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By LAUREN TRAINOH the plea and ruled that the case would not THE CHRONICLE \ Must continue treatment; won^t face jail time go to trial. This is not a slam-dunk case, this is a case where the court Could have CRANFORD — Ernest Piano, the for- that she was "sufficiently attractive for the state of New Jersey. Piano was also difficulties," he said. mer guidance counselor charged with ypu to ask her out yourself" he quietly fined $500 and $30 for court costs. Additionally, Piano's guilty plea will not harassment and accused of inappropriate- agreed. While he will not serve time in jail, he be admissible in any future civil court prof ly touching a female Cranford High School "No matter how jocularly you meant it, must continue to cooperate with his cur- ceedingfl. • '•''. ••<•.•"'•:.••'.'''.."'..:•'::"•:•' student on the buttocks last year, pled you could understand how a young girl rent counselor and continue to attend Piano,- 44, was charged with one count guilty in municipal court to a reduced could take that the wrong way?" his attor- scheduled counseling sessions, providing of harassment Nov. 10, following a joint charge Tuesday. ney asked. Again, Piano answered yes. the court with proof that he has attended. investigation conducted by the Division of In pleading guilty to the amended Piano must turn in his teaching certifi- : Had Uie charge not been amended; Youth and Family Services and the charge, Piano admitted making inappro- cate to the state and permanently give up Piano cQuld have faced a $1,000 fine and a Cranford Police Department. He was priate statements in a public place* When the profession. He agreed never to seek possible jail term of 6 months; ' : Piano's attorney asked if he told a student employment again in any. school within Municipal Judge James Bell accepted (Continued on page A-2)
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Cranford's Terence Griernow wears Hillside Ave. the crown as the Cougars'all-time Spiderman visited Cranford's scoring leader after passing the old Hillside Avenue^ School on toput mark of 1,454 during a game last Friday to challenge the K-8 week. See Sports, Page C-1. grade students to make the right choices in life, Includ- on ing "Be a buddy, not a bully," "Be a good person and treat everyone with respect," and "When confronted with a problem, talk to someone — parents, teachers, or family By LftUREN TRAINOR members —until someone listens!" The superhero THE CHRONICLE • \ .':'. spoke to the students In two CRANFORD — Last year, assemblies, then visited three pedestrians were killed in each of the elementary class- the township, along with 12i 267 BROAD STREET, SUMMIT, NEW JERSEY rooms to personally meet the year-old Christopher children and deliver chal- Williamson, who was riding his lenge cards. 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Lessee responsible for maintenance and excess wear & tear. tBased tor Mankind reconfigured near Cranford High on same year, make, model and equipment. Dealer reserves the right to purchase competitor's vehicle if necessary. All ad cars sold cosme'tically as is: All offers subject to approval by primary lender.. Not responsible for typographical errors. Offers expire 1/18/05, School last year, leading neigh- The wrestling star MickFoley will Township poised to move ahead with billing borhood residents to complain make in appearance and sign auto- about dangers to young children. graphs in Kenilwofth this weekend. By GREG MARX Squad's leadership doesn't support proposal patients in that way had been Those concerns have prompt- For more information about the THE CHRONICLE ' *• • •*• M. M. I. X deemeriAOTViodn illega11 larval I iirn» thfnoe pasti^oai-, buhi itf ed Board of Education member event, turn to Prime Time, Page B-2. the township's annual expenses, set the program's cost. Grady Jom said thanks to a new admin- Mike Caulfield to take action. CRANFORD — Though the a billing program may be insti- said the figure was based on the istrative ruling township profes- Caulfield is: organizing a leadership of the volunteer First tuted in the next few months. experience of the Roselle Fire sionals now believe they are on group of activists concerned • Aid Squad is not on board with "We are doing this as an eco- Department, which recently firm ground — if Cranford pur- about the lack of adherence to the idea, the Township nomic measure to start mitigat- began billing for the service. chases another ambulance to posted speed limits. His new cit- ONLY 4 DAYS! Committee appears poised to ing the cost of EMS in Cranford," Township officials have said comply with state regulations. izens' group is called approve a third-party billing said Mayor George Jorn. patients billed would be only The new ambulance wouldn't B.R.A.K.E.S., which stands for plan for delivery of emergency The township currently those who are treated by profes- be the only cost associated with Bikers, Runners, and Kids medical services by township spends between $250,000- sional EMTs and who are trans- the move. The township would Entitled to Safety. The not-for- employees. 300,000 per year to pay profes- ported to a hospital. The town- also have to hire a company to profit organization will oncou*". When the squad nearly disin- sional emergency medical techni- ship would drop the charge for conduct the billing. Township age drivers to slow down and rec- tegrated in 2002 and the town- cians to respond to calls 65 hours residents who do not have employees have begun soliciting ognize the impact speeding has ship developed Cranford per week. Though township offi- Medicare or private insurance. prices for the service, Jorn said. on the residents of Cranford. Emergency Medical Services to cials can not at this point guar- Billing would not apply to res- Despite the costs associated "We need to promote awareS .• guarantee service during day- antee how much revenue a third- idents who are treated by the vol- with billing, Jorn said the move ness in town that each of us has time hours, township officials party billing program would gen- unteer squad, which operates is financially necessary. "Even if to follow the speed limits," he made not billing residents a pri- erate, Finance Officer Tom Grady during evenings and on week- we mitigate some of the cost, said. "Each one of us has this ority. But with turnover on the put the estimate at $250,000 ends, obligation to think about that we committee and no end in sight to annually, or nearly enough to off- •Proposals to selectively bill (Continued on page A-2) might be in a hurry to get some- place, but we also have the responsibility to take care of the people in our town and make Student's story picked for fantasy collection sure they can use: the streets as well." . :.•.•••;•,•••/•• ; ByUURENTRAINOB the contest. thing, she said — it was based on A serious runner who has "We hadn't paid any attention some writing she had done on PlusOver 200 Rower praised THE CHItONICLE taken to. the streets more fre- to it — it was a class assignment her own, then reworked for the quently since last July to train CRANFORD — Rachel and we didn't even know the contest. for a marathon, Caulfield is care- ' Certified for volunteer wort Burzon-Fink has a penchant for details of it," she said. "It was a The contest rules specified THE RIGHT WAY. THE RIGHT CAR. ful to always wear reflective Cranford resident and PSE&G employ- writing fantasy, but that doesn't long time afterwards, so I didn't that each entry into the contest clothing. Still,, he said that mean her accolades aren't real. think anyone from around here must contain traditional ele- despite taking steps to enusre ee David Rower was recently recog- won, or we would have heard by ments of a fantasy story: a vil- FACTORY OPTIONS nized by the company for his volunteer This month, the sixth-grader his own visibility, he has noticed NEW 2004 CHEVY then." lain, a victim, and a hero. But the work on behalf of The Hope at Hillside Avenue School was that many other runners, bikers, one of nine grand prize winners But she started to get the idea story, while following a tradition- and skateboarders who .share Center/New York City Relief. See the in the Scholastic Book Club's al structure, is anything but typ~ SSR story on Page AS. something was up when she was the road with him are hard to 14.151 Fantasy Writing Contest. Her called into her Language Arts ical. Rachel'9 heroine is a scared see. And speeding cars put even I ROADSTER story will be published in a book class and saw her principal and a girl, just about her age, who finds the most brightly dressed jogger with the other winners, which few other teachers among her herself separated irom her Girl at risk'. • • .' Scout troop. An angel arrives and ; VIN #48112154. StklC3479,2 DR, 8 cyl.. auto, a/c, p/s/b/winds/ Iks/mitrS. cd. cruise, leather, memory will be available through the classmates. She also noticed that "I see a lot of people jogging & heated seats. MSRP: $47,150. Includes $500 military rebate, & $1500 GM owner loyalty if qua). : Arrow Book Club in June. Rachel somehow, her mother had fol-saves her, but the angel's idea of "saving" involves taking her even and riding bikes... and we have will also receive 10 copies of the lowed her to school. folks who don't want to follow book and two 50-book libraries of After the clapping died down farther away to drop her in even more unfamiliar territory. the speed limit," he said. They 7TT Free throw fantasy books, one for her home and Rachel was presented with don't want to slow down. When and one for her classroom. balloons, she read her award- "The angels were kind of dif- they see you running they honk, n Until the announcement was winning tale to the class. ferent; they don't have to be with they curse, they give you the contest Saturday made in front of her peers, Her story about angels was middle finger." . Rachel had no idea she had won (Continued on page A-2) RACHEL BURZON-FINK NEW 2004 CHEVY The Cranford Knights of Columbus will not directly inspired by any one Westfield residents formed a hold their annual free throw champi- group under the same name two 7 DAYS A WIEK TRAI.LBLAZER onship for kids ages 1014 from 1-3 summers ago. And a group of res- om Saturday at St. Michael's School. State to rule on whether bridge must be rebuilt idents in that town have been CALL TO GET APPROVAL TODAY!' For more, call (908) 272-1645. trained to use police radar gups SPECIAL FACTORY ROTS EXT IS 4X4 10,421 By LAUREN TRAINOR on Friday. Once the DEP reviews the data, weeks ago,.when officials from to track speeders, who receive ] OFF MSRP - THE CHRONICLE Data being collected from the state officials will determine Cranford, the county, and the warning letters from the police township and county will help what the future of the county DEP first met and agreed that department after being observed VIN #46208287, Stk #C3019,4 DR, 6 cyl., auto, a/c, p/s/b/winds/lks/mirrs, cd, cruise, white CRANFORD - The Newthe DEP determine if £he new project will be. the bridge's height was creating breaking the speed limit three walls, alarm. MSRP: $34,420. Includes $500 military rebate, & $1500 GM owner loyalty il qual.. : i :: Itl Jersey Department of bridge can be modified to allow Township Commissioner Scott an increased flood hazard. times. • ••'.••••, .'V • : •'.•'•' '..-:' /' ''." Environmental Protection (DEP) 1 ; ; more river flow or if it must be Mease believes the bridge should The new bridge is being con- CranfoM Police Chief, ;Erip '•-"'•'• •"••"••'8 3 3-'B'' '2 T'3'" ' • agreed last week that the new torn down and completely bo completely robuilt. structed using a lower bench- Mason said that enforcing poet- I Commentary A-4 Eastman Street bridge, which rebuilt. The township's data will Mease first noticed problems mark than specified in ; the ed speed limits is also a priority WI CAN KIP YUU BET APPROVED! m waua the township contends is being be verified by engineering firm with the bridge's construction in approved plans. The result cre-: for his. department^ and he hatt Community Life B-1 built too low to the Rahway Hatch Mott MacDonald, to early November, when he wasates backwater flow, which will outlined enforcement and educa- G-1 Rivor, must be either modifiod or whom tho Township Committee walking in his neighborhood. By cause water to be blocked from tional initiatives for the '"•^•Ai>• i/i 2675 ROUTE 22 WEST UNION, NJ Sports rebuilt entirely. appropriated $2,600 at an offi- Nov. 16, Township Engineer Rick traveling downstream through AMffilCAN Prime Time B-2 Representatives from cial meeting earlier this month. Marsden notified the! DEP of the theriverbed. . 287*7906 Cranford met last week with Initial date on river flow and;state and the Union County Instead, said Mease, the state officials,, who agreed that bridge specifications are due td Engineer Jeff Sias of the prob-.. water will flow over the ground, SHOWROOM HOURS! MON-FRI: 9AM-9PM SAT: 9AM-6PM f Obituaries A-6 the bridge was being built too tho state within 10 days, while lems and' asked that construc- . in a forced path through SERVICE HOURS: MON-FRI: 7:30AM-5PM • SAT: 9AM-4PM . • Real Estate &4. low and not according to plans. more detailed information is due tion be stopped. , Hampton Park and between tiie miper exrapl Iksnsa, rea. 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We can't just sit end with squad President Jane don't know," Jorn said. aboiit glamour ajid-pblitid^^r' GARWOOD ~ Holly Ambrose never thought childbirth CRANFORD - The Cranfonl sound for inauguration by and let this happen." Zawodniak. Though all involved One thing that is clear about Recreation and Parks Department Even the residents of CrtuwMitl^ Billing is unlikely to start said the meeting was produc- the future is that there won't be would be safest. I '; t and the American Association of Briefs By LAUREN TIUUHOR have called on hifl help in tisries any immediate activity on the She had heard throughout her pregnancy that it could before the middle of this year, tive, Zawodniak remains skep- Retired Persons (AARP) are now THECHRONICLE of crisis. The township resident so any revenue collected would tical about the billing proposal. squad's building, which is take hours of pain before her first baby was born. But she I taking appointments for free tax is a member of the Granford not approach $250,000 in 2005. •She is riot convinced the plan crumbling along the Rahway didn't count on the fact that her new baby, Angelina May 789-9809 after 4 p.m. Loffredo, was determined to make an early entrance into the assistance. The President of the United Emergency \ Response But if annual revenues do reach meets legal muster and argued River. All involved agree an States might be one of the Management team and works ' that point, it would amount to the associated costs will eat tip alternative is needed, but there world. Cranford and Garwood taxpay- Early in the morning of Jan. 5, Ambrose woke up with ers aged 60 and older may call Astronomers host most powerful men on the regularly with the Cranford, about 1.5 tax points, meaning it much of the new revenue. is no solid proposal on the planet, but his inaugural Garwood, and Rahway. police would save residents 1.5 cents table. Of a proposal to move the contractions. She called her birth coach, who told her she (908) 709-7283 to reserve a time to talk on dark matter It is unclear whether the dis- had plenty of time; . meet with a tax practitioner. parade might be silent if it departments to provide power in property taxes per $100 of pute will have any broader sig- squad to the site of the former But within a half hour, her contractions started to Appointments will be scheduled on CRANFORD - Amateur weren't, for the services of a and other services to residents assessed value. nificance, for the relationship Mosquito Control Commission Cranford resident. building on North Avenue, Jorn increase. And although she was told it would take a mini- Mondays or Fridays beginning Astronomers will conduct its in need. :'. v , •. .•':., •'.' •;'.,• ;.•• \ The committee would have to between the township and the mum of eight hours to give birth, Ambrose knew she had to monthly membership meeting 8 Paul Josewitchis the owner "Any time there's a technical approve a billing plan before squad. For several years, town- said, "I just don't see where we Feb. 4 at noon, 1,2, and 3 p.mi 1 do something fast. She lay down in the bathroom while her p.m. Friday in the lecture hall of of SBP Industries, an engi- the budget is adopted in April ship officials have offered sup- can take a property that can be All appointments will be held at issue, we solve it," he said. ; • sold for a million dollars and put boyfriend, Adam Loffredo, called 911. the Cranford Community Center, the Nomahegan Building at neering firm specializing in Years ago, when a storm or May to count any of the port to the squad's volunteer Union County College, 1033 anticipated revenue toward the recruitment efforts while also the rescue squad there." Police arrived on the scene quickly. As officers rushed to 220 Walnut Ave., in room 205. Tax providing power, light, sound, rendered Parkway Village her side, Patrolman Mario Morelli told Ambrose not to push. assistance will end on April 15. Springfield Ave. At 9 p.m., the heat, cooling, ancl generators without electricity, Josewitch "At that point I saw the baby's head and I started to get a Taxpayers should note that the club will present a free public for events that span from rock provided the houses with tem- little freaked out," she said. "As soon as he said, 'Okay, she can Homestead Rebate will not be sub- lecture by Jerry Selwood, a concerts to storm relief; porary lights and heat. Student's story picked for collection come out,'she just flew right out." mitted with the 2004 NJ 1040 Rutgers astrophysicist, titled "It's all a blur -— every day .'Jpsewitch started toying Anglina May was born at 5:14 a.m., just under two hours The Dark Side of the Universe." (Continued from page A-l) ners from more than 4,000 Did they take you somewhere else, form. The new rebate form will be is a new surprise," he said. with electricity when he was 11 from the time Ambrose first woke up. mailed to homeowners after April Selwood will explain what is This year, Josewitch has years old. Later, he began dis- entries. no matter how short it may be?" The Garwood First Aid Squad and paramedics arrived short- known about the dark matter the halo and everything," Rachel Betsy Howie, creative market- Though Rachel has clearly 15. It is recommended that tax- been recruited for the third / : . LAUREN TRAINOR/THE CHRONICLE secting and reassembling his ly after to look after Holly and Angelina, and transport them payers bring a copy of lat year's that comprises 99 percent of the Cranford's SBP Industries sent this truckload of speakers, and saidi Luckily for Rachel's heroine, ing manager for the club and a demonstrated her talent for writ- to Overlook Hospital. . . time to provide the sound for family's television seta, a hobby state and federal returns, this universe, and that can only be the President's inaugural many others, to Washington, D.C. to provide sound for President another angel finally arrives arid contest judge in past years, said ing fantasy fiction, it is reality- "We had the bags all packed and ready to go to the hospi- he picked up on his own. saves the Girl Scout from her . LAUREN TRAINOR/THE CHRONICLE year's state and federal tax return identified by the gravitational parade, to be held today. Bush's Inaugural parade. By 1969, Josewitch was that within the first few lines of a based fiction that she enjoys read- Holly Ambrose and Adam Loffredo with tal," said Adam Loffredo. "She wanted to come out here at effect created by its presence. predicament. , : story, a reader can tell if the young ing most. Her most recent favorite booklets and all information perti- Josewitch began his tenure Diana. Ross in Central Park, already engineering major their infant daughter, Angelina May. home." Following the lecture, mem- 1 this marked the first year the author is a writer with a unique is a book called "Letters from nent to this year's return such as when he met President Ronald "We're the fix-it guys. and has been involved with events, . I've done every contest's••; fantasy category was -W-2 forms, 1099 interest forms, bers and guest will be invited to Reagan and agreed to provide t vision. •'•.'•• Rifka," about a 12'year-old Jewish the Sperry Observatory on cam- shows by Princej Bruce Cranford;graduation since..my open to the students in. Grades 4- dividend pension statements, When they get into trou- "Did they create a beginning, immigrant who journeys from pus to tour the facility. Weather the power for all his appear- Springsteen, and The Grateful own, including my own and 6. Fantasy authors Holly Black, middle, and amend? Did they pull Ukraine to Ellis Island, Based on a Social Security forms and property ances. He quickly became ble, we're there and we Dead. ' '•':. ; befrjre rny own, which is rather '• Suzanne Collins, Cornelia Funke, tax bills. permitting, a celestial viewing you into a world that's fresh? Most true story, the book chronicles her Library now offers wireless access focusing on the comet Machholz known for his reliability and bail them put" And when Princess Diana unique," he recalled. ' and Jenny Nimmo chose the win- importantly, did they tell a story? voyage through a series of letters. By LAUREN THAIHOH go anywhere," he said. 'That kind of Frequently, businessmen who don't Cranford or Garwood shut-ins his quick efficiency. married Prince Charles, the His company, like Josewitch,, or those physically unable to go to and the planet Saturn will be — Paul Josewitch THECHRONICLE put the idea into my head." have access to their offices during For today's event, Josewitch SBP crew was called in to res- calls Cranford home. Soon, the Community Center may call conducted using the club's two Malar talked to Pete Belson of the day will stop in to use the wire- large telescopes. Free parking is had two weeks to prepare the cue a team that realized at that though, SBP Industries will be CRANFORD — The Cranford ELB Internet Services of Weatfield, less network. with their name, telephone num- sound for the inauguration last minute that their equip- leaving its home on Chesnut ber and address and a tax coun- available at the college. Resident seeking to put brakes Public Library has gone wireless, who frequently works with the "We've always seen them sit at parade. After many hours of ertheless puts him in a position ment would not work overseas. Street as the Riverfront selor will call for an appointment For more information, call and director John Malar iB looking library and said installing the three desks and spread out their paper- work, Josewitch loaded up his to observe historical moments "We had to. work around the Redevelopment effort moves • (Continued from page A-l) the side of township roads with address the ancillary issuos of hel- at the home. (908) 276-STAR or visit forward to sharing the convenience transmitters could be done for as lit- work," he said. "So much of it is web- trucks with scores of speakers from a unique perspective. forward. Despite the easy com- signs imploring drivers to slow met usage and visibility. But the with residents. www.asterism.org. clock to make adaptors for that occur are in areas which are tle as $1,700. based; now they can come in and con- and sent them with his contrac- "When Sept. 11 hit, I was mute from his township home :, down. future of the group will depend Cranford joins the Fanwood and that," he said. residential or school areas," he He also has plans to conduct dis- largely on the community's inter- "Once I found out how inexpen- duct their business." Nominating petitions tor, Thomas Lynthicum, to working at the top of the Josewitch said it is the com- every day, Josewitch said he can said. Scotch Plains libraries among the Evening hours tance-versus-speed recordings to est. first wireless networked libraries in sive it was, I just thought we should Malar is also hoping the wireless available at board office Washington. Empire State Building to power pany's reputation for reliability understand why a business like . Additionally, Mason said, the determine how many speeders "Right now it's very embryonic give it a try," Malar said. offering relieves some of the demand for Garwood clerk "We had more than three up the transmitters at the top and efficiency that keeps the his isn't guaranteed a spot in a department will be adding a new Union County. there are on the roads, and to mon- — we'll see who concretely shows Malar had been visiting colleges Within weeks, Belson had started for the wired networks. KENTLWORTH - The dead- GARWOOD — The municipal miles worth of cable we had to of that building," he said. last minute calls coming in. growing downtown. speed board to the one already itor school traffic at peak hours. up for the meeting," ho said. "But I work, the installation taking only "I'm hoping the demand will get a line for filing nominating petitions clerk's office has initiated evening test," he said. He was in Cuba when CBS "We're the fix-it guys. When "I'd love to stay in Cranford," positioned on local streets. with liia son this fall, and noticed Caulfield is determined to slow plan to be around for a while, so that many of the college campuses two days. By early December, the little more spread out," ho said. to run for positions on the hours. The office will be open from While Josewitch often pro- interviewed Castro, and helped they get into trouble, we're he said. "But even though it's a Caulfield is planning an educa- down drivers, and may post the we'll see." network was up and running. Security is not a concern, as the Kenilworth Board of Education is 4 4:30-6:30 p.m. on the second and duces the types of projects that facilitate a Kool and the Gang there and we bail them out," he necessary business, it's also tion campaign for drivers and were outfitted with a wireless net- group's findings on a web site. The B.RAK.E.S. organizational work The convenience that works so "We wanted to be ready for the staff and public networks run on dif- p.m. Monday, Feb. 28. Nominating fourth Tuesday of each month, for only get noticed when some- show in Africa. He has provided said. But, he added, "Your, something you don't want-in those who use the street for recre- Additionally, he said, the group meeting will b
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. , BiUing only option WARNER BOUTIN LINDA HOELTJE i The prospect of billing residents for delivery of emer- DERRICK RAY ANDREA KUNYZ MICHAEL MacMANUS gency medical services presents something of a prob- Mike Deak visiting Garwood Plalnfield Scotch Plains Scotch Plains works in Cranford lem for the Township of Cranford. By the time I retire, I don't think Social I pretty much don't think so, because No, I don't think Social Security will I think Social Security will probably be I think Bush needs to keep his nose Security be in a decent spot...people the president is going to take (the be there if Bush is trying to get rid of privatized, and there will probably be a out of Soda) Security and leave well The community is justifiably proud of a volunteer Still waiting are living longer, and that is carrying program) away. it — I think another president would lot of corruption when it gets privatized, enough alone. There's a lot of other First Aid Squad that provided care free of charge for out the benefits. .have to bring it back. People will take their money and waste problems for him to worry about. many years; it's hard to give up on the noble idea that it, and not use it for what it was meant for. you can provide such a valuable service for free by to grow up virtue of the hard work of volunteers; Editor's note: This column has There is also the fear that once a billing program is previously appeared in this - instituted T- even if payment is not demanded of resi- space. PSE&G recognizes Rower for volunteer work dents without insurance or Medicare coverage, and The happiest day of my ado- David Rower, a resident of Two are charged with even if that message is conveyed with utmost clarity — lescence came on a steamy Cranford, has been recognized for at some point, someone in need will hesitate to call and Friday afternoon in May when I his commitment to The Hope will suffer as a result. suddenly got a hot putter. Center/New York City Relief in #iiipaiiy It is these concerns that led the township to get It was 31 years ago and I was Elizabeth with a $3,000 grant to ..' KE^WORTH involved in emergency medical care in the first place. a 14-year-old freshman on the the organization from his employer, j Police Log W: With the First Aid Squad struggling to stay afloat sev- varsity golf team of Somerville PSE&G. . Eric Hostettler of Hillside High School. We were playing Rower was one of the 15 individ- was arrested Jan. 10 and Pam eral years ago, the township stepped in to pick-up the our dreaded rival, Bound Brook, uals and two teams who received a Sampogna of Edison was arrest- charged with theft after police slack after the squad announced a plan to begin billing at Green Knoll, and on the last "Recognizing Excellence in ed Jan. 12 after the two turned , patients. That history makes it more than a little iron- four holes of my nine-hole match found him at h?s home in Volunteerism" award at a recent themselves in at police; head- Kenilworth at 8:00 a.m. Jan 12 ic that now it is the township that plans to begin third- I sank putts of at least 12 feet recognition ceremony. quarters. Both were charged for a 3-0 win. The team won that Brian Hamilton of Rpselle Park party billing and the leadership of the squad that Rower works with the The Hope with third degree theft and was also arrested at the home opposes it. day, too; any victory for Center/New York City Relief, an released on their own- recogni- Somerville was an upset, but this and charged with theft. Nonetheless, it's hard to argue with Mayor George outreach effort that brings hope to zance. The charges stem from a Jan was doubly delicious because we disadvantaged communities free of The two were ex^employees Jorn's contention that it is now financially imperative had edged Bound Brook. The 6 incident in which, the two charge. The organization provides of a refrigeration company on allegedly stole aluminum from a for the township to charge for care provided by profes- sweet elixir of victory, soaked my food and help to those in need. North 14th Street that discov- sional EMTs. heart and there was this incredi- Market Street business. Both Staffed by volunteers, The Hope ered that thousands of dollars men were released on their own When the township began providing emergency med- ble moment, in my brother's car Center houses a food pantry and were missing over a period of on the way home from the course recognizance. ical care on daytime weekday hours, it assumed a sub- helps people find jobs, rehabilita- months. A police investigation *** stantial financial burden to keep its residents safe. when the radio was playing The tion programs, clothing and food led to the pair's arrests, and the Doors' "Love Her Madly," when I A Linden resident reported Cranford now spends about $300,000 annually to oper- referrals and housing/shelter infor- two have been terminated from that her vehicle was broken into thought life could not get any mation. their jobs at the company. ate the program, according to Finance Director Tom better. while it was parked on the Grady. Given all national trends related to health care, Letters to the editor Each Friday night, volunteers *+* Boulevard Jan 13 at 7:49 pm But that was a rare moment like Rower board a bus that acts as An employee of Paparatto *** that dollar figure is only likely to rise. Construction Company reported Moreover, there is every indication that the township in my adolescence. The memories a ••traveling soup kitchen andinfor- A Kenilworth resident of those years are kept in the mation center, delivering clothing, at 7:46 am Jan. 10 that someone reported that her vehicle was Miracles happen on Myrtle Street had broken into one of his trucks will be involved in emergency care for the long term. Transylvania of my soul, a place food and counseling services in Pictured from left are Sarah Thoma, executive director of the Governor's Office on Volunteerism; David broken into while.it was parked Many hopeful words have been spoken about the volun- Club; Cranford Bike Shop; and the Baptist Church where dark clouds roil about Elizabeth and Newark. and stripped it of some parts. To The Chronicle: Rower; Fred DeSantl; and Richard Galloway, president of New York City Relief. *** 'on the Boulevard at 9:51 pm teer squad again assuming more responsibility, limit- We at Cranford Family Care wish to once again from Railway. So many Christmas Angels came to empty castles and lightning bolts Jan. 13. ing the cost to taxpayers. But while the volunteers do thank the community for their kind and generous assist us make this time of the year a happy and kill innocent sheep grazing in An employee of L&J Body yeoman's work, there is little evidence at this point of holiday help. .blessed one. the fields. These were the unhap- and fender Works reported that GARWOOD that happening. So many organizations, companies, and clubs One young man, just 7 years old, named Jake piest years of my life, and I Local legislators praise nomination of Chertoff a pair of suspects were in the contributed, including Joe Sarica and his annual came all the way from Metuchen to donate his new remember being frustrated at process stealing a 70-foot trailer Clifford J. Lawson, 46, of In fact, given the pattern in other communities — Senator Tom Kenn, Jr.,. Assembly bill A-3716 directs from the impound yard at 4:31 Christmas party in Linden; the Azure Masada birthday gifts for children. Folks had holiday parties the insidious drip of miserable Bill aims to clarify the Board of Public Utilities to Westfield, was charged with Cranford is far from the only municipality that has Assemblyman Eric Munoz, and pm Jan. 10. shoplifting $99 of merchandise Lodge of Cranford; the Cranford Jaycees; the VIA; where they asked for new gifts for children. time until I grew up and life Assemblyman Jon M. Bramniclc, Legislative cable billing rates require cable television providers struggled to attract volunteers in recent years —: it local schools including Livingston Avenue, Hillside One of the schools reached out to a new project to would be so much simpler and Officers arrested Alan Cohen from Radio Shack at 10:46 p.m. seems likely that the township's role will become big- representatives of the 21st District, to disclose particular information of Point Pleasant and John St. Friday. Avenue, Orange Avenue, Walnut Avenue, Brookside help adults in need. New gloves, scarves, hats, free of the anxiety that stalked which includes Cranford and notes Assemblywoman Linda on cable television bills to new ger, not smaller, in the years to come. Place, Bloomingdale Avenue and Cranford High; the hams, turkeys, cookies, goodies, coats and snow suits me every day. Stender of District 22, including Germain of Brick and charged Garwood, issued a statement of and existing customers who them with the theft. They were Levan Japaridze, 34, of Were revenue pouring in from other sources and all Alliance Church ARF, Calvary Lutheran Church; were among the many items we received. Of course life has not gotten support recently after President portions of Union County, recently accept the introductory rates. introduced legislation requiring released on their own recogni- Scotch Plains, was charged with other costs stable, this might not be an issue. Of course, Cranford United Methodist Church; St. Michael's; The office was truly Santa's workshop in action, simpler. Life has become increas- Bush announced that former once, and commitment to the cause Under the proposed legislation, Temple Beth-El Mekor Chayim; the Religious thanks to aH our wonderful friends, many of whom cable television providers to clear- zance. shoplifting $79.45 of merchan- that is not the case — municipal budgets everywhere ingly complicated; the more you Westfield resident Michael of justice make him a strong candi- information that must be dis- •*** dise from ShopRite at 5:63 p m Education group at St. Michael's; Trinity Episcopal wish to remain anonymous. We had an abundance of learn about the subtleties of Chertoff would be his new ly disclose terms and conditions of closed on the cable television bill are strained to bursting. And with taxes already rising date for this position." introductory rates on cable bills to A resident of North 27th Sunday. . . . . annually, it is unfair to ask residents to assume the Church; Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops; The First gifts. "real life," the more the black- Homeland Security chief. "President Bush's decision to includes the number of months Presbyterian Church, which donated Christmas Miracles on Myrtle Street continue to happen new and existing customers. Street reported at 7:41 a.m. Jan. *** program's cost when other revenues are available. and-white issues dissolve into a "I have known Mike for a num- select a citizen of New Jersey to the introductory rates are in 12 that someone had thrown a stockings; Pathmark; the Cranford Fire every year bringing love, kindness and sharing from fuzzy gray. You realize the power "Customers lured by introduc- effect, the date when they are Iraldi Beridze, 29, of Scotch Apparently, the members of the Township Committee ber of years on both a personal and head the Department of Homeland tory rates are commonly unaware brick into the window of her car, Plains, was charged with Department, Ray's Deli, which helped run Toys for so many to help make this a better year for others. of mitigating circumstances to professional level," said Kean. "He Security reflects the administra- scheduled to expire, and the pro- have come to the same conclusion. This being Cranford, Tots; St. Anne's in Garwood; Helen K. Baldwin of when these rates expire or how gaining entry. shoplifting $157 of photography Board of Directors provide acceptable exceptions to is a talented and experienced pub- tions commitment to our state," cedure by which the customer . . *** • items from ShopRite at 6:26 though, that doesn't mean action will be taken. School; local senior citizen clubs; the Newcomers Cranford Family Care the rules and no longer do you to terminate their service before may terminate the service with- lic servant who will uphold the saTd Bramnick. 'The tri-state area being billed at significantly higher Charles Hofmeister was p.m. Sunday. If the committee does indeed; agree that billing is rush to harsh or cynical judg- highest standards of honor and was greatly impacted by the events out penalty. necessary — and township professionals agree that it ments. But, through experience, rates," said Stender. "By requiring integrity that is required of him in of 9/11.1 am sure Mr. Chertoff will this information to be included on can be done legally — it's incumbent on local officials you've gotten better coping with his new post. 1 am confident that he not only sorve our country well, but A call to arms for America's vets the curveballs — and the occa- their cable bill, consumers will be to take action now to institute a plan so that taxpayers will do an outstanding job as he will also have a keen knowledge • less likely to exceed their intro- To The Chronicle: related issues. It appears that the Bush sional spitball — that life throws Secretary of the Department of of the importance of addressing will reap the benefits in 2005. The politically-motivated removal of Administration and House leadership are plan- at you. And the anxieties have ductory rate period and be sur- Homeland Security and that he homeland security issues for the prised by higher bills." Congressman Chris Smith from the House ning to set a new course for veterans issues, and gotten bored and, like an old will be an asset in America's efforts state of New Jersey." Veterans Affairs Committee should be viewed as a their removal of Mr. Smith is a clear message that hound dog sleep most of the as we wage war against terrorism warning shot by America's veterans community. veterans can only interpret as less than benevo- time, but are still ready to stalk at home and abroad." lent. Smith has served on the committee for 24 their prey when the scent of fear Munoz said, "I am honored that The Chronicle is here for you years, the last four as chairman, and has been a Veterans across this great country had better arrives. a resident of the 21st District was DONATE A CAR strong and effective advocate for veterans during prepare to engage in the conflict that is sure to There are too many times selected to serve in President his entire tenure. evolve on the veterans' benefits front as a result of these days when I wish the com- Bush's cabinet as head of Support NJ Animal Rescue The following information should help you get your It is disconcerting that Republican Party lead- this move. ideas and community news into The Chronicle: plications would melt and collect Homeland Security. Mr. ChertofTs ers have denied Congressman Smith the final two JAMES VIALARD in a puddle that I could stomp academic background, legal experi- Tax Deductible Call Editor Gregory Marx at (732) 396-4219 with story years of his chairmanship because of his refusal to New Jersey State Commander about in while singing a happy suggestions, questions or comments. For sports, call Chad abandon the principles he applied to veterans- The American Legion song. But that's not going to 1-800-293-7490 Hemenway at (732) 396-4202. happen. In 10 or 20 years, when Tax Forms & Receipts Produced Our address: The Chronicle, 301 Central Ave., Clark, I am eased into my twilight NJ, 07066. Guard, Reserve need more funding years with good grace and digni- FREE Pick-up within 24 hours Our fax number is (732) 574-2613. ty, perhaps the only problem I Our e-mail address is [email protected]. To The Chronicle: Just after 9/11, I remember a woman on a col- will have is deciding how much Eiftail info@autosalvatiofucom«www.auiosalviation.com^ It was nice to see an editorial supporting higher lege basketball team who would not stand for "The to eat at the buffet table at an TREE EXPERT CO. Deadlines military spending in the paper last week. Since we Star-Spangled Banner," and when interviewed said Atlantic City casino. But that are in a war, it is nice to know we have your support. she wished the military had to have a bake sale to Trimming • Repairs The deadline for submitting articles and press releases time is far, far into the future The National Guard and Army Reserve usually get money for equipment. and I am again experiencing the • Removal to The Chronicle is 5 p.m. Friday. get about 35 percent of an active unit's funding, but Many liberals like her are now blasting the pres- twinge of adolescent frustration Modern Equipment swia The deadline for submitting letters to the editor is 10 now that we are needed to deploy we need that ent administration about the lack of equipment, but at the tedious march of time. ROOFING a.m. Monday. extra funding to properly do our job. Many people they complained about military spending too much Perhaps it really is true; the • State Certified have said we should not have to deploy. If the last before. It is efjsy to see that these people are just early 40s are a second adoles- Immediate Service Cape Cod $2,500 administration had not cut the equivalent of eight being disingenuous with these attacks. cence but much m&re dangerous • Insured For Your Protection active Army divisions I do not think we would have CHRISTOPHER D. SANDS than the first, because you are 100 Off to. Cranford armed with knowledge and the Bi-Level $2,700 Any money to do foolish things. 908-233-TREE • 1 • 908-233-8733 Split Level $2,900 Roofing Job Mishap should force flood rethinking There is another memory I www.schmiedotree.com have of that day. I got home just' Celebrating our 50th year NJN Publishing © 2005 To The Chronicle: And they say there's no justice. Maybe the irony in time to gobble a ham sand- in the Tree Business CARLSON BROS. 908-272-1266 wich, then rushed out of the A Penn Jersey Advance, Inc. Newspaper As fate would have it, a major civil engineering of it will give the Cranford Township Committee blunder at the Eastman Street bridge will result in pause to rethink their perspectives on intelligent house with the youth group of Cranford's Northeast Quadrant Flood Control storm water management and genuinely smart the Neshanic Methodist Church Project pumping storm water downstream across growth. to catch a presentation of "Jesus Publisher Eileen Bickcl . 732-396-4404 the yard of the township's Commissioner of Public JAMES LODERSTEDT Christ Superstar" at Princeton Editor Greg Marx 732-396-4219 Works and Engineering. Cranford Theological Seminary. I don't Sports Editor Chad Hemenway 732-396-4202 remembov much except the familiar anthems and that every- thing was loud and unorganized. More time needed for review of bills But one moment sticks in my CELEBRATE CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH To The Chronicle: mittee study or citizen input. I would hope that mind like a grasshopper encased The legislative process in Trenton should be the media would join with me and call for an in amber. Off to one side of the COMPLIMENTARY improved. The standard operating procedure does immediate change that permits time for reflection stage was a slender but shapely EXAMINATION, CLEANING PRE-OWNED FURS J7"-'-> 30i Central Avenue, Clark, NJ. 07066 not provide enough time for legislators to review and public debate prior to a vote. girl, about my age, in a tight T- AND FLUORIDE TREATMENT new laws prior to-the vote on the assembly floor. I have asked that the rules be amended to pro- shirt dancing alone to the music. FOR CHILDREN 14 AND UNDER PROVIDED BY .'! • President...... ;.. Thomas 11. Krekcl 9O8.782-i747 Ext M0 Presently, lawmakers receive between 30 and vide sufficient time for review and debate. The The stirrings I began to feel did DENTAL HYGIENE STUDENTS DURING THE not come from the spirituality of Senior V.ft: Operations Joseph Gloloso..'. 908-575-6759 50 laws four days before the voting session. The majority party is sympathetic to my concerns but MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2005 Minks • Sables Controller;.:...,,.: , .Margaret M. Gcrke 908-7824747 Ext 670 laws can be extremely complicated and may have does not appear ready to embrace change. We also the music, but from a much big- SUNDAY, JANUARY 23rd FROM ger, more incomprehensible force. • Foxes, etc. impact that is difficult to predict without signifi- spend time honoring citizens before the voting ses- A Community Service Provided By... sion, but there is never a time when the public can cant study. The constituents that may be affected I tried to quiet the stirrings UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE Don't buy a coat iim r. Phono: 732-396-4219 Fax; 732-574»2613 must be contacted ajid must have time to voice speak before the Legislature. It would truly be a by reminding myself this was a their support or opposition. real honor to our fellow citizens to permit a period & DENTISTRY OF NEW JERSEY Circulation: 1-800-300-9321 religious function and such stir- The constituent groups that have a full-time when the public could address the Legislature on rings were not allowed, but the SCHOOL OF HEALTH RELATED PROFESSIONS . THE GRAN CENTURION Ai^yertlflngi 732-396-4404 •Classified: 1-800-472-0102 Trenton lobbyist carefully watching the program issues of concern. mix of the cliched sacred and UMDNJ Essex County College, Union County College & BrooUale Community College are the only groups with some chance of influenc- I hope the public and media will join mo and profane, the complicating contra- UNiviMMrrvoFMiDiciNU Department of Allied Dental Education 440 Madison Hill RcL, Clark, !MJ l»Wwei>Tto»d«y byf()N PublWllng (USfS 136-800) 301 Cralml tot, CUrk. NJ 07066 Second Class postage ing the vote. The media has little chance to pro- demand sorious change to a flawed system. dictions, was just as intoxicating DtNTISUYOFNtWlmStY , m Kmism plow vtfdum to NJN hiWi^fWWtawi9^,roBoi,6»,Spinenilki, vide citiasens with information concerning the new 1776 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 JWIOO ntti by njjji, pacyw wtfijti Ualon County J25, om of counly $28, mtt of state 130. To JON M. BRAMNICK as the victory on the golf course. Call for information or rcijacsis S00-M4-; 1 A full complement of Educational Programs ; i v : .lawjsvy'..•'•.••, •••"•,•• -, : . •'•'•• ' :•••. .<•'.•".' •. '" • • •••' i Assemblyman, Dlst. 21 It was a signpost leading into the Jip(j(l^l,: l:;!i:;:-v :^v4\ •.:; ./"••;••:::''' • " •' ',' ..:; ' / •> •.. •,••'• : Floor amendments are routinely made that CAIX 908-889-2411 and Dental. Hygiene Service Available , All furs fully guaranteed. Major credit ^J^^J^/y^f'^' •' •'•';• v:: • ••. •••''• •.'••• •'. 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January 20,200S January 20, 2005 Cranford Chronicle Cranford Chronicle Obituaries Brenda DiCaro New members GARWOOD — Brenda A. Brunswick; two brothers, Andrew Surviving are his longtime D/Agoatino DiCaro, 54, died Jan. D'Agostino of East Brunswick and companion, Marge Kennedy; his ^00 ElderGare-Westfield 18, 2005 at Robert Wood Johnson Frank D'Agostino of Garwood; and mother, Connie; three sons, John, Thomas E. Kane Sr.; University Hospital in Newa sister, Susan DeMaio of continue to join Anthony and Edmond; three and stadium ;^&: 'Bqni^ins ia ; Newark, he lived in Brunswick. Cranford. '•<•*•*" •' *- - -- before moving to daughters, Michele McBride, Cranford traffic officer Born in Plainfield, she lived in Services will be 8:15 a.m. tomor- in a swamp I98g: -,••••;•• Kimberly Heisman and lisa; a Garwood before moving to North row at the Selover Funeral Home, CRANFORD — Thomas E. College of New Jersey, He received park conservancy Cub Scout Pack 103 has been _... ^__dell retired in 1994 brother, Raymond C; a sister, 555 Georges Road, North Kane Sr., who drew up a bicycle an associate's degree in police sci- Brunswick in 1971. after 10 years as a mason with Judith ' Fumero; and seven • Mrs. DiCaro was a showroom Brunswick, A funeral Mass will fol- CRANFORD -.The Hanson tionery, thank you notes and very active the last far grandchildren. safety and bikeway system as the ence from Union County College. Park Conservancy had its third months. The Pack had a trip to !•:• the JTR Construction Co. in low 9 am. at Our Lady of Peace more. v .township's top traffic officer, died A life member of Policemen's designer with Aaron & Co. in New -Newark; He was a member of the A funeral Mass was held yes- Brunswick the past 20 years. Roman Catholic Church, 277 meeting on Jan. 10, and the dub And the Conservancy's histori- theMeadowlandsl Sons of Italy in Garwood, terday at St. Anne's Roman Jan. 12, 2094 at Robert Wood Benevolent Association Local 52, is able to report a substantial Complex over the < r Johnson University Hospital at Mr. Kane bowled in the Cranford Surviving are her husband, Washington Place, North an, Amy Cavicchioli, will docu- Brotherhood of Masons Local 4 Catholic Church. Burial was in Brunswick. Burial will be in Holy increase in membership. Joining break, where the Scouts were Rahway. Bowling League for 39 years. The Dpminick C; her mother, Claire ment the progress of the park for given a tour of the racetrack, in Fairfield and the Merchants Rosedale Memorial Park, D'Agostiho ofWestfield; two daugh- Cross Burial Park, South the ranks of the Conservancy are future generations. Bowling League in Union. : Linden. Mr. Kane, who was age 69, was Army veteran was a member of the Julie Murphy, Kathy Reidy, Giants Stadium and the Byrne the longtime director of the Traffic Union County Traffic Officers ters, Gina and Nicole, both of North Brunswick. Lynda Feder reported that the Arena. The Scouts were able : He was an Army veteran of Arrangements were by the Nadev Kaufman, Marge Canoe Club is designated as an the Vietnam War. Dooley Funeral Home in Division in the Cranford Police Association and New Jersey Police Sfcymone, Meg Lynes, Barbara to go up to the press box (pic- Department. As a member of the Traffic Officers Association. historical site on the state and fed- father, Raymond, is Cranford. Wheatley and Amy Cavicchioli. tured at left) and even went state Bicycle Advisory Committee Mr. Kane was born in Plainfield Sarah Hendricks eral level and that Commissioner onto the field at Giants he testified on bicycle safety and Lynda Feder, president, report- Dan Aschenbach wants to have and lived in Cranford for most of ed that initial donations indicate Stadium. The Pack also had a Roberta Wilson security before a New Jersey his life. CRANFORD - Sarah M. maker. that extend to an historical dis- trip to the Great Swamp Senate subcommittee. Hendricks, 89, died Jan. 17, 2005 Surviving are a daughter, that the community is responding trict encompassing Hanson House GARWOOi) — Roberta Wilson,, and a sister, Jessie A. Surviving are his wife, Patricia Outdoor Educational Center in at Union Hospital. Sandra Chapman; a son, Dan positively to the mission of the and Hanson Park. Chatham for a night hike in MeCasP Wilson, 67, died Jan. 12, Kanisky, are deceased. For organizing the Cranford Rooney Kane; a son, Thomas Jr.; project. bicycle safety and bikeway pro- two daughters, Debra McKenna She was born in Glasgow, Fried; four7grandchildren and six Cranford artists Linda Sowa the swamp. The guide, Ranger 2005 at Lebanon Community Surviving are a daughter, Scotland, and had lived for many great-grandchildren. Julie Murphy will head a com- will create the Conservancy's logo. Hospital in Lebanon, Ore. Donna Lawrence, and a son, gram Mr. Kane received a state and Donna Lynn Kane; a stepson, Rick, gave the Scouts an hour- commendation from Gov. Brendan Timothy O'Leary; four stepdaugh- years in Cranford. Private arrangements were by mittee that will undertake a New Jersey historical artist Lloyd long tour of the refuge on a ! She liyed in her native Thomas, both of Oregon; three sis- town-wide mailing for donations Byrne in 1975. The Cranford pro- ters, Patricia Markeveys, Theresa Mrs. Hendricks was a home- the Dooley Funeral Home. Garrison will be commissioned to Cold November night The full : Garwood, in Bound Brook and in ters, Julia Bataille of South late this winter or early this Plainfield, Mary Ozimefc of gram has been adopted by munici- Bunin, Susan Goodyear and do an original oil painting of the moon gave all the Scouts Soirierville before moving to spring. Murphy believes that the Canoe Club, with support from excellent illumination to see Bridgewater in 1987. Flemington and Grace Hoose of palities in the , United States, Kathleen Jensen; a brother, retired Canada and Australia. Cranford Police Lt. George W. Jr.; citizens of Cranford will be anx- the Green Thumb Garden Club. the swamp that night The Mrs. Wilson was a retired West Virginia; a brother, Duncan Lawrence Gibson The traffic officer joined the and 16 grandchildren] A brother, ious to preserve its unique land- Christmas cards will be commis- scouts also enjoyed hot assembler with Bio Tech in McGaskilL of Piscataway; and mark, the Canoe Club, and will eight grandchildren. Cranford Police Department in Henry, is deceased. Lawrence R; Gibson died Jan. He was a member of ,the sioned from the painting for fund- chocolate and cookies after Somdrville. She was a sponsor realize the importance of the hike. The Pack is spon- and group leader in more than 30 Services were held' Monday at 1962 and became a sergeant in Services were held Saturday at 11, 2005 at Northwest Hospital American . Dental Society, the raising purposes. 1977; Mr. Kane was promoted in the Cranford Alliance Church. Center in Randallstowrt, Md. American College of Oral and Cranford's history of liver regat- Anyone who joins the sored by the First Presbyterian years vyyith Alcoholics the McCriskin Home for Funerals, tas in and around Hanson Park. Church of Cranford. Anonymous. in South Plainfield. Burial was in 1980 to lieutenants a rank he held Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, He was born in Long Island City, Maxillofacial Surgeons, the New Conservancy in its first year of Kathy Reidy spoke of how for- A daughter, Robin Lynn Rosedale Cemetery, Linden. until his retirement in 1999. He Westfield, with arrangements by Queens, and had lived in Westfield Jersey Dental Society, Delta Sigma inception becomes a charter mem- held a bachelor's degree in public the Dooley Funeral Home. In lieu of since 1982. Delta, the Westfield Rotary Club tunate Cranford is to have such a ber. If interested, call Lynda safety administration, magna cum flowers, donations may be sent to Dr. Gibson was an oral and rriax- and the Echp Lake Country Club. lovely area for township events. Feder at (908) 276-8086. Joan Bradley laude, from William Paterson the Cranford First Aid Squad. illofacial surgeon with offices in His father, Lewis H., is deceased. • Another committee will be Donations may be sent to Westfield and Sparta. He also was Surviving are his wife, Janet; his headed by Jim Foglia with the Hanson Park Conservancy, P.O. harvest forcharit y responsibility for brochures, sta- KEMDLWORTH - Joan Bradley, Theresa's Roman Catholic Church. on the staff of Overlook Hospital in mother, LaFern; a son, Brad; and Box 542, Cranford, NJ 07016. WESTFIELD - The Rutgers Lifetime Master Gardener, start- 78, died suddenly Jan. 17, 2005 at Her husband of 52 years, greens were welcomed by sever- agents through; volunteerism. ,. Charlotte Gregory Summit. two sisters, Sandy Perrin and Pat Master Gardeners of Union. ed the seeds in the greenhouse in al non-profit organizations Overlook Hospital in Summit. William, died in 2003. Bowditch. Union County Master CRANFORD - Charlotte B. Her husband, Thomas Jr., died He graduated from Hofstra County completed their most February. Plantings began in including St. Joseph's in Gardeners are trained at the, She was born in Elizabeth and Surviving are a son, Thomas; Gregory, 91, died Jan. 13, 2005 at in 1987. University arid the New York Services were held Saturday at successful harvest in 2004, with April under the direction of three daughters, Ann Lyle, Mary Elizabeth, the Special Wishes Rutgers Cooperative Research lived in that city before moving to her home in Salisbury, Md. Surviving are a daughter, Beryl University College of Dentistry. Dr. the Evangel Baptist Church ih Green Thumb club more than 1,300 pounds of veg- Certified Master Gardener Foundation in Union, the Kenilworth in 1955. Jane Kantor and Joan Kretz; a sis- and Extension office • in Mrs. Gregory was born in G. Hunter of Basking Ridge; a son, Gibson earned his specialization in Springfield. Burial was in Hillside etables distributed to county Norma Cohen of Berkeley Second Presbyterian Church in Westfield, where educational; Mrs. Bradley was employed for ter, Pauline Arnold; 11 grandchil- Elizabeth. She lived in Cranford, Thomas III, with whom Mrs. oral surgery at the Joan and Cemetery, Scotch Plains. agencies throughout the summer Heights and Master Gardener- dren and a great-grandchild. Rahway, Covenant United programs are offered to all withf 10 years at Kidding Around, a chil- Westfield, Whippany and Basking Gregory lived; and six grandchil- Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Arrangements were by the and fall. Educator Cathy McKernan of Methodist Church in Plainfield, dren's store in New Providence. She Services will be 9 a.m. today at will make donation to out regard to race, color, nation- Ridge before moving to Salisbury dren. Cornell University, located in Carmen F. Spezzi Funeral Home in Located in the Rutgers Clark. and the SHIP Senior Program in al origin, gender, religion; age, was a member of the Hilltopper the Opacity Funeral Home, 511 in 2000. A memorial service will be 11 Manhattan. Parlin. Cooperative Research and Summit. Alumni Association at St. Mary's Washington Ave. A funeral Mass Distribution began With the disability, political beliefs, sexiir She retired in 1967 after 10 a.m. Saturday at the Liberty Extension experimental garden first harvest of lettuce ih May The Master Gardener pro- al orientation of marital or fam- Roman Catholic Church in will follow 10 a.m. at St. Theresa's years as an executive secretary at Corner Presbyterian Church, 45 benefit Hanson Park area at Trailside Nature and and was coordinated by Dina gram, located in 46 states and ily status. : Elizabeth. . Church, 541 Washington Ave. Jefferson School in Westfield. Mrs. Church St., Liberty Corner. CRANFORD — Members of organization to become a charter Science Center in the Watchung Stellwagen of Mountainside. Canada, is a two-part education- Charitable agencies interest- She also was a member of the Burial will be in Graceland Gregory earlier held a similar post Arrangements are by the Gray Earl Lambert Sr. Reservation, the garden is plant- Memorial Park. Green Thumb Garden Club of member of the HPC with a $50 The half-ton of tomatoes, pep- al effort in which avid gardeners ed in receiving a portion of the Altar Rosary Society at St. with the National Geographic Funeral Home in Westfield. In lieu Earl Stanley Lambert Sr., 73, Army veteran of the Korean War Cranford unanimously voted at contribution/membership fee.' ed and maintained by Rutgers pers, cauliflower, cabbage, green Society and tho Chubb Group of are , provided many hours of 2005 harvest should cdi.tW-. of flowers, donations may be sent died Jan. 13, 2005 at his home in and awarded a Purple Heart. their Jan. 12 meeting to present a On Tuesday, landscape architect Master Gardener volunteers. beans, cucumbers; escarole, intense home horticultural Insurance Companies. to Coastal Hospice & Home Rutgers Cooperative Research Westfield. Surviving are his wife, donation to the Hanson Park Dan Dowd gave a presentation Larry Verdicchio of Sterling, beets, carrots, lettuce, chard, training and they, in return, arid Extension at (908) 654-9864 Margaret Rejeski She graduated from the Health Agency, P.O. Box 1733, ; Born in Vauxhall, he was a son of Ernestine "Kippy" Keets Lambert; Conservancy. concerning the second phase of who has received his status as a kale, collard and mustard assist local university extension for more information. v GARWOOD — Margaret Surviving are a son, Joseph Katharine Gibbs School and was a Salisbury, MD 21802 or thethe late Harry and Olive Peniston a son, Earl S. Jr.; a daughter, The gift will cover the cost of an Hanson Park Project. Rydzewski Rejeski, 89, died Jan. Rydzewski; two daughters, Susan member of the Liberty Corner Liberty Corner Presbyterian Lambert. Cyriese Lambert-Downer; three oil painting of the Canoe Club to be Presbyterian Church. Church. Also, Green Thumb will provide 13, 2005 at Robert Wood Johnson Glowacka and Marge DeRosa; a Mr. Lambert lived in Plainfield brothers, Howard, Harry Jr. and done by Lloyd Garrison. Garrison design expertise for a University Hospital at Railway. sister, Helen Krysan; 10 grandchil- before moving to Westfield in 1958. Joseph; two sisters, Margaret has achieved recognition for his butterfly/hummingbird garden at Babysitter's training is scheduled Saturday Born in Swoyersville, Pa., Mrs. dren and three great-grandchil- Mary Orefice He was with the Westfield Police Vaughan and Thelma; his mother- historical paintings of thethe Hyatt Hills Golf Course. Paul Rejeski lived in Newark and dren. Department for 25 years, working in-law, Lillian Page; and five grand- Merchants and Drovers Inn in DiGiano of Hyatt Hills would like WESTFIELD — This winter, ters. It teaches youth the best Westfield/Mountainside Chapter as CPR and First Aid courses' Irvington before moving to A funeral Mass was hold KENILWORTH - Mary Surviving are a son, Ronald; a in the Traffic Safety Division and children. Rahway. He also painted the mural the course to qualify for certifica- the Westfield/Mountainside ways to keep the children in their House, located at 321 Elm Street every month. Garwood in 1980. She had resided Monday at St. Mary's Roman Mattia Orefici;, 90, died Jan. 14, daughter, Carol Gabriele; and the Narcotics Division before retir- Services were held Monday at in the Rahway Savings Bank and tion by the Audubon Society. Green Chapter of the American Red care safe. in Westfield. The course includes Interested individuals can call; in Rahway since 1987, Catholic Church, Rahway, follow- 2005 at Trinitas Hospital in four grandchildren. ing in 1986 with the rank of ser- the Higgins Home for Funerals, in is known throughout New Jersey Thumb will be following Audubon Cross will be hosting four sepa- Topics include making good a handbook and a small first aidthe chapter at (908) 232-7090, : Mrs. Rejeski retired in 1974ing services at the Mastapetor Elizabeth. A funeral Mass was held yes- geant. Plainfield. Burial was in Fairview for his historical art work. Society guidelines on this early rate Babysitter's Training cours- decisions, supervising children of kit. Pre-registration is required visit the chapter's web site at after 17 years as a sales associate Funeral Home in Roselle Park. Mrs. OreIIce was born in terday at the Church of the He also was the sergeant-at- Cemetery. The Green Thumb Garden Club spring project. es for boys & girls ages 11 - 15 different ages* keeping everyone and space is limited. Newark and lived in Irvington www.westfieldmtside-red- with Ohrbachs department store in Burial was in Gate of Heaven Assumption, Roselle Park, follow- arms for the Policemen's Donations may be sent to has also agreed to finance Livelli also reported on lively years old. safe inside and outside, handling The Westfield/Mountainside cross.org, or stop by the Chapter Newark. She was a member of the Cemetery, East Hanover. before moving to Kenilworth in ing services at the Mastapeter Benevolent Association in Westfield Westfield Rescue Squad, 335 Christmas cards using the original Christmas sales for the new addi- . The first class will be this emergencies, age appropriate Chapter holds this course as well House during business hours. Garwood-Senior Citizens Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may 1965. Funeral Home in Roselle Park. and a pitcher on the PBA Softball Watterson St., Westfield, NJ 07090. oil painting. The painting and tion to the Landmark series, the Saturday, Jan. 22, from 9 a.m.-4 activities, performing basic Her husband, Bernard, and a be sent to the American Heart Her husband, Frank, is Burial was in Graceland team. A member of American To send a condolence, visit cards represent the beginning of a Cranford Post Office. The Post p.m. infant care (feeding, diapering, son, Bernard R. Sr., are deceased. Association. deceased. Memorial Park. Legion Post 3, Mr. Lambert was an www.higginsfuneralhome.com. major fundraising campaign for Office item can be purchased The second class will be onburping) and some basic first aid. the Hanson Park Conservancy. downstairs at Martin Jewelers on Saturday, Jan. 29 from 9 a.m.-4 Participants are also given Member Geri Livelli expressed the North Avenue or at the Uptown p.m. The third class will be held instruction in how to handle Pofashkin LEGALS opinion that Green Thumb would Peddler on Alden Street. on Saturday, Feb. 12, also from 9 breathing emergencies and chok- be providing an important spring- The Green Thumb meeting was a.m.-4 p.m, and the fourth class ing for a child or infant. The LEGAL NOTICE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2003-11 PROVIDING FOR COMPENSATION » required front yord solbnck. less than the minimum DENNIS MCCARTHY. board for the newly formed conser- held at the home of Carolyn will be on Tuesday, Feb. 22 from 9 course emphasizes to the parties BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH FOR BOROUGH EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH required side yard setback; less than Iho minimum Mayor PUBLIC NOTICE Is hereby given thai an Ordlnonco, of which Iho following 19 a copy, was Introduced, road and BE IT ORDAINED by tho Govornlng Body of tho Borough of Konilworth in Iho County of Union. Now Joreey as fol- . required combined side yard solback and non-con- ATTEST: vancy. Perdek, where members partici- a.m.-4 p.m. pants the importance of handling passed on first reading by the Mayor and Council of tho Borough of Konilworth at a mooting on Iho 12th day of lows: ., forming setbacks may not bo further encroached upon CHRISTINA M. ARIEMMA, Municipal Clerk 1 The Red Cross Babysitters their babysitting jobs in a profes- ' January, 2005, and that said Council will further consldor the said Ordinance for final passage on tho 9th day of SECTION 1 That Ordinanco 2003-11 entitled "An Ordihanco providing for 'tho Componsnllon for Borough on Block 623, Lot 27 os shown on the Township Tax $13.77 C23 1T 1-20-05 Members insisted on the dis- pate in the annual White Elephant February, 2005, at the Kenilworth Municipal Building. 567 Boulevard. Konilworth. Now Jersey, at 0 00 P.M . at Employoos of tho Borough of Kenitgvorth" is hereby amended to road as follows: Map, also known as 25 Iroquois Road In tho R-4 Zone. tinction of becoming the first gift exchange. Training course is designed for sional manner. which time and place any persons who may bo interested thoroln will be glvon an opportunity to bo hoard concern- SECTION 1 Tho following officers and omployees. of Iho Borough of Kenilworth shall rocoivo as compensation for 5. Application JZ39-O4: Adopted a resolution memori- LEGAL NOTICE Ing such Ordinance. thoir son/ices a sum basod upon tho salary rango sol opposito thoir rospoctivo offices or positions alizing tho approval of variances with conditions to BOROUGH OF GARWOOD both current and future babysit- AU classes are held at the HEDY LIPKE, BOROUGH CLERK POSITION PER. ANNUM Paul Conway, Applicant, to permit construction of an UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 2006-01 Deputy Tax Collector $32,750. lo $36,500 addition that will connect the principal structure to tho MUNICIPAL BUILDING ' ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 190 OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH HOURLY existing garago with loss than tho minimum required 403 SOUTH AVENUE CURB BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Body of the Borouggh of Konilwortl h thatt tht e foes for violationtions as set forth IIn Gonorol Foreman • Public Works $2500 lo $30.00 rear yord setback and oxcood tho maximum allowable GARWOOD. NJ 07027 SubsectioS n C of Chaptep r 190-26 of Tho Borouggh CodCde are herebhrby AMENDED and SUPPLEMENTED (flu followl s Foreman - Public Works . $24 50 lo $28 00 height on Block 268, Lot 7 as shown on Iho Township RESOLUTION NO. 05-116 ORORDD. NNOO. DESCRIPTIODESCRIPTON PENALTY VIA makes donation Grogg David. Mayor Tax Map, also known as 325 Casino Avonuo In tho R- Introducod by: Councilman Lombardo 100-3 Parking prohibited at ell times 51.00 ATTEST: 3 Zono. BE IT RESOLVED by Ihe Mayor and Council of the EATING 100-4 Parking prohibited certain times 51.00 Hedy Llpko, Borough Clork 6. Application »Z43-04; Adopted a resolution memori- Borough of Garwood, County of Union, State of New Helen K. Baldwin 190-5.1 Slopping or standing prohibited $27 54 C7A 1T 1-20-05 alizing tho approval of variances to Gary Pattl, Jersey, that Robert Renaud. Esq,, of the firm of Keep Your New Years during specific tlmos 51.00 Applicant, to permit construction ol a single-family Palumbo & Ronaud, Attomeys-At-Law, with offices Nursery School 190-6 Limited time parking 5100 LEGAL NOTICE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT dwelling that will exceed the maximum allowable located al 190 North Avenue East, Cranford, New to victims of tsunami Resolution This Year! 190-7 Anglo parking • 51.00 SHERIFF SALE Tho Board of Adjustmont (Zoning), Township of height and oxcood tho maximum allowable impervious Jersey, 07016, bo and Is hereby appointed Legal 100-8 Pam|ng on public property 5100 SHERIFF'S NUMBER CH 758129 Cranford. County of Union, New Jersey will hold a reg-surface on Block 4B3, Lot 5.01 as shown on the Council for the Borough of Garwood for ihe yoer 2005 The GFWC Cranford Village women are increasing over breast Special Introductory Price! 190-8.1 Parking of trucks and commercial DIVISION CHANCERY COUNTY' UNION ularly scheduled mooting on Monday, February 14, Township Tan Map, also known as 201 High Street in The within resolution is In accordance with the excep- Founded 1956 vehicles (court opponranco) DOCKET NO. F1944303 2005 at 7:45 p.m. in Room 107 of tho Municipal Ihe R-4 Zone. tion ot the local public contracts law which permits tho Improvement Association held a cancer. All members are urged to 190-9 Operation of trucks over 7800 lbs PLAINTIFF THE PROVIDENT BANK Building. 8 Springfiold Avonuo. Cranford, New Jersey Barbara Ginsberg, Secretary engagement of professional service! without public general meeting on Jan. 11 at B. G. wear red on this day. Excluded 85 00 DEFENDANT JOHN MUJICA; LU ANN MUJICA, HIS and to near tho following case: J2&5B . Ci7iTi-?n-nfi Continuing a tradition of providing $99 for 4 weeks! 190-11 Operation on one way strools 85 00 WIFF- 1 Application #Z20a-04: Palma and Joseph Anton, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Iho within resolution Fields in Westfield. Marjorie At the Jan. 11 meeting, Sybil Call 908-789-5300 for details 190-15 Parking In a loading zone 51.00 WRIT OF EXECUTION DATE. FEBRUARY 27, 2004 Applicants. 1 Hillside Place, Block 149, Lot 14, Zone R- LEGAL NOTICE be published In the Cranford Chronicle In accordance love, nurture and sound educational 190-17 Parking In a bus stop 5100 SALE DATE: WEDNESDAY THE 9TH DAY OF FEB- 4, To permit construction of an addition that will exceed BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH with the requirements of law. Bowman presided. Limon introduced Dr. Arthur 190-18 Loft turns prohibited 85.00 RUARY AD. 2005 tho maximum allowable height (136-30.11). PUBLIC NOTICE Is hereby given that an Ordinance, of ADOPTED: January 2, 2005 The Arts/Creative Department Bilenker of Cranford who spoke on programs for young children. 190-19 U-lurns prohibited 85.00 Tho proporty lo bo sold is located In Iho TOWNSHIP 2 Application JZ33-04: NW Slon Industries. Applicant, which tho following Is a copy, was Introduced, read and APPROVED; 190-20 Turning prohibited , 85 00 OF CRANFORD, County of Union and Stntp of NJ. 310 North Avonuo East, Block 317, Lot 9.011 )-2 Zone, passed on first reading by ihe Mayor and Council of DENNIS MCCARTHY. under the direction of resident slot machines. He also presented 190-22 Lano uso 85.00 It commonly known os 942 EAST LINCOLN AVENUE To permit construction of a sign that will require the fol- the Borough ol Kenllwortn at a meeting on the 12th Mayor slides on the history of slot 190-23 Right turn on red 85.00 CRANFORD, NJ. lowing variances: To exceedthe maximum allowable day of January, 2005, and that said Council will further ATTEST artist Lynn MacWhirtcr will host a 190.23.1 School childron safo drop off zone 51.00 It is known and doslgnntod os Block 532. Lot 1 area for a freorStandlng sign (136-23 H(B)(d)(2l): to consider Ihe said Ordinance for final passage on the CHRISTINA M. ARIEMMA. Municipal Clerk workshop Jan. 25 at themachines. 190-24 Conduct when omergency is doclarad 5100 Tho dimensions aro approximately 54 loot wido by 107 oxcood tho maximum allowable height for a free-stand- 9th day of February, 2005, at the Kenlfoorth Municipal $Ji7J C24 1T 1-20-06 190-25.1 Handicapped parking zonos (court appoaranco) ing sign (136-23.H.(8)(d)(3]). no landscaping provided Building. 567 Boulevard. Kenilworth, New Jersey, at The Cranford VIA meets on the First Presbyterian Church foot long (Irregular). 0:00 P.M., al which lime and place any parsons who Community Center. Flower pots 190-25.2 Parking restricted to doslgnaled space 59.00 Noarost cross strool MEEKER AVENUE (136-23. H.(B)(d|[5]); and to exceed the maximum LEGAL NOTICE Grand David! Mayor may bo Interested therein will bo given an opportunity will be hand painted by those second Tuesday and the evening Prior lion(s) SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND allowable toxt on a Iron-standing signs (136- to bo heard concerning such Ordinance. NOTICE TO CREDITORS 11 Springfield Ave ATTEST: OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS, AS OF 11/29/04 TAXES 23.H.(8)(d)|61). Estate of: BEATRICE M WILFRID Deceased attending. department meets on the fourth Hedy Llpke, Borough Clerk 2004 FULL YEAR ARE PAID 3. Application AZ38-O4: Clem Salerno, Applicants, 69 HEDY LIPKE, BOROUGH CLERK Pursuant to the order of James S, LaCorts, in Cranford t4.1.82 C18 1T 1-?n-O5 •JUDGMENT AMOUNT- Mvrtla Avenue, Block 557, Lot 3, Zone ROI-2, To per- . ORDINANCE NO. 200542 Surrogate of the County of Union, made on the 14lh Lucy Lettier, Conservation Tuesday of each month. For infor- & TWO-HUNDRED FIFTY FIVE THOUSAND THREE- mit construction ol a sign that will require Ihe following ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 91, ARTICLE I day of JANUARY, A.D. 2005, upon the application ol mation about daytime meetings, (908)276-1166 • LEGAL NOTICE HUNDRED SIXTY THREE & 48/100 variances: To exceed the maximum allowable area for OF THE CODES OF THE BOROUGH OF KENIL- Ihe undersigned; as EXECUTOR of the estate of said chairlady, is sharing information State Licensed BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH ($255,363.48) a freo-standlng sign (136-23,H(B)(d)[2]): to exceed the WORTH - FEES AND LICENSES deceased, notice Is hereby given to the creditors ol call (908) 276-6920; for evening Laura Gardner, Director PUBLIC NOTICE Is hereby given that an Ordinance, of which the following Is a copy, was Introducod. read and ATTORNEY STERN. LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBF.RG maximum allowable height for a free-standing sign BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED by tho Governing Body ol said deceased to exhibit to Ihe subscriber under oath sheets on the care of poinsettias. passed on first reading by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Konilworth ot a meeting on the 12lh day of & (136:23 H.(0)(d)[3]). with less than the minimum dis- Ihe Borough of Kenilworth. County of Union. New or affirmation their claims and demands against the She is urging members tocontinu e meetings, call (908) 272-1022. New January, 2005, and that said Council will further consider the said Ordinance for final passage on tho 9th day of NORGAARD. LLC tance lo IhV righNjf-way ifne ("i36-237H.(8)(d)J4J); Jersey, as follows: ' estate of said deceased within six months from the FINANCIAL members are always welcome. February, 2005, at the Kenilworth Municipal Building, 567 Boulevard, Konilworth, Now Jersey, at 8:00 P.M.. at ARTICLE 1 - Foes Generally date of said order. feeding wild birds during the win- 293 EISENHOWER PARKWAYSTE landscaping provided1 (f30-2(f3d-23.H.(8j(d)I5J)3 H.(8)(d)I51j; tto exceeexc d Section B - Foes not associated with Specific Code which time and place any persons who may be interested therein will bo given an opportunity to bo hoard concorn- 300 the maximum allowable text on a free-standing signs CARL O. FREDRICK WILFRID .' Ing such Ordinance. Provisions ter. P.O. BOX 1660 ' (130-23 H(8)(d)[G]) and permit Intomnl Illumination Add: EXECUTOR HEDY LIPKE, BOROUGH CLERK LIVINGSTON, NJ 07039-1660 whoro only exterior is permitted (13S-23.H (8)(d)[7|) . ATTORNEYS Members of the Home Life ORDINANCE NO. 2005-03 SHERIFF RALPH FROEHUCH 4 Application #Z42-04; AT&T Wireless, Applicant, 123 Duplicate Tax Sale Certificates S100.00 NICHOLS, THOMSON. PEEK & PHELAN Introducing our NEW SERVICES:- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 150, SECTION 150-10 FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION IS. FILED AT THE North Union Avenue. Block 101, Lot 2, 6-1 Zono, To Mailing of Notice of Tax Sale $25.00 210 ORCHARD ST. Department gathered birthday OF THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH UNION COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ponmlt construction of six telecommunications anten- This ordinance shall toko effect upon final passage P.O. BOX 2038 BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Body of the Borough of Kenilworth that Chapter 150-10 of the Code of the TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE THOUSAND NINE- nas with the following variances: to exceed the maxi- and publication according to law WESTFIELD, NJ 07031 party supplies and gills, enough for •Borough of Kenlkvorfti Is hereby amended as follows; HUNDRED FOUR & 31/100 mum allowable height (130-30.11); to permit antennae Gregg David, Mayor $2$! 025 1T 1-20-05 11 parties, donating them to the SECTION 150-10. • COMPLIANC__ E REQUIRED:: I REMEDIATION BY BOROUGH DPW. REIMBURSEMENT OF TOTAL JUDGMENT AMOUNT ($275;004.31) In the 'special Improvement district (SID) (136- ATTEST: : COSTS. $77.52 C7 4T 1-13.20.27?-MS 33K.(5)(b). Hedy Llpke. Borough Clerk LEGAL NOTICE Kids Closet at the Community (Add) C. DPW Remediation charges for property dsan up: 11 All maps and papers relative to said application are on UM3 _ cmiTi-2n-ns Reason for Hearing: The applicant Is proposing to "Price P«< Hoiir LEGAL NOTICE file In the Planning/Zoning Office, Cranford Municipal expand the existing Irani porch, and Is seeking a vari- FoodBank in Hillside, the benefici- 6u*et Sweeper $150100 BOROUGH OF KENILWORTH Building, 8 Springfield Avenue, Crnnford, New Jersey LEGAL NOTICE ance to exceed Ihe maximum Imperious lot coverage ary of the department's two-year Loader (lyard) $200 00 and are available for Inspection Monday through Friday BOROUGH OF GARWOOD Program The Borough of Kenilworth has awarded a contract permitted under zoning (seeking relief from' section TREE EXPERT CO. Loader (1,8 yards) $150 00 without competitive bidding as a Professional Sarvlce between the hours of 9:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. and UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY 136.30.13 of the Cranford Township zoning project. A walking club is also in : Sewer Jet Truck $100,00 pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A: 11-5(1)(a) This contract and 1:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. r MUNICIPAL BUILDING Ordinance.) You choose the approach that fits you best: Recydor Truck $100.00 (he resolution authorizing II ore available for public Any interested party or person or persons affected by 403 SOUTH AVENUE Annllcanh Nnrna Robert & Michele Bovasso progress by the group. Trimming • Repairs Sanitation Truck $150.00 • Tipping Foe (1 Ton mln.) inspection. this application will nave an opportunity lo present any GARWOOD. NJ 07027 ' a: 205 Balmlere Road North, Crsnford, NJ The DaVinci Code by Dan ' • Removal Urje Dump Truck $100.00 Awarded to: Harvey Fruchter, Esq objections to the proposed development. The Board RESOLUTION NO. 05-114 Block 198, Lot 48 Urge Dump Truck with Snow Plow $150.00 Services: Legal does, however, have the right to exclude repetitious Introduced by: Councilman Lombardo ilfl: February 2,2005 al 7:30 PM Brown was reviewed by the Dump Truck "A.P.B. $150.00 Time Period: 1-1-05 to 12-31-05 testimony In accordance with Ihe rules of the Zoning BE IT RESOLVED by trie Mayor and Council of the Cranford Zoning Board of Adjustment, Modern Equipment Maion Dump Truck with Snow Plow $100.00 Awarded to: Sdioor DePalma Board of"AdJuslmenlofAdJustmenl. Borough of Garwood, County of Union, State of New Town Hall, 8 Springfield Avenue, Room 107. Literature group at the home of Mason Dump Truck $76.00 Services: Engineering Jersey, that Robert Cagnasiota of the firm of Suplee • State Certified $75.00 Barbara Ginsberg, Secretary C2fl 1T 1-2Q.QS Jane Thill. Anne Santuilli and Jo Time Period 1-1-05 lo 12-31-05 127,54 CIS 1T 1-?0-nS and clooney, registered Municipal accountants, with Pick-up Truck • $75.00 Awarded to: Wolff & Samson offices In WelWeld, New Jersey, be and are hereby D'Arcangelo are the chairpersons Immediate Service Pick-up Truck with Snow Plow $100.00 Services: Bond Attorney LEGAL NOTICE appointed auditor* for Ihe Borough of Garwood for the UafMadtliut $100,00 Time Period: 1-1-05 lo 12-31-05 TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD year 2005, The within resolution Is In accordance with of this department. • Insured For Your Protection Brush Chipper $160.00 Awarded to: Suplee & Clooney Co, Inc. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Ihe exception of Ihe local public contracts law which A generous donation was . Stump Grinder $75.00 Services: Auditor TAKE NOTICE that on the 10th day of January, 2005, permits the engagement of professional services with- Burbcni & Barbcra, (TA\ Chains** 135.00 Time Period: 1-1-05 lo 12-31-05 the Zoning Board Of Adjustment of Ihe Township of out public bidding, approved by the membership to be uilrieBS / Personal ftxes Compressor with Acctueiles II1SO.00 Awarded lo: Rogut McCarthy Troy, PC Cranford, In the County of Union look Iho following BE fr FURTHER RESOLVED that the within resolution 908-233-TREE AsphattHotBox 11100.00 + Asphalt (1 Ton mln.) Services: Labor Attorney actions: be published In the Cranford Chronicle In accordance Bent toth e victims of the tsunami Notary Public • Financial Advisor . Plato Compactor 36.00 Time Period: 1-1-05 to 12-31-05 with the requirements of low. FREE REGISTRATION Have your income Uus prepared by the time.; $50.00 * Cement (1 Bag mln.) 1. Application #Z31 -04: Adopted a resolution memorial- Edward J. Hobbie disaster. 908-233-8733 Cement uUr .' Hedy Llpko izing Ihe approval of variances to Peter and Kathy ADOPTED: January 2,2005 1075 Central Ave. Clark, NJ CPA's tveryyeir »l offiixliiblo prices. Ga* Powered Blower 135.00 > 1115.00 Borough Clerk Lewis, Applicants, To permit construction of an addition APPROVED: Feb. 4 is National Wear Red www.sclimiodelroo.cmii FOR MEETINGS. We offer Individual ud cortonue t« return : •WeedWecker OZli , 014 1T 1-70-1)5 with less than the minimum required tear yard setback DENNIS MCCARTHY, WtSpta, preparation us well is financialplannin g rayica Hedge Trimmer ! 116.00 and o deck with less than Ihe minimum required rear ATTORNEY AT LAW Day, promoting healthy hearts for Celebrating our 50th year 732£ftM806 $15.00 Mayor Pay only, /fie weekly fees. Available 7 pays Urwn Mower . LEGAL NOTICE yard setback on Block 143, Lot 20 as shown on the ATTEST . Deck Mower •••••. 330.00 . women. Cardiac problems for in the Tree Business lan|ammaOaolcom . y|IS-464-574/ (25.00 TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD Township Tax Map, also known at 8 MOM Lane, In the CHRISTINA M ARIEMMA. Municipal Clerk 476 SOUTH AVENUE E. Call 1.800.65I.6OOO or Click WeightWalchers.com 'Landscaping Trailer . BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Ft-3 Zono. *""" : C22 IT 1-2M5 • Una StrkMf Machine , 100.00 * Palnl (1-Flve Gallon Cont. mln.) NOTICE 2. Application IZ34-04: Adopted a resolution memorial- for more Information Snow Blower . 125.00 In accordance with Chapter 231, Public Law 1075 izing the approval ol variances xHh conditions to LEGAL NOTICE CRANFORD, N.J. 07016 Mlaoiferwous Tools (I.e., shovel, rake) (2.00 Stile of New Jehtey, the public b hereby notified of Iho GUarte and Erin Esteves, Applicant*, to penult con- BOROUGH OF GARWOOD lncom« Itax Preparatlc GaaPawmd Generator . 125.00 following Schedule of regular meetings of the Board of struction of a new two and a half itdry houw on top of UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY i3 InchTrnah Pump ' 125.00 Adjustment of the Township of Crenford, County ol an existing foundation with less than the minimum MUNICIPAL BUILDING VISIT OUR LOCATIONS IN >B*My Corwa/Barrlcadea (2.00 Union, for the year 2005. AU meetings will be held ol required front yard setback; lest than the minimum TO CLEAN UPYOURMBT? 403 SOUTH AVENUE i*Thti» WK be a minimum charga of one (1) hour lor personnel and equipment. . the Municipal Building, 8 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, required side yard setback (one); less than thejnlnl- GARWOOD, NJ 07027 908-2764777 WESTFIELD & UNION! i*Ovartlm» and hoMay pay will M charged accordingly (or all public works employees. New Jersey, on this First monthly mailing, the rnum required rear yard setback and leu thatrtS min- RFSOI irrlON NO I Thldhanc* anal take effect upon final passage and publication according to iw. Workshop Meeting-will be held at 7145 p.m. In Room imum requited lot urea on Block, 690, Lot 7 a» shown Introduced by: Councilman Lombardo FAX: 908-709-1663 Gnjgg David, Mayor 107 arid Ihe Public Meeting a! 8:15 p;m, In Room 107. on the Township Tax Map, also known as 37 Cranford BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the COULD You USE AN Westfield Center I Union: Galloping Hill On the Second monthly meeting: the Workshop Terrace lit • R-4 Zono. Borough of Garwood, County of Union, State of New MeeUnfl will be held at 7:45 p.m. In Room 108 and the 3. Application *Z30-O4: Adopted i resolution memorial- Jerwy, that Roger Clapp, Esq., of the Arm of Cooper, EXTRA $50,000? 241 South Avenue East | 1350 Galloping Hill Road C201T1-2O-08 Public meeting al 8:15 p.m. Vi Room 107. Izlrig the approval of variances with conditions to Rose, & English; Counselor* al Law, with offkas locat- January 10,24 July 11,25 Anthony and Patricia Crincoll, Applicant!, to permit ed at 480 Morris Avenue, Summit, New Jemey, 07901, GENERAL PRACTICE INCLUDING: UOfUNOTlCE February 14.28 Augusta. 22 ' sndoaura of an existing porch to create living space ba and b hereby appointed Bonding Attorney for the BOROUGH OF KENIlWORTH March 14.28 September 12,28 with less then the minimum required rear yard Setback Borough,of Qarwood for the year 2005. Tha within Call 1-800-651-6000 for days &Umes. 11.26- Ooto6eri7,24 and conitnidlon of a fence which will exceed the max- resolution b In aocordanc* with tha exception of the • ESTATE PUNNING • PERSONAL INJURY ALREADY HAVE A imum allowable height on Block 202, Lot 7 as shown local publk) contracts law which permits the engage- uUpaaMMontrMMhdayof r on the Township Tax Map, also known M 47 Brookdale GREAT RATE? »,23 Noyamber7.2l . . .._.men»t wpmHUMof professiona,l serviceiniMIs withouWTHIIUUtI UUUMpublicU " UKJUmU. •ELDER LAW 'MATRIMONIAL NwJtnSy, atfyo Ptf.t June 13,27 • December 12,19 Place In • R-4 Zone, Bg IT FURTHER RE"RESOLVE" "D thai the within resolution 80^WV po(b^toUr^cooc«n- . . . >. Roman ChapeWty, Chairperson 4.Appl»caoon#Z37-O4:Adopt«damtolutkinmemorlal- ba published In the Cnnford Chronicle In accorclano* •WILLSAMDTRUSTS 'ZONING Bringing Humanity B»cfcte Mortgage!. 1H.7H CfiBITiJOriH Ulnj the approval of variances to Steven Toy, Wtththarequlmmantsoflaw. I H6DV UPKE, BOROUOH CLERK LEQALNOTIC6 Applicant, to permit construction of a two-half story ADOPTED: January 2,2005 •RfcALESTATE 'BUSINESSLAW . addition and front porch with law than the minimum TOWNSHIP OF CRANFORD ••••:•.'... ; APPROVED: [yf>4od ' ,• "•rf Cranford Chronicle January 20,2005 January 20,2005 Cranford Chronicle E N I 0 R S Community Life Thursday Club Tie Cranfbrd Senior Citizens Thursday Club meets 1 p.m, at the Community Center; 220 Walnut Ave. Activities: Jan. 20—TV stars at The Westwood. Jan.27—Triva I ; Tofutti wins accolades for product . . • . i » Friday Club 'Seussical the Musical' By LAUREN TRAINOR Tofutti brands itself as "The Dairy..Free'-. would take home the Proggy award, a plaque sumers who abide by kosher law, which oops The Cranford Senior Citizens Friday Club meets 1 p.m. at the THECHRON1CLE Soy Product Specialists," and the people at featuring a frog leaping across a pond. not allow meat and dairy to be consumed at Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave. Activities: • on stage at Orange Ave. PETA see the company as an important They've really been a pioneer, and the same time. The business has expanded Jan. 21 — Social/bingo CRANFORD—Who knows what delights instrument in enhancing the experience of , CRANFORD -Visual delights they've got so many products," she said. along with the growing popularity of vege-< Jan. 28—Soaal/bingo lurk in the heart of the Cranford business maintaining a vegan diet, which stipulates "They were head and shoulders above every- tarianism and veganism and the increase^ and inventive costumes abound at ; Trips sponsored by the Friday Club: park? ••- /. •. ••' ... : •...'; • : ;/ that animal products may not be consumed one else." awareness of the benefits of soy, a key ingre- 1 Orange Avenue School, as young Jan. 12 — to Atlantic City. $18; leave from Hillside Avenue School Amidst the unassuming office buildings in any form. Once the realm of people who* closely dient in many of Tofutti'sproducts. parking lot at noon. Additional trips are planned Feb. 9 and March 9. talented actors and actresses pre- hard alongside the Garden State Parkway is More variety means more converts to the pare for their spring theatrical watched their diets for religious or health "I have seen the world change enormous- March 15—St Patrick's Festival at Woodlock Pines in Hawley, Pa. the headquarters of a cbinpany that iB trying vegan lifestyle, one which PETA campaigner reasons like lactose intolerance, dairy-free ly/and the ease of being vegan has become, $64. Hot and cold buffet features corned beef and cabbage, lamb stew, production, "Seussical the to change the way people, and especially and contest judge Alka Chandna said is Musical." Memorable characters products are now mainstays of many major convenient like never before," said Chandna. Irish soda bread and more The event includes Irish entertainment, kids, think about dessert. growing rapidly among Americans. For supermarketB. "A good fifth of our business are vegetari- bingo and a bar available throughout the day. The bus will leaves such as The Cat in the Hat and The company, located on Jackson Drive, is example, faux meat sales more than doubled Horton the Elephant come to life "It really is a phenomenon," sajd ans," said Steven Kass, chief financial officer Centennial Avenue Pool at 8:30-a.m. and return to Cranford and Tofutti — the maker of dairy-free; not-quite- in the last five years, she said. Chandna, who praised Torutti for continuing for Tofutti. likewise, said Kass, dairy-free.; approximately6:15 p.m. in this whimsical musical based ice-cream dessert products and other diet on a handful of Dr. Seuss stories. The growing market has led to fierce to be inventive. desserts benefit asthmatics, who are often '• May 25-26 ---to Lancaster and Dutch. Country, Pa. $178 double, alternatives. The company's efforts in the competition within the industry — brand "Although they've been out there for so uncomfortable eating dairy foods, and those $206 single, Iridudes one breakfast, one dinner and a trip to the Sight "Seussical" is the wacky tale of vegan food industry were recently recognized names such as Silk; Whole Soy and Soy a steadfast elephant who discov- long and they've been so successful, they've with autism, for whoin dairy products detri- and Sound Theatre to the new show, "Ruth." Also a guided tour of by the animal-rights group People for the Delicious can now been seen in many gro- never sat down and Baid, 'Okay, we're done.' mentally affect the body's enzyme casings, j Ainish country, Lands Valley and a museum. ers a planet on a speck of dust Ethical Treatment of Animals, which cery aisles, '••.:•.••••.••'•.: They've continued to address the market," and a boy who dares to dream The company provides food to PETA Sept19-23 — to Niagrsi Falls and Toronto. $410 double, $515 sin- bestowed a PETA Proggy award on the But despite the stiff competition, she8aid. spokespeople annually, and this year sent ' gle. Includes guided tours of the falls and the city, a cruise on the Maid and the challenges they overcome Tofutti Kids Dessert Bars, a sort of soy-based in their desire to do what is right. Chandna said that the breadth of Tofutti's Tofutti was started by David Mintz, a two cases of chocolate fudge treats to Paul . of the Mist, trip to Casino Niagra, four breakfasts and four dinners. creamsicle. offerings made it likely that the company kosher caterer, to address the needs of con- McCartney. : • : . ;': /'.. For .reservations or additional information, call Helen at (908) 276- Imaginative, tuneful and colorful, Garwopd mayor this musical is designed to be '2849V',; .. :; ••. . • ' • "• • .• ..; ...... Cub Scouts in Garwood Webelos Pack 75 Dens 3 and 6, who are Working on their Citizen Badge, met recently with Garwood Mayor entertaining to children and Dennis McCarthy. The members of the pack include Matthew Moore, TJ Blanco, John Binner, Christian Zeron, Kyle Pender, Robert adults of all ages. Wednesday Glub Colomban, Joe Mondi, Ryan Poladian, Ryan Baron, Brendan Buccuarelli and Michael Kandel. The play will be held at Kids are invited TJhe Cranford Senior Citizens Wednesday Club meets 1 p.m. at the Orange Avenue School 8 p.m. Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave. Activities: . • • Friday, Feb. 25,8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 ~ Karl Heinze, author of Baltic Sagas, will present an Feb. 26 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb audio-visual history of the Baltic nations at 1 p.m. at the Community 27. The ticket price is $ 7. Senior to take'O Center, He will recount the heritage of the Baltic region from the days Library adds 'mini-university' on 0VD citizens are invited to attend a of the marauding Vikings to recent times. CRANFORD - The Cranford John Malar noted, "We are very The History of the Supreme Middle Ages, The Era of the free dress rehearsal performance Trips sponsored by the club include: Public Library recently added pleased that the Friends of the Court, The History of the Crusades, European Thought 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24. at Trailside Jan. 26 Feb. 14 -r to Atlantic City. Bus leaves from Meeker Avenue at 11 the "Great Courses" DVD series Library were able to do this for English . Language, and Culture in the 19th Century, For further information, con- a.m. The cost is $16 with a $20 return. Additional trips are scheduled to its collection, thanks to fund- us. It's like having a mini-univer- World War II, Great Ancient tact the Orange Avenue School MOUNTAINSIDE - An excit- 16 and again March 30 from. 7-8 the second Monday of each month on March 14 and April 11. For more Understanding the Universe, ing provided by the Friends of sity right here in the library. Understanding the Human Civilizations of Asia Minor, From administrative office at (908) 709- ing new line-up of "Dusk to Dark" p.m. for families with children of. information, call Arleen Borden at (908) 272-54415. 6257. evening family workshops will be all ages, will take visitors on an , the Cranford Public Library. "All the lectures are rated by Body, From Monet to Van Gogh, Yao to Mao: 5,000 Years of •• 1 ¥ The series consists of 37 full- users, and only the most lively, The Symphony, How to Listen to Chinese History, The History of offered this winter at Trailside evening exploration of the reserva- Cranford AARP Chapter 4269 length courses on a wide variety informative and interesting ones and Understand Great Music the United States, and The Knights will host Nature & Science Center. tion. Participants will practice of topics. The courses are taught appear in the series. This makes and How to Listen to and American Civil War. . Trailside's location in the night vision using "owl eyes" to May 11,2005 — to Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. $27 per person; a Watchung Reservation provides an look for homes arid hideouts of $10 coupon for the buffet and two $10 game coupons will be given to by prominent professors from each course both educational and Understand Great Opera. The DVDs circulate free of free throw competition many of the country's most pres- enjoyable." Other courses in the collection charge for four weeks, and can be outdoor classroom in which ldds local wildlife. They'll also investi- each person. Bus will leave from the Centennial Avenue Pool at 8:30 CRANFORD - The Cranford can have fun while learning about gate fields and forests in search of a.m. tigious schools, including Courses include Great Ideas of are Classics of American borrowed by Cranford library Knights of Columbus, Council Georgetown, the University of Literature, The Life of Mark cardholders. To view the entire the environment and the natural tree houses, burrows, nests, tracks For trips information or to make reservations, call trips chairman Psychology, Great Minds of the 6226, will be conducting their world around them. and other signs that animal neigh- Mike Doncranck at (908) 486-6679. Chicago, Stanford, Williams Western Intellectual Tradition, Twain, William Shakespeare, series online, visit the library's annual Council Free Throw "Owl Prowl," intended for fami- bors have been here; Participants College, Brown, Dartmouth, Great Ideas of Philosophy, The Foundations of Western web page at cranford.com/library, Championship this Saturday. Notre Dame, and the University Civilization, The History of click on "Library Catalog" and lies with children ages 6 and older, may see some nocturnal animals Philosophy of Religion, The All children between the ages on our hike. Kenilworth Senior Citizens Club of Pennsylvania. United States and the Middle Ancient Egypt, The History of search by title using the words will take place on Wednesday, Jan. of 10 and 14 are eligible. The free 26 from 7-8 p.m. Participants will The club's Jan. 5 meetingfentured a speaker from Gamblers Cranford Library Director East: 1914 to 9/11, Economics, Ancient Rome, Discovering the "Great Courses." All "Dusk to Dark" programs Anonymous. throw competition will be held at learn about the screech owls, great require pre-registration, because The birthday party to honor all January birthdays was held St. Michael's School Gym from 1-3 horned owls and barred owls that space is limited. The fee for each. Tuesday. The party favors for all the birthday parties are made by the Westwood, North Avenue, includes food, drinks, cigars p.m. Awards will be given for boys reside in the Watchung program is $5 per person for Craft Club, which meets Tuesdays-Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m, at This week Garwood. (908) 276-7337. and a cigar-rolling demonstra- and girls for each age group. A Reservation. They'll also listen to , Union County residents and $6 the Senior Citizen Hall. The Crafl Club also teaches knitting and cro- tion. (908) 497-1780. parent must accompany the child the calls of these nocturnal birds, per person for out-bf-county cheting to anyone interested. Many of the members crochet lap robes PRE-SCHOOL LOTTERY for registration. feel a real owl talon and discover explorers, and knit baby bonnets for St. Barnabas Hospital at borne. About 15 of a screening of the 1941 comedy — draft lottery for summer Winners will advance to the the special adaptations that allow . . For additional information on each are given to the hospital every month. Any Kenilworth senior featuring Carole Lombard and programs offered by the district and state finals, Call Rich these animals to survive in the Trailside's "Dusk to Dark^ pro- wishing to help out these "Kenilworth Helping Hands" is invited to Robert Montgomery. 7:30 p.m. Cranford Recreation and Parks Larkin at (908) 272^1645 for more wild. grams or for a complete listing of join. SATURDAY JAN. 26 Department. 3 p.m. information. The event includes a brief slide winter programs and upcoming Cranford Community Center, Pictured above is Mike D'Arcy with the set model for the Cranford High School presentation of 220 Walnut Ave. 7:30 p.m. Free. 'OWL PROWL' — a family Registration is now open. (908) presentation depicting the habits special events,please call Trailside JAN. 22 event at which kids can learn 709-7283. "Jekyll & Hyde" he presented to the production team at a recent rehearsal. and habitats of these often elusive at (908) 789-3670. . • , > • ,. FREE THROW CHAMPI- (908) 709-7272. Spots still available OPEN HOUSE — at the about the screech owls, great ALLYOUCANEAT creatures and a short hike to ., Trailsjde.Nature & Science ONSHIP — annual contest pre- horned owls and barred owls on Caribbean cruise known owl prowling grounds. Kids Center is located at 452 New, sented by the Cranford Knightg Osceola Church Nursery School, SPAGHETTI DINNER— 1689 Raritan Rd., Clark. 9-11 that live in the Watchung hosted by St. Paul's United KENILWORTH-There is will search for owl pellets and Providence, Rd. and is a facility of of Columbus for kids ages 10-14. Reservation. 7-8 p.m. Trailside Cranford High announces feathers and listen for owls calling. the Union County Department of 1-3 p.m. St. Michael's School a.m. or 12:30-2:30 p.m. Church of Christ. Myrtle still some space available on the COLD? Registration for fall classes Nature and Science Center, Avenue and Center Street, Kenilworth Historical Society's "Night Hike" offered on March Parks and Recreation. gymnasium, Alden Street. (908) 452 New Providence Rd., We've 6ot Something HOT! 272-1645. begins by mail Feb. 1. (908) 272- Garwood. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $8 seven-day fundraiser cruise, 3668. .••;••- Mountainside. $5 for county adults, $7 seniors, $6 kids beginning March 13; to the east members for spring show Place your business-card-size ad in 128 New residents. (908) 789-3670. under 12. $1 additional at the Jersey newspapers and get your message to DESIGNING AN INVEST- Western Caribbean to benefit the MENT PORTFOLIO - a talk door. (908)789-1285. Nitschke House preservation proj- Library book group over 3 million readers for $1099. Statewide TUESDAY CRANFORD — Cranford High School Nicole Stapinski, Amanda Jenkins, Catherine coverage for less than $8.60 per publication. for the New Jersey chapter of FISH AND CHIPS DIN- oct. . recently announced the cast of its spring Felegi, Diane Gomes, Hanna Brechka, Sarah the American Association of FRIDAY NER — hosted by Boy Scout Space is limited, and additional musical, "Jekyll & Hyde." Belden, Alex Garcia, Genna Becker, Laura Contact this nowspapar lor moro Information or contncl JAN. 25 Individual Investors. 6 p.m. The Troop 75 in Cranford. 5:15, requests for reservations will be The production is slated for performances Maramara, Greg Shapiro, Alex Nappi and Dlnno Trent, Now Jorooy Press Association will meet on Feb. 22 Phono: 609-406-0600, out. 24; E-moil: dtront©n|pa.org 'MR. AND MRS. SMITH'- JAN. 28 6:30 and 7:15 p.m. Cranford filled on u first-come, first-serve at 8 p.m. March 11 and 12 and 2 p.m. March Alex McCoy. 'MR. AND MRS. SMITH' United Methodist Church, 201 basis. 13. Tickets will go on sale Feb 1. Reserved Cast in the role of the Red Hat Dancers KENILWORTH — The book sets out. to find out Who the real group of the Kenilworth Public — a screening of the 1941 Lincoln Ave. $10 adults, $6 The planned cruise aboard the seats will cost $8 and general admission is $6. and members of the ensemble are Rita killer is and, in the process, con- DON'T REPLACE YOUR OLD BATHTUB... kids ages 4-10. (908) 272-2298. Costa Altantica will visit Key A free dress rehearsal for seniors citizens DeChillo, Sophia El Khoury, Chrissy Library will meet at 7:15 p.m. Feb. fronts the fact that his parents' comedy featuring Carole 22 in the library's activity room to marriage is disintegrating. Lombard and Robert West, Cozumel, Ocho Rios and the will be held 7:30 p.m. March 10. Kleespies, Cori Chandler, Selena Santangelo ATTEND A FREE SEMINAR REGLAZEIT! $249 Grand Cayman. Proceeds will For more ticket information, call the school and Elizabeth Johnstone. discuss Tlw Curious Incident of According to the book jacket, We also do Montgomery. 2 p.m. Cranford the Dog in tlie Night-time, by "the most wrenching of emotional W/COUPON help the Kenilworth Historical at (908) 709-6291. Cranford High School also has announced Sinks, Tile, Tub Community Center, 220 Mark Haddon. moments are chronicled by a boy regularly $325 Walnut Ave. 7:30 p.m. Free. SUNDAY Society restore local 19th-century Cast in the CHS production of the show are that the school's application to participate in EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW Surrounds Nitschke House and transform it Jonathan Schwartz in the role of Jekyll/Hyde, the Rising Star Awards has been accepted by Participation in the group is who cannot fathom emotion ... & Color (908) 709-7272. free and open to all members of making for a novel that is deeply CIGAR NIGHT — annual JAN. 30 into a "living museum" and cul- Jill McCoy as.Lucy, Mary Starkey as Emma, Paper Mill Playhouse. Cranford High will be ABOUT DIVORCE Travel Chargo INSTITUTION CEREMO- tural arts center. Joshua Hanke as Utterson, Robert Argen as competing with 110 high schools across New the public, including people from funny, poignant, and fascinating in May Apply event hosted by the Cranford surrounding communities. New its portrayal of a person whose Knights of Columbus. 8 p.m. NY — for the Rev. Patricia A. For reservations and further Sir Danvers, Julia Frieri as Lady Jersey for the honors that will be awarded The Law Firm of Dughi, Hewit & Palatucci is pleased to Now serving Southern, NJ Eustis, 16th rector of Trinity information about the cruise, call Beaconsfield, Glenn Brown as Simon Stride, through this program. members are always welcome and curse and blessing are a mind www.easlernrefinishlng.cpm Garwood Knights of Columbus people who have not before partic- that perceives the world literally." announce that Mario C. Gurrieri, head of its Family Law Hall, South Avenue in Episcopal Church in Cranford. Rosemary Palmer at (908) 272- Kevin Balla as Lord Savage, Brian Ceci as Directing this year's production will be 3 p.m. Forest and North 7575. Archibald Proops, Katelyn Rasmus as Nellie, Gary P. Cohen, directing producer with Plays- ipated in a book discussion group Pre-registration is requested Department, and April L. Katz will present to the public a free EASTERN REFINISHING CO. • 800463-1879 Garwood (across from are encouraged to attend. for those planning to participate COUPON EXPIRES 2/2/05 Pathmark). $40 admission avenues. (908) 276-4047. Colin Fraser as General Glossop, Brian in-the-Park; Michelle Massa, choreographer; . Seminar entitled "Everything You Need To Know About Niemiec as Bishop of Basingstoke and Derek Phillip Steffani, vocal director; and Lynn Tlie Curious Incident of the Dog in the book discussion group and Divorce" at Th,e Westficld Inn in Westfield on Thursday* January Football fundraiser Rocchini as Spider. Berry, producer. in the Night-time, the author's can be done in person or by calling 20, 2005 and Saturday, January 22, 2005. Mr. Gurrieri, who has is Sunday in Cranford Cast in the ensemble are Marisa Jandoli, ' Michael D'Arcy will serve the production as debut novel, is told from the point. the library at (908) 276-2451; COMING UP of view of its protagonist, a 15- Copies of the book are currently specialized in matrimonial law for over thirty-two years and Ms. Julie Anne Garretson, Dan Clavin, Zhenia the set designer. A graduate of Cranford High 'TO KILL A MOCKING- CRANFORD — This Sunday, School, D'Arcy will be working closely with year-old gifted and autistic boy available for check out at the the Cranford Jaycees again will Bemko, Ryan Zimmerman, Lindsay Preucil, Katz, for twelve years, will review the law, explain the legal BIRD' — a screening of the Alana Murphy, Robert Falco, Billy Struthers, the production team, overseeing painting and named Christopher John Farancis library. The Kenilworth Public process and answer your questions concerning separation, classic film starring Gregory host the annual NFL Conference Boone. Accused of brutally killing Library is located at 548 • Championship Game Fundraiser - Spencer Brooks, Emily Cla.der, Allie Moreira, the creation of his design. divorce, custody, visitation, alimony, division of assets and post- . Peck as part of the One Book his neighbor's dog, Christopher Boulevard. New Jersey program. Cranford to benefit the organization's col- ' divorce Court review of alimony and child support as well as the Community Center, 220 Walnut lege scholarship fund. The event new law governing Domestic Partnerships. will be held at the Cranford Hotel Ave. 1:30. and 7 p.m. Feb. 3. Collar Grill on Sunday Irani 2:30 Free. (908) 709-7272. Town pays tribute to Dr. King, condemns vandalism p.m.-5:30 p.m. Information will also be provided on Divorce Mediation, an THE YALE SPIZZ- WINKS(?) - one of the' The $20 donation includes By BRAD BISHOP ed cross," Sagal said, proclaiming much more progress is possible. • refreshments and a Cranford alternative to the traditional contested proceeding. Divorce nation's oldest a cappella STAFF WRITER that displays of one religious faith "What we have learned from Dr. ,i. Mediation offers the potential for significant savings while assur- Hotel hamburger. There will also belong to all members of the reli- King's life is that one person can - groups will perform in the be prizes including four premium ing that your rights are fully protected by avoiding the expense, E 00 E Music in a Sacred Place series WESTFIELD - Images of gious community. He called on all change what needs to be changed New York Knicks tickets and a progress, values and a community religious denominations to and right what has been done " stress and delay involved in Court proceedings. at Trinity Episcopal Church. 4 round of golf at the host club for p.m. Feb. 6. North and Forest united against bigotry were denounce acts of bigotry and intol- wrong," McDermott said, the 2005 PGA Championship. invoked at the town's 18th annual erance. Superintendent William Foley avenues, Cranford. $10. (908) Last year, the Jaycees awarded Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. If you are experiencing marital difficulties and contemplating SELECT 276-4047. "(Religious displays) belong to said the Board of Education is f more than $16,000 in scholarships Interfaith Commemoration Service divorce, or if you are simply curious about your rights in a sepa- everyone who lives in this commu- . implementing measures to close V to qualified Cranford students earlier this week, nity and takes their faith serious- the achievement gap between > ration or divorce, this Seminar will be of value to you. If you arc pursuing a college education. One by one, community civic ly," he said. white students and black students already divorced, the Seminar may be of value in FREE For information, call Casey and religious leaders extolled the The rest of the ceremony was in Westfield schools. : j . explaining post-divorce rights and obligations of former spouses. Burd at (908) 2724315 or Dave virtues of a cooperative, diligent dedicated to more positive images Closing the achievement gap in Weichert at (908) 276-5487. community at Monday's well- of progress. The congregation Westfield does not need to be a ,r •.••'..''•'•' •' • •* attended service, held at Temple remembered King during a litany dream deferred," Foley said. • Spaghetti dinner Emanu-El. Before arriving at the of commemoration and sang the TJie Rev. Leon Randall, 12-year . Where: Westficld Inn Checking from Investors TREE EXPERT CO. temple, members of the Westfiold hymns "Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing" president of the ilartui Luther •• planned at St Paul's Martin Luther King Association and "We Shall Overcome" King Association, said the ' ' 435 North Ave. West Trimming • Repairs Westfield, New Jersey GARWOOD-From 5:30 to led a procession from tho future Quoting Exodus, featured Westfield community and political • Removal 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28, St. Paul's location of a Martin Luther King speaker the Rev. Lawton Nelson Jr. leadership have been instrumental Memorial just west of the Route 28 Modern Equipment United Church of Christ will host implored the congregation to "go the Rev, Leon Randall stands next to a sign marking the future site of in raising awareness about issue r / traffic circle. a momorial to Martin Luther King. Thursday, January 20,2005 from 7:30-9-30 pan. • Stnte Certified an all-you-can-eat spaghetti din- forward" and promote positive facing the black community.The When: ^INVESTORS ner. Tickets cost $8 for adults; *7 This year's service was conduct- change in the community. He com- forthcoming Martin Luther King Saturday,January22,2005 from 130-3:30 pan. 7 SAVINGS BANK for seniors $6 for children under ed shortly after two incidents of pared Moses' journey from Egypt address, Nelson tied progress to a ' must be involved in the production monument is being^ installed to • Insured For Your Prott: • 12; there is an additional $1 vandalism against Christian nativ- to the civil rights struggle endured stable family unit and spiritual and distribution of goods, instead of honor that continuing effort, charge at the door. Take-out is ity scenes in Westfiold. According to by King and his contemporaries. commitment, He also said progress just as the consumers." Randall said. Rabbi Douglas Sagal, tho second 908-233-TREE available. , , , "When King left us he said 'I in education will improve economic D/uring his closing remarks, . ons required (no names needed) incident involved a hand-drawn will not get to • '.,''•'.,'•' I" .•'•,• . ^M-^msM^ primef/me/ January 20,2005 January 20,2005 pnmetime/ winter concert Jan. 30 in Cranford British farce continues at Westfield theater CDCwffl . • "There Goes the Bride," a British farce by composed of more than 100 musi- growing reputation of both the Schools. Hie NJIO winter concert the prolific team of tfay Cooney and John Orchestra : cians who have ranged in age from orchestra's musical acumen and is also sponsored in part by Target Ghapman continues 8 p.m. Friday and 'Proof in stores. (NJlO),will perform a free concert 6 to 93. Bounded in 1994, NJIO mission: "NJIO as an orchestra Saturday at the WCP Theater at 1000 North The Cranford Dramatic Club CDCB production team in 2 pilfliiJan. 30at Cranford High has performed at the World reflects the perfect union where A highlight of NJIO's 2004-05 Ave. West in Westfield; Residents should (CDC) will present David Auburn's veteran director Peter Clark and^ Sdiool, 201 West End Hace, Conference on Aging in Madrid, the young and the young at heart season is a special fundraising gala • call the box office at (908) 232-1221 for tick- 2001 Pulitzer Prize- and Tony producer Art Kusiv. Danielle "'.,' CranfimL The concert will also be Spain, the United Nations, the ,. share experiences through music that will feature Peter Schickele ets at $15. Award-winning drama "Proofj" Shepard and Richard Sibello, botftj and through their love of perform- and the music of P.D.Q. Bach on performed on at 7:30 p.m. this Lincoln Center fountain plaza, the Directed by current president Naomi opening Feb. 4, for three weekends. of whom starred in CDCB fell pn>j; Saturday at Summit Middle Generations United Conference in ing together," he said, . May 21,2005. A reception will fol- Yablonsky, the play tells the story of a socie- "Proof" made its mark as the ductioni of "Company" are cast as V: School on 272 Morris Ava in Washington, D.C. and other venues Through the years our audi- low the performance. Tickets will ty wedding that is threatened by the roman- Catherine and Hal. The role of .•); • ;: : longest-running Broadway play Summit. .;.V' . • •; •; ; in New Jersey. Media coverage has ences have witnessed NJIO's become available Feb. 1. • tic hallucinations of Timothy Westerby, who since Harvey Kerstein's 'Tbrch Robert is filled by area veteran j; The concert will feature the included features on CBS and expanding musical versatility- This Musicians of all ages and abili- believes he is in love with a character he cre- Song Trilogy" when the drama John Correll, wjtii Tracey . •'•,•'..•• «v Nouveau, full Symphony NBC and in the New York Times concert is bur personal thank you ties are invited to join NJIO. The ated for an advertising campaign. closed at.the Walter Kerr Theatre RandineUi taking the part of ,."l' Orchestra and Chamber groups. as well as in such magazines as to all those who support NJIO and orchestra will register new mem- on Jan. 5,2003 after 918 perform- Claire. Understudies Patty Maur^if -Polly Perkins (Valerie Micke of Cranford) i Selections will include the Shaker Eamily Circle, American Profiles its unique musical expression. Arid bers for its spring season Feb. 3 at is the flapper who appears with every knock ances and 16 previews. and Paul Bettys round out the ;,^. Hymn, Vivaldi's Gloria, "Overbore" and Savvy Laving. to those who are just learning the Cranford High School chorus on the head that sends Timothy back to The play is part mathematical cast. ..'' • ••• '• •'•'•" ' :.. '•-.. •'• ':.'••: «• and "RMtoral Symphony" fromth e NJIO's mission is tobridg e the about NJIO, we want to welcome room. Those with fewer than two 1920s London at tfre same Savoy Hotel mystery, part family drama and Show dates are Fridays and 'T! Handel's Messiah, Jesii, Joy of generations through a common you with a rousing musical experi- . years experience are invited to join where his daughter is to be married. Will he part contemporary romance. One Saturdays, Feb. 4,5, IX, 12,18 and Man's Desiring by Bach, TrepaF love of music. By bringing the dif- ence." the Nouveau Group at 6 p.m. All snap out of it in time to walk his daughter of the most acclaimed plays of 19, all at 8 p.m,, with reserved " from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker ferent ages together, NJIO pro- Funding for the winter concerts others should arrive to register down the aisle, or will the groom's family recent years, "Proof explores the tickets priced at $15. Information: Suite, Bizetis "Eeurandble " Haydn's moles mutual growth and under- has been made possible in part by from 6:30 to 7. abandon the wedding entirely? complexities of love as much as it and reservations can be obtained "St. Anthony's Chorale" and standing through the language the New Jersey State Council on For more information about reg-. Husband and wife team John and Linda does the mysteries of mathematics. at the box office at (908) 276-7^11::;. "Hornpipe" from Handel's Water and experience 6f musical perform- the Arts, Department of State, istration, visit the NJIO Website at Correll of Winfield play the.Westerbys, who On the eye of her 25th birthday, or on the web at , A : Music. • •• . ••'/•.'••['•'.•'•[ •••;- ;•• .:'•' ance.- ,,-•' •'•• • ; • .'••• • through a grant administered by www.njio.org or contact Alan . PHOTO BY CHERI ROGOWSKY are driving their daughter Judy (Vikki a young woman (Catherine) who www.cdctheatre.org. 1 One of America's most unique Todd Van Beveren, NJIO's con- the Union County Division of Campell or Susan Peterson at Len Avdey of Westfield and his stand partner, Gabe Friedman of : "There Goes the Bride" cast members include, from left, Valerie Mlcke, John Correll, has spent years caring for her bril- The theatre is also offering ;* Massulli of Gillette) to distraction on her Chuck Azen and Linda Correll. ensembles, the Newr Jersey ductor and musical director, says Cultural & Heritage Affairs and [email protected] or (908) 656- New Providence, perform in the New Jersey Intergeneratlonal wedding day. liant but unstable father (Robert) mini-subscriptions for this show £• also in part by the Cranford Public 0097. Orchestra. The group will play Jan. 30 In Cranfoard. must deal not only with him, but and its season closing musical,. -^1. Intergeneratiqnal Orchestra is the concert's program reflects the Timothy McGovern of Cranford plays the Westfield. the show. adman's partner who desperately trie9 to also with the arrival of her "Into the Woods," for $30, a savingls As a reminder, WCP nbw has reserved Funding has been made possible in part estrangedsister (Claire).and with of $5. "Into the Woods" plays May"1 keep the groom's father (Chuck Azen of . seating, so guests should make their prefer- by the New Jersey State Council on the • the attentions of a former student. 6-21; .••yr. '••:.. ... '•• ?:• :'•":• Madison) occupied before he cancels the ence known when calling the box office for Arts, Department of State, a partner agency Show will take kids wedding. of her father's (Hal) who hopes to . The CDC Theatre is located afc seats. of the National Endowment of the Arts, find valuable work in the 103 note- Also featured as the bride's befuddled 78 Winans Aye. in Cranford, just^ The producer is Letty Hudak, Jerry through a grant administered by the Union books that Robert has written. off Centennial Avenue near Exit ^ grandparents, Gerald and Daphne, are Stan Yablonsky is the assistant director and County Division of Cultural and Heritage Kaplan and Linda Giuditta, both of As Catherine confronts Hal's 136 of the Garden State Parkway on view at Pearl St. behind the big screen Barbara Goldstein is the stage manager for Affairs. affections and Claire's plans for The theatre features a newly-con.^, her life, she struggles to solve the gtructed handicapped accessible ^1 The Union County Board of at Oxford University in England The interactive stage group Mad Science will invite audi- most perplexing problem of all: re8trobm in the fjrtt floor lobby in;' Chosen Freeholders presents an and St. George University how much of her father's madness addition to the upper lobby facili- exhibit by Christine Dolinich of International, and completed a ences on a one-hour journey The Arts ; : through the amazing techno- County announces grants in support of the arts — or genius— will she inherit? ties. • •;•/.' ; •• , ; "x.[-. Rahway in the gallery space at the Ph.D in Fine Arts at at Kean offices^ of the Union County InterAmerican University. She logical advancements of the Forty-eight Union County evaluated by professional pan- (908) 558-2550 or culturalin- Association, which runs an Division of Cultural and Heritage has served on the faculties of film industry in "Movie Magic: organizations will receive a els and then were reviewed by [email protected]. Relay users dial East Indian-American Cultural Affairs, located at 633 Pearl Street Felician College, Prince George's The Science Behind the total of $112,395 from the 2005 the Arts Grant Committee in a 711. Fall Festival, "Durga Puja." Six young musicians I company, it has served more in Elizabeth... College, and Union County " Movies" at Kean University's Union County Arts Grant highly competitive process Local organizations receiving $1,800 "The solo exhibit of award-win- Conservatory of Art and Music in Wilkins Theatre 7 p.m. Feb. 4. than 2,000 urban children Program. before being acted upon by the awards include: Westfield through its dance and music ning multi-media artist Christine Rahway, which she founded and This show invites audiences "That sum represents the entire Advisory Board. Cranford Chinese American Cultural to perform at Crescen| currently directs. to step into any one of four education program stationed DoUnich can be seen now through majority of the grant of "We are very excited by the Celebration Singers, which Associations, which offers per- Six exceptional young artists such as the Piano Teachers' Sodeiy March 15 at the Pearl Street She was one of four artists MGM movies such as "Legally in Harlem, with the goal of $195,840 awarded by the New quality and variety of programs presents popular music pro- formances and classes in r Blonde," "Agent Cody Banks," fostering self-esteem and ages 16 and under will be featured ofAmerica, Young Pianist ; Gallery," said Freeholder selected from the United States to Jersey State Council on the available to Union County resi- grams performed by adult and Chinese and American choral 4 p.m. Sunday at the Crescent Competition of New Jersey, and the Chairman Rick Proctor. "We are design and create Millennium "Pink Panther" or "Rocky!" and instilling a positive sense of Arts to the Union County dents through these programs," children's choruses. $2,550 music. $1,700 Avenue Presbyterian Church, 716 Music Educators'Association of honored to display her beautiful Arts Time Capsules for the presents a show that will offer cultural heritage. Division of Cultural and Ms. BroCiner said. Cranford Public Schools, pre- Choral Art Society, general Watehung Avenue in Plairifield. New Jersey. : ..; artwork." . Montpelier Cultural Arts Center children a unique educational Under the direction of Julio Heritage Affairs," said Organizations, artists receiv- senting the NJ operating support leading to The young musicians include After starting piano at the age entertainment experience. Dolinich recently exhibited her in Maryland. The four time cap- T. Leitao, the company has Freeholder Chairman Rick ing grants, and other cultural Intergenerational Orchestra of public performances. $2,400 pianists Alice Kaon of Bridg6water, of 6 in China, Jianan Hu continued works in Singapore at Orita sules were exhibited during 2000, Characters Crash and picked up numerous critical Proctor. "The remainder and a groups participating in pro- seniors and students. $3,470 Community Players of Annabell Suh of Warren, Christine . her studies in America with Sinclair International Front Room then sealed and stored to be Professor Pruvitt will present accolades along the way from cash match provided by the grama administered by tho Cranford Housing Board, Westfield, general operating . Ciulfreda of Watehung, and Jianan Beatrice Long. She has won the. Gallery in an exhibition entitled opened in the year 3000. a hands-on introduction to publications such as Vanity board of freeholders will enable Division of Cultural and which presents a musical stage support for a season of theatri- Hu of Millburn. They will be joined Young Pianist Competition of New "Contemporary American Artists: DoUnich has been the recipient movie science,.with the audi- Fair, The New York Times and the division to hire staff, coordi- Heritage Affairs were recently by celh'st Courtney Kaita of Jersey, the Music Educators show for seniors by other sen- cal productions. $3,450 1 Dolinich, Lokuta, Macarol." Other of three H.EAR.T. Grant Awards ence assisting with production People. nate the Teen Arts Program honored by the freeholder board iors. $1,300 First Congregational Manalapan, and French horn play- Association of New Jersey, and the , recent exhibitions include from the board of freeholders. as sound mixers and gaffers as Wilkins Theatre is located and the Senior Citizen Art at a reception hosted by Rahway Valley Jcrseyaires, Church of Westfield, for the er Bradley Robinson of West CACA-Young People's Music "Celebrating Excellence," the These grants resulted in site-spe- well as lighting, camera and at 1000 Morris Ave. in Union. Show, present technical assis- Schering-Plough Corp. in performing, preserving and "Mid-Day Musicales" series of Orange. Program. . Union County / Merck 2004 cific installations of her work, one special-effects operators, or Tickets are $25 for the general tance workshops and provide Kenilworth. The evening also expanding the quality of bar- half-hour concerts. $1,900 Alice Kaon has been a student Courtney Kaita was the first Juried Art Show; "Meditations on of which is a Union County Arts even actors and move direc- public; $21 for seniors and $17 other services for the benefit of celebrated National Arts and bershop singing, including a of Julia Lam since the age of 6. prize winner in the New Jersey tors. Working together, each Holy Trinity Parochial War," at the National Association Millennium Time Capsule, a for children. Union County artists, culturnl Humanities Month. Youth Outreach Program. School, to support an after Recently, she won second place in Music Teachers' Association Young of Women Artists Gallery in New mixed media construction. This, participant will take part in For more information or to organizations and residents," $2,600 the New Jersey Music Teachers' Artists Competition. ^. creating a short movie using For information about the school drama club fostering an York; and the national traveling her second time capsule, has been reserve tickets, call (908) 737- Phyllis Brociner, chairwoman grant program and other sorvic- appreciation for theatre arts. Association competition. Bradley Robinson has played '. the very latest in Hollywood Fanwood the French horn for eight years •; exhibition "Mirrored Echoes." permanently installed in the SHOW (7469). of the Union County Cultural OH, contact the Union County Children's Specialized $1,800 Annabell Suh began her piano Dolinich's recent works are Union County Administration technology. studies at the age of 4 with Yelena and has been a member of the New and Heritage Programs Division of Cultural and Hospital, which runs an instru-. New Jersey Workshop for Ivanov and launched her music Jersey Youth. Symphony for four evolved photographic images. At Building. This show is recommended Advisory Board, explained that Heritage Affairs, 633 Pearl mental enrichment program for the Arts, for the The Little the core of each of these works is a Dolinich's artwork is on display for children aged 7 to 14. Classic film conies debut by winning first place for years. . the applications were initially Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202, at children with disabilities. Opera Co. which performs two three years in the New Jersey Tickets, which may be pur-.: straight photographic image, at the Pearl Street Gallery Wrestling star Mick Foley will make a special appearance in Wilkins Theatre is located at to state at Wilkins $2,300 operas a year with an inter- Music Teachers'National chased at the door, are $15 general chemically altered to bind with through March 15. Gallery hours Kenilworth this weekend. < 1000 Morris Ave. in Union. generational cast. $2,700 A live-theatre presentation Kenilworth Association Competition. admission, $10 for seniors, and $6.V- other media. Combining mono- are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday Tickets are $15 for the general Kenilworth Public Library, Union County Educational public; $13 for seniors and $10 of "Seven Brides for Seven . Christine Ciuffreda began her for students. For concert informa-Z print and drawing techniques, the through Friday. Folk art show returns to area which runs a multi-disciplinary Services Coram., for perform- ; artist describes the medium as Union County artists (whose for children. Brothers" will bring the ram- piano studies in 1993. She has tion, call the Crescent Avenue series of family oriented pro- ing arts classes by WYACT (a church office at (908) 756-2468. "contact collage." works can be hung on a wall) Wrestling star Foley For more information or to' bunctious energy of the popu- The Country Folk Art Craft Show comes to the New Jersey received awards from competitions grams. $800 youth acting group) for stu- lar MGM original film to. Convention & Expo Center in Edison on Jan. 28-30, with more Dolinich's work balances on.a interested in exhibiting in the reserve tickets, call (908) 737- Scotch Plains dents in alternative high Wilkins Theatre at Kean than 150 top artisans. tightrope between the technical gallery are welcome to apply. For SHOW (7469). Garden State Cultural school setting. $3,300! and the intuitive. The inspiration more information about the Pearl headed to Kenilworth University at 3 p.m. Feb. 6. Show hours are Jan. 28, 3-9 p.m.; Jan. 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and for works in the recent series, Street Gallery, contact the Union Adapted by Lawrence Jan. 30,10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $7. Admission is charged KENILWORTH — WWE hardcore wrestling star and chil- Children's dance group once per attendee and is valid for show re-admission all week- which were shown in Singapore County Division of Cultural and Kasha and David Landay, this MEW JERSEY IVTERGENERATIOHAl ORCHESTRA dren's book author Mick Foley, also known as "Mankind," will end. There is free parking and shuttle service. and are included in the Elizabeth Heritage Affairs, 633 Pearl Street, will tell African epic stage version of "Seven Brides Todd Vim Biworen, Contlucttn ''' show, came to her in a dream. Elizabeth, NJ 07202, by telephone be live and in person in the borough this weekend for a special for Seven Brothers" is all bois- For more show information and directions, visit at (908) 558-2550 or by e-mail at autograph signing. Batoto Yetu, a dance compa- CountryFolkArt.com. SVSHI CHEF A graduate of Rutgers ny comprised of more than 40 terous fun and romance, hear- Winter Concert University, Dolinich also studied [email protected]. The event will take place 1-3 p.m. Saturday at the Knights kening back to the glory days of Columbus Hall, located at 191 Market St. 6-18-year-olds, will perform of the movie musical. 2005 Foley will be signing autographs and meeting with his many "The Birth of Nzinga," an epic SPECIAL Saturday, January 22,2005,7:3OPM tale of a young African New songs have been added wrestling fans throughout the area. He is well known for his New Jersey BYO Summit Middle School A Women's Hay Event entertaining, often hardcore style of wrestling, which has princess leading her father's to a melody-drenched classic 272 Morris Avenue, Summit, Nl •bt thrilled fans around the world. kingdom to freedom in the film score that includes wistful School of »nd dt the Gattoping Hiff Inn, March 6th, 2005; llam-3pm ballads and charming comic w '•- ^ Foley has wrestled in various organizations, including 16th century, at Kean NEW SVSHI CHEF •; Sunday, January 30, 2005, 2 PM • Leant flow to empower yourself and your refationships University's Wilkins Theatre turns, setting off rousing, ,1 ECW, WCW, and most recently, in the W(WE, where he has i WJ Cranford High School • Get advice and consultation to achieve financial freedom. gained notoriety for his ring wars with superstars Triple H, at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28. show-stopping dances. Ballet FROM JAPAN! Mi • 201 Wust End Place, Cranford, NJ • Enjoy a Ltmcfi BuJJct & a relaxing day (eaniituj about yourself & those iirmmif ycm. Taking its name from the Wilkins Theatre is located The Rock, Undertaker, and many contemporary younger stars. ^\ Free Admission • Make, new, exciting friendship and connections. Pre-sale tickets are available at a discounted price prior to Swahili phrase meaning "our at 1000 Morris Ave. in Union. Ballet • Jazz • Tap •j Tour Host* Micfieie Mawm the event by contacting Lenny Tripodi at (908) 447-9012. children," Batoto Yetu has Tickets are $25 for the general m j flj|Ji/ini/ the (itntnithnn through Musk. . •• Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $20, along with been sharing the joys of tradi- public; $21 for seniors and $17 CLASSES FOR ALL AGES AND LEVELS \}!O, I'D Hox 4\l Cranfont. V/'Q?Q\h 9(UJ-636-0097 Key Speakers: Ann Bauitujarrfncr Si Chandra Qouid 'I additional items, pictures, and Foley's infamous "Mr. Socko." tional West African dance and for children. f (137704 ' ' ' PRESENTED BY EXPRESS SYSTEMS. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m., with all pre-sale ticket hold- original songs with audiences For more information or to Open Classes & Intensive Program 908-276-8876 I IO NoMh Avenue West, Coffwit/i questions 908-451-0954. $50 pre-rajkter before 1/31/05. ors entering first on line. across the globe since 1991. reserve tickets, call (908) 737- Somerville Eat-In & Take-Out Open Lunch 8c Dinner ^. $60 pre-register afor 2/1/05. $80 spec preferred seating. y More than a performance SHOW (7469). Morristown * Livingston § I'nrh OnliMsWi'Uonii'! 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January 20,2005 Cranford Chronicle Cranford Chronicle January 20,2005 !*'' .-v- :f •':"'•:.;-!,-.'L'•'•'•:I p. Sports skills for school, life 2 •§>%• •?• •••• then go on to the more challeng-';: ect from start to finish? The skills all starts with taking notes in child develop these skills in a way a child with active mind organiz- ; you use to do such tasks at work history class, studying for that bio that is meaningful to them — ing things in ways that work best ing questions. l'.\.'.i OTLVANLEARNTKO CENTER Reading. Encourage young - owns for him or her. 1,454... 1,455... and at home today are the same ^exam and juggling time to accom- mainly applying them to their > ?ry to remember. When you skills you learned and honed in modate school, sports and social "job," which is school — here are Encourage children to review readers to use all the clues avail-- were a student, did you ever ask, • English class (and geometry and calendars! some tips that parents can follow: their notes and even rewrite able to them while reading, such";! ?What good is grammar (or geom- social studies). Now, your children Organization, time manage- Organization and Time them if fiecessary to be sure they as headlines, pictures, captions, '« Passes 1,500 points Tu ptry or social studies) going to do are developing those skills that ment, note-taking, test-taking Management. Have their chil- make sense. As they review their charts, tables and graphs. :• Studies show that the more :\ fftrmelater in life?" BeTionest. will enable them to read analyti- and strategic reading are all ; dren use a planning calendar to notes, have children identify the ByCHADHEMDWAY more good things to come to the home crowd arid grab head- •'%':. Ndw,'return to today. When cally, write and speak expressive- essential study sills that are first track daily, weekly and monthly most important points and high- involved parents are with their THE CHRONICLE "* produce more memories before lines with spectacular ball han- .was the last time you took notes ly and think strategically. And" introduced to young people in the assignments and responsibilities. light them. children's education, the beti&r his senior year is through." dling and action above • the at a meeting?' Or prioritized your when they ask, "What good is this classroom, but ultimately transfer Encourage children to break Test Taking. Urge a child to the children do in school. WJgjt CRANFORD - With 33 Grier, who isn't sure yet cylinder. the studies don't say is that;$us ; Jto-do" list? Or organized a proj- going to do me?" you know that it- far beyond school. To help your down large, complex tasks into study over a period of days and points against Union Jan. 11, whether -to."accept.'scholarship , "He's an excellent finisher," manageable pieces. weeks instead of cramming the involvement is not just witih/the ; Terence Grier became the all- said Johnstone. "He does what children's school but with the Have children prioritize home- night before. Be sure they go in to time leading scorer in Cranford a lot of players can't do arid children's lives. work and other tasks when they the test with the right equip- basketball history. that's play around and above get home from school, then com- ment, whether that means a cal- Shelley Grobe is the Director at Funny thing is — Grier did- the rim. But Terence can also lpLOMON^ the Cranford Sylvan Learning , plete the tasks in that order. culator, class notes, textbooks or : n't even know he exceeded the get to the basket to draw atten- Center. Contact her at (908) 709- Note Taking. Don't panic if a simply a pencil. previous mark of 1,454 set by tion and put others in the posi- child's notes look sloppy and dis- Encourage them to answer test 0202 for more information orvisit Michael Snyder from 1998- www.educate.com/info. . tion to score." .: ; . organized. It's often just a sign of questions they know first and 2001 until people started con- Johnstone also said Grier gratulating him days after the remains,one his more coachable momentous accomplishment. players and always listens to Babies became bilingual at Noah's Ark "I figured I had t» be getting learn What he can. Grier has close because I got 1,000. last, been with Johnstone for about Alessia's mother, program due to.the explosive increase in WESTFIELD — The product year with about 10 games left," half of Johnstone's coaching of a French father, an Italian advisor Marieanne Miserendino, the number and complexity of neural connections in the first Grier said after a 71-61 victory career at the school. The two motherland an American pre- grew up in Canada where over Kearny at home on school, 4-year-old Alessia immersion programs are not the few years. played a large part winning 100 Bbrzaro is fluent in three lan- exception but the rule. She said, This situation creates atf Tuesday. Grier exceeded 1,500 games since Johnstone's • Cuttlng^-edgeseculdr and Jewish curriculum guages. She illustrates the "I am currently fluent in four incredible window of opportunity points for his career with his tenure. remarkable capability of young languages, and I do not remem- for picking up new languages, first bucket, a three pointer, to *! believe he always wants to ^ Awdrd-wlnning faculty i children to learn languages - an ber learning one." which Marino has witnessed first begin the game's scoring. get better — he wants to please ability Noah's Ark Preschool According to the National hand. "At Noah's Ark, we've had "I know coach (Tom himself, his coach, his team- ,\Z\...•;'••; *Fuli-dayKindergarten owner Danielle Marino is ready Institute of Health and Human children from Russia, China — Johnston) kept it quiet because mates, his family, the fans," to utilize with "Bilingual Development, higher quality care they come speaking no English. he didn't want it to distract offers.or attend prep school for Johnston said. "I've certainly • Extra-curricular activities and community service Babies," a full language immer- for children ages 0 to 3 results in It's an incredible thing to see me," Grier said. "Other coaches a year after high school, said he been thrilled to have the oppor- sion program for children 2 years higher levels of cognitive and how fast they catch on." and teachers started coming up began to realize his scoring i tunity to coach him." '. • Lateral entry program (Mehina) old that is modeled after success- language development later in For further information about saying, 'Congrats on the ful programs in Europe and life. Furthermore, a child's brain toddlers and language, the - potential as a sophomore, a It was his family, the town, record,' and that's when I year in which Cranford went his coach and the record that Canada is most receptive to acquiring Bilingual Babies program or tra- knew." Visit our Cranford Lower School Open House: sounds during the first few ditional Noah's Ark classes in 18-11 and won its first section- kept Grier at Cranford instead Spanish is not a subject in Head coach Tom Johnstone : Wednesday, Feb. 16,9:30 a.m. Bilingual Babies, rather the months of life, and language in English, call Danielle Marino at al championship in about 50 of transferring to a private medium through which a stan- the first few years of life. This is (908) 232-7027. was quietly spreading the word years with a 73-72 win over school like some his friends dard preschool curriculum is around campus like a proud Mendham before dropping the from neighboring towns have. For information about grades Pre-K -12, contact the Admissions Office at taught. Spanish is introduced uncle who has enjoyed watch- group championship to "I knew I was only a couple 973-325-7994 •www.ssdsofessexandunion.org with a multi-sensory approach ing Grier develop as one of the Franklin. ' hundred away from the record using creative arts, language state's elite since Grier was in During the state playoffs run and I wanted it," Grier said. "I arts, storytelling, music and the sixth grade. Accredited by Hew Jersey Association of Independent Schools and Solomon Schechler Day School Association. No charge to students that year, Grier put himself on could've gone but my grand- games. "Terence has amassed an the map by averaging 35 points mother wanted me to stay in incredible body of work during per game. town and I think I might have to enroll in tech program his time at Cranford," "It was a surprise year to a let some people down if I left, KEVIN BOYLE BASKETBALL Johnstone said. "I think maybe including Coach. SCOTCH PLAINS — The Union County Vocational-Technical lot of people because they had ^^Spring/Summer we get accustomed to him scor- never heard of me," Grier said. "I have a little brother who'll High School will once again offer free technical education to high ing 25 (points) a night but what school sophomores, juniors and seniors on a shared-time basis for "I scored 25 or 30 my first cou- be going to high school soon and pJN) Camps 2005 the 2005-2006 school year. a tremendous accomplishment ple of games and got the scoring I wanted to be somebody he Shared-time means that students attend their homo high Rchool it is for him to break this mentality going from there." could look up to and it'll be nice Director: Kevin Boyle record with plenty of games left Head Coach 17 Seasons: for part of the day, taking required academics, and UC Tech for the Grier was stamped as one of to come back home to see the PHOTOS BY LARRY MURPHY/CORRESPONDENT remainder of the day, majoring in a technical program. to play. He's had a tremendous the best in the conference as a basketball in the trophy case Senior Terence Grier has established himself as one of the best basketball players around and last ARCilDloCESE National Power St. Patrick Celtics, Elizabeth Each school year, hundreds of Union County public liigh school career and I'm counting on junior and continues to delight with my name on it." • week he became the best In Cranford history, surpassing the scoring record of 1,454. OF SPRIHGB00rCAMPAGt$9-V students choose to.hegin their "professional careers" while in high- Afy973-497-4260 J school by enrolling in one of UC Tech's program areas. Students can *Jr -. www.rcan.org/school.org/schools | CcltllOllC Begins April 11-6 sessions choose from a variety of technical programs including allied health, Hehnly School, Clark, MJ auto collision, auto technology, baking, building trades, Catholic Schools make a world of difference to your child. Our schools make real An Exclusive Training Program carpentry/construction, child development, commercial art, comput- er aided drafting & design, computer repair, cosmetology, criminal Balanced boys team finishes second in Group II the words of the great commandment, "Love one another as I have loved you." (For private schools out early) or. K-8 justice, culinary arts, electrical technology, horticulture, graphic com- ByCHADHEMENWAY jumper and sprinter this year and a time of 9:40.35; just two seconds to go. He ran 24 laps in an hour and munications, masonry, office occupations, office systems technology, behind the leader. Both times would that's tough to do." June20-June24 9AM-3PMDally supermarket technology and welding. THE CHRONICLE that's the big reason for the success GROUP II Catholic schools provide a challenging academic curriculum taught by creative and St. Michael's, Cranford, NJ we're having this year;" said head have been good enough to take first in Agairj, Brown's time — in fact, the "Parents and guardians should realize that there is no charge to' PRINCETON — A balanced TRACK & FIELD engaging teachers. Our students are well versed in the basics and given the skills a student's family to attend UC Tech. In addition, the student's coach' Ray White. "We're still known the Group. Ill meet. The time was times of each of the top five finishers necessary for an increasingly technological world. To these ingredients we add love of fMSUPWSlSSlOHS Cranford boy's winter track and field for distance but we're a more well- McKenney's personal best. in the 1,600 — were good enough to home high school district responsible for transporting the student to team finished in second place out of 79 to practice outside and we can't get'-• U1H.S.,CIM.H) and from the Scotch Plains campus," states Barbara Kaczmarek, UC rounded team." Kevin Brown might have turned in finish first in Group III competition. God and neighbor, faith-based values and an education ensuring a successful future. teams at the Group II Track and Field the time in the gym too often," White Boys/Girls 6-17 9AM-3PM Daily Tech Counselor. Early morning practice in the gym the gutsiest performance of the day, "I think Group II was much more Championships in Princeton over the said. Week 1: June 27-July 1 UC Tech is currently accepting shared time applications for the paid off once again for high jumper, according to White. Brown scored his competitive than Group III," said Week2: July 11-Juty 15 weekend, just six points behind In what was an extremely close Help create a lifetime of loving to learn in your child. Choose Catholic schools, 2005-2006 school year. To receive an application or learn more about team points with a time of 4:28.37 to White. "We might have won the whole Week 3: July 18-July 22 Camden, a school that competes with Tom Planer. He finished with a jump race, Dan Manuyag finished fourth where learning to love is what it's all about. Find out more about Catholic Schools how .your child can enroll in UC Tech, call (908) 889-8288 take third in the 1,600-meter event thing if we competed in Group III." Week 4: July 25-July 29 Group III high schools in the spring. of 6-2, good enough for third place. (6.72) in the 55-meter dash in an Week 5: August 1-August 5 in the Archdiocese of Newark. Always well-known for its distance Cranford received more points in the event where first and sixth, place was and came back to give the 3,200-meter , Laura Gallo also record a personal runners, Cranford (26 points) got help field events from Thomas Hannen in separated by a mere .06 seconds. The a try just a half hour later. Brown was best time in the 3,200-meter run, from athletes in the sprint and field the pole vault. Hannen took fifth place winner had a time of 6.70. in third for 12 out of the 16 laps of the clocked at 11:33.32 — good enough to Come celebrate Catholic Schools Week H.U.H.LCIM,H) ^Ive Your child the gift of language. events to challenge for the overall with a 12-0 mark. Sophomore Joe McKenney turned 3,200 before finishing seventh. take fifth place in the event. Advanced development Camp lor teams & championship. "Tom does a lot of practice on his in another good performance in the "He really went for it," White said The Cranford girls team finished in Individuals Top Notch instruction. . The Bilingual Baby provides an exceflent overall, in your community Competition, Exposure. College Scouts & "We have a very good vaulter, high own in the morning because it's hard 3,200-meter run and took second with of Brown. "I was impressed he wanted 24th place. ;'..'• Recruiting Services in attendance. early childhood, curriculum wflh an emphasis on Invitation or Relerral lor tjtls event. Call or visit your local Catholic school August 8-August 12 social development and the Spanish language. WRAPUP Boys entering 6th-12th grade : ARwRirjayProywnForToddUrt ! CRANFORD Cranford wins despite turnovers versus Kearny Jan. 25 - Feb. 5, 2005 • Superb Instruction CdToday for Registration Details 1906)232-7027 Girls basketball Cranford 47, foamy 39 — The Lady By CHAP HEMEWWAY playing smarter with more inten- to over 20 points after a quick 17- — Saturday in Cranford Grier Cougars (7-4) continue on a hoi streak thanks 1 run in the later stages of the was suffering flu-like symptoms • Innovative Drillwork to 16 points, six steals and six rebounds Irom THE CHRONICLE sity and urgency." BOYS BASKETBALL A Full Immersion Preschool Program Usa Levonas Tuesday In Keamy. Amanda The Cougars committed 24 third quarter. Greg Federici pro- before the game and jammed his High School Registration ' • Famous Guests Weekly X3 Porter had 10 points and five steals. Lindsay CRANFORD — After a 10- vided a spark with five, points finger before the first half in m Dolan chipped in eight points. turnovers to allow the Kardinals NJ's Finest Basketball StaH Cranford 53, East Side 16 — Saturday In point win over Kearny Tuesday to cut what had been a 20-point we go on," Johnstone said. "You within that time and Chris route to scoring eight points in Newark. to improve the team record to 8- lead in the third quarter, all the can't dwell on things in this Brown drained four of his 12 the loss. The Cougars could npt Saturday, February 5,2005 • Safe, Well Monitored Environment Cranlord 51, Plalnflold 29 — The Lady 4, one might think Tom way down to within 10 in the league; you just go on." points in the game. overcome five Red Raiders (7-8) For brochure call Kelly Boyle Cougars held Plalnlield to a more one point In scoring In double figures, Brown the third quarter alter leading 29-17 al half Johnstone, head coach of the fourth. Cranford faces Irvington (10- The game also pointed out 732-574-9733 time last Thursday in Cranlord. Lisa Lqvonas Cranford boy's basketball team, "We need some good, crisp 1), ranked 19th in the state's Top how integral guard Chris had 19 points, including 4 three- "Education for the future, faith for a lifetime! led Cougars scorers with 11 points (lour two would look happier. passing," Johnstone said. "Last 20, today at 4 p.m. in Cranford. Drechsel is to the team's success. pointers. Drechsel chipped in 11 www.coachboylccamps.com pointer sand one three) and Amanda Porter and Simon Smith had six. had 10 (six Iree throws). Lindsay Dolan lln- But Johnstone wasn't week against a better team (a 71- Terence Grier led all scorers After fouling out due to some ish'ed with nine points and Rebocca Flanagan impressed with his team's per- 61 victory over Plainfield(last against Kearny with 24 points, questionable calls about midway Cranford 71, Plainfield 61 hit lor eight, through the fourth quarter, REGISTER. TODAY! Hockoy formance against Kearny, a team Thursday) we didn't commit 13 in the first quarter when the — The Cougars jumped put to a •:!•. Old Bridge 8, Cranford 3 — Cranlord (5- that is improved but also a squad nearly as many turnovers." Cougars jumped out to a 26-11 Cranford had a difficult time con- 39-15 halftime lead last 6-1) let a 3-1 advantage slip away in Iho sec- Cranford should have little prob- Still, teams in the infamously lead. The quarter included a 16-0 trolling the ball. Drechsel, who Thursday in Plainfield. Brown ond period when Old Bridge scored live times showed up in the box score with Tuesday at the Old Bridge Arona. Corey lems with athletically. tough, Watchung Conference take run. Dave Snyder hit eight of his (21 points) and Drechsel (12 LoForte, Joe DollaSorra and Joo Conte "We can't play like that in this wins in whatever fashion they 16 points in the opening stanza. five points, provided some excel- points) scored six points each in scored lor Cranford. league," Johnstone said after a can and go on to the next game. The Cougars led 35-24 at half- lent passing and defense before the first half. Grier contributed St Josoph 4, Cranford 3 — Cranlord exiting the game. lost Its third straight game Monday against St. lengthy post game heart->to-heart "I just told the guys that today time after a sub-par second quar-. 20 points. Steve Caprio chipped Joe's (7-3-2) al Warlnanco Rink despite goals with his team. "We have to start our runs were good enough ands ter but increased the advantage East Side 67, Cranford 49 in seven. Irom DollaSorra and Conle. Brldgewator-Harltan 3, Cranford 1 — Choose from Over 90 Programs of Study or Conto scorod the only Cranlord goal Friday at ucc Rock Ico Pavilllon In Dunollen. Bridgawater (11-3) Is ranked No. 7 in the Star-Lodger Top English as a Second Language (ESL) 20. Cougar grapplers beat Oldge B, Cranford 4 — Jan. 12 at Spring '05 Semester begins January 20 (Register until Jan. 25) Warlnanco Park Cranford rocoived two goals ByCHADHEMENWAY through pins at 112 and 119 as from J.J. Hoelllor and ono each from well as a decision against them at DollaSorra and Dominic Conto. Wffi CHRONICLE WRESTLING Spring '05 Late Start classes begin February 3 BREARLEV 125 before Crecca pulled out a 6-3 CRANFORD — The Cougars Brearley 48, Roselle Park 45 — victory to make it 15-6 in favor of Flexible class schedules... days, nights or weekends : Tuesday In Kenllworth Dennis Hoag had 15 bounced "back from a loss again 140. Crecca flattenedhi e man in a the Raiders. •;..' '"):''.:''' '•:..''<.•'.••',:'•• Admission Reception points lor Iho Boars (4-5). Coroy Dlxon had 12 defending Union County champs mere 41 secoiids. Scotch Plains Won bouts 135 ' Transfer as a Junior to prestigious 4-year colleges or Universities points soven rebounds and throo steals. Scotch Plains-Fanwood last PreKS-Grade 12 Ryan Hoag contributed eight points. Kearny bounced . back when through. 152 to enlarge their lead, Still only $73 per credit (Union County residents) .Johnson 57, Broatley S3 - On Wednesday to knock off Kearny on they put two pins of their own on 34-6 before .Hogan put an end to Saturday, January 22nd, 2005 Friday, 54-31. 1 MyUCC te^vll.e 43-The Bears the board in the 145 and 152- the run with a pin of Joe Bachi in Learn front home with Online Courses or Telecourses As an adult returning to school after 9:00-11:00 a.m. • snapped a throo namo loslnp slrpak las! Develpping as one of the best pound weight classes but. Pat 2:58, using the okV.' many years, I count my experience Thursday In Manvlllo, receiving balanced 171-poundera in the county, C.J. Hogan, ranked as one of the top 5 Vot information call 908-709-7518 or scoring throughout iho team. Donnls Hoag ad at UCC arriong the best of my life. To RSVP or for wore Information call the Admission Office Ferrara started things of Friday wrestlers in the state at 160 at(908)7S4-1882 e)rt.i56 all scorers with 17 points. Dorron Wno Iput In with a 44 second pin of his oppo- visit us atwww.ucc.edu j HpolnteandRyanHoao.ondfldwllhTO.Dan pounds, put the Kardinals' Brian with a pin of his own ui^^s,-^, Didtut Broccoli, UCC '04 Cheichowskl arid Coroy Dixon each had eight nent followed by a 7-1 decision in t favor of Dave Vecca and a pin in Wiltrout on his back in 1:54. onds' a^a^'m^Be^^^^^y ^ Glrl.ba.tatba.1 TU otdy 54 seconds from tylatt Costello last Wednesday (Jan. 12)^ kB1 BrjarlW^-The Cranford got off to a good start at Panthers oulscored Broarioy (5-5 19-12 n in the 215-pound bout. the fourth quarter Tuesday In Hosollo m \o Crantord's Anthony Crecca (130 pounds), wrestled Dakim Galnes Anthony Crecca, Chris Ridente 103 pounds when Jesse Hynes shut gain the wfn despite a flame high 10 points and Chris Taglia recorded back-to- out Scotch Plains' Gary Schardien from Jenna Vital*.'PaWns had 10 points, all of Scotch Plains to a 6-3 victory Jan, 12 and pinned his Keamy - YOUR LIFb on shols from tho tree throw lino. opponent Friday. back-to-back pins in weights 130- 4-0 but. the Cougars 'HIS D' It //* 1)11 II lit' ill II'II'IC. Ill I .I'll/I - » V -•- *-.- Cranfbrd Chronicle January 20, 2005 January 20,2005 Cranford Chronicle SPORTSCENE The Cranfbrd Cubs U-12 boy's soccer Kavki Boyle BMtatbaN Camp agility specialist who trained for the Atlanta Boonton beats Bears CLARK - The Kevin Boyle Basketball Camp SummerOlympics. There are specfelty.ooaches team completed their Inaugural season Get in your Sports results such as shooting gurus Dave Hopta and Ernie ByCHADHEMEWWAY recorded at technical fall in the Is happy to be back againtor it s 2005 Summer by winning Flight Five of the Mid-New camps and Spring Boot Camp Program. The Hobble. The camp offers free early drop off and a THE CHRONICLE " '. 119-pound bout but the Bears' Jersey Youth Soccer Association. They camp Is under the direction of Coach Kevin Boyle, great concession and lunch service for the campers. Tha tree ice cream on Fridays Is a great Mike Lawson paid that back, also were undefeated In league play and Fax (732) 574-2613 or Call (732) 396-4202 who Is In his 17* season as head coach of the BOONTON - The Brearley defeated teams from Edison, Hunterdon national power 9. Patrick Celtics of Elizabeth. way to end the week after the awards ceremony, using the cradle to get points Coach Boyle has earned his reputation as one of complete with awards for every team member of a Bears wrestling team didn't have while wrestling to a 15-0 techni- County, Monroe, New Brunswick, and the nation's leading high school coaches playing division championship. The Kevin Boyle a good week, falling 48-23 to the cal fall at 125 pounds to make the Piscataway. Goalies Dan Espuga and the toughs high school schedule In the country Basketball Camp also makes available a scholar- Boonton Bombers laBt Thursday tally 3043 in favor of Boonton. Justin Van Ostenbridge combined for year alter year. He has developed such playeis as ship program offered fry academics and for kids m Boonton and dropping a 46-18 who do volunteer and service work. Joe Mraz was tumped up to four shutouts in 10 games. Dan Couto, Al Harrington (Atlanta Hawks), Samuel Dalambort decision at Rahway. (Philadelphia 76ers), as well as six a Patrick The Boyle family, Is proud to be back In the 130 pound bout and came Bobby Gaeta, Keith Melse, Mlkey TfiieOut/tinmie Celtics presently playing on full scholarship at Kevin's hometown of Clark for another great year Brearley got off to a good start away with a 9-0 major. The Bears Petrozziello, Brian Petrucci, and David ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Division Icolteges. Coach Boyle has been a mem- of basketball at KBBC, Detailed information can Verdla played a strong defense. The mid- be obtained by calling Kelly Boyle (732) 574- against the Bombers when Hany got their last win of the day dur- ber of the Elite Team Jordan Of the Nike Elflhick scored a 15-5 major deci- fielders and forwards worked hard to sponsored by Grassroots Basketball Program for the past eight 9733 or on the website www.coachboyle- ing the 140-pound match when keep the pressure on the opposing teams years. Coach Boyle has been a member ol the campg.com. Email Is kbovlecamoBmsncom: sion at 160 pounds but Boonton Elon Traeger manhandled prestigious coachlng"stal) at the exclusive Nike All- The spring and Summer Camp 2005 dales countered with a major decision and those players Included Michael American Camp for eight summers running. are as follows: The Spring Boot Camp Program for Boonton's Anthony Spano, scoring Cassidy, Michael Curci, Eric DePasquale, boys/girls ages 9-17 begins April 11 for six weeks at 171 in route to five straight vic- numerous take downs after let- Coach Boyle can be (ound everywhere - tories in weights 171 through 103 GusExarhakos, Drew Fagan, Tom Folger, stopping by with Diane Sawyer on Good Morning at Hehnly School, Clark; Mondays. The first week ting Spano up, before pinning him Peter Gallo, Tyler Rokose, and Bryan America with the Celtic Team, Invited to coach the of Summer Camp, The Summer Klck-Off and a 254 lead. at 3:06 and decrease the Bomber Santos. The team opened trie fall season 2004 Nike Aston All-Amorican Camp In China, Slamfosl, Is for boys and girls grades K-fl out First row: Tom Folger, David Verdla, Dan Couto, Dan Espuga, Brian Patrucd, Michael Casskty, I early from school, on June 20-24 at St. Michael Dan Qonroy used the cradle to lead, 36-23. by taking third place in their age group in I speaking to hundreds at the NBA All-Star score back points in the first peri- 1 and Bobby Gaeta. Second row: Justin Van Ostenbridge, Mikey Petrozziello, Eric DiPasquale. •••'i'»'. School In Cranlord, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m. dally. Boonton won the last two bouts the tough Essex Fall Tune Up Soccer Weekend while putting on a clinic wHh the entire Tyler Rokose, Bryan Santos, Peter Gallo, Michael Curci, Drew Fagan, Keith Meise, and Gus 109 North Ave. • Cranfonf Celtics' team, coaching LeBron James In the The Five Super Sessions In Clark will be: od of his match, an 11-3 major at 145 and 152 pounds by pin to Tournament In September. Jordan Capital Classic, receiving an award Irom Week 1: June 27-duly 1; Week 2: July 11-15; decision at 112 pounds. Boonton round out the scoring, 48-23. Exarhakos, Assistant Coaches Mike Curci and Ted Exarhakos, Head Coach Roland Couto. 908-272-7016 • Fax: 908-272-7288 Michael Jordan himself I You can see him coach- Week 3: July 18-22; Week 4: July 25-29, Week 5: Ing the a Patrick Celtics on ESPN Fob. 11 as well Aug. 1 -5. The camp Is for girls/boys ages 6-17,9 asonMSGonJan.30thls season. Kevin Boyle Is am. to 3 p.m. dally at A.L Johnson H.S., Clark. a "hands on" camp director demanding the best This Is for the serious player committed to person- from his lop notch staff ol coaches each and eveiy al basketball development, It will be an exposure 1 day at all of his camps. He runs KBBC with the camp with recruiting services and scouts In atten- INDEPENDENT PRESS Suburban News uircuHm-h. (fctfx-urdclt •j^tqirb prcs* Served from 2pm to 9pm Weekdays Intensity and passion that he does when he dance. II requested, a report will be forwarded per- and 2pm to 6pm Weekends coaches the St. Patrick Celtics working with all of sonally by Coach Boyle to Dh/. I and Dh/. II hoad the campors each week In stations and lectures. coachos. Admittance to this special week of camp Respect Is tha first thing spoken about at camp as is by invitation, referral by travel team or AAU Complete Dinners well as dedication to school and basketball. coachos only for boys entering sixth grade In fall 2005 up lo high school only, Aug. 8-12 al A.L Kelly Boyle is the other half ol this basketball Johnson High School. (Includes: Soup or Salad, Potato, family and the operational director for KBBC. Veg;& Dessert & Beverage) Kelly's philosophy for KBBC is thai "Quality Is Cranford KofC Paramount" and the Boyle family camp motto has Free Throw Championship (Over 26 items to choose from) always been: "Every child is like bur own and we The Cranford Knights of Columbus, Council To place your ad call: Christine (908) 894-1082 DeadlineisNoon onWednseday'prior to publication give them only the besl." She wants parents to 6226, will bo conducting their.annual ^Council know that they can expect the best In basketball Free Throw Championship" on Saturday. All chil- Check Out Our training, but can also trust that KBBC will insure a dren between the ages of 10 and 14 are eligible. Italian Night Prime Rib Night Kevin Brown, a junior of the Orantbrd varsity boy's winter track team, HANDYMAN OIL TANKS I! -•!:•;• safe fun wook lor their son or daughter. 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For more information on MADISON-Madison raderie among 6ur restau- committed to that growth. , (ARA)-—Asthe old adage goes, expenses.. world's premiere energy efficiency dishes to avoid wasting energy — Insulate your hot water money- and energy-saving tips, Honda will be the presenting rant owners, and heightens It's always our policy to give "neither rain, nor show, nor heat, According to the National Fuel organizations; dare consumers to and water. Air dry dishes for addi- pipes and water heater with check out www.ase.org or sponsor at the fourth annual the level of community par- back to the communities that nor glodrh of night" prevents the Funds Network, 30 million take the ColdWater Challenge tional savings. approved insulation materials. www.TideColdwater.com. Taste of Madison event, ticipation," explained Janice. support us, and now, on our postman from his duties, which American households each year and wash their laundry in cold — Listen to your mother. Kateri Callahan is the 20''" anniversary, as we are unfortunately includes the deliv- — Clean the dryer lint filter scheduled for Feb. 7 at "I'm delighted to have cannot afford iully to heat or cool water. This change can save up to after every laundry load to ("What do you think — we own President of the Alliance to Save Dolce's Hamilton Park Madison Honda as our about to begin construction ery of your monthly home energy the electric company?!") Turn off Energy, a coalition of business, ; : their homes. $63 a year for the average con- improve air circulation and quick- Conference Center, Madison Presenting Sponsor, especial- on our all-new facility, we bill. •:•.••••.•.••,'• - ',:';" -:- --\, ' government, environmental, and You and every other consumer sumer. To reduce home energy en drying. everything that's not in use: Hfttida General Manager ly as their support brings have a lot to be^ grateful for. , American consumers have consumer leaders who promote the have the power to lower your bills throughout the year, the — Dry towels and heavier lights, TVs, computers, electron- Dwight Dachnowicz this event to the next level, Sponsoring, the Taste of been stung by rising home energy efficient and clean use of energy bills, which are averaging more energy bill by making a few sim- Alliance suggests these easy tips: items separately from lighter- ics. announced. As Presenting promoting a strong partner- Madison is a perfect way to than $1,600 annually. ^The ple changes. Small, inexpensive — Take the plunge! Switch to weight items when doing laundry. — Four for the planet. Replace worldwide to benefit consumers, ship between the public and say 'thank you' to the people the environment, economy, and Sponsor, Madison Honda is Alliance to Save Energy projects ways to cut down energy usage washing your clothes in cold — Take showers instead of your four most used incandescent the top contributor and will private sectors in Madison." of Madison and the sur- home energy costs increasing by 9 during household tasks like wash- water with a detergent specially baths, and install a low-flow bulbs with compact fluorescent national security. This article is rounding areas." printed courtesy ofARA Content. enjoy an exclusive position at From 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., percent by 2010. This bigger bite ing laundry can add up to signifi- designed to clean in colder tem- showerhead. bulbs. the event. guests will be able to sample Madison Honda, part of The Taste of Madison, pre- cuisine and beverages. A key the Bill Vince• Auto Group, is sented by the Madison draw of the evening will be located at 280; Main St. hi a liew mortgage doesn't haw to be stressful Downtown Development the "Iron Skillet" competition Madison, minutes from Short Commission, the Madison among top chefs, open exclu- Hills'Mall, and features the (NAPSI) -"- Buying a hew. home stubs, a copy of your credit report and i gages or look for books and websites increases to take effect after you've y mold can Chamber of Commerce and sively to Platinum VIP full line of 2005 Hondas plus can be an exciting time, but going bank statements for all accounts that can help you find out more moved. the Rotary Club of Madison, Guests who purchase $100 a large selection of certified through the process of getting a (checking and savings) for the last about the process or certain lenders, — Look at lenders'customer sat- features 36 restaurants, 25 entry tickets. Along with pri- pre-owned Hondas. Madison mortgage . can .' be stressful. several months. — See if a shorter term is right for isfaction ratings as well as their do serious damage wineries, and several beer ority parking, they will have Honda is open Monday Fortunately, it may be easier than .— Compare lenders before you you. Don't just assume that a 15- or terms. You want to minimize aggra- and spirits distillers, all first admittance to the event, through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 9 you think to find the loan that's right make a commitment. You don't get a vation as well as costs. 20-year mortgage will send your pay- under one roof for three allowing them to taste the p.m., and Saturday from 8:30 for you. bonus for speed — in fact, haste ments sky-high — make the compar- One of the nation's fastest grow- hours, offering their very culinary delights in an a.m. to 6 p.m., and can be Here are some tips on getting the could cost you hundreds or even ison, and you may find you can afford ing lenders, Opteum Financial if left unchecked uncrowded atmosphere. VIP reached at 973-822-1600. best mortgage experience: thousands of dollars over the life of best to discriminating con- to more quickly pay off your mort- Services, now promises to deliver a Guests, holding $85 tickets, -'••'— You can smooth the approval the mortgage. Be sure you're compar- gage. "five-star experience" when you close (ARA) — This year, Mother Nature has proven she's sumers around the region. process by gathering as much docu- ing loans with equivalent terms and — If you're only going to be in the a loan with them, and gives borrow- a force to be reckoned with. Hundreds of households Janice Piccolo, Downtown will be admitted for the sec- mentation as possible before you other considerations. house for a short time, less than five ers a phone number and e-mail across the country have suffered water damage as a Manager, who developed the ond "seating," followed by AAA Cautions Motorists With Four-Wheel Drive •••i 'I apply. Some important things to have — Get as much information as years, an adjustable-rate mortgage address to easily contact them for a result of scvero weather. Taste of Madison concept Guests with $60 tickets. are W-2's and income tax returns possible. Talk to friends and relatives may be better for you. The initial rate $500 check if they don't. To learn Five hurricanes and two tropical storrna have made with the Downtown landfall in the United States this year, bringing with While Madison Honda To Slow Down In \Vintry Weather from the last few years, copies of pay who have recently secured mort- is lower, and you can arrange for more', go to www.opteum.com. Development Commission, receives top billing in all the them destructive winds, torrential rains and flooding Icy, snowy roadways make driving condi- they don't provide much advantage in stop- wheel drive isn't engaged) making them, Taste of Madisbn promotion- in Florida and 14 other states. And according to the expects 800 visitors to attend tions hazardous for all vehicles, including ping, particularly in icy conditions. For this prone to skidding because they have less al activities, the dealership 2004 Global Register of Major Flood Events, non-tropi- the event this year. those equipped with four-wheel drive, cau- reason, maintaining a greater following dis- weight over the wheels." will also "drive for its sup- cal systems have caused notable flooding in 17 states, In addition to promoting tions the AAA New Jersey Automobile tance, regardless of your vehicle type, is Kallner accredited as buyer's rep per," providing chauffeured AAA urges all motorists driving in win- including New Jersey. the town's dining attractions, Club. critical on wet or icy pavement or when vis- shuttle service for visitors - try conditions to slow down. The tell-tale In the aftermath of all the storms, viewers seen pic- the Taste of Madison serves Sport utility vehicles (SUVs), minivans, ibility is reduced." SCOTCH PLAINS - representation, demonstrates mitting documentation veri- in brand-new 2005 Honda sign of over-confidence on the road is dri- Magnus Kallner of ERA to clients that the agent has fying professional experi- tures of flood victims wading through their living as a fundraiser, for the and pickup trucks account for more than AAA reminds motorists that the center rooms, salvaging what they can and putting the rest of Pilots and Honda Odysseys - ving faster than others when weather con- Suburb Realty has been taken steps to continue their ence. Downtown Development one third of all vehicles on the road today. of gravity for an SUV is higher than in most their water-logged possessions out on the curb. between parking areas and ditions slow traffic. Traveling at higher awarded the Accredited education in the filed of REBAC was founded in Commission, the Chamber With severe winter weather predicted to cars, making them more vulnerable to But, "In many cases, the damage you see is just the Dolce's Hamilton Park speeds is a proven recipe for crashes, par- Buyer Representation (ABR) buyer representation, and 1998, is currently the world's and the Rotary Club. The strike over the next 24 hours, AAA is urging rollovers. Although rollovers don't occur as tip of the iceberg. In homes that aren't dried out com- proceeds help fund business Conference Center. ticularly when roads are icy or wet. If you're designation by the Real has the proven experience largest association of real pletely within 48 to 72 hours after a flood event, there the owners of these vehicles to guard frequently as other types of crashes, the passing by all other vehicles on the road, it Estate Buyer's Agent and training to deliver ethi- estate professionals focusing development and marketing "Madison is well-known in result is often serious injury or death. will be mold growth,," said Scth Norman, of Mold Free, against over-confidence on the road; is time to slow down," Fischer stressed. Council, Inc. (REBAC) of the cal and professional service specifically on representing a nationwide mold inspection and remediation service. efforts for the community, the region for its fine restau- "While a key advantage of four-wheel The higher center of gravity also affects National Association of to real estate buyers." the real estate buyer. both locally and regionally, rants," said Madison Honda's drive is enhanced winter-weather mobility, steering, making sudden, jerky movements The AAA New Jersey Automobile Club, Dampness in basements, walls, carpets, and wood through offices in Clark, Florham Park, Realtors (NAR). Kallner joins more the For any of your real estate caused by flooding provides an environment for mold to and support other Madison- Dwight Dachnowicz, "The SUV owners must'adhere to the same traf- more likely to cause loss of control, espe- "Today's real estate bro- 30,000 real estate profession- questions or concerns, flourish. If |eft unchecked, it can cause disease, trigger area not-for-profit organiza- Taste of Madison is just the fic safety rules that apply to cars," said Pam cially in slick driving conditions. Randolph, Springfield and West Orange, kers and agents want to pro- als in North America who Magnus Kallner can be allergic reactions, and continue to damage materials tions. kind of event that brings new Fischer, the.Club's vice president of public Fischer added an additional caution provides automotive, travel insurance, vide a full menu of services have earned the ABR desig- reached at (908) 322-4434, long after the storm. "The Taste of Madison cre- visitors to the town, helping affairs. "Although an SUV/8 traction and regarding four-wheel drive vehicles. "Most financial and educational services to resi- for their clients, whether nation. All were required to ext. 162. Firefighters in Palm Beach, Fla., were forced to ates a wonderful cama- the community grow. We're four-wheel drive get you on your way easier, of them have rear-wheel drive (when four- dents of Essex, Morris and Union Counties. they are sellers or buyers," successfully complete a com- ERA Suburb Realty evacuate their fire station in October 2004 after condi- said Terrence M. McDermott, prehensive course in buyer Agency is located at 1773 tions there were deemed unsafe. Mold had started president and CEO of representation and an elec- East Second St. in Scotch growing inside the building after Hurricane Jeanne's REBAC. "The ABR designa- tive course focusing on a Plains. For more information, storm surge left the carpets saturated. Water that tion, the benchmark of excel- buyer representation special- visit them on the web at seeped in through tho roof and some windows didn't 2005 Motor Trend lence in real estate buyer ty, both in addition to sub- www.erasuburb.com. MAGNUS KALLNER help matters. Mold is also to blame for shutting down dozens of school and government buildings and even homes in other parts of the country, and not only because of cat- astrophic weather. In some eases, rain water is to Award-w/inning Morgensen, Craco blame. In most, leaky pipes, roofs and windows get the blame. KHA Hltllrwilti' limit) ll.l- Uth mo niynl UK lilt' l.cn.lrr'. Cirri.' S "Any home that has ever experienced dripping Aiwml uiiiu.-r fnr llir |ui*l \'2 ynirx. I'm uur tnlt'iil niul mnrlu-l are named top agents water, a backed up toilet, a roof leak — any situation in <*V|>rrieii t, \ • t^iMf-S'l'M^^k&M January 20,2005 Cranford Chronicle mm' INSURANCE Exciting Career Opportunities•',. . CLOStTOHOMB •••nm AGENCY tlONBT-Fr PATIENT ADMISSION Westflaid • Energetic, Friendly, COORDINATOR U^CornmacHlhesCSR.Mn ASC/ Medical office ex- 3 Yrs. Experience, Excl. sal- perience preferred. 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Phono and • ';-'^-^-"-:' :' Cranford Chronicle l^-- i: DENTAL "':•• PHYSICAL PART TIME •OIUEfTE* Victorian 4 MOTHLVIWMAQMHM PRHNANCING ASSISTANT Seeking Asst, Youth toot- Bed, gd. pj walk to Wm.Vftow6bdl/2orfull Part Time assistant for THERAPIST dlnator to BBSISI with NY LAND FOR SALE Ellnbrth - 3 BR, Avail 2/1, STIRLING Modem large du- NYC trans, util. cords 908-654-1566 • Oral Surgaty Office, Black Achiever's Pro* Christmas & Assocs. Joins 90M1283M plex, 3 Bdra., 2 baths, 732^8*1581 . (Wed., 6: Serving Cranford, Garwood and Kenilworth M. 117, No. 4 Thursday, January 27,2005 : INSIDE presentations iii coming weeks ByGREOIIARX companies each filed proposals in response to the township's rede- THECHRON1CLE ; ON ALL velopment plan for the! area; . . v '• CRANFORD—A special task while the proposals vary Biibr- force screening proposals for con- stantially in; the details, each 2004 MODES struction at the Riverfrbftt envisions retail use at'the corner Redevelopment Area has win- .of... South A,veiiue and High nowed the field to two, and local Streetj residential use at the residents will get' a chance to periphery of the zone, a public weigh in on the debate before park running, along the west side long. • of the Rahway Rivet; and a park- The task force consisting of: ing deck in the center of the zone. Commissioners Dan Aschenbach Several members of the task and Ann Darby and several force said that the decision to. cut On the bubble township professionals inter- two bidders, was based not. so If we Can't Meet Thanks to late pinpoint foul shoot- .-•• ? •':•• .•••• • •'•;.••..•"•.• .••••• V .'•. "•. . KENBUNIEWSKl/CORRESPONpErJT viewed four development firms much on the details of the pro^' After the storm abated on Sunday, Cranford resident Vlnny Deslderlo and his daughter, Maya, hit earlier this week, e'lipninating posals as on a general sense of or Beat the ing from Brearley's DorrdnKiftg,.the •;•"••!. Bears are .500 and in position to the slopes In their sled at Unaml Park. :^ two of the proposals and sending comfort with the firms' capabili; Competition, We'll make the playoffs. See Sports, Page two along to the full Township ties and vision for the site. . ; Give You $1000t C-1. Committee for further considera- "What iit came down to as tion. Aschenbach said the town- selecting developers we felt' Tbwiis ship could not disclose the names embraced the vision Cranford;'., of the companies still in the bid- has and we f^lt we would be ablfe ByLAUREMTRMMOR ding until the eliihinated firms to work with," said. Kathleeri' THE CHRONICLE had been notified of their status. Mi]ler Prunty, director of; ithie . The four companies inter- Downtown Management A winter blizzard battered viewed by the task force were -Corporation. .•:..'•' \ ; . V : the area over the weekend,; Pulte H&mes of Jersey City, the "The thing that stuck out is. m delivering more than a foot of. nation's largest homebuilder; the experience and the success of snow and freezing wind-chill The S. Hekemian Group of the developers," Aschenbach' readings and reducing car tray- Paramus; K. Hovnanian, one of said. '"• • . . ;' ;-.'•.;- .-. -'..^'v el to a crawl. But after a couple the state's most prominent devel- The next step will be for each' days of recovery time and some opers; and Lincoln Property 267 BROAD STREET, SUMMIT, NEW JERSEY hard work from public works Company, also of Jersey City. The (Continued on page A-2) . '"'• FIVE STAR employees, life was mostly back to normal across the area. 6 && & 6 Schools were delayed in DEALER Cranford on Monday and plosed Kean pushes for in Kenilworth and Garwood.as > CLICK: WWW.SALERNODUANESUMMIT.com FREE LOANER CARS area residents grappled with 1 MILE FROM SHORT HILLS MALL HOURS: MON-FRI 9-9, SAT 9-6 the aftermath of the nor'easter Tip-toeing that tore across the region. :e to new Must presenl advertisement to take advantage ol specials and discounts, t Based on same year, make, model and equipment. Dealer reserves the right to purchase competitor's, vehicle if necessary. Not responsible lor typographical errors. Offers expire 1/25/05. The Cranford Department of; across the stage Public Works laid down more The New Jersey Ballet brings a fan- than. 130 tons of salt — the on ciful performance to the stags at weight of a blue whale — on the roads as employees worked Kean University's Wilkins Theatre ByGREGMAHX Kean's bill would restore this weekend. For that and much straight through shifts of :•• ; :: ."•• .; ; V - KENBUNIEWSKI/CORRESPONDENT between 28 and 30 hours. THE CHRONICLE budget cap adjustments for more in the area's arts and enter- On Sunday afternoon, Chris Corblslero operates the front-end insurance, utility andl courtesy tainment scene, see Prime Time, Twenty plows and three front- loader to clear snow In the Cranford train station. Corblslero end loaders cleared the streets A local legislator has intro- busing costs. The bill also makes beginning on Page B-3, and his colleagues in the DPW worked shifts of 24 hours or more duced a bill to ease some of the permanent the three-year budget arid crammed piles of snow over the weekend. 1 along the sides of township new budgetary restrictions cap adjustment for the cost asso - placed on school districts last roads. township agreed that the face as well. 'Tou've got to be ciatediiyith} liability insurance, tough, you know," he said. year, bringing applause from workers' compensation insur- At some points during the storm's impact was mitigated area superintendents but also a by the DPW's efforts. Though Cranford students ance, employee group insurance storm, said director of the DPW request for more relief. and domestic security prepared/ Wayne Rozman, "you couldn't Wall Street resident Stella toughed out the storm's after- even see where you were going Bock treated her dogs to some math with a delayed opening Republican state Senator ness. •-.... •":*. because of the wind." quality time in the snow. "S|'.JMonday| , Kenilworth Thomas Kean of Westfield, In addition, school districts think they did a good job," she"' ' Superintendent Lloyd Leschuk whose legislative district would be permitted to petition In addition to the 29 employ- includes Cranford and Garwood, ees working 30-hour shifts, five said. "It's very pretty at night, was more cautious. the Commissioner of the but it's a little inconvenient." "Our grounds were fine, but this week introduced legislation Department of Education for men operated sidewalk plows to amend the way school district and snowblowers for between On the other side of town, after looking at the streets, we relief if they face an unanticipat- decided that one more day budget caps are calculated under ed increase in costs, such as a 12 and 14 hours. Water leaks Hampton Road resident Diane the controversial state law caused by the extreme cold Hickey agreed. "We're not on a would be better." spike in enrollment. known as S-1701, which became Further, the bill increases the weather became apparent dur- main street, and it's always one The Kenilworth Curriculum effective July 1,2004. ing the storm, as well. of the last ones to be plowed, and Instruction Committee amount of surplus school dis- but it was still done," she said. meeting, which was to be held S-1701 lowered the annual tricts can maintain. Districts had "My guys performed spending increase permitted to previously been required to admirably and I'm proud that She too enjoyed the dayMonday, was cancelled along with classes, Leschuk said. The school districts in most years and maintain fund "balances of they did such a good job," despite the snow. "On Saturday, eliminated many of the exemp- between 3 and 6 percent; S-1701 Rozman said. "It was a little we went to get lunch and I meeting has been rescheduled for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at David tions that allowed districts to put the new figure at 2 percent. Find winter fun tough for the first one, but if we went to get a manicure," she exceed the cap due to rising fixed Kean's bill keeps the figure at 2 can handle that one, we cansaid. Brearley High School. The com- Plus Over 200 mittee will be discussing A/B costs. Passed amid a flurry of percent for 2005-2006 but raises at Trailside handle anything." Hampton Road resident budget-related bills over the it to 3 percent for subsequent Residents from around the Veljko Maricic put on a brave block scheduling. USED VEHICLES The "Sap to Syrup"program is one summer, it has prompted an Certified angry backlash from educators. (Continued 6rt page A-2) - THE RIGHT WAY. THE RIGHT CAR. of many winter offerings for kids ** and families presented by the Trailside Nature and Science Center FACTORY OPTIONS NEW 2004 CHEVY in the Watchung Reservation. For more information on upcoming pro- Students Boro begins planning SSR grams, turn to Community Life, ROADSTER Page B-1. raise $9G for facilities u VIN I4B112154, Stk #C3479,2 DR, 8 cyl., auto, a/c, p/s/b/winds/ Iks/mirrs, cd, cruise, leather, memory. for victims By GREG MARX goals as is financially feasible; h & heated seats. MSRP: $47,150. Includes $500 military rebate, & $1500 GM owner loyalty if qual. . THE CHRONICLE Nearly every department is'. pressed for space, with the clerk's Knights host KENILWORTH - With the office running out of records stot- of tsunami borough's 40-year-old municipal age space, the finance and build- Cigar Night ByLftURENTRAIWOR building bursting under the ing departments looking to fold strain of increased personnel and room for employees workj^g IB The Cranford Knights of Columbus THE CHRONICLE will host their annual Cigar Night storage needs, a special commit- increased hours, and the policy • event 8 p.m. tomorrow night at the CRANFORD — Orange tee met for the first time last department's detectives having - council hall in Garwood. Admission Avenue School children have week to devise a plan for a major been pushed out of the building is $40. For more information, call proved that charity begins at facilities upgrade. and into a trailer in the parking: > li: I. 7 MYS A WEEK! The committee will meet lot. v ••, •.••.'• : ..:.;-; :;• ;;:••;".p- (908)497^1780, home, collecting $9,612.88 in CALL TO GET APPROVAL TODAY! donations for the victims of the every other week in the coming The municipal building was SPECIAL FACTORY INHREST tsunami that hit Southeast Asia months to develop a strategy to built in the mid^lSfiOs!.and hi late last year. accommodate the needs of the not been expanded since,-Day INDEX Faculty in Cranford roacted growing borough, said Mayor said, even though the borpi: . wiUHijiiuiH mutt Gregg David. Its members VIN #46208287. Stk IC3019,4 DR, 6 cyl., auto, a/c, p/s/b/winds/lks/mlrrs, cd, cruise, white " quickly, as Superintendent LAUREN TRAINOR/THE CHRONICLE responsibilities, baye' j walls, alarm, MSRP; $34,420. Includes $500 military rebate, & $1500 GM owner loyalty If qual.; Commentary A-6 Lawrence Feinsod compiled a Hat include David, Councihnen Ed considerably— for exai u Principal Kathleen Gorskl and Orange Avenue students pose with a Galasso and Fred Sods, Borough police department has in.— 1877 WE DO CREDIT MMi of things teachers could do to check marking their contribution to victims of last Month's tsunami. in Community Life B-1 help in the wake of the tragedy. Clerk Hedy Lipke, Police Chief from about 13 officeifs to 3Q.,,. The faculty researched charities, "I think everyone in the world "The school hallway was filled William Dowd and George "It's in crisis inodiS," ,l«' WE CAN HE1P YOU GET APPROVED! Sports C-1 choosing Save the Children thought, 'What can we do to with baby stuff —•diapers, cere- Wittman, an engineer for ".•„. We cant ignore it auy 1( because it sends along 90 percent help?" said McGovern. als, dry milk, bottle^ Tylenol, Schering-Plough and the former David added the borough • Prime Time B-3 of donations received to those Even befows the student effort Band-Aids,* McGovern said. But mayor of Dover Township. ing pressure from the c 2675 ROUTE 22 WEST UNION, NJ who need it. truly got underway, the faculty McGovern wanted to do more. The committee will likely prosecutor to improve't*1" Obituaries. .B-6 "It really from the top down and staff of the school had col-' Inspired by a 10-point list from interview the heads of the bor- conditions fb> tH« ' ANAMERKAN and goes down to the kids," paid lected scores of baby products Save the Children, she br^in- ough's . different departments. /Real Estate C-4 Orange Avenue wrjting teacher ready to ship across oceans to stormed a way to get the Orange - about what they feel they need, David said, and then formulate a SHOWROOM HOURS: MOM-FRI: 9AM-9PM SAT: 9AM-6PM W\ If 1 Arm. ftlcGbvern, who fliid help children who surveyed the Police Log the drive.' .. •;' . JH tsunami. •. "•••• ..•• • •• •'.'');•,..*' ' . (Continued on page A-2) plan to meet as many of those ;,, : S^ SM9AMr4PM' • •» «%i ? it i\ 8 $500 rirtafr rjtutt dam tWB_ictiw |«tonf mj..5&% ift iTa tugpeitsJ naiil faclWY.Dpiiont wfy. Dfief eidudBi '05 S3.H, '05 Corveng "54 S 'i]5 Aveo, '05 Cavalier. 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