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Visitors to the municipal building in Harrison can now expect to see an official greeter when they enter the revolving door in the lobby. No, Town Hall has not been designated an historic landmark (not that we know of, anyway) or tourist destination. It’s a new security measure, prompted by an order by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts, dating from 2006, directing municipal courts to upgrade security for all personnel assigned there. When The Observer asked Hudson County Assignment Judge Peter Bariso Jr. last August how the county was doing with compliance, he said that Kearny and Harrison had failed to pass muster but that he was on the case. Sure enough, both West Hudson towns have been prodded into action, with Harrison a bit further along than its neighbor. Harrison Mayor James Fife said the town implemented a new security protocol for its court on March 21, acquiring a metal detector for $5,500, and hiring several “Class 2” officers licensed to carry firearms

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Fireﬁghters work to extinguish a blaze at 44 Charles St., Bloomﬁeld, Saturday night.

By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent BLOOMFIELD –

t least six families were displaced by a three-alarm fire that

destroyed as many apartments at a complex at 44 Charles St. in Bloomfield Saturday night, authorities said. Mayor Michael J. Venezia used his Facebook page

over the weekend to keep residents and victims of the fire alike aware of what was happening. “There are at least six families without homes following the horrible fire on Charles St.,” Venezia

wrote. “I personally know two families that lived in the house. Five little girls [are] with nothing — sizes 7, 8, 10, 2T — and a 16-year-old girl. Two sets of parents as well. see FIRE page

Kearny Eagles honored for 80 years of service By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

the members of the Town Council and Freeholder Al Cifelli, representing Hudson County government, presentKEARNY — ed proclamations congratulatA longstanding service organization was singled out for ing the Kearny Aerie No. 2214, commendation at last Tuesday Fraternal Order of Eagles, on its 80th anniversary. night’s meeting of the Kearny The Kearny Aerie is part governing body. of an international nonprofit Mayor Alberto Santos and

organization founded in 1898 by members of the theatrical profession, whose slogan is “People Helping People.” And the Kearny Aerie is the oldest in New Jersey, according to President Craig Donnelly Sr., who says that it has continued operations at the same site at 166 Midland Ave.

since its inception in 1936. The charter members purchased the property for $2,500, according to Donnelly, who said his family has a 200-year history in Kearny. Donnelly, who was elected president last June, said the see EAGLES page

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Woman nearly bilked of $3K: NPD R esidents in the township continue to fall victim to fraudsters, including a woman who believed she needed to buy $3,000 in new medical equipment to get hired for a new job, the Nutley Police Department announced. On April 13, police said the victim received an email informing her she was hired for a new job in the medical field. However, in order to start working, the victim would receive a check from the new “company” for $2,964.85. Police said she was instructed to deposit the check in her own personal account — she did — and then send the cash for the equipment using Western Union [she did that, too]. Unfortunately, the victim’s bank, police said, called her not too long after she made the Western Union transaction to let her know her account was overdrawn by nearly $2,400. After doing some research after the fraudulent transaction, the victim told police she learned the “company” involved — called Accretive Health — was part of an already-known scam. The victim said she had to file a police report for her bank to document the alleged fraud. Meanwhile, the NPD released the following reports of incidents that took place between April 9 and April 15: April 9 • A Whitford Ave. resident reported an attempted burglary. NPD directed officers to the area. Upon arrival, officers said they observed an open door and minor damage on the door tape near the dead bolt lock. Additional officers arrived on scene to clear the residence. The owners were

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contacted and responded back to the residence to find nothing taken. • A motor vehicle stop on Bloomfield Ave. resulted in the arrest of Christie Lukasiewicz, 28, of Nutley, on an active Newark warrant. Lukasiewicz was transported to HQ without incident and was unable to post the appropriate bail. Newark was contacted and they approved releasing Lukasiewicz on her own recognizance with a new court date. April 10 • A motor vehicle stop on River Road resulted in the arrest of Solomon Thomas, 41, of Bayonne, on active warrants out of Roselle and Basking Ridge. He was transported to NPD HQ without incident and was able to post the appropriate bail for each warrant. Thomas was released after receiving a Nutley ticket for having unclear license plates. • Headquarters received a call of two suspicious vehicles on Park Drive. Both parties were seated in the same vehicle when officers arrived. After a brief interview, it was determined one of the parties, Anthony Johnson, 30, of Paterson, was wanted by the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office. He was taken into custody and transported to HQ

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without incident. The Bergen County Sheriff’s Office responded to take custody of Johnson • Officers were dispatched to Nichols Park — near the water falls — and observed graffiti on a wall in yellow and orange spray paint. Additionally, there was a lot of other graffiti on the railings of the foot bridge with vulgar comments in magic marker — and some graffiti in yellow spray paint. • Headquarters received a call of a burglary on Highfield Lane and units were directed to the area. Officers observed the top half of the double door located on the side of the garage was broken. Additionally, the front driver-side door to the victim’s vehicle in the garage was found opened. The victims were not sure if anything was taken from the garage or vehicle. The top half of the side garage door appeared to be pushed in and the frame had no pry marks or damage. The vehicle door did not have any damage and the door was likely left unlocked. The victims were advised to contact HQ should they notice anything missing from the garage. April 11 • A motor vehicle stop on E. Passaic Ave. resulted in the arrest of Tiffany Cetrulo, 18, of Nutley, on an outstanding Bloomfield warrant. Cetrulo we transported to HQ without incident, Bloomfield was contacted and requested Cetrulo be transported to their jurisdiction. She was issued Nutley summonses for obstructed view and driving while suspended and advised of her Nutley Court dates before the transfer to Bloomfield. • A victim came into the

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NPD HQ report fraud. The victim said approximately two month ago, he received a letter from the IRS advising him of an issue with a business linked to his Discover Card. However, the victim doesn’t own a business, nor do he have a Discover Card. Discover was contacted and they started a fraud investigation and additionally, the victim enrolled in a creditreporting identity theft-prevention program. The victim declined entry into the NCIC as an identity-theft victim. • Officers responded to Chase St. to take a report of a theft of a St. Anthony taken from the resident’s front lawn. The estimated value of the statue is $100. The victim was advised of their right to sign a complaint with the Nutley Court should thief become known. This is the sixth known religious statue known to have been stolen in the township since Jan. 1. • A vehicle parked on Park Ave. sustained damage to its front windshield. There was a lacrosse practice going on in the area at the time — and officers said the damage was consistent with a lacrosse ball striking the windshield. April 12 • Justin Rosamilia, 27, of Nutley, was arrested on Prospect St. on an outstanding Clifton warrant. He was transported to HQ without incident, paid appropriate bail and was released. • Police received a walk-in report of damage to a victim’s passenger-side vehicle mirror. Damage was estimated at $250. • A theft on Franklin Ave. was reported to police. The victim said his bike was taken from the side of a Franklin see NPD page

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state Superior Court judge in Essex County has signed off on the sale of St. Michael’s Medical Center in Newark to Prime Healthcare Services. Judge Walter Koprowski signed an order for final judgment that grants approval of the sale of the 357-bed hospital to Prime Healthcare, a national hospital system with 42 acute-care hospitals in 14 states. “We are thankful to Judge Koprowski for his ruling, and everyone involved in getting us to this point,” said Luis Leon, president of hospital operations for Prime Healthcare. “Our perseverance throughout the state’s review of this transaction over the past three years, as well as our successful acquisition and turnaround of St. Clare’s Health System in Morris County and St. Mary’s General Hospital in Passaic, are proof of Prime Healthcare’s commitment to providing efficient, compassionate and cost-effective care to the people of New Jersey. We look forward to

expanding that commitment to patients in the Newark area and to preserving St. Michael’s legacy of quality, compassionate healthcare to future generations of Newarkers.” The judge’s order is the final hurdle in a process that began more than three years ago, when Prime Healthcare first entered into an agreement to purchase the assets of the financially struggling hospital. The sale needed the approval of both the state Department of Health and the Attorney General’s Office, which must ensure the sale is in the public interest under the Community Health Care Assets Protection Act. The process was complicated by a report issued last year that recommended the closure of St. Michael’s as an acute-care hospital and its conversion into an ambulatory center. Faced with uncertainty, the hospital in August filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. As part of the bankruptcy proceedings, the hospital was put out to bid to prospective buyers.

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We repair or replace around 30 meters per month due to malfunction, vandalism, tampering and so forth.” Last year, the township netted $135,000 in meter revenues but, with an improved version that, presumably, will be more resistant to breakdowns, even more cash should be realized, he said. The current mechanized meters take a quarter for 30 minutes of parking time and 50¢ for an hour. Each meter provides for a two-hour maximum parking time. But with the types of electronic hardware and software options available from companies like MPS, motorists could be looking at a much more expansive and flexible parking system, the commissioner said. For example, drivers can replace coins with credit cards and to eliminate the worry

about getting a parking ticket for not getting back in time to feed the meter, drivers can use a mobile app to adjust the meter. Or, drivers can buy “no fine” insurance as another contingency to avoid getting ticketed. Or, if a driver does get ticketed, he or she can get a discount when paying the fine at the meter. Other mobile device features allow a driver to locate an available metered space while in transit and, after parking and conducting business, the driver can learn how much time is left on the meter and get an email confirmation of the time purchased. As part of a meter package, the township can opt for installation of high-definition, wide-angle cameras facing see METERS page

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KPD: Defining ‘public nuisance’ I

f you were near the main branch of the Kearny Public Library on the morning of Saturday, April 9, police say you may have witnessed a middle-aged man shouting and cursing at passersby, including children. If you were at Kearny and Wilson Aves. last Wednesday afternoon, police say you may have seen the same man throwing things into traffic. You probably will not see him in the near future, we think, since he subsequently landed in the Hudson County Jail. Police identified the man as Phillip Frank, 48, of Kearny, who caught their attention at about 9:40 a.m., April 9, with his reputed antics on the front steps of the library. Not only was he causing a disturbance, but his pants had dropped to the point where his genitals were exposed, police said. Officer Sean Kelly approached and pointed this out, but Frank reportedly continued his belligerence and so was arrested for lewdness and harassment. He was later released on summonses. Shortly after 2 p.m., April 13, Lt. Paul Bershefski and Capt. Tim Wagner observed Frank throwing food items into the northbound traffic lane on Kearny Ave., police said. When the plainclothes officers identified themselves as cops, Frank’s reported response was, “Why don’t you go *%#* yourselves?” Sgt. Michael Gonzalez arrived on scene, also ordered Frank to cease and desist, and was threatened with bodily harm, police said. Frank was then arrested for: disorderly conduct, littering, making ter-

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Slavery fled when they fell in the foggy dew By Karen Zautyk As down the glen one Easter morn to a city fair rode I There armed lines of marching men in squadrons passed me by No pipe did hum, no battle drum did sound its loud tattoo But the Angelus bell o’er the Liffey’s swell rang out in the foggy dew.

bellion in Ireland,” the New York Times ran in-depth p.1 stories for a full two weeks. And despite the “failure” of the Rising, freedom’s light did shine forth. It took the War of Independence (1919-21) and a Civil War (1922-23), but the Irish were able to break the centuries-old shackles of British rule. (Except, alas, in Ulster, which led to The Troubles of more recent times.) bove is the opening In 1915, Padraig Pearse, one verse of the song “The of the Rising leaders who Foggy Dew,” which would be executed, gave an commemorates the 1916 oration at the grave of another Easter Rising in that “city rebel Irishman, O’Donovan fair” called Dublin. This comRossa. It concluded with the ing Sunday marks the 100th prescient statement about anniversary of the rebellion the British, “ . . . the fools, that set Ireland on the path WIKIPEDIA the fools, the fools! They to eventual independence Dublin 1916 have left us our Fenian dead, -- at least for the 26 counties and while Ireland holds outside of Ulster. some accounts, 20,000 British explain the disconcerting aling through these graves, Ireland unfree As with most things Irish While Britannia’s Huns, with troops were called to the bat- liance: “The enemy of my shall never be at peace.” (I’m half a Gael, so I can com- their long-range guns, sailed in tle: 20,000 vs. 1,200. And the enemy is my friend.” My apologies for what is a ment), nothing is simple, even through the foggy dew. Irish who were killed includmere hodgepodge outline of trying to mark a centenary. ed civilians whose only crime Oh the bravest fell, and the what transpired a century ago, Easter is a movable feast, its was residing in Dublin. The rebel force, estimated Requiem bell rang mournfully but I wanted to acknowledge date changing every year. The at between 1,200 and 2,000, The song’s noting of Suvla and clear the centenary in some way. If Rising took place on Easter mustered at locations around and Sud-El-Bar referred to For those who died that Eastyou are interested in learnMonday, which in 1916 was sites at Gallipoli, scene of the ertide in the springtime of the central Dublin and hung out ing more, there are countless April 24. But in 2016, Easter disastrous 1915 British ofthe flag of war at what was year websites, and PBS has proMonday was March 28. Dublin to be their headquarters, fensive against the Turks. While the world did gaze, duced a comprehensive threecelebrated the anniversary The massive casualties there the General Post Office on with deep amaze, at those fearpart documentary “1916: The then. Purists like myself (and included Irishmen who were Sackville St. (now O’Connell less men, but few, Who bore Irish Rebellion.” Starting Sunthe Irish Consulate in New St.), where today you can still serving in the British Army the fight that freedom’s light day, Sundance TV is to air a York) will do so on the actual see the bullet holes in the during World War I, and Irish- might shine through the foggy miniseries, “Rebellion.” And 100-years-later date, this Sun- stone columns. men perished all across the dew. opening on Broadway, for, day. Western Front fighting the The British were caught alas, a limited engagement is The rebellion lasted less Germans. off-guard, and their initial Rebels died at Eastertide, a musical “The Bloody Irish,” than a week. Which is the reason I have and afterwards. Following response included an anachfeaturing songs from and never been able to quite grasp the surrender on April 29, the ronistic cavalry charge down about the Rising. Also, if you’d Right proudly high over the Irish rebels’ negotiating Sackville. (Imagine horseBritish rounded up the surlike to hear what “The Foggy Dublin Town, they hung out with Germany. Indeed, the men led by a sword-wielding viving leaders of the Rising, Dew” sounds like, there are the flag of war 1916 Rising was to be support- imprisoned and executed commander galloping along various versions on YouTube. ‘Twas better to die ‘neath ed by 20,000 rifles shipped Fifth Ave.) But Britannia’s them. But the world, indeed, (Editor’s Note): St. Stephen’s an Irish sky than at Suvla or from there to Ireland, but the did gaze with deep amaze at Huns soon got their act, and Church, Kearny, will host Sud-El-Bar Royal Navy sank the guntheir long-range guns, towhat had transpired in Eire. a special Mass to mark the And from the plains of Royal gether and wreaked havoc runner boat. As one recent While one London newspaper Easter Rising at noon, Sunday, Meath strong men came hurry- on the city. According to documentary attempted to headlined its story “Crazy ReApril 24.

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Belleville street renamed for vet KIA BELLEVILLE – decorated Belleville veteran who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country was honored in a street naming ceremony. On March 26, the township dedicated the intersection of Tiona Ave. and Nolton St. as “Roger B. Crowell Way” as a tribute to the township resident who was killed in action Jan. 31, 1968, in the Vietnam War – one of 11 Belleville sons who died in that conflict. Mayor Raymond Kimble joined with Councilman Kevin Kennedy, other officials including Belleville Historic Preservation Chairman Thomas Grolimond, veterans and residents in recognizing Crowell, who lived at 100 Tiona Ave. where a street sign now bears his name. This tribute supplements a previously installed memorial to Crowell sponsored by the Belleville Little League. Author Anthony Buccino, who has researched the histories of Belleville residents who

and South Vietnamese soldiers dealt setbacks during the Tet Offensive launched by the Viet Cong country-wide on Jan. 30, 1968. On Jan. 31, according to military records, Crowell “distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions … while serving as a tank driver … [when] his platoon was called to reinforce friendly elements engaged in a fierce firefight with a regimental size force of Viet Cong and North VietnamPhoto courtesy Township of Belleville ese Army soldiers who had Councilman Kevin Kennedy speaks at the dedication of Roger B. Crowell Way. penetrated the Tan Son Nhut Air Base perimeter. died in combat in the various 1967. “While moving into the battle wars in which Americans have He was granted a four-day site, the platoon was subjected deployed, said, in referring to leave to spend time with his to savage enemy rocket, autoCrowell, that, “Belleville lost a wife, the former Gail Corino, matic weapons and small-arms brave young man.” his high school sweetheart, and fire. Crowell – a Little League their newborn son Roger Jr. “Specialist Crowell’s tank All-Star and Outstanding Player Back in country, after 11 was struck by three anti-tank (1958-60) who went to School months of service, Crowell rockets, and his commander 5 and Belleville High School was promoted to Specialist 4th directed the crew to evacuate (class of 1965) where he was Class and his unit enjoyed a the disabled vehicle. Heedless a three-letter athlete – was USO Christmas show featuring of his safety amid withering drafted into the Army and was entertainer Bob Hope. hostile fire, Specialist Crowell assigned to the 25th Infantry Soon after, the infantry unit unhesitatingly left the driver’s Division in Vietnam on Oct. 15, was among the many American compartment and climbed

inside the tank. “Alone, he quickly loaded and fired 18 devastatingly accurate cannon rounds on the attacking insurgents. “When continuing enemy rocket fire rendered the main gun inoperable, Specialist Crowell fearlessly exposed himself to the relentless fusillade and raked the hostile positions with a hail of bullets from the tank’s machine gun until he was struck by enemy small arms fire and instantly killed. “Specialist Crowell’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty, at the cost of his life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” For his actions, Crowell was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, the Combat Infantryman Badge and the South Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. – Ron Leir

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See Kearny man’s play in Nutley By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent

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on its 37th anniversary and the St. Stephen’s Seniors Club on its 25th anniversary. And they hailed the opening of Stop Hunger Now’s New York/Metro office in space donated by River Terminal at 110 Central Ave., in South Kearny. Santos described the parent group as a global organization that relies on volunteers to weigh and package meals consisting of a combination of rice, soy and dehydrated vegetables plus vitamins which are shipped to vulnerable populations, mostly to sub-Saharan areas, some in the Western Hemisphere and some in the U.S. The mayor pointed out that there continue to be emergency food pantries operating out of St. Stephen’s, St. Cecilia’s and Grace Methodist Churches serving needy Kearny residents. gone missing. Two other packages were also missing from previous deliveries that had all been marked as “delivered” by the Post Office. The merchandise was valued at approximately $41. April 14 The victim of suspected fraudulent credit activity responded to HQ to report it. The suspect allegedly made several purchases for cell phones and iPads on the victim’s Sprint account, estimated at $2,800. The financial institution was contacted and will investigate. A police report was required for Sprint to open its investigation. April 15 Officers dispatched to Cook Road took a report of a theft. Some 28 batteries — valued at $500 — were stolen from an AT&T cell location in the area. The premises were found unlocked and five locks with passcodes were missing. The batteries weigh approximately 119 pounds each. New locks have since been installed. – Kevin Canessa Jr.

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The Harrison American Legion Post 282 hosts its annual Police & Fire Awards on Sunday, April 24, at 2 p.m., at the Harrison/East Newark Elks Lodge, 406-408 Harrison Ave., Harrison. This year’s honorees are Det. Frank Navarez, Policeman of the Year; Lt. Joseph Faugno, Fireman of the Year and Eric Hausmann, Firefighter/EMT of the Year. Call Edwin Marshman Jr. at 973-900-9616 for more details.

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4 p.m.: Monet Monday (Art program for children in grade 1 to 6). At 5 p.m.: Troops (preK through grade 12). Tuesdays: 1 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.: Women’s group (Women 16 and older). Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.: Kids soccer (children ages 4 to 6). Fridays at 4 p.m.: Forte Friday (music lessons for kids from grades 2 to 12). Also, an away camp is available for the summer. Call Rebecca at 201-9911115 for more information. The Kearny Public Library, 318 Kearny Ave., offers these upcoming events: • A screening of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (PG-13) is featured Saturday, April 23,

at 10:30 a.m., in the lower level of the Main Library. Light refreshments will be served. For more information on library programs, call 201-9982666 or visit www.kearnylibrary.org.

Resorts — Sunday, April 24. Refreshments will be available on the bus both ways. Resorts will raffle off a brand-new Lincoln. Reserve a seat by calling Mullins at 201-933-2186.

welcome. Participants should bring supplies. • Check out an exhibit of new works by members of The Women Artists of Nutley in the library gallery and display cases during April Nutley as part of the observance of Lyndhurst The Nutley Public Library, Women’s History Month. Oil, Lyndhurst’s first-ever Spring 93 Booth Drive, announces acrylic and watercolor paintStreet Fair takes place Satthe following programs. ings, along with photography, urday, May 14, from 10 a.m. Registration is required where pastels and drawings, will be to 5 p.m., with a rain date of noted. To register, call 973featured. Sunday, May 16. Vendors, 667-0405. Call the library for more inrides and amusements will be • Patrons are invited to play formation on this exhibit and set up on Delafield and Court Bridge at the library every other programs. The comAves. There will also be live Tuesday at 1 p.m. plete schedule of programs is music and a DJ. • Wednesday Afternoon available at the library and on the library website at www. Mary Lou Mullins resumes Knitters meet weekly at 1 nutleypubliclibrary.org. her Atlantic City trips —to p.m. All levels of knitters are

State Fair Meadowlands celebrating 30th anniversary State Fair Meadowlands, the largest fair in the New York metro area with more than 150 rides and attractions, will celebrate 30 years of operation this summer, running for 17 days from June 23 to July 10 at the State Fair Meadowlands Fairgrounds, next to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. The fair — featuring acres and acres of food, whiteknuckle rides and world-class family entertainment —kicks off with a special “Throwback Thursday” preview night on June 23. Throwback Thursday celebrates the fair’s opening in 1986 with a bargain hand stamp, for both admission and rides, for just $19.86 (non-hand stamp entry price is $7 for adults, $5 for children). Friday, June 24 is Dollar Day, with admission $10 for all ages, and just $2 each for rides, food, games, select food and drinks and parking. “To commemorate 30 years of happiness and fun, this year we are bringing in electrifying new acts, as well as beloved favorites,” said Al Dorso, president of State Fair Meadowlands. “We are proud to present, for the first time, our headline show — the spectacular new High Dive Act. Watch courageous, death-defying daredevils as they dive from dizzying

heights into a shallow pool of water. That’s one splash you won’t want to miss!” The following entertainment is FREE with fair entry ticket. • High Dive Act — If you’ve ever wondered what an Olympic diver does for a living when he’s not at the Olympics, wonder no more. These powerful divers will shock and amaze as they soar from an 85-foot platform into a pool of just 10 feet. Performing twice daily on weekdays and three times daily on weekends and July 4. • The Great American Thrill Show — This is an open-air performance of gymnastic acrobats and aerialists, dazzling audiences on the high wire and 90-foot sway pole — performing twice daily on weekdays and three times daily on weekends and July 4. • The Racing Pigs — Back by popular demand for their 28th year, throw your arms in the air and cheer them on as they rip up their real piggy racetrack. Performing four times on weekdays and five times on weekends and July 4. • Master hypnotist Steve Bayner — This hypnotist manages to be silly and amazing at the same time. Take your chances and get up on stage with him. Times to be announced.

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— Kids will get up close and personal with animals of the world. This is a perfect spot for ridiculous selfies. Open to the public throughout the fair (rides on the elephant are an extra fee). State Fair Meadowlands also features 50-plus rides and the largest Kiddieland in New Jersey. The Sky Ride returns this year, providing sky-high views of the fair and the Manhattan skyline. For Batman fans, the Batcopter will provide rides with panoramic views of the fair in the original helicopter from the 1966 TV series. The fair occupies more than 35 acres of grounds. Fair hours are Monday through Thursday, 6 p.m. to midnight; Fridays 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturdays 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Sundays 2 p.m. to mid-

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help try to put it out. “I pray that the fire department and men who are trying to put this out come out safe.” And it appears all firefighters did make it out safely. Lucille Franklin, of Paterson, said she was driving on the Garden State Parkway when she saw the incredibly intense smoke from the fire. “I could see it all coming from around the Home Depot,” Franklin

said. “At first, I couldn’t tell if it was coming from the Home Depot. I later found out it wasn’t, but that smoke was crazy. It’s pretty amazing that no one was seriously hurt in that fire from what I’ve been heard. They were all lucky to get out and lucky no one lost a life.” Meanwhile, firefighters from Verona, Clifton, East Orange, West Orange and Irvington provided mutual aid at the scene.

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Nutley softball takes down No. 1 team in state Defeats Mt. St. Dominic, 1-0, as Holden shines

NJIT tabs Kennedy as next hoops coach NEWARK – Jim Engles almost walked on water, turning a laughingstock NJIT men’s basketball program from owning the longest losing streak in NCAA history (51 games, but now who’s counting?) to two straight 20-win seasons, including some of the biggest upsets in recent major college history, and two consecutive appearances in the College Insider Tournament semifinals. When Engles decided to leave NJIT after eight years for the Ivy League and the head coaching job at Columbia where he once served as an assistant, it left NJIT athletic director Lenny Kaplan with some giant shoes to fill. As it turned out, Kaplan didn’t have to look very far for Engles’ replacement. Kaplan found his new head coach right in his own building. Last Friday morning, the school announced that former assistant coach Brian Kennedy had been elevated to the role of head coach, replacing the man who lured Kennedy out of coaching retirement and back into college

basketball. “We didn’t need to change things,” Kaplan said. “We have a team that is built ready to win. We didn’t want someone to come in and change things. We want to keep the momentum going. We needed someone who understands where we are and has a great knowledge of recruiting in the area. There was no doubt that the right man was already on our campus.” In 2002, Kennedy left coaching basketball for a life on Wall Street. This was a move made by a man whose life was built around basketball. His father, the late Bob Kennedy, ran the Pocono Invitational Camp in Pennsylvania every summer. Kennedy’s uncle Pat was a long-time head coach at Iona, Florida State and DePaul, where Brian Kennedy once coached. The basketball bloodlines continue. Kennedy’s brother, Rob, was an assistant coach at Monmouth University before moving on to run the Pocono Invitational Camp and Hoop Group businesses that his see VIEW next page

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The Nutley softball season received a huge boost last week, when the Maroon Raiders defeated Mount St. Dominic, 1-0, to topple the No. 1-ranked team in New Jersey, thanks to the pitching of senior Emily Holden (l.) and the fleet feet of catcher Danielle Pomponio (r.). It marked the first time ever that Nutley ever knocked off the No. 1 team in New Jersey.

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efore her team took the field last Friday afternoon against the No. 1-ranked team in the entire state of New Jersey, namely Mount St. Dominic, veteran Nutley head softball coach Luann Zullo gave the Maroon Raiders a little tidbit of advice. “This is your opportunity to play the top team in the state,” Zullo said to her team. “This is your time to shine.” The Maroon Raiders were also facing Kelsey Oh, the top pitcher in New Jersey, the defending Gatorade Player of the Year. “She’s that good,” Zullo said. “We knew that the hits were

going to be hard to come by. It’s funny, to us, we’re playing the Mount. We always feel like it’s a huge game.” For anyone in Essex County, facing Mount St. Dominic should be the game on the schedule, considering that before Friday’s showdown with Nutley, Mount St. Dominic had not lost a single game within the confines of the county for three years, a collective 36 straight games. But that all came to an end Friday, thanks to the talented left arm of pitcher Emily Holden, who fired a three-hit shutout, striking out 10, leading the Maroon Raiders to a huge 1-0 upset win over the previously ranked No. 1 team in the state.

The Maroon Raiders collected only one hit off Oh, a single by Holden, but that hit had nothing to do with the scoring. The Maroon Raiders scored the lone run of the game when catcher Danielle Pomponio walked, then moved over to second base on Lauren Hogan’s sacrifice bunt and then scored on an error. That was it, but it was also all that Holden would need. Holden had a great week, throwing three shutouts in five appearances. It was a busy week for the Maroon Raiders, as they played five games in three different showcases. “She’s absolutely been battle tested,” Zullo said of Holden, see NUTLEY page

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soon as Coach Engles decided to leave, then we stepped forward and told Kennedy who they wanted to coach.” Coleman said that he was joyous to see that Kaplan hired Kennedy. “I’m real excited about it,” said Coleman, the St. Anthony product who has become a pure scorer in college. “He helped me become more skilled and made me a better player. I think that’s only going to continue. If not for Coach Kennedy, I don’t know where I’d be.” Kennedy, the father of four, summed up his triumphant day. “I feel truly blessed to be here,” Kennedy said. “It’s an unbelievable opportunity. It is a transition going from assistant to head coach. Jim and I are different people. I will be myself. I will instill the utmost confidence in my guys. It’s going to be a change, but I think they’re up for it. The transition will be really easy.” Kennedy feels he was born to be a head coach, so it just took a while for it to actually happen. “Growing up in a basketball world, I was born for this,” Kennedy said. “Basketball has always been a part of me. It’s in my blood.”

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Rob Kennedy is currently a highly respected basketball analyst on television, working a lot with ESPN, especially doing NJIT games this past season. So basketball has always been in Brian Kennedy’s blood, even when he stepped away from the game. “When I was asked by Jim Engles to come back to coaching, I didn’t know what to expect,” Kennedy said. “I mean, there were trees and grass on campus at NJIT. I had no idea Newark had trees and grass.” After meeting with Engles, Kennedy knew that he had a new home. “I saw the vision that Jim Engles had for the program,” Kennedy said. “We built a partnership right away. I can’t thank Jim enough for giving me the chance to come here.” Kennedy knows full well what his role will be with the Highlanders come time for the first tipoff next fall. Quoting

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NJIT men’s basketball coach Brian Kennedy (c.) is introduced as the school’s 11th men’s basketball coach by president Dr. Joel Bloom (r.) and athletic director Lenny Kaplan.

an old adage, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” “My goal here is to continue to build on the success we’ve had,” Kennedy said. “We’re going to continue to recruit the way we always did. We’re first

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iotr Namiotko was born in the United States, moved to Poland with his family when he was just five months old and returned to the U.S. when he was 12. Namiotko played all the major sports growing up, especially football and basketball, which he kept with him after enrolling at Harrison High School a little more than three years ago. However, Namiotko never participated in his main sport, which is volleyball, until he was in eighth grade. “My cousin, Ziggy Goryn (a former standout at Wayne Hills) got me into it,” Namiotko said. “I just enjoyed the sport. Everyone was friendly and helpful.”

But there was no instant success. “I was terrible,” Namiotko said. “I didn’t know what I was doing. At first, it wasn’t easy. The coaches would have to take me over to the side to teach me what I was doing wrong. After I joined my club team (the Warren Six Pack), I started to get the hang of it.” Namiotko quickly developed into a solid player for the Blue Tide, playing a lot as a freshman, but still learning a lot as the matches went on. Last year, Namiotko emerged as one of the top performers in the state, leading the Blue Tide to their firstever state championship, the North Jersey Group II title and a berth in the NJSIAA Tournament of Champions. continued next page

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That wasn’t enough for Namiotko. He wanted to become more of a complete player. “We knew that Piotr was going to be a force to be reckoned with this season,” said Harrison head volleyball coach Nick Landy. “He’s a great competitor. But this year, he didn’t want to be just a net player. He wanted to play all the time, so he worked on digging balls and passing balls. He does everything now and leads by example. He doesn’t have to say much. Everyone knows him and respects him because of his skill level.” But now, admirers have another reason to acknowledge Namiotko’s abilities. “Last season, David Penaherrera gave us a lift from the backline and I had to come out,” Namiotko said. “It was a big loss for us. I just wanted be an all-around player. So I played every day, indoor, outdoor, on grass, in the sand, two-ontwo, whenever I could. I knew I could do it, play all the repetitions. It gave me confidence.” Landy believes that Namiotko is the best player he’s ever coached. “I’ve watch him mature into that role,” Landy said. “Because of some of the things he does, he can be

pretty frightening. He hits the ball so hard that I worry about someone getting hit with the ball. There are times that I turn to my assistant coach (Anthony Sabia) and say, ‘Did you see that?’ It’s just a thrill to watch him. Added Landy, “He just wants to be involved all the time. He wants to be a part of the action all the time. He’s more of a team contributor now.” Last week, the Blue Tide had a tremendous week, winning all six matches to improve to 13-0 on the season. They capped their outstanding week with wins over state-ranked teams like Fair Lawn, St. Joseph of Montvale and Hackensack to improve to 13-0 and most certainly a state ranking among the top four in the state when the polls come out later this week. In the matches prior to the three on Saturday, Namiotko collected 89 kills, 41 digs, 14 blocks, 13 service points and three aces. For his all-around efforts, Namiotko has been selected as The Observer Athlete of the Week for the past week. Namiotko likes being the team leader. “I like being the one who brings the team up,” Namiotko said. “I like being with

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Neno-Rosa Agency

551-553 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032

Augusto Neno

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BELLEVILLE

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Kearny – 4 Family – 3 Apartments w/ 2 Bedrooms & 1 Apartment w/ 1 Bedroom. Driveway w/ 2 Car Garage. Asking $485,000

Belleville – 1 Family – Ranch w/ 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Eat in Kitchen & 2 Full Baths. Finished Basement. 1 Car Garage. Asking $159,900

BLOOMFIELD

NORTH ARLINGTON

Bloomfield – 1 Family – Cozy Split Level Home w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen & 3 Season Porch. Central Air/Forced Hot Air. Driveway for 2-3 Cars. Asking $260,000.

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NEW LISTING! Kearny – 2 Family – Both Apartments Have 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Dining Rm & Bath. Finished Basement. Driveway For 2 Cars. Asking $275,000

CLIFTON

North Arlington – Totally Remodeled Home w/ Master Bedroom Suite w/ Walk in Closet & Private bath, 2 Additional Bedrooms, 1.5 Modern Baths, Living Rm w/Sliding Door to Deck Overlooking Backyard, Dining Area & Beautiful Modern Kitchen w/Island, Granite Counter Tops and Stainless Steel Appliances. Finished Basement w/ Rec Rm & Laundry Rm. Parking for 2 Cars. Asking $469,000

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Townhouse – 1 Year Old Townhouse w/ 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, Living Rm, Dining Rm & Modern Kitchen w/ Beautiful Cabinets, Granite Countertops and Stainless Steel Appliances. Built in 1 Car Garage. Asking $409,000.

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UNDER CONTRACT Clifton – 1 Family – Cape w/ 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Kitchen, Living Rm & Dining Rm. Finished Basement. 1 Car Garage. Asking $299,000.

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Condo – Condo w/ 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Living Rm, Dining Area, Laundry Rm & Kitchen. Parking for 1 car. Asking $228,900

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Kearny – 1 Family – Colonial w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Living Rm, Dining Rm & Eat in Kitchen. Fenced in Yard w/ Patio. Many recent upgrades in the past few years. Asking $249,000.

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

North Arlington – 4 Family – All Apartments Have 1 Bdrm, Living Rm, Dining Area, Modern Kit. & Bath. 1 Finished Basement w/ Summer Kitchen, Rec Rm & Full Bath. 1 Unfinished Basement w/ Laundry Hookups & Mechanical Rm. All Separate Utilities. Driveway w/ 1 Car Gar. Call for More Information.

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Belleville – 1 Family – Colonial w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Living Rm, Dining Rm & Kitchen. Driveway w/ 2 Car Garage. Asking $202,900

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Union – 1 Family – Cape w/ 3 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Finished Basement. Large 60 x 100 Lot. 1 Car Garage. Asking $239,900

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Kearny – Store & 2 Apartments – Store w/ over 1100 sq ft of Commercial Space & Both Apartments Have 3 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Kitchen & Bath. All Separate Utilities. Asking $429,000.

North Arlington – 2 Family – Beautiful and Modern Home w/ 2 Bedrooms on 1st Floor and 3 Bedrooms on 2nd & 3rd Floors. Finished Basement. Driveway & 2 Car Garage. Asking $424,900

Roselle – 1 Family – Colonial w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath, Living Rm, Dining Rm & Kitchen. Large 50 x 100 Lot w/ Driveway. Asking $199,900

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UNDER CONTRACT Belleville – 2 Family – 1st Floor Apartment Has 1 Bedroom & 2nd Floor Apartment Has 2 Bedrooms. Conveniently Located Near All Mass Transportation. Handyman Special. Asking $119,000.

Belleville – 1 Family – Cape w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Living Rm & Eat in Kitchen. Central Air/Forced Hot Air. Driveway. Great Location on a Cul de sac. Asking $229,900

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$500 Closing Cost Credit Rosa Agency is pleased to announce we will be giving a $500.00 Closing Credit Cost at closing to any Veteran, Police Officer, Firefighter or Union Employee who purchases a home from Rosa Agency by November 11, 2016 – Veterans Day. During the seminar, we will be discussing the home buying process and specific financing options and credits provided by Juan Torres (NMLSR ID: 404020) from Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Light refreshments will be served.

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CEO of St. Michael’s Medical Center. “The judge’s order brings closure to a long period of uncertainty. I am thankful to all those who stood with us and by us during that period. Now we can look forward to a stable future under the leader-

ship of Prime Healthcare that will allow St. Michael’s to continue providing high-quality health care to the residents of greater Newark.” Ricci thanked a coalition that had formed to save the hospital. Lead by group of ministers, the coalition gathered more than 50,000 signatures

urging the Christie administration to approve the sale to Prime Healthcare. St. Michael’s is currently exempt from paying property taxes. Under Prime Healthcare, the hospital would begin paying property taxes to the city. — Kevin Canessa Jr.

Welsh receives award from Council on Safety & Health Retired Judge James C. Welsh, counsel to Brady, Brady & Reilly, LLC, recently received an award from the Council on Safety & Health with gratitude and appreciation for his many years of dedication and service on behalf of New Jersey workers. Previously, Welsh served as Presiding Judge of the Hudson County Workman’s

Compensation Court, where he received awards from the Hudson County Bar Association in recognition of his commitment to “fair and equal treatment to petitioners and respondents alike,” and the prestigious Louis J. Camisa Award of Merit “for lifetime achievement in the administration of justice.” Recently, Welsh was a

lecturer at an Institute for Continuing Legal Education seminar called “Workers Compensation College” at the law center in New Brunswick. “We are proud to have him as counsel to our firm and for the significant role he plays in handling our workerscompensation cases,” said Kathleen M. Reilly, managing attorney at Brady, Brady & Reilly.

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For the drivers, there can be amber alerts, notices of street closures, community events and discounts from local retailers. For the township, with the aid of built-in, cloud-based data, analytics and administrative platform, there can be self-reporting messages to a supervisor, advising that a meter needs servicing and patterns/trends on how a single meter, street or entire parking

lot is performing. Asked if any communities in the region had secured such meters, Scarpelli said he believed the nearest municipality to have acquired such a hightech meter system was Palisades Park in Bergen County. As for the cost of implementing the new meters, Scarpelli said that it was his understanding that, with the MPS system, “there would be no upfront cost to the town-

BOARD OF EDUCATION TOWN OF HARRISON, NEW JERSEY FULL DAY KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2016-2017 Kindergarten Packets for School Year 2016-2017 will be available for pick-up at Transition Meeting being held on May 11, 2016 at Harrison High School, 401 Kingsland Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029 at 7:00PM Registration will begin May 16, 2016 by Appointment only.

PLACE: Residency Office, 620 North Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. Monday through Thursday, May 16 to June 3, 2016 Time: 9:00AM – 12:00 Noon and 1:00PM – 4:00PM Registrants for full day Kindergarten classes must be 5 years old on or before October 1, 2016. All children must register for the Lincoln School Full Day Kindergarten Program. (Enrollment in preschool programs in 2015-2016 does not guarantee registration.) Before your registration application is accepted, parents must comply with the following regulations: # 1 Go to the District Residency Office at 620 North Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. to pick up a Registration Packet. The following items are required for the Residency Approval letter:

• For Renters/Tenants: Landlord Letter for all persons who rent. (This form is available at the Residency Office). This form must be signed and notarized by the landlord. • For Homeowners: Homeowners, THAT RESIDE IN HARRISON, must produce a deed or tax bill from the town of Harrison or mortgage papers for that property. The following forms of documentation may demonstrate a student’s eligibility for enrollment in the district: • PSE&G bill, telephone bill, cable bill, paycheck stub, bank statement with CURRENT ADDRESS • Property tax bills, deeds, contracts of sale, leases, mortgages, signed letters from landlords and other evidence of property ownership, tenancy or residency • Voter registrations, licenses, permits, financial account information, utility bills, delivery receipts, and other evidence of personal attachment to a particular location • Court orders, State agency agreements and other evidence of court or agency placements or directives • Receipts, bills, cancelled checks and other evidence of expenditures demonstrating personal attachment to a particular location, or, where applicable, to support of the student INCOMPLETE REGISTRATION PACKETS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. # 2 Please make sure your packet contains the following: • Child’s original birth certificate and health records-indicating the child’s immunization history. (see below for minimum health requirements) • Parent’s identification (Driver’s license or passport, or some form of government identification). • Custody papers (if parents are divorced or person is not parent, but has legal custody of student). Minimum Health Requirements 1. D.P.T.(Diphtheria Pertussis –Tetanus) 4 doses, with one dose given after the child’s fourth birthday or any 5 does 2. Polio – 3 doses, with one dose given after the child’s fourth birthday or any 4 doses 3. M.M.R. ( Measles – Mumps – Rubella) 2 doses given after the child’s first birthday 4. Hepatitis B- 3 doses at least 6 months between 1st and 3rd dose (if not 4th dose must be given) 5. Varicella – 1 dose 6. A physical is required (if the child was in pre-school a copy of that physical may be used). YOU MUST HAVE ALL THE ABOVE INFORMATION OR YOUR REGISTRATION PACKET WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

NO SHOTS / NO SCHOOL The above dates are for 5 year olds only. Pre- School Handicapped Program Harrison- Residents of Harrison should be advised that there are programs for the pre-school handicapped, age’s three to five. If a parent feels that a child has a special problem they should contact the office of Special Services at 973-483-2128.

All prospective registrants must meet the same requirements set forth for kindergarten registration.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FREDERICK G. CONFESSORE, ASST. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE “It is the policy of the Board of Education of the Harrison Public Schools not to discriminate in its programs, activities, employment practices or admission policies on the basis of race, color,creed, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, genetics, affectional and sexual orientation,disability or social or economic status.”

ship. The fee would be on the back end, based on a percentage of increased meter revenues.” Asked if the township would consider – as some larger-sized towns have done – creating a Municipal Parking Authority to oversee the township’s parking enterprises, Scarpelli said that he and his fellow commissioners have ruled out going that route because there is no need for another layer of government or the employees associated with that. One alternate possibility – which, he said, the commissioners “have looked at” – is a “parking utility,” but only if the revenues it collected were exclusively dedicated to the

maintenance and upkeep of the meters. To come up with a consensus on how the township should – if at all – proceed with some type of meter upgrade, Scarpelli said he would seek input, in particular, from Mayor/Public Safety Commissioner Alphonse Petracco on the potential for incorporating safety aspects and from Revenue & Finance Commissioner Thomas Evans for the “IT” features. Recreation Commissioner Mauro Tucci, the newly hired interim manager of Belleville, said he was impressed by the MPS presentation and would try to arrange a similar exposure for the Belleville governing body.

Seminar will cover long-term health care Job Haines Home is offering a free educational seminar that will cover what is involved with planning for long-term care. Recent studies indicate people are living longer. Healthcare for the aging population is a special concern for many, as a larger number of people will require these services now and in the future, including services for long-term care. No one is certain of what the future will bring, but pre-

paring now is important. This seminar will cover areas of long-term care planning, annuity strategies, maximizing social security and IRA planning. Don’t miss this important educational seminar on Tuesday, April 19, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Job Haines Home, 250 Bloomfield Ave., Bloomfield. Refreshments and snacks will be served. For more information, contact Donna Plotnick at 973-743-0972, ext. 133.

St. Dom’s open house slated for May 3 St. Dominic Academy, 2572 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, has announced several upcoming opportunities for prospective students. The academy hosts its spring open house for grades 7 to 12 on Tuesday, May 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will feature club and athletic demonstrations, including a performance by the award-winning Dominoes, presentations by academic departments and the administration, tours of the school and complete information about the application process for all grades 7-12, including transfers. Information about the Saint Dominic Academy Rising

Leaders Summer STEAM Program for girls entering fourththrough eighth-grade can be found on the school’s website, www.stdominicacad.com. The program will be held from June 20 to July 21, and the deadline to register is May 20. The academy is also offering a COOP entrance exam preparation course the week of July 27. Questions about the admissions process and/or any of these programs and events can be directed at any time to Andrea Apruzzese, St. Dominic Academy’s director of admissions at 201-434-5938, ext. 14, or to aapruzzese@ stdominicacad.com.

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obituaries@theobserver.com Gertrude M. Moldt Gertrude M. Moldt (nee Kelly), 90, died April 1, at her home in North Arlington. Born in Jersey City, she lived in North Arlington for the past 67 years. Gertrude enjoyed antiquing in the rural countryside of New Jersey and Pennsylvania and collecting Shirley Temple Memorabilia. She is the beloved wife of the late Henry W., the cherished mother of Susan, the loving sister of James Kelly and Anna Fairchild, the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her late twin sister, Teresa Woloszyn, and her other late siblings Marie Schoffstall, Frances Stolz and George Kelly. Funeral services were held at the Parow Funeral Home, 185 Ridge Road, North Arlington on Tuesday, April 5. The interment followed in Crest Haven Cemetery, Clifton.

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Antonio Fragoso Antonio Fragoso, of Kearny, died at home on April 12. Antonio was born in Spain and immigrated to Kearny in 1978. He was a retired assembler for Toyota. Mr. Fragoso is survived by his wife Maria; children Maria Rodriguez and Antonio Fragoso; two sisters, two brothers and two grandchildren. Visiting and a service took place last week at The Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. Private cremation followed the service. Pura Farina Pura Farina, of Kearny, died April 14. She was 84. Pura was a Past President of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Spanish Club in Newark. She

was the wife of the late Cesareo and is survived daughters Carmen and Francesca Farina and Anna Marie Molina and her husband Oscar. Visiting was at the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Mass was at St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny and entombment followed in Hollywood Memorial Park, Union. Patricia Wurum

Patricia Wurum (nee Avelino), of Harrison, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 13, at Summit Ridge Center, West Orange. She was 84.

Screening event for Nutley women is May 25 in Montclair Nutley Public Affairs Commissioner Steve Rogers and the Nutley Health Department, in partnership with the Montclair Health Department and Rutgers New Jersey Medical School-S.A.V.E. (Screening Access of Value to Essex Men & Women) Program, offers a women’s clinic and screening event Wednesday, May 25, at the Montclair Municipal

Building, 205 Claremont Ave., third-floor, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The program is funded by N.J. Cancer Education and Early Detection. The following will be offered: pelvic exams, PAP smear testing for early detection of cervical cancer, clinical breast exams, mammogram referrals, colorectal test kits

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Pulmonary rehab program at Clara is Tuesdays, Thursdays BELLEVILLE – Pulmonary rehabilitation helps to improve the wellbeing of people who have chronic breathing problems. The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Clara Maass Medical Center, which takes place from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday in April, aims to help those people overcome physical

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Arrangements were under the direction of the Mulligan Funeral Home, Harrison. A funeral service was held in the funeral home on Monday. To send condolences to her family, visit www.mulliganfh. com. Born in Fort Schuyler, the Bronx, on Aug. 11, 1931, Patricia lived in Harrison. She was a dedicated crossing guard for the Harrison Police Department for 26 years. She was a parishioner of Holy Cross Church, Harrison. Loved by many people in the town of Harrison, Patricia was known to be to the point and honest in her advice. We’ll all miss Tishy

Wurum. She is survived by her cherished grandsons Michael Wurum and Christopher Perritt; her loving son John J. Wurum and her dear daughter-in-law Cindy McFadden. She is also survived by her close friends the Holzchuch and Graham families of Reynolds Avenue. She was predeceased by her husband Robert Wurum (2004), her son Michael Wurum (1996) and her grandson Ryan Wurum (2011). In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla. 73123 in loving memory of Patricia.

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Kaplan, who is also directing, will play one of his characters, who is musically inclined. “Nine O’Clock To Five O’Clock” depicts the interactions of two employees of the same company, each at odds with the other with one following the company line and other a rebel, while “Hire Me” is about two job applicants dealing with a rather convoluted and controlling interview process at a high-tech firm. In notes accompanying the script, the playwright says

that both pieces, “… while humorous, are attempting to make statements about how we are giving up far too much of our freedom and autonomy to conform to what society demands from us.” Kaplan said the work partly reflects his own life experience in having gone on job interviews and being informed, in one such encounter, that, if hired, he would be expected to join other employees for breakfast and other meals as part of the corporate family. “I could see first-hand how corporations had changed,” he noted, and not always for

the better, from the playwright’s point of view. In “Hire Me,” employees are routinely directed to check in with a corporate app for direction on how to meld their time outside work with corporate activities. “Corporate apps do exist,” Kaplan says in his script notes, “and … have become increasingly intrusive. It’s just a matter of time, perhaps, before they tell employees whom to visit on the weekend and what to think at other times. “The events [presented in the play] are only partly a figment of my imagination,

and are creeping closer to being part of daily corporate life as I know from my personal experience and from listening to reliable tales from my colleagues ….” Kaplan has a varied background. He started out studying music at the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University, getting a degree in performance/composition in 1975, but went on to earn another degree in electrical engineering/computer science in 1982. Somehow, he also found time to fit in a ton of humanities and a playwriting course.

Ricky Franco, of Cherry Blossom Players, is excited to have Steven and Karen Kaplan in the fold. “The Kaplans started as audience members, then became producers. They helped finance our shows and last year, produced the entire season, he said. “As the smallest community theater in the state, producing original works used to be our niche and now we’re excited to be getting back to that goal. We wanted to have something avant garde for the spring and now, with Steven’s play, we have that.”

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10. Verbal exam 11. Broflovski of “South Park” 12. Right-angle building extension 15. *____ Mama, tropical drink 20. Rodeo rope 22. Diminutive 24. “____ Nemo” 25. *Mother, in Italian 26. Hailing from the East 27. *Ashley and Wynonna’s mother 29. *Paper Mother’s Day gift 31. Spill the beans 32. Tax evader’s fear 33. Latin American plain 34. *Bart’s mom 36. Arrogant snob

38. Deity, in Sanskrit 42. Synonym of unravel 45. Purchaser 49. Draft pick 51. Speaks like an actress 54. City-like 56. “Million Dollar Baby” Oscar-winner 57. Wry face 58. Craving 59. Russian autocrat 60. *It can swell during pregnancy 61. Gaelic 62. Casanova, e.g. 63. Let it stand, to proofreader 64. Medicinal amt. 66. Percy Bysshe Shelley’s poem

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KPD from Officers Chris Manolis, Dave Bush and Jon Dowie responded to a residence on the 100 block of Devon St. at 7 p.m. after being advised that a wanted individual might be there. They reportedly found the suspect, Jonathan Gonzalez, 28, of Kearny, hiding in a closet. He was arrested on an Essex County drug warrant and held at HQ for pick-up by the Essex County Sheriff’s Office. April 9 Officer Michael Alvarez, on patrol at Kearny and Bergen Aves. at 3:20 a.m., reportedly observed the driver of a passing 1998 Honda talking on a cell phone. When he stopped the car to issue a summons for that offense, police said he detected the odor of burning marijuana and saw driver Adolfo Zuloaga, 21, of Kearny trying to stuff something between the seat and the door. It allegedly turned out to be a folded dollar bill containing pot. Zuloaga was arrested for possession of the drug and paraphernalia and operating a motor vehicle while in possession of a CDS. ••• Officer Tim Castle was driving east on the Belleville Pike at 9:45 p.m. when a 2010 Hyundai reportedly passed his marked police car at a high rate of speed and cut off another vehicle. When Castle stopped the speeder at the Wittpenn Bridge, police said, he found that driver Kenneth

Young, 46, of Newark, had an expired and suspended license and four traffic-related warrants: two from Newark at $100 each; one from Linden, $250, and one from Bedminster, $500. Young was charged with careless driving and the license offenses and was held at HQ for pick-up by any of the aforementioned jurisdictions. April 11 After confirming two Kearny warrants — $100 for assault; $150 for criminal mischief — Officer Jean arrested Anthony Cain, 43, of Kearny, at 8:30 a.m. at the Pike and Beech St. Cain was later released on bail. ••• Shortly after 4 p.m., Jean’s mobile computer alerted him that the registered owner of a 2003 Honda near Argyle Place and Midland Ave. had a $165 Lyndhurst motor-vehicle warrant. Victor Barbosa, 30, of Kearny, was arrested and later posted bail. ••• At 5 p.m., Sgt. Dave Rakowski and Officer John Donovan reportedly observed Marc Zarnowski, 25, of Kearny, “making a mess” on Woodland Ave. while working on a Dodge pickup truck. Police said there as a large puddle of transmission fluid in the street and the Fire Department had to clean it up. While issuing a town-ordinance violation, the officers ran a warrant check. Zarnowski was arrested on a $250 Kearny MV warrant and

Two from Kearny fare well at forensics tourney JERSEY CITY — The four members of the forensics team from St. Dominic Academy’s seventhgrade were high achievers at a forensics tournament held at Hudson Catholic Regional High School, Jersey City, on Saturday, April 9. Two of the four team members are Kearny residents.

It was the Academy’s third consecutive entry into the competition. In Oral Interpretation, Mia Eid of Kearny received a finalist medal. Jane Eid of Kearny was awarded a finalist medal in Duo Interpretation. The team was coached by Mary Ann McLean.

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later released on bail. ••• A computer alert also prompted Officer Dowie to pull over a 2008 Pontiac at Harrison and Bergen Aves. at 9 p.m. Driver Shykela Moore, 25, of West Orange was arrested on a $250 Newark warrant, processed at HQ and released on bail. ••• Officer Manolis stopped a 2002 Honda at Kearny and Elizabeth Aves. at 9:15 p.m.

after a computer alert that its registered owner had a suspended license. While questioning driver Jarrett Baker, 22, of Paterson, Manolis reportedly smelled burning marijuana and saw in the car: two grinders, a partially smoked pot cigar and an electronic cigarette found to contain residue of the drug. Baker was charged with driving while suspended, failure to surrender a suspended license, possession of pot and paraphernalia and operat-

ing a MV while in possession of a CDS. April 13 At 2:15 a.m., Officer Dowie pulled over the driver of a 2001 Buick on Harrison Ave. for failure to display a license plate. Police said Shariff Smith, 27, of Newark was found to be wanted on a $100 Newark traffic warrant, was arrested, booked and released on bail. – Karen Zautyk

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NEWARK Newly Renovated. Ironbound Section 2 KEARNY 3 BR 2 BA large BR, 1 bath, LR & Kitchen. LR/DR/KT combo, 2 fam Near Independence Park. house 2nd flr. Newly (862) 215-2855 renovated, Bright and Spacious, Close to NY N. ARLINGTON transportation. New appliances. No smoking. N.ARLINGTON 2 BR, 1st Belgrove Dr. near Wash- fl. $1,150/month + Utiliington School $1,900/ tites. 1 month security. month + util / 1.5 month No pets. No Smoking Avl. security. Background & May 1st. (973) 769-4216. Credit check required. Avl. now (973) 481-1769 N.ARLINGTON Studio apt. garden complex, 1st fl. $875/month. HT KEARNY 1st fl. 5 mod- included. No pets. Call ern rooms, w/refrigera- btw 10-7pm. (201) 997tor. Clean & quiet. Near 2341. transportation. Additional finished rooms in N.ARLINGTON Lovely 5 basement that can be room apt. 2nd fl. in prirented with apt. Avl. May vate home. 2 BR’s, LR, DR, 1st. (201) 600- 5180. Kitchen & tiled bath. separate utilities. Backyard, W/D hook-up, Storage, KEARNY 1st fl. 2 BR’s, private parking. Queen W/D hook-up. Close to of peace area, near transtransportation. Newly portation. 1 1/2 months Renovated. No pets. security. Call (973) 338$1,400/month. 1 month 0909 after 5pm. security. Avl. May 1st. (201) 998-6325. W. ORANGE KEARNY 1 & 2 BR’s . HT/HW included. From $950-$1,200/month. See super 6 woodland Ave. Apt. 1, or call after 5pm (917) 858- 8246 for appointment.

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

HOUSE FOR SALE N.ARLINGTON $245,000 2 Family, 1 BR each floor. 1 car garage. Full basement. Separate Utilities. Call owner (973) 2841056.

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

BELLEVILLE /Nutley Border, 2 BR, 2 bathroom, Ranch. Finished basement, large backyard, garage parking. No realtors. Karen (973) 747KEARNY office/retail, 7654. center of town, ground level $650/month. Call for details. (201) 997-2341 or Sat. April 23rd & Sun. (201) 538-1319. 24th. 11:30am-6pm. 64 Elm St. Kearny Toys, Clothing, Shoes, tables, HARRISON furnished/ Beds, Pictures frames, unfurnished office suites. Purses, Baby items. All utilities included. 4 blocks to PATH from GARAGE $690/month. (973) 2235502. FOR RENT

ROOM FOR RENT BELLEVILLE Nutley Border, 2 BR, 2 bathroom, Ranch. Finished basement, large backyard, garage parking. $237,000. No realtors. Karen (973) 747-7654.

BUSINESS FOR SALE

BELLEVILLE Convenience Store with great Lease. $140,000 + inventory. Full line of Convenience Items, CAR Lotto, ATM, Cigarettes, FOR SALE Cigars, Beverages and coffee. Contact Raj Patel (862) 295-9976 2001 Golf Volkswagen, Asking price $1,000. Needs transmission and KEARNY Kearny 528 some body work. Kearny Ave. Chinese (201) 788-5474. Restaurant. Call 9-12pm. (201) 991-2879.

N.NEWARK Everything included. No Laundry. But Laundry in area. Kitchen Access. Near Transportation. Small pets ok. $700/month + 1 month security. Avl. May 1st. Call/Text 973-873-1943 CLIFTON Clifton liquor store, asking 270,000 + Inventory. Call Mahesh HARRISON Room f/rent. Patel (201) 406-8662 Shared kitchen. Remax Trust Properties Private Entrance. Utilities (973) 773-4000 ext. 28. included. Available now. (201) 978-4868 Call after HALL 7:30pm. Se habla FOR RENT español. KEARNY male preferred. 3rd fl. All included, cable, internet, etc. shared kitchen, bathroom. $450/month. Nice area. (973) 420 4341. Se Habla espanol.

W.ORANGE Studio apt., Comfortable room, $900/month. Everything included. 1 ½ months security. Parking in driveway. Walking distance to KEARNY furnished room. transportation. refrigerator & microwave. (973) 715-6904 Great location center of CONDO FOR SALE town. All utilities included. $575/month. 201-697-0541 HARRISON Open House Saturday 1-3pm. 601 Davis Ave. #3 Gorgeous, KEARNY 1 month secuTotally Renovated 1 BR rity. Shared Kitchen. Feapt., 1st fl. Maintenace male Preferred. No smokIncludes Heat. $160,000. ing. Avl. May 1st. (551) 580-8183. (973) 294-2295.

KEARNY 2 1/2 car garage for storage. Located on Belgrove Dr. in Kearny. Avl. $300/month. May 1st. For more info (862) 273-6541.

Party Hall For Rent • Affordable • A/C • Nice Setting 201-889-6677 201-572-1839

Hall Available Family Affair Mid week special. Call for info (201) 991-9865 (201) 893-2280

Max 80 people.

PERSONALS Intelligent, Independent, attractive female, Blonde 5’8” seeks male 55-69, for friendship/relationship. Kearny area. Please call (201) 246- 1036. If no answer please leave message. 36 Year old male, looking for a kind hearted Loving, Honest Woman, ages 30-47 years old for a long term relationship. 845709-7898

ITEMS FOR SALE 8MM projector & screen. LP albums and 45’s, fishing rods & reels, rolex camera, Books, Tools. From 50’s-60’s. Email: cappelluti.gloria@us.sika. com

Kearny home and office cleaners Call us today for free estimate. (973) 757-9886 EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED Hiring Local Truck Driver in Belleville, NJ • Operate a 24 Ft. Box Truck •Make local deliveries • Reliable Customer Service Clean Driving Record, Must Pass Criminal Background and Drug Test Apply at: LMWA254@gmail.com

Looking for a Full time/ Part time Server. Minimum 3 years Experience in restaurant necessary. Apply in person: 31 Harrison Ave., Harrison NJ

Full time Landscaper w/experience. Call 201-998-1262. Customer Service Experience in Outlook & Excel F/T MON-FRI Email ruby@ marbleonline.com Looking for someone who is able to lift tables, coolers etc for loading & unloading of our truck before & after markets. Must have Drivers Lic. MUST be Upbeat/Outgoing, very HARDWORKING, ON TIME, Outgoing, Energetic, Friendly & TRUSTWORTHY. Will be serving food to our customers at these events. Must be willing to drive our SUV/Van. SPRING/SUMMER ARE FULL-TIME!!MUST BE WILLING TO WORK WEEKENDS & NIGHTS!! (201) 955-3663.

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Doctors Ofﬁce excellent position FT/PT Bilingual receptionist some evenings and Saturdays required please call (201) 991-6769

Opening for energetic, bi-lingual front Office secretary in Kearny area. Experience preferred; proficient with computers, Microsoft office, and preferably experience with accounting software programs for data input purposes. Answer calls, meet and great office visitors, filing, copying. Assisting in bookkeeping functions, such as payroll and invoicing, Monday-Friday, 9-5. Up to $13.00hr. Must have own transportation .Email resume to cmedina@ unitedservicesinc.net or in person to 462 Forest St, Kearny.

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

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Painting & Decorating Andreas Painting Professional HousePainter 165. Interior & Exterior Printing - Plastering - Taping Free Estimates (201) 997-0706 Speak slow in answering machine please

Local Company is looking for drivers to transport railroad crews up to a 200 mile radius from Kearny, NJ. Must live within 20 miles of Kearny, be 21 years or older, valid driver’s license and a pre-employment drug screen is required. A company vehicle is provided, paid training, and beneﬁts. Compensation is $12.00 per hour. Apply online at www. renzenberger.com or call Christina at (913) 890-6193. Part Time Secretary Monday-Friday 30/hrs per week. Experience Only. Bilingual a plus. Knowledge of QuickBooks, collections & phone presentation skills. Call (201) 998-0890 Mon-Fri. 9am-4pm.

CDL Driver Wanted Adult Medical Day Care (Belleville) Part Time/Full Time 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

Looking for a PT Washer/Folder, Wed to Fri, 2-10pm; Saturday & Sunday, 2-11pm. Preferred experience in Laundromat. Call (201) 939-5731. Ask for Penny.

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

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

Beautician with license and experience wanted for hair salon. Call Bella (201) 997-2440.

Part-Time Ofﬁce Assistant needed Call 973.789.6408 Cleaning service looking to Hire FT/PT. W/Experience. Fluent in English. (862) 210-0681 or (973) 667-6739 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.

Property management Company is looking for an experienced administrative assistant. Candidate must be committed, and self motivated. Requirements: excellent communications skills, proﬁcient in Microsoft Word, and must have own vehicle. Salary $13-15/hr. For more info call our ofﬁce at (973) 491-9494, or email us at hestaliving@gmail.com

If you would like information on becoming a Successful Real Estate Agent or if you are a Realtor and looking to join one of the Leading, Professional, & Family Oriented ofﬁces , call Jarlynn Hyde for further details and conﬁdential interview. (201)991-5719.

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

HANDYMAN Do all types of home repair at reasonable cost. Free Estimate Mike (862) 214-4992 HOME IMPROVEMENT

G & R Builders

CDL Class A Driver - So. Kearny tank cleaning company has an immediate opening for a 3rd shift yard switcher. Holiday & Vacation paid. Must have CDL Class A, clean background and veriﬁable work history. Starting salary at $18.00 per hr. Please call Mike C. at 973-589-3300.

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

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FENIELLO CONTRACTING LLC.

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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

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

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Roosevelt honors Steven G. Way, principal of Roosevelt School in Kearny, has announced the following students have attained principal’s honors or honors for the second marking period of the 2015-2016 school year: Principal’s Honors – Grade 4 - Michael Florczak, Francesca Gomez-Montegano, Miya Menscher, Gianluca Porto, Sara Santos, Maeve Weber. Grade 5 – Eliot Jablonski, Renata Bystrowski. Grade 6 – Noelia Almanzar, Elizabeth Boyle, Nima Fallah, Andrew Fernandez, Aidan Ferreira, Mikalah Franchino, Jonathan Muller, Mat-

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given proper training as a puppy. Comet will therefore need a confi-

dent handler who can guide him in the right direction. In the right household, he can transform into a more mindful and respectful adult. The Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is located at 100 United Lane, Teterboro. The phone number is 201-229-4600. There are also many other adoptable animals that can be seen at www. petfinder.com/shelters/ NJ29.html. Visit the website for the shelter’s hours of operation.

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29,998

TAHOE LTZ

GM Executive Demo

White Frost, Stk#14930, VIN#FF100019, 3.6L, V6, FWD, AM/FM/CD/Satellite, P/Winds/Lcks, Cruise, Fog Lamps, Head-Up Display, Nav, Lthr, 5,068mi.

76,995 2013 BUICK

11,995

GM Executive Demo

Lease per mo/39 mos*

Silver, 6-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, Trac Cntrl, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, 7-Passenger, Stk#16-121,VIN#GJ135446, MSRP: $40,635. Based on 39 Month Closed End Lease. $3,829 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $9,321. Residual Value: $24,381. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

COUPE Z06

CRUZE LS

109

Lease per mo/39 mos*

2015 CHEVROLET CORVETTE

2013 CHEVROLET

239

2015 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN LTZ

Lease per mo/24 mos*

Dark Sapphire Blue, 4-Cyl Turbo, FRWD, Auto w/OD, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Dr St, Htd Sts, Lthr, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Stk#16-147, VIN#G9109409, MSRP: $30,638. Based on 39 Mo Closed End Lease. $3,789 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $7,761. Residual Value: $16,542. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

SILVERADO 1500 LTZ

CREW CAB, Victory Red, Stk# 14900, VIN# G303667, 5.3L, V8, 4WD, Auto, CD/Satellite, Bose Sound, Lthr, Htd Sts, P/Adj Pedals, Htd/Cooled St Whl, MyLink, Nav, DVD, 7,707mi.

14,495 38,998

4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/ Mrrs, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Stk# 16-132, VIN# GA101175, MSRP: $24,800. Based on 39 Month Closed End Lease. $3,699 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $4,251. Residual Value: $14,136. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

NEW 2016 BUICK

2015 CHEVROLET

MSRP: $21,495 YOUR PRICE: MSRP: $49,645 YOUR PRICE:

Red, SUV, 4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, Nav, OnStar, Stk#16- 218, VIN#GB529206, MSRP: $25,525. Based on 24 Month Closed End Lease. $2,669 due at delivery includes $1,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $1,896. Residual Value: $17,101. Includes $1,500 Conquest Lease Rebate if qualified.

NEW 2016 BUICK

Tungsten, Stk#15029, VIN#F7156064, 1.4L, 4-Cyl, FWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, P/Winds/Lcks, Dual Air Bags, AM/FM/Satellite, OnStar, 23,710mi.

54,995

GM Executive Demo

Gray, Stk#15133, VIN#FR501919, 5.3L, V8, 4WD, Auto, AM/FM/CD/ Satellite, Nav, MyLink, Htd/Cooled Sts, Cruise, Lthr, DVD, Sec Sys, 22” Whls, Sunroof, 22,302mi.

199 Rt.17 South, E.Rutherford, NJ 201.939.6800

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