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Raritan High School’s Chris Fontanazza (10) eludes Monmouth Regional High School’s Ethan Wallace during the Rockets’ 3-1 victory over the Falcons on Oct. 15 in Hazlet. For more about the Rockets’ fast start in 2020, see Sports page 12.

Four Holmdel residents running for seats on board of education By PETER ELACQUA Staff Writer

our residents are seeking three available three-year terms on the Holmdel Township Schools Board of Education in the November 2020 election. The candidates are Eileen Briamonte, Irfan Lateef, Peter Reddy and Linda Zhang. Briamonte and Reddy are current board members. Lateef and Zhang are running as a team. Briamonte is a 20-year resident of

Holmdel. She has been a private tutor for the past 12 years. She was appointed to the board in 2016 and is running for her second full term on the board. “I am inspired by the great things that will come from the culmination of renovated buildings, new educational spaces, extraordinary new courses, new sports facilities and updated artistic spaces. “There is always more work to be accomplished and goals to be set, and I am

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An eloquent witness to Earth’s changing climate

n his 94 years, British naturalist and broadcaster David Attenborough has explored every part of the Earth, from polar ice caps to equatorial rain forests to African savannas. His acclaimed television series, including “Life on Earth” and “The Blue Planet,” brought exotic animal species into millions of homes, sparking a sense of wonder and discovery. But in his lifetime, Attenborough has seen immense changes to the Earth’s landscape and climate patterns. The world’s population has tripled, nearly half of its wilderness has been lost, and the amount of carbon in the atmosphere has risen by 50%. Thousands of wildlife species are now declining or extinct, as air and ocean temperatures rise. If current trends continue, he says, large parts of the Earth will become uninhabitable in the next 80 years, wildlife will undergo a mass extinction, and our civilization’s survival will be threatened. Attenborough’s newly released film, “A Life on Our Planet” (available on Netflix), is his attempt to change the trajectory of human impact on Earth before it is too late. “This film is my witness statement and my vision,” says Attenborough, speaking directly to the camera, his bright blue eyes clouding with grief at scenes of denuded rain forests, melting ice sheets and bleached ocean coral. For 100,000 years, he said, the Earth was a “Garden of Eden” with an average temperature that did not vary by more than a degree. But the last 200 years of human

domination have disrupted its gentle, reli- of a nuclear power plant explosion in April able rhythms. 1986. Instead of living in harmony with naWith high levels of radiation, the city ture, he said, humans are burning fossil fu- of 50,000 was immediately evacuated els that release carbon into the atmosphere, and abandoned. With no human activity destroying forests that support wildlife and over the past 35 years, the land has been absorb carbon, and in the process are rais- reclaimed by forest and wildlife is now ing the Earth’s temperature. abundant. However, Attenborough finds hope in “If we take care of nature, nature will many places. take care of us,” said Attenborough. “We One such place is Costa Rica, which have to move from being apart from nature in the 1980s was down to only 25% for- to being a part of nature once again.” est cover as a result of Attenborough has an uncontrolled logging. But optimistic vision of how GUEST COLUMN following a concentrated humankind can rescue the • effort to restore forests planet – and civilization – and habitats, Costa Rica is during the next 100 years: MICHELE S. BYERS now 50% forested and is • Switch to renewable renowned as an ecotourenergy. As Attenborough ism destination. points out, “the living world is essentially Another place is the Pacific island na- solar powered.” tion of Palau, which instituted vast noHumans must phase out fossil fuels fishing zones to prevent fish species from in favor of renewable sources like solar, being wiped out by commercial harvests. wind and geothermal. When this happens, With sufficient no-fish zones, Atten- energy will be more affordable, cities will borough believes, species can rebound in be cleaner and quieter, and the power will great enough numbers to be a plentiful never run out. food source in those places where fishing • Plant new forests. “They are the best is allowed. technology nature has for locking away Yet another place is the small, densely carbon,” he says. “The wilder and more populated country of Holland. The Dutch, diverse forests are, the better they are at he said, have become masters at high-tech absorbing carbon from the atmosphere.” farming and are producing more food on • Protect the oceans. The oceans and less land – thus proving the worldwide their phytoplankton are another powerful “land grab” to clear forests for agriculture ally in the battle to reduce carbon in the can be reversed. atmosphere. And the healthier and more One unusual place where Attenborough diverse the ocean life, the more sustainable sees hope is Chernobyl, Ukraine, the site it will be as a food source.

• Reduce population growth. Every species has a maximum population that can be sustained and Attenborough believes humans are hitting their limit. The good news is the number of children being born worldwide each year is leveling off and some countries like Japan have stabilized their population. • Change our diets. If enough people switch their diet to mostly plant-based foods, which use far less land than meat production, more land can be replanted with trees to absorb carbon and provide habitat for wildlife. This is not just about saving our planet, it’s about saving ourselves, emphasizes Attenborough, who said, “With or without us, the natural world will rebuild.” “A Life on Our Planet” is a magnificent addition to Attenborough’s opus, clearly explaining the threats to Earth’s inhabitants and offering a clear pathway to a sustainable future. Attenborough notes that humans are the smartest creatures that ever lived on Earth and the only species that is able to envision the future. Let’s take this wise elder’s advice and act now for the benefit of the planet and all its species. To see trailers for “A Life on Our Planet,” go to https://www.ourplanet.com/en/ video/david-attenborough-a-life-on-ourplanet-trailer/

Michele S. Byers is the executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Far Hill. She may be reached at info@njconservation.org

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he Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University will offer a variety of virtual programs this fall as the museum remains closed to the public due to the coronavirus pandemic and in-person programs are suspended until further notice. The series Saturday Sparks features two art workshops for adults on Zoom. On Oct. 24, join Wes Sherman for “Impression Collage,” which explores techniques for rubbings to capture different textures and forms. Tom Rutledge presents “Watercolors: At Sea” on Nov. 14, guiding participants in advancing their skills by creating their own

interpretations of a nautical scene from the Zimmerli’s collection. No experience is necessary and all are welcome, but space is limited and sessions ($15 to $40) fill quickly. Participants must provide their own materials; supply lists are provided following registration. For complete details, visit https:// go.rutgers.edu/artclasses The Zimmerli invites the public to a free virtual screening of “Political Advertisement X: 1952-2020” on Oct. 27. This 10th iteration of the film series by artists Antoni Muntadas and Marshall Reese surveys presidential campaign com-

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mercials and traces the impact of political media. Zoom registration is required at https://go.rutgers.edu/rutgersPAX Following the screening, the artists will join a discussion moderated by Stuart Shapiro, associate dean of faculty and professor, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy; and John Weingart, associate director, Eagleton Institute of Politics, and director, Education Programs and Center on the American Governor. Art Together offers free family art activities either live on Zoom or recorded to view on demand via Zimmerli at Home. Join upcoming sessions on Nov. 7 and Dec.

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5. Register up to program start time by visiting https://go.rutgers.edu/arttogether Artists of all ages are welcome, but sessions are best suited for ages 5-13, joined by their grown-ups. Recorded sessions are posted on Zimmerli at Home. Visit Zimmerli at Home to explore eMuseum, Make Art at Home, Art + Music, Virtual Backgrounds, online exhibitions, artist interviews, virtual events, and videos. In addition, a recording of Art Before/ After Hours from Oct. 6 is available at go.rutgers.edu/ABAHOct6 Sports........................................................... 12

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prepared and ready for the ongoing challenges,” she said. “The board will conduct a search for a permanent superintendent shortly. The position where the board has the most influence is the selection of a superintendent. This election is important because those individuals elected will be involved in the process to identify the next superintendent. “The type of foresight needed for our board can only be gained from direct experience. It is critical that this decision is made by those who are trusted and have the experience to make this decision in the most decisive and informed manner,” Briamonte said. Reddy is an 11-year resident of Holmdel and has two sons in the school district. He has worked with Honeywell International to design energy saving programs for school districts for 17 years. He is seeking his third term on the board. “I am a strong believer in giving back and trying to help wherever I can. I appreciate what I have and have always been one to do for others. Running for a third term to me is a simple choice as there is more work to do even after all we have accomplished over the last six years,” Reddy said.

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Lateef is a 20-year resident of Holmdel and has four children, with two currently attending Holmdel High School. He has 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry and currently works with a networking startup company. Zhang is a 10-year resident of Holmdel and has two sons attending Holmdel High School. She currently works for Microsoft. The candidates said their priorities as board members would be to ensure the safety of students, teachers and all district personnel while operating during the COVID-19 pandemic; to restore academic excellence. They said all students should thrive in an exciting and motivating environment; to advocate for the importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics; and to review and redirect spending toward proper goals and objectives to hold school taxes at their current level or to reduce school taxes. “We believe that, fundamentally, school is about education and preparing our students for their future; whether that is college or a different career path. “It is important that we provide an exciting and motivating environment so students can thrive and achieve more. It is time to change priorities and focus on providing a more effective academic program,” the two candidates said.

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Four candidates seeking two terms on Matawan council By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer

MATAWAN – Four residents are seeking two three-year terms on the Matawan Borough Council in the 2020 municipal election. The candidates are Democrats Deana Gunn and Stephanie Buckel, and Republicans Anissa Esposito and Joseph Saggese. Gunn is the current council president and Buckel is an incumbent councilwoman. Buckel has been a Matawan resident

for 16 years and said, “I never had aspirations to be involved in politics. I ran for office three years ago because I was disappointed in the direction the town was going before Joseph Altomonte was elected mayor. “I wanted to be a part of a team that was changing Matawan for the better and I wanted to get involved and serve the community. Since joining the council, I have been a part of many major accomplishments and improvements to many areas of the borough,” she said.

Buckel, who is a teacher, said she has worked on a program that led to the improvement of roads that had not been paved in decades. She is the council liaison and chair of the Recreation Committee, which is using state and county grants to improve Main Street. “We have worked to improve the parks, specifically Gravelly Brook Park, which was in desperate need. “We have made major improvements to our historical culture in town, remodeling our Burrows mansion through matching

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years and said, “There are many accomplishments I am proud of from my first term. We have repaired roads, fixed up parks and restored historic landmarks. “We have removed eyesores like two abandoned gas stations on Main Street. We have laid the foundation for infrastructure repairs and upgrades that will allow us to take the next step in developing our downtown and the train station. “We are working with the businesses and people who are interested in investing in Matawan. We are on our way, but we still have more work to do,” Gunn said. Gunn said her background and experience is primarily in financial services. She is working to earn a master’s degree in public administration. “Matawan taxpayers deserve a downtown they are proud of and a community with services and amenities for them to enjoy. I hope the residents give me the opportunity to continue with the team that has a vision of a restored Matawan and will continue to get things done,” she said. “Due to the (coronavirus) crisis, we need to be mindful of our local economy. We have been in touch with our business operators so they are aware of any state and federal support (that may be available). We are listening to what they need. “Since dining outside is something that will help restaurant owners get back on their feet, we have waived the fees for outdoor dining permits and streamlined the process to make it easier,” she said. Gunn said municipal officials implemented a lakeside dining program which was a creative solution to support Matawan’s businesses and to bring new options to residents. If re-elected, Gunn said she would like to continue working to enhance the downtown and transit area to attract new businesses and customers to Matawan. Saggese has live in Matawan for six years and works for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. “I decided to run so there can be a true sense of transparency within our government and so all residents are equally and respectfully heard, regardless of their political background. “(If elected to the council), my first issue would be that Matawan’s government becomes respectful to all residents. “Another issue is to have all town meetings recorded and to be accessible at any time so all residents may view the meetings at their convenience,” Saggese said. Letters to the editor may be sent via email to news@njexaminer.com. All submissions may be edited for length, content, grammar and libelous statements.

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Holmdel Community United Church of Christ is sponsoring a multi-family yard sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 24 at 40 W. Main St. (Route 520), Holmdel. The sale features furniture, toys, sports equipment and household items. New craft items will also be available.

The Monmouth Civic Chorus will present a virtual performance of “Joy to the World: From Our Homes to Yours” at 4 p.m. Dec. 20. This is a free event. Email marketing@monmouthcivicchorus.org with the subject line “Joy to the World” to register. The virtual chorus of more than 60 voices will be joined by celebrated baritone Kenneth Wasser.

Embroiderers’ Guild of America – Monmouth Chapter is dedicated to teaching and sharing the joys of needlework. The organization welcome stitchers of all levels. Evening stitchers will meet via Zoom on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Day stitchers will meet via Zoom on the third Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. Details: Toni, 732-462-5540, or visit website:www.mcega.org

The Monmouth County Park System will present Nature Lecture Series: Raccoons in Your Backyard from 7-8 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Freneau Woods Park Visitor Center, Aberdeen Township. Join a naturalist and learn about these mammals that are smart, adaptable and very inquisitive. Free. Details: 732-842-4000.

The Monmouth County Park System will present a 19th century woodworking demonstration from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 24 at Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel. Watch a carpenter use 19th century woodworking and carving tools during this demonstration. Free. Details: 732-8424000.

The Monmouth County Park System will present Seashell Sunday from 1-2 p.m. Oct. 25 at Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Middletown. See an assortment of mollusks, crustaceans and cool beach finds and artifacts while learning where shells come from and how to collect them without harming the environment. Bring unidentified or interesting finds to share with a naturalist. Free. Details: 732-8424000.

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Raritan opens 2020 soccer campaign with 4 straight wins By STEVEN BASSIN Staff Writer

HAZLET – Teamwork and unselfish play have been the keys to success for the Raritan High School boys soccer team during a 4-0 start in 2020. The Rockets scored 20 goals through their first four contests. “They are unselfish. That’s what it comes down to,” Coach Gregg Cohen said. “They are not worried about stats. They are (looking to) see the win on the scoreboard. That is really what it is. To be honest, I haven’t seen that with too many teams. It’s a beautiful thing.” Senior Chris Fontanazza has led the way on the front line. After spending the past two years at the Players Development Academy in Somerset, Fontanazza has returned to play for his hometown team and has made a big impact. On Oct. 15, the Rockets hosted Monmouth Regional High School of Tinton Falls at Joseph J. DeVirgilio Field. With his team trailing, 1-0, going into the second half, Fontanazza gave the Rockets the spark they needed to get back into the game. Two minutes into the second half, Fontanazza put Raritan on the board with a blistering shot into the net to tie the game, 1-1. Three minutes later he converted a penalty kick - his fifth goal of the season - for a 2-1 lead. “Me coming back as a key player really helps and it’s great to see my teammates push forward from the past years,” Fontanazza said. “I knew I could help them win and I think I’ve proved that.” Later in the half, Fontanazza added his team-leading sixth assist when he found sophomore Lupo Ryder and Ryder scored the Rockets’ final goal. Through four matches, Ryder scored seven goals, including the game-winner in the final minute on Oct. 13 to help Raritan defeat Monmouth Regional, 3-2. Senior Hunter Amoedo scored four goals through four matches, including a hat trick in Raritan’s 7-0 victory over Red Bank Catholic High School to open the season on Oct. 1. Senior Chris Rotondo scored two goals, while classmates Tyler Tristao and Emir Pupovic have each found the back of the

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net once this season for Raritan. “It feels like the work we have put in has paid off and we are coming together as a team,” Amoedo said. “We have all been playing together since we were in elementary school and it feels great to win these games.” Senior goalkeeper Gavin Hersey made four saves in Raritan’s second victory over Monmouth Regional. Hersey had two shutouts through four matches. The team’s Oct. 15 victory over Monmouth Regional was special for Raritan as the team honored its 13 senior players before the game. Cohen was happy to see his squad end

Senior Night with a victory and especially happy his seniors were able to experience the special event with all of the unknowns surrounding the coronavirus health crisis. “It’s all about the guys and their families and all the work they have put in over the years,” Cohen said. “Whenever you can win on Senior Night, it’s beautiful.” Raritan’s focus this season has been playing for each day and if the team gets to tomorrow, Cohen said his players will be ready to keep things rolling each time they take the field. The Shore Conference Tournament will not be played this season because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Rockets’ goal will be to compete for the Shore Conference A Central Division crown and to make a run toward a state sectional tournament title. Cohen believes his players are capable of putting Raritan back on the soccer map after not having a winning season in 2018 and 2019. The way his players have come together to start the 2020 season and their mindset of putting the team first supports that belief in the eyes of the coach. “These boys are eager and willing to bring a championship here. We haven’t won in quite a long time. I think if we go far in the (sectional) tournament, our team can do some damage,” he said.

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hen you walk into a good Italian restaurant, no one needs to tell you where you are. In fact, if you were blindfolded, you would still be able to have a good sense or where you were. First off, the smells emanating from the kitchen would be a dead giveaway. If that weren’t enough, maybe the Sinatra music playing in the background or the clink, clink of wine glasses would be the clinchers. Either way, the Peter Perrotta ambiance of the Italian vibe is usually unmistakable. Such is the case, as well, when you get your fist look at the 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport AWD compact SUV. Quite simply, there is something unmistakably Italian about the look, feel and drive of this SUV. It has that Italian panache and flair. “In a world of bland crossovers, the Stelvio is a spicy Italian meatball in a Ferragamo suit,” write the editors of Car and Driver. That, my friends, is an almost perfect description. Introduced in 2016, the Stelvio is considered a compact luxury crossover SUV that competes with the likes of the BMW X3 and the Mercedes GLC. This crossover is produced at Alfa Romeo’s Cassino Plant in Piedimonte, San Germano, Italy. It is currently Alfa Romeo’s best selling model. In 2018, Alfa Romeo sold about 43,000 Stelvios. It had been quite some time since I had road tested an Alfa Romeo for review purposes. I think the last Alfa Romeo I had driven was the Spider way back in 1994 – the last year that car was produced. That Spider was a two-seat, front engine, rear drive roadster. Like most Italian cars, that roadster had a lot of flair to it. However, most of what I remember about that one week test drive with the Spider was how difficult it was to steer that small car. It steered like a Mack truck. The car was fun to drive, once you got it up to speed, but if you had to do a lot of twists and turns with it, it wasn’t so much fun. Well, suffice it to say, a lot has changed

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at Alfa Romeo since 1994. My one week test drive behind the wheel of the 2020 Stelvio was thoroughly enjoyable. This Stelvio is slick looking, stylish, comfortable on the inside and fun to drive. It’s steering, by the way, is smooth as silk – I guess the engineers at Alfa Romeo have figured out how to fix that issue. The Stelvio I drove was rosso – the Italian word for red – with a slick black leather interior and sporty looking 20-inch aluminum, 5-hole wheels. It has an aggressive and sporty exterior stance. Powering this Stelvio is a a 2.0 liter, four cylinder, turbo-charged engine that puts out an impressive 280 horsepower. The transmission is a smooth eight speed automatic. The Ti Sport – the model I drove – features a dynamic sport tuned suspension that affords this vehicle an exciting ride. It’s fun to drive, handles well through the tight turns and has enough power to do aggressive lane changes and passing maneuvers. The base price of the Ti Sport AWD is $45,745. My tester was equipped with a lot of options and option packages, bringing

the bottom line sticker price to $61,240 as tested. Options included: $2,300 for the Rosso Competizone Tri-coat exterior paint; $2,500 for the Ti AWD sport package; $3,250 for Active Driver Assist package; $400 for the security and convenience package; $1,350 for the performance package; $1,350 for a dual pane sunroof; $900 for an upgraded Harmon Kardon audio system; $200 for a wireless charging pad; $700 for the upgraded wheels; $1,100 for leather dash and doors and $200 for red brake calipers. The EPA fuel consumption ratings for the Stelvio are not all that impressive, but, on the other hand, not terrible. The Stelvio averages 24 miles per gallon – 28 mpg on the highway and 22 around town. The EPA estimates that it will cost, on average, about $2,050 a year in fuel costs for the Stelvio. It uses about 4.2 gallons of gas per every 100 miles driven. The Stelvio has not been crash test rated the by the government’s 5-star crash test yet. For positive points, the editor’s at Car and Driver noted of the Stelvio that it had “unmistakably Italian styling, lively han-

dling and gutsy turbo charged engine.” Agreed. Car and Driver hit the Alfa Romeo for having “a tight cargo area and untested reliability.” I didn’t find the cargo area to be tight at all. I’m not sure what the editors at Car and Driver were trying to fit back there, but I found there to be ample room. Reliability has always been an issue with Italian and French cars. However, since most people lease their vehicles these days anyway, I don’t think reliability should be a major concern if you are considering leasing one of these vehicles because the Stelvo will be covered under the 4-year, 50,000 mile warranty offered, if you lease the vehicle for 3 years. On the other hand, if you are thinking of purchasing the Stelvio and keeping it long term, beyond the basic warranty coverage, you might want to find yourself an able bodied mechanic who can fix and repair Italian cars before purchasing.

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hand-drawn illustrations, historic photographs and other artwork of the borough’s history. Wikoff’s other work includes creating a 75-page condensed version of Allentown’s history. Wikoff has also worked to restore the Allentown Lakeview Cemetery, which is the final resting place for many veterans of the Revolutionary War and early residents of Allentown. Her efforts include restored headstones, interpretive signs and tours offered to Allentown’s high school students, according to the press release. “Alice’s passion and enormous efforts in preserving and protecting Allentown’s history is unparalleled,” Hanlon said. “We owe her a debt of gratitude for preserving all of this information for future generations to enjoy.” The Jane G. Clayton Award, named after the former county clerk who established the Monmouth County Archives, has been given annually since 1997 to an individual who has made a major contribution to the preservation and knowledge of Monmouth County history, according to the press release. The Jane G. Clayton Award Committee members are Monmouth County Historical Commission Executive Director John Fabiano; Monmouth County Historian Randall Gabrielan; Meg Sharp Walton,

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