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Pocket park with beer garden proposed for center of downtown Metuchen By KATHY CHANG

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Jan. 3 marked one year since the tragic passing of Metuchen resident Oscar Zanoni. Zanoni loved riding his bike and was struck by a tractor trailer while riding along Route 27 in Edison in 2020. In his honor, his family and friends lit up the outside of Borough Hall with his favorite color, red. Additionally, the folks at Vision Zero New Jersey Alliance left a memorial bike in front of Borough Hall as a reminder of the disproportionate number of pedestrians who are struck by vehicles every day. Donations in Oscar’s memory can be made to the First Presbyterian Church Food Pantry.

pocket park in the center of downtown Metuchen is on its way. Mayor Jonathan Busch announced the concept of the pocket park, which will be designed with the demographic of the borough in mind, during his mayoral address to the borough at the council’s re-organization meeting on Jan. 1. “The park will transform one of Main Street’s underutilized spaces into a versatile downtown refuge and local gathering place for friends and families and even a quiet place for reflection,” he said. “Here [people] can meet up for a downtown walk, hold an outdoor meeting, grab lunch with a co-worker, eat your ice cream and have a beer.” Busch said the concept of the pocket park was made possible through extensive negotiations with Manasquan Bank, which is moving to the corner of Main and New streets. It is the site of the former Metuchen Savings Bank. (Continued on page 13)

Long-time business administrator for Edison Public School District retires, board reorganizes By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer

ith the retirement of long-time business administrator Dan Michaud, the Edison Public School District is in the process of selecting a new business administrator. “This was a real tough decision to make to retire at this point in time, but I’ve been here almost 35 years,” Michaud said at his last board meeting on Dec. 22, saying his family has been pushing for him to make the decision after coming home many times stressed out from long school days. “I do have to say the reason why I was as

competent as I was had to do a lot with the people who work for me. Nobody more than Judy Cox my secretary. She’s been with me for 33 years and I couldn’t have done it without her. She’s irreplaceable to me and I know she wasn’t ready for me to leave.” Michaud said he is proud of the many accomplishments made in the district during his tenure, which began in 1986. He said at that time the school budget was under $100 million with a student enrollment of 10,500. Now the budget is pressing $270 million and student enrollment is 17,000. “I’ve tried to be as cost effective as

possible on everything,” he said. “I really appreciate everyone’s support given to me over the years.” Schools Superintendent Bernard Bragen said he has known Michaud since he was a student in the Edison School District. Bragen grew up in Edison and began his career in the district. He began the superintendent role on Dec. 9, 2019. “I appreciate that you stayed on a little longer to help me transition,” he said. “Like everyone has said here, you are irreplaceable.” Ann Kluck is serving as acting business administrator until an interim, new business administrator is selected, Bragen said.

Board member farewells In December, the board said goodbye to outgoing board members Beth Moroney and Falguni Patel. The board members did not seek re-election. Moroney said serving two terms on the board has been one of the greatest honors of her life. She said the rebuilding of James Monroe Elementary School has been one of the most outstanding moments of her time on the board. The school was burned down by a discarded cigarette in 2014. In recent years, Moroney has been instrumental in working with the Wingman (Continued on page 10)

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Red Cross teams with NFL to urge blood and plasma donation during National Blood Donor Month

he American Red Cross and the National Football League are teaming up this January, during National Blood Donor Month, to urge individuals – especially those who have recovered from COVID-19 – to give blood and to help tackle the national convalescent plasma shortage. Right now, more donors are needed to help hospital patients. Those who come to donate blood or platelets this month will be automatically entered to win two tickets to next year’s Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles. In addition, those who come to give Jan. 1-20 will also be automatically entered to win the Big Game at Home package for a viewing experience safely at home, with a 65-inch television and a $500 gift card to put toward food and fun. Individuals can schedule an appointment to give blood by visiting RedCrossBlood. org, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or activating the Blood Scheduling Skill for Amazon Alexa. “Blood and plasma donors who have recovered from COVID-19 may have the power to help critically ill patients currently

battling the virus,” Dr. Erin Goodhue, Red Cross medical director of clinical services, said in a prepared statement. “With hospital distributions for convalescent plasma increasing about 250% since October, these generous donations are vital in helping to save lives throughout the winter – a time that is often challenging to collect enough blood products for those in need.” As COVID-19 cases have risen across the U.S., so has the need for convalescent plasma – leading to a shortage of this potentially lifesaving blood product. Like “special teams” units on the field, COVID-19 survivors have a unique ability to make a game-changing difference in the lives of COVID-19 patients. Individuals who have recovered from COVID-19 may have antibodies in their plasma that could provide a patient’s immune system the boost it needs to beat the virus. How those recovered from COVID-19 can help There are two ways COVID-19 survivors can help – through a convalescent plasma donation or by simply giving whole blood. Plasma from whole blood donations that

test positive for COVID-19 antibodies may be used to help COVID-19 patients. Health emergencies don’t pause for holidays, game days or a pandemic – blood is needed every two seconds in the U.S. to help patients battling injury and illness. Blood donation safety precautions To protect the health and safety of Red Cross staff and donors, individuals who do not feel well or who believe they may be ill with COVID-19 should postpone their donation. Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control, and additional precautions – including temperature checks, social distancing and face coverings for donors and staff – have been implemented to help protect the health of all those in attendance. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at the drive and are required to wear a face covering or mask while at the drive, in alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention public guidance.

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Author’s new children’s book highlights friendship, togetherness during pandemic

By VASHTI HARRIS

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“I had to do lots of research and gather a team of consultants to support the publication of this book,” Darko said. “Once we had the most current information, we created a publishing company called Notes Publishers to help other authors who need guidance publishing their book.” Darko said the book can be purchased by visiting her publishing company’s website, Amazon or Kindle. Barnes and Noble is in the process of stocking it as well but had not been finalized as of press time, she said. For more information, about “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pan,” visit www. notespublishers.com.

elling a story of friendship, connection and hope, Gigi Darko’s new book “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pan” showcases positive experiences during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. A South River resident for 15 years, Darko said she has been an educator for 20 years in New York City, and currently is an assistant principal at a school in Brooklyn, New York. “ ‘The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pan’ is about two South River families who have found a way to connect during COVID-19,” Darko said. “There are three little girls on the block, two of them are African, the other is Italian, and they miss playing and sharing during this pandemic. Through a special pan, they have found a new way to share, connect and foster togetherness.” Darko said the book raises several questions that are in every child’s mind: What is a pandemic? Why are all the adults afraid to go outside? What is a protest and why does it mean we aren’t together? “The book shares the sentiment that we have more in common than not. In childfriendly language, parents can begin to have a conversation about what is going on in our world with this book,” Darko said. “It is also a great book to read in schools at the beginning of the year so that children can have a conversation about their summer in a culturally responsive way.” Darko said she wrote the book because as a mother of two young girls, it broke her heart to tell them that they couldn’t go outside but she knew there were other creative things they could do to chase the blues away. “This pandemic has affected us all and I wanted to share how these three little girls found a way to share and bring unity in the neighborhood despite COVID-19, and also because of the protesting that has been going on,” Darko said. Darko said she got the idea to write her book in April after her daughter Gianna asked her and her husband to bake an extra pan of cornbread for their neighbors.

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“The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pan” by Gigi Darko

She said she wrote the book in a day. The process of getting it published took three months. “In our little part of the world, children do not see color. They see friendship, they see laughter, they see good food, and that is what they focus on,” Darko said. “I wrote the book because I wanted to remind our girls that there is always hope when we decide to be kind to each other. I wanted to give parents a way to start a dialogue with their little ones about what is going on in their world.” Darko said Ujaala Shahid is the illustrator, who is an up-and-coming illustrator who lives overseas.

“The book shares the sentiment that we have more in common than not. In child-friendly language, parents can begin to have a conversation about what is going on in our world with this book.” — Gigi Darko

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Chelsea communities to receive COVID-19 vaccine

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accinations are available for residents and staff of Chelsea Senior Living communities. Receiving the vaccine will be voluntary. However, Chelsea founder and CEO Herb Heflich and President and COO Roger Bernier both received vaccines to set an example for their safety. “We ask all of our residents and staff to help us keep everyone in our buildings safe and healthy,” Bernier said in a prepared statement. “To that end, we strongly urge everyone to be vaccinated. The vaccine has been exhaustively tested and approved by the FDA and CDC and is said to be at least 95% effective in preventing illness due to COVID-19.” The vaccine, given in two injections a month apart, will be administered by trained pharmacists from PHOTO COURTESY OF CHELSEA SENIOR LIVING CVS, which is handling vaccines for Chelsea Senior Living founder and CEO Herb thousands of long term care residents Heflich, top, and President and COO Roger and staff nationwide. Bernier both received vaccines to set an

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Change at water treatment plants will affect customers in Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset counties

s part of an annual maintenance program for its water distribution system, New Jersey American Water will temporarily change the water treatment process from a chloramine (combined) residual to free chlorine residual at the company’s Raritan-Millstone and Canal Road water treatment plants. These surface water treatment plants serve New Jersey American Water customers in Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset and Union counties. “This periodic, scheduled change in disinfectant is a standard water treatment prac-

tice that allows us to continue to provide safe, high-quality water for our customers,” Matthew Csik, Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance, New Jersey American Water, said in a prepared statement. “We perform this distribution system maintenance program every year as an added measure to further disinfect the pipelines in our distribution system.” The temporary treatment process will begin on Jan. 12 and continue until the end of April. During this period, some customers may notice a slight taste and smell of chlorine

in their water. This is normal and will only be temporary until the system maintenance is complete, according to the statement. Customers who wish to reduce the taste of chlorine can place water in an uncovered glass container in the refrigerator overnight to dissipate chlorine faster. “As always, we will continue to monitor water quality in the system to provide that customers receive water that meets or is better than federal and state drinking water standards,” Csik said in the statement. The temporary treatment change applies to New Jersey American Water customers

in Hopewell Borough, Hopewell Township, Lawrence Township, Princeton Borough, Princeton Junction, Princeton Township, West Windsor Township; Cranbury, Edison, Jamesburg, Monroe, North Brunswick and South Brunswick; and Hillsborough and Montgomery, among dozens of other municipalities in the area. New Jersey American Water has used chloramines in its water treatment process since the 1970s, according to the statement. For more information, visit newjerseyamwater.com.

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JFK University Medical Center Foundation appoints executive director

ackensack Meridian Health appointed Sheri Marino, MA, CCCSLP, executive director of Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center Foundation. “Sheri brings a wealth of knowledge and notable fundraising experience to her new role at JFK University Medical Center Foundation,” Joyce P. Hendricks, chief development officer, network philanthropy, Hackensack Meridian Health, said in a prepared statement. “I am so delighted to welcome her to the foundation, and I look forward to the wonderful things she will accomplish in benefit of the hospital’s programs, team members and patients and their loved ones.” Marino has a background as a speech pathologist, previously owning and operating her own practices, and having done her internship during college at the Johnson Rehabilitation Institute at JFK University Medical Center, according to the statement. Most recently, she has been working as the executive director and business manager for Autism Healthcare Collaborative. In this role, she led all philanthropy, event planning, business and program development, financial management, marketing and had oversight of the organization’s board. She developed a team of medical experts from across the U.S. and collaborated closely with the team to address the

vast needs of individuals living with medically complex autism. Under Marino’s leadership, the organization raised $2 million to support programs for children and families, according to the statement. Prior to her work at Autism Healthcare Collaborative, Marino was the director of Pediatric Health Initiatives for Focus for Health Foundation, whose mission is to empower individuals with information to make good health care decisions for their families. In this position, she was an integral part of the rebranding of the organization to expand the vision and mission to focus broadly on chronic health issues, according to the statement. She assisted in the review and selection of foundation partners and grantees to carry out advocacy, education and legislative initiatives and

had event planning responsibility. Marino worked closely with physicians and scientists in the field of alternative and functional medicine and has also authored articles on pediatric health issues related to genetics, epigenetics and environmental causes of chronic illness. “I am so pleased to welcome Sheri to JFK University Medical Center Foundation and I am confident that she will be an added strength to our team,” Joseph Yewaisis, chair, JFK University Medical Center Foundation Board of Trustees, said in the statement. “The board of trustees and I look forward to working closely with Sheri to raise critical funds that will allow us to further care for our communities and support essential services and programs at our hospital.”

Marino will work closely with Yewaisis, as well as Amie Thornton, chief hospital executive, JFK University Medical Center, and other hospital administrators, to lead vital fundraising initiatives for hospital services and projects. “I am thrilled to join JFK University Medical Center Foundation and lead its fundraising initiatives,” Marino said in the statement. “JFK University Medical Center has provided exceptional care to patients and their loved ones for 60 years, and I look forward to working with the medical center’s dynamic team to support them in their efforts to provide excellent, compassionate care.” To make a gift to JFK University Medical Center Foundation, call 732-632-1540 or visit www.jfkmc.org/donate/.

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Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute elevating standards for people with amputations

argaret Anderson dismissed her sudden and unexpected exhaustion. She was, after all, keeping up with her 4-year-old son while caring for her infant daughter. So, she asked her husband, Eric, to put the children to bed and she dragged herself to the living room couch. The next morning, she awoke to find alarming black splotches spreading across

her lower body. Her husband rushed her to her local physician, who sent the couple racing to Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center as Anderson’s blood pressure dropped and her pulse became dangerously low. Anderson, a high school English teacher, faced life-threatening septic shock. A highly specialized medical team began fighting to save her life in the emergency

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inpatient rehabilitation and then outpatient rehabilitation. As she improved, the JFK Johnson Prosthetic/Orthotic Team prepared her for her artificial limbs, created at the JFK Johnson Prosthetic/Orthotic Lab. Because JFK Johnson is connected to an acute care hospital, she was able to begin rehabilitation therapy with a specialized team even while she remained hospitalized for serious medical conditions. “Margaret was assessed by a comprehensive rehabilitation team very early on,” said Sara Cuccurullo, M.D., who oversaw Anderson’s rehabilitation during her entire time in JFK Medical Center, and who is vice president and medical director of JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute. “We worked each day to advance Margaret through the continuum of care.” Anderson remembers waking up after the amputation. “The realization came in episodes. I remember at first that I couldn’t swing my legs over the side of the bed to brush my teeth,” she recalled. “I felt helpless.” After Anderson’s amputation, special-

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ized physical and occupational therapy focused on pre-prosthetic training, which includes strengthening, balance, and endurance. The team performed often painful stretching exercises to protect Anderson from flexion contractures, which can reduce the range of motion in the knees and hips and make it impossible for her to ever walk with prostheses. The team also worked to strengthen her cardio and pulmonary function. “It was all-encompassing,” Anderson recalled. “I couldn’t even sit up! I’m thinking, ‘How will I ever hold my baby?’ But every day they worked with me. Every day it was something new … Building my arm muscles, strengthening my core. They kept challenging me to do more every day.” Once Anderson was medically stable, she was transferred to JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute under the care of Richard Malone, D.O., FAAPM&R. The JFK Johnson team of nurses and therapists continued to work on her medical care and pre-prosthetic goals. She also was assessed by Heikki Uustal, M.D., medical director of the Prosthetic/ Orthotic Team. As Anderson continued to improve, she was discharged to the outpatient part of the JFK Johnson continuum, where Dr. Uustal took over her care. Dr. Uustal remembers the earliest days of Anderson’s care. “Here you have an active mom and suddenly this horrible thing happens and her legs are amputated. It’s overwhelming,” Dr. Uustal said. “You can’t just say, ‘Here are your artificial legs.’ You have to start preparing the whole body. You have to strengthen the leg muscles that are still there. You have to strengthen the core and the arms. You need to work on balance and endurance. The goal for us is: How can we get you back to as close as possible to the life you had before?” Anderson also worked closely with Sue Callaghan, PT, Clinical Specialist, Prosthetics and Orthotics. At the beginning, Anderson was in a wheelchair. “Sue was pushing me to burst through milestones,” Anderson recalled. “I was lifting weights. Lifting a laundry basket. You can’t say ‘no’ to Sue. She said, ‘You

will walk to your car and drive again. You will walk down a slope. Down the stairs.’ She pushed me in a way that I needed to be pushed.” After the wheelchair, Anderson started with the artificial limbs and arm crutches, then a rolling walker, and then she stood — without support — on the prosthetic limbs. She recalls a sense of triumph, but also recalls the moment as bittersweet: “I was standing again. But it wasn’t the ‘me’ I used to be.” Yet there was time for humor. At the Anderson household, the joke was: Who will walk first? Baby Emilia or her mother? “I won,” Anderson said, laughing. During the process of creating the right prostheses for each patient, Dr. Uustal asks patients about their lives. What’s most important? What activities do they care about? Anderson’s prostheses were created at the JFK Johnson Prosthetics and Orthotics Laboratory, also in Edison. First, the technicians created a mold, and then created the preliminary limbs, and finally, permanent limbs. “I remember Dr. Uustal said, ‘Tell me what you love to do. I said I used to love the beach. He said, ‘Then we will make your legs that let you walk on the sand,’” Anderson recalled. She was on a first-name basis with technicians at the prosthetics lab. For Anderson, the milestones were learning to drive with hand controls and passing her driver’s test on the second go-around (“I was never good with parallel parking!” she said) and then taking both her children on a shopping trip to Target. Today she suspects her stem cell treatments for cancer more than a decade ago compromised her immune system and made her susceptible to the pneumococcal infection that caused her septic shock. Anderson continues to rely on JFK Johnson when she needs new prostheses and support as her life changes, including after a bad fall last year that left her with broken bones. Register to view the video premiere of Hackensack Meridian Health’s first-ever patient spotlight episode featuring Margaret Anderson airing on Jan. 12.

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program and social emotional learning. The Wingman program is a youth-led social and emotional learning experience in memory of Dylan Hockley, one of the first grade victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School mass shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, in 2014. Patel said during her three years on the board, she has strived to serve with integrity. “If I was able to significantly impact one child’s future, it was all worth it,” she said. “Right now people are scared, students, teachers, parents, everyone is scared because of the [novel coronavirus] pandemic. The long-term effects on our health and children’s physical and emotional well-being are still unknown. The next few months will be crucial and some really tough decisions will need to be made. As a board it is important, now more than ever, to not let noise distract you away from what you are here to do. And that is to move this district forward. Remember your actions will set the tone for the entire district.” The board also said goodbye to board member Ralph Errico, who served his last day on Dec. 31. He began his second term in 2019. He served as board president in 2020. Shi, at the re-organization meeting, announced Errico stepped down and recognized him for his five years of service.

Re-organization The Board of Education reorganized with two new board members on Jan. 4. Former Gov. Richard Codey swore in Jerry Shi, who begins his third term; and newcomers Mohin Patel and Virginia White. Shi, Patel and White, who ran on the Edison First slate, won the three, threeyear terms available on the Edison Board of Education in the November election. During the re-organization meeting, Shi was selected to serve as board president. He previously served as board president for two years in 2018 and 2019. Patel was selected to serve as board vice president. Shi said each year brings new hope and new promise. He said he looks forward to working with board members, administrators, educators, staff, parents, students and the school community. “I’m confident if we work together we can reduce some of the financial burden placed on the taxpayers in Edison without sacrificing the quality of our education system,” he said. “I’m confident that we will put the word public back into the Edison Public Schools by creating a more open accessible and resident friendly education center that communicates with the public in a timely manner. I’m confident that we will prioritize the health and wellness of our students and staff and give our community the resources they need. Most importantly, I’m confident that we will be able to ensure our 17,000 students are offered the best education as possible as our schools continue to shine brighter than ever.”

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Star Tom Payne Talks Shocking End Of Season 1, Return Of ‘Prodigal Son’ On Fox By Ryan A. Berenz FOX’s devilishly twisted psychological drama Prodigal Son returns for Season 2 on Jan. 12, and there are a lot of questions that need answers, the first being: “WHAT?!” Ainsley (Halston Sage) revealed that she’s more of a daddy’s girl than she let on after a shocking incident involving Endicott (Dermot Mulroney). Now her brother, Malcolm (Tom Payne), has a literal and figurative mess on his hands. As Season 2 opens, Malcolm’s relationship with his imprisoned father, Martin (Michael Sheen), is about to get even more complicated. “Malcolm spent the entire first season — and his life — trying to distance himself from his dad, and trying to have a relationship with him but not allow him to have any control,” Payne says. “Now, there are only three people in the world that know exactly what happened in that room, and Martin is one of them. And the only person Malcolm can really talk to is Martin. So that’s Malcolm’s nightmare situation.” One question fans won’t have to ponder for long is the fate of NYPD Lt. Gil Ar-

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Inside the Mind of Agatha Christie By Rick Gables

xplore the fascinating world of bestselling novelist Agatha Christie with two PBS specials. First up is Inside the Mind of Agatha Christie on Sunday, Jan. 17, at 10 p.m. ET, followed by Agatha Christie’s England on Sunday, Jan. 24, at 10 p.m. ET (check your local listings). Surpassed only by the Bible and Shakespeare, Agatha Christie is the most successful writer of all time. Her books have sold over a billion copies in English and a billion in translation. She wrote an astounding 66 murder mysteries, several plays including The Mousetrap, the longest-running play of all time, and her classic works continue to be adapted for film and television. But how did a refined, upper-class British girl evolve into the queen of crime, poison, and murder? Inside the Mind of Agatha

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Christie explores what made Agatha tick. Dr. John Curran has spent years pouring over her personal archive, a treasure trove containing letters, manuscripts and 73 meticulously kept notebooks in which she documented everything she saw and heard. He and others explain how the author used her experiences to weave together formidable plots. Agatha Christie’s England explores how the author drew on her surroundings and the people she encountered to create her extraordinary and timeless canon of work. Through a tour, we see that the settings in Christie’s stories were drawn from real places. Turner Classic Movies offers us a night of espionage and mystery on Friday, Jan. 15, beginning at 8 p.m. ET/PT. First up is a comedy/mystery favorite, Charade, starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn, filmed in scenic France with

Henry Mancini’s memorable score and song included. Then James Stewart and Doris Day find themselves wrapped up in an assassination plot while vacationing in Morocco in Alfred Hitchcock’s The Man Who Knew Too Much. TCM’s evening continues with the gripping film noir, The Third Man, starring Orson Wells and Joseph Cotten. The film is set in Vienna, during the Cold War period. Hallmark Channel will premiere its original movie, Love in the Alps, starring Nazneen Contractor and Brooks Darnell, on Saturday, Jan. 23, at 9 p.m. ET/PT. When an average guy is gifted a luxury trip, he is mistaken for a millionaire. He and the concierge who is making this once-in-a-lifetime trip happen end up hitting it off after spending time together. Will she feel the same way about him when she learns the truth?

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Not All News Is Good, But This Film Is By Paul Hall

ith today’s news traveling as fast as the push of a button, it is sometimes remarkable to think that some updates used to take days, weeks or even months to find their way to the next town. Such is the case for the people of Texas in the new film News of the World, in theaters now. Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd (Tom Hanks) has served his country in three wars. Now, five years after the end of the Civil War, Captain Kidd travels from town to town reading the news of the day with emotion and style. It’s the news courtesy of a plethora of newspapers from around the United States and the world. He plays to packed houses wherever he travels as people come to hear the good, the bad and the humorous from the far reaches of the world. Along his travels he

comes across a scared young girl, Johanna (Helena Zengel). Johanna was taken in by the Kiowa people after her family was attacked years earlier. Raised as one of their own, she fears the captain at first, as Kidd is trying to find anyone along his path to turn her over to and leave her. But as the travels continue and the bond grows, he knows there is simply one place to leave her: with family. The journey is filled with outlaws and landowners who try to use Kidd as a mouthpiece to speak to the masses their various rhetoric. Kidd has his own set of morals, but he is missing his wife who has been left behind after his last military stint and does not travel with him. Alone, Kidd wants to move on and keep to his life, but Johanna is there to possibly alter that plan. Will she? The majesty of a land that was once present in our country is on full display in this Paul Greengrass film. The director

of such varied efforts as multiple Bourne films, United 93 and 22 July has found a way to tell the nuanced story of News of the World. This is a film that looks at a country divided in the post-Civil War era and the ingrown attitudes that a simple story might have the power to change. The importance of the print media in the evolving country is amazing to witness. Hanks is stoic and impressive in his turn as a man who is trying to navigate the evolving landscape. He is able to colorfully deliver the news to a crowd that sometimes does not appreciate or like him very much, drawing on his military experience and talents to get him through. The revelation of the film is Zengel. She needs to deliver emotions without

words that some would struggle with. Zengel’s growth through the film is the reason she connects with viewers. You need to form a relationship with Zengel and Hanks to truly drive home the emotional side of the journey that is fraught with peril. Although moments of the film slowed, I found myself absolutely invested in the characters and truly concerned about the outcome of the film. Far from perfect, News of the World gives most viewers what they want: a meaty Tom Hanks role set against a beautiful backdrop. News is important to us all, and when delivered by the right person, we see the value of the people behind the stories. Paul’s Grade: B News of the World Rated PG-13 Stars: Tom Hanks, Helena Zengel Director: Paul Greengrass

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With the move, Manasquan Bank, which was previously at 429 Main Street, will consolidate all its offices to the new location. The bank has donated the drivethru on the property to the borough. Busch said since the property will be owned by the borough, a restauranteur will be eligible to hold what is known as a concessionaire’s liquor license for purposes of opening a beer garden in the park. “Studies have shown that downtown pocket parks provide increased opportunities for gatherings and relaxation and they make counties safer and more sociable,” the mayor said. “We expect we are 18 months out from making our downtown park a reality.” During the address, Busch reflected on the “woes and chaos” of 2020. He said despite challenges, borough officials never lost sight of the agenda set at the beginning of 2020. “In 2020, we were challenged as individuals, as a community, in ways we could never have imagined,” he said, adding the borough took a proactive approach to protect and take care of one another during the novel coronavirus pandemic. As the borough begins 2021, Busch said they have set another ambitious agenda for the year ahead.

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He said soil tests are compete on the property adjacent to the Metuchen First Aid Squad, which is being looked at for the next site of the Metuchen Fire Department. “Just this week we received an engineering report, which will help determine our next steps towards design and construction,” he said. Construction of the Durham Avenue sewer station, a shared service agreement with Edison Township, will begin in the fall. Maintenance of dangerous trees will begin with the help of $100,000 secured from the county. The borough will also expand the Human Relations Commission (HRC) from seven to 11 members to further develop HRC’s programming and efforts in the years ahead. “Representation is an important first step, but certainly not the final step as we strive to do a better job in ensuring that every aspect of our borough looks like the community we serve,” Busch said of expanding the HRC. During the re-organization meeting, Daniel Hirsch and Tyler Kandel were sworn in to their seats on the council. The two Democrats won the three-year terms that were available on the council in the election on Nov. 3. Councilwoman Linda Koskoski was nominated to serve another term as council president.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, located on Oak Tree Road in Edison, will hold its second virtual Mahjong tournament on Feb. 10. Play on RealMahJongg.com for three rounds of 12 games. The opening ceremony is at 10 a.m. via Zoom. Play from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Winners will be announced at 1:45 p.m. There will be Amazon gift card prizes. The cost is $18 per person. There will also be a 50/50 raffle at $5 per ticket. Must register by Feb. 4. Zoom registration information will be sent upon receipt of tournament registration. Contact Diane Mael, director of Adult Services, by emailing dmael@jccmc.org to get an invitation, rules for scoring and registration information. Recognizing the bravery and commitment of volunteer firefighters and first responders, New Jersey American Water announces its 2021 grant program for volunteer fire departments, ambulance squads and first aid squads located within the company’s service areas. Grants may be used to cover the costs

of personal protective equipment, communications gear, first aid equipment, firefighting tools, vehicle maintenance and other materials that will be used to support volunteer firefighter and emergency responder operations. Reimbursement for specific training courses, including the cost of training manuals, student workbooks, and instructors is also eligible. To apply, organizations must complete the application available at www.newjerseyamwater.com under News & Community, Community Involvement. The maximum grant amount awarded to any organization is $2,000. The deadline to apply is March 12. Interested applicants can find more information and apply online at www.newjerseyamwater.com/community. Grant recipients will be notified at the end of March. Chug Ivrit, for intermediate to advanced Hebrew speakers, will meet at 11 a.m. Jan. 17 via Zoom. The group reads a Hebrew article or story and chats in Hebrew. To RSVP, contact Rachel at rachel@ weintraubworld.net or 732-819-9298.

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ON THE ROAD PETER PERROTTA

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hen it comes to Nissan’s Altima – their best-selling sedan – my household is no stranger. When my wife first started to drive, we purchased a pre-owned Altima (1998) that served us well. That vehicle was passed down to my 22-year-old son when he first started to drive. It logged over 150,000 miles without asking for much. After laying the ’98 to rest, we purchased a 2011 pre-owned Altima, several years ago, which we still own and love. That car still runs strong. It only has about 88,000 miles on it and has never needed much maintenance. Needless to say, my family is a big fan of the Altima. Recently, I jumped behind the wheel of a brand new Altima to see what the latest version of this popular mid-sized sedan Peter Perrotta was offering these days. The vehicle I tested for one week is the 2021 Nissan Altima 2.5 Platinum AWD sedan. The Altima got a fresh new top-tobottom and inside out redesign two years ago. That look still carries with the 2021 models. The top-of-the-line Platinum edition carries a base price of $34,100. My tester stickered at $36,745. Additional options added to my tester included: $205 for splash guards; $395 for premium paint (Pearl White); $300 for floor mats, trunk mat and a hideaway net; $400 for illuminated kick plates; $420 for rear spoiler and $925 for destination and delivery. When it comes to which model Altima to choose, there are several options. “Enhancements for the 2021 model year include revised grade level content, with the SR grade now slotted above the SV,” says a release from Nissan. “This brings the lineup order of S, SV, SR and Platinum in line with the other Nissan sedans. There is also the addition of a new SV premium package.” The Altima is offered with two different engine choices – a 2.0 liter, 4 cylinder variable compression turbo engine which generates about 248 horsepower and a standard 2.5 liter, 4 cylinder (non turbo) that gets about 188 horsepower. Both

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engines are paired with Nissan’s continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). My tester was equipped with the 2.5 engine. I found the 2.5 to be adequate enough for around town driving. I was a bit disappointed in its performance when I tried to push it when I needed to make an aggressive passing move or needed it to accelerate for getting on the interstate. However, that being said, I tend to be more of an aggressive driver. For someone who drives more conservatively – like my wife – this engine and power is more than adequate. My overall impression of the fairly newly redesigned Altima is that it is a very competent mid-sized sedan that checks a lot of the right boxes. It has an attractive appearance, inside and out. The exterior is more up-to-date looking and sportier and more aggressive looking. The inside is plenty comfortable and roomy and offers enough attractive ergonomics to make it appealing to most. The overall ride and handling is above average. The steering is smooth and easy. It handles and corners well and takes

bumps without much jostling. The only thing I would add here is this: For me, the Altima doesn’t provide a tremendous “Wow!” factor – if that’s what you’re looking for. And, mind you, not everyone cares about a “Wow!” factor for their cars. Most people are content with a good, solid car that checks a lot of the aforementioned boxes. And, this car does do that. The folks over at Car and Driver gave the 2021 Altima high marks for having a “quiet and efficient standard powertrain, spacious and comfy cabin and available four-wheel drive.” Car and Driver knocked the Altima because they said its turbo engine was not compatible with its all-wheel drive system, had brittle ride quality and wasn’t as engaging as its top rivals (Honda and Mazda). I didn’t drive the turbo engine Altima so I can’t comment there. Car and Driver’s overall verdict hits at my “Wow!” factor comment. “The Altima has some unique options and sporty characteristics, but it doesn’t inspire like the segment’s best,” says the editor at Car

and Driver. Well, I’m not sure I totally agree with that comment. I don’t find the Honda Accord or the Mazda 6 all that inspiring either. Like the Altima, both are very competent midsized sedans with good track records for reliability, but their “Wow!” factor is about the same as the Altima, if you ask me. The Altima I drove for one week has an EPA gas mileage rating of 29 miles per gallon overall – 35 miles per gallon in highway driving and 29 mpg in city driving. The EPA estimates that the Altima will cost about $1,400 per year to run on fuel as it uses about 3.4 gallons of gas per every 100 miles driven. The Altima received impressive results in the government’s 5-star safety ratings crash test. It got 5 stars for its overall vehicle score. Peter Perrotta’s On The Road column appears weekly. For questions or comments he can be contacted at pperrotta@ comcast.net.

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PRAYER IS POWERFUL Oh, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine of splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. Oh, Holy Mary Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this petition. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein you are my Mother. Oh Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse in thee (3Xs). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3Xs). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. + Say this prayer 3 consecutive days and publish prayer after petition is granted. Do not despair. Additional advice and petition. Pray the Rosary regularly. F.A.M.

PRAYER TO ST. JUDE Oh Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near Kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need, to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return, I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. Say three Our Fathers, three Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. St. Jude pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. This Novena has never been known to fail. This Novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. Thanks.

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