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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent BELLEVILLE – After more than four decades spent in uniform, Belleville’s highest-ranking cop will be turning in his badge next year. Belleville Police Chief Joseph P. Rotonda will be retiring from active duty after he reaches 65, which is mandatory retirement age for police in the Garden State. Although, as of last week, he had yet to file his pension application with the state Department of Treasury, Rotonda told The Observer he expects to do so shortly so that he can leave the department by July 1, 2016. Rotonda, who grew up in Newark, got his first taste of law enforcement in the Brick City, joining the Newark PD in 1973 and continued with that department before transferring to the Belleville PD on July 14, 1980. He advanced gradually up the ranks, making sergeant in 1993, captain in 1996, then deputy chief in 1998. In 2000, he was appointed chief of the department during the administration of Mayor Bill Escott, a former Belleville police captain who later, for a year, became head of the Belleville school see RETIRING page

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he Town of Harrison hopes to further increase its flow of water revenues by requiring property owners to replace aging water meters that may be “faulty and not working properly.” And, if that’s the case, those meters likely aren’t registering the actual volume of water being used at those locations. To that end, the town’s governing body – on the recommendation of Public Works Superintendent Robert Van Riper – earlier this year adopted an ordinance giving owners of meters more than 15 years old 60 days to install new meters. As the ordinance notes, “These water meters are potentially under-metering the water being consumed, and thus, costing the town and its residents in lost revenue.” Those replacements are conditional on the owners getting prior approval of the type of meter being supplied by the town’s Department of Public Works as well as getting DPW “oversight and final inspection and approval” of installations. Not all owners will have to shell out for the new equipment: For new meters oneinch or smaller, the town will absorb the cost; but for those larger than one inch, owners must pay. According to Van Riper, the town has already replaced 43 meters at residential properties; local industries are in the process of installing 65 new meters which, he said, run about $110 apiece. Those who fail to comply after repeated violation notices face having their water supply shut off by the town until a new meter has been

“We project a 20 to 25% savings of our total bill from a combination of our inhouse repairs plus the new meters,” he said. A 2014 audit of all town expenditures noted that while the annual water/ sewer utility bill collections had climbed from $2,692,686 in 2010 to $3,052,754 in 2014, the collection revenues had failed to reach the amount anticipated, thereby leaving a deficit of $47,245 for the year. As the superintendent looks to further close that gap, he has found ways to improve the condition of his department’s motor pool, some of which was damaged during Super Storm Sandy in 2012, especially with an eye on preparing for the onslaught of what the experts have predicted as a severe winter. Taking full advantage of the availability of former Army vehicles through the federal GSA (Government Surplus Access) program, Van Riper has acquired for the DPW four M1088 military 6-wheeldrive tractors, of Photos by Ron Leir which two are being outfitted for snow collection and TOP: A sample of an appropriate industrial water meter. BOTTOM: An disposal. older water meter at a local industry. • Additional military put into place, the ordinance ment, “listened” to the water surplus vehicles secured states. as it flowed through the and now stored in the DPW Van Riper said that all pipes, typically, during early garage include the following: property owners have been morning hours “when usage • A 32-foot Skytrack connotified by letter of the new of water is at its lowest,” by struction grade forklift. requirements. detecting different frequen• A Unimog forklift with The superintendent, who cies of flow, came up with 16 crane attachment that can be was appointed to the job in locations where water was deployed to change the lift April 2013 after having worked leaking from the system. cylinders on a Fire Departpart-time for the town and, “We compared our usment ladder truck or to before that, for the Passaic age to what we were being repair a traffic light. Valley Sewerage Commission, billed [by the town’s water • Two M1078 vehicles that said he had previously taken supplier] and calculated can be used in connection other steps to deal with town our loss by tracing it back with deep-water rescues in water literally going down the through our biggest users,” emergency situations. drain. he said. “We’re a lot better And the town has just alVan Riper reached out to off now [after having stopped located funds to acquire a a water-sounding company the leaks] but we’re still not new snow blower, Van Riper which, with specialized equip- where we want it to be. said.

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KPD: He lost his shirt at Walmart found the car, with Jesus Vilarchao, 29, of Kearny, attempting to move from the driver’s seat to the rear seat, police said. Following field sobriety tests, and an Alcotest at headquarters, Vilarchao was charged

t 10:30 a.m., Nov. 19, KPD Officers Pete Jahera and Jon Dowie responded to a report from Walmart that a shoplifter had assaulted a female security guard when she tried to stop him from leaving with $378 worth of computer equipment. The cops arrived to see a shirtless man running through the store parking lot. They pursued him in their patrol car, repeatedly ordering him to stop, but he continued to flee, finally vaulting a fence onto adjacent industrial property, police said. At that point, it turned into a foot pursuit, with the officers also scaling the fence, overtaking the runner and arresting him. He was brought back to the store, where security identified him as the assailant, police said. The suspect, Axel Rodriguez, 42, of Kearny, was charged with robbery and resisting arrest and was remanded to the Hudson County Jail on $50,000 bail, with no 10% option. As for the missing shirt, police said Rodriguez had come out of it while fighting with the guard. [Editor’s note: We do not know if Rodriguez was reunited with the garment or got a new one, but by the time his mugshot was taken, he was fully clad.] ••• Other recent reports from the Kearny police blotter included the following: Nov. 21 At 2 p.m., headquarters received a call from a concerned citizen who had seen a man entering the now-shuttered Lincoln Theater through a side door. Officers Victor Girdwood, Jordenson Jean, Esteban Gonzalez and Sean Kelly responded, searched the building and reportedly found William Lupkovich, 24, of Jersey City, sitting in the “audience” in one of the defunct mutliplex’s cinemas. Police said he explained that he had been “wandering around and was tired.” He was charged with criminal trespass. Nov. 26 Call this one the Name Game: At 8 a.m., Officers Chris Manolis and Cesar Negron, on patrol in the Walmart lot, observed a man sitting “for quite some time” in a 1999 Saturn

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Records in the town construction office show there is at least one other cellular installation in the Arlington Memorial Park cemetery that is also taxed. Peneda said he plans to confer with a commercial appraiser for guidance before placing an assessment on the relevant portion of the church property. – Ron Leir

BELLEVILLE – Ten months after the application was filed, the Belleville Zoning Board of Adjustment KEARNY – has nixed plans by a property By state law, a place of worowner/developer to add more ship or a charitable organizaapartments to his Brighton Ave. tion is tax-exempt but a partial building. exception will soon be made After having heard numerfor one Kearny church, Town ous concerns from neighbors Assessor John Peneda said. about potential problems arisLast Wednesday, the Kearny ing from density, parking and Planning Board authorized flooding issues – plus conflictVerizon Wireless to install nine ing testimony by the applicellular antennae 69 feet above cant’s experts about a survey of the ground atop the steeple of the property – the board voted the First Presbyterian Church, 6-1 last Thursday to reject the 663 Kearny Ave., to remedy application. a communications coverage The applicant, Anthony gap in the area, according to Calandra, of Brighton Gardens testimony by Verizon repreLLC, had proposed back in sentatives. August 2014 to install eight new Aside from the antennae, basement rental apartments in which the company plans his two-story with basement, to partly mask by enclosing 33-unit residential building at them in a container, Verizon 138-146 Brighton Ave. which represented that it will also was built in 1972. be placing some equipment in The original application the church basement, setting called for 11 new apartments up a generator in a 15-foot-long but it was later downsized to by 9-foot-wide and 4-inch eight. deep concrete slab, along with Belleville attorney Robert fencing and shrubbery on the Gaccione represented Calandra grounds, Peneda said. at several board hearings on Verizon witnesses told the the application. It is not known board that in order to be prop- whether the applicant plans erly maintained, the company to file an appeal of the board’s planned to run the generator decision. one hour every two weeks durCalandra had hoped to lease ing daylight hours. or buy land near the apartment Since the church will be col- building that was determined lecting a fee from Verizon for to be part of the old Morris allowing the company to utilize Canal and, therefore, owned by its property for its profit-makthe township, which, according ing enterprise, Peneda said the to a representation by towntown has a right to assess the ship attorney Tom Murphy, portion of the church property declined the offer. being used for that purpose Calandra had proposed to and collect the appropriate increase the number of ontaxes. site parking spaces, from the As a parallel case, Peneda current 43 to 63, and undertake cited the American Legion Post improvements to drainage, 99 on Belgrove Drive where lighting and traffic circulation OmniPoint Communications at the site. He also was seekinstalled cellular equipment on ing bulk variances for what he a flag pole in the post’s parkcharacterized as pre-existing ing lot for which the town nets conditions. $5,163 a year in taxes. – Ron Leir

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Another new apartment complex opens By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON – n what has become a happy habit for the Town of Harrison, municipal officials joined with a development team to celebrate the opening of yet another residential project in the town’s waterfront-development area last Thursday. This one was for Harrison Station 330, a four-story row of upscale rental apartments and future ground-floor retail along Angelo Cifelli Drive on the west side of Frank E. Rodgers Blvd., just a short walk from the Harrison PATH station. The third project to be completed by a joint venture of Pegasus Group and Ironstate Development, this phase offers tenants a choice of 60 studios, 240 one-bedrooms and 32 two-bedrooms, plus various amenities. Those include a health club and an outdoor pool to be shared by occupants of the joint venture’s 275unit/20,000 square feet of retail development at 300 Somerset St. Residents of Harrison Station 330 will also enjoy a tastily furnished lobby/lounge, a lounge with business bar, an additional lounge with ping pong and a landscaped courtyard with barbecues, fire pit and lawn area. Still to come, according to the partners, are four additional phases of development which, when combined with the already-finished projects, will yield a total of 2,250 residential units and 80,000 square feet of retail, plus the 138-room Element Hotel. Ironstate principal Greg Russo said the firms should be ready to break ground “in about a month” for their next phase, a 411-unit apartment complex and a new garage with 1,000 deck spaces that will provide parking for tenants in all buildings. Among the future stages of construction, said Russo, will be the joint venture’s first for-sale enterprise: some 100 condominium units are planned, he added. Full build-out of the remaining phases will take

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LEFT: Mayor James Fife (c.) is flanked by Harrison Station 330 developers Richard Miller (l.) of Pegasus Group and Dave Barry of Ironstate Development. RIGHT: A view of a bedroom in one of the new apartments.

“four to five years,” Russo said. Russo said it cost $70 million to put up Harrison Station 330, for which Fields Construction of Hoboken was the general contractor, and he credited PNC Bank with providing construction financing. “Our next phase will probably run about $105 million,” he said. Harrison Station 330, which has three fully-furnished model apartments available for public viewing, already has about 25 apartments occupied and “about 20%” of the complex is already

leased to a mixture of Hudson County and New York residents ranging in age from their 20s to 40s, and some with “small children,” Russo said. The Somerset St. development is virtually full and the Element hotel is averaging around 70 to 75% occupancy, he said. At Harrison Station 330, monthly rentals for studios averaging 450 square feet range from $1,600 to $1,900; one-bedrooms averaging 700 square feet, $1,800 to $2,300; and two-bedrooms averaging 1,000 square feet, $2,500 to

$3,000, Russo said. While there are, as yet, no signed leases for any of the 9,600 square feet of retail space, Russo said that negotiations are in process with an Italian restaurant and a micro brewery, among other possible tenants. “Our goal has always been to create a vibrant mixed-use community in Harrison in the same vein as Hoboken and Jersey City that respects the local fabric,” said Pegasus principal Richard Miller. “The pedestrian-friendly design and easy access to masstransit service has clearly

appealed to professionals and those interested in New Urbanism lifestyle.” On another redevelopment front, meanwhile, the Harrison Planning Board last Wednesday reviewed plans for another project at the former Hartz Mountain property on the east side of Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. where the Heller Group of Madison wants to build 600 apartments to be spread among five buildings, including one for 11 stories. The board took no action, pending continuing testimony by experts on the plan.

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To the NRA: Here’s a battle you can join H By Ron Leir

mention only because several state governments do encourere’s a public service age thinning out overabunmessage to all those dant bear populations, for Second Amendment example) – I recommend that advocates from the National NRA cadres consider organRifle Association: izing a campaign to dispatch I respect your right to bear units overseas to hunker down arms, although I certainly with U.S. and allied military don’t think the framers of the detachments, say in Iraq or Constitution had in mind the Afghanistan or Yemen or kind of heavy assault weapons Liberia, and thin out some of we have seen deranged killthose bad boys in the Islamic ers and terrorists have used State, Boko Haram, etc. to gun down their innocent Maybe Donald Trump could victims. volunteer to be your standardStill, in light of what your bearer. I don’t know if he’s leaders have said about the trained in the use of firearms virtues of arming civilians – but I don’t doubt, from all his teachers, hospital workers and pronouncements at campaign health aides, and whatever – appearances, and I take the so they can defend themselves man at his word, that he’ll be against aggressors – here’s a a willing apprentice and ready suggestion I’d like to throw at to lead the charge to recapture you. Mosul, among other places. Instead of taking off on an It certainly makes sense expedition to rid the country in the context of the NRA of surplus wildlife – (which I website’s fundraising vehicle,

“Ring of Freedom,” which “is dedicated to building relationships with patriots who are seeking to secure the future of freedom.” Well, to that end, here is an opportunity for members of the organization to bond as freedom fighters and battle the religious extremists who are looking to impose the Caliphate on all false believers, subjugate women, destroy antiquities and to off themselves and others for the greater glory of the next world. Those forces of darkness sound like enemies of freedom to me so there’s a great target that should command the NRA’s attention in a novel way. In his speech on terrorism on Sunday, President Obama said he was pinning his hopes on an “American-led” coalition of forces – in concert with an effort to negotiate a

truce in Syria – as the path to victory over ISIL and I see no reason why trained NRA members shouldn’t rush to join the coalition and become real American heroes.

Don’t forget Zadroga And while they’re busy fighting the good fight, we Americans on the home front should be paying attention to a post-9/11 development that needs redress: Congressional extension of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010. Named for the North Arlington resident/New York Police Department detective who spent 450 hours in the pit at ground zero in search and recovery efforts only to end up dead at age 34, which some medical experts attributed to his prolonged exposure to toxic dust at the former WTC site.

A fund established by the federal government to treat first-responders and survivors of the attack has made available $4.2 billion for medical care and compensation for injuries to more than 70,000 victims who responded to the WTC, Pentagon and crash site in Shanksville, Pa. That account is reportedly expected to dry up by October 2016 unless Congress re-authorizes funding before then and Republican leaders in the Senate and the House have been threatening to turn off the spigot. Consider a call and/or letter to your local Congressional representative reminding him/her of the moral imperative to replenish the fund to those who willingly gave so much of themselves to aid fellow Americans – without thought of creed or color. We owe it to them.

CORRECTION! An entry in the Kearny police blotter published Nov. 25 incorrectly listed the bail amount for Joseph Ferguson. The actual bail amount set was $10,000, with a 10% option.

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License suspended for ‘negligence’ By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent

no presence of the painkillers that Thomas had prescribed, a warning sign that patients were not taking the painkillNORTH ARLINGTON – ers, but instead may have been providing the pills to others,” he State Board of Medical Examiners last week a statement from Hoffman’s office said. temporarily suspended In addition, after reviewing the medical license of a North six patient records presented Arlington physician who allegby the state, the Board of edly “indiscriminately” preMedical Examiners found that scribed powerful painkillers to Thomas “did not document patients, N.J. Attorney General appropriate physical examiJohn J. Hoffman announced. nations of the patients; did It is also alleged that Dr. Eric not document patient mediThomas, who reportedly had a cal histories; did not create practice on Ridge Road, failed treatment plans, and did not to take appropriate action perform or order diagnoswhen urine tests revealed that his patients were taking illegal tic testing,” the AG’s office narcotics, such as cocaine and reported. The state maintained that heroin. Thomas’ conduct constituted “The urine tests also showed

the board issues another order. According to the current suspension order, the physician continued to prescribe opiates [including Oxycodone and OxyContin] even after checking the N.J. Prescription Monitoring and Reporting System (PMRS), which reportedly disclosed that the patients were “doctor shopping.” In several instances, the order states, the patients were identified on the PMRS as Observer file photo securing prescriptions from as Dr. Eric Thomas many as 10 other physicians. “gross negligence” that “enThe board also found that dangered the life, health, welThomas “failed to approfare or safety” of his patients. priately respond when he The license suspension discovered some patients went into effect at 5 p.m. last had high blood pressure, Friday, Dec. 4, and is to remain uncontrolled diabetes and in effect until the conclusion other medical conditions,” of plenary hearings or until

Hoffman’s office stated. “Prescription drug abuse, particularly abuse involving painkillers, is a national problem, one that Dr. Thomas abetted through his negligent practice of medicine,” Hoffman stated. “The flood of prescription painkillers in our communities starts with indiscriminate prescribing by physicians violating their duty to ‘do no harm.’” The case was investigated by the Division of Consumer Affairs’ Enforcement Bureau, in cooperation with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office and North Arlington Police Department.

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Nutley man charged with stalking: NPD A 37-year-old Nutley man was arrested and charged with fourthdegree stalking after a woman told police he tried to grab her while she was walking home from work at the intersection of Passaic Ave. and Harrison St., the NPD reported. Michael Fenwick, 37, told police he was simply trying to talk to the woman. But the victim told police the conversation involved sexuallyexplicit remarks. Police said the victim told them this had been going on every day for about a month and that on Dec. 2, she was frightened when Fenwick allegedly grabbed her arm to get her attention as she walked home. After he was arrested and processed, Fenwick was released on his own recognizance, pending court, the NPD said. Meanwhile, the Nutley Police Department released the

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advised to file a complaint with the Nutley Municipal Court, the NPD said. • A Centre St. resident told Nov. 26 police his iPad was stolen • A Connecticut motorist from his home after he had who filled up his tank with company over. The resident gas got away without payrealized the iPad was missing ing for it, the Nutley Police after the company left, the Department announced. NPD said. He also told police It happened at a Centre St. he believes someone he knew gas station on Nov. 26. took the iPad. The suspect, described as The iPad’s serial number a white man in his 40s, gave was entered as stolen — and the attendant two credit cards the victim was advised to sign to pay for the fuel, but both a complaint with the Nutley were declined, the attendant Municipal Court. told police. After the second card didn’t work, the atNov. 27 tendant told police the man, A Chestnut St. resident driving a red Lincoln MKZ reported to police that a stone with Connecticut license bench, multiple stone plantplates, drove off. ers and a slate paver were Police said they broadcast stolen from his property. The a description of the car, but items were valued at $600. were unable to locate it afterward. Nov. 28 It wasn’t immediately clear Anthony Ayala, 27, of Harhow much gas the suspect rison, was arrested on River stole. Road after a motor-vehicle The station’s manager was stop and after police learned

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Police said the victim received what appeared to be a warrant issued by the U.S. District Court for a bankingregulations violation, but it turned out the warrant was fake. Before the resident realNov. 29 ized it was phony, she sent Two Nutley men were ar$500 to the fraudster, who rested on William St. after the claimed to be from a law firm. NPD said they were called When she contacted the there on a noise complaint. “firm” that demanded the After investigating the commoney to ensure they replaint, police said Jake Russo, ceived her payment, she said 19, was arrested and charged they told her they had no idea with possession of a nightwho she was or what she was stick [a prohibited weapon] talking about. and possession of a conPolice said they attempted trolled-dangerous substance to call the “firm,” but were under 50 grams. Jonathan unable to get through to Abreu, 21, was arrested and anyone. The resident was charged with possession of a advised to file a complaint prohibited weapon and poswith the municipal court, the session of drug paraphernalia. NPD said. Both men were released • A former Nutley man was on their own recognizance, arrested on burglary charges pending court. after police said he lifted $185 from a Centre St. business. Nov. 30 Stephen Nemec, 22, was Paul Randall, 18, of charged with third-degree Montclair, was arrested on burglary and theft after the two drug-related charges business owner arrived to after police said they found find him fleeing with the him passed out in a car on money from a back entrance Laura Ave. to the store. Police said the After a field test, police said owner recognized Nemec and Randall was charged with was able to positively identify possession of CDS under 50 him as the man leaving his grams and possession of drug business with the stolen cash. paraphernalia. He was printNemec was remanded to ed, processed and released the Essex County Jail on on his his own recognizance, $10,000 bail with a 10% oppending a mandatory court tion, the NPD said. appearance. Dec. 4 Dec. 1 • Robert Guevara, 24, of • Yet another Nutley resiBelleville, was arrested and dent was fraudulently bilked issued a ticket charging him out of cash by a fraudster with drunken-driving, accordwho told the resident she ing to the NPD. Police owed $500 on an unpaid loan that didn’t exist. see NUTLEY page

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Ridge Road gas station robber sought NORTH ARLINGTON – olice are seeking a man who they say held up and robbed a service station in the borough last Thursday evening. North Arlington Police Capt. Scott Hedenberg, the department’s operations commander, said that officers responded to the LukOil gas station, 353 Ridge Road, near the Lyndhurst border, at about 9 p.m., on a report of a robbery. Hedenberg said the attendant on duty told police that a man entered the station office, displayed a large metal object and pushed and threatened the attendant while demanding cash. The attendant told police he turned over an estimated $200 to $300 and the bandit ran north on Ridge toward Albert St. where he reportedly entered a two-door vehicle, whose N.J. license plate the at-

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NETTING from bers designed to trap floatables as small as a half-inch in normal conditions but during big storm events, that control mechanism becomes overloaded with the rush of flood waters and the overflow is flushed out into the waterway, explained representatives of Neglia Engineering, the town’s

consulting engineering firm of Lyndhurst. “On the average,” according to Neglia’s Patrick J. Carberry, CSO project manager, “that happens 40 times a year at Kearny’s outfalls.” Now, under a new EPA permitting procedure that will apply to each of the 11 towns that send their wastes to the Passaic

Valley Sewerage Commission’s Newark treatment plant, “the feds want those overflow events reduced and they want improved outfall treatment,” said Michael Neglia, head of the firm. “This is going to be a very expensive undertaking,” Neglia told members of the Kearny governing body recently. And,

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years, Carberry said. EPA is requiring each permitee to report how much progress has been made by Jan. 31 each year. To help guide Kearny to achieving these objectives, on Nov. 10 the mayor and Town Council accepted Neglia’s recommendation and voted to retain HDR Inc., a global firm, with offices in Mahwah, specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services, to work with Neglia on the CSO project for an amount “not to exceed $75,986.” Among the options that will be explored, Neglia said, are: • Separating storm and sanitary lines. • Treating storm water at the outfalls, either with an on-site treatment facility, or by diverting the water to the PVSC plant by eliminating an outfall. • Providing a facility for the storage of overflow during storm events, either in piping or an underground chamber, for eventual transmission to the PVSC for treatment, Neglia said. All of these options could, reportedly, cost multi-millions of dollars which Kearny would have to bond – thereby saddling taxpayers with long-term debt obligations – unless it can partner with other towns in a regional approach to the CSO dilemma and/or secure low-interest loans from the N.J. Environmental Infrastructure Trust Fund and/or federal grants to pay for the improvements.

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Belleville Public Library, 221 Washington Ave., will offer a craft program, “Let it Snow,” on Dec. 12. Registration is required. To register, call 973450-3434. The American Legion, 621 Washington Ave., hosts a fundraiser for Toys for Belleville Tots on Dec. 11, from 7 to 11 p.m. Admission is a new toy or $10 donation. 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 at 973-751-6529. Clara Maass Medical Center is sponsoring a Breast Cancer Support Group that will meet on Monday, Dec. 14, at 4 p.m., at the Cancer Center at Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 Clara Maass Drive. Registration is required. To register, contact Raylene Langish at 973-450-2332 or rlangish@ barnabashealth.org. Dates are subject to change. Clara Maass Medical Center will also offer a series of parent education classes for which pre-registration is required. To register, call 1-888-724-7123, ext. 4. Here’s the schedule: • Welcome Baby! Sibling Program will be on Sunday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to noon, when pre-school and young school aged children are introduced to the exciting role of being an older sibling to help them feel involved. Cost is $15 per child. • A class on the basics of breast feeding is set for Monday, Dec. 14, from 7 to 9 p.m. Cost is $25 per person. • Weekend Childbirth Series is set for Saturday, Dec. 19, from 10 a.m. to noon, and Sunday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. This class provides information on the birth process, relaxation and breathing techniques, medication and postpartum adjustment. Cost is $100 for couples who will be delivering at Clara Maass Medical Center and $120 for all other couples. • Baby Shower Infant Care Class takes place Wednesday, Dec. 23, from 7 to 9 p.m.

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available at the door. There will also be a raffle for a Christmas stocking filled with toys and a 50-50 raffle. Grace United Methodist Church, 380 Kearny Ave., hosts the following programs: • Join in a discussion on the history of Christmas on SunKearny days, through Dec. 20, at noon Presbyterian Boys and Girls each day. For more informaClub, 663 Kearny Ave., will tion, contact the Rev. Gary hold its annual Christmas Frieze at gfrieze@hotmail. dance on Friday, Dec. 11, from com. 7 to 10 p.m. The dance will be • Enjoy the Christmas shopsupervised by PBGC Execuping spree and supper on tive Director Tom Fraser and Dec. 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. Shop members from the Board of for hand-crafted decorations, Directors. The dance is for candies, cookies, wreaths and teenagers only. more. The supper includes Kearny Elks Hoop Shoot soup, sandwich, dessert and basketball contest will be beverage for $8. For more held at the PBGC on Thursinformation, call 201-991-1132. day, Dec. 10, at 6 p.m. ChilKearny Public Library, 318 dren ages 8 to 13 are eligible. Kearny Ave., announces the Participants must bring their following programs: birth certificate. For more • Here’s a schedule for information, call Fraser at holiday family films being 201-991-6732 or Ron Pickel at screened: “Thomas’ Christ201-463-8447. mas Carol” – Thursday, Dec. Kearny Aerie 2214, Fraternal 10, at 4 p.m.; two animated Order of Eagles, will conduct shorts, “The Snowman” a canning fundraiser on Dec. and “The Snowman and the 12, from 9 a.m. to noon, outSnowdog” – Friday, Dec. 11, at side various local businesses, 4 p.m.; “Mickey’s Once Upon including Kearny Bank, Mida Christmas” – Thursday, Dec. Town Drugs and D&F Deli. 17 at 4 p.m.; “Mickey’s Twice Donations will go to charities, Upon a Christmas” – Monsuch as veterans groups, and day, Dec. 21, at 4 p.m.; “Polar to town recreation departExpress” – Wednesday, Dec. ments, schools, etc. 30, at 2 p.m.; and “Frozen” – The Eagles will also conThursday, Dec. 31, at 2 p.m. duct a blood drive on Monday, • Star Wars Appreciation Dec. 21, from 2:30 to 8:30 p.m., Day activities are schedat the Kearny Aerie site, 164 uled for Sunday, Dec. 13, at Midland Ave. To make an ap- 10 a.m. The event includes pointment, visit www.Tinyurl. games, chocolate molding and com/FOE2214BloodDrive. a theatrical presentation of Walk-ins are welcome. Bring “The Empire Strikes Back” as ID and eat before donating a vintage radio play by actors blood. All donors will receive from Raconteur Radio. Ada pair of movie tickets for do- mission is free. Seating will nating. For information about be limited to 100, on a firstdonor eligibility, call the N.Y. come, first-served basis. Blood Center at 1-800-933• An Indian cooking dem2566 or visit www.nybloodonstration is set for Wednescenter.org. day, Dec. 16, at 6 p.m. Plan on Kearny UNICO hosts a arriving early since seating is pancake breakfast with Santa limited and will be on a firston Saturday, Dec.12, at Apcome, first-served basis. plebee’s, 175 Passaic Ave., • Preschool Story Time from 8 to 10 a.m. A toy will be with adult participation for provided to each child who ages up to 4 is set for Tuesattends. Tickets are $10 per days, from 11 to 11:45 a.m. This child and adult. To purchase class repeats on Thursdays, advance tickets, contact Joe from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No at 201-998-6879 or Judy at classes on Dec. 10, 22, 24 and 201-991-5812 or Lou at 20129. 368-2409. Tickets will also be • Branch Library Preschool

Story Time with parent participation for ages up to 4 will take place on Wednesdays, from 10:15 to 11 a.m. The Branch Library is located at 759 Kearny Ave. No class on Dec. 30. • Join the children’s room staff for a holiday celebration from 4 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 22. Enjoy holiday crafts and refreshments. No need to register, but seating is limited. For more information, call the children’s room at 201-998-2666.

Lyndhurst

Children in grades pre-k to 4 are invited to wear their dressy holiday attire and take a picture with Santa at Lyndhurst Public Library, 355 Valley Brook Ave., on Wednesday, Dec.16, at 6:45 p.m. Registration is required so call in advance. To register, call the library at 201-8042478. Mary Lou Mullins’ monthly bus trip to Atlantic City is set for Sunday, Dec. 13, going to Resorts Casino. This month’s trip will be in a special Christmas party bus. Call Mary Lou at 201-933-2186 for reservations. The New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority announces its Third Tuesday of the Month Nature Walk, led by the Bergen County Audubon Society, at DeKorte Park on Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon. There is no charge. For more information, call 201230-4983 or email greatauk4@ gmail.com.

North Arlington

North Arlington Police Chief John Hearn and the Police Department Crime Prevention and Community Relations Unit are conducting their annual holiday toy drive. New, unwrapped toys may be dropped off at the police department through Dec. 11. Toys will be distributed to children in area hospitals, local families and others in need. North Arlington Senior Activity Center, 11 York Road, hosts a holiday celebration on Friday, Dec. 11, starting with a continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m., Bingo at 10:30 a.m., lunch

at noon and entertainment and a raffle from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information and for reservations, call 201-9985636. North Arlington Woman’s Club hosts a beefsteak dinner and Tricky Tray fundraiser on Friday, Dec. 11, from 7 to 11 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus hall, 194 River Road. Tickets are $40 (50/50 and raffle tickets sold separately). For tickets, call Christine at 201-577-1088 or Mary Ann at 201-997-8915. Proceeds help support local needy families during the holidays and groups such as North Arlington Volunteer Fire Department, Emergency Squad, HANDS, Inc., the Salvation Army and many other local, state and international organizations.

Nutley

Nutley Public Library, 93 Booth Drive, announces the following programs. For more information or to register for programs, call 973-667-0405. Registration is required only where noted. These programs are for Nutley residents only. • Manga/Anime Club for grades 7 to 12 meets on Friday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m., for a holiday party. • Tuesday Night Graphic Novel Club for adults meets on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. to discuss “Hawkeye: My Life as a Weapon” by Matt Fraction. Copies of each book are available at the library. Register online at nutleypubliclibrary.org/graphicnovelclub or by phone at 973-667-0405, ext. 2604. • Hooked-on-Books Club, for grades 4 to 6, meets on Friday, Dec. 18, at 3:30 p.m. Registration is required online. Nutley residents will receive priority registration. Holy Family Rosary Society sponsors a Christmas party open to all parishioners and friends on Saturday, Dec. 12, at Good Shepherd Academy, 24 Brookline Ave., at 7 p.m. The event includes a full buffet dinner from Ralph’s Pizzeria and Restaurant, desserts from Gencarelli’s Bakery and live entertainment. Admission is $30. For tickets and more information, call Josephine Russo at 973-667-7850.

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don’t think anybody on the governing body has hinted security force. toward anyone but the depuWhen he was named ty chief ” for the top job. chief, “our current Mayor Esposito said that as a Ray Kimble, a former police means of easing the transichief, was the township man- tion, “I’ve asked our current ager then,” Rotonda recalled. chief to have the deputy Another former township chief sit in on budget dispolice chief, Victor Canning, cussions so we’re not left in followed the same path, disarray when the current becoming township manager chief retires.” after his uniformed service. Moreover, Esposito Interim Township Mansaid, the township “has ager Kevin Esposito, who already called for a [state replaced Canning in March Civil Service] test for the 2012, said that the chief ’s deputy chief ’s position impending departure “will which should be scheduled be a big loss for the municiby April or May so we’re pality.” well-positioned for that Asked about Rotonda’s re- transition.” And, he said, placement, Esposito said that there would likely be a new Mark Minichini, the police captain appointed to fill department’s only deputy the vacancy that will likely chief, would be the logical result with the promotion of choice and that, as the town- one of existing captains to ship’s “appointing authority deputy chief. in charge of personnel,” he Asked if the township (Esposito) would be making might consider amending the selection. the police department’s “He’s got more than 25 Table of Organization to reyears of experience in the turn to three deputy chiefs, department,” Esposito said. Esposito said: “I believe the “He deserves it. He’s a people of Belleville are wellstrong leader. We currently served by the current T.O.” have five captains [but] I In an interview with The RETIRING from

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Blue Tide boys ready to roll on hardwood Noel Colon enters his third season as the head boys’ basketball coach at Harrison High School and while the Blue Tide players are more comfortable with Colon at the helm, the coach realizes that it’s a different perspective every year. “Every year presents a different challenge,” said Colon, who was a standout player during his heyday at both North Bergen High and Ramapo College. “Unless you have a veteran team, there are going to be challenges. You just try to do your best for the team.” Colon faced different obstacles in each of his first two years with the Blue Tide. During the first year, the Blue Tide raced out to a 5-1 record. “But then we won just two games the rest of the way,” he said. Last year, Harrison got off to a slow start, losing their first four games. “We then went 17-3 the rest of the way,” Colon said of his team that finished with a 17-8 record a year ago. “You try to balance out the guys who played for you before and you know what they bring

to the table,” Colon said. “You then have the new guys and it’s interesting to see how they develop. Right now, the kids are working hard. The effort is there. The younger ones just need to learn the game on a consistent basis. If they do that, then we should be able to be competitive in our league.” The Blue Tide finished second in the NJIC Liberty Division race to DwightEnglewood last year, but should be able to compete for top honors this season. “From January on, we were the best team in the league last year,” Colon said. “We improved a lot in the second half of the season.” One of the major reasons why Colon is so optimistic about the coming season is the return of junior guard Quincy Rutherford, one of the most talented basketball players to come from Harrison in a long time. The 6-foot-3 Rutherford, who can play either guard position, averaged 16 points per game last year. There were rumors that Rusee VIEW page

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a job at St. Benedict’s.’ It’s a place that means so much to our family (Mike DiPiano Sr. he circumstances behind was the long-time wrestling coach at St. Benedict’s), but it the Nutley High School took me by surprise.” head wrestling coaching Mike DiPiano was all set to change happened in a flash. return to Northern Valley-DeFrank DiPiano, who rebuilt marest, where he was the head the Nutley program from coach for the last four years. mediocrity to one of the finest “After Frankie told me he in Essex County and frankly in was leaving, (Nutley athletic all of New Jersey, decided to director) Joe Piro pulled me leave after four years to take into his office and told me a job with his alma mater St. that he wanted me to take the Benedict’s Prep. So where does athletic direc- job,” Mike DiPiano said. “I was still making my schedule for tor Joe Piro go for a replaceDemarest. I just booked a tourment? How about DiPiano’s nament (the Kearny Holiday brother? Tournament) that week. When “It came totally out of the Joe told me he wanted me to blue,” said Mike DiPiano, the head girls’ soccer coach at Nut- take over, I had to think about ley and assistant softball coach it.” At the same time, Piro who teaches at the school. “We reached out to Demarest were sitting on the couch one day and he just said, ‘I’m taking athletic director Greg Butler, a Nutley resident and good

friend of Piro’s. “Piro called Butler to let him know,” DiPiano said. “I then went to Piro with my thoughts and decided I’d take the job.” DiPiano also had his family in mind. “My daughter Mia is getting older and she comes to games and matches and keeps score,” DiPiano said. “She loves it. So now she can be at every match. I always have been one to do things for others and made a lot of sacrifices for others. I always put others in front of me. But this decision was made with Mia in mind.” But what about his former wrestlers at Demarest? “It was extremely tough,” DiPiano said. “When I made the decision, I didn’t sleep for a few days. It was very emotional. To be honest, it sucked. see NUTLEY next page

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medal in Atlantic City. His goal is to get to the top of the medal stand in AC. He knows his goal and wants to grab it.” Senior Robert Duxbury is a fixture in the Maroon Raiders’ lineup at 138 pounds. “He’s a four-year varsity wrestler who has had a good career,” DiPiano said. “He’s a hard-working kid. This is his last chance. I’ve been telling him that he should not have to worry about cutting weight this year. He can just wrestle. I’m expecting a big year out of him. He should be able to attain his goals.” Senior Louis Long is the team’s 170-pound captain. “He’s a great kid who is going to be one of the leaders on this team,” DiPiano said. “I’m in awe of how hard this kid works.” Sophomore Frank Gabriele will be at 126 pounds this year after wrestling at 106 last year as a freshman where he won 20 matches. “It’s a big jump up, but he’ll handle it,” said DiPiano, who also has junior Brandon Burbank at the weight. The Maroon Raiders have two freshmen in Dominick

Cofone and Shane Manieri battling for time at 106 and 113 pounds. “Cofone wrestles all the time and has wrestling in his blood,” DiPiano said. Confone is related to the Montes family that owns most of the wrestling records in the school. The 120-pound class is being shared by a pair of juniors in Seamus Hargrave and Cameron Serra. Frank DiMaio, a 132-pound sophomore, returns after winning 15 matches last year. “We can move him all over the place, wherever we need him,” DiPiano said. Junior C.J. Haddock, the soccer standout who didn’t wrestle last year, and junior Joey DiPasquale are in the mix at 145 and 152 pounds, with Darwin Pena. Senior John Zarro is the 160-pounder. “He’s worked very hard and provides good senior leadership,” DiPiano said of Zarro. “He’s going to have a big year.” The 182-pound class is being shared by senior Gerard D’Alessio, sophomore Joey D’Alessio (brothers) and junior

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NUTLEY from “It was one of the toughest things I had to do. This totally came out of the blue. I didn’t expect it. It was a crazy couple of days. I spent four good years at Demarest and worked with a lot of great kids.” However, how many people get to step into a new job that was formulated by his brother? “It’s a great situation,” DiPiano said. “It’s already established. Frankie did a great job. We did a lot of things together. We had meets and went to tournaments. I knew a lot of the kids already. I’m in the building, so it was an easy takeover. I knew that coming in, we were going to compete right away.” Leading the returnees for the Maroon Raiders is senior Darwin Pena, who should be competing in the 152-pound or 160-pound class. Pena won more than 30 matches last year, was the district champion and was one match away from qualifying for the NJSIAA state tournament in Atlantic City. “We talked a while together before I got the job,” DiPiano said. “He put in a good summer and he should be in the mix to

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program, he’s the one who has improved the most,” Colon said of Danielian. “He’s a very good athlete. He can put the ball on the floor and get to the basket. He has a nice shot. He played a lot this summer and understands the role he has on the team. He’s going to help us if he doesn’t try to do too much,” Colon said. Another key addition is senior Piotr Namiotko, the 6-foot-5 volleyball superstar who is playing basketball for the first time. Namiotko will be one of the top five returning volleyball standouts in

cated to the program. He’s a tough, hard-nosed kid who plays the game hard. He’s also a good shooter who defends well. He’s going to help us if he remains committed.” Baseball standout Marquis Valentin is also back for another go on the hardwood. The 6-foot-2 Valentin is a

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“It’s good to be back. I missed coaching. I had some success here as a coach. I missed the kids and missed the game situafter four years away tions the most.” from being the head Boyce replaces Tom boys’ basketball coach McGuire, who resigned to at his alma mater, Christian become the head coach at Boyce has returned to his roots, Lyndhurst. namely Queen of Peace High “When Tommy told me he School. was stepping down, I thought “It feels good,” said Boyce, it was a good fit for me,” said who stepped away a few years Boyce, who also serves as the ago to pursue educational opschool’s assistant admission portunities, then returned last director. “I think this all came season as an assistant coach.

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more focused on being a leader. I think he’s doing that. He’s more vocal than ever before and sees the young talent in the gym every day. He takes the time to mentor the young kids.” One of the talented youngsters is freshman Josh PierreLouis, the younger brother of standout guard Nate PierreLouis, who was a standout at both St. Peter’s Prep as a freshman, then St. Benedict’s Prep as a sophomore and now is at Roselle Catholic. “He’s a different type of player than his brother,” Boyce said of the 5-foot-11 PierreLouis. “Josh is more of a floor leader. He has a decent jump shot and he’s already answering Division I offers.” It sure appears as if the local colleges have started the recruiting process even further, now expanding to eighth graders. Another key Golden Griffin contributor is 6-foot-4 junior with a funky name – forward Ibn Loyal, a transfer from Hudson Catholic. “Ibn is extremely athletic,” Boyce said. “I like everything about his game. He plays above the rim a lot of the time.” Bryan Henderson, a 6-foot-3 shooting forward, will get the first crack at starting, despite being a freshman. “He’s one of the best shooters I’ve ever seen,” Boyce said of Henderson. “He’s also a smart, intelligent player who is going to make a strong contribution to this team.” Rajah Cameron is a 5-foot-8 guard “who is extremely ath continued next page

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athletic and great on defense,” according to Boyce. Isa Brown is a 6-foot-5 power forward and is also part of the Golden Griffins’ talented freshman crop. “He’s very raw, but extremely talented,” Boyce said. “He plays hard and is a good defender.

He’s going to be a very good player for us.” Junior Justin Thompson is a 6-foot-3 guard and a transfer from Montclair Immaculate. He will be eligible to play right away, since his family moved residences. “He’s also very athletic and

can be creative with the ball,” Boyce said. “He’s also our defensive stopper.” The Golden Griffins open the second portion of the Christian Boyce era with a game against Harrison on Dec. 18. They will also participate in the Lyndhurst Christmas Tour-

nament, which could mean a reunion with McGuire. Needless to say, Boyce is glad to be back and has strong aspirations for the coming season. “Of course, I always have high hopes,” Boyce said. “I just don’t know how good we’ll be. But we’re going to be a very

tough team to play against.” There were rumors that the school was close to extinction, but with the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams flourishing, those rumors can be put to rest. “I think the prospects look good,” Boyce said.

No Nutley veteran left behind   NUTLEY – Residents throughout the township are writing letters to hometown  veterans and dropping them off in Nutley’s new Veterans Mailbox, located in  front of the Department of Public Affairs office, 149 Chestnut St.     “If you wish to write a veteran a letter, please address it to Nutley Veteran (no  postage necessary) and

dresses are put on letters. All letters are addressed simply to Nutley Veteran.  The Public Affairs office will be the return address.     “You can provide us your address under separate cover, and we will forward  you any reply we receive,” Rogers said.     For further information, contact Courtney Johnson at 973-284-4976, ext. 6.

drop it in our special mailbox. We will make sure a  Nutley veteran gets your letter,” said Commissioner Steven Rogers.     This is a Nutley program, therefore the letters are going to Nutley veterans only:  active, retired, reserves and honorably discharged.    Letters can be dropped off at any time. This is a 365-daya-year program. No  ad-

State may help with medical costs for kids East Newark Mayor Joseph R. Smith has announced the availability of funding  to help New Jersey families cope with uncovered medical expenses for their  children.     Smith said that, according to information provided by the N.J. Department of  Human Services, any N.J. family -- regardless of income and whether insured or  uninsured -- may be eligible for assistance under the state’s

Catastrophic Illness  in Children Relief Fund.    The guidelines as used by the commission are as follows: Child was age 21 or younger when the expenses occurred; uncovered medical expenses  incurred exceeded 10% of the first $100,000 of a family’s annual income, plus  15% of income over $100,000; child’s parents or legal guardians have been residents of New Jersey for

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at least three months prior to submitting  an application. Temporary residents are not eligible.     Smith noted that the fund

covers a wide range of health and medical services,  including services that traditional health insurance may not cover.

For further information, call 800-335-FUND (3863) or visit  www.njcatastrophicfund.org and begin the process online.

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Police said McCall provided evasive answers him to the ground and as to his identity and took his wallet. The vic- destination and that a tim, who suffered a cut warrant check showed lip, chased the mugger he had a $250 one from south on the avenue and Lyndhurst on a hypoderwest on Grove St. but mic-needle charge. In a then lost sight of him. search incident to arrest, Police said the assailant the Kearny cops said he was described only as a was found to have a glass white male, probably in pipe. He was charged his 30s. Det. Bryant Obie with possession of drug is conducting a followparaphernalia, processed up investigation. on the warrant and held on an additional $1,000 Dec. 2 bail pending pick-up Officers John Fabula by the Lyndhurst PD or and Victor Girdwood transfer to the Hudson were on patrol at StewCounty Jail. art Ave. and Elm St. at 9 ••• a.m. when they observed At 8:15 p.m., Officers Brendan McCall, 24, Jean and Gonzalez spotof Kearny, with whom ted Alfonso Parada, 26, police reportedly are of Newark, on the 100 familiar. McCall apparblock of Kearny Ave., ently also observed them, confirmed that he was because the officers said wanted and arrested he immediately reversed him on two outstanding direction, attempted to Kearny warrants, both obscure his face with a for $500 (no 10% option), hoodie and a hat and then stemming from DWI and disappeared into a deli. drug-possession charges, There, he was reportpolice said. He was edly found trying to hide subsequently released on behind a display rack. bail. KPD from

Dec. 3 At 6:30 a.m., Officers Fabula and Renee Crawford came upon Adam Szczachor, 31, of Garfield, apparently passed out in the cab of a Dodge Ram pick-up, its engine still running, at Jefferson and W. Bennett Aves. When efforts to rouse the driver were unsuccessful, Fabula managed to unlock the door to turn off the truck, and reportedly observed in the center console a piece of suspected crack cocaine. When Szczachor was eventually awakened, police said, he was aware neither of where he was nor how he got there, Following FSTs, he was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. After processing at HQ , he was additionally charged with possession of crack, operating an MV while in possession of a CDS, refusing an Alcotest and driving while suspended. – Karen Zautyk

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Book- signing with author Barbara Krasner stories behind Kearny’s heroes -- the people he Kearny Public whose contributions Library will premade Kearny the thrivsent a book-signing ing, diverse community next week with local au- it is today. thor Barbara Krasner in Ed Karolasz gave celebration of her latest his life for his country publication, “Legendary during the war in Iraq. Locals of Kearny,” which Councilman Norman has just been released by Doyle helped a young Arcadia Publishing. girl get the medical On Wednesday, Dec. attention she needed. 16, at 6 p.m., Krasner will College student Gabribe at the Main Library, ela Salvador restores 318 Kearny Ave., to sign historic costumes for copies of the book, the town museum. Real which will be available estate developers Louis for purchase. “Please Lindblom and Edward join us in supporting the Strong built the town’s publication of this local financial institutions and title,” said Josh Humthe Arlington section. phrey, Library director, Educators Peg Bixler who offered a synopsis and Barbara Toczko of the contents: devoted themselves to Heroes lead, inspire, their students. And from and perform memorable the community known acts that shape of lives as Soccertown USA of others. In the pages came John Harkes, Tony of “Legendary Locals,” Meola and Tab Ramos, readers will learn the who played on the U.S.

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Getting in the spirit of the season

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Kearny’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting Festival was held last Thursday night. Sponsored by the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone program, the event was attended by Mayor Alberto Santos and members of the Town Council (top l.) and featured Jingle Bell stage performances (top c.) sponsored by River Terminal Development, Santa and Mrs. Claus and elves (top r.) and kids dressed in holiday costumes (bottom), among other attractions. ACROSS 1. Post-employment insurance 6. T-cell killer 9. Many focuses 13. Finno-____ language 14. Cassius Clay 15. Noted Impressionist 16. Russian pancakes 17. And not 18. Oxygen-containing compound 19. *Spiked holiday libation 21. *a.k.a. Timothy Cratchit 23. Not a regular teacher 24. Animal waste 25. ____ y pimienta 28. *Hanukkah dreidel has Hebrew letter on each one 30. 1/100th of a ruble 35. “____ to perfection” 37. Habitual twitches 39. Wood turning device 40. Back of neck 41. Like the north face? 43. Inmate’s weapon 44. Nashville player 46. Edible tubes 47. Prima donna’s numbers 48. Not digital 50. Wide river valley 52. Break a commandment 53. No parking ____ 55. *Done during Christmas dinner 57. *Pan-African celebration 61. *Festival of ____ 64. Relating to birth 65. Knot-tying words 67. Shoelace bunny ears 69. Skip the big wedding 70. Jean-Claude ____ Damme 71. Bar, legally 72. Familiar deciduous trees 73. Hurricane center 74. Easily irritated

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Gertrude Balducci Gertrude Balducci (nee Messina), 95, passed away on Monday, Nov. 30. Born in Orange, she resided with her beloved husband of 49 years, the late Leonard Balducci, in both Kearny and Belmar, and since 1985 had been a permanent resident of Ocala, Fla. During World War II, she served as a Red Cross nurse’s aide and, until her marriage in 1948, worked as assistant to the president of Lionel Trains in New Jersey. Her extensive community involvement included: past-president of the Arlington Women’s Club; pastpast-president of the Rotary Ann Club and as a member of St. Stephen’s Rosary Society; lifetime member, Catholic Daughters of America, Court Cecelia 811; Women’s Auxiliary, West Hudson Hospital, all of Kearny; charter member and secretary, Bayley-Sexton League of Seton Hall Prep; a member of the Mother’s Club of Queen of Peace High School and Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, Ocala Christian Women’s Connection, Blessed Trinity Council of Catholic Women. She is survived by her children Leonard Balducci III and Lisa Balducci Brook; and her sister Marie ‘Mimi’ Uricoli. Also surviving are her grandchildren Lora Brooks Iosa, Lane Brooks and Michael, Gina, and Che Balducci and her great-granddaughters Addison and Harper Iosa. In lieu of flowers or Masses, please make donations to The LoveLady Center, 7916 2nd Ave. So., Birmingham, Ala. 35206. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Country-

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Since 1995, she had served as vice president of Executive Media, Inc., where she produced corporate events and video programs. Among her many blue-chip clients were IBM, John Hancock, Knoll Pharmaceuticals, the New Jersey Education Association, the Jo Anne Bernadette Yaremko New York Society of Association Executives, Pepsi-Cola, Hitachi, Humana and Siemens. Jo Anne’s interests were many and far-reaching: bicycling, snorkeling, crosscountry skiing, raising koi, and collecting antique dolls, salt dishes and Inuit sculpture. Jo Anne is survived by her husband of 50 years, Peter; Jo Anne Bernadette two daughters, Wendy, of Yaremko, of Truro, Mass., and Madison, Conn., and Julie, Vieques, Puerto Rico, died at of Stratford, Conn.; three first light on the morning of grandsons, Erik, Connor and Dec. 1. She had struggled with Andrew; her brother, John, of breast cancer since 1999, and Buford, Ga.; and sister, Felicia, was without pain, unafraid of Monroe, N.Y. and in the embrace of her husFuneral arrangements were band and daughters when she managed by Gately McHoul fell asleep in the Lord. Funeral Home, 94 Harry Kemp Jo Anne, daughter of Joseph Way, Provincetown, Mass. A and Rose Caruso of Hasbfuneral Mass was celebrated at rouck Heights, held degrees St. Peter the Apostle Church in education and speech from in Provincetown. Interment Fordham University. She was was in Holy Cross Cemetery an early childhood teacher in in North Arlington. Madison Township and RidgeFriends who wish to make a field, Conn., where she also donation on Jo Anne’s behalf operated a 200-student dance in lieu of flowers may constudio for more than a decade. sider her favorite charity, St. She was a dancer, actor and Jude’s Research Hospital. choreographer of numerous Expressions of condolence theater productions, including for the family may be left in the title role in the premiere the guest book at gatelyfunerof “Lady Kay.” alservice.com.

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KEARNY Beautiful 1 BR, EIK, Refridgerator. $925/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. No Smoking. Avl. Now. (973) 309-5773

KEARNY KEARNY 1 BR. Apt. Bldg. Arlington Sect. Newly Renovated. Laundry on Premises. HT/HW included. Near Transportation. No pets. $850/mo.+ sec. (201) 998-4972

BELLEVILLE 2 BR, HT/HW included. Newly Renovated. Please call KEARNY 95 Windsor St. (973) 686-8359. 3 BR, LR, DR, Bath, Kitchen. $1,100/month. 1 HARRISON month security. Avl. Now. (404) 901-4053 HARRISON 1st flr. Apt, (404) 901-4054. 3 BR, LR, Kitchen & Bath. $1,350, 1 ½ months KEARNY 2nd floor, 2 security. Available Jan. bedrooms, 1bath, LR, 1. Apartment is in good DR, kitchen. No Pets. No condition. Call laundry hook up. (973) 704-4246 or Dishwasher, Stove, (201) 889-8749. Microwave. Utilities Separate. $1300/mth. 1 ½ mth security. Available HARRISON Spacious, January 1, 2016 quiet 1BR apt on 3rd fl, 1 (201) 991-1163 LR. Walk to PATH.Tenant pays utility, 900/month, KEARNY Kearny 2nd 1.5 month deposit. fl. 2 BR, LR, Kitchen. Avl. (732) 693-1249. January 1st. (201) 998-9322. HARRISON 1 BR LR, kitchen, 1 bathroom. No smoking. No pets Utilities included $1150/ month 1-½ month security (973) 268-9572 HARRISON Modern Studio apt. 2nd Fl. Private Entrance. Refrigerator. No pets. $775/month. utilities not included. Security & lease. (862) 223-9974.

KEARNY Newly Renovated 2 bedrooms, 2nd floor, $1250/month + Utilities. 1 1/2 month security. No Pets. (201) 314-3814. KEARNY 3 rooms, 1 BR, 1st fl. H/W floors and ceramic Tiles, HT/HW included. 1 month security. $950/month. No smoking. No pets. (201) 2075160 / (201) 991-8846.

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KEARNY Arlington Section, 2nd floor, 1 bedroom apt. $1,000/ month. HT/HW included. Owner occupied. No smoking. No pets. 1-1/2 months security. Available JanNov. 1st. After 10am (201) 998-0297 (201) 424-1846. KEARNY Arlington Section 3rd fl. 1 BR, LR, Kitchen, Utilities included. $1,100/month + 1 month security. Near transportation. Avl. Jan. 1st.(201) 937-1470. KEARNY Arlington section, 5 Large Rooms, LR, Formal DR, Mod. EIK, 2 smaller BR’s. $1,350/month plus utilities. 1 mo. sec. Call (732) 859-9957. KEARNY 5 room apt. 3rd fl. good location. $1,200/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security, Carpets. No pets. No smoking. Avl. Jan 1st. (201) 998-2615 KEARNY 2 BR, LR, DR, 1 Full Bath & Kitchen. $1,300/month. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. (201) 855-2761.

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KEARNY off Kearny Ave. 3rd fl. Clean, Small Kitchenette, $450/month. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. (973) 668-8305

N.ARLINGTON prime location on Ridge rd. 2,500sq. ft. Can be used for Retail, office or medical space. On Ground floor. Off street parking call for details (201) 538-1319 or (201) 997-2341

Full Time Receptionist We are a fast paced environment that needs a team player, this position requires attention to detail & front office professionalism with the ability to multi-task. Insurance office experience a plus. Biliigual English/Spanish. Portuguese a plus. 201-998-8400.

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KEARNY Own private entrance 2nd fl apt. of 2 family home 2 BR totally renovated. All new H/W floors. $1,350/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. (201) 948-6161. 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 Arlington Section, 5 rooms, 2 BR’s, LR, DR, Large EIK. 1st fl of 2 family. Just renovated. Kitchen w/granite & SS app, W/D in unit, all new floors, $1650/month HT/HW Separate. No Pets. Ref req. & Application. (201) 320-7402 KEARNY Newer 2 BR, LR kitchen, no pets. Separate utilities. 1 1/2 months security. Central Air. (973) 380-9007.

KEARNY 1 BR apt. on 52 Liberty St. HT/HW included. H/W floors. $975/ month. 1 month security. KEARNY Studio & 1 BR No pets. For more Info. apt. HT/HW included. ElCall (201) 306-2994. evated building. Laundry facility on premises. From $825/month,. Call Sofia KEARNY 2 BR, 2nd fl. 2 after 3pm 201-998-3516 family house. No pets. or see super after 3pm 1 1/2 months security. 654 Elm St. Apt $1400/month HT/HW Basement 1. included. Avl. Now. (201) 994-5056. KEARNY 3 Clean rooms. HT/HW included. From NEWARK $925/month. See super 6 woodland Ave. Apt. 1, or call after 5pm NEWARK (917) 858- 8246 for 165 Sanford Ave. appointment. Newly renovated, 1 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

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BR $875/mo. Vailsburg/ Near Seton Hall. HT/HW included. Brick Historic Bldg. H/W Floors. Refrigerator, Ceiling Fans. 1 month security. Section 8 ok. No fees. No pets. 973-216-9470.

HARRISON 1 attic room for rent. $450/month, everything included E.NEWARK TONALLY cable & internet. RENOVATED 2 BR, LR, (973) 525- 3860. KITCHEN, HT INCLUDED. $1,050/MONTH. 3RD FL. AVL. JAN. 1ST. BELLEVILLE 3rd fl. (201) 988-7536. Utilities included. Shared Bathroom. Require 1 N. NEWARK month Security. No N.NEWARK Government Smoking. Call Maria Section Eight preffered. 1 (973) 759-7077. BR, Completely renovated. 1st fl. New tile, bath & HOUSE kitchen new H/W floors. FOR SALE Private entrance. Call (973) 202-8580.

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

N.ARLINGTON BRAND NEW 2 BR APT. LR, DR, KITCHEN, PARKING FOR 1 CAR, C/A,. $1,300/ MONTH + UTILITES. AVL. KEARNY Small 1 JANURAY 1ST CALL Family home. Completely CARLOS (201) 988-7536. renovated, kitchen, LR, 2 bedrooms, finished baseN.ARLINGTON 2nd fl. 4 ment. $1500/month, room apt. quiet neigh- 1-1/2 months security borhood, near transpor- + utilities. Available Oct. tation. $1,150/month + 1st. (732) 364-0702 utilities. Years lease. 1.5 months security. (973) 838-1662 CONDO

LYNDHURST Ridge rd. 5 room office, ideal for chiropractor or dentist. Used as Chiropractor office for many years. $1,300/month. HT/HW included. (201) 306-8068.

KEARNY 2 room office space 2nd Fl. great location.600 sq.ft. $600/month. (201) 997-2341

N.ARLINGTON Best Ridge rd. location. For Business or profession. 1,100 sq.ft divided into seperate rooms. Ideal for any of the above. Avl. Jan. Call (201) 933-0364.

FOR RENT N.ARLINGTON 1st. fl. Small Cozy 2 BR apt., $1,300/month + utilities + security. Avl. Now. (862) 684-0526 N.ARLINGTON 5 Renovated rooms, C/A. No pets. $1,350/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security, (201) 997-3348 N.ARLINGTON 5 rooms, 2 BR, New Carpeting, Ceramic tiles, W/D in apt. 1 month security. $1,200/ month. No smoking. No pets. (201) 207-5160 (201) 991-8846.

W. ORANGE W.ORANGE 2nd fl. 2 BR, LR, DR, EIK, 1 Bath. $1,400/month. Proof of income. Credit report. 1 month security. HT/HW included. No Pets. No smoking. Avl. Now. (973) 994-0439.

ROOM FOR RENT BELLEVILLE $460/ mth plus 1/2 mth security. Fully furnished. Male preferred. Call after 5pm (973) 450- 9457 Must have spanish translator.

KEARNY 1 Bedroom condo. $1,000/month Highly + utilities. 529 Kearny N.ARLINGTON Ave. Call Sophia for apt. visible, well located corner property with easy (201) 998-3516 in & out, free standing one- story office for rent. ROOMMATE Bright lobby area, great “bull-pen” easily divided WANTED into offices, private office, conference room, KEARNY Roommate kitchen area and offwanted for exchange street parking. Total of of company for 2700sf, owner is willing elderly woman from to sub-divide to suit your 6pm-8:30am. Female needs. Has two separate preferred. Must speak entrances so space can Spanish. (973) 309-5773 be split up. Ideal for or (973) 951-3435. Doctor, CPA, Law office, etc. Bathrooms and STORE lobby just remodeled. Endless possibilities so FOR RENT come visit us, you’ll be glad you did.” Please Call N.Arlington on ridge (908) 418-8523 Road Office/Storefront. New HT. & C/A ParkEMPLOYMENT/ ing. 1400 sq.ft Building. HELP WANTED Excellent condition. $1,800/month + utilities. owner Special law 201-280-7483. enforcement BLOOMFIELD Established deli/grocery store 850sq.ft. 8 door walk in freezer. $1,300/ month + 1 1/2 months security. Call (201) 998-2101

officer. PT positions to ork up to 20hrs wk, $18-$24/hr. For details, applic and residency req, go to www.kearnynj.org. Town of Kearny, Kearny NJ EOE/ADA

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Reliable, responsible person needed for dynamically growing manufacturer in busy shipping and receiving area. Experience preferred. Must be able to operate a forklift. Excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K with company match. Qualified Individuals should apply at 147 N. Michigan Ave., Kenilworth, NJ.

Polyurethane caster Manufacturer of cast polyurethane components is seeking and individual with experience in automated casting machines and hand batching various formulations of polyuthane. Excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K with company match. Qualified indivuduals should apply at Precision Escalator 147 N. Michigan Ave. Kenilworth NJ. We use E-Verify. 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.

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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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 Corporate Security Cambridge Security is hiring for a corporate office in W. Caldwell NJ, Mon – Fri $10.81/hr, must have car, Valid SORA, 1 year corporate security Exp. Apply Mon –Fri 9am–4pm & Tues. until 8pm 90 Mulberry St, Newark NJ (973) 566-9400 Mr. Gonzalez

CDL Driver Wanted - Adult Medical Day Care (Belleville) PT/FT Driver for adult medical daycare in Essex county needed. A CDL with Class B and Endorsement P a MUST!!! Spanish speaking a plus. No nights or weekends. Competitive Salary. Call Monday thru Friday only between 10 AM and 5 PM. Call 973-751-6000 or Fax resume to 973-751-1190 Bilingual Telemarketer

needed for fast paced AllState office in Kearny, excellent verbal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers. Telemarketing experience a plus 201-998-8400. Part time cleaning people needed. Mon.12pm-8pm Wed. 6am-2pm Thursday 2:30-8pm Friday 12pm-8pm Interviews Wed. 12pm-1pm 38 Johnston Ave., Kearny

Drivers: NE Regional Run. $.44cpm. Monthly Bonus. Home Weekly. Complete Benefit Package. Rider Program Immediately. 100% No-Touch. 70% D&H. 888-406-9046

Heating/Air Conditioning Experienced Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Needed. Must Have 3-5 Years Experience. Must Have Valid Drivers License (clean record). 401K and Benefits available. Email Resume to ultraair@comcast.net or Fax to 973-450-4885

Teachers Aide To work in Kearny Day care from 9AM-5PM. Experience & CDA preferred. Please Call (201) 991- 5684 between 3-6pm.

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

CDL Class A Drivers - So. Kearny tank cleaning company has immediate openings for 2nd and 3rd shift yard switchers. Holiday & Vacation paid. Must have CDL Class A, clean background and verifiable work history. Starting salary at $17.00/hr. Please call Mike C. at 973-589-3300.

CLEANING SERVICES Couple from Poland will clean houses, apartments, offices. References.

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

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

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HANDYMAN SERVICES HANDYMAN All types of home repair at reasonable cost. Free Estimate Augi (201) 575-6842 Fernando Ferrer European Experience Ceramic Work, Carpentry, Painting (201) 428-4477

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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

Exterior/ Interior William J. McGuire Senior Discounts.

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LANDSCAPING & DESIGN 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

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

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

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Kevin’s Home Improvements Painting, Plastering, Sheet rocking, Wall papering & Much More. Veryneat & Clean. No money down. Fully insured Senior Discounts. 201-565-6393 Painting & Decorating Andreas Painting Professional HousePainter 165. Interior & Exterior Printing - Plastering - Taping Free Estimates (201) 997-0706 Speak slow in answering machine please

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

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

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Drivers: Stay sober this holiday season KEARNY – As part of the annual end-of-year “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over”  statewide campaign, law enforcement officers in Kearny will be cracking down  on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs. Beginning Dec. 11 and continuing  through Jan. 1, local and state law enforcement will conduct saturation patrols  and sobriety checkpoints looking for motorists who may be driving while  intoxicated/impaired.     The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” effort endeavors to raise  awareness about the dangers of impaired driving through a combination of high-visibility enforcement and public education. According to authorities, impaired  driving “traditionally increases by nearly 10%” during the holiday season.     Last year, 27% of all motor vehicle fatalities in New Jersey were alcohol-related.  Nation-

ally, more than 10,000 people die each year in drunken-driving crashes. The  societal cost associated with these crashes is estimated to be $37 billion  annually.     Law enforcement agencies participating in the “Drive Sober” crackdown offer  the following advice for holiday season:     • Take mass transit, a taxicab, or ask a sober friend to drive you home.   • Spend the night where the activity or party is held.   • If you see an impaired driver on

the road, contact law enforcement. Your  actions may save someone’s life, and inaction could cost a life.   • Always buckle-up, every ride. It’s your best defense against an impaired  driver.   • If you are intoxicated and traveling on foot, the safest way to get home is to  take a cab or have a sober friend or family member drive or escort you to your  doorstep.   • Be responsible. If someone you know is drinking, do not let that person get  behind the wheel.

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FBLA collects holiday treats for needy Members of Belleville High School’s Future Business Leaders of America   (FBLA) organized a cannedfood drive prior to the Thanksgiving recess. During  their meeting Nov. 19, FBLA members collected nearly 200 canned and non- perishable food items, which were distributed to Belleville families in need as  they prepared for their Thanksgiving dinners.     The members were asked to bring a variety of food pantry items that were  categorized by grade, with freshmen bringing fruits, sophomores bringing meats,  juniors bringing desserts, and seniors bringing vegetables. FBLA Community  Service Vice President Karen Wong led the collection and organized the boxes  with other FBLA officers: Joseph Murante, Paolo Hinahon, Vincent Abanilla,  Aum Parekh, Joshua Pascual

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and Nicole Posadas. Supervised by advisers Corey  Woodring and Gerard Fabiano, the members enjoyed a small Thanksgiving Day  party in the senior cafeteria.     “Here at Belleville High School, we are thankful and appreciative for everything  we have,” said Wong, “and are happy that we can help make Thanksgiving  dinners for families who are struggling to make ends meet. This was a club  effort, and

we are glad that Belleville High School FBLA can help make a  difference for a couple of families in the community.”     FBLA thanked Principal Russell Pagano for his support for all its community service projects. FBLA is always trying to give back to the  community, and next up is its annual toy drive. The members look forward to  making even more families happy for the holidays this year.

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Winners of the Harrison East Newark Elks Lodge 2326 annual Hoop Shoot Contest show off their medals. From l., are Hoop Shoot Chairman Larry Kelly, girls 8-9  winner Sarah Vares, girls 10-11 winner Samantha Montesoleoco, boys 10-11  winner Elijiah Santiago, 12-13 winner Dylan Villalta, 8-9 winner Jordan Downs and Exalted Ruler Larry Bennett.

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