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Metuchen rallies around the Brainy Boro’s first ever ‘Jeopardy!’ champion By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer
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he Brainy Boro rallied around Alan Johnson, Metuchen’s first-ever “Jeopardy!” champion. Johnson, a software engineering manager, appeared on the game show on Feb. 18 and 19 with interim guest host Ken Jennings, who began the role on Jan. 11. He is the first to step in for long-time host Alex Trebek, who died of pancreatic cancer in November. Johnson shared with Jennings that he is a fan of podcasts. “I listen to some of everything,” he said. “I started off with classic NPR shows and interviews of history, personal finance … basically whatever.” Johnson also shared his wife is expecting twins in May and soon their family will have four children under age four in the household.
During the show on Feb. 18, Johnson’s first answer came in the category of sitcoms for $1,000. With the clue “Regine Hunter, Maxine Shaw and Queen Latifah as Khadijah James,” Johnson correctly answered “Living Single.” Johnson had to bounce back after wagering all his money during a daily double, which he did during the round of Double Jeopardy. He ended the show as the winner with $17,800. During the show on Feb. 19, Johnson came up short in second place. Mayor Jonathan Busch congratulated Johnson in social media posts. Johnson is the first contestant on “Jeopardy!” since 1986 when former teacher Maria LasalviaSeliga appeared on the show. “We couldn’t be more proud of Alan,” he said. (Continued on page 11)
Longtime friends, colleagues remember Superior Court Judge Peter Barnes III By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer
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he sudden passing of state Superior Court Judge Peter Barnes III on Feb. 22 has left longtime friends and colleagues reeling. He was 64. “This is a tough time for me and my family,” said Middlesex County Commissioner Charles Tomaro, who said he and Barnes were best of friends growing up together; both attended John P. Stevens High School in Edison. “His life will be a lasting memory for the rest of my life.”
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The pair screened together for Edison Township Council seats with the Edison Democratic Organization (EDO) in 1995. With a difficult road to victory, they pounded the pavement from Memorial Day to election night, knocking on doors
and eating pizza from local eateries from Tony’s Pizza and Restaurant to La Rosa’s Pizza every night because Barnes’ love of pizza, Tomaro said. “We knocked on doors until we were elected,” Tomaro said as he recalled the campaign. Barnes served for 12 years on the council from 1996 to 2007. He served twice as council president. “He served as council president during his first term on council,” Tomaro said. “There was nobody as loyal as Peter Barnes. If he gave you his word, he did what he said.
There’s not many people like that.” In an interview in 2016 when Barnes was nominated to be a Superior Court judge, he said while on the council, he led efforts with Tomaro to protect open space. Tomaro said at least once a year they would vacation together with their families. Three years ago, they went to Italy; last year he noted Barnes did get to vacation in Key West, Florida, before the novel coronavirus pandemic, but the families were not able to get together. (Continued on page 11)
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communities,” Menendez said in the statement. “Firefighters across the state have been on the front lines of the pandemic and need robust federal support in order to protect the health and safety of themselves and others. I look forward to working with the Biden Administration in our shared commitment to supporting firefighters and first responders.” “As New Jersey’s brave firefighters work to protect others in the midst of this ongoing public health crisis, we must ensure they have the latest training and equipment to keep themselves and our communities safe,” Booker said in the statement. “I will continue to fight for federal funding like this and let our first responders know they will never stand alone.”
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Gov. Murphy signs adult use cannabis reform bills into state law Gov. Phil Murphy has signed adult use cannabis reform bills into law, legalizing and regulating cannabis use and possession for adults 21 years and older (A-21 – The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance and Marketplace Modernization Act) and decriminalizing marijuana and hashish possession (A1897). Murphy also signed S-3454, clarifying marijuana and cannabis use and possession penalties for individuals younger than 21 years old, according to a Feb. 22 press release from the governor’s office. Adult use cannabis is also referred to as recreational marijuana. The laws will not take effect immediately as regulations must be developed as to how and where the product will be sold in the Garden State. No estimate was provided by the governor’s office as to when or where adults will be able to legally purchase marijuana for recreational use. New Jersey has a program in place that permits certain individuals to legally obtain marijuana for medical use. “Our current marijuana prohibition laws have failed every test of social justice, which is why for years I have strongly supported the legalization of adult use cannabis. “Maintaining a status quo that allows tens of thousands, disproportionately people of color, to be arrested in New Jersey each year for low-level drug offenses is unjust and indefensible,” Murphy was quoted as saying in the press release. “In November, New Jerseyans voted overwhelmingly in support of creating a well-regulated adult use cannabis market. Although this process has taken longer than anticipated, I believe it is ending in the right place and will ultimately serve as a national model. “This legislation will establish an
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The executive officials from the current and past Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), New Jersey Restaurant and Hospitality Association (NJRHA) and Fair Franchise Initiative (FFI) were among those who extended their support for this initiative, according to the statement. Dr. Tushar Patel served as the Master of Ceremony and DJ/Singer Rakesh Raj provided live entertainment. Piyush Patel, senior vice president of Owner Relations concluded the presentation. The live event coverage and media PHOTO COURTESY OF MHO HOTELS support was provided by TV Asia, Parikh Worldwide Media, ITV Gold, Indus TV and Experienced hotel owners launched their first-ever Asian Indian hotel franchise, Membership Hotel Organization (MHO Hotels), on Feb. 16 at Royal Albert’s Palace in the TV 9. For more information on how to join Fords section of Woodbridge. MHO Hotels franchise, email info@ mhohotels.com or visit www.mhohotels. com
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The bill prevents unlawful low-level distribution and possession offenses from being used in pretrial release, probation and parole decisions, and provides certain protections against discrimination in employment, housing and places of public accommodation, according to the press release. A-1897 also creates a pathway to vacate active sentences for certain offenses committed before enactment of the enabling legislation. Murphy also signed S-3454 into law, clarifying penalties for marijuana and cannabis possession and consumption for individuals younger than 21 years old. The legislation corrects inconsistencies in A-21 and A-1897 concerning marijuana and cannabis penalties for those underage, according to the press release. In July 2019, Murphy signed
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legislation (the Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical Cannabis Act) to reform New Jersey’s medical marijuana program and expand patient access to medical marijuana, ensuring that medical treatment is affordable and accessible for those who need it most. In December 2019, Murphy signed expungement reform legislation, giving individuals entangled in the criminal justice system the opportunity to fully participate in society, according to the press release. S-4154 eliminated fees for expungement applications and created a petition process for “clean slate” expungement for residents, as well as requiring the state to implement an automated clean slate expungement system. Furthermore, the bill required that low-level marijuana convictions be sealed upon the disposition of a case, preventing those convictions from being used against individuals in the future, according to the press release.
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South River author’s children’s book ‘Sticks in a Bundle’ calls for unity By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer
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ith last year’s presidential election being one of the most divisive in the nation’s history, author Gigi Darko wrote “Sticks In a Bundle” to help children understand today’s political landscape. “I wrote this book because after the elections my daughter noticed a difference in our community. On Route 18 she noticed more political signs, more yelling, more anger from the different parties,” Darko said. “In our own home, we watched the elections in disbelief. She asked about who our new president would be and I couldn’t give her an answer with certainty. I decided to look at what is missing in our country from a child’s perspective.” A South River resident for 15 years, Darko said when parents have young children who are curious about current events, they have to find answers to their questions. “I am an assistant principal at
a school where we have students who do not have both parents. I want them to know it is OK to have one parent. This is a wonderful story about a child’s perspective in today’s climate. Parents can begin the conversation on the political climate of our country using the characters in this story.” “Sticks In a Bundle,” Darko said, is about a little girl named Yaya who traveled to her father’s home country ofGhana. Yaya lost her mother some time ago and travels to visit family. They travel to different places and enjoy the culture. In light of the plight of her country, the United States, she soon learns that her country is not in need of more materialistic things, but rather the one thing it is missing: unity. Darko said the main character is based out of South River, New Jersey and then she travels to Ghana, West Africa. “Initially, I wrote the book after a philanthropy mission trip
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a year or so ago. A group of friends and I went to Ghana, West Africa, and gave 1,500 students educational supplies, scholarships and personal aid,” Darko said. “On that trip, I realized how much everyday things can have so much meaning. I wrote the book then but the ending of the book had not been fleshed out yet.” Darko said once she saw how children reacted to the election, it was clear what she wanted to tell them. “The answers to the problems we face are sometimes right in front of us and oftentimes children see it better than adults,” Darko said. “They really do have that innocent insight that adults lack. So many of us have lost a loved one and it matters when children see their pain in the stories that they read.” Darko said she self-published her latest book through her publishing company Notes Publishers in November. “This book is written for the countless children who don’t understand what is going on in our country but understand that we are a better country when we are kind to each other and stick together. It is for all the children who lost a loved one but somehow find a way to keep their memory alive.” After publishing her second book, Darko said she is also working on a poetry anthology. “This literary work will focus on the inner-city students that I work with among other things. I want the children of our world to know how important their words can be,” Darko said. “How empowering it can be to tell their own stories in their own way. I am also working on a book titled ‘Where is Nicky?’ for children that do not come from conventional families. God loves us all even when we are not like anyone else.” For more information about “Sticks In a Bundle,” visit www. notespublishers.com. Contact Vashti Harris at vharris@newspapermediagroup.com.
Author Gigi Darko wrote “Sticks In a Bundle” to help children understand today’s political landscape. Pictured: The Darko family and daughters.
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“We were looking forward to vacation together again,” Tomaro said. Barnes received his Bachelor of Arts in political science from Gettysburg College, received his Master of Business Administration in management from Fairleigh Dickinson and received his law degree from Widener University School of Law. He served for seven years in the New Jersey General Assembly from 200713 before serving as a New Jersey state senator for three years. While a senator, he served as vice chairman of the Law and Public Safety Committee, a member of the Budget and Appropriations Committee and the State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation committee. In the Senate, Barnes sponsored significant bills, including the 2% budget cap for property tax relief; and the requirement of school districts, nonpublic schools and institutions of higher education to report allegations of sexual assault to law enforcement and institutions of higher education to post information on sexual assaults on their website and provide the information to prospective students. He had also pushed legislation to establish a pilot program in Edison Township requiring the Attorney General to perform police internal affairs functions. “Pete Barnes was truly a special person,” said state Sen. Patrick Diegnan Jr. (D-18), who succeeded Barnes’ Senate seat when he became a Superior Court judge. “His accomplishments speak for themselves: renowned attorney, Edison council president, member of the New Jersey Assembly, state senator, Superior Court judge. However, those achievements don’t define who Pete was. He was a caring and loving human being. In every position he held he worked to help others. Above all else Pete’s priority was his family and friends. The world is a better place because of Pete Barnes. He is surely smiling down from heaven.” Craig Coughlin, speaker of the New Jersey Assembly (D-19), issued a statement on the passing of Barnes on Feb. 23. “We mourn the loss of Judge Barnes today,” he said. “It was an honor to know and serve with him in the Legislature. He was a dedicated public servant whose love for New Jersey and its residents helped lead to important reforms throughout the state.” Further, Coughlin said “throughout his career and in the numerous positions Peter
served within the state, he impacted many. “His influence was vast and his contributions to New Jersey and its communities will be lasting,” he said. “My heart goes out to his wife Katie and his children.” Edison Police Chief Thomas Bryan said he has known the Barnes family since he was in high school. He attended J.P. Stevens with Barnes’ sisters and was a good friend of Barnes’ father Peter J. Barnes Jr., who passed away in 2018. “I worked with Peter Barnes when he was an Edison council member many years ago while I was the [Edison Police Department’s] union president,” he said. “I continued to maintain a friendship with Peter throughout our careers and commonly joined him at many township functions. Pete will be missed very much by our great community and the positive influence he had on so many people. He has made so many contributions to the residents of Edison Township throughout the years.” Mahesh Bhagia, chairman of the EDO, released a statement through social media on Feb. 23. He called Barnes “a true public servant” who made “a profound impact on Edison, Middlesex County and the state.” “A fierce advocate for increasing the minimum wage, reducing sexual assault on college campuses, and recovery housing for those suffering from substance abuse; Judge Barnes was a state senator for the people of our community,” he said. Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker (D-16) said, “Judge Barnes was a dedicated public servant with a unique ability to work with anyone in order to serve New Jersey and the residents of the 18th District. Barbara and I extend my sincere condolences to his wife Katie, mother Barbara, his children, and the entire Barnes family during their time of mourning.” Former Edison Councilwoman Joan Kapitan, who now lives in Florida, served on the council with Barnes. “We have lost a pillar of our community, he will be sadly missed,” she said. Former Mayor Antonia Ricigliano said “it was a privilege to have worked with a young man who was dedicated to the concept of public service.” “Peter Barnes began his career as a pro bono attorney for the Edison Democratic Organization and worked his way up the proverbial ladder, culminating as a State Superior Court judge,” she said. “Peter will be missed by family, friends and those whose lives he touched in both common and profound ways throughout his lifetime.”
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Busch issued a proclamation declaring Feb. 18 “Jeopardy Johnson Day,” which extended into Feb. 19. Borough Hall was lit up “Jeopardy!” blue in his honor. In a social media post, Johnson shared a photo of himself with a cake “Congrats Alan! You’re a ‘Jeopardy!’ Champion” and balloons, which were delivered from Tiny Town. “I’m so happy I could win representing this wonderful town,” Johnson said.
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O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me herein you are my mother. O Holy Mother of God, Queen of heaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity. (Make your request.) There are none who can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (Repeat 3 times) O Mary, I place this cause in your hands (Repeat 3 times) Say this prayer for three consecutive days with a fervent heart and share it with others.
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Prayer to St. Jude Most holy Apostle St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus the name of the traitor who delivered the beloved Master into the hands of His enemies, has caused you to be forgotten by many but the Church honors and prays to you universally as the patron of hopeless cases, of things despaired of. Pray for me who am so miserable; make use I implore you of that particular privilege accorded to you to bring visible and speedy help, where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolations and help of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings particularly (here make your request) and that I may bless God with you and all the elect forever. I PROMISE you, blessed St. Jude to be ever mindful of this great favor and I will never cease to honor you as my special and powerful patron and to do all in my power to encourage devotion to you. Amen. May the most just, most high and most adorable Will of God be in all things done, praised and magnified, forever and ever. Amen.
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Miraculous Invocation to St. Therese O Glorious St. Therese, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and inspire the human family, I implore your Miraculous Intercession. You are so powerful in obtaining every need of body and spirit from the Heart of God. Holy Mother Church proclaims you “Prodigy of Miracles... the Greatest Saint of Modern Times.” Now I fervently beseech you to answer my petition (mention here) and to carry out your promises of spending Heaven doing good upon earth... Of letting fall from Heaven a Shower of Roses. Little Flower, give me your childlike faith, to see the Face of God in the people and experiences of my life, and to love God with full confidence. St. Therese, my Carmelite Sister, I will fulfill your plea “to be made known everywhere” and I will continue to lead others to Jesus through you. Amen.
R.G.
St. Anthony Novena O holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle. Even so, you are the Saint of Miracles. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms; and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen. Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be. R.G.
St. Therese Novena O little Therese of the Child Jesus, please pick for me a rose from the heavenly gardens and send it to me as a message of love. O little Flower of Jesus, ask God today to grant the favors I now place with confidence in your hands.. (mention specific requests) St. Therese, help me to always believe as you did, in God’s great love for me, so that I might imitate your “Little Way” each day. Amen.
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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 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.
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Certified brick paver and retaining wall installer
All Phases of Brick, Stone & Concrete Work Free Designing Available
CALL NICK
732-257-1170
OWNER OPERATED
(Patios, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Sidewalks)
www.budgetpropertymaintenance.com
FULLY INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES
MASON
Storm damage/storm related issues excluded.
POLISH
Tree Service, Inc.
Must present coupon at time of estimate. Exp. 3/31/21
Serving the area for over 31 years! Best from Europe!
NM-00452738
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Painting/Wallpapering
DISCOUNTS 732-605-0362 AVAILABLE Over 30 yrs. • Free Est./Ins.
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ALL WORK DONE BY OWNER
plumbing & heating “Honest, Neat and Professional Service”
www.mattcoplumbing.com
732-418-0011 H
Metuchen, NJ 08840 | info@mattcoplumbing.com
TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL 732-358-5200
NM-00450062
Lawn Care
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March 3, 2021