will be most affected by increased traffic house and bird feeder kits as well as problem the group constantly fights as the “first step towards ultimately hav- proposed ShopRite grocery store planned due to the proposed store. other novelty items that are then sold is, perhaps obviously, the age factor. lowing locations: Mountain Avenue at for North Avenue in Garwood. The councilman added that he will ing a very robust community television the Mountainside border; one sign each at Scout stores. Mr. Ebersole is looking to recruit within our community.” at the Scotch Plains and Garwood bor- The residents met on November 22 “seriously request that they (Town Coun- Every Saturday, the Flintlocks work cil) move quickly to conduct a study. This new members, and not being a Boy Mr. Sullivan said the town will be ders on both North and South Avenues, with Town Councilman Matthew P. at the North Avenue Recycling Cen- Scout alumnus should not stand in Albano, who represents the Second Ward. is something that we want to stay in front making a “quantum leap” in the way it for a total of four signs; Central Avenue Mr. Albano’s ward is located closest to of.” ter, during its normal operating hours the way of any potential volunteers, communicates with its residents through at the Clark border, and Springfield Av- the proposed store complex. A subcommittee of interested resi- from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., helping to he said. the restructure of the TV-36 operation, enue near the Echo Lake Country Club at The councilman, who organized and dents who attended the meeting is also the town’s local cable television access the Springfield border. planned the meeting, said that about 100 being formed to develop plans and set channel. Mayor Jardim said the new signs will residents filled the Municipal Building’s goals, he said. That subcommittee has Noting that the station, currently known “demonstrate who we are and what we Community Room and that talk centered not yet met. Committee Plans to Launch as TV-36, reaches 80 percent of Westfield are all about well into the next century.” mainly on ways to deal with the traffic Mr. Albano first contacted his con- households, Mr. Sullivan said the coun- The council also re-appointed Town that could be created by construction of stituents in a letter during his recent cil will be “called to the plate next spring Engineer Kenneth B. Marsh for a three- the new store. reelection campaign, in which he re- Fanwood Business Association to put some money behind this (ordi- year term. Mr. Marsh, who also serves as vealed that a Union County Superior Town Attorney William Jeremiah, 2nd, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 nance).” Director of Public Works, has been em- and Anthony J. Scutti, Westfield Police Court decision was handed down in Oc- He noted that this funding will be ployed by the town for six years. Chief, were among those in attendance at tober in favor of construction of the that,” stated Charles Lehmann, a life- residents was one asking what activi- ShopRite on North Avenue in Garwood. long borough resident and former ties individuals would like to see the accomplished by designating all fran- During the public comments seg- the meeting. chise fees received by the town from Councilman Albano said that as a re- Construction of the proposed ShopRite owner of the Corner Store in Fanwood, Fanwood Business and Professional ment of the meeting, North Chestnut sult of the meeting, “at the very least,” he had been in litigation for years when two regarding the effort to get a business Association engage in. Comcast, the town’s cable television pro- Street resident Anthony M. LaPorta is requesting that the Town Council pay residents claimed that Garwood Plan- and professional association off the Responses indicated that residents vider, into the station’s operations. asked the council for its support of ning Board officials had not correctly ground. “Our intention was to show felt the association should participate in The ordinance was introduced at the legislation pending in the state Senate followed procedures and that their deci- something in the works. We’re seeing promotional activities such as a busi- town council’s meeting on November 23. which would enable towns to restrict sion allowing the construction of the it build up.” ness newsletter; joint promotional ef- Under the ordinance, the station will the hours of operation of disposal com- store was invalid. be designated as Westfield Community panies collecting garbage in their com- The two Westfield attorneys repre- Mr. Lehmann added that the DECA forts and community activities; group Television or WCTV. The advisory board munities. senting the residents have until mid- Chapter is “doing a great job” in sup- sales and advertising and sidewalk sales. also will recommend to the council the Assembly Bill No. 1853 is sponsored December to file an appeal of the Supe- porting the FDRC’s campaign to launch For more information on the De- name of a candidate to serve as Director Assemblyman Richard H. Bagger, who rior Court decision in state Appellate the association. cember 7 meeting at A Tasteful Touch, of Operations, a paid position to be cre- served as town mayor in 1991, and has Court. One attorney, William Butler, Among the questions contained in please call Mr. Lehmann at (908) 889- ated by the council. passed the Assembly by a vote of 74-0, said his client still has not made a deci- the DECA survey sent out last year to 6515. Mayor Jardim said a public hearing according to Mr. Laporta. Mr. LaPorta sion about whether to file an appeal, and council adoption vote on the ordi- chaired the council’s Solid Waste Com- while the other, Brian Fahey, did not nance is scheduled for Tuesday, Decem- mittee when he was on council in 1993 return telephone calls. ber 7. and 1994. Mr. Albano said that he wrote in the Planning Bd. Completing letter to his constituents that, essentially, He asked council members to give him The Assembly bill has been assigned he “felt strongly that while we can’t stop the names of individuals who might like to the state Senate’s Community Affairs ShopRite, we can take action to im- to serve on the board. He also invited Committee. Revisions to Zoning Code residents to contact the town of their The legislation follows an ordinance prove” the quality of life and preserve CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 property value in the area around the interests of serving on the board. enacted by the council a number of years store. lots of 7,500 square feet or under, cally pleasing,” Mrs. Schurtz stated. The initial board will consist of three ago that was aimed at restricting hours of He admitted, however, that there were while an R150 zone is for lots larger According to Mr. Whitaker, the members appointed to one-year terms, operation of haulers who were picking up several residents at the meeting who did than 15,000 square feet. board is considering the formation of three members who will be appointed for trash in Westfield during the early morn- question whether there was anything le- All residential neighborhoods fall a sign committee to deal with this a period of two years, and three members ing hours. gal that the town could do to halt the into one of these two categories de- complex issue. There are many as- who will serve for terms of three years The town, however, lost a legal chal- construction of the store. Mr. Jeremiah pending on the predominance of the pects of signage that must be taken each. lenge brought by several of the haulers. told the group that there was nothing that standard lot sizes in that neighbor- into account when devising the stan- The council and school board repre- Mr. Laporta noted that the court ruled the could be done by the town, Mr. Albano hood. Except for the elimination of dards, such as illumination intensity sentatives will be appointed annually. state and not municipalities have juris- said. Darielle Walsh, Board of Education Presi- diction in this issue. David Owens, a Saint Mark’s Avenue routine applications, most of the resi- and appropriate size, officials noted. dential zoning ordinances will re- “A dedicated committee that fo- dent, has said she will appoint herself as While noting most haulers who oper- resident who attended the meeting, told the board’s representative on the advi- ate in Westfield are now collecting at Mr. Albano he believed there may be main the same. A preponderance of cuses exclusively on sign applica- the code is mandated by the state and tions is something that other towns sory panel. later hours, Mr. Laporta said passage of some legal recourse and that he was Once formed, the new board will ap- the legislation by the Assembly “is a planning to investigate the matter. cannot be modified. are doing and is something that we Contacted at home by The Westfield point a Chairman and Vice Chairman. positive move and I hope you (the coun- One of the major issues being re- will be considering in the near fu- The board will have the authority to form cil) can all support it.” Leader, Mr. Owens said, “Ideally, we viewed by the board is business ture,” Mr. Whitaker stated. would like to not have it (the store) at standing committees, the members of Mayor Jardim responded that he be- signage. According to Mrs. Schurtz, The next step in the revision pro- which will be appointed by the board’s lieves the legislation is “worth support- all.” But, he acknowledged, the group cess is a review of the final draft by was at the very early stages of develop- the state’s Beneficial Use Law man- chairman. ing.” ment and it was unclear what exactly its dates that a town cannot prohibit the borough’s attorney, Dennis Estis. According to the ordinance, the board’s Third Ward Councilman John J. goals would be. something that is deemed to be of a Then, the final draft will go to the purpose will be to recommend to the Walsh, who ran on the Democratic ticket Mr. Owens, however, said he is plan- beneficial use to a great number of Borough Council for action. council policies that will insure the sta- headed by Mr. Laporta, the mayoral ning to contact Al Norman, a Massachu- people, such as a cellular telephone “Because the draft must be intro- tion “is used in the best possible manner candidate, in 1994, said residents were setts resident who operates the organiza- tower or a business sign. duced and adopted in the same year, to serve the needs of the community with “constantly complaining” to him about tion Sprawl-Busters and has been suc- The borough can, however, dic- it will most likely not be done until programs which would cover community early morning pickups during his coun- cessful in fighting the construction of tate the conditions of where that after the new year,” Mr. Whitaker events, cultural and athletic events, and cil campaigns. such large stores as Wal-Mart and Home tower will be located and set the stated. “A more detailed list of the other programs which would be of inter- On another matter, John Cannizzaro of Depot in various municipalities through- standards for signage, Mrs. Schurtz specific changes will be published at est to the community.” Fourth Avenue commented on a recent out the country. The board would also create and es- meeting, hosted by Second Ward Coun- A Web site, www.sprawl-busters.com, explained. that time.” “It is the job of the board to find a tablish a system to place emergency an- cilman Matthew P. Albano. The meeting contains information about the organiza- nouncements on the station. The board was held in the aftermath of the recent tion. Mr. Owens has referred the resi- balance between what is commer- cially lucrative and what is aestheti- will plan promotional activities for the court victory by Village Super Markets to dents to it for information. WCTV as well as apply and receive build a ShopRite Supermarket on the Fanwood grants and donations to support the sta- Westfield border in Garwood. tion. Mr. Cannizzaro asked the council to TV-35 Schedule The board would be responsible for consider a legal challenge of the recent Friday, Dec. 3, 8:00 P.M. producing local programming on a regu- Superior Court decision that found the 381 Park Avenue Millennium Clock Dedication lar basis, to review program proposals Garwood Planning Board’s 1995 approval Maria’s and tapes submitted for broadcast and of the ShopRite store was correct. Scotch Plains Friday, Dec. 3, 9:00 P.M. Freeholders’ Forum decide whether or not they should be Mr. Cannizzaro also asked the council (908) 322-2322 aired. to give their support to Assembly Bill Scotch Plains Best Kept Secret ! Sunday, Dec. 5, 8:00 P.M. The board would set quality control No. 301 which addresses proposed de- Pizza Days Autumn in Fanwood guidelines for programming. velopments that may impact surrounding LargeSun-Wed Cheese Pie Third Ward Councilman John J. Walsh communities. Sunday, Dec. 5, 9:00 P.M. The legislation, introduced by As- Let Us Cater Your Cultural Arts Festival said approval of the ordinance will “open $6.95* a number of possibilities for the town” of semblyman Bagger in January 1998, Tuesday, Dec. 7, 8:00 P.M. an otherwise “underutilized” local cable would establish cross acceptance of Holiday Parties!! Veteran’s Day Ceremony TV access channel. master plans by bordering communi- He said the establishment of the TV ties. The bill also would setup a review • Daily Blackboard Specials Tuesday, Dec. 7, 9:00 P.M. advisory board will help in the creation of major applications in bordering towns 50th Anniversary of Lions\ • All Homemade Pastas, Ravoilies, Lasagna of programming that enhance “a robust which may be impacted by them in Club and Lions Club of public faith” while increasing the terms of increased traffic and other en- Lunch & Dinner Specials • Open Sundays 4-9 Thursday, Dec. 9, 8:00 P.M. broadcast of local entertainment programs vironmental concerns. *Plus Tax Take-Out Only LIVE Broadcast Fanwood offered in the town. The legislation is currently sitting in Council Meeting First Ward Councilman Gregory S. the Assembly Government and Housing McDermott, noting that volunteers will Committee. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, December 2, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION All State School Districts Would be Eligible Westfield Woman is Suspected For Loans Under Proposed Legislation TRENTON – Bipartisan legislation Gormley (R-2nd) and John Lynch (D- and renovation, which is to win voter Of Slaying Spouse on Thanksgiving was introduced in the state Senate on 17th). approval for new borrowing. November 15 that establishes a guar- The program is a response to the Local school districts would be re- anteed financing and construction pro- 1998 Supreme Court ruling that or- quired to win voter approval of its By SUZETTE F. STALKER Examiner’s report found that the vic- anything connected with the crime gram for every school district in the dered the state to subsidize facilities’ local share of construction costs ser- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tim died of “multiple blows to the as of Tuesday. state. improvements in the state’s poorest vice prior to receiving the state debt WESTFIELD – A Westfield head, trunk and limbs and also stran- The Pennsylvania detective said “We have created a program that school districts, the so-called Abbott service aid. woman was arrested at an Atlantic gulation.” He added that authorities Westfield authorities offered “a great will provide an opportunity for every districts. The Senate bill, dubbed the The revolving loan fund would pro- City casino last Saturday and charged were still attempting to identify the deal of cooperation” in the case and school district in the state to receive “Educational Facilities Construction vide non-Abbott districts with up to with having bludgeoned and murder weapon used. were instrumental in the swift arrest financial support to build new schools and Financing Act,” provides a com- $200 million per year for a total of five strangled her husband to death He noted that a neighbor heard an of a suspect in the crime. where needed, rehabilitate aging fa- prehensive loan and funding program years. Loan repayments would be rolled Thanksgiving morning at their resi- argument coming from the apart- According to Sergeant Compton, cilities and expand overcrowded build- not only for the 30 districts included in over for additional loans following the dence in Upper Darby Township, Pa. ment at about 5 a.m. Thanksgiving Vo used several aliases, including ings,” said Senate President Donald T. the court order, but also for all of the initial five-year period. Kim Vo, 45, is suspected of having morning, during which the victim Kim Qui Vo, Kim Paster, Maria Lewis DiFrancesco of Scotch Plains, who other districts throughout the state. The bill also directs the New Jersey killed Michael Coll, 67, in the one- was heard yelling “what are you do- and Maria Louis. He said tax records announced the program. Under terms of the program, the Educational Facilities Authority to as- bedroom apartment they shared. ing?” and “why are you doing that?” show Vo had owned the home on “For the first time ever, the state will state will finance 100 percent of the sist districts with borrowing to meet Detective Sergeant Robert Compton The dispute was followed by the sound Florence Avenue since 1989, but that provide financial support for school cost of school construction in the the local share of project costs and for of the Westfield Police Department’s of a thump, Sergeant Rhoades said. Mr. Coll did not live there. The construction and rehabilitation in all Abbott school districts, which will be refinancing existing school facility Detective Bureau said Tuesday that Police in Upper Darby were alerted Westfield Tax Assessor’s office con- 618 districts, including suburban dis- required to have the New Jersey Build- debt. Pennsylvania authorities informed to the situation after a friend of the firmed that Vo also owns a house on tricts which never before had help from ing Authority supervise construction In addition, the legislation provides Westfield police that the victim and victim reported that Mr. Coll failed Cacciola Place in Westfield, which Trenton,” he added. projects. for Community Development School Vo were married two months ago. to show up for Thanksgiving dinner she rents out to tenants. Under terms of the proposal, even Districts with a state aid percentage Projects, a program announced earlier Mr. Coll’s body was discovered by at the friend’s home, Sergeant Vo waived extradition to Pennsyl- districts that are ineligible for core of less than 50 percent have the option this month by Senators DiFrancesco, Pennsylvania police last Friday Compton acknowledged. vania following a November 30 hear- curriculum aid would be in line for of using the state Building Authority Gormley and Lynch. wrapped in bed linens and concealed Westfield police assisted Pennsyl- ing in Atlantic County Superior Court debt service aid for building and reha- or building the project themselves. That program requires school dis- in a bedroom closet in the blood- vania authorities with obtaining and in Mays Landing, said Janet Niedosik, bilitating schools. Additionally, the Debt service aid will be in proportion tricts in New Jersey’s urban centers to spattered apartment, Detective Ser- executing a search warrant last Sat- a spokeswoman for the Atlantic program guarantees a fixed rate of to the amount of aid the district re- coordinate new school building geant George Rhoades of the Upper urday at Vo’s home on Florence Av- County Prosecutor’s Office, yester- debt service aid that will not be tied to ceives at the time the construction projects with other community rede- Darby Township Police Department enue in Westfield, according to Ex- day morning. She is expected to be annual fluctuations in the state aid for- project is approved or a minimum of velopment initiatives in a comprehen- said. Upper Darby is located in Dela- ecutive Assistant Union County Pros- transported to Pennsylvania within mula. The program also offers a $1 10 percent. sive effort to promote revitalization of ware County, which is just outside ecutor Robert O’Leary. the next several days. billion revolving loan fund. The new legislation would not alter the state’s older downtown areas and West Philadelphia. Sergeant Compton confirmed In September, Vo was arrested in The Senate legislation, S-15, is be- the route that school districts must take neighborhoods, Senator DiFrancesco According to Sergeant Rhoades, Tuesday that the search uncovered Newark and charged with a series of ing sponsored by Senators William to issue debt for school construction said. the Delaware County Medical several pieces of evidence linking Vo thefts by fraudulently using the ac- to the crime, including bloody den- count number of Celebrations, a tures and clothing belonging to the Westfield business where she worked. Your First Night Button Admits You To All These Sites! victim, as well as a recent bank re- In July, Vo put the store’s bank ceipt for $36,000. Mr. Coll report- account number on her personal edly received the money after selling checks and cashed four checks in TTHE CCELEBRATION BBEGINS AAT 7:007:00 P..M.. his interest in a Pennsylvania radio Atlantic City in the amounts of TTHE CCELEBRATION BBEGINS AAT 7:007:00 P..M.. station, Sergeant Rhoades said. $2,351, $2,000, $1,725 and $500, Authorities discovered that Vo took Sergeant Compton confirmed on 7 15 30 45 8 15 30 45 9 15 30 45 10 15 30 45 11 15 30 45 a taxi from Westfield to Clark at noon Tuesday. Food Ser vice – Pro vided by T he Gir l Scouts – Av ailab le at The Armory last Friday and traveled from there to Mr. O’ Leary said Vo pleaded guilty Atlantic City. She was arrested by in Superior Court on November 18 to 1.Armory Vidbel’s Circus Vidbel’s Circus Vidbel’s Circus H New Jersey State Police at Caesar’s one count of theft by deception, a casino without incident the follow- third degree crime. She is scheduled 2.Westfield High Madcap Mutts Madcap Mutts Madcap Mutts ing day. to be sentenced on Friday, January Auditorium A Sergeant Compton said that while 28, and faces 90 days in jail plus detectives had found evidence that required restitution to the store. Noisemakers & Hat Making • Arnie’s Fantasy Balloon Sculptures • Millennium Scrapbook • Mural Cafeteria A the suspect “had done a lot of gam- Westfield police said Vo had also P bling,” it was unknown whether or been charged in April with driving The Mythmakers Joe Fischer The Mythmakers Joe Fischer The Mythmakers Cafeteria B not a gambling habit had played a with a revoked license. A municipal P role in the murder. court warrant was issued after she Bob Conrad Quinntales Bob Conrad Quinntales Bob Conrad Vo has been charged with murder, failed to pay the summons. Choir Room Children’s Stories Love Stories manslaughter, aggravated and simple Patchwork Y 3.Holy Trinity School Patchwork Wink The Broadway Wink The Patchwork Wink The Broadway assault, recklessly endangering an- Puppet Clown Dance Review Clown Puppet Clown Dance Review Auditorium Theatre Theatre other person, robbery, theft, receiv- Recycling Center ing stolen property, possessing in- Fiddlestix Candy Nelson Candy Nelson Giant Musical Chairs To be Closed During Twister struments of crime and tampering or Cafeteria fabricating evidence, Sergeant Upcoming Holidays 4.Westfield Fire House Gather For N Rhoades confirmed. 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For more information – 908-518-2983 • www.westfieldnj.com/firstnight CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 3 Type ‘A’ Light Design David, Marilyn Hart To Grace Westfield Receive Civic Award By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL met her future husband while both By PAUL J. PEYTON Mr. La Place said the new fixtures Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times will sit atop black poles that are 12 were members of the Catholic Youth WESTFIELD – The Westfield busi- feet in height. They will replace the MOUNTAINSIDE – The presen- Organization at St. James Roman ness district will not only soon be current lighting fixtures that stand tation of the local Mabel Young Good Catholic Church in Springfield. The getting brighter, but 25 feet off the Neighbor Award opened the couple was married in 1951. receiving a facelift as ground. The new Mountainside Council meeting on David Hart was born in Spring- well. light poles will be November 23. field and earned his undergraduate Two new lighting placed 80 feet This year’s civic award went to degree, as well as his master’s degree designs, appropri- apart. long-time Mountainside residents in Education, at Montclair State ately labeled “A” and “We didn’t want David and Dr. Marilyn Hart. University, Mr. Biunno noted. “B” were displayed a mish-mash with The award was presented by Bill Mr. Hart then taught in the for two weeks at the the old and the new Biunno, who represented the Mabel Westfield school system. After he left intersection of Elm (lighting fix- Young selection committee. Westfield, his wife and son, Dr. D. and East Broad tures),” Mr. The annual Mabel Young Good Michael Hart, established a scholar- Streets. The LaPlace stated. Neighbor Award was started 17 years ship honoring the educator, which is Westfield Downtown In order to ac- ago to honor Mabel Young of awarded to graduating WHS seniors Mountainside, a long-time teacher Corporation has de- commodate the Gail Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times interested in the environment. termined that model hanging of ban- SOUTH SIDE HOUSE FIRE…A fire Tuesday afternoon in a second-floor and community activist. Ms. Young Mr. Hart was Principal of the “A” is the clear win- ners and holiday bedroom of a split-level Windsor Avenue home was extinguished within 10 retired to Florida about 10 years ago, Deerfield School in Mountainside ner, based on opin- season decora- minutes by the Westfield Fire Department. Two people inside the home escaped where she later died. for two years before beginning a 27- ions submitted via tions, two orna- with minor burns to their hands when they initially tried to put out the blaze. The purpose of the annual award is year career as a middle school Prin- telephone and e-mail mental style poles to “salute a member or members of cipal at Brewer and Carl H. Kumpf from more than 50 free of light fix- our community who have made out- Schools in Clark, Mr. Biunno said. people. tures will be placed standing contributions for the better- He retired in 1989. Model “A” was fa- per block in the House Fire on Windsor ment and welfare of Mountainside,” Dr. Hart earned her bachelor’s de- vored by a margin of downtown be- Mr. Biunno said. gree at Seton Hall University. She 2 to 1 as the new light- tween the new “Tonight, the recipients of the later obtained her master’s degree in ing design for the lighting fixtures. Injures Two Residents Mabel Young Award for 1999 follow educational psychology and a doc- downtown, accord- The new light- in the tradition of Mountainsiders torate in urban anthropology. She By KIM KINTER Squad treated the two at the scene caring for Mountainsiders,” he said. was then hired by Kean University as ing to Michael La ing fixtures will be Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Place, DWC Execu- owned and main- and they did not require hospitaliza- “People who have given their time a professor. tive Director. tained by Public WESTFIELD – Two people es- tion. and talents and love in unassuming Mr. Biunno noted that Dr. Hart He noted that the Service Electric caped with minor injuries after a fire The Windsor Avenue home is un- ways, seeking no acclaim or recogni- served on the Board of Education for DWC envisions that and Gas Company broke out in the second story of a inhabitable, however, and the tion, but always giving and being the now-defunct Union County Re- 200 or more of the (PSE&G) and Windsor Avenue residence Tuesday Westfield Chapter of the American their brother’s keeper.” gional High School district from 1976 type “A” street lamps leased to the town, afternoon. Red Cross helped the two to find Dr. Hart, born Marilyn McGuire, to 1979 and that her husband served Westfield Deputy Fire Chief will grace the busi- as is currently the temporary shelter. Both will continue was raised in Mountainside. Mr. on that board from 1980 to 1982. He ness district over the case with the ex- Raymond Luck said that the fire be- Biunno noted that she started volun- also stated that Dr. Hart served on the Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader gan about 4 p.m. in a second-floor to be housed temporarily until they course of the next and The Times isting lighting. teering at a young age as a bandage Mountainside Borough Council from bedroom of the split-level home on can make permanent living arrange- wrapper for the USO during World three to four years, Mr. La Place said. Mr. La Place said the lights will be ments. 1979 to 1991, while Mr. Hart served The four corners at East Broad and added as the town receives outside the south side of Westfield. War II. She then served as a volun- as a Mountainside councilman from It was contained by the fire depart- Deputy Chief Luck said that the teer at Lyons Veterans Hospital. 1993 to 1998, including one year as Elm Streets will be the first area to grant money. cause of the fire is undetermined at ment within 10 minutes, he said, but According to Mr. Biunno, Dr. Hart CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 feature the globes. Town Administrator Edward A. this time, although it may be electri- The area, referred to as Bank Gottko said only the demonstration the second floor suffered extensive heat and smoke damage. cal in nature and is not suspicious. Square on the Downtown Plan devel- lights have been budgeted for to date. He said that the investigation is con- oped by the DWC, will feature double Mr. La Place noted that lighting for Roger Gaiter, 77, the owner of the home, and Rita Short, 45, a relative tinuing. globes while single globes will be some additional locations has been Two Westfield Fire Department installed in the rest of the downtown. funded. of Mr. Gaiter, suffered minor burns on their hands after they initially engines and one ladder truck were tried to extinguish the blaze them- called to the scene and firefighters selves, he said. required no assistance from neigh- Raritan Line Commission The Westfield Volunteer Rescue boring municipalities. To Meet Thursday, Dec. 9 Please Support Our Advertisers... WESTFIELD – The Raritan Valley Line Commuter Commission They Support Your Community (RVLCC) will hold its quarterly meeting on Thursday, December 9, at 7:30 Westfield Gift Coin p.m. in Town Hall in the Administrator’s Conference Room. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader THE TIMES HUNG UP!! of Scotch Plains – Fanwood — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— Wife Needs Help Dealith With The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood Husband’s Early Mid-Life Crisis and the County of Union and the Township of Scotch Plains Member of: Member of: By Milt Faith, Executive Director New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association Youth and Family Counseling Service National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association GROTESQUE Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Sometimes it is necessary to dig Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey A concerned wife writes: I am a Appreciate who you are, happily married 45-year-old woman Be nice to everybody, deeply for the origins of certain words. P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue who is living with a 46-year-old suc- Choose your own road, The history of grotesque, which cur- Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 cessful man. “John” built up a dying Dodge negativity, rently means “outlandish or bizarre,” Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 business that he inherited from his fa- Envision your destination, provides a good example of this type POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at ther and is a wonderful father and hus- Flaunt your fabulousness, of word excavation. Grotesque, in Go where your heart leads, P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 band. Lately, he has withdrawn from fact, came from a 16th century ar- some of our friends and questions if he Have faith, chaeological dig that occurred at the PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. has contributed much in his life. He Investigate life’s twists and turns, ancient Baths of Titus, the ruins of seems to be in an early mid-life crisis; Jump!, which can still be seen today in Rome. Horace R. Corbin Gail S. Corbin Paul J. Peyton he is not depressed, but is seeking some Keep on keepin’ on, What impressed the public of the PUBLISHER GENERAL MANAGER MANAGING EDITOR Laugh lots, understanding about the meaning of period when this discovery took place Suzette F. Stalker Michelle H. LePoidevin David B. Corbin life and our roles in it. Aside from Make friends, Never litter, was the fantastic art on the walls of ASSISTANT EDITOR ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT SPORTS therapy and/or medication, is there any the old bath ruins. These drawings advice you would recommend? Observe the scenery, Joanna B. Marsh Karen M. Hinds Play often, depicted the heads of beasts on the MARKETING DIRECTOR OFFICE MANAGER Answer: Some individuals seem to be feeling a mid-life crisis at earlier Quit worrying, bodies of men. They were centaurs, SUBSCRIPTION PRICE ages. It does not necessarily mean that Relax, satyrs, tritons and so on. The pictures One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 the person is severely depressed; ques- Stop and smell the flowers, were first called pittura grottesca, tions of “what have I accomplished, Take it one step at a time, meaning “cave picture.” and with whom,” come to the fore. Unload your excess baggage, The comic and bizarre cave pic- Some question their sense of value, Venture into the unknown, tures found in these “digs” resulted Fanwood Business Association Would Play adequacy and significance. If therapy Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes, in the English version, grotesque, and/or medication are not being con- X-pect the best, via the French, who added their dis- sidered, it would be helpful to support Yield to fun, tinctive -esque (like) ending. Do you Vital Role in Strengthening Downtown Zone out occasionally – it’s good for John to focus on several specific areas: you! dig it? 1) Concentrate on your friends with Along with its school system and municipal ser- attempts to form a business association in Fanwood whom you are involved and who mean vices, a strong business district is what shapes the did not pan out. a lot to you and vice versa. 2) Think of backbone of a community and attracts people to live, Last month, an organizational meeting dealing with the movie, It’s a Wonderful Life and work and shop within its borders. It forms the heart- the formation of the association was held at The consider what would not be if you did David, Marilyn Hart Receive not exist. You will see that you do make beat of a town, brings people together and helps give Chelsea in Fanwood, and next Tuesday, December 7, a difference. 3) Evaluate how you can a municipality its flavor and uniqueness. a second meeting is planned at A Tasteful Touch Bistro make the future exciting and meaning- Mountainside Civic Award Fanwood, a borough measuring just 1.3 square on Martine Avenue in Fanwood from 7 to 9:30 a.m. ful. Appreciate what you have and set CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 miles, is making a substantial and diversified effort to All businesses in the borough are invited to send a goals that will elicit positive motiva- Council President. In addition to their children, the tions. This could include efforts to help Mr. Biunno added that while serv- Harts also have six grandchildren, bolster its downtown through infrastructure and aes- representative to this meeting, where participants will others, volunteer time, build on your thetic improvements, events such as the annual “Fanny not only have an opportunity to network but also relationships with family and friends ing in these positions, the Harts were Mr. Biunno observed. and recognize your individuality and also involved in many other commu- In thanking the committee for the Wood” Day festival and development of a business share mutual concerns that will hopefully form the nity activities, especially with their award and addressing borough resi- and professional association. cornerstone of the association. Attendees are invited the individuality of each of us. Twenty years ago I met with col- three children. Mr. Hart was a Scout- dents, Dr. Hart stated that, “Mabel In attempting to get the association off the ground, to submit membership applications and dues at this leagues (over lunch, of course) to dis- master for Troop No. 78 for four Young set the pace for being a good the Fanwood Downtown Revitalization Committee is time. cuss the meaning of life. Twenty years years, while also volunteering for Little neighbor in our borough. We have a following in the footsteps of merchants in Scotch We urge all members of the downtown community later, I confess I don’t know the answer, League and being a member of the small town atmosphere here and to support and nurture the formation of a business and but I do take pride that my work has Mountainside Music Association. having that prevail is a credit to our Plains, who five years ago launched their own busi- made a difference to others. Each of us Dr. Hart was a Cub Scout den community.” ness and professional group to represent the interests professional association in Fanwood. The borough is must come to grips with his/her own mother, manager of the girls softball Mr. Hart added, “I love living in of the downtown. home to many dedicated business people who have sense of value and each of us does have program in Mountainside, a member Mountainside. I have raised three Begun with just a handful of business people, the invested much in the community and are eager to see value! of the Parent Teacher Association, a children here and they have always Scotch Plains association now boasts approximately the downtown grow and prosper in the next millen- A caring daughter writes: I am Girl Scout leader, a substitute teacher been treated royally by our commu- concerned about my mother. She has and Chairwoman for the March of nity. It has been fun working for the 200 members and has become a guiding force in the nium. been divorced for many years, but has Dimes for one year. benefit of Mountainside.” community. An association can strengthen the fabric of the dated a lot of men. I don’t feel that they The association sponsors special events in the business community and give it a unified voice when treat her right. I am 16-years-old and Mom and I live together; she works as Tree Lighting and Town Decorating downtown throughout the year, such as a Classic Car presenting problems or concerns before the govern- a nurse and frequently meets men where Show and the Scotch Plains Day/StreetFest celebra- ing body. An association can also help members she works or at dances. I am not jeal- Planned Throughout the Area tion; operates a scholarship fund and a township realize common goals and enhance the commercial ous, but she seems to always get in- Thursday, December 2, at 6:30 p.m. – MRNJ- Open MRI of Westfield beautification program, publishes a monthly newslet- district’s ties to the rest of the community. volved with guys who tell her what to will sponsor its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in front of their office on ter and contributes funds and volunteer time to vari- We additionally encourage business and profes- do and then become angry if she doesn’t the corner of South and Central Avenues. The ceremony will include listen. She used to have a drinking caroling and a visit with Santa Claus and former New York Giants Super ous organizations. sionals not to lose enthusiasm for the project if things problem, but has been sober for three years. Some of the men bring beer or Bowl Hero and Senior Vice President of Paine Webber. Although the idea of an association has generated do not progress as swiftly as they anticipated, or if the Friday, December 3, at 6:30 p.m. – The Union County Board of interest among members of Fanwood’s business com- association’s agenda fluctuates along the way. Any liquor home and tell her “It’s okay. You can handle the liquor.” They always Chosen Freeholders will host the county’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting munity, FDRC representatives have admitted that it fledgling organization goes through growing pains, criticize her clothing or hair, and if they Ceremony and Charity Drive at the Watchung Stable in Mountainside. will take time to see the project come to fruition. Word and the inevitable kinks will have to be ironed out. see a movie and she disagrees with her The event will include a visit with Santa Claus. Participants are asked to needs to get out. A plan of action and concrete goals However, we need only look to the Scotch Plains date’s feelings about it, he says “You bring an item of canned or dried food or an unwrapped toy for the drive. Business and Professional Association to see how don’t know what you are talking about.” Sunday, December 5, from 2 to 5 p.m. – The Fanwood Cultural Arts need to be set. In addition, some businesses may view She had a bad life growing up with my Committee and its Winter Decorating Committee will conduct a family the concept with a skeptical eye, since several earlier successful such an endeavor can be. grandfather, who was always criticiz- winter celebration to decorate the downtown. Fanwood Mayor Maryanne ing the children to do well – and then it S. Connelly will light the Christmas tree. Reindeer rides and photos with Deadlines was never good enough. Santa Claus will be included. General News - Friday 4pm Is there anything I can do to help her? December 5 from noon to 5 p.m. – “Old Fashioned Holiday Fun” will Letters to the Editor Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm I love her but a I am afraid she is going be held in Scotch Plains Towne Centre. The event will feature horse- Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm to get into a nasty situation, which will drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, pony rides, tree lighting, a visit harm her. with Santa Claus and caroling. How To Reach Us Answer: I hope your mom realizes Article on Aircraft Noise Successful E-Mail - [email protected] what a loving daughter she has. An Phone - (908) 232-4407 individual who grows up with a parent In Handling Complex Subject Matter Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 (or parents) who is critical, judgmental Donald Bishop Advances and controlling, one who communi- The November 25 article “Commu- cent by the year 2000. PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 nity-Based Citizens Groups Band To- • Support for Ocean Routing covers In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield cates to the child that it is “never good gether to Address Increasing Aircraft the depth and breadth of our elected 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains enough”, which means the child is in- To Senior Foreign Service Noise Concerns” by Deborah Madison officials: Congressional, state, and adequate or a failure, needs to resolve Submittal Formats her feelings of poor self-image if she is SCOTCH PLAINS – Donald M. section manages the embassy’s infor- in The Westfield Leader and The Times county representatives, the Governor and Bishop, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert mation, cultural and educational ex- of Scotch Plains-Fanwood provided ex- our town council. Photos - B/W and Color to establish a healthy feeling about her- No Panoramic or Polaroid Bishop of Scotch Plains, has been ad- change programs. cellent coverage of a complex issue. The • The use of safe, economical, clean self and have fulfilling, loving relation- vanced to the Senior Foreign Service of After joining the Foreign Service in author objectively and comprehensively high-speed rail transportation, as an avia- Typed, not handwritten ships with others. If not, the person Upper and lower case the United States in the grade of Coun- 1979, Mr. Bishop served in Hong Kong, presented many facets of the subject. tion alternative, is gaining widespread grows up with emotions of guilt and selor. Need name & daytime phone Korea, and Taiwan. In 1991, he was a For more than a decade, aviation pol- support. self-criticism and chooses (very often) Following the recommendation of the foreign affairs Congressional Fellow on lution (noise, air, and water) has driven The article was very successful in For our complete editorial policies “significant others” who play into their Foreign Service promotion panel, Presi- the staff of Congressman Chris Smith of public policy; for example: putting this history into perspective. request a copy of our Policy Guide problems — they reaffirm these inad- dent Clinton has sent his name to the New Jersey, before directing the train- • President Bill Clinton has directed Frederick Obrock equacy feelings by criticizing and at- Senate for confirmation. ing program for new Foreign Service the Secretary of Transportation to re- Scotch Plains tacking (emotionally and/or physically). Members of the Senior Foreign Ser- officers of the United States Informa- duce aviation noise pollution by 80 per- In all probability, your mother’s unre- vice (SFS) are the senior foreign affairs tion Agency in Washington. Boys Soccer Director solved difficulties with your grandfa- executives in the Department of State, He was Country Public Affairs Of- Mr. Ratner Expands His Accusations, ther has resulted in adult situations of the United States Information Agency ficer in Dhaka, Bangladesh, prior to the Thanks Coaches men who carry on her father’s message and other agencies. assignment to China. The main objective of Westfield’s - that she has done something wrong The SFS is equivalent to the Senior A 1963 graduate of Scotch Plains- Charges GOP of ‘Conspiracy Fantasy’ sports programs is to help shape each and needs to be reprimanded and treated Executive Service and flag rank in the Fanwood High School, Mr. Bishop When I originally reported my obser- any conscious role in this electoral child’s skills, develop a sense of good like a bad girl. armed forces. holds degrees from Trinity College and vations of Westfield Fourth Ward poll- farce.” sportsmanship, guide children to- Please show your mother this col- Mr. Bishop is Deputy Public Affairs Ohio State University. As an Air Force ing place irregularities to the Union Thus, while I did not vote for his wards playing as a team and, most umn. I encourage her to call me or Officer at the American Embassy in officer, he served in Vietnam and Ko- County Board of Elections, I was fully party’s candidate, my concern had ab- another mental health clinician to seek Beijing, China. The press and culture rea. He and his wife, Jemma, have three assuredly, to have fun. sons. aware that neither the purported victor solutely nothing to do with the identi- As Director of the Boys Fourth therapy, which will enable her, ulti- of the election nor those who failed to ties or parties of the individual candi- mately, to seek gratifying relationships properly administer it would be particu- dates. Grade League, I was overwhelmed by the enthusiasm of all the coaches with individuals who affirm her. Mairen Priestley Competes larly overjoyed at those revelations. This revelation may come as a rather A follower writes: Indeed, the Board of Elections has, rude shock to Mr. Cochran, but express- and assistant coaches. These gentle- quite predictably, conducted a cursory ing support for free and accurate elec- men spent 10 weekends instilling the You often speak about life being a and hasty “investigation” without ad- tions is not a partisan political act. basics and this year’s play was tre- journey filled with experiences, and we In Scholarship Program dressing the specifics of the serious Rather, it is a declaration of reverence mendous. should try to govern our journey’s path. WESTFIELD – Mairen Priestley, a to the NAASP. charges of electoral misconduct. for a right which is fundamental to I would like to thank the following Could you print your recent com- Westfield High School senior, was nomi- The NAASP will choose 150 PLA While some disappointment at the American democracy. In spinning his ments about the year 2000 and how to nated to compete in the national winners from throughout the country coaches for their hard work and pa- create good vibes, and a good “jour- resulting inconclusive electoral results poisonous little tale, Mr. Cochran has tience – Frank Calvaruso, Jo Principal’s Leadership Award scholar- this spring to receive $1,000 college is only to be expected, I would never not only slandered me, but has defiled ney.” This would be a great gift for your ship program (PLA), sponsored by the scholarships. have even imagined the incredible ve- the memory of every American who Greenaway, Jim Wissel, Paul Clark, readers who continue to read you into National Association of Secondary While at Westfield High School, nality, mystifying stupidity and shock- fought and died to preserve and protect Andy Muldoon and Chris Fitzpatrick. the new millennium. School Principals (NASSP). Mairen has been the Treasurer of the ingly reckless disregard for the truth our precious legacy of electoral free- I’d also like to thank all the assis- Answer: My pleasure and try to be- She was nominated by Westfield High Class of 2000 for four years. She is the evinced by the statements of Robert dom. Mr. Cochran, shame on you! As tant coaches and parents who were come an excellent traveler on the road School Principal Dr. Robert Petix. President of the Investment Club, the Cochran, the local Republican Party Robert N. Welch, special counsel for so supportive of the boys throughout of life. Here is the “ABC’s of Life’s Principals in high schools through- Student Council Treasurer and the Trea- leader. the American military at the 1954 Army- the season. Journey”: out the country could nominate one of surer of the New Jersey Association of If reported accurately, Mr. Cochran McCarthy hearings, stated to another What better way to teach team- their student leaders. Nominees are Student Councils (NJASC). has stated his bizarre theory that my equally-inaccurate Republican politi- work than by the example set forth by selected based on their leadership skills, She is a National Merit Semi-finalist, reporting the election day irregularities cian, “Have you no decency, sir, at long so many. My heartfelt thanks to one participation in service organizations a member of the National Honor Society, to the responsible authorities was actu- last? Have you no decency?” School Closing Info and clubs, achievements in the arts and a Senior Girl Scout and a dispatcher at ally part of a conspiracy which was In conclusion, I call upon Mr. Cochran and all. sciences, employment experience and the Westfield Rescue Squad. Mairen will intended to discredit his party. In fact, if to publicly withdraw his slanderous, Bob Cascone Available at Variety academic record. also represent Westfield High School at this monstrous lie typifies the local Re- imbecilic and unfounded drivel and to Westfield Soccer After being nominated, Mairen filled Presidential Classroom in Washington publican organization, then it is abun- apologize for what I truly hope was not Division 5A Boys Of Area Sources out an application and wrote an accom- D.C. this winter and is the high school’s dantly clear that Mr. Cochran certainly more than a momentary lapse of de- panying essay that Dr. Petix submitted nominee for the U.S. Senate Youth pro- does not require my assistance to bury cency and reason. WESTFIELD – In the event of gram. his party in disgrace and shame. Robert J. Ratner unexpected school closings or de- Let’s set the record straight: Notwith- layed openings in the Westfield Pub- James P. Roughneen Ends standing Mr. Cochran’s fertile imagina- Westfield tion, his conspiracy fantasy is completely lic Schools, information will be avail- unrelated to reality and truth. I reported able through the following sources: the failure of the electoral authorities to New Jersey 101.5 FM, Comcast Cable Pilot Training Program conduct an accurate election because Channel 36, News 12 New Jersey MOUNTAINSIDE – Air Force Cap- gation flying, visual and instrument tran- the grave improprieties and procedural (Channel 42) and www.westfieldnj. tain James P. Roughneen has graduated sition, radar cell forma- aberrations which I observed at the poll- com. from Specialized Undergraduate Pilot tion, and simulated refu- ing place call the accuracy of the elec- Elementary and intermediate Training (SUPT) at Columbus Air Force eling and airdrop mis- toral results into serious question. school students’ homes will be tele- Base, Miss. sions. My correspondence speaks for itself phoned by PTA and PTO parents to The pilots earned silver wings and Captain Roughneen is [I would be pleased to e-mail copies of received an aeronautical rating of pilot the son of Mr. and Mrs. my letters to anyone who contacts me at: advise them of closings or delayed in the Air Force. Martin Roughneen of [email protected]]. While the Re- openings. Parents of Westfield High Each training phase of the 52-week Mountainside. School students may call any of the SUPT program includes extensive hours publican candidate was, perhaps, inad- He graduated in 1988 Captain J. P. vertently benefited by these unfortunate school’s PTO board members. of ground events, flight simulator, fly- from Jon-athan Dayton Roughneen events, my report clearly stated that, “I The Westfield Public Schools will ing, and flight related instruction. Ad- High School, Spring- wish to emphasize that I am not alleging no longer have school closings an- ditional instruction is received on flight field, and received a bachelor’s degree that the ‘victorious’ candidates played nounced on WOR or WJDM radio. formation, navigation, low-level navi- in 1992 from Rutgers University in New Brunswick. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 5 SP Downtown Holiday Event Mayor Jardim to Head League of Municipalities Planned for Sunday, Dec. 5 WESTFIELD – Mayor Thomas C. organization’s purpose is to foster a Jardim of Westfield was elected this dialogue among municipalities in the SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch fessional Association (SPBPA), and past week as President of the Union County of Union for the purpose of Plains will hold its fourth annual its 180 members, have organized the County League of Municipalities sharing ideas and finding ways to “Old Fashioned Holiday Celebra- days events in conjunction with the (UCLOM). Mayor Jardim’s term as provide residents with services in a tion this Sunday, December 5, from Parks & Recreation Commission. president begins on January 1, 2000. more efficient, cost-effective manner. noon to 5 p.m. in downtown Scotch There will be live entertainment, Mayor Jardim stated that his pri- Plains. hay rides, a petting zoo, pony rides, mary goal as President of the League of Municipalities will be to initiate The Scotch Plains Business & Pro- face painting, sidewalk sales and pro- concrete shared service measures motions, the annual tree lighting, the among municipal governments in the Westfield BOE to Take arrival of Santa and more. county. The Historic Osborn Cannonball “The Union County League of Mu- Final Action Tuesday House will be having an open house nicipalities provides a unique forum On Special Ed Policies and all are invited to visit the mu- for elected leaders from all of Union seum where they will be serving food County towns to share their best WESTFIELD – The Westfield SUCCESSFUL DRIVE…Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School DECA stu- and refreshments. dents are shown with some of the food they purchased after a successful practices, initiate cost-saving coop- Board of Education is set to take final This year Resolve Community canister drive for the needy. The students expect to deliver more than 120 erative ventures and speak with one action this Tuesday, December 7, to Counseling Center also will be cel- food baskets, made up of fresh fruits and vegetables, staples items such as voice on issues of mutual concern. update the district’s special educa- rice, flour eggs, bread and a turkey with all the trimmings to needy families “My focus during my tenure as tion policies. ebrating its 25th anniversary with an in the area. The students worked with the Fanwood Presbyterian Church, St. President of UCLOM will be to make The change is part of the overall open house and a craft fair on the Bartholomew’s Roman Catholic Church in Scotch Plains and the Scotch real progress to initiate shared ser- revisions being made to the board’s Village Green next to the Municipal Plains Welfare Department. vices in the areas of municipal court, entire Policies Manual, a document Building. fire services, municipal library and that has not been changed in years, Volunteers from the SPBPA will be other functions of municipal govern- according to school district spokes- dressed in elf outfits to lend to the Free Trolley Rides, Activities Mayor Thomas C. Jardim ment.” woman Lorre Korecky. holiday atmosphere and Mrs. Claus The UCLOM meets once a month The school board approved the will also be in town. The League consists of elected rep- at Union County College in Cranford. The Oratorio Singers of Westfield Offered Downtown This Month resentatives, mostly mayors, of Union Mayor Jardim most recently served revised special education policies, County’s 21 municipalities. The on first reading, on November 9. The and other local choir groups will be WESTFIELD – On Saturdays, The Yuletide Carolers, dressed as Treasurer of the league. special education policies are the performing on the Village Green December 4, 11 and 18, the Down- in “Dickens” attire, will stroll first section of guidelines reviewed throughout the afternoon. town Westfield Corporation (DWC) through downtown Westfield, en- Kiwanis Luminary Sale by the Policies Committee, which is and the Westfield Area Chamber of tertaining shoppers from 11:30 a.m. Horse drawn wagon rides will be to 12:30 p.m. chaired by Board Vice President going around town from 12:30-4:30 Commerce will sponsor free trolley Arlene Gardner. rides for those coming to downtown “Escape,” a women’s barbershop p.m.. Tickets are $2 and children quartet, will sing barbershop har- Begins Saturday, Dec. 4 Other members of the committee Westfield. under 2 ride free. Individuals visiting the downtown mony from 1 to 3 p.m. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch The club uses the proceeds to fund include Michael Kessler, Eileen The Scotch Plains Volunteer Fire On Sunday, December 5, Plains-Fanwood Kiwanis Club’s an- various local charities as well as col- Satkin, Thomas Taylor and alter- can park for free at the South Av- Department will have a fire engine enue train station parking lot and MotoPhoto Portrait Studio at 251 nual luminary sale will get under way lege scholarships for Westfield and nate, Carol Molnar. Other partici- on display and will ride Santa into ride the trolley throughout down- North Avenue also will host its on Saturday, December 4, from 9 a.m. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School pants in the revision of the special town. town Westfield, with trolley stops at annual “Photos with Santa” event to 3 p.m. seniors. education policies were Director of The annual tree lighting will take the Lord & Taylor department store, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Chil- Every year the club sells the minia- The luminary sale will be held at the Student Personnel Services, Dr. Ted ture wax candles in varying quantities, Fanwood Department of Public Works place at 5 p.m., followed by the ar- as well as on East Broad Street and dren will receive a free 5 by 7- Kozlik, and Board of Education Central Avenue. inch photograph with the dona- along with sand paper bags and in- yard, directly across from the Fanwood Policy Committee Administrative rival of Santa. Children from toddler tion of two cans of non-perish- structions on how to create an illumi- Library on North Avenue in Fanwood. through age 7 can visit with Santa at The trolley will run continuously Liaison, David Tuller. from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., so able food for the Westfield Food nated illusion of the “road to Jerusa- Candles can be obtained each Satur- A draft copy of the new policies the Gazebo and will get a treat. Par- riders are advised to look for the Pantry. lem.” day from December 4 through Decem- has been placed in each school office, ents may take photos. “Trolley Stop” signs posted in the Also available downtown for sale Quantities are sold in increments of ber 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addi- the administration building and the Information on Sunday’s event can downtown. throughout the month of December five candles, starting with as few as 10 tion, the facility will be open from 1 to Westfield Memorial Library for in- be obtained from the Recreation De- “The trolley rides will offer cus- is the Westfield Gift Coin, a and going up to several hundred in the 3 p.m. on Friday, December 24. partment at (908) 322-6700, Exten- tomers and employees a convenient Westfield gift certificate, valued at case of neighborhood committees and For further information, please call terested citizens to review. Before churches. (908) 322-4138. voting on the policies, the public will sion Nos. 220 and 221 or from SPBPA place to park, at the South Avenue $25, and redeemable at over 60 lo- have a chance for input. Chairwoman Vi Brown, of Realty lot, and allow them to easily go from cations. Questions should be directed to World PAR Agency, at (908) 322- South Avenue to the north side of It comes packaged in a gold box with a card listing participating busi- Mr. Tuller at (908) 789-4428. 4700. downtown and back,” said Dave Sutter, Downtown Westfield Pro- nesses where the coin can be re- motions Chairman and owner of deemed. Lancaster, Ltd. in downtown The Gift Coin may be purchased Volunteers Sought to Work Westfield. at Scott Shoes, Backroom Antiques, Entertainment is also on the Summit Bank, The Westfield Leader On Reservation Trails schedule for downtown Westfield and the DWC/Chamber office at over the next three Saturdays. 105 Elm Street. MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union Hurricane Floyd this past summer The Watson Highlanders Pipe For further information, please County Division of Parks and Recre- and are in need of immediate atten- Band will play traditional festive call the DWC office at (908) 789- ation will sponsor a “Trail Work tion. music on bagpipes from 11 a.m. to 2 9444 or the Chamber at (908) 233- Day.” on Saturday, December 4, from Participants should wear sturdy p.m. throughout the town. 3021. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. hiking shoes or sneakers and bring Volunteers will work to restore a lunch and a shovel and/or rake, if section of the Orange Trail and por- possible. Some tools, snacks and bev- tions of a bridle trail in the 2,000- erages will be provided. All acre Watchung Reservation. Many To volunteer and register, please of the more than 56 miles of hiking call Trailside Nature and Science and bridle trails were damaged by Center at (908) 789-3670. 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PUBLICATION Old Guard Programs Unveiled for December WESTFIELD – The Westfield area Princeton for a tour of Drumthwacket Old Guard has announced its pro- and will also view the festival of grams for December, which include Christmas lights. a tour of Drumthwacket, the New The last regularly scheduled meet- Jersey Governor’s Mansion, and the ing for the year will be held on organization’s annual Christmas Thursday, December 9, at the party and luncheon. Westfield Y. This meeting will fea- At its regular weekly meeting to- ture the annual Christmas program, day, Old Guard member Al Morasso, including the Cranford High School Jr., will provide a slide presentation Madrigal Ensemble under the di- and lecture on lighthouses. A por- rection of musical director Linda tion of the meeting will be devoted Helmke. In addition, the Reverend to election of officers for the year Herbert Brynildsen of the United 2000. Methodist Church of Westfield will The 23 Old Guard chapters from offer a Christmas message and a all over New Jersey will gather on blessing. Monday, December 6, in Colt’s Neck The last event of the year will be for their bi-annual inter-chapter con- the Ladies Day Christmas Luncheon ference, where all chapters address on Tuesday, December 14, from 11:30 local chapter issues, plans and pro- a.m. to 3 p.m. at Snuffy’s Pantagis grams for the future. Renaissance in Scotch Plains. On Tuesday, December 7, a num- The first regular weekly Thursday ber of members from the Westfield meeting in the year 2000 will be on Old Guard chapter will travel to Thursday, January 6. Scotch Plains PBA Kicks Off Annual Holiday Toy Drive MR. AND MRS. DAVID A. NIXON SCOTCH PLAINS – The members of the Scotch Plains Policeman’s (She is the former Miss Lande Ajose) Benevolent Association have kicked off their sixth annual “Toys For Tots” Jonathan Behler and Miss Nicole Gragnano toy drive. Last year more than $3,000 in games and toys were donated. These gifts were placed in baskets and distributed to local churches and religious Miss Nicole Gragnano Miss Lande Ajose organizations throughout the community. New toys and games are needed for this year’s drive. All donations may be dropped off at the Scotch Plains Police Department in the lobby, where a special barrel has been placed. To Marry Jonathan Behler Weds David Nixon The cut-off date for donations will be Friday, December 17. This will Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gragnano employed as Director/Buyer for the Miss Lande Ajose of San Fran- Mountainside, both childhood friends allow for distribution for the holiday season. of Westfield have announced the Squash Blossom, Fine Art & Jewelry cisco, the daughter of Olusegun Ajose of the bridegroom. The bridegroom For further information, please contact the Scotch Plains Police Benevo- engagement of their daughter, Miss in Vail, Colo. and Gene Wollenberg, was married and ushers were all attired in Perry lent Association at (908) 322-7100 Nicole Marie Gragnano, to Jonathan Her fiancé, who attended Emerson on the evening of Saturday, June 19, Ellis tuxedos. Chandler Behler. He is the son of College in Boston and the University to David A. Nixon. He is the son of The bride, a graduate of San Fran- Ms. Susan Gemmill of Volcano, of Northern Colorado at Greeley, is James and Melba Nixon of Westfield. cisco University High School, earned Hawaii and Roger Behler of employed by Oakley as Sales Man- The Reverend D. Maurice Charles a bachelor’s degree from Occidental Edwards, Colo. ager for the State of Wisconsin. of Stanford University performed the College in Los Angeles and a master’s A graduate of Rollins College in A wedding is planned for Novem- ceremony at the Trentadue Winery in degree from the University of Califor- Winter Park, Fla., the bride-elect is ber of 2000 in Spring Lake. Geyserville, Calif. A dinner recep- nia, also in Los Angeles. tion immediately followed at the win- She is currently a doctoral candi- ery. date in urban planning and public Junior Woman’s Club to Host The bride wore a simple, sleeve- policy at the Massachusetts Institute less ivory silk and satin gown by de- of Technology in Cambridge. Fundraiser With Santa Photos signer Richard Glasgow of New York The bridegroom graduated from FANWOOD – The Fanwood Junior Woman’s Club will host its annual City, adorned with a cathedral-length Westfield High School in 1984 and Photos with Santa Fundraiser on Saturday, December 4, from 10 a.m. to veil. She carried a round bouquet of received a bachelor’s degree in elec- 1 p.m. creamy white lilies and garden roses. trical engineering from Cornell Uni- Santa will arrive on the 10:20 a.m. train at the Fanwood Train Station. Miss Heidi Philbrick of San Fran- versity in Ithaca, N.Y. He also earned Admission is $3 and includes crafts, games, candy necklaces, coloring cisco was the maid of honor for her a Master of Business Administration and face painting. The cost per picture is $3. sister. The bridal attendants included Degree from the Sloan School of Man- All proceeds from this event go to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Scholar- Miss Bunmi Ajose of Albany, Calif., agement at the Massachusetts Insti- ship Fund. The Fanwood Junior Woman’s Club is part of the National also a sister of the bride; Miss Carol tute of Technology. Organization of Woman’s Clubs dedicated to serving the communities Nixon of Washington, D.C., the sis- He is employed as an associate with throughout the United States. ter of the bridegroom; Miss Gina the San Francisco office of A. T. Airey of Pasadena, Calif., Miss Robin Kearney, a management consulting CHOOSING A COLLEGE…Westfield High School junior Jenna Davino and Lenhardt of Washington, D.C. and firm. her parents, Michael and Paula Davino, talk to Trinity College Admissions Mrs. Lucille Renwick and Mrs. Sa- Prior to the wedding, the couple Counselor Karen Archambault at Westfield High School’s recent College Night. Customize your very own wine lable with rah Williams of New York City, all was feted at a Nigerian engagement close friends of the bride. The bridal party hosted by the bride’s mother, your name and date of birth! attendants wore crepe periwinkle- Ms. Olusegun Ajose, at The Oak Tree Annual College Night blue gowns designed by Watters & in Oakland, Calif. Watters. The rehearsal dinner for the wed- Michael Somerville of Chicago was ding guests was hosted by the parents Draws Hundreds at WHS the best man. Serving as ushers were of the bridegroom, Dr. and Mrs. James Michael Nixon of New York City, the Nixon, the night before the nuptials at WESTFIELD – Hundreds of stu- formation about colleges and univer- brother of the bridegroom; Kola Ajose the Geyserville Inn in Geyserville. dents and families attended Westfield sities nationwide, noted Dr. Robert and Tayo Ajose of Albany, Calif., the Following a wedding trip to Bali High School’s annual College Night Petix, Principal of Westfield High brothers of the bride, and Bob Jackmin and Hong Kong, the couple reside in on November 18. School. of Fanwood and Jay Post of San Francisco. More than 200 colleges and uni- Gymnasiums, cafeterias and class- versities were represented, provid- rooms were filled with college repre- Just one of the many unique tiles from... ing literature and answering ques- sentatives and interested students and tions about their schools. The High their parents. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 7 Rockefeller Center Tree Obsidians Plan Dinner Dance Won’t be From Fairview December 18 at The Westwood By KIM KINTER board heard about the news, they ques- WESTFIELD – The Obsidian ticket information, please call April Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tioned whether they would be willing Civic Club, a member of the Na- Hill-Jones at (908) 351-0811 or Carol WESTFIELD – Rockefeller Center to give up the tree. tional Association of Colored Mercer at (908) 654-1840. officials are already on the prowl for They held off deciding until they Women’s Clubs Inc. and an affiliate just the right Christmas tree for display heard from Rockefeller Center offi- of the New Jersey State Federation of ‘Armchair Genealogy’ in New York City the next few seasons, cials. Colored Women’s Clubs, will hold but it probably won’t be an evergreen Meanwhile, David Murbach, Gar- its Holiday Dinner Dance on Satur- To be Lecture Topic from Westfield. dens Division Manager for Tishman day, December 18, from 8 p.m. to It is a fact that this summer someone Speyer Properties that manages midnight at The Westwood in At Meeting on Dec. 9 who works closely with those who Rockefeller Center and who also is Garwood. The public is invited to WESTFIELD – The Genealogical scout for the giant tree that sits on the responsible for locating just the right attend. Society of the West Fields will host a street near Rockefeller Center in New tree every year, said, however, that “we A volunteer group, the Obsidians program on “Armchair Genealogy” York City every year stopped at have no interest in their tree.” offer educational, cultural, social, next Thursday, December 9, at 1 Westfield’s Fairview Cemetery, located He said that he will not take a tree spiritual and personal enrichment p.m. in the Meeting Room of the off East Broad, to look at one of the from public property. training for the Obsidians’ Juniors. Westfield Memorial Library. property’s huge pine trees. Mr. Murbach explained that by us- The Juniors include 30 to 40 young The program will be presented by But what else actually happened ing a helicopter, mainly in the winter SPECIAL SERVICE…Students from the Holy Trinity Interparochial School men and women between 8 and 18 Bea Denman Howley, a professional concerning the tree’s future seems to when the leaves are off the deciduous Service Club help gather together and transport donations of canned goods and years old. genealogist with more than 20 years be in dispute. trees, and a laptop computer he cleaning supplies to Bound Brook residents for the Flood Relief program. Many The Obsidians, who meet the sec- experience as a lecturer, presenter, Frank Sullebarger, a member of the searches the country for healthy ever- students and their families were involved in this effort and gave generously of ond Sunday of the month, also pro- writer and researcher in the field of Board of Trustees of Fairview Cem- greens suitable for the Rockefeller their time and donations. vide financial assistance to hun- genealogy. etery, said that this summer someone Center site. dreds of graduating seniors from Mrs. Howley’s research has taken who helps search for Rockefeller This year, he explained, when he the tri-county area. The group’s her to many states and to several Christmas trees stopped at the cem- found the tree on private property in Union Catholic Parent Guild major fundraiser, a Scholarship Ball, European countries. Her presenta- etery and examined four large ever- Connecticut, he simply knocked on the will be held on Friday, June 16, tion will touch upon history and fam- greens. owners’ door and asked if it could be 2000 at Pantagis Restaurant in ily and the genealogical connection. All but one tree was rejected, how- used for the New York City site. The To Host ‘Tree of Lights’ Scotch Plains. A question-and-answer period will ever, he said. One was too large and tree is always donated, he said. Tickets for the Holiday Dinner follow. old, he said, and the visitor feared it In the case of Westfield, Mr. Murbach SCOTCH PLAINS – The Parent the school or to promote Union Catho- Dance are $35. All proceeds will Interested members of the public would shed too many needles. remembers receiving a brochure from Guild of Union Catholic High School lic within the community. benefit the organization’s scholar- are invited to attend and light re- “We were told to feed it (the one tree the cemetery and a picture of at least in Scotch Plains has invited past and Flyers with complete informa- ship fund. For membership and/or freshments will be served. not rejected) and we already do that one tree. He said that he explained to present members of the Union Catho- tion about the “Tree of Lights” cer- anyway,” Mr. Sullebarger added. cemetery officials at the time that trees lic community and the general pub- emony may be picked up at the When the man left, Mr. Sullebarger are usually not taken from public prop- lic to participate in its first “Tree of school office. Interested individu- said he understood that the tree would erty, but that as a courtesy the tree was Lights” event on Tuesday, December als are asked to make checks made WHS Math Dept. Receives be under consideration as a future New examined during the summer by some- 7, starting at 6 p.m. in the main payable to the Parent Guild and to York City Christmas time evergreen, one who works with him. entrance area of the school. include their name, address and but was not yet the right specimen for “I guess we may have been just too The tree will represent the changes telephone number and the name of Education Fund Grant the Rockefeller Center spot. polite when we said ‘no,’” Mr. Murbach people experience during their lives, the person they wish to be remem- But, he said, when the cemetery’s commented. WESTFIELD – The Westfield culus BC will be introduced to the including their joys and sorrows, ac- bered. Checks should be mailed to Board of Education has accepted a functions of this new calculator in cording to Union Catholic spokes- Union Catholic, attention Parent grant of $3,234 for the Westfield the classroom. We are grateful for woman Bernadine Liebrich. Guild, 1600 Martine Avenue, High School (WHS) Math Depart- this grant from the Education Fund For a donation of $2, $5, $10 or Scotch Plains, 07076. ment from the Education Fund of because we didn’t want our students any other amount, a light will be lit Those persons interested in attend- Westfield. to be disadvantaged.” in memory or in honor of someone ing the tree lighting ceremony should The grant will enable the Math Approximately half of the students special; as a way to reconnect with call (908) 889-1600. Department to purchase a classroom in Calculus AD and between 85-90 set of TI89 graphing calculators for percent of those in Calculus BC typi- use by Advanced Placement Calcu- cally take the Advanced Placement Ashbrook Nursing Center lus students. examinations. WHS Math Supervisor Hal Westfield Education Fund of Johnson noted that this new calcula- Westfield President Tom Morabito Holds Giving Program tor was approved for use for the first noted, “The Education Fund seeks to SCOTCH PLAINS – Ashbrook off an unwrapped gift of their time last year in the Advanced Place- keep Westfield’s young people well- Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, choice. ment exams. equipped and productive to meet the 1610 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains, Ashbrook administrators hope “Algebraic calculations can be demands of our changing world. We is sponsoring a program that encour- “The Angel Tree” will collect enough done on these calculators, which saves are pleased that contributions from ages employees, volunteers and the gifts for their 120 residents. time,” Mr. Johnson said. “Our stu- Westfield residents and alumni en- community to bring presents to eld- For more information or ideas about dents in both Calculus AD and Cal- able us to continue these efforts.” erly residents. appropriate gifts, please call (908) The program, “The Angel Tree,” 889-2588. SAFETY FIRST…Alisha Hooey’s first grade class at Wilson Elementary School in Westfield, recently visited the local fire house to discuss safety rules during will be held from now until Friday, Ashbrook Nursing and Rehabili- Fire Prevention Week. Children were given a tour of the fire house, viewing the December 17. tation Center, a 120-bed long- and various pieces of equipment and vehicles the fire department uses in emergen- The public is encouraged to short-term care facility, is an affiliate cies. The lesson was reinforced during the week at school with emphasis on the visit the nursing home to select of the Saint Barnabas Health Care proper procedures to take during an emergency in the home or at school. an item from a gift list or drop System.

Service League Christmas Sale Saturday, December 4 • 9 am to 4 pm IS SOMEONE SNORING At The Thrift Shop, 114 Elmer St., Westfield IN YOUR HOUSE? Symptoms of snoring, sleep apnea or disturbed sleep include: Luminaria Sale • Morning headaches, jaw pain • Migraines • Chronic Fatigue, irritable • Anxiety/Depression The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Kiwanis Club will be distributing • Forgetfulness • Chronic Pains the luminaries at the Fanwood Municipal Garage (by RR station) from 9 AM to 3 PM on: NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT AVAILABLE WITH ORAL APPLIANCES Sat, Dec. 4th, 11th & 18th • 9am to 3pm for more information call: Special Sale Time on December 24 – 1 to 3 p.m. WESTFIELD ORAL SURGERY ASSOCIATES, P.C. The luminaria kit costs 35¢ per unit. This includes the candle, bag and sand. PHILIP R. GERON, DMD, FAAOMS (Please bring a container for the sand.) Board Certification SDDS • NJ Specialty Permit # 3102 NOTE: We encourage all to participate in the DECA’s TOYS for TOTS and FOOD for the NEEDY. You can drop items off 908 233-8088 when you pick up your luminaries. 320 LENOX AVENUE • WESTFIELD

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KIDS HELPING KIDS...First grade Girl Scout Troop No. 711 of Wilson Annual Holiday Sale on Dec. 4 WHETHER THE WEATHER WAS ACCURATE…Scotch Plains’ Brunner Elementary School in Westfield recently held a gently used toy drive among the Elementary students from Joseph’s fifth grade class utilized math and number first grade classes to benefit the Rosemary Cuccaro Pediatric Medical Day Care CRANFORD – The Jumble Store’s The Jumble Store is owned skills recently when they tracked the weather for three days and compared the Center in Elizabeth. The center provides a comprehensive program to meet the annual Holiday Sale will take place and operated by the Junior actual weather with the online weather forecast Web sites. Using a large graph, health, education, and social needs of medically involved and/or physically the students compared weather statistics in a project called “Webquest.” challenged children ages three months to three years. Donations will also be on Saturday, December 4, from 10 League of Elizabeth-Plainfield a.m. to 3 p.m. at the store at 110 (JLEP) and all proceeds from Pictured, from left to right, are: Geremy Keith, Joe Syllivan, Allison Baler and distributed by the Visiting Nurses Affiliate, which provides home care and Karina DeMair. hospice services throughout Union County. Pictured, left to right, are: back row, Walnut Avenue. the store benefit community ser- Katherine McKinley and Alex Frankel, and, front row, Chloe Birkenthal and This year’s theme is “A Holly Jolly vice projects. Sarah Frantz with some of the toys donated during the toy drive. Holiday at the Jumble Store.” Gifts, The JLEP is an organization of decorations and holiday clothing will women committed to improving their Westfield Foundation Manages be featured. communities through the effective Mr. Mancuso Again to Head In addition to shopping, there will action and leadership of trained vol- be face painting, refreshments and unteers. Various Workshop Scholarships raffles for a variety of gifts. For membership information, Vocational Schools BOE The Jumble Store is a consign- please call (908) 709-1177. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Westfield Summer Workshop for ment store that carries a large selec- During the holidays, the store has Foundation recently announced its outstanding performance in musical SCOTCH PLAINS – Charles S. Mancuso’s efforts on behalf of educa- tion of gently used items like a selection of holiday clothes far ev- plan to manage the numerous schol- theatre. The Ruth Sell Memorial Mancuso has been re-elected as Presi- tion have been recognized on many children’s clothing, women’s career ery occasion. For further informa- arships offered by the New Jersey Scholarship is available to a Music dent of the Board of Education of the occasions and in a variety of ways. wear, maternity wear, jewelry, shoes tion or directions, please call (908) Workshop for the Arts (NJWA). Studio student who has made signifi- Union County Vocational-Technical Mr. Mancuso’s efforts on behalf of and housewares. 276-0222. The mission of the NJWA “is to cant achievements in instrumental Schools in Union County. education have been recognized on enrich lives by providing opportuni- music. It is the 12th time that Mr. Mancuso many occasions. In 1998, the building ties to develop creative talents and The Edie Cechini Memorial has been elected to a one-year term as housing the Union County Magnet High encourage a greater understanding Scholarship is offered to a student President. Six of these were consecu- School for Mathematics, Science and of the arts through both instruction with significant ability in the fine tive terms. Technology on the UCVTS campus and performance.” Divisions of the arts at the Westfield Summer Work- Gail Iammatteo of Scotch Plains was was named Mancuso Hall in his honor. NJWA include The Music Studio, shop. The Sally Judd Memorial elected Vice President of the board. Mr. Mancuso is presently Vice Presi- Piano Pals, Fiddlin’ Fun, Kids ‘n’ Scholarship is offered to a student Other members include Jane Lorber of dent of Statewide Savings Bank, based Arts, Tots ‘n’ Arts, The Fencing aged 5-11 years old with proficiency Scotch Plains; Robert H. Schmidt of in Fanwood, and is a Springfield resi- Club, The Drawing Workshop, The or potential in vocal or instrumental Linden and Dr. Frances Lobman, Union dent. Westfield Art Gallery, Summer Band music, and Ricola USA offers a County Superintendent of Schools. The Board of Education of the Voca- and Orchestra and Westfield Sum- scholarship to a student highly pro- Edward Kologi of Linden was re- tional Schools in Union County gov- mer Workshop. ficient in the performance of brass appointed as Board Attorney and Ed- erns the operations of the Union County The NJWA currently has five schol- instruments. ward H. Mellage of Elizabeth as Trea- Vocational-Technical Schools and the arships available for students who Anyone wishing to contribute to surer. Union County Magnet High School at participate in their programs that these scholarship funds should con- For more than three decades, Mr. 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. have been established by both corpo- tact the Westfield Foundation. Dona- rations and families. tions are tax deductible and can be The Mark Hardy Memorial Schol- applied to any scholarship that the THE WINSTON SCHOOL arship is offered to a student of the donor requests. 100 East Lane Short Hills, NJ

You are cordially invited to attend our AUTHOR VISIT…Children’s author and illustrator Judith Caseley spends OPEN HOUSE time with two young fans during her recent visit to the Westfield Memorial Library. She explained to an audience of both children and adults how she Tuesday, December 7, 1999 creates her stories. 9am – 11am RSVP (973) 379-4114 ARE YOU WINSTON is an independent day school for IGNORING A intellectually capable elementary and middle school age children with learning WARNING disabilities. THE WINSTON SCHOOL helps SIGN? DOWN ON THE FARM…Westfield Cooperative Nursery School students in students reach their full potential in a Cindy Babetski’s 4-year-old class recently took a science excursion to Hillview Snoring may be SNORING Farm in Meyersville. They learned about growing fruits and vegetables, making welcoming and stimulating environment. a symptom of sleep honey and apple cider. The school is located in the First Congregational Church apnea, a potentially life- at 125 Elmer Street in Westfield. threatening sleep disorder WINSTON is accredited by the Middle States linked to high blood pressure, Association of Schools and Colleges. stroke and heart attack. If you think you or someone you love may WINSTON does not discriminate by race, be at risk, call for an appointment today. creed, gender, or ethnic origin. Diagnosis and treatment of 2397 Mountain Avenue • Scotch Plains • (908) 889-9696 pediatric sleep disorders also available. Call 973-971- 4567 • Sleep Disorder Center Accredited by American Sleep Disorder Association • Superior Dry Cleaning Morristown Memorial Hospital • Shirts Laundered ATLANTIC HEALTH SYSTEM • Wash and Fold Service • Expert Tailoring • Experienced in Suede & Leather

Holiday Hours Begin December 10th CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 9 Cheryl Wagner’s Scout Patch High Tech Maps Unveiled Celebrates the Jersey Shore By County Prosecutor’s Office SCOTCH PLAINS – Recently, and organized by Cheryl. more than 50 Brownies representing They learned about mollusks, Westfield, Berkeley Heights, Roselle bivalves and univalves and the chang- To Yield More Drug Arrests Park and Warren became the first ing tides; painted surf clams and ELIZABETH – The Union County girls to earn the brand new patch holders last month. made their own shore-inspired pa- Prosecutor’s Office last week un- According to Deputy First Assis- called “NJ: Shore to Please.” perweights. They also tasted some veiled a new high-tech weapon that This was a special program devel- tant Prosecutor Richard P. Rodbart, home-made crab dip and reviewed a will send more drug dealers to state the overseer of the 15-month oped by Cheryl Wagner of Fanwood- table display of items that can be prison. Scotch Plains Senior Troop No. 561 project, the maps were prepared found at the Jersey Shore. An arsenal of computer generated under a contract with T & M Asso- to kick off the availability of the new Each girl additionally received a maps delineating the 500-foot pro- patch which she designed for Girl ciates, a Middletown firm that uti- goodie bag to take home with shells, tection zones around playgrounds, lized official tax maps and univer- Scouts. She coordinated the effort as Ocean County brochures and salt parks, libraries and other public part of her Gold Award project. sal engineering measurement tech- water taffy. In addition, they were buildings, such as museums, is now niques to identify each official rec- The Brownies toured Jenkinson’s able to select more souvenirs from officially in circulation for use by the Aquarium, enjoyed the beach and reation area and then delineate the the display table. Cheryl took several 1,800 enforcement officers in Union zones. boardwalk at Point Pleasant and then Brownies down to the water’s edge County. Anyone convicted of distrib- participated in workshops designed “It really did take a lot of com- where they learned to skip the extra HOLIDAY SHOPPING…The Westfield Service League Thrift Shop is getting uting drugs within the 500-foot areas pilation and rechecking more than surf clams over the water. ready for its annual Christmas Sale this Saturday, December 4, from 9 a.m. to face much stiffer penalties if con- 500 sites in all, to develop the maps,” Volunteers are Needed While workshops at the beach are 4 p.m. The shop, located at 114 Elmer Street, will offer special holiday and party clothing and holiday decorations. Featured also will be a toy section with new toys victed in court. Mr. Rodbart said. convenient, this patch was designed These accurate maps will make The penalty for a person who is To Assist Seniors to be earned by any troop, Brownie available that were contributed by Service League members. Pictured preparing for the sale, left to right, are: League members, Anne Laird, Doreen O’Boyle and the job of proving someone is selling convicted of distributing a drug such With Tax Returns through senior level, who happen to Kathy Carlson. drugs within the 500-foot zone easier as cocaine, heroin or marijuana be visiting any beach at the Jersey for law enforcement officials. within the 500-foot recreation zone Volunteers are needed to help Shore, according to Troop 561 Leader Union County senior citizens pre- Union County is the first county is severe. Pat Wagner. government in New Jersey to ap- “Before the law was changed, the pare their federal and New Jersey tax Leaders planning to take their troop Essay Contest is Announced returns and rebate applications in prove the new technology. offense was a third-degree crime to the shore are invited to stop by the “These maps, along with the books, where a person without prior in- early 2000. Washington Rock Girl Scout Coun- Training in income tax prepara- CD’s and area enlargements that volvement with the courts could get cil and pick up a copy of “NJ: Shore In Tribute to Life of Dr. King correspond to them, are the first of tion and assistance will be provided probation and a criminal record,” to Please,” to learn about the pro- their kind in New Jersey and they are said Executive Assistant Prosecutor to volunteers in January under the gram. WESTFIELD – The Dr. Martin January 17, at The Presbyterian Luther King, Jr. Association of Church in Westfield. self-authenticating evidence that will Robert P. O’Leary. direction of the Internal Revenue In addition to implementing the be used as part of our cases in court,” Service, the New Jersey Department Westfield will once again sponsor The Reverend La Verne Ball, “Now the exact same conviction patch, Cheryl’s Gold Award project said Prosecutor Thomas V. Manahan, carries a second-degree penalty with of Taxation and the American Asso- also involved enhancements to an essay contest open to all students Pastor of the Rose of Sharon Com- in the town. The deadline for entries munity Church in Plainfield, will who presented the array in public for a presumption of seven years in state ciation of Retired Persons. Jenkinson’s Aquarium, including an the first time at an afternoon press prison for the same offender,” Mr. Individuals interested in being improved seining area (an area where to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay preside as guest speaker at the Contest is Tuesday, January 4, 2000. briefing in Elizabeth. O’Leary noted. trained for tax preparation and assis- visitors can search through sand for service. This year’s theme, “The Future of To honor the life and struggles of He said the collection of maps, The maps and the freeholder reso- tance may call (without obligation) items); a new penguin display case which depict the 500-foot area that is lution making them an official map and new shark display signs to be Race Relations in the New Millen- Dr. King, a march through Westfield Jim Walsh at (908) 276-3152 or Sal nium,” was chosen to illustrate the the protected zone under a new stat- for measurement purposes, are now Conforti at (908) 351-9050. installed. will begin at noon in front of the positive impact of the message of Bethel Baptist Church, 539 Trinity ute that went into effect on January 9, in place and will be used in court. Dr. King, according to Sylvia Bal- Place. This year, in recognition of 1998, were coordinated through data Every narcotic bureau and unit in let, Chairwoman of the essay com- the new millennium, intermediate submitted by municipal engineers, every police department has their mittee. and high school students in Westfield presented by the county engineer and own copies and the trial teams in the Essay contestants are being asked are encouraged to march as a state- then unanimously adopted by the prosecutor’s office all have access to Union County Board of Chosen Free- to address whether progress has ment against racism. As always, the the collection, Mr. Rodbart said. been made in the area of race rela- public is invited to join in both the tions, if more needs to be accom- procession and service. plished and what should be done to Last year’s first place essay con- continue its momentum into the test winners included Alexis Jemal 21st century. (12th grade), Mary Bogatko (8th First, second and third place prizes grade) and Matthew DeSorbo (5th will be awarded to students in each grade). of the three school levels. Jim Hely High school essays should be at For further information about least 1,500 words long and must be Westfield’s 13th annual Martin typed. Intermediate school students Luther King Jr. commemorative ser- should submit essays from 300 to vice and essay contest, please call See us in the Bell Atlantic Yellow Pages. 500 words long that are typed or the Reverend Leon Randall at (908) Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a written legibly. Elementary school 233-2547. Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. entries do not have a minimum INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 length requirement, can be clearly handwritten and will be evaluated based on grade level. The first place winner at the high school level will receive a computer BACK TO THE BEACH…Volunteer staff members for the “NJ: Shore to with a color printer. Savings bonds Please” workshop designed by Cheryl Wagner prepare to greet guest Brownie varying in amounts from $50 to Girl Scouts from the Washington Rock Girl Scout Council. Pictured, left to right, $500 will be awarded to all other are: Bianca Jones, Carolyn Keeton, Christine Morris, Delsa Slaugh, Cheryl essay contest winners. Wagner, Beth Gigantelli, Lisa Wagner, Katherine Walker and Jonathan Wagner. First place students in all three categories will be asked to read their essays during Westfield’s com- www.goleader.com memorative service on Monday,

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PUBLICATION – Obituaries – Patricia Moum, 70, Was Library Secretary At Edison School in Westfield for 14 Years Patricia Ann Moum, 70, of Seaford, Allan Moum of Westfield and Peter Robert Dello Russo, 77, Retired Educator, Del., died on Friday, November 26, Stanley Moum of Richmond, Va.; a at Peninsula Regional Medical Cen- daughter, Barbara Ann Moum of Co- Administrator in Westfield School District ter in Salisbury, Md. lumbus, Ohio; two brothers, Allan Robert Dello Russo, 77, of He was a member of Westfield Born in Eau Claire, Wis., she was Edward Ledebur of Grand Junction, Westfield, died on Friday, November UNICO. the daughter of the late Elroy Ed- Colo. and Roger Benson Ledebur of 26, at Morristown Memorial Hospi- Surviving are his wife, Terry Dello ward Ledebur and Elsie Benson Dallas, Tex., and 10 grandchildren. tal in Morristown. Russo; two sons, Robert Dello Russo Ledebur Bailey. A memorial service will be held on Born in Westfield, he resided there of Socorro, N.M. and James Dello Mrs. Moum had been a library Saturday, December 11, at 11 a.m. at for most of his life. Russo of Huntington Beach, Calif.; secretary at Edison Intermediate the Reformation Lutheran Church in Mr. Dello Russo had been an edu- two stepsons, Andrew Rupp of Ber- School in Westfield, formerly known Milford, Del. cator and also an administrator in keley Heights and Christopher Rupp as Edison Junior High School, for 14 In lieu of flowers, memorial con- the Westfield public school system of Nevada; a stepdaughter, Sheila years prior to retiring in 1992. tributions may be made to the Refor- for 27 years, retiring in 1983. Deck of Bridgewater; three sisters, She had been employed as a regis- mation Lutheran Church, 613 He was a United States Army vet- Frances Donato of Scotch Plains, tered nurse at the Fairmont Munici- Lakeview Avenue, Milford, Del., eran of World War II. Fanny Hoenicke of Pennsylvania and pal Hospital in Fairmont, Minn. from 19963 or to the Cardiac Rehabilita- Mildred Valeri of California, and 1950 to 1958, when she began work- tion Program, in care of Peninsula Christine Green, 63 three grandchildren. ing for the Atomic Energy Commis- Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, A gathering of family and friends sion in Ames, Iowa. Md., 21801. Christine Green, 63, of South She was a member of the Reforma- Arrangements are being handled Plainfield died on Monday, Novem- will take place today, Thursday, De- cember 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the tion Lutheran Church and served on by the Lofland Funeral Home in ber 29, at home. Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Westfield several committees, and was also a Milford. She had lived in Plainfield before member of the Sussex Bird Club, of December 2, 1999 moving to South Plainfield 45 years Avenue in Westfield. A memorial service will follow. which she was Secretary. ago. In lieu of flowers, memorial con- Mrs. Moum volunteered at the Theresa Larino, 66 Mrs. Green was a homemaker. Seaford Public Library. Theresa Larino, 66, of Berkeley She was a member of the Warren tributions may be made to the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad, Surviving are her husband of 48 Township died on Thursday, Novem- Temple in Fanwood. 335 Watterson Street, Westfield, years, Dr. Stanley Gordon Moum; ber 25, in the Community Medical Surviving are two sons, Eugene 07090. three sons, Dr. Eric Elroy Ellsworth Center in Toms River. Green, Jr. of South Plainfield and December 2, 1999 Moum of Boca Raton, Fla., Paul Born in Bayonne, she had lived in Randy Green of North Brunswick; Westfield and Scotch Plains before two daughters, Jean Ann Green of moving to the Silver Ridge Park East South Plainfield and Stephanie Green Troy Stiffler, 74, Decorated Veteran; section of Berkeley Township. of Plainfield; seven sisters, Roberta Mrs. Larino had been an assistant COLONIAL CHRISTMAS…The Osborn Cannonball house, 1840 Front Street Pearyer of Newark, Corrine Green of branch manager with the Lincoln in Scotch Plains, will hold its Colonial Open House on Sunday, December 5, from Fanwood, Mary Ann Pearyer of Or- Had Been Self-Employed Mason 2 to 4 p.m. It will be the museum’s final event of the year. Troy B. Stiffler, 74, of Scotch Plains Federal Savings and Loan in ange, Dorothy Jones of Scotch Plains, ing in the Pacific Theater with the Westfield for 25 years before retiring Sheila Huff and Cynthia Daniels, died on Wednesday, November 24, at 706th Ordnance. He received the home. in 1993. both of Plainfield, and Rosalind Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with one She was a member and fundraiser Cannonball House Holds Pearyer of Temple Hills, Md.; five Born in Prague, Pottawatomie Bronze Star. County, Okla., he moved to Scotch with Silver Ridge Park East. brothers, Walter Pearyer of Allen- He was a member of the New Jer- Surviving are her husband, John town, Pa., Tyrone Pearyer of New Plains in 1946. sey Bricklayers Local No. 14 of Open House December 5 Mr. Stiffler had owned Stiffler Larino; two sons, John Larino and Brunswick, Berkley Pearyer and Plainfield and the Veterans of For- Edward Larino; two daughters, Janet SCOTCH PLAINS – The his- free open house will coincide with Michael Pearyer, both of Plainfield, Mason Contractors Inc. in Scotch eign Wars Post No. 10122 in Scotch Plains for 45 years before retiring in Treffinger and Carol Larino; a toric Osborn Cannonball House, a the town center’s “Holiday Celebra- and Leon Pearyer of Waterbury, Plains. brother, Leonard Volenski, and five museum located at 1840 Front tion.” Conn., and four grandchildren. 1990. Earlier, he had been a superin- Surviving are his wife, Amelia tendent with the Arthur Venneri Com- grandchildren. Street in Scotch Plains, will be the Refreshments will be served. Funeral services will be held at 10 Iarussi Stiffler; two sons, Gary Stiffler A Mass was offered on Tuesday, scene of the 27th annual Colonial This will be the museum’s final a.m. tomorrow, Friday, December 3, pany in Westfield. and Kevin Stiffler; three daughters, He was a 1949 graduate of the November 30, at St. Maximilian Christmas Open House on Sunday, event of the year. It will reopen on at 10 a.m. at the Warren Temple. Janet Stiffler, Linda Masi and Kolbe Church in Toms River. December 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. The Sunday, March 5. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Newark School of Industrial Draft- Deborah LaMorticella; two sisters, ing and Design. Arrangements were handled by the today, Thursday, December 2, at the Edythe McWilliams and Eva Rose Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home in LOOKING FOR A HOME…People Judkins Colonial Home in Plainfield. Mr. Stiffler was a United States and six grandchildren. December 2, 1999 Toms River. for Animals, a nonprofit animal wel- Army veteran of World War II, serv- A Mass was offered on Saturday, December 2, 1999 fare organization serving New Jer- November 27, at St. Bartholomew sey, will sponsor a pet adoption event the Apostle Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, December 4, from 11 Philip Lombardi, Sr., Army Veteran; in Scotch Plains, following funeral Beatrice Maguire, 86 a.m. until 3 p.m., at the PETsMART services at the Rossi Funeral Home store, 1022 Route 22 East at West Beatrice G. Tetreault Maguire, 86, Was Employed With General Motors in Scotch Plains. of Westfield, died Sunday, November End Avenue in North Plainfield. Memorial donations may be made Many dogs, cats and kittens will be Philip Lombardi, Sr., 84, of North He was a communicant of St. Jo- 28, at home. to the Haven Hospice, 65 James Street, Born and educated in Montreal, available. Among these pets will be Plainfield died on Monday, Novem- seph Roman Catholic Church in Edison, 08818. Princess, a four-month-old German ber 22, at the Genesis ElderCare North Plainfield. December 2, 1999 Canada, she moved to Boston, Mass., Shepherd mix puppy. Princess is Center in Westfield. He was predeceased by his wife, where she married James J. Maguire. spayed and current with her vaccina- She lived in Quincy, Mass. for 48 tions. The owners of this puppy could Born in Staten Island, he had lived Frances Lombardi, in 1984. Charles V. Scanielo, 47 in Plainfield before moving to North Surviving are a son, Philip years before moving to Westfield 14 no longer keep Princess, who now Charles V. Scanielo, 47, of years ago. needs a new home. Princess is one of Plainfield 60 years ago. Lombardi, Jr. of Fanwood; two broth- Westfield died on Thursday, Novem- He had been a line worker for ers, Guy Lombardi and Michael Mrs. Maguire worked at Maryland several young dogs and cats now avail- ber 25, in the New York Presbyterian Casualty Insurance Company in Bos- able for adoption. To adopt, or for pet General Motors in Linden, retiring Lombardi, both of Plainfield; a sis- Hospital. information, please call (908) 688- in 1974 after 32 years with the com- ter, Ann Hall of Piscataway; three ton for 20 years before retiring in Born in Jersey City, he had lived in 1975. Before that she had worked at 1073 or visit the Internet site pany. grandchildren and two great-grand- Roselle before moving to Westfield www.pfa.petfinder.org.For low cost Mr. Lombardi was a United States children. the Gilcrest Department Store in three years ago. Boston. spay/neuter information, please call Army veteran of World War II. A Mass was offered on Saturday, Mr. Scanielo was a foreman with the People for Animals Clinic at (908) November 27, at St. Joseph Church. She was predeceased by her hus- 964-6887. Spay/neuter surgery costs the Interstate Drywall in Clifton for band in 1953. Burial was at Hillside Cemetery in 13 years. range from $35 to $55 and include Scotch Plains. Surviving are a daughter, Marianne rabies and distemper vaccinations. Vivian Levine, 76 He was a member of the Carpenter’s M. Kerwin of Westfield; two grand- Arrangements were handled by the Union Local No. 6 of Jersey City. Vivian Levine, 76, of Mountainside Scarpa Funeral Home in North sons, Colin Joseph Kerwin of Hous- died on Thursday, November 25, in Surviving are his wife, Colleen ton, Tex. and Kevin John Kerwin of Plainfield. Scanielo; two sons, Michael Scanielo Overlook Hospital in Summit. December 2, 1999 Glenelg, Md., and five great-grand- Born in Cheautagay, N.Y., she had and Christopher Scanielo, and a sis- children. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. lived in Springfield before moving to ter, Denise Barry. Funeral services will be held on Mountainside 33 years ago. Lucille SanGiuliano A Mass was offered on Monday, Saturday, December 4, at 9 a.m. at Caring & Courteous Service to the Mrs. Levine had been a supervisor November 29, in St. Joseph the Car- the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 Lucille SanGiuliano of Cranford penter Roman Catholic Church in Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 at Investment Casting Corporation died on Tuesday, November 23, at Westfield Avenue, Westfield. A Mass in Springfield for 38 years prior to Roselle. of Christian Burial will follow at 10 home. Arrangements were handled by the retiring in 1986. Born in Westfield, she lived in a.m. at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Surviving are her husband, Joseph Walter J. Johnson Funeral Home in Church in Westfield. Interment will Cranford for most of her life. Clark. Levine; a son, Dr. Arthur Levine; December 2, 1999 be at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Mrs. SanGiuliano was a member December 2, 1999 two brothers, Ross Ezro and Ambrose of the Cranford Senior Citizens Fri- Westfield Ezro, and two grandchildren. day Club. 556 Westfield Arrangements were handled by the Surviving are her husband, Arthur Lawrence Novello, 73, Worked in Finance; Menorah Chapels at Millburn in SanGiuliano; a son, Joseph Avenue Union. Owned Starlight Cleaners for 11 Years December 2, 1999 SanGiuliano; a daughter, Elaine 233-0255 Magee; seven grandchildren and 19 Lawrence Novello, 73, of Barnegat light Cleaners in Garwood for 11 John L. Dooley great-grandchildren. died on Monday, November 29, from years before retiring in 1988. Previ- Manager Services were held on Friday, No- injuries sustained in an automobile ously, he had worked in international vember 26, at the Cranford United accident in Barnegat. finance for the Chase Manhattan Methodist Church in Cranford. Born in Montozzoli, Provence of Bank in New York City and the New Arrangements were handled by the Chiete, Italy, he had lived in Scotch Jersey Bank in Paterson. Dooley Funeral Home, 218 North Plains before moving to Barnegat in He attended the University of ® Avenue in Cranford. 1988. Naples and Pace University and Co- CONTACT December 2, 1999 Mr. Novello had owned the Star- lumbia University, both in New York Cranford We Care, Inc. City. Mr. Novello served in the United 218 North Avenue Nellie Megaro, 80, Was Co-Owner States Army during the Korean Con- 276-0255 We’ll listen and help flict. Charles V. Dooley you with that problem Of Confectionary Store for 25 Years Surviving are his wife, Giovanna Manager Nellie Megaro, 80, of Scotch Plains for 25 years before retiring 20 years Novello; two sons, Michael Novello you thought you had died on Thursday, November 25, in ago. and Anthony Novello; two daugh- no answer to at all. the John F. Kennedy Medical Center Surviving are a son, Anthony ters, Phyllis Reddington and Sandy in Edison. Megaro; two daughters, Louise Aldi Marcovecchio; two sisters, Born in Hazelton, she had lived in and Karen Megaro; a sister, Marga- Clementina Checchio and Concetta Newark, Toms River and Union be- ret Restaino, and four grandchildren. DelNegro, and nine grandchildren. 908-232-2880 fore moving to Scotch Plains 20 years A Mass was offered on Monday, A Mass will be offered tomorrow, ago. November 29, in St. Michael’s Ro- Friday, December 3, at 10 a.m. in St. Mrs. Megaro had been the co- man Catholic Church in Union, fol- Bartholomew the Apostle Roman A member of The United Way. owner, with her late husband, Car- lowing the funeral from the Galante Catholic Church in Scotch Plains, Funeral planning makes CONTACT USA and following the funeral from the Rossi Life Line International mine Megaro, of Carmine’s Funeral Home in Union. 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History and Symbolism of Hanukkah Talk on Edith Stein Planned Examined, Compared Throughout Ages At Holy Trinity on Dec. 14 A Weekly Column From Members of the WESTFIELD – The Westfield entered a cloistered convent of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Ministerial Association chapter of the Knights of Columbus Carmelite Nuns. is sponsoring a talk by Dianne Traflet, She would flee for Holland as the Nazi persecution of Jews intensified, By RABBI GEORGE NUDELL A cease fire was established, and Is- an Assistant Dean at the Immaculate What is Hanukkah? It is not the “Jew- rael once again became an autonomous Conception Seminary, who will speak yet her martyrdom would soon ap- ish Christmas,” though it falls nearby on state. on “Edith Stein and the Mystery of proach. To retaliate against the Catho- the calendar. It is not a holiday about gift Being faithful to the laws of the Torah, Christmas,” on Tuesday, December lic bishops for their pastoral letter giving, though presents are often ex- the Maccabees purged the Temple of all 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Ro- against the “Final Solution,” the changed. It is not a holiday celebrating pagan influence. They rededicated the man Catholic Church in Westfield. Nazi’s arrested all Catholics of “non- the struggle for religious freedom, though Temple’s seven branched candelabra, or On October 11, 1998, Edith Stein Aryan” extraction. it is commonly portrayed as such. Menorah, using the only un-desecrated was officially canonized as Teresa Transported by cattle car to Hanukkah is an eight-day festival that vessel of olive oil they could find. The Benedicta of the Cross. Auschwitz, Edith Stein would die in has been celebrated by Jewish people for Maccabees declared a festival to honor Born to a Jewish family, Stein con- the gas chambers, but not before giv- over 2,000 years. Hanukkah’s signifi- their victory. This became the festival of cance is tied to the history of the land of Hanukkah, which in English means verted to the Catholic faith after read- ing a profound witness of faith to Israel, the ancient and modern homeland “dedication.” ing the autobiography of St. Teresa both her fellow inmates and persecu- of the Jewish people. Today, Hanukkah is primarily ob- of Avila at the age of 31. tors. The story of Hanukkah began about served by the lighting of candles, to Though she enjoyed prominence During her canonization, Pope 150 years after Alexander the Great recall the rededication of the Menorah in in the academic circles of Germany John Paul II hailed her deep spiritual spread Hellenistic culture from his na- the Temple of Jerusalem. The Talmud, a she longed to practice spiritual con- writings and saintly life as treasures SCOUTING EXPEDITION…Westfield Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Webelos and tive Greece through Egypt, Israel and sacred book of Jewish law and lore, tells templation and solitude. In 1935 she to be forever cherished by all people Boy Scouts recently joined in the 12th annual “Scouting for Food” drive. The Syria. of a miracle that transpired when the scouts subsequently brought hundreds of bags of food to the Westfield Food of good will. Pantry at the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church in Westfield, just in time for Like most ancient people, the Jews of Maccabees rededicated the Temple. Dr. Traflet’s own background ancient Israel enjoyed Hellenistic cul- That last pure vessel of olive oil should Thanksgiving. ture. They readily accepted the styles of have lasted only one day, but it burned in St. Bart’s to Hold helped her to bring to life the story of clothing, the Greek language, the archi- the Menorah for eight days. This was the saint she has researched. Dr. tecture and the philosophy of the Helle- taken as a sign of God’s approval that the Anointing of the Sick Traflet received her Doctorate of Sa- – Directory to Houses of Worship – nistic world. Many Jews willingly aban- traditions of the Torah had been de- cred Theology from the Pontifical doned their own customs for the “mod- fended. Saturday, December 11 University of St. Thomas Aquinas in ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL CHURCH IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY RC CHURCH ern” ways of the world. Over the centuries, the observance of SCOTCH PLAINS – Father Rome, Italy. She holds a Master of 559 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains 1571 South Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains Other Jews, however, passionately Hanukkah became a time to remember (908) 322-8047 (908) 889-2100 Michael A. Merlucci, Pastor of St. Arts in Catholic Theology from St. Reverend Thomas Laws Reverend John F. Kennedy held on to the Torah (Bible) and its the courage and faithfulness of those Bartholomew the Apostle Roman John’s and prior to her professor- ethical heritage and practices. In time, who fought to preserve Jewish heritage. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains, ship, practiced law after graduating BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH the Jewish community of Israel grew The modern meaning of the festival of 539 Trinity Place, Westfield 823 Jerusalem Road deeply divided, and a struggle flared up, Hanukkah is linked to its ancient story. invites all to a celebration of the from Seton Hall’s School of Law. (908) 232-4250 (908) 233-2855 as both factions sought to influence the Living as a minority in the blessed com- Anointing of the Sick on Saturday, Dr. Traflet has become a popular Reverend Kevin Clark Reverend Clement Griffin practices of the Holy Temple in Jerusa- fort of democracy, modern Jews face the December 11, at 1:30 p.m. Refresh- retreat-leader in the New York met- CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS MOUNTAINSIDE CHAPEL lem. same critical question as their ancient ments will be served following the ropolitan area. 1781 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains 1180 Spruce Drive, Mountainside This struggle frightened Emperor ancestors did. Can Jewish traditions be service. Admission to the program is free. (908) 889-5556 (908) 232-3456 Antiochus of Syria. At that time, the preserved in the face of other strong Bishop Linden Slaugh Reverend Dr. Gregory Hagg Syrians controlled the economy and poli- cultural and religious influences? COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OUR LADY OF LOURDES RC CHURCH tics of the land of Israel. This challenge has added to the sig- Deer Path & Meeting House Lane, 300 Central Avenue, Mountainside Antiochus kept a watchful eye over nificance of Hanukkah. At the very same Torah Center Sponsors Mountainside (908) 232-1162 Israel, and worried about losing his in- time their Christian neighbors are deco- (908) 232-9490 Reverend Patrick J. Leonard Reverend Christopher R. Belden fluence to the Egyptians or the growing rating and preparing for Christmas, mod- THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH empire of Rome. To keep peace in Israel, ern Jews have renewed their connection Dec. 9 Hanukkah Party CONGREGATION ARI YEHUDA IN WESTFIELD Antiochus sided with the more Hellenis- to Hanukkah. WESTFIELD – The Union County adult and $5 per child. Reservations 1251 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains 140 Mountain Avenue tic faction of the Jews. He invaded the As they light their Hanukkah candles, (732) 541-4849 (908) 233-0301 Torah Center will host a Family Ha- are preferred, but not required. (Rear entrance of Assembly of God Church) Reverend Dr. William Ross Forbes land of Israel, and endorsed pagan sacri- today’s Jews reconnect to their own noble nukkah Party at the Clinton Manor, fices and practices in the Holy Temple. Jewish heritage. Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH This proved to be a fatal mistake. This year, Hanukkah begins on Friday 2735 Route 22 West in Union, on begins on Friday, December 3, at 1920 Cliffwood Street, Scotch Plains 229 Cowperthwaite Place, Westfield A traditionalist family of Jews, the evening, December 3, and it lasts until Thursday, December 9, from 6 to 8 sundown and continues through Sat- (908) 889-1830 (908) 232-1517 Hasmoneans, also called the Maccabees, sundown on December 11. May it be an p.m. urday December 11. Rabbi George Nudell Reverend Paul E. Kritsch rallied many Jews against Antiochus. opportunity for Jewish people everywhere There will be a children’s program Hanukkah focuses largely on the ECHO LAKE CHURCH OF CHRIST ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE The Maccabees waged a guerrilla war to rededicate themselves to Jewish tradi- featuring “Judah the Maccabi and meaning of civil liberties and reli- 419 Springfield Avenue, Westfield ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH and threatened to invite the Romans to tion. (908) 233-4946 2032 Westfield Avenue, Scotch Plains his Musical Hanukkah Show”, buf- gious freedom. Jeff Harris (908) 322-5192 fight with them. After capturing the * * * * * fet dinner, Hanukkah gelt and For more information and to re- Reverend Michael A. Merlucci Temple mount in Jerusalem, the EVANGEL CHURCH dreidles. ceive a free Hanukkah guide, please 1251 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains ST. HELEN’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Maccabees declared independence from Rabbi George Nudell serves at Con- The suggested donation is $10 per Syria. gregation Beth Israel, Scotch Plains. call (908) 789-5252. (908) 322-9300 1600 Rahway Avenue, Westfield Reverend Kevin M. Brennan (908) 232-1214 Reverend Monsignor James A. Burke FANWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Former Detective David Toma Martine Avenue & La Grande Avenue, ST. JOHN’S BAPTIST CHURCH Woodside Chapel Holds Fanwood 2387 Morse Avenue, Scotch Plains (908) 889-8891 (908) 232-6972 To Speak at St. Helen’s Church Reverend Robert T. Snell Reverend Kelmo C. Porter, Jr. Bible Hour, Evening Services THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ST. LUKE’S AFRICAN METHODIST WESTFIELD – Former Newark FANWOOD – Woodside Chapel, boxer. 170 Elm Street, Westfield EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH Naysmith at 11 a.m.; Sunday, De- police detective David Toma, a na- (908) 233-2278 500 Downer Street, Westfield located at 5 Morse Avenue in Fanwood cember 19, Dan Mearns will speak Mr. Toma, known for his straight tionally recognized authority on talk, frankness and honesty, also was Dr. Robert L. Harvey (908) 233-2547 at Westfield Road near Midway and Reverend Leon E. Randall after the Senior Choir Cantata at 11 drug and alcohol abuse, will speak FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST North Avenues, is inviting the com- a.m.; Friday, December 24, Christ- the inspiration for two popular tele- at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic vision series, “Toma” and “Baretta.” 257 Midway Avenue, Fanwood ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH munity to attend its Family Bible Hour mas Eve service at 7:30 p.m. and Church, 1600 Rahway Avenue in (908) 322-8461 414 East Broad Street, Westfield and Sunday School which held are at Sunday, December 26, Dave Brooks St. Helen’s Church is located at (908) 232-8506 Westfield, on Tuesday, December 7, 1600 Rahway Avenue. For further FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST Reverend Richard W. Reid 11 a.m. along with its evening service at 11 a.m. at 7:30 p.m. 422 East Broad Street, Westfield at 6 p.m. on Sundays. A nursery is provided during both information on the program, please (908) 233-5029 SCOTCH PLAINS BAPTIST CHURCH Mr. Toma, whose visit will be spon- call (908) 233-8444. 333 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains Speakers for the month of Decem- the 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. classes. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (908) 322-5487 sored by the St. Helen’s Youth Min- United Church of Christ ber include Sunday, December 5, For further information, please call istry, will speak on suicide, Satanic Reverend Gary Rothwell Dave Naysmith at 11 a.m. and 6 Gene Graber at (908) 889-5462 or 125 Elmer Street, Westfield worship and eating disorders. The St. Bart’s Altar Society (908) 233-2494 TEMPLE BETH O’R/BETH TORAH p.m.; Sunday, December 12, Dave Dave Brooks at (908) 789-0796. program is designed for teenagers, Dr. Christopher Atwood, Senior Minister 111 Valley Road, Clark Holds Party, Boutique Reverend Pamela Gilchrist (732) 381-8403 parents, teachers and school admin- Rabbi Shawn B. Zell istrators. SCOTCH PLAINS – St. Bartholo- FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1171 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains TEMPLE EMANU-EL Over the past 40 years, Mr. Toma mew’s Rosary Altar Society will hold (908) 322-9222 756 East Broad Street, Westfield has helped troubled youth change its annual Christmas Party and Reverend Sam Chong (908) 232-6770 their behavior by learning about their Christmas Boutique on Monday, FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff strengths and their potential. In ad- December 6, following the 7:30 p.m. 1 East Broad Street, Westfield TEMPLE SHOLOM dition to his law enforcement career, Mass. (908) 233-4211 815 W. Seventh Street, Plainfield he is a former United States Marine All women of the parish are in- Reverend David F. Harwood (908) 756-6447 Drill Instructor, a one-time profes- vited. Refreshments, raffles, prizes GRACE ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rabbi Joel N. Abraham sional baseball player and an ex- and entertainment will be provided. 1100 Boulevard, Westfield TERRILL ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH (908) 233-3938 or (908) 232-4403 1340 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains Reverend Stanford M. Sutton, Jr. (908) 322-7151 HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH Michael C. Seaman Hanukkah Show to Be 250 Gallows Hill Road, Westfield TERRILL ROAD BIBLE CHAPEL (908) 233-8533 535 Terrill Road, Fanwood Reverend Dimitrios Antokas (908) 322-4055 Broadcast on Channel 57 HOLY TRINITY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH WILLOW GROVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH WESTFIELD – The Union County Westfield Avenue & First Street, Westfield 1961 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains Jerusalem, New York and Paris, and (908) 232-8137 (908) 232-5678 Torah Center and Tzivos Hashem an animated history of Hanukkah as Reverend Joseph Masielio Reverend Kenneth G. Hetzel are sponsoring “Professor Pellah’s seen by a young boy in ancient times. WOODSIDE CHAPEL Place,” a Hanukkah adventure to be For more information, please call 5 Morse Avenue, Fanwood aired on Tuesday, December 7, and the Torah Center at (908) 789-5252. (908) 889-2375 Wednesday, December 8, at 6:30 p.m. CONGRATULATING A SCHOLAR – Elizabethtown College Provost Ronald on Comcast Cable Channel 57. J. McAllister congratulates Christine Hoyer of Fanwood during the ceremony in The half-hour TV program will which she was named Elizabethtown Scholar for 1999-2000. She was named appeal to all Jewish children and to during a convocation at Elizabethtown College in Elizabethtown, Pa. non-Jews interested in Jewish cul- ture. The drama provides a setting for children to be introduced to a Christine Hoyer is Named wide range of Jewish customs and ideals. Elizabethtown College Scholar The story is about four teenage cousins, Danny, Rena, Zak and Sara FANWOOD – Christine Hoyer of Christine is a junior who is com- who are challenged by a mystical Fanwood has been named a College pleting a double major in psychology professor Pellah and his pet fish Scholar for 1999-00 at Elizabethtown and philosophy. She is the daughter Bernie to create a campaign to pro- College, Elizabethtown, Pa. in recog- of Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Hoyer of mote awareness for the holiday of nition of high academic achievement. Fanwood. Hanukkah. The kids dream up all She was one of 46 College Schol- She is a 1997 graduate of Scotch- sorts of elaborate promotion ideas - ars were publicly recognized by Pro- Plains Fanwood High School. Chris- from Sara creating her own net- vost Ronald J. McAllister at the open- tine is a Dean’s List student and a work talk show to Zak’s MTV mu- ing convocation, which marked the member of the Psychology Club, and sic video. beginning of Elizabethtown’s 100th Activities Planning Board at During the action, cut away seg- year. Elizabethtown. ments will introduce viewers to the arts of candle making and oil press- ing, to public menorah lightings in Patient Care, Inc. Observes cities such as Moscow, London, National Home Care Month WESTFIELD – Patient Care, Inc. provide socialization and geriatric Court Trinity Women’s of Westfield recently joined home care management services. These ser- Annual Holiday Luncheon care providers nationwide in celebra- vices assist patients with everything tion of National Home Care Month, from insurance claims management To Be Held December 8 which is observed in November. to home safety evaluations. SCOTCH PLAINS – Court Trin- The annual event recognizes the The newly-established Patient Care ity of the Catholic Daughters of efforts of nurses, home health aides, Web site, www.patientcare.com, pro- America will hold its annual Christ- social workers and therapists who vides answers to common questions mas luncheon on Wednesday De- provide high-quality health care and and concerns that families may have cember 8, at 1:30 p.m. at Snuffy’s supportive services to patients in their when considering home care. Pantagis Renaissance Restaurant homes. Patient Care offers hourly/live-in in Scotch Plains. Individuals facing the challenges certified home health aides, compan- In lieu of a gift exchange, the of aging, illness or disability receive ion services and nurse visits, 24 hours members will give donations to care tailored to their specific needs. a day, seven days a week. The com- Raphael House, located at the Services include assistance with daily pany has branch office locations in former convent of St. Patrick’s living activities such as bathing, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Church in Elizabeth, which assists grooming and meal preparation, as Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky and Ohio. unmarried mothers. well as nursing visits. The patient Patient Care is accredited by the Court Trinity’s next meeting will and his or her family also receive Joint Commission on Accreditation be held on Wednesday, January 12, ongoing education and access to sup- of Healthcare Organizations at the Holy Trinity Rectory in portive services and resources. (JCAHO). The Westfield branch of- Westfield. Support of the Holy Trin- Additional services provided by fice is located at 120 Elm Street. For ity Food Pantry will continue Patient Care to enhance a patient’s more information, please call (908) through the holiday season. quality of life include companions to 654-5656. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 13 Check it out on the website! High School Sports - pgs 13-16 www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Governor Livingston Sports 15 DEVILS’ ‘D’ STOPS CARDINALS ON 45 OF 48 PLAYS Cardinal Gridders Pass Past Blue Devils in Turkey Classic

By BRUCE JOHNSON plays, and the other three were touch- over at its 20. Three Davis runs earned Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times down runs of 66 and 94 yards by three yards, but sure-handed Mike Stop Anthony (A. D.) Davis. That Davis, while the backbreaker was a Mroz muffed the punt and the Cardi- is what the Westfield High School 69-yard TD pass (off a fake to Davis) nals recovered at the Westfield 47. defenders knew they would have to do if the Blue Devils were going to knock off arch-rival Plainfield on Thanksgiving Day at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield. A victory would go a long way to salvaging an other- wise disappointing season. And, before a huge, rain-drenched crowd of over 4,000 fans, Westfield brought its “A” “D” to the game. Look at the numbers: On 45 offen- sive snaps, the explosive Cardinals David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times were limited to just 69 yards, about a KEEPING A FARMER TO THE GROUND…Raiders Louis Schultz, No. 76, and Dan Loomis, No. 75, plow a Union yard and a half per play. Unfortu- Farmer into the Scotch Plains-Fanwood turf on Thanksgiving Day. The Raiders buried the Farmers, 27-13. nately, Plainfield ran 48 offensive JONES PLOWS FOR 3 TD’S, COUSAR GETS 59-YD TD INTERCEPTION Rough Raider Gridmen Finish in Style;

Nick Ponzio for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plow Over 17th-Ranked Farmers, 27-13 SWARMING ALL OVER A HIGH-FLYING CARDINAL…The Blue Devil defense swarms all over Cardinal star Anthony Davis in the annual Thanksgiv- ing Day Classic held at Gary Kehler Stadium. Picture below: Three Devil By DAVID B. CORBIN in the history of Scotch Plains.” ingly stopped at the line appeared into the Farmer defensive defensemen prepare to pounce on a Cardinal. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Further explaining the Raiders’ of scrimmage, Jones line at their 40, reemerged, then A lesson in farming took place as success with Union, Jones said, “The miraculously streaked into the endzone, elevating with just under four minutes left in Aided by a roughing-the-kicker pen- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High coach knew that we lined up well emerged from the the score to 20-6. the game, giving the Cardinals a 20- alty, Plainfield drove to the 11, but School football team reaped victory with them. We took a tough loss last mob and, presto, into Not permitting the Farmers to 14 victory. Josh Ray and Tom Hanscom nailed by plowing over the 17th-ranked week, but our team did a great job the endzone. Doug develop their offense, Cousar The ending was similar to many Davis for a Union Farmers, 27-13, in the annual rebounding from it. The whole line Gillie’s extra point tipped the ball on an out pat- other losses this year for the 3-7 Thanksgiving Day classic in Scotch was blocking and opening up holes. gave the Raiders a tern, caught it, then galloped Devils. Highly ranked Plains. The impressive victory was It was like the old Raiders at the 7-6 lead. 59 yards down the sideline Hoboken broke their the first over Union since Raider beginning of the season. I’m happy Ferocious defen- to give the Raiders a 27-6, backs with four long Head Coach Steve Ciccotelli has taken with this and I will remember this sive pressure on halftime lead. scores; Scotch Plains- the reins and, perhaps, the first ever. game forever. The last game of my the Farmer punter With a bit of decep- Fanwood played long Demonstrating their moxie after senior season!” early in the second tion, Schiller who had ball and Nathan Jones their disappointing 14-2 loss to The Raiders’ true character was quarter by the Raiders been purposely squibbling became a household Rahway in the NJ Section 2, Group 3 tested in the first quarter when Farmer set up the next touchdown his kickoffs during the first name with his five-TD semifinals, the Raiders performed quarterback Mike Devlin completed situation. After a short drive, half, drilled a shot to an empty effort; and both Union their magic as senior standout Nathan to split end Jeff Bubnowski for a 13- the ball rested on the Farmer area on the left sideline where and Linden escaped Jones plowed for 169 yards and three yard touchdown with 7:31 left. one, but not for long as Jones it was fielded at the two. Two with victories over touchdowns and junior Gary Cousar Back came the Raiders and Jones. bashed in for the touchdown seconds later, a host of Raid- WHS using big- returned an interception 59 yards for After the kickoff sophomore quarter- with 8:37 on the clock. Gillie ers buried the Farmer return yardage touch- another touchdown. back Brian Schiller engineered a 65- booted the extra point to levitate man at the 10. downs. “It was our last game. All that was yard drive that culminated in a nine- the lead to 14-6. Jones and the Raiders ap- It’s not unre- emphasized was that we go out good,” yard Jones touchdown run with :26 The next magical trick occurred peared to be playing pos- alistic to think said Jones. “We haven’t beaten Union left in the quarter. Although seem- four minutes later when Jones dis- sessed. Tri-Captain Ron Westfield could Jenerette killed a Farmer of- have gone 6-4 fensive before it could get or even 7-3, but it will go into the two-yard loss on fourth down. started by crushing running books as 3-7. And the Blue Devils Chris Giacone’s 25-yard run and a SR. VAL GRIFFETH BECOMES PLAYER OF THE GAME back Paul DeFrancesco for a still lead the ancient rivalry with 14-yard burst by Terrence Jenkins three-yard loss on a bread-and-butter Plainfield with 47 wins, 41 losses helped move Westfield across CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 and 7 ties. midfield, but the drive stalled and David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Westfield’s defense was tested early. Ryan MacDonald’s 42-yard punt was Senior Blue Devils Out-Finesse Raider senior Anthony Cary After forcing a punt, Plainfield took CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 Juniors in Powder Puff, 14-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN yard loss. The junior defense held then a five-yard penalty put the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and took over at the 20. juniors within striking dis- Perhaps it was just the extra year of Wyckoff swept left nine yards on a tance roughly at the 25. But, education or perhaps it was the proper pitchout and was flagged by senior the omnipresent Julia Gates use of talent, but it was clear that the Kelly Picaro, but the offense sput- snagged an interception seniors had the superior offensive tered again and Meglaughlin punted at the 20. game plan in the annual Westfield to the 45. An off sides penalty Invites You to Our High School Powder Puff game as A perfectly executed pitchout and two fine runs by they trounced the juniors, 14-0, on right to Griffeth resulted in a 45- Griffeth, one which November 24 at Gary Kehler Sta- yard gallop into the endzone with was negated by a dium. Senior offensive dynamo Val just .08 left in the first quarter. clipping penalty, Griffeth made two sweeping touch- Brunetto upped the score to 8- followed. Next, a down runs to seal the helpless jun- 0 when she hooked left on a fumble recovery by iors’ fate. keeper and reached pay dirt. Marin Priestly and a Prior to the game, Josh Ponzio, one With spirit, the juniors re- five-yard sack by junior of the senior coaches, had good feel- sponded when Wyckoff received Jenna Fowler quelled ings about his team’s prospects. “We the kickoff on the 34 and re- any further senior of- have a lot of really good players turned it to the 49. Next a pitchout fensive penetration returning and I think that we will to Melissa Fry resulted in a 16- prior to the half. beat them,” he said confidently. “We yard gain to the seniors’ 35 where Coach Ryan have veteran Katy Brunetto at quar- she was forced out by Van Anglen. MacDonald col- terback and we are going to use both Wyckoff whammed her way to the 28 lected his jun- ior girls and re- SATURDAY DECEMBER 4th (7am-6pm) hashed strat- egy. “I think that we are doing a & SUNDAY DECEMBER 5th (9am-5pm) great job. It’s all just for fun anyway,” commented MacDonald. “We are go- • Over 1000 Live & Cut Christmas Trees ing to shuttle in different people to get everybody into the game. We are • Custom Decorated Wreaths & Centerpieces going to have fun and I think that we • Huge Selection of Lights & Decorations definitely have a chance to come back in the second half.” • Lighted & Unlighted Reindeer Confident that the tide was going to remain in the seniors’ favor, coach • 1000’s of Light Sets-Miles of Ribbons Pat Tuohy stated, “We are going to • Scents of the Holiday Candles take it to them and keep running the ball to the outside. We have the tal- • Free Refreshments ent, the finesse and the brains.” • See our Famous Light Display Junior Meglauglin kicked off to start the third quarter and “Tasma- nian Blue Devil” Heather Dennis Plus the Area’s Largest Selection of Poinsettias grabbed the ball and was knocked out $ David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times of bounds by Jessica Smith at the 35. •Starting at 1.99• HEADING FOR A BIG GAIN…Junior Blue Devil Taryn Wyckoff heads for a Junior Elyssa Cognetti made a leap- big gain as senior hands attempt to rip her flag. The picture above is senior ing interception at midfield, but just Parker Is Your Christmas Headquarters Where Your Kristen Leonardis. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 Family’s Holiday Traditions Begin. running and passing attacks.” Senior Erika Van Anglen kicked off and junior Taryn Wyckoff scooped the ball at the 20 and returned it to the 30. 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PUBLICATION SCHALLER, SALMOND LEAD DEVILS IN SCORING Blue Devil Girls Soccer All-Time HS Records TOP 10 SCORING ALL-TIME: Heart, Determination Define NAME YR G A PTS Sally Parizeau 85 86 56 142 Rebecca Krohn 91 103 37 140 Karen Voorhees 88 65 42 107 Lady Devils’ Soccer Season Amy Coccaro 98 52 50 102 Amy Tourtellotte 91 55 45 100 Lexi Tourtellotte 95 46 44 90 By DAVID B. CORBIN opponents. Although a mainstay on defense, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Junior Susan Williams was third Kendrick did get her day in the offen- Alicia Sugrue 83 65 17 82 Heart and fierce determination de- in team points with 16, 12 sive sun with one goal and one assist. Wendy Mahar 86 54 26 80 fined the demeanor of the Westfield goals and four as- Freshman Stacy Spass also had a Krissy Jeremiah 88 40 36 76 High School girls soccer team this sists. Juniors goal and an assist while seniors Stacy Tourtellotte 93 49 25 74 season. Finishing with a very re- Gwyn Lederman, Kristen Gundrum and Stevie CAREER GOALKEEPERS: spectable, 14-3-3 record, the Blue with six goals Larson, junior Elisa Cognetti GA (Goals allowed) Devils were led by Tri-Captains and nine as- and sophomore Elyse SO (Shut outs) Donna Schaller and Kristen Salmond sists, and Alex Goldweitz contrib- NAME YR Save GA SO David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times on offense and Leigh Kendrick on Lee, with uted one goal Marcie Williams 90 265 22 38 FULL OF WONDERFUL SUPPORT…The Raider cheerleaders gave it every- defense. seven goals thing they had to support their talented football team this season. It paid off on apiece. Amy Korchak 93 359 31 42 Thanksgiving Day! Raiders 27, Union 13. The Devil girls were competitive and eight Salmond Amy Williams 97 239 21 69 in every game and never got blown assists, tied completed her M. Vernugolpal 87 257 29 13 out. Their first and worst loss came for fourth in high school soc- Vicky Nusse 98 83 10 12 in the Union County quarterfinals points with cer career ranked Jayne Warne 82 137 20 3 where they were stunned by the Cru- 15. Sophomore 14th on the All- Sheri Filippone 84 258 38 15 Raider Gridmen Plow saders of A. L. Johnson, 3-1. Battling Morgan Lang Time Westfield Diana Florian 82 130 20 4 down to the wire, the Devil girls ripped in nine High School scor- Suzanne Williams 86 58 10 11 suffered a heartbreaking, 2-1, loss at goals and set up ing list with 35 Linda Mike 85 100 21 13 Over Farmers, 27-13 the feet of then undefeated Kearny. three assists for 12 goals and 26 assists Then finally, in the North Jersey points and senior TOP GOALKEEPERS (YEAR): CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 for 61 points. Section 2 finals, a bad-hop bounce Valerie Griffeth Schaller Based on saves per goals allowed play. Later, now on offense, Jones was the last time that we would wear gave the Rams of Randolph a 1-0 banged in five goals ranked NAME YR Saves GA SO was seen dragging Farmer tacklers the Raider blue. It is the greatest day victory over the Devils. and contributed six 16th with Amy Korchak 91 145 9 13 several yards before being brought of my life right now!” Earlier in the season, on September assists for 11 points. 29 goals Amy Williams 96 77 5 20 down. A slick reverse to Raider An- Later, with 56 seconds remaining 18, the Blue Devils tied a very strong Sophomore Jenni- and 22 Marcie Williams 89 91 6 18 thony Cary, resulted in a 13-yard in the game, Harold Burwell sealed East Brunswick team, 3-3. In that game, fer Hayes netted two assists. Amy Williams 94 52 4 19 gain to the Farmer seven. Although the victory by recovering a Farmer junior goalkeeper Michelle goals and abetted in Seven Marcie Williams 88 103 8 9 on the verge of scoring, the Farmer fumble at the Raider seven. When the Meglaughlin had probably her most five assists while junior veterans Amy Korchak 92 98 9 15 defense held and took over at the ten. time ran out, coach Ciccotelli was outstanding game of the year as she Jen Korecky had one goal and four will be lost M. Vernugopal 86 193 21 7 From there the Farmers engineered doused with water from a Gatorade made several remarkable saves. Four assists. Junior Taryn Wyckoff booted to graduation; however, nine pol- Amy Williams 93 63 7 14 a 90-yard touchdown march. A 27- bucket. days later, the Blue Devils deadlocked three goals and added one assist and ished juniors, three sophomores and Amy Korchak 92 113 13 16 yard reception by DeFrancesco fol- “It was cold,” with top-twenty ranked Cranford, 1-1. senior Erika Van Anglen had one three talented freshmen, not count- Marcie Williams 87 71 8 11 lowed by respective nine and 14- expressed an The Blue Devils outscored oppo- goal and three assists. Juniors Kerri ing some special hidden speed and TOP SCORERS (YEAR): yard receptions by Bubnowski invigorated nents 90-15 and shared the scoring Anness and Melissa Fry, with one talent from the Union County Cham- NAME YR G Asst Pts quickly placed the ball on Ciccotelli who wealth as no less than 20 girls man- goal and two assists each, and Stacy pion junior varsity squad, will offer Sally Parizeau 84 37 28 65 the Raider 40. A 22-yard attempted to aged to ripple the nets. In 15 games, Donohue, with three goals, finished the Blue Devils a very promising Sally Parizeau 83 35 19 54 keeper by Devlin and explain the Meglaughlin had 107 saves, many of with three team points apiece. season next year. Rebecca Krohn 90 39 14 53 a 17-yard touch- great turn- them superb, recorded six shutouts Blue Devil freshman midfielder Susan Williams, No. 10 Alicia Sugrue 81 30 10 40 down pass to Taji around. “I wish and yielded 14 goals for a 7.6 save- Rebecca Krohn 89 27 10 37 Alexander with that I could fig- per-game average. Freshman backup Rebecca Krohn 88 28 8 36 1:37 left in the ure it out. We keeper Kelly Schmidt had 15 saves, Wendy Maher 84 24 12 36 third quarter, put the talked to other allowed one goal and recorded four Karen Voorhees 87 24 11 35 Farmers back in the coaches about it. shutouts. Amy Tourtellotte 89 20 15 35 game. You never Schaller led the Devils with 16 Amy Tourtellotte 90 18 15 33 A short period of know. Today, goals while Salmond led in assists Suzy Folger 94 26 7 33 shaky play by the our main concern after with 12. Schaller’s 10 assists and Raiders was ex- that tough loss was Salmond’s 14 goals placed them in a TOP 10 TEAMS (YEAR): tinguished when would they be ready to tie for team points with 26. Both OFFENSE DEFENSE Jones made a play today. And they did. Schaller and Salmond were the heart YEAR GOALS YEAR ALLOWED leaping intercep- They are a great group of of the offense and demonstrated a 1984 122 1996 5 tion at the ten. kids.” fearless ability to not give ground to 1990 120 1994 5 But the ball Ciccotelli pointed out, 1983 116 1995 6 slipped from his fin- “We’re a good football team. 1989 107 1989 6 gers and, fortunately, the omnipres- We had a few blips. It’s tough. We POSTERS 1996 106 1993 8 ent linebacker Dave Herrmann had one Sunday but the kids showed The Westfield Leader and The Times 1994 98 1990 9 grabbed it at the three. their character.” have the capabilities of making large 1988 93 1988 9 “It feels real good to beat Union,” The Raiders completed their sea- color posters (24x18 and smaller) of 1999 90 1987 9 commented Herrmann. “I’m glad to son at 9-2 while the Farmers finished sports photos or any photos you may 1981 89 1991 10 be a Raider. We proved ourselves at 8-3. wish to be reproduced. Prices are 1992 89 1997 10 today. It is the first time that we beat reasonable. Call David Corbin at 1997 89 1998 10 Union 6 0 7 0 13 (908) 232-4407 or e-mail Dave for David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Union. The seniors were ready. It Sc Pln-Fanwood 7 20 0 0 27 ALWAYS IN ON THE ACTION…Senior Blue Devil Donna Schaller, No. 15, information at [email protected]. GIRLS SOCCER TRIVIA: mixes it with an East Brunswick Bear. Schaller led the Blue Devils with 16 goals TEAM RECORDS: PUBLIC NOTICE Raider Nathan Jones, No. 22 this season. CATEGORY AMT TEAM YR SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Goals 17 vs Plainfield 84 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 17 vs Linden 84 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE Raider Coach Breznitsky Honored DOCKET NO. F-2471-98. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Points in game 32 vs Edison 84 AAMES CAPITAL CORPORATION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Assists in game 16 vs Edison 84 PLAINTIFF vs. WILLIAM A. HUNTER, JR.; DOCKET NO. F-6101-96. DOCKET NO. F-8635-99. With Alumni Soccer Game ET ALS, DEFENDANT. MIDSTATES RESOURCES CORP., AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COM- INDIVIDUAL RECORDS: CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PLAINTIFF vs. JOSEPH HILL, JR.; PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. ROBERTA AMT. NAME VS YR DATED OCTOBER 1, 1998 FOR SALE HOWARD J. MCKENZIE; MCHILL, INC.; DURHAM, DEFENDANT. Goals 5- S. Parizeau vs Linden 84 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. ET ALS, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 5- R. Krohn vs Ridge 88 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED AUGUST 23, 1999 FOR SALE OF tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED JUNE 30, 1999 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Assists 5- S. Parizeau vs Edison 84 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Points 9- S. Parizeau vs Linden 84 County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Saves 25- Jayne Warne E. Brun 80 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1999 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY See it all on the web! successful bidders must have 20% of their Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., bid available in cash or certified check at the THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1999 1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said www.goleader.com conclusion of the sales. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All day. All successful bidders must have 20% The judgment amount is $109,770.48. successful bidders must have 20% of their of their bid available in cash or certified The property to be sold is located in the bid available in cash or certified check at the check at the conclusion of the sales. municipality of ELIZABETH in the County of conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is $115,530.30. UNION and State of New Jersey. The judgment amount is $144,521.29. Property to be sold is located in the City of Commonly known as 572 WALNUT The property to be sold is located in the Elizabeth, County of Union, State of New STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. City of Elizabeth, in the County of Union, Jersey. Tax LOT NO. 12, BLOCK NO. 1331. and State of New Jersey. Premises commonly known as 1053 Bond Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 172.68 Commonly known as: 158 First Street, Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. x 50.19 x 168.32 x 50.00 (IRREGULAR). Elizabeth, New Jersey. BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 186, Block Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the Tax Lot Nos.: 02, Block No.: 369. No. 12 on the official Tax Map of the City of WESTERLY side of WALNUT STREET Dimensions of Lot: 25 feet wide by 100 Elizabeth. 878.67 feet from the NORTHWESTERLY feet long. Dimensions: (approximately) 100 feet x side of MARY STREET. Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the 25 feet. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times There is due approximately the sum of Northerly side of First Street. 50 feet from Nearest Cross Street: Catherine Street. RAIDER SOCCER ALUMNI…The First Annual Scotch Plains-Fanwood High $113,449.27 together with lawful interest the Northwesterly side of South Park Street. There is due approximately the sum of School Alumni Soccer Game was contested by members of the Blue Team, above, and costs. There is due approximately the sum of $118,638.27 together with lawful interest and the White Team, below. Both teams consisted of Raiders who played for There is a full legal description on file in $148,383.48 together with lawful interest and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. and costs. There is a full legal description on file in coach Tom Breznitsky who celebrated his 25th year as Raider Head Coach. The The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. White Team won, 4-1. this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. SHERIFF this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH EPSTEIN, BROWN, MARKOWITZ & RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF GIOIA, Attorneys SHERIFF FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys 245 Green Village Road MOREJON & PUNALES, Attorneys Suite 505 P.O. Box 901 Suite 602 Sentry Office Plaza Chatham Township, New Jersey 07928- 4808 Bergenline Avenue 216 Haddon Avenue 0901 Union City, New Jersey 07087 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 CH-754121 (WL) CH-754747 (WL) CH-754774 (WL) 4 T - 11/11, 11/18, 4 T - 11/11, 11/18, 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, 11/25 & 12/2/99 Fee: $175.44 11/25 & 12/2/99 Fee: $169.32 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $169.32

David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times MAJOR FACTOR…Dave Moser was a major contributor to the White Team’s success. Todd Moser and Tony Perfilio scored the first two goals, re- spectively, for the White Team.

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The fierce wall of Brunetto fired to Paige Corbett, “Taz” Dennis and Powell at the 45 where Van Anglen was just too in- she was flagged by timidating. junior Jill Veltri. Color commentators Leonardis hooked John Toriello and Brian left to the 25 for a Kemps did an outstand- huge gain; how- ing job of analyzing the ever, a crucial events of the game and penalty backed added their unique the ball to the style of humor. Each senior 49. Next shared their opinions David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times junior Megan MAKING A SOLO TACKLE…Blue Devil Tom Hanscom, No. 21, makes a solo David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and were often in ac- EFFECTIVELY CALLING THE SIGNALS…Quarterback Katy Brunetto Rodd ripped a flag cord as the memorable tackle on Cardinal Anthony Davis in the first quarter of the Annual Thanksgiv- effectively calls the signals for the seniors during the annual Powder Puff at the junior 42. De- phrase, “It looks that way ing Day game. Football Game on the day before Thanksgiving. spite some key defen- to me, John,” was often sive plays by linebacker repeated. Jen Korecky, Griffeth later broke loose Junior Devils 0000 0 from the 37 and glided into the Senior Devils 8060 14 Cardinal Gridders Pass Scotch Plains PAL Shaves David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times “TAZ”…Tasmanian Blue Devil senior Heather Dennis prepares to roar. Past Blue Devils, 20-14 Westfield PAL ‘C’, 13-6 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 downed by Brian Gallagher at the fumbled, with Ciacciarelli alertly The Westfield Police Athletic League’s a clutch fourth down play to keep the Cardinal one. Forcing a punt, the pouncing on the ball to keep the drive “C” football team ended its season with drive alive. Quarterback Mark Boyd alive. On the next play, Giacone a 4-4 record after a 13-6 loss to Scotch gained important yardage and Mike Blue Devils took over at the Plainfield Plains at Kehler Stadium in Westfield on Venezia capped the drive with a 25- 47 and, after Giacone hit Ray for a scored untouched, thanks to a block November 20. yard touchdown run off-tackle. The 30-yard gain, the Devils took the by Jenkins that took out two defend- Westfield started on offense and got extra point attempt failed. lead on Giacone’s quarterback sneak. ers. MacDonald’s PAT was good and off to a quick start when halfback Sean The Blue Devil defense, led by tackles MacDonald added the PAT. with about five minutes left the game Ferro ran around left end for a 39-yard from Derek Anderson, Ryan Yarusi, Sean As in the Hoboken game, when the was knotted at 14. gain on the game’s second play. Unfortu- Sullivan, Kevin Anderson, Chris Sailors visitors broke a long touchdown on Taking over at its 35, Plainfield nately, the drive stalled and Westfield and Robert Cox, played well. Nicholas the first play after a Devil score, ran Davis for a yard (Gallagher and turned the ball over on downs at the Delpupolo got Westfield’s second turn- Plainfield got its crowd back into the Barr on the stop) before taking a five- Scotch Plains 29-yard line. over with an interception and Moore yard penalty. But on second-and-14, The Raiders then exploded with an batted down a Raider pass. game when Davis took a pitch to the eight-play drive culminating in a 20-yard With the Westfield offense struggling, far side, got a couple of nice blocks Lowery faked to Davis and Bobby touchdown pass. Then, the Raiders ex- Scotch Plains added a touchdown late in and raced 66 yards to score. A bad Holloman broke free behind Giacone tended their lead to 7-0 when they com- the fourth quarter thanks to excellent snap caused the PAT to be missed and in the secondary. Lowery’s pass was pleted a pass for the extra point. field position. Westfield held a 7-6 halftime lead. a wobbler, but Holloman grabbed it On the Raiders’ next possession, the Ferro led Westfield in rushing with 77 The Devils could not take advan- and barely outraced Giacone for the Little Blue Devils forced a fumble, yards and Venezia added 52 yards rush- tage of a blocked punt on Plainfield’s go-ahead score. which was recovered by Thomas Moore. ing and 10 yards receiving. Defensively, first possession of the second half, Following the kickoff, Westfield’s The Blue Devils cashed in on their Santo Nardo led the Devils with six but another MacDonald punt rolled three plays all lost yardage and after opportunity with an impressive eight- tackles, Stanton Sturgis and Ryan a punt, Plainfield ran out the clock. play drive of their own. Ferro had the Torcicollo each had five, Richard Delaney David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times dead at the Cardinals two-yard line. On third and six, Davis took the Plainfield 0686 20 key play when he gained three yards on had four and Eric Scrudato had three. NOT AFRAID TO ‘SQUEAK’ UP…Juniors enjoy themselves in the Homecom- Westfield 0707 14 ing Parade and do not plan to “mouse” around in the Powder Puff Game. handoff, reversed direction in the backfield and outran everybody for PUBLIC NOTICE his 94-yard touchdown (sound simi- SPF Soccer Express Capture SHERIFF’S SALE lar to the Linden game?). Sopho- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Killer Bees End Season With more quarterback Mike Lowery ran CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Second at Deptford Classic the PAT and it was 14-7 Plainfield. DOCKET NO. F-21576-98. But there was no quit in the Devils. CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE 2-1 Victory Over Union CORPORATION, A DELAWARE CORP., The SPF U12 Express boys soccer and left wing. The defense — ends Gallagher and PLAINTIFF vs. ALBERT LATORRE AND team captured second place in the annual Against the Cherry Hill United Blast, The U14 Westfield Killer Bees soccer Emily Mortenson, Kate Albino and Paul Johnston, tackles Joey Saunders MRS. ALBERT LATORRE, HIS WIFE; ET West Deptford Thanksgiving tournament, the Express took control early and won, team finished in second place after an Justine Palme. and Kantu Barr, linebackers Ray, ALS, DEFENDANT. finishing with a 3-1 record. 2-0. Bell scored first on a low outside very intense and exciting, 2-1, victory In the second half, both teams battled David King, Mike Ciacciarelli and CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, The Express defeated the Gaetano FC shot that slid past the goalie untouched. over the Union Quasars on November 21. DATED AUGUST 11, 1999 FOR SALE OF up and down the field. One Quasar shot Pat Tuohy, and defensive backs MORTGAGED PREMISES. United, 1-0, but wasted several opportu- Young scored the second goal after a The Quasars pulsated with an attack hit the post and deflected in to tie the Giacone, Mroz and Hanscom — was By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- nities before Joey Dziedzic buried an corner kick by DeFiore. Balch, Jack Davis up the middle, keyed by their strong, fast score. Westfield stoppers Marykate all over the Cardinals, who had nega- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by outside shot, assisted by Joe Cepparulo. and Mark Ciecura were aggressive in center striker. The Bees stung and para- Mahr and Reynolds then silenced the tive 14 yards on their next 10 plays, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Sean Young, Jeff Bell and Brian Osbahr midfield and Fleissner and Matt lyzed the Union attack as stoppers Annie Quasar striker. resulting in two punts and a lost County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, provided a smothering defense. Matt Hirschhorn pressured the defense the Onishi and Maggie Reynolds played close Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Meanwhile, Laura Shelman and fumble. Fleissner and Jeffrey Annese attacked entire game. tight defense. Westfield counter attacked Reynolds continued the attack up the THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1999 from the wings and Clayton Balch played The Express lost 2-1 in the champion- up the wings taking advantage of excel- wings with great crossing shots. With Early in the fourth quarter, West- at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All well at midfield. ship game against the Mt. Laurel United lent crosses by wings Lauren Purdy and field was in business at the Plainfield successful bidders must have 20% of their only 15 minutes left, Hove at right half bid available in cash or certified check at the Next, the 1-0 victory against the Gladiators that dominated the fatigued Carrie Hubbard. brought the ball up from midfield and 41 after a short punt. A 15-yard pass conclusion of the sales. Haddonfield Dynamos belonged to goalie Express, but eked out the victory on a The first goal came after fullback Emily slid a pass to center half Palatucci, who interference penalty and a 13-yard The judgment amount is $169,398.76. D. J. Garrett, who was peppered early great shot early in the second half. After MacNeil sent a long pass up to Hubbard made a perfect pivot shot for the win- burst by Giacone put the ball at the The property to be sold is located in the but refused to yield and made a great save Ciecura was tripped, DeFiore took a free on wing. Hubbard dribbled the ball to the ning goal. nine. Jenkins ran for five, but City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State on a breakaway. kick and Davis converted for the goal. corner and made a perfect cross to Gio of New Jersey. The Express battled back and played Young, Osbahr, Bell and Cepparrulo Palatucci, who buzzed a shot into the net. PUBLIC NOTICE It is commonly known as 249-51 Ripley Haddonfield even until Fleissner scored played terrific defense to keep the Ex- The Killer Bees held the lead until half- PUBLIC NOTICE Place, Elizabeth, New Jersey. It is known and designated as Block No. 1, on an assist from Young. Osbahr and press in the game. time with solid goal tending by Maria SHERIFF’S SALE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Lot No. 603. Bell were strong in defense, Jonathan The Express finished with a 14-8-3 Hove, combined with excellent overlap- ESTATE OF ELIZABETH A. WEHRLE, The dimensions are 52.13 feet wide by DeFiore was aggressive at midfield and record, including a first and two seconds ping defense by fullbacks Lauren Meriton, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Deceased. DOCKET NO. F-17438-97. 70.67 feet long. Balch doubled effectively at halfback in tournaments. Pursuant to the order of MARY M. Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- TROWBRIDGE, Acting Surrogate of the PUBLIC NOTICE TIFF vs. LUIS RAMIREZ AND ZORAIDA easterly line of Ripley Place, 150.0 feet from County of Union, made on the 24th day of the southeasterly line of Third Street. RAMIREZ HIS WIFE; LILIANA RAMIREZ, November, A.D., 1999, upon the application SHERIFF’S SALE ET ALS, DEFENDANT. Prior lien(s): None. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, of the undersigned, as Executor of the es- There is due approximately the sum of SP-F U-12 Soccer Jazz Finish CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, tate of said deceased, notice is hereby given CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DATED JULY 27, 1999 FOR SALE OF $173,870.73 together with lawful interest DOCKET NO. F-2200-99. to the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to and costs. MORTGAGED PREMISES. the subscriber under oath or affirmation BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- There is a full legal description on file in CALIFORNIA, N.A., ET ALS, PLAINTIFF their claims and demands against the estate the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Second at Rahway Tourney tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by of said deceased within six months from the vs. ELIE MAURICE, DEFENDANT. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, date of said order, or they will be forever this sale. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jazz girls the open net for a 1-0 victory. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, barred from prosecuting or recovering the inter-city soccer team scored three straight DATED AUGUST 3, 1999 FOR SALE OF Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY RALPH FROEHLICH Finally, the Jazz battled Berkeley MORTGAGED PREMISES. same against the subscriber. SHERIFF victories to earn second place in the girls THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1999 Thomas O’ Wehrle Heights and dominated early. Lauren By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & U-12 division of the Rahway Thanksgiv- Hercel and Bitsy Kipping both took tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Executor KAPNICK, Attorneys successful bidders must have 20% of their Snevily, Ely, Williams, ing Tournament. The Jazz endured an shots that just missed their marks. At public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union bid available in cash or certified check at the Suite 300 early loss to the eventual tournament County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Gurrieri & Blatz, Attorneys 293 Eisenhower Parkway the 20-minute mark Kristen Henkels conclusion of the sales. 308 East Broad Street winner, but won their last three games. stopped a Berkeley rush and passed to Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY The judgment amount is $156,390.17. Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1999 P.O. Box 2007 CH-754748 (WL) Against the Staten Island Lasers, Jessica Churgin. Churgin passed to The property to be sold is located in the Westfield, New Jersey 07091 Lindsey Fitzgerald scored from 18 yards at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All CITY of Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208, 4 T - 11/11, 11/18, Jess McGarry who blasted a shot that successful bidders must have 20% of their 1 T – 12/2/99, The Leader Fee: $21.42 11/25 & 12/2/99 Fee: $181.56 out. Later, Becca McGuire booted to was knocked away by the goalie, but County of UNION and State of New Jersey. bid available in cash or certified check at the Commonly known as 254 Westfield Av- Gaby Falco, who then streaked up the left Mains pounced on the rebound and conclusion of the sales. side where she passed to Lauren Mains. enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208. rippled the net. The judgment amount is $82,154.43. Tax Lot No. 1650 in Block No. 13. Mains headed to Shannon Hauser who In the second half, the Jazz contin- Bankers Trust Company of California, Dimension of Lot: Approximately 23.50 added the insurance goal with a rifle shot ued their attack as Brian Falco scorched N.A. As Trustee Under The Pooling And feet wide by 200.00 feet long. into the far corner. a shot from 20 yards away. The goalie Servicing Agreement, Dated as of Septem- Nearest Cross Street: Chilton Street. Next, against the Edison Comets, the made the save, but the defense failed to ber 29, 1998, Delta Funding Home Equity Situate at a point on the southerly sideline game was scoreless until the closing Loan Trust 1998-3 vs. Elie Maurice. of Westfield Avenue distance approximately clear and Loni Kaye nailed a shot just City of Elizabeth, County of Union, State minutes. Maddie Wasser stole the ball inside the left post. The Jazz held on to 663.50 feet westerly from its intersection of New Jersey. with the westerly sideline of Chilton Street. and ripped an outlet pass to Meaghan win 2-1. STREET ADDRESS: 328 Pine Street, Kelly at midfield. Kelly streaked ahead There is due approximately the sum of Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206. $160,534.14 together with lawful interest on a breakaway, but as the goalie came PUBLIC NOTICE TAX LOT NO. 479, BLOCK NO. 1. and costs. out to cut the angle, Kelly alertly slipped DIMENSIONS: 100.00 feet x 25.00 feet x There is a full legal description on file in the ball to Mains who poked the ball into NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT 100.00 feet x 25.00 feet. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY NEAREST CROSS STREET: Third The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn PUBLIC NOTICE THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Street. this sale. CONTRACTOR: Wallace, Roberts & There is due approximately the sum of RALPH FROEHLICH Todd, 260 South Broad Street, Philadel- NOTICE TO CREDITORS $84,421.13 together with lawful interest and SHERIFF phia, Pennsylvania, 19102. ESTATE OF MARY PIROLOZZI, also costs. FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, NATURE OF SERVICE: Developing a known as MARY F. PIROLOZZI, Deceased. There is a full legal description on file in Attorneys proposal concerning the improvement of the Pursuant to the order of MARY M. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Suite 201 Scotch Plains Business District. TROWBRIDGE, Acting Surrogate of the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 7 Century Drive DURATION: Until completion of above County of Union, made on the 24th day of this sale. Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 matter. November, A.D., 1999, upon the application RALPH FROEHLICH CH-754723 (WL) AMOUNT: $17,000 additional to retain as of the undersigned, as Executor of the es- SHERIFF 4 T - 11/11, 11/18, sub-contractor: Schoor, DePalma, Justin tate of said deceased, notice is hereby given BUDD, LARNER, GROSS, 11/25 & 12/2/99 Fee: $177.48 Corporate Center, 200 State Highway Nine, to the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to ROSENBAUM, GREENBERG & SADE, P.O. Box 900, Manalapa, New Jersey, the subscriber under oath or affirmation Attorneys 07720. their claims and demands against the estate Woodland Falls Corporate Park THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT of said deceased within six months from the 200 Lake Drive East FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE date of said order, or they will be forever Suite 100 OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. barred from prosecuting or recovering the Cherry Hill, New Jersey08002-4805 BARBARA RIEPE same against the subscriber. 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By FRED LECOMTE eight-yard run thus finalizing the score drove for the first down. Ferguson Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 25-7. scrambled for seven more, putting the The Governor Livingston Highland- The Highlanders defense lived up to ball on the Pioneer 48. Findlay con- ers football season concluded on Thanks- its stingy reputation, holding the Pio- nected with Tim Marcantonio, who to- giving Day at Leider Field in New Provi- neers in check throughout most of the taled 25 yards receiving, for 13 dence with a 25-7 loss to the undefeated first quarter. With the ball spotted on yards. Two plays later, Pioneers. the one-yard line on first and goal, se- Findlay aired to jun- Undaunted by their opponent’s un- nior Mike Farrell halted Tremayne Fogg blemished 10-0 record and less than in his tracks. Fred Williams took care of favorable field conditions, both High- Fogg on second down, then Marty lander players and fans had much to Maroney and Rob Findlay stopped cheer about as Highlander senior Jer- Fiorilli to set up a fourth and one. emy Ferguson rumbled for a two-yard With 5:09 re- touchdown. The first half ended, favor- maining in ing New Providence with a narrow 13- the 7 edge. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times CONSIDERING A PASS…Highlander quarterback Rob Findlay, No. 14, considers passing through the rugged Pioneer The Pioneers sealed their victory in defense and hopes that his offensive line allows him time to find an open receiver. Undefeated New Providence won the the third quarter with quarterback Andy Thanksgiving Day Classic, 25-7. Below, a group of Highlanders smother a Pioneer running back. Silvagni scoring on a two-yard run, while junior fullback Ron Fiorilli scored on a SPF Soccer Sideliners Take SP-F U-9 Cosmos Defeat

Second in Rahway Tourney Bridgewater Boys, 3-1 first quarter, The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Soccer attempts. Dunphy’s aggressive ball han- Fogg plunged in from the one. Mike The Sideliners of the Scotch Plains- pressure on the Lions goalie. However, Association’s Under-9 boys Cosmos team dling and Chris McManus’ solid defense Hieber kicked the extra point giving ior Steve Bergeski for 15-yards, placing Fanwood Intercity U9 division capped defense is what won this game. Michael defeated Bridgewater, 3-1, and celebrated kept Bridgewater from entering Cosmos New Providence a 7-0 advantage. the ball on the 11. Then Robina, play in the Rahway Tournament by cap- Scannell went the distance in goal and the team’s last game of the season. territory. Forward Zach Peart made sev- Throughout most of the second quar- Felezzola and Farrell provided the block- turing second place on November 27. was magnificent in registering the shut- Bridgewater came on strong immedi- eral runs at the Bridgewater goal to keep ter the Highlanders stiff defense stood ing as Ferguson, who had 53 total yards, After winning their first two games, the out. He was helped out by the aggressive ately and sent a high kick over the head up the pressure. up against the Pioneer offensive ma- blasted in for the score. K. C. Miller’s Sideliners defeated the Fairfield/West defense of Greg Bencivengo, Danny Gore, of Cosmos goalie Michael Roth for the Cosmos forward Eric Murphy scored the chine highlighted by junior Tom Robina kick was good as the scored tightened to Essex Lions, 1-0, to reach the finals. Brendan McEvoy and Ellis. first goal. The Cosmos quickly recov- final goal in the third quarter, with help who recorded a 13-yard sack, and the 13-7 with 13 ticks left in the half. Against the Lions, the two teams locked The afternoon game pitted the Sidelin- ered, as Roth thwarted four more from Dunphy and Grimm. Defenseman solid play of Williams, Farrell, Mark The third quarter was dominated by horns in a real nail biter. The game was ers against the Den of Lions from New- Bridgewater attempts and Colin Grimm’s Paul Spicer stopped a crucial Bridgewater Felezzola and Maroney. Pioneer offensive back Tremayne Fogg, decided when Josef Ellis successfully ark with first place on the line. However, defense helped keep Bridgewater away goal attempt late in the game. With 5:44 remaining in the half, the carrying for 10 and 17 yards, respec- netted a penalty kick. the Sideliner express was finally de- from the net in the first half. Cosmos Coach Howard Koransky thanked Pioneers were not to be denied, when tively, placing the ball on the High- The Sideliners had several chances to railed as they fell by the score of 4-1. Cosmos forward Jack Dunphy set up his assistant coaches, Nina Byron and Gene sophomore tailback, Wesley Girnius lander 17. Avoiding several tackles, score as Lester Nare, Thomas Holt, Jo- Bencivengo got the lone score. Del right wing Mark Koransky to score in the McManus and praised the boys’ efforts. showcased his excellent speed behind a Fogg advanced to the nine. Despite seph Del Prete, Angelo Cerimele, Patrick Prete, Nare, Holt, Ellis and Cerimele all first quarter. Michael Bumiller and Eddie “The team’s goals at the beginning of host of interior linemen on a right slant stiff resistance by the defense, quarter- Clancy and Andrew Smith kept constant had chances but failed to capitalize. Byron also made several goal attempts in the season were to learn how to play and motored 54 yards into the end-zone back Silvagni broke for his two-yard Scannell, Gore, McEvoy, Smith and the first and second quarters, but they better soccer, and to have fun,” Koransky to extend the Pioneers lead 13-0. touchdown with 6:27 on the clock. PUBLIC NOTICE Clancy also turned in a solid game. When were deflected. Koransky scored again said. “We definitely accomplished those The Highlanders noted as “a team Findlay and Ferguson nullified the run the final whistle blew, the Sideliners in the second quarter, with help from left goals, and their parents and I are proud of SHERIFF’S SALE that never gives up till the final whistle”, for extra points as the Pioneers forged proudly accepted their hard earned sec- wing Huan Nguyen. these boys. It was a pleasure to be a part began their drive to the Pioneer endzone SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ond place trophies as they posted a 3-1 Cosmos second-half goalie Eddie of this team.” ahead 19-7. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, mark in the tournament. Byron held off five Bridgewater goal The Cosmos ended its season 5-4-1. from their 31. Findlay picked up nine- Four minutes later the Pioneers threat- DOCKET NO. F-15523-98. yards on a keeper and Tom Geraghty ened again with the duet of Fogg and THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS Fiorelli, advancing the ball to the High- TRUSTEE UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT SERIES 1995 lander eight. With 0:16 in the quarter, AT 101 BARCLAY STREET, NEW YORK, SP-F U9 Sideliners Thump Fiorelli slithered his way through the NEW YORK 10286 CORP TRUST-MBS, Highlander defense, for the touchdown PLAINTIFF vs. GUILHERMINA DAS- to secure a 25-7 Pioneer advantage. GRACAS-VOLZ A/K/A GUILHERMINA Soccer Warriors, Metros The Highlanders, with Miller calling DAS GRACAS-VOLZ ET AL, DEFEN- signals and 2:39 remaining in the game, DANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, The Sideliners of the Scotch Plains- shots. They were assisted defensively connected with Ferguson for 17-yards to DATED AUGUST 11, 1999 FOR SALE OF Fanwood Intercity U9 division opened by Greg Bencivengo, Danny Gore, the Pioneer 15. Unfortunately for the MORTGAGED PREMISES. play in the Rahway Tournament in stun- Brendan McEvoy and Joseph Ellis who Highlanders, a fumble recovery by the By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- ning fashion by defeating the Oldbridge constantly put their bodies between the Pioneers stalled the drive as the Pio- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Warriors, 6-1, and the Colonia Metros, ball and the net. neers preserved their undefeated sea- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union 8-2, on November 26. Lester Nare was virtually unstoppable son. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, In the first game, the Sideliners fell on the offensive end as he picked up Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Gov Livingston 0 7 0 0 7 THE 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., behind the Warriors, 1-0, but quickly three goals for the “hat trick”. Thomas New Providence 7 6 12 0 25 1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said bounced back for the victory. Michael Holt and Joseph Del Prete added one day. All successful bidders must have 20% Scannell and Andrew Smith were flaw- each while Ellis scored on a penalty of their bid available in cash or certified less in goal as they combined to stop 11 kick. Ellis, McEvoy and Scannell also check at the conclusion of the sales. picked up an assist each in the game. See it all on the web! The judgment amount is $258,217.46. PUBLIC NOTICE Against the Metros, the Sideliners The property to be sold is located in the again fell behind, 1-0, but this game was CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of BOROUGH OF FANWOOD never in question as they limited the www.goleader.com UNION, and the State of New Jersey. PLANNING BOARD Tax LOT (ACCOUNT) NO. 130 BLOCK Notice is hereby given that on December Metros to only five shots on goal. Once RECEIVING A PROCLAMATION…Pat Antonelli, left, receives a proclama- (WARD) NO. 12 F/K/A LOT (ACCOUNT) 22, 1999 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of again, the Sideliner defense was awe- tion from Union County Freeholder Mary Ruotolo for her participation in the Sprung Competes in NO. 2 BLOCK (WARD) NO. 12. the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine some. Bencivengo, Ellis, Nare, Gore, Dublin Marathon. COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1109 ALINA Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey the Fanwood Scannell, Smith and McEvoy completely STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JESERY Planning Board will hold a public hearing to smothered their opponents. National Golf Finals 07201. consider the appeal of Mr. and Mrs. Richard As good as the defense was, the of- Michael Sprung, a seventh grader at Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Lieblich for a bulk variance to erect a fence fense was even sharper. Holt was the County Freeholder Honors Terrill Middle School in Scotch Plains, 100.00 feet wide by 30.00 feet long. and from the requirements of Chapter 93 of offensive star for the Sideliners as he Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the the code of the Borough of Fanwood and recently competed in The Golf NORTHEASTERLY side of ALINA from from provisions of subparagraph 93- collected two goals. Ellis, Del Prete, Channel’s Drive, Chip & Putt Junior the NORTHWESTERLY side of MADISON 14C(2)(a) (6 foot solid fence in street side McEvoy, Clancy, Nare and Cerimele Irish Marathon Participant Golf Skills Competition National Fi- AVENUE. yard) on the property at 135 South Glenwood also tallied a goal each. Ellis, Del Prete, Union County Freeholder Mary to run in the Dublin marathon because nals on November 13 at Arnold Palmer’s There is due approximately the sum of Road, Fanwood, New Jersey also known as McEvoy and Cerimele each picked up Ruotolo praised the dedication of Pat of her Irish heritage and the exposure of Bay Hill Club and Lodge in Orlando, $264,933.61 together with lawful interest Block No. 71 Lot No. 28 on the Fanwood Tax an assist. Florida. and costs. Map. Antonelli who recently ran in the Dublin running in an international event. Ireland Marathon to raise awareness “I join the entire Board of Freehold- The Golf Channel hosted 29 regional There is a full legal description on file in All interested persons may be present and events throughout the year, which in- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. heard. PUBLIC NOTICE and funds for Diabetes. ers in wholeheartedly commending Mrs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The file pertaining to this application is “It is such a pleasure recognizing Antonelli for competing in the mara- volved 3,000 golfers between the ages this sale. available for public inspection during normal NOTICE TO DAVID COLELLO AND Mrs. Antonelli for her participation in a thon and for raising more than $5,000 of seven and 12. Sprung was the top 11- RALPH FROEHLICH business hours from the Secretary of the STEPHEN COLELLO 26.2 mile Dublin Marathon and for do- for Diabetes research,” Freeholder 12 year old golfer in the Metro New SHERIFF Board at the Administration Offices of the On September 19, 1999, FRANK J. nating all the money she raised to the Ruotolo said as she presented a Resolu- York Region and was one of ten golfers SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, Attorney Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine COLELLO, SR., also known as FRANK American Diabetes Association,” Free- tion to her during a recent meeting of the in the United States in that category to Suite J Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. JOHN COLELLO, SR., died. The Last Will compete in the tournament. The Golf 406 Lippincott Drive Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lieblich and Testament of FRANK J. COLELLO, a/ holder Ruotolo said. Board. Mrs. Antonelli began running 12 years Freeholder Chairman Nicholas P. Channel will broadcast the Drive, Chip Marlton, New Jersey 08053 135 South Glenwood Road k/a FRANK JOHN COLELLO, SR., dated and Putt National Finals as a one-half CH-754281 (WL) Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 March 3, 1998 was admitted to probate in ago after she quit smoking and decided Scutari said it is important to recognize 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, 1 T – 12/2/99, The Times Fee: $25.50 the Union County Surrogate’s Office, 2 Broad citizens for their efforts on behalf of hour program between November 25 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $197.88 Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on October PUBLIC NOTICE organization such as the American Dia- and December 27. PUBLIC NOTICE 15, 1999. The Honorable Mary Trowbridge, betes Association. “Mrs. Antonelli has PUBLIC NOTICE Acting Surrogate, appointed ELLEN L. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT helped in a multitude of ways including CITATION FOR UNKNOWN SPOUSE USHAY, 123 Severin Court, Cranford, New FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY raising awareness and money for re- SHERIFF’S SALE OR DECEDENT Jersey, as Executrix. Pursuant to the Will, THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, search. We thank her for her efforts,” SURROGATE’S COURT OF THE both DAVID COLELLO and STEPHEN CONTRACTOR: Hill Wallack, 202 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Scutari said. STATE OF NEW YORK COLELLO have an interest in the Estate. A Carnegie Center, Princeton, New Jersey. DOCKET NO. F-11289-97. Mrs. Antonelli is married to Sal MONROE COUNTY copy of the Will will be furnished upon NATURE OF SERVICE: Representing OCWEN FEDERAL BANK FSB, PLAIN- request. the Township in the matter of Lapid Laurel v. Antonelli, who works in The County of TIFF vs. KENNETH SCHWARZ AND File No.: 1999 DT 00073 ELLEN USHAY, Township of Scotch Plains, Docket No. 99- Union Division of Policy and Planning MARGARET SCHWARZ, HUSBAND AND The People of the State of New York, by Executrix 2461. Department of Economic Development. WIFE, DEFENDANT. the grace of God free and independent, To: JOHN H. SKARBNIK, ESQ. DURATION: Until completion of above They have two children and live In West- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, H. WARREN DARNELL, also known as WALDER, SONDAK & BROGAN, P.A. matter. DATED JANUARY 27, 1998 FOR SALE field. WARREN H. DARNELL, (Alleged to Be the 5 Becker Farm Road AMOUNT: $35,000. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Surviving Spouse of DOROTHY M. Roseland, New Jersey 07068 THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT PUBLIC NOTICE By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DOLBOW), if living, but if dead, his legal 1 T – 12/2/99, The Leader Fee: $22.44 FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by SHERIFF’S SALE representatives, assigns and all persons OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, who by purchase, inheritance otherwise have PUBLIC NOTICE BARBARA RIEPE County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, or claim to have an interest in the Estate of TOWNSHIP CLERK Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-10433-97. DOROTHY M. DOLBOW, deceased, de- 1 T – 12/2/99, The Times Fee: $16.83 THE 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, WALSH SECURITIES, INC., A rived by Law, if surviving said decedent 1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DELAWARE CORPORATION, PLAIN- spouse, whose address(s) are unknown to PUBLIC NOTICE day. All successful bidders must have 20% DOCKET NO. F-7603-99. TIFF vs. GODFREY COGGINS AND MRS. the petitioner. Michael Sprung of their bid available in cash or certified WMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, SHERIFF’S SALE GODFREY COGGINS, HIS WIFE; ET ALS, A petition for Probate and for final Distri- check at the conclusion of the sales. PLAINTIFF vs. ZIENAB H. ALI, ET AL, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DEFENDANT. bution, and settlement has been duly filed by The judgment amount is $189.616.39. DEFENDANT. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, JUDITH MAINWARING, EXECUTRIX Mortage made by Kenneth Schwarz and CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-5190-99. DATED AUGUST 4, 1999 FOR SALE OF whose address is: Margaret Schwarz, husband and wife to GE DATED AUGUST 27, 1999 FOR SALE OF FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE MORTGAGED PREMISES. c/o John J. Pisaturo, Esq. POSTERS Capital Mortgage Services, Inc. f/k/a Travel- MORTGAGED PREMISES. ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF vs. S. L. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- 380 South Union Street ers Mortgage Services, Inc. dated March By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- JONES, DEFENDANT. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by The Westfield Leader and The Times Spencerport New York, 14559 17, 1989 and recorded in the Union County tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union have the capabilities of making large You ARE HEREBY CITED to show cause Register’s Office on March 20, 1989 in public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union DATED AUGUST 6, 1999 FOR SALE OF County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, color posters (24x18 and smaller) of before the Surrogate’s Court, Monroe Mortgage Book 3959, at page 0607. Said County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, MORTGAGED PREMISES. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County, at the Hall of Justice, 99 Exchange sports photos or any photos you may mortgage assigned from GE Capital Mort- Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- THE 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., Street, Fifth Floor, in the City of Rochester, wish to be reproduced. Prices are gage Services, Inc. to Ocwen Federal Bank, THE 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by 1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said New York, on December 13, 1999, at 9:30 reasonable. Call David Corbin at FSB by Assignment of Mortgage being filed 1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union day. All successful bidders must have 20% o’clock in the aforenoon of that day, why the (908) 232-4407 or e-mail Dave for simultaneously herewith. day. All successful bidders must have 20% County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, of their bid available in cash or certified Assets should not be Distributed, without Nearest Intersection: BEGINNING at a of their bid available in cash or certified Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY check at the conclusion of the sales. information at [email protected]. any award to you, and why the Executrix, point in the northwesterly line of Hillside check at the conclusion of the sales. THE 15TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., The judgment amount is 152,212.71. Judith Wainwaring of the Estate of Dorothy Road, distant 42.88 feet northeasterly from The judgment amount is $104,343.91. 1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said The property to be sold is located in the M. Dolbow should settle this estate without its intersection with the northeasterly line of MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. day. All successful bidders must have 20% City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State any payment to you, and as otherwise pro- PUBLIC NOTICE Magie Avenue. COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- of their bid available in cash or certified of New Jersey. vided by Law Mortgaged premises commonly known SEY. check at the conclusion of the sales. It is commonly known as 418 Fulton Street, NOTICE TO CREDITORS as 304 Hillside Road, North Elizabeth, New Dated, Attested and Sealed, STREET AND STREET NO.: 429 The judgment amount is $23,352.22. Elizabeth, New Jersey. ESTATE OF GUDRUN RECKNAGEL, Jersey 07208. on November 8, 1999. Livingston Street. Municipality: Elizabeth. It is known and designated as Block No. 3, also known as GUDRUN EMILIE BEING Lot No. 1009 in Block No. 10 on Hon. Arnold F. Ciaccio, TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 24, Street Address: 842 Rebecca Place. Lot No. 540. RECKNAGEL, Deceased. the Official Tax Map of the City of Elizabeth, Monroe County Surrogate LOT NO. 36. Tax Lot No. 17, Tax Block No. F. The dimensions are 25.00 feet wide by Pursuant to the order of MARY M. County of Union, State of New Jersey. John P. Schaefer, DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 FEET X 100 Approximate dimensions: 25 feet x 125 100.00 feet long. TROWBRIDGE, Acting Surrogate of the Approximate Dimensions: 45 feet wide x Chief Clerk FEET. feet x 13 feet x 31.34 feet x 12.19 feet x Nearest cross street: Fourth Street. County of Union, made on the 24th day of 96 feet long. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 350 feet 158.48 feet. Prior lien(s): None. November, A.D., 1999, upon the application John J. Pisaturo, Esq., Attorney There is due approximately the sum of Washington Street. Nearest cross street: Smith Street There is due approximately the sum of of the undersigned, as Executor of the es- for Petitioner, PO 114, $195,398.25 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of $156,253.19 together with lawful interest tate of said deceased, notice is hereby given 380 South Union Street and costs. $107,167.29 together with lawful interest $24,136.48 together with lawful interest and and costs. to the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to Spencerport, NY 14559 There is a full legal description on file in and costs. costs. There is a full legal description on file in the subscriber under oath or affirmation (716) 352-8818 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. their claims and demands against the estate The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn (This citation is served upon you as re- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn of said deceased within six months from the this sale. quired by law. You are not required to ap- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. date of said order, or they will be forever RALPH FROEHLICH pear. If you fail to appear, it will be assumed this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH barred from prosecuting or recovering the SHERIFF you do not object to the relief requested. You RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF same against the subscriber. KARASIC, STONE & CASTELLUCIA, have a right to have an attorney-at-law ap- SHERIFF SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & Fred A. Recknagel Attorneys pear for you. If a copy of the informal Distri- WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE, KURZWEIL, KAPNICK, Attorneys Executor 255 Monmouth Road bution not attached to this citation, you have 737 Stokes Road WEBER & SCIALABBA, Attorneys Suite 300 Buttermore, Mullen, P.O. Box 240 a right to receive a copy of the will, assets, P.O. Box 1088 905 North Kings Highway 293 Eisenhower Parkway Jeremiah & Phillips, Attorneys Oakhurst, New Jersey 07755 and plan for Distribution from the petitioner Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034-1569 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 445 East Broad Street CH-753742 (WL) or the petitioner’s attorney.) CH-754780 (WL) CH-754765 (WL) CH-754759 (WL) P.O. Box 2189 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, 4 T – 11/18, 11/25, 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $212.16 12/2 & 12/9/99, The Leader Fee: $212.16 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $165.24 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $153.00 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $175.44 1 T – 12/2/99, The Leader Fee: $22.44 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 17 Nicole’s Yoga Center Begins Town Bank to Purchase Early Spring Session Jan. 10 Rorden Bldg. in Westfield GARWOOD – Nicole’s Yoga Center Open House events will be available has begun registration for its early spring Monday, January 3, from 4 to 7 p.m.; By PAUL J. PEYTON for both deposit and loan activity. session, which begins Monday, January, Thursday, January 6, from 2 to 5 p.m. and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times He said by opening a north side 10 and runs through Saturday, March 11. Saturday, January 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. WESTFIELD – The Town Bank of location, “We (the Town Bank) are Nicole’s Yoga center, 94 North Av- Yoga is an ancient tradition orientated Westfield has announced that it has bringing the mountain to the people,” enue in Garwood, offers a variety of toward self-development that includes signed a contract to purchase the noting that business people on the north Yoga sessions, from beginning to ad- proper posture and breathing. Classes Rorden Building at 44 Elm Street for side will likely find the new location vanced. address the entire range of participants’ the institution’s first branch office. much more convenient. Classes include Yoga 1, Raja Hatha abilities. Although the sales price was not In terms of future bank branch of- Yoga, Yoga 2, Breathing Class, Back For additional information, please call disclosed, Nick Frungillo, Town Bank and Heart Activity Class, Restorative (908) 789-6426, or access the Web site at fices, Mr. Dowens explained that for Class and Meditation. www.nicolesyoga center.com. Senior Vice President, confirmed a contract had been signed last week. The sale must be approved by both the state Department of Banking and the Warinanco Schedules Federal Deposit Insurance Corpora- tion (FDIC) for its approval. PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM PROCLAIMED — William M. Freeman, Presi- Mr. Frungillo said regulatory ap- Holiday Skating Events dent and Chief Executive officer of Bell Atlantic, second from right, and State proval is expected within 120 days. ROSELLE – Union County’s December 13; Tuesday, December 14 Senate President Donald T. DiFrancesco, second from left, cut the ribbon to The bank hopes to open the branch by Warinanco Skating Center in Roselle and Wednesday, December 15. formally dedicate the TEC 2000 Partnership Program between Bell Atlantic and next June. has planned some special holiday activi- Two games will be held each evening Union County’s Vo-Tech Schools. Also taking part in the ceremonies were When the Town Bank first opened ties. at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Spectator admission Charles Mancuso, President of the Vocational-Technical Schools Board of its doors in the fall of 1998 in the “Skate With Santa” sessions will be will be charged. Education, and Gail Iammatteo, Vice President of the Board. held on Saturday, December 18, from 1 Currently scheduled to compete are former Plaster Palace building at the to 3 p.m. and Sunday, December 19, returning champions Summit High Westfield Traffic Circle, it became the from noon to 3 p.m. School, Arthur L. Johnson School in first independent financial institution Regular admission fees will be charged Clark, Cranford High School, Westfield TEC 2000 Program Launched in Westfield in over 70 years. for these events. High School, St. Joseph’s High School in Mr. Frungillo said Town Bank offi- For hockey enthusiasts, the annual Metuchen and Mendham High School. cials were interested in the Rorden George Cron Holiday Hockey Tourna- Holiday skating hours will be in effect At County’s Vo-Tech Schools Building due to its location in ment will be held throughout the month. on Friday, December 24, Monday, De- SCOTCH PLAINS – New Jersey high school and post secondary stu- Westfield’s main business district. The High schools from around the region cember 27, Tuesday, December 28, building is located at Elm and Quimby will compete in a series of games on State Senate President Donald T. dents began a 960-hour program that Wednesday, December 29, Thursday, Streets. now, the bank will focus on opening Monday, December 6;Tuesday, Decem- December 30 and Friday, December 31. DiFrancesco and William M. Free- will prepare them for entry-level jobs “It’s a landmark in the center of ber 7; Thursday, December 9; Monday, For specific hours of operation, please the new downtown office “and look to man, President and Chief Executive in telecommunications. Westfield,” said Mr. Frungillo. future growth down the road.” contact the Skating Center. Officer of Bell Atlantic, recently dedi- Started by Bell Atlantic in 1994 Warinanco offers many general indoor Robert W. Dowens, Sr., Town Bank Independent banks have been pop- PUBLIC NOTICE public skating sessions, Tuesdays through cated the TEC 2000 partnership pro- with just 12 students at one school, President and Chief Operating Officer, ping up all around the state the past few NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Sundays, throughout the day and in the gram between Bell Atlantic and the TEC 2000 has now expanded said the new branch office will be years, according to Frank Carr, Assis- FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY evening. Union County Vocational-Technical throughout New Jersey. designed for walk-in customers, al- tant Director of the state Department THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Friday night features a special family Schools. Senator DiFrancesco and Mr. Free- though an ATM and night depository of Banking. CONTRACTOR: Michael R. Buchalski of session from 6 until 8 p.m., when no one TEC 2000 is a program that pre- man dedicated the TEC 2000 class- drop box are expected to be featured. He said since 1995, 23 bank charter Buchalski, Reynoldds & Brodowski, 400 under the age of 17 will be admitted The building also has office space West Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey, pares students, as well as adults enter- room and Telecom Laboratory in the applications have been filed with his without an adult. Skate rentals and a on the second and third floors that the department. Of that number 20 have 07728. ing the job-market, for network-re- West Hall Annex. NATURE OF SERVICE: Services of an snack bar are available for skaters’ con- bank anticipates utilizing for offices been approved. appraiser to assist in the tax appeal filed venience. lated jobs in New Jersey’s expanding Full details regarding the TEC for bank personnel and possibly to “So the trend seems to be continuing against the Township by Fairway Realty Admission to the general skating ses- telecommunications industry. 2000 Program can be obtained by rent. Mr. Dowens said no determina- Associates involving Lot No. 2 in Block No. sions is $5 for adults, $4 for children (age for new community bank charters,” he 1340. 17 and under) and $4.25 for senior citi- Union County Vo-Tech is the site calling Patrick Mauro, Director of tion has been made on whether his said. DURATION: Until completion of above zens. Discount cards for Union County of the newest TEC 2000 Program in admissions and Curriculum at the office will be moved to the Elm Street The assistant director cited the matter. residents who plan to skate on a regular the state. In September, more than 15 Vo-Tech Schools, at (908) 889-2999 location. growing amount of consolidations of AMOUNT: Not to exceed $6,500. basis are also available. Mr. Dowens said the Town Bank banks and the subsequent decline in THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT wants to make the Rorden Building “the FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE For further information on indoor ice www.goleader.com personal service as the main reason OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. skating activities, please visit the hub of our business community effort” for this trend. BARBARA RIEPE Warinanco Skating Center, located off TOWNSHIP CLERK St. Georges and Thompson Avenues in 1 T – 12/2/99, The Times Fee: $18.87 Roselle, or call (908) 298-7850. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS pany or insurance company, payable to the Township of Scotch Plains shall be submit- INVITATION FOR BIDS ted with each bid as a guaranty that if a Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- contract is awarded the Bidder shall execute ders to bid for the following Project: said Contract. The Bid Security shall be in KRAMER MANOR PARK the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total IMPROVEMENT PROJECT amount of the bid or Twenty-Thousand Bids will be accepted only by mail or in ($20,000.00), whichever is lower. person to the Office of the Township of All bid Security, except the Bid Security of Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park the three (3) apparent lowest responsible Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Bidders shall, if requested in writing, be (ATTN: Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk) returned after ten (10) days from the open- Homes For The Holidays until December 17, 1999 at 10:00 AM. The ing of the bids (Sundays and holiday ex- Township of Scotch Plains (hereafter “Town- cepted) and the bids of such Bidders shall ship”) shall not be responsible for any bid be considered withdrawn. mailed which is lost in transit or delivered The Township reserves the right to reject Burgdorff’s gift to its buyer and seller clients late by the Postal Service. At the above time, any or all bids, and to waive immaterial the bids will be publicly opened and read informalities, or to accept any bid which, in is experiencing the joy of home ownership. Call for program details. aloud. All bids must be presented in sealed the opinion of the Township of Scotch Plains, envelopes which are clearly marked “Bid for will be in the best interest of the Township all Kramer Manor Park Improvement Project, in accordance with the New Jersey Local Township Clerk, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et Plains, New Jersey 07076”. No bid will be seq. In the event of an equal or tie bid, the received after the time and date specified. Township shall award the bid to the Bidder After receipt of bids, no bid may be with- which, in the Township’s sole discretion, drawn within sixty (60) days after the date of best serves the interest of the Township. the bid opening except if provided for herein. The Township also reserves the right to The bid of any Bidder who consents to an reject any and all bids if sufficient funds are extension may be held for consideration for not available and/or appropriated. a longer period of time as may be agreed The selected Bidder, will, within seven (7) upon between Bidder and the Township. days of award of the bid, enter into an All bids must be on the bid forms provided appropriate contract with the Township. in the Bid package. The bid package may be All Bidders must comply with P.L. 1975, obtained between December 7, 1999 and Chapter 127, entitled “An Act Relating to December 16, 1999, from EKA Associates, Affirmative Action in Relation to Discrimina- P.A., 2050 Route 22 East, Scotch Plains, tion in Connection with Certain Public Con- New Jersey 07076, between the hours of tracts and Supplementing the ‘Law Against 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Discrimination’ approved April 16, 1945 (P.L. Friday. The bid package may be purchased 1945, Chapter 169)”, N.J.A.C. 17:27, as for a non-refundable fee of fifty dollars amended from time to time, and the Ameri- ($50.00) made payable to “EKA Associates, cans With Disability Act. EASTGATE SQUARE CHARMING DUTCH COLONIAL P.A.”. Bids will be made on the Proposal Where applicable, prevailing wage rate Form in the manner designated herein and shall be paid to all workers on the job as per EXCEPTIONAL Townhouse in WESTFIELD. Six year-old end SPACIOUS 3 Bedroom STONE FRONT home in FANWOOD required by the Specifications. N.J.A.C. 34:11-56, 25 et seq. unit complete with custom oak bookcases & built-ins, Living Room near town, train & schools. Living Room has wood-burning Bid proposals and all required documents BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF with gas fireplace, Eat-in Kitchen with double oven & high hats fireplace, Formal Dining Room has built-in corn china cabinet, must be completed and submitted by the SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF and Master Bedroom Suite with Sitting Room & full Bath, plus Eat-in Kitchen & Mud Room. $241,000. date as set forth above. All documents in the UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. enclosed Bid Package must accompany the Thomas E. Atkins office. $435,000. bid proposal. Township Manager In addition to the above documents, a Barbara Riepe certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond Township Clerk issued by a responsible bank, trust com- 1 T – 12/2/99, The Times Fee: $85.68

SPACIOUS SPLIT LEVEL 5 BEDROOM COLONIAL LARGE, WELL-MAINTAINED 4 Bedroom home on 120'x156' IMMACULATE & SPACIOUS, this appealing SCOTCH lot in WESTFIELD. Living Room has bay window, Eat-in Kitchen PLAINS home features Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Eat- recently upgraded, new roof, furnace & driveway. Newly painted in Kitchen, Family Room, additional in-law suite with 2 Bedrooms, inside and out. $389,500. Living Room/Dining Room, Kitchen, Bath & separate entrance. $285,000.

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IDEALLY LOCATED MODERN 2-FAMILY THREE BEDROOM, 2 Bath COLONIAL in WESTFIELD near GREAT DUPLEX located in SCOTCH PLAINS near town & shopping & NYC transportation. Living Room fireplace, Formal transportation. Owner's side has 2 Bedrooms, Living Room, Eat- Dining Room, 1st floor Family Room, 15’ Eat-in Kitchen. Two- in Kitchen, Den 1st floor Laundry & 1½ Baths. Second unit has 2 zone heat, central air. Offered at $329,900. Sure to go quickly so Bedrooms, Living Room & Eat-in Kitchen. Separate utilities, 2- hurry! car garage. $297,900. SCOTCH PLAINS $369,900 HOLIDAY RETREAT Looking for a quiet get-away, the peace and privacy only a mountain can offer? Consider this well maintained brick Center Hall Split offering 3 Bedrooms and 2½ Baths with Family Room featuring a fireplace and wooded views. Country setting with close to shopping convenience. Price $369,900.

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, December 2, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION –CLASSIFIEDS– Westfield Review Announces HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED TUTORING VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Secretarial/Typing services needed, Secretary/Data Entry Clerk For K-6 in all subjects by certified Spring SAT Prep Schedule School Business Office teacher. Specializing in reading/ Easier Than You Might Think experienced. Work, own home w/ WESTFIELD – Les Jacobsen, Di- verbal and mathematics skills, given Westfield Rescue Squad seeks per- your computer. Send resumè & Excellent typing skills. Experience language arts. Exp. w/all types of with Word Perfect, attention to students incl. special ed. rector of Westfield Review, Inc. and over eight sessions meeting for three sons willing to train as Emergency salary requirements to The a mathematics instructor from hours each. The cost for the program Medical Technicians. Valid NJ Driv. Westfield Leader, Att.: Dept. Z, P.O. detail and organizational skills re- Please Call (908) 931-9265 quired. Assist Accounts Payable/ Westfield High School, has an- is $359, which includes a text en- Lic. req., min. 4 hrs./wk. We offer 24 Box 250, Westfield, NJ 07091. HOUSE CLEANING nounced the Spring 2000 Scholastic titled “10 Real SATs” published by hr. coverage. Select a duty period Receivable. 12 month position. HELP WANTED $22,330 plus benefits. Send Brazilian woman with good refer- Assessment Test (SAT) preparation the College Board and containing 10 that’s right for you. Wkday 9 am - 1 schedule. real SATs administered in the past pm or 1-5 pm slots are perfect for Administrative Assistant resumé to: ences & experience will clean your Dr. Robert Behot, Bus. Adm. home. The program begins in February few years. parents of school children. Small investment firm seeks ex- with three different starting dates. This program is designed for perienced person to assist sales 728 Westfield Avenue Please Call (201) 997-6345 Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. Westfield, NJ 07090 Classes meet either on Wednesdays high school juniors to prepare them 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. representatives with investment HOUSE CLEANING beginning February 16, Thursdays for the April, May and June SAT related transactions. Must have AA/EOE Call the Recruiting Team at Polish woman looking for more beginning February 17 or Sundays tests. (908) 233-2500 for details good interpersonal skills and con- HELP WANTED beginning February 13. Westfield Review, Inc. offers a com- fidential attitude. Series 6 or 7 a +. homes to clean. Own trans., ex- IMMEDIATE OPENING – Secre- perience & good references. These sections all consist of 24 prehensive SAT and PSAT prepara- Must be computer literate (Excel, tary/Assistant to Executive Direc- hours of total instruction in both tory program emphasizing the strat- Work, Word). Must be bondable. Please Call Any Time HELP WANTED tor of the United Fund of Westfield. (732) 553-1593 egies and techniques needed for SAT Excellent benefits. Mail resumè success. Each class is taught by cer- Seeking a take charge person w/ ROOM WANTED TO RENT Responsible person needed for to: P.O. Box 100, Fanwood, NJ excellent organizational, interper- tified and experienced teachers in gourmet fruit shop to assist in pro- 07023. sonal and computer skills Airline Pilot needs room to rent Wanted their subject area and who are cur- cessing orders, invoices, cashier To Place Your (MicroSoft Office). Schedule flex- in Westfield area. Or, will house rently teaching at Westfield High & taking phone orders. Must have ible. Send resumè and salary re- sit. References upon request. Reporters to Cover Sports, School. good phone & handwriting skills. Classified quirements to Director, 301 North Please Call 1-303-979-5428 The instructors have created their Please Call For Appointment Meetings & Events in Ave. W., Westfield or fax to (908) OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT own unique program and materials (908) 322-7606 (908) 232-4407 233-2177. • Fanwood in order to help their students pre- Prof. office space for rent in the • Mountainside pare for the SATs, according to Mr. heart of Scotch Plains. 500-7,500 Jacobsen. Students are encouraged sq. ft. avail., elevator, covered • Union County to ask questions and techniques and parking, handicap accessible. • Scotch Plains strategies are discussed in a relaxed ADVERTISEMENT FOR LOCAL DISTRIBUTION ONLY Please Call (908) 322-8079 • Westfield environment, he said. FOR SALE • Part Time Instruction techniques vary from class lecture to individual work to a Kimball Piano – $150 or best offer. • Flexible Hours teacher and students working in small You must move it yourself. • Community groups. Students practice their tech- Please Call (908) 889-7457 Involvement niques on actual SAT exams that are • Days published by the College Board, PUBLIC NOTICE Evenings which makes up the SAT tests. SHERIFF’S SALE Weekends This familiarizes the student with SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Call Us at the actual type of test questions and CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, gives them a true sense of the SAT DOCKET NO. F-5818-99. 232-4407 OPEN HOUSE – Sunday 1-4pm COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., that they are going to take, Mr. PLAINTIFF vs. JOSEPH DATILUS, ET Jacobsen observed. ALS, DEFENDANT. Classes are small and seats are CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PUBLIC NOTICE DATED AUGUST 2, 1999 FOR SALE OF limited. All classes meet at The Pres- MORTGAGED PREMISES. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS byterian Church in Westfield. Indi- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY viduals are urged to reserve a seat as tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE soon as possible. To reserve a spot or public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE for further information and a regis- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tration form for the program, please THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1999 (IN COMPLIANCE WITH call (908) 317-2774. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, CHAPTER 231, P.L. 1975) successful bidders must have 20% of their PUBLIC NOTICE Scotch Plains - Country Charm – Newly listed 3 Bedroom Scotch Plains - Parklike Setting – Beautifully maintained bid available in cash or certified check at the NOTICE is hereby given by the Township conclusion of the sales. Council of the Township of Scotch Plains of SHERIFF’S SALE Colonial with many updates. Newer oak Eat-in Kitchen 3 Bedroom Ranch on professionally landscape property. The judgment amount is $130,343.21. the following SPECIAL Meeting: with wood floor, 2nd story addition in '86 with large Master Newer oak Kitchen with two pantries and picture window. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. Date: December 9, 1999 (previously CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Bedroom with skylight, newer Bath, large Rec Room in Dining Room has French doors that open to a porch. COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- scheduled for December 2, 1999 which has DOCKET NO. F-7666-99. '96, newer water main. Fenced rear yard, attic fan and Newer Master Bath with top-of-the-line fixtures. Timber- SEY. been adjourned). THE FIRST BANK OF CHICAGO, AS copper plumbing - a must see. $279,000 line roof '97 and central air '93. A deck overlooks the STREET AND STREET NO: 579 Mon- Time: 8:00 p.m. TRUSTEE UNDER THAT CERTAIN 2357 Channing Avenue private backyard. WSF-8497 $329,500 roe Avenue. Location: Council Chambers, Municipal POOLING AND SERVICING AGREE- TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 12, Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, MENT, DATED AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, LOT NO. 1136. New Jersey. 1995, RTC MORTGAGE PASS- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 150 Type of Meeting: The Township Council THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES feet. acting as Alcoholic Beverage Control Board 1995-2, PLAINTIFF vs. DONNY J. WATTS, NEAREST CROSS STREET: 256 feet will hold a public hearing to consider the DEFENDANT. from Fairmont Avenue. renewal of Plenary Retail Consumption li- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, There is due approximately the sum of quor license No. 2016-33-004-002 of Rayric DATED AUGUST 10, 1999 FOR SALE OF $133,829.46 together with lawful interest Corporation, t/a Malibu, 144 Terrill Road, MORTGAGED PREMISES. and costs. Scotch Plains, New Jersey. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- There is a full legal description on file in Any objections to same shall be sent ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale the Union County Sheriff’s Office. immediately to: Barbara Riepe, Township by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Clerk, Township of Scotch Plains, 430 Park Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad this sale. Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on RALPH FROEHLICH Agenda: As prepared by the Municipal WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF SHERIFF Manager and Township Clerk. DECEMBER A.D., 1999 at two o’clock in Mountainside - Neat As A Pin – Room to grow in this 3/ Westfield - Spacious & Well Built – Indian Forest 6 WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney Actions to be taken: Action may be taken. the afternoon of said day. All successful 4 Bedroom Cape Cod. Two full Baths, furnace '98 and Bedroom Colonial with large Living Room with slider to 737 Stokes Road Date of Notification: November 24, 1999. bidders must have 20% of their bid available P.O. Box 1088 1 T – 12/2/99, The Times Fee: $30.60 in cash or certified check at the conclusion roof in '95. Heated porch and deck overlooking private charming 3-season porch, Formal Dining Room, in-ground Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 wooded yard. Four-car tandem garage and much more. pool, a wonderful Kitchen, Au Pair Suite, Master Bedroom of the sales. CH-754741 (WL) PUBLIC NOTICE The judgment amount is $97,932.67. WSF-8496 $319,000 Suite & 2 Bedroom/Sitting Room on the 3rd level. Much 4 T - 11/11, 11/18, BEING KNOWN AS Lot(s) ACCT. NO. attention has been paid to detail. WSF-8350 $999,000 11/25 & 12/2/99 Fee: $165.24 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 836 C3Q, Block WARD: 11, ON THE TAX NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting MAP OF City of Elizabeth, New Jersey. of the Township Council of the Township of MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 715- Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- 721 Newark Avenue, Unit Q, Sunrise North bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- Condominium, FORMERLY KNOWN AS ship on Tuesday, November 23, 1999, there 715 Newark Avenue. Goods & Services was introduced, read for the first time, and BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED passed on such first reading, an ordinance AS UNIT “Q” IN SUNRISE NORTH, A entitled: CONDOMINIUM, TOGETHER WITH AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SEC- UNDIVIDED 5.556 PERCENT INTEREST AUTO REPAIR FENCING TION 2-2.5 OF THE ADMINIS- IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS APPUR- ACCOUNTANT AVAILABLE TRATIVE CODE OF THE TENANT THERETO, IN ACCORDANCE ELM STREET TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH WITH AND SUBJECT TO THE TERMS, PLAINS REGARDING THE LIMITATIONS, CONDITIONS, COV- • Fast Turn-Around SERVICE CENTER A. PLAIA & SON ANNUAL REORGANIZATION ENANTS, RESTRICTIONS, AND OTHER Complete Auto Repair THIS SPACE MEETING OF THE GOVERN- PROVISIONS OF THE MASTER DEED, • Flexible Payment Terms Foreign & Domestic ING BODY OF THE TOWNSHIP DATED DECEMBER 22, 1988, AND RE- OF SCOTCH PLAINS. CORDED AUGUST 3, 1989, IN THE OF- • Convenient Hours & • A/C Service AVAILABLE All Types of Fence The purpose of the ordinance: THE pur- FICE OF THE REGISTER OF UNION Location • Tires pose of the ordinance is to amend the sec- COUNTY IN BOOK 3607 BEGINNING AT • Road Service Expertly Installed tion of the Administrative Code regarding PAGE 436, AND ALL AMENDMENTS CALL meetings of the Council to give the Council THERETO. • Tune-ups New and Repairs BEING THE SAME PREMISES CON- NEIL F. SCHEMBRE NJ the alternative of reorganizing on a day other Certified Public Accountant State • Brakes than January 1st provided it is in accordance VEYED TO THE WITHIN MORTGAG- Inspection • Batteries (908) 232-4407 Free Estimates with State Law and the Open Public Meet- ORS BY DEED OF EVEN DATE AND TO (908) 322-6066 • (908) 322-4138 ings Act, Section 2-2.5(a) as amended in BE RECORDED SIMULTANEOUISLY 138 Elm St • Westfield (908) 654-5222 this ordinance. HEREWITH. 266 North Avenue, Fanwood 908-232-1937 A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, THIS IS A FIRST PURCHASE MONEY December 14, 1999, at 8:00 p.m. in the MORTGAGE GIVEN TO SECURE A Council Chambers of the Municipal Build- PART OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF ing, or any time and place to which a meeting SAID DEED OF CONVEYANCE. AVAILABLE HANDYMAN SERVICES HEATING INTERIOR PAINTING for the further consideration of such ordi- There is due approximately the sum of nance shall from time to time be adjourned, $100,599.07 together with lawful interest and all persons interested will be given an and costs. Artistic Interior opportunity to be heard concerning such There is a full legal description on file in ordinance. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. THIS SPACE Painting A copy of same may be obtained from the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Av- this sale. enue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, between RALPH FROEHLICH AVAILABLE • Hand-painted Custom Borders the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Mon- SHERIFF SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATIONS • Wall Murals day through Friday by any member of the FRANK J. MARTONE, Attorney • Central Air Systems • Gas Furnaces general public who wants a copy of same 4 Brighton Road CALL • Deco Painting without cost. Clifton, New Jersey 07012 • Boilers • Humidifiers • Air Cleaners • Children's Rooms BARBARA RIEPE CH-754770 (WL) • Hot Water Heaters • References Available Township Clerk 4 T - 11/18, 11/25, (908) 232-4407 1 T – 12/2/99, The Times Fee: $38.76 12/2 & 12/9/99 Fee: $244.80 Sheet Metal Work Professional Free-lance Artist (908) 232-1501 FREE ESTIMATES Call Teri 732~396-1650 908-654-8861 License #10596 HOME REPAIR PERFECT PAINTING PAINTING Owner Works On Over 20 Years Experience • Fully Insured JK’S PAINTING & Every Job! 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Celebration Singers to Perform POPCORN™ State Sleepy Hollow Holiday Concert in Cranford of the Art Monster Mishmash CRANFORD — The Celebra- Saturday matinee if accompanied By Michael S. Goldberger tion Singers and the Celebration by a paying adult. For further in- One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Craft Fairs Children’s Choir will present their formation, please call (908) 241- Happy Hannukah My Gingerbread House annual Holiday Concert on Fri- 8200. 2 popcorns Portrayed by Johnny Depp in an day, December 10, at 8 p.m. and Three or four beheadings into Sleepy assignment that seems to allude him, will host a craft fair on De- the scientific sleuth arrives with all cember 2, 3, 4 and 5 at 197 on Saturday, December 11, at 3 Hollow, a harum-scarum take on Wash- p.m. and again at 8 p.m. at the Westfield Glee Club Honored ington Irving’s venerable tale of love, manner of investigatory contraptions. North Martine Avenue in Cranford United Methodist Church greed and mysticism into the Hudson Informing that some of the gumshoeing Fanwood. For more infor- Valley, one gets the feeling that per- gizmos are of his own invention, the at the corner of Lincoln and Wal- bright-eyed bloodhound is painted as mation, please call (908) nut Streets in Cranford. This year’s At Arts, Humanities Reception haps director Tim Burton is working in the wrong film. the spirit of the next century, a rational 322-8317. theme will be “Holiday Favorites.” humanist with a quirky touch of St. John Vianney in The first half of the concert will WESTFIELD – The Westfield the Cultural and Heritage Advi- Piffle to the dozen or so decapita- tions he eventually oversees here. A whimsy. Clark will host a craft show be a staged version of “Amahl and Glee Club was one of the arts sory Board, presented the confir- movie about the French Revolution A sharp contrast to the superstition- on December 4 from 9 a.m. the Night Visitors,” a one-act op- organizations honored recently at mation of a 1999 HEART (History, would have afforded him the opportu- steeped old burghers (all wonderfully to 4 p.m. era written in English by Gian the Arts and Humanities Recep- Education, Art Reaching Thou- nity to behead almost a whole social cast) who run the village, he is hesitant Carlo Menotti. tion held at the NUI Liberty Hall sands) Grant from the Union class. Well, maybe next time. to believe that Sleepy Hollow’s popu- Trailside Nature and lation is being decimated by, of all Science Center will host its “Amahl” tells the story of a poor, Center in Union. County Board of Chosen Free- Meanwhile, Burton makes do. What crippled shepherd boy living with The reception, which celebrated holders to Dale Juntilla, a member the filmmaker gives up in quantity, he things, the headless ghost of a Hessian Holiday Nature Boutique on makes up for in devotion to detail. soldier out for revenge. He surmises his widowed mother who is vis- October as National Arts and Hu- of the Glee Club. that the citizenry shares a guilty secret. December 5. For more in- ited by the Three Kings en route to manities Month and sponsored by The Glee Club Project covers Each artistically rendered topping-off is more gruesome and terrifying than But what? formation, please call (908) Bethlehem. It tells of hardship, the Union County Division of Cul- the commission of new music by Of course, this earliest of American 527-4900. unselfish love and the triumph of tural and Heritage Affairs, featured composer Matthew Sklar, the win- the last. In every instance, the rolling heads screech to an in-your-face, cen- city slickers is in for a country-style Theatre goodness. ter-screen stare – the victim’s obscene education. And along the way, he falls Deborah Eberts, a Westfield resi- look of horror confirming the obvious. head over heels for Katrina Van Tassel Paper Mill Playhouse dent and member of the faculty of Think about it, though: Is perfection (Christina Ricci), daughter of Baltus the New Jersey Workshop for the in this surgical specialty a worthy Van Tassel (Michael Gambon), the in Millburn will present hamlet’s wealthiest citizen. Rags until Monday, Decem- Arts in Westfield, will portray pursuit for a director of Mr. Burton’s Amahl’s mother. Manny Gonzalez caliber? And more importantly, is the As the Dutch damsel is for all intents ber 13. For more informa- and purposes betrothed to town of Scotch Plains will play one of end product worthy of our movie- tion, please call (973) 379- going time? heartthrob Brom Van Brunt (Casper the Three Kings. Van Dien), this makes for a love tri- 3717 or visit Featured in the concert’s sec- The short answer to both questions is an unmitigated “no.” But, the pity is, angle which is unenthusiastically mixed www.papermill.org. ond act will be a variety of tradi- in with the greater convolutions at Cranford Dramatic just like Terry Malloy (Marlin Brando) tional Christmas and Hanukkah in On the Waterfront (1954), Sleepy hand. Club will perform Aladin selections, including “Parade of Hollow “coulda been sumpin.” It None of these relationships is terri- on December 4 and 5 at the Wooden Soldiers,” “A Jingle “coulda been a contenduh.” bly convincing, nor very interesting varying times. For more in- Bell Travelogue,” “’Twas the Night Arrogantly dismissing everything but for that matter. And Miss Ricci, though Before Christmas” and “Let There the bare bone basics of the original looking like the American Girl Doll formation, please call representing the era in question, fails (908)276-7611. Be Peace on Earth.” tale, this rewrite by Andrew Kevin Walker makes the fatal mistake of to excite as the story’s romantic prize. A non-profit community choral However, the exquisite cinematog- Art organization with 40 members, confusing modernization for interpre- tation. raphy combined with fantastic art di- the Celebration Singers recently rection functions like a time machine, The Westfield Art Asso- celebrated their 60th anniversary. Pandering to what is perceived as the gust populi, he takes the easy way magically transporting viewers back ciation will hold its 75th The Children’s Choir is a tuition- to the quaint but foreboding land out. It is a shortsighted oversimplifica- Annual Members’ Oil, Pas- free ensemble which offers young tion of the artistic process, obviously where the Headless Horseman perpe- tel & Sculpture Exhibition people the chance to sing a variety meant to cash in on the current slice- trates his reign of terror. Sadly, a of repertoires and to perform with GIVEN WITH GLEE…Phyllis Brocimer, a member of the Cultural and and-dice craze. neither fish nor fowl script fails to jibe from December 11 to 14 in with the visual accouterments. the Westfield Community an adult choir. Heritage Advisory Board, presented the confirmation of a 1999 HEART But, our higher instincts have to Tickets for the concert are $10 (History, Education, Art Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union believe that a proper reworking of this Depp is the outsider, the stranger, Room. the sociologically divergent moral cen- for adults and $5 for children and County Board of Chosen Freeholders to Dale Juntilla, a member of the classic legend that has survived in the Glee Club. The club will conduct its Winter Concerts on Saturday, national psyche for over 150 years had ter come to bring reason to the misbe- Mixed Bag senior citizens and may be pur- having folk in the hinterlands, a la chased in advance from any cast December 11, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, December 12, at 4 p.m. an essence worth tapping into. That there exists a deep-seated animus Spencer Tracy’s one-armed shamus in The Union County Tree or chorus member or at the door a gathering of several arts, cul- ner of the 1991 Westfield Glee Bad Day At Black Rock (1955). There Lighting will be held on the night of the concert. which would not only do the work tural, historical and heritage orga- Club Scholarship Award. Mr. Sklar proud, but, ideally, also find a bigger is promise. He reminds at first of a young Charlie Chan crossed with a December 3 at the Youngsters age 13 and under nizations throughout the county. is now a conductor of Broadway and better audience than this Philis- Watchung Stable in will be admitted for free to the Phyllis Brocimer, a member of shows and an active composer. tine version attracts. rookie Sherlock Holmes. Mountainside. For more in- Winter concerts will be per- Unfortunately, while the risk-taking But, when the plot can’t decide if it’s formed on Saturday, December director has almost always displayed a gothic romance, a detective tale or a formation, please call (908) monster movie, Mr. Depp’s character 527-4900. 11, at 8 p.m. at Roosevelt Interme- his uniquely bizarre sense of the ma- cabre (Beetlejuice, Edward sympathetically disintegrates into an diate School in Westfield and on equally uncertain entity. As the star of Downtown Summit will Scissorhands), ruminations here are Sunday, December 12, at 4 p.m. at Ed Wood (1994) and Donnie Brasco host a Santa Parade and the First Congregational Church in run of the mill. Though, Sleepy Hol- low has the trademark hue and trap- (1997) is among this column’s favorite Santa’s Arrival on Decem- Westfield. young actors, the thespic flub is here ber 3. For more informa- pings of a Burtonesque traipse through Tickets are available at the Mu- the highly imaginative nether world of noted with a heavy heart. The rest of tion, please call (908) 522- sic Staff in Westfield and at the the mind, the substance beneath the the film’s performances, though not 1700 or visit door for a donation of $12 for shell doesn’t match. without their colorful moments, are www.suburbanchambers.org. adults and $10 for students and Likewise, something’s amiss in the primarily window dressing. senior citizens. characterization department. Hereto- All that remains is the gristle and The 1999 Holiday gore. And though a piker compared to Model Railroad Sound For more information, please fore, as either director or producer, Mr. call Mr. Juntilla at (908) 232-0673. Burton has rarely failed to infatuate via the mayhem Freddy Krueger usually and Light Show will be his pantheon on ghoulish and ghostly manages to accomplish in this feature- held at The Model Railroad stick figures (The Nightmare Before length time, you might as well call this Club, 295 Jefferson Avenue, Senior Group Plans Christmas) or his darkly drawn The Headless Horseman Meets Night- cartoonish beings (Batman, Batman mare on Elm Street. With all of those Union, on December 3, 4, decapitations and no strong focus at 5, and 10. For more infor- Trip to See ‘Ballyhoo’ Returns). Yet, when the screenplay calls for the sort of real humans that its core, Sleepy Hollow is left with very mation, please call (908) At Forum Theatre populate Washington Irving’s semi- little to hang its hat on. 864-9724 or visit mythic saga, he seems at a loss. SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch * * * * * * * * * www.tmrci.com. Plains Senior Citizen Advisory In this rendition, when the head count begins soaring in the Sleepy Sleepy Hollow, rated R, is a Para- Welcome Home to LIFT YOUR VOICES...The Celebration Singers and the Celebration Committee will sponsor a trip to mount Pictures release directed by Tim Westfield will host a Tree Hollow of 1799, just two days ride Children’s Choir will present their annual Holiday Concert on Friday, the Forum Theatre in Metuchen north of New York City, Knickerbocker Burton and stars Johnny Depp, Chris- Lighting Ceremony today at December 10, at 8 p.m. and on Saturday, December 11, at 3 p.m. and on Saturday, December 4, for an detective Ichabod Crane is sent to find tina Ricci and Miranda Richardson. 6:30 p.m. at Open MRI of again at 8 p.m. at the Cranford United Methodist Church at the corner 8 p.m. performance of The Last out why. Running time: 110 minutes. Westfield. Temple Emanu- of Lincoln and Walnut Streets in Cranford. This year’s theme will be Night of Ballyhoo. “Holiday Favorites.” Pictured above, the Celebration Singers perform in Alfred Uhry’s Tony-award win- El will hold a Lighting of the a spring concert held last June. Menorah at 7:15 p.m. with a ning play centers on the Freitag Fanwood’s S. Allyn Schaeffer family’s efforts to find the right Shabbat Service at 7:30 p.m. Tiny Tim Caroling Fund dates for Ballyhoo – the social The Santa Claus Train Ride event of the season – while the To Exhibit at Swain Galleries will be held from 9:45 a.m. rest of the country is swept up to 1:45 p.m. at the North Scheduled for December 13 in the excitement of the gala FANWOOD – S. ink, pastels, callig- Avenue Train Station. Free premiere of Gone With the Wind Allyn Schaeffer, a raphy and acrylic Fanwood resident, works in the event. Trolley Rides will be set in SCOTCH PLAINS – The An- 756-3079. in Atlanta. downtown Westfield from The cost is $25 for residents will exhibit his oil The exhibit will nual Tiny Tim Caroling Fund Tiny Tim provides open with a recep- 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The and $27 for non-residents. The paintings at the an- Drive has been scheduled for financial assistance nual multi-media ex- tion on December 5 Watson Highlanders Pipe Monday, December 13, from 4 to Scotch Plains and bus will leave from Green Forest Park at 7 p.m. and return imme- hibit entitled, from 2 to 4 p.m. The Band will perform through- to 9 p.m. Fanwood children “Christmas Minia- gallery is open from Carolers will travel from house who need medical diately after the performance. out town from 11 a.m. to 2 Interested individuals are tures” from Sunday, Tuesday to Friday, p.m. The Yuletide Carolers to house, singing Christmas Car- care and cannot af- December 5, to Fri- 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 ols and will conclude their pro- ford it. asked to register for the trip as will perform from 11:30 a.m. soon as possible at the Scotch day, December 31, at p.m., Saturdays from to 12:30 p.m. The Women’s gram at All Saints’ Episcopal Contributions may Swain Galleries in 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Church in Scotch Plains. be made directly to Plains Recreation Office in the Barbershop Quartet will per- Municipal Building, 430 Park Plainfield. and Sundays from To join in the caroling, please The Tiny Tim Fund, Seventeen artists S. Allyn Schaeffer noon to 4 p.m. form from 1 to 3 p.m. call Mari McDevitt at (908) 233- P.O. Box 181, Avenue. throughout town. For more For further information, please from New Jersey will For more informa- 6513 or Anne O’Brien at (908) Fanwood, 07023. tion, please call (908) 756-1707. information, please call call (908) 322-6700. exhibit watercolors, pen and (908) 789-9444 or (908) 233- 3021. Angel Songs Holiday Concert String Quartet Slates Music December 5 Concert Crossroads in Garwood will welcome On Tap at Calvary Lutheran At St. Paul’s Episcopal Sister Frenzy to the stage tonight, December 2; Doc CRANFORD – The Calvary Con- program will be “Duets and Love WESTFIELD – Friends of Music Lawrence & The Blues Fix cert Series will present three area Songs,” presented by Fred Miller at St. Paul’s Episcopal will present children’s choirs on Sunday, De- and Susan Whitenack on Sunday, on December 3; Billy Hec- The Elements String Quartet in cember 5, at 4 p.m. in a gift of February 6. tor on December 4 and Jug- concert on Sunday, December 5, seasonal holiday music for the For more information about the at 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal gling Suns on December 8. public, entitled “Angel Songs.” concert series or to request a bro- A Jazz Jam will be held on Church on East Broad Street. The concert will be presented at chure, please call Calvary Lutheran Trained by members of the To- December 7. For more in- Calvary Lutheran Church in Cranford. Church. formation, please call (908) The children’s choirs from St. kyo, Julliard, Cleve- land and 232-5666. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Special ‘Harry Potter’ LaSalle Quartets, the pro- Union County Arts Cen- Parsippany, Trinity Episcopal gram will include ter will host a concert with Church in Woodbridge and Cal- Book Discussion Slated works by Bach, Kathy Mattea on December vary Church will perform indi- Mozart, Glazounov vidually and join together to At Fanwood Library 3. For more information, and holiday selec- present “Calling All Angels” by FANWOOD – Fanwood Me- tions. please call (732) 499-8226. morial Library will conduct a book Helen Kemp. Over 35 youngsters Members of the will perform. discussion on “Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone” by J.K. Rowling Quartet include violinists Kyoko Tickets for the concert are $10 Kashiwagi and Evan Mirapaul, FANWOOD VIOLINIST…David S. Hilton of Fanwood will present a for adults and $7.50 for senior on Thursday, December 9, at 7:30 senior violin recital on Sunday, December 5, at 8 p.m. at Montclair State citizens, students with identifica- p.m. violist Brett Deubner and cellist University, McEachern Music Building, Recital Hall, Room No. 15. Please read the book before Peter Seidenberg. David is a graduate of the private violin class of Stephen Wolosonovich, tion and children. Tickets may be purchased by calling Calvary attending in order to participate The public is invited to attend. where he studied for five years. At Montclair State, David is a student in the discussion. Copies of the of Oscar Ravina of the New York Philharmonic. His program will Lutheran Church at (908) 276-2418. There is no charge for admission. include works by Mozart, Bach and Copland. The public is invited free Tickets will also be sold at the book are available at the library. For more information, please con- Looking for Local Stars? of charge. Upon graduation, David will be a violin teacher. For more door on a space-available basis. For more information, please tact Charles Banks at (908) 232- information, please call (973) 655-4743. The next Calvary Concert Series call the library at (908) 322-6400. 8506, Extension No. 17. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, December 2, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment Westfield Youth in Orchestra The Dining Table Tune Up for Holiday Concert

WESTFIELD – Westfield resi- New Jersey Youth Symphony, dents Carl Baron and Jason Inc. is a non-profit organization THE METROPOLITAN CLUB Tammam will perform in a winter that provides music training and concert by the New Jersey Youth performance opportunities for 1 EAST 60TH STREET, NEW YORK, N.Y., (212) 838-7400 Symphony (NJYS) Orchestra on young people from 85 communi- Sunday, December 5, at 3 p.m. at ties. It has been recognized as a Morristown High School. Distinguished Arts Organization By DR. JOSEPH P. DeALESSANDRO Papaya Sauce, Marinated Tender- The evening’s program will in- for 1997-2000 by the New Jersey Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times loin of Buffalo with Green Pep- clude Suite No. 1 of Tchaikovsky’s State Council on the Arts/Depart- The Metropolitan Club of New percorn Sauce and Porcini Mush- “Nutcracker” and a composition ment of State, a partner agency of York City hosts its annual gala rooms, Loin of Venison from Sir Edward Elgar, “The Wand the National Endowment of the “Hunters Dinner” at the club in Courvoisier, Sauteed Blue Wild of Youth,” Hummel’s “Concerto for Arts. November. Hare with Lingonberry Sauce and Trumpet and Orchestra and “Fan- For more information, please call This famous Rabbit Fricas- fare and Arrayment.” the NJYS office at (908) 771-5544. stag party is an see with Co- annual event RATING: conut Sauce. that draws 500 Other en- men from all trees in- over the coun- cluded Roast try and around Scottish the world. The Highest Possible Rating: 4 chef hats Pheasant fare is also de- with Forest rived from all Mushrooms corners of the earth by special and White Truffle Sauce, Roast license to be served at this grand Stuffed Boneless Quails Port, Roast male event. Wild Turkey, Brunoise Root Veg- The fantastic evening begins in etables and Sherry Sauce, Roast the rotunda of the club featuring Suckling Pig, Orange Cranberry 100 foot ceilings, huge fireplaces Relish, Red Deer Stew in Moulin- and a dual carved stairway. A-Vent, Moose Osso Buco in Green Beverages of all types are served, Curry Sauce, Antelope Steak in from champagne to wines and Oyster Sauce with Oyster Mush- Tom and Bonnie Brackney and The Madcap Mutts liquors. During the cocktail ses- rooms, Alligator Scallopini with sion, you are invited to a grand Capers and Orange Butter Sauce, array of appetizing foods: Metro- Blanquette of Kangaroo, Bear Stew Madcap Mutts to Perform, politan Clams on the Half Shell, with Ginger, Rattlesnake in a Ragu of marvelous Oysters on the Half Bell Peppers Julienne and Tomatoes. Shell and Colossal Shrimp. All of these dishes were pre- Millennium Scrapbook Set The center table glistens with an pared equally by the Chef in either array of Caviar, Pate, Salmon, Duck a standing roast or a fricassee type ON WITH THE SHOW...Ed Wittel, left, of Westfield is featured as the Galantine, Wild Boar Sausage, Hot dish or a stew. Magician in the upcoming production of Aladdin at the Cranford At First Night Westfield Brie and French Bread, Goose The vegetables featured Minne- Dramatic Club Theatre in Cranford. Other cast members include, left to Liver Pate, Columbia River Salmon, sota Wild Rice, Melange of Root right, Molly Frieri, Devon Talbott as the Genie, Kevin Kessler as Aladdin WESTFIELD – The Madcap and their photo will be developed Venison Terrine, Baby Octopus Vegetables, Puree of Chestnuts, and Jonathan Galvez. Pictured above, the ensemble rehearses the musi- Mutts will perform at First Night and mounted. Marinated in Soy, Seaweed Salad Lingonberries and Fall Salad. Din- cal number, “Up, Up High in the Sky.” Performances will be held this and an enormous cheese arrange- ner rolls were served to complete Saturday, December 4, at 10:30 a.m. and 1 and 4 p.m. and on Sunday, Westfield 2000 on Friday, Decem- They will then be able to add, in ber 31. This group brings canine their own writing, their thoughts, ment board, served with a variety the dinner. December 5, at 1 and 4 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children of biscuits and breads. under 13 and senior citizens. For tickets, please call (908) 276-7611. education and entertainment to wishes and comments for this sig- I was able to query several of the individuals of all ages. nificant year. The finished product Following an advisory that din- guests about the variety of wild ner will be served, the guests as- game and what they’re preferences Tom and Bonnie Brackney from will be put on display at a central cend to the third floor to the were. One of the top five dishes Mid-Day Musicales Scheduled Kounty Kennels Canine Produc- location in town. Grand Ballroom for a spectacular was the Rattlesnake Stew, served in tions and their local canine stars First Night Westfield is a family- array of wild foods. three quarter inch pieces, with on- At First Congregational Church will perform this unique dog act. oriented, alcohol-free, drug-free The first course is a Curried ions and tomatoes in a savory sauce. In addition, participants of First New Year’s Eve celebration of the Game Soup, delicately spiced and The second dish named the most Night Westfield 2000 will have the arts for people of all ages. The delicious in every way. Many of popular was Cape Buffalo – re- WESTFIELD – The First Con- certs on Wednesday, December opportunity to be a part of “Your event is made possible by the the guests savored seconds. portedly tender and extremely tasty gregational Church of Westfield 8, at noon. Place in Time,” a permanent photo Westfield Y, the Westfield Founda- The Chef then listed the follow- with a good consistency. Many on Elm Street, will continue its The program will feature a re- scrapbook commemorating the tion, the Town of Westfield and ing selections: Loin of Roast Afri- enjoyed the Ostrich that was very can Camel with Dry Apricot Sauce, 15th season of Mid-Day Musi- cital by the Levin-Stern Duo with turn of the millennium. This com- local private and business donors. similar in taste to chicken or tur- Roast Wild Boar Leg with Sun- key. Zebra was outstanding with cales series of free, half-hour con- flutist Sharon Levin and harpist munity collaboration will be kept Buttons are currently on sale at Karen Stern. dried Cranberry Sauce, Roast Loin little or no fat. with the town’s archives and dis- $10 per button through Thursday, of Zebra with Sweet and Sour The Chef prepared quail in a most Founded in 1984, the duo was played for all to enjoy. December 30, and $12 per button exciting seasoning. This offering was the winning ensemble of the Art- Individuals and families may on Friday, December 31. The but- Poet, Karl Shapiro high on the list of the best entrees. Broadway ists International Young Artists bring their own photos with them, ton serves as admission to all of The dishes which required a little Chamber Music Award in 1987, or have photographs taken that the evening’s activities. To Be Discussed more attention included the Roast and was presented in a New Rump of Lion. The Giraffe was pre- Continued from Page 22 night, using a backdrop especially For more information and a list- York debut recital at Weill Recital designed for First Night Westfield. ing of locations to purchase the At Temple Sholom pared with consistency. Hall at Carnegie Hall the follow- The individual/families will deco- buttons, please call (908) 518-2983 PLAINFIELD – The work of The dinner was orchestrated so ing year. rate and sign “Their Place in Time,” after Tuesday, November 30. Pulitzer Prize winning poet Karl that the diners could progress from keeps them motivated and “in The duo has also performed in Shapiro will be discussed in “Jew- one entree to another. Each sta- check,” wanting them to reach Europe, South America and Cen- ish-American Identity Through a tion had little flags on a toothpick Messiah Community Sing to identify the meat. their utmost potential. tral America, among other ven- Poet’s Eyes,” by Professor Daniel Harris on Sunday, December 5, at Coffee was served after dinner Scotch Plains resident and eight- ues. 10:30 a.m. at Temple Sholom, and the diners retired to a room year-old Jimmy Walsh has been Ms. Levin has been a featured Slated by Choral Art Society Plainfield. entirely filled with scrumptious chosen to perform the role of soloist with the Brazilian Sym- The lecture will be preceded by desserts – Mocha Cake, Chocolate Young Scrooge. Jimmy avidly stud- phony, the Chamber Orchestra WESTFIELD – The Choral Art be available to borrow. Mousse Cake, larger cakes and Society of New Jersey, Inc. The Messiah Sing will also fea- a light breakfast at 9:30 a.m. ied the role before his rehearsal by of Sao Pedro Theater, Brazil, the Professor Harris, a member of the tarts and fresh fruits. has announced its annual ture Sandor Szabo at the Fine port wine was served and a enjoying the book from which the National Symphony of Ecuador, Messiah Community Sing organ. Mr. Szabo is cur- faculty of the Jewish Studies Pro- movie is derived, Charles Dickens’ the New Jersey Pops Orchestra, gram at the Bildner Center for the Monte Christo Cigar completed which will be held rently the organist and the 1999 Stag Dinner at the Metro- “A Christmas Carol.” the Hudson Chamber Symphony, on Friday, December choir conductor at the Study of Jewish Life at Rutgers Uni- Choir members for A Christmas the Lyra Italienne Orchestra, Paris versity, will explore the challenge politan Club. 10, at 8 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church Most people make reservations Carol have been plucked from and others. First Baptist Church in New Providence. that Mr. Shapiro’s work presents to mainstream American poetry. for the next year’s dinner the fol- Park School and Terrill Middle Ms. Stern performs in Westfield. The Choral Art So- lowing day. A great, unusual din- James S. Little, Mu- ciety of New Jersey For more information, please call School since 1995. The current regularly with the New the Temple office at (908) 756-6447. ing experience. choir was the first to audition for Jersey Symphony Or- sical Director of the is a non-profit, com- this year’s production. chestra and can be Society, will conduct the munity chorus of ap- Ms. Farrell revealed that she was heard on several of Handel oratorio. Audience proximately 80 singers Annual Holiday Concert on Tap members are invited to bring dedicated to the study and not able to inform the students the orchestra’s re- scores and join in the singing performance of great choral that they were Broadway-bound cently released CDs. She per- of both chorus and solo sections. works. By Edison School, Community Band until they boarded the bus back to formed the Mozart Concert for Admission to the Community For tickets or further informa- Scotch Plains, but added that the Flute and Harp as part of the Sing is $10 at the door. Scores will tion, please call (908) 232-2455. WESTFIELD — The Westfield matic setting to “Angels From the children were thrilled, along with orchestra’s Mozart Festival in 1997 Community Band and the Edison Realms of Glory” and traditional fa- Principal Rocco Collucci. and toured Ireland with them on New Jersey Symphony Sets Intermediate School Broadway Sing- vorites such as “O Holy Night” and “The parents are so supportive. two occasions. ers join together in concert to present “The Nutcracker Suite.” It appears that everyone is excited Following the concert, a soup the Tenth Annual Holiday Concert, Joining the band in concert will be sponsored by the Westfield Recre- the Edison Intermediate School about it,” added Ms. Farrell. She and sandwich luncheon will be Christmas Pops Program ation Commission on Wednesday, Broadway Singers, directed by concluded that the students are available in the church social December 8, at 8 p.m. in the Edison Kristine Smith-Morasso. The Broad- very “well behaved, dedicated and hall for $4.50. NEWARK – The New Jersey “Do You Hear What I Hear,” self-disciplined.” Funding for these concerts has Symphony Orchestra will per- “Sleigh Ride,” classical holiday Mr. Collucci related, “I was quite been made possible in part by form its annual Christmas Pops selections from Britten and enthused that our kids had the the New Jersey State Council on program of holiday favorites un- Menotti and an audience sing- opportunity to do this.” The prin- the Arts, Department of State, der the baton of David along of carols. cipal, who helped to chaperone through a grant administered by Commanday on Thursday, De- The program will also include last Saturday’s performance, told the Union County Office of Cul- cember 2, at 8 p.m. at the State selections from the movie, Home The Leader and The Times that the tural and Heritage Affairs. Theatre in New Brunswick, and Alone. “teachers are very enthused and For more information, please on Saturday, December 4, at 8 Tickets to these performances flexible with regard to the kids contact Dr. Barbara Thomson, p.m. and Sunday, December 5, at are $50, $41, $31, $17 and $12 making up school work.” Director of Music at First Congre- 3 p.m. at the New Jersey Per- and may be obtained by calling He confided that on the day of gational Church at (908) 233- forming Arts Center. the NJSO Ticket Office at (800) the audition, there was a fire drill 2494. Program highlights will include 255-3476 from Monday to Satur- at Park School. He was called to “Carol of the Bells,” “Jingle Bells,” day, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. the bus full of students which just Westfield Community Band arrived and expected bad news. Calderone Music School “The kids were not coming off Westfield Art Association Prepares School auditorium. way Singers will perform a collec- Sets Winter Concerts The Westfield Community Band, tion of holiday songs to celebrate the of the bus,” he recalled. “Then, MILLBURN – The Calderone under the direction of Elias J. Zareva, festive mood of the season. when I got on the bus, they had all School of Music of East Hanover Exhibition at Town Book Store will perform a number of classic The Broadway singers are an ex- of their heads down and then and Millburn welcomes the com- holiday favorites. tra-curricular choral group that per- looked up and announced that munity to several free Winter The program will include “The forms for a variety of area organiza- WESTFIELD — For the third jects include abstracts, still-life, Most Wonderful Time of the Year” tions, including Children’s Special- they made it. They kind of played Holiday Concerts. consecutive year, small works landscapes and several other a little joke on me there.” and “Rhapsody for Hanukkah,” a ized Hospital and local nursing On Saturday, December 4, the of art by members of the subjects. symphonic musical setting of songs homes. Mr. Collucci noted that when he Elementary Chorus, Intermedi- Westfield Art Association will be For more information regard- associated with the celebration and Concluding the evening’s concert, and Ms. Farrell gathered with the ate String Ensemble, Adult Cho- on display throughout the holi- ing this display, please call The traditions of Hanukkah. This num- the Westfield Community Band will parents of the singers to discuss rus and Intermediate Guitar day season during business Town Book Store at (908) 233- ber includes the popular “Dreidel join the Edison Broadway Singers in the opportunity, “the risk is that Ensemble will perform. hours at The Town Book Store 3535. Song,” “Raisins and Almonds,” and a performing Irving Berlin’s “White the kids would not be chosen.” Ensembles and soloists on all in Westfield. conclusion with the “Eight Days of Christmas.” But, he hopes the students look instruments and voice will per- These framed original pieces Hanukkah” (known as “Those Were This event is free to the public. form at the school’s East Hanover Please send all A&E the Days, My Friends”). The Westfield Community Band is back in 10 to 15 years and recall range in size and vary in media Other selections for the evening sponsored by the Westfield Recre- that they had the golden opportu- location at 34 Ridgedale Avenue, including watercolors, oils, acryl- Press Releases to: north of the cross street on Route will include the classic-modern se- ation Commission. nity to perform in A Christmas ics and collages. All works will [email protected] lection “Midnight Sleigh Ride,” ar- For more information, please con- Carol. 10. be available for purchase. Sub- ranged by Sauter Finnegan, a dra- tact (908) 789-4080. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, December 2, 1999 Page 21 Arts & Entertainment

Musical Club of Westfield ‘CAROLS IN THE ROUND’ SET AT BAPTIST CHURCH Prepares Classical Concert DURING THE WEEKEND WESTFIELD – The Musical Club WESTFIELD – The First Bap- conclude with Sondheim classics, tist Church of Westfield will of Westfield will celebrate the holi- “Someone is Waiting” from Com- th days with a classical music concert present its 17 annual perfor- pany, “Pretty Women” of Sweeney mance of “Carols in the Round” at the First Baptist Church in Todd and “In Praise of Women” Westfield on Wednesday, Decem- on Saturday and Sunday, De- from A Little Night Music. He will cember 4 and 5, at 4 p.m. be accompanied by Mary Beth Led by the 62-member McFall. Westfield Chorale, the program Flautist Jenny Cline, accompa- will include “Carol of the Bells,” nied by guest artist Pamela Johnson “Do You Hear What I Hear?,” on piano, will perform three light Gustav Holst’s “Christmas Day,” selections: “Sicilienne” from Pelléas Fred Waring’s “Twas the Night et Mélisande, “Offertoire” and Before Christmas” and tradi- “Adagio” and “Variation” from Airs tional carols for the audience. de Ballet D’Ascanio. The Chorale, which is directed The final performer for the af- by William R. Matthews, Minis- ternoon will be Marilyn Spesak, ter of Music at First Baptist mezzo soprano, accompanied at Church, has been a part of “Car- the piano by Louise Andrews. ols in the Round” since 1987. They will play the “Laudamus Each year, the net proceeds Te” from the Mass in C Minor by from the performances benefit Mozart, “Letter Scene” from a local charity with this year’s Werther by Massenet and “Alle- recipients being Mobile Meals. luia” from Exultate Jubilate, also Although Sunday’s perfor- a piece by Mozart. mance has been sold out, a The program chairwoman is limited number of tickets are Rosemarie Gilman and hospitality Jenny Cline available for Saturday’s pro- for the concert will be provided by gram. Reservations are strongly ber 8, at 1 p.m. Evelyn Todd, chairwoman, assisted suggested and may be made by “Welcome Home to Westfield” The program will begin with by Lorraine Blanding, Caroline Holt calling the church at (908) 233- Trent Johnson performing two and Peg McGroarty. 2278. works on the organ. He composed The public is welcome to attend. the first piece of his program, en- Holiday Events Calendar 1999

Composer and Soprano Prepare Thursday, December 2 – 6:30 p.m. MRNJ-Open MRI of Westfield, Corner of South & Central Avenues Tree Lighting Ceremony Performance at Glee Club Event with Holy Trinity Church Adult and Children's Choir. Come meet Giants football hero Billy Ard and see Santa! Light refreshments will be served. Friday, December 3 – WESTFIELD – “Winter Frolic” 7:15 p.m. Temple Emanu-El, 756 E. Broad Street Lighting of the Menorah. Shabbat Service to follow at by Mario Lombardo and a pro- 7:30 p.m. gram by soprano Carol Bayard will be featured in the Westfield Glee Saturday, December 4 – Club Winter Concerts on Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Westfield Service League Thrift Shop, 114 Elmer Street Holiday Sale - call for additional details - 233-2530 December 11, at 8 p.m. at Roosevelt 9:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m., North Avenue Train Station Santa Claus Train Ride sponsored by Jersey Central Intermediate School in Westfield Railway Historical Society, $10 adults, $8 children under 12, Information 908-755-7456. Two and on Sunday, December 12, at 4 hour ride to High Bridge with Santa giving out candy canes, coloring books, crayons and one HO p.m. at the First Congregational Train Set prize per train car. Tickets available at Brunners Opticians, 100 East Broad St. Church in Westfield. 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. South Avenue Train Station and Trolley Stops downtown Free Trolley Rides in A composer of over 200 songs, downtown Westfield. Park for free in the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot and catch the four musicals and several works trolley for a ride to downtown Westfield for shopping, dining and entertainment. for concert band, chorus, piano 11 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Watson Highlanders Pipe Band. Bagpipers and drummers will perform traditional festive and orchestra, Mr. Lombardo is a music throughout downtown Westfield. Cranford resident. He has per- Roger Hayden 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Yuletide Carolers dressed in “Dickens” attire will stroll through downtown Westfield formed for orchestras in Chicago, entertaining shoppers. titled, “Three Characteristic Pieces Boston, Detroit, Cincinnati and 1:00 p.m. - 3 p.m. “Escape” - Women's Barbershop Quartet. Harmony group will perform throughout down- for Organ,” which highlights the New Jersey, as well as throughout Mario Lombardo town Westfield. qualities of the instrument. This piece is divided into three sec- the United States and Europe. Sunday, December 5 – Mr. Lombardo was named “Mu- cert are available at The Music 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. MotoPhoto Portrait Studio, 251 North Avenue Photos with Santa. Free 5x7 with tions, “Grotesque March,” Staff in Westfield and at the door. “Vruechten” and “Whirlwind.” The sician of the Year” for 1994 by the donation of 2 cans of non-perishable food for the Westfield Food Pantry. final selection will be “Tu es Petra” New Jersey State Conference of Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 6 p.m. - Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue - Front lawn Tree Lighting and Carol by Henri Mulet, a religious piece Musicians. for students and senior citizens. Singing, accompanied by a Brass Quartet. subtitled, “Thou Art the Rock.” Ms. Bayard is a Maplewood resi- For more information, please call Dale Juntilla at (908) 232-0673. Wednesday, December 8 – Baritone Roger Hayden of dent. 12 Noon First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Mid-day Musicale Concert. Westfield will sing “Don Quichotte Matthew Sklar will also perform à Dulcinée,” three poems of “Don special selections during the con- Thursday, December 9 – Quixote” by Paul Morand, set to cert. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Musical Performances in downtown stores. music by Maurice Ravel. He will Tickets for the Glee Club con- Saturday, December 11 – 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Town Bank of Westfield, 520 South Ave. Visit with Santa Free photos, candy canes and coloring books, while supply lasts. Two Authors to Sign Books 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. South Avenue Train Station and Trolley Stops downtown Free Trolley Rides in downtown Westfield. Park for free in the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot and catch the trolley for a ride to downtown Westfield shopping, dining and entertainment. At Westfield’s Town Book Store 11 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Watson Highlanders Pipe Band Bagpipers and drummers will perform traditional festive music throughout downtown Westfield. WESTFIELD — The Town Book America series comes a picture his- 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. "Escape" - Women's Barbershop Quartet Barbershop harmony group will perform through- Store of Westfield will host two tory of Seton Hall University. out downtown Westfield. author appearances on Saturday, In this book, Ms. Novarra brings 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Yuletide Carolers dressed in “Dickens” attire will stroll through downtown Westfield December 4. the history of this campus to life. entertaining shoppers. First, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tova With the aid of archive collections, 7:00 p.m. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Ave. 12th Annual Holiday Concert by Schwabischer Novarra will be in to sign copies of she walks the reader through time, Sangergund, Inc. German-American theme with full orchestra, mixed chorus and soloists. Tick- her new book, “Seton Hall: The celebrating the academics, athlet- ets and information 908-232-4743; $12 donation, $14 at the door. College History.” From the pub- ics, students, and religious foun- lishers of the popular Images of dation on which Seton Hall Uni- Sunday, December 12 – versity is built. 10:00 a.m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Street “An English Christmas” performed by the Barbara Zietchick Slates From 2 to 4 p.m., author and Festival Choir. illustrator Peter McCarty will be 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Musical Performances in downtown stores Monotype Demonstration available to sign copies of his 6:00 p.m. Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 1100 Boulevard Children's Christmas Program. newest book “Little Bunny on the 7:30 p.m. Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 Mountain Avenue, Sanctuary Candlelight Carol Service At Visual Arts Center Move.” Simple and accessible, SUMMIT – Westfield resident with the Chancel Choir, The Chancel Handbell Choir, Soloists, Harp, Viola, & Organ; James A “Little Bunny on the Move” takes Simms, Conductor. Barbara Zietchick will conduct a the reader on a classic picture monotype printmaking demonstra- 8:00 p.m. Church of St. Helen, 1600 Rahway Avenue The Promise of Advent: “A Time of Prayer and book journey with a most satisfy- Song.” tion this Saturday, December 4, ing conclusion. from noon to 3 p.m. at the New Reserved copies are available. For Wednesday, December 15 – Jersey Center for Visual Arts, 68 more information, please call The 12 Noon First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Mid-day Musicale Concert. Elm Street, Summit. Town Book Store at (908) 233-3535. Thursday, December 16 – 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Musical Performances in downtown stores. Saturday, December 18 – 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. South Avenue Train Station and Trolley Stops downtown Free Trolley Rides in downtown Westfield. Park for free in the South Avenue Train Station Parking Lot and catch the trolley for a ride to downtown Westfield for shopping, dining and entertainment. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Watson Highlanders Pipe Band Bagpipers and drummers will perform traditional festive music throughout downtown Westfield. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Yuletide Carolers Carolers dressed in “Dickens” attire will stroll through downtown Westfield entertaining shoppers. 1:00 p.m. - 3 p.m. “Escape” - Women's Barbershop Quartet Barbershop harmony will entertain shoppers throughout downtown Westfield. Sunday, December 19 – 11:00 a.m. Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 1100 Boulevard Special Music Presentation at Sunday morning worship service. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Musical Performances in downtown stores. 4:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 250 Gallows Hill Road Holiday Concert featuring The Metropolitan Greek Choral Tickets: $40. Information: 233-8533. Friday, December 24 – 4:00 p.m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer St. Spontaneous Children's Pageant 5:00 p.m. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Avenue, Sanctuary Family Service and Pageant. 6:00 p.m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Street Christmas Pageant. 7:30 p.m.; 9:30 p.m.; and 12 Midnight Church of St. Helen, 1600 Rahway Avenue Christmas Liturgies - Carol Singing 30 minutes before each service. 8:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. The Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Avenue, Sanctuary Candlelight Com- munion Service with Choir and Organ. 11:00 p.m. First Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Street Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols. Friday, December 31 – 7:00 p.m. -1 a.m. First Night Westfield An alcohol-free celebration of the arts throughout Westfield. Infor- mation: 908-518-2983. Sunday, January 2, 20001:00 p.m. - 3 p.m. 4:00 p.m. The Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity, Westfield Ave & First Street Festival of Lessons and Carols for Epiphany - public welcomed. Happy Holidays! Downtown Corporation CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, December 2, 1999 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment Park Middle School Singers To Take Broadway by Storm Stevie Nicks In A Christmas Carol HAPPY

ARTIST OF THE WEEK By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Hensal, told The Leader and The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Times that he is also following in HANUKKAH! SCOTCH PLAINS – There are a sibling’s footsteps – his sister’s Stevie Nicks angels among us and they are – who performed in a past pro- (1948- ) raising their voices with glory duction. and gusto in the auditorium of “You never forget it for the rest Park Middle School in prepara- of your life,” confided Justin, Stevie Nicks — her voice is tion for their performance in A who enjoys singing at home and unmistakable, her stage pres- Christmas Carol at Madison has relished a performance as ence is ominous, her lyrics are Square Garden in New York City. The Wizard in The Wizard of Oz. A TALENTED ACTOR AMONG US…Westfield resident and Westfield legendary and her legacy has Under the careful direction of Jackie Tumoll, an eighth grader High School student, Teddy Alvaro, will portray Leo Clayton in an shaped the world of rock mu- Mary Lu Farrell, 30 cherub-like who admires the singer, Brandy, upcoming episode of NBC’s “Law & Order” scheduled to air in mid- students at Park School comprise sic and styles of current musi- participated in a performance of December. The episode is entitled, “In Loco Parentis,” and deals with the choir that performs a haunt- A Christmas Carol as a sixth violence in the schools and the issue of parental culpability. Pictured Selecting the Ideal cians forever. ing and ethereal version of “God grader because she was short above, Teddy poses with “Law & Order” actor Jerry Orbach. Stephanie Lynn Nicks was Bless Us Everyone” with wide enough for the part. Christmas Tree born on May 26, 1948 in Phoe- smiles of innocence and awe. “It’s my first time in a Broad- NBC’s ‘Law & Order’ to Feature nix, Ariz. Because she had Six choir members recently sat way show,” revealed seventh trouble pronouncing her down with The Westfield Leader grader, Heather Vitollo who looks For Your Home name, she called herself Stevie. and The Times to discuss their up to pop star Britney Spears. Westfield Actor, Teddy Alvaro The New Jersey Department Heavily influenced by her upcoming performance, musi- Heather would like to perform in of Agriculture has provided a cians they admire and the fact the Broadway musical, The Lion acting since the third grade and has helpful guide on selecting, cut- grandfather, Aaron Jess Nicks, WESTFIELD – An upcoming epi- ting and maintaining the ideal Stevie began crooning coun- that they are all very confident King, and added, “I really have sode of NBC’s “Law & Order” will appeared in numerous local and school that they will pull off a flawless to want to do it.” productions. Christmas tree. For a free copy try songs with him at the age of feature Westfield actor Teddy Alvaro of the guide, please send a performance. “It’s a once in a lifetime chance,” in a featured role. Scheduled to air in Professionally, Teddy has several four. In 1965, she joined the Seventh grader, Jennifer Roth, commercial and voice over credits, self-addressed, stamped enve- Alyssa Robak said of the Christ- mid-December, the episode is en- lope to John E. Perry, Execu- folk band, The Changing beamed, “It’s an experience you mas Carol opportunity. The sev- titled, “In Loco Parentis,” and deals has appeared in New York City pro- Times. tive Secretary, New Jersey can only experience once and it enth grader also admires the pop with violence in the schools and the ductions, including The Rose Tattoo, A Christmas Tree Growers’ Asso- She met Lindsey is an honor to be in it.” star Spears. issue of parental culpability. Christmas Carol and The Elephant ciation, 805 Brookside Drive, Buckingham, a fellow class- Karel Chaves, a sixth grade All of the students, who be- Teddy, who will play the character Man. Toms River, 08753. mate, when the Nicks family pupil is following in his brother’s lieve themselves to be Broad- of Leo Clayton, is a teenager who is Teddy is currently starring in the footsteps as a member of the way-bound beyond this season’s victimized and tortured by a fellow PBS series, “Connect with English” as Selecting the Ideal Tree moved to Atherton, Calif. This Alex Mendoza. relationship would affect her cast. Karel revealed that when he performance, cited “great acting” student who goes on to murder an- Select a tree with the height, would visit his brother in a pre- other one of their peers. He is represented by J. Mitchell shape and density that best membership in Fleetwood Mac and “good organization” as com- Teddy performed with Law & Or- Management and is a member of the vious performance of A Christ- ponents of being ready for the suits your needs. Consider and her personal life. mas Carol, he became inspired der actors Jerry Orbach, Angie Harmon Screen Actors Guild, Actors Equity where it will be located in your Although she originally to perform in a production of his Great White Way. and Sam Waterston. and AFTRA. home and the kind of orna- planned to become an English own. Karel admires singer and “She’s really good,” the choir Presently a sophomore at Westfield ments you will use. For best teacher, Stevie pursued her actor Will Smith from Indepen- members said of their instructor High School, Teddy is studying drama needle retention, select a pine, love for music by performing dence Day and “The Fresh Prince and professional musician, Ms. under Joseph Nierle. He has been Douglas, concolor or Fraser Farrell, adding that she always fir. Colorado blue spruce holds with a string of bands like Fritz, of Bell Air.” needles very well. which also featured Fellow sixth grader, Justin Continued on Page 20 Pen and Ink Buckingham. Setting Up the Tree However, on New Year’s Eve By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Before bringing the tree in- in 1974, Stevie received a tele- doors, cut off an inch from the Though Issue is a Dung Deal, Giuliani Thanks bottom to help the tree take in phone call from Mick the water more readily. Use a Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac, A&E Editor for Support in Museum Dispute tree stand that holds one to which made her an indelible In the business of journalism, especially editorial writing, many people two gallons of water and fill it part of music worldwide. think they can tell you how you should word things differently, be more as soon as you set up the tree. “Silver Springs,” “Rhiannon,” polite, more sensitive. In other words, lose your backbone by sacrificing “Dreams,” and “Landslide,” are Maintaining Your Tree your views and principles. Sorry, I don’t work that way. My credo was Keep the stand filled with just some of the songs that upheld after I received a response to a letter I wrote to New York City Mayor water to prevent needle drop have influenced rockers like Rudolph Giuliani when the Brooklyn Museum of Art and the city went head and prolong the tree’s fresh- Sheryl Crow and Courtney to head regarding an exhibit portraying the Virgin Mary adorned with dung. ness and color. Check the wa- Love, shaping their love and After discovering an e-mail address for the Mayor, I wrote, “I don’t ter level a few times a day. admiration for the Arizona na- know if this e-mail will actually reach you, but I wanted to express my 100 percent support of your stance regarding the painting at the Brooklyn Christmas Tree Trivia tive. She began a highly-suc- The first Christmas tree dates cessful solo career in 1981. Museum of Art…Mr. Ofili (Chris Ofili, the artist whose picture created the controversy) does not seem to know the true definition of art.” back to 16th century Germany. Stevie currently resides in One day before The Leader and The Times broke for Thanksgiving, I The first commercial tree lot Phoenix where she journals, turned on my computer that morning only to find a response from the opened for business in 1851 in works on an autobiography, Mayor himself under the title, “Re: 100 Percent Support.” New York City. and music. She has cited Janis WINTER WONDERLAND...Postcards of Mindowaskin Park in Westfield Top-selling trees include the are sold by the Friends of Mindowaskin Park as a fundraiser to “Dear Friend, I write in response to your correspondence regarding the Balsam fir, Douglas fir, noble Joplin, Natalia Makarova, Greta continue the group’s work toward preservation and restoration of Sensation exhibit on display at the Brooklyn Museum of Art. I appreciate fir and Scotch pine. Garbo and Isadora Duncan, as the park. These postcards, and others depicting seasonal landscapes, your support of my stance on the issues surrounding this exhibit and I thank One acre of Christmas trees having the greatest influence are available at William’s Nursery, Periwinkle’s Fine Gifts, Miller- you for taking the time to write and share your thoughts with me. Sincerely, produces the daily oxygen re- on her stage performances. Cory House Museum and The Town Book Store. Rudolph W. Giuliani, Mayor.” quirement for 18 people. One phrase echoed in my conscience when I reread that letter: “share For each harvested Christ- your thoughts.” No matter what your views, it is always rewarding to voice mas tree, two to three seed- Downtown Winter Decorating them and give them wings. lings are planted in its place. Melissa Miller Plays Franklin Pierce, the 14th President of the United States, Role in Production was the first to display a tree in Prepared by Fanwood Committee the White House. At Vassar College FANWOOD – The Fanwood Billy Populus. The Most Local Places to WESTFIELD – Melissa Miller, a Cultural Arts Committee and its Mr. Populus grew up in Fanwood Purchase Trees sophomore at Vassar College in Winter Decorating Committee will and will return to his hometown Williams Nursery, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., played the host a family winter celebration to for this special celebration. He has Westfield role of Niobe in the recent produc- decorate the downtown on Sun- performed in several musical are- Parker Greenhouses, tion of Timberlake Wertenbaker’s day, December 5, from 2 to 5 p.m. nas and venues. Scotch Plains Festivities will begin with down- His performance of his own Allen’s Christmas Tree The Love of the Nightingale. Farm, Cranbury The play was presented by The town decorating at 2 p.m. Addi- personal compositions and well- tional activities will be held from 3 Barclay’s Tree Farm, Experimental Theatre of Vassar known favorites will begin at the Cranbury College on November 17 and 19 at to 5 p.m. on the north side of the Train Station at 3:15 p.m. Fanwood Train Station, including Bryant Nursery, the Powerhouse Theatre at Vassar. The afternoon will conclude with Jamesburg The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. games, “reindeer” rides for chil- a candlelight community proces- Giamarest Farms, East Frederic Miller of Westfield, Mel- dren, photos with Santa Claus, sion from Fanwood’s Millennium Brunswick issa is a graduate of Westfield High refreshments and entertainment by Clock to the traditional tree light- W.V. Griffin Nurseries, School. New York City guitarist and soloist ing ceremony with Mayor South Brunswick Maryanne S. Connelly. Dixiedale Farm, Chatam NEW JERSEY’S OLDEST Admission is free. The public is Simonson Farms, invited to attend. For more infor- Cranbury Dower Tree Farm, Peapack • COMMUNITY THEATER • mation, please call Winter Commit- ALL THE WORLD LOVES A CLOWN...Although there was fog and drizzle tee Chairman, Mark Annese, at (908) Wolgast Tree Farm, in the air, it did not rain on the parade of Scotch Plains resident, Barbara Somerset • The Cranford Dramatic Club Children’s Theatre • 889-7529 or Cultural Arts Director, Ostroff. Ms. Ostroff fulfilled a lifelong wish of participating in the Annual Adele Kenny, at (908) 889-7223. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City on November 25. 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