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Heck of a way to get home By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON – The mercury had dropped to near-freezing last Friday night, Nov. 14, as Christopher Russell was walking through Hudson County’s West Hudson Park in the Harrison portion of the park. According to police, he was inebriated and he was cold, but, most of all, he wanted to get to his home in Newark’s Ironbound section. So, police said, the 30-yearold Russell made his way through some temporary orange plastic mesh fencing surrounding a construction site in West Hudson Park off Davis Ave. and climbed into the cab of an idle excavator. Finding no key in the ignition but making use of prior experience as a mechanic, Russell grabbed one of his own keys, jammed it into the ignition and managed to get the motor started, said Harrison Police Capt. Michael Green. As the heavy-duty vehicle lurched forward, trampling the fencing, county spokesman Jim Kennelly said, “The driver of the vehicle circulated through the park to the east of the Davis Ave. bridge project and caused damage to various park furniture, including a drinking fountain, a protective see PARK ROMP page

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The Harrison High School boys’ soccer team shows off the NJSIAA Group 1 state championship trophy it won after defeating Haddon Township, 4-0, Sunday at Kean University in Union. It marked the 25th NJSIAA state championship in the school’s rich and storied history., adding to their state and national records. It was the ﬁrst time since 2008 that the Blue Tide4 earned a state title. Senior Ali Lahrif increased his single season school scoring record to 37 goals in the process, as the Blue Tide avenged defeats in the overall state title game in 2012 and the state semiﬁnals last year. For more about the Blue Tide’s latest state title, read Jim Hague’s reports from the state title game in The Observer sports section.

90 displaced by 3-alarm blaze By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent

reported. Fire Chief Steve Dyl said the blaze broke out in a third-floor apartment at 425 Beech at 3:58 KEARNY – p.m. and was under control by A three-alarm fire in an 4:57 p.m. Along with the KFD, apartment building on Beech firefighters from North ArSt. at the Belleville Pike on lington, Harrison, Jersey City Sunday afternoon displaced 90 residents, but everyone was and North Hudson Regional Fire & Rescue were at the evacuated safely, authorities

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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent NUTLEY –

kitchen fire sent about 30 customers scurrying out of a popular Nutley pub last Saturday evening, Nov. 15. Cause of the blaze at the Old Canal Inn, 2 E. Passaic Ave., which went to two alarms, is listed as “accidental,” triggered by an issue related to “ventilation of cooking equipment,” according to Nutley Deputy Fire Chief Paul Cafone. No injuries to firefighters or civilians were reported, he said. The bar and rear dining area remain shuttered for now but Mark Conca, who owns and runs the place with brothers Phil, Ralph and Danny, has pledged to restore it and reopen as soon as they can. “We hope to get the front bar open in seven to 10 days,” Conca said last week. “But the kitchen and restaurant, we’re talking maybe three to six months. The Nutley and Bloomfield firefighters confined the fire to the back of the building and that’s what saved us.” Cafone said the fire started in the kitchen area, above the ceiling between the “void” (concealed) space and the roof and then spread into the rear dining room between the ceiling and the roof. Fire damage was pretty much confined to the kitchen area and the rear dining room. Tenants who live above the bar in the four-family, three-story wood frame structure were compelled

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Flames shoot from dining area of Old Canal Inn in Nutley last Saturday evening, causing the bar and restaurant to be shut, for now.

to evacuate their apartments after the building was deemed uninhabitable by the township’s code enforcement unit but, eventually, they were allowed to return after fire inspections of apartments were made during the week, according to Cafone. Cafone said that the initial alarm of fire came in at 5:49 p.m. through central station and the Nutley career firefighters responded aboard an engine and a ladder truck while the Nutley fire volunteers arrived in two engines. Nutley Fire Lt. Chris Loman, who was among the first responders, quickly called in a second alarm and, Bloomfield Fire Department – summoned under the township’s mutual aid agreement – came with an engine and ladder truck, Cafone said. Fire units from Montclair and Lyndhurst provided stand-by service, he added. Cafone estimated that,

all told, 41 firefighters from Nutley and Bloomfield fought the blaze which was declared under control by 7:30 p.m. PSE&G sent a crew to shut off the utilities in the building, he said. Despite the hardship that’s befallen the tavern, Mark Conca took some solace in the fact that the fire started when it did. “We had a full house of dinner reservations scheduled for a 7:30 [p.m.] serving,” he said, noting that the situation could’ve been a lot worse if the fire had broken out then. The pub building is believed to be over 100 years

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old and has been operating as a tavern, at least since 1934 when members of the Skorupski family of Bloomfield took it over until selling it to the Conca brothers in 2011. Part of the property straddles the Bloomfield border and it is said that the bar’s shuffleboard court, technically, sits on the Bloomfield property line. Nutley Mayor Alphonse Petracco, himself a business owner, said he empathized for the owners who, he said, were “childhood friends.” Conca insisted that he and his brothers were committed to “restore OCI.”

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More apartments eyed for Bergen Ave. By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY –

arlstadt builder Ed Russo is looking to expand a residential development project already in progress in a Kearny redevelopment area at Bergen and

Schuyler Aves. Russo told The Observer last month he has a contract to purchase an additional 2.25 acres of property on the northeast side of Bergen Ave. – opposite where his current project Vermella Crossing (formerly known as Schuyler Crossing) is rapidly rising.

He’s looking to acquire – and take down – commercial warehousing at 307-337 Bergen Ave. – 175 feet from the Schuyler intersection – currently owned by Wal-Park Associates of Verona and put up two new multi-family residential structures with a total of 70 apartments. Each three-story building would contain 35 apartments,

with 18 one-bedroom apartments and 17 two-bedroom units. Russo said that the design of those buildings would mirror the frame and masonry look of Vermella Crossing: six three-story buildings that will contain a total of 150 apartments, consisting of one- and two-bedroom units, plus a clubhouse/fitness center.

Although Russo included retail tenants -- a CVS pharmacy and Investors Bank – as part of his Vermella Crossing mixed-use development site, he said that – at this point – he is not planning any retail space for the proposed expansion project. What he is seeking, however, see RUSSO page

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Local taxes up again in borough By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

delayed since then because members of the governing body – faced with local elections earlier this month – couldn’t agree on the final numbers. But the process was pushed

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along by the looming threat of the state Local Finance Board dictating an outcome that, officials said, could have been far more distasteful. Had they not acted when they did, the borough faced having no revenues coming in since they’d have been unable to mail out bills without a county-certified tax rate, starting the new year with an operational deficit and $25-aday fines to individual council members for each day after Dec. 31 that the budget was late. As it is, the adopted 2014 budget, after amendments, calls for expenditures of $21.55 million (up from last year’s $20.18 million), of which $15,875,961 must be raised in local taxation (up from $14,657,457 last year). According to the CFO’s calculations, that translates to a nearly 8% increase on the local tax rate for municipal purposes only or a hike of about $254 on the “average” house assessed at $319,000. The county share of the budget is expected to have “zero” impact while the local school portion figures to add on about $14 for a total impact of $268 on a total tax bill of $9,220 (up from last year’s $8,951.). For the local spending document to be complete, however, the borough was relying on the Passaic Valley Water Commission to approve at its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18, a legal settlement that would pay North Arlington $325,000. Both sides have been in negotiations for many months over alleged overcharges the borough claims it’s owed. Only Council President Al Granell voted against the amended budget. In a prepared statement, Granell said he was

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Vets’ photos wanted for ‘Wall of Honor’ By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent NUTLEY –

his township, which has been in the forefront when it comes to offering support and assistance and recognition to veterans, has launched yet another project to pay tribute to the men and women who have served our nation. This time, going all the way back to the American Revolution. The Nutley Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, in partnership with the Nutley AMVETS, is creating a “Wall of American Honor,” which will feature images -- photos, sketches, portraits -- of all

township veterans from 1776 on. Also eligible are veterans who may not have personally lived in Nutley, but whose descendants or other relatives are current residents. So, Nutleyites, if your father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, sister, aunt, husband, wife, uncle, cousin, whatever, wore this country’s uniform, you are invited to submit that person’s picture for inclusion on the wall. In the words of Commissioner Steven Rogers, “It will be an enduring legacy that will enable future generations to see for themselves, through these photos, what their friends and relatives did to preserve the

nation.” The veterans need not have served in combat; those who swore their oath of allegiance in times of peace are also to be honored, for they, too, did their part to “preserve the nation.”

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n my spam folder, there are currently 15 emails: two ostensibly from EZPass telling me I owe toll money; four alerting me to a FedEx delivery/shipping notice; one, to a U.S. Postal Service delivery; one, for a UPS delivery; two notices to appear in court, and five messages from a company of which I have never heard but which wants me to confirm my address and my credit card payment. I have opened none of them, and as soon as I finish writing this, they will all be deleted. I kept them on file for tally purposes only. They are all bait used by scamsters who are “phishing” -- attempting to lure the email recipient into providing personal information (name, address, account info, etc.). Info they can then use to steal your identity. Sometimes, you don’t even have to reply. Merely by clicking on a link in the email, you could download a computer virus that will allow the crooks access to all sorts of data. Even worse, is something called a “Trojan” (as in the horse, okay?). As described by Scambusters.org, when you click on an icon or link, “It installs a downloading program that then fetches and installs

at least two more files on your system. These may disable your firewall, look for and steal credit card and bank account details, make screen snapshots and allow hackers continued access to your machine.” I am so wary now that I won’t open a suspicious email, much less click on anything. I wrote about the “notice to appear” scam earlier this year. Back then, I did open the missive, out of curiosity, but luckily there were no repercussions. It gave me a date and time when I was scheduled to appear for my “hearing” in “the court of St. LouisTampa” and if I did not show up “the case may be heard by the judge in your absence.” It also told me to download and read the “copy of the court notice . . . attached” to the letter. If the non-existence of a place called St. LouisTampa wasn’t enough of a clue, the instructions to download something screamed, “DANGER! FAKE!” I hoped that the column would alert some gullible, trusting readers to dangers lurking on the web. Which is the same reason I’m writing this one. FedEx, USPS and UPS scams -- and the ones allegedly

from individual retailers -- are still spreading, and I fear that as we enter the holiday shopping/delivery season, recipients might fall for them. Just delete the damn things. If you are truly concerned about a supposed missed delivery or whatever, contact the company directly -- but NOT via any phone number provided in the email, no matter how legit the letterhead/logo appears. Look up the number for yourself. The EZPass notice of unpaid tolls or overdue account payment is fake, too, and spreading. Don’t open it. If its mere arrival has you worried, call Port Authority EZPass customer service directly to find out if there really is a problem with your account. (Odds are, there isn’t.) Again: Obtain the phone number for yourself. Below is more advice, as posted by the Council of Better Business Bureaus, on how to spot scams. Some may be repetitive, but better repetition than being ripped off: • Don’t believe what you see. Scammers make emails appear to come from a reputable source. Just because it looks like a “usps.com” address does not mean it’s safe. • Be wary of unexpected

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emails that contain links or attachments. As always, do not click on links or open the files in unfamiliar emails. • Beware of pop-ups. Some pop-ups are designed to look like they’ve originated from your computer. If you see a pop-up that looks like an anti-virus software, but warns of a problem that needs to be fixed with an extreme level of urgency, it may be a scam. • Watch for poor grammar and spelling. Scam emails often

are riddled with typos. • (Be wary of a warning that) immediate action is necessary. Scam emails try to get you to act before you think by creating a sense of urgency. Don’t fall for it. Personally, I also no longer open any emails from senders I do not recognize. If you’re that eager to get in touch with me, contact The Observer. And identify yourself. – Karen Zautyk

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3 rescued in Beech St. house fire By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent KEARNY–

he Kearny Fire Department, responding to a Beech St. house fire last Thursday evening, had the blaze knocked down in 20 minutes, but not before rescuing three residents who were trapped on the front-porch roof. Fire Chief Steve Dyl credited KFD dispatcher Brian McCurrie with keeping the three from panicking while they awaited help. “The 911 call came in directly to the department, and he [McCurrie] stayed on the phone with the caller, who was on the roof, and was able to keep them

calm until firefighters rescued them,” Dyl said. The two women and a man, who had fled to their precarious perch from the second-floor residence, were safely brought down by Firefighters Victor Girdwood and Ron Protokowicz, Dyl said. Two men in the first-floor apartment had managed to escape on their own. The fire in the two-story, wood-frame home at 47 Beech, between Oakwood and Quincy Aves., was reported at 7:09 p.m. and was out by 7:25, Dyl said, but, due to flame, smoke and water damage, the residents all had to find other shelter. Two of the victims were treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and minor

lacerations. The blaze is believed to have started in the front room on the first floor, but the exact cause is under investigation by KFD Chief Inspector John

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Warning: Stop trashing Kearny By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent

two weeks. One is under investigation and the other has been solved, thanks to some nifty detective work. KEARNY – The more recent incident otice to anyone who was reported to KPD Officer views Kearny as their Brian Wisely at 10 a.m., Nov. personal trash heap: It’s 17, by a township Department not. Stay away. You have been of Public Works employee warned. who had discovered “a large Kearny police have amount of construction dealt with two cases of debris” behind the now-vacant illegal dumping in the past

Skinner Brothers automotive shop on Passaic Ave., Police Chief John Dowie said. Det. Michael Gonzalez responded to the scene along with William Pettigrew of the Kearny Health Department, and both rummaged through the leavings. In the debris, Dowie said, they found cabinet packaging, which was traced to a retailer.

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recreation complex. Officer Rich Carbone took the initial report at 4 p.m., Nov. 10, and found that portions of wooden fencing and buckets of concrete had been discarded. The Kearnyite who had called the cops said the men had jumped back into the truck and fled when they noticed him watching them -- but not before he was able to take a photo of the vehicle with his cell phone. A BOLO was issued, and security videos from the area are being collected. The investigation, by Gonzalez, the Health Department and the DPW, is ongoing.

Black ice creates havoc KEARNY– November temperatures, half-a-month overdue, arrived with a vengeance last week, bringing with them that bane of winter travel: black ice. Between 6 a.m. and noon on Tuesday, Nov. 18, the KPD recorded nine motor vehicle accidents -- eight of them in South Kearny -- all involving black ice. In the first crash, which occurred on Fish House Road, Officer Steven Hroncich suffered head, neck and back injuries when his patrol car was read-ended by a DMS Express truck, Chief John Dowie reported. The patrol car was deemed “totalled” and was towed to headquarters, where it sits in the police yard. Dowie said there were “severe icing conditions” on the road at the time and a request

was made to Hudson County to come and salt it. The subsequent accidents occurred at 6:12 a.m. on Harrison Ave.; 6:14 on Fish House; 7:33 on Harrison; 7:44 on Fish House; 8:05 on Harrison; 8:12 on Rt. 1/9; 10 (there was a lull) on Jacobus Ave.; 11:45 at Kearny and Bergen Aves., and at noon on Pennsylvania Ave. in South Kearny. But that didn’t end the motor vehicle havoc. Although ice did not necessarily play a role, additional accidents on that day were reported at 3:30 p.m. at Bergen Ave. and Belgrove Drive; 3:49 on Kearny Ave.; 6:45 on Rt. 1/9 and 11:20 on Harrison Ave. Aside from those to Hroncich, there reportedly were no serious injuries. – Karen Zautyk

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Nov. 17 Multiple police units converged on a Baltimore St. location on a report of a motor vehicle accident where a driver was allegedly trying to get away. When officers arrived, police said they instructed the driver, Roberto Candelaria, 25, of Carteret, to exit but they said he ignored them and displayed combative behavior at HQ. He was charged with possession of marijuana under 50 grams, possession of drug paraphernalia and disorderly conduct and was ticketed for violations of DWI, possession of CDS in a motor vehicle, reckless driving, failure to wear seatbelt and tinted windows. Police said a resident’s fence was damaged and a fire hydrant dislodged as a result of the accident. ••• Nov. 15 A motor vehicle stop on Cesar Lazo, 30, of Califor- Franklin Ave. led to the arnia, was arrested at Kingsrest of Emmanuel Ndupu, 62, land St. and Bloomfield Ave. of Hillside, on an active waron a warrant from Belmar. rant from Newark. Ndupu He was transferred to the was also issued a summons custody of Belmar PD who, for unregistered vehicle. He in turn, released him pendwas turned over to the cusing a new court date. tody of Newark PD. ••• ••• Someone stole a 16G 2nd Police said a phone scam Generation iPad with a black was perpetrated on a Vreeand red case from a vehicle land Ave. resident who got parked on William St., the a call from “Team Viewer” victims told police. The vic- warning that their computer tims reported that they left was about to crash but that their truck to accept a dona- if the resident paid for their tion for the Salvation Army services, they could help fix and when they returned, the the problem. Police said the iPad was gone. resident sent an electronic ••• payment of $399 to “cash” A Daily St. resident report- from their checking account ed someone made fraudubut, after checking with polent charges totaling about lice, the resident contacted $1,000 on their American their bank and managed to Express card. Police advised stop payment. Police said the resident to check their the resident told them their credit reports and alert their computer was frozen and credit card company’s fraud could have been hacked. Podepartment. lice advised them to contact a PC repair person. Nov. 16 A Hillside Ave. resident Nov. 18 told police someone pelted A fraud victim walked into their car with eggs while it HQ to report that someone was parked during the night. see NPD page

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Gold & Diamond Trading: a gem in our own back yard By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent HARRISON – If you’re looking to buy gold, silver, platinum or diamond jewelry, Gold & Diamond Trading in Harrison likely has what you need. If you’re looking for a great Rolex, they’ll have that, too. And, if you already possess such items and are looking to sell them, you’ll be able to make some cash at the most reasonable buy-back rates in the area. For the last six years, Gold & Diamond Trading has been operating at 15 Frank E. Rodgers Boulevard North. Owner Jack Malki is a third-generation jeweler. “This has been in the family for three generations,” Malki said. “Before I opened here in Harrison, I operated a business in Rockaway. I really enjoy what I do.” While there are several jewelers to choose from locally, Malki said there are numerous things that separate his business from the competition. Most notably, he says, 90% of all repairs are done right on site. “And if a customer has something that needs to be repaired, and we don’t have a part for it, and this rarely happens, we will never ask to keep the customer’s things here – we’ll order the parts — and they come back when the parts arrive. They

anyone brings in to sell,” he said. “And what separates us from others, again, is that we will offer a very fair price. If someone has a better offer and it’s within reason, we’ll match the offer, as well.” Generally, most of the watches he buys are genuine Rolexes. And he can spot an authentic one from a fake in a heartbeat. “Absolutely, I can tell the real ones from the others,” he said. Another indication of the quality of his work, Malki said, is that he draws customers from all over — not just locally. “We have customers from Jersey City, Bayonne, North Arlington, Harrison, Kearny — all over,” Malki said. “And we’re able to do this because our customers know if they’re buying, they’ll get the best at the fairest prices. Photos courtesy John Malki If they’re selling, they’ll Gold & Diamond Trading in Harrison is a thirdmake the fairest money generation family business. back. We treat everyone can leave their items here. the repairs. His many years have all the machines here like they’re our own — and But I completely understand that can do the repairs, if a of experience — and care that’s part of the reason that most people don’t want customer comes in and we for his customers — won’t we’ve always been successto leave valuables somehave the parts, they can sim- allow him to do otherwise. ful.” where for any amount of “I want to be sure everyply wait here and the repairs Visit Gold & Diamond time,” Malki said. thing is done correctly and will be done very quickly. Trading at 15 Frank E. RodgBecause all repairs are quickly,” he said. It’s the advantage of having ers Blvd. North, Harrison, done on site, chances are if While not all jewelers buy Monday to Friday, from the equipment here — come you need something fixed, things, Gold & Diamond in, give us what you want 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and your wait time will be mini- repaired, and I’ll do it.” Trading prides itself on its Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to mal. While there are other em- commitment to buy top6 p.m. Visit them on Face“We do the repairs with ployees at Gold & Diamond quality gold, silver, platibook at www.Facebook.com/ great care and concern,” Trading, Malki says he’s the num, diamonds and watches. golddiamondtrading. Call Malki said. “And because I “We will assess anything only person who performs 973-484-3000.

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Nutley Abundant Life Worship Center, 390 Washington Ave., sponsors a blood drive on Sunday, Nov. 30, from noon to 4:30 p.m. Sign up at the center or to schedule an appointment, visit nybloodcenter.org and use group code 68275. Walk-ins are welcome. For questions about eligibility, call 1-800-933-2566 or visit the website. Donors must be at least age 17 or 16 with parental consent and remember to bring ID. Children can send letters to Santa Claus by placing them in the “Santa Express Mailbox.” starting Friday, Nov. 28, at the Park Oval entrance on Chestnut St., in conjunction with Santa’s arrival at the Oval. The last day of collection will be Wednesday, Dec. 17. Children must include their age and return address on each letter. Santa doesn’t always have the luxury of time to look up addresses during the busy holiday season. For more information, contact the Department of Public Affairs at 973-2844976.

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heated “lovers’ quarrel” taking place in the intersection outside Roosevelt School. According to police, a 34-year-old Newark woman, who works in the area, said she had been confronted by Jason Smith, 34, of New York City, who pushed her to the ground and then fled. He was apprehended as he attempted to board a bus In a search incident to arrest on an assault charge, Smith was reportedly found to have two bags of suspected cocaine and was also charged with possession of the drug and paraphernalia. In addition, police said, he was wanted on a Jersey City warrant. Nov. 19 At 10:30 p.m., Officer Michael Santucci responded to a Belleville Pike warehouse, where the owner and manager reported that two employees who had been unloading a trailer attempted to steal 20 dress shirts, priced at $50 each -- and that one had even put on a shirt under his work clothes. Arrested on charges of theft and conspiracy were Diomedes Gomera, 46, of Union City, and Marcio Miranda, 46, of North Bergen. In addition to the shirts, police said, four bottles of “Sexy Lover” perfume were found secreted in the trailer. – Karen Zautyk

Student at D.C. confab Lyndhurst High School sophomore Amanda Fulcher attended the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Washington from Nov. 14 to 16. The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research. The purpose is to honor, inspire, motivate and direct them to stay true to their dream and, after the event, provide a path, plan and resources to help them reach their goal. During the program, students from across the country heard Nobel Laureates and National

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‘Dig Pink’ event big moment for Nutley volleyball Cristina Nicastro took over the Nutley High School girls’ volleyball program this fall and wanted to have the Maroon Raiders get involved with a community-related project during the season. For the prior three years, while she was the head coach at Cedar Grove, Nicastro organized a “Dig Pink” fundraiser, where all of the proceeds of the event would go to the SideOut Foundation, a group of volleyball teams on the high school, college and club levels that raise money for breast cancer awareness and research. “I wanted to do the same thing here in Nutley,” said Nicastro, who just recently completed her first season with the Maroon Raiders. “Everyone was so supportive. The school’s administration, the kids, especially the parents, all got behind this cause.” So as the season wound down, the Maroon Raiders played host to Bloomfield and held their first-ever “Dig Pink” fundraiser, where anyone and everyone was asked to don pink clothes and reach into their pockets to help the worthy cause.

“As soon as someone walked into the gym, there was pink everywhere,” Nicastro said. “It really was amazing. It was truly a ‘PinkOut.’” The parents made baked goods to be sold that day. The players were at the gym all day prior to the match decorating the gym and making the place pink and festive. “Our players made paper volleyballs with their names on it, asking for a donation,” Nicastro said. “We probably made 1,000 paper volleyballs. It was really nice.” The Third Half Club of Nutley, an athletic support group comprised of Nutley alumni, donated the money to purchase the pink T-shirts that the players wore. “We also asked everyone there to wear something pink,” Nicastro said. “It really was a special night.” More importantly, the Maroon Raiders managed to raise $3,000 for their efforts, one of the top schools in the “Dig Pink” fundraiser nationwide. see VIEW next page

Harrison caps off brilliant NJSIAA Group I run with th school’s 25 state title Blue Tide romps past Haddon Township to complete dominant run By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer UNION –

t took 36 minutes of onesided dominant play for Harrison High School to take the lead in the NJSIAA Group I state soccer championship against Haddon Township Sunday afternoon at Kean University. It took all of 20 seconds after halftime for the Blue Tide to enforce their will against their beleaguered opponents. Then it took a span of just one minute and 45 seconds to blow the doors off the contest, like the Blue Tide did in each of their five previous state playoff games prior to Sunday. Christian Restrepo scored a goal with four minutes left in the first half, then Cristian Marquez, Ali Lakhrif and Ali Lachgar all tallied in the second half, as the Blue Tide romped to a 4-0 victory, giving the school its state and national record 25th NJSIAA state title – and the school’s first since 2008. The 4-0 whitewash of Haddon Township capped an incredible streak of dominance for the Blue Tide, who finished their season with a 24-3 record, including their six straight wins in the state playoffs by an incredible margin of 31-1. “I was expecting a really tough game,” said veteran Harrison head coach Mike Rusek, who enjoyed his seventh overall NJSIAA state title and incredibly, the 300th victory since Rusek and his younger brother John took over the Harrison program some 15 years ago. For the first 36 minutes, it was a tough one – for Haddon

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Harrison senior defender Jose Carrera moves his way up field during the NJSIAA Group I state soccer championship at Kean University Sunday, a game won by Harrison, 4-0, extending both the state and national record for state championships by one school. Harrison defeated Haddon Township in the title game, giving the school its 25th NJSIAA state championship.

Township goalkeeper Kieran Burns, who was diving left and right to make save after save, as the Blue Tide just kept the pressure on from the outset. The Blue Tide unleashed a barrage of shots at Burns and the onslaught just kept coming. The Blue Tide shot it wide right, wide left, dead on to where Burns had to make a diving save. Leandro Gonzales thought he had a goal, but hit his blast over the crossbar. Marcelo Esquivel hit the crossbar. Restrepo hit the post. At one point, the Blue Tide held a 20-1 advantage in shots, but had nothing to show for their hard work. “We just needed to get one,”

Rusek said. “We were playing well. I thought we needed to get the first one.” Finally, Restrepo secured a rebound of a Lakhrif shot and knocked it past Burns for the only goal the Blue Tide would need. “After we got the first goal, there was a sense of relief,” said Restrepo, a senior midfielder who played a huge role in each of the last two Blue Tide state playoff runs that came up just a little short. “I thought one would just keep us going.” After halftime, that’s exactly what happened – and it didn’t take long. see CHAMPS page

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VIEW from And to make the evening complete, the Maroon Raiders won the match against Bloomfield, avenging a defeat earlier in the season. “Next year, it will be bigger and better,” Nicastro said. “Hardly anyone knew about it this year. Hopefully, we will turn it into a Nutley volleyball tradition, a community event for years to come.” The Maroon Raiders completed the first year of the Nicastro era with an 11-11 record. The new coach had hoped for better results, but after all, as they say, Rome wasn’t built in a day. “I’m happy we got to .500,” Nicastro said. “We had a rough start and it was hard to come back from it.” The Maroon Raiders dropped their first four matches this season, putting them in a hole that was difficult to climb out of. “We were 0-4, but it was so frustrating, because we were losing games in three sets and losing by two or three points,” Nicastro said. “We were so close, right there in every single game.” The Maroon Raiders had a chance to upset perennially

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The Nutley girls’ volleyball program endured some tough times early on to rebound and post an 11-11 record, including a win over Bloomfield in the program’s “Dig Pink” fundraiser. The Maroon Raiders are shown here wearing their pink shirts.

state-ranked power Livingston in the opening weeks, but fell to a hard defeat. “I think that was all part of the growing pains,” Nicastro said. “The girls were getting to know me and I was getting to know them. It was tough for a while. But then, things finally clicked. The girls got used to the rotation and started beating teams left and right.” Senior Molly Demgard was one of the top Maroon Raider performers. The outside hitter earned First Team All-Super Essex Conference honors and

finished the season with an astounding 127 kills. “She was my top returning varsity player and I really depended upon her experience,” Nicastro said. “She has a great serve and held us on the line.” Senior setter Jennifer Lohr also played a huge role. “We relied on her to set on every single point,” Nicastro said. “We played a 5-1 formation, which meant that we were asking a lot of her. She did a phenomenal job. There were very few balls that she didn’t get to.”

Lohr had 191 service points to lead the team. The team also relied upon senior reserves Victoria Matturro, Kristen Palermo, Abigail Gardner and Amanda Llano, who aided in the cause. Matturro and Gardner were defensive specialists, Palermo an outside hitter and Llano a middle hitter. “The seniors really helped to acclimate me to the program,” Nicastro said. “They were a huge help.” Assistant coach Jenna Dwyer, a Nutley alum and former volleyball and basketball standout at the school, was also a huge help. Junior Claudia Martin was the Maroon Raiders’ outside hitter, with twin sister Tess the opposite hitter. “Claudia has a very unique serve who came up big for us on the back,” Nicastro said. “Tess had a big role in that she played three of the six rotations on the back row and helped us keep balls alive.” Sophomore middle hitter Jessica Robinson had 226 digs, tops on the team. “She was the libero once and we switched her position,” Nicastro said. “She studied hard

and learned the position well. She became a great defender and was very consistent. She’s an excellent utility player.” Sophomore Sara McEnery was another middle hitter, with good size (5-foot-10) at the net. “We relied on her a lot,” Nicastro said of McEnery, who had 52 blocks, tops on the team. Junior Emily Varga was the team’s reserve setter. She also spent a lot of time studying the game this year. “She will be ready to step into that role next year as our top setter,” Nicastro said of McEnery. “I’m confident she can step into that role well.” So the Maroon Raiders made Nicastro’s first season a successful one. “I did consider it a very successful season,” Nicastro said. “I came in and had to make some changes. They had to understand my way of teaching the game.” And for a change, the postseason won’t be that long. “The girls are already talking about next season,” Nicastro said. “They’re ready to go now. They’re all excited about it and talking about it. I think we’re moving in the right direction.”

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Marquez, a junior midfielder, collected the ball immediately after the second half began, moved within shooting range and fired a low shot to the far right side of the goal that eluded Burns. Just 20 seconds into the second half, the Blue Tide had a 2-0 lead. “I definitely knew it was coming,” said Marquez through the help of an interpreter. “I

touches on the masterpiece. Lachgar, who incredibly was stranded at Journal Square last week trying to get home in time for the state semifinal against Waldwick, missing the game, was pulled down in the penalty area. The senior, who lives in Harrison, but attends County Prep, calmly nailed the penalty kick for his first and only goal of the season, pushing the lead to 4-0. “Never in my wildest dreams

Lachgar said. “After the last two years, we came so close, but we didn’t have the luck. It’s a great feeling to dominate the way we did.” “It was a great year,” said Lakhrif, who wore one orange shoe and one lime green cleat for good luck. “I’m going to miss it.” It’s also a United Nations of

sorts, with kids from different backgrounds in Latin America, South America, Europe and now the Middle East, with the two Moroccans (Lakhrif and Lachgar). What are the odds of two players from Morocco who never knew each other before high school joining forces to carve out their own little slice of Harrison soccer history?

Rusek said that the Blue Tide dedicated their state championship victory to the memory of late Harrison Mayor Raymond McDonough, who died last February of a heart attack. “I think we all miss him a lot,” Rusek said. “We wanted to win it this year for him. He was a big supporter of our team. He was definitely here in spirit.”

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From l., assistant coach Mickey Rusek, senior Leandro Gonzales, head coach Mike Rusek, assistant coach John Rusek, senior forward Ali Lakhrif and senior midfielder Jorge Castro pose with the NJSIAA Group I state championship trophy after the Blue Tide rolled past Haddon Township, 4-0, Sunday at Kean University. It was the 25th state title for the school, the seventh in head coach Mike Rusek’s regime and the 300th win since Rusek took over the Harrison program 15 years ago.

just didn’t expect it to happen that quickly.” “We were pushing to get that second goal,” Rusek said. “That was a great goal.” However, it paled in comparison to the one that followed. Ten minutes later, Lakhrif knocked in one of the most amazing goals ever witnessed. The senior forward, who came into the game already holding the school’s single-season goal record with 36, secured the ball just outside the box, then somehow maneuvered his way through three defenders including using a spin move, then shook the final defender with a fake and chipped the ball toward a helpless Burns for a 3-0 lead. “His touch is incredible,” Rusek said. “He made me fall over with the last fake.” “One goal wasn’t enough for us,” said Lakhrif, who cemented his place in Harrison soccer history with his 37th goal of the season. “I just needed to score one more. It was my last game. I just made the defender go for the ball. He fell down and I shot it.” Sounds simple, but in reality, the goal was a truly a strike of genius. Less than a minute later, the Blue Tide put the finishing

did I ever think I’d score a goal like that,” Lachgar said. Goalkeeper Nick Araujo wasn’t seriously threatened, making just three saves to secure the shutout, his fifth of the state playoffs. “It was nice to be part of something this special,” Rusek said. “These seniors had a crushing defeat in the state playoffs last year after being undefeated. To end it like this might have been better than any other team we’ve had.” Certainly no other state champion enjoyed such a dominant run. In championship seasons past, there were overtimes and penalty kick shootouts and drama galore. Not this time. This was pure dominance, top to bottom. “We were pretty sure that since we got another chance to come back (to the state championship game), we weren’t going to let this one slip away,” Rusek said. “We’ve really enjoyed a special time here. When things come together and the kids are out here with a sense of purpose and reason, it’s really nice to be a part of it. It’s unique that they all play for the team, rather than themselves. It’s very unique that way.” “It was a great way for us senior players to finish,”

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practice,” Harrison head coach Mike Rusek said. “We didn’t know if he would be able to make it to practice every day. It was difficult being at another school.” “My parents had it in mind that I would go to County Prep to further my education,” said Lachgar, who is another player of Moroccan descent on the Blue Tide roster, joining record-breaking goal scorer Ali Lahkrif. “I always played soccer with my friends down the courts. I never thought I would play soccer in high school.” Photo by Jim Hague Lachgar went from WashHarrison senior defender Ali Lachgar. ington Middle School to County Prep, instead of going “I left school at 1 p.m. and to Harrison High. got to Journal Square about “At first, I was a little dis1:50 p.m.,” Lachgar explained. appointed, because all my “When I got there, there was friends went to Harrison,” an announcement that all Lachgar said. “I was a little (PATH) trains from Journal heartbroken and hurt, but Square to Newark were susafter a few months, I got over pended temporarily.” it.” Apparently, a woman had But there was always that fallen onto the train tracks and transportation thing. needed to be rescued. Service “Especially this year,” Lachwas shut down. gar said. “Practice would begin After an hour, Lachgar was at 3:30 and there were times I panic stricken. didn’t get there until 4. But the “I tried calling my parents, coaches were understanding but they were at work,” Lachand were really lenient. Coach gar said. “There was no one (Mike) Rusek always told me else I could think of. Every that he knew he had a place minute that went by was so for me.” frustrating.” Rusek definitely liked LachThe Harrison team bus was gar’s potential, especially his leaving school at 4 p.m. in size along the backline. time for the scheduled 6 p.m. “He was a JV (junior varsity) kickoff at Indian Hills High player his first two years and School in Oakland. last year, he came in off the It was at that time that Lach- bench,” Rusek said. “(Assisgar realized his worst nighttant coach and brother) John mare had become a reality. He (Rusek) and I always thought was going to have to miss the that Ali would help this team Blue Tide’s huge state semifi- out. He’s smart. He’s such a nal game. tall kid, but he’s smooth for “I had to wait for my Dad to his size. He could pretty much come get me,” Lachgar said. play anywhere, but he defi“No trains were running all nitely helped us on the back night. I missed the game, what line.” could have been my last game. Lachgar missed the game I was so disappointed not to against Waldwick, a game be there.” won by the Blue Tide, 4-0, to “It was terrible,” Harrison advance to the overall NJSIAA head coach Mike Rusek said. Group I state championship “He was actually texting me game against Haddon Townand telling me where he was. ship Sunday. I asked him if there was any “It was a big loss for us,” way he could get someone Rusek said. “I had to make a to take him to the game, but few adjustments on the way there was no chance.” to the game. I was a little The transportation issue had nervous that he wasn’t there, plagued Lachgar in the past. “Since he goes to County continued next page Prep, he would come and go at

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and makes finale memorable because Waldwick had a high scoring forward (Andrew Hymson) who had 20-plus goals this year. But the rest of the team stepped up without Ali. It could have been a tough one.” Lachgar was obviously pleased that his high school career didn’t end in Journal Square. “It was a huge sigh of relief for me, because I got to play one more game with my teammates,” Lachgar said. “I was checking updates on line about the game. I knew we would do well. We dominated.” And Lachgar was not about to miss the state finale. “I was going to be at the school early,” Lachgar said. Lachgar was with his teammates when they got to Kean University Sunday afternoon and the Blue Tide rolled once again, defeating Haddon Township by a similar 4-0 outcome, capturing the school’s national record 25th state championship. And as luck would have it, Lachgar, who went the entire

season without a single goal, got his chance to make the score books. With the Blue Tide holding a commanding 3-0 lead, Lachgar was taken down in the penalty area, earning a penalty kick. “We have a rule that if you get fouled in the box, it’s your penalty kick,” Rusek said. “You earned it. Unless you want to pass it off to someone else, it’s yours.” Lachgar didn’t hesitate at all. “He just grabbed the ball and went to the line,” Rusek said. “He didn’t have a goal all year, but he knew he was taking that shot.” “Usually Leandro (Gonzales) takes the penalty kicks and he wanted to take it,” Lachgar said. “But I always joked with my friends that I was saving my goal for the state finals. This was my last chance, so I was taking that penalty kick and burying it.” Which is exactly what Lachgar did, putting a cherry on the one-sided sundae that gives Harrison yet another state championship.

“There’s no better feeling in the world,” Lachgar said. “I can’t even put it into words. Was this really possible? I was the last one to score in the 25th state championship in the school’s history. You can’t even explain it. It’s amazing. It’s kind of like a Cinderella story. From not being able to help on Wednesday to scoring a goal in the state championship. Just amazing.”

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“It really is incredible,” said Rusek of Lachgar, who has been selected as The Observer Athlete of the Week for the past week and the final honoree of the fall scholastic sports season. “It was well earned. Here’s four years of hard work all coming together in that one moment. It’s really like a Hollywood ending. Ali is the kind of player that every coach would like to have. It’s

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is approval from the town governing body for a PILOT (Payment in lieu of Tax) agreement similar to the tax abatement deal previously negotiated with the town for the residential portion of Vermella Crossing. That arrangement was for a 30-year PILOT agreement which called for Russo to pay the town an annual “service charge” of $375,000 (representing 10% of the gross annual rents), with yearly ad-

the name Schuyler Crossing Urban Renewal LLC, with the Kearny Planning Board for approval to undertake the new project which, according to the application, will include “all necessary drainage, sanitary sewer, water, landscaping and lighting improvements.” Russo is seeking variances from the Schuyler Redevelopment Plan for impervious coverage and ground signs, he’s asking for a design waiver to provide 9-foot by 18-foot parking stalls and he

wants an exception to allow parking for 106 as opposed to 133 spaces. Plans call for 64 “garage/ driveway” spaces and 42 “open parking” spaces. In neighboring Harrison, meanwhile, Russo is building a single five-story structure that will hold 400 apartments (a combination of studios, one- and two-bedrooms) plus 15,000 square feet of groundfloor retail space and various amenities. In other development news, the Kearny Zoning Board of

Adjustment voted Nov. 6 to clear the way for Helo Holdings Inc. to expand its South Kearny heliport by building a new helicopter hangar/maintenance facility, offices and lounge for a total of 40,465 square feet at Central Ave. and Webster Road. With the capacity to handle more aircraft, Helo CEO Jeff Hyman has projected that the number of flights, primarily by corporate clients, would likely increase by an additional 45 per day, from the current 20 to 27 daily flights.

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been recuited, the commissioner said, but any local child came from the department, or teen is welcome to volunwhich also decided to enlist teer. Just contact him at the Nutley youngsters in the Department of Public Affairs: project. “This wall is going to 973-284-4976. be an educational tool, con As for the photos (or structed by students,” he said, drawings or portraits) of the explaining that they will be vets, these should be mailed framing the photos and organ- to Rogers at the Department izing the makeup of the wall. of Public Affairs at 149 Area Scout troops, the Chestnut St., Nutley 07110. school district and the Nutley “We do not need original High School Patriot Club have photos, copies will do,” said

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KEARNY – The annual Kearny KUEZ Holiday Tree Lighting Festival will be held Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. outside Town Hall on Kearny Ave. The immensely popular tradition will begin with a concert featuring the Washington School Chorus, Franklin School Chorus, cast members of the West Hudson Arts & Theater Co. production of “A Charlie Brown Christmas”; the Kearny High School Quartet, and the Nick Fabbz Band. At 6:30 p.m., Santa arrives to help Mayor Alberto G. Santos and members of the Town Council light the Holiday Tree. The festivities then move to Town Hall Park, where Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves will be on hand for children (12 and under) to visit. Parents are

reminded to bring their cameras! The merry-making continues throughout the park until 8:30 p.m. Activities include: Jingle Bell Stage performances and dance party with Frosty the Snowman; balloon art; face painting; Winter Ice Princesses meet-and-greet; giant coloring mural; giant post card to Santa; giant holiday photo op, a magic show and more. In addition, children can learn how to create candy art and holiday crafts and make Magic Reindeer Food! Members of the Kearny Fire Department will also be on hand, distributing coloring books, children’s fire hats and more. A spectacular KFD pump and ladder truck will be parked on Kearny Ave. for kids to explore with the firefighters. The Salvation Army

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Dorothy A. Bailey Mrs. Dorothy A. Bailey, of Kearny, died on Saturday, Nov. 22. She was 79. Relatives and friends may call at the Condon Funeral Home, 684 Kearny Ave., Kearny (condonfuneralhome. com) on Tuesday, Nov. 25, from 4 to 8 p.m. The funeral Mass will be celebrated by her nephew, the Rev. Stephen Carey, on Wednesday, Nov. 26, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. Dorothy Bailey was on among the first residents of the Kearny Senior Residence where she was active socially in all events. Dorothy was a mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother as well as a loving sister. Surviving are two brothers. She was predeceased by seven other siblings. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

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He was a proud 1946 graduate of Kearny High School. Carl was employed for 46 years as a partnership owner with his brother, Joe, of A. Battista & Sons Inc., a wholesale banana dealership in the Newark Farmers Market before retiring in 1992. After retiring, he was a learned attendant for the Board of Elections in Kearny and Somerset for 25 years. He loved visiting Monmouth Park Racetrack during the summer months with his son, Carl. At Canal Walk he was an avid bocce player and also enjoyed playing in the Texas Hold ’em tournaments. He cherished time spent with his family and friends. Mr. Battista was predeceased by his parents and his brothers, Rocco and Joseph. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 56 years, Dorothy, of Somerset; his children, Dr. Carl J. Battista and his wife, Bettianne, of Hillsdale; Donna Niro, and her husband, NichoCarl J. Battista las, of Hillsborough; and Doris Carl J. Battista, 86, passed Ann Battista of Washington away peacefully on Nov. 18. Township; his three grandchilBorn in Kearny, to Angelo dren, Carl John III, Michael and Michelina Battista, he was Owen, and Marisa Elizabeth a resident of Kearny for 75 Niro; his 95-year-old brother, years before moving to Canal Lewis T. Battista of Kearny, Walk in Somerset 11 years ago. and many loving nieces and

nephews. Arrangements were by Hagan-Chamberlain Funeral Home, Bound Brook. A funeral Mass was held at St. Cecilia Church, Kearny, followed by entombment in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital: www. stjude.org Blandina Iglesias Hermida Blandina Iglesias Hermida (Blandina Fernandez) died Nov. 18. She was 83. Born in Spain, she lived in Kearny for many years. Arrangements were by the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. The burial will take place in Spain. Blandina is survived by her husband Andres Fernandez Sr. She was the mother of Manuel, Jose, Rosa and Andres (Jr.) Fernandez. Sister of Pepe Iglesias, she is also survived by her grandchildren Andres III, Kelsie, Nicholas, Joell, Jose Jr., Andrew, Allison and Alexis Fernandez and one greatgrandchild, CJ. Her loving family wanted to share a beautiful poem about her:

NHS inductees from Prep The following local residents were among 69 seniors recently inducted as members of the McNally-Sinnott Chapter of the National Honor Society at St. Peter’s Preparatory School in Jersey City:

St. Jude Novena May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world, now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer 9 times a day. Say it for 9 days. By the eighth day, your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. Thank you, St. Jude. BRW

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“God saw her getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put his arms around her and whispered, “Come to Me.” “With tearful eyes we watched her slowly fade away. Although we loved her dearly, we could not make her stay. “A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. “God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. You will always be in our hearts.” In lieu of flowers, please consider Vitas Hospice, 70 S. Orange Ave., Suite 210, Livingston, N.J. 07039 or call 973994-4738. Eileen A. Waropay Eileen A. Waropay, 71, of Quakertown, Pa., formerly of Kearny, died Nov. 15 in St. Luke’s Hospice House, Bethlehem, Pa. Born in Jersey City, she was the daughter of the late Newton and Frances “Edna” (Edwards) Hook. Eileen was

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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 1st fl. 3 BR, HT/HW included. $1,350/month. No section 8. Avl. Dec. 1st (201) 306-0054

BELLEvILLE 1 bdrm in apt building. $850 includes HT/HW. No pets. (201) 998-9465 BELLEvILLE 3 cozy room apt. 1 BR, LR, kitchen w/refrigerator, Bathroom. All new, excellent location. $925/month. All utilities included. Verizon Fios with HBO, Showtime etc. included. No pets. Call (908) 204-1348 Also, Bloomfield 5 room apt. Available

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harrISOn HARRISON 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor. New construction. $1800/month, 1-1/2 months security. Available January 1st. (386) 237-7680

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HARRISON 2 Br, 8 blocks from train station, LR, EIK 2nd fl. No Washer or dryer. $1,200/month. Utilities separate. 1 ½ month security. Call 201-618-3988 from 6pm-9pm. HARRISON 4 BR’S, Nice Kitchen & Bathroom. All ceramic floors. Dinning area. Living Room, Totally remodeled. 3rd fl. Waking distance to path. $2400 + utilities. 1-½ mos security. (973)769-4897. HARRISON 5 room apt. 3 BR’s. 1st floor. 6 family home. $1,100 + utilities. Walking Distance to PATH. 973-953-5031. HARRISON Modern 3 bdrms, walk to path. $1400.00/month. Pay your own utilities, except for water. 111 Cross St, 2nd floor, between North 4th and 3rd. Call 973-615-3765 Susy or David. HARRISON New 3 BR apt. LR, EIK, dishwasher C/A. $1425/mo + Security & utilities. Available now. (551)358-9353 HARRISON 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 parking, brand new house, $1700/month, 1-1/2 months security. 1 large room w/separate entrance and bathroom, brand new, $700/month, 11/2 months security. 2 bedrooms, bath, $1100/month, 1-1/2 months security. All Close to PATH. (551) 222-9975 or (551) 666-7310 HARRISON Renovated 2 BR, Kitchen, LV. 1 ½ month security. 1 month rent. No pets. Available now. 862-452-0598.

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ApArtments for rent kEARNy Large Studio for rent, 1 large BR, small BR. LV, large bathroom. C/A. $800/month. utilities included. No smoking. No pets. Avl. Now. (973) 820-3452. Se habla espanol.

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 1 BR. Apt. Bldg. Arlington Sect. Newly Renovated. Laundry on premises. HT/HW included. Near Transportation. No pets. $825/mo + sec. (201) 998-4972

kEARNy 3rd fl. Near Garfield School. $875/month. 1 ½ months security. Avl. Now. Laundry on premises. No pets. (201) 681-8356.

kEARNy 2 BR’s LR, DR, Kitchen & bath. $1,100/month. 1 ½ months security. Close to transportation & High School. Avl. Now. (201) 566-1357 (201) 932-4164 kEARNy 3rd fl. 1 bedroom $950. 1 ½ months security. HT/HW included. Call super between 11am8pm. (201) 998-9006

kEARNy Arlington Section, 4 rooms, 1st floor, central air, offstreet parking. No pets. $1100/month + 1 month security. Separate utilities. Available December (201) 486-5602

kEARNy 355 Kearny Ave. 1 BR, LR & Kitchen. $850/month. HT/HW Inc. 201-283-4440 or 973-465-0166.

kEARNy Modern 6 rooms, supply own utilities. No pets. Security & references. Call weekend 201-997-0676.

kEARNy Modern 2 BR, 2nd fl. Across from Library, new clean rooms, newly renovated. Washer & Dryer. Dishwasher, $1,200/month + electricity. 1 ½ months security (973) 769-4897. kEARNy 2nd. Fl. 3 BR, $1,200/month. 1 month security. Avl. Dec. 1st. (201) 889-4498. kEARNy 2 BR, LR, Kitchen, Bath. Access to yard. Schuyler school district. $1,150/month, 1 ½ month security. 201-637-2734 201-724-0385. kEARNy Large 1 BR apt. Loft style. Featuring open floor plan, high ceiling, large windows, H/W floor throughout, New ceramic tile in bath. New kitchen, Ceiling fans in each room. $1200/month + security & utilities. No pets. (201) 991-6942. kEARNy Modern 3 room furnished apt, 1 BR. HT/HW included. Refrigerator included. Smoke-Free & quiet residence. $1,150/mo. Please call (201) 600-0233 to schedule an apt. kEARNy 2 bed room, 2nd floor. $1100/month plus utilities. No pets. (201) 650-4975.

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ApArtments for rent kEARNy 4 beautiful rooms apt. Avail Dec. 1st or 15th. Sep. utilities. $1200/month. 1 mo. sec. No pets. References required. 6-month to 1-yr lease. (908) 803-7696 (201) 998-3284

kEARNy Beautiful 2 bedrooms, 2nd floor. Separate utilities. $1200/month, 1-1/2 months security. No pets. No smoking. Available December 1st. (973)440-7272

kEARNy Ivy St. 2 bedroom apt. Beautiful outdoor deck, 2 family home, 2nd floor. $1200/month. 1 month security. No pets. Available Dec. 1st. (201) 954-9873 kEARNy ELm COURT Kearny’s Best Kept Secret 732 Elm St 1 BR fr $875. NYC Commuter Bldg Call Alan 201-955-4334 or PJ 973-992-1555 ext 1 Affiliated Mgmt.

kEARNy 1st floor, 3 bedrooms, EIK, washer/dryer hook-up. $1300/month, 1-1/2 months security. Available January 1st. (201) 704-3572

kEARNy 2 BR’s. 1 ½ baths, Available Immediately. $1350/m + security & references. Completed Basement, Driveway. Will rent as rooms or apt. Serious inquiries only. Near transportation & schools. (201) 955-1701 after 6pm.

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kEARNy • 1 BEDROOm ApARTmENT, WITH mODERN kITCHEN SELF-CLEANING OvEN & DISHWASHER, vANITy BATH, LARGE CLOSETS, FREE pARkING, AvAILABLE DECEmBER 1ST, RENT $1005 pLUS UTILTIES • STUDIO ApARTmENT, IN mODERN GARDEN ApARTmENT BLDG., DRESSING ALCOvE, BUILT IN vANITy DRESSER, WALk IN CLOSET, vANITy BATH, FREE pARkING, AvAILABLE DECEmBER 1ST, RENT $735 pLUS UTILITIES. CALL (201) 991-6261

To place an ad call: 201-991-1600 classified@theobserver.com ApArtments for rent kEARNy Studio Apts. Available. $835/month. 1 1/2 months security. HT/HW included. No pets. For More information call (973) 393-4703

kEARNy 2nd floor, 3 bedrooms, LR, kitchen. Separate utilities. $1200/month, 1 month security. Available December 1st. (201) 780-0476 after 5pm.

kEARNy 2nd fl. 2 BR, Arlington section. Available December 1st. $1,200/month. Close to transportation. No pets. 201-362-2264.

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LyndhurSt LyNDHURST 2nd Fl. 2 BR, Close to Trans, Rt. 3 & 21. W/D Hookup. Sep. Entrance. 1 Car Parking. 1.5 Deposit. $15 Application Fee. No smoking. No pets. $1,350 + utilities. (201) 428-7037.

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 2nd floor, 4 rooms, carpets, ceramic tile in kitchen. $1,100/month + utitities. 1 parking space. No pets. No smoking. Close to transportation. 1-1/2 months security. Available Now. (201) 218-9019.

ApArtments for rent n. arLIngtOn N.ARLINGTON 1 BR apt. No pets. No smoking. Close to NY transportation. $900/m 201-577-4301.

N.ARLINGTON 4 rooms, Good condition. H/W Floors. C/A, W/D hook-up in basement. Near Schools & Transportation. $1,250/month + Utilities. Avl Dec. 15th. (201) 991-5602.

N.ARLINGTON 3 rooms. HT/HW included. Near Transportation. Available now. (732) 648-1171.

N.ARLINGTON $850/month, 2 family 2nd fl. 3 rooms & bath. HT/HW included. 1 ½ months security. (973) 294-5098. Call after 5pm.

N.ARLINGTON 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms. HT/HW supplied. Washer/dryer hook-up. Off-street parking. $1300/month, 1-1/2 months security. Available December 1st. (201) 998-9300 (201) 889-1143

N.ARLINGTON 2nd floor. 5 rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 loft, brand new kitchen w/dishwasher, microwave & oven, new carpeting, newly painted, washer/dryer hook-up. No pets. No smoking. 1-1/2 months security, $1500/month. Separate utilities. Immediate occupancy. Application, credit check and ability to pay. (201) 998-0173

N.ARLINGTON rent for $1,400/month + utilities. A 3 BR in 2 family. No pets. (201) 450-1370.

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ApArtments for rent 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 1 bedroom. $800/month + utilities. Available now. 1-1/2 months security. No pets. No smoking. (973)440-7272

N.NEWARk Big Studio, 3 room apt. Avl. close to transportation. Avl. Now. (862) 763-0797

ApArtment WAnted Apartment wanted Lyndhurst, N.Arlington. Adult woman looking for 1 or 2 bedroom apt. 1st floor, clean, quiet, responsible. Nonsmoking only. Have mature pet, declawed. Reasonable rent for January, February 2015 (201) 998-1030

Apartment wanted, Looking for 2 bedrooms, LR, kitchen, 1st floor, washer/dryer hook-up in N.Arlington or Kearny. $1100/month max. (201) 528-7237

Auto for sAle Toyota, 2009 Corolla, 4 dr. white. 4 Cyl. Low miles. Like new. PS, PB, A/C. (201) 937-4277

2007 Ford Van F250 8cyl. 60,350 miles. CD/AM/FM, A/C Extra seat. (201) 998-4530.

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Property for sale or lease auto repair shop with 2 bay doors with income. Call for details (973) 508-4884.

KEARNY 2 family house for sale middle town 5 parking spot. One Storage Garage. $250,000 Best Offer (201) 998-8429.

KEARNY $350/month. Share bathroom. No kitchen. Utilities included. No smoking or drinking. Female preferred. Se habla español (201) 772-8318 before 8pm

KEARNY Student preferred. $500/month. 1 month security. Avl. Now (201) 991-6518. Se habla espanol.

Business for sAle Day care for sale, large open space. Capacity of 45-53 kids. located in Lyndhurst, NJ serious inquiries only. Price listed $400,000. Email at daycareforsale2005@ gmail.com

for sAle 2 Graves plaques & Full headstone in Arlington Cemetery. $2,500 Call John (201) 921-4727.

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

hAll for rent Party Hall For Rent • Affordable • A/C • Nice Setting 201-889-6677 201-572-1839 house for sAle N.ARLINGTON Two 4 family house, 1 BR, LR, Kitchen, 1st floor apartment has basement. 30 min. from Manhattan. $950,000. Call (201)998-8429 or (201)283-4051

N.ARLINGTON $255,000 2 Family, 1 BR each floor. 1 car garage. Ideal location. Close to NYC transportation. Call owner (973) 284-1056

N.ARLINGTON $250,000 2 Family, 1 BR each floor. 1 car garage. Ideal location. Close to NYC transportation. Call owner (973) 284-1056

office spAce for rent Ridge Road Office in N.Arlignton. 1 room office w/parking, great building $550/month. Owner (201)280-7483 HARRISON Beautiful Office suites avl. From 1,000-1,400 SQ.Ft. of space. Fully furnished – near public transportation. (973) 223-5501 Maria McCormick.

pArking for rent NUTLEY 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

KEARNY Room for rent. Male preferred. $350/month + utilities included. Available December 1st. 201-955-7908 Hablamos Espanol.

KEARNY Room for rent. Single clean & responsible person. Cable & Internet included. No smoking. Available now. (732) 859-1678 (732) 859-1968.

KEARNY furnished room, w/mini refrigerator, microwave. All utilities included. Great Location. $500/month. 201-697-0541

HARRISON Private entrance. Available now. Near transportation. No smoking. No pets. 1 month security. Male preferred. Se habla espanol. (650) 787-0833 (650) 645-0307

KEARNY Room for rent 1 BR, all utilities included. Nice & quiet area. $500/month. 1 month security. Alex (551) 556-8610.

room for rent BELLEVILLE 3rd fl. Util. incl. Require 1 Mo Sec. No Smoking. Avl. Now. Call Maria (973) 759-7077.

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

BELLEVILLE Studio For rent. $700/month. Utilities included. (201) 719-0723.

KEARNY Huge Furnished room. Single occupancy. $550/month + 1 month security. All util. inc. 147 Belgrove Drive. Avl. Now. Call Ana (973) 342-6983. Se habla Espanol.

roommAte WAnted LYNDHURST roommate sharing large townhouse all furnished, bedroom & TV room w/cable, bath & parking for tenant, common W/D, C/A all utilities included. Working responsible adult, use of kitchen conditional, $750/month + security. (201) 406-9443.

store for rent Kearny – 21 Kearny Ave. storefront for rent. Basement storage & bathroom. Formerly a nail & hair salon. $1,200/month. 201-306-4051

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

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employment / help WAnted Drivers CDL A/B Call today start tomorrow, Great Pay & Benefits. 201-991-1586. Now Hiring! Property inspectors FT/PT in your area. Full, free training provided. msangelabove@ comcast.net (732)766-4425 ask for Mel

Full time Landscaper w/experience. Must have clean drivers license. Call 201-998-1262 Help Wanted to install seamless gutter, experience needed. Must have valid Drivers License. 1(800) 479-3262 or (201) 954-4287 Fleet Parts Truck body & trailer parts person needed. Experience a must. Benefits, Medical & Pension. (201) 997-1441.

EXPERIENCE ONLY! Waitress Mon-Fri 8AM-4PM Grill Man Mon-Sat 7AM-4PM. (973) 624.1532

Lunch truck with All Equipment for sale or rent. Good Condition. Best Offer. Please call (908) 499-4233.

Part-Time Janitorial Cleaners Needed Experience Preferred Must have driver's license Must speak English. Starting at $10/hourly Contact: 201-991-6988

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ENTRY-LEVEL MANAGEMENT POSITION (NEWARK, NEW JERSEY) Cambridge Security Services is seeking candidates for an entry-level management position for our 24-hour National Command Center. The ideal applicant will have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Candidates for this position must be well organized and capable of working in a fast paced environment.  Candidates must have an untarnished criminal record as well as a high school diploma.  Starting Salary: Between $27,000 and $31,000.  Please forward all resumes to:

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Currently hiring Compounding Pharmacy Sales or prior Pharmaceutical Sales Experience with a Network of doctors. Highly competitive commission. Please email your resume to PharmaceuticalReps@ lmfmarketing.com to set up an interview.

Tractor Tank Trailer Driver Liquid Bulk Trucking Company Needs Drivers. Must be 23 yrs old With 2 years driving Tractor Trailer Experience, CDL with Hazmat on License and Twic Card Call 973-4910122 Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-4p.m

Water Repairer NJ Civil Service exam. FT position 40 hrs wk.$34,485 yr. For details, req and exam applic, go to http://info.csc.state. nj.us/Vats or www.kearnynj.org. Symbol # M0896S. Exam closing date: 12/10/14 Town of Kearny, Kearny NJ EOE/ADA

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J & F TOWING CA$H 4 JUNK

CAR$ $200-$500 PAID ON THE SpOT. FREE TOWING 201-428-0441 ANY CAR, VAN OR TRUCK. NO TITLE, NO KEYS, NO PROBLEM.

cleAning services Couple from Poland will clean houses, apartment, offices. References. (201)997-4932 Leave message

POLISH COUPLE We Clean houses, apartments & Offices. 15 years experience. References (201) 563-6561.

construction services Martinez Chimney Specializing • Roofing • Siding • Chimneys Fully Ins. And License martinezchimney.com Lic. 13VH06939900 (201) 952-0076

Wicho & Son General Construction • Mason • Stucco • Tiles • Sheetrock • Painting • Bathroom • Kitchen • Heating. Fully insured. (973) 901-5308

electricAl services 25 years experience Twin Electric Quality Work. Good affordable prices. Senior discounts. Fully Insured. Bonded. Lic. 16158 (973) 715-4150 (201) 562-5985

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“Chris The Handyman” For your home repairs and Outdoor power Equipment Services (201) 694-0258

Annie’s Cleaning Service Homes, offices. Move in-out cleaning. Gift Certificates Avail. Excellent references 973-667-6739 862-210-0681

All handyman work Reasonable Rates, Same Day Service, No Job Too Small. done. Call David (845) 709-7898

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hAndymAn services DO IT ALL Interior/Exterior new & repairs. All types of carpentry. Reasonable rates, quality work, reliable, experienced. 13VH06620900 (201)991-3223

HANDYMAN Small Repairs • Faucet Leaks • Drain Pipe • Much More!! Free Estimates 201-939-4078 Home, 201-424-0074 Cell

home improvement Fm property Home Repairs & Improvements • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Doors • Floors • Windows • Painting • Decks All types of repairs Lic. # 13VH05674000

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G & R Builders Roofing, Siding, Windows/Doors, Decks, Painting, Tiles & Masonry, Sheet Rock. All types of Carpentry. Lic. #13VH02536200 Free Estimates 20% Senior Citizen Discounts

(201) 893-0656

Handyman Star All inside or outside repairs. Windows, painting, sheetrock, carpentry, masonry, and decks. No job too big or small. Free estimates. Tom (201)4245042

JMW CONSTRUCTION

Complete Home Improvements •Kitchens •Bathrooms •Decks •Replacement windows •Siding •Additions Lic.#13VH03156600 FREE Estimates Fully Insured!

(201)935-1975

home improvement Ranne Tile & Home Improvement Ceramic Tile Repairs • Walls & Floors • Big & Small • Regrouting • Caulking • Repair soap dishes • Tile Floors. Free Est. Fully Ins. (201)355-8489

lAndscAping & design A1 Affordable Landscaping Weekly maintenance • Busch Trimming • CleanUps • Design For free estimates call (201)998-1262

Andriello Lanscaping Contruction Design Maint/Clean Ups Shrub Triming Grass Cutting Lic. 13VH04443200 (201) 939-7308

mARIO ESpOSITO LANDSCApING LLC Fall Clean-Up Lawn maintenance Top Soil • Mulch • Snow Removal Free Estimates (201)438-3991

moving services J & J Express Co. #1 Rental Trucks with Driver • Moving Services • Pick up & Delivery • Helpers Only (Load/ Unload) (866) 270-8498 (908) 422-7487

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CLASSIFIEDS pAinting & decorAting ARmIN pAINTING • Wallpapering • Spackle • Sheetrock Interior & Exterior (973) 460-2963

Kevin’s Home Improvements

Painting, Plastering, Sheet rocking, Wall papering & Much More. Very neat & Clean. No money down. Fully insured Senior Discounts. 201-565-6393. SAL pOLIZZOTTO

Painting, Decorating interior, exterior, Paper Hanging, ceiling. Full Installation, General Repairs. Over 14 years experience. FREE ESTIMATE

(201)939-8781

plumBing & heAting JOSEpH v. FERRIERO plumbing & Heating Kitchen and bath remodeling. Carpentry. Fully Ins. Free Est. Lic# 165 (201)637-1775

Courageous Plumbing HVAC LLC LIC. # 11103 • Plumbing • Heating • Cooling • Sewer Drain Cleaning • Hot Air Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Video Sewer Inspections $50 off when mention this ad. (201) 206-4845

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Alexander painting, Decorating Sheet Rock/drywall. Skim coat, tape & tackle. Water damage. Wallpaper remove. 15+years of experience. Free estimates. (973) 985-6644

New + Re-roofing • Flat roofing Window installation • Siding • Gutters Cleaned Free estimates Fully insured (973) 343-1167 Lic#13VH04302300

ANDREAS pAINTING

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Robert Nadrowski 201-317-0282

Professional House Painter 165 Interior & Exterior Printing-Plastering-Taping Free Estimates Speak slow on answer machine please

Roofing & Siding Additions & Decks Quality Home Builders Lic#13VH05368600

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Brookdale Tree Service Expert Tree & Shrub Care All work owner supervised Licensed & Insured. (973) 338-9284.

Electric wheelchair (Mr. Mobility-Jazzy), electric hospital bed (Invacare) w/air compressor & 2 matresses, hydraulic lift. Call John (862) 400-2223

Nick (201)997-7657

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Roofing + Siding Specialist. Windows, Doors, Decks, Kitchen/ Baths. Complete Home Renovation. Quality workmanship. All work guaranteed. Free Estimate. Fully insured

• New + Re-roofing • Slate Repairs • Gutters Cleaned • Flat Roofing • Also Do Painting Free Estimates Fully Insured

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ruBBish removAl 1 Call Cleans it All! Homes basements garages & more. Our prices & service will be the best. Our customers come first. Same day no hassles. We get it done fully insured. 201-565-6393 A1 affordable Rubbish Removal Attics, Basements, Yard Cleaning. We Haul or You Can Rent 10-15 Cubic Yard Containers. We Accept Visa/MasterCard (201) 998-1262. ANDRIELLO CLEANOUTS

Yards, Garages, Basements, Attics, Real Estate, Rubbish Removal/Demolition Lic.13VH04443200

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Armin Cleanouts Rubbish removal, garbages, basements, attics, demolition. We’ll match any price. (973) 460-2963

seAmless gutters D. FITZGERALD Seamless Gutters Installed LLC Gutters Cleaned • Yankee Gutters Repaired & Relined • Slate Roofs Repaired • Flat Roofs Sealed & Coated “Save Plenty – Call Dennie” 1-800-479-3262

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NPD from had sent $180 by Western Union using their Wells Fargo Visa card. Police said the money was sent and picked up in Chicago but the Visa card never left the victim’s possession. The victim’s bank was advised and a new account number was issued. ••• A Lakeside Ave. resident reported that someone stole three street trees from along their driveway. Each tree was valued at $50.

••• A resident alerted police to an apparent phone scam. The resident said a man called to say that their brother was involved in an accident and that the resident had to pay for the damages or the caller would kill the brother. Police tried calling back the number provided but it came back as a mailbox not yet set up. Nov. 19 A victim of criminal mischief reported to police that

when they left Nutley Municipal Court, they noticed a large key mark on the driver’s side of their parked vehicle and suspected that their adversary in court may have been responsible. Police said they observed a fresh key mark from the driver’s side rear door and across the front door. After reviewing surveillance tape where an individual was seen walking alongside the vehicle where the damage occurred, police charged Richard Afflitto, 48,

of Nutley, with criminal mischief, requiring a mandatory court appearance. ••• A motor vehicle stop on Bloomfield Ave. resulted in the arrest of Christopher Liloia, 26, of Nutley, on charges of possession of drug paraphernalia and disorderly person. Nov. 20 A Mountainview Ave. resident reported that someone charged their credit card,

without authorization, $2,093 for transactions made at a Restaurant Depot at an unknown location. The resident canceled the card. Nov. 21 A Charles St. resident reported an identity theft. The resident was notified by Capital One Bank about a possible fraudulent account opened in their name. No charges were made on the account, however. – Ron Leir

Nutley holiday fest is this Sunday NUTLEY – Mayor Alphonse Petracco and the Board of Commissioners have announced plans to host one of the township’s oldest traditions – the annual Holiday Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting. The entire community is invited to attend the annual celebration Sunday, Nov. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. with activities scheduled both inside John H. Walker Middle School and in and around the Nutley Park Oval. Santa returns to Nutley with his reindeer and will be ready to have his picture taken with the children. (Photographs will be available for individual purchase.) The celebration will include live entertainment from local musical groups approximately every 15 to 20 minutes, including the Elementary

School Choir, the Walker Middle School Concert Choir, the Middle School Jazz Band, the Choralettes, the MS Madrigals, Men’s Choir and NHS Chamber Singers and the Brass Ensemble. The festivities will also feature a mini-train ride, horse-and-buggy rides, roasted chestnuts, hot cider and coffee. There will be a special refreshment/bake sale to support the Friends of the Nutley Singers and the Nutley Music Boosters, as well as a hot cocoa sale to support the NHS senior class. During the festival, Franklin Ave. will be closed between Chestnut and New Sts., and Chestnut St. will be closed between Franklin Ave. and Vincent Place. For additional information, visit www.nutleynj.org or contact the mayor’s office at 973-284-4935.

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10 995

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2011 BUICK

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16 495

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2006 BUICK

LACROSSE CXL $ ,

10 995

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2009 CHEVROLET

IMPALA LT $ ,

9 995

Silver Ice Metallic, Stk#13903, VIN#91164824, 3.5L V6, Auto, CD/Satellite, Cruise, Tilt, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, 65,272mi

2007 SATURN

AURA XR SEDAN $ ,

9 995

Black Onyx, Stk#13878, VIN# 7F170545, 3.6L V6, Auto, AM/FM/ Satellite, Cruise, Tilt, Telescopic, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, 56,022mi

2011 HONDA

2010 HONDA

CIVIC EX COUPE $ ,

10 995

Atomic Blue Metallic, Stk#13872, VIN# AH532563, 1.8L 4 Cyl, Auto, AM/FM, Cruise, Tilt, Telescopic, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, 56,195mi

CR-V LX

16,995

Royal Blue Pearl, Stk#13887, VIN# BL118472, 4WD, 1.8L 4 Cyl, Automatic, AM/FM Stereo, Cruise, Tilt, Telescopic, A/C, P/Winds/Locks/Mirrors, 35,802mi

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