Ad Populos, Non Aditus, Pervenimus Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, April 19, 2012 OUR 122nd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 16-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS Lance, Larsen In GOP Primary; Winner to Face Chivukula in Nov. By PAUL J. PEYTON In a phone interview last Thursday, “consistent record of conservative Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mr. Larsen said the Washington, D.C.- principle,” and noting that as a state REGION – Two-term incumbent based Cook Report has listed the Senator he sponsored a New Jersey Rep. Leonard Lance (R) faces his newly realigned Seventh District, Constitutional amendment requiring second straight Republican Primary which now includes 75 towns spread voter approval for state borrowing battle this June when he faces busi- across parts of six counties, as the which was passed “overwhelmingly” nessman David Larsen of Hunterdon most Republican and most conserva- as an election ballot question by vot- County, whom he defeated in a four- tive district in the state. He said 39 ers. candidate field in the 2010 Primary percent of the district’s population is Mr. Larsen said while the Con- Election in the Seventh Congressional new constituents and who are mostly gressman won the party line in all six District. The winner will face Demo- conservatives. counties that make up the district for cratic Assemblyman Upendra “That’s why you see Representa- the 2012 June Primary, GOP county Chivukula of Somerset, a section of tive Lance all of a sudden calling committee members only account for Franklin Township, in November. himself a conservative,” Mr. Larsen around 2,300 people. “It’s not the The Seventh District includes the said, saying the Congressman cam- people in the committees who’s go- Union County towns of Berkeley paigned as a moderate under the old ing to elect the new congressman; it Heights, Clark, Cranford, Garwood, district lines in 2010. is the constituents who are the Pri- Mountainside, New Providence, Mr. Lance, however, described mary voters who are going to elect Summit, Westfield and a small part of himself as the “Ronald Reagan can- the new congressman,” Mr. Larsen Scotch Plains. didate in this race,” saying he has a said. In response, Rep. Lance said he was “grateful” for GOP committee members giving him the party lines in Essex (Millburn only), Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, Union and Warren Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader OPENING DAY PARADE…Westfield Mayor Andy Skibitsky enjoys a ride in a custom New York Yankees convertible as Counties. he makes his way to Gumbert Field from Mindowaskin Park for Westfield Baseball’s Opening Day on Saturday. “Of course I am critical of anybody who’s critical of the convention pro- cess because I think that the county committee members are the grass Dems for Change Challenge Clerk roots of the Republican Party,” Rep. Lance said. He said the new district includes additional communities in Hunterdon and Warren Counties that For Rejecting Candidates Petitions he had represented as a state Senator By DELL SIMEONE Mohamed Jalloh of Roselle, and at- be verified by oath, or other affirma- from the 23rd State Legislative Dis- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader torney Bruce Bergen of Springfield, tion, by one or more of the signers. trict, along with new towns from REGION – Last Wednesday, April who are running on the regular Demo- The circulator must verify, under oath, Morris County. 11, Union County Clerk Joanne crats of Union County ticket in place that each signer is a member of that Mr. Larsen criticized the Congress- Rajoppi threw the Democrats For of retiring Freeholder Deborah party, and has signed his or her own man “for being for earmarks rather Alex Taner for The Westfield Leader Change’ (DFC) proposed slate of Scanlon. name. Furthermore, the circulator CLASSIC AUTOS…Attendees enjoy a day of looking at beautiful, classic cars at than against earmarks,” and for vot- candidates off the June 5 Primary According to legal briefs, the peti- must verify that the petition is pre- the “Wheels and Wishes” car show and auction held Saturday at the Westfield ing in favor of increasing the nation’s Election ballot after questioning the tion is required to have 100 valid pared in good faith for the purpose of National Guard Armory. A portion of every ticket sold was donated to Make-A- debt ceiling to $2.1 trillion. authenticity of signatures on their signatures of county voters of the endorsing the candidates named on Wish New Jersey. In response, the Congressman said nomination petitions. appropriate party. The petitions must CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 he has voted to ban earmarks, but The DFC candidates are Ana Maria supports grants which include such Bercik, an attorney; Carlos Cedena, Westfield Enters Contract things as fire apparatus and emergen- an Elizabeth councilman, and Babe Cranford Homes Looking cies like Hurricane Irene flooding in Darlene Frazier, who is active in the Cranford and other towns. Democratic Party. This slate is sup- For Shared Animal Services Mr. Larsen charged that by voting porting Oscar Ocasio’s bid to run for To Rebuild After Irene By LAUREN S. BARR Fanwood, Garwood, Mountainside to raise the debt ceiling to $2.1 tril- the mayor of Elizabeth against long- By CHRISTINA M. HINKE The zoning board has heard two Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and Cranford, each municipality is lion Mr. Lance actually voted to fund term incumbent Chris Bollwage, and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader other applications seeking similar vari- WESTFIELD – The Westfield required to provide animal-control ser- national healthcare as $105 billion challenging Freeholder incumbents CRANFORD – The township’s zon- ances. The zoning law currently allows Board of Health has made a move to vices and every municipality has its CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Al Mirabella of Fanwood and ing board of adjustment on Monday homes built up to 30 feet high, and the save the town nearly $16,000 by en- own board of health. approved two applications from two applications Monday sought to tering into a shared-service contract Dr. Lawrence Budnick, president homeowners who have decided to raise build their homes to 32 feet in height. with Animal Control Solutions. The of the Westfield Board of Health, told MS Residents Recognized; the height of their homes to avoid fu- Zoning Board Vice-Chairman Jef- town will be ending its contract with The Westfield Leader, “all the towns in ture flood damage to their first-floor frey Pistol told The Westfield Leader Associated Humane Societies, which the county have been trying to do living space after floodwaters from that the township council has been was at a cost of $83,148, and is enter- something about this for years.” He Triboro Gets Complaints Hurricane Irene last year destroyed working on a resolution to allow a ing into a joint contract with Summit said that a few years ago, an animal By DELL SIMEONE Memorial Day with the annual pa- their main living areas. maximum height of 32 feet. and New Providence at a cost of facility had been proposed for a loca- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader rade in Westfield. He also urged One homeowner will actually raise Applicant Robert Veca, of 11 Sum- $67,200 per year. tion in Springfield by the county, but MOUNTAINSIDE — The bor- any veterans to contact the local the foundation of his house, and the mit Road, in the R-1 Zone, was ap- Health Officer Megan Avallone said that he did not count on the project ough council’s meeting on Tuesday VFW Post, which is seeking new other applicant will do away with the proved for four variances to raise his that Associated Humane Societies progressing. night was chuck full of something members. first level of their split-level home and home four-and-a-half feet above the “had always been wonderful” and that While the proposed animal facility for everyone. A real life hero of the The Mabel Young Good Neigh- fill their basement in order to avert recent flood-water level of the dwell- “this is really a financial decision.” is listed on the Union County Im- “Best Generation,” was honored, a bor Award was given to Helen further major flood damage. Both ing. Mr. Veca said his home had 18 She added that if more towns are will- provement Authority’s website, no local high school basketball star Bochert and Debra Schrank. Bill homes are located near Nomahegan inches of water on the first floor as a ing to join in, the costs could be further one answers the phone and the voice was too. Two ladies were awarded Young praised both women as Park and the Rahway River. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 reduced. “mailbox is full.” An e-mail to the the Mabel Young Good Neighbor people who exemplified the mean- The animal-control contract requires authority was not returned as of press Award and the Weeblos took a bow. ing of good neighbors. They are that the company respond to calls for time. Residents who live near the new both active in the community. “I dogs running, injured dogs and cats, Garwood’s 2012 budget listed the Triboro Sports Complex also gave want to thank you for giving ser- stray cats, calls for vicious dogs and cost for animal control as $6,000 and comments in opposition to the new vice to our neighbors,” he said. Ms. complaints regarding wildlife, and Fanwood’s 2011 budget listed its cost facility. Bochert said she has a philosophy follow up after an animal bite, includ- at $18,272. Phone calls to the Scotch William Tomko, a 56-year resi- of life, and that is to be happy. Ms. ing quarantine and rabies testing. Plains health office were not returned dent of Mountainside and a veteran Schrak commented, “The commu- While the Westfield Regional Health as of press time; however, its website of World War II, who distinguished nity is only as good as the people in Department services Westfield, New says that it contracts with the Edison himself by service on the U.S.S. it.” Providence, Roselle Park, Springfield, Animal Shelter. Barnett in both the European and The Weeblos, who are on their Pacific Theatres, participated in in- way to becoming full-fledged Boy vasion of Sicily, the D-Day inva- Scouts, were present and were asked sion of Normandy, and in the inva- by the mayor to stand and take a sion of Okinawa, was awarded an bow. accommodation, supported by State Mayor Mirabella then praised Lo- Senator Tom Kean, Jr. and Assem- gan Kelly, a Governor Livingston blyman Jon Bramnick (both R-21, High School student, for making Westfield), and Assemblywoman the all-county basketball team and Nancy Munoz (R-21, Summit). averaging 24.4 points a game. The The Republic of France, as a mayor said that Logan had 1,324 member of the French Legion of points in his career. Logan an- Honor, has already honored him. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Mr. Tomko has also received a Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader Purple Heart. Mr. Tomko accepted WF Tax Office Open ABOVE FLOOD STAGE…An application by Jose and Mirian Rebelo of 4 his award and thanked Richmond Avenue was approved by the Cranford Zoning Board of Adjustment Mountainside as “a place where I Late on Tues., May 1 on Monday night. They will raise the height of their home to 32 feet, two feet above raised my children.” WESTFIELD — The office of the the current maximum requirement, after suffering severe flood damage caused Mayor Paul Mirabella told the Westfield tax collector will be open on by Hurricane Irene. audience, “This man is a true hero,” Tuesday May 1, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. and thanked him for his sacrifice to 6 p.m. The last date to pay without PAGE INDEX for freedom and Democracy, not a penalty is Monday May 7, 2012. Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 19-20 only to the United States, but also For more information, please con- Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 13-18 to people of other nations. 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By MICHAEL J. POLLACK ever, at present, he is “running back and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader forth” between the house and the admin- WESTFIELD – The Westfield His- istration building on Elm Street, where torical Society continues to renegotiate archives are stored at present. its lease agreement with the town, as it “I’m looking forward to the day when makes its transition to its new home on we have an archives building there, and Mountain Avenue. all our artifacts can be stored at the In an April 8, 2004 The Westfield adjacent building,” he said. Leader editorial, former Westfield His- Only small groups, such as Cub torical Society President Don Mokrauer Scouts, have taken tours of the house said, “With apologies to Voltaire, I main- while construction is in process. Cur- tain that if a permanent home for the rently, Mr. Lipson said, the Society is Westfield Historical Society did not ex- tackling “the nitty-gritty details” such ist, it would be necessary to invent one.” as posting evacuation plans and signage, The Reeve House, at 314 Mountain and placing fire extinguishers in every Avenue, is an 1875 Victorian dwelling room. that William Edgar Reeve’s sons, Edgar Karrie Hanson, the Historical and Ralph, ceded to Westfield in 1985. Society’s Building Committee chair- The Historical Society acquired the woman, touted the work of volunteers, Reeve House to serve as a History and who renovated a house that was in “ter- Cultural Center, with public access to the rible shape” at the outset. Now, she said, Photo courtesy of Sandra Higgins archive collection. The society conducted it is fully compliant – with exit mark- RELAXING REUNION...In March, Kara McLane Burke, Lizzy Flanagan and extensive fundraising to refurbish the ings, etc. – along with updated plumb- Laura Kocaj Callahan, Westfield High School Class of 1988, traveled to Jost Van house and construct a new archive build- ing and electrical work. Dyke, British Virgin Islands. They took the trip because old friends, a glorious ing, which would function as an adjoin- “I want to express my gratefulness. Courtesy of Renee' Payami catamaran, and the spectacular British Virgin Islands is a winning combination ing carriage house. The generosity of people in Westfield SEA...Who is reading The Times? While visiting Grand Cayman, Jake, Briella any day. Historical Society Curator Stan Lipson needs to be remarked upon,” she said. and Kapriana Payami of Scotch Plains toured the Cayman Island Turtle Farm. said the current lease stipulated that the She said the original idea was for the It is an internationally renowned research and conservation center for sea turtles. society was to raise $1.8 million – $1.2 home to house the archives and serve as The interactive experience was fun and interesting — even for this turtle! million for the house’s restoration and a museum. “However,” she said, “It Dems for Change $600,000 for the archive building. The would have resulted in destroying the SP Mayor Nancy Malool Resigns to CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 group raised sufficient funds for the res- interior of the house. In the end, a two- toration, but once the economy soured structure solution was better. Visually, the petition. forts to run candidates the past few after 2008, it struggled to raise the addi- the home is what you would have seen at Take State Government Post The clerk is required to certify the years. tional $600,000. the turn of the century.” ballot by no later than the close of By FRED T. ROSSI memoration of to the September 11, 2001 Oral arguments on both sides, the “From a technical, legal point of view, Before entering, visitors will notice Specially Written for The Westfield Leader attacks. “It’s been a great experience,” business day of the 53rd day prior to DFC, and the attorneys for the Regu- the Historical Society is not in compli- the restored original porch, complete she said, saying she believed she had the date of the Primary Election (June ance with the lease,” Mr. Lipson said. with ornate decorative lattice work. Once SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch Plains lar Democratic Party of Union Mayor Nancy Malool announced on “served with conviction” during what 5). The clerk also is required to draw County, were heard by state Superior “We can’t go back and raise the funds by through the doors, guests will be greeted she described as “the most difficult eco- the deadline, which has already passed; by a curved wall, with all-original mold- Tuesday that she would resign from her for ballot position by 3 p.m. on that Court Judge Lisa F. Chrystal on Mon- position early next month to take a posi- nomic times.” She thanked township em- 53rd day prior to the Primary elec- they would like to bring us into compli- ing, in the front entrance. She said the ployees for their “hard work and dedica- day. Mr. Capece is representing DFC ance …so the easiest way out was to society strove to retain the home’s “inte- tion in state government. tion. Objections to the petitions must while the Regular Democratic Party With what she said were “mixed emo- tion to our town,” and concluded by renegotiate the lease, and I think every- rior integrity,” down to its acoustic prop- saying it had been “an honor to serve the be filed with the clerk no later than candidates’ attorney are Kraig Dowd one is working towards that goal, but erties. tions,” the mayor read a statement at the the fourth day after the last day for and Robert Renaud of Cranford. end of the township council’s regular people of Scotch Plains.” these things take time.” Considering all the effort that went Her council colleagues filing petitions. This year that day Ms. Rajoppi told The Leader that Town Administrator Jim Gildea could into getting this far, she said, “I don’t meeting announcing her plans, which she said were sat seemingly stunned as was April 9. on Monday, April 16, Judge Chrystal not elaborate on the negotiations, which feel frustrated that we’re not further the mayor read her an- According to legal briefs, Ms. are taking place in executive session, but [along]…I did not expect to see the motivated by a desire to issued a restraining order to her, bar- “put my family first.” She nouncement, and then, one Rajoppi defended her decision by ring the drawing of positions on the he did offer an e-mail statement. archive building going up right now.” by one, paid tribute to Mrs. “We are currently in lease [negotia- She said after the Society gets “settled said her new position, as contending that the petition by the Primary ballot until she has made a director of shared services Malool, with Democratic DFC contained 71 invalid signatures tions] with the Westfield Historical Soci- and organized,” it can fully welcome the Councilman Kevin Glover, decision on the matter, which was ety, which we expect to wrap up fairly public to its rotating exhibits. The next in the Department of Com- and the names of invalid voters. She expected today. Phone calls to Mr. munity Affairs, was the who will face Mrs. DePaola soon,” he wrote. “They still have a cur- phase, she said, will involve a separate in the mayoral race in No- said that some of the signatures be- Barry and to Mr. Renaud were not rent lease agreement with the town, and fundraiser for the carriage house. third government position longed to Republicans and the peti- returned by press deadline. she has been offered in the vember, telling the mayor they continue to work to restore the prop- “There’s a lot of planning,” she said. that she “brought a calming tion contained duplicate names and erty and to very shortly open the doors to “Once we launch that process again, past year. She turned down the first two posts out of a civility to this community.” fraudulent signatures. She further said reading is good for you! the public to learn about the history of we’ll have to go through the same proce- Mrs. DePaola, saying she that one of the persons circulating the Westfield through tours and exhibits.” dures, so I’m expecting that it’ll be a desire, she said, to finish her term as mayor at the Nancy Malool was “shocked” by the an- petitions, Fabiola Rios of Elizabeth, Mr. Lipson’s role includes managing, relatively long-term process because you nouncement, thanked Mrs. caring for and documenting the collec- need two active committees working end of this year. was not credible. Union County Last month, the township Republican Malool for her service while Councilman Counsel Robert Barry advised her in tions, as well as helping to answer the side-by-side going out and raising the William Vastine lauded the mayor’s public’s research-based questions. money. But I think right now, the feel- Committee failed to endorse Mrs. Malool her decision. for a second term, instead backing Deputy “strong service to the town.” Councilman He said “dramatic progress” has been ing is that we need to get used to being Michael Marcus said the mayor had She also has relied on the testi- made both in moving a significant por- in the space and figure out how best to Mayor Mary DePaola for mayor. Two mony of Dennis Kobitz, an adminis- weeks ago, the mayor said she would “shown great commitment to the town.” tion of documents into archival-storage welcome the public to the new head- Once the mayor’s seat officially is trator for the Union County Board of boxes and indexing the collections. How- quarters.” challenge Mrs. DePaola for the nomina- Elections, who said that 13 signa- tion in the June Primary Election. vacated in early May, the township Re- On Tuesday, Mayor Malool said her publican Committee will put forth to the tures were invalid, and that a number council three names to fill Mrs. Malool’s of the signatures seemed to be sub- decision to resign was “not politically goleader.com/subscribe GOP Primary motivated; it was not to get me out of this seat and serve as mayor until the mayoral mitted by the same person. She also job or out of the election.” election in November. Township Attor- relied on Lisa Hugelmayer, the clerk CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 She briefly listed several achievements ney Jeffrey Lehrer told The Westfield of the Union County Board of Elec- federal dollars from this increase will friendly atmosphere in the State of she was most proud of during her tenure, Leader that the council will then have to tions. be used to “kick start” the healthcare New Jersey and throughout this great which began on January 1, 2009, after approve one of those names—one of Petitions were supposed to be filed MS Council act in 2013. country,” Mr. Larsen said. He said more than six years as a council member. which, he said, could very well be that of by April 6 in order to be on the ballot. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “Lance voted to fund Obamacare,” reducing regulations and federal cor- She singled out the creation of the Spe- Mrs. DePaola. And with the remaining However, because of the Good Fri- nounced that he has chosen to at- Mr. Larsen charged, noting that he is porate taxes would create more busi- cial Improvement District, her annual four council members split evenly be- Valentine’s Day dinner for veterans and tween Democrats and Republicans, it is day holiday, the deadline was ex- tend Rutgers University in the fall opposed to the new law now being ness volume thus resulting in more possible a deadlock could result. tended to Monday, April 9. By 4 p.m. by donning a Rutgers cap. challenged in a case before the United new businesses and jobs. last year’s 10-year anniversary com- Monday, the county clerk notified During the public portion of the States Supreme Court. Looking at the General Election, DFC Campaign Manager Tony meeting residents for Mountainside “The charge is ridiculous,” Mr. Mr. Lance also criticized Assembly- Montiero that a challenge had been and Springfield who live near the Lance said. “I opposed Obamacare, man Chivukula for not living in the filed. Hearings were held Tuesday new Triboro Spots Complex com- voted against it, have voted for its Seventh Congressional District. “He Cranford Board of Adj. and Wednesday, April 10 and April mented on the complex. complete repeal, (and) have voted, I has indicated he has no intention of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 11. Lino Seconoli, of Charles Street, believe, 26 times” against all or por- moving into the Congressional Dis- result of Irene. ing in the house with damage to the DFC attorney Frank Capece ob- said, “I don’t understand how you tions of the Affordability Act. trict before the election,” the Con- “I haven’t lived in my house since walls and with their kitchen unus- jected to the limited time frame for cannot be concerned about envi- Rep. Lance said he voted to raise gressman charged. “Let me say I Irene,” he said. He is living in a rental able. Their plans are to fill the base- voters to respond to allegations of ronmental issues here such as water the debt ceiling “because I believe would never run in a Congressional home. He has decided to raise his house ment with dirt, with a cement slab false or forged signatures. Testimony runoff, and traffic night and day. it’s fundamental that America pay its District where I did not live.” using out-of-pocket expenses, he said. over the top, as the Federal Emer- was taken on both days. By the end of It’s got to be about the money, we bills and pay its bills on time.” He Repeated efforts to arrange a phone Part of his renovations include a bay gency Management Agency (FEMA) April 11, Ms. Rajoppi had rejected don’t need this. If the Postmaster is said last summer’s debt ceiling legis- interview for this article with Assem- window, with a cantilever that juts out requires, they told The Leader. all three DFC freeholder candidate concerned about the safety of his lation “cuts spending more than it blyman Chivukula were unsuccess- an additional two feet into the seven- “In order for us to stay in Cranford, petitions. employees, I’m concerned about increases the debt ceiling” so the ful. Mr. Chivukula has served in the foot encroachment from the founda- it’s the only option we have,” Mr. The next day, Thursday, April 12, my kids.” federal government can pay bills for Assembly since 2002 and is a former tion into the setback. He also added in Rebelo said. Mr. Capece filed a motion in court to Richard Blecker of Briarhill such things as Social Security and member of the Franklin Township a playroom that bumped out the house Currently the house is a split level, appeal Ms. Rajoppi’s decision. Mr. Circle in neighboring Springfield Medicare benefits and paychecks for Council, serving as mayor in 2000. two feet, as well as a powder room and and the plans are to eliminate the Capece and the DFC objected to the asked the council, “Do you really U.S. troops in the field. “I do not He holds undergraduate and gradu- a laundry room to the first floor. current first floor that is split, and add short time frame of the hearings, the want it (the Triboro Sports Com- favor default on our obligations,” Rep. ate degrees in electrical engineering “We had to destroy the old porches; a third floor, making the second and “badgering” of Ms. Rios, to whom plex) there? That complex is 80,000 Lance added. from Guindy’s Engineering College they were grandfathered in [to the set- third floor a split level. English is a second language, and the square feet.” “Mr. Larsen has had great diffi- in Chennai, India, and City College backs],” he said. His home had a side They plan to move all of the utili- arbitrary act of throwing out all three “All that talk about statistics and culty in the past in paying his prop- of New York, respectively. He is a porch and a front porch, and replacing ties to the attic. petitions. cars is being understated at Briarhill erty taxes so it doesn’t surprise me consultant with Rangam Consultants, them requires variances. “We don’t have the heart to sell it,” In his appeal, Mr. Capece cited a Circle and Sheffield Street. It’s go- that he doesn’t necessarily favor pay- Inc. The front steps of the plan splay out, Mrs. Rebelo told The Leader. letter sent to DFC freeholder candi- ing to be a bottleneck there,” Mr. ing the bills of the United States on The lawmaker serves as chairman which architect David Bailey said is a Neighbor Steve Gorski, of 9 Rich- date Ms. Bercik, who is employed as Blecker added. “No facility should time,” the Congressman added. of the Assembly Telecommunications “nice entry” and lends a “better curb mond Avenue, came out in support of a part-time attorney for the county. be on the top of everything. You are Mr. Larsen, who owns and oper- and Utilities Committee and as vice- appeal.” The front steps will encroach their application. “We all experienced The letter, which is dated April 5, more interested in a ratable than ates a family-owned window and door chairman of the Homeland Security on the front-yard setback eight-and-a- the flood. What’s great about what 2012, states: “This is to inform you residents.” company, listed jobs and the economy and State Preparedness Committee. half feet. they are doing,” Mr. Gorski said, is that your candidacy is in violation of “Is this what we expect of our and the nation’s $15.7-trillion debt as He also serves on the Transportation “I give him credit for wanting to stay the applicants’ plans mirror plans the Hatch Act, which restricts per- officials? It’s a bad thing to do to top campaign issues. Public Works and Independent Au- there,” Planning Board Secretary Bar- from a previous application approved sons employed by the state, county, people who have worked hard all “We need to make a business- thorities Committee. bara Ginsberg said. by the board, and as a result “will or by a municipal agency, in pro- their lives, and done the right thing. Zoning Board member William bring some unity to the neighbor- grams financed by loans or grants Their property will be devalued,” Montani said, “Considering…the other hood.” from the state or federal government, Mr. Blecker said. encroachments, the margin isn’t all that “I think this is a very practical to run for office in that same jurisdic- Borough Attorney John Post as- great, considering this huge undertak- approach to getting their house out of tion. By Monday, April 9, 2012, you sured Mr. Blecker that the proper ing as a result of Irene.” the way of the water. I commend must withdraw your candidacy, with procedures were followed in regard Mr. Pistol said, “The property is a them for what they are doing,” board written proof of same, or submit a to the Triboro Sport Complex, and large property. I don’t think there is any member John Mallon said in his letter of resignation to the county that the amendment to the borough’s danger of crowding the area. The house motion to approve the application. manager with a copy to me (Union land use ordinance was in keeping is a nice house and I think it will be even Mr. Pistol said, “There was an appli- County Clerk). If I do not receive with the 2009 Master Plan. nicer. … They are taking the practical cation next door that was very similar proof of your withdrawal as a candi- Council President Keith Turner approach, and are committing to to this, and the applicants experienced date or your resignation by April 9, told Mr. Blecker, “I’ve served on Cranford. It is a positive for the owners a hardship with flooding, and they are 2012, I will have to suspend your the zoning board for five years and and a positive for the neighborhood as making the best of the situation, they employment, effective Monday, April on the council for 21 years. I assure well.” are recommitted to the town…and this 16, 2012. you that everything to do with this Unlike Mr. Veca, the second appli- is a practical approach.” Mr. Monteiro (DFC), a past eight- subject is above board.” cation was not seeking to lift the During the workshop meeting, year Elizabeth City councilman and The amendment was adopted house, but to add height. Applicants Zoning Board Vice-Chairman Pistol a former member of the Elizabeth unanimously. Jose and Mirian Rebelo, of 4 Rich- said Investors Savings Bank has Board of Education, said Ms. Bercik The council also adopted its 2012 mond Avenue, in the R-3 Zone, were pulled out of building on the site next is a part-time county employee and municipal budget totaling approved to raise the height of their to the Rustic Mill Diner. The bank therefore not subject to the Hatch $11,464,304, with $7,569,933 to be home to 32 feet, two feet above the owners had already dug a large hole Act. raised in local taxes for an average current maximum requirement. Mr. on the property. Previously, there was “We have to jump through rings of household increase of $113.84. GRATITUDE FOR GIFT…Westfield Memorial Library Director Phil Israel and Mrs. Rebelo have lived in the a gas station at the site. fire to get anything done around here,” “It’s the lowest tax increase in the presents a resolution, on behalf of the library’s board of trustees, to Friends of the township for 22 years. They had six The board’s April 23 meeting has Mr. Monteiro told The Westfield last few years,” Financial Officer Jill Westfield Memorial Library Co-President Jody Lipson, thanking the Friends for feet of water in their basement during been cancelled, and the next meeting is Leader in commenting on DFC’s ef- Good told The Westfield Leader. the group’s recent $15,000 donation to the library. See article on page 11. Hurricane Irene, and have been liv- Monday, May 14. Serving the community since 1959

USPS 485200 Thursday, April 19, 2012 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 OUR 53rd YEAR – ISSUE NO. 16-2012 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.timesnj.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS SP Mayor Malool Resigns to Take State Government Post By FRED T. ROSSI year. She turned down the first two cally motivated; it was not to get me Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times posts out of a desire, she said, to out of this job or out of the election.” SCOTCH PLAINS — Mayor finish her term as mayor She briefly listed sev- Nancy Malool announced on Tues- at the end of this year. eral achievements she day that she would resign from her Last month, the town- was most proud of dur- position early next month to take a ship Republican Com- ing her tenure, which position in state government. mittee failed to endorse began on January 1, With what she said were “mixed Mrs. Malool for a sec- 2009, after more than emotions,” the mayor read a state- ond term, instead back- six years as a council ment at the end of the township ing Deputy Mayor Mary member. She singled out council’s regular meeting announc- DePaola for mayor. Two the creation of the Spe- ing her plans, which she said were weeks ago, the mayor cial Improvement Dis- motivated by a desire to “put my said she would chal- trict, her annual family first.” She said her new posi- lenge Mrs. DePaola for Valentine’s Day dinner tion, as director of shared services in the nomination in the Nancy Malool for veterans and last the Department of Community Af- June Primary Election. year’s 10-year anniver- fairs, was the third government posi- On Tuesday, Mayor Malool said sary commemoration of the Septem- tion she has been offered in the past her decision to resign was “not politi- ber 11, 2001 attacks. “It’s been a great experience,” she said, saying she believed she had “served with conviction” during what she described as “the most difficult economic times.” She thanked township employees for Alex Taner for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times their “hard work and dedication to our CLASSIC AUTOS…Attendees enjoy a day of looking at beautiful, classic cars at the “Wheels and Wishes” car show and town,” and concluded by saying it had auction held Saturday at the Westfield National Guard Armory. A portion of every ticket sold was donated to Make-A-Wish been “an honor to serve the people of New Jersey. Scotch Plains.” Her council colleagues sat seem- ingly stunned as the mayor read her SP Council Passes Budget announcement, and then, one by one, paid tribute to Mrs. Malool, with Democratic Councilman Kevin Glover, who will face Mrs. DePaola in With $230,890 Tax Increase the mayoral race in November, telling By FRED T. ROSSI Glover had voted against the an- from the local sewer utility as rev- the mayor that she “brought a calming Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times nual budgets since joining the coun- enue in the municipal budget in civility to this community.” Mrs. SCOTCH PLAINS — The town- cil in 2007, and his announcement what the mayor called a “symbolic” DePaola, saying she was “shocked” ship council on Tuesday gave final of support at Tuesday’s public hear- move to lessen the tax rate hike by by the announcement, thanked Mrs. approval to the 2012 municipal bud- ing prompted Mayor Nancy Malool a penny. Republican Councilman Malool for her service, while Coun- get of $23,594,546, an increase of to laugh in almost mock disbelief. William Vastine, however, criticized HISTORY ON WHEELS…The Mountainside Restoration Committee held its cilman William Vastine lauded the $103,465. A total of $15,774,203 The municipal portion of prop- the move, pointing out that “not “History’s Wheels, the Third Circuit,” in Mountainside on April 15. “The mayor’s “strong service to the town.” will be raised in property taxes in erty-tax bills this year is expected everyone who pays the sewer tax People’s Choice” award went to Jay Tabac’s elegant 1978 Rolls Royce. Here, left Councilman Michael Marcus said the support of the budget, an increase to be about 16 percent of total prop- pays property taxes,” specifically to right, Don Jeka, event organizer, presents Mr. Tabac with the trophy. Proceeds mayor had “shown great commitment of $230,890 over last year. erty taxes. charities, non-profit organizations, from the show help support the Hetfield House. to the town.” For the average assessed home of Mayor Malool termed it a “very schools and churches. Once the mayor’s seat officially is $121,800, that 1.96-percent increase responsible budget,” and defended “The money they paid in sewer Holt, Beck Comment on vacated in early May, the township would mean a municipal property-tax the council’s 3-2 vote several weeks fees is now being redistributed to Republican Committee will put forth increase of $34, from $1,743 last year ago to use $100,000 in surplus funds CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 to the council three names to fill Mrs. to $1,777. The tax rate for municipal Malool’s seat and serve as mayor until government purposes will rise from Issues In Cong. Dist. 12 Race the mayoral election in November. $1.431 per $100 of assessed value to Fanwood Budget, Police By PAUL J. PEYTON Middlesex County businessman Eric Township Attorney Jeffrey Lehrer told $1.459 this year. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times Beck. Scotch Plains and Fanwood The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times that The 5-0 vote to approve the REGION —With the redrawing of have long been in the Seventh Dis- the council will then have to approve $23,594,546 spending plan expen- Merger Top Council Agenda Congressional boundary lines start- trict, currently represented by Rep. one of those names—one of which, he ditures (including $1.3 million for By TED RITTER municipal tax increase of about one- ing in January Leonard Lance (R). said, could very well be that of Mrs. the township library, which will Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times third of 1 percent, or about $7.67, for 2013, all but Rep. Holt, who DePaola. And with the remaining four have its own line item on tax bills) FANWOOD — Mayor Colleen the average assessed Fanwood home- 1,000 Scotch has represented council members split evenly between was the council’s first unanimous Mahr and the borough council, at Tues- owner. Plains residents the Twelfth Dis- Democrats and Republicans, it is pos- endorsement of a budget since 2006. day night’s regular meeting, had hoped “We know our spending is and all of trict for a dozen sible a deadlock could result. Democratic Councilman Kevin to put their previously introduced $8.8- down…and our revenue is up from last Fanwood have years, said the dis- million 2012 municipal budget on the year,” said Mayor Mahr, but, she added, been moved to trict currently in- books following a scheduled public “we’re still struggling with sewer fees” the twelfth Con- cludes five coun- Dems for Change Challenge hearing. and other costs that borough officials gressional Dis- ties from the However, the borough’s Chief Fi- have previously pointed to as beyond trict, which Delaware River to Clerk For Rejecting Petitions nancial Officer, Fred Tomkins, said, local control. stretches from the Atlantic “We are not going to adopt the budget Mayor Mahr indicated the budget Mercer County Ocean. The Con- By DELL SIMEONE business day of the 53rd day prior to the Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tonight,” explaining that “the state is would be scheduled for final adoption to Union County. Rep. Rush Holt (D) Eric Beck (R) gressman, who date of the Primary Election (June 5). behind [schedule] in reviewing” mu- as soon as the state’s Division of Com- Seven-term in- holds an under- REGION – Last Wednesday, April The clerk also is required to draw for nicipal budgets. munity Affairs reviews and approves it. cumbent Rep. Rush Holt, a Demo- graduate degree in physics from 11, Union County Clerk Joanne ballot position by 3 p.m. on that 53rd The governing body still went ahead In other business, Mayor Mahr said crat from Ewing Township in Mercer Carleton College and master’s and Rajoppi threw the Democrats For day prior to the Primary election. Ob- with its advertised public hearing on Fanwood and Scotch Plains are ready County, who has represented the dis- doctorate degrees from New York Change’ (DFC) proposed slate of can- jections to the petitions must be filed the budget, although there were no to “move forward with the dialogue” trict since 1999, is being challenged University, was once a nuclear arms didates off the June 5 Primary Elec- with the clerk no later than the fourth public comments. on the proposed merger of the two this November by South Brunswick, CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 tion ballot after questioning the au- day after the last day for filing petitions. The spending plan calls for a slight CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 thenticity of signatures on their nomi- This year that day was April 9. nation petitions. According to legal briefs, Ms. The DFC candidates are Ana Maria Rajoppi defended her decision by con- Bercik, an attorney; Carlos Cedena, tending that the petition by the DFC an Elizabeth councilman, and Babe contained 71 invalid signatures and the Darlene Frazier, who is active in the names of invalid voters. She said that Democratic Party. This slate is sup- some of the signatures belonged to porting Oscar Ocasio’s bid to run for Republicans and the petition contained the mayor of Elizabeth against long- duplicate names and fraudulent signa- term incumbent Chris Bollwage, and tures. She further said that one of the challenging Freeholder incumbents Al persons circulating the petitions, Fabiola Mirabella of Fanwood and Mohamed Rios of Elizabeth, was not credible. Jalloh of Roselle, and attorney Bruce Union County Counsel Robert Barry Bergen of Springfield, who are run- advised her in her decision. ning on the regular Democrats of She also has relied on the testimony Union County ticket in place of retir- of Dennis Kobitz, an administrator for ing Freeholder Deborah Scanlon. the Union County Board of Elections, According to legal briefs, the peti- who said that 13 signatures were in- tion is required to have 100 valid valid, and that a number of the signa- signatures of county voters of the ap- tures seemed to be submitted by the propriate party. The petitions must be same person. She also relied on Lisa verified by oath, or other affirmation, Hugelmayer, the clerk of the Union Ted Ritter for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times by one or more of the signers. The County Board of Elections. BUDGET TALKS...The Fanwood Borough Council discusses the budget and the circulator must verify, under oath, that Petitions were supposed to be filed merger of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Police Departments at its meeting on each signer is a member of that party, by April 6 in order to be on the ballot. Tuesday night. and has signed his or her own name. However, because of the Good Friday PAGE INDEX Furthermore, the circulator must verify holiday, the deadline was extended to that the petition is prepared in good Monday, April 9. By 4 p.m. Monday, Regional ...... 2-3 Education ...... 19-20 Courtesy of Renee' Payami faith for the purpose of endorsing the the county clerk notified DFC Cam- Editorial ...... 4-5 Sports ...... 13-18 SEA...Who is reading The Times? While visiting Grand Cayman, Jake, Briella Real Estate .... 13-19 and Kapriana Payami of Scotch Plains toured the Cayman Island Turtle Farm. candidates named on the petition. paign Manager Tony Montiero that a Police ...... 6 It is an internationally renowned research and conservation center for sea turtles. The clerk is required to certify the challenge had been filed. Hearings were Community ... 6-11 Classifieds ..... 19 Obituary ...... 8 A&E ...... 21-22 The interactive experience was fun and interesting — even for this turtle! ballot by no later than the close of CONTINUED ON PAGE 12

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Cranford Residents Looking held Tuesday and Wednesday, April 10 I do not receive proof of your with- and April 11. drawal as a candidate or your resig- Congressional District 12 DFC attorney Frank Capece objected nation by April 9, 2012, I will have To Rebuild After Irene to the limited time frame for voters to to suspend your employment, effec- By CHRISTINA M. HINKE unusable. Their plans are to fill the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 respond to allegations of false or forged tive Monday, April 16, 2012. Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times basement with dirt, with a cement control expert at the U.S. State De- “And that’s about what we need signatures. Testimony was taken on Mr. Monteiro (DFC), a past eight- CRANFORD – The township’s slab over top, as the Federal Emer- partment. Prior to being elected to to break even, to keep up with the both days. By the end of April 11, Ms. year Elizabeth City councilman and zoning board of adjustment on Mon- gency Management Agency Congress in 1998, he was assistant growing population,” Mr. Beck said. Rajoppi had rejected all three DFC a former member of the Elizabeth day approved two applications from (FEMA) requires, they told The director of the Princeton Plasma “So if you want to address the prob- freeholder candidate petitions. Board of Education, said Ms. Bercik homeowners who have decided to Times. Physics Laboratory, a research lab lem of job creation, you have to The next day, Thursday, April 12, is a part-time county employee and raise the height of their homes to “In order for us to stay in for Princeton University. address the entrepreneurship. That Mr. Capece filed a motion in court to therefore not subject to the Hatch avoid future flood damage to their Cranford, it’s the only option we “Most people [in his district] would should be the focus.” appeal Ms. Rajoppi’s decision. Mr. Act. first floor living space after flood- have,” Mr. Rebelo said. tell you that I am not a detached repre- He also favors appealing and re- Capece and the DFC objected to the “We have to jump through rings of waters from Hurricane Irene last Currently the house is a split level, sentative, I am very much engaged. I placing “Obamacare,” which he said short time frame of the hearings, the fire to get anything done around here,” year destroyed their main living and the plans are to eliminate the am out in the towns. Whenever we are would lead to a single-payer sys- “badgering” of Ms. Rios, to whom Mr. Monteiro told The Scotch Plains- areas. current first floor that is split, and not voting in Washington I’m some- tem and health-care rationing, with English is a second language, and the Fanwood Times in commenting on One homeowner will actually add a third floor, making the sec- place in 44 towns (the new district will “value-based healthcare,” which he arbitrary act of throwing out all three DFC’s efforts to run candidates the past raise the foundation of his house, ond and third floor a split level. comprise some 32 towns in four coun- described as a “market-based per- petitions. few years. and the other applicant will do away They plan to move all of the utili- ties). That’s the way I approach it,” the form program.” The second part of In his appeal, Mr. Capece cited a Oral arguments on both sides, the with the first level of their split- ties to the attic. Congressman said during a phone in- his plan is to lower corporate and letter sent to DFC freeholder candidate DFC, and the attorneys for the Regular level home and fill their basement “We don’t have the heart to sell terview with The Scotch Plains- individual tax rates. Mr. Beck fa- Ms. Bercik, who is employed as a part- Democratic Party of Union County, in order to avert further major flood it,” Mrs. Rebelo told The Times. Fanwood Times on Tuesday afternoon. vors a 15-percent flat tax. He also time attorney for the county. The letter, were heard by state Superior Court damage. Both homes are located Neighbor Steve Gorski, of 9 Rich- When asked what type of Demo- supports “the startup act,” proposed which is dated April 5, 2012, states: Judge Lisa F. Chrystal on Monday. Mr. near Nomahegan Park and the mond Avenue, came out in support crat he considers himself, he re- by The Kaufman Foundation out of “This is to inform you that your candi- Capece is representing DFC while the Rahway River. of their application. “We all experi- sponded, “I am someone who is Kansas City, Mo., to create new dacy is in violation of the Hatch Act, Regular Democratic Party candidates’ The zoning board has heard two enced the flood. What’s great about more interested in evidence than business startups with a focus on which restricts persons employed by attorney are Kraig Dowd and Robert other applications seeking similar what they are doing,” Mr. Gorski ideology.” As a scientist, he said he regulatory and tax policies and im- the state, county, or by a municipal Renaud of Cranford. variances. The zoning law currently said, is the applicants’ plans mirror “goes where the evidence points.” migration reform. agency, in programs financed by loans Ms. Rajoppi told The Times that on allows homes built up to 30 feet plans from a previous application Without mentioning the Repub- By contrast, Rep. Holt supports or grants from the state or federal Monday, April 16, Judge Chrystal is- high, and the two applications Mon- approved by the board, and as a lican majority in the House by name, the national health care law. government, to run for office in that sued a restraining order to her, bar- day sought to build their homes to result “will bring some unity to the he commented, “I am concerned “It had to be done. It’s not the end same jurisdiction. By Monday, April ring the drawing of positions on the 32 feet in height. neighborhood.” that a lot of the political rhetoric (in all and be all. Nobody said it was,” 9, 2012, you must withdraw your Primary ballot until she has made a Zoning Board Vice-Chairman “I think this is a very practical Washington) has been ‘your on your he said. “If the opposition would candidacy, with written proof of decision on the matter, which was Jeffrey Pistol told The Scotch Plains- approach to getting their house out own, you figure it out,’ which is stop saying ‘oh its terrible, the only same, or submit a letter of resigna- expected today. Phone calls to Mr. Fanwood Times that the township of the way of the water. I commend another way of saying ‘let’s have a thing we can do is repeal it…we tion to the county manager with a Barry and to Mr. Renaud were not council has been working on a reso- them for what they are doing,” board dog-eat-dog world.’ That’s not my could do what reasonable people copy to me (Union County Clerk). If returned by press deadline. lution to allow a maximum height member John Mallon said in his style.” always do with legislation. See how of 32 feet. motion to approve the application. He said the nation got into “deep it is working and modify it here and Applicant Robert Veca, of 11 Mr. Pistol said, “There was an economic trouble because there there so that it works best. And I’m Summit Road, in the R-1 Zone, was application next door that was very were people wheeling and dealing sure the healthcare bill will need approved for four variances to raise similar to this, and the applicants mortgage-based directives and other some tweaking.” his home four-and-a-half-feet above experienced a hardship with flood- things without any rules, without “What existed before that law the recent flood water level of the ing, and they are making the best of any regulations…I think even they passed was unsustainable and un- dwelling. Mr. Veca said his home the situation, they are recommitted (Wall Street) will now admit that an fair,” Mr. Holt said. “No insurance had 18 inches of water on the first to the town…and this is a practical economy works better with rules.” company, whether as government- floor as a result of Irene. approach.” “The success of the United States run insurance company like Medi- “I haven’t lived in my house since During the workshop meeting, over the decades, over the centu- care or private-run insurance com- Irene,” he said. He is living in a zoning board Vice-Chairman Pistol ries, is because we’ve had an ever pany like Aetna or Blue Cross…can rental home. He has decided to raise said Investors Savings Bank has growing middle class. It’s not true survive if you have 8-or-9 percent his house using out-of-pocket ex- pulled out of building on the site that it is the wealthy that have pulled growth in expenses. Clearly, that is penses, he said. next to the Rustic Mill Diner. The this country up. It has been the unsustainable. It’s also Part of his renovations include a bank owners had already dug a large large, hardworking, innovative, unfair…because even people who bay window, with a cantilever that hole on the property. Previously dedicated middle class that has dis- thought they had good health insur- juts out an additional two feet into there was a gas station at the site. tinguished America and that gets ance found out that they didn’t,” the seven-foot encroachment from The board’s April 23 meeting has the credit for our success,” Mr. Holt while others can not find insurance the foundation into the setback. He been cancelled, and the next meet- stated. coverage because of preexisting also added in a playroom that ing is Monday, May 14. Rep. Holt’s opponent, Mr. Beck, conditions. bumped out the house two feet, as owns his own risk management con- Mr. Holt said insurance compa- GRATITUDE FOR GIFT…Westfield Memorial Library Director Phil Israel well as a powder room and a laun- sulting business. He said he is run- nies were collecting premiums but presents a resolution, on behalf of the library’s board of trustees, to Friends of the dry room to the first floor. ning because of his “sheer frustra- only returning 75 percent of that Westfield Memorial Library Co-President Jody Lipson, thanking the Friends for “We had to destroy the old Scotch Plains tion watching the Obama Adminis- money to providing health care. the group’s recent $15,000 donation to the library. See article on page 11. porches, they were grandfathered tration struggle and try to create “The other 25 percent went to all in [to the setbacks],” he said. His jobs and get this economy back on other sorts of things…executive home had a side porch and a front Council track.” bonuses and corporate perks and so porch, and to replace them re- Calling himself a “student of eco- forth,” Rep. Holt said. Fanwood Council quire variances. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 nomics for a long time,” with a Mr. Beck charged that Mr. Holt CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The front steps of the plan splay people who also pay property M.B.A. in entrepreneurship and an “has voted with the President on municipal police departments. Chief Richard Trigo said the new out, which architect David Bailey taxes,” he said. undergraduate degree in computer almost every issue.” “His (Holt) eco- Mayor Mahr indicated Scotch Plains officers, Thomas Chisolm and Ryan said is a “nice entry” and lends a Democratic Councilman Michael science, also from Rutgers, Mr. nomic point of view is one that is officials have concurred with a pro- Gilmore, were selected from a large “better curb appeal.” The front steps Marcus called the 2012 spending Beck said the Obama Administra- extraordinary government-centric. posed “governing structure” for a number of applicants to “fill two va- will encroach on the front yard set- plan “a fair and reasonable budget tion “does not have a sound under- He is not mainstream. He is very merged department. However, Mayor cancies” created by the recent retire- back eight-and-a-half feet. for our residents,” and said the coun- standing of economics, in my opin- much to the left,” Mr. Beck stated. Mahr emphasized, “we need to get to ments of two longtime veteran officers, “I give him credit for wanting to cil had “made the effort to keep the ion. Mr. Holt said he will wait until the numbers.” Tom Jedic and Joe O’Neil. stay there,” Planning Board Secre- tax increase to a minimum.” Deputy “That, combined with the fact the public is focused on the cam- To that end, the mayor said a meeting The governing body also approved a tary Barbara Ginsberg said. Mayor Mary DePaola cautioned on that a lot of people are suffering out paign before engaging Mr. Beck, is being planned between the financial resolution pertaining to safety-related Zoning Board member William looking at the sewer utility as a on the employment lines. It is not although he does support having officers and police chiefs from both study work by the New Jersey Depart- Montani said, “Considering…the “cash cow” for the municipal bud- just the 8.2 percent…[there are] debates with his opponent. towns, “to discuss more specifics” of ment of Transportation (NJDOT) along other encroachments, the margin get. She said the council needed to close to four or five million people the budgetary aspects of a potential South Avenue, given the ongoing rede- isn’t all that great considering this craft its budgets without resorting who have left the workforce. And if merger. velopment projects in this part of the huge undertaking as a result of to what she said were “political you add them in, you would see an Also Tuesday night, Mayor Mahr borough. Irene.” gimmicks.” unemployment rate of close to 11 www.goleader.com administered the oath of office to two “Our crosswalks outside of major Mr. Pistol said, “The property is The public hearing on the budget percent,” Mr. Beck stated during a new Fanwood police officers. intersections are basically non-exis- a large property. I don’t think there was attended by former Township phone interview with The Times on tent,” Mayor Mahr said. is any danger of crowding the area. Manager Chris Marion, who re- Friday. While the South Avenue study area The house is a nice house and I turned two-and-a-half weeks after “I don’t see the Obama Adminis- will stretch from Terrill Road to Hetfield think it will be even nicer. … They his resignation to answer any ques- tration trying to improve things,” Avenue, it will particularly focus on the are taking the practical approach, tions about a budget he had been Mr. Beck said. “They continue to increasingly busy part of the road be- and are committing to Cranford. It heavily involved in preparing. Af- harp on this idea that government tween 2nd Street and the Chelsea com- is a positive for the owners and a ter the hearing and the council’s has to be in control of planning the plex. positive for the neighborhood as vote to approve the budget, Mr. economy. That has never worked. It The mayor explained NJDOT staff well.” Marion was lauded for his nearly is not going to work this time.” recently conducted a “site visit” to pre- Unlike Mr. Veca, the second ap- three years of service. He said he has “actually created pare for a study covering traffic signal plication was not seeking to lift the “You came here at a bad time,” jobs” at his business, compared to timing, speed limit conformity, pos- house, but to add height. Appli- Mayor Malool told him, “and you Mr. Holt ,“who talks a good game sible new pedestrian crossing signals cants Jose and Mirian Rebelo, of 4 righted our ship.” Other members about what he has done for the dis- or improvements to existing signals, Richmond Avenue, in the R-3 Zone, thanked him for his service and for trict, but this district [wants] jobs and the potential for at least some park- were approved to raise the height of his efforts after taking over the and he is not a job creator.” ing along parts of South Avenue. their home to 32 feet, two feet above administrator’s reins in June 2009. Mr. Beck proposes a three-point During the proclamations portion of the current maximum requirement. In brief remarks, Mr. Marion, who plan “to get entrepreneurship back Tuesday night’s meeting, Mayor Mahr Mr. and Mrs. Rebelo have lived in has since taken a position in Old up and running in this country.” He honored resident James Grover for his the township for 22 years. 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Page 2 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION AARP Sponsors On-Line M&E’s Gordon Fuller Ex-WF Assistant Supers Discussion on Tax Proposals Indicted for Conspiracy Make $100K Pension List TRENTON — Governor Chris Leader Loretta Weinberg (D-37, REGION — Twenty-three retired Theodore Jakubowski, $131,038. Christie has proposed a plan for Teaneck). TRENTON – A railroad executive Gaudner Metellus, and an alleged officials in Union County are among According to New Jersey Watch- tax relief that is highlighted by a The next session, on Wednesday, who had been involved in plans to accomplice on charges they solic- 1,244 government retirees statewide dog, 25 former Paterson city em- 10 percent across-the-board in- April 25, at 10:30 a.m., will feature reactive two freight rail lines in Union ited M&E to fraudulently inflate the making pensions of over $100,000, ployees belong to the unofficial come tax cut. However, New Assembly Majority Leader Lou County has been indicted in a sepa- cost of a state-funded rail project by according to an analysis by New Jer- $100K Club with Hoboken second Jersey’s legislative leaders have Greenwald (D-6, Voorhees) with the rate case involving the proposed re- over $700,000 and pay them sey Watchdog. with 21 high-end pensioners, fol- other ideas. Monday, May 7 event, at 10 a.m., habilitation and upgrading of three $325,000 in bribes. Authorities said The list includes Theodore Kozlik, lowed by Paramus and North Hudson AARP has gathered a number of featuring Assemblyman Republican sections of track in Kenville and Ce- M&E alerted the state to that alleged former Westfield assistant superin- Regional Fire and Rescue, each with the state’s top legislative leaders to Leader Jon Bramnick (R-21, dar Knolls and replacement of a rail- fraud after Fuller was terminated by tendent of schools for special ser- 20. discuss the various tax relief propos- Westfield). way bridge span over the Passaic the company in 2010. vices, $117,079. According to his Other governmental units with als in a special three-part series. AARP The event will stream live at River in East Hanover. “We charge that this former railway LinkedIn account, he is currently in- double-digit numbers of $100K re- members as well as other concerned www.livestream.com/AARPNJ or via Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa company executive exploited a state terim director of curriculum and in- tirees include Newark, 17; Passaic New Jerseyans will be able to not phone bridge. Participants are asked said the five-count state grand jury grant program that was designed to struction for the Wyckoff Public School District, 17; Jersey City Fire only view and listen, but also interact to pre-register to attend this the online indictment April 10 charges Gordon keep our freight rail network strong in Schools. Also on the list is former Dept., 16; Trenton, 15; Hackensack, and participate in these events live as event at aarp.cvent.com/ Fuller, 71, of Plainfield, the former New Jersey, stealing over $800,000 Westfield assistant superintendent of 15; Bayonne, 14; Atlantic City, 14; they happen. AARPNJVirtualTownHallSeries. chief operating officer of the by collecting grant funds for work that schools for curriculum and instruc- Union City, 11; North Bergen School The first in this series of virtual Upon pre-registering, participants Morristown and Erie Railway, Inc. was never performed,” Mr. Chiesa said. tion, Anita O’Neal, $119,139. District, 11, and Bergen County, 10. town hall meetings will take place will receive an e-mail containing the (M&E), and a former project man- It is alleged that between January Also making the list are: former Former Rutgers athletic director today, Thursday, April 19, at 11 webcast link above as well as the ager, Willard Phillips, 60, of 2003 and August 2010, Fuller, in his Summit Police Chief Robert Lucid, Robert Mulcahy drew a $341,250 a.m. In addition to speaking about direct-dial phone number if they wish Langhorne, Pa., with conspiracy, role as coo, had M&E submit in- $118,073; ex-Union County Educa- salary followed by Bryan the tax relief proposals under con- to dial in. Pre-registration for the misconduct by a corporate official, voices to create and reinforce the tional Services Commission Super- Christiansen, who is paid $313,000 sideration, these legislators will also webcast and the phone bridge is open theft by deception, submitting false false impression that certain work intendent Edward Hartnett, $110,910; per annum by the Passaic Valley Sew- field questions about the tax relief to the public. contract payment claims, and tam- had been completed on four railroad retired Superintendent of the now erage Commission. They now receive proposals being debated in the State Participants should call in 10 min- pering with public records. Second- improvement projects for which defunct Union County Regional High pensions of $162,399 and $143,031 House. utes prior to what session they want degree crimes carry a sentence of five M&E received DOT grant funding. It School District 1, Donald Merachnik, a year, respectively. Today’s session will feature Sen- to participate. The audio may be to 10 years in state prison. is alleged that M&E fraudulently re- $129,845; former Union County First The biggest group of $100K pen- ate President Stephen Sweeney (D-3, muted when first logging on, but it The indictments follow the indict- ceived a total of approximately Assistant Prosecutor, ex-county count sioners are 244 retirees from the state Gloucester) and Senate Majority will eventually be unmuted. ment of a suspended DOT engineer, $804,090 in grant funds from the and former freeholder, James Keefe, judicial system, who retired from DOT as a result of the false claims. $102,149; former Union Township court positions spread across New Lonegan Calls Out Fuller is also named in a November 1, Police Chief Thomas Kraemer, Jersey. Ex-Westfielder Is New 2011 indictment obtained by the Divi- $123,036, and retired Union Town- The list compiled by New Jersey Christie for Comments sion of Criminal Justice charging him ship Superintendents of Schools Watchdog from a state Treasury data- BOGOTA – Americans for Pros- with conspiracy, insurance fraud and James Caulfield, $106,468, and base is current as of December 31, 2011. Rutgers University President perity State Director Steve Lonegan theft by deception as well as fourth- WESTFIELD — Former Westfield grees from the University of Penn- has released the following statement degree falsifying or tampering with resident Robert L. Barchi has been sylvania. He is board certified as a in the wake of what he described as records. That indictment alleges that WF Firefighters to Receive named the 20th president of Rutgers specialist in neurology. Governor Chris Christie’s “callous” Fuller fraudulently inflated an insur- University. Mr. Barchi began his career as a remarks regarding the state’s gift card ance claim by more than $75,000 in Mr. Barchi was selected by the faculty member at the University of confiscation law, “which is driving connection with damage to a railroad Medal of Honor at Luncheon Rutgers University Board of Gover- Pennsylvania in 1972, becoming a American Express and other gift card switch on M&E rail lines in Morristown REGION — The Two Hundred Club club also provides a competitive nors and then ratified by the Rutgers professor of neurological sciences vendors out of the state.” caused by a truck accident in 2005. of Union County will be honoring 10 scholarship program for the deserv- Board of Trustees. He will begin serv- within a decade. “Gov. Christie should not have lost Those charges are pending. police officers and firefighters from ing children of Police Officers and ing as president of Rutgers on Sep- He was named provost of the Uni- sleep over the Revel Casino stopping Plans by the state to reactivate old Union County for heroic acts performed Firefighters in Union County. tember 1. versity of Pennsylvania in 1999 and construction or the Xanadu Mall not Staten Island Railroad (SIRR) from while in the line of duty at their 43rd This year’s Medal of Valor winners He has served as president of Tho- served until 2004. opening without government subsi- Linden to Cranford and the Rahway Annual Valor Awards Luncheon on are: Union Police Officers Christo- mas Jefferson University in Philadel- dies. For that matter, he should not be Valley Line (RVL) in Union County Friday, May 4 in Mountainside. pher Baird and David Pinto; Elizabeth phia since 2004 and previously served losing sleep over any of the other from Cranford to Summit were sus- The 200 Club of Union County is a Police Officers Paul Camarinha and as provost of the University of Penn- companies he was so anxious to sub- pended in 2009 following state bud- non-profit organization founded in Howard Decker and Detective Raul sylvania. sidize to keep them in New Jersey. get cutbacks.Under the plan, the M&E 1968. It is comprised of 400 business Dela Prida; Westfield Fire Department According to a Rutgers press re- The Governor, on the one hand, is would have been able to transport leaders from Union County with a Lieutenant Timothy Brennan and lease, the search committee held pub- providing massive corporate welfare small freight loads from central Union core mission to provide financially Firefighter Aldo Tammaro; Plainfield lic forums on all three Rutgers cam- tax breaks to some businesses while County towns out to Bound Brook, for the widows and dependents of Fire Department Lieutenant Roderic puses and narrowed the pool to 70 penalizing others and making it im- where the rail cars would be trans- police officers and firefighters who Carson and Lieutenant Jason Lowery active candidates before recommend- possible for them to do business in ferred to the long-distance haulers make the ultimate sacrifice while in and Elizabeth Fire Department Cap- ing a slate of four finalists to the New Jersey. This schizophrenic policy such as Norfolk-Southern. M&E also the line of duty. The club has grown tain Brian Santos. Board of Governors and Board of just sends another message to busi- planned to transport pelletized plas- in mission to now provide continuing Richard “Bo” Dieti, a retired New Trustees. nesses to stay out of our state.” tic from plants in Linden up to Morris education grants for police and York City police officer who is now a Born in Philadelphia, Mr. Barchi Americans for Prosperity led the County, where several plastic manu- firefighters to further their knowl- security and investigative consultant spent his formative years living in opposition to the gift card law in 2010. facturing facilities are located. edge in their line of work, and the and frequent guest on Fox News and Westfield. He received his bachelor The bill was passed and signed into Imus In The Morning, will be the law by Gov. Christie in June of 2010. of science and master of science de- Clerk Offering Free SP GOP Committee guest speaker for the event. He is also grees from Georgetown University, SPBPA, FBPA Hold a former co-chairman of the National and his doctorate and medical de- Robert L. Barchi Passport Pictures To Roast Martin Marks Crime Commission, The valor award luncheon will begin Spring Fling Tonight COUNTY — Union County Clerk SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch at 11:30 a.m. at L’Affaire Restaurant, GARWOOD — Tonight, Thurs- Joanne Rajoppi has announced that Plains Republican Committee invites Route 22 East, Mountainside, N.J. Tick- day, April 19, the Scotch Plains Busi- free Passport photographs are avail- residents to a 50th Birthday Roast for ets are $65. For more information, PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER ness and Professional Association and able from Monday, April 23, through former Scotch Plains Mayor Martin please contact the 200 Club office at the Fanwood Business and Profes- Saturday, April 28, when customers Marks. This Roast will be held on (908) 206-0200. sional Association will hold the 17th apply for a U.S. Passport. The Friday, May 4 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Helping Accident Victims Every Day Annual Spring Fling Scholarship Westfield annex is located at 300 Westwood in Garwood. A full course Unused Prescriptions Dinner Dance at The Westwood. North Avenue, East. The Annex is dinner will be served including an In recognition of their service to the open from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on open bar (beer, wine, soda). Can Be Disposed April 28 community, this year the business Tuesdays and Thursdays and from 8 The invited guest roasters include NEWARK — The Drug Enforce- groups will be honoring Steve Goldberg a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Wednes- Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th), former ment Administration (DEA) is JON BRAMNICK for his many contributions to Scotch days and Fridays; and on Saturdays Governor Donald DiFrancesco, State partnering with local law enforcement Plains as well as John Crisifulli for his from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The phone Senator Tom Kean, Jr. (R-21, agencies for National Take Back Day ATTORNEY AT LAW work and dedication in Fanwood. number is (908) 654-9859. Westfield), Union County Republi- on Saturday, April 28, where persons can Chairman Phil Morin, and Union can dispose of unused and/or expired County Election Commissioner John prescriptions and over-the-counter DeSimone. medications. 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Member FDIC Page 4 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader The Scotch Plains–Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — Times Since 1959 DD Legal Newspaper for the Town of Westfield, Legal Newspaper for the Borough of Fanwood Union County Should Save DTM Boroughs of Mountainside and Garwood And the Township of Scotch Plains D Diction Deception And the County of Union, NJ. Members of: Rutgers Coop Extension Service Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association • Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Where can you get more bang for Union County has the only Master with four definitions – only one is cor- Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association the tax dollar than Rutgers Coopera- Tree Steward program. There are 30 rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey tive Extension Service of Union of us who go to 4th grade classes and sharp enough to discern this deception of County in Westfield? In cutting their deliver a free one-hour class about 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 budget, Union County is only look- trees and nature. In the nine years ing at the dollars it takes to run the I’ve been involved with this program, guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 Extension Service. What is not being I’ve taught about 80 classes. That vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at you get all four – You must have a lot of considered is the value of the thou- translates into 1,600 students taught. free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 sands of hours of volunteering pro- Lost in our fast-paced world is the All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. vided each year to Union County. teaching about nature. It would be a come from the board game Diction Through the Extension Service I sad commentary about Union County Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman volunteer for the Master Gardeners and our future if these classes cease Answers to last week’s arcane words. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER and the Master Tree Stewards. The to be offered. Since these classes are 1. Carucage – Act of plowing Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo Master Gardeners are known nation- free, it helps save money for our local 2. Smaragdine – Pertaining to the em- COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION ally and in Union County alone its schools. erald Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly civic-minded members volunteer This is a quality of life issue. That’s 3. Whirret – To slap; to annoy EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS thousands of hours each year. Some the lives of the adults and kids we 4. Lilt – A gay, graceful song of the things that the Master Garden- strive to serve as well as the caring, ABATJOUR SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe ers do are: answer questions on their community-minded volunteers. 1. One who steals herds of cattle, in One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 Helpline, offer horticulture therapy, Did I mention “volunteers” and distinction from one who steals a head or get involved in community beautifi- “free” enough? two cation projects, hold a Spring Garden I ask that Union County save the 2. Skylight that admits or deflects light Fair and Plant Sale (attended by well Rutgers Cooperative Extension Ser- 3. A slaughterhouse for animals Youth Baseball Parade and Vintage over 1,000 people each year), grow vice. I and the hundreds of other 4. A daydreamer NORIA and provide fresh vegetables to food volunteers what to continue serving 1. A water wheel with buckets banks (14,500 pounds since 2002!!!), our county and local communities. 2. The prickly pear Cars Made Perfect Day in Westfield and maintain a sharing garden and Dean Talcott 3. A large sea bird; the cormorant offer tours to groups. Fanwood 4. A nurse Westfield town was packed and full of buzz on At the other side of town in Westfield, something TALARIA 1. An earthworm Saturday. else big was going on. The Armory and its parking Taxpayers Must Hold Fed, State Reps 2. A spider that catches its prey by The Westfield Youth Baseball parade was perhaps lot were filled with hundreds of fabulous, vintage chasing them the biggest ever. It was an idyllic day. Hundreds of cars for public show and auction. Proud exhibitors Accountable for Runaway Spending 3. Contagious disease of goats, charac- kids, parents, pets, strollers and politicians were all and patrons came from many parts of the state. It was Tax Day this week is a dreary re- defenders of big government always terized by by failing appetite and a gradual minder for working New Jerseyans claim that New Jerseyans demand wasting away decked out in their uniforms of choice. They proudly hard to find a place to park but it was worth the wait 4. Winged sandals marched from Mindowaskin Park to Gumbert Park for car buffs. Everyone was having a good time. of how much money it costs to run the more services. But I wonder if that’s LIMBAT most expensive national government true. I wonder if the people who de- 1. A cool northwest wind of Cyprus for the opening pitch by Mayor Andy Skibitsky and In talking with organizer Rich Bodmer and Sgt. in the history of the world. In fact, mand more services are the same 2. An outer jacket made of tough, long- the dedication of the renovated fields. It’s a perfect Bob Ryan of the Armory, it struck us how well the according to the non-partisan Tax people who will be running to the wearing fabric way for the community to embrace and enhance the town, the New Jersey National Guard and business Foundation, New Jerseyans will have Post Office [on April 16]. 3. A courlan, a bird found in the West well being of their children. worked together to pull this off. They praised the to work until May 1st this year until Three quarters of small business Indies and Florida they can keep their own money. owners pay their taxes as ordinary 4. A manrope beside a ladder Mountainside and Garwood also kicked off their police department and Town Clerk Claire Gray for We pay the highest state taxes in income filers. And every dollar that community youth baseball to the cheers of all. efficient and expedient assistance. This shows that the country, so Tax Freedom Day they have to send in to Washington Letters to Scotch Plains and Fanwood get baseball underway government, business and the general public can arrives later in the year for us. Legis- and Trenton tomorrow is a dollar that this weekend. work to get things done. lators who oppose a cut in the state they’d rather be using to hire new the Editor Baseball, kids, parents and the community are a If you had to name a perfect day this year, it income tax should consider that we employers or serve their customers great tradition. It’s not a strike three and you’re out. probably would be last Saturday. have to work for a third of the year better. just to pay for government. It’s time for income taxpayers to Letter in Leader Helped According to the Tax Foundation, hold their federal and state represen- New Jerseyans have to work weeks tatives accountable for the runaway Fill Driver Slots A Few Years Will Tell Who Wins longer, and in some cases a full month spending. On behalf of Mobile Meals of longer, than folks all around the coun- There’s an election this year and Westfield, I just want to thank you for try just to meet their obligations to the most important issue for anyone running our letter to the editor for our the government. The dramatic differ- who pays income taxes should be the need for volunteer drivers. We re- With the School Voting Changes ence is due in large part to state unsustainable spending levels in ceived so many phone calls and have This time of year, area towns are normally filled proach. It has not worked — in fact the problem government’s large appetite for tax Washington and Trenton. filled up empty spots for the rest of this month. Plus, many people have with the energy of candidates running for school seems to be growing. More free money seems to revenue. Laurie Ehlbeck, State Director board and boards of education urging voters to pass attract more problems. It will take a few years to It’s time for us to ask whether New National Federation of Ind. Business taken on routes for next month also! Jersey is dramatically better off than Trenton Thanks again for your continued sup- their budgets. Since all school districts in Union know. other states because we have a bigger port of our organization! County opted this year to not have voters deliberate Will electing board of education members in the and more expensive government. The Mary Doyle on their budgets (understandably) in exchange for November General Election result in a transition in Mobile Meals of Westfield moving candidate elections to the General Election composition of members? Will this be positive? WHS Music Groups Thank Businesses in November, the silence is a little eerie. We wonder Only a fraction of the members are elected each Any Other Time Bombs if this will cause the public to lose touch with the year. It will take a few years to know. And Volunteers for Setting the Tone public school systems — being devoid of the tradi- Will this new system temper the heralded war The Westfield High School Con- Palace. At Westfield Schools? tional interplay. between Governor Chris Christie and the teacher’s cert Choir and Bella Cora would like As the students diligently prepare I waited a few weeks to see if anyone It’s true that stress is reduced for educators by not union (NJEA)? Will it shake up the monopoly? Will to thank the community for their sup- a 45-minute set to perform in Europe, in Westfield reacted in The Leader to the having budgets subject to public approval; thus charter schools and magnet schools be the new fad port and participation in the various they would like to extend their grati- outrageous cost of $13.5 million to fix (actually replace) the roofs on most of the public school systems should be more able to focus of the times? fundraisers that have been held since tude to the following businesses and Westfield Public Schools. That is about on the important task of educating our children. The decision of school boards to change the sys- November. The Westfield Christmas organizations for the generous con- $450 for every person in town. The only Ultimately, individual taxpayers feel the stress in tem came with a four-year commitment to stay the tree disposal event on January 7 was tribution, support and assistance in way to fund that amount in one year is August when they open their property tax bill letters. course before a reversal is permitted. There’s no a huge success, thanks to some 200 raising funds to finance the tour: The probably by a bond issue unless the state Will this new election system bring improvements turning back for this duration and who’s to know residents who registered for the ser- Gray Family Foundation, Westfield or feds play Santa. vice. Symphony Orchestra, Miele’s Green- Clearly these roofs have not been prop- and fairness to the taxation? It will take a few years which is better? The second phase occurs in Novem- The group of about 60 students and house (Clark), ShopRite, Stop & erly maintained over the years. Mainte- to know. ber with electing board members. It will be interest- chaperones will travel throughout Shop, Casa di Pizza (Westfield), Five nance is an annual operating expense. Will this new non-voting system result in improv- ing. Austria and Italy during spring break Guys Burgers and Fries (Westfield), Inadequate maintenance is a way of ing education? Our area does well but other areas in Will our children win? Will the taxpayers win? switching operating expense to capital to perform in Vienna, Salzburg, Flo- Swirl Whirl Yogurt Buffet (Westfield), expense, which is not covered by the “2 the county have dismal results. For years, dumping Everyone hopes so. rence, and Venice. They will also and Chili’s Grill and Bar Restaurant percent cap.” Roofs don’t just fall apart money at the problem has been the standard ap- It will take a few years to know. visit Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg, (Clark). over a few years. This problem must take guided tours of Florence and Angela Ko reflect years of neglect. Maybe The Venice, with a stop at the Doge’s Westfield Westfield Leader could do a little inves- tigative reporting on this roof issue and perhaps a few other similar time bombs We Need A Flatter and Fairer Tax will pop up as well. Tim Harrington System That Is Applied Equally to All Madison Rising gas prices, wasteful govern- $2.1 trillion, in addition to voting to fund ment spending, ObamaCare, now com- ObamaCare to the tune of $105 billion. bined with our President’s rhetoric around My solution is for Congress to insti- United Fund Looks for raising taxes on investors and job cre- tute bold tax reform. America needs to ators, are all threatening to undermine institute a flatter income tax, and levy Campaign Donations our economic recovery. Rather than rais- taxes in a fairer manner: No more social Spring has sprung in Westfield. The ing taxes, we should be lowering all tax engineering, and no more trying to mold flowering trees are in their glory, rates, resulting in everyone paying into economic behavior or subsidize certain homeowners are sprucing up their yards, the system. This approach will not only markets at the expense of consumers. and the fields are alive again with chil- bring fairness and stability to our tax The estate tax should be abolished as a dren playing sports. As we all eagerly code, but it will stimulate economic matter of conservative principle: Gov- anticipate the rising temperatures of growth and job creation for millions of ernment does not have the right to tax spring, let us not forget another impor- Americans. wealth it already taxed, and we should tant thermometer — the Westfield United As we approach Tax Day, I believe have a tax system that encourages saving Fund’s fundraising thermometer, a fix- there is something inherently unfair about and parents helping their children get a ture in the North Avenue train station a tax system that picks winners and los- good start in life. Our corporate income parking lot. The WUF thermometer is as ers. A core principle of conservatism is tax should be the lowest in the world, not much a Westfield landmark as any, and the idea that every citizen should be the highest. Corporations do not pay what it represents is as much a part of the treated equally before the law, without taxes, they pass them on to consumers to fabric of Westfield as anything else—a regard to one’s station in society. Justice pay. community of caring. is supposed to wear a blindfold, meting Taxes on energy production need to be For 75 years, the Westfield United out justice without regard to who is lowered, or eliminated. A re-energized Fund has enhanced the lives of all of our wealthy or poor, what one does for a economy that has high rates of job cre- citizens, either directly or indirectly, by living, who one’s friends are, or what ation needs cheap energy. Cheap energy identifying areas of need and supporting family you are from. makes our manufacturing competitive. It the organizations that meet those needs. A tax system which is flatter and fairer lessens the cost of producing food and The money raised in Westfield stays in would be a tax applied equally to all transporting goods to market. Cheap en- Westfield, and funds are distributed by a without regard to the details of people’s ergy means consumers have more money volunteer panel of citizens who serve Tax Freedom Day lives. But consider how far from this in their pockets to spend, spurring eco- only with the best interests of our town in “Tax Freedom Day is a reminder of principle our tax code has become. It is nomic activity and job growth. mind. Great towns like Westfield are not Today marks National Tax Freedom porate tax collections. New Jersey ’s just how much it costs to run govern- now the polar opposite: Taxes are com- During the 2010 Congressional race, tax freedom day falls two weeks later created by accident. Westfield is a re- Day, when the average Americans has ment. New Jersey workers already pay puted based on your wealth, how you Representative Lance identified himself markable community not because of its earned enough money to pay this year’s on May 1. more than their fair share in taxes. It is earn it, what you invest in, and your as the “moderate incumbent.” Today, as beautiful homes, vibrant downtown or combined federal, state, and local tax Asm. Jon Bramnick (R, Westfield), time to provide them relief by reducing marital status. Subsidies abound depend- he attempts to move to the right, he is enviable schools; what really makes bill, as calculated by The Tax Founda- said today’s observance is a reminder their income tax burden. The best way to ing on age, sex, ethnicity, economic ac- now positioning himself as a “principled Westfield special is its people. Westfield tion. This year’s national date, April that reducing the tax burden must be attract jobs and keep people in New tivity and who your lobbyist is. and conservative” Republican. However, is a community that cares. Thanks to the 17, falls four days later than in 2011, among the highest priorities for legis- Jersey is to lower their taxes and let them The reality is Americans are over- Representative Lance voted for Cap and generous support of hundreds of donors, due to higher federal income and cor- lators. keep more of their hard-earned money.” taxed. No better illustration of how much Trade, a horrendously large carbon tax the WUF fundraising thermometer is very Americans’ tax burden has skyrocketed scheme that was supported by most lib- nearly to the top. But additional funds are than the rise of the two income-earner erals. This scheme is now being imple- Your State Legislators needed to help us reach our goal. Reach- family. Only 40 years ago, most families mented by the Obama EPA, which is ing our goal will ensure that no funding ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, in the middle class were able to get by on imposing carbon dioxide emission regu- cuts to our member agencies will be Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. one income. In today’s economy, many lations designed to shut down coal-pow- necessary and that critical services and 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. couples must both work to just meet their ered power plants. This will result in programs can continue to meet the needs Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, everyday expenses and tax liabilities. electricity rates “necessarily skyrocket- of area residents. The 2011-2012 Cam- (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. Compounding that problem, America ing,” in the words of President Obama. paign ends on April 30. If you have not Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) today has the dubious distinction of hav- Representative Lance also believes that made a donation to the WUF this year, I 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail ing the highest corporate tax rate in the America’s energy use must be curbed by urge you to please do so now. Your Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] world. making it more expensive as reflected in support will make a tremendous differ- (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] As a businessman for over 35 years, I his recent vote with Obama to keep the ence in the lives of many. To donate, Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] believe it’s time for deregulation and moratorium on drilling for oil and gas. please visit our website at 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] lower tax rates. This will create the con- Flatter, fairer, and less taxation is the www.westfieldunitedfund.org. Thank Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] ditions necessary for job creation. Un- path to restoring the American Dream. you. (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] fortunately, the opposite is happening, as David Larsen, Candidate Kimberly Benou 7th Congressional District our sitting Representative, Leonard GOP 7th Dist. Congressional Campaign Co-Chair, Westfield Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 Lance, voted to raise the debt ceiling United Fund A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 19, 2012 Page 5 Choice is Straightforward on Election Support Our Firefighters by Helping Dr. King Reminds Us to Work Hard to And It’s Not Obama or Menendez Prevent Forest Fires in Union County Repudiate All Forms of Hatred To my way of thinking, the upcom- other side wants New Jersey to be able As residents of an urban area, we in Where grilling is permitted, douse In the summer of 1962 en bus route carceration rate of minority citizens ing Presidential Election and the Sen- to decide how best to spend that money Union County are used to thinking about the fire thoroughly after you are fin- from Nashville to California for a (especially males) is way beyond the ate election for Senator Menendez’s based on our circumstances. fire prevention in terms of our homes ished and stir the wet embers to ensure youth conference our group of church limits of decency and even speaks the seat present very simple choices. Obama and Menendez have stripped and other buildings. However, an ex- they are completely soaked, then dis- teens made a rest stop in Little Rock, language of the uncivilized societies On one hand, President Obama and away long-standing religious freedom tremely mild winter and dry spring have card them in a trash can. Do not place Ark. Four of us teenage boys decided of history. The move to deny the vote Senator Menendez want to continue of conscience rights and believe that come together to underscore the impor- them in the woods. to have lunch in a nearby fast food to many of our citizens, by the unjus- to increase the debt burden on us and from now on government can direct tance of preventing forest fires in our Improperly discarded cigarettes are a eatery, ordered food and sat down to tifiable requirement that they must our children sentencing them for years how people can exercise and practice public parks and nature preserves, too. frequent cause of forest fires. When in eat. This was not a boldly audacious have picture identification is so remi- to come with a crushing burden, and their religion. The other side thinks Last month a small brush fire cropped the parks, cigarette smokers can make a act, but rather one of naive inno- niscent of life in the pre-sixties that on the other hand their opponents do the federal government has no right to up in Cranford, an unusual occurrence big difference by using a portable ash- cence, and although we were all aware progress for now does seem revers- not. Obama and Menendez want to interfere with the free exercise of reli- for Union County. Fire risk warnings tray, or dousing their stubs thoroughly have been issued by the National with water. of the Little Rock Nine, to us it was a ible. Religious intolerance seems in- spend even more money, which we do gion. thing of the past, another footnote in creasingly more a factor in important not have, while the other side doesn’t. Obama and Menendez want to close Weather Service and the New Jersey County residents who live next to a Forest Service, and major blazes have wooded area can help by exercising history. Shortly after receiving our decisions. Organized hate groups with Obama and Menendez want to insti- coal-fired electrical power plants and food and all of us realizing that it was intensely ideological separatist views tute hundreds of billions of yearly tax increase, even more, our electricity broken out elsewhere in the state, as extra care with their grills, candles and well as nearby in Staten Island. outdoor fireplaces, and by keeping an uneatable because it had been satu- are increasing in number. The apostles increases starting in January, while rates here in New Jersey. The other rated with salt, we were confronted of hate have, at least superficially, the other side doesn’t. side doesn’t. Obama and Menendez The situation has added a new layer eye out for sparks when using power Obama and Menendez say million- want to continue to limit the use of our of complexity to the job faced by our mowers and other equipment. by a hostile mob shouting racial epi- shown themselves to be more effec- aires and billionaires should pay more huge national oil reserves, while the career and volunteer firefighters. I know Clearing debris and fire hazards from thets and threatening to do us harm. tive than the apostles of love. taxes. The other side says that the rates other side wants to allow us to use our they will rise to meet this new challenge residential property also helps. To as- Were it not for the intervention of a During these disturbing times I re- for everyone are too high and should be own oil reserves instead of paying with the same extraordinary bravery sist you, Union County offers free drop- church counselor that took the mob member Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., reduced so everyone pays those lower over $4 a gallon for gas. and dedication they display every day. off days to collect used motor oil, paint by surprise and allowed our quick an apostle of love, who realized the millionaire and billionaire rates, rather Obama and Menendez don’t agree Our local fire departments can de- thinner and other flammable substances exit, I am certain that we would have destructive nature of hatred declar- than the other way around. Obama and with the way our Constitution pro- pend on each other for support when the from residents. For information call our become more grim statistics of racial ing that “hate is too great a burden to going gets tough. Through the Fire recorded recycling hotline, (908) 654- violence. My life has been tempered bear” and that we must “love or per- Menendez have ignored the budget fixes vides for limited powers for the fed- Mutual Aid system, they can coordi- 9889 or visit ucnjorg/recycle. recommended by a bipartisan and well eral government, while the other side by this and other childhood experi- ish” for love is the antidote for hate. nate to send extra personnel and spe- It’s also important to note that in New ences that remind me of the fragility He understood that we all are part of respected debt commission while the thinks our Constitution should be re- cialized equipment to the scene of a Jersey about 99 percent of all forest other side wants to at least talk about spected. To put it another way, Obama of our e pluribus unum. a common humanity, and even in forest fire, and the Union County Office fires are the result of accidents or care- Almost 50 years have gone by since death he reminds us that we all must the recommendations. Obama and and Menendez think that they are of Emergency Management also has a lessness. Of these, many are caused by Menendez are leaders of a political smarter than George Washington, Ben small utility truck for accessing remote cigarettes or by grills or campfires in the summer of 1962 and we are wit- work harder to recognize and repudi- party, which hasn’t passed a federal Franklin, Thomas Jefferson and James areas. non-designated areas. Some are the re- nessing, almost daily, the hateful vit- ate the various forms of hatred that budget in over three years, while the Madison, while the other side thinks Most of all, I want our local sult of arson. If you see risky activity, riol that weakens our union. Political destroys our unity and prevents the other political party has passed federal the Founders got it right. Obama and firefighters to know that they can de- please report it by calling 911. differences have become decidedly strengthening and preservation of our budgets (which Obama and Menendez Menendez think that the federal gov- pend on all of us to be on the alert for By working together we can all help more along racial and ethnic lines. union. haven’t been willing even to talk about; ernment should grow even bigger than forest fire hazards, and do our best to protect our public parks during these Our president has been called names Donnell Carr, Acting President how childish). it already is, while the other side thinks prevent them. dry conditions, so we can preserve them with inferences of racial, mental and Dr. Martin L. King Association, Obama and Menendez want to re- it should get smaller. One sure way to help prevent forest as cooling, peaceful places to relax all physical inferiority, and has received Westfield duce our choices for health care, while The choice is straightforward to me. fires in public parks is to use only summer long. many death threats. Aliens have been the other side doesn’t. And it’s not Obama or Menendez. designated areas for barbecuing. A sud- persecuted, prosecuted and even forc- Reading Is Good for You Obama and Menendez have already Al Mirabella Rich Fortunato den gust of wind can easily send embers Union County ibly removed from several of our www.goleader.com/ strictly limited our Flexible Spending Scotch Plains shooting into nearby wooded areas. Freeholder Chairman communities. The unjustly high in- Accounts (which allowed regular folks subscribe to shelter income from tax so it could be used for medical expenses), while Interiors So Lovely, You’ll Want to Stay Home the other side wants to give us back Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. those accounts so we can decide our- selves how to cover medical costs. “25 Years Experience” Think “Superior” For: Obama and Menendez have absolutely Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer refused to put any limits on trial law- • Expert Consultation Services yers, one of their largest donor groups, to reduce medical costs, while other FAMILY LAW • Space Planning / Room Layouts side wants to put limits in place. Obama • Remodeling Services and Menendez don’t want health in- · Divorce · Domestic Violence surance to be sold across state lines, • All Interior Related Products: while the other side does so that there · Custody · Child Support can be more competition. Furniture Floor Coverings Obama and Menendez want to lock Lighting Window Treatments us into government-mandated health · DWI · Criminal Defense insurance plans which increase the Accessorizing & Finishing Touches federal deficit and will cause Medi- · Business Disputes Commercial Litigation care to go broke, while the other side Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor wants to fix the budget problem by leaving things as is for older folks but at the same time allowing people un- der 50 to choose their own private (908) 232-8787 plans with extra government subsi- dies for lower income folks to help Joanne Womelsdorf, IFDA, ASID allied pay for them. Obama and Menendez have refused to give New Jersey the 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Phone: 908.232.3875 flexibility to decide how to best spend [email protected] richardjkaplow.com www.superiorinteriorsofnj.com federal Medicaid money, while the Page 6 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Marie Galasso, 81, Librarian; Member Of Legion of Mary and Rosary Society – Obituaries – POLICE BLOTTER Marie F. (Byrne) Galasso, 81, Galasso, and many nieces and neph- passed away on Monday, April 16, at ews. George F. Murphy, 81, Was GE Retiree; Sunrise Assisted Living in Westfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Westfield 70 block of Helen Street reported that Enjoyed Model Airplanes and Horses Friday, April 6, a resident of the 100 his unlocked motor vehicle was entered Born and raised in Jersey City, offered today, Thursday, April 19, at block of Pearl Street reported an act of and a GPS unit and loose change, with Mrs. Galasso lived in Edison for 25 10 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Roman George F. Murphy, 81, passed away West, in Cranford. Interment followed criminal mischief. Sometime between a value of $210, was removed. years and Cranford for the last 10 Catholic Church in Westfield. Inter- on Saturday, April 14, 2012, at Com- April 1 and April 6, someone unknown Thursday, April 12, a resident of the years. She was a member of the Le- ment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery at St. Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia. munity Hospice in Albany, N.Y. April 19, 2012 shattered the rear sliding glass door of 50 block of Helen Street reported that gion of Mary and the Rosary Society. in North Arlington. the residence with a gold-colored BB, his unlocked motor vehicle was entered Born in Buffalo, N.Y., he was raised which was recovered at the scene. The and a GPS unit, valued at $200, was She also had been a librarian at the Arrangements were by the Dooley in Westfield, N.J. and was a longtime Irma Horowitz Jersey City Public Library. Funeral Home, 218 North Avenue amount of damage was unknown at the removed. resident of Schenectady, N.Y. and Irma Horowitz died on Sunday, time of the report. Thursday, April 12, a resident of the She was the beloved wife of the West in Cranford. Sayre, Pa. late Ralph Galasso. In lieu of flowers, the family gra- April 8, 2012, after a short illness. Friday, April 6, Ashley Dietz, 25, of 100 block of Cray Terrace reported that Mr. Murphy was an Army veteran, Born in New York City, Irma grew Staten Island, N.Y. was arrested and her unlocked motor vehicle was en- Surviving are two loving children, ciously requests that donations be earned a Bachelor of Science degree charged with DWI pursuant to a motor tered and loose change in the amount of Kathleen Reidy and her husband, made to: Tomorrows Children’s Fund, up in Westfield, the eldest daughter in Chemical Engineering from of Paul and Celia Meisel, proprietors vehicle accident investigation on the $3 was removed. Chris, and RJ Galasso and his wife, Hackensack University Medical Cen- Marietta College and retired from 2000 block of Grandview Avenue. She Thursday, April 12, a resident of the Lisa; four beloved grandchildren, ter, 30 Prospect Avenue, Hackensack, for 45 years of Meisel’s Stationery GE in 1991. Store on Elm Street. She graduated was transported to police headquarters, 200 block of Herbert Avenue reported Katie, Kevin, Aidan and Lilah; her N.J. 07601, e-mail link: processed and turned over to a respon- that his unlocked motor vehicle was George loved flying his model air- from Westfield High School in 1939 sible adult. entered and a GPS unit and a Sirrius brother, Thomas Byrne, and his wife, www.atcfkid.com (In memory of planes and spending time with his Florence; her sister-in-law, Josephine Marie Galasso). and from Packard Business School in Tuesday, April 10, the theft of $150 Satellite Radio, with a total value of April 19, 2012 two Paso Fino horses. New York City. Irma lived in Eliza- in cash was reported from the garage of $270, were removed. His brother, Lawrence, prede- beth for many years before moving to a school on the 700 block of Westfield Saturday, April 14, a resident of the ceased him. the Westfield Senior Citizens Hous- Avenue. 40 block of Stagard Place reported that Surviving are three devoted chil- ing in 2011. Wednesday, April 11, a motor ve- his unlocked motor vehicle was entered Choral Art Society Concert dren, Michael and Thomas Murphy She was the beloved wife of the hicle burglary was reported on the 100 and a GPS unit and a Nintendo DS and Patricia Holmes; five loving late Abraham; devoted mother of block of Summit Court. Someone un- game system valued at $399 were taken. grandchildren; a beloved great-grand- Peter and his wife, Andrea; cherished known entered the unlocked vehicle Sunday, April 15, a resident of the 40 Set Sunday at St. Anne’s and removed an iPod and $60 in cash. block of Farley Avenue reported that his daughter; four devoted siblings, sister of Marilynn Klein and Gabrielle The total value of the theft was $260. unlocked motor vehicle was entered and Mercedes Slates, Donald and Rich- Zarrow; devoted aunt and loving and GARWOOD – The Choral Art pal Church in Summit since 1993, Thursday, April 12, Sherry Li, 45, of a GPS unit, valued at $100, was taken. ard Murphy and Lois Britton, and proud grandmother of Allison, Dana East Brunswick was arrested at a busi- Sunday, April 15, a resident of the 40 Society of New Jersey, Inc., in con- having previously held similar po- several nieces and nephews. and Rachel. ness on the 600 block of North Avenue block of Watson Road reported that his junction with St. Anne’s Roman sitions at Mountainside’s Commu- Services were held yesterday, Graveside services were held at West and charged with shoplifting a unlocked motor vehicle was entered and a Catholic Church, will present a nity Presbyterian Church. At Cal- Wednesday, April 18, at the Dooley Cedar Park Cemetery in Paramus, N.J. jacket and a pair of shoes, valued at a DVD player, valued at $100, was removed. Celebration of Spring at a Concert vary Church, Mr. Little directs an Funeral Home, 218 North Avenue, April 19, 2012 total of $545. Further investigation led Scotch Plains of Choral Music this Sunday, April adult choir, two youth choirs and to Li also being charged with posses- Monday, April 9, a resident of Mor- 22, at 4 p.m. It will take place at St. the Calvary Concert Series. sion of burglary tools. She was trans- gan Way reported that sometime dur- Anne’s Church, located at 325 Sec- For information about the Cho- ported to police headquarters, processed ing the day someone removed several ond Avenue in Garwood. ral Art Society, visit casofnj.org or Ma’ayan Religious School and released on her own recognizance newly planted bushes, valued at ap- A selection of choral music from call (908) 654-5737. with summonses. proximately $200, from her front yard. anthems to spirituals will be fea- Friday, April 13, James H. Heffernan, Monday, April 9, a resident of High- Funding has been made possible To Present Open House IV, 21, of Scotch Plains was arrested lander Drive reported that someone had tured. Tickets, for $10 each, will in part by the New Jersey State after turning himself in at Westfield attempted to open up a credit card in her be available at the door. Council on the Arts, Department of WESTFIELD – Temple Emanu-El’s Amy Ash at [email protected]. police headquarters to satisfy two traf- name without her authorization. James Little is the musical direc- State, a partner agency of the Na- Ma’ayan Religious School Program Ma’ayan is designed to ensure that fic warrants, one from Westfield, for Tuesday, April 10, a resident of tor of the Choral Art Society. Mr. tional Endowment for the Arts, for children with special needs will a Jewish education is accessible to $139, and the other from Fanwood, for Ashbrook Drive reported that she hired Little has been the organist and through a grant administered by the offer an open house on Sunday, April every child. The program is open to all $149. He was processed and released a contractor to do work and had paid choirmaster of the Calvary Episco- Union County Office of Cultural 29. The event will take place at Temple after posting the full cash bail. him $4,500, but that he has not done members of the Jewish community, Friday, April 13, Darnell Daniels- any work and his telephone number and Heritage Affairs and for this Emanu-El and will run for approxi- regardless of synagogue affiliation or 50th Anniversary season has been Murphy, 22, of Newark was arrested at was disconnected. Historical Society Plans mately one hour. Attendees are asked denomination. Its goal is to provide all the Essex County jail on an outstanding Tuesday, April 10, a student at Park made possible by a grant provided to arrive promptly at 9:45 a.m. Partici- children the opportunity to be called Westfield traffic warrant for $400. He Middle School reported that sometime ‘Show and Tell’ Event by the Westfield Foundation. pants will meet outside the temple’s to the Torah as a Bar/Bat Mitzvah. also had warrants from Union, for $250, during the day someone entered his SCOTCH PLAINS – The His- wooden doors, located at 756 East Ma’ayan offers a variety of family and Hillside, for $215. Daniels-Murphy unlocked locker and removed an Itouch torical Society of Scotch Plains Reading is Good For You Broad Street in Westfield. education programs for children with was transported to police headquarters, valued at approximately $225. Parents and children will partici- special needs. These events are run in processed and committed to the Union Tuesday, April 10, a resident of West and Fanwood will present a com- County jail in lieu of bail. Court reported that someone opened up munity-wide “Show and Tell” pro- pate in a typical Sunday Ma’ayan class. conjunction with the Jewish Commu- Participants will meet the Ma’ayan Friday, April 13, Timothy Dohm, a credit card without her authorization gram on Tuesday, April 24, start- nity Center (JCC) of Central New 24, of Westfield was arrested on an and made approximately $280 in ing at 8 p.m. All are invited and education director and the Ma’ayan Jersey and are held six times per year. outstanding Scotch Plains warrant for charges. encouraged to bring a piece of their program director, as well as the stu- This program is made possible in $110 after turning himself in at police Wednesday, April 11, a resident of history and to share it and its story dent aides. Activities will include re- part by a grant from the Jewish Fed- headquarters. He was processed and Mountain Avenue reported that some- with fellow attendees. citing the blessings and eating challah eration of Central New Jersey and by released on posted bail. time overnight someone removed his Additionally, some of the Osborn for a snack, learning Hebrew and the Holly E. Wetscher Ma’ayan Edu- Friday, April 13, Francis Smith, 40, solar powered lights, valued at approxi- Cannonball House Museum’s re- making an arts and crafts project. cation Fund. To learn more about this of Cranford was arrested on charges of mately $150, from the front of his house. To register, download a copy of the event and the Ma’ayan program, con- possession of a controlled dangerous Wednesday, April 11, a resident of cent acquisitions will be presented goleader.com/subscribe substance (CDS)/less than 50 grams of Valleyscent Avenue reported that some- during the meeting. program flyer, which is located on the tact Program Director Amy Ash at temple’s website, tewnj.org. Once on (908) 232-6770, extension no. 137, or suspected marijuana and possession of one had made approximately $500 in This monthly meeting of the His- SHERIFF’S SALE drug paraphernalia, pursuant to a mo- purchases on a credit card without his torical Society of Scotch Plains the website, click on the link to the e-mail [email protected]. For more in- tor vehicle stop on Woodland Avenue authorization. SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-12001343 calendar and then click on the date formation about Temple Emanu-El, and Fanwood will be free and open SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY near Kimball Avenue. He was trans- Thursday, April 12, a resident of to everyone. For this month only, it CHANCERY DIVISION April 29; there will be a link to the contact Carolyn Shane, executive di- ported to police headquarters, processed Canterbury Drive reported that he had UNION COUNTY flyer. Interested persons also may re- will be held at the historic Fanwood DOCKET NO. F-004721-11 rector, at (908) 232-6770, extension and released on his own recognizance received a call from an individual who Plaintiff: POLICE AND FIREMEN’S RETIRE- spond by e-mailing Program Director no. 114, or e-mail [email protected]. with a Westfield Municipal Court date. said he was from the victim’s bank and Train Station at North and Martine MENT SYSTEM BOARD OF TRUSTEES BY ITS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT NEW JERSEY Friday, April 13, a resident of the requested the victim’s social security Avenues. Fittingly it will be held HOUSING AND MORTGAGE FINANCE 800 block of Shackamaxon Drive re- number and date of birth. in the Fanwood Historical Com- AGENCY VS. F-SP YMCA to Conduct ported that someone unknown removed Thursday, April 12, Rishi Jones, 36, mission Museum on the first floor. Defendant: EDWIN DONNELLY, JR.; LORI a pair of earrings, valued at $3,000, of Plainfield was arrested on an out- DONNELLY Refreshments and fellowship will Sale Date: 05/02/2012 from the residence. standing $29,000 Plainfield warrant af- follow the meeting. For further in- Writ of Execution: 03/05/2012 Saturday, April 14, Virginia DeWitt, ter a motor vehicle stop on South Av- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Healthy Kids Day April 28 formation, call Connie Klock at to me directed I shall expose for sale by public 53, of Westfield was arrested on an enue. He was transported to police head- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- outstanding Garwood warrant, for $500, quarters, processed and released to the (908) 232-9489. TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- SCOTCH PLAINS – The tics, obstacle course, sports samplers, TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will and an outstanding Clark warrant, for Plainfield Police Department. WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of face painting, carnival games, family $467, pursuant to a motor vehicle stop Saturday, April 14, John Lukach, 27, said day. All successful bidders must have 20% celebrate Healthy Kids Day® with a games, relay races, arts and crafts, of their bid available in cash or certified check at free community event for children on the 700 block of Central Avenue. of Green Brook was arrested on an MASTER the conclusion of the sales. Camp Open House and healthy treats, She was transported to police head- outstanding $5,000 North Plainfield The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred and families on Saturday, April 28. Seventy-One Thousand Seventy-Nine and 96/ among other offerings. quarters, processed and released on her warrant after a motor vehicle stop on MEMORIALS 100*** $371,079.96. This event will be open to the pub- “At the Fanwood-Scotch Plains own recognizance on both warrants. Forest Road. He was transported to Concise statement of description of real Prop- erty to be sold: lic and will take place from 1 to 4 YMCA, we know that when the school Saturday, April 14, Shelby Williams, police headquarters, processed and re- 524 Central Avenue Municipality: Garwood p.m. at the YMCA’s location at 1340 44, of Montclair was arrested on an leased to the North Plainfield Police County: Union year ends, many kids lose exposure to Westfield, NJ (908) 233-2350 State of New Jersey Martine Avenue in Scotch Plains. activities that keep them moving and outstanding Westfield warrant, for Department. Street & Street No: 228 Willow Avenue $500, and an outstanding Orange war- Saturday, April 14, Daniel Bosse, www.mastermemorials.com Tax Block: 502, Tax Lot: 14 and 15 The YMCA Healthy Kids Day® learning. Healthy Kids Day will help Dimensions of Lot: 100 feet x 80 feet will be filled with fun, engaging and rant, for $120, pursuant to a pickup at 22, of South Plainfield was arrested Nearest Cross Street: Oak Street parents begin thinking early about the Union Police Department. Will- and charged with possession of sus- Superior Interests (if any): None creative activities designed to foster what their kids need to stay physically Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Seventy-Eight healthy living and which are part of iams was transported to Westfield po- pected marijuana after a motor vehicle Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty-Two and 98/ and intellectually active in the sum- lice headquarters, processed and held stop on Ravenswood Road. He was 100*** $378,862.98 together with lawful interest the YMCA’s larger efforts to help and costs. mer,” said Shannon Frank, director of in lieu of bail. transported to police headquarters, pro- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- more children and families become Youth and Family Programs. “Sum- Saturday, April 14, a Garwood resi- cessed and released after posting bail. tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Designer • Builders of fine expenses, there remains any surplus money, the physically active. More than 1,900 mer is just around the corner and is an dent reported being the victim of a theft Saturday, April 14, Jose Ocaso, Jr., money will be deposited into the Superior Court Y’s across the country are taking part ideal time for kids to get out and grow while attending an event at Gumbert 20, of Plainfield was arrested on an MONUMENTS Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to in the celebration, meant to kick start so they are healthier and sharper when Park. Someone unknown stole the outstanding $1,150 Plainfield warrant Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature victim’s wallet, which contained mul- after a motor vehicle stop on East Sec- MARKERS and extent of that person’s claim and asking for physical activity and learning the next school year begins.” MAUSOLEUMS an order directing payment of the surplus money. throughout the summer – a critical tiple credit cards, a New Jersey driver’s ond Street. He was transported to police The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale For information on membership license and $50. headquarters, processed and released. will have information regarding the surplus, if out-of-school time for children. or programs or to request a sched- Lettered • Cleaned any. Healthy Kids Day® at the Saturday, April 14, a resident of the Saturday, April 14, Joseph Pope, 23, There is a full legal description on file in the ule of classes, call the Fanwood- 800 block of Oak Avenue reported that of Iselin was arrested and charged with Union County Sheriff’s Office. Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA will Tim Doerr The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this Scotch Plains YMCA at (908) 889- someone unknown stole a Garmin GPS possession of drug paraphernalia after a sale for any length of time without further adver- provide resources to help educate 8880 or visit the Y’s website, unit, valued at $100, from an unsecured motor vehicle stop on Terrill Road. He tisement. Sally Bauer Doerr Ralph Froehlich adults about making healthy choices fanwoodscotchplainsymca.org. Fi- motor vehicle. The theft occurred while was transported to police headquarters, (established 1939) Sheriff for their families every day. Activi- the vehicle was parked in front of his processed and released after posting bail. Attorney: nancial assistance is available for POWERS KIRN - COUNSELORS ties will include open swim, gymnas- those who qualify. residence. Mountainside Also: 300 Rt. 37 East 728 MARINE HWY Sunday, April 15, Daniel Murphy, Wednesday, April 11, Harold E. Gar- PO BOX 848 - SUITE 200 SHERIFF’S SALE Toms River, NJ MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08057 SHERIFF’S SALE 41, of Westfield was arrested on suspi- ner, 41, of Orange was transported to (856) 802-1000 SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-12001565 cion of driving while intoxicated (DWI) police headquarters from the Essex (732) 349-2350 4 T - 4/5, 4/12, 4/19 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-12001250 & 4/26/12 Fee: $169.32 CHANCERY DIVISION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY pursuant to an investigation on the 400 County jail for an outstanding warrant UNION COUNTY CHANCERY DIVISION block of Springfield Avenue. He was in the amount of $900. DOCKET NO. F-039786-10 UNION COUNTY Plaintiff: FIRST HORIZON HOME LOANS, A DOCKET NO. F-33559-08B transported to police headquarters, pro- Wednesday, April 11, a resident of DIVISION OF FIRST TENNESSE BANK NA- Plaintiff: BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE cessed and held. Belair Court reported that he is a self- TIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE BENEFIT OF CERTIFICATE HOLD- VS. ERS ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-9T1, Monday, April 16, Donald Sabik, employed businessman who engaged Defendant: KITTIPONG UNGCHAROEN, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFI- 41, of Colonia was arrested on suspi- in an international deal where he was to Gray Funeral Homes MRS. KITTIPONG UNGCHAROEN, HIS WIFE; CATES, SERIES cion of DWI pursuant to a motor ve- ship goods to the Netherlands for a TRINITY GARDENS CONDOMINIUM ASSO- VS. CIATION Defendant: WILLIAM R. BLESSING, JESSICA hicle investigation on the 500 block of total cost of $8,197. According to po- Sale Date: 05/09/2012 L. BLESSING the Boulevard. He was transported to lice, upon instruction from the suspect, Writ of Execution: 02/08/2012 Sale Date: 04/25/2012 Since 1897 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Writ of Execution: 03/15/2012 police headquarters, processed and re- the victim wired $2,305 to cover ship- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public leased to a responsible adult. ping costs for which he was to be reim- TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Fanwood bursed. Further investigation revealed TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on Monday, April 9, Tiffany Freeman, the deal to be fraudulent and the victim said day. All successful bidders must have 20% WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of 26, of Millville was arrested on an active was defrauded out of the money he paid of their bid available in cash or certified check at said day. All successful bidders must have 20% the conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified check at warrant out of Orange after a motor for shipping, police said. The judgment amount is: ***Three Hundred the conclusion of the sales. vehicle stop at Terrill Road and Colum- Wednesday, April 11, a business Twenty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty- The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred Five and 83/100*** $329,925.83. Fifty-Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Two and bia Avenue. She was processed and re- owner parked his van at a business on Property to be sold is located in: Town of 35/100*** $458,702.35. leased by the Orange Municipal Court. Globe Avenue and went inside to con- Westfield, County of Union, in the State of New Municipality: Town of Westfield Jersey. County: Union Monday, April 9, a resident of the duct business, leaving an employee in Premises commonly known as: 515 Trinity State of New Jersey 100 block of LaGrande Avenue reported the van. According to police, an indi- Place, Apt 2BS, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 Street and Street No: 821 North Avenue, West Tax Lot # 1 C0050, Block # 3010 Tax Block: 2604, Tax Lot: 20 that her basketball net, valued at $10, vidual identified as a white male, 30 to Approximately Dimensions: 1.0927 AC Dimensions of Lot: 193.38 feet x 50 feet was taken off her basketball hoop. 40 years old, approximately five feet, Nearest Cross Street: First Street Nearest Cross Street: Orborn Avenue Monday, April 9, a resident of the 10 six inches to five feet, 10 inches in Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in Taxes: Current through 1st Quarter of 2012* Superior Interests (if any): Westfield holds a *Plus interest on these figures through date of claim for taxes due and/or other municipal utili- block of Midway Avenue reported that height, with short black hair and an 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. payoff and any and all subsequent taxes, water ties such as water and/or sewer in the amount of and sewer amounts. $2,097.58 as of 11/13/2009. his unlocked motor vehicle was entered unshaven face, wearing a red hooded Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Total Upset: ***Three Hundred Thirty-Eight Total Upset: ***Five Hundred Twenty-Four and multiple CDs and loose change sweatshirt, approached the passenger personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or Thousand Two Hundred Six and 60/100*** Thousand Six Hundred Thirty-Three and 86/ $338,206.60 together with lawful interest and 100*** $524,633.86 together with lawful interest totaling approximately $25 was taken. and told him his boss needed him in- cremation. costs. and costs. Tuesday, April 10, Alejandro side. As he went inside the building to Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and Moncayo, 37, of Linden was arrested meet his employer, the victim noticed a Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home expenses, there remains any surplus money, the expenses, there remains any surplus money, the on active warrants out of Fanwood and motor vehicle enter the parking lot. money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Scotch Plains after a motor vehicle stop When he returned, the driver’s-side 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to or any part thereof, may file a motion pursuant to at Terrill Road and East Second Street window had been shattered and $1,575 Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature and extent of that person’s claim and asking for and extent of that person’s claim and asking for for a motor vehicle violation. He was worth of copper wire, as well as in- William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. an order directing payment of the surplus money. an order directing payment of the surplus money. processed, posted bail and released. voices, deposit slips and receipts, had NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if Thursday, April 12, a resident of the been removed. The incident has been (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 any. any. 200 block of Herbert Avenue reported turned over to the detective bureau. There is a full legal description on file in the There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Union County Sheriff’s Office. that his unlocked motor vehicle was Friday, April 13, a resident of Edgewater The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this entered and a GPS unit, a laptop com- reported that multiple items, with a total John-Michael “J.M.” Jones sale for any length of time without further adver- sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. tisement. puter and a DVD player, with a total value of approximately $3,500, were miss- N.J. Lic. #4869 Ralph Froehlich Ralph Froehlich value of $2,500, were removed. ing from his storage unit at a public storage Sheriff Sheriff Attorney: Attorney: Thursday, April 12, a resident of the facility on Route 22. Director PARKER MC CAY - ATTORNEYS POWERS KIRN - COUNSELORS 70 block of Helen Street reported that Sunday, April 15, James J. Casson, 22, 9000 MIDATLANTIC DRIVE 728 MARINE HWY SUITE 300 PO BOX 848 - SUITE 200 her unlocked motor vehicle was en- of Berkeley Heights was arrested on an www.grayfuneralhomes.com MOUNT LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 08054 MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY 08057 tered and a GPS unit, valued at $400, outstanding $518 warrant out of Wayne (856) 596-8900 (856) 802-1000 4 T - 04/12, 04/19, 04/26 4 T - 3/29, 4/5, 4/12 was removed. after a motor vehicle in which he was a & 05/03/12 Fee: $173.40 & 4/19/12 Fee: $171.36 Thursday, April 12, a resident of the passenger was stopped for a violation. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 19, 2012 Page 7 Westfield Seeks Volunteers Liam’s Room Mini-Olympics For Cleanup on Saturday On Tap Sunday In Westfield WESTFIELD – In honor of Earth Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops WESTFIELD – Liam’s Room, Inc. unteer or become a sponsor, visit the Day, the Town of Westfield is in- needing to fulfill community ser- will host its Fifth Annual Mini-Olym- website liamsroom.org. viting volunteers to sign up for a vice requirements are welcome to pics and Homerun Derby fundraiser The goal of Liam’s Room is to pro- town-wide cleanup event that will participate (minors do need to be this Sunday, April 22, from noon to 5 vide pediatric palliative care in area take place this Saturday, April 21, supervised by a parent or adult p.m. at Gumbert Park in Westfield. hospitals, including the creation of an from 10 a.m. to noon, with a rain guardian). Individuals, groups or Open to children, adults and fami- inpatient room for families whose chil- date of Sunday, April 22. families interested in registering lies, this event will be held to raise dren have been diagnosed with a Volunteers who are willing to for the clean-up event are encour- funds for Liam’s Room, a not-for-profit chronic, potentially life-limiting illness. donate a little time and demon- aged to send their names and loca- organization founded by Peter and Lisa These rooms will be equipped with all strate civic pride are encouraged tion at which they plan to assist via McNamara of Westfield in memory of of the amenities that a child’s room to come out to one of the following e-mail to [email protected] their son, Liam. Tickets will be sold for should offer, as well as providing com- locations, where a member of the so that the town knows how many the following activities: fort to the entire family. In addition, town council or Green Team will volunteers to anticipate. Drop-ins The 30-Yard Dash – Children will Liam’s Room will assist in providing coordinate clean-up activities: also will be welcome. be timed as they run 30 yards. Fastest the necessary resources to help fami- Brightwood Park, Clark Park, times in each age group will win prizes. lies in navigating their child’s care. grassy triangles on Benson Place Oasis to Begin Series Long Jump – In this activity, simi- Liam’s Room currently operates at at South Chestnut Street and at lar to the Olympic event, children Overlook Medical Center in Summit Salter Place, Gumbert Park (be- On Debt Management will get a running start and jump as as the first location. For more infor- hind the ball fields), Maryland MOUNTAINSIDE – Oasis- PRIDE IN THE PAST…Miller-Cory House Museum Volunteers Melinda Mucha far as they can. mation, contact [email protected]. Avenue at Grandview Avenue, Church-NJ.com will begin a three- and Austin McCaffrey, pictured above at the museum, will present a program Football Throw – Children will during the annual Spring Assembly of the five Westfield history societies on attempt to throw a football and either Grove Street at Grandview Avenue, week debt-management teaching se- Tuesday, April 24, at 7:30 p.m. in the Assembly Hall of the Parish House of The Day of Recollection Dunham Avenue Bird Sanctuary ries this Sunday, April 22, at 11 a.m. Presbyterian Church in Westfield. The Miller-Cory House Museum Volunteers hit a target or through a tire. (meet at 800 block of Summit Av- Among the topics will be “How to will be the host organization this year. Baseball Throws w/radar device – To Occur at Shrine enue), Memorial Park, Tamaques handle money”; “The five things you Children will throw a baseball inside WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity/ Park Picnic Area, Northside Rail- have to do to win with finances”; a contained area and a radar device St. Helen’s Rosary Altar Society and road Station, Southside Railroad “The five steps it takes to get out of Miller-Cory Volunteers Set will measure their speed. Blue Horizons Widows’ Group invite Station or Mindowaskin Park (in debt” and “The biggest money myth Home Run Derby – Children and all members to attend a Day of Rec- partnership with the Friends of that’s out there.” adults will attempt to hit softballs ollection on Wednesday, May 2, from Mindowaskin Park). The Friends’ Oasis meets on Sundays at 11 a.m. To Host Spring Assembly beyond a designated area. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Shrine of St. own cleanup and planting has been at 1180 Spruce Drive in WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory cal Society, the Genealogical Society Lacrosse Throw – Children will Joseph in Stirling. The cost is $27, scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Mountainside. For more information, Museum Volunteers invite members of the West Fields, the Daughters of “throw” a lacrosse ball at a target set which includes a snack breakfast and Volunteers are asked to bring contact Lead Pastor Dave Butler at of the community to join them in the the American Revolution (DAR), the up inside the backstop. a hot lunch. Checks made payable to with them a pair of gloves and (732) 406-7821 or go to Oasis- celebration of their 40th anniversary Sons of the American Revolution Soccer Target Goal – Children will St. Joseph Shrine should be sent to: rakes, if possible. Church-NJ.com. featuring a presentation at the annual (SAR) and the Miller-Cory Museum “kick” a soccer ball at varying lengths Betty Avis, 644 Carleton Road, Spring Assembly program of Volunteers, this year’s host for the into a target covered goal. Westfield, N.J. 07090. To make a res- Westfield’s five history societies. program. The public is invited at no Additionally, food, games, face ervation, if in need of a ride or if able Thrift Shop Due to Reopen The event will take place on Tues- charge and light refreshments will be painting, entertainment and prizes to drive others, call Betty at (908) 233- day, April 24, at 7:30 p.m. in the served at the conclusion of the pro- will be available. To register to vol- 6813 by Wednesday, April 25. Assembly Hall of the Parish House gram. Entrance to the ground-floor Saturday at New Location of The Presbyterian Church in Assembly Hall is from the Mountain SCOTCH PLAINS – The Fanwood- makes them eligible for the drawing Westfield, located at 140 Mountain Avenue parking lot on the side of the Scotch Plains Service League has an- for the next half hour. New tickets will Avenue. Parish House. nounced that its thrift shop will reopen be given out every half hour. There is Melinda Mucha and Austin its doors this Saturday, April 21, at 10 no purchase necessary to be in the McCaffrey, Miller-Cory Museum a.m. at a new location. drawings, but participants must be in Volunteers, will present “Sachets, Corbins Welcome During the last week of March, the the shop to receive their prize. Sallets and Scurvy – The Magic of thrift shop was closed while the vol- The thrift shop has been in busi- 18th Century Herbs.” Brooke Audrine unteers, with the help of members of ness since 1973 and will celebrate its The herbs contained in the colonial Benjamin and Lauren Corbin of the Flintlocks of Boy Scouts of 40th anniversary next year. Through- homestead’s “kitchen garden” were Scotch Plains have announced the America, moved their merchandise, out this time and through the efforts indispensable to households that had birth of their first child, daughter fixtures, furniture, clothing racks and of the volunteer staff, the Service to be largely self-sufficient. Brooke Audrine Corbin, on Thurs- other items across the street to the League has donated more than $1 Ms. Mucha will relate how herbs day, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. at Over- shop’s new location at 1741 East Sec- million back into the local communi- were essential to many facets of colo- look Medical Center in Summit. ond Street in Scotch Plains. ties and to charitable organizations. nial life, from medicine and health The baby weighed 6 pounds and 7 Newly painted, reorganized and re- Shop hours of operation are Tues- care to grooming, housekeeping and ounces and measured 19 inches in stocked, the thrift shop is ready to day, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. food. The program will include de- length at birth. welcome customers. Shop volunteers to 2:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, scriptions of unusual 18th-century Brooke’s maternal grandparents are invite the public to enjoy complimen- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more informa- herbal recipes as well as a “sensory Jeffrey and Karen Gruman of tary light refreshments, sales and free tion or directions, call the shop at table” of herbal blends and mixtures. Westfield. drawings throughout Saturday morn- (908) 322-5420. Free parking is avail- A few of the Miller-Cory Museum Ms. Gail Miller of Westfield and ing. The store will be open until 1 p.m. able behind the store and on the street. Volunteers will each highlight with Horace Corbin of Garwood are her Every half hour, beginning at 10:30 “Points of Pride” some of their out- paternal grandparents. a.m., there will be a free drawing for a standing accomplishments over the 40 Mrs. Eleanor Corbin of variety of prizes for men, women and See it all on the Web! years that have made Miller-Cory a Fayetteville, Ga. is Brooke’s paternal children that will have been on display nationally recognized “living museum.” great-grandmother. the week before. Upon entering the www.goleader.com The five history societies of David Corbin of Garwood is the shop, visitors will receive a ticket that Westfield are: The Westfield Histori- baby’s great-uncle.

MAKE IT A FAMILY PLAY DATE

Healthy Kids Day FREE Community Event!

• Inflatable obstacle course Saturday, April 28 • Face painting, carnival games, arts & crafts • Toddler playhouse, Sports samplers, DDR challenge 1:00-4:00PM • Camp open house • Health screenings, fitness testing, nutrition events

• Healthy treats and other giveaways

Healthy Kids Day Specials valid Saturday 4/28 only! • Aquaducks synchronized swim show at 2:00PM Join the Y … Joiner’s Fee is waived! ($150 value) • Overlook Hospital teddy bear clinic (bring your own Make Summer Fun at Camp … 5% off paid-in-full traditional camps stuffed animal!)

• Community partner information WESTFIELD AREA Y Healthy Kids Day is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and 220 Clark Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 well-being of families by celebrating and teaching good health for kids, 908-233-2700 ∙ www.westfieldynj.org encouraging active play and inspiring a lifetime love of physical activity. Page 8 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION ‘Why We Dance’ Attracts WindSync Music Program Over 50 Participants Sunday to Salute Dr. Seuss WESTFIELD – More than 50 par- festival. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch forming in concert halls, schools, parks, ticipants came out in support of the “I am happy with the turnout, the Plains Public Library will present the museums and cafes. “Why We Dance 2012” event at the support of the community and busi- young, fresh, energetic ensemble Committed to educational enrich- Westfield Area “Y” on March 24. The nesses who donated school supplies WindSync this Sunday, April 22, at 2 ment, WindSync represents Young Au- Westfield Area “Y” is located at 220 and food items for this event,” said p.m. The group specializes in unique diences of Houston performing in pub- Clark Street in Westfield. Candace Waller. Ms. Waller coordi- and innovative approaches to classical lic schools in Houston. Nicholas Abreu led an hour-long nates the events and teaches the dance music and family-oriented concerts. The ensemble also has presented dance class that included Salsa and classes. This performance will feature cham- concerts with organizations such as Merengue and B-boy Hip-Hop. He “I was so proud of the performance ber music according to Dr. Seuss. Music for Autism and JUMP!, an out- also entertained the crowd with a dance by the students who participated in WindSync performs in accessible reach program through Rice battle with Joy S. Jackson, who led a the weekly classes. We only met for a ways designed to inspire audiences of University’s Shepherd School of Music. Rhythm and Soul Hip-Hop class. few weeks, but they really did a great all ages in venues that build a sense of The concert will be open to the pub- Local businesses provided refresh- job. I am looking forward to next community, foster national and inter- lic without charge. No registration is ments and giveaways. This was the year,” she added. national diplomacy and promote arts required. In the event of cancellation fourth annual “Why We Dance” event. For more information about the engagement. Performances expand the due to inclement weather, illness or Funded by a Union County HEART classes, contact Candace Waller at woodwind quintet repertoire with mul- other events, check the library’s website, Grant, this free program included [email protected] or (908) tiple world premiere pieces that were scotlib.org. The Scotch Plains Public weekly dance classes and the dance 432-2003. written or arranged especially for Library is located at 1927 Bartle Av- RAIN, RAIN GO AWAY…The Scotch Plains-Fanwood preschool students in Kerry Danish’s classes at School One have been involved in a study about WindSync. The group tours across the enue, one block from Park Avenue, in weather. Pictured, students participate in an experiment measuring rain. United States and Virgin Islands, per- the center of the township. Italian-Americans During War to Be Program Topic FANWOOD – Nancy C. culture icons such as Louis Prima Carnevale, assistant professor of and Joe DiMaggio illustrate the pos- history at Montclair State Univer- sibilities and limitations of the time. sity, will present a program entitled Professor Carnevale is the author “No Italian Spoken for the Dura- of the 2009 book “A New Lan- tion of the War: Italian Americans guage, A New World: Italian Immi- and the Second World War” on grants in the United States, 1890- Thursday, May 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the 1945,” which won the 2010 Ameri- Fanwood Memorial Library. The can Book Award from The Before library is located at North Avenue Columbus Foundation. and Tillotson Road. She graduated from Rutgers Uni- A LOVE OF DANCE…The fourth annual “Why We Dance” event took place on This program will look at the versity with a Bachelor of Arts de- March 24 at the Westfield Area “Y” in Westfield, which featured classes in Salsa little-known history of Italian- gree, from the University of Michi- and Merengue and B-boy Hip-Hop. Pictured are Why We Dance dancers with Americans during the World War II gan with a Master of Arts degree IN SYNC…WindSync, a group that specializes in unique and innovative ap- workshop presenters Nick Abreu and Joy S. Jackson. years. Despite record numbers of and from Rutgers College with a proaches to classical music and family-oriented concerts, will perform a Dr. enlistees, Italian-Americans were Ph.D. in United States History. She Seuss-themed program this Sunday, April 22, at 2 p.m. at the Scotch Plains Public for a time designated as enemy is a commissioner of the New Jer- Library. The library is located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. The Family Law Department of aliens who were subject to curfews sey Italian American Heritage Com- Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. Presents and other restrictions. A number of mission. Italian-Americans were relocated This free program will be pre- Rialto Theatre in Westfield to Premiere and some were sent to internment sented at the library courtesy of the camps. Friends of the Fanwood Memorial Unmasked Judeophobia on May 10 In her lecture, Professor Library and the New Jersey Coun- WESTFIELD – The Rialto Theatre From the director and producers of Carnevale will describe the war- cil for the Humanities. To register in Westfield will premiere Unmasked “The Case for Israel” comes this new time atmosphere this group faced for this event or for information Judeophobia on Thursday, May 10, at authoritative look at Judeophobia. Un- and consider the consequences of about other events at the library, 7:30 p.m. Rialto Theatre is located at masked Judeophobia examines the his- anti-Italian sentiment for Italian- call (908) 322-6400 or visit the 250 East Broad Street. Proceeds from toric and political forces driving Jew Americans in the postwar era. The library’s website, the screening will benefit Sing Out for hatred in the 21st century with notable stories of Italian-American pop fanwoodlibrary.org. Israel Music Video Competition. scholars and global experts including: Former United Nations Ambassador John Bolton, Alan Dershowitz, Natan Sharansky, Benny Morris, Eli Wiesel, ♥ Do you need someone to drop-off or pick-up at the Itamar Marcus and many others. Errands The feature-length documentary is pharmacy, post office, dry cleaner, etc.? riveting as it explores the roots and the ♥ promulgation of this newly institution- ~n~ Want someone to shop, do laundry or prepare a light alized, intellectualized movement of meal? Jew hatred. Audience members will have the Chores ♥ Recovering from surgery/illness and need a helping opportunity to discuss the film with hand? director Gloria Greenfield following Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq., Mario C. Gurrieri, Esq. (Chair), Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. and Andrew J. Economos, Esq. the screening. The movie is presented LLC ♥ Need someone to stop in regularly to check on your by the Israel Support Committee of 4 Lawyers, 4 Levels of Experience, 4 Hourly Rates safety, take casual walks or help with reading your mail? Central New Jersey and co-sponsored by the Community Relations Commit- All designed to serve your interests in all aspects of divorce ♥ Need a trustworthy house sitter or someone to check on tee of MetroWest and Central NJ. including custody, parenting time, relocation, distribution of Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at your house, bring in your mail/papers or water your assets, alimony, child support, college costs, prenuptial the door. Reserved seating for Sup- agreements, mediation, domestic violence, palimony, post- plants while you’re away? porters is $18, and Patrons $36. There ♥ will be an exclusive Patron only pre- divorce changes in financial circumstances, and civil unions I also file paperwork; wait for deliveries/repairmen; clear screening coffee and chat with the Mention this ad to receive a complimentary conference clutter or just help with tasks. director. Send checks to the Israel Support Committee, 18 Shalom Way, Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076. DVDs Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C. “I make life a little easier” will be available for sale for $15 at 340 North Avenue Cranford, NJ 07016 the screening. Elizabeth Marasco 908-906-0604 [email protected] For more information, contact Su- (908) 272-0200 www.dughihewit.com san Knopf at [email protected], or by phone at (908) 604-1444.

Presents

The Kugler System: Social Security Analysis Tools

Frank Rainaldi, the author of the Kugler System, has written a new technique book on Social Security DATE retirement benefits. There is currently a considerable amount of misinformation on the subject. The Thursday, April 26, 2012 main area of complexity is the coordination spousal retirement and survivor benefits. Many, if not most, retiring workers are not advised on how to maximize their spousal benefits.

TIME The following is a brief summary of some of the items that will be covered:

7 – 8:30 pm  When to elect benefits and how to maximize the coordination of spousal benefits

LOCATION  The 5 benefit enhancements available to a married worker when he/she attains retirement age (age 66) Rialto Theater 250 E. Broad Street  The advantage of filing to suspend benefits and/or having spousal benefits based solely on the Westfield, NJ 07090 other spouse’s work record

 Comparing the present value of spousal benefits and crossover year at Early (age 62), Full (age HOSTED BY 66), and Delayed (age 70) retirement age Gerard “Jay” Boyle  Acorn Financial Services How in certain situations each spouse can qualify for retirement benefits, delayed retirement credits, and spousal benefits

SPONSORED BY  We suggest you bring your Social Security statement if you would like a subsequent computer print out of your various retirement options Todd Melton Regional Vice President Jackson National Life About Your Host:

RSVP Gerard “Jay” Boyle is a lifelong resident of Westfield, NJ. Jay has participated in by Friday, April 20th numerous community ventures including Chairman of the Westfield Planning 973-716-7504 Board, Holy Trinity School, Advisory Board and the Union County Chamber of [email protected] Commerce. He currently serves on the Board of the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Board of the Westfield Foundation.

About the Speaker:

Mr. Rainaldi is one of the insurance industry's leading educators. He is a former director of education for John Hancock Life Insurance Company. He is also the author of the Kugler System, a complete marketing and training system used by many major life insurance companies and other financial institutions. His most recent technique book, "Social Security Analysis Tools to Determine the Most Favorable Social Security Options," and software program will provide the basis of his presentation.

Frank Rainaldi is not affiliated with Signator Investors Inc. The information presented by Mr. Rainaldi is solely his responsibility and comments made may not necessarily reflect the opinion of John Hancock, Signator Investors, Inc., or any of its affiliated companies. Acorn Financial and it representatives do not provide tax or legal advice. Please seek professional guidance. Registered Representative/Securities and Advisory products offered through Signator Investors, Inc. member FINRA, SIPC, a registered investment advisor. 290 W. Mount Pleasant Ave., Suite 3100, Livingston, NJ 07039. 973-994-0100. 374-20120404-98254 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 19, 2012 Page 9 Zero Tolerance Victory For Suspended HS Lacrosse Players EASTON, Md. — The Maryland Whitehead, president of The Ruth- tute argued that the suspensions vio- State Board of Education has re- erford Institute. “It’s a victory of lated fundamental principles of due versed the suspensions of two reason and fairness over the kind of process of law because the lighter Easton High School lacrosse play- hysterical, irrational exercise of au- and penknife were not clearly pro- ers for possession of “deadly weap- thority that teaches children to fear hibited under the school’s policies. ons,” namely a penknife and lighter those in power.” Moreover, neither item could rea- found in their lacrosse bags. Al- According to Laura Dennis, the sonably be considered a “danger- though it was understood that the mother of one of the suspended ous weapon,” Institute attorneys in- penknife and lighter were tools used boys, school officials reported re- sisted, because the only applicable by the boys to maintain their la- ceiving an anonymous tip that there definitions of “dangerous weapons” crosse equipment, the police were may have been alcohol on the la- make no mention of lighters and called and one player was actually crosse team’s bus on April 13, 2011, specifically exclude small pen- handcuffed, fingerprinted and when the team was headed to an knives such as the one Dennis used charged with possession of a deadly away game. Based on this so-called to maintain his lacrosse equipment. weapon. In reversing the suspen- “tip,” school officials boarded the Despite an outpouring of public sions, the Maryland State Board of bus, told the players to identify their support for the players, the Talbot Education noted that the students bags, and removed the players from County Board of Education subse- had voluntarily told officials they the bus while they searched the bags. quently elected not to reverse the possessed the items, that use of the During the search, officials discov- suspensions and expunge the play- tools to maintain lacrosse equip- ered a lighter in Casey Edsall’s bag ers’ academic records. Upon ap- ment had been tacitly approved by and a number of small tools, in- peal to the Maryland State Board of coaches, and that it was the actions cluding scissors, a penknife, a Education, Institute attorneys of school officials themselves that screwdriver and pliers, in Graham pointed out—and the State Board had caused any “disruption” to the Dennis’s bag. School officials re- of Education agreed—that Talbot educational process. Ordering that acted by calling law enforcement County’s policies authorize suspen- the students’ academic records be officers to the scene. Dennis— sion only as a “last resort” for re- completely expunged of the inci- whose bag contained the scissors, peated disciplinary infractions or dent, the State Board explained, penknife, screwdriver and pliers— where a student’s presence is a dan- “This case is about context and the was handcuffed, fingerprinted and ger to the school community. The appropriate exercise of discretion, charged as a juvenile in possession suspension of Edsall and Dennis in full consideration of all the facts of a deadly weapon. School offi- was therefore “illegal,” as it was in involved in the case, including cials ultimately suspended both direct conflict with those provi- whether to suspend and whether to boys from school: Edsall for one sions. Affiliate attorney John W. call the police.” day and Dennis for ten days. Garza acted on behalf of The Ruth- “This is a huge victory for stu- Coming to the students’ defense, erford Institute in its defense of dents everywhere,” said John W. attorneys for The Rutherford Insti- Dennis and Edsall.

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PUBLICATION ‘Sheep to Shawl’ Coming Tamborlane ‘Circus’ Art Sunday at Miller-Cory Is On Display at Library WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory The production of cloth and gar- WESTFIELD – Throughout April leaving you with your memories.” House Museum will recall spring- ments from woolen fibers will con- and May, the Westfield Memorial In New York City, Ms. Tamborlane time on an early American farm tinue with demonstrations of spin- Library is exhibiting a new series of is a member of the Art Students during its annual “Sheep to Shawl ning, weaving and knitting. Mu- abstract oil paintings entitled “The League, New Century Artists Gal- Festival” this Sunday, April 22, seum volunteers also will show- Circus” by Cranford artist Theodosia lery and The Pen and Brush. In New from 1 to 4 p.m. This event will case other 18th-century farm skills, A. G. Tamborlane. The library is Jersey, she actively participates in take place rain or shine. The mu- such as butter churning and “wash located at 550 East Broad Street in the Contemporary Art Group of New seum is located at 614 Mountain day.” Children’s activities will in- Westfield. Jersey, the Woodbridge Artisans Avenue in Westfield. clude a may pole, colonial games, This marks the first time this series Guild and Studio Montclair. The entire process of sheep a sheep craft and a tin piercing has been shown to the public. In her The exhibit can be viewed any- shearing will be demonstrated by craft. artist’s statement, Ms. Tamborlane time the library is open: Monday master sheep shearer Jeremy Mills A bake sale and an herb sale will writes about these paintings: “The through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 9 of Hamilton Square, using hand be conducted throughout the after- sound of the music, the beat of the p.m.; Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; shears as was done in the 18th and noon. Free homemade cookies and drums, the Circus is coming to town! Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 19th centuries. The museum grate- lemonade will be available in the My paintings are filled with the sights, Sundays 1 to 5 p.m. fully acknowledges Kafka Farms Frazee Building. The museum’s gift EASTER JOY…The Easter Bunny greets attendees at Oasis Church’s Easter glamour, and the excitement of the of Watchung, which is providing shop also will be open. Admission service on April 8, which drew a gathering of more than 500 people. The Circus. Enjoy them and revisit your celebratory event also featured a message of hope by Lead Pastor David Butler, VFW Schedules Trip the sheep for the festival. to “Sheep to Shawl” will be $3 for contemporary Christian rock music, fellowship, refreshments and live bunnies. childhood memories. adults, $2 for students/children and Oasis Church is located at 1180 Spruce Drive in Mountainside. For more “Children and adults read the Cir- To Showboat Casino Mr. Cummings to Give free for visitors under age 2. No information, call (732) 406-7821 or go to oasis-church-nj.com. cus poster to learn of days and times MOUNTAINSIDE – Veterans of reservations are necessary. for the festivities. At the Circus they Foreign Wars No. 10136 of Talk to College Club Upcoming Sunday programs in- wait under the big top for the Circus Mountainside will sponsor a trip to the FANWOOD – The College Club clude “The New Jersey Devil and Oasis Church Easter Service parade to begin. Trapeze artists fly Showboat Casino in Atlantic City on of Fanwood-Scotch Plains will host Other Tall Tales” on April 29; high above while clowns cavort Thursday, May 24. All are welcome. a presentation by avid photogra- “House Tours” on May 6 and throughout the Circus rings. Out- The bus will depart from the Our pher and longtime Fanwood resi- “Cleanliness is in the Mind of the Draws 500-Plus Attendees side the Circus tent, the fairway rides Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic dent Greg Cummings on Monday, Beholder” on May 20. The MOUNTAINSIDE – Oasis bunnies in tow. and games entice one to ride and Church parking lot, located at 300 April 23, at 7:30 p.m. at The museum’s annual “Aunt Carrie’s Church, a one-year-old contempo- “As a church we wanted to do some- play. Central Avenue in Mountainside, at Chelsea, located at 295 South Av- Attic Sale” is scheduled for Satur- rary Christian church located at 1180 thing fun, free and memorable for “As the entertainers finish their 10 a.m. and will return at 8 p.m. The enue in Fanwood. day, May 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Spruce Drive in Mountainside, at- families in our community, so we acts, they gather in bright array to cost is $28 per person, and partici- Mr. Cummings has garnered (the rain date is Sunday, May 27). tracted more than 500 people to its decided to do Easter worship ser- participate in the ‘Finale’ as the day’s pants will receive $25 back. many awards in juried shows in The public is invited to donate special Easter church service under vices in a unique place, and make it a Circus comes to a close. Too soon Interested persons are asked to New Jersey, Connecticut and items for the sale; all drop-offs its Big Top Tent on April 8. fun family day,” said Pastor Butler. the Circus days are done and the make checks payable to VFW No. Rhode Island. He also has had solo must be arranged in advance. Many attendees swayed as the band “Oasis is a church who endeavors Circus troop leaves town to travel to 10136. For more information, call exhibits of his work. His photo For more information, call (908) pounded out contemporary Christian to be relevant to the community. the next performance destination, Eve Vitale at (908) 789-8568. entitled “Blue Beach Cruisers” 232-1776 weekday mornings or e- rock music celebrating the holiest That is why as a follow-up to our appeared in the Asbury Park Press mail [email protected]. day on the Christian calendar. Easter service, we are planning a published book “The Real Jersey Details on all programs may be found After 30 minutes of music, lead Biblical debt-management teaching Hearing Society Accepting Shore.” Refreshments will precede on the museum’s Facebook page. The pastor Dave Butler offered a rel- series beginning Sunday at 11 a.m. the program. Everyone is welcome museum’s website is evant message of hope based on the If you have money worries or prob- to attend. millercoryhouse.org. death, burial and resurrection of lems with debt, come on out and find Scholarship Applications Jesus Christ. Following this unique some relief,” he added. service, the crowd enjoyed free For more information about this WESTFIELD – The Hearing So- sponsors a class in speech (lip) read- Dunkin’ Donuts and refreshments new teaching series at Oasis, call ciety currently is accepting applica- ing on Thursday mornings at the outdoors, as well as an Easter egg (732) 406-7821 or go to the church’s tions to its Sarah H. McGhee Memo- First Baptist Church, located at 170 hunt, with the Easter bunny and live website, oasis-church-nj.com. rial Scholarship Fund for the school Elm Street in Westfield, and wel- year 2012-2013. comes interested people from the These annual grants are awarded area to attend. For more information to students with a substantial hearing about the class, call Kay Schmitt at Garwood Library Offers loss who are pursuing a college de- (908) 232-6546 (voice) or Alice gree or vocational training following Knecht at (908) 688-8242 (voice). Recycling of Dairy Tubs their graduation from high school. Requirements include a docu- Retirees Group Plans GARWOOD – The Garwood Pub- empty items to the library any time mented hearing loss, satisfactory lic Library has announced that, in during the library’s business hours. academic achievement, school ac- April 24 Meeting addition to clean, empty yogurt cups They should not be placed in the book- tivities, financial need and a per- MOUNTAINSIDE – The and lids, the following items may be drop. The Garwood Library also con- sonal recommendation. If the stu- Mountainside Active Retirees will dropped off at the library for recy- tinues to collect used, empty inkjet dent remains eligible, the scholar- host their next meeting on Tuesday, cling with Terracyle: Cream cheese cartridges to send to Terracycle for ship may be renewed each year for April 24, from 10 a.m. to noon in the tubs and lids, ricotta cheese tubs and recycling, as well as the dairy tubs. the next three years. upstairs Community Room of the lids, sour cream tubs and lids and Terracycle (terracycle.net) is an Application forms are available Mountainside Municipal Building, butter tubs and lids. Only yogurt con- earth-friendly, “green” company that upon request by writing to: Mrs. P. located at 1385 Route 22, East. tainers that are flared at the top are started out in Princeton. It originally Hanigan, Scholarship Chairperson, Guest speaker Kathleen McMahan HAVE YOU ANY WOOL? …A Miller-Cory House Museum volunteer demon- blends her nursing expertise with her strates spinning and weaving. These skills will be among those featured during acceptable. The company does not recycled earthworm waste into a natu- 1213 Wyoming Avenue, the museum’s annual “Sheep to Shawl Festival” taking place this Sunday, April accept brands with tapered tops, such ral plant food that was sold in re- Mountainside, N.J. 07092, or by call- love and extensive knowledge of 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. Children’s activities will be included. The museum is located as La Yogurt and Yoplait. cycled, used soda bottles, available at ing her at (908) 232-4512 (voice). dance. Her talk will be entitled “Dance at 614 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. Individuals may bring the clean, some large home centers and dis- Applications must be submitted no and Festivities from Ancient Times count retail stores. The company has later than Tuesday, May 15, 2012. to Now.” All retirees are welcome to expanded its outreach to organiza- The Hearing Society is a not-for- attend and to enjoy fellowship and tions nationwide in an effort to help profit organization that has served refreshments following the presenta- clean up the environment. people with hearing loss in Union tion. For more information, call Ellie Currently, there are more than County since 1932. The Society also Annis at (908) 232-4399. 6,476,930 people and organizations collecting over one billion units of waste which are reused and recycled Journalist-Author Lemmon into new products such as backpacks, messenger bags, pencil cases, flower pots, shower curtains and toy kites, To Discuss Book at Library among other items. WESTFIELD – Journalist and au- papers on women and business for Collection boxes are located in the thor Gayle Lemmon will speak at the the World Bank, the International Fi- Garwood Library, located at 411 Westfield Memorial Library about her nance Corporation, Harvard Business Third Avenue (corner of Walnut New York Times best-selling book, School and the Center for Interna- Street), where used inkjet cartridges “The Dressmaker of tional Private Enterprise. and/or clean, empty dairy containers Khair Khana,” on Tues- She earned a Bachelor of may be dropped off. When the boxes day, May 1, at 7 p.m. The Arts degree in Journalism are full, the library will send them off Westfield group “Moth- summa cum laude from the to Terracycle and start all over again. ers on a Mission” (MOM) University of Missouri To date, the Garwood Library has will sponsor this program. School of Journalism and a recycled more than 3,200 yogurt con- Ms. Lemmon is con- Master of Business Admin- tainers and 250 inkjet cartridges, tributing editor-at-large for istration degree from keeping them out of local landfills Newsweek magazine and Harvard Business School, and streams. The Daily Beast, report- where she received the 2006 Library hours are Monday through ing on economic and de- Dean’s Award for her work Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 9 velopment issues with a on women’s entrepreneur- a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. focus on women, and ship. Ms. Lemmon speaks to 1 p.m. For further information, call deputy director of the Gayle Lemmon Spanish, German and French the Garwood Public Library at (908) Council on Foreign Rela- and is conversant in Dari. A 789-1670. tions’ Women and Foreign Policy pro- former Fulbright scholar and Robert Our Tillinghast course circa 1916. Our Tillinghast course today. gram. Bosch Foundation Fellow, she serves JCC Welcomes All Prior to joining the Council, Ms. on the board of the International Center To Family Fun Fest Lemmon covered public policy and for Research on Women. emerging markets for the global in- The sponsoring organization, Moth- SCOTCH PLAINS – All families vestment firm PIMCO, after working ers on a Mission, is a non-profit chari- are invited to the 2012 Family Fun for nearly a decade as a journalist with table organization based in Westfield. Memorable moments. Fest at the Jewish Community Center the ABC News Political Unit and “This Its mission is to help women and chil- (JCC) of Central New Jersey on Sun- Week with George Stephanopoulos.” dren in developing countries achieve Always wanted to belong to a Tillinghast course? day, April 29, from 3 to 7 p.m. The Ms. Lemmon has reported on en- equality and justice through educa- JCC is located at 1391 Martine Av- trepreneurs in conflict and post-con- tion and healthcare. The organization Now you can...every day! enue in Scotch Plains. Proceeds from flict regions for the Financial Times, has held fundraisers and clothing the event will benefit community Many memorable moments in golf history have occurred on courses designed New York Times, International Her- drives to help orphans in Africa and to families in need. ald Tribune, The Daily Beast and sponsor and build a well. by legendary architect A.W. Tillinghast, the Picasso of course architects. Family Fun Fest will feature an Christian Science Monitor, along with This program will be free and open Tilly-designed courses have hosted several PGA Championships and U.S. Opens outdoor barbecue, inflatables, field Ms. Magazine, Bloomberg, Politico to Westfield residents only. To regis- games, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, including Baltusrol, Bethpage and Winged Foot Golf Club just to name a few. and The Huffington Post. ter for the program, visit the library’s a foul shooting contest, tie-dyeing Ms. Lemmon has appeared on NBC website, wmlnj.org, and click on the and carnival games. There also will News, National Public Radio and Online Calendar, or call (908) 789- Since 1916 Shackamaxon Country Club members have created memories of be a special toddler play area. This their own on 18 Tillinghast-designed holes including his first ever “island green.” PBS, and on cable outlets including 4090, extension 0. The library is lo- event is described as ideal for chil- MSNBC and FOX. She has published cated at 550 East Broad Street. dren age 9 and under. We invite you to experience your “moment.” For more information about our Corporate sponsors to the event Special Preview Membership, please contact Director of Membership David Miniman include Powerhouse Studios and En- at 908.233.1300 ext 230 or [email protected]. tertainment, Gym Source, Vogel Bus Company, Investors Bank, Overlook Medical Center and Encon. Corporate sponsorships are still Spectacular Golf. available. If interested, contact Sandra Incredible Cuisine. Preview Kenoff, director of Marketing and Weddings and Special Events, at (908) 889-8800, Memberships extension no. 221, or Special Events welcome. Now Available! [email protected]. Tickets are $36 per member family (up to five members), $50 per com- munity participant family (up to five members) and $10 for each additional person. Tickets may be purchased in advance at jccnj.org or at the door. ® All are welcome. Admission in- At any moment, a great moment. cludes all activities. The barbecue and snacks will be available at addi- SHACKAMAXON COUNTRY CLUB tional cost. For more information, ◆ 1607 Shackamaxon Drive Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 contact Jodi Hotra, program director, FLYING FISH…The Garwood Public Library held its fourth annual Kite 908.233.1300 ◆ Shackamaxoncc.com at [email protected] or (908) 889- Making Project on March 24. This year, the children made fish-shaped kites. 8800, extension no. 235. This event After completing the projects, they took to the library lawn and sent them will be held rain or shine. soaring. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 19, 2012 Page 11 Piano Students Prepare for Annual Auditions, Recital WESTFIELD – Piano Students of Debra Parente of Westfield are pre- paring for her recital and for the annual piano auditions held by the N.J. Music Educators Association in early June. This will be Ms. Parente’s 25th piano recital in Union County, and her 24th year entering students in the auditions. The auditions are an ongoing in- centive program for students and a vehicle for enabling them, and their teacher, to assess their musical growth and development throughout the year. Greg Ryan for The Westfield Leader Students who have participated and GRAVE ACCIDENT…A vehicle was involved in a one-car accident that oc- received high grades three consecu- curred in front of Fairview Cemetery in Westfield last Thursday afternoon. The vehicle spun into the cemetery dislodging a few grave stones and hedges. It was tive years receive a pin; there is a the first time rescue squad members took someone out of the cemetery. HISTORY ON WHEELS…The Mountainside Restoration Committee held its five-year pin and at seven and nine “History’s Wheels, the Third Circuit,” near the Deacon Andrew Hetfield House years, students receive cash awards. in Mountainside on Sunday, April 15. “The Peoples’ Choice” award went to Jay All auditioning students receive cer- Tabac’s elegant 1978 Rolls Royce. Here, left to right, Don Jeka, event organizer, tificates and auditions are open to stu- presents Jay with the trophy. Proceeds from the show help support the Hetfield dents of teachers who are MEA mem- House. bers. Mark Mital Mark Mital of Fanwood is entering his seventh audition year and is excited Jazz Band and indicated that his classi- Friends Group Presents at the prospect of receiving the Char- cal piano training has helped with saxo- lotte Rubinow Award for excellence, phone as well. “Learning classical pi- which includes a cash prize. “Mark ano has definitely made me a better $15K Donation to Library has achieved high grades in all of his sight reader on both piano and sax. Plus auditions since second grade and I now I’m playing some jazz on piano WESTFIELD – The Westfield tive, invaluable relationship with and I like to experience both types of Memorial Library has announced the Friends.” am confident that he will receive the award at this, his seventh audition music,” he said. that the Friends of the Westfield Jody Lipson and Regina Dowd, Most of Ms. Parente’s piano stu- Memorial Library recently donated co-presidents of the Friends, said in year. I’m very proud of him,” Ms. Parente said. dents will be entering the auditions this $15,000 to the library. Library Di- a statement, “In this, our 40th year, year and she is confident they will do rector Phil Israel said that the funds the Friends of the Westfield Memo- When asked why he has so dili- gently entered the auditions each year well. “Last year I was thrilled to see would be used to help balance the rial Library are very happy to be they all achieved an Outstanding, the budget and to continue maintaining able once again to contribute funds Mark said, “It helps me to see how well I’ve progressed from year to highest grade. I know that will be a hard the high quality of programs and in support of the library. It is indeed act to follow, especially with more de- services that the library provides. what our mission is all about.” year. The levels get more challeng- ing and I can see that I’m learning mands each year. But I’m always im- Douglas Stokes, president of the The library is located at 550 East pressed at how well they rise to the board of trustees, said, “On behalf Broad Street. Library hours are harder pieces. I get a sense of accom- SCIENCE FAIR…Zubin Mulji of Edison and Aditya Dalal of Scotch Plains plishment.” Mark also plays saxo- occasion. So I have high hopes for this of the Westfield Memorial Library Monday through Thursday, 9:30 year as well,” Ms. Parente said. proudly display their project “Modeling Harmonics Using Pendulums” dur- Board of Trustees, I would like to a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, phone in the Park Middle School ing the eighth annual Science Fair at The Wardlaw-Hartridge School in thank the Friends of the Library for 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 Edison on April 12. Upper School students presented some of their most innovative work and gave judges Roland Marionni, pictured, Barbara Drake another generous gift that will ben- to 5 p.m. and Tom Gilbert plenty to ponder. Zubin and Aditya received third place efit all constituents of our library For more information, call (908) honors in the contest. community. The generous support 789-4090, visit the library’s provided by the Friends enables the website, wmlnj.org, and sign up for library to sustain, improve and cre- the monthly e-newsletter, “Library ate an enriching library center for Loop,” or stop by the library for a Toys Delivered To Children all. As a board, we consider our- copy of its award-winning quar- At Homeless Facility selves fortunate to have such a posi- terly newsletter, “Take Note.” NEWARK – Hundreds of plastic and reusing, so it’s extremely re- toys that were saved from the land- warding to know that our trucks fill by recycling will be presented and drivers can be used to ensure to children residing at a Newark that reusable toys end up with de- homeless facility as part of a spe- serving kids. It may be Earth Day, cial Earth Day celebration on Tues- but it also feels a lot like Christ- day, April 17, at 11 a.m. Tamaques mas!” BRAVO…Piano students of Debra Parente of Westfield pose for photos after Elementary School in Westfield and Diane Young, Administrator of their annual piano recital held last May. Evergreen and Coles Elementary New Community Harmony House, Schools in Scotch Plains are col- which has the capacity to house lected gently used plastic toys for 102 homeless families, thanked Continuo Arts Offering Free Tickets to donation. Second Chance Toys and 1-800- Officials from Second Chance GOT-JUNK? for their generosity. Lincoln Center Performance Toys, a non-profit that rescues and “This donation of environmen- WESTFIELD — The Continuo Dallas Wicke and Dylan Wicke. Fol- recycles gently used plastic toys, tally-friendly toys means so much Arts Foundation is offering free tick- lowing the Lincoln Center concert, will join with officials of 1-800- to the children and families at New ets to an upcoming performance at the chorus travels to Washington GOT-JUNK?, a full service junk Community-Harmony House,” Lincoln Center’s Avery Fischer Hall D.C. for a repeat performance at the removal company, to make the spe- Young said. “Toy purchases for their to the Westfield community. In a Strathmore Music Center. cial toy delivery to children at New children can be a luxury for home- collaboration with the Turkish Gov- “We are pleased to be able to offer Community Harmony House, a less families struggling to simply ernment, singers from Continuo Arts complimentary tickets to our transitional living facility located get back on their feet.” will perform the Turkish Oratorio Westfield community; whose sup- at 278 South Orange Avenue in Second Chance Toys was founded “Yunus Emre” with the Turksoy port continues to be instrumental in Newark. in 2006 to recycle gently used plas- Symphony Orchestra at 7 p.m. Mon- the on-going success of the Con- “Saving these toys from the land- tic toys for children in need. Over day April 23. tinuo Arts Foundation.” said Foun- fill and donating them to children at 100,000 donated toys have helped DANCE DUO…Fanwood-Scotch Plains Girl Scouts in fourth grade and above Local singers performing include: dation President Candace Wicke. New Community Harmony House keep our landfills free of these non- dressed up and partied March 3 during the year’s third and final “Me and My Guy” dance at Connell Corporate Park in Berkeley Heights, accompanied by Drude Roessler, Olivia McElheny, Call Continuo Arts at (908) 264- is a win-win situation that helps the biodegradable plastics while bring- Blake Fallon, Charlie McCready, 5324 to reserve your tickets today. environment, as well as families ing smiles to children. This award- their fathers or another male adult. Like the dances held in January and who are facing difficult times,” said winning 501c3 non-profit has been February for younger girls, the evening featured a DJ playing multi-generational dance music, plus refreshments and a professional photograph of each couple. Bronna Lipton, spokeswoman for recognized for the waste-need so- For more information, call (908) 518-4400 or visit gshnj.org. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN but stepped it up and finished with Acton and Julie Schott (run scored) Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times six. each punched an RBI single. Catcher Junior Julie Siragusa has been “I pitched all right. I didn’t really Melissa Moreno had an RBI and mostly known for her solid perfor- hit my spots like I wanted to. I didn’t scored twice. Maggie McKay singled mances on the mound; however, her get as many strikeouts as I usually do. and Victoria Matlin scored once. performances at the plate have been I think I got only three or four today. Amanda Schroder singled and striking, especially in the Cranford That’s really rare for me. But I have scored the Raiders’ only run. Kelly Cougars’ 12-1, five-inning victory great defense, so I don’t really worry Yeager, Amanda Marcus and Liz over the visiting Scotch Plains- about it. I can have an off day things Gallo each added a single. The Raid- Fanwood High School softball team will be fine, because I have someone ers did manage to put the ball in play. on April 13. behind me to field everything,” “I think we are coming along. The Siragusa doubled twice, walked Siragusa said. score doesn’t always indicate it, but and launched a towering homerun, The Cougars totaled 11 hits, five there were some good things hap- unlike any seen in a high school soft- for extra bases. Shortstop Allison pening. I thought we put the ball in ball game, and scored on all four Verrelli went 2-for-2 with a double play very nicely off a very good plate appearances. On the mound, and three RBI while scoring twice. pitcher. We are doing some really she improved her team’s record and Kerry Wischusen (2 runs scored) good connections with two strikes, her record to 6-1, scattering four hits rapped a pair of singles in her three so we are going to keep plugging and hitting one batter. Siragusa only at-bats and Stephanie Bagniewski away. They are good kids. They like David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times had two strikeouts after three innings drilled a two-run double, while Izzy CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 TRYING TO SWAY THE UMP…Blue Devil catcher Mike Ionta shows the ump the baseball as Cougar Sean Feeney, No. 20, slides home safely. The Cougars defeated the Blue Devils, 9-1, at Bob Brewster Sr. Field. WF’S DEMERS DBLS, COUGAR WILLIAMSON FANS 10 No. 15 Baseball Cougars Rap Westfield Blue Devil Nine, 9-1

By DAVID B. CORBIN DiFrancesco has been reading op- Coletta and Matt Varakian each added Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times posing pitchers quite well. a single. Senior pitching ace Ryan Williamson “A couple looked like they were Williamson never yielded more struck out 10 Blue Devils, walked two changeups, but you just got to pick it than one hit in an inning, and he and allowed just three hits in five in- up out of their hands. It’s really like capped off his evening by fanning nings, and his teammates were very going to war with the pitcher. It’s you four Blue Devils in the fifth inning. active with the “metal sticks” to give or him, and you always want to come “I was working them in-and-out. I the No. 15 Cranford High School base- out on top,” DiFrancesco said. mostly threw all fastballs today. I wish ball team a 9-1 victory over Westfield Cougar Sean Feeney (2 RBI) went I could have gotten ahead on guys a in Westfield on April 10. 2-for-4 with an RBI double. Chris little more today. I should have gotten The 4-0 Cougars totaled 11 hits, Folinusz had an RBI double, an in- a little more first-pitch strikes. All the which included four doubles and a field single and scored once after pull guys, I was working them outside pair of triples, while the 3-2 Blue being hit-by-a-pitch. Williamson and other guys, I was jamming them Devils finished with four hits. Cou- tripled and scored, Tommy Trotter in,” Williamson said. gar Andrew DiFrancesco created a rapped a two-run single, Eric Garguilo He was especially cautious with lot of sparks with his “metal stick” singled and scored twice, and George the hitting abilities of Blue Devils going 3-for-4 with a triple, double Georgodis had an RBI double. James O’Rourke and Varakian. and a single, while scoring three times Eric Demers had the Blue Devils’ “They are very good players. I just David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times and adding two RBI. only extra base hit when he doubled tried to pitch around them today,” WAITING FOR THE THROW…Raider catcher Kelly Yeager awaits the throw as Cougar Allison Verrelli, No. 16, slides Since last season when he finished off Williamson in the fifth inning and Williamson said. home to score in the third inning. The Cougars defeated the Raiders, 12-1, at Adams Field in Cranford. with a .450 batting average, scored on an error. Mike Ionta, Mike CONTINUED ON PAGE 18 THOMPSON TOPS RODGERS IN 1ST SINGLES BATTLE Blue Devil Tennis Boys Defeat Highly Improved Raiders, 5-0

By DAVID B. CORBIN Scott Thompson faced Raider fresh- and I kind of let him back in. The type Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times man standout Jeffrey Rodgers. The of players that I am playing against at A 5-0 team score does not neces- two were the last to come off the first singles, you can’t let them back sarily tell the whole story, especially court and in the end, Thompson pulled into a match,” Thompson said. “It’s a when it comes to the game of tennis out a 7-6 (7-4), 6-3 victory. mental sport, so you got to pump and neither does a team’s record, “I don’t think I knew I had the set yourself up. I feel my net game was depending on the level of the at any point in time. I think he broke strong throughout the match. I won a schedule’s competition. me twice and I broke him twice. It lot of percentage when I came to the The Westfield High School boys was a battle throughout the whole net, so I need to focus on getting a tennis team, with a 2-3 record, walked first set, even throughout the second ball and trying to attack and get in to onto LaGrande Courts in Fanwood set. Even though it was 6-3, every the net and put the point away. on April 11 to face a highly improved game was close. Every game was a On long volleys, each competitor Scotch Plains-Fanwood squad, sport- fight,” Thompson explained. had to decide when would be the best ing a 5-0 record, and walked off with The first set, especially, was filled time to go in for the kill. a 5-0 victory although four of the five with emotional highs and lows for “I think that it’s got to be a good matches were very competitive. both competitors. opportunity. It must be a short ball or The majority of eyes were focused “I feel like a turning point maybe you see the guy turn around. And you on the battle at first singles where for the worst for me was I got up 2-1, CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ROUNDING FIRST AND HEADING TO SECOND…Blue Devil Cali Chambliss rounds first base in the third inning and heads to second for her first double against Union. Chambliss added her second double in the sixth inning. PETERSON BANGS TWO TRIPLES, SCARENO FANS 11 Blue Devil Softball Girls Bury Union H.S. Lady Farmers, 7-1

By DAVID B. CORBIN other players first. I am fifth in the ball in play, and it’s really worked Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times lineup so I get to watch 1-2-3-4 all get out. She never tries to kill it. Never First baseman Audrey Peterson up there, and I get to know their tries to hit it over anybody’s head, packed thunder in her bat, and pitcher (pitchers’) style. It’s really just keep- just a nice smooth stroke and does Elena Scarano struck out 11 batters, ing your eye on the ball the whole her job,” Blue Devil Head Coach while allowing just three hits and a time,” Peterson explained. Caitlin MacDonald said. walk to lead the 6-1 Westfield High Peterson’s swing also seemed to be The Blue Devils totaled eight hits, School softball team to a 7-1 victory effortless. and Cali Chambliss contributed a pair over the Union Farmers in Union on “Before the season, I spent a lot of of doubles and scored twice. Sara April 12. time in the batting cages, and it has Seitz, Julie Criscuolo, Natalie Tupper Peterson (2-for-3, run scored, really helped, because you can change and Aditi Jain each added a single walk), who bats fifth in the lineup, the speed and stuff. Doing that before and scored a run, while Scarano belted a two-run triple to deep right the season really helps you know the scored once. field in the first inning and added an pitchers from the first pitch,” she said. The only extra base hit against David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times RBI triple to deep center in the sev- “She has been on fire for us all Scarano came off the bat of Nikki PREPARING A RETURN IN A TOUGH MATCH…Blue Devil junior Scott Thompson prepares to return the ball in his enth inning. season. She is not trying to do too Vendola in the fourth inning, but no match with Raider freshman Jeffrey Rodgers at first singles in Fanwood on April 11. “It comes from really watching the much. All she is trying to do is put the CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 HIRING A TOP AGENT ISN’T EXPENSIVE…IT’S PRICELESS!

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“Nothing lasts forever but the earth Greene (6-4) had tough first sets. And five stolen bases. The result: one safe at his 180 chances at first base. A four- and sky,” the rock group Kansas once Jacob Harris and Jack Rickles needed second in a bang-bang play, one safe at year starter, he hit .378, .389 and .333 sang, in those long-ago days before three sets to win at first doubles. Only third on a dropped throw (would’ve the previous years. global warming (surprise, the Den is a Alex Goldschmidt and Jacob Ziff at been an out) and three runners nailed. If Mike Venezia (WHS ’07) finally believer). second dubs had a relatively easy time. first impressions are important, and they managed to have an injury-free season, Anyhow, WHS and success in boys Then again, and to paraphrase Ja- are, this Ionta kid is the latest in the long starting all 30 games for the 8-22 tennis have seemingly lasted forever . . maican reggaeman Jimmy Cliff: “The line of outstanding WHS catchers. Sadly, Colgate basketball team. The senior . at least if you count time only from the harder the battle, the sweeter the vic- that was the lone highlight of a 9-1 loss three-year team captain led the Raiders late 1940s. State titles and long runs tory.” that will not make any end-of-season in minutes (996), 3-pointers (54), free deep into the state tournament have BASEBALL UPDATE highlight videos. throw percentage (82.8) and total points David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times produced an amazing run for parts of A belated congrats to Bobby SWIMMING UPDATE (288). Younger sister Diana Venezia HIGHLY CONTESTED MATCH…Raider freshman Jeffrey Rodgers concen- eight decades. The success the past 10 Brewster on career victory No. 500 as From YMCA Nationals in Greens- (WHS ’10), a sophomore at North Caro- trates on his return in his first singles match with Scott Thompson. years has been unprecedented: a 240- the WHS baseball coach. And to win boro, N.C., the WHS (and SP-F) swim- lina Wilmington, played in 16 games 42 record, 7 county, 5 sectional, 4 Group such a monumental game, a) at Bob mers had plenty of outstanding swims, for the Seahawks, whose 20-13 season 4 and two Tournament of Champions Brewster Sr. Memorial Field, b) with a highlighted by sophomore Tyler ended in the Women’s NIT. She hit on titles. six-run rally in the bottom of the 10th Lessner’s pair of 58.7 breaststroke splits 4 of 13 3-pointers and finished with 15 Devil Net Boys Defeat Raiders, 5-0 The last time WHS had a losing inning, and c) against archrival Scotch on the 4x100 medley relay and sopho- points. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 record, the president was Harry Plains-Fanwood no less, well, it was more Sarah Cronin’s 50.26 100 free ’64 BASEBALL REUNION have to hit that ball with confidence,” Truman, Joe McCarthy was an un- almost surreal. split on a 4x100 medley relay. Faithful Reader Ed from Pembrook, and took the match,” Mancini said. Mass., wrote to inform of a 1964 WHS Thompson said. According to Mancini, “I feel I known senator from Wisconsin, and Ironically, on the day “Brew” got Cronin and classmate Caroline the year was 1948! within one win of his college football Baldwin also had multiple “night” baseball team reunion on May 19, noon, Blue Devil Adam Greene was the played my patterns really well and at the Harrison, N.Y., home of Charley first to walk off the courts after he Not that this year’s squad should pal Parker Snare, the retired North swims in the point-scoring heats. dictated with my forehand. It was a have to worry about its won-lost record, Hunterdon coach who finished with Cronin: 24th in 200 free (1:51.90) and Widmer. Already committed are Ed defeated Andrew Leischner at sec- crazy match. It could have gone ei- although it was only 5-4 after last 501 W’s, another Montclair State alum 11th in 100 free (51.34); Baldwin: 12th Thorne, Dwight Davies, Rob Schram, ond singles, 6-4, 6-2, but it was no ther way. I came to the net a couple weekend’s Delbarton Invitational (with of their era – Bayonne’s Phil Baccarella in 100 back (55.79), 24th in 200 back Roger Doyle and Widmer. Bill Richold, easy cruise. more times than I usually do, but I matches against Millburn and Ridge to – earned his 400th coaching victory. (2:03.93), 13th in 50 free (23.89) and Charlie Mason, Dennis Burke, Billy “It was tough, because he’s fast. He think that really put me over the edge start this week). But the entire lineup is And to show that the victory gods are 19th in 100 free (51.78). Myers and Joe Wiendl are being tracked gets to a lot of balls, and I wasn’t hitting and won the match.” made of returning lettermen from last gender-blind, two legendary softball Junior Matt Daniel also had a great down. Those 10 seniors had a “disap- it at my targets. My serve was good The first doubles match took three year’s 20-5 team, which won its sev- coach – Hunterdon Central’s Pete Fick week, with a 22.02 in the 50 free, split pointing” 14-5 high school season but when it was in, but I had a lot of double sets where Blue Devils Jacob Harris enth straight county title. And the pro- and South Plainfield’s Don Panzarella a 21.24 50 free leg on the 4x50 free rebounded to form the backbone of the faults. So I had trouble getting points, and Jack Rickles outlasted Alex and gram has produced over 1,300 wins, – earned their 700th and 600th W’s, relay and a 52.49 butterfly leg on the Post 3’s Union County American Le- because he got to everything. Eventu- Jesse Ozdamar, 5-7, 6-0, 6-3. At sec- while losing less than 300 matches in respectively, on the same day. 4x100 medley relay (and 52.86 flat gion champions (21-4-3; state runnerup ally, I was able to start hitting angles ond doubles, Blue Devils Alex 90-plus seasons since starting in 1921. (Note: To the SP-F fan who wrote start), and added a 46.83 100 free relay to Brooklawn) and the Westfield Mer- and getting him off the court. Then I Goldschmidt and Jacob Ziff defeated It’s just that even the victories this about the lack of class by the Westfield split. Daniel, sophomore Stephen chants’ Union County League regular- moved in to the net,” Greene explained. Ben Yin and Josh Lopez, 6-2, 6-0. spring have often been struggles. Take players and the immaturity of some of Husch and senior Brendan Haley each season and playoff champion semipro Max Mancini was the next to the The Blue Devils lost to ranked pow- last week’s 5-0 win over then-unbeaten the fans during that wild opening game, had a 2:01+ 200 IM. team. last to walk off the court after pulling ers Delbarton and Livingston, and it Scotch Plains-Fanwood. WHS came the Devil’s Den sticks out his tongue COLLEGE UPDATE Thorne (of), Davies (2b-of), Nick out a pair of 6-4 sets over Raider will not get any easier with JP Stevens into the match with a 2-3 mark, and had and says: “Pffffffffffffffffffffffffffffft!” Mike Cappiello (WHS ’08) is off to Piscopo (ss-of), Widmer (c-rf) and Mike Rosenheck at third singles. on April 12 and the Delbarton Invita- to be happy to leave with the win, If you really want to see what classless a blistering start in his senior baseball Myers (if) were all regulars in 1962 as “It was a tough match. My oppo- tional on April 14. against a team it has now beaten 67 is all about, go check out a Cranford season at 10-14 Plymouth (Mass.) State. sophomores. They were joined in 1963 nent fought very well. I really en- “We’ve had some tough matches. times in 68 matches. game and listen to the amazing things Through the first 24 games, Cappy was by Schram, Doyle, Richold, Mason, joyed it, because it was such a battle. We played some of the best teams in Scott Thompson, Adam Greene and that come out of the mouth of one big- hitting a team-best .402 (33-for-82) Burke and Wiendl on the varsity team There were a couple of breaks in the state. I have had an all right season Max Mancini swept singles, but mouth “adult” Cougars fan.) with 10 doubles and 4 home runs, both that went 18-7 and won the school’s serves. We traded breaks a couple of so far, but I am trying to get better,” Mancini was pushed to 6-4, 6-4 at third Cranford put sophomore catcher Mike team highs. The 6-foot, 215-pounder first Union County Tournament under times, but in the end I got a little lucky singles, while Thompson (7-6) and Ionta to the test last week, attempting has also committed just one error among rookie coach Norm Koury. The 1961 Greene said. Edison team also featured standouts Local Touch…Global Reach John Hallam (later injured), Jay Isbrecht Fanwood Men’s Softball Association Marketing New Jersey and Jim O’Neil (both switched to track). CORRECTION Real Estate at the Faithful Reader Steamboat of Wash- © The Fanwood Men’s Softball Association is actively looking for Teams and Highest Level ington pointed out that Mike Tirone started coaching eighth-grade football Players Players to compete this coming spring. We are a modified Fast Pitch at Roosevelt Junior High School in the NEW PRICE fall of 1967, with fellow rookie foot- League that plays weeknights at LaGrande Park in Fanwood. ball coach Dick Gralewski. 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By FRED LECOMTE said Raider Head Coach Tom throw and scored on Ryan Jennings’ Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Baylock. a sac fly. Eight runs on six hits combined The 2-3 Raiders took a 3-0 jump in “We were handing them runs. They with an outstanding fielding play the top of the first. Christian Zazzali scored four runs on one hit. Just lots molded the outcome as the Governor whacked a leadoff single to center, of walks, passed balls not allowing Livingston High School baseball team Brad Alleman reached first on a wild us to turn double plays. Little things earned an 8-7 victory over Scotch throw and Anthony Krajczik took one that don’t look that big on the Plains-Fanwood on the Hill in Berke- for his team to load the pods. Ryan scoreboard, but they mean a lot. Then ley Heights on April 10. Henkels unloaded a three-run double on first, it’s huge. They got passed “What we preach to our kids is to center. balls, went to second and then they competing. We want to compete ev- The 4-0 Highlanders responded were going to third on passed balls ery day, every inning. We’re a young with three runs on one hit in the and getting a sac fly and scoring,” group. Today, we came up a little bottom of the inning. Keith Skinner Baylock said. short. We’re playing really good de- lofted a sac fly and Aaron Smith The Highlanders added three runs fense and we’re battling at the bat. banged a two-run double into left. in the fourth. Skinner slapped an RBI Our pitchers have to do a better job The Raiders plated a run in the double, and Jennings hit an RBI sac throwing strikes; too many walks. third inning when Krajczik reached fly ball to left. Skinner later success- Against a good team, you can’t give safely on an overthrow to first, darted fully swiped home plate on a passed up free bases; you’re not going to win to second, swiped third and scored ball to make the score, 7-4. games that way, and it came back to on James D’Angelo’s sacrifice fly GL added a run to their total in the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times bite us a little bit today. But again, ball into deep leftfield. The High- fifth when Justin Ennis singled, stole THE LAST LINE OF DEFENSE…Raider sophomore goaltender Megan Welch tries to prevent Caldwell’s Emily we’re very young on the mound. We landers quickly tied the game. Skin- second, advanced to third and scored Banaszynski, No. 8, from scoring. Welch made seven stops within a span of three minutes in a 10-9 loss to undefeated get more strikes, we’re going to give ner smacked a leadoff double to cen- on Will Smith’s sac fly. Caldwell. ourselves a shot to win a lot of games,” ter, moved to third on a misguided CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 McNEELEY, SCHILLER SCORE THREE GOALS EACH Caldwell Lady Chiefs Edge Raider Lacrosse Girls, 10-9

By DAVID B. CORBIN about three minutes, she stopped times the other way. I think our de- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times seven consecutive shots, which I think fense was pretty good overall. Today, Strong defense, especially on the helped us a lot. She had, at least 20 Caldwell did a good job of cutting part of sophomore goalkeeper Megan saves. She got a lot of playing time through. We had a hard time protect- Welch, nearly allowed the Scotch last year. She beat out a senior for the ing her [Welch], but she did keep us in Plains-Fanwood High School girls starting spot and she never left it for the game,” Coach Rafferty said. lacrosse team to topple Caldwell the rest of the year,” Raider Head Raider senior Liz Schiller and from the ranks of the undefeated, but Coach Rob Rafferty said. sophomore Andrea McNeeley each a pair of late goals from Annie The 3-4 Raiders’ defense also hung scored three goals and had an assist, Mergner salvaged a 10-9 victory for tightly to the very physical and fast while sophomore Julie Hagan had the 6-0 Lady Chiefs in Scotch Plains Mergner, although she did manage to two goals, and junior Haley Regan on April 16. net three goals in each half. The Raid- netted a goal and two assists. Junior Welch, who had six saves in the ers had a little more success limiting Elsa Leistikow had two assists, and first half, withstood a barrage of shots Lady Chief attacker Ijeoma Ikpe to Erin Weber added one assist. on goal to add, at least, 12 more saves two goals. Within the first three minutes of the in the second half. “Her and 32 [Ikpe] were their two first half, Lady Chief Ikpe stuffed in “Megan Welch, I would say that main girls. At times, we did a good a goal then three minutes later, Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times COMING IN FOR THE SCORE…Raider Frank Degnan, No. 5, comes in to score in the sixth inning on an RBI single by she put on her head today. One point job of containing her, but sometimes Mergner made the score, 2-0. Brad Alleman. The Raiders gave the Highlanders all they could handle in an 8-7 defeat. in the game there, probably within the ball bounces one way and some- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

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209 Central Avenue Kimberley A. Haley [email protected] Westfield, NJ 07090 Sales Associate 908.233.5555 908.301.2004 www.KimHaley.com Page 16 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Highlanders Hold Off Raiders, 8-7 Blue Devils Top Lady Farmers, 7-1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Trailing 8-4, the Raiders scored they wind up putting you away. Kevin runs were scored. first but she shut us down for a while. two runs in the sixth. Frank Degnan Maxwell and Alleman came in doing “Elena pitched her butt off today. Our base stealers, we had Chrissy on beat out the throw for a single and a good job holding down the fort. Our As far as keeping people off-balance, first, but we didn’t have to depend on swiped second. With two men out kids just kept competing, battling she kept them off-balance all game. that, because our bats came through,” and Jennings in relief, Alleman every at-bat, making their pitchers Three hits and one walk! If you don’t Coach MacDonald said. feasted on a fastball and scorched an work. When we got pitches to hit, we win that game, well she gave us every With Seitz on second and RBI. After walking a pair of Raiders were hitting them. It just gave our- possibility to win that game,” Coach Chambliss on first, Peterson slashed and bases full of Blue shirts, GL selves a shot to be there at the end,” MacDonald said. a two-run triple down the right field summoned Jon Schmedel to the said Baylock. The Farmers’ only score came as a line in the first inning. Then in the mound, but D’Angelo worked an “Over the course of a long course result of a quirky over-shift in the sixth, the Blue Devils put together a RBI walk. of the season, you are going to have third inning. Scarano struck out the pair of singles, a walk, an error and a Trailing, 8-6 in the seventh, the some games like this. We could have first two batters then walked the next. sacrifice fly to plate four more runs. Raiders threatened again. Kevin easily lost this game. Our The next batter had a bunt/slash style, Chambliss doubled and scored off Raszka’s speed earned him a single, centerfielder, made a huge, huge play so the Blue Devil infielders and Peterson’s triple in the seventh inning Degnan worked a walk and Zazzali throwing out the runner at the plate leftfielder moved in and the for the final run. slashed a sharp single to center. With and our catcher, that doesn’t go unno- centerfielder shifted towards leftfield. Peterson, a first baseman, was also the bases loaded, Alleman rapped a ticed how he came out on the short The runner on first attempted to steal handy with the glove and made sev- single, tightening the score, 8-7. hop and put the tag on. We’re a top-20 and the throw from the plate sailed eral fine plays, including a slick scoop The outstanding defensive play of team, I think we are; I don’t think into a vacant centerfield, allowing the for a putout in the seventh inning. the game, however, came when High- we’re as good as The Ledger thinks runner to score. “It is pretty much the same as bat- lander Billy Worswick threw out the we are right now. Ultimately, I think “We didn’t get a great throw and a ting. Just watch the ball the whole runner attempting to score at the plate. we can get to that point, but we still great catch combination. We could time! Get a feel for where it goes. Jennings finished the contest with a have a long way to go and need to have executed a little bit better, but When you see the ball going down, strikeout. fasten certain facets of our game to you have to shake it off,” Coach you have to get low in your stance and “You’re playing a top-10 team in get there,” said Highlander Head David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MacDonald said. be ready to pick it off the ground,” the state and you’re down four runs Coach Chris Roof. KEEPING A CHIEF IN CHECK…Raider Jessica Banasiak, No. 22, tries to keep a Caldwell Chief in check during their game in Scotch Plains on April 16. With speedsters like Criscuolo and Peterson explained. going to the sixth. A lot of teams just Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 301 002 1 7 Chambliss, the Blue Devils also like The Blue Devils’ only loss was a 9- fold and good teams feed off it and Gov. Livingston 301 310 x 8 to be aggressive on the bases, but 6 decision to Governor Livingston on because of Peterson’s two triples, April 5. Last year, the Highlanders
Caldwell Edges Raiders in Lacrosse Chambliss’ two doubles and the pitch- defeated the Blue Devils in the Union CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15 ing style of Farmer Brianna Greegan, County Tournament championship the situation did not present itself. game, so a rematch is desired. McNeeley, on an assist from Regan, in and we hung with them. I think we “Their pitcher kept us very off- “We almost caught them the last put the Raiders on the board less than are doing good things,” Coach balance the first couple of innings. game. I am looking forward to it,” a minute later, but Cori Landieri Rafferty said. We managed to get two across in the Peterson said. “Can’t wait!” scored to give the Chiefs a 3-1 lead. Caldwell 5 5 10 See it all on the web in color . . . Westfield 200 004 1 7 Mergner added two more goals and Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 4 5 9 www.goleader.com Union 001 000 0 1 Hagan scored one to make the score 5-2 and it appeared that the Chiefs were on their way to an easy victory, but Schiller found the net twice to Softball Cougars Stun Raiders in Five, 12-1 make the score at the half, 5-4. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 The Raiders worked the ball well in the second half, and with goals each other. They are a good fix. That’s the score, 5-0. runs in the fifth as a result of an error, from Regan, Schiller and McNeeley half the battle right there,” Raider “I saw the ball really well today. It Bagniewski’s two-run double, finally took the lead, 7-6, with 17:00 Head Coach Jessica Hulnik said. was a strike. I loved it, so I drove it. Schott’s RBI single and Siragusa’s remaining. Marcus led off the top of the first It was belt high and inside. That’s RBI double off the leftfield fence. “Offensively, the second half we inning with a single, but did not real- my favorite spot. I knew it was gone,” “This year, if she continues this did a pretty good job. We were mov- ize the accuracy of Moreno, who fired Siragusa explained. way she’s Player of the Year in the ing the ball with Schiller and to Verrelli at second to get the out. “From what my catcher told me, county as far as I am concerned. McNeeley. We got some good cuts. Schroder followed with a single but we pitched it right where she wanted. She’s hitting the ball well. What

  
    
   They were probably our best goals the Raiders failed to score. Moreno She just got around and turned and people don’t understand about that assist wise this year,” Coach Rafferty repeated the act an inning later when blasted the thing,” Coach Hulnik said. kid, she’s the best outfielder in the  said. she gunned down Gallo at second. “It was a shot. What can you do?” county and never gets to play out-

   The Chiefs tied the score, 8-8, with “They started on first when they “I know Julie now five years. When field,” Coach Bruno said. 8:00 remaining then McNeeley, as- didn’t put the bunt down, so I fig- she was a freshman, I said this to her. Siragusa did get an opportunity to 
   
sisted by Hagan, put the Raiders ured just get them. Allie [Verrelli] ‘I enjoy watching you play this play centerfield for a few innings ahead, 9-8, with seven minutes left. does it really well, so I am happy game.’ And I still enjoy watching her against Bishop Ahr on April 7 and Mergner scored the final two goals to she’s there,” Moreno said. play. She’s a softball player. She’s a demonstrated her athleticism with a     maintain the Chiefs’ undefeated sta- Highlighted by Siragusa’s first five-tool girl! She can do everything running snag.   tus. double and Verrelli’s two-run double we ask her to do on the field and “Love it! Love it out there! I love ! "#$ "%& “We are getting there one game at to right-center, the Cougars plated more sometimes,” Cougar Head the outfield,” Siragusa commented.  a time. We are playing some teams three runs in the bottom of the first. Coach Bob Bruno said. Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 10 1 '  ( )* + that are more established and have Siragusa stepped to the plate in the In the fourth inning, Schroder was Cranford 302 25 12 been around for a while. Some people third inning lined her homer in a hit-by-a-pitch, advanced on Yeager’s ,( ---+ (. + don’t realize we are a four-year pro- flash into the trees above the single and scored on a wild pitch. gram, but we are only second-year scoreboard. Verrelli singled and The Cougars quickly answered with Probitas Verus Honos varsity. This was a 5-0 team coming Acton rapped an RBI single to make two runs. The Cougars plated five

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By DAVID B. CORBIN “He played a great game. Both “Every inning, every pitch, every Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times guys! The second baseman and the out we play. Fortunately it worked, Missed opportunities and a few shortstop played a great game,” Cou- but unfortunately they scored one untimely errors early on put the No. gar Head Coach Dennis McCaffrey more run than us,” Coach McCaffrey 15 Cranford High School baseball said. said. team in a hole that it did manage to The Highlanders capitalized on an “We never give up. We had to put climb out of, but in the end, Keith error at second, a wild pitch and a four runs. We were confident we were Skinner’s slashing double to leftfield throwing error to score three runs on going to do it. That’s what we did. We in the bottom of the ninth inning one hit in the third to grab a 5-1 lead. were expecting it,” Garguilo said. allowed Billy Worswick to score from Garguilo singled and scored on Cougar starting pitcher Kurt first to give the No. 7 Governor DiFrancesco’s RBI single in the fifth, Rutmayer, in his eight innings on the Livingston Highlanders a 7-6 victory but Aaron Smith doubled and scored mound, yielded three earned runs, in Berkeley Heights on April 13. in the sixth to make the score, 6-2. seven hits and four walks, hit two The Cougars out-hit the Highland- “I made a few errors. I cost the batters and struck out five. Alex Plick ers, 12-9, and second baseman Eric team two runs that one inning. I made pitched in the ninth, allowing one run Garguilo had a strong evening at the an error on a double play, and I take on two hits. Highlander starter plate going 3-for-5 with a double and responsibility for that,” Garguilo said. Worswick allowed 11 hits, walked three runs scored, in addition to reach- “We didn’t execute in situational three and hit a batter, while fanning ing safely on an error. Sean Feeney hitting early in the game. We had a six in seven innings. Reliever John also had a pair of singles and a double, couple of chances to break it open a Schmedel yielded a hit and two walks, and scored once. Feeney also had little bit, but their guys made a lot of while fanning three in two innings. two stolen bases. Chris Folinusz had nice plays. They played a great de- Cranford 100 010 400 6 a two-run single and a double, while fensive game. It’s a credit to them. Gov. Livingston 203 001 001 7 scoring once and stealing a base. They won the game,” Coach Skinner finished 2-for-4 with a pair McCaffrey said. of doubles and a run scored. Ryan The Cougars’ bats and base-run- WF Tops Mo-Beard, Jennings had an RBI triple, singled ning skills came to life in the seventh. Loses to Holmdel and scored twice. Aaron Smith Sean McGovern tapped a leadoff chopped an RBI single, doubled and single, Garguilo doubled and Feeney The Westfield High School boys scored twice, and Worswick singled walked to load the bases. After a fly tennis team defeated Morristown- twice and scored twice. out to left, Folinusz lined a two-run Beard, 5-0, then lost to Holmdel, 3- Garguilo and Feeney led off the single to center. The next batter struck 2, at the Delbarton Tournament on top of the first inning with back-to- out, then the Cougars pulled off a April 14. back singles then Andrew gutsy double steal that worked, put- WESTFIELD 5, MO-TOWN-BEARD 0 DiFrancesco’s bunt resulted in a ting both runners in scoring position. First singles: Scott Thompson d Pete throwing error and a run scored. Tommy Trotter followed with a two- Daly, 6-1, 6-0 Folinusz walked to load the bases run double to knot the score. Second singles: Adam Greene d EJ with nobody out, but the Cougars Gordon, 6-7 (5-7), 6-3, 6-3 Third singles: Max Mancini d Hugh failed to capitalize. The Highlanders Daly, 6-0, 6-2 answered with two runs on Jenning’s WF Lady Laxers Stop First doubles: Jack Rickles and Jacob RBI triple down the right field line Morris Knolls, 15-12 Harris d John Pisano and Jacob Beeber, and Smith’s squibbling infield RBI 6-0, 6-0 Second doubles: Jacob Ziff and Justin single. The Westfield High School girls Cafiero d Reid Harris and Andre In the third, Feeney hammered a lacrosse team defeated Morris Knolls, Kundrat, 6-0, 6-0 shot to the centerfield fence but at- 15-12, in Denville on April 13. 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© 2012 Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. Coldwell Banker® is a registered trademark licensed to Coldwell Banker Real Estate Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Page 18 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Cougar Girls Capture First, Boys 2nd at Cougar Relays The Cranford High School girls third in the 4x400 at 4:21.34. track & field team captured first and While finishing second in the 4x800 the Cougar boys placed second in a with a time of 8:13.02, George El- field of nine teams, which included Khoury, Carl Lieberman, Paul Freehold Township, Governor Cassaro and Mike Zanfardino quali- Livingston, Dayton, Elizabeth, Kent fied for the Penn Relays. Place, Toms River South, Union City, “This is the first time since I have Morristown and Linden at the Cougar been here that we got accepted in that Relays at Memorial Field in Cranford event. We are all very excited,” Cou- on April 14. The Cougar girls took top gar Head Coach Peter Kane said. honors in six events, while the boys Adham McGuire (top distance of placed first in four events. 42-6) and Reggie Green won the triple Bryanna Grant and Regine Hunter jump with a distance of 82.7.5. had the best jumps to win the triple McGuire (top throw of 158-3) and jump event with a distance of 73-4. Rob Kessler won the javelin with a Ashley McGuire, Hunter, Grant and distance of 305-9. Kessler and Rob Jenna Ellenbacher crossed first in the O’Shaughnessy won the discus with 4x100 with a time of 50.91. Rebecca a distance of 217-3.5. Pat Lynch and Shimonov, Hunter, Grant and Mike Helmstetter took top honors in Ellenbacher finished first in the 4x100 the pole vault with a height of 24-0. PLACING FOURTH…Jennifer Bag- hurdles at 1:06.2. Chris Witwick, Jake Waleski and ger participated with her team, the Shimonov and Hunter took first in Skyliners in the 2012 US Synchronized David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Dan VanOstenbridge crossed second Skating Championships in Worcester, AWAITING THE THROW…Blue Devil Jon Gribbin awaits the throw from the catcher as Cougar George Georgodis, No. the long jump with a distance of 30- in the 3x400 hurdles at 3:05.04. Mass. in March. The team skated in 12, dives back to second base. 7.75. Kristen VanBenschoten and VanOstenbridge, Donavin Walker, the intermediate division, earned a to- Summer Kortbaoui took top honors Derek Keller and Luke Eltringham tal of 54.81 points and was awarded a in the discus with a distance of 185- finished second in the 4x110 hurdles pewter medal (fourth place) compet- 10.5 and the shot put with a distance at 1:17.64. Lynch, McGuire, Green ing against teams from all over the No. 15 Baseball Cougars Rap Blue Devils, 9-1 of 57-3.5. Kortbaoui and Alex and Waleski finished second in the United States. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Krowicki took second in the javelin 4x100 at 45-0. Joe DaSilva, Green, with a distance of 152-8. Grant and Helmstetter and Waleski finished sec- Reading is Good For You Vinnie Colaneri pitched the sixth mound. Evan Friedman relieved in the well. Ryan did an excellent job on the McGuire placed second in the pole ond in the 4x200 at 1:34.75. Tom and seventh innings and added three sixth and needed to face only three mound. There was really nothing vault with a height of 16-0. Feeney, Brandon Hashemi, Connor more strikeouts to bring Westfield’s batters. Rich Malacrea pitched in the much to it. We just played the game of Laura Van Horn, Shimonov and McMahon and Eli Howard crossed total to 13. He also allowed one single seventh and allowed one run on two baseball,” DiFrancisco said. “We did Ellenbacher finished second in the second in the distance medley relay and walked two. hits and one hit batter. the situational hitting when we needed 3x400 hurdles at 3:39.73. Van Horn, at 11:18.09. “We worked very hard in trying to “Cranford made the plays in the with runners on. We played crisp in- Ellenbacher, Melissa Ruppel and “We have Boys 4x100, 4x400 and get bats on the ball, but I think some- field and, defensively, we did not field all day.” McGuire crossed second in the 4x200 4x400 competing at Penn and Girls times our approach at the plate is we play well. We made a lot of mistakes Cranford 301 130 1 9 at 1:50.49. McGuire, Van Horn, 4x100, 4x400 and Bryanna in the may be thinking too much. We may today, and when that happens, the Westfield 000 010 0 1 Shimonov and Erin Meixner finished triple jump. Bry is ranked as the two be guessing on pitches. You can’t pitcher is going to add on five or 10 seed behind a Jamaican,” Coach Kane goleader.com/subscribe guess. A good team, when you start pitches more for each error you make. noted. guessing, they are going to throw It gives them a new batter. It extends Blue Devil Boys Win 4x800 pitches you are not ready for. We are innings,” Coach Brewster said. looking for the wrong pitches on the The Cougars added a run in the wrong counts. Look for fastballs! third and fourth innings and did ex- To Qualify for Penn Relays Adjust for curves! Sometimes we look hibit their traditional style of aggres- for curves and they throw fastballs by sive base running, however, they did The Westfield High School boys Amanda Fischer, Noelle Rosa, you before you even swing the bat. get caught in the act twice. 4x800 relay team qualified for the Elena Chermak and Jenna Helfand We have a lot of guys taking pitches “We tried to see what we got, like Penn Relays to be held at Franklin finished third in the 4x100 with a that puts themselves in a hole, and ball in the dirt, you got to manufacture Field in Philadelphia on April 26-28 time of 52.3. Mae Devin and Ida that doesn’t bode well,” Blue Devil runs with aggressive base running. by crossing first at the Old Bridge Chen placed third in the pole vault Head Coach Bob Brewster said. You got to get good leads and get a Invitational on April 14. Dan Luzzi with a height of 15-6. DeVita and Williamson was called twice for jump on the ball and try not to get (2:00.3), Matt Luppino (1:58.8), Jack Helfand took fourth in the triple jump balks, which was something that he picked off. It’s early in the season. We Leahy (1:59.6) and Kevin Ingram with a distance of 61-5. DeVita and never experienced before. have to get good reads off the pitchers. (1:57.6) finished in 7:57.13. Chermak placed fifth in the long jump “Absolutely not! Today it was a There are numerous things we have to The Lady Blue Devils placed first in with a distance of 29-4.5. little cold and dry, so I needed to get work on,” DiFrancisco said. the team javelin at Old Bridge when Johnson, Burtness, Marcotullio and a grip on the ball, and I kept blowing The Cougars added three more runs Meghan Reilly with a personal-best McBain crossed fourth in the distance in my hand. I guess they said I couldn’t in the fifth to take an 8-0 lead. After toss of 118-2 and Christina Mosco with medley relay with a time of 13.17.74. do that,” Williamson explained. Garguilo reached base on an error, a toss of 98-2 had a combined distance Fischer, Sophia Goldschmidt, Natalie The Blue Devils committed several Feeney lined an RBI double, of 216-4. Kaitlyn Johnson (2:22.5), Marcotullio and Helfand finished fifth errors, which begun in the first inning DiFrancesco slashed an RBI triple to Amanda Marcotullio (2:22.5), Ellie in the 4x200 at 1:50.79. Burtness, PLAYOFF CHAMPS…The St. Helen’s 5th grade boys CYO basketball team when the Cougars plated three runs on right and Folinusz cracked an RBI Callinan (2:29.8) and Emily McBain Lauren Schmeider, Allegra Larche and capped off a 12-0 regular season by winning the playoff championships last two hits. The errors made situations double to center. DiFrancesco singled (2:32.9) crossed second in the 4x800 month competing in the JV Blue Division of Union County. Pictured, left to right, Julia Levine finished sixth in the 4x800 are: front row; Jack Cushing, Dylan Alfano, Sebastian Ferrero, Matt Pindilli, difficult for starting pitcher Brett Ryan, and scored the final run after a throw- with a time of 9:50.64. Callinan and relay at 13:37.14. Caroline Greenspan, Aidan Lezynski, Jack Gambello and Patrick Johnston; second row, Coach Mike who was tagged for nine hits, while ing error in the seventh. Sophia DeVita took second in the high Eileen Cook, Rosa and Chermak fin- Lezynski, Ronnie Melao, Noah Levy, Sean O’Brien, Zach Doyle, Coach Brendan fanning five in his five innings on the “It was a good game. We all played jump with a height of 9-4. ished sixth in the 4x200 at 1:52.44. Maher and Aidan Maher. View Thousands of Homes and Open Houses Online

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Watercolor by Fran Franklin Roosevelt Receives National Westfield Art Association to Teaching Tolerance Award WESTFIELD - The Southern Pov- nity – cafeteria staff, aides, adminis- erty Law Center’s Teaching Toler- trators, teachers or students – in or- Host Artist Fran Franklin ance program has named Roosevelt ganizing the event; followed up with Intermediate School as a Model at least two additional Mix It Up- WESTFIELD – On Sunday, April and Design, Philadelphia, Penn. the School for its exemplary efforts to related programs or events on cam- 22, artist Fran Franklin will be dem- Fall/Spring of 2001-02 foster respect and understanding pus; publicized Mix It Up at Lunch onstrating her watercolor tech- Her professional experience in- among students, and throughout Day or celebrated inclusiveness with niques a the Westfield Art Associa- cludes being an exhibiting member campus, during the 2011-12 school posters, announcements and other tion meeting. The meeting will be of the Essex Watercolor Club. She year. media; and the event was seen by held from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Com- has worked and organized various Roosevelt is one of 77 schools from students and school officials as a munity Room at 425 East Broad public relations and fund raising across the country receiving the honor success. Street in Westfield. There will be events. Ms. Franklin was also the for encouraging “Mix It Up Day.” In announcing the distinction to refreshments. The meeting is open Exhibit Chair for M-SHAC. Her According to the Center, for more Roosevelt Guidance Counselor, to the public and is accessible by achievements in art include: Boston than a decade, “Mix It Up Day” has Christine Trottere, the Center’s Di- ramp for the disabled. Globe Gold Key Award; Juried shows provided students across the country rector of Teaching Tolerance, Ms. Franklin lives in Summit. She of Somerset Art Association/Bonita with an opportunity to move out of Maureen Costello, wrote, “Mix It has a variety of art experience and Springs Art Association in Florida; their comfort zones and connect with Up Model Schools have found inno- education including: Certificate in Garden State Watercolor Society someone new over lunch. vative ways to create a school envi- Interior Design, Union County Col- President Home Town TV-36 Board; OUTSTANDING…Westfield High School’s Youth and Government Club received As a Mix It Up Model School, ronment where respect and inclu- lege in August, 2009; Bachelor of Summit Council On the Arts Board; several awards including: Outstanding Delegation, Outstanding Lobbyist and Out- Roosevelt met five criteria: The siveness are core values.” She added, Arts in Fine Arts, minor in Art His- Boston Globe Gold Key Award; standing Statesperson at the annual conference held recently at the State House in school hosted a Mix it Up at Lunch “Thank you for all you do to make tory, Summa Cum Laude, at Kean Juried shows of Somerset Art Asso- Trenton, participated in by 450 students from more than 20 New Jersey high schools. Day in 2011; included different every student in your school feel University, Union, in January 2007; ciation/Bonita Springs Art Assoc, members of the school’s commu- valued and included.” Lorenzo de’ Medici School of Fine Fla. Arts; Semester Abroad through Kean For more information, contact University at Florence, Italy in the Brooke Gardiner by email at Christopher Academy Fall, 2004; Moore Collage of Art [email protected]. THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT, BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 1035 PARKWAY AVENUE, PO BOX 600 TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 5/3/12, downloaded, and publicly opened and read, from Bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:7-35.1 et seq.; in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, New Jersey 08625; for: Maintenance Roadway Repair Contract North, Sub-Region N-3, Contract No. N 306, Bergen and Union Counties; 100% State; DP No: 11419 Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, c. 127 N.J.A.C 17:27. The awarded bidder must provide a completed Contractor Certification and Disclosure of Political Contribution Form(s) according to both P.L 2205, C.51 and Executive Order No. 117 within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Executive Order No: 117 is effective on November 15, 2008. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue, Business Registration, as of the date of bids. The awarded bidder must provide proof of valid business registration within fourteen (14) days from the award date. Pursuant to the Serving children from 2 1/2 - First Grade “Public Works Contractor Registration Act”, N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.48 et seq. (P.L. 2003, c. 1/2 day, Part-Week and Full-Day Programs 91), all bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. The awarded bidder must provide proof Summer CBNQ
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Teacher Education Program of PWCR within fourteen (14) days from the award date. The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 A childhood of laughter HEADING TO SEMI-FINALS...The Fed Challenge Team of Westfield High U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the A lifetime of learning School has qualified for the semi-final round of the 2012 competitions. Represent- Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to ing the Fed Challenge Team in this year’s completion are, seated, front to back, submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. Kavita Mehta, Marc Mazzucco, Sam Cravo, and Brian Pollock, and standing, Plans, specifications, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Leo Tolias, with advisors Thomas Hornish and Sandy Ford. Over 50 schools from Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe the tri-state area are involved in the competition with 12 teams who have qualified follow the instructions on the website. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans for the semi-final round. The semi-final and final rounds will be held on Tuesday, and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site. All fees are directly April 24, at the New York Federal Reserve Bank. The Fed Challenge is an payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected Scotch Plains Campus Westfield Campus academic competition in which teams present an analysis of the current state of (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our Design Field Offices at the 1390 Terrill Road 510 Hillcrest Ave the economy backed by current economic data and a monetary policy recommen- following locations: dation. Federal Reserve Bank economists and officers judge the competitions. 200 Stierli Court One Executive Campus Rt 70 West Scotch Plains Westfield Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 908-322-4652 908-233-7447 973-601-6690 856-486-6623 PUBLIC NOTICE 3 T - 4/12/12, 4/19/12 and 4/26/12, The Leader Fee: $195.84 www.christopheracademy.com Probitas Verus Honos TOWN OF WESTFIELD PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS accompany the bid proposal. Additionally, ordinance as follows was passed and UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY a certified check, cashier’s check or bid PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE adopted by the Town Council of the Town bond issued by a responsible bank, trust of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS site does not comply with this requirement. lakes, wetlands, swamps, wooded areas, Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- company or insurance company, payable April 10, 2012. UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY In the event the Board determines that the and environmentally sensitive areas and ders to bid for the following: to the Township of Scotch Plains shall be Claire J. Gray BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT proposed business is not a permitted use significant natural terrain features on and submitted with each bid as a guaranty that Town Clerk 2012 ROADWORK and further determines that the business is within two-hundred (200) feet of the site. if a contract is awarded the Bidder shall PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Triangle ASSISTANCE PROGRAM not a motor vehicle service establishment, 24. Location of all individual existing GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1986 execute said Contract. The Bid Security Communications, LLC has applied to the then in that event, the applicant seeks a use trees noted for preservation within the area AN ORDINANCE TO Major bid items include: shall be in the amount of two thousand, five Board of Adjustment of the Township of variance under N.J.S.A. 40:55-70d(1) for a of development and thirty (30) feet beyond ESTABLISH A CAP BANK Bituminous Concrete Paving Machine hundred dollars ($2,500). Scotch Plains, New Jersey for permission use not permitted in the M-1 Zone. the limit of disturbance. Trees six (6) (This ordinance is a State-mandated with Operators – Per Hour (70 Hours) All bid Security, except the Bid Security to install equipment on police and other In addition, the applicant seeks a waiver inches in diameter and larger, as mea- component of the 2012 budget process Tandem Vibratory Roller with Operator of the three (3) apparent lowest respon- emergency service vehicles on property of site plan approval. In the event the site sured at three (3) feet above the existing pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45:14) – Per Hour (70 Hours) sible Bidders shall, if requested in writing, which is located at 2362 Waldheim Av- plan waiver is denied, the applicant seeks ground level, shall be located and identi- Tack Coat Spray Truck with Operator – be returned after ten (10) days from the enue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey and des- 1 T - 4/19/12, The Leader Fee: $14.49 submission waivers from the following site fied by species and diameter. All trees to Per Hour (52 Hours) opening of the bids (Sundays and holiday ignated as Lot 25, Block 6801 on the Town- plan checklist requirements: be removed shall be indicated. “Full Sized Drum” Profile Milling Ma- excepted) and the bids of such Bidders ship of Scotch Plains Tax Map, which pre- PUBLIC NOTICE Application procedures: 26. Lighting plan per ordinance. chine with Operators – Per Hour (48 Hours) shall be considered withdrawn. mises is located in the M-1 Industrial Zone. 8. Traffic Impact Statement 27. Stormwater management plan. Ex- TOWN OF WESTFIELD Superpave Hot Mix Asphalt Surface The Term of the contract shall be for a The applicant appeals pursuant to 9. Environmental Impact Statement isting system of drainage of subject site BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Course – Per Ton (6088 Tons) period through December 31, 2012. N.J.S.A. 40:55D-70a the determination of 10. Community Impact Study and any larger tract or basin of which it is Estimated quantities of major items in The Township reserves the right to reject Zoning Officer Robert LaCosta in his let- Notice is hereby given that Westfield Plans/Plats a part. Location, type, size of all existing parenthesis are for bidding purposes only. any or all bids, and to waive immaterial ters of February 23, 2012 and March 14, Board of Adjustment adopted Resolutions 7. Key Map catch basins, all utilities, above and below NOTE: The successful bidder must be informalities, or to accept any bid which, in 2012 that the proposed business is not a at their meeting on April 9, 2012 for the 8. Identification of property owners lo- ground. Drainage area map and drainage available 2 days per week for the duration the opinion of the Township of Scotch Plains, conforming use but a motor vehicle ser- following applications decided at a their cated within 200 feet. calculations, per ordinance. of the program until all streets are com- will be in the best interest of the Township vice establishment. In the event the Board meeting on March 12, 2012. 10. List of zone district bulk require- 28. Landscape plan, if deemed neces- pleted. The program is estimated to run all in accordance with the New Jersey Local finds the business to be a motor vehicle ments and boundaries as well as pro- sary by Township Engineer. This plan must Northwestern Mutual, 251 North Av- from July 1st to September 30th. Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et service establishment, which is a condi- posed bulk requirements for site. be prepared by Certified Landscape Archi- enue. Applicant sought permission to in- Bids will be accepted only by mail or in seq. In the event of an equal or tie bid, the tional use in the M-1 Zone, then in that 13. Complete building elevations and tect. stall a wall sign on the building contrary to person to the Office of the Township Clerk, Township shall award the bid to the Bidder event, the applicant seeks conditional use floor plans. 29. Location and limits of flood plain. Section 16.04H of the Land Use Ordi- Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 which, in the Township’s sole discretion, approval and a conditional use variance 14. Location, type and size of all exist- 30. Solid waste management plan in- nance to allow a wall sign +10 feet x 14.5 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey best serves the interest of the Township. pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40;55D-70d(3) from ing/proposed pathways, driveways, fences, cluding location, size, and details of gar- inches where a window sign with a maxi- 07076 (ATTN: Bozena Lacina, Township The Township also reserves the right to the conditional use requirements appli- retaining walls, outdoor storage areas and bage/recycling facilities. mum area of 4 square feet is allowed. Clerk) until 10:00 a.m. on May 3, 2012. reject any and all bids if sufficient funds are cable to a motor vehicle service establish- trash receptacle areas. All off-street park- 31. Location and extent of drainage and Application approved with conditions. The Township of Scotch Plains (hereinaf- not available and/or appropriated. The se- ment under Section 23-5.2e. of the Zoning ing and loading areas, dimensions, sched- conservation easements and stream en- ter “Township”) shall not be responsible for lected Bidder, will, within seven (7) days of Ordinance. James & Kate Hill, 248 Hazel Avenue. ules and associated parking and loading croachment lines. any bid which is lost in transit or delivered award of the bid, enter into an appropriate Section 23-5.2e.2(a) prohibits a motor Applicant sought approval to construct a calculations. All ingress and egress areas 32. Location and acreage of all land late by the Postal Service or other delivery contact with the Township. vehicle service establishment from being two story addition to the rear of the existing and dimensions. reserved for or dedicated to public use. service. At the above time, the bids will be All Bidders must comply with N.J.S.A. located within 1,000 feet of a public school. residence contrary to Section 12.04F1 of 15. Location of all existing/proposed 33. Location of wetlands, transition ar- publicly opened and read aloud. All bids 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27, relat- The site is within 1,000 feet of a public the Land Use Ordinance to allow a maxi- rights-of-way and easements on and within eas; a letter of interpretation from NJDEP. must be presented in sealed envelopes, ing to Equal Employment Opportunities. school. mum building coverage of 21.18% where two-hundred (200) feet of the tract. 34. Designation of historical site/struc- clearly marked “Bid for 2012 ROADWORK All Bidders must also comply with the Section 23-5.2e.2(b) prohibits a motor 20% is allowed. Application approved with 16. Sight triangles, text of deed restric- ture. ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, Township of Americans With Disability Act, where ap- vehicle service establishment from being conditions. tions, and other encumbrances. 35. Proposed development stages of or Scotch Plains, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch plicable. within 100 feet of the intersection of two 17. Proposed vehicular and pedestrian staging plans. New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, Plains, New Jersey 07076”. No bid will be All Bidders must be registered with the streets designated as arterial, primary or circulation patterns. In the event the site plan waiver is de- 200 Central Avenue. Applicant sought received after the time and date specified. New Jersey Department of Labor to en- secondary on the Township Master Plan. 18. Location, size, and width of all exist- nied, the applicant seeks to have the bal- approval to install, in addition to the three After receipt of bids, no bid may be gage in public work as defined in the The site is within 100 feet of the intersec- ing/proposed streets and sidewalks abut- ance of its application bifurcated, consid- permitted wall signs, six interior signs within withdrawn within sixty (60) days after the requirements listed under N.J.S.A. 34:11- tion of Waldheim Avenue and Kate Street, ting premises and property. ered, and approved. The applicant seeks 12 feet of six exterior facing windows con- date of the bid opening except if provided 56.51 through 56.55, as well as N.J.A.C. a paper street. 19. Road and paving cross sections and all other waivers, exceptions and variances trary to Section 16.04E of the Land Use for herein. The bid of any Bidder who 12:62-1.1. Each bid must be accompanied Section 23-5.2e.3(a) requires the main profiles, and traffic sight distances. Cross- which the Board of Adjustment deems Ordinance. The application amended to consents to an extension may be held for by a State of New Jersey Business regis- structure to have front and side yard set- sections to show: Existing grade, pro- necessary. allow 4 interior signs was approved with consideration for a longer period of time as tration certificate for the contractor and backs of 25 feet. The existing structure is posed grade, top soil depth, side slopes, The application will be considered by the conditions. may be agreed upon between Bidder and any subcontractor. Any bid submitted with- 8.47 feet from the road right-of-way, and earth berm, cut, fill, striping, top soiling Board of Adjustment on May 3, 2012 at the Township. out the aforesaid business registration has a side yard of about 5.77 feet. Debra & Gil Engelke, 751 Prospect quantities, drainage facilities, depth of base 7:30 PM at the Municipal Building, First All bids must be on the bid forms pro- certificate(s) shall be rejected according to Section 23-5.2e.3(b) limits lot coverage Street. Applicant sought approval to con- and pavement and guardrail. Floor, Council Chambers, 430 Park Av- vided by the Township of Scotch Plains in law. to 20%. The existing lot coverage is about struct a second floor addition contrary to 20. Existing/proposed topographical fea- enue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, at which the Bid Package. Specifications and bid Where applicable, prevailing wage rate 32.7%. Section 11.08E6 of the Land Use Ordi- tures of site, contours at 1 – foot intervals, time you my be heard. proposal forms may be obtained at the shall be paid to all workers on the job as per Section 23-5.2e5(a) requires 2 square nance to allow a +7.11 feet side yard on and within fifty (50) feet of property. The The application and accompanying docu- Office of the Township Engineer, 430 Park N.J.A.C. 34:11-56, 25 et seq. feet of parking facilities for 1 square foot of setback where 10 feet is required. Applica- elevation datum is NAVD 1988. ments and plan are available for inspec- Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF floor area. The building contains approxi- tion approved with conditions. tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 21. Steep slopes by the following cat- tion in the office of the Board of Adjust- SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF mately 3,792 square feet which would re- Plans and application are on file in the Monday through Friday, beginning April egories: 15 – 19.9%; 20-24.9% and 25% ment, Second Floor, Municipal Building, UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. quire 7,584 square feet of parking area, or office of the Town Engineer, 959 North 24, 2012, and purchased for a $25.00 non- and above. 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Robert LaCosta space for approximately 38 parking stalls. Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and refundable fee. 22. Spot and finished elevations at all Jersey during regular business hours. Acting Municipal Manager The site lacks 38 parking spaces. may be seen Monday through Friday from Bid proposals and all required docu- property corners, corners of all structures Daniel S. Bernstein, Esq. Bozena Lacina Section 23-5.2e.5(b) requires a buffer 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ments must be completed and submitted or dwellings, existing/proposed first floor Attorney for Co-Acting Municipal Manager area between the site and adjacent resi- Kathleen Nemeth by the date as set forth above. All docu- elevation. Triangle Communication, LLC Township Clerk dential properties or residential zones. The Secretary, Board of Adjustment ments in the enclosed Bid Package must 23. Location of all water courses, ponds, 1 T - 4/19/12, The Times Fee: $153.51 1 T - 4/19/12, The Times Fee: $107.61 1 T - 4/19/12, The Leader Fee: $41.82 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, April 19, 2012 Page 21 Education Foundation Of Garwood Announces Dinner GARWOOD — The Education During his tenure, he served as Foundation of Garwood (EFG), a vice-president of the board and on non-profit volunteer organization that several committees. In his time on seeks to partner with the schools and the board, the regional district ex- the community in the pursuit of edu- panded from one building to four. He cational excellence, has set Thurs- spent his career as an educator, first day, April 26, as its next fund-raising as a teacher, eventually becoming event. principal of Kumpf Middle School in The annual Appreciation Dinner, Clark, from where he eventually re- which will be held at the Westwood tired. SUMMER WORKSHOPS…Serious art students in grades seven to nine will in Garwood, recognizes the accom- Angelo Alimonte was employed at have an opportunity to enroll in several exceptional art classes this year in the new plishments of the “Garwood Educa- Arthur L. Johnson Regional High Fine Arts Program at the 2012 New Jersey Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) tor of the Year,” as well as the School where he served as a custo- Summer Workshop. Visit the website at www.NJWASummerWorkshop.com “Garwood People Making a Differ- dian and bus driver. Mr. Alimonte to view, download or print the 2012 NJWA Summer Workshop brochure. ence” award. The “Making a Differ- also served an unexpired term as a ™ ence” award is given annually to councilman. He has volunteered in WRITERLY LIFE…Students at Westfield’s McKinley Elementary School re- POPCORN honor a person or persons from many capacities for the Garwood cently took to the stage in the Kapers musical production of Diary of a McKinley Garwood who has represented the Little League, including field main- Kid, a story that follows a year in the life of McKinley students through the ‘American Reunion’ borough in a positive way. tenance. He has been an active, long- children’s writer’s notebooks, reflecting this year’s school theme of “Live A The EFG will honor the recipient time member of the Lions Club. Writerly Life.” Pictured here, third grade girls perform the musical number “It’s No Pie for this Movie a Sunshine Day.” Pictured, from left right, are: Danielle Ardente, Alexa Tsarsi, of the Garwood Educator of the Year, Mr. Conlin and Mr. Alimonte are McKenzie Waddell, Emma Ciullo, Katherine Wistner, Keri Jean and Lily 1 and ½ popcorns Heather Linken. Mrs. Linken teaches frequent and vocal members at many McGuire. The show was written, directed and choreographed by McKinley kindergarten in Lincoln School. She community meetings where they con- parents Jackie Weiner and Jenny Tananbaum. One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent is a former graduate of the Garwood tinue their civic duty. By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER his first curse word and must repeat it Public Schools. During her tenure EFG will use the proceeds from the Film Critic ad nauseam. with the Garwood schools, she also Appreciation Dinner to fund grant Don’t Dress for Dinner Offers “American Reunion,” another paltry The opening scene, apparently just taught first grade and basic skills. programs benefiting Garwood’s pub- attempt to cash in on the raunch/nostal- nine jading years after “American Wed- Additionally, she has coached the lic schools and provide Garwood stu- gia quotient set in motion by Jim ding” (2003), depicts Jim and Michele girls’ softball team, directed the eighth dents scholarships awards. A Case of Mistaken Identity Levenstein (Jason Biggs) and pals in (Alyson Hannigan) as old marrieds grade play and hosts the Annual PTA Tickets for the evening, which in- WESTFIELD — Westfield Com- friend, Robert finds himself the tar- “American Pie” (1999), is a typical before their time. Now with toddler in Variety Show. cludes a buffet dinner, beer, wine and munity Players continues its 2011- get of both amorous attention and example of the one hit wonder that tow, the attraction that comprised their This year’s “People Making a Dif- music are available for $45 per per- 2012 season with the Marc wrathful vengeance, while Bernard spawns a successful franchise despite compatibility has morphed into an ference Award” will be given to John son, and are available for purchase Camoletti comedy Don’t Dress for tries desperately to salvage a scrap itself. It is solely for diehards and others awkward discordance, exampled in a Conlin and Angelo Alimonte, both from the EFG Trustees or by calling Dinner. The show opens Saturday, of illicit bliss from the wreckage of who just can’t seem to get enough slapstick series of sex-related embar- are lifelong devoted residents of (908) 789-0331 ext. 1450. You may May 5, and runs weekends through a weekend. grade B soft smut. rassments. Garwood. also send contributions or direct in- Saturday, May 19. The theater is The show is directed by Linda Save for a few funny scenes wherein Oh, but they love each other, we are Mr. Conlin served on the Union quiries to the EFG, c/o Lincoln located at 1000 North Avenue West, Correll, of Winfield Park, produced veteran Eugene Levy does his shtick as assured. Otherwise this couldn’t be an County Regional School Board for School, 400 Second Avenue Westfield. Tickets are $20 and can by Sally Brown, of Westfield and Jim’s innocently candid dad, the only ultimately happy, vindicating traipse 35 years until 1987. Garwood, N.J. 07027. be reserved by calling the 24-hour stage managed by Lynn Lampariello thing to recommend this mishmash of through post-marital fantasy and flirta- tape (908) 232-1221. of Springfield. The cast features retreaded dirty jokes is the possibility tion. Going down the line, each of that Don’t Dress for Dinner is a fre- A.J. Liana, of Bayonne, Laura that it may jog some of your own fond old gang ‘o’ mine in town for the re- netic case of mistaken identity with Casey of Atlantic Highlands, Tim recollections. Drifting off to Memory union regales us with his or her specific more twists than a corkscrew. When McGovern of Cranford, Christine Lane as a form of self-preservation disgruntlement, inevitably connected Jacqueline decides to visit her Laydon of Bloomfield, Erica Flory assures you a far better entertainment. to some sexual and/or romantic woe. mother for a few days, her husband, of Jersey City and Brian Remo of Whether due to apathy or fear that Oz, played by Chris Klein, a sports- Bernard, sees an opportunity for a South Plainfield. any cerebral upgrade might upset the caster who has recently won consider- cozy weekend with his new mis- Continuing the opening night tra- bottom line, it’s still too bad directors able notoriety for his near victory on a tress. His bachelor pal, Robert, calls dition, audience members are in- Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg dance show, has misgivings about the to announce his return from Hong vited to a reception with the cast didn’t take the opportunity to say some- trophy bimbo who features herself his Kong, so Bernard invites him along and crew immediately following the thing perceptive about high school re- steady squeeze. When the girlfriend/ as his alibi, also hiring a Cordon final curtain. unions. If folks are going to imbibe it future doc that got away, portrayed by Blue level cook to cater a delicious Funding is made possible by the anyway, here’s a chance to slip in a Mena Suvari, shows up with her cardi- dinner. New Jersey State Council on the beneficial component...like adding io- ologist boyfriend, the old flame is When Jacqueline realizes Robert Arts, Department of State, a partner dine to salt. fanned. is coming for a visit, everything agency of the National Endowment I, for one, am all in favor of throwing In a taboo variation on that theme, changes, and the high speed farce of the Arts, through a grant admin- oneself, every decade or so, on the Thomas Ian Nicholas is Kevin, who, begins! One impossible situation istered by the Union County Office sacrificial pyre that is the high school for some reason or another, needs a leads to another as the hapless of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. reunion. It’s wonderfully cathartic, reencountering with a past heartthrob oddly dizzying and strangely demo- to find out whether or not he loves his cratic to see that the nerd who made a wife. We can only hope such equivoca- Popular Scotch Plains-Fanwood High fortune for his cure of Dr. San tion, a recurring theme in the film, is Fernando’s Rare Dancing Disease still just the result of a lazy writer and not an SPECIAL VISIT…Westfield resident Pete Birle recently visited Tamaques School Teacher Publishes Memoir envies the former jock, even if he’s now accurate reflection of our current crop School to talk to his son’s class, as well as the rest of the third grade, about writing, SCOTCH PLAINS — Drawing on bald and out of work. of humans. revising and becoming a published author. Mr. Birle has written several books his experiences from over 50 years of But what I really like best about the Veering somewhat from this syn- for kids, most with a sports theme. Mr. Birle is pictured here with teacher Kristin teaching, including nearly 40 years ceremonial masochism, aside from the drome, but not, heaven forbid, com- Hannon and her third-grade class. at Scotch Plains Fanwood High just OK prime rib, is the absurd percep- pletely void of a sexual angle, Finch’s School, history teacher Joel Glazer tion of you that some out-of-sight, out- (Eddie Kaye Thomas) story has more recently published a memoir about of-mind souls decide to share. Like, “I to do with success and status. Arriving Diet And Cookbook Offers his adventures in front of the class- was always amazed that you had a tuna on a motorcycle a la a new millennium room. fish sandwich for lunch every day.” version of James Dean, we have no The book, “It happened in my class- First of all, I didn’t. Secondly, that’s reason to doubt his tales of worldly One-Stop Weight Drop room,” highlights Mr. Glazer’s use of how you’ve defined me all these years? adventure and spiritual WESTFIELD — New Jersey dieti- friendly cooking style,” says Deana candor and creativity to address race, However, I digress, which is my enlightenment…or do we? tian Susan Greeley, MS, RD, com- Gunn. “From our first conversation cultural values, and other compli- modus operandi when the film in ques- On it goes, one trite vignette after the bines a new cookbook with her diet with Susan, we knew we had the cated issues of our era, as well as the tion deserves just so many paragraphs. next, purporting to wax significant about that says you can and should have right match.” A year later, Ms. roles of parents, principals, and un- So back to it, “American Reunion” reunion dynamics, yet barely able to your carbs and eat them too. Ms. Greeley’’s diet and recipes are out in planned moments in the educational touches on the usual stuff of reunions put across its little naughty joke. A few Greeley aims to get rid of implausible print. experience. as it specifically relates to the clichéd moments capitalize on your own nos- diets and the myths that prevent long- Susan Greeley is a registered di- “It happened in my classroom,” angst, fears and seemingly dashed talgia. But like that classmate you oblit- term weight loss and help consumers etitian of 17 years who has a nutri- received a glowing review in the dreams of Jim and Co., none of whom erated from your memory, and then on help trim waistlines for life. tion consulting practice in Union County edition of the New has made an attempt to outgrow his reconvening quickly remember why, Ms. Greeley is proud to announce Mountainside. She is on a mission to Jersey Jewish News, which stated sexual adolescence. “American Reunion” is an affair to the launch of her first book, “Lighten improve Americans’ diets and help that Mr. Glazer’s classes “are the “It happened in my classroom” In fact, they celebrate it. But while forget. Up!,” as the latest book in the popular individuals achieve optimal health kind that students describe as life- such is often a key component in so- … Cooking with Trader Joe’s Cookbook through good nutrition and lifestyle. changing” and “he is remembered in the search box on the front of the called raunchy comedies, in the better “American Reunion,” rated R, is a series. The recipes are focused on As the mother of four young boys, for being engaging even as he taught website. ones, like “The Hangover” (2009), a Universal Pictures release directed by using fresh, healthy, convenient in- Greeley understands the demands the tough stuff.” Former students are welcome to transcendent, self-parody mixes with Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg gredients found at Trader Joe’s to cre- of a busy lifestyle, yet she recog- To purchase a copy of the book, “It contact Mr. Glazer by visiting the some witty truths to legitimize it. and stars Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan ate delicious meals that help trim the nizes the need to maintain a consis- happened in my classroom,” go to page “Students of Joel Glazer – past Whereas “American Reunion” is more and Chris Klein. Running time: 113 waistline without feeling deprived. tent, nutritious diet. Having lived in www.lulu.com and type “Joel Glazer” and present” on Facebook. like the 7-year-old who has just learned minutes Recipes are easy to follow, do not both Europe and South America, require a lot of time or prep – thanks to she draws on a variety of cultures to NJWA Rockin’ Jazz Ensemble Trader Joe’s – and are perfect for busy provide exciting, new combinations NJIO to Present a Free families and individuals. of foods and flavors. Greeley takes a To Perform at the Crossroads Additional features of Greeley’s simple, fun and light-hearted ap- cookbook include: A “2-Week Chal- proach to cooking, food and life. GARWOOD — The New Jersey The ensemble received many ac- Concert ‘Longing for Home’ lenge” to jump-start weight loss; The Greeley is a member of the Acad- Worshop for the Arts (NJWA) colades for its performance at NEW PROVIDENCE — The New various New Jersey communities, the 5 Daily Diet Rules; A emy of Nutrition and Di- Rockin’ Jazz Ensemble will per- Festifall and will play again for Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra NJIO has successfully bridged the guide to good carbs that etetics (formerly Ameri- form live at the Crossroads, 78 Spring Fling on Sunday, May 6, in (NJIO) will present a free concert generations through music. Members will curb cravings and can Dietetic Associa- North Avenue, Garwood, on Satur- downtown Westfield. They can be entitled “Longing for Home” on Sat- have ranged in age from six to 93 reduce belly fat; Easy tion), the Dietitians in day, April 28, from 4:45 to 6:45 pm. seen at local street fairs, and are urday, April 28, at 7:30 p.m. at New years old. ways to boost metabo- Integrative and Func- The ensemble will be directed by available to play at community Providence High School, 35 Pioneer NJIO promotes the idea that music lism; Strategies for cook- tional Medicine (DIFM) drummer Caryn Feder, who has events, private parties, and special Drive, New Providence. performance is beneficial to everyone ing and eating healthier and Food and Culinary been a member of the group for 13 occasions. NJIO Music Director and Conduc- by providing three full orchestral con- despite a hectic lifestyle; Professionals (FCP) di- years. The jazz group, composed of Admission for the Crossroads per- tor, Farkhad Khudyev, has pro- certs each season, as well as outreach Photos and nutritional in- etetic practice groups of players of all ages, is noted for formance is $10 per person. grammed a concert with the theme of performances and special events in formation for every the Academy, and she playing jazz, rock, blues, pop, The Rockin’ Jazz Ensemble is “Longing for Home”, featuring the the central New Jersey community. recipe. All ingredients holds a Master of Sci- Broadway, Latin and Dixieland one of the performing ensembles of Mozart Clarinet Concerto in A Major Currently, NJIO is accepting applica- can be found at Trader ence Degree in Nutri- music. Among the many selections the New Jersey Workshop for the with special guest soloist William tions for its annual concerto competi- Joe’s. tion Communication for the evening are “Proud Mary,” Arts, 150-152 East Broad Street, Shadel. The symphony will also per- tion, the spring cello workshop and Whether you choose from Tufts University in “Joy to the World,” “Sentimental Westfield. Phone (908) 789-9696 form “Kadra’s Dance” by Sibelius, the summer introduction to chamber to do the “2-Week Challenge” or not, Boston and a Bachelor of Science Journey,” “Sweet Caroline,” and for additional information or log on “Sabre Dance” by Khachaturian and music program. Information about this book offers great recipes and pho- degree in Dietetics from Miami Uni- “The Twist.” to www.njworkshopforthearts.com. the Dvorak Symphony No. 8 in G these and other programs is available tos to please even finicky eaters. The versity in Oxford, Ohio. Major. on the NJIO website at www.njio.org. book also offers many gluten free and Greeley partnered with a friend The Intermezzo String Orchestra This concert is free and open to the vegetarian recipes as well. and fellow New Jersey resident Dan under the baton of Gavin Davies will public. Donations will be gratefully The Trader Joe’s cookbook series is Komoda to photograph all of the perform works by Handel, accepted. New Providence High published by Brown Bag Publishers, recipes for the book. Mr. Komoda Mussorgsky, Franck and Peter War- School is handicap accessible. LLC. Deana Gunn and Wona Miniati has been working professionally in lock. For more information visit their started the company five years ago in the field of video and digital media The Prelude String Ensemble under website at www.njio.org, email California when they began writing production as a producer, editor and the direction of Margaret Zufall Rob- [email protected] or call (908) 603-7691. cookbooks with gourmet shortcuts us- motion graphics artist since 1993 erts will perform prior to the concert. This program is made possible in ing Trader Joe’s. As the popularity of and more recently has started his Highly regarded up-and-coming part by funds from the New Jersey their cookbooks soared, Gunn and own photography business. “Lighten Conductor Farkhad Khudyev is con- State Council on the Arts/Department Miniati quickly expanded their cook- Up!” is Dan’s first cookbook. He cluding his first season as Music Di- of State, a Partner Agency of the Na- book series by enlisting other authors shares his love of food with his wife rector and Conductor at the New Jer- tional Endowment for the Arts and by with expertise in specific topics. and two kids, and it is not unusual to sey Intergenerational Orchestra. In a funds from the National Endowment Their search for a dietitian who find him snapping shots of Sunday recent interview, Mr. Khudyev was for the Arts. Additional funding for could combine a diet program with dinner or of ingredients from the quoted as saying, “Conducting has this concert was provided by a Union Trader Joe’s led to their discovery of local farmers market. His work can always been something incredibly County Board of Freeholders: Ms. Greeley and her good carb diet. be seen at special to me…Through this mystical H.E.A.R.T. (History, Education, and Ms. Gunn contacted Ms. Greeley www.dankomodaphotography.com. and beautiful art I felt I could commu- Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant and about the idea of writing a cookbook “Lighten Up!,” Ms. Greeley’s first nicate the best that great artists have The Summit Area Foundation. The featuring a lifestyle-friendly (i.e., cookbook, is part of the popular given us, while simultaneously bring- concert series was made possible doable) diet using Trader Joe’s foods Cooking With Trader Joe’s Cook- ing my own inner world into the mu- through the generous support of The – something that was right up the book series, which can be found on sic.” Frank and Lydia Bergen Foundation, food expert’s alley. Facebook and at www.cooktj.com. The New Jersey Intergenerational Henkel of America, Inc., The Provi- “We were looking not only for You can follow Greeley on Facebook Orchestra was founded in 1994, and dent Bank Foundation, The Standish someone with the right credentials (Susan Greeley’s Nutrition Network) has grown into one of New Jersey’s Foundation, The Lillian P. Schenck to write a cookbook based on an and Twitter @SusanCGreeley, or on shining stars. With three orchestras Trust Fund and Tokio Marine Man- effective diet program, but also her homepage at ROCK ON…The New Jersey Workshop for the Arts Rockin’ Jazz Ensemble will and over 100 volunteer musicians from agement. someone with a sense of humor and www.susangreeley.com. appear live at the Crossroads in Garwood on Saturday, April 28. Page 22 Thursday, April 19, 2012 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION At 62, Bruce Springsteen Still Shows That He’s The One By FRED T. ROSSI phonist, close Springsteen pal and from 1973’s “The Wild, The Inno- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times audience favorite Clarence cent and the E Street Shuffle.” It was my thirty-second time see- Clemons. The answer: Perfectly. Bruce and the band played a night Joy Fickett And Shuang Guo Wroe ing Bruce Springsteen and The E Jake Clemons, Clarence’s nephew, last month at New York’s Apollo Street Band but with a 25-song was brought in to play the sax, tak- Theater, and last week, they paid setlist dominated by tunes from the ing his place on stage alongside homage to their soul influences with To Chair Tour of Notable Homes 1970s and early 1980s, it was as if several other horn players. And Jake a wonderful two-song medley: “The I had been transported back three proved a worthy successor to his Way You Do The Things You Do” WESTFIELD – The Friends of conferencing facility. She is also a Chinese choruses. “With two young decades to some of my very first beloved uncle and quickly endeared by Smokey Robinson followed by Westfield Symphony Orchestra licensed realtor with Keller Will- children at Franklin School Elemen- Bruce shows. And that was just fine himself to an adoring crowd last Wilson Pickett’s “634-5789,” dur- (WSO), the auxiliary and fund rais- iams in Westfield. A graduate of tary school and the on-going reno- with me and, it seemed, most of the week with well-done solos on “Bad- ing which Springsteen ventured ing arm of the orchestra, has an- California State University, Mrs. vation of our 1882 Westfield home, 20,000 or so others who packed lands,” which opened the show at deep into the floor audience and nounced the selection of Joy Fickett Fickett is also an active artist work- my husband and I are deeply com- Madison Square Garden on April 9 8:30 p.m., and “Promised Land,” then crowd-surfed his way back to of Mountainside and Shuang Guo ing varying mediums including pas- mitted to the Westfield community. for the final show, for now, of a from Springsteen’s career-best the stage. Wroe of Westfield as co-chairs of tel, oil and acrylic. Ten percent of I am therefore honored to co-chair four-night stand in the New York- record, 1978’s “Darkness on the Springsteen’s legendary bound- the 29th Annual Tour of Notable the proceeds from her sales are do- this year’s Tour of Notable Homes,” New Jersey area in support of Edge of Town,” and “She’s The less energy seems to have strength- Homes to be held Saturday, June 2. nated to children’s charities. A commented Mrs. Guo Wroe. Springsteen’s new “Wrecking Ball” One” and “Born to Run,” from his ened, not waned, with age. The “The tour is a much-anticipated mother of two loving children and a “We are thrilled that Mrs. Fickett record, which he earlier self-depre- career-making 1975 “Born to Run” three-hour show was just that: three local tradition when owners of some lucky grandmother to five wonder- and Mrs. Guo Wroe have agreed to catingly joked had been “the num- record. nonstop hours—not even a short of the area’s finest homes gener- ful grandchildren, a Rotarian and chair this important event,” re- ber-one record in America for one Springsteen saved the emotional break between the 140-minute set ously throw open their doors to the active community advocate, Mrs. marked Friends’ Co-President Lee consecutive week!” peak of the show for the very end, and the 40 minutes of encores. He public,” stated Mrs. Fickett. “There Fickett is an avid supporter of the Corcoran. Their outstanding vision But that one week at the top gave near 11:30 p.m., during a raucous pulled a few audience members up is a wide diversity of outstanding Westfield Symphony Orchestra. and organizational skills will en- Springsteen his tenth number one “10th Avenue Freeze-Out,” the rol- on stage to sing and dance with architecture and stylish décor in Equally excited to be leading this sure the success of this year’s excit- record in the U.S., tying him with licking 1975 sing-a-long that tells him, executed one of his across- our community which must be seen year’s event is Shuang Guo Wroe, ing tour.” Elvis for the third most number one some of the story of the partnering the-stage slides on his knees, to be fully appreciated.” wife of WSO’s Maestro David Mrs. Fickett and Mrs. Guo Wroe records of all time, behind only The of Bruce and “Big Man” Clemons. climbed up to sing on Roy Bittan’s Mrs. Fickett has lived in New Wroe. Mrs. Guo Wroe hails from enthusiastically promise that the Beatles with 19 and, inexplicably In the middle of the song last week, piano and looked as if he could Jersey for over 34 years. She is a Bejiing, China and lived In Ger- tour will hold “something for ev- and shamefully, Jay-Z with 12. Springsteen wandered into the have gone another hour as he exited successful entrepreneur, business many for 10 years before moving to eryone.” The residences will fea- The seemingly ageless 62-year- middle of the audience on the floor, at 11:30. owner and commercial real estate the United States in 1998. A profes- ture musical interludes, the always- old from Freehold, Asbury Park, sang the line, “When the change A few words about the legendary developer. She built, and currently sional musician and concert pia- popular basket raffle and door prize, Rumson, Colts Neck and various was made uptown, and the Big Man E Street Band, lacking Clemons and owns, a commercial office building nist, Mrs. Guo Wroe has a piano and refreshments will be served in points in between showed, yet again, joined the band,” and then stopped, organist Danny Federici who died where she runs a successful Execu- studio in Westfield and is also the the garden of one of the homes. how rock and roll is supposed to be giving the crowd a good, long two in 2008, but sounding like a fairly tive Suite business and video music director of two New Jersey Four of the magnificent resi- done—with intensity, joy, bound- minutes to cheer loudly and, per- well-oiled machine: Guitarist dences are located in Westfield and less energy, an appreciation for his haps, shed a tear as a video mon- Steven Van Zandt, who has been one gracious home is in Summit. fans and, with a little help from his tage of Clemons flashed on the big around since the very beginning, This year tourists will also have an friends, namely an expanded E screens above the stage. was his usual “Miami Steve” self, exclusive opportunity to take lun- Street Band that, as it begins its The new “Wrecking Ball” record sharing the mic at times, grinning, cheon at the historic Beacon Hill fifth decade, continues to be the is Springsteen’s most well-received mugging and backing his lifelong Club, conveniently located a stone’s gold standard. since 2002’s “The Rising,” and the friend. Nils Lofgren stood out on throw from the Summit tour resi- Last week’s three-hour show was Madison Square Garden show was guitar, especially his blistering solo dence. a night to remember fallen idols, the most fun Bruce concert I have on “Because the Night.” And Max “The Home Tour is a key element vent a little anger at the country’s been to since that tour. Last week Weinberg’s drums sounded like of the funding mix that’s necessary economic misfortunes, go back in featured eight songs from the new booming cannon fire. to operate the orchestra,” said David time to when Springsteen was more record, half the “Born to Run” Afterwards, outside the Garden Wroe, Music Director of the WSO. a cult music figure than a rock icon record including another show high- on a balmy evening, many were “The ‘Friends’ have been true to and, most of all, to experience the light, “Backstreets,” and seven other talking excitedly about the show. their name in this respect since the unique sense of community and tunes released or written (and Patti Cuozzo, who grew up in the group’s very inception. Supplemen- shared joie de musique that only a unreleased) in the 1970s, including 1970s in Ocean Township, next door tal fund raising is critical because Bruce Springsteen concert provides. “Thundercrack,” a rarely-played to Asbury Park, told The Westfield only about a third of our revenue The tour got underway on March gem from the early ‘70s, “Spirit in Leader and The Scotch Plains- comes from the sale of tickets.” 18, with fans questioning how Bruce the Night” from his debut “Greet- Fanwood Times she and her 14- Mrs. Fickett points out that the and the band would deal with the ings from Asbury Park” record and year-old son Sam drove to the show Westfield area is one of only a few death last June of long-time saxo- long-time fan favorite “Rosalita” from their home in South Carolina. smaller communities nationwide “Bruce never disappoints me and that has a professional symphony his music has helped me through a orchestra. She observes, “It’s truly NJWA Summer Workshop lot of good and bad times.” She said a community treasure adding to the she has seen more than 50 Bruce quality of life here.” concerts, but last week’s was her Tickets for the 2012 Tour of No- Offers Fine Arts Program first at Madison Square Garden. Ms. table Homes are $30 in advance Cuozzo said she and her son “both ($35 on June 2) and will be avail- WESTFIELD — The New Jersey Roosevelt Intermediate School in Workshop for the Arts (NJWA) Westfield, beginning June 27, of- had a wish to hear ‘Backstreets’ to- able on line and at ticket outlets on gether and Bruce made that wish Tuesday, May 1. Summer Workshop is pleased to fers classes for students from pre- TOUR OF NOTABLE HOMES CO-CHAIRS...Shuang Guo Wroe of Westfield, announce the creation of a new Fine kindergarten to grade nine, includ- come true.” Sam Cuozzo said the left, and Joy Fickett of Mountainside will be co-chairs of the 29th Westfield For more information visit show, his second Bruce concert, was www.westfieldsymphony.org. Arts Program specifically designed ing a theater workshop for actors in Symphony Orchestra’s Annual Tour of Notable Homes to be held Saturday, June 2. for serious art students in grades grades six to nine. “the best show I’ve ever seen” be- seven to nine. Visit the website at cause he got to hear “Backstreets” Separate courses in Oil Painting, www.NJWASummerWorkshop.com with his mother. Portraits and the Human Figure in to view, download or print the 2012 João Simões from Hillside was at- Three-Dimensional Media, Stone NJWA Summer Workshop brochure tending his first Springsteen concert. Carving, Textile Design and Stained and application. Completed appli- “I’ve always heard about the energy Glass will be offered by noted artist cations should be mailed or deliv- of his shows, and now I understand educators who bring a wealth of ered to New Jersey Workshop for why that is the first thing people talent and experience to the pro- the Arts at the address indicated on mention,” he told The Leader and gram. In these intensive workshops, the form. The Times. “It has to be experienced Superior students will use professional-grade For additional information, call to really get it.” He said the show materials and equipment as they (908) 518-1551, e-mail “exceeded my expectations and the receive guidance from instructors [email protected] music was seamless,” adding that knowledgeable in each specific or visit the New Jersey Workshop Springsteen “brought a warmth and a field. for the Arts studios at 150-152 East sense of intimacy to the show that I Emergency Care In Oil Painting, the artists will Broad Street, Westfield. haven’t felt at an arena before.” learn essential methods of on-can- The tour will return to the area on vas blending, illusional versus ac- May 2 for a one-night stand at EXPERT. EFFICIENT. EQUIPPED. tual texture, brush–stroke charac- See it on the web! Newark’s Prudential Center, and it teristics and alternate techniques is a good bet he will be back later in for applying paint to a surface. They www.goleader.com the summer after a tour of Europe. will then apply this to a concept of When the unexpected happens, people know to turn to their own choosing. Portraits and the Human Figure the Emergency Department at RWJ Rahway. Join this in Three-Dimensional Media will give students the opportunity to dedicated team of Emergency Care experts at RWJ Rahway, delve into a creative process that takes non-traditional materials to an acute-care community hospital committed to helping create personal sculptural expres- sions that are meaningful to the patients get better … and stay better. artist. The Stone Carving class will take students through a process of using chisels, rasps and other stone carv- POSITIONS AVAILABLE: ing tools to meticulously craft a • RN with 2-3 years experience sculpture from hard stone, experi- encing the complete process from (FT, PT and Per Diem) concept to masterwork. The curriculum also contains a • RN Flow Coordinator (FT) course in Textile Design, which al- lows students to work from design conception to finished product as Part-Time Hours Equal they explore and integrate tradi- tional techniques such as dyeing, printing, painting, stenciling as well Full-Time Benefits!* SINGING ABROAD…Members of the Westfield High School Concert Choir and as three-dimensional techniques. Bella Cora, with teachers John Brzozowski and Sharon Reynolds, are pictured after The final class in the Fine Arts touring and performing in Melk Abbey in Austria. Some of their European perfor- Program is Stained Glass. Here stu- mances can be viewed on the Westfield Public School District’s video page at Our employees provide the superior care that makes dents will learn about materials and www.westfieldnjk12.org. Choose video from the sidebar and then Chorus Europe methods that artists use to create Trip 2012. us great, so we take care of our employees. We’re stained glass artwork. They will use professional-grade tools to create committed to offering extremely competitive salaries the design, cut the glass and solder it into a complete project. and benefits, and flexible hours. In addition to the Fine Arts Pro- gram, the 2012 NJWA Summer Workshop, which will be held at Interested candidates, please apply online: Meet Author of ‘Lighten rwjuhr.com or fax to 732.815.7610 Up!’ at Town Book Store WESTFIELD — The Town Book *See HR representative for details. Store will host Westfield resident Susan Greeley, author of “Cooking with Trader Joe’s: Lighten Up!,” the latest in the Cooking with Trader Joe’s cookbook series on Saturday, April 21, from 2 - 4 p.m. Meet Susan Greeley at The Town Book Store located at 270 East Broad Street in Westfield (corner of East Broad and Elmer Streets). If you are unable to attend this event, feel free to call The Town Book SPRING BREAK…Members of the Westfield High School Concert Choir and Store at (908) 233-3535 to reserve Bella Cora are pictured after a performance in Chiesa Santa Maria Dei Ricci in an autographed copy of her cook- Florence, Italy. The group traveled to Europe during spring break and per- book. formed numerous concerts while enjoying the sights of Austria and Italy. Page S-1 Thursday, April 19, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary COUGAR GARGUILO RAPS 3 HITS, SCORES 3 RUNS; FEENEY WHACKS 3 HITS, SCORES 1 RUN Highlanders Plate 1 in Ninth, Sting Baseball Cougars, 7-6

By DAVID B. CORBIN landers answered with two runs into a triple and was thrown out the shortstop played a great team two runs that one inning. I Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times on Jenning’s RBI triple down the at third. After a brilliant fielding game,” Cougar Head Coach Den- made an error on a double play, Missed opportunities and a few right field line and Smith’s play by Highlander shortstop nis McCaffrey said. and I take responsibility for that,” untimely errors early on put the squibbling infield RBI single. Tyler Martis for the second out, The Highlanders capitalized on Garguilo said. No. 15 Cranford High School In the third, Feeney hammered Folinusz bounced a ground-rule an error at second, a wild pitch “We didn’t execute in situational baseball team in a hole that it did a shot to the centerfield fence double to right. Martis’ outstand- and a throwing error to score hitting early in the game. We had manage to climb out of, but in but attempted to stretch a double ing defensive plays would also three runs on one hit in the third a couple of chances to break it the end, Keith Skinner’s slashing open a little bit, but their guys double to leftfield in the bottom More photos on “Photo Library” made a lot of nice plays. They of the ninth inning allowed Billy played a great defensive game. Worswick to score from first to 12apr13-cr-gl-base It’s a credit to them. They won give the No. 7 Governor the game,” Coach McCaffrey said. Livingston Highlanders a 7-6 vic- The Cougars’ bats and base- tory in Berkeley Heights on April running skills came to life in the 13. seventh. Sean McGovern tapped The Cougars out-hit the High- a leadoff single, Garguilo doubled landers, 12-9, and second and Feeney walked to load the baseman Eric Garguilo had a bases. After a fly out to left, strong evening at the plate going Folinusz lined a two-run single to 3-for-5 with a double and three center. The next batter struck runs scored, in addition to reach- out, then the Cougars pulled off ing safely on an error. Sean a gutsy double steal that worked, Feeney also had a pair of singles putting both runners in scoring and a double, and scored once. position. Tommy Trotter followed Feeney also had two stolen bases. with a two-run double to knot the Chris Folinusz had a two-run score. single and a double, while scor- “Every inning, every pitch, ev- ing once. ery out we play. Fortunately it Skinner finished 2-for-4 with a worked, but unfortunately they pair of doubles and a run scored. scored one more run than us,” Ryan Jennings had an RBI triple, Coach McCaffrey said. singled and scored twice. Aaron “We never give up. We had to Smith chopped an RBI single, put four runs. We were confident doubled and scored twice, and we were going to do it. That’s Worswick singled twice and what we did. We were expecting scored twice. it,” Garguilo said. Garguilo and Feeney led off the Cougar starting pitcher Kurt top of the first inning with back- Story on page 17 Rutmayer, in his eight innings on the mound, yielded three earned to-back singles then Andrew of The Westfield Leader DiFrancesco’s bunt resulted in a runs, seven hits and four walks, throwing error and a run scored. hit two batters and struck out David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times five. Alex Plick pitched in the Folinusz walked to load the bases A BASE TOO FAR…Cougar Sean Feeney attempts to stretch a double into a triple in the third inning but fails as with nobody out, but the Cou- ninth, allowing one run on two gars failed to capitalize. The High- Highlander Justin Ennis makes the tag. The Cougars dropped a 7-6 decision in nine innings. hits. Highlander starter Worswick allowed 11 hits, walked three extinguish Cougar rallies in the to grab a 5-1 lead. Garguilo and hit a batter, while fanning six See & Subscribe at fifth, sixth and eighth innings. singled and scored on in seven innings. Reliever John BallyhooBallyhoo goleader.com/ballyhoo “He played a great game. Both DiFrancesco’s RBI single in the Schmedel yielded a hit and two guys! The second baseman and fifth, but Aaron Smith doubled walks, while fanning three in two Submit commentary and items for publishing. and scored in the sixth to make innings. Email to [email protected] l'ennemi du journaliste the score, 6-2. Cranford 100 010 400 6 “I made a few errors. I cost the Gov. Livingston 203 001 001 7 Page S-2 Thursday, April 19, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary SIRAGUSA LAUNCHES TOWERING HOMER, GOES 3-FOR-3; VERRELLI SMACKS 2 HITS, 3 RBI Cougars Use Long Ball, Stun Softball Raiders in Five, 12-1

By DAVID B. CORBIN Raiders did manage to put the said. there,” Moreno said. inside. That’s my favorite spot. I Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ball in play. Marcus led off the top of the Highlighted by Siragusa’s first knew it was gone,” Siragusa ex- Junior Julie Siragusa has been “I think we are coming along. first inning with a single, but did double and Verrelli’s two-run plained. mostly known for her solid perfor- The score doesn’t always indi- not realize the accuracy of double to right-center, the Cou- “From what my catcher told mances on the mound; however, cate it, but there were some Moreno, who fired to Verrelli at gars plated three runs in the me, we pitched it right where she her performances at the plate have good things happening. I thought second to get the out. Schroder bottom of the first. Siragusa wanted. She just got around and been striking, especially in the we put the ball in play very nicely followed with a single but the stepped to the plate in the third turned and blasted the thing,” Cranford Cougars’ 12-1, five-in- off a very good pitcher. We are Raiders failed to score. Moreno inning lined her homer in a flash Coach Hulnik said. “It was a shot. ning victory over the visiting Scotch doing some really good connec- repeated the act an inning later into the trees above the What can you do?” Plains-Fanwood High School soft- tions with two strikes, so we are when she gunned down Gallo at scoreboard. Verrelli singled and “I know Julie now five years. ball team on April 13. going to keep plugging away. second. Acton rapped an RBI single to When she was a freshman, I said Siragusa doubled twice, walked They are good kids. They like “They started on first when they make the score, 5-0. this to her. ‘I enjoy watching you and launched a towering each other. They are a good fix. didn’t put the bunt down, so I “I saw the ball really well today. play this game.’ And I still enjoy homerun, unlike any seen in a That’s half the battle right there,” figured just get them. Allie does It was a strike. I loved it, so I watching her play. She’s a soft- high school softball game, and Raider Head Coach Jessica Hulnik it really well, so I am happy she’s drove it. It was belt high and ball player. She’s a five-tool girl! scored on all four plate appear- She can do everything we ask ances. On the mound, she im- More photos on “Photo Library” her to do on the field and more proved her team’s record and sometimes,” Cougar Head Coach her record to 6-1, scattering four 12apr13-cr-spf-soft Bob Bruno said. hits and hitting one batter. In the fourth inning, Schroder Siragusa only had two strikeouts was hit-by-a-pitch, advanced on after three innings but stepped it Yeager’s single and scored on a up and finished with six. wild pitch. The Cougars quickly “I pitched all right. I didn’t re- answered with two runs. The Cou- ally hit my spots like I wanted to. gars plated five runs in the fifth I didn’t get as many strikeouts as as a result of an error, I usually do. I think I got only Bagniewski’s two-run double, three or four today. That’s really Schott’s RBI single and Siragusa’s rare for me. But I have great RBI double off the leftfield fence. defense, so I don’t really worry “This year, if she continues this about it. I can have an off day way she’s Player of the Year in things will be fine, because I the county as far as I am con- have someone behind me to field cerned. She’s hitting the ball well. everything,” Siragusa said. What people don’t understand The Cougars totaled 11 hits, five about that kid, she’s the best for extra bases. Shortstop Allison outfielder in the county and never Verrelli went 2-for-2 with a double gets to play outfield,” Coach and three RBI while scoring twice. Bruno said. Kerry Wischusen (2 runs scored) Siragusa did get an opportu- rapped a pair of singles in her nity to play centerfield for a few three at-bats and Stephanie inning against Bishop Ahr on April Bagniewski drilled a two-run 7 and demonstrated her double, while Izzy Acton and Julie athleticism with a running snag. Schott (run scored) each punched Story on page 13 “Love it! Love it out there! I an RBI single. Catcher Melissa love the outfield,” Siragusa com- Moreno had an RBI and scored of The Westfield Leader mented. twice. Maggie McKay singled and Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 000 10 1 Victoria Matlin scored once. Cranford 302 25 12 Amanda Schroder singled and scored the Raiders’ only run. Kelly David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Yeager, Amanda Marcus and Liz WAITING FOR THE THROW…Raider catcher Kelly Yeager awaits the throw as Cougar Allison Verrelli, No. 16, slides Probitas Verus Honos Gallo each added a single. The home to score in the third inning. The Cougars defeated the Raiders, 12-1, at Adams Field in Cranford. Page S-3 Thursday, April 19, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary COUGARS WILLIAMSON FANS 10, DiFRANCESCO GOES 3-FOR-4; WF’S DEMERS DOUBLES No. 15 Baseball Cougars Rap Westfield Blue Devil Nine, 9-1 By DAVID B. CORBIN single. said. sometimes our approach at the hole, and that doesn’t bode well,” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Williamson never yielded more He was especially cautious with plate is we may be thinking too Blue Devil Head Coach Bob Senior pitching ace Ryan than one hit in an inning, and he the hitting abilities of Blue Devils much. We may be guessing on Brewster said. Williamson struck out 10 Blue capped off his evening by fan- James O’Rourke and Varakian. pitches. You can’t guess. A good Williamson was called twice for Devils, walked two and allowed ning four Blue Devils in the fifth “They are very good players. I team, when you start guessing, balks, which was something that just three hits in five innings, and inning. just tried to pitch around them they are going to throw pitches he never experienced before. his teammates were very active “I was working them in-and- today,” Williamson said. you are not ready for. We are “Absolutely not! Today it was a with the “metal sticks” to give out. I mostly threw all fastballs Vinnie Colaneri pitched the sixth looking for the wrong pitches on little cold and dry, so I needed to the No. 15 Cranford High School today. I wish I could have gotten and seventh innings and added the wrong counts. Look for get a grip on the ball, and I kept baseball team a 9-1 victory over ahead on guys a little more to- three more strikeouts to bring fastballs! Adjust for curves! blowing in my hand. I guess they Westfield in Westfield on April day. I should have gotten a little Westfield’s total to 13. He also Sometimes we look for curves said I couldn’t do that,” 10. more first-pitch strikes. All the allowed one single and walked and they throw fastballs by you Williamson explained. The 4-0 Cougars totaled 11 pull guys, I was working them two. before you even swing the bat. The Blue Devils committed sev- hits, which included four doubles outside and other guys, I was “We worked very hard in trying We have a lot of guys taking eral errors, which begun in the and a pair of triples, while the 3- jamming them in,” Williamson to get bats on the ball, but I think pitches that puts themselves in a first inning when the Cougars 2 Blue Devils finished with four plated three runs on two hits. hits. Cougar Andrew DiFrancesco More photos on “Photo Library” The errors made situations diffi- created a lot of sparks with his cult for starting pitcher Brett “metal stick” going 3-for-4 with a 12apr10–wf-cr-base Ryan, who was tagged for nine triple, double and a single, while hits, while fanning five in his five scoring three times and adding innings on the mound. Evan Fried- two RBI. man relieved in the sixth and Since last season when he fin- needed to face only three bat- ished with a .450 batting aver- ters. Rich Malacrea pitched in the age, DiFrancesco has been read- seventh and allowed one run on ing opposing pitchers quite well. two hits and one hit batter. “A couple looked like they were “Cranford made the plays in changeups, but you just got to the field and, defensively, we did pick it up out of their hands. It’s not play well. We made a lot of really like going to war with the mistakes today, and when that pitcher. It’s you or him, and you happens, the pitcher is going to always want to come out on top,” add on five or 10 pitches more for DiFrancesco said. each error you make. It gives Cougar Sean Feeney (2 RBI) them a new batter. It extends went 2-for-4 with an RBI double. innings. It makes it hard for the Chris Folinusz had an RBI double, CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 an infield single and scored once after being hit-by-a-pitch. Williamson tripled and scored, Please Support Tommy Trotter rapped a two-run single, Eric Garguilo singled and Cranford High School scored twice, and George Goergodis had an RBI double. Sports Programs Eric Demers had the Blue Dev- ils’ only extra base hit when he doubled off Williamson in the Story on page 13 fifth inning and scored on an error. Mike Ionta, Mike Coletta of The Westfield Leader Go and Matt Varakian each added a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Cougars! TOO CLOSE FOR COMFORT…Cougar batter Chris Folinusz pulls back to avoid being tagged by a high inside pitch Probitas Verus Honos as Blue Devil catcher Mike Ionta grabs the ball. The Cougars defeated the Blue Devils, 9-1, at Bob Brewster Sr. Field. Go and See a Game! Page S-4 Thursday, April 19, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cougar Girls Capture First, Cougars Jump on Blue Devil Baseballers, 9-1 Boys 2nd at Cougar Relays CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 pitcher,” Coach Brewster said. good leads and get a jump on the DiFrancesco singled and scored The Cranford High School girls “This is the first time since I The Cougars added a run in the ball and try not to get picked off. the final run after a throwing track & field team captured first have been here that we got ac- third and fourth innings and did It’s early in the season. We have error in the seventh. and the Cougar boys placed sec- cepted in that event. We are all exhibit their traditional style of to get good reads off the pitch- “It was a good game. We all ond in a field of nine teams, very excited,” Cougar Head aggressive base running, how- ers. There are numerous things played well. Ryan did an excel- which included Freehold Town- Coach Peter Kane said. ever, they did get caught in the we have to work on,” DiFrancisco lent job on the mound. There ship, Governor Livingston, Day- Adham McGuire (top distance of act twice. said. was really nothing much to it. We ton, Elizabeth, Kent Place, Toms 42-6) and Reggie Green won the “We tried to see what we got, The Cougars added three more just played the game of base- River South, Union City, triple jump with a distance of like ball in the dirt, you got to runs in the fifth to take an 8-0 ball,” DiFrancisco said. “We did Morristown and Linden at the 82.7.5. McGuire (top throw of 158- manufacture runs with aggres- lead. After Garguilo reached base the situational hitting when we Cougar Relays at Memorial Field 3) and Rob Kessler won the javelin sive base running. You got to get on an error, Feeney lined an RBI needed with runners on. We in Cranford on April 14. The Cou- with a distance of 305-9. Kessler double, DiFrancesco slashed an played crisp infield all day.” gar girls took top honors in six and Rob O’Shaughnessy won the Probitas Verus Honos RBI triple to right and Folinusz Cranford 301 130 1 9 events, while the boys placed discus with a distance of 217-3.5. cracked an RBI double to center. Westfield 000 010 0 1 first in four events. Pat Lynch and Mike Helmstetter Bryanna Grant and Regine took top honors in the pole vault Hunter had the best jumps to win with a height of 24-0. the triple jump event with a dis- Chris Witwick, Jake Waleski and tance of 73-4. Ashley McGuire, Dan VanOstenbridge crossed Hunter, Grant and Jenna second in the 3x400 hurdles at Ellenbacher crossed first in the 3:05.04. VanOstenbridge, 4x100 with a time of 50.91. Donavin Walker, Derek Keller and Rebecca Shimonov, Hunter, Luke Eltringham finished second Grant and Ellenbacher finished in the 4x110 hurdles at 1:17.64. first in the 4x100 hurdles at Lynch, McGuire, Green and 1:06.2. Waleski finished second in the Shimonov and Hunter took first 4x100 at 45-0. Joe DaSilva, in the long jump with a distance Green, Helmstetter and Waleski of 30-7.75. Kristen finished second in the 4x200 at VanBenschoten and Summer 1:34.75. Tom Feeney, Brandon Kortbaoui took top honors in the Hashemi, Connor McMahon and discus with a distance of 185- Eli Howard crossed second in the 10.5 and the shot put with a distance medley relay at distance of 57-3.5. Kortbaoui and 11:18.09. Alex Krowicki took second in the “We have Boys 4x100, 4x400 javelin with a distance of 152-8. and 4x400 competing at Penn Grant and McGuire placed sec- and Girls 4x100, 4x400 and ond in the pole vault with a height Bryanna in the triple jump. Bry is of 16-0. ranked as the two seed behind a Laura Van Horn, Shimonov and Jamaican,” Coach Kane noted. Ellenbacher finished second in the 3x400 hurdles at 3:39.73. Softball Cougars Rout Van Horn, Ellenbacher, Melissa Ruppel and McGuire crossed sec- Roselle Park Panthers ond in the 4x200 at 1:50.49. McGuire, Van Horn, Shimonov The Cranford High School soft- and Erin Meixner finished third in ball team routed the Roselle Park the 4x400 at 4:21.34. Panthers, 18-0, in five innings on While finishing second in the April 17. 4x800 with a time of 8:13.02, Junior Julie Siragusa blasted a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times George El-Khoury, Carl home run and a double and scored COUGAR ATHLETES OF THE WEEK…Julie Siragusa and Adham McGuire have been named Cougar Athletes of the Lieberman, Paul Cassaro and twice in the 22-hit shelling. Week. Julie, a junior on the varsity softball team, threw three shut outs and a no hitter, batting .666 through the first four games of the season. Adham, a senior on the varsity track team, had the best throw at the Cougar Invitational in the javelin Mike Zanfardino qualified for the Cranford (11)03 22 18 Penn Relays. Roselle Park 0 00 00 2 and the best triple jump of the meet with a Union County leading mark. Page S-5 Thursday, April 19, 2012 New Jersey goleader.com/ballyhoo BallyhooBallyhoo Sports, Humor and Commentary Cranford Homes Looking To Rebuild After Irene

By CHRISTINA M. HINKE well as a powder room and a area. The house is a nice house Emergency Management Agency “I think this is a very practical Specially Written for The Westfield Leader laundry room to the first floor. and I think it will be even nicer. … (FEMA) requires, they told The approach to getting their house CRANFORD – The township’s “We had to destroy the old They are taking the practical ap- Leader. out of the way of the water. I zoning board of adjustment on porches; they were grandfathered proach, and are committing to “In order for us to stay in commend them for what they Monday approved two applications in [to the setbacks],” he said. His Cranford. It is a positive for the Cranford, it’s the only option we are doing,” board member John from homeowners who have de- home had a side porch and a front owners and a positive for the neigh- have,” Mr. Rebelo said. Mallon said in his motion to ap- cided to raise the height of their porch, and replacing them requires borhood as well.” Currently the house is a split prove the application. homes to avoid future flood dam- variances. Unlike Mr. Veca, the second level, and the plans are to elimi- Mr. Pistol said, “There was an age to their first-floor living space The front steps of the plan splay application was not seeking to nate the current first floor that is application next door that was after floodwaters from Hurricane out, which architect David Bailey lift the house, but to add height. split, and add a third floor, mak- very similar to this, and the appli- Irene last year destroyed their said is a “nice entry” and lends a Applicants Jose and Mirian ing the second and third floor a cants experienced a hardship with main living areas. “better curb appeal.” The front Rebelo, of 4 Richmond Avenue, split level. flooding, and they are making the One homeowner will actually steps will encroach on the front- in the R-3 Zone, were approved They plan to move all of the best of the situation, they are raise the foundation of his house, yard setback eight-and-a-half feet. to raise the height of their home utilities to the attic. recommitted to the town…and this and the other applicant will do “I give him credit for wanting to to 32 feet, two feet above the “We don’t have the heart to sell is a practical approach.” away with the first level of their stay there,” Planning Board Sec- current maximum requirement. it,” Mrs. Rebelo told The Leader. During the workshop meeting, split-level home and fill their base- retary Barbara Ginsberg said. Mr. and Mrs. Rebelo have lived in Neighbor Steve Gorski, of 9 Zoning Board Vice-Chairman Pis- ment in order to avert further Zoning Board member William the township for 22 years. They Richmond Avenue, came out in tol said Investors Savings Bank major flood damage. Both homes Montani said, “Considering…the had six feet of water in their support of their application. “We has pulled out of building on the are located near Nomahegan Park other encroachments, the margin basement during Hurricane all experienced the flood. What’s site next to the Rustic Mill Diner. and the Rahway River. isn’t all that great, considering this Irene, and have been living in the great about what they are do- The bank owners had already The zoning board has heard two huge undertaking as a result of house with damage to the walls ing,” Mr. Gorski said, is the appli- dug a large hole on the property. other applications seeking similar Irene.” and with their kitchen unusable. cants’ plans mirror plans from a Previously, there was a gas sta- variances. The zoning law cur- Mr. Pistol said, “The property is a Their plans are to fill the base- previous application approved by tion at the site. rently allows homes built up to 30 large property. I don’t think there ment with dirt, with a cement the board, and as a result “will The board’s April 23 meeting has feet high, and the two applications is any danger of crowding the slab over the top, as the Federal bring some unity to the neigh- been cancelled, and the next meet- Monday sought to build their borhood.” ing is Monday, May 14. homes to 32 feet in height. Zoning Board Vice-Chairman Jef- frey Pistol told The Westfield Leader Choral Art Society Concert that the township council has been working on a resolution to allow a maximum height of 32 feet. Set Sunday at St. Anne’s Applicant Robert Veca, of 11 Summit Road, in the R-1 Zone, GARWOOD – The Choral Art So- Mountainside’s Community Pres- was approved for four variances ciety of New Jersey, Inc., in con- byterian Church. At Calvary to raise his home four-and-a-half junction with St. Anne’s Roman Church, Mr. Little directs an adult feet above the recent flood-water Catholic Church, will present a choir, two youth choirs and the level of the dwelling. Mr. Veca said Celebration of Spring at a Concert Calvary Concert Series. his home had 18 inches of water of Choral Music this Sunday, April For information about the Cho- on the first floor as a result of 22, at 4 p.m. It will take place at ral Art Society, visit casofnj.org Irene. St. Anne’s Church, located at 325 or call (908) 654-5737. “I haven’t lived in my house Second Avenue in Garwood. Funding has been made pos- since Irene,” he said. He is living in A selection of choral music from sible in part by the New Jersey a rental home. He has decided to anthems to spirituals will be fea- State Council on the Arts, De- raise his house using out-of-pocket tured. Tickets, for $10 each, will partment of State, a partner expenses, he said. be available at the door. agency of the National Endow- Part of his renovations include a James Little is the musical di- ment for the Arts, through a grant bay window, with a cantilever that Christina M. Hinke for The Westfield Leader rector of the Choral Art Society. administered by the Union County juts out an additional two feet into ABOVE FLOOD STAGE…An application by Jose and Mirian Rebelo of 4 Mr. Little has been the organist Office of Cultural and Heritage the seven-foot encroachment from Richmond Avenue was approved by the Cranford Zoning Board of Adjustment and choirmaster of the Calvary Affairs and for this 50th Anniver- the foundation into the setback. on Monday night. They will raise the height of their home to 32 feet, two feet Episcopal Church in Summit since sary season has been made pos- He also added in a playroom that above the current maximum requirement, after suffering severe flood damage 1993, having previously held sible by a grant provided by the bumped out the house two feet, as caused by Hurricane Irene. similar positions at Westfield Foundation.