DWC Proposes Budget Hike of 4.9 Percent to $411,321 by DOMINIC A

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Published Every Thursday Since September 3, 1890 (908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, March 10, 2011 OUR 121th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 10-2011 Periodical – Postage Paid at Rahway, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SEVENTY FIVE CENTS DWC Proposes Budget Hike Of 4.9 Percent to $411,321 By DOMINIC A. LAGANO includes the salaries of three DWC Per town ordinance, DWC budget Specially Written for The Westfield Leader employees including Mrs. Cronin, proposals must be presented to the WESTFIELD — The Downtown equipment such as the light poles town council for approval. It was Westfield Corporation (DWC) board installed for the South Avenue suggested during the board meeting of directors has proposed a budget Streetscape, the Downtown that the DWC budget proposal be increase of almost $21,000, the first Westfield 5K and Pizza Extravaganza open to the public, an idea supported budget hike on property owners promotion, grants awarded to busi- by town council liaison to the DWC, within the downtown special im- nesses in the SID, and mundane costs Mark Ciarrocca. provement district in six years. such as “weeding, picking up gar- “I’m confident that with a budget The budget proposal, presented bage, and cleaning garbage cans” in like this, that people will get its by DWC Executive Director Sherry the downtown, according to Mrs. questions answered, understand it, Cronin and board chairman Dominic Cronin. support it,” Mr. Ciarrocca said. Verdic at the February 28 DWC board Mr. Verdic explained that the bud- DWC officials said the budget in- of directors meeting. Ms. Cronin said get would “have to get approved by crease is primarily due to rising this year’s proposed budget is (DWC) board level first, so we can healthcare costs for the two full- $411,321, representing an increase present it to the (DWC) finance com- time salaried employees of the DWC of 4.9 percent over last year’s spend- mittee, then from the finance com- as well as the continuing obligation ing plan of $390,573. The budget mittee to the (town) council.” to pay for the South Avenue Streetscape, an SID enhancement project that was completed last year. Mr. Verdic said the DWC budget is fiscally responsible and will not affect the general public. “We’re still doing more with less; however, we need to start putting our money aside to pay off our obligation,” Mr. Verdic stated.

Mr. Verdic said the DWC has “gone Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader six years without an increase in our STAMPS GALORE...The Westfield Stamp Club held its 48th Annual Stamp Show on March 5 in the Community Room budget…the 4.9 percent tax increase of the Westfield Municipal Building. The show featured stamps from around the state and offered a wide range of philatelic is only for the people in the special items for sale. improvement district. This does not reflect on homeowners or anyone else that is not in the district.” WF BOE Unveils $90.2 Mil.-Budget; The public was invited to voice its opinion on the budget proposal. Julie Diddell, proprietor of Ortho Care - Medical Horizons of N.J., Taxes Up $2 Million to $83.4-Mil. located at 10 Prospect Street, was By MANDY L. RUSSELL adding another $5.2 million to the around from line item to line item as the only member of the public present Specially Written for The Westfield Leader budget. to where the money will be allocated. to voice her opinion at the February WESTFIELD — The Westfield “Today is about the maximum In the weeks to come the board will Photo courtesy of Lisa Smelkinson JOINING THE RACE...Westfield Board of Education Vice-President Ann Cary 28 meeting. Board of Education has unveiled a [taxes] that can be raised, not neces- have more information regarding the signs her petition confirming her candidacy for reelection to the board. This “I can only say that proposing an proposed budget of $92,220,416, an sarily what will be raised, because we tax assessments and property tax in- year’s election will be held on Wednesday, April 27. increase to a property owner, I think increase of $2.8 million over last can always reduce it if we see fit formation, officials said. you have to listen to the tone out year’s adopted budget. before [March] 29. We are voting to “We spent so much time last year there, in the community, in the state, Of the total spending plan, have a budget larger than the tax levy,” responding to the loss of [$4 million Eight Candidates File for not be tone deaf to the fact that it’s $87,351,977 is for operating costs Board President Julia Walker said. in] state aid. We looked at grant pro- tough out there. I ask you guys to for the 2011-2012 school year, an Board officials said between now grams to take advantage of them. Three Seats on WF BOE stay flat (on the budget) and not go increase of $1.6 million over last and the board’s budget vote on March This district worked so hard last year to the property owners for any in- year. Debt payments from previously 29 budget amounts can be moved CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 By BETSEY BURGDORF BOE members Warren McFall and crease.” approved bond referendums add an- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Donald Parisi have expired, as well Mr. Verdic responded to Ms. other $2,880,929 to the budget. AREA – Board of Education (BOE) as the seat of Fanwood’s Rob Diddell’s comments that, “We’ve Taxes that would need to be raised MS BOE Budget Would candidates filed their candidacies this O’Connor. been flat for six years. There hasn’t are proposed at $85,896,552, of with week for the annual school election, Four candidates in Scotch Plains been a municipality anywhere or $83,359,305 would be allotted for which will be held this year on will compete for two available seats any other place we’ve seen that’s the 2011-2012 school year and ap- Hike Average Taxes $149 Wednesday, April 27. and in Fanwood, three candidates been flat for six years, and we’ve pear on election ballots for the By DOMINIC A. LAGANO assessed at $165,537, the average In Westfield, three seats are avail- will vie for one open seat. Mr. McFall been doing like I said, more for less, Wednesday, April 27 School Elec- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader assessment in the borough, would able, as the terms of Vice-President announced he is seeking a third term however, we’ve made this commit- tion, an increase of almost $2 mil- MOUNTAINSIDE — The pay $4,503 in school taxes, com- Ann Cary and board members Alice on the board. He is joined in the race ment to do the streetscape project lion. Mountainside Board of Education pared to last year’s tax of $4,354, an Hunnicutt and Gary McCready have by Victor DeVizio, Douglas Layne and pay it back, and we have no In addition, Westfield intends to (BOE) presented its proposed $15- increase of $149. expired. Ms. Cary has announced she and Melanie Root. control over the employee benefits apply for a $352,118 waiver from the million budget for the 2011-2012 The owner of a home assessed at will seek another term on the board, Jeanne Cleary, Michael Lewis and going up. There’s just nowhere to Union County Executive Superinten- school year at its meeting Tuesday $165,537, the average assessment in while Ms. Hunnicutt and Mr. Margaret Savoca are contending for come up with the money other than dent of Schools for increased health night. the borough, would pay $4,503 in McCready will not. the one available seat in Fanwood. a small increase for property own- benefit costs. The preliminary budget projection school taxes, compared to last year’s Eight candidates are vying for three In Mountainside, five candidates ers.” Of the total budget, $29.1 million represents an increase of almost 3.7 tax of $4,354, an increase of $149. available BOE seats. Along with Ms. will compete for three available Ms. Diddell was the only member is budgeted for regular education pro- percent from last year’s budget. Less The budget projection has been Cary, Jessica Blessing, Mark Fried- seats; two from the expired terms of the public present for the meet- grams, $6 million for special educa- than 4 percent of the budget is pro- revised since the last BOE meeting man, Keith Hertell, Karym Hoens, currently held by BOE Vice-Presi- ing. tion, and $723,206 for remedial and jected to be paid by state and federal held on February 24 and will con- Roseanne Kurstedt, Joseph Miceli dent Cathy Jakositz and board mem- The next DWC board of directors basic skills programs and $983,769 assistance. tinue to be revised until the BOE’s and Jennifer Silva have announced ber Carolyn Williams, and the one- meeting is scheduled for Monday, for school-sponsored athletics. Em- The total amount to be raised in final budget projection, which must they will seek election to the board year term of Maureen Hess, who March 28, at 7:30 p.m. The DWC ployee benefits are listed at $49.9 taxes is $13,303,685, representing an be submitted to the Union County and their petitions have been filed took over for board member Jorge office is located at 105 Elm Street. million with administrative salaries increase of $451,302 over last year or executive superintendent of schools with the board office. Battista, who stepped down last year 3.5 percent. The owner of a home CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board due to relocation. of Education has three seats open; Candidates for the Mountainside Armory Cell Tower ‘Dead;’ two from Scotch Plains and one from BOE include Dante Gioia, Ms. Hess, Fanwood. The terms of Scotch Plains CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Complaints Heard on Light By LAUREN S. BARR crossing signal on Central Avenue, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader with many of them speaking out re- WESTFIELD — State Senator garding the “devaluation” of Adina Tom Kean, Jr. announced at the Town Enculescu’s property by placing the Council’s meeting Tuesday night that light there. the cell tower that had been proposed Lisa Decicco of Cambridge Road by T-Mobile for the National Guard said of the light, “I wouldn’t want my Armory property on Rahway Av- house to be the house.” While Francis enue “is effectively dead.” Terrace resident Peter Laskaris said, T-Mobile had proposed construct- “It’s not just unhappiness, its devalu- ing a 15-foot-high tower on the state- ing a person’s home,” adding that while owned property. Senator Kean and the light may make the town safer, “it Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (both wasn’t fair” to Ms. Enculescu. R-21, Westfield) praised the council When resident Jim Baker asked how and the residents for their efforts to the final location of the light was de- stop the project from going forward. cided, Third Ward Councilman Mark The lawmakers reached out to the Ciarrocca explained that there were Lauren S. Barr for The Westfield Leader state’s Adjutant General, Major “at least five” meetings to discuss the RAISING AWARENESS…Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad members receive Glenn Reith, in their efforts to kill area and over the course of those meet- a proclamation from Mayor Andy Skibitsky at Tuesday night’s town council the proposal. ings the light was moved from the meeting declaring March “Rescue Squad Month,” kicking off the squad’s annual Assemblyman Bramnick told the corner of Central and Clover Street. fund drive. Pictured, left to right, are: Mayor Skibitsky and Westfield Rescue council he “appreciate(s) your ef- According to Councilman Ciarrocca, Squad members Sue Lagano, Jon Delano and Jeanne Gladis. forts in keeping Westfield, Westfield.” the town’s traffic consultant, Gordon Paul Lachenauer for The Westfield Leader PAGE INDEX Police Blotter...6 STICKY SITUATION...A father and son enjoy pancakes at the Annual Rotary During the public comment por- Meth, had put the idea of moving the Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 11-17 Club of Westfield Pancake Breakfast held March 5. Proceeds from the event tion of the meeting several residents light out to citizens in attendance. 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Courtesy of Peggy Rothbaum Photo courtesy of Ben DeMarzo TANZANIA TREK...On February 25, the Venturing Crew 27 of Westfield MEET AND GREET...Business leaders from the Westfield Area Chamber of TOWER TERMINATED…Assemblyman Jon Bramnick and Senator Tom Kean, climbed to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro of Tanzania. Members of Crew 27, Commerce gather at the new Turning Point restaurant in Westfield to discuss Jr., both of Westfield, address the town council Tuesday night informing them that pictured above, are: Ellen and Taylor Anderson, Charlotte Dreizen, Chris matters and to welcome the new business. the cell tower construction application slated for the Armory has been denied. Mench, Mark Rhodes, Bill and Olivia Ryan and Madison Weist of Westfield; Chirag Patel and Lori and Dan Zucker, Mike Barta, Matt Hachey and Dillon and Dan Jewell. Disko, Berman Indicted Woman Charged With Mountainside BOE Defrauding Partner In Bid Rigging Scheme CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 WESTFIELD – On Wednesday, for approval. to a subscription fee, officials said. February 16, a summons was issued TRENTON – Local engineer knowingly prepared fraudulent edly inflated quotes and the cost of Chief School Administrator There is no specific estimate at this to Westfield resident Joanne Heller- Kenneth Disko, 47, of quotes bearing the names of other work performed. In return for the Jeanette Baubles and Acting Business time, but the fee was characterized as Saunders in which she was charged Mountainside, was charged legitimate contractors, making the inflated contracts, Gallagher alleg- Administrator Mr. Daniel Saragnese a “partial” subscription. with defrauding her partner, Abby Wednesday by the attorney quotes higher than his own, authori- edly gave cash kickbacks to Disko. presented the budget to the public. One special education self-con- Saunders, of $19,000. general’s office with a bid rigging ties said. Authorities said Division of Criminal Justice de- The BOE budget entails the cost of tained class will be cut, reducing The summons alleges that Heller- and kickback scheme from 2001 to Sangiuliano submitted the quotes to tectives arrested Starr and Gallagher the education of the approximate 800 staffing needs, and the district’s up- Saunders, 50, stole the identity of 2010 as the contracted engineer or Disko, who recommended that the Wednesday morning. They were held students projected to be enrolled in coming fifth grade class will transi- Ms. Saunders, 40, and liquidated an engineer/architect on record for the contracts be awarded to in the Union County jail with bail set grades pre-kindergarten through 8th tion from a departmentalized to a IRA at Merrill Lynch. The charges Westfield, Tinton Falls and Scotch Sangiuliano’s company, Metropoli- for each at $50,000. Disko, grade this fall as well as the projected self-contained model, also designed are indictable offenses, and Heller- Plains-Fanwood school districts. tan. Sangiuliano and Berman were 34 students to be enrolled in the Union to reduce staff. Saunders was released on her own Also indicted was Westfield The attorney general’s office also charged by complaint-summonses. County Vocational-Technical Schools After the disclosure of possible recognizance pending trial. School Business Administrator and alleged that, at the direction of Disko, Second-degree charges carry a and the approximate 260 high school staff reduction, several members of Based on the amount of money Board Secretary Robert Berman, Sangiuliano knowingly inflated maximum sentence of 10 years in students projected to be enrolled in the public broached the ratio of stu- involved, the charges fall under a 55, of South Plainfield; John Metropolitan’s quotes and the cost state prison and a criminal fine of Governor Livingston High School in dent to teacher in the district. third degree offense, the penalties of Sangiuliano, 56, of Scotch Plains, of repairs for the contracts. In ex- $150,000. Berkeley Heights. In response, board member Chris- which could include a jail term of co-owner of Metropolitan Metal change for the inflated contracts, The Mountainside school district topher Minks responded that the three to five years. Window Company; Martin W. Starr, Sangiuliano allegedly gave kick- has a sending/receiving relationship Mountainside student has a good sup- In its July 15, 2004 edition, The 44, of Cliffwood Beach, owner of backs to Disko in excess of $36,000 with the Berkeley Heights school port system. Westfield Leader reported that Joanne WF BOE Heller and Abby Saunders became Starr Contracting; and Stephen M. in 2009 and 2010. It is alleged that CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 district. Officials said this relation- “The caliber of teacher that we have, Gallagher, 50, of Cliffwood Beach, Disko also received more than ship reflects a crucial aspect to this and the caliber of parents that we have the first Westfield couple to file for owner of East Commercial Con- $44,000 in kickbacks from a prior as to not financially bleed again this year’s budget. in this community, and the parents Domestic Partnership at Town Hall. struction and Tara Construction. owner of Metropolitan who is now year,” board member Ginny Leiz said. It was revealed at the BOE meeting that we have that get involved in this The couple, which filed for a civil New Jersey Department of Crimi- deceased for contracts awarded to Ms. Walker added that Westfield that more than 22 percent of this year’s district is such that 20, 25 kids (per union in 2007, currently is separated nal Justice Director Stephen Taylor Metropolitan from 2001 to 2004. has been “good stewards of our fi- school budget will be paid to the Ber- classroom)…is a healthy number,” Mr. pending dissolution of the civil union. said Disko was charged with sec- In bidding one contract in the nance.” keley Heights school district as a re- Minks said. “We are blessed to have Heller-Saunders is the former owner ond-degree making false contract Westfield schools, Disko allegedly Westfield saw its state aid increase sult of this sending/receiving rela- the facilities that we do and to have the of Ebabe and Edude Auctions. payment claims for allegedly pre- told Sangiuliano he would include $845,448 to $1.3 million. The state aid tionship, at a cost of more than $13,200 good teaching staff that we do that we Based on documents received by paring fraudulent quotes and esti- the replacement of seven windows represents less than 1 percent of the per student per year. will continue to try to cultivate that The Leader, an investigation is ongo- mates in connection with school in the scope of work for the bidding budget this year, which is down about However, inaccuracies in calculat- certainly can handle 20 to 25 stu- ing. Anyone with further information district contracts, and directing con- specifications, even though those 10 percent from years past, officials ing last year’s expenses by the Berke- dents.” can e-mail [email protected]. tractors to inflate quotes and esti- windows had been already replaced said. ley Heights school district will ad- The next BOE meeting open to the mates. by Sangiuliano. This allegedly en- Ms. Walker said the board hopes to versely affect the budget of the public is scheduled for Tuesday, March Happy Authorities said Diskko allegedly abled Sangiuliano to bid lower than stay within the state-mandated 2 per- Mountainside school district this year. 22. For more information on the St. Patrick’s Day submitted those quotes and esti- other contractors, knowing he would cent tax cap, and is working on sources “The regular education tuition that district’s budget, see http:// Erin go Bragh mates to the three school districts not have to replace the windows. of revenue to replace reduced state aid we pay to Berkeley Heights, unfortu- www.mountainsideschools.org. and recommended approval of the Sangiuliano was awarded the job. from previous years. The district has nately, there was a significant tuition fraudulently bid contracts in ex- He allegedly also kept an additional instituted employee health insurance adjustment that needed to be made change for more than $80,000 in $18,000 in “bid allowances” for un- contributions, a student activity fee, relative to the ’09-’10 school year and kickbacks from contractors. foreseen work that was approved by and taken advantage of grants. The right now that’s the biggest line item Armory Cell Tower Berman was charged with sec- Disko as the architect/engineer of board estimates the revenue from these increase in our budget,” Mr. Saragnese CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ond-degree bribery for allegedly record, authorities charged, noting items to be about $1,079,465. Westfield said. “It’s an obligation that we need He said after the plans were submit- review the placement of the light based accepting over $13,000 worth of that Sangiuliano, in fact, did not is also reducing operational costs by to meet. We’re working with the board, ted to Union County, who undertook on traffic data, crossing guard input, window glass and doors installed at perform any unforeseen or additional lowering health insurance costs, com- the administration of Berkeley Heights the project, their expert, Louis Berger accident data and other factors, but that his home by Metropolitan from work on the project. munication costs, transportation, en- so we can work on things from both Group, then moved the light further he doubted the light would be moved. 2004 to 2008 in return for making It is further alleged that between ergy and the cost of copiers, an amount ends to see to it that adjustments of from the corner to its current location In other business, the council written recommendations that the 2004 and 2008, Sangiuliano installed that would save the district about that magnitude don’t occur rolling due to requirements that the crosswalk passed a resolution allowing for the Westfield Board of Education ap- free window glass and doors, valued $2,257,300. forward.” and light be a certain distance from the demolition of a home located at 9 point Metropolitan as the district’s at over $13,000, in Berman’s home Superintendent of Schools Marga- As covered in last week’s Leader, stop sign at Central and Clover. Karen Terrace at the corner of East “contractor of record.” in exchange for Berman’s recom- ret Dolan said it will “not be possible Mr. Saragnese is in the process of fine- Greg Kasko, who retired from the Broad Street. In December the town’s “We allege that this engineer cor- mendation of Metropolitan as con- to reinstate staff or programs that have tuning several ideas designed to curtail Westfield Police Department follow- planning board voted 5-3 to allow rupted the contracting process in tractor of record for the Westfield been cut in the past few years.” costs for the district. In keeping with ing a lawsuit against the town, again developer Michael Mahoney to be three school districts where he School District. But, that within the budget it will be the district’s goal of “assuring good asked Mayor Andy Skibitsky and the relieved of having to preserve the worked, taking more than $80,000 Starr was charged in connection possible to balance the spending plan fiscal management” while seeking to council to reconsider bringing Mr. Meth circa 1785 home as he promised in in kickbacks from contractors who with contracts worth approximately to maintain current programs for stu- eliminate “the approximate $1-million in to speak to the residents affected by his original conforming subdivision overcharged the districts for school $39,530 that were awarded to Starr dents, such as high school electives, revenue shortfall” identified four ma- the new pedestrian crossing signal on application in 2000. The parents of repairs and renovations,” Attorney Contracting by the Westfield and sports programs, languages, arts and jor areas where cost cutting would Central Avenue. Mr. Kasko told the Richard Bagger, a former state sena- General Paula Dow said. “These Scotch Plains-Fanwood districts. music, and clubs. improve the district’s finances. mayor that he had his checkbook with tor and current chief of staff to Gov- defendants allegedly cheated the Authorities said Starr allegedly pre- Ms. Dolan ended by saying, “We “We wanted to keep programs intact him and said that he was “willing to pay ernor Chris Christie, previously taxpayers who fund these districts, pared fictitious quotes in 2009 and adults need to step forward so that and then very systematically look to two hours worth” of Mr. Meth’s time owned the home. as well as the students who might 2010 from legitimate contractors everything stays the same for the chil- see what we can eliminate or stream- out of his own pocket to come and Additionally, the council passed a have benefited from the thousands without their permission and sub- dren. I am proud and thankful for the line programs without jeopardizing any speak to the residents. resolution allowing for a change order of dollars that were misappropri- mitted them to Disko in order to staff and teachers and this district.” of the academics for the coming year,” Third Ward Councilman Dave Haas in the amount of $21,000 for the con- ated.” appear to be the lowest bidder for Mr. Saragnese stated. said that with the installation of the cession area expansion at Westfield “We charge that the business ad- the contracts. Students who reside two miles or crosswalk and the light the town has Memorial Pool. The change brings ministrator for the Westfield School Authorities also alleged that less from their school will have to pay “achieved a major safety improvement,” the total cost of the project to $210,308. District accepted expensive home Gallagher helped Starr to obtain Candidates subscription fees for bus service. The but someone should have notified Ms. According to the resolution, the price repairs, free of charge, from a com- those contracts in the Westfield and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 revised approximate cost per student is Enculescu that the light was being in- increase is due to site conditions that pany that he repeatedly recom- Scotch Plains-Fanwood districts by and Ms. Jakositz, all seeking full $600 to $720 per student with a pos- stalled on her property. “necessitated additional work items mended for a lucrative appointment preparing fraudulent and fictitious three-year terms, and Jeane Parker sible reduced rate for family members “I think she deserved that,” Council- and more materials than had been as the district’s contractor of quotes and estimates for his own and Ms. Williams, who are seeking using the same bus route. man Haas said. He added that he still anticipated.” record,” Mr. Taylor said. “We will companies and submitting them to the unexpired one-year term. More specifics were provided for had some questions regarding the light’s The council ended their meeting by not tolerate this type of illegal, self- Disko as higher bids than those sub- Garwood has three open seats from the so-called “pay to play” option. current location. going into closed session to discuss serving conduct by public officials.” mitted by Starr. Also, in connection the expired three-year terms of board Students who join the boys’ and girls’ Mayor Andy Skibitsky said that he the builders remedy lawsuit brought It is alleged that, in bidding on with other contracts that were members Susan Groning, Christine soccer teams, the boys’ and girls’ bas- understands that Ms. Enculescu is up- by Sunnyside Senior Housing. contracts for the Westfield and awarded to Gallagher’s companies Guerriero and Karen Rusin. Ms. ketball teams, the girls’ softball team, set that the light is in front of her house, Sunnyside is seeking to build high- Tinton Falls school districts, in the Westfield and Scotch Plains- Guerriero and Aaron J. Watkins have and the boys’ baseball team as well as but that he feels the light is working. He density housing, including affordable Sangiuliano, at Disko’s direction, Fanwood districts, Gallagher alleg- both announced their candidacies. all school clubs would also be subject again promised that the council would housing, on Springfield Avenue.

Mandy Russell for The Westfield Leader Lauren S. Barr for The Westfield Leader ON CAMERA…Garwood Borough Administrator/Clerk Christina Ariemma Dominic A. Lagano for The Westfield Leader LIGHTS OUT…At the Tuesday night Westfield Town Council meeting, resident was among municipal officials who attended Union County’s shared services BUDGET TALK…Mountainside Board of Education (BOE) Acting Business Maria Carluccio addresses the council regarding the much-disputed Central summit last Thursday at the Academy for Performing Arts Center on the Administrator Daniel Saragnese presents the 2011-2012 Mountainside school Avenue pedestrian signal. Vocational-Technical Schools campus in Scotch Plains. See story on page 2. budget during the BOE’s meeting Tuesday night. Breaking News: March 9, 2011 - NJ State Attorney General Indicts Mountainside Engineer, Scotch Plains Contractor and Westfield School Business Administrator - see story on page 10.

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construction of a “wonderfully mag- Tom Fortunato for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times nificent building” at the corner of HOT OFF THE GRIDDLE…Hungry guests enjoy pancakes, eggs and other breakfast fare last Sunday during the Scotch Martine and South Avenues, which Plains Lions Club’s Pancake Breakfast. The event, which benefits local charities and community activities, was held at the currently sits vacant. Scotch Hills Country Club in Scotch Plains. Elite Properties, she said, has designed the building and taken some of the Victorian architectural details of the train-station area and incorpo- Area Candidates File for Open rated them into the corner building. Mayor Colleen Mahr said she hopes to see workers break ground in late Seats on Boards of Education spring. She called the site a “wel- Betsey Burgdorf for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times come addition” to the borough. By BETSEY BURGDORF will seek another term on the board, will compete for three available seats; THE LONE RANGER…Officer Nicholas Mauro demonstrates the Readi Mask, Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times a safety mask designed for respiratory protection that members of the Fanwood Mayor Mahr also announced at the while Ms. Hunnicutt and Mr. two from the expired terms currently Police Department will now have access to. Pictured, left to right, are: Officer meeting that the borough can expect AREA – Board of Education (BOE) McCready will not. held by BOE Vice-President Cathy Mauro, John Schwind, CEO of Global Safety First; Mayor Colleen Mahr and a “completely revamped” website to candidates filed their candidacies this Eight candidates are vying for three Jakositz and board member Carolyn Chief of Police Richard Trigo. be rolled out in two to three weeks. week for the annual school election, available BOE seats. Along with Ms. Williams, and the one-year term of She called the new site “long over- which will be held this year on Cary, Jessica Blessing, Mark Fried- Maureen Hess, who took over for due.” Wednesday, April 27. man, Keith Hertell, Karym Hoens, board member Jorge Battista, who Fanwood PD Utilizes “You will see a focus on getting In Westfield, three seats are avail- Roseanne Kurstedt, Joseph Miceli stepped down last year due to reloca- updated information out to you,” the able, as the terms of Vice-President and Jennifer Silva have announced tion. mayor said to residents, “and finally Ann Cary and board members Alice they will seek election to the board Candidates for the Mountainside Innovative Safety Mask getting transparency in government Hunnicutt and Gary McCready have and their petitions have been filed BOE include Dante Gioia, Ms. Hess, By BETSEY BURGDORF ments, including emergency workers CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 expired. Ms. Cary has announced she with the board office. and Ms. Jakositz, all seeking full Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times and health-care providers, as well as The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board three-year terms; and Jeane Parker FANWOOD – Mayor Colleen the general public. of Education has three seats open; and Ms. Williams, who are seeking Mahr and Chief of Police Richard “There was a situation in an as- Tempers Flare At T-Mobile two from Scotch Plains and one from the unexpired one-year term. Trigo announced on Monday that the sisted living facility [that involved Fanwood. The terms of Scotch Plains Garwood has three open seats from Fanwood Police Department would police action] where the flu was run- BOE members Warren McFall and the expired three year terms of board be the first municipality in New Jer- ning rampant and 30 percent of the Cell Tower Hearing In SP Donald Parisi have expired, as well members Susan Groning, Christine sey to utilize an innovative new safety force ended up getting sick and was By THOMAS S. FORTUNATO “It seems that the height of the as the seat of Fanwood’s Rob Guerriero and Karen Rusin. Ms. mask called Readi Mask. The dispos- out,” Chief Trigo told The Scotch Specially Written for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times balloon is the [actual] height of the O’Connor. Guerriero and Aaron J. Watkins have able mask, costing approximately Plains-Fanwood Times. “This prod- SCOTCH PLAINS — The tower,” board planner Mary Moody Four candidates in Scotch Plains both announced their candidacies. $2.95 each, will provide the depart- uct offers a level of protection for the township’s zoning board of adjust- commented, in reference to one of will compete for two available seats ment with easy-to-use respiratory officers that we didn’t have yesterday ment continued to hear testimony last the photographs, “there wasn’t much and in Fanwood, three candidates Shared Services protection. The cost of the mask is – that we have today.” Wednesday on T-Mobile’s applica- arcing [due to wind].” will by vye for one open seat. Mr. being funded through emergency The Readi Mask is awaiting final tion to build a 120-foot monopole Matthew Grant of Maple Hill Road McFall announced he is seeking a Meeting Tonight management funds. approval, but has already passed the antenna at Willow Grove Swim Club. asked if “any notice [was] given to third term on the board. He is joined SCOTCH PLAINS/ The pocket-size Readi Mask has national Institute for Occupational The board will wrap up testimony the public about the balloon test to in the race by Victor DeVizio, Dou- FANWOOD – The Shared Ser- proven to be effective against most Safety and Health’s N95 perfor- at meetings on April 13 and 14 before allow the public to observe it [or] glas Layne and Melanie Root. vices Forum will be held March forms of particulates, including vi- mance testing. “Our goal is to apply making a decision. take pictures of their own?” Jeanne Cleary, Michael Lewis and 10th (tonight), 7 p.m. in the Board ruses, smoke and smog. The mask this in the police department as they T-Mobile’s radio frequency (RF) “No,” stated Mr. Kronk. “I believe Margaret Savoca are contending for of Ed Office at Evergreen School. adheres completely to the face, creat- get final approval,” Mayor Mahr said. engineer, Ben Shidfar, did not at- we discussed that at the [December] the one available seat in Fanwood. The public is urged to attend. ing a secure barrier. When sealed, the “When it gets final approval, you tend the December 13 meeting, as hearing, and the board chose not to In Mountainside, five candidates filter mask allows the wearer to con- will probably see widespread use. he was obtaining additional drive- [publicize the date of the balloon tinue to breath easily when exposed to There are so many applications, it’s test data on the practicality of in- test].” particulates and airborne pathogens, simple to use and the police officer stalling antennas on the existing util- “What? When did that happen?” while providing a complete perimeter can carry it with him. That is why we ity tower located at the end of Judy asked Lori Gallahue, a resident of seal even against pepper spray. The wanted to try it.” Lane, instead of erecting a new Beech Avenue. patented product, redesigned and re- Chief Trigo reported that the mask monopole at the swim club. “Given the conditions of wind and launched in 2010 by John Schwind, will be used in medical and police “Mr. Shidfar is here now to discuss so forth that are so unpredictable,” CEO of Global Safety First, will even- situations that would otherwise leave a continuation of radio frequency,” said Mary Ducran, also of Maple Hill tually be marketed to other depart- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 stated T-Mobile’s attorney, John R. Road, “it would be hard to pin down Edwards, Jr., “[and] we have addi- a date and have everybody come and tional testimony from [Timothy M.] have it be suitable conditions to run Kronk.” the test.” Mr. Kronk, T-Mobile’s planner, per- Hill Top Road resident Dave formed additional balloon tests on D’Agostino disputed the credibility February 11 and February 16, as had of Mr. Kronk’s photograph taken at been requested by the board in order CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 to determine the visibility of the tower in the winter when the area’s decidu- 5k Run Saturday To ous trees lack foliage. Mr. Kronk elevated a red balloon of a specific Cause Road Closure diameter to 120 feet at the site of the FANWOOD – On Saturday, March proposed tower, and then photo- 12, St. Bartholomew Church in Scotch graphed it from different locations in Plains will host a 5K Run, which will the area. Using this data, Mr. Kronk take place in the Borough of Fanwood. then photoshopped a simulated cell From 9 to approximately 10:30 a.m., Thomas Fortunato for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times tower into the photos where the bal- Westfield Road in Fanwood will be BATTLE OVER RADIO FREQUENCY...Ben Shidfar, left, T-Mobile’s radio loon was visible. closed for the race. The Fanwood frequency engineer, watches as the Scotch Plains Board of Adjustment’s radio “The first balloon test was started Police Department asks drivers to frequency engineer, Ronald Graiff, elaborates on a map from an older applica- on February 11,” Mr. Kronk ex- use caution in the surrounding area tion by T-Mobile (from 2009) to install a cell tower at Hillside Cemetery. plained, “and then halfway into it, the during this time. Mandy Russell for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times PAGE INDEX Police Blotter...6 wind did start to pick up, to a point For more information, including a SHARNG IDEAS…Representatives from all 21 towns in Union County at- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 11-17 tended last Thursday’s county-sponsored shared services summit at the Acad- where they were not acceptable to route map, visit fanwoodpolice.org conclude the balloon test so we did and click on the link “St. Bart’s 5K Editorial ...... 4-5,16-17 Education ...... 9, 18 Classifieds .... 17 emy for Performing Arts Center on the Vocational-Technical Schools campus on Community ... 6-8 Sports ...... 11-15 A&E ...... 19-20 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains. See story on page 2. conclude that on February 16.” Race” and then the link “Race Route.”

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In neer or engineer/architect on record exchange for the inflated contracts, for the Westfield, Tinton Falls and Sangiuliano allegedly gave kick- Scotch Plains-Fanwood school dis- backs to Disko in excess of $36,000 tricts. in 2009 and 2010. It is alleged that Also indicted was Westfield Disko also received more than School Business Administrator and $44,000 in kickbacks from a prior Board Secretary Robert Berman, 55, owner of Metropolitan who is now of South Plainfield; John deceased for contracts awarded to Sangiuliano, 56, of Scotch Plains, Metropolitan from 2001 to 2004. co-owner of Metropolitan Metal In bidding one contract in the Window Company; Martin W. Starr, Westfield schools, Disko allegedly Photo courtesy of Ben DeMarzo Paul Lachenauer for The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times NO CELL TOWER…Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, standing at microphone, and 44, of Cliffwood Beach, owner of told Sangiuliano he would include STAMPS GALORE...The Westfield Stamp Club held its 48th Annual Stamp Senator Tom Kean, Jr., both of Westfield, address the Westfield Town Council Starr Contracting; and Stephen M. the replacement of seven windows Show on March 5 in the Community Room of the Westfield Municipal Building. Tuesday night, during which they announced that T-Mobile’s proposal for a cell Gallagher, 50, of Cliffwood Beach, in the scope of work for the bidding The show featured stamps from around the state and offered a wide range of tower to be located at the National Guard Armory will not come to fruition. owner of East Commercial Construc- specifications, even though those philatelic items for sale. tion and Tara Construction. windows had been already replaced New Jersey Department of Crimi- by Sangiuliano. This allegedly en- nal Justice Director Stephen Taylor abled Sangiuliano to bid lower than Scotch Plains Cell Tower Fanwood Council Meeting said Disko was charged with sec- other contractors, knowing he CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ond-degree making false contract would not have to replace the win- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 and having a lot of forms that will be gressman Leonard Lance (R-7th). She payment claims for allegedly pre- dows. 2000 Hill Top Road. “I would like to “My testimony is that I have no accessible to you, that you can down- said she needs Mr. Lance’s voice on paring fraudulent quotes and esti- Sangiuliano was awarded the job. remark that this photograph is grossly knowledge of the exhibit,” Mr. Shidfar load. It will try to save people a stop the issue, as the borough is “in the mates in connection with school He allegedly also kept an additional inaccurately represented,” he said. stated. at borough hall.” process of voicing its deep concern.” district contracts, and directing con- $18,000 in “bid allowances” for un- “2000 Hilltop Road,” Mr. Mr. Graiff produced another docu- The mayor said budget talks have In separate business, as was dis- tractors to inflate quotes and esti- foreseen work that was approved D’Agostino stated, “is at least 150 ment from the 2009 application. “This begun with department heads and cussed last week, the council passed mates. by Disko as the architect/engineer feet from the vantage point where I is the radio frequency report that was that she “can safely say” the budget on second reading an ordinance that Authorities said Diskko allegedly of record, authorities charged, not- view this picture, unless the camera prepared for the Township of Scotch will fall within the 2-percent tax cap. amends certain fees collected in the submitted those quotes and esti- ing that Sangiuliano, in fact, did not was either zoomed, or the address is Plains in Union County for the Hill- Resident James O’Connor, a borough. In an effort to produce addi- mates to the three school districts perform any unforeseen or addi- inaccurate.” side Cemetery site, and the RF [radio former postman for 35 years, came tional revenue generators for the bor- and recommended approval of the tional work on the project. “As a matter of fact,” Mr. frequency] engineer was this fellow before the council to address the ough, the ordinance raises the fees fraudulently bid contracts in ex- It is further alleged that between D’Agostino continued, “if you look named Ben Shidfar,” he said. The potential closing of the Fanwood related to erecting signs, sheds and change for more than $80,000 in 2004 and 2008, Sangiuliano in- at the picture you can read the ad- document was then marked as an Post Office. He called it “very sad” fences. It will now cost $100 to dis- kickbacks from contractors. stalled free window glass and doors, dress on the house as 2003 Hill Top exhibit in the current application. to think of Fanwood with no post play a commercial sign in the bor- Berman was charged with sec- valued at over $13,000, in Berman’s Road… I would have to ask the board Mr. Shidfar continued to deny that office. He knows that the lease is up ough, $35 to erect a fence and $50 for ond-degree bribery for allegedly ac- home in exchange for Berman’s rec- to disregard this completely.” he had any knowledge of the map at the end of August, but said the each shed less than 100 square feet. cepting over $13,000 worth of win- ommendation of Metropolitan as Sparks continued to fly through from the 2009 application. closing has more to do with the Mayor Mahr honored the local dow glass and doors installed at his contractor of record for the the second half of the meeting when At the conclusion of Mr. Shidfar’s amount of mail routes in Fanwood. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Girl Scout, home by Metropolitan from 2004 Westfield School District. Mr. Shidfar resumed his testimony testimony, the meeting was ad- Nationwide, many offices with less Daisy and Brownie troops, as the coun- to 2008 in return for making writ- Starr was charged in connection on behalf of T-Mobile. Mr. Shidfar journed and scheduled to be contin- than nine mail routes are closing, in- cil proclaimed the current week “Girl ten recommendations that the with contracts worth approximately was met in debate by the board’s own ued in April. T-Mobile will present cluding Garwood’s. Fanwood has Scout Week.” Nationally, Girl Scouts Westfield Board of Education ap- $39,530 that were awarded to Starr hired RF engineer, Ronald E. Graiff its last witness on Wednesday, April eight. He said he knew the post office is celebrating its 99th anniversary. In point Metropolitan as the district’s Contracting by the Westfield and of New Fairfield, Conn. Mr. Graiff’s 13, and the objectors will present was losing money, but called it “one of the beginning of the meeting, the coun- “contractor of record.” Scotch Plains-Fanwood districts. testimony included a map of data their own planning expert on Thurs- the last great American institutions.” cil honored Board of Health mainstay “We allege that this engineer cor- Authorities said Starr allegedly pre- points collected during the drive-test day, April 14. Mayor Mahr said the council “is Phyllis Fischer as its volunteer of the rupted the contracting process in pared fictitious quotes in 2009 and of the antenna mounted on the Judy aware of the rumors” and told Mr. month. She has served on the board three school districts where he 2010 from legitimate contractors Lane utility tower. Woman Charged With O’Connor that “we are not going to sit since 2002. The council also passed worked, taking more than $80,000 without their permission and sub- “If that first [data point coordinate] by passively and watch anything like resolutions honoring Donna Dolce as in kickbacks from contractors who mitted them to Disko in order to said ‘74.5000’ could you translate Defrauding Partner that happen.” She said she has been in the first Fanwood appointment to the overcharged the districts for school appear to be the lowest bidder for that to degrees, minutes and sec- WESTFIELD – On February 16, a contact with the postmaster, property Union County Commission on Women repairs and renovations,” Attorney the contracts. onds?” asked Mr. Graiff. summons was issued to Westfield owner, the Newark office – with whom and Phyllis Mirabella on receiving the General Paula Dow said. “These Authorities also alleged that “Seventy-four would put you in resident Joanne Heller-Saunders in the final decision rests – and Con- Union County Women of Excellence defendants allegedly cheated the Gallagher helped Starr to obtain Afghanistan, actually,” Mr. Shidfar which she was charged with defraud- Award. taxpayers who fund these districts, those contracts in the Westfield and replied. “You want to be accurate? ing her partner, Abby Saunders, of Upcoming events include an an- as well as the students who might Scotch Plains-Fanwood districts by Fine. Let’s be accurate.” $19,000. tique show on April 3 and Easter Egg have benefited from the thousands preparing fraudulent and fictitious Mr. Graiff corrected himself and The summons alleges that Heller- Fanwood PD Hunt on April 16. Spring leaf pick-up of dollars that were misappropri- quotes and estimates for his own read off the map two more data Saunders, 50, stole the identity of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 is scheduled for March 28, and brush ated.” companies and submitting them to points. “Can you tell me which way Ms. Saunders, 40, and liquidated an an officer exposed to a number of pick-up will take place on two dates in “We charge that the business ad- Disko as higher bids than those sub- the vehicle was moving?” IRA at Merrill Lynch. The charges safety risks. “Every law enforcement April; April 4 for north-side residents ministrator for the Westfield School mitted by Starr. Also, in connection “I don’t know,” Mr. Shidfar re- are indictable offenses, and Heller- official knows that giving their mem- and April 11 for south-side residents. District accepted expensive home with other contracts that were plied. “Why don’t you tell me, since Saunders was released on her own bers extra safety equipment can make The mayor announced that on Satur- repairs, free of charge, from a com- awarded to Gallagher’s companies you’re good at this stuff?” recognizance pending trial. a difference,” he said. day, March 19, there will be a St. pany that he repeatedly recom- in the Westfield and Scotch Plains- “Well, you certainly knew where Based on the amount of money Mayor Mahr believes the Readi Patrick’s Party at Flannery’s Pub from mended for a lucrative appointment Fanwood districts, Gallagher alleg- Afghanistan was,” Mr. Graiff shot involved, the charges fall under a Mask will prove to be a valuable tool noon to 9 p.m. as the district’s contractor of edly inflated quotes and the cost of back, followed by a round of ap- third degree offense, the penalties of for the Fanwood Police Department, record,” Mr. Taylor said. “We will work performed. In return for the plause from the audience. which could include a jail term of stating, “It is of the utmost impor- not tolerate this type of illegal, self- inflated contracts, Gallagher alleg- “Let’s be professional,” Mr. Shidfar three to five years. tance to us that our force remains on Happy serving conduct by public officials.” edly gave cash kickbacks to Disko. said. In its July 15, 2004 edition, The the cutting edge when it comes to St. Patrick’s Day It is alleged that, in bidding on Division of Criminal Justice de- “Okay, Mr. Shidfar, stop,” inter- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Times re- safety. Any additional protection the contracts for the Westfield and tectives arrested Starr and Gallagher jected the board’s attorney, Vince ported that Joanne Heller and Abby borough can offer its police force is a Erin go Bragh Tinton Falls school districts, Wednesday morning. They were Loughlin. “You’re 50 percent of this; Saunders became the first Westfield win-win.” Sangiuliano, at Disko’s direction, held in the Union County jail with we’re going to go with questions and couple to file for Domestic Partner- knowingly prepared fraudulent bail set for each at $50,000. Disko, answers, not comments, not repar- ship at Town Hall. The couple, which quotes bearing the names of other Sangiuliano and Berman were tee.” filed for a civil union in 2007, cur- legitimate contractors, making the charged by complaint-summonses. Towards the end of the meeting, rently is separated pending dissolu- quotes higher than his own, authori- Second-degree charges carry a Mr. Graiff produced a map from T- tion of the civil union. Heller- ties said. Authorities said maximum sentence of 10 years in Mobile’s application to the board to Saunders is the former owner of Ebabe Sangiuliano submitted the quotes state prison and a criminal fine of build a monopole at Hillside Cem- and Edude Auctions. to Disko, who recommended that $150,000. etery in Scotch Plains dated Novem- Based on documents received by the contracts be awarded to According to authorites, the in- ber 2, 2009 and compared it with Mr. The Times, an investigation is on- Sangiuliano’s company, Metropoli- vestigation is ongoing. Shidfar’s drive-test data map. going. Anyone with further infor- “This case [from 2009] indicated mation can e-mail that there was coverage [in the area of [email protected]. Mary Ellen Lane and Christine Property Taxes Should Drop Circle]; this [current] case indicated that there wasn’t any coverage there,” Mr. Graiff pointed out. Along With Home Values “Can you explain why this [older] map shows continuous green (good) SCOTCH PLAINS – Is a property derstand that you must prove that coverage all the way to the southeast tax appeal right for you? your home’s assessed value is legally of where your map doesn’t show con- In the last five years, home values “unreasonable.” tinuous coverage?” Mr. Graiff asked in Union County have dropped dra- With a successful tax appeal, your Mr. Shidfar. matically. As the real estate market is lowered tax assessment will be set “I don’t know what point was made, depreciating, your property taxes have for the three years, which can amount and I’m a little concerned that this been increasing. to a considerable amount of savings. exhibit being used like this has had As a taxpayer, you have the right to The best way to succeed in appealing some kind of impact on this board to appeal your property tax assessment your taxes is to present your claim to make some type of point,” Mr. as a means to reduce your real estate the courts through expert tax and Edwards objected. Senate President Steve Sweeney tax obligations. As a taxpayer con- legal advisors with local knowledge. sidering an appeal, you should un- James M. Foerst is the principal of Save even more than before with Allstate. 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If paying by check mail to: P.O. Box 250 Westfield, New Jersey 07091. It’s Always Open 24 Hours! Or call 908.232.4407 for further assistance. Page 2 Thursday, March 10, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SP-F Shared Services Forum Peyton's Sweeney Guest Speaker Scheduled for Tonight In SP Peek at the Week At Shared Services Summit SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch Plains rums, on March 10, residents will By MANDY L. RUSSELL said. “The global economy is chang- In Politics Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mayor Nancy Malool and Fanwood have the opportunity to discuss those The Leader/Times ing and the problem is New Jersey Mayor Colleen Mahr are inviting resi- issues that are most important to them. By Paul Peyton of SCOTCH PLAINS — Union has never changed. The burdens are dents to a shared services forum to- “In these difficult economic times, Rutgers Professor Chosen plow and he subsequently notified his County held the eighth of its spon- still there, and the multiplicity of night, Thursday, March 10, at 7 p.m. we need to look at all cost-saving As Tiebreaker on Redistricting insurance company and reported the sored shared services summits last services that served the state so well in the board of education meeting measures. This study will thoroughly Rutgers public policy professor Alan fraudulent claim, authorities charged. Wednesday night in the new Acad- are far too expensive anymore.” room of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood evaluate all of the services provided Rosenthal has been appointed by state Chathams Super Will Retire If emy for Performing Arts Center on Mr. Sweeney encouraged Union School, located on Evergreen Avenue. by both towns. Although the 2011 Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Salary Caps Lawsuit Fails the Vocational-Technical Schools County to pull together to implement A shared services study was com- budget will not be impacted by the Rabner as the tie-breaking member of Chathams Superintendent of campus on Raritan Road. as many shared services as possible missioned to explore all shared service results of this study, I am hopeful that the reapportionment commission to Schools Jim O’Neill has said he will The summits are aimed at develop- to cut costs. opportunities between the neighboring there will be an opportunity to realize redraw the state’s 40 legislative dis- retire as of July 1 if his lawsuit against ing new programs to improve public “Union County does not want to be municipalities, including recommen- significant savings in future budgets,” tricts, nj.com has reported. the state challenging caps on super- services and cut costs. All 21 munici- left behind, but lead the pack. The dations on whether the two towns should Mayor Malool said. The March meet- Mr. Rosenthal was selected after the intendent salaries fails, according to palities in the county were repre- goal here tonight is to look at the share one or more departments or one ing is not a public hearing. No deci- five Democrats and five Republicans on a report on Recorder Newspapers sented at the event, including both value of shared services,” he said. or more municipal services, and, if so, sions will be made or voted on. the commission told the Chief Justice website, newjerseyhills.com. department heads and, for the first Some of the shared services Union the extent to which such a partnership “This should be an inclusive pro- that they had failed to reach an agree- Under Governor Chris Christie’s time, elected officials. County is involved in are snow re- would be mutually beneficial. cess that fully considers the senti- ment on a new legislative district map edict, Mr. O’Neill’s salary of Among those attending was moval, the Sheriff’s Labor Assistance At the initial forum in October, ments and perspectives of the entire based on the 2010 Census. $210,056 would be cut $45,000. Westfield Town Administrator Jim Program (S.L.A.P.), 9-1-1 emergency study methodology was outlined and Scotch Plains–Fanwood community. Middlesex Dem Chairman Turns Long Hill Superintendent Rene Gildea, Health Director Megan dispatch services, a print shop, com- questions regarding the results were After many years of excellent coop- Himself In to Face Bribery Charges Rovtar and the New Jersey Associa- Avallone, Councilmen David Haas and modity resale agreement, information clarified. At the second of two fo- eration between our two towns, we Middlesex County Democratic tion of School Administrators joined Keith Loughlin; Mountainside Borough technology, GIS services, and a new want to assure our residents and tax- Chairman Joseph Spicuzzo, the Mr. O’Neil in his challenge of the Administrator and Police Chief Jim countywide EMS service that will SPF Tea Party Host payers that we are reviewing all op- county’s longest serving sheriff, has salary caps. Debbie; Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy begin this spring based in Westfield. portunities to reduce municipal costs turned himself at State Police bar- Monmouth Workers Suspended Malool, Councilman Bo Vastine and “Our joint dispatch with Fanwood Forum on Health Care and save them some of their hard- racks to face bribery and official mis- For Calling In Sick to Attend Rally Township Administrator Chris Marion, will realize almost a quarter of a SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch earned tax dollars. The study commit- conduct charges, nj.com has reported. The Monmouth County Freehold- and Garwood Board of Education mem- million dollars in savings in just a Plains- Fanwood Tea Party will host a tee has been committed to this goal, The charges were brought forward by ers Board has suspended without pay ber Christine Guerriero. few years,” Mr. Devanney said. countywide meeting on “Health Care and we now look forward to hearing Attorney General Paul Dow. Spicuzzo three county bus drivers who were “This is the first workshop that in- “We (Gloucester County) are the Issues and Solutions Views” from U.S. from the public,” Mayor Mahr said. resigned as party chairman. part of a staged sickout, but instead cludes elected officials. There are over only county EMS service,” Senator Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7), and local A copy of the report is available at Mr. Spicuzzo also serves on the New attended an AFL-CIO rally support- 100 elected officials here tonight. I Sweeney explained, “and we took physician, Dr. Alieta Eck on Monday, www.scotchplainsnj.com. Jersey Sports and Exposition Author- ing unionized worker rights at the would say that’s a good start,” County the service to 24 towns in the system March 21, at 7 p.m. at the Scotch Hills ity board of which he was appointed in Trenton Statehouse. Manager George Devanney said. and decreased our emergency re- Country Cub, located at 820 Jerusa- Lance Votes to Repeal December 2009 by outgoing Governor The drivers are part of the county’s In keeping with the NCAA college sponse time to only five minutes and lem Road in Scotch Plains. Jon Corzine. He was previously ap- Senior Citizen Area Transportation pro- basketball tournament this month, the 50 seconds,” he added. The Congressman will also give 1099 Business Taxes pointed to the New Jersey Racing Com- gram. County officials said the sickout theme of last week’s event was Mr. Sweeney explained that there updates on the federal budget and WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. mission by Gov. Corzine. by 14 bus drivers impacted 174 devel- “March Madness.” were nine towns that were not in- deficit and general Washington, D.C. Rep. Leonard Lance (R-7th) has Ms. Dow alleged that Spicuzzo opmentally disabled adults that waited “In keeping with today’s March volved in the Gloucester EMS sys- issues. The meeting will be free of supported legislation eliminating solicited and accepted individual for buses that never arrived, The Atlan- Madness theme, I like to think of our tem, who were paying much more charge and open to the public and will IRS reporting requirements for small bribes of up to $25,000 from new tic Highlands Herald reported. The previous workshops as rounds in the money by not getting involved in this start promptly at 7 p.m. Refreshments businesses and property owners. The hires for investigator positions. He investigation is continuing. playoffs,” Freeholder Chairwoman shared service. “Our goal is not to put will be served. The Scotch Plains- bill, H.R. 4, known as “the Small allegedly took bribes totaling at least Bateman Pushes for Civil Service Deborah Scanlon said. pressure on local governments, but Fanwood Tea Party is sponsoring the Business Paperwork Mandate Elimi- $50,000. Reforms for Municipalities “You are the decision makers in your rather, show them the savings and let forum as a community service. nation Act of 2011,” passed the U.S. Roselle Mayor’s Arraignment on Senator Kip Bateman (R-16, communities and, with your leadership the people decide. If the people want The Tea Party is not a political party House by a vote of 314 to 112. H.R. Insurance Said Set for March 14 Somerset) has continued his push for and guidance, we can continue to make to save on taxes, they will know how but a political movement. It is loosely 4 would eliminate a requirement The arraignment hearing for civil service reforms that, he said, great progress,” Ms. Scanlon added. to vote,” Sen. Sweeney said. based on the Boston Tea Party of 1773 for companies and other entities to Roselle Mayor Garrett Smith on in- would reduce costs for municipali- The evening began with an hour of Mr. Sweeney said his home county in which American colonists rebelled file 1099 reports to the IRS for all surance fraud charges has been de- ties. meet-and-greet where exhibits were has been successful in merging school against the “Taxation Without Repre- goods and services transactions layed until Monday, March 14 before “[Last Friday’s AFL-CIO-led rally] viewed and handouts were discussed, districts to save the county $1.3 mil- sentation” of the King of England and valued at more than $600. The sec- state Superior Court Judge Stuart should be a wake-up call to Demo- and was followed by a press confer- lion annually, and has also taken the the English Parliament by dumping ond bill, approved last year as part Peim in Elizabeth following a re- crats to stop stonewalling and pass ence that gave an overview and al- savings and built schools for children tea into Boston Harbor. of the Small Business Lending Act, quest by the mayor’s attorney for a comprehensive civil service reform,” lowed time for remarks. The keynote with special needs. The initials T-E-A are used today to imposes similar requirements on one-week delay. Mayor Smith was Mr. Bateman said. “In these tough speaker for the evening was state “You can do a lot of great things for show that many current American citi- property owners. indicted by a Union County grand economic times, towns and cities Senate President Stephen Sweeney the community with the money you zens feel that they are “Taxed Enough H.R. 4 now must be reconciled jury January 26 on charges of insur- throughout New Jersey are struggling (D-3, Gloucester), following remarks save in other areas,” Sen. Sweeney said. Already” by the U.S. Government as with similar legislation passed by ance fraud and for filing a false police with the inflexibility of the current from Vo-Tech Schools Superinten- Union County Freeholder and well as state and local governments. the U.S. Senate last week. report. The allegations involve him civil service bureaucracy that makes dent Thomas Bistocchi, Freeholder shared services committee member leaving the scene of an accident De- it impossible to cut costs and balance Scanlon, and state Senator Ray Angel Estrada said he hopes to move cember 25 whereby he allegedly budgets without laying off employ- Lesniak (D-20, Elizabeth), with clos- things forward in getting towns in- struck a parked car after leaving a bar. ees, including police and firefighters. ing remarks by Mr. Devanney. volved in shared services. The Union County Prosecutor’s Civil service reform is not a cure-all, Mr. Sweeney congratulated Union “I think the times dictate that we Personal Injury Lawyer Office said the following day, De- but it certainly would help towns County for the shared services they have to all work together to achieve cember 26, Mayor Smith moved his lower their costs and allow many of were already involved in. He ex- a common goal,” Mr. Estrada said. Helping Accident Victims Every Day car onto the street during a blizzard, than these men and women to continue plained that with the newly imposed Sen. Sweeney ended the night and alleged his car was struck by a snow- serving their communities.” 2 percent caps on tax levies, it was his address to the room full of media making it tough for local officials to and elected officials by saying, coordinate their budgets. “Change is hard and a lot of people THE BRAMNICK “We are trying to control spending, just don’t like change, but we are in a and in doing so we are revamping the place and time where it has to hap- entire county,” Sen. Sweeney said. pen.” LAW FIRM Sen. Sweeney encouraged the county to create and partake in as many shared Kean: Dems Must Act services as they could to help eliminate costs and unnecessary salaries. 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Scutari Opposed to Allowing N.Y.C. Investment Firm Bids Towns to Install Cameras $5.2 Mil. for Charlie Brown’s TRENTON – Senator Nick Scutari is fundamentally unfair. By PAUL J. PEYTON Strike has locations in Manhattan (D-22, Linden) has expressed his “Let’s be honest, this program will Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and West Nyack, N.Y. opposition to legislation (A-1061) become just another revenue raiser MOUNTAINSIDE – CB Holding In past bankruptcy proceedings as approved by the Assembly Law and for cash-strapped municipalities des- Corp. is seeking bankruptcy court part of the case, the court approved Public Safety Committee on Monday perate for a cash infusion. The fine approval to sell the remaining 20 the sale of The Office Beer Bar and that would allow municipalities to would be just another hidden tax. Charlie Brown’s restaurants, includ- Grill restaurants locations, including install video cameras for the enforce- “If the focus is on safety, we should ing Scotch Plains and Millburn, to Westfield, Cranford and Summit, for ment of speeding and other motor make systemic changes to improve traf- New York City-based Praesidian $4.7 million to Morristown-based vehicle laws.The Senator issued the fic conditions on our roadways. But it’s Capital for $5.2 million, and the New Villa Enterprises, Ltd., in January. following statement: time we stopped turning to predatory England-based Bugaboo Creek The company operates The Black “While the bill sponsor may have programs that target taxpayers who Steakhouse chain for $3 million to Horse Tavern and The Black Horse the best of intentions, this legislation already put up enough of their hard- Landry’s Seafood House – North Pub in Mendham, Mackenzie’s Grille poses a number of serious problems. earned money to state and local gov- TO MERGE OR NOT TO MERGE...Connect New Jersey founders, Gina Genovese, Carolina, Inc., according to docu- and Ale House in Mendham, George “Using a device that automatically ernment,” Senator Scutari said. left, and Wendy McCahill, right, discuss how towns can merge to save money during ments available at & Martha’s American Grille in issues tickets to residents, regardless The senator is the prime sponsor of a forum held March 2 at Brunner Elementary School in Scotch Plains. cbholdinginfo.com. Morristown, Ristorante Il Forno in of the circumstances surrounding the legislation to repeal the pilot pro- The proposed Charlie Brown’s pur- Warren and Villa Café in Morristown alleged infraction or who is behind gram allowing red-light cameras to chase agreement list the purchaser as and Chatham. The company is best the wheel at the time of the violation, be used in New Jersey. Red Tape Panel Holds CB Restaurants, Inc., which the agree- known for its 300 casual and fast din- ment states is an “affiliate of Praesidian ing operations under the Villa’s Fresh Capital Opportunity Fund III-A LP.” Italian Kitchen, Green Leaf’s, Bananas Giblin, Stender Push for First Public Meeting Under the deal Praesidian could Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt, and South TRENTON – Lieutenant Governor “The first year of our administration’s reject the purchase of up to three of Philly Steaks & Fries brands. Kim Guadagno last week convened comprehensive regulatory reform ini- the 20 Charlie Brown’s locations due CB Holding was also seeking court Negotiations With Union the first public meeting of the ongoing tiatives yielded tremendous results,” Ms. to concerns over existing property approval this week on its sale of the TRENTON – The Assembly State contract can be agreed to between Red Tape Review Commission. The Guadagno added. “It’s a great first step leases, although they would be re- Bugaboo chain to Landry’s Seafood Government Committee has ad- both parties. panel is charged with providing over- – but only that, a first step. The ongoing quired to purchase the New York State House . Bugaboo has 12 locations in vanced a measure sponsored by As- “In 2009 we saw a cooperative sight over long-term “responsible re- Red Tape Review Commission will not restaurants, which are located in Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, sembly members Thomas Giblin (D- spirit at work that helped the state form of obsolete, redundant and oth- only continue this progress, but further Middletown and Fish Kill. Seven- Maine, New Hampshire and New 34, Clifton), Linda Stender (D-22, address an emerging fiscal crisis,” erwise ineffectual regulatory barriers spread the news far and wide that it’s a teen of the restaurants are located in York (Rochester and Poughkeepsie). Fanwood) and Wayne DeAngelo D- Asw. Stender said. “State employees that encumber job creation, economic new day in New Jersey, one defined by New Jersey along with one in Spring- Trimaran Capital Partners, the 14, Hamilton) calling on the Christie were willing to reopen their contract, growth and investment throughout an environment welcoming to business field, Pa. All competing bids, which present owner of all three restaurant administration to begin collective resulting in $200 million in savings New Jersey,” according to a press re- and amenable to investment.” must be at least $285,000 over operations, purchased Charlie Brown’s bargaining negotiations with union for the 2010 budget as 10 unpaid lease from the Governor’s office. Other members of the Commission Praesidian’s proposal, are due by and The Office Beer, Bar & Grill representatives. furlough days were negotiated and a The nine-member, bi-partisan include Senator Steven Oroho (R-24, Monday, March 28 with a sale hear- restaurants, which consisted of 54 res- “Collective bargaining has a long wage increase was deferred in order panel, chaired by the Lt. Governor, Sussex), Senator Brian Stack (D-33, ing scheduled for Tuesday, April 5. taurants, for $140 million from Castle and proud tradition in New Jersey,” to avoid layoffs, which also helped heard close to three hours of public Hudson), Assemblyman John According to its website, Praesidian Harlan in 2005 and the than 31 Buga- said Asm. Giblin, a labor union of- save jobs during a difficult economic testimony from public and private Burzichelli (D-3, Gloucester), Assem- provided $6.5 million of debt and boo Creek locations for $28 million in ficer with Local 68 Operating Engi- climate.” stakeholders representing a wide ar- blyman Scott Rumana (R-40, Passaic) equity in support of the 2007 acquisi- 2007. neers. Collective bargaining is the pro- ray of industries. This included mem- Franklin Township Mayor Brian tion of Eateries, Inc. by Cordova, CB Holding closed 29 Charlie “At a time when we’re seeing cess of negotiation between union bers from the academic sector, busi- Levine, Morristown-based attorney Smart & Williams, LLC, Waterview Brown’s and 18 Bugaboo Creek res- workers’ rights trampled in this coun- representatives and the employer to ness partnerships, building and real Edward Deutsch, Commerce and In- Capital and management in 2007. taurants this past November and filed try, it’s important that this process decide the terms and conditions of estate associations, and the healthcare dustry Association of New Jersey Eateries is the parent company of for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection remain a two-way street. The ad- employment of employees, includ- field, among others. President John Galandak, and former Garfield’s Restaurant & Pub, which in Delaware. ministration should begin engaging ing wages, hours of work, working The panel’s initial review of the Elizabeth councilman Tony Monteiro. operates in 23 states including Penn- in good faith at once to ensure fair- conditions and grievance procedures, New Jersey Register, which consists sylvania, and Garcia’s Mexican Res- Ferguson Gets Hearing ness in the workplace,” Mr. Giblin and certain benefits including health of adopted regulations and those pro- GOP Seeks Candidates taurant in Phoenix, Ariz. Former Seventh District Republi- added. care, in order to achieve contract re- posed for adoption by executive SUMMIT — The Summit Repub- The company also invested $11 can Rep. Mike Ferguson is getting a The bill (AR-145) urges the Ad- sults as reflected in a collective bar- branch departments, found that at the lican City Committee is seeking can- million of secured debt in 2009 in hearing today in front of the Senate ministration to immediately be- gaining agreement. end of 2008 the Register was com- didates for mayor, council-at-large, Lucky Strike Entertainment, LLC, Judiciary Committee a year after he gin negotiating in good faith with The measure was released by the prised of 7,020 pages of regulations. and first and second wards for the operator of upscale bowling lounges was nominated by Governor Chris union representatives of state Assembly State Government Com- At the close of 2010, it had been June Primary Election and the No- in major cities in 13 states, Washing- Christie as a commissioner on employees so a timely and fair mittee by a vote of 3-0-2. reduced to 3,012 pages. vember General Election. ton, D.C., and Canada. 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(The Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association • Fanwood Business & Professional Association disappointment with the coverage of the Westfield girls’ team also did not have an with four definitions – only one is correct. SPF High School Boys’ swim team State article of their victory). Again, other sports The others are made up. Are you sharp Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Rahway, New Jersey Championship. While the article written were covered instead. enough to discern this deception of dic- P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West P. O. Box 368 by J.B. Raymond was well written and Additionally, while certainly not in- tion? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 truly did reflect the significance of the tentional, Mike Pesin, a senior and co- If you can guess one correctly – good guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 event, our entire family was very upset to captain of the SPF boys’ team, was the see the article located at the corner of the only senior omitted when discussing vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at third [sports] page. Winning the state swimmers that will be missed next year. you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 free time! championship was a historical event —it While not a superstar, he was a signifi- All words and correct definitions Published every Thursday by Watchung Communications, Inc. was the FIRST TIME the boy’s team had cant contributor to the team, swam well in come from the board game Diction ever taken home the state trophy!! As a all the championship meets, and did an Deception. Paul Peyton Horace R. Corbin Jeff Gruman Scotch Plains AND Westfield paper, we excellent job as co-captain. ASSIGNMENT EDITOR PUBLISHER SALES MANAGER believe The Times should have recog- Our family subscribes to this paper in Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo nized the significance and placed the order to enjoy coverage of local events — 1. Platyhieric – Having a flat or broad COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING PRODUCTION article prominently alongside the sporting and otherwise. It is disappoint- sacrum Betsey Burgdorf Ben Corbin Robert P. Connelly Westfield girls’ article rather than being ing that coverage is often heavily slanted 2. Haematophilina – Blood-sucking EDUCATION & ARTS SERVICES BUSINESS OPERATIONS buried in the middle of the paper. We also toward the Westfield readers, and it’s vampire bats feel that as state champions, both the SPF clear that the SPF boys’ swim team cov- 3. Hakeem – A Moslem doctor boys and Westfield girls, deserve photos erage is no exception. (The Westfield 4. Bekah – One half a shekel SUBSCRIPTION PRICE www.goleader.com/subscribe of the team or of some of their swimmers. boys swim team received a long “letter” MECONOPHAGIST One-year – $33 • Two-year – $62 • Three-year – $90 Instead, there were articles and photos of and personal recognition even though 1. An opium eater regular season sporting events. their season ended several weeks ago.) 2. A sleepwalker Last week we were also very disap- When the Westfield boys won the state 3. A person who talks in his sleep pointed. On Tuesday, February 22, the title, which they have done many times in 4. A speed reader Term Limits, 28 Years? SPF boys WON the state semifinal meet the past, articles and photos of their vic- HEPATOLITHIASIS against Mountain Lakes. This was ex- tories have been appropriately displayed 1. A tearing in pieces traordinarily significant as the boys lost on the front page of the sports section. We 2. Savageness of manner; fierceness to the same team last season by ONE feel that when the Scotch Plains boys’ 3. Gallstones Is That Long Enough Mayor Bob? POINT. This year they had to face the team won the same title for the first time 4. A flattened state or condition same team in order to reach the state final in school history that they should at the INTEGUMENT The case for term limits in this state may have taken joke about being the longest continuously elected for the second time in the boys’ team very least receive the same recognition. 1. An outer covering of a body or plant a giant leap forward this week as former Middlesex municipal official in Union County. The good-na- history. They did win the meet (obvi- Janice Baker, Jeff, Michael and 2. The lower world; Hades County Sheriff Joseph Spicuzzo (for 30 years) turned tured ‘Mayor Bob,’ as many of his admirers referred ously) and did so by swimming extremely Daniel Pesin 3. The rotten heart or body of a tree well. While there was a nice article about Scotch Plains 4. Burial; interment himself into the State Police for corruption arrest, to him, was quick to point out though that then the meet in the Star Ledger, there was not PANSOPHY thus thwarting the impending disgrace of being cuffed Linden Mayor John Gregorio would have had the 1. A loud outcry of blame or rebuke in public. According to published reports, Spicuzzo distinction had he not been convicted and sent to jail 2. Universal wisdom or knowledge is accused with selling jobs and promotions at the in the late 1980s for corruption. Gregorio only served Resident Asks if Fee for ‘American In 3. Abundance sheriff’s office for amounts as high as $25,000. two years in the ‘pen’ because then Gov. Thomas H. 4. An enduring conflict Spicuzzo resigned Monday as chairman of the Kean gave him a pardon in 1990 during his last few Bloom’ Is Best Way to Plant Flowers More letters on pages 5, 16, 17 Democratic Party of Middlesex County as a result, days in office upon request from Sen. Lesniak. How does the Downtown Westfield dozen categories in the contest. With the but he still holds on as commissioner at the New Gregorio was reelected upon release from jail. Corporation (DWC) enhance the reputa- number of towns competing and the num- tion of P.T. Barnum? Because it is living ber of categories involved, a town with a More Letters Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority – appointed in A few weeks before his death, Mayor Bob called proof that “There’s one born every display of dead dandelions might win the December 2009 by then Gov. Jon Corzine. Is it a one Saturday morning and said, “I’ve been giving minute.” Out of the thousands of munici- ingenuity award. on Page 16 coincidence that Tuesday the State Senate finally this a lot of thought. The only way to solve the palities in the United States, 28 competed Let’s take the money being spent on an agreed to review Governor Christie’s appointment to political corruption problem in this state is to have in the “America In Bloom” contest in absurd contest and put it directly into Church Collects 1,200 the Sports Authority (after being held up for a year by term limits. I know you must think this is funny 2010. Six of them gained sanity and de- blooms. clined to pay the $1,099 entrance fee for Has anyone asked Dave Williams to Items for Food Pantry Senator Ray Lesniak of Elizabeth)? The outdated coming from me.” 2011, but not Westfield. donate his obvious talents to direct the Redeemer Lutheran Church and School twaddle called Senatorial courtesy holds up appoint- Term limits? – After what period of time would be At a time when fiscal responsibility is effort? Has anyone approached the Gar- and its own Anchor of Hope Prayer Walk ments in this state. Gov. Christie has nominated appropriate Mayor Bob? As example, the name the north star of government, when the den Club to help? How about inviting the Team wish to thank everyone from former Congressman Mike Ferguson for the post. Lesniak keeps coming up. He’s been in the State town decimates the police and fire de- Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts to create a Westfield and the surrounding communi- As mayor of Mountainside for 22 years, Bob Legislature for 33 years, and as a Senator for the last partments, and when the department of project for their members? ties who made donations of canned goods public works has all it can do to keep up Why is it necessary to join an insignifi- for the Westfield Food Pantry. We col- Viglianti, who passed away in October, 2009, used to 28 years. Is that long enough Mayor Bob? with basic maintenance, the DWC blithely cant dwindling minority of towns in a lected over 1,200 canned and packaged wastes money on a contest which can do contest of self-glorification? Must food items. nothing but cost more money and sate the Westfield suffer the expenditure of more We also wish to send a heartfelt thank Governor Chris Christie Summarizes egos of those who need a trophy to justify money to ensconce another plastic award you to Shoprite and manager Joe Barbato their existence. like the expensive absurdity adorning the for all the help given during this special New Jersey State Budget Proposal I have no doubt that the DWC should building at Elm and Broad? drive, which was done in conjunction beautify the business district. I can’t help How about the mayor and council tell- with the Can Can Sale in January. God Two weeks ago, I delivered my pro- budget: Prescription Assistance Programs with- but ask how many flowers could be bought ing their appointee to get out of the com- bless your generosity! posed Fiscal Year 2012 budget to a joint -Increases education aid to every school out increases in co-pays or eligibility – for the $1,099 entrance fee. What about petition and use the money to plant flow- Anchor of Hope Mission Statement: session of the State Legislature, and while district in New Jersey by a total of $250 keeping it one of the most generous such the cost of housing and entertaining the ers. “Sharing hope and anchoring the com- times remain tough here in New Jersey, million; benefit programs in the nation; “judges” when they arrive to consider munity through the power of prayer.” we have reason to be hopeful. I believe -Provides $200 million in job-creat- -Allocates $20.4 million to help the A. John Blake whether Westfield, one of 22 towns, Westfield Jane Basuino our budget reflects that renewed hope. ing, strategic tax cuts that are responsible developmentally disabled lead richer, should be the winner of one of the half-a- Our proposed budget cuts real spend- and sustainable; happier lives through new community Westfield ing for a second consecutive year (a 2.6 -Doubles funding for the Homestead placement and services, and funds day percent cut from the current fiscal year), Rebate to provide direct property tax programs and other services; similarly, On Closer Review, Savings on SPF-PTA Urge Public’s includes $200 million in focused tax cuts, relief in the form of a property tax credit the budget continues and expands fund- provides additional property tax relief, under the newly named Homestead Ben- ing for the requirement that the state UCUA/Covanta Deal Do Not Add Up Help With R/M House increases school aid and funds a reformed efit program; expand the number of residential and The Scotch Plains Fanwood Commu- state pension system, while preserving or -Protects municipal aid and keeps fund- community settings for New Jersey’s One thing about the UCUA/Covanta 3, I contacted the UCUA and the same nity Wide Charity Project, sponsored by increasing funding to protect our state’s ing at fiscal year 2011 levels to help mentally ill; deal does not make sense to me. How do three individuals laying out my suspicion the PTA Council, is currently coordinat- most vulnerable citizens. towns meet the new 2 percent property -Preserves the current level of support you take a $230-million debt, add $5 to that the cost savings of this project have ing a collection of goods to be used at the Just as importantly, the proposed Fis- tax cap (while decreasing by 10 percent for higher education, after years of cuts, $10 million to it, restructure the terms to been misrepresented and the $302 mil- Ronald McDonald House in New cal Year 2012 budget hits the reset button the category of Special Transitional Aid while increasing student aid programs by pay it off over 35 years instead of 12 lion nominal gain ($24 million of which Brunswick. Collected items replenish on the state budgeting process and starts to cities, in keeping with my pledge to $20 million and providing $15 million years, and wind up saving $140 million in would only benefit Rahway) would re- those used by families residing at the with the refreshing assumption that bud- end cities’ reliance on the aid as they for capital improvements at community total? ally be a $28 million nominal loss when home while a child is receiving care at a geting and spending must be reality-based adopt best-practices budgeting to improve colleges; On February 27, 2011 I contacted by e- the debt payments for the years 2024 nearby hospital. Donations can be dropped and zero-based. The “New Normal,” as I fiscal and management reforms); and -Provides resources to keep 4,300 low- mail the three presenters of the project through 2045 are considered. I have not off at any SPF district school, the Scotch referred to it in my speech, means devel- -Increases and secures New Jersey income citizens in their homes and apart- (Jonathan Williams of DeCotiis, Dennis as yet received a response. Plains Library or the Fanwood Memorial oping a bottom-up approach – establish- hospital funding by a total of $20 million, ments, including $25 million from the Enright of NW Financial, and Steven John Bury Library by March 18. ing priorities and funding them based on and increases funding for student finan- New Jersey Affordable Housing Agency Gabel of Gabel Associates) requesting Kenilworth Items currently needed include snack revenue that is actually available and cial aid by the same amount. Trust Fund and $9 million from the Hous- details on the debt restructuring. On March and packaged food items as well as house- predictable versus the old approach of -Fulfills the statutory commitment to ing and Mortgage Finance Agency; and hold products. For a complete list please assuming every line item and program make a $506-million payment to a re- -Avoids an increase in NJ Transit fares Parade for WHS Girls Swimmers see the collection boxes, visit www.rmh- will automatically be funded at the same formed state pension fund, representing and expands bus service to select growth cnj.org/documents/Wish-List- or higher level than prior years. the first funding to the defined benefit markets. NewBrunswick.pdf. or contact Jeanne I wanted to share a few clips from the plans since fiscal year 2009; After years of misguided priorities and Commemorates ‘Remarkable’ Season Cleary at [email protected]. address with you. You can find it here: Our budget takes all possible steps to fiscal neglect from both political parties, We would like to thank our mayor even parents of alumni swimmers! We Thank you in advance for your support Here is a link to the entire budget maintain the safety net for New Jersey’s we have a long road to get our state back Andy Skibitsky, our town administrator were a huge presence of awe and support of this important project. address on the website - www.state.nj.us/ most vulnerable and at-need individuals on track. But I feel like we’re on the right Jim Gildea, and our board of education, for our team and were witness to new Jeanne Cleary governor/news/videos/2010/approved/ and families. From prescription drug aid path with a budget that fulfills our com- specifically Ginny Leiz and Julia Walker, school records being set, personal bests Scotch Plains PTA 20110222.html. for seniors to helping low-income tenants mitment to the people of New Jersey to our police and fire departments, and res- and top times! The victory parade through A budget defines our governing priori- stay in their homes, our budget: make the tough, right choices that we’ve cue squad for helping to make the WHS town was an experience that the girls will SP Rescue Squad ties, and I feel that our proposed budget -Preserves critical spending and fully avoided for far too long. Girls Swim Team state championship never forget – the horns blowing, people clearly outlines a commitment to fiscal funds the fiscal year 2011 increases to the Chris Christie victory celebration parade a very memo- cheering downtown, the town pride of Auxiliary Photo discipline while protecting our most vul- Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged Governor of New Jersey rable experience for our girls, their bringing another state victory to WHS Regarding the photograph and caption nerable. Among those priorities in the and Disabled (PAAD) and Senior Gold coaches, their parents, and for the Town could be seen and felt by all! of the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad Pan- of Westfield! The girls had a remarkable We always knew that Westfield was a cake Breakfast, Sunday the 27, it says season led by coaches Jeff Knight, Mike special town of pride and care of our Jennifer Speth, president. I want to clarify Schwebel and Corinne Kelly and last youth, but when these traditions come that I, Jennifer Speth, am president of the Sunday’s victory at The College of New alive, it makes you step back and take it Auxiliary, very different from the actual Jersey demonstrated that the girls were all in, realizing how fortunate we really Rescue Squad. ready to compete and bring the state title are to live in a town that cares so much Just thought I would let you know. to Westfield once again. The girls swam about celebrating the hard work and dedi- Thank you for the photograph. We can with such heart, passion and team spirit cation of our students. Thank you again to use all the publicity we can get to get new and the Westfield spectators provided a all who made the day unforgettable! members. bundle of cheers and support for the girls, a group that included parents, teachers, Chris and Matt Kaveney , Giselle Jennifer Speth our mayor, our athletic director Sandy Rose, and Kristy and David Bangs President Scotch Plains Rescue Mamary, students, our boys team and Westfield Squad Auxiliary Freeholders Giving Themselves and County Employees Free Lifetime Health Care; You, the Taxpayer Live With It In Freeholder Chairwoman Scanlon’s was that two employees retired with this health care for life included. The county reorganization speech titled “The Right free lifetime benefit so maybe it was for proclaimed they saved $9 million. When Priorities” (a copy can be found on the a nice farewell bonus to those special the state reviewed it, they said the county county website) she stated, “I am clearly two. This was also an illegal vote. At least actually cost the taxpayers $10 million. family oriented and for many, our family two freeholders have multiple relatives This appears to be another financial blun- and children remain a foundation of sup- on the payroll. So they voted to give their der, one that the taxpayers will have to foot port.” This appeared to be a feel-good relatives this largesse. That is a conflict of the bill. That’s what they gave us for our initiative for the county until we found interest. But the illegality didn’t phase lifetime. We should get rid of them all. that she actually meant she is oriented any of them in the least. Plus they have Bruce Paterson toward just the families of the county this planned that the health cost is actu- Garwood employees. ally allowed outside the mandated 2 per- At the freeholder meeting of February cent cap on the budget so the taxpayers 10, an ordinance was introduced to give aren’t getting any relief in that direction. Union County Freeholders 650 county employees and their family’s The county administration noted that 10 Elizabethtown Plaza free health care for life. No co-pay, no the free lifetime health benefit is due to Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207 deduction, totally free. And we certainly the employees having received no raise (908) 527-4000 know who will be paying for that extrava- for three years. In the past three years the George Devanney, Mgr. Your State Legislators gance. This was to say the least very freeholders proudly proclaimed that they [email protected] ---LD-21------LD-22--- LD-21 includes Westfield, Mountainside, disconcerting for us beleaguered taxpay- were holding the line on personnel costs. Sebastian D’Elia, Public Info. Sen. Thomas Kean, Jr. (R) Sen. Nicholas Scutari (D) Garwood, Summit and Cranford. ers. However, despite this, the county budget (908) 527-4419 425 North Ave. E. 1514 E. Saint Georges Ave. At the next freeholder meeting on Feb- still went up 18 percent or $38 million, [email protected] Westfield, N.J. 07090 Linden, N.J. 07036 LD-22 includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, ruary 24 under threat of being thrown out which to me is still a fiscal failure. Some- of the meeting, I stood up at the micro- how they just don’t understand that in the Deborah Scanlon, Bd. Chair (908) 232-3673 (908) 587-0404 Plainfield, Clark and Linden. [email protected] Asm. Jon Bramnick (R) Asw. Linda Stender (D) phone and told them this was wrong on all private sector many people haven’t re- 251 North Ave. West 1801 East Second St. E-mail sorts of levels. In the previous meeting ceived raises for years, had to pay up to 50 Westfield, N.J. 07090 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 [email protected] when asked what this would cost the percent to 100 percent of their health Deadlines (908) 232-2073 (908) 668-1900 [email protected] taxpayers, they had no idea. In the second insurance costs, even got laid off and paid General News - Friday 4pm Asm. Nancy Munoz (R) Asm. Jerry Green (D) [email protected] meeting they still had no idea. Yet the into COBRA that only lasts six months. Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm 57 Union Place, Suite 310 17 Watchung Ave. [email protected] freeholders all voted unanimously to give Their munificence is out of place in this Classifieds - Tuesday 12pm Summit, N.J. 07901 Plainfield, N.J. 07060 [email protected] 650 county employees free health care economy. Ad Reservation - Friday 4pm (908) 918-0414 (908) 561-5757 [email protected] for life. We wanted to know just what the One last point is that the last time Ad Submittal - Monday 12pm rush was since they voted without know- something similar happened was three 7th Congressional District For more information, see ing the cost. years ago when they gave about 150 www.goleader.com/help Representative Leonard Lance, 425 North Avenue E., Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 518-7733 Immediately after the vote the rumor employees early retirement with free A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 10, 2011 Page 5

www.westfieldareachamber.com I Almost Didn’t Join The Westfield Area Chamber Of Commerce By Peggy A. Rothbaum mean in ways that I never anticipated. I WACC Vice Chairman volunteer for projects and committees, I’m serious. I almost didn’t join the which allow me to use my professional Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce skills in exciting new settings. For ex- (WACC). In fact, I said “No” three times ample, I now write for additional audi- first. As a psychologist and writer, I just ences and apply my research skills to Photo courtesy of Karen Karnofsky FLOODING IN THE REGION…The sewer adjacent to the crosswalk at High- didn’t see the relevance of the Chamber strategic planning and public relations. I land Avenue/Sinclair Place in Westfield overflowed following unusually heavy for me. I finally went to an event because have met people from many different rains this week. In the past, area residents opposed the crosswalk placement at this I was invited, repeatedly, by the persis- professions, with whom I now have op- location. One objection was its potential for pooling. tent host. It was standing-room only. The portunities to collaborate. I have always people were incredibly friendly and in- enjoyed clinical and research teamwork. teresting. Being with such a variety of Now I enjoy it in the community. Sen. Menendez Calls for Continuing community professionals was a new ex- I love learning about how communi- perience for me. The annual fee to join ties function and how problems get re- Photo courtesy of Jeff Solomon Pell Grant Spending for Education the WACC is relatively inexpensive, so I solved with an eye toward the greater TURKEY TROTT...Last Friday morning, this turkey was spotted in downtown allowed myself to be persuaded to join. good. Co-chairing the non-profit com- Westfield running ing East Broad Street, then crossing the street between Vicky’s An estimated 18,000 Union County year. The amount awarded depends on After all, what did I have to lose besides mittee lets me apply some of my most Diner and Bovellas Patry Shoppe. college students will see education grants need, tuition costs as well as current aca- a little money? cherished values to benefit the commu- disappear under the budget proposed by demic status. While President Obama’s It turns out that being part of the WACC nity. A March 30 WACC event promises ‘A Dearth of Public Spirit’ Today Is Washington Republicans. A total of budget keeps the maximum award at is all about what I have to gain. And I to kick off an exciting initiative bringing 183,000 promising students will see $115 $5,550, the Republican budget slashes together area non-profits and businesses What Ails Our Great Country million in Pell Grants disappear under the the award by $845 – an 11 percent cut – Fanwood-Scotch Plains to explore and share mutual interests. Republicans’ proposal. Union, and then continues to cut Pell grants by There is more good will and generosity of The word patriotism as in what is good sional budget office, will cost $5,048 Middlesex, and Essex counties will see $56 billion over the next 10 years. Mayor Tells of Shared spirit in our communities than I ever for our country is rarely heard today. over the next 10 years! the highest number of students affected, Officials at the Hudson County Com- realized. President Kennedy in his inaugural And so the wars in Iraq and Afghani- with an estimated 18,000, 16,500, and munity College, where I met with stu- Don’t get me wrong, the WACC is not address famously proclaimed, “Ask not stan, the federal stimulus program, the 15,500 students affected respectively. dents, said that while 80 percent of the Services Forum Tonight what your country can do for you; ask various federal bailouts, and Medicare We regret that a press release submit- without our challenges. We have been I give Republicans an “F” for slashing student body is on financial aid, delin- working hard, and continue to work hard, what you can do for your country.” The Part D for prescription drugs are not college Pell grants for low- and middle- quency in student payment is up more ted in a timely manner was inadvertently English poet John Dunne wrote, “No man funded by tax receipts at a cost in the omitted from last week’s Scotch Plains- to revitalize our Chamber. That has been class families at a time when families are than 180 percent. Enrollment this year an exciting process as well. And let’s not is an island entire unto itself.” trillions of dollars! facing record unemployment and debt has remained flat, but students are taking Fanwood Times. Therefore, I want to Each of us has a civic responsibility to I wonder if the Sixteenth Amendment personally extend an invitation to the forget that I have a business to grow and levels. Education opens doors but Re- fewer hours because of difficulty secur- develop just like every other WACC sacrifice to help our country. We did so to the United States Constitution, permit- publicans have slammed shut that door ing their financing. community to attend the second forum on during the First World War and Second ting Congress to levy an income tax, the Fanwood – Scotch Plains Shared Ser- member. Learning new skills and meet- for thousands of New Jersey college stu- Key Facts: ing new people is certainly an avenue to World War when we volunteered for would have been ratified in today’s po- dents. By limiting the resources available The average in-state tuition and fees vices report to be hosted by myself and military service, bought war bonds, and litical climate. Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy Malool to- let other professionals get to know me so for higher education, they are putting a for N.J. public colleges has increased by that I can expand my business. accepted rationing. George Washington, after Congress break on New Jersey’s future competi- 66 percent over the past decade. During night (Thursday, March 10) beginning at Need I refer to the American compa- appointed him commander of the Conti- 7 p.m. at the Board of Education offices Last, but certainly not least, the WACC tiveness. the same time, average tuition in private is a lot of fun. Being involved in the nies, which make their products abroad nental Army, was so discouraged by the Pell Grants are awarded to undergradu- schools in N.J. increased by almost 75 located behind Evergreen School. The rather than in the United States? It may be lack of patriotism he saw in the Continen- report itself can be found by going to WACC is a great way to get a break ate students from low- and middle-class percent to more than $27,000 for this during the workday, relax after work, good business, but it is not patriotic. tal Army that he thought he had made a families in amounts up to $5,550 per school year. The average debt for stu- www.scotchplainsnj.com/shared-ser- Who is willing to pay more taxes to mistake accepting command. “Such a vices/index.html. have some laughs, and socialize with dents attending N.J. colleges and univer- interesting people. The breakfast tasting solve the serious problems our country dearth of public spirit, and want of virtue, Obamacare Cartoon sities is more than $23,000 with almost This second public forum is an oppor- and our state face? Name the tax attorney and stock jobbing, and fertility in all the tunity for your elected officials to hear at Turning Point on February 28 boasted two-thirds of all students holding debt. a huge turnout and yummy food. or the accountant not trying to figure out low arts to obtain advantage of one kind Perplexes Reader Nearly half of all college-ready students your thoughts, concerns and comments how to help his or her client pay little if or another, I never saw before and pray I didn’t understand the cartoon on the as they relate to shared services in your Please join us at our next event, which in families with incomes under $50,000 promises to be lovely. It will be at the any taxes. It is political suicide for a God I may never be witness to again.” op-ed page of The Leader’s March 3, cannot go to a four-year college because community. Current pressures to stream- politician to suggest raising taxes. In- “A dearth of public spirit” is precisely 2011, edition, but I do admit that the line local budgets, which comprise 20 beautiful James Ward Mansion from 6 to cost is too much of a barrier. 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 24. The event stead the Congress and the President agree what today ails our great country. drawing of the person labeled “N.J. Doc- The data by county is: county, students percent of your tax bill, and mandates to to extend the “Bush tax cuts” which, tors” holding a piece of paper labeled live within a 2 percent tax cap, require will feature delicious food and an inter- Stephen Schoeman affected: esting speaker. Hope to see you there! according to the non-partisan Congres- “Obamacare Lifetime Benies” intrigued Atlantic, 10,500; Bergen, 15,500; creative input from every available source. Westfield me. I am not familiar with what “lifetime Burlington, 8,000; Camden, 10,000; Cape Fanwood is committed to reducing local benies” are afforded the medical commu- May, 1,500; Cumberland, 2,500; Essex, government to deal with the extra finan- nity from the recent health care reform 15,500; Gloucester, 6,000; Hudson, cial burdens and we welcome your opin- legislation, but I am aware that this law 12,000; Hunterdon, 2,000; Mercer, 8,000; ion, comments and suggestions. allows dependents under the age of 26 to Middlesex, 16,500; Monmouth, 11,500; I am committed to continuing to exer- remain on their parents’ health insurance, Morris, 8,000; Ocean, 9,000; Passaic, cise a shared services approach in order MORTGAGE prevents insurance companies from with- 10,000; Salem, 1,000; Somerset, 5,000; to bring immediate relief to our residents, holding insurance from patients with pre- Sussex, 5,000; Union, 18,000; Warren, please join me in this effort by attending existing conditions, lifts lifetime benefits 3,500; TOTAL, 185,000 (estimated). tonight’s meeting. limits which might otherwise cause a U.S. Senator Robert Menendez Colleen Mahr patient to go bankrupt or end needed Mayor of Fanwood EXPERTS treatments, and provides other protec- tions to consumers of health care in this Use Someone Personal This Year For Your Taxes country. 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June 25, 1950 to January 31, 1955 Wednesday, February 16, Joanne Heller- Sunday, March 6, Darren Henderson, 22, Plains-Fanwood American Legion Saunders, 50, of Westfield was arrested and of Watchung was arrested and charged with Post No. 209 has launched its 2011 (Korean War); February 28, 1961 to charged with fraud. She was processed and driving while intoxicated (DWI) after a motor membership drive. With 2.5 million May 7, 1975 (Vietnam War); August released on her own recognizance pending a vehicle stop on Westfield Avenue, at which members nationwide, the American 24, 1982 to July 31, 1984 (Lebanon/ court date. time the officer smelled the odor of alcohol. Legion is the largest organization of Granada); December 20, 1989 to Saturday, February 26, Merih Yavuz, 25, According to police, after failing multiple January 31, 1990 (Panama) and Au- of Westfield was arrested after turning him- field sobriety tests, Henderson was placed American military veterans. self in at Westfield police headquarters on a under arrest, transported to police headquar- The American Legion was founded gust 2, 1990 to today (Gulf War/War Cranford warrant. He was released after post- ters, processed and released. on four pillars: Veterans Affairs and on Terrorism.) ing $89 bail. Sunday, March 6, Andrew Sanderson, 37, Rehabilitation; National Security; Anyone who is interested in join- Tuesday, March 1, Ulysses Gonzalez, 22, of Avenel was arrested and charged with DWI Americanism, and Children and ing American Legion Post No. 209 is of North Plainfield was arrested on the 400 after a motor vehicle stop on Lake Avenue, at asked to call Kevin Burns, member- block of East South Avenue and charged which time the officer smelled the odor of Youth. Additional information on the with hindering apprehension for allegedly alcohol. According to police, after failing American Legion, its principles and ship chairman, at (908) 322-9845. falsely identifying himself. He also was multiple field sobriety tests, Sanderson was its programs, is available on its wanted on two outstanding warrants from placed under arrest, transported to police head- DISTINGUISHED SERVICE…Westfield American Legion Police Officer of the Cranford and Newark. Gonzalez was pro- quarters, processed and released. website, legion.org. Parade Committee Year Award recipients are honored during a special program March 2. Pictured, American Legion Post No. 209 is cessed and held on $2,000 bail. Monday, March 7, John Lapierre, 31, of Announces Meeting left to right, are: Officer John Tango (Community Service); Officer Steven Tuesday, March 1, Randy Conway, 34, of South Plainfield was arrested in Hillside by based at its post home, located at 237 Martinez (Valor); Officer Marcin Kapka (Valor); Firefighter Louis Cerchio Newark was arrested on the 40 block of the Scotch Plains Police Department and Park Avenue in Scotch Plains, and WESTFIELD – The Westfield (Westfield Fire Department Firefighter of the Year Award Recipient-Valor); Cardinal Drive on three outstanding war- charged with attempted burglary and criminal consists of 240 men and women. The Memorial Day Parade Committee Post Commander William Maines and Post Trustee Patrick Tighe. rants from Newark, East Orange and Jersey mischief for the attempted burglary to a resi- post is involved in the following ac- invites everyone interested in partici- City. He was processed and released after dence on Coles Avenue that was reported to tivities: advocacy of veterans’ rights pating in this year’s parade to come to posting bail. police on February 23. Lapierre was trans- Historical Society to Show Tuesday, March 1, a burglary was reported to police headquarters, processed and and benefits; assistance to disabled a planning meeting at 8 p.m. on Mon- ported at a home in the area of Carol Road transported to the Union County jail in lieu of and needy veterans and their fami- day, March 21, upstairs at American and Davis Court. The victim stated that he bail that was set at $50,000. Lapierre was lies; visits to veterans’ hospitals; pro- Legion Martin Wallberg Post No. 3. returned home, entered through his front scheduled to appear in Union County Supe- motion of veterans’ memorials and The post home is located at 1003 Civil War Movie Glory door and saw somebody run out the side rior Court yesterday, March 9. observances; support of deployed North Avenue, West, in Westfield. WESTFIELD – In continued ob- Army’s first African-American sol- entrance of the home. Patrol units responded According to police, Lapierre became a dier regiments. Starring Matthew to the scene but were unable to locate the suspect in the attempted burglary several days military service members; contribu- Organizations interested in march- servation of the 150th anniversary suspect. The matter is under investigation. earlier when physical evidence recovered at tions to local charitable endeavors; ing in this year’s tribute should have a of the Civil War, the Westfield His- Broderick as Colonel Shaw, Glory Wednesday, March 2, while investigating the scene was linked to a burglary in Hillside. presentation of patriotic and histori- representative attend this meeting. Par- torical Society will show the movie also features Denzel Washington and a motor vehicle accident where an individual Lapierre allegedly attempted to gain entrance cal projects in the schools, and spon- ticipation in the parade also can include Glory on Friday, March 25, begin- Morgan Freeman in key roles. had fled the scene in a vehicle, police ar- to the residence by cutting the basement win- sorship of scholarship programs for sponsoring a wreath to be placed at the ning at 7 p.m. Denzel Washington won an Acad- rested Denise Kreger, 48, of Fanwood. The dow screen and removing it, although entry emy Award as Best Supporting Ac- arrest occurred in Fanwood. She was charged was not gained, police said. Chief Brian high-school students. Monument to Veterans of World War I The movie tells the true story of with leaving the scene of a motor vehicle Mahoney stated that several neighbors came Former members of the United during opening ceremonies or by fi- the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer tor for his role in the 1989 film. accident involving property damage and with forward and supplied information to mem- States armed forces are eligible to nancial contributions to help offset the Infantry, led by Colonel Robert Westfield has a connection to the driving while intoxicated (DWI). Kreger was bers of the detective bureau. If anyone has join the American Legion if they costs of running the parade. Gould Shaw. Colonel Shaw was the film, which depicts the 1863 Federal released to a responsible adult. additional information or has had contact with served honorably during any of the The parade is scheduled for Mon- privileged white son of a prominent attack on Fort Wagner in South Wednesday, March 2, Anthony J. Hunter, John Lapierre, they are asked to contact De- Carolina. Major John Myrick, who 30, of Belleville was arrested at the Essex tective Lt. Brian Donnelly at (908) 322-7100, following eligible war eras, regard- day, May 30, at 9 a.m. For more Boston abolitionist family and the County jail on a Westfield warrant. Hunter extension no. 111. less of duty station, whether stateside information, call Stan Cuba at (908) 54th Infantry was one of the U.S. grew up in Westfield on the property was released after posting $239 bail. Garwood or overseas: December 7, 1941 to 233-2767. where the historic Reeve House and Wednesday, March 2, Diana Cepeda- Wednesday, February 23, Walter L. Moore, future home of the Westfield Historical Jimenez, 28, and Mercedes M. Cruz-Ventura, Jr., 39, of Plainfield was arrested and charged Society is now located, commanded a 40, both of Plainfield, were arrested and with shoplifting after an employee at a North battery of artillery pieces in support of charged with shoplifting from a business on Avenue store witnessed him allegedly remov- Troop No. 72 and Church the 600 block of West North Avenue. Both ing merchandise without paying. Moore was the 54th Infantry. Myrick later received were transported to Westfield police head- transported to police headquarters, processed a brevet promotion to captain for his quarters, processed and released with sum- and released after posting bail. Join Forces to Save Derby part in the battle. monses. Saturday, February 26, six juveniles, ages Free and open to the public, this Wednesday, March 2, a cello was reported 15 and 16, were charged with underage con- WESTFIELD – Westfield’s own Pinewood Derby draws contestants missing after it had been left for approxi- sumption of alcohol after officers observed a Boy Scout Troop No. 72 lived up to from Cub Scout packs of Berkeley program will begin 30 minutes ear- mately one hour outside the front door of a juvenile lying in the front yard of a residence the Boy Scout slogan “Do A Good Heights, Fanwood, Garwood, lier than regular programs to allow residence on the 1000 block of Central Av- on the 400 block of Center Street. According Turn Daily” by saving the Watchung Gillette, Long Hill Township, for the two-hour film. It will be held enue. to police, five other juveniles and several Mountain District Pinewood Derby in the Community Room of the Thursday, March 3, Sean P. Horton, 25, of parents, including the mother of the juvenile Meyersville, Millington, HISTORIC IMAGE…Pictured above Elizabeth was arrested during a traffic stop at lying in the yard, were at the scene when the Race this year. Mountainside, Murray Hill, New Westfield Municipal Building, lo- is the Memorial to Colonel Robert cated at 425 East Broad Street. Free Boulevard and Clifton Street on an outstand- officers arrived. The juveniles told police they The District Pinewood Derby will Providence, North Plainfield, Scotch Gould Shaw and the Massachusetts ing Garwood traffic warrant. He was trans- had consumed alcohol in a nearby park until be held from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. this Plains, Stirling, Summit, Warren, 54th which was designed by Augustus popcorn will be served. For more ported to Westfield police headquarters, pro- moving to the residence of one of the juveniles Saturday, March 12, at The Presbyte- Watchung and Westfield. Saint-Gaudens and is located on the information, call the Westfield His- cessed and released after posting $89 bail. where the parents were not present, police rian Church in Westfield, located at Boston Common. torical Society at (908) 654-1794. Thursday, March 3, a resident of Stanmore said. Parents were called by a juvenile when it Cub Scouts is a values-based pro- Place reported his home was burglarized while was realized their friend had had too much to 140 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. gram, in which boys ages 6 to 10 have he was away on vacation, sometime between drink and was in danger, police said. The race was under threat of can- participated for more than 80 years. February 19 and March 3. The incident is Five juveniles were transported to police cellation after area schools that used Parents and Cub Scout leaders deliver League Thrift Shop to Hold under investigation. headquarters, processed and released to their to host it started charging custodial a program of fun activities and “go- Friday, March 4, Andrew Fleming, 39, of parents; the sixth juvenile was released to his fees for events like this. That was Elizabeth was arrested on the 700 block of parent at the scene. see-its” that gradually teach boys vari- Estate and Collectible Sale West South Avenue on a Rahway warrant. He “Garwood has a no-tolerance policy re- when Troop No. 72 and The Presby- ous life skills like communication, was processed and released on $250 bail. garding juveniles and alcohol,” said the terian Church in Westfield stepped in self-reliance, tool skills, first aid, nu- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Fanwood- Wednesday and Thursday from 10 Friday, March 4, Janice S. Honymar, 57, of Garwood Police Department’s Lt. Bruce to “do the Scouting thing” and host trition, citizenship, community ser- Scotch Plains Service League Thrift a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Friday and Sat- Westfield was arrested after responding to Underhill. “This could have become a very the 2011 District Pinewood Derby. vice and working cooperatively. Shop, located at 1730 East Second urday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free Westfield police headquarters to satisfy an dangerous situation had the juvenile’s friends Street in Scotch Plains, has scheduled parking is available on the street and active Garwood traffic warrant. She was pro- ignored the warning signs of over indulgence The Pinewood Derby is a tradition Parents and youngsters interested cessed and released after posting $100 bail. and not summoned a parent or police.” that goes back as far as 1953. Cub in becoming involved in scouting an Estate and Collectible Sale begin- behind the building. For more infor- Friday, March 4, a Westfield resident re- Sunday, February 27, Tanaya Clayton, 21, Scouts ages 6 to 10 work with their are invited to come and watch the ning Saturday, March 19, at 10 a.m. mation or directions, call (908) 322- ported the theft of a skateboard from a busi- of Newark was arrested for allegedly driving parents to shape and decorate an origi- Pinewood Derby, and scout leaders The sale will continue through the 5420 during business hours. ness on the 100 block of East Broad Street. with a suspended license after a motor vehicle nal racing car from a block of wood, will be on hand to answer any ques- following Saturday, March 26. The shop is an all-volunteer-oper- The victim said he forgot the skateboard and accident on North Avenue. She was issued a Shop volunteers recently received ated business. All proceeds are do- when he returned to the business approxi- summons and released pending a court date. four nails and four plastic wheels. tions about the scouting program. mately 15 minutes later, the skateboard was Fanwood They then race the cars against each For more information, e-mail Lucia a donation in the form of contents nated back into local communities. gone. The skateboard is described as a layback Monday, February 28, a resident of Beech other on race day. “Every year I’m Perpina at [email protected]. To from a local home sale and they are long board with a picture of a volcano on the Avenue came into police headquarters to re- astonished by the creativity of the find contact details for local Cub Scout offering the merchandise to shop cus- Democratic Club Posts bottom. port being the victim of fraud after she gave a designs,” said one area cubmaster. packs or Boy Scout troops, visit tomers. Among the items are Lenox Saturday, March 5, Vincent Tomasso, Jr., contractor a deposit in October of 2010 for pieces, pottery, pictures, copper cook- Atlantic City Bus Trip 24, of Westfield was arrested and charged work that was to be done on her residence. The Watchung Mountain District beascout.org. with DWI at the intersection of Forest and According to police, the work has not been ware, costume jewelry, dolls, china, KENILWORTH – The Kenilworth Longfellow Avenues. He was transported to done and the incident is under investigation. crystal bowls and stemware and vases. Democratic Club will conduct a bus Westfield police headquarters, processed and Monday, February 28, a resident of North BootCampWF Will Get You This merchandise will be featured ride on Sunday, April 3, to Resorts released to a responsible adult. Avenue reported receiving harassing phone on the center table in the main room, Casino in Atlantic City. The cost is Saturday, March 5, Raymond J. Gigl, III, calls from an unknown person beginning on 19, of Somerville was arrested after turning February 5. with a variety ranging from very old, $30. Resorts will give back $30 in himself in at Westfield police headquarters Tuesday, March 1, a resident of the 100 In Top Shape By Summer gently used and brand new. The table slot money. Games on the bus will on an active Westfield criminal warrant in block of Tillotson Road reported being the WESTFIELD – BootCampWF, week over the six weeks, on Tuesday will be restocked daily. Addition- add to the festivities. The bus will the amount of $569. He was processed and victim of a burglary after someone entered her Westfield’s premiere, healthy-living and Thursday, at 9:15 a.m. ally, the shop now is offering spring leave promptly at 9 a.m. and return at released after posting bail. residence and removed an undisclosed amount clothes for the entire family. 7 p.m. For more information, call Saturday, March 5, Roseann Dacosta- of jewelry. According to police, there were no outdoor fitness training program, is BootCampWF starts off with an Levy, 45, of Union was arrested and charged signs of forced entry. heading back outside, and will get assessment of all recruits. On the first The shop’s hours are Tuesday, Annette Soos at (908) 272-5898. with shoplifting on the 600 block of West Thursday, March 3, Kendall Daniels, 30, of you in tip-top shape before summer! (and last!) day we see how many sit- North Avenue. The total value of the theft Hillsborough was arrested following a motor The next session runs March 14 to ups you can do in 60 seconds, how was $611, which included various pieces of vehicle stop on Terrill Road on an outstanding many pushups you can do without Deaths of Mother and Child jewelry, accessories, a belt and neckties. She warrant out of Fanwood. She was transported May 2, and the schedule includes was transported to Westfield police head- to police headquarters, processed and released evening and weekend workouts! stopping, and how long it takes for quarters for processing before being released after posting bail. BootCampWF is a specially de- you to walk/run a half mile. These with a summons and a Union County Supe- Thursday, March 3, Samar Battle, 28, of signed fitness program held for one measurements allow participants and Are Ruled Murder-Suicide rior Court date. Montclair was arrested following a motor hour three days a week for six weeks. instructors to measure progress over SOMERVILLE – The Regional Bernardsville police officers responded Saturday, March 5, Dennis Broughton, vehicle stop on Staggard Place on an outstand- the course of the session. Medical Examiner’s Office has com- to a 9-1-1 call dispatching them to the 43, of Westfield was arrested on the 1500 ing warrant out of East Orange. He was trans- BootCampWF will meet in Tamaques block of Lamberts Mill Road and charged ported to police headquarters, processed and Park by the basketball courts on To enlist in BootCampWF or for pleted its postmortem examination Hawthorne residence on a report of a with DWI. He was transported to Westfield released after posting bail. Monday, Wednesday and Friday more information, please visit our of a mother and child who were found deceased child. Upon arrival, officers police headquarters, processed and released Mountainside mornings at 6 and 9:15 a.m., Mon- website at www.BootCampWF.com. dead February 24 in the bathroom of found the mother and child deceased in to a responsible adult. Thursday, March 3, a resident of Old Tote day, Wednesday and Thursday at 6:30 Paid Bulletin Board their Bernardsville home. the upstairs bathroom. Scotch Plains Road reported that she received a call from an The medical examiner has deter- Officers learned from Robert Tuesday, March 1, a resident of Harding individual claiming that he needed to inspect p.m. and Saturdays at 8 a.m. BCWF goleader.com/express Road reported that he got into a heated verbal her oil tank and her water service in case there Lite, a gentler version, meets twice a mined that Allison Graham- Hawthorne, husband and father of the argument with his neighbor and now his was a fire. According to police, the individual Hawthorne, 4, was the victim of homi- victims, that he arrived home from neighbor yells at him. checked with her son, who informed her there GRAND OPENING WELLNESS CENTER cide by drowning in the bathtub. The work at approximately 6:35 p.m. and Tuesday, March 1, a resident of Kevin Road should not be a need to check on those services preliminary cause of death of her discovered his wife and child unre- stated that he was assaulted by an acquain- and to report the call to police. It was deter- MASSAGE FOR MEN & WOMEN mother, Patricia Graham-Hawthorne, sponsive in the bathtub, whereupon he tance as he was getting into his motor vehicle. mined that the Borough of Mountainside re- According to police, the nature of the dispute quested the inspection, which was completed 45, is that she committed suicide by called 9-1-1. is unknown. and approved, police said. SPECIAL for WOMEN ingesting paint thinner and drowning. The police investigation has deter- Thursday, March 3, Adam Augustin, 20, of Friday, March 4, a resident of Grouse Lane Given the medical examiner’s con- mined that Patricia Graham-Hawthorne Newark was arrested following a motor ve- reported that the turn signal lamp, valued at 90 Minutes Only $60 clusion as to the manner of death, as had been accessing numerous sites on hicle stop on Route 22 on a $215 outstanding approximately $200, was removed from his well as the criminal investigation to the Internet involving methods for com- warrant issued by the Irvington Court. He was motor vehicle. 1HOUR BODY WORK ONLY $45 transported to police headquarters, processed Sunday, March 6, an individual came into date, it has been determined that Mrs. mitting suicide. During the postmor- and released. police headquarters to report that she received Graham-Hawthorne killed her daugh- tem examination, the medical exam- Friday, March 4, William Davis, 42, of a threatening message from a female from a 198 NORTH AVE EAST (FRONT BASEMENT) ter before taking her own life, ac- iner noted slash wounds on Patricia Flanders was arrested after a motor vehicle male friend’s phone. According to police, the cording to Somerset County Pros- Graham-Hawthorne’s wrists and wa- stop on East Second Street on a $315 outstand- message stated that, “if you call my boyfriend CRANFORD, NJ 07016 908-229-8018 ecutor Geoffrey D. Soriano. ter in her lungs, as well as an apparent ing warrant issued by the Roxbury Court. He one more time, I will slit your throat.” Accord- was transported to police headquarters, pro- ing to police, the owner of the phone was Prosecutor Soriano confirmed that toxic substance in her stomach cavity. cessed and released. contacted, and he stated that he would check Friday, March 4, Elliot Mazon, 39, of with his girlfriend to see if she made the call, Irvington was arrested following a motor ve- and assured the officer it would not happen Your Hometown Used Car Dealer hicle stop on North Avenue on a $1,000 out- again. Richard J. Kaplow, Esq. standing warrant issued by the Irvington Court. Monday, March 7, an employee at a Route He was transported to police headquarters, 22 business reported that, sometime over the Westfield processed and released. weekend, multiple motor vehicles owned by “25 Years Experience” Friday, March 4, Robert Krienke, 19, of the business that were parked in an adjacent Civil & Criminal Trial Lawyer Mountainside was arrested and charged with lot were damaged and four tires and rims were “Experts In Special Order” possession of suspected marijuana after a removed. According to police, a jack was left motor vehicle stop, at which time the officer in place on one car and the bumper, side panel Need a special car? smelled the odor of marijuana. According to and left rear wheel were damaged, the driver’s FAMILY LAW police, after further investigation, Krienke side front and rear windows were broken and We’ll find it! was placed under arrest, transported to police the dashboard and front grill and both head- · Divorce · Domestic Violence headquarters, processed and released. lights were taken. Evidence was recovered at Friday, March 4, Sahardeliz Yantin, 21, of the scene and the incident is under investiga- · Custody · Child Support Scotch Plains was arrested for allegedly ob- tion. taining a controlled dangerous substance Tuesday, March 1, George O. Harris, 42, of (CDS) by fraud after an investigation based on Newark was picked up at the Essex County a complaint that Yantin was obtaining pre- jail on an outstanding warrant out of · DWI · Criminal Defense scription drugs with a fraudulent doctor’s Mountainside in the amount of $850. · Business Disputes Commercial Litigation note. She was transported to police headquar- Tuesday, March 1, Isabel C. Qureshi, 43, of ters, processed and released. Newark was arrested for allegedly driving Former Assistant Union County Prosecutor Saturday, March 5, a resident of Muir Ter- with a suspended license after a motor vehicle race reported that, sometime in the afternoon, stop on Route 22. She was processed and someone stole his bicycle. The bicycle, val- released at the scene. ued at approximately $400, had been left Friday, March 4, Karim Stokes, 37, of J.T. Auto Sales unlocked. Easton, Pa. was picked up at the Phillipsburg (908) 232-8787 Saturday, March 5, a resident of Evergreen Police Department on an outstanding warrant Jeff O’Connor (908) 232-6022 Avenue reported being the victim of fraud out of Mountainside in the amount of $1,033. after she sold an item over the Internet and the Sunday, March 6, Christine Ogrodnik, 45, Since 1976 buyer paid with a fraudulent check. of South Plainfield was arrested after a motor 24 Hours · 53 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Sunday, March 6, a resident of Country vehicle stop on Route 22 and charged with email: [email protected] Club Lane reported being the victim of an DWI and refusal to submit to a breath test. She [email protected] richardjkaplow.com web: cars.com/jtautosales attempted burglary after someone tried to was transported to police headquarters, pro- enter his motor vehicle, which was parked in cessed and released to a responsible adult. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 10, 2011 Page 7 Harvest Quilters Show Set Miller-Cory to Spotlight March 26 at Willow Grove ‘The Art of Silhouettes’ SCOTCH PLAINS – For the 28th work by featured quilter Paula WESTFIELD – The Miller-Cory and as a site on the New Jersey year, the Harvest Quilters of Central Pearl of Fanwood, and the story of House Museum will feature a pro- Women’s Heritage Trail. New Jersey will present a quilt show. how she progressed from some gram on “The Art of Silhouettes” The museum is available for tours Sharing the Quilts XXVIII will take basic quilt techniques to intricate this Sunday, March 13, from 2 to 4 for school groups during the week place on Saturday, March 26, at the art quilts. p.m. The museum is located at 614 as well as for scout troops after Willow Grove Presbyterian Church, Other collections will include a Mountain Avenue in Westfield. school on weekdays. Special pro- located at 1961 Raritan Road in group of woven fabric wall Silhouette or profile art reached grams also may be arranged on site Scotch Plains. Show hours will begin hangings done at a fall workshop the height of its popularity between for schools and other community at 8 a.m. and end at 5 p.m., although with teacher Anna Faustino, and the 17th and mid-19th centuries. groups. For more information, call doors will close after 4:15 p.m. also a grouping of challenge Silhouettes were the snapshots of the museum office weekday morn- The Harvest Quilters show is blocks. Additionally, beaded the day – an instant memento, a ings at (908) 232-1776 or e-mail known for its large display of art jewelry from the fall workshop will EYE ON THE ENVIRONMENT…The Woman’s Club of Westfield (WCW) lover’s keepsake or a family record. [email protected]. quilts and for the storyboards that be on view. In response to public recently introduced a new Conservation Department during a meeting at the Evelyn Kennelly will discuss the The museum website is Masonic Lodge in Westfield. Its primary focus is protection and maintaining the different techniques and equipment millercoryhouse.org. accompany many of the quilts on interest, there will be a repeat of health of the natural world, its fisheries and habitats. Plans are being made by the display. One of the smaller project quilted and hand-made items for WCW for projects to apply these principles locally. Gathering plastic caps for used to make silhouettes and will groupings will include a display of the home and for children. recycling by the Aveda Company is already underway. Pictured, from left to display examples. Children may make SAR Chapter Dinner The Needle Nite group at the right, are: Anne Galante, Carol Russ, Marta Villafane, Lucille Hahn, Sue Carroll, a simple silhouette to take home. CHILD to Offer Look Fanwood Presbyterian Church will Sally Brown and Dolores Geisow. Participating youngsters must be able Is Set For March 23 display quilts members have made to handle scissors safely, and parents WESTFIELD – The Annual Chap- At Language Skills for Children’s Specialized Hospital must remain with children at all times. ter Dinner meeting of the Sons of the SCOTCH PLAINS – The CHILD in Mountainside and Center for Leaders Club Teens to Rock Sunday’s program also will in- American Revolution (SAR), West Organization will welcome Hope Hospice in Scotch Plains, as clude tours of the restored 1740 Fields Chapter, will be held on Rachael Fisch-Kaplan at its meet- well as knitted and crocheted items farmhouse. Members of the cook- Wednesday, March 23, at the Echo ing on Wednesday, March 16, at which will be donated to Care Wear Saturday For ‘Strong Kids’ ing committee will demonstrate the Lake Country Club, located at 515 7:15 p.m. at the Scotch Plains at Newark Beth Israel Hospital. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Area be made payable to the Westfield Area skills used in 18th-century open- Springfield Avenue in Westfield. A Municipal Building, located at 430 There will be a raffle quilt and “Y” Leaders Club teens will rock con- “Y” and are tax-deductible. Proceeds hearth cooking, using authentic cash bar will open at 6 p.m., with Park Avenue. multiple raffle baskets stuffed with tinuously on their rocking chairs this will directly benefit the campaign. recipes and seasonal foods. Taste dinner following at 7 p.m. Ms. Fisch-Kaplan is clinical di- fabric. Proceeds from this raffle Saturday, March 12, from 8 a.m. to 5 The Westfield Area “Y” Strong samples will be offered to visitors. The program will include awards rector and senior speech-language and profits from the quilt show go p.m. in a Rock-A-Thon for nine hours Kids Campaign provides financial The museum gift shop, which car- and recognitions and the nomination, pathologist at CommuniKids. Her to various local charitable to benefit the Strong Kids Campaign assistance to families in need to en- ries a variety of Colonial toys, crafts, election and installation of chapter presentation will be entitled “The organizations and also fund group at the Main “Y” facility. The facility is able their participation at the “Y.” books and educational materials, will officers. Congressman Leonard Lance Key to Understanding Language.” workshops and meetings located at 220 Clark Street in Westfield. This campaign allows nearly 300 in- be open. (R-7th) will be the featured speaker. In her talk, Ms. Fisch-Kaplan will throughout the year. This year, a The Leaders Club is a volunteer dividuals in need within the local Admission is $3 for adults and $1 The meeting and dinner are open to provide an in-depth understanding of substantial donation will be made group comprised of teens in grades 6 community to take part in Westfield for students; children under age 4 may the public, but reservations are required. speech and language skills that occur to Homefirst, a local organization to 12 who donate their time to raise Area “Y” programs such as summer attend for free. Upcoming Sunday pro- For more information, call Father during a child’s development and the that seeks to provide homes and money for various causes. The Rock- camp and childcare. grams include “Slaves in Colonial New Donald Hummel, chapter president, at appropriate levels of mastery that take services for needy families. A-Thon is one of their events to help For more information, call Shannon Jersey” on March 20 and “Following (973) 497-4218. The cost of the dinner place at various times. Concerns that A tea room will feature a lunch raise money to benefit the “Y” Strong McGillis at (908) 233-2700, extension George Washington’s Trail in New is $35. Checks may be made payable to affect toddlers, pre-school-aged chil- menu, drinks and snacks. A small Kids Campaign. no. 406, or e-mail Jersey” on March 27. West Fields SAR. For reservations, dren, kindergarteners and older chil- group of vendors will offer finished Participants are seeking donations [email protected]. To learn The Miller-Cory House Museum contact William M. Millar, 133 Divi- dren further along through elemen- quilts, fabric, notions, quilted items and/or sponsors for their cause. Inter- more about Westfield Area “Y” is a nationally recognized living mu- sion Avenue, Summit, N.J. 07901, or at tary school will be addressed, along and beaded jewelry for sale. ested persons can make a donation programs, visit westfieldynj.org. seum, listed on both the State and [email protected] or (908) 464- with providing help and strategies for For more information, call Ann based on an hourly rocking rate or set Financial assistance is available for National Registers of Historic Places 4844. struggling children in this area. Eelman at (908) 755-7653 or access a flat donation amount. Checks should those who qualify. This free program is part of the harvestquilters.com. Admission to regular monthly programming the show will be $6 for adults and $3 Best Friend St. Pat’s Sale sponsored by The CHILD Organi- for children 5 through 12. Youngsters Realtors’ Assoc. Conducting zation of Scotch Plains-Fanwood under 5 may attend for free. and is open to all. To respond for To Aid Homeless Animals the current program, call (908) 322- Holy Trinity Seniors Food Drive Through April 7 4020, as seating may be limited, or WESTFIELD – The Greater opened or outdated. SCOTCH PLAINS – Best Friend of new or slightly used items to sell if needing Professional Develop- To Meet on Monday Union County Association of Real- Designated drop-off Realtor of- Dog and Animal Adoption will hold in the shop. Donations of jewelry, ment Hours. For directions or more WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity tors is conducting a food drive fices include Coldwell Banker East a Rainbow of Savings sale for St. antiques and collectibles, records, information, visit childorgspf.org. Senior Social Club will meet on through Thursday, April 7. Mem- and West; Re/Max Properties Un- Patrick’s Day at its thrift shop, from CDs, paperback books, seasonal Monday, March 14, at 1:30 p.m. to bers of the public are invited to limited; Westfield Realty, and Tuesday, March 15, through Tues- clothing, small furniture and gar- Anchor of Hope Offers celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. contribute by picking up extra items Weichert Realtors, all in Westfield; day, March 22. dening items are welcome. The Michelle Williams, a member of while shopping and then dropping Re/Max Estates in Clark; Wood- Each day there will be a different group also is accepting donations Prayer-Bible Meetings Holy Trinity, has arranged an Irish them off at designated offices ward Properties in Summit, and All 50-percent-off sale based on the of dog and cat food and litter for its WESTFIELD – The Redeemer dance program that will take place in throughout the area. Jersey Realty; Coldwell Banker, and colors of the rainbow. The shop is foster animals in need. Lutheran Church’s Anchor of Hope the interparochial school gymnasium, All contributions of food will be White Realty, all in Union. located at 1750 East Second Street Best Friend is a not-for-profit, Prayer Walking Team and Robert located at 336 First Street in Westfield. given to local food banks and agen- Donations also may be brought in Scotch Plains and is open from all-volunteer rescue group that op- Treat Deli are sponsoring a prayer During the social portion of the meet- cies throughout Union County. Non- to the Greater Union County Asso- 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day erates the shop in order to help and short Bible discussion time, ing, participants will be treated to a perishables for consideration may ciation of Realtors office at 767 except Sunday and Monday. For rescue animals from the pound. It along with Communion, for area medley of Irish music. include, but are not limited to, Central Avenue in Westfield, Mon- information, call (732) 388-8930. also provides veterinary care and business owners, their employees Father Matthew Looney has con- canned goods, pasta, crackers and day through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to The shop already is featuring fosters the animals until a perma- and family members twice a month firmed that a planned trip on Wednes- cereals, beverages, hygiene items, 4:30 p.m. For more information, spring and Easter merchandise for nent home can be found. To view at the deli. day, March 30, to the Hunterdon Hills meal stretchers, baby food and sup- call (908) 232-9000. sale. In addition, new hats, scarves, pets available for adoption, visit The next gathering will take place Playhouse has received a good re- plies, condiments and cleaning sup- belts, hair accessories, perfume and bestfriend.petfinder.org. A tax-de- on Tuesday, March 22, from 6:30 to sponse. For more information, call plies. Contributors are asked to jewelry for the warmer weather is ductible donation can be mailed to: 7:15 p.m. Steve Kasich will pro- (908) 925-5454. make sure that all items are not www.goleader.com available. Best Friend, P.O. Box 335, vide his own original music. Light Best Friend currently is in need Cranford, N.J. 07016. refreshments will be served. The Robert Treat Deli is located at 113 The Family Law Department of Quimby Street in Westfield. For more details, call the Redeemer Dughi & Hewit Presents Lutheran Church and School, lo- IT FEELS SO cated at 229 Cowperthwaite Place in Westfield, at (908) 232-1517.

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Page 8 Thursday, March 10, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION – Obituaries – Members of Rake and Hoe Charles Bengle, 95, Longtime Engineer; Win Garden Show Awards WESTFIELD – The Garden Club of made of plant material. Members of Active With St. Anne’s and Old Guard New Jersey’s annual flower show, en- the Rake and Hoe Juniors won blue Charles V. Bengle, 95, passed away Surviving are his beloved wife of titled “Regards to Broadway,” was held or red ribbons for 22 entries in seven on Tuesday, March 8, 2011, at home. 69 years, Marjorie O’Connor Bengle; at the New Jersey Convention Center in classes. Elise Morano won the Youth Born in Springfield, Mass., he was three devoted sons, Charles Victor, Edison from February 17 to 20. Top Exhibitor Awards for both De- a long-time resident of Westfield. Jr. and his wife, Carol, Victor and his More than 25,000 flower and gar- sign and Horticulture, and Emma Mr. Bengle was a professional en- wife, Janice, and Thomas and his den enthusiasts turned out for the event, Phillips won the Youth GCNJ Special gineer who worked in product man- wife, Diane, and two loving grand- which featured display gardens and a Award for Artistic Crafts. agement and sales at the Worthington sons, Brendan and Craig. Standard Flower Show presented by The Rake and Hoe Garden Club of Corporation for almost 30 years be- Friends are invited to visit from 4 the Garden Club of New Jersey. Westfield has a long-term reputation fore becoming a product planner for to 7 p.m. tomorrow, Friday, March This year’s theme was “Funky for its service to the community and the Fedders Corporation in Edison 11, at the Dooley Funeral Home, 218 Broadway.” Garden club members donations to worthy causes. Feder- for 10 years prior to retiring. North Avenue, West, in Cranford. A prepared crafts and flower designs ated with the National Council of State A graduate of Rensselaer Poly- Mass of Christian Burial will be of- and competed in six categories, in- Garden Clubs, and the Garden Club of technic Institute, he was a lifetime fered at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12, cluding The Addams Family jazzy New Jersey, The Rake and Hoe Gar- member of the ASHRAE society. He at St. Anne’s Church in Garwood. REACHING NEW HEIGHTS…Ten high-school Girl Scouts from Fanwood- table settings and other Broadway den Club of Westfield has between 50 was a former lector at St. Anne’s Interment will be at Fairview Cem- Scotch Plains recently spent an evening learning safe climbing techniques at the show flower designs, which were dis- and 70 members. For membership Roman Catholic Church in Garwood etery in Westfield. New Jersey Rock Gym in Fairfield. The gym’s instructors showed the girls played with their playbills. questions, call Maryann Pietruszki, and a past director of the Old Guard In lieu of flowers, donations may climbing commands, safety rules and top rope climbing. Several girls subse- Members of The Rake and Hoe club president, at (908) 789-9254. of Westfield, where he played piano be made to the Westfield Rescue quently decided to plan a return trip for more climbing. Fanwood-Scotch Plains Garden Club of Westfield won mul- is home to more than 900 Girl Scouts from kindergarten through high school. For tiple awards. The Design section infor the Merry Men singers. Squad or to St. Anne’s Church. more information, visit fanwoodscotchplainsgs.org. A grandson, Michael, predeceased March 10, 2011 cluded diverse, creative and inter- him. esting designs. Horticulture included tree branches, flowering and foliage Angelos Glimis, 85, Had Been Employed Oasis-Church-NJ to Begin houseplants, and combination plantings. With Pantagis and Mario’s Restaurants Jill Sitcer received a blue ribbon, New ‘Mythbusters’ Series the Tricolor, and the Design Excel- Angelos Glimis, 85, of East dren, Al Glimis and his wife, Emily MOUNTAINSIDE – Based on Dis- wanted to know about God and the lence Award, which is the top design Windsor, N.J. died on Sunday, March Cook, of Princeton, N.J., Gus Glimis covery Channel’s popular show Bible but were afraid to ask’ kind of in the entire flower show. Erica Fried 6, 2011. and his wife, Lisa Frankfort, of San “Mythbusters,” Oasis-Church- series,” said Pastor Butler. won a blue ribbon for her Flower Mr. Glimis was born to the late Francisco, Calif. and Joanne Thiel and NJ.com, a new contemporary Chris- Anyone interested in asking a ques- Design for West Side Story. Kay Cross, Alcibiades and Aspasia Glimis on her husband, Robert, of East Windsor, tian church, will begin its own tion is asked to go to oasis-church- Diana Kazazis and Barbara Mullin WINNING DESIGN…Jill Sitcer, a “Mythbusters” series on Sunday, nj.com/contact/questions. Pastor But- member of The Rake and Hoe Garden April 3, 1925 in Agia Efthemia, N.J. He also is survived by three grand- earned blue ribbons in Horticulture. Club of Westfield, earned the Design Greece. He immigrated to the United children, Olivia Thiel, Sergei Glimis March 20. Oasis meets weekly for ler stated that even if the question is Juniors associated with various Excellence Award at the New Jersey States in 1951 and married the late and Robert Angelo Thiel. church services on Sundays at 11 a.m. not used during the series, an answer clubs also displayed their designs Garden Show held at the New Jersey Sophia Glimis on September 27, 1959. The funeral service will be at 11 at 1180 Spruce Drive in Mountainside. will be returned via e-mail. and horticulture, including table ar- Convention Center in Edison from Feb- Angelos was a long-time employee a.m. today, Thursday, March 10, 2011, According to David Butler, lead The bottom line, according to Pas- rangements and animal creatures ruary 17 to February 20. of the Pantagis (Snuffy’s) Restaurant at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox pastor at Oasis, the idea for the tor Butler, is that, “we want people, in Scotch Plains and Mario’s Restau- Church in Westfield. Interment will Mythbusters series occurred while he both adults and youth, to have fun rant in Millburn. follow at Fairview Cemetery in was watching the show. “What hap- when they come to church, and learn Historical Society Highlights He was a longtime member and Westfield. pens during the show is that the cast about God along the way.” officer of the Greek fraternal organi- Arrangements are by the Gray Fu- uses elements of the scientific method Oasis-Church-NJ.com is a casual zation, the Agioefthemeon “Meonia” neral Home, 318 East Broad Street in to test whether things like rumors or church that incorporates media and Rajoppi Talk, Spring Trips Society. Westfield. news stories have any basis in fact. arts into teachings, and features con- KENILWORTH – The Kenilworth of many historically significant local Angelos is survived by three chil- Memorial contributions may be “Our innovative spin with the teach- temporary Christian rock during the Historical Society has announced women, among them Kenilworth na- made to the Alzheimer’s Association ing series is that we will be using worship. Children’s programs are of- its calendar of upcoming events. tive Mary Kanane, the first woman Eileen L. GaNun (www.alz.org). questions our attendees and large fered for youngsters through fifth Union County Clerk Joanne County Surrogate, and Mildred Barry Eileen L. GaNun of Westfield March 10, 2011 Internet audience (Oasis-Church- grade, in addition to Oasis teen youth Rajoppi, an author and historian, Hughes, the first woman elected to passed away peacefully on Thursday, NJ.com receives approximately groups that meet on a separate day will discuss women’s struggle for the New Jersey Senate. March 3, 2011, at Overlook Hospital George S. Graves, 71 100,000 visitors per month, accord- during the week. political equality, and their ascen- The public is invited to attend this in Summit. George S. Graves, 71, a retired ing to Pastor Butler) send us about For more information about the sion to every level of Union County event, which will begin at 7 p.m. at Mrs. GaNun was born in New York postal worker, entered eternal rest on God, beliefs or behavior, and use church or for directions, call Pastor government from 1776 to the present, the Kenilworth Seniors’ Center, lo- City and moved to Plainfield in 1982. Monday, March 7, 2011, at the Ber- those for the topics of the series. It’s Butler at (732) 406-7821 or go to during the historical society’s cated at 526 Boulevard in She had resided in Westfield since keley Heights Nursing Home, sur- kind of like an ‘Everything you Oasis-Church-NJ.com. Women’s History Month Celebra- Kenilworth. Admission will be free 1988. rounded by family and friends. tion on Thursday, March 24. and light refreshments will be served. Eileen was employed as an admin- George was employed by the U.S. Ms. Rajoppi’s presentation, Parking and entrance to the Seniors’ istrative assistant to the president of Post Office in Westfield for 53 years. Why We Dance to Be Held “Women Pathfinders in Union County Center are located at the rear of the McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Surviving are his sister, Jenny, her Government,” will highlight the po- building. For further information, in New York City for several years husband, Jim, and their children; his This Saturday at Local ‘Y’ litical challenges and achievements call (908) 709-0434. before retiring in 1984. loving cousins, Jim Richardson and The historical society will host a She was predeceased by her hus- his wife, Barbara, their daughter, Jo WESTFIELD – Why We Dance, with the Funhouse B-Boys, a hip Lupus Meetings on Tap bus trip to Mohegan Sun Casino in band, Joseph Paul GaNun (1961); a Ann Dugan, and her husband, Rickey, in conjunction with the Westfield hop dance crew. He danced at the Uncasville, Conn. on Saturday, daughter, Mary Anne Brennan (1997), and daughter, Molly; Joan Richardson, Neighborhood Council, will present Funhouse and other underground and For Adults and Teens March 26, and a trip to the Rockvale and a son, Paul Patrick (2006). and George Richardson and his wife, free dance workshops at the popular clubs in New York and New AREA – The Lupus Foundation of shopping outlets in Lancaster, Pa. Surviving are her beloved children, Tina, and good friends Pat and Flo- Westfield Area “Y” this Saturday, Jersey. He also has worked as a cho- America, New Jersey Chapter, Inc. on Thursday, April 14. Geraldine Marie Owens, Joseph Paul rence Riehman, Sally McGrath and March 12. Registration will begin reographer and has appeared in a (LFA NJ) has announced that free The Mohegan Sun trip will depart and John. She also will be deeply Roy and Olga Roman. that day at 10:30 a.m. The “Y” is few videos. lupus support group meetings will from St. Theresa’s School parking missed by her six grandchildren and Private burial services will take located at 220 Clark Street in Violet Galagarza from Brooklyn take place in the Conference Room at lot, located at 540 Washington Av- three great-grandchildren. place at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. will teach a technique and choreog- 150 Morris Avenue, Suite 102, in enue in Kenilworth, at 8 a.m. and Private services were under the di- Westfield. Three hour-long workshops, free raphy class. She will bring her son to Springfield. Meeting dates are Sun- return to Kenilworth at approximately rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, Arrangements are by Gray Funeral and open to the public, will be held class to serve as a role model for other days, March 13, April 10 and June 9 p.m. The $49 cost includes motor 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Directors of Westfield. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dancers will young male hip hop dancers. Ms. 26, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. There will be coach transportation, an approximate March 10, 2011 March 10, 2011 be able to showcase their talent from Galagarza operates the KR3TS Dance no meeting in May. six-hour visit to the casino, which 2 to 3 p.m. during the share period of Company that provides young people These meetings offer information additionally houses shops and popu- Seniors Club Holds Meeting; this third annual Why We Dance from lower- and middle-income fami- about lupus, as well as support for lar restaurants; a $10 coupon for free event. Candace Waller is dance co- lies, primarily in New York City’s those with lupus and their families. bets and a $10 coupon for food. ordinator. Latino communities, with an outlet Additionally, a new support group The Rockvale shopping trip will Reveals Upcoming Activities Scotch Plains resident Kathleen to develop their skills and abilities. for teenagers with lupus will meet on depart from the South 21st Street McMahon will teach the first work- Dancers from the weekly classes Saturday, March 19, from 10:30 to municipal parking lot at 8 a.m. and GARWOOD – The Garwood Se- A trip is planned to Doolan’s in shop, on African and belly dance, that took place at the Westfield 11:30 a.m., also at 150 Morris Av- return at approximately 8 p.m. The nior Citizens Club held its regularly Spring Lake on Thursday, May 26, from 11 a.m. to noon. A hospice Neighborhood Council will present enue in Springfield. Participants will $39 cost includes motor coach trans- scheduled meeting of March 3 at the for USO Madness. On Wednesday, nurse and teacher specializing in two numbers during the share pe- have an opportunity to learn about portation, about six hours of shop- Garwood Firehouse. There were 51 July 20, there will be a trip to Show- belly dance, she will instruct on riod from 2 to 3 p.m. For more infor- lupus and to share their questions, ping time, a discount coupon book members in attendance. It was noted boat Casino in Atlantic City. Particu- dance techniques that she learned mation, contact Why We Dance at concerns, thoughts, fears and prob- and a shopping outlet map. that member Patsy DiFabio was to be lars will be distributed at a later date. during a 2008 humanitarian trip to [email protected] or (908) lems with other lupus patients. To Proceeds from these trips will ben- honored at the March 8 Borough Coun- In other matters, the club is looking Burandi, Africa. 432-2003. Funding for this program respond for the teen group, contact efit the Kenilworth Historical cil meeting for his 60 years as a volun- for a replacement “Kitchen Lady” who Nick Abreu of Cranford will teach came from a Union County HEART Jason Konig at (973) 379-3226 or Society’s ongoing project to restore teer borough firefighter. Additionally, prepares the coffee and puts sandwiches a freestyle hip hop class from noon (History, Education, Arts Reaching [email protected] or Leonard J. the local 19th-century Oswald J. it was announced that the senior pic- on the trays for the table captains to to 1 p.m. Mr. Abreu was a dancer Thousands) grant. Andriuzzi at [email protected]. Nitschke House and transform it into nic will be held on Thursday, June 23. distribute. The pay is $25 a meeting, or For directions, questions or in the a “living history” museum and cul- Upcoming health activities include may be done on a volunteer basis. event of inclement weather, call the tural arts center. free stroke screenings to be held at 11 The club is asking members or the LFA NJ office at (800) 322-5816. Complimentary door prizes will a.m. on Thursday, April 28, at the public to donate paper plates and Updates also are available at be included on both trips. For fur- firehouse. A visit to the Royal Manor cups, plastic utensils and perc-type lupusnj.org. ther information and reservations, in Garfield to see Uncle Floyd will coffee to defray club costs. Items call (908) 709-0391 or (908) 709- take place on Saturday, April 23. The may be dropped off at Borough Hall, SHERIFF’S SALE 0434. As space is limited, it is sug- bus will leave the Garwood Firehouse 403 South Avenue, or at a club meet- SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-11000485 gested that reservations be made at 10:15 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. This ing. The club meets on the first and SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION early to ensure availability. event, which will include food and third Thursdays of every month. The UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. F-24812-09 one-hour open bar, also is open to next meeting will be held on March Plaintiff: RWPO III, LLC seniors outside of Garwood. For more 17. For membership information, call VS. SHERIFF’S SALE Defendant: HAYAN S. SHAALAN; SHERIEN information, including the cost, call Patsy at (908) 789-0835 or see ADIE SHAALAN AND DANIEL SHAALAN, HER SHERIFF’S FILE NO.: CH-11000946 HUSBAND; RAMER ADIE SHAALAN; SHARIF SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Walter Maszczak at (908) 789-1067. Dolores at a club meeting. ADIE SHAALAN; HOSAM ADIE SHAALAN; LT CHANCERY DIVISION ASSET RECOVERY LLC; ERIN CAPITAL MAN- UNION COUNTY AGEMENT LLC; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC DOCKET NO. F-2656-09 Sale Date: 03/16/2011 Plaintiff: INVESTORS SAVINGS BANK Writ of Execution: 12/09/2010 VS. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution Defendant: DREJAJ RESIDENTIAL DEVEL- to me directed I shall expose for sale by public OPMENT LLC Gray Funeral Homes vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Sale Date: 04/06/2011 TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- Writ of Execution: 04/30/2010 TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on By virtue of the above-stated writ of execution WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of to me directed I shall expose for sale by public said day. All successful bidders must have 20% vendue, at the UNION COUNTY ADMINISTRA- Since 1897 of their bid available in cash or certified check at TION BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR, 10 ELIZABETH- the conclusion of the sales. TOWN PLAZA, Elizabeth, New Jersey on The judgment amount is: ***Four Hundred WEDNESDAY, at two o’clock in the afternoon of Thirty Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty said day. All successful bidders must have 20% Two and 51/100*** $437,982.51. of their bid available in cash or certified check at The property to be sold is located in the Bor- the conclusion of the sales. ough of Fanwood in the County of Union, and the The judgment amount is: ***Six Hundred Sixty State of New Jersey. Five Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty Six and 66/ Tax Lot 18, Block 92 100*** $665,866.66. Commonly known as 97 Beech Avenue, The property to be sold is located in: The Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 Borough of Fanwood, County of Union, State of Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) New Jersey 135.10 feet wide by 49.24 feet long. Commonly known as: 193 Terrill Road, Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the Center Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 line of LaGrande Avenue, 62.32 feet from the Tax Lot No.: 2 on Block: 1 SHALL WE DANCE?…Violet Galagarza and her son teach Priscilla Hatchett Center line side of Beech Avenue. Dimensions of Lot (Approximately): 130 x 109 and others how to dance. Ms. Galagarza and her son will be part of the Why We The sale is subject to unpaid taxes and as- Nearest Cross Street: Midway Avenue Dance program this Saturday, March 12, at the Westfield Area “Y” in Westfield. sessments, tax, water and sewer liens and other Subject to any open taxes, water/sewer, mu- municipal assessments. The amount due can be nicipal or tax liens that may be due. obtained from the local taxing authority. Pursu- Tax and prior lien infor: At the time of publica- Begun in 1876 by William Gray, in Cranford and later Incorporated in ant to NJSA 46:8B-21 the sale may also be tion taxes/sewer/water information was not avail- subject to the limited lien priority of any condo- able. You must check with the tax collector for 1897 as the Gray Burial & Cremation Company. minium/homeowner association liens which may exact amounts due. exist. Total Upset: ***Seven Hundred Fifteen Thou- Today, known by many simply as Gray’s. We continue to provide the Total Upset: ***Four Hundred Seventy Nine sand Six Hundred Fifty and 10/100*** personal service that began with Mr. Gray, whether it be for burial or Thousand Three Hundred Forty Seven and 82/ $715,650.10 together with lawful interest and 100*** $479,347.82 together with lawful interest costs. cremation. and costs. Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfac- Surplus Money: If after the sale and satisfaction of the mortgage debt, including costs and tion of the mortgage debt, including costs and expenses, there remains any surplus money, the Gray Funeral Home Gray Memorial Funeral Home expenses, there remains any surplus money, the money will be deposited into the Superior Court money will be deposited into the Superior Court Trust Fund and any person claiming the surplus, 318 East Broad St. 12 Springfield Ave. 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 Court Rules 4:64-3 and 4:57-2 stating the nature Westfield, NJ 07090 Cranford, NJ 07016 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 an order directing payment of the surplus money. William A. Doyle Mgr. Dale R. Schoustra Mgr. an order directing payment of the surplus money. The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale NJ Lic. Number 2325 NJ Lic. Number 3707 The Sheriff or other person conducting the sale will have information regarding the surplus, if will have information regarding the surplus, if any. (908)-233-0143 (908)-276-0092 any. 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. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale for any length of time without further adver- John-Michael “J.M.” Jones sale for any length of time without further adver- tisement. tisement. Ralph Froehlich N.J. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 10, 2011 Page 9 Westfield Awareness Expo THE STUDENT VIEW Scheduled For March 16 The weekly column written by local high school students WESTFIELD – The 18th Annual portance of Speech/Language and Awareness Expo is scheduled to take Auditory Development to Learning place from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednes- Literacy; How to Help Your Child day, March 16, at Edison Intermedi- Become a Successful Reader; What Girls Need Sisters and ate School, located at 800 Rahway Causes Anxiety and Tic Disorders in Avenue in Westfield. Children?; How to Build Stronger The Awareness Expo is a sympo- Relationships with Your Autistic Child; Families Need Girls sium designed for parents and educa- The ADHD Student Options for Their By CAITLIN HAVILAND girls like the same TV channels and tors to explore issues that concern IEP or 504 Plan; To Medicate or Not to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times boys like the same. So, if there are them most about children. Every year Medicate: How to Manage Your Every family should have at least two girls, there would be double the for more than a decade, the Aware- Child’s Mental Health Condition; two girl children. If every girl had a amount of time with girls shows on. ness Expo has showcased distin- What About College? Options for younger or older sister, they wouldn’t It’s like having double turns. guished speakers ranging from highly Children with Special Needs or need to be lonely or bored when Girls have more fun playing with acclaimed authors to neurologists to ADHD; Occupational and Physical their mother goes out. Girls usually girls than boys most of the time. Boys therapists who provide insight into a Therapy: What’s New and Innovative have a lot of fun together, and girls usually want to do something sports variety of issues that empower par- in the Field?; Back to School with are easier to hang out with than boys, related. That’s not fun for girls a lot of JOB WELL DONE...Six students at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School were ents to help their children. Assistive Technology for Kids; and for girls especially. the time. Now, if every girl had a named Outstanding Participants in the 2011 National Achievement Scholarship The goal of the Awareness Expo is Estate Planning for Special Needs. If every girl had a younger or older sister, they could play together while Program. Pictured, left to right, are: Santino Butler, Osazenoriuwa Ebose, to educate the community about is- Additionally, the Westfield PTC- sister, they would be able to hang out the boys did. The girls could go shop- Folaranmi Ogunfemi, Marc Estriplet, Anita Kwashie and Evan Cole. sues that impact students and their Special Education Committee will and play with each other. Girls could ping, get their nails done, talk or play ability to succeed. The Expo includes award the “Make a Difference Award” play with a girl instead of a boy who outside. They could have boatloads SPFHS Students Named Outstanding something for everyone and prom- at the Awareness Expo. The award is wants to play sports, sports, sports. If of fun. ises to be a rewarding and educa- given annually to an individual, or they both were younger girls, they Every girl would really enjoy and Participants in National Program tional way to spend an evening learn- group of individuals, who display ex- could play with dolls or Barbies. If appreciate having a sister. When SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – standing performance on their PSAT/ ing about issues that impact school- emplary efforts in support of Special they were older, they could read maga- mothers go out, only girls tend to be Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School NMQT qualifying test. The National age children, according to an over- Education. This year, the Make a Dif- zines together, paint each other’s nails, lonely and bored. But if girls had has announced that six seniors were Achievement Scholarship Program view of the program. ference Award will be presented to or even just plain talk. Girls can have sisters, it would be fine. They would named Outstanding Participants in was initiated in 1964 specifically to The panel for this year’s Expo con- Alice Hunnicutt who has been an ad- some fun together doing things they have someone to talk and play with. the 2011 National Achievement honor academically promising Black sists of several distinguished speakers vocate for persons with disabilities for actually like to do, too! Girls like the same things, including Scholarship Program being referred American high school students. The who will discuss the many resources more than 20 years. If girls had sisters, it would be TV channels. Girls also have a lot of to United States colleges and uni- National Merit Scholarship Corpora- available to parents and educators to The Awareness Expo is sponsored easier to get a channel on TV they fun together, way more than girls versities. tion conducts this annual scholarship help students achieve their maximum by the Westfield PTC-Special Educa- like more often, instead of more boy would with boys. Girls need sisters These students demonstrated out- competition. potential. The program includes two, tion Committee, an organization that channels. In most houses, each child and families need girls. one-hour “break out” type sessions serves as a resource for teachers and has a turn to watch a TV channel that * * * starting promptly at 7:30 p.m., cover- the parents of regular-education and they like for a certain amount of Caitlin is a fourth grader at Wil- SPFHS’ Williams Named National ing an assortment of child-related top- special-education students. The com- time and then it rotates. Well, most son Elementary School. ics. Every program has been approved mittee is not funded by the school Achievement Scholarship Finalist for Professional Development Hours. budget and collects donations to sup- This year’s Expo will include the port its programs and annual fund- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD following topics: Parent Power: Em- raiser: The Katherine E. Cuthbertson – Lauren Williams, a Scotch Plains- powering the Parents to Deal with Memorial Fund. The Fund was estab- Fanwood High School senior, has Bullying Behavior; Technology: lished several years ago in memory of been named a finalist in the 2011 Teenager’s Friend or Foe?; The Im- 10-year-old Katie Cuthbertson, a Competition for National Achieve- Westfield resident and one of the first ment Scholarships. Hewit Named to students to pioneer inclusive educa- Lauren was one of the 800 students Clemson Dean’s List tion in the State of New Jersey. Each chosen from 1,600 named Semifinal- year, in honor of Katie’s pioneering ists in September 2010. All finalists CLEMSON, SC - Leanne Hewit, spirit, the Special Education Commit- will be considered for National of Westfield has been named to the tee presents a limited number of mon- Achievement Scholarships to be of- Dean’s List at Clemson University etary awards to eligible Westfield high fered to outstanding Black American for the fall 2010 semester. Leanne is school seniors. Unlike academic schol- students in 2011. Every finalist com- the daughter of David and Carol arships, this award recognizes the petes for one of the 700 one-time Hewit. student’s personal achievement and National Achievement $2,500 schol- Local Students Named growth both through their schooling arships, which will be awarded on a and outside activities. Additionally, regional representation basis. In ad- Lauren Williams to Dean’s List at Loyola the Fund is used to provide barrier- dition, corporate and business spon- free initiatives in the schools and/or sors will underwrite approximately The National Achievement Schol- BALTIMORE, MD. – Loyola University has announced the mem- free educational programs for parents 100 Achievement Scholarship awards arship Program was initiated in 1964 and teachers. for finalists who meet criteria set by specifically to honor academically bers of its Fall 2010 Dean’s List. In order to qualify for the Dean’s List The Expo is open to the public and the grantor. These winners will be promising Black American high free of charge. Pre-registration is not announced in April. school students. at Loyola, a student must have a GPA of at least 3.5 with a minimum required. For more information, e-mail READING IS FUN…Margaret Dolan, Superintendent of Westfield Public Schools, [email protected] recently visited Franklin Elementary School to help students celebrate Read of 15 credits. Across America Day. She read books to two third-grade classes and enjoyed a The following local students have or visit westfieldnjk12.org/ lively discussion with students, citing it as the highlight of her day. Bilingual Computer Classes achieved this honor: Dennis Bartsch, specialedparents. a member of the Class of 2012 from To Be Offered Free at UCC Westfield; Natalie Basile, a member Plainfield Public Library to Offer of the Class of 2011 from SPFHS Announces CRANFORD – Union County such as charts. Mountainside; Brian Checchio, a Three Free Workshops This Spring College’s Industry-Business Insti- Microsoft Office Word Part I will member of the Class of 2011 from Alumni Meeting PLAINFIELD – The Plainfield a.m., “Care and Keeping of Family tute will offer free bilingual (Span- be held on Thursday, April 7. Attend- Westfield; Tara Daly, a member of SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD – Public Library, located at 800 Park Treasures” will include tips on how to ish/English) Microsoft Office 2010 ees will learn how to create a basic the Class of 2011 from Westfield; The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Avenue, will offer free workshops care for personal papers, documents computer classes for the employees Word document, including how to Michele Eniclerico, a member of the School Alumni meeting will be held that are open to the public. and photographs. Handmade items of business owners. These courses edit the document, format text and Class of 2012 from Westfield; Alex at the high school at 7:30 p.m. on On Tuesday, March 29, from 10:30 such as quilts also will be discussed. will be offered in cooperation with paragraphs, insert a table, control the Furlong, a member of the Class of Tuesday, March 15. until 11:30 a.m., a genealogy work- On Saturday, April 30, from 1 to 2 the New Jersey Business and Indus- page setup and appearance of the 2014 from Westfield; Alexandra Alumni and the public shop for beginners entitled “Climb- p.m., the Plainfield Public Library’s try Association under a grant pro- document, and how to proofread the Kahrer, a member of the Class of are invited to attend and hear mem- ing Your Family Tree” will be of- preservation specialist, Len gram funded by the New Jersey De- document for accuracy. 2011 from Cranford; Tara Picaro, a bers of the cast of the high school’s fered. No prior experience with ge- Cummings, will offer “Caring For Your partment of Labor and Workforce Microsoft Office Word Part II will member of the Class of 2011 from Repertory Theatre discuss their ap- nealogy is necessary, only the desire Personal Library,” featuring tech- Development. be held on Thursday, April 21. At- Westfield; Jonathan Ramalho, a mem- pearances in Hairspray, to trace one’s ancestry. Reservations niques on caring for one’s personal For employees to be eligible for tendees will learn how to manage ber of the Class of 2011 from a family-friendly musical, presented are required. library. the courses offered through this pro- lists, customize tables and charts, Westfield, and Michael Verrier, a in March at the high school. Refresh- In celebration of Preservation Week Space is limited, so individuals are gram, they must be employed for at modify pictures in a document, cre- member of the Class of 2011 from ments will be served. in April, two workshops on preserving asked to call the Local History De- least 20 hours a week, be able to ate customized graphic elements, Westfield. For more information, call (908) personal items will be offered. On partment at (908) 757-1111, exten- provide a Social Security number control text flow and how to use 889-2084. Tuesday, April 26, from 10:30 to 11:30 sion no. 136, to reserve a space. and the employer name and number, macros. Roosevelt Revised and must be “on the clock” during For more information, call (908) the training sessions. 965-6024 or e-mail Honor Roll The courses will be held in single [email protected]. For more infor- WESTFIELD – Due to a program day, eight-hour sessions, from 8:30 mation on Union County College and error at Roosevelt Intermediate a.m. to 5 p.m. on the college’s Eliza- the Industry-Business Institute, visit School, the following names were beth Campus, Kellogg Building, at the college’s website: ucc.edu. omitted from the Honor Roll pub- 40 West Jersey Street. Microsoft Of- lished in the February 24 edition of fice Excel Part I will be held on Omar Al Amin Named The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Thursday, March 24. This course will Plains-Fanwood Times: teach attendees how to create basic To ECC Dean’s List Distinguished Honor Roll worksheets and workbooks, perform NEWARK – Westfield resident Grade 7 calculations, how to modify and for- Omar Al Amin was named to the Fall Devin Anderson, Caroline Felix, mat a worksheet and how to print and 2010 Semester Dean’s List at Essex Abigail Hurwitz, Ana Ionescu, Maya manage the content of a workbook. County College. Jonsson, Nicholas Lawrie, Erin Microsoft Office Excel Part II will Students must achieve a 3.5 or Malley, Rebecca Pariente, Christina be held on Thursday, March 31. At- higher grade point average to be in- Sloan, Scott Tupper, Christopher tendees will learn how to organize cluded on the list. Varano, Jessica Whang, Diana Wu table data, present data as charts and Grade 8 enhance the look and appeal of work- E-Readers Available Carli Arena, John Bunting, Cindy books by adding graphical objects Gong, Nicole Graf, Molly Hart, Kelly To Library Patrons Hogan, Nicholas Moynihan, Anthony Workshops to Focus SCOTCH PLAINS – Thanks to a Pirrone, Emily Posyton, Jordan gift from the Friends of the Scotch Robertson, Thomas Rohwetter, An- On Financial Aid Plains Public Library, six E-readers drew Ukrainskyj CRANFORD – During the month are now available for a two-week cir- Honor Roll of March, Union County College will culation to Scotch Plains cardholders. Grade7 host five Financial Aid Workshops. The library has purchased two Cameron Chin, David Collins, Kevin These workshops will provide pro- Kindles, two Kobos, a NookColor Currie, Cecile Fountain Jardim, spective students with the opportu- and a Nook. They are loaded with Samantha Gargiulo, Kathryn Helander, nity to learn about the type of finan- titles that are among the most re- Claire Magnanini, Carly Mc Devitt, cial aid that is available for college. quested from library patrons, such Hannah Mc Lane, Michael O’Brien, Attendees also will receive help with as “The Girl Who Kicked the Alyssa Pascoguin, Jack Petrovcik, Tyler applying for aid. Hornet’s Nest,” “Confession,” Roth, Alexandra Safonov, Carolina Union County College will host its “Room,” “Cutting for Stone” and Sanchez, Brooke Schaeffer, Chanel Financial Aid Workshops on the fol- “Hunger Games.” Holds may be Shum, Catherine Simon, Blake Taylor lowing days and times: Monday, placed on the readers, and special Grade 8 March 14, at 6 p.m. – Cranford cam- requests will be considered for down- Michael Armento, Phoebe Aronds, pus, located at 1033 Springfield Av- loads desired by the user. Each reader Meredith Bagger, Andrew Baker, enue; Tuesday, March 15, at 6 p.m. – circulates for two weeks, with no Elise Ballan, Jessica Bebel, Megan Plainfield campus, located at 232 East renewals at this time. Blutfield, Jill Burke, William Chan- Second Street; Wednesday, March This is a pilot program to explore dler, William Crenshaw, Katherine 16, at 6 p.m. – Elizabeth campus, how E-readers can be used as an Crowley, Kayleigh Denner, Colin located at 40 West Jersey Street; alternative source of reading mate- Dursee, Erin Frankel, Jane Franks, Thursday, March 17, 6 p.m. – rial. Plans are to load each reader Andrew Frantz, Alexander Fromm, Muhlenberg Harold B. and Dorothy with summer reading titles and vari- Alexandru Ionescu, Kayla Jackson, A. Snyder Schools, located at Park ous titles chosen by the several book Amber Johnson, Carly Kalis, Ian Avenue and Randolph Road in clubs that meet at the library. Pres- Knapp, Jacqueline Knapp, Timothy Plainfield; Saturday, March 19, at 10 ently, the program is limited to any Korth, Austin Kronick, Andrew a.m. – Elizabeth campus. 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OLIVER NETS 22 PTS, 6 ASSTS; JEGEDE NETS 19 PTS Raider Boys Stop JFK Surge, Win 63-56 in Sectional Hoops

By DAVID B. CORBIN “I will take a little blame for that. I rebounds and a blocked shot. The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times kind of pulled the kids back. Pulled Raiders would finish the game with Sparkling offensive play in the first the reins back! They had a tough time 19 assists. half and a 20-point lead after three turning it back on, but we got the “We did a good job passing the quarters was nearly overshadowed win,” Raider Head Coach Dan ball. We played excellently the first when the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Doherty said. half offensively, then we got a little High School boys basketball team The first-half sparkle came in the slow in the second half. We talked decided to relax its offense in its name of 13 assists, and Oliver dished about them trying to come after us. North Jersey, Group 3, Section 2 open- out five of his team-high six assists They came out with a triangle-two ing-round game against the JFK- during that time. Although he had no [defense], but we had other weapons Iselin Mustangs in Scotch Plains on points in the first quarter, Oliver, who and were just playing together and March 1. finished with three steals and a moving the ball,” Coach Doherty ex- The 13-9 Mustangs answered with blocked shot, sank 15 of his team- plained. a 19-2 run in the fourth quarter to high 22 points in the second half. The Raiders’ inside weapon in the first half was forward Matt Jegede who finished with 19 points, three blocked shots, two steals and two assists. He rolled in 10 points in the

first quarter and added another seven David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the second quarter to give the Raid- A FAMILY AFFAIR AT ATLANTIC CITY…Blue Devil Christian Barber, right, squares off at center mat with Conor ers a 39-24 lead at the half. The first Brennan of Brick Township in the 152-lb. semifinal bout as his father roots for him in the background. Barber won, 4-3, CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 in overtime then defeated Brearley’s Devin Geoghegan, 3-2, in overtime to become state champion. COUGAR GIACCIO BREAKS CRANFORD ALL-TIME CAREER WINS RECORD Christian Barber Nips Geoghegan in OT For NJSIAA 152-lb. Mat Championship

By DAVID B. CORBIN On March 6, that long drought of knew I wanted to be here,” Barber fourth-ranked John Sebastian (Bergen Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield “Stateless Champions” said. “I didn’t think I wrestled that Catholic) then demonstrated his stin- Thirty-five years ago (1976) the ended when Blue Devil Christian great of a match, but when I got done, giness by riding him out the entire David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Dal- Barber recorded an escape in the first I was state champ. That’s what mat- third period to grab a 2-0 decision to PILING UP THE POINTS…Raider Matt Jegede, No. 25, scored 19 points in the las Cowboys in Super Bowl 10, the 30-second overtime period, then con- ters.” advance to the quarterfinals. game against the JFK-Iselin Mustangs on March 1 in Scotch Plains. The Raiders Philadelphia Flyers ice hockey team trolled Devin Geoghegan of David This was the fifth showdown on “I have to be at this tournament, defeated the Mustangs, 63-56. defeated the Soviet Red Army team, Brearley throughout the third over- the mats with these two competitors, stingy with my points. I don’t want to narrow the 19-8 Raiders’ lead to 58- Sophomore forward Tom Bonacum 4-1, the Toronto Blue Jays were cre- time period to claim a 3-2 decision and now Barber had won four, but all give any points. I gave Geoghegan [in 54, but senior Charles Oliver came to (4 points, 4 rebounds) had three of his ated, Gerald Ford was President, the and the 152-lb. crown witnessed by a five bouts were very close. the Region 3 championship bout] the rescue with a driving lay-up with four assists in the first quarter when National Basketball League and the crowd of 10,288 at the NJSIAA cham- “Coming into the match wrestling three stand-ups, and that cost me the less than two minutes on the clock, the Raiders took an 18-12 lead. Se- American Basketball League agreed pionship at Boardwalk Hall in Atlan- Geoghegan for the fifth time, I knew match, so I learned from that. I am then added three free throws in the nior Pat Dougher, who had three as- on a merger, and Westfield’s Chuck tic City. it was going to be close. I had to do looking to win big each match,” Bar- final 35 seconds to secure a 63-56 sists, sank six of his nine points in the Cosenza won the 148-lb. state wres- “It was a great win for Christian what I could right at the end, when I ber said. victory. first quarter and finished with four tling title under the guidance of Head Barber. It was a great win for our was holding onto the leg. My top In his bout with Sebastian, Barber Coach Gary Kehler. program. I didn’t want to win this riding has improved. I think last year, thought he had a takedown in the first match to end a drought. We wanted to that was probably my weakness. I period, but the ref did not award the win this match because Christian wasn’t able to turn kids. I wasn’t able points. WESTFIELD’S CJ MEYER NETS 200TH CAREER GOAL Barber deserved it. He put in the time to hold kids down for more that 10 “I thought I finished. I thought I for years. This has been a long time seconds, but over the summer, I had a takedown too. I thought the ref coming. It’s good to see that hard worked on my top and bottom too. It called it, but it doesn’t matter if you work pays off. We teach our kids, if really helped,” Barber explained. “I win 15-1 or 1-0. I won the match, and Blue Devil Icemen Advance you do the right thing, you are going screamed as hard as I could when I I am moving on,” Barber said. “Three to be rewarded. Clearly, that’s what became state champ.” matches to go!” happened here,” Blue Devil Head Barber’s journey to the finals was Barber recorded a walk-around Coach Glen Kurz said. no easy cruise, as several of New takedown and an escape on Jefferson’s To Semis in State Tournament “This feeling is awesome. Through- Jersey’s best wrestlers stood in his Mike Monarque, who entered the bout out my whole life, I have been wres- way. His first step was a 7-1 decision with a 37-1 record, then controlled tling for it. Ever since freshman year over Tyler Mealy (Becton- him from the top, while attempting to The Westfield Blue Devils ice goaltender Alec Wells. Defensemen game with two goals and two assists, when I was witness to this event, I Wallington) where he recorded three turn him to his back to win a 3-0 hockey team established a new school Jon Macik and Colin Fitzhenry drew while senior CJ Meyer scored once takedowns, while demonstrating his decision. record by advancing to the semifinal assists on the goal, which broke a and collected three assists, including Probitas Verus Honos top-control proficiency. Next, Bar- “Right now, I am trying to build up round of the New Jersey State Inter- scoreless tie early in the third period. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 ber recorded a slip-under reversal on CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 scholastic Athletic Association tour- Nick Attanasio notched the insurance nament following a 2-0 shutout of the marker later in the period as the Blue Ridge Red Devils on March 4 at the Devils improved their season record Wayne Ice Vault. The Blue Devils, to 20-4-2. Senior Morgan Bungerz ranked fourth in the state Public A made 25 saves in the net for Westfield bracket were scheduled to face the en route to recording the victory. top-ranked Randolph Rams on March Westfield advanced to the quarter 8 at Codey Arena in West Orange for final with a convincing 6-1 win over WE ARE BUILDING ON OUR SUCCESS AND PROUDLY INTRODUCE OUR WESTFIELD ALC the right to play this Sunday, March Bergen County’s Tenafly Tigers in 13, in the state championship game at second round play on March 3 at Prudential Center in Newark. Warinanco Rink in Roselle. 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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 quarter was highlighted with a 9-0 cessful free throws, the Raiders reeled sively slowed us down. We weren’t run, and the second quarter featured off a 12-2 run to take a 25-point lead spreading out, not looking for the an 11-0 run. The Raiders also had (51-26) with 3:10 left in the third shots right away. That spilled over three offensive put-backs in the half. quarter that ended 53-33. defensively,” Coach Doherty said. The niftiest play of the second quar- Senior guard Daishon Robinson, Oliver brought the energy back in ter was Oliver’s behind-the-back as- who scored eight of his game-high 23 the nick of time, and with his formi- sist to Anthony Byers, who finished points in the second quarter, got the dable drives to the basket, which drew with two points and an assist. Mustangs rolling on that 19-2 run in fouls, awarding trips to the charity “We were working on a box-and- the final quarter, along with team- line, and his teammates tightening up one for three days. I said let’s pound mate A.J. Pichalski (14 points) and to own the boards, the Raiders pre- the ball down low and kill them on the Steve Alvarez (9 points). Robinson vailed. boards. They are not going to be able added nine points in the quarter, “We executed. We made foul shots to rebound out of it,” Coach Doherty Pichalski, who netted five points in at the end, got rebounds. They did said. the third quarter, put in another five, exactly what I told the kids. The kids With the help of four assists, and Alvarez sank seven points. don’t give up,” Coach Doherty said. Oliver’s steal that was converted to a “Defensively, we kind of lost our JFK Iselin 12 12 9 23 56 lay-up and Dom Gonzalez’s two suc- energy. Pulling it back a bit offen- Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 18 21 14 10 63

Courtesy of Bill Howard for The Westfield Leader and The Times CENTER OF ACTION…Westfield senior goaltender Morgan Bungerz, with help from Liam Devin, left, and Chris Kattak, makes one of his 25 saves in a 2-0 shutout win over Ridge on March 5 in an NJSIAA Public A quarterfinal match. Third- period goals by Henry O’Brien and Nick Attanasio propelled Westfield (20-4-2) into the state hockey semifinals for the first time in school history on March 8 against top-seeded Randolph.

Blue Devil Icemen Advance in State Tournament

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his 200th career point. Attanasio County and emerged with a 5-2 vic- ruary 26. Hilltopper Jeff Wyckoff con- added a goal and three assists, while tory on February 28 at Warinanco verted a pass from Liam McLaughlin sophomores Liam Devin and Sam Rink. CJ Meyer had a goal and three with 8:41 left in the second period to Meyer rounded out the scoring. assists to lead the attack, while give Summit the victory and its second In first round play, the Blue Devils O’Brien, Attanasio, Macik and Sam consecutive Union County champion- established a three-goal cushion Meyer collected one goal apiece. ship. Summit jumped into a 3-1 lead in against Monroe Falcons of Middlesex Freshman Dane Huber chipped in the first-period on goals by Travis with two assists and sophomore Nick Harden, McLaughlin and Mike WHS Girls Swimming Grawehr had one assist. Skyler Izzo Tsiang. Attanasio responded for and Nicholas Minerva replied for Westfield before CJ Meyer cut Public ‘A’ Addition: Monroe (12-9-1). Summit’s lead to 3-2 with a goal off Westfield High School Blue Devil Westfield’s three-game winning the opening face-off to start the sec- Loren Ball’s accomplishments in streak in the state tournament helped ond period. Summit re-established the Public “A” Championship vic- take the sting out of a 4-3 loss to the its two-goal cushion before O’Brien tory over Vineland on February 27 Summit Hilltoppers in the Union made it 4-3 with a power-play goal were inadvertently omitted. She ac- County championship game on Feb- with 1:26 left in the game. complished personal bests in the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 50-freestyle at 0:24.8 and the 100- DRIVING PAST AN OBSTACLE…Raider Dom Gonzalez, right, begins to drive past a JFK Mustang defender in the North freestyle at :50.0 where she placed Jersey, Group 3, Section 2 opening round game on March 1. The Raiders won, 63-56. fourth in both events.

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David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ABOUT TO BREAK A RECORD…Cougar Joe Giaccio, right, defeated Mike Maye of Bergen Catholic, 8-2, at 119 lbs. to ATTEMPTING TO TURN HIM WITH AN ARM BAR…Blue Devil Mike Kalimtzis, top, tries to turn Zach Valcare of become the all-time winningest wrestler in Cranford High School history with 129 wins. Lower Cape May with an arm bar in his 103-lb. preliminary bout. Kalimtzis won, 3-2.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 as much points an I can. I don’t want excited energy,” Giaccio said. neutral. He didn’t want to go on top of lbs., recorded a second-period escape Pelal Deeb (Passaic Tech). want to do. Every match, it’s great to to leave any close matches. All kids in “Breaking the school record for me and it was tied, 4-4,” Christiano and a takedown to hold onto a 3-2 Linden Head Coach Anthony get out there and wrestle. I love this my weight class are pretty much the wins was a goal that he had in the described. “I knew I had to pull some- decision over Zach Valcarce (Lower Reinoso was wondering how his sport, and it’s fun to be out there,” same level as me. I just have to show back of his mind. It is not something thing out of my hat to win the match.” Cape May). heavyweight, Austin Frank, would Frank said. “One match at a time!” that I am a little better than them,” that he goes and thinks about. He Christiano certainly did pull some- “I tried to be offensive. He was react to the crown, since it was Frank’s Frank’s chance to make the top- Barber said. doesn’t have it on his mind this week- thing out of his hat when he used a tough to get in on a shot. I got one first experience competing in Atlan- eight came up one bout short with a 7- Third-ranked, 33-1 Conor Brennan end. He is focused on wrestling one peculiar leg catch to pin Cimiluca 30 takedown, but I couldn’t keep it go- tic City. 3 loss to Peter Wolmart (Randolph). (Brick Township), whom Barber de- match at a time and reaching his over- seconds into the overtime. ing,” Kalimtzis said. “He was tough “He is a senior, and I am hoping Cranford’s Kyle Markovich feated, 5-3, in the All-Star Invita- all goal of placing in the states. He’s “It’s a shin whizzer tilt that coach on his feet, and he was pretty good on that he is not just happy to be here,” dropped a 9-6 decision to Vinnie tional on January 30, attempted to got a big match coming up, and he’s taught over the summer. I latched bottom. I was having trouble turning Coach Reinoso said. Leone (Marlboro) in the 130-lb. pre- block his passage in the semifinals. got some confidence, which is good onto it,” Christiano said. him with a half [nelson]” Frank responded well with an 8-3 liminaries. Brennan got the jump with a first- going into that match,” Coach Head Christiano seemed to be unfazed Kalimtzis did, however, nearly get decision over Trent Hampton Along with Barber, Region 3 had period takedown, but Barber battled Coach Darren Torsone said. by the crowd and took everything in a second takedown, which would have (Pennsville) before losing in the pre- two other champions in Brendan Calas to tie the bout, 3-3, to force overtime. Deutsch used his takedown ability stride. given him a cushion quarterfinals to Greg Velasco (Seton Hall Prep – 103 lbs.) and An- After a standing first period, Barber to defeat Giaccio, 12-2, then claimed “I have been wrestling good guys “I was trying to build a good lead, (Keyport), who finished third. Frank thony Ashnault (South Plainfield – controlled Brennan from the top for his second title with a 7-4 victory all year, so I pretty much know this but I didn’t finish it. It lets me know regrouped and defeated Cody Melton 112 lbs.). Westfield’s Anthony Pafumi 30 seconds, then escaped in the third over Troy Heilmann (South level of competition. Coach told me the next match, I am going to need to (Northern Burlington), 7-1, in the (St. Peter’s Prep) placed fifth at 171 period to earn a 4-3 victory and a trip Plainfield). Giaccio was holding a 2- ‘don’t look up into the stands, and I get that done,” he said. wrestleback. lbs., and Vic Pozsonyi (Roselle Park) to the championship bout. 0 lead over Bill Hagany (High Point), will do alright,’ ” he said. Kalimtzis dropped a 6-4, overtime “It’s great to be down here, but at finished seventh. Plainfield’s Dawud “The top work that I have been but got caught hanging his head too After losing his quarterfinal bout bout to Joe Ghione (Brick Memorial) the same time, I have to stay focused Hicks placed fifth at 189 lbs., and doing the last couple of weeks helped low, allowing Hagany to record a fall. to Steve Nelson (Haddon Township), in the pre-quarterfinals, then lost, 5- and come down here and do what I CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 me,” Barber said. “Without that 30- In his 160-lb. pre-quarterfinal bout, Christiano dropped a close, 4-2, deci- 3, to Carl Buttitta (JFK-Iselin) in the second ride-out, I am not making it to Cougar JP Christiano took a 2-0 lead sion to Kalyph Hardy (Central Town- wrestleback. the state finals. I am really happy on Alex Cimiluca (Glen Rock) with a ship) in the wrestlebacks. Cranford Cougar Matt DiGiovanni right now. I have one more match. It’s takedown. Blue Devil Mike Kalimtzis, at 103 was edged, 2-1, in the 145-lb. pre- not over yet!” “I got in on a single leg, stood it up, quarterfinals by Ray Bethea (Trenton Looking toward facing his familiar and he was doing good defense, so I Central), but recovered to defeat foe (Geoghegan) for all the marbles, just lifted him in the air. He lost his See more photos of the Parker Meytrott (Montville), 3-2, in Barber said, “I slipped up the last balance, and I got two,” Christiano NJSIAA Wrestling the first-round wrestleback. His abil- time, but I feel like I have this match. explained. Tournament on the ity to counter several switch reversal I feel very confident. I have to be But the bout was tied, 4-4, in regu- Cranford Online Sports attempts won him the bout. more stingy on escape points and lation to force overtime. “I was practicing switching a lot. I ride-outs.” “It was actually stupid on my part. section of The Westfield am comfortable in that position, and Last year, Coach Kurz had Barber We got into a scramble. I got out in Leader – goleader.com I have to be confident in my top bouncing up a weight class or even front, and I actually locked around ***** [position]. If I can hold anyone down two to face some of the state’s best his body and gave up an illegal point. Click “Cranford Sports” here, I can do the best I can,” wrestlers to prepare him for the golden He was actually ahead. At the begin- at bottom of page DiGiovanni said. moment. ning of the third [period], he went DiGiovanni lost his final bout to “He had a tough schedule. No doubt about it! He didn’t have an easy road. Conor Brennan is a tough kid. 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Barber Wins 152-lb. Heat, Slam Pour in Buckets State Championship Prep for FSPY 30+ Playoffs CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 A total team effort earned the The Slams managed to score only Connor Gabriel (Roselle Park) placed Heat a 61-39 win and the highest nine second-half points as the Griz- eighth. Zach Troutman (New Provi- single-game point total in the league zlies clawed their way back, switch- dence) placed fourth at heavyweight. this season. Four out of five Heat ing to a 2-3 zone defense. Grizzly CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: players scored in double figures led Steve Filler (10 points 13 rebounds) Hwt: — Bill Smith (High Point) d Jack by Jamal Berry (19 points, 13 re- Delia (North Hunterdon), 3-2 and Kevin Adams owned the paint 103: — Brendan Calas (Seton Hall Prep) bounds) and Steve Lee (18 points, 8 and cut the Slams lead to three points d Luis Gonzalez (North Bergen), 4-2, OT rebounds). with two minutes remaining. 112: — Anthony Ashnault (South The Heat was turned on low and Slammer Keith Karyczak’s free Plainfield) d Mike Magaldo (Watchung trailed by 10 early in the first half. Hills), 7-1 throws down the stretch were just 119: — Rob Deutsch (Eastern) d Troy Veteran captain Marc Rogoff (10 enough for the Slam to hold on for Heilmann (South Plainfield), 7-4 points, 8 rebounds) called a timeout the win. Slam improved to 2-6 to 125: — Nick Francavilla (High Point) d and the Heat came to life taking the earn a cellar-dwelling tie with the Kyle Casaletto (Southern), 3-0 lead with 6:25 remaining in the half. 130: — Anthony Perrotti (West Essex) d Grizzlies. Bryant Clagon ((Toms River South), 4- The Heat solidified their first-place For more information about the 2 with a 7-1 record. league, please call the Fanwood- 135: — TJ Miller (Camden Catholic) d A CHEERY ALL-STAR AFTERNOON…The Central Jersey All-Stars organize a group photo at the CHEERSPORT Hurricanes’ Jason Shann and Ava Scotch Plains “Y” at (908) 889-8880. Tyler Scotton (Willingboro), 4-1, 3 OT Nationals in Atlanta, Ga. See www.goleader.com – Click “Cranford Sports” on bottom. Movesesian scored 19 and 11 points, Next Games – Sunday, March 13: 140: — Drew Waggenhoffer (High Point) respectively. Despite their quick Fanwood-Scotch Plains “Y” d Joe Orecchio (Don Bosco Prep), 6-2 10 a.m. H Slams vs A Hurricanes 145: — James Green (Willingboro) md C J All-Stars Cheerleaders Place 1-2-3 At Cheersport Nationals start and early lead the ‘Canes were 11 a.m. H Heat vs A Bulldogs Nick Alpher (Paramus), 16-4 downgraded to a tropical depres- Monday, March 14 152: — Christian Barber (Westfield) d sion, and a season record of 3-5. Terrill Middle School: Devin Geoghegan (Brearley), 3-2 3 OT The Central Jersey All-Star (CJA) high, and they experience teamwork. www.goleader.com – Online Exclu- The Slams muzzled the Grizzlies, 6:30 p.m. H Bulldogs vs Slams A 160: — Ryan Harrington (W. Morris – Cheerleading Large Senior 4 Team For expanded version, visit sive – Cranford Sports 7:30 p.m. H Hurricanes vs Grizzlies A Mendhan) d Jadaen Bernstein placed first, making them national 33-27, but tight rims kept the game (Voorhees), 3-2 champions at the CHEERSPORT close early. Once the scoring began, FSPY 30+ STANDINGS: 171: — Ethan Orr (High Point) d Tevin it was back-and-forth until the very Shaw (Piscataway), 6-3 2011 National Cheerleading and Westfield 4th Grade Girls TEAM W L 189: — James Fox (St. Peter’s Prep) d Dance Championship in Atlanta, Ga. end. The Grizzlies took an early, 6-0 Heat 7 1 Dallas Winston (Jackson Mem.), 7-0 on February 19-20. lead, but midway in the first half, the Bulldogs 6 2 215: — Andrew Campolattamo (Bound Slams went on a 24-6 run behind Hurricanes 3 5 Brook) p Mike Zeuli (Cherokee), :47 CJA Small Senior 5 finished sec- Basketball League Action: Grizzles 2 6 ond, Small Junior 1 placed third Frank Schmidt’s 12 points. Slam 2 6 and Small Junior 3 placed sixth. The Bearcats had their strongest There was an exciting defensive Raider Cagers Level CHEERSPORT hosts the world’s offensive output of the year, high- battle between Coach Tom Hatch’s West Side Girls, 66-43 largest national cheerleading and lighted by the dominant play of Thalia Notre Dame team and Coach An- dance championships featuring the Grandetti, Samantha Bebel and Nicole thony Scaglione’s Pittsburgh squad. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Scheuermann. Sarah Landriau con- Both teams focused on lockdown School girls basketball team advanced cheerleading world’s bid opportunities with over 900 teams compet- tinued to excel on both ends of the man-to-man defense, keeping the to the second round of the North court with extra effort plays that led game close throughout its duration. Jersey, Group 3, Section 3 Tourna- ing. CJA is a 15-year-old competitive to scoring opportunities for her team- Julia Romano, Anne Friel and ment with a 66-43 victory over New- mates. Sonyia Dalvi showed a few Brianna Hatch led the scoring for ark West Side in Newark on March 1. cheerleading organization for boys and girls of all ages and skill levels. new moves that led to multiple scor- Notre Dame, with Samantha Colucci Evie Klotz led the 15-11 Raiders ing opportunities off the dribble. Late and Briana Whitman contributing with 16 points, which included a pair CJA, located in Kenilworth, is focused on providing the necessary in the game, Daley Brown threw a key points also. Romano and Caitlin of 3-pointers and six free throws. pinpoint pass to a cutting Grace Haviland led in rebounds, with help Aysia Peterson grabbed 18 rebounds training for young athletes, between the ages of 5 and 19, to compete in Gruters for a lay-up. The unsung hero from Ellie Curry and Julia Salvato. and added 14 points. Taylor Seboala of the play was Olivia Pierce, who set Lauren Triarsi, Emma Herber and bucketed 14 points, including four 3- the competitive cheer arena. 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Maddy Covington set up a Defensively, Kate Murphy and Tay- Reading is Good For You ball League seeks experienced number of amazing picks to free up lor Venturino clogged the middle players for its competitive slow- her teammates. Carlee Swanson and let no opponents in for open pitch softball season in both the pulled down numerous rebounds and shots. Grace Urbano and Amanda 50+ Division (birth year of 1961 or proceeded to push the ball up the Szaro handled the ball and contrib- earlier) and the 60+ Division (birth floor on many fast breaks for lay- uted points via slick moves to the year of 1951 or earlier). ups. Olivia Miedrzynski displayed basket, resulting in lay-ups or as- BASKETBALL CHAMPS…Scotch Plains’ Immaculate Heart of Mary’s (IHM) Each of our 18 teams plays two excellent dribbling skills and made sists. Bridget and Samantha domi- 5th grade boy’s basketball team captured placed first in the Clark Crusader games per week, beginning in mid- crisp, sharp, passes throughout. nated the boards with 23 rebounds Holiday Tournament. MVP Ryan Muench scored the winning 3-point basket to defeat the Clark Crusaders, 45-43. IHM also faced teams from Cranford, April and ending with league play- Caitlin Amman continued her great between them. The team missed the Westfield, Roselle and New Providence. Pictured, left to right, are: bottom row, offs in August. If interested, please shooting and also grabbed a few re- clutch shooting of Hailey Longstreet Michael Gross, Patrick Downey, Ryan Lee and Trent Miller; middle row, Ryan e-mail [email protected] bounds. 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In addition to his two All- Dougher ranked 11th in America Conference honors, he was named to East in scoring, second in free throw the America East All-Rookie team as Summers to Compete shooting and second in three-point- a freshman in 2009. In Ski Championships WARWICK, NY. – The New Jer- sey Ski Racing Association (NJSRA) WF 8th Boys Place Second has announced its JIV Champions that will compete in the 2011 Eastern Region Championships. In Teaneck Hoops Tourney Westfield resident, Tom Summers, age 12, will be among the NJSRA The Westfield 8th grade boys “A” regulation and Tha Ballers leading David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times racers who will now advance to com- DANGEROUS OFFENSIVELY AND DEFENSIVELY…Cougar sophomore guard Jess McCoy, No. 20, scored a game- basketball team, coached by Keith by three, 51-48, Westfield moved Gabloff, finished second in the petition amongst the top 160 ski rac- high 16 points and added seven rebounds, three assists and a steal against the Lady Millburn Millers. the ball to the open man, Eli ers on the East Coast on March 20-22 Teaneck Youth Basketball Presidents Wirtshafter, who sank a 3-pointer to Week Tournament after losing in the at the Waterville Valley Resort in tie the score, 51-51, and force over- New Hampshire. This is Summers’ MILLER GETS 6 STEALS, 5 ASSTS; GOELLER 5 ASSTS championship game in overtime, 59- time. Linden outscored Westfield in 53, to Tha Ballers, an AAU team first year attending the Eastern Re- the three-minute overtime, 8-2, to gion Championships and third con- from Linden. secure the victory. Westfield raised the level of their secutive year as a part of the State Ski Westfield also got excellent play Team. Cougars’ Press, Assists Grind play to match the intensity of the and big baskets from Colin Dursee, Summers has competed in four high-flying Ballers. Kelly Hogan and Pat Culhane and Danny McHugh. Sean Elliott led Westfield with 21 qualifier races over the winter, skiing Sean Brennan battled hard under the slalom and giant slalom at Hidden points and 15 points, respectively. boards to secure rebounds and Kevin Hogan was named the winner of the Valley (Vernon), and Mountain Creek Millburn Lady Cagers, 64-34 Irving navigated through the Linden (Vernon) and his home mountain of Sportsmanship Award for his out- pressure with quickness and heady standing play in a losing effort. Point Mount Peter (Warwick, NY). He fin- passes. Westfield players who missed ished in third place (3) times and By DAVID B. CORBIN strategy difficult to defend. Goeller, sure tactics to win the third quarter, guard Danny Mitchell directed the the game were Jack Bunting and Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times seventh place, respectively. who finished with 11 points, includ- 12-6. McCoy rolled in six points, and Westfield offense and distributed the Mitchell Figueroa. Pressure basketball right from the ing three 3-pointers, had two steals freshman Mairead McKeary, who fin- ball effectively under intense pres- The championship game was a start combined with a multitude of and also came through with five as- ished with 11 points, sank four points, sure Linden. As time ran down in rematch of an earlier pool-play game, Reading is Good For You assists put the fourth-seeded Cranford sists – four came in the first quarter. while sophomore Kate McGovern (3 also won by Tha Ballers, 44-41. High School Lady Cougars on a di- Miller sank 13 points, including a rebounds, 4 points) added a lay-up. See Cranford/Millburn Westfield advanced to the champi- rect path to a 64-34 victory the over pair of 3-pointers, and also distrib- After the first few minutes of the onship game for the rematch against fifth-seeded Millburn Millers in the uted five assists. fourth quarter, the Cougars gave their story on the Cranford Tha Ballers with hard fought victo- second round of the North Jersey, “We have been working on putting entire bench an opportunity to see Online Sports section of ries against the Hackensack Com- Group 3, Section 2 Tournament in Morgan at the point so Jenna can get action, and the result was a 12-3 ad- The Westfield Leader – ets, 50-44, and the Gym Ratz, 53-39. Cranford on March 3. more of her shots off and try to get vantage. Sara Gugliucci scored the Westfield’s overall season record Cranford’s vicious pressure tactics goleader.com into a flow. Sometimes Morgan will Cougars’ final seven points. Carly ***** currently stands at 34-5 as the team totally ground the Lady Millers’ of- bring it up the floor, and sometimes Mauchione added an assist and a pair looks forward to league playoff tour- fensive game to a halt, while their Jenna will bring it up the floor. It of thefts. Click “Cranford Sports” naments in both the Garden State versatile offensive approach allowed works better when there is not one Miller was especially pleased to at bottom of page League and the Central Jersey goleader.com/subscribe the Cougars to consistently find an person in one specific position,” see all of her teammates get a chance League. open man en route to a 23-3 advan- Coach Dyer said. to see action in a second-round state tage after in the first quarter. Sophomore Jess McCoy (7 re- playoff game. “It’s definitely a good The pressure tactics led to 11 Cou- bounds, 3 assists, steal) was the re- feeling. It boosts our confidence a gar steals in the first three quarters, cipient of several of those assists and little, but what we need to take away “Our success is evidenced in our results.” and junior Morgan Miller had the finished with a game-high 16 points. from this game is being intense all the busiest fingers with six steals and two “I usually look for Morgan or Jess, time. We can’t let it get to our head at Michael Scott, Manager blocked shots. because they are always taking nice all,” she said. “We were trying to read their eyes cuts. Morgan is always open on the 3- As they have been doing most of to know where they were passing. I point line for a shot,” said Goeller, the season, the Cougars were quite Congratulations Agents of the Month! was trying to get a hand on it. Even if who added, “They went to me as proficient from the foul line, hitting I don’t get the steal, at least you get a well.” 14-for-17 for 82 percent. deflection and maybe one of your Both teams entered the showdown “We take a lot of free throws in teammates will get the steal,” Miller with 20-5 records, so such a lopsided practice. A lot! When we do things, explained. “We definitely wanted to score may not have been expected in when we do two girls, they need to come out with a lot of intensity from the beginning. make 10 before they get a drink. An- the beginning and give them no hope “Our conference is very competi- other two girls, they need to make 10 that they would be able to win the tive, and we were very prepared for before they get a drink,” Coach Dyer game.” this game, because of how competi- said. “We didn’t press at all this whole tive it is,” Goeller said. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN The pressure tactics led to 11 Cou- nament is coming. Why not? We have Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times gar steals in the first three quarters, been really working on our zone de- Pressure basketball right from the and junior Morgan Miller had the fense. We have really been working start combined with a multitude of busiest fingers with six steals and two on our press, and the girls did a great assists put the fourth-seeded Cranford blocked shots. job,” Cougar Head Coach Jackie Dyer High School Lady Cougars on a di- “We were trying to read their eyes said. rect path to a 64-34 victory the over to know where they were passing. I Offensively, with Miller and sopho- fifth-seeded Millburn Millers in the was trying to get a hand on it. Even if more guard Jenna Goeller switching second round of the North Jersey, I don’t get the steal, at least you get a at the point, the Millers found the Group 3, Section 2 Tournament in deflection and maybe one of your strategy difficult to defend. Goeller, Cranford on March 3. teammates will get the steal,” Miller who finished with 11 points, includ- Cranford’s vicious pressure tactics explained. “We definitely wanted to ing three 3-pointers, had two steals totally ground the Lady Millers’ of- come out with a lot of intensity from and also came through with five as- fensive game to a halt, while their the beginning and give them no hope sists – four came in the first quarter. versatile offensive approach allowed that they would be able to win the Miller sank 13 points, including a the Cougars to consistently find an game.” pair of 3-pointers, and also distrib- open man en route to a 23-3 advan- “We didn’t press at all this whole uted five assists. tage after in the first quarter. season, so [we thought] the state tour- “We have been working on putting Morgan at the point so Jenna can get

more of her shots off and try to get David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times into a flow. Sometimes Morgan will ATTAINING THAT MAGIC NUMBER…Cougar Joe Giaccio, right, has his hand raised by the ref after defeating Mike bring it up the floor, and sometimes Maye of Bergen Catholic, 8-2, in the 119-lb pre-quarterfinals at the NJSIAA championships. With that victory, Giaccio set CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 a new all-time Cranford High School record for career victories with 129. COUGARS DiGIOVANNI, CHRISTIANO WIN BOUTS AT ATLANTIC CITY WF’s Barber Wins 152-lb State Crown, Giaccio Breaks CHS Career Win Record

By DAVID B. CORBIN tling for it. Ever since freshman year that was probably my weakness. I fourth-ranked John Sebastian (Bergen Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times when I was witness to this event, I wasn’t able to turn kids. I wasn’t able Catholic) then demonstrated his stin- Thirty-five years ago (1976) the knew I wanted to be here,” Barber to hold kids down for more that 10 giness by riding him out the entire Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Dal- said. “I didn’t think I wrestled that seconds, but over the summer, I third period to grab a 2-0 decision to las Cowboys in Super Bowl 10, the great of a match, but when I got done, worked on my top and bottom too. It advance to the quarterfinals. Philadelphia Flyers ice hockey team I was state champ. That’s what mat- really helped,” Barber explained. “I “I have to be at this tournament, defeated the Soviet Red Army team, ters.” screamed as hard as I could when I stingy with my points. I don’t want to 4-1, the Toronto Blue Jays were cre- This was the fifth showdown on became state champ.” give any points. I gave Geoghegan [in ated, Gerald Ford was President, the the mats with these two competitors, Barber’s journey to the finals was the Region 3 championship bout] three National Basketball League and the and now Barber had won four, but all no easy cruise, as several of New stand-ups, and that cost me the match, American Basketball League agreed five bouts were very close. Jersey’s best wrestlers stood in his so I learned from that. I am looking to on a merger, and Westfield’s Chuck “Coming into the match wrestling way. His first step was a 7-1 decision win big each match,” Barber said. Cosenza won the 148-lb state wres- Geoghegan for the fifth time, I knew over Tyler Mealy (Becton- In his bout with Sebastian, Barber David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times tling title under the guidance of Head it was going to be close. I had to do Wallington) where he recorded three thought he had a takedown in the STRONG ON DEFENSE…Cougar sophomore forward Kate McGovern had Coach Gary Kehler. what I could right at the end, when I takedowns, while demonstrating his first period, but the ref did not award four rebounds, a steal and four points against the Millburn Millers in a 64-34 On March 6, that long drought of was holding onto the leg. My top top-control proficiency. Next, Bar- the points. Cranford win. Westfield “Stateless Champions” riding has improved. I think last year, ber recorded a slip-under reversal on CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 ended when Blue Devil Christian Use Someone Personal This Year For Your Taxes Barber recorded an escape in the first 30-second overtime period, then con- MICHAEL SERICO, CPA trolled Devin Geoghegan of David Brearley throughout the third over- Serico & Dubnik, PC time period to claim a 3-2 decision and the 152-lb crown witnessed by a crowd of 10,288 at the NJSIAA championship at Boardwalk Hall in Atlan- 636 Central Avenue tic City. “It was a great win for Christian Westfield, NJ Barber. It was a great win for our program. I didn’t want to win this 908-228-2113 match to end a drought. We wanted to win this match, because Christian www.sdcpanj.com Barber deserved it. He put in the time [email protected] for years. This has been a long time coming. It’s good to see that hard work pays off. We teach our kids, if you do the right thing, you are going Free Initial Consultation to be rewarded. Clearly, that’s what happened here,” Blue Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz said. The Family Law Department of “This feeling is awesome. Through- Dughi & Hewit Presents out my whole life, I have been wres- Probitas Verus Honos

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “I thought I finished. I thought I second ride-out, I am not making it to career victories, previously owned by takedown. Christiano dropped a close, 4-2, de- Cape May). had a takedown too. I thought the ref the state finals. I am really happy Greg Donofrio (128 – 2002). “I got in on a single leg, stood it up, cision to Kalyph Hardy (Central “I tried to be offensive. He was called it, but it doesn’t matter if you right now. I have one more match. It’s “It is sweet to have! I should have and he was doing good defense, so I Township) in the wrestlebacks. tough to get in on a shot. I got one win 15-1 or 1-0. I won the match, and not over yet!” had it for a while now. It’s great to be just lifted him in the air. He lost his Blue Devil Mike Kalimtzis, at 103- takedown, but I couldn’t keep it go- I am moving on,” Barber said. “Three Looking toward facing his familiar the most winningest wrestler in balance, and I got two,” Christiano lbs, recorded a second-period escape ing,” Kalimtzis said. “He was tough matches to go!” foe (Geoghegan) for all the marbles, Cranford history,” Giaccio com- explained. and a takedown to hold onto a 3-2 on his feet, and he was pretty good on Barber recorded a walk-around Barber said, “I slipped up the last time, mented. But the bout was tied, 4-4, in regu- decision over Zach Valcarce (Lower CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 takedown and an escape on Jefferson’s but I feel like I have this match. I feel But Giaccio knew he had a very Mike Monarque, who entered the bout very confident. I have to be more large obstacle facing him next in top- with a 37-1 record, then controlled stingy on escape points and ride-outs.” seeded and returning state champion him from the top, while attempting to Last year, Coach Kurz had Barber Rob Deutsch of Eastern. turn him to his back to win a 3-0 bouncing up a weight class or even “I am very excited. I have a lot of decision. two to face some of the state’s best excited energy,” Giaccio said. “Right now, I am trying to build up wrestlers to prepare him for the golden “Breaking the school record for as much points an I can. I don’t want moment. wins was a goal that he had in the to leave any close matches. All kids “He had a tough schedule. No doubt back of his mind. It is not something in my weight class are pretty much about it! He didn’t have an easy road. that he goes and thinks about. He the same level as me. I just have to Conor Brennan is a tough kid. That doesn’t have it on his mind this week- show that I am a little better than kid, Sebastian, you are going to be end. He is focused on wrestling one them,” Barber said. hearing about him, but mentally, he match at a time and reaching his Third-ranked, 33-1 Conor Brennan was tough enough to get the job done overall goal of placing in the states. (Brick Township), whom Barber de- today,” Coach Kurz said. He’s got a big match coming up, and feated, 5-3, in the All-Star Invita- Cranford Cougar Joe Giaccio re- he’s got some confidence, which is tional on January 30, attempted to corded a 12-4, majority decision over good going into that match,” Coach block his passage in the semifinals. Mike Marotti (West Essex), then de- Head Coach Darren Torsone said. Brennan got the jump with a first- feated Mike Maye (Bergen Catholic), Deutsch used his takedown ability period takedown, but Barber battled 8-2, in the 119-lb pre-quarterfinals to to defeat Giaccio, 12-2, then claimed to tie the bout, 3-3, to force overtime. become the Cranford High School all- his second title with a 7-4 victory After a standing first period, Barber time winningest wrestler with 129 over Troy Heilmann (South controlled Brennan from the top for Plainfield). Giaccio was holding a 2- 30 seconds, then escaped in the third NJSIAA Wrestling photos 0 lead over Bill Hagany (High Point) period to earn a 4-3 victory and a trip on www.goleader.com but got caught hanging his head too to the championship bout. Click “Photo Library” low, allowing Hagany to record a fall. “The top work that I have been In his 160-lb pre-quarterfinal bout, doing the last couple of weeks helped Click 11mar06-njsiaa-wrest Cougar JP Christiano took a 2-0 lead me,” Barber said. “Without that 30- ***** on Alex Cimiluca (Glen Rock) with a

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 bottom. I was having trouble turning first experience competing in Atlan- Plainfield – 112-lbs). Westfield’s him with a half [nelson]” tic City. Anthony Pafumi (St. Peter’s Prep) Kalimtzis did, however, nearly get “He is a senior, and I am hoping placed fifth at 171-lbs, and Vic a second takedown, which would have that he is not just happy to be here,” Pozsonyi (Roselle Park) finished sev- given him a cushion Coach Reinoso said. enth. Plainfield’s Dawud Hicks placed “I was trying to build a good lead, Frank responded well with an 8-3 fifth at 189-lbs, and Connor Gabriel but I didn’t finish it. It lets me know decision over Trent Hampton (Roselle Park) placed eighth. Zach the next match, I am going to need to (Pennsville) before losing in the pre- Troutman (New Providence) placed get that done,” he said. quarterfinals to Greg Velasco fourth at heavyweight. Kalimtzis dropped a 6-4, overtime (Keyport), who finished third. Frank CHAMPIONSHIP BOUTS: bout to Joe Ghione (Brick Memorial) regrouped and defeated Cody Melton Hwt: — Bill Smith (High Point) d Jack in the pre-quarterfinals, then lost, 5- (Northern Burlington), 7-1, in the Delia (North Hunterdon), 3-2 3, to Carl Buttitta (JFK-Iselin) in the wrestleback. 103: — Brendan Calas (Seton Hall Prep) d Luis Gonzalez (North Bergen), 4-2, OT wrestleback. “It’s great to be down here, but at 112: — Anthony Ashnault (South Cranford Cougar Matt DiGiovanni the same time, I have to stay focused Plainfield) d Mike Magaldo (Watchung was edged, 2-1, in the 145-lb pre- and come down here and do what I Hills), 7-1 quarterfinals by Ray Bethea (Tren- want to do. Every match, it’s great to 119: — Rob Deutsch (Eastern) d Troy Heilmann (South Plainfield), 7-4 ton Central) but recovered to defeat get out there and wrestle. I love this 125: — Nick Francavilla (High Point) d Parker Meytrott (Montville), 3-2, in sport, and it’s fun to be out there,” Kyle Casaletto (Southern), 3-0 the first-round wrestleback. His abil- Frank said. “One match at a time!” 130: — Anthony Perrotti (West Essex) d ity to counter several switch reversal Frank’s chance to make the top- Bryant Clagon (Toms River South), 4-2 135: — TJ Miller (Camden Catholic) d attempts won him the bout. eight came up one bout short with a Tyler Scotton (Willingboro), 4-1, 3 OT “I was practicing switching a lot. I 7-3 loss to Peter Wolmart (Randolph). 140: — Drew Waggenhoffer (High Point) am comfortable in that position, and Cranford’s Kyle Markovich d Joe Orecchio (Don Bosco Prep), 6-2 I have to be confident in my top dropped a 9-6 decision to Vinnie 145: — James Green (Willingboro) md Nick Alpher (Paramus), 16-4 [position]. If I can hold anyone down Leone (Marlboro) in the 130-lb pre- 152: — Christian Barber (Westfield) d here, I can do the best I can,” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times liminaries. Devin Geoghegan (Brearley), 3-2 3 OT HAVING A GREAT FOURTH QUARTER…Senior Sara Gugliucci, No. 24, scored the Cougars’ final seven points in a 64- DiGiovanni said. Along with Barber, Region 3 had 160: — Ryan Harrington (W. Morris – 34 victory over the Millburn Millers in the North Jersey, Group 3, Section 2 quarterfinals in Cranford. DiGiovanni lost his final bout to two other champions in Brendan Mendhan) d Jadaen Bernstein (Voorhees), 3-2 Pelal Deeb (Passaic Tech). Calas (Seton Hall Prep – 103-lbs) 171: — Ethan Orr (High Point) d Tevin Linden Head Coach Anthony and Anthony Ashnault (South Shaw (Piscataway), 6-3 Reinoso was wondering how his 189: — James Fox (St. Peter’s Prep) d heavyweight, Austin Frank, would Dallas Winston (Jackson Mem.), 7-0 Cougars’ Press, Assists Grind Millers, 64-34 Probitas Verus Honos 215: — Andrew Campolattamo (Bound react to the crown, since it was Frank’s Brook) p Mike Zeuli (Cherokee), :47 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Jenna will bring it up the floor. It cuts. Morgan is always open on the 3- Mauchione added an assist and a pair works better when there is not one point line for a shot,” said Goeller, of thefts. person in one specific position,” who added, “They went to me as well.” Miller was especially pleased to Coach Dyer said. Both teams entered the showdown see all of her teammates get a chance Sophomore Jess McCoy (7 re- with 20-5 records, so such a lopsided to see action in a second-round state bounds, 3 assists, steal) was the re- score may not have been expected in playoff game. “It’s definitely a good cipient of several of those assists and the beginning. feeling. It boosts our confidence a finished with a game-high 16 points. “Our conference is very competi- little, but what we need to take away “I usually look for Morgan or Jess, tive, and we were very prepared for from this game is being intense all the because they are always taking nice this game, because of how competi- time. We can’t let it get to our head at tive it is,” Goeller said. all,” she said. ** A Cougar Snack ** The Cougars eased up on the press As they have been doing most of in the second quarter, and Lady Mill- the season, the Cougars were quite ers did, however, show that they were proficient from the foul line, hitting West Morris Cagers Top competitive by winning the quarter, 14-for-17 for 82 percent. 22-17, which included an 11-2 run. “We take a lot of free throws in Lady Cougars for Title “When we eased up a little, they practice. A lot! When we do things, Shayna Ericksen scored 31 points got some easy looks, and we needed when we do two girls, they need to to lead the West Morris girls basket- to focus on coming with intensity,” make 10 before they get a drink. ball team to a 53-42 victory over the Miller said. Another two girls, they need to make Cranford Cougars in the North Jer- The Cougars returned to the pres- 10 before they get a drink,” Coach sey, Group 3, Section2 championship sure tactics to win the third quarter, Dyer said. game in Long Valley on March 7. 12-6. McCoy rolled in six points, and Cranford’s next stop was to be at Junior Morgan Miller led the 22-6 freshman Mairead McKeary, who fin- Chatham, 61-36 winners over Scotch Cougars with 13 points, including ished with 11 points, sank four points, Plains-Fanwood, on March 5 to play one 3-pointer. Jess McCoy scored 10 while sophomore Kate McGovern (3 the top-seeded Cougars, with their points, and Sara Gugliucci banged rebounds, 4 points) added a lay-up. star player Amanda Berntsen. three 3-pointers for nine points. After the first few minutes of the Miller said, “I think they are defi- Mairead McKeary had five points, fourth quarter, the Cougars gave their nitely beatable. 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I have a Ph.D. in How better to give back and support this WF-BOE VP Ann Ormsby Cary all over New Jersey put in the extra hours spend beyond its means. I am looking Curriculum and Instruction, have been a great community than by using my listen- to develop a budget that will support the forward to hearing all of the details of this teacher, staff developer, administrator, ing, leadership, and problem solving Announces Re-election Candidacy efforts of the local schools and be passed budget process but I would have pre- researcher, writer, and professor. My di- skills, as well as my deep understanding by the community. Since I am running for ferred to have seen a budget that was flat verse and extensive background in edu- of curriculum and learning in the service I am seeking reelection to the Westfield cant decisions. Board members are pub- the school board in the election on with last year, if not below, despite the cation will bring personal passion and a of our children? I am a member of the Board of Education because I believe my lic servants and need to understand the Wednesday, April 27th, I would like to fact that we received more aid from the fresh perspective to the challenges facing Education Fund of Westfield, volunteer proven leadership is needed in these dif- needs of the community. offer you my thoughts on this process and state in the amount of $845,000. our district. I have a global view – one in Franklin working in first through fourth ficult times to maintain the quality of our Two years ago, when I chaired the the approach that I wish we could adopt in That brings us back to the zero based that I would like the opportunity to apply grade classrooms supporting students’ schools while being mindful of the costs Long Range Planning committee we Westfield. budget idea. We should give it a try. We to our local needs. reading and writing, and also volunteer at we are asking our taxpayers to bear. started the strategic planning process with “Zero-based budgeting” as described should have every administrator in every I received my Bachelor of Science in the Westfield Food Pantry. I am the Vice President of the School a community survey which is a great way in Wikipedia is a technique of planning school in the district sit down and justify Psychology from Tufts University, a If elected, I will bring the perspectives Board and have served on the Board for six to receive information from our residents. and decision-making which reverses the every single dollar that is spent within Master of Science in Teaching, and as of both a parent and an educator to the years. During my tenure I have had a I have also served as the Board’s liai- working process of traditional budget- their four walls and the board should do mentioned above, a Doctorate in Cur- task, and will make decisions based on “thorough and efficient” education on how son to the Tamaques, Edison and Jefferson ing. In traditional incremental budgeting, the same with the centralized spending riculum and Instruction from Fordham evidence, community opinion, and stu- to run a school district. In this position we communities. It’s always exciting for me departmental managers justify only in- that happens at the district level. I would University. In addition, I am a consultant dents’ needs. I would like the opportunity are regularly called on to make decisions to hear about all of the ways that parents creases over the previous year budget and find it very hard to believe that on a $92 for a leadership training and coaching to be a new voice of positive change and in areas way outside of the typical person’s are supporting our schools. We have very what has been already spent is automati- million budget, we could not find spend- company that works with complex orga- progress that keeps teaching and learning comfort zone. You learn to rely on and active PTOs here in Westfield and I be- cally sanctioned. By contrast, in zero- ing to be taken out. If it means that we nizations utilizing a systems based ap- in the forefront. I will do that by focusing question the experts, solicit community lieve that this is one reason why we have based budgeting, every department func- need to go back to the teachers for their proach. on Accessibility, Accountability, and input, think critically and creatively to such a good school system. tion is reviewed comprehensively and all support, then so be it. We cannot continue If elected, I look forward to the oppor- Advocacy. Finally, I believe that open solve problems, formulate a coherent po- I also served for several years as the expenditures must be approved, rather to spend every dollar that we take in tunity to capitalize on the wonderful re- communication is imperative and I will sition, negotiate with others on the Board, Board’s liaison to the Garden State Coali- than only increases. No reference is made without establishing a cushion for the sources we have in this district and use work hard to ensure that all points of view and then move forward to a decision. tion. The Garden State Coalition is a group to the previous level of expenditure. future. We are looking down the tracks at my knowledge of curriculum, teaching, are heard and respected; it’s really the Frankly, it takes a few years on the of suburban school districts, which advo- What a concept! Now, I realize that our a train called “increasing enrollments” and learning to make informed proactive only way we can provide the exceptional Board to simply learn enough about bud- cates for policies and laws in Trenton that Westfield School Board is not the only and if we do not prepare now, we will decisions in the best interest of all our education we expect for all students. geting, curriculum planning, State legis- benefit school districts like ours. Due to governmental organization to approach have an even bigger problem in a few 6,000 students. Please feel free to contact me at lation and Executive Orders, policy de- my involvement with the Coalition, I un- the budget process by using the prior year years. I moved to Westfield with my husband [email protected] or velopment, contract negotiations, person- derstand what we must do in the coming as the base. In fact, it is my perception that Yes, we have a great town and people David and two sons, Jacob and Dylan, in visit me on Facebook at “Rosanne nel issues, and long range planning to years to best influence the Governor and almost all governments, school boards have moved here and expanded their fami- 2003. Jacob and Dylan attend Roosevelt Kurstedt for the Westfield School Board.” begin to have a fully effective voice on the Legislature to preserve our ability to and the like follow the same process. But lies here, but if we do not keep up with the Intermediate School and Franklin El- Rosanne Kurstedt the Board. I have chaired three different maintain the high quality of education we why? When I manage my finances, I do growth and continue to make some diffi- ementary School respectively. My hus- Candidate, Westfield BOE Board committees, Community Outreach, offer the children of Westfield. not start with how much I spent last year. cult decisions now, we will not be pre- Long Range Planning, and Curriculum, Like many parents in our community, I plan my future spending based on what pared for the future. Instruction and Program. In addition, I I am also an active parent volunteer and my future revenues are expected to be I want to bring creative thinking to our Lewis Launches Bid for Fanwood have sat on the Finance and Policies have been since my children were at and I plan to save something for a rainy board. I do not want to be part of the “we Committees. Tamaques School. I was the president of day. do not do that here” mentality. I want to Most of the Board’s in-depth work is the Tamaques PTO and chaired more News came this week that the prelimi- be part of the “ that’s a good idea, let’s Seat on Joint Board of Education done in committees which then make committees than I can remember! When nary school budget will be roughly 2 give it a try”, mentality. Give it a try; recommendations to the full Board. These my children were younger, I went on percent greater than last year, a total of please vote for Mark Friedman on April My name is Michael Lewis, and once eration between governmental entities committees work closely with the Super- school trips, made cupcakes for in-class $92 million. Let me say, I fully support 27th. You can reach me via email at again I am asking for your support as I who – in the end – all have a stake in the intendent, Central Staff members, ad- birthday parties, and devoted many hours the best quality education that we can [email protected] and you seek to represent Fanwood on the SP-F societal impact of a sound education. And ministrators and teachers to develop poli- to the Variety Show. As my children went possibly provide for the kids of Westfield. can follow me on Facebook. Board of Education. – since much of what I advocate is beyond cies that provide the best education for through the system my involvement I support compensating our teachers, ad- I have lived in Fanwood for 14 years the scope or control of the board – it will our children. Mark Friedman changed. Last year, for example, I co- ministrators and support staff fairly. Candidate, Westfield BOE with a daughter in Terrill Middle School, require continuing pressure on our elected I have also sat on town-wide commit- founded with my friend, Lisa Smelkinson, but my roots – and my stake – go deeper: officials and holding them accountable to tees, such as the Citizens Advisory Com- the Westfield Theatre Guild, a fundraising I am a graduate of both (what was then) all of their constituencies. mittee on Enrollment, the Bond Steering and event planning organization that sup- Park Junior High and SPFHS. To the argument that these are well- Committee and the Strategic Planning ports the drama department at the High Let me state from the outset that the tax meaning generalities I would counter that Council. I am a huge advocate for calling School. Author, Ghost Investigator levy being presented for your consider- 1) they can no longer be ignored if we are in the public. I want the Board to seek I would love to have the opportunity to ation this year (and the associated budget not to be crushed by the cost of funding community input before making signifi- continue to serve on the Board. We have it funds) merit your support. what we have and 2) more has already great kids here in Westfield, great fami- McManus to Speak at UCC I support them without reservation. been accomplished in terms of practical lies and a terrific school system. I ask for But it is important to understand the limi- application in one year than could have A Letter to your vote on April 27. If you have a tation inherent in the budget: It is a stop- ever been imagined by a casual observer CRANFORD – On Sunday, March Times, the Press of Atlantic City, the question or comment, please email me at 13, Craig McManus, author of “The Star Ledger, the Record, (201) Maga- gap and – hopefully – a bridge: much of in a best-case scenario. And yet much the Editor [email protected]. Thank you the decline in projected spending derives more needs to be done. for your support. Ghosts of Cape May” Book 1, 2, and zine, New Jersey Monthly and Martha from reduced debt service; actual operat- But above all else, a mindset must Congrats Chris Barber 3, as well as “400 Years of the Ghosts Stewart Living Magazine. He has also ing expenses are up year-on-year. And change. An education – in and of itself – Ann Ormsby Cary of Cape May,” and renowned ghost appeared on various television seg- the pressure on the spending side of the is NOT a right. It is an opportunity. Stu- On State Championship Candidate, Westfield BOE investigator will speak at the Roy ments to discuss his books and his equation will be unrelenting going for- dents have a right to that opportunity, and Smith Theater on the college’s investigations. ward. we have an obligation to provide an op- We would like to congratulate Chris- Simply put, what is being presented portunity that is safe, relevant to both the tian Barber for becoming NJISSA State DeAnna Named to Cranford campus, as part of the Union This event is free and open to the this year will be very difficult to repeat. real world and to individual need; and Wrestling Champ in Atlantic City. Drew U Dean’s List County College Alumni Association public. Seating is limited. Call (908) At some point the way forward will have affordable. But, in the end, educators can Kudos must also be given to Christian’s Authors Series. 709-7066 or email [email protected] to include changes within schools to al- only provide an opportunity – how it is family, especially his Dad. For many MADISON - Drew University has Mr. McManus will discuss New to reserve a seat. The campus is lo- low greater flexibility in the relationship utilized is out of their hands. years, Jeff has spent countless hours train- named the following student to its Jersey hauntings, his investigations cated at 1033 Springfield Avenue. between teachers and administrators. I welcome your input and comments ing Christian in addition, to spending a Dean’s List for the Fall 2010 semes- into historical homes in Cape May The Alumni Association Author It will have to include a more pro- ([email protected]). great deal of money and time making ter: Marissa DeAnna of sure that Christian received professional and locally, and his experiences with Series is made possible by a grant active use of technology to allow greater I ask your support on Wednesday, April Mountainside. the spirit world. The lecture will be from the Roy W. Smith Public Affairs flexibility in the relationship between 27, but whether you choose to or not, training. Enjoy this well-deserved achievement. In order to qualify for the Dean’s followed by a reception with the au- and Cultural Endowment Fund. teachers and students. Of necessity it has please participate in the process and vote. List, students must earn a grade point to involve consolidation of school dis- thor. For more information about Union Michael Lewis Delpopolo Family (Joyce, average of 3.4 or above, which is McManus has been featured in the County College, or for directions, go tricts, a greater sharing of administrative Fanwood Candidate, SPF BOE Dominick, Nick, and Helen) functions, and a greater degree of coop- Westfield equivalent to a B+ or better. New York Daily News, the New York to www.ucc.edu.

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This contains 4 years of gram for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing In 2003 I earned my MS – Speech- We are parishioners of Immaculate crease due to a sudden loss of $3.5 mil- NEIDE HOUSE CLEANING Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains. lion in state aid. However, this year our undergraduate material and is vital and will graduate this May from RIT with Language Pathology from Seton Hall In the past, I served on the Pastoral Coun- district will receive $770,352 in state aid. If you need someone to clean for this student’s entry into Grad a degree in Finance. Our youngest son, Medical School and work with individu- cil, the Working Committee and chaired I believe the board is correct to allocate your house, leave it to us. You School. Jeffrey, is presently a 6th grader attend- als with complex communication impair- ing Roosevelt Middle School. ments. I am a Speech Therapist in the the New Energies Committee, which re- $423,703 of that aid to tax relief. With an have better things to do. We’re a Please contact me (646) 573-8981 ported directly to the Archdiocese of eye on containing future costs, they are reliable couple with excellent My professional background started Elizabeth Public School System. Newark. budgeting for the purchase of modular or PO box 2754 Westfield or leave out with a Marketing degree from Seton Westfield is a very special place. It During the last several years, I have classrooms, which would assist with a references. (862) 307-3481 at NJWA 150 E. Broad st. Hall University. However after our son prides itself on its history and invites all No questions asked. Either been very involved with the PTA having current crowding issue but be used to DINING ROOM SET Erick was diagnosed with a severe-pro- to be part of a thriving community. served a two-year term as McGinn PTA reduce out of district placements in the computer or just the hard drive. found hearing loss I became increasingly Westfield understands that a quality edu- President. Following that I was elected future, thereby reducing future expenses. Teak wood, 6 Chairs, 2 piece drawn into the educational field with a cation is not just about money and bud- PTA Council President and currently hold I think the current budget is one worthy of Hutch, Table with 2 leaves. [email protected] soft spot for Special Education. My early gets. The foundation of a “quality educa- the advisory post of Past President. The support. advocacy in this area led me to co-create tion” is built upon a strong partnership Asking $400. For Sale by Owner Open House Council is the governing advisory body, My desire to serve on the Board of Also, Dressers, Kingsize weekend socialization programming for between the parents and the schools. It is which unites the eight school PTA’s in Education is borne from my interest in Sunday, March 13 1-4pm children with hearing loss including form- this vitality that makes it possible for our head/foot board & 2 night tables 4 BR/2.5BA/FR/LR/DR/Office ing the State’s first Cub Scout Troop for children to grow into productive 21st the district. It also works closely with the providing policies, which support quality (908) 889-1604 district office to bring such public pro- schools while being responsible to the Charming southside, close to deaf children where I served as Pack Century citizens. gramming as Coffees with the Superin- local community. I believe my experi- GUITAR LESSONS schools, (908) 232-5533 Leader. This was done so that the children I believe that the Board of Education tendent, the PTA-BOE Roundtable and ence serving the students and families of 727 Knollwood Terrace traveling to Mountain Lakes from all over should represent a diverse body of skill the Fall and Spring Educational Forums. this district along with my interest in Rick Langmaack now accepting the northern and central part of the State sets to nurture our schools. When the For the last two years I have also served legislative issues will aid in crafting those beginner thru advanced students. Notices could have similar opportunities to so- Board has both depth and breadth of on the District Legislative Team (DLT), policies. 38 years of performing and cialize as their hearing peers. And, using knowledge, the needs of the community which studies and reports on the impact I urge everyone to please participate in teaching experience. Three service hours I created programs for at large are best met. The models for of federal and state legislation on our our democratic process by voting on April PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield teens to raise their awareness education are rapidly changing. How to college music degrees. Well best supply our children with the tools local school district. This area has fo- 27th. I also humbly ask for your support established in Westfield Area. PUBLIC NOTICE cused my attention on the many issues, - [email protected] TOWN OF WESTFIELD necessary to educate them for the 21st Resume available upon request. TOWN OF WESTFIELD century is increasingly challenging. Tech- which directly affect all of us as we seek Jeanne Cleary Public Notice is hereby given that the to support our schools and student achieve- (908) 301-0293 ordinance as follows was passed and PLANNING BOARD nology will be an integral part of that Fanwood Candidate, SPF BOE adopted by the Town Council of the Town Notice is hereby given that the Westfield learning yet, at the same time, we must PHOTOGRAPHY of Westfield at a meeting thereof held on Planning Board, at its meeting on March 7, not loose sight of the basics. I believe that March 8, 2010. Jessica Blessing Seeks Seat on Event and family photographer to 2011, adopted the following resolutions both my applied and academic back- Claire J. Gray for the applications decided at the Febru- ground makes me an ideal addition for keep your Soiree alive forever. Town Clerk ary 7, 2011 meeting. Westfield Board of Education the Board of Education and I ask for your Professional references. Call GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1976 PB 10-14(V) 201 Central Avenue, LLC, support. Please feel free to contact me at My name is Jessica Blessing and I am like to see what could be done about that. Dave Samsky at (908) 693-0158 AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE 201 Central Avenue, Block 3114, Lot 1. [email protected]. writing to announce that I am running for In addition, the library has been a big Email: [email protected] A PORTION OF WEST COURT Applicant sought preliminary and final Karym Hoens a seat on the Westfield Board of Educa- topic that is being discussed. I would like 1 T - 3/10/11, The Leader Fee: $12.24 major site plan approval with variances for tion. I have been thinking about this for a to find a way for our school libraries to be building alterations and the construction of Candidate for Westfield BOE a third floor addition to the existing build- while and now seems to be the time for me open more for our children. Also the ing. Applicant sought variance relief from to through my hat into the ring. I want to purchasing of books I feel is important as Silva Makes Case for Election to the following sections of the Land Use see change in our schools. I do not want to well. I feel that our children should be Ordinance: just talk about the issues outside at drop taught the basics of finding information Westfield Board of Education 11.25E2 - Ordinance requires a side off or pick up; I want to be involved where at the library through books and different yard setback of 10 feet. Proposed are 2.8 the decisions are made. forms of technology. My name is Jennifer Silva and I am basic fundamentals with the basic tools. feet and 2.4 feet. My husband and I have lived in We need to be willing to listen to writing to announce that I am running for It’s interesting that our elementary schools 11.25E3a - Ordinance requires a rear Westfield for 10 years. I am a stay-at- others’ ideas and opinions, and consider a seat on the board of education. My can not afford things like books yet last yard setback of 19.25 feet. Proposed is 0.4 feet. home mom with her own business as a them when we are making decisions that reasons for running are simple. I want to year we were able to grant a 3.9 percent 11.25F1 - Ordinance requires a mini- Mary Kay Beauty Consultant. I am a will affect our children. Having an open see change in our schools and I’m hoping pay raise to the Teacher’s Union. While it mum storefront window area of 40% of the mom of two young children. I have a mind and be willing to compromise are to get the opportunity to help make that may not seem like a lot of money to some, storefront. Proposed is 32.4%. second grader at Franklin and a important in order to make the best deci- happen. The only way to do that is to not it actually is, when you consider that 16.04E1b - Ordinance allows a maxi- Find Your kindergartener at Lincoln School. I will sions for our children. Westfield has one just talk about it but to actually get in- people are losing their jobs; are experi- mum sign mounting height of 12 feet. be in the schools for a while and I feel that of the best school systems in the state and volved where it all begins. encing pay freezes and pay cuts. All this Proposed is 13 feet. Jersey Shore 17.02C - Ordinance requires a minimum I need to be involved for my children. I I would love to see it stay that way. My husband and I have lived in obviously has an impact on our kids. DREAM Home... also feel that Franklin should be repre- Let me know what issues are important Westfield for almost 12 years. I am a Don’t misunderstand, I absolutely sup- of 15 off-street parking spaces. No off- street parking is proposed. Application with Patrick Butera! sented on the board, as they are the largest to you. You can email me at mother of three young children – a port and appreciate our teachers and I approved with conditions. elementary school in town. [email protected]. You can Tamaques 5th grader who is part of the know that their job is extremely impor- I am an active member of the Westfield also follow me on my Facebook group “bubble” class; a 2nd grader and a 3 year tant, however, we are in difficult times PB 10-18(V) Cowperthwaite Place I have lived by the Shore for community. I am a member of the Westfield page, Vote For Jessica Blessing – old. Needless to say, I am in the trenches and everyone needs to compromise and Condominium Association, 34 all my Life. Let me share my Cowperthwaite Place, Block 1003, Lot Extensive Experience Welcome Club. I have been on their board Westfield School Board. Please feel free and will be in our schools for many more make concessions. If the Teachers Asso- 12. Applicant sought preliminary and final with for about 5 years now, holding the posi- to leave any questions or concerns that years. I am taking this leap, not only for ciation gave back just 1 percent, espe- major site plan approval with variance you from cozy Bungalows to tions of treasurer for 2 years, vice presi- you have. my children, but for our entire school cially with the “bubble” class entering relief to install a three-story elevator with Waterfront Estates! dent, president, fundraising and social com- Thank you in advance for your consid- community. Roosevelt and Edison next year, that enclosure to the existing three-story resi- mittees. I am also a lecture and religion eration in electing me. It would be a The experience I bring, that I believe would save 1 million dollars and 12 teach- dential condominium building. Applicant Call 732-996-8030 education teacher at St Helen’s Church. I privilege to serve on the Westfield Board will help me serve on the Board, includes ers. This is not an unusual or unfair re- sought relief from §11.16E7 of the Land have volunteered for some of the commit- of Education. having worked in Advertising as an Ac- quest, just a sign of the times we are in. It Use Ordinance. Ordinance allows a story Patrick Joseph Butera height of 2.5 feet. The proposed elevator tees with the Franklin PTO along with co- Jessica Blessing count Manger; dealing with large Corpo- has been done in other districts, in other RE/MAX Shore and Country Realtors chairing the Franklin Parent-Teacher bash rate Accounts and budgetary issues. I was states. We all need to work together, not will enlarge the nonconforming third story. Candidate, Westfield BOE Application approved with conditions. Spring Lake, NJ 07762 this year. I am the Franklin representative also a member of the Westfield Junior separately. After all, isn’t it about setting Kris McAloon on the Budget Task Force Committee this PUBLIC NOTICE Women’s Club, having held the position an example for our children and teaching Planning Board Secretary Shorelifestyle.com year. I am the Co-President of the Lincoln of Treasurer. In addition, I have chaired them to do the right things? 1 T - 3/10/11, The Leader Fee: $41.31 PTO this year and was the treasurer for the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS and volunteered on several committees We need to be able to look outside the Lincoln’s first year. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT for the Tamaques PTO; been a Director box in order to make improvements and Some of the challenges that I have been NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the for several years in our annual Variety changes in our schools. We need to be Open House: Sunday, March 13th • 1-4pm hearing about are the class sizes — espe- Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town- Show and helped out in the classroom willing to hear others and their ideas and cially for the “bubble” class that will be ship of Scotch Plains will hold Special when at all possible. not just assume that one idea or opinion is Meetings in the Municipal Building, 430 going into 6th grade next year. I would Park Avenue, Scotch Plains in the first I am currently working with the Fam- always the best one. Open mindedness ily Readiness Group at the Westfield and compromise are important in order to PUBLIC NOTICE floor Council Chambers on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2011, and THURSDAY, APRIL Armory and have helped with the plan- be able to make the best decisions for the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm to continue the hear- ning of the Casino Night event, which is sake of our children. Doing this and work- ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ing for T. Mobile Northeast for property the Armory’s major fund raiser, as well as ing together as a united community will located at Willow Grove Swim Club, 1155 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the other events to help support the families allow us to do just that – do what’s best for Roosevelt Avenue, Block 8601, Lot 14 for meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjust- of the soldiers. My goal, if elected, is to our children. Westfield has some of the a Use Variance, Height Variance and Site ment of the Township of Scotch Plains help change the status quo and identify best schools in the state and I want to see Plan approval to construct a 120 feet mono- held on March 3, 2011, the Board adopted pole with 9 antennas, fencing and related solutions to the challenges that our schools them stay that way. the following resolutions: equipment. continue to face each year. Thank you in advance for your consid- David and Kathy Sang, approved for a All interested persons may be present Some challenges that come to mind are eration in electing me. It would truly be a variance to construct a deck at 2409 and be heard. the fact that our elementary schools have privilege to serve on the Westfield Board Longfellow Avenue, Block 7902, Lot 14. The file pertaining to this application is in not been able to purchase new library of Education. the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- Anthony and Michelle Sinagra, ap- books and that our children’s library time You can reach me via email at ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch proved for a variance to construct a pool at has been cut. Reading begins with our [email protected] and you can fol- Plains, and is available for public inspec- 1540 Rahway Road, Block 15901, Lot 34. youngest students and it is crucial that we low me on Facebook. tion during regular office hours. teach and foster their reading skills at an Barbara Horev, Secretary Barbara Horev Jennifer Silva 646 NORMAN PLACE, WESTFIELD Zoning Board of Adjustment Secretary early age. Technology is great, but we Candidate, Westfield BOE 1 T - 3/10/11, The Times Fee: $15.81 1 T - 3/10/11, The Times Fee: $23.46 still need to have our children learn the 4 Bedroom Colonial on quiet, tree-lined street in desirable neighborhood. Eat in kitchen with professional stainless gas stove/electric oven, granite counters, ceramic tile, new cabinetry and bay window. Master bedroom with bathroom, bay window and walk in closet with built ins. Large dining room with built in china cabinet and bay window. Living room with mantled fireplace and built in bookshelves. 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Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. Page 18 Thursday, March 10, 2011 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION WF Library to Offer Adult Literacy Opportunities WESTFIELD - The Westfield and their interest in improving their Memorial Library, located at 550 East literacy. Reference librarian, Linda Broad Street is an excellent resource Ahern, has assembled an entry-level for adults who wish to improve their adult print book collection that is literacy skills. While adult literacy is enjoyable to read. The titles include, often associated with reading, writ- “Ghost House” and “Stories from ing and communication, cultural and Mexico.” There is also a literacy sec- social opportunities also serve an im- tion for adults that include English as portant role for the adult learner. a Second language (ESL) materials, Jennifer Rees Schulze, the head of adult picture dictionaries, and les- Adult Services at the Westfield Me- sons on civics and citizenship. morial Library strongly supports adult The library strives to remain cur- literacy initiatives. She stated, “Adult rent with the needs of the adult lit- literacy is important for survival in eracy community. The library staff is society and it takes a caring commu- always happy to help patrons find REACHING OUT TO OTHERS...Sean Silburn, pictured left, was honored with LITTLE HELPERS...The children from Jennifer Monto’s morning and after- nity to support adults who wish to materials that they need. a Certificate of Excellence from The 2011 Prudential Spirit of Community noon Scotch Plains- Fanwood Coles School Pre-K classes had been working hard improve their skills. It is important to Adults are welcome to attend spe- Awards program for his involvement with Raising Educated Awareness for the to learn about the Post Office and how the mail reaches its destination. take an individual from a place where cial events at the Westfield Library, Causes of HIV (REACH), and other community service organizations. Sean is reading is difficult to where it is en- including opportunities to meet and shown her with fellow REACH founder Michelle Ryngel. joyable. Westfield Memorial Library hear professional authors lecture, the Coles School Pre-Kindergarten has the opportunities for positive ex- storytelling program “MothUp,” and perience.” Mr. Schulze works to make a variety of musical performances. Sean Siburn Recognized for Adult Services welcoming and wants Special events are posted in the li- Students Visits The Post Office the public to enjoy visiting the library and can also be found online. Volunteer Service SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD - office out of blocks and created a mail brary. She notes that students and The library will host summer events, Scotch Plains-Fanwood School truck using refrigerator boxes and tutors often meet in the library for which are popular cultural activities SCOTCH PLAINS - Westfield resi- support to the AIDS Resource Foun- District’s Pre-K students had the op- paint. In addition, the children learned their literacy lessons. including the annual performance by dent and Union Catholic senior Sean dation. Sean has been an active vol- portunity to visit the Fanwood Post how to address an envelope and where The Westfield Memorial Library the New Jersey Shakespeare Theater’s Siburn has been honored for his ex- unteer for the Foundation’s St. Clare’s Office on February 17 and 24. to place a stamp on a letter. When the has ongoing programs that serve Next Stage Ensemble. emplary volunteer service with a Home for Children located in New- The children from Jennifer Monto’s children arrived at the Fanwood Post adults. One of their popular programs Westfield Memorial Library pro- state-level Certificate of Excellence ark, for many years. Sean was named morning and afternoon Pre-K classes Office, the students were given a tour is a computer course open to all adults grams are free to the general public. from The 2011 Prudential Spirit of the 2010 recipient of the Karen Oros had been working hard to learn about of the facility. The children watched in who wish to learn entry-level com- Individuals who live or work in Community Awards program. Youth Volunteer Award presented by the Post Office and how the mail awe as the mail carrier loaded the mail puter skills, or improve their ability Westfield can obtain a library card Presented annually by Prudential The Optimist Club of Westfield. reaches its destination. Before the truck for his daily delivery. to use word processing and the and can borrow circulation materials Financial in partnership with the Na- The Prudential Spirit of Commu- trip, the students were asked what A couple of the children were very Internet. and use the computers. Others who tional Association of Secondary School nity Awards program also recognizes they wanted to see at the post office. excited when they saw their mail An upcoming course for Basic visit the library can enjoy the wel- Principals (NASSP), The Prudential the top middle level and high school Most of the children said they were carrier arriving for his shift; he took Internet will feature “Mousercise” coming atmosphere and the many Spirit of Community Awards honor volunteer in each state, and will name excited to meet the mail carriers and the time to stop and say “hi” and he which will help to master the use of resources that are available on the young people across America for out- America’s top ten youth volunteers see the mail truck. For several weeks knew their names. the mouse to navigate the computer. library premises. standing community service activities. in May. before the trip, the students read books The trip to the Post Office gave the The library collection also includes For more information visit Sean is a member of the Big “The recipients of these awards about visiting the post office and dis- children an experience that they could books and media that support adults wmlnj.org, or call (908) 789-4090. Brother/Big Sister Program and a vividly demonstrate that young cussed what happens when a letter is only imagine in the classroom. To Student Ambassador. He is a three people across America are making taken to the post office. have the opportunity to explore a real sport varsity athlete and a member of remarkable contributions to health The children built their own post post office was a real treat for all of UCC to Host Resume, the National Honor Society. One of and vitality of their communities,” the children. Thank you to Evans his greatest volunteer accomplish- said John Strangfeld, chairman and PUBLIC NOTICE Alexandere and John Dial for mak- ments at Union Catholic has been his CEO of Prudential Financial. “In rec- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ing twenty-two children very happy Interview Workshop role as the Founder/President of ognizing these students and placing a ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT and for putting great big smiles on all REACH (Raising Educated Aware- spotlight on their volunteer service CRANFORD – As Spring often home reference guides. Participants NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the their faces. ness for the Causes of HIV). Among activities, we hope to motivate others Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a ushers in a feeling of renewal, it can will also gain insight into preparing the many activities of REACH are to consider how they can also con- public hearing on APRIL 7, 2011, at 7:30 PUBLIC NOTICE also be the perfect time for refining electronic resumes to be scanned into the efforts to provide assistance and tribute to their community.” pm in the Municipal Building, Council TOWN OF WESTFIELD one’s employment search techniques. corporate databases, and also learn Chambers, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch BOARD OF EDUCATION While you may have excellent skills how to prepare a convincing cover Plains to hear the following appeal: SP Resident Launches Richard McCaffrey, for variances to NOTICE TO BIDDERS in your particular area of expertise, it letter to accompany the resume. This permit the demolition of the existing one- Sealed proposals will be received by the is essential that you communicate course will be presented from 7 to 9 story dwelling and construct a new two- Board of Education of the Westfield School them effectively to hiring managers. p.m. on Monday, March 28 at the story dwelling including a rear wooden District, Union County, New Jersey, at the Union County College will afford the College’s Cranford Campus located Mentoring Campaign deck and two-car attached garage at 2394 Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, public with the opportunity to suc- at 1033 Springfield Avenue. Hamlette Place, Block 7201, Lot 22 con- Westfield, New Jersey, for the following SCOTCH PLAINS –Jeff Valentine, national attention to the significant trary to the following sections of the Zoning supplies, equipment or services: ceed in this area through two, non- “Developing Confidence for the a resident of Scotch Plains, recently impact that mentoring has on curbing Ordinance: credit workshops to be offered dur- Job Interview” will provide attend- made a pledge to match donations in the dramatic high school dropout rate Section 23-3.4A, Para. G: Column 8- BID FOR: ing March and April. ees with solid information on how to Side Yard Setback: Minimum required: 8 B 12-04 COMPUTER SUPPLIES FOR a campaign to bring online mentoring epidemic. Their award-winning feet. Proposed: 4.04 feet. THE 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR Attendees may select to take one or prepare for an employment interview, to an area school. The state needs to online mentoring program is work- Column 9-Total Combined Side Yards: BIDS DUE: both workshops, depending upon thus gaining confidence in their abil- raise $8,000 to earn the program – ing to reverse the dropout crisis by Minimum required: 20 feet. Proposed: 7.73 APRIL 19, 2011 AT 1:00 PM their needs. The courses are designed ity to “ace” the interview and land a once they reach $4,000, Mr. Valen- providing students with supportive feet. to assist those wishing to advance in position. Participants will be pre- All interested persons may be present The bids will be received at the Admin- tine will match the remaining $4,000. online mentors. Mentors can help and be heard. istration Building, 302 Elm Street, an existing career, those who have sented with various types of trick Mr. Valentine, who is Vice Presi- students work towards graduating and The file pertaining to this application is in Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date lost their jobs and wish to get back questions that are often asked at in- dent and Global Head of Investment beyond, to college and careers, giv- the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- and at the time indicated, and then publicly into the employment marketplace, terviews, questions that the applicant Operations and Systems for ALICO ing them the additional support that ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch opened and read aloud. and those who are beginning an en- also should ask, negotiating for the Plains and is available for public inspec- Bids must be in strict compliance with Investments based out of New York, they need to succeed. tion during regular office hours. specifications. Specifications may be se- tirely new career area. Recent col- salary, multiple interviews, internal has been a member of the icouldbe.org Icouldbe.org is an award-winning Barbara Horev cured from, Purchasing Office 302 Elm lege graduates are also welcome. The interviews, body language, and clos- board of directors for three years. online mentoring program connect- Secretary Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 (908) classes are presented in an interac- ing the interview to their advantage. 1 T - 3/10/11, The Times Fee: $27.54 789-4407. Bids must be made on the When he learned of their recently ing high school students from diverse proposal forms in the manner designated. tive, participatory manner with ample As time permits, participants will have launched campaign, he immediately communities with mentors from PUBLIC NOTICE Proposals must be endorsed on the out- opportunity to address individual the opportunity to practice and refine took an interest. across the country, cultivating mean- BOROUGH OF FANWOOD side of the sealed envelope, with the name concerns. their responses to such questions The campaign aims to bring the ingful relationships between students PLANNING BOARD of the bidder, the bidder’s address and the “Make Your Resume Work for You” through role playing via mock inter- name of the supplies, equipment, or ser- icouldbe.org online mentoring pro- and e-mentors, to explore their inter- Please take notice that on March 23, vices for which the bid is submitted. It is will cover the rationale behind effec- views. This course will be presented gram to a middle or high school in ests and dreams for the future. Since 2011 at 7:30 PM at the Fanwood Borough understood and agreed that proposals may tive resume writing, getting into the from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, April 4, every state, and Mr. Valentine began 2000, icouldbe.org has used their re- Hall, located at 75 North Martine Avenue, be delivered before the time or at the place do’s and don’ts of the entire process. also at the Cranford Campus. championing to earn the program on search-backed curriculum to help Fanwood, New Jersey, the Planning Board specified for opening. The Board of Edu- Various resume styles will be dis- For registration and further infor- will hold a hearing on the application of the cation assumes no responsibility for bids behalf of New Jersey, his home state. 20,000 students discover their pas- undersigned. The property in question is mailed or misdirected in delivery. No bids cussed as students review in-class mation, call the Office of Economic Once New Jersey reaches $8,000, sions and take action to realize their located at: 43 South Avenue, Fanwood, shall be received after the time desig- sample resumes while having an as- Development and Continuing Edu- residents can vote on which school career and educational goals. New Jersey, also known as Block 55 Lot 7, nated. sortment of other samples as take- cation at (908) 709-7600. as shown on the Fanwood Tax Map, owned will be the recipient of the program. To learn more about icouldbe.org’s Bidding shall be in conformance with the Icouldbe.org launched their 50 services or to become a mentor your- by Parker & Parker, LLC. applicable requirements of PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The applicant requests permission to N.J.S.A.18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to State Campaign in an effort to draw self, log onto icouldbe.org. erect a new freestanding sign to replace a the “Public School Contracts Law”. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS by the Contract Documents shall also be former sign removed during renovations The Board of Education of the Town of submitted with the bid. Sureties shall be PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE of the existing building which is in violation INVITATION TO BIDDERS Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, licensed and/or authorized to transact SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY as of June 10, 2010, together with costs of: reserves the right to reject any or all bids Invitations are extended to qualified Bid- business in the state of New Jersey and be UNION COUNTY duly taxed in the sum of $1,427.61. An Section 184-157C(1) of the Fanwood pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-2(s), (t), (x), ders to bid for the following Project: acceptable to the Authority. The term of CHANCERY DIVISION exact redemption amount must be ob- Land Use Code. Variance Requested: Sign (y), 18A:18A-4(a), 18A:18A-22, and to the contract shall be for a period com- DOCKET NO. F-49840-09 tained from the municipal tax collector; Size; Permitted: 16 square feet maximum; USER – FEE BASED SPRING waive any informalities. The Board further mencing June 6, 2011 to July 01, 2011 FILE NO. 51333-92 and Present: not applicable; Proposed: 98 reserves the right to take such alternates RESIDENTIAL CLEANUP PROGRAM with an option to renew for one addition FILED: FEBRUARY 25, 2011 IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the square feet. as they deem appropriate, and in any period at the sole discretion of the Town- 11th day of April, 2011, between the hours CIVIL ACTION Section 184-157C(1) of the Fanwood order that the Board feels may be in the Bids will be accepted only by mail or in ship. of nine o’clock in the forenoon and four ORDER SETTING TIME, PLACE AND Land Use Code. Variance Requested: Sign best interest of theWestfield Public School person to the Office of the Township Clerk, The Township reserves the right to re- o’clock in the afternoon, at the office of the AMOUNT OF REDEMPTION Height; Permitted: 8 feet maximum; District. Scotch Plains Municipal Building, 430 Park ject any or all bids, and to waive immaterial Tax Collector of the City of Rahway, 1 City Present: not applicable; Proposed: 19 feet All bidders are required to comply with Avenue, Scotch Plains 07076 (attn: informalities or to accept any bid which, in US BANK AS CUSTODIAN Hall Plaza, Rahway, New Jersey, be and at grade. the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et. Bozena Lacina, Township Clerk) until the opinion of the Township of Scotch FOR PHOENIX FUNDING, the same is hereby fixed as the time and Section 184-157C(1) of the Fanwood seq., Affirmative Action Against Discrimi- March 22, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Plains, will be in the best interest of the PLAINTIFF(S) VS. DOROTHY place for the redemption of the said lands Land Use Code. Variance Requested: Sign nation and N.J.A.C. 17:27 et. seq. The Township of Scotch Plains (herein- Township all in accordance with the New E. CONOVER, WIDOW, HER as described in the complaint and making Setback; Permitted: 5' maximum dimen- Corporate bidders are required by law after “Township”) shall not be responsible Jersey Local Public Contracts Law N.J.S.A. HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PER- up the premises concerning which the sion; Present: not applicable; Proposed: 7 (Chapter 33, Laws of 1977) to submit a list for any bid mailed which is lost in transit or 40A:11-1 et seq. The Township shall award SONAL REPRESENTATIVES, complaint is filed, and that thereupon the feet. of names and addresses of all stockhold- delivered late by the Postal Service. At the the bid to the bidders which, in the AND THEIR OR ANY OF defendant who redeems shall be entitled Section 184-157C(1) of the Fanwood ers owning 10% or more of their stock. above time, the bids will be publicly opened Township’s sole discretion, best serves, THEIR SUCCESSORS IN to the certificate of tax sale duly endorsed Land Use Code. Variance Requested: A Non-Collusion Affidavit and a Con- and read aloud. All bids must be pre- the interest of the Township. RIGHT, TITLE AND INTER- for cancellation; and Lettering Size; Permitted: 10 inch lettering tractor Questionnaire/Certification also sented in sealed envelopes, which are The Township also reserves the right to EST; MICHAEL CONOVER, IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that in de- maximum; Present: not applicable; Pro- must be filed with the bid. The bid package clearly marked, “USER FEE BASED RESI- reject any and all bids if sufficient funds are INDIVIDUALLY AND AS EX- fault of the said defendants paying to the posed: 38 inches. will also include other documents that must DENTIAL CLEANUP PROGRAM” 430 not available and/or appropriated. The ECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF Tax Collector of the City of Rahway, and The applicant will also seek such other be completed and returned with the bid. Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey Township also reserves the right to not MATTHEW BENJAMIN the plaintiff, the said sum, interest and relief as may be determined necessary at Failure to comply with Instructions to Bid- 07076. No bid will be received after the utilize these services if they are not neces- CONOVER, DECEASED; costs aforesaid, the said defendants stand the public hearing based upon review of ders and to complete and submit all re- time and date specified. sary. MARJORIE CONOVER; absolutely debarred and foreclosed of and the application or amendment(s) to the quired forms, may be cause for disqualifi- After receipt of bids, no bid may be The selected Bidders, will, within seven MARIE SCHWARTZ; from all right and equity of redemption on, application. cation and rejection of the bid. withdrawn within (60) days after the date days (7) of award of the bid, enter into an BEATRICE GLASS; STATE in and to said lands and premises and The file pertaining to this application is All bidders shall submit with their bid of the bid opening except if provided for appropriate contract with the Township. OF NEW JERSEY, every part thereof, and the plaintiff shall available for public inspection during nor- package a copy of the New Jersey Busi- herein. The bid of any bidder who con- All bidders must comply with P.L. 1975, DEFENDANT(S) have an absolute and indefeasible inter- mal business hours (8 AM - 4 PM, Monday ness Registration Certificate as issued by sents to an extension may be held for Chapter 127 entitled “An Act Relating to est of inheritance in fee simple, to said THIS MATTER being opened to the through Friday) from the Secretary of the the Department of Treasury of the State of consideration for a longer period of time as Affirmative Action in Relation to discrimi- lands and premises. Anything to the con- court by Goldenberg, Mackler, Sayegh, Planning Board at the Administration Of- New Jersey. (N.J.S.A. 52:32-44) may be agreed upon between bidder and nation in connections with Certain Public trary notwithstanding, redemption shall be Mintz, Pfeffer, Bonchi & Gill, A Profes- fice of the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North BIDDERS NOTE: Each bid shall be the Township. Contracts and supplementing the Law permitted up until the entry of final judg- sional Corporation, Attorneys for Plaintiff, Martine Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. accompanied by a bid bond, cashier’s All bids must be on the bid forms pro- Against Discrimination approved April 16, ment including the whole of the last date and it appearing that default has been Any interested party may appear at said check or certified check made payable to vided by the Township of Scotch Plains in 1945 (P.L. 1945, Chapter 169)” N.J.A.C. upon which judgment is entered; and entered against the defendants, DOR- hearing and participate therein in accor- the Westfield Board of Education, for ten the bid package. Specification and bid 17:27, as amended from time to time, and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that if the OTHY E. CONOVER, Widow, her heirs, dance with the rules of the Fanwood Plan- percent (10%) of the amount of the total forms may be obtained at the Office of the Americans With Disability Act. addresses of the defendants are not devisees and personal representatives, ning Board. bid, however, not to exceed $20,000. Public Property, 2445 Plainfield Avenue, All bidders are required to comply with known, a copy of this Order or Notice and their or any of their successors in right, Applicant: By order of the Town of Westfield Board Scotch Plains, between the hours of 9:00 the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et thereof directed to such defendants shall title and interest; MICHAEL CONOVER, Parker & Parker, LLC of Education, Union County, New Jersey. am and 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27. be published in The Westfield Leader, a Individually and As Executor of the Estate 43 South Avenue Robert A. Berman and purchased for a $50.00 non-refund- All bidders must be registered with the newspaper circulating in Union County, at of Matthew Benjamin Conover, Deceased; Fanwood, New Jersey, 07023 Board Secretary able fee. New Jersey Department of Labor to en- least one time, not less than twenty days MARJORIE CONOVER; MARIE 1 T - 3/10/11, The Times Fee: $47.94 1 T - 3/10/11, The Leader Fee: $70.89 Bid proposals and all required docu- gage in public work as defined in the prior to the date fixed for redemption by SCHWARTZ; BEATRICE GLASS; STATE ments must be completed and submitted requirements listed under N.J.S.A. 34:11- this Order; and PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF NEW JERSEY; that plaintiff has pro- by the date as set forth above. All docu- 5661 through 56.55, as well as N.J.A.C. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy duced before this court tax sale certificate TOWNSHIP OF WESTFIELD, COUNTY OF UNION ments in the enclosed bid package must 12:62-1.1 and must submit a Business of this Order or a Notice thereof be served #2007-0019, certified to be a true copy, accompany the bid proposal. Registration Certificate with the Bid Docu- upon the defendants, whose addresses TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Town Council of Westfield, which certificate is dated July 2, 2007, and In addition to the above documents, a ments. are known, by mailing to each of them such New Jersey on March 8, 2011 that the undersigned will expose for sale at Public Auction is of record in the Union County Clerk’s certified check, cashier’s check or bid bond Where applicable, prevailing wage rate a copy or notice not later than ten days prior in accordance with 39:10A-1, at the time and location specified below, the following motor Office on July 18, 2007, in Book 12234, issued by a responsible bank, trust com- shall be paid to all workers on the job as to the date fixed for redemption of the lands vehicles which came into the possession of the Westfield Police Department through page 424, as instrument #448639, which pany or insurance company , payable to per N.J.A.C. 34:11-56,25 et seq. and premises by this Order; and abandonment or failure of owners to claim same. covers Block 85, Lot 28 in the City of the Township of Scotch Plains shall be All Bidders must submit, with their bid, a IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy All the vehicles on the following list are offered in strictly “as is” condition, with no Rahway. Said certificate has been marked submitted with each bid as a guaranty that copy of their and their contractors and sub- of this Order be delivered to the Tax Col- representation as to condition or fitness for any particular purpose. Starting bid for each Exhibit P-1 on the part of the plaintiff. More if a contract is awarded the bidder shall contractors Business Registration Certifi- lector of the City of Rahway, and that said vehicle will be all towing and storage charges owed to the towing operator per N.J.S. than two years have elapsed since the execute said contract. The bid security cate, regardless of whether a Business Tax Collector of the City of Rahway certify 39:10A-1b. sale of said lands by the City of Rahway, shall be in the amount of ($500.00) Five Registration Certificate may have previ- to this Court whether the premises were or Purchase must be made by cash or certified check. A 10% deposit must be given at and the lands have not been redeemed Hundred Dollars. ously been filed with the Township or were not redeemed from the plaintiff’s tax the time of auction. Balance must be paid by 4:00 pm the same day. from the tax sale; that plaintiff has pro- All bid security, except the bid security of Department of Public Works in the past sale certificate in accordance with the terms The public auction shall be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 in accordance with duced before this court its Certification the three apparent lowest responsible bid- with a prior bid. This requirement is MAN- of this Order. the laws of the State of New Jersey pertaining thereto. showing that there is due on said tax sale ders shall, if requested in writing, be re- DATORY and a bid without a Business MARY C. JACOBSON, P.J. CH. certificate, together with subsequent taxes The following vehicles may be examined at Sevell’s Auto Body, 320 Windsor Avenue, turned after ten days (10) from the open- Registration Certificate enclosed MUST Respectfully recommended and interest, the sum of $23,353.13 as of Westfield, New Jersey at 9:00 a.m. The public auction will commence at 9:15 a.m. ing of the bids (Sundays and Holidays be rejected. R.1:34-6 Office of Foreclosure June 10, 2010; and excepted) and the bids of such bidders BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP OF GOLDENBERG, MACKLER, SAYEGH, Make Year Vin # Mileage IT IS on this 25th day of February, 2011, shall be considered withdrawn. SCOTCH PLAINS OF THE COUNTY OF MINTZ, PFEFFER, BONCHI & GILL Ford Explorer 2004 1FMZU64K24UA94788 98,063 ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the The successful Bidder shall be required UNION, STATE OF NEW JERSEY A Professional Corporation Dodge Ram 1994 1B7HC16Y7RS538077 242,322 amount required to redeem the premises to submit a Performance Bond in an KEVIN WARD 660 New Road, Suite 1-A Honda Accord 1995 1HGCD5630SA152472 158,123 referred to in the aforementioned tax sale amount equal to one hundred percent DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROPERTY Northfield, New Jersey 08225 Honda Civic 2001 2HGEM21201L010888 142,102 certificate is the sum of $23,353.13, which (100%) of the amount of the accepted bid BOZENA LACINA (609) 646-0222 includes the amount due on said tax sale Date: March 4, 2011 at the time of contract execution. A Con- TOWNSHIP CLERK Attorneys for Plaintiff certificate, subsequent taxes and interest 1 T - 3/10/11, The Leader Fee: $43.86 sent of Surety regarding bonds required 1 T - 3/10/11, The Times Fee: $116.28 1 T - 3/10/11, The Leader Fee: $113.73 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, March 10, 2011 Page 19 Kean to Feature Promising Shepherd’s Pie – Authentic New Plays at Spring Series Irish Fare for St. Pat’s Day By JAYNE BOOK SALOMON because of Ireland’s proximity to En- UNION – Premiere Stages at Kean fronted by an ambitious young re- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times University will hold its annual Spring porter about his connection with the gland and also because the Irish simply AREA - Before 2002 when Molly know a good dish when they taste one. Readings on Thursday, March 17, Fri- death of a Muslim woman, he must McGuire’s opened its doors in Clark, the (Not to mention the abundance of pota- day, March 18, and Saturday, March choose between uncovering the truth only authentic Irish pub around was toes in Ireland). 19, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 20, at about her life and keeping the secrets Mclynn’s in Springfield. With the re- The original Shepherd’s Pie was 3 p.m. in the University Center Little she left behind. cent arrival of Dillon’s Publick in made with lamb or mutton and was Theatre, located on Kean’s Central Egyptian Song by James Christy, Mountainside, Irish fare has become most likely invented by creative minded Campus, 1000 Morris Avenue in Saturday, March 19, at 7 p.m. A young more readily available to us Union housewives looking for ways to pre- Union. Due in part to funding from the gifted singer and her sensitive brother County residents, offering more options pare leftovers for their families. Today New Jersey Theatre Alliance’s Stages struggle to bridge social divides as for enjoying this recently popular type it is more commonly made with beef. In Festival, an additional playwright will they search for happiness and inde- of cuisine. the 19th century however, beef pie On St. Patrick’s Day, we now have topped with mashed was known as “Cot- be developed through the Festival, pendence in a world where tradition more choices than ever. Because of its tage Pie” but somehow through the ages, increasing the number of play finalist comes first. great tasting authentic food, appealing Cottage Pie has been translated to readings to four. Follow Me to Nellie’s by Dominique ambience, cordial service and chic style, Shepherd’s Pie. The four finalist plays, selected from Morisseau, Sunday, March 20, at 3 WINNING SCRIPT…The Good Counselor, last year’s Premiere Stages at Kean this Irish pub can be compared to any There are many variations of this more than 300 submissions to the Pre- p.m. Follow the road to Nellie’s where University winner, was one of six plays from across the nation that was named as popular upscale New York City eatery. dish and so many different ways to miere Stages Play Festival, will be you will discover five women search- a finalist for the American Critics Association New Play Award. Pictured, left to After many unfortunate failed restau- prepare it. Here a just a few ideas. The given a professional reading and will ing for a new life and the man willing to right, are: Susan Louise O’Connor, Edward O’Blenis and Geany Masai. rants at this location, Dillon’s has been first is a basic old-fashioned way, yet be considered for expanded develop- risk his to show them the way. Set in warmly welcomed by the community. one sure to please. The second is a ment as part of the Premiere Stages 1955 Mississippi, at the height of seg- But it is not Dillon’s that I want to talk healthier version that is prepared with “Everyone Deserves a Home” about. It is Shepherd’s Pie and how it has yams instead of mashed potatoes, yet 2011 summer season. One new play is regation, the play is based on a true come to be an Irish tradition. Although still hearty and delicious. The third is read and discussed each evening and story. the very first version of Shepherd’s Pie definitely not low in calories, but it is the public is encouraged to actively The Premiere Stages Play Festival Poster Contest was developed in the northern most part very yummy. Kids will love this one engage in the new play developmental is made possible in part through fund- of England, or even in Scotland where topped with tater tots and so will adults. process through post-reading dia- ing from The New Jersey State Coun- UNION COUNTY – The Greater number and address, name of parent/ the sheep are plentiful, thus the name. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all and don’t logues with the writers and written cil on the Arts, The Geraldine R. Dodge Union County Association of Real- legal guardian, school name, teacher’s The dish has become to the Irish what forget to try Dillon’s version of evaluations. Based on audience re- Foundation, The Provident Bank Foun- tors (GUCAR) and the New Jersey name, address and telephone num- pizza is to the Italians. This is probably Shepherd’s Pie with a bottle Guinness. sponse and input from a panel of the- dation, The New Jersey Theatre Association of Realtors (NJAR) Equal ber, and name of local association; Traditional Shepherd’s Pie atre professionals, two plays will be Alliance’s Stages Festival, and through Opportunity Committee invites stu- The poster must be this year’s theme, Ingredients In a large pot of water, boil the pota- chosen for further development by the generous support of individual dents in grades 3 through 6 to partici- “Everyone Deserves a Home. 1 ½ -2 pounds Yukon potatoes toes. While the potatoes are boiling, Premiere Stages. One of the four plays patrons. pate in our Fair Housing Poster Con- Entries must be mailed to GUCAR (about 3 large) in a large skillet, mince the meat until will be selected for an Actors’ Equity Admission and parking for the Pre- test. This year’s theme is “Everyone at 767 Central Avenue, Westfield, 2 pounds minced ground lamb (or it is brown. Remove and place in a Association (AEA) staged reading in miere Spring Readings is free. Please Deserves a Home.” NJ 07090 by Tuesday, May 31. Win- beef) bowl. In a skillet, heat the oil over a June, and the most promising play call (908) 737-4092 for more infor- The contest is open to school chil- ning entries will be selected by a 2 tablespoons vegetable oil medium flame until warm. Sauté the will be awarded a fully produced AEA mation or visit kean.edu/ dren grades 3 through 6 who live in panel of judges whose decision will 1 large onion, diced onion, carrot, celery and garlic until production in July. premierestages. Reservations are rec- Union County. be final. The winning entries from 1 large carrot, chopped browned. Spoon the meat back into All of the finalists also receive cash ommended. All posters must be submitted to GUCAR will be sent to the New 1 stalk celery, chopped the skillet. Add the Worcestershire awards ranging from $500 to $2,000. Premiere Stages offers affordable Greater Union County Association Jersey Association of Realtors Equal 3 large cloves garlic sauce, ¼ teaspoon salt, pepper, bay The schedule for the readings is as prices, air-conditioned facilities and of Realtors by Tuesday, May 31. Opportunity/Cultural Diversity 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce leaves and whiskey. Combine the follows: Floodplains by Gabe free parking close to the theatre. Pre- All entries must meet the Poster Committee and four finalists will be ¼ teaspoon + 1 tablespoon salt, broth with the flour, stir until well McKinley, Thursday, March 17, at 7 miere Stages provides free or dis- Contest criteria: Posters must be no selected. more if needed combined and add to the pan. Cover p.m. When a weathered army veteran counted tickets to patrons with dis- larger than 19 x 24. Please attempt to Prizes are as follows: 1st Place - ¼ teaspoon pepper and simmer for about 5 minutes. Drain learns of his daughter’s disappearance abilities. All Premiere Stages facili- have a 1or 2” border for reproduction $100 American Express gift card; 2 2 bay leaves and mash the hot potatoes with the in Iraq, he is forced to re-examine his ties are fully accessible spaces. Please purposes of the winner poster; Post- Place - $50 American Express gift 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey butter, milk and remaining salt. Place role as both a father and a champion of call for a list of sign-interpreted, au- ers must be produced in color; Please card; 3rd Place - $25 American Ex- ½ cup beef broth the meat mixture in a casserole dish. the war. dio-described or open-captioned per- refrain from using materials such as press gift card; Honorable Mention 1 teaspoon flour Spread the mashed potatoes over the Transit by Kait Kerrigan, Friday, formances. Assistive listening devices buttons, cotton, etc.; All entries must - $25 American Express gift card. 4 tablespoons butter, more if needed top making a swirling pattern, if pos- March 18, at 7 p.m. When a and large print programs are avail- be labeled on back of poster with the For more information call ¼ cup milk at room temperature, sible. Bake uncovered for 30 – 40 Poughkeepsie Transit worker is con- able at all times. student’s name, age, home telephone GUCAR at (908) 232-9000. more if needed minutes or until the potatoes are Procedure browned. Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Yield: 4-6 servings Westfield Community Players CHRISTOFFERS Shepherd’s Pie with Yams CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 Ingredients potatoes are boiling, in a large skillet, has nicknamed her “Madonna” which Rodolpho—“He ain’t right”—refers FRESH AND SILK FLOWERS • GIFTS • HOME DECOR • GREETING CARDS 3 large yams, peeled and quartered heat the oil. When the oil is warm, gives an insight into the pedestal upon to the fact that Rodolpho can sew, Established 1976 2 tablespoons olive oil mince the turkey until it is brown. which he placed her. Truth be told, sing high tenor notes and has light 2 pounds ground turkey Scrape into a medium bowl. Place the Catherine doesn’t do anything to call blonde hair. Mr. Liana’s performance 2 onions, diced onions, carrots and garlic in the skil- attention to herself. Her skirt length makes us realize that the tragic figure 860 Mountain Avenue 2 carrots, chopped let and sauté until browned. Place the is the style of the times - two inches of Eddie really believes what he says. 3 cloves garlic, chopped turkey back into the pan. Add the longer than her knee—but he’s still Mr. Savarese’s characterization of Mountainside NJ 07092 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme thyme, parsley, salt and pepper. In a nervous about her. “I’m responsible Marco is stellar. The audience feels 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley small bowl, mix the broth and flour for you,” he explains. But that’s only Marco’s sincerity and appreciation 908-233-0500 ¼ teaspoon salt together until well blended and add part of this fascinating story. for what Eddie and Bea have done for ¼ teaspoon pepper to the pan. Cover and simmer for When Catherine falls in love with him and his family. Then, when righ- ½ cup chicken broth about 5 minutes. Drain and mash the Rodolpho, it’s not just puppy love. teous indignation comes to the fore- 2 teaspoons flour hot potatoes. Place the meat mixture They plan their hasty marriage de- front because of Eddie’s actions in COME IN FOR A SPRING FIX Procedure into a casserole dish and spread the spite Eddie’s concern that she is Act II, Mr. Savarese’s electric perfor- Pre –heat oven to 400 degrees. In a potatoes on top. Bake uncovered for merely Rodolpho’s passport to being mance sizzles. Through the play, Mr. large pot of water, boil the yams for 30-40 minutes. an American citizen. Eddie gets more Remo delivers an impeccable Italian 20-30 minutes or until soft. While the Yield: 4 – 6 servings and more crazed thinking about accent and presents an authentic, be- Catherine and Rodolpho being to- lievable young man searching for the Shepherd’s Pie with Tater Tots gether and goes to Alfieri for legal American dream. He has developed Ingredients In a large skillet, heat the oil over a advice. Alfieri tells us “a passion has an intriguing character especially in 2 tablespoons olive oil medium heat. Add the meat, chop- moved into Eddie’s body like a fe- scenes with Catherine. When Mr. 2 pounds ground chopped meat ping while browning. When the meat ver.” And Eddie can’t shake that fe- Remo’s character begs Eddie for his 2 onions, diced is halfway browned, add the onions, ver. “Sometimes there’s too much blessing for their marriage, it is one 1 carrot, chopped carrots and celery (known as love,” the lawyer whispers ominously. of the most poignant moments of the 1 celery stalk, finely chopped mirepoix.) Continue stirring until And from there the dramatic irony night. Andrea Barra brings the right 4 cloves garlic, chopped vegetables are soft and the meat is rolls downhill like an avalanche of amount of old world Italian wife sto- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt completely browned. Add the garlic, doom. icism to the role of Beatrice and ¼ teaspoon pepper salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, corn Director Steve Lemenille has gath- Kristina Hernandez’s Catherine is ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and ered a fine cast of talented actors rightly naïve in her dealings with 1 can (15 ounces) corn simmer for about 5 minutes. In an- especially with leads A.J. Liana, Lou Eddie. Mr. Herman’s Alfieri gives us ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce other smaller skillet, melt the butter. Savarese and Brian Remo. As Eddie, thoughtful insight as to why the story 3 tablespoons butter Whisk in the flour. When they are A.J. Liana may be a career firefighter still haunts him. Visit between now and St. Patrick’s Day and receive 2 tablespoons flour combined, add the beer and reduce to by day, but in this show, he becomes “If I seem to tell this like a dream a shamrock plant or green carnation just for coming by ½ cup dark beer about half. Whisk in the beef stock to a professional actor with great tim- - it was that way,” Alfieri confesses to 1 cup beef stock form a gravy. Place the meat in a ing, inflection and delivery. Mr. Li- us as the pieces to this classic tale fall www.christoffersflowers.com 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese casserole dish and stir in the gravy. ana presents Eddie sympathetically into place. Turn off the TV and get to 1 bag frozen tater tots (or enough Top with the cheese and tater tots. with all his human frailty, despite the Westfield Community Players’ note- HOURS: MON. - FRI. 9:00 - 5:30 • SAT. 9:00 - 5:00 to cover the top) Bake uncovered for 30 – 40 minutes character’s bluster. His perfect Archie worthy production that runs week- Procedure or until the tots are brown and crispy. Bunker type recitation about ends through the end of the month. Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Yield: 4-6 servings Single Size: 10 Weeks $275 email PDF Ad to Double Size: 10 Weeks $425 Goods & Services You Need [email protected]

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Check Out the ‘View’ at Westfield Community Players’ Production By SUSAN M. DOUGHERTY Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times WESTFIELD - Even though A View from the Bridge doesn’t have the universal themes of Arthur Miller’s more well-known Pulitzer Prize winner Death of a Salesman, it touches hearts with its poignancy. Westfield Community Theater’s lat- est production is a great choice as the third offering of their season. A View from the Bridge has charac- teristics of Greek tragedy: being lin- ear in nature, having a dramatic cli- max, and having a chorus, or in this case, a narrator. Doing the honors of acting as the Greek chorus and pro- pelling the narrative is a lawyer named Alfieri (Maury Herman), who ad- ONE, TWO, THREE, GRIMACE…The cast of Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber of Fleet Street practice their sneers and vises Eddie (A.J. Liana), the tragic evil looks at a recent rehearsal of the upcoming macabre and sophisticated, yet darkly funny, Westfield High School protagonist whose fatal flaw is his Susan M. Dougherty for The Westfield Leader and The Times production. The production will feature more than 100 cast, crew, musicians and technicians when it opens tonight, March A GOOD POINT...Marco (Lou Savarese) makes his point to cousin Beatrice 10. Additional performances will be on Friday, March 11, and Saturday, March 12. All performances are at 7:30 p.m. in relationship with niece Catherine Carbone (Andrea Barra) at the end of Act I in Arthur Miller’s A View from the the high school auditorium. Daniel Devlin, the director, and his students have created a wonderful rendition of Stephen (Kristina Hernandez). Bridge. At left, Rodolpho (Brian Remo) and Catherine (Kristina Hernandez) Sondheim’s chilling musical masterpiece. All seats are $10. Reserve your seat by calling (908) 233-0563, or check availability Lawyer Alfieri breaks what is dance to 1950s records while Eddie Carbone (A.J. Liana) tries to ignore him. The at the door. known in acting terms as “the fourth fascinating two-act drama is now playing at the Westfield Community Players wall” to speak directly to the audi- through the end of March. Bromka Delivers Genuine ence. He has a self-described “unro- spent his life, working the docks to home most of his money to his wife mantic practice” that deals with “petty support his wife Beatrice (Andrea and sick children, but Rodolpho, a troubles of the poor.” Yet Eddie’s Barra) and her deceased sister’s blonde, handsome sensitive young Portrayal of First Ladies story is an extraordinary case that daughter, Catherine. With the arrival man who seems interested in having Alfieri will always remember. He By MARYLOU MORANO Mr. Weinberg’s screenplay are of Bea’s two adult cousins, illegal a good time in the new world, buys Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times warns the audience, “There is no immigrants from Italy, tension records, clothes and goes to movies. authentic and worthy of being mystery to solve” because he could FANWOOD – On February 27, historically noted on their own accord. mounts when one of the cousins, As niece Catherine grows up be- The Fanwood Memorial Library see where Eddie was heading and, in Rodolpho (Brian Remo), takes an fore Eddie’s eyes, the guardian has The only drawback to the the manner of Greek tragedy, the (FML) got a head start on celebrating otherwise wonderful performance instant liking to Eddie’s teenage niece. conflicted feelings about the little Women’s History Month when it pre- audience can see it coming, too. He The two men are known on the docks girl he loved and protected who is was that more people attended than tells us the story of Eddie and his sented Lady Bird, Pat and Betty: Tea had registered, causing much of the as “submarines” since they have come now a young woman of almost 18. for Three, a one-woman performance family because it is a tale that haunts in under the radar of American immi- He tells her he doesn’t like that audience to stand through the 85 him. written by Eric H. Weinberger and minute performance. gration. “heads are turning like windmills” performed by Emmy award–winning In the shadow of the Brooklyn Marco (Lou Savarese), a family as she walks down the street. Eddie “Elaine Bromka’s performance actress Elaine Bromka. drew one of the largest crowds we’ve Bridge is where Eddie Carbone has man who is built like an ox, sends CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 The show’s setting is the White ever had for a library program. “Nest” part of the exhibition, “Propo- House immediately prior to the Everyone thoroughly enjoyed sitions in Paper” by artist Joan Grubin change of administration. As each themselves and was more than on display beginning Friday, March First Lady prepares to meet her pre- impressed with her masterful 11, until Saturday, April 16, at the decessor for tea, she reminisces about performance,” said Dan Weiss, FML Tomasulo Gallery, located on the first her years as the wife of the president director. “Although we love getting a floor of Union County College’s and the special challenges her mar- big turnout for our programs, it does MacKay Library in Cranford. riage faced – both in and out of the tend to highlight the library’s need White House. O O O for more space,” he continued. 2010-2011 CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES 31st SEASON MAPLEWOOD WESTFIELD The Monkees’ 45th With just a few minutes between Carol Campbell, Friends presi- acts for changing into a period outfit dent, agreed. “While we are happy Anniversary Tour and signature wig, Ms. Bromka be- our little library can do such well came the gracious Lady Bird Johnson, received programs, we are increas- the stoic Pat Nixon and the flamboy- ingly disappointed by the space limi- Hits Area June 9 ant Betty Ford. tations,” she said. MORRISTOWN - Hey, hey it’s the As each First Lady recounted her “We saw both new and old faces; Monkees! 45 years after their ground personal story, she intimately shared we now have an established follow- breaking show and hit singles first took the moments of heartbreak and ing that only gets bigger as we strive televisions and record players by storm, happiness that came with being to offer the best programming for our original Monkees members Davy Jones, married to the president of the United budget.” Micky Dolenz and Peter Torkare an- States. Ms. Bromka has performed in film, nounce a new tour to dazzle five decades Lady Bird Johnson touchingly television, Broadway and Off-Broad- worth of fans. recalled being with Jackie Kennedy way for 30 years. An Evening with The Monkees – The in a Dallas hospital after President She starred opposite Rich Little in 45th Anniversary Tour launches on June John F. Kennedy’s assassination, the P.B.S. show “The Presidents” and MOSTLY MUSIC will present the fourth concert of its 31st Season on 3 and will roll through more than 30 while Pat Nixon recalled the impersonated the last eight First La- cities. These shows mark the first live Watergate Scandal as only Richard dies. performances by the band in a decade, Nixon’s wife could. Those who couldn’t make the Feb- SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2011 and are sure to draw yet another genera- Betty Ford spoke of her breast ruary 27 performance can take heart. tion of fans to their one-of-a-kind mix of cancer and the platform she had to “We plan on inviting Elaine back for music and comedy. educate women about the disease. another show,” said Ms. Campbell. Tickets are now on sale. Fans should This she did attired in her dressing ANI KAVAFIAN and CARTER BREY check local listings and facebook.com/ gown, while gulping a drink and and SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS MonkeesTour for updated ticketing and popping pills. tour information. The Thursday, June Each of Ms. Bromka’s personas Violin 9, performance will take place at the provided a genuine sense of being in Morristown Mayo Center for the Per- the presence of the First Lady, and IDA KAVAFIAN SHERYL STAPLES MICHELLE KIM forming Arts, located at 100 South allowed the audience to see the Street. For more information, or to woman who so often walked in her KERRY McDERMOTT ARNAUD SUSSMAN purchase tickets call (973) 539-8008 husband, the president’s, shadow. Viola or visit mayoarts.org. Ms. Bromka’s performance and PAUL NEUBAUER VIVEK KAMATH MARK HOLLOWAY FW Arts Council to Hold Cello Bass EILEEN MOON SATOSHI OKAMOTO Free Kenny Woods Concert FANWOOD – The Fanwood Arts Francesca Azzara’s “Open Windows,” Middle-Earth and Camelot,” says part of her “Windows and Whispers” Council will present award-winning Woods, whose song for the Hobbit is series, a body of work that incorpo- singer/songwriter Kenny Woods of currently on his YouTube page rates window imagery as a metaphor — PROGRAM — Summit in a free public concert on youtube.com/kennywoods. for viewing what lingers in the heart Sunday, March 20, from 3 to 4 p.m. at Woods is a graduate of Roselle and mind, is currently on display at the Kuran Arts Center, Park High School. In Boulevard Bistro in Westfield. STRAVINSKY: Apollo Suite located on Watson 2007, he won the Road adjacent to Portland Songwriters WHS Theatre Department’s Fanwood Borough Association Contest Sweeney Todd - TCHAIKOVSKY: Serenade in C, Opus 48 Hall (GPS use 75 and earned a Los An- North Martine Av- geles Music Award. The Demon Barber of enue). His music also has Mr. Woods will per- received honors from Fleet Street MAPLEWOOD ~ MORROW CHURCH form his signature Billboard and has Thursday, March 10, wedding song, been featured on the Friday, March 11, 600 Ridgewood Road at 2:30 p.m. “Thankful for You,” American Idol Saturday, March 12 which has over website. All performances at 7:30 p.m. 350,000 views on Join Kenny Woods WESTFIELD ~ TEMPLE EMANU-EL YouTube and has been for an enlightening performed at weddings hour of soul-stirring 756 East Broad Street at 7:30 p.m. around the world. The songs, stories and SPFHS Repertory Theatre’s Admission: $25, Seniors – $22, Students 10-21 – Free solo acoustic perfor- laughter. 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