(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, November 21, 2002 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 113th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 11-113 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] FIFTY CENTS BOE Audit Runs Smoothly; Y’s Men to Fix Elm St. Field By CHARLOTTE LEDERMAN sional Greg Nicoll also proposed to tunate here in Westfield that the level Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “establish and manage a field condi- of cooperation and support is so great. “No violation of state laws, regu- tioning program of aeration, fertili- We all celebrate the achievements in lations, no reportable conditions.” zation and seeding for the Elm Street our schools and commit to working Such was the good news at Tuesday’s Field.” together to help our children suc- board of education meeting as the The service group believes that ceed.” Highland Park accounting firm of “this conditioning program will sig- The board also wished to con- Hodulik and Morrison, PA gave their nificantly improve the condition of gratulate the Westfield High School report on the 2001-2002 audit. the field and its turf within a short Girls Varsity Soccer team on win- Indeed, accountant Bob Morrison period.” It will work in conjunction ning the North Jersey Section 2 further informed the board that his with numerous suppliers and ser- Championship on Monday. firm had found that “the financial vices to “directly assist the board in Mrs. Gardner reminded the board statements were fairly represented” covering the costs and managing the that the football team will play on and the internal controls of checks program.” Thanksgiving Day in Plainfield, and balances were “designed prop- Board President Arlene Gardner “marking more than 100 years of erly and working.” accepted the Y’s Men’s proposal, rivalry between the two schools.” Mr. Morrison also noted that he noting it was “generous” as it was “at Other events of note are College and his employees had enjoyed the “complete cooperation of the staff” in Westfield and what a pleasure it was Carle Schwab-Brody for The Westfield Leader to work for such a UP AND OVER…An accident occurred at the intersection of St. Marks and South Euclid Avenues on Friday, November town. Superintendent 15 when a Jeep driven by Israel Sanabria of Union struck a vehicle being driven by Peter Terry of Scotch Plains. Both of Schools Dr. Will- men reported injuries and were transported by the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad. Sanabria, whose jeep also struck a telephone pole, a tree, and then overturned, was ticketed for failure to yield at a stop sign. iam Foley credited Business Administra- tor and Board Secre- tary Robert Berman Freeholder Scanlon Tells Residents: and the work that he has done in facilitat- ing the auditing pro- cess, both this year and Beware of Asian Longhorned Beetle in years past. By FRED ROSSI ronmental impact study was con- dispose of them. During their discus- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ducted by PMK Group of Cranford, In another matter, Freeholder sion of the audit, board Following meetings in October which found concerns about defor- Deborah Scanlon is warning county member Carol Molnar that included a parade of county estation and possible harmful ef- residents to be on the alert for the asked Mr. Morrison to residents protesting the decision not fects on local wildlife if the prop- Asian longhorned beetle, which can explain the impact of to sell a portion of a 63-acre tract of erty were to be sold and then devel- destroy thousands of trees in a short “centralized fix asset land in Summit to a local church, oped by the church. period of time. This type of beetle accounting.” Overall, the Union County Board of Chosen Next Tuesday, November 26, has been discovered near Union this will be required as Freeholders’ regular meeting last county residents will have an op- County. part of the audit next Thursday saw just three individuals portunity to dispose of unwanted Freeholder Scanlon, the board’s year, and as a result, speaking briefly on the matter. liaison to the county’s Shade Tree will necessitate the At its first meeting since the No- Commission, said officials are work- board hiring a full time Benjamin Corbin for The Westfield Leader vember 5 election that saw three ing with state and federal officials employee to fill this FIELD OF TREES?...The Elm Street Field, across from the Stop and Shop Supermarket, has Democrats win re-election, ensur- need. been the home of the Y’s Men’s Annual Christmas Tree sale. This year, the Board of Education on the problem. The beetle, native will once again permit the Y’s Men to use the field. However, the board asked the organization ing a 9-0 all-Democratic Board for to China, lays its eggs in hardwood The board also heard a presentation from the to consider moving the sale to the Memorial Pool complex due to conitinual wear and tear to next year, the Freeholders, after lis- trees; the larvae then feed off the the Elm Street Field. tening last month to some furious delicate living tissue inside the tree, Y’s Men, a service or- and emotional protests by parishio- an infestation that is fatal to a vari- ganization based at the Westfield Y, no cost to the board.” Night at Westfield High School on ners of Fountain Baptist Church in ety of trees, namely maples, that has historically sold Christmas Board member William Ziff also Thursday, November 21 and the high Summit, seem to have weathered boxelders, horsechestnut, willows trees at the Elm Street Field. Re- seemed to speak for the entire board school’s production of Thornton the political fallout and threats by and elm trees. cently, this field has come under when he voiced that he felt it was a Wilder’s The Skin of Our Teeth, which some church members that Demo- The beetle is ¾ to 1½ inches in much debate as to its proper care and “win-win situation.” will begin today, Thursday, Novem- crats would pay a political price at usage. The Y’s Men proposed to the In other news, Mrs. Gardner alerted ber 21, and run through the weekend. Photo Courtesy of USDA length, with a shiny black shell with the polls for their decision. white dots. Urging residents to be board, though, that as an act of good the board to several community events. Mrs. Gardner closed the meeting, BEWARE OF THE BEETLE...Union faith they “change the way we do Back in the spring, the Freehold- County Freeholder Deborah Scanlon watchful, Freeholder Scanlon said This week is American Education Week reminding the community that the ers had voted to purchase 63.5 acres has advised county residents to watch the beetles “spread very, very business on the field.” and includes the theme of “Making Westfield Public Schools will hold a of property owned by New Jersey- out for the Asian longhorned beetle, quickly and our best chance for stop- This year, no tractors will be al- Public Schools Great for Every Child!” four-hour session on Wednesday, American Water Company and then pictured, above. ping this infestation is to catch the lowed on the field and they hope to As such, cooperation between staff, November 27, and will be closed made known their intention to sell beetles very early.” experiment with straw and alternate parents, and the community as a whole Thanksgiving Day and Friday, No- seven of those acres to the church. ammunition and fireworks at the The Freeholders’ next regular pathways to eliminate mud and mini- are responsible for making the Westfield vember 29. After a group of Summit resi- county police headquarters build- meeting will be on Thursday, De- mize damage to the field. Public Schools so successful. The board will reconvene next dents protested the proposed land ing on North Avenue in Westfield. cember 5. Y’s Men member and field profes- Mrs. Gardner noted, “We are for- month on Tuesday, December 3. sale to the church, a $15,000 envi- “Many residents have these po- tentially dangerous items in their homes and would like to dispose of them safely,” said Freeholder Board Freeholder Board’s Initiatives for 2002 Reviewed; Chairman Lewis Mingo, Jr. Westfielder From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Union County Police Department will ac- Trash Train No Longer An Issue At Tremley Point cept all fireworks and ammunition Linked By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL and their 2003 initiatives not yet Youth Employment Strategy (YES) of up to 50-caliber in size. This is Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the first time this type of program ready to be unveiled, a look back at program, which stated that the Free- Just a few weeks ago, the voters of “The Freeholder Board has To Snipers has been conducted in Union County. the 2002 initiatives first introduced worked to acquire available open holders would work with Union No guns will be accepted. All mate- Union County decided that the Union last January, seem to have brought County’s business community to County Board of Chosen Freehold- some new programs to residents in space, located primarily in the expand summer employment oppor- By LAUREN S. PASS rials brought in by residents will be Western part of Union County. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader placed in a burn container and later ers will once again consist of all the 21 municipalities. tunities for youth within the county. Democrats. Freeholder Nicholas At the Union County reorganiza- Green the Streets will place He noted that the program would Former Westfield resident, detonated by the police. needed emphasis on developing Peter Gianquinto, 53, was ar- Saying the program is not just for Scutari, of Linden, was re-elected to tion meeting held last January, Free- provide summer scholarships and his third three-year term, while An- holder Chairman Lewis Mingo, Jr. recreational areas in our county’s jobs with local businesses. Accord- rested in New York on passport those individuals who use firearms older, more densely populated fraud charges. According to the for target shooting or hunting, Free- gel Estrada of Elizabeth was elected outlined five new initiatives for the ing to Mr. D’Elia, 12 Union County Associated Press, Gianquinto is holder Chester Holmes said the to his second. Rick Proctor, of year 2002. communities.” companies have found 18 jobs for linked to the D.C.-area sniper, county “gets many calls from resi- Rahway, was elected to his first term, One of the initiatives outlined by -- Freeholder Lewis Mingo county youths throughout the mu- John Allen Mohammed, since dents who come across these items following an appointment last Feb- Mr. Mingo was the Tremley Point nicipalities after a screening of 52 Antiguan authorities saw them when they clean out a home after ruary to fill the vacancy left by Linda Redevelopment program. According youths for the YES program. together on the island. the death of a loved one.” People Stender who won a State Assembly to Mr. Mingo’s report, the Freehold- gated, and New York backed out, Also, aimed at youth in the county, According to Westfield Police tend to keep these items simply seat last year. ers would be working in conjunction according to Tom Plante, from the Mr. Mingo outlined a program called Detective Lieutenant Frank because they are unsure of how to While, an appointment as the Free- with the City of Linden to create a County’s public information office. “College for Teens” which would be Brunelle, Gianquinto has been holder Chairman is still upcoming Global Freight Village in the Tremley Mr. D’Elia also stated that the an expansion of Union County “doing this (committing fraud) a Point area of the city, expecting to County has estimated that the envi- College’s summer program to pro- long time.” create 3,000 new jobs for the area. ronmental process of this project will vide scholarships to students aged 13 Lieutenant Brunelle said that Mr. Mingo stated that the Global be complete in early 2003. He also to 17 in grades eight through twelve. Gianquinto been arrested on Freight Village would be located near notes that permit applications and The initiative stated that five stu- fraud charges several times by the trucks only exit planned at Inter- design will require approximately dents from each district would be the Westfield Police Department. change 12 of the NJ Turnpike. He another 18 months, so that construc- selected by their district to attend the He added that Gianquinto would also noted that the area would house tion will be ready to begin in 2005. program, which focuses on leader- typically impersonate people in industrial businesses, distribution fa- In addition, Mr. D’Elia reports that ship and development. the entertainment field. cilities, office and conference space the County and the City of Linden According to Mr. D’Elia 68 stu- Gianquinto grew up on High- and training centers that utilize truck have met with property owners of dents from 14 out of 21 of the county’s land Avenue, but there was no and freight access. Tremley Point and that the Global school districts took part in the ini- record of him in the Westfield This initiative, updated from Village Plans have “advanced sig- tiative attending courses at Union High School yearbooks. Sebastian D’Elia, Union County Di- nificantly.” He reports that New Jer- County College’s Cranford campus. The New York Post reported rector of Public Relations, is reported sey Department of Environmental Courses for the teens included: Wednesday that Gianquinto used to “ensure that the connector road to Protection (NJDEP) clean up plans science, computer graphics and de- that passport to travel from the Tremley Point will be a reality in are complete and that a site plan has sign, technology and finance. In ad- Antigua to New York in April the next three years. Currently the been reviewed. He further notes that dition, students were also given and May 2001. It also said court Turnpike is evaluating four alterna- the owner of the property should be courses in leadership skills, time documents indicate federal tive routes for crossing the Rahway “able to select a developer within the management and conflict resolution agents focused on Gianquinto River from Exit 12 and connecting next six months to begin work on the as well as recreation time. shortly after the arrests of into Tremley Point Road.” property.” In his report, Mr. Mingo outlined a Muhammad and second sniper The use of Tremley Point as a Also outlined in his report, was the CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 suspect John Lee Malvo. switching station for a “trash train” Benjamin Corbin for The Westfield Leader from New York brought much con- PPPAAAGE INDEXINDEXGE A phone call to Attorney Albert BUILDING UP?...The owners of the Trader Joe’s building on Elm Street have Stender, who is representing applied to add two stories to the building for commercial and residential space. troversy in the past year. One of the Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 Gianquinto, was not returned. This would block the current view of the Presbyterian Church steeple as individuals who owns a piece of Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 19-20 pictured above. Tremley Point was being investi- Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, November 21, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains-FW School Board Hears Report On District Voting Patterns By JENNIFER PINTO the public school district. basis; all quarterly payments to the 2004 school year, which was ap- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader According to statistics in the vot- NJ unemployment fund should be proved by the board. The curriculum SCOTCH PLAINS -- The Scotch ing analysis report: “In 2002, in poll- paid from the SUI trust fund account; focused on developing proper key- Plains-Fanwood Board of Education ing places where the budget passed, business office personnel should con- boarding at an earlier age. (BOE) kicked off their regularly public school voters averaged 38 tinue to ensure proper payment; and Board member Craig Nowlin also scheduled meeting on Tuesday, No- percent; in 2001, public school vot- principals should be notified of their reported for the Shared Services com- vember 19 with various board prior- ers averaged 40 percent; and in 2002 responsibility to reconcile accounts mittee regarding the Field of Dreams ity items. there were six failing polling places on a monthly basis. All of these project, stating that bid documents Board Secretary and Business while in 2001 there were 9.” recommendations were well received will most likely be going out in De- Administrator Anthony Del Sordi “We can not know how each dis- and approved by the board. cember. briefed the board and the public on trict did, but we can know how each The board also reviewed the Qual- According to the motion ap- construction updates throughout the polling place did,” said Ms Nelson. ity Assurance Annual Report proved, the board also agreed to CELEBRATING LITERACY…Washington Elementary School students were district. The report stated, “in 2002 public (QAAR), which approved the Com- participate in the purchase of treated to an evening of fun, music and reading during the school’s Annual Mr. Del Sordi noted that the high school voter numbers increased prehensive Maintenance Plan and grounds equipment with the Bor- Literacy Night. Author Danny Alderman autographed copies and sang songs school extension would be completed slightly at the North side schools; the School Nursing Services Plan. ough of Fanwood and the Township from his new book, “Songs for America’s Children.” by March due to the late arrival of however, at J.A. Coles, Park, and the The QAAR reported on the break- of Scotch Plains. The cost is esti- steel materials. The McGinn School high school, public school voters down of students in the district who mated to be $75,000 prorated at 40 multipurpose room will be completed slipped slightly.” need daily or occasional medical at- percent each to the Township of by next week, however Brunner Ms. Nelson and Ms. Aims also tention by the school nurse. The re- Scotch Plains and the Board of Edu- Freeholder Board Says Trash School’s multipurpose room is the stated in the report that, “in the past port stated that each school has a cation and 20 percent to the Bor- project that is “lagging behind” ac- two years the budget has passed by a certified full-time school nurse and ough of Fanwood. cording to Mr. Del Sordi. tighter margin than in the previous the high school also has an addi- “We currently rent this Train Is No Longer An Issue Representing the School/Commu- four years.” tional part-time nurse. equipment…they are looking at CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 nity Relations Committee, Vice Presi- The committee’s recommenda- Superintendent of Instruction, Dr. equipment to do a number of opera- fourth initiative entitled Partnership Union County College is providing a dent Linda Nelson addressed the tions were to continue this voter study Margaret Hayes also introduced the tions,” said Mr. Del Sordi. for Economic Progress, (PEP) which new curriculum for small business board by presenting a report with the and explore software options that updated Information Technology The next public Board of Educa- would help Union County’s small employment training. Ad Hoc committee on voter patterns would help to cut down on the amount Curriculum for grades five through tion meeting will be held at 8 p.m. on businesses by aiding those businesses The final initiative reported by in school elections. of time that the project initially took eight to be implemented in the 2003- December 5. impacted by the tragic events of Sep- Freeholder Mingo is the “Green the According to Ms. Nelson “the when it was done manually. tember 11, 2001. The purpose of the Streets” project. According to Mr. Community Relation Committee has According to the report, the group initiative is to bring together eco- been working on this project for 10 also wanted to recommend doing a Mingo, through this initiative Union months” when originally the project nomic development organizations to County will dedicate $1.75 million focus group for Brunner School par- was only anticipated to be a few ents before 2003, due to their low coordinate services to these small from the Union County Open Space, weeks. businesses. Recreation and Historic Preserva- voter turnout revealed by the study. Ms. Nelson served as the chairper- The report also recommended work- According to the Union County tion Trust Fund, to create parks, con- son for the Ad Hoc committee which Freeholder Office, the organizations ing with the Parent Teacher Associa- nect greenways and improve park also consisted of members: Margaret tion (PTA) legislative chairpersons involved include the Board of Cho- areas in the County’s urbanized, con- Ames, Bill McClintock, Lorraine and BOE liaisons to develop new sen Freeholders and the County gested areas. Staniec and additional volunteers. ways to bring people to the polls. Manager, the Department of Eco- In a press release, submitted by the The group gathered Union County Board member, Edward Saridaki, nomic Development and the Depart- office of Mr. D’Elia on October 9, it Board of Election data as well as stated his concerns on the voting ment of Human Services. In addi- was announced that the program was voter turnout and approval rates. analysis saying that it “could border tion, the Union County Comprehen- officially launched. “We are only passing the budget on unethical.” sive Economic Development Strat- According to Mr. Mingo “the Free- by 200 votes,” stated Ms, Ames. “When you start analyzing to that egy Committee, the Union County holder Board has worked to acquire Ms. Ames reiterated that half of degree, you’re creating pressure on Workforce Investment Board, the available open space, located prima- the voters who are voting for school the voters…our responsibility is to Elizabeth Development Company, rily in the Western part of Union budgets are not public school voters. get better voter turnout with an accu- the Union County Economic Devel- County. Green the Streets will place According to Ms. Nelson, a public rate budget,” said Mr. Saridaki. opment Corporation, the Small Busi- needed emphasis on developing rec- school voter is considered a parent In other business, Barre and Com- ness Development Center and Union reational areas in our county’s older, with a child in the public school pany presented the annual audit, County College are working towards more densely populated communi- district. A non-public school voter is making the following recommenda- basically anyone who has never had tions: SUI taxes should be trans- this initiative. ties.” CULTURALLY ENRICHING…The Mountainside Parent-Teacher Associa- Projects launched for the initiative a child in the school district or a ferred form the P/R agency account Municipalities eligible for this parent who no longer has a child in tion hosted a Cultural Enrichment Program at Deerfield Elementary School on include providing technical assis- matching funds program include, to the SUI trust fund on a quarterly October 31. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, a musical theater production by tance programs to small businesses Rahway, Elizabeth, Linden, Hillside, Encore Performing Arts, Inc. was held for children from third through seventh in the areas of International Service, Plainfield, Roselle and Union Town- Diane Park of Westfield grades, who have been reading age-appropriate versions of the classic tale. export readiness and trade and gov- ship. Each municipality can apply Craig Babock, left, performs a festive tune with Richard Stillman. ernment procurement as well as a for up to $250,000 and the deadline small business debt refinancing loan for applications is December 31, Attends Governor’s School WESTFIELD program to refinance existing busi- 2002. ness-related debt. Also, additional The Freeholders will appoint a SCOTCH PLAINS – Union County four-week residential program held FIRE BLOTTER technical assistance courses are be- chairman for 2003 at their reorgani- Magnet High School in Scotch Plains on college campuses throughout New ing offered at Kean University while zation meeting in January. has revealed that Diane Park of Jersey. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 •North Euclid Avenue - investi- Westfield is among four students to Each year, approximately 2,400 •North Avenue, East - malfunc- gate unknown odor in a home attend the New Jersey Governor’s students apply for the 350 seats tioning fire alarm •Boulevard - auto accident with The Westfield Leader and School during the summer. funded through the Governor’s •Stoneleigh Park - malfunctioning injuries A concert violinist, Park studied at School program. fire alarm •Frances Terrace - telephone wire The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood the Governor’s School of Arts at The Students are nominated by their •Prospect Street - medical emer- down College of New Jersey. The program high schools and must submit an gency •Tice Place - investigate hot pipes announces our first emphasized extensive study in the application. Nominees are judged on •Elm Street - medical emer- in a home fields of creative writing, dance, mu- a number of criteria, including tran- gency TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 sic, theater, video/film production scripts, letters of recommendation, •Central Avenue - auto accident •New Providence Road - mali- Ye Olde Fashion Christmas and the visual arts. essays, extracurricular activities, with extrication cious false alarm - SPECIAL FULL COLOR INSERTION - A prestigious and competitive edu- community service, special honors •Stirling Place - kitchen fire WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 • to be inserted into our cational initiative for high school and PSAT scores. •Kimball Circle - fire alarm acti- Breezeknoll Drive - medical th juniors throughout the state, the Diane is a student at the Union vated accidentally emergency December 5 Publication Governor’s School is an intensive, County Magnet School and a mem- •Stoneleigh Park - malfunctioning •Moss Avenue - transformer ex- ber of the Class of 2003, the third fire alarm plosion Don’t Miss Out... Service Is Announced graduating class of the school. •Stoneleigh Park - malfunctioning •Lenox Avenue - telephone wire For Mrs. Hamberger fire alarm down Reserve Your Ad Space Today!! Mount Holyoke Notes FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 •Trinity Place - investigate citi- Jacqueline Hamberger, 57, of •Clark Street - unauthorized burn- zen complaint Mountainside died on Tuesday, No- Paul’s Enrollment ing •Fairmont Avenue - fire alarm (908) 232-4407 vember 19, at her residence. A com- [email protected] WESTFIELD – Mount Holyoke •Shackamaxon Drive - mal- activated accidentally plete obituary will appear in next functioning carbon monoxide THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 week’s edition. College in South Hadley, Mass. has • announced that Westfield resident alarm Central Avenue - investigate Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11 sewer odor in a basement p.m. today, Thursday, November 21, Lisa Paul has begun her first year at • the college as a member of the Class •Springfield Avenue - medical North Chestnut Street - electri- and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, emergency cal fire Christopher Friday, November 22, at the Gray of 2006. Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wil- Radko in Westfield. liam Paul of Westfield, Lisa is a graduate of Westfield High School. WESTFIELD Meet Tad Donovan of the A funeral service is set for 10:30 a.m. tomorrow at the funeral home. She is a member of the National POLICE BLOTTER Christopher Radko Company. Burial will take place at Fairview Honor Society and a historian for the Italian Club. Lisa’s extracurricular There will be the special event Cemetery in Westfield. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 responsible party. In lieu of flowers, donations may activities include playing varsity la- ••• A total of $1,775 in cash and crosse and horseback riding. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 ornament “Merry Mouse Magic” be made to a hospice program of checks was reported stolen from a ••• A credit card belonging to a one’s choice or to the American Lung While at Mount Holyoke, Lisa professional office in the 500 block that is only available at the event. plans to explore her interest in vet- resident of the 500 block of Association. of East Broad Street. Wychwood Road was used to charge New additions to the line this year November 21, 2002 erinary medicine. ••• Jewelry, clothing and miscella- $700 in cash withdrawals and mer- include the Fantasia Vintage neous items totaling approximately chandise. Ornaments, Bubble Lights, and Merry Mouse $4,700 were reported stolen from a SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Magic! 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By JENNIFER PINTO steel materials. The McGinn School public school voters averaged 38 Specially Written for The Times multipurpose room will be completed percent; in 2001, public school vot- The Scotch Plains- Fanwood Board by next week, however Brunner ers averaged 40 percent; and in 2002 of Education (BOE) kicked off their School’s multipurpose room is the there were six failing polling places regularly scheduled meeting on Tues- project that is “lagging behind” ac- while in 2001 there were 9.” day, November 19 with various board cording to Mr. Del Sordi. “We can not know how each dis- priority items. Representing the School/Commu- trict did, but we can know how each Board Secretary and Business nity Relations Committee, Vice Presi- polling place did,” said Ms Nelson. Administrator Anthony Del Sordi dent Linda Nelson addressed the The report stated, “in 2002 public briefed the board and the public on board by presenting a report with the school voter numbers increased construction updates throughout the Ad Hoc committee on voter patterns slightly at the North side schools; district. in school elections. however, at J.A. Coles, Park, and the Mr. Del Sordi noted that the high According to Ms. Nelson “the high school, public school voters school extension would be completed Community Relation Committee has slipped slightly.” by March due to the late arrival of been working on this project for 10 Ms. Nelson and Ms. Aims also months” when originally the project stated in the report that, “in the past was only anticipated to be a few two years the budget has passed by a weeks. tighter margin than in the previous Westfielder Ms. Nelson served as the chairper- four years.” son for the Ad Hoc committee which The committee’s recommenda- also consisted of members: Margaret tions were to continue this voter study Linked Ames, Bill McClintock, Lorraine and explore software options that Carle Schwab-Brody for The Times Staniec and additional volunteers. would help to cut down on the amount UP AND OVER…An accident occurred at the intersection of St. Marks and South Euclid Avenues last Friday when a Jeep The group gathered Union County of time that the project initially took driven by Israel Sanabria of Union struck a vehicle being driven by Peter Terry of Scotch Plains. Both men reported To Snipers Board of Election data as well as when it was done manually. injuries and were transported for medical treatment by the Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad. Sanabria, whose jeep also voter turnout and approval rates. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 struck a telephone pole, a tree, and then overturned, was ticketed for failure to yield at a stop sign. By LAUREN S. PASS Specially Written for The Times “We are only passing the budget by 200 votes,” stated Ms, Ames. Former Westfield resident, Ms. Ames reiterated that half of Peter Gianquinto, 53, was ar- the voters who are voting for school Fanwood Council Holds Special Meeting rested in New York on passport budgets are not public school voters. fraud charges. According to the According to Ms. Nelson, a public Associated Press, Gianquinto is school voter is considered a parent linked to the D.C.-area sniper, with a child in the public school To Discuss Borough Employees’ Insurance John Allen Mohammed, since district. A non-public school voter is By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL According to Borough Adminis- The next Fanwood Council meet- and council to hear recommendations Antiguan authorities saw them basically anyone who has never had Specially Written for The Times together on the island. trator Eleanor McGovern, the meet- ing, which is an agenda-setting meet- from the Request for Qualifications a child in the school district or a An emergency Risk Management ing had to be scheduled before Fri- ing, will be held on Tuesday Decem- (RFQ) Review Committee regarding According to Westfield Police parent who no longer has a child in meeting was called on Thursday Detective Lieutenant Frank day, November 15, so that the pre- ber 2. downtown Fanwood is scheduled for the public school district. evening in the Borough of Fanwood Brunelle, Gianquinto has been mium rates remained the same. A special meeting of the Mayor Monday, December 16 at 8 p.m. According to statistics in the vot- to continue the municipality’s work- “In order to ensure that the rates “doing this (committing fraud) a ing analysis report: “In 2002, in poll- ers compensation and employers li- long time.” remained equal or lower then previ- ing places where the budget passed, ability insurance. Lieutenant Brunelle said that ously paid, we had to adopt a resolu- Gianquinto been arrested on tion by November 14 to meet the Freeholder Scanlon Tells fraud charges several times by deadline on the next business day,” the Westfield Police Department. stated Mrs. McGovern. He added that Gianquinto would The brief meeting ensured that typically impersonate people in Fanwood remains a member of the Residents to Watch Out the entertainment field. New Jersey Intergovernmental In- Gianquinto grew up on High- surance Fund for Workers Compen- land Avenue, but there was no sation and Employers Liability, For Longhorned Beetle record of him in the Westfield where it agrees to continue its mem- High School yearbooks. bership commencing on January 1, By FRED ROSSI impact study was conducted by PMK The New York Post reported 2003 and terminating on December Specially Written for The Times Group of Cranford, which found con- Wednesday that Gianquinto 31, 2005. Following meetings in October that used that passport to travel According to Mrs. McGovern, the included a parade of county resi- from Antigua to New York in borough has been participating in dents protesting the decision not to April and May 2001. It also the Joint Insurance Fund (JIF) for sell a portion of a 63-acre tract of said court documents indicate approximately six years. She noted land in Summit to a local church, the federal agents focused on that other local members of this state- Union County Board of Chosen Free- Gianquinto shortly after the wide insurance include Roselle Park holders’ regular meeting last Thurs- arrests of Muhammad and sec- and Cranford. day saw just three individuals speak- ond sniper suspect John Lee When asked why the emergency ing briefly on the matter. Malvo. meeting had to be held, Mrs. At its first meeting since the No- McGovern stated that the deadline for vember 5 election that saw three A phone call to Attorney Albert Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times Stender, who is representing PARTNERING UP...In an effort to establish a dialogue between Feather Foster, renewal “was an oversight.” She stated Democrats win re-election, ensuring Gianquinto, was not returned. left, and the Township of Scotch Plains, Ms. Foster receives the official election that it should have been on the agenda a 9-0 all-Democratic Board for next Photo Courtesy of USDA count from Scotch Plains Town Clerk Barbara Riepe. for November’s council meeting. year, the Freeholders, after listening BEWARE OF THE BEETLE...Union last month to some furious and emo- County Freeholder Deborah Scanlon tional protests by parishioners of has advised county residents to watch Fountain Baptist Church in Summit, out for the Asian longhorned beetle, Freeholder Board’s Initiatives for 2002 Reviewed; seem to have weathered the political pictured, above. fallout and threats by some church cerns about deforestation and pos- members that Democrats would pay sible harmful effects on local wild- Trash Train No Longer An Issue at Tremley Point a political price at the polls for their life if the property were to be sold decision. and then developed by the church. By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL County has estimated that the envi- “College for Teens” which would be Back in the spring, the Freehold- Next Tuesday, November 26, Specially Written for The Times ronmental process of this project will an expansion of Union County ers had voted to purchase 63.5 acres county residents will have an oppor- Just a few weeks ago, the voters of “The Freeholder Board has of property owned by New Jersey- tunity to dispose of unwanted am- worked to acquire available open be complete in early 2003. He also College’s summer program to pro- Union County decided that the Union notes that permit applications and vide scholarships to students aged 13 American Water Company and then munition and fireworks at the county County Board of Chosen Freehold- space, located primarily in the design will require approximately to 17 in grades eight through twelve. made known their intention to sell police headquarters building on North ers will once again consist of all Western part of Union County. another 18 months, so that construc- The initiative stated that five stu- seven of those acres to the church. Avenue in Westfield. Democrats. Freeholder Nicholas Green the Streets will place tion will be ready to begin in 2005. dents from each district would be After a group of Summit residents “Many residents have these poten- Scutari, of Linden, was re-elected to needed emphasis on developing In addition, Mr. D’Elia reports that selected by their district to attend the protested the proposed land sale to tially dangerous items in their homes his third three-year term, while An- recreational areas in our county’s the church, a $15,000 environmental CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the County and the City of Linden CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 gel Estrada of Elizabeth was elected older, more densely populated have met with property owners of to his second. Rick Proctor, of communities.” Tremley Point and that the Global Rahway, was elected to his first term, -- Freeholder Lewis Mingo Village Plans have “advanced sig- following an appointment last Feb- nificantly.” He reports that New Jer- ruary to fill the vacancy left by Linda sey Department of Environmental Stender who won a State Assembly industrial businesses, distribution Protection (NJDEP) clean up plans seat last year. facilities, office and conference space are complete and that a site plan has While, an appointment as the Free- and training centers that utilize truck been reviewed. He further notes that holder Chairman is still upcoming and freight access. the owner of the property should be and their 2003 initiatives not yet This initiative, updated from “able to select a developer within the ready to be unveiled, a look back at Sebastian D’Elia, Union County Di- next six months to begin work on the the 2002 initiatives first introduced rector of Public Relations, is reported property.” last January, seem to have brought to “ensure that the connector road to Also outlined in his report, was the some new programs to residents in the Tremley Point will be a reality in Youth Employment Strategy (YES) the 21 municipalities. the next three years. Currently the program, which stated that the Free- At the Union County reorganiza- Turnpike is evaluating four alterna- holders would work with Union tion meeting held last January, Free- tive routes for crossing the Rahway County’s business community to holder Chairman Lewis Mingo, Jr. River from Exit 12 and connecting expand summer employment oppor- outlined five new initiatives for the into Tremley Point Road.” tunities for youth within the county. year 2002. The use of Tremley Point as a He noted that the program would One of the initiatives outlined by switching station for a “trash train” provide summer scholarships and Mr. Mingo was the Tremley Point from New York brought much con- jobs with local businesses. Accord- Redevelopment program. According troversy in the past year. One of the ing to Mr. D’Elia, 12 Union County to Mr. Mingo’s report, the Freehold- individuals who owns a piece of companies have found 18 jobs for ers would be working in conjunction Tremley Point was being investi- county youths throughout the mu- with the City of Linden to create a gated, and New York backed out, nicipalities after a screening of 52 Global Freight Village in the Tremley according to Tom Plante, from the youths for the YES program. Point area of the city, expecting to County’s public information office. Also, aimed at youth in the county, create 3,000 new jobs for the area. Mr. D’Elia also stated that the Mr. Mingo outlined a program called Mr. Mingo stated that the Global Freight Village would be located near PPPAAAGE INDEXINDEXGE the trucks only exit planned at Inter- Regional ...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 16-18 Fred Lecomte for The Times change 12 of the NJ Turnpike. He Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E...... 19-20 RED OR GREEN?…An accident occurred at the corner of Bonnie Burn and Diamond Hill Roads on Saturday causing also noted that the area would house Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-15 the traffic light to be knocked over and tying up traffic. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, November 21, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Toy Drive, Adopt-A-Family WF BOE Audit Runs To Benefit County’s Needy Smoothly; Y’s Men SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch that cash donations be used for the Plains-Fanwood High School purchase of new toys, basic cloth- DECA Chapter, an association of ing and household needs. marketing students, is sponsoring DECA is encouraging Union To Fix Elm St. Field its 12th Annual Toy Drive to help County communities to join in their the needy and homeless for the efforts to help these families who By CHARLOTTE LEDERMAN Championship on Monday. holiday season. are trying to rebuild their lives. Specially Written for The Times Mrs. Gardner reminded the board Working with the Union County Sara Finkelstein, DECA Presi- WESTFIELD -- “No violation of that the football team will play on Interfaith Council for the Homeless dent, stated, “It’s a great chance to state laws, regulations, no reportable Thanksgiving Day in Plainfield, and the Scotch Plains Welfare Depart- give these kids the holiday they conditions.” Such was the good news “marking more than 100 years of ment, DECA is raising funds for the may have otherwise not had. We at Tuesday’s board of education meet- rivalry between the two schools.” purchase of toys, clothing and house- are really looking to the commu- ing as the Highland Park accounting Other events of note are College hold items for over 200 children and nity and local businesses to help us firm of Hodulik and Morrison, PA Night at Westfield High School on 100 families of the Interfaith Council. ensure that at least every child has gave their report on the 2001-2002 Thursday, November 21 and the high Many of these families live in one holiday gift.” audit. school’s production of Thornton SHE’LL ASK THE QUESTIONS…Lauren Kurz, a resident of Scotch Plains, temporary shelters and in various “The Adopt-A-Family program Indeed, accountant Bob Morrison Wilder’s The Skin of Our Teeth, which interviews Martin Marks, the Mayor of the Township, about his views on churches and synagogues through- has really grown to become a com- will begin today, Thursday, Novem- healthcare issues in Scotch Plains. Lauren is a senior nursing student at further informed the board that his Villanova University in Philadelphia, Pa. out the county, until permanent munity event. It’s great to see our firm had found that “the financial ber 21, and run through the weekend. housing becomes available. community band together and help statements were fairly represented” Mrs. Gardner closed the meeting, In addition, DECA asks the com- those in need,” said Sara. and the internal controls of checks reminding the community that the munity to consider its Adopt-A- In addition to toys, DECA has, and balances were “designed prop- Westfield Public Schools will hold a Freeholder Board Says Trash Family Program in which residents in the past, been able to provide erly and working.” four-hour session on Wednesday, help to provide necessities for a basic necessities such as shoes, Mr. Morrison also noted that he November 27, and will be closed specific family in the Interfaith socks, underwear, shirts, jackets, and his employees had enjoyed the Thanksgiving Day and Friday, No- Train Is No Longer An Issue Council network. linen sheets and blankets. “complete cooperation of the staff” vember 29. DECA has already held a Hal- To make a contribution as an The board will reconvene next CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 in Westfield and what a pleasure it program, which focuses on leader- According to Mr. D’Elia 68 stu- loween party for the children and individual or business, to co-spon- was to work for such a town. Super- month on Tuesday, December 3. will host a holiday party in De- sor the DECA Toy Drive, or to aid ship and development. dents from 14 out of 21 of the intendent of Schools Dr. William county’s school districts took part cember. Although the event is billed in the Adopt-A-Family program, Foley credited Business Administra- as a toy drive, DECA is requesting please call (908) 889-8600. in the initiative attending courses tor and Board Secretary Robert Beetle at Union County College’s Cranford Berman and the work that he has Board of Ed. campus. done in facilitating the auditing pro- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Courses for the teens included: cess, both this year and in years past. and would like to dispose of them CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 SCOTCH PLAINS According to the report, the group science, computer graphics and de- During their discussion of the au- safely,” said Freeholder Board Chair- sign, technology and finance. In POLICE BLOTTER dit, board member Carol Molnar man Lewis Mingo, Jr. also wanted to recommend doing a focus group for Brunner School par- addition, students were also given asked Mr. Morrison to explain the From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Union courses in leadership skills, time TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 having her wallet stolen from the Snuffy’s impact of “centralized fix asset ac- County Police Department will accept ents before 2003, due to their low all fireworks and ammunition of up to management and conflict resolu- • A Scotchwood Glen resident re- Restaurant. The victim stated that she counting.” Overall, this will be re- voter turnout revealed by the study. tion as well as recreation time. ported receiving harassing phone calls. left her purse open after getting some quired as part of the audit next year, 50-caliber in size. This is the first time The report also recommended work- • this type of program has been con- In his report, Mr. Mingo outlined A student at the Union County Vo- change to make a phone call. She re- and as a result, will necessitate the ing with the Parent Teacher Associa- a fourth initiative entitled Partner- cational and Technical School on Raritan turned and saw two men standing around board hiring a full time employee to ducted in Union County. No guns will tion (PTA) legislative chairpersons be accepted. All materials brought in ship for Economic Progress, (PEP) Road reported being assaulted on Octo- the area of her purse. She later called her fill this need. and BOE liaisons to develop new ber 30. There were no reported injuries credit card company and realized that by residents will be placed in a burn which would help Union County’s The board also heard a presenta- ways to bring people to the polls. small businesses by aiding those and the victim was referred to the Mu- someone had just used her credit card at tion from the Y’s Men, a service container and later detonated by the nicipal Court. the Toys’R’Us and Babies’R’Us located police. Board member, Edward Saridaki, businesses impacted by the tragic FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 at the Blue Star Shopping Center. organization based at the Westfield Saying the program is not just for stated his concerns on the voting events of September 11, 2001. The • A Bryant Avenue resident reported SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Y, that has historically sold Christ- those individuals who use firearms for analysis saying that it “could border purpose of the initiative is to bring that a Comcast cable box and remote • The manager of Sunoco Gas Station mas trees at the Elm Street Field. target shooting or hunting, Freeholder on unethical.” together economic development or- Recently, this field has come under were taken from his home. The owner located on Route No. 22 reported that a Chester Holmes said the county “gets “When you start analyzing to that ganizations to coordinate services believes a former tenant removed the customer entered the store and went down much debate as to its proper care and many calls from residents who come to these small businesses. items when they moved out. the isle looking for merchandise. The cus- usage. The Y’s Men proposed to the degree, you’re creating pressure on • across these items when they clean out the voters…our responsibility is to According to the Union County A Westfield resident reported that tomer gave the manager $3 for a bag of board, though, that as an act of good a home after the death of a loved one.” her vehicle hood ornament may have been potato chips, soda and hot fries. The man- get better voter turnout with an accu- Freeholder Office, the organiza- faith they “change the way we do People tend to keep these items simply tions involved include the Board of removed while she was in the Quick Chek ager opened the register and the customer business on the field.” rate budget,” said Mr. Saridaki. on Westfield Avenue. The person stated jumped over the counter and reached into because they are unsure of how to Chosen Freeholders and the County This year, no tractors will be al- dispose of them. In other business, Barre and Com- that she did make several prior stops. the register taking an undetermined amount pany presented the annual audit, mak- Manager, the Department of Eco- • The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High of cash. The criminal ran out of the store lowed on the field and they hope to In another matter, Freeholder ing the following recommendations: nomic Development and the De- School reported that someone spray- and onto Myrtle Avenue. The incident was experiment with straw and alternate Deborah Scanlon is warning county partment of Human Services. In painted the letters “Z-B” in two different captured on surveillance tape. pathways to eliminate mud and mini- residents to be on the alert for the Asian SUI taxes should be transferred form longhorned beetle, which can destroy addition, the Union County Com- spots in the gym. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17 mize damage to the field. the P/R agency account to the SUI prehensive Economic Development • The Mobile Gas Station located on • Nicholas Mortarulo, a resident of Y’s Men member and field profes- thousands of trees in a short period of trust fund on a quarterly basis; all Route No. 22, East, reported a theft of William Street, was arrested and charged time. This type of beetle has been dis- Strategy Committee, the Union sional Greg Nicoll also proposed to quarterly payments to the NJ unem- County Workforce Investment approximately $300 from inside the store. with disorderly persons. Mortarulo was “establish and manage a field condi- covered near Union County. ployment fund should be paid from The employee’s of the gas station recog- arrested after police were called to Sy- Freeholder Scanlon, the board’s liai- Board, the Elizabeth Development tioning program of aeration, fertili- the SUI trust fund account; business Company, the Union County Eco- nized an individual inside the store from camore Avenue where Mortarulo rang zation and seeding for the Elm Street son to the county’s Shade Tree Commis- past thefts, and summoned the police but the doorbell of a residence that he didn’t sion, said officials are working with state office personnel should continue to nomic Development Corporation, the actor left before police arrived. know. Police arrived and Mortarulo re- Field.” and federal officials on the problem. The ensure proper payment; and princi- the Small Business Development • A Union Township resident reported fused to leave and became combative. The service group believes that beetle, native to China, lays its eggs in pals should be notified of their re- Center and Union County College “this conditioning program will sig- hardwood trees; the larvae then feed off sponsibility to reconcile accounts on are working towards this initiative. nificantly improve the condition of the delicate living tissue inside the tree, a monthly basis. All of these recom- Projects launched for the initia- The Westfield Leader and the field and its turf within a short an infestation that is fatal to a variety of mendations were well received and tive include providing technical as- period.” It will work in conjunction trees, namely maples, boxelders, approved by the board. sistance programs to small busi- with numerous suppliers and ser- The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood horsechestnut, willows and elm trees. The board also reviewed the Qual- nesses in the areas of International vices to “directly assist the board in The beetle is ¾ to 1½ inches in announces our first ity Assurance Annual Report Service, export readiness and trade covering the costs and managing the length, with a shiny black shell with and government procurement as program.” white dots. Urging residents to be (QAAR), which approved the Com- prehensive Maintenance Plan and well as a small business debt refi- Board President Arlene Gardner watchful, Freeholder Scanlon said the nancing loan program to refinance Ye Olde Fashion Christmas beetles “spread very, very quickly and the School Nursing Services Plan. accepted the Y’s Men’s proposal, existing business-related debt. - SPECIAL FULL COLOR INSERTION - noting it was “generous” as it was “at our best chance for stopping this infes- The QAAR reported on the break- tation is to catch the beetles very early.” down of students in the district who Also, additional technical assis- to be inserted into our no cost to the board.” tance courses are being offered at th Board member William Ziff also The Freeholders’ next regular meet- need daily or occasional medical at- December 5 Publication ing will be on Thursday, December 5. Kean University while Union seemed to speak for the entire board tention by the school nurse. The re- County College is providing a new when he voiced that he felt it was a Service Is Announced port stated that each school has a curriculum for small business em- Don’t Miss Out... “win-win situation.” certified full-time school nurse and ployment training. In other news, Mrs. Gardner alerted For Mrs. Hamberger the high school also has an addi- The final initiative reported by Reserve Your Ad Space Today!! the board to several community tional part-time nurse. Jacqueline Hamberger, 57, of Freeholder Mingo is the “Green the events. This week is American Edu- Superintendent of Instruction, Dr. Mountainside died on Tuesday, No- Streets” project. According to Mr. (908) 232-4407 cation Week and includes the theme Margaret Hayes also introduced the Mingo, through this initiative Union of “Making Public Schools Great for vember 19, at her residence. A com- [email protected] plete obituary will appear in next updated Information Technology County will dedicate $1.75 million Every Child!” As such, cooperation Curriculum for grades five through from the Union County Open Space, between staff, parents, and the com- week’s edition. Visitation will be held from 7 to 9 eight to be implemented in the 2003- Recreation and Historic Preserva- munity as a whole are responsible for 2004 school year, which was ap- tion Trust Fund, to create parks, making the Westfield Public Schools p.m. today, Thursday, November 21, and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, proved by the board. The curriculum connect greenways and improve Christopher so successful. park areas in the County’s urban- Mrs. Gardner noted, “We are for- Friday, November 22, at the Gray focused on developing proper key- Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street boarding at an earlier age. ized, congested areas. Radko tunate here in Westfield that the level In a press release, submitted by of cooperation and support is so great. in Westfield. Board member Craig Nowlin also A funeral service is set for 10:30 reported for the Shared Services com- the office of Mr. D’Elia on October Meet Tad Donovan of the We all celebrate the achievements in 9, it was announced that the pro- our schools and commit to working a.m. tomorrow at the funeral home. mittee regarding the Field of Dreams Christopher Radko Company. Burial will take place at Fairview project, stating that bid documents gram was officially launched. together to help our children suc- According to Mr. Mingo “the There will be the special event ceed.” Cemetery in Westfield. will most likely be going out in De- In lieu of flowers, donations may cember. Freeholder Board has worked to ornament “Merry Mouse Magic” The board also wished to con- acquire available open space, lo- gratulate the Westfield High School be made to a hospice program of According to the motion approved, that is only available at the event. one’s choice or to the American Lung cated primarily in the Western part Girls Varsity Soccer team on win- the board also agreed to participate of Union County. Green the Streets ning the North Jersey Section 2 Association. in the purchase of grounds equip- New additions to the line this year November 21, 2002 will place needed emphasis on de- include the Fantasia Vintage ment with the Borough of Fanwood veloping recreational areas in our Merry Mouse and the Township of Scotch Plains. county’s older, more densely popu- Ornaments, Bubble Lights, and Magic! Splendid Victorian The cost is estimated to be $75,000 lated communities.” over 200 new styles for 2002. A prorated at 40 percent each to the Municipalities eligible for this special door prize drawing will be Township of Scotch Plains and the matching funds program include, Board of Education and 20 percent Rahway, Elizabeth, Linden, Hill- held. Nov. 24th to the Borough of Fanwood. side, Plainfield, Roselle and Union Shop our Radko Store Online “We currently rent this Township. Each municipality can At www.radkoshop.com 1pm-4pm equipment…they are looking at apply for up to $250,000 and the equipment to do a number of opera- deadline for applications is De- tions,” said Mr. Del Sordi. cember 31, 2002. The next public Board of Educa- The Freeholders will appoint a tion meeting will be held at 8 p.m. on chairman for 2003 at their reorga- Special Event December 5. nization meeting in January. Douglas M. 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PUBLICATION Police Seek Volunteers For Domestic Violence Response SCOTCH PLAINS — The police for many families in our communi- departments of Fanwood, Scotch ties.” Plains, Westfield, Clark and Union Project Protect provides family County have formed a team and are violence prevention, education, train- collaborating on domestic violence ing and emergency intervention ser- issues. This effort is designed to in- vices. The project offers shelter from crease the safety and decrease the harm and provides advocacy and isolation of domestic violence vic- counseling services. tims in the region. On domestic violence, the five The Union County Prosecutor’s police departments interact with the Office and Project Protect of the criminal justice and family court YWCA of Eastern Union County systems. The departments focus on will assist the project. The police providing victims with immediate departments are recruiting volunteers relief from dangerous situations, and from the four communities to work they pursue the arrest of and pros- on the Regional Domestic Violence ecution of abusers. PARADING FOR THANKSGIVING...Three wild turkeys throw caution to the Response Team. The police hope that information wind by foraging for food at a very unlikely location: Embree Crescent and Fanwood Police Chief Donald and support from volunteers will CLEO’S FIRE…William McMeekan, Jr. caught lightning in Westfield over the Hanford Place in Westfield. See letter on page 4. Domanoski and Scotch Plains Police enable more educated decisions and WWI monument at just the right time a few summers ago. Now, footage of his Chief Marshall Nelson state, “Do- enhance support for victims. Similar video of Westfield will be part of the renowned holiday window display at Henri mestic violence is not new to our programs in the state yielded posi- Bendel’s high fashion in New York City. communities or to any community in tive results. WF Service League Seeks our country. Recent U.S. Depart- Applications are now being ac- ment of Justice statistics indicates cepted at the five police departments WF Resident Works With that violence by current or former for volunteers to serve on the team. 2003 Grant Applications partners of women especially is com- Fanwood or Scotch Plains resi- The Westfield Service League lion dollars to various agencies. mon and frequent, and is a major dents should contact Lieutenant Ri- ‘Smart Coating’ Research (WSL) is currently accepting requests To be considered for funding, each cause of serious injuries. We believe chard Trigo of the Fanwood Police WESTFIELD – John Federici of sense, communicate and act – thus, for applications for grants for 2003. agency or organization must submit that many of these injuries are pre- Department at (908) 322-5000 Ext. Westfield, Professor of Physics at the name “Smart Coating.” This past year, the WSL donated a written request to Faith Bennett, ventable, and that the way in which 117 or Lieutenant John Shebey of the the New Jersey Institute of Technol- Researchers at NJIT and at the $72,000 to local agencies and orga- Donations Chairperson, 629 Saint we as law enforcement agencies re- Scotch Plains Police Department at ogy (NJIT), is on the re- U.S. Army’s Armament nizations. The grant funds result from Marks Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090. spond to abuse can make a difference (908) 322-7100 Ext.140. search team for develop- Research and Develop- the profits of the WSL Thrift and All completed applications must be ing “Smart Coatings.” ment Center at Picatinny Consignments Shops, located at 114 returned no later than February 1, 2003. Soon, military vehicles Arsenal are developing Elmer Street. Ammunition Disposal might be covered with a smart coatings for the The WSL is celebrating its 70th It’s all on the Net, coating that heals itself, Army. Funded by the U.S. anniversary of providing service to if corroded or scratched. Department of the De- the Westfield area. Over that period, www.goleader.com Offered by County PD The vehicles might also fense, the futuristic coat- the WSL has donated over $1.8 mil- WESTFIELD — Residents can rabilia such as grenades, shells and automatically change ings are intended for use dispose unwanted ammunition and rockets are really inactive. The county color on the battlefield, on a wide array of mili- fireworks on Tuesday, November 26 police are able to come to residents’ creating instant camou- tary vehicles — tanks, at the Union County Police head- homes and inspect items using a flage and rendering them trucks, helicopters and The Law Offices of quarters at 300 North Avenue East in portable x-ray machine. invisible. weapons systems. Westfield from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dis- For information about the ammu- Smart coatings could John Federici Paints now used by the posal is free. nition and fireworks collection, or to also reduce the sensitivity Army are expensive and JON M. BRAMNICK The County Police will accept all have the county police look at memo- of explosives, making them safer for labor intensive to apply. If scratched fireworks and ammunition of up to rabilia, please call the Union County soldiers to handle. or corroded, vehicles need to be re- PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION .50-caliber. Unwanted ammunition Police at (908) 654-9800. Such coatings will employ nano- painted — which can hide structural and fireworks brought in by the pub- technology. Microscopic electro-me- damage. The Army estimates that uestion: lic will be placed in a burn container Mental Health chanical machines, called nano-ma- the cost of corrosion damage relat- Will my employer pay my doctor’s bills if I am at police headquarters and will be chines, will be embedded in the coat- ing to painting and scraping is $2 detonated later by police. No guns Association ing. These devices will be able to billion per year. QQQ injured on the job? will be accepted at this location. Fireworks and ammunition are hazardous materials and are not ac- Honors Dr. Bride nswer: cepted as household waste or even WESTFIELD — Dr. Nancymarie Generally, yes, but only if you receive prior hazardous waste. This is the only Bride was presented the 9/11 Lead- AA authorization and treat with the employer’s acceptable method for disposal of ership Award by The Mental Health A Association of New Jersey for her AA these items. designated worker’s compensation physician. It is particularly important to dispose work in Union County in response to of old fireworks, which are not regu- the 9/11 disaster. Dr. Bride is Execu- JON M. BRAMNICK lated and have a propensity to become tive Director of the Mental Health Certified Civil Trial Attorney unstable. Even older ammunition can Association of Union County become unstable and dangerous. (MHAUC) located in Westfield. JOHN C. RODRIGUEZ The Union County Police Bomb Charles Weston, Past President of Workers Compensation Squad organized this collection as a MHAUC said, “Nancy’s leadership STEPHANIE ANN MITTERHOFF service to the public. This is the first and expert counseling skills, com- Former New Jersey Supreme Court Law Clerk time the county has provided this passion and dedication allowed her Civil Appeals and Appellate Brief Writing service. to work at the front line during the “This is not just for people who first few weeks after the disaster, and GARY J. GRABAS use firearms for target shooting or to continue her dedication to victims Formerly of Purcell, Ries, Shannon, Mulcahy & O’Neill hunting,” said Freeholder Chester and responders to this day.” Dr. Bride Former Middlesex and Morris County Assistant Prosecutor Holmes, a former police officer. organized 17 mental health counse- “Union County gets many calls from lors as volunteers to provide assis- '!&@h†‡Trp‚qT‡ rr‡ residents who come across these tance to victims and first responders. Tp‚‡puQyhv†IE&&% items when they clean out a home This spring in honoring the Salva- after the death of a loved one. Many tion Army, Dr. Bride’s said, “An- ’TIS THE SEASON…The Rake and Hoe Garden Club of Westfield will present (908)('"!!& 322 - 7000 its “Deck the Halls” holiday house tour on Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. people hang onto these items be- other year has passed, and we are to 4 p.m. Four homes will be decorated for the holidays, among them this ('"!!%((&AFax: (908) 322 - 6997h‘h‘h‘ cause they do not know how to dis- here once again to celebrate and to Victorian residence at Dudley Avenue. Additionally, a boutique will be featured w‚i h€vpx5w‚i h€vpxp‚€ pose of them.” hold on to each other.” between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Community Players Theater. House tour tickets The Union County Police can also To inquire about MHAUC pro- may be purchased at Baron’s Pharmacy, 243 East Broad Street or Lancaster, help residents ensure that war memo- grams, call (908) 272-0300. Ltd., 76 Elm Street, both in Westfield, or at the door for $30. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 21, 2002 Page 3 Westfield Foundation Lists Grants For Fourth Quarter WESTFIELD – The Trustees of tural and history-related activities the Westfield Foundation recently for local and area residents. The approved $44,500 in grants for the Trustees awarded $15,000 to fund a fourth quarter of 2002 to support preliminary schematic design and area agencies and programs. cost estimate for a cultural arts cen- The Youth & Family Counseling ter in Westfield. Service received $5,000 to support The Westfield Bach Festival re- a counseling program at the ceived a grant of $5,000 in support Westfield Community Center ad- of a three-day Bach Festival to be dressing coping skills for adoles- held in February of 2003. cents. An award of $4,000 was granted A grant of $4,000 has been to the Westfield Chamber of Com- awarded to the Cerebral Palsy merce to expand the Holiday Lights League to purchase furniture and Program to the South Avenue and play equipment needed for expan- Central Avenue business districts. sion of the Come Play and Learn For further information regarding MAN OF THE WORLD…Longtime Westfield resident Alfred Morasso, Jr., Early Childhood Center, the only the Westfield Foundation, please left, was recently elected as the 47th International President of the Circumnavi- dual licensed pediatric medical day contact the Foundation office at P.O. gators Club, effective January 1, 2003. The club’s membership is made up of care center in the state. Box 2295, Westfield, 07091, or call SAVING SCOUTS…Evergreen scouts saved 28,000 pennies as a summer those who have sailed, flown, driven or otherwise trekked around the world – The Greater Plainfield Habitat For 908-233-9787. project. Pictured, left to right, are: Pack 34 Representative Bill Sherman, Scouts crossing all meridians in one direction. It also has a foundation that sponsors Humanity, which operates solely on David Sherman, Brett Murray, Matt Glassett and Brian Dunn, with Commerce scholarships for students to make around-the-world study tours. Mr. Morasso, a volunteer basis, received a grant Bank Branch Manager Mark Charbonneau at the “Penny Arcade” coin sorter. whose father was club President in 1959, is pictured receiving the whale’s tooth of $2,500 for construction materials NJAWBO Reveals gavel from Past President Charles Blaisdell, center, and Jeffrey Kelly, outgoing and property to continue the President, at the club’s Annual Meeting. organization’s work in 2003. To Holiday Auction Plans Evergreen Cub Scouts date, 22 homes have been built by volunteers and partner families. MOUNTAINSIDE — The Union Melissa Colvard Receives WYACT (Westfield Young Art- County Chapter of the New Jersey Raise 28,000 Pennies ists’ Cooperative Theatre) was Association of Women Business SCOTCH PLAINS — The Cub Vice President Mark Charbonneau, awarded $5,000 to help defray the Owners (NJAWBO) will hold its Scouts of Evergreen Elementary an estimated 75-plus pounds of Member Service Award costs of its 2003 summer produc- Holiday Reception and Auction on School Pack No. 34 in Scotch Plains coins were loaded into the bank’s SCOTCH PLAINS – Melissa visibly upset and shaken. Melissa tions. The program enables West- Thursday, December 12, at 6 p.m. at recently combined fun with automated “Penny Arcade” for sort- Colvard, a caregiver in the Kangaroo volunteered to follow the family field youngsters, as well as other L’Affaire, located on Route 22, East, fundraising. At their June pack ing and counting. In the end, the Classroom at the Fanwood-Scotch home to make sure everyone was emerging talent from across New in Mountainside. meeting, each cub was given a bank scouts had raised $280.39. The top Plains YMCA’s Grand Street Child alright. She also fixed dinner for the Jersey, to participate in youth-the- All women business owners in and asked to save pennies over the penny saver was scout David Care Center, received the 2002 Mem- children and got them ready for bed, atre full scale productions free of Union County, both NJAWBO mem- summer. The scouts placed the Sherman. ber Service Award. before driving home to Pennsylva- charge. bers and non-members, are invited banks in high traffic areas of their Scouts Brian Dunn and Luke Vuono The award is given to a staff mem- nia. She then got up the next morning A grant of $4,000 was awarded to to attend. All items that are donated homes and, over the next few were also among the top savers. The ber who exemplifies outstanding to attend classes at Kean University. NJ KidPower, an international or- will be auctioned at the event, with months, the scouts, their families entire amount will be used to help member service. Colleagues nomi- ganization which provides programs proceeds to benefit The Center for and friends slowly filled the banks support scouting events and commu- nate their peers for the award, which Scotch Plains PBA emphasizing positive prevention Hope Hospice in Linden, this year’s with their extra pocket change. The nity projects throughout the year. is given at the Y’s Annual All Staff education. The monies will be used selected charity. banks were collected at the Octo- Meeting. Seeks Toys For Kids for personal safety skills workshops All contributors of auction items ber pack meeting and taken to Com- On The Net Melissa received the award for her SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch in Westfield schools. will be recognized in the Holiday merce Bank on North Avenue in care and assistance to a mother and Plains Policeman’s Benevolent As- The Westfield Cultural Arts Cen- Auction Program. For more infor- Scotch Plains. There, with the help In Color child when the mother was unex- sociation has kicked off its Eighth ter is an organization whose pur- mation on how to donate an item, or of Branch Manager and Assistant www.goleader.com pectedly late picking up her young- Annual “Toys For Tots” toy drive to pose is to create and operate a com- to attend the event, please call ster from the YMCA’s Childcare benefit disadvantaged children. munity arts and history center that Doreen Iossa of the Holiday Auc- Center. New toys and games may be would offer year-round artistic, cul- tion Committee at (908) 527-1166. After half an hour, when the nor- dropped off in a special barrel in the OWEN BRAND mally prompt mother had not yet lobby of the Scotch Plains Police arrived, the staff received a tele- Department. phone call from a neighbor indicat- The deadline for donations is Fri- Your Home Town ing the mother was lost on her way day, December 20, to enable the gifts WESTFIELD CHIRO-CARE home from a meeting and would to be distributed in time for the holi- Dr. Todd Carnucci arrive shortly. days. For further information, please MORTGAGE BANKER When the mother arrived, she was call (908) 322-7100. Chiropractor “Tired Of Seeing DEEGAN Doctor After Doctor?^ Stop Suffering! 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PUBLICATION ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ THE TIMES Letters to the Editor The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and WF Resident Spies Pre-Thanksgiving The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield DDTM and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: Wild Turkeys in His Neighborhood New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association My Thanksgiving turkey arrived early developed a taste for white meat. Below are four arcane words, each National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is cor- Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association this year. So, the three magnificent-looking gob- To be entirely correct, three wild tur- blers that I tracked with my camera appar- rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey keys showed up on a lawn across the street ently had made a choice: Live with the sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue from my home. To say that the appearance Bobcat or move in with Man. Hey, stop diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 of such wildlife on Embree Crescent is as laughing. So, no one takes turkeys to Mensa If you can guess one correctly – good guess. If you get two – well-read indi- Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 scarce as hen’s teeth is an understatement. meetings. As a Westfielder for almost three de- But could it be that all those hunting vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at cades, I have crossed paths many times shows on television that have deified the you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 with the usual local fauna: Squirrels, rab- wild turkey as one of the most crafty, free time! All words and correct definitions PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. bits, raccoons, rodents and many species elusive creatures to hunt were actually of birds. Until today, my only other expe- telling it like it is? come from the board game Diction Horace R. Corbin Deception. Fred K. Lecomte rience with Wild Turkey has been re- Hmmm. You know, maybe wild tur- Michelle H. LePoidevin PUBLISHER stricted to a highball glass. keys are smart. Consider this: These birds Answers to last week’s arcane words. A&E and EDUCATION David B. Corbin MARKETING DIRECTOR At first glimpse it would appear that have rationalized that it’s okay to walk 1. Springal – An active young man Suzette F. Stalker ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS Michael L. Bartiromo these marvelous birds are joining black among humankind this time of year for 2. Trollop – An untidy or dirty woman COMMUNITY MARKETING & PRODUCTION bears and deer in making the point that if good reason. Who wants to bother to kill, 3. Loke – Private road or lane Karen M. Hinds 4. Threnody – A song of lamentation; Jennifer Pinto OFFICE MANAGER Robert P. Connelly their habitats continue to shrink due to pluck and dress a turkey when you can get MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS a dirge NEWS & REPORTING Ben Corbin unchecked housing development in New a free, frozen 15 or 20-pounder by spend- Lauren S. Pass Lauren A. Gruman Jersey, then wildlife very soon may be- ing $250 on groceries at your local super- FUSTIGATE SERVICES NEWS & REPORTING MARKETING & PRODUCTION 1. To scold or nag SUBSCRIPTION PRICE come tamelife. market? However, a gasoline station attendant in And lastly, before you ask someone to 2. To shape like a spindle; thick, ta- One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 Mountainside later in the day explained that pass the cranberry sauce, ponder this on pering at each end wild turkeys have been around his commu- Thanksgiving Day: What if the Pilgrims 3. Fermentation resulting in a strong, nity for almost 15 years, adding that their had been vegetarians? musty smell 4. To beat with a stick or club numbers have been dwindling recently be- John O’Conner The FCC and NJ Look To Control cause a bobcat, like other carnivores, has ACRISY Westfield 1. Condition in which no right judg- ment can be formed Telemarketers, and We Support This Former Council Candidate Gowen 2. Relating to or affecting external Many in the area get up in the morning with their guessed it! The phone rings. surfaces Thanks All For Campaign Support 3. Sharpness; eagerness first cup of coffee, turn on the computer and erase all Most people don’t like to be impolite. But, it’s 4. Disbelief in God the junk email. How many Nigerian ministers are getting easier for most to say; “I don’t conduct any My apologies for taking so long to history. PALUDISM there anyway that tell you about moving several send off this note of thanks to you. The individuals I met as I campaigned 1. Characterized by an ashy, white business over the phone, take me off your list and As a defeated candidate for Scotch door-to-door, the people I talked with complexion million dollars out of the country because of the never call back.” Others don’t answer the phone Plains Township Council I took a bit of informally or at neighborhood meetings, 2. Acting like a heroic champion; in a latest coup? All they want you to do is give them your anymore; they let their answering machine do the time for reflection and now wish to and especially my neighbors and friends, knightly fashion bank account number for them to deposit these work. Some make a sport of it as they enjoy bedev- express my gratitude for the honor of all had viewpoints and words they shared. 3. Malaria having campaigned in the context of The outpouring of commitment, belief 4. Acting indiscreetly; carelessly riches to split with you. Of course, if you fall for this, iling the telemarketers. such a demonstration of our American and emotion from everyone I dealt with COZEN they’ll suck dry any money you might have in the In spite of the growing animosity to telemarketers, Democracy. was enriching and uplifting. I was truly 1. The hip or hip joint account. the government reports that the industry has grown I am moved, deeply and sincerely, by a part of ‘America-acting-like- 2. A person who steers a boat the treatment I received from all the America’... People speaking out, know- 3. Mentally ill; insane This is just one of the many scams that are going from $435 billion in sales in 1990 to $600 billion in members of the press. While I was care- ing that their words would be heard and 4. To cheat or defraud on by email. By telephone it is: “You’ve been the last year. The government estimates that $40 ful to remain succinct in my responses to that whoever finally gained the elected interviewers, the press was likewise du- role would be chosen from among them, approved!” – “Free airline tickets!” – “Insurance for billion of this is clearly fraudulent. The government tiful in restating my positions with clar- freely and without fear. Teenagers Should Be seniors” – “Lonely and wanting to meet you” – “Free also reports that there are legitimate uses for ity. I congratulate everyone: the winners vacation.” The list goes on, where these telemarketers telemarketing – but the government doesn’t elabo- For me, in this campaign, the opportu- soon to be seated on our Township Coun- Aware Of Side Effects hope to trap the unsuspecting, prey on the weak and nity to impel the works of our democ- cil... the losing candidates who must rate on what these uses are. Certainly, there’s a racy and help bring new ideas and think- now wait to attain their sought-after Caused by Ecstasy take advantage of human frailty. powerful lobbying group in their midst. ing to a public forum was as natural and roles... the Township itself for providing Many Teenagers today are trying the On April 9, 1998, then Assemblyman Richard The government has been concerned about significant a task as I have ever imag- the public forum for an interchange of “club” drug ecstasy, otherwise known on Bagger (now Senator) wrote, “My proposal is telemarketing abuse for some time. The Telephone ined. Consider this: A businessman (a ideas... the observers and writers from the streets as “E” or “X”. Teens take the dad that wants to make a difference...) newspapers and electronic media... the drug thinking that it will give them a new straightforward. The bill says that spammers must Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) of 1991 prohibits with a clear idea of his own leadership individuals and groups who nurture and “high” that will be better than smoking identify who they are and that a spammer who telephone solicitation calls to homes before 8 a.m. potential and a mind filled with thoughts support our political system... congratu- marijuana or drinking alcohol. Little do disguises his or her identity violates the state’s and after 9 p.m. A telephone solicitor must give his for ‘a better tomorrow’ seeks to gain lations... on a job well done. they know that they are damaging their support from a public that has hardly met I am gifted by this opportunity to bodies and most importantly, their brain. consumer protection laws. The bill says that name, the name of the entity for which he is calling, him except on a professional level. work with you all and I will continue to Researchers tested ecstasy on baboons spammers who send their junk email into New and a telephone number or address to contact that Through the machinery of a system that do so. and monkeys, and found severe neuro- toxicity and brain damage in the ani- Jersey must provide a contact person for New entity. Further, the rules require telemarketers to guarantees this same opportunity to each George F. Gowen of us, he begins to make a mark in mals. The drug has the same effects on Jerseyans to reach out to, and if a New Jerseyan asks maintain a do-not-call list and may not call those on Scotch Plains humans if it used enough. Ecstasy is a that the spamming stop, they must stop doing so. the list for ten years. If so, they may be subject to stimulant that raises a person’s heart rate Failure to adhere to these requests would be a Assemblywoman Stender’s Fanwood and blood pressure, and can also lead to fines. dehydration. Teenagers believe drink- violation of the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act.” Certain calls are exempt from many of the FCC’s ing water can help but in fact it only In July of 1999, then Union County Prosecutor rules, including calls from companies with which Opinions Questioned by Times Reader flushes their system of electrolytes that Manahan said, “by pretending to offer seniors safety the consumer has an existing business relationship I read with interest the recent article She complains that street lamps in the their body needs. (November 14) where Fanwood Mayor business district are leased, not pur- Teenagers need to be aware of the side and security for their accounts, what an illegal and those from tax-exempt, non-profit organiza- Lou Jung, and State Assemblywoman chased. Hmm, I wonder what her com- effects of this drug. Ecstasy can lead to telemarketing scheme really does is prey on the fear tions, including many political organizations. (and Fanwood resident) Linda Stender plaint would have been if the lamps had seizures, heart attacks, and memory loss. that some people have that they won’t have access to Currently, the Federal Communications Commis- were interviewed on their thoughts re- been purchased instead of leased. Researchers also say that ecstasy may garding the election in general, and the Mrs. Stender continues that Republi- also lead to Parkinson’s disease, which their money.” sion (FCC) is considering ways in which it can revise Fanwood business district in particular. cans have not done enough to address the is a loss of motor skills and uncontrolled There are junk Faxes too. When workers go to the its telemarketing rules to adequately protect con- I must say I was a bit perplexed by Mrs. problem of rising property taxes. Now tremors. This is being seen a lot more in Stender’s comments on her perception ask yourself this question: who is in a young adults these days. office Fax machine in the morning, they sort out the sumers’ privacy. The FCC has asked for comments of failure on the part of the current better position to address the problem of scores of junk faxes that arrived overnight and put on whether it should change its rules that restrict administration. Allow me therefore a rising property taxes, a mayor of a small John R. Burnham another ream of paper in the machine. telemarketing calls and, if so, how. We urge you to few moments to lay out the facts. town who is on the receiving end of Westfield Office workers are getting good at screening un- learn more about this by seeing www.fcc.gov/cgb or For starters, Mrs. Stender gives chutz- federal, state and county dictated man- pah a whole new meaning when she dates or a member of the state assembly Westfield Schnauzer wanted phone calls by telemarketers that hope to by calling them at 1-888-CALL-FCC. minimizes the accomplishments of who can address some of those issues at switch the company’s phone service, sell that hot Our leaders at the state are doing important work Mayor Jung while trying to pat herself the center of the action? Remembered by Reader stock or collect money for that unheard of charity. on this problem too. Let them know how you feel and and other Democrats on the back for Perhaps Mrs. Stender has plans to Several residents who know Pat and their very thin level of accomplishments introduce legislation to allow munici- But, telemarketers are getting more clever and so- give them your support. Bob Sheehan of Westfield, have fond over a period of 20 years of talking palities to determine pay levels that make memories of Pepper, a N.J. Schnauzer phisticated – some of these calls continue to slip Senator Richard Bagger, Asm Thomas Kean, Jr. (always talking) about “downtown re- sense for the municipalities, or perhaps Rescue dog who the Sheehans fostered through. One slick one is the company that calls to and Asm. Eric Munoz can be reached at (908) 232- development.” legislation that curbs our courts and their a couple of years ago. Pepper was Frankly, from the beginning, in the illegal and expensive (to the taxpayers) confirm your listing in a business directory; there 3673 in Westfield. adopted and left town. She enriched late ’70s, this was their issue, but again, judicial dictates such as the Mt. Laurel/ Westfield — and Scotch Plains too, never was such a listing, but if you play the game Senator Joseph Suliga can be reached at (908) 587- they did nothing despite having major- COAH farce, and/or Abbot versus Burke when she lived with Dorian Roll of the there will be one, with a charge of course. 0805 in Linden, Asm Jerry Green at (908) 561-5757 ity rule in borough government for most which is horribly expensive for the people N.J. Schnauzer Rescue Network. of those years. She states that the Demo- of this state, especially the “rich” people At the end of the day, you make it safely home after in Plainfield and Asw. Linda Stender at (908) 668- Pepper, a little Schnauzer with a big crats’ candidates (three fine individu- in Fanwood and Scotch Plains. Ah, but personality, is a very special dog. She a hard day’s work and sit down to dinner – you’ve 1900 in Scotch Plains. als, by the way) received different feed- that would require leadership. Leader- created beautiful music for residents back in their campaign walks than was ship? Linda Stender? Sounds like the with her melodious howling and Resident Praises Claire Lazarowitz the case with the GOP candidates. Per- plot of a low rent sitcom. Schnauzer woo-woo sounds. A matri- Thank You, Westfield haps that is true, but who carried the day The good news for Linda Sender is arch with a big heart, Pepper has a For Caring So Much by very substantial margins? It was the that she is in a safe gerrymandered seat. sweet personality and is dominant with For Letter Published in 11/14 Leader Republican candidates and the very solid As long as she keeps boss McGreevey other dogs. She “ruled the roost” with record of accomplishment of the current and the tax and spend special interests One of the most bizarre events of sations. In a year in which a Republican We want to once again show our sin- a firm, but gentle paw, when she shared American politics is the ritual post-elec- rhesus monkey would have been hard- cere gratitude and appreciation to the Republican Mayor and Council. happy, she will retain her seat. Years living quarters with the Dorian’s She then speaks of Republicans ben- ago, Elridge Cleaver (ultimately a Re- toral love-fest in which losers and victors pressed to lose an election, there was entire community of Westfield. You have Schnauzers. figuratively fall into each other’s arms, simply no need to resort to the politics of honored our husbands with not only a efiting from work done years ago by publican, by the way) stated: “If you’re Although Pepper no longer lives in Democrats. Really? Can someone point not part of the solution, you’re part of the while declaring their undying mutual re- slime. Yet, they did, and the first casual- beautiful memorial, but also with such a Westfield, her larger-than-life canine gard and respect. It’s almost as though all ties of the Republican credo of “victory at dignified dedication ceremony. We now out what that was? Is it the “grant” problem.” Where is “little Miss do-noth- personality will always be a part of money that we sent to Trenton and Wash- ing, tax and spend liberal” on that equa- of the pre-electoral campaign ads in which any cost” were decency and truth. have this wonderful park for remem- Westfield and surrounding towns. they portrayed their adversaries as Satan’s While the Republicans revel in their brance and reflection. With Thanksgiv- ington in the first place, with a miniscule tion? You do a great job of putting The portion being recycled back to us? We earthly representatives had never existed. success, I hope that Claire’s letter serves ing approaching, we feel truly thankful Andrew J. MacDonald Westfield Leader together. I liked your That’s why I was so very gratified to to remind them of the corroded moral and to be part of such a caring community. are supposed to be thankful for that? Fanwood October 17 article from the Lutheran How about a tax cut, Linda? read Claire Lazarowitz’s letter last week. ethical dimensions of their behavior and Thank you. pastor, about marriage and living to- You see, instead of kissing the victor’s to put them on notice that their victory gether. ring, she undertook something new, novel may well be ephemeral if their future Kate Walsh Diane Starita SP Resident Upset With Development, Martha McLoughlin and noble: She told the truth. conduct doesn’t begin to approach rea- Cranford The sad reality is that Westfield was sonable standards of civility. Rebecca Shum subjected to a sleazy campaign in which Maura Madden Robert Ratner Laurie Fogel Trend of Subdividing Lots in Township the Republicans turned to negative adver- Westfield Councilman Goldman tisements and untruthful and bogus accu- Sally Cohen-Alameno Over the past few years, my husband already developed. None of my neigh- and I have been watching an alarming bors or I can imagine how these pro- Thanks WF Voters trend take place in our state and sur- posed new homes would fit in on a street rounding communities. Sadly, it now such as ours. The proposed subdivision, For Continued Support would appear that this trend is taking or new construction of any kind, would place in our own town and has arrived on be an absolute detriment to the charm of our own street. our street. I sincerely doubt that the I want to express my appreciation to voters of Westfield’s Fourth Ward who In May of this year, our neighbor sold architectural style of these new homes his home to a real estate developer. The would fit in with the existing character supported me for another term on the Town Council. I look forward to con- developer purchased the property with of the homes that are already here. the intent to raze the house and subdi- My neighbors and I are terrified of tinuing working with Mayor Greg Mc- Dermott and my colleagues on the Town vide the property in order to put up two what this subdivision would look like if sizable homes in its place. The current it is approved by the township’s Plan- Council, including newly-elected mem- bers Andy Skibitsky and Sal Caruana, in house earmarked for destruction sits on ning Board and do not believe it would over an acre of property with a very add value to our own property. We are maintaining Westfield as a top-notch community and also addressing our wooded back yard. It is, in our opinion, planning to fight this proposed subdivi- one of the nicest properties on the street. sion, because there is more at stake here community’s needs and problems. For the past six years I have tried very It makes us ill to know that this house, than potential for higher property values which is not in a dilapidated condition, - we are fighting for quality of life. We hard to be responsive to the concerns of individual Fourth Ward residents and and the beautiful trees surrounding it are are all especially concerned for what this both a target for destruction. town will look like over the next 10 to 20 neighborhood issues, and to address matters of importance to Westfield as a Our street is made up of 50 plus years, as one by one, older homes are year-old ranches and cape cods that torn down so the property can be cleared, municipality. I intend to continue in this vein. are meticulously maintained. The subdivided and rebuilt with over-sized homes are not large, but the residents structures that are out of scale for the One of my priorities remains the suc- cessful completion of the pending down- on our street love living here...why? new property and its adjoining neigh- Because of the warm character and bors. The approval by the town’s Plan- town parking/redevelopment plan. In my six years on the Town Council we have charm of the homes. Everyone, from ning Board, would send a strong mes- friends and relatives, to delivery per- sage that older homes and the character had lots of talk, but very little in the way of concrete results, other than a substan- sonnel, always comments on how of a neighborhood have no intrinsic value, lovely our street is. My neighbors hear are not worth saving, and that local tial increase in parking fees. The process in which the Town Council and the Plan- the same comments as well. Adding to residents have no voice in the matter. the beauty of our street are all the It is my understanding that the pro- ning Board has been engaged during this year is complex and slow, but I am con- lovely, mature trees which provide posed subdivision is scheduled to be shade, charm and homes to small ani- heard by the township Planning Board fident that we are on track toward positive results. I hope that the new members of mals. The homes are nicely spaced on Monday, November 25, at 8 p.m. in apart, which was a priority for my the township’s council chambers, 430 the Town Council respect the hard work and detailed analysis that has occurred to husband and I when we were house Park Avenue, Scotch Plains. This meet- hunting 12 years ago. One of the main ing is open to the public, and we plan to date and that we continue moving for- ward with the current plan. factors why my husband and I chose this be there. Larry Goldman very street was that we fell in love with Melissa Esposito Councilman, Fourth Ward the way the street looked and that it was Scotch Plains CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 21, 2002 Page 5 SP Mayor Martin Marks Discusses Plans for 2003 By FRED ROSSI backed the idea, as well as “promote Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times this in other communities.” SCOTCH PLAINS – After 10 Another matter needing to be ad- months as a minority party in 1999, dressed soon will be the Department of followed by three years with a majority, Public Works site on Plainfield Avenue Republicans in Scotch Plains will oc- between the Scotch Hills Country Club cupy all five Township Council seats as and the ballfields being developed. He of January 1, and Mayor Martin L. said the township would like to relocate Marks is hoping that 2003 sees the the facility “or bite the bullet and build completion of a number of projects a new facility.” The present structure “is currently in progress. in a state of disrepair.” Mayor Marks Speaking to The Times of Scotch said he was hopeful that “something Plains-Fanwood before departing for definitive can be done.” Benjamin B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the annual New Jersey State League of Future uses for the former zoo prop- PROMOTIONAL QUARTERS…Hal Narotsky, left, and his wife Shelly Aberson, Municipalities convention in Atlantic erty on the south side of Scotch Plains right, pictured at their Westfield office of Aberson Narotzky & White, Inc. Lauren S. Pass for The Westfield Leader and The Times City, the Mayor says he is looking will also hopefully be addressed seri- FRESH FACES…Tiger cubs from Tamaques School in Westfield visited The forward to “throwing out first pitches at Talking Business Westfield Leader office on November 14, 2002 to learn about newspapers; not to ously in 2003. A number of environ- play hooky from school. Pictured above from the left are Christopher, Jack, a few ballfields” next year. There are mental-related concerns have delayed Patrick, Mac, Christian, Mark, Drew and Brendan. several ballfield construction and reno- any final disposition of the land at the vation projects currently underway, most corner of Terrill and Raritan Roads. New York City Couple Westfield Chamber notably on Plainfield Avenue. Work on Once those concerns are allayed, the SP Library to Hold the county-funded Field of Dreams Mayor said, “We can take a look at Brings Company to Westfield Announces Annual ballfield renovation project at Park establishing something there.” Winter Story Times Middle School will actually begin next Mayor Marks expects another “diffi- By BENJAMIN B. CORBIN field. Aberson Narotzky & White, Holiday Ornament Sale year, Mayor Marks predicted. cult and tight” 2003 municipal budget, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Inc. provides promotional and ad- The Mayor also said he looks for- with serious discussions among Coun- WESTFIELD – In 1992, Shelly vertising materials for trade shows SCOTCH PLAINS — Registra- WESTFIELD – The 14th annual ward “to breaking a bottle of cham- cil members set to start sometime in Aberson and Hal Narotzky not only and other similar events. They have tion for the Winter 2003 Story Time Westfield Holiday Ornament for 2002 pagne” on two new jitney buses, hope- early February. brought their company to Westfield provided the WAM coins for the at the Scotch Plains Public Library is now on sale by the Westfield Area fully at the beginning of the year. The “The economy is still sluggish,” he from New York City, but the married Westfield Chamber of Commerce and will take place starting Monday, Chamber. The ornament commemo- two shuttle buses, which will be shared said, and township investments “aren’t couple also made their home here. have completed projects for the West- December 2, and continue until each rates the Westfield Christmas Tree with Fanwood, each seat 25 passengers generating the kind of income we saw It all started when Mrs. Aberson field Symphony Orchestra. class is full. The maximum number lighting ceremony, which will be and will run during the morning and in 1999, for instance,” when the munici- and Mr. Narotzky accepted a dinner They also worked for Mercedes- per class is 20 children. A sign-up held this year on Sunday, December afternoon rush hours on the north and pal surplus was in excess of $3 million. invitation from their old neighbor, Benz, HBO, Pfizer, Jim Beam and sheet will be available on the 1 at 5 p.m. at the North Avenue Train south sides of the railroad tracks. One The Mayor took a few minutes to ad- previously from New York City. Dur- Volvo with catalog programs and Children’s Room desk. Station. bus will be devoted to serving the bulk dress some of the comments made in last ing their visit, the couple immedi- national direct mail campaigns. “Pre-School Story Time” will run The ornament ball is deep blue of Fanwood and the southern side of week’s The Times by Township Demo- ately fell in love with Westfield. on Tuesdays, January 14 to February with a depiction of the Westfield Scotch Plains while the other bus will cratic Chairman Kenneth Lipstein, specifi- Now, they have two children in the NAMI Meeting Set 11, from 10 to 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 to Christmas Tree in silver and white. serve the northern sides of both com- cally about the just-completed campaign Westfield schools – Natalie and Max. 2 p.m. Children must be three years The limited edition ornaments are munities. New Jersey Transit, which is and the reasons for the local GOP sweep. “I Natalie is an eighth grade student at At Osceola Church old on or before the date of the first $10 each and can be obtained at: administering the federally-funded pro- found it amusing that last time, he actually Edison Intermediate School, and Max Coldwell Banker Realtors, Fleet COUNTY – The National Alli- program. gram, will disburse grants to fund the came to a televised Council meeting to air is a fourth grade student at Jefferson ance of The Mentally Ill will present “K-First Grade Story Time” will Bank, PNC Bank, Scott Shoes, The operating costs of the program. his gripes,” the Mayor said. “This time, he Elementry School. Mrs. Aberson and the second and third segments of a be held from January 14 to February Town Bank of Westfield and the The Mayor also said that the Town- chose to do it through the newspaper.” her daughter sing in the Little Opera Chamber office. series called “Living With Schizo- 11, from 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. Craft ship Planning Board, of which he is a Mr. Marks said the “excuses they come Company of NJ, and Mr. Narotsky is phrenia” starting Tuesday, Novem- registration will be announced. A limited number of ornaments member, will soon be moving forward up with when they lose,” such as Mr. an active member of the Westfield ber 26, at 7:30 p.m. at the Osceola These programs are offered for from 1991, 1994, 1995, 1998, 1999, on the so-called “Broadway Redevel- Lipstein’s contention that a general Re- Jaycees. Mr. Narotzky, Mrs. Aberson 2000 and 2001 are available at the Presbyterian Church in Clark. For Scotch Plains residents who are library opment” project, a development pro- publican trend did in his party, “are really and their children are members of information, please contact (908) card holders. For further information, Chamber office, 173 Elm Street, 2nd posed for the area between the Scotch ludicrous.” The Mayor said there was no Temple E-manuel in Westfield. floor. Other years are sold out. 233-1628 or please call the Children’s Room be- Hills Country Club on Jerusalem Road statewide Republican trend this year, given Their business is thriving in West- [email protected]. tween 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday For more information, call the and the border with Westfield that would Democrat Frank Lautenberg’s relatively through Friday, at (908) 322-5007. Chamber office at 908-233-3021. be an age-restricted senior citizen de- easy Senate victory. He pointed to previ- velopment of detached single-family ous elections, such as in 1996, 2000 and homes and recreational facilities. 2001, when local Republicans won de- “We’ve gotten a lot of public input,” spite Democratic victories at the top of the the Mayor said, both positive and nega- ballot. tive, all of which, he said, are being “People in Scotch Plains evaluate the forwarded to the developer so that any situation and vote for local Republi- concerns or suggestions can potentially cans. To imply that Scotch Plains voters be incorporated into the plans for the are modern lemmings that follow the site. He reminded that the township trend is a disservice,” the Mayor said. does have some control over the devel- He also defended the Republican cam- opment since some of the lots to be sold paign against Mr. Lipstein’s charges of and developed are township-owned. excessive negativity. “Most of our pieces On Election Day, township voters were positive,” Mayor Marks said. overwhelmingly approved a non-bind- “There are times when it’s going to be ing referendum calling for the conven- hard-hitting.” The Mayor served as cam- ing of a state constitutional convention paign manager for the three Republican to address property tax reform. candidates this year. Calling negative Mayor Marks said, “I’d like to be an tactics “a part of politics,” he main- ambassador for this” and assist the tained that, “our residents can see League of Municipalities, which has through all that silliness.”

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Interested House Museum, located at 614 Janet and Judy Murphy of Registered Nurses (LEARN) will hold individuals are invited to attend for a Mountain Avenue in Westfield, will Kenilworth will prepare the feast a program entitled “Emerging Patho- guest fee of $10 per program. For feature its annual Colonial Thanks- using authentic recipes and cooking gens – Everyone’s Concern” on Mon- information, please write to: LEARN, giving feast demonstration over the methods. Taste treats will be avail- day, November 25, at 7:45 p.m. at the P.O. Box 6, Scotch Plains 07076 or open hearth on Sunday, November able for visitors to sample. Parish House of the All Saints’ Church, call (908) 754-9499 or (908) 272- 24, from 2 to 5 p.m. Additionally, Kathy Dowling of located at 559 Park Avenue in Scotch 7239. Clark will make a presentation on Plains. early American table customs. Marie Kassai, Manager of Infec- Morgan Lynn Tours of the 1740 farmhouse will tion Control and Customer Satisfac- Historical Society be conducted by costumed docents tion at General Hospital Center in To Hold Program Joins Boll Family throughout the afternoon, with the Passaic, will be the guest speaker. Sherry and Ed Boll of Westfield last tour scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. A not-for-profit professional orga- On Herbal Wreaths have announced the birth of their Visitors will also be able to make nization for New Jersey registered FANWOOD – The Historical Soci- daughter, Morgan Lynn Boll, on Sun- purchases at the museum’s gift shop. nurses, LEARN offers eight programs ety of Scotch Plains and Fanwood day, September 15, at Overlook Hos- Admission to the museum is $2 for per academic year on current nursing will hold its annual crafting program pital in Summit. adults and 50 cents for students. Chil- topics. Each program provides Con- at its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Morgan weighed 7 pounds and 14 dren under age 6 will be admitted for tinuing Education Contact Hours November 26, at 8 p.m. at the Fanwood ounces and measured 20¼ inches in free. For information about the mu- through the New Jersey State Nurses train station. length at birth. seum and its fall events, please call Association. Volunteer docents and gardeners She joins her brothers, Kerry, age 6, the office at (908) 232-1776. This program has been approved of the Cannonball House Museum in Mr. and Mrs. Eugene F. Gatens and Ryan, age 4, and her sister, two- The museum will be closed on for 2.4 contact hours. In addition, for Scotch Plains will demonstrate how year-old Emily. Sunday, December 1, for the Thanks- school nurses, the New Jersey Depart- to make kitchen herbal wreaths. The baby’s maternal grandparents giving holiday. On December 8, the ment of Education, Professional Stan- All are welcome. The charge for Mr. and Mrs. Gatens Feted are Rita and Rocky Petzuk of Coplay, museum will present “A Gingerbread dards Board, has granted Professional herb wreath kits assembled by the Pa. Sunday.” For more information about Development Hours. volunteers will be $3 for Historical Her paternal grandparents are Carol the museum and its fall events, please Society members and $5 for non- and Ed Boll of Holland, Pa. call (908) 232-1776. members. Refreshments and fellow- On Golden Anniversary Library Friends Seek ship will follow the craft program. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene F. Gatens of Mr. and Mrs. Gatens were married The train station is located at North Fanwood celebrated their 50th wed- on September 27, 1952 in the Church Donations For Sale and Martine Avenues. ding anniversary at a surprise party of the Holy Cross in Brooklyn. A re- JLEP Donates Goody Bags SCOTCH PLAINS – The Friends Further information about the His- given by their children and their ception followed at the home of the of the Scotch Plains Public Library torical Society may be obtained from spouses September 27 at O’Connor’s bride, the former Miss Adele Ritchie. For Mobile Meals’ Clients is currently accepting donations of its President, Richard Bousquet, at Beef ’N Ale House in Watchung. Mrs. Gatens, a graduate of the Col- used videos, music cassettes, com- P.O. Box 261, Scotch Plains 07076 or The couple’s children include lege of Mount Saint Vincent in WESTFIELD — Halloween goody ents,” said Nancy Otchy, President of pact disks and books-on-tape to be by calling (908) 232-1199. Cathy Colon of Scotch Plains, Chris- Riverdale, N.Y., taught at Holy Trinity bags were recently donated to Mobile Mobile Meals. resold at its special “Pre-Christmas” topher Gatens and Gene Gatens, both Elementary School in Westfield. Meals by volunteers from the Junior “We are indebted to the many orga- Sale. of Brick; Adele Gatens of Plainfield, During her career, she also was Chair- League of Elizabeth-Plainfield, to nizations who have joined our vol- The sale will be held on Saturday, Patricia Rush of South Plainfield, John woman of the Department of Math- brighten the holiday for Mobile Meals’ unteer efforts in providing hot, nutri- December 14, at the library, located Quicks Welcome Gatens of Middletown and Terrence ematics at Union Catholic High School elderly and disabled clients. tious meals to our clients, who are no at 1927 Bartle Avenue. Gatens of Los Angeles. They also have in Scotch Plains. She is now retired. Mobile Meals, a non-profit, pri- longer able to shop and cook for “We are looking for profession- Son, Brady Philip nine grandchildren. Mr. Gatens retired from the New vate meal delivery service, delivers themselves,” she added. ally-made videos, cassettes and CDs Joseph and Robin Quick of Mount York Life Insurance Company as Pen- freshly prepared, home-cooked meals Many Mobile Meals volunteers only – not home movies or TV shows Pleasant, S.C., formerly of Westfield, Red Cross Conducts sion Field Vice President. He is a United Monday through Friday to clients in bring their children along when they or music taped from the radio,” said have announced the birth of their States Navy veteran and a graduate of Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, deliver meals as a way of introducing Friends President Ted Czarnomski. son, Brady Philip Quick, on Friday, Thanksgiving Drive St. Lawrence University in Canton, Clark, Cranford and Garwood. them to the rewards of community “We are looking for films, docu- October 11, at 12:19 p.m. at East N.Y. Junior League members Connie service. mentaries, children’s videos, how- Cooper Regional Medical Center in To Benefit Needy Frontero and Kathy O’Brien prepared “Many of our clients spend their to and exercise videos, etc. We are Mount Pleasant. COUNTY – The Tri-County Chap- the bags with the help of their chil- days alone and are so grateful for also looking for music of all kinds. Brady weighed 8 pounds and 4 ter of the American Red Cross is col- Ministerium to Host dren, Jackson, Julia and Greta Frontero these holiday gifts and visits when These items should be in very good ounces and measured 21½ inches in lecting food to distribute to needy and Shannon, Brianna and Sean their meals are delivered. They love condition, since they will be resold,” length at birth. families for Thanksgiving dinner. Thanksgiving Service O’Brien. to see our volunteers, many of whom he added. He joins his brother, Ryan, who is Individuals may “adopt” a family SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch “The Junior League has been a have developed great relationships,” Anyone wishing to donate vid- 2½ years old. and donate the fixings for a complete Plains-Fanwood Ministerium will tremendous help in servicing our cli- remarked Jean Douma, Executive eos, compact disks and books-on- Brady’s maternal grandparents are turkey dinner, including a turkey. hold a special Community Thanks- Director of Mobile Meals. tape, as well as books for the book Gary and Jill Sitcer of Westfield. They may also make a cash donation, giving Service on Monday, Novem- “Many have been delivering meals sale, may bring them to the library John and Kathryn Quick of Deep as food vouchers will be purchased ber 25, at 7:30 p.m. at the Evangel Westfield Firefighters for over 20 years,” she noted. “The between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday Gap, N.C. are his paternal grandpar- for local stores. Church, located at 1251 Terrill Road time commitment is only one hour through Saturday. ents. Food donations will be accepted in Scotch Plains. Announce Food Drive per week, but the rewards are great. until Monday, November 25, at the The service will be all inclusive WESTFIELD – The Westfield All delivery locations are in safe, SPA CAFE FITNESS RETAIL SPA RETAIL CAFE SPA RETAIL FITNESS CAFE FITNESS SPA RETAIL FITNESS CAFE SPA Red Cross Tri-County Chapter of- and include representatives from the Firemen’s Mutual Benevolent Asso- suburban neighborhoods.” fice, 332 West Front Street in local area’s many houses of worship, ciation Local No. 30 is currently Mobile Meals is especially in need Plainfield. Items may be dropped off as well as government and commu- conducting its seventh annual Holi- of delivery volunteers in the Cranford between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday nity leaders. day Food Drive for needy area resi- area. Any person or organization inter- through Friday. The service will feature several dents. ested in volunteering may call (908) Due to a lack of refrigerated storage choirs, responsorial readings and a Non-perishable food items will be 233-6146 or visit westfieldnj.com/ space, turkeys may only be dropped message from Scotch Plains Town- accepted at fire headquarters, located mobilemeals on the Internet. off on November 25, between 8 a.m. ship Manager Thomas Atkins. at 405 North Avenue, West, until 9 and 1 p.m. Additionally, a special offering p.m. on Friday, December 20. The chapter services 22 munici- will be received for Crop Walk, a Food baskets will be distributed to African Violet Group palities in Union, Middlesex and worldwide program to combat hun- those in need through local churches Somerset counties. Anyone with ques- ger, as well as for CONTACT We and civic organizations in time for To Gather Today tions or who would like to volunteer Care. the Christmas holiday. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union may call (908) 756-6414. In its first food drive in 1996, Local County Chapter of the African Violet No. 30 distributed holiday meals to Society will meet at 1 p.m. today, approximately 85 families in Thursday, November 21, in the Westfield. The firefighters donated one Scotch Plains Public Library, located turkey to each meal distributed and at 1927 Bartle Avenue. will do so again this year. Local No. 30 The program will be entitled “Get- has expressed gratitude to all who ting Ready For the Show” and is participated in last year’s program. open to everyone. Open House 30! 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WESTFIELD – A Holiday Alterna- fights hunger by providing people While Christmas is celebrated ev- Hanukkah is celebrated for eight days, tive Gift Market will take place at the with livestock, and the Interfaith Coun- ery year on December 25 (or January beginning on the 25th of the month of First Congregational Church in cil for the Homeless of Union County. 7 in the Eastern Orthodox tradition), Kislev. This year, that day corresponds Westfield on Sunday, November 24, The church is located at 125 Elmer the date for Hanukkah varies from year to Friday night, November 29. at 11:30 a.m., following the Thanks- Street. For more information, please call to year. Or so it seems…Actually, Jew- Because Friday night also begins giving service. the church office at (908) 233-2494. ish holidays are determined by a reli- the Jewish Sabbath, Jewish people Gift-givers will have the opportu- gious calendar unique to Judaism. will light their first Hanukkah candles nity to donate to local and interna- AARP Announces The calendar is lunar, meaning that before they light their Sabbath tional charity organizations. In re- new months begin with new moons. candles, after which no more lights turn, contributors will receive unique Holiday Luncheon Since lunar months are only 28 and a may be kindled. gift cards that can be given as gifts. WESTFIELD – The Annual Holi- quarter days long, the Jewish calendar Hanukkah is also celebrated by MEN OF FAITH…Robert J. Conroy of Westfield, right, is joined by one of his The Gift Market will help support day Luncheon of Westfield Area loses about 11 days a year when com- eating foods fried in oil such as latkes sponsors, Bray Barnes, Esquire, at St. Patrick’s Church in Washington, D.C., on various agencies. These include Chapter No. 4137 of the American pared to the secular calendar. (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot the occasion of Mr. Conroy having been named a Knight of Merit in the Sacred Bridges, which provides homeless Association of Retired Persons will Every three years or so, the Jewish (doughnuts). This recalls the story Military Constantinian Order of Saint George. Both men are wearing the cape of people in Newark and New York with be held on Tuesday, December 3, at calendar adds an entire month of days. of a miracle; a time when a day’s office which bears the Order’s Sacred Insignia on its left side. food and clothing, and Cancer Care of noon at The Westwood in Garwood. This happens early in spring, to keep worth of sanctified olive oil burned New Jersey, which provides services An international buffet will be Passover in the spring season. Conse- for eight days, in the ancient Temple to cancer patients and their families. featured, with Don Anthony pro- quently, the Jewish holidays seem to of Jerusalem. Westfielder Robert Conroy The Gift Market also benefits Doc- viding entertainment. Besides his bounce around the calendar. Hanukkah is definitely not the Jew- tors Without Borders, an organiza- interpretations of Christmas and But according to the Jewish calen- ish Christmas, as many people Receives Papal Knighthood tion that delivers emergency medical popular music, he will also display dar, the holidays are faithfully cel- wrongly assume. In fact, it is a much aid to victims of armed conflict, epi- his expertise on several musical older holiday. WESTFIELD — Westfield resident Reverend Hummel, who nomi- demics and natural and man-made instruments, with some audience Presbyterian Church Hanukkah celebrates the affirma- Robert J. Conroy was invested as a nated Mr. Conroy for the honor, also disasters in over 80 countries. participation. The cost is $20, in- Posts Tree Lighting tion of Jewish identity in the face of Knight of Merit in the Sacred Mili- is an Ecclesiastical Knight of Grace Other organizations assisted by the cluding the gratuity. rampant assimilation. In the second tary Constantinian Order of Saint in the Order and the Boy Scouts Na- Gift Market include the Plainfield Members and non-members alike WESTFIELD — To commence the century BCE, many Jews had assimi- George on October 19. tional Catholic Chaplain. chapter of Habitat for Humanity, which are invited to attend the event. Chair- Christmas season, The Presbyterian lated to Hellenistic culture and even The investiture, performed by Additionally taking part in the in- builds affordable housing for residents woman Marie Stock is accepting Church in Westfield will hold its annual the Holy Temple in Jerusalem had Theodore Cardinal McCarrick, took vestiture was His Royal Highness of the Greater Plainfield area who are reservations and may be reached at tree lighting and carol sing at 7 p.m. on been given over to idolatry. place during the solemn celebration Prince Carlo Maria Bernado, Duke of in need; Heifer International, which (908) 925-2536. Sunday, December l, on the front lawn. Jews who remained loyal to Jewish of the Mass on the Feast of the North Calabria and Grand Prefect of the Following a local tradition, a church tradition overthrew the corrupted American Martyrs at Washington, Order; the Honorable David Lacey family always presses the button that Temple leadership and purified and D.C.’s historic St. Patrick’s Church. Garrison, Jr., the American Delegate Torah Center to Present turns on the tree lights for the first rededicated the Temple to traditional Mr. Conroy was honored with the to the Order, and His Excellency time. Performing the ceremony this Jewish practice. Part of that rededicat- Knighthood in recognition of his youth Ambassador Thomas Patrick Melady, year will be Deborah and David ion involved lighting the seven ministry activities and his service to former United States Ambassador to Two Events This Sunday Christianson, who team teach a Sun- branched menorah that stood in the the Catholic Scouting movement. the Holy See and the American Vice day school class, and their children, Temple, and Hanukkah has been cel- The Reverend Donald Hummel, Delegate to the Order. WESTFIELD – The Union County and Judaica available for purchase at Kelly and Kyle. ebrated with candle-lighting ever since. Pastor of St. Bartholomew the Apostle Mr. Conroy is a member of St. Torah Center will present a Chanukah the event. Admission to the Extrava- Adding to the festivities will be a The word Hanukkah means “dedi- Roman Catholic Church in Scotch Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in Extravaganza on Sunday, November ganza is free and there is no charge for brass ensemble, made up of church cation.” In modern times, Hanukkah Plains, co-sponsored Mr. Conroy’s Westfield. He and his wife of 27 years, 24, from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the the olive oil workshop. Prices for the members, playing traditional holi- has become a time when Jews rededi- investiture. Mary Catherine, are the parents of center, located at 418 Central Avenue crafts range from $3 to $5. day music. After the ceremony, re- cate their commitment to Judaism Caitlin, a freshman honors student at in Westfield. Additionally, a “Chassidic freshments will be served at the ad- and to the Jewish people. It has be- St. Bart’s Rosarians the College of Saint Elizabeth, and The event will feature a variety of Farbrengen” will be held that jacent Westminster Hall. come a time when many families re- Michael, a sophomore at Oratory Prep Chanukah crafts for children, includ- evening at 7:30 p.m. at the center. A flect on how they can maintain Jew- Set Christmas Party School in Summit. ing a design-your-own-menorah ac- farbrengen is an informal gathering Families to Celebrate ish tradition, living as a minority in a SCOTCH PLAINS – St. A health lawyer and Vice President tivity, as well as an olive-pressing in which participants celebrate their mostly Christian culture. Bartholomew’s Rosary Altar Soci- of the firm of Kern Augustine Conroy workshop from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Judaism through song, stories and Hanukkah at JCC This becomes inevitable as Jewish ety will hold its annual Christmas & Schoppmann, P.C., Mr. Conroy is Youngsters will sort and hand-press words of inspiration. It will be open SCOTCH PLAINS – The Jewish families see their neighbors and com- party on Monday, December 2, fol- general counsel to the Medical Soci- fresh olives in an old-fashioned olive to the public and offered free of Community Center of Central New munities decorate for Christmas. lowing the 7:30 p.m. Mass at St. ety of New Jersey and NJ Breathes, a press made of wood and iron, then purify charge. Jersey will celebrate Hanukkah at its Many Jewish children wonder how to Bartholomew the Apostle Roman statewide antismoking coalition. He the olive juice with a modern centrifuge For more information on these Wilf Jewish Community Campus, relate to all the Christmas that goes Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. is also President of the Westfield Se- to quickly extract the pure olive oil. events, please call the Torah Center at located at 1391 Martine Avenue in on around them, especially in school. All women of the parish are in- nior Citizens Housing Corporation. There will also be Chanukah gifts (908) 789-5252. Scotch Plains. Hanukkah is an excellent time for vited to attend this event. Refresh- The Order was founded by Papal The festivities will take place on Jewish families to ponder and discuss ments and prizes will be included, Bull in 1699 and is the oldest of the Thursday, December 5, at 5:30 p.m. the meaning of Jewish identity. along with entertainment by the Roman Catholic chivalric orders. RUNNELLS Participants will light the menorah, Hanukkah is often called a minor “Mardi Gras Quartet.” Members of the Order must dedicate have dinner and share the story of festival because Jewish tradition did Guests are welcome. For more themselves to lives of Christian lead- Specialized Hospital of Union County Hanukkah. Stanley Schwartz will pro- not require Jews to refrain from work information, please call (908) 889- ership and pledge to defend the Ro- vide music for singing and dancing. as it did for the Sabbath, Rosh 2152 or (908) 322-5409. man Catholic faith. Children will be invited to use an Hashanah and Yom Kippur. But Ha- olive press to make oil or join an arts nukkah continues to have deep mean- and crafts workshop to make gifts ing for Jews around the world. during the craft session, from 5:30 to For all who observe Hanukkah this Lord Enterprises, Inc. 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be served from year, may Hanukkah be a time of ** Multimedia Specialists ** 6 to 7:30 p.m. pride and rededication to timeless The dinner fee is $12 for adults, $6 Jewish values and, as always, a sea- 111 Quimby St., Westfield, NJ 07090 for children ages two to 12 and $9 for son in which we pray for peace and (908) 646-4150 senior citizens. There is a $5 per understanding for all people. child craft fee. 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DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE Dr. Julia Bhasin, 55, Was Educator; – Obituaries – Doris Bryant, Hood College Alumna; Known For Compassion and Spirit DEATH NOTICE Was Active in Westfield Garden Club Lois H. Kelly, Involved in Local Groups; Doris Bailey Bryant, 86, of wich, Conn.; three granddaughters, Dr. Julia Irizarry Bhasin, a a specialty mix of Linguistics, Edu- Redding, Conn. died at home on Nancy Bryant Herget of Darien, Westfield resident for 21 years, died cational Theory and Practice. Was An Advocate For the Challenged Wednesday, November 13, after a Conn., Laura Bryant Birchall of at Overlook Hospital in Summit on Since 1970, Dr. Julia Irizarry long illness. Stevenson Ranch, Calif. and Kristin Sunday, November 17, 2002. She Bhasin taught at Baruch College, Lois Harriet (Hudson) Kelly of pion!) and tennis. After Jack’s retire- Born in Elizabeth on June 19, G. Bryant of Greenwich, Conn.; four was 55 years old. She belonged to City University of New York. With Stuart, Fla., formerly of Westfield, ment, they moved to Stuart, where 1916, daughter of Ralph W. and grandsons, William W. Bryant, 3rd the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic unending devotion to her students, passed away on Wednesday, Novem- Lois became very active in the Mar- Nellie West Bailey, Mrs. Bryant was of Fairfield, Conn., Daniel J. Bryant Church in Westfield and was a Sun- she was a dedicated teacher. For more ber 6, 2002 in Stuart. tin County Association raised in Westfield and was gradu- of Stevenson Ranch, Calif., Dou- day School teacher there. than 30 years, Julia was a strong Lois was born Septem- for the Rights of the Chal- ated from Westfield High School glas E. Bryant of New Canaan, Conn. Julia grew up in Williamsburg, influence on her students, who con- ber 19, 1922, in Brook- lenged, with a particular and Hood College, where she re- and William R. Wyland of Redding, Brooklyn in a loving Puerto Rican stantly sought her out to tell her how lyn, N.Y. and graduated involvement in the Cali- ceived her Bachelor of Science De- Conn., and 12 great-grandchildren. family composed of Papi, Mami much they learned from her. from Patchogue High fornia Avenue Men’s gree in Economics. She was the wife Services were held on Saturday, (Reyes and Ana Irizarry), sister (Vivian) Sharing her mother’s profound School in Long Island, Group Home, where her of the late William W. Bryant, who November 16, at Christ Church of and brother (Reyes). She was also compassion for all living things, N.Y. After a year of college son, Torin, resides. died in 1981. Redding, Conn., with the Reverend very close with her older brothers, Julia rescued and adopted aban- and a stint in New York Lois was preceded in Prior to moving to Redding six Richard R. Wyland officiating. Inter- Justin and Ferdinand Irizarry. doned cats and dogs. Her deep de- City working in the office death by her parents, Ed- years ago, Mrs. Bryant lived in ment was in the family plot at Pleas- Active in her local church in sire to nurture life in every form also of Esquire Magazine, Lois ward Hudson and Ethel Fitzwilliam, N.H. and had spent ev- ant Valley Cemetery in Hammond, Brooklyn, the Transfiguration Ro- inspired her to tend to her garden married the love of her life, Parr Hudson; her brother, ery summer of her life on Atlantis N.Y. man Catholic Church, she never with love and care. A.J. “Jack” Kelly, Jr., in Lois Harriet Kelly Burgess Hudson, and her Island in Chippewa Bay, N.Y. Arrangements were under the di- questioned her destiny of going off Like her father, she had a certain 1944. They raised their beloved husband, Jack. She was a member of the Daugh- rection of the Bouton Funeral Home to Brandeis University. There, she joie de vivre. She leaves behind family – four sons – and lived for 30 She is survived by her stepmother, ters of the American Revolution and in Georgetown, Conn. fell in love with a young interna- innumerable family and friends to years (except for two years in London, Therese Hudson, her brother, Donald was active in the Westfield Garden Memorial contributions may be tional student from Bombay, India, whom she gave her love, her warm England and two years in Yokohama, Hudson, both of Melbourne Village, Club, the Fitzwilliam Historical So- made to the Hood College Annual Keval Krishan Bhasin, who she laughter and her loyal friendship. Japan) in Westfield. Fla.; her sister, June Hudson Johnson ciety and the Chippewa Yacht Club. Fund, Hood College, 401 Rosemont married in 1973. She never just added to a group; she During this time, Lois was active in of Salt Lake City, Utah; son, Brian Surviving are two daughters, Avenue, Frederick, Md. 21701 or to She delighted in her three sons, helped define, shape and support it. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Cub Kelly and his wife, Martha, of Okla- Jeanne Bryant Wyland and Susan G. Save the River, 409 Riverside Drive, Nicholas, Paul and Andy: a screen- Funeral services were held yes- Scouts, Boy Scouts, bowling (a cham- homa City, Okla.; son, Kevin Kelly Bryant, both of Redding, Conn.; a Clayton, N.Y. 13624. writer in Los Angeles, a classical terday, Wednesday, November 20, and his fiancée, Georgeanna Warren, son, William W. Bryant, Jr. of Green- November 21, 2002 musician in Chicago and a North- at the Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Louis Branch, 86 both of Lake Oswego, Ore.; son, Alan western University sophomore vio- Broad Street in Westfield. Louis Branch, 86, of Westfield died Kelly and his wife, Colette, of Ot- Ella M. Herron, 91, Liturgical Deacon; linist. A Requiem Mass will be offered on Thursday, November 14, at tawa, Canada, and son, Torin Kelly of The first in her family to attend at 11 a.m. today, Thursday, No- Rahway Hospital in Rahway. Stuart, Fla. Lois is also survived by college, Julia received her Bach- vember 21, at the Holy Trinity Born in Montclair, he was a five grandchildren, Lance, Tara, Cate, Active In D.A.R. and Children’s Home elor of Arts Degree in History from Roman Catholic Church in Westfield resident for many years. Susanne and Antoine, as well as many Ella Marie Herron, 91, of Hockessin, 17 great-grandchildren. Brandeis University in 1969; her Westfield, at the corner of Westfield Mr. Branch had worked for many cousins, nieces, nephews, close Del. died on Wednesday, November A graveside service was held yes- Master of Arts Degree in Education Avenue and First Street. All friends years as a freight loader for the Jersey friends and wonderful neighbors. 13, at the Franciscan Eldercare Cen- terday, Wednesday, November 20, at from Harvard University in 1970 and family are welcome. Central Railroad Company in Eliza- Lois was known for her many color- ter in Hockessin. the Lakeview Cemetery in and her Doctorate of Education In lieu of flowers, donations may beth prior to retiring. ful hats and her outrageously elegant Born in Meadville, Pa., the daugh- Jamestown, N.Y. from Teachers College, Columbia be sent to St. Hubert’s Animal Wel- He was a United States Army vet- earrings. All who knew Lois mourn the ter of the late William V. and Clyda Arrangements were under the di- University in 1990. fare Center, Madison, N.J. 07940 or eran of World War II. loss, yet celebrate her joyous life. A Ellis Stearns, she had lived in Buf- rection of the Spicer-Mullikin Fu- She focused her original research to the Westfield Rescue Squad, P.O. Surviving are a niece, Veronica Hart service of interment will be held at 10 falo, N.Y. and Wilmington, Del. be- neral Homes in New Castle, Del. on the teaching of reading skills Box 356, Westfield, N.J. 07091. of Elizabeth, and two nephews, Ed- a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2002, in fore moving to Hockessin. Memorial contributions may be and strategies to bilingual students, November 21, 2002 ward Mitchell of Aurora, Colo. and the Garth (center courtyard) of St. Mrs. Herron served as the first made to Parkside Lutheran Church, 2 Cornelius Branch of Sherman Oaks, Paul’s Episcopal Church, Westfield. woman liturgical deacon at the Wallace Avenue, Buffalo, N.Y. 14214. Calif. In lieu of flowers, the family re- Parkside Lutheran Church in Buf- November 21, 2002 Rose Natale, 75, Belonged to Chapters Services were held on Tuesday, quests donations to the Martin County falo. She was a Past President of the November 19, at the Bethel Baptist Association for the Rights of the Chal- Women of Parkside; a member of the Thea Illene Kluge, 45 Of Deborah Hospital and Red Cross Church in Westfield. lenged, in care of Steven Swann, Suite Buffalo Mothers’ Club; a board mem- Thea Illene Kluge, 45, of Spring Rose M. Natale, 75, a lifelong resi- Dominick Natale; two sisters, Susan Arrangements were handled by the 102, 1000 SE Monterey Commons ber of the Niagara Lutheran Lake died on Thursday, November dent of Scotch Plains, died on Di Francesco and Angelina Hicks Funeral Home in Elizabeth. Boulevard, Stuart, Fla. 34996. Children’s Home and Co-Chair- 14, in the Medicenter of America in Wednesday, November 13, at Filiciello; two brothers, Nicholas November 21, 2002 November 21, 2002 woman of the Parkside Sunday Neptune City. Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- Checchio and Mauro Checchio; nine Evening Club. Born in Bayonne, she had lived in ter in Plainfield. grandchildren and eight great-grand- M. Raleigh McCarroll, 81, Sergeant; She served as regent and New York Westfield prior to moving to Spring Mrs. Natale was a member of the children. State visitor for the Abigail Fillmore Lake two years ago. West Mount Chapter of Deborah A Mass was offered on Monday, Held Leadership Roles In Presbytery Chapter of the National Society of Mrs. Kluge had been employed as Hospital and the Plainfield chapter November 18, at St. Bartholomew the Daughters of the American Revo- a legal assistant for the firm of Michals, of the American Red Cross. the Apostle Roman Catholic Church M. Raleigh McCarroll, 81, of Scotch erator. lution. Wahl, Silver, Leitner, Tort and DeFazio She was predeceased by her hus- in Scotch Plains, following funeral Plains died on Friday, November 15, at Mr. McCarroll was a board member Additionally, she was a member of in Woodbridge for five years before band, Dominick W. Natale. services at the Rossi Funeral Home his home. of the Elizabethport Presbyterian Cen- the Colonial Dames of the XVII Cen- retiring two years ago. Surviving are a daughter, Andrea in Scotch Plains. Entombment took Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., he had lived ter and the Jefferson Park Day Care tury, New England Women and the Surviving are her parents, William Hruska; two sons, Dennis Natale and place at Somerset Hills Memorial in Elizabeth prior to moving to Scotch Center. National Society of Daughters of and Marian Cosmas Michals; a daugh- Park in Basking Ridge. Plains many years ago. He was a life member of the New Founders and Patriots of America. ter, Adara Michals; a sister, Lauren Memorial donations may be made Mr. McCarroll had been employed Jersey Policemen’s Benevolent Asso- She was also a member of the Order of Michals-Bharadwaj, and a brother, Evelyn Innes to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, with the Union County Sheriff’s Office ciation, the Retired Police and the Eastern Star. William P. Michals, Jr. Evelyn Innes of Cranford died on P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains 07076. for many years, retiring as a sergeant in Firemen’s Association and the Lincoln Mrs. Herron received the Distin- A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, November 11, at Rahway November 21, 2002 1976. University Alumni Association. guished Service Medal of the Sons of offered on Monday, November 18, at Hospital in Rahway. He was also Chief of Security at Mr. McCarroll received the the American Revolution. St. Catharine’s Roman Catholic Born in New York City, she had Green Brook Hospital in Green Brook university’s Alumni Award in 1982 for She was predeceased by her hus- Church in Spring Lake. lived in Massachusetts and Scotch Rosemary Tweedle, 79 and a sergeant in internal security for his contributions to the university and band, Robert Leslie Herron, in 1979; Arrangements were under the di- Plains before coming to Cranford in Rosemary Tweedle, 79, formerly the New Jersey Sports Authority at the his community. He was also presented a son, Robert W. Herron, in 1992; a rection of the O’Brien Funeral Home 1988. of Westfield, died on Monday, No- Meadowlands. with the 1993 Omega Man of the Year brother, William V. Stearns, Jr., and her in Wall. Mrs. Innes was a volunteer candy vember 11, at the Westminster Nurs- He graduated from Lincoln Univer- Award from the Omicron Chi Chapter of sisters, Jeannette S. Robelen and Memorial donations may be made striper for many years at Muhlenberg ing Facility in Manassas, Va. sity in Pennsylvania in 1947 and from Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., and was Allene A. Stearns. to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Regional Medical Center in Born and raised in Indiana, she the Union County Police Chiefs Train- recognized at the 1998 Founder’s Day. Surviving are a daughter, the Rev- Foundation, 341 W. 38th Street, 10th Plainfield. had previously lived in Michigan ing Academy in 1954. He was predeceased by his wife, erend Jeanne H. Linderman of Floor, N.Y. 10018. Surviving are three sons, James and in Westfield for 23 years. She Mr. McCarroll served for three years Bernice Petty McCarroll; a son, Keith Hockessin; seven grandchildren and November 21, 2002 Innes, Russell Innes and Roger Innes, moved to Manassas in 1993, follow- in the United States Army during World R. McCarroll, and a sister, Dolores and seven grandchildren. ing her retirement. War II. He spoke several languages, and Sampson. William F. Higgins, 78, Representative Arrangements were under the di- Mrs. Tweedle had been a Licensed his fluency in German led to a job as an Surviving are a sister, Verne Oliver of rection of the Rossi Funeral Home in Practical Nurse for Overlook Hospi- interpreter during the Nuremberg war New York, and two brothers, Othello For Oil, Chemical, Atomic Workers Scotch Plains. tal in Summit. She had attended Over- crimes trials. McCarroll of Cranford and the Rever- November 21, 2002 look Hospital’s School of Nursing. He served as a ruling elder, deacon, end Bobby McCarroll of Illinois. William F. Higgins, 78, of Scotch Surviving are his wife of 53 years, She was a graduate of Union trustee, financial secretary, treasurer and Services were held yesterday, Plains died on Saturday, November Frances Higgins; two daughters, MASTER County College and Kean Univer- church school teacher at the Siloam- Wednesday, November 20, at the 16, at the Father Hudson House in Patricia Hussey of Little Silver and sity, where she received a degree for Hope Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth. Siloam-Hope Presbyterian Church. In- Elizabeth. Mary Spreitzer of Basking Ridge; MEMORIALS medical records. She also earned a Additionally, he was a longtime terment took place at Fairview Cem- Born in Scranton, Pa., he had been two sisters, Elizabeth Hand of Forked realtor’s license in the State of New council member of the Elizabeth etery in Westfield. a resident of Iselin for 25 years before River and Agnes Higgins of Eliza- 524 Central Avenue Jersey. Presbytery Judicatory and commis- The Nesbitt Funeral Home in Eliza- relocating to Scotch Plains 28 years beth, and four grandchildren. Westfield, NJ Surviving are her husband of 53 sioner to the Synod of the Northeast beth was in charge of the arrangements. ago. The funeral was held yesterday, (908) 233-2350 years, Frank Tweedle; two sons, and General Assembly of the Presbyte- Memorial donations may be made to Mr. Higgins had been an interna- Wednesday, November 20, from the Russell Rogers of Milton, Fla. and rian Church (USA). He also was vice the American Cancer Society. tional representative of the Oil, Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- Allan Tweedle of Garwood; three moderator, moderator and past mod- November 21, 2002 Chemical and Atomic Workers Union neral Home in Westfield. A Mass fol- daughters, Kathleen Dean of Se- in Union for 23 years, retiring in 1990. lowed at the Immaculate Heart of attle, Wash., Patricia Hull of Roslyn Boerer, B’nai B’rith Member; He had previously worked in mainte- Mary Roman Catholic Church in Woodbridge, Va. and Connie Baker nance for 25 years at the Reichhold Scotch Plains. Interment took place Designer • Builders of fine of North Plainfield; a sister, Audrey Chemical Company in Elizabeth. at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Morgan of West Point, Ind.; 13 Was Co-Owner of BZ Fashion Shop He was a United States Navy vet- Memorial contributions may be MONUMENTS grandchildren and 10 great-grand- Roslyn Boerer of Westfield died tion of Rehabilitation through Train- eran of World War II. made to the Center for Hope Hospice, MARKERS children. on Tuesday, November 12, at her ing; the B’nai B’rith Women and the Mr. Higgins was a member of the 176 Hussa Street, Linden 07036. MAUSOLEUMS A memorial Mass was held on home. Sisterhood at Temple Emanu-El, all Old Guard in Westfield. November 21, 2002 Thursday, November 14, at the Born in Newark, she had been a of Westfield. Lettered • Cleaned Manassas Presbyterian Church in resident of Hillside and Union prior Surviving are her husband, George Anna T. Castellano, 82, Had Worked Manassas. to moving to Westfield 43 years ago. Boerer, and two daughters, Bonnie Tim Doerr The Miller Funeral Home and Cre- Mrs. Boerer was co-owner, with Boerer and Nyda Boerer. matory in Woodbridge, Va. was in her husband, of BZ Fashions, a Funeral services were held on For Several Companies in Newark Bruce Bauer Anna T. Castellano, 82, of Westfield (established 1939) charge of the arrangements. women’s specialty store located in Thursday, November 14, from the late Conception Church Senior Citi- Memorial contributions may be Linden. Menorah Chapels at Millburn in died on Thursday, November 14, at zens in Newark. Also: 300 Rt. 37 East made to the Garwood Fire Depart- She earned a degree in fashion Union. Interment took place at the Rahway Hospital in Rahway. Surviving are her husband, Alphonse Toms River, NJ ment, Liberty Hose Co. No. 1, 415 from Pratt Institute in New York City. Mount Lebanon Cemetery in Iselin. Born in Newark, she had been a Castellano; two sons, John Castellano (732) 349-2350 South Avenue, Garwood 07027. She was a member of the Organiza- November 21, 2002 resident of North Arlington prior to and Carl Castellano; seven grandchil- November 21, 2002 moving to Westfield. dren and four great-grandchildren. Mrs. Castellano had been employed The funeral took place on Monday, as a cafeteria helper at the Howard November 18, from the Megaro Memo- Savings Bank in Newark before retir- rial Home in Belleville. A Funeral Mass Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. ing in 1970. Earlier, she had been a followed at the Immaculate Concep- aught in the supervisor at Fluid Chemical Co. and tion Church in Newark. Interment was Caring & Courteous Service to the C Tiffany & Co., both in Newark. at Glendale Cemetery in Bloomfield. She was a member of the Immacu- November 21, 2002 Cranford / Westfield Area Since 1913 Medicaid confusion? Extra Community Westfield Forethought® funeral planning 556 Westfield Avenue 233-0255 can help. Westfield Newcomers John L. Dooley Manager Find out how Post Upcoming Events WESTFIELD – The Westfield New- at (908) 654-5373 or Genevieve Davy by calling... comers Club has announced that its at (908) 789-4842. Book Group will meet on Monday, December 2, at a member’s home to Service League Plans discuss “Snapshots” by William Norris. Annual Holiday Sale Cranford FUNERAL Additionally, the Children’s WESTFIELD – The Westfield Ser- DIRECTORS Committee has organized a Holi- vice League, which operates a Thrift 218 North Avenue day Craft Party for Friday, Decem- and Consignment Shop, will hold 276-0255 – Since 1897 – ber 6, at the Westfield Municipal its annual Holiday and Toy Sale on Charles V. Dooley Building, located at 425 East Broad Saturday, December 7, from 9 a.m. Manager Street. to 4 p.m. The holiday/toy sale will • FRED H. GRAY, JR. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER Finally, the Social Committee has be held on 114 Elmer Street in • DALE SCHOUSTRA • DAVID J. CRABIEL planned a Social Holiday Party for Westfield, Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle Friday, December 20, at The All proceeds benefit local chari- Westwood in Garwood. ties. For more information on this WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 For more information about any of event, please call the Thrift Shop at CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 these events, please call Alicia Weaver (908) 233-2530. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 21, 2002 Page 9

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12345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345678901234567890121234567890123456 12345678901234567890123456789012123456789012345678901234567890121234567890123456 Named to State Commission THE STUDENT VIEW WESTFIELD – Dr. Janie Edmonds, Assistant Superinten- The wwThe eekly column written by local high school students dent of Curriculum and Instruc- tion in the Westfield Public Schools, was appointed as the New Peak Into College Years, Compels Jersey Association of School Ad- ministrators Representative to the Student to Stay Devoted to HS Aims New Jersey Commission on Pro- grams for Gifted Students. By JORDAN ZAKARIN this happen to me? I’m still just a kid! Her appointment was confirmed Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times I still worry about my fantasy football in a congratulatory letter from State Sitting in my dad’s 2000 Volvo, team, think constantly about getting Senator Richard Bagger, Assem- laptop on my thighs, I watch the my driver’s license and I am looking blyman Thomas Kean, Jr., and As- Susquehanna River go by, the neon for a street hockey league to join. semblyman Eric Munoz. foliage setting the boundary of my All of a sudden, I am thrust into In the letter, the legislators com- sight. physics labs that separate the periods mended Dr. Edmonds for her “ex- We’re on our way back from an of Spanish, English and American pertise and enthusiasm.” They intense Teacher’s Convention Week- History honors classes. I have teach- wrote, “Our gifted students of to- end college hunt, fresh off the cam- ers who drive me to spend most of day will surely be our leaders of Dr. Janie Edmonds puses of Delaware, Maryland and my nights trying to complete a mind- tomorrow in all areas of life, so we George Washington Universities. boggling amount of work so I can look to you to make a positive learn to our district.” As a junior in high school, the time raise my GPA two-tenths of a point. contribution to their development.” Superintendent of Schools Dr. has come for me to start looking The work is arduous and, some- In accepting the honor, Dr. William Foley noted, “Janie has toward my future, a thought that times, seemingly without a point, but BECOMING “TECHIES”...Five faculty members of The Wardlaw-Hartridge Edmonds said, “So many people been the driving force behind our tears at me because I haven’t yet the bigger picture is what I’m trying School in Edison earned free computers by dedicating their time to learn, as part know that Westfield is working new Gifted and Talented Program. fully begun to understand my present. to grasp. With every assignment, with of the Tech 2000 program of Middlesex County. Middlesex County Freeholder, It is 4:15 in the afternoon, and, as every test, I am preparing for my John Pulomena, receives thanks from the staff. hard to do the right thing for gifted She has brought in experts from students, and they want to learn around the country and is familiar my father eases his way along the future, although it may not matter to more about what Westfield is with serving the needs of the pro- almost barren highway, I take time to me what the square root of pi is, the Presentation on New Gifted implementing. I will be pleased to foundly gifted student. I am pleased reflect on the eye-opening experi- work ethic that I build trying to solve share our experiences and look that she is receiving state recogni- ence that was my weekend. that problem is what matters. forward to bringing back what I tion effort and expertise.” I go over and over the grade point I know that now is an important Program Slated on Monday averages (GPA) and SAT scores re- time in my life, and if I happen to quired to attend the difference schools. forget, my parents are only too happy WESTFIELD — The Advanced Instruction Dr. Janie Edmonds. My head spins at the thought of all the to remind me. College is the next Learning Program Parents Associa- The talk will be at Edison Interme- DECA’s Thanksgiving Dinner work I’ll have to do in over the next frontier for teenagers, a place where tion (ALPPA) will host a presentation diate School, which is located at 800 year and a half to boost my grades. It I’ll begin to live independently and on Westfield’s new gifted program for Rahway Avenue, in the room next to is going to be a rough road ahead, a discover who I am, both as a person the third and sixth grades on Mon- the school library where the prior Will Aid Homeless and Needy road full of applications, long nights and as a working individual. day, November 25, at 7 p.m. ALPPA meetings have been held. The SCOTCH PLAINS—The Scotch a sit-down dinner, and will also be of studying and SAT classes. This foray into the college world Scheduled guest speakers from the Westfield community is invited. Plains-Fanwood High School DECA given take-home dinners, so they, Though everything seems so far was a real wake up call for me and school district include Supervisor of While registration is not necessary, Chapter, an association of marketing like all families might enjoy their ahead of me, I am starting to realize I’ve got a sneaking suspicion that it’s Gifted Education Programs Lindsay please e-mail students, will sponsor its 12th An- turkey leftovers after the holiday. how quickly that time will fly. How did just the first of many to come. Keilley, Cheryl O’Brien, Edison In- [email protected] to in- nual Thanksgiving Day Dinner for DECA student Emily Caballero termediate School Principal, dicate attendance, as this will give homeless and needy families on said, “Last year, the dinner was a Tamaques Elementary School Prin- information regarding providing re- Thanksgiving Day at the Black huge success. This year, we are hop- cipal Michael Cullen, and Assistant freshments and planning of future United Fund Community Center ing to serve even more families in Superintendent for Curriculum and meetings. Complex, which is located on the need during this holiday. The fami- corner of West Seventh Street and lies appreciated the dinner and the Central Avenue in Plainfield. DECA students, and we look for- Union Catholic Reports The dinner will include home- ward to doing it again this year.” cooked turkey with all of the trim- Any agency or organization with mings, served from noon to 3 p.m. clients interested in attending should Honor Society Inductees More than 80 students, with the call DECA at (908) 889-8600. Resi- SCOTCH PLAINS – On October Highlights of the induction cer- aid of their parents, will cook and dents who would like to contribute a 17, Union Catholic High School in emony included the invocation by serve the dinners. Those attending dinner or donate a turkey may call Scotch Plains inducted 71 students Union Catholic Principal, Sister will be served by DECA students at DECA. into the Aquinas Chapter of the Na- Percylee Hart, and presentation of tional Honor Society. certificates by Guest Speaker, Chris- Admission to the society requires tine McCoid. The Club Advisor is that a student have a 6.5 grade point Patricia Mascolino, who also orga- average, demonstrate service to the nized the evening’s event. school and/or community by show- ing strong leadership and good char- Emma Hiatt Accepts acter in three areas such as clubs, activities or sports. Society Membership Senior students inducted were SCOTCH PLAINS – Emma LEARNING FROM THE PAST…On November 4, Moses Dodeles, a Holocaust Westfield residents John Bialick, Katherine Hiatt of Scotch Plains survivor and the grandfather of student Alex Weintraub, talked to Ms. Katz’s fifth grade class at Tamaques Elementary School in Westfield. He discussed his Elizabeth D’Antuono, and Deborah accepted membership into The escape from Nazi Germany when he was six years of age. Pictured, left to right, Oravez, Scotch Plains students Sean National Society of Collegiate are: first row and middle row, students from the class, and back row, Alex and Bennett, David Ritter and Thomas Scholars and will be honored Mr. Dodeles. Ritter, and Michael Puzyk of during a campus ceremony this Mountainside. fall at the University of Wiscon- Junior students inducted included sin-Madison. ‘Tree of Lights’ Program Scotch Plains student Ashley The Society was established on the Whittemore, Fanwood residents principle that with scholarship comes Rachel Diken and Kimberly Schurtz, a responsibility to develop leadership Set at Union Catholic HS and Kyle McPherson of Mountainside. and a duty to perform service. FAMILY FUN…Holy Trinity Interparochial School’s Mountainside campus cel- SCOTCH PLAINS — Union Catho- To participate in the Tree of Lights ebrated an evening of family fun, which was sponsored by the Home and School lic will illuminate its Fourth Annual program and to receive more infor- Association. Students from the kindergarten and pre-school classes and their Tree of Lights beginning at 7 p.m. on mation, please contact the school at families enjoyed crafts, music and casual dinner fare. Pictured, above, is Leslie Lewis, Wednesday, December 11, in the front (908) 889-9475. Director, surrounded by students who participated in the evening’s activities. foyer. The public is invited to attend. Another way to honor and remem- Following the ceremony, there will ber your loved ones, both living or Volunteer Coordinator Post be the school Christmas Concert in deceased, is to purchase an engraved the Auditorium. Light refreshments brick on the walkway surrounding will follow the concert. the statue of Our Lady of Grace. Held By Sarah Bhagat of WF The Tree of Lights can be the start to a This statue was dedicated to com- WESTFIELD – Westfield “The Center was proud to wonderful tradition. Through all the memorate Union Catholic’s 40th Anni- High School senior Sarah have Sarah Bhagat as a com- changing seasons of life, in times of sor- versary. All Memorial Bricks will also be Bhagat, the daughter of mittee member for this won- row and of joy, the tree is a living memo- recognized on the Tree of Lights. Patricia Steckler of Westfield, derful event. Her enthusi- rial to all our students and families. For more information on Our Lady was the Volunteer Coordina- asm and energy brought The event builds community of Grace Memorial Bricks, please tor for the second annual Sum- volunteers young and old contact the school office at (908) mit Hi-5: Taking Steps for to held the Women’s Re- awareness and serves as a way for Women & Girls 5-Mile Road source Center with this ma- people to honor and remember, any 889-1600. Race on October 20. jor fundraising event,” friend or relative who has passed away, SAYING ‘NO’…Mountainside’s Deerfield Elementary School second graders The event raised critical concluded Ms. O’Rourke. in a highly visible way. Each light on and eight Governor Livingston High School TREND Organization members funds for the Women’s Re- Sarah Bhagat For more information the Tree of Lights is representative of continue the annual joint program for Red Ribbon Week on October 24. Far Brook Turning recreational activities in new directions, members read the Dr. Seuss source Center in Summit. about the Center, please call (908) the life of a loved one. book, “Hunches in Bunches,” as part of their discussion with a class about saying According to the Center, Sarah orga- 273-7253 or visit The tree is a season-long reminder no to drugs and making the right choices. nized the over 100 volunteers needed www.womensource.org. of those who have touched our lives. for the race in an efficient, planned manner. National Fire Safety Week “We’re absolutely delighted with KEN@• PLACE• SCHOOL the outcome of the event and the number of volunteers Sarah recruited,” Marked at Wilson School stated Julie O’Rourke, Vice-Chairperson. WESTFIELD – During National Fire in their home. They also developed a Safety Week, the Westfield Fire De- meeting place outside of their home in Batorsky Receives partment visited Wilson Elementary case they were separated from one School in Westfield and taught the another while evacuating their house Dean’s Scholarship a small school students the basics of fire safety. during a fire. WESTFIELD – Syracuse Uni- The children watched a video and In school, kindergarteners were versity in Syracuse, N.Y. has re- of uncommon quality listened to three firemen as they dem- given red flames made from felt to ported that Alexandra Batorsky of where education is onstrated how to use some of their fire simulate fire on their clothing. Each Berkeley Heights received a considered an Art. equipment. child had the opportunity to practice Dean’s Scholarship, which ac- The kindergarten students in Kim the phrase, “Stop, drop and roll,” while knowledges the student’s out- Far Brook is a small, Conklin’s class also spent class time using their felt pieces. standing academic achievement. coeducational day learning about fire safety. The kindergarteners are thankful to Alexandra is enrolled in Syracuse school in Short Hills for Each student designed a fire escape the Westfield Fire Department for the University’s College of Visual and children from Nursery plan with their family in case of a fire fire hats they received and for teach- Performing Arts. through the Eighth ing them what to do in case of a fire. ALL SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE • GRADES K-12 grade. Since 1948, Far Dalrymple Receives Brook has offered its You’re invited to experience a school students an innovative Youth Ministry Award In Need of an English Tutor? and challenging WESTFIELD – Jeff Dalrymple, where girls are focused, self-reliant, academic curriculum in the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth which great music, Dalrymple of Westfield, has been Call Charlotte Faltermayer, literature and art are a named to the Youth Ministry Recog- • Former TIME magazine reporter and leading the way. natural part of each nition Award for Our Lady of Lourdes child’s daily life. Church in Mountainside. • On-leave WHS journalism teacher The Mass, which was held to • 2002 PTO “Teacher of the Year” honor Jeff’s accomplishment, was Sunday, December 8, 1-3 p.m. OPEN HOUSE celebrated by Archbishop John Jo- seph Myers of the Archdiocese of For: SAT and SAT II prep, college-essay Open House Program Tuesday, December 3 Seating is limited. Newark on October 27 at the Ca- guidance and general writing assistance. 1:00 - 1:15 | Refreshments & Registration thedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart RSVP: (973) 379-3442 in Newark. 1:15 - 2:00 | Information Session Jeff received the Youth Ministry (908) 654-4795 2:00 - 3:00 | Tours Far Brook School 52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills Recognition Award for outstanding Kent Place School • 42 Norwood Ave. • Summit, NJ 07902–0308 service to his community, family and www.farbrook.org Afternoon and evening hours available. 908.273.0900 • www.kentplace.org parish. He is a senior at Westfield All decisions on admissions are made Kent Place is an independent, non-sectarian, college=preparatory day school for girls K-12 and without regard to race, religion, sex or High School. Space is limited. national origin. co-educational nursery/pre-kindergarten CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 21, 2002 Page 11 See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-15 HOLLANDER NAILS TYING GOAL, BURIES WINNER Westfield Girls Win NJ Section 2, Group 4 Soccer Title Lady Soccer Blue Devils Win ‘Shootout’ With Mounties

By DAVID B. CORBIN Devil goal in regulation, also nailed Giannetti on a little roller that slith- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the game winner in the shootout. ered past a pair of defenders, possi- Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The Senior goalkeeper Megan Connors, bly obscuring Connors’ vision. name of the game is to put the ball in who had nine saves, reacted quickly “She went around about three or the goal. The top-seeded Westfield and correctly with two diving saves four of our players. I barely saw the High School girls soccer team did it to her right during the shootout. shot. I was close but I thought I could one more time than 13-8 Montclair The Blue Devil front line appeared have saved that,” said Connors. but not until its final shot of a shootout hesitant and off on their leads and The Blue Devils took the game to in the semifinals of the North Jersey, passes for most of the first half which Mountie territory early in the second Section 2, Group 4 tournament at resulted in the Mounties taking a 6- half and were rewarded three-and-a- Kehler Stadium in Westfield on No- 2 edge in shots-on-goal. Westfield’s half minutes in when Aly Ludmer vember 14. After a 1-1 deadlock in defense, including Connors, rose to ricocheted her shot off sliding regulation and a scoreless overtime, the challenge and got a strong game Mountie goalie Heather Zaccone and the Blue Devils out-shot the from sweeper Ashley Kent. Although Hollander moved in from the right Mounties, 4-3, on the final firing most of the Mounties’ shots posed and ripped a left-footed shot into the line. little threat due to defensive dogged- net from six-yards out. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Freshman forward Andrea Hol- ness, the one that did came in the “Susan Williams passed it to Aly. NORTH JERSEY, SECTION 2, GROUP 4 CHAMPS...Emily MacNeil, No. 20, hugs Stephanie Bridgeman after the Blue lander, who scored the only Blue 34th minute off the foot of Kaitlin I normally play outside right but I ran Devils defeated Randolph in a shootout to claim the NJ, Section 2, Group 4 title. Susan Williams, left, Gio Palatucci, No. in knowing that Susan was out there. 8, and Ashley Kent, No. 9, join in. See story on page 13. So, I was in the right place at the right time,” Hollander pointed out. Unfortunately, the Blue Devils did COCOZZIELLO SACKED 6 TIMES, DEVILS TOTAL 4 YDS not seem to gain the killer instinct and the Mounties put Connors to the test until shootout time. Fortunately, Connors performed well and man- Roxbury Gaels Grid Men Halt aged to practice for the shootout by making three more agility-demand- ing saves. The showdown came and Mounties Blue Devils, 28-0, in Sectionals Zaccone, Giannetti, Caitlin Green, Shannon Pilsbury and Molly By DAVID B. CORBIN offensive line to open the holes for Both defenses held tight in the first Zimmerman were pitted against Blue Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times two powerful, running backs, George quarter but the Blue Devils got its Devils Williams, Staci Spass, Kent, Drenching rains, gale-force winds Tompkins – one TD and 89 yards best field position of the game when Gio Palatucci and Hollander. and a team named the Gaels put an rushing – and Steve Giordano – one a poor Gaels’ punt rolled out of Zaccone shot first and lodged the end to the Westfield High School TD. Blue Devil quarterback Jan bounds at the Roxbury 29. Butts ball into the upper right of the net- football team’s hopes of advancing Cocozziello was given no time to roll bashed forward three yards but ting. Williams popped her shot into in the North Jersey, Section 2, Group out and set up his passing game and Cocozziello was sacked for a three- the lower left. 4 tournament in Roxbury on Novem- was sacked six times. yard loss. Senior halfback Mike “I usually go to the lower right ber 16. The 7-2 Roxbury Gaels, who With negative yardage in the first DeFazio was also thrown for a three- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times corner but when I went to shoot, I handed ninth-ranked Morristown its half, the only Blue Devil who did yard loss and Andrew Lessner punted KEY WINNING INGREDIENT...Keeper Megan Connors makes another great saw her shift toward the right so I put only loss several weeks ago in simi- show some success in the second half to the Roxbury 12. save against the Mounties. Connors made two saves in the shootout to give the it in the lower left corner,” explained lar climatic conditions, came up with was junior running back Bart Walsh The Gaels found success running Blue Devils the semifinal victory. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 a fumble recovery in the end zone, who did push forward 25 yards on to their left and rushed six-straight two rushing touchdowns (TD) and four plays. Brian Butts had a five- times until they reached the Westfield DOLANSKY BREAKS VIKING H. S. RECORD IN KILLS one TD reception to stop, 6-3, yard reception and a two-yard rush- 34. They changed their tactics, ran to Westfield, 28-0. ing gain but Cocozziello was sacked the right, had no success and had to The Roxbury boys used a dogged, twice for minus-18 yards. Sopho- punt after linebacker Butts recorded stay-at-home defense to limit the Blue more Marc Dowling had a two-yard a seven-yard sack. No. 3 Viking V’Ballers Pluck Devils to four total yards – minus two rush but the Blue Devils were penal- The punt gave Westfield posses- yards in the first half – and a strong ized for 10 yards. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Thunderbirds, 15-7, 15-2

By DAVID B. CORBIN at Scotch Plains on November 15, break that record,” said Viking Head Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times broke her school’s all-time record of Coach Nancy Saggio. “She more than If “America’s Most Wanted” list 546 on her first kill. deserved it, she’s such a hard worker.” focused on volleyball kills, Union Dolansky who broke Deena Zack’s “It’s awesome! It was a big goal Catholic senior Linda Dolansky and record – 1997 to 2000 – boosted her for me,” said Dolansky. “It’s a great junior Jen Monroy would rank, No 1 total to 550 and her season total to thing to accomplish. She (Deena) and No. 2, respectively on the area 256 while Monroy who recorded 10 was such a big hitter when I was just high school list. Dolansky who kills elevated her all-time total to a rookie sophomore. At least, we notched five kills in No. 3 Union 542. Dolansky also had nine service have one more game and, hopefully, Catholic’s, 15-7, 15-2, victory over points with five aces and four digs. I can get a couple more.” Mahwah in the Group 2 quarterfinals “It was great that Linda was able to As to her “Most Wanted” kill ac- complishments, Monroy said, “It feels good. Who wouldn’t want to be up there? When we were practicing and warming up, I felt up today.” Monroy also finished with one

block and five digs. Teammate Megan David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Conheeney contributed three service TRYING TO GET SOME OFFENSE GOING...Blue Devil quarterback Jan Cocozziello, No. 12, hands off to Brian Butts, points. No. 14, in hopes of getting a big gain. The Roxbury Gaels proved to be quite effective and defeated the Blue Devils, 28-0. After the Thunderbirds took a 1-0 lead, Viking Maria DePaolo had four- straight service points with the help ADAMS RUSHES FOR TD; BAKER RUSHES 124 YARDS of Monroy who seemed to set the pace by battering three-straight kills. “She seemed to be very relaxed today,” said Saggio. “She was more Falcon Football Men Stagger into her own rhythm and did a great job with 10 kills.” “Jen’s always very helpful,” pointed out Dolansky. “She had an awesome game. I’m glad she came Raiders, 14-6, in Sectionals out swinging. I know I can always count on her.” By FRED LECOMTE pretty good yardage, did some good les each. Fabiano and Bachi had one Mahwah closed the score to 4-3 Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times things, but we didn’t score. I can’t be sack each. Junior Ted Sensor also and Monroy’s service point upped Completed passes to open receiv- upset with the defense, we held the sparked the defense with a fumble David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the score to 5-3. Dolansky, who ers and big gainers without numer- run and shoot to 14 points, so I think recovery. SETTING UP THE PLAY...Viking Maria DePaolo, No. 10, sets up Megan notched four kills in game 1, then ous penalties were what fourth- we did alright.” The Raiders accounted for 164 yards Conheeney, No. 19, as Kristine Mintel, No. 2, observes. The Vikings defeated the recorded her first kill of the evening seeded Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Sophomore Marc Fabiano and se- of offense. Junior quarterback, Mike Thunderbirds of Mahwah, 15-7, 15-2. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 School needed to capture the game. nior Rowland Adeyemo led the “Wild Walker carried five times for 11 yards Instead, hopes of advancement ended Dogs” with four tackles, each. and completed one pass for nine yards. abruptly as the run-and-shoot, fifth- Adeyemo also had a fumble recov- Adams carried the ball nine times for NIKKI, JACKIE, VENEZIA COMBINE FOR 14 KILLS seeded, 8-2 Jefferson Falcons ery. Charlie Bachi, Josh Wexler and 20 yards. Raider fullback Kyle Baker outlasted the 5-4 Raiders, 14-6 in the Travis Boff accounted for three tack- CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 first round of the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2, Group 3 playoffs, Blue Devil V’ballers Paralyze in a mudder in Scotch Plains on November 16. Donate Your Car Fullback Kyle Adams accounted for the lone Raider touchdown (TD) American Red Cross Randolph Rams, 15-7, 15-8 on a two-yard bash at 6:36 in the first Westfield / Mountainside Chapter quarter. “We had our opportunities. We let Help Can’t Wait By FRED LECOMTE and five kills. Junior outside hitter cessive points on proficient serving. them back in and they did a great Call: 1-888-999-HELP (4357) Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Jackie LeBlanc powered with six The winning point came off a Venezia job,” said Head Coach Steve One Call Does It All The sixth-ranked Westfield High kills. Senior captain and middle hit- kill for a 15-7 victory. Ciccotelli. “As the field got sloppier, School Blue Devils (21-2) made it ter Lisa Venezia scored on three kills “We came into this game together; we had trouble holding on to the ball Tax Deductible • Free Towing look easy by dominating the and had one block Senior Tri-Cap- it wasn’t going to be one person, it and they seemed to handle it. 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Due to 7th Annual “SuperSkills” power, ferocious attacks combined “We had five days of practice in a did a great job, which kind of got me the conditions on the field, we just with tremendous defensive blocking row,” explained Woodbury. “So, not angry, so I started hitting the ball couldn’t take a chance on throwing INT’L plays catapulted the Blue Devils to only were we prepared, but we were harder than usual. Everyone did well. the ball. As a coach, it’s one of those ROVERS an easy, 15-7 and 15-8 victory. very excited to play. We came out CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 nightmare games. 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to break the all-time record. She took vice points, including two-straight over the serve and followed with aces. Emily Moharter added a ser- three service points, including an vice point and Julianne Tooker closed ace. After increasing their lead to 14- out the game with three service 7, Viking Katie Seamon served up points. the winner. “Today they played a lot better Game 2 was swift and merciful than they have played in recent times. and the Vikings rotated several of They passed better and hit better, their substitutes. Dolansky served up especially Jennifer. They were very the first two points and Louise excited and up. I was very pleased Gonzalez added three more to give overall with today’s effort,” expressed the Vikings a 5-0 lead. Kristine Mintel Saggio. had a service point and Kristin Rizzo “I think we are ready for states. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times followed with two. With the score 8- This was a good start. We want this DIGGING IT OUT...Viking Megan Conheeney, No. 19, prepares to dig up a low 2, Dolansky added three more ser- championship,” said Dolansky. serve from a Thunderbird server. Linda Dolansky, No. 12, broke the all-time Viking record for kills. Blue Devil V’Ballers Paralyze Montclair Soccer Boys Hold

Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times HAVING SUCCESS ON THE GROUND...Raider Kyle Baker, No. 33, chewed Randolph Rams, 15-7, 15-8 Off Blue Devils, 2-1, in Semis up 124 yards on 18 carries against the Falcons. The Jefferson Falcons scored two CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 The Westfield High School boys Caprario – while getting a brilliant touchdowns in the second half to stop the Raiders, 14-6. soccer team’s hopes of repeating as save from goalie Kevin Kutro to tame We covered really well, so I was what we have to do. We want to North Jersey, Section 2, Group 4 the Columbia Cougars and claim the happy with our total defensive effort take it all the way, so let’s see what champions came up short with a 2-1, title on November 8. and everyone’s passing.” happens.” semifinal loss to No. 6, 18-2-1 The Mounties netted their first goal Falcon Football Men Stagger In game 2, Westfield played mas- When asked where the Blue Dev- Montclair at St. Benedict’s Prep in 16 minutes into the game when terfully, combining set-ups, crisp ils may show a weakness, Hall ex- Newark on November 13. Mountie Mirza’s shot was deflected by Blue passing and kills to build a 7-0 cush- plained, “The only thing we need to Kazim Mirza slanted a shot from 35 Devil goalie Brian Pirot and Bran- Raiders, 14-6, in Sectionals ion. The lead was extended to 13-1 improve on is more consistent serv- yards out into the far post to provide don Smith tapped it in. Midway in CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 then the Rams countered with seven ing. Otherwise, we play a good all the eventual winning goal. the first half, Mizra ripped his 35- points, five unanswered, to close around game, our volleyball game! Last year, the Blue Devils defeated yarder to up the score to 2-0. turned in a powerful performance as yards. The kick was good as Jefferson within six. Venezia served the game Our upcoming game may not be a the Mounties by an identical score, With less than a minute remaining he punished the Falcons with 124 claimed a 7-6 lead. winner. very tough game for us, but we will also in the semifinals. Then, in the in the half, Schultz, on an assist from yards rushing on 18 carries and Running back Rich Wroblewski “I think when we play good have to come out and play our game, finals at South Orange, the Blue Ben Masel, rippled the net with a grabbed nine yards in the air. led the Falcons with 20 carries for teams, we play up to their level,” an ‘A’ game.” Devils converted all five of their short-range shot. From that point, “Offensively, I got the ball a lot 119 yards including a 13-yard touch- said Venezia. “We’ve been playing The Blue Devils will face 25-5 shots in a shootout – Anthony the 10-4-5 Blue Devils took control more than in past games,” said Baker. down run in the fourth quarter to ice up to the level where we want to be, Memorial of West New York in the Tomasso, Billy Schultz, Lee of the game but could not get the ball “The line did a great job today. They the victory. playing well together and doing quarterfinals in Westfield. Tomasso, Dave Santoriello and Dan over the goal line. created the holes and I just followed. “We’re not exactly a young team, Pirot finished with four saves and We kept driving the ball, but once we but we have young players out there Mountie keeper Lucas Abbott made got down into the red zone, we fell who are making mistakes. But they seven saves. apart. Penalties killed us and that’s are a great group of kids. They played hard all year for us, so we have Westfield 1 0 1 basically how we lost the game.” Montclair 2 0 2 Tremendous defensive efforts by nothing to be ashamed of. All the both teams turned out to be the story kids we graduated last year, we didn’t of the day. Jefferson scored in the think we would be here as the fourth Lady Vikings Slam third quarter with their aerial attack seed, which is a credit to these guys. when quarterback Todd Guarino We’ve been top the playoffs for the St. Dominic, 7-0 hooked up with Mike Irizany for 15 past four years, so I told them ‘Enjoy Just six days after bouncing top- the experience’, it’s part of it. Forget ranked Pingry, 2-1, in the PUBLIC NOTICE the win and losing part, just enjoy the quarterfinals, the 17-3-1 Union TOWN OF WESTFIELD experience of working and getting Catholic High School girls soccer PLANNING BOARD here. It didn’t work out today, but it team dominated 15-2 St. Dominic, The Westfield Planning Board will meet was not because of a lack of effort, 7-0, in the semifinals of the North on December 2, 2002 in Council Chambers in the Westfield Municipal Building, that’s for sure,” concluded Ciccotelli. Jersey Parochial A Jersey City on Westfield, New Jersey at 8:00 p.m. to hear Jefferson 0 0 7 7 14 November 13. Viking Rebecca and consider the following application: Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 6 0 0 0 6 Babicz demolished St. Dominic with 02-26(V) MESSERCOLA BROTHERS five goals. BUILDING COMPANY, INC., PUBLIC NOTICE 550 HILLCREST AVENUE, Sophomore Amanda Pitts, who had BLOCK 3303, LOT 32 APPLI- UNION COUNTY BOARD two assists, scored the first goal mid- CANT SEEKING TO CREATE OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS way through the first half for the THREE SINGLE FAMILY NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Vikings on an assist from Ally BUILDING LOTS FROM AN Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 EXISTING SINGLE LOT. Public Notice is hereby given that the Whyttle. Babicz added two more Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- goals before the half. Junior Nicole Applicant seeks variances from ers has awarded a contract without com- the following: Hauck netted a goal. Lara Kaminski petitive bidding as a professional service or Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times had two assists and Leslie Montferret List of New C.40:55D-70c Vari- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ances Requested: ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- WESTFIELD VOLLEYBALL SENIORS...The top-seeded Blue Devils defeated Randolph to advance to the Group 4 added one. tract and the resolution authorizing it is quarterfinals. Pictured, left to right, are: Jill Woodbury, Maggie Curran, Nikki LeBlanc, Lisa Venezia, Christa Jensen Section 11.07.E.2 of the Land Union Catholic 3 4 7 available for public inspection in the Office and Cari Rock. Use Ordinance. Ordinance re- St. Dominic 0 0 0 of the Clerk of the Board. quires a minimum lot area within PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 143 feet of the front street line of RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2002 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 10,000 square feet. Proposed is AWARDED TO: Bruno Group Inc., 1373 TOWN OF WESTFIELD TOWN OF WESTFIELD SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION 7,150 square feet. Broad Street, Suite #304, Clifton, New Jer- PLANNING BOARD sey. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NOTICE OF MEETINGS Variances, waivers or exceptions Notice is hereby given that the Westfield SERVICES: To provide all necessary from certain site plan details or The Town of Westfield is requesting pro- Planning Board at its meeting on Wednes- (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) professional consultation and other work relief from requirements may be posals for an Insurance Risk Management day, November 13, 2002 memorialized the involved in the study of county, state, federal *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS* sought as appropriate. Consultant. following Board action of October 7, 2002: and foundation grant aid funds and the Plans and application are on file in the The proposal is due by 12:00 (noon), 02-24 RUTHAL HOLDING WEST, LLC, TYPE OF MEETING: Open Agenda Meeting related research, planning, preparation and Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North Friday, December 6, 2002 at the Office of 177 EAST BROAD STREET, DATE OF MEETING: December 5, 2002 submission and to proceed with all applica- Avenue, West, Westfield, New Jersey and the Town Clerk, Town Hall, 425 East Broad BLOCK 2505, LOT 15, SEEKING LOCATION: Administration Building tions and programs for such fund finding may be seen Monday through Friday 8:30 Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090. Eight PRELIMINARY AND FINAL MA- Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street and relating aid programs. a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (8) copies of the proposals must be submit- JOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 PERIOD: December 1, 2002 to May 31, Kenneth B. Marsh ted. CONSTRUCT A PARK AREA AT TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 2003. Secretary Proposals will be rejected if not submitted THE REAR OF THE PREMISES PURPOSE OF MEETING: The Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. for a Board Work- COST: $35,000 1 T - 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $33.15 within time, date and place designated. THAT WILL INCLUDE BRICK PAV- shop conducted by a representative from the New Annette Quijano Specifications can be obtained through ERS, LANDSCAPE WALL, GAR- Jersey School Boards Association. The regularly Clerk of the Board of Freeholders the Town Clerk’s Office between the hours BAGE ENCLOSURES AND scheduled Board Meeting will begin in Executive PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $27.54 of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Questions re- PLANTINGS. THIS APPLICATION Session at 7:30 p.m. and Public Session at 8:00 p.m. garding the RFP should be made in writing COMPLIES WITH ZONING RE- ACTION TO BE TAKEN: No action will be taken. 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All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Hughes Justice Complex - CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accordance with the bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on DATED SEPTEMBER 24, 2002 FOR SALE Rules of Civil Practice and Procedure. in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. You are further advised that if you are unable to obtain an attorney you may communicate of the sales. The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- with the Lawyer Referral Service of the County of Venue and that if you cannot afford an The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED DRED SIXTY SIX THOUSAND EIGHT- the afternoon of said day. All successful ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale attorney, you may communicate with the Legal Services Office of the County of Venue. The TWENTY THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED HUNDRED SEVENTY THREE & 09/100 bidders must have 20% of their bid available by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- telephone number of such agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral Service 908-353-4715 FORTY SIX & 60/100 ($120,546.60). ($266,873.09). in cash or certified check at the conclusion ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- - Legal Services Office 908-354-4340. The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the of the sales. thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on THE ACTION has been instituted for the purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF certificate(s): UNION, and the State of New Jersey. UNION, and State of New Jersey. SIXTY FIVE THOUSAND ONE-HUN- DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in 1. A certain tax certificate 97-55, recorded on 11/10/1997, made by LUCY J. KOVAR, Tax LOT (ACCT#) 353.A, BLOCK Tax LOT 386, BLOCK 5 DRED NINTY SEVEN & 33/100 the afternoon of said day. All successful Collector of Taxes of CITY OF LINDEN, and State of New Jersey to TRANSAMERICA BUS. (WARD) 13 COMMONLY KNOWN AS 16 ERIE ($165,197.33). bidders must have 20% of their bid available CR. CORP. and subsequently assigned to plaintiff, IRONWOOD ACCEPTANCE COR- COMMONLY KNOWN AS 245 EDGAR STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY The property to be sold is located in the in cash or certified check at the conclusion PORATION. This covers real estate located in CITY OF LINDEN, County of UNION, and PLACE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07206 CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY of the sales. State of New Jersey, known as LOT 17, BLOCK 120 as shown on the Tax Assessment Map 07202 Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) 07206, County of UNION and State of New The judgment amount is SIXTY EIGHT and Tax Map duplicate of CITY OF LINDEN, and concerns premises commonly known as Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) 100 feet wide by 25 feet long. Jersey. THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED SIXTY 1012 MCCANDLESS STREET, CITY OF LINDEN, New Jersey. 26.5 feet wide by 136.52 feet long. Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the Commonly known as: 621 SOUTH PARK FOUR & 80/100 ($68,564.80). YOU, CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., are made party defendant to the above foreclosure Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the SOUTHERLY side of ERIE STREET, 150 STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY The property to be sold is located in the action because on February 2, 1989, Dolores Lawson executed a mortgage to Citicorp NORTHERLY side of EDGAR PLACE, feet from the EASTERLY side of MERRITT 07206. CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Mortgage, Inc. in the amount of $55,000.00, which mortgage was recorded on February 23, 564.05 feet from the WESTERLY side of AVENUE Tax Lot No. 1266 in Block No. 7 07206, County of UNION and State of New 1989 in the UNION County Clerk’s/Register’s Office in Mortgage Book 3953 at page 0056. CHILTON STREET THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO UNPAID Dimension of Lot: approximately 25 feet Jersey. Said mortgage is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. THE SALE IS SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, TAX, wide by 100 feet long Commonly known as: 43 ERIE STREET, YOU, BROAD NATIONAL BANK N/K/A INDEPENDENCE COMM. BANK, are made TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, TAX, WATER AND SEWER LIENS AND OTHER Nearest Cross Street: SIXTH STREET ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07206. party defendant to the above foreclosure action because on November 16, 1995, Albright WATER AND SEWER LIENS AND OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS. THE Situate at a point on the northeasterly Tax Lot No. 426-F in Block No. 5 Construction Co., Inc., executed a mortgage to Broad National Bank n/k/a Independence MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS. THE AMOUNT DUE CAN BE OBTAINED sideline of South Park Street distance ap- Dimension of Lot: approximately 17.50 Comm. Bank in the amount of $77,050.00, which mortgage was recorded on November 29, AMOUNT DUE CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL TAXING AUTHOR- proximately 250 feet northwesterly from its feet wide by 100 feet long 1995 in the UNION County Clerk’s/Register’s Office in Mortgage Book 5776 at page 0186. FROM THE LOCAL TAXING AUTHOR- ITY. PURSUANT TO NJSA 46:8b-21 THE intersection with the northwesterly sideline Nearest Cross Street: MERRITT AV- Said mortgage is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. ITY. PURSUANT TO NJSA 46:8B-21 THE SALE MAY ALSO BE SUBJECT TO THE of Sixth Street. ENUE YOU, BOARDWALK REGENCY CORPORATION, are made party defendant to the SALE MAY ALSO BE SUBJECT TO THE LIMITED LIEN PRIORITY OF ANY CON- PRIOR LIENS/ENCUMBRANCES Situate at a point on the northwesterly above foreclosure action because on January 24, 1994, a judgment was entered in the LIMITED LIEN PRIORITY OF ANY CON- DOMINIUM/HOMEOWNER ASSOCIA- 3rd Party Water & Sewer Lien - Date of sideline of Erie Street distance approxi- Superior Court of New Jersey, Atlantic County by Boardwalk Regency Corporation against DOMINIUM/HOMEOWNER ASSOCIA- TION LIENS WHICH MAY EXIST. Sale 6/10/02 - Certificate #7159S&W mately 125 feet southwesterly from its inter- William Lawson a/k/a Bill Lawson disclosing a debt in the amount of $23,527.24 plus costs. TION LIENS WHICH MAY EXIST. There is due approximately the sum of $1,018.29 section with the southwesterly sideline of Said judgment was entered as Judgment No. J-008887-1994. Said judgment is subordinate There is due approximately the sum of TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTY THREE THOU- There is due approximately the sum of Merritt Avenue. to the Plaintiff’s lien. ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY NINE THOU- SAND FOUR-HUNDRED FOUR & 85/100 ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTY SIX THOU- There is due approximately the sum of YOU, NIKE INC., are made party defendant to the above foreclosure action because on SAND FIFTY & 91/100 ($129,050.91) to- ($283,404.85) together with lawful interest SAND FIVE-HUNDRED FORTY & 17/100 SEVENTY THREE THOUSAND EIGHT- September 13, 1994, a judgment was entered in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen gether with lawful interest and costs. and costs. ($176,540.17) together with lawful interest HUNDRED SIX & 96/100 ($73,806.96) to- County by Nike Inc. against William Lawson, Rochelle Noswal Shoe Corp. t/a Shoe Inn There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in and costs. gether with lawful interest and costs. disclosing a debt in the amount of $9,193.21 plus costs. Said judgment was entered as the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in Judgment No. J-084866-1994. Said judgment is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. YOU, EMPLOYERS INSURANCE OF WAUSAU, are made party defendant to the above this sale. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn foreclosure action because on April 26, 2000, a judgment was entered in the Superior Court RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. this sale. of New Jersey, Union County by Employers Insurance of Wausau against Albright SHERIFF SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH Construction Co. Inc. disclosing a debt in the amount of $30,000.00. Said judgment was SHAPIRO & DIAZ, LLP SHAPIRO & DIAZ, LLP SHERIFF SHERIFF entered as Judgment No. J-075153-2000. Said judgment is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. ATTORNEYS AT LAW ATTORNEYS AT LAW FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. DONALD F. PHELAN Suite J Suite J Suite 201 Suite 201 CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT 406 Lippincott Drive 406 Lippincott Drive 7 Century Drive 7 Century Drive OF NEW JERSEY Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Marlton, New Jersey 08053 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. 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By FRED LECOMTE game because they respected our Specially Written for The Westfield Leader speed. They hit the post once, but A soccer duel that ended in a overall it was a good game. The shootout between the Westfield High girls came to realize that they could School girls (19-1-3) and Randolph play under pressure. I’m proud of (11-8-3) resulted in a North Jersey, these kids. There is no quitting in Section 1, Group 4 State Sectional them. There were times when we Championship for the Blue Devils in thought we were down and out, we Westfield on November 18. always found a way. I put my faith in Senior forward Susan Williams, Megan, I put my faith in the five senior halfback Staci Spass and shooters, and they haven’t let us sophomore halfback Gio Palatucci down yet. This team is a very close- ripped the Ram net and senior goal- knit group and they deserve every- keeper Megan Connors made a sen- thing they’re getting. They worked David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times sational stop on the final Ram at- hard, they practice hard and they UNDER TOO MUCH PRESSURE...Blue Devil quarterback Jan Cocozziello, tempt and recorded her 15th shutout. played hard.” No. 12, was sacked six times by the Gaels defensive unit. “What a way to end it,” said “Finally, I’m extremely pleased,” David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Connors. “For the first time this said Willliams. “During my fresh- VERY CLOSELY GUARDED...Blue Devil Susan Williams discovers that she season, I felt a little nervous be- man and sophomore year, they took has been very closely guarded by a Mountie defender, as teammate Dani Fried, cause anything can happen in a us out both years in the state sec- Roxbury Gaels Grid Men Halt No. 16, rips a shot at the goal. shootout. When Susan and Stacy tional finals, so it’s tremendous to scored I relaxed somewhat; then have finally beat them here in my when Gio scored, I knew that noth- senior year. I’m really, really ex- Blue Devils, 28-0, in Sectionals ing was going by me, but this is a cited and very happy. Hopefully we CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Lady Soccer Blue Devils Win great feeling.” will get to the state championship After capturing the thriller, an finals, but this definitely has been sion from its eight. Cocozziello was line to set up the Gaels’ final TD. On ‘Shootout’ With Mounties emotional and ecstatic Head Coach the highlight of my career. This is sacked for three yards then attempted fourth-and-goal from the five, with Pete Giordano said, “They pretty the way I want it to end my soccer a pass directly to Butts on the right 44 seconds left in the quarter, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 much put five back there during the career at Westfield High.” that was dropped. With 8:21 left in Tompkins barreled in for the TD. the half, Gael linebacker Brian “We let it get away from us after Williams. “I usually look one way, look at the keeper. And I got it there,” Bischoff picked up the ball in the end the first quarter,” said Tranchina. “Our then go the other way but that didn’t explained Palatucci. Union County High School zone. The play was ruled a lateral coverage broke down. We struggled. work this time. She went to the right Connors got a hand on and Roxbury led, 7-0. Once they got the lead, they went to and I went the other way.” Zimmerman’s shot but the ball de- “We didn’t react to it,” stated Blue the running game with their big of- Giannetti kicked toward the left flected into the upper netting. Hol- Sectional Football Results: Devil Head Coach Ed Tranchina about fensive line and big fullback. And and Connors correctly dove to her lander stepped forward for the final the backward pass. “We needed to they got us over-committed to the right and smothered the ball. Zaccone showdown, Zaccone jerked to her recover from that and we never did.” GROUP 4: A. L. Johnson 28, Caldwell 21 fullback. They played very well.” also guessed properly on the direc- right but Hollander’s grounder skid Westfield spun its wheels on three The Blue Devils will have an op- tion of Spass’ shot. to Zaccone’s left and came to rest in Roxbury 28, Westfield 0 See story. Raffael DeLuca had TD runs of 15 and three yards and Don Heeren had downs and Lessner punted to the portunity to end their season on a “I usually go upper left but she got the back of the goal. Westfield 0 0 0 0 0 Roxbury 37. On first-and-10, quarter- positive note on Thanksgiving Day in it,” said Spass. “ You try to read her Connors explained her technique Roxbury 0 21 7 0 28 TD runs of eight and 11 yards for the 7-2 Crusaders. back Roger Turley fired a bomb to J. Plainfield when they face the Cardi- (goalie). It’s a guessing game.” and the intensity of a shootout. “I Elizabeth 34, Linden 10 J. Palek who had sprinted behind the nals for the 98th time in their history. Green caused some concern when try to look at where I think they are Caldwell (6-3) 0 0 7 14 21 Malcolm Jackson had TD runs of Johnson 12 8 8 0 28 Devil defenders. Palek seized the pass Westfield leads the series 49-41-7. she approached the ball, stopped and going. A lot of them do look one 11, six and 57 yards, respectively. at the Westfield 33 and darted to the “We had a good year. Our goal was started over then plunged the ball way and then go the other. I kind Summit 21, Parsippany 6 Linden (4-5) 7 3 0 0 10 end zone with 5:34 left in the half. to make the playoffs although I wish into the mid-right netting. Kent re- have got that down but a lot of them Elizabeth (8-1) 0 14 7 13 34 Hilltopper Rob Schroeder passed The Gaels’ next TD came on a we could have done better,” said taliated with a bullet into the upper shift their body. Some of them are for a TD and rushed for a TD. Jeff seven-play, 51-yard drive ending with Tranchina. “However, we want to left corner. really obvious and some are pretty GROUP 3: Della Piazza and Tony Johnson Jefferson 14, Scotch Plains- Giordano’s six-yard slant right with end the season on a positive note.” “I did it exactly the way I do in tricky. When their left shoulder drops rushed for 145 yards and 127 yards, 1:36 remaining in the half. In the practice. Go to the left side but it that means they are going high right Fanwood 6 respectively, for 9-1 Summit. Westfield 0 0 0 0 0 See Story. third quarter, Giordano recovered a Roxbury 0 21 7 0 28 made it into the upper 90, left-hand but if they stay straight up, that Parsippany 0 6 0 0 6 fumble on the Westfield five-yard corner,” described Kent. “So, I was means they have to go the other Jefferson (8-2) 0 0 7 7 14 Summit 7 0 7 7 21 Sc. Pl.-Fnwd (5-4) 6 0 0 0 6 PUBLIC NOTICE really happy about that.” way.” GROUP 1: PUBLIC NOTICE As to the psychological game Hollander described her magic Shabazz 14, Cranford 6 Cedar Grove 39, New Providence 0 SHERIFF’S SALE played in a shootout, Kent said, “I moment. “I stare the goalie right in Lester Manuyag had a 24-yard TD SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, The 6-3 Pioneers were torn to SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, usually look her straight in the eye the eyes until I’m about to strike the run for the 5-4 Cougars. Amir Pinnix shreds by the 8-1 Panthers. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-20358-99 and then I shoot.” ball. Normally I kick to the left side, had a five-yard TD run and Monease DOCKET NO. F-15920-98 THE CHASE MANHATTAN BANK, AS Lavoil had a 60-yard fumble return New Providence 0 0 0 0 0 ACCUBANC MORTGAGE CORPORA- TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. CAESAR The ray of hope got brighter when anywhere, as long as it goes in the Cedar Grove 0 12 13 14 39 Connors dove right and stopped goal but somehow, I went to the for the 6-3 Bulldogs. TION, PLAINTIFF vs. EDGAR FERGUSON, ET AL., DEFENDANT. Boonton 14, Brearley 7 RODRIGUEZ, ET AL, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Pilsbury’s shot and Palatucci gave right. I was so nervous. Everything Cranford 6 0 0 0 6 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED SEPTEMBER 5, 2002 FOR SALE Westfield a 3-2 edge with a shot into stopped and I kicked it in.” Shabazz 0 0 0 14 14 Dan Zika, the state’s leading scorer, DATED NOVEMBER 15, 2000 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. the upper center. was limited to 51-yards rushing and OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Montclair 1 0 0 0 (3) 1 GROUP 2: ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale “I go to the right hand side. I don’t Westfield 0 1 0 0 (4) 2 a one-yard TD plunge. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- West Essex 23, Governor ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Livingston 18 Boonton (6-3) 0 7 0 7 14 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- Brearley (8-1) 0 0 0 7 7 Travis DeLeon had a 16-yard TD ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 4TH DAY OF run, Mike Fullowan had a 12-yard WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in Wolfpack Soccer Boys Stun TD run and Joe Droz had a three- See it all on the Web! DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful yard TD run for the 5-4 Highlanders. the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available www.goleader.com bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion Raiders, 2-1, in Sectionals Gov. Livingston 6 0 6 6 18 in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. W. Essex (7-2) 0 7 16 0 23 of the sales. The judgment amount is NINTY SEVEN The top-seeded Scotch Plains- Connolly tapped one by senior The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED THOUSAND SEVEN-HUNDRED SIXTY PUBLIC NOTICE TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND FIVE-HUN- SIX & 06/100 ($97,766.06). Fanwood High School boys soccer keeper Ricky Fleissner. PUBLIC NOTICE ALL THAT CERTAIN land and premises UNION COUNTY BOARD DRED SIXTY FOUR & 25/100 team was stunned by 14-7-3 West Wolfpack goalkeeper Ed Dunne situate in the City of Elizabeth, County of UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS ($125,564.25). Municipality: Elizabeth Union, and State of New Jersey: Morris, 2-1, in overtime at Will- made six saves and Fleissner made OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Street Address: 10 West End Place Commonly known as 658 Magnolia Av- iams Field in Elizabeth in the semi- three. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey; Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Public Notice is hereby given that the Tax Lot: 1560 finals of the North Jersey, Section West Morris 0 1 1 2 Tax Block: 13 Also known as Lots 814 and 112/Block 7 Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- 2, Group 3 tournament on Novem- Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 1 0 0 1 Approximate dimensions: 150.90 feet by on the tax map. Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ers has awarded a contract without com- Unpaid taxes, water, sewer in the appro- ber 13. Wolfpack forward Sean ers has awarded a contract without com- petitive bidding as a professional service or 35.50 feet by 159.15 feet by 36.50 feet Nearest cross street: Murray Street priate amount of $13,028.00. Falls headed in the winner in the PUBLIC NOTICE petitive bidding as a professional service or extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- eighth minute of overtime. NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY ONE THOU- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- tract and the resolution authorizing it is ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY SIX THOUSAND The Raiders have won three- FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY SIX-HUNDRED TWENTY NINE & 01/100 SAND THREE-HUNDRED THIRTY & 94/ tract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD ($156,629.01) together with lawful interest 100 ($121,330.94) together with lawful in- straight Union County titles but available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. terest and costs. fell to Morris County teams in the Resolution 02-11-150 of the Clerk of the Board. and costs. RESOLUTION NO. 2008-2002 There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in sectional tournament the very next CONTRACTOR: Michael DeBiasse, RESOLUTION NO. 2025-2002 AWARDED TO: Greenman Pedersen, the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. week. The Raiders fell to Mendham, DeBiasse & Seminara, PC, 3 Burnt Mills (Amending Resolution 802-2002) 100 Corporate Drive, Suite 205, Lebanon, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 2-0, in 2001 and West Morris, 3-0, Road, P.O. Box 201, Pluckemin, New Jer- AWARDED TO: Edward Kologi, Esq., New Jersey. this sale. this sale. in 2000. Also, the Raiders were sey 07978-0201 932 North Wood Avenue, Linden, New Jer- SERVICES: For the purpose of providing RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH NATURE OF SERVICE: Architectural sey. professional engineering design services SHERIFF SHERIFF startled, 3-2, by Parsippany in 1999. Services SERVICES: Representing Lieutenant for the replacement of two culverts in Sum- PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER & SALTZMAN FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA & The 16-2-3 Raiders got off on DURATION: October 31, 2003 Anna Buckley in the matter entitled Virginia mit: Blackburn Road (Su3) over the Salt LAW OFFICES WRIGHT, ATTORNEYS AT LAW the right foot early against the AMOUNT: Not to exceed $9,500.00 Fanelli v. Ralph Froelich, et al. Brook, and Ashland Road (Su29) over the A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE 211 Benigno Boulevard, Suite 201 fifth-seeded Wolfpack when se- A Copy of the Resolution and Contract COST: $20,000 for a new total contract in Salt Brook. 905 North Kings Highway P.O. Box 788 nior forward Taylor Cole undu- relating to the services are on file and avail- the amount of $45,000. COST: $327,836 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034-5080 Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 able for public inspection in the office of the Annette Quijano Annette Quijano CH-755684 - (WL) CH-755607 - (WL) lated the net three-and-a-half min- Borough Clerk. Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Clerk of the Board of Freeholders 4 T - 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 4 T - 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 utes into the game. The Wolfpack 1 T - 11/21/02, The Times Fee: $16.32 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.48 & 12/5/02 Fee: $173.40 & 11/28/02 Fee: $175.44 tied the score eight minutes into the second half when Ryan Goods & Services You Need! PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS FENCING DecoDeco PaintingPainting AUTO REPAIR PAVING PAINTING NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD ELM STREET Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 LTD. SERVICE CENTER JK’S PAINTING & Public Notice is hereby given that the A. 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Contractors’Association 908-654-LAWN 908 • 371 • 2352 [email protected] Annette Quijano 732 • 485 • 9175 (cell) Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Bachelor of Science • Rutgers University • Design • Maintenance • CertifiedLandscape Designer • NY Botanical Gardens 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.48 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, November 21, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FSPY ‘A’ Swim Girls Edged By Somerset Valley, 109-99 The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Y FSPY dominated in backstroke girls “A” team fell to Somerset Val- events and took the lead. (9-10s) K. ley Y, 109-99. Gaynor (40.44) and Dunn nailed In Individual Medley, (15-18) A. first and second. (11-12s) M. Dickson (2:22.68) placed first. (9- Henkels (32.86), Smith and Colucci 10s) S. Baliko and A. Maguire and swept the 50-yard followed by (13- (11-12s) M. Smith and N. Colucci 14s) K. Henkels and K. Johnson claimed second and third. (13-14) claiming second and third. (15-18s) M. Borowski placed second and (15- C. Marino (2:22.15) and K. Kosenick 18) A. Cameron took third in the captured first and third. (15-18) A. 200-yards. O’Halloran finished strong in the In freestyle, (11-12s) E. Hawkins 200-yard. M. Rossi, J. Colucci and (27.88) and M. Henkels and (13- K. Cavanagh achieved personal 14s) M. Gousman (57.20) and J. bests. Desnoyers nailed first and third. M. In butterfly, (9-10) K. Wenson Lyons, R Dunn, and A. Vantosky (39.63) touched first. (11-12) claimed second. K. Wenson (9-10) Hawkins, (13-14) Desnoyers and touched third. K. Blacklock, M. (15-18) Vantosky placed second. M. Krema, J. Leahy and J. Senofonte Keiser, E. Nagle and M. Marsan MAKING A DIVING TACKLE...Westfield PAL “A” player Tyrell Simmons posted personal bests. took third. C. Leahy posted her per- CREATING A COSTLY FUMBLE...The Westfield PAL “B” defense creates a makes a diving tackle on a Staten Island running back. The Staten Islanders In breaststroke, (8U) C. Maguire, sonal best. costly fumble against Staten Island. John Dugan, No. 53, recovered the fumble stopped Westfield, 6-0. (9-10) K. Rossi, (13-14) M. (9-10) Rossi, Wenson, Dunn, and and sprinted 20 yards for the TD. Borowski and (15-18) A. Dickson Baliko took first in the relays. S. touched second. (11-12) K. Smith, M. Akyuz, A. Lyons, M. Westfield PAL ‘A’ Falls McGeehan (36.07) took first and M. Gartner and K. Gousman also con- Westfield PAL ‘B’ Pummels Gaynor posted a personal best. tributed. To Staten Island PAL, 6-0 Springfield Grid Kids, 21-6 The Westfield Police Athletic Anderson and J.T. Sheehan led the FSPY Swim Boys Drench The Westfield PAL “B” football his own number for the PAT. League’s “A” football team ended offensive line. Zeitounian and Matt team completed their regular season Springfield took advantage of good their season 7-2 with a 6-0 loss to Ince worked the tight end position, with a 21-6 win over Springfield, on field position, resulting from a bad Staten Island on November 17 at and Peter Antonelli was the wide Red Bank Y Boys, 109-98 November 17 at Kehler Stadium to snap on a Westfield punt attempt, Kehler Stadium. receiver. Unfortunately, a slippery The Fanwood Scotch Plains (13-14) achieved a personal-best, advance to the League Champion- and scored on a one-yard dive. Later, Westfield opening drive stalled on field and a tough Staten Island de- YMCA (FSPY) swim team defeated first-place time of 104.59 in the 100 ship. The teams battled in the driving Westfield linebacker Patrick Stanley the 22-yard line. Ryan Yarusi, Sean fense shut out Westfield for the first the Red Bank boys, 109-98, on No- breast. S. Swenson (15-18) took first rain on muddy-field conditions that intercepted a pass at the Springfield Ferro, Michael Henry and Mike time all season. vember 9. with 217.46 in the 200 breast. favored the defense. 13. Four plays later, Phillips plunged Venezia ran the ball. Quarterback The only score of the game came In the individual medley, Daniel In backstoke, Michael Daly (8U) Westfield’s defense had a hand in three yards for the TD. Brand Mark Boyd hit Venezia on a screen late in the fourth quarter after a Livolsi (11-12), Scottie Marino (13- placed first. (9-10s) M. Henkels and all three of its touchdowns. In the pounded in for the PAT. pass that gained 19 yards. Westfield fumble turned the ball over 14) and Brian Gartner (15-18) placed Peter Livolsi placed first and second, first quarter, defensive lineman John Westfield, led by Head Coach Mice Lawson, C.J. Patella, Joe on the 42-yard line. An eight play 58- first. In freestyle, Joe Dunn (8U) and (11-12s) Daniel Livolsi and Zach Dugan picked up a Springfield fumble Owen Brand, Offensive Coordinator Simone, Jimmy Ponce, Jack yard drive gave Staten Island the took first in 15.86 and (9-10) Michael Peart also touched first and second. and ran it 20 yards for the touch- John Dugan and Defensive Coordi- Meagher, Tyrell Simmons and Terell victory. Henkels placed first in the 50 free at (13-14) J. Livolsi took first. down. Running back Mike Phillips nators Humberto Vall-llobera and Shaw led the defense in the first half “We only gave up three touch- 30.77. John Feely (11-12) at 27.31 In butterfly, (8Us) swept again with scored the PAT. Scott Selert finished the regular sea- with fine tackles. Will Harbaugh, downs all season. That bodes well and James Livolsi and Kyle Murry G. Baliko, R. Hobson and M. Daly In the third quarter, linebacker son with a record of 8-1. The team Zach Deegan, Alex Vanarelli, Santo for the future of Westfield Blue Devil placed first and second, respectively, taking first, second and third, respec- Ryan Brand pounced on a Spring- seeks to avenge their only loss when Nardi and Kyle Zeitounian made football,” said Head Coach Pat Ferro. for 13-14s. tively. (15-18) Brian Gartner placed field fumble in the end zone for a they face undefeated Millburn in the tackles in the second half. Coach Ferro gave the credit for the In breaststroke, (8Us) swept, with first at 54.47 in the 100 fly. touchdown. QB Kevin Neylan called Super Bowl on November 24 in Simmons, Shaw, Harbaugh, Eric team’s success to his assistant coaches Greg Baliko taking first, Ryan In relays, (8Us) Dunn. B. Harries, Scotch Plains. who put in so much time and effort, Hobson second and Keith Montinero R. Hobson and G. Baliko placed Turkey Trot Set PUBLIC NOTICE Fred DeFazio, Bill Bowers, Mike touching third. (11-12s) Brian first. (11-12s) D. Livolsi, D. Keenan, Area Flag Gridmen Get NOTICE TO CREDITORS Ince, Paul Harbaugh and Dondi Hobson placed first with 37.76 and Peart and Feely were victorious. (13- For November 30 High League Honors Chamblis. Ed Colon got third. Scottie Marino 14s) S. Marino, Mike Miller, K. Estate of: WILLIAM GEORGE KRAVEC, WESTFIELD – The 19th annual Murry and J. Livolsi placed first. Ed Pedicini of Clark, defensive II, Deceased PUBLIC NOTICE Turkey Trot, presented by the lineman for the Union Brewzers, fin- Pursuant to the order of James S. LaCorte, PUBLIC NOTICE Friends of Westfield Track & Field, ished first among all linemen in the Surrogate of the County of Union, made on UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE the 15TH day of NOVEMBER, A.D. 2002, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD will be held on Saturday, Novem- ACFL 2002 Men’s Fall Flag Football upon the application of the undersigned, as NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD ber 30, at Tamaques Park. Entry League with 14 sacks in eight regu- EXECUTOR of the estate of said deceased, Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS forms are available at the Westfield notice is hereby given to the creditors of said Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD lar-season games – besting the sec- Public Notice is hereby given that the Library, the Westfield Recreation ond place finisher by three. deceased to exhibit to the subscriber under Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 oath or affirmation their claims and de- ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Public Notice is hereby given that the Association, the Westfield Y and The Brewzers allowed only 111 mands against the estate of said deceased petitive bidding as a professional service or ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- The Leader Store. It is also pos- points on the season, averaging a within six months from the date of said extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- petitive bidding as a professional service or ers has awarded a contract without com- sible to register over the Internet at order, or they will be forever barred from extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- petitive bidding as a professional service or mere 13.8 points allowed per game ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- www.ACTIVE.com. (sixth overall). Coincidentally, the prosecuting or recovering the same against tract and the resolution authorizing it is ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- the subscriber. available for public inspection in the Office tract and the resolution authorizing it is ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- The program will feature the team also finished sixth in points ELIZABETH I. KRAVEC of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office tract and the resolution authorizing it is Police Fireman Relay, the Five- scored per game, with 22.5, scoring EXECUTOR of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office Mile Run and the One-Mile Fun 1006 COOLIDGE STREET RESOLUTION NO. 1098-2002 of the Clerk of the Board. 180 total points. RESOLUTION NO. 1097-2002 WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 07090 AWARDED TO: Jack Seivers, 493 Madi- Run. The Friends of Westfield Bill Prisco of Cranford, finished AWARDED TO: Populus & Associates RESOLUTION NO. 1084-2002 1 T - 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $19.38 son Avenue, Roselle Park, New Jersey. Track & Field is an organization Inc., 125 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jer- AWARDED TO: Association of Maryland second overall among quarterbacks SERVICES: To provide a comprehen- that supports the cross-country and with 23 TD passes. Joe Muccia of PUBLIC NOTICE sive appraisal analysis of the Albender Build- sey. Hospitals & Health Systems, 6820 Deerpath ing located at 1143 East Jersey Street, SERVICES: To provide a comprehen- Road, Elkridge, Maryland. the track and field programs at Scotch Plains was among the league TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Elizabeth, New Jersey in order to maximize sive appraisal analysis of the Albender Build- SERVICES: For the participation in the Westfield High School. Times, leaders in kicking points with 13. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT the reimbursement from the State for the ing located at 1143 East Jersey Street, Maryland Hospital Association’s (MHA) prices, details and entry form in- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Elizabeth, New Jersey in order to maximize Quality Indicator Project. The team, coached by Joe Waschek, Title IV-D program. formation can be obtained by call- Jr. of Union, finished first in their DECEMBER 5, 2002 at 7:30 p.m. in the COST: $625 the reimbursement from the State for the PERIOD: January 1, 2003 to December Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Annette Quijano Title IV-D program. 31, 2003. ing Ray at (908)-245-9422 or Tom division at 5-3, earning them a first- Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zon- Clerk of the Board of Freeholders COST: $2,500 COST: $6,620 at (732)-381-3654. round bye in the playoffs. Waschek ing Board of Adjustment will hold a public 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 Annette Quijano Annette Quijano hearing to consider the following appeal(s): Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Clerk of the Board of Freeholders himself finished in first with six in- Nelson C. Espeland t/a Espie, LLC for a 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.48 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 PUBLIC NOTICE terceptions. Use Variance to permit the installation of PUBLIC NOTICE a 23.6 square-foot free-standing sign at PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE UNION COUNTY BOARD the property located at 2284 South Av- UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS See it all on the Web! BOROUGH OF FANWOOD enue (Block 8402, Lot 4), Scotch Plains, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS UNION COUNTY BOARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Notice is hereby given that Ordinance from the following sections of the Zoning OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 No. 02-20-R www.goleader.com Ordinance: Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Public Notice is hereby given that the AN ORDINANCE AMENDING Public Notice is hereby given that the Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Section 23-3.9 and Section 23-5.2 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- CHAPTER 184, OF THE CODE Public Notice is hereby given that the ers has awarded a contract without com- whereby free-standing signs are prohib- OF THE BOROUGH OF PUBLIC NOTICE ers has awarded a contract without com- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- petitive bidding as a professional service or ited in the B-1 Zone. FANWOOD GOVERNING petitive bidding as a professional service or ers has awarded a contract without com- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- LAND USE Maghsoud Dariani and Joseph DeRose petitive bidding as a professional service or ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- NOTICE is hereby given that at a regular was passed and adopted on the second and for a Use Variance to permit the creation ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- tract and the resolution authorizing it is meeting of the Township Council of the final reading at a meeting of the Mayor and of a flag lot for the construction of a new tract and the resolution authorizing it is ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- available for public inspection in the Office Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- available for public inspection in the Office Council of the Borough of Fanwood held on single-family dwelling at the property lo- tract and the resolution authorizing it is of the Clerk of the Board. day, November 12, 2002 the following ordi- November 12, 2002. cated at 2252 Westfield Avenue (Block of the Clerk of the Board. available for public inspection in the Office nance entitled: This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- RESOLUTION NO. 2015-2002 3201, Lot 18), Scotch Plains, from the of the Clerk of the Board. ORDINANCE REGULATING RESOLUTION NO. 1088-2002 ately after final passage and publication as AWARDED TO: Netta Architects, L.L.C., following section of the Zoning Ordinance: THE USE OF LANDSCAPING (Amending Resolution 953-2002) RESOLUTION NO. 2023-2002 required by law. 25 Route 22 East, Suite 290, Springfield, AWARDED TO: Wilentz, Goldman & EQUIPMENT AND THE TIME Section 23-2.3 whereby flag lots are (Amending Resolution 492-2002) Eleanor McGovern New Jersey. OF LANDSCAPING ACTIVITY/ prohibited in the R-3A Zone. Spitzer, Esq., 90 Woodbridge Center Drive, AWARDED TO: Kathy Hatfield, Esq., of Borough Clerk SERVICES: For a proposed replacement POWER EQUIPMENT Woodbridge, New Jersey. Schenck, Price, Smith, and King, 10 Wash- 1 T - 11/21/02, The Times Fee: $16.32 of two elevators along with associated struc- Tanya Moon for three (3) Variances to SERVICES: To provide legal services was duly passed on second and final read- ington Street, Morristown, New Jersey. tural alterations for the Union County Court- permit the construction of a new single- ing. concerning several regulatory matters to SERVICES: Representing the Board of house. family dwelling at the property located at PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Runnells Specialized Hospital. Chosen Freeholders and the County of Union COST: $60,475 2401 Park Place (Block 7304, Lot 19), COST: $50,000 for a new total contract Barbara Riepe in the matter entitled Espinosa v. Board of SHERIFF’S SALE Annette Quijano Scotch Plains, from the following sec- Township Clerk amount of $150,000. Chosen Freeholders. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Clerk of the Board of Freeholders tions of the Zoning Ordinance: 1 T - 11/21/02, The Times Fee: $15.81 Annette Quijano COST: $10,000 for a new total contract in CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $22.95 Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph G, Col- the amount of $35,000. DOCKET NO. F-4013-02 umn 4 whereby minimum front-yard 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 Annette Quijano CONTIMORTGAGE CORPORATION, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE width required is sixty (60) feet; existing Clerk of the Board of Freeholders PLAINTIFF vs. ANGEL BURGOS; and proposed: fifty (50) feet; PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.48 SOLAMINA BURGOS, ET ALS., DEFEN- UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD DANT. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph G, Col- SHERIFF’S SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD umn 8 whereby minimum side-yard set- PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DATED AUGUST 30, 2002 FOR SALE OF Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 back required is eight (8) feet; proposed: CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE MORTGAGED PREMISES. Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the six (6) feet [by plan]; and DOCKET NO. F-8202-02 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph G, Col- SALOMON BROTHERS REALTY CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- umn 9 whereby minimum total of both CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. ANGEL TORRES, DOCKET NO. F-16228-97 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- petitive bidding as a professional service or petitive bidding as a professional service or side-yard setbacks required is twenty ET AL, DEFENDANT. GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- (20) feet; proposed: 19.33 feet [by plan]. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PLAINTIFF vs. RICHARD A. COOPER, thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- DATED SEPTEMBER 23, 2002 FOR SALE SR., ET AL., DEFENDANT. WEDNESDAY THE 4TH DAY OF tract and the resolution authorizing it is tract and the resolution authorizing it is Claire Mancuso for two (2) Variances to OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office permit the construction of an attached By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- DATED OCTOBER 1, 2002 FOR SALE the afternoon of said day. All successful of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. garage at the property located at 413 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. bidders must have 20% of their bid available Forest Road (Block 1502, Lot 6), Scotch RESOLUTION NO. 1080-2002 RESOLUTION NO. 1094-2002 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- in cash or certified check at the conclusion Plains, from the following section of the AWARDED TO: Park Professional Den- AWARDED TO: Ard Appraisal Company, ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale of the sales. Zoning Ordinance: tal Lab, 567 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, 36 Brant Avenue, Clark, New Jersey. thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED New Jersey. SERVICES: To provide a comprehen- Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph H, Col- WEDNESDAY THE 4TH DAY OF ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabe- FIFTY THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED & SERVICES: To provide dental laboratory sive appraisal analysis for the Albender umn 9 whereby minimum total for both DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in thtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on 94/100 ($150,800.94). services for the resident/patients of Runnells Building located at 1143 East Jersey Street, side-yard setbacks required is ten (10) the afternoon of said day. All successful WEDNESDAY THE 11TH DAY OF The property to be sold is located in the Specialized Hospital. Elizabeth, New Jersey in order to maximize feet; proposed: approximately nine (9) bidders must have 20% of their bid available DECEMBER A.D., 2002 at two o’clock in CITY OF ELIZABETH, County of Union PERIOD: January 1, 2003 to December the reimbursement from the State for the feet [by plan]. in cash or certified check at the conclusion the afternoon of said day. All successful and State of New Jersey. 31, 2003. Title IV-D program. of the sales. bidders must have 20% of their bid available It is commonly known as 166 SMITH Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph H, Col- COST: $10,000 COST: $2,500 The judgment amount is SIXTY SEVEN in cash or certified check at the conclusion STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY. umn 11 whereby maximum lot coverage Annette Quijano Annette Quijano THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FOUR & of the sales. It is known and designated as Block 7, Lot permitted is thirty (30) percent; proposed: Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Clerk of the Board of Freeholders 31/100 ($67,504.31). The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED 1191. approximately thirty-five (35) percent. 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth THIRTY TWO THOUSAND SIX-HUN- The dimensions are approximately 25.00 D.R. Baraldi for two (2) Variances to COUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW DRED FORTY EIGHT & 85/100 feet wide by 96.00 feet long (irregular). permit the elimination of the existing ga- JERSEY ($132,648.85). Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE rage and the construction of a larger ga- STEET & STEET NO.: 850 Rebecca MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth westerly line of Smith Street, 60.00 feet from UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD rage at the property located at 414 Union Place County & State: Union County, State of the westerly line of Livingston Street. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Avenue (Block 1502, Lot 12), Scotch TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 7; LOT: New Jersey Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Plains, from the following section of the 1046 Street & Street Number: 412-414 New TAXES AND OTHER MUNICIPAL LIENS. Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Zoning Ordinance: DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet by 125 York Avenue THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE AS OF 9/16/ Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the feet Tax Lot & Block Numbers: Lot 726, 02 FOR THE PROPERTY TAXES, UN- Section 23-3.4D whereby minimum rear- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- NEAREST CROSS STREET: 150 feet Block 6 PAID WATER/SEWER CHARGES AND yard setback for secondary buildings in ers has awarded a contract without com- ers has awarded a contract without com- from Smith Street Dimensions: 100 feet by 50 feet by 100 LIEN PAYOFF IS IN THE AGGREGATE excess of 200 square feet is five (5) feet petitive bidding as a professional service or petitive bidding as a professional service or SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE feet by 50 feet SUM OF $12,346.78. in the R-3A Zone; proposed: two (2) feet; extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- There is due approximately the sum of Nearest Cross Street: Grove Street There is due approximately the sum of and ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- SEVENTY ONE THOUSAND SIX-HUN- There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY ONE THOU- tract and the resolution authorizing it is tract and the resolution authorizing it is Section 23-3.4D whereby minimum DRED SEVENTY THREE & 68/100 ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY EIGHT THOU- SAND FOUR-HUNDRED FIFTY FIVE & available for public inspection in the Office available for public inspection in the Office side-yard setback for secondary build- ($71,673.68) together with lawful interest SAND TWO-HUNDRED FORTY & 84/ 04/100 ($161,455.04) together with lawful of the Clerk of the Board. of the Clerk of the Board. ings in excess of 200 square feet is five and costs. 100 ($168,240.84) together with lawful in- interest and costs. (5) feet in the R-3A Zone; proposed: two There is a full legal description on file in terest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in RESOLUTION NO. 1096-2002 RESOLUTION NO. 1077-2002 (2) feet. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. AWARDED TO: Kole Appraisal Com- AWARDED TO: ATC/Vancom, Inc., 4157 All interested persons may be present The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn pany, 710 South Avenue, West, Westfield, Collection Center Drive, Chicago, Illinois. and be heard. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. New Jersey. SERVICES: For the provision of trans- The file pertaining to this application is in RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SERVICES: To provide a comprehen- portation services in the form of routing, the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF sive appraisal analysis of the Albender Build- scheduling, and dispatch and road operator ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, ing located at 1143 East Jersey Street, services for the Union County Paratransit Plains, and is available for public inspection CHARTERED-COUNSELORS ZEICHNER, ELLMAN & KRAUSE NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL Elizabeth, New Jersey in order to maximize System. during regular office hours. 737 Stokes Road ATTORNEYS AT LAW Suite 300 the reimbursement from the State for the PERIOD: January 1, 2003 to December Linda M. Lies P.O. Box 1088 One Gateway Center 293 Eisenhower Parkway Title IV-D program. 31, 2003. Secretary to the Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Newark, New Jersey 07102 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 COST: $2,500 COST: $1,717,886 Zoning Board of Adjustment CH-756981 - (WL) CH-757006 - (WL) CH-756986 - (WL) Annette Quijano Annette Quijano Township of Scotch Plains 4 T - 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 4 T - 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 4 T - 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Clerk of the Board of Freeholders 1 T - 11/21/02, The Times Fee: $80.58 & 11/28/02 Fee: $185.64 & 12/5/02 Fee: $177.48 & 11/28/02 Fee: $210.12 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.48 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.48 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 21, 2002 Page 15 Scotch Plains PAL ‘A’ Stops Scotch Plains PAL ‘A’ Beats Staten Island Grid Kids, 7-6 Millburn, 7-0, Westfield, 7-6 The Scotch Plains PAL “A” foot- Strong defense support came from ball team beat Staten Island 7-6 and Greg Brand, Richard Nix and David Emphasis on team defense by Brand, Matt Wolff, John Badala and qualified for the Super Bowl to be Belford who all had three tackles Coach Ed Belford has paid off as the Lauren Mains made four tackles each. played on October 24 at Scotch Plains each and with all three making criti- Scotch Plains PAL “A” football team Mains also recovered a fumble. Colin High School. The Raiders upped their cal plays to stop offensive scoring improved to 7-0 and 27-0 over a Campbell made the play of the game record to 8-0 and elevated their three- drives. Brand stripped and recovered three-year period after beating when he stripped the ball and recov- year record to 28-0. The rugged the fumble to stop a critical drive and Millburn, 7-0, and Westfield, 7-6. ered it to stop a key Millburn drive. Raider defense has given up only two recovered another fumble. Belford Additionally, the Raiders’ diverse The Raiders stopped Westfield on offensive touchdowns this season. had two interceptions and Nix snuffed offense, featuring strong running great defensive play and a lot of Staten Island scored first and then out a screen pass to stop game ending and accurate passing, proved quite heart. Westfield scored first but the the Raider defense thwarted the po- drives. Lauren Mains also recovered effective. Raider defense took over with a tent Staten Island offense. Linebacker a fumble to stop another drive. Against Millburn, the only scor- couple of goal line stances. Wolff Matt Wolff was all over the field and The Raiders’ only scoring drive ing came on a 35-yard touchdown made a key interception to stop a led the team with seven tackles, a was when Belford hit Andrew Lyons (TD) pass from David Belford to drive. Brand was all over the field season high for the team. Lineback- with a 25-yard streak down the left Andrew Lyons and a Belford-to- and led the team with six tackles. ers Robert Scibek, with five tackles, side. Belford hit Brian DeWitt for the Brett Jones pass for the extra point. Badala made six tackles, Thomas and Thomas Pennella, with four tack- game-winning extra point. Belford On that drive, Belford had a 17-yard Pennella and Campbell made five les, were key factors, stuffing the had 50 yards on 10 carries and Scibek keeper and Matt Huether, who had and Belford had four. inside runs and stopping the sweeps. had four receptions for 54 yards. 37 yards on six carries, had some The Raiders scored when Belford rugged inside runs. hit Scibek for a 10-yard TD pass. LOOKING FOR A RECEIVER...Westfield PAL “C” quarterback Tony DiIorio, The defense shut down the Earlier in the drive, Belford hit Scibek No. 17, rolls left and scans downfield against Staten Island. The Staten Islanders Millburn offense. Lyons made seven with a 43-yard bomb. Belford hit SP-F Soccer Sparx Bounce defeated the Westfield boys, 20-0. tackles, Belford made five and Greg Pennella for the winning extra point. Branchburg Shooters, 3-1

The U12 Sparx girls soccer team were constantly on the move against defeated the Branchburg Shooting a hyped up Shooting Star offense Kimberley A. Haley Stars, 3-1, at Park Middle School who were outplaying the Sparx. Field in Scotch Plains on November Goalie Jaclyn Law did an excellent 4. The Sparx, who have won six job, making several diving saves and games via shutout, boosted their changing the field with her long punts. Expect More record to 8-0 and lead the pack in Momentum finally changed when MNJYSA flight 3. Gabby Clarke on the wing sent a pass The Sparx found themselves in an across to Jennie Altman, which was unfamiliar situation when deflected by the goalie but then INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT’S PREMIER 2001 Branchburg scored first. Despite nu- popped in by Goldberg to tie the merous shots on goal, the Sparx game. Within minutes, Clarke sent closed out the first half scoreless. another pass to Altman who chipped In the second half, the Sparx de- in the go-ahead goal. fense of Gabriella Pinho, Gina Egidio The Sparx offense continued to PREMIER WESTFIELD PROPERTIES and Sam Bremer, along with pressure with shots fired off by Becca midfielders Olivia Francavilla, VonLangen and Erika White. Finally, Situated on one of Westfield’s most sought after streets, this Allison Goldberg, Brittney Veeck, Clarke who already had two assists, Sheryl Markovitz and Kim Shelus fired in a rocket from 25 yards out. classic center hall Colonial home boasts, 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half bathrooms. Charm abounds throughout this fine Hye-Young Choi home. The main living level provides spacious retreats on #1 Realtor in the Westfield Office 1994-2001 either side of the center hall. The Living Room is warmed Visit me at my website: www.Realtor.com by a wood burning fireplace and accented by custom built- www. coldwellbankermoves.com/hye-young.choi email: [email protected] ins. The French doors lead to the sun filled Den. The Contact Hye-Young Choi Today for the Perfect Home! Dining Room, underlain by hardwood floors, opens to the OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, Nov. 24th, 1-4 PM Family room and eat-in Kitchen with oak cabinetry, Corian 865 Hillside Avenue, Mountainside counters and new appliances. Additional family space is abundant in the finished recreation room with laundry area and powder room. Easy walk to elementary and middle schools, downtown and NYC transportation. Offered at 699,900 Charming 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Colonial offers ideal loca- tion on a quiet tree lined street. This pristine home boasts a Formal Dining Room with chair rail and dentil molding, Living Room with Fireplace, and hardwood floors through- out. The new eat-in Kitchen with Corian countertops and white cabinetry is light and bright with new walk out bay window overlooking the professionally landscaped yard. The second floor offers three bedrooms and a walk up attic with expansion possibilities. Many upgrades includes new roof, Beautifully restored 6 BR, 2 full and 2 half BTH home new windows, new electric, new bathrooms, finished recrea- in Westfield location. Gracious sized rooms, tasteful decor, newer BTHS, Cherry KIT w/ bright and airy tion room and much more. Offered at $479,900 dining area adjacent to FR w/ back staircase. New RecRm, CAC, 2CG, 40’ blue stone patio, park-like property. (WSF6798) $750,000 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Westfield Office 209 Central Avenue (908) 301-2004 - Direct Line 908-233-5555, ext. 169 [email protected] Business (908) 233-5555 Direct Line: 908-301-2015 RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090

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HELP WANTED ARTARTART ACCOUNTANT Joseph Dawley Collectors Local CPA firm seeks indiv for CLASSIFIEDS Recent Home Sales Call Dick at flex full or part time position. CPA (908) 233-4444 x 211 firm exp of 2+ yrs/computer skills APARTMENT FOR RENT HOME FURNISHINGS a must. Self starter. Full charge •Week of October 7 Effingham Place, $739,000. One bedroom, lv rm, dng rm, accounting and tax prep. Mattress sets - Queen size. Brand PIANO LESSONS Barbara J. Shields to Gerard S. E. and Harry Quon and Robin G. Bunka Quon Send resume to: Accountant, kitchen. Newly decorated, new name new in plastic w/warr., or- Carole A. Heffernan, 830 Prospect Street, to Simon Kay, 447 Channing Avenue, appliances. Located in Mtnside. thopedic/plush sell $145. Pillow- TEACHING SINCE 1970 $829,000. $474,500. PO Box 2663, Westfield, NJ (908) 889-4095 Peggy Ann Huddleston to Adam and Lisa Derman to Michael 07091 or fax (908) 654-7865 $875 per month, short term lease. top sacrifice $165. Call (908) 713-9801 for appt. Call (732) 259-6690 Keshavamurthy Indireshkumar and and Beth L. Riordan, 219 Edgewood AUTO FOR SALE Karen Quigley, 333 Brightwood Av- Avenue, $529,000. HELP WANTED RENTAL WANTED - WSTFLD. CHILDCARE AVAILABLE enue M/A: 530 Summit Avenue 1st Floor, John M. and Cecile Crane to Brett J. Cargo Van - Chevy ‘98, white, Westfield, $304,500. and Joan F. Glenn, 602 Prospect Street, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Business executive needs single Franklin School District before/after 90,000 miles. Asking $9,800. Michael W. and Lisa G. Knepper to Westfield Volunteer Rescue $730,000. family rental in Westfield. A/C, (during?) school care available with (908) 389-1331 Terence C. and Kim Canavan, 136 North Philippe and Monique Pitchen to Squad seeks persons willing to garage, at least 3 bedrooms. conscientious, responsible mom. Chestnut Street, $850,000. Kathleen Fetissoff and Linda Laird, 303 train as Emergency Medical Call Jim (908) 400-2245 Nurturing environment. Accepting Barbara M. Sanders to Albert L. and Prospect Street, $710,000. Technicians. No prior exp. www.goleader.com Jennifer C. Pantow, 623 Maye Street, Patricia Gerhardt to Elzbieta Grodzka, limited number of applicants: $370,000. needed. Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., OPEN HOUSE (908) 789-2361 542 Mountain Avenue M/A: 544 Moun- min. 4 hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. PUBLIC NOTICE Edward and Noel Hannon to Eugene tain Avenue Westfield, $482,500. Nov. 24th 1 - 4 p.m. and John Palatianos and Margaret Kathleen Fogolin and Kathleen coverage. Wkday 9am - 1 pm or HOUSECLEANING UNION COUNTY BOARD 1-5pm slots are perfect for par- 408 E. Dudley, Westfield Danielewski, 573 Trinity Place, Fetissoff to Gary and Melissa Gonzalez, Completely renovated Colonial, Honest lady will clean house, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS $410,000. 621 Maple Street, $452,000. ents of school children. Childcare NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Diane Teasdale to Jeffrey Kraus and reimbursement available! truely move-in condition, quality apartment, office. Has references, Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Alexander L. and Janine Berlin to and charm, near every amenity, car, and experience. Public Notice is hereby given that the Laurel Linder, 660 Summit Avenue, Anthony J. and Melissa A. Borg, 757 Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. Wilson School, principals only. Call (908) 353-4347 Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- $450,000. Kimball Avenue, $768,000. 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. MUST SEE! $489,000. ers has awarded a contract without com- Joseph T. Nogan and Joanna M. Peter L. Skolnik and Sarah Nichols petitive bidding as a professional service or Mantello to Vladimir Uhmylenko and Smith to Juha E. Korpela and Marjut H. Call the Recruiting Team at TUTOR AVAILABLE extraordinary, unspecifiable service pursu- (908) 233-2500 for details MOVING SALE Yuliya Charbanova, 431 Everson Place, Kokkola Korpela, 303 Walnut Street, N.J. Certified English and El- ant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This con- $430,000. $875,000. Apartment Sale - dining rm, tract and the resolution authorizing it is Eloides A. Garcia to Katica and Glenn HELP WANTED ementary Teacher available to available for public inspection in the Office Henry J. and Elizabeth A. Daaleman kitchen, 4 piece wicker set, an- tutor. Experienced with all levels of the Clerk of the Board. Miklencic, 1411 Boulevard, $306,000. to 597 Westfield Avenue, LLC a Lim- EXPERIENCED UPHOLSTERER Kristen M. Keene to Hock Min. Ng ited Liability Co., NJ, 597 Westfield tiques, all rooms. of English instruction and all RESOLUTION NO. 1087-2002 FOR QUALITY WORK AS AN ASSO- Sat., Nov. 23rd, 9 -3 p.m. other subjects through grade six. and Ginny M. Ng, 1408 Boulevard, Avenue, $650,000. AWARDED TO: Partners Healthcare, 70 $345,000. Kenneth S. Pizzo, Sr. to David F. CIATE IN ESTABLISHED BUSINESS. 41 Spruce Mill Lane, Lamberts Reasonable rate. Jackson Drive, Cranford, New Jersey. HIGH EARNINGS POTENTIAL. SERVICES: To continue to provide en- Karl J. and Kathleen G. Bambas to Markmann and Robert F. and Patricia F. Mill Village, Scotch Plains Please call (908) 889-2286 Thomas D. Capotorto and Frances Bra- Markmann, 515 Trinity Place, $329,900. (908) 236-6616 (D) OR and ask for Kim teral nutrition for the residents/patients at (908) 232-0296 (EVENINGS) Runnells Specialized Hospital who are tube dley, 1 Summit Court, $375,000. Jay F. and Lenore Peskin to Douglas fed and urological/ostomy supplies for the Thomas D. Capotorto and Frances M. B. Sagal and Lauren E. Kaplan-Sagal, OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT TUTORING residents/patients who are in need of this Bradley to Arun Mehra, 103 Ayliffe 546 Fairmont Avenue, $582,500. HELP WANTED service. Avenue, $310,000. Lauren Poper and Mark A. Guimares 1st floor office space, 1,800 sq. Exp. teacher/adm, public & priv PERIOD: December 1, 2002 to Novem- Data Entry/File Clerk - 9 am to 5 Robert J. Bell to Robert and Melissa to Matthew and Janine Kennedy, 520 ft., additional space 1,020 sq. ft., All subjects; test prep & ber 30, 2003. Muselli, 1601 Boulevard, $300,000. pm. Experience a plus. Salary to COST: $40,500 Salter Place, $358,000. generous parking, North Ave., wr skills gr K-8; •Week of October 21 Michael A. and Kerin R. Sidlowski to commensurate with experience. Westfield. Call Donna, M-F after 4 PM Annette Quijano Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Stanley and Anne Kaslusky to Jeffrey Bratteson and Cynthia Costello, Call (908) 490-0036 Call (908) 757-5844 Cell # (732) 816-0442 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $24.99 Laurence and Michelle Rickles, 151 736 St. Marks Avenue, $505,000. Gilbert N. Stith, Executor of the Es- tate of Willie Mae Bartlett to Timothy A. Digney, 220 Myrtle Avenue M/A: 30 2 nd Street Budd Lake, NJ 07828, $235,000. Aturo and Michelle Alvarez to An- drew and Jennifer Useloff, 649 Summit Avenue, $482,000. Don I. and Mary I. Villane to Sean E. and Riva M. Waller, 659 Willow Grove Road, $439,900. Gerard S.E. and Carole A. Heffernan, Jr., to David J. AND Cynthia A. Linsen, 838 Carleton Road, $550,000. Cynthia Gerardiello to Donald Smith and Kindra Harting-Smith, 429 Clifton Street, $440,000. WESTFIELD OFFICE Raymond and Patricia A. Martucci to CONGRATULATIONS!! Laurie Navarro, 124 Summit Court, 908-654-7777 $489,000. 185 Elm Street, •Week of October 28 Westfield, NJ 07090 TH Laurence and Michele Rickles to Weichert, Realtors 24 Annual Rakesh B. Nair and Leena Davis, 100 Effingham Place, $555,000. BUY FOR $1,839 Weichert, Realtors will be collecting Cowperthwaite Company to Marilyn new, unwrapped toys to distribute in J. Kolterjahn, 34 Cowperthwaite Place, your local area during the holidays. $375,000. Michael and Meryl J. Chertoff to Rob- Drop offs can be made at your con- ert and Maxine Schwartz, 415 Kimball venience through December 4th at: Turn, $885,000. Anthony A. and Bernda E. Stokes to Westfield Office Phyllis Stern Maryanne Molinelli, 113 Jefferson Av- 185 Elm Street enue, $776,500. Help Us Brighten A Child’s Holiday Top Sales - Month of October James W. and Marietta Jewell to Tho- 908-654-7777 Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club mas C. and Tina M. Whipple, III, 328 MOVE IN CONDITION! Garden State & Middlesex MLS Service Chestnut Street, North, $374,900. Cranford - 6 room Colonial, 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath on tree lined street. Specializing in Both Union and Essex County Many upgrades, chestnut trim, new furnice and cac. $389,000. Member, National Education Association Randall K. and Wendy H. Packer to (052008396) Herve Caspard and Rodica Ursu, 114 Ferris Place, $595,000. BUY FOR $1,632 BUY FOR $2,264 BUY FOR $2,264 CONGRATULATIONS!! Tesfaye and Tersit Biftu to Christo- pher Chu and Regina Yang, 108 Hyslip Avenue, $399,000. Barry and Amelia Weinstein to Rob- ert and Susan Giarruso, 677 Shadowlawn Drive, $730,000. John P. and Irene J. Morton to John C. and Janet M. McCormack, 1045 Coolidge Street, $370,000. Joseph and Susan Graham to Mark and Rosalba VanNess, 35 Sandra Circle, MOVE IN CONDITION! COMMUTERS DELIGHT MUST SEE! $365,000. Scotch Plains - 9 year old Bi-level, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, family room Westfield - Colonial w/hardwood floors, updated eat-in kitchen, fireplace, Westfield - Stunning 4 bedroom Colonial in impeccable condition, easy w/wood burning fpl, sliding door to level yard, 2 car garage, cac, near finished basement, deck, walk to schools and NY train. $479,000. walk to all schools, train, town and playground, updates throughout. Yossi Arbitsman to James W. Hanley public school and park. $349,900. (052008433) (052008430) $479,000. (052008447) and Gail A. Christian, 39 Woodbrook Frank Silletti Circle, $470,000. BUY FOR $3,711 BUY FOR $2,292 BUY FOR $2,926 Top Producer - Month of October William S. and Dorothy A. Jeremiah Sales/Representative to Andrew and Patricia Ertman, 756 Central Avenue, $151,000. Ralph Rapuano to M&B Properties, a Partnership, 804 Columbus Avenue, Monthly payments are for 30-year conventional fixed rate mortgages as detailed below. $180,000. Ask about: Lower Downpayments • Lower Monthly Payments • Other Options For purchase prices up to $375,875 monthly mortgage payments (principal+interest) quoted in our ads are to qualified buyers, based upon a 20% downpayment and a conventional 30-year fixed rate Jimmy C. Chu and Te-Lin Chu to loan at 6.375% with 3 points, A.P.R. 6.723%. As an example, a $100,000 loan would mean 360 monthly payments of $623.87. For purchase prices from $375,875 to $812,500, the monthly pay- ments are to qualified buyers based upon a 20% downpayment and calculated at 6.625% with 3 points on a “Jumbo” 30-year fixed rate mortgage with an A.P.R. of 6.934%. An example of a $500,000 loan would mean 360 monthly payments of $3201.55. Figures herein are approximate and do not include property taxes, hazard insurance, or homeowners association dues for a condominium pur- Kristen Smith, 4 Evergreen Court, chase. Interest rates quoted are as of June 26, 2002, and subject to change. Not responsible for typographical errors. Weichert Financial Services, Executive Offices, 225 Littleton Road, Morris Plains, NJ 07950. 1-800-829-CASH. Licensed by the NJ Dept of Banking and Insurance. Licensed Mortgage Banker with the State Dept of Banking in NY, CT, and PA. Licensed Lender in DE, MD, VA, D.C., $645,000. GA, ME, MI, WI, IA, KS, IL, MN, VT, OR. Licensed Mortgage Lender in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. License #ML1713, Certificate #43155. Certificate of Authority to transact business in AL, AK, AR, CO, IN, SC, TX, WA, WY. Exempt Mortgage Lender in KY, MO, MS, MT, NC, OH, OK. Registered Mortgage Lender in TN, LA. Registration with the Financial Institutions Division in New Mexico. 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PRISTINE SPLIT LEVEL Splendid home in CLARK offers 9 rooms and features 3 Bedrooms, 1.1 Baths, new custom Kitchen, Dining Room, Recreation Room, Living Room, Central Air Conditioning, double tiered deck, newly landscaped property and sprinkler system. $345,000.

An extended center gable crowns this majestic Center Hall Colonial that is perfectly situated amid MOVE-IN CONDITION two acres of manicured grounds. Rich in architectural heritage, this shining Westfield masterpiece has a breathtaking interior with endearing features: a magnificent reception hall with winding RANCH staircase, nine over nine windows, gleaming hardwood floors, four fireplaces, exquisite moldings, Spacious FANWOOD home with 6 rooms superb wainscoting and grandly scaled rooms. A luxuriously appointed Living Room, Formal Dining Room and cozy Library complement family spaces: an expansive Family Room, state-of-the-art includes 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen and a cheery Sunroom. A fire lit Master Suite with full Bath joins four spacious Recreation Room, hardwood floors, Bedrooms, three full Baths and a marvelous second floor hall. A full Basement and four car garage meld seamlessly adding to the desirability of this home that resides in one of Westfield’s most professionally landscaped property, fenced yard, prestigious neighborhoods. Presented for $2,950,000. finished Basement, newer Eat-In Kitchen with cherry cabinets, furnace / CAC / HWH, Master Call Joyce for additional details, or to Bath and appliances. $359,900. make an appointment to view this exceptional home.

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16 Offices Throughout New Jersey CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, November 21, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield Recreation Events UNION COUNTY BOARD TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT Annual Family Bowling Night: NYC Lights Tour : The $85 tour OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT UNION COUNTY BOARD FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Enjoy two hours of bowling at the will be scheduled for December 14. NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Linden Lanes on January 18 at 4 p.m. The bus departs at 3 p.m and returns Public Notice is hereby given that the of the Township of Scotch Plains held on Date Adopted: November 14, 2002 Resolution 02-11-149 The $10 per person fee includes shoe at 9:30 p.m. The trip includes a Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- November 7, 2002, the following decisions CONTRACTOR: SALIENT ASSOCI- rental, laser lights, music, soda, and roundtrip by Motar Coach ers has awarded a contract without com- of the Board were memorialized: Union County Board of Chosen Freehold- ATES, 45 North Dean Street, Englewood, pizza. Register by January 11. Transportation, a tour of NYC night petitive bidding as a professional service Granted a front-yard setback Variance ers has awarded a contract without com- New Jersey 07631 petitive bidding as a professional service Thirteenth Annual Recreation lights, a visit to Ferrarah’s Bakery or extraordinary, unspecifiable service to Robert and Michelle Moran for the NATURE OF SERVICE: Technical Ad- pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This replacement of the existing foundation of or extraordinary, unspecifiable service vice and Consulting Services/Cellular Department Holiday Concert: and dinner at Iberia Restaurant in contract and the resolution authorizing it the premises located at 1246 White Oak pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This Tower Featuring the Westfield Community Newark. contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Road (Block 9603, Lot 2), Scotch Plains. DURATION: For a period ending no later Concert Band and the Edison Reading Factory Outlet Shopping Office of the Clerk of the Board. is available for public inspection in the than October 31, 2003 Granted a Use Variance with conditions Office of the Clerk of the Board. Broadway Singers, will be held at Spree: Cancelled RESOLUTION NO. 2024-2002 and a waiver of site plan approval to AMOUNT: $120.00/hour Edison Intermediate School on For more information, call (908) (Amending Resolution 803-2002) Omnipoint Communications, Inc. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-2002 Not to exceed $3,000.00 AWARDED TO: Robert Mega, Esq., 2353 for the installation and removal of wire- AWARDED TO: PMK Group, 65 Jackson A Copy of the Resolution and Contract December 4 at 8 p.m. Admission is 789-4080 or visit St. Georges Avenue, Rahway, New Jersey. less antennas and the upgrading of Drive, PO Box 5000, Cranford, New Jer- relating to the services are on file and free. www.westfieldnj.net SERVICES: Representing Undersheriff communications equipment at the prop- sey. available for public inspection in the office Malcolm in the matter entitled Virginia erty located at 1515 Front Street (Block SERVICES: For mechanical, electrical of the Borough Clerk. Fanelli v. Ralph Froelich, et al. 101, Lot 7), Scotch Plains. and plumbing design services in the Ro- 1 T - 11/21/02, The Times Fee: $17.34 COST: $5,000 for a new contract in the Linda M. Lies tunda Building. Scotch Plains Recreation Events amount of $15,000. Secretary to the COST: $379,380 PUBLIC NOTICE Holiday Celebration: Sunday Please write your name, age, grade Annette Quijano Zoning Board of Adjustment Annette Quijano TOWN OF WESTFIELD December 8, the Scotch Plains and phone number on the back of Clerk of the Board of Freeholders Township of Scotch Plains Clerk of the Board of Freeholders PLANNING BOARD 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $23.46 1 T - 11/21/02, The Times Fee: $22.44 1 T – 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $21.93 Business and Professional your poster. Turn in all entries to the Notice is hereby given that the Westfield Association, Recreation Recreation Dept. by December 2. Planning Board at its meeting on Wednes- day, November 13, 2002 memorialized the Commission and Volunteer Fire Santa Clause Letters: Santa has following Board action taken at the Spe- Dept will sponsor holiday festivities asked the Recreation Commission to cial Planning Board meeting held on Octo- beginning at 12 p.m. The event will open a special North Pole postal ber 10, 2002: conclude with Santa's Arrivial at 5 delivery service for all children who The Atlantic Group and Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith, Ravin, Davis & Himmel p.m. on the Village Green. wish to write him a letter. Please send presented reports regarding findings of Holiday Poster Contest: Open to all letters to: Santa Claus, North Pole the need for Redevelopment of: children ages 5 to 12 who are intersted Delivery, Scotch Plains Recreation Need for Redevelopment of Prospect in creating a holiday poster to be Commission, 430 Park Avenue, and Elm Streets Site. – Approved judged and hung on the businesses Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076. Letters Need for Redevelopment of South Av- windows around town on December must be recieved by December 16. enue Site. – Approved 8. Winners will be chosen and For more infromantion, please con- Kenneth B. Marsh awarded on December 8. Posters tact Allison at (908) 322-6700, exten- Secretary 1 T - 11/21/02, The Leader Fee: $17.85 should be made on 11x14 sheets. sion 222.

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Rap thrives on the protest and acerbic one-upmanship that comprise BERKELEY HEIGHTS – A hood memories. Cassie’s personal Director Curtis Hanson’s quasi, its lyrics. Let’s face it. As insightful as semi-fictional, perhaps partial biog- native of Berkeley Heights, Dr. baggage threatens to harm her sta- Eminem’s staccato-delivered pontifi- Roberta Isleib has written her first bility. Then the bodies start to fall, raphy of rap sensation Eminem paints cating may be, it nonetheless leaves some startlingly evocative portraits of mystery novel, and Cassie realizes the youth culture from which its pro- little reason for Robert Burns to worry. “Six Strokes Un- that professional Still, there’s no denying director der,” about a competition can be tagonist, Jimmy Smith, Jr., a.k.a. Rab- Hanson’s effort is a winner. My bit, emanates. woman, Cassie murder. Probably the most provocative thing younger spies inform that 8 Mile, a Burdette who Dr. Isleib com- sort of “Iliad” for the Hip-Hop set, is reaches for the bined her training about 8 Mile is not what it says about indeed being embraced as a liberating yet another teen idol’s meteoric rise dream of a life- and experience in Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times justification for a medium still not time — qualify- psychology, along EXHIBITING ARTIST...The Eighth Annual Juried Photography Show, which from slum to stardom, but rather, what granted a pedigree in many musical it doesn’t say. ing as a profes- with her passion for was curated by Nancy Ori of Berkeley Heights and Michael Cream of Summit, circles. sional golfer on golf when writing was held at the Watchung Arts Center on November 10. A member of the Poet’s Somewhere between the lines of Movie success could represent a Hanson’s emotionally-charged depic- the LPGA (La- this novel. Society, Marlene Golab of Elizabeth stands before her photograph, “The tion of poverty, avarice, racism, sen- mixed blessing for the genre’s baggy- dies Professional Formerly in pri- Tempest Sky.” Her work is represented in many area galleries, including pants purveyors. Part of rap’s allure is Galeria West in Westfield. suality and the rap ditties ghetto kids Golf Associa- vate practice and the the threat, vociferous as well as im- tion) Tour. faculty advisor for develop to poeticize their plight, there plied, that it issues to the older genera- may be great sociological insight...or tion. Now there is this cinematic ex- In “Six Strokes the Yale University at least some interesting notions. planation to somewhat demystify the Under,” a fellow peer counselors, Dr. It can’t be described in clever phenomenon. competitor is dis- Dr. Roberta Isleib Isleib has published Recent Releases Are WWe ortortorthhh rhymes because they are not so much True, rap’s detractors may still qualified for car- articles on golf psy- thoughts as feelings rooted in a gen- worry that these Pied Pipers of street- rying illegal equipment and an- chology in Women’s World of Golf, eration. I suspect that no matter how inspired verse will lead their children other files suit against her father Golf for Women, Tee Time Maga- AAAdding to Gift-Giving List hip one is to the proverbial jive, a to the river, or worse. At least now after recovering repressed child- zine, and National Golfer. complete appreciation of 8 Mile is By ANDY GOLDENBERG Johnny Cash, “The Man Comes they are assured that deep down, be- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times reserved for those who view the film neath the layers of hooded sweatshirts, Around,” featuring covers of “Des- as the long-awaited coming of their Our good friends at Sanctuary/ perado” “In My Life” and “Bridge parkas, woolen beanies and cynicism, Castle Records have mantra. those that can will eventually trade in WWWestfield Community Band Plans Over Troubled Wa- That doesn’t mean that an ex-Hip- their uniforms of rebellion for a job obtained the rights to ter.” pie, Beatnik or Be-bopper cannot en- with benefits, a split-level in the sub- release some primo Another great Al- joy and then recount the film from an Neil Young concert On the academic point of view. Naturally, said urbs and two weeks at the shore every Season of Festive Holiday Concerts ternative-Country summer. WESTFIELD — The Westfield downtown Westfield throughout the video. Recorded in label making its discourse should be healthily pep- 1978 at the Cow Pal- pered with good-natured A select few, like Eminem, icons of Community Band is preparing for holiday season. Beat mark is Bloodshot the movement they inspire, will make another season of holiday activity in The Westfield Community Band ace in San Francisco, Records out of Chi- a grand living of it. He’ll stir up just Westfield. will also be joining the Edison Inter- the “Live Rust” DVD with Andy cago. Some great enough trouble to keep the anti-estab- On Sunday, December 1, at 5 p.m., mediate School’s Broadway Singers captures Neil Young Goldenberg new releases form lishment fantasy alive. The art is in Pen & InkInkPen the band’s Holiday Brass will per- on Wednesday, December 4, at 8 and Crazy Horse in Bloodshot include maintaining the image without going form at the Westfield Train Station. p.m. their prime, live and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 overboard. James Dean did it to a Rex Hobart and the The brass ensemble, comprised of The 13th Annual Holiday Con- loud how we like Misery Boys’ “Your Favorite him or not, he has the right and the fault. Elvis perfected it, at least for a them. The video transfer is per- while. The rock groups of the 60s members of the larger symphonic cert, sponsored by the Westfield Rec- Fool,” The Waco Brothers’ “New nerve to say his peace. I applaud band, will perform favorite holiday reation Department is an annual tra- fect. that. institutionalized it. While Eminem Deal,” as well as Neko Case’s new may not like the suggestion that he is carols to welcome Santa Claus to dition in Westfield. Sanctuary also re- album “Black I was suspicious, however, when merely the latest to profit from the Westfield. The Westfield Community Band leased a great-sound- Listed.” All three will it came to whether or not he could angry young man angle, his Holly- The Holiday Brass is comprised of is sponsored by the Westfield Recre- ing double CD from have you stompin’ prove that he had acting chops. wood adventure practically memori- the larger Westfield Community Band ation Department, Bruce Kaufman, Black Sabbath. “Past your feet. and members of the Holiday Brass Director. For more information, alizes it. Lives” captures the Some great DVDs But, in its first weekend, 8 Mile, may also be found performing in please contact (908) 789-4080. Eminem’s movie outing continues metal pioneers in also just hitting stores Eminem’s nearly autobiographi- a tradition. What’s amazing is that, peak form from the cal blockbuster film, earned close include David after all these years, from Dead End early to mid-70s. Gilmour In Concert to a cool $54 million. The triumph (1937) through Rocky (1976) and now YYYoung People’s Theatre in S. PlainsPlainse Finally, Sanctuary with 8 Mile, we still haven’t run out of (EMI/Capitol), fea- also just released the turing the solo per- the poverty necessary to keeping rel- latest Pulp album, evant the heroic tales of poor boys Slates Four Productions in Winterinterinter formance by the Pink “We Love Life.” Pulp overcoming their oppressive circum- SCOTCH PLAINS — Young the Union County Program Division Floyd’s guitarist stances. And boy is there poverty in is one of the great “un- David Gilmour live People’s Theatre (YPT) a non-profit of Cultural & Heritage Affairs. der-the-radar bands.” Sponge Bob’s Sea Stories Eminem’s contemporary Detroit. organization made up of parent vol- at the Meltdown Fes- If this movie is his postcard to the So, if you like dark, tival In London. old neighborhood, you certainly unteers from the five elementary insightful lyrical imagery, then schools and two middle schools in Gilmour covers some classic and couldn’t tell it. Hardly a scene doesn’t you must pick up this obscure Floyd tunes, Scotch Plains-Fanwood, will present highlight the decrepit, decaying por- CD. as well as a beautiful tions of the city. The rap star’s love- four professional shows for young- RCA/BMG version of Richard hate affair with 313 (the Motown area sters. The Winter 2003 performances Records just released Thompson’s “The code) reminds of how those caution- will include: two great Lou Reed ary, urban-based sci-fi films like Dimming of the •Saturday, January 11, 2003 — reissues. “Take No Day.” The sound and Soylent Green (1972) and Imagination in Motion (a movement Prisoners” captures Bladerunner (1982) depicted the cit- picture are fantastic. ies of the future. and mime performance with audi- Get Outta Reed live at the Bot- Many kudos go out That was before entrepreneurs real- ence participation); tom Line on his home to Capitol for releas- ized en masse that there was money in •Saturday, February 8, 2003 — turf in New York. The ing this gem. sound quality is great them thar slums (Can you say Gizmo Guys (jugglers who juggle The House Black Sabbath’s Paramount Home NO MATCH...Vanilla Ice, the last gentrification?). Yet there are no revi- household everyday objects); By CAROL F. DAVIS and includes such “Past Lives Video continues to Caucasian rapper, had 15 minutes of talized sections of Detroit shown here, •Saturday, February 22, 2003 — Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Reed classics as turn out great releases fame and we thought the same would not even as a point of contrast. Skate n’ Break (high energy roller A charming story in a spectacu- “Sweet Jane” and “Coney Island for young and old, and this month happen to Eminem once he arrived on All of which gives this version of lar field of warm, rich color, Mon- Baby,” as well as the classic Vel- is no exception with the Alfred the scene. Those 15 minutes have the Horatio Alger saga a slightly dif- dancers on roller skates combined soon Wedding is a must-see. Es- with break dancers demonstrating vet Underground tune, “Pale Blue Hitchcock classic, To Catch a turned into years. ferent look than we’re accustomed to pecially for free. The Friends of Eyes.” break dance moves); Thief, starring Cary Grant and had little to do with the early seeing. The optimism doesn’t abound, the Cranford Public Library will Recently hitting stores is a re- but is doled out in stingy, pessimistic •Saturday, March 22, 2003 — host this film on November 25 at Grace Kelly. release of the No. 1 hit, “Lose the Audio-Visual Room at the mastered version of Reed’s semi- For the toddlers, Paramount just portions. The streets are inevitably Reading Rainbow (a Theaterworks nal “Transformer,” which includes Yourself,” or his negative reputa- rain-soaked. It is practically always Cranford Community Center, 220 came out with Blues Clue’s-Get production of PBS’s award winning “Walk on the Wild Side” and “Sat- tion which has plagued him for night. program). Walnut Avenue, at 1:30 p.m. and to Know Joe and Sponge Bob again at 7 p.m. You don’t win the ellite of Love,” as well as two years, but everything to do with When it’s daytime, as in one scene Advance ticket sales have begun Square Pants Sea Stories, which I outside the auto stamping plant where Golden Globe Award for best for- bonus tracks. can attest to being terrific be- the oddest discovery of all…the for all shows and will continue Rabbit works, the wintry sky is for- eign language film for nothing. Sony/Legacy just released “The cause my 18-month-old gave me man can stun audiences with some bidding, the crumbling factory build- through November. Pre-show prices It’s wheelchair accessible. Essential Leonard Cohen,” a the two Ga-Ga’s Up! Of course noteworthy acting skills. Who’d ings bleak. So when the aspiring rap are $5 each or $20 for a series of four. * * * * * double-disc set of Cohen’s dark being the son of a critic has made ever thunk it? artist outshines two fellow workers at After November, ticket sales will be Diversity Art Gallery is display- and mostly acoustic folk offer- him particularly fickle. This may come as a great shock the lunch truck in an extemporaneous $6 for each at the door, Nut n’ Plenty, ing Veteran & Military Art ings. The sound quality is incred- Lastly, our friends at MVD (Mu- contemplation on their delusions of Scotch Hill Pharmacy and Dairy throughout the month of Novem- ible as some of these recordings to those who, for better or worse, grandeur, the contest victory is more a sic Video Distributors) bring us Queen. Early ticket purchases are ber, Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m., or are 30 years old and most of the classic Rock DVDs, including the have figured me to be a super matter of survival than glory. It’s also by appointment. The Gallery is advised. “hits” are included such as, final performance from Rod rightwing conservative who a needed vindication. located at the Union County Bap- “Suzanne” (a hit for Joan Baez) Just the night before at The Shelter, All shows will be held at Terrill Stewart and the Faces in The Fi- would rather tape up Eminem’s tist Church, 4 Valley Road, right “Bird on a Wire” (covered by a large, ominously bare-boned hall Middle School in Scotch Plains. Each on the Clark Circle (Garden State nal Concert. All the great tunes mouth that let him rant, but I like where rappers “battle” one-on-one for performance begins at 1 p.m. and the Parkway Exit 135). Call (732) 574- Judy Collins and Joe Cocker) are here including, “Twisting the the guy and would defend (to the bragging rights before an SRO crowd doors open for general seating at 1479 for more information. “Chelsea Hotel” (about Janis Night Away,” “You Send Me” and Joplin) and “First We Take Man- death) his right to say what’s on his of predominantly black spectators, the 12:35 p.m. * * * * * “Sweet Little Rock and Roller.” mind, whether I agree with him or white upstart choked in his maiden Tickets may be purchased by con- hattan,” covered by REM. Be Glad For the Song Has No attempt. No matter the result. Although they’ve already I hope Sony can release the tacting Elisha Monzella at (908) 322- started, the Hickory Tree Chorus Ending is a unique period piece not. It’s quite the dichotomy when The challenge alone further fired whole back-catalog as Cohen is I’m barreling my car toward church 8087 or [email protected]. invites female singers to become about the late 60s English Folk up an already existing enmity between a part of the Acappella Holiday one of music’s true legends. band, The Incredible String for choir practice, chanting the lyr- his group of pals and another clique Please indicate name, phone, num- Some great Alternative-Coun- ber of tickets, and shows of interest. Chorus. Participants will learn Band. ics to Eminem’s “Cleaning Out presided over by the reigning champ. popular holiday music in four- try has been coming out in droves Director Hanson (“L.A. Story”) never Ms. Monzella will arrange for ticket Finally, for you Progressive My Closet.” part acappella style during courtesy of Lost Highway Rock fanatics, MVD has just re- addresses the racial implications from pick-up. Wednesday rehearsals, November Records, including Ryan Adam’s So many musicians, with mini- an editorial point of view, wisely man- leased Steve Hackett, The Tokyo Funding in part made possible by 20, December 4, and 11, from terrific “Demolition,” a new col- mal success stories, have at- aging to achieve a much greater real- 7:15 to 9:30 p.m., at the New Jer- Tapes, Live in Japan. The former ity by letting the dialogue tell that lection of tunes that the prolific Genesis guitarist is joined by such tempted the crossover from the sey Youth Symphony Rehearsal Adams had recorded the last few creation of music videos to the aspect of the story. Hall at 570 Central Avenue, New Rock luminaries, such as John Into this mix toss a shady, street years that did not make it onto Wetton of Asia and drummer production compelling movies. Providence. A December 18 per- wastrel of a love interest played by formance will complete the pro- any of his albums. Chester Thompson of Weather Re- Songsters like Jennifer Lopez and Brittany Murphy. Then add a perenni- gram. For more information and Other Lost Highway releases port, to groove on several Genesis Barbra Streisand have given crit- ally unemployed mom (Kim Stocking StufStufStocking fers, Gifts On directions, call (908) 522-1954, include Kim Richey’s “Rise” and and King Crimson tunes. The ics a run for their money by mak- Basinger) about to be evicted from e-mail [email protected], or the new acoustic beauty from sound and picture are top-notch. the trailer where, to Rabbit’s embar- Sale During Evergrgrgreen’seen’seen’s visit www.angelfire.com/nj/ ing respectable forays into both rassment, she lives with a former hickorytree. forms of media, but Eminem has classmate of his. Otherwise there’s Annual Arts, Craft Showww not much plot...just a week of dra- SCOTCH PLAINS – Evergreen * * * * * female hearts of all ages swoon- On Saturday, November 23, ing and doubting Thomases re- matic events predictably leading up Elementary School in Scotch Plains Color My Dog Yellow. . . to the big rap confrontation. will host its Third Annual Arts and Pam Steinfeld will open for Chuck considering because of 8 Mile, But there’s enough grit to start a Brodsky at the Watchung Arts Crafts Show on Saturday, Decem- Center at 8 p.m. A former unique dog portraits painted by Bring in your which shows his vulnerability and sandpaper company. ber 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., If poet Rod McKuen is the million Westfielder, Steinfeld is an award- his humanity. He’s simply not the featuring stocking stuffers, and winning songwriter, guitarist, and photos now! hard-hearted monster that dollar heartache, then Eminem is the Tine Kirkland Graham multi-million dollar kvetch. Now he unique items crafted by quality ar- piano-player whose voice has been For a great GLAAD, NOW and tear-jerking tisans. compared with that of Carly Christmas gift! engagingly brings his complaint to Simon, while Brodsky is a nation- Saturday, November 23, 2002 moms painted him to be. the big screen. Whether or not he’ll Refreshments, giveaways and ally-acclaimed singer/songwriter. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Unlike the melting Ice, Eminem, be able to further parlay his success prizes will also be featured. Ad- So, if you like contemporary folk whether you love him or hate him, with 8 Mile into a legitimate film mission is free. music, this will be $12 well spent. (and most people do react to him career won’t be evident until he logs Vendors are still being accepted The Center is at 18 Stirling Road, a little more distance on the Holly- for the show, however, space is on the Watchung Circle in Evalyn Dunn’s Gallery in extremes) has the staying power wood highway. limited. Electrical outlets are avail- Watchung. They are recommend- and immeasurable endurance to 549 South Avenue, West * * * * * able, but are limited. ing reservations, so call (908) 753- make it in a business that chews 1090, or e-mail 8 Mile, rated R, is a Universal For more information, please Westfield, NJ 07090 people up and spits them out. He’s Pictures release directed by Curtis [email protected]. Did I men- Tel: 908.232.0412 call Kim Palmer at (908) 233- tion that your admission gets you not going anywhere … but to the Hanson and stars Eminem, Kim email: [email protected] Basinger and Mekhi Phifer. Run- 3144 or Lisa Magnatta at (908) desserts as well? top where he belongs. ning time: 111 minutes. 322-4940. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, November 21, 2002 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The MusicMusic CCThe ornerornerorner ArtsArtsArts &&& EntertainmentEntertainmentEntertainment WIth David Palladino Ms.Ms. Graham,Graham, FidoFido andand FlufFluffy ArArfy e ReadyReady ForFore WSO Musicians, Maestrooo Exhibited Star Qualities TheirTheir Close-UpsClose-Ups atat EvEvalynalyn DunnDunn GalleryGallery At ‘Hollywood’ Concert By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN most alluring interior paintings is a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times smorgasbord of ingredients. Using teal By DAVID PALLADINO Old style car horns, great dy- WESTFIELD – For most people, glitter at the top of the canvas, the artist Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times namic control and driving tempos 15 minutes can fly by without an assembled small pieces of fabric and WESTFIELD — The Westfield all worked to set the stage for the ounce to show for it. But, for attached them to pieces of furniture in Symphony Orchestra, under the di- bustling Paris of the early 20th cen- Morristown resident Tine Kirkland the room. The multimedia approach is rection of Maestro David Wroe, tury. Graham, it’s all the time she needs to successful for this artist, while it has offered a musical spectacular Highlights included versatile and dip into her palette and bring man’s failed for others we have critiqued. dubbed “Destination Hollywood” best friend to the canvas. fun saxophone solos, not often We recommend that if Fido and this past weekend at the Presbyte- heard in the classical repertoire. On Saturday, November 23, from Fluffy tug at your heartstrings and are rian Church in Westfield. Noticeable, was the extraordinary 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Evalyn Dunn’s as much a part of your family as Uncle Repertoire included Gershwin’s Gallery, located at 549 South Av- Bob or Aunt Bea, a Graham portrait sound of the returned trumpet prin- enue in Westfield, will supply Gra- An American in Paris, the Violin cipal Donald Batchelder. French would be a treasure. Watching Gra- Concerto Opus 3 by popular film ham with one long table to set up her ham compose the piece in only 15 horns set the stage with a refine- score composer of the 1930s and paints and, at 15-minute intervals, minutes will probably be just as re- ment of tone which would typify the artist will paint the pet of your warding because this artist turns out 40s Erich Korngold, highlighting that section for the rest of the choice from a photograph. quite an impressive piece in such a violin soloist Vadim Gluzman, and evening. Before organizing Graham’s dem- short window of time. the formidable Symphony No. 9 Musical acoustics have improved onstration and exhibition entitled, For more information, please call “New World” by Antonin Dvorák. in the sacred venue with the instal- “Color My Dog Yellow,” Jacie Civins Evalyn Dunn’s Gallery at (908) 232- Maestro Wroe began the program lation of risers for the orchestra. of Evalyn Dunn’s asked the artist to 0412 or e-mail [email protected]. with the Gershwin. While the musicians still play in a transfer the image of her dog, Desi, limited space, sound diffusion from to canvas. She was thoroughly im- the orchestra was fairly well- Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times GAME TIME...In Tine Kirkland Graham’s portrayal of two figures playing S. Plains WWS. riter RalliesRalliesriter blended. backgammon, the backdrop is fluid, lively and spicy in color. S. Plains WWS. riter RalliesRalliesriter Only the string basses were slightly muffled due to their place- band, seeing that the artist was from Matisse’s style. ment deep under the overhanging New Jersey, suggested Civins’ get in Whether she is commissioned to paint For Society’s Inclusion balcony. One, or more, placed in touch with her. pooches or verandas speckled with um- the open may improve low-end According to Civins, Graham be- brellas, Graham’s flair for color brings volume and resonance. gan painting 10 years ago, mostly a smile to the lips. Nothing is static, Soloist Vadim Gluzman then took specializing in children’s portraiture everything flows and the beholder wants Of Special Needs Childrenenen his place on stage with the orches- done in pastels. After she took a life to tag along during the artist’s journey By MARYLOU MORANO tra. Gluzman immediately proved through both spicy Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times color and dramatic to be in touch with Maestro Wroe line drawing. SCOTCH PLAINS — Parents of and the orchestra. For example, children with special needs have a Civins reported soloist and conductor weaved new resource in “Special Needs, Suc- that, when given through the beautiful orchestrations photographs of cessful Inclusion: A Guide to Plan- and tempo pitfalls with ease. ning Community Activities for Chil- houses, Graham Favoring a more aggressive style, dren with Special Needs,” written by transfered the im- Gluzman highlighted fine pitch on age to canvas – in Scotch Plains resident, Cynthia his 1690 Stradivarius. This instru- Newman. Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Leader/The Times her own style, of ment excels in its beautifully crisp As more families embrace the DESI STRIKES A POSE...The prize course. The homes, and clear upper register — working pooch, Desi, that belongs to Jacie which were de- Americans with Disabilities Act Civins of Evalyn Dunn’s Gallery in (ADA), more and more children with especially well in the many techni- tailed with Westfield was adapted from a photo- special needs are being included in cally-oriented segments of the third graph, pictured at the bottom left of Graham’s signature movement. palette, became al- mainstream community activities. FOR THE CHILDREN...Scotch Plains the painting, and translated to canvas “We have seen a turnaround in the The acoustic of this particular by Tine Kirkland Graham. most caricatures. resident Cynthia Newman wants par- way society relates to children with ents and society to know more about venue for the orchestral soloist, The shutters folded including children with special needs, specifically due to where they are pressed with the results. out in a cartoon-like special needs,” explained Newman, For Desi’s backdrop of dancing who has worked with children for instead of excluding them. placed, may tend to dampen solo manner and the players sound. Gluzman had to play colors, Graham selected hues like Michelle H. Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times over 25 years. “At one time these long to the local ‘Y.” LANDSCAPES ALIVE!...No boring tiny trees and over- chimney danced in harder to fill the hall. canary yellow, robin’s egg blue, grass the turquoise sky. children were institutionalized. Now However, according to Newman, green and goldfish orange, which, done sunsets here...Graham’s landscapes do the rhumba they play on soccer teams and be- The major highlight of the with color. One of Graham’s community programs do not always according to Civins, were not chosen have the resources to include a child evening came, however, with by specific direction, but Graham’s drawing class at the Summit Art with special needs, and she stresses Wroe’s sublime understanding of own imagination. As for Desi, he Center, Graham’s tighter drawing that acceptance of a child with spe- Antonin Dvoráks great “New was so adorably interpreted, he could style loosened up considerably. Pen & Ink:Ink:Pen cial needs into a program does not World” symphony – the excitement have barked his way off the canvas. The result? A more playful, ab- always equal inclusion. and force of a Solti performance When visiting Amelia Island in stract translation of interiors and land- Love Him or Hate Him: Eminem To illustrate her point, Newman combined with the passion of Florida, Civins first became familiar scapes, some of which ring true to related the story of a disabled child Bernstein. with Graham’s work and her hus- who had been included in a commu- Dvorák incorporated various Has True Staying Power nity program, but because of her American folk themes into his new By MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN disability was not able to participate symphony which was the result of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the activities. a recent visit to America — “ The the BestGifts by Freshman year in college was the era of the yellow-haired, smug “Some means should have been germs for the best of music lie Caucasian rapper Vanilla Ice and his one-hit wonder, “Ice Ice Baby” from made to allow the child to actively hidden among all the races that are American the album, “To The Extreme.” I was dragged into becoming one of his participate instead of passively ob- commingled in this great country.” serve,” she commented. Romantic elements of contrast disciples by a guy I was dating, Skippy, who idolized his rapping style, and “Special Needs, Successful Inclu- unfortunately, his tasteless taste in clothes. Less than a year later, Ice faded are highlighted in this work. Wroe rtists sion: A Guide to Planning Commu- worked adeptly to bring these ideas A nity Activities for Children with Spe- into obscurity – a white rapper in a sea of successful Black singers like M.C. forward. For example, the opening Hammer, who ruled the technique – and he would only resurface in VH1 cial Needs” was written to show both parents and organizations how to movement, with its thunderous tim- “Behind the Music” specials. successfully accomplish both accep- pani writing was pounded out ag- Less than 10 years later, Eminem tance as well as inclusion. gressively and purposefully. emerged with his simple white T- “The book will help the commu- The orchestra worked furiously; shirts, baggy denim jeans, and a crew nity welcome the child and the child’s belting out the supreme dynamic cut of blond hair … and we thought family in a supportive environment,” range required of them by the con- said Newman, adding that the publi- ductor — including the piercing we were going to see Ice all over cation will be helpful to families trumpet triplets which permeate the again … another white rapper trying with children who have a host of end of the dramatic first move- to be Black, fooling himself that he special needs, from medical issues ment. had enough grit to “represent.” We such as asthma, to Down’s Syndrome, One of Wroe’s strongest points is gave him 15 minutes, if he was lucky, to emotional disabilities. It addresses his overriding demand for detail — but we were fooling ourselves. services on a state, county, regional holding out phrases to perfection and estfield and national level. W Not only does Eminem have a allowing the music to “breathe,” as he Newman, a Licensed Clinical So- allowed the orchestra to do in the quick-witted, sharp-tongued rap- cial Worker with an Master’s in So- well-known pauses in the adagio. Artists Market ping style that surpasses any of the cial Work Degree from Rutgers, is These transitions were the real gems forefathers of Old School like Run- Regional Director of Early Interven- of the movement, which left the mu- tion Services in New Jersey, oversee- sically savvy hanging in anticipation. DMC, L.L. Cool J., or Grandmas- ing distribution of services in six ter Flash, he has held the attention HERE TO STAY...Eminem isn’t leav- counties for approximately 2400 Due to the exposed nature of this of mothers, GLAAD (The Gay & ing, so get used to him. children with special needs aged 0-3 writing, intonation problems were Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation), NOW (National Organization years, and their families. also highlighted – some within the viola section but especially with for Women), rebellious teenagers, stable teenagers, 40-year-olds, and In addition, she is a consultant to the childcare community, a child/ the second flute. senior citizens on hot, controversial topics. Whether you agree with family advocate and has been an The complicated syncopation of Continued on Page 19 adjunct professor at Rutgers Gradu- the third movement, highlighting a ate School of Social Work. She driving 6/8 folk-like tempo, was Local Celebrity News maintained a consulting and fam- exhilarating. ily therapy practice in Union The Jaws theme, which opens the County. last movement, set the tone for the Art &Fine Craft “Special Needs, Successful Inclu- maniacal tone which would carry sion: A Guide to Planning Commu- the audience to the end. Every solo WWWestfield YYestfield oungster Sweeps nity Activities for Children with Spe- entry was cued in perfectly, includ- at the Armory cial Needs” has been recently se- ing the steel toned solos of principal lected by the Educational Resources clarinet, William Shadel, and French Westfield NJ Information Center Clearinghouse horn solo by Sharon Moe as well as Local Piano Competitions on Disabilities and Gifted Education the syncopated off-beats, performed WESTFIELD – Gil Scott seventh grade Westfield team, at- to be distributed nationally and avail- so well by French horn section. . . Chapman, 12, the son of Mr. and tends concerts, plays video games able on their national database. Nov 29 30 Dec 1 Mrs. Gil Chapman of and enjoys outdoor ac- To obtain a copy, please call Westfield, won the Fourth tivities with his friends. (732) 699-0944, extension no 25. FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIAL Annual Andrew De Grado At Roosevelt School, Summit Chorale to Hold Piano Competition in Oc- Gil Scott plays the alto Auditions for New SeasonSeasonw 1/2 Price Admission with This Ad tober, after his perfor- saxophone in the band mance of “Butterfly” by and plays piano in the Coming Next Week: SUMMIT – The Summit Cho- Edward Grieg. jazz band. He has re- • Westfield resident, paesan rale, a 60-voice SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) chorus, will host audi- 100 Artists & Artisans In addition, Gil Scott has ceived piano instruction and author Dr. Stephen DeFelice previously won a Music from Dr. Loretta speaks about his first novel, “Old tions in all voice parts for the re- Educators Association Jankowski of Italian Neighborhood Values.” mainder of the 2002-2003 season, $ competition for his piano Mountainside since the Weekend Pass 6 • Artwork by Westfield native including two major concerts. solo performance in age of six. Rehearsals will be held on Tues- Kids under 10 Free March, and a Parent Gil Scott is currently Bonnie Boerer gets critiqued. • Thanksgiving dinner with rela- day evenings, January 7 and 14, from Teacher Student Associa- Gil Scott Chapman a member of the New Fri 5 pm - 8:30 pm tives: Is it all it’s cracked up to 7:45 to 10:15 p.m. on the campus of tion competition for his York Youth Symphony Drew University, Madison Avenue Sat 10 am - 6 pm piano composition in April of 2000. Chamber Music Program and the be? •Westfield teacher in Madison. Garyth Nair is Music Sun 10 am - 5 pm In his spare time, Gil Scott, a sev- New York Youth Symphony “Mak- Director. enth grader at Roosevelt Intermedi- ing Score” program. Anne Cohen dis- . . cusses importance For more information and an audi- 800 834 9437 ate School in Westfield, plays the He aspires to become a concert tion appointment, please call the saxophone in the church band, com- pianist/composer, a jazz musician, a of inspiring stu- www.american poses and plays his digital piano, writer and a professional basketball dents through cre- Chorale’s Personnel Manager at AmericanCraftMarketing.comcraftmarketing.com reads, writes, plays basketball on the player. ativity. (732) 698-1433 or visit www.summitchorale.org. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK