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Selfless service to community BELLEVILLE – Two longtime Belleville civic activists were feted by the Kevin G. Kennedy Civic Association at the organization’s 22nd annual scholarship breakfast held May 17 at The Chandelier. Grace Purdue, recipient of the 2015 Humanitarian Award, and Edward J. Saegers Sr., winner of the 2015 Community Service Award, were congratulated on their accolades by a resolution adopted by the Belleville Township Council May 12. As noted by the council resolution, Purdue, a graduate of School 4, Belleville High School and the Berkeley Secretarial School, was involved in school-related activities serving as a class mother, Den Mother of Scout Pack 307 at School 7, president of the school PTA, vice president of the Junior High PTA, and charter president of the Belleville High School Home and School Association. In 1973, Purdue received the Belleville High Special Award for Outstanding Service and in 1982 she was elected to the Belleville Board of Education where she served as board president. Purdue is a charter member of the Belleville Music Parents Association, Belleville SEPPO (Special Education Parents

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East Newark students got to use part of the Harrison High athletic ﬁeld for part of their Saturday Academy.

By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent EAST NEWARK – For kids like Perla Orozco,

Gabriel Arias and Miguel Villalpando, it was the chance to exercise the brain and the body. And, really, that’s what the

big experiment was all about. students looking to squeeze It was “Saturday Acadsomething extra from the emy,” designed by the East public school experience. Newark Public School as an enrichment project for those see ACADEMY page

Public event safety eyed in new rules By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

roast in memory of Staff Sgt. Edward Karolasz. Local scouts are seeking approvals to run a campout at KEARNY – Kearny’s VFW post is asking Veterans Field for the weekend of Aug. 8-9. the town to divert traffic off And the Ganesh Pariwaar Belgrove Drive, from Bergen Ave. to Afton St., on July 7 for of N.J. and Indian community 10 hours so it can hold a fund- proposes to conduct a procesraising motorcycle run and pig sion/parade from the Hindu

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Man shot dead by police in library By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

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described as the reading room when Allen reportedly “became violent and attempted to LYNDHURST – flee,” O’Connor said. In response, O’Connor said, township man was the officers “used pepper stray fatally shot by police on him and a police baton” but inside the Lyndhurst Allen “continued his aggresPublic Library last Friday. sive behavior and came at the Police Chief James O’Connor officers with a large utility described the victim, Kevin Alknife.” len, 36, last known to be living Allen was then shot by on Stuyvesant Ave., as somepolice, O’Connor said. He one wanted by police outside declined to provide details Lyndhurst. about the shooting because an O’Connor said that two ofinvestigation of the incident is ficers whom he did not name still in progress. Neither officer approached Allen outside the was hurt, he said. library at about 1:30 p.m. and “[Allen] left these men no followed him into the building option because he used deadly where they began speaking to force,” O’Connor said. him. They had no warrant for Allen was taken to Meadowhim, the chief said. lands Hospital Medical Center, One published report quoted Secaucus, where he was proBergen County Sheriff’s Office nounced dead. spokesman Anthony CureO’Connor said the two ton as saying that Allen was officers were transported to wanted by that agency as being Hackensack University MediAWOL from a work release cal Center for evaluation for program and for contempt of possible trauma. court. As is customary in such The officers and Allen incidents, the chief said that ended up on the library’s top both officers were placed on floor outside what the chief

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administrative leave pending conclusion of an active investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and Bergen County Sheriff’s Bureau of Criminal Investigation. “Approximately 10 to 12 people” – a combination of staff and patrons – were in the library at the time of the shooting, O’Connor said. Asked how many actually witnessed the incident, the chief said that, “some of those persons have given statements” to police investigators. With Lyndhurst High School

Honoring those who served On Friday, June 15, North Arlington High School students volunteered to assist members of the VFW Calo Sass Post 4697 and American Legion Alexander Stover Post 37 in placing American flags on the graves of the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for their country. Hundreds of flags were proudly displayed throughout Holy Cross Cemetery in preparation for Memorial Day.

Paying tribute to fallen veterans, from l., are: Dr. Stephen Yurchak, principal, Ed McDonough, commander of VFW Calo Sass Post 4697, John Gebauer, Mark Piacente, Antonio Alho Jr., commander of the American Legion Alexander Stover Post 37, Lauren McEntee, co-SADD/interact advisor (kneeling), Dawn Fuller, co-SADD/interact advisor (far r.) and all of the student volunteers. In top row, from l., are: Thomas Ferrie, Katelyn Mata, Joshua Domingues, Carlo Forigo, Samantha Maglori, Kyle Costela, Brian Costello, Dominic Rego, Brianna Valeri, Amanda Nunes, Madelynn Rodriguez, Samantha Veloso, William Pimentel, Danica Krawczyk, Moises Polanco, Ulises Jaramillo, Jonathan Romero, Kevin Cerqueira, Denaijah Gainza, Nelly Quiroz, Nick Ross, Nicole De La Cruz, and Samantha Elisario. In middle row, from l., are: Miguel Beauchamp, Carly Jennings, Maria Fahmy, Elira Giler, Megan Garretson, Mariah Moreno, Jianna Scomparin, and Amber Pipher. And, in bottom row, from l., are: Alyssa Mattia, Anabela Cunha, Lillian Flores, Celina Verderosa, Odalys Alarcon, Aaliyah Suarez, Desiree Loyola, Melissa Bustamante, Melissa Haag, Hannah Herrmann, Natalie Bouzas, and Maritza Cubelo.

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located only two blocks from the library, O’Connor and Lyndhurst Board of Education President Christopher Musto said that police and school authorities conferred about the possibility of implementing a school lockdown but decided against that. “There was no threat beyond what had occurred on the third floor of the library,” O’Connor said. “The suspect was contained – it wasn’t an incident involving multiple suspects where someone had fled or a search was being conducted,” he added. So, on that basis, the decision was made not to impose that type of security restriction, he said. However, as the incident unfolded, police cordoned off the area outside the library and detoured traffic from the Valley Brook Ave. exit on Rt. 17 as a precaution. The library itself was closed as police investigators descended on the scene and remained shut Saturday and Sunday.

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School trustee facing removal By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

he would contest the board’s action. Esteves acknowledged that he has missed three meetings in a row – for which he said he has “apologized” to his colleagues – but added that he asked for some leeway in light of a “demanding work schedule” as a Kearny police officer subject to periodic change of shifts.

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nce part of a majority voting bloc on the Kearny Board of Education, Dan Esteves this week faced the likelihood of being shoved off the board by his fellow trustees. A special meeting of the KBOE was scheduled for Monday night for that purpose. Board attorney Ken Lindenfelser said the board was prepared to vote on a resolution to remove Esteves – whose term runs through November – for having violated its bylaws by missing three meetings in a row. Those consecutive absences, he said, occurred at a regularly scheduled meeting on April 20, at a special meeting for a student disciplinary proceeding on April 22 and a special meeting for adoption of the school budget on April 30. State law N.J.S.A. 18:12-3 says that a school board member who “fails to attend three consecutive meetings of the board without good cause may be removed.” The state makes no distinction between a “regular” or “special” board meeting. Lindenfelser said that the Kearny BOE changed its bylaws April 20 to conform to the state statute and to stipulate that such removal may only occur if “the member’s removal was proposed at the immediately previous Board meeting” and if “notice of the proposed removal was

With the KPD shorthanded in the wake of recent retirements, he said that overtime assignments and court appearances have resulted in “a work week of 60 to 70 hours.” Esteves said that while he “won’t run for re-election [in November] he would “like to finish what I started.” A nephew of Mayor Alberto Santos, Esteves ran for the

school board in November 2012 and finished fourth in the balloting for three open seats. But after the board majority declared successful candidate retired school supervisor Deborah Lowry ineligible to serve because she was, at the time, collecting a negotiated retirement compensation see ESTEVES page

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given to the affected member at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting at which the vote will be taken.” Lindenfelser said the first condition was met at the May 18 KBOE meeting when board member Samantha Paris introduced a resolution calling for Esteves’ ouster – which, after a review of the bylaws, the attorney said he “stopped” pending possible action at the next KBOE meeting. To that end, Lindenfelser said, a special “open” meeting was fixed for Monday, June 1, when, he said, Esteves would have an opportunity to explain why he should be permitted to stay on the board. As of last Tuesday, Lindenfelser told The Observer that the required 72-hour notice was “in process.” Esteves – when reached by The Observer – said that

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Town awaits ABC ruling on bar By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

hang out with her neighbors and watch wide-screen TV. But all that changed, she said, when a new management KEARNY – took over the tavern. heresa Sullivan was “I wouldn’t set foot in there happy when she bought now,” Sullivan said. her brand new house on The aggrieved resident was Brighton Ave. in Kearny’s First talking about The Gin Mill, Ward. at the corner of Brighton and After all, there was a bar Afton Aves., with which the next door where she could town has been engaged in a

protracted legal battle for the past year. Ever since the governing body voted in late May 2014 to shut the bar for 60 days after the licensee pleaded no defense to allowing narcotics activity there Oct. 8, 2013; purchase of alcohol from a prohibited source, transporting alcohol without proper documents and allowing a

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public nuisance, all on Dec. 21, 2013; failure to maintain a complete employee list, failure to maintain invoices and other paperwork violations. The then-attorney for the licensee asked the governing body to delay the closure until June 5 so that his client could hold a planned “special event” that upcoming weekend and vowed that he would “take every measure to maintain control.” The council said they’d go along. However, that never happened because, “the following day [the owner] filed an appeal with the state ABC,” asking the state ABC director to “translate the suspension into a monetary fine,” Town Attorney Greg Castano reminded the council last week. The town filed an objection and a state Office of Administrative Law judge ruled that the ABC director “has the discretion to impose a fine in place of a suspension,” Castano said. “So this matter isn’t over – it hasn’t been decided. The director will issue a decision and if we disagree, we can still appeal to the [state] Appellate Division.” In the meantime, Castano said, the tavern remains open for business. That doesn’t help Sullivan, who told the council last week, “I have to clean vomit off my front steps and my alleyway which the bar’s patrons use as a urinal. Cigarette butts are dumped in the alleyway. … Liquor and beer bottles are in my bushes. Patrons are leaning or sitting on my car. The last two years have been

really hard.” And when she complains to the bar’s management, she said, “I’ve gotten yelled at. The owner does nothing about it.” Sullivan said she’s reluctant to call the police every time something happens for fear of being a burden. But Councilwoman Eileen Eckel said that Sullivan should not be concerned about bothering the KPD with these types of problems. “No one should have to live like that,” Eckel said. In fact, when the governing body was weighing the annual renewal of the tavern’s license, it stipulated, among the conditions for extending the license, that the bar’s manager had to call police if a disturbance broke out that it couldn’t control on its own. But in the aftermath of the bar’s legal challenge to the 60-day suspension, the ABC director suspended the renewal application process pending the outcome of the appeal. Mayor Alberto Santos assured Sullivan that the KPD “is fully aware of the ongoing issues [involving The Gin Mill]” and that the police would continue to monitor the situation. Montclair attorney John T. Ambrosio, who is currently representing the licensee, was asked by The Observer for a reaction to Sullivan’s gripes but Ambrosio said that since he was not in the council chambers at the time and had no direct knowledge of the issues she raised, he had no comment.

Art to honor America From l. are: Sol Jordan, Arianna Cherry, Yash Nautiyal, Michela Peluso, Kathie Ferrara (art teacher), Ethan Acosta, Mary Lu Henry (art contest chairman), Sanjay Vijaikumar and Christine Robertson (Woman’s Club president).

The North Arlington Woman’s Club sponsored a design-apostage stamp art contest with the theme, “America the Beautiful.” Entries were judged from the third, fourth and fifth grades from Queen of Peace Grammar School. Students won certificates, ribbons, and gift cards to Barnes & Noble.

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4 new promotions but still understaffed By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

three other Kearny police officers – David Rakowski, Patrick Sawyer and Brian Wisely – were promoted to KEARNY – the rank of sergeant, effective e’s been a Kearny cop June 1, at an annual base pay since 1999 but five of $109,577. years prior, Adriano “As of now, this gives me Marques learned what it was a complete complement of like to be under fire. sergeants (19) as permitted On Sept. 24, 1994, Marques under my T.O. (Table of Orwas a Marine platoon maganization),” Dowie said. “We chine gunner whose unit had had leveled out at 17 for quite been deployed to Haiti on a a while.” peacekeeper mission. The bad news, however, But the unit quickly learned Dowie said, is that, “by that things weren’t going to be August, the department as a so peaceful, as Kearny Police whole will be down to 95 – Chief John Dowie put it, when the lowest I’ve been” – and, a firefight broke out and the actually, the chief noted, he’ll Haiti police headquarters was be working with fewer perattacked. sonnel until six newly hired Marques stood by his gun officers complete Academy in defense of HQ and stayed training in October. through the night until being And a pattern of cops leavrelieved the next morning, his ing the department is continMarine citation reads, Dowie uing unabated, as mentioned said. Stateside, as “upbeat” by Mayor Alberto Santos Kearny cop, he has worked during last week’s ceremony. in patrol, C.O.P., bike patrol “We have a large number of and as a member of the KPD retirements and the promoHonor Guard, Dowie said. tions are not catching us up,” Last Tuesday, Marques and

he said. As of now, Dowie said, he’s got two vacancies in the captain’s rank and two in the lieutenant’s, not to mention the shrinking size of the patrol ranks – down from the

ideal strength of 82 to just 50. “Guys are running scared – it’s fear of the unknown,” the chief said, referring to the revised state law initiated by Gov. Chris Christie compelling uniformed employees

to contribute an increasing percentage of their salary to health care costs and capping certain retirement benefits. As a result, Dowie said, see SERGEaNTS page

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he recent passing of Walter Byers, who built up a then-fledgling National Collegiate Athletic Association into a college sports dynamo, brought to mind a theme of American culture that we too often take for granted. That is the dominance of sports – “amateur” and professional – manifested in our country, not only in terms of fan obsession but, of course, in cold hard cash. Though he later came to regret what he perceived as the misapplication of the NCAA’s power to exploit “student-athletes,” Byers was responsible for negotiating the mega-buck TV contracts that put bigtime college hoops and football in the driver’s seat. Division 1 schools reward successful football coaches with mega-million dollar paychecks, money for enormous stadiums and unlimited budgets for equipment and travel. The National Labor Relations Board has opened the door to union representation for college athletes in a case

involving Northwestern University gridiron players. And endorsement deals for college athletes are now on the table, thanks to a federal court ruling now under appeal by the NCAA. As for the pro ranks, well, they’ve certainly come a long way from the days when players on the gridiron, diamond or hardwood relied on getting their primary income from an off-season job. Today, team owners play a high-stakes game of labor management with unions and players’ agents to protect their investments and build new arenas in hopes of putting ever more fannies in the seats … with some exceptions. Government leaders have been steady supporters of the mega-sports empire: For years, Congress allowed the Lords of Baseball to beat the anti-trust rap until Curt Flood’s lawsuit – followed by arbitrator Peter Seitz’s historic decision – broke the chains of the reserve clause and led to free agency. Recognizing the influence of sporting events among the public, the President typically

makes a congratulatory call to the winner of the Super Bowl or invites the World Series champs to the White House as special guests. Cities throw parades to honor their super heros. And so on. And no wonder: It’s all about the money. Check this out. An article on “The Impact of Sports on U.S. Economy,” published July 9, 2013, by the website www. economicmodeling.com, reported that, “The sports industry as a whole brings roughly $14.3 billion in earnings a year – and that’s not even counting the Niagara of indirect economic activity generated by Super Bowl Sunday …. The industry also contributes 456,000 jobs with an average salary of $39,000 per job.” So we should not be surprised to learn that, according to federal prosecutors, FIFA officials allegedly committed racketeering, wire fraud and money laundering in demanding millions of dollars in bribes to deliver World Cup venues to host countries over two decades. What’s happened to the

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notion that athletes play for the love of the game? I believe that passion still prevails among many players but the reality is that they still want to be rewarded for their labor. So they should get every opportunity to prepare themselves for success. Fact is, we live in an era of specialization. Want to be proficient in the IT industry? Then you’ve got to familiarize yourself with every computer program in the book and maybe invent one of your own. Want to be a researcher? Name a field of study and you’ll probably find a graduate program dedicated to it. So it should be with sports. If you have a student enrolling to play baseball or soccer or football, then let that activity be his or her field of study. If you want to include some humanities or applied science as part of the curriculum, okay, but don’t overwhelm the individual. Teach her or him about the history of the sport they’ve signed up for, its chief practitioners, and so forth. Bring in guest lecturers. Show them archival films. Assign them independent research

projects. Immerse them in it. Their “lab” sessions, of course, will be on the field of play where their instructors will drill them rigorously and set common core standards for them to meet at their positions. And if they can’t meet the grade, well, then they’ll have to find another line of endeavor. How will these schools be financed? Each professional sporting organization can dedicate a portion of its profits toward a tax-free building and/or endowment fund. A sports mogul can buy naming rights. I can see it now: The Hal Steinbrenner School for the Advancement of Men & Women on Base Paths. Think of the great rivalries that will spring up between these great institutions. The Russian state school for ice hockey will pale in comparison. There’s no doubt in my mind that the men and women who drive the engine of Sport will be tripping over themselves to outdo each other in the Halls of Academe. – Ron Leir

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BOE settles with Doran on back pay By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – The Kearny Board of Education has agreed to settle a tort claim for wrongful termination brought by maintenance employee Brian Doran, who was fired in the fall of 2013 but returned to work last month. At its May 18 meeting, the board ratified a recommendation by its attorneys to pay a total of $131,698, of which $99,898 goes for back pay for the period September 2013 to April 2015, $15,000 for medical coverage reimbursement and $16,800 for Doran’s legal fees, according to BOE attorney Ken Lindenfelser. Lindenfelser said the settlement was reached after “ongo-

ing negotiations” between the BOE’s special counsel Genova, Burns, Giantomasi & Webster of Jersey City, in consultation with himself, and the litigant’s attorney Matthew Doran. Asked how much the board had paid its own lawyers, Lindenfelser said that would be difficult to answer without taking time to sift through the monthly billings submitted by Genova Burns and himself during the year and half of negotiations. Doran, who had been working for the BOE since January 2004 and who had achieved tenure rights to his job, was ordered suspended with pay by the BOE in 2013, pending tenure charges, after the state Commissioner of Education ruled he should be disquali-

fied based on his criminal record dating from guilty pleas to DUI and marijuana use in 1993 and 1995 – charges expunged in October 2013. But, on Sept. 24, 2013, the then-Superintendent Frank Ferraro fired Doran without seeking BOE concurrence, triggering a lawsuit by Doran to get his job back. And, in October 2014, the BOE voted to bring back Doran – several months after having placed Ferraro on an involuntary paid leave. (Later, the BOE suspended Ferraro’s pay and set about preparing tenure charges against him, alleging that he had overstepped his authority by terminating Doran.) But before Doran could be returned to his job, the BOE had to deal with the fact that

Doran’s brother James had been elected to the board and, Lindenfelser said, “there was concern whether bringing Brian Doran back would present any conflict with the state nepotism policy so the settlement returning Brian Doran to work was conditioned on getting the Commissioner’s approval for this unique situation.” And, in fact, the Commissioner did sign off on the arrangement, he said. At the time, the issue of retroactive pay was left for later consideration. Lindenfelser said that when Doran was hired, he underwent a fingerprint background check – as was required for all new BOE employees – but he said the state apparently lost the prints and Doran was

asked to repeat the process, which he did. “But the state has never given us a response to the July 2004 printing,” Lindenfelser said, and nothing more was heard about the situation until the BOE received the Commissioner’s letter 10 years later. At the time Doran was hired, Lindenfelser said, state law allowed for new school employees to begin working while a background check was in process. Since then, he said, the law was changed and now requires an employee to clear a background check before the employee can actually go on the payroll. “Hopefully, this will prevent this type of situation from happening again,” he said. – Ron Leir

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custody. May 26 Officer Arnesman was on patrol at Stewart Ave. and Elm St. at 4:20 p.m. when his onboard computer alerted him that the registered owner of a passing 2008 Saab had a suspended license and a $1,000 Kearny warrant. Confirming same, he stopped the auto and arrested 35-year-old Kearny resident Luis Moreiradejesus on the aforementioned offenses. May 27 Officers Joe Martin and Thomas Floyd responded to Walmart at 10:20 p.m. on a report by security of a cashier “under-ringing” items – in the amount of $706 – and passing them on to a customer/conspirator. The (now former) employee, Mykia Reid, 18, of Jersey City, was charged with shoplifting and conspiracy and was released on a summons. Her alleged co-conspirator, Tiesha Taylor, 24, of Newark, was not so fortunate. She ended up in the Hudson County Jail, also on shoplifting and conspiracy charges, along with one of hindering apprehension and four outstanding warrants. Police said these included two for shoplifting, in Kearny and Secaucus: one for obstruction, in Paramus; and a theft-related offense in Woodbridge. The bail for the warrants had totaled $3,500. Taylor’s new bail was set at an additional $25,000. May 28 Officer P.J. Hernandez was called to Walmart at 1:30 p.m. after security reportedly observed three individuals, including a juvenile, putting shoplifted items into two backpacks. A female security officer tried unsuccessfully to stop them as they exited the store, chased them through the lot and saw them enter a vehicle – a photo of which she took with her cell phone. A female occupant of the vehicle then exited it,

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May 24 Responding to a Washington Ave. gas station on a report of an activated burglar alarm, police found a smashed glass front door and immediately checked the perimeter and interior of the station whose owner estimated the damage at $950. An investigation is ongoing. ••• A Carrie Court homeowner reported an act of criminal mischief after noticing that the front pane of a double pane front window had been damaged, possibly by a thrown ball.

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visits the library Wednesday, June 10, at 6 p.m. An Eskimo dog, Atka has been featured on Animal Planet’s TV show, “Dogs 101.” The show is interactive and audience members will be invited to help Atka perform some of his tricks. The show is suitable for children of all ages. There is no registration for the show; however, seating is limited. For more information, call the Children’s Department. • The Vacation Reading Challenge begins June 10. Children can pick up a free book log at the main or branch library, read books of their choice and collect stickers and other rewards along the way – all free. Book logs Kearny must be completed and reKearny Baseball Booster turned to the children’s room Club holds its third annual by Friday, Aug. 14. golf outing at the Farmstead • A summer reading kickGolf Course, Lafayette, Satoff party will be held at the urday, June 13, at 1 p.m. The event includes gifts, drawings Branch Library, 759 Kearny Ave., Tuesday, June 16, 3 to and prizes. Bus transportation is available, leaving from 5:30 p.m. No registration is required. Selections from the Franklin Field at 11:30 a.m. library’s DVD collection may The cost is $140 per golfer be rented for free for this day with bus transportation or only. This event also includes $130 with no bus transportaface painting and light retion. Contact Bob Caputo at freshments. bobcaputo1@verizon.net for For more information on sign-up information. any of the library’s programs, Kearny Public Library, 318 call the library at 201-998Kearny Ave., announces the 2666 or visit www.kearnylifollowing programs: brary.org. • “Tinker Bell and the New Jersey Blood Services Legend of the Neverbeast” (G will conduct a blood drive at / 76 mins.), will be screened CEVA, 51 Midland Ave., June June 6 at 11 a.m. on the lower level of the Main Library. Do- 15, 4:30 to 9 p.m. The Salvation Army of nuts and light refreshments Greater Kearny offers classes will be served. • Atka, The Amazing Eskie, in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Washington Middle School PTO hosts a “Pot of Gold” Tricky Tray Thursday, June 4, at Harrison High School, 800 Hamilton Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost is $10 in advance; $15 at the door. Call 973-4832285, ext. 2027/2028. Holy Cross Church hosts an all-class alumni reunion June 14, 1 to 5 p.m., at Holy Cross School, 15 Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. S. For tickets, call the church rectory at 973-4845678 or Donna at 973-5681945. Admission is $20 for adults and $15 for seniors and children ages 6 to 12. Anyone with class photos is asked to call the church.

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is required. • Registration is open through June 19 for the summer reading program, open to grades pre-k to 6. This year’s theme is ”Every Hero Has A Story.” Activities may include costume creation, group games, art projects, science Lyndhurst and engineering experiments, A National Trails Day Walk along with prizes, drawing, is set for Friday, June 5, 10 contests and more. For more a.m. to noon, at DeKorte Park. information, call the library Participants should meet or visit http://www.lyndat the Meadowlands Envihurstlibrary.org/. ronment Center, 2 DeKorte Park. Landscape architects North Arlington Katy Weidel, Joanne DiLorNorth Arlington Public enzo and Lisa Cameron will Library, 210 Ridge Road, offers escort groups through the museum passes to the public one-square-mile park while for the Museum of the City discussing its history and the of New York. The pass allows hurdles they overcame to two adults and four children build it. Learn what’s beneath access to this museum. Call the surface and the animals or visit the library to check and plants that inhabit the availability. Requirements to park. For more information, borrow: $50 cash deposit and 201-230-4983 or email greaan adult library card (issued tauk4@gmail.com. by a BCCLS library) in good Lyndhurst Public Library, standing.  http://www.mcny. 355 Valley Brook Ave., hosts org/ the following events for chilThe library also offers a dren. For more information or pass to the Intrepid Sea, Air to register for programs, call and Space Museum in New the library at 201- 804-2478. York City. The pass allows • Walk-in story time is held six people admission to the every Monday, Wednesday museum. Call or visit the and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for library to check availability. grades pre-k to 2. No registra- Same requirements to bortion is required. row. http://www.intrepidmu • Children in grades preseum.org. k to 4 can surprise dad on The Senior Harmony Club Father’s Day by creating a of North Arlington sponsors a trip to the Taj Mahal Casino special craft on Thursday, in Atlantic City Monday, June June 18, from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. 15. The cost is $25 and the Registration is required. casino will return $30 in slot • Children in grades pre-k to 3 are invited to make a sun play. Non-members may attend. Call Florence at 201-991craft on Thursday, June 11, 3173 or more information and 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Registration

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ies, including some that resemble the Vince Lombardi NFL Championship Trophy, the Stanley Cup and all LYNDHURST – sorts of concoctions for graduations, At very least, the last few years at weddings, birthdays and other special Mazur’s Bakery in Lyndhurst weren’t occasions. the best of times under previous “When it comes to the specialty ownership. Things got so bad the cakes, there is very little we can’t do,” bakery was forced to shut down Leyva said. “We take great time and because of the conditions both in and care when we prepare them, and the outside. results show.” But now, things are vastly different. But more than just being known for Steve Leyva, owner of the Sugarcakes and cookies, Leyva says people flake chain of bakeries in Westwood, can also expect to find the absolute Fairlawn and Wyckoff, took a huge best-quality buns, rolls, donuts and gamble. He bought Mazur’s — but it danishes from Sugarflake Mazur’s. didn’t just end there. “We spent thousands of dollars to The entire interior of the former change everything for the better,” bakery was gutted. Everything from Leyva said. “Whether it was replacing the floors to the walls to the ceiling to the ceiling, or putting new walls in, the display cases to the baking ovens there’s nothing that remains from the were thrown out and replaced with old place. We knew how important new state-of-the-art equipment and it was for everything to be fresh and materials. to be new, and that’s exactly what we In fact, just about the only thing did.” that remains from the days of old is Leyva says he hopes people will the name — but even that’s changed learn to move past the past — and to a degree to add the Sugarflake stop in to see that Sugarflake Maname to Mazur’s. With the significant zur’s is in a position to reclaim its changes to the physical plant comes former glory when people came some of the absolute best in the bakfrom all over the state to get cakes ing industry. and pastries from Mazur’s. Channel Over the last five years, whether it’s 9, when it used to produce its own been in competitions or in reviews TV programs such as “People Are from local magazines, the Sugarflake Talking” and “9 Broadcast Plaza,” chain has been called home to the used to provide the audience with best cheesecake in Bergen County. pastries from Mazur’s. Other accolades they’ve chalked And with the physical changes — up include: Best Bakery in Bergen and nothing but the best in baking County, Best Specialty Cookies by — there’s no reason why the shop Bergen Health and Life magazine, can’t recapture the reputation it Best Crumb Bun in Bergen County once had. and Best Challah Bread in Bergen “Not even the pans and utensils County. are the same,” Leyva said. “What’s “In the last [cheesecake] competihistory is history. We just hope tion, there were 80 cakes entered, people will give us a chance to demand we came away with 10 ribbons,” onstrate that. And of course, when Leyva said. “We are known for our they do, they’ll walk away with the quality cheesecakes, but it’s not just county’s best cheesecake and some the cheesecakes that have made us of the best baked good that you just popular in [other parts of] Bergen can’t get anywhere else.” County.” Sugarflake Mazur’s Bakery, 323 Leyva says — and the photos speak Ridge Road, Lyndhurst, is open for themselves, don’t they? — that Monday to Saturday, from 6 a.m. to Sugarflake is also very well known 8 p.m.; and Sundays, from 6 a.m. to 7 for its specialty cakes and specialty p.m. Call the bakery at 201-636-2299. cookies. On the SugarflakeBakeshop. See more examples of their cookies, com website, there are countless cakes and more at www.SugarFlakephotos of incredible cakes and cookBakeShop.com.

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ACADEMY from “There never seems to be enough time in the school day,” said Superintendent/ Principal Patrick Martin. The solution: Spend three hours in a school environment every Saturday for five consecutive weeks, topped off on the sixth Saturday, with a field trip to the Museum of Natural History in Manhattan as a culminating session. Kids from grades 3 through 8 were welcome – all on a voluntary basis – with parental consent required. Each Saturday, the routine was the same: At 9 a.m., carefully attired students – boys are required to wear ties and neat shirts and slacks and girls must be dressed in skirts – showed up at the borough school, ready to hit the books. Students were divided into two age groups: one for grades 3 and 4, the other for grades 5 to 8. During the first hour, one group would concentrate on language arts activities and the other, on math. For the next hour, the groups switched. After finishing their classroom work, kids – and staff – changed into gym togs and,

tions to the class on subjects like volcanos and earthquakes. They were also engaged in reading activities related to their upcoming visit to the museum. Offering some post-Academy impressions, third-grader Miguel Villalpando, 9, said he relished the opportunity to participate because he was “interested in getting smarter and exercising.” An extra plus, Photos by Ron Leir he added, is, “now I know more about fractions.” Students enhanced their language arts and math skills at the Saturday Academy. Fourth-grader Perla Orozco, led by similarly attired Martin guage is something other than Harrison High senior Steph10, who enjoyed the museum and teachers, jogged several English, Martin has – since he anie Pinto in guiding kids exhibit on “the planets – blocks to the Harrison High was hired a year ago – worked through language arts work especially Jupiter,” said that School track-and-field comwith his supportive staff to while school psychologist her mom registered her for plex to engage in 45 minutes of implement strategies to boost Shelley Harrison and aide the Academy, aside from the calisthenics, sprints and a run kids’ morale and inspiring Marlene Hinostroza worked academics, “so I could run around the track before callthem to want to build their with kids on math problems. around” in a safe, controlled ing it a day and jogging back reading, writing and math Each week, Martin touched environment. to the borough elementary skills. on themes like, “Always be The chance for outdoor school. The Saturday Academy is on time” and “Winners never activity also resonated for And not a dime for school the latest effort in that camquit/Quitters never win” as sixth-grader Gabriel Arias, personnel, teaching materials paign. touchstones that he hoped 12. “I really like playing socand supplies and the bus for And it seems to have borne kids would bear in mind as cer – it’s fun to run,” he said. the out-of-town field trip came fruit, attracting between 35 they approached their conduct But, just as important, he said, from public coffers, Martin and 40 boys and girls each and studies. was picking up more knowlsaid. “Tops Diner paid for Saturday. Most of them had The Observer spent one edge. “I’m a good student everything.” close to regular attendance, as Saturday checking out the and I thought the Academy Faced with the task of edudid staff. program and found Martin, could teach me extra stuff in cating a student population, Maite Biggan, a school social filling in for a staffer who had geometry.” many of whose parents’ and worker, teamed with aide a scheduling conflict, working Staffer Harrison said that, grandparents’ primary lanDiana Ropero and volunteer with the older kids applying “Some kids were disapcritical thinking to solving pointed that the program has math problems, projecting ended,” for now at least. temperature changes over Will the Academy resurtime. face next school year? If the Across the hall, meanwhile, money to finance it can be the younger kids split into found, there is every hope smaller study groups preparthat it will, said Martin. ing to give short oral presentaPlease be advised that the following meetings of the Lyndhurst Board of Education have been cancelled: June 3, 2015 (Work Session), June 8, 2015 (Public Session), and June 30, 2015 (Public Session). The next public meeting of the Lyndhurst Board of Education will be on June 24, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at the Memorial Campus, 619 New York Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND THIS SESSION UNDER CHAPTER 231, LAWS OF 1975, P.L. 1960, C173. NOTE: IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THE PUBLIC MAY BE EXCLUDED FROM CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THIS SESSION UNDER CHAPTER 231, LAWS OF 1975, P.L. 1960, C173, SEC. 7B, UNDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION.

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Harrison adds new volleyball title: State champs!!!

Nutley wins NJSIAA North 2, Group III softball crown Winning a state championship never gets old for Nutley veteran softball coach Luann Zullo. After all, the respected coach had won a state title at West Essex, before moving on to Nutley a decade ago. And after defeating West Morris, 2-1, last Friday in thrilling fashion on a two-out, tworun double by Emily Holden in the bottom of the eighth inning, Zullo has now captured three NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2, Group III titles with the Maroon Raiders. However, none was more dramatic or thrilling than this year’s. Upstart West Morris was just one out away from knocking off the top-seeded Maroon Raiders on their home field in the sectional title game when the Maroon Raiders caught some extra inning lightning. First, winning pitcher Carly Anderson singled to get the rally started. Then the Raiders’ other senior, Jenna Saporito, worked out a walk after getting two strikes. Up stepped Holden with the tying and winning runs on base. “It was amazing,”

Zullo said. “She has such a love for the game. To see the smile on her face after she hit the ball was wonderful. She’s just a fantastic kid and I couldn’t have been happier for her. I know Emily wanted to win it for Carly and Jenna.” Anderson did her part on the mound, allowing no runs through seven innings. When West Morris scored a run in the top of the extra frame, it became the first run that Anderson had surrendered in more than three weeks. “At that moment, we were a little tight and tense,” Zullo said. “But we never thought the game was over. We had our batters coming up. I told them that we had to score at least one run to keep playing and we needed two to celebrate. It couldn’t have been more exciting. We had a packed house. We had our two seniors on base. I couldn’t have scripted it any better.” With the win, the Maroon Raiders (247) were slated to face Sparta in the overall Group III semifinals Tuesday afternoon after press time. That game see VIEW next page

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The Harrison boys’ volleyball team show that they’re No. 1 after defeating Livingston last Friday night in three sets to capture the first-ever NJSIAA state sectional title in the school’s history.

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ship, not to mention the others collected before a playoff system was implemented in 1976. Under the tutelage of legendver the years, the troary Hall of Fame coach Jack phy case at Harrison Rodgers, the Harrison girls’ basHigh School has been ketball program added a handfilled with state championship ful of state titles to the case, awards from a host of different including the overall 1991 Group teams. II championship and the 1986 Of course, no other soccer Group II team that finished as team in New Jersey – and the the state runner-up. entire United States for that Well, it’s time to clear some matter – has won as many NJroom for another state champiSIAA titles as the Blue Tide has on at Harrison. You can add the earned over the years. There boys’ volleyball team to the list are 25 state title trophies housed of Blue Tide state champions. in the glass cases in the high Harrison defeated Livingston, school, including the overall a perennial state volleyball Group I crown the Blue Tide powerhouse, in three sets Frigarnered last November. day night in the Harrison High The Harrison football team has its place in the trophy case, gymnasium, losing the first set, 25-22, then storming back to win winning the 1986 North Jersey the final two by 25-22 and 25-16 Section 1, Group II champion-

margins, to capture the NJSIAA North Jersey Group II state sectional title. Obviously, it marked the firstever state championship for the Harrison boys’ volleyball program. The Blue Tide now moves on to the overall state Final Four. Harrison (29-2) was set to take on Southern Regional in the overall state semifinals at South Brunswick in a match held after press time Tuesday. Fair Lawn and BridgewaterRaritan were the other state semifinalists. The other three schools have Group IV enrollment in the eyes of the NJSIAA. Harrison is a Group I school. The Blue Tide, who already captured their league and Hudsee CHAMPS page

VIEW from was slated to be played at Caldwell College. A win there and the Maroon Raiders were headed back to the softball smorgasbord known as Toms River for the overall Group III championship game on Saturday. “We talked to them about creating moments,” Zullo said. “We had a moment here that they will talk about forever. They’ll talk about that moment for the rest of their lives. But there are other moments to be made. I told them to enjoy this one, to have the time of their lives.” Zullo knew that there was some level of pressure on the Maroon Raiders, entering the state tournament as the top seed in the North 2, Group III bracket. “I would much rather be the underdog,” Zullo said. “But I understood we had the power points and the ranking to be the top seed, so it’s

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The Nutley girls’ softball team celebrates after winning the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2, Group III championship in thrilling fashion, scoring two runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to earn the 2-1 walk-off victory over West Morris on Emily Holden’s clutch double.

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But I was encouraged by the way we battled back. I told the son County championships kids that we now had to play this season, had to knock off three (sets). They just buckled another perennially powerful down and played like we have program in St. Peter’s Prep all season. They made some just to get to Friday’s state mistakes and we were able to sectional title game. capitalize on them. Everyone Harrison head coach Nick stepped it up and did the job.” Landy said that defeating local Standout middle hitter Piotr rival St. Peter’s once again Namiotko, who is looking provided the impetus needed more and more like a state to take on a powerhouse like player of the year candidate, Livingston. had 10 kills and seven blocks. “I felt at least we were on But it wasn’t just Namiotko. the same level with Prep,” Jimmy Vega had an amazing 29 Landy said. “We beat them assists, six digs and three sertwice before in the regular vice poits. David Penaherrera, season. We knew we couldn’t who now has a state soccer take them for granted and and state volleyball championknew that they would be a ship to his credit, had 12 digs, different team facing us again. 15 service points and six kills. We were ecstatic to get that Gerson Pachas had 13 digs and one, then we had to get ready six kills. Antonio Almeida had to face Livingston.” four kills, two blocks and three In Livingston, Landy knew digs. that the Blue Tide would have “It’s such a great feeling,” to work especially hard to Almeida said. “We were able claim the state crown. to bring a state trophy back “Two other times in the to our school for our fans and past, they stopped us in the our coaches. We all put so state tournament,” Landy much hard work and effort said of Livingston. “We’re the since the beginning of the smaller school playing the season and it all paid off. We bigger school, so we knew are where we want to be. It’s that it was going to be tough. so phenomenal. It feels great But we’ve been saying that for to be with the others like Fair most of this season. We had to Lawn, Bridgewater and Southbeat all bigger schools.” ern. It’s amazing, considering Landy said that he was opwe’re a Group I school.” timistic about the Blue Tide’s Almeida said that playing at chances before the match. home made a big difference “I spoke to a few other Friday night. coaches who faced them and “The fans have been great, they all said they liked our coming out to support us,” chances,” Landy said. “That Almeida said. “They’re going gave me a little bit more all out for us, so we had to go confidence. Our coaches went all out for them. In the beginto go see them play in the ning of the season, we set early part of the season, so goals to win the league, win we knew what we were going the county and win the states. up against. It was also a nice We wanted to be playing in advantage to have playing at the state (Final Four) instead home.” of watching it.” Landy said that the local In years past, the Blue Tide turnout was fantastic and that collectively went to watch the gave the Blue Tide an added state championships. Now edge. this year, Harrison will be in “There’s something about uniform. our gym and our kids playing Maciej Gaus had five kills, in our gym,” Landy said. “The including the decisive final kids were up for it. The crowd point, and one block. Frank was unbelievable. I hadn’t Contreras added eight digs seen it like that for any sport. and Jimmy Chen had three Some of our opponents, like digs and five service points. Kearny, were there, cheering It was definitely a collective for us. It really was amazing.” team effort. However, things didn’t “I’m just speechless,” Landy exactly go Harrison’s way to said. “I’m not usually speechstart the match, losing the first less in my life, but I am now. set. This is incredible. Whatever “I was a little bit nervous happens now is gravy. We and I think the kids were too,” have a great group of kids who Landy said. “We fell behind, want to compete, who love 22-12, but we just didn’t have playing together and want to enough to get over the hump. be together.”

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Kearny’s Czykier enjoys breakthrough season in track By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer

SHA-KEER) to get from North Bergen to Kearny after school for practices and then meets. “I’m always getting to pract’s not easy for Anna tice late,” Czykier said. “I’m Czykier to be a member like 40 minutes late every day. of the Kearny High School The team has already started track and field team. doing their workouts by the That’s because Czykier time I get there. Sometimes, I doesn’t actually attend Kearny jump in late, but others I have High. to work out by myself.” You see, although she is a Kearny head coach Al Perez resident of the town, Czykier knows just how tough it is for is a junior at High Tech High Czykier. School in North Bergen. Since “I think it takes a special High Tech doesn’t offer athletcommitment on her part,” ics, Czykier is able to compete Perez said. “With her schedin her home district. ule, we’re constantly making But it takes quite a bit of efadjustments. She basically fort for Czykier (pronounced

has to practice a lot on her own. It’s not easy for her. It’s a special dedication and an additional challenge.” Her Kearny teammates don’t seem to mind. “I never really noticed any difference there,” Perez said. “They’ve all mixed in well together.” “My teammates are very supportive of me,” Czykier said. “It’s fine.” When Czykier has to train on her own, she has to practice her craft of being a hurdler, setting up the hurdles to insure a proper workout. “I really don’t mind,”

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junior, so she has another year to improve on her standing both locally and among the state. For her efforts, Czykier has been selected as The Observer Athlete of the Week for the past week. Czykier is shocked with how much she has improved over the last year. “It’s very surprising,” Czykier said. “It’s really exciting what has happened. I really don’t know how it

happened. I just wanted to qualify for the Groups (the Group IV meet). I wasn’t expecting to win anything. I didn’t know how it would all play out. But it’s definitely a surprise. I didn’t think I was capable of it.” “She’s really stepped it up this year,” Perez said. “I think during the indoor season, we saw her do well in the 400 (meter run) and that was a big eye opener for us. We realized she could compete

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“I’m pretty sure if you ask anyone in school, they wouldn’t know,” Czykier said. “But it’s fine, because I really don’t like attention.” Czykier said that she loved Perez’s reaction after she broke the hurdles records. “I really think Coach was more excited than I was,” Czykier said. “I was just in a state of shock that it happened.” “She’s had a great year,” Perez said. “It’s very exciting.

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Belleville - $274,999 1 Fam.- 3 BDRs- 2 Full baths LR - DR- EIK w/ slider to backyard - walkup attic - finish basement - Det. 1 car garage

Lyndhurst - $519,000 2 Fam. - 5 BDRs - 3 full baths - LR’s - EIK’s - finished basement- parking space

Lyndhurst - $699,000 2 Fam. - 8 BDRs - 5 full baths - LR’s - DR’s - EIK’s finished basement - Att. 1 car garage w/ driveway for 4 cars

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Kearny - $136,000 Condo - 1 BDR - 1 full bath LR- EIK - balcony - parking space

Belleville - $295,000 1 Fam. - 2 BDRs- 1 Full Bath LR - DR - EIK - Sun parlor partial basement with wet bar and toilet - Det. 1 car garage

Kearny - $180,000 Condo - 2 BDRs- 1 Full Bath - LR - DR - KIT 1 car garage + parking

Kearny- $429,0001 Fam. - 4 BDRs - 2.5 Baths LR- DR - MEIK - Foyer Attic - Full basement Driveway 3+ cars

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HOUSE OF THE WEEK Kearny - $389,000 2 Fam. - 6 BDRs - 2 full baths - LR’s - DR’s - EIK’s full basement - Att. 2 car garage

Kearny - $239,900 1 Fam. - 2 BDRs - 1 Full Bath- 1st floor Office Space w/ half bath- 4 Garages

Kearny - $217,000 Condo - 2 BDRs - 1 full bath LR/DR combo - EIK - laundry deck - parking space.

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Kearny - $314,000 2 Fam.- 5 BDRs - 2 Full baths - LR’s - DR’s - EIK’s full basement - 1 Det. car garage

Kearny - $690,000 4 Fam. - 6 BDRs - 5 full baths - LR/DR combo’s EIK’s- full basement Det. 2 car garages

Kearny- $229,000 Condo - 2 BDRs - 1 full bath Large LR/DR combo MEIK - laundry in unit parking spaces.

Allamuchy - $199,900 Condo - 2 Bdrms - 1 Full Bath - LR - DR - KIT Full basement- Parking.

Belleville - $649,000 2 Fam. + LOT INVESTORS & BUYERS!! All Brick Adjacent Lot included Builds 1 Fam.’s or Condos

Bayonne - $259,000 2 Fam. - 4 BDRs- 2 Full baths- Kit’s- LR’s- Basement. Priced to sell

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GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY - A fantastic 3 bedroom semi-detached one family home in the Roosevelt School District. New kitchen, 2 full baths, central air on the first floor. Dead end street. All for $199,500 STUNNING KEARNY MANOR - This three bedroom home is in excellent condition and contains lovely hardwood floors, chestnut trim and stained glass windows. It also has sliders to a huge deck off the kitchen and of course a drive and garage. Will not last at Just $329,900 THREE FAMILY HOME - This rare Kearny offering has three modern kitchens and baths. Three separate gas furnaces and a driveway and two car garage. The perfect investment at a reasonable $469,900

NOW IS THE TIME - This Hamilton Street 2 family contains three bedrooms on the first floor ACT floor TRsecond and 2 bedrooms inNthe apartment. O C R E ND Ubasement The is finished and the price is fantastic. ASKING $359,000

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THINK YOU CAN’T REFINANCE BECAUSE VALUES ARE DOWN? THINK AGAIN!!! STARTING MARCH 2012, HARP 2.0, a new program presented by the Federal Government, allows homeowners to refinance regardless of the equity they currently have in their house (even if you are upside down!) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have adopted changes to Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) and you may be eligible to take advantage of these changes. If your mortgage is either owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, you may be eligible to refinance your mortgage under the enhanced and expanded provisions of HARP. You can determine if your mortgage is owned by either Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac by checking the following websites: For Fannie Mae: www.fanniemae.com/loanlookup For Freddie Mac: www.freddiemac.com/mymortgage ROB PEZZOLLA • NMLS# 266181

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From l.: International Member - President Designate Eve Yap, Laguna Gems, Philippines, International Member – Lt. Gov.-Elect, Raymond Yap, Kiwanis Club Chrysanthemum, Philippines, Joe Wojtecki, 2015 President of Belleville/Nutley Kiwanis. Lynne Oliver, Past Lt. Gov. NJ Division 7 and William Seeman, Lt. Gov.-Designate Division 7 .

At the May Belleville/ Nutley Kiwanis meeting, the club welcomed two Kiwanis International members, Raymond and Eve Yap from Laguna, Philippines. The members discussed their club’s history, upcoming fundraising

events and plans for membership drives. Raymond and Eve Yap are in the U.S. visiting family in the Belleville area and will be attending the International Kiwanis Convention in Indianapolis June 25-28.

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Anyone interested in joining the Belleville/ Nutley Kiwanis may call President Joe Wojtecki at 973-450-2017 or come to a meeting at Brix Restaurant, 371 S. Franklin Ave., Belleville, the second Wednesday of each month.

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Raised Ranch w/ 2 Large Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Modern Full Bath. Finished Basement w/ Rec Rm & 1/2 Bath. Central Air/Forced Hot Air. Asking $289,000 4.

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Large Home Built in 1980s. Both Apartments w/2 Bedrooms, Dining Rm, Living Rm, Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Finished Basement w/Rec Rm, Laundry Rm & Full Bath. Driveway & 2 Car Garage. Asking $389,000

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Garden Complex Condo w/ 1 Bedroom, Modern Galley Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Rm & Modern Bath. Maintenance Fee Includes Heat & Hot Water. Asking $105,000

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Central Park Condos – Beautifully Renovated 2nd Floor Condo w/1 Bedroom, Living Rm, New Modern Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Low Maintenance Fees Include Heat, Hot Water & 1 Parking Space. Asking $169,000

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2 Family – 1st Floor w/ 2 Bedrooms, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Tiled Bath, Living RM, Dining Rm. 2nd Floor w/3 Bedrooms, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Tiled Bath. Private Driveway. Asking $394,900 11.

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3 Family - Recently Renovated Home. 1st Floor w/ 1 Bedroom. 2nd & 3rd Floors Have 3 Bedrooms. 1 Car Garage. Short Walk to PATH Trains. Asking $ 489,000 6.

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Beautiful Home w/ 3 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen w/Stainless Steel Appliances & 1.5 Modern Baths. Lots of Original Woodwork and Hardwood Floors Throughout. 1 Car Garage Plus Carport for 1 Car. Asking $370,000

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Ranch w/ 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Basement w/ Full Bath & Lots of Closet. Driveway for 6 Cars. Asking $229,000 10.

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2 Family – Arlington Section – Both apartments w/2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Tiled Bath. Finished Attic w/2 rooms & Full Bath. Separate Utilities. Asking $274,900 12.

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KEARNY OFFICE 213 Kearny Ave, Kearny, New Jersey

LYNDHURST OFFICE 761 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst, New Jersey

NEWARK GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR THE SMART INVESTOR. A 6 FAMILY BUILDING IN GOOD COND W/ SEP UTIL. CLOSE TO PUBLIC TRANS AND SHOPPING. LOW VACANCY RATE DUE TO ITS CONVENIENT LOCATION....THIS IS A TRUE MONEY MAKER... DON’T MISS IT!!!

EAST NEWARK DON’T MISS THIS WELL MAINTAINED 2 FAM HOME IN DESIRABLE SECTION OF E. NEWARK! LOC NEAR THE BORDER OF HARRISON THIS GREAT 2 FAM HOME FEAT ALL LRG RMS! HRDWD FLRS THROUGHOUT! SEP GAS, ELECT AND HOT WATER HEATERS!

KEARNY GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY! LRG 3 FAMI HOME! ALL SEP UTILI! 3 WASHER HOOK-UPS IN BSMNT. NEWER ROOF AND WINDOWS! FIN BSMNT WITH FBTH! CLOSE TO SHOPPING, SCHOOLS AND ALL TRANSPORTATION!

NORTH ARLINGTON THIS PERFECTLY LOC HOME IS READY FOR A NEW HOMEOWNER. IT FEAT AN ENT FOYER, LR, SUN RM, DR, AND MOD KITCH. THE 2ND FLR HAS 3 BDRMS AND CERAMIC TILE BTH. WALK UP ATTIC FOR STORAGE. 1 CAR GAR AND PARKING FOR SEVERAL CARS. HOME IS SOLD IN “AS IS” CONDITION.

LYNDHURST GREAT INVESTMENTS BRICK BUILDI OVER 50X107 LOT; WITH SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOMS APARTMENT AND TWO STORES WITH EXCELLENT INCOME AND LOTS OF PARKING BEHIND THE BUILDING.

BELLEVILLE WELL-MAINTAINED 2 FAM HOME. NEWER WINDOWS, FIRST FLR. HAS LR, DR, MEIK OFFICE, 1 BDRM & 1 CTB. 2ND FLR. HAS 2 BDRMS. 1 CAR GAR, LONG DRIVEWAY FOR PARKING 5 CARS. OVERNIGHT STREET PARKING.

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NORTH ARLINGTON LRG, INCREDIBLE, EXTREMELY WELL MAINT 2 FAM HOME IN DESIRABLE SECTION! ALL LRG RMS WITH HIGH CEILINGS! HRDWD FLRS THROUGHOUT! FINI BSMNT! FIN ATTIC! ALL SEP UTIL! TWO CAR DET GAR! PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP SHOWS!!

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TEANECK “BACK ON THE MARKET!” GOOD SIZED WELL MAINTAINED COL W/3 GOOD SIZED BDRMS; LR W/ A WOOD BURNING FRPLCE & A FORMAL DR. RECENTLY UPDATED KITCH W/ BREAKFAST NOOK. BSMNT IS FULL AND HAS A FAM RM W/ A 1/4 BTH. ALSO WALK UP ATTIC THAT IS FULL AND READY TO BE FINI. SHORT SALE, SUBJECT TO 3RD PARTY APPROVAL.

PRISTINE & METICULOUS: CENTER HALL COL CONVENIENTLY LOC ON THE MANOR SEC OF KEARNY. HOME FEAT 9 RMS, 4 BDRMS, AND 1.5 BTH! HRDWD FLRS THROUGHOUT AND ORIG TRIM! DESIGNED AND ENHANCED FOR TODAY’S MODERN LIFESTYLE.

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Townhouse - 7 Year Old Hamilton Model Townhouse With 2 Large Bedrooms, Sitting Area, Laundry, 2 Modern Baths, 1 Modern Half Bath, Large Living Rm w/Balcony, DR & Modern EIK w/ New Cabinets & Granite Countertops. Upgrades Include Brazilian Cherry Floors, Crown Moldings, New Kitchen Cabinets & Granite Countertops. Built In 1 Car Garage & 1 Covered Parking Space. Central Air & Heat. Easy Commute to NYC. Close to P.A.T.H. Trains Outdoor Pool With Lounge & Gym. Asking $429,000

Beautiful Colonial w/ 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Living Rm w/Fireplace, Dining Rm, Eat in Kitchen w/Stainless Steel Appliances. Central Air/Forced Hot Air. 1 Car Garage. Asking $378,900

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2 Family – Both Apartments have 3 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Kitchen & Bath. Finished Attic w/ 2 Rooms. All Separate Utilities. Asking $309,900 15.

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LOCATION, LOCATION, THIS RANCH STYLE HOME SITS ON A LRG LOT, W/ 3 BDRMS AND 2.5 BTHS. PROP READY TO MOVE IN TOO. THIS IS A HOMEPATH PROPERTY SOLD AS IS. PURCHASE OF THIS PROP WILL BE BY CASH OR ON TERMS ACCEPTABLE TO SELLER. BUYER RESPONS FOR ALL INSPECT AND CO/SMOKE CERTIFICATES.

BUSINESS FOR SALE 2 Family – Both Apartments w/3 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Finished Basement w/Rec Rm & Full Bath. 1 Car Garage. Short Walk to PATH Trains. Asking $489,000

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3 Family – 2 Apartments Have 2 Bedrooms & 1 Apartment Has 3 Bedrooms. Finished Basement w/ FullBath. Separate Utilities. Fully Rented & Generating Great Cash Flow. Invest & Collect Rent or Move In & Start Building Equity Right Away. Asking $389,900

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3 Family - Recently Renovated Home. 1st Floor w/ 1 Bedroom. 2nd & 3rd Floors Have 2 Large Bedrooms. 1 Car Garage. Short Walk to PATH Trains. Asking $ 489,000

Great mini Market/Convenience store with Deli section for sale. Recently renovated and updated. Great residential area with near by bus lines. 18.

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Marlen DaSilva

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1 Family – Arlington Section – Cape w/ 3 Bedrooms, Living Rm, 2 Full Baths & Modern Kitchen. Finished Basement w/Rec Rm, Laundry Rm & Utility Rm. Driveway & 1 Car Garage. Central Air & Forced Hot Air. Asking $299,900

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Condo – Heather Glen Condo w/ 1 Bedroom, Full Bath, Laundry Area, Living Rm w/Balcony & Eat in Kitchen. 1 Car Garage. Asking $114,900

Maggie Abdo-Manno

KEARNY NEW

1 Family - Absolutely Gorgeous Corner Property Home with Wrap Around Porch. This Modern Home Feat a Lrge Master Bdrm w/Sitting Area, 2 Additional Bdrms, Mod Bth Rm, Lrg Ent Foyer, DR, LR w/Frplce, Mod EIK w/ New Cabinets, Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances. Fin Walk Up Attic to Lrg TV Rm w/wood burning Stove, 1 Fin Rm, Half Bth & Lots of Closet Space. Fin Bsmnt Has Rec Rm w/Pellet Stove, Laundry Rm & Fbth Oversized Det 1 Car Gar, Addl 2 park space. LrgeBackyard w/Pavers. Asking $459,000

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age. Still fresh on the minds governing body last Tuesof officials is a disturbing day that the post planned to incident that occurred at a deploy volunteers to help privately-run carnival held on with traffic control during the town-owned land on Passaic proposed July event and for Ave. on Easter Sunday when, another veterans’ fundraiser according to police, a teenage – requiring the closure of sev- girl was groped by a Newark eral streets and possibly up to man while they were aboard 20 Kearny cops for overtime a ferris wheel. The man was coverage – for a 5K run/BBQ later charged with sexual conin memory of Staff Sgt. Jorge tact. And that night, police Oliveira on Aug. 1. said, a brawl developed in the Mayor Alberto Santos parking lot of a nearby eatery. explained that municipal asSo, as a beginning step to sistance would be needed for try and enhance safety at both events from police, fire, such public events, the town public works and recreation proposes to add conditions personnel and, he said, “there that must be met before it will be a strain” on underwill issue permits to organizastaffed departments which, tions seeking approvals for he added, will force the town the use of public space. to “bring in extra coverage” “We’re starting with carnion an overtime basis, thereby vals and the like because they putting the town under fiscal carry a higher public safety stress. concern,” Santos said. “Other But, the mayor told Long, events,” he added, “will re“Certainly we’ll work with quire more study.” you to see what can be done,” To that end, the Town and recommended that the Council voted for introVFW confer, in particular, duction of an ordinance with Police Chief John Dowie amending existing policy by on how many cops would be “requiring at least two offneeded for adequate coverduty police officers at certain CARNIVALS from

times at circuses, bazaars and carnivals.” The revised policy would require a permit applicant looking to hold a weekend function to “provide a police presence at the site from 6 p.m. to one hour after closing at a number required by the Chief of Police, but in no event less than two, one to be on premises and one for traffic duty.” If the event is being held on designated holidays, the applicant must provide a similar police presence “from the time the site is opened to the public until one hour after closing ….” Applicants are responsible for paying police overtime costs but, if the police chief cannot secure officers for the overtime work, “the applicant shall provide a licensed private security presence by an entity approved by the Chief of Police and at a number required by him” and “shall be responsible for compensating the entity retained.” A public hearing on the ordinance will be scheduled for next month.

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ESTEVES from package from the school district – a declaration that was ultimately upheld by the state commissioner of education – the board solicited public nominations for Lowry’s vacant seat and, from those nominees, picked Esteves to fill it – a choice that the state said it should make. Ultimately, however, Interim Executive County Schools Superintendent Monica Tone appointed Esteves to serve until the board reorganized after its next election in November 2013. Esteves then ran,

unopposed, for the two years remaining in what would have been Lowry’s term expiring this November. Since he was seated, Esteves said he told his fellow trustees that he “was using vacation days [from his job] to come to meetings” and declined committee assignments because of scheduling vagaries. “I went into this with the intent to help bring positive change into the district,” Esteves said. “I saw that grades were poor, that our high school construction project looked like a war zone.” Since

then, he said, he hasn’t seen much improvement. He said he pressed for a system to electronically register teacher attendance in place of the current sign in/ sign out procedure, “but when several new members came on the board, that was pushed to the side.” Also ignored, he said, was his push for student residency checks to relieve overcrowding. And at this week’s meeting, Esteves figured to be pushed out of his school board seat. Still, he said, he hoped to make a case to stay.

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SERGEANTS from “we’re losing a wealth of [police] experience.” In the meantime, Dowie said, the town’s leaders are doing what they can to make up the gap between the empty spots on the KPD roster and the municipal budgetary restraints they face. Those pressures are likely to become even more onerous now that the state Division of Local Government Services – acting in concert with the state fiscal monitor assigned to Kearny under state transitional aid regulations – is scrutinizing the T.O.s of both the KPD and the Fire Department – just as the town is preparing to negotiate new labor contracts with the uniformed employee unions. So, for now, the town takes what it can get and celebrates its new police sergeants – now that the promotions have been approved by the state monitor. Sgt. Patrick Sawyer, hired as a police officer in 1989, worked initially in dispatch before shifting to patrol duties, and is now acknowledged as “an expert in traffic matters” who “has gotten his share of commendations,” including his participation in the rescue of a woman in a wheelchair from a burning building. In 2004 he was among several recipients of a Valiant Teamwork Award

from the 200 Club. This year, Sawyer earned a bachelor’s degree from New Jersey City University. Sgt. David Rakowski transferred to the KPD from the North Bergen PD in January 2001. “Their loss was our gain,” Dowie said. Assigned to patrol, “he did it well,” and then added traffic control to his resume, “handling everything from unregistered vehicles to accident investigations,” the chief said. “You can put him anywhere – he’s unflappable, a self-starter, a credit to the PD.” Rakowski showed his mettle by taking down a burly shoplifter charged with carrying a TV out of Wal-Mart, Dowie said. And he has been “passionate” in his repeated support of the annual Police Unity Tour, the chief said. “He was back from this year’s Tour two weeks and he’s already involved with a clothing drive in Lyndhurst.” Sgt. Brian Wisely, who came on board in 2007, is another “self-starter” whose dad James served as a Bayonne police officer, Dowie said. An effective patrol officer with an impressive series of arrests to his credit, Wisely has worked with the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, has served as a KPD field training officer and is another staunch supporter of the Police Unity Tour, Dowie said.

1-year-old Tabitha needs a new home Tabitha (ID#13647) is a black, domestic short hair, medium size cat. This pretty lady was brought to the Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center because her owners could no longer keep her. At 1-year-old, she has the rest of her life to give you the love and company you’ve been craving. Can you open your heart and home to this young girl? The shelter is located at 100 United Lane, Teterboro; phone, 201-229-4600. Many other adoptable animals can be seen at www. petfinder.com/shelters/NJ29.

html. Also see the website for updated hours of operation. The shelter also has a page on Facebook. Please visit and “like” the Bergen County Animal Shelter.

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Rasheed Hassan Rasheed Hassan, of Jersey City, died May 25. He was 77. He was born in Guiana. Arrangements were by the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A service was held at the funeral home, followed by a private cremation. He is survived by his dear companion Luchni, his daughter Prattima Kaulessar, his brother Shaheed and two grandchildren. Joseph A. Humphreys Joseph A. Humphreys, of Medford, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 27, surrounded by his loving family. He was 87. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Harrison. A memorial Mass will be held at Holy Cross Church, Harrison, on Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. He will be buried at sea with the assistance of the U.S. Navy. For information, directions or to send condolences to the family, please visit www. mulliganfh.com. Born in Harrison, he lived most of his life in Harrison before moving to Australia in 1968, then to Medford in 1972. He worked for Operating Engineers Local 825, Springfield, for many years, retiring in 1990. Prior to that, he was a merchant seaman for the United State Merchant Marine for many years. Joseph served his country in the United States Marine Corps during World War II as well as the United States Merchant Marine during World War II. Predeceased by his wife Eleanor “Ellie” Humphreys (nee Elston), he is survived by his loving children Paddy Humphreys, Maryann McColgan and her husband William, Joseph Mark Humphreys, Daniel T. Humphreys (deceased) and Kim Noleen Campbell and her husband Martin, and his cherished grandchildren Sarah McColgan, Sydney Rose Campbell and Daniel Ian Campbell. He was also predeceased by his brothers William (Bill) Humphreys, James (Jimmy) Humphreys and

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sister Margaret (Peggy) Canaley (nee Humphreys) and cherished cousin James (Jimmy) Sherlock and his two best friends Irv Goldberg and Patrick Gallagher. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Naval Academy Alumni Association, 121 Blake Road, Annapolis, Md. 21402 in loving memory of Joseph. Nora Riposta Nora Riposta passed away on May 19 at the home of her daughter Barbara. She was 90. Born in Jermyn, Pa., she lived most of her life in Kearny. Arrangements were by the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A funeral Mass was held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Kearny, followed by burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.armitagewiggins.com. Through the years, Mrs. Riposta worked at R.C.A., Riposta’s Diner and Insulfab Plastics. Wife of the late Gerardo Riposta, Nora is survived by her daughter Barbara Pearson (James) and her son Anthony Riposta. Sister of Margaret Maida, she is

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Jersey. Mr. Wiss met the love of his life, Sophie, at a dance in Somerset. They both enjoyed traveling the world, especially their many vacations in Aruba, as well as the many polkas they danced together throughout the years. Eric Shorock He was the beloved Eric Shorock passed away husband of the late Sophie quietly at his Kearny home Drentkiewicz Wiss, father Edmund T. Wiss on May 19. He was 58. of Edwina, Jay (Susan) and Edmund T. Wiss, 98, of Cremation was private and Paul (Jill) Wiss, brother of Kearny, died on May 24 at a memorial service will be Helen Dichek, grandfather home. scheduled at a later date. of Christopher (Patrice) and Eric was the third son of Craig (Leah) Wiss and Joy Arrangements were by the late Isobel and Walter the Armitage and Wiggins (Erik) Jacobsen and Morgen Shorock. His oldest brother Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove (William) Christopher, and Donald and his wife precedDrive, Kearny. A Mass of great-grandfather of nine ed him in death. He is surgrandchildren. Christian burial was held at vived by his brother Paul and St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny. In lieu of flowers, donahis wife; his nephew Thomas tions to The Children’s InBorn in Brooklyn, N.Y., and his wife; his niece Rachel Mr. Wiss lived in Kearny stitute, a school for children and her husband; and three since 1954. He was the with autism and related disgreat-nephews. founder and owner of abilities, in support of Bailey Born in Jersey City, he Edwiss Jewelers, Harrison, Wiss, Edmund’s great-grandwas a longtime resident of son, 15 Bloomfield Ave., for 38 years, retiring in Kearny. In his youth, Eric Verona, N.J. 07044 or The 1994. He received his B.S. Polish University Scholarwas active in scouting and degree from the University captained the Kearny High of Michigan in 1937. He was ship Fund, 177 Broadway, School swim team, Class of the past president of the Pol- Clark, N.J. 07066 would be 1974. He held a variety of ish University Club of New appreciated. jobs as a stationary engineer and was a member of IUOE Local 68. He spent the best days of life on ski slopes or kayaking. His many friends grieve with the family remembering his Mario Teixeira, IV, Manager, NJ Lic. #3757 easy-going style, generosity Mario Teixeira, Jr. Director, NJ Lic. #2542 • Monique Teixeira, Director, NJ Lic. #4048 and compassion. Newly renovated family owned and operated funeral home with multiple locations. also survived by her grandchildren Dr. James Pearson (Kathleen), Kristoffer Pearson (Kathryn), Arielle Riposta and Amberly Riposta, along with her great-grandchildren Haley Ann Pearson and Brady James Pearson.

Arrangements were by the Thiele-Reid Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Condolences and memories may be shared at www. thiele-reid.com. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to Kearny’s Grace UMC Outreach, care of the funeral home.

Shaw-Buyus Home for Services

Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish. Handicapped Accessible.

Novena to St. Jude May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. Please grant my request. Say this prayer 9 times a day. By the 9th day your prayer will be answered. It has never been known to fail. Publication must be promised. P.M.O.

Prayer to St. Jude Most holy apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of difficulty and of desperate cases, of things almost despaired of Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Make use, I implore you, of that particular privilege given to you to bring visible and speedy help where help was almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly(make your request here)-and that I may bless God with you and all the elect throughout all eternity. I promise you, O blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, and I will never cease to honor you as my special and powerful patron and do all in my power to encourage devotion to you. Amen. H.A.B.

Mulligan Funeral Home 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison

Licensed Funeral Directors serving your needs include:

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WILFRED ARMITAGE & WIGGINS FUNERAL HOME Mark G. Wiggins, Manager N.J. Lic. #3916

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 100 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.

Wilfred Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home

596 Belgrove Dr. • Kearny, NJ 07032 (201) 991-0657

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APArTMENTS fOr rENT BEllEVillE BELLEVILLE 4 BR, EIK, LR, $1,500/month 1 month security. Please Call (973) 873-8322.

E. NEWARK E.NEWARK Total renovated. 2 BR, $1050/month. Separate utilities. Avl. July 1st. Contact Carlos 201-988-7536

HARRiSoN HARRISON 3rd fl. Large Bedroom. Kitchen, LR, DR, walkin closets. Lots of closet space. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. No Smoking. Near Transportation. Available May 1st. 862-371-9418 also text.

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APArTMENTS fOr rENT HARRISON New apt. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths master bedroom with private bath. Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors in Kitchen & bath. Stove, Dishwasher, Central Air, intercom, walking distance to PATH and High school. No pets. Parking $1425/month 1-1/2 months security, Available 6/1/15. Call 201-998-1027. HARRISON 213 Harrison Ave., 1 bedroom. $875/month. Separate utilities. Available now. No pets. (973) 578-4599.

HARRISON Victorian Home has HUGE one bedroom for rent, large eat in kitchen, dining room/office, very large living room and bedroom, den, fireplace, high ceilings, hardwood floors, lots of windows and storage, near NYC transportation, Path, NJ Transit, Decamp Buses, great residential neighborhood, plenty of parking, $1650, Heat & Hot Water Inc. Text 201-294-1286 for appointment or more info. This is a rental by owner, no broker fees. Security deposit required.

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HARRISON 2 BR, Apt. on 2nd Fl. Close to PATH. LR, DR, Large EIK, Complete With Stove & Refrigerator, C/A & Heat, Avl. July 1st. Utilities Separate. No Laundry Hook-up. No pets. No smoking. 1 ½ months security. Rent $1,350/month. Call (973) 482-2628 Leave Message.

HARRISON 3 rooms, 2nd fl. References required, Plus utilities, No Washer hook-up. $975/month. Avl. Now. Leave message (201) 388-3499 (201) 240-7411.

KEARNY 3 Clean rooms. HT/HW included. From $895/month. See super 6 woodland Ave. Apt. 1, or call after 5pm 917-858-8246 for appointment.

KEARNY 2nd fl. 3 BR. 2 bath, LR, Large Kitchen, C/A, $1,650/month + Utilities. 1 ½ months security. Avl. July 1st. (718) 913-6118.

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KEARNY modern 3 room apt. large Kitchen, LR & Bedroom. $1,000/month. 1 ó months security. Utilities included. No pets. Avl. June 1st . (973) 986-6456.

HARRISON 2 bedrooms, LR, DR, kitchen. $1,500/month. 1 ½ month security. HT included. Available June 1st. No pets. No smoking. (973) 420-0139

HARRISON Modern Studio apt. 2nd Fl. Private Entrance. Refrigerator. No pets. $750/month + utilities. Security & lease. 862-223-9974.

HARRISON 3 BR railroad style apartment available near transportation in small apt bldg. $1050.00. Off street parking available. 1 ½ month sec. req’d. No pets. No smoking. Call for appointment (201) 467-7165.

HARRISON 2 bedrooms, LR, kitchen. Separate utilities. 1-1/2 months security. No pets. Available Now. (973) 380-9007

HARRISON 1BR, Bath, 1 PARKING, EIK, GROUND FLOOR W/PATIO. LAUNDRY IN BUILDING. AVAILABLE JULY 1ST. $1200/MONTH. INCLUDES HT/HW AND COOKING GAS. 1-1/2 MONTHS SECURITY. TEXT or CALL (972) 746-6827.

HARRISON 2 bedrooms. 10 minutes from PATH. Available now. Separate utilities. 1-1/2 months security. No pets. (646) 675-5113.

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 ELM COURT Kearny's Best Kept Secret 732 Elm St 1 BR fr $850. NYC Commuter Bldg Call Alan 201-955-4334 or PJ 973-992-1555 ext 1 Affiliated Mgmt

KEARNY 3rd fl. Great location. Coin Laundromat in premises. No pets. Everything included $900/month. 1 1/2 month’s security. Avail. May 15th. 201-991-0396 201-637-4429.

KEARNY 3 rooms, HT/HW included. Elevated building. Laundry facility on premises. $950/month Call Sofia after 3pm 201-998-3516 or see super after 3pm 654 Elm St. Apt Basement 1.

KEARNY 1 BR apt. in apt. building. Wood kitchen cabinets, stove, refridg. Ceramic tile floors. H/W floors throughout rest of apt. laundry in building. Near NYC trans. & mins. To highway. No pets. No smoking. $915/month + utilities. Security $1372.50. Application, credit check and ability to pay required. $25 appl. Fee. (908)217-9047

KEARNY 504 Kearny Ave. 2nd fl. 1 BR, LR, Kitchen Large Rooms. $925/month. 1 month security. Utilities separate. (201) 283-4051 or (201) 998-8429.

KEARNY Beautiful. 2 BR, apt. LR, DR. No pets. $1,150/month + 1 month security. Avl. Now. (201) 246-8784 (201) 401-2245.

KEARNY Arlington Section, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom apt. $1000/month. HT/HW included. Owner occupied. No smoking. No pets. 1-1/2 months security. Available July 1st. After 10am (201) 998-0297 (201) 424-1846

KEARNY 1st floor, 1 bedroom, LR, kitchen & bath. No pets. 1-1/2 months security. Utilities separate. (201) 998-5663 (201) 965-3850

KEARNY Large 1 BR, LR, DR. EIK, $975/month + utilities. 1 month security. H/W Floors. Avl. June 1st. (201) 376-5184.

KEARNY 2 Bedrooms, 2nd fl., a block from Kearny Ave. $1,200/month + utilities. No smoking. No pets. Avl. August 2nd. (201) 637-3544.

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N.ARLINGTON Newer 2 family 2nd fl. 2 BR, EIK, Large LR, DR, & Bath. Private parking. Close to public Transportation & Shopping. No pets. $1,300/month + Utilities. 1 1/2 months security. Avl. Now. (201) 998-2517.

KEARNY 4 ½ rooms, 1 BR, HT/HW supplied. $1100/month 1 12 months security. (201) 998-4508.

KEARNY 3rd Fl. 2 BR, LV, DR, Kitchen New. Office Corner. Close to transportation & Schools. $1100/month. (201) 428-1667 (201) 496-4049.

KEARNY 3rd fl. 1 ½ BR’s. $600/month + Utilities. 1 ½ months security. Avl. Now. (201) 991-5731.

KEARNY 610 Devon St., Completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath apt. 11ft. ceiling, hardwood floors throughout. Laundry room, basement storage, backyard, sub-zero appliances. C/A. included. $2500/month 1 month security, separate utilities. Available July 1st. (201) 213-4409

KEARNY Updated 2nd floor apartment. EIK, 3 BR’s, bathroom, LR. Washer dryer hook-up. HT/HW NOT included. Available July 1st. No pets. Call 201.341.6757.

KEARNY 2nd fl. Apt. for rent. In 2 Family House, 2 BR, Heat included, No pets, $1,100/month, 1 ½ months security. Avl. July 1st. (201) 998-8282.

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N.ARLINGTON 5 room Modern apt. C/A, 1 car Parking. No pets. $1,800/month + utilities. 2200sq.ft. Call Al (973) 284-0904

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LYNDHURST 2 bedrooms apt. 1st & 2nd floor. Dishwasher, laundry hook-up, backyard. $1475$1500/month. HT/HW included. (973)277-0942 Garages available.

LYNDHURST 1 bedroom apartment in 2 family. $1000/month. 1 month security. Heat included. No smoking. No pets. (201) 933-3676.

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NEWARK 3 BR apt. LR, kitchen & Bath. 1 ½ months security. Available now. (973) 477-0925 or (973) 202-5103.

N.ARLINGTON Lovely 4 room apt. 2 large BR’s H/W floors. W/D Hook-up. Off street parking. $1195/month. (908) 310-9068.

PoliCiES • THREE & FOUR WEEK SpECIALS MUST RUN CONSECUTIVELY • DEADLINES ARE EVERY MONDAY BY 4pM • THERE IS A $10 CHARGE FOR ANY CHANGES MADE • WE ARE NOT RESpONSIBLE FOR TYpOGRApHICAL ERRORS AFTER 1ST RUN

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N.ARLINGTON 16 Exton Ave. 1 BR. $1000/month. 1st fl. + basement area. Parking Avl. 1 month security. (732) 372-1217.

N.ARLINGTON 1 & 2 BR’s. HT/HW included. Parking space. No pets. (201) 342- 2206.

KEARNY Thrift Shop for sale 389 Kearny Ave. Please call (201) 724-8076.

CONDO fOr rENT CLIFTON Allwood Mews, 2 Bdrm, LR, DR Garage, Deck, Washer/Dryer $2,400/month. O’HaraAgency (201)997‐6300.

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fUrNIShED rOOM fOr rENT KEARNY Large Bright room, peaceful & quiet, private sink & refrigerate, clean bedding supplied weekly close to stores & transportation. Positively no smoking, gentleman preferred. Single occupancy. Good credit needed. 4 weeks security required. $140/week. (973) 830-7498.

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Party Hall For Rent • Affordable • A/C • Nice Setting 201-889-6677 201-572-1839 hOUSE fOr rENT KEARNY 1 FAMILY HOUSE, 7 ROOMS + LAUNDRY ROOM, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS & TRANSPORTATION 551-482-0999.

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

PArKING fOr rENT Parking space for rent Rental space in Kearny near Bergen Ave. dump tuck, box truck, $165/month. (201) 320-3023.

PErSONALS LISTINGS Female US Citizen would like to meet 6566 year old Male. For serious relationship. If interested please send Letter & picture to P.O. Box 317 Kearny, NJ 07032.

rOOM fOr rENT HARRISON Private entrance. Available now. Near transportation. No smoking. No pets. 1 month security. Female preferred. Se habla espanol. (650) 787-0833.

BELLEVILLE Nice area Room for rent. $400. 1 month security. Call after 4:00pm. (973) 336-5335 (862) 215-9440.

CLASSIFIEDS STOrE fOr rENT KEARNY 900 sq. ft. $2,000/month. HT included. On Kearny Ave. (201) 283-4051 or (201) 998-8429. Store/Office on ridge Rd. W/parking. 800sq.ft./up 800sq.ft. basement. Excellent building and Exposure. $1,300/month. See anytime. Avl. 7/1. 201-280-7483.

EMPLOYMENT/ hELP WANTED $$ Now Hiring! $$

KEARNY Room for rent. Male preferred. $350/mo + util inc. Available June. 1st. 201-955-7908 Hablamos Espanol.

KEARNY room for rent, nice area. $400/month. 1 month secuRity. Call between 4pm-5pm (201) 279-9741 leave message.

KEARNY 1st fl. 1 room, Female preferred. Private entrance. Available now. 201-702-0037.

Property inspectors FT/PT in your area. Free training provided. msangelabove@ comcast.net

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Stewart’s Root Beer Now Hiring for season Cooks, Waitress & Waiter Apply in person, 938 Passaic Ave. Kearny. (201) 998‐0600

Hiring summer clinic secretary. English and Spanish. (973) 752-5618 or email: jjj6308@ hotmail.com

KITCHEN HELP WANTED

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North Arlington 201-997-8778

SPACE fOr rENT NUTLEY Warehouse space with ground and mezzanine office 2250 sq. ft. 19 ft. high ceilings. 12x14 ft. high garage door. (201) 390-1729.

BELLEVILLE Commercial space 380sq ft. studio apt. Nice Area. (973) 667-2508 or (973) 271-7259 after 10am.

Looking for drivers and helpers w/moving experience. Livingston area. Call 973-255-0621.

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EMPLOYMENT/ hELP WANTED EMPLOYEES/ HELP WANTED $$ PARTTIME/FULL-TIME $$ GLASS FABRICATION/ MANUAL LABOR FILL OUT APPLICATION AT 770 SUPOR BLVD, HARRISON NJ 07029.

Now hiring and busboy. Must have experience. Must speak English and Spanish. Call 551-580-2244 Positions available immediately.

HVAC Duct Fabricator needed. English/ Spanish plus. No experience needed. Please Call 201 240-3841 973-477-4797.

Dishwasher, Bus Boy, & Server, WANTED Tues-Sun North Arlington 201-997-8778. Shampoo assistant wanted at busy Lyndhurst Salon 2 days a week. Please 201-933-5233.

Driver wanted Must clean driving record. Reliable. (201)246-8000

Licensed Hair Dresser & nail technician needed for salon in Harrison & Kearny. Competitive pay. Please call (908) 675-6669.

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Developer and Builder located in Newark NJ is looking for highly motivated person with experience in construction to be a foreman in construction sites. Must have driver’s license and general knowledge of all construction trades. FT position. Salary based on experience and skills. Call (973) 491-9494 to schedule an interview. If resume is available, please e-mail it to info@mmdevelopmentllc.com or fax at (973) 491-2662.

EMPLOYMENT/ hELP WANTED Local Company now Hiring – Hiring 2 Departments Full Time Work, Weekly Pay, we train all accepted Applicants (Bilingual a Plus) Call today & set up interview. Ask for Ms. Pinto. (201) 991-1089. Front Office Desk Position (Montclair) 2 FT positions available. Includes but not limited to answering phones, scheduling appointments, precerting office visit, medical records, etc. Must be articulate, conscious, detail oriented and a team player. Must be Bilingual! Christina@jpvizzone.com

Part Time Help Clerical. Chemical Company in South Kearny seeks part time office help. May eventually be Full Time. Computer experience necessary. Fax resume to 973 589 8444 or e-mail joan@metrochem.com

Looking for Warehouse Employee & Full time driver w/CDL Liable to work early hours must be English and Spanish speaking, Basic math skills require. Call (201) 997-7689 X1104. Dispatcher: Local trucking Company in Kearny, NJ is looking for an experienced dispatcher to be responsible for the scheduling and management of truck driver’s daily loads. Long haul and regional LTL operations experience required. Salary negotiable with experience. (201) 997-9250 Thomas McDermott.

REAL ESTATE AGENT OppORTUNITIES If you would like information on becoming a Real Estate Agent or if you are a Realtor and looking to be part of one of the leading professional, social & family oriented offices, call Jarlynn Hyde for further details. (201) 991-5719.

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AUTO DETAILING

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.

Auto Detailing by Andrew (Lyndhurst). Perfection for half the cost. $90 & Up. Call or text (862) 754-0007. ODONNELLA1986@ gmail.com.

HOUSE CLEANING MOLLY MAID A BETTER PLACE TO WORK

Looking for Full Time (M-F 8-5) Professional house cleaner. English/ Spanish. Bilingual helpful. Driver’s License Required. Only honest, hard working and dependable individuals apply. Call for Appointment.

Charles Phelan 201-246-1900.

Service Advisor Very busy truck dealership seeking a reliable self motivated individual with good communication skills. Must have previous service advisor experience, computer skills, ADP system preferred, invoicing and vehicle knowledge. Email resume to pezjo@aol.com.

Drivers / Chauffeur Wanted Busy limo company in North Arlington Seeks FT & PT chauffeurs to service the NJ/NYC/CTarea. Must have clean license & no criminal history. Company provides Training & drug testing. Pay is Hourly/ Commission + gratuities & all expenses paid. Call Avalon Transportation 201-991-1307. The East Rutherford Board of Education

seeks a part-time Maintenance/ Custodian Coordinator. Experience required in construction trades and/or maintenance/ cleaning services. Position available: 7-1-15. Interested applicants should apply to: Mr. James Olobardi, SBA, 100 Uhland Street, East Rutherford, NJ 07073 OR Jolobardi@erboe.net. Deadline: 6-5-15

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

Couple from Poland will clean houses, apartment, offices. References.

(201)997-4932

hANDYMAN SErvICES

Bob & Sons Handyman. We do all types of work. (201) 931-3478.

DO IT ALL Interior/Exterior new & repairs. All types of carpentry. Reasonable rates, quality work, reliable, experienced. 13VH06620900

(201)991-3223

Painting, Sheetrock, Plastering, Odd Jobs, Flooring, Windows and Doors. Replace window screens. Power washing. Lic#V203575 (201) 448-1563

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Polish Cleaning lady make your house beautiful & shinny! (201) 456-8532. Vivia's House Cleaning Service

good references, punctual, responsible, and thorough. If interested please call

(201) 888-5417

CONSTrUCTION SErvICES

hEATING & COOLING

P & M Mechanical LLC Heating/AC Service, Maintenance & Replacements Fully Insured Free Estimates (201) 686-1269 Boilers & Water Heaters

Twin Air Conditioning & Heating Service Repair & Installations. Free Estimates. No Job is too small. Local. (973) 698-5152.

Martinez Construction • Roofing • Chimneys • Basement •Gutter • Masonry • Chimney & Roof Leak Work Exterior and Interior

hOME IMPrOvEMENT

(201) 952-0076

Lic # 13VH06939900

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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

FENIELLO CONTRACTING LLC.

BASEMENT RENOVATIONS NO MORE WASTED SPACE. Baths, Kitchens, Deck, Painting. All types of Home Improvement. Quality work Fair prices Fully insured. Lic# 13vh03006100

(201) 906-2422

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Lic. # 13VH05674000 Fully Insured

201-428-7160 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

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

(201)935-1975

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 Affordable & Simple Landscaping

Spring clean-ups, mowing, Hedge Trim, Mulch, Flower planting & more.Reasonable Rates. Sr. discounts available

Dave 201-286-7224

Expert tree & Shrub Care • Spraying • Fertilizing • Stump Grinding State Licensed. Fully Insured. Since 1973

(973) 338-9284 Copacabana Landscaping

Lawn Maintenance • Spring Clean-up • Design • Retaining Walls • pavers • Tree Service Free Estimates & fully Ins.

Eder (201) 997-9271 www.copacabana landscaping.com

LADYBUG Landscapes Inc.

• Design • Construct • Maintain • Paving Demolition-Commercial (201)804-0587 (201)655-1938

PAINTING & DECOrATING

An American Painter Exterior & Interior Power washing & House cleaning. Decks & siding Refinished Free Estimates! Senior Discounts! William J. McGuire. (201) 955-2520.

MASONrY SErvICES Giuliano Turano Retaining Walls, Brick, Block, Stone Work, Patio, Roof, Siding. Handyman & All type of Masonry Work. Free Estimates. Fully Insured. 30 years Experience (973) 803-0556.

MOvING SErvICES

J.R. Trucking

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as a member of the board of directors. In 1992, she became Professional Organization) the first woman member of which sponsored the local Spe- the Kiwanis Club and is a past cial Olympics, and served on president. the Essex County Educational As highlighted in the council Services Commission, Citizens resolution, Edward J. Saegers Advisory Budget Committee, Sr., born in Lima, Ohio, to Belleville Advisory Council Edward and Anita DeJohn and Belleville Rent Leveling Saegers, attended Lima Central Board. Catholic High School and then In 1984, the Belleville Cham- served in the U.S. Navy. He is ber of Commerce selected a member of the Catholic War Purdue as Woman of the Year. Veterans Father Owens Post She has volunteered at Clara 1187 and American Legion Post Maass Medical Center in 105. Saegers began his service to Belleville for 25 years, serving as Auxiliary president and Belleville in the 1980s with the KENNEDY from

KHS senior named Piccolo Award winner Lou Pandolfi, president of the Kearny Chapter of UNICO National, announced that Julia Coppola, a senior at Kearny High School, has been selected as the chapter’s Brian Piccolo Award winner. The award is presented to that senior who best exemplifies those attributes and characteristics of the late Brian Piccolo. As a student, Coppola has excelled academically. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has also achieved Principal’s and Academic Excellence honors. Coppola also participates in the school’s Italian and REACH (Responsible Educated Adolescence Can Help) clubs. This year, she was selected to serve as a delegate to the Girls’ Career Institute at Rutgers University. Coppola will attend the University of Florida in the fall. As an athlete, Coppola is member of the girls’ crosscountry, track and field and swim teams. She serves as captain of each of these. Coppola was recently named to 1st Team All County in crosscountry and also received Athlete of the Month honors in cross-country. Coppola also has volunteered her time to raise money for the National Brain Tumor Society and has worked with special needs children at a summer

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Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and other dementias progress and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect with their loved ones. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

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Cause of death, they said, was listed as blunt force trauma. Following the assault, they said, Belleville PD arrested Ray Cooley, 25, of Nutley, on charges of attempted murder, burglary and kidnapping – for which bail was initially set at $450,000 – and he was taken to Essex County Jail in Newark. Now that the victim has died, however, the charges are likely to be upgraded, authorities said. According to Belleville PD Det. Capt. Danny Ward, Cooley had been brought to HQ on prior drug charges and, while in police custody, allegedly admitted breaking into the victim’s home, assaulting Fitzsimmons with his fists, knocking him to the floor, and tieing him up.

Ward said Cooley reportedly threw Fitzsimmons’ cordless phone in a toilet and cut the line to a land line so that the victim would be unable to call for help. Ward said Cooley told police that he had stolen some costume jewelry from the house but those items could not be accounted for. Ward said Cooley untied Fitzsimmons before leaving the house. Ward said Cooley had known Fitzsimmons from having previously shoveled snow from the entrance to his house. After Cooley became a “person of interest” in connection with the assault on Fitzsimmons, he was transferred from Belleville PD headquarters to the county corrections facility, Ward said. – Ron Leir

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Kearny Public Library, 318 Kearny Ave., presents the latest in its series of Garden Thursdays at the new Main Library Reading Garden at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, the kickoff date for the neighboring Kearny Farmer’s Market, which runs from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursdays all summer long. The event features a performance by James Dean’s Dexter Gordon Tribute Band, a fivepiece jazz band featuring

some of the most experienced musicians in the area such as James Dean, a regular performer at the Whiskey Café in the Meadowlands. Dean, who has been performing jazz since the 1970s, has worked with many well-known celebrities and performers, including Neil Sedaka, Yul Brynner, Shirley Bassey and Eddie Fisher. He has contributed his music to many recordings, including his most recent album, 2010’s “These

Things We Dig.” Admission is free. In the event of rain or inclement weather, the performance will take place in the library’s lower level Assembly Room. The library’s Reading Garden space, which is in its first full year, will be open all summer during the Main Library’s regular hours. For more information on this or other library programs, call 201-9982666 or visit www.kearnylibrary.org.

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