The Bridgewater-Raritan High School football team is preparing for its upcoming season. See Page 28.
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Families reconnect based on one Raritan man’s experiences in World War II See Page 7.
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Goats, Cows and Sheep Invade North Branch Park The 4-H Fair attracts hundreds over three days to celebrate animals, electronics and more. By Audrey Levine The 4-H Fair returned to North Branch Park Aug. 7, 8 and 9, enticing animal lovers and many more to come out and enjoy what was a slightly rainy few days. The fair is held every year to celebrate the different 4-H clubs and organizations. Representatives from across the county headed out to the fair to show off their knowledge of different kinds of animals, foods and other things that included model airplanes, R.C. cars and more. Tents held exhibits in the arts and sciences, and other areas housed all kinds of animals, including alpacas, sheep, cows, goats, horses, rabbits and even endangered dogs. One such dog was the Ot-
terhound, which just became an AKC Champion. Once only owned by royalty in England, which created the breed, there are now only 800 of this type of dog left. “I am aspiring to be a breeder,” said Branchburg resident Barbara Follett, who works with the Otterhound. “These dogs need to be saved.” The fair also featured performances from Bridgewater musicians, a demonstration by the Country Hills Fire Department and so much more over the three-day, kind of rainy, event.
For more photos from the 4-H Fair, see page 11.
Sandra Forktus, of Raritan, poses with one of the goats, Sassy, as part of the Somerset County Udder Club. Forktus celebrated her final year with the 4-H Club, and is attending Raritan Valley Community College as she studies to be a veterinarian. “I was born in Hillsborough and my family had a farm,” she said. “I love animals and want to be a vet.” Forktus said she works with the goats to make them peoplefrendly. “It makes everything easy,” she said.
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By Bruce Doorly bdoorly@verizon.net Those who were at John Basilone’s Welcome Home Parade in 1943 are being encouraged to wear a special commemorative t-shirt to this year’s parade, being held Sept. 22 This year is the 70th anniversary of John Basilone’s 1943 welcome home parade. After Basilone was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for
The t-shirt being sold for those at the original Basilone parade. heroism at Guadalcanal, he was ordered home to sell war bonds. But first, his hometown of Raritan held a welcome home parade in his honor on Sept. 19, 1943. More than 30,000 people attended to see the local hero. The parade was covered by “Life Magazine” and “The Fox Movietone News.” Almost all who attended said it was truly a once in a lifetime event. To help commemorate that historic parade, the Basilone Parade Committee is asking those who were there in 1943 to wear a special t-shirt to this year’s parade. The t-shirt says, “I was at John Basilone’s Welcome Home Parade in 1943”. There is a photo of the 1943 parade on both sides of the shirt. The t-shirts are $12 each, and can be purchased at Agway of Raritan, on 77 Thompson Street See Volunteers, Page 4
By Audrey Levine Some see them as simply armed guards patrolling the schools to thwart any potential tragedies. But to those police officers serving as school resource officers on a daily basis, the job is so much more than that. “The students are our future,” said Bridgewater Township Police Officer John Bezak, who has been serving as an SRO in the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District since January. “If I have a chance to make the students’ lives better, that’s why I’m here.” The school district and Bridgewater Township recently reached an agreement to place a second school resource officer in the district, mostly in the high school. Discussions about the possibility of a second SRO began following the tragic shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT, in December 2012. The school district set aside funds in its 2013-2014 school budget to pay for another officer. An agreement was reached in July that sees the district paying all costs for that additional officer, and the township agreeing to increase the number of police officers in the township from 74 to 75 to accommodate. Bridgewater Township Police Chief Richard Borden said a new
(L-R) Bridgewater Police Officers Scott Hobbs and John Bezak. officer will be hired to replace the one who is moved into the school district. “This gives us the ability to move an officer to the school,” he said. Borden said the department has been placing an SRO in the district for years, since even before the Columbine High School shootings in 1999. “We were one of only a few departments in the county with officers in the district,” he said. “We always thought it was a positive.” “With the number of kids in the high school, and the fact of it being like a small city, we thought it wouldn’t be a bad thing,” he added. But the purpose of placing the officer in the school was never just about preventing an incident, although that is one part.
Borden said it is about the relationships forged between the students and the police officer, who is available to serve as another ear to listen in times of need. “The best feeling is after they are gone from the school and they still remember you,” said Bridgewater Township Police Officer Scott Hobbs, who was an SRO for 10 years, ending in 2009. “A girl I saw said, ‘I was in trouble (in high school), and you helped me out.’” Bezak said that some students, particularly in the high school, see a police officer and think of a person who hands out tickets and arrests criminals. Being in the school, he said, he hopes to change that. “I say that I’m not what they expect,” he said. “The kids are approachable See SRO, Page 5
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Lauren Cascio was the recipient of the $1,000 2013 Sanford Orthodontics Scholarship Award, which requires that applicants write an essay or poem about the power of a smile. Lauren started her own business at age 16 called SkimGirl, which created apparal and accessories for the female skim boarder. At the time she created the company, she had her braces removed, and said having straight teeth helped boost her confidence and give her the selfassurance she needed to present her product to the public. In the fall, Lauren will attend The College of New Jersey.
Jo-Ann Liptak and Victor Nazario were married June 30 at Saint Ann’s Church in Raritan. Father Edmund Luciano III was the celebrant and Monsignor Michael Corona gave the blessing. The bride was escorted by her godson, Matthew Gens. Peggy Gens, the bride’s cousin, was Matron of Honor, and Adam Nazario, the groom’s son, was Best Man. Other members of the wedding party were Alex Wright, the groom’s grandson; Austin, Ethan and Riley Ann Gens, nephews and niece of the bride; and Jakob and Madison Gara, friends of the couple. The bride, who will retain her maiden name, has a bachelor’s degree from Rowan University and a master’s degree from The College of New Jersey. She retired from the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District in 2002 and is serving her second term as the mayor of Raritan Borough. The groom has a bachelor’s degree from The InterAmerican University and a master’s degree from Farleigh Dickinson University. He is a language teacher at The Pingry School. After a wedding trip to the Caribbean, the couple will live in Raritan Borough.
Rachel Brodsky and Eric Sherman, both 2013 graduates of Bridgewater-Raritan High School, were each awarded The Larry Cubas Scholarship, worth $1,000, from the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center. Rachel will be attending The College of New Jersey and Eric will attend Elon University, and both received the scholarship at the JCC’s annual meeting on June 18. The scholarship, in honor of Larry Cubas, is awarded to seniors who have played basketball for their high schools or in the JCC League, while also demonstrating commitment to community activities and planning to attend a twoyear or four-year accredited college in the fall.
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Bridgewater resident Travis Kuhlman recently returned from a 27-month Peace Corps assignment as an agricultural technician in Nicaragua, where he assisted in a village outside Esteli, building outdoor ovens and organizing community activities. A 2010 humanities graduate of Washington College in Chestertown, MD, Kuhlman intends to continue his studies, concentrating on animal health.
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College News
Philip Lopez, a graduate of Bridgewater-Raritan High School and a 2013 graduate of Marist College, received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Scholarship to teach English at Bac Lieu University in Vietnam. Philip will Lopez travel abroad for the 2013-2014 school year through the program. Philip graduated from Marist with a double major in business administration with an emphasis in emerging economies, and political science with an emphasis in public affairs. Elizabeth Teeling, daughter of Tim and Patty Teeling of Bridgewater, graduated from the Pennsylvania State University, University Park. Elizabeth graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary and kindergarten education. She will be continuing her education for a Masters of Education degree at the Peabody College at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. Ryan P. Wick of Bridgewater, a 2010 graduate of BridgewaterRaritan High School, graduated on May 18 as a junior from Binghamton University, College of Arts and Sciences. He was awardWick ed his B.A. in German Language and Literature by President Harvey G. Stenger. He is currently living in Germany. Ryan is the son of Peter and Valerie Wick.
On May 19, Tayler Alyse Siegrist graduated from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA. She obtained Magna Cum Laude Siegrist honors as an accounting major and German minor. This August, Tayler will
Bridgewater resident Preethika Chithapuram earned her place on the Dean’s List for the Spring 2013 semester at the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. A grade point average of 3.5 or higher is required for the honor. Bridgewater resident Matthew Harold Archibald was named to the Dean’s List at the University of Rochester for the spring 2013 semester. Archibald, son of Robert Archibald and Maureen Madar, is a freshman majoring in electrical engineering. He is a graduate of Bridgewater-Raritan High School.
Scholarships
Peter Padula and Emma Triantis, both 2013 graduates of Bridgewater-Raritan High School, were among eight other students who received $500 scholarships from the Millington Savings Bank. Students were chosen for scholarships based on criteria that included academic achievement, participation in extracurricular activities and work experience. The scholarships were presented at a luncheon on June 12 at the Red Oak Grille in Basking Ridge.
Awards
Mellissa Smutko, of Bridgewater, was named a 2013 Outstanding 4-H’er of Somerset County. Mellissa has been part of cooking and sewing groups, as well as the small animal and double Dutch jump rope clubs. In addition, she was a founding member of the double Dutch Club, and will be a junior leader next year. Mellissa has also served as a volunteer camp counselor at the 4-H TOPS Camp, and recently volunteered at the 4-H Science-Sational Day and the 4-H Fair. She also served as a Somerset County 4-H representative to the Citizenship Washington Focus, a national 4-H leadership opportunity. Jennifer Versfelt, of Bridgewater, was named a 2013 Outstanding 4-H’er of Somerset County. Jennifer has been in both Pawsabili-
ties and Gingersnaps for six years, and is currently the club president of Pawsabilities, updating the club constitution, and running dog shows and fundraisers. She also served as the Somerset County 4-H Health Ambassador for four years. Jennifer works at the TOPS Camp, with the youngest campers, where she serves as a role model for them. Ernest Hall, of Raritan, was recently recognized for service and dedication to the 4-H at the Somerset County Outstanding Alumni for 2013. As a teenager, Ernest was a member of the 4-H horse club and rocketry club. As an adult, he has worked on county events like the 4-H Open House, Science-Sational Day, CloverCon, the BIG Rummage Sale and the 4-H Fair. During the State 4-H Hippology and Horse Judging contest, Ernest used his culinary knowledge to set up a dinner for more than 100 people. The Bridgewater Woman’s Club gave out many awards in June. The organization awarded grants to Stephanie Gonsales and Jennifer Versfelt, from the Somerset County Vocational and Technical High School, to attend a Girls Career Institute on the Douglas College campus in June. The club also awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Rachel Glassman, a senior from Bridgewater-Raritan High School, who will be attending Westchester University to study elementary education. The club will hold its next meeting Sept. 10 at the Bridgewater Township Library at 9:30 a.m.
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Bridgewater Offers Bulky Trash Removal
The township is offering its bulky trash drop-off dates for September. The drop-off will be at 15 Polhemus Lane, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on three Saturdays. Areas 1 and 2 (Bradley Gardens, Country Club Road and Meadow Road areas) are scheduled for Sept. 14. Areas 3 and 4 (Martinsville area) are scheduled for Sept. 21. Areas 5 and 6 (Thomae and Finderne areas) are scheduled for Sept. 28. Acceptable items include rugs, appliances, furniture and household trash. Tires will not be accepted.
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Congratulations to the winner of The BReeze’s ad symbol contest, Gail Maurer, of Bridgewater. Maurer won a $40 gift certificate to Little Shanty, in Warren. In the above photo, Maurer receives her prize from Little Shanty founder and CEO Jonathan Lidz. Little Shanty is a family owned restaurant located in the Kings Shopping Center at 14 Mt Bethel Road in Warren. Everything is cooked to order and ranges from healthy to indulgent with the stated goal of thrilling everyone in the back of your minivan or SUV. Even the pickiest eater in your family will find something they love at Little Shanty. Our juicy hamburgers are made from a custom blend of angus beef and are served on toasted artisan baked brioche buns. Our salads feature a range of fruits and vegetables sourced from some of our region’s finest purveyors. Our favorites include the All Year Round Summer Salad, the Harvest Grilled Vegetable Salad and the Garden Salad. Any of our salads can be topped with a chicken breast, turkey burger, veggie burger or hamburger. No meal at Little Shanty is complete without a side of our famous Grandma’s French fries or Almost Famous Gluten Free Onion rings. To wash it all down, we recommend a glass of our homemade lemonade or a thick and delicious Wicked Goodie Milkshake made with Gifford’s Ice Cream. We have an extensive Gluten free menu featuring breads from Udi’s Bakery that are completely peanut free.
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The Raritan Library is also looking for adults who are interested in joining the newly formed “Friends of the Raritan Public Library,” a non-profit organization to benefit the local library. The first monthly meeting will be held there Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. on East Somerset Street in Raritan. For more information, call Joyce at 908-722-5737.
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Volunteers Needed to Drive Vets in Parade
There are plenty of events happening at the Raritan Borough Library throughout the next few weeks. Read on, and make sure to check them out! Sept. 12 — A screening of the adult movie “True Grit” at 6 p.m. Sept. 22 — On John Basilone Parade Day, the Basilone Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26 — Check out “Corn: Simply A-Maize-ing” at 6:30 p.m. Food historian Judith Krall-Russo will tell the history of corn and the folklore from ancient times to modern farmers. Oct. 5 — The Fall Festival Open House will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Harvest activities will include pumpkin painting and making candied apples.
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The crowd of 30,000 people gathered in Raritan 70 years ago to celebrate the first ever parade honoring war hero John Basilone. Volunteers from Page 1 in Raritan. Those in attendance at this year’s parade who were not present at the first one 70 years ago are encouraged to find any senior citizens who are wearing the “I was there in 1943” t-shirts and ask them about that magical day in 1943 when 30,000 people came to Raritan to honor a hero. The Basilone Parade Commit-
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SRO Often Seen as Role Model to Any Students in Need SRO from Page 1 once you can break down those barriers,” Hobbs added. It’s not just the high school kids who benefit from having the officers around. The SRO also rotates among the elementary, intermediate and middle schools— although there is a far different perspective among the younger students. “You’re a hero to the younger kids,” Bezak said. “As they get older, they view how to do things differently.” “I give presentations to the younger kids, and they see the officer is not just a badge and a gun,” he added. Borden said that, unfortunately, with the elimination of the DARE program a few years ago, it is harder for students to adjust to having an officer in the school. “Kids were more used to seeing an officer in uniform with a firearm,” he said. “They were acclimated to seeing an officer there.” During his first few months as an SRO, Bezak said, he visited Eisenhower Intermediate, and sat
down with the students in the cafeteria. The first reaction from the students was of concern. “The kids asked if there was a problem,” he said. “I said no, I was just there to hang out.” “We are getting kids to realize we are not just here to put on handcuffs,” he added.
Motivated Officer is Key The person serving as the SRO officer, Borden said, has to want to interact with youth. Not every officer wants do that, and so this motivation is key in finding someone who would fit in well in the district. “The person has to have the social skills to be with the students on a daily basis,” he said. “The officer has to be able to send a positive message.” Most importantly, Borden said, the officer has to be OK with being a role model for students. Hobbs said it is also important to want to be in the schools because the students can tell if the officer isn’t interested. “It is hard to fake it,” Borden
said. “We don’t want someone who doesn’t want to be there.” In addition, Borden said, they don’t want to pick an officer who is still considered a “rookie.” “We have to get an officer who is well-rounded, not someone who doesn’t have good knowledge of the job,” he said. And, Borden said, the officer has to have had experience working in an investigation with a juvenile. “The person has to have a whole knowledge base, not someone with little experience,” he said. Bezak said problems at the schools can range from a simple food fight in the cafeteria to abuse at home. “One minute you could be talking about curriculum, and the next it could be about an abusive household,” he said. Being able to understand how to deal with all these situations takes training for the officers. The department will be sending two officers to a week-long course in September to train for the role.
Bezak said the training in- vidual was cognizant of an offivolves understanding how to cer being on the premises. There separate between incidents that had to be a plan around him.” Borden said there is a retired the SRO should handle and those that should be left to the school lieutenant colonel who speaks administration. They learn how out about the use of an SRO, and to stop problems before they be- says that the number 1 deterrent come crimes, and how to deal to an intruder coming into the with all sorts of situations stu- school is having an armed officer. “He preaches dents may have that if there is to handle. “We are getting kids an armed offiBut of course, to realize we are not cer within two Borden said, just here to put on to three minthere is no meautes, the crime surable way to handcuffs. “ is stopped betell if the work —Officer John Bezak cause they have they are doing foiled the plan,” has been sucBorden said. “As soon as a (percessful. “There is no way to scale,” he petrator) is confronted, they drop said. “Nothing has happened, so the weapon because they don’t know what to do.” we are successful.” On the whole, there are misThat includes the prevention of a planned 2009 incident that conceptions about the program, could have been a tragedy in the Borden said, but when it is done district. Officer Art Akins was well, the officers are able to help the SRO at the time, and a stu- as needed. “When the program is rundent approached him because she knew of a crime being planned in ning well, people are aware of it,” Hobbs said. “Then we are not the school. “Something was going to oc- going to have any backlash when cur,” Borden said. “And the indi- we say we need it.”
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Scrapbook Discovery Leads to Trans-Ocean Friendship The daughters of late Raritan resident Anthony Musz meet the family he befriended while in Belgium during World War II.
By Bruce Doorly bdoorly@verizon.net Late Raritan resident Anthony Musz, who passed away in 1986, never told his daughters, Cindy and Cathy, about his experiences in World War II—but he did leave a detailed scrapbook that his daughters re-discovered in the attic a couple of years ago. Ironically, around the same time, the two daughters were given copies of 17 letters that their dad wrote home during the war to Raritan tavern owner Tony Orlando. Through these letters and scrapbook they, along with this author, pieced together their father’s World War II story. Part of Musz’s story was that he became good friends with the Estievenart family in Belgium (who had six children) when the U.S. Army was camped there for several months. This friendship began after the U.S. liberated Belgium from the Germans. The Belgian people were grateful to the U.S. soldiers and many families welcomed the U.S. soldiers into their homes. Last year, this author, along with Musz’s daughters, was able to locate the Estievenart family. The surviving family members said they were amazed to be contacted by Musz’s family, and that he came to their home often. One son, Ferdinand, said he remembered how Musz brought chocolates to his youngest sister, special treats that she had never eaten before. Ferdinand said that he comes to America each year to visit his children—and the next time he visits, he would be thrilled to meet Musz’s daughters. This summer, Ferdinand was in Baltimore, and he invited Cindy and Cathy to meet him for lunch. This author was honored to be invited to attend the meeting. On July 23, we headed to Baltimore, discussing our concerns about how the meeting would go and if there would be much to talk about. Soon after our arrival, we met Ferdinand, now in his mid-80s, who was very sharp and a good storyteller. Cindy and Cathy, along with Ferdinand, took out old photos, and the talk of the war and friendships made flowed freely—we learned that Musz kept in touch with the Estievenart family for many years after the war. Ferdinand had his own interesting war story, which he shared with us. In 1940, four years before the Estievenart family met Musz, the Germans had conquered Belgium. Life was hard under the German occupation, and food was often scarce. One could be harassed, imprisoned or even killed for a small or perceived violation. There was a curfew at night, and the Belgian people were forbidden from listening to the British News on the radio. But that did not stop Ferdinand’s dad from listening, which he did quite often. When Ferdi-
Ferdinand with Cindy and Cathy Musz nand’s dad was caught listening, he was taken away to prison. The family worried about his fate, but he was released after several days of interrogation. Ferdinand, then a teenager, also had his altercations with the Germans. With food scare and the family hungry, he and his brother would sneak onto farmland that was guarded by German patrols, often managing to steal some food. One night, they were spotted by German guards, who pointed their guns at them. The boys had realized that a confrontation like this was possible, and, upon being spotted, they did not run, choosing instead to turn their flashlights on themselves to show that they were just teenage boys who were surrendering. The Germans took them to the local prison where they were questioned and released with just a warning. With the ongoing shortage of food, there were times when the Estievenarts did not have enough food for all family members. In this situation, the family would feed the little ones first. Whatever was left over, if anything, would
go up the line to the older family members. Not only were they often hungry, but they were often cold too. To help solve this problem, Ferdinand and his brother turned their energies toward “obtaining” coal. They learned to quickly climb aboard a recently stopped freight train, throw some coal off and then jump off to hide in the weeds before the train conductor could spot them. In October 1944, the U.S. liberated Belgium. Soon after that, the Estievenarts met Musz, who hung out at their home, often playing cards. They became very close; the Estievenart mother even did his laundry for him. On Dec. 17, 1944, the Germans, in a surprise attack, entered Belgium again. The U.S. troops were caught off guard and pushed back, but they were once again taking over Belgium. The Estievenart family needed to escape the approaching Germans. There was a wholesale movement of the Belgian people, but there were few vehicles and no mass transit, so the family had to flee on foot. They walked many miles, braving the weather,
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The Somerset County Park Commission Summer Concert Series featuring The Duprees has been rescheduled after it was postponed July 28 due to rain. The free concert will be held at 6 p.m. at Duke Island Park.
September 10
Living With RSDS, a non-profit that supports education and awareness for Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome, is holding a photojournalistic display of patient stories in September at the Bridgewater Township Library on Vogt Drive. The project, named “The INvisible Project,” was created in 2010 to bring awareness to those who deal with this incurable neurological syndrome. September is “National Pain Awareness Month,” and the exhibit will honor those who deal with chronic pain. There will be a reception on Sept. 10 at 5:30 p.m., with a presentation from a local medical facility that works with patients. The program is cosponsored by the library. For more information, contact Sharon Weiner at slweiner@hotmail.com.
September 10
The United Way of Northern New Jersey is holding Financial Stability Mentor Training at the facility on Route 22 West in Bridgewater. The event will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For those who have completed the United Way’s free 12-hour core mentor training program, this session will provide additional skills to specialize in financial stability mentoring. The course is four hours, with a second session from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 12, and will help volunteers understand how to mentor in paying off debt and building savings.
To pre-register for the program, contact Melissa Cooper at 973993-1160, ext. 112.
September 10
The Holistic Moms Network will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. at the Bridgewater Library on Vogt Drive. The program is called “Macrobiotics & Visual Diagnosis,” and special guest speaker John Kozinski, MEA, will share his knowledge of macrobiotics and visual diagnosis, a system that helps people find out about the health of organs through clues in the hands and face. For more information, call 908-203-1422, or email pmalangi@gmail.com.
September 11
Wegmans, on Route 202 in Bridgewater, will be hosting a book signing with celebrity chef Michael Symon. The event will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Those wishing to attend must purchase a copy of his book at Wegmans to receive a free voucher to attend the signing. The book can be purchased, for 30 percent off at the service desk, and only one voucher is needed per family.
September 14
The Somerset Patriots are holding the 5th Annual Somerset Patriots 5K Run at TD Bank Ballpark, beginning at 9 a.m. The event will benefit The Somerset Patriots Children’s Educational & Sportsmanship Foundation, and will feature a course that loops around the ballpark and finishes with a lap around the warming track of the playing field. Runners will end at home plate. Registration includes a t-shirt for the first 250 registered runners, as well as a goody bag and complimentary ticket to the game
against the Long Island Ducks at 7:05 p.m. The winners of the 5K will be recognized on the field after the race, with awards given to the overall male and female winners, in addition to winners of each age group.
September 14
The Bradley Gardens Community Church, on Old York Road in Bridgewater, will be holding its annual Flea Market from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Gather all your unwanted possessions and rent a space for $10, prepaid, or $15 on the day of sale. Or you can just search for treasures. There will be breakfast snacks and chili dogs available for sale. There will also be games and farm animals for the kids. For vendor information, call Diane at 908-720-5731.
September 15
The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, on Talamini Road in Bridgewater, is hosting its annual open house. Open to the entire community, the event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and visitors will have the chance to meet the staff and tour the facility. In addition, detailed information about membership, preschool and camp will be available. Anyone who joins the JCC during the open house will have their joiner fee waived. In addition, new members will be able to save 50 percent on a Star membership upgrade.
September 16
The first meeting of the Washington Valley Garden Club for the 2013-2014 season will be at 10 a.m. at the Bridgewater Township Library on Vogt Drive. Members Debbie Perez and Dorothy Smullen will present “Flower Crafts.” Light refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m. New members are always welcome. Email wvgardenclub@gmail. com for more information.
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September 19
The United Way Caregivers Coalition meeting will be held at the Shimon & Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center on Talamini Road in Bridgewater from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The meetings are open to the public and are held on the third Thursday of the month. Anyone with an interest in caregiving is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Stephanie Howland at 908-253-6524.
September 20
Immaculata High School is holding Spartan Grade School
Band Day in conjunction with the big Immaculata vs. Ridge High School football game. Students are invited to rehearse with the band after school and learn a pep song, march with the band and then watch the halftime show. The cost of attending is $10 and includes a pre-game dinner, ticket to the football game and a t-shirt to wear to the game. The event is open for students in grades four through eight. To register, call the IHS Music Department at 908-722-0200, ext. 132.
September 20
The Church of Saint Joseph, on East Somerset Street in Raritan, will be holding its Sixth Annual Fancy Basket Tricky Tray Event. An entrance ticket into the event costs $20, and includes a sheet of tier-one prize tickets and a light supper. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the drawing begins at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information on the event, call the rectory at 908-725-0163, ext. 10, or Elaine at 908-369-7051.
September 22
The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center will be holding its Sixth Annual Larry Cubas Memorial 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament at the facility on Talamini Road in Bridgewater. The divisions are Men’s Open, Women’s Open and Men’s Over 35, with an all-inclusive admission fee of $120 per three-person team and $160 per four-person team. Team registration is required by Sept. 12. Prizes will be awarded to each team division winner. The program benefits the Larry Cubas Endowment Scholarship Fund. Checkin for the men’s over 35 division is 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., and 11 a.m. to noon for the women’s and men’s open. To register, call the JCC at 908-725-6994, ext. 201.
September 22
Uneeda Discount Appliance, Electrolux and Williams Harley Davidson will be sponsoring its 4th Cruisin’ for Kids Charity Ride. The fundraiser is $25 per person, with proceeds going to benefit the American Cancer Fund. The ride will begin at Uneeda on Route 202 in Raritan, and end at Landslide Saloon on Route 173 in Asbury. There will also be food, live music by “The Professors,” a Chinese auction and a 50/50. Registration is between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., with the race beginning at 11 a.m. Those who pre-register before Sept. 13 will also receive a t-shirt and wristband. Call 908-431-9800 for more information.
October 1
The Somerville Elks Lodge, on Union Avenue in Bridgewater, will host Fight the Flu through the Community Visiting Nurses Association. It will be a flu immunization clinic, with all proceeds benefiting Home Health Care Programs in the community. Those looking to get the immunization must be 18 years or older, and the cost is $25 or free with
Medicare Part B. The clinic will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
October 4
Compassionate Care Hospice will hold its annual Lee National Denim Day at its facility on Lamington Road in Branchburg to celebrate 18 years of fighting breast cancer. The program entails having employees wear jeans to work in exchange for a donation, and the money goes toward supporting the American Cancer Society. The organization will also be having “Pink Day” on the same day, encouraging employees to dress in pink, in addition to wearing jeans. The organization is also looking for community groups, schools, scouts, corporations and local businesses to be part of the day. The $5 donations can be made directly by going online to www.denimday. com. The team is Compassionate Care #247497. Donations can also be mailed to Compassionate Care Hospice, 9 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ 08876. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Day at maryellen.day@cchnet. net or 908-526-2600.
October 5
St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church on Somerset Street in Raritan will hold a rummage sale from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can fill a brown paper bag with clothes and shoes for $8, and, as of noon, that will expand to include all items in the bag for $8. There will be three basement rooms with items priced separately, including household items, kitchenware, small appliances, pictures, lamps, knickknacks, linens, books, videos, toys and games. A quality table will feature new and gently used items, including jewelry. If you have any questions or want to donate, call Marie Lombardy at 908-725-1371, or the church office at 908-722-6111. Donations can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Monday through Friday, but you must call first. Proceeds from the sale will be used for ministry and community outreach programs.
October 12
Leadership Somerset 2013 will be holding a special event at St. John’s Episcopal Church on High Street in Somerville to bring awareness to the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP) and the services it provides for those in need in Somerset County. The event will include displays, project exhibits, entertainment and refreshments, in addition to a silent art and general auction to raise funds for the SHIP projects. Leadership Somerset is a 12-month program that encourges Somerset County residents to become trustees and leadership resources in their communities, and, as part of the program, the fellows are working to beautify and improve the interior and exterior of the SHIP facility, including interior painting, landscaping and updating the phone and electrical system.
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4th of July Brings Fireworks, Costumes, Family Fun By Audrey Levine The Somerset County Park Commission pulled out all the stops to host its annual Fourth of July celebration at North Branch Park. With music by Verdict and Dancin’ Machine, hundreds of county residents danced the night away while they celebrated Independence Day. The celebration also featured Revolutionary War re-enactments, a rock climbing wall, bouncing machine, lots of food and fireworks as day turned to night. Bound Brook resident John Oz got into the spirit dressed in a full-body Patriotic costume. “It was just to have fun,” he said. “No one else was going to do this.”
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New Superintendent Search Begins Local Man Wins Second Pizzelle Eating Contest The district website will provide updates as they are available.
By Audrey Levine the consultation of Jane KershThe survey can be found at this With Michael Schilder retired ner, director of field services for address: http://www.surveymonfrom the school district, and as- the New Jersey School Board As- key.com/s/BRSuptinput2013. sistant superintendent Cheryl sociation. In the coming months, Those wishing to participate Dyer serving as acting super- she will be holding public input can also contact Kershner directintendent (as of press time), the sessions, collecting survey data, ly through email at JKershner@ Bridgewater-Raritan Regional developing criteria and providing njsba.org or by mail at New JerSchool District is beginning the assistance to the board of educa- sey School Boards Association, process of finding a replacement. tion in choosing the new super- 413 West State St., Trenton, NJ Updates will con08618. tinue to be posted on In addition to the “This first posting provides some ini- survey, Kershner will the district’s website at brrsd.k12.nj.us. tial information, but most importantly be facilitating public “This first posting sessions for parinvites members of the communities input provides some initial ents, staff and admininformation, but most and the staff to take part … to help the istrators. importantly invites board determine the most important The sessions will members of the combe Sept. 11 from 11:30 characteristics of a new munities and the staff a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for superintendent. “ to take part in an onadministrators; Sept. —Patrick Breslin line survey and public 11 from 2:30 p.m. to input sessions to help 4 p.m. at the Bridgethe board determine the water-Raritan High most important characteristics intendent. School for staff members; Sept. of a new superintendent,” said In order to begin seeking pub- 18 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at board of education president Pat lic input, the board is instituting Eisenhower Intermediate School Breslin. a BRRSD Community & Staff for staff members; Sept. 23 from The “Superintendent Seach” Input Survey, which will be 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Harmon page on the district’s website will available on the district’s website V. Wade Administration Building be updated continuously with through Sept. 30. for members of the community; calendar and progress updates as The survey, the website said, and Sept. 23 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 the search for a new superinten- is anonymous and comments p.m. at the Bridgewater-Raritan dent moves forward. will be sent directly to Kersh- High School for community The search is being done under ner’s office. members.
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The St. Ann’s Church Festa and 2nd Annual Pizzelle Eating Contest was held June 15. The 2012 winner, Lyle Dentale of Raritan, took part in the contest, but was defeated by lacrosse player Ryan Licht (pictured with sons Liam and Padraig), who was crowned the 2013 champion. “Pizzelles are like snowflakes, they are beautiful, delicate and no two are the same.” Licht said. “I’ve known Lyle a long time and the only reason I entered the competition is because I was sick of him bringing up how he was the pizzelle-eating king for the past year. He needed to be put in his place, and we can have a rematch anytime.”
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BRHS Grad Honored for Courage BRHS Forensics Wins Big in State Debates The former student reported a planned “Columbine”-like event. By Audrey Levine A former Bridgewater-Raritan High School student was recognized Aug. 19 by the Bridgewater Township Police Department, four years after her courage potentially saved many lives. The department honored former graduate Sara Semple with the 1st Degree Civilian Award for Courage in recognition of the actions she took in December 2009 to help prevent a planned “Columbine”-like event from taking place at the BridgewaterRaritan High School. According to the commendation, which was presented to her by Bridgewater Township Mayor Dan Hayes, Semple contacted her school counselor on Dec. 9, 2009 after receiving firsthand information about a possible “Columbine”-style attack planned for the high school. That counselor, the commendation said, then notified police. Through an investigation into
Officer Art Akins, the SRO at the high school in 2009, speaks about Sara Semple’s courageous act.
Sara Semple (center) receives her commendation from Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes, as her parents and Somerset County Prosecutor Geoffrey Soriano (back) applaud. the report, police learned that the suspect had a detailed plan in place to kill the school resource officer, chain the doors to the building and attack the students with knives and machetes. The plan was thwarted before the suspect had a chance to carry it out. “Ms. Semple’s selfless decision to come forward saved the lives of countless students, teachers and law enforcement officers,” the commendation read. “Ms. Semple is to be commended for her decision to share information without fear of reprisal or judgment by her peers.” The ceremony was attended by Sen. Christopher “Kip” Bateman, Somerset County Prosecutor Geoffrey Soriano, Hayes, township administrator James Naples, township council members and numerous retired and active police officers.
Bridgewater Township Police Officer Art Akins, the SRO at the time of the incident, spoke about the events of that day and the investigation itself. Bridgewater Township Police Chief Richard Borden said the department has wanted to honor Semple, who currently majors in communications at Fairleigh Dickinson University, for years. But, due to a myriad of circumstances, they were unable to do so until now. “Sen. Bateman, Prosecutor Soriano, the Mayor and I all believe her courageous actions averted what could have been a catastrophic incident for the school and for the entire Bridgewater Township community,” Borden said. “The Bridgewater Township community is forever indebted to Sara for her actions taken in December of 2009.” Borden said they wanted to give Semple her just recognition after all these years. “It was a personal honor and privilege for all of us to be involved with presenting Sara with this recognition award,” he said.
Bridgewater-Raritan High School students Santosh Nori (left) and Jon Chylinski (right) competed at the Harvard Tournament in February. The BRHS Forensics Team had a very successful season during the 2012-2013 school year, competing in 11 local tournaments, national tournaments at Princeton University and Harvard University and at the New Jersey Forensics League State and District Championships. In addition, the team hosted a tournament in January that drew more than 300 competitors from area schools and raised money for the team. During the past season, 82 students from Bridgewater-Raritan High School entered in all debate events and nine of 10 speech events. Out of those, 25 students won trophies. Students Jennifer Mao and Gina Kim broke in LincolnDouglas Debate at the Princeton Classic in November 2012. At February’s Harvard National Invitational, Jonathan Chylinski and Santosh Nori advanced to the double-octafinals, Jennifer Mao advanced to the octafinals and Dustin Zhao advanced to the quarterfinals. At the New Jersey State tournament, Dhruv Kathuria and
Ajay Kunapuli won the second place trophy in Novice Public Forum debate, and Chylinski and Nori placed fourth in Varsity Public Forum. Divya Yeleswarapu earned the sixth place trophy in Dramatic Interpretation, earning her sixth trophy of the year. In addition, Theresa Chen and Samanvit Vijiapur placed ninth and 10th in Congressional Debate, and Charmie Mehta finished 11th in Original Oratory. At the district tournament, Vijiapur, who placed first in his first tournament, finished sixth in the Congressional Debate, and earned the designation as an alternate for New Jersey’s entry in the National Championships. Throughout the season, team participation grew, with BRHS taking 13 competitors to the first tournament and winning one award, and 36 going to the last one and earning eight awards. Only nine students graduated out of the team at the end of the last school year, and the team is looking forward to a successful 2013–2014 season. —Co-Coach Joe Becker contributed to this report
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Schilder Honored For Service By Drum Beat Two Route 22 Ramps Closed The work is part of state projects to improve Route 22. By Audrey Levine The ramps on Route 22 East at North Bridge Street and Grove Street closed Aug. 3, and are expected to remain closed for about three months. Those drivers trying to get to North Bridge Street South will be redirected to continue to North Gaston Avenue and use the uturn to return onto Route 22 West on North Bridge Street. They will then make a right onto North Grove Street over Route 22 and finally make a left onto Ivanhoe Avenue to head back to North Bridge Street South. For those looking to go to Route 22 East from North Bridge Street, they will be directed to make a left onto Ivanhoe Avenue and a right onto Davenport Street, before heading to the on-ramp for Route 22. Those looking to get to Grove Street will be directed to North Gaston Avenue for the u-turn onto Route 22 West to North Bridge Street. Drivers will then make a right onto North Grove Street to cross over Route 22 and head south. This work is part of the projects being done to provide congestion relief and improve safety through Bridgewater and Somerville between the Route 202/206 and I-287 interchanges on Route 22. The state has determined that about 105,000 vehicles travel through that corridor every day. The first short-term improvements are expected to be completed in early summer 2014. Those short-term improvements include a new Route 22 East auxiliary lane for the Route 202/206 on-ramp, a new auxiliary lane from North Bridge Street past Grove Street and a new deceleration lane for an I-287 southbound ramp. Other design upgrades along the Route 22 corridor will include eliminating the media u-turns on the highway, installing a new traffic signal at the intersection of Foothill and Ronson roads, making driveway modifications at certain businesses and improving highway lighting. Works has already begun on many of these other projects.
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2nd Riverfest Coming to Raritan Bridgewater Switching to County 911 Dispatch
Pictured at Uncle Vinnie’s Clam Bar in Raritan, promoting the 2nd Annual Raritan Riverfest and Rubber Duck Race are: standing (l-r) Victor Nazario; Raritan Borough Councilman Greg Lobell; Branchburg Sports Complex’s Sean Dalgauer as “Kicker”; Raritan Borough Council President Don Tozzi (as the duck); Uncle Vinnie’s Clam Bar Manager Lois Ricci; and event supporter Richard M. DeLuca. Seated (l-r) are Raritan Borough Councilwoman and Riverfest Co-Chair Stefanie Gara; Carrie Tozzi; Raritan Borough Mayor Jo-Ann Liptak. In front (l-r) are Jake Gara; Madison Gara; and Branchburg Sports Complex Sports Director Dan Leary (kneeling). Photo by Don Christensen.
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By Audrey Levine er municipalities, to ensure better With an estimated time table and faster service. of nine months to a year, BridgeWith the change, the departwater Township has decided to ment’s building will also shut change to the Somerset County down in the evening. A call box 911 system. will be outside, patching through Eleven of the county’s munici- to county dispatch. palities already have all 911 calls By a vote of 4-1, the council directed through county dispatch- approved the switch. ers, who then dispatch local po“The timeline will depend on lice officers. completion of construction, hirThe Bridgewater Township ing of personnel and, most imporPolice Department has, since its tantly, when all of the involved inception, used local dispatchers. parties believe the transfer can be But over the past two years, the made without any safety issues to township has been investigating our residents, officers or first rethe possibility of moving to the sponders,” Borden said. The county will be hiring new county system to achieve an estimated savings of $4.5 million to dispatchers to accommodate the the township over 10 years—about addition of Bridgewater. There will also be meetings $4.20 off the average tax bill. Council members debated the with the police department, as merits of moving to the county well as county and township repsystem, expressing concerns over resentatives and others in emerwhether the services offered by gency services. But, Borden said, this will not the county dispatch would be on be an overnight change. Until the par with what is offered locally. Emergency responders said change, local dispatch will rethey believe the county will be main intact. “The service will remain with unable to handle the added call volume. In addition, many said Bridgewater until stages in the are deemed transferable, the county dispatchersStudents will not process will enjoy send help as quickly as local dis- such as receiving our 911 calls,” one-on-one lessons well he said. “Countyas communicapatchers could. will have to determine, Bridgewater Township asPolice grouptions instruction by our with Chief Richard Borden said the our input, when each stage can be qualified and professional with no jeopardy county has promised the town- accomplished safety to our residents, officers ship will have its own radio sys- ofstaff. teaching tem, rather than sharing with oth- or first responders.”
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Bridgewater’s Kopf Family Reunites Knights Hold Drive to Help Somerset Arc
The members of the Kopf family at their reunion in July The Kopf family, whose roots in Bridgewater and Somerville trace back to 1902, reunited at the end of July for their 11th biannual family reunion. The family ancestors, Emma and Theodore Kopf, originally lived on the Jake Long Farm near the intersection of Crim and Washington Valley roads in Bridgewater. They later moved to the corner of North Bridge Street and Woodlawn Avenue. Their seven children eventually married and moved to the Washington Valley Road area near Mt. Vernon Road, which later became known, locally anyway, as Kopf’s Corner. All seven were graduates of Somerville High School, and many served as volunteers with the Green Knoll Volunteer Fire Company.
This most recent reunion brought together about 40 members, including descendants of cousins of the Kopf children, who live on Foothill Road. The family enjoyed the Friday Cruise Night in Somerville, and, later in the weekend, dinner at Maggiano’s in Bridgewater. The final day brought a picnic at Duke Island Park, complete with an auction that helps to fund the next reunion. One of the items sold in the auction was a handmade quilt that included a map of Bridgewater with the family homes. The family, more than 100 years after they first moved to Bridgewater, now includes 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and 21 great-greatgrandchildren.
The Knights of Columbus present the check to ARC of Somerset County. From left to right are Sir Knight James Fidacaro; Sir Knight Ron Pena; chairman of the drive Lauren Panarella; Exceutive Director of ARC Sir Knight Carmine Calo; and Sir Knight Joe Mira.
The handmade quilt that was sold in the family auction, and which includes a map of Bridgewater with the family homes, as well as other special images
The Knights of Columbus Sgt. John Basilone Council #13264, of Raritan, recently held a fund drive, and raised more than $3,000 for the ARC of Somerset County, which provides benefits to children and adults with special needs. More than 30 Knights collected donations from patrons in Raritan stores and businesses in the area. Among those who provided support were Quick Chek Convenience Store, Buy-Rite Liquor Store, Bonjiovi Funeral Home, Tropiano Jewelry Store, Uncle Vinnie’s Restaurant and Scott’s Florist.
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County Brought Music to Bridgewater All Summer Long By Audrey Levine The Somerset County Park Commission brought music to Duke Island Park in Bridgewater all summer long with its annual Summer Concert Series. Every Sunday brought a different performer, each playing a different kind of music, including cajun, jazz and much more. This year’s performers were Verdict, Dancin’ Machine, Ruthie Foster, Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses, Ken Navarro, The Duprees, Rusk, Beau Soleil, the VooDudes and The Smithereens. Plus, the series included the annual Bayou Fest, with its unique celebration of cajun music and food. Each concert attracted thousands, who brought lawn chairs, blankets, food and even their dogs to enjoy the evening.
Jim Brunner, of Hazlet, and Julie Barad, of Annandale, dance to the cajun music of Beau Soleil during Bayou Fest at Duke Island Park.
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Bridgewater & Raritan Home Sales Bridgewater 14 Field St. - $93,000 170 Nimitz St. - $150,000 214 Stratford Pl. - $176,000 20 Ardmaer Dr. - $177,500 512 Stratford Pl. - $180,000 114 Oak St. - $185,000 118 Woodlawn Ave. - $211,000 2103 Doolittle Dr. - $202,500 46 Highland Ave. - $218,000 2506 Vroom Dr. - $220,000 3103 Vroom Dr. - $218,000 2704 Lindsley Rd. - $213,000 80 Walnut Ave. - $217,500 179 Maple St. - $242,000 2704 Pinhorn Dr. - $240,000 351 Victoria Dr. - $252,000 204 Brokaw Ct. - $263,000 2002 Doolittle Dr. - $270,000 2705 Pinhorn Dr. - $262,000 1403 Doolittle Dr. - $270,000 260 Hedgerow Rd. - $255,000 4103 Dilts Lndg. - $250,000 3707 Pinhorn Dr. - $267,000 2902 Packer Ct. - $271,000 273 Old York Rd. - $287,000 4201 Winder Dr. - $282,500 3803 Graham Ct. - $284,900 3406 Pinhorn Dr. - $285,000 1603 Bayley Ct. - $290,000 378 Waterview Rd. - $290,000 99 Oak St. - $300,000 12 Harry Rd. - $290,000 27 Bond St. - $294,500 707 Dunn Cir. - $294,000 371 Pond Rd. - $314,000 30 Bond St. - $295,000 145 Bonney Ct. - $317,000
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Annual Basilone Parade Returns County Celebrating 325 Years of History
The 70th annual weekend to celebrate the late John Basilone kicks off Sept. 21. Basilone was the only enlisted Marine to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor and the Navy Cross. He was also the only one in history to return to action after winning the Medal of Honor and be killed in action. With the first parade 70 years ago, Basilone was also the first Marine to have an annual parade in his honor. The weekend begins with the
Summerswing Orchestra peforming Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Raritan Valley Community College. The celebration continues on Sept. 22 with: • A church service at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church. • The Basilone Museum open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Raritan Library. • The Basilone Parade beginning on Somerset Street in Raritan at 1 p.m., and a ceremony after at the Basilone Statue on Somerset Street.
John Basilone For more information about the parade and all events, visit the website at basiloneparade.com. Bridgewater Commons Mall General Manager Troy Fischer, left, congratulates Somerset County Freeholder Director Peter Palmer on the celebration of the county’s 325th anniversary.
Girl Scouts Earn Bronze Award — Girl Scout Junior Troop 60545, of Bridgewater, recently
earned the Bronze Award, and bridged up to Girl Scout Cadettes. For their Bronze Award Take Action Project, the members of the troop helped out the Somerset County Animal Shelter by organizing a donation drive at their school, spending time with the animals, making adoption day giveaway bags for the cats and dogs and beautifying the outside of the shelter with an attractive bird garden. The girls worked hard in planning, leading and completing their “Critter Craze” project. Special thanks goes to Sacchitelli Landscape Concepts of Raritan for the tree donation and labor in planting. The members of the troop receiving the award are Sarah Grynberg, Hannah Grynberg, Carla Mattaliano, Aaryana Rajanala, Ashana Makhija, Elizabeth Gershater, Morgan Hill, Amanda Scolarice, Caroline Sanchie and Gauhar Sarwal. The troop leaders are Carolann Mattaliano and Amy Grynberg.
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Somerset County is celebrating its 325th anniversary—and the Bridgewater Commons Mall is getting in on the action. The mall is currently hosting a collage that depicts scenes from all 21 municipalities. Placed near the entrance and exit from the elevators on the second level, the 8-foot long collage was designed by graphic artist Linda Brady Deutsch, and includes photos from the individual towns. The collage will stay displayed in the mall through the end of the year. The collage is also hanging at the Bridgewater Township Library and in the parking deck entranceway at the County Administration Building in Somerville. “Bridgewater Commons is proud to be a part of Somerset County history and to help celebrate 325 years,” Troy Fischer, general manager of the mall, said in a release from the county. “We invite our shoppers to visit the collage and learn more about what makes our county a great place to
live and work.” The county itself was founded in 1688, and is now marking its 325th anniversary. To celebrate the anniversary, the county has established a special anniversary website at co.somerset.nj.us/325th.html, with historical information about the colonial-era county, the courthouse, the Board of Chosen Freeholders and famous people who have lived in the county. The Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Somerset County Library System are also hosting a new online scrapbook, to show off photos of life in the county both hundreds of years ago and today. The county is also planning a few upcoming events to celebrate the anniversary. The first will be the 1770s Festival at the Park Commission’s Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge. The second is the Weekend Journey Through the Past on Oct. 12 and Oct. 13. Both events will provide historic-site tours, demonstrations, exhibits and much more.
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BRHS Students Earn AP Awards Congratulations to Bridgewater-Raritan High School students who achieved high honors on the 2013 advanced placement exams.
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Joelle P. Abi-Nader, Yelin Ahn, Leeann Bak, Vamshikrishn Balakrishnan, Jaime M. Bartolett, Alec W. Bennardo, Brianna Binowski, Joshua D. Chan, Helen Chen, Kimberly A. Chmura, Abigail E. Delgado, Thomas H. Drew, Srijoy Dutta, Sydney Engelstein, David Esposito, Holly K. Fitzpatrick, Lila M. Greenstone, Maria L. Gude, Chandni B. Gurnani, Harrison He, Sunil D. Hebbar, Benjamin R. Hogan, Madeline Holtz, Kevin Hrubik, Sarah Jennings, Manpreet Kaur, Daniel Y. Kim, Erica Koplitz, Sara C. Laitusis, Devon Lawler, Kyle A. Levine, Christopher R. Librojo, John C. Lichtig, Szewai Liu, Sarah E. Loeffler, Simon P. Mach, Joseph Manner, Gloria Meng, Sarika A. Menon, Julie A. Merritt, Robin Merritt, Randall Miller, Parul Mital, Megan L. Muessen, Adam Murphy, Mark Neubauer, Matthew D. Oh, Ami K. Patel, Emily M. Pope, Veena L. Prakash, Scott V. Prisco, Andrew D. Ruan, Carol A. Rynar, Elizabeth Rynar, Shivani Sampathkumar, Stephen Sandford, Varsha Sarabudla, Aspen R. Schneider, Stephen M. Scott, Anna-Maria Sen, Snigdaa S. Sethuram, Eric M. Sherman, Emily Shugan, Timothy R. Singh, Andrew P. Statkevich, Sara D. Tatum, Michelle Uminski, Douglas M. Van Beveren, Natalie K. Wilferth, Brandon R. Wong, Christopher Wu, Benjamin Yan
AP Scholar with Honor
Ahmed A. Abdrabou, Lydia S. Andeskie, Priya R. Bhirud, Kyle Boehme, Erica Bohdan, Justin Y. Chou, Sahaj K. Desai, Grace C. Dimock, Ryan T. Durac, Sara N. Fernandes, Kathleen Fitzgerald, Raveena Ganpat, Matthew S. Gorka, William Grzybowski, Christian B. Hansen, Michaela Harvis, Connor M. Hennessey, Amy T. Ho, Ricky J. Horwitz, Mona K. Ibad, Rachel L. Jandak, Matthew S. Jones, Erica Kaplan, Roopeswar Kommalapati, PoCheng Lai, Skyler N. Le, Kevin R. Li, Rachel J. Lin, Stephanie K. Lin, Sarah Malek, Patrick K. Masur, Ana Melentijevic, Daniel C. Menza, Christina Mesa, An-
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drew W. Munzer, Maci J. Nordone, Daniella I. Olan, Sachin Parikh, Arjun K. Patel, Saloni Patel, Apoorva Rao, Priyanka C. Rathnam, Aasha L. Reddy, Valentino Rosato, Marisa L. Ruskan, Anthony P. Santulli, Rachel C. Saperstein, Pooja Seshadri, Shivm A. Shah, Isa O. Sharif, Saige Stewart, Eric S. Stone, Wanshu Sun, Eric M. Tai, Andrew Tzeng, Anjali D. Upadhyay, Sushupta M. Vijapur, Sydney R. Whaley, Mark C. Wong, Richard Wu, Zhuoya Zhang, Emily Zinnikas
AP Scholar with Distinction
Abubaker S. Ahmed, Gabrielle C. Alaimo, Sanjana Apte, Taylor Z. Au, Alex J. Berkow, Nayan Bhat, Dhairya Bhatia, Nachiket S. Bhujbal, Varun K. Bindiganavile, Ross J. Brown, Cindy G. Castro, Carley M. Chan, Spencer Chang, Jennifer M. Chen, Theresa W. Chen, Weihua Chen, Nicole Chu, Jonathan H. Chylinski, Evan S. Cohen, Nicole M. Colarusso, Daniel S. Costello, Jonathan C. Cruz, Tyler C. Degraw, Christopher Delgado, Sameer N. Dhavalikar, Michael F. Dirla, Justin T. Do, Jennifer H. Fang, Ralph A. Fernandez, John D. Fieseler, Keith A. Gladstone, Akhil Golla, Kirby D. Gong, Alexandre Grignon, Shivani Gupta, Emily M. He, Kunal Hegde, Jacob N. Herman, Keerthana Hirudayakanth, Kathryn Y. Hong, Glen Huang, Jacqueline C. Huettenmoser, Shawn Hung, Shrenik Jain, Shreya Jain, Nikita Jhawar, Veda P. Joshi, Olivia S. Kan, Mayank Kapoor, Avanty Kavipurapu, Kaylyn Kavipurapu, Salil S. Kelkar, Evan J. Kielar, Gina Y. Kim, Ryan S. Kishore, Jack F. Kong, Jennifer H. Kozyra, Sam Z. Kulesa, Anish Kumar, Vinay P. Kumar, Nikhil K. Kunapuli, Lauren C. Kupper, Molly E. Lathrop, William R. Lathrop, Robert H. Lavroff,
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Julie Lee, Seung Eun M. Lee, Matthew J. Leventhal, Jackie Lin, Justin Liu, Emily Lu, Jason Z. Lu, Reid Maglione, Ishwarya S. Mamidi, Jay R. Marion, Pamela Matcho, Rohan S. Mathur, Liam L. Mcgill, Sahil Mehrotra, Jeremy W. Meola, Natasha Mohanty, Rounak Mukhopadhyay, Rebecca E. Murray, Vijay Murugan, Harankumar Nallasivan, Nicholas C. Norcia, Nicole T. Palumbo, Aneek S. Patel, Devki A. Patel, Ryan M. Pearce, John Pfreundschuh, Cullen B. Pitney, Joshua S. Posner, Sarah L. Potter, Catherine Psaras, Rohita S. Ramayanam, Chetan Y. Reddy, Marissa Sashihara, Patrick A. Saulino, Nicolaus B. Schrum, Kayla Schwab, Bora A. Sebuktekin, Eileen Shentu, Victoria Shi, Eric R. Shugan, Emma E. Sommers, Suvin Song, Kristina B. Sparling, Aparna Sundaram, Courtney Q. Vu, Humphrey Wang, Jennifer L. Weinberg, Trenton L. White, Jennifer Wolin, Ivan Wong, Yunchao Wu, Jennifer Xu, Amulya Yalamanchili, Rose C. Ying, Stephen Y. Zheng, Alec M. Zhu, Denzel Zhu, Richard A. Zhu, Linda Zhuang
National AP Scholar
Sanjana Apte, Taylor Z. Au, Alex J. Berkow, Nayan Bhat, Nachiket S. Bhujbal, Spencer Chang, Weihua Chen, Jonathan H. Chylinski, Nicole M. Colarusso, Daniel S. Costello, Jonathan C. Cruz, Justin T. Do, John D. Fieseler, Keith A. Gladstone, Kirby D. Gong, Alexandre Grignon, Shrenik Jain, Shreya Jain, Olivia S. Kan, Mayank Kapoor, Ryan S. Kishore, Anish Kumar, Nikhil K. Kunapuli, Molly E. Lathrop, William R. Lathrop, Seung Eun M. Lee, Jackie Lin, Jay R. Marion, Rounak Mukhopadhyay, Aneek S. Patel, Devki A. Patel, Kayla Schwab, Bora A. Sebuktekin, Eileen Shentu, Aparna Sundaram, Amulya Yalamanchili
Christmas Comes Early
It was a rainy summer day when Christmas came to Raritan several months early during the annual “Christmas in July” program, held at the Basilone Pool and the Frelinghuysen Pool. Santa Claus visited both pools during the afternoon of July 12, bringing candy to the children swimming and listening to what kinds of gifts they will be looking forward to this year. Above, Santa poses with pool staff members, Raritan Recreation Director Rich Bartolucci and many children attending the camp that day. Below, Hector Arvedondo, 6, and Inary Fernandez, 4, tell Santa what they want for Christmas.
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Obituaries Bridgewater — Mary T. Cappuccino, 94, died July 4 at Somerset Medical Center. Before retiring in 1984, Cappuccino was an administrative assistant at Columbia High School in Maplewood. She was also a Girl Scout leader and accomplished baker. Cappuccino is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Betty Jo and Bob Brechka, of Hillsborough, and Judy and Edward Maccaferri, of Massachusetts; her great-grandchildren, Dylan, Sophia, Nicholas, Kylie and Cole; her bother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Marianna Cocuzza; her brother-in-law Nicholas Cappuccino; her cousin, Carole Fresco, of Bridgewater; childhood friend, Florence D’Agostine; and many nieces and nephews. Bridgewater — Margaret C. Sferra died June 22. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home, and burial was private. Bridgewater — Susan Dolsky Arlen, 71, died July 27. Arlen was medical director of The Hospice at Somerset Medical Center, among other prestigious positions. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Arlen is survived by her husband, Harold Arlen; her sons, Geoffrey Arlen and his wife Lauren, and Bradley Arlen and his companion Stacey Bussel; her brother Richard Dolsky and his wife Laurie; and other family and friends. Bridgewater — Carmine A. Lovetri, 86, died July 28. He worked for the Johns-Manville Corporation for 35 years, and retired in 1982. Funeral services were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Lovetri is sur-
vived by his son, Ronald Lovetri and wife Melanie, of California; three daughters, Joan Pagliocco and husband Stephan, of Gillette, Lori Jarosz and husband James, of Howell, and Mary Beth Lovetri and fiancé James, of Branchburg; nine grandchildren; and his sister, Ann Rosania, of Whitehouse Station. Bridgewater — Mary Ranney, 92, died June 18. Funeral arrangements were taken care of by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Ranney is predeceased by her husband, Robert. She is survived by her two sons, John Ranney and wife Bergit, of Arizona, and Robert Ranney, of Bridgewater. Bridgewater — Patricia Ramsey, 70, died July 21. Ramsey was a secretary for Motors Insurance Company. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Somerville Funeral Home. Ramsey is survived by her husband, John; daughter, Robyn Lamond Budd, of Pennsylvania; sisters Elizabeth Van Nest, of Montgomery, and Donna Kellogg, of California; grandsons, Jason and Matthew; a niece and nephews; and sister-in-law, Deborah Fitzgerald and her companion William Stamper, of Bridgewater. Bridgewater — Armando Ciavatta, 84, died July 3. Ciavatta was a mechanical engineer for Ingersol Rand and served in the Army. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Ciavatta is survived by his wife, Marlene Brigida Ciavatta; his children, Andrew Ciavatta, of Bridgewater, and Lisa Marie Arlotto, of Pennsylvania; and three grandchildren, Nicholas, Dianna and Adam.
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Brooke and Amani; and nephews, Tod and Scott. Bridgewater — Jerzy Leon (George) Formus, 60, died July 17. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Formus is survived by his children, Pawel Formus and Agata Laguna; four grandchildren; two sisters, Halina Pajkowski and Regina Grodzki; and two brothers, Lester Formus and Walter Formus. Bridgewater — Deirdre R. Berry Maislin, 53, died Aug. 9. Berry Maislin worked as a music teacher for South Bound Brook for 20 years, and retired in 2007. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Berry Maislin is survived by her two daughters, Catherine Muglia and her husband Anthony, of Bridgewater, and Elizabeth Zaczyk and her husband Michael, of Berkeley Heights; her grandsons, Joseph and James; her parents, James and Loretta Hoffman, of Texas; her two sisters, Tracey Femiano and her husband Anthony, of Medford, and Shaun Pettine and her husband Stefan, of Colorado; and many nieces and nephews. Bridgewater — Theresa Kachinsky died, and funeral arrangements are being handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Kachinsky is survived by her fiancé, Anthony Rotundo; father, Joseph J. Kachinsky; and sister, Geraldine Kachinsky-Campose and her husband Freddy. Bridgewater — David John McCready, Sr., 80, died Aug. 11 at the Somerset Medical Center. McCready was a decorated Korean War Army veteran, and retired in 1989 from AT&T. After retiring, he worked for Lee Hecht Harrison. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. McCready is survived by his wife, Maureen McCready, of Bridgewater; children, David J. McCready, Jr., of Bridgewater, Thomas McCready and his wife Joanne, of Pennsylvania, Mary Beth Asher and her husband R.J., of Hong Kong, Kathleen Bachman and her husband Robert, of Bridgewater; and five grandchildren, Kyle, Michael, Ally, Kelly and Katie. Raritan — Michael Tereman, 50, died June 30. For more than 20 years, Tereman served as a forklift operator for Nitta Casings, Inc., in Somerville. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Tereman is survived by his mother, Evelyn Marie Tereman, of Raritan; sons, Matthew, of Florida, Christopher, of Florida, and Bryan, of Florida; grandson, Anthony Joseph; brothers, Nick Tereman, of Bridgewater, Richard Tereman, of Ohio, Charles Tereman, of Raritan, and Edward Tereman, of Raritan; sisters Lorraine Bartek, of Long Valley, Janet Simon, of Alexandria and Linda Tereman, of Raritan;
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Obituaries and nieces and nephews, Timothy, Tyler, Dylan, Connor and Meghan. Raritan — Phyllis L. Rosi, 80, died July 12. Rosi worked for the United States Postal Service, at the Belle Mead Depot, for 30 years, and retired in 1995. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Rosi is survived by her daughters, Wendy McNelly and her husband Howard, of Delaware, and Leigh Connell and her husband James, of Florida; her three grandchildren, Jaime and Meghan Connell, and Michael McNeely; her sister, Elaine Thorne and her husband Derek, of Bridgewater, her two sisters-in-law, Jeanette Sterra and her husband Joseph, of Bridgewater, and Virginia Horner, of Somerville; and her nieces and nephews. Raritan — John Russo, 99, died Aug. 2. Russo was in the Navy, and also served as a ship purser for many commercial lines. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Russo is survived by his sister, Rose Jacobs, of Raritan; nieces, Anna Maria Masler, Winnie Jo Fatton, Maryann Reiter, Mary Donelon and Mary Stack; and nephews, Eric Jacobs, Alfie Grillo and Joseph Grillo. Raritan — Bruno Grigoletti Sr., 89, died Aug. 6. Grigoletti was co-owner of L.G. Auto Body, in Raritan, for 20 years. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Grigoletti is survived by his wife, Mildred Lane Grigoletti; his children, Bruno Jr. Grigoletti, of Washington, Marie Rucker, of Raritan, and Catherine Bender, of Raritan; grandchildren, Bruno III, April, Katie and Ashley; and great-grandchildren, Lauren, Caila, Persephone, Cyanea, Riley and Ava. Raritan — Gary W. Atchey, 59, died Aug. 8. He was employed by the U.S. Navy. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Atchey is survived by his wife, Mary Laudicina-Atchey, and his friend, David Arnold. Raritan — Wilmarielys Gonzalez, 15, died July 7. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Somerville Funeral Home. Gonzalez is survived by her parents, Wilson and Adymir Gonzalez; brother, Wilson Gonzalez Jr.; sister, Yilmarielys Gonzalez; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Bound Brook — Brian Donald Cunningham, 54, died July 3. Cunningham was a construction worker and painter for Wick Builders in Edison and Durrant Construction in Somerville. He also worked as a driver for Vital Records in Hillsborough. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. He is survived by his mother, Audrey Ruggier and stepfather Joseph Ruggier, of Florida; sis-
ters, Dawn Schroeck and her husband Raymond, of Hillsborough, and Amy Gallo and husband Vincent, of HillsborCunningham ough; and nieces and nephews, Kimberly and her husband Adam, Kevin, Katlyn, Samantha and Anthony. Bound Brook — Melissa Anne Wierzbicki, 38, died June 23. Funeral arrangements were handled by AAA B Cremation Services in Raritan. Wierzbicki is survived by her mother, Cynthia Madden; son, Joseph Free; and sister, Suzanne Bowman. Belle Mead — William D. Irving, 55, died July 21. Irving was president of Protect Hockey Ponds, and worked for the United Skates of America and the township of Montclair. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Irving is survived by his wife, Jennifer; his children, Crpl. William Spencer Irving, of North Carolina, Ryan Edward and Madison Avery Irving, of Belle Mead; his mother, Joan Irving, of Pennsylvania; his brother, Robert Irving, of Newtown; his nephew, Andrew; and his niece, Machaela. Somerset — Margaret E. Dusch, 95, died June 20. Dusch retired in 1984 after working for more than 20 years as a librarian for the Waldwick Library. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home, with burial at the Cedar Hills Cemetery in East Millstone. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Martin and Edith Stein Hospice, 49 Veronica Avenue, Suite 206, Somerset, NJ 08873. Dusch is survived by her husband of 69 years, John; son Richard Dusch; daughters, Susan Somody and Jean Cross; grandchildren, Michele Somody, Ian Cross and Kevin Cross; and sonin-laws, Geza Somody and John Cross. Somerville — Filomena “Mamie” Esposito Carri, 99, died July 12. Carri worked as a seamstress for Stanhope Manufacturing Company in Raritan for more than 20 years, and retired in 1965. Funeral services were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Carri is survived by her daughter, Victoria Puza, of Ortley Beach; her sons, Rocco S. Carri, of Egg Harbor Township, and Frank Carri and his wife Marlene, of Ridgewood; eight grandchildren, Linda, Laura, Michael, Suzanne, Jason, Nicole, Sabina and Ashley; 13 great-grandchildren; her two sisters, Marguerite Corona, of Raritan, and Marie Frinzi, of Pennsylvania; and nieces and nephews. Somerville — Virginia P. Moore died Aug. 4. Moore spent 43 years
working at the Somerset Medical Center. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Moore is survived by her nieces Beverly Chambres, Karen Jones, Kirsten Bryant, Kathryn L. Moore, Beth Anne Sanders, Kathleen M. Moore, Carla J. Marcni and Scarlett Moore; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Neshanic Station — William R. Joerg, 67, died Aug. 6. A Navy veteran, Joerg worked for Merck and Company for 33 years. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Joerg is survived by his wife, Patricia Kettlye Joerg; his mother, Gloria Joerg, of Bridgewater; his sister, Gloria Bulino and her husband Robert, of Barnegate; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Arthur and Elizabeth Kettyle; two nieces; and two nephews.
Bridgewater Funeral Home. Donnelly is survived by her daughter, Barbara Dunn, of Hillsborough; granddaughters, Jessica Fulmino and Stacy Dunn, of Hoboken; and great-grandchildren, Vincent and Sophia. Hillsborough — Joseph Gronikowski, Sr., 82, died Aug. 3. Gronikowski served in the Army and was a member of the Manville Elks. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bongiovi Funeral Home. Gronikowski is survived by his children, Charlotte Ricci and her companion Michael Raphael, of Hillsborough, and Joseph Gronikowski Jr. and his wife Brenda, of Bridgewater; and grandchildren, Robert and Miranda Ricci. Plainfield — Myrtle Haggerty, 84, died Aug. 17. Funeral arrangements were handled by the AAA B Cremation Service.
Whitehouse Station — Michael Mastrian, 79, died July 6. Funeral arrangements were handled by the AAA B Cremation Service. Mastrian is survived by his children, Michael Mastrian, Steve Mastrian and Jill Klimas; five grandchildren; and five greatgrandchildren.
Edison — Seeta Devi, 93, died July 6. Funeral arrangements were handled by the India Funeral Service.
Branchburg — Arthur W. Quade, 75, died Aug. 10. Quade served as a meterologist in the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1965, and worked for the rest of his career for PSEG. Quade was also active in Branchburg, serving on the Board of Adjustment, Planning Board, Election Board, Parks Committee and as an elected member of the Branchburg Republican Committee. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Quade is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Tinsman Quade; two children, Arthur B. Quade and his wife, Kimberly, and Beth Ann Sharpless and her husband Theodore; four grandchildren, AJ Quade, Nolan Quade, Naomi Sharpless and Jeremy Sharpless; sister Janice Greatorx and her husband Ron; brother Robert Quade and wife, Gerri; brother-in-law Richard Tinsman and his wife, Jan, of Florida; niece, Susan Gabriel; nephews, Ronal Quade and Richard, John, Michael and Steven Tinsman; and many cousins.
Old Bridge — Mona Patel, 54, died Aug. 6. Funeral arrangements were handled by the India Funeral Service.
Hillsborough — Florence Donnelly, 84, died Aug. 14. She worked for JP Williams in Clark, and Transamerica Insurance and Investments. Funeral arrangements were handled by the
Edison — Thodla S. Venkataraman, 81, died July 23. Funeral arrangements were handled by the India Funeral Service.
Clinton — Cammy Ann Teubert, 45, died Aug. 14. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Teubert is survived by her parents, Dianne and Pete Naccarato, and Thomas and Teubert Michele Teubert; sister, Lisa Teubert; stepsister, Cary Martin; step-brother, Peter Naccarato; extended family members; cousins; nieces; and friends. Annandale — Paul T. Abate, 69, died July 26. Abate served as vice president of operations for Channel Home Center, and was regional director of the former Rickels before he worked for Jaeger Lumber. He also served as regional retail consultant for Ace Hardware Supplies. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, Marie Gelpke Abate; his daughter,
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Charlene Basilico and her partner Jerry Davalos, of Florida; his son, David Abate and his wife, Melissa, of Bethlehem Township; his grandchildren, Riley and Blake; his brother, Joseph Abate and his wife Joan, of Toms River; and his large extended family. Saddle River — James Bridges, 68, died July 29. Bridges worked in the medical supply field. He was also a highly decorated veteran of the Vietnam War. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home, and a memorial service will be held at the Arlington National Cemetery. Bridges is survived by his wife, Joan; his son, Michael and daughter-in-law, Julia; sister, Jody Sexton; and brother, Bruce Bridges. Lancaster— Allyson Negron Rosa, 19, died July 10. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Somerville Funeral Home. Rosa is survived by her parents, Luis Negron and Carmen Rosa; brothers, Luisito and Luis Javier Negron; and sister, Liz Damaris Negron. Towaco — Kaushik Sharma Akkapeddi, 59, died July 26. Funeral arrangements were handled by the India Funeral Service. Ortley Beach — Norma Ferguson, 93, died June 17. A former member of St. Catherine’s in Hillside, she was a member of St. Ann’s Church in Raritan, and was on the Altar Rosary Society. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Ferguson Home. Ferguson is survived by her son, Richard Ferguson and his wife, Carolyn, of Sussex; daughters, Kathleen Buchan and her husband Ray of Bridgewater, and Patricia Eriksson and her husband Lars of Bridgewater; sister. Rose Kochan, of Toms River; sister-in-law, Betty Eberenz, of Barnegat; eight grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. India — Sankaralingam Avudaiappan, 75, died July 7. Funeral arrangements were handled by the India Funeral Service.
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Jointure Shows ‘Appreciation’ For Staff
The Jointure for Community Education in Raritan held its annual Staff Appreciation Luncheon at the Chimney Rock Inn. Two retiring employees were honored, as were administrative office staff who have capably served the Jointure. Rana Siddiqi, site supervisor for 16 years, and Geraldine Pickens, assistant site supervisor for 13 years, were recognized for their work at the Before & After School Care Program at the Woods Road School in Hillsborough. Dianne Lewis, director of operations for 25 years, was honored for her many contributions over the years. Dr. Joseph P. McGarry, former superintendent of schools at the BridgewaterRaritan Regional School District, was commended for his more than 30 years of service as a member and former president of the Jointure Board of Trustees. Jeanine Stellpflug, manager of children’s programs, and Bonnie Scharf, special projects coordinator, were praised for their efforts. Ernest R. Shuba, current president of the board, presented the awards. Fifty staff and board members attended this event where everyone had an opportunity to win donated door prizes. In 2014, the Jointure will celebrate its 100th anniversary as a nonprofit organization serving the residents of Somerset County with child care/enrichment programs, adult education classes, ESL, GED, ABE, kindergarten/pre-school and a summer enrichment program. For more information about the Jointure, call 908-722-0233 or check out www.jointure.org. Pictured here are, from left to right: (Back Row) Dr. Joseph McGarry, Dianne Lewis, Rana Siddiqi, Geraldine Pickens and Ernest R. Shuba; (Front Row) Jeanine Stellpflug and Bonnie Scharf.
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School Calendar Sept. 4: All Schools - Classes Begin (Full School Day) Sept. 5: No School (Rosh Hashanah) Sept. 9: BRHS - Freshman Orientation Parent Meeting Sept. 9: BRHS - Portraits Grades 9–10 Sept. 10: Eisenhower - Picture Day Sept. 10: BRHS - Portraits Grades 9–10 Sept. 10: Wade Building - Board of Education, 8 p.m. Sept. 11: BRMS - Book Fair Sept. 11: BRMS - Back-to-School, Grade 7, 7 p.m. Sept. 12: BRMS - Picture Day Sept. 12: BRMS - Back-to-School, Grade 8, 7 p.m. Sept. 17: BRMS - Magazine Drive Kick-Off, 12:45 p.m. Sept. 17: Bradley Gardens - Back-to-School, Grades K–2, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17: Bradley Gardens - Back-to-School, Grades, 3–4, 7:15 p.m. Sept. 18: BRHS - Back-to-School, Grades 9–10, 7 p.m. Sept. 19: BRHS - Back-to-School, Grades 11–12, 7 p.m. Sept. 23: Van Holten - Back-to-School, Grades K–2, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 24: Wade Building - Board of Education, 8 p.m. Sept. 25: Hillside - Picture Day Sept. 25: Adamsville - Back-to-School, Grades PreK–2, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25: Eisenhower - Back-to-School, Grade 6, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25: Crim - Back-to-School, Grades K–2, ABA, 6:45 p.m. Sept. 25: Crim - Back-to-School, Grades 3–4, 7:35 p.m. Sept. 26: Adamsville - Back-to-School, Grades 3–4, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26: Eisenhower - Back-to-School, Grade 5, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 26: Hamilton - Back-to-School, Grades K–2, 7 p.m. Sept. 27: BRMS - Rec Night, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 30: Hillside - Book Fair, Sept. 30 through Oct. 4 Check the school websites and calendars for updates or last minute adjustments, www.brrsd.k12.nj.us.
Nominations Sought for Advocate Award The Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services is looking for nominations for its 2013 Disability Advocates Awards Program. The program acknowledges individuals and agencies that empower adults and children with a disability to make their own life choices and to participate in their community. The deadline for nominations is Oct. 1. Nomination forms are available at the Office on Aging and Disability Services website or by calling 908-704-6346.
All nominations must include name and contact information for the nominator and nominee. Nominations should be as specific and detailed as possible. Completed nominations should be sent to the Disability Advocates Awards Committee, c/o Office on Aging and Disability Services, 27 Warren St., Somerville, NJ 08876. They can also be faxed to 908-595-0194, or emailed to malone@co.somerset. nj.us. The awards will be presented during Disability Awareness Month in October.
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Classified Ads Home Care Provider: Looking to provide excellent care for your loved one in-home. CHHA references upon request. 25 years experience. Local areas please. Call Jody at 908-2559942. Power Washing: Decks, Houses, Patios, Walkways, Fences, Driveways, Clear Preservatives, Staining, Painting, Termite and Water Damage Repairs. Free Estimates: Jim (908) 203-9655. Outdoor Home: Exterior home cleaning, power washing, gutters, windows, light yard work and weeding and exterior painting. Call Luis at 732-310-1361. Water Well Service: Pumps & tanks. Insured & Licensed, NJ Lic. #13VH06940900. Evening and weekend hours available for your convenience. Call Digger & Son Well and Pump at 908-725-7300. Repair Screens Bridgewater/ Somerset Area: Pickup & Delivery or bring your screens to me. Call Fred for prices: 908580-0341 or 908-247-1994. Contractor: FD Mason Contractor, over 30 years of experience. Brick, block, stone concrete. No job too large or small. Fully insured and licensed. Free estimates. 908-385-5701.
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Bridgewater-Raritan High School – Class of 1963: Bridgewater-Raritan High School’s first four-year graduating class will be celebrating our 50th reunion Oct. 4, 5 and 6, 2013. If you are a “lost” classmate, or need more information, please contact Karen Verrelli at 215862-6677. Hairstylist: Stylist for small Salon in Raritan. Must do roller sets and enjoy working with older clients, very flexible hours, clientele a plus. Call 908-722-9115—Sandy. Music Lessons: First Lesson $10. Learn Guitar, Bass Guitar, Harmonica and/or Keyboard. Lessons in my Branchburg home. Degreed with years of teaching and performance experience. Call 908-231-0492. Music: French Horn Instruction: Juilliard-trained French hornist with many years’ experience performing and teaching. Bridgewater. 917.886.4934. tedpet5@yahoo.com. Language: Hebrew conversation group forming. No previous experience necessary. Bridgewater area. Please call Arlene Beroff at 908-7221892.
Handyman: Call the handyman many of your neighbors, local businesses and realtors count on for their repairs. Senior Discounts! Sig’s Handiworks – 16 years serving this area. Call 908-231-0492. NJ Lic. 13VH05489400.
Lucky You Consignment Shop: New fabulous finds of ladies/girls clothes, accessories and home decor. Designers include Michael Kors, Ann Taylor, Coach, Chicos, Vera Bradley and more. 19 Main St., High Bridge; 908-617-5033; www. luckyyou.comcastbiz.net.
Handyman: Pressure washing services; Homes, Decks, Walks, Masonry, Driveways, Siding and more. Gutters also cleaned and repaired. Fully insured, free estimates. Call Chris @ 732469-2810 or Ron @ 908-2569128.
Major & Minor Auto Repairs: Electronic & Computer Diagnostics. Reasonable prices & prompt service. Credit cards accepted. Appt. not always necessary. Call Al at 908-526-8590, Economy Automotive Services, 18-C Raritan Ave., Raritan.
Handyman: Fall clean-ups; complete lawn service; wood split and stacked; driveways repaired and sealed; reasonable rates; free estimates. Call Chris @ 732-469-2810.
Car For Sale: Mazda 626 1997, 118,000 miles, runs, possible transmission problem, $500 as is or best offer. Call Steve for appointment, 908249-6215.
Real Estate: Selling Your Home or Estate Property? Call me for a complimentary market analysis. I buy homes for cash! George Pantozzi, Broker/Associate, Prudential NJ Properties, 908-392-2677 or 908-874-3400 x324, georgepantozzi@hotmail.com.
Jobs Open: PT Bookkeeper Needed for Motor Shop. Strong background in QuickBooks a must. Must be familiar with Word and possess strong organizational skills. Flexible Schedule. Email resume or inquiries to:: velectric@verizon. net.
High School Reunion: Plainfield High School Class of 1968 is holding our 45th year Reunion on Oct. 12, 2013. We have not been able to reach all our classmates. Please contact Gwen Crews at Classof1968PHS@gmail.com if you have not received an invitation. Please pass the word on to graduates you know.
Jobs Open: Mechanics / Rewinder for Growing Electric Motor Shop: Must possess strong mechanical skills in the AC/DC motor and pump industry. Pay based on experience. Will consider candidates with less experience based on background in related industries. Email resumes or inquiries to: velectric@verizon.net.
Donations Needed for Garage Sale The Green Knoll Rescue Squad Auxiliary is holding its annual garage sale, and they’re looking for donations. The garage sale will be held Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The auxiliary is looking for donations of items to be sold at the garage sale, including household and kitchen items;
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wall art, books, collectibles, glassware, holiday items, accessories, toys and more. Donations will be accepted at the Green Knoll Rescue Squad building on North Bridge Street in Bridgewater. They can be dropped off Oct. 13 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., or Oct. 14 through Oct. 16
from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. To donate, call 908-8759945. Please do not donate computers, TVs, clothing, shoes, cribs, car seats, large furniture, bedding or damaged items. The garage sale will be held rain or shine.
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Annual Craft Show
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Crafters and vendors are wanted for the Church of St. Joseph’s Annual Holly-Day Boutique to be held on Dec. 7, 2013 in Raritan. For more information, email hollydayelves@gmail.com. The Senior Artists and Crafters, a non-profit organization, is sponsoring its 42nd Craft Show on Sept. 28 on the lawn of the Somerset County Courthouse on Main Street in Somerville. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Only hand crafted items will be accepted, and it is $30 to have space at the show. For more information, call Jack at 908526-8769.
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Coach: First Game is Most Special U9 Soccer Girls Take Top Season Prizes Coach from Page 25 record. The team lost in the 2012 State Sectional Semi-final. “We, as seniors, have had a taste of both sides, having a 2-8 season and almost being a state champion,” he said. Bray said last year’s team performed beyond expectations and many of the players stepped up to make that happen. “I think it was a great testament to their hard work,” he said. This year, like many in the past Bray said, Hillsborough High School will probably prove to be Bridgewater-Raritan’s biggest rival. That and Hunterdon Central are the biggest rivalries, he said. “We have been playing those teams since the 1970s,” he said. “They are traditional rivalries.” But, Bray said, there are no down games for this team because of the quality of the competitors. “We play in a great conference, with one of the best schedules in the state,” he said. “We have to be up every week.” Bray said he works with the players on consistently upping their game and improving their skills. And while doing that, he said, he reminds the students to remember who they are playing for. “There are 2,000 people in the stands, the band playing,” he said. “That’s what we work for, and when your friends and family are supporting you, that’s what you are preparing for.” Of course, the first game, to be played at home, will be the biggest for the team. “It is the culmination of all the hard work,” Bray said. “The first game is always special.”
Josh Adorno, Grade 12 Mike Alesandro, Grade 12 Billy Barber, Grade 12 Matt Bloom, Grade 12 Chris Carter, Grade 12 Alessandro Castellani, Grade 12 Anthony Cyriac, Grade 12 Chris Deluca, Grade 12 Matthew Eichhorn, Grade 12 Michael Fair, Grade 12 Jack Fanning, Grade 12 Kyle Fross, Grade 12 Khalil Gordon, Grade 12 Jaleen Harrington, Grade 12 Kyle Keirnan, Grade 12 Kyle Lutz, Grade 12 Nate Melewski, Grade 12 Ryan Moran, Grade 12 Carmine Pennisi, Grade 12 Matt Picciurro, Grade 12 Mike Piel, Grade 12 Randall Ramirez, Grade 12 Jesse Ray, Grade 12 Daniel Renna, Grade 12 Josh Robbins, Grade 12 Keith Schroeder, Grade 12, Darnell Thigpen, Jr., Grade 12 Jason Amrowski, Grade 11 Anthony Balliro, Grade 11 Joey Barletta, Grade 11 Kevin Bereheiko, Grade 11 Corey Biggs, Grade 11 Jack Bradley, Grade 11 Tom Bray, Grade 11 Corey Brennan, Grade 11 John Capra, Grade 11 Andreas Carollo, Grade 11 Matt Cascio, Grade 11 Jack Cohen, Grade 11 Daniel DeMaio, Grade 11 Conlan Farrell, Grade 11 Nick Fiorendino, Grade 11
Hanks Flanagan, Grade 11 Matt Kaiteris, Grade 11 Ryan Kaiteris, Grade 11 Mike Kolen, Grade 11 Steven Lemorte, Grade 11 Craig Luetters, Grade 11 Mason Pagnotta, Grade 11 Nick Porter, Grade 11 Eddie Rodriguez, Grade 11 Richard Rowe, Grade 11 Anthony Salvatore, Grade 11 Santino Sollazzo, Grade 11 Donohue Sweeney, Grade 11 Ryan Brennan, Grade 10 Jonathan Carelli, Grade 10 Mike Celli, Grade 10 Ethan Christensen, Grade 10 Andrew DeMaio, Grade 10 Robert Erwin, Grade 10 James Flanagan, Grade 10 Jacob Garrett, Grade 10 Zack Garrity, Grade 10 Eduardo Gonzalez, Grade 10 Soriano Griffin, Grade 10 Greg Johnson, Grade 10 Ryan Kaden, Grade 10 Jon Kaye, Grade 10 Brian Kolen, Grade 10 Matt Miliotis, Grade 10 Patric Mobo, Grade 10 Nate Muniz, Grade 10 Eric Nickel, Grade 10 Chris Powell, Grade 10 Jon Rice, Grade 10 Ethan Rodgers, Grade 10 Ryan Sena, Grade 10 Tim Sexton, Grade 10 Tyler Sibiga, Grade 10 Trevor Smith, Grade 10 Joe Toth, Grade 10 Chris Trotta, Grade 10 Austin Vanderbeek, Grade 10
With a season ending June 19, the Bridgewater United Cheetahs took first place for the U9 travel soccer team, Flight 3. The team’s record was 7-1-2. In the photo are: (Front Row) Annie Clapp, Sarah Kate Schneider, Ellie Jaskolski, Nina Gentile and Grace Frauenheim; (Middle Row) Phoebe Kirsh, Emily Kirkpatrick, Molly Long, Bianca Burke and Ava Clemas; (Back Row) Coach Ed Moen and Asst. Coaches Carol Ryner, Chris Kirkpatrick and Kevin Long. Not pictured are Lainey Cooper and Emily Adonna.
Raritan T-Ball Team Has Strong Season — The Raritan T-Ball team held its final game in July, and celebrated at Frelinghuysen Park in Raritan, followed by an awards ceremony where all players received trophies. The team, as a whole, had a Monday/ Wednesday team and a Tuesday/Thursday team. The coaches were Scott Capozzi, Fred Sinagra, Ben Sanberg, Santo Natale, Chad Niles, Frank Taddeo and Kym D’Agostino.
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Varsity Sports Football
9/12 — Home Game against Union, 7 p.m. 9/20 — Away Game against Hunterdon Central Regional, 7 p.m. 9/27 — Away Game against Hillsborough, 7 p.m.
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9/3 — Away Game against Madison, 4 p.m. 9/6 — Home Game against North Hunterdon, 3:45 p.m. 9/10 — Home Game against Hunterdon Central Regional, 3:45 p.m. 9/17 — Home Game against Hillsborough, 3:45 p.m. 9/19 — Home Game against Ridge, 3:45 p.m. 9/21 — Away Game against Warren Hills Regional, 9:30 a.m. 9/24 — Away Game against Pingry School, 3:45 p.m. 9/26 — Away Game against Watchung Hills Regional, 3:45 p.m.
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Bridgewater Americans Win Tournament — The Bridgewater Americans won the 9U
Division of Bridgewater Baseball’s Summerblast Tournament on July 4, defeating Delaware Valley, 8-2. The tournament was held at the Prince Rodgers Baseball Complex in Bridgewater, and the Americans went 5-0 in the tournament. Pictured here are: (Front Row) Shay Zimmerman, Michael Lyne, Brian Golas and Lou Arone; (Second Row) Trent Koller, Jason Cozzi, Michael Fattore, John Fischang, Jason Garnett and Aidan Rumain; (Back Row) Manager Mike Lyne, Coach Brian Rumain, Coach Greg Zimmerman, Coach Ed Cozzi and Coach Keith Garnett. Not pictured is Matthew Bilia.
9/11 — Home Game against Hillsborough, 3:45 p.m. 9/16 — Away Game against Pingry School, 3:45 p.m. 9/18 — Home Game against Montgomery, 3:45 p.m. 9/25 — Home Game against North Hunterdon, 3:45 p.m. 9/26 — Away Game against Gill Saint Bernards, 3:45 p.m. 9/30 — Home Game against Westfield, 4 p.m.
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11U Bridgewater Team Wins Championships The 11U Bridgewater Americans won the Bridgewater Summer Blast 11U Tournament Championship, winning the game with a score of 14-13. The team went into the championships on June 23 with a record of 4-0 in the tournament. The Americans defeated the Jersey Jaguars in a come-frombehind walk-off win. The team then went on to win
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Local Lacrosse Star Wins Championship — Allison Mastroianni, an eighth grader at the Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School, and the 2013 Brine National All-Star Lacrosse Team in New Jersey won the Brine National Tournament, defeating Team Long Island by a score of 6-5. The team went undefeated in all four days of the tournament. In March, Mastroianni was selected to be on the team as a 2013 Brine National All-Star, chosen as one of the top middle school lacrosse players in the country.
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First Ever Basilone Bowl Honors Beloved Raritan Marine The event was held in June and featured students from all over the county.
The first ever Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone Bowl was held June 28 in honor of the late Raritan Marine John Basilone. Students from every high school in the county came together in two teams to play football, with schools putting aside any rivalries to work together. About 85 players joined together from 14 schools to play in honor of the American hero.
JCC Swimmers Win Big Y Swimmers Earn Best Scores Ever Carter Weiland, 12, was named state champion at the New Jersey Junior Olympic State Championships at Rutgers University—the first member of the JCC Bridgewater Tide Swim Team to do so. Weiland placed first in both the men’s 11-12 400 IM and 1500 Freestyle with USA Swimming National Top 10 times. In addition, he won a silver medal in the 800 Freestyle and six bronze medals in other events. These wins, along with many by other members of the team, earned the Tide team its highest place finish in team history. Member Evan Kott won medals in the 13-14 Boys 100 Breaststroke, 200 Breaststroke, 200 IM and 400 IM. Member Doug Quagliato placed in the 15 and Over Boys 200 Breaststroke, 400 IM and 200 Fly. Kott, Quagliato and Weiland will now represent the Bridgewater Tide Team, and New Jersey, at the Eastern Zones in Richmond, VA. In addition to achievements by the swimmers, Bridgewater Tide
Coach Steve Wilson was selected to represent NJ Swimming as a Zones Coach. Also placing in the Junior Olympic event were: Leah Juechter with a 12th place finish in the Girls 200 Breaststroke, Rayna Klugherz with an 11th place finish in the 11-12 Girls 200 Breastrstroke, Riley Pestorius with a 15th place finish in the 1314 Boys 400 IM and Melody Visconti with a 15th place finish in the 13-14 Girls 200 Breaststroke. The 22 swimmers competing were Christine Arcoleo, Brendan Blood, Eileen Blood, Alexis Brewer, Ryan Bugianesi, Juechter, Hannah Lesser, Paul Pacelli, Sarah Pacelli, Quagliato, Kinsey Rushevics, Visconti, Weiland, Ethan Weiland and Bhavya Yalamanchili, all of Bridgewater; Katelyn Battagliese, of Hillsborough; Kott, of Piscataway; and Klugherz and Hayley Margulis, both of Basking Ridge. The Tide team is a year-round USA Swimming program that competes in local, state and national competitions.
Bridgewater Tide Swim Team members Kinsey Rushevics, Katie Battagliese, Rayna Klugherz, Bhavya Yalamanchili, Leah Juechter, Zoe Bender and Sara Pacelli. Photo by Julie Pacelli.
The Somerset Valley YMCA earned a third place overall team finish at the Long Course YMCA Nationals in July, the team’s best showing ever. The team earned six individual and relay titles, three YMCA National Meet records and seven NJ swimming records at the competition July 29 to Aug. 2. The men’s team finished third and won the Y National Title with its performance in the 200and 400-meter Medlay Relays, while also setting a new national record in the 400-meter. The team was made up of Dylan Sali, of Bridgewater-Raritan High School; Zack Warner, of Montgomery High School; and David Chung and Brad Zdroik, both of Hillsborough High School. In addition, the women’s team finished third, with wins in the 200 and 400 Freestyle Relays. They took the titles for the first time in Somerset Valley YMCA history. The team was made up of Lindsay Temple and Julieyanna Parker, both of Hillsborough High School; Holly Christensen, of Hunterdon Central High School; and Katrina Kuhn, of Bishop Arh High School. These finishes mark the highest overall in the team’s history. In the men’s events, Sali won the national title when he placed first in the 50 and 100 backstroke. He also broke the New Jersey swimming record in the backstroke. Sali, who is a graduating senior, is planning to swim for Cornell University in the fall. In addition to the accomplish-
The Somerset Valley YMCA Nationals Team ments of the swimmers them- was chosen as the recipient of selves, Matt Donovan, head the YMCA National Coach of the coach and director of competi- Meet Award for the team’s pertive swimming at the YMCA, formance.
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Football Team Preparing for Greatness in New Season The team is preparing for its opening game, Sept. 12. By Audrey Levine With players competing for more open positions this year, the Bridgewater-Raritan High School football team is poised for a successful season. After 20 seniors graduated from the team at the end of the 2012–2013 school year, Coach Scott Bray found himself in the unenviable position of having many open positions that students actually needed to earn. “There is a lot of open competition for positions,” he said as practice wound down one sunny
day in August just one month before the Sept. 12 opening game against Union. “We had seniors in very key positions last year.” But, Bray said, the team will definitely not be down for the count. “I feel we have very good sophomores and juniors,” he said. “But competition usually makes the team better. Everyone is working harder to get a position.” Senior Mike Fair agreed. “Spots opened this year, and, more than others, we are looking
for people to step in,” he said. The team began its practices in early August with a four-day team camp in Pennsylvania, followed by practices throughout August at the John Basilone Memorial Field. “The summer focus is getting the kids around for morning workouts,” Bray said. “They come together as a unit. There are new faces, so they have to be comfortable around each other.” Day by day, Bray said, they work on different skills and techniques to improve the team.
“When we feel comfortable as coaches that the players are comfortable, we move on,” he said. “We make sure the kids become good at something.” At this time, Bray said, the football program has 140 students, which includes about 50 freshmen, and about 80 sophomores, juniors and seniors. Of those, Bray said, there are about 24 seniors, many of whom are already showing promise for the coming year. Senior tight end Chris Carter has already verbally committed to a full scholarship to play football for the University of Massachusetts in 2014. “They offered me a scholarship,” he said, stating that he intends to study business in college. “I love the game and I’ve been playing for 13 years, since flag football.” “I committed early so I could focus on the team this year,” he added. Bray said Carter is not the only top player this year. “We have a lot of big name returnees from last year,” Bray said. One of those is senior Matt Eichhorn, who said the seniors are taking a leadership role this year, particularly in working with the underclassmen, to make them all better in this year’s games. “We want to help them to make
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