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Settlement: team stays, pays PILOT By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON – The Red Bull Arena property will be tax-exempt but Harrison will collect an annual PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) fee and the soccer team will stay in town for at least the next two decades. Those are some of the key ingredients of a proposed settlement of the longstanding tax appeal filed by the Red Bulls, involving the team owners, the Town of Harrison, the Harrison Redevelopment Agency and the Hudson County Improvement Authority. If all the parties sign on to the deal and if the state Supreme Court agrees, it will end the Red Bull ownership’s six-year court fight for taxexempt status as a “public entertainment” enterprise. Along the way, the state Tax Court and the state Appellate Court ruled, for different reasons, that Harrison had the right to collect property taxes from the owners, with the appeals panel concluding, in a 3-0 vote, that right extended not only to the stadium but also to the land. That didn’t stop Red Bull from appealing to the state Supreme Court which shocked see RED BULL page

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f and when Kearny convinces the N.J. Sports & Exposition Authority to vacate the Keegan land-

fill, the town can consider limited recreational/commercial/industrial uses for the property. Those scenarios are listed in a Jan. 26 “site review and preliminary future use study” prepared for the town by en-

gineering consultants Hatch Mott MacDonald in consultation with CBRE, a leading global real estate services provider. First, in an assessment of the environmental health of the site, HMM says concen-

trations of metals such as nickel, cadmium and chromium dramatically declined since January 2008 “when containment systems were constructed” and the former see KEEGAN page

‘Lock your car doors,’ Nutley’s chief pleads By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent

NUTLEY – The township continues to see a spike in thefts from vehicles, and the police chief says most could have been avoided if residents had simply locked their cars.

Between March 12 and 18, 20 vehicles were broken into — and over the last few months, there have been nearly 50 such incidents in the township. In response to these events, Chief Thomas Strumolo has instituted a “Lock Your Door” campaign. “Unlocked vehicles have

contributed to close to 50 thefts over the past several months, all of which could have been prevented if doors were locked,” Strumolo said. “Never leave valuables in cars where they can be observed. “Anyone who has a homesurveillance system, please send your contact information

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Fire damages Washington Ave. home By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent KEARNY – midday fire in a twofamily Washington Ave. residence on Friday resulted in significant damage to the home and displaced its three residents, Kearny fire officials reported. KFD Deputy Chief Bruce Kauffmann said the first alarm came in at noon, and the blaze — at 150 Washington, just east of Kearny Ave. — was declared under control within an hour. However, when The Observer

spoke to Kauffmann by phone at 6:30 p.m., he and other firefighters were still at the scene. The fire is believed to have started on the second floor, which suffered the heaviest damage, although there reportedly was water damage to the first floor and the basement. Kauffmann said there was also some exposure on the third floor, since fire had spread into the walls of the woodframe building and KFD crews had to vent the roof to reach those flames. “On our arrival,” he also noted, “there was significant

fire coming out of the back windows.” The blaze “did touch the house next door,” Kauffmann said, but that damage appeared limited to a couple of broken windows and charring on the neighboring home’s exterior. No injuries to residents or firefighters were reported. Officials said a teenager who had been on the second floor was

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senior member of the trafficking ring. Authorities said Horvath admitted that, between Feb. 5 and Aug. 13, 2014, she personally went to various doctors’ offices, obtained oxycodone prescriptions, had them filled, and sold the drugs to members of the conspiracy and others. She also drove conspirators to doctors and assisted in getting their prescriptions filled and the pills sold. For example, in February 2014, Horvath reportedly sold 119 oxycodone pills to an undercover law enforcement officer in exchange for $2,020. Fishman’s office reported that individuals originally charged with

Victoria Horvath — including Daniel Horvath, 27; Monica Horvath, 22; Johnny Horvath, 46; Tony Marco, 47, and Steven Horvath, 45, all of Rutherford; and Justin Farraj, 24, of Newark — have pleaded guilty and await sentencing. Brian Perez, 23, was sentenced to 40 months in prison in September 2014, and Luis Rivera, 25, was sentenced to 54 months last August. Charges were dismissed against Belleville pharmacist Vincent Cozzarelli after his death in April 2014. The indictment remains pending against six other alleged conspirators. – Karen Zautyk

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Havana is her haven By Karen Zautyk

ly will be followed by” cruise ships, sporting events, U.S. y the time you read this, corporate investment … “and our President should thousands of American tourhave wrapped up his ists curious to see Marxism historic visit to our newest (in up close and how an entire his opinion) ally: Cuba. country can be reduced to an According to a statement underclass. In return, Cuba from the White House press will promise to embrace huoffice, he was there to “work man rights and throw open its to build on the progress we door to free market capitalhave made toward normalizaism. tion of relations with Cuba “That’s not going to hap-- advancing commercial and pen.” people-to-people ties that can As for Havana as a tourist improve the well-being of the destination, Fuentes cited “a Cuban people and expressing sprinkling of four- and fiveour support for human rights.” star hotels along the scenic We surmise that does not port and bay,” and mused: include the rights of humans “There is something beautiful who wear the uniform of N.J. and rustic about the panorama law enforcement officers. of poverty when it is viewed Since 1984, Joanne Chesifrom the upper floors of a mard, convicted murderer luxury hotel.” of N.J. State Trooper Werner The President’s Cuba agenFoerster, has been living da was to include: a meet-andfreely in Cuba, having been FBI greet at the U.S. Embassy; a granted political asylum by family sightseeing tour of Old the Castros’ Communist parato life in prison, she escaped nist nation in December 2014, terrorists who “are living Havana; a meeting with Raúl dise. She is on the FBI’s Most from jail in 1979, lived in hidsome American political lead- openly” there. He wrote: Castro; an “entrepreneurship Wanted Terrorist List, and ing for several years and, in ers with a less kumbaya men- “They roam the island freely summit”; a state dinner; an a reward of up to $2 million 1984, found refuge in Cuba’s tality urged that this must not and are still dangerous revolu- address to the Cuban peohas been offered for informaopen arms. happen unless and until the tionaries, disenchanted about ple, and a visit with dissidents tion leading to her capture And she is not the only fugi- criminals were returned to all things American.” And he (Seriously? You mean there and return to the United tive terrorist basking in the U.S. custody. Their arguments noted that “U.S. government are still some left?). He was States. sun down there. As noted by were, of course, consigned to negotiators speaking on bealso to take in a baseball game Foerster was gunned down Col. Rick Fuentes, head of the the White House trash heap. half of the current presidenbetween the Tampa Bay Rays in 1973 in a shoot-out with N.J. State Police, three others Last week, in a scathing tial administration seem to and the Cuban national team. three individuals during a traf— William Guillermo MoOpEd column published in the lack both the will and intent According to the White fic stop on the N.J. Turnpike rales, Victor Manuel Gerena Miami Herald, Fuentes made to press the Castro brothers House, he would not formally in East Brunswick. Another and Charles Hill — all hailing it clear that the issue is far for their return to the United meet with Fidel. It is our hope officer, Trooper James Harper, “from U.S.-based domestic from dead, no matter what States to answer for their that he would also not meet. was wounded. terror organizations” have the current administration crimes.” (We would have deformally or otherwise, with In 1977, Chesimard was found sanctuary there. chooses to believe. leted the “seem to.”) Joanne Chesimard. Unless she convicted of eight felonies, inWhen our President anAddressing Americans who Fuentes, who has a way leaves said meeting in handcluding the first-degree murnounced “normalization” of plan to visit Cuba, Fuentes with words, also wrote that cuffs and U.S. federal custody. der of Foerster. Sentenced relations with the Commuwarned of those most-wanted the President’s visit “sure-

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Kearny man who was transporting a batch of Apple iPhones in his car was the target of robbers who relieved him of the devices and approximately $2,000 in cash, Kearny police reported. Police said the crime report came in shortly after midnight on March 11. Officer Kevin Arnesman responded to the scene, at Oakwood Ave. and Devon St., where he interviewed the 26-year-old victim, who stated he had just parked his vehicle and, as he exited, was confronted by two men, one of them armed with a handgun. The bandits forced the man to open the car trunk, in which there were approximately a dozen brand-new iPhones. The assailants reportedly took all of them, along with the victim’s personal cell phone, his car keys and the cash. They then ran west on Oakwood and entered a waiting vehicle, which fled north on Devon. During a search of the area, on foot and by car, police recovered the victim’s personal phone, which apparently had been thrown from the fleeing auto. Police said the robbers were described as two black males, one tall and thin, one short and heavy-set. The getaway car was described only as a dark vehicle -- no make, model or plate number. KPD detectives are following up and the investigation is ongoing. ••• Other recent reports from the Kearny police blotter included the following:

March 10 At 3:30 p.m., Officers Sean Wilson and Chris Levchak went to a Quincy Ave. residence to take a burglary report. While interviewing the victim, they noticed in another part of the dwelling Mark Eager, 24, of Kearny, whom they knew to be the subject of a Kearny warrant for creditcard theft, police said. Eager was arrested, taken to headquarters and remanded to the Hudson County Jail. March 13 At 7:30 p.m., units responded to reports of a fight involving several combatants at Kearny Ave. and Duke St. Upon the cops’ arrival, the crowd began to disperse, but in the presence of the officers, one individual reportedly shoved a female to the ground. Officer Stephen Podolski arrested Jose Fernandez, 23, of Lebanon, N.J., on a charge of disorderly conduct. After booking at HQ , he was released on a summons. ••• Yet another fight was reported at 11 p.m. on Kearny Ave. near Halstead St. Police arrived to find no brawl, but they did see that the window of the Donegal Saloon had been broken. Officers obtained a description of the alleged culprit and resumed their patrol. A short time later, the KPD was told that the suspect was back in the area. Officer Podolski returned, interviewed Sean Kilcullen, 35, of Kearny, and arrested him on a charge of criminal mischief. Kilcullen was later released on a summons.

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Ribbon cut for upgraded Vets Field KEARNY – ayor Alberto Santos and the Town Council held a ribboncutting ceremony for the newly renovated Veteran’s Memorial Field sports facility

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be first-come, first-served. The library will provide art As part of an ongoing supplies. commitment to encourag• Families with children up ing healthy lifestyles, Clara to age 5 are invited to storyMaass Medical Center is teller Denise McCormack’s offering comprehensive blood “Stories and More,” with screenings on Thursday, themes of animals and spring, March 24, from 7 to 9 a.m., in on Wednesday, March 30, the conference room in the from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. hospital’s Cancer Center at • Families are invited to 1 Clara Maass Drive. Particitake a spring bunny picture pants will be screened for a on Tuesday, March 29, from cholesterol profile, a glucose 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., or Thursday, test including electrolytes March 31, from 11:15 a.m. to and a complete blood count. The screening is $40. Partici- noon. Registration is required. Visit the Children’s pants will receive a parking Room during open hours to validation card and light register or call the library at refreshments will be served. 201-998-2666. Preschool and Pre-registration is required school-age children are welby calling 888-724-7123. come. Young children must The Woman’s Club of Belleville holds its annual tricky be accompanied by an adult helper because scissors will tray at The Chandelier, 340 be used. A cartoon will be Franklin Ave., on April 7. shown after cleanup. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Din• The Kearny Public ner is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are Library will host an Indian $40. For more information cooking demonstration with and tickets, call Judy Nucci at instructor Charu Jhalani on 973-751-2960. Tuesday, March 29, at 6:30 p.m. Charu will show how to Kearny make Pav Bhaji, a classic InThe Rosary Society of Our dian fast food dish of curried Lady of Sorrows, 136 Davis Ave., holds its monthly meet- vegetables in the lower level kitchen at the Main Library, ing April 7 at 7 p.m. in the 318 Kearny Ave. Seating will church basement. Councilwoman Carol Jean Doyle will be on a first-come, firstserved basis. Call the library speak about the proposed Passaic River cleanup project. for more information. For a listing of all library The Kearny Public Library programs, visit www.kearnyliChildren’s Room announces brary.org. these free March events: West Hudson Arts & • Desiree Mills presents Theater holds auditions for Preschool Art for ages 2 1/2 its June production of “Jeto 4 on Thursday, March 24, sus Christ Superstar,” on from 11 a.m. to noon, and she March 29 and 31 at 7 p.m. at will offer her art program for the W.H.A.T. Theater, First ages 5 to 9 the same day, from Lutheran Church, 65 Oak4:30 to 5:50 p.m. Seating will

wood Ave. Auditions are open to all actors ages 17 to 70. Auditioners should prepare 32 measures of a musical theater song of their choice and bring music in the appropriate key. Women can prepare “I Don’t Know How to Love Him.” Men can prepare “Heaven on Their Minds” or “Gethsemane.” Men/women interested in playing Herod should prepare “Herod’s Song.” An accompanist will be provided. Performances are June 15, 16, 17 and 18. Doubling is possible as well as blind casting for roles.

brary announces these events: • Family Tree Day Program allows kids in grades 1 to 4 to meet on Wednesday, March 23, from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m., to create family trees. Registration is required. • At “Selling on eBay,” offered Wednesday, March 23, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., eBay PowerSeller Rick Feingold, an education specialist trained by eBay, explains how to sell successfully — from start to finish. He’ll talk about selecting items to sell, safe trading, photos, writing descriptions, shipping and more. Space is limited and registration is required. Email romeo@lyndhurst.bccls.org or call 201804-2478, ext. 7, to register.

programs. Registration is required where noted. To register, call 973-667-0405. • Babygarten, open to infants up to 23 months, is held on Tuesdays, March 22 and 29, at 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Babies and their caregivers enjoy great books, nursery rhymes, playtime and meet other babies from the Nutley area. Registration is required. Only Nutley residents are eligible. • Patrons are invited to play Bridge at the library every Tuesday at 1 p.m. • Preschool Story Time, East Newark open to ages 3 to 5, takes West Hudson Brave Womplace on Wednesdays, en Fighting Breast Cancer March 23 and 30, at 10 a.m. meets the last Friday of every Registration is required. month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the North Arlington Nutley residents receive East Newark Senior Center, Queen of Peace Knights of priority registration. 37 President St. For more Columbus Council 3428 spon• Wednesday Afternoon information, call Emma at sors a bus trip on Tuesday, Knitters meet weekly at 1 201-998-6828, Rosa at 201-246- April 5, to the Sands Casino p.m. All levels of knitters 7750, Fatima at 973-485-4236 in Bethlehem, Pa. Initial cost are welcome. Participants or email emidura2@yahoo. is $32, and upon arrival each should bring supplies. com. player will receive $20 in slot • Check out an exhibit play money and a $5 food of new works by members Lyndhurst voucher. The group will leave of The Women Artists of The Lyndhurst Health Deat 10 a.m. from the ColumNutley in the gallery and partment holds its bi-annual bian Club Hall parking lot, display cases of the Nutley Women’s Health Clinic on 194 River Road, and arrive at Public Library in March and Wednesday, April 13, at 9:30 the casino by noon. For the April as part of the obsera.m. This event, made posreturn trip, the bus will leave vance of Women’s History sible through a partnership from the Sands at 6 p.m. and Month. Oil, acrylic and with Clara Maass Medical return to North Arlington by watercolor paintings as well Center, includes education 8 p.m. Participants must bring photography, pastels and on breast self-examinations, a photo ID to receive the slot drawings will be featured. PAP tests and a pelvic exam play money. For tickets and Call the library for more performed by Dr. Consetta more information, call Nicho- information on this exCheatam of Rutherford. The las Cerchio at 201-998-0626. hibit and other programs. clinic is open to all Lyndhurst The complete schedule of women ages 18 and older. Nutley programs is available at the Call 201-804-2500 to make an The Nutley Public Lilibrary and on the library appointment. brary, 93 Booth Drive, website at www.nutleypubThe Lyndhurst Public Liannounces the following liclibrary.org.

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KHS Hall of Fame to induct new members The 2016 Kearny High School Athletic Hall of Fame will induct new members at a dinner Friday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. at The Fiesta, Wood-Ridge. The new inductees are John Cali Jr., as a contributor; Allyson Dyl, all around;

Ernie Bowman, all around; Scott Fuchs, coach; Michael Millar, soccer; Robert Rasilick, soccer; Gabriella Dondero, soccer; Jennifer Pettigrew, soccer; Stefanee Pace, soccer; Michael Martone, football; Ron Henry, football; Mel Griffin,

football; Michael Coppola, baseball; Chris Johnston, wrestling; Daniel Manley, wrestling; Martyna Ruminska, basketball and Jennifer Hart, softball. For additional information, call Zibbie Viscuso at 201-998-5961.

HARRISON P BLIC SCHOOLS Pre-School EXPO April 20, 2016 • 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Harrison High School Cafeteria • The Harrison Public School istrict will sponsor an Exposition on April 20th in the high school cafeteria for parents of currently enrolled and new pre-school children. • Refreshments will be served; there will be activities for children, including face-painting and balloon art; and there will also be a display of children s artwor . • Exhibitors will be available to explain services available to parents, such as:

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Parents will also have the opportunity to learn about our di erent pre-school centers and the registration procedure to follow for the 2016-2017 school year. Child Find: If you are concerned your preschool child is developing or learning differently, you can call your district to request an evaluation for preschool special education and related services. For more information call: 973-483-2128

This week’s “Then” photo was sent to us recently by a former Kearny resident. It’s believed to be from the early 1950s, showing some sort of parade in Kearny on Kearny Ave. In the upper reaches of the photo, you’ll see the old Ben Franklin [the 5 & 10¢ portion of their sign is visible.] The backing for the sign for Jack’s, now a restaurant, is still pretty much the same save for the color. Do you remember Jack’s? Ben Franklin? Share your memories and we may publish them by sending them to editorial@theobserver.com. Have classic photos where you’d like to see what the spots look like today? Send those to editorial@theobserver.com.

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site will be an obstacle to new infrastructure development, the consultants caution. And the degree of difficulty will increase if the landfill operator – the NJSEA – further elevates the height of those mounds, from the current 60 feet to a proposed 100 feet. Adding an additional 40 feet “will cause the upper plateau to decrease in [the] footprint area due to the need to slope to this height. Also, this additional fill will surcharge previously placed waste layers and cause time-dependent settlement,” HMM says.

The consultants say the six acres of flat ground – now occupied by the NJSEA weigh scales and offices – could accommodate “managed open space use, such as sports fields/golf course,” and using the site perimeter road could offer public access to the Kearny Marsh. Another option suggested by HMM is using the site “for the storage of bulk materials [like] stone or commercial parking” atop the 50-acre plateau. But even these proposed enterprises would be hard to execute, the consultants

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say, for this reason: “Due to the large loads imposed by bulk-stockpiling operations, a significant standoff distance from slope top would have to be maintained, which will limit the usable area.” Also, any operational offices “would need good ventilation due to ground gas hazard.” Any larger commercial structures could be impractical, the consultants say, since, “pile foundations [to support those structures] may have to be in the order of 200 feet deep to reach bedrock and would need to be engineered and constructed to avoid damage while installing through waste layers, and ensure sufficient lateral support …” As for the presence of subsurface gas, HMM notes that during a site visit on Nov. 12, 2015, “a moderate odor of hydrogen sulfide was detected.” To address the issue, the consultants say, “It may be necessary” to place an impermeable vapor barrier across the closed landfill to “limit the migration of odors or ground gas” into the air and/or to periodically arrange for “venting” of any trapped ground gas. In any event, HMM says even after the landfill is shut down, the Kearny Municipal Utilities Authority will still have to arrange for “off-site disposal” of leachate for treatment by the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission, and that, “It is expected that all development options will share this common requirement.” One other possible scenario offered by HMM is for “light industrial (i.e.: warehouse)” but the consultants caution

that this proposed use “would likely be the most involved of all the available options,” particularly considering health issues and costs. “Any enclosed structures [atop the plateau] would require significant ventilation due to the ground gas risk, and costly deep foundations or a mat foundation system will need to be proposed to support structures,” HMM says. Or, “Should standard shallow foundations be considered, the foundation system would likely lead to construction and maintenance costs significantly higher than those of a non-landfill site.” But no “complex land use” at the site should happen overnight because the landfill property needs time to settle, the consultants advise. “An option should be considered to not attempt any complex land use immediately,” they say. “If the land is left to settle for a number of years and then revisited for development, the issues faced [now] may be significantly reduced. The filling operations since 2009 have been rapid. The fill material and the natural soils beneath will take time to respond to this additional loading.” Kearny should undertake a “cost-benefit analysis” to “determine when the viability of certain routine construction and development techniques could be feasible,” they say. Meanwhile, Kearny is faced with the NJSEA's refusal to surrender the site after its lease runs out on June 30, saying it will exercise eminent domain to extend the life of the dump.

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Kearny softball: Veteran group looks to repeat solid season The Kearny High School softball team had a great 2015 campaign, posting a 17-7 record, only to suffer postseason losses to North Bergen in the Hudson County Tournament playoffs and to Hackensack in the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 1, Group IV playoffs. The Kardinals return seven starters from last year’s squad, including All-Hudson County hurler Caralynne Rivera, one of the best pitchers in Kearny softball history. “I think the losses in the playoffs stung,” veteran Kearny head softball coach Jimmy Pickel said. “They stuck around with the team for a while. It was a burning sensation that got the best of us. I think not having Caralynne at 100% hurt us. A lot of our players have dedicated themselves to having a good season this year.” Pickel said that many of his players worked hard in the offseason at the Lyndhurst speed school facility FASST. “They put in the time with their workouts,”

Pickel said. “They all attended the workouts. I think if we had to play games on the very first day of practice, we would have been successful. That’s how ready I believe they were from the very first day. No one would believe it.” Pickel said that having a veteran team makes his job easier. “It does make things a lot more relaxing,” Pickel said. “They made the preparations, what they need to do. It’s helped a great deal.” Having Rivera back for her final season is another reason for optimism. “She’s definitely one of the best pitchers,” Pickel said of Rivera. “She’s been healthy so far this season and looks very good so far.” If Rivera needs help on the mound, she can get it from junior Jane Amadeo, who filled in admirably last year when Rivera was out of action. The catcher is sophomore newcomer Tatianna Fermaint, who see VIEW next page

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The Harrison Blue Tide will count on a veteran pitching staff. From l., are Craig Ruff, Marquis Valentin, Rodney Diaz and head coach Jairo Mendez.

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he Harrison High School baseball team won 15 games last year in head coach Jairo Mendez’s second year at the helm and the former Kearny and William Paterson standout hurler believes his team has the potential to be even better this year. “We have a strong pitching staff coming back,” Mendez said. “So that definitely helps. I’ve been working with these kids for the last three years now. It’s always a pleasure to get to the field and work with them and see them grow. So I should have big expectations this year. I should expect bigger and better things.” However, Mendez doesn’t want to look any further ahead than he has to. “I like to look at things more on a day-to-day operation,”

Mendez said. “If the kids work hard and they do so every day, they will be fine. I tell them every day that they have to stay focused and disciplined. If they manage to do that, we’ll have a nice ball club.” Mendez welcomes back senior right-hander Marquis Valentin, who won six games last year as a junior. “He’s going to be our ace this year,” Mendez said of Valentin. “He’s been very effective so far in our scrimmages. I’m trying to have him focus on his fastball and his change-up. Both are very good pitches for him. He’s been doing great. He has to keep his command and limit his walks.” When Valentin is on, he’s very tough to beat. Another senior right-hander is Craig Ruff, who won four games last year. “He was very inconsistent as a pitcher last year,” Mendez

said. “He needs to stay in the zone and throw strikes to help us out.” Senior Rodney Diaz isn’t the biggest kid around, but the right-hander is crafty and knows how to work his way out of tight situations. “He keeps the ball down,” Mendez said. “He’s in the strike zone and pitches to contact.” It’s good to have pitchers who realize where they are pitching. There are no fences at the high school field, so if the pitchers can induce batters to hit the ball in the air, chances are that a fielder will catch it. “I tell that to my pitchers all the time,” Mendez said. “We have the biggest ballpark around, so I tell the pitchers to let the batters hit the ball and we’ll get it. If he’s in the strike zone, he’s going to be effecsee BLUE TIDE page

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LEFT: Senior Caralynne Rivera returns for her senior season as the pitcher for the Kearny softball team. RIGHT: Senior Ryelle Seda is the Kearny standout centerfielder who has great speed and serves as the team’s leadoff hitter.

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“She’s a good contact hitter,” Pickel said of Cullen. Others who might get a chance to play include senior second baseman Olivia Papa, senior outfielder Alex Matta, sophomore outfielder Gianna Hoch and sophomore infielder Mackenzie Byrne. The Kardinals are off to Myrtle Beach, S.C. for a stretch, getting seven scrimmage games there before they open the regular season. “It’s the third year that we’ve gone to Myrtle Beach before the season starts,” Pickel said. “I think it helps team chemistry. We have a fun time, but we also get great competition. It really brings the entire team together.” And the Kardinals will be together all spring, winning their fair share of softball games, thanks to the girl with the ball in her hands.

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scored game against Bergen Charter last season. “I just hope it continues this season. If he stays hot like he did at the end of last season, he’s going to have a great year.” The first baseman is senior Chris Velazquez, who was a key reserve last season. “He’s worked hard to learn the position,” Mendez said. “He’s a good team player.” Eddie Mieles is a sophomore newcomer who is winning the battle to become the team’s second baseman. “He has a good glove and he’s a little nervous about playing varsity,” Mendez said. “But the more time he plays, the better he’ll be.” The shortstop duties will be a parade of characters like Valentin, Ruff and senior jack-of-all-trades Juan Lopez, who seriously could play anywhere on the field. Diaz will also get time at shortstop. “It all depends on who’s pitching,” Mendez said. The same can be said for third base, with Valentin, Ruff (who played third last year) and Lopez all bouncing back and forth. Senior Andrew Gomez is the left fielder, with standout senior Felix Calderon returning to his starting spot in

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center field. “He can go and get it,” Mendez said of Calderon. “His game is his speed. He had three infield singles one scrimmage. He has tremendous speed and we’re working on using it.” O’Donnell will be the leadoff hitter, with Calderon batting No. 2. That’s a lot of

talent at the top of the order. Junior Julio Ortiz will see time in right field, but look for junior Jacob Ruiz to get some time in the outfield. “He’s been hitting the ball real well,” Mendez said. “Maybe he’ll be a DH (designated hitter) for us. We have to find a way to get him in the lineup. If you can hit, you

can play. We’ll find a spot.” Others who will see time include senior outfielder Andrew Cartegena, junior second baseman Emmanuel Valerio, junior outfielder Adam Mobus and sophomore first baseman Andrew Valente. The Blue Tide suffered a huge setback when it was learned that Dustin Huseinovic, another player who was torrid hot at the end of last season, hurt his elbow and will miss significant time this season. “It’s a loss,” Mendez said. “We hope to get him back. If he comes back, we have Lopez, Calderon and Huseinovic who can all hit the ball. I think we can have a good season. Most of the kids have been around, so they know me and what I expect. Mentally, we have to come in with a positive attitude.” The Blue Tide begins the season against University Charter of Jersey City April 1, then Harrison takes on Queen of Peace April 3, followed by New Milford and Lyndhurst. The Blue Tide will be tested right away.

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the income from the lease fees to give Harrison an annual PILOT starting in 2017 at $1.3 million and, thereafter, “escalated annually” to the yearly Consumer Price Index, through the duration of the team’s stay in Harrison. • Within six months of the settlement’s approval, the HCIA will issue bonds for up to $1 million, with the proceeds going to pay for certain types of capital improvements to the stadium, including “guest service kiosks, pavement replacement plaza level, [surveillance] camera system upgrades, concourse concrete repair and resurfacing, hospitality areas on plaza level upgrades, concourse lighting upgrades, Wi-Fi in seating bowl upgrades and distributed antenna system/cell phone service in seating bowl upgrades.” A Red Bull affiliate will pay the debt service on those bonds. • The Red Bulls will agree to remain in Harrison at least through 2038, with options for four 5-year extensions through 2058. (By 2038, the town – which is responsible for paying the debt service on the $40 million bond issue – expects to have paid off that debt. Currently, there remains an outstanding balance of about $29 million). • The HCIA and Harrison can use the stadium field and the grounds for up to 48 annual “public use events,” including “local soccer games, concerts … trade shows, arts or cultural events,” among others at times that will not

interfere with the soccer team. • If, at any time between 2038 and 2058, Red Bull opts to buy the stadium and land at fair market value, Harrison can control the future development of the property by vetoing the proposed use. Or, the town has the right to use the property for a school or for some public purpose. Pearlman said the Harrison Redevelopment Agency approved the settlement last Monday. The HCIA was expected to consider ratification on March 23, he said. When the Red Bull ownership in Austria will act is not yet known. After having granted two previous adjournments to permit settlement conferences to continue, the state Supreme Court has scheduled the tax case for review April 11, Pearlman said. At that time, if all parties have signed on to the settlement agreement, Pearlman said the court will be asked again for an adjournment “to implement the settlement.” But Pearlman cautioned that the justices may, nonetheless, elect to hear arguments and, ultimately, impose their own outcome.

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present at the appropriate liturgy,” Myers said. “The presence of a large number of couples will give favorable witness to the strength and stability of Christian marriage in today’s society.” Registration to attend these two special Masses is required in order for the Archdiocese to extend appropriate recognition to their vocation of marriage. All interested couples are encouraged to contact their local parish by Sunday, April 10, to be part of this special day. The Archdiocese of Newark comprises all Roman Catholic churches in Bergen, Essex, Hudson and Union counties. The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart is located at Clifton and Victoria Aves., Newark.

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Coccia Realty 2015 NJAR awards

Photo courtesy BHGRE | Coccia Realty

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BHGRE | Coccia Realty’s Circle of Excellence inductees are, from l., Ray Ciampaglia, Carol Hanson, Zoraida Alonso, Daniella Bonanata, Dorota Chojnacki, Maria Bonsignore, Marianne Von Cappeln and George Rosko. Not pictured are Carol Ann Evangelou, Veronica Ganzer, Carol Hughes, Doreen Martens, Tony Li and Bobby Ristovski.

The New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR) has recognized 14 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | Coccia Realty agents as inductees into its 2015 Circle of Excellence. The Circle of Excellence is awarded to agents who have procured and closed a substantial number of sales transactions. For bronze-level recognition, recipients had a minimum of $3 million in sales volume and 15 units closed last year. Silver recipient standards required a minimum of $7.5 million in sales volume and 20 units closed. Coccia’s silver-level agents were Maria Bonsignore, of the company’s Rutherford office, and George Rosko, of the Lyndhurst office. At the bronze level were Zoraida Alonso, Veronica Ganzer and Tony Li, all of the Kearny office; Daniela Bonanata, Raymond Ciampaglia, Dorota Chojnacki and Carol Ann Evangelou, all of the Lyndhurst office; Carol Hanson, Carol Hughes, Bobby Ristovski and Marianne Von Cap-

peln, both of the Rutherford office; and Doreen Martens, of the Secaucus office. Martens was also honored with inclusion in the Distinguished Sales Club for being a Circle of Excellence honoree for 10 consecutive years. All recipients have made significant contributions to the real estate industry, are consistent top producers at BHGRE | Coccia Realty and are highly skilled negotiators with many years of sales experience. “I am very proud of our agents’ achievements,” Jan R. Kwapniewski, BHGRE | Coccia Realty’s president and owner said. “To my knowledge, [we] had more Circle of Excellence winners than any other local agency. Our agents worked very hard to achieve client and customer satisfaction and they do an exemplary job in listing and selling homes. I also want to commend my vicepresidents and branch managers of the Lyndhurst and Rutherford offices — Michael Amoroso

and Randy Wine — who devote numerous hours in assisting their agents and their client to excel and close transactions. “Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate | Coccia Realty’s systems and marketing have outperformed the competition time after time. It’s a winning combination for sellers and buyers when utilizing our agency’s services.” All award winners are full-time agents and realtors. They are members in good standing with the Eastern Bergen County Board of Realtors, the New Jersey Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors — as well as active members of the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service. Some agents are also members of the Garden State MLS and Hudson County MLS system. For more information about the company or if you would like to become part of this sales team, visit www.cocciarealty.com or contact Colette Ravaché by phone at 973-377-4400 or by email at Colette� mycoccia.com.

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obituaries@theobserver.com Brian ‘BJ’ Gleason Brian “BJ” Gleason, formerly of Kearny, died suddenly in Seoul, South Korea, on March 15. He was 54. He was the son of Mary (nee Mulraney) and the late Edmund R. Gleason. The husband of Hyunmi Im, he was also the brother of Ann Dowie, Katie Dwiatek, Thomas Gleason, Peter Gleason and the late Edmund R. Gleason. A memorial service will be planned in about a month. A complete obituary will be published several days in advance of that service. Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny, is in charge. Vera Ann Pace Schwamberger Vera Ann Pace Schwamberger entered gently into rest on March 12. She is survived by her parents, Brian Schwamberger and Starlette Pace, and her grandparents, John and Marion Schwamberger, Dawn Burke and Myrna and Benjamin Pace. She was laid to rest next to her sister, Ava, in a private ceremony in the Holy Innocence Crypt at Holy Cross Mausoleum, North Arlington. To leave an online condolence, please visit www. armitagewiggins.com. Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny, was in charge. Barbara Pryblick Barbara Pryblick (nee Konesky), 85, passed away on Monday, March 14. Mrs. Pryblick was born and raised in Scranton, Pa., and lived in North Arlington for the last 66 years. She owned and operated Joe’s Liquor and Deli in Lyndhurst with her late husband Milton “Metty” for 30 years, retiring 20 years ago. Barbara is survived by her son, Kevin Pryblick; a sonin-law, Frank Augustine; four grandchildren, Katierose Augustine, JR Augustine, Dana Kornas (Brian) and Cara Calfayan (Chris); and two greatgrandchildren, Madison and Emily Kornas. She was predeceased by her husband, Milton Przebieglec, and her daughter, Karen Augustine. Private arrangements were under the direction of the

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Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, Kearny. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.thielereid.com.

Paul Marks Paul Marks died suddenly at home on March 16. He was 47. He lived most of his life in Kearny and then Bayonne before moving to Cedar Grove. Paul was a flight instructor for Flight Safety International, Moonachie. Son of the late Roberts Marks and Mary (nee Doherty) Padovano, he is survived by his loving wife Cathy (nee Luppino) Marks and his cherished son Jon Paul Marks.

He is also survived by his brothers and their wives, Ray and Barbara Marks, Stephen and Gayle Marks; his brotherin-law and wife Joe and Kim Luppino; and step-sister and her husband Gina and Dave Basso. He was also the stepson of John Padovano and uncle to Heather, Kristen, Nicole and Padraig. Visiting will be Tuesday, March 22, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Mass is Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny, and private cremation follows. To leave online condolenc-

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es, visit www.armitagewiggins. com. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

dez. Mother of Anita Durso and her husband Clayton Seda, she was grandmother of Kyle M. Durso, sister of the late Joseph Guerrero and his wife Margaret, sister-in-law Obdulia ‘Dee’ Fernandez of Concha Fernandez and her Obdulia “Dee” Fernandez, 83, husband the late Enrique. She of Livingston, died March 17. was also the aunt of Aurora Born in Spain, Mrs. FerFernandez. Visiting was at the Armitnandez lived in Newark and age & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny before moving to Liv596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A ingston in 1986. Mass of Christian Burial will She was an administrative be celebrated Tuesday at 9:30 assistant at Grotto Law Firm a.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, in Livingston for many years. Kearny. Entombment was in Prior to that, she worked at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sherwin Williams and ConArlington. goleum, Kearny, in the same In lieu of flowers, donations capacity. to the Parkinson’s Association She was the beloved wife would be appreciated. of 65 years of Arturo Fernan-

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M - is for the memories we’ll always have of you O - is for the often times we shed a tear or two T - is for the things you used to say and do H - is for the happy times we always had with you E - is for the emptiness that broke our hearts in two R - is for remembering a special Mom that’s you! Love, The Family

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You will feel as if friends of family have taken over when you entrust funeral arrangements to the Wilfred Armitage Funeral Home. The family-owned firm has been in business for 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.

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F - is for the favorite times and things we used to do A - is for all the memories we’ll always have of you T - is for the times we shed a tear or two H - is for the helping hand if we needed you E - is for the emptiness that broke our hearts in two R - is for remembering a special Dad that’s you! Love, The Family

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KEARNY 2 BR, LR, DR, 1 Full Bath & Kitchen. $1,300/month. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. (201) 855-2761.

BELLEVILLE 2nd Fl. 9 large rooms apartment. KEARNY 355 Kearny Ave. 1 BR, LR, kitchen, 4Bd’s LR, DR, EIK, 2 hardwood floors, heat Foyers H/W floors all remodeled. $1,850/ inc. $900/mth. (201) 283-2729 or month + security. Utilities separate. 1 block (973) 465-0166 from BB Park. Avail immediately. KEARNY 2nd fl. 2 BR (973) 309-1376 apt. $1,300/month. 1 BELLEVILLE 6 Large month’s security. Rooms, 3 BR’s, LR, DR, Utilities separate. EIK, plus porch. Colo- (201) 741-2857 nial Style. All H/W floors. Close to Schools, Park, Shopping & NYC Com- KEARNY 1st fl. Clean & mute. $1,500/month quiet. LR, 1 BR, EIK, utili+ utilities. Avl. April 1st. ties not included. secu(973) 759-5929. rity deposit negotiable. no pets. no smoking. Avl. BELLEVILLE Recently April 1st. references renovated. 2nd fl. 1 BR. required. (973) 289-2991. Beautiful Finished area on 3rd fl Used as 2nd Bedroom, No smoking. KEARNY 41 Halstead HardWood floors. No St. 2 BR, Kitchen LR. pets. HT/HW included. $1,000/month. 1-month Avl. Now. Call (973) 517- security. Avl. April or May 2200 Btw 9am-6pm. No 1st. (201) 702-0126. text.

HARRISON HARRISON 2 apts. for rent in 3 family house, no pets. utilities. separate. Laundry hook-up Avl. may 1st. 2nd ﬂ. 3 BR’s modern Kitchen and bath, $1,500/month. 1st ﬂ. 2 BR’s Modern Kitchen and Bath. Backyard and Driveway. $1,700/month, Call (973) 393-0345 To schedule appointment. HARRISON Single Rowhouse on Sussex Street. 2 BR, 1 bath in whole 2 story house. $1,750/ month. Adjacent to township parking lot. Good credit required. Call 201-338-0706.

KEARNY 3rd ﬂ. 4 rooms, $1,200/month + utilities. 1 month security. no pets. Avl. Now. (732) 899-5854 or (201) 772-6415.

KEARNY 3 & 4 Clean rooms. HT/HW included. From $950-$1,200/ month. See super 6 woodland Ave. Apt. 1, or call after 5pm (917) 8588246 for appointment.

KEARNY Large 1 BR apt. Loft style. Featuring open ﬂoor plan, high ceiling, large windows, H/W ﬂoor throughout, New ceramic tile in bath. New kitchen, Ceiling fans in each room. $1200/ month + security & utilities. No pets. (201) 991-6942.

KEARNY 3rd fl. Near Garfield School. $950/ month. 1 1/2 months security. No smoking. Avl. Now. Laundry on premises. No pets. (201) 681-8356. KEARNY 5 Clean Bright Rooms. Living Room, KEARNY 1 BR apt. HT/ Dining Room, Eat-inHW included. Elevated Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms. building. Laundry facil- Updated Kitchen, Tiled ity on premises. $995/ Bath, New Carpet, Freshly month,. Call Sofia after Painted, Laundry Hook3pm (201) 998-3516 or Up. Well Maintained. Near see super after 3pm 654 School and Transport. Elm St. Apt Basement 1. $1250. (973) 951-7254.

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KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood ﬂoors. Laundry onsite. HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $1,050. 1 BR start at $825. Jr. 1 BR start at $900. (201) 289-7096

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KEARNY Former law ofﬁce, Three large rooms on second ﬂoor near Kearny and Midland Avenue, featuring wall to wall carpeting, ten foot ceilings and a walk in vault. Heat supplied. Vacant. To inspect call 201-600-2811.

KEARNY Kearny Secure storage with Parking Lot for rent, storage 32x27ft., Parking 22x70ft. $900/ month negotiable. (917) 721-2590 or (718522-0083.

Help Wanted for Busy Deli Part Time or Full Time Days - Evenings Weekends Apply in person D&F Deli 396 Davis Ave. Kearny.

KEARNY 7 rooms plus storage room, 1 Bath Large Kitchen. 2nd ﬂ. No pets. $1,425/month + 1 month security. Avl. KEARNY Modern 3 room 5/1/16 Call 201-259apt. HT/HW included. 9862. $950/month. 1 1/2 months security. Avl. KEARNY 1 BR. + Den now. (201) 303 -0384 Apt. Bldg. Arlington Sect. Newly Renovated. KEARNY 4 rent By Owner Laundry on Premises. Two 2 BR Apts. Avl. 1st Fl. HT/HW included. Near All units have W/D Hook Transportation. No pets. $985/mo.+ security. up & Basement Storage. (201) 998-4972 $985 & $1,100/month + Utilities. 1 1/2 months security. Close to NY Transportation. NO PETS. Call (201) 998-8226 Ext. 10. Between the hrs. 7am-4pm. Monday-Friday for Appt.

KEARNY 2 BR, LR, DR, EIK, Sun Porch. 7 rooms. No pets. Nice Area. Plenty of street parking. 1 1/2 months security. Avl. Now. credit check required. (973) 991-4483. KEARNY 2 BR, 1 LR, kitchen and bath, Wood floors, Avail Apr 1st. $1150/month. 1 month security, no dogs. (551)580-6689. KEARNY 1st fl. 3 BR, 2 bath, LR, DR, EIK, Laundry, Walk-in-Closets, Lots of parking & Backyard. $1,800/month. 1 1/2 months security. Acl. April 1st. (973) 768-8897 KEARNY 5 airy rooms, 2nd fl. 2 BR’s, $1,250/ month + utilities. 1 year lease. 1 1/2 months security. (973) 838-1662

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KEARNY 1 BR, with A/C & Refrigerator. $1,025/ month. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. (551) 655-1619. KEARNY 2nd fl. 2 BR, LR, kitchen, C/A, 1 month security. Avl. April 1st. (201) 259-0689 or (973) 757-0518 call after 3pm. KEARNY 5 rooms, 1st fl. $1,350/month. Utilities included. No pets. Contact (201) 998-2959 or (201) 988-1270. KEARNY 2nd fl. 2 BR apt.. No pets. No smoking. 1 ½ months security. $1,175/month. Utilities not included. 1 year lease. Avl. May 1st. Credit check. (201) 998-3566.

Newark Newly renovated, 1 BR $875/mo. Vailsburg/ Near Seton Hall. HT/HW included. Safe/ Secure. Brick Historic Bldg. H/W Floors. Refrigerator, Ceiling Fans. 1 month security. Section 8 ok. No fees. No pets. Avl March 1st. 973-216-9470. www.aptrentalnj.com

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ROOM FOR RENT HARRISON Shared Kitchen. Fios Internet, Cable & utilities included. Call anytime (973) 4493272 se habla espanol. HARRISON Room f/rent. Shared kitchen. Female preferred. Utilities included. Available now. (201) 978-4868 Call anytime. Se habla español.

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BUSINNESS FOR SALE KEARNY Located on Kearny Ave. Sandwich restaurant for sale. All equipment included. 2,000 sq. ft. Contact Kin (862) 324-1206 for more information. NEWARK Ironbound section, Established Full service beauty salon & spa. Diverse clientele. Located in Busy Mall. With a lot of Walk-ins. 2,000 sq. ft. Must see. For more info. Call (973) 202-6555. KEARNY Transfer of ownership for a restaurant in Kearny w/parking. For more information call Jorge (973) 536-6443 Carmen (201) 898-8900 Se habla español.

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OPEN HOUSE Saturday 3/26 ARMED Security officers We will be hosting an open house Saturday 3/26 from 10 to 4 Interviewing for P/T armed officers in north NJ $14 per hour, car required, 2nd shift and weekends. Must have valid carry permit for this position. Apply in person Cambridge Security Services Corp 90 Mulberry St Newark NJ Forward resume to wflood@cambridge securityservices.com

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A Belleville educator has become the first recipient of the Driver Education Teacher of the Year Award from the New Jersey Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Belleville’s Deborah Strano was honored at the NJAHPERD Awards Banquet on Feb. 21 at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa, Long Branch. NJAHPERD promotes “healthy, active lifestyles” for students, teachers and community members. The association said the award recognizes teachers who conduct high quality driver ed programs that incorporate state core-curriculum content standards while applying various teaching methodologies to plan innovative learning experiences to meet the needs of all students. These teachers, the association said, “serve as positive role models for school and community” by promoting safe driving habits. Strano, an 18-year employee with the Belleville school system, came to education after working, initially, as a police officer — her expertise was investigating motor vehicle crashes resulting, primarily, from drunken and/or distracted drivers.

Photo courtesy BHS

Deborah Strano (l.) accepts award from Carol Lynch, president of the N.J. Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance.

Working with colleagues from the Belleville Police and Fire departments, Strano and a student developed a mock motor vehicle accident scenario involving an actual collision leading to a response by Belleville EMS to treat and transport a “victim,” and an “arrest” of the driver for consumption of alcohol and texting while operating a motor vehicle which “sent a powerful message to the students of Belleville High School,” the association said. Following her work in law enforcement, Strano became a private insurance adjustor, investigat-

ing, evaluating, negotiating and settling bodily injury claims resulting from motor vehicle accidents. before entering the education ranks. Currently, Strano is collaborating with BHS mass communications teacher Ryan Sheridan on a public service announcement sponsored by Toyota and Discovery Education for the Teen Driver 365 Video Challenge promoting safe teen driving practices. In accepting her award, Strano said: “Always follow your dreams. Never be discouraged. Most importantly, always place your students first.”

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EQUINOX LS $ ,

16 995

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Silver, Stk#15073, VIN#DZ105034, 2.4L, Auto, I4, FWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, Tilt, AM/FM/ Satellite/CD/MP3, A/C, T/Gls, 14,418mi.

20,477

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Onyx Black, Stk#14733, VIN#D6295422, 2.4L, Auto, I4, AWD, Satellite/Bluetooth, P/S, Fog Lights, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, A/C, R/Camera, 35,185mi.

2015 BUICK

2015 CHEVROLET

MALIBU LT $ ,

16 995

Butte Red, Stk#14940, VIN#FF257040, 2.5L, 4-Cyl, Auto, FWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, Tilt, AM/FM/Satellite/CD/MP3, 7” Color Touchscreen, Bluetooth, MyLink, Backup Camera,19,562mi.

TERRAIN

VERANO

18,449

Summit White, Stk#14944, VIN#F4166556, 2.4L, 4-Cyl, Auto, FWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, Tilt, Leather Group, AM/FM/Satellite, 7” Color Touchscreen, Bluetooth, Backup Camera, Htd Sts, Bose Sound, 16,609mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

IMPALA LT $ ,

21 997

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Gray, VIN#FU114211, 4-Dr, FWD, 2.4L, 4-Cyl, Auto w/OD, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Alloys, Sec Sys, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, 15,823mi.

2013 BUICK

ENCORE $ ,

19 995

Carbon Black Metallic, Stk#14826, VIN# DB188180, 1.4L 4 Cyl, Auto, /CD/Sirius XM, Bluetooth, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, 14,1477mi.

2013 GMC

YUKON SLT 4x4 $ ,

37 997

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Onyx Black, Stk#14931, VIN#DR253585, 5.3L, V8, 4WD, Auto, P/S/ABS, CD/USB/MP3/Satellite, Bluetooth, P/Winds/Lcks/ Mrrs, OnStar, Htd Frt/Rr Sts, Htd Steering Whl, 44,141mi.

2012 CADILLAC

SRX

21,998

White, Stk#15039, VIN#F6134894, 3.6L, V6, Auto, FWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, Tilt, AM/FM/Satellite, Bluetooth, A/C, 46,279mi.

2014 GMC

YUKON XL $ ,

38 997

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED! Black, Stk#14970, VIN#ER202173, SUV, AWD, V8, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, Nav, OnStar, 38,491mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

TRAVERSE LT $ ,

31 995

Siren Red, Stk#14927, VIN#FJ349106, 3.6L, V6, Auto, AWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, Tilt, AM/FM/Satellite, 6.5” Color Touchscreen, Hitch, Rf Rack, Dual Sunroof, Bose Sound, 14,523mi.

2009 CHEVROLET

MALIBU LS $ ,

8 495

Gray, Stk#15018, VIN#94195844, 2.4L, 4-Cyl, Auto, FWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, R/Def, Tilt, AM/FM/Satellite/CD/MP3, 69,346mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

CAMARO $ ,

36 995

Silver Ice, Stk#15005, VIN#F9232266, 6.2L, V8, Manual, RWD, P/S/ABS, A/C, P/Winds/Lcks, Tilt, AM/FM/Satellite, 7” Color Touchscreen, MyLink, Lthr, 9,956mi.

GM Executive Demo

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