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HARRISON – The town of Harrison, with a current population of about 14,000 but growing thanks to several new residential projects rising in its waterfront redevelopment area, now has a second hotel. It is the Element Harrison, the brand’s second hotel in New Jersey, along with the Element in Ewing Township, just outside Princeton. The 138-room facility off Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. S. is just steps away from the Harrison PATH station and across the street from the Red Bull Arena. Its construction – developed at a cost pegged at $43 million – comes a decade after the development of the 165-room Hampton Inn & Suites on the Harrison Riverwalk, close to the border of downtown Newark. Element Harrison is expected to generate an annual PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) for the town of $189,000, according to Harrison CFO Gabriela Simoes Dos Santos. From the Hampton, the town receives a $170,000-a-year PILOT fee, she said. Additionally, Simoes said, “A 3% hotel tax is remitted by the hotels directly to the state, see HOTEL page

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he corner house at Grand Place and Stewart Ave. doesn’t really stand out in any particular way, but it’s drawn a lot of attention from neighbors – and not in a good way. Many packed the assembly chambers at last Tuesday night’s Town Council meeting to demand that the town take action to kick out its new occupants, clients of a “recovery house.” And the town is taking steps to do just that if the building’s owner and tenant fail to comply with various building code and zoning-related violation notices. But the new tenant insists that when the dust clears, folks will see there’ll be nothing to worry about. Nonetheless, what irks neighbors like Joanne O’Malley, who teaches a half-block away at Roosevelt Elementary School, is that the building – vacant for most of the summer

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Angry neighbors of ‘recovery house’ (inset photo) on Grand Place packed Town Hall last week.

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A harvest of plenty in special garden By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent HARRISON– Somewhere in Harrison, there is a magical place. If we were telling this story as a fairy tale, it would begin: Once upon a time, there was

a small plot of land on which a happy home had stood. But one day, the king’s men came and tore the house down, leaving the land lonely and forsaken. Soon, bad people found the place and used it as a trash heap, and it got uglier and lonelier, because the

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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – tarting next month, the Kearny Farmers Market will be offering a new, sweet treat as part of the fresh, Jersey-grown produce for its patrons. We’re talking vino, folks. The town governing body voted last Tuesday night to permit the Four Sisters Winery in Warren County to conduct wine tasting and sales on specified Thursdays – Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 – at the Farmers Market on Garfield St. That’s contingent on state Alcoholic Beverage Control Board approval. Councilwoman Susan McCurrie, Fourth Ward council representative on the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone Development Corp. board that sponsors the market, said that during the past year, the state amended its regulations to allow the licensing of wine sales on a temporary basis. McCurrie said she’s been advised that, “they run a very controlled operation.” The only downside, from the customer’s point of view, is that senior vouchers won’t be accepted toward the purchase of wine at the market, McCurrie said. Still, she noted, there will be opportunities to taste the product. “They’ll pour out a one and a half ounce free sample,” the councilwoman said. Asked if there would be any restrictions on the number of samples available to a customer, McCurrie said: “I guess we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it. … We’ll

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of promoting New Jersey home-grown products,” she added. If you’re wondering about the product, here’s some background on Four Sisters Winery from its website: The Belvidere-based property “sits nestled in a beautiful valley amidst the rolling fields and picturesque hills of Warren County ….” The business, opened in 1984, is run by Matty Matarazzo “on his 250-acre farm” where visitors are welcome, January through April, for “educational tours and comprehensive wine tastings.” It has “won over 100 regional, national, and international awards for red, white and fruit wines.” Don’t expect to find “traditional European varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, etc.,” the website warns, since they can’t abide the frigid winters of America. Their wines “are made from grapes known as a Vitis Labrusca (Native American) and a French American Hybrids, which are a crossbred of traditional European varieties and Native American varieties” adaptable to “cold weather viticulture” in the U.S. Four Sisters has recently planted “two new varieties [of grapes] known as Frontenac and Marquette from the University of Minnesota that are very cold hardy and can produce exceptional red wines.” And they have a sevenacre apple orchard that produces juice for several of their wines, such as “Sadie’s Apple, Spicy Sisters and Captain’s Choice.”

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Town OKs Passaic Ave. builders’ deal ties at older retail properties on the mall site shortly earny is another step before tearing down those closer to seeing new structures, starting in Nocommercial developvember. ment along its Passaic Ave. Then, the firm figures it corridor, close to its East will be undertaking “infraNewark border. structure, beginning early The town’s governing body next year, for the BJ’s prosigned off last Tuesday night ject,” Ballou said. on a three-year redevelopUnder terms of the redement agreement for a portion veloper agreement, DVL of the Passaic Ave. Redemust pay the town $50,000 a velopment Area with DVL year in “administrative fees” Kearny Holdings LLC and its plus consultant fees by Oct. 1 principals Alan Casnoff of and each year thereafter until Philadelphia and Lawrence J. the town has issued a cerCohen of New York. tificate of completion for the Key to that mobilization is project. However, the fee will construction of a BJ’s Whole- be adjusted downward based sale Club on the east side of on a formula keyed to the Passaic Ave. which will be “gross building area of the positioned as the “anchor” new buildings” completed. of several new retail stores Those new buildings planned for the area near will be an 87,788 square ShopRite. foot structure to be leased Eric R. Ballou, principal of to BJ’s Wholesale Club, a InSite Engineering, the Wall 35,000 square foot, one-story Township firm hired by DVL structure to house one retail to assist with the project, client and a 17,000 square told the mayor and Town foot, one-story structure that Council that DVL expected will house five smaller retail to begin disconnecting utili-

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tenants. Other than BJ’s, no other tenancies have yet been announced by DVL. Additionally, the agreement calls for DVL to pay the town $90,000 in administrative fees owned for 2013 and 2014 for which DVL was “in arrears from prior redeveloper agreements.” DVL must also provide to the town $184,000 as its contribution toward the eventual

construction of a Passaic River Waterfront Park/Walkway within the next decade. DVL has pledged to try to hire Kearny residents as construction workers for one out of every five jobs on the project. DVL will put up $75,000 in “condemnation escrow” to acquire easements from Kmart. Some history on the pro-

ject: In December 2000, the town declared 86 acres in the southwestern part of Kearny to be in need of redevelopment, and in 2001, the mayor and council adopted the original Passaic Ave. Redevelopment Plan which was revised in 2007 and amended in 2014 to allow for the construction called for in the agreement approved last week. – Ron Leir

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Marking 9/11 anniversary in Kearny Kearny public schools recalled the 9/11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania Sept. 5 with observances at all school sites where We Remember 9/11 flags were flown with the American flag. At Kearny High School, members of the Honor Society jointed four 9/11 Tribute

Center representatives – Robert and Patricia Nussberger of Queens, N.Y., and Jose and Sonia Agrun of the Bronx, N.Y. – in raising the American flag and a We Remember 9/11 flag. Robert Nussberger is a retired New York City firefighter who was injured at the WTC site on the day of the attack and Jose Agrun is a

retired New York City police officer who spent 100 days at the WTC as part of the search and recovery effort. Both couples serve as volunteer tour guides at the 9/11 Tribute Center in Manhattan. The KHS memorial ceremony, led by Kearny’s Martin Nystrom, who was among the emergency responders at the WTC, concluded with

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KEARNY – ack in April, Kearny police apprehended a Bayonne man for allegedly engaging in a “lewd and lacivious act” -- on two separate occasions -- in Walmart. David Harper, 35, had reportedly been pleasuring himself, in close proximity to female shoppers. Police said he had fled the store after the initial offense, but when he returned about three weeks later, the KPD located him on the premises and arrested him. Harper was charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct. The police also obtained a DNA swab from the suspect and entered the information in the national DNA database. Last week, New York City police advised the Kearny Detective Bureau that, thanks to that DNA sample, the NYPD had developed Harper as a suspect in two sexual assaults in the city. KPD Chief John Dowie said

Celebrate Chinese Festival at KPL The Kearny Public Library, 318 Kearny Ave., will host a Chinese film night Friday, Sept. 26, at 6 p.m., in honor of the 2014 MidAutumn Festival, celebrated annually in China, Taiwan, Vietnam and the Philippines. The classic 1991 film “Raise the Red Lantern” will be screened. Traditional mooncakes will be served. Celebrated during a full

moon on the 15th day of the eighth month in the Chinese calendar, the festival is marked by giving thanks and gathering with family and friends. Also known as the Mooncake Festival, it often features these small round pastries filled with red-bean or lotus-seed paste. Set in 1920s China during the warlord era,

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s of press time, I am sure controversy will still be whirling around the NFL -- i.e. What did the league honchos know about the Ray Rice incident and when did they know it? That bothers me less than another aspect of the case: The fact that Janay Rice knew everything she needed to know about her then-fiancee, and knew it instantly, as soon as he belted her in the jaw in that Atlantic City elevator. And yet, she still chose to marry the creep. And, incredibly, she is defending him, and attacking the media for allegedly ruining her happiness. I have nothing but admiration for people who counsel victims of domestic violence. The prime reason for that being that I know I’d be incapable of offering such aid. And the prime reason for that being that I am incapable of understanding why any woman would remain in an abusive relationship -- be that abuse physical or emotional. (Yes, I know men are also the victims of domestic violence, but I am focusing here on my sex.) I have heard a variety of explanations. Some women don’t know any better. Having been raised in abusive homes, they think this is the norm. (The U.S. Department of Justice notes: “Frequent exposure

to violence in the home not only predisposes children to numerous social and physical problems, but also teaches them that violence is a normal way of life therefore, increasing their risk of becoming society’s next generation of victims and abusers.”) Some women stay with a brutal spouse, or boyfriend, “for the sake of the children.” Some have been brainwashed in a sort of Stockholm Syndrome manner. Some are completely financially dependent on their abuser. Some are simply afraid to leave. (Again, from the DOJ: Victims who leave their abusers are 75% more likely to be murdered.) And some insist they still “love” the man who is assaulting them. These may also be the reasons why such women are reluctant to even press charges against the abuser. New Jersey is one of the enlightened states that no longer requires a victim’s cooperation for the law to be enforced. Gone are the days when the beaten and bloodied victim could plead that the man with blood on his hands not be handcuffed and taken to the pokey. In N.J., if police are sent to a domestic-violence call, and there is “evidence of an assault, it’s a mandatory arrest,” a source in law enforcement told us.

him having no money of her own to speak of. But she left. And built a happy life. So happy that it wasn’t until I had known her for years that I learned of her prior situation. She is one of my heroines. Janay Rice is not. Ray Rice knocked her cold and dragged her body out of that elevator as if she were a bag of trash. And she defends him? What kind of message is she sending to other victimized women? Her Instagram message, posted after the knock-out blow portion of the video was released and hubby was cut by the Ravens, blasts the media and the public for their “unwanted” opinions and ends thusly: “THIS IS OUR LIFE! What don’t you all get? If your intentions were to hurt us, embarrass us, make us feel alone, take all happiness away, Top photo TMZ, bottom Google Images you’ve succeeded on so many Images from the now-infamous videotape levels. Just know we will continue to grow & show the This is a step forward, but reasons cited above, I cannot the assailant could still walk comprehend why any woman world what real love is!” Real love? free. would stay with a man if he What don’t you all get? “If the victim doesn’t show even raised his hand to her. I, I don’t get any of it. At all. up in court,” the source told or he, would be out the door But I can hope that the us, “most likely the charges in an instant. will be dropped.” Also, I have known only one video of her being punched unconscious might just raise I don’t know the statistics, such victim in my life (unless the consciousness of some but I bet a lot of victims don’t others have kept it hidden). other woman who might gain show up. And I met her long after she the will to free herself from Now, I must admit, this had left her abusive husband. abuse. column is being written in Left him taking her three Help is out there. But you virtual ignorance. I have not children with her. Left him not have to want help. been the victim of domestic knowing where she would go violence. Despite the or how she would live. Left – Karen Zautyk

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KPD: Drug bust near middle school A North Arlington man, found slumped inside a car in the vicinity of Lincoln School, was arrested last week on drug charges after he was found to be in possession of 14 folds of suspected heroin, Kearny police reported. KPD Chief John Dowie said Officer Jack Corbett, patrolling near Midland and Kearny Aves., observed Darryl Sarra, 33, asleep in a parked Kia at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. The car was running and its lights were on. Corbett shut off the engine and removed the keys before rousing Sarra, who reportedly “immediately fell back asleep.” The officer summoned an ambulance and, while awaiting its arrival, noticed a small wax fold on the driver’s lap, Dowie said. A seach incident to Sarra’s subsequent arrest produced 13 additional folds, the chief noted. Sarra was transported for treatment to Clara Maass Medical Center, where blood and urine samples were taken for evidentiary purposes. He has been charged with:

possession of heroin with intent to distribute, intent to distribute within a school zone, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended, driving under the influence and possession of CDS in a motor vehicle. Police said he also had an outstanding North Arlington warrant. ••• Other recent reports from the Kearny police blotter included the following: Sept. 5 At 10 a.m., Officers Jack Grimm and T.J. Hernandez were dispatched to a South Kearny business, which had reported the misuse of a company credit card by a former employee. They detained Ricardo Barnes, 35, of Queens, N.Y., and a warrant check indicated he had four: two from Ringwood and one each from Maplewood and Millburn, police said. After he was arrested on those, Woodland Park police advised the KPD that complaints had been filed against him for credit-

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man was described as AfricanAmerican, 5-feet-seven, 170 pounds, with short black hair, wearing a hooded striped polo sweater, light blue jeans and sneakers. Twice before in the past two months, the same individual had used $250 in counterfeit bills, the owner told police. Police confirmed the $100 bill was fake. ••• Having been alerted to a burglary on Grant Ave., officers were patrolling in the area of Grant and Washington Aves. when they were waved down by a passerby who told them a “suspicious” man was at Grant and River Road. When police arrived there, they said they found a man matching descriptions given by the passerby and from a witness to the prior burglary walking on River Road. After learning that the individual

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Dino Costa coming to you live, online, from his Western digs By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Glenn Beck did it when he had had enough with the suits at Fox News. Sarah Palin is even giving it a try, though we’re not so sure how much success that’ll have. But for the first time in modern sports-radio history, which technically dates back to 1987 when WFAN launched in New York, a nationally known sports-radio host has started an online-only, subscriber-based sports-radio network he hopes will make him and his investors big bucks — and that he hopes changes the way his fans get their sports radio. Dino Costa, who spent the last few years with Mad Dog Radio on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio and before that, was on numerous terrestrial radio stations throughout the country, launched dinocostashow.com four months ago when he didn’t renew his contract with Mad Dog Radio and the suits at Sirius/XM. Bringing Costa’s always entertaining — and extremely controversial show — to the Internet has changed the way sports radio shows are conducted now for many reasons, but most notably, not having to deal with the restrictive rules of the Federal Communications Commission. “There are no rules, so it’s really the Wild, Wild West of sports radio, isn’t it?” Costa told The Observer exclusively. “When there are no rules, we can truly do what we want. And that’s exactly what we do.” But it was hardly the FCC’s rules that got Costa interested in doing online-only sports radio. Instead, he says it’s because too often, the suits at Sirius/XM refused to realize

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his potential — and to market his show and talents properly. “I was thinking of this prior to my departure at Sirius/ XM, however,” Costa said. “And after that, I had an opportunity to meet with the folks at Fox Sports out in Los Angeles. But long story short, an investor who was also a fan contacted me, asked me if I really wanted to do this, and I realized this was as good a time as any to break into the digital platform. “So I wrote to the folks at Fox, thanked them, and let them know I was going in a different direction. And on May 5, we launched dinocostashow.com.” Costa says the digital platform has led to the “most fun” he’s had in his 18-year radio career. Each show is broadcast with crystal-clear video of Dino in his studio. It’s also simulcast audio only. If listeners miss a show, each one is archived for later viewing or listening. The show also now has its own app for iPhones and Androids. But Costa says the new platform can be trying, at times, especially considering there

are no commercials. “It can be mentally fatiguing at times, but there’s an organic flow to the show we never had before now,” Costa said. “And every time I go into that studio, I have go so with the mindset that the entire world is listening to the show. We have fewer listeners now than when I was on Sirius/XM, obviously, but I must treat every show as if the audience was enormous. People are giving us their hard-earned money to listen. “So it is a challenge in one way, but an absolutely fun and enjoyable way to broadcast.” While many in radio say Internet-based stations won’t succeed in the long term, Costa says not so fast to all the naysayers. Since many cars are now coming equipped with 4G WiFi access, and many more will in the future, Costa believes the digital radio platform is not only here, it’s here for the long haul. “Let’s not forget that there are some digital-only news platforms that are now out performing traditional newspapers,” Costa said. “If those

kinds of sites can succeed, why can’t digital-only radio? It only makes sense that it’s more than possible.” Ideally, Costa says he hopes this is the last “job” he ever has in radio. But he also says he’d be foolish to cast aside any possible future opportunities that might arise. “If other opportunities present themselves, I’d be foolish not to consider them,” he said. “But I really believe this is the future of radio, the future of sports talk radio. And each day since we’ve launched, we’ve gained more and more subscribers. We’ve never gone backward. That’s a real sign this is going to succeed.” Matthew Mandel of Kearny has been a huge fan of Costa’s work, dating back to his arrival at Mad Dog Radio. He says having Costa’s show online rather than on satellite or terrestrial radio has made it significantly better. “He doesn’t answer to anyone anymore,” Mandel said. “When he was on Sirius, he never got the respect he deserved from his bosses. Now, he holds nothing back at all. He tells it like it is. If a team

or an athlete ticks him off, he’s going to say so — and he could do that without the fear of potential consequences. “That has made the Dino Costa Show so much better than it was before.” Mike Ranford of Belleville agrees — even though he hasn’t always been a fan of Costa’s. “He says what he means and he means what he says,” Ranford said. “There were times in the past he’s said stuff that just infuriated me. But when you think of it, that’s what sports talk radio is all about. It’s purely entertainment. And with an online platform, Dino entertains while bringing his fans the best sports radio has to offer. “He is much better off today without Sirius/XM as far as I am concerned. I just hope the online platform takes off and people are willing to pay a minimal fee to get better sports radio than any of the two terrestrial stations in the area (WFAN and WEPN) can offer.” Contact Dino by sending an email to talktodino@gmail. com.

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huddle on her sheltered porch during inclement weather. after it was sold in June – sud- “That house has been a safe denly became a focus of activ- zone for our kids,” she said. ity, with strangers going in and But now, she said, “I’ve seen out “at all hours of the night.” men with no shirts, tattoos Town officials said the lifting weights on that porch.” property had been leased to Aside from O’Malley, some Valentine House, described by dozen residents expressed its website as a “self-run, self- their concerns at Tuesday’s supported recovery” group meeting. Among them was whose mission is “to open and Carole Gualtieri, who lives implement transitional homes next door to the house and for recovering addicts and who said that while she emalcoholics.” Residents “must pathized with the occupants’ have job income, show proof goal, “This is not the place to of income [and] be committed do it. Our children shouldn’t to living a sober lifestyle ….” have to pass this house, not “I fully understand addicknowing the men in it. Get tion is a disease,” O’Malley those men removed from my told the governing body Tues- neighborhood!” day. “I have seen it in my own Responding, Mayor Alberto family. The problem is this is Santos said he, too, had conan unregulated organization cerns about the “transiency” coming in.” of the residency arrangement Noting that the organizaat the house. It’s in that contion’s website lists “anger text, the mayor said, that the management” classes as town objects to how the propone of its services, O’Malley erty is being used – which, wondered: “What if a fight he added, appears to be as a breaks out and rolls out into “rooming or boarding house, the street when kids are going or hotel, which is not permitto school?” ted in an R-1 (one-family) When the former owner was zone.” still around, O’Malley said, And, he said, since the propshe would invite youngsters to erty owner has no certificate SOBER from

of occupancy for the current use, the owner “will have to go to the zoning board which determines whether a use variance should be granted.” To that end, Kearny Assistant Construction Official Anthony Chisari has charged the owner, Jaqueline Lopes of Kearny, with “allowing single family residence to be occupied as a rooming house without having received the proper prior approvals” and with violating “conditions of the certificate of occupancy.” Additionally, both Lopes and Valentine House were ordered to “eliminate rooming house activities immediately.” “They have until Oct. 3 to deal with the problem,” said Town Construction Official Michael Martello, or face possible penalties totaling $8,000, at the discretion of the municipal court. Resident Tina Torres warned that unless the town did something quickly, neighbors with children would likely “sell” their homes. And neighbor Maureen Kilduff added: “I’m not letting my children outside to play. I’m scared.”

Police Chief John Dowie, who lives near the house, said he has assigned plainclothes units to monitor the area. “Anything that happens, don’t be afraid to call [headquarters] and have it documented,” he said. Charles Valentine, founder and director of Valentine House, which also has facilities in Lyndhurst and Montclair, told The Observer that tax records list the Kearny property as a single family dwelling and anti-addiction centers are protected by federal law prohibiting discrimination against those with a disability. While he understands “what the neighbors are going through,” their fears are misplaced, Valentine said. Valentine, who says he’s a licensed minister counseling people in recovery at The Life Christian Church in West Orange, said: “We run a ‘Sober House,’ people living there are going to work, volunteer their time for community service – we’re an asset to the community.” The movement of people in and out of the house wit-

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Keypoint Mortgage eases process of getting a mortgage, refinancing By Ryan Sloan Observer Correspondent

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GARDEN from season. Just because this was the right thing to do. The End The best thing about this story is that it’s true. We have not met the Gardening Angel. We don’t even know her name. Which is fine, because we would not identify her anyway, lest the king's men get annoyed. Besides, we are told she speaks no English. We learned about her from a Harrison man, Tony DeOliveira, who showed us the garden and told us its history. We are not going to give its location, either. The folks in the neighborhood know where it is and appreciate it, and that is enough. “I’m here 16 years,” DeOliveira said, "and it was an eyesore until three years ago, when she started the garden." The land, which belongs to the state, had been more or less abandoned, and it became an illegal dumping ground. “It was disgusting,” he said. "People would pull up in trucks and throw their trash over the fence. "I contacted the state to put up No Dumping signs," He told us. "That didn't work. No sign in the world would stop it." “This,” he said, waving his hand toward all the greenery, “stopped it.” The plot is overflowing with plants. From a distance, one might think it’s all wild growth. But venture closer, and you see the herbs and fruits and vegetables. Squash, eggplant, tomatoes, watermelons, cilantro, and

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Garden neighbor John Silva with giant summer squash. At r. from top: buckets for water beside garden path; Tony DeOliveira points out cucumbers and eggplants (the latter have grown to watermelon-size).

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The Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee will hold a Halfway-to-St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser Wednesday, Sept. 17, 6 to 9 p.m., at the Belleville Knights of Columbus on Bridge St. The event will honor the past grand marshals and deputy grand marshals. Admission is $35 for adults ($15 for those under 21). Guests will enjoy corned beef and cabbage, dessert, beer, wine and soda. The Eamonn Ryan Showband will entertain. The Belleville Public Library and Information Center, 221 Washington Ave., will screen the animated musical fantasy/comedy “Frozen” (PG) Saturday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. Belleville Elks Lodge 1123, 254 Washington Ave., hosts its monthly breakfast Sunday, Sept. 21, 9 a.m. to noon. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children under age 10 and free for children under age 3.

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The Class of 1964 of St. Cecilia High School is holding a 50th reunion dinner Saturday, Oct. 4, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Mama Vittoria Restaurant, 160 Franklin Ave., Nutley. To attend, contact Kathy McCourt Jackes at kathyjackes@yahoo. com or 908- 303-9993; Kathy Walsh Vecchio at katvec46@ gmail.com or 973-865-0402; or Nancy Branin Waller at nancy. waller2@verizon.net or 201889-6229 by Sept. 25. St. Cecilia Church, 114 Chestnut St., sponsors a flea market Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors are welcome. For more information, call 201-991-1116. All proceeds benefit the parish. The Kearny Police Department, 237 Laurel Ave., in partnership with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, will once again be participating in Operation Take Back Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants are asked to use the Bloomfield department’s Forest St. door Certified school counsefor the Juvenile Aid Bureau. lor Allen Regar provides Turn in expired, unused, or information on researching unwanted prescription or over and applying to college at a the counter medication. This seminar Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at Bloomfield Public Library, 90 is an anonymous drop off. No ID required. For more inforBroad St. mation, call Officer Corbett at 201-998-1313, ext. 2820. Harrison Kearny Lions Club sponsors Harrison Downtown Community Development Partner- a bus trip to Sands Casino, ship and Neighborhood Pres- Bethlehem, Pa., Sept. 27, leaving from 60 Kingsland Ave. ervation Program sponsors a at 9 a.m. Price is $35. Tickets Flea Market and Collectible Show Saturday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m. include $20 for slots and a $5 food voucher. For tickets, call to 5 p.m., on Harrison Ave., between Second St. and Frank Alvin at 201-997-9371, ext. 18, E. Rodgers Blvd. Admission is or Jo Ann at 201-998-3018. Kearny UNICO hosts free. “Wheels for Vic,” a fundFour exhibitor spaces are available for free to any school raiser to purchase a power or local organization. Call 201- wheelchair for Kearny resident Victor Muniz, Sunday, 998-1144 for a reservation. Oct. 5, at 1 p.m., in the former Holy Cross Church Boystown gym, 499 Belgrove sponsors a bus trip Sunday, Drive. The $30 admission Sept. 21, to the Taj Mahal in covers a raffle, lunch and live Atlantic City, leaving from music. Muniz was paralyzed Holy Cross School, Frank after a tree branch fell on him E. Rodgers Blvd., at 10 a.m. during a 2008 summer storm. Refreshments will be served For tickets or more informain the school basement starting at 9:15 a.m. Cost is $30 tion, contact Lou Pandolfi at ($25 returned in slot play.) Call 201-368-2409, Joseph Sgalia at 201- 998-6879, Rossana Joan for reservations at 973McLaughlin at 201-407-7262, 481-2434 (leave your name, or Judy Hyde at 201-991-5812. phone number and number The committee also welcomes attending).

present a live bat exhibit. A portion of the proceeds go to bat conservation and rehabilitation groups nationwide. Suggested donation is $5. Registration is recommended and appreciated. To register, go www.njmeadowlands.gov/ ec or call 201-257-2231. The Masonic Club, 316 Riverside Ave., hosts all-youcan-eat crabs and cole slaw (chicken available for nonseafood eaters) Saturday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m. Admission is $20 at the door. For reservations, call the club at 201-933-1330. Lyndhurst Garden Club meets Monday, Sept. 29, at 7:30 p.m., at the Senior Citizen Building, 250 Cleveland Ave. Topics include designed flower beds, gardening in pots, and more, plus a raffle and social hour. For more information, call 201-939-0033. The Woman’s Club of Lyndhurst sponsors an indoor garage sale Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Senior Building. Lyndhurst Public Library, 355 Valley Brook Ave., hosts an autumn craft program for grades 1 to 4 Monday, Sept. 29, 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Registration is Lyndhurst required. To register, call the The Lyndhurst Food Pantry, library at 201-804-2478. 253 Stuyvesant Ave., resumes Veterans of Foreign Wars’ normal business hours on Post 3549, 527 Valley Brook Monday, Sept. 22. Pantry Ave., hosts a karaoke party hours are Monday to ThursFriday, Sept. 19, at 8 p.m. The day, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Interested VFW hall is available for all patrons must submit proof of occasions. For more informaneed to the Health Departtion, call the post at 201-939ment, 601 Riverside Ave., 3080. Suite 1. For more information, The Lyndhurst Health call the department at 201Department announces the 804-2500. following programs. To regUnited Presbyterian ister, call the department at Church, 511 Ridge Road, hosts 201-804-2500. a Victorian tea, sponsored by • A bi-annual women’s the Meadowlands Museum, health clinic, arranged Sunday, Sept. 28, 3 to 6 p.m. through a partnership with The event includes a lecture Clara Maass Medical Center, on the history and preparation is scheduled for Wednesday, of tea, plus live music. Oct. 1, at 9 a.m. The clinic Tickets are $30 and availoffers education on breast able at the museum, 91 Crane self-examination and a PAP Ave., Rutherford, Wednesdays test and is open to township and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 residents ages 18 and over. p.m. • A free meditation course New Jersey’s “Bat Man” Joe is offered weekly on TuesD’Angeli and his Batmobile days, 6 to 7 p.m., starting Sept. will be at the Meadowlands 16, at the Community Center, Environment Center, 2 DeRiverside and Tontine Aves. Korte Park Plaza Friday, Sept. For more information, call the 19, 6 to 9 p.m. D’Angeli will Health Department. both monetary and/or gift donations for this event. Trinity Church, 575 Kearny Ave., hosts a fish, chicken and chips dinner Friday, Oct. 3, 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and two for $30. Take-out will also be available. Tricky Tray will be held 8 to 9 p.m. For tickets, call Annamarie at 201-9982368 after 5:30 p.m. Pathways to Independence sponsors its 13th annual Walka-Thon Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 a.m. to noon, at West Hudson Park, Schuyler Ave. entrance. All are welcome. Proceeds benefit adults with disabilities who attend Pathways programs. For more information, call Pathways Executive Director Alvin Cox at 201-9979371, ext. 18. Redemptoris Mater Seminary, Kearny, sponsors a 5K run Sunday, Sept. 28, beginning on S. Midland Ave. at 6 p.m. This run is one of many events being held to raise much-needed funds for the seminary. There is a $25 registration fee. More information is available at www.rmnewark. org or fathermanuel@gmail. com.

United Presbyterian Church sponsors a vintage marketplace and gourmet food truck fest slated for Sunday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1050 Wall St. West parking lot. Admission is free.

North Arlington

Learn all about the history of newspapers in the United States with journalist Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta at North Arlington Public Library, 210 Ridge Road, on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 6:30 p.m. The library’s Historical Fact and Fiction Book Club meets Thursday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. and the Friends of the Library Book Club meets Friday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. The library’s Comics Club for ages 6 and up meets Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 3:30 p.m. Queen of Peace Church celebrates the 22nd annual International Prayer and Fasting Campaign Monday, Sept. 22, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the LaSalle Center, 200 Ridge Road. For more information, call 201-997-7000.

Nutley

The Art Workshop program for grades 1 to 6 resumes for an eight-week fall session Oct. 11. Classes will be held Saturdays at the Recreation Department, 44 Park Ave. The fee is $30 per child. Class size is limited and applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Online registration is available at https://nutleynj. my.gov-i.com/recreation. For more information, call 973284-4966 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Department of Parks & Recreation is accepting Recreation Basketball registration for the 2014-2015 season. This program is open to Nutley youngsters in grades 3 to 8. Teams compete in a recreational league format and are grouped in divisions by grade. Boys and girls will play in separate leagues. The program seeks to provide ample playing time for all participants, teach the fundamentals of individual see AROUND TOWN page

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Rosko named Agent of the Month LYNDHURST – George Rosko, who has spent seven years with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Coccia Realty, is the company’s Real Estate Agent of the Month for July in the Lyndhurst office, owner and President John (Jan) R. Kwapniewski announced. Rosko, the agency’s top rental specialist, has closed 51 agreements to date in 2014, representing the most of any agent locally and the fourthhighest and top 1% of any agent in the region’s 500-plus agencies, according to statisKPD from

a summons for DWI. Sept. 7 At 1 a.m., Officer Chris Medina arrested Marcos Mendez, 36, of Kearny, at a Howell Place residence on a

tics from the N.J. MultipleListing Service (NJMLS). “His number of transactions are extraordinary,” said Lyndhurst Branch Manager Michael Amoroso. “George is a very hard worker, readily available to his clients. He is ethical and professional, and he works seven days a week. Whatever needs to get done, George gets it done.” Rosko, a real estate agent for 16-plus years, lives in North Arlington and serves clients from Harrison, Kearny, Lyndhurst, North Arlington and

Rutherford. Rosko says he enjoys his work with BHGRE Coccia not just because of the people, but because he knows his voice is heard. “I always know that when I have ideas or concerns, I can always bring them to our broker John,” Rosko said. “And he listens. If he believes it’s a good idea, he’ll run with it. If he doesn’t think it’s a good idea, he’ll say so, but he’ll always explain why he doesn’t think it’ll work. That’s very important to me.”

In addition to rentals, Rosko handles residential and commercial sales, leases and property management. Kwapniewski, like Amoroso, sang Rosko’s praises. “We were very fortunate that George chose my company,” Kwapniewski said. “He’s one of the hardest workers you’ll ever find in this industry, and I am very happy to have him on board as long as we have.” Rosko is a member of the National Association of Realtors, Eastern Bergen County Board of Realtors, Garden

harassment warrant issued by Kearny. Mendez was also reportedly found to be in possession of two hypodermic needles and was charged with that offense. ••• At 3:45 a.m., Officer Derek Hemphill witnessed a Honda

speeding north on Kearny Ave. at Linden Ave. As he followed the car, it reportedly ran two red lights, made a U-turn on Seeley Ave. and pulled into a driveway. Police said the motorist, Angel HenriquezDilone, 20, of Kearny, admitted he did not live at that address.

So why did he enter that driveway? Police said his response was, “Because I knew you were chasing me.” Back-up Officer Medina conducted FSTs on the apparently intoxicated man, who was then taken to HQ and given an Alcotest. HenriquezDilone was charged criminally with eluding police and received summonses for DWI, reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals.

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Sept. 10 Michael Voss, 46, of Kearny, whom Vice detectives had under surveillance, was seen exiting a bus in Kearny at 8:15 p.m. and was found to be in possession of nine folds of “Bread & Butter” heroin, police said. He was charged with possession of the drug and drug paraphernalia. – Karen Zautyk

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Kardinals kick off new season with solid win

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NA boys’ soccer: Life without Cordeiro It’s not every day that a high school soccer team gets a player who could move from forward to midfield with ease, then score 30 goals and add 19 assists in the process. But that’s what Danny Cordeiro did for the North Arlington boys’ soccer team last fall, en route to becoming the 2013-14 Observer Male Athlete of the Year. Cordeiro is already weaving his magic for the New Jersey Institute of Technology soccer squad. So when the 2014 boys’ soccer campaign kicked off recently, the Vikings had to learn about life without Cordeiro. “It’s not easy,” said NA head coach Jesse Dembowski. “We do have a solid senior group this year, but no one who could do what Danny did. As a group, the team is very dedicated and determined.” That’s already been proven, as the Vikings have marched out to a 4-0 start thus far, including big wins over Saddle Brook and Becton Regional last week. “We have a lot of younger kids coming up who have a lot of

talent,” Dembowski said. Senior Matt Smykowski is the Vikings’ main man in net. Smykowski became the team starter with roughly 10 games remaining last season. The Vikings ended the year at 9-7-1. “Matt is a tall kid who was our JV (junior varsity) goalie for two years,” Dembowski said. “He’s very confident in goal and not afraid to come out of the goal to make plays.” The sweeper is senior Nick Awad. “He’s a tall, physical player,” Dembowski said. “We used to have him in the midfield, but he naturally gravitated toward the defense.” The stopper is senior Moises Polanco, who started last year at the position. The rest of the back line will be made of seniors Ed Lozado and Frank Pace and junior C.J. Burbach. Senior Vinnie Ribeiro is the top returning starter in the midfield. Ribiero scored eight goals last year. Fellow senior Jose Ruiz is another returning player in the midfield. Dembowski likes see VIEW page

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The Kearny football team opened its 2014 season with a solid win over Newark East Side. From l. are: Owen Martinez, Nick Springer, head coach Nick Edwards, Damien Torres, Gabriel Dos Santos and Michael Amaro.

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t’s the second year of Nick Edwards’ regime as the head football coach at Kearny High School and already there’s something new and improved about Edwards’ Kardinals. They won their season opener. That’s right, Kearny defeated Newark East Side and won handily, 34-6. The Kardinals own a 1-0 record for the first time since 2011 and only the second time since reinstituting the program in 2004. The news gets better. “For the first time in a long time, the freshmen, JV (junior varsity) and varsity all won,” said Edwards, who took over the program in June of 2013. “That’s definitely different from recent years.” Edwards proudly professes that there are 30 sophomores

involved with his program. Needless to say, things are definitely moving up for the Kearny football program. Edwards was asked about how things have changed in his second year at the helm. “It’s definitely easier having a full offseason to work with the players,” Edwards said. “The offseason went well with our speed training and weight lifting. I definitely think having that year is paying off. I think the kids understand me more and understand what we’re trying to do here and what we preach.” Edwards also believes that the kids know that he truly loves them. “My door is always open for them and they have that understanding,” Edwards said. “We have a good relationship.” Winning helps, as with the season opening win, the Kards have already matched their win total of last year and the

previous year. So things have definitely changed during football season in Kearny. “It’s a great feeling,” said Edwards, whose team faces Livingston Friday night, then plays four straight home games. “It gives us a boost of confidence going forward.” Edwards likes the makeup of his team. “We have a good mix,” Edwards said. “The majority of the team is made up of juniors and sophomores who played a lot last year.” The Kardinals are using the spread-pistol offense, meaning that the Kards like to throw the ball all over the field. Leading the way is junior quarterback David Nash (6-1, 160), who enjoyed a solid opening game, throwing for a touchdown and running for another. “He’s doing pretty well,” Edwards said. “He’s very smart see KARDINALS page

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We will attract new businesses and residents through a strategic management where economics will come first for our current residents and business owners, advocating “Smart Growth”, not growth at any cost.

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WE NEED CHANGE NOW. I have lived in Harrison for 30 years and I love our town. I want to ensure that families living here have the same opportunity to enjoy liberty, prosperity, and pursuit of the American Dream. I am asking for your vote to help restore Harrison as the best town to raise and maintain a family in Hudson County and the State of New Jersey.

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HARRISON Harrison ha tenido los mismos políticos durante 68 años y no está funcionando. El primer trabajo nuestro sería terminar años de derecho para solo algunos y estabilizar impuestos de propiedad para todos. Mi nombre es ERIK BRACHMAN y estoy corriendo para alcalde de Harrison. Estoy corriendo porque creo que cambios deben realizarse en el compromiso del Pueblo, para desarrollar y beneficiar a nuestros residentes actuales y no a sus expensas. No puede mantenerme al margen y dejar que los impuestos a la propiedad cada vez aumente más, alejando a nuestros residentes de muchos años quiénes han criado familias y construido negocios aquí en Harrison. La congestión del tráfico y la delincuencia se han convertido en lugar común.

NECESITAMOS UN CAMBIO AHORA He vivido en Harrison durante 30 años y me encanta nuestro Pueblo. Quiero asegurarme que las familias que viven aquí tengan las mismas oportunidades para disfrutar de la libertad, la prosperidad y la búsqueda del sueño Americano. Estoy pidiendo su voto para ayudar a restaurar a Harrison como la mejor ciudad para criar y mantener una familia en el Condado de Hudson y el estado de Nueva Jersey.

pública y hacer cambios inmediatos para proteger a nuestros residentes y dueños de negocios.

Vamos atraer nuevos negocios y residentes a través de la gestión estratégica donde la economía vendrá primero para nuestros actuales residentes y dueños de negocios, abogando por “Crecimiento inteligente”, no crecimiento a cualquier costo. • He demostrado ser líder y solucionador de problemas capaz de establecer nuevas relaciones y conectar conflictos de interés a conflictos comunes. • Ágil y capaz de navegar a través de las estructuras del gobierno local. • Escucharé críticamente y abordaré prioridades para solucionar tratos difíciles • Me enfocaré en las preocupaciones de los residentes • Dirigiré con autoridad, compostura y credibilidad. • Consideraré muchas diferentes perspectivas y encontraré soluciones beneficiosas, las cuales resulten en soluciones sostenibles para negocios, residentes y la comunidad. • Experto en asuntos de la comunidad, finanzas y mercado de bienes raíces

Ha llegado el momento para dirigir mi pasión y conocimientos empresariales en un logro para crear una diferencia para la gente de Harrison. Como su alcalde, voy a hacer todo lo que este en mi poder para ayudar a restaurar a Harrison lo mejor que se merece. Tengo la intención de asegurar que el legado de libertad y prosperidad permanezca y nunca sea olvidado.

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Dembowski stability in the midfield. “Marvin was a starter last Ruiz’s experience and leaderyear, but then he got hurt and ship. missed the season,” CabalSophomore Cristiano Neves lero said. “He will be big this is another fine player in the year.” midfield. Neves had a goal Sophomore Hudson Ribiand an assist in the solid 4-0 ero is a solid forward. The win over Becton last week. younger brother of Vinnie Junior Marvin Caballero is had two goals and an assist in another Viking who will give

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The North Arlington boys’ soccer team is rolling already, off to a solid 4-0 start. Front row, from l., are C.J. Burbach and Matt Smykowski. Back row, from l., are Frank Pace, Ulises Jaramillo, Ricardo Alves, Moises Polanco and head coach Jesse Dembowski.

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E. Newark places 3rd in Breakfast Challenge

EAST NEWARK – It pays for kids to eat a morning meal … in more ways than one. Advocates for Children of New Jersey, a research and advocacy group for children, has awarded the East Newark Public School $1,000 for its third-place rating in the N.J. Food for Thought School Breakfast Challenge, ACNJ announced recently. The grant will be used “to sustain the district’s breakfast in the classroom program,” ACNJ said. Bound Brook school district captured first place and New Brunswick public schools came in second. East Newark public school students’ participation in the federally-subsidized school breakfast program climbed from 79 in September 2013 to 195 in May 2014 – a 147% increase. Data from the U.S. Departments of Education and Agriculture, East Newark Public School – the only school in the borough – now feeds 79% of its eligible, low-income

children, the ACNJ said. “This means that more children are getting the morning nutrition they need to concentrate and learn,” said Cecilia Zalkind, ACNJ executive director. The school switched serving breakfast from before school to “breakfast after the bell,” during the first few minutes of the school day. East Newark School Superintendent/Principal Patrick Martin said, “The East Newark school community is delighted to be recognized for their efforts regarding children and nutrition. The ‘breakfast after the bell’ program has been a great success, helping to ensure our students have the nutrition they need to focus and learn.” The top three winners will be recognized Oct. 7 at the Lafayette School in Bound Brook. Other Challenge sponsors were: the American Dairy Association and Dairy Council, the Mid-Atlantic Dairy Association and the New Jersey Education Association.

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including an 84-yard interception return for a score. and understands defenses. He Seniors Michael and Chris knows the game of football.” Benevides are a pair of twin brothers who each stand Junior Hector Paredes (5-8, 170) is the Kardinals’ main run- 5-foot-10 and 175 pounds and provide Nash with solid tarning back. “He’s definitely one of those gets to throw to. Junior Tiago Teixiera (5-7, 160) and sophoguys who just wants to win,” more Allen Tejada (5-10, 170) Edwards said. “He’s a hardnosed runner who goes all out are also excellent speedy route runners. in practices and games. NothIt certainly makes for exciting ever changes with him.” The Kardinals have a host of ing times for the Kearny ofplayers to fill the four receiver fensive attack. Senior guard Nick Springer and slot positions. Junior Sammy Sanchez (5-8, (6-1, 230) and senior tackle 165) had a great season opener, Owen Martinez (5-10, 220) are returning starters, as is junior scoring three touchdowns, kARDINALS from

Damien Torres (5-6, 180) at center. That experience has to help Nash run the intricate passing offense. Junior Michael Amaro (6-0, 190) is the other tackle and sophomore Gabriel Dos Santos (5-10, 220) is the other guard. Defensively, the Kards utilize a 4-4 front, with senior J.C. Yamba (5-9, 175) and junior Christian Rodriguez (5-9, 185) at defensive end and sophomore Hebber Reyes (5-10, 260) joining Springer at defensive tackle. The outside linebackers are junior Richard Diaz (5-8, 165) and sophomore Ozzie Cabides

(5-9, 165), with a pair of sophomores, Brian Santos (5-8, 180) and Niko Yamba (5-8, 160), at inside linebacker. The cornerbacks are Teixiera, Chris Benevides and Paredes, with Sanchez and Michael Benevides at safety. Edwards is fortunate to be able to use as many players as possible, giving a host of youngsters a chance to play. The more kids play, the bigger the interest for others, knowing that they can get a chance to get on the field as well. “We had a lot of kids who came back,” Edwards said. “So the kids know what to

expect. We also have kids who understand the importance of schoolwork. We had 54 varsity kids and only one had to go to summer school. That’s a major accomplishment.” Edwards likes the way the program is moving. “The numbers are up,” Edwards said. “I never thought we would have 80 kids in the program, but we do. Coming from 30, which is what we had when I took over, I think it’s all good for the program. We’re doing what we’re supposed to be doing and teaching them the right things.” So far, so good.

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have freshmen battling to play every day in practice. The competition has been good. We’re not taking the mentality that we’re rebuilding. We’re going after it again this year. Our goal is to play one more day than we did last year. That’s a reasonable goal with the team we have. We know what we have to do to get there.” So far, the Maroon Raiders are living up to the challenge of being a state-ranked power. The Maroon Raiders, ranked No. 20 in a New Jersey statewide poll, have won all four of their games so far, including a 7-0 whitewash of neighboring rival Belleville on Saturday. “We want to be in the rankings and never come out,” DiPiano said. “It’s good for the entire athletic program at our school.” The Maroon Raiders have one of the most potent scoring attacks in the state, thanks to returning standouts Victoria Kealy and Zoe Steck. Kealy, a senior who has already given a verbal commitment to play at Rider University in the fall, scored

34 goals last year and is already on pace to top that number this season. Kealy had three goals and added an assist in the win over Belleville. Steck is a sophomore who scored 31 goals last year. She had two goals and two assists in the lopsided victory over Belleville. “I don’t know of many teams to have that kind of luxury,” DiPiano said of his powerful scoring duo. “We just have to keep finding ways to get them the ball. It’s time for others to step up. It’s going to be a work in progress.” The Maroon Raiders are utilizing two players in goal, namely senior Rachel Nichols and junior Sarah Roselli, who missed most of last season due to health issues. The sweeper is freshman Lauren Holden, who has the potential to be a very good player. “She’s going to have to learn on the fly,” DiPiano said. “She’s played already on some high level club teams, so she has experience. She is as tough as nails and doesn’t play like a freshcontinued next page

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man.” The stopper is sophomore Darby Fischer, with senior Julie Fredericks, sophomore Angeli Bossbaly and freshman Jalae Small all seeing time along the back line. Sophomore Jenny Callaghan is the team’s center midfielder. She’s a transfer who arrived at the school last year during the

season, so Callaghan is basically a newcomer. “She’s the real deal,” DiPiano said of Callaghan. “She has to be our playmaker in the middle of the field.” Senior Kaitlyn Salisbury, junior Samantha Chimento and freshman Isabella Gonsiewski are also solid midfielders. The Maroon Raiders will

HCCC to open new library Trustees, students, faculty, staff and administrators of Hudson County Community College at 71 Sip Ave. in Jersey City will participate in ribboncutting ceremonies Monday, Sept. 29, to officially open the college’s new library building. The six-story, multifunctional structure’s first two stories are dedicated to the library itself and include a “Makerspace” -- an area that promotes learning through creativity and crafting, open to students, staff and members of the community -- a meditation room and three group-study rooms. On floors three through five are 33 classrooms (traditional classrooms, computer labs and tiered lecture halls) and 21 faculty stations. Two rooms on the fifth floor are being named in honor of notable Hudson

County natives: the lecture hall, for the late Alfred E. Zampella, Jersey City educator and HCCC Board of Trustees member; and a Community Education classroom, for nationally acclaimed historian Thomas J. Fleming. The Benjamin J. Dineen III and Dennis C. Hull Gallery, plus an exhibit space, the school›s 9/11 Monument and three classrooms, will be found on the sixth floor. There is also a roof terrace on this floor, from which one may enjoy spectacular views of Hudson County and the Hudson and Hackensack rivers. Construction on the library began in November 2012, and the “topping-out” ceremony was held in April 2013. The building was designed by NK Architects and includes a number of sustainable materials and features.

Nutley Little Theatre holds open house Nutley Little Theatre invites area residents interested in community theater to attend the group’s membership meeting Friday, Oct. 3, at 8 p.m., at the NLT Barn, 47 Erie Place. NLT is an all-volunteer organization that stages five productions annually. The group draws members from throughout North Jersey. Newcomers are encouraged to try out for roles in NLT’s productions at its open auditions. There are also many important backstage roles to be filled, as well as administrative and support positions.

NLT officers and members will be on hand to welcome visitors and answer questions. Officers for the 2014-2015 season are: Gerry Kirschbaum of Montclair, president; Ron Mulligan of Bloomfield, vice president; Linda Wielkotz of Fair Lawn, secretary; Linda Ribaudo of Bloomfield, treasurer; Marie Blado of Bloomfield, member-at-large, and Alex Oleksij of Nutley, member-at-large. Membership dues at NLT are $15 annually, $20 for two persons at one address. For more information about NLT, e-mail NLTpresident@gmail.com.

put their entire season on the shoulders of the two powerful scorers, namely Kealy and Steck, who are among the state’s very best. As are the Maroon Raiders, who are proving that last year was no fluke. Seniors Kiera Byrnes, Sarah Grueter and Samantha Moynihan will play roles on the

team’s attack. Moynihan scored two goals in the win over Belleville. Freshman Maise Jelley will be the Maroon Raiders’ resident jack-of-all-trades. “She will play everywhere,” DiPiano said. “She’s done everything we’ve asked of her so far.” DiPiano likes his team. He

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Ralph Barbara Ralph Barbara died peacefully at home on Aug. 6. He was 84. Born in Newark, he lived many years in Kearny before moving to Toms River in 2006. His cremation is private; however, there will be a memorial service on Saturday Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Armitage and Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Ralph was a retired construction union delegate in Clifton. Ralph is survived by his wife Doris (nee Brand), his children Louise Dorst, Linda Hagerman, Ivan Barbara and Stacy Gilchrist, his sisters Carmella Halleck and Concetta DeJesso and seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by his granddaughter Brandi. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children Hospital would be appreciated. Kathleen B. Briese Miss Kathleen B. Briese, 80, died on Sept. 8 at her home in Kearny. Arrangements were by the

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Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A funeral Mass was offered at St. Stephen’s Church, followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Condolences and memories may be shared at www. thiele-reid.com. Kathleen was born in Kearny and was a lifelong resident. She was employed by Prudential in Newark for many years before retiring in 1990. Kathleen was a proud member of St. Stephen’s Church in Kearny where she taught CCD and was a member of the St. Stephen’s Seniors. She adored Schuyler School in Kearny and served as a teacher’s aide there for many years. Living next door to the school, she would always be seen outside talking to parents in the morning who were dropping off their children for the school day and again in the afternoon when they returned to pick them up the children. She always offered words of encouragement and will be missed by the parents, children and staff. She was the beloved aunt of

William VanVliet (Margaret), Heather Felty (Dale); great aunt of William and Daniel VanVliet, Tammy Plumadoro and Michael Dellaciopia and great-great-aunt of Benjamin VanVliet, Cameron Heinz and Amanda and Kaitlyn Felty.

Cecilia V. Murphy Cecilia V. Murphy, 87, passed away Sept. 12 at home. Born in Queens, N.Y. she grew up in the Bronx before moving to New Jersey and spent some time in Harrison. She has resided in Piscataway since 1989. Cecilia retired in 1989 from Prudential Insurance Company in New Providence. Mom was a product of the Depression and as a result she was a hardworking woman with a strong work ethic. She was the best role model any child could wish for. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church and Our Lady of Fatima Church and was active in the Piscataway Senior Center, participating in their Bocce Ball team. Her most cherished role was being a grandmother.

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Cecilia is survived by her children, William Murphy of New Fairfield Conn., Kevin Murphy and his wife Donna of Rockaway, Cecilia Mueller and her husband Harry of Piscataway and Colleen Conroy of West Orange; her sister Marion Scholz of Piscataway; her grandchildren, Ryan, Brian, Andrew, Meghan, Erin, Allison, Matthew, Harry and Kaitlyn and her great-grandson Samuel. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 8:30 a.m. at the Piscataway Funeral Home, 18 Stelton Road, Piscataway, followed by a 9:30 a.m. funeral liturgy at Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church, Middlesex. Entombment will be in Resurrection Burial Park, Piscataway. . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Cecilia’s name to Embracing Hospice Care, 2101 Rt. 34 South, Suite B, Wall. NJ. Charles Thompson Charles Thompson, 48, of

South Orange, formerly of East Newark, died on Tuesday, Sept. 9. Funeral services were under the direction of the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Harrison. A funeral service was held from the funeral home. His interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. For information or directions, please visit www.mulliganfuneralhome.org. Born in Kearny, Charles was the founder and pastor of Freedom Ministries Worldwide, Newark, where he served for the last decade. Charles is survived by his mother, Theresa (nee Cleary), his father Bill, a sister, Diane DeFilippo, and his brothers Dave and his wife Tara, and Bill. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. For those desiring, donations may be made to Anchor House, 1041 Bergen St., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11216 in memory of Pastor Charlie.

Wellness day for Essex seniors Essex County’s ninth annual Senior Citizen Wellness Day will be held Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Richard J. Codey Arena, 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange, County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. has announced. The event, sponsored by Aetna and the AAA-North Jersey, is free and open to all seniors residing in Essex County. Various health screenings will be available, along with exercise demonstrations and information about nutrition and financial wellness. County agencies, including the Division of Senior Services, will have representatives on site to talk about programs for which seniors are eligible. Also participating will be hospitals, senior day care facilities, nursing homes and other social service providers. Musical entertainment will

be provided, and the seniors For information about will receive free refreshments Wellness Day itself, call 973and farmer’s market produce. 621-4400. Admission to Turtle Back Zoo St. Jude on the day of the event is also O Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great free for seniors. in virtue and rich in miracles. Near kinsman Due to construction of a of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time new parking deck in front of need, to you I have recourse from the of the zoo, there is limited depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to on-site parking. Additional my assistance. Help me in my present and parking is available at the urgent petition. In return, I promise to make Safari MiniGolf on Cherry your name known and cause you to be invoked. Saint Jude pray for us and all who Lane and at The Essex House, invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fa525 Northfield Ave. Shuttle thers, Hail Mary’s and Glorias. Publication service will be provided. must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request For information about granted. transportation to the event, R.I. call 973-618-1280.

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You will feel as if friends of family have taken over when you entrust funeral arrangements to the Wilfred Armitage Funeral Home. The family-owned firm has been in business for 75 years, serving generations in West Hudson and South Bergen. Its beautiful facilities, in a setting reminiscent of a colonial mansion, reflect the graciousness and tact of its understanding personnel.

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BELLEVILLE 1 BR $925/month. HT/HW included. Laundry facilities on site, I car parking, nice location. No pets. 1 ½ months security. If interested, please call Joanne (973) 699-3146

BELLEVILLE 2nd fl. 2 BR’s, Belleville Nutley border. W/D Hook up. HT/HW included $1300/month.Avl. Jan. 1st 862-201-6166. BELLEVILLE 1 BR $915/month including HT/HW, 50 Watchung Ave. located behind Clara mass hospital, no pets. Contact Marcelo (201)622-3118 or Patrician Associates 973-284-0648. BELLEVILLE 2nd fl, 2 BR w/additional room. $1,300/month Heat included. 1 month security. Large DR & LR. Available October 1st. (862) 201-6331 BELLEVILLE 1 bedroom in apartment building. $850 includes HT/HW. No pets. (201) 998-9465 BELLEVILLE 3 cozy room apt. 1 BR, LV, kitchen w/refrigerator, Bathroom. All new, great location. Residential area. $895/month. HT/HW, gas, electric, Verizon Fios cable with HBO, Showtime etc. included. No pets. Call (201) 243-9150. Also, Bloomfield 5 rooms 2 BRS $1,200/month. Utilities included.

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hARRIsON 5 room apt. 1 month security Separate utilities. Avl. now. 201-726-4603 hARRIsON 2 bedrooms, kitchen, LR, bathroom. Recently renovated. Close to PATH. Available. (201)376-3184 hARRIsON 1 bedroom, Bath, EIK, LR, DR. Walking distance to NYC transp. $950/month. 11/2 month security. No pets Available Sept. 1, 2014. Please call 973.818.7414 hARRIsON Newly renovated,1 BR apt, 5 min walk to PATH station. Nice Area. Utilities included. Avl. Now. 973-483-3401.

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hARRIsON 2 Bedroom apt. $800/month + 1 month security. Utilities separate. Available now. (973)482-6420 (908)875-7190.

hARRIsON 5 room apt. 3 BR’s. 1st floor. 6 family home. $1,100 + utilities. Walking Distance to PATH. (973)953-5031

KEARNY 8 room apt. (5 BR’s 2 baths). 2nd fl. LV, DR, Sun Porch. 3 BR’s Full bath, Kitchen w/ dishwasher. 2 more bedrooms & Bathroom on 3rd fl. Washer dryer hookups. 201-968-6344.

KEARNY 1st floor apt., 2 bedrooms, bath, LR, DR, large EIK w/wood cabinets, SS, DW, MW, stove, fridge, hardwood floors, separate washer/dryer hookups. Close to school & transportation. No pets. $1500/month, separate utilities. 1-1/2 months security. (908) 723-1510

KEARNY Kearny Ave. 2 bedrooms. $1050/month. No pets. Separate utilities. 1-1/2 months security. Available Oct 1st. (201) 893-1955

KEARNY 1st fl. 3 rooms, $800/month + security. supply own utilities Avl. Oct. 1st Call 201-888-5544 for more info.

hARRIsON 2 bedrooms. 10 minutes from PATH. Available now. Separate utilities. 1-1/2 months security. No pets. (646)675-5113 hARRIsON 3 bedrooms, small laundry room, kitchen, bathroom. $1250/month. Separate utilities. 1 month security. Available October 1st. (973)336-7198 (201)702-5604 hARRIsON 3 bedroom $1300/month + 1-1/2 months security no pet. September 15th. Call (917)853-5241. 4-9 pm. hARRIsON 3rd fl. 2 Bedroom, LR, Kitchen, bathroom Close to transportation & Schools. Refridgerator & Stove included. Available October 1st. (973)714-2368 hARRIsON 2 Br, 8 blocks from train station, LV, EIK 2nd fl. No Washer or dryer. $1,200/month. Utilities separate. 1 ½ month security. Call 201-618-3988 from 6pm-9pm. hARRIsON Modern 1 BR, 2nd Fl. Private Entrance. Clean, Quiet & comfortable. Refrigerator. No pets. $750/month + utilities. Security & lease. 862-223-9974. hARRIsON Small 3 room apt. Available October 1st. HT/HW included. 1 month security. No pets. $800/month. (973) 485-3154 hARRIsON Nice 3 bedrooms, 1 car garage & parking spot. Hardwood floors. Central AC. Walking distance to PATH. $1650/mo. Sep. utili. No smoking. Laundry Facility. No pets. Available October 1st (973)573-7333

KEARNy KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood floors. Laundry onsite.HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $985. 1 BR start at $825. Jr.1 BR start at $750. (201)289-7096

KEARNY 4 rent By Owner 2 & 3 BR Apts. Newly Renovated. All Units Have W/D Hook up & Basement Storage. Most units have A/C. Rents Range from $950$1150 + Utilities. 1 ½ months security. Close to NY Transportation. No pets. Call 201-998-8226. Between the hours 6am-4pm. MondayFriday for Appt. KEARNY 3rd fl. 1 BR, LV, Kitchen & Bath. $1,000/month. Utilities included. Close to transportation. Avl. Now (201)362-2264 KEARNY 3rd Fl. 2 BR, LV, DR, Kitchen New. Close to transportation & Schools. $1,100/month. (201)428-1667 (201)496-4049

KEARNY 3 rooms, HT/HW included. Elevated building. Laundry facility on premises. $895/month Call Sofia after 3pm 201-998-3516 or see super after 3pm 654 Elm St. Apt Basement 1. KEARNY 3 & 4 Clean rooms. HT/HW included. $850$1150/month. See super 6 woodland Ave. Apt. 1, or call 917-858-8246 for appointment. KEARNY 2nd floor, 21/2 bedrooms, LR, bath, kitchen. $1200/month, 1 month security. Separate utilities. Se habla español (347)395-7770 KEARNY Renovated. 2nd fl. 2 BR + small BR. $1,200/month + utilities. 1 month security. Available now. (609)433-6040, (973)665-4647 KEARNY 3rd fl. 1 BR, $900/month + Utilities. 1 month security. No pets. No smoking on premises. Available (201)842-0981 KEARNY 2ND FL. 1 BEDROOM. PARKING INCLUDED. $850.00/MONTH. O’hARA AgENcY (201) 997-6300.

KEARNY Newly Renovated Apts. w/ Hardwood Floors. 1st fl. 2 BR, LV, DR, Kitchen. $1,195/month 2nd & 3rd fl. 3 BR, LR, DR, 2 bathrooms $1595/month. No pets. Pay own utilities.1 ½ months security deposit. Call after 5pm (201) 933-2368.

KEARNY 2nd floor. Clean & quiet. LR, 2 bedrooms, EIK, full bath. Separate utiltieis. Security negotiable. No pets. No smoking. Available November 1st. Credit check required. (973)396-6790

KEARNY 3 Bedroom Apt. on Kearny Ave. $1,400/month. 1 month deposit. No pets. Available October 1s. (201)709-3719

KEARNY 2 bedrooms, DR/LR combo, kitchen. Central air. Separate utilities. 1 month security. Available October 1st. No pets. (201)997-6396

KEARNY 2 BR & 3 BR Apts. Avl. 1 ½ months security. No pets. For more information call (973) 393-4703

KEARNY 2nd fl. Large 1 BR, EIK, C/A & HT. No pets. No Smoking, separate utilities. $1,050/month. 1 month security. 973-508-6080. KEARNY Arlington Area. 5 rooms, 1 bath. 1-1/2 months security. $1200 + utilities. No pets. (201) 213-1871 KEARNY 1st & 2nd Fl. Great Location. Wood floors. Separate Entrance. Separate utilities. Coin laundry on premise. No pets. 1 ½ months security. 1st fl.3 BR $1,450/month. 2nd fl 2 BR $1,250/month. Avl Oct. (201) 637-4429 (201) 991-0396 KEARNY 1 BR, modern apt. $825/month. 1 ½ months security. Appliances Inc. Avl. Now. (973) 986-6456. KEARNY Newly Renovated, 3 BR. $1.300/month. HT/HW included. H/W Floors. Refrigerator, Ceiling Fans. Walk to Shopping.1 month security. No fees. No pets. 973-216-9470 or call super 973-517-0526.

KEARNY Newly renovated. 2 BR $1,200/month + utilities. No pets. 1 car paring W/D Hook-up in basement. Avl. Oct. 1st. (908) 337-8472. KEARNY 1 BR apt. 2nd fl. nice area. $925/month + Utilities. 1 month security. No pets. Avl. Immediately. (201) 214-4915.

KEARNY 51 Brighton Ave. 1 BR LV, Kitchen, Bath. Laundry hook-up in basement. Available Oct. 1st. 201-637-0984 KEARNY (Apt for rent) Open house Sat. Sept. 20th, 27th & Oct. 4th. 11am-6pm. A great 3 BR, 1st fl. Newer (kitchens & Bath) hook-ups in basement. 377 Highland Ave. KEARNY Apartment Ready. Call (201)991-8681 Monday-Thursday 10am-3pm only. 1st floor, 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms. HT/HW included. KEARNY Arlington section, attractive 4 room apt. 4 family home. 1st fl. Security. $1150 + utilities. 201-998-7268. KEARNY 2 BR apt. Kitchen, Living Room. Utilities Separate. $1250/month. 1 year lease. No pets. 201-978-1168. KEARNY Modern 3 room furnished apt., 1 BR. HT/HW included. Refrigerator included. Smoke-Free & quiet residence. $1050/month. Please call (201) 600-0233 to schedule an apt. KEARNY harrison Border. Newly renovated. 1st floor. 2 bedrooms, LR, kitchen. $1025/month. utilities not included. No pets. Available October 1st. (201)998-2153 or 201-951-2868 KEARNY Good Condition. 2nd fl. 1 BR, kitchen, LV. No pets. No Smoking, Avl. Now. Call 201-997-1914, 201-467-1907

LyNdhuRst LYNdhuRst 2nd fl. 1 BR apt. Private House. H/W floors, $1000/mo + 1 month security. HT/HW included. Small pet ok. 201-575-5270. LYNdhuRst 1 bedroom + den. Wood kitchen cabinets, stove, refrigerator, ceramic tile floor. Hardwood floors throughout rest of apartment. 1 block to NYC train/bus. Minutes to highways. Laundry in building. No pets. No smoking. Rent $1125/month, security $1687.50. Application, credit check and abilitiy to pay required. $25 application fee. Available October 1st. Call (551) 226-0566 LYNdhuRst 1 BEDROOM CONDO. STAINLESS STEEL AND GRANITE KITCHEN. OFF STREET PARKING. AVAILABLE OCTOBER 1, 2014. HEAT INCLUDED. $1,250.00/MONTH. O’hARA AgENcY (201) 997-6300.

LYNdhuRst 2nd fl. 2 BR, LV, DR, Kitchen, Bath. 1 ½ month’s security. 201-804-6258 or 201-279-9306. LYNdhuRst 1 Bedroom Condo Renovated w/ stainless steel and granite Kitchen Heat included. $1,250. O’hARA AgENcY (201) 997-6300.

NEWARK NEWARK Newly renovated, 1 BR $865/mo. Vailsburg/ Near Seton Hall. HT/HW included. Safe/Secure. Brick Historic Bldg. H/W Floors. Refrigerator, Ceiling Fans. 1 month security. Section 8 ok. No fees. No pets. 973-216-9470

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N.ARLINgtON 2 BR’s, LR, DR, Kitchen. 1 month security + 1 month rent. No pets. No smoking. Avl. Now or Sept. 1st. 201-304-8358 or 201-889-3900.

RuthERFORd 1 BEDROOM. 1ST FL. HEAT INCLUDED $1050.00/MONTH. O’hARA AgENcY (201) 997-6300.

Party Hall For Rent • Affordable • A/C • Nice Setting 201-889-6677 201-572-1839

N.ARLINgtON 1 BEDROOM. TOTALLY RENOVATED. 1ST FL. OFF STREET PARKING. $1,250.00/MONTH. O’hARA AgENcY (201)997-6300.

N.ARLINgtON 2nd floor, 2 big BR apt. lots of closets. Nice area. No smoking. No pets. Separate utilities. 1-1/2 months security. Available November 1st. (201) 519-9802

N.ARLINgtON 1 BR, $975/month & 2 BR, $1,150/ month. HT/HW included. Parking space. No pets. (201) 342‐2206.

N.ARLINgtON 2 bedrooms, LR, DR, finished basement, laundry, parking, yard. Available now. $1700/month, 1-1/2 months security. Separate utilities. (973) 493-8001

N.ARLINgtON 1st fl. Apt. w/Heat. New Kitchen and bathroom $1,050 O’hARA AgENcY (201)997-6300 N.ARLINgtON 2nd fl. 3 Bedroom apt. in 2 family. No pets. $1,400/month + utilities. Call 201-450-1370

N. NEWARK N.NEWARK Section 8 Welcomed. 3 Bedroom Apt. Newly Renovated. New Bath, New Kitchen, 1st fl. 412 Woodside Ave. Call (973)202-8580 (973)925-3812 N.NEWARK Forest Hill Area, 5 room apt. & 3 room apt. Avl. close to transportation. Avl. Now. (862) 763-0797.

AUtos for sAle 1990 Dodge Van, 1,600 miles. Asking price $1,200. Please call (201) 991-1788 (201) 362-7475.

2005 Chrysler Sebring convertible. Red, asking price $4,000 or Best offer. 95k miles. Runs good. New Brakes & tires. Call 201-246-8545 or 973-941-4739.

bUsiness for sAle Red Bank 2000 sq. ft. Salon & Spa For sale. Only serious buyers. Operating and established 6 cutting stations. 8 manicure tables. 2 facial rooms. 1 massage room. 1 wax room. Call Brothers Commercial Brokerage, Charles Frank (732)747-5575.

fUrnished room for rent BELLEVILLE Furnished room for rent. One month security. Call (973) 450-9457 after 5:00pm. Se Habla Español/Ingles.

gArAge for rent 1 car garage for rent on Highland in Kearny. $125/month. Avl. Immediately. (732) 350-2192.

Double garage 28’ long, perfect for limousines 2, small trucks or storage. Corner of Kearny Ave. and Bergen. Automatic doors, electric $475/month, 1 month security. (201) 965-2110.

hoUse for rent KEARNY Small 1 Family home. Completely renovated, kitchen, LR, 2 bedrooms, finished basement. $1500/month, 1-1/2 months security + utilities. Available October 1st. (732) 364-0702

hoUse for sAle N.ARLINGTON Two 4 family house, 1 BR, LV, Kitchen, 1st floor apartment has basement. 30 min. from Manhattan. $950,000. Call (201)998-8429 or (201)283-4051

KEARNY 2 family house with parking lot. $229,000. First fl. 1 BR. 2nd fl. 3 BR’s why pay rent. 30 min from NYC. Call (201)998-8429 or (201)283-4051.

North Arlington Just listed $259,000 3 bedrooms Garage Be the first to see O’Hara Agency (201) 997-6300

Open House 9/21/14 1 to 3pm 104 Ilford Ave., N. Arlington. 1 Family w/ 3 bedrooms, driveway and garage. $259,000. O’Hara Agency 201-997-6300

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House Wanted Lease or Lease w/Option to Buy (preferred) Mature professional couple, no children, is seeking larger size (34 bedrooms) and family room single family home, possibly with 1 small home office or finished basement and yard. Will qualify and sign for 1-2 year lease. Occupancy desired not later than November 115, 2014 or sooner. Two small dogs (miniature beagle & terrier, both 4 yrs. Old), trained and friendly. Non-smokers. Preferred area(s) Kearny, No. Arlington, Lyndhurst, Rutherford, E. Rutherford. Excellent credit reports and references available upon request. Pls. Call: Marlene @ 201-355-7174 or Michael @ 862-266-2845.

Single man, healthy, secure, seeking Spanish/English speaking lady, physically fit. Attractive 45-50 years old. For lasting relationship. 201-406-9443

BLOOMFIELD Retail store for lease. Corner store avl. No food Please. Avl. June 1st. 800sq ft. private parking lot available. Call 973-566-0333.

Auto Body Combo Tech needed. Must speak English. (201)997-9000

Looking for college student to help fifth grade student with homework. 4 days, 1 hour/day. $60 Pay. Call (201)772-5110 or (201)666-1570

motorCyCle for sAle 2007 Alarm System with Title, 200CC Motor 1,000 miles Japanese Model Red Beautiful, $1,400 Must Sell O.B.O. (201) 240-7411

offiCe spACe for rent Ridge Road Office in N.Arlignton. 1 room office w/parking, great building $550/month. Owner (201)280-7483 Office space, 2nd floor facing Kearny Ave & Lincoln School, Kearny NJ. 1700 sq.ft., electric & gas paid by tenant. HVAC serviced by landlord. $2200/month. Call (201)966-4966

pArKing for rent Rear Yard Parking spaces for rent. Small Commercial vehicles ok. (201) 390-1729.

personAls listings Nice looking man, looking for nice woman. Must be over 60 w/no children. (973) 715-9586

54 Year old male looking for a female, age doesn’t matter, to have some fun. If interested call Donald (201) 606-5622 Unwrap me under your Christmas tree! Single male, green eyes, athletic seeking single female 27-57, nonsmoker, intelligent, affectionate, attractive, long hair, for monogamous relationship. (727)492-8164

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Kearny – 21 Kearny Ave. storefront for rent. Basement storage & bathroom. Formerly a nail & hair salon. $1,200/month. 201-306-4051 KEARNY Store for rent at 842 Kearny Ave. 973-229-2786 Opportunity!! Functioning Salon in Kearny with established busy clientele. Must be licensed & Experienced in nail & hairstyling. 862-208-8430.

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Help Wanted to install seamless gutter, experience needed. Must have valid Drivers License. 1(800) 479-3262 or (201) 954-4287 Now hiring servers and busboy. Must have experience. Must speak English and Spanish. Call 551-655-4174 Positions available immediately. Assembly & warehouse work. Company near Mill St., Belleville. Must speak Both English & Spanish. $9.00/hr. to start. Call (973)482-8603

HARRISON Room for rent. Big closets. Female preferred. Near PATH & transportation. Share kitchen. No smoking. No drinking. Available now. Utilities & DIRECTV included. Se habla español. (973) 485-9464.

Drivers CDL A/B Call today start tomorrow, Great Pay & Benefits. 201-991-1586.

BELLEVILLE Roommate wanted. Female preferred. Big Room. $600/month + security. References required. Call Lucy 973-855-6136

Now Hiring! Property inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@ comcast.net (732)766-4425 ask for Mel

KEARNY Room for rent. Male preferred. $500/month. 1-1/2 months security. Available October 1st. Utilities & cable included. (862) 823-3331

Stewarts Root Beer Now Hiring for season Cooks, Waitresses & Waiters Apply in person 938 Passaic Ave Kearny, NJ (201)998-0600

Auto/Truck Mechanic wanted for Onsite Repair Company. Clean License & Great Pay. 201-401-2645.

Full time Landscaper w/experience. Must have clean drivers license. Call 201-998-1262

Help Wanted For Busy Salon/Spa, Licensed/ Experienced Hairstylist, Nail Technician, Esthetician & Massage Therapist 617 Elm St. Kearny. 201-428-1679.

KEARNY Utilities included. Female preferred, responsible. No kitchen. No pets. No smoking. $400/month + 1 month security. (201) 955-1075 KEARNY Room for rent. $500/month. Utilities included. (201) 686-1884 (201) 279-9251. KEARNY furnished room, w/mini refrigerator, microwave. All utilities included. Great Location. $500/month. 201-697-0541

Barmaid wanted with or without experience. Apply in person at Euro pub 631 Schuyler Ave. Kearny, NJ. Full Time Position Factory Work (Apply in person) Gild-N-Son Mfg. & Sales 328 Belleville Tpk Kearny, NJ 07032

PART-TIME PARKING LOT ATTENDANT Early Morning Hours 6:00AM to 10:30AM $9.50/HOUR Busy PATH Train Parking Lot has an opening for a dependable person to assist in operations. Responsibilities include sales of daily & monthly tickets, completing reports, lot inspection & clean-up. Our person must be mature-minded, responsible and outgoing. This could be ideal for a recently retired person seeking part-time responsibilities. Call Joan for Personal Interview 732-287-4880 “Daycare Parking Co., Inc.” Harrison, NJ

Gal-Friday Local store, Carpet & Drapery Dept. Must be reliable, well spoken, organized self starter. Able to work on own. Sales, ordering, set-up installs, Bookkeeping. Off on Weds. Sat. is a must. Apply in person: House of Rugs 510 Kearny Ave Kearny, NJ

Kitchen Cabinet Company is seeking for an administrative assistant with basic knowledge of Microsoft + QuickBooks. Location in Belleville, NJ Part Time + Full Time. Email Resume to newarkhardware@ verizon.net Drivers: CDL-A. Average $52,000 per yr. plus. Excellent Home Time + Weekends. Monthly Bonuses up to $650. 5,000w APU's for YOUR Comfort + ELogs. Excellent Benefits. 100% no touch. 877-704-3773

Dental office seeks full-time, matureminded person for front desk and chair side duties. No nights or weekends. Fax Resume to (201) 997-1166 and we will contact you to arrange interview. Seeking two dental assistants, one with xray license and the other one with expanded function and experience working with Orthodontist. E-mail: gooddentist@ gmail.com or fax to (973) 597-1817 or Call (973) 597-1818. PT Agent Wanted. No teaching involved. FT Driving Instructor. Must have clean driving record, no points or accidents. NJ Drivers License for more than 4 years A MUST. Reliable & Responsible. Bilingual preferred. (201) 246-‐8000

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You’re invited to ‘Just A Party’ BELLEVILLE – The Township of Belleville is throwing its 10th annual “Just A Party” on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Walgreens Shopping Plaza on Franklin Ave. between Joralemon St. and Continental Ave. The rain date is Monday, Sept. 29. Guests will enjoy outdoor dining and dancing, featuring entertainment by The Cameos, Ray Cetrell, Park Avenue,

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of a fire. A fire can become deadly in only moments, making every second count.” The advice is simple: * Install working smoke alarms on each level of the home and test them monthly to ensure they are working. Replace the batteries at least annually. * Develop a thorough fire escape plan and practice it by holding fire drills twice a year; make sure you know two ways out of every room. * Teach everyone in your household that once they are out, they must stay out until firefighters say it is safe to go back inside. Get out first, then call the Fire Department. This year’s Fire Prevention Open House will be on Friday, Oct. 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Fire Headquarters. The purpose is to acquaint adults and children with the various safety services so that, in the event of an emergency, people will know what to expect and be less apprehensive.

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Wikipedia

That rather ornate structure in the ‘Then’ photo is the Jackson St. Bridge, linking Harrison to the Ironbound section of Newark at the southern end of Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. The picture is dated 1898, a year after the span was built. According to Essex County records, it was designed by J. Owens Co. and constructed by McCann Fagan Iron Works. (We don’t know where either firm was located; however, there was a Fagan Iron Works in Jersey City.) Note the fancy lattice-work. Note the domed arches over the pedestrian walkways. Note the gas lamp. Today’s bridge bears small resemblance to the original, but long before the 1991 rehab of the span, it had already been altered, losing the elegant accoutrements. But it is on the N.J. Register of Historic Places. Re the name: Folks on the Newark side of the Passaic always called it the Jackson St. Bridge, since Jackson is the street it feeds into Down Neck. When we moved across the river, we were annoyed to find that West Hudsonites referred to it as the Fourth St. Bridge (Fourth St. being the former name of Rodgers Blvd.). Researching this text, we learned it is and always was officially the Jackson St. (Nyah, nyah.) One more thing, although you likely won’t be able to see it without a microscope: Painted on a crossbeam above the roadway ‘Then’ is a warning: WALK YOUR HORSES OR PAY 10 DOLLARS FINE. According to an inflation calculator, that would be $285.71 in today’s money. Notice that all the horses are walking. – Karen Zautyk

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Kearny

$299,000

Well-kept 3 bedroom colonial with garage and oversize 1 1/2 garage located on a cul-de-sac. Nice layout, sun porch, living room and formal dining room have hardwood floors and natural wood work trim, generous sized bedrooms, eat in kitchen with sliders to deck Finished basement with recreation room and laundry with walk out door to rear yard with cement patio. Long driveway.

Kearny

$425,000

1 family, custom colonial. Spacious interior consisting of a living room, formal dining room, large main kitchen, 5 bedrooms, total of 3 full bathsfloor also has guest bedroom. Fully finished walk out lower level with recreation room, additional, or, 'Summer' kitchen, full bath and laundry room. 2 car, built in garage and lots of driveway parking. Spacious balcony . Private rear yard with concrete patio. Gleaming hardwood floor.

Kearny

$340,000

Very nice 2 family with garage and driveway in the Arlington Section of town, This comfortable home has wonderful 1st floor unit with 2 bedrooms, bath and updated kitchen w/ granite counter top .Living room and formal dining room. tile floor, 'Brazilian Cherry' wood floors in living area. 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartment. Full finished basement

Kearny

418

Lyndhurst

$689,000

Modern style 2 family on cul-de sac with built in 2 car garage and driveway. open living room, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths huge family room, hardwood and tile floors, fireplace and sliding glass doors leading to large custom deck, overlooking a landscaped property with in-ground pool and privacy fence. 1st floor has summer kitchen, rec. room and full bath. 2nd floor has 2 bedroom, 1 bath.

$345,000

Pleasant 2 family with driveway on a nice dead end street. This spacious home features 2, 5 room, 2 bedroom, 1 tiled bath on each floor. Lots of natural woodwork, tile. Semi-finished basement with recreation area and laundry room. Separate gas steam heat and utilities. Above ground pool surrounded by a low maintenance rear yard.

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Lyndhurst

$384,900

Lyndhurst

$324,000

Kearny

$219,900

Move right in to this colonial w/3 bedrm 2 ½ bath home with oversized 2 car garage. Hardwood floors, crown moldings & beamed ceilingon 1st fl. Custom kitchen w/granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Finished basement with rec room, laundry, walk-in closet and full bath. Walk-up floored attic for added storage.

Beautifully updated traditional colonial offers living room, formal dining room w/alcove, super updated eat-in-kitchen (granite countertops, new cabinets, SS appliances, porcelain tile floor, great lighting), 3 bedrms & full bath. Lovely hardwood floors & woodwork throughout plus large deck off kitchen. Lovely property w/lawn sprinkler system. Walk to parks & Public transportation.

Clean & comfortable 1 family colonial with 2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. Centrally located, steps to bus stop to #40 bus to Harrison PATH and few blocks to NYC Bus. updated kitchen, updated baths, wood floors. ,laundry in basement. Nice rear yard, close to schools, shopping and public transportation.

Kearny

$315,000

Kearny

$519,000

North Arlington

$369,900

Harrison

$325,000

Kearny

$275,000

Kearny

$349,000

North Arlington

$279,900

Lyndhurst

$699,000

1 family home with driveway, conveniently located. This updated colonial has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, wood parquet floors in Living and dining room, eat in kitchen, full finished basement with recreation room. Nice rear fenced in yard. Gas steam heat. 1 block to bus to Newark Penn Station.

Wonderful & warm 1 fam w/garage on 120ʼ deep lot in Arlington Section! This charming sidehall colonial has 3 bedrms, 2 full baths, deck off kitchen & rear patio area. Beamed ceiling in formal dining room, fin basement, lovely gardens! Includes 1 year warranty.

Fully renovated Dutch col. carriage house on 75' x 90' lot.Main house consists of Liv. room w/goregous stone fireplace,Formal Din. room,3 bdrms, 2 full baths, new tiled kit. w/ exotic granite top & breakfast nook,fin. bsmt w/walk out to paver patio,.Main house was renovated early 2013,new roof,new/updated plumbing & electric lots of recessed lighting,gas steam heat,2 new cent.air units. Lovely oak floors,tiled kit.,custom iron gate.Carriage house has new roof,5 car garage, Liv.room w/fireplace,kit.,bdrm & bath, & has own gas heat.& util. Bus to PATH Train at corner.Near Schools & Shopping.

Lovely English styled craftsman colonial w/ tapestry brick in manor section lovely layout, huge living room w/ wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, 3 bedrms, 1½ baths, crown molding, partially fin basement w/tastefully fin. family rm, Roosevelt school district, steps to Manor park & to NYC bus stop.

3 bedroom, 2 full bath Brick cape on 50 x 143 lot. 1 car garage, driveway. New kitchen installed about 1 year ago, formal dining room, finished basement, hardwood floors, gas heat, ductless air conditioning system. Large deck off rear.

Comfortable 3 bedroom Split level w/garage & driveway, den 11⁄2 baths, dining room w/sliders to deck, open living room. Wood floors, finished Ground, recreation room and half bath. 3 season porch.

2 Family home with 1 car garage. Unit 1 features 2bdrms, & 2 full baths and laundry rm. 2nd unit has 2 bedrooms & bath, laundry room, large walk up, attic plus deck off kitchen. separate heat, utilities and laundry rooms. hardwood floors in most rooms. 1/2 block to additional municipal parking.

Impressive 2 fam w/2 garages on dead end. Set up as a spacious split w/5 room, 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment 3 level unit features 6 rms, 3brs, 2.5 baths, huge kitchen, sliders to an amazing rear yard. Granite counter top in kitchen, mix of granite floors & wood floors family room with stone fireplace, Master bedroom has private bath. Large deck is great for entertaining. Beautiful pool & resort style grounds.