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Rumana Fills Some Big Shoes In His New Passaic County RoleGavel Passed Down From His Father Makes County History

By Cheryl Conway rom his years as an attorney to his seat on the Wayne Township Council, life-long Wayne resident Scott T. Rumana has followed in his father’s footsteps right into the judge’s chambers.

Rumana, a former Wayne mayor and state assemblyman from the 40th legislative district, was sworn in on Dec. 20, 2016, at the Passaic County Courthouse as a Superior Court Judge in the Passaic Vicinage.

He was appointed by Gov. Chris Christie and assigned to the family court division.

Surely an instance in which history has repeated itself, Rumana’s six yearold son, Tommy, held the bible for him while his father, Thomas R. Rumana, swore

him in to his new role as Superior Court Judge. Forty-four years ago, Rumana was given the same honor at the age of eight when he held the bible for his father’s swearing in as judge of the Superior Court, Law Division, Passaic County, a position he held for 18 years until retiring on Jan. 31, 1991.

While it is not uncommon for a child to look up to a parent as a role model or take on the same profession, succeeding as a Superior Court Judge is not the norm, at least not in Passaic County. The Rumanas have made county history according to local historian Edward Smyk.

Having a father involved as a republican in local politics, working as an attorney

and then being appointed a judge certainly guided Rumana toward public service, as did his godfather, the late Democratic Congressman Robert A. Roe, whom he served as an intern the summer of 1987.

“As everyone here knows, my dad served with distinction in this very vicinage, sitting on the bench from the time I was seven or eight years old until just shy of my graduation from law school,” Rumana said during his speech after he was sworn in at the courthouse.

“Having a father as a judge gave me a unique view and learning experience into the world of the duties and responsibilities of this position,” he said continued on page 3

In top right photo, Scott Rumana gets sworn in as a Superior Court judge by his father, Thomas Rumana, with his wife, Laura, looking on and his son, Tommy, holding the Bible. Bottom left photo, Thomas gets sworn in the bench in 1972 as a Superior Court judge as young Scott holds the bible.

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Raised in Wayne, Rumana was five years old when his father was elected to serve on the Wayne Township Council in 1970, serving two years until his judicial appointment.

After attending Hartwick College in Oneonta, N.Y., earning a bachelor’s in management in 1987, Rumana decided to explore his interest in public policy so took on an internship with Roe. Roe and Rumana’s father had been childhood friends since meeting at a Boy Scout camp in Lake Hopatcong run by Rumana’s uncle, Hank. Their friendship continued years later when they returned from fighting in World War II, Thomas Rumana became Roe’s personal attorney for his construction business.

In 1991, Rumana went

on to earn his Juris Doctorate from New York Law School, and worked as an attorney with the firm of Hunziker, Jones and Sweeney specializing in real estate and wills.

As his interest to serve at the political level sparked, Rumana was elected in 1993 to the Wayne Township Council, serving until 1996, when he was appointed to the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders until 2000.

In 2001 he was elected mayor of Wayne Township, reelected again in 2005 serving until 2007. While mayor, Rumana played a role in many town improvements such as the building of a new updated community pool with a heater, two different slides and a bubble bench for seniors; first artificial turf field; and speed humps and speed boards to

control and reduce speeding on roadways.

He then spent nine years in the state legislature serving as a member of the NJ General Assembly from Jan. 2008 until Oct. 2016.

One of his greatest accomplishments in the legislature was his serving on the redtape review commission in which he was involved in streamlining regulations in the state to make them more business friendly and accommodating.

With two dozen years as an elected official, Rumana has many noteworthy accomplishments such as his leadership in trying to solve the flooding problem at the Passaic River Basin; his fighting for road projects to benefit the region while serving on the transportation committee; and his role in getting a fly-over ramp installed at the busy inter-

change at routes 80 and 23.

During his speech, 52year old Rumana thanked Gov. Christie for having faith and trust in him with appointment to serve as a judge. He said he worked with the governor for almost seven years and have been friends for more than 20 years.

Christie did not attend the swearing in but other dignitaries including Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno and Assembly Republican leader Jon Bramnick were present.

In addition to his dad and son, Rumana’s wife Laura attended along with his mother, Marilyn. He was quite thankful to family, friends and peers for all their support over the years.

He thanked Laura and Tommy for “the best hugs; always making me smile no matter how challenging the

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day may have been.”

He said everyone in the Passaic County Courthouse, “from all of the judges to support staff to sheriff’s officers right across to our maintenance staff,-have made this transition so easy; such a warm reception; feel like I’m home.

“The last 23 or so years have been a fascinating journey,” he said after his swearing in. “I have had the good fortune to live out my passion for serving the public in various elected capacities and to fight for the causes that I deeply care about.

As I close that chapter of my life for now, I have been blessed with equal good fortune to have the opportunity of serving the people in a most distinguished way as a superior court judge. And although I could intellectualize what those duties and responsibilities are, I don’t

think I could have ever done “justice” to this position if it wasn’t for everyone here today.

“In one way or another, big or small, each of you has impacted my life and shaped or molded me into the person I am,” he continued. “Whether we shared a great deal of time together, or simply had a conversation while passing on the street, you have made me into a more compassionate person; someone who strives to always be balanced and fair at looking openly at both sides of an issue. Those traits that you helped mold, and which are critical to correctly performing the role of a judge, will hopefully give me the wisdom and guidance to dispense justice in a most fair and impartial manner.”

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Kinnelon Library Hosts Upcoming Events

oin the Kinnelon Public Library for many great upcoming event for both adults and kids.

Hatha Yoga is set to be offered at 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. on Mondays starting March 20 to May 8. An entire week Yoga class taught by Donna Morello.

All levels are welcome.

Bring a mat. Cost for all eight classes is $55.

Plot Twists and Red Herrings, a Mystery Panel Discussion is set for Wed., March 22 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mystery Writers of America, New York Chapter members John Al-

tmann, Michael Ransom, Dennis Tafoya, and Sheila York will discuss how they keep readers guessing until the very end. Moderated

by Albert tucher. Light refreshments will be served.

A Scrapbook Crop is set for Sat., April 29 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bring all supplies and scraps. Cost is $15 and includes snack and lunch.

Join Tuesday Talkers Book Club. Meetings are scheduled for every third Tues. of each month at 1 p.m. in the first floor library. Come for a cup of coffee and chat about a dif-

ferent book each month.

Feeling crafty? Join the Kinnelon Library Knitting and Crocheting group.

Meetings are set for every second and last Wed. of each month at 7 p.m. in the upstairs meeting rooms.

Crafters of any level are welcome.

Bring the kids to the children’s department where there is always something going on. Visit the turtle tank, fish tank and hermit crab or explore the Science Corner.

Kinnelon Library also invites teens to read and learn with exciting events

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A new club, Girls Who Code, has now started at the library. This is a free after school activity offered to high school girls.

Have a teen into gaming? Bring them to Magic: The Gathering every Tuesday night scheduled from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Consistent Hard Work Pays Off For Kinnelon Boys’ Basketball Team

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By Josh Lashley he fact that the Kinnelon High School boys’ basketball program played so consistently good through the many challenges they faced during the regular season and earned a solid seed in

the rough and tumble NJSIAA North 1 Group Sectional Tourrnament bracket serves as a testimonial of the belief that the student-athletes on the roster have in one another as well as in their coaches.

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offs was not the only achievement for the Colts this winter. Besides winning several memorable individual games, Kinnelon’s hard work on a consistent basis culminated with a Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference Independence

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Division title. The Colts posted an overall record of 18-8 and they were 9-1 in the Independence Division.

Leading the way for the Colts throughout the year was a trio of team captains-Zach Nussbaum, Austin Tchikatilov and Drew Slyfield. Nussbaum and Tchikatilov are seniors and Slyfield is a junior.

“All three captains are extremely hard workers in practice, demonstrate leadership ability and are excellent role models to younger players,’’ Kinnelon head coach Matt Arroyo said.

Coach Arroyo mentioned some of the notable statistics that each of the three captains had accumulated at the conclusion of

the regular season.

“Drew Slyfield had started all 24 games as our point guard,’’ Arroyo said. “Austin Tchikatilov played all five positions on the floor an averaged 19 points, 10 rebounds and four assists a game. Zach Nussbaum had played in 23 games and provided energy and hustle at all times he is on the floor.’’

All three leaders found ways in which to become more complete basketball players on an individual level, while also finding ample time to encourage and inspire their teammates.

“These three-student athletes have demonstrated better chemistry on and off

the court since the start of practice in November,’’ Arroyo said. “They are all true team players and will sacrifice for the betterment of the team. All three students encourage their teammates to do well, support them and lead by example.’’

There were several contributors to Kinnelon’s success this season and coach Arroyo mentioned a few of those student-athletes.

“Bobby Lewitt averaged 13 points per game and had hit over 60 three point shots this season,’’ Arroyo said.

“Matt Stewart averaged 10 points per game and had close to 900 career points.

Dylan Cathcart averaged seven points per game and continued on page 6

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Acorn Hall Exhibit Pays Tribute To Morris County WWI Contributions

By: J.L. Shively new exhibit featured throughout Acorn Hall opened on Sun., Feb. 19 in recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the United States entry into World War I which took place on April 6, 1917.

The exhibit is entitled “1917: World War, Women’s Rights, and Weaponry Sciences,” and will be on display at the Morris County Historical Society’s Headquarters, the historic Acorn Hall until June.

“We wanted to incorporate as many aspects of what was going on in 1917 as possible,” said Nicole Rizzuto, curator of Exhibits and Research with MCHS. There was much more going on than just the war in that year.

“The year was the impetus of decision,” Rizzuto states, while elaborating on the fact that U.S. entrance into the war sparked many other movements which had already been smoldering.

The inspiration behind the exhibit therefore is not only the war but focuses on local women’s rights movements and Morris County contributions to weaponry sciences which helped aide the U.S. in strategic movements of the war.

According to a press release “the exhibit honors the men and women who gave

their lives during the war, highlights the culture clash of women seeking recognition as equals and the right to vote, and features the tremendous advances in weaponry science credited to the work of men and women at Picatinny Arsenal and throughout Morris County.”

Alison Turnbull Hopkins is a local suffragette who is featured at Acorn Hall at this time. Hopkins was an outspoken woman imprisoned for picketing at the White House for a woman’s rights.

Another woman who is featured at the exhibit for different heroics includes Amabel Scharss Roberts who was the first U.S. nurse to die overseas during WWI. Roberts was a nurse from Madison.

Along with other period appropriate clothing the exhibit features artifacts from WWI throughout every room of Acorn Hall.

A WWI uniform is on display including camp material on loan from the Butler Museum and Historical Committee. A pop tent is featured along with a medical bag from the MCHS collection.

The idea behind the exhibit with a mixture of war artifacts intermixed with everyday items is meant to show “how different things affected different aspects of

people’s lives,” states Rizzuto.

To showcase Morris County’s contribution to the war effort when it came to weaponry Acorn Hall has dedicated space to Hudson Maxim, who worked on smokeless gunpowder and other technology advances the country needed to win WWI. There is also a photo of Dr. Guy Otis Brewster, whose Brewster-Heller Armor was a first attempt at making bullet proof vests.

The photo shows Brewster demonstrating at Picatinny Arsenal.

“I’m really excited about it [the exhibit],” states Rizzuto, who has done extensive research on these subjects. She goes on to explain that this exhibit, “shows how much Morris County impacted the rest of the world.” Rizzuto explains how easy it is for locals to forget just how much local history can impact the world.

The exhibit can be viewed while Acorn Hall is open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Group tours of eight or more can be arranged by reservation.

Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for seniors $3 for students and free for children under the age of 12 and for

Kinnelon Boys’ Basketball Team... continued from page 5 seven rebounds.’’

The Colts, seeded seventh in the North 1 Group 2 Sectional Tournament, upended 10th seed Vernon, 73-55, in the opening round. In the quarterfinals,

Kinnelon lost to No. 2 seed Hawthorne.

“The team won the NJAC Independence Conference title this season,’’ Arroyo said. “This is the first division champion-

ship since 2001. Our regular season record was 17-7 and we were also a Morris County quarterfinalist.’’

All statistics listed were from contests played prior to the game versus Vernon.

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Many veterinarians recognize the high cost of pet care and will be willing to work with customers in regard to payments. It is worth talking to the vet to see if a payment plan or alternative appointments can be made to ensure the health of the pet. Vets may be able to suggest over-thecounter medications or certain foods instead of more expensive prescriptions.

It’s important to note that diagnosing pet ailments on your own is ill-advised. Certain symptoms may seem to indicate one condition but could actually be something more serious. Pet owners should always confer with a veterinarian if a pet is acting out-of-sorts and not rely entirely on homespun advice. The sooner a vet is seen, the more quickly the pet can get on the road to recovery. continued on next page

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ometimes the tax deadline arrives and you are simply not ready to file. But, if you choose to file for an extension, don’t make the mistake of not paying. Filing for an extension gives you more time to file, not more time to pay. If you owe taxes, they are due on the regular filing deadline.

Now that you know the IRS still expects payment

for taxes owed by the regular filing deadline, you may be wondering if you have a good reason to file for an extension. The IRS doesn’t actually require a valid reason. But some of the more common reasons taxpayers file for an extension include: Missing or incorrect information. You cannot file your tax return without certain forms. Often taxpayers

find they are waiting on LLC business tax forms, like a Schedule K-1. It’s also possible that you have a W-2 or a 1099 with errors. If you have to wait for a corrected form, you might not make the tax filing due date and need an extension.

Self-employment retirement contributions. Taking advantage of a tax filing extension allows you more time to fund a SEP IRA,

Preventative Care Important...

continued on page 8 Veterinarians provide important services to maintain the health of a vast array of pets. Although there may be inclinations to cut down on vet visits if a companion animal seems well, it is best to keep up with routine care to head

off potentially costly treatment and keep the animal healthy and comfortable.

Dr. Matthew Krupnick is the owner of the Pequannock Animal Hospital. He grew up in Kinnelon and is happy to be home – with his wife, three cats, and

two dogs – to provide quality and compassionate care for pets in the community.

The Pequannock Animal Hospital is located at 591 Newark Pompton Turnpike in Pompton Plains. You can reach the hospital by calling 973-616-0400.

Solo 401(k), and SIMPLE plan. Be aware, however, that this does not apply to Traditional or Roth IRAs. IRAs must be funded by April 18.

Natural disasters. If you live in an area affected by a natural disaster, the IRS will allow a filing extension. Check IRS.gov to find out if your area has been granted an extension.

Military members serving overseas. Taxpayers who are serving outside the U.S. can file an extension, but they must still pay taxes due by the filing deadline.

Taxpayers who are serving in a combat zone can defer filing income tax returns and paying taxes up to 180 days after the end of their service in the zone.

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“All I Need Is $5,000,000 And I’m Outta Here!”

es, that was my goal when I officially started on my career path in 1981; I believed if I could accumulate $5 Million and put it in the bank at an 8% rate of return, the $400,000 in annual interest would be able to support me for the rest of my life. At that time in 1981, less than 4% of the American public earned over $50,000 annually, so $400,000 a year was a bit lofty and ambitious financial goal!

I also understood that by the time it took me to accumulate the $5,000,000, due to inflation, I would probably need $100,000 a year to feel the same sense of security that $50,000 provided America’s top 4% of 1981 income earners, still leaving me a margin of error of $300,000 in surplus. I was turning 20 years old and felt that by the age of my retirement, I could make it with $5,000,000.00 in portfolio value. The other part of my ambitious goal was to set my retirement age to 35! Rather optimistic for sure, but, heck, I was just 20! In 1996 at the age of 35, I needed to reset my goal to the advanced age of 40; I worked, saved, in-

By Mark E. Charnet

vested and invested, saved and worked. I monitored, made adjustments and mortgaged my way down the road toward financial independence. In 1998, my wife and I purchased a dilapidated mansion in Wayne for $675,000 and invested more than $3,000,000 in repairs and improvements, anticipating an appreciation rate of 4% annually on such a magnificent property and homestead to raise our family. Today, just over 18 years later, if my assumption were to have been correct, the house would be worth $7.5 million and mortgage-free too! The property taxes certainly appreciated over those 18 years, from $19,000 to the current annual tax of $63,000! One, therefore, would assume that the property value should have risen similarly. The property taxes increased by a compounded average annual rate of 6.89% and I was hoping for an annual increase of only 4% on the house over the same period of time. My personal calculations and research tell me that my Wayne, NJ home has actually DEPRECIATED by 2.12% per year over the

last 18 years! So simultaneous to my property taxes increasing to $63,000, I was losing millions of dollars in property value, punching a substantial hole in my retirement plan of being financially independent, selling the house and having a cash nest egg of $5,000,000 to open an 8% bank CD with to retire.

The other problem, if you haven’t noticed yet, is that CD rates are no longer at 8%, more like point 8% today. So, a $5,000,000 deposit at .8% would yield an annual income of $40,000 not $400,000! Looks like plan “A” may be in need of a plan “B”, which, would either be to retire now and learn to live on less, work longer to postpone retirement as long as possible or plan “C” a little bit of both.

Lesson learned is that even the best of plans may be in need or revision, compromise or abandonment. In my case, there were multiple retirement plansrunning simultaneously that I refer to as “JIC” plans.

My personal residence retirement plan was compromised somewhat, but, there were other arrows in my quiver, I’m happy to report. “JIC” is an acronym for Just in Case! To-

day, I am 55, my youngest of 4 children is age 16. My wife of 30 years is happy with our multi-faceted retirement plans in that we were financially able to retire more than 15 years ago, yet not emotionally ready. I constantly remind her of my desire to relocate to Florida and she reminds me that we are too young to retire to Florida.

Like a George and Gracie routine, I respond with who said anything about retire, I said relocate. She responds, to me Florida equates to retirement and I’m a Jersey girl and far too young. I say, what does age have to do with it? And the banter continues. Nice to know though, we can absorb the multi-million dollar loss on the house and semi-retire in New Jersey or Florida alike, but she is right about one thing, we are both too young to retire full-time.

I’d like to take a retirement test drive first, but not for a few years I told her. She replied that that idea was a great one. So I replied, I’d like to take the test drive in Florida…..And so the banter begins again.

Readers, are you prepared for retirement? Did you make goals and plans,

save and invest, monitor and make adjustments as needed? Did you prepare alternative plans “B” and “C” and “JIC” too? If interested to know how to be better prepared, I’ll tell you what good “JIC” plans are, so you too can enjoy a comfortable, financially stress-free retirement.

Some “JIC” plans may be initiated in your 20’s 30’s or 40’s and others can be initiated in your 50’s 60’s and 70’s. Education is the key and that’s why I write this column biweekly in your USPS delivered Home Town News. I cannot call you to schedule a no cost and no obligation appointment, that’s your first step to take. But, I can promise to do my best in sharing with you what in my opinion will be in your Best Interest moving forward if you decide to do that. The least you will accomplish is to put a face and a voice to this column.

Looking forward to engaging in a financially rewarding conversation for you and your family, I invite you to call me 24/7.

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years of experience in the Retirement and Legacy Planning fields. Creator of the Trinity Method of Investing©, Mark encourages your inquiries and can be reached at: 973831-4424 or via email, markcharnet@1APG.com Check out our website: www.1APG.com Interested in a career in retirement and estate planning? Check out this website: www.

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he Butler Library has many upcoming adult and family programs lined up.

All of the Adult Programs are open to those who are at least 18 years of age, unless noted. Because space is limited to generally 25 seats or less, preregistration is required. Reserve a seat by visiting the library or

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Tuesday Afternoon Movie “The Light Between Oceans,” Tues., March 28, 2 p.m.

Join in the last Tuesday afternoon of the month to see movies missed at the theatre or ones to sdee again. This free program is limited to 25 participants ages 18 and over.

Friends Tea at High SocieTea - Tea House in Wayne, Sun., April 30, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Friends of the Butler Public Library Fundraising Event.

Sign-ups are required along with a $40 fee, paid in cash in advance to attend which includes High Tea and a donation to the li-

Butler Library Offers Testing Reference Center

utler Library Patrons are invited to use TERC, an acronym for the Testing & Education Reference Center for Online Education and Career Preparation Testing.

It is an online database of materials to help prepare for a variety of tests. Some of the available tests and courses range from AP Biology, High School Admis-

sion Testing, College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DSST, College Entrance Exams such as ACT, PSAT, SAT, as well as Military Entrance Exams, Academic Skills Improvement, Career, Civil Service & Licensure in Cosmetology, Law Enforcement and Social Work among others, as well as Graduate Entrance Exams including

GRE and LSAT, TOEFL Exams and U. S. Citizenship Exam. The TERC can be accessed from the Butler Library Website: www.butlerlibrary.org under E-Resources, the password is the barcode number on the back of library card.

TERC is provided via funding from Butler Public Schools and the Friends of the Butler Public Library.

brary. Additional donations are being accepted to the Friends of the Butler Library fund to supplement library programs and services for all patrons. Stop by the Circulation Desk to sign up and pay by cash in a sealed envelope with name, phone number and “Friends Tea” on it, by Fri., April 21.

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The Knitting & Crocheting Circle- first and third Tuesday of every month, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Come join us, from beginners to experienced, all are welcome to come so-

cialize, share their projects or learn new knitting or crocheting skills from one another. Group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Sign-ups are not required for this event.

Family Movie Night, “Trolls,” Fri., March 31, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., a new release animated film. Come watch the movie on the new 70” Flat Screen TV, purchased by The Friends of the Butler Public Library.

Program is open to all ages.

Parents must stay with children under age 10.

Maker’s Day, Sat., March 25, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Events include 3-D Printing Demonstration, Ceramic Class, Snap Circuits Station, Soldering Class, Creation Station, Lego Card Station, Arts and Crafts for Adults. Check with the library for times.

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For more than 30 years, the Friends group has helped raise funds to improve and upgrade the library. In 2015, donations covered the cost of Museum Pass Program and gave donations to purchase the AWE AfterSchoolEdge educational games computer station. Please consider donating to the Friends. For more info on how to donate, go to: http://www.ButlerLibrary.org/Friends-of-the-Library/.

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Public Safety Youth Academy Accepting Enrollment

t’s only February, but enrollment for this summer’s highly competitive 2017 Morris County Public Safety Youth Academy has opened, with limited space available for the intensive week-long course for young Morris County women and men, entering grades nine-12 in the fall of 2017.

The fifth-annual, weeklong academy is set for July 31-Aug. 4 at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy in Parsippany.

It is run by the Morris County Department of Law & Public Safety/Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with the Morris County Sheriff’s Office and Morris County Park Police, and funded by

the Morris County Board of Freeholders.

The academy offers a five-day program open to all Morris County students. It is completely free of charge to the cadets and their families.

The academy is a uniquely designed program which provides high school students exposure to and a better understanding of the various facets within the field of public safety. This program has been designed to target Morris County’s young adults at a time when they are making decisions regarding their future education and careers.

“They are in the process of making educational and life commitments that could potentially impact

their careers, their character, and their communities,” said Morris County Freeholder Director Doug Cabana. “We want to give them a chance to see if public safety might be a way for them to go.’’

Morris County Freeholder Tom Mastrangelo, who is the county governing board’s liaison to the Department of Law and Public Safety, said “This is an investment in the youth of our county, and a chance to interest some of the brightest young people who live in Morris County to consider being future leaders in our vitally important public safety team.

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hen the scent of fresh blooms begins to fill the air, it’s a sure sign that spring has sprung. It’s the perfect time of year to gather loved ones for a leisurely meal, then linger over dessert as you enjoy this season of refreshment.

No dessert menu is complete without an array of treats, and these creamy, homemade Blueberry Key Lime Cheesecake Bars are the perfect way to put a sweet finishing touch on your celebrations. Or go for a crowd pleaser with this Cherry Cheese-

Sweet Spring Desserts cake Lush Dessert and its smooth, velvety texture and plump, juicy cherries.

The secret ingredient in each of these desserts is Lucky Leaf Fruit Fillings, which are GMO-free and contain plenty of fruit – and no high-fructose corn syrup – for exceptional tasting desserts every time.

With popular flavors like apple, blueberry, cherry and strawberry, you have plenty of convenient, versatile ways to dress up desserts.

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Blueberry Key Lime Cheesecake Bars Recipe courtesy of Inside BruCrew Life blog Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Servings: 24 Nonstick cooking spray 30 vanilla cream-filled cookies 1/4 cup butter, melted 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup sour cream 1/3 cup key lime juice 1 tablespoon key lime zest 1/4 cup flour 3 eggs green gel food coloring

(optional) 1 can (21 ounces) Lucky Leaf Blueberry Pie Filling, divided 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed key lime slices (optional) Place baking sheet on bottom rack of oven. Fill halfway with water. Heat oven to 325 F. Line 9-by13-inch pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray.

Using food processor, pulse cookies until crumbly. Stir together crumbs and butter. Press evenly into bottom of prepared pan. continued on next page

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Spring Desserts... crust.

Place pan on oven rack above tray of water. Bake 45-48 minutes. Remove immediately and place on wire rack for 1 hour then place in refrigerator until completely chilled.

Cut into 24 squares and serve with whipped topping, remaining pie filling and key lime wedges.

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Beat cream cheese until creamy. Add sugar and sour cream, and beat again until smooth. Add key lime juice, zest and flour, and beat until mixed thoroughly. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat gently after each.

Add green food coloring to cheesecake mixture, if desired.

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1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs 1 cup finely chopped pecans 1 cup butter, melted 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 16 ounces whipped topping, divided 2 small boxes cheesecake-flavored pudding 3 cups milk 1 can (21 ounces) Lucky Leaf Cherry Pie Filling 1/2 cup. chopped pecans Heat oven to 350 F. In medium mixing bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, finely chopped pecans and butter.

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Students Step Into Reading On The Right Foot At Riverdale

By Cheryl Conway Read across Riverdale” would be a good fit to describe the recent program shared throughout the community.

Organized by Riverdale School, all the students in the one-school district in grades pre-kindergarten through eighth celebrated the love of reading the week of Feb. 27 through March 3 during Read Across America. Participating for the past seven years, the school’s Media Specialist Stefanie Goss-Batory coordinated the week-long activities.

The 343 students, ages three to 13, were not alone in their reading adventure as guests from throughout the community were invited to take part.

“This week of events brings staff, students, and our members of our town together,” says Riverdale School Principal Sean Bowe. “We all participate in the scheduled daily activities and celebrate the love of reading as community.”

On Friday, guest readers from various parts of the community were invited

into the Riverdale School to read to students in grades pre-K through five. The list included former teachers, a Riverdale EMT, representatives from the Riverdale Public Library, Riverdale Police Department, Riverdale residents and family members of current staff, said Bowe.

Votes were taken during the week to determine which Dr. Seuss books were kids’ favorites. A ‘Dr. Seuss Wall of Books’ was displayed in the school’s library hallway. To show which Dr. Seuss books were their favorites at Riverdale, students were asked to wear different themed clothing throughout the week.

On Monday, students kicked off their week by showing off their favorite footwear and read “The Foot Book.”

Tuesday was ‘Wear A Hat Today’ to honor two Dr. Seuss classics, “The Cat in the Hat” and “The Five Hundred Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins.”

‘Inside Out And Backwards Wednesday’ was the theme midweek in which students were asked to

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On Thursday, yellow was popular with the ‘Yellow Rules The School’ with students asked to wear yellow today in honor of two Dr. Seuss books, “The Lorax” and “The Sneeches.”

For the finale, ‘Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Wear Stripes,’ was Friday’s theme in which everyone celebrated “The Cat in the Hat” and wore stripes. To celebrate the 113th birthday of Dr. Seuss, special guest readers were invited into the Riverdale School to read Dr. Seuss stories to the students.

Read Across America is a nation-wide celebration that encourages a love of reading and celebrates the March 2 birthday of Dr. Seuss.

Like Riverdale School, many school districts are fans of the Read Across America initiative.

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Bowe says “The events surrounding Read Across America reminds students the importance of reading and highlights how much fun it can be. Students also learn about the unique con-

tribution Dr. Seuss made to children’s books and continues to impact children of all ages.”

Students at Riverdale School are encouraged throughout the year to read through other initiatives.

“Our library theme this year, “Today a reader, to-

morrow a leader” emphasizes Riverdale’s commitment to reading. Every week, classes keep track of all the read-aloud books shared together and will celebrate at the end of the year with a contest and a “Love Your Library” day.”

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Sights, Sounds And Symbols Of St. Patrick’s Day

any people consider St. Patrick’s Day their favorite holiday. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations tend to be short on formality, long on fun and synonymous with various sights, sounds and symbols that make the holiday so special.

Shamrock In ancient Ireland, the shamrock symbolized rebirth, particularly the rebirth of warmer weather. But the shamrock also has more specific ties to St. Patrick, and remains one of the most recognizable symbols associated with his feast day.

Historians believe that, on his return to Ireland (a native of Great Britain, St. Patrick was first taken to Ireland after being kidnapped by pirates, later returning as a Christian missionary

after his release), St. Patrick used the shamrock to teach the natives about the Holy Trinity. In fact, an image of St. Patrick holding a shamrock first appeared on coins in 1675. The shamrock’s status as a symbol would continue to evolve when it became a figure of Irish patriotism during the Irish Rebellion of 1798. In 2003, the shamrock was registered as an international trademark by the Irish government.

Irish Seisiún St. Patrick’s Day celebrants who are not of Irish descent and/or those who have never visited Ireland may not know it, but the live music they may hear when entering a pub on St. Patrick’s Day is an integral part of the fabric of Irish culture.

An Irish Seisiún typically finds a group of musicians

gathered in a pub to play traditional Irish music, oftentimes while seated at a table among their audience.

While many pubs reserve stage areas for their musicians on St. Patrick’s Day, the spirit of seisiún is still present, as musicians often interact with the audience.

The Tricolour Many establishments display the familiar Irish tricolour flag on St. Patrick’s Day, and paradegoers may even wave miniature versions of this significant symbol in support of those marching. This instantly recognizable flag has a rich history. Equal parts green, white and orange, the flag was designed to foster peace in the country that had experienced considerable turmoil due to the divide between the coun-

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try’s Protestant and Catholic residents. The green in the flag represents the Irish Catholics, while the orange represents the Irish Protestants. The white is a symbol of hope for peace between the two factions. Though Ireland established the tricolour as its national flag in 1921, it first appeared much earlier when Irish national Thomas Francis Meagher unfurled it in 1848.

Green The color green is everywhere come St. Patrick’s Day, but celebrants may be surprised to learn that blue is the color that was once most affiliated with St. Patrick himself. Numerous

paintings depict St. Patrick wearing blue vestments.

But green is the color now most instantly associated with Ireland, which is widely referred to as the “Emerald Isle.” Ireland’s lush countryside and rolling

green hills attract millions of visitors each year. The color green can be found just about everywhere on St. Patrick’s Day, even if Patrick himself was partial to blue.

Local History Symposium To Focus On New Jersey Canals

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he Canal Society of New Jersey and the Morris County Heritage Commission plans to jointly present their second annual New Jersey Canals and Local History Symposium on Sat., March 25, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The symposium, which is open to the public, takes place at the Haggerty Education Center at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Township. As space is limited, advance registration is suggested. Checks for the $15 registration fee, payable to CSNJ and with “symposium” on the memo line, should be mailed to Canal Society of New Jersey, P.O. Box 737, Morristown, N.J. 07963. Registrants should include their name, e-mail address, phone number, and historical society or educational affiliation.

The daylong symposium will feature local experts discussing a wide range of

history and preservation topics. Attendees will follow a canal boat’s surprising journey from the Morris Canal to a spot beneath a New Jersey home and finally to Waterloo Village.

Speakers include Rick Giles on the Morris Canal’s role in the coal industry, Joyce Kanigel on the Atno family of Shippenport and Rockaway, and Joe Macasek on the partnership between the Delaware & Raritan Canal and the Camden & Amboy Railroad. John Manna will review plans to complete the restoration of Lock 2 East. Andrea Proctor will discuss the latest happenings at Waterloo Village in Sussex County; and Rich Rockwell, the Morris Canal’s transformation from transit system to urban greenway in Bloomfield.

Various canal artifacts will be on display and attendees can view a video of a functioning inclined plane.

Participants will take home a complimentary packet of materials containing useful information for history buffs, study resources for students, and lesson plans for teachers. The Canal Society will offer a wide selection of local history books at its sales table. Morning coffee and lunch are also included.

Additional information is available by contacting 973-292-2755 or macgraphics1@verizon.net.

The Canal Society of New Jersey is a non-profit organization formed in 1969 to foster the study of the history of New Jersey’s Morris and Delaware & Raritan towpath canals; preserve and restore canal remains and artifacts; and educate the public. Members have opportunities to visit canals and other historic sites. More information is available at http://canalsocietynj.org.

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aster is one of the most important days of the year for Christians. Easter Sunday is filled with symbolism and tradition, some of which harken back to early Christianity, while others trace their origins to paganism.

The Easter Bunny and Easter eggs are two Easter traditions with less extensive histories. The Easter Bunny, according to sources including History.com, first arrived in America in the 1700s via German settlers who brought with them their tradition of an egg-laying hare called “Osterhase.” Children would make nests where the rabbit could lay its colored eggs.

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Eggs are symbolic of new life and rebirth in many cultures. To Christians, eggs represent the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Another theory suggests that Christians were once forbidden to eat during the Lenten season preceding Easter. Therefore, Christians would paint and decorate eggs for Easter to mark the joyous celebration and cessation of penance and fasting.

Even though these traditions have endured, Easter eggs themselves might not be so strong. This year, Easter celebrants may want to experiment with different materials that are more forgiving and more enduring than standard eggs.

Wooden eggs Families may find that wooden eggs are much more forgiving than standard eggs. Wooden eggs don’t have to be boiled, and they don’t need time to harden, and they’re quite maneuverable for young fingers.

Decorators can explore different ways to color wooden eggs. Acrylic paints are readily available and safe for users of any age. Wood stains or wood markers also can be used to give the eggs a natural finish. Others may want to rip small pieces of decorative paper to create a decoupage effect on their wooden eggs.

Sew soft eggs Those who are handy with a needle and thread

can explore patterns for making soft, stuffed eggs.

Cozy fleece or other fabrics can be sewn together to make the general egg shape. Then the egg is filled with polyester filling, feathers or another soft material. Ribbons, buttons, trims, and other decorative touches can personalize the eggs and add a touch of whimsy. Check out www. sew4home.com for their ideas on handmade Easter eggs.

Modeling clay Children who love to get their hands dirty may enjoy making Easter eggs out of modeling materials.

Colors can be blended together to create a marbleized effect. Depending on the clay medium, the eggs may air-harden or may

Experiment with different egg materials to make Easter eggs easier to handle and more durable.

need to be heated at a low temperature in the oven to fully cure.

Easter eggs are a fun tradition that adds to the

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Make Memories This Summer On Nearby Lake Hopatcong

or more than six decades, the Garden State Yacht Club, a member owned- and operated- club, in Hopatcong has offered swimming, boating, tennis, dining, dancing and more. While some members live on the Lake, the vast majority of members come from nearby towns in Essex, Morris, Sussex counties.

Located on the west shore of beautiful Lake Hopatcong, the GSYC is a private club for all ages, offering a range of outdoor and social activities for family and single members with Equity and Associate Memberships. While the club has many events throughout the year, it offers a complete schedule of daily activities during the summer season, from Memorial Day to La-

bor Day. Whatever outdoor interests, from tennis, boating such as power, sail, or kayaking, swimming, card games, and shuffleboard with the kids, or just relaxing, the Garden State Yacht Club has activities for everyone. In season, the heated pool is open daily.

No need to own a boat to be a member of the Club.

Members with boats are more than happy to take members out on the lake.

The marina hours are unlimited, with ample lighting for evening boating. A convenient tram transports from the rear of the clubhouse to lakeside. The men’s and women’s locker rooms, with showers and well-appointed dressing areas, make it easy to spend the entire day and evening at the club.

Children of all ages are permitted in the pool, which has a special, ropedoff toddler’s area, with easy step access and shallow depth. Even infants not yet toilet-trained are permitted, provided that they wear “waterproof” diapers.

There is also a playground with swings and climbing apparatus.

Equity Members enjoy the complete complement of club events and facilities, taking full advantage of the club’s recreational and social activities. These include the redecorated clubhouse, heated swimming pool, tennis courts, children’s playground and dock space for 55 boats. Social activities include dinner and dancing, parties, deck dining, entertainment, lectures, and trips, and other events throughout

the year. In addition to the New Year’s Eve party, they enjoy Super Bowl Sunday, a Valentine’s Dance, Halloween Party, and Theater Parties, cabarets, and comedy nights, to name a few.

Associate Membership, a value-priced alternative for non-owners, offers a more limited array of activities.

These members are entitled to the use of the pool, locker rooms, tennis courts, playground and optional dock slips, weekend poolside food service and Sunday musical entertainment.

Summer weekends for Equity Members begin with Friday night entertainment that varies from jazz concerts to wine tastings. Saturday nights are the time for dining, dancing, theme parties, and entertainment.

Sunday afternoons are a time for live music and bar service at the pool. Holiday weekends are capped off with a fully catered picnic and barbeque. Associate members join in on the poolside fun throughout the summer.

In season, activities for Equity Members are scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Every Tuesday afternoon, the La-

dies’ Club has luncheons with a variety of programs, ranging from cards to book reviews.

Additionally, lunch, dinner, and cocktails on the clubhouse deck, with its breath-taking, elevated views of Lake Hopatcong, are reserved for Equity Members and their guests.

Tour the club at an open house on Sun., April 2, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. RSVP at 973398-0022, or gsyc.org.

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Why Dental Hygiene Is Essential For Overall Health

he health of teeth and gums can impact other parts of the body.

The importance of maintaining clean teeth and healthy gums goes beyond having fresh breath and a white smile. Many people are surprised to discover that oral hygiene plays an integral role in overall health.

Research indicates that oral health mirrors the condition of the body as a whole. Also, regular dental visits can alert dentists about overall health and pinpoint if a person is at a risk for chronic disease. An oral health check-up also may be the first indication of a potential health issue not yet evident to a general medical doctor.

Heart disease According to the Academy of General Dentistry, there is a distinct relationship between periodontal disease and conditions such as heart disease and stroke.

Joint teams at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom and the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland, found that people with bleeding gums from poor dental hygiene could have an increased risk of heart disease. Bacteria from the mouth is able to enter the bloodstream when bleeding gums are present.

That bacteria can stick to platelets and subsequently form blood clots. This interrupts the flow of blood to the heart and may trigger a heart attack. Brushing and flossing twice daily and rinsing with mouthwash can remove bacteria and keep gums healthy.

Facial pain The Office of the Surgeon General says infections of the gums that sup-

The health of teeth and gums can impact other parts of the body.

port the teeth can lead to facial and oral pain. Gingivitis, which is an early stage of gum disease, as well as advanced gum disease, affects more than 75 percent of the American population.

Dental decay can lead to its own share of pain. Maintaining a healthy mouth can fend off decay and infections, thereby preventing pain.

Pancreatic cancer In 2007, the Harvard School of Public Health reported a link between gum disease and pancreatic cancer. In the ongoing study, 51,000 men were followed and data was collected beginning in 1986. The Harvard researchers found that men with a history of gum disease had a 64 percent increased risk of pancreatic cancer compared with men who had never had gum disease. The greatest risk for pancreatic cancer among this group was in men with recent tooth loss. However, the study was unable to find links between other types of oral health problems, such as tooth decay, and pancreatic cancer.

Alzheimer’s disease Various health ailments, including poor oral health,

have been linked to a greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In 2010, after reviewing 20 years’ worth of data, researchers from New York University concluded that there is a link between gum inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease.

Follow-up studies from researchers at the University of Central Lancashire in the United Kingdom compared brain samples from 10 living patients with Alzheimer’s to samples from 10 people who did not have the disease. Data indicated that a bacterium - Porphyromonas gingivalis - was present in the Alzheimer’s brain samples but not in the samples from the brains of people who did not have Alzheimer’s. P. gingivalis is usually associated with chronic gum disease. As a result of the study, experts think that the bacteria can move via nerves in the roots of teeth that connect directly with the brain or through bleeding gums.

These health conditions are just a sampling of the relationship between oral health and overall health.

Additional connections also have been made and continue to be studied.

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New Jersey Attorney General Hands Down Opinion On Long Debated Dry Needling By Physical Therapists

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n Feb. 9, the New Jersey Attorney General ruled that under the current statue, physical therapists are not authorized to engage in the practice of intramuscular stimulation or dry needling.

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The issue first arose 2006, when a licensed physical therapist sought the Physical Therapy Board’s opinion as to whether intramuscular stimulation fell within their realm of treatment. At that time, the Board indicated that

physical therapy excludes invasive procedures. In 2009, the topic arose again, and this time, despite the absence of any legislative change, the Board indicated that nothing in the rules and regulations prohibited licensed physical therapists from dry needling, if they had proper training. This misinterpretation of the scope of practice prompt-

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According to the New Jersey Acupuncture Practice Act the unlicensed practice of acupuncture is a crime in the third degree. To ensure the safety of patients and the proper training and licensing of professionals, the New Jersey Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NJAAOM) fought tirelessly for the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs to provide guidance on the topic, eventually seeking the Attorney General’s ruling on the matter.

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SOS Invites Community To New Thrift Store Open House

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to make a donation to enable SOS to open a second thrift store towards the goal of becoming economically independent.

After much searching, hard work and struggle, SOS is proud to announce that on Sat., April 15, at noon, an open house with food, music, merriment and surprise awards is set to be held. The new store, Treasures Two is located at the corner of Main Street and Chestnut Avenue in Passaic.

The public is invited to join in and be part of this exciting event. All monies raised by the store will be used to set up households for families who are rebuilding their lives. The thrift store will also be able to provide affordable, high quality items to the community.

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Coppola Wins Top Agent Award For Realtors

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ealty Executives of Pompton Plains is pleased to announce Catherine “Cathy” Coppola as the top producing agent in its office for 2016. Coppola was recently awarded the Silver level of the 2016 NJ Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award. Annually, New Jersey Realtors recognizes its members who have demonstrated distinction in sales with the NJ Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award as well as the NJ Realtors Distinguished Sales Club Award.

The NJ Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award is considered one of the most prestigious honors awarded to realtors in the

JEFFERSON

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The Fairways-Bask in the charms of this very special 2BR/2BA TH. End Unit Cozy FP. Happy haven for a discerning buyer!

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KINNELON

$1,500,000

Reduced-Live admirably in this 6BR/6+BA cust home. A generous-sized home that suits all needs. Gifted touches everywhere MLS 1622872

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state.

“I am honored to receive this award and thank my wonderful clients who have helped me achieve it,” said Coppola. “It’s extremely gratifying to help my clients with the purchase or sale of their homes. They entrust in me to guide them through one of the most important financial decisions in their life and I do not take that lightly. I am committed and passionate about representing them with honesty and integrity.

I believe in meeting their needs and exceeding their expectations. The relationship I have with my clients is based upon trust, knowledge and expertise. They can be sure that I will go

JEFFERSON

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Discover the charm of this delightful 3BR/2+BA Bi-Level on a cul-de-sac Cozy FP. You will appreciate this sterling find.

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MAHWAH

$262,000

Hurry on down for this delightful condo.

Here is stylish sensibility linked to many comforts.1st Floor end unit MLS 3326505

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the extra mile to give them the best possible experience during the buying and selling process.”

As a full-time agent, she has been active in local real estate for 15 years and with her substantial experience, she brings strong contract negotiation, communication and customer service skills. Her career start was with Coldwell Banker before moving to Realty Executives. She credits the company’s outstanding reputation in the real estate industry, the sales tools, education, support, and incredible advertising capabilities and technological platforms as the keys to her success. Coppola also recognizes her exceptionally

KINNELON

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A serene ambiance enlivens this distinctive 3BR/2+BA Split Level. Cozy FP. Here is the very picture of ideal comfort! MLS 3338112

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The Grande-Settle with ease in this noteworthy 2BR/2BA condo. (Corner Unit).

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loyal clientele, personal referrals and repeat business as the foundation of her career.

As a lifetime Morris County resident, she is quite familiar with the area’s communities and can offer expert assistance to individuals considering a move into or out of the region. She services Morris and Passaic Counties, as well as, Bergen, Essex and Sussex.

Coppola resides in Pompton Plains with her husband and children and has been quite active in the community over the years.

She can be reached at 973-868-1412, or at CatherineCoppola@RealtyExecutives.com.

KINNELON

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4BR 4BA Cust home.-Kinnelon HS Ranks #3 in NJ Monthly Magazine. Easy Commute to NYC. Your own private Shangri La!! MLS 3332603

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ROCKAWAY

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GREEN POND LAKEFRONT...Prime location. Use for summer now while designing new home. Newer gar/septic/well Priv.

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KINNELON

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Delight in the distinctive design of this exquisite 5BR/3BA home. Space galore.

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Settle proudly in this comfortable 4BR/2BA Cape. A generous-sized home that suits all needs. Planned for livability! MLS 3366603

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KINNELON

$819,000

Capture marvelous comforts in this wonderful 5BR/3+BA residence. Space galore.

Cozy fireplace. Many lovely touches! MLS 3361996

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WEST MILFORD

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A sense of harmony fills this exceptional 5BR/3+BA Custom Col. Spacious styling.

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Century 21 Crest Real Estate Announces 13 Award Winners

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ENTURY 21 Crest Real Estate in Pompton Plains is pleased to announce that 13 of its agents have been named NJAR Circle of Excellence Award winners for 2016.

NJAR Circle of Excellence Award winners include Danielle Fiorina, Gold Level, $12 million in sales and 25 units minimum or 90 units. Silver Level recipients include Marie Episale, Tere Episale, Cath-

MARIA FERRITO

erine Lawton, Colleen McMahon and Nicole Ruggiero with $6.5 million in sales and 20 units minimum or 70 units sold. Agents Anthony Cheff, Livia Deak, Terri Gogolen, Suzanne Parisi, Regina Petry, Bren-

Professional Full Service Realtor

For The Current Market Value Of Your Home Call Maria at 973-986-6914 Townhome Specialist Relocation Agent

maria.ferrito@century21.com

CENTURY 21 agencies in the area," said Patricia R. Wojtyszyn, CENTURY 21 Crest Real Estate broker/ owner.

Servicing the Northern New Jersey area since 1981, CENTURY 21 Crest Real Estate, Inc. enjoys a fine reputation specializing in residential, commercial and rental properties. CENTURY 21 Crest Real Es-

tate, Inc. is an award-winning, full service real estate agency located at 142 Members of CENTURY 21 Crest Real Estate's award-winning sales team can be reached at (973) 686-1500.

CENTURY 21 Crest Real Estate is an independently owned and operated franchise affiliate of CENTURY 21 Real Estate.

Realtors Dedicate Day Towards Giving Back To Community

Wayne

I Can Help You Find Your Dream Home GEMINI LLC Realty 973-696-1111 x131 197 Berdan Ave., Wayne, NJ

da Puzio and John Tierney all received Bronze Level recognition, which consists of $2.5 million and 15 units minimum or 30 units sold.

"CENTURY 21 Crest Real Estate is proud of our agent’s accomplishments.

All 13 of these agents are an important part of our award-winning team and what makes this agency one of the top producing

$449,999

NJ Circle of Excellence 2002-2016 Consistent TOP PRODUCER in the WAYNE area.

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3BR, 2.5BA, FR with fireplace.

Also Avail for Rent $3,000/mo.

T

he NJ Realtors Association plans to hold its annual Realtors Care Day on April 26.. The event will consist of realtors and volunteers throughout New Jersey devoting a day to helping out in the community and lending a hand to homeowners in need.

The event is part of an initiative of the New Jersey Association of REALTORS Housing Opportunity Foundation and will be an all-day commitment

for volunteers who are passionate about making a change.

The day will entail volunteers to work on home repairs such as minor construction projects, site clean-up, gutter repair and replacement, landscaping, and painting. All volunteers will be informed of their tasks for the day prior to the event. They will be under the supervision of a site captain and a project manager to help them through the repairing pro-

cess.

Several Realtor organizations, including the Passaic County Board of Realtors (PCBOR), will be participating in the event, which is not limited to professionals only. Those who are interested in helping out can sign up at rcd.njrealtor.com. The deadline for volunteers is April 10.

Questions, contact the PCBOR office at 973-3051100 or call Anika Nahar at anika@pcbor.com.

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FAMILY TRAVEL EXPERT

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By: Pam Christiansen, Rainbow Travel

have always dreamed about going to Machu Picchu but it seemed so unreachable and difficult to get to. I thought between the high elevations, hiking, and camping, it would be too difficult but it would also be a wonderful and educational family adventure.

The history, culture, and cuisine would be so very different from rural northern New Jersey; we decided it was somewhere we had to go.

Nine of us were hoping to take this trip with ages ranging from 8-68 as well as a range of physical abil-

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ities. It would be quite a logistical puzzle to get around and see everything and still be affordable. We decided a loosely guided tour was best for us and then we can fill in any gaps. We chose a trip with Monograms. A tour like this would provide us with all our transportation, a local guide at each destination and our accommodations. Just like that all of our puzzle pieces were coming together and the trip was coming to fruition.

We took the trip in April. We knew the weather would be unpredictable so we packed many layers

and were prepared for it all.

Each child packed his or her own pack filled with snacks and entertainment for travel days. They were each given a scavenger hunt, and a fun “quiz” that would guide them through the entire trip so they stayed interested and hopefully absorbed the sites.

We spent warm days exploring all of Lima overlooking the Pacific traveling from one beautiful scenic area to another. We enjoyed Alpaca farms, historical sights, small farmers markets with everything from fresh fruit to roasted guinea

Did You Know?

f you think that the only way to exercise and burn calories involves gym equipment, think again.

Yard work can be just as challenging as a thorough aerobics workout at a nearby fitness club. To reap the greatest benefits, gardeners should use as little motor-

ized machinery as possible.

Manual tools will get you moving and can burn a substantial amount of calories.

Try to vary positions and alternate which hands you use to reduce strain and get an even workout. Fitness experts say that gardening can improve strength, in-

crease endurance and assist with flexibility. According to a report in the UK publication The Telegraph, clearing a pond or weeding can burn some 300 calories in an hour. Forty-five minutes worth of gardening can burn as many calories as 30 minutes of aerobics.

pigs on sticks and we even hit a cow with our van!

When we arrived at the high elevation in Cusco we were all prepared. We listened to all the suggested ways to avoid altitude sickness and were glad we did.

From Cusco we continued on to Aguas Calientes. An amazing little town built at the base of Machu Picchu.

The town was filled with people for one reason - to see Machu Picchu. All the hikers who took the long Inca trail come together with those of us who had the same dream to see Machu Picchu but not willing

or able to hike for 4 days to get there.

We woke up at sunrise to catch the very first bus up the mountain. The bus climbed the switchbacks as the sun was starting to rise and the clouds were now below us. It was unbelievable.

The view we had all seen in books was now in front of us. It was even more amazing than our imaginations.

We spent the morning taking it all in and exploring. We tried to capture this moment with many photos and deep breaths.

The trip back to Lima was a bit of a blur overshad-

owed by what we had just experienced. With our guide and all of our transportation taken care of for us we could sit back, review all our photos and share our favorite highlights with each other. I particularly loved looking at the kids cameras and seeing what they captured and hearing them tell stories of how their friends will be shocked they ate a guinea pig!

Time to start planning our next adventure!

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