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Police Headquarters 973-226-0800 AREA DIRECTOR Brian P. O’Neill Fire Headquarters 973-226-0800 [email protected] All Borough Offices 973-228-6410 Administrator Extension 101 EDITOR Becky Clapper

Borough Clerk Extension 100 Writer Kat Krannich Mayor’s Office Extension 102 Building Permits Extension 106 CREATIVE TEAM Christie Joyce Construction Code Official Extension 112 Andy Jones Colleen Burrill Municipal Court Extension 109 Engineering Extension 107 contributors Kim Iannarone Sarah Jacobson Health/Welfare Extension 100 Melissa Faragasso Agnes Zienkiewicz Planning Board Extension 101 Bunny Jenkins Dennis Hiel Board Of Adjustment Extension 100 Kat Krannich Teddy Press Sydelle Barreto Maria Rampinelli Public Works Extension 106 Recreation Extension 113 NC Magazine Recycling Extension 106 Assistant Publisher Kamni Marsh Tax Assessor Extension 111 Tax Collector Extension 105 Broadway Square Mall Willowbrook Mall West Caldwell, NJ | 973.226.2726 www.michaelanthonyjewelers.com Wayne, NJ | 973.785.0330 Trash Collection Extension 100 Water Billing Extension 103

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Warm feelings of family and friends dominate during December, ber to take some wonderful holiday family photos and send them the holiday season that is centered on celebration of sharing and to me to be included in the next North Caldwell Magazine! gift giving. How fortunate we are to be residents of such a beautiful neighborhood. Let us not forget however, that not everyone is so Thank you again for all the positive feedback blessed. Remember to share what we can and donate to our favorite and keep the stories and photos coming! organization as part of ourNote holiday tradition. It is simple to help right here in North Caldwell or nearby to drop off canned goods at Sincerely, one of the community events.

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Gigantic players surround you. On your left is the forward attack man. Your ily scouted by major college and university there are 20 dressed players and two or men.net for more details and a schedule defense is still in the middle of the ice. hockey programs as well as professional three guys that may be hurt and/or inac- of their games. Admission for Michael’s The offense has the puck and they are hockey teams. tive for the game. Each team plays about Empire Division games and lower divi- closing in. You are the team’s only hope. 50 games for the season that runs from sions are free, but it is $5 to see the Elite He shoots. You are ready for this. You This past June, Michael Cuozzo tore his September through March. The Hit- and Premier Division games. If you like feel the adrenaline coursing through your meniscus, so he could not practice over men practice every Tuesday, Wednesday, to watch high-level amateur hockey up veins. You have been training for this. You the summer. Thankfully, he made a quick Thursday, and usually have two or three close and personal, then go see a game at stop the puck with your stick, and for the recovery and is able to play this season. games over the weekend. the Ice Vault in Wayne. Come out and moment, the weight of the world is lifted As of October 9th, Michael has played support Michael Cuozzo and the rest of off your shoulders. In situations like this, six out of the eight games, and the team To see Michael and the rest of the New the New Jersey Hitmen. being a hockey goalie can be one of the has six wins and two losses. On the team, Jersey Hitmen play, check www.jerseyhit- most stressful positions in sport. Michael Cuozzo, a North Caldwell resident, recently made it on to the New Jersey Hitmen Junior League Hockey team, ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS • DECKS Empire Division. He plays as one of their main goalies, and deals with these stress- 15 years experience- Servicing Bergen, Essex, and Passaic Counties ful situations every time he plays hockey. what he saw. The scout asked Michael if least to most advanced): 16 and under, 18 Home Imp. LIc. # 13VH05887900 he wanted to join the team, and Michael and under, Empire, Elite, and Premier. When he was four, Michael started fig- gladly accepted. He now plays at the Ice People from all over the northeast come ure skating, but did not like the sport, so Vault in Wayne with the New Jersey Hit- to the Ice Vault to play on the teams. Michael switched to ice hockey. At age 7 men. Meanwhile Michael is residing back Because the Hitmen are not a professional G I he started playing goalie. He played with at his home in North Caldwell and taking team, the players pay to play. This allows CONSTRUCTION the children of famous hockey players classes locally at Caldwell College while them to keep their amateur status. When like Martin Brodeur’s son when he was simultaneously pursuing his hockey career. someone plays Junior League hockey, they younger. Michael went to high school at maintain their eligibility to play hockey at Recently Completed Job Call Today the Salisbury School in Massachusetts, The New Jersey Hitmen hockey team the college level. Also, when a player par- 29 Deer Trail Rd North Caldwell New Jersey 973-508-9535 a school with an outstanding hockey is a part of a newly reconfigured junior ticipates in Junior Hockey, it keeps them program. Last year in Marlboro, Mas- hockey league called the United States available for athletic scholarships, since FREE Estimates- 24 hour Emergency service sachusetts, at the spring hockey showcase, Premier Hockey League (USPHL). In colleges usually only put 20 and 21 year Visit our website for testimonials @ www.giconstructionnj.com a scout for the New Jersey Hitmen liked the USPHL, there are five divisions (from olds on their teams. The USPHL is heav- North Caldwell Magazine North Caldwell Magazine 14 NeighborhoodNews December December NeighborhoodNews 15

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With Daylight Savings Time slowly approaching, John reminds us all to not only, change our clocks, but to also change our bat- teries in our smoke and carbon monoxide detectors so as to not volunteerspotlight have firefighters responding to false alarms. John admits that the worst part about the job is responding to a call that is the result of a dead battery and/or an outdated detector. He also asks us John D'Ascensio to keep our fire hydrants clear from snow when those winter By: Melissa Faragasso months arrive and never leave cooking unattended. Photo by John Paul Endress

It is clear when talking to John that he is enthusiastic and dedicat- We are lucky to have numerous men and women serving in ed to his job as Fire Chief. Without members like John, the rest of our community to ensure our safety, and Fire Chief John the Fire Department, and their families making the daily sacrifices D’Ascensio certainly does just that as a part of the North they do, we would not have the wonderful and safe community that Caldwell Fire Department. we do today. A great big thank you to Chief John D’Ascensio for departments; now he continues to do that via the Internet. He all his dedication and all the charitable work he has done to serve John grew up Newark in the North Ward and Vailsburg. He also comments that there is great cooperation and communica- our community and make North Caldwell the town it is today. If attended St. Benedict’s Preparatory School and from there, he tion between the North Caldwell Police, Fire, and Public Works anyone is interested in having a little excitement in their life by attended Seton Hall University where he studied Sociology. Departments. He remembers the unity displayed during the becoming a volunteer firefighter, and the department will train His love for fire service was prevalent ever since he was a little recent hurricanes and storms that affected the area, and says them and supply them equipment; to inquire, call 973-228-6437. boy, and in 1970, his family moved to North Caldwell and he approached the fire department to try and become a volunteer firefighter. He was subsequently told that he needed to be 21 to join the force. In 1972, he went back and joined, and has been serving ever since. He began first as a volunteer fireman, was pro- Piano Lessons moted to Lieutenant, then Assistant Chief, and eventually Chief.

just 5 years old. Christopher really enjoys hanging around the ECERE ROTHERS Today, John works full-time as a Construction Official in the Private Lessons in Your C B Township of Cedar Grove, but this has not had an impact on fire department, and so the day before he was scheduled for his Home or Mine. landscaping, llc his role in the Fire Department. His career has enhanced his very difficult and rare surgery in Texas, a few young firefighters & knowledge within the Fire Service. Even today, he is still taking brought the fire truck to his home and spent quality time with courses through the New Jersey Department of Community him and his family. “We’ve adopted him as the fire house pal,” Focusing on the beginning GREEN LAWNS SPRINKLER, LLC Affairs and the National Fire Academy to stay up to date on all John says, “He loves us and we love him”. piano student. procedures and safety techniques. Complete Landscape Design & Irrigation In his spare time, John enjoys spending time with his wife, Owners - Michael Cecere & Thomas Verrone Something John loves about the fire department is that it’s real- Janine, their two Labradors, Myles and Blaze and his family and "The best piano teacher ever." Toni friends. John admits that being a volunteer fireman is very time ly “made up of your neighbors”. The department really does con- 973-960-9797 sist of all different kinds of people, from students, to contractors, consuming. He believes the wives, girlfriends, and families of all Meher, West Orange Merryfi[email protected] to medical professionals, to civil servants and to retirees. “It’s the members of the fire department really deserve to be com- Custom Masonry • Brick Paver Walks, Patios & Driveways Blue Stone Walks & Patios • Retaining Walls & Steps • Drainage Systems a good mix,” John comments. As far as his role as Chief goes, mended for all they put up with. When duty calls, many family Planting Designs & Installations • Weekly Lawn Care • Property Maintenance John comments, “If it’s odd and unusual, it happens in North outings get pushed to the side, many a meal is missed and jobs Fertilizer Programs • Sprinkler Systems Caldwell”. A few incidents the department has responded to delayed but John and all the firefighters are truly thankful that include: a small plane being stuck in a tree, a Unabomber call, their families and employers continue to be understanding and and numerous storm related calls. supportive of their work. (973) 226-3002 cecerebrotherslandscaping.com John remembers one of the best days on the job, which included John also enjoys talking to different firefighters around the Established 1985 • Fully Insured another North Caldwell resident, Christopher Flanagan. Chris- country for tips and advice. Before he was married, John was NJ Irrigation Lic. #0021960 • Pesticide Lic. #98049A • Division of Consumer Affairs #13VH00426800 topher was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor when he was a real “fire buff ” and loved to travel the country visiting fire North Caldwell Magazine North Caldwell Magazine 16 NeighborhoodNews December December 17

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North Caldwell Welcomed New Residents Night on Thurs- day, October 17th 2013. About 40 new North Caldwell residents came to the borough hall for an informative ques- tion and answer followed by refreshments. It was hosted by Mayor Alessi, Chief Mark Deuer and the borough council members, the North Caldwell historical Society and the North Caldwell Recreation Department. North Caldwell Fire Chief John D'Ascencio also spoke. The Senior Citizen club was also in attendance.

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One characteristic of the Jarmel family of North Caldwell is that they always have a triumvirate of canine companions. Right now, Sookie, Shannah (pronounced Shay-nah) and Virgil are brightening their days. Shannah came to the family when an older dog, Chelsea, passed away, Maggie, the other dog at the time, was getting lonely. In turn, when Maggie passed away and Shannah got the hound dog blues, Sookie, a hound-beagle was welcomed into the Jarmel family. Virgil came to the family on a whim, while they were in Virgil, N.Y., they saw a sign for pup- pies and the rest was history.

Shannah, the oldest at nine, is calm, “she has a ‘leave me alone’ kind of attitude” said Deborah Jarmel, a senior at West Essex. “Sookie is the dominant, loud one” Jarmel added. But despite Shannah’s calm attitude, the Jarmel family can’t leave food on the counter for too long. “She once ate an entire pizza” said Jarmel. The family had left it in the box on the counter, and when they returned, the box was empty and Shannah was in trouble. Even more outrageously: Shannah had a knack of eat- ing pool cleaner in her puppy days. And though Sookie is the most bombastic of the three, “she’s terrified of water”, while the other two will swim.

Dinner time is somewhat of an ordeal at the Jarmel house as each dog has his or her own special dietary needs. “Virgil just wants everyone else’s food in addition to his own” said Jarmel.

Jarmel has gotten used to a lifestyle with dogs, “It’s never quiet, but I like it that way” said Jarmel. North Caldwell Magazine North Caldwell Magazine 26 NeighborhoodNews December December 27 to the council. During all the time it was never about him. He didn’t do it as a resume filler, a step to higher office, for publicity From the or for self-aggrandizement. Jimmy never talked a lot at meetings and that is not to say that he MAYOR’S did not contribute but he did not try to impress anyone with his business acumen of which he has a lot. No Jimmy is not the type of person who likes to hear the sound of his own voice or quibble. But when he does speak it is always measured, well thought out, insightful and succinct. And, believe me, I am not saying that we always agreed but I always respected his opinion and honesty. MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR, ANNUS Because of his strong silent type persona I gave him the nickname MIRABULAS and THE INDESPENSABLE MAN Coop [as in Gary Cooper]. Jimmy always “claimed he hated it”, By Mayor Joe Alessi but down deep I think he really was not all that unhappy about Photo by David Kaptein of David Kapteindesk... Photography being compared to a beloved Hollywood icon. After all Coop was a major star, smart, handsome, never played a bad guy and always got the girl. I am sure that he is going to be furious with me for his time of the year is for many us, ended by saying “Let us hope that next Old Farm Road. He often regaled me writing about him. However I can honestly say that everything myself included, our favorite; from year, 2013 will come to be known as with stories about what our town was like I have said about him is the absolute truth; he’s truly a great guy. ThanksgivingT - thru Chanukah, - thru Annus Mirabilis – a wonderful year.” In in those day: skating on Walker’s Pond Anyway, I am furious with him for deciding to retire from public Christmas, - thru New Year’s. For dur- large part, I think that has been true. Our and drinking hot chocolate provided by office. But as his past record of some 30 years of public service ing this season, we celebrate, enjoy and state, through the help of our Governor Carlee [Woody Walker’s wife] herself. assures, he will not retire from serving our town. There is a saying give thanks for all of our blessings. It is Christie, FEMA and other federal and He knew first- hand what it was like that goes “The cemetery is filled with indispensable people.” But all about family, friends, traditions, and state aid and Jersey grit, determination almost 60 years ago to grow up in North I’m not so sure that in Jimmy’s case that he is not the exception oh, yes eating. I guess a little bit of gift- and spirit survived, rebuilt and in some Caldwell. He attended the local schools that proves the rule. ing too and a whole lot of reminiscing cases thrived. But there is still a great graduated from WEHS, played sports and remembering. In that spirit we had more that needs to be done and it will and did all the things that boys did in the I wish you all a Happy Chanumas, a Merry Christnukah and all our annual Menorah and Christmas tree take a long time to complete, BUT I’ve “Father Knows Best” generation. And the rest in between. See you next year around town. lighting Joy, Peace and Goodwill festivi- always put my money on New Jersey after college he returned and married his ties on December 1, 2013. This year Cha- and she has never let me down. There are sainted wife Andee and they raised their nukah begins on Thanksgiving, Novem- a lot more good things that happened 2 sons Scott and Taylor at 41 Ferndale Mayor Joe ber 28 and runs through December 5, right here in North Caldwell: a Zero Terrace where Andee & Jimmy still live. Finally I have a little commercial to give. We are in the process 2013. Hot chocolate, music, a bonfire, hot municipal tax increase; no major storm, Being the type of person he is Jimmy of planning a Mayor’s Ball. I have asked Councilpersons Cyn- apple cider, children, parents and grand- we celebrated Halloween on October volunteered on the West Essex Rescue thia Santomauro and John Chiaia to work on this. And this year parents, and a visit from a special guest 31st for the first time since 2010; Grand- Squad, Juvenile Justice Conference Com- we are going to raise money for turf fields. Several people have who comes in on the fire truck. Always view Elementary, Gould School West mittee and Municipal Alliance and other said that want to get involved in fundraising for this cause. The a success and a great way to usher in the Essex Regional High School continue service organizations. cost of these have come down but the need, the desire and the season. I wish you and all of your loved to excel. And of course we were named willingness to donate have only increased. If anyone is interested ones the best holiday ever and the most by New Jersey Magazine as the 3rd best In 2001 he decided to show his dedica- please call town hall. AND REMEMBER: important gift of all, good health. Place to Live in New Jersey from over tion to public service in a different man- 500 municipalities. I can never hear that ner; he ran for and was elected to the In the December, 2012 issue of this mag- enough times. Borough Council. He served for many azine I wrote about the trials, tribula- years as the chair of the Public Safety save LANDSCAPE EXTERIORS THAT tions & testing we went through last year Part of the reason that we had an Annus Committee and since 2002 sat as a mem- with Sandy and called it our own Annus Mirabilis this year and in the past was ber of the Planning Board which in and the TRULY STAND APART Horribilis – Terrible Year – a term coined because of Jim Campbell our Coun- of itself is a very time consuming but MAYOR’S BALL 973-244-1410 SPONZILLI.COM by Queen Elizabeth 20 years before to cil President. Jimmy has served on the important job. For the last 3 years Jimmy SATURDAY, MARCHDate 8, 2014 describe her own particularly trying in Council for over a decade. We were has been the Council President. He is the THE VILLA at MOUNTAIN LAKES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE LANDSCAPE DESIGN 1992. Last year we endured and survived sworn in together. Jim grew up in North # 2 person who governs the town. We 90 ROUTE 46 EAST LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION LANDSCAPE LIGHTING MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ Hurricane Sandy, the worst national Caldwell. In 1956 at the age of 2 he and worked closely together during that time NJ License #: 21AS00098800 NY License #: 001914 disaster in the history of New Jersey. I his family moved to a newly built home as we did when we first elected together 07046 North Caldwell Magazine North Caldwell Magazine 28 NeighborhoodNews December December NeighborhoodNews 29 travel. “I can organize the entire vacation for you: contact each In addition to individual and group travel, Matilde is currently family member, handle all of the administrative details, ensur- building a Corporate Travel department, which allows small to ing that there is not one family member that is burdened with mid-size companies, who do not have travel departments, to have BUSINESS beat this task! Especially if that someone is you!” she adds. Matilde is their travel arrangements handled without hiring an employee. not limited to cruises, however, as she can do this for resorts and This is a tremendous savings to the bottom line, especially consid- land tours all around the world, such as Holy Land tours, the ering today’s economic environment. Organizing incentive pro- Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Asia, and just about any destination grams for sales teams is also a growing segment of the business. your heart desires! “Vacations are excellent motivators for any sales organization, and they produce results!” Matilde has a very strong corporate Through this franchise, Matilde has established relationships background of 30 years to add to her qualifications in this arena. with the best of the best vendors, including the best cruise lines, She is also bi-lingual, speaking both English and Italian. She also the best all-inclusive resorts, the best land tours, etc. She has understands Spanish, as it was her first language. “A voyage of the soul!” access to group rates, and is informed of all the promotions offered by each of the vendors. In many ways, she is a “travel Ironically, Matilde’s whole story began when her mom and dad Travel matchmaker” for her clients. “Once I get to know each of my left Naples, Italy on a three-week voyage via ship to Uruguay clients, I can then match them to the appropriate travel arrange- back in 1956. They pursued a new beginning, started their mar- In September of 1966, Matilde Pope traveled on her first flight ments”. Matilde’s clients can save time and money since there ried life and the Gioino family was born, making travel not only as a four-year-old, immigrating to the USA on a Pan Am flight are no fees involved for her services, and if there are any promo- part of Matilde’s heritage and family history, but also a love that from Montevideo, Uruguay to New York, New York. “I remem- tions or group rates available, she ensures that her clients will blossoms in her heart and soul. ber my mom in high heels and a dress, my one-year-old sister receive those benefits. “Since my clients have busy lives and full crying in her arms, and my nine-year old-sister and I holding schedules of their own, they enjoy letting me do the work for on tightly to each of her sides,” she says. There was both sad- them! It is a win-win for everyone! Many times, I am aware of ness and excitement; a sadness, as they left behind their home, promotions that they may not have found after many hours of grandparents, family and friends, yet an excitement as the family searching the Internet,” she states. anticipated their new lives in America!

Destiny was about to take a favorable turn. After ten years of filing paperwork, obtaining a work sponsor in the USA, and creeping up on the “waiting list”, Matilde’s dad finally received the approval to immigrate to the USA! This would be his sec- ond attempt at a new beginning, as ten years prior, Matilde’s mom and dad left Naples, Italy via “cruise ship” to Uruguay. So, Operations of National Accounts. Something she really looked off her dad went to prepare their new home in Belleville, NJ. forward to was the domestic travel that she took part in. From After a few months, and on this day in September, Matilde was there, she went on to work as Manager of U.S. Operations of a about to not only see her new home, but also be reunited with London-based company, Arthur Sanderson & Sons. She trav- her dad, whom she missed so much! “I was so happy to see eled internationally and met with HQ management in London, my dad again. And, I will never forget how beautiful our new including the CEO and the Canadian team on a regular basis. apartment was,” Matilde reminisces, “Our bedroom had white “I have always looked for opportunities to travel throughout my furniture and pink bedding and curtains. My Dad had toys corporate career,” she adds. ready for us to play with and candy in the cupboard. Dreams were coming true, and that was my introduction to travel and to Recently, Matilde realized that ever since that day in 1966, she the United States of America!” feels the most excitement permeating through her soul each and every time she heads to the airport and boards a plane. She Matilde enjoys traveling not only for vacations and leisure, but decided that instead of looking for careers that involved travel- also for her corporate career. Her career started during her ing; why not make travel her whole career. After much research, senior year of college at Montclair State University, after par- in June of 2013, she purchased a Cruise Planners Franchise, ticipating in a co-op program. She was hired on part time basis an agency designed to provide quality service and competitive by IBM Corporation, and upon graduation, was offered full pricing for individual and group travel. “It has been an excit- time employment. She was identified as a “fast-track” manage- ing time as I became an active part of this industry,” she says. ment candidate. She received the best management training Matilde enjoys organizing group and multi-generational travel, available and quickly progressed to Manager of Administrative and believes that cruises are the perfect venue for that type of North Caldwell Magazine North Caldwell Magazine 30 NeighborhoodNews December December 31

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FOR SALE Thule 941 Docking Station bicycle rack. Good condition--Replacement FOR SALE: ANTIQUE COPPER and BRASS FIRE EXTINGUISHER, Vintage: 1910-1930, knob needed which I have and not yet installed. Two Inch hitch or adopter needed. Condition: Good, complete with original sprayer hose and nozzle, still has purchase tag Rack is located in North Caldwell still attached, needs some polishing. 973-226-1606 New almost $400 - Asking $175 - Call 973-713-7217 Local dedicated and experienced teacher and tutor. Certified most insurances accepted FOR SALE: ANTIQUE ENGLISH COVERED REVOLVING SERVER, 18th Century Silverplate Elementary and Secondary Language Arts and English teacher. I have years of experi- with bone handle. Carries Hallmark; JR&S, John Round & Son, EPNS, numbered 32925, ence tutoring and teaching students of all ages and abilities and greatly enjoy working Circa 1865. 973-226-1606. with students. I will be happy to furnish references. Outdoor Patio • 30 beers on tap Morgan Reade L.Ac M.S. Karen D'Alessandro - 973-476-7566 - [email protected] 624 Bloomfield Ave, Verona NJ 07044 973-239-0544 | www.veronainn.com 750 Bloomfield Ave, Verona | 6 Green Village Rd, Madison GUITAR LESSONS FOR ALL AGES AND MUSICAL STYLES. Paul Gargiulo, profes- www.njadvancedacupuncture.com | 201-400-2261 sional guitarist and performer, with 25 years of experience, from Berkelee School of Music. Instruction in all styles and techniques while learning your favorite songs on acoustic or electric guitar. Paul holds guitar and songwriting awards that span his 25 years and is a performing musician today. Contact Paul at 1-973-403-8039 or paul@ paulgargiulo.com

FOR SALE: Crate & Barrell English Roll Arm Sofa in great condition w/removable arm covers & 2 matching Pillows. upholstered in beautiful Riker Sage custom fabric and ® has classic Black Walnut turned front legs w’casters.Dimensions: 73”w x 42”d x 34”h. Introducing NEW SmartStrand Silk™ Original purchase price was $2,142.00 asking $795.00 Luxuriously soft. phone: 973-226-4310 Exceptionally durable. FOR SALE: Animal Trophy Head. Majestic, taxidermy Sable. Captured in Mozanbique, Africa. Rich, dark brown and white coloration. Horns curved back and ringed. Large (4’ x 2’ wide). $900. Compare at smaller heads selling for $1,200 and over. (973) 226-0922. SmartStrand Silk with DuPont Sorona is the ONLY luxuriously soft carpet that cleans with just water and has built-in stain and soil protection that never washes or wears off.

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