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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent LYNDHURST – Fliers promoting the KKK have been distributed to several residents in the southwest section of Lyndhurst, according to township police. Police Det. Capt. John Valente said last week that the department received about “half a dozen” reports about a handful of the fliers found dropped on residential driveways or front lawns along Forest Ave. and elsewhere during the weekend of Oct. 23-25. The paper fliers were held down by rocks, he said. Mayor Robert Giangeruso condemned the literature as an example of “racism, hatred and bigotry,” adding that the township is “not going to tolerate it.” Asked what, if anything, Lyndhurst can do about it, the mayor referred a reporter to police who, he suggested, were “investigating” the situation. When asked if the police were pursuing the matter or possibly calling in the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office to check it out, Valente characterized the incident as someone exercising their “First Amendment right.” “It’s not a hate crime,” he added. Township Public Safety see KLAN page

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Winners of the Kearny PAWrade costume contest and their owners pose.

By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent KEARNY –

here was an autumn nip -- and lots of yips and yaps -- in the air Saturday at Arlington Depot

Park, where scores of dogs and their humans took part in the town’s second annual Halloween PAWrade. Costumed pooches of all breeds and sizes came from near and far to compete for prizes or just to show off

their wonderful garb. There were four-legged bumble bees and ballet dancers and pumpkins and, well, you name it. There was also a canine Clydesdale. And two skunks. A dog in a skunk costume. And a for-real skunk.

It’s 150 years for Holy Cross By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

HARRISON – With the big day upcoming, the memories of Harrison’s Holy Cross Parish are surfacing fast and furious. Events associated with the

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history of the church that stand out include the annual fall Holy Name Parade where priests and male parishioners walked from Harrison to Newark and the 40 Hours Exposition held every September to honor the Blessed Sacrament. Some recall the parish

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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent BELLEVILLE –

elleville’s municipal government is taking the unusual step of undertaking a very public examination of the township’s Board of Education. But, at the same time, as happens often these days with the township’s elected officials, there appears to be some uncertainty over how to proceed with the initiative. At the behest of Mayor Raymond Kimble, the Township Council was ready to vote for a resolution at the Oct. 6 meeting “to appoint an investigating committee and conduct municipal investigations,” as listed on the meeting agenda. But then Kimble suggested that the resolution be amended to specify that “a [Belleville] citizen” be included as part of the investigating committee and that residents should be given an opportunity to apply for a seat on the committee. To that suggestion, township attorney Tom Murphy suggested that the governing body consider changing the committee’s size, from the proposed number of four to five “to avoid tie votes.” And, said Murphy, those five could be specified as “three members of the governing body, one member of the Belleville Police Department who lives in Belleville and one citizen.” Incidentally, Murphy added, the committee “would retain counsel to obtain facts.” But Kimble – a retired township police chief – said he would prefer to see “two citizens” and “not a police officer” – though he didn’t say why – and, he added, town-

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ship residents could send applications to township interim manager Kevin Esposito for consideration. The matter of re-drafting the resolution was left hanging and, as of last week, when The Observer requested a copy of the revised resolution, it was still unavailable, according to the Township Clerk’s Office. After the meeting, The Observer asked Kimble if he had proposed the resolution and, if so, why. He replied, “Yes, I guess you could say I’m the prime mover.” The mayor said that since 2013, there have been allegations of “improprieties” raised by residents involving the Board of Education, including “Clarity and everything else, which have been turned over to the proper [state] authorities.” Clarity was retained by the school board to oversee some $2 million in school security systems plus IT support which Councilman Joe Longo strongly defended when he was still serving on the Board of Education. The transaction drew criticism by the teachers’ union and citizen groups. Much of that security system has since been dismantled and Clarity and the school board are in arbitration over disputed billings and payments. Other concerns have been

raised about how the school board ran up a $3.7 million deficit for 2013-2014 and why the board, in spring 2013, paid $20,000 for 2,000 USB flash drives from a local company for whom Councilman Joe Longo – who was then sitting on the school board – worked as a salesman and why those devices reportedly sat in a closet in the superintendent’s office for a year and a half. Longo told Essex Watch, a citizen advocacy website, that he did not handle the transaction for his company nor did he vote on the purchase. To date, Kimble said, no criminal charges or indictments have been issued. It’s not unusual, he said, for state probers to take an extended time with investigations. “We’ll try to move it along,” he said, by undertaking a municipal investigation. He said the committee could exercise the right to “subpoena” people to testify. Asked his reaction to the proposed investigating committee, Longo characterized the strategy as “politically motivated to try and go after the Board of Education for some reason. … I have no idea what they’re looking for. … But if they want to investigate, I have no objection. Go knock yourself out.” At last week’s meeting,

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citizen activist Jeff Mattingly played a recording of a phone call message – (which he secured via an OPRA request) – that Longo left for Kevin Esposito sometime in June 2013, inquiring about the status of a price quote he had submitted, on behalf of his employer, for printing the Belleville recycling calendar. The message says, in part: “I was curious, we put in our number for the recycling calendar for the town …. I was just wondering if it was anywhere in the ballpark, or if you’d give me an idea of where it would need to be. ….” Asked later how he came to know about the call, Mattingly said the phone message “came to my attention from Esposito, that there existed this recording that Mr. Longo had left on his answering machine.” Longo confirmed he made the call but characterized Mattingly’s initiative as “much ado about nothing.” Elaborating, he said: “In 2013, before I was a member of the council, I was given an opportunity [on behalf of his employer] by Kevin to offer a price for the printing of the town’s recycling calendar so I gave him a price. It was not a bid. He called me and gave me the specifications and, as any salesman would be expected to do, I called to ask if he had a chance to look at my price to see if I was in the ballpark.” Longo said he never heard back from Esposito and the printing job ended up going to the same firm that did the work the prior year. He said he did nothing improper, adding, “If I had said, ‘if you give me this job, I’ll do something for you in return,’ then that would be unethical. But I didn’t do that.”

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Lots to see at KHS film festival By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY –

kay, so it’s not Sundance, but they’ll be rolling out the red carpet Thursday night, Oct. 29, at Kearny High School for its first-ever student-made film festival, open to the general public. There will be 13 entries, representing a variety of styles and genres, which involved at least 50 participants including in front of and behind the screen, according to history teachers John Adamski and Jessica Couto, advisors to the senior class, the festival’s sponsor. Instead of Oscar statuettes, the young filmmakers will be competing for two cash awards – a $100 grand prize and $50 for second place. Audience members get to judge the films on the basis of “creativity/originality, messaging, content and technical quality.” More precise instructions will be given on the night of the festival. Admission is $10 for the public and $5 for KHS students and senior citizens and latecomers won’t miss a thing because, after the doors open at 6 p.m., patrons will be directed to separate third-floor classrooms to view each of the DVD films which will be screened continuously on a repeating loop. Under festival rules, films could be no longer than 20 minutes and several run as short as five minutes so there should be plenty of time to see

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Among KHS film festival participants are, standing, from l., Sam Sanchez, Muskan Vyas, Kaitlyn Cullen and Paul Bannon and, kneeling, Matthew Farias.

everything. Festival applications were distributed to students in May and were due back by September so many students actually began working on their creations during the summer on home equipment and continued into the fall term. Adamski and Couto felt that opening the festival to the public was a good way to get a lot of community support by giving parents, in particular, an opportunity to see the kind of work their youngsters were capable of executing. “Hopefully, the festival will continue to be presented in future years,” Adamski said. “I can assure you, people will be impressed by what they see.” And, lest parents and/or townspeople get a bit antsy over the kind of material being

presented on screen, Couto told The Observer that among the criteria for submissions was a caution to students that the contents of their movie

had to be “appropriate to show in a school.” As stated in the festival rules, “Your film cannot depict any lewd act, tobacco, drug, curses, or material that many would view as offensive.” And, further, “Youth actors (18 and under) cannot be portrayed with any underage alcohol, drug or tobacco use in the film.” Filmmakers were permitted to use adults in their movie but only for “on-screen talent and/or behind the scenes in a faculty advisor capacity only.” Plus, all films had to be prescreened by an advisor before being included as part of the festival. Matthew Farias, a junior who plays center-mid for the KHS soccer team, has created what he described as “a highlight reel” of the lead-up to the Sept. 26 match with archrival Harrison High at Red Bull Arena, the game and the postgame celebration of Kearny’s 5-1 victory. The film is intend-

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No. 2 leaving but will town replace him? By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

HARRISON – The Harrison Police Department is losing its No. 2 superior and it appears he won’t

be replaced … at least not by anyone in the same rank. When Capt. Michael Green bids farewell Dec. 1 after nearly 27 years with the department – including part of that time as deputy chief – the

rank of captain will disappear from the HPD’s Table of Organization. That, according to Mayor James Fife and Police Chief Derek Kearns, is the result of terms dictated by the state

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cilman James Doran, who serves as police chairman, are inclined toward adding an additional lieutenant but, to do that, the town needs approval from its state monitor. “Ultimately,” said Harrison PBA President Sgt. Tom Corblies, “we’d want a captain there – that’s something we’re hoping to get back as part of the T.O. – but, as an interim step, we’d accept the town making an administrative lieutenant to handle the day-today operations and take some Photo courtesy Michael Green of the rigors off the chief.” Police Capt. Michael Green Some examples of those Department of Community administrative functions, Affairs (DCA) as one of the Corblies said, would include conditions the town had to screening prospective poaccept when it was awarded lice hirings, making sure any transitional aid by the state. vacant spots are filled apSince 2009, Harrison has propriately when officers are continued to accept “special out sick or on vacation, and municipal aid” and transitional coordinating overtime assignaid from the state as a way of ments. offsetting municipal property “We’re sad we’re losing tax increases in tandem with Mike,” Roblies said. “He was economic layoffs of employfair with us, good to work with ees and reduced civilian and and he’ll be hard to replace.” uniformed staffing levels. Unfortunately for the HPD, For example, in 2010 – five he added, it has to live with years after Green had been restrictions set by the state, promoted to deputy chief – notwithstanding the increasthe HPD was compelled, at the ing need for municipal servicstate’s behest, to drop the rank es from new residents moving of deputy chief and Green into new developments being was returned to the rank of built on or near the waterfront captain. redevelopment area. “DCA is Now that Green is set to holding the purse strings,” he retire, “I have conveyed to the said. mayor we need to replace him Green, who will be 47 by in some capacity,” said Kearns, Dec. 1, will be eligible for an “whether that means bringannual state Police & Fireing back the captain’s rank to fighters Retirement System our T.O. or adding a seventh pension of $97,482, state lieutenant. Treasury Department records “If I don’t have a second in show. command, it would be difficult A North Arlington resident, for the other lieutenants to Green said he plans to enter take direction from someone the private sector as a security who is their equal in rank, consultant next year. without some type of underGreen joined the HPD in standing that that individual 1989, was promoted to serwould be in charge in my geant in 1995, made lieutenant absence and handling a lot of in 1997, captain in 2001 and the department’s administradeputy chief in 2005, returning tive duties.” to captain in 2010. Even if the town were to Among the many oversight persuade the state to go along administrative he performed as with reviving the captain’s the second in command, Green slot, the state’s next testing said, were overseeing the six cycle for captain won’t be patrol lieutenants and deteccompleted until 2017, Kearns tives, grants and forfeiture noted, “so we’d be looking at funds, OSHA compliance, or2018 or 2019 before we’d see a dering of supplies, bulletproof permanent appointment.” vests, issuing press releases, There are existing stateapplying for subpoenas, schedcertified appointment lists for uling of officers’ court appearsergeant and lieutenant. ances, payroll and security Fife said that he and Counliaison to the Red Bulls.

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Arson reported at bathrooms in township park: NPD The Nutley Parks Department reported possible arson Oct. 19 in two bathrooms at Booth Park, off Harrison St., according to reports. During their investigation, police said they found significant damage to the bathrooms. A men’s room mirror was shattered, light bulbs were broken, a toilet tank was broken and a paper-towel dispenser was also broken. Police said the towels seemed to have been set on fire, as there was ash all over the floor and burn marks on the roll itself. The mirror’s cardboard backing also appeared to be burned, the police said. Police said they also found a shattered mirror and a broken paper towel dispenser in the women’s room at the same park. A water-fountain head near a softball field was also broken off. Damages were estimated at around $1,000, the NPD said. Meanwhile, the NPD released the following reports of incidents that took place between Oct. 17 and Oct. 23: Oct. 17 • A man exiting a bus on Kingsland Ave. told police he was robbed at gunpoint of $100. Police said the man told them when he got off the bus, a black man brandished and pointed a black handgun at him and ordered him to the ground. The victim, who later declined to give police his name, said he gave the suspect $100 cash — and then, the suspect fled in what he thought was a silver Toyota Camry that had pulled up in the area of the robbery. Police said the victim admitted to being “a little tipsy,” though he refused medical attention at the scene. The NPD Detective Bureau continues to investigate. • A taxi driver told police a passenger tried to stiff him of his fare at the intersection of Laura and Edison Aves. The driver said upon arrival, the passenger got irate and left the cab without paying. Police

said they found the passenger near School Lane, who said he thought he’d paid the fare and who said he was upset because he believed the driver intentionally drove to an incorrect location to increase the fare. Ultimately, the passenger paid the fare and was taken to NPD HQ to find another ride. • A Walnut St. resident told police items valued at $775 were stolen from his car. Police said they observed items in the car strewn about. The car owner didn’t know whether it had been locked prior to the theft. There were no signs of forced entry, police said. Oct. 18 • Dana Piccirilli, 24, of Belleville, was arrested on an outstanding Bloomfield warrant after a motor vehicle stop on Kingsland Ave. Piccirilli was issued a summons by NPD charging her with driving on a suspended license. Police said she also posted bail for the Bloomfield warrant and was released, pending court. • A River Road resident’s catalytic converter was stolen from his car, police said. The car owner said he noticed a scratch on the car and later realized the converter, valued at $800, was missing. Police said the thief apparently used a saw to cut out the car’s exhaust. Oct. 19 • A man who Carrie Court residents described as “suspicious” was arrested on an outstanding Belleville warrant. Callers told police that a man later identified by police as Jesse Barber, 31, of Bloomfield, had been looking inside a car. When police located Barber, they learned he was wanted by Belleville police. Barber was released on his own recognizance and was issued a new court date by Belleville police. • A Franklin Ave. resident reported an attempted burglary. Police said the resident told them there was damage around the home’s front door, but it appeared no one gained entry to the home. The Detective Bureau was notified.

Oct. 20 A car was stolen from Hancox Ave. after its owner left it parked, unlocked and with the keys inside while he went into a 7-Eleven store to shop. Police said a description of the vehicle was broadcast to surround-

ing towns. Oct. 21 A Lafayette Place resident’s car was damaged. Police said it appeared the car’s rear passenger-side window was cracked to the point where it was about to

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A curse? No kidding By Karen Zautyk

alone. Sitting next to him at the bar was a visitor from Chicago, s readers of this column Murphy the Goat, and the two know, I number the of them were toasting the N.Y. Jersey Devil among my Mets. close friends and prime news For the uninitiated, Murphy sources. A couple of weeks ago, the Goat (along with Daniel, no he made headlines again when relation, Murphy) is the reason a South Jersey man claimed to the Cubs got skunked in the have encountered the creature playoffs. flying along Rt. 9 in Galloway Back in 1945, Murphy the Township and snapped a few Goat was the pet of Chicago photos, which, of course, were tavern owner William “Billy posted online. Goat” Sianis, who brought him Social media being what it to a World Series game at Wrigis, the pix were soon “trendley Field. ing” and the story made news Murphy even had his own internationally. The ultimate ticket. But apparently, he consensus was that the photos smelled bad. And Cubs owner were faked. I could have told P.K. Wrigley had both Murphy you that without even viewing and Sianis ejected. The outthem. raged Sianis then cursed the First of all, the Devil is notori- Cubs, saying that they would ously camera-shy. Secondly, never win another World if he indeed were on Rt. 9, he Series. And they haven’t. Of would have been driving his course, we asked Murphy about Lamborghini, not flapping his this. wings over the highway. Observer: Is the curse real? Soon after the story broke, he Goat: That’s for the fans to called and we had a good laugh decide. However, I would like to about it. Since I hadn’t seen clarify something. my buddy in some time, we People refer to the Curse of arranged to meet last weekend the Billy Goat, but it was my at one of his favorite watering owner, not me, who set this all holes in the depths of the Pine in motion. Barrens. And by “watering O.: Still, you must have agreed hole,” I do not mean a pond. with him. When I walked into the place, Goat: Wouldn’t you? Who there was the Devil. But wasn’t wants to be told they stink? In

O.: I never knew you filed one. Goat: You haven’t heard of any more goats being ejected, have you? O.: Will you be attending any of the Series games? Goat: No. Even though I’m happy for the Mets, I’m a Yankees fan, like you and the Devil. [Editor’s note: The Devil was even wearing the Jeter jersey I gave him last year.] O. Will you be staying in N.J. here for awhile? Goat: Not too long. The Devil is really busy around Halloween, but we do plan to take in a hockey game. At this point, the Devil interrupted. William ‘Billy Goat’ Sianis and Murphy, back in the day. Devil: Yes. We’ll be going up fact, Wrigley didn’t smell too O.: Considering your own to the Rock to see my namegood himself. record over the years, have the sakes. O.: Presuming the curse is Cubs ever tried to lure you back O. That’s close to Kearny. real, how did it specifically afto Wrigley Field? Why not visit our town? fect the Cubs this year? Goat: Sure. Why do you think Devil: As a matter of fact, in Goat: Well, let’s look at that they planted all that ivy? They the interest of good sportsmanother Murphy. He hit homerdon’t know that I prefer pizza. ship, we are planning a conuns in six consecutive playoff O.: Chicago deep-dish? gratulatory visit to the mayor. games, including of course all Goat: Yuck! That’s not real We hear he is a huge Mets fan. four games against the Cubs. pizza. Real pizza is one of the The Goat wants to assure him First time in the history of mareasons I visit Jersey. that curse affects no team but jor league baseball that anyone O.: So you still live in the the Cubs. has accomplished such a feat. I Windy City? O. Will you let me know the read a quote from him. He said, Goat: I’ve got a penthouse on time and place? “I can’t explain why the balls Lake Shore Drive. Sianis (may Devil: Sorry. We’re going to keep going out of the ballpark, he rest in peace) and I won big surprise him. but they do.” Well, I can explain bucks in our discrimination O. But I’d like to take some it. lawsuit against Wrigley. pictures for the paper.

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healthy mix of Democrats and Republicans working together to what’s best for the community while putting politics aside. This year Democrats are offering voters a solid case for change and a better North Arlington. Councilman Al Granell is a fiscal conservative who with Councilman Tom Zamma-

tore voted against this year’s property tax hike. In contrast, appointed Republican incumbent Brian Fitzhenry voted yes for higher taxes. In Granell and Zammatore we have reliable Democratic representation and the addition of community advocate Kelly O’Malley-Velez would give us an even number of

Democrats and Republicans so that a balance and a discussion can be maintained about our borough’s future. I urge North Arlington residents to re-elect Councilman Al Granell and Councilman Tom Zammatore while adding Kelly O’Malley-Velez to the governing body. I also hope you will

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t about 8 p.m. last Wednesday, Oct. 21, KPD Sgt. Charles Smith conducted a motor vehicle stop on Quincy Ave., west of Kearny Ave. While Smith was interviewing the driver, Winicius DeJesus, 22, of Newark, backup Officers Chris Manolis and Daniel Esteves approached the passenger side of the vehicle

assist. Police said one of the motorists, Mario Aquino, 33, of Newark, was found to have a suspended license and two outstanding warrants: one for a $3,000 Essex County summons and an $816 MV violation from Union Township. Aquino was arrested on those and for driving while suspended and was turned over to the Newark PD. •••

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••• Also at 3:30 p.m., Officers Rich Pawlowski and Jonathan Dowie apprehended Christian Garcia, 26, of Kearny, near Midland Ave. and Lafayette

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At 8:30 p.m., Officer Sean Kelly responded to a report of an accident at Belgrove Drive and New Lawn Aves. and found that a 2000 Volvo had apparently hit a parked car on New Lawn. While interviewing the Volvo’s driver, Patricia Bernard, 37, of Kearny, police said he detected the odor of alcohol and observed a partially consumed bottle of rum in the auto. After field sobriety tests, Bernard was arrested, and while Kelly was retrieving the rum, he found “several other bottles of alcohol of different varieties,” police said. In addition to DWI, Bernard Oct. 17 was charged with reckless Det. Michael Gonzalez, on driving, failure to keep right, uniformed patrol at 1 a.m., having an open container of spotted a 2010 Mazda parked alcohol in a MV, and refusing in a prohibited area near High- an Alcotest. After processland and Pavonia Aves. As he ing, she was turned over to a approached to issue a violaresponsible party. tion, he reportedly detected a certain odor coming from the Oct. 20 car and recovered a plastic Officer Chris Levchak, on container holding a bag of patrol at 3:30 p.m., observed pot. Driver Tyler Montijo, 20, Anthony Ciccone, 51, of Belof Kearny, was charged with leville, talking on a cell phone possession of the drug and while driving near Passaic paraphernalia. Ave. and the Belleville Pike, police said. Levchak’s MDC Oct. 18 also indicated that Ciccone At 8 a.m., Sgt. Paul Berhad a suspended license. He shefski came upon a two-car was charged with driving accident at the intersection while suspended, failure to of Kearny and Laurel Aves. surrender a suspended license, Officers Cesar Negron and and with the cell phone violaSean Podolski responded to

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New apartments coming to Ridge Road? A NORTH ARLINGTON – commercial eyesore on North Arlington’s main drag will be removed and replaced with a functioning ratable if a development team has its way. Kearny attorney Gary Bennett appeared recently before the borough governing body to present a conceptual plan, on behalf of Woodcrest Prop-

erty Partners LLC of Wyckoff, for the dormant Ridge Lumber property at 241 Ridge Road. Bennett said the plan calls for taking down the lumberyard and putting up a fourstory residential structure for 30 one-bedroom apartments, with balconies fronting Ridge and parking underneath plus some surface spaces. “This is an excellent op-

portunity in the heart of the borough’s redevelopment zone,” he added. If borough officials have any concern about the project, it is the hope that the number of on-street parking spaces can be maximized, Bennett said. Young professionals, coupled with senior couples who want access to River Road, would likely be the target

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Asked whether the partners faced any environmental issues in re-adapting the property’s use, Goras said: “No, we did a Phase 1 [environmental] study and everything came up clean.” As for parking, Goras said the team re-worked the plan to accommodate 28 on-site parking spaces while “adding seven new curbside spaces, including four with meters, to get within one or two [spaces] of the [borough’s] requirements.” If and when the team goes before the Planning Board for site plan approval – which would be the next step in the process – then it will choose a general contractor – “we’re interviewing people now” – and execute plans for 30 one-bedroom, 700-square foot units which, he said, would likely rent “in the $1,700s a month range.” – Ron Leir

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Residents mingled with Belleville firefighters at an Open House where kids got to operate hoses and (top) and both young and old learned about firefighting tools from Firefighters Chase Hamilton (l.) and Manny Antonio.

provide information to participants ages 65 and older on ways to stay healthy with Medicare-funded preventive health services and will give a personalized review of their overall physical and mental health status. For those who meet eligibility, other common screening tests will be available, including bone density, circulation and heart health and lung function. The visit is a new health service for Medicare-

eligible seniors; there are no costs, no co-pays or deductibles. But it should not replace an annual physical. Applicants are asked to bring their Medicare cards, the names of the doctors they see and a list of current medications (or bring them along). Women should not wear stockings. The program is open to surrounding communities. Registration is required. Please call the Health Department at 201-955-5695.

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Rutherford experienced a similar situation in late December 2014, although in that case, there were reported to be hundreds of the fliers distributed on residential properties but borough Police Capt. Patrick Feliciano said there have been no repeat incidents. Because of First Amendment consideration, the police “treated it as littering,” he said. Police did call the number listed on those fliers – the same as listed on the fliers in Lyndhurst – and got a recording for the KKK organization, he said.

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to protect our kids. People are going to move out because the crime is so bad. I want to start a petition to shut the place down. It shouldn’t be there.” A longtime neighbor griped that when it gets to closing time, there is “loud noise” that rouses nearby residents trying to sleep. As for security, she said, “there’s a guy sitting in his car in their parking lot,” which, she added, hardly serves as a deterrent to trouble-makers. What’s more, she said, “the people coming there are not from Belleville. Since that bar has been there, there’s been nothing but trouble. That place has to go.” Mayor Ray Kimble said the township is exploring what, if anything, can be done to control the situation but gave no assurances that something would be done to close the business. – Ron Leir inherited the estate of his great-uncle is attacked and, while in a coma, is permitted to assume a ghost-like form to learn who did the deed. If he fails, he will die. Among her five actors is junior Muskan Vyas, who voices the role of the estate manager. When Cullen was interviewed, she had completed two of the five scenes in her film and those scenes alone called for completion of 50 animation drawings which she sketched out on a Wacom tablet linked to a computer, then digitally mixed with dialogue and music recorded via voice mem, assembling the aggregate in Windows Movie Maker. The final product should come in at between 16 and 20 minutes, Cullen estimated.

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agencies to receive funding totaling $86 million to devise he Hudson County Coalition for a Drug-Free strategies to help control Community (DFC), with minors’ abuse of prescription help from Partners in Preven- drugs, marijuana, tobacco and tion, has been awarded a grant alcohol. Botticelli said that the to assist the Kearny Municipal Hudson Coalition will receive Alliance in combatting youth $75,000 a year “to mentor the substance abuse. Kearny Municipal Alliance for Michael Botticelli, direcup to two years” in this initiator of National Drug Control tive. Policy, announced that the “If successful,” the ancoalition is one of nearly 700

nouncement said, “Kearny could receive $1.25 million in DFC grant funds [spread in installments over five years] to involve and engage their municipality in reducing alcohol and drug rates among youth.” The Hudson Coalition has previously helped the Rutherford Coalition and Union City Municipal Alliance to secure

a DFC grant to continue the fight against substance abuse in Kearny.” Part of that Phase 1 effort, said Corbett, will be the creation of a Kearny Prevention Coalition, which will be a “sub-set” of the Hudson Coalition. The KMA has already identified “underage drinking and prescription drug misuse” as its two priority targets.

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Calculators (top) and bicycles (bottom) are among the many items being auctioned by Lyndhurst.

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and 1990 Ford Ranger, all in “questionable” condition. Also up for grabs are two Mongoose bicycles, a cordless reciprocating Black & Decker saw with battery and charger, a leaf blower, woman’s jewelry and makeup kit, Panasonic ventilation fan, computer equipment, electric typewriters and ribbons, calculators, a cholesterol meter, a dentist chair and two boxes of miscellaneous baseball and football trading cards. For more information, call the Township Clerk’s Office at 201-933-4576.

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All military units, local first responders, police, civic organizations, classic cars clubs, motorcycle clubs and bands are invited to participate in the township’s annual Veteran’s Day parade, set for Sunday, Nov. 8. Line-up will be at 12:15 p.m., dignitaries kick-off at 12:30 p.m. and the parade begins at 1 p.m. For more information, contact Bill at 973-759-4692. Belleville Public Library, 221 Washington Ave., hosts a Thanksgiving craft program for all ages on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 2 p.m. and a Halloween party on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 11 a.m. Mayor Raymond Kimble and the Township Council invite the community to the annual municipal Halloween celebration on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Belleville High School stadium, from 6 to 9 p.m. This event features a pumpkin patch, costume contest, petting zoo, horse and carriage rides and more. The Woman’s Club of Belleville meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the clubhouse, 51 Rossmore Place. Prospective members are welcome. For more information, contact Terry Landon, 973-751-6529. AARP Chapter 2051 and the Belleville Public Library announce a library membership luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at noon, at the Senior Citizen Center, 125 Franklin Ave. All are welcome. For more information, call Marie at 973-759-3912. A senior health program, sponsored by Clara Maass Medical Center, along with the Mayor and Township Council, is offered Monday, Nov. 16, at noon, at the Senior Building, 125 Franklin Ave. Visitors will get a free blood pressure screening and a panel of experts from the medical center will discuss nutrition, sleep, weight loss and more. A light lunch will be served. This event is open to the public. To register, call 1-888-724-7123. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Harrison Health Department will offer free flu shots to all township residents age 18 and older at the Senior Center, 221-223 Harrison Ave. on Monday, Nov. 2, from 6 to 7 p.m. Bring ID and wear a short sleeve shirt. No appointments are necessary. Call 973-2682464 or 973-268-2441 for more information. Centro Romeu Cascaes Portuguese American Community Center, 308 William St., will conduct its third annual Zumbaween Party on Saturday, Oct. 31. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and master class with four instructors will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes. Admission is $20. Questions? Contact Mary Rose at mrcnj@yahoo.com or 973517-3552.

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Kearny TNR (Trap-NeuterReturn) is in need of cat food donations. Food drop boxes are located at Bone Appetit Barkery and Spa, 463 Elm St., Kearny; and FoodTown, 1 Schuyler Ave., North Arlington. First Presbyterian Church of Arlington, 663 Kearny Ave., hosts a holiday fair on Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event includes home baked treats, Christmas crafts, Tricky Tray, raffles and more. Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and dinner is at 5 p.m. For more information, call 201-9913513. Kearny UNICO sponsors an Oldies Night-Trick Tray on Saturday, Nov.14, at the Henrietta Benstead Senior Center, 60 Columbia Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. The event features a dinner buffet, live music, a 50/50 raffle and the tricky tray. Tickets are $25. For tickets, contact Judy Hyde at 201-991-5812. Kearny High School Class of 2016 hosts its first-ever

Valley Brook Ave., announces the following programs for children. Registration is required for all. To register or for more information, call the library at 201-804-2478, ext. 3. • A Halloween parade for grades pre-k to 3 will be held on Friday, Oct. 30, at 3:30 p.m. • Children of all ages are invited to a presentation on tree swallows on Nov. 6, from 2 to 3 p.m., followed by a birdhouse building activity. The New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority announces the First Sunday of the Month Nature Walk on Nov. 1 at Mill Creek Marsh, Secaucus, from 10 a.m. to noon. This free walk is led by the Bergen County Audubon Society. The group meets at the entrance to Mill Creek Marsh Trail. Park in the Mill Creek Mall next to Bob’s Discount Furniture. For more information, email greatauk4@gmail.com or call 201-230-4983. St. Michael the Archangel Church, 624 Page Ave., hosts an "All Saints' Day Party" on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 10 p.m. The $40 admission includes entertainment, buffet dinner, dessert, coffee, tea, and soda. Come dressed as your favorite saint, or dress casual. There are also 50/50 raffle tickets available at $10 each. Call the rectory at 201-939-1161 for more information. Let’s Put Lyndhurst on the Map with Google, a workshop for business owners, is set for Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Bergen Community College at the Meadowlands, 1280 Wall St. West. Google experts will explain how to get your business listed on Google and Google Maps and will give guidance to help your business succeed. Business Lyndhurst representatives will receive The Lyndhurst Department $100 towards AdWords and of Parks and Recreation holds can register for a workshop its annual Halloween parade with Starfish Global to learn on Saturday, Oct. 31, with a how to create a website using rain date of Sunday, Nov. 1. Google’s site builder. Both Children of all ages are welthe site and domain are free come to participate. “Trick or for a year. Space is limited. Treaters” will assemble in the Register online at http:// Town Hall Park on Delafield conta.cc/1gHZWB7. For more Ave. at 1 p.m. For more inforinformation, call Shirley at mation, call the Recreation 201-612-5360. Non-Lyndhurst Department at 201-804-2482. businesses are also welcome. Lyndhurst Public Library, 355 The Woman’s Club of Lynd-

Students Made Film Festival on Oct. 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for the public; students and senior citizens, $5. All proceeds go to the Class of 2016. A creative writing group meets on the second and four Mondays of every month at Bingo 2, 534 Kearny Ave., at 6:30 p.m. All writing genres are welcome. For more information, contact Karen at karenbookmankaplan@gmail. com or stop by the restaurant, which is located by Lincoln School. The Rosary Society of Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 136 Davis Ave., meets on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. in the church basement. Membership dues of $5 are to be paid at this time. Kearny Public Library, 318 Kearny Ave., presents an afterschool tea party with "Beauty and the Beast", sponsored by the West Hudson Arts & Theater Company on Monday, Nov. 2, at 4 p.m. Mrs. Potts and the Beast will be on hand for an afternoon of fun. They can also be seen in the new West Hudson Arts & Theater production on Nov. 6, 7 and 14 at the WHAT theater on Oakwood Ave. This program is free and everyone is welcome. For more information on the library’s programs, call 201-9982666 or visit www.kearnylibrary.org. For more information on upcoming WHAT performances, including the details of "Beauty & the Beast", check out whatco.org. First Baptist Church of Arlington, 650 Kearny Ave., holds a free clothing giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to noon.

hurst sponsors a beefsteak, Karaoke and mini-Tricky Tray on Thursday, Nov. 12, at San Carlo’s Restaurant, 620 Stuyvesant Ave., at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45. To reserve a seat or table, call Janet at 201935-1208. Lyndhurst Health Department, 601 Riverside Ave., hosts a breakfast seminar on diabetic holiday eating presented by Julie Harrington, registered dietician at Inserra ShopRite of Lyndhurst, on Friday, Nov. 13, at 10 a.m. Call 201-804-2500 to register.

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Let’s hope Mets can win Series for Bo By Kevin Canessa Jr. PORT ST. LUCIE, FLA. – When Spring Training began here in February —I can’t remember whether I was joking or being serious — I said to my dear friend Joel McGuirk: “Joel, this team is going to win the National League East.” He laughed hysterically and told me I was nuts — “This is the Washington Nationals’ division to win, and they absolutely will. Maybe the Mets will grab a Wild Card, but no way they’re winning this division.” Up to about July 28, it looked like Joel was going to be right. But then something magical happened. First, it was a trade for Juan Uribe and Kelly Johnson. Then it was the non-trade for Carlos Gomez that left Wilmer Flores in tears. Tyler Clippard came to the Mets, too. But then it was perhaps the biggest deadline deal in Mets history, one that brought Yoenis Cespedes from the Tigers to the Mets that changed everything. At the time, they were 52-50, and it looked like perhaps it would just be another year of futility. But after one of the most incredible runs in the team’s history, there was little doubt by Sept. 1 that this team was going to win the NL East. But the end of the regular season was a bit perplexing. The Mets went into that lateseason slump. And in

reality, they limped into the post season. We were reminded that the 2000 Yankees also limped into the playoffs, too, and we all remember what happened with that team. So maybe the 2015 Mets would or could follow suit? To this point, they absolutely have. Beating the Dodgers in 5, with the conclusive Game 5 in Los Angeles, was amazing enough. But in February, if anyone told you the New York Mets would then go on to the National League Championship Series and sweep the Cubs in 4, you probably would have laughed at that hysterically as Joel did when I suggested they’d win the division. In the process, what Daniel Murphy has done by hitting home runs in six-consecutive games has been nothing short of historic — and legendary. No other player has ever done that in the post season. No one. And the Mets’ young arms, from Jacob deGrom, to Noah Syndegaard, to Steven Matz to Matt Harvey have been nothing short of spectacular. What Jeurys Familia has done as the closer — having given up a couple of hits and no runs in 9-plus innings is on par with what Mariano Rivera did so very often for the team in the Bronx. see BO FIELD page

Najarro’s 2-goal spurt the difference for Kards, firstever repeat champs

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scored in the first half. So the veteran coach said he was certain one of his go-to guys, sophomore John Najarro, HARRISON – would come through in the n the seven-year history of second half. the Hudson County SocAnd that’s exactly what hapcer Tournament, there has pened. never been a repeat champion. Najarro scored two goals in That is, until now. under 3 minutes to kick off the And that’s because the Kardi- second half. nals beat Union City, 3-2, for Najarro’s first goal came on the county crown Saturday a failed clearing attempt in afternoon at Harrison High the game’s 43rd minute when School to become the first Union City’s goalie Bruno team ever to repeat as county Canteros was unable to handle champs and in doing so, also the ball properly. When that beat Union City for the third happened, the net was wide time this season. open for Najarro, who was able Tied at 1 going into halftime, to fire the ball into a corner to Kards Head Coach Bill Galka give the Kards a 2-1 lead. says he knew he was going to Then, just two minutes later, need more out of his team than from 30-plus yards away, Nathe one goal Kenny Santos jarro scored his second goal of

the game, one that barely found its way under the crossbar, to give the Kards a lead they would not relinquish. At that point, Galka says he was confident his team’s two-goal lead would eventually increase. “But that’s not how it happened,” Galka said. “We were pretty comfortable up 3-1. I was thinking we’d soon be up 4-1, but they rebounded nicely to make the score 3-2. Fortunately, that was it.” Indeed. Galka says he is extremely proud of how well his team handled having just a one-goal lead late in the second half. After all, he was down two starters — one to injury [Calvin Carbajal] and one to a red card see SOCCER next page

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SOCCER from that resulted from a doubleyellow card issued after Union City cut the Kards’ lead to 3-2. “When they scored their second goal, we thought they may have fouled our goalie Oscar [Alvarado],” Galka said of the goalie who made one save in the win. “At the time, there was so much mayhem

going on, we weren’t sure what was going on. The game will be on TV later this week — Verizon FiOS was there to cover it — so I’ll get a sense of what really happened after that goal. “But with a 3-2 lead, we handled ourselves really well and we hung on to win it. I’m really proud of our guys — how Photo by Robert Rodriguez

Union City’s goalie and players scramble after Kearny scored one of its three goals Saturday afternoon in the Hudson County Soccer Tournament finals.

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we came together without two starters.” Galka says he was even more excited to hold on for the regulation win because if Union City had tied the game by the end of regulation, there was no overtime — the game instead would have gone directly to penalty kicks. “Not the best way to decide a [championship] game for sure,” Galka said. Meanwhile, he also says the crowd played an important part in the county championship, his and the team’s fourth overall. “There was such an inten-

sity to the game,” he said. “It had a state-final feel to it all. They brought a lot of supporters to the game and we had a great number of supporters there, too. They were loud and their chanting was great. It was very emotional.” Overall, as the Kards now prepare for a state-tournament run, Galka says he couldn’t have asked for much more from his short-handed squad. “It was just a really good, solid performance,” he said. “We played a grounded second half. And these guys — they really deserve this.”

Emancipation to D.C. March: exhibit hosted by HCCC Hudson County residents have the opportunity to examine the impact of two  pivotal events in United States history at a free exhibition, “Changing America:  The Emancipation Proclamation, 1863, and the March on Washington, 1963,” at  Hudson County Community College.    The exhibit is open now through Friday, Nov. 27, at the HCCC Benjamin J.  Dineen III and Dennis C. Hull Gallery, 71 Sip Ave., Jersey City.  HCCC President Glen Gabert noted that the college is one of just 50 venues in  the U.S. that will host the traveling exhibit, which is presented in partnership  with the Hudson County Genealogical and Historical Society, the Smithsonian’s  National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the National  Museum of American History in collaboration with the American Library  Association Public Programs Office. It is made possible by the

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BO FIELD from And now here we are, this little team from Queens on the verge of doing what only two others in franchise history have done. The World Series will not be easy. Then again, the same was said of the NLCS. But is there any reason to believe the Mets won’t win the Fall Classic for the first time since 1986? No one should expect Murphy to continue to do what he’s done. But just at the right time, Lucas Duda

Robert, who ran Field Paints on Midland Ave. I’ll never forget a day in the late ‘90s when I realized I had known “Mets Lady” for a long time. Bo was a server at the Lyndhurst Diner for 25-plus years. An old friend of mine and I used to go to the diner a lot. We always asked for Bo to be our server when she was on duty. That night, when she was off duty, she came into the diner in her Mets hat with all of the jewels and pins that came along with it. And

care of it.” If she were here today, she’d probably tell you: “Hun, of course the Mets are going to win the World Series. They’re too hot right now for any other team to win it all. No way those kids from Kansas City win this.” And somehow, I think she’d be right. For all those years of futility — 2007, 2008, 2009, heck, almost every year other than 1986 and 1969 — it’s time for New York’s “other” team to get that parade down the

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something more than just a special team. And maybe that might just be World Champions. So, Let’s Go Mets! And let’s do it for Bo. Editor’s Note: Observer Sports Writer Jim Hague was hospitalized last week and was unable to cover the past week’s sports events. This was the first week he’s missed in the 13-plus years he’s been on the Observer staff. We wish him a very speedy recovery.

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t’s getting to the point, now, where the Hudson County Girls’ Soccer Tournament might just need to be renamed the Lady Kards Annual County Soccer Championship. That’s because for the seventh time in as many years as the tournament has existed, the now 16-3 Kardinals won it all Saturday afternoon at Harrison High School, this time by a 1-0 score over Bayonne High School. Senior Amber Crispin scored the lone goal off a corner kick before the match was even a minute old. For the senior, remarkably, it was her 30th goal of the season. Crispin took the ball on what coach Vin Almeida called “an incredible pass from

Sydney Pace.” “It was a perfect ball,” Almeida said. “She sent it over to Amber and then Amber had a few touches and then she scored.” Having a 1-0 lead less than a minute into the match is something Almeida says helped tremendously the rest of the way. “To score that early, it really eases things,” the eight-year coach said. “We were expecting a lot of chances after that, and though we didn’t score again, we had chances. Having such an early lead and having that kind of lead throughout could have been difficult, but instead, it really opened things up for us.” Playing from in front for so long, Almeida says it really helped to limit Bayonne High School’s chances for the most part.

“But they really did play so hard,” Almeida said. “They’re a great team and they had a few chances, but we were really able to limit them — and that worked in our favor.” On the other end of the pitch, goalie Megan McClelland had three saves for the Kards. While Almeida says the unprecedented seventh-consecutive Hudson County Championship was indeed a great team effort, he did note how special it’s been all season long to have such a prolific goal scorer as he has in Crispin. “She really brought everything together this season,” the coach said. “In all aspects of the sport — mental focus, her play on the field. She was just outstanding.” For Almeida personcontinued next page

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ally, the championship is his own seventh-in-a-row also. He says it was absolutely gratifying to win the tournament again, something he’s done since its inception in 2009. “It really feels great,” Almeida said. “I consider myself very lucky to have had such nice groups of players. We work very hard as a [coaching] staff to prepare the girls as best as we can. But as you know, it’s all up to the girls to go out and execute. So far, that’s exactly what they’ve done.” But this is hardly the end of the line for the Kardinals. They’ve got one more regular-season match against one-loss Somerville this week. And on Monday, they’ll kick off their quest for a state championship. “We’ll know for sure by Wednesday [Oct. 28] who we play in the first round of the state tournament,” Almeida said. “So we do have more work ahead of us. I am very proud to be the coach of this team.” With seven Hudson County championships in as many years under his belt, how could Almeida be anything but proud of such a remarkable accomplishment?

Wojtecki helms area Kiwanis Club Joe Wojtecki, Clara Maass Medical Center’s assistant director of customer  experience, was recently reappointed president of the Belleville-Nutley Kiwanis  Club – a local chapter of the international organization that focuses on changing  the world by serving children, one child and one community at a time.  The Belleville-Nutley club, adhering to the  mission of serving children, does a lot of volunteer work for 1st Cerebral Palsy  of New Jersey, the Belleville Police Department’s K-9 unit and Clara Maass  Medical Center. “Even though I live in Hawthorne, as opposed to Belleville, I can still see the  difference we make,” said Wojtecki. “I work at Clara Maass, and 1st Cerebral  Palsy of New Jersey is right across the street, so I am lucky enough to see the  people that we help every day. It’s a wonderful feeling to know that we have  brightened their days.”     As president, Wojtecki sets the direction and key areas

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ful. Loubacca belongs to Michelle and Tim Kelly of Kearny, but they did not enter him in the contest. That’s because Michelle was from fest sponsor K-9 Corner and the Clydesdale was thus not eligible to compete. In addition to enjoying the sight of all the doggie disguises, humans at the festival could visit a number of tables and get pet treats, learn about programs such as Kearny TNR (Trap-NeuterReturn; it’s for cats), have their photos taken with their pets or at a pit bull kissing booth. There were also petadoption opportunities from the Bergen County Animal Shelter. We did not kiss the pit bull, but we did kiss the skunk. On its nose. When we arrived at the park, someone showed us a cell phone photo of the creature with Mayor Alberto Santos. And we set off to find it. We asked several people, and met with the same response: “Do you know where the skunk is?” “Oh, you mean the dog dressed as a skunk.”

“No, a real skunk.” “There’s no real skunk.” “Yes, there is!” And the search would start again. Finally, we found it, cradled in the arms of its owner -- whose name we regretfully neglected to get. We think the skunk’s name was Poet. (The owner is invited to contact us at The Observer, so we can rectify our goof.) In any case, we learned that skunks (descented) can make lovely pets. And can be litter-box trained. We are seriously thinking of adding to our menagerie. If you are wondering why we were so delighted to see a skunk, it’s because we had already groused a bit to Peneda about the fact that dogs always get all the attention. Why were no cats, hamsters, rabbits, etc., invited to the PAWrade? He was extremely polite, but justifiably noncommital regarding future festivals. Okay. Maybe mixing up lots of kinds of critters would be a bad idea. But we hope the skunk comes back.

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han, the first resident pastor of St. Pius Church, acquired 24 lots along Harrison Ave. from Isaac Halsey of Newark for $15,000 and, two years later, the cornerstone for a new church building was laid. But a Depression and the priest’s death delayed the project, although a convent was built to house the sisters then in residence. And in 1886, during the tenure of the Rev. Maurice P. O’Connor, a new

Or how the Rev. John O’Brien, also a 40-year priest in residence, somehow managed to complete the Mass in 15 minutes when it was recited in Latin, as opposed to twice as long in English. All the collective reminiscences will come flooding back when an estimated 200 current and past parishionLeft photo by Ron Leir, right photo courtesy Thomas Conlon ers, dignitaries and friends are LEFT: Rev. Joseph Girone, pastor of Holy Cross Church, displays charter for church. RIGHT: The Rev. James Glancy (l.), a expected to turn out for the church’s Sesquicentennial an- former Holy Cross priest, visits with Pope John Paul II. see HOLy cROSS page niversary on Sunday, Nov. 1. The festivities begin with a noon Mass in the church, Harrison Ave. and Frank E. Rodgers Blvd., to be concelebrated by Newark Coadjutor Archbishop Bernard Hebda, in conjunction with Msgr. John Gilchrist, Msgr. Hugh O’Donnell, the Rev. Msgr. Francis R. Seymour and Msgr. Joseph Plunkett of Our Lady of Czestochowa. A gala banquet follows, beginning at 2 p.m., at The Fiesta in Wood-Ridge. Tickets are $55 for adults and $25 for children age 12 and under. Admission includes a dinner, cash bar, dancing to a DJ and copies of a No Minimums • No Monthly Fees souvenir ad journal containing a history of the parish. The town’s senior bus will take those guests without Open a Simply Free Checking Account with Direct Deposit, Debit Card means of transportation to and E-Statements and choose your favorite Thank You Gift! and from the banquet hall, according to anniversary committee chairwoman Emmaria Galiano. Members of the anniversary committee took pains to assemble an extensive chronicle which relates how shortly after the Civil War, the first parish church – known as St. Pius – was built on land at Jersey and Third Sts. (now occupied by Our Lady of Czestochowa Church) purchased by the Rev. Bernard McQuaid, pastor of Picnic Backpack • Bluetooth Speaker • Stadium Blanket • Fitbit® FlexTM • Rechargable Lantern St. Patrick’s Cathedral Parish, Newark, in response to a plea by Catholic residents of • FREE First Order of Checks • FREE VISA® Debit Card • No minimum balance West Hudson, many of Irish (basic style applies) requirement • FREE Online Banking descent, who were seeking a • Only $50 to open parish of their own to avoid • No monthly maintenance fees • FREE Bill Pay the hardship of crossing the Passaic to attend services in Newark. That was done with the stipulation that the new parish Make a personalized appointment today! was to be served by the priests Visit CSBKNJ.COM and select a date/time of St. Patrick and that a school that works best for you or call us at was to be staffed by the Sisters 973-473-2200 of Charity of St. Elizabeth, also based at St. Patrick’s. As the parish grew, in conjunction with the town, so did *Eligibility requirements for a free gift include full direct deposit of payroll or Social Security into a Simply Free Checking Account of at least $500 per month, debit card and enrollment in e-statements. One gift per account; gift will be delivered to your home once all qualifications are met. If direct deposit is cancelled within the first year, your account will be charged for the gift. The amount of the gift will be reported to IRS; the need for a larger space and consult with your tax advisor. Offer valid while supplies last; offer subject to change without notice. Member FDIC. © Clifton Savings Bank 2015. Fitbit is a registered trademark of Fitbit, Inc. All rights reserved. in 1871, the Rev. James J. McGa-

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foundation was put in place for a new Gothic-style church that became Holy Cross, dedicated in 1890 but not fully completed until 1900. Among those parishioners helping raise the funds were Irish, German and Italian immigrants. Under the Rev. George L. Fitzpatrick, a new school was built at Jersey Ave. and Fourth St. (now Frank E. Rodgers Blvd.) to accommodate the then-1,200 students in 26 classrooms, with a four-lane bowling alley in the basement. The first alums graduated in 1916. Fitzpatrick also

opened a day nursery to care for children of mothers who had to work. Unfortunately, due to declining enrollments of regional parochial schools, the Archdiocese closed Holy Cross School in 2009. The school building was leased to a Newark charter school for a few years. In 1948, Monsignor William A. Costelloe successfully pressed for the construction of a new convent. During the 1960s, Monsignor Harold V. Fitzpatrick is credited with forming the Senior Citizens of Harrison and East Newark, although current parishioners recall the Rev. James J. Glancy as also

instrumental in the group’s growth. In the ‘80s, Monsignor Hugh A. O’Donnell created a church restoration fund, raising some $400,000 to improve Holy Cross. In the ‘90s, Monsignor John J. Gilchrist established the St. Jude Novena as an annual tradition, revived the St. Patrick’s Day Mass for Peace in Ireland and added Masses for the Hispanic and Chinese parishioners. Portuguese language Masses were also added later. “A pius and scholarly man, Father Gilchrist worked endlessly to keep the church and school in repair [and] was assisted in this endeavor by the construction unions he served

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as chaplain,” said parishioner Thomas Conlon. It was during Gilchrist’s tenure that the last of the Sisters of Charity left Holy Cross but under a special arrangement with the Archdiocese, the Carmelite Fathers were permitted to take up residence at the convent. With the appointment of the Rev. Joseph D. Girone as pastor in February 2010, the Archdiocese designated the parishes of Holy Cross and St. Anthony’s in East Newark as “linked” with shared clerical personnel and services. Everyone has distinctive memories of his or her connection to the parish. Betty Thiem remembers, as a young girl, playing in her backyard on a spring day and hearing the bells at Holy Cross ringing. Her mother, she said, correctly surmised that the then-pastor, the Rev. George Fitzpatrick, had died that day, April 26, 1941. As a student at Holy Cross School, Conlon recalls thenpastor, the Rev. William Costelloe, being harsh on Scouts because they were not a Catholic organization. He can attest to that because, it was as a then-East Newark resident, he was chosen to be the borough’s “Mayor of the Day” as part of a school/municipality Students in Government program, circa 1960. “When Costelloe found out, he expelled me and two other boys who were scouts from Holy Cross School,” Conlon said. “Our fathers spent the better part of that week at Chancery in Newark pleading our case and, ultimately, we were re-admitted.” Several parishioners said it was Costelloe, in earlier years, who spearheaded a

fight to keep the Warner movie theater out of Harrison as a potentially bad influence on the spiritual life of young parishioners. Marianne Kernan can still hear Costelloe warning underperforming parish school students enroute to certain Catholic high schools that, “The Jesuits will straighten you out.” Still, she said, he wanted to do well by his young charges. “He bought the land for two playgrounds,” she said. And he was proud of his ‘Columbus Cadets.’ ” Marilyn Sprengel recalled that the school offered a commercial business class, from which her mom graduated in 1933 and used that skill to land a secretarial job with RCA in Harrison. Eighty-nine-year-old Regina Doffont, whose grandchildren represent the fifth generation of Holy Cross parishioners, said her mom attended St. Pius School. Doffont, who graduated from Holy Cross School in 1940, remembers that, “the church was always packed and there was a lot of singing. We always had four priests in the rectory and we were very fortunate to have them. Most of the nuns were very dedicated people and what we kids didn’t know at the time is that they were furthering their education by taking classes and getting advanced degrees.” During WWII, Harrison hummed with many industries and residents from various ethnic backgrounds regularly attended worship services, she said. “I grew up on Cleveland Ave., across the street from a synagogue. Harrison was really small-town America then and I enjoyed growing up here.”

Pastors who served Holy Cross Parish*

Msgr. James McGahan, 1871-1874 Rev. Thaddeus Hogan, 1874-1878 Rev. Pierce McCarthy, 1878-1883 Msgr. Maurice O’Connor (started at St. Pius and transitioned to Holy Cross), 1883-1913 Msgr. George Fitzpatrick, 1914-1941 Msgr. William Costelloe, 1942-1963 Msgr. Harold Fitzpatrick, 1963-1972 Rev. Edwin Paulmann, 1972-1981 Msgr. Hugh O’Donnell, 1981-1993 Msgr. John Gilchrist, 1993-2007 Rev. Tom Thottungal, 2007-2009 Rev. Joseph Girone, 2010 to present * Editor’s Note: List begins with start of parish as St. Pius

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Miguel A. Alfaro Sr. Miguel A. Alfaro Sr. of Okeechobee, Fla., died on Oct. 22. Arrangements are by the Armitage and Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A funeral Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Born in Aquadilla, Puerto Rico, Mr. Alfaro lived in Newark before moving to Florida five years ago. He was a dispatcher with the MTA, New York, for 26 years, retiring in 2007. He also served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was the beloved husband of Carmen Cruz Alfaro and father of Maria, Miguel Jr. (Katherine) and Daniel Alfaro. He was the loving brother of seven brothers and sisters and grandfather of Miguel, Edward and Josue Ramos, Jason Melendez, Victor and Derek Alfaro.

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away on Oct. 15. He was 99. Born in Harrison, he lived many years in Kearny before moving to Point Pleasant Borough. A memorial Mass was held at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church in Harrison. Entombment of ashes followed in Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington. Arrangements were by the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home in Kearny. Mr. Jablonski served in the Army during World War II and was an automotive mechanic for PSE&G. Husband of the late Eleanor (nee Preczewski), he is survived by his children Janice Riepe, Frank Jablonski, Ray Jablonski and John Jablonski, along with seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to The Wounded Warrior Project.

Martin C. Kimball Martin C. Kimball, 86, of Kearny, died on Oct. 19. Arrangements were by the Armitage and Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Marie A. Altobelli Kearny. A Mass of ChrisMarie A. Altobelli passed tian burial was offered at St. away on Oct. 19. She was 57. Cecilia›s Church, Kearny. EnBorn in Kearny, she lived tombment was in Holy Cross in Bloomfield for the past 10 Cemetery, North Arlington. years. Born in Mystic, Conn., Arrangements were by the Mr. Kimball lived in Newark Armitage Wiggins Funeral before moving to Kearny 32 Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, years ago. Kearny. A funeral service was Mr. Kimball was a shipping held at the funeral home, folforeman for Drakes Bakeries, lowed by burial in Arlington Wayne, for 49 years, retiring Cemetery, Kearny. For more in 1993. He was a member of information, visit www.armit- the American Legion Post 99, agewiggins.com. Kearny. He served during the Marie was a special educaKorean Conflict in the United tion teacher. She was an avid States Army. He was also an animal lover and adored her avid jazz fan. German Short Hair Pointers He is the beloved husband Shannah Rose and Savanna. of 63 years of Rosemarie She was a woman of deep faith Keane Kimball, father of and belonged to Faith Fellow- Alan, Marty and the late Paul ship in Sayreville. Kimball, father-in-law of the Daughter of Tito and the late Laura Kimball, brother of late Dolores (Rowlands) AlBetty Kennedy and grandfatobelli, she is also survived by ther of two grandsons. He is her former husband Michael also survived by several nieces Hennessy, the Rowlands, Mac- and nephews. Millan, Martorelli, DeMassi, Coviello, Pardi and Maisto Catherine T. McConnon families and her dear friends Catherine T. McConnon Debbie Bjorkner, Cindy En(nee Flatley ), 95, died quist and Gary Freiwald. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Hackensack University MediFrancis S. Jablonski cal Center in Hackensack. Francis S. Jablonski passed Born in Harrison, she lived

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on Sept. 7. He was 73. Born in Jersey City, he lived most of his life in Kearny before moving to Brick in 1988. To leave online condolence, please visit www.armitagewiggins.com. Harry was active in local and state politics in both New Jersey and Puerto Rico. He had many business ventures during his lifetime. One he was most proud of was developing an amusement park in Luquillo Beach, P.R. Harry had been a member of the Meadowlands Board of Commissioners. Husband of Alejandrina (nee Valencia), he is also survived by his children Mabel Hans, Ryan, Luke and Thomas Parsons, his sisters Ellen Schiavo and Harriet Wagner and his brother Robert Parsons and his grandson Joshua.

Drive, Kearny. A funeral Mass of Christian burial was offered at St. Cecilia’s Church, Kearny. Entombment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Born in Frontone, Italy, Mrs. Tagnani settled in Kearny in 1955, living there until her passing. She was a self-employed seamstress for many years. She was the beloved wife of 56 years of the late Enzo Tagnani, dear mother of Roseann Cook (Gerard) and Randee Soriano (Bob) and grandmother of Jessica and Michael Soriano. She was predeceased by her two sisters and brother, all of Italy. She is also survived by her many close Kearny friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Cecilia’s Church Fund would be appreciated.

Maria G. Oliveira Aide Tagnani Maria G. Oliveira (nee GarAide Tagnani, 85, of Kearny, Anne Loretta Toussaint ganta) passed away at home in died on Oct. 20 at home. Anne Loretta Toussaint Kearny on Oct.18. She was 48. Arrangements were by (Lynch), 90, of Matawan, Arrangements were by the the Armitage and Wiggins see OBITS page Armitage Wiggins Funeral Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A funeral Mass was held at Our Lady of Fatima in Newark. Entombment followed in Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington. Mario Teixeira, IV, Manager, NJ Lic. #3757 Maria was the wife of Mario Teixeira, Jr. Director, NJ Lic. #2542 • Monique Teixeira, Director, NJ Lic. #4048 Fernando Oliveira and the Newly renovated family owned and operated funeral home with multiple locations. daughter of Maria and the Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish. Handicapped Accessible. late Manuel Garganta. She is 138 DAVIS AVE. • KEARNY, NJ 07032 also survived by her daughter Tiffany and siblings Dulcina, (201) 991-2265 www.buyusfuneralhome.com Joaquin, Salvador and Lucia. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to Susan G. Komen to help find a cure for breast cancer.

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Harry Parsons Harry Parsons died peacefully and suddenly in his home A Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary (Never Known to Fail) O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here. You my Mother, O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succor me in my necessity: (make request) There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 Times) Say this prayer 3 consecutive days then you must publish and it will be granted to you. K.R.

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

HARRISON 2 BR, Apt. on 2nd Fl. Close to PATH, LR, DR, Large EIK. Complete with Stove & Refrigerator. C/A & Heat, Avail. November 1st. Utilities Separate. No Laundry Hook-Up, No Pets, No Smoking. 1-1/2Months Security. Rent $1,375/ month. Call (973) 420-5741. Leave message.

KEARNY

KEARNY Newly renovated 1st. Fl. 2 BR, DR, LR, Kitchen. Garage. Use of backyard. HT/HW included. Basement. Washer/ Dryer hook-up. Storage. No pets. $1,650/month. 1-1/2 months security. Avl. Now. (862)233-0104.

BELLEVILLE Newly Renovated 2nd fl. 2 Large BR’s, 2 floors. No smoking. No pets. HT/ HW included. H/W floors. Avl. Nov. 1st. Call (973) 517-2200 Btw 11am-6pm.

BLOOMFIELD BLOOMFIELD 1st fl. 2 BR, LR, DR, $1,250/ month + utilities. 1 month security. Avl. Dec. 1st. (201) 563-8726

HARRISON

HARRISON Studio Apt. Private Entrance. Kitchen & Bath. $800/ month. Utilities included. No Smoking. No pets. 1.5 months security. Avl. Nov. 1st. (973) 704-5532 Btw 4pm-7pm.

HARRISON 3 BR, large LR, 1 bath, New kitchen, A/C, Close to PATH. 1.5 months deposit. Avl. Nov. 1st. (732) 693-1249.

HARRISON 3rd. fl. 1 BR, Newly Renovated, Kitchen & Bath, $1,100/ month + utilites. 1 1/2 months security. Call Donna 973-902-5717. HARRISON 2nd fl. 2 Avl. 11/15/15 family, 2 BR, DR, LR, Small (973) 902-5717 office. $1,350/month + utilities. 1.5 months se- HARRISON Rooms, 1 curity. Avl. Nov. 1st. BR, $1,200/month. 1.5 (201) 744-7412. months security. refridg.

And Wall A/C Included. No pets. Avl. Dec. 1st. HARRISON 1 BR LR, (732) 492-1792 kitchen, 1 bathroom. No smoking. No pets HARRISON Modern Utilities included $1150/ Studio apt. 2nd Fl. Private month 1-½ month Entrance. Refrigerator. security (973) 268-9572 No pets. $775/month. utilities not included. Security & lease. 862-223-9974.

POLICIES

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KEARNY 4 rent By Owner 2 BR Apt. & 3BR single family home. All units have W/D Hook up & Basement Storage. $1050-$1,600/month + Utilities. 1 1/2 months security. Close to NY Transportation. NO PETS. Call (201) 998-8226. Between the hrs. 7am4pm. Monday-Friday for Appt.

KEARNY Newly Renovated 2nd fl. 2 BR, 1 bath. $1,250/month. 1 month security. Avl. Immediately. Call (201) 622-8315

KEARNY 2 BR, LR, $1,100/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. For More information call (973) 393-4703

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 Duplex 2nd & 3rd fl. Ideal for large family. 5 BR’s, 2 Baths, LR, Laundry room. Close to schools & Transportation. Call (551) 482-0999.

KEARNY Newly Renovated 1st fl. 2 BR, LR, DR, kitchen. Separate utilities, no pets. $1,400/ month. 1 month security. With parking. (201) 991- 6860. KEARNY 4 rooms, 2 Bedrooms, Heat, Hot water, parking included, close to transportation, no smoking. No pets. 1 ½ months security. (201) 997-3757. KEARNY Ground Fl. 1 BR, HT included. Separate rear entrance, street parking avl. Reasonably Priced. Avl. Nov. (201) 913-3555.

KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood floors. Laundry onsite. HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $1,000. 1 BR start at $825. Jr. 1 BR start at $900. (201) 289-7096

KEARNY Newly Remodeled. 1st fl. 6 room apt., garage, driveway & Yard. W/D hook-up. No smoking. (201) 968-6344.

KEARNY 2nd fl. 4 room apt. Dukes St. Front Hudson park. Renovated Hardwood floors. No pets. $960/month + utilities. (973) 391-3868. KEARNY Arlington Section, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom apt. $1,050/ month. HT/HW included. Owner occupied. No smoking. No pets. 1-1/2 months security. Available Nov. 1st. After 10am (201) 998-0297 (201) 424-1846.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR SALE

LYNDHURST

Kearny Near Harrison. Brick Building, 5 apts. & 1 store. (201) 998-2153 (201) 951- 2868.

LYNDHURST 2 BR, 2 Bath, Laundry hook-up. $1,800/month + utilites. 1 month security. Avl. Dec. 1st. Call Andrea (201) 889-5312. LYNDHURST Studio w/ separate EIK, All wood kitchen cabinets, stove, refridg. & ceramic tile floor. H/W floors in Living/Bedroom area. Laundry in building. No pets. No smoking. 1 block to NYC train & Bus. Avl. Nov. 1st. $800/month + security. Application Fee $25, credit check and ability to pay required call (551) 226-0566.

N. NEWARK N.NEWARK Government Section Eight preffered. 1 BR, Completely renovated. 1st fl. New tile, bath & kitchen new H/W floors. Private entrance. Call 973-202-8580.

KEARNY 355 Kearny N. ARLINGTON Ave. 1 BR, LR, kitchen, hardwood floors, heat N.ARLINGTON 3 Modinc. $900/mth. ern rooms, 1 BR, H/W, (201) 283-2729 or tiled Kitchen, close to NY (973) 465-0166 Transportation. Laundry facilities. No Pets. $1,115/month. KEARNY 1 BR. + Den, Call (908) 240-9302. Apt. Bldg. Arlington Sect. Newly Renovated. Laundry on Premises. HT/HW included. Near Transportation. No pets. $985/mo.+ sec. (201) 998-4972

NUTLEY

NUTLEY 3 room apt. $900/month. freshly painted. Newly Renovated. Close to NY transportation. Move in condition. No pets. No smoking. KEARNY Laurel Ave. 5 973-517-7517. rooms, 2 BR, EIK, yard . 1 1/2 month security + utilities. $1,300/month. 4 rooms, No pets. (201) 804-8077. NUTLEY 3rd floor, 2 bedrooms, $1,200/month. Freshly painted. Newer carpets and flooring. Close to NY KEARNY Medium size transportation. Move in apt. 1 large & 1 small BR. condition. No pets. No $1,175/month + Utilities. smoking. (973)517-7517 Avl. Nov. 1st. 201-674-1473 or OFFICE SPACE 732- 602-4043.

FOR RENT

Bloomfield office 2nd fl. 400sq. ft. private bath. Plus utilities. & Retail/Office space. 1st fl. 500 sq. ft. includes utilities Available now. (973) 566-0333 KEARNY 2 room office space 2nd Fl. great location.600 sq.ft. $600/month. (201) 997-2341

N.ARLINGTON $248,000 2 Family, 1 BR each floor. 1 car garage. Full basement. Separate Utilities. Call owner (973) 284-1056.

HOUSE FOR SALE KEARNY Small 1 Family home. Completely renovated, kitchen, LR, 2 bedrooms, finished basement. $1500/month, 1-1/2 months security + utilities. Available Oct. 1st. (732) 364-0702

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EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED

KEARNY 1 BR with access to kitchen and Bath. Female preferred. Please Call after 5pm. (201) 598- 7162.

Chipping gun operators needed for demo of smoke stacks working off scaffolding. Call Donald Perry 973.789.6408.

N.NEWARK Room for rent, Forest hill section. $300/month. Shared Bath, No Kitchen. Utilities included. 1 month security. No smoking. No pets. Call after 4:30pm (973) 752-6877. KEARNY 3 rooms HT/ HW included. W/Stove & Refrigerator. (201) 998-3032.

PERSONALS Hi my name is Donald, 55 years old, caring, passionate, kind, looking for a woman same qualities, 40-60 yrs. old to ask on a date & possibly more. (201) 606-5622.

KEARNY On Kearny Ave. Salon Established Business for 11 years. Wonderful rent, 2 floors. $20,000. (201) 719-0459

GARAGE FOR RENT KEARNY garage for rent Near Belleville Trnpk. Storage only. $130/ month (908) 240- 9302.

KEARNY Garage for rent Motorcycle storage in Keany, (973) 703-2540.

LYNDHURST Garage for rent $140/month + security. No contractors Please (973) 779-8851

STORE FOR RENT Bloomfield, Storefront on Broad St. 750 sq. ft., separate utilities, private parking lot. Available now. (973) 566-0333

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT BELLEVILLE Office/ store for rent Excellent corner location off Union & Greylock. 318 Greylock Ave. Apprx. 850sg.Ft. Avl. Now. Call (973) 202-8580.

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Harrison taxi

drivers wanted clean driving record, FT/PT immediately (609) 709-4738 (201) 893 4720 Auto Detailer/Porter Frank’s Truck Center is looking for a full time Detailer. Experience preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Must be motivated and demonstrate good judgment. Neat and professional appearance. Ability to work outdoors in all weather. Physical ability requiring frequent movement: i.e. bending, lifting, reaching, squatting, and repeatedly getting into and out of vehicles. Contact Christine at cmelleno@ frankstruckcenter.com

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EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED

JOB FAIR! Thurs. 11/5, Fri. 11/6 & Sat. 11/7/2015 – 10:00AM–2:00PM Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament is looking for energetic, fun, and outgoing individuals to become part of our team! The casted team member will wear a costume and contribute to the overall guest experience while providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities: *Must be able to work within a team environment. *Must be able to communicate effectively with guests and team members. *Must be able to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Immediate opportunities available in Food Service, Kitchen, Bar, Cash Control, Gift Shop, Photo, Sound & Lighting, Squires, Stables and Event Staff Departments. Ideal for students – no experience necessary. Interested candidates must complete an application on site – 149 Polito Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ EOE/ DrugFree Environment

Developer and Builder Company located in the Newark Ironbound is looking for an Office Manager. Must have a proven track record, with a minimum of five years experience, in secretarial/business administration with ability to organize, prioritize and handle multiple tasks. Must have computer knowledge at advanced level including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook and be knowledgeable in the use of Quick Books, Accounts Receivable and Payable. e-mail or fax your resume: info@mmdevelopmentllc.com Fax Number (973)491-2662

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EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED

HANDYMAN SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENT

PAINTING & DECORATING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Light Assembly & Order Picking in Warehouse. Company located near Mill St., Belleville. Starting wage $9.50/hr. Call (973) 482-8603

Nurse

Fernando Ferrer European Experience Ceramic Work, Carpentry, Painting (201) 428-4477

G & R Builders

SAL POLIZZOTTO

A1 affordable Rubbish Removal

NOW HIRING! Dry Cleaner seeks people to grow with our businessvarious positions. Clerks & production. Apply in person preferred. 711 RT 17 Carlstadt, NJ 07072 Call/Text: 201-978-7638. Se Habla Espanol. PACKING CO. LOCATED IN FAIRFIELD NJ. (NEXT TO WILLOWBROOK MALL) IS LOOKING FOR WORKERS ON ALL POSITIONS. THERE IS A CAR POOL FROM KEARNY AND PATERSON AVAILABLE IF NEED IT. MUST BE LEGAL TO WORK iN USA.PLEASE CALL AT 973-228-7700

If you would like information on becoming a Successful Real Estate Agent or if you are a Realtor and looking to join one of the Leading, Professional, & Family Oriented offices, call Jarlynn Hyde for further details and confidential interview. (201) 991-5719. Currently hiring Compounding Pharmacy Sales or prior Pharmaceautical Sales Experience with a Network of Doctors. Highly Competitive Commission. Please email your reume to PharmaceuticalReps@ lmfmarketing.com to set up an interview.

$$ NOW HIRING! $$ Property Inspectors FT/PT in your area. Free training provided. msangelabove@ comcast.net. (732)766-4425

Driver & Driving Instructor Needed. Will train right candidate. Must be reliable. (201) 246-8000 Night Drivers Wanted! Apply in person at Schuyler Cab 505 Schuyler Ave. Kearny. Must Have Clean Record.

Nurse needed in Public Health Dept. to work 9 to 12 hours per month. NJ registered nursing license req. Duties include baby well clinic, child immunizations, adult preventative programs and other related duties. Salary $17.50 – 23.50 hr. Bilingual pref. Submit resume and copy of license. For application, go to www.kearnynj. org. Town of Kearny, Kearny NJ EOE/ADA

Waitress FT/PT

415 N. 3rd St. Harrison.

(973) 432-3796 (973) 220-3259 CLEANING SERVICES Couple from Poland will clean houses, apartments, offices. References.

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

HOME IMPROVEMENT 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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Annes Cleaning Service Homes, offices, Move in-out cleaning. Gift Certificates Avail. Excellent references 973-667-6739 862-210-0681

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Martinez Construction

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

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

Ranne Tile & Home Improvement Ceramic Tile Repairs • Walls & Floors • Big & Small • Regrouting • Caulking • Repair soap dishes • Tile Floors. Free Est. Fully Ins.

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

Painting, Decorating interior, exterior, Paper Hanging, ceiling. Full Installation, General Repairs. Over 14 years experience. FREE ESTIMATE (201)939-8781

PAINTING & DECORATING

• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Doors • Floors • Windows • Painting • Decks All types of repairs Lic. # 13VH05674000 Fully Insured

201-428-7160

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LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

D. FITZGERALD

A1 Affordable Landscaping Weekly maintenance • Bush Trimming • Clean-Ups • Design For free estimates call 201-998-1262

MARIO ESPOSITO LANDSCAPING LLC Spring Clean-Up Lawn maintenance Top Soil • Mulch • Snow Removal Free Estimates 201-438-3991 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.

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

PAINTING & DECORATING An American Contractor Decks Clean & Refinished. Power Washing. Senior Discounts. William J. McGuire. (201) 955-2520.

Kevin’s Home Improvements Painting, Plastering, Sheet rocking, Wall papering & Much More. Veryneat & Clean. No money down. Fully insured Senior Discounts. 201-565-6393

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

MASONRY

Wicho & Son General Construction

JOSEPH V. FERRIERO Plumbing & Heating Kitchen and bath remodeling. Carpentry. Fully Ins. Free Est. Lic# 165 (201)637-1775

* Mason * Stucco * Tile * Sheetrock * Painting * Bathroom * Kitchen * Bricks

ROOFING & SIDING

WANTED TO BUY

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

N&J REMODELERS

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

Nick (201)997-7657

All Around House Repairs Inside & Out • Brick Steps • Sidewalks • Wood Steps • Replacing windows • Doors • Painting & Addition Call: 201-280-0600

(201) 998-1262.

(201) 893-0656

(201)355-8489

FM Property Home Repairs & Improvements

Attics, Basements, Yard Cleaning. We Haul or You Can Rent 10-15 Cubic Yard Containers. We Accept Visa/MasterCard

RUBBISH REMOVAL ANDRIELLO CLEANOUTS

Spring Removal, Yards, Garages, Basements, Attics, Real Estate, Rubbish Removal/ Demolition Lic.13VH04443200 (201) 726-0287

(973) 901-5308

SERVICES OFFERED Errands, Task, Chores, Multi-Talented, energetic, reliable woman desires to lend a hand. Cleaning, driving, organizing, typing, paperwork, etc. Reasonable hourly rate. Good References. Call Elsie any day between 9am-9pm at (973) 743-2039.

Certified home health aide seeks 5/6 days live in / out caring for the sick or elderly will also do short hrs good ref 201-407-1903

Father & Sons Clean outs, Handyman, Estate, Delivery, Clean-ups, Odd Jobs. You call we haul. Free Estimates. (201) 443-9164

Responsible Babysitter. Care for children ages 3 & up. Willing to travel to your home, Available in the Evenings.

(973) 704-4186.

Estates Bought & Sold Fine Furniture Antiques, Accessories, Gold & Silver.

Cash Paid (201) 920-8875 MASONRY SERVICES

MASONRY SERVICES

ALL CONCRETE WORK SIDEWALKS, PATIOS, DRIVEWAYS, RETAINING WALLS, STEPS BRICK PAVER DESIGNS SANTOS CONSTRUCTION CO. FREE ESTIMATES. Family Owned for Over 30 Years Fully Insured and Licensed Call Our Office: 973-589-2712 “LET US SHOW YOU OUR WORK” ELECTRICAL SERVICES

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ELECTRICAL SERVICES

EMERALD ELECTRIC 28 Years Experience • All types of electrical wiring 24 hour emergency service Free Estimate 10% OFF with ad Lic # 11909 El. Insp. # 7566

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Schuyler Ave., on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon. Gift cards and monetary gifts will also be accepted. For more information, call Bill Rottner at 201-463-2151. Senior Harmony Club of North Arlington sponsors a trip to Resorts Casino on Thursday, Nov. 19. Cost is $25. Resorts will provide $25 in slot play. For a reservation, call Florence at 201-991-3173.

Oct. 31, at 11 a.m. • Monday Night Book Discussion group meets on Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. Author Caroline Leavitt will discuss her book, “Pictures of You.” • NashEast performs “60 Years of Country,” featuring honky-tonk classics and today’s country hits on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m.

and enjoyed reading The Star Ledger and The Observer. passed away on Anne was preWednesday, Oct. 7, at deceased by her lovMadison Center, Mataing husband Norman wan. Toussaint in 1989; her She was born and raised in Jersey City and parents Catherine and William Lynch; her lived in Kearny prior daughter Patricia Miller to moving to Matawan in 2007; her brothnearly three years ago. Anne was a homemak- ers William and Frank Lynch; her sisters Mary er. She was a Rosarian of St. Cecilia’s Church in Halleran and Teresa Gibbs. Surviving are her Kearny, loved traveling with the seniors, Bingo, sons Michael, Thomas, Donald and Gerald was an avid Giants fan

Toussaint; her daughter Jacqueline Toussaint; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements were by the Jacqueline M. Ryan Home for Funerals, 233 Carr Ave., Keansburg. A Mass of Christian burial was held at St. Ann’s Church, Keansburg, followed by interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Letters of condolences may be sent to www.jacquelinemryanfh.com

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the Columbian Club Hall. Tickets cost $30 and include draft beer, wine, soda, and sandwiches. A cash bar for mixed drinks will be available. For tickets, call Teddy Edwards at 1-973-9003160 or visit www. ironboundirish.com on the web and click on “Upcoming Events.” • An annual breakfast in the memory of deceased members is set for Sunday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m. (following the 9 a.m. Mass) at the Columbian Club Hall. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for kids under age 6. Tickets are available at the Queen of Peace Rectory, the Columbian Club Hall, or by calling 201-4632151. The Knights ask all who attend to consider donating a non-expired, non-perishable food item for the Knights “Food For Families” project. • A food drive will be conducted outside of Jack’s Foodtown, 1 OBITS from

Rutherford

The Mission Committee of the First Nutley Presbyterian Church Nutley Public Library, of Rutherford invites 93 Booth Drive, ancrafters and vendors to nounces the following participate in its fourth programs. Registration annual Christmas craft is not required. For and gift fair on Saturday, more information, call Nov. 21, from 10 a.m. 973-667-0405 or visit to 4 p.m., in the Parish nutleypubliclibrary.org. House, 32 Ridge Road. • Pumpkin painting, All proceeds from venopen to ages 20 months dor fees and snack bar and up, is set for Thurs- sales will go to support day, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m. the Rutherford CommuRegistration is required. nity Pantry and to feed Participation is limited the homeless men and to Nutley residents. women served by the • Manga/Anime Club, Bergen Family Promise open to grades 7 to 12, shelter in Hackensack. meets on Friday, Oct. 30, For information, or to be a vendor at the event, at 3 p.m. • Dragons and Dreams contact Pat at bulldogHalloween Party, for all sLBI@comcast.net or ages, is set for Saturday, 201-390-8925.

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72 MONTHS!

Bellavia CHEVROLET CARS & TRUCKS

ALWAYS MORE FOR YOUR TRADE + COMPLIMENTARY LOANER CARS!

OVER 350

CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs & CROSSOVERS REDUCED!

NEW 2016 CHEVROLET

1LT

38 MPG HWY

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE!

32 MPG HWY

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE!

Lease per mo/24 mos*

4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Telescopic, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Stk# 15-435,VIN#FB195597, MSRP: $25,485. Based on 24 Month Closed End Lease. $3,679 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $2,136. Residual Value: $17,074. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

NEW 2015 BUICK

VERANO

Lease per mo/24 mos*

32 MPG HWY

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE!

NEW 2015 BUICK

Lease per mo/24 mos*

24 MPG HWY

259

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE!

NEW 2016 BUICK

LACROSSE

Lease per mo/39 mos*

36 MPG HWY

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE!

Lease per mo/39 mos*

Silver, 6-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Telescopic, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, 7-Passenger, Stk#15-459,VIN#FJ388950, MSRP: $40,225. Based on 39 Month Closed End Lease. $3,814 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $8,736. Residual Value: $24,030. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

White, V6, 4WD, Auto, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Cruise, Alloy Whls, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Bluetooth, Assist Steps, Bedliner, Stk#15-1569, VIN#F2381911, MSRP: $41,710. Based on 39 Month Closed End Lease. $3,590 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $0 up front bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $10,101. Residual Value: $24,609. Includes GM Lease Loyalty Rebate if qualified.

224

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4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, Nav, OnStar, Stk# 16-1055, VIN#G1106643, MSRP: $28,755. Based on 24 Month Closed End Lease. $3,590 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & $0 1st Payment, $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $1,896. Residual Value: $19,840.95. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

Lease per mo/39 mos*

4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Stk# 15-272X, VIN#F4203225, MSRP: $24,755. Based on 39 Month Closed End Lease. $3,689 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $3,861. Residual Value: $14,110.55. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

DOUBLE CAB

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4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, Nav, OnStar, Stk# 16-1075, VIN#GU109387, MSRP: $24,660. Based on 24 Month Closed End Lease. $3,590 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & $0 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $1,656. Residual Value: $15,535.80. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

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Tungsten, 4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto w/OD, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Dr St, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Cruise, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Stk#161008, VIN#G7112447, MSRP: $21,020. Based on 24 Month Closed End Lease. $2,590 due at delivery includes $1,995 down payment & $0 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $2,376. Residual Value: $13,873. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

NEW 2016 CHEVROLET

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CRUZE 2LT $ ,

15 995

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Black Granite, Stk#14285, VIN#E7333787, 1.4L, I4, Auto, FWD, P/S/ABS, CD/MP3/Satellite, MyLink, Bluetooth, 7” Touchscreen, 10,236mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

SONIC LT

12,995

Mocha Bronze, Stk#14746, VIN#F4119471, 1.8L, FWD, Auto, 4-Cyl, AM/FM/CD/MP3/Satellite, Bluetooth, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, 16,644mi.

2014 CHEVROLET

2012 GMC

2012 CHEVROLET

MALIBU 1LS TERRAIN SLE-1 TRAVERSE LS $ $ $ , , ,

15 997

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Black Granite, Stk#14335, VIN#EFX221656, Auto, 2.5L, I4, FWD, P/S/ABS, CD/Satellite/MP3, Bluetooth, 17,520mi.

2014 CHEVROLET

IMPALA LS LTD. $ ,

15 495

Black, Stk#14370, VIN#E1184036, 3.6L, Auto, FRWD, AM/FM/Satellite, P/S, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, A/C, Cruise, 7,483mi.

19 488

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Olympic White, Stk#14436, VIN# C6254082, 2.4L, Auto, I4, FWD, Satellite, P/S, A/C, R/Camera, 33,272mi.

2013 BUICK

VERANO $ ,

15 995

Carbon Black, Stk#14677, VIN#D4170136, 2.4L, I4, FWD, Auto, CD/MP3/Satellite, Bluetooth, 7” Touchscreen, A/C, P/S/ABS, Fog Lights,R/Cam, 29,891mi.

19 998

2013 BUICK

LACROSSE $ ,

23 995

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Dark Blue, Stk#14447, VIN#CJ274071, 3.6L, Auto, FRWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, Rf Rack, 3rd Row Seating, 27,825mi.

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! White, Stk#14742, VIN#DF132609, 3.6L, V6, FWD, Auto, Lthr, AM/FM/CD/Satellite/USB/MP3, 8” Color LED Touch Screen Display, P/S/ABS, 13,426mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

2013 BUICK

CAPTIVA SPORT $ ,

17495

Blue Ray Metallic, Stk#14724, VIN#FS534092, 2.4L, 4-Cyl, Auto, FWD, Fog Lights, AM/FM/CD/MP3/ Satellite, OnStar, Bluetooth, 14,907mi.

REGAL

18,995

White, Stk#14589, VIN#D9161749, 2.4L, FWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, AM/FM/CD/Satellite/iPod Adaptor/MP3 w/7” LED Touchscreen, Bluetooth, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, 20,533mi.

2011 CHEVROLET

SILVERADO 1500 EXT CAB $ ,

25 495

2012 BUICK

ENCLAVE $ ,

26 495

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Black, Stk#14782 VIN#BZ328893, 5.3L, 4WD, Auto, CD/MP3/USB/Satellite, P/S/ABS, P/Winds/ Lcks/Mrrs, Bluetooth, Fog Lights, 59,134mi.

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Diamond White, Stk#14646, VIN#CJ218370, 3.6L, V6, AWD, Auto, Satellite/Bluetooth/MP3, P/S/ABS, A/C, Dual Air Bags, Rr Ent, DVD, 43,711mi.

2012 TOYOTA

2015 CHEVROLEY

AVALON LIMITED $ ,

19 995

Black, Stk#14273, VIN#CU473721, 3.6L, V6, Auto, FWD, AM/FM/MP3/UBS/iPod/Bluetooth/Satellite, 17” Alloys, Moonrf, 29,123mi.

TRAX LT

19,998

Black Graphite, Stk#14813, VIN#, 1.4L, I4, AWD, Auto, MyLink, 7” Touchscreen, AM/FM/CD/Satellite, 16” Whls, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, A/C, 5,315mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

CAMARO SS CONVT.

32,495

GM Executive Demo

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Red, Stk#14372, VIN#F9112904, 6.2L, V8, Auto, Conv’t, Tilt, Telescopic, Cruise, AM/FM, P/S/ABS, Dual Air Bags, Sec Sys, 32mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

TRAVERSE LT $ ,

28 995

Diamond White, VIN#FJ209795, 4-Dr, AWD, 3.6L, 6-Cyl, Auto w/OD, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, Clim Cntrl, P/S/ABS, Alloys, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, 13,075mi.

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