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Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, October 18, 2012 OUR 122nd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 42-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Freeholders Comment On Berkeley Heights Secession From Union Co. By PAUL J. PEYTON Summit might not be far beyond,” town to leave (a county). I am sure Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mr. Bury said. over time Berkeley Heights will de- COUNTY – The issue of Berke- Mr. Bury said a Berkeley Heights termine that it makes since to stay ley Heights wanting to secede from homeowner would pay 46 percent with Union County,” Freeholder Union County came up again at last less in county taxes in Morris Mirabella said. Thursday’s Union County Board of County, 35 percent less in Somerset Freeholder Dan Sullivan told Mr. Chosen Freeholders meeting. County and 20 percent less in Bury Union County put in $10 mil- John Bury of Kenilworth said he Middlesex County. Mr. Bury asked lion in county funds for the con- attended a recent Berkeley Heights the freeholders to provide reasons struction of Snyder Park in Berke- Township Council meeting. He said why the township should stay in ley Heights, a project supported by the township plans on putting a non- Union County. the township and its residents. He binding referendum on the Novem- Freeholder Chairman Al also said the county helped the ber 2013 election ballot on the se- Mirabella responded, “There are so township in its opposition to a pro- cession question. many reasons why Union County posed exit on Route 78 at Diamond “They all seem pretty serious should stay together the way it is.” Hill Road that was being pushed by about it. If Berkeley Heights goes, “It is a very difficult process for a Somerset County. “That exit in Berkeley Heights would have only benefited Somerset County,” said Freeholder Sullivan, noting Union County helped kill the project based on Berkeley Heights’ strong opposition. He said the issue of secession

“speaks to the kind of silly nature Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader of the whole discussion because at REFLECTIVE BEAUTY...Fall foliage is reflected in Mindowaskin Pond in Westfield, creating a beautiful display of fall the end of the day, no one is going colors as the leaves begin to change along with the weather. anywhere.” He said he believes the focus has been on county taxes instead of Berkeley Heights’ school taxes, “because I think we’re an Cranford Looks to Appeal Decision easy target.” “It’s an issue kind of like freeholder districting. It comes up all On Birchwood Development the time and really has nowhere to go,” Freeholder Sullivan said. By DELL SIMEONE The letter sent by Mr. Eisendorfer Mr. Morin said the basis of the In other business, the freeholders Specially Written for The Westfield Leader to Judge Chrystal proposed an or- appeal is to question all aspects of approved a resolution to fund the CRANFORD – Township Attor- der of final judgment, and confirms the trial court’s decision. county’s Code Blue Emergency ney Philip Morin told the Cranford that the township has complied with “We’re confident the court can Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Shelter Initiative for the 2012-2013 Township Committee Tuesday night the court mandate to amend its now say that Cranford is in compli- TROMPE L’OEIL…The New Jersey American Water Company kicked off its water main awareness campaign Saturday at the Community Center Street Fair winter. The county is appropriating that he received a copy of a letter Master Plan and adopt an ordinance ance with its obligation with regard held at the train station. The Water Company unveiled a mural by Melanie $60,000 for the program, which as- from state Superior Court Judge allowing the CDA to develop the to affordable housing, and if so, the Stemmell of Los Angeles, Calif. showing a water main break site, which was sists the county’s homeless in get- Lisa F. Chystal, which was written Birchwood property. This step had township will then be protected designed in a way that a person could stand on the picture and feel as if they were ting into shelters during extreme by Stephen Eisendorfer, the attor- to be taken before the township from exclusionary zoning litigation actually at the site. cold winter weather. ney for Cranford Development As- could appeal the court’s decision. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 “We understand there are no sociates (CDA), the company which other counties in the State of New seeks to develop 215/235 MS Planning Bd. OK’s Jersey that offer this type of pro- Birchwood Avenue for a 360-unit North Ave. Apartment Bld. gram so you are to be commended apartment complex, 60 of which for putting it on the table,” Ravenell would be affordable units. Sheffield St. Applications Williams, 4th, president and chief CDA had sued the township via a Plan to Be Heard in Nov. By MARIA A. MEGA whatsoever?” The owners explained executive officer of the Plainfield Builder’s Remedy Lawsuit, and in By DELL SIMEONE under the building as proposed. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the business produces biodegradable YMCA, told the freeholders. “The December of 2011, Judge Chrystal Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Another case moved to November MOUNTAINSIDE — The waste and would not cause harm. The homeless population in this county decided in favor of the developer. WESTFIELD – Last Wednesday was Red Realty, LLC, UBS and Mountainside Planning Board met application for the business was then is growing. This is a service that is Cranford was vulnerable because it evening, the Westfield Board of Ad- Verizon, located at 109 North Av- last Thursday evening to hear appli- approved. definitely needed. We are saving has not met its fair share housing justment approved variances for eight enue, West, which are seeking to cations involving zoning issues The next application was for a lives through this program.” obligations as set forth by the state’s homeowners, denied requests for install signage. The ordinance al- within the township. business also interested in property CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Mount Laurel agreement. signage variances for the middle of lows one sign at the main entrance The board first heard from the on Sheffield Road. Christopher downtown and carried over two re- while the proposed is a new wall owners of American Heat Transfers, Shalhouv, owner of Circle Three quests to the Wednesday, November sign 44.5 inches by 116.5 inches on who were looking to establish a lo- Designs LLC, also at 269 Sheffield 14, meeting. the building’s south elevation be- cation for their business at 269 Street, explained to the board that he An application carried over to No- tween the second and third floors. Sheffield Road in Mountainside. The was looking for approval for use of vember 14 is 440 North Avenue, LLC, The applicant also seeks to replace company sought to acquire a 5,000- a 2,500-square-foot unit. Mr. 440 North Avenue, East. The appli- and enlarge the present signage, square-foot location for eight or nine Shalhouv builds reusable transport cant is seeking approval to construct a which requires variances. employees. The business manufac- cases for different professions. The building for residential use in a gen- On another application, Jessica tures heat transfer paper, which is existing variance permits lot cover- eral business zone. The town’s zoning Pinter, store manager and marketing used for applying images to T-shirts. age of over 75 percent where 86.3 ordinance does not allow a residential director of Second Time Around, lo- Michael Disko, the board’s engi- percent exists. When asked if his use in the GB-2 Zone. The applicant cated at 125 Quimby Street, repre- neer, read through the performance business generates any “particulate has proposed a building with 12 apart- sented applicant Jean Nicholson. standards to explain the safety pro- matter,” Mr. Shalhouv clarified and ments for residential use. The ordi- They were seeking to retain signage tocols the team must follow if they detailed how the specific dust sys- nance also does not permit parking CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 wish to bring their business to tem he utilizes keeps his business Mountainside. Board member Steve area safe and clean. The board ap- Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) Asm. Upendra Chivukula (D-17th) Matlin then asked, “Will there be any proved this application. harmful waste from this operation CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Lance, Chivukula Face Off In First of Three Debates By MARIA A. MEGA Assemblyman Chivukula tackled the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader first issue of healthcare. He explained CLARK — The Gateway Regional his support for the Affordable Chamber of Commerce hosted a de- Healthcare Act, stating, “The shift from bate between two-term incumbent Rep. emergency-room care to primary care Leonard Lance (R-7th) and his oppo- helps the cost of healthcare.” He be- nent, state Assemblyman Upendra lieves Americans of all age groups Chivukula (D-17, Somerset) on Octo- should have access to healthcare and ber 11 at the Holiday Inn in Clark. The further stated his support for women’s debate focused on multiple topics of health and care for senior citizens. He importance for the upcoming Novem- claims that Mr. Lance supports “cut- ber election. ting Planned Parenthood and other Moderator Jim Coyle of the Cham- important services.” ber instructed the candidates to each Mr. Lance came back at Mr. Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader begin with a two-minute introduction Chivukula, clarifying that he “voted FOUNDING FATHERS...Union County College in Cranford celebrates its 79th about themselves before delving into to repeal the Affordable Healthcare anniversary with a tribute to its founding fathers on Tuesday featuring an annual the debate issues. The candidates knew Act” and “replace it” with a more wreath laying ceremony in the college’s historic tree grove. The event was led by the five topics of discussion – healthcare, beneficial option. The Congressman the Cranford Fire Department Bag Pipers. taxes, debt and deficit, unemployment stated, “I think this calls for bipartisan and financial services – but were not will in order to bring it all together.” PAGE INDEX Photo courtesy of Paul Kolterjahn PAGE INDEX LITERARY LIAISONS...The Friends of the Westfield Memorial Library cel- provided with the actual questions be- He said he hopes to aid in modifying forehand. the current law. Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 ebrated its 40th anniversary on Sunday. The event was attended by many former Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 presidents of the volunteer organization. Past presidents, pictured, front row, left Having won the deciding coin toss, CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 to right, are: Barbara Peek, Jean Liggett, Ann Robinson, Marilyn Kolterjahn, Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-17 Gini Isaacson and Ann Arkel. Back row, left to right, are: Regina Dowd, current Keep up to date at www.goleader.com Community ... 6-8, 18 Classifieds ..... 18 co-president; Jane Stepanski, Jane Curtis, Teddy Taranto, Fran Lemberg, Jody November 6 General Election Information Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20 Lipson and Arlene Burgess. See story page 3.

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Education (BOE) reported on the re- “Our SATs have increased from sults of the 2012 New Jersey Assess- 1609 to 1675 (from 2011 to ment of Skills and Knowledge 2012)…the New Jersey state aver- (NJASK) exams recently taken by age ranged from 1500 to 1511, the Mountainside students. national average was from 1500 to According to the New Jersey De- 1498,” Mr. Gioia stated. “They’re partment of Education, the NJASK is pretty good scores. There are some a “comprehensive, multi-grade as- local districts that are a little bit GOING GREEN…On a beautiful sunny day this month, students in Nancy Kinney’s sessment program. Along with other better than this…but I think it’s a third-grade class at Deerfield School in Mountainside worked to help prepare the indicators of student progress, the good improvement from last year. school’s new greenhouses for planting. The greenhouses were obtained through a results of the elementary-level as- It’s a very nice position against the HOMETOWN NEWS…This group of friends, all originally from Westfield, grant from PSE&G and ANJEE (Alliance for NJ Environmental Education). state and national averages.” enjoy The Westfield Leader on a recent trip to the Hood River, Ore. area, at Students at Deerfield School will plant vegetables and flowers, some of which will be sessments are intended to be used to identify students who need additional “AP placement exams, I think this Multnomah Falls. Pictured, left to right, are: Tom Kiselica of Westfield, Frank transferred in the spring to the garden at Beechwood School. Polese of San Diego, Calif., Brian Kinney of Mountainside, Alek Kiselica of Hood instructional support.” The NJASK is very impressive. Berkeley River, Ore. and Gregg Foster of East Greenville, Pa. tests language arts, mathematics and Heights – 89.6 percent of students science proficiency levels. who took an advanced placement Lance, Chivukula Debate Chief School Administrator exam scored three or over…The Nancy Lubarsky provided a pre- New Jersey average was around 75 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Westfield Board of Adj. sentation on the results of the exam. percent, the national average was in Following the discussion of schools. The results were tabulated and the 60-percent range. Obviously CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 healthcare, the debate moved on to “We need science and technology then compared to demographically very high, very impressive.” contrary to town code. The ordi- clear views of the pool from the taxes and debt. Mr. Chivukula stated education for this economy and soci- similar districts in Union County In other news, several members nance allows one wall sign located home. Ms. Kelly said she needed to that he would fight for changes in tax ety. We need entrepreneurship,” Mr. and then to the entire state as a of the board petitioned the public to at the main public entrance. The observe her five children and their codes. He also claimed Americans are Chivukula stated. He also said there is whole. Comparative districts to complete a survey recently released applicant has proposed one sign at friends while swimming in the pool “at the cliff” due to high raises in taxes. a need for a curriculum catering to Mountainside in Union County in- by the board. “We are undertaking the main entrance, and one sign on from the home. The home is on two- Mr. Lance says he does not favor rais- different mindsets. clude Berkeley Heights, Fanwood- our strategic planning survey,” the sidewall. and-a-half acres, bounded on each ing taxes on anyone, but does favor Mr. Lance said small businesses are Scotch Plains, New Providence, Board President James Ruban The ordinance allows a maximum side by wooded wetlands. Mr. Sottos extending tax rates for one year and key in creating the jobs Americans Summit and Westfield. stated. “We’re undertaking our five- mounting height of 12 feet while the said woodlands would obscure the then implementing change. He said he need. Endorsed by the National Fed- The results compared different year strategic plan to map out the applicant has proposed 16 feet. The open area. also agrees with extending President eration of Small Businesses, the Con- groups of students at a particular direction that the district is going to town ordinance allows a maximum Terry and Diane Quinn of 542 George W. Bush-era tax cuts and gressman said he does not support rais- grade level (such as all fourth grad- take, so I encourage everybody in horizontal sign dimension of 13.5 Arlington Avenue were approved to pledged to move forward with tax re- ing taxes, as it would hinder small ers) or one group of students the community…please take a mo- feet while the applicant has pro- construct first- and second-floor ad- form in 2013 if reelected. businesses. throughout their school careers ment to fill it out.” posed 15 feet. In addition, the ordi- ditions. The Quinns intend to build a Mr. Chivukula opened the discus- In their closing statements, each can- (such as all students born in 1999). As covered in a recent edition of nance allows a maximum vertical master suite on the second floor sion about debt and deficit in America didate focused on moving the nation The students were classified as The Westfield Leader, the survey sign dimension of 30 inches while above their sunroom and to add a by claiming, “This Congress is the least forward. Mr. Chivukula, who has served advanced proficient, with scores arose from the board’s recent stra- 48 inches is proposed. Attorney Jim family room and half bath on the productive in 100 years.” He based this in the state Legislature for 10 years, ranging from 250 to 300; profi- tegic planning sessions seeking in- Flynn of Westfield, who argued that first floor. on the fact that America’s debt is nearly said he believes his work and educa- cient, with scores ranging from 200 novative ideas to improve the dis- it would be hard to identify the store Patricia and Ross Margolies of 8 $16 trillion. tional experiences have allowed him to to 249, and partially proficient, for trict. with smaller signage, spoke on be- Stoneleigh Park were approved to The debate then centered on a dis- live the American dream. He said he those students with scores below The survey may be obtained at half of the store. construct a fence in their front yard. cussion pertaining to the costs of Social wants all Americans to live that dream 200. the Mountainside Public Library The board denied the request and The applicants had sought a five- Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Mr. and he feels he relates to middle-class According to Ms. Lubarsky, and BOE Administration Office, the applicant was told that the foot fence on a wall that is 21 inches Chivukula said these costs are explod- Americans and understands the issues Mountainside students compared located at the Beechwood School. signage must be compliant with the at its highest point, resulting in ing due to the new average life expect- at hand. favorably with students from other The survey also may be completed ordinance within 90 days of No- heights of up to nearly seven feet. ancy compared to when these benefits Mr. Lance closed by stating his de- districts. “We still are doing better online on the district’s website. vember 14. Thomas Cassidy, a neighbor, ob- were first established. Mr. Lance said sire to “remove the cloak of uncer- (in most years), but in some years “We’re going to have a presenta- Mohamed and Naasa El-Sherbeini jected to a higher fence. Board mem- he supports these benefits and does not tainty” from Americans. He concluded we aren’t. But overall we are, par- tion on the results of the survey,” of 848 Bradford Avenue were ap- ber Mark Doherty suggested the believe in cutting them as his opponent stating he is proud of his career in ticularly this past year.” Mr. Ruban said. “We’re getting re- proved to construct a second-story board stipulate the fence be no criticized. Again, Mr. Lance claimed a Trenton, where he was a legislator for Ms. Lubarsky stated the NJASK sponses in and we’d like to get as addition over their attached garage. higher than five feet, but the board bipartisan move must occur to make 18 years, and is proud of his integrity could be used as a tool to identify many as possible.” Partha P. Palit of 1511 Boulevard opted to restrict the height to four sure people get their full benefits. and fiscal responsibility. areas where students both excel and The next BOE meeting open to was approved to construct a two- feet. In their discussion pertaining to the The next debate between the candi- struggle. “We need to do more in- the public is scheduled for Tues- story addition. David Friedman of 1513 Boule- current unemployment rate which is dates will take place on Sunday, Octo- depth analysis. Where do students day, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at John Varghese and Jolly Thomas vard was approved to construct a now 7.8 percent nationally, Mr. ber 21, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and will increase or decrease their perfor- the Beechwood School’s Susan O. were approved to construct first- and one-story addition and a covered Chivukula stated, “We need to figure be hosted by the Jewish Community mance from year to year?” Collier Media Center. second-floor additions at 610 porch. While the town requires a out how to bring back manufacturing.” Center of Central New Jersey at the The results of NJASK may be Norwood Drive. The homeowners one-car garage for the Boulevard, Additionally, he believes continual Wilf Jewish Community Campus, 1391 viewed on the district’s website, intend to build a bedroom over the Mr. Friedman had not included a funding must be given to vocational Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. mountainsideschools.org. garage, which is attached to the home garage in his plans. Mr. Friedman During the committee reports por- CF Council on an undersized lot. said to add a garage he would have tion of the meeting, Dante Gioia, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 John and Robin Kelly of 1249 to take down a 100-year-old oak board liaison with the Berkeley for 10 years,” Mr. Morin said. “We Prospect Street were approved to tree. Heights Board of Education, deliv- welcome the final judgment and construct a pool enclosure fence. Kevin McCormack of 217 Hazel ered a brief report on recent Scho- the opportunity to pursue our legal The ordinance requires a pool be Avenue was approved to extend the lastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores arguments in relation to the trial enclosed and screened with a six- front wall of his garage. The appli- and Advanced Placement (AP) court decision. The site plan hear- foot, solid fence on three of its four cant said he wishes to align the ga- ing on the Birchwood property was sides. The applicant proposed a four- rage with the façade of the home and conducted, not in Cranford, [not] and-a-half foot, open-style fence for expand his kitchen by three feet into by its planning board, but in Supe- a portion of the area that requires a the back of the garage. Freeholders rior Court in Elizabeth in August as six-foot solid fence. The next meeting of the zoning CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ordered by Judge Chrystal.” The applicant’s planner, Nicholas board of adjustment will be Wednes- Debbie Morgan, deputy director Judge Chrystal is still awaiting Sottos, whose office is located in day, November 14, at 7:30 p.m., at of Central Jersey Legal Services the recommendations of Judge Cranford, presented plans to install the municipal building, located at (CJLS), said of the 3,625 individu- Douglass Wolfson, the hearing ex- a new fence, which would allow 425 East Broad Street. als and/or families served by CJLS, aminer, and from Elizabeth 7 percent, or 250 families, are home- McKenzie, the special master. less. “Sometimes we simply cannot In other business, the township provide legal services to these indi- committee adopted an ordinance Mtsd. Planning Board viduals because they have no legal increasing certain swim pool utility CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 defense. That is when we offer them fees. Under the new ordinance, the Following these two businesses, the plans and questioned, “Is what Code Blue assistance,” she said. price for all levels of swim lessons the board heard from local resi- you’ve described tonight any dif- Susan Pepper, director of hous- at the summer pool at Orange Av- dents seeking approval for various ferent from your final plans?” The ing and central services for the enue and at Centennial Avenue will renovations and additions to their couple stated that the plans depicted SHALL WE DANCE?…Arthur Murray Kenilworth students and teachers YMCA of Eastern Union County, be a member fee of $80 for nine households. Walter Heckel, a life- the absolute end result. The roofing building and supporting their community. added that the county is “surely to swimming lessons and a non-mem- long Mountainside resident, de- plans, however, are a foot-and-a- be commended for your commit- ber fee of $85 for seven lessons. At tailed the renovation issue he seeks half above what is allowed in the ment” to the Code Blue program. the winter pool on Centennial Av- for his home, constructed during zoning code. Variances include Arthur Murray Studio to Host The board also approved a reso- enue, the member fee will be $70 the 1950s. Mr. Heckel explained height over 30 feet where 31.5 per- lution appointing retired Union for seven lessons and the non-mem- that the front porch steps of his cent is proposed. Make-A-Wish Fundraiser County finance director Lawrence ber fee will be $85 for seven les- single-family dwelling are falling Mr. Zawislak asked, “Do you Caroselli to the Union County Vo- sons. apart and are in need of repair. Plan- know the height of houses next to KENILWORTH – On October 27, Kartashovs are supporting the Make- cational-Technical Schools Board The committee also adopted an ning Board Chairman John Tomaine you?” Mr. McSharry confirmed that the Arthur Murray Studio of A-Wish Foundation, which has been of Education to fill the expired term ordinance designating the portion questioned Mr. Heckel, “Does it his neighbor’s home is “about 32 Kenilworth, N.J. is holding a Renais- granting wishes to children with life- of Charles Mancuso, who has re- of Walnut Avenue from North Av- fall within the setback limits?” Mr. feet.” After presenting their appli- sance Ball-themed fundraiser for the threatening medical conditions since tired from the board as its long- enue to Lexington Avenue a 25 mph Heckel affirmed this question and cation, the McSharry project was Make-A-Wish Foundation at 1980. The country’s largest wish- time president. zone. his application was approved. approved providing the engineer’s Glynallyn Mansion in Morristown, granting organization, Make-A-Wish At the start of the meeting, the The committee also passed an or- Mario Coimbra and Celia requirements are met. N.J. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the event primarily relies on volunteers and board congratulated the students, dinance on first reading, which Coimbra, of 1009 Charles Street, Nicholas A. Frungillo, Jr., of 1571 will include a cocktail hour, dinner fundraisers to grant the wishes of staff and administration at the Union would amend the Cranford Munici- next presented their application to Rising Way, followed to discuss his and dancing. There will be perfor- more than 250,000 children around County Vocational-Technical pal Code relating to the historic the board. The couple explained need for a deck extension on his mances from members of the New the world. Schools for being designated a Blue preservation advisory board and their desire for two additions to home. The deck would be made of Jersey Symphony and professional The gala fundraiser will be held at Ribbon School by the United States procedure relating to designation their Charles Street home. Their synthetic wood. The board approved Arthur Murray dancers. Arthur Glynallyn Mansion at 12 Canfield Department of Education’s National of landmarks and districts. The pur- home, a non-conforming structure, his application. Murray International, Inc. has over Road. Glynallyn is a three-story, Blue Ribbon Schools Program. Tho- pose, as stated by the ordinance, is is proposed to have a kitchen addi- The final application of the 260 dance studios in 21 countries 32,000-square-foot mansion built mas Bistocchi, Vo-Tech superinten- to preserve the historical, cultural, tion and a two-car garage with a evening was presented by Stewart around the world. Arthur Murray is from 1913 to 1917. Businessman dent of schools, said 269 schools architectural and social heritage of master suite. The issue for the addi- Ballatt of Central Avenue. Mr. Ballatt America’s second oldest franchise George Marshall Allen commissioned representing 50 states were desig- the township. A hearing and final tion arose as variances include a demonstrated his need to remove and has been teaching the world to famous New York architect Charles I. nated Blue Ribbon schools, includ- adoption of this ordinance will be side yard under eight feet or 10 the side-yard attachment on his prop- dance for 100 years. They teach a Berg to replicate a Tudor-style castle, ing six New Jersey schools. The held at a future meeting. percent lot width where 7.5 percent erty and replace it with a bedroom/ range of classic and modern styles, complete with intricate interior de- schools will be recognized during a Mayor David Robinson urged the is proposed. The board approved bathroom suite. The board asked, including the waltz, swing, fox trot tails, stained glass and a moat. It is ceremony on November 12 and 13 public to attend tonight’s debate at the Coimbras’ application. “This will not be considered a two- and popular Latin styles like cha cha listed on the National Register of in Washington, D.C. 8 p.m. in the courtroom/committee Peter and Kelly McSharry, of family home on a one-family lot in and salsa. Historic Places. In addition to sup- The board also gave a resolution chambers of the municipal build- 1088 Willow Street, proposed a the future, correct?” Mr. Ballatt The Arthur Murray Kenilworth porting a worthy fund like the Make- to Barry O’Donovan, owner of ing on Springfield Avenue between complete renovation of their newly agreed and also stated that the new Studio opened its doors January 1, A-Wish Foundation and providing a Kilkenny House Restaurant and Pub Democrat Tom Hannen, Jr. and purchased home in Mountainside. structure would not include a base- 2010 and is located at 501 Boulevard tour of the lovely, historic Glynallyn, in Cranford, for his efforts in re- Republican Scott Mease, both of The couple wants to renovate the ment. Mr. Ballatt’s application was in Kenilworth. Owners Danila and this singular event also is part of the building his four-year-old restau- whom are vying for Mr. Robinson’s house, built in 1955, with the addi- approved by the board on the condi- Nuria Kartashov are professional year-long centennial anniversary cel- rant after it was heavily damaged seat on the township committee. tion of another story and pushing tion that the structure would require dancers. Danila Kartashov, originally ebration for Arthur Murray Interna- during Hurricane Irene in 2011. Mr. The election will determine which out the back of the house to create a new foundation. from Russia, and Nuria, from Spain, tional. O’Donovan thanked all those who party has control of the governing more room for their expanding fam- The next Mountainside Planning have won a number of international Danila and Nuria Kartashov helped him obtain low-interest loans body in 2013. Republicans currently ily. The couple provided the board Board meeting will take place on dance awards and are Certified Ex- Paid Bulletin Board to rebuild the restaurant. He said have a 3-2 majority on the commit- with architectural plans to explain Thursday, November 8, at 7:30 p.m. aminers accredited by the World Pro- goleader.com/express Kilkenny House sustained $300,000 tee. Mr. Robinson, a Republican, is and detail the project. Board mem- at the Mountainside Municipal fessional Dance Association. The damage during the storm. not seeking reelection this year. ber Theodore Zawislak referred to Building. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, October 18, 2012 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 53rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 42-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Scotch Plains Awards Study Contract for Police Dept. Merger By JASON KIM go by.” tion agreement between the two com- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains- Fanwood Times “Hiring a professional law enforce- munities. They’re working together as SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch ment expert, who is well known to one group, with a common goal to Plains Township Council passed a reso- some of our legal professionals... pro- hopefully be able to combine the police lution Tuesday night to hire the Rosell vide guidance and recommendations, department to accomplish several Group to analyze the possible merger is an important part of the process,” goals.” of the Scotch Plains and Fanwood po- Mr. Marcus said. “First is to save [our] taxpayers lice departments. The consultancy firm Richard Rosell, a veteran and retired money. Two, [is] to pay for the police will provide recommendations on the New Jersey State Police captain, heads departments of both towns. Three, [is] possible effects of combining services the Rosell Group. He is the public to have efficiencies and to avoid redun- from respective departments. safety director for the town of Dover. dancies,” Mr. Marcus said. He said the “This resolution awards a contract to He also had the same position for township believes these goals along the Rosell Group LLC,” Councilman Springfield for two years. with the goal of “maintaining high- Michael “Mickey” Marcus said. “The “He had been very seriously in- quality of performance from both de- consulting service is in reviewing and volved in discussions with our coun- partments” is what “both residents of analyzing a joint meeting proposal for terparts in Fanwood regarding com- Scotch Plains and Fanwood expect.” the police departments [of Scotch Plains bining the respective police depart- According to Mr. Marcus, the Rosell and Fanwood].” He said the council, ments into one,” Mr. Marcus said. Group would be retained for the service “at this point, does not have a road map “They had numerous meetings, ac- with a $100 per hour fee, with a total [for the police department merger] to tively working on facilitating a resolu- billing not exceeding $4,000. Mayor Mary DePaola told The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that the fee structure would be sufficient to find out the efficacy of the possible merger route. Benjamin B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times GOBLINS AND GHOULS...A residence on North Avenue in Fanwood appears to be haunted as Halloween creatures Colleen Gialanella, the running mate emerge from the front yard. of Councilman and Democratic may- oral challenger and current Council- man Kevin Glover, was in attendance. During the open floor, she congratu- SP BOE Learns About District’s lated the council for taking the merger discussions in the right direction. How- ever, Mrs. Gialanella asked why the cost of the exploratory consulting ser- Participation in Big Read Project vice only burdened Scotch Plains. By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL munity-based and is being led by the would enable the students to “think Mayor DePaola said more was at Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Scotch Plains Library, who applied outside the box, welcome cultural stake for the Scotch Plains Police De- SCOTCH PLAINS — An instruc- for and received a National Endow- differences and receive a sense of partment, and the small cost [for the tional presentation was given by Noel ment for the Arts grant to conduct the world mindedness.” She also noted study] was the responsible thing to do. Baxter, district coordinator for The project. She said the Big Read project that the project did stem from the Ms. DePaola said the expected cost of Big Read project, last Thursday is a program of the National Endow- 2009 strategic plan, which empha- the study would be covered by savings evening at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood ment for the Arts in conjunction with sized “global perspectives.” already found by the council. Board of Education meeting. Arts Midwest and is “designed to Ms. Baxter noted that all high “There are some sticking points. I According to Ms. Baxter, the Big revitalize the role of literature in school students will be reading the Jason Kim for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times CONTRACT DISCUSSION...Scotch Plains Mayor Mary DePaola addresses the have some difficulty [at the moment] of Read is a district and community- American culture.” book “Time of the Butterflies” and audience at the township council meeting on Tuesday night. revealing them to the public, but at least wide global reading project done in Ms. Baxter stated that the project CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 one thing we can say is that we [Scotch conjunction with the Scotch Plains Plains] are the larger entity...and we Library, Friends of the Scotch Plains Fannywood Day Sets Records; Mahr have the larger number of police offic- Public Library, Literacy Volunteers Freeholders Comment On Rips Scotch Plains Action on Merger ers whose lives and careers that are at of Union County and New Jersey stake,” the mayor said. City University. Berkeley Heights Secession By CATHERINE WATSON presented the brothers a framed ren- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Ms. Baxter said the project is com- Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times dering of Fanwood’s Train Station. By PAUL J. PEYTON County and 20 percent less in FANWOOD – At the borough The award marked the first time that Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Middlesex County. Mr. Bury asked council’s Tuesday night meeting, Fanwood has selected a commercial COUNTY – The issue of Berke- the freeholders to provide reasons Councilman Anthony Parenti de- enterprise, rather than a resident, to Fanwood Candidates’ Forum ley Heights wanting to secede from why the township should stay in clared Fannywood Day an unquali- be Volunteer of the Month. Union County came up again at last Union County. fied success. The mayor pointed out that Set for Wednesday, October 24 Thursday’s Union County Board of Freeholder Chairman Al “If you missed this Fannywood Fanwood is a town that relies heavily Chosen Freeholders meeting. Mirabella responded, “There are so Day, you really cheated yourself,” he on volunteerism, specifically high- John Bury of Kenilworth said he many reasons why Union County said. Mr. Parenti noted that “by far lighting the volunteer fire depart- attended a recent Berkeley Heights should stay together the way it is.” the largest Fannywood crowd” he’s ment during this week, National Fire Township Council meeting. He said “It is a very difficult process for a ever seen turned up this year, along Prevention Week. Fire Chief John the township plans on putting a non- town to leave (a county). I am sure with record numbers of vendors and Piccola then reminded residents of binding referendum on the Novem- over time Berkeley Heights will de- of advertisements collected for the this year’s Fire Prevention Week ber 2013 election ballot on the se- termine that it makes since to stay ad journal. The robust proceeds from theme, “2 Ways Out,” which empha- cession question. with Union County,” Freeholder the event will allow Fanwood to pur- sizes that every family should select “They all seem pretty serious Mirabella said. chase a new electronic signboard for at least two means of egress from about it. If Berkeley Heights goes, Freeholder Dan Sullivan told Mr. the borough, he said. their home. He also called on the Summit might not be far beyond,” Bury that Union County put in $10 Brothers Jason and Steven Parker public to replace batteries in fire Mr. Bury said. million in county funds for the con- of K-9 Resorts co-chaired the alarms this fall. Mr. Bury said a Berkeley Heights struction of Snyder Park in Berke- Fannywood Committee this year, fill- Councilman Russell Huegel called homeowner would pay 46 percent ley Heights, a project supported by ing a gap left by long-time organizer the council’s attention to a concern Councilman Daniel Levine (D) less in county taxes in Morris the township and its residents. He Donna Dolce, who scaled back her facing Fanwood’s Volunteer Rescue Robert Manduca (R) County, 35 percent less in Somerset CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 involvement because she is moving Squad. State Senate Bill 1650 was from Fanwood. In recognition of their approved by the Senate Budget and contributions to Fannywood Day’s Appropriations Committee this success, along with their fundraising month. The bill would instate new efforts for Fanwood’s Police Depart- licensing and training requirements, ment and other volunteer activities, including mandatory background Mayor Colleen Mahr named K-9 checks, for emergency medical Resorts Volunteer of the Month and CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Councilman Jack Molenaar (D) Mike Szuch (R) The Fanwood Candidates’ Forum will be held on Wednesday, October 24, at 7:30 p.m. at Borough Hall. Councilman Robert Manduca (R), Councilman Mike Szuch (R), Dan Levine (D) and Jack Molenaar (D) will compete for two available council seats in the Tuesday, November 6, General Election.

Scotch Plains Candidates’ Forum Betsey Burgdorf for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times BURST OF COLOR...A Westfield Avenue residence displays a burst of fall The Scotch Plains Candidates Forum will be held on Thursday, October foliage along the front walk against a backdrop of clear, blue sky. 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the municipal building. Mayor Mary DePaola (R) and Councilman Kevin Glover (D) contend for mayor and Councilman PAGE INDEX Edward Saridaki (R) and Colleen Gialanella (D) contend for one open council seat in the Tuesday, November 6, General Election. Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 9 Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 11-17 Benjamin B. Corbin for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times FOUNDING FATHERS...Union County College in Cranford celebrates its 79th Police ...... 6 Real Estate .... 11-17 anniversary with a tribute to its founding fathers on Tuesday with an annual Keep up to date at www.goleader.com Community ... 6-8, 18 Classifieds ..... 18 wreath laying ceremony in the college’s historic tree grove. The event was led by November 6 General Election Information Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 19-20 the Cranford Fire Department Bag Pipers.

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GOING GREEN…On a beautiful sunny day this month, students in Nancy Greg Ryan for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Kinney’s third-grade class at Deerfield School in Mountainside worked to help TROMPE L’OEIL…The New Jersey American Water Company unveiled a HOMETOWN NEWS…This group of friends, all originally from Westfield, prepare the school’s new greenhouses for planting. The greenhouses were mural by Melanie Stemmell of Los Angeles, Calif., on Sunday at Westfield street enjoy The Westfield Leader on a recent trip to the Hood River, Ore. area, at obtained through a grant from PSE&G and ANJEE (Alliance for NJ Environ- fair showing a water main break site, which was designed in a way that a person Multnomah Falls. Pictured, left to right, are: Tom Kiselica of Westfield, Frank mental Education). Students at Deerfield School will plant vegetables and could stand on the picture and feel as if they were actually at the site. Polese of San Diego, Calif., Brian Kinney of Mountainside, Alek Kiselica of Hood flowers, some of which will be transferred in the spring to the garden at River, Ore. and Gregg Foster of East Greenville, Pa. Beechwood School for propagation. Scotch Plains BOE Union County Freeholders CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 also said the county helped the less. “Sometimes we simply can- other works by Julia Alvarez and million worth of work for the current school year, as well as the 2013- township in its opposition to a pro- not provide legal services to these participate in yearlong book dis- posed exit on Route 78 at Diamond individuals because they have no cussions, school and community ac- 2014 school year. Projects from the last school year were also included. Hill Road that was being pushed by legal defense. That is when we of- tivities, lectures, concerts and con- Somerset County. fer them Code Blue assistance,” tests. The plan outlines maintenance projects for all of the district’s el- “That exit in Berkeley Heights she said. Ms. Baxter then reported that the would have only benefited Somerset Susan Pepper, director of hous- middle school students will be read- ementary schools, middle schools and the high school, which includes County,” said Freeholder Sullivan, ing and central services for the ing “Before we were Free” while noting Union County helped kill YMCA of Eastern Union County, the grammar school students will inspections, upgrades and repair of intercom and other communication Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) Asm. Upendra Chivukula (D-17th) the project based on Berkeley added that the county is “surely to read a variety of other children’s Heights’ strong opposition. be commended for your commit- literature. She also noted that the systems. Business Administrator/Board He said the issue of secession ment” to the Code Blue program. library would be stocked with many Lance, Chivukula Face Off “speaks to the kind of silly nature of The board also approved a reso- copies of the books for the commu- Secretary Deborah Saridaki, who started her position for the district the whole discussion because at the lution appointing retired Union nity. end of the day, no one is going any- County finance director Lawrence According to the Big Read bro- this past summer, noted that some In First of Three Debates of the projects include hearing, ven- where.” He said he believes the focus Caroselli to the Union County Vo- chure handed to everyone in atten- By MARIA A. MEGA by claiming, “This Congress is the least has been on county taxes instead of cational-Technical Schools Board dance, “The Time of the Butter- tilation, and air conditioning Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times productive in 100 years.” He based this (HVAC) replacements at the high Berkeley Heights’ school taxes, “be- of Education to fill the expired term flies” honors the lives of Patria, CLARK — The Gateway Regional on the fact that America’s debt is nearly cause I think we’re an easy target.” of Charles Mancuso, who has re- Minerva and Maria Teresa Mirabal school and locker room upgrades at Chamber of Commerce hosted a de- $16 trillion. Terrill Middle School for the 2013- “It’s an issue kind of like free- tired from the board as its long- who “became icons of freedom af- bate between two-term incumbent Rep. The debate then centered on a dis- holder districting. It comes up all time president. ter their role in the Dominican 2014 school year. Last month she Leonard Lance (R-7th) and his oppo- cussion pertaining to the costs of Social had reported that the boy’s locker the time and really has nowhere to At the start of the meeting, the Republic’s underground resistance nent, state Assemblyman Upendra Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Mr. go,” Freeholder Sullivan said. board congratulated the students, helped topple the brutal decades room at the high school received Chivukula (D-17, Somerset) on Octo- Chivukula said these costs are explod- new ceiling tiles, floor tiles and In other business, the freeholders staff and administration at the long dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo.” ber 11 at the Holiday Inn in Clark. The ing due to the new average life expect- approved a resolution to fund the Union County Vocational-Techni- For this they were all assassinated lockers. debate focused on multiple topics of ancy compared to when these benefits A total of $1,089,914 was spent county’s Code Blue Emergency cal Schools for being designated a in 1960. importance for the upcoming Novem- were first established. Mr. Lance said Shelter Initiative for the 2012-2013 Blue Ribbon School by the United Ms. Baxter stated that the kick- last year for maintenance while an- ber election. he supports these benefits and does not other $1,375,916 is budgeted for winter. The county is appropriating States Department of Education’s off for the event would take place at Moderator Jim Coyle of the Cham- believe in cutting them as his opponent $60,000 for the program, which as- National Blue Ribbon Schools Pro- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High the 2012-2013 school year. The re- ber instructed the candidates to each criticized. Again, Mr. Lance claimed a maining $3,525,916 is expected to sists the county’s homeless in get- gram. Thomas Bistocchi, Vo-Tech School with a concert performed begin with a two-minute introduction bipartisan move must occur to make ting into shelters during extreme superintendent of schools, said 269 by the Tropyband Orquestra on be spent during the 2013-2014 about themselves before delving into sure people get their full benefits. school year. cold winter weather. schools representing 50 states were Thursday, November 1, at 7 p.m. the debate issues. The candidates knew In their discussion pertaining to the “We understand there are no other designated Blue Ribbon schools, In other business, Scotch Plains- The next BOE meeting will be the five topics of discussion – healthcare, current unemployment rate which is held tonight, Thursday, October 18, counties in the State of New Jersey including six New Jersey schools. Fanwood Board of Education mem- taxes, debt and deficit, unemployment now 7.8 percent nationally, Mr. that offer this type of program so The schools will be recognized bers unanimously passed a motion at 7:30 p.m. in the board’s adminis- and financial services – but were not Chivukula stated, “We need to figure tration building on Evergreen Av- you are to be commended for put- during a ceremony on November authorizing the submission of the provided with the actual questions be- out how to bring back manufacturing.” ting it on the table,” Ravenell Will- 12 and 13 in Washington, D.C. district’s 2012-2014-maintenance enue and Cedar Street in Scotch forehand. Additionally, he believes continual Plains. iams, 4th, president and chief ex- The board also gave a resolution plan. The plan authorizes over $6 Having won the deciding coin toss, funding must be given to vocational ecutive officer of the Plainfield to Barry O’Donovan, owner of Assemblyman Chivukula tackled the schools. YMCA, told the freeholders. “The Kilkenny House Restaurant and Pub first issue of healthcare. He explained “We need science and technology homeless population in this county in Cranford, for his efforts in re- his support for the Affordable education for this economy and soci- is growing. This is a service that is building his four-year-old restau- Healthcare Act, stating, “The shift from ety. We need entrepreneurship,” Mr. definitely needed. We are saving rant after it was heavily damaged emergency-room care to primary care Chivukula stated. He also said there is lives through this program.” during Hurricane Irene in 2011. helps the cost of healthcare.” He be- a need for a curriculum catering to Debbie Morgan, deputy director Mr. O’Donovan thanked all those lieves Americans of all age groups different mindsets. of Central Jersey Legal Services who helped him obtain low-inter- should have access to healthcare and Mr. Lance said small businesses are (CJLS), said of the 3,625 individu- est loans to rebuild the restaurant. further stated his support for women’s key in creating the jobs Americans als and/or families served by CJLS, He said Kilkenny House sustained health and care for senior citizens. He need. Endorsed by the National Fed- 7 percent, or 250 families, are home- $300,000 damage during the storm. claims that Mr. Lance supports “cut- eration of Small Businesses, the Con- ting Planned Parenthood and other gressman said he does not support rais- important services.” ing taxes, as it would hinder small Mr. Lance came back at Mr. businesses. Chivukula, clarifying that he “voted to In their closing statements, each can- Fanwood Council repeal the Affordable Healthcare Act” didate focused on moving the nation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and “replace it” with a more beneficial forward. Mr. Chivukula, who has served technicians and rescue personnel action. option. The Congressman stated, “I in the state Legislature for 10 years, that might raise costs of service, Several residents from Vinton think this calls for bipartisan will in said he believes his work and educa- forcing the department to charge Circle expressed their belief that order to bring it all together.” He said he tional experiences have allowed him to customers or restructure to become their road is in critical need of struc- hopes to aid in modifying the current live the American dream. He said he a paid department. tural repair. Residents complained law. wants all Americans to live that dream Mayor Mahr said the council of flooding and icy winter condi- Following the discussion of and he feels he relates to middle-class would confer with Nancy tions. More than one resident called SHALL WE DANCE?…Arthur Murray Kenilworth students and teachers healthcare, the debate moved on to Americans and understands the issues Mustachio, the rescue squad’s presi- the road’s current state “an acci- building and supporting their community. taxes and debt. Mr. Chivukula stated at hand. dent, and reach out to state Senator dent waiting to happen.” that he would fight for changes in Mr. Lance closed by stating his de- Joseph F. Vitale (D-19, Mayor Mahr explained that the tax codes. He also claimed Ameri- sire to “remove the cloak of uncer- Woodbridge) and Senate President council had received a petition gen- Arthur Murray Studio to Host cans are “at the cliff” due to high tainty” from Americans. He concluded Steve Sweeney (D-3, Gloucester), erated by the residents this past raises in taxes. Mr. Lance says he by stating he is proud of his career in who co-sponsored the bill, to ex- summer. Because grants and other Make-A-Wish Fundraiser does not favor raising taxes on any- Trenton, where he was a legislator for press the borough’s reservations monies to fund what would be a one, but does favor extending tax 18 years, and is proud of his integrity regarding this legislation. “total road reconstruction,” accord- KENILWORTH – On October 27, Kartashovs are supporting the Make- rates for one year and then imple- and fiscal responsibility. Councilwoman Katherine ing to Mayor Mahr, must first be the Arthur Murray Studio of A-Wish Foundation, which has been menting change. He said he also The next debate between the candi- Mitchell shared news that Fanwood acquired, the process of fixing the Kenilworth, N.J. is holding a Renais- granting wishes to children with life- agrees with extending President dates will take place this Sunday, Octo- Library’s Friends of the Library road may be lengthy. She promised sance Ball-themed fundraiser for the threatening medical conditions since George W. Bush-era tax cuts and ber 21, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and will Book Sale raised $9,500 for the to send an engineer out to Vinton Make-A-Wish Foundation at 1980. The country’s largest wish- pledged to move forward with tax be hosted by the Jewish Community friends, money that will be used to Circle and to remain in contact with Glynallyn Mansion in Morristown, granting organization, Make-A-Wish reform in 2013 if reelected. Center of Central New Jersey at the fund programming throughout the residents regarding the progress on N.J. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the event primarily relies on volunteers and Mr. Chivukula opened the discus- Wilf Jewish Community Campus, 1391 year. The funds were especially wel- the issue. will include a cocktail hour, dinner fundraisers to grant the wishes of sion about debt and deficit in America Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. come as a recent statewide reas- At the close of the meeting, Mayor and dancing. There will be perfor- more than 250,000 children around sessment of New Jersey’s libraries Mahr expressed consternation and mances from members of the New the world. resulted in a loss of $13,000 for dismay at the quality of talks with Jersey Symphony and professional The gala fundraiser will be held at Fanwood Library this year. Accord- Scotch Plains related to developing Arthur Murray dancers. Arthur Glynallyn Mansion at 12 Canfield Scotch Plains Council ing to Councilwoman Mitchell, all a shared police department. She Murray International, Inc. has over Road. Glynallyn is a three-story, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the libraries that were reassessed claims that Scotch Plains has acted 260 dance studios in 21 countries 32,000-square-foot mansion built “There has been a significant amount Fanwood.” lost money, with the sole exception unilaterally to dismiss relevant con- around the world. Arthur Murray is from 1913 to 1917. Businessman of paperwork generated,” said Coun- Mr. Vastine added, “That if Fanwood of Winfield Park Public Library. cerns and has failed to communi- America’s second oldest franchise George Marshall Allen commissioned cilman Ed Saridaki, a Republican who had done the same, during the middle The council revisited the ques- cate clearly before taking going and has been teaching the world to famous New York architect Charles I. will face Mrs. Gialanella in November. of the process, the council and mayor tion of whether to appeal the state forward with its own plans. dance for 100 years. They teach a Berg to replicate a Tudor-style castle, “This is more of an internal of Scotch Plains would have welcomed Department of Community Affairs’ Mr. Estis referred to an e-mail the range of classic and modern styles, complete with intricate interior de- control...more about our own perspec- such act.” He said the exploratory pro- (DCA) Local Finance Board ap- council received from Scotch Plains including the waltz, swing, fox trot tails, stained glass and a moat. It is tive on whether things are proceeding cess was necessary and was not dam- proval of a Scotch Plains-Fanwood that called for “unconditional re- and popular Latin styles like cha cha listed on the National Register of in the right direction.” aging or slowing anything down. “If consolidation study for the organi- moval of disputed issues” from the and salsa. Historic Places. In addition to sup- Mrs. Gialanella followed up asking [Fanwood] had come to us and said zation Courage to Reconnect Scotch discussion. The mayor revealed that The Arthur Murray Kenilworth porting a worthy fund like the Make- whether this hiring [so deep into the we’re not police experts...and we want Plains-Fanwood. The council mem- she had just learned “by luck” that Studio opened its doors January 1, A-Wish Foundation and providing a negotiation process] had a potential to someone to audit this process... we bers were unanimous in expressing Scotch Plains had hired a consult- 2010 and is located at 501 Boulevard tour of the lovely, historic Glynallyn, damage negotiations with Fanwood. [Scotch Plains council] wouldn’t have their reluctance to use taxpayer ant to protect the interests of Scotch in Kenilworth. Owners Danila and this singular event also is part of the “Our fiduciary responsibility is to any objection to that [request],” Mr. money to appeal during a time of Plains taxpayers during the pro- Nuria Kartashov are professional year-long centennial anniversary cel- the residents of Scotch Plains,” Coun- Vastine said. “I think it’s responsible to budgetary constriction. They did cess. She felt blindsided that they dancers. Danila Kartashov, originally ebration for Arthur Murray Interna- cilman William “Bo” Vastine said. “I have such a process.” not come to a final conclusion, had never discussed this approach from Russia, and Nuria, from Spain, tional. think that, ultimately, with this The next council meeting will take though Borough Attorney Dennis with Fanwood council. have won a number of international Danila and Nuria Kartashov consultancy firm, is to make sure that place on Tuesday, November 20, at Estis cautioned that following the dance awards and are Certified Ex- the interest of Scotch Plains is pro- 7:30 p.m. in the Scotch Plains Munici- Saturday, October 27, deadline for Paid Bulletin Board tected, and it’s not necessarily our... pal building, located at 430 Park Av- aminers accredited by the World Pro- goleader.com/express filing an appeal, the council would www.goleader.com fessional Dance Association. 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Page 2 Thursday, October 18, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Garwood Dem. Candidates Hold Q&A at The Pointe By CHRISTINA M. HINKE vated Lincoln School and knocked down address those impacts in a compre- taxes,” she said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Franklin School,” she said. She served hensive and fair fashion.” The Pointe residents said they were GARWOOD – The Democratic on the BOE for seven years, including “We both have many more years of told their taxes would be about candidates for borough council held as president of the BOE. experience…and understand $10,000, and they have said that their a question-and-answer session with Mr. Nierstedt, a professional plan- Garwood a little better,” he said in taxes are actually about $12,000 o borough residents at The Pointe’s ner, noted he is the principal author comparison to their opponents. $14,000. They asked to have their clubhouse Thursday night. Ann of the Garwood land use ordinance. Taxes and the Athletic Field Com- taxes cut about $2,000. Palmer and Bill Nierstedt discussed He served as planner for the borough plex (AFC) were the two biggest is- “The thought of cutting anyone’s their experience, reasons for running for eight years when he moved to the sues residents questioned them when taxes $2,000 is not going to happen,” for council, the challenges they see municipality 25 years ago, and now both candidates campaigned door- Mr. Nierstedt said. “The market price for Garwood, their plan for the future is planner for the City of Plainfield. to-door, Ms. Palmer said. for these units are set based on what of Garwood, and why they are better “I think that being a planner really “Taxes are something we need to you paid for it.” qualified than their Republican op- helps when understanding how gov- keep under control,” Mr. Nierstedt said. The candidates were also asked if ponents, Mike Martin and incumbent ernment works,” Mr. Nierstedt said. “We do support the athletic field,” it is fair that The Pointe residents do Timothy Hak. It allows him to “look at the impacts Ms. Palmer said. “Most of the resi- not receive services that other Ms. Palmer said she was proud of of every project and look at how it is dents were in favor of the athletic homeowners do receive. getting a school referendum passed going to benefit the people who live field,” she said when they went door- “Fair is not a good question, be- when she served on the local board of there and impact the neighborhood to-door campaigning. cause I did not buy into it. The people education (BOE), after voters op- around it and how to mitigate those Having Garwood merge with who bought The Pointe bought into REBUILDING AFTER IRENE... Union County Freeholders Bette Jane Kowalski posed it three times prior. impacts to make it less of one on Westfield was another topic brought it,” Mr. Nierstedt said. and Mohamed Jalloh present Barry O’Donovan of Cranford with a resolution “We got a new building out of that, those neighbors,” he said. “Being a up by voters to the Democrats in their He said the redeveloper did not congratulating him on receiving the United States Business Administration’s renovated Washington School, reno- planner helps to understand how to campaigning. “We don’t ever want to propose streets on the site, and there- Phoenix Award for his efforts to rebuild his business, the Kilkenny House merge with Westfield,” Mr. Nierstedt fore the borough does not plow pri- Restaurant & Pub in Cranford, that was severely damaged by flooding following said. “We like the small town it is.” vate roads, or pay for electricity of Hurricane Irene in August 2011. Phoenix Awards are given to individuals whose Former FW/SP Recycling “The more shared services you lights or water for fire hydrants on efforts and contributions have enabled their businesses or communities to enter into the more you make your- private roads. recover successfully from a disaster. self not a community,” he said. He Ms. Palmer had recently spoke at a Assoc. Treasurer Sentenced later said he would hope the borough borough council meeting about op- Fanwood Earns Certification FANWOOD – The former treasurer tant to review her records. could share services with Cranford posing a referendum for the upcom- of the Fanwood/Scotch Plains Recy- Authorities said the theft was dis- or Westfield on using the equipment ing vote on capital expenses that is cling Association (FSPRA) was sen- covered during the summer of 2011 necessary to maintain the turf field, said to be about $200,000, and was As Sustainable Jersey Town tenced to five years probation last Fri- after Ayala resigned her position and since those towns already own such asked to explain her position. She FANWOOD – Mayor Colleen by state government, and by the ex- day for stealing $15,000 from the moved to New Hampshire. In review- equipment. said the council would not be able to Mahr has announced that Fanwood perts and civic organizations in New association’s funds over a four-year ing Ayala’s records, the incoming trea- Both candidates support redevelop- get much accomplished if they went has joined 125 other New Jersey Jersey to be among the leading mu- period, according to the Union Couny surer, Edward Bumiller, discovered ing the borough further, including in- to referendum each time an expense towns in becoming Sustainable Jer- nicipalities in the state,” said Prosecutor’s office. that between 2006 and 2010 Ayala dustrial buildings that were selected comes up on the agenda. sey certified, an achievement that rec- Samanthae McGraw of Sustainable Joan Ayala, 58, who served as the had issued 12 checks from the FSPRA’s as potential redevelopment sites by NJ “If we do ask the taxpayer to spend ognizes the borough for its ongoing Jersey. “I’m so excited and so appre- association’s treasurer on a volun- bank account to herself and her hus- Transit during its study for Garwood’s a little more money they are going to efforts to protect natural resources, ciative of each and every one of our teer basis for more than 15 years, band. Bumiller and Harold Clark, the Transit Village designation. say no,” Ms. Palmer said. She said reduce waste and teach residents how Green Team members who helped us was also ordered to make restitution president of the recycling association, The Democratic council candidates she did not give thought to having the to be “green.” reach this goal,” Mayor Mahr said. of $34,000 as a condition of proba- reported the theft to the Union County said their agenda is to have those sites AFC on a referendum. “Municipalities that earn the certi- To earn Sustainable Jersey certifi- tion. That figure included the Prosecutor’s Office Special Prosecu- rezoned with locations similar to The Both candidates are in favor of a fication are considered by their peers, cation, Fanwood had to complete the $15,000 she stole plus $19,000 the tions Unit in November 2011. Pointe, with the ultimate goal of add- borough newsletter and would push program’s rigorous list of FSPRA had to remit to the New On August 22, 2012, Ayala entered ing more train stops in Garwood. to have it published quarterly. Assembly Panel OK’s sustainability actions such as energy Jersey Department of Labor and the a guilty plea to one count of third- The Pointe residents asked about hav- Ms. Palmer said she and Mr. audits of municipal buildings, con- Internal Revenue Service for unpaid degree theft in state Superior Court in ing properties reassessed because they Nierstedt have come to a compro- Health Insur. Exchange ducting a green fair, embracing “safe payroll taxes and to hire an accoun- Elizabeth. She claimed that she have said their taxes are unfairly higher mise on bulk pick up, and would look than the majority of the taxpayers. into a program where the borough TRENTON – The New Jersey routes to school” and anti-idling pro- needed the money to pay her bills. Immediately following her sentenc- Ms. Palmer said it would cost the facilitates the bulk pick up, and the Assembly Health Committee has grams. Fanwood earned more than GW Dem Candidates the 150 points needed for the first ing, Ayala made her first restitution borough some $200,000 to reassess residents who choose to take part cleared a bill to establish a state- the properties of Garwood. “I’m not would pay for the use. run health insurance exchange per level of Sustainable Jersey certifica- To Hold Meet and Greet payment of $5,000 through the Union County Probation Department’s Fi- sure if $200,000 is worth a couple The current council is made up of provisions of the national Afford- tion, Bronze. Fanwood’s Green Team GARWOOD – The Garwood is led by former Borough Council- nance Office. hundred dollars on everyone’s a Republican majority. Democratic able Care Act, often referred to as Democratic Party has scheduled a Council President Keith Sluka’s, who Obamacare. woman Donna Dolce, who recruited “Meet and Greet the candidates” volunteers and began mapping a Christie: Local Pension Contributions is not seeking re-election this year, According to published reports, the evening at the Knights of Columbus, and Republican Councilman Timo- exchange would create an online and course towards certification in 2011. 37 South Avenue, from 5 to 8 p.m. “I found this effort to be a perfect thy Hak’s, terms end this year. telephone marketplace where indi- this Friday, October 19. Attendees Falling $116 Mil. From PERS, PFRS “We think the current Republicans viduals and businesses could shop culmination of all the good works of should enter through the Willow Av- TRENTON – Governor Chris Employees’ Retirement System our community,” Ms. Dolce said. “We are arguing against themselves,” Ms. for health coverage. The legislation enue parking lot. Christie has announced bipartisan (PERS). Palmer said. “We think replacing has passed in the state Senate and earned points in many areas where Borough Council Democratic can- pension reforms signed into law in The reforms are projected to save Fanwood was already involved in some with two Democrats would just now heads to the full Assembly for a didates Ann Palmer and Bill Nierstedt June 2011 continue to result in hun- state and local taxpayers over $120 make a more peaceful council.” vote today, October 18. ongoing, good sustainable practices, will be available to answer questions, dreds of millions in savings for local billion over 30 years. For the current so this was truly a community achieve- When asked if they would support States have until Friday, Novem- discuss concerns and speak one-on- middle-class taxpayers. fiscal year 2013, pension costs for local redistricting or a resolution in sup- ber 16, to decide whether they will ment.” one with residents. They promise that He said lower bills would be pro- governments are projected at $241 The certification will make port of Berkeley Heights’ discussion create their own exchanges or join a no speeches will be made. Volunteers vided to local governments showing million less this year than they would to secede from Union County, Ms. federal program that will create health Fanwood eligible for future grants will be cooking up hot dogs, statewide savings of $116 million have otherwise been without reform. and financial considerations. Sustain- Palmer said she was “not informed of plans for their residents. sauerkraut, beans, and all the fixings’ due to the pension management re- “Treasury and the pension over- what is going on at the county level.” According to published reports, able Jersey is a non-profit, non-parti- in an Oktoberfest type of event. Birch forms implemented under the Christie sight boards worked together to rec- san organization founded in 2009 “If there is waste going on we 400,000 of New Jersey’s more beer and desserts will also be avail- administration. Pension contributions ognize changes in the outlook for would want an investigation and I than one million uninsured resi- that supports community efforts to able. A fee of $7.50 per person, and paid by local governments and funded future obligations and make the pen- reduce waste, cut greenhouse gas would support something like that,” dents are expected to obtain cov- $5 per senior or child will be charged. by local property taxpayers are fall- sion system more fiscally secure,” Ms. Palmer said. erage through the new exchange emissions and improve environmen- Beer will be available for purchase at ing by $116 million, with over $43 Treasurer Andrew Sidamon-Eristoff tal quality. “When you have a 9-0 incumbency program. the Knights of Columbus bar. million in local government savings said. “These initiatives included adop- I don’t think that’s correct. 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Leonard Lance (R-7th) for his women access to affordable contra- Westfield Memorial Library cel- themselves and are not looking for “extreme social agenda” that cuts fund- ception and life-saving cancer ebrated their 40th anniversary this praise. Libraries are so vitally impor- ing for women’s health services, while screening, as well as cut nutritional past Sunday during an event at the tant,” he said. injecting politicians into decisions that support for millions of newborn East Broad Street library. Beside books on Wheels, the Friends Mr. Chivukula should be made between babies.” The Friends is an organization of sponsor the children’s programs in the a woman and her doctor. “The extreme social agenda from 500 volunteers. Phil Israel, library winter. This year, Friends’ member and “It’s shocking to see the extreme Congressman Lance and House Tea director for the nine years, said, “They artist Janice Nelson taught the children positions of Congressman Lance, in- Party Republicans is wrong for fami- (Friends) have done so much for the how to make Chinese dragon puppets, cluding putting politicians in between lies of the 7th District,” Mr. library. They’ve become instrumen- based on what she learned while visit- a woman and her doctor to make Chivukula said. “Congressman tal in everything we do.” ing China. For Black History Month, personal medical decisions about a Lance’s extreme actions speak louder Mr. Israel said The Friends coordi- another Friends member, playwright pregnancy,” Mr. Chivukula said. than any words he uses to distract nate the Books On Wheels Program, Audrey Palmentier, wrote a play based “Congressman Lance has an awful from the harmful impact of his which enables the library to deliver on New Jersey native Sylvia Dubois, record on issues impacting women’s agenda on women.” books to Westfield residents who are who was a slave and lived to be 116 healthcare. He voted to deny funding Mr. Chivukula represents the 17th home bound. They also established years old. “Her grandfather played the LOOKING TO COPY PASSAIC GOP... Union County Republican Freeholder for women to have access to preven- District in the Assembly. the Museum Pass program enabling fife in George Washington’s army,” candidates met with Passaic County GOP Freeholder candidates at a Passaic tative healthcare services including people to borrow passes to 19 muse- Ms. Palmentier said. County Republican Organization gala reception at the Upper Montclair Country clinical breast exams, cancer screen- Forum to be Held on ums in New York and New Jersey. A New Jersey actress Lisa G. Fleming Club on October 9 with Special Guest Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno. The ings, prenatal care and contracep- few years ago they funded a program played Sylvia Dubois in the one- three Passaic County incumbents are the first Republicans to be elected in Passaic tion.” How to Save Money At for the library to provide laptops for woman show presented at the library. County in 10 years. The GOP has not held a seat on Union County Board of He cited a New York Times edito- people to use throughout the library. Ms. Dillon said another such presen- Chosen Freeholders since 1997. Pictured, from left to right, are: Union County Local Gov. Levels They also contributed $100,000 to- tation is innovative quilt making with GOP Freeholder candidate Diane Barabas, Passaic County Freeholders Deborah Lance to Host Meeting EDISON – A free public forum on Ciambrone, Ed O’Connell and Mike Marotta, and Union Couty GOP Freeholder best practices producing savings that ward the renovation of the library. Margaret Beach, called “Quilts and candidate Steve Kozolovich. He also thanked the Friends, along Quotes,” which will be held on In Millburn on Oct. 23 can be used by local governing bod- with the library’s Board of Trustees, Wednesday, November 28. AREA – Rep. Leonard Lance (R- ies and school boards will be held for establishing the Anne M. Hale During Sunday’s celebration, GW Mayor to Hold Sat. Office Hours on Oct. 20 7th) will host a town hall meeting this Tuesday October 23, from 6 p.m. to Speaker Series. “It’s amazing how Friends Vice-President Paula Long GARWOOD – Garwood Mayor ever, she is also available to address Monday, October 22, from 6:30 p.m. 8:15 p.m. at Middlesex County many leaders there are in this commu- introduced Westfield resident Sean Patricia Quattrocchi will be avail- resident issues and concerns by ap- to 7:30 p.m. at the Millburn Town- College’s Crabiel Hall (Brunswick nity who have given speeches. To rec- Garnhart, a musician, who has con- able in her office at Garwood Bor- pointment during the borough’s regu- ship Public Library, 200 Glen Av- Room), 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, ognize the importance of the library, tributed music to such films as Ice ough Hall this Saturday morning, lar business hours, via the Internet at enue. Edison. The forum is being spon- the Friends have established a schol- Age and Julie and Julia, and has October 20, to meet with resi- [email protected] or by The Seventh District Congressman sored by the Democracy House and arship for a Westfield High School worked on many television shows. dents. phone at (908) 789-0710. will take questions from audience The Citizens Campaign. student who wishes to pursue a degree Mr. Garnhart played eight songs on Any resident wishing to speak with Borough Hall is located at 403 members and share his views on the Among those speaking will be State in library science,” Mr. Israel said. the keyboard, among them, “Au- the mayor regarding any issue is en- South Avenue. important issues of the day. Comptroller Matt Boxer and New Westfield Town Councilman Mark tumn Leaves, “I’ve Seen Fire and couraged to stop in between the hours The event is free and 7th District Jersey Department of Community Af- LoGrippo, representing Westfield I’ve Seen Rain,” and “Sunrise, Sun- of 10 a.m. and noon. No appointment residents are encouraged to attend. fairs’ (DCA) Shared Services Direc- Mayor Andy Skibitsky, who was un- set.” is necessary. See it all on the Web! For more information, contact the tor Nancy Malool, the former mayor able to attend, thanked the Friends In closing, Ms. Long said the li- Mayor Quattrocchi has set aside Leonard Lance for Congress cam- of Scotch Plains, who will provide for all the money they have raised brary has come a long way since it was the mornings of the third Saturday www.goleader.com paign office at (908) 913-0196 or e- shared service best practices from over the past 40 years. He credited housed in one room in the Westfield of each month for this purpose. How- mail [email protected]. towns around the state. the Friends with spearheading the Municipal Building. referendum to build a new library, and for contributing $300,000 to- GW to Hold Pumpkin ward the project. He also noted that, over the years, the Friends, working Decorating Contest with the library’s Board of Trustees, GARWOOD — The Garwood Cel- have raised as much as $900,000, ebrations Committee has announced which has been donated to the li- their first annual Pumpkin Carving brary. He also commented on the and Decorating Contest. successful book sales the Friends run Residents are invited to bring their each year. The April book sale has carved or decorated pumpkin for judg- SHOP SMART. do goo d! realized as much as $15,000 in rev- ing to the festivities to be held on enue. The children’s book sale will Saturday, October 27, at 11 a.m. in the be held this Monday and Tuesday, parking lot at Borough Hall. 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Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce I find it hard to believe that Coun- percent of the students are from with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association cilman Glover thinks putting the Scotch Plains. rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey sewer utility bill back into your mu- We were subsidizing any flow origi- sharp enough to discern this deception of nicipal taxes will save us money. With nating from all our restaurants, vari- diction? P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 If you can guess one correctly – good Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 our present system, residents only ous businesses, religious organiza- guess. If you get two – well-read indi- pay for what they use which is why it tions, the Y.M.C.A., hospice facili- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 vidual. If you get three – word expert. If is a “user fee” not a tax. ties and nursing homes. This list goes you get all four – You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Previously, all our residents paid on and on. free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 for sewer costs based on the value of Several municipalities in the All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. their home and not what they put into Rahway Valley Sewer Authority, of come from the board game Diction the system. Property taxpayers paid which we are a member, have changed Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman for the sewer flow from tax-exempt to a user-fee system. We have low- ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER Answers to last week’s arcane words. properties such as our public schools ered our rates twice in order to cut 1. Ogdoastich – A poem of eight lines Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo of which 25 percent included down on any surplus. 2. Braize – Charcoal powder or coal COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION Fanwood students. We paid for the Do you really want to go back to dust Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly 3. Mesorhine – Having a nose of me- EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS private schools including many nurs- the old unfair and more costly system ery schools. We also paid for county that Councilman Glover is espousing dium width 4. Azymic – Pertaining to unleavened buildings including the Department which he voted to keep? In these bread SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe of Engineering and Public Works difficult times, it would certainly hurt One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 complex on South Avenue, the Union our residents, in particular, our se- GARROTE County Police Academy and the niors who have only one or two resi- 1. To stumble or stagger Hillcrest Academy’s North School, dents in their homes. 2. To strangle which includes students from all of 3. To puncture; pierce About the Presidential Election Joan Papen 4. To strap with a saddle Union County. We paid for Union Scotch Plains County Vo-Tech in which only 10 RIPARIOUS If experience means anything and heavy registra- conviction will want to know exactly how it is 1. Haughty; boastful tion is indicative, there is no reason this presidential proposed to make good these promises and whether 2. Marine or sea-dwelling election year to urge people to vote... But there is the cost in other directions will be worth it. Neither GOP Incumbents Made Little Effort 3. Growing or living along the banks reason to hope that each voter will do so with the party, has come forth with the desired specifics to of a stream To Bring New Ideas to Fanwood 4. Gritty; sandy sincere conviction that he pulls the lever for the date, even when occasionally pressed publicly to do CYMOPHANOUS candidates who, he is convinced will do the best job so, for it has become astoundingly clear that politi- Dear Fanwoodians, We read with us as elected leaders. There was no 1. Having a wavy, floating light for the country, state, county and town. cians have an amazing way of replying to a question great interest the letter submitted by need for the incumbents to put poli- 2. Excessively sweaty On the national level, we have been swamped without answering it. our council colleague, Anthony tics aside to work with our current 3. Twining about; twisting throughout the campaign with references to our Unless specifics are given in the closing days of Parenti, about being excited for our mayor on issues that were important 4. Round or oval in form residents “who love Fanwood, as we to Fanwood residents. The truth is RHAPONTIC foreign policy, which does loom as the most impor- the campaign, the voter must choose from history do” to have the opportunity in the they made little effort to research 1. Strong; racy tant issue, because if a serious mistake is made here, and here he will find that the Democratic party has upcoming election be have candi- alternatives, bring forward new ideas 2. Whirling; spinning we need worry no more about our domestic policies. furthered what is commonly known as the welfare dates, “with proven résumés, that are or in any way advance opportunities 3. Rhubarb In this field it seems to us there can be no doubt but state and the Republican party has been the propo- ready to use their experience and to improve our community. 4. An eyepatch that the ... ticket offers the best qualified and most nent of individualism. wisdom to sustain the borough.” We hardily agree with Councilman See more letters on page 5 experienced men ... From these generalities, one can for himself be- Our candidate choices are Dan Parenti that loving Fanwood means This is not to say that there have not been flare-ups come specific about what will happen in any of the Levine and Jack Molenaar who will more “then a meaningless slogan or Letters to in all parts of the world, that everyone is happy and domestic areas, depending upon which party is not only “pledge to keep the borough being an onlooker from the sidelines.” the Editor content or that even a ... war is something we like. It successful at the election, bearing in mind all the tax portion, the only part they can We do need to put “Fanwood govern- is extremely doubtful our prestige has lessened to the time, that the Republicans too, have drifted towards control, of our budget as low as pos- ment in the best hands possible to sible while still maintaining services improve it for you and the next gen- Two Pay Checks extent (some) would have us believe and their state- the liberal side as the years passed. Even so, between we have come to enjoy and expect,” erations.” Therefore, it’s important Instead of One ment that they can do better is a happy thought, but the two, the GOP offers the least of the welfare state but they will continue to actively that we have two, hard-working and one not likely to entice voters who may not wish to and this we are convinced is by far, best for the pursue alternative funding sources, dedicated leaders like Dan Levine What do Senator Loretta Weinberg, take that chance on so important an issue. country and for all individuals. implement strategies to reduce spend- and Jack Molenaar, who are not look- Cabinet secretary Lou Goetting, and ... there has been practically no discussion in depth It should be borne in mind that unless the country ing and be actively engaged in all ing at their legacy, but, rather are Assistant Insurance Commissioner or indeed, in specifics, of how they would solve our is kept economically sound ..., it will not be finan- aspects of our local government. dedicated to work for the benefit of Joseph Brennan all have in common? Bipartisanship works best when all Fanwoodians. They (and scores of others) are all domestic problems. The intelligent voter will not be cially able to do what must be done to keep it safe... retired public sector employees who satisfied with generalities that business will be bet- It is to be earnestly hoped that in this crucial point each party or elected representative Councilwoman Kathy Mitchell (D) brings forward additional or alterna- have gone back to work for the state ter, that the rights of all individuals will be broad- in the history of the country, voters will put aside Council President Russ Huegel (D) and are collecting state wages while ened through extension of civil rights, that the aged personal prejudices and thoughts of personal benefit tive recommendations or strategies Fanwood to solve the challenges presented to also collecting taxpayer-funded state and infirm, and almost everyone else will have a and vote for the good of the country as a whole as pensions. richer and fuller life or that there will be labor- conviction dictates. Garwood Campaign Is About What All This practice, known by some as management peace. The Westfield Leader, October 27, 1960 (The first “double-dipping,” is egregious and The voter who wants to cast his vote with absolute year of televised debates). must come to an end. With 9.8 per- Residents Want From Their Gov’t cent of NJ residents suffering from It’s about understanding what all find out what you want, not just shake unemployment, a 35-year high, these Garwood residents want from their your hand and give you my picture well-connected state officials collect County Tax Levy 62 Years Later government to help make their lives and a pen. It does not matter what the two paychecks instead of one. Which cuts deeper into the local property tax levy for municipal government in 242 of 567 mu- better. candidates want. It’s “We the People,” Today, the system allows govern- When I do I would like to respond right? Not “We the candidates.” ment employees to “retire,” start col- dollar — county or municipal government? As county nicipalities in New Jersey, or 43 per cent of the total to the Garwood Borough Council But I have a problem. You may not lecting a pension and then return to expenditures soar, increasing shares of the local tax number. In 1954 only 35 per cent of all municipali- Democratic candidates’ letter in the have the time or opportunity to talk work for the state, often the next day dollar are being taken for support of county govern- ties paid out more of their levy for county govern- October 11 issue of this paper. when I do. So I want to ask you a or week. Many start work at their new ment; And it probably will come as a surprise to ment than for their own. My opponents say I have no politi- favor – please call me. Here’s my cell state jobs one-day after retiring from many people to learn that in nearly 250 New Jersey A breakdown of the statewide figures showed that cal experience. That’s true. I’m just number: (908) 967-3498. I own a their previous state positions. municipalities, the local tax collector collects more of the 21 municipal governments in Union County, like any other Garwood resident who local business so my time is flexible New Jersey has done zilch to end tax for the county government than for his own the county levy exceeds the municipal levy in two thinks about the things that touch all and I’ll always make the time to listen double dipping by public employees. municipality. municipalities. The Westfield Leader, October 27, our daily lives: did the trash get picked to what you have to say. I hope you I propose a new law be passed Under New Jersey law, county government reaches 1960 up this morning? Is that annoying can call, but if you can’t then e-mail straightaway that would end the prac- into the local property tax pocket for its principal Sixty-two years later (2012), few still realize that pothole on South Avenue fixed yet? me at [email protected]. tice of retired government employ- The great Democratic politician Tip I will not criticize my opponents. ees working a state job after retire- financial support. Each year, after the county esti- if a property owner defaults on taxes owed to the O’Neal was right when he said all That’s a big waste of time. A good use ment. It would encompass retirees mates its costs the municipalities within its borders town, the town still must pay the county and the politics is local. And I believe any of our time will be to talk to each from all six of the state’s defined are billed their share of the total. This is prorated on school system. Any shortfall in tax collections re- citizen so inclined should step up and other over the next few weeks and benefit retirement pension plans – the basis of the equalized (evaluated) share of prop- sulting from default is borne by the town. Today in get involved in local politics. figure out who can best apply com- Public Employees, Police and Fire, erty within each municipality. Westfield, 60-65 percent of property tax goes to This campaign is not about me. It’s mon sense and lead us to find solu- Teachers, State Police, Judges, and The municipal tax collector then collects the county schools, over 20 percent to the county. The town is about you. It’s about understanding tions to our problems. College Professors. tax, along with school and municipal taxes in one left with the remainder, the smallest portion. In what all Garwood residents want from God bless you. God bless America. Common sense and fairness dic- billing. Frequently in the process, the taxpayer loses aggregate amount, Westfield of 30,000 population their government to help make their Mike Martin tates that when retired state workers sight of the relative burden of county taxes. Filling in pays about the highest amount to the county ($31 lives better. So I’ve been trying to Garwood GOP Council Candidate go back to work at a state, county or this oversight, a recent compilation by the New million), more than $1,000 per person per year; meet with as many of you as I can to municipal job, they should not re- Jersey Taxpayers Association shows that the levy for whereas Elizabeth with a population of 120,000 ceive retirement benefits while work- It’s Time to Put a Stop to Malfeasance ing. county purposes this year (1960) will exceed the pays about $260 per person per year. With the state teetering on bank- At All Union County Authorities ruptcy and with legions of people out of work in NJ, those collecting a state Union County government’s leaky house. pension should step aside and give boat is showing more signs of stress. From revenue at Galloping Hill, others the chance at gainful employ- After this year’s massive and disas- we fear the UCIA will assume the ment with the state. trous failure of the county govern- $25-million new skating rink opera- When government employees re- ment budget, there now arises an- tions being built by the UCIA; or ceive a state pension and wages at the other financial dark cloud in that Runnells Specialized Hospital, if not same time, it also affects taxpayers. major cash flow problems are ap- to be closed, can be restructured and In the end, we pay the freight for pearing at their shadow entity, the transferred to the UCIA. Definitely, double dippers both coming and go- Union County Improvement Author- the county contracts with ing. ity (UCIA). The imminent Galloping KemperSports for golf operations will Hill banquet/clubhouse that the UCIA have to be cancelled at a cost, and DJ Kurz has oversight on, went $10 million absorbed into the UCIA. Lambertville, NJ over the original budget skewing fi- The two shadow entities, UCIA nances due to the upstream sweet- and the UCUA (Union County Utili- heart rental deals to Taylor-made and ties Authority), control a lot of public THE 3 DEBATE LPGA; their solar-panel program is money. These entities are not gov- OPPONENTS? SIDE failing since the energy rebates re- erned by elected officials but ap- ceived are 15 percent of what they pointed ones – therefore not account- 1, SIDE 2 AND THE based their returns on and they fore- able to the public. Monies can be cast rebates will only return to 50 commingled and untraceable. Rev- MODERATOR percent levels; around $100 million enue will be removed from the county in short-term notes are at the end of budget impacting the taxpayers. This their allotted lifetime so they need to move is not for the interests of the be formally bonded, which increases public, but for the UCIA’s survival. debt service. Wrong transference of county tax The hard-pressed state government money is already happening as the may consolidate the UCIA’s Plainfield county is using close to $3 million of Park Madison building, which would our Open Space Trust fund to pay dry up rents. The UCIA’s finances are county employees. bleeding red and it appears it is the One paramount issue, the director next county entity to financially blow of the UCIA grabbing our tax money up. The UCIA needs cash flow to is also the head of the county free- keep it on life support. holders’ political party (county In freeholders’ executive sessions Democrats) in charge of fundraising Your State Legislators exposed by the Union County Watch- for their political campaigns. Do you ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, dog Association, the county is in dis- think the county freeholders will Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. cussions to transfer operations of the stand up for the taxpayers or pay 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. Galloping Hill Golf course to the obeisance to their political boss – Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, UCIA along with all revenues. This the UCIA director in control of their (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. year, golf fee revenue was reported to campaigns? Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) be minimum $3.5 million. The UCIA, It is time to put a stop to this mal- 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail which was always the construction feasance. Residents should write let- Union County Freeholders Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] end of the county operations, is now ters to Governor Christie, the New Elizabeth, New Jersey (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] (908) 527-4200 Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] assuming entertainment and sports Jersey Department of Community activity functions from the county; Affairs, Asm. Bramnick, state Attor- Al Faella, Mgr. [email protected] 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] Al Mirabella, chair Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] possibly since their construction pur- ney General Chiesa and state Comp- [email protected] (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] pose has hit a ceiling of debt. Golf troller Matthew Boxer. Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. 7th Congressional District operations also include the ancillary Bruce Paterson (908) 527-4419 Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 banquet facilities that are in the club- Garwood [email protected] A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 18, 2012 Page 5 Letter Writer Should Be ‘Stunned’ To a Good Samaritan in Westfield, About Hypocrisy of GOP Campaign Letters to the Editor Thank You A Thousand Times One of the letter writers in the another received over $365,000. Talk When a miracle happens, it’s no I slammed on my brakes, leaned on October 11 issue of the Leader was about the height of hypocrisy! Nothing Could Be Scarier than Four coincidence. But my angel who was the horn, and yelled out the window, stunned, “stunned” to hear as an ex- But what the American public my miracle needs to be acknowl- “I need help.” planation for President Obama’s first should most be “stunned” about is More Years of ‘Obamanization’ edged and thanked. On Sept. 25, I Immediately, a woman driving in debate performance that the Presi- the length to which the Republican As we approach Election Day, there Dark Forces of Obama sign away and began as every day, with a large, the opposite direction, stopped, say- dent had “showed up with the intent apparatus will go to defeat President is something far scarier than Hallow- spend away the substance produced healthful breakfast. This day, I de- ing, “What can I do?” “I need food,” of answering questions and having a Obama. They are the ones who are een, it is called Obama and if you will by all our efforts and sacrifices. Noth- cided to skip lunch and have a big I managed, shaking violently. This discussion, an honest discussion, un-American: the voter ID, or rather open your eyes and open your mind ing could be scarier than four more dinner. angel whirled about to her car, pulled about where we go as a country,” but “voter suppression” laws enacted by you are traveling this rocky path to a years of “Obamanization.” Be as- At 2:15 pm, I started my mile on a out and offered me a Styrofoam box that “Governor Romney showed up Republican state legislatures around possible four more years of sky-high sured that the incoming Romney ad- treadmill and then moved on to a containing a large chicken wrap. to deliver a performance [that] was the country are not even a thinly- unemployment, being underem- ministration will start day one to stop weights routine. By 3:20, I began to Heedless of manners, I devoured it, completely unrooted in fact.” That is disguised effort to suppress potential ployed, and finding with the approach our bleeding and repair our damaged feel shaky so I decided to stop and then asked, “What is your name?” the point - performance alone should Democratic voters -Republican offi- of $5 dollar gasoline, a laundry list of image around the world and put busi- eat. I drove toward Westfield for By now the police and Westfield not matter as much as the substance, cials have come out and directly said failed leadership initiatives. Every ness back into government with re- lunch. But as I drove, the shaking Rescue Squad she had called, ap- and what Romney brought to the they are doing it in order to elect tool of the liberal media, the organi- sponsibility and accountability. steadily increased until I was in a peared. And anonymously, she left. debate was no substance, and no ac- Romney. Such calculated efforts to zation of special interest groups, and Warren Victor seizure mode. The police and rescue squad staff tual facts. Indeed, trying to get Rom- prevent Americans from voting unquestionably perversion of valid Westfield On South Avenue nearing the circle, were wonderful, and I’m so very ney to commit to any factual position should be unheard of in our democ- and true voting safeguards statements grateful for their efficiency and kind- has been like trying to nail Jell-o to a racy, but they are now the hallmark of made without fact, or more likely Take the Opportunity to Thank ness. I was able to tell them. I can wall, and that insults Jell-o. the totalitarian movement that the deliberate lies, to confuse you and reward them. What the letter writer should be hard-core Republican Party has be- other serious voters. Friends of Library Volunteers But to the good Samaritan who “stunned” about, even “shocked” come. It is a scandal that should be on The witching hour for Halloween was my angel, please know of my about, is the level of hypocrisy, men- the front pages of every newspaper approaches, but more important, the October 21 to 27, 2012, is the sixth by underwriting the cost of our new heartfelt thanks. I pray you are con- dacity and straight-out lying that the and reported on in every nightly news- Wicked Witch of the West from The annual celebration of National eBook access. There is no doubt that tinually rewarded in this life as you Republican campaign has engaged cast until all such legislation is wiped Wizard of Oz is perfectly mirrored as Friends of Libraries Week, making it the Friends are essential in allowing have gifted me. in from the top down. The most re- away. We can only be thankful as a the Wicked Wizard of the West, a good time to publicly thank the the library to be responsive to the Friends of the Fanwood Memorial public’s evolving needs and expecta- Neshama Siner cent and blatant example of this came country that our independent judi- Obama. He is behind the curtain pull- Scotch Plains in the Vice-Presidential debate, where ciary is protecting our Constitutional ing all the controls with smoke and Library, a group of devoted volun- tions, and with their help we are able Republican candidate Ryan, who was rights by methodically dismantling mirrors, assuring you another four teers who contribute so much of their to remain an essential, relevant and a soooooo critical of the stimulus from the corrupt efforts of the Republican years of economic dislocation and time and expertise to significantly vital part of Fanwood. the get-go, was forced to admit that Party to steal yet another national suffering and even a slow death of enhance our services. I know that the Fanwood Library is he too had his hand out for some of election. your liberty and access to your con- The Friends of the Fanwood Me- a source of pride for our community, that stimulus. He sent at least four So let us not be “stunned” about stitutional guarantees. Remember the morial Library group began in 1986, and our Friends group is a source of letters to the Department of Energy comments on debate “performance.” endless intrusions of his executive and over the course of the past 26 pride as well. I urge your readers to to request money from the stimulus Rather, let us be shocked by the cra- orders and his attorney general holder years they have donated well over call the library or visit us at on behalf of Wisconsin constituents, ven efforts of Republicans to subvert telling our Congress to take a hike $200,000 to cover the costs of www.fanwoodlibrary.org to find out for investment in developing energy American democracy, and let us en- when they subpoenaed documents children’s programming, special col- how they can join, and support this efficiency and to create “green” jobs sure that on November 6 they do not that you’re entitled to know about. lections and equipment. In fact, the outstanding group. - the very things that Ryan was in- get into positions of power to further The question is, will the Wicked Wiz- Friends ushered our library into the Dan Weiss www.goleader.com/ veighing against in public. And guess do so. ard of the west be laughing the day digital era by funding our very first Library Director computer services and, more recently, subscribe what - Ryan was successful because Charles W. Stotter after the election on his walk back to one of his constituents received over Westfield Air Force One on another trip yet to $20 million in stimulus money and the sworn enemies’ of our country in Interiors So Lovely, You’ll Want to Stay Home the Middle East and around the world to apologize that we have not done enough for them while at the same Think “Superior” For: time they continue killing our youth? Wake up, wake up, wake up. 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PUBLICATION Historical Society Invites All POLICE BLOTTER To Apple Fest on Saturday WESTFIELD – The Westfield His- Memorabilia may include small items Westfield to the Union County Sheriff’s Office. torical Society will hold its fourth such as a photograph, letter, CD, a Saturday, October 6, Karen Weis, 34, Saturday, October 13, Luis Gonzalez, annual Apple Fest celebration this drawing, badge, patch or similar of Edison was arrested and charged with 35, of Plainfield was arrested on an active driving while intoxicated (DWI) pursu- warrant out of Westfield following a Saturday, October 20, from noon to 4 memento that tells an individual’s ant to a motor vehicle stop at Central and p.m. It will take place at the Reeve motor vehicle stop on the 100 block of personal story of Scouting in Terminal Avenues. She was transported South Avenue. He was processed, posted House History and Cultural Resource Westfield. Scouts are asked to wear to police headquarters, processed and bail and released. Center, located at 314 Mountain Av- their uniform or sash to the celebra- released to a responsible adult. Saturday, October 13, Douglas Delisa, enue in Westfield. The rain date will tion for a group picture to be included Sunday, October 7, Jeanphili Brisson, 28, of Avenel was arrested on an active be this Sunday, October 21, also from in the time capsule. 39, of Westfield was arrested on an out- warrant out of Perth Amboy following a noon to 4 p.m. The special exhibit of Charles standing Springfield traffic warrant for $350 motor vehicle stop at Terrill Road and Apple Fest, the historical society’s Addams prints will be showcased in while at police headquarters. Brisson was Cottage Place. He was processed, posted annual fall fundraiser, will be a day of the house for those participating in processed and released after posting bail. bail and released. Monday, October 8, a purple-and- Scotch Plains activities for adults and children alike. the house and museum tour. white-colored Trek MDX bicycle, val- The festivities will include games Tuesday, October 9, a worker at the The Westfield Historical Society is ued at $300, was removed from a munici- Union County Vocational-Technical and contests, tours of the newly reno- a non-profit organization. Its mission pal lot off of Elm Street while it was Schools reported that someone removed vated Reeve House and museum, is to preserve, interpret and encour- SCOUTS AND APPLES…Members of Westfield Boy Scout Troop No. 77 help parked, unsecured, between bushes. The approximately $40 in cash from her pock- apple-pie contest and sales, pumpkin age interest in history and Westfield. Vikranth Eleswarapu complete his Eagle Scout work on a new walking tour of the bicycle had no handle grips on it. etbook. painting, a special Charles Addams The Society provides educational specimen trees at the Westfield Historical Society’s Reeve House in time for the Monday, October 8, Guy E. Barlow, Tuesday, October 9, the manager of a print exhibit, music, mum sales, food outreach through its museum, ar- annual Apple Fest this Saturday, October 20, from noon to 4 p.m. Members of the Jr., 28, of Plainfield was arrested on an Route 22 gas station reported that a cus- and other offerings. chives and via programs and events troop include (top to bottom) Philip Lizzo, Venkat Eleswarapu, Scout Master outstanding Linden traffic warrant dur- tomer received approximately $30 in gas This year, the Westfield Historical for children, adults, schools and John Lizzo, John Sanders, Vikranth Eleswarapu, Gabriel Givelber and Sidharth ing a motor vehicle stop and investiga- and then left without paying. Eleswarapu. The Reeve House is located at 314 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. tion. He was transported to police head- Tuesday, October 9, a resident of Frank Society will host a special celebra- scouts. Additionally, the Society of- quarters, processed and released after tion of the 100 years of Girl Scouts in Street reported that sometime during the fers resources for those interested in posting $200 cash bail. day someone entered his home by breaking America and Westfield. All current preservation, oral history and histori- Identifying Creative Strategies Tuesday, October 9, Zachery O’Brien, a front window and, once inside, removed and former Scouts and troops are cal research. 22, of Warren was arrested and charged an undetermined amount of jewelry. invited to contribute memorabilia to For further information, call the with possession of a controlled dangerous Tuesday, October 9, a resident of Rob- a time capsule that will be “buried” in Westfield Historical Society office at For Claiming Social Security substance (CDS) following a motor ve- erts Lane reported that she has received the historical society archives, to be (908) 654-1794 or visit hicle stop at West South Avenue and numerous calls from an unknown phone unearthed at a future Apple Fest event. westfieldhistoricalsociety.org. WESTFIELD – In my last article, I age to receive a spousal benefit if Tuttle Parkway. He was released after number. discussed one Social Security claiming your own benefit is higher. being issued summonses with an October Tuesday, October 9, a resident of Crest strategy called “file and suspend,” in 17 court date. Lane reported that sometime overnight •To receive a spousal benefit when Saturday, October 13, Thomas J. Smith, which a higher-earning spouse files his your own benefit is higher, you must someone removed decorations, valued at Miller-Cory to Participate 23, of South Plainfield was arrested on an approximately $150, from the front of own benefits upon reaching restrict the scope of your active Aberdeen traffic warrant for $150 her house. full retirement age in order application to your spousal pursuant to a motor vehicle stop on the Tuesday, October 9, Terry Juba, 60, of In ‘Four Centuries’ Event to entitle his spouse to her benefit. 400 block of West North Avenue. He was Scotch Plains was arrested and charged spousal benefit, and then im- •Both spouses cannot transported to police headquarters, pro- with possession of suspected heroin after WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory nial farmhouse. The museum’s gift mediately suspends his ben- claim a spousal benefit off cessed and released after posting bail. a motor vehicle stop. He was transported House Museum will be among the shop will be open as well. efit in order to earn delayed the other’s record at the Sunday, October 14, Thomas Hubbard, to police headquarters, processed and historical sites participating in free, Upcoming Sunday programs on the credits to age 70. same time. 39, of Keyport was arrested on two active released after posting bail. two-day tours during Union County’s museum’s autumn schedule of events Another claiming strat- Brian J. Power, CFP®, traffic warrants, one from Clark, for $500, Thursday, October 11, a resident of “Four Centuries in a Weekend 2012.” include “Halloween Hocus Pocus” on and the other from Elizabeth, for $280, Westfield Road reported that someone egy that most people are not AIF®, M.S., Principal and pursuant to a motor vehicle stop at the The museum, located at 614 Moun- October 28; “Theorem Painting – A familiar with is “claim-now- Wealth Management Advi- made approximately $700 in purchases on tain Avenue in Westfield, will be open Forgotten Art” on November 4; “Col- traffic circle. He was transported to police her credit card without her authorization. claim-more-later.” This sor of Gateway Advisory, headquarters, processed and released on Thursday, October 11, a resident of this Saturday, October 20, from 10 loquialisms – Expressions from the strategy turns the traditional Brian J. Power LLC, offers comprehensive his own recognizance on both warrants. a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, October Park Avenue reported that sometime over- Past” on November 11; “Thanksgiving way of claiming spousal financial planning and in- Sunday, October 14, Charles Ross, 70, night someone removed the tire caps off 21, from noon to 5 p.m. Dinner Demonstration and Table Cus- benefits on its head by having the high- vestment management to individuals of Piscataway was arrested and charged his vehicle. On both days, members of the toms and Manners” on November 18; earning spouse claim his spousal ben- and couples approaching retirement with DWI pursuant to a motor vehicle Friday, October 12, Marian Delara, museum’s Cooking Committee will “Gingerbread Sunday” on December 2 efit off the low-earning spouse’s earn- at his office, 900 South Avenue West stop on West Broad Street near Lamberts 26, of Union was arrested after a motor demonstrate authentic colonial-era (reservations required) and “Italian ings record from age 66 to 70 while his in Westfield, N.J. Phone: (908) 233- Mill Road. He was transported to police vehicle stop on Route 22 on an outstand- open-hearth cooking techniques, us- Christmas Customs” on December 9. headquarters, processed and released to a ing $500 warrant issued by the Union own benefit builds delayed credits. 8100. E-mail: responsible adult. ing recipes from the 18th century. For more information, call (908) While these strategies are simple in [email protected]. Court. She was transported to police head- Saturday festivities also will include 232-1776 or e-mail Sunday, October 14, Jennifer Fetzer, quarters, processed and released. theory, it is important to understand Website: www.gatewayadvisory.com. 30, of Union was arrested and charged Friday, October 12, Ifeoma Scott, 22, a special demonstration of baking [email protected]. the nuances as they apply to your Individuals and couples looking to with DWI pursuant to a motor vehicle using the museum’s beehive oven. of Plainfield was arrested after a motor Details on all programs also are posted individual situation. One or the other receive true independent retirement accident investigation on the 1000 block vehicle stop on Route 22 on an outstand- Costumed docents will show vision the museum’s Facebook page. The (or both) may be available to you, but planning advice will find hands-on, of West North Avenue. She was trans- ing $500 warrant issued by the Scotch tors around the fully furnished colo- website is millercoryhouse.org. it is critical to get the timing just right. caring guidance designed to simplify ported to police headquarters, processed Plains Court. She was transported to po- Here are nuances to be careful of: your financial affairs and align them and released to a responsible adult. lice headquarters, processed and released. •You can’t claim a spousal benefit Fanwood Saturday, October 13, Shane Sheppard, with your family values and aspira- Friday, September 28, a business on the until your spouse has filed for his or tions in the office of Brian J. Power, 21, of Scotch Plains was arrested after a 200 block of South Avenue reported the motor vehicle stop on Rahway Road on an her benefit. CFP®, AIF®, M.S. theft of a wedding dress, valued at $5,000. outstanding $1,886 warrant issued by the •You must be over full retirement According to police, the suspect is de- Clark Court. He was transported to police age to “file and suspend.” Paid Bulletin Board goleader.com/express scribed as a white female in her 30s to 40s, headquarters, processed and released. •You must be over full retirement who was wearing a red or pink dress. Mountainside Monday, October 1, Melvin Ross, 42, Tuesday, October 9, a resident of Forest of Newark was arrested on an active Hill Way reported that someone opened a warrant out of Plainfield after an officer credit card in his name without his autho- responded to the 100 block of South rization. He discovered this after receiv- Avenue on a report of an individual asking a letter from a credit card company ing people for money. Ross was pro- congratulating him on becoming a cessed and turned over to the Plainfield cardholder. According to police, the vic- Police Department. tim cancelled the credit card and notified Friday, October 5, Olivier Blanco, 23, his credit monitoring company of the fraud. At Gateway Advisory, LLC, we seek to ensure of Scotch Plains was arrested on charges Wednesday, October 10, Abraham N. that you get independent, unbiased financial of burglary and theft after a resident of Sakyi, 25, of Orange was arrested on an the 100 block of Martine Avenue re- outstanding warrant in the amount of advice, highly personalized attention, and the ported that when she came home, a suspi- $350 out of Parsippany-Troy Hills after a expertise to meet a wide range of needs. We cious person was in her driveway and motor vehicle stop on Route 22. fled on a bicycle. After entering her resi- Wednesday, October 10, Muhammad build long-term relationships with our clients dence, the victim reported that several I. Bashir, 58, of Elizabeth was arrested by spending the time necessary to understand items were missing, police said. Accord- for allegedly driving with a suspended ing to police, the suspect was located in license after a motor vehicle stop on and help shape their goals, dreams and aspirations. Scotch Plains with the victim’s property Route 22. He was processed and released. in his possession. He was transported to Wednesday, October 10, Amanda A. police headquarters, processed and bail Duncan, 22, of North Plainfield was ar- Your long-term success is our success. was set at $15,000. rested for allegedly driving with a sus- Let us tell you more. Call 908.233.8100. Saturday, October 6, a business on the pended license and on an outstanding war- 40 block of South Avenue reported the rant in the amount of $250 out of Plainfield Brian J. Power, CFP®, AIF®, M.S. Jay H. Flamme theft of car parts, valued at $500. after a motor vehicle stop on Route 22. Principal Principal Sunday, October 7, Anthony Acosta, [email protected] jfl[email protected] Thursday, October 11, Edmund J. 21, of Plainfield was arrested following a Pawlowski, 51, of Maplewood was ar- Gateway Advisory, LLC motor vehicle stop at Midway Avenue rested for allegedly driving with a sus- 900 South Avenue West, Westfield, NJ 07090 | gatewayadvisory.com and Shasta Pass on an active warrant out pended license after a motor vehicle stop on of South Plainfield. He was processed Route 22. He was processed and released. Your gateway to a brighter financial future. and turned over to the South Plainfield Friday, October 12, Jose L. Colon, 58, Police Department. of Highland Park was arrested on an Tuesday, October 9, Christine Caycho, outstanding warrant out of Highland Park 23, of Edison was arrested on an active after a motor vehicle stop on Route 22. warrant out of Plainfield following a Garwood motor vehicle stop at E. 7th Street and Monday, September 17, William From Capitol Hill to capital gains: Terrill Road. He was processed, posted Demars, 50, of Cranford was arrested fol- bail and released. lowing a motor vehicle stop on the 200 Wednesday, October 10, Michael Wil- block of South Avenue and charged with )PXGFEFSBMQPMJDZJOÍVFODFT son, 29, of Scotch Plains was arrested possession of CDS and possession of CDS following a motor vehicle stop at Midway in a motor vehicle. He was processed and UIFÌOBODJBMNBSLFUT Avenue and Cecilia Place on an active released with a pending court date. warrant out of the Union County Sheriff’s Tuesday, September 25, Ray Bailey, The Family Law Department of Office. He was processed and turned over 20, of Clark was arrested following a motor vehicle stop on the 400 block of Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. Presents Join us for a discussion on the latest updates from South Avenue and charged with DWI, Washington focusing on politics and public policy from Prayer to underage consumption of an alcoholic an investor’s perspective. beverage and having an open container – Public policy and political implications for client portfolios The Blessed Virgin of an alcoholic beverage in a motor ve- – Influence of Capitol Hill policy agenda on taxes and investments (Never known to fail) hicle. He was processed and released – Future policy trends and their effect on coming elections Oh most beautiful Flower of with a pending court date. 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Publish this prayer to back away from the area but due to the after the favor is granted. damage to his motor vehicle, was unable (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com Chartered Retirement Plans SpecialistSM and CRPS® are registered service marks of the College for Financial Planning®. ©UBS M.S.V.S. to do so. He was processed and released 2012. All rights reserved. UBS Financial Services Inc. is a subsidiary of UBS AG. Member SIPC. with a pending court date. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 18, 2012 Page 7 FCC Annual Cabaret Show FW Community Foundation On Tap For This Saturday Sets Annual Meeting Sunday WESTFIELD – The First Con- the New York area. He currently FANWOOD – The Fanwood dollars to over $1,000 to eligible gregational Church (FCC) invites can be seen at “Don’t Tell Mama” Community Foundation Board of applicants seeking assistance. The all to its annual cabaret show and in Manhattan and on weekends at Directors invites all to its annual Foundation has awarded grants to basket auction this Saturday, Oc- 16 Prospect Street Wine Bar & Bis- meeting this Sunday, October 21, at purchase much-needed emergency tober 20, beginning at 7 p.m. It tro in Westfield. He is the recipient 3 p.m. The meeting will be held at equipment for the Fanwood Fire will take place in the church’s of a 2007 MAC (Manhattan Asso- the Forest Road Community Cen- Department, a new camera for TV35, Patton Auditorium, located at 125 ciation of Cabarets) Award for Best ter, located at Forest Road Park in fund the purchase of materials for Elmer Street in Westfield. Revue for “Johnny Mercer Sings.” Fanwood. the Fanwood Memorial Library and Entitled “October Surprise,” the Among the songs to be performed This year, the Foundation will has given grants to support various evening will feature a lively revue will be cabaret standards and favor- discuss the direction of the Founda- community organizations. of show tunes and comedy under ites from Broadway, pop, rock and tion as well as the growing need for Many of its donors are local resi- the direction of award-winning pia- roll and oldies. Comedy numbers, volunteers to help support its ad- dents who make ongoing contribu- nist Joe Regan. This event will be sing-along selections and audience ministrative needs. The board also tions to support the work of the free and open to the public. requests will fill out the revue. will consider for adoption revised Foundation. Other contributors have Back by popular demand, Elaine First hosted by the FCC Steward- by-laws that will help govern the included the Foundation in their Brier, a singer/actress/writer known ship Committee in 2003, “October organization going forward and fill will or had memorial contributions for her comedic songs, will once again Surprise” has become an annual event. up to four director positions that made in their memory to provide a share the stage with Mr. Regan. Join- Raffle tickets will be sold for a chance are up for renewal. living legacy. ing them will be professional actors to win assorted gift baskets assembled The mission of the Fanwood Anyone wishing to help or make a Michael Dundon and Peter around such themes as chocolate-lov- Community Foundation is twofold: donation to the Foundation is invited Cummings, along with Susan Speidel, ers, Disney and “A Night on the Town.” first, to provide financial assistance to attend the annual meeting or visit director of performing arts at All proceeds will benefit the Pastor’s in the form of grants to individuals fanwoodcommunityfoundation.org. Morristown-Beard School, and Alison Discretionary Fund for use in times of or groups in need of assistance who Nead, choir director of the First Pres- crisis. Seating is limited and reserva- live, work, support or serve the com- Cannonball House byterian Church of Cranford. Round- tions are suggested. munity of Fanwood, and second, to ing out the cast will be three amateur Interested persons are asked to Marshall W. Farnham and Ms. Colleen E. Higgins raise money to meet these needs by Open For Weekend singers from the congregation. contact the church office at (908) seeking donations and providing SCOTCH PLAINS – The Osborn Mr. Regan, FCC assistant direc- 233-2494 or by e-mail at philanthropic leadership to the Cannonball House Museum, located tor of music, is a professional pia- [email protected]. For addi- greater Fanwood community. As a at 1840 Front Street in Scotch Plains, nist/singer who performs at piano tional information, visit Ms. Colleen Higgins non-profit corporation, all dona- will be open for Union County’s “Four bars and private events throughout fccofwestfield.org. tions are tax-deductible. Centuries in a Weekend” this Satur- Established in October 1998, the day, October 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 To Wed Marshall Farnham Foundation has accumulated assets p.m. and Sunday, October 21, from Optimist Club to Present in excess of $120,000 made up of noon to 5 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Higgins, He is the son of Fred Farnham and contributions from local residents The theme will be “wedding gowns Esq. of East Boothbay, Me. and Ms. Michelle Farnham, who are and businesses, bequests and me- through the years,” featuring gowns Halloween Parade Oct. 28 Islamorada, Florida Keys, proudly lifelong residents of Boothbay morial donations. From the interest from the 1890s to present day. Cos- announce the engagement of their Harbor. earned on the invested assets, the tumed guides will conduct tours. The WESTFIELD – The Optimist Club Quimby Street is organized and spon- daughter, Ms. Colleen Elizabeth Ms. Higgins is a nationally cer- board of directors has annually made museum also is open the first Sunday of Westfield will present a Halloween sored by the Downtown Westfield Higgins, to Marshall Weston tified school psychologist and li- grants ranging from a few hundred of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. Parade on Sunday, October 28. This Corporation and Westfield downtown Farnham of Boothbay Harbor, Me. censed educational psychologist new Halloween event will be part of the businesses. All activities and the pa- practicing in Bedford, Mass. She annual day of trick-or-treating in down- rade will occur rain or shine. Lions Club Schedules is a 1999 graduate of Oak Knoll town Westfield, featuring a children’s The 2012 Westfield Halloween Pa- Pancake Breakfast School of the Holy Child in Sum- costume contest, entertainment and rade is organized and sponsored by mit, N.J. The bride-to-be received roaming costumed characters. the Optimist Club of Westfield. The SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch her undergraduate degree in psy- Families will be welcome to take parade and related activities continue Plains Lions Club will once again hold chology, cum laude, from the Col- $ pictures with witches, ghosts and gob- a long-standing Optimist tradition of a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, Octo- lege of the Holy Cross in Worces- lins. Children participating in the pa- providing fun, scary, entertaining and ber 28, from 8 a.m. to noon. It will take ter, Mass. and both her Masters rade should arrive at Quimby Street at safe Halloween family activities for place at the Scotch Hills Country Club, and Six-Year degrees from North- 2:30 p.m. The 3 p.m. parade in the the community. For more information located at Jerusalem Road and Plainfield eastern University in Boston. downtown area will start on Quimby about the Optimist Club Halloween Avenue in Scotch Plains. Mr. Farnham is a 2001 graduate Street and proceed along North Av- Parade, contact Jeffrey Feldman at This “all-you-can-eat” breakfast of Boothbay Regional High School Hearth & Home Kitchen Tour enue, Prospect Street, East Broad Street, [email protected]. will feature pancakes, eggs, ham and and holds an Associate degree in Elm Street and return to Quimby Street. The Optimist Club of Westfield is a sausage. Beverages will include juice, Machine Tool Technologies from The costume contest will be for not-for-profit service club composed coffee, tea and milk. The cost for the Central Maine Community Col- children from pre-school through el- of men and women who live and/or breakfast is $7; children under age 6 lege. He also has earned a certifi- • ementary-school ages. An adult work in the Westfield area. Club mem- may attend for free. Tickets can be cate in Yacht and Small Craft Sur- • should accompany young children. bers participate in projects and ac- purchased at the door or in advance veying from the Chapman School tivities that benefit youth and the from a Lions Club member. The Halloween Parade will follow of Seamanship in Stuart, Fla. The the Downtown Westfield Annual community. For information about This event is one of multiple future bridegroom is a commercial • Trick-or-Treat event from 11 a.m. to the Optimist Club of Westfield, go to fundraisers for this Lions Club, the lobster harvester, boat builder and 3 p.m. The costume contest on [email protected]. proceeds of which are distributed to accredited marine surveyor. • local charities and community activi- A coastal Maine wedding is ties, with a special emphasis on the planned for next August. • St. Paul’s Church Seeks many organizations throughout the !"# • !" area that serve the blind and visually $% impaired. For more information on See it all on the Web! # Donations For Book Sale the Pancake Breakfast or to reserve a WESTFIELD – St. Paul’s Episco- Reader’s Digest condensed books. If place, call Pancake Breakfast Chair- www.goleader.com Benefitting: Holy Trinity Interparochial School, Westfield & Mountainside pal Church is seeking donations for possible, individuals are asked to bag man Ron Kelly at (908) 753-8218. its annual Friends of Music Book and label their donations by category. Sale. The sale will be held Sunday, Individuals may drop off dona- November 4, noon to 5 p.m.; Mon- tions in the church’s Parish Hall daily day, November 5, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., starting on Sunday, October 21, and and Tuesday, November 6 (Bag any time after 4 p.m. on weekdays Day), from 9 a.m. to noon. and all day on weekends. To access Especially needed are hardback and the Parish Hall, use the Euclid Av- paperback fiction and non-fiction, enue driveway entrance. cookbooks, audio books, videos, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is lo- computer software, compact discs, cated at 414 East Broad Street, near records, DVDs, puzzles and Euclid Avenue and across from the children’s books. The church is un- Westfield Municipal Building. For able to accept donations of textbooks, further information, call (908) 451- magazines, encyclopedias or 5082 or e-mail [email protected]. ÈäxääÇÈ Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. “25 Years Experience” Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer

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The Y, The JCC and The Chelsea present SENIOR HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24th 9:30 AM -1:30 PM FEATURING: tBlood pressure and glucose screenings by Overlook Medical Center tFlu, pneumonia and shingles All happening at immunizations JCC of Central New Jersey by Rite-Aid. Bring Medicare card. tMemory Enhancement Presentation 1391 Martine Ave by Dr. Joel Ross, Memory Enhancement Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 Center of America tThe Importance of Physical Activity by Fox Rehabilitation tSocialization and Laughter DONATION: $5.00 by Marc Schnitzer, Bayada Home Health Care (includes lunch) Many local vendors and shopping! RSVP to Simone Klein by Oct. 19th 908-889-8800, ext. 214 We’re stronger together! Page 8 Thursday, October 18, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Alwin Sievers, 87, U.S. Navy Veteran; Frances M. Poranski, 96, Was Honored Worked on Jet, Car and Sub Projects – Obituaries – For Her Work With Prison Ministry Alwin G. Sievers, 87, a lifelong He was a parishioner of the Holy Frances Margaret Nichols active in The Presbyterian Church in resident of Westfield, N.J., passed Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Elizabeth Bradley, 83, CWC Member; Poranski, 96, of Bedford, Ohio, and Westfield, N.J. When she was asked away peacefully at home on Thurs- where he attended grammar and high formerly of Westfield, died on to become a deacon she accepted day, October 11, with his family by school, and St. Helen’s Roman Catho- Was CSH Occupational Therapist Wednesday, October 10. responsibility for a prison ministry his side. lic Church, both in Westfield. He was Elizabeth White Bradley, 83, of Frederick W. Bradley, Jr.; her daugh- She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. to and made contact with the state maxi- “Allie” was born at home in a longtime member of the Knights of Westfield passed away on Tuesday, ters, Margaret Olivia Bradley and Louise Unger and Charles Nichols. mum-security prison in nearby Westfield, where he worked in the Columbus. October 9, 2012, at Overlook Medi- Anne Elizabeth Bradley; her niece, Her father had a serious accident when Rahway. Fran had found her passion. family bakery after school. He met his He is survived by his loving wife, cal Center in Summit. Katrina Claghorn; and her Fran was only five and was hospital- This was where and how she knew future wife and love of his life for 64 Jeanne (McCarthy) Sievers; his five Born in Walton, N.Y., nephew, James Martin ized for the rest of his life. God had intended for her years in fifth grade, when they lived children and their spouses, Susan she lived in Westfield Van Buren. While still in high school, to serve. Over the next across the street from each other in the Grisham (Barry Phillips), Elizabeth for many years. A memorial visitation Fran went to work to help three decades she coun- town they still call home. He served in Sievers (Peter Houghton), Nancy Elizabeth had worked will be held today, Thurs- support her family. In her seled more than 3,000 the U.S. Navy for three years during Viglianti (Tom), Mark Sievers (Bar- as an occupational day, October 18, from 2 20s Fran took a job at men, both one-on-one and World War II, attended Rensselaer bara) and Margaret Kortina (Jeff); therapist at Children’s to 4 p.m. at the Memorial Westinghouse Electric in small groups. In recog- Polytechnic Institute on a swimming and his eight grandchildren, Justin, Specialized Hospital in Funeral Home, 155 South Corporation, where she nition of her work, East scholarship and graduated in 1946 Erika and Connor Viglianti, Dana, Mountainside before Avenue, Fanwood, with a met and soon married Jersey State Prison hon- with a degree in aeronautical engi- Caroline and Stephanie Sievers; and raising her children. She service at 3:30 p.m. In Alois Henry Poranski as ored her in 2004 with an neering. He later earned a master’s Jeff and Greg Kortina. was a member of the lieu of flowers, donations World War II began in award for 33 years of vol- degree in civil engineering from Private services were held on Sun- College Woman’s Club to the U.S.O. Europe. When the United unteer work. She also was Stevens Institute of Technology. day and Monday. To send an online of Westfield and the Tri (www.uso.org) or the States joined the Allies, an outspoken advocate for He worked at Curtiss-Wright Cor- condolence, please visit Delta Sorority as well Elizabeth W. Bradley Westfield United Fund, Al’s work with prison reform and her poration from 1946 until his retire- dooleycolonialfuneralhome.com. as a former member of 301 North Avenue, West, Westinghouse kept him Frances M. Poranski work with inmates was ment in 1983, where he worked on For those interested, donations may St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Westfield, N.J. 07090-1421 would stateside. While em- recognized nationally. projects ranging from supersonic be made in his name to the “HTIS Westfield. She was an avid traveler be appreciated. ployed there, Al sang in the She received the 1999 Restorative transport (SST) jet engines and the Bridge the Gap” scholarship program and loved to attend the opera. For additional information or to Westinghouse Chorus and was “dis- Justice Award from the Presbyterian rotary car engine to Admiral of the Holy Trinity Interparochial Her sister, Margaret Ellen Van express condolences, please visit covered” by New York opera talent Church (USA) as well. The award Rickover’s nuclear-powered subma- School in Westfield. Buren, predeceased her in 1999. www.fanwoodmemorial.com. scouts. Both he and Fran worked hard honors individuals or groups related rine program and fluidized bed co- October 18, 2012 Surviving are her husband, October 18, 2012 to make his career in opera possible. to the Presbyterian Church who make generation energy technology. Fran worked for a number of corpora- outstanding contributions to direct Joseph Pendal, 75, Longtime Teacher; tions over the years and at the time her service ministries. Robert L. Stanton, 95, Enjoyed Family, husband died, at the age of 62, she was Fran was a remarkable woman Park Middle School Baseball Coach employed as a payroll supervisor for whose faith and love for God were Gardening and Creating Works of Art Minnesota Mining and Manufactur- always at the center of her life. That Joseph H. Pendal passed away on nia, Joseph H. was a highly regarded ing Company. love was passed on to all who knew Robert L. Stanton, 95, of Spring of Niles, Mich. and Catherine (Joe Tuesday, October 2, in Woodbury, teacher in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Fran’s great resilience, strength and her and guided every choice she made. Lake, Mich. passed away on Thurs- Chittenden) Stanton of Spring Lake; Minn., due to complications during N.J. school district for more than 30 faith were never more evident than at She liked to laugh with her family day, October 11, 2012, at his home in four great-grandchildren, Nathaniel surgery. He was 75, and was pre- years. A former college and semi-pro this time. She became even more and friends and was always ready Oakcrest Manor. and Madeline Stanton, Samuel ceded in death by his wife of 50 baseball player, Joseph H. served with support and encouragement. He was born December 21, 1916 in Chittenden and Robert J. Stanton. He years, Barbara Jean Pendal (Bourne). many years as the beloved head base- Fran told it like she saw it. She was Oak Park, Ill. to Robert and Sophia also is survived by his sister-in-law, A native of Pennsylvania, he lived ball coach at Park Middle School, direct and almost always let you know (Eckert) Stanton. Bob was an artist at Pricilla Orcutt, and many nieces and in New Jersey for 48 years before helping to develop the skills and love what she was thinking. A political heart, making stained glass mosaics nephews. He was preceded in death moving to Minnesota in 2008. Jo- for the game of his players. woman with definite opinions, she for people’s homes or crosses for by one sister, Grace Pfeiffer. seph H. is survived by his son, Joseph A private memorial will be held in was tolerant of those who disagreed startup churches. He enjoyed travel- A memorial gathering took place M. Pendal of Minnesota, daughter- Woodbury, Minn. In lieu of flowers, with her. A Christian woman who ing and tending to his garden that was yesterday, Wednesday, October 17, in-law, Jessica, and grandsons, Gavin the family asks that donations be sent was a daily witness to her faith, she always on the yearly garden show at the Spring Lake Presbyterian (15) and Liam (13); his sisters, to the scholarship fund at the St. Paul accepted and valued the beliefs of tour, but most of all, he loved spend- Church in Spring Lake, Mich. Me- Bernadine Kraynock and Teresa (Minn.) School of Rock, 417 Broad- others. Mothers are special to every ing time with his family. morial contributions may be given to Ksenics, both of Pennsylvania, along way Street, St. Paul, MN 55101. child, but Connie’s mother was truly On February 8, 1941 he married Hospice of North Ottawa Commu- with the best friend he ever had, Mr. Arrangements are by the Wulff a remarkable woman. Although she the former Vada Granger and she nity or Blue Lake Public Radio. Please Henry McFarlin of North Plainfield. Funeral Home of St. Paul, Minn. died on October 10, 2012, she will preceded him in death in 1987. He is sign the family’s online guestbook at Also known as Butch to his family October 18, 2012 continue to be a source of courage, survived by two sons, Robert Stanton www.vbkfuneralhome.com. The and friends in his native Pennsylva- strength and faith for her daughter, and his partner, James Drindell, of family is being served by for her grandchildren, Kate and California and Russell (Verna) VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Henry Christian Vogel, 92, Had Career David, for her nieces and nephews, Stanton of Spring Lake; two grand- Funeral Home of Spring Lake, Mich. and for everyone who knew her. children, Michael (Tammy) Stanton October 18, 2012 With Merck, GAF and John Brown Ruby V. Rose A service in celebration of the life Henry Christian Vogel, 92, of Gertrude V. Graham of Tempe, Ariz.; of Frances Margaret Nichols Poranski Chapel Hill, N.C. died on Wednes- seven nephews and nieces; and seven Ruby V. Rose, 99 was held at The Presbyterian Church Best Friend Rescue Group day, October 10, 2012, at UNC Hos- grandchildren, Byron Jay Hoffman, III, Ruby V. Rose, 99, of Fanwood in Westfield on Monday, October 15, pitals in Chapel Hill. Henry Maxwell Hoffman, Erik Chris- passed away on Friday, October 12, 2012. Interment was at Fairview Cem- Mr. Vogel was born on December tian Hoffman and his wife, Jessica, 2012, at home. etery in Westfield. Arrangements were To Begin Halloween Sale 22, 1919 in Newark, N.J. and was Heather Marie Hoffman, Casey Mae Born and raised in Jamaica, she by Gray Funeral Directors of Westfield. SCOTCH PLAINS – Best Friend by volunteers. Proceeds benefit raised in the Weequahic neighbor- Carlock, Maxine Shirley McReynolds lived in the Bronx, N.Y. before mov- October 18, 2012 Dog and Animal Adoption will hold homeless animals in the hood. His wife, Shirley Beckert Vogel, and Robin Jo McReynolds. ing to Fanwood in 1991. its popular 50-percent-off Halloween organization’s care. preceded him in death on June 24, Interment was on Saturday, October Her husband, Joseph, predeceased Rosary Altar Society Sale from Tuesday, October 23, The shop offers new and good qual- 1986. Mr. Vogel graduated with a 13, 2012, beside his beloved wife at the her in 1998. through Wednesday, October 31. Most ity, slightly used merchandise for sale. bachelor’s degree from the Massa- Pleasantdale Cemetery in West Orange, Surviving are her daughters, Breakfast Is Sunday items in the store will be 50 percent An assortment of Halloween decora- chusetts Institute of Technology and N.J. The officiating clergy was the Rev- Yvonne Rose, Hyacinth “Hope” WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity off. Some exceptions will apply. Lo- tions and costumes is available, as earned a master’s from Columbia erend Lynn Santulli of Crescent Av- Young, Barbara Thomas and and St. Helen’s Rosary Altar Society cated at 1750 East Second Street in well as new scarves, hats and gloves University, both in chemical engi- enue Presbyterian Church. Any contri- Josephine Rose; her sister, Renolda will hold their annual Communion Scotch Plains, the store is open from for fall. neering. He served in the U.S. Army butions in memory of Henry C. Vogel Ryser; 10 grandchildren and 13 great- Breakfast this Sunday, October 21, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day The thrift shop is a drop-off center during World War II in the Pacific may be made to Crescent Avenue Pres- grandchildren. following the 9 a.m. Mass at the Holy except Sunday and Monday. for brass, copper, 14-carat gold and Theatre and in 1946 joined Merck, byterian Church, 716 Watchung Av- Services will be held on Saturday, Trinity Roman Catholic Church. It The Best Friend Rescue group is a sterling silver. It is always in need of Inc., where he worked for the next 25 enue, Plainfield, N.J. 07060 or to the October 20, at 10 a.m. at the All will take place at the Holy Trinity not-for-profit organization run solely good-quality donations to restock the years, followed by 15 years at GAF Newark Preservation Committee, Saints’ Episcopal Church, 559 Park Parish Center, adjacent to the church shelves. Small furniture, jewelry, an- and John Brown until retirement. www.newarklandmarks.org/ Avenue, Scotch Plains. Entombment at the corner of Westfield Avenue and MASTER tiques, collectibles and slightly worn Among his professional accom- Contact.htm. will follow at Hollywood Memorial First Street in Westfield. clothing, shoes and purses are par- plishments were a patented method of October 18, 2012 Park in Union. Visitation will be to- The Reverend Alex Pinto, who MEMORIALS ticularly desired. The group also is in recovering osmium and editorship of morrow, Friday, October 19, from 6 serves as moderator for the Rosary urgent need of cat food and litter due the Fermentation and Biochemical CBI Announces Date to 9 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home, Altar Society, will be the guest speaker 524 Central Avenue to the many homeless kittens in need Engineering Handbook, now in its 155 South Avenue, Fanwood. for the breakfast. Tickets are $15. For of its care. third edition. An active member and For Fall Blood Drive For additional information or to Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2350 tickets or for more information, in- The rescue group will hold its deacon at the Crescent Avenue Pres- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Men’s sign the guestbook, visit terested persons are asked to call Rose www.mastermemorials.com 15th annual tricky tray at The byterian Church, Henry resided in Club of Congregation Beth Israel www.fanwoodmemorial.com. Aiello at (908) 232-6460. All are Westwood in Garwood on Sunday, Plainfield and Scotch Plains before (CBI) will hold its fall blood drive on October 18, 2012 welcome to attend. October 28, from 12:30 to 5 p.m. moving to North Carolina in 2005. Sunday, October 28, from 9:30 a.m. More than 250 prizes will be fea- Henry is survived by his daughters, to 1 p.m. at the synagogue. tured. Tickets are still available. For Erika V. Hoffman and her husband, Run by The Blood Center of New Red Ribbon Day Saturday more information, call Jennifer at Byron J. Hoffman, Jr., of Chapel Hill, Jersey, the drive will be open to any- Designer • Builders of fine (862) 220-9658. N.C. and Donna V. McReynolds and one age 18 or older who is medically MONUMENTS To learn more about Best Friend, her husband, Jeffrey McReynolds, of eligible to donate. No pre-registra- To Offer Family Activities MARKERS call (908) 322-2502 or visit pets wait- Batavia, Ill.; his son, Joe, of San Juan, tion is required. A continental breaking for permanent homes at Puerto Rico; his sisters, Margaret V. AREA – Union County’s annual parents to start talking about the fast will be served to all donors. prevention of alcohol and drug MAUSOLEUMS bestfriend.petfinder.com. Stottmeister of Forked River, N.J. and Red Ribbon Day will take place The Men’s Club of CBI hosts an this Saturday, October 20, at Oak abuse in a positive, friendly atmo- Lettered • Cleaned Monetary donations are tax-de- autumn and a spring blood drive an- ductible and also urgently needed by Ridge Park on Oak Ridge Road in sphere.” SHERIFF’S SALE nually. The synagogue has partnered Red Ribbon Day will start with the rescue group. Donations can be Clark. Tim Doerr SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-12004218 with The Blood Center of New Jersey The event will include a 5K Run the Red Ribbon 5K Run at 9:30 sent to: Best Friend, P.O. Box 335, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY for over 20 years. CHANCERY DIVISION and Family Fun Walk, as well as a a.m., followed by the Red Ribbon Sally Bauer Doerr Cranford, N.J. 07016. UNION COUNTY CBI is located at 18 Shalom Way, (established 1939) DOCKET NO. F-40563-10 full day of free activities and fun Family Fun Walk at 10 a.m. Plaintiff: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. at the corner of Martine Avenue, in for children, all in the cause of From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. there will VS. Scotch Plains. For more information, Also: 300 Rt. 37 East Defendant: JOHN J. DIAMENTE; PATRICIA raising awareness about prevent- be free family activities and games See it all on the Web! C. DIAMENTE call the synagogue office at (908) Toms River, NJ Sale Date: 11/07/2012 ing drug and alcohol abuse. along with musical entertainment Writ of Execution: 06/28/2012 889-1830 or Walter Chinoy, Blood “At a very young age, children and a health fair. A helicopter land- (732) 349-2350 www.goleader.com By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Drive chairman, at (908) 230-0062. to me directed I shall expose for sale by public can start to share some thoughts ing will add to the excitement. vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- SHERIFF’S SALE about staying healthy and avoid- To register online for the Red TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-12004320 ing danger,” said Freeholder Ribbon 5K Run or Fun Walk, and said day. All successful bidders must have 20% SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Alexander Mirabella. “Red Rib- to get information on deadlines of their bid available in cash or certified check at CHANCERY DIVISION the conclusion of the sales. UNION COUNTY bon Day is a great opportunity for and fees, visit runsignup.com. Gray Funeral Homes The judgment amount is: ***Two Hundred DOCKET NO. J-080758-12 Teams also can raise funds for Eighty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Two Plaintiff: MARIO MADORMA and 16/100*** $284,632.16. VS. College Club Plans their own organizations at Red Rib- The property to be sold is located in: The Defendant: JOSEPH D. NATALE, P. CAMILLO Since 1897 Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, & SONS, INC. AND UNITED AMERICAN PROP- bon Day on a 50-50 basis through State of New Jersey. ERTIES AT WATCHUNG, INC. ‘Fabulous’ Program the Fun Walk. For information on Commonly known as: 210 Katherine Street, Sale Date: 11/14/2012 Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Writ of Execution: 08/03/2012 FANWOOD – The College Club this 50-50 offer, visit Prevention Tax Lot No.: 3 in Block: 3804 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 56 x 100 to me directed I shall expose for sale by public of Fanwood-Scotch Plains will host a Links, a Red Ribbon sponsor, at Nearest Cross Street: Mountain Avenue vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- program called “Look Damn Good – Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- preventionlinks.org or call (732) nicipal or tax liens that may be due. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on 7 Steps to Fabulous” on Monday, 381-4100. Subject to Tax and prior lien info: At the time of WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of publication taxes/sewer/water information was said day. All successful bidders must have 20% October 22, at 7:45 p.m. The Red Ribbon Drug Aware- not yet available - you must check with the tax of their bid available in cash or certified check at Presented by Janet Cargill of J. collector for exact amount due. the conclusion of the sales. ness Campaign commemorates the Subject to Prior Mortgages and Judgements (if The judgment amount is: ***Seven Hundred Cargill Image, this interactive and life of Special Agent Enrique any): None Fifty-Four Thousand One Hundred Ninety-Nine Total Upset: ***Two Hundred Ninety-Nine and 09/100*** $754,199.09. fun program will be held at The “Kiki” Camarena, who died at the Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty and 13/100*** Re: Writ of Execution Number: 120003735 Chelsea, located at 295 South Av- hands of drug traffickers in Mexico $299,960.13 together with lawful interest and Property to be sold is located in the Town of costs. Westfield, County of Union, State of New Jersey. enue in Fanwood. while conducting an undercover Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Premises commonly known as 401 South tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. Ms. Cargill is the author of the book investigation of a major drug car- Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Being known as Lot 9, Block 3003 on the “Look Damn Good – At Your Age, With money will be deposited into the Superior Court official Tax Map of the Town of Westfield. tel. Special Agent Camarena 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Dimensions: 42.28 feet x 92.66 feet x 70.30 Your Body and On Your Budget.” All worked his way through college, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to feet x 75.00 feet. Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Nearest cross street: Summit Avenue. are welcome, and refreshments will served in the Marines and became personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Total Upset: ***Seven Hundred Niney-Nine be served at 7:30 p.m. an order directing payment of the surplus money. Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Four and 20/ a police officer before joining the cremation. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale 100*** $799,574.20 together with lawful interest U.S. Drug Enforcement Adminis- will have information regarding the surplus, if and costs. any. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Terrill Road Baptist tration. Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home “The Fair Housing Act prohibits “any prefer- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and ence, limitation, or discrimination becaus of race, expenses, there remains any surplus money, the The Union County Board of Cho- 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or money will be deposited into the Superior Court To Hold Fall Fest sen Freeholders, Prevention Links national origin, or intention to make such prefer- Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 ence, limitation or discrimination” in connection or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to SCOTCH PLAINS – The Terrill and the Union County D.A.R.E. with any aspect of a residential real estate trans- Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. action. Zucker, Goldberg, and Ackerman, LLC and extent of that person’s claim and asking for Road Baptist Church will hold its Officers Association are support- NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 encourages and supports the equal housing an order directing payment of the surplus money. annual Fall Fest on Saturday, Octo- ers of Red Ribbon Day. practices of the Fair Housing Act in the conduct The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 of its business.” will have information regarding the surplus, if ber 27, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Admis- For more information about the There is a full legal description on file in the any. Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the sion will be free and all are invited. Red Ribbon Campaign, Red Rib- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Union County Sheriff’s Office. The festivities will include a 40- bon Day and all Red Ribbon ac- John-Michael “J.M.” Jones sale for any length of time without further adver- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this tisement. sale for any length of time without further adver- foot bouncy obstacle course, pony tivities, visit Prevention Links at N.J. Lic. #4869 Ralph Froehlich tisement. Sheriff Ralph Froehlich rides, games, food and a photo booth. preventionlinks.org or call (732) Attorney: Sheriff Terrill Road Baptist Church is lo- 381-4100. Director ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, LLC Attorney: 200 SHEFFIELD STREET SAUER AND FITZPATRICK - ATTORNEYS cated at 1340 Terrill Road in Scotch For information about all Union SUITE 301 109 WALNUT STREET Plains. The Reverend William C. Page County parks and recreation pro- www.grayfuneralhomes.com MOUNTAINSIDE, NEW JERSEY 07092 PO BOX 438 (908) 233-8500 ROSELLE PARK, NEW JERSEY 07204-0438 is pastor. For more information, call grams, visit ucnj.org or call (908) 4 T - 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 4 T - 10/18, 10/25, 11/01 & 11/01/12 Fee: $197.88 & 11/08/12 Fee: $161.16 the church at (908) 322-7151. 527-4900. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 18, 2012 Page 9 WHS Students Recognized Edison Presents Romeo and In Italian National Exam Juliet Together (and Alive!) WESTFIELED — More than 5,500 Cardoso, Anna Centrella, Jared WESTFIELD — A cast and crew waiting for the kissing scenes. What students participated in the 2012 Ital- Ellner, Megan Pinna, Kim Roth and of over 100 Edison Intermediate School they get is more action than ian National exam from California, Sabrina Van Ness. students will bring Romeo and Juliet Shakespeare ever imagined, in the Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Loui- Level 3: 7th place – Caitlin Lawrie. Together (and Alive!) at Last to the funniest, most disastrous...and most siana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Honorable Mention: Chloe Bryen, Edison stage October 25-27. romantically successful production Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Justin Cafiero, Andrew Dougert, In this adaptation, Pete Saltz, the ever! Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Meaghan Fleck, Marina Kovalenko pudgy poet from S.O.R. Losers has Performances are Thursday, Octo- New York, North Carolina, Okla- and Alan Zepka. fallen hard for Anabell Stackpoole, ber 25 at 4 p.m., Friday, October 26, homa, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Level 4: Honorable Mention: and she likes him too, but both are and Saturday, October 27, at 7:30 p.m. Rhode Island, Texas, and Canada. Sophia Barry, Michael Mondon, Jes- much too shy to do anything about The Thursday matinee is a special pre- The following 26 Westfield High sica Sipe, Alina Spera, and Anthony it. It is Pete’s friend, Ed Sitrow, to sentation for elementary school stu- Students received recognition: Valles. the rescue as he and other eighth- dents, accompanied by their parents, Level 1: 7th place – Jack Rickles “Congratulations to all these graders at South Orange River and senior citizens, with open seating and Alicia Martin-Morera; and 9th students who have achieved such a School cook up a scheme to give the tickets available at the door for $5. place – Christina Gulla. Honorable high level of comprehension and budding romance a boost. Purchase reserved seating tickets for Mention: Lauren Androconis, Dan interest in their World Language WE WALKED…Franklin School in Westfield recently participated in the The school production of Romeo the evening performances for $8 at the Bigelow, Kyle Jason and Brian Suler. studies,” commented David Greer, annual Walk to School Day, sponsored by B.R.A.K.E.S. (Bikers, Runners And and Juliet stars the bashful pair in door. Edison Intermediate School is Level 2: 5th place – Vittoria Sabba. Supervisor of World Languages K- Kids are Entitled to Safety). The event helps cut back on pollution and traffic the leading roles – and everybody’s located at 800 Rahway Avenue. Honorable Mention: Michael 12 in the Westfield Public Schools. congestion while also encouraging exercise. Students wore red, signed a “We Walked” banner upon arrival at Franklin and received stickers. The school also held a raffle where students could win a special escort. Franklin Principal Eileen Cambria walked with Richie and Angela Panikewsky, and Westfield Police Detective Lisa Perrotta accompanied Phoebe and Charlie Standfest, pictured. Understanding Learning Disabilities Workshop WESTFIELD – The Westfield PTC- the development of a child’s brain im- Special Education Committee will pacts their learning and behavior. present Understanding Learning Dis- Neuropsychologists evaluate patients, abilities, an evening of education and analyze the test results and devise a insightful conversation on Wednesday, targeted educational program or treat- October 24, at 7:30 p.m., at the Edison ment plan based on those results. PEACE AND HARMONY…Westfield High School student, Paige McCann, was Intermediate School Library, located at The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. with one of five top finalists in the Mahatma Gandhi Peace and Harmony award. Her 800 Rahway Avenue in Westfield. the Business component. CEU’s (1.5 YOUNG LOVE…Romeo and Juliet Together (and Alive) at Last will be per- artwork was based on the Gandhi quote, “There is sufficiency in this world for Dr. Ilyse O’ Desky, Director of the credits) will be offered free of charge formed at Edison Intermediate School, 800 Rahway Avenue, Westfield on man’s need but not for his greed.” She attended an award ceremony at Princeton Neurological Testing Center in Spring- for the presentation. This program is Thursday, October 25 at 4 p.m.; Friday, October 26, and Saturday, October 27, University with Marissa Conneely, a history teacher at Roosevelt Intermediate field will speak about assessment of free and all parents, teachers, and thera- at 7:30 p.m. Pictured standing are: Chris Kelly, Alix Wheatman, Olivia Kuzman, School and her family. Pictured, left to right, are: A. Feroz Saddiqi, AIA learning disabilities (LD) in children. pists are invited to attend. Pre-registra- Gianna Tilocca, Catie Barry, Matt Hopen, Luke Altman, Emily Holtzman, Jack President; Michel Minter, vice provost for Institutional Equity and Diversity at Have you ever wondered whether your tion is not required. Gerris, Emma Rogers and Aryeh Iosif. Pictured seated are: Brianna Heard, Princeton University; Paige McCann, Hemant Marathe, president, board of Maddy Armstrong, Lizzie Villane, Avigail Reiss, Javier Lara and Chris Ng. education, West Windsor-Princeton School District; Paul Winkler, executive child’s behavior or issues is typical or For further information, email director, New York commission on Holocaust, and Assemblyman Upendra whether it might be the sign of some- [email protected] Chivukula. thing else? Perhaps your child is al- or visit www.westfieldnjk12.org/ ready diagnosed with a LD and you specialedparents. WHS Merit Scholarship want to be more educated about the Westfield Board Of diagnosis. If any of these cases apply, you will not want to miss this presenta- MEF to Host Casino Students Announced Ed. Meeting Set For tion. Night Nov. 17 WESTFIELD — Twenty-four Ripperger, Benjamin Schwartz, Clara Dr. O’Desky is also an Assistant Westfield High School seniors have Smith, Asher Stabler, Austen Thien, October 22 Professor in the Department of Psy- MOUNTAINSIDE — Live it up like WESTFIELD - The next been named Commended Students Alex Ying, and Rebecca Zhang. chology at Kean University and is the Sinatra and the Rat Pack with an evening in the 2013 National Merit Scholar- According to a letter of congratu- meeting of the Westfield Board Chief of Psychology at St. Barnabas of black jack, craps, roulette and Texas of Education will be held Mon- ship Program. Commended students lations from the National Merit Schol- Union Catholic First Medical Center. She is actively en- hold’em on Saturday, November 17, placed among the top 2.3 percent of arship Corporation to Westfield High day, October 22, at 7:30 p.m. at gaged in research involving genetic from 7 to 11 p.m. at Pollard Hall, Our 302 Elm Street. Annual Pub Night more than 1.5-million students who School Principal Peter Renwick, disorders and their relationship to learn- Lady of Lourdes in Mountainside when entered the competition by taking the “Commended Students are being rec- Included on the agenda will SCOTCH PLAINS — On Friday, ing disabilities and ADHD. Pediatric the Mountainside Education Founda- be regular business of the board, Preliminary SAT/National Merit ognized for the exceptional promise November 9, Union Catholic will neurologists are licensed psychologists tion (MEF) hosts Casino Night. Scholarship Qualifying Test in criti- demonstrated by their outstanding as well as a discussion of the host its first Pub Night as part of the who have developed expertise in how The admission price of $50 per per- next steps the board will take in cal reading, mathematics and writing performance on the qualifying test 50th Anniversary Celebration. The son includes $50 in chips, wine and skills. used for program entry.” The Direc- addressing the necessary roof night will begin at 7 p.m. in the Union beer, soft drinks, hors d’ouevres and a replacements in the schools. The Commended Students from tor of Educational Services for the Catholic Cafeteria and will feature pasta station. Additional alcohol bever- Westfield High School include: Lilian National Merit Scholarship Corpora- The complete agenda will be the music of Celtic Cross. ages will be available for purchase. posted at Burtness, Robert Cassie, Kathryn tion, Michelle S. Robbins, concluded Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 Take advantage of a pre-event spe- Contini, Daniel Dougherty, Matthew with, “We have great respect for the www.westfieldnjk12.org/ at the door, and include beer, wine, Wenta Elected Student cial by donating an additional $100 and agenda by Friday, October 19. Gates, Tiffani Gregory, Edmund Han, important part that you and your pro- soft drinks, and light pub fare. There receive $1,250 in chips and a tricky tray Maura Heinbokel, Aditi Jain, fessional staff play in the develop- Board of education meetings will also be a special “100 Bottles of Senator at Susquehanna game board. This offer expires on are taped and shown on WHS- Alexandra Kapadia, Geoffrey Ko, ment of academically talented young Beer on the Wall” raffle. This is not a SELINSGROVE, Pa. — Aimee Monday, November 12. Alexander Laitamaki, Paul Lee, people, and it is a genuine pleasure TV36 and can also be viewed at night to miss! Guests must be 21+ Wenta of Westfield has been elected All major credit cards will be ac- www.westfieldnjk12.org/ Connor Moore, Michaela Nies, Scott for NMSC to join you in honoring and all are welcome to attend. freshman class senator of the Student cepted the night of the event. All net Pass, Elinor Reinhardt, Brett these able students.” video. Ticket order forms can be found on Government Association (SGA) by the proceeds will benefit the Mountainside the Union Catholic Events and Re- Susquehanna University student body. Education Foundation. unions page at She will hold the position for the 2012— For ticket information, visit the www.unioncatholic.org/alumni/ 13 academic year. website at St. B arth olom e w A cad emy SP-FHS reunions.php. Tickets can also be or- Aimee is a 2012 graduate of Westfield www.mountainsideeduationfoundation.org Class of 1977 dered online at the same website. High School. She is the daughter of or email the MEF at The Catholic Academy Make sure to come out for this great Marianne Fitzgerald and James Wenta. [email protected]. 35th Reunion event! that makes a difference in your child’s life. SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD - The Scotch Plains Fanwood High ‘Developing Strategic School, Class of 1977, will hold its 35th Reunion on Saturday, Novem- Readers’ Workshop ber 3, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Ocean SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD - Place Resort and Spa at One Ocean The Scotch Plains-Fanwood School Boulevard in Long Branch. District will present a workshop en- There will be an open bar, DJ and titled “Developing Strategic Read- food. Room blocks are available at a ers” for parents of all first graders on discounted rate by mentioning you Tuesday, October 23, from 7-8 p.m., are with the Scotch Plains-Fanwood at Evergreen Elementary School in Safe, Faith Filled Extended Care Middle States Reunion. Scotch Plains. Environment Programs Accredited To make a reservation for the re- This program will help parents union, send a check made payable to encourage their children to become Full day Pre-K Grades Fully Integrated enthusiastic readers. The District “Class of ‘77 Reunion” for $90 per – th person and mail to Billy Malone, 187 Reading Recovery and Literacy In- & Kindergarten Pre-K 8 Technology King Street, Fanwood, N.J. 07023. structors will present this program. Join the Facebook page “Scotch For further information, contact 2032 Westfield Avenue Plains-Fanwood Class of ‘77.” For Hope Swarts, Supervisor of Elemen- Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 additional information or questions, tary, State, and Federal Programs at 908.322.4265 contact [email protected]. (908) 889-8600 ext. 4303. www.stbacademy.org

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By DAVID B. CORBIN a very different Cougar team that lot. Unfortunately, they were a man Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times they had defeated earlier in the sea- down. They held it together. They Sophomore Mike Prozuk scored a son. The 7-7 Cougars have been on a still played well, but we came out on goal in the second half off junior very competitive roll, which included top this time,” Sheil said. Zach Sheil’s long throw-in to give the a 5-4, overtime loss to top-ranked “I thought we were evenly matched. second-seeded Westfield High School Scotch Plains-Fanwood on October We were coming in with a lot of boys soccer team a 1-0 victory over 4 and a 2-1 UCT victory over A.L. confidence. We felt we were going to Cranford in a very spirited Union Johnson on October 6. have opportunities in this game. Ac- County Tournament (UCT) The emphasis came not only with tually, opportunities on net for both quarterfinal game with emphasis at the improved play of both teams, but teams were very limited. They have Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on also with the addition of three yellow the long throw, which is very difficult October 13. cards and a red card that caused the to defend, especially with a few guys The 7-2-4 Blue Devils experienced Cougars to play with one man down with height. The match-ups caused in the second half. problems. That’s how they put one in Probitas Verus Honos “Cranford came out a lot better on us. Unfortunately, at that point than last time. They have improved a CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times WILD ACTION IN THE BOX…Blue Devil Rebecca Kraus, left, and Raider Christine Miklas, right, go after a corner kick at Kehler Stadium. The Blue Devils and the Raiders battled to a 0-0 tie on October 10. SEBOLAO RECORDS NINTH SHUTOUT, LOFTUS 8 SAVES Blue Devils & Raiders Battle To 0-0, OT Draw in Soccer

By DAVID B. CORBIN The 10-2-1 Raiders, who have backup maneuvers. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the top seed for the upcoming Union The 8-3-1 Blue Devils, who are Defense called the shots, or it could County Tournament (UCT), took seeded second for the UCT, took four be said, stopped the shots as the 10 shots on goal, and Blue Devil meaningful shots on goal and senior Westfield High School girls soccer sophomore goalkeeper Kiera Loftus Co-Captain/goalkeeper Taylor team and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood made eight saves to record her third Sebolao recorded her ninth shutout Raiders battled to a 0-0, two overtime shutout. Senior Co-Captains/de- of the season with four saves. tie in a regular-season game at Gary fenders Jess Kenny and Caroline Although no shots found the mark, Kehler Stadium in Westfield on Oc- Greenspan stopped the other two the showdown was not without seri- tober 10. Raider shots with some very alert CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times NUDGING FOR POSITION…Cougar defender Jake Waleski, No. 12, and Blue Devil center midfielder Henry Smith, No. 3, nudge each other for position near the Cranford goal area at Kehler Stadium on October 13. PROSUK, KELLY SCORE IN FIRST; LaCORTE, 14 SAVES Blue Devils & Raider Rivals

Grind Out to 1-1 OT Draw

By FRED LECOMTE post, had a couple of good opportuni- frustrating,” said Raider Head Coach Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ties; it’s good soccer,” said Westfield Tom Breznitsky. Once again, 100 minutes of vigor- Head Coach George Kapner. The Raiders seized the initiative ous activity produced a 1-1, two- The 10-1-2 Raiders had a big edge during the first half, sending well- overtime deadlock between the No. on shots on goal in regulation. Both placed balls into the box, but the Blue 1-ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood teams did, however, create scoring Devils realized that if they brought in . High School boys soccer team and opportunities in the overtime peri- their best effort, good things would the visiting Westfield Blue Devils ods. Blue Devil junior goalkeeper happen. It turned out that way 30 witnessed by hundreds of roaring fans Dan LaCorte finished with 14 saves, minutes in when Zack Sheil flicked on October 9. while Raider senior Vincenzo Bianco in a long ball from the sideline to Sophomore Michael Prosuk put the made five saves. Prosuk. As the ball defected off of a 5-2-4 Blue Devils on the scoreboard “It was our own goal, which they Raider defender, Prosuk headed the first with a goal. Five minutes later, got on a long throw. We probably had ball in back of the net. Raider Connor Kelly responded with some better opportunities in the first “I didn’t play my best game out the equalizing goal. half than we did in the second half, there but I can always rely on throw- “We played well, so Scotch Plains but the guys played tremendously. ing the ball far; it’s not that hard for may have had more of the posses- They do a great job from eighteen to me so I just threw it into Mikey sion, but we created just as many eighteen, but unfortunately we have (Prosuk), he’s tall so he just flicked it scoring opportunities. Their keeper not been able to get the goals. We had in,” said Sheil. made a great save, our keeper made a the opportunities but we have not “We’ve been going through this great save, we wrapped one off the been able to capitalize and finish. It’s CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times BROKERS VERY CLOSE ENCOUNTER…Blue Devil Henry Smith, right, has a difficult time getting to the ball as Raider Justin WELCOME Rodriques clings to him in Scotch Plains on October 10. Blue Devil Sean Tracey, No. 15, observes. HIRING A TOP AGENT ISN’T EXPENSIVE…IT’S PRICELESS!

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By BRUCE JOHNSON Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times

Former Westfield resident John of Fame on Friday, Oct. 26. Brewster, 1, so this time (surprising manager Wagner had a lot of success as the who played football and ran track, is a Davey Johnson, no doubt) he bunted. football coach at Roselle Park High member of the Bar in both New Jersey Not a squeeze, since Mike Morse didn’t School. He is now retired and living and Pennsylvania. move off third, but it got Ian Desmond down at the shore. THIS AND THAT to second, where he scored the win- But Wagner got the coaching bug Lexi Borr captured the Singles ning run on Tyler Moore’s two-out, again and that success has continued Tournament final with a 6-2, 6-1 win two-run single. this fall at ancient Point Pleasant over Rumson-Fair Haven’s Kate Later, in the Yankees-Orioles game, Beach. The Garnet Gulls are currently Fahey. That is after a 6-0, 6-2 win in Derek Jeter – he of the 3,000-plus 6-0 and have scored 269 points (45 per the semifinals. Borr became WHS’s career hits and a certain first-ballot game), while allowing 54. second state champion in girls tennis, Hall of Famer five years to the minute He is the father of former WHS the last being Kim Schmidt, who won after he hangs them up – came up in softball/hockey star Shannon Wagner in 1975 and ’76 (spring) before los- the ninth inning of a tie game with (’02). ing her only high school match in the runners on first and second and none @ After last Saturday’s 35-0 loss to semifinals as a senior in ’76 (fall). out. It’s what old-timers would call an a Franklin team that had lost three Borr’s mother, the former Marcy obvious bunt situation; to which, new- straight, WHS has given up 256 points Kessler, won a county title at second timers would say, “Swing away. It’s and scored 84. The 0-6 Blue Devils singles for WHS in 1982. Derek Jeter.” After two failed bunt have a bye this weekend, then end the The team of Liz Cusick and Julia attempts ran the count to 2-2, Jeter David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times again bunted with two strikes (shades DIVING FOR A GAIN…Raider running back Emendo Thomas, No. 9, dives over Cougar Kevin Trotter for extra yardage home season against 3-3 Bridgewater- Criscuolo made it to the Doubles as Raider Christian Lettieri, No. 51, looks on at Memorial Field in Cranford on October 12. See more photos on Raritan on the 27th. That will be fol- Tournament quarterfinals, where they of Norm Koury and Harry Shatel!!) www.goleader.com Ballyhoo Sports lowed by a Nov. 3 visit to Perry Tyson fell to Haddonfield 6-4, 6-3. and got it down to move the runners Field to face 4-2 Scotch Plains in a role @ Dan LaCorte, WHS’s senior up. The Yankees went on to score five GREEN, RICE 2 TDs; THOMAS, FOLINUSZ, DWYER TD reversal game. After an NJSIAA con- goalie, has been a big reason the soc- runs that inning, but it was all set up by solation game, the season will end on cer team has a 7-2-4 record after Jeter’s bunt. Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22, at Saturday’s 1-0 UCT win over PAX VOBISCUM Plainfield’s Hub Stine Field. Cranford. LaCorte has allowed just Back in August 1959, my mom was One game at a time, but don’t be too one goal (in a 1-1 tie with SPF) in the dragged from Fair Haven to Westfield, Cougar Gridders Hold Off shocked if the Devils finish 4-6; not last seven games. He is the son of Jim kicking and screaming. She didn’t want quite what we’ve come to expect from LaCorte, and the nephew of Pete to leave her dream house at 190 Lake a Jim DeSarno-coached team, but it LaCorte, two outstanding athletes at Avenue. And my dad didn’t want to would mean victories against Scotch Seton Hall University. commute 40 miles from Fair Haven to Raiders’ Comeback, 26-20 Plains and Plainfield, two absolute @ The field hockey team’s 1-0 loss his new job at the Elizabeth Journal. must-wins! to Cranford in the UCT dropped the This being the ’50s, you know who (Nightmares of that 1978 game re- Devils to 2-13 this century in the county won that argument. By DAVID B. CORBIN line. We were pushing them into the sprinted 21 yards for the score with turn every mid-October. That’s ever Now it’s October 2012, and I don’t Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tournament. The wins came in 2001 back. We were really hitting them 41.2 seconds left in the third quarter. since a really good WHS lost to a want to write the Devil’s Den any- Trailing 19-0 early in the fourth hard, and Reggie had nowhere to go. The two-point conversion run came and 2008, both times against Roselle really winless SPF 11-7. I couldn’t Park. The 1998 and ’99 teams both more. It takes place in the once-proud quarter, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Our linebackers were filling. It was a up short. walk into a 7-Eleven for months after- town of Westfield, and I’m 65 miles High School football team caught team effort. There were 11 of us and lost in the county finals. The last county The Raiders’ next possession halted ward! You don’t think it was big, this championship was in 1980, a co-title away in my own dream house in fire, but the Cranford Cougars had 11 of them. We might have lost, but abruptly when Cougar defensive back is from the 1979 Culmen, the SPF Langhorne, Pa. I don’t want to com- just enough retardant to hold onto a we kept going,” Raider defensive line- with Roselle Park. John Oblachinski made the first of yearbook: “The ‘Southside Kids’ did HALL OF FAME mute anymore. And I’d have to com- 26-20 victory in a game that went man Anthony Tufaro said. his two interceptions, and with the it. Although their record was 2-6-1, mute to be even remotely on top of down to the final play before being Tickets are available for the 10th of Green completed three of four pass ball on the Raider 39, it took only one of these victories counts more the Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame things to write something like the decided at Memorial Field in attempts, all to Chris Folinusz for a four plays for the Cougars to up their than a perfect season. It took a long induction dinner on Monday, Nov. 19, Devil’s Den. Cranford on October 12. total of 91 yards, including a 35-yard lead to 19-0 when Green slipped in time coming, but we finally made it. at the Westwood. Contact athletic di- Something had to give and this will Running backs, sophomore TD strike over the middle. Running from the one with 10:28 left of the WE BEAT WESTFIELD!! It was the rector Sandy Mamary (789-4512) or be the final Devil’s Den. It started on Emendo Thomas and senior Dein back Jimmy Dwyer carried 14 times game. first time in 19 years.” Bill Jordan (232-6463). Tickets are November 4, 2004, so it’s just two Rice, provided the spark that ignited for 34 yards, including a one-yard In slightly over a minute, the Raid- (That followed a headline, HOW $50. weeks of eight years since the first the 4-2 Raiders’ late comeback. Tho- TD plunge with 49 seconds remain- ers marched 66 yards on four plays SWEET IT IS under a cartoon with a Being inducted this year are: one; somewhere between 200 and 300 mas carried 10 times in the second ing in the first half. for the score, which included Tho- ‘We dumped the Big W’ caption. The Ray Bailey (’60), basketball, base- of them were written. I thank the half for 115 yards, which included a With the exception of the Cougars’ mas’ 39-yard run and Rice’s two- Scotch Plains Lions Club even put up ball. Corbin brothers for putting up with 31-yard touchdown (TD) run and a a “Raider 11, Westfield 7” on their Terry Bentley (’58), football, swim- me and my, shall we say, blue-tinted final drive, the first half was con- yard TD run. However, the Cougars ming, tennis. 39-yard sprint. He finished with 120 trolled by both defenses. Folinusz responded with emphasis, covering sign downtown. Note: nobody ever Paul Byrne (’69), football, track. views, and also the many Faithful yards rushing. Rice totaled 92 yards delivered a pair of quarterback sacks 68 yards on six plays, including said SPF fans were good at spelling.) Greg Chlan (’65), baseball. Readers and even the not-so-faithful on 17 carries, including a two-yard and linebacker Nick Diaz added one. Folinusz’s 39-yard reception and @ Senior quarterback Christian Gordon Clark (’70), swimming. readers. The Devil’s Den was great TD, but also he turned a reception Cougar defensive back Joe DaSilva Green’s 35-yard TD sprint to make Menares-Brown’s 14 pass completions Mike Drury (’87), soccer, tennis. fun for a long time, but the more I Jim Kovacs (’62), football, track. thought about it, the more I no longer into a 51-yard TD. had an interception. Raider linebacker the score, 26-7, with 5:24 remaining. in the 35-23 loss to Union ties him Kim Kumpf (’90), soccer, basket- “I just didn’t want to go down. I Kevin Maxwell blocked a punt, and After Corey Bell’s 31-yard recep- with Dan Kerr (2009 vs. Plainfield) ball, softball. was satisfied being Westfield’s ver- knew that my team needed me, so I Thomas had a two-yard sack. tion, Thomas shed several would be for fourth most completions in a game. Roger Love (’57), honorary. sion of Mr. Memory Lane, Joe had to step up and make plays. I have The 5-1 Cougars’ scoring drive tacklers and dashed 31 yards for the The record of 19 was set by “Broad Noreen Morris (’83), soccer, basket- Franklin – i.e., the King of Nostalgia. Street” Joe Monninger in 1970 against ball, track. I didn’t want to be a cranky old man too much fight in me. When my coach began at midfield and consisted of TD to make the score, 26-13, with Dan Nichols (’61), swimming. called my number, I knew I had to nine running plays that ended with 4:31 left. Plainfield. The No. 2 and 3 perfor- Steve Schramm (’76), diving. writing about the “good ol’ days” any- step up, and I knew that the big guys Dwyer’s one-yard bash into the end The Raiders tried an onside kick mances are Nate Mitchell’s 17 comple- Henry Stevens (’17), basketball, more. I’d rather be a cranky old man in front of me were going to get me tions vs. Immaculata in 2011 and Tony baseball. feeding peanuts to the pigeons in the zone with 49.2 seconds left in the and succeeded when Danny Van Aimee Stout (’92), cross country, there,” Thomas said. half. Raider defensive lineman James Brunt recovered it on the Cranford DiIorio’s 15 against Newark East Side park. gymnastics, swimming, track. Everybody has his time, and then Cougar quarterback Reggie Green Kaiser blocked the extra point at- 46. Oblachinski recorded his second in 2008. Shaun Cherewich, lacrosse coach. rushed for 214 yards on 26 carries tempt. @ The sons of a couple of former 1961 football team. it’s somebody else’s time. In the 1950 interception, but the Cougars went classic movie “Sunset Boulevard,” and had respective TD runs of 21 The Raiders began a drive to start three-and-out and punted to the WHS players are making big names 1978 boys tennis team. for themselves as quarterbacks down BASEBALL William Holden recognizes former yards and one yard in the second half, the third quarter that ended in a failed CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 but he was limited to just 61 yards in 26-yard field goal attempt. The Cou- south. Watching a major league game on silent screen superstar Norma the first half by the huge Raider line. Bo Baldwin is a 6-foot-5, 230-pound television, or in person, is not what I Desmond (Gloria Swanson) and says, gars answered with an 80-yard, eight- Probitas Verus Honos “Hey, I recognize you. You’re Norma “Our line was taking care of their play scoring drive when Green junior at South Aiken High School in would ever recommend to anyone who Aiken, S.C. He is the son of Kent wants to learn the right way, i.e., the Desmond. You used to be big,” Baldwin (WHS, ’79), an all-state end old school way, to play baseball. (Was Desmond’s classic response: “I’m still Jocelyne Holden, Sales Associate during his playing days. it a coincidence that Gary Kehler used big. It’s the pictures that got small.” Will Brewster is a 6-foot, 175-pound to show the previous day’s game films (And to the late WHS teacher/tennis 908-233-2694, Direct junior at Mountain Brook High School, to his WHS football teams on Sun- coach Sam Bunting: How’d you like outside Birmingham, the No. 6 team days, so they wouldn’t get into bad that use of ‘pax vobiscum’? See, your NJAR Circle of Excellence 2001, 2004-2008, 2011 in Alabama. The slick lefty is the son habits watching the NFL players?) “rara avis” actually did learn some- of Roger Brewster (WHS ’83), who But on Sunday, Oct. 7, two of the thing in your Latin class.) [email protected] quarterbacked Gary Kehler’s final biggest plays of the 2012 playoffs were team. Will is completing 73 percent of a couple of outs that went a grand total The Leader and The Times will Public Open House Sunday, October 21st 1:00 - 4:00pm his passes (though it’s 100 percent on of about 15 feet. surely miss Bruce Johnson’s the videos that Roger sends me.) First, Washington’s Danny Espinoza eight years of Devils Dens @ And speaking of the Brewster was up in the eighth inning with run- Good Luck Bruce! family, Brad Brewster (’70) will be ners at the corners. He had struck out Dave Corbin (Asst. Publisher) inducted into the Ursinus College Hall three times, and his team was down 2-

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By DAVID B. CORBIN 3:40 remaining in the third quarter. third quarter. Running back Tyler Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Blue Devil quarterback Christian Gray accounted for two touchdowns, Nothing clicked for the Westfield Menares-Brown completed seven of which included a one-yard run and a High School football team that 15 pass attempts in the first half for 74 20-yard interception. Quarterback showed a lot of promise in its previ- yards, including a pair of intercep- I’zjaier Sanders had a 43-yard touch- ous game against Union when it tions. He had a 28-yard completion down run. hosted the Franklin Warriors at Gary and another interception in the sec- The Blue Devils’ best defensive Kehler Stadium in Westfield on Oc- ond half, and backup quarterback effort came midway through the first tober 13. Chris Hogge was intercepted toward quarter. Franklin had marched from The 3-3 Warriors capitalized on a the end of the game. its own 28-yard line to the Westfield blocked punt that they recovered in Junior split end Dylan Elliott had one-foot line and facing a third down, the end zone, a solid running game, a three receptions for 33 yards. Sopho- lineman Joe Scaglione stopped Lee defensive line that stopped Westfield’s more flanker Sean Elliott had two in his tracks. Lee escaped and ran running game in its tracks and four receptions for 48 yards. Tom Ander- backwards in order to hook into the interceptions, one returned for a son had an eight-yard reception, and end zone but was smothered at the touchdown, to shut out the 0-6 Blue tight end Dave Kane had a nine-yard eight. A short pass gave Westfield Devils, 35-0. reception. Running back Shakiyl possession on the five. The Blue Devils were limited to Glasco, who carried 18 times for 46 Unfortunately for the Blue Devils, just 38 rushing yards in the first half yards, had a four-yard reception. their drive went nowhere and they 420 ROANOKE AVENUE,WESTFIELD on 16 carries and did even worse in Franklin running back Eddie Lee were forced to punt from their end the second half with only two yards accounted for 159 of the Warriors’ zone. The punt was blocked and War- Offered for $1,899,000 on seven carries due mainly to the 35- 253 rushing yards, which included a rior Michale Fagg-Daves recovered This elegantly appointed, luxury residence is set on nearly a half acre of manicured, professionally landscaped point mercy rule, which began with 38-yard touchdown sprint late in the CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 property. Expert craftsmanship and uncompromising attention to detail are evident in this exquisite home combining formal living areas and casual space to accommodate today’s lifestyles. An impressive two-story foyer and Living Room, sweeping staircase and grand proportioned rooms complemented by gleaming hardwood floors and custom architectural details are just a few of the captivating features offered in this fine home.

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(Leader) South side (Leader/Times) Blue Devils & Raiders Grind to 1-1 OT Tie CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 one play a lot and it finally turned out. counter attacks. Actually, I thought we “Westfield really was not that much We never before had one lucky header buried one at one point, but my kids of an offensive threat besides free going into the back of the net,” added gave their heart and soul, there physi- kicks, throw-ins and long balls. They Prosuk. cally is nothing left in their bodies; did get a couple of counters, which The Raiders tied the score five min- that’s all you can ever ask of them,” we managed to stop, but besides that, utes later when Michael Walsh di- Coach Kapner said. it comes down to not finishing our rected a corner shot to Andrew “It was a battle royale. Shots came chances. It really was a game we Leischner, who crossed the ball to in left and right. Fortunately my de- should have won. The biggest chal- Kelly just outside of the box. Kelly fense and I were able to stop them lenge today was to be patient. After pivoted and blistered a laser into the except on that one play, but that’s the they scored, we wanted to rush, rush, left side of the cage. one thing about soccer. Anything can rush, score again and tie it up, which “They fought hard, especially with happen on any given time. The big- we did but pushing too much, we the big rivalry that it is. The first gest thing to deal with today was the should have been a little more patient game, they caught us by surprise. fact that they were trying to flick the when we play if nothing else. That’s This game, I thought we played a lot ball off of their heads onto the goal, something we still need to work on,” better, but what it came down to is not knowing their body positions and said Bianco. that we did not create and finish good where the ball is actually going to “Like the first game, Scotch Plains chances to win the game when we be,” said Blue Devil keeper LaCorte. had more of the possession, but our had them,” said Leischner. Both teams took a shot on goal in defense is playing phenomenally well. If the game were judged by ball the first overtime. LaCorte made his Chris Carson, one of my assistants, possession during the second half, best save of the game, smothering a referred to them as scrappy and it’s the Raiders would have won hands shot from the right side. Westfield true, they do whatever it takes. Danny down, however goals must be put on pressed the attack in the second over- LaCorte once again came up big in the board. time and nearly scored with two min- goal. We have yet to give up more “We had a bunch of opportunities utes remaining when Henry Smith than one goal to any team in Union David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the first half in both games. They domi- almost found himself to be a hero County,” Coach Kapner said. INTENSE RIVALRY…Blue Devil Brianna O’Brien, No. 14, and Raider Tori Baliatico, No. 20, go after a loose ball while nated the beginning of the second half, when his 20-yard shot bounced off Westfield 1000 1 Raider Kathryn Cunningham, No. 10, positions herself. The Blue Devils and Raiders battled to a 0-0 tie. and we were able to get some quality the crossbar. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 1000 1 Lady Devils & Raiders Battle to 0-0 Draw CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 ous competitiveness. The Raiders had vulnerable. But Kenny alertly lined shot. With two minutes remain- opportunities with four or their seven dropped back and blocked ing, Raider senior midfielder Julie corner kicks in regulation, but the Salituro’s shot. Glover ripped a free kick from 40- Blue Devils’ defense prevented any With three minutes left in regula- yards out and Loftus made the save. really dangerous shots and Loftus tion, a similar situation occurred The wickedest shot of the game made three saves. again, but this time Greenspan came three minutes into the first over- Greenspan showed her personal dropped back and blocked the shot. time period when Cannone scam- toughness in the first half when she “We practice a lot, if the goalie pered down the left center of the field took a pointblank soccer ball shot to goes out, we go back. In those situa- and launched a shot from 20-yards the face but shook it off like a veteran. tions, Kiera, our goalie, went out a out that ricocheted of the left corner “For me this is kind of new, be- little too far, so we just covered the of the crossbar. cause I moved to the back. I think, goal and made sure nothing would go “It was a typical Scotch Plains Jess [Kenny] and I connected very in,” Greenspan said. Westfield game. Westfield played well in balancing the middle and get- “They made those saves. We had great. I was proud of the way my ting our outsides to come in and cut our opportunities. Credit to the girls played. We had some opportu- off all the seams that they from Christy Westfield kids. Their defense was nities. We didn’t cash in,” Coach [Monroy] were coming through. We awesome. They played tough. Both Ewing said. were just able to clear the ball with sides played tough,” Raider Head “For us coming back and tying this our heads and everything,” Greenspan Coach Kevin Ewing said. and not letting any goals in, was amaz- said. Blue Devil Alexandra Tinfow was ing. We had trouble this entire season The action stepped up even more awarded a free kick from 35-yards of starting fast. We did a really good in the second half and early on, out, and with 12 minutes left in the job of holding them off and getting Raider center midfielder Christy second half, Sebolao grabbed her up the field and doing a good job of Monroy and forwards Leah Salituro moving the ball to the outside,” and Annie Cannone penetrated the Greenspan said. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Blue Devils’ box, forcing Loftus to Probitas Verus Honos Sc. Pl.-Fnwd 0 0 0 0 0 WHITEOUT IN SCOTCH PLAINS…The Raider fans dress in white during the showdown between the Raider boys and charge forward, leaving the goal Westfield 0 0 0 0 0 the Blue Devils in Scotch Plains.

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The home also has 2nd floor Master Bedroom w/bath, 4 additional Bedrooms & 2 full (2011), dramatic Great Room with fireplace, 1st floor Master Suite, plenty of storage with 2 walk in closets, a large two car garage, and an baths, 1st floor laundry/pantry, ground level FR /game room w/fireplace, grand Formal Dining Room, 50 foot deck and 3 car garage. Moments attic with walk in access! Conveniently located close to schools, parks, summer kitchen/au pair suite w/private entrance, Central Air. $955,000. to top rated schools, shops, transportation and recreation. $749,000. and recreation. Also close to downtown. $587,500. Westfield Office 185 Elm St • 908-654-7777 www.weichert.com A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 18, 2012 Page 15 Franklin Shuts Out Blue Devil Footballers CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 it for the touchdown with 3:03 left in the score, 21-0. the Westfield 47. From there, it took the quarter. The Warriors began the second half just four plays when Lee galloped 38 Early in the second quarter, the with an 11-play, 58-yard scoring yards for the touchdown to start the Warriors concluded a five-play, 73- drive, which ended with Gray’s one- mercy rule clock ticking. yard drive when Sanders slit through yard touchdown run with 7:31 on the Lee added an interception at midfield the Westfield line for his 43-yard touch- clock, upping the score to 28-0. in the fourth quarter, and Blue Devil down run. The point after failed. With Westfield fumbled the ensuing Ron Posyton made an interception a 3:40 left in the half, Gray read Menares- kickoff at the Blue Devil 16 and few minutes before the game ended. Brown’s eyes and intercepted his pass Franklin took over, but Glasco inter- The Blue Devils have a bye week at the Westfield 20 and carried it into rupted the drive with an interception to prepare for their game with the end zone. Sherrod Middleton ran at the 20. The Blue Devils’ drive Bridgewater-Raritan at Kehler Sta- in the two-point conversion to make sputtered and Franklin took over at dium on October 27 at 1 p.m. “Turnovers and big plays did us in again. Losing Evan Williams [outside linebacker] after the goal line stand early in the game really hurts us. We had to shuffle our defense and special teams, and we just can’t afford to lose a starter right now. With a bye week coming up it will give us a chance to get healthy and give some of the younger players a chance to compete for some playing time,” Blue Devil Head Coach Jim DeSarno said. Franklin 7 14 14 0 35 Westfield 0 0 0 0 0 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ANOTHER ATTACK IN COUGAR TERRITORY…Blue Devil Sam Eliades, No. 4, pushes in from the right side as Cougar PUBLIC NOTICE Jake Waleski tries to cut his angle. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Ordinances were finally adopted by the Township Council of the Blue Devils Burn Cougars in UCT Soccer Township of Scotch Plains, County of David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Union, New Jersey, on the 14th of August CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 TRYING TO STRIP THE BALL…Blue Devil Dylan Elliott, No. 10, tries to knock 2012. the ball loose from the Franklin receiver as Holden Ehrhart, No. 3, comes to assist. ORDINANCE NO. 2012-13 when we were down a goal, and we go 11 to the Cougars’ three, but Sheil explained. down a man, it makes it awfully diffi- Westfield’s defense was primarily The Blue Devils hope to win their ORDINANCE AMENDS CHAP- TER VII OF THE TOWNSHIP cult to climb back into the game,” Cou- responsible for keeping Cranford’s semifinal game so they can face the CODE ENTITLED, “TRAFFIC” gar Head Coach Greg Campbell said. dangerous shots at a low count. Blue defending champion Raiders for the Cougars Hold Off Raiders, 26-20 BY REDUCING THE SPEED “Zach has a pretty dangerous throw. Devil goalkeeper Dan LaCorte made UCT title. The two rivals met twice LIMIT ALONG PORTIONS OF CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 We’ve scored a lot of goals off that three saves, while Cougar keeper Zach this season and both games ended up MARTINE AVENUE. like we did today. Mike scored a nice Hoffman made nine. in a 1-1, overtime deadlock. Raider 49. Quarterback Owen The Cougars will have a situation ORDINANCE NO. 2012-14 goal off that throw. It’s been working “The defense was really solid. We “Scotch Plains is a great team. We Monahan connected with Rice for this Friday, October 19, when they ORDINANCE AMENDS CHAP- a lot, because we have a couple of tall went up 1-0. Clearly, we got the shut- respect them so much. Both times the the 51-yard TD to tighten the score, host 18th-ranked, 6-0 Ridge at 7 p.m. TER VII OF THE TOWNSHIP bodies in there, so that throw is really out. They [defense] have been keep- games were really similar. It’s been 26-20, with 2:52 left. “It’s a big challenge for us. No one CODE ENTITLED, “TRAFFIC” effective, and we are allowed to get a ing us in a lot of tough games. Hope- 1-1 both times. We scored the first expects us to win the game. We are BY REDUCING THE SPEED A second onside kick failed when LIMIT ALONG PORTIONS OF lot of opportunities,” Blue Devil co- fully, we can score more goals to goal each time. They scored, and Folinusz smothered the ball, but some going to work hard to really do our RARITAN ROAD. captain Henry Smith said. make it easier for them,” Smith said. we’ve just been going back-and-forth. thing next week, and hopefully, we penalties and a bad snap gave the ORDINANCE NO. 2012-15 Even though he is not one of the tall The decisive play came with 24:00 They may have had the better of pos- Raiders possession at the Cougar 48 will come out with a win,” Green men, Smith managed to get his head remaining when Sheil’s long throw- session, but I think we had a lot of said. ORDINANCE AMENDS CHAP- with 16.3 seconds remaining. Thomas TER VII OF THE TOWNSHIP on the ball several times as a result of in from the left sideline found Prozuk, chances. Overtime, I hit the crossbar added a 10-yard run and a two-yard Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 6 6 14 26 CODE ENTITLED, “TRAFFIC” Sheils’ long throw-ins. who headed the ball into the net. that second game. The first game, we run to put the ball on the 36 with time Cranford 0 0 0 20 20 BY ADDING COOPER ROAD “It’s easier, because they [Cranford] “I just have to throw it in long and had a chance in overtime, so it’s just left for just one more play. Thomas got TO THE TOWNSHIP’S PUBLIC NOTICE ALPHABETICAL LIST OF are always attracted to the tall people, the kids who are 6’5” tall have to about finishing those opportunities. the ball again and scrambled all over MID-BLOCK CROSSWALKS. so I’m in there sometimes to get my knock it in. I just got to throw it in. Hopefully, we will see them in the the field but was eventually brought TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT BOZENA LACINA, RMC head on it,” Smith explained. They do all the work. They are hun- county final,” Smith said. down near the 25 as time ran out. MUNICIPAL CLERK The Blue Devils took the lion’s gry for the ball. They just got to get a “We knew they were not going to NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Cranford 0 0 0 Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town- 1 T - 10/18/12, The Times Fee: $30.60 share of the shots at and on goal with touch from that close and they go in,” Westfield 0 1 1 back down from us. I saw last week, ship of Scotch Plains will hold a public they were down 13-0 in the fourth hearing on November 1, 2012, at 7:30 quarter and came back to win. But it pm, Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Sales Associate really came down to we made too Scotch Plains, First Floor, Council Cham- Hye-Young Choi, many mistakes, too many penalties bers to hear the following appeals: 908-301-2015, Direct on offense, jumping offside. The game George Ibrahim, for a Variance to install a 7 feet by 7 feet storage shed at 2357 should not have come down to this, Westfield Avenue, Block 3501, Lot 14.02 #1 REALTOR, Total Production - 11 Years! but kudos to them for fighting back. contrary to the following section of the NJAR® Circle of Excellence Platinum - 2002-2009 Zoning Ordinance: We got to play better in these situa- NJAR® Circle of Excellence Gold - 1987-2001. 2009-2011. RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE tions,” Green said. Section 23-2.3h-Regulations Applicable To All Zones: Detached secondary build- “Emendo and Dein had a very good ings shall not be placed in any front yard game. The linemen, all five of us area…. were pushing ourselves, and the tight Proposed: Shed to be placed in front left ends and running backs were keeping corner of property their guys out and gave us holes for Elaine Manfredonia, for a Variance to Emendo and Dein to make plays,” install a six foot high fence along the side of the property at 2346 Promenade, Block Tufaro said. 8101, Lot 2, R-3 Zone contrary to the “I was trying to get into the end following section of the Zoning Ordinance: zone for whatever it took. My receiv- Section 23-2.3(o)-Fences. Maximum ers and my linemen did a good job of Allowed: 4 feet in front yard. Proposed: 6 getting their blocks. I am proud of my feet in front yard. team. We didn’t let the first half get us Tara & Luke Bozetarnik, for a Variance to retain a six-foot high fence in what is down, and we came back even stron- known as the front yard at property located ger,” Thomas said. at 2108 Coles Avenue, Block 2604, Lot 14, “We started off a little slowly and R-3A Zone contrary to the following sec- we dug ourselves in a hole. Then the tion of the Zoning Ordinance: Section 23-2.3(o)-Regulations Appli- whole rest of the game, we were cable to All Zones – Fences. Allowed: 4 getting ourselves out of it. We were feet in the front yard. Proposed: 6 feet in making their team make mistakes. the front yard. We made a few. We couldn’t capital- All interested persons may be present ize when we were inside the red zone, and be heard. but we are really emotional right now, The files pertaining to these applications are in the Office of the Zoning Board of and we are going to come back next Adjustment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, week stronger,” Tufaro said. Scotch Plains and is available for public “It’s good to have these situations. inspection during regular office hours. In the future, it will help us to win Barbara Horev, Secretary Westfield. Exceptional, classic, young colonial w/quality updates, handsome detail, well-appointed rooms with warm ambiance. Enjoy gracious spaces for entertaining and versatile Zoning Board of Adjustment lifestyle. 8 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ bath home. Updated gourmet kitchen with Pompeii granite, Thassos mosaic tile, new French door refrigerator and new dishwasher, filtered water and more games,” Green said. 1 T - 10/18/12, The Times Fee: $42.33 sliders to deck and private yard, Updated baths w/Restoration Hardware vanities, second floor laundry w/new washer/dryer. Foyer opens to gracious living room and dining room, spacious family room with fireplace, conveniently located mud room and powder room. Master suite with walk-in closet and luxury bath. CAC, 2 car garage, newly designed landscaping with night lights on timers, 8 zone sprinkler system. Close to school in beautiful Wychwood location. $1,150,000. Relocation Co. Bonus: 1% of selling price for the buyers closing costs. COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE Westfield Office • 209 Central Avenue • 908-233-5555 x 169

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©2012 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT LLC. Page 16 Thursday, October 18, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION No. 3 Millburn Girls Defeat Westfield in Section Finals No. 3 ranked Millburn defeated But the Millers took the other three the No. 8 ranked Westfield High matches to earn the win. At second School girls tennis team, 3-2, in the singles, Lauren Cohen defeated North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 Caroline King, 6-1, 6-0. At third championship match at the singles, Jia-Ling Tuan defeated Mountainside Indoor Tennis Center Rebecca Sisto, 6-3, 6-1, and at sec- on October 15. ond doubles, Rebecca Mandel and Blue Devil senior Lexi Borr, who Sandy Xie defeated Marina has not lost a set all season, continued Kovalenko and Connie Wu, 6-4, 6-1. her undefeated season by defeating In previous years, the Millburn Jane Bary, 6-0, 6-0. At first doubles, Millers competed at the Group 3 level Elizabeth Cusick and Julia Criscuolo but jumped to Group 4 this year. As outlasted the state top ranked Millburn the top seed, Lexi Borr played in the team of Patricia Chau and Stephanie NJSIAA state tournament singles fi- Chen Schmidt, 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 in a very nals and won at Mercer County Park BLUE DEVIL JUNIOR GYMNASTS…Pictured, left to right, are: Christana well played, tightly contested match. on October 17. (See Devils Den) Psyhojos, Morgan McAlister, Abby Cook, Lyndsay Lee and Anna Centrella. Westfield ‘Y’ Devilfish Host E. Brunswick Bears Edge Courtesy of Marlene Iacoponi for The Westfield Leader and The Times EVADING THE TACKLE…Westfield PAL C football team player Michael Blue Devils in Gymnastics Annual Devilfish Classic Fucillo, No 23, evades the tackle, as the C Team loses to Richmond Boro, 19-0 The Westfield Area “Y” Devilfish 15+ Boys: Will Beckett (50-free – The Westfield High School gym- Rizkalla was the only Blue Devil to swim team hosted the 17th Annual meet record), Matt Daniel (100-free), WF PAL C Grid Kids Fall nastics team achieved its highest team achieve an All-Around score with a Devilfish Classic Invitational Swim Stephen Husch (100-breast, 200IM – score in over three years, but it was 35.475. Bears Kowalik (36.8) and Meet (DFC) at the Wallace Pool on meet record, 100-fly – meet record), not enough in a 110.575-109.95 loss Nicole Razzano (36.15) also achieved October 14. Meet Director Peggy Oster Jack Rose (100-back), Kevin Clauss To Richmond Boro, 19-0 to the hosting East Brunswick Bears All-Around scores. praised the Devilfish coaches and the (200-breast – meet record), Sean on October 11. ALL-AROUND: DFC committee chairpeople for all Beattie (200-free). The Westfield PAL C football team 13-0. Westfield defensive back Sean This was the highest scoring dual Westfield: 1. Jenna Rizkalla – 35.475 their organization and hard work. fell to the undefeated Richmond Boro Boley intercepted a pass on Rich- East Brunswick: 1. Natalie Kowalik For more information regarding meet in the state this season. The – 35.675 2. Nicole Razzano – 36.15 The DFC not only provides the the Westfield Area Y Devilfish swim (Staten Island, NY) Plainsmen, 19-0, mond Boro’s next possession, but defeat dropped Westfield’s record to VAULT: Devilfish and visiting teams with an team contact Brian Guidera, Head at Gary Kehler Stadium on October Westfield was unable to capitalize as 8-1. The Blue Devils entered the meet Westfield: 1T. Cook – 9.2 (tie 1st) opportunity to compete early in the Coach and Director of Competitive 14. Despite a take away in each half, the quarter ended. Richmond Boro ranked fourth in the state and the 1T. Rizkalla – 9.2 (tie 1st) 3. Goldring – short course swim season, but also the Blue Devil defense was unable to added a fourth-quarter touchdown, 8.95 (6th) Aquatics, (908) 233.2700 x263 or Bears were ranked fifth. East Brunswick: 1. Kowalik – 9.2 serves as the team’s biggest [email protected]. stop the first place Plainsmen. making the final score 19-0. East Brunswick gymnasts took top (tie 1st) 2T. Razzano – 9.1 (tie 4th) 2T. fundraising effort. Proceeds from the On their first possession, Rich- Andrew Caminiti, Tommy Norris, scores in uneven bars and floor exer- Kylie Feldman – 9.1 (tie 4th) meet are used to support team ex- mond Boro drove the ball deep to Michael Fucillo and Emmett Smith cise, while junior Abby Cook tied UNEVEN BARS: penses all season long. Probitas Verus Honos the Westfield three-yard line when contributed nice gains on the ground Westfield: 1. Cook – 9.375 (3rd) 2. with sophomore Jenna Rizkalla and Rizkalla – 8.925 (5th) 3. Mae Devin – Devilfish swimmers achieved nu- linebacker Charlie Riley broke for the Westfield offense. Nicky Natalie Kowalik of the Bears on vault. 8.725 (Sophomore – tie 6th) merous personal-best times and set PUBLIC NOTICE through the line and knocked the Murray, James Hancock, Luke Cook took the top score on the bal- East Brunswick: 1. Kowalik – 9.55 nine meet records. ball loose. Defensive end Noah Levy Bigosinski, Ethan Wolf and Jake ance beam with a 9.75, tying her for (1st) 2. Diya Uthappa – 9.4 (2nd) 3. First Place Finishes: TOWN OF WESTFIELD pounced on the fumble to end the Saltzer contributed on defense. Razzano – 9.075 (4th) INVITATION TO RE-BID the highest score in the state on that BALANCE BEAM: 8U Girls: Rebecca Montero (50- drive and the first quarter. Richmond The 4-2 C Team looks to rebound event. Westfield: 1. Cook – 9.75 (1st) 2. free, 25-back), Alyssa Hitzel (100IM). SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- Boro, however, scored a second- when they travel to Belleville on Going into the final event, the floor Fasano – 9.1 (2nd) 3. Goldring – 8.725 8U Boys: TJ Walsh (25-free), Roan CEIVED BY THE TOWN CLERK OF THE quarter touchdown to make the half- October 21 with kickoff at noon. exercise, the Blue Devils trailed by (6th) Baker(50-free, 25-breast), Aidan TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY, time score, 6-0. East Brunswick: 1T. Diya Uthappa – ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2012 AT PUBLIC NOTICE only .2 of a point. Rizkalla (9.5), 8.95 (tie 3rd) 1T. Razzano – 8.95 (tie 3rd) Trenery (25-back, 25-fly, 100IM). 10:00 A.M. PREVAILING TIME AT THE Richmond Boro scored on the first freshman Carlie Fasano (9.3) and 3. Cait Selva – 8.825 (5th) 9-10 Girls: Julia McGann (50-free, MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST play from scrimmage to start the sec- TOWN OF WESTFIELD sophomore Hannah Goldring (9.2) FLOOR EXERCISE: 100IM). BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW ond half on a 65-yard run making it BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Westfield: 1. Rizkalla – 9.5 (2nd) 2. JERSEY FOR THE RENTAL OF EQUIP- Notice is hereby given that Westfield combined for a score of 28.0, but the 9-10 Boys: Andrew Kapadia (100- MENT USED IN THE COLLECTION OF East Brunswick top-three gymnasts Fasano – 9.3 (5th) 3. Goldring – 9.2 (6th) back). PUBLIC NOTICE Board of Adjustment adopted resolutions East Brunswick: 1. Uthappa – 9.6 LEAVES FROM THE STREETS, WALK- at its meeting on October 10, 2012 for the STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA responded with a total score of 28.425 (1st) 2. Cait Selva – 9.425 (3rd) 3. Kowalik 11-12 Girls: Muriel Maloney (100- WAYS, AND PARKING LOTS IN THE following applications decided at its meet- COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND to lock up the victory. – 9.4 (4th) back, 100IM – meet record), Emma TOWN OF WESTFIELD. ing on September 10, 2012. THE EQUIPMENT TO BE RENTED ON NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS Conlon (50-fly). AN HOURLY BASIS WITHOUT OPERA- Gary & Allison Rudow, 304 Dudley BY PUBLICATION 11-12 Boys: Eric Bebel (50-free – TOR IS A 3 CUBIC YARD CAPACITY Avenue, East. Applicant sought an exten- IN THE GENERAL COURT Ed Zazzali to Be Honored STREET SWEEPER. sion of variance approval memorialized meet record, 100-free), Matthew OF JUSTICE PROPOSALS MUST BE IN WRITING July 28, 2011 to construct a screened Barmakian (50-back), Rory DISTRICT COURT DIVISION AT THE PLACE AND BEFORE THE HOUR porch at the main living level of the resi- McGovern (100-back), Ryan Bebel FILE NO: 12 CVD 7602 At Mayors Charity Gala MENTIONED ABOVE, AND MUST BE dence (which is one level above grade) (50-breast, 50-fly, 100IM). ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFIED LENARD LAVON SHEPHERD, and to construct exterior stairs to grade SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch ation Facilities. 13-14 Girls: Gwyn Devin (100- CHECK, OR BID BOND, MADE PAYABLE PLAINTIFF; VS. NASIRAH level and a roofed “link” between the resi- breast, 100-fly), Caroline Basil TO THE TREASURER OF THE TOWN OF MITCHELL, DEFENDANT dence and the existing garage contrary to Plains Recreation Commission had This year Tickets are $75 per per- WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO Section 12.04G, 11.04 E6, 11.04E7, TO: NASIRAH MITCHELL selected Ed Zazzali as the Male Vol- son. Interested individuals can click (200IM – meet record), Jamie Tho- HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) TO IN- 11.04E8 and 11.04E12 to allow an all unteer of the Year. He will be honored on the following link to register. mas (200-breast). SURE EXECUTION OF THE CONTRACT. TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking improvement coverage of 8,697 square at the Mayors Charity Gala on No- register.communitypass.net/ 13-14 Boys: Ryan Daniel (50- BIDDERS MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE relief against you has been filed in the feet where 8,000 square feet is allowed; to free,100-free, 200-free), Jesse Liu WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER above entitled action; the nature being allow a 12.9 feet side yard setback where vember 30 at Shackamaxon Country scotchplains If registering online, one 127 PL 1975, SUPPLEMENT TO THE sought is for an absolute divorce. 15 feet is required; to allow a rear yard Club. would need to either create an ac- (200-back, 100-back, 100-fly), Lucas LAW AGAINST DISCRIMINATION (AF- You are required to make a defense to setback of 48.5 feet where 50 feet is re- Zazzali served for years as the com- count. Previously registered individu- Fan (100-breast). FIRMATIVE ACTION). such pleading not later than forty (40) days quired; to allow a building height of 41.61 missioner of Men’s Softball League, als for one of the programs or golf 15+ Girls: Lauren Schmeider (50- SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR after the first publication of this notice be- feet where a maximum of 33.5 feet is free), Caitie Collins (200-back), Erika OBTAINED AT THE OFFICE OF THE ing October 11, 2012, and upon your fail- allowed and to allow an eave height of but he was also a Recreation Com- course should have an account al- TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS ure to do so, the Plaintiff seeking service 32.36 feet where 22 feet is allowed. Ap- missioner for 15 years in town of ready. After logging in, please select Daniel (100-breast), Caroline Baldwin CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE, W., against you will apply to the Court for the proval extended one year from the date of which 12 of those years he served as the “2012 Mayor’s Gala” season. (200-free – meet record, 100-fly), WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. relief sought. memorialization. ROGER R. COMPTON the Chairman. Registration may also be done in Carly Whitmer (100-back, 200IM – THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE Deanne Hampton, 927 Ripley Avenue. Attorney at Law meet record), Caitlin Carroll (100- THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL Applicant sought permission to retain a Zazzali was instrumental in the person at the Recreation Office or 5311 Raeford Road BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY INFORMAL- gazebo contrary to Sections 12.04E1 and passing of the Township Open Space over the phone by calling (908) 322- free), Meredith Bagger (200-breast). P.O. Box 42836 ITY, IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, 13.01G1a of the Land Use Ordinance to Fayetteville, North Carolina 28309 Trust fund, which has helped the com- 6700 extension no. 223. 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Mr. & Mrs. Colby Gaines, 1272 Sum- 908-322-1956 mit Avenue. Applicant sought approval to FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES construct a covered patio contrary to Sec- tions 11.07E7 and 11.07E10 of the Land Use Ordinance to allow a rear yard set- In Business Westﬁeld’s ONLY back of 26 feet where 35 feet is required Since 1986 full service used car 30 Years and to allow a building coverage of 21.2% ,GHH¶U sales and repair shop! where a maximum of 20% is allowed. Ap- Owned & Operated by Jeff Deets Experience plication denied. “The Gutter Specialists” Auto Sales & Repairs POWER WASHING Daniel Madara, 806 Standish Avenue. Applicant sought approval to construct one 196 Ross Place • Westfield Gutter Services, Painting, and two story additions contrary to Section Handyman 11.09E14 of the Land Use Ordinance to Power Washing, and allow a one-car garage where a two-car 908-232-9676 garage is required. Application approved Snow Removal Services Mr. Reliable with conditions. Andrea Giangone, 520 Edgar Road. 908-756-0090 www.grimebustersnj.com Applicant is seeking approval to construct www.JEFFSAUTOSALESANDREPAIRS.com (908) 462.4755 first story and second story additions con- Free Estimates / Fully Insured trary to Section 12.04F1 of the Land Use Ordinance to allow a building coverage of 22.99% where a maximum of 20% is allowed. Application approved with conditions. ED DELLA FERA Dianne & George Handza, 211 Sen- eca Place. Applicant sought approval to demolish the existing dwelling and de- BLACK TOP SHUTTERS + SHADES + BLINDS + VERTICALS tached garage/shed structure and to construct a new single family dwelling with a WOVEN WOODS + DRAPERY INSTALLATIONS detached garage contrary to Sections PAVING 11.09E6 of the Land Use Ordinance to allow a side yard setback of 8 feet where DRIVEWAYS CONCRETE Professional Sales, Measuring & Installation 10 feet is required. Application approved PARKING LOTS BRICK PAVERS Visa & Mastercard Accepted with conditions. Over 25 Years Experience Plans and applications are on file in the 908-889-4422 Phone: 732.503.3316 | Fax: 1.866.216.5677 | [email protected] office of the Town Engineer, 959 North FREE ESTIMATES Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kathleen Nemeth Secretary, Board of Adjustment Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 • Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 • email PDF Ad to [email protected] 1 T - 10/18/12, The Leader Fee: $97.41 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 18, 2012 Page 17 Westfield PAL A Overpowers SPF PAL Win Four of Five Richmond Grid Kids, 14-12 In Football League Action In a battle of unbeatens, the Westfield Moriarty putting Westfield up for good The Scotch Plains-Fanwood PAL Giandana, Noah Costanzo, Jonathan PAL A football team battled to a 14-12 at 14-12. The swarming Westfield Raider football teams chalked up four Ramos and Danny Wright. victory over Richmond Boro at Kehler defense thwarted a late Richmond victories in the five games that were The E team started its busy day Stadium this past Sunday. Westfield Boro drive by causing and recovering played this past Sunday at Scotch wiping out Irvington and then capped improved to 6-0, while Richmond a fumble on the five-yard line with 10 Plains Fanwood High’s Tyson Field. it by playing a short game at halftime Boro dropped to 5-1. seconds remaining in the game. The B team (7th grade) and the D of the Jets-Colts NFL match-up at Westfield took the opening drive team (5th grade) each improved to 6- MetLife Stadium in the Meadow- 65 yards on the back of strong running 0 with victories over Berkeley lands. from Kyle Dombroski and Kevin Heights. The B squad won, 36-20, Against Irvington, Marshall Young Brennan. Quarterback Phil Martini while the D team was a 32-12 winner. had two 11-yard TD runs, Shawn finished the drive with a 15-yard The C team (6th grade) rebounded Martin burst for a 60-yard TD and touchdown (TD) pass to Brennan. from it loss to Summit with a 13-0 Brendan Ong had a 30-yard TD run Mike Ukrainskyj kicked the PAT victory over Cranford to improve to and scored on a conversion run. Max putting Westfield ahead, 8-0. 5-1. The E team (4th grade) scored Oross and Gavin Cocca each scored Richmond Boro’s defense five TDs in a shutout over Irvington on PAT runs. Defensively Jackson toughened up, forcing a blocked punt, POWERING PAST A DEFENDER…Jake Zrebiec powers past a defender in the Westfield PAL D football team’s 20-0, defeat of Richmond. to improve to 5-0. The A team (8th Hopkins recovered a fumble, John which was scooped up and ran into grade) fell to Irvington, 21-10. For Shults picked off a pass, Dmitri Laylor the end zone for their first score. The the season, the combined record of stripped a ball that Nate StaRosa re- PAT was no good, finishing the first Westfield PAL ‘D’ Defeats the SPF PAL is 24-4-1. covered. quarter with a 8-6 Westfield lead. Cooper Heisey, George Davis, In the E team game against a New The rest of the game was a battle of Javin Scot and Ashton Miller each York team at the Meadowlands, wills, as both defenses stepped up Richmond Grid Kids, 20-0 scored a touchdown to fuel the B Young scored a TD. Also on the NFL with big plays. Eventually Richmond team Raiders. Max Toll kicked three field during halftime were the E team Boro took the lead with a six-yard The Westfield PAL “D” football for extra points by Griffin Rooney conversions. Jhadir Charles, David cheerleaders. The players, cheerlead- run, ending the half with a 12-8 lead. team remained undefeated with a 20- provided the scoring for the Blue Baratucci and Declan Cassidy an- ers, coaches and parents all raved on Westfield opened the second half GAINING YARDAGE…Westfield 0, win over previously undefeated Devils. chored the B teams defense. what an exciting and fun experience like they did the first, with a long PAL A team running back Kyle Richmond Boro on October 14. A The offense moved the ball effec- Aidan Guma engineered the D team it was at MetLife Stadium. Many drive, capped off by a 25-yard Dombroski gains yardage in win over strong running and passing game and thanks go to Russ Yeager, the E team touchdown strike from Martini to Mike Richmond Boro. tively all day with Jake Zrebiec, John attack with a TD run and a scoring a stingy defense provided the Blue Czarnecki and Reid Colwell also rack- pass to Ryan Lusk. Charlie Levine football coach, Sue Judge, the E team Devils with their sixth victory of the ing up solid yardage on the ground. ran for two TDs and Patrick Mochnal cheerleading coach and Leslie Oross, WF 11U Baseball Nine Fall season. The swarming Westfield defense scored a TD. Nick Belford, Declyn the E football team mom. Two touchdown runs of 55 and frustrated Richmond from the start Byrne, Chris Fugett, Gus Barco, In the A game against Irvington, three yards from Tim Alliegro, a five- and did not allow them to cross the Nolan O’Connor, Harison Wustefeld the Raiders were led by Jumar Etkins, To N. Edison in Fall Ball, 10-9 yard touchdown pass by Hank Westfield 20-yard line. Colin Freer and Eic Berkins ruled defensively. who scored a touchdown. Also play- Shapiro to Colin Elliott, and two runs had an interception, and Bryan Felter, The C squad received two short TD ing a solid game were Joe Krempa, The Westfield Blue Devils 11U base- Kyle Wynne, Glassgow and Catanzaro, Nick Martini, Jonny Audino, Brendan runs from Anthony Porter, who was Greg Oross, Riley Guma, Donnie ball team lost a 10-9 squeaker to North kept the game close. Probitas Verus Honos Harrington, Matt Korth and Declan treated to massive holes provided by Perkins and Luke Uriete. Edison at Gumbert 3 Field in a USABL Leftfielder Catanzaro caught a fly McCauley led the unit to their fourth Doug Tibbals, Nick Smith, Robby The Raiders will host Richmond Fall League game on October 13. and gunned the ball to catcher Cox for shutout of the season. Camisa, Max Steele and Jahsyn Sil- Boro of Staten Island this Sunday. North Edison took a 5-0 lead, but in the out at home in the third inning. In PUBLIC NOTICE Next up for the PAL D team will be ver. The defense pitched a shutout On the line are battles for first place the bottom of the fourth, the home the fourth when right fielder Wynne an away game against a tough squad behind Alex Oslislo, Ryan Johnson, in the NJSYFL’s American Confer- team struck back, plating six runs to fielded a ball, hit cutoff man Duffy, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS from Belleville. Nick Merkel, Bill Root, Teddy ence in the B, C and D team games. take the lead. Sean Flynn clubbed a who wheeled and threw a bullet to PLANNING BOARD single that scored MJ Catanzaro and catcher Alex Park for the out. Short- CJ Duffy. Four successive RBI base stop Dylan Alfano came up big with NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the Planning Board meeting held on October hits followed from Brendan Cox, four assists, and centerfielder Flynn 10, 2012, the Board adopted the Resolu- Sandy Miller, Ethan Glassgow (triple) chased down two fly balls for outs. tion for M & E Stage House Realty, Inc., and Ethan Wolf. First baseman Miller recorded nine 366 Park Avenue, Block 1001, Lot 54.0101 North Edison plated five runs in the putouts in five innings of work. for an amended site plan with variances fifth. Westfield scored three runs in its Head Coach Chris Flynn com- and waivers to construct an extension of the existing parking lot. half of the fifth. Flynn hit an RBI mented, “We dug ourselves into a hole The file pertaining to this application is in double that drove in Catanzaro and early. Still, the boys played hard and the Office of the Planning Board, Municipal later scored on Cox’s base knock. never gave up. Our pitchers threw well Building, 430 Park Avenue and available Miller drove in Cox with a single into and we got quality at-bats up and down for public inspection during regular business hours. left. Finally, Drew Glassman finished the lineup. Even though we came up Barbara Horev, Secretary 2-for-2 (double, single) with a walk. on the short end, it was a good team Planning Board Westfield’s pitchers, Glassman, effort.” 1 T - 10/18/12, The Times Fee: $17.34

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TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE OF SALE OF PROPERTY FOR 03703 32 FONTE, JAMES K & MELINDA 2309 LYDE PL S 207.19 NONPAYMENT OF TAXES, ASSESSMENTS AND/OR OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS 03802 08 DOLAN, ERIN 230 MOUNTAINVIEW AV S 295.97 Public notice is hereby given that I, Lori Majeski, Collector of Taxes of the Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union will sell at public 03802 16 CANDELA,C/CANDELA,G/TELLO,L 227 BYRD AV S 158.46 auction on TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2012 in the Municipal Court, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey at 9:00 o’clock in the 03804 23 VOYSEST,JESSE D 209 HAWTHORNE ST S 297.61 morning or at such later time and place to which said sale may then be adjourned, all of the several lots and parcels of land assessed 03902 02 KOHLER, MICHAEL 189 WATCHUNG TR S 20.45 to the respective persons whose names are set opposite each respective parcel as the owner thereof for the total amount of municipal 03902 03 SAFI, JUDY; SIMPSON, ALICIA 185 WATCHUNG TR S 295.15 liens chargeable against said lands respectively, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:5-1, et seq. as computed to the 23rd DAY OF 03904 03 01 PANTA, JOSE E 186 WILLIAM ST S 295.15 OCTOBER 2012. 03905 07 GARAY,MARTIN/GARAY, ROSARIO 201 HARDING RD S 159.91 Take further notice that the hereinafter described lands will be sold for the amount of municipal liens chargeable against each parcel 03906 07 AUSBON, RICKY & DEBRA 202 HARDING RD S 305.30 of said land assessed as one parcel, together with interest and costs to the date of the sale. Said lands will be sold at the lowest rate 03906 12 SHEVLIN, RICHARD 224 HARDING RD TS 10,253.34 of interest bid, but in no case in excess of 18%. Payments for said parcels shall be made prior to the conclusion of the sale in the form 03907 09 AROSTEGUI,A/MORALES,G 203 MOUNTAINVIEW AV S 34.65 of cash, certified check or money order or other method previously approved by the Tax Collector or the property will be resold. Properties 03907 17 TUFARO, JOSEPH E & CATHERINE M 228 WATCHUNG TR S 303.37 for which there are no other purchasers shall be struck off and sold to the Township of Scotch Plains at an interest rate of 18%. 04001 01 VERRASTRO, THOMAS F & CAROL A 357 HENRY ST S 304.19 At any time before the sale I will accept payment of the amount due on any property with interest and costs. Payment must be in the 04001 03 CATRICALA,BARBARA/CATRICALA,MA 351 HENRY ST S 290.80 form of cash, certified check or money order. 04001 12 PIESCO, ROBIN L 2368 MOUNTAIN AV S 306.17 Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution 04001 23 KWIATKOWSKI, ANTHONY & BARBARA 346 WILLIAM ST S 290.80 Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58-:10A-1 et seq.) and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.), In addition, the municipality is 04003 08 GUTIERREZ,JORGE L 317 VICTOR ST S 15.16 precluded from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner 04004 01 SWEENEY, JOANNE 2431 COLES AV S 317.67 of the site. 04103 05 PATINO, FRANK & SUZANNE 425 VICTOR ST S 207.19 In the event that the owner of the property is on Active Duty in the Military Service, the Tax Collector should be notified immediately. 04301 20 RODRIGUEZ, RAMON & GRISELDA 515 VICTOR ST S 300.08 04302 08 CAMPANARO, LUIS & ELIA L 528 JERUSALEM RD T 4,961.23 BLOCK & LOT OWNER NAME PROPERTY LOCATION TYPE TOTAL 04302 15 EGUES-DELGADO, MARIA 537 WARREN ST S 309.12 00201 06 DEL NEGRO, ALBERTO A & ROSANA 1548 FRONT ST S 303.61 04401 14 3 JOHNSON AVE 4 JOHNSON ST T 1,540.28 00201.03 18 CBS11 ALLEYNE, BEVILLE JOHN 14 MALANGA CT S 207.19 04501 25 PARDO,ANTHONY 505 JERUSALEM RD S 300.08 00301 05 511 TERRILL RD REALTY CORP 511 TERRILL RD S 670.99 04801 02 FONSECA,NADIA MARISI 187 WILLIAM ST S 304.19 00301 12 JONES, TIMOTHY R & SUE B 535 TERRILL RD S 354.17 04802 03 SILLS, GREGORY E 189 VICTOR ST S 302.88 00301 23 BERBERICH,KENNETH 526 CICILIA PL S 291.04 04901.01 03 CO108 ERAMILE, KARINE 108 DONATO CR S 163.09 00302 06 DAVIDSON, JEFFREY/GRECO, CAROL 512 FARLEY AV S 305.28 04901.03 03 CO302 CLARK, RENEE 302 DONATO CR S 297.86 00302 22 BARKER,DAVID K & KAREN L 515 CICILIA PL TS 1,852.81 04901.05 03 CO509 AGARWALA, AJAY & SMITA 509 DONATO CR S 207.19 00401 07 WILLIAMS ,PHILIPPA E. 522 BEVERLY AV S 291.89 04901.08 03 CO810 SOLOMON, KIA - JOHNSON, SHAWN 810 DONATO CR S 291.89 00401 13 HALL,JOANNE A 545 FARLEY AV S 111.25 05001 07 PENTLICKY, MATTHEW C & GIULIA 2649 CREST LN S 15.62 00404 13 SYED,SHANAWAZ&DAVID,MELINDA M 550 WILLOW AV S 18.15 05001 26 BRENNAN, STEPHEN L & CHRISTIN 2645 SKY TOP DR S 296.29 00404 26 MCDOWELL, SHIELA 541 HUNTER AV T 3,846.69 05601 18 RIGANO, FRANK & NANCY 56 CANTERBURY DR S 312.76 00404 29 ROSARIO, MARIA 527 HUNTER AV S 162.71 05601 28 CHO, CHUNG-JIN & OKKYUNG 36 CANTERBURY DR S 310.76 00501 23 RICHARDS, ROXROY T & ANGELITA 437 FARLEY AV S 39.48 05602 05 RIVERA, ALEXANDER & SHERRY 49 CANTERBURY DR S 204.08 00503 16 CIOFFI, JOHN & ANN 1711 E SECOND ST S 1,871.41 05802 08 BIRD, RONALD & FRANCINE 363 ROBERTS LN S 293.85 00601 21 STEPHENS, PAUL & DELORES 360 HOE AV T 3,008.71 05901 22 PELOSI, PETER & SAMANTHA N 3 GARY CT S 310.76 00601 23 VEGA,ANGELA 352 HOE AV S 207.19 06001 29.04 ROGERS, RICHARD & NOELLA – EVA 2573 MADISON AV S 321.55 00602 04 DAVIS, ROBERT E & GAIL 327 HOE AV S 207.19 06503 04 PAPANDREA,JANICE 2492 PLAINFIELD AV T 2,159.72 00602 19 HAMMOND, SHARON 370 JACKSON AV S 207.19 06503 11 PRESERVATION ASSC.,LLC 669 KATE ST T 1,269.05 00603 01 STRADFORD,JOHN G & BELINDA 315 JACKSON AV TS 8,880.87 06503 12 PAPANDREA, JAMES S 659 KATE ST T 1,040.21 00603 11 PAGAN, JUAN 365 JACKSON AV S 302.80 06503 13 WATERTROL, INC. 655 KATE ST T 1,685.14 00603 21 FLAKE, LEONA H 352 HUNTER AV S 157.20 06703 05 PEARSON,STEPHEN 2224 CONCORD RD S 153.38 00702 01 LYONS, WILLIAM & SILANCE, MARG 1703 MOUNTAIN S 15.67 07201 02 SCHMIDT, MARJORIE D ESTATE OF 805 MUIR TR T 6,720.32 00702 06 JOHNSON, KENNETH & YVONNE 220 WILLOW AV S 309.47 07201 28 A M SCHOOL ASSOCIATES 2630 PLAINFIELD AV S 1,209.22 00702 08 DESAI, MAMTA 1734 ROUTE 22 S 1,568.93 07301 02 CHUNG, SOON OH/CHAN, JENNY 836 TERNAY AV S 295.19 00704 02 TAYLOR-COX,DORIANNE/BARI,JOLEK 211 WILLOW AV S 207.19 07302 01 BARROS, CLAUDINEI & REGINAE 827 TERNAY AV S 163.12 00705 15 PEREZ, JOSE LUIS & LINDA RUTH 1781 MOUNTAIN AV S 296.53 07304 17.01 MELENDEZ, GRACE 2405 B PARK PL S 292.99 00705 20 DALLAH, GIBSON & DOROTHY 228 HAVEN AV TS 4,105.87 07401 44 SHAH; 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, October 18, 2012 Page 19 NJYT Announces Comedy UC PAC Signs Multi-Year Night Fundraiser Deal With Live Nation GARWOOD - The New Jersey the Comedy Cellar. Mr. Eisenberg RAHWAY – Union County Per- Christmas Party (December 13). Youth Theatre (NJYT) will host a was the host of The Intern Asks on forming Arts Center, the cornerstone Tickets for all announced Live Na- “Comedy and Costumes” fund-raiser, People.com. Ms. Jonny is known in of the Rahway Arts District, has taken tion shows are on sale now. to benefit NJYT’s school Cabaret, the Westfield area as the head of the a giant leap forward in its booking “This adds tremendous muscle to summer production and its perform- Roosevelt Intermediate School drama policy to place the historic, 1,300- both the types of shows we are able ing arts education classes on Friday, department. seat venue on par with New Jersey’s to present, as well as the frequency October 26. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. General elite theaters with top-level enter- that we can offer them,” says Samson “Comedy and Costumes” will take admission is $40, but patrons will tainment. Steinman, UCPAC’s executive di- place at 7 p.m. at The Crossroads in receive a $10 discount if they come in The recently renovated 84-year- rector. “Partnering with Live Garwood, (78 North Avenue) and costume. Food and beverages can be Sequin Island Lighthouse — By Jack Quinn old facility has signed a multi-year Nation’s House of Blues Entertain- will feature the talents of comedians purchased separately throughout the deal with Live Nation, the world’s ment division is a tremendous step who have performed extensively in evening. leading concert promoter’s House toward putting this spectacular, his- clubs in the tri-state area and around “By supporting Comedy Night, SP-F Arts Association to of Blues Entertainment (HOBE) di- toric theater back on the map as one the country. The comedians boast patrons will be contributing to the vision to produce at least 40 shows a of New Jersey’s primary go-to des- numerous credits from television, well-being and longevity of NJYT,” year on its main stage, starting this tinations for live entertainment. radio, film and the Internet. states Cynthia Meryl, co-founder of Host Artist Jack Quinn month. There has been a tremendous invest- Second City alum Adam Lucidi the school, “helping to sustain the SCOTCH PLAINS - The Scotch continues to push his personal bound- The series got off to a fantastic ment in recent years to renovate and and Doug Adler were featured in the NJYT Performing Arts School and Plains and Fanwood Arts Associa- aries with new combinations of ma- start with the sold-out concert by restore the theater back to its origi- New York Underground Comedy the free summer production pro- tion meeting will be held on Thurs- terials including natural found ob- Ray Manzarek and Robby Krieger nal splendor, and with the commit- Festival. Mr. Lucidi and Mr. Adler, gram.” day, November 15, from 7 – 9 p.m. at jects, collage materials and now the of The Doors on September 29. Con- ment to high-level programming that along with Aaron Eisenberg and Kim For more information on “Com- the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts use of metal in his mixed media art certs booked at UC PAC by Live Live Nation will be bringing over Jonny, “ghost host” for the evening, edy and Costumes” and the New Jer- Center, Watson Road, Fanwood. A work. In short, Jack is no purist when Nation this fall and through the end the next few years, all that’s left is have all headlined at the Gotham, sey Youth Theatre, please contact brief business meeting will be fol- it comes to media, anything goes to of 2012 are include comedian Jim for the public to come out and expe- New York, and Broadway Comedy info@njyouththeatre, visit lowed by a demonstration by Jack achieve the desired result. Breuer (October 12); Pat Benatar rience it.” Clubs. Mr. Eisenberg and Ms. Jonny www.njyouththeatre.org or call (908) Quinn. Jack is a consistent award winner and Neil Giraldo (November 1); Tickets are available at the UC have also headlined at Caroline’s and 233-3200. Using various media samples, Jack at competitive art shows with over Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two- PAC Box Office at (732) 499-8226 will discuss how his paintings have 100 national and regional awards to Woman Show (November 3); an or online at UCPAC.org. The UC evolved over the years from painting his credit. He has had paintings ac- exclusive New Jersey engagement PAC Box Office, located at 1601 Dig Into History at ‘Four a photograph to building a painting cepted in both the American Water- by L.A rockers The Wallflowers Irving Street, Rahway, is open Mon- from scratch. He will describe how color Society’s Annual International (November 10); country star Clint day through Friday from 11 a.m. he goes from inspiration, to source Exhibition and the American Artists Black (November 29); and Big Bad until 5 p.m. and also open late on Centuries in a Weekend’ material and tools selection, through Professional League Grand National Voodoo Daddy’s Wild and Swingin’ Thursdays until 8 p.m. BERKELEY HEIGHTS – Visitors Feltville was a thriving mill town compositional and overall design Exhibition – both in New York City. to the Deserted Village of Feltville/ from 1845 to 1860. After being sold options, and finally selecting a color He most recently was awarded a first Glenside Park in the Watchung Res- by David Felt, the village wasted scheme. This will be followed by a place award at the 2012 New Jersey ervation will have an opportunity to away and became deserted, but was short painting demonstration show- State History Fair Art Exhibit for one dig into the history of the Deserted reborn in 1882 as Glenside Park, a ing specific techniques he is using in of his mixed media on birch pieces. Village, literally, on Saturday, Octo- summer resort. This business closed his current work. When not at home in Morris Plains ber 20, and Sunday, October 21. in 1916 and the village was again Jack Quinn is a nationally recog- with his family, he can be found roam- Using an archaeologist’s trowel, briefly deserted until being pur- nized watercolorist and wood crafts- ing the regional countryside or trek- visitors can dig through a box of soil chased by the Union County Park man. He has always been painting, king through the woods seeking out in search of an artifact related to Commission during the 1920s. carving and building but has recently subject matter and/or materials for Feltville’s past. Children will be al- Feltville’s general store and church combined these disciplines into a new that next painting. Visit his web site at lowed to keep what they find during building was restored in 1998 and series of art works using wood pan- jackquinnart.com or e-mail Jack at the weekend-long open house of the subsequently opened as a visitor cen- els. He uses the natural wood grain of [email protected]. historic site, as part of Union County’s ter. In addition to restrooms and other the panel and modeling material as All meetings, demonstrations, and “Four Centuries in a Weekend” cel- visitor services, this building houses additional design elements in creat- workshops are free and open to the ebration. an exhibit of artifacts, photographs ing these original and unique dimen- public. There is ample parking at the From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Satur- and paintings that depict the Village’s sional pieces. In addition to his wood Carriage House Pocket Park directly day, October 20, and from noon to 5 history across four centuries. Visi- based paintings and watercolors, Jack across the street on Watson Road. p.m. on Sunday, October 21, most of tors may pick up a map and narrative the Village’s buildings and grounds at Feltville’s parking lot at any time can be seen from a hayride, which for a self-guided tour. Restoration of Newark Museum Benefit Photo courtesy of Christina Wilson will run continuously both days. The the resort-era carriage house called GIANT LEAP...Union County Performing Arts Center, the cornerstone of the ghost of David Felt will lead a two- Masker’s Barn was completed last Rahway Arts District, has taken a giant leap forward in its booking policy to place hour guided tour of the site starting year. During the restoration, the Luncheon Set for Nov. 5 the historic, 1,300-seat venue on par with New Jersey’s elite theaters with top- at 2 p.m. each day. County staff will building was actually levitated and NEWARK – The Annual Newark works in the exhibition, situating level entertainment. Above, DL Hughley performs for a packed house. provide a 45-minute version of the held in mid-air for months as the Museum Benefit Luncheon scheduled them in a meaningful historical and tour at various times. foundation was replaced. for Monday, November 5, from 10:30 social context. The program will be A hands-on demonstration of All activities for the Four Centu- a.m. to 2 p.m., will celebrate “Angels presented in the newly-restored Billy NJWA Orchestra Academy apples being pressed into cider will ries weekend are rain or shine. Enter and Tomboys: Girlhood in 19-Century Johnson Auditorium. be ongoing over the weekend. the Deserted Village via Cataract American Art.” Proceeds from the lun- The luncheon schedule, accord- Nearby, children can play old-fash- Hollow Road, off of Glenside Av- cheon benefit programs and services of ing to Co-Chairs Stephanie Begins New Session ioned games. Elsewhere in the Vil- enue on the Berkeley Heights side of the Newark Museum. Glickman of Mendham and Eleonore WESTFIELD - The New Jersey their lives by participating in the arts. lage, visitors can hear the director of the Watchung Reservation. Wear An exciting presentation will feature Kessler Cohen of Livingston, also Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) Music Additional information on the Or- the Feltville Archaeology Project ex- warm clothes and sturdy walking Drs. Holly Pyne Connor distinguished includes a Champagne Reception at Studio will begin its new session of the chestra Academy can be obtained from plain how the site of David Felt’s shoes. Curator of 19th-Century American Art, 10:30 a.m. with tours of the exhibi- NJWA Orchestra Academy on Satur- Dr. Schlosberg by calling (908) 789- house was discovered. Masker’s Information about 23 other Four of Oldwick, and curator of the exhibition “Angels and Tomboys Girlhood day, October 20. 9696 at ext. 17, or by emailing him at Barn will be open throughout the Centuries in a Weekend sites is avail- tion and Dr. Sarah Burns Professor in 19th-Century American Art”; bou- Under the direction of Dr. Ted [email protected]. weekend. able from the Union County Office Emeriti, School of Fine Arts, Indiana tique shopping throughout the event, Schlosberg, the Orchestra Academy is The New Jersey Workshop for the All of these activities are offered of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, University, who authored the essay luncheon and raffle drawing which an ensemble program for violin, viola, Arts is a non-profit 501 (C) (3) organi- free of charge. Light refreshments (908) 558-2550, or by visiting the “Making Mischief: Tomboys Acting includes a weekend at Canyon Ranch cello and string bass players of all ages zation, presently celebrating its 40th. will be available for purchase. Pic- Union County website at Up and Out of Bounds,” in the exhibi- and two business class tickets to any and levels. Advanced players will meet Anniversary. It is home to the Music nic tables are available for families www.ucnj.org and clicking on “Fall tion catalogue. location in the world serviced by from 1 – 1:45 p.m.; intermediate play- Studio, which offers private vocal and wanting to pack a lunch. Activities in Union County.” A rare assemblage of masterpieces United. Raffle proceeds benefit both ers from 1:45 – 2:30 p.m.; and begin- instrumental lessons, in addition to by John Singer Sargent, Thomas the Newark Museum and the ning players from 2 – 3:15 p.m. Parents providing opportunities for area mu- Eakins, Winslow Homer, Cecilia Beaux Livingston Community Players. are encouraged to join their child and sicians to play in its many bands, and William Merritt Chase, among oth- For seat reservations and further play the same string instrument. ensembles and orchestras. The ers, Angels and Tomboys is the first information visit the “Upcoming Rehearsals for the Orchestra Acad- Westfield Fencing Club and the NJWA exhibition to examine such themes as Events” at newarkmuseum.org. emy will take place at Redeemer Summer Workshop are also divisions the hopes, fears and expectations for Major support of the exhibition Lutheran Church, 229 Cowperthwaite of the NJWA. girls, many of which still resonate includes an indemnity from the Fed- Place, Westfield. Visit the studios at 150-152 East today as well as the impact of the eral Council on the Arts and Humani- Dr. Schlosberg, NJWA Founder and Broad Street, Westfield or log on to Civil War on family life. ties, and grants from Johnson and Executive Director, is pleased to pro- www.njworkshopforthearts.com for The speakers will provide thought- Johnson and the National Endowment vide this opportunity for string play- additional information about any pro- provoking discussions of major for the Arts. ing enthusiasts who want to enrich gram of the NJWA. CAMiLEON Heels Provides Latest In Shoe Technology WESTFIELD – CAMiLEON length of the heel, ensuring that, un- HEELS The Latest Technology in like other high heel shoes, the heel Women’s Shoes. What: Go Shop- will not break. Please note: Each and ping! Visit the Website: every heel has been tested for 1,500 WWW.CAMiLEONHEELS.COM. pounds of pressure per square inch by All content and products are pro- the SGS testing agency. 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Westfield Community Players’ Farce Hits It Straight Down the Fairway in Season Opener By SUSAN MYRILL DOUGHERTY plays use slamming doors and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times groaner jokes, but there the similar- WESTFIELD — Fox on the Fair- ity stops. way, the 2010 Ken Ludwig farce, is The setting of WCP’s production the Westfield Community Players’ is the tap room of the Quail Valley (WCP) season opener. The opera- Country Club that hosts a yearly tive word here is “farce,” a comedic golf tournament against the Crouch- form of theatre that entertains by ing Squirrel Country Club. The con- Fred T. Rossi for The Westfield Leader and The Times means of unlikely, extravagant, and flict involves arch-rival country club GOLD STANDARD...Silversun Pickups perform at Terminal 5 in the Hell’s improbable situations, disguise and executives, Bingham (Michael Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan on Sunday night. Their nearly 90-minute mistaken identity, word play and Burdick) and Dickie (Timothy set focused heavily on the band’s new album, “Neck of the Woods.” chase scenes. If you buy into the McGovern) who make a wager on genre, this is a great night of frothy the outcome of this annual grudge Silversun Pickups: Gold fun. match. Quail Valley has been the Playwright Ludwig is best known perpetual loser for the past five years for Lend Me a Tenor that won two and both executives try to recruit a Standard For Indie Bands out of nine Tony nominations in ringer who will bring them brag- By FRED T. ROSSI Monninger on bass, although she is 1989. His more current Fox is billed ging rights. Bingham signs an un- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times as a play where, “sex and water seen hero and makes a wager not extremely pregnant with twins these hazards collide in this madcap ad- knowing that his star golfer has just Back in 2007, during a few weeks days and in her place on Sunday was venture about love and golf.” Both been wooed to the opponent’s team. of insomnia, I’d kill time by watch- the ever-able and exuberant Sarah Susan Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing TV at 3 in the morning, often Negahdari. Rounding out this tal- Because of his ignorance, Quail A VARIETY OF REACTIONS…Vikki Massulli as Pamela, Michael Burdick as Valley’s head is suckered into a bet tuning into the VH1 music video chan- ented quartet were Chris Guanlao Bingham, Beatriz Esteban-Messina as Muriel and Timothy McGovern as Dickie nel, which still periodically played playing furious and machine-gun that will lose him $100,000 as well all react to the wager-settling golf play in Westfield Community Players’ produc- as his wife Muriel’s (Beatriz tion of Fox on the Fairway directed by John Correll. videos in between its roster of lousy drums and Joe Lester on the key- Esteban-Messina) antique shop. reality shows. boards. A farce wouldn’t be complete faster than the swinging doors of again off again card just right. On one of those sleepless nights, a The show, before a packed house without a number of loose strings set designer Bill McMeekan. Plot The unhappily married Bingham video got my attention simply be- opened with “Skin Graph” from the that become a tangled mess. After twists and verbal gymnastics mingle and his battle-ax wife exchange cause the music was so good and the new album and the band romped Bingham loses his secret weapon with mistaken identities. Fights and killer glances and battle ready guitar-driven song was so catchy, and through five more new songs during golfer, he finds a talented golfer reconciliations and sexual tension stances. Ms. Esteban-Messina’s the singer’s voice was able to go from the first half of the set, punctuated by right under his nose in his newly have the audience wondering who Muriel, dressed in dopey hats and soft and gentle to loud screams in a “The Royal We” from 2009’s hired assistant Justin (Ryan Correll) will wind up with whom. middle-age clothes (by Doris Dias) beat. It was a simple production, set “Swoon,” which featured several hits who just happens to be engaged to There is no wondering if the au- is the antithesis of the bombshell in a bar with the band playing before that brought the band some well- his one of his club’s ditsy kitchen dience will be entertained, though, Ms. Massulli whose sultry body a small crowd, with a boy-meets-girl deserved recognition, and “Little help, Louise (Kristina Hernandez). with John Correll as the director. steals the scene time and again. Her storyline playing out in the back- Lover’s So Polite” from their debut Dickie is revealed as the adulter- An accomplished actor himself, Mr. Pamela is the perfect over-the top ground. album, “Carnavas.” ous ex-husband of the sexy Pamela Correll knows the importance of seductress. I heard the song a number of times My favorite Silversun song, “Panic (Vikki Massulli) who has a thing timing in comedy. This play is noth- The frenzy of the play gets to a on VH1, never heard it on the radio Switch,” with its fast and furious gui- for rival Bingham. The pompous ing without fast pacing; his produc- screeching level, unfortunately, by but the song, “Lazy Eye,” and the tar work, showed up late in the set, Dickie (who affects a British action races at break-neck speed. the end of the second act when the band, Silversun Pickups, stuck with followed two songs later by the tune cent when he feels like it) has not The director’s son, Ryan Correll female voices are at a pitch that me. So when I bought my first iPod a that first caught my attention five met an adage he can’t massacre. as Justin, must get his acting genes makes their words almost unintelli- year later, I made sure to include the years ago, “Lazy Eye.” Mangled familiar phrases become from both mom (Linda Correll) and gible. Overall, the audience on Sat- song on my playlist. And then I looked Unlike some attitude-filled alter- sort of his signature mantra that go dad who often perform in area the- urday night was probably laughing further and found a bunch more songs native rock bands, Silversun Pick- along with his hand-knitted golf atres. The young Correll and his too hard to notice. to love by this Los Angeles-based ups’ stage presence extends beyond band that no one had heard of a few just standing there, seemingly play- Susan Dougherty for The Leader and The Times sweaters that shout bad taste. fiancée Louise (the multi-talented If farce is your thing, this play is IT’S AS EASY AS THIS…Justin Double entendres and puns fly Kristina Hernandez) play the on a hole in one. years ago. Soon, Silversun Pickups ing only for themselves and oblivi- (Ryan Correll) teaches his fiancée had more songs on my iPod than any ous to the several thousand fans. Louise (Kristina Hernandez) a new other artist. Aubert was chatty as he bantered swing in Westfield Community Play- CDC Opens Season With And on Sunday night, more than with the audience, even stopping to ers’ production of Fox on the Fairway WCP to Present five years after my late-night intro- shake hands at the end of the main set by Ken Ludwig. The Emperor’s duction to them, I finally caught a and again at the end of the three-song Rocky Horror Picture Show Silversun Pickups show, at Terminal encore, after which he skipped hap- 5 in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood pily off the stage to wrap up a fantas- Voices of St. Paul’s CRANFORD - Cranford Dra- autobiography, The Story Of My Life, New Clothes WESTFIELD - Due to the suc- of Manhattan. Their nearly 90-minute tic show. matic Club (CDC) Community The- it follows Annie Sullivan’s struggle set, probably the best small-venue I would have loved the show even Concert Announced atre announced the theatre’s 2012-13 to teach Helen language through the cess of last year’s children’s show, Westfield Community Players an- show I’ve seen, focused heavily on more had they played “Rusted Wheel” WESTFIELD—St. Paul’s Epis- season will open this fall with Richard her fingers. Helen Keller’s story the band’s new album, “Neck of the and “Substitution,” the latter song copal Church in Westfield will O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show on touched the entire world, advocat- nounced its second annual children’s play, The Emperor’s New Woods,” with nine songs of the 15- having one of the more off-the-wall present a concert of operatic arias, Friday, October 19. ing for and improving the lives of song set coming from the new re- videos in recent years—a game of ensembles and art songs this Sun- With nearly 40 years of history and the blind. Clothes. A rollicking slap-stick comedy with music, the show will lease. musical chairs among pouty models day, October 21, at 4 p.m. The hour- multiple productions worldwide, Finally, the music of Meredith Wil- Silversun, compared by some to in a Moose lodge. But those small long concert will features six pro- Rocky Horror has been delighting son will close out CDC Theatre’s delight audiences from five to 95. Two performances will be held Smashing Pumpkins, is simple: Gui- omissions failed to put a damper on a fessional singers from the St. Paul audiences since its 1973 West End season with The Music Man on May tarist and singer Brian Aubert, he of great show by a great rock and roll Choir performing compositions by premier in London. In 1975, Rocky 3, 2013. Winner of five Tony Awards, on Saturday, December 1, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the theater, 1000 the raspy voice that can both sooth band that more people should be fa- such composers as Tchaikovsky, Horror was adapted to film starring including Best Musical, The Music and scream, is backed by Nikki miliarizing themselves with. Verdi, Mozart and Donizetti. The Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Barry Man has been adapted to films and North Avenue in Westfield. Tickets eclectic program also features a Bostwick receiving rave reviews. had numerous stage revivals. are $10 each and can be reserved by Spanish Zarzuela aria, as well as The show runs Fridays and Satur- Tickets to all performances are on calling the box office (908) 232- Victor Herbert’s “I want to be a days at 8 p.m., October 19, through sale now at www.cdctheatre.org, or 1221. Prima Donna.” November 3. There will be a mid- at the Box Office located at 78 The Emperor’s New Clothes is The performers for this concert night performance on October 27, Winans Avenue, Cranford, during a once again sponsored by Josephine are Samantha Dango, John-Andrew and a Halloween performance on performance. Ward and Eileen Ward-Conway, Fernandez, Julia Fernandez, Carey October 31. The 2012-13 season is made pos- broker of Elegant Homes Realty Hackett, David Murray, and Brian Also this fall, CDC Theatre will be sible in part by the New Jersey State featuring the Savannah in down- Vanderberge. As well as singing in bringing back its Children’s Produc- Council on the Arts through grants town Westfield, the James Ward the St. Paul’s Choir, they also per- tion with Disney’s Camp Rock: The administered by the Union County Mansion, and Ward and O’Donnell form individually throughout the Musical on Friday, December 7. Office of Cultural and Heritage Af- Property Management Company. region, the United States, Europe Based on the 2008 Disney Channel fairs. and Asia. Fabio Bezuti, well-known movies, it tells the story of Mitchie, CDC Theatre is a nonprofit, all Brazilian artist, is the pianist for her friends, and a summer at Camp volunteer, community theatre offer- Underground Railroad this event. Rock. With rival Camp Star across ing award-winning plays and musi- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is the lake, and the survival of Camp cals since 1919. One of the longest Lecture Announced located at 414 East Broad Street in Rock at stake, Mitchie gets her fel- continuously producing theatre ELIZABETH – The Union Westfield. A $10 donation is sug- low Camp Rockers into shape for a groups in New Jersey, it reaches out County Civil War Sesquicentennial gested. There is no reserved seat- showdown. to all audiences, offering senior rates, Committee invites the public to hear ing. For more information, call For 2013, William Gibson’s The family oriented theatre, and provi- a special lecture by Dr. Linda (908) 232-8506 or email Miracle Worker will open on Febru- sions for those needing assistance. Caldwell Epps about the Under- [email protected]. ary 8, 2013. Based on Helen Keller’s ground Railroad and view new dis- Deutscher Club to Host plays in the Civil War Exhibition at the Union County Courthouse in Service Auction Elizabeth on Thursday, October 11, The CLARK — A Service Auction will beginning at 2 p.m. MUSIC CLUB…The 2012-2013 Officers of the Junior Musical Club were be held at Deutscher Club of Clark, Born and raised in Elizabeth, Dr. recently announced. Pictured, left to right, are: Samantha Tropper, hospitality; Westfield Art Association 787 Featherbed Lane, Clark, on Fri- Epps is a past-president of the New Katherine Purachev, treasurer; Kristin Hauge, vice-president–program; Joanne day, October 26, at 6:30 p.m. Jersey Historical Society. She Li, president; Belle Lin, secretary and Neeraj Shekhar, vice-president– auditions sponsors Prices include German food, your earned degrees from Rutgers Uni- and website manager. choice of four entrees; beer, wine and versity and Seton Hall University, soda; hot pretzels, dessert and coffee. and her doctorate from Drew Uni- Artworks in Westfield Raffles for door prizes will also be versity. Junior Musical Club of held. Items and services are $40 - 50 The lecture will be held in the percent off of value. courtroom of Hon. Karen M. Westfield Begins New Season Sidewalk Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 Cassidy, Assignment Judge of the at the door and can be purchased at Superior Court, Union County WESTFIELD — The Junior Mu- all club members in duets and group Deutscher Club office. For additional Courthouse, 2 Broad Street, Eliza- sical Club, a club consisting of performances. In June, the high information, call (732) 574-8600. beth, New Jersey. eighth grade and high school stu- school senior members perform at Show and Sale dents from Westfield and nearby the Graduation Recital. towns, will begin its 2012-2013 In order to become a member, a Paintings, Sculpture season with a meeting in Westfield musician must perform at one of at the home of Neeaj Shekhar on the auditions scheduled three times Sunday, October 21. a year, in November, February and Printmaking, Photography The new officers of the executive June. The next audition for the Jun- board are: Joanne Li, president; ior Musical Club will be held on WAA Awards Totaling Up To $1000. Neeraj Shekhar, vice president of Sunday, November 11, at the home auditions; Kristin Hauge, vice presi- of a Junior Musical Club member. dent of programs; Katherine It is open to rising eighth through 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Purachev, treasurer; Belle Lin, sec- twelfth graders from Westfield and retary; Cindy Gong, publicity; and the immediate vicinity that play any Sunday, October 21 Samantha Tropper, hospitality. instrument or are vocalists. Rain Date: Sunday, October 28 The club holds meetings once Those auditioning must perform each month on Sunday evening at two pieces in contrasting styles. To- in the homes of various club mem- tal playing time should be five to Downtown Westfield bers. Each meeting consists of dis- eight minutes in length. Those au- cussions about future ensemble conditioning are encouraged to per- certs or events that the club could form some portion of a piece from co-sponsored by attend, and club members perform memory. If a musician needs an Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce some of their current repertoire for accompanist, the auditioner is ex- CONCHQUISTADORES…Members of New Jersey Workshop for the Arts one another. The club holds two pected to provide one. conch shell ensemble, the Conchquistadores, participated in the Guinness Book of World Records Conch Shell Blowing Contest. The event, held in conjunction concerts each year at the First Bap- To obtain an audition form and/ The Westfield Art Association is registered as a tist Church of Westfield, open to or to request the name of a possible non-profit 501[c]3 Corporation under IRS Regulations with the Arts and Sea Glass Festival, took place on September 29 at Ship Bottom on Long Beach Island. The Conchquistadores gave musical pointers to their the public and free of charge. The accompanist, call Neeraj Shekhar fellow conch shell players prior to the competition and also performed a mini- Ensemble Concert occurs on an at (908) 917-1164 or email concert of Hawaiian music. evening in March, and it features [email protected]. Page S-1 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary GREEN RUSHES FOR 2 TDs, RICE RUNS FOR 2 TDs; THOMAS, FOLINUSZ, DWYER 1 TD EACH Cougar Gridders Hold Off Raiders’ Comeback, 26-20

By DAVID B. CORBIN half by the huge Raider line. team effort. There were 11 of us for 34 yards, including a one- began at midfield and consisted Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “Our line was taking care of and 11 of them. We might have yard TD plunge with 49 seconds of nine running plays that ended Trailing 19-0 early in the fourth their line. We were pushing them lost, but we kept going,” Raider remaining in the first half. with Dwyer’s one-yard bash into quarter, the Scotch Plains- into the back. We were really defensive lineman Anthony With the exception of the Cou- the end zone with 49.2 seconds Fanwood High School football hitting them hard, and Reggie Tufaro said. gars’ final drive, the first half was left in the half. Raider defensive team caught fire, but the Cranford had nowhere to go. Our line- Green completed three of four controlled by both defenses. lineman James Kaiser blocked Cougars had just enough retar- backers were filling. It was a pass attempts, all to Chris Folinusz delivered a pair of quar- the extra point attempt. dant to hold onto a 26-20 victory The Raiders began a drive to in a game that went down to the start the third quarter that ended final play before being decided at in a failed 26-yard field goal at- Memorial Field in Cranford on tempt. The Cougars answered October 12. with an 80-yard, eight-play scor- Running backs, sophomore ing drive when Green sprinted 21 Emendo Thomas and senior Dein yards for the score with 41.2 Rice, provided the spark that seconds left in the third quarter. ignited the 4-2 Raiders’ late The two-point conversion run comeback. Thomas carried 10 came up short. times in the second half for 115 The Raiders’ next possession yards, which included a 31-yard halted abruptly when Cougar touchdown (TD) run and a 39- defensive back John Oblachinski yard sprint. He finished with 120 made the first of his two inter- yards rushing. Rice totaled 92 ceptions, and with the ball on the yards on 17 carries, including a Raider 39, it took only four plays two-yard TD, but also he turned for the Cougars to up their lead a reception into a 51-yard TD. to 19-0 when Green slipped in “I just didn’t want to go down. from the one with 10:28 left of I knew that my team needed me, the game. so I had to step up and make In slightly over a minute, the plays. I have too much fight in Raiders marched 66 yards on me. When my coach called my four plays for the score, which number, I knew I had to step up, included Thomas’ 39-yard run and I knew that the big guys in and Rice’s two-yard TD run. How- front of me were going to get me ever, the Cougars responded with there,” Thomas said. emphasis, covering 68 yards on Cougar quarterback Reggie six plays, including Folinusz’s 39- Green rushed for 214 yards on yard reception and Green’s 35- 26 carries and had respective TD Story on page 12 yard TD sprint to make the score, runs of 21 yards and one yard in 26-7, with 5:24 remaining. the second half, but he was lim- of The Westfield Leader After Corey Bell’s 31-yard re- ited to just 61 yards in the first ception, Thomas shed several David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times would be tacklers and dashed 31 DIVING FOR A GAIN…Raider running back Emendo Thomas, No. 9, dives over Cougar Kevin Trotter for extra yardage yards for the TD to make the Probitas Verus Honos as Raider Christian Lettieri, No. 51, looks on at Memorial Field in Cranford on October 12. See more photos on score, 26-13, with 4:31 left. www.goleader.com Ballyhoo Sports The Raiders tried an onside kick and succeeded when Danny Van Folinusz for a total of 91 yards, terback sacks and linebacker Nick Brunt recovered it on the Cranford See & Subscribe at including a 35-yard TD strike Diaz added one. Cougar defen- 46. Oblachinski recorded his sec- BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo over the middle. Running back sive back Joe DaSilva had an ond interception, but the Cou- Jimmy Dwyer carried 14 times interception. Raider linebacker gars went three-and-out and Submit commentary and items for publishing. Kevin Maxwell blocked a punt, punted to the Raider 49. Quar- Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste and Thomas had a two-yard sack. terback Owen Monahan con- The 5-1 Cougars’ scoring drive CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 Page S-2 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Cougar Footballers Hold Off SPF Raider Comeback in Fourth Quarter, 26-20 nected with Rice for the 51-yard mas got the ball again and have come down to this, but let the first half get us down, and to win more games,” Green said. TD to tighten the score, 26-20, scrambled all over the field but kudos to them for fighting back. we came back even stronger,” The Cougars will have a situa- with 2:52 left. was eventually brought down We got to play better in these Thomas said. tion this Friday, October 19, when A second onside kick failed when near the 25 as time ran out. situations,” Green said. “We started off a little slowly they host 18th-ranked, 6-0 Ridge Folinusz smothered the ball, but “We knew they were not going “Emendo and Dein had a very and we dug ourselves in a hole. at 7 p.m. some penalties and a bad snap to back down from us. I saw last good game. The linemen, all five Then the whole rest of the game, “It’s a big challenge for us. No gave the Raiders possession at week, they were down 13-0 in of us were pushing ourselves, and we were getting ourselves out of one expects us to win the game. the Cougar 48 with 16.3 seconds the fourth quarter and came back the tight ends and running backs it. We were making their team We are going to work hard to remaining. Thomas added a 10- to win. But it really came down to were keeping their guys out and make mistakes. We made a few. really do our thing next week, yard run and a two-yard run to we made too many mistakes, too gave us holes for Emendo and We couldn’t capitalize when we and hopefully, we will come out put the ball on the 36 with time many penalties on offense, jump- Dein to make plays,” Tufaro said. were inside the red zone, but we with a win,” Green said. left for just one more play. Tho- ing offside. The game should not “I was trying to get into the end are really emotional right now, Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 0 6 6 14 26 zone for whatever it took. My and we are going to come back Cranford 0 0 0 20 20 receivers and my linemen did a next week stronger,” Tufaro said. good job of getting their blocks. “It’s good to have these situa- I am proud of my team. We didn’t tions. In the future, it will help us Probitas Verus Honos

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times COUGAR ATHLETES OF THE WEEK…Erica Faraone, a senior on the varsity field hockey team, scored the winning goal against Westfield on Saturday in the first round of the Union County Tournament. She leads the team’s offense this season. Connor McMahon, a junior on the varsity cross-country team, had recent times of 17:07 at the Stewart Memorial and 17:27 at the Shore Coaches Invitational, helping the boys team place at the top of the standings in both events. Page S-3 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary DEVIL PROZUK SCORES GOAL OFF SHEIL’S THROW-IN, COUGAR HOFFMAN MAKES 9 SAVES Blue Devils Sting Cougars in UCT Boys Soccer, 1-0 By DAVID B. CORBIN put one in on us. Unfortunately, Even though he is not one of low count. Blue Devil goalkeeper “I just have to throw it in long Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times at that point when we were down the tall men, Smith managed to Dan LaCorte made three saves, and the kids who are 6’5” tall Sophomore Mike Prozuk scored a goal, and we go down a man, it get his head on the ball several while Cougar keeper Zach have to knock it in. I just got to a goal in the second half off makes it awfully difficult to climb times as a result of Sheils’ long Hoffman made nine. throw it in. They do all the work. junior Zach Sheil’s long throw-in back into the game,” Cougar Head throw-ins. “The defense was really solid. They are hungry for the ball. to give the second-seeded Coach Greg Campbell said. “It’s easier, because they We went up 1-0. Clearly, we got They just got to get a touch from Westfield High School boys soc- “Zach has a pretty dangerous [Cranford] are always attracted the shutout. They [defense] have that close and they go in,” Sheil cer team a 1-0 victory over throw. We’ve scored a lot of goals to the tall people, so I’m in there been keeping us in a lot of tough explained. Cranford in a very spirited Union off that like we did today. Mike sometimes to get my head on it,” games. Hopefully, we can score The Blue Devils hope to win County Tournament (UCT) scored a nice goal off that throw. Smith explained. more goals to make it easier for their semifinal game so they can quarterfinal game with empha- It’s been working a lot, because The Blue Devils took the lion’s them,” Smith said. face the defending champion sis at Gary Kehler Stadium in we have a couple of tall bodies in share of the shots at and on goal The decisive play came with Raiders for the UCT title. The two Westfield on October 13. there, so that throw is really ef- with 11 to the Cougars’ three, 24:00 remaining when Sheil’s rivals met twice this season and The 7-2-4 Blue Devils experi- fective, and we are allowed to get but Westfield’s defense was pri- long throw-in from the left side- both games ended up in a 1-1, enced a very different Cougar a lot of opportunities,” Blue Devil marily responsible for keeping line found Prozuk, who headed overtime deadlock. team that they had defeated ear- co-captain Henry Smith said. Cranford’s dangerous shots at a the ball into the net. “Scotch Plains is a great team. lier in the season. The 7-7 Cou- We respect them so much. Both gars have been on a very com- Story on page 11 times the games were really simi- petitive roll, which included a 5- lar. It’s been 1-1 both times. We 4, overtime loss to top-ranked of The Westfield Leader scored the first goal each time. Scotch Plains-Fanwood on Octo- They scored, and we’ve just been ber 4 and a 2-1 UCT victory over going back-and-forth. They may A.L. Johnson on October 6. have had the better of posses- The emphasis came not only sion, but I think we had a lot of with the improved play of both chances. Overtime, I hit the teams, but also with the addition crossbar that second game. The of three yellow cards and a red first game, we had a chance in card that caused the Cougars to overtime, so it’s just about fin- play with one man down in the ishing those opportunities. Hope- second half. fully, we will see them in the “Cranford came out a lot better county final,” Smith said. than last time. They have im- Cranford 0 0 0 proved a lot. Unfortunately, they Westfield 0 1 1 were a man down. They held it together. They still played well, See More Photos on next page but we came out on top this time,” Sheil said. “I thought we were evenly Please Support matched. We were coming in with a lot of confidence. We felt Cranford High School we were going to have opportunities in this game. Actually, op- Sports Programs portunities on net for both teams were very limited. They have the long throw, which is very difficult to defend, especially with a few guys with height. The match-ups caused problems. That’s how they Go Cougars! David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Probitas Verus Honos NUDGING FOR POSITION…Cougar defender Jake Waleski, No. 12, and Blue Devil center midfielder Henry Smith, No. Go and See a Game! 3, nudge each other for position near the Cranford goal area at Kehler Stadium on October 13. Page S-4 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary

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Lady Cougars Swamp Soccer Cougars Rap Soccer Crusaders Dover HS Boys, 4-2 The Cranford High School girls Tommy Trotter netted three soccer team improved to 9-1 goals and Tommy Paparatto with a 4-1 victory over A.L. notched a goal and an assist for Johnson on October 9, Siobhan the 7-6 Cranford High School McGovern tapped in a pair of boys soccer team in a 4-2 tri- goals, while Elyse McKenzie and umph over Dover on October 9. Mairead McKeary (assist) each Mike Helmstetter and Ryan netted a goal for the Lady Cou- Wright added assists. gars. Dover 1 1 2 Cranford 4 0 4 FH Cougars Shut Out Columbia Girls, 1-0 Cougars Nip Westfield The Cranford High School field hockey team recorded a 1-0 shut- In UCT Field Hockey out of the Columbia Cougars on The Cranford High School field October 9. Charley Hurley, on an hockey team defeated assist from Erica Faraone, scored Westfield, 1-0, in the first round Cranford’s sole goal. Jessica of the Union County Tourna- McCoy made four stops. ment on October 13 when Erica Faraone, on an assist from Lucy Columbia 0 0 0 Allen, fired in a second-half goal. Cranford 1 0 1 Page S-5 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Franklin Warriors Overwhelm Struggling Westfield Blue Devil Footballers, 35-0 Page S-6 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Looks to Appeal Decision On Birchwood Development

By DELL SIMEONE night’s debate at 8 p.m. in the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader conducted, not in Cranford, [not] by its planning board, but in Su- courtroom/committee chambers CRANFORD – Township Attor- perior Court in Elizabeth in Au- of the municipal building on ney Philip Morin told the Cranford gust as ordered by Judge Springfield Avenue between Township Committee Tuesday Chrystal.” Democrat Tom Hannen, Jr. and night that he received a copy of Judge Chrystal is still awaiting Republican Scott Mease, both of a letter from state Superior Court the recommendations of Judge whom are vying for Mr. Judge Lisa F. Chystal, which was Douglass Wolfson, the hearing Robinson’s seat on the township written by Stephen Eisendorfer, examiner, and from Elizabeth committee. The election will de- the attorney for Cranford Devel- McKenzie, the special master. termine which party has control opment Associates, (CDA), the In other business, the town- of the governing body in 2013. company which seeks to develop ship committee adopted an ordi- Republicans currently have a 3-2 215/235 Birchwood Avenue for a nance increasing certain swim majority on the committee. Mr. 360-unit apartment complex, 60 pool utility fees. Under the new Robinson, a Republican, is not of which would affordable units. ordinance, the price for all levels seeking reelection this year. CDA had sued the township via swim lessons at the summer pool REBUILDING AFTER IRENE... Union County Freeholders Bette Jane Kowalski a Builder’s Remedy Lawsuit, and at Orange Avenue and at Cen- Order of Eastern Star and Mohamed Jalloh present Barry O’Donovan of Cranford with a resolution in December of 2011, Judge tennial Avenue will be member To Hold Craft Fair congratulating him on receiving the United States Business Administration’s Chrystal decided in favor of the fee of $80 for nine swimming Phoenix Award for his efforts to rebuild his business, the Kilkenny House developer. Cranford was vulner- lessons, and the non-member CRANFORD – A craft fair, spon- Restaurant & Pub in Cranford, that was severely damaged by flooding following able because it has not met its fee will be $85 for seven lessons. sored by Azure Chapter, Order of Hurricane Irene in August 2011. Phoenix Awards are given to individuals whose fair share housing obligations as At the winter pool on Centennial the Eastern Star of New Jersey, efforts and contributions have enabled their businesses or communities to set forth by the state’s Mount Avenue, the member fee will $70 will be held this Sunday, October recover successfully from a disaster. Laurel agreement. for seven lessons and non-mem- 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the The letter sent by Mr. ber fee will be $85 for seven Masonic Lodge Hall, located at Eisendorfer to Judge Chrystal lessons. 478 South Avenue, East, in proposed an order of final judg- The committee also adopted Cranford. Garwood Dem. Candidates ment, and confirms that the town- an ordinance designating the por- The event will feature home ship has complied with the court tion of Walnut Avenue from North décor, antiques and collectibles, mandate to amend its Master Avenue to Lexington Avenue a Christmas merchandise, holiday Hold Q&A at The Pointe Plan and adopt an ordinance al- 25 mph zone. crafts, jewelry, gourmet food lowing the CDA to develop the items, handbags, wood crafts and By CHRISTINA M. HINKE after voters opposed it three The committee also adopted Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Birchwood property. This step an ordinance on first reading, other gifts and items. There also times prior. had to be taken before the town- which would amend the Cranford will be a bake sale. Admission GARWOOD – The Democratic “We got a new building out of ship can appeal the court’s deci- Municipal Code relating to the and parking will be free. candidates for borough council that, renovated Washington sion. Mr. Morin said the basis of historic preservation advisory The Order of the Eastern Star, held a question-and-answer ses- School, renovated Lincoln School the appeal is to question all as- board and procedure relating to founded in 1870, is one of the sion with borough residents at and knocked down Franklin pects of the trial court’s decision. designation of landmarks and largest fraternal organizations in The Pointe’s clubhouse Thursday School,” she said. She served on “We’re confident the court can districts. The purpose, as stated the world open to men and night. Ann Palmer and Bill the BOE for seven years, includ- now say that Cranford is in com- by the ordinance, is to preserve women. It is a charitable and Nierstedt discussed their experi- ing as president of the BOE. pliance with its obligation with the historical, cultural, architec- educational association that pro- ence, reasons for running for Mr. Nierstedt, a professional regard to affordable housing, and tural, and social heritage of the vides support to both members council, the challenges they see planner, noted he is the principal if so, the township will then be township. A hearing and final and non-members. for Garwood, their plan for the author of the Garwood land use protected from exclusionary zon- adoption of this ordinance will be The Cranford chapter sponsors future of Garwood, and why they ordinance. He served as planner ing litigation for 10 years,” Mr. held at a future meeting. various fund-raising events to are better qualified than their for the borough for eight years Morin said. “We welcome the fi- Mayor David Robinson urged support its multiple charitable Republican opponents, Mike Mar- when he moved to the munici- nal judgment and the opportu- the public to attend tonight’s projects, including the Eastern tin and incumbent Timothy Hak. pality 25 years ago, and now is nity to pursue our legal argu- Star Home in Bridgewater. For Ms. Palmer said she was proud planner for the City of Plainfield. ments in relation to the trial court more information about the Or- of getting a school referendum “I think that being a planner decision. The site plan hearing Probitas Verus Honos der of the Eastern Star, call (908) passed when she served on the really helps when understanding on the Birchwood property was 789-0813. local board of education (BOE), CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 Page S-7 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Gwd Dem. Candidates Hold Q&A at The Pointe Local Letters to the Editor how government works,” Mr. Transit Village designation. much accomplished if they went Garwood Campaign Is About What Nierstedt said. It allows him to The Democratic council candi- to referendum each time an ex- “look at the impacts of every dates said their agenda is to pense comes up on the agenda. project and look at how it is going have those sites rezoned with “If we do ask the taxpayer to All Residents Want From Their Gov’t to benefit the people who live locations similar to The Pointe, spend a little more money they It’s about understanding what not just shake your hand and there and impact the neighbor- with the ultimate goal of adding are going to say no,” Ms. Palmer hood around it and how to miti- more train stops in Garwood. all Garwood residents want from give you my picture and a pen. said. She said she did not give their government to help make It does not matter what the gate those impacts to make it The Pointe residents asked about thought to having the AFC on a less of one on those neighbors,” having properties reassessed be- their lives better. candidates want. It’s “We the referendum. When I do I would like to re- People,” right? Not “We the can- he said. “Being a planner helps to cause they have said their taxes Both candidates are in favor of understand how to address those are unfairly higher than the ma- spond to the Garwood Borough didates.” a borough newsletter and would Council Democratic candidates’ But I have a problem. You impacts in a comprehensive and jority of the taxpayers. push to have it published quar- fair fashion.” Ms. Palmer said it would cost letter in the October 11 issue of may not have the time or op- terly. this paper. portunity to talk when I do. So “We both have many more the borough some $200,000 to Ms. Palmer said she and Mr. years of experience…and under- reassess the properties of My opponents say I have no I want to ask you a favor – Nierstedt have come to a com- political experience. That’s true. please call me. Here’s my cell stand Garwood a little better,” Garwood. “I’m not sure if promise on bulk pick up, and he said in comparison to their $200,000 is worth a couple hun- I’m just like any other Garwood number: (908) 967-3498. I own would look into a program where resident who thinks about the a local business so my time is opponents. dred dollars on everyone’s taxes,” the borough facilitates the bulk Taxes and the Athletic Field she said. things that touch all our daily flexible and I’ll always make the pick up, and the residents who lives: did the trash get picked up time to listen to what you have Complex (AFC) were the two big- The Pointe residents said they choose to take part would pay for gest issues residents questioned were told their taxes would be this morning? Is that annoying to say. I hope you can call, but the use. pothole on South Avenue fixed if you can’t then e-mail me at them when both candidates cam- about $10,000, and they have The current council is made up paigned door-to-door, Ms. Palmer said that their taxes are actually yet? The great Democratic politi- [email protected]. of a Republican majority. Demo- cian Tip O’Neal was right when I will not criticize my oppo- said. about $12,000 o $14,000. They cratic Council President Keith “Taxes are something we need asked to have their taxes cut he said all politics is local. And I nents. That’s a big waste of time. Sluka’s, who is not seeking re- believe any citizen so inclined A good use of our time will be to to keep under control,” Mr. about $2,000. election this year, and Republi- Nierstedt said. “The thought of cutting should step up and get involved talk to each other over the next can Councilman Timothy Hak’s, in local politics. few weeks and figure out who “We do support the athletic anyone’s taxes $2,000 is not terms end this year. field,” Ms. Palmer said. “Most of going to happen,” Mr. Nierstedt This campaign is not about can best apply common sense “We think the current Republi- me. It’s about you. It’s about and lead us to find solutions to the residents were in favor of the said. “The market price for these cans are arguing against them- athletic field,” she said when they units are set based on what you understanding what all Garwood our problems. selves,” Ms. Palmer said. “We residents want from their gov- God bless you. God bless went door-to-door campaigning. paid for it.” think replacing some with two Having Garwood merge with The candidates were also asked ernment to help make their lives America. Democrats would just make a better. So I’ve been trying to Westfield was another topic if it is fair that The Pointe resi- more peaceful council.” Mike Martin brought up by voters to the dents do not receive services meet with as many of you as I Garwood GOP Council Candidate When asked if they would sup- can to find out what you want, Democrats in their campaigning. that other homeowners do report redistricting or a resolution “We don’t ever want to merge ceive. in support of Berkeley Heights’ with Westfield,” Mr. Nierstedt said. “Fair is not a good question, discussion to secede from Union “We like the small town it is.” because I did not buy into it. The County, Ms. Palmer said she was See Another Letter to the Editor on Next Page “The more shared services you people who bought The Pointe “not informed of what is going on enter into the more you make bought into it,” Mr. Nierstedt said. at the county level.” yourself not a community,” he He said the redeveloper did not “If there is waste going on we GW Mayor to Hold Sat. Office Hours on Oct. 20 said. He later said he would hope propose streets on the site, and would want an investigation and the borough could share services therefore the borough does not I would support something like GARWOOD – Garwood Mayor Mayor Quattrocchi has set aside with Cranford or Westfield on plow private roads, or pay for that,” Ms. Palmer said. Patricia Quattrocchi will be avail- the mornings of the third Satur- using the equipment necessary electricity of lights or water for “When you have a 9-0 incum- able in her office at Garwood day of each month for this pur- to maintain the turf field, since fire hydrants on private roads. bency I don’t think that’s correct. Borough Hall this Saturday morn- pose. However, she is also avail- those towns already own such Ms. Palmer had recently spoke You have to have different ideas,” ing, October 20, to meet with able to address resident issues equipment. at a borough council meeting Mr. Nierstedt said. “The county residents. and concerns by appointment Both candidates support rede- about opposing a referendum for government is not going to re- Any resident wishing to speak during the borough’s regular busi- veloping the borough further, in- the upcoming vote on capital district.” with the mayor regarding any ness hours, via the Internet at cluding industrial buildings that expenses that is said to be about issue is encouraged to stop in [email protected] or by were selected as potential rede- $200,000, and was asked to ex- between the hours of 10 a.m. phone at (908) 789-0710. velopment sites by NJ Transit plain her position. She said the Probitas Verus Honos and noon. No appointment is Borough Hall is located at 403 during its study for Garwood’s council would not be able to get necessary. South Avenue. Page S-8 Thursday, October 18, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary It’s Time to Put a Stop to Malfeasance GW Dem Candidates At All Union County Authorities POLICE BLOTTER To Hold Meet and Greet GARWOOD – The Garwood Union County government’s cilities that are in the clubhouse. Democratic Party has sched- leaky boat is showing more signs From revenue at Galloping Hill, GARWOOD ham, 20, of Woodbridge was ar- uled a “Meet and Greet the of stress. After this year’s mas- we fear the UCIA will assume the Monday, September 17, William rested on charges of possession of a candidates” evening at the sive and disastrous failure of the $25-million new skating rink op- Demars, 50, of Cranford was ar- prohibited weapon, possession of a Knights of Columbus, 37 South county government budget, there erations being built by the UCIA; rested following a motor vehicle weapon for an unlawful purpose, Avenue, from 5 to 8 p.m. this now arises another financial dark or Runnells Specialized Hospital, stop on the 200 block of South possession of drug paraphernalia Friday, October 19. Attendees cloud in that major cash flow if not to be closed, can be re- Avenue and charged with posses- and possession of CDS. Hamilton should enter through the Wil- problems are appearing at their structured and transferred to the sion of CDS and possession of CDS Webster, 27, of Garwood, a passen- low Avenue parking lot. shadow entity, the Union County UCIA. Definitely, the county con- in a motor vehicle. He was pro- ger in the motor vehicle, was ar- Borough Council Democratic Improvement Authority (UCIA). tracts with KemperSports for golf cessed and released with a pend- rested and charged with possession candidates Ann Palmer and Bill The imminent Galloping Hill ban- operations will have to be can- ing court date. of drug paraphernalia and posses- Nierstedt will be available to quet/clubhouse that the UCIA has celled at a cost, and absorbed Tuesday, September 25, Ray sion of CDS. Graham was processed answer questions, discuss con- oversight on, went $10 million into the UCIA. Bailey, 20, of Clark was arrested and released after posting $5,000 cerns and speak one-on-one following a motor vehicle stop on bail. Webster was processed and over the original budget skewing The two shadow entities, UCIA released after posting $7,500 bail. with residents. They promise the 400 block of South Avenue and that no speeches will be made. finances due to the upstream and the UCUA (Union County Utili- charged with DWI, underage con- Saturday, October 6, Dennis sweetheart rental deals to Tay- ties Authority), control a lot of sumption of an alcoholic beverage Clark, 64, of Garwood was ar- Volunteers will be cooking up lor-made and LPGA; their solar- public money. These entities are and having an open container of rested on charges of DWI, leaving hot dogs, sauerkraut, beans, panel program is failing since the not governed by elected officials an alcoholic beverage in a motor the scene of an accident, careless and all the fixings’ in an energy rebates received are 15 but appointed ones – therefore vehicle. He was processed and driving and refusal to give a breath Oktoberfest type of event. Birch percent of what they based their not accountable to the public. released with a pending court date. sample after a resident reported beer and desserts will also be returns on and they forecast re- Monies can be commingled and Sunday, September 30, Frank hearing a crash in the vicinity of available. A fee of $7.50 per bates will only return to 50 per- untraceable. Revenue will be re- Erickson, 35, of Westfield was ar- the 100 block of Willow Avenue. person, and $5 per senior or cent levels; around $100 million moved from the county budget rested and charged with DWI after According to police, Clark was child will be charged. Beer will in short-term notes are at the impacting the taxpayers. This a motor vehicle accident on the observed attempting to back away be available for purchase at the end of their allotted lifetime so move is not for the interests of 200 block of Center Street. He was from the area but due to the Knights of Columbus bar. they need to be formally bonded, the public, but for the UCIA’s processed and released with a damage to his motor vehicle, was which increases debt service. survival. pending court date. unable to do so. He was processed The hard-pressed state govern- Wrong transference of county Wednesday, October 3, Lori and released with a pending court Probitas Verus Honos ment may consolidate the UCIA’s tax money is already happening Shibla, 23, of Garwood was ar- date. Plainfield Park Madison building, as the county is using close to $3 rested on the 400 block of Willow which would dry up rents. The million of our Open Space Trust Avenue and charged with posses- UCIA’s finances are bleeding red fund to pay county employees. sion of stolen property after the and it appears it is the next county One paramount issue, the di- car she was driving was reported entity to financially blow up. The rector of the UCIA grabbing our stolen. She was processed and UCIA needs cash flow to keep it tax money is also the head of the released after posting $2,500 bail. on life support. county freeholders’ political Wednesday, October 3, Eric Gra- In freeholders’ executive ses- party (county Democrats) in sions exposed by the Union charge of fundraising for their Pumpkin Contest County Watchdog Association, political campaigns. Do you think the county is in discussions to the county freeholders will stand On Tap In Garwood transfer operations of the Gal- up for the taxpayers or pay obei- GARWOOD – The Garwood Cel- loping Hill Golf course to the sance to their political boss – ebrations Committee for the First UCIA along with all revenues. the UCIA director in control of Annual Pumpkin Carving and This year, golf fee revenue was their campaigns? Decorating Contest invites resi- reported to be minimum $3.5 It is time to put a stop to this dents to bring their carved or million. The UCIA, which was al- malfeasance. Residents should decorated pumpkins for judging ways the construction end of the write letters to Governor Christie, to the festivities to be held on county operations, is now as- the New Jersey Department of Saturday, October 27, at 11 a.m. suming entertainment and sports Community Affairs, Asm. in the parking lot at Garwood activity functions from the Bramnick, state Attorney Gen- Borough Hall at 403 South Av- Benjamin Corbin for The Westfield Leader county; possibly since their con- eral Chiesa and state Comptrol- enue. struction purpose has hit a ceil- ler Matthew Boxer. FOUNDING FATHERS...Union County College in Cranford celebrates its 79th First, second and third prizes anniversary with a tribute to its founding fathers on Tuesday with an Annual ing of debt. Golf operations also Bruce Paterson will be awarded for various age include the ancillary banquet fa- wreath laying ceremony in the college’s historic tree grove. The event was led by Garwood groups. the Cranford Fire Department Bag Pipers.