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A Kearny son On a mission remembered for peace

BELLEVILLE –

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s a Stockton College undergrad, Carrie Borkowski studied hospitality and tourism management but now she’s getting a reality-based lesson, this time from the perspective of a traveler in a land 7,000 miles from home.

Borkowski, a 2008 Belleville High honors program alum, is more than half-way through a 27-month deployment as a Peace Corps volunteer in the African nation of Rwanda.

She took some time off last week to attend her best friend’s wedding and visit her old school and share her experience with ninth- and 10thgraders.

An admitted adventurer, Borkowski previously put in time as a Disney World worker in Florida and as an environmental educator with AmeriCorps in Tennessee.

“I want to know more about what’s happening outside Belleville,” she said.

So it seemed only natural to apply to the Peace Corps and, after being accepted, she left it up to the Corps to choose where she’d go and what she’d be doing.

Informed that her destination was Rwanda, Borkowski confessed she immediately enlisted the aid of Google for background.

Some random Rwandan facts: •With nearly 12 million residents, it is the third Photo courtesy Carrie Borkowski

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Belleville’s Carrie Borkowski takes the oath as Peace Corps volunteer.

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Push for funding to help curb opioid plague

By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – The Town of Kearny will be one of 70 government agencies and NGOs competing for a share of $8.75 million in federal funding to help stop youths from getting hooked

on drugs.

Kearny is already hooked into the nonprofit Law Enforcement Against Drugs (LEAD) program that has local cops going into schools to warn kids about the perils of narcotics.

But on Tuesday, Feb. 21, the municipal governing body

voted to apply for a fiscal 2017 Drug-Free Communities grant of $625,000 that would cover a five-year period.

If successful, the grant rules require the town to come up with an annual $125,000 match which “can be met through in-kind contributions.”

Before voting, the lawmak-

ers met in private session to discuss what Mayor Alberto Santos later explained as “aspects of the agreement that we would have to enter into (if awarded) related to liability/indemnification obligations.”

Funding would be from the U.S. Substance Abuse

and Mental Health Services Administration’s Center for Substance Abuse Prevention.

Applications must be filed

by March 15 and grantees expect be notified by Oct. 1.

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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON –

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t was a big day for the boys in blue in Harrison at the Feb. 23 meeting of the municipal governing body.

Seven members of the HPD received promotions.

Sgt. Alex Loy and Sgt. Rich Lourenco were elevated to the rank of lieutenant.

And Officers Joe Carr, Stan Titterington, Charlie Schimpf, Mike Halpin and Corey Karas were appointed sergeants.

All of the new sergeants will fill vacancies in that rank, pending the issuance of a waiver by the state Division of Local Government Services which has final say on the town’s personnel moves as a condition of the town getting transitional aid.

One of the new lieutenants will fill a vacancy; the other is conditional on the state granting a waiver to exceed the maximum number for that rank.

Lourenco has been with the department since January 1995 while Loy was hired in September 1997.

Titterington has been on the force since January 1995, Schimpf came aboard in September 1997, Karas was appointed in September 2000, Carr in June 2001 and Halpin in July 2002.

The newly named lieutenants are commanders of two patrol squads.

Sgt. Titterington will be a patrol supervisor under Loy; Det./Sgt. Schimpf will be commander of the detective bureau; Sgt. Carr will supervise the traffic bureau under the direction of Lt. Dean McGee; and Sgts. Karas and

of 2018.”

• Introduced two companion ordinances in support of the redevelopment project to designate Dey St. two ways, between Jersey and Warren Sts., but to continue Dey, between Harrison Ave. and Jersey St., as two ways; and to permit Hornrock, for an annual $1,000 fee, to encroach seven feet, seven inches into the Dey St. public right-of-way to complete improvements so long as Hornrock accommodates the “free and safe flow of vehicular traffic and pedestrian use of the public right-of-way” by removing snow and ice, for example, and holding the town harmless from any liability after completion of the improvements.

• Voted to terminate the town’s participation in the state health benefits program and, instead, to contract with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield to provide health insurance coverage “equal to or better than” the state plan’s coverage for the HPD town’s union employees, efTOP: Newly-promoted police sergeants accept congratulations from town offective May 1, 2017. Fife said ficials. From l. are: Councilman James Doran, police chairman; Sgt. Joseph Carr, the town figures to save beSgt. Stanley Titterington, Sgt. Charles Schimpf, Sgt. Michael Halpin, Sgt. Corey tween $250,000 and $350,000 Karas, Chief Derek Kearns and Mayor James F. Fife. BOTTOM: Town officials by making the switch. offer kudos to new police lieutenants. From l. are: Doran, Lt. Alexander Loy, Lt. • Introduced an ordinance Richard Lourenco, Chief Kearns and Fife. requiring “that every comHalpin will take charge of • Introduced an ordinance, mercial water meter for the newly-created Crime subject to public hearing service connections over 1 Suppression Units. and adoption, to execute a inch to be flow-tested every As provided under a financial agreement with two years in order to ensure newly signed labor contract Hornrock BNE Harrison that [those meters] are acbetween the PBA and the Urban Renewal LLC for the curately metering the actual town, a sergeant’s base pay redevelopment of the old water consumption.” Nonat first step of the salary McClave Lumber site at 1 compliance can subject the guide is $108,856 a year and Harrison Ave. as “at least commercial entity to water a lieutenant’s base pay, also 257 residential units.” The shut-off by the town. at first step of the guide, is agreement “is expected to • Contracted with Garden $124,730 annually. generate at least $949,000 in State Fireworks to “produce In other business conannual service charges upon pyrotechnics/fireworks disducted at last week’s meetcompletion of the project” plays at the Red Bull Arena” ing, the mayor and Town which Mayor James Fife ex- on March 11, June 24, Aug. 25 Council: pects to happen by “the end and Oct. 15.

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KPD: Drug charges, fake IDs & bail reform A

routine traffic stop last week led to the arrest of a man whose car allegedly held not only marijuana but a secret compartment stuffed with phony driver’s licenses (and two stolen credit cards). Enough to send the guy to the county jail? Not under New Jersey’s new bail reform rules, authorities said.

At 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19, KPD Officers Michael Gontarczuk and Andre Fernandes pulled over a Floridaregistered 2002 Toyota that was reportedly swerving in the roadway at Harrison Ave. and the Newark Turnpike.

Police said the vehicle documents produced by driver Roneil Bredwood, 26, of Brooklyn, N.Y., included an expired insurance card, and that the car itself was producing the odor of pot.

Allegedly found in the auto were a plastic bag of the drug, “Bob Marley” rolling papers and a bag of tobacco outer leaves. While these, and a half-full bottle of New Amsterdam Apple Vodka, were being recovered, police said, Gontarczuk noticed a loose panel on the steering column, inside of which were 12 fraudulent driver’s licenses, a Capital One bank card and a Visa card.

Police said one of the licenses was supposedly from Massachusetts; the rest, New York State. They reportedly bore the names and images of both males and females -- but the photos of the male were all the same.

Bredwood received MV summonses for the unsafe lane change, the expired insurance, possession of a CDS in a MV, and the open container of alcohol. Criminally, he was charged with possession of pot/paraphernalia, possession of false government documents, trafficking in personal information pertaining to another, and credit card theft.

He was processed at headquarters, and released on summonses, thanks to bail reform, sources told us. However, considering the amount of false IDs, the KPD said it also notified Homeland Security of the arrest. Apparently, such notification does not yet violate suspects’ rights in N.J. •••

ing”; 10, “Commission,” and 19, “Mochino.” McDonnell was charged with possession of the drugs and possession with intent to distribute.

••• Officers Ekladious and Sean Wilson were called to Walmart at 6:20 p.m. on a report that a purse had been stolen from a customer’s shopping cart and the thief was

Other recent reports from the Kearny police blotter included the following: Feb. 11 At 2 a.m., Officer Mina Ekladious stopped a 2012 Nissan with unclear license plates on Passaic Ave., detected the odor of pot and reportedly recovered five loose nuggets and a baggie of the drug from the center console.

Police said passenger Nicole Flanagan, 38, of New York City, admitted ownership and, in a search incident to arrest, was found to also be in possession of eight baggies of suspected cocaine, one of crack cocaine, and an Adderall pill.

She was booked on six drug counts, including possession of coke with intent to distribute. The driver, a 48-year-old N.Y.C. man, got a summons for the plate violation.

Feb. 16 Shortly before noon, pursuant to an ongoing investigation, Vice officers confronted Shayne McDonnell, 22, of Kearny, on Halstead St. near Maple St. and reportedly confiscated 39 wax folds of heroin: 10 marked “Amaz-

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KEARNY – he Kearny municipal governing body dealt with a complaint by a developer about a delayed project and a query by a senior citizen about bus shelters at last week’s meeting.

During the public portion

of the meeting, Gus Milano, president/COO of Hartz Mountain Industries, griped that the town was holding up approval for an “estoppel” agreement for a prospective tenant.

An estoppel, in commercial real estate, is a certified statement by a tenant that

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The Kearny Planning Board has approved plans for construction of a 51,871-square foot industrial building that Hartz proposes to lease to Cummins Power Systems for the repair of diesel trucks and for training employees and the construction is ongoing.

Hartz has also proposed installing a new traffic signal at the entrance to the proposed new facility at the driveway entrance to the project site at 435 Bergen Ave. There would be 40 on-site parking spaces for employees working two shifts.

“We did everything the town asked us to do,” Milano said.

Hartz has projected a second tenant whose identity it has yet to disclose, according to Town Administrator/ Construction Code Official Michael Martello.

James Bruno, the town’s attorney, said there are “two parallel leases” involved in the project and the one involving the 26-acre tract “has a different third party with different implications.”

Bruno said the town “has offered four ways to settle” the estoppel dilemma “in a way that doesn’t have a negative impact on the town.”

But he said he could provide no further details because of “litigation potentials.”

Milano said that he has a tenant ready to occupy the site by June 1 but that with-

out the completed estoppel, “I can’t close my loan. I don’t know what you want from us.” He asked the town to reconsider its position at its next council meeting.

Mayor Alberto Santos said: “The town did work with you on getting you redevelopment rights [for the Bergen Ave. parcel] and to accommodate your driveway. We’ve shown good faith but we’re also following the advice of our counsel.”

Councilwoman Susan McCurrie, who works as an attorney for Hudson County, added: “We shouldn’t be litigating the matter here.”

In the other issue brought to the governing body, town resident Amadis Jiminez asked why N.J. Transit has provided “only one bus shelter” along Kearny Ave., the town’s main bus route.

He said the shelters were especially helpful to local seniors during inclement weather in particular.

“There are six in North Arlington [along Ridge Road],” Jiminez noted.

Santos said the transit agency “won’t install” shelters unless the bus stop is a certain size and “most [of Kearny’s designated bus stops] don’t have those dimensions.”

To achieve the desired dimensions, the mayor said, “we’d have to expand the yellow lines but that means losing parking spaces.”

However, the mayor said the town would take another look at the resident’s request to see what, if anything, could be done.

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KPD promotes 2; chief aims for more cops

By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – “Their reputation certainly precedes them.”

That’s how Kearny Police Chief John Dowie introduced the department’s two newest promotions: Lt. Charles Smith

to fill Plaugic’s spot and the other is a replacement needed for an officer who was placed on administrative leave after being involved in a shooting at the Walmart this past Sept.

16 and who has now decided to voluntarily leave the force, according to Dowie.

Dowie said he’s also missing

of Local Government Services “to ‘attrit’ down” to four captains and seven lieutenants as a condition of having received transitional aid.

Six additional members of the KPD are eligible to put in

for their pensions this year, Dowie noted.

As of last week, none had.

Still, the KPD workload is increasing, he said. “We went from 25,000 jobs to 28,000 between 2015 and 2016 with

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and Sgt. John Plaugic.

Both were elevated to their respective ranks, effective March 1. Smith will collect $133,971 in base pay and Plaugic will get $116,700.

Smith is filling a vacancy created by the March 1 retirement of Lt. Peter Caltabellotta while Plaugic is replacing Smith in the sergeant’s slot.

The new promotions will keep the KPD’s Table of Organization up to par with 17 sergeants and nine lieutenants, according to Dowie.

That will still leave the department short two police officers, Dowie said. One is

the services of two officers – reportedly linked to an investigation involving the alleged disappearance of evidence from the KPD evidence room – who remain under suspension with pay.

And then there is Police Capt. Anthony P. Sylvester who is retiring April 1 after 29 years of service and who is in line for $89,367 in terminalleave and unused vacation pay.

Dowie said Sylvester – currently one of five captains – “can’t be replaced” because of an agreement the town had to sign with the state Division

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It happens every spring …

By Ron Leir

achieve the act of balancing a bunch of beer mugs – much ell, it’s officially like a gymnast team – which March which means went dreadfully wrong, I rewe can start actively membered that I desperately thinking about outdoor – and needed stamps to update my indoor – sports. collection.

Yes, there’s the March MadSo I ambled, er, make that ness basketball brackets – and, stumbled, to the campus post therefore, a big motivation office where, once safely into visit your friendly neighside, imagine my shock when borhood pub and enter your I espied, a framed photograph choices. of the Bard – which I surmised Unfortunately, since I don’t was being merchandised as a follow college hoops (apolonew stamp. But when I drew gies to Dr. Naismith in Springcloser I noticed a large notice field, Mass.), I have no reason attached to the photo anto venture inside any of the nouncing that the subject of local bars … other than, of the photo was an international course, to drink lots of beer. fugitive who was “WANTED That’s something I used to FOR PLAGIARISM.” practice pretty regularly as An arrest warrant posted a thirsty undergrad in Pennbelow the image warned that sylvania and then as an even this wily wretch – whom I thirstier sojourner in Newark, had apparently mistakenly Del., as a respite from readassumed had been dead 400 ing the ever-popular works of years – was still very much in folks like Edmund Spencer, demand by the authorities for John Donne and the Bard of having violated the terms of Avon. his literary license.

One April morning after Emerging from the building, an all-night session trying to I half expected to see the head

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of the Pretender Playwright embedded in a pike sticking out of the ground.

Turns out the whole episode was an April Fool’s prank invented by a bunch of besotted English majors convinced that an English nobleman named Edward DeVere had actually penned all the plays credited to Will.

But, after giving the matter much thought, I was convinced that the so-called Shakespeare scholars had perpetrated a hoax and that we students who had worshiped

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WE’VE GOT MAIL To the Editor: On behalf of the Rogers family, I want to say thank you to The Observer and Ron Leir for your article about our uncle Joe Peden.

at his shrine were the sappy victims of a great myth.

Old Will has been on my mind ever since I abandoned the idea of teaching English literature in favor of posing as a perambulating penman of prattling prose about the week’s events.

(You can see how that has turned out. Would that I had gone to the well of wit when that well was full; then would I be well-known like old Will whose birthdate and death fall in the same cruelest month as mine. But that’s a

theobserver.com/facebook &

story for another day.)

Meantime, there’s March … and pre-season baseball … and that means diamond dreamin’ for all.

So I was thinking – a habit I can’t seem to break – that since the Yankees are searching for a fifth starter to put in the rotation, there could be an opening for a new job opportunity.

I’ve been known to spin a mean softball on Central Park mounds in recent years and I’ve accumulated a mean assortment of junk to fool the batters, just as I’ve fooled Observer readers since the days of my rookie writin’ back in ‘ought ‘nine.

I’ll simply trade in my leaking pen for a groovy glove and a baggy uniform and head for the Sunshine State.

Move over, C.C. and Tenaka, and make way for a madeover sunshine boy.

Watch for my name in the box scores and keep open a World Series bracket for the Bard of the Bombers!

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‘THANKS FOR PEDEN MEMORIES’

Most of my five siblings and I never had the opportunity to know our uncle since he was taken from us at such a young age.

But he’s been alive in our hearts throughout our lives.

It’s only been in recent years that we’ve learned or

confirmed many of the bits and pieces that make up the story of his short life.

Ron did an amazing job researching and articulating Joe’s story in a way that we’ve never been able. This memorial is important to us, and I hope it allows oth-

ers to appreciate the memories of their family heroes as well.

I also want to extend warm thanks to the Battista family. I expect Lewis Battista may be the last surviving boyhood friend of uncle Joe. It was he and his son,

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Lewis, who reminded us and initially contacted the Observer about the 75th anniversary of Joe’s loss.

Thanks so much, and God bless.

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Towns seek cash from NJSEA

KEARNY/NORTH ARLINGTON – wo of The Observer communities that receive revenues from the Meadowlands Intermunicipal Tax Sharing program claim they are being shortchanged.

The Town of Kearny says the N.J. Sports & Exposition Authority advised it to expect a total of $3,555,212 for 2016 but the town says it has only been given a partial payment, leaving an unpaid balance of $1,711,388, and compelling it to “use surplus funds to make up the difference which will have a detrimental impact on the 2017 municipal budget.”

So, last Tuesday, Feb. 21, the mayor and Town Council passed a resolution to “condemn the action of the State Treasurer and Executive Branch of the state government” for “failing to obey the clear mandate of the statute”

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opment restrictions to make up for their loss of tax-ratable growth opportunity.

In 2015, when the NJSEA and the N.J. Meadowlands Commission consolidated, the tax sharing formula changed. The former payers into the account were relieved of the obligation and a new tax on hotel rooms in the Meadowlands was created. The revenue from the hotel tax would continue to be paid to Meadowlands municipalities that lost ratables.

“We have received these tax-sharing payments since the beginning of the program because our ratable opportunities were taken away by the State of New Jersey after they filled our land with garbage,” Mayor Joseph Bianchi said. “I would have gladly accepted development and let someone else take the waste.”

Council President Dan

by not providing Kearny the money to which it is entitled.

Kearny says it will be “taking all actions necessary” to force compliance by the state.

The North Arlington mayor and council also recently unanimously passed a resolution directing the borough attorney to take all steps necessary to recoup $630,887 the borough says it is still owed by the Intermunicipal Tax Sharing Fund, administered by the N.J. Sports and Exposition Authority.

The program, in effect since 1973, was calculated so Meadowlands municipalities with fewer development restrictions were required to deposit a share of their tax ratables into an account administered by the NJSEA. Money in this account was distributed yearly to the municipalities with greater devel-

Pronti, who brought this issue before the mayor and council, spoke of the dire consequences of not receiving the money.

“When the tax-sharing numbers are certified annually, we are required by law to place the amount into our budget. The law is black and white,” Pronti said. “What does the state do? They tell us we are not going to get the last $630,887, because the governor vetoed it from the state budget. The state treasurer says it’s not his problem.”

Pronti pointed to the language in the law that made the change to tax sharing, which says that any shortfall from the hotel tax would be made

up by the state.

“We follow the law and put the full amount in the budget, only to find out that the state Treasurer says it is not his problem if there is a shortfall,” Pronti said. “I guess he (the governor) doesn’t believe he needs to follow the law.”

Pronti now has a 2016 municipal budget that has a $630,887 shortfall in revenue.

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Catholic Men’s confab features 2 cardinals D ynamic speakers and spiritual fellowship are on tap for the ninth annual Catholic Men’s Conference on Saturday, March 4, at Seton Hall University, hosted by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark.

The daylong prayerful event is expected to attract thousands seeking to strengthen their spiritual faith and engage in fellowship.

This year’s conference is especially unique since it is the first time two Cardinals will participate.

It also is a first for newly installed cardinal Joseph William Tobin, elevated to cardinal by His Holiness

Pope Francis last November, the first cardinal in the 163year history of the Archdiocese of Newark. Tobin, accompanied by bishops, clergy and seminarians from the Archdiocese of Newark and neighboring dioceses, will lead the celebration of Mass.

Cardinal Sean Patrick O’Malley, archbishop of Boston, will be the keynote speaker. Guest speakers also include Scott Sullivan, doctor in philosophy and ex-international kickboxer, and Jeff Feagles, former Giants’ player and Super Bowl champ.

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Participants have the option to attend the conference’s Spanish track, which includes similar presentations. Guest speakers include Mario J. Paredes, presidential liaison to Roman Catholic Ministries at American Bible Society, Jose Pepe Alonso of EWTN en Español and Deacon Asterio Velasco as master of ceremonies.

Cardinal O’Malley also will present in Spanish during this session.

“Each year, this conference enjoys an overwhelming turnout of faithful men who attend to learn, experience fellowship and renew

and strengthen their Catholic beliefs and conviction,” said Jorge Repollet, chairman of the Catholic Men’s Commission. “Past conferences have drawn as many as 2,500 men, and many have made it an integral part of their Lenten journey. This year, I know they are especially excited and look forward to the spiritual leadership and guidance of Cardinals Tobin and O’Malley.”

Catholic men from the Tri-State area and beyond are invited to join the event and support one another in their personal discipleship and journey toward Christ.

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The conference, themed “Be Not Afraid … Becoming Missionary Disciples,” is from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Seton Hall University’s auditorium, 400 South Orange Ave., South Orange. Registration is $25 per attendee ages 18 and older.

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Doffont’s mom, G. Regina “Dolly” Doffont, turned 91 in January and his late dad, Vincent, was a World War II Marine raider in the South Pacific.

Doffont’s family is quite large – he has numerous brothers and sisters, many of whom have their own children.

According to Doffont’s mother’s ancestry research with Seton Hall University, the Mormon Church, Ellis Island and Trinity College, Ireland, his Irish great-grandmother on his mother’s side came to Castle Gardens in New York City, alone, at 15, in 1876 after both of her parents died.

His great-grandfather on his mother’s side’s families came to the United States in the 1840s and 1850s. They had come from Counties Clare and Mayo. They were Kennedys and Sullivans.

Doffont taught at Harrison High School for 19 years and coached football, basketball and baseball – then coached Kearny Thistle girls’ soccer and Kearny Recreation soccer, basketball, baseball and softball. He was selected as “Who’s Who Among American Teachers and Administrators” by the students of Harrison High School while serving there.

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Lastly, Doffont served on the Kearny Board of Education for 12 years, mostly on the Education and Athletics committees.

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8 at 7 p.m. at the Henrietta Benstead Center, 60 Columbia Ave. A representative from St. John’s Soup Kitchen, Newark, will be the speaker. The hostesses for the evening are Kathy Stanish, chairwoman, assisted by Joan McCann and Arlene Sheldrick. The public is welcome.

••• Join an instructor from Touch the Music on Saturday, March 4, at 11 a.m., at the Kearny Public Library, 318 Kearny Ave., for an interactive presentation of the classic story “The Nutcracker.”

Harrison Touch the Music is a The seventh annual Harhands-on music program that rison/East Newark Volleyball Tournament to benefit Project introduces children of all ages to the world of musical instruGraduation gets underway at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March ments with an exploration of words and sounds.

23, at the Harrison High After presenting “The NutSchool gym. cracker,” Claudia Lemmerz At 6 p.m., teams that have registered to play are welcome talks about the instruments heard in Tchaikovsky’s ballet for a pre-game reception. and children have the opporTypically, between 10 and tunity to try some of them out.

12 teams including teachers, This event is open to all firefighters, alums and others are represented in the compe- children ages 3 to 11. Seating will be first-come, firsttition. served. For more information It costs $5 to watch or $3 on this or other programs, call for students and ages 5 and 201-998-2666 or visit www. younger are admitted free. kearnylibrary.org.

Or, it’s $20 to play and that ••• includes the cost of a T-shirt, Kearny High School crew reception and door prize. parents sponsor an evening To form a team or for more with Mushmouth for ages information, call Joan Mc21 and older on Saturday, Nichol at 973-482-5050, ext.

March 4, from 5:30 to 10 p.m.

1519, during the day. at the former Boystown gym, 499 Belgrove Drive. The $35 Kearny admission includes dinner and The Woman’s Club of Arlington meets Tuesday, March entertainment. Advance tickets may be purchased at tick14, at 1 p.m. at the Girl Scout etbud.com/events/610bed80House at 635 Kearny Ave. dd0f-11e6-841e-f79065ff3abd.

Attendees are encouraged to ••• wear green. This meeting feaThe annual Brotherhood tures an Irish-themed program by longtime club member Una Luncheon takes place Wednesday, April 19, from noon to 2 Phelan and a presentation p.m., at the Salvation Army

by Leonor Nasert of the Fire Kearny Corps, 443 Chestnut Squad. In the spirit of community service, club members St. The event is hosted by are also asked to bring cookies VFW Auxiliary Post 1302.

••• and/or candy to be distribSt. Stephen’s Seniors, 676 uted to the senior residents of Kearny Ave., meet at 1 p.m.

Alaris Health. The hostesses every first and third Tuesfor the meeting will be Pat day of the month in Hedges Henderson, Una Phelan and Hall. Refreshments are served Joan Klepacki. at noon. Attendees are invited ••• to participate in a 50/50 drawThe Woman’s Club of Arlington, Evening Membership ing and bingo. New members are always welcome. For Department, meets March

Belleville

The Woman’s Club of Belleville hosts its annual tricky tray at The Chandelier, 340 Franklin Ave., on April 6.

Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $40. For more information and tickets, call Judy Nucci at 973751-2960.

••• The Belleville Health Department has free flu vaccine available for township residents. For an appointment, call 973-450-3394.

more information, call club president Allan Henderson at 201-991-4771.

Lyndhurst

The Department of Parks & Recreation, offers swim lessons for kids ages 4 to 15 at the Lyndhurst Community Pool.

The spring session for Swim America begins Saturday, April 22, and runs for eight weeks.

Download an application from the Parks Department website or get one from the Parks Department at 250 Cleveland Ave. The $130 fee is payable by check (payable to Township of Lyndhurst), cash or credit card.

The registration deadline is Wednesday, April 18. Registrants are taken between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. first-come, first-served. No registrations will be accepted at the pool facility or by mail. Call the Parks Department at 201-804-2482 if unavailable during normal business hours.

••• Lyndhurst Department of Parks & Recreation offers these upcoming events: • Take a trip to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, on Friday, March 31, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. A $25 ticket includes the bus ride as well as a $25 play voucher. Reserve a seat by visiting the Parks Department, 250 Cleveland Ave., or call 201-804-2482.

• Certified specialist Mary Lee Highton conducts an Aquasize exercise class at the Lyndhurst Community Pool. The class offers a great workout with less stress on the knees and joints. Benefits include weight loss, muscle memory and strengthening of joints. Classes run for 12 weeks on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Call Parks & Rec for more information.

• Want to go to the NJ PAC in Newark to see the Shen Yun Performing Arts on Wednesday, May 3? Through the universal language of music and dance, the Shen Yun troupe of classically-trained dancers weaves a wondrous tapestry of heavenly realms, ancient legends and modern heroic tales, taking you on a

journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture. Tickets for orchestra seats and transportation are priced at $100 each. The bus would leave Cleveland Ave. at 7 p.m. Those interested are asked to call Parks & Rec at 201-804-2482.

The department needs to sign up 38 to get the discounted tickets.

••• AARP Kingsland Lyndhurst Chapter 4866 sponsors a trip to Pigeon Forge and Smokey Mountains, Sunday, April 23, to Saturday, April 29. The trip includes admission to the Titanic Museum, Soul of Motown, America’s Hit Parade and much more. For information, contact Kay Roberts at 201-438-3611 or Jo Kopycienski at 201-998-5824.

••• The Lyndhurst Health Department hosts its annual free eye screening Wednesday, March 1, at 1 p.m. The exam, performed by Dr. John Favetta, checks for visual acuity, visual field and glaucoma. Call 201804-2500 for an appointment.

••• Lyndhurst Public Library patrons are invited to sample the Mango Languages online language-learning system at no cost. More than 40 foreign language courses and 16 English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are available.

Mango Languages can be accessed through www.lyndhurstlibrary.org. Log in with a valid Lyndhurst library card number. Patrons can access this service from home. For more information, call Library Director Donna Romeo at 201-804-2478, ext. 7, or email romeo@lyndhurst.bccls.org.

••• Our Lady of Mount Carmel Senior Citizens Club sponsors an overnight trip to Dover Downs Hotel and Casino in Dover, Del., March 7-8. Enjoy an authentic Italian threecourse dinner and the entertainment provided by Sean Reilly as he performs in the style of Old Blue Eyes. Participants receive $30 in free slot play as well as a complimentary breakfast at the festival buffet.

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occupancy is $165 per person and $215 for single occupancy.

These prices are based on a 35-person minimum and the cost of a bus to and from the hotel. For more information or to sign up for the trip, call trip coordinator Annette Bortone at 201-438-1852.

North Arlington

North Arlington Elks Lodge 1992, 129 Ridge Road, hosts an Ash Wednesday fish dinner, from 4 to 7 p.m., March 1. Get a fully cooked broiled or fried fish or shrimp dinner with soup for $12. Shrimp cocktail and clams on the half shell are also available for $5 a half dozen or $8 a dozen.

The Elks also host a St. Patrick’s Day dinner on Friday, March 17, from 4 to 7 p.m. A corned beef and cabbage dinner for $12 includes carrots, potatoes, rye bread (whiskey toast) and coffee, tea and soda.

Call Cheryl at 201-923-3268 for more details or to purchase tickets.

••• The Senior Harmony Club sponsors a trip to Resorts Casino, Atlantic City, on March 23. The cost is $25, with $25 returned for slots play. Call Florence at 201-991-3173 for information or reservations.

••• The Health Department, in conjunction with St. Barnabas Medical Center, hosts a free skin cancer program “Know the Skin You’re In” on Thursday, March 9, at 1 p.m., in the Senior Center, behind the Health Department building, 10 Beaver Ave. Join Nurse Moira Davis, navigator of the melanoma program, for an interactive lecture on the prevention, symptoms and treatment of melanoma. The program is open to surrounding communities, but registration is required. Call the Health Department at 201-9555695.

Nutley

The Tri-County Camera Club of Nutley announces its March and April meeting schedule. All meetings are at Nutley High School in the see AROUND TOWN page

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Police arrest suspected ‘diversion’ burglars

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joint investigation between the Nutley and Bloomfield police departments has led to the arrest of two men believed to be responsible for numerous diversion burglaries, the Nutley Police Department announced.

On Feb. 17, Nutley police were called to a Mountainview Ave. home after residents realized two scammers

entered their home and made off with proceeds. The caller said two men came to her door claiming they were working down the street and needed to get in her basement to check the water.

She reportedly accompanied one man downstairs, while the second appeared to wait outside. Thing is, he actually entered the home at that time – and the resident later realized the duo made off with an undisclosed amount of jewelry from her

bedroom.

Nutley police canvassed the area and were able to obtain video surveillance of a newer model pickup truck. The image was then broadcast to neighboring jurisdictions and police obtained information on a possible registrant.

At the same time, Bloomfield police conducting a parallel investigation involving the same suspects and vehicle worked with Nutley to identify Michaelangelo Costello, 31, and Wando Delmaro, 58,

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Bloomfield detectives were able to apprehend the suspects and vehicle. Nutley police identified several items in their possession linking them to the Mountainview home – and both were charged with burglary and theft.

Through the investigation, police believe Costello and Delmaro were also responsible for a recent Bloomfield Ave. burglary and may have ties to a Union Ave. burglary also.

Public Safety Director Alphonse Petracco said diversion burglaries happen when a homeowner or tenant allows someone to enter and distract them, thereby giving an ac-

complice the opportunity to slip inside to steal items.

Petracco commended all police personnel who worked on this investigation and thanked N.J. State Police’s Real Time Crime Center and police departments of Bloomfield, Caldwell, and Livingston for their assistance in this case.

Chief Thomas Strumolo also lauded all officers for their efforts and thanked residents who provided investigators with useful information.

He again reminded residents to exercise caution before allowing strangers into their homes. He strongly advised calling police first to check them out.

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The study utilized publicly available data from the federal government – 30 million students’ anonymous financial-aid records and tax filings between 1999 and 2013 to determine if colleges are fostering access and equality.

The study reveals that HCCC works as an engine of social mobility, helping working-class students achieve the American dream of a middle class lifestyle.

For example, the study shows that while 36.3% of students from HCCC come from the lowest fifth of the economic spectrum, 11% of those students actually end up in the top fifth of the economic spectrum.

Furthermore, a very large percentage of those students achieve incomes that place them in the top three-fifths of the economic distribution.

“The results of this study prove we are fulfilling our mission of providing high-quality educational opportunities that promote student success and are accessible, comprehensive

and learning centered,” said Glen Gabert, Hudson County Community College’s president.

“We are proud that we successfully afford lower-income students the opportunity to move up the ladder into middle class and higher.”

Gabert said the study proves the importance of affording lower-income students opportunities for attaining a higher education, especially in light of the fact that funding for public colleges has declined on a regular basis.

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities reported that state funding for higher education is down 18% per student (adjusted for inflation).

The study’s top ten rankings for New Jersey are: (1) New Jersey Institute of Technology, (2) Bloomfield College, (3) St. Peter’s University, (4) New Jersey City University, (5) Stevens Institute of Technology, (6) Thomas A. Edison State College, (7) Berkeley College of Woodland Park, (8) Hudson County Community College, (9) Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and (10) Kean University. Of these, Hudson County Community College has dual-admission and/or transfer articulation agreements with seven of the schools in this group, thereby providing even greater opportunities for upward mobility for students.

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Taken into custody about 7:15 p.m. by Officer Chris KEARNY – Manolis, she reportedly admitted that she had two companhree alleged memions who were possibly still bers of what Walmart in the parking lot, in a green security termed a Chrysler Voyager. Police shoplifting ring” ended up in said that as Officers Derek the Hudson County Jail after Hemphill and Sean Podolski they tried to steal more than $1,000 worth of “assorted meat approached the vehicle, the driver and front-seat passenand seafood” from the store, ger could be seen changing Kearny police reported.

The suspects, all from Jersey places.

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As a result, where, typiand former Roosevelt School cally, a year or so ago, it took counselor Jane Atchison one 2 mg dose of the naloxMackesy – had pitched the one spray (that’s the actual grant proposal.

FDA-approved anti-opiate Although the grant would drug; Narcan is the brand be targeted to aiding local name), it can now take as residents 18 and younger, many as three shots to revive Doyle said that people of all ages – senior citizens includ- a victim, he said.

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Rodgers was arrested for receiving stolen property and

conspiracy to shoplift. Police said Corey was found to have a suspended license -- which is likely why the two switched places --and five outstanding warrants: Newark, drug paraphernalia; Secaucus, shoplifting; Hazlet, MV violation; Jacobstown, N.J. (Burlington County), driving while suspended; and a no-bail Hudson County arrant for child neglect.

Biagetti was charged with shoplifting, conspiracy, receiving stolen property and on three shoplifting warrants -from North Bergen, Bayonne, and Monmouth County (no bail on that one).

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Lyndhurst wrestler Daub experiences mixed emotions Talk about the highs and lows of high school wrestling.

Lyndhurst/North Arlington junior Matt Daub had to endure them all in a span of one fateful week last week.

The 120-pound Daub first attained a slice of Lyndhurst wrestling history, when he managed to win the gold medal at the NJSIAA District 9 tournament in Phillipsburg last week. Daub defeated Tyris Manley of host Phillipsburg in the title bout.

Just how impressive was the victory? Well Daub became the first Lyndhurst wrestler to capture a district gold medal since Donny Pritzlaff in 1997.

Yes, that’s the one and same Donny Pritzlaff who won three state championships during his days at Lyndhurst, the same Pritzlaff who went on to win two NCAA national titles in 2000 and 2001, the same Donny Pritzlaff who was an assistant at Michigan and Wisconsin before coming home to join the coaching staff at Rutgers four years ago.

Yes, it’s that Donny Pritzlaff that Matt Daub joined last week.

“I’ve known him since I was 10 years old,” Daub said. “It’s a relief to be in the same class with him. I met him a bunch of times. I always put it in the back of my mind that I’d like to be like him someday. I was going to try to be like him, but it had to come in steps.”

So the first step was the District 9 tournament, held in perhaps the Mecca of New Jersey high school wrestling. The people of Phillipsburg do their best to make opponents feel uncomfortable coming to their town to wrestle. The home gym was called “The Pit,” before a multi-million dollar facelift over the past year.

“They had the whole bleachers filled,” Daub said. “I had to wrestle the Phillipsburg kid in the final. It was very loud.”

But Daub wouldn’t have changed a thing, earning the 8-4 decision.

“I was the aggressor,” Daub said. “I had to attack. It was everything I see VIEW page

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t’s safe to say that the disappointment the Queen of Peace wrestling team experienced after a loss in the NJSIAA team sectional finals is a thing of the past.

That’s because the Golden Griffins will send a total of seven wrestlers to the NJSIAA state championships this weekend at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, easily the highest total in northern New Jersey.

How impressive is the QP contingency headed to New Jersey’s gambling capital?

Well, Nutley is the only other program in The Observer circulation area to have a representative in Atlantic City – and the Maroon Raiders, a perennially strong team in their own right, will have just one wrestler at Atlantic City.

The rest were totally shut out, unable to get a single wrestler to finish among the top four at last weekend’s eight regional tournaments.

The Golden Griffins crowned two champions at the Region 3 tournament at West Orange last Saturday, namely 182-pounder Dominic Mainiero and 132-pounder Ray Wetzel.

Mainiero defeated L.J. Castellano of Delbarton in the finals, 3-1, while Wetzel defeated Lou Raimo of Hanover Park, 5-2, in the title bout.

“Any time you beat a Raimo, you know it’s a quality win,” said QP head coach Scot Weaver. “It really looked like a college match. Ray is wrestling better now than he has ever with us. He’s peaking at the right time.”

Wetzel made his decision about college last week, giving a verbal commitment

Photo courtesy of Dylan Weaver

Queen of Peace senior 182-pounder Dominic Mainiero, a Nutley resident, is headed to the NJSIAA state tournament once again after winning the Region 3 gold medal in West Orange last weekend.

to Ithaca College. Weaver believes that the college choice took a huge weight off Wetzel’s shoulders.

“Ray is a smart kid who wants to get his master’s in engineering from Cornell,” Weaver said. “It’s all about the academics with him. They have a great five-year program there at Ithaca. He’s in a good place right now.”

Mainiero and Wetzel receive byes into the preliminary round, meaning that they only have to win once in Atlantic City to secure a medal among the top eight in the state.

Mainiero, the Nutley resident, was well rested and felt strong going into action last weekend.

“It helped a lot that I had some time off,” Mainiero said.

“It gave me some time to

rest.”

It also helped that Mainiero knew his opponent in the final – Castellano – very well.

“I’ve been wrestling with L.J. since I’ve been a little kid,” Mainiero said. “We were on the same national team and we traveled together. We’re friends except when we’re wrestling each other. Off the mat, we’re friends. On the mat, the wrestler’s mindset kicks in.”

Mainiero said that he took advantage of his knowledge of Castellano’s wrestling style and approach.

“I knew that I could escape from bottom,” Mainiero said of the first point he scored. “I was able to get a feel of what he was doing. In the third period, I just rode him out and got the win. I was pretty confident that I could score.”

“Dom is in the perfect place right now,” Weaver said.

“Over the last three weeks, he’s been enjoying himself in practice and having fun. It’s showing in his performances on the mat. He was in a real physical match in the final and that’s how he likes to wrestle.”

Mainiero finished in the seventh/eighth position at the state tournament last year.

He’s looking for more this time around.

“I feel very good about everything,” Mainiero said. “I feel strong. I feel fast. I feel ready for anything.”

Mainiero is also happy that so many of his teammates are going to Atlantic City as well.

“We’ve all worked hard all season,” Mainiero said. “It’s a good feeling to know that the guys you worked hard with are with you and have your back. I’m very prepared for see WRESTLING next page

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WRESTLING from this weekend.”

In addition to the two champions, the Griffins will send Matt Armamento (second at 120 pounds), Garrett Beam (second at 145 pounds), Enrique Sanchez (third at 113 pounds), Will Grater (fourth at 106 pounds) and Jacob Cardenas (fourth at 170

“I’m just so hungry from last year,” said Beam, who placed in the seventh/eighth spot in the state tourney last year. “I’m glad we had a lot of guys come through. I’m fine with finishing second.

I just have to go down to Atlantic City hungry again.

I can never take anything lightly. It’s crazy. Last year, we only had three make it

achievement.”

Aaron Dunn of Nutley is the only local wrestler outside of QP to make it to Atlantic City. The Nutley senior 145-pounder won his

consolation bout against Justin LeMay of West Morris, 5-3, to punch his ticket to Atlantic City.

In a total rarity, every other local school fell short. Maybe

it was the restructuring of the entire state that hurt the local wrestler. In any case, QP will hold the banner for the area in Atlantic City this weekend.

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Queen of Peace senior 132-pounder Ray Wetzel won the Region 3 gold medal in West Orange.

pounds) to the boardwalk this Friday.

“Sanchez wrestled real well,” Weaver said. “He got into a scramble in one match, tied 4-4 and that was it. Cardenas took fourth after losing two one-point matches.

Armamento was second. He’s just a great kid, a workaholic.

His leadership and companionship is second to none.”

For the first time, the state tournament will include the fourth place region finisher.

“It’s a goal of ours to get as many kids through to the states,” Weaver said. “Beam took second. He got taken down early and then battled back and lost by a point.”

through and this year, we have seven. I feel healthy and ready to go. There’s nothing like going to the states. I’m getting a chance to be with the greatest in the state once again.”

So are six of Beam’s teammates. It should be a great weekend for the Golden Griffins in Atlantic City.

“I’m happy about it,” Weaver said. “It’s a testament to the kids’ hard work, the assistant coaches, the parents, everyone. For us to be this competitive with programs like Hanover Park, Delbarton and Phillipsburg, considered by many to be the best in the state. It’s a great

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expected and everything I wanted it to be.”

Daub spent the last year or so preparing for that moment.

He went to wrestling learning sessions at the Edge Wrestling Club in Whippany and drilled at the Edge constantly. He competed in a handful of tournaments over the summer while taking private lessons from Al Almeyda in the Almeyda garage in New Milford.

Almeyda is no slouch when it comes to wrestling, having spent several years as the head coach at Fort Lee High School.

“I was working with Al, fixing any mistakes I might have made,” Daub said.

Photo courtesy Daub family So when the high school seaLyndhurst High School junior Matt Daub had a tremendous season, becomson began, Daub was ready. ing the first wrestler in 17 years to win a district championship.

The last one?

“He lives and breathes wresDonny Pritzlaff.

Not bad company at all. tling,” said Lyndhurst/North Arlington cooperative head be successful. He’s always has He just loves it. He’s very dedicoach Joe Collins. “He does something to do with wrestling. cated, devoted and driven. He’s all the extra work you need to

had a very good season.”

Somewhere amongst the wins involved with gaining the District 9 gold medal is Daub’s 20th win of the season. In this area and with the schedule the Golden Bears face, it’s not easy to win 20 times.

“His only losses this season have been to quality opponents,” Collins said. “We booked a very good schedule this year because I thought we were going to be pretty good.

We were wrestling against good opponents, tough opponents.”

Daub also had another challenge. He wrestled at 106 pounds last year, but had to take the jump up two weight classes this season to 120.

“I tried doing 113 and I couldn’t make weight,” Daub said. “It’s better to be 120 and roll around with the guys my size. I’m not cutting that much weight at 120. I’m maintaining the strength I had.”

But the 120-pound weight

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class is among the very best in the state and Daub knew it.

“I know I have to see where I max out at,” Daub said.

“He’s had a very good year,” Collins said. “He just wants to get to Atlantic City and we will see what happens.”

However, that didn’t happen.

Daub lost his first bout at Region 3, bounced back to defeat a tough wrestler in Michael Rubin of Hanover Park, 3-1, then fell to Youssef Salem of North Bergen by a technical fall in the wrestleback semifinals.

Just like that, the glory of being a district champ, the first since Donnie Wrestle, might have worn off just a tad.

Still, Matt Daub holds the distinction forever. He’s a district champ from Lyndhurst. That alone says a lot.

“I’m going to try freestyle,” Daub said of his next wrestling venture. “I just love it.”

Like any good wrestler should.

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Kearny’s Vereen saving his best for last

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he high school basketball season was winding down to the last precious few games, so it meant that Gralen Vereen’s career was coming to an end. The Kearny High School senior had spent four years developing himself as a standout point guard for the Kardinals and now Vereen had to focus on the season and career’s close.

“I really wanted to cherish the last few moments,” Vereen said. “I wanted to carry the team as much as I could

and try to do whatever I could to help my team win.”

Kearny head coach Bob McDonnell noticed the slight change in his team captain, brought about because of the way opponents have been defending the 6-foot Vereen.

“I think the opposing teams have changed their philosophy against Gralen,” McDonnell said. “I don’t think there was any added pressure on him. But I think he started to take the ball to the basket more and getting to the foul line more.

I think teams tried to get more physical with him, so

he became more patient and waited for his opportunity.

He really stepped it up with his scoring, while keeping his steals, assists and rebounds the same.”

For most of the season, Vereen has been among the top 10 in the state in steals and assists.

“He’s a good passer,” McDonnell said. “Instead of forcing bad shots, he’s taking the ball to the basket more.”

Vereen said that he has been motivated of late in an attempt to get recognized by some college in order to play on the next level in the fall.

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“I remember him as one of the nicest kids I ever coached,” McDonnell said. “I remember him being a team player first and the individual side second. He always listened and always wanted to be a better player. He was a quiet kid, but he was very confident. He didn’t think he was the man. He didn’t think he was great. But he was confident.”

Vereen saw it a totally different way.

“I was always the least

talented kid out of everyone,” Vereen said. “I wasn’t talented and wasn’t confident. I wasn’t in the position I am now. The confidence came maybe later on. So I didn’t know if I was going to be able to play on that level.”

Vereen worked on his size and strength. He worked on his skill set. He was determined to become a better player – one that was going to lead the Kardinals this season.

“I was just focused on getting to the next level and I had to continue with the process,” Vereen said. “Once we got on track, I just had to keep it rolling. I had to keep the underclassmen calm and the seniors in the right place.”

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kicked his game into another gear. He scored 35 points, had 10 rebounds, seven assists and five steals in a game against Hoboken; had 21 points, 10 rebounds, six assists and 10 steals against Irvington; and scored 21 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, had 10 assists and six steals in a win against Becton Regional.

And for his efforts, Vereen has been selected as The Observer Athlete of the Week for the past week.

Vereen is averaging almost 15 points, six assists and 5.3 rebounds per game, but those numbers have greatly increased right before the Kards are scheduled to face Randolph in the opening round of the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 1, Group IV playoffs this week.

“I’ve seen the gradual improvement,” McDonnell said.

“He played junior varsity and a little bit of varsity as a freshman, then started varsity as a sophomore. For the last three years, he’s been the starting point guard for us. He’s been a natural leader as the point

guard. I felt he could develop into a good ballplayer for us. And he has. Others feed off him. He always accepted his role and knows what is expected of him.”

And Vereen has developed into a strong leader – one that will apparently play on the next level.

“Nine colleges have come in to take a look at him,” McDonnell said. “Schools in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and New Jersey have expressed interest. Without a doubt, he’s proven he can play on the next level. He’s a great student as well, so that’s going to help him out big time.”

Vereen is undecided whether to study electrical engineering or sports management in college, so that could sway his decision.

“I’m starting to believe it can happen,” Vereen said. “I know we can challenge anyone. I know now I have the ability to score the ball.”

That was proven with his recent performances – better late than never.

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61. New Norwegian language 65. Willow twig 66. Tiller’s tool 68. Salivate uncontrollably 69. Like a good singer 70. Old fashioned “before” 71. Ancient marketplace 72. Ballet’s pas 73. *St. John’s ____ Storm 74. Red Sea nation DOWN 1. Fat Man or Little Boy 2. Baron Munchhausen, e.g.

3. Long forearm bone 4. Throw up 5. Worker who rolls dough for baked goods 6. Painter’s layer 7. *Tar Heels’ home 8. Circle of friends 9. Medicinal succulent

10. Sketch 11. 18-wheeler 12. December stone 15. Libertine 20. Unit of geological time 22. Pilgrimage to Mecca 24. Tea pot warmer 25. *School with most basketball titles 26. Filth 27. Surround 29. University teacher, for short 31. Benign lump 32. “The ____ Runner,” pl.

33. Annoy a bedfellow 35. Skin cysts 37. Spiritual leader 39. *Opening round, a.k.a. Play-In ____

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42. Lamentably 45. Public disapproval 49. Chapter in history 51. *March Madness selection day 54. Early anesthetic 56. Narrow valley between hills 57. Courts 58. Is not 59. Facebook button 60. Like a billionaire’s pockets 61. Scholarship criterion 62. Move over and “make ____!”

63. Sight for what eyes?

64. Third K in KKK 67. Metal-bearing mineral

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Neno-Rosa Agency

Augusto Neno

551-553 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 www.RosaAgencyHomes.com • 201-997-7860 1.

KEARNY

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NORTH ARLINGTON

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Nutley - 1 Family - Large Colonial. 1st Floor w/Open Front Porch, Entrance Foyer, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Half Bath. 2nd Floor w/ 3 Good Size Bedrooms, Den & Classic Bath w/ Tub. Walk Up Finished Attic w/ Full Bath. Full Open Unfinished Basement & Large Private Yard. Parking for 2 Cars at Street Level. Asking $345,000

HARRISON

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UNDER CONTRACT

BLOOMFIELD

Bloomfield - 2 Family - 1st Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen & Bath. 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bath & Extra 2 Bedrooms & Bath on 3rd Floor. Semi-Finished Basement. Central Air & Many Updates.

Close to Transportation. Asking $269,900

KEARNY

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NEW LISTING!

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Kearny - 1 Family - First floor w/ Living Rm, Kitchen & Full Bath. 2nd Floor w/ 2 Bedrooms. Full Unfinished Basement w/ Half Bath & Laundry Area. Pulldown Attic. House Renovated Early 2014. Central Air & Forced Air Heating. Asking $239,000

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Lyndhurst - 1 Family - Colonial w/ 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Foyer & 1.5 Baths. Unfinished Basement. Driveway for 2 Cars. Above Ground Pool Motor is Broken. Oil Tank is Above Ground in Backyard. Asking $289,900

Kearny - Heather Glenn Condo - Second floor Condo w/ 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Modern Bath, Laundry & Parking for 1 car. Balcony off Living Rm. Asking $175,000

LYNDHURST

Lyndhurst - 1 Family - Colonial w/ 1st Floor Master Bedroom, Large Kitchen, Dining Rm, Living Rm, Bath & Entrance Foyer.

2nd Floor w/ 3 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tile Bath. Hardwood Flooring, Steam Heat & Private Yard. One Block from Ridge Road. Asking $315,000

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tions were notified.

KEARNY

REDUCED!

Kearny - 1 Family - 1st Floor Has Foyer, Living Rm w/ Front Porch, Full Dining Rm, Den & Eat in Kitchen. 2nd Floor Has 3 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tiled Bathroom. Finished Walk Up Attic.

Full Semi-Finished Basement & Detached 1 Car Garage. Wood Floors & Oil Heat (Tank in Ground). Asking $217,500

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KEARNY

UNDER CONTRACT Kearny - 1 Family - Nice 1 Family w/ Good Sized Living Rm, Dining Rm & Eat in Kitchen on 1st Floor. 2nd Floor has 2 Bedrooms & Full Bath. Central Air & Unfinished Basement. Close to Transportation-Bus Stop on Corner. Asking $239,900

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KEARNY

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REDUCED!

UNDER CONTRACT

HARRISON

Harrison - Condo on the 3rd Floor w/ Living Rm/Dining Rm Combo, Kitchen, 2 Good Sized Bedrooms, 2 Baths & Balcony.

Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Granite Countertop & Stainless Steel Appliances including Washer & Dryer. 2 Outdoor Assigned Parking Spaces & Minutes Away from Harrison Path. Asking $375,000

UNDER CONTRACT

REDUCED!

Kearny - Well Kept Single Family - First Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Full Bath. Second Floor w/ 3 Bedrooms & Full Bath. Finished Attic & Central Air. Finished Basement w/ Office Space, Laundry Rm & Bath. All Remodeled in 1999. New Roof, New Electric, New Hardwood Floors, New Siding & New Garage.

Asking $335,000

KEARNY

Kearny - 2 Family - 1st Floor w/ Bedroom, Living Rm, Eat in Kitchen, Bath & Deck. 2nd Floor w/ Bedroom, Living Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Bath & Deck. 3rd Floor w/ Finished Room & Built in Closets. Thermal Windows, New Roof & 2 Newer Furnance. French Drains in Basement. Paved Parking for 2 Cars. Asking $299,000

REDUCED!

Harrison - 3 Family - Apartments on 1st & 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen & Bath. 3rd Floor w/ Living Rm, Bedroom, Kitchen & Bath. Thermal Windows & Small Paved Yard. Short Walk to Path Train. All Apartments Fully Rented. Asking $449,000

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BLOOMFIELD

Bloomfield - 1st Floor w/ Enclosed Porch, Living Rm/Dining Rm/Kitchen Combo, Galley kitchen & 1 Bedroom. 2nd Floor w/ 2 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tile Bath. Driveway & Private Yard. Oil Tank Above Ground. Asking $137,000

Kearny - 1 Family - 1st Floor w/ Foyer, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Large Eat in Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Ceramic Tile Bath & Den. 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm/ Dining Rm Combo, Bedroom, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Ceramic Tile Bath, Den & 2 Additional Rooms on 3rd Floor. Fire Damage on 3rd Floor & Water Damage inside. Great Potential. Asking $299,900

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Kearny- 1 Family -1st floor w/ Enclosed Front Porch, Living Room, Dining Room, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Half Bath. 2nd Floor w/ 3 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tile Bath. Freshly painted, New Furnace, New Hot Water Baseboard, New Doors & New Flooring.

Deck off Rear & Private Yard w/ Hot Tub. Asking $239,000

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North Arlington- 1 Family -Beautiful Ranch w/ 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Living Rm w/ Fireplace, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen w/ Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite & Double Doors Leading to Patio. Attached 2 Car Garage w/ Additional 10+ Parking in Rear.

Backyard w/ Newer Pave Patio & Inground Heated Pool. Full Finished Basement w/ Rec Rm, Summer Kitchen, 2 Finished Rms & Full Bath.

Loft Area w/ High Ceilings & Skylights. Central Air. Asking $744,000

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NEW LISTING!

NEW LISTING!

Kearny- 1 Family - Well kept Home w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 1 Bedroom, Bath & Modern Kitchen on 1st Floor and 2 Bedrooms on 2nd Floor. Full Unfinished Basement w/ Laundry Area.

Parking for 1 Car in Front of the House. Great Size Backyard.

Newer Roof & Windows. Asking $255,000

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ficer Ekladious pulled over a 2003 Mazda victim, police said.

Feb. 21 for a tail light violaPolice said Sopko adOfficer Gontarczuk, tion at Schuyler and mitted to the crime but on patrol at midnight at Quincy Aves. and said he had dumped Devon St. and Johnreportedly spotted the purse in a garbage ston Ave., stopped a a partially smoked can at Taco Bell. It 2004 Toyota for tailmarijuana cigar in was recovered there light and license plate the cup holder. Police intact. He was arrested violations and encoun- said driver Hayden for theft. tered driver Anthony Ulloa, 19, of Newark, Joana, 42, of Kearny, turned over two large Feb. 19 who, police said, made bags of suspected pot At 5:40 p.m., Midthe mistake of identify- and admitted there town Pharmacy report- ing himself by anwere morphine pills ed that a possible shop- other name. [“Mistake” in the center console. lifter had just fled the because Gontarczuk A search of the car restore. When Officers was already aware of portedly also produced Richard Carbone and his identity.] In the car, two more bags of weed, Ben Wuelfing and Chief police said, was marisix partially smoked John Dowie located juana, and on his perpot cigars, a plassuspect Ross Brown, 25, son, four wax folds of tic bag of suspected of Summit, on Midland “Freebandz” heroin. cocaine, six suspected Ave. near Franklin Joana was charged morphine pills and five Place, he reportedly with possession of the empty glassine bags. stated that he had been drugs and paraphernaUlloa was hit with pot, thinking of taklia, possession of a CDS cocaine, and Rx druging something but did in a MV, driving with a possession charges, as not because he knew suspended license and well as possession of he was being watched. hindering apprehenpot with intent to disHe ended up under sion -- and he ended up tribute, and parapherarrest anyway, on two in the Hudson County nalia possession. He warrants, both for Jail. was processed at HQ. shoplifting: Neptune, And he was released on $1,000 bail; Secaucus, Feb. 22 a summons. Because … $500. Those jurisdicAt 1:10 a.m., Of– Karen Zautyk KPD from

Kearny - 1 Family – Updated Cape w/ 3 Bedrooms, Dining Rm, 2 Full Baths, Kitchen & Nice Deck. Hardwood Floors, Central Air & 2 Car Garage. Basement w/ Large Rec Room & Laundry Rm. Asking $310,000

$500 CLOSING COST CREDIT AT CLOSING! This offer is for Veterans, Police Officers, Firefighters, Teachers & Union Employees.

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HOUSE OF THE WEEK CAPE COD CHARMER – 3 Bedroom home on a large corner lot near Vets Field in Kearny. The house is in great shape with a newer roof and gas heat. It also has a large basement that could add even more finished square footage if desired. Unbeatable price $245,000.

THE ONE YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR – This affordable ranch style home is close to shopping and transportation yet sits on a quiet one way street.

First floor living is easy with hardwood floors, central air and of course a drive and garage. At just $234,900, you better hurry.

STEPS FROM SCHUYLER SCHOOL - Classic 3 bedroom colonial in the Arlington Section of Kearny, off street parking and a nice backyard.

Owner says sell. $269,900.

WOW – Our office has just listed this lovely Colonial on Argyle Place in Kearny. The home features beautiful parquet floors, natural wood trim, a wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, partially finished basement and much more. This two bedroom classic will not last at $249,900.

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STANDS ABOVE THE REST – Best Location –Top of the hill in the Kearny Manor.

Best Construction – 100% Brick.

Best Amenities – 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths (deceivingly large).

Best Lot – Huge 50x150 level lot.

Best Bonus – 3 car garage.

Best Price $345,000. Nothing else compares. Do not buy until you see this home.

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SECOND CHANCE – This 2 bedroom Kearny one family on John Hay Avenue is back on the market for just $119,000. It will not last so call today.

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come respite to the troubling state mandate, Dowie said.

Since Smith was appointed in 1996, he’s been assigned to community policing, bike patrol and DARE officer working with fifth-graders before his elevation to sergeant in 2005.

“He’s a high-energy guy with great street instincts,” Dowie said.

Recalling how Smith had excelled on the soccer pitch, from Kearny Rec to Queen of Peace High School to Montclair State, “I don’t remember (him) losing a foot pursuit [chasing down a suspect as a cop],” the chief added.

Smith was the 2005 Cop of the Year for his role in disarming a potential suicide and

other achievements. He was also credited with the apprehension of three armed robbers and recovery of the proceeds of the crime.

Plaugic, who came aboard in 1988, has also demonstrated his skills as a “street-savvy” cop, Dowie said, recounting the time when, as thethen commander of the detective bureau, he was notified that the home of the Kearny municipal court judge had been burglarized.

Dowie said he immediately brought in Plaugic to help him work the case and “develop a suspect” whom they traced to a Newark public housing project where the suspect was holding a pillowcase filled with the stolen proceeds.

A former Kearny Kardinal football stand-

out, Plaugic worked in the patrol division and the tactical squad before switching to the detective bureau in the KPD. Outside the department, Dowie said that Plaugic has evidenced his efforts as a “selfless” individual through his volunteer service with Special Olympics and as president of the Police Athletic League, not to mention his work as an officer of the PBA and former member of the Kearny Board of Education.

And, applying his former work experience with the Carpenters’ Union, Plaugic has dedicated “countless hours” to assisting fellow officers and others with household-related repairs.

Plaugic’s son, Kyle, is also a member of the KPD.

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KEARNY: 1 FAM, DUPLEX, 3 BR, 1 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, RECENTLY RENOVATED, NEWER KITCHEN, BATHS, ELECTRIC, WALLS, AND WINDOWS, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

KEARNY: 1 FAM, RANCH, 2 BR, 2 FULL BATH. CENTRAL AIR, HARD WOOD FLOORS, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, LARGE DRIVEWAY & ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE

KEARNY: 1 FAM, COLONIAL, 4 BR, 3 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, HARDWOOD FLOORS, CENTRAL A/C, ATTACHED TWO CAR GARAGE, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

KEARNY 1 FAM, RAISED RANCH,

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KEARNY: 2 FAM, 4 BR, 2 FULL BATH, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT, NEW ROOF, SEPARATE UTILITIES, PARKING SPACE FOR ONE CAR

LYNDHURST: 1 FAM, COLONIAL, 3 BR, 2 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT, 2 CAR GARAGE WITH LONG DRIVEWAY, CLOSE TO NYC TRANSPORTATION

KEARNY: TOWNHOUSE, 2 BR, 1 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, MODERN KITCHEN WITH NEW APPLIANCES, NEW LAMINATE FLOORING, CENTRAL HEAT AND A/C, PATIO, 1 CAR GARAGE, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

KEARNY: 1 FAM, CENTER HALL

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3 BR, 2 FULL BATH, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, CENTRAL AIR, ATTACHED ONE CAR GARAGE

LISTED NEWLY COLONIAL, 3 BR, 1 FULL BATH, 2 HALF BATH, LARGE ROOMS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, CENTRAL A/C, & FULL FINISHED BASEMENT. LONG DRIVEWAY FOR PLENTY OF PARKING!

LISTED NEWLY KEARNY: 1 FAM, COLONIAL, 4 BR, 2 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, LARGE FINISHED ATTIC, FINISHED BASEMENT, ONE CAR ATTACHED GARAGE AND 2 CAR PARKING, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

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LISTED NEWLY LYNDHURST: 2 FAM, 6 BR, 4 FULL

ROCHELLE PARK: 1 FAM, RANCH, 3 BR, 2 FULL BATH, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, HARDWOOD FLOORS, 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE, FULLY FINISHED CARRIAGE HOUSE, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

BELLEVILLE: 1 FAM, COLONIAL, 2 BR,

BATH, CENTRAL AIR, HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT, SEPARATE UTILITIES, 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

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cial need, participation in extra-curricular activities and community service are considered in the awarding of the scholarships.

Application deadline is April 21. Interested KHS students may pick up applications from the guidance office.

All other students are invited to contact Judy Hyde, scholarship committee co-chairwoman at 201-991-5812.

UNICO National also offers four scholarships to seniors going on to college. These scholarships, in the amount of $1,500 per year, require

the student to be of Italian ancestry, possess a 3.0 or B average or higher and submit SAT or ACT scores with their application.

The application deadline for these scholarships is April 15. KHS students may get their application forms from the guidance office. All other students should contact Louis Pandolfi, scholarship committee co-chairman, at 201693-8504 or email him at lpandolfi@verizon. net.

Or, for more information, reach out to Pandolfi.

“We are supposed to honor the amount they property tax payers. give us, but last year’s This ultimately takes number was a lie,” away from the municipal Sheedy said. “I don’t or school aid the people know how we are going rely on.” to put together the 2017 The NJSEA recently municipal budget. It’s certified the 2017 just not fair what they tax-sharing amounts are doing. By law, we and North Arlington must have a balanced is scheduled to get budget, but the state, in $973,741.

2016, did not give us the Councilwoman Alfunds due to us. This lison Sheedy, who is on forces us into non-comthe finance committee, pliance with the state says she wonders what finance law.” to do with that certified In addition to its amount. litigation, the borough is

working with the other Meadowlands towns that have not received their payments. A resolution was approved at the last Meadowlands Municipal Committee meeting supporting the communities that did not receive their full amount.

NJSEA spokesman Brian Aberback said: “As the Authority receives tax sharing revenue [from the state treasurer’s office], it will continue to distribute the funds in accordance with the law.”

The Kearny Chapter of UNICO is once again offering two types of scholarships to high school seniors, chapter president Joseph Sgalia announced.

The chapter will award $500 scholarships to 12th-grade students at any public, private or parochial high school who are U.S. citizens, of Italian ancestry and who have lived in Kearny for at least three years.

To be eligible for these scholarships, candidates must have a grade point average of at least 3.0 or B. Finan-

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• March 21 — Competition in Pictorial (general) teachers’ cafeteria and images and Creative (mabegin at 8 p.m. The nipulated) images, with schedule is as follows: judging by members.

• March 7 — How to • April 4 — Tri-Club create stunning slide competition, in which shows of your projected the top three New Jersey images, by Jim Alfano. clubs enter 40 images • March 14 — How to each to compete for enhance your images in an annual trophy, with your camera by using scoring by three outside multi-exposure HDR, judges. and then adding free NIK • April 18 — Competiplug-ins to enhance them tion in Nature (cannot further, by member Bill show human hand) and Barr. print images, with judgAROUND TOWN from

ing by club members.

• April 25 — How to use layers in Photoshop to combine images or to modify parts of an image, and then combine the results to produce an outstanding image, by member Bob Laura.

Anyone may attend club meetings, but only members can enter the various competitions. For more information, contact the club president by email at alfanojim@ gmail.com.

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To submit an obituary: fax: 201-991-8941

obituaries@theobserver.com Bonnie B. Martone Bonnie B. Martone, 67, of West Milford, formerly of Kearny, died Feb. 19.

Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. Services were at the funeral home. Cremation was private.

Born in Kearny, Bonnie grew up in North Arlington and lived in Kearny before moving to West Milford 14 years ago.

She was an executive assistant with Bunge Corporation, White Plains, N.Y., retiring two years ago.

She was the beloved wife of Bob Martone, mother of Erica (Steven) Rocha, grandmother of Sofia and Madelyn and the aunt of Dana and Lori. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Henrietta (Hank) Faust Bauerlein and her brother Peter Bauerlein.

Bonnie was an avid gardener. She loved to feed the birds and squirrels in her backyard.

She enjoyed sitting by a warm fire and was passionate about reading a good book in her “big chair”. She always looked forward to having her granddaughters for the weekend and especially for summer camp.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation (PKD) (www.pkdcure.org) 1001 E. 101 Terrace, Suite 220, Kansas City, Mo. 64131, would be appreciated.

Breda Smyth Breda Smyth (nee McGonigal), 84, of North Arlington, died Feb. 23.

A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua Church, West Orange, on Monday, Feb. 27. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Visitation was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny.

Breda was the beloved wife of the late Stephen and loving mother of Eileen Smyth, Kathleen Patterson and her husband Al, Breda Drury and her husband David, Stephen Smyth and his wife Mary and Sean Smyth and his wife Margarita.

She is also survived by her grandchildren Mark,

obituaries

Maureen, Jianing, Shannon, Brendan and Logan.

Toms River before moving to her son Larry’s home in Indiana two years ago.

Eleanor J. McGuill Visiting was Sunday, Feb. Eleanor J. McGuill (nee 26, at the Armitage & WigBlain), formerly Eleanor Papa, gins Funeral Home, Kearny. died Jan. 6.

Mass was Monday, Feb. 27, at She was 78.

St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny.

Memorial visitation will Burial was in Holy Cross be Saturday, March 4, from 2 Cemetery, North Arlington. to 4 p.m. at the Armitage & Anna was an active member Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 of Birth Right and a trustee at Belgrove Drive, Kearny, where St. Maximilian Kolbe Church a service will take place at in Toms River. She had also 3:30 p.m. been a member of St. Cecilia To leave online condolence, Rosary Society. Wife of the visit www.armitagewiggins. late Lawrence J. McShane Jr., com. she was the mother of Ann Eleanor lived in Kearny and Marie Bonaccoroso (Joseph), Point Pleasant before moving Lawrence McShane, III (Joan), to New Hampshire 10 years Catherine Myers (George), Joago. seph McShane (Diane), DanWife of the late Thomas iel McShane (Chris), Theresa Papa and Larry McGuill, she Gaffney (Joe), Maureen Kroog is survived by her children (Fred) and the late Michael, and their spouses Thomas Patrick and John McShane. and Ann Papa and Lynore Also surviving her are her and Ed Wagner. Sister of daughters-in-law Gina and Carol Dick, Robert Blain and Lynn, 23 grandchildren and Beverly Bizzaco, she is also 18 great-grandchildren along survived by her grandchildren with “two on the way.” In lieu Emily, Olivia, Thomas, Allison of flowers, kindly consider and Jessica. a donation to Birth Right In lieu of flowers, kindly at www.birthright.org. consider a donation to www. worldimpact.org.

Stephen Peterson Stephen Peterson died Feb. Joan Bannon 21.

Joan Bannon, 85, of HackHe was 63. ettstown, formerly of Kearny, Born in Kearny, he lived died Feb. 22. there before moving to BelVisiting was at the Armitleville 38 years ago. age & Wiggins Funeral Home, Visiting was at the Armit596 Belgrove Drive, on Friday, age & Wiggins Funeral Home, Feb. 24. A service was held at Kearny. A service took place the funeral home on Saturat the First Lutheran Church, day, Feb. 25. Interment was in Kearny. Cremation was priHoly Cross Cemetery, North vate.

Arlington.

Stephen was a civil engiMrs. Bannon worked in the neer for PSE&G and belonged admissions office at Fairleigh to the utility’s retirement Dickinson University, Teclub. aneck, before her retirement.

He was the husband of She was the beloved wife Cathy (nee Bartholomew), of the late John Bannon. The dear mother of Jack (Debbie) Prayer to St. Jude Most holy apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend and Tommy (Dana) Bannon of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you univerand Joanne (Bob) Trillo and sally as the patron of difficulty and of desperate cases, Lori (Wayne) Bokunwicz, she of things almost despaired of Pray for me, I am so was the sister of the late Wilhelpless and alone. Make use, I implore you, of that particular privilege given to you to bring visible and liam Tompkins. She was also speedy help where help was almost despaired of. had eight grandchildren and Come to my assistance in this great need that I may three great-grandchildren. receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my Anna C. McShane Anna C. McShane (nee Booth), died Feb. 21.

She was 92.

Born in Belleville, she lived many years in Kearny and

necessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly(make your request here)-and that I may bless God with you and all the elect throughout all eternity.

I promise you, O blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, and I will never cease to honor you as my special and powerful patron and do all in my power to encourage devotion to you. Amen.

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father of Daniel (Gigi), Craig and Laura Peterson, and brother of Judy (David) London, Billy (Amy) Peterson and the late Walter and Don Peterson. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law Joann and Carol Peterson, many loving nieces, nephews and in-laws.

In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the American Diabetes Research Foundation.

James W. Rue James W. Rue, of North Arlington, formerly of Kearny, died Feb. 23.

He was 79.

Private arrangements were by the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. To leave online condolence, visit www.armitagewiggins. com.

Jimmy was a retired supervisor of the Kearny Department of Public Works. He served in the U.S. Navy and was member of the VFW Post

1302 in Kearny.

The husband of Dorothy (nee LeVan), he is survived by his son Thomas, his grandchildren Justin, Amanda, Shane and Hailey and his sister Joan Bartsch. He was predeceased by his son James T. Rue in 1998.

In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Chunziu Zhu Chunziu Zhu died Feb. 2.

She was 63.

Born in Shanghai, China, she was a resident of East Newark.

She was the daughter of Changfu Zhu and Changying Sun. Arrangements were conducted by her son, Gavin Guo, with the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny.

A lovely gathering of friends and family took place at the funeral home – and cremation was private.

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BELLEVILLE

HARRISON Newly Renovated w/new appliances.

3 BR’s, $1,850/month.

1 month security. H/W Floors. Close to PATH. (973) 978-4947. btw 126pm.

BELLEVILLE 3 BR apt.

LR. $1,250/month. 1 1/2 months security. 1 car parking. Credit report required. Avl. April 1st.

(201) 259-0861.

HARRISON HARRISON 1st fl 4 rooms, no pets, No smoking. $1,050/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. Ref. req. (973) 482-9786.

HARRISON E.Newark 3 BR apt. 1 Bath LR & Kitchen. 1 parking space. access to Backyard w/built in BBQ. $1,850/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. 15 min to PATH. Close to transportation & Schools. (973) 517-1535.

HARRISON 3 BR, C/A & HT included, 2 parking spaces. garage. Laundry Facility. utilities included.

No pets. No smoking.

Close to PATH. 1 1/2 months security. respond to khundimaster@gmail. com HARRISON 519 Central Ave. 3 BR, 2 Bath, Garage & parking space included.

1 1/2 months security.

Alv Now. (646) 675-5113 HARRISON 3 BR apt.

Near PATH. H/W floors. $1,750/month + utilities.

Laundry Facilities. Garage avl. No pets. No smoking.

(201) 628-5350.

HARRISON 3 BR, 3rd fl. Railroad Construction. $1,250/month. Avl. March 1st. Call Carlos (201) 988-7536.

KEARNY KEARNY Studio apt. located on Devon and Stewart. HT/ HW included. Nice location. No pets. $850/month. If interested contact Joann (973) 699-3146.

CLASSIFIEDS APARTMENTS FOR RENT KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood floors.

Laundry onsite. HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $1,200. 1 BR start at $975. Jr. 1 BR start at $925. (201) 289-7096 KEARNY 41 Halstead St. 2nd fl. 2 BR, Kitchen, LR, Bath. $1,050/month.

1-month security. Avl now. (201) 702-0126.

KEARNY 332 Forest St. Studio $1,200/month & Basement $500/month for rent. Avl. Now. (862) 588-4864 or (201) 5395146.

KEARNY 3 BR, LR, DR, EIK. $1,500/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. Off St. Parking.

Franklin school district.

Laundry hook-up. No pets. No Smoking. avl.

Avl. Now. (917) 414-2289.

KEARNY Arlington section, 2nd fl. large 3 BR apt. $1,550/month. completely renovated.

1 1/2 months security. separate utilities. Central AC/HT. Close to transportation. No pets.

No smoking. avl. March 15th. (201) 467-7562.

KEARNY 1st fl. 2 BR, 1 bath. $1,250/month. 1 month security. Avl. Immediately. Call Carmen KEARNY new furnished 201-622-8315 1 BR Apt, Kitchen, Full Bath, $600/month. Utilities & Internet included. KEARNY New home 2nd Avl. Immediately. Text fl. 3 BR’s, 2 Bath, Kitchen, w/granite countertops.

(973) 980-2037 H/W floors + spacious LR. $2,200/month + utilities.

Laundry in unit. No pets.

KEARNY small 1 BR apt., No smoking. Avl. Now. $925/month + utilities. 1 (973) 978-5184 call btw 1/2 months security. no 4:30-8pm. smoking. no pets. (201) 428 1299 KEARNY 2nd fl. Modern 3 BR’s, 1 Walk in closet, LR, Large EIK, & Bath.

KEARNY 1st fl. 1 BR, Separate Utilities. Launrefrigerator & stove sup- dry in Basement. No plied. no pets. $1,000/ pets, No smoking. 1 1/2 month. HT/HW supplied months security. Call Car1 1/2 months secu- los after 5pm Leave mesrity.. Avl. March 1st.. Call sage. (201) 334-7048 (201)970-2435 or (201) 913-7295

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LYNDHURST

LYNDHURST 3 BR, 2 full baths, Laundry room, LR & DR. C/A. $2,150/ month. 1 month security.

Near NYC Transportation.

No smoking. No pets.

Credit check required.

Avl. May 1st. John (201) 655-4663/4664 btw 9am-5pm.

N. ARLINGTON N.ARLINGTON 3 Modern rooms, 1 BR, Hardwood floors, tiled Kitchen, Fridge, stove, HT/HW supplies. close to NY Transportation.

Laundry facilities. No dogs.

800 sq.ft. no smoking. $1,095/month.

Avl. March 1st. Call (908) 2409302.

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APARTMENTS FOR RENT

N.ARLINGTON 2nd fl.

5 Large rooms, 2 block from NY transportation. no pets. no smoking. 1 1/2 months security.

(973) 517-1342.

NUTLEY

N.ARLINGTON Large 2 BR, LR, DR, EIK. H/W floors. Quiet residential area. near schools, transportation and shopping.

HT/CW included. W/D hook-up and storage space. $1525/month.

Avl. march 1st. Tony (201) 264-1816.

NUTLEY

1 BR with open Loft Full Bath, Dishwasher Laundry Facility. Center of Town. Walking distance to Bus/NYC. Shop Rite on Franklin Ave. $1,495/month.

Totally Renovated. Avl. Now. (973) 420- 1235 or (973) 953-9331.

HOUSE FOR SALE BELLEVILLE /Nutley Border, 2 BR, 2 bathroom, Ranch. Finished basement, large backyard, garage parking. $219,900. Must sell. No realtors. Karen (973) 747-7654.

N.ARLINGTON Large Apartment in Great Condition. New Hardwood Floors, EIK, 2 Large Bedrooms, Bath and Large LR. $1350 /month. 1.5 months security. Utilities separate except cold waROOM ter. No Pets. No SmokFOR RENT ing. Credit/Background Check req. Contact: Diogo Santos 201-693-3480. KEARNY off Kearny Ave. 3rd fl. Clean, Small Kitchenette, $450/month. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. Avl. April 1st. (973) N.ARLINGTON 4 BR, 2 668-8305 Full bath, LR, DR, 2nd fl. $1,750/month + utilities. 1 month security. KEARNY rooms for rent.

Avl. April 15th or May 1st. $450/month. 1 month (201) 655-8776. security. no smoking.

Male preferred. Avl. Feb. 15th. (201) 600-1863 N.ARLINGTON 2 BR garden apt. $1,250/ month. HT/HW included.

Parking space. No pets.

(201) 342- 2206.

W.ORANGE 1.5 rooms, $625/month + security.

Partially furnished. Avl. April 1st. Private entrance & shower. References. No smoking. No pets. Near trans. Gentlemen preferred. (973) 994-0439.

HALL FOR RENT Hall Available Mid week special.

Price Break-Call Parties, Business Meeeting, & Functions (201) 991-9865 (203) 864-8243 Max 80 people.

ITEMS FOR SALE MSA CLASSIC SINGLE NECK 10 STRING STEEL GUITAR W/CASE. DJ EQUIPMENT (PENVEY) W/SPEAKERS AND TECHNICS 5 DISC PLAYER. DI’VINCI (DV 7010) PROFESSIONAL HOME THEATER SYSTEM LIMITED PLATINUM SERIES. (NEW NEVER USED). ROY CLARK SIGNATURE GUITAR NEW. CALL (201) 954-4287 OR (201) 997-3279.

STORE FOR RENT LYNDHURST Small store or office on busy st. $795/ month. Larger store $695/month (973) 760-4877

PROPERTY FOR SALE KEARNY 57 Kearny Ave., 2 apartments/Restaurant, Backyard, Newly renovated call for further details (201)991-4599

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N.ARLINGTON 2 BR’s PARKING LR, DR, Kitchen. 1 month for FOR RENT security. Utilities sepa- KEARNY Room rate. No pets. No smok- rent. Female preferred ing. Avl. March 1st. (201) (201)991-4599 647-4011.

NUTLEY Commercial parking space available in BELLEVILLE Nice area Nutley up to 24 ft. (201) Room for rent. $420/ 390-1729 N.ARLINGTON Newly month. 1 months security.

Call after 4:00pm.

Renovated.

2 BR’s, Kitchen, LR, EIK. $1,350/ Avl. Now. (973) 336-5335 TRUCK PARKING month. 1 month security. (862) 215-9440.

FOR RENT No pets. No smoking. Avl. March 15th. (201) 290- N.ARLINGTON Room 0406 or (201) 991-4739 for rent 1 1/2months security. no pets. $620/ Truck Parking in Belleville, month. HT/HW included secure lot. Fenced in for + parking. Single person. 10 trucks. Avl. immediN.ARLINGTON Totally Female preferred. (201) ately. (201) 310-4433 renovated, Large 3 BR 401-0488. apt. $1,700/month. W/D hook-up. Off street park- FURNISHED ROOM PERSONALS ing. H/W floors & C/A. FOR RENT Avl. April 1st. Call Carlos (201) 988-7536.

KEARNY Furnished room European gentleman, for rent $360/month. non-smoker, social, lookutilities included. no ca- ing for a date. young lady ble. 1 month security. around 45, leave a mesAvl. now. Male Preferred. sage for Joe. (201) 467(201) 998-8734.

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ESTATE SALE Feb 27th-March 4th Estate sale 327 John St. E. Newark. 9am-3pm.

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EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED DRIVER/WAREHOUSE Reliable, responsible person needed for dynamically growing manufacturing company. Duties include deliveries involving the tri-state area, receiving, shipping and stock room. CDL Class B preferred. Excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K with company match.

Qualified individuals should apply at 147 N. Michigan Ave., Kenilworth, NJ. Must have copy of driving abstract to be considered.

SHIPPING/RECEIVING:

Reliable, responsible person needed for dynamically growing manufacturer in busy shipping and receiving area. Experience and able to operate a forklift a must. Excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K with company match.

Qualified individuals should apply at 147 N. Michigan Ave., Kenilworth, NJ F/T Sandblast Operator – Mfg. plant sandblast small metal objects in enclosed sandblasting system.

Experience helpful but will train right individual. 40 hour work week.

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Small Local law firm looking for a “jack of all trades” to help support a busy interesting general practice and a great boss!

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FT/PT Cleaners 7am-3pm. in Whippany $15/hr. Drivers License & Green card a must.

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she says she can “fill up my jerrycans” from the next-door “community water house.”

And water itself is “always available because it comes by mountain spring and we have plenty of mountains.”

Bathroom? “I have an outdoor toilet house/latrine and I bucket bathe in a small indoor washroom in my house with a

PEACE CORPS from there’s not much to do,” she said.

Electricity is limited in the region so there are days when she has to “boil water on a charcoal stove” if she wants her morning Joe. There’s no running water source in her little abode but

hole that leads to the outside.”

Refuse “goes in a trash pit outside of my house.”

Rice, beans and fresh produce are the dietary order of the day, along with the occasional goat meat.

For fun activities, Borkowski has been a guest at a few community weddings and, during a side trip to Uganda, done

white water rafting on the Nile.

“I talk to my family once a week using a whatsapp,” she said.

With the ninth- and 10thgraders, Borkowski demonstrated the appropriate Rwandan etiquette and body language for exchanging a greeting of “Muraho” (hello),

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displayed a sample of the local fabric called igitenge, along with native baskets known as agasseke made from aloe die and Rwandan currency (francs).

“I feel grateful to be there,” she said. “We are the seed planted for their success to be part of the international community.”

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Valerie Iacono, principal of Schuyler School, Kearny, announces the following Students of the Month for January: Pre-K: Jelani Fong Yee-Curtis and Owen McCarthy.

Kindergarten: Kassandra Brunk, Scarlett Ferreira and Dominick Zdicho.

Grade 1: Kelly Bashuk, Elias Bousada, Gabriel Cano, Juliana Juarez, Britney Lopez and Keanu Mogollon, Grade 2: Anan Khalifa, Laila Muzio and Jaslyn Zapata.

Grade 3: Kamilly Bravo, Kennedy Hartkopf, Madeline Leimberg, Max Ramos, Jordan White and Benjamin Wilkinson.

Grade 4: Kristina Bartosevica, Jessica Lopez and Joseph Nigro.

Grade 5: Danielo Alves, Matthew Escate, Yliana Gandolfo, Ariana Martinez, Kevin Ortega Guevara and Jayleen Rodriguez; Grade 6: Julia Araujo, Miguel Barreto, Kyle Decker, Emily Doran, Luis Paulino Aguiar, Arianna Perez and Caroline Sammarone.

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Local band’s CD debuting at Scots

By Laura Comppen Special to The Observer

Media

The Observer newspaper has served the community brilliantly for the last 129 years. To this day, we pride ourselves on producing a top-notch, beautiful newspaper. However, we look to expand our offerings now to become a full-service media company.

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aithful readers of The Observer may remember the August 2013 story about Kearny native Billy Spanton. At the time, Spanton and his band had just opened for legendary rockers Bad Company in Lewiston, N.Y. Since then, The Billy Spanton Band has been playing gigs throughout the Tri-state area and working on a new album.

“Matter of Pride” is the long-awaited CD that features a medley of hard rock, blues, southern rock and even a ballad.

“This disc is a return to my Kearny roots,” Spanton said. “I’ve had some of these tunes buzzing around my head since I was a kid on Brighton Ave. It feels good to finally lay them down on this CD.” A mixture of other local talent has contributed to the raw, soulful sound of the band.

“It’s really amazing to be performing with Sean McGonigal,” Spanton said. “Long before I ever picked up a guitar, Sean’s older brother Joe taught me how to play the bagpipes at Washington School. And truthfully, the whole album is an homage to Kearny.

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West Hudson Publishing would like to offer offer our customers the following media-based services:

Video Production The back cover of the CD features the Annie Bridge – and if you look closely, you’ll even see the Irish flag flying high.”

“Billy has a deep pride for Kearny,” band member and Kearny native Renee WilloughbySavoy said. “He brought us down to the swamps behind the Gunnell Oval in the freezing cold just because he wanted the CD cover photo to be authentic.”

To launch the CD, The Billy Spanton Band will perform at a CD release party on Saturday, March 25, at the Scots Club.

“We’re extremely proud of the soulful energy on this CD,” Spanton said. “And our fans have really responded to it. We’ve gotten quite a

following from airplay on 105 The River out of the Scranton area – and our music is easily accessible on iTunes, Spotify, cdbaby, and Amazon.

“We’re pumped for an awesome night of rock n roll, so bringing it back to Kearny where it all began just makes sense.

There will be CDs available for sale at the show and free parking. We hope to see everyone out on March 25.”

More event information can be found on the The Billy Spanton Band Facebook page. And check out the band this summer as they headline the “Summer Kick Off” for the second year in a row in the Poconos on the 4th of July. For more information on both events, visit www.billyspanton.com.

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