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Eyesore will soon be gone By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

KEARNY – At the top of the Oval, there’s a small square which, in about a month, should be flat. Yes, the fenced-off, vacant two-story house at 484 Schuyler Ave. surrounded by overgrown vegetation, with a shed in the backyard, is coming down. The building – next to the entrance of Kearny’s Gunnell Oval recreation complex – has been sitting empty for at least a decade, according to town Public Works Director Gerry Kerr, and now that the town is aiming to make over the environmentally compromised Oval, it will be removing the adjacent eyesore. Its last owner was listed in Kearny tax records as Matilda Dorothy Horn. In 2008, the town was offered the property, which was appraised at a fair market value of $200,000, and in December 2008, it authorized the purchase through a bond ordinance which justified the move as an acquisition for a public purpose, apparently with the expectation that the property could be added to the Oval. In 2009, the town canceled the balance of real estate taxes see DEMOLITION page

Prepping for opening Photo by Ron Leir

Principal Robert Zika (l.) and Vice Principal Patrick Ragnoni show one of the classrooms at Lincoln Middle School being readied for the start of classes next month.

By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY –

hen the bell rings for the opening of classes at the newly reconfigured Lincoln Middle School in Kearny Sept. 4,

maintenance staff cleaned classrooms on the building’s second floor to prepare them for the estimated 441 grade 8 students who will be their new occupants. “Our custodial staff has been phenomenal,” Blood said. “Everything should

everything will be ready for the incoming seventh- and eighth-graders, said Acting Superintendent Patricia Blood. Last week, after the school district completed its summer school and Ticket-toRead programs at Lincoln,

be up to snuff when school resumes.” A projected 411 seventhgraders will fill in classrooms on the building’s first floor, thus making a total of 852 students. see LINCOLN page

Homicide charge in fatal crash A Union City truck driver has been charged with vehicular homicide in connection with a N.J. Turnpike crash that claimed the life of a Kearny man in June. The N.J. State Police,

working with the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, arrested Henry Flores, 55, without incident at his home July 31. Detectives reportedly have determined that Flores was using a cell phone when his

tractor-trailer caused the chain-reaction accident on the Turnpike in Carlstadt. Several people were injured, and Jeffrey Humphrey, 43, was pronounced dead at the scene. Humphrey, a lifelong Kearny resident, was a medical

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Celebrating Nutley’s history By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent

on Nutley’s role in our nation’s story. This pilot program, which NUTLEY – might be continued on f you were a kid, where weekends in the fall, was would you opt to be on a designed “to give young sunny Tuesday morning in students the opportunity to August? In a park? Down the learn about the contributions Shore? Nutley citizens made to the For a group of Nutley town and the country,” Rogers youngsters, the choice was to said. be at the Department of Public Last week, Buccino focused

As for letters sent to the troops, they arrived sporadically and in great batches. “Every once in a while,” Anthony Buccino told his young audience, “they’d get a bucketful of mail, with about eight weeks’ worth of letters.” The troops “could write back,” he noted, “but you had to burn the ones that had been

sent to you.” Buccino talked about other local veterans of WWII, including a man who parachuted into Normandy and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. “He’s among us,” Buccino noted. In other words, there’s living history in Nutley. He also spoke of Andy Andriola, who had operated a gas station at Harrison St. and

Bloomfield Ave. and who was in charge of a medical supply truck during WWII. “He served in 12 battle campaigns,” Buccino said. “He was in North Africa and Italy and he met the Russians at the Rhine. He was a walking encyclopedia of the war.” Buccino is passionate about see HISTORY page

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TOP: Author Anthony Buccino talks history with a group of Nutley youngsters. LEFT: Boy Scout Kirill Pavlov, 13, of Nutley respectfully folding ‘retired’ American flag.

on the military contributions, of which he is most familiar, having authored two books on the topic: “Belleville and Nutley in the Civil War” and “Nutley Sons Honor Roll: Remembering the Men Who Paid for Our Freedom.” The latter profiles the local heroes who served, were wounded, or taken prisoner, or who made the supreme sacrifice, Affairs offices on Chestnut St. from the American Revolution for a lesson local history. through the Vietnam War. No foolin’. The book also contains a The boys and girls listened number of letters written by attentively as local author Buccino’s father, Angelo, while Anthony Buccino of the Nuthe was serving in the South ley Historical Society talked Pacific during World War II. about the hometown veterans They are wonderfully chatty who served in America’s wars and reveal nothing to friends -- all the way back to the Revo- and family back home about lution. (Did you know that a what the troops were endurNutley soldier, Henry Brown, ing on Guadalcanal and elsedied at Valley Forge?) where. Part of that, of course, The hourlong workshop had to do with the censors, on Aug. 5 marked the launch but even without censorship, of a program, “Celebrating it’s highly unlikely brave men America - Celebrating Nutley,” like Angelo Buccino would which will be held Tuesdays have wanted their loved ones and Thursdays through the to know the truth of a combat month of August. It is the zone. brainchild of Commissioner The closest he comes to it is: Steven L. Rogers, who wants “There’s nothing much I can to give youngsters, and adults, say about things here . . . but a perspective on local history, we’re busy as hell.”

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New superior among the Bravest By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – n Jan. 20, 2013, Kearny firefighters were battling a fire at a 3-story, 6-family building at 118 Devon St. when part of the roof gave way, pinning Capt. Gary Dye and Firefighter Michael Kartanowicz under rubble. Eventually, they were pulled out by Firefighters Michael Janeczko and Andrew O’Donnell who were acclaimed as Firefighters of the Year for their deeds. Both of the injured men – Kartanowicz took a few months to recover from sur-

gery – have returned to work and last Tuesday, Kartanowicz, 36, was promoted to fire captain in ceremonies at the Town Hall assembly chambers filled with family, friends and colleagues. He’ll earn $103,637 a year in his new rank. Born in Bayonne and a Bayonne High School alum, Kartanowicz moved with his family to Lyndhurst. In 2001 he completed an undergraduate degree in communications at William Paterson University and became a Kearny firefighter in 2005. Kartanowicz told The Observer he took the Civil Service test for firefighter

twice before being offered the Kearny job in April 2005. He didn’t have to think twice about accepting because firefighting had always been his career goal, he told The Observer. “Just doing good for the community” was what motivated him, Kartanowicz said. “You go home every day with a good feeling knowing you did good for others – what could be better?” A member of the Fire Department’s confined space/ tactical rescue team, Kartanowicz was cited for his participation in the rescue of a man working at the site of the new Wittpenn (Rt. 7) Bridge who Phtoos by Ron Leir

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It’s promotion day for Kearny Fire Capt. Michael Kartanowicz, celebrating with his wife Marcella and sons Ryan (l.) and Drew. Inset: The new captain takes the oath.

had broken his leg in a fall on a barge during the early winter of 2013, according to Fire Chief Steven Dyl. Ironically, it was only a short time later, that same winter, when a trapped Kartanowicz was pulled from the Devon St. fire. He was also cited for rescue actions performed during Superstorm Sandy in fall 2012, Dyl said. Dyl said he’s currently training as a swift water rescue technician to aid people who may be snagged in rivers, creeks or flooded streets. Noting that the new captain logged a score of 93.45 on his Civil Service promotional test, Dyl called Kartanowicz “an asset to the department” and one of the department’s “up and coming” members. “He’s going to be one of our rising stars,” the chief said.

Aside from his skills as a firefighter, Dyl said, Kartanowicz has a winning personality, always displaying “an infectious smile and compassion.” The chief recalled one of the then-firefighter’s supervisors telling him about an incident that reflected Kartanowicz’s feelings for others. “His company had just put a fire out and were taking a breather and Mike looked at the family [displaced by the blaze] on the sidewalk and noticed how desperate they looked, so he said he was going to take them out for pizza,” Dyl said. “Mike is the kind of guy to go that extra mile,” the chief said, “and he does that all the time. … He’s like the energizer bunny rabbit.” Kartanowicz and his wife see CAPTAIN page

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Two-time loser By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent NUTLEY – 50-year-old Nutley was sentenced last week to four years and seven months in prison for the 2013 robbery of a Clifton bank -- a crime committed while he was on supervised release following a previous bank-robbery conviction. The bandit, Wayne Winner, had been arrested about a week after the Clifton crime thanks to an alert and observant Nutley police officer, authorities reported. According to court documents, Winner entered a Valley National Bank in Clifton on Jan. 4, 2013, and handed a teller a bag and a note, which read, “No joke, loose bills, no dye, in a hurry.” The amount of money taken was not disclosed. The following week, Nutley Police Officer John Mecka was on patrol on

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contacted. Winner was also charged with possession of an imitation firearm, LoCurto said. “It was a really good job by John,” the lieutenant noted. On April 8, 2014, Winner pleaded guilty to the robbery, U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman said. On Aug. 6, he was sentenced in Newark federal court to a 40-month prison term by Judge William H. Walls. The judge imposed an additional 15 months, to run consecutively, because Winner had violated the terms of his supervised release following a prior federal bank robbery conviction, Fishman reported. In addition to the new prison term, Walls sentenced Winner to a year of supervised release.

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he Bulwer-Lytton Contest winners for 2014 have been announced, and I feel compelled to share some of them with you. I have written about the contest before, but in case you have forgotten: Named for 19th-century British writer Edward George Bulwer-Lytton, it is “a whimsical literary competition that challenges entrants to compose the opening sentence to the worst of all possible novels.” (That is not as easy as you might think.) It was launched by the English Department of San Jose (Calif.) State University in 1982 and today attracts entries from across the globe. As usual, many of my top picks were Runners-Up or Dishonorable Mentions. So be it. I shall begin with the category closest to my heart: VILE PUNS • “Pet detective Drake Leghorn ducked reporters at the entrance to the small hobby farm and headed down to the tiny pond where a lone goose was frantically calling for her mate and he wondered why, when so many come to look upon the graceful mating pair, why would someone want to take a gander?” -- Howie McLennon, Ottawa, Ontario • “Dr. Fulton Crisp DMD, stoic superintendent of the prestigious Northwoods Dental College, entered the symposium for new students, took the dais amid the clamor of the first day of classes, produced a #6 dental pick from a pocket, held it aloft for all to see and spoke the immortal words, ‘May I

have your attention please, this is not a drill, repeat this is not a drill.” -- Jim Biggie, Melrose, Mass. • “When the call came in for grammar expert Professor Leland Saige to analyze the President’s latest speech just five minutes after Saige’s indispensable assistant Mary Anne Detwiler had gone to bed (Mary Anne was notoriously impossible to awaken 15 minutes after she retired), the Professor’s receptionist hurriedly burst into his office and breathlessly announced, ‘If you’re going to parse, Lee Saige, rouse Mary in time!” -- Chris Lovegren, Lynden, Wash. ADVENTURE • “Finally after 97 long days adrift Captain Pertwee was rescued, mercifully ending his miserable diet of rainwater and strips of sun dried Haddock which was actually far ghastlier than it sounded what with George Haddock being his former first mate.” -- Phillip Davies, Cardiff, Wales CRIME • “’One cannot easily shake off old habits,’ was all that retired Detective Tim O’Hara could say when, after rifling through the dead old man’s pockets (which, as he expected, were all empty), inspecting his throat, and forcing open his cold, stiff hand to get his fingerprints, he was gently but firmly pulled away from the coffin by his brother Harry and piloted out of the parlor under the perplexed stares of Uncle Mel’s friends and relatives.” -- Jorge Stolfi, Campinas, Brazil • “When the CSI investigator lifted the sheet

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Cat colony conundrum By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

it is held at the shelter and can be held for as long as a year.” Although the traps have KEARNY – since been removed, Santos ontroversy over how to said, “I’ve learned that wildlife deal with a cat colony in [other than stray felines] have been trapped … and that two the back of an E. Midof those wildlife have been land Ave. apartment complex came to a head at last Tuesday euthanized. That should not have happened.” night’s mayor/Town Council Juliette Twist said that meeting. Half the assembly chambers the two wildlife reportedly removed to the shelter were were filled with advocates raccoons. for the colony led by animal Last Wednesday, it was activists Leonard and Juliette disclosed by the local Health Twist, a couple who live on the same block where the cats Department that a live bat was have congregated in a woodsy removed from “in the grassy area along a set of abandoned area” at the colony site and was found to have no rabies. railroad tracks. In any case, Twist and his Problem is, according to the supporters urged the town to town, the cats have spilled consider adopting a policy of over into the parking lot of the apartment complex whose “TNR – trap, neuter and reowner, last week, took steps to turn” as a strategy for containset traps for the strays, hire an ing the colony’s growth. Twist said that he and his off-duty cop to guard the traps, wife have at their own exand send them to the Bergen pense, with contributions County Animal Shelter. from a few neighbors and There, Mayor Alberto Sanwith guidance from Bergen tos told the crowd, “if a cat is feral and not sociable, it is eu- County’s animal control prothanized. If the cat is sociable, gram, taken sick cats from the

colony to a veterinarian for care and/or to be “put down,” while “healthy ones were spayed/neutered and given all their shots.” Over the past 10 years, Twist said, “we managed to trim the colony [from more than 30] to eight to 10 cats.” He said homes were found for some. “We were never told we needed a license to give away

a cat.” Resident James Calautti said that “TNR is the most effective way to control a stray cat community. It is documented by the SPCA that TNR cats, while not producing litters, prevent other cats from entering the community. This reduces the population and stabilizes the cat population. Attempts to permanently

remove cats from a colony always fail due to a ‘vacuum’ effect.” Twist said that he and some neighbors have fed the cats at Midland and that “there are several colonies down the [Gunnell} Oval and across the tracks at the Industrial Complex [and] someone is feeding see CAT NATION page

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‘Polarized’ impossible to put down after picking it up By Ryan Sloane Observer Correspondent With some summer night’s heat so oppressive you don’t want to venture outside, there’s always a great book out there that can make the doldrums of the humidity and stale air just go away. Such is the case with the biography, “Polarized: Sex, Lies and Family Betrayal,” the story of Joseph DeBlasi, formerly of Staten Island, N.Y., who shares his experiences of being bipolar. Much of the book depicts how DeBlasi was faced, at a very young age, with having to deal with the highs of mania and the lows of the depression the disease caused — and still does cause to this day. But it’s important to know a little background on DeBlasi before reading the book — and we certainly hope you will give this one a read. When DeBlasi was a young boy, not even 10, his parents were divorcing. His father, a prominent doctor on Staten Island, decided he didn’t want his soon-to-be ex-wife gaining custody of the boy, so DeBlasi writes of how his dad “kidnapped” him to make sure of it. DeBlasi was too young to realize much of what was happening, he says in the book, so he went along with his dad’s plan and would live with him for many years. But in the process — and when it came time for a judge to decide the custody issue, DeBlasi writes about how his dad and his lawyer coached him into lying in court about what he’d supposedly witnessed his mom doing. DeBlasi says his dad and lawyer drilled him incessantly, getting him to say he’d witnessed his mom and her new boyfriend engaging in sexual activity, though in reality, no

such thing ever occurred. In the end, the judge granted DeBlasi’s father full custody, but this was only the beginning. Unsavory details revealed As time went on, DeBlasi learned to cope with living with his dad — and then, shortly thereafter, his dad’s second wife. But in the book, DeBlasi describes, in vivid detail, when his father was away or working in a hospital as a younger doctor, how his stepmother began to force him to have intimate relations with her. He wasn’t even 13 yet, and DeBlasi’s own stepmother, he writes, forced him into doing the unthinkable. And it lasted for years. But because the statute of limitations had expired, when he finally came to grips with what had happened to him as a young boy, he writes of how he could do nothing to bring his stepmother to justice. Instead, he and his brother, Kevin, decided to write “Polarized,” with the hopes that others, who might be the victims of sexual abuse and/ or mental illness, would realize they’re not alone.

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there’s no question in my mind I would have killed myself.” While he did get treatment — he saw psychologists, psychiatrists, counselor, etc. — DeBlasi still suffered from the effects of The manic state the mania. Sometimes, mediAs he grew older, DeBlasi cation helped. But not always. enjoyed life. But when he fiAnd twice, in 2000, it got nally had a chance to leave the really wild. nest once and for all — and to First, DeBlasi, who had been go to Rutgers University for visiting his mother in South undergraduate studies — it Florida in March 2000, writes all began to unravel, DeBlasi about how he decided to visit writes. the New York Mets’ spring It was there his mania training facilities in Florida. developed. At first, he had The first day he showed no idea what was wrong. up, he says he demanded a But he knew he was always tryout with the team, telling depressed and he couldn’t get out of bed on numerous occa- the team’s Vice President of Communications Jay Horowsions. itz that he “had a better arm “I wanted to kill myself than Mike Piazza” did. (Some many times,” DeBlasi said. “I might have agreed with that didn’t want to live. “If I had had access to a gun back then, in 2000.)

When he was told to leave, he obliged — but he came back the very next day, banging on a table with his fists, demanding to get on the field, he says. But the police were called and they arrested DeBlasi on charges of criminal trespassing. The story was picked up by several New York newspapers and was even discussed on WFAN. And then, he was hauled away to jail, but was able to bail himself out after spending a few hours behind bars. It was an incredible manic high that he describes in vivid detail in the book. DeBlasi had also spent a lot of time that year at the New

York Jets training camp on the campus of Hofstra University on Long Island. He wanted a tryout with the Jets, too, because of a manic episode, but this time, DeBlasi’s brother, Kevin, was able to arrange a “faux tryout” thanks to the Jets’ then vice president of security, Steve Yarnell. While he was impressive for a non-athlete, DeBlasi writes, he didn’t make the team. But these were just two examples of many he shares in this book about how a man, once abused by his stepmother, went on to experience some of the most heinous things, much of which he attributes to his mental illness. DeBlasi and his brother are now on a crusade of sorts to ensure Joe’s story gets out to the masses — and to ensure that anyone who is the victim of sexual abuse and/or who suffers from mental illness knows they’re not alone. And they want people to know there truly is hope. DeBlasi is currently doing well — but still has his moments, his brother Kevin says. The mania can come on, unexpectedly, at any time — for an unknown period of time. But for the most part, it’s under control, and he’s living a normal life with a wife and young daughter. “If one person can take something away from this story, there’s no question we’ve done it all right,” Kevin DeBlasi said. “It’s our hope that people of all walks of life will take time to read the stories Joe shares. Just because a person is mentally ill, or because a person has been abused, it doesn’t mean that person has to eternally suffer. “Joe is a perfect example of that, as the book will show.” ‘Polarized’ is available on Amazon.com. Visit bit.ly/ Polarizedbook to read reviews and/or to purchase it.

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ment is palpable. I can’t tell you how many people have sent me The school’s capacity is emails or told me how much designed to hold “in the midthey’re looking forward to this.” 900s,” Blood said. “We should Lincoln Middle School will have an average of 25 students host orientations Aug. 18 and in most classrooms.” 20 (two each day) “to acclimate Several eighth-grade teachers students to the building and have already made an appearto promote school spirit and ance to unload supplies and set teamwork,” Zika advises in a up their rooms in advance of letter going out to parents this their students’ arrivals, noted week. Principal Robert C. Zika Sr. For those sessions, students Of the nearly 80 teachers, are asked to enter the building administrators and staff asvia the Beech St. entrance and signed to the middle school, wait in the auditorium for the “about half” will be new to the “Peer-to-Peer” students who Lincoln School building, Zika will give a guided tour of the estimated. school. “Many teachers requested Additionally, all incoming assignments to the middle middle schoolers are invited school,” Blood told The Obto a “welcome BBQ” slated for server last week. “The exciteWednesday, Aug. 27, at Rogers

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New wellness center in Harrison Pedestrians walking along Frank E. Rodgers South in Harrison lately may have noticed a new storefront open up this summer fronted with palm trees, flowers and Adirondack chairs. The welcoming appearance of this new space is just the beginning of what the Stretch Studio has to offer. Stretch Studio and Café, 209 Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. South, is a wellness center offering yoga and meditation classes for all levels, massages and freshly squeezed juices including organically farmed local wheat grass, salads and smoothies at the juice bar. Developed not only as a healthy place for local residents to do yoga and eat right, it is also a place where artists, musicians and movements can collaborate. A resident of Harrison for more than 14 years, owner

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Marcella have two sons, Ryan, 4, and Drew, 1. In other business at Tuesday’s meeting, the mayor and council: • Authorized a $2.3 million capital bond ordinance providing $1.14 million for road and sewer improvements (including repaving Midland Ave., from Kearny to Schuyler Aves.); $570,000 for Gunnell Oval improvements; $570,000 for upgrades to Hickory St. playground and Pettigrew (behind Washington School) playground which haven’t been touched in 14 years; and $95,000 for continued environmental monitoring of the First Aid Squad building on Maple St. • Waived a local noise ordinance for a state Department of Transportation project to rebuild a section of Rt. 7 (the Belleville Turnpike) over the Conrail Bridge this fall and winter. DOT plans to close the Pike, between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., during weekdays and weekends. “The closest resi-

Rebecca Gregory said, “The Town of Harrison desperately needed a place like Stretch, so when my tenants moved out, I converted the space into something functional and beautiful for everyone to enjoy.” Stretch Studio’s wide array of yoga classes includes classes in Spanish and Portuguese and a guided meditation class (Yoga Nidra). There are plans to include more diverse classes, such as chair/adaptive and restorative yoga. Chair/ adaptive yoga is particularly suited for adults and those with physical restrictions. Restorative yoga encourages a deep state of relaxation. Besides yoga, Stretch plans to expand its reach to include health-based programs and workshops and to feature a “Speaker Series” on a variety of topics. Stretch hosted its first kids’ yoga workshop in

July and currently offers a summer music series. Next up on the series is Josh Reyes and Dangerously Close on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 7:30 p.m. A fall program is currently being planned in conjunction with artists featured on Jersey City’s WFMU. Gregory added: “I am very

dents are a mile away,” Mayor Alberto Santos said, so no one should be impacted by the noise levels.

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CRASH from The accident occurred at approximately 4:55 p.m., June 9, in the southbound lanes of the highway and resulted in its closure for about eight hours. Police said Flores was traveling in the left lane when he smashed into the vehicle in front of him that was slowing with traffic. The initial Photo courtesy N.J. State Police impact caused a crash Henry Flores

Another Nutley boy, Kirill Pavlov, 13, listened to Buccino while carehonoring the memory fully and respectfully of local veterans, who they were and what they folding American flags did. Sometimes, that can that have been “retired.” A member of Boy Scout be as simple as reading Troop 22, Bloomfield, their names aloud, as is he volunteered for the done at some patriotic task and thus far has ceremonies. “If you say folded “at least 50.” (If someone’s name, they you have an old, worn stay alive,” he said. Some of the youngsters flag, you can bring it to the Department of Public are getting a chance to Affairs -- there’s a special meet Nutley heroes. mailbox out front -- and They are participating it will be disposed of in a project to interview with due honor.) and videotape veterans, Eventually, Rogers to preserve the stories hopes to see the town for posterity. The tapes add special street signs will go to the Library of bearing veterans’ names Congress and the Nutley and placed on the Public Library. One of specific blocks where the boys, 13-year-old each lived. He has invited Sean Fitzpatrick, told us the youngsters to help that the experience of design these. “It would talking to a WWII vet was “greatly rewarding.” be here forever,” he said. HISTORy from

that involved multiple vehicles. Humphrey’s car was in the middle of the line of cars that were hit. In addition to vehicular homicide, Flores has been charged with hindering apprehension, reckless driving and improper use of a cell phone. He was remanded to the Bergen County Jail in lieu of $50,000 full cash bail. – Karen Zautyk

“Many years from now, you can ride through the town and say, ‘I was part of that.’” As for “Celebrating America - Celebrating Nutley,” Rogers sees the project offering the young attendees “a good, solid background on Nutley history.” One of its goals, he added, is to teach them “how they, as young people, can have a significant impact on the future of this story. But to achieve that you need a historical perspective, where we were, where we are and where we are headed.” The free workshops end Aug. 28. If you would like to attend, or get more information, call the Department of Public Affairs at 973-284-4976.

Shelter seeks home for Sonny & Cher Sonny (ID#10896) and Cher, 2 1/2-monthold domestic short hair cats, currently wait for adoption at the Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, 100 United Lane, Teterboro. The shelter would like to place them together. Aside from Sonny and Cher, the shelter has many other kittens and cats in need of a forever home. For more information, call 201-229-4600. Many other adoptable animals can be

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Belleville

A performance by the Library Players, a children’s acting troupe, on Aug. 18 and a Science Fun Workshop on Aug. 25 will be the next installments of the Eight Great Live Monday nights series at Belleville Public Library and Information Center, 221 Washington Ave. Both programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Call 973-450-3434. These programs are for the entire family. Registration begins Aug. 20 for the library’s Music Together class for babies and toddlers. The class will run Sept. 25 to Dec. 4, with two sessions to choose from on Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. Space is limited. To register call the library. Belleville UNICO sponsors a bus ride to the Taj Mahal Sunday, Aug. 24. Cost is a prepaid donation of $30 or $35 if paid the day of the trip. A continental breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. at the Senior Citizens Center, 125 Franklin Ave. A bus will leave from the center at 8:50 a.m. Call 973-759-9259 to reserve seats (no last minute cancellations). Mail checks, payable to Belleville UNICO, to: Gene Antonio, 436 Joralemon St., Belleville, N.J. 07109. Belleville Elks, 254 Washington Ave., sponsor a Type O blood drive Wednesday, Aug. 27, 5 to 9 p.m. No appointment is needed. Priority is for Type O blood but all types of blood will be accepted. The entire process takes less than one hour. Donors must be at least age 17, weigh at least 120 pounds and be in generally good health. The drive is open to Belleville residents and all surrounding communities.

Harrison

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Partnership and Neighborhood Preservation program co-sponsor a flea market and collectible show Saturday, Aug. 16, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., in the parking lot at 401 Bergen St. Admission is free. Any school/local organization that wants an exhibitor space to sell their items and/ or promote their club can reserve one of the four spaces that will be offered free. Call 201-998-1144 or visit events@ jcpromotions.info to make a reservation.

through Aug. 31. People with children in need of school supplies are asked to contact the Health Department at 201804-2500 to schedule a pickup of the needed supplies. Be prepared to give child’s gender and grade level. Registration runs from Aug. 18 to Sept. 12 for Fall Storytime at the Lyndhurst Public Library, 355 Valley Brook Ave. Open to ages 3 to 4 1/2, this 45-minute program features stories, music and crafts. The program begins on Thursday, Sept. 25, with two sessions Kearny available at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. American Legion Post Space is limited. To register, 99, VFW Post 1302 and call 201-804-2478. West Hudson Marine Corp A sea crab craft program for Detachment 209 sponsor grades 1 to 4 is offered at the a pancake breakfast to library on Monday, Aug. 18, benefit the local Salvation 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. Registration Army Sunday, Aug. 17, 8 a.m. is required. Call the library to to 1 p.m., at 314 Belgrove register. Drive. Cost is $8 and $5 for The library hosts “Introchildren age 10 and under. duction to Maum MeditaThe breakfast features tion” on Wednesday, Aug. military-style SOS (chip beef) 27, at 6:30 p.m., presented by pancakes, sausage, bacon a representative from Lyndcoffee and juice. The bar will hurst Meditation on Ridge be open to all members and Road. Space is limited and their guests. registration is required. To Kearny Public Library, register, please email romeo@ 318 Kearny Ave., presents a lyndhurst.bccls.org or call the screening of the film “Dilibrary. vergent” (PG-13), based on The Lyndhurst Garden Veronica Roth’s bestselling Club hosts a plant show and young adult novel, at 2 p.m. garage sale Saturday, Aug. 16, Monday, Aug. 18. The film will 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Senior be shown downstairs. PopCitizen Building, 250 Clevecorn and light refreshments land Ave. Admission is free. will be served. For more infor- Local gardeners of all ages are mation, call 201-998-2666. encouraged to enter their best flower, fruits and vegetables Lyndhurst for judging. Plant registration The Lyndhurst Health is at 9:30 a.m. with awards Department is collecting scheduled for 2 p.m. For more donations for students in information, call 201-939-0033. need. Backpacks, marble comThe Township of Lyndhurst position books, notebooks, hosts a Labor Day Weekdividers, loose paper, crayons end Antique and Craft Fair and 3-ring binders are welSunday, Aug. 31, at Town Hall comed. Drop off donations at Park. The event includes live the Health Department, 601 music throughout the day, a Riverside Ave., Suite 1, Monwide selection of specialty day to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., foods and a children’s play

area. For more information, call 201-321-2756 or email robin.brystra@gmail.com. The Blood Center of New Jersey’s bloodmobile will be at the fair from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Donors must be at least age 17, bring a sign or picture form of ID and know their Social Security number. There is no upper age limit for donors provided they meet health requirements. For those who have recently traveled outside the U.S. and for other eligibility questions, call the blood center at 973-676-4700, ext. 132, or 1-800-652-5663. The New Jersey Meadowlands Commission hosts the following events: • Get an up-close view of the Meadowlands District’s spectacular scenic beauty and wildlife with a two-hour guided pontoon boat cruise of the Hackensack River and its surrounding marshes. Upcoming cruises are set for Aug. 19, 21 and 27, at 5:30 p.m. each day, and at 10 a.m. on Aug. 20, all departing from River Barge Park, 260 Outwater Lane, Carlstadt. Pre-registration is required. Admission is $15. Cruises are recommended for ages 10 and up. For a complete schedule of trips, directions, and to register, visit www.njmeadowlands.gov and go to the Parks and Nature Programs tab at the top of the page or call 201460-4677. • Check out the shorebirds on this summer bird walk at Harrier Meadow on Disposal Road near Schuyler Avenue, in North Arlington Tuesday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m. to noon. Check meadowblog. net for last-minute updates. Participants are asked to sign a standard liability release that is good for NJMC/BCAS events throughout the year. To R.S.V.P., contact Don Torino of

the BCAS or call 201-230-4983. The Lyndhurst VFW Post, 547 Valley Brook Ave., hosts a karaoke party Friday, Aug. 22, at 8 p.m. The VFW hall is available for rentals for all occasions. For more information, call the post at 201-939-5080. The Lyndhurst Health Department holds a breakfast forum, hosted by Clara Maass Medical Center, Friday, Sept. 12, at 10 a.m. Registered Dietitian Elizabeth Nossier will discuss how a healthy diet can enhance quality of life and longevity. Breakfast will be provided. Call the department to register at 201-8042500.

North Arlington

Openings are available for the Queen of Peace Ladies Bowling League. The season starts Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 12:45 p.m., at North Arlington Bowl, 200 Schuyler Ave. To join, call Betsy at 201-997-3914. The North Arlington Woman’s Club holds a flapjack breakfast Saturday, Aug. 23, 8 to 10 a.m., at Applebee’s Restaurant, Kearny. The cost is $10. For tickets, call 201-8892553.

Nutley

The fall season of book discussions at the Nutley Public Library, 93 Booth Drive, begins Sept. 8 at 7 p.m. The group meets the first Monday of each month. Since the group does not meet during summer, no book was chosen to discuss for this meeting. Instead, the meeting will be a reader’s potluck, an informal discussion on books read during the summer. This event is free and open to all members of the community. Refreshments will be served. For more information, visit http:// nutley.bccls.org or call 973667-0405, ext. 2604.

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McCourt, O’Neill got coaching starts in Kearny Thirty years ago this fall, Kearny High School enjoyed a soccer season to remember, perhaps the greatest single year in a litany of soccer excellence in a place called “Soccertown, USA.” In 1984, the Kardinals posted an undefeated 24-0 record, rolling to another NJSIAA Group IV state championship. But the Kards were also crowned as the No. 1 team in New Jersey and to top that, they were the recipients of the mythical national championship. It was a team filled with superstars like eventual World Cup standouts John Harkes and Tony Meola (who was a sophomore forward on that team). But the team also featured two best friends, namely Rob McCourt and Mike O’Neill, two guys who grew up together, whose fathers were best of friends since arriving in Kearny from their native Scotland, two buddies who did practically everything together from diapers through corner kicks. Now, three decades later, those two longtime friends hold another distinction. They

are both major college soccer coaches in their home state. McCourt has been entrenched as the head men’s soccer coach at Monmouth University. McCourt has guided the Hawks to numerous championships over his incredible tenure and will lead the Hawks this season as they begin their second season in a new league, the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. In fact, as they prepare to begin practice in earnest this week, the Hawks are the preseason favorites to win the MAAC title and hopefully will return to the NCAA Tournament this fall. O’Neill gets a golden opportunity this season, as he takes over the head coaching reins with the Rutgers University women’s program, becoming elevated to the top spot after the retirement of former head coach Glenn Crooks last month. O’Neill had been an assistant coach at Rutgers for the last several years, after first helping the women’s program at Seton Hall become a solid force. see VIEW page

North Arlington teen Cammett aspires to become professional wrestler By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer

ike Cammett has always been a fan of professional wrestling. Ever since he was a little boy, Cammett would envision himself as becoming the next Shawn Michaels. “Watching him as I was growing up, he was always a role model to me,” said Cammett, a 17-year-old senior at North Arlington High School who plays football and is a member of the track team. “The whole electric format of wrestling really intrigued me.” So Cammett would practice moves he learned watching the Worldwide Wrestling Entertainment stars like Michaels with his friends. “I was jumping and diving off my dresser, breaking beds and walls in my house,” Cammett said. Cammett said that he was looking for a wrestling school, trying to learn the ins and outs of the professional wrestling game. Enter Kevin Knight. The Nutley native has been involved in professional wrestling for almost two decades. Knight never expected himself to be a part of pro wrestling. He was a student at William Paterson in the radio and television production department and had a job at WGHT Radio doing sports. “Someone said that I would make a great ring announcer, so I decided to give it a try,” Knight said At the time, Knight became friendly with pro wrestler Rik Ratchet and Ratchet started to give Knight some pointers at becoming a pro wrestler. “I worked with him prior to

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some shows and I learned what to do,” Knight said. “I had the right height and I had a good personality.” Knight was able to keep his own name as he moved his way up the pro wrestling ranks, eventually doing some shows with the WWE. “I got beat up by some of their big stars,” Knight said. “Brutus Beefcake, Jim ‘The Anvil’ Neidhart, the ‘A Train,’ they all got me.” Knight attended a host of local wrestling shows for four years or so; then he got an idea from other fans.

“People would always ask me how could they get into it,” Knight said. “There were really not a lot of places to learn.” Knight started his Independent Wrestling Federation, which was housed for 12 years in West Paterson (the town was eventually renamed as Woodland Park). “While I still wrestled, I taught classes,” Knight said. “I brought in some of the superstars of wrestling to help teach the class like Tito Santana and ‘The Honky Tonk Man.’ They were see wrestler next page

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WRESTLER from instructors.” One of Knight’s pupils, Darren Young, has become a regular with the WWE shows for the last four years. But Knight’s business was devastated by flooding on several occasions and after a while, he decided to walk away from the sport to become a fitness trainer. “I sold everything,” Knight said. “But every day, I would still get e-mails and correspondence, asking me about teaching the classes.” In May, Knight decided to get back into the wrestling ring and reinstitute his IWF, but now in a location on Franklin Ave. in his hometown of Nutley. “I needed some time away,” Knight said. “But there was always the thought of coming back. Being in Nutley really helped. I get a lot of support from the community and the town. It’s a good fit.” Since he started classes again four days a week, Knight has 25 students in his regular training program. He usually requires

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ent transition from football.” Knight was a high school athlete, so he knows. “I’d say that it’s 80% showmanship and 20% athleticism,” Knight said. “When they start out, it’s athletics, but then it becomes show business. But in reality, all of sports is like show business. It’s no difference than ‘Dancing With The Stars.’ There’s a routine, the lights, the costumes.” Cammett has been attending classes with Knight for three months, but he’s already performed in four events. “He picked things up very quickly,” Knight said. “It usually takes three months to get in the ring for an event, but Mike was a great student. He has a lot of discipline. I think it’s his athletic background in football and track. He is also a high honors student.” Cammett isn’t the biggest guy in the world, standing about 5-foot-8 and weighing 175 pounds. “But if you watch wrestling, it’s not a big guys’ sport anymore,” said Knight, who stands 6-foot-4, but is lean. “It’s about

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VIEW from Now, O’Neill gets to run a major college program on his own. What are the odds of two best friends becoming major college coaches? It doesn’t happen often. “We’re best friends, as thick as thieves,” McCourt said. “It all goes back to my roots in Kearny. I think that’s the way for the both of us. It’s 100% of what we’re made of. Our character, the base of all our success, comes from being from Kearny.” O’Neill was the star of the 1984 team, earning the Coggins Award as the top high school player in the country. McCourt was a fine player in his own right, but he believes that coaching was in both of their futures even back then. “There was no MLS and the NASL ceased to exist,” McCourt said. “There weren’t many chances to play professionally. John (Harkes) eventually went overseas, but at that time, coaching was the way to stay in the sport and something we could do for the rest of our lives. I think that’s what Mike and I thought back then.” McCourt got his start as a coach as the freshman coach at Kearny High and was a teacher in the district before moving on to become an assistant coach at Virginia Commonwealth University. Their head coach, current Kearny athletic director John Millar, knew that both of his standout players would become solid coaches. “Surely they both had the tools to be leaders back then,” Millar said. “They had the respect of their teammates and they always had great leadership skills. They were both very mature at a young age and worked with our staff and other members of the team very well.” McCourt remembers his buddy as being one of the first coaches, even at an early age. “Mike was the one who always took charge, organizing the teams at the (Harrison) Courts, making sure who wore what number and what colored T-shirts to wear,” McCourt said. “He was always the guy we looked up to. In a way, I guess it’s fitting that we got into coaching. It’s like a role we always were meant to have.”

Nogueira at Monmouth. For having a hand in all of their growth, the elder Millar has a gigantic sense of pride. “Absolutely, I still have a great feeling about those guys,” Millar said. “I’m never able to grow old because of it. It’s a lot of fun. Robbie always finds time to talk to people from Kearny. We try to get to as many games as we can. I know a lot of Kearny people like to go to Monmouth games because of Robbie. He’s done a great job there.” Added Millar, “Mike has always expected to win wherever he’s been. I don’t think he got the credit he should have received for what he did at Seton Hall. I hope he can elevate Rutgers to a higher level.” O’Neill was instrumental in the recruiting of former Kearny High standout Stefanee Pace to Rutgers. In a way, it’s all part of that strong soccer circle that comes from “Soccertown, USA.”

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Rob McCourt (c.) is the longtime successful head men’s soccer coach at Monmouth University. His best friend, Mike O’Neill, is the new head women’s coach at Rutgers. Both came from Kearny.

McCourt was asked about the idea that both are now coaching NCAA Division I college programs in their home state. “That is pretty ironic,” McCourt said. “When I started coaching, my goal was always to get back to New Jersey. Mike said the same thing when he was coaching in Indiana. So that part is pretty ironic that we’re both here. I don’t want to be anywhere else. I think Mike feels the same way. We’re two guys from Kearny. Some say we’re crazy to do what we do, but I know we both have the same passion. Jersey roots are Jersey roots. Kearny roots are Kearny roots. Mike’s family is like my family and vice versa.” McCourt said that he always likes to come back to his hometown, make a stop at the Kearny Scots-American Club where he and O’Neill spent many a night and played many a soccer match together. “It always helps to come back and learn even more about the great soccer history of Kearny,” McCourt said. McCourt said that he remains close with long-time friends Bill Galka, the current head coach at Kearny High, and Sal Rosamilia, who was a longtime assistant coach to both Millar and Galka. “I think it’s fitting that we all got into coaching,” McCourt said. McCourt has another Kearny product in his coaching staff at Monmouth in former Kearny High three-sport standout Hugh MacDonald,

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“I thought I had a good year,” Papaccio said in a phone interview. But then, something happened along the way – and Papaccio doesn’t exactly understand why. Two weeks ago, Papaccio was released by the Cubs. Three days later, he signed a contract with the Rockland Boulders of the independent Can-Am League in nearby Rockland County in New York. Papaccio tried to put the pieces together of what happened with the Cubs after he went to spring training in Arizona in March. “I thought I did pretty well in spring training, but then they sent me to extended spring training,” Papaccio said. The stint in extended spring training began Papaccio’s sojourn through four different stops in the Cubs’ organization, ranging from Boise, Idaho, to Daytona Beach, Florida, to Knoxville, Tennessee, and then finally a return trip to Kane County, Illinois. The Knoxville Smokies are the Cubs’ Class AA affiliate, so he was two steps away from the big leagues, but Papaccio only had two at-bats with the Smokies. “I wasn’t playing every day,” Papaccio said. “I felt like something was a little off. I went from extended spring training to Tennessee and Class AA for a week. I

then went to High Class A in Daytona for six weeks. But I wasn’t playing. It was all so weird. I wondered what I did wrong. Looking at it on paper, I should have been playing. But I wondered, ‘Did I play myself out of a position?’” Papaccio played just six games with the Kane County Cougars when he was called into the office by manager Mark Johnson, the former major leaguer. “He told me that they had no room for me,” Papaccio said. “With all the rookies coming in and the team packed with talented infielders, there was just no room. There was a logjam of talent. I left on good terms. It just didn’t work out. I have no regrets.” The 23-year-old Papaccio, who was an All-Big East selection in 2013, earning Third Team All-America and the New Jersey Collegiate Baseball Player of the Year, didn’t hang his head after receiving his walking papers from the Cubs. “I wasn’t too upset,” said Papaccio, Seton Hall’s all-time leader in doubles and fourth on the Pirates’ all-time hit list with 237. “I don’t think I could have done anything differently. I didn’t think my baseball career was over. I’m only 23 and I still feel and believe I could play at any of the levels I was at this year. I just needed continued next page

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home with Rockland Boulders to play every day.” Papaccio’s agent made a phone call to the independent Boulders and he signed a contract with Rockland just three days after receiving his release from the Cubs. “I feel more confident,” Papaccio said. “All I thought was that I needed a chance to play.” It has only been six games with the Boulders, but Papaccio feels extremely comfortable. For one, he’s living at home in Nutley, eating his mother’s home cooking, see-

ing family and friends again. “It’s only 40 minutes away,” Papaccio said. “Over the weekend, we played at Montclair (against the New Jersey Jackals), so that was easy. It feels great to be home.” But there’s still an empty feeling, still wondering what went wrong that his dream of playing with the Cubs ended so suddenly. “I do have mixed feelings,” Papaccio said. “I’m really surprised. I never thought I’d be out of the Cubs’ system by now. I thought I did pretty

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able in his new surroundings. “The way I look at it, the competition is good,” Papaccio said. “About 75% of the guys in the league have played affiliated ball before on all levels. It’s a good operation.” And Papaccio figures his stint with the Boulders for the remainder of the summer will be a good tryout to go back to affiliated baseball next spring. “I’d like to get the opportunity to get back,” Papaccio said. “I’ve always worked hard in everything I’ve done. Ever since I was younger, I was

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To advertise in this directory CALL 201-991-1600 Kearny- $229,000 1 Fam. – 3 Bdrms- LR DR- EIK- Sun Rm- 1.5 Baths- Full basementParking Space.

Kearny- $315,000 1 Fam. – 3 Bdrms- 2 Full Baths- LR- DR- EIKFAM. RM- Walkup AtticFull Basement Det. 1 car garage.

Kearny- $318,900 1 Fam. – 3 Bdrms- LR MEIK- 2 Full baths- Finished basement- Attached 1 car garage.

Lyndhurst- $389,000 1 Fam. - 3 Bdrms- 2.5 Baths- LR/DR ComboKIT- Finished basementAttached 1 car garage

Kearny- $305,000- 2 Fam. – 4 Bdrms- LR’s MEIK’s- Etry Fyer Deck- Walkup attic Full Basement.

Kearny- $316,900 1 Fam.- 4 Bdrms- 2 Full baths- LR- DR- MEIKFull basement- Detached 2 car garage.

Forked River- $250,000 Selling Business Well established Portuguese restaurant, just turn the key and own your own business.

Kearny- $278,900 1 Fam. - 2 Bdrms- 1 Full Bath- 1st floor Office Space w/ half bath 4 Garages

Kearny- $268,500 1 Fam. - 4 Bdrms- LR DR- 2.5 Baths- EIK w/ door to deck- lots of closets.

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Belleville-$199,000 1 Fam. - 3 Bdrms-2 Full Baths-Kit-LR/DR-Full AtticFinished Basement Detached 1 Car Garage

Kearny- $319,000 1 Fam.- 4 Bdrms 2 Full baths- MEIK Laundry- Lg. Lot- Deck & Jacuzzi- Garage.

Parsippany $150,000- Condo 1 Bedroom- KIT- 1 Full Bath- LR/DR- Parking Space.

Kearny- $1,050- 1st FL: 1 Bedroom- LR DR- EIK- Full BathDen.

Kearny- $1,700- 2nd FL- 3 Bedrooms- Lrg Kitchen- LR- DR 2 Full Baths- Laundry Hookups in unit.

No. Arlington- $1,800 2nd FL: 3 Bedrooms 1 Full Bath- EIK- LRIncludes heat & hot water.

Kearny- $1,800- 2nd FL: 3 Bedrooms- LRDR- 2 Full BathsHook ups in unit- Lots of closets & storage.

No. Arlington- Rental Office/Retail Space7,700 SQ. Can be subdivided -2 Full Baths parking in the back approx. 15 spaces.

213 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ 201-991-1300

Kearny- $1,500- 2nd FL 2 Bedrooms- LR/DR COMBO- KIT- 1 Full Bath1 Parking space.

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Regarding the site depicted in this week›s ’Then’ photo, the following description is by William C. Brigham Jr. published in The Observer in 1933: ‘The New Jersey Home for Disabled Soldiers, located on Belgrove Drive, north of Bergen Ave., is one of the oldest [1887] and most familiar landmarks’ in Kearny. Built to accommodate Civil War veterans, ‘it also became a haven for Spanish-American War soldiers.’ ’For years, it was a common and beautiful sight for passersby to see the old veterans sitting under the trees . . . and telling a group of wide-eyed children their heroic tales of Bull Run, Antietam, Gettysburg and Chancellorsville.’ As the number of veterans diminished, ‘it became necessary to consolidate the home with the one at Menlo Park, and in June 1932, the old soldiers, numbering only 46, of which just 13 were Civil War veterans, left the Arlington home. At present, the last building has been razed and the destiny of the plot has not been decided . . .’ The destiny of the plot was to become Veterans’ Field (or ‘Bunnyland Hill,’ named for the small zoo that once was there.) And last week, it was once again full of wide-eyed children, fascinated by a State Police helicopter at the KPD’s National Night Out Against Crime. (See other photos on p. 2)

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GREAT LOCATION + GREAT PRICE=AWESOME DEAL This home contains hardwood floors, natural wood trim and a fireplace. Three bedrooms, one and a half baths, drive and garage complete the package for only $259,000.

HANDIMAN SPECIAL- This three bedroom Kearny colonial needs your vision. Lots of potential for very little money. REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE TO $149,000. NORTH ARLINGTON - Fabulous Split Level is in move in condition. It contains 3 bedrooms and 1 and 1/2 baths, as well as a beautifully landscaped back yard. REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE TO $335,900.

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Logged on the Nutley police blotter where the vehicle was last seen. referred the matter to the Essex County Sheriff’s Department for investigation since the Aug. 4 Nicholas Stefanelli of Clifton incident happened in a county park. was stopped for a motor vehicle check in front of 100 Police arrested Andrea Franklin Ave., at 4:18 p.m., when Delvecchio of Newark while police learned that Stefanelli was wanted on a warrant from she was walking on Prospect St., at about 1 a.m., after learnMontville. Police turned Stefanelli over to Montville PD for ing that she was wanted on a warrant from the Essex County processing. Sheriff’s Department. She was taken to Essex County Jail Aug. 5 pending a court date. At 12:19 a.m., polilce were At 6:54 p.m., police were sent called to Yanticaw Park on to Monsignor Owens Place on a At 2:13 p.m., a Wilmington report of a motor vehicle theft. a report of an assault. At the scene, officers said they located Drive resident reported getting The victim told police that his a call on his cellular phone a Bloomfield man with facial white Buick was stolen while it from someone stating that and head injuries. The man was parked on the south side of his father was being held at told officers he was assaulted the block, sometime between gunpoint and that he needed to 9 p.m. Aug. 1 and 6:54 p.m. Aug. by five Latinos. He was taken to Clara Maass Medical Center, send $460 via Western Union 2. Police said they observed Belleville, for treatment. Police to Rochester, N.Y., to get his broken glass next to the curb Aug. 2 At 3:29 a.m., police responded to a call of a motor vehicle crash on Franklin Ave. near Vreeland Ave. Upon arrival, officers saw a tree and other items lying in the road along with a vehicle on its side on Franklin. The driver, Geraldo Vaccalluzzo of Nutley, was charged with DWI and careless driving and was released to a family member.

father freed. The resident told police that he sent the money before realizing he was being scammed. Police said someone picked up the money in Rochester, N.Y., before the transaction could be canceled. Aug. 6 At about 12:40 a.m., police said they observed Daniel Cloban of Nutley banging on street signs on Chestnut St. and, after being approached by an officer, Cloban ran into Memorial Park and continued to bang on objects along the way. Police said they finally caught up with Cloban in the park and issued him summonses charging him with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. He was released pending a court appearance.

During the night, police responded to six separate calls reporting criminal mischief involving slashing of vehicles’ tires. Police said four of the incidents took place on Alexander Ave., one occurred on Coeyman Ave. and the other on Overlook Terrace. Detectives are investigating. Aug. 7 A River Road resident reported that someone had scratched her vehicle on the hood, truck, lights and both doors sometime between 1 and 10 a.m. A Warren St. resident reported that someone bent the antenna on his vehicle during the night. – Ron Leir

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as a 21-year-old man from South Orange, was listed in stable condition at University of Medicine & Dentistry Hospital, Newark. Det. Capt. John Valente of Lyndhurst said police were called to the scene, inside the Kings Court Fitness Center, at 1:55 a.m., on a report of a fight with injuries in the parking lot. Upon arrival, officers found a large pool of blood in the parking lot but no one there, Valente said. Inside, however, on the second floor, officers found a man lying on the ground with puncture wounds to his chest and side, he said.

Valente said that detectives surmised that the victim was involved in a fight in the parking lot and, after being wounded, that he rushed back inside to get assistance. Valente said that a special event of some kind was being held at the club that drew a big crowd, possibly several hundred people. As of Monday, detectives were reviewing surveillance footage from the club in hopes of picking up additional information as to what happened. Police had no suspect as of Monday, Valente said. – Ron Leir

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Frances Case Frances Case entered into eternal rest on Monday, Aug. 4. Born in Kearny, Frances was a lifelong resident of East Newark. She is survived by her children, Louis Carratura and Nicole Antunes, and sisters Teresa Marion, Patricia A. Tighe (Charles) and Joan Corblies (Thomas. Sr.). Frances is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were under the direction of the Mulligan Funeral Home, Harrison. A funeral Mass was held at Holy Cross Church, on Friday, Aug. 9. Her interment took place in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. For information, please visit www.mulliganfuneralhome. org.

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Vera M. Romagnola Vera M. Romagnola (nee Cudnik), 97, died in Kearny on Aug. 7. Born in Kearny, she lived in Jersey City and Kearny before moving to North Arlington 21 years ago. She retired from Mueller’s Macaroni in 1982. She was an active member of the Henrietta Benstead Senior Center. Vera loved baking and crocheting. She enjoyed providing her friends and family with delicious baked goods including her famous “tossies.” She was the beloved mother of Judith Ruddy (the late James), Michael Romagnola, Deborah Romagnola and grandmother of David Ruddy, Michele Rollins, Michael Ruddy, and Courtney Meyers. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Michael in 1971 and brothers Anthony, Chester, and Michael Cudnik, and sisters, Stella Faccone, Estelle Keller, Carrie Baranski, and Helen Savoy. The funeral was from the Parow Funeral Home, 185 Ridge Road, North Arlington on Monday, Aug, 11, with a funeral Mass at Queen of Peace Church, North Arlington. The interment followed in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Dorothy M. Sommer Dorothy M. Sommer (nee Munro), 96, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, at Chelsea in West Milford. Arrangements were by the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A memorial service was held from the funeral

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home on Aug. 9. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.thiele-reid.com. Mrs. Sommer was born on March 27, 1918, in New York City. She grew up in Greenwich Village and remembered standing in the Salvation Army’s food lines on W. 14th St. On some Fridays, she would skip school and attend the Ladies Day N.Y. Giants games at the Polo Grounds for 10 cents. Dorothy met her husbandto-be William W. Sommer at the Salvation Army’s Star Lake Camp in Butler while they were both counselors working with children from New York City. They were married for 69 years from 1938 until his death in 2007. She lived in Kearny, Little Falls, Monmouth Beach and Beachwood before moving to Chelsea in West Milford. For many years, she and her

husband worked together at the Sommer Badge Company in Newark. Mrs. Sommer was a Salvationist and through the years attended their services in New York, Newark, Kearny, Asbury Park and Toms River. Throughout her life she enjoyed volunteering and helping people. She is survived by her children William Sommer (Kathy) of Theresa, N.Y.; Nancy Linko (Pete) of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Don Sommer (Jane) of Oak Ridge and eight loving grandchildren and 18 greatgrandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in memory of Dorothy Sommer to the Congenital Heart Defect Coalition at CHD Coalition, 45 Carry Ave., Suite 106, Butler, N.J. 07405 or at www.chdcoalition.org.

SMMC urges cataract awareness St. Michael’s Medical Center, Newark, advises community members to take control of their eye health and know the signs and symptoms of cataracts during Cataract Awareness Month in August. Cataracts affect more than half of Americans age 65 and older. The leading cause of blindness in the world, cataracts cloud the lens of the eye, resulting in vision impairment. “Cataracts are most often caused by our normal aging process,” said Dr. Matthew Marano, chief of ophthalmology, SMMC. “Other contributing factors may include too much exposure to sunlight, trauma, certain medications, or genetics.” A cataract may not impair vision noticeably at first, but as it continues to grow, it can impact vision in any of the following ways: • Fading or dimness of colors • Cloudy or blurry vision • Difficulty reading small print • Difficulty seeing while driving—especially at night • Seeing halos or auras around lights • Frequent changes in eyeglass prescriptions. “Cataracts tend to develop slowly, but will start to interfere with one’s vision over time,”

Marano said. “Patients often describe their vision as looking through a fogged-up window. This impaired sight can become frustrating, as it begins to affect people’s daily activities, in which case surgery is needed.” Since the only effective treatment for cataracts is surgery, those with cataracts usually wait to seek treatment when their daily activities become limited, affecting their quality of life. “Each case is different,” said Marano. “It

is important that each individual speaks with his or her eye doctor to weigh the benefits and risks of cataract surgery and determine if and when to intervene.” At SMMC, Board-certified eye-care physicians and surgeons treat patients with cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and other conditions. For more information about ophthalmology services at SMMC or to schedule an appointment, call 973-877-5000.

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BELLEVILLE Large 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, LR, DR, EIK, washer/dryer hook-up. $1500/month + utilities. Across Signature Fitness. Available Immediately (201) 921-1817

HARRISON 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, LR, kitchen. Close to PATH. $1200/month. 1-1/2 months security. Separate utilities. No pets. Individual bedroom on 1st floor. 1 ½ months deposit. Call Between 3-8pm (973) 388-8916

BELLEVILLE 2nd fl. 2 BR’s, Belleville Nutley border. W/D Hook up. HT/HW included $1300/month.Avl. Jan. 1st 862-201-6166. BELLEVILLE 16 Howard Place. off Washington Avenue. 3 rooms. 1 BR. $850/month HT/HW included. (973)801-5900 BELLEVILLE 2 BR, LR, Kitchen, Bath. 2nd Fl. $950/month + utilities. 1 month security. No pets. No smoking. (973)759-6641 BELLEVILLE 2nd fl. 2 bedroom. HT/HW included. 1 month security. No pets. No smoking. Avl. Sept 1st. 973-759-7077 BELLEVILLE 1st. fl. 3 BR, HT/HW included. 1 month security No pets. No smoking. Avl. Now call Maria 973-759-7077.

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BELLEVILLE Modern 4 rooms, 2 BR, large rooms. 1 parking space. $1,325/month. HT included. Good location. 973-204-0776

BELLEVILLE 1 BR in apartment building $850 includes. HT/HW. No pets. 201-998-9465

harrison HARRISON 2 bedrooms, kitchen, LR, bathroom. Recently renovated. Close to PATH. Available. (201)376-3184

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HARRISON 1 bedroom, Bath, EIK, LR, DR. Walking distance to NYC transp. $950/month. 11/2 month security. No pets Available Sept. 1, 2014. Please call 973.818.7414 HARRISON 5 room apt. 1 month security Separate utilities. Avl. now. 201-726-4603

HARRISON Newly renovated,1 BR apt, 5 min walk to PATH station. Nice Area. Utilities included. Avl. Now. 973-483-3401.

HARRISON New House, 3 large bedrooms, big kitchen, LR, DR, 2 baths. Close to PATH. No pets. $1800/month. 1-1/2 months security. Available September 1st. (973)454-6855 (973) 393-8998

HARRISON 3 Br apt. share everything. Students welcomed. Also 1 BR apt. HT/HW supplied. A/C. Leave clear message (201)667-3092

HARRISON Newly renovated. 3rd Fl. 4 rooms. Good Location, Close to path. Coin Operated Laundry. $1,050/month. 1 month security. 973-484-6155 201-702-2800

HARRISON Modern 1 BR, 2nd Fl. Private Entrance. Clean, Quiet & comfortable. Refrigerator. No pets. $750/month + utilities. Security & lease. 862-223-9974.

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KEARNY 2 BR Apt. HT/HW included. 1 ½ months security. No pets. $1,000/month. Available Now. (973)393-4703

KEARNY 4 Family Home. Two apartments on 2nd floor. Totally, newly renovated. All new: Kitchen, Bath, LR, 2 BR, hardwood floor. Very safe, central & convenient location. 1 block from transportation. No pets. No smoking. $1,250/month. Heat included. Call (973)419-0808 or (848)228-1855

KEARNY Studio apt. with deck. Pay only Electricity. Available September 1st. 201-923-9143

KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood floors. Laundry onsite.HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $985. 1 BR start at $825. Jr.1 BR start at $750. (201)289-7096

KEARNY Convenient Location Large 3R, 1BR, includes HT/HW $925/month + security. (512) 994-4986 KEARNY 2 BR. 3rd fl. In Apt. building. Steps to Bus stop. Separate utilities. Available August 1st. (973)951-7385 KEARNY 3rd fl. 3 BR, 1 bath. Avl. Now. $1,300/month. 1 month security. Call (201)622-8315 KEARNY 2 BR, LR/DR, kitchen. No pets. Apt. use only. $1,200/month. 1 ½ months security. Available immediately. 201-306-8148. KEARNY Arlington Area. 5 rooms, 1 bath. 1-1/2 months security. $1200 + utilities. No pets. (201) 213-1871 KEARNY 4 rent By Owner 2 & 3 BR Apts. Newly Renovated. All Units Have W/D Hook up & Basement Storage. Most units have A/C. Rents Range from $950$1150 + Utilities. 1 ½ months security. Close to NY Transportation. No pets. Call 201-998-8226. Between the hours 6am-4pm. MondayFriday for Appt. KEARNY Close to transportation. 2 bedrooms, LR, DR. $1200/month. 1-1/2 months security deposit. Separate utilities. No pets. (201) 214-4448 KEARNY Beautiful NYC View. 3 BR, 2nd Fl. 1 ½ baths. LR/DR, 1 Parking. Arlington section. $1,500/month plus utilities. 1 month security. No Pets/Smoking. Avl. August 15th. (201)937-4396 (201)997-6785

KEARNY 1 BR Apt. Located 1 block from City hall. H/W floors. HT/HW included. $950/month. 1 month security. No pets. For more Info. Call Carlos (201)306-2994 KEARNY Available Now. 3rd floor, 4 rooms, 2 BR, Kitchen, LR, HW Floors. Close to Transportation. $950/month + Utilities. 1 month security Laundry on premises. (201) 362-5028 KEARNY 2 ½ BR, LV, DR, Bathroom, kitchen. Supply stove. Available Sept. 1st by appointment only. (973)715-2625. (973)216-8624 KEARNY STEWART AVE, 3 LARGE ROOMS, RECENTLY PAINTED, OFF STREET PARKING, STORAGE, BACKYARD, NO PETS, $875 + UTILITIES, SECURITY DEPOSIT, (908)771-0762 KEARNY 2 BR, LV, Kitchen. Close to transporstion. Garfield School. $1,200/month. 1 ½ months security. Laundry room. Avl. Now. (201)998-7553 KEARNY 4 rooms, Bathroom, $975/month + utilities. 1 month security. 1 months rent. Available Now. 973-985-3660. KEARNY Kearny Ave. 2nd Floor, LR, 4 bedrooms, use of backyard. Available September 1st. Separate utilities. $1350/month. 1-1/2 months seurity. Near schools. 201-955-2662 201-991-3366 KEARNY Modern 2 BR apt. Kitchen, LR. $1,000/month. 1 ½ months security. No dogs. References. Avl. Now. 201-998-1095

KEARNY 2 BR, LV, Kitchen & Bath. Close to park & schools. No pets. $950/month + Security. Available September 1st. (201)600-1211 KEARNY Kearny Ave. 2nd Floor, LR, 4 bedrooms, use of backyard. Available September 1st. Separate utilities. $1350/month. 1-1/2 months seurity. Near schools. (201)955-2662. (201)991-3366. KEARNY 1 bedroom apt. LR, kitchen, One month security. Utilities separate. No pets. No smoking. Available Sept. 1st. (551)265-2142 KEARNY 280 Wilson Avenue. 2 bedroom apartment. No pets. For more information please call (201)246-0683 (201)893-1955 KEARNY 3rd fl. 1 BR, LV, Kitchen & Bath. $1,000/month. Utilities included. Close to transportation. Avl. Now (201)362-2264 KEARNY 3rd Fl. 2 BR, LV, DR, Kitchen New. Close to transportation & Schools. $1,100/month. (201)428-1667 (201)496-4049 KEARNY 2nd fl. 2 BR apt. Separate utilities. $1,200/month. 1 month security. Avl. Now. (201)388-4259 KEARNY ELM COURT Kearny’s Best Kept secret 732 Elm St. 1 BR for $850 NYC Commuter Bldg Call Alan (201)955-4334 or PJ (973)922-1555 ext 1 Affiliated Mgmt.

KEARNY 2 bedrooms, $1,150/month. 1 month security. HT included. Available Now. 201-998-0441 KEARNY 4 BR’s Ideal for large family. $1650/month. 1 month security. Available September 1st. 201-674-1473 or 732-602-4043

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KEARNY 2 bedrooms, washer/dryer hook-up, 1 parking space. Close to transportation and schools. Utilities separate. No pets. No smoking. 1 month security. Available now. (973)454-4536 KEARNY 2nd fl. 4 rooms, $1,010/month. 1 month security. HT not included. Refrigerator included. No pets. Available Now. 201-993-2902 KEARNY 5 1/2 rooms, 2 BR, LR, DR, Kit. Office. 3 blocks from NYC bus stop, PATH shuttle & Schools. No smoking. No pets. $1,100/month + utilities. 1 ½ months security. 201-920-6666 KEARNY 564 Devon St. 3 BR. 1st fl. HT included. 1 ½ months security. $1,300/month. Avl. September 1st. 201-407-0773 KEARNY Arlington Section. Large modern 3 bedroom apt., 2 full bathrooms, LR/DR, and large EIK. 1700sq.ft. Central A/C. Access to laundry room (washer/dryer hook-up accessible). 1 parking space on driveway provided. 2nd floor. Close to transportation and shopping center. Good neighborhood. Available October 1st. No pets. Asking $1800/month + utilities. 1-1/2 security deposit. Text or call (201)725-5116. Call (201)955-1854

Lyndhurst LYNDHURST 2nd fl. 1 BR apt. Private House. H/W floors, $1000/mo + 1 month security. HT/HW included. Small pet ok. 201-575-5270.

LYNDHURST 3 BR, 2 baths, C/A, HT. No pets. $2,100/month + utilities. 1 month security. Avl. August 1st. 201-804-6307

LYNDHURST 604 New Jersey Ave. off ridge rd. Ground fl. 3 BR, LR, EIK. Close to bus & train station. No pets. Available September 1st. Call 9am-5pm after seeing the area. (201)655-4663

LYNDHURST Studio w/ separate EIK, All wood kitchen cabinets, stove, refridg. & ceramic tile floor. H/W floors in Living/Bedroom area. Laundry in building. No pets. No smoking. 1 block to NYC train & Bus. Avl. Sept. 1st. $790/month, security $1,185. Application Fee $25, credit check and ability to pay required call (551) 226-0566.

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N.ARLINGTON 3 rooms. HT/HW included. Near Transportation. Available now. (732) 648-1171.

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LOT FOR SALE NEWARK, 33-35 BROOKDALE AVE., RESIDENTIAL, 30FT X 100FT, LEVELED, USED FOR SIX FAMILY. SELLING pRICE $15K, $120K TAX ASSESSED VALUE. CALL 201-615-7960.

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September meeting DIRECT RY on backups NORTH ARLINGTON – The borough has completed a jet cleaning of the Geraldine Road sanitary sewer line and a camera inspection of the line, undertaken to assess the condition of the pipes, officials said. Borough Engineer Tom Lemanowicz said he’s waiting for a report on the camera inspection, which was conducted by the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission before making any recommendations to stop sewer backups into residents’ basements. “Once the engineer has time to review the report in depth, and present some recommendaCAT NATION from

them as well.” But Kearny’s public health code says that, “It shall be unlawful to own, harbor or maintain a cat of more than six months of age, unless the owner thereof or the person harboring or maintaining same shall have a valid license for such cat.” According to town Health Director Ken Pincus, “maintaining” or “harboring” means “providing food” so people cannot feed stray cats unless those cats are liKPD from

tions for further action to the council, then we will have a meeting with residents to discuss this ongoing problem with sewer backups,” said Borough Council President Al Granell. Meanwhile, a volunteer committee appointed by Mayor Peter Massa will be conducting a door-to-door survey of homes in the impacted area to review the frequency and extent of the backups and the frequency of wet basements unrelated to sewage backups. Lewanowicz has speculated that the intrusion of water into basements could be the result of any number of

things including water infiltration through cracks in the sewer pipes, leaky manhole covers, water from roof drains and basement sump pumps or by the drainage system installed by the developer of the residential area decades ago. “Once we have some solid information to share with the residents, we will call for a special meeting of the sewer committee and the people living in the area to discuss an action plan and answer people’s questions,” Massa said. Massa said he expects that meeting to be scheduled sometime in mid-September.

censed, which means the owner must prove the cat has been properly vaccinated against rabies and then tagged as such for the protection of other animals and humans. “When a person supplies outside food sources to stray cats, that has the potential to attract other feral cats and wildlife which could pose a danger,” Pincus said. “If a stray cat is bitten, it may run off,” he said, “and if it can’t be caught and checked for rabies, we can’t conduct a 10-day quarantine. Once they

escape, it’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack.” Unless proper controls are in place, “I don’t think promotion of TNR is in the best interests of the town,” Santos said. “Cats do contract rabies if they’re not vaccinated so that has to be managed,” he added. Better to trap, neuter and adopt – not return.” But the mayor said he wanted to “give further thought to provide a better outcome for the colonies. We need to study this further.”

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