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Weehawken Reporter NINE WEEKLY NEWSPAPERS SERVING HUDSON COUNTY • STORIES UPDATED CONTINUOUSLY AT WWW.HUDSONREPORTER.COM • A PUBLICATION OF THE HUDSON REPORTER
VOLUME 27, NUMBER 3 • SUNDAY, AUGUST 12, 2012
Come fly with me
UP, UP, AWAY! – Four-year-old Kelsea Nerich stumbled into Kite Night with mom Trista and brother Kyan. Fortunately fellow kite-fliers were in a sharing mood, as Kelsea seemed to have a lot to teach in the way of technique.
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Weehawken hosts third annual Kite Night
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MONKEYING AROUND WITH KITES – Breyanna Lopez, 15 months, enjoyed her first kite-flying experience during Weehawken Kite Night with her mother Any Lopez. Last year, she was in a carriage, but this year, she ventured out.
Keep jobs close to home
Unions press for local contracts on Weehawken development
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ocal residents flocked to the Weehawken Waterfront Complex in front of a stunning Manhattan skyline to fly kites Monday night. It was the eve after a storm that would have had Benjamin Franklin envious, but didn’t discourage the new record turnout. Children young and old brought kites big and small, beautiful, and downright odd. The intermittent breezes caught and dropped the levitating amalgams of hollow sticks and colorful fabrics with a 2,800 year old history of flight.
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UP AND COMING – Weehawken is seeing a development boom and local unions want a piece of the action.
By Al Sullivan
Reporter staff writer
In its third year, Weehawken’s Kite Night united families and kite aficionados alike, with the sounds of giggling, giddy children and their parents punctuating the air as the sun set behind the Palisade cliffs. “It’s such a fantastic night for kites,” Weehawken Mayor Richard Turner said, hair blown by the breezes that fueled the fun. “The community really rallies around this event, and it’s great to see everyone come together.”
n a move that he hoped would bring clout to his argument to encourage Hartz Mountain to use local union labor on three buildings going up along the Weehawken waterfront, Patrick Kelleher, president of the Hudson County Building & Construction Trades Council, presented his case before the Hudson County Freeholders at their Aug. 7 caucus meeting. Kelleher said local unions have put together a package of proposals to Hartz Mountain Industries that he hoped would encourage the developer to use local union labor rather than out of area non-union workers. The freeholders, who have almost no say in the matter because none of the three buildings requires county approvals, have been very pro-union, requir-
ing that project labor agreements for use of union labor be part of all county projects. “When projects like this go to out of state workers, the money the workers earn gets spent out of state, and does nothing to help the local economy,” Kelleher told the freeholders. “We would like to see these jobs stay here in Hudson County.” Hartz is involved in the development of three of six large new buildings proposed for construction on the Weehawken water front, said Mayor Richard Turner, who has been acting as a go between the unions and the developer.
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More than 700 people see 21 species during ‘Butterfly Day’
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Monarchs and more in the meadows
GUIDE TO NATURE – Don Torino from the Bergen County Audubon Society proFANCY FLIGHTS – The common buckeye butterfly alights on a flower. Photo courtesy vided information to visitors during Butterfly Day. of the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission.
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ver 700 people explored the surrounding marsh and meadows on July 22 for the third annual “Butterfly Day” – a free event hosted by the Meadowlands Commission at nearby DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst, just outside Hudson County. People arrived as early as 8:45 a.m. even though the event wasn’t scheduled to begin until 10 a.m. The sun-filled day also brought out high numbers of butterflies, with 21 species sighted by spectators. For the first-time ever at DeKorte Park, visitors spotted the meadow fritillary, which is orange and red with heavy black markings and has an affinity for nectar from black-eyed susans, dandelions, and ox-eyed daisies. The brown-colored horace duskywing – another rarity in the area – was also identified.
Surge in red admiral butterflies
“They all showed up for butterfly day,” said Jim Wright, communications director about the many types of species identified during the butterfly fest. There are 20,000 species of butterfly worldwide and 725 that occur north of Mexico in North America. Wright said that it had been a good year for butterflies but an especially important year for the red admiral butterfly, which is undergoing an irruption – the term used to describe when a
local species population suddenly increases in size. The increase in numbers may have to do with the mild winter the area experienced. Wright said that this was a second generation of red admirals that were drawn to the honeysuckle. He noted such an insurgence only happens every 10 years. Many other species were fluttering through the fest including the monarch, painted lady, cabbage white, question mark, broadwinged skipper, pearl crescent, and American lady. Birds also joined in the festivities such as the great egret, tree swallow, osprey, goldfinch, and marsh wren. In response to what it means for the area to have such wildlife and insects, Wright said, “For Meadowlands especially, it is a sign that this area is really coming back.” In the past the area was primarily a dumping ground for waste that caused pollution and environmental degradation, but today the area is in recovery and home to a budding urban ecosystem.
Signs of a healthy biodiversity
“If you don’t have a healthy biodiversity, you don’t have butterflies,” said Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS). “They are magical…it is a surreal experience [to see them].”
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BIRD BATH – Pia Sehgal, 22 months, from Leonia dips her fingers in the bird bath.
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BRIEFS
Overnight construction on Lincoln Tunnel helix began this week; overnight delays expected
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n Monday, the 70-year-old Lincoln Tunnel helix in Weehawken that brings thousands of commuters in and out of New York City began a major two-year restructuring. Overnight commuters heading into the city will face resulting detours and delays, as the eastbound lanes are closing from 10:30 p.m. until 5 a.m. on weekdays. This will cause delays for inbound NJ Transit buses during this time, and also between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. on weekends.
Weehawken Senior Club seeks new members
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he Weehawken Senior Citizens Club is looking for new members. They meet on the first and third Friday afternoons of each month. Why not come and spend a couple of hours in an air conditioned room, and visit with your old friends? Refreshments will be served, a “Share the Wealth” drawing will be held, and games will be played. In addition, the club holds special holiday dinners, luncheons, and other events and activities. New members are only strangers the first time they come. Those interested can call (201) 867-5126.
Weehawken to present Hamilton Park Concert Series
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he Hamilton Park Concert Series, sponsored by Mayor Richard F. Turner, the Township Council, and the Department of Recreation will be held Thursday nights at Hamilton Park on Boulevard East
from 7 to 9 p.m. and will feature the following local musicians: - Aug. 16, Tom Costagliola on drums with Davey and TheTrainwreck - Aug. 23, Julian Peterson on vocals and guitar - Sept. 6, Matt Chertkoff on guitar - Sept.13, Jillian Giacchi on vocals
NY Waterway Ferry waives bicycle surcharge
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Y Waterway Ferry encourages ferry and bike riders to take full advantage of the 5th annual Summer Streets NYC, presented by the New York City Department of Transportation, as it waives its usual $1.25 bicycle surcharge. During Summer Streets, nearly seven miles of New York City’s avenues will be closed to auto traffic and open for everyone to play, run, walk and bike on Aug. 11 and 18 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., from Brooklyn Bridge to Central Park, along Lafayette Street and Park Avenue. NY Waterway Ferry is a convenient way for cyclists coming from New Jersey to participate in Summer Streets NYC. Weekend service to the West 39th Street Ferry Terminal in Manhattan’s Hudson River Park is available from Port Imperial in Weehawken and 14th Street in Hoboken. NY Waterway’s Your Key to the City campaign is the easiest way to enjoy the best of the Big Apple, a virtual concierge with round-trip ferry transportation and discounted tickets to New York City attractions. For more information, click on www.nywaterway.com, www.facebook.com/nywaterway, or follow us @ridetheferry.
Library to offer discount museum tickets
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he Weehawken Free Public Library is offering discounted tickets to the American Museum of Natural History. Each ticket will cost $6 and is redeemed for free general admission and one special exhibition, film or live animal exhibition of the purchaser’s choice. The American Museum of Natural History, which is located at Central Park West and 79th Street in New York City, is one of the largest and most celebrated museums in the world. To purchase the discounted tickets you must be a resident of Weehawken. For further information and to purchase tickets, stop by the Library’s Second Floor Desk located at 49 Hauxhurst Ave.
HRPAC presents Cyro Baptista’s Beat the Donkey
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n Wednesday, Aug. 15, Hudson Riverfront Performing Arts Center will host Cyro Baptista and his group Beat the Donkey at Lincoln Harbor Park at 7 p.m. The rain date, if necessary, will be the following night. Baptista is one of the world’s greatest percussionists and has created a one-of-a-kind, madcap musical show that incorporates percussion, tap dance, Samba, Jazz, Rock, and Funk. The concert series is sponsored in part by the Hudson Reporter . For more info, directions, and late breaking concert news and updates, please visit (201) 716-4540, or visit www.hrpac.org.
Weehawken Weekenders to hold trips in summer, fall
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n Aug. 12, the Weehawken Weekenders will visit Magnanini’s Winery in Wallkill, N.Y. for a wine tasting, dinner, and dancing, for $75. On Oct. 3, they will attend “Octoberfest” at the Royal Manor in Garfield, for $45. On Oct. 13, they will visit the Nordic Lodge with all you can eat lobster and more in Charlestown, R.I. and proceed to Mohegan Sun Casino, for $125. The Weekenders are also planning an eight-night Canadian and New England cruise on the Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas, departing from Bayonne on Aug. 31, 2013 and sailing through Sept. 8. All trips include transportation and gratuities. Call the Weekenders office at (201) 319-6059 for more information or to make a reservation.
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re you interested in helping children in the foster care system? If so, Hudson County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is currently recruiting volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children. CASA works through trained community volunteers to ensure that
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CALENDAR WEEK The Weehawken Reporter welcomes entries of community interest for its weekly Calendar listings. To be considered for publication, entries must be received one week prior to publication date. Additionally, no information will be accepted via phone call.
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The 138th GermanAmerican Folk Festival Committee are warming up to their Oktober festIn- August- Gala scheduled for Saturday & Sunday, August 18 and 19, at Schuetzen Park, Kennedy Blvd. (32 St.) and Bergen Turnpike, North Bergen. Festival grounds are open to the general public after 12 noon. Admission is $6. per person, and children are free.
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Weehawken High School Class of 1957 will have their 55th class reunion on Saturday, Oct. 13, at La Reggia Restaurant, located in The Meadowlands Plaza Hotel, Secaucus. Buffet dinner, open bar, DJ and souvenir reunion booklet – $60. For more info. contact: Josephine Gullo Doring (201) 8667477, Lois Holford Keenan (609) 978-8828, or Arlene Mulder Broemmer (201) 8640433
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Showing their stuff Resourceful reporters win journalism awards
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roving that they can field a variety of angles and subjects on their news beats, two reporters from The Hudson Reporter chain won accolades from the New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists recently. The awards were granted as Excellence in Journalism Awards for work done in 2011. “These reporters put a lot of hard work into their stories and we’re very proud of the quality they and all of our editorial staff produce,” said Dave Unger, co-publisher of the Hudson Reporter. “I congratulate them.”
the Hudson Reporter staff in the category of “Freshest Treatment of a Tired Subject” from the New Jersey Press Association. The story was “Dining with Dwek,” about the restaurants who served an FBI informant during a large government sting. She was also involved in an award-winning team effort that covered the impact of privatization of Hudson County hospitals. Fernandez won second place in this year’s NJSJP’s Barto Award for first-year reporters for her ability to handle a number of subjects. She submitted three stories including “The life of a water bottle,” following the recycling process. Her entry also included “Strong words
“These reporters put a lot of hard work into their stories and we’re very proud of the quality they and all of our editorial staff produce.” – Dave Unger
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Showing both depth in handling a complicated subject and the ability to cover a wide ranges of subjects, E. Assata Wright, who covers Jersey City, and Adriana Rambay Fernandez, who covers Secaucus, each received second place honors in the statewide competition. Wright covered the extremely controversial proposed Spectra gas line, slated to be installed through a portion of Jersey City. She won second place in the Best Local News category for providing her readership with a number of stories over the course of the year that highlighted the pros and cons of the project, the public outrage, and the eventual federal approval and its aftermath. This was not Wright’s first venture into awards territory. Earlier this year, she led a team effort that secured a first place award for
from Meadowlands Hospital owners: Claim union ‘sabotage[d]’ investigation, previous owners ‘cannibalized’ hospital,” which showed her talents in handling hard news subjects. Her third entry was “I had the Elvis curl. She had a car: How Bob and Marietta found long-lasting love,” a depiction of a local romance from the 1950s. “These awards and the other awards we won over the past year really show a range of reporting on so many issues that affect our readers in different ways,” said Hudson Reporter Editor-in-Chief Caren Matzner. “Adriana submitted a body of work including both serious news and more lighthearted features, while Assata kept doggedly pursuing a safety and development issue that affected our neighborhoods. It just shows the different ways newspapers can improve life in local communities.”
GETTING THEIR DUE – Reporters E. Assata Wright, who covers Jersey City for the Hudson Reporter, and Adriana Rambay Fernandez, who covers Secaucus, were honored at this year’s New Jersey Society of Professional Journalists luncheon for stories they wrote in 2011. “We really appreciate the effort our reporters put into their work,” said Publisher Lucha Malato. “It is nice that they have been recognized by a statewide organization for the quality of stories they write.” These and other stories can be found at the Hudson Reporter website: http://www.hudsonreporter.com The newspaper chain, with offices in Hoboken and Bayonne, publishes nine newspapers: The Hoboken Reporter, Bayonne
Community News, Weehawken Reporter, Jersey City Reporter, Secaucus Reporter, North Bergen Reporter, Union City Reporter, West New York Reporter, and Midweek Reporter . To comment on this story on-line, go to our website, www.hudsonreporter.com. Al Sullivan may be reached at asullivan@hudsonreporter.com
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The Weehawken Reporter • August 12, 2012 • 6 RED ADMIRAL POPULATION SURGE – Photo courtesy of the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission. The red admiral butterfly population has increased, and many were spotted at the Meadowlands Commission’s “Butterfly Day.”
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Torino, who wore black antennas on his head and had butterflies tattooed up and down his arms, organizes a number of nature walks throughout the year. Torino added that it was important to know that butterflies are interconnected with plants and that for beginners it helps to know about plants. The NJMC had a variety of flowers to attract butterflies including lavender, butterfly bush, and black-eyed Susans among many others. Many visitors learned that plants like milkweed attract monarchs while spice bush attracts the spice bush swallowtail. “That plant is called ‘A Mile a Minute’ because it grows very rapidly,” said Edith Wallace from the BCAS on a walking tour. She led a large group through a path and identified plants and butterflies along the way. Children at the event walked the trails on a scavenger hunt to find items such as the cone flower or bee balm, which they checked off on a worksheet. They also approached Wallace with various leaves and flowers they had picked up to get help identifying what they were.
FANCY FLIGHTS – Edith Wallace from the Bergen County Audubon Society eats rose hip as she leads a guided plant tour during Butterfly Day hosted by the Meadowlands Commission.
Gateway to nature
“Butterflies are such a great gateway into nature,” said Wright. He said that people are drawn to butterflies because unlike other insects, they don’t bite and they are beautiful. “The kids like the butterflies,” said Michael Alandy from Jersey City. He walked along the meadows with his 3-year-old daughter Victoria who wore a shirt with butterflies on it. “I love butterflies,” said Jeri Hernandez from Ridgefield. She was pleased that the NJMC hosted such an event and felt that they are doing good work. “I just like to take photos,” said Suzanne Reynolds from Rutherford. She said that she visits DeKorte Park often. “Butterfly Day” is run by the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission and the Bergen County Audubon Society, with help from the Northern New Jersey Chapter of the North American Butterfly Association.
To comment on this story online visit www.hudsonreporter.com. Adriana Rambay Fernández can be reached at afernandez@hudsonreporter.com LOVE OF BUTTERFLIES – Three-year-old Victoria Wallace from Jersey City spent an afternoon at the New Jersey Meadowlands Commission for Butterfly Day.
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Weehawken is thriving
“What the unions are offering as far as wages and other things is very competitive to what the developer can get with non-union,” Turner said. The first of the three Hartz buildings – of 580 residential units – is already under construction, Turner said. Two more by Hartz are ready to start. Three other buildings are also slated to start with other developers.
Turner said Weehawken, with six projects either under construction or about to start, is undergoing a building boom and has the most active waterfront for development in the county outside of Jersey City. “The developer and the unions are talking,” Turner said. “Myself and other concerned people are interested in keeping the door open to the unions. We’re very optimistic that there will be a positive outcome to this.” Union work means high quality work, Turner said, and it means jobs going to local residents. But he said this is a discussion on going between Hartz and the unions, and while he has played an active role in making certain both sides continue to talk, he said there is very little the county or he can do except to encourage Hartz to consider the package.
“Many of these lots have been vacant for 30 to 40 years,” Turner said. “With these, one third of the Weehawken waterfront will be developed.” As pro-union as the Hudson County freeholders are, the board has no say in whether the project will be union or not union, Turner said. “None of these need county freeholder or county planning board approvals,” he said. “There may be a time down the road when that changes, but for now the freeholders have no say in this.”
“The unions have put together a competitive package,” Turner said. “We would like to see the jobs stay local, considering the local employment problems this area is having.”
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Shabbat Services for Temple Beth El in Nor th Ber gen are on Fridays at 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays, Shabbat morning at 9:15 a.m. Join us for our wonderful kiddish afterward for fellowship and discussion and enjoy a scoop of our famous egg salad and cup of coffee. Introduction to Judaism will run from Nov. – June at Temple Beth El of North Bergen 300 75th Street. For info, call (201) 869-9149. Third-Tuesday-of-the-Month Bir d Walk with the NJ MC and BCAS. Free two-hour guided nature walk will take place at Harrier Meadow in North Arlington, a 70-acre restored wetlands area usually closed to the public. RSVP at greatauk4@aol.com or 201230-4983. Alzheimer ’s Association Suppor t Groups: Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, Rachel Bogom and Lisa Nathari, (201)915-2041, meets every third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Also, Secaucus Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd., Secaucus, Louise Munsch and Eydie Shapiro, (201)340-2238, meets every first Monday at 4:00 p.m. 24-hour helpline, 1-800-272-3900, or visit www.alz.org/nj Chess Club, Meeting 6:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m., Monday Nights at Subway Sandwich Shop (Pathmark Shopping Center) in Weehawken. All ages welcome! Autism Suppor t Group will meet at the Bayonne Jewish Community Center, 1050 Kennedy Boulevard, Bayonne, on the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Give and receive support from other parents experiencing the same struggles. The Family Suppor t Or ganization Youth Par tner ship meets Mondays & Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:30p.m.- Open EnrollmentFree Membership - Offering a variety of fun and interactive activities, special events, field trips & workshops to support families facing difficult situations. We encourage youths ages 13 to 21 to join us. Please contact La-Trenda Rossat (201) 915-5140 x 15. Beacon Society Inc. has a suppor t group for people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS. Monday evenings, 6:30-8 p.m. except major holidays. At the corner of 6th and Garden Street in the community church of Hoboken, rear entrance. Facilitated by a professional. Light refreshments are served. Limited parking is available at rear of building. Contact Karen at (201) 200-0911. Donations are greatly appreciated. Send correspondence to Beacon Society Inc. 606 Garden St., Hoboken.
Freeholder Bill O’Dea, however, said the county has given towns like Weehawken rights of way for various projects such as for Formula One racing, and that municipalities that get these favors from the county should also consider promoting union labor for projects municipalities approve.
“The unions have put together a competitive package.” – Mayor Richard Turner
Hatha Yoga relaxation guaranteed or double your money back at Hoboken ELKS (1005 Washington St.) Wednesdays 7 – 8:30 p.m. $15 per student (no credit cards). Dress comfortably and bring a mat, avoid eating for 2 hours prior to class and arrive 10 minutes before class begins. No registration. No prerequisites. Walk-ins welcome. For more info call 866-YOGA JOE. (18 yrs or older) *With photo ID. Panic Relief Inc will have a Panic Attack & Anxiety wor kshop on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. To join in the next workshop, visit www.panicreliefinc.com or call our office at (732) 940-9658. Adoption Days at HCAL The Hudson County Animal League is looking for volunteers to help out on Adoption Days. Please call Franca at (201) 926-5529 to find out how to get involved. Come to one of our meetings. The meetings are free and open to the public. All are welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member, please call Lorma Wepner at (201) 437-7263. If you have a car, truck, van, boat or RV and looking to donate to a charity, think of HCAL. Call (800) 3200476 and reference The Hudson County Animal League. They will arrange pickup and we will receive the net proceeds. The donor will receive a tax deduction for their donations. Good Shepher d Lutheran Church will be having Silent Meditation on Fridays at 8:00 p.m. at 98 Columbia TR. Please, bring a blanket and/or cushion and wear comfortable clothing. Far mer s Market Fr uits and Vegetables vouchers are now available for qualifying seniors at the Weehawken Senior Center, 201 Highwood Avenue. For info: call (201) 319-6060. Sensei J im is teaching a Cardio Aerobic Kar ate Class on Mondays & Wednesdays, 7 to 8 p.m. at the Weehawken Waterfront Park. Classes are $10 for each class. For more info contact Sensei Jim at (201) 7531936. Adults & parents are welcome to view a high impact media progr am geared to reach our youth, where 1 out of 4 sexually active teens have an STD. Host a free Teen’s Parenting Workshop at your school, church or organization. Contact Linda Haft (201) 842-8863 or freeteensnj@aol.com.
Hoboken SAA: Sex Addicts Anonymous meets Sundays and Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Matthew Trinity Parish Center, entrance on Washington at 8th street. Meetings are free and are open to all men and women who are concerned about their own compulsive sexual behavior. Call 201459-8858 for more details. Hudson County Depression & Bipolar Suppor t Alliance meeting will be held on the
2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m. at 880 Bergen Ave., Suite 601, JC. Call (201) 420-8013 for more info. Ask for Wayne Vivian. Food Addicts in Recover y Anonymous is a 12-step program for individuals seeking to recover from addictive eating, anorexia or bulimia. Meeting held once a week; no dues,
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upcoming campaign for mayor. “I do approach different people,” Fulop said. “It’s much easier to raise money for a cause than political fundraising and it should be. Everyone should be able to appreciate this cause. With fundraising for politics, there’s ideology that comes into play. With this, it doesn’t exist. It’s easier for people to say yes, because they know it’s something good.” BY JIM HAGUE Fulop has been training with a group based out of Hoboken called the Gold Coast Tri, a group of athletes, sometimes 25 or so strong, that bike together twice a week. “It’s a very legitimate and competitive group,” Fulop said. “Sometimes, we bike 110to-120 miles up to Bear Mountain and back. I’m up and out at 4:30 in the morning.” Fulop was a soccer player at J.P. Stevens High School in Edison and at the University of Jersey City Councilman among locals heading Binghamton. When he was in the Marine to U.S. Ironman Triathlon Championship Corps, he got into running. “They sort of pound that into you,” Fulop laughed. hile he’s not serving his He has run a few half marathons constituents in downand the New York City marathon in town Jersey City as a the past. ward councilman or making “But this is my first foray into plans for a run at the mayor’s triathlons,” Fulop said. “I started to office next year, Steve Fulop has train more aggressively with the an interesting and lesser known bike and with swimming this year.” sideline. When he decided to give triathlons Fulop has become a triathlete. a shot, he began swimming regularAnd he’s a legit one at that. ly at the Pershing Field Pool. This weekend, Fulop and some “That was the hardest part,” Fulop 2,000 others will compete in said. “When I started swimming, I the Aquadraat Sports United couldn’t do two laps. Now, I’m States Ironman Triathlon doing my two-and-a-half miles at a Championships, an event that good clip. The running has been the will run through both New easiest part. I’m in my mid 30s [35]. York and New Jersey. I’m your typical triathlon stereoThe race will begin with a 2.4type.” mile swim in the Hudson River, Here’s just a glimpse of the trainfollowed by a 112-mile bike ride ing Fulop did in the past week, prior along the cliffs of the Palisades to the race. On Saturday, he took a Interstate Parkway and conclude 20-mile run. Sunday, it was a 110with a 26.2-mile run over the mile bike ride that he did in just George Washington Bridge, ending at 81st Street in the heart of FOR A CAUSE – Jersey City Councilman Steve Fulop stands outside under seven hours. Monday, it was Manhattan. City Hall with his bike, preparing to compete in the Aquadraat United in the pool for two miles. This will be the 35-year-old States Ironman Triathlon Championships this weekend. Fulop is Wednesday, he did a 30-mile bike Fulop’s first triathlon and he’s competing to raise money for Rescue Aid, which collects money to ride. Thursday, it was time for a two-mile swim, followed by a fivedoing it for a cause. give to families who have had a soldier deployed overseas. mile run. Saturday, it was 44 more Fulop is looking to raise money miles on the bike, then Sunday, he for the Reserve Aid organization. Corps, four years in reserve and four in inac“We give money to families who have sol- tive duty, completing his reserve commitment combined the bike and the run, running a total of 10 miles. diers in military reserve,” Fulop said. “Reserve in 2010. Yes, the man is definitely dedicated. Aid does a tremendous job and it has served as So the military cause is something that hits “It’s been like 18 hours a week, three hours a a motivation to keep me more focused. People very close to home. have to realize that military members have “It definitely does,” Fulop said. “I know what day of some activity,” Fulop said. “It’s definitemade tremendous sacrifices and their families these families experience. When a member ly not easy.” Fulop was asked about his emotions before are under financial duress.” gets deployed, it happens so fast. It happens all Fulop knows what happens firsthand, in one day. There isn’t a lot of time for plan- the race. “I’m a little bit nervous and excited,” Fulop because he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps ning or anticipation. You get your assignment Reserve after the Sept. 11 tragedy. and you’re gone. It’s upsetting to those who said. “I’m excited, because I put a lot of work into it. I’m nervous, because I don’t know “I spent six months in Camp Pendleton [in have families.” California], then I was deployed to Iraq,” So Fulop decided to do something to help and how my body is going to react. I’ve been told that it acts in a strange way, that once the race Fulop said. “I went from specialty training to it comes in the form of this triathlon. deployment.” Fulop was asked if fundraising for an event starts, you say to yourself, ‘What did I do to Fulop spent eight years with the Marine like this was different than fundraising for his deserve this?’ It’s a mental thing that you the
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For more information about the charity Fulop is competing for, log on to www.reserveaid.org. At press time, Fulop had raised more than $17,000 and his goal is $20,000. Jim Hague can be reached via e-mail at OGSMAR@aol.com. You can also read Jim’s blog at www.jimhaguesports.blogspot.com
TO THE BIG TIME – North Bergen resident Jonathan Maicelo is moving his way up the boxing ranks, having signed a three-year deal with Gary Shaw Promotions and getting a chance this weekend to fight another lightweight contender in his pursuit of a world boxing title.
North Bergen boxer Maicelo ready for big time Heads to California for biggest challenge to date he truth be told, Jonathan Maicelo doesn’t need to be a boxer. He’s already a hero, a full-fledged celebrity in his native Peru. He’s a professional model with stunning looks. He has appeared in popular commercials for Pepsi and Frito Lay. He owns his own line of clothing and sports apparel. He’s even appeared on the Peruvian television version of “Dancing with the Stars.” “He’s an idol in Peru,” boasts Maicelo’s Hoboken-based trainer Butch Sanchez. “After his last fight, he had to dance the very next day. He’s a real character.” “I’m appreciative of what I have in my native country, with the people of Peru,” said Maicelo, through interpretation of Sanchez. “It’s great to have all that, but I want to be a world champion. It’s been my dream to be a world champion. It’s more important to me than the money, than everything else. I want to
have to push through.” Competing for the cause definitely helps. It’s also motivated him to do more triathlons. “I definitely have a different perspective now,” Fulop said. Another local competing in the U.S. Ironman Triathlon Championships is Whitney Handy of Hoboken. Unlike Fulop, Handy, a former field hockey and lacrosse player at the University of San Diego, is a full-time triathlon competitor. Although the 24-year-old Handy is a former college athlete, her background is in swimming. “I grew up swimming and I’ve been competing as a swimmer since I was about five,” Handy said. A few years ago, while she was finishing up her undergraduate studies at San Diego, she was in Guadalupe, Mexico for a semester and watched her first triathlon. “The logic was that I knew how to swim and I could ride a bike,” Handy said. “I figured it couldn’t be that bad. That’s how I rationalized it. For me, the running was the hard part.” For her first triathlon, Handy competed in the New Jersey State Triathlon at Mercer County Park in 2008. “I was hooked,” Handy said. “It gave me such a sense of accomplishment.” Since then, Handy has competed in approximately 10-to-15 triathlons per year. “I usually do one or two Ironman triathlons,” Handy said. “This one is special, because it’s close. I have family and friends who don’t get a chance to see me compete. This one is swimming in the Hudson River. That’s a challenge.” So will be competing in the heat and humidity. “I did one recently where it was 115 degrees in Palm Springs, so I’m kind of acclimated to working out in those conditions.” Handy is a full-time special education teacher in San Diego these days. “I’m so excited about this one, because I get to sleep at home,” Handy said. “I’ll get to see a lot of my high school friends. I’m looking forward to it. I don’t want to put too much pressure on myself. I don’t feel like I’m getting any faster, but I do think I’m getting stronger.” How dedicated is Handy? Well, she just finished competing in a triathlon in California on Sunday and now she’s flying back to New Jersey for this event. “At least I should be ready,” Handy said. Until she has to dive into the mysterious waters of the Hudson River. “Ah, that should be interesting,” she said.
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be recognized as one of the best fighters in the world. That’s more important than being a celebrity in Peru.” That’s why the North Bergen resident was working hard in the ring last Saturday, preparing for his biggest challenge to date as a professional boxer. Maicelo was set to take on Wilfredo Acuna in a lightweight bout at the Morongo Casino Resort and Spa in Cabazon, California Friday night. The fight comes on the heels of Maicelo signing with respected promoter Gary Shaw.
Maicelo is undefeated as a professional, winning all 17 of his fights, 10 via knockouts. The fight in California will mark only the third time he has fought in the United States, with most of his bouts taking place in his native Peru. Maicelo was part of the card that took place at Washington School in Union City in October of 2010. “I feel so excited to get this chance,” Maicelo said. “I’m very emotional to know that I’m finally getting this big opportunity. This is what I’ve been working for. I thank the Lord and Gary Shaw for this shot. To be honest, I’ve had a good year and I’ve been waiting for this opportunity. I’m more motivated and happy to show what I have.” Sanchez, has trained several champions over the years, including Carlos Tamara. A fellow North Bergen resident, Tamara became the IBF world light flyweight champion in 2010 and was North Bergen’s first world champ since the immortal James J. Braddock won the world heavyweight title in 1935. see TIDBITS next page
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Jersey City Jackie Robinson U18 team captures RBI World Series title t’s safe to say that Ron Hayward is living a dream year. After all, the Marist High School baseball coach guided the Royal Knights to the NJSIAA Non-Public B state championship in June, the first state title for the school in almost 20 years. Soon after winning the state crown, Hayward, a Marist alum, was promoted to the role of athletic director to go along with his baseball coaching duties. So when Hayward took his Jackie Robinson 18-and-under All-Star team to the RBI (Rebuilding Baseball in the Inner-City) World Series, a program sponsored by Major League Baseball and held in Minneapolis last week, it was just another great turn of events in Hayward’s great year. Little did Hayward know that it was about to get even better. The Jackie Robinson Mets won three straight games over the weekend, including a thrilling 8-7 come-from-behind victory over Bradenton, Florida, on Sunday to capture the overall World Series title in game played at Target Field, the home of the Minnesota Twins. It marked the first time that a New Jersey team won the RBI World Series crown. “I told the reporters at Target Field that it was big for our area,� Hayward said. “Our kids tend to get overlooked all the time. The other teams in the series had kids who were talking about going to [NCAA] Division I and Division II schools. All the big schools were being named. This definitely showed that our kids can play with anyone in the country. It was a big thrill.�
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TIDBITS from previous page “This is a big step,â€? Sanchez said. “Gary Shaw saw Carlos three weeks ago and said that he looked like a million dollars. He signed him to a three-year contract. I really believe that Maicelo is going to be a world champ. He’s ready for this and a lot more. From Day one, I knew that we had something special with Maicelo. Now, everyone is getting a chance to see it. He’s not only a special fighter, but he’s a special person.â€? Maicelo also has another top flight boxing magnate in his corner, namely the CEO of Everlast, Neil Morton. Everlast is the world’s premier producer of boxing equipment. “He’s very hungry and that’s his best trait,â€? Sanchez said. “We’re super excited for this.â€? To get ready for the big bout, Maicelo went into the ring last week to spar with former world lightweight champion Paul Spadafora, who held the IBF lightweight title from 1999 through 2003. Spadafora is still undefeated with a 45-0-1 record. That’s how much Sanchez knows his fighter is ready for the big time. “He’s the real deal,â€? Sanchez said. “I said all along that he was going to be a world champion and now it looks like he’s going to get that chance.â€? If Maicelo wins this fight, then he’s going to be part of the Showtime Boxing card Sept. 21 that will be televised nationally. “I want to be recognized as one of the best fighters in the world,â€? Maicelo said. He seems to be taking the same path in the ring – as a celebrity and public figure, as well as a fighter – like the “Golden Boy,â€? Oscar De La Hoya. “I definitely like to be considered with De La Hoya,â€? Maicelo said. “He’s one of my favorites and someone I look up to. I’d love to be like him. I’m ready for my chance.â€? ‌ Former Hudson Catholic basketball stand-
out Michael Young gave a verbal commitment to the University of Pittsburgh last week. Young was known for breaking the backboard at Hudson Catholic in a game against Memorial last winter. He decided to leave Hudson Catholic and will attend St. Benedict’s Prep for his senior year‌ St. Peter’s Prep standout golfer Kieran Purcell added another championship trophy to his mantle last week when he captured the medal at the Pioneer Junior Tour Open, shooting a 75 to win by a stroke. Purcell had a little bit of an advantage over the competitive field, because the tourney was held at the Forest Hill Field Club in Bloomfield, a club where Purcell and his family
known more for his pitching, slammed a threerun homer. “He was killing the ball all weekend and led us in RBI,â€? Hayward said. Mirabel was the winning pitcher in the Series clincher. The catcher was Josh Delgado of Marist, with Josh Felix, a player from Elizabeth High School, at first. Marist standout Derek Edge was the team’s second baseman, with Jose Gonzalez, a Marist grad now playing at the University of Rhode Island, at short. Rodriguez, Mirabel and Peralta all shared time at third base. Andre Santana of Marist was the left fielder, with best friends Roder and Groomes sharing centerfield duties along with Marist grad John Journette and Rivera manning right. It was a great run for the local team, achieving a title that no other New Jersey squad had captured in the 13-year history of the RBI World Series. “It feels great,â€? Hayward said. “We had the people in Minnesota cheering for us. They remembered [former Minnesota Twins pitcher] Willie Banks was from Jersey City, so they were behind us because of Willie. This was incredible, considering the way we had to keep battling and coming back.â€? It’s just all part of Hayward’s year to remember. EXTRA INNINGS focuses on the best stories that come from local baseball and softball leagues throughout the area, from Little League action through travel leagues. If you have any noteworthy information to contribute to the EXTRA INNINGS, feel free to contact Jim Hague by phone at (201) 3035792, by general mail at 1400 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030, or via e-mail at OGSMAR@aol.com. The e-mail would be the best way of getting in touch. Please include a telephone contact name and number, in order to secure further information for a possible story. Also, if you have a picture to be used with the story, that would be a great help‌.—Jim Hague Jim Hague can be reached via e-mail at OGSMAR@aol.com
are members. Still, it was another impressive win for the soonto-be Prep junior‌ As the college football season approaches, it appears as if two Hudson County products will be among the starters for Rutgers this fall. Former St. Peter’s Prep standout Savon Huggins is a leading contender to be the team’s top tailback, while former Secaucus star Betim Bujari has earned the starting center position as the Scarlet Knights begin training camp this week‌—Jim Hague Jim Hague can be reached via e-mail at OGSMAR@aol.com
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Abe Groomes, the Hoboken standout, lined an RBI single that scored Mirabel, slicing the lead to 7-6. Mike Rodriguez of St. Anthony hit a pop-up that looked like it was going to be the second out, but the ball dropped in and Doran scored the tying run, moving Groomes to third. Up stepped Will Rivera from University Charter. Hayward called for the suicide squeeze to get Groomes home. It was a gutsy and risky call, but hey, Hayward can do no wrong. “I put the squeeze on and Rivera bunts the ball over the first baseRBI WORLD SERIES CHAMPS – The Jersey City Jackie man’s head to score the Robinson All-Stars celebrate on the field of Target Field in game-winning run,� Minneapolis after they defeated Bradenton, Florida to capture Hayward said. the RBI World Series title last Sunday. It just goes to show you that talent can be In the championship game, the Jersey City found anywhere; that the two players who had squad trailed 3-1, battled back to take a 5-3 the key hits in the rally, Rodriguez and Rivera, lead in the fifth inning, then Bradenton scored play for programs that don’t get much recognifour runs in the top of the seventh inning to tion. Like the rest of the team, those two take a 7-5 lead. proved they could play anywhere. Things certainly didn’t look good for the However, Hayward definitely assembled an locals. All-Star roster that carried the Jackie Robinson But Hayward, who was wearing a micro- squad all the way to Target Field. phone for the MLB Network coverage of the His pitching staff was impeccable, with peofinals, made a proclamation, much like he did ple like the incomparable Kenny Roder of to his Marist squad when they stormed from Hoboken and standout Mark Peralta of three runs down in the last inning to defeat Marist. Newark Academy in the state title game. Roder was both the Pitcher of the Year and “The crazy thing was that I had the micro- Most Valuable Player on the Hudson Reporter phone on me,� Hayward said. “I had to watch All-Area Baseball Team in the spring. Peralta what I was saying. But I said, ‘Let’s do it was the Player of the Year. again.’ We had some of my players on this Roder pitched the first game of the World team, so they knew. But I didn’t know how Series, defeating Chicago with a five-hitter, contagious it was going to be. Their confidence striking out 11. It was a typical Roder performlevel was high. That’s how motivated they ance. were.� Peralta pitched the second game, striking out So down two runs to start the bottom of the eight to defeat Houston. Mirabel got the save in last inning, the Jersey City squad went to work. that win. Danny Mirabel, one of Hayward’s players at “We were very fortunate to get the best pitchMarist, drew a walk. After a pop out, Mike ers around to have on the team,� Hayward said. Doran of St. Peter’s Prep, who had a tremen- “It was great for us that they chose to play for dous tournament at the plate, also walked. The us.� rally was on. In the second win against Houston, Doran, the
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Steven Cohen, assistant director of Jersey City Medical Center’s Emergency Medical Service, has been awarded the professional designation of Chief EMS Officer, as conferred by the Commission on Professional Credentialing. Cohen, who has worked at Jersey City Medical Center for 15 years, is one of only 88 EMS leaders nationwide to receive this prestigious designation. The program is designed to recognize individuals who have demonstrated excellence and outstanding achievement throughout their careers. Candidates are evaluated in the areas of experience, education, professional development, professional contributions, association membership, community involvement, and technical competencies. Candidates’ credentials are evaluated by a team of peer reviewers appointed by the Commission of Professional Credentialing. Steve Cohen “This recognizes Steve’s outstanding role as a leader in this industry,” said Jim Dwyer, Jersey City Medical Center’s Director of EMS. “He has played an invaluable role over the years in making our organization one of the very best in the country.” The hospital’s EMS service was the first in the U.S. to earn triple accreditation in dispatch, education and emergency medical service. It’s one of the busiest in the state, receiving more than 80,000 calls annually.
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Dear Dr. Norquist: My feelings of love for my fiancé seem to come and go. In fact I’m not really sure what I’m “supposed” to be feeling. I mean what is the experience of love supposed to feel like? Everyone talks about love; loving their husband or wife when they first get married, but then why do so many marriages end up in divorce? What happened to the love that they say they had for each other? It scares me to think this way, because I’m planning for a wedding in June, but I don’t always feel “in love.” Don’t get me wrong, my fiancé is great, and we get along well and feel close most of the time. I guess I’m just not totally sure what love is. I’m attracted to him, but is that love? I want the best for him, and am hurt when he is hurt – but is that love? I don’t want us to end up a part of the divorce statistics.
Dr. Norquist responds: The word love has been used in so many ways in our culture. The media tends to present it as something that we have to get from another person in order to survive. Thus, people will go through all kinds of contortions, manipulations and false presentations to allure and capture someone’s “love.” “Love” gathered in this way does not last, because it is based on the illusion that we have to be or look a certain way to get love from someone. Love is an inner experience that is cultivated and developed through our predominant thoughts, intentions, feelings and actions. As we act lovingly, we provide the emotional safety that is necessary for love. As we perceive others and ourselves with compassion, we deepen the experience of loving. Through respecting each other’s feelings and needs, we affirm each other as individuals and support each other’s growth. As we consciously choose grateful, hopeful, positive thoughts and attitudes in response to our daily experiences, we lay a solid foundation for love to grow in our lives. What does it mean to act lovingly? The best known quote on love, of course, is the New Testament’s 1st Corinthians 13. In this classic verse, love is described as patient, kind and enduring. It is defined as neither rude
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nor jealous, neither irritable, nor resentful. One of the main understands conveyed here I believe is that the feeling of love doesn’t just happen to us. Neither is it something we have to get from others. Love is an experience we create through actively choosing to act with kindness, patience, acceptance and compassion. As you treat your fiancé lovingly, you set the pattern for the expression of love in your relationship. This creates a safe space that can serve as the foundation for the trust that is necessary to support an ever-deepening level of intimacy between the two of you. The message that I believe you need to hear (to address the fear and doubt underlying your question) is that you have great power to affect the course of your relationship over time. The power lies in how you choose to act in response to your fiancé’s actions and the life stressors that occur during the normal course of life. Divorces do not just happen. You are not helpless here. You do, of course, need to choose a positive partner who will also commit to doing his best to act from a place of kindness, patience, understanding, and respect for your feelings and needs. None of us is perfect, of course, in this regard. What is most important is the intent, and the ability to acknowledge and grow from our mistakes. Although it’s important to evaluate the viability of this commitment and carefully consider the factors necessary for its success, I’d encourage you not to let your fears leave you standing on the sidelines. Loving is the most worthy commitment and venture we can embark upon in life.
Dr. Sallie Norquist is a licensed psychologist (NJ #2371) in private practice and is director of Chaitanya Counseling Services, a center for upliftment and enlivenment, in Hoboken. Dr. Norquist and the staff of Chaitanya invite you to write them at Chaitanya Counseling Services, 51 Newark St., Suite 202, Hoboken, NJ 07030 or www.chaitanya.com or by email at drnorquist@chaitanya.com, or by fax at (201) 656-4700. Questions can address various topics, including relationships, life’s stresses, difficulties, mysteries and dilemmas, as well as questions related to managing stress or alternative ways of understanding health-related concerns. 2012 Chaitanya Counseling Services
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3,000 FEET HIGH – While perhaps his 3,000 feet of Kevlar string didn’t reach its full potential at Weehawken’s third annual Kite Night, Rick Saunders did achieve some serious air.
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Where do kites come from?
The Chinese invention is said to predate the birth of Jesus Christ. It came about, historians believe, when the first silk-sailed, silk-stringed, bamboo-framed flying machine was invented by 5th century BC philosophers Mozi and Lu Ban. The paper kite came around 549 AD when history cites its use to send a message for a rescue mission. Kites were originally used for sending signals as well as for measuring wind and distance, and even for lifting people. They were not the trademark triangle shape they most frequently appear today, but they were often brightly decorated and occasionally had devices attached that made whistling sounds as they caught the wind.
“It’s such a fantastic night for kites.” – Mayor Richard Turner Kites arrived in Europe after regular Asian trade markets were established in the 16th century and became a useful research tool for science. Then of course there’s the famous story (which may or may not be a rumor) of American statesman Benjamin Franklin, who literally shocked the world when he proved that lightning was most certainly electrical in nature. Perhaps their most notable function was when the Wright brothers used kites to collect the research needed to build the very first airplane in the late 1880s. The invention of human flight
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stole the kites’ thunder until the mini flying machines resurfaced as a popular form of recreation and celebration worldwide.
Kite string envy
Rick Saunders stood with what appeared to be a small wheel in the crook of his arm Monday evening, rigged with 3,000 ft. of Kevlar string (“It can withstand 150 pounds of weight,” he said) attached to a much-envied pink and yellow box kite that trailed a 50-foot yellow tail. “I’m an embarrassment to my wife,” Saunders laughed, as he glanced at Diane D’Agostino and their daughter rolling their eyes a safe distance away. “Last year I had 100 feet of string, but it kept tangling, so I found this reel, and it came with length choices. It was a no-brainer.” D’Agostino boycotted the evening at first, but in the end chose to watch in case her husband’s string happened to tangle and lift small children off the ground. As his kite took off, kids jumped and chased after its tail like bipedal cats. “He must be missing something in his life,” she sighed. “You’ve got kite string envy,” he answered. As the wind that night was a bit, shall we say, up and down, the kites enjoyed some serious air time punctuated with some serious ground time. Half an hour later, Saunders stood before his kite with a wad of tangled Kevlar in his hand. “Well, I suppose it isn’t actually tangle proof after all,” he said, as his young fans gathered round to help with the re-launch.
RUN! RUN! – Children of all ages (including adult) united under the kites that flew above the Weehawken Waterfront Complex Monday night. The wind was variable, so determined fliers surely got their fair share of exercise.
To comment on this story on-line, go to our website, www.hudsonreporter.com, and comment below. Gennarose Pope may be reached KITES ACROSS WEEHAWKEN – It was a fine night for kites Monday evening. at gpope@hudsonreporter.com.
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needed services and assistance are made available to children while helping to move them toward safe and permanent homes. CASA and its volunteers speak for children in court, serve as fact finders for the judges, and safeguard the interests of the children while they are in the foster care system. Hudson County has nearly 700 children in foster care; most have been removed from their homes for abuse or neglect. For further information, call (201) 795-9855, email mgarcia@hudsoncountycasa.org or visit www.hudsoncountycasa.org.
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hile the U.S. Census recently reported that New Jersey has the lowest rate of divorce in the nation, experts say one reason is that the cost of a divorce in the Garden State is so relatively high. And for low-income people, as well as many other locals caught in broken marriages or failed civil unions that are beyond repair, the cost of a divorce is an especially daunting barrier. Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) has published a brand new version of its popular manual, “Divorce in New Jersey: A Self-Help Guide,” that instructs people – step by step – on how to do their own divorce, especially if the issues are not complicated. The publication is free for qualified low-income people eligible for Legal Services assistance. All others can secure the print edition of the 275-page manual for $50; the digital edition is $25. Detailed information for ordering online, by mail or by phone is available at www.lsnj.org/divorce. Print editions can be ordered by calling (888) 529-8338. Low-income individuals who believe they qualify for a free copy should call Legal Services’ toll-free, statewide legal hotline at (888) 576PARK WITH A VIEW – Hamilton Park is frequented by Weehawkenites and out-of5529. towners young and old for lounging, lunching, or even pre-wedding photographing in front of a spectacular skyline. Photo by Bill Bemke.
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Fire Captain Herman Peters retires
Pictures second from left holding ax on his last tour of duty. Also pictured left to right his crew from Ladder Five Glenn Turner, Captain Peters, Ed Quinn, and Tommy Willbergh. Herman served 30 years on the line (17 years with West New York fire department and 13 years with the North Hudson Regioanl Fire Dept.) T
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By Stephen LaMarca Reporter Staff Writer
t’s never easy for restauratéurs to open in a new location, even within a famed historic building. But if you’re the Ranuro family, owners of Hoboken’s popular Biggie’s Clam Bar, you certainly know how to make it look that way. Biggie’s, which has been located for decades on the west side of Hoboken, recently took over the historic Clam Broth House near the train station and has turned it into the second Biggie’s location in the mile-square city. Biggie’s also has locations in Carlstadt and in Kingsport, Tenn. “We’re still focused on the things that make us unique,” said Runuro, “which includes being a family business.” The Clam Broth House, at 36-42 Newark St., was a popular watering hole for the city’s dockworkers in the early 1900s. The restaurant – which denied entry to women until the 1970s – boasted a famous sign of a hand on its roof, pointing patrons toward its entrance. Customers who had visited during the 1960s and 1970s encountered a floor littered with seafood shells and a tall public urn that dispensed free clam broth at the bar. The new restaurant, now called Biggie’s but still displaying the old hand sign, opened in May. “It’s going well so far,” said Ranuro. “New people are coming in and enjoying Biggie’s.” Ranuro said that another key to success is that while many places in Hoboken are more bar-focused, Biggie’s is first and foremost a restaurant. “We have been especially busy during dinner,” said Ranuro. “We’re restaurant first, and a raw bar and oysters are very unique to this area. The food is really good, and it’s really fresh.” The restaurant also has a quiet atmosphere and ambience. The number of televisions is engaging but not too distracting. It’s truly a modernized, comfortable and inviting update of one of the city’s most historic buildings. Ranuro, a member of the fourth generation responsible for Biggie’s success, said that there is always a member of his family within the restaurant. “It’s kind of a personal touch,” said Ranuro. “We’ll come up and ask [customers] how it’s going, and if they need anything. People seem to appreciate that kind of personal touch and service [in Hoboken].”
MODERNIZED – The interior features a pleasant atmosphere and is a modern yet comfortable version of the old Clam Broth House.
The restaurant has a fully-stocked raw bar, with clams, oysters, shrimp cocktails, scallops, mussels, and more. It also features an impressive amount of seafood oriented entrees. When The Reporter visited the newly thriving location, we were fed bountiful samples. Starters and raw bar selections included a delicious crab cake in a thick and refreshing remoulade sauce for $9, mussels for $9, clams and oysters on the half shell for $1 each and $1.75 each, respectively, and the unique Thai chili calamari, which features a fantastic homemade sweet and spicy sauce for $10. Then there are the entrees. Biggie’s offers everything from grilled baby back ribs for $15.75 to chicken parmesan over linguini for $15. The baby back ribs come in a sweet, tangy, and delicious homemade barbecue sauce. The ribs are served with a side of fluffy waffle fries. Equally appetizing was the seafood fiesta, which features shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, calamari, and crab meat over linguini in a pink cream sauce. It’s some of the best Biggie’s has to offer, all rolled into one, for $19.50. Other seafood options include fried calms for $10, clams oreganata for $7, steamed mussels for $9, flounder filet for $11, and a linguini in clam sauce for $17.50.
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Ranuro said that the new location has become popular for the crowds arriving home from work via the nearby PATH. Indeed, the new location features a fully stocked bar with happy hour food and drink specials. Ranuro said that he expects the new Biggie’s, which features giant flat-screen televisions at every turn, will become popular for watching football. “We’re looking forward to football season,” said Ranuro, “we expect big crowds and a great atmosphere. We really enjoy doing it.” The restaurant also has a private downstairs dining area, which can be rented out for events such as birthdays, reunions, and more. Biggie’s is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The bar is open Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; Friday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.; Sunday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. The location takes reservations, especially during its busier Friday and Saturday evening hours. For more information, call (201) 710-5520 or visit biggiesclambar.com.
Perhaps most enticing about the new location is the menu, which features sandwiches, soups, salads, burgers, desserts, and lots of entrees.
Stephen LaMarca may be reached at slamarca@hudsonreporter.com.
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Union City resident Alicia Maria Punales Morejon, 17, will attend Columbia University in the New York City where she plans to study sociology and eventually go to law school. Alicia’s proud parents, Julio C. Morejon and Dr. Diana Punales-Morejon, are lifelong residents of Union City. Alicia graduated from the Academy of the Holy Angels, an all-girls Catholic high school in Demarest, where she was an honors student and a member of the National Honor Society. She was captain of her varsity soccer and varsity fencing teams. During the past two summers Alicia organized a high school community service trip to New Orleans and volunteered in the post Hurricane Katrina rebuilding effort.
PIANIST OF THE YEAR – Pictured is Javas Persaud with his piano teacher Lydia Megale. Persaud was awarded the Pianist of the Year Award during the 32nd annual piano recital. Persaud has also been accepted into the Manhattan School of Music Summer Program, where he will continue his studies along with master classes, composition, and form analysis.
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$309,000 – Fantastic investment! Multiple family w/the amenities of a single home, walking distance to everything! Total 6Bedrooms/ 5Baths & Parking for 3+Cars! MLS#120008923
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$439,000 - Fabulous 2Bed/1Bth Albany style home. Totally renovated kitchen. Extended breakfast bar, SS appliances, stylish cabinetry & Granite. Community features two pools w/jacuzzis, tot lot, HOBOKEN waterfront promenade & shuttle to $560,000 - One of Hoboken's ferry. MLS#120001831 unique 2 Bedroom units. Circular great room w/8 south facing $534,000 - Stylish waterfront windows, natural sunlight, great Bergen II for sale!!! Views of closet space, hwd flrs, c/a/c, w/d in river/city from every room!! ss unit. Parking included. Gym in the appli, granite, recessed lighting, building and great storage. hwd flrs, ADT home alarm system, MLS#120000956 California closets 2 pools w/ jacuzzis, tot lot, waterfront prome$584,900 – Large 2B/2B condo nade & free shuttle. just steps from shopping and MLS#120001135 transportation! C/A, Hwd flrs, granite & ss appl. Fingerprint $649,900 - Unparalleled end unit enabled dead both at the all the Delaware style home w/sweeping units entrance. Large balcony. NYC views from every room!! MLS#110013250 Flooded w/natural sunlight all day long!! Hwd flrs, custom painted, $549,000 - Picture perfect corian couters, s/s appl., humidifi2Bed/2.5Bath 1200sq.ft. duplex er, w/d & more! MUST SEE! in prime location, convenient to MLS#120000372 everything, is a terrific residence. Boasting dramatic kit $709,000 - Exceptional end unit w/granite, SS appliances, break- 3Bed/3Bath Fanwood style home fast bar, w/d and an abundance flooded w/natural sunlight! H/W of closet space. MLS#120006553 flrs. Fireplace. Cherry cabinets. SS appl. Parking for 2cars. Community $639,000 – Fabulous Downtown boasts 2pools w/jacuzzis, tot lot, Park Ave 2B/2B Condo, waterfront promenade & shuttle to 1310sq.ft. private terrace, wood ferry. MLS#120005374 burning fire place, upgraded kitchen and bathrooms & $635,000 - Jacobs Ferry Delaware moments from Hoboken PATH. style home. 3Bed/3Bath Ideally MLS#120008120 located on southernmost row of community. NYC and park views. $519,000 - Conveniently located Flooded with natural sunlight. & spacious home. 2Bed/2Bath Steps to second pool, bus and condo boasts high ceilings, hwd ferry shuttle. Parking for two carsflrs, ss appliances, granite one in private garage. counters w/an open kitchen, pri- MLS#120006540 vate terrace, ample custom closet space & deeded parking. JERSEY CITY Welcome home! $362,758 - Great 2 family in the MLS#120007182 Western Slope. Wonderful backyard w/above ground pool. Full $249,900 - This truly charming 1 unfinished basement w/ laundry Bed condo is the perfect starter area. Tons of storage space & home!!!! Conveniently located, great transportation to NYC and this fabulous condo provides Journal Sq. MLS#120002495 easy access to PATH, shopping, restaurants & much more! Don't $419,000 - Charming brick row miss out on this exceptionally home w/NYC views on lovely priced home! MLS#120007949 Ogden Ave full of original detail features front yard w/flowering JACOB-BULL’S FERRY $420,000 - OWNER SAYS SELL!!! tree says "WELCOME", high Albany 2 Bedroom unit on ceilings, 2 bed plus den, large Southern most row of community!! deck overlooking NYC Great location near park, pool, ferry MLS#120004868
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$260,000 – “Society Hill” Jersey City’s best kept secret. A tranquil, gated waterfront community. Pool, club house, tennis courts, play area, waterfront promenade, and 24hr security. 2BR w/7 custom closets, security system & 1 car parking. MLS#120005148 $75,000 - Renovated Corner 2BR/1BA is best value in Jersey City. Features Caesarstone counters, ss sppliances, beautiful cabinetry, custom backsplash, hwd flrs, c/a, abundant closets and high ceilings. SHORT SALE - makes great investment or first home. MLS#120006594
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HOBOKEN $550,000 - Move right into this sun drenched 2Bed/2Bath home in luxurious Sky Club. Features SS appliances, w/d, granite countertops, private terrace, 24/7 drmn, security, elevator, community space, discount parking & gym. MLS#120008534
$320,000 - 2Bed/2Bath w/private deeded backyard, a private entrance and storage. Crown & base moldings and window sills. Oversized master bedroom and walk-in closet. ADT system. Bus to NYC on corner. Near PATH. MLS#120008519
$720,000 - 3Bed/3Bath town home w/NYC views!! Custom tile flr, granite counters, maple cabinetry, gourmet kit & crown moldings. Community Features 2pools w/Jacuzzis, tot lot, kiddy pool, waterfront promenade & shuttle to NY Waterways ferry & light rail. MLS#120008551
peninsula kitchen 42” cherry cabinets, Italian porcelain tiles, custom closets, w/d, video intercom, covered parking… Perfectly priced & perfectly located. MLS#120008455 WEEHAWKEN $289,000 - Terrific Opportunity!!! 2 Bed co-op features spacious sunlit living rm w/parquet flooring, formal dining & adjoining fully equipped galley kitchen for easy entertaining & beautiful NYC skyline views. MLS#120003864
GUTTENBURG $265,000 - Excellent opportunity for owner occupant w/income or investment property. 159' deep lot w/8 parking spaces & recorded access easement, parking provides $700 income per month, separate utilities WEST NEW YORK fabulous potential. $499,000 - Unique duplex in MLS#120001300 sought after Hudson Club. $149,900 -Magnificent totally Partial NYC & Hudson River remodeled lg. 1 br unit in the views!! Hwd flrs. Granite kitchen Summit House w/ unobstructed w/ss appliances. Floor to ceiling northern views of NYC & the windows. Juliette balcony, One river, California Closet, ss appli, deeded garage spot, Steps to granite, hwd flrs & w/d room. ferry & transportation. MLS#120001931 Priced to sell. MLS#120000918
UNION CITY $299,900 - Incomparable NYC Hudson River views from this fabulously appointed 2B/ 2B direct East facing unit at The Doric! Features hwd flrs, modern appliances & spacious living/ dining rm w/panoramic NYC Views! $524,900 - Fabulously appointed MLS#120002314 1300s/f 2B/2B Condo w/Private $239,000 – Welcome to the Terrace & NYC Views! “Hudson View” beautiful overMLS#120005906 sized one bedroom w/ granite $349,000 – Simply stunning countertops, ss appliances, hwd brick 2 family located in histori- flrs, w/d, indoor deeded parking cal Bergen hill on lovely tree & easy access to public transportation & NYC. Short sale lined street. New kit/bath, storsubject to bank approval. age & closets, ample backyard! MLS#120004002 Conveniently located to schools, shopping, transporta- $284,000 – 3Bed/2Bath 1400sq.ft tion & parks. MLS#120007541 southeast corner condo w/NYC views from every rm, updated $198,777 - The choice is yours! kitchen & bath. Full service Why rent? Own this beautiful doorman building w/gym, deli 3Bed/1.5 bath 1 family colonial and pool. Easy NYC commute home at a fraction of the cost to via bus, rail or train. Welcome rent. LOW TAXES. Beautiful Home! MLS#120002620 backyard, American dream! NOT a short sale, simply priced $359,000 - 2Bed condo @ The Thread complex is perfectly proto sell. MLS#120007818 portioned and impeccably main$262,000 - Stunning SOHO-Style tained..SS appliances, caesarLofts 1 bed w/soaring 18” ft ceil- stone counters, private terrace w/magnificent sweeping views, ings - oak kit w/granite counters covered parking, health club & w/breakfast bar, pendant lightdrman. MLS#120007005 ing, ss appliances, step up alcove w/bay windows, architec- $275,000 - 2Bed loft style unit tural detailing, gym, 24Hr drmn w/soaring 12’ ceilings lavished w/custom features including & concierge. MLS#120007756
BELLEVILLE $309,000 - Fabulous Belwood Model w/Corian Counters & Custom Window Treatments! 2007 Community of the Year Award! Private Club House / Community Rm w/ Pool, picturesque Gazebos, & Bocce Ball Court MLS#120002073 $219,000 – Come see this great home totally redone! This charming 3BR 2Bath lovingly cared for by one family for many years with great potential. Modern kit, upgraded baths, fenced-in yard, short walk to everything & very love taxes. MLS#120006638 NORTH BERGEN $129,777 -Charming 1Bed in convenient "racetrack" location is the perfect 1st home! Living & dining room adjoins kitchen, spacious bedroom, tile bath, heat/ hot water included in maintenance - Why rent? MLS#120007833 WEEHAWKEN $849,900- Brick Victorian 3 Family w/inviting porch is a blend of old world charm & modern convenience. Features 3 spacious 8 room apartments w/private sun rms, original details & detached 2 car garage just off Blvd East. MLS#120008660
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HOBOKEN LISTINGS BRIGHT STUDIO East facing sunny terrace off living area is large enough to entertain or just relax. High ceilings. Hwf. Low taxes. $190,000 BRIGHT LOFTY HOME! Heart of downtown. 5th flr home in elev bldg. Spacious living space at lofted BR. W/D, granite & ss appls. $250,000 SPACIOUS 1BR+LARGE DEN Perfect starter home, exp brick, f/p, built in bookshelves & more. Common yard, storage & laundry on site! $265,000 CHARMING 1BR/1BA 2nd flr walk up, high ceilings, hwf, natural light, eik. Bldg offers laundry rm & h/hw incl in low maint. $329,000 1BR W/ GREAT LAYOUT! Conveniently located near NYC trans. Granite, ss appls, built in AC units, dining area & lrg wic. Well maintained pet friendly bldg w common laundry rm & landscaped yard. $329,000 1.5BR NEWLY RENOVATED HWF throughout, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances.Don't miss out! $339,000 NEW LISTING! SPACIOUS SUN-FILLED 1BR 14th flr of The Skyline. Updated ktch, south facing priv balcony w/ partial river views. Valet prkg, shuttle to PATH, gym & common laundry on each floor. $359,900 WHY RENT? Best opportunity for a starter home. Gut Renov in '06. This home has it all! BR w/ semi enclosed LARGE priv terrace.C/A/C/H, Upgrades Galore, W/D & Common Storage in Bsmt. $389,000 PH W/ 250 SQFT TERRACE W/ NYC VIEWS Gourmet ktch, granite cntrs, dedicated DR w/ sky light, Master B/R w/ his/hers closets, lrg LR w/ sliding door to deck, elev, common yard, full sized prkg. $599,900 LAST UNIT LEFT! Brand New Construction, Beautifully designed 3BR/2BA w/ your very own priv elev opening in to you residence. Upgrades Galore. 10Yr Builders Warranty + 1 YR free prkg. $699,000 AMAZING 1 OF A KIND HOME! Private elev opens to over 1,548sqft of luxury living. Ktch w/ GE profile SS Appls. W/D & wine frig. marble/travertine tiles, granite cntrs, brkfst bar. 25x 10 Priv Deck $715,000
THE WESTFIELD - MODERN 3BR/3BA Top floor home, rec'd lghtng, surround sound system & pre-wired for high speed internet, w/d. Open ktch w/ granite & brkfst bar. 1garage prkg incl. $730,000 THE W State of the art condo, kitchen with highest grade appliancess. Fully equipped media center. The W offers every amenity imaginable to its residents. Welcome to a World Class Lifestyle! $949,000 GORGEOUS 3BR/2.5BA PH 1900SQ.FT. home with unobstructed NYC views from every room. Huge walk-in pantry, S.S., 3 wic's & much more. Steel & concrete elevator bldg w/ deeded prkg & backyard. $1,045,000 LISTINGS IN SURROUNDING AREAS TREE-LINED NEIGHBORHOOD One family with a bonus apartment garden level. A must see. Wont last. Solid brick building. $115,000 REDUCED! RARE FIND Spacious LR/DR. Lovely terrace. Near trans. Onsite prkg & elev, convenient location. Southern exposure!!! $115,000 WELCOME TO THIS TOP FLOOR HOME 1BR home in elev bldg, hwf & nice layout. Laundry rm in bldg. Enjoy trans at your doorstep. $132,000 ONE FAMILY DETACHED 50X100 lot. Big bckyd, 3+ parking. Why pay rent when you can own. Wont last. A MUST SEE. $160,000 RECENTLY RENOV STUDIO Full ktch w/SS appls & extra-long granite top island. Fantastic lighting, and great closet space $165,000 QUIET TOP FLOOR CONDO Ample closet space, rec'd ltg, reno. BA & all new windows, view of NYC from BR. Storage & laundry on site, plus common patio w/grill. Fantastic investment property! $175,000 LIVE ON THE PARK! CHARMING 1BR NYC views, HWF, orig moldings, laundry in bldg, modern eik, great closet/storage space, super on-site. $177,000 MUST SEE! RIVERVIEW TERRACE CONDOS! 2BR offers 850sq. ft., elev bldg. Laundry rm & gym. Near everything. $185,000 BEAUTIFUL HOME W/ PANORAMIC NYC VIEWS Oversized balcony, high ceilings, great closet space & NYC trans at your steps. $195,000 HISTORIC TROLLEY HOUSE LOFTS!!! Brand new condo conversion steps from NYC trans & lightrail! 14' ceilings, elevator & huge common rooftop terrace with NYC views. Parking can be purchased for 14 condos & rented for others. All homes have stainless steel, polished concrete or hardwood floors & high end finishes! Starting at $199,000
OVERSIZED 1BR Spacious LR & DR. WIC. Ktch w/custom European cabinets. HWF & crown molding + 160sq.ft. ter w/ NYC views. $224,900 GORGEOUS 2BR/2BA Luxury unit w/ granite cntrs & brkfst bar, lrg living area w/ over-sized windows W/D on each floor & 1 prkg space. $255,000 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!!! 3 condo units for sale. Jersey City Journal Square. Dont miss this opportunity. $290,000 SPACIOUS BERKLEY MODEL Sought after community. Open flrpln, bright & sunny LR w/ eastern exp. SS appls. Cathedral ceilings. $325,000 BEAUTIFUL BRICK ROW HOUSE Home w/ wood burning f/p w/ over looking Hamilton Park. Lrg master BR w/ wic, Jacuzzi. High tin ceilings, HWF, bright unit, 3 priv storage areas, free W/D, common crtyd. $396,000 REDUCED! BRIGHT & OPEN 1BR+DEN/2BA With deeded prkg. Ample living space w/ room for DR, w/d, ss, & granite cntrs. $459,000 TURN-KEY 3 FAM INVESTMENT PROPERTY All units have renov ktchs & Bas, new flooring, w/d in each apt, great yard! $489,000 WELCOME TO HUDSON POINTE Luxury full service bldg on the Hudson River Waterfront. Italian porcelain tiles, viking appls, & granite. Priv patio from LR & master BR. 2 car garage, drmn, pool, gym! $550,000 ESSEX TOWNHOUSE IN WATERFRONT COMMUNITY SS, granite & beautiful tile flrs. 4BR/4.5BA! Empire Bldg views from top flr. $694,900 HENLEY ON THE HUDSON 1457sf 2br/3ba + huge priv outdoor terrace. Custom marble foyer, wall surfaces, tray-ceilings, & dark wood floors. Classic white chefs kit w/ glass bksplsh & Viking appls. $785,000 TRUE 3BR/3BA HOME Formal LR & DR w/bonus room, detailed tray ceilings, chefs kit w/ granite & Viking appls, W/D, & garage prkg. 24hr concierge, lounge, theater, gym, sun deck & infinity pool! $839,000 LIBERTY HARBOR BROWSTONE 4BR+DEN/3/5BA Chefs ktch w/granite cntrs & Viking appls. Spacious flrpln. Fully furnished bsmt. Cherry hwf & rec'd lghtg. Equipped w/state of the art technology. $899,000 2 FAMILY HOME - 2 DUPLEXES Each home w/ hwf & lots of old world touches. Located downtown by PATH & Van Vorst Park. Lower duplex has yard & upper duplex boasts a deck. $925,000 BLDG & LAND FOR SALE Rare find, 172x45 building and lot for sale. Perfect for any type of business. No restrictions on this land. $1,190,000 Please visit www.HobokenProperties.com for more info on our listings.
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135 APT/CONDO/ CO-OP FOR RENT GUTTENBERG 1 BEDROOMFurnished seasonal rental. 2 baths. Fabulous NYC/River views. Utilities/cable/Olympic pool/gym included. Parking available. $1,975P/M. 917-5832638.
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135 APT/CONDO/ CO-OP FOR RENT 3 BR / 2 BA $2700.00. This is a renovated 3 Br/2 BA Apt with NYC Views. The apartment consists of a LR, DR, Eat-in Kitchen, a deck, and 3 very large BRs and 2 Bathrooms (one of the bathrooms is in the Master bedroom). The apt has hardwood floors a kitchen with SS appliances and a LG front load washer and dryer. The rent includes two car tandem parking, hot water, and subsidized heat. Commuting to NYC is very easy, as the bus stop is the last stop in NJ, and the next stop is Port Authority (total commute time is under 10 mins). Shops, parks, dry cleaners, and restaurants are also within walking distance of the apartment. Please email michaelsco@earthlink.net or call 917-544-3112.
135 APT/CONDO/ CO-OP FOR RENT WEEHAWKEN. Furnished 1 BR apartment located less than one block off of Boulevard East. $1,000, plus utilities. Call 212-506-5173
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BAYONNE $499,000 SATURDAY 8/11 1:00PM-3:00PM 99 WEST 38TH STREET The huge remodeled open kitchen includes an industrial grade stove and refrigerator, as well as a wine refrigerator and a microwave complete with a warming drawer. There is a detached garage and a driveway for 4+ cars.
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HOBOKEN $629,900 FRIDAY 8/10 5:30PM-7:00PM 110 BLOOMFIELD ST #2 2BR, 2BTH. Special Friday pm Happy Hour Open House! Amazing gut-reno 1145 sqft 2BR w/CAC, granite counters, SS appls, W/D in unit and private terrace.
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HOBOKEN $1,179,000 SATURDAY 8/11 1:00PM-3:00PM 1125 MAXWELL LN # 555 Incredible, south facing 2bed/2bath at luxurious Maxwell Place. With over 1500 sq ft, you'll find all the rooms in this home to be spacious. Featuring a terrific, open floor plan for entertaining with all the expected modern kitchen finishes.
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JERSEY CITY $190,000 SUNDAY 8/12 1:00PM-4:00PM 135 MONTGOMERY ST. #6F PAULUS HOOK Amazing value for the price! Renovated 1 BR located just 3 blocks to the PATH & Light Rail. This is a doorman bldg which is pet friendly! Come see for yourself.
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HOBOKEN $319,900 FRIDAY 8/10 5:30PM – 7:00PM 80 PARK AVE #4F Alcove Studio, 1BA. Special Friday pm Happy Hour Open House! Sunny 525 sqft alcove studio in elevator bldg w/deeded parking. Converted school house. Amazing location, close to the PATH.
JERSEY CITY $329,000 SATURDAY 8/11 1:00PM-4:00PM 44 SHERMAN AVENUE #B6 NEW LISTING – HEIGHTS Stunning 2BR penthouse condo w/360 degree views of NYC. Features h/w floors, s/s appliances, working fireplace, great light from all new windows, good closet space, private rooftop deck, parking, exercise room in bldg, and more.
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LUXURY RENTAL RESIDENCES IN DOWNTOWN JERSEY CITY • Blocks to PATH and ferry • 24 hour concierge • Spacious layouts w/high ceilings • Private fitness club • Children’s playroom • Cable available • Oak parquet floors in living areas • GE appliances including microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer
LUXURY RENTAL RESIDENCES IN DOWNTOWN JERSEY CITY • Blocks to PATH and ferry • 24 hour concierge • Spacious layouts w/high ceilings • Theatre Screening Room, Billards Room • Swimming pool, tennis cour BBQ area, Club H Fitness center • Indoor & Outdoor Children’s playroom • FIOS & Cable available • Oak parquet floors in living areas • GE appliances including microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer • Storage available
• 3 blocks to PATH, ferry or bus • Private fitness club/24 hr concierge • Indoor/outdoor children’s playspaces • Putting green • 2 rooftop parks • FiOS and cable available • Oak parquet floors in living areas • GE appliances including microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer • On-site parking and storage available
• Easy commute via bus, PATH or ferry • Private fitness club • Children’s playroom • Private swimming pool • FiOS and cable available • Oak parquet floors in living areas • GE appliances including microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer • Beautiful riverfront promenade & park • On-site parking and storage available
1 Bedrooms from $1,920 2 Bedrooms from $2,565 3 Bedrooms from $3,285
Studios from $2,225 1 Bedrooms from $2,480 2 Bedrooms from $3,195 3 Bedrooms from $4,125
Studios from $1,840 1 Bedrooms from $2,190 2 Bedrooms from $3,000 3 Bedrooms from $4,100
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• 3 blocks from bus, PATH or ferry • Oak parquet floors in living areas • GE appliances including microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer available in Hudson Square South • Balconies available in some homes • FiOS and cable available • On-site parking available
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Studios from $1,690 1 Bedrooms from $2,015 2 Bedrooms from $2,950 3 Bedrooms from $5,535
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HOBOKEN $409,000 SUNDAY 8/12 1:00PM-4:00PM 321 BLOOMFIELD ST. #1 REDUCED! SPACIOUS & RENOVATED 1BR. 450 sqft of exclusive outdoor garden & patio space w/addt'l outdoor storage shed. Open flrpln, hwf, ss appls. Full size W/D.
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HOBOKEN $599,000 SUNDAY 8/12 1:00PM-3:00PM 405 ADAMS STREET #3 Beautiful 1388 sqft 2bed/2bath featuring desirable front to back floor plan and highlights an open living room and dining room with French floors to 215sqft outdoor deck/patio.
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UNION CITY starts@$140,000 SAT & SUN 8/11 & 8/12 1:00PM-4:00PM 500 CENTRAL AVE Luxury you can afford at the Lenox Condos. Brand new renovation, shuttle to Hoboken Path, concierge service, gym and 5 year tax abatement. Ask about seller incentive. www.TheLenoxCondo.com. $140,000-$300,000
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SECAUCUS starts@ $539,000 SAT & SUN 8/11 & 8/12 1:00PM-4:00PM 23 VILLAGE PLACE #15 Jacobs Landing is a collection of 33 waterfront new construction townhomes. Choose custom selections and personalize your home. Easy communte via shuttle bus or train. Reserve yours today. $539,000$689,000
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Doing the ordinary with extraordinary faith
Thousands of lives will be saved
I appreciate this opportunity to voice my praise for Dr. Apoltolos Voudouris, MD. Dr. Voudouris (Dr. V), my cardiologist, and when I think of him, the words that come to mind are of the theologian Walter Kasper, “extraordinary things happen, but the real extraordinary comes from doing the ordinary with extraordinary faith.” For Dr. Voudouris the practice of cardiac medicine is ordinary; however, to me it is not and I find myself in awe of Dr. V’s compassion, determination, and talents. Before I met Dr. V, I lived a life of pain and suffering for more than 25 years. My thoughts were of dying and concern about who would take care of my family after I passed. However, because of Dr. V’s extraordinary faith, he has been able to diagnose me - at the ripe young age of 32 - with Atrial Fibrillation, a potentially serious but manageable condition. I owe a great debt to Dr. V - I no longer think of dying but am aware of what an awful lot I have to live for. Thank you Dr. V. You are an extraordinary man in whom I have extraordinary faith.
For over 20 years the Partnership for a DrugFree New Jersey through its distinction as being the largest, continuous public service campaign in New Jersey has blanketed the state with messages to families and children to help prevent the devastating effects of substance abuse. Regardless of caring parents and wellinformed teens, unfortunately, some good kids make bad decisions; bad decisions that lead from experimentation to addiction, and in many cases, criminal charges. Several weeks ago, Governor Chris Christie signed S-881 mandating treatment for non-violent drug and alcohol dependent offenders, as well as expanding eligibility and providing for a phase-in mandatory drug court program. The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey applauds Governor Christie and the New Jersey legislature for their keen understanding of the complex issues of substance abuse and addiction. Through this legislation, which the Governor spearheaded, thousands of lives will be saved, and thousands of families will have hope in this second chance provided to their children.
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1 Leaves are like people Waiting for Water Bread Sunlight While waiting the sunset To settle down And engulfed them one by one… 2 Leaves are like people Searching for Strength Dignity Monument To immortalized their identity Through the pages of time While a caravan of lambs Are roaming around freely… Silently in the wilderness Of Sto. Cristo… 3 Now, Comrade, you are standing Again in the corner Of Langit and Andalucia Streets Recalling the colorful Summer of your life Remembering your downfalls And victories Following the rainbow of your life Full of dreams and hope. Cristino Iloreta Inay Sr.
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Between the lines Feeling stronger every day If anything, Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer should adopt the old Chicago hit from the 1970s as her theme song, the way President Bill Clinton co-opted songs from Fleetwood Mac. Each day, Zimmer’s hold on city government seems to grow stronger and her odds for being reelected next May (or November) look more favorable. This strength only comes in part from the fact that expected option is so fractured that it might be to their benefit, not hers, if the referendum for moving the election to November passes so that they have more time to regroup. As things stand today, the candidates most likely to run in opposition to Zimmer are Assemblyman Ruben Ramos and former school trustee Frank Raia. But Councilwoman Ter ry Castellano appears to be serious in wanting to run as well. This is a nightmare for Councilman Michael Russo, who reports suggest is leaning toward supporting Ramos. Castellano is his cousin, and Russo might have to worry about Raia supporting an alternative candidate in against Russo in the 3rd ward. Ramos also faces some challenges. Although apparently plunging ahead with his campaign in the belief that opposition people will have to support him, Ramos may have an unpleasant surprise when Raia runs anyway and splits the opposition vote. With Raia’s own substantial wealth and the support of the also wealthy
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Councilwoman Beth Mason, Ramos will need to find a significant money source. The other big question in this race is State Sen. Br ian Stack and whose side he will take. Will he support a Ramos run for mayor, or will he back Zimmer? Someone is doing a poll to see who the most viable candidate is in Hoboken, and from the panicked reaction of the Ramos camp, it isn’t him. Nor is it likely Mason. A few knowledgeable people believe the poll might have been authorized by Russo.
Elected or appointed board in WNY?
As reported in the West New York Reporter this week, some people are looking to change from an appointed to an elected board of education. This may be a huge challenge for people who sign petitions, leaving them vulnerable to political retribution in a town where the mayor has already been accused of harassing his political enemies. A popular mayor usually has nothing to fear from an elected board, since he or she can generally get the needed candidates elected to control it. But for a mayor under fire, such as Mayor Felix Roque, an elected board can be a breeding ground for a political uprising, generating legitimate future commissioner candidates. An appointed board usually reflects the wishes of the mayor but also tends to create a more
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p.m. at Holy Rosar y Church, 344 Sixth St., JC. Only Latin Mass authorized in all of HC. Free coffee & cake aft. every Mass.
The Tr aditional Latin Mass is offered each Sunday at 12:30 consistent policy, avoiding for the most part the political bickering that takes place with disputed elections. For Roque, who is already facing a serious threat of recall, an elected board would only cause him more dismay.
Getting Mr. Clean a little dirty
Jersey City Councilman Steve Fulop – who some have dubbed “Mr. Clean” – appears to be facing a rough road on what had seen as a smooth road to the 2013 mayoral election prior to this. His campaign’s overreaction to stories appearing in The Hudson Reporter over the last few weeks may give his political opponents a roadmap to defeating him next May. Until this point, Fulop seemed like a certain winner, but over the last few weeks, his campaign appeared to be coming apart, trying to deal with stories that seem to cast him in a negative light. Two weeks ago, the Reporter published excerpts from a leaked e-mail in which Fulop referred to an apparently secret meeting in May 2011 with elected school board members and with then-acting state education commissioner Christopher Cerf. Fulop had recently downplayed his involvement with the board and with the controversial selection process for a new school superintendent. For incumbent Mayor Jerr amiah Healy, who a year ago seemed unlikely to see reelection, this provides a tool for diverting Fulop’s attention. You can expect a plethora of leaked information that could keep Fulop’s people doing damage control rather than organizing for the upcoming campaign. This is not to say there will be any truth to allegations, but raising questions could help tarnish the Mr. Clean image
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enough for Healy to eke out a victory. Even without these distractions, the Fulop camp has been slow in unveiling its ticket, and since the announcement of three council candidates in May, there has been a lull. If anything, Fulop actually has lost one of the candidates he was to run with as Ward B Councilman David Donnelly, a former Healy aide, has decided not to seek reelection. To date, Fulop has Councilman at large Rolando Lavar ro and Ward E community activist Candice Osborne on his ticket. Fr ank Gar jewsi is reportedly on the ticket, too, although no official announcement has been made. Fulop’s opposition appears to be looking to Brennan, include Councilman Peter Councilman Michael Sottolano, Ester Winters, Michael Young, and Imtiaz Syad. Possible alternative choices might be Charles Epps and Rich Boggiano. Remarkably, neither camp appears to want two of the strongest City Council people, Viola Richar dson and Nidia Lopez, who are likely to run independently and just as likely to win.
Another candidate in the 8th District
In a column talking about contenders for the 8th Congressional District, we neglected to note that Stephen DeLuca is also running, a Jersey City resident who took on the establishment in the past by running against incumbent Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise. Look for more about DeLuca in upcoming columns.
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