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Lyndhurst teen girl’s dream: to play for the N.Y. Yankees By Laura Comppen Special to The Observer LYNDHURST — As the old adage goes, “Sugar and spice, and everything nice — that’s what little girls are made of.” For 13-year-old Alexia Jorge, you might want to add “baseball, guts and raw determination” to that recipe,

because she has set her sights on becoming the first female to play for the New York Yankees. Alexia, who recently graduated eighth grade in Lyndhurst, has been the lone girl on the roster for the (usually) all-boys’ baseball teams she’s played on since she was 5. Initiated by parental convenience, “My mother didn’t want to run all

over town, so she signed me up for baseball because it was just easier for her since my brother was playing, too,” she said. Perhaps the seeds of comfortably playing alongside boys were planted even earlier, at age 3, when she attended her older cousin’s rock wall-climbing birthday party. While 11-year-old boys were too afraid to

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o the disinterested observer, Nick Landy might seem an unassuming fellow comfortable in the background and never out front. But when he’s out and about in the Harrison community and beyond — always lending a helping hand — you can hear his roar. Landy, who just completed his 17th year as resource room history teacher and 10th year as head coach of boys’ volleyball at Harrison High School, was recently accorded a primo leadership role in the Lions International service organization. His ascension to one of three New Jersey district governors was made official at the Lions International convention Chicago Independence Day weekend. It didn’t happen overnight: 2017 marks the 24th year of Lions membership for Landy, a past president of the Harrison Lions. “Getting to become district governor is a six-step process up the ladder,” he explained, in which the aspirant must demonstrate they can handle increasing levels of leadership and responsibility along the way. Landy, 47, is charged with overseeing 64 local Lions chapters in the northern part of the state; his counterparts are Sayreville’s Dawn Kosobucki (central) and Neptune’s Clarence Brown (southern). Alvin Cox, executive director of the Kearny-based Pathways to Independence, is currently in training to succeed Landy at the end of his one-year term.

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‘ ... My mom was in the PTA ... all the kids on the block helped the neighbors by going to the store for older people or shoveling snow.’ — Nick Landy Even during his formative years, Landy had service to others engrained as a serious habit. An altar boy at Holy Cross Church, young Nick joined other parish grammar school kids in helping raise money for the March of Dimes to combat infant mortality. “I grew up on Cleveland Ave. and my mom was in the PTA and my dad belonged to [a local service group on the block], all the kids on our

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block helped the neighbors by going to the store for older people or shoveling snow. And all the guys from the Lions lived up the street from me,” he recalled. While attending Harrison High, Landy helped raise money for Hands Across America, an anti-hunger campaign, and he was a volunteer at Camp Fatima, a summer sleepaway camp for special-needs children. “Between May and August

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1986, I served at Fatima and it was that year that pushed me over the edge,” he added, to pursue service as a serious mission. The camp has long been one of the beneficiaries of the Harrison Lions and, during the summer of 1992, Landy pitched in selling Lions raffle tickets whose proceeds were targeted for Fatima. It was during that campaign that Landy — spurred on by the desire to keep the camp afloat —inquired about joining the Lions. A year later, “Augie Martinez, a past president of the club, became my sponsor and I became a member,” Landy recalled. He was 23. Landy said the Lions International’s main focus is helping the blind and visually impaired but the organization is also involved in raising awareness about the environment, fighting hunger and uplifting youth. “At our convention, we just adopted diabetes and pediatric cancer as new causes,” he said. In Harrison, the local Lions Club — chartered in 1951 — has been pursuing those goals by providing glasses to the blind and sight-impaired; participating in benefits for Rockawaybased Camp Marcella, a summer camp for mostly blind children; annual town cleanups in the spring, sometimes coinciding with Earth Day; White Cane Safety Drives in October; a Walk for Juvenile Diabetes with other Lions districts in Liberty State Park; supporting the Holy Cross Parish Pantry in Harrison and St. John’s Shelter/Pantry in Newark; sponsoring a Harrison Little League team; providing annual scholarships to deserving Harrison residents; aiding HHS’s Project Gradua See LANDY, Page 22

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Lyndhurst settles with former cop By Ron Leir rleir@theobserver.com LYNDHURST — he Lyndhurst Board of Commissioners on July 20 agreed to a $550,000 settlement of a longstanding lawsuit involving a disgruntled township cop. Half of that payment to former Police Sgt. John Giammetta and his Montvale attorney Robert A. Tandy will come from the township coffers and the balance from its insurance carrier, according to Township Attorney Carmine Alampi. As part of the deal, Alampi added, Giammetta – who had contested his termination – “will not return to the [Lyndhurst] Police Department.” Alampi said the settlement also “resolves all pension issues” involving Giammetta, who has logged more than 24 years of service but hasn’t yet reached 60, the official retirement age. Problems developed between Giammetta and the department when Chief James O’Connor filed disciplinary charges against him. The township hired an outside attorney to hear the accusations and those hearings continued over 13 months, Alampi said. At their conclusion, the hearing officer affirmed the chief’s recommendation to dismiss the officer. Giammetta subsequently filed an appeal of his termination, which, Alampi said, took effect four years ago. He previously filed lawsuits in Superior Court and Federal Court against the township, the LPD and the chief, both of which were dismissed. But in December 2011, he sued a third time, alleging age discrimination, retaliation, a hostile work environment and other complaints. Alampi said Giammetta had filed a claim for damages in the amount of $2 million. During the court proceedings, Alampi said the judge assigned to the case “made it clear to us that based upon [what the township had alleged to be the officer’s] transgressions, the penalty imposed — termination —

LEGAL NEWS was way too harsh.” So, rather than expose the township to the risk of possibly having to “pay four years’ back wages, plus [the officer’s] legal fees,” the township’s special counsel assigned by its insurance carrier to the case — Matthew Giacobbe — recommended settling, Alampi said. Alampi said he concurred with that reasoning and, in turn, endorsed doing the deal. And the Board of Commissioners voted unanimously at their July 20 meeting to do precisely that. As of press time, attorney Tandy could not be reached for comment. Meanwhile, in other developments at the meeting, the commissioners took steps to enact policy on permitting the recording of public meetings and to “establish the Office of Township Attorney.” Last month, township resident Monu Sohal had set up a tripod and camera in the rear of the chambers and had begun to film the commissioners when he was instructed by Mayor Robert Giangeruso and Alampi to stop because he’d failed to get prior approval to do so. But several days later, Alampi said he had erred in forbidding Sohal to film the meeting, citing the 2007 State Supreme Court case of Tarus v. Borough of Pine Hill, which affirmed that, “subject to reasonable restrictions, members of the public have a common-law right to videotape municipal proceedings.” Using the court’s language as a guideline, Alampi drafted an ordinance — introduced last week, with one amendment suggested by Commissioner John Montillo Jr. — that sets these guidelines for the videotaping. Among them are the following: Prospective tapers must give “no less than one hour written notice prior to the public meeting ….” “Not more than three port-

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Taking action on abandoned homes By Ron Leir rleir@theobserver.com KEARNY —

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Harrison’s bond rating jumps to A2 By Ron Leir rleir@theobserver.com HARRISON —

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Firefighters work on a Second Ave. Home that caught fire Friday, July 21. No one — civilians or firefighters — was injured in the blaze believed to have been started by a candle.

The initial report, Haggerty said, was “smoke from the roof.” And, indeed, the first responding units, commanded by Assistant Chief Joseph Abruscato, “encountered a heavy smoke condition emanating from the second floor and attic,” Valente said. Elaborating, Haggerty said heavy smoke was discovered “running the east side of the residence from a secondfloor bedroom, and extending throughout the third floor.” Haggerty said an “aggressive interior attack was initiated” by the first LFD engine and ladder truck on the scene, supplemented by mutual aid after a second alarm was called in. North Arlington volunteers sent ladder and rescue companies for a Rapid Intervention Team and Rutherford and East Rutherford engine companies also responded with additional personnel “due to the extremely hot weather,” Haggerty said. A Secaucus engine company and Moonachie ladder company provided stand-by coverage, he said. The fire was declared under control within 20 minutes, according to Haggerty. Lyndhurst EMS remained on the scene as a precaution, but no injuries to civilians or firefighters were reported,

Haggerty said. The Second Ave. home was vacant at the time of the fire, Valente said. Abruscato credited the aggressive offensive attack by the initial arriving Lyndhurst firefighters for stopping a rapidly spreading fire. PSE&G cut off power and gas service to the house and the Lyndhurst building inspector, after checking the interior, declared the building uninhabitable, Valente said. The residence was described by Haggerty as a one-family, 3-story “older constructed wood frame dwelling which was of balloon construction.” An investigation of the blaze was undertaken by Lyndhurst Fire Official Robert Ferrara with the assistance of the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office’s Arson Squad and the LPD Criminal Investigation Unit. Investigators determined the fire originated in a second-floor bedroom near the wall on the southeast corner of the building and the cause “was not deemed suspicious in nature,” said Haggerty. Preliminary finding, Valente said, is that the fire was “believed to have been accidental and caused by a burning candle” in a secondfloor bedroom. – Ron Leir

THE OBSERVER | WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 2017

Bloomfield man robbed in Belleville BELLEVILLE – An out-of-towner was the victim of an armed robbery in the Silver Lake section of Belleville on July 13, according to the Belleville Police Department. Police said a 25-year-old Bloomfield resident told officers he was removing items from his girlfriend’s car, parked at Magnolia St. and Newark Ave., at 11:43 a.m., when an unknown male came from behind and stuck a hard object against the back of his head and demanded money. The bandit got away with the victim’s wallet containing $60 in cash, police said. Police said the suspect was described as a thin black male, 5-feet-11, with short dreadlock-style hair with blonde tips, wearing a white tank top. Detectives are investigating. Other recent incidents logged by the BPD included the following: July 15 At 7:12 p.m., patrol officers stopped to check out a 4-door silver Mercury illegally parked on the 100 block of Tiona Ave. As officers questioned the driver, Christopher Hernandez, 33, of Belleville,

they noticed that he was reportedly trying to conceal something. Police said that item turned out to be suspected heroin. A search of the vehicle also yielded Xanax, Synthroid and Roxicet pills, police said. Hernandez was arrested and charged with five counts of failure to hand over CDS to law enforcement and released on a summons, pending court action. July 14 Police responded to Walgreens, 597 Washington Ave., at 4:01 p.m., where store employees reported a white male had allegedly shoplifted four packs of Red Bull energy drink valued at $50. Police said the suspect was gone prior to their arrival at the location. July 13 Two work vans were reported stolen from the backyard of a residence on the 100 block of Hornblower Ave., police said. Both vans contained numerous construction tools valued at about $30,000, according to police. Police said the vehicles were believed to have been taken sometime between 7:30 p.m. on July 12 and 6:16 a.m. on July 13.

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Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), executed a narcotics search warrant at a Cottage St. location and recovered about 300 grams of cocaine and approximately $30,000 in cash. Police also arrested Michael Murillo, 43, of Belleville, on the following charges: possession of CDS (cocaine), possession of

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The great Pacific Garbage Patch stinks By Ron Leir ou may recall that scene in the 1967 film “The Graduate,” where Benjamin Braddock’s neighbor (played by Murray Hamilton) tells Benjamin (Dustin Hoffman) there’s a big future in plastics. Off-screen, that projection was dead on. The Plastics Industry Association has reported that the trade accounts for total annual revenues exceeding $400 billion and more than 900,000 jobs in the U.S. By the PIA’s reckoning, those numbers make plastics the eighth biggest industry in this country. You want more proof? Just take a look at your local streets and sidewalks or your area beaches where a wide variety of discarded plastic products can be easily found. Do I have to draw you a picture? OK, then, go directly to the internet and punch in “Pacific plastic island” or some variation on the same and prepare to be shocked. There, you’ll read about a phenomenon that goes under several names, the most common of which is “Great Pacific Garbage Patch.” As explained by the National Geographic Society website, the “patch” – a massive conglomeration of marine debris “almost entirely made up of tiny bits of plastic called microplastics … intermixed with larger items, such as fishing gear and shoes,” car-

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Plastics, from the ‘Great Pacific Garbage Patch,’ litter a beach in Singapore.

ried by North Pacific currents. Much of the plastic debris, according to the NGS, originated from discarded plastic bags, bottle caps, plastic water bottles and Styrofoam cups. What’s extraordinary about this mass – credit for its discovery in 1997 goes to racing boat captain Charles Moore who was sailing from Hawaii to California when his vessel was surrounded by literally millions of pieces of the floating heap. Not quite the elation Henry Hudson must have felt when that explorer sailed up the great river but certainly the element of great surprise. How big this soupy mass no one can reliably say but,

according to the NGS, “Scientists have collected up to 750,000 bits of microplastics in a single square kilometer of [the patch] – that’s about 1.9 million bits per square mile.” What’s more, there’s more than what can be seen at the surface: the NGS notes scientists have found that “about 70% of marine debris actually sinks to the bottom of the ocean.” Most of the mass’s contents are believed to have come from “land-based activities in North America and Asia,” and the rest “from boaters, offshore oil rigs and large cargo ships that dump or lose debris directly into the water.” Moore, whose environmental organization, the Algalita Marine Research Foundation,

used aerial drones to try and measure the mass, concluded that any cleanup effort would “bankrupt any country.” Why even bother removing the non-biodegradable stuff? NGS explains: Loggerhead sea turtles mistake plastic – which can absorb toxins like PCBs from seawater – for their favorite food, jellies; albatrosses confuse resin pellets with fish eggs and feed them to chicks which die. Seals, turtles and other creatures get tangled in abandoned fishing nets and sometimes drown. Beyond that, the patch can “block sunlight from reaching plankton and algae below [the ocean’s surface],” thereby depriving fish and turtles of nutrients. If their populations

drop, there will, in turn, be less food for predators like tuna, sharks and whales. And there’s always a chance that we can be adversely effected if we eat any fish that have been compromised by pollutants. Moral of the story: When you have an opportunity to pitch in to help our environment, do it! Notable examples are the annual spring sweeps of the banks of the Passaic River organized by the town of Kearny – with Councilwoman Carol Jean Doyle at the helm and with help from the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission’s River Restoration Program – supplemented by town cleanups conducted by the Woman’s Club of Arlington with Jane Mackesy at the helm. Time is growing short for our planet. As reported by July 20 issue of The New York Times, world-wide, 8.3 billion metric tons of plastic have been produced since the 1950s, used in packaging, building and construction, with much of that having ended up in landfills, oceans or in city streets. The paper cited scientists’ estimates that “5 million to 13 million metric tons enter the ocean each year,” triggering pollution, ultimately, of rivers and streams, as well as on land.Recycling helps alleviate the potential woes from plastic but with production ever-increasing, it’s only a bandage on an open sore.

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Belleville doc charged in opioid Rx scam By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent TRENTON — A Belleville physician has been arrested for allegedly writing, and selling, hundreds of prescriptions for “tens of thousands” of high-dose opioids to a South Jersey drug ring, N.J. Attorney General Christopher S. Porrino announced last week. Dr. Craig Gialanella, 53, a general practitioner with a medical practice at 50 Newark Ave., in Belleville, was taken into custody July 17 by detectives of the Division of Criminal Justice. The doctor, who lives in North Caldwell, is charged with second-degree distribution of narcotics. Instrumental in the investigation leading to Gialanella’s arrest, authorities said, was an Atlantic County pharmacist who began to wonder why so many Shore-area residents were getting prescriptions from a doctor whose office was 100 miles away. Also arrested -- on charges of second- or third-degree distribution of narcotics or conspiracy to distribute narcotics -- were 16 alleged drug dealers in Atlantic County, along with the reputed leaders of the ring, which was apparently a family affair: Mary Connolly, 54; Douglas Patterson, 53 (Connolly’s exhusband), and Lauren Connolly, 28 (her daughter) -- all of Egg Harbor Township. The narcotics of choice, authorities said, were highdose pills of the painkiller oxycodone, as well as the anti-anxiety drug alprazolam, sold under the brand name Xanax. Gialanella allegedly sold prescriptions for cash to the ring, writing fraudulent scripts “for individuals who had no legitimate medical need for the highly addictive pills,” Porrino’s office said. According to the AG, the N.J. Prescription Monitor-

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ing Program (PMP) revealed that from Jan. 1, 2016, to Dec. 7, 2016, Gialanella issued 413 prescriptions for approximately 50,000 oxycodone tablets in the names of 30 individuals from the Atlantic County area. Frequently, authorities said, the prescriptions were issued in the same name with a different date of birth, a tactic used to avoid detection by the PMP and exceed limits on quantities of such narcotics. The investigation was launched in December 2016, after the aforementioned pharmacist alerted law enforcement that local residents were using the same Belleville doctor to obtain large quantities of opiates, authorities noted. Gialanella allegedly charged the purported patients $50 to $100 for an “office visit” (yes, RX-recipients apparently drove the 100 miles to Belleville). Authorities said those visits typically lasted just a few minutes and did not involve any type of exam, testing or treatment. Gialanella then allegedly would write prescriptions for 90 or 180 tablets of oxycodone and 90 alprazolam pills. It is also alleged that he would write from two to five prescriptions for each drug for a single patient every 30 days, frequently leaving the date of birth blank.

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Porrino said the investigation is ongoing, since it is suspected that Gialanella may have been illegally prescribing oxycodone to individuals in counties other than Atlantic. Between January 2014 and May 2017, the doctor allegedly issued prescriptions for more than 350,000 oxycodone tablets. Said Porrino: “Doctors who act like drug dealers and illegally dole out prescriptions for these highly addictive painkillers are nothing more than drug pushers in white coats. And they are even more dangerous than a street dealer, because we trust that our doctors will protect our health and not hurt or kill us.” The recent arrests stem

from “Operation Oxy Highway,” an ongoing effort by the AG’s Prescription Fraud Investigation Strike Team, which targets corrupt healthcare professionals and “pill mills.” Authorities urged anyone

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ast week, just three hours after Kearny police received word that Bergen County authorities were hunting for a township resident, the KPD had him in cuffs and in custody, Chief John Dowie reported. At 4 p.m. Friday, Ridgewood police alerted KPD headquarters that a no-bail warrant had

been issued for Brandon Ryan, 22, of Kearny, on charges of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a minor, authorities said. A BOLO was issued, and “it was all hands on deck,” Dowie noted. At 7 p.m., Det. Michael Farinola spotted the suspect strolling west on Afton St. from Kearny Ave., confronted and arrested him. Police said Ryan was processed at HQ , Bergen County

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At 8 p.m., Vice detectives saw Brian Pestana, 19, of Newark, pedaling a bicycle on the 200 block of Kearny Ave. Aware that he was wanted on a $120 Cliffside Park traffic warrant [Is that why he was riding a bike? Just asking.], they placed him under arrest, police said, and in a search incident to same reportedly found him to have a knotted plastic bag of suspected marijuana, plus several empty bags tucked in his waistband. He was charged on the warrant and with possession of pot and drug paraphernalia.

July 17 At 4 p.m., Officer Pat Becker responded to the LA Fitness lot on the report of a fight between two men. On Passaic Ave., police said, Becker spotted Jason Lopez, 21, of Newark, who appeared agitated and “was sweating profusely.” When the officer stopped his patrol car, police said he was advised by a bystander that Lopez, while running toward ShopRite, had broken a window of a parked 2016 Toyota. Sorting out the details, police said, Becker was told that Lopez and another man — a stranger — had gotten into a verbal altercation [over something or other], Lopez was punched in the face and then was chased across Passaic Ave. The car window reportedly was shattered when Lopez threw a bottle at his pursuer and missed his target. Lopez was arrested in a charge of criminal mischief and on a $500 Belleville motor vehicle warrant. Belleville PD was notified, as was the owner of the damaged car. The parking-lot assailant is apparently in the wind. July 18 Officers Chris Manolis and Jonathan Dowie responded to the 200 block of Kearny Ave. on a 7:30 p.m. report of individuals attempting to steal bicycles, using bolt cutters. Manolis located one of the suspects hiding behind a car on Bergen Ave. and Lt. Paul Bershefski found another on the avenue near Hoyt St. Both suspects reportedly were identified by witnesses. Taken into custody were

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two Newark juvenile males, aged 14 and 15. Police said the older one was in possession of the bolt cutters. Hudson County Juvenile Intake was advised of the arrests and authorized the teens’ release to their parents. The KPD Juvenile Bureau is to follow up. July 22 At 1:30 a.m., HQ received a report that a white 2001 Hyundai had just hit a stone wall at Belgrove Drive and Midland Ave. and then fled south on Belgrove. Officer Sean Podolski spotted the car, with a damaged front bumper and a man standing outside it, on the 300 block of Belgrove, but as the cop approached, police said, the man got back in and started to drive away. He did not get far, being stopped by Officers David Bush and Michael Gontarczuk. Following field sobriety tests conducted by Officer Chris Medina, driver Osvaldo Alvarez, 22, of Kearny, was arrested on a DWI charge. Police said he was cuffed, seated on a curb, and promptly fell backward — and asleep. Efforts to awaken him were futile, and the cops had to carry him to a patrol car, where he apparently continued to snooze until arriving at HQ. But there’s more: Police said the Hyundai was not registered to Alvarez and appeared to have been ransacked. The actual owner turned out to be a Kearny man who had no idea who Alvarez was or even that the car was missing. Apparently, it had been stolen while parked on Maple St. near Rose St. see KPD page

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St. Peter’s AC bus trip St. Peter’s Rosary Confraternity sponsors a bus trip to At the library Resorts, Atlantic City, on Aug. The Belleville Public Li15. A bus leaves from the St. brary, 221 Washington Ave., Peter’s parking lot. The bus offers these events for the departs at 9 a.m., but arrives upcoming week: For adults and young adults: at 8:30 a.m. for boarding. Tickets are $35 with $25 back. • Teen Advisory Board Meeting, Wednesday, July 26, For reservations or more information, call Anne at 9732 to 3 p.m. TAB is a group of 751-1529. teens who participate in and influence the functioning of AARP October trip the library through a forum AARP Chapter 2051 sponto voice opinions and suggessors a three-day, two-night tions. trip to the Grand Canyon of • Family Movie Day – “Transformers: Age of Extinc- Pennsylvania, Oct. 4-6. Breakfasts, dinners, a wagon tour tion,” Thursday, July 27, at 2 of the Pennsylvania Grand p.m. A new group of humans helps Optimus Prime and the Canyon, a river cruise, Taber Autobots rise up to meet their Museum, tour of Millionaire’s most fearsome challenge yet: Row, the Rowley House Museum and Little League Musea worldwide war of good um are included. Pickup is in versus evil. • Milk Chocolate Day Dip & Belleville at a location TBD. The cost is $399 per person Decorate, Friday, July 28, 1 to 2 p.m. Learn about tempering with a $50 deposit. Call Marie chocolate and different things Kim at 973-759-3912 for more that can be dipped, decorated information. and devoured. Space and supHarrison plies are limited. Registration is required. Library summer schedule In the Children’s Room: The Harrison Public Li• Storybook Friends, Wednesday, July 26, at 10 a.m. brary is now operating under summer hours: Mondays, Youngsters ages 2 to 5 share stories, sing songs and create Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Wednesdays, theme-related crafts. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Fridays, 11:30 • Kids Computer Club, a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, Thursday, July 27, 11 a.m. to closed. noon. Kids in grades 1 to 3 learn how to change the font, Kearny color, size, insert clip art, shapes, make labels and even Auditions for ‘Kearny’ show go on an online scavenger The West Hudson Arts & hunt. Theater Co. announces audi• Friday Play Day, Friday, tions for “Kearny: A True July 28, noon to 3 p.m. Kids ages 5 to 11 engage in free play American Warrior” Aug. 4 and 6, from 5 to 6 p.m., at the with the Wii gaming system, company’s theater, 65 OakLegos and more. wood Ave., Kearny. • Friday Matinee – “The The show is a brand-new Boss Baby,” Friday, July 28, at contemporary historical 2 p.m. A suit-wearing, briefcase-toting baby pairs up with musical about Gen. Philip his 7-year-old brother to stop Kearny (for whom the town is the dastardly plot of the CEO named) that was written for the town’s sesquicentennial of Puppy Co. For families. (150th anniversary). • Storytelling With Animal For the audition, prepare Balloons, Monday, July 31, at 6 p.m. Author/illustrator Cheryl a song from a musical in the appropriate key, conAnne brings interactive entertainment that combines temporary rock musicals encouraged — think “Bloody, comedy, storytelling and Bloody Andrew Jackson,” balloon-twisting. Each child “American Idiot,” “Rocky receives a balloon animal to Horror,” “Spring Awakening” take home. For families. or “Rent.”

Visit www.whatco.org for more details. From his personal to his professional life, Gen. Kearny was one of the most interesting and controversial figures in the Civil-War era and in American history. The musical delves into that life. To many he was a hero and to some a nuisance. This new contemporary musical tells his personal and professional Civil War story. Show dates are Oct. 19-21, at times to be determined. For more information, visit kearnymusical.com or www. whatco.org. PBGC programs The Presbyterian Boys & Girls Club, 663 Kearny Ave., sponsors a trip to Seaside Heights rides and waterpark on Wednesday, July 26. A bus leaves the club at 9 a.m. The cost is $25 per person. Upcoming summer fun activities at the club include Water Balloon Fights on Tuesday, July 25; Watermelon Night on Thursday, July 27; and Extreme Dodge Ball on Tuesday, Aug. 1.

Catch the B.D. Lenz Band The Kearny Public Library presents the B.D. Lenz Band free in concert Thursday, Aug. 10, at 2 p.m., in the library’s reading garden. Mix together the styles of Pat Metheny, Mike Stern and Stevie Ray Vaughn and you have the recipe for contempojazz guitarist/composer B.D. Lenz. The New Jersey native has played guitar since his early teens, is a graduate of Musicians Institute in Los Angeles and has studied with masters such as Mike Stern, Vic Juris and Charlie Banacos. The guitarist has performed in 1,000 shows internationally, keeping the audience on their feet whether playing jazz, fusion or jam. Fresh cooking at the KPL The KPL hosts another cooking workshop with instructor Lidia Quinones on Thursday, Aug. 10, at 4 p.m. Quinones will use ingredients fresh from the Kearny Farmer’s Market.

The class meets in the lower-level kitchen at the main library, 318 Kearny Ave. All ingredients will be provided. All adults are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. Please plan on arriving early. Oceans rock at KPL The KPL presents an “Oceans Rock” animal program for kids 4 and older Wednesday, Aug. 23, at 1 p.m. Experience an interactive presentation and museum exhibit on ocean life. Then, participate in an ocean dig where participants can find and take home genuine shark teeth fossils, seashells, sea stars and more. Sign-up isn’t required, but space is limited, so please arrive early.

The Main Library is located at 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny. For more information about this or other programs, call 201-998-2226 or visit www.kearnylibrary.org. Jazz @ the KPL The KPL presents another program in its series of Garden Thursdays at the Main Library Reading Garden at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 27. Joel Perry, a local guitarist, brings his jazz quartet, Joel Perry & Friends, to the library’s outdoor space for jazz in the sunshine. The event, free and open to all, will shift indoors in case of rain.

Give blood American Red Cross conducts a blood drive Sunday, July 30, in the multipurpose room at the Madinah CulTurtle Back Zoo comes to tural Center, 143 Midland Kearny Ave., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The KPD also presents Ani- To schedule an appointment, mal Coverings with the Turtle visit redcrossblood.org and Back Zoo Wednesday, Aug. enter Madinah or call 8009, at 1 p.m. All children 5 and RED CROSS (800-733-2767). older are invited. Animals are covered in St. Stephen’s Seniors skin, fur, shells, scales and St. Stephen’s Seniors, 676 feathers. Meet animal amKearny Ave., meet at 1 p.m. bassadors to discover how every first and third Tuesdifferent coverings help the day of the month in Hedges animals survive and thrive in Hall. Refreshments are served their native habitats. at noon. Attendees are invited to participate in a 50/50 drawing and bingo. New members There will be two sessions: are welcome. Upcoming one at 1 p.m., the other at 2 p.m. Each will be limited to 35 meetings are: June 20; July 11 and 25; Aug. 8 and 22; and participants on a first-come, Sept. 5 and 19. For more infirst-served basis. Arrive formation, call club president early. Allan Henderson at 201-9914771. Kids’ music at the library The KPL presents a chilLyndhurst dren’s music program Friday, Aug. 4, at 10 a.m., in the outSchool supplies needed door garden reading space. The Lyndhurst Health The City Winds Trio, a Department seeks schoolprofessional chamber group supply donations for students consisting of flute, oboe in need. Items sought include and bassoon, performs. The backpacks, dividers, folders, trio will offer a program on loose leaf paper, marble notethe architecture of musibooks, three- and five-subject cal instruments, which will notebooks, pens, dry erase include music as well as markers, tissues, wet wipes, interactive movement games three-ring binders and glue for children. They will talk about the different aspects of sticks. Donations may be left at the Health Department, 253 musical instruments, including those you bow, hit or play Stuyvesant Ave., from 9 a.m. with air. Each child will make to 4 p.m. weekdays. Please a percussion instrument in the program. see AROUND TOWN page

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Fire damages Harrison Gardens apt. ventilated the apartment. All residents were able to own firefighters were safely evacuate from the builddispatched to Harrison ing and no injuries to civilians Gardens in the early or firefighters were reported, afternoon of Thursday, July 13, he said. on a report of fire. The Kearny Fire Department Upon arrival, firefighters sent an engine and ladder under the command of Capt. truck with a Rapid IntervenRonald Greenemeier found a tion Team (RIT) to assist HFD working fire at a third-floor units. apartment in Building 7 at the An investigation by Fire public housing complex at 712 Official George Kondek was Harrison Ave. still pending as of last week Engine 3 personnel stretched but, according to Fire Director a single hose line and quickly Harold Stahl, preliminary inknocked down all fire located dications are that, “The cause in the apartment’s bedroom, appears to be accidental, due according to Firefighter Ray to a candle.” Tremer, spokesman for the Asked to assess the current Harrison FMBA. situation, Roy Rogers, execuAt the same time, he said, tive director of the Harrison the Ladder 1 crew performed Housing Authority, said a couan initial primary search and

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ple apartments near the fire scene “had water damage,” but those should be restored soon. However, the fire-damaged unit “will take a bit longer” to fix, he added. Rogers said the two adults and two children occupying the fire-stricken unit have been temporarily relocated elsewhere in the complex, pending completion of repairs to the apartment. Very few fires have hit the HHA apartments during his tenure, Rogers said. “The Gardens were built in 1941 as fireproof buildings with good fire walls,” he said. And Kingsland Court, the HHA’s other site, is similarly protectHFD ed, he noted. A July 13 fire at Harrison Gardens seriously damaged an apartment. No one – Ron Leir was injured by the fire, thankfully.

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Erving Maysonet, Etux. • 349 Forest St., listed as owned by Orestes P. Arteche. • 347 Forest St., listed as owned by Orestes P. Arteche, c/o Dora Galvez. • 279 Forest St., listed as owned by Carlos Rodriguez. • 229 Chestnut St., listed as owned by Stanley Olender. • 369 Forest St., listed as owned by Maria Mendes. All are residential structures that, according to the town ordinance, have been unoccupied for the past six months and meet one or more of these conditions: the property requires a fix-up and no work has been done for the past six months; the owner has failed to complete repairs, leaving the building unsafe for occupancy; the owner has failed to pay at least one quarter of property taxes; and/or the property is unfit for habitation, a fire risk, subject to unauthorized entry, exposed to health and safety hazards. Owners and/or lien-hold-

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This home is also on the town’s list of ‘abandoned’ properties.

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ongoing redevelopment projects,” and pensions remain to be addressed, Moody’s says. Harrison’s current debt stands at $82.2 million. Still, it says, the town “benefits from increased capacity under the debt limit. In 2016, the town had $4 million in borrowing capacity and management expects an KPD from

In addition to DWI, Alvarez was charged with: receiving stolen property, reckless driving, being an unlicensed driver and leaving the scene of an accident. ••• At 8:30 p.m., Capt. David Feldhan and Officers Podolski and Dean Gasser were called to a house on the 300 block of Elm St. on the report of “an unwanted guest.” Outside, Gasser detained Walid Helmy, 23, of Kearny, who apparently used to live in the residence but no longer did. The other officers interviewed the complainants, who said that when he returned, Helmy caused some damage in the basement — where the cops reportedly found paint thrown all over

code or post a bond for the projected cost of rehabilitating it. If the owner fails to take action, the town is authorized by statute to use its eminent domain power to take the property at little or no cost. The appraisers hired by the town will determine the

estimated $10 million under the debt limit in 2017.” Offering her assessment of the Moody’s overview, Harrison CFO Gabriela Simoes said the revised rating should generate “more favorable interest rates for longterm borrowing – that is, the current 2009 school bond refunding which is expected to yield approximately

the walls, the water heater and some bicycles. They also said the electrical panel was open and power had been shut off throughout the home. Helmy was charged with burglary. July 23 Officers Gasser and Medina responded to a 1:30 a.m. accident at the intersection of Midland Ave. and Devon St., where a 2013 Jeep apparently ran a stop sign, struck a 2015 Toyota on Midland, left the roadway and came to rest against a building. Following FSTs, the Jeep driver, a reportedly “incoherent” 17-year-old male from Medford, N.Y., was charged with DWI, underage DWI, underage consumption of alcohol and failure to yield at a stop sign. He was released to his mother. — Karen Zautyk

full cost of either rehabilitating the property, or if that’s not feasible, demolishing and constructing a new building. If the cost of rehabilitation or new construction is higher than the appraised value after rehabilitation, then the cost to the town to take the property would be zero.

$30,000 in savings per year until 2030 over the current debt schedule.” The rating boost itself, she said, is significant since, “The town was upgraded two ‘ticks’ in one credit review,” and “the movement from Baa1 to A2 reclassified our debt from being considered ‘medium-grade and subject to moderate credit risk’ [in Moody’s interpretation] to being

Town attorney Gregory Castano Sr. said that the Neves architectural firm’s job is to come up with projected costs for rehabilitating or demolishing each of the six properties and/or building a new structure. Hudson Abstract establishes the owner of record for each property and then establishes that there is clear title and if there is to be a “taking” of a property while Helix is responsible for coming up with a value for the property, determining how much the town would pay to acquire the property and to sell it, Castano said. Last month, Castano estimated it could take several weeks before the town would be ready, where appropriate, to file an action in court proposing condemnation of a particular property. “After that,” he added, “we can offer the property for sale to bidders on the condition that either demolition and/or rehabilitation of the property is done. If [the buyer] doesn’t comply, the property reverts to the town.”

considered ‘upper-medium grade and subject to low-credit risk.’ ’’ Moreover, Simoes said, “this marks the sixth credit upgrade for the town since 2012 when the town was rated Ba3, a very poor credit rating.” Moody’s report, she said, “will be a great message to the investment community” for Harrison’s creditworthiness.

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Doran newest PVSC commish James P. Doran, of Harrison, and Joseph F. Isola, of Union City, were sworn in July 13 as the newest commissioners of the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission (PVSC). Both were recently nominated by Gov. Chris Christie and confirmed by the New Jersey State Senate. They join Chairman Thomas Tucci Jr., Vice

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Kearny Kards Kids Kamp: Learning baseball right way The temperature might have been in the 90s, but that didn’t deter some 50 or so youngsters from playing and learning more about the national pastime. It was the middle of the summer vacation at Franklin School Field recently so that meant it was time once again for the Kearny Kards Kids Kamp for baseball enthusiasts. Jayden Diaz is only 10 years old and a student at Franklin School, but he knew exactly what he wanted to learn about at the camp. “I wanted to learn about speed and agility,” Diaz said. “That’s what I got today. I knew I needed to control my speed and base running, so that’s why I came. I learned to go through the base instead of stopping. It was a big help. I’ve been here before, but this year, it was better than I expected.” Cauan Santos might be moving to Florida at the end of August, but Santos wanted to learn from the best first in Kearny. “This was really like a farewell to my friends,”

Santos said. “I’m sad about moving. But I learned how to raise my elbow higher when I bat. That’s a big help. I was able to hit the ball harder. It was a lot of fun.” Christian Duarte is just nine years old and a student at Roosevelt School, going into the fourth grade. “I learned how to set up your feet while batting,” Duarte said. “It’s really helped me a lot. It’s going to help me play baseball more.” Kearny High School head baseball coach Dave Smart was impressed with the maturity and the ability of the campers. “I was impressed by the talent that was out there and the way that they carry themselves,” Smart said. “Their Little League coaches must do a great job. It’s nice to see the kids together on the big field.” Smart said that he likes the change of setting, dealing with adolescents during the school year, then handling the youngsters during the summer. “I really love dealing see VIEW page

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From left, North Arlington Senior Little League All-Stars Tony Alho, Jared Velazquez and Pete Ziakos proudly display the rings they received for winning the District 8 and Section 2 tournaments recently to advance to the state championships that begin Wednesday night in Lyndhurst.

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eed to feel a little baseball fever? Well, just try the borough of North Arlington on for size. North Arlington might be small in stature, but right now, it’s rich in its pride for the local baseball team. The North Arlington Little League Senior All-Stars, ages 13 and 14, have qualified for the state championships this weekend in Lyndhurst. North Arlington punched its ticket to the state tournament by capturing the Section 2 championship last weekend in Fort Lee, defeating the host squad by a final score of 20-9.

It marked the first time that North Arlington had qualified for a state championship in Little League baseball on any level since NA captured the District 8 title back in 1965. The win has captured the heart and spirit of the town. For example, the team’s Section 2 banner that it won last week now flies proudly on the wall of the town’s Veterans of Foreign War headquarters on Passaic Avenue. The VFW sponsors the AllStar team and has for several years. The current team’s catcher Tony Alho’s grandfather, also named Tony, is the past commander of the VFW post. The banner was presented to the

elder Alho after winning the title and it now dons the side of the building that everyone can see while traveling along the riverfront. Mayor Joseph Bianchi and the borough council have all joined forces in backing the local youngsters in their quest for state glory. “It’s all very exciting,” North Arlington manager Joe Witt said. “People are congratulating me. People I don’t even know are coming up to me and giving me congratulations. It’s pretty wild.” North Arlington faces Berkeley Township of Toms River in the second game in Lyndhurst Wednesday night see LYNDHURST next page

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played there before many times.” A little home field flavor? at 8 p.m. Ridgewood faces Sure doesn’t hurt at this Monroe Township in the point. first game at 6 p.m. at the “No team in North ArlingLyndhurst Recreation Facilton had ever gone this far,” ity. the younger Witt said. “It’s a In the title game, Joey big accomplishment and I’m Witt, the coach’s son, had glad and proud to be a part two hits, including a double. of it. It’s very cool to share Starting pitcher Enrique this with my father.” Dagger also had two hits, as Alho likes having the did catcher Alho and Mihome field advantage _ more chael Roman. or less. Jared Velazquez was the “We’ve played a lot on that winning pitcher in relief of field and we like that field,” Dagger. Alho said. “Since it’s so close Some of the North Arto us, we’re hoping a lot of lington players are happy Photo by Jim Hague people show up.” to show off the rings that From left, Michael Roman, Joey Witt, Donovan Ortiz, Jared Velazquez, Tony Alho and Pete Ziakos are the North ArlingIt could be a local baseball they received for winning ton Senior Little League All-Stars who will represent North Arlington and the borough at the annual state championbonanza, with North Arlingthe District 5 and Section 2 ships in Lyndhurst beginning Wednesday night. ton playing for state glory. championships. “It’s history and we’re “We had a lot of confibut a lot of that comes with think we were 19-0. I knew Arlington All-Star squad will in the history books,” dence and that meant a lot,” being together for so long. we were good, but had no not go to the state tournaVelazquez said. “It’s a major said Velazquez, who also It’s been forever. I know clue we would be this good.” ment as fodder for the rest sense of pride, telling our plays third base and first these guys forever. We just “I knew that we were goof the field. The novelty of kids we had a chance to be base on the team. “Confiall come together and play.” ing to do something special,” winning the sectional title No. 1.” dence does make a big difMike Roman, who is a said Alho, the standout has worn off. Playing with an unexference.” pitcher and a shortstop catcher. “We were special “We have a very good pected home field advan“I’ve been with some of when not on the mound, from the beginning. We all chance of winning,” said intage? Not a bad way to start these guys since kinderconcurs. had that drive you want in fielder Donovan Ortiz. “We a series in a four-team, two garten,” said Pete Ziakos, “I knew our team was a team. We all understood played half of our games losses and go home tourney. a pitcher and standout left good,” Roman said. “But the importance of being at Lyndhurst. It’s amazing But even if the North Arlingfielder for the locals. “I knew since we never did it before, together.” we’re coming back to play. ton squad falters, the ride we had a competitive team, it’s a big achievement. To Needless to say, the North It’s amazing we’ve gone home won’t be as monotothis far. I think we have an nous as some others. advantage because we’ve

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of the Kearny Kids Kamps. “I’ve been here before, with the little kids,” Smart so I knew what to expect,” said. “They are like sponges. Watson said. They soak up everything Still, there’s always someyou tell them. They listen to thing to learn. every word. They’re excited “I learned about base and want to be there. These running and how to take a kids knew the game and know proper lead,” Watson said. “The camp has helped me a how to play.” lot. I’ve learned something The Kamp featured some new every year.” regulars, like his assistant Smart, who was in charge coaches Doug Gogal and Jeff of the camp for his third Caputo, former coaches Jim year, believes that the kids Sickinger and Jay Scavalla are coming more prepared. and even Harrison head “These kids are ready, no coach Jairo Mendez, who doubt,” Smart said. “It’s a used to play for Kearny very good thing for baseball when he was in high school. in Kearny to see so many kids “I give the guys working interested and learning. It’s with me more freedom,” just a free, happy environment Smart said. “So it helped the Photo by Jim Hague camp run smoother.” The participants in the recent Kearny Kards Kids Kamp, a baseball teaching/fun tool that took place at Franklin School. here. I get a good look at what the future holds. I’m also reAmy Nicosia Morillo, a Photo by Jim Hague energized when I see the little Harrison teacher, was able how to catch them. But I had Emma to learn about catchI also learned how to keep kids. It’s just a good thing to to secure a grant that alto change that and learned ing pop flies. my feet under me and not to have.” lowed 15 youngsters from how to here. It helped me a “If I want to play the posilunge. That helped me a lot.” Both for kids and for the Harrison to attend the camp. lot.” tion, I have to learn,” Emma Sure looks as if Emma is a sport of baseball _ which sadly “It was a nice turnout Emma Carson is 10 years said. “I also learned how to pure student of the game. gets tossed to the side many from Harrison,” Smart said. old and was one of only a hold the bat by loosening up Kyle Watson is an 11-yeartimes in a town dominated “We’re like family. The kids few girls to attend the camp. my fingers. I can’t have them old student of Roosevelt with its love of soccer. from Harrison enjoyed A returnee from last year, curled up around the bat. School. He’s also a veteran themselves and had some Emma said that she’s not fun.” ready to give up baseball for J.J. Drennan is a 10-yearsoftball like most girls just old who attends the Hamyet. ilton School in Harrison, “I want to play baseball for plays third base and centeras long as I can,” Emma said. field for his travel team. “I play shortstop, second “I never learned how to base and centerfield.” catch pop flies,” Drennan So it was important for said. “I didn’t want to learn VIEW from

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Nutley American holds its own in Little League sectional finals By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer

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“It was a big thrill for me, because I had most of the same kids on our 10-year-old team that won the District 8 title,” Schino said. “We had a bunch of kids who understood their roles on the team, so we thought we had a solid chance to win the district this time. I knew the kids and figured out that we could win this year because I’ve been watching them play for a while. We did it as 10s, so I figured we could do it again as 12s. Added Schino, “The core guys were there. We just had to add a few pieces here and there. I had to make them understand their roles.” The 13 kids selected to represent Nutley American and play in the tourney were amongst the best young prospects in the area. “Accepting their roles made the team gel easier,” Schino said. “It’s not easy to tell someone that they’re going to get only one at-bat a game and have them accept it. But we tell the kid that his one at-bat is important to the team. It’s crucial to have that in a team.” Nutley American mowed its way through the District 8 double elimination tourney, taking home the prestigious District 8 banner for 2017. The locals then won two games in the Section 2 tourney

held at Tom Mellody Field before falling last Monday night to Washington Park of Jersey City, 5-4, in eight innings in the championship round. “I couldn’t be prouder than what this team achieved this season,” Schino said. “It took a great team to take us out. And it was a great game.” Nutley American trailed early, 1-0, but then scored three runs in the top of the third inning in trademark fashion. Ryan Gencarelli belted a two-run homer and Christian Remache followed with a solo shot. That was back-to-back homers for the locals, who remarkably belted 30 homers as a team in 10 games of the postseason. “That’s how we scored,” Schino said. “We hit home runs.” In the fifth inning, Frank Contella drove in Joe Delanzo with a double, tying the game at 4-4 and sending it to extra innings. Washington Park then won the game in the bottom of the eighth and captured the sectional title to move on to the state tournament this week in Kittatinny. Leading the way for the Americans was right-hander Delanzo, who had a game outing in the title game against Washington Park. Delanzo pitched 5 2/3 innings, striking out five and walking two. “Joe is an absolute gamer,” Schino said. “He mixes up his pitches well and hits his spots. He’s also our top hitter.” Another top pitcher is Dylan Santos, who relieved Delanzo in the title game and pitched two innings, allowing just one run. “He came through with a lot of big innings for us,” Schino said. Gencarelli is another pitcher. “Ryan just wants the ball,” Schino said. “I feel comfortable giving him the ball when he wants it.” Sal Intili, who also plays third base and first base, was story continued next page

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another pitcher. “He was another big arm we could go to,” Schino said of Initili. Chris Pierro is a left-handed hurler. “He pitched a great game to get us to the sectional final,” Schino said. The catcher was Jack Kirk. “He handled the pitchers well and was steady behind the plate,” Schino said. Pierro was the first baseman. “He was as good as it gets at first base,” Schino said. Gencarelli and Santos

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Nutley American’s All-Stars pose together after the heartbreaking 5-4 loss to Washington Park of Jersey City in the Section 2 title game at Tom Mellody Field in Rutherford.

performed.” “Should the Commissioner of Public Safety determine that the attorney is NOT working exclusively on township business the attorney may be disqualified from being on the township payroll.” Within the new office there shall be an assistant township attorney who “shall NOT be considered a township employee, and may be a member of a law firm or a solo practitioner” and shall be paid no more than $125 per hour, except for handling all township tax appeals for an annual retainer of up to $85,000. Should the township opt for a shared-services agreement with the Board of Education involving the township attorney’s office, “then the first $40,000 shall be retained by the township [and] any sum received over $40,000 shall be paid to the township attorney as additional compensation, up to a maximum of $20,000. After receiving $60,000 in total, the township and attorney shall split the additional amount in equal shares.”

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shared second base duties and Santos and Delanzo playing shortstop. Intile was the third baseman. Contella was the left fielder and was one of the team’s big hitters. Brandon Lucia was the centerfielder. “He was a steady outfielder who also provided a big bat,” Schino said. Right field duties were handled by Joe Crocco. “He was steady defensively,” Schino said. “He was a huge weapon with his speed and his

bat.” Remache was a top player off the bench who played left field. Brandon Scherer played right field. “Brandon was steady with his bat,” Schino said. Patrick Smyth played right field and was the team’s top pinch runner. Nick Malczewski was the team’s first baseman who had to leave the team after the District 8 win. So Ethan Ramos replaced him and supplied two homers in five at-bats. The team was assisted by Joe Delanzo and Jamie Lucia.

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THIS IS THE ONE YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR – Close to Manor Park. This home features a wonderful layout and includes a wood burning ﬁreplace, three nice bedrooms, a walk up attic, gas heat and of course a drive and garage. Just $369,900.

“OUR SUCCESS HAS BEEN BUILT ONE SATISFIED CUSTOMER AT A TIME...” OPEN HOUSE • WED. 7/26 12-2 PM 304 Chestnut St. Kearny - $469,000 2 Fam. - 6 Bdrms 3 full baths - Lr’s Dr’s EIK’s - Det. 1 Car Garage with 3 plus parking.

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343 Belgrove Dr. Kearny - $428,000 2 Fam - 4 Bdrms - Lr’s Dr’s - EIK’s - Full Baths Paved Yard 3 Car Driveway parking.

Long Beach Twp. Cape Cod - $608,600 Attn: BUILDERS! Prime location, short walk to the beach! 3 Bdrms - 1.5 Baths - EIK - LR Det. 2 car garage.

Kearny - $219,000 Large Victorian Home - Endless potential - 4 Bdrms - 1.5 Baths Lr - Dr - Sitting Rm - Kitchen original wood work - Great layout Walk up Attic -Det Gargage -Yard.

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Nutley - $369,000 Colonial- Renovated 3 Bdrms -1.5 Baths - Lr Dr - Modern Kitchen Enclosed Porch - Yard.

Jersey City, Heights $419,000 - 2 Fam. Location - Location - Location 6 Bdrms - 2.5 Baths Close to Transportation.

Kearny - $359,600 1 Fam. - 3 Bdrms, Lr, Dr, EIK, 1.5 Baths, Fenced in Yard with Pool, Attached 1 car garage with driveway parking.

Kearny - $199,800 Condo - Renovated 2 Bdrms - Open Lr - Dr M Kitchen - New Full Bath Heated 1 car gar w/ additional 1 car parking.

Colonia - $775,000 - 1 Fam. 4 Bdrms - 2.5 Baths - Master Bdrm w/ Jacuzzi - Walk in shower - 2 walk in closets & Home office - 3 addit. great size bdrms - Extra Lrg modern Chef Kitchen w/ Island - Family Rm w/ Fireplace - Formal Dr & Lr - extra Large Deck - 2 car garage - Central Vac & Central Air & great curb appeal. Lr - extra Large Deck - 2 car garage - Central Vac & Central Air & great curb appeal.

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Nutley - $348,000 1 Fam. - 3 Bdrms 2 Full Baths - Central Air Full Fin Basement Yard - 2 Car Det Garage.

Union - $499,900 1 Fam. - 5 Bdrms - 3.5 Baths MEIK - Lr - Dr - 2 HVAC Systems Full Finished Basement w/ walk out to Patio & Yard - 2 Car Att. Garage.

COMMERCIAL LISTING Kearny - $873,900 Mixed Use - This is a great opportunity for you to own your own building, That has restaurant space for 150 plus seating, Including equipment needed for your business and bar area w/ liquor license. In addition, enjoy rental income from two 4 room apartments.

COMMERCIAL LISTING Kearny - $439,000 Mixed Use - Commercial space for multiple opportunities Two 1 Bdrm - LR - EIK - Full bath apartments - 1 car garage w/ 2 parking spaces.

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Kearny - $399,999 2 Fam. - 4 Bdrms - 2 Full Baths - Eik’s Lr’s - Granite Counter tops - Hardwood Floors - Det. 1 Car Garage.

No. Arlington - $369,000 Split level - 1 Fam. 3 Bdrms - 1.5 Baths Open LR/Dr - EIK Family Rm, Basement Large Yard - 1 Car attached garage.

Kearny - $228,000 Condo - Updated Unit: 2 Bdrms - LR - DR - Kitchen with Granite - 1.5 baths 2 Parking Spots

Kearny - $635,000 2 Fam. NEW CONSTRUCTION 6 Bdrms - Open LR’s - Dr’s & M EIK’s - 5 Full Baths Att. Garage Parking - Yard. Central Air - Forced Hot Air.

Kearny - $316,000 1 Fam. - 3 Bdrms LR - DR - M Kit - Hardwood Fls - 2 Full Baths Driveway parking.

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Vernon - $25,000

Mobile Home - 2 Bdrms- Lr Kitchen - Full bath - Located in Tall Timbers Community. This large site has 31 Foot, 2006 Jayco Eagle Trailer on it. This community offers many recreational functions along w/ 2 community pools.

ONE OF A KIND – This North Arlington 3 bedroom ranch sits on a huge 75 x 138 lot. The home features central air and ﬁnished basement. Asking $364,900.

STEPS FROM SCHUYLER SCHOOL - Large 3 bedroom colonial in the Arlington Section of Kearny, off street parking and a nice backyard.Owner says sell. Now $239,000. Hurry.

THREE FAMILY IN KEARNY – First time offered. Three large two bedroom apartments. Separate gas heat. $389,000 Exclusive with Arlington.

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THREE FAMILY IN KEARNY – Two large two bedroom apartments. One large one bedroom apartment, gas heat. $379,000

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Belleville - $599,000 2 Fam. & LOT - 6 Bdrms 2 Full baths - EIK’s - Lr’s - Dr’s Att.Garage - Yard. This includes adjacent lot many possibilities.

Kearny - $1,800 Mixed Use - Commercial space available with 1 car garage & 2 car parking.

Kearny - $320,000 1 Fam - Renovated - 3 Bdrm 1.5 Baths - Modern Kitchen - Lr Dr - Hardwood Floors - Finished Basement - 1 Car Garage w/ Driveway parking.

Kearny - $28,000 Tailoring Business with 1 bathroom and all tailoring equipment included.

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Kearny - $1,600 2nd Fl. - 2 Bdrms Lr - Dr - EIK - Full Bath Ht/Hw Included.

Harrison - $1,600 2nd Fl. - 2 Bdrms Lr/Dr Combo - Kitchen Full Bath - Laundry Hk Up 1 Car Parking.

Kearny - $1,800 1st Fl. - 3 Bdrms 2 Full Baths - Renovated Lr - Dr - EIK.

Kearny - $1,850 1st & 2nd Fl. - Lr - Dr EIK - 3 Bdrms 2 Full Baths.

Call (201) 991-5719 APARTMENT RENTALS AVAILABLE - 1, 2 & 3 Bdrm UNITS Call and Ask About our Reduced Rental Fee!

Kearny - $5,000 2500 SqFt. location on Kearny Ave. Space offers many possibilities for several types of businesses. Call office for more details.

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3 BR Colonial 1 FB Central Air 2 units Liv w fp, Update kitchen w granite, driveway 1 car gar Asking $379,000

2 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, in ground pool, 30x 150” lot Asking price $279,000

Large building near west hudson park many possible use is currently banquet hall Asking $725,000

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N. Arlington - $2,700 NEW CONSTRUCTION 2nd Fl. - 3 Bdrms - 2 Full baths - All new appliances Laundry in unit - designated parking space.

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Baths, Finished basement, in ground pool, 2 car garage Listed at $395,000

Established Bar, Liquor Lic & Two 2 Br Apartments Asking $739,000

2 Br 1 bath condo in Heather Glenn renovated kitchen 1 car parking space and 1 car garage Asking $199,900

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3 Bedroom Raised ranch with 1.5 nath finished basement central air driveway and attached 1 car garage Asking $299,900

3 bedroom 1.5 bath cape on cul de sac street 50 x 103 ft lot finished basement and driveway Exclusively listed at $339,900

New Construction 2 Fam 6 Br 5 Bath Roosevelt School 50 x 190 lot Asking $749,900

758 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 • 201-991-0032

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Augusto Neno

551-553 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 www.RosaAgencyHomes.com • 201-997-7860

KEARNY

NEW LISTING!

Kearny - 2 Family - 1st Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms & Bath. 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Bath and Used Together w/ 2 Rooms & Full Bath on 3rd Floor. Separate Utilities. Driveway for 3 Cars. Full Unfinished Basement. Newer Roof. Asking $345,000

Kearny - 2 Family - Both Apartments w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 2 Bedrooms, Bath & Eat-in Kitchen. Newer Roof & Chimney Installed in 2013 & Windows 8-10 Years Old. W/W Carpeting on 1st Floor. Hardwood Floors & Newer Kitchen on 2nd Floor. Separate Utilities Except Hot Water. Need Some TLC. Sold as is. The seller and his son’s family would like to rent both apartments after closing for about 4 months. Asking $279,000

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NEW LISTING! Kearny - 2 Family - Each Apartment w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms & Bath. Finished Basement w/ Rec Rm, Den, Half Bath, Laundry & Utility Rm. Hardwood Throughout. Separate Utilities including 2 Newer Furnaces & 2 Newer Central Air. Near Public Transportation & Shopping. Asking $479,000

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RUTHERFORD UNDER CONTRACT

Lyndhurst - 1 Family - Colonial w/ Living Rm, Dining Area w/ Sliding Doors to Patio, Modern kitchen w/ Granite Counter Top, Master Bedroom Suite w/ Vaulted Ceilings & Full bath. 3 Additional Bedrooms & 1.5 baths. Unfinished Basement w/ Laundry Area, Mechanical Rm & 1 Large Rm. Hardwood Floors Throughout. Parking for 2 Cars. Asking $455,000

Rutherford - 1 Family - Split level Home on The River w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Full Bath & 3 bedrooms. Large Yard, Attached Garage & Unfinished Basement w/ Half Bath & Laundry. Close to Shopping & Transportation. Asking $170,000

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UNDER CONTRACT Belleville - 1 Family - Upgraded Home w/ Living Rm/Dining Rm Combo, ½ Bath & New Kitchen w/ Counter Island on 1st Floor. 2nd Floor w/ 3 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tile Bath. Hardwood Floors & New Windows. High Semi-Finished Basement. Asking $168,900

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NORTH ARLINGTON

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North Arlington - 1 Family - Expanded Cape w/ 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Modern Kitchen, Living Rm and Dining Area w/ Sliding Doors to Wood Deck Overlooking Fenced Backyard. Unfinished Basement w/ Laundry Area. Driveway & 1 Car Garage. Upgraded Central Air, 200 Amp Electric, Windows & Roof. Short Distance to County Park. Asking $349,000

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Kearny - 1 Family - Well kept Home w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 1 Bedroom, Bath & Modern Kitchen on 1st Floor and 2 Bedrooms on 2nd Floor. Full Unfinished Basement w/ Laundry Area. Parking for 1 Car in Front of the House. Great Size Backyard. Newer Roof & Windows. Asking $255,000

KEARNY: Don’t miss this great expanded cape style home in desirable section of Kearny! This well maintained home with all large rooms boasts 4 bedrooms! 2 Full Baths! Extra large Kitchen and Huge 1st Floor Master Bedroom! New Heating System, Hot water tank and Central A/C! Hardwood Floors! Finished Basement! New Timberline Roof! Great Private Back Yard for entertaining with Pool and Large Trex Deck! Long Driveway for plenty of Parking! Close to Shopping, Schools and ALL Transportation! A MUST SEE HOME! Asking $369,900

HARRISON

REDUCED! Harrison - Condo on the 3rd Floor w/ Living Rm/Dining Rm Combo, Kitchen, 2 Good Sized Bedrooms, 2 Baths & Balcony. Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Granite Countertop & Stainless Steel Appliances including Washer & Dryer. 2 Outdoor Assigned Parking Spaces & Minutes Away from Harrison Path. Asking $369,000

UNDER CONTRACT Kearny - 1 Family - Big & Beautiful Home w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen & Master Bedroom w/ Large Private Bath & Big Walk-in Closet on 1st Floor. 2nd Floor w/ Large Rec Rm, 3 Bedrooms & Full Bath. Newly Updated Siding, Windows & Roof. Huge 2 car garage, Long Driveway & Private Deck Overlooking Yard & Manhattan View. House Renovated 2008. Asking $389,900

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KEARNY: Don’t miss this great One Family Colonial Style Home in desirable section of Kearny! Located on a private dead end block this home boasts a Large Eat-in Kitchen! Formal Dining Room! Large Living Room with Fireplace! 3 Bedrooms! 1 Full and 1 half Bath! New GAS Heating System! Newer Windows! Hardwood Floors Throughout! Full Basement with walk-out to a Large Back Yard! Driveway and one Car Garage! Close to schools, shopping and ALL transportation! Asking $295,500

KEARNY: Don’t miss this great Expanded Cape Cod style home in desirable section of town! This home located on a beautiful tree lined private dead end street boasts 4 Bedrooms! 2 Full and 1 Half Baths! Large Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances! Hardwood Floors! New Central A/C and Forced Hot Air heating System! Finished Basement Family Room with gas heated fireplace! Attached Garage and Driveway! Close to schools, shopping and ALL Transportation! Asking $349,900

KEARNY: Extremely well maintained condo in the desirable Arlington Ridge Condo Complex! This Beautiful Upper Corner End Unit boasts the more desirable private side entrance! 2 Large Bedrooms with walk-in closets! 2 Full Baths! Cathedral Ceilings! Security System! New Appliances! New Central A/C! Wood Floors! Private Balcony! One Car Garage and private parking space! Close to ALL Transportation! A MUST SEE HOME! Asking $279,900

KEARNY: Nice Colonial Style with Long Driveway and Detached Over-sized Garage! This affordable home with low taxes boasts 3 Bedrooms plus full finished attic for 4th bedroom or more living space! 2 Full Baths! Large open Kitchen with formal dining room! NEW Gas Heating System! Close to schools, shopping and ALL Transportation! Asking $249,900 0

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Living Rm w/ Fireplace, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen w/ Newer Cabinets, Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances & Sliding Door to Deck Overlooking Backyard & Paver Patio. Beautiful Hardwood Floors. Finished Basement w/Large Rec Rm, Laundry Rm w/ Washer & Dryer, Office, Wet Bar w/ Refrigerator. Paver Driveway w/ Detached 1 Car Garage w/ Plenty of Storage. Central Air/Forced Hot Air. Asking $549,000

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Belleville - 1 Family - Colonial w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Eat in Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms & Bath. Hardwood Floors, Built-in Garage & Backyard w/ Deck. Close to transportation & Local Shopping. Sold As Is. Asking $148,900.

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Kearny - 1 Family - Lovely Colonial w/ 3 Bedrooms, Ceramic Tile Bath, Eat in Kitchen, Living Rm, Dining Rm & Sliders to Deck. Great Central Location. Walking Distance to Middle & High School. Full Open Unfinished Basement. Sold As Is. Asking $209,000

Kearny - 1 Family - Stunning Colonial w/ 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Modern Bath,

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Kearny - 3 Family - Brick Home Renovated 6 Years Ago. All Apartments w/ Living Rm, Eat-in Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms & Bath. Laminated Floors & 3 Separate Utilities. Finished Basement w/ 3 Rooms & Laundry Hookup. Conveniently Located. Near West Hudson Park & Close to Transportation. Asking $399,000

Kearny - 2 Family - 1st Floor w/ Living Rm, Bedroom, Kitchen & Bath. 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm, 2 Bedrooms, Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Full Finished Basement & Central Air. Close to Schools, Park & Major Transportation. Asking $279,900

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201- 991-1300 Ext. 410

UNDER CONTRACT Kearny - Bar & 2 Apartments - Beautiful All Brick Established Building in the Heart of Kearny (Arlington Section). Features a Wrap Around Bar, Recreation Rm, Kitchen w/ Commercial Pizza Oven & 2 half Baths. Both Apartments Above Restaurant Have 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Eat in Kitchen & Bath. Very Well Maintained & Clean. Outside Has 2 Car Garage Plus 2 Car Parking Space. Asking $890,000

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213 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032

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REDUCED! Kearny - 1 Family - Beautiful Victorian on Corner Lot w/ Wrap Around Porch, Spacious Living Rm, Dining Rm, Large Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen w/ Stainless Steel Appliances, 5 Bedrooms & 4 Baths. Finished Basement w/ Rec Rm, Laundry Rm, Wood Floors & High Ceilings. 2 Car Detached Garage & Hot Tub in Backyard. Attractive Landscaped Front Yard & Excellent location. Asking $449,000

Semiao & Associates

NORTH ARLINGTON

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North Arlington - 1 Family - Beautiful Ranch w/ 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Living Rm w/ Fireplace, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen w/ Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite & Double Doors Leading to Patio. Attached 2 Car Garage w/ Additional 10+ Parking in Rear. Backyard w/ Newer Pave Patio & Inground Heated Pool. Full Finished Basement w/ Rec Rm, Summer Kitchen, 2 Finished Rms & Full Bath. Loft Area w/ High Ceilings & Skylights. Central Air. Asking $699,900

$500 CLOSING COST CREDIT AT CLOSING!

KEARNY: Great Investment Property in Arlington Section! Mixed use building with business for Sale! Consisting of retail space of approximately 1100 sq. foot on first floor and one 5 room apartment above. First floor now being used by owner as hair salon business which is included in sale. One 5 Room Apartment on 2nd floor and 3rd floor Full Walk-up Attic for plenty of storage space! Newer roof. Newer windows and siding. Separate Gas heating systems & all Separate Utilities! Asking $295,000

KEARNY: Don’t miss this great one family center hall colonial style home in desirable Manor Section! All Large Rooms! This Great Custom-built Home Boasts 3 Bedrooms! 1 Full and 2 1/2 baths! Hardwood Floors Throughout! Great Screened-in Room overlooking the private yard! Large Full Finished Basement and more! Asking $389,500

KEARNY: Beautiful One Family Home in desirable Manor Section. Newly Finished Hardwood Floors! All Large Rooms! 4 Bedrooms! 3 Full Baths! Living Room with Fireplace! Formal Dining Room! New Windows! New Timberline Roof and Siding! Full Finished Basement with Family Room, Office and Full Bath! Full Finished Attic and more! Asking $429,900

KEARNY: Great Investment Property! Large 2 Family Home! First floor consists of Living Room, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen and Bath. Second floor consists of Living Room (now being used as 3rd Bedroom) Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Office, Xtra-Large Kitchen and Bath! Home has Gas Heating Systems with all Separate Utilities! Newer Roof! Close to Schools, Shopping and All Transportation! Asking $349,900

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BASEBALL from in the place had stopped and was watching her. She rang the bell at the top and then scaled back down while the entire place clapped and cheered — I couldn’t believe it,” dad Victor said. Pretty gutsy moves for a kid who arrived a month premature and weighed in at a delicate 5 lbs. “She was about the size of a football,” her mother Tracy said. From crawling and walking to running and hitting baseballs, Alexia credits her grandma Terry for buying her first plastic baseball bat — covered with images of Dora the Explorer. With the rock climbing experience behind her, Alexia soon began subbing on her brother Victor’s T-Ball team. “At home I would say, ‘I am 3 years old,’ but at baseball, I said, ‘I am 5.’ I was always bigger than most of the other kids, so everyone believed it.” Attending her first Yankee game at the age of 7, Alexia was instantly drawn to catcher Brian McCann. “Just because he’s the most awesome catcher ever,” she said. And Derek Jeter, “Because he plays with his whole heart.” But her favorite player is someone who hasn’t graced this planet since before her parents were even born. “Babe Ruth is my favorite player ... hands down, he was the best Major League player of all time,” she said. By the time she was 8, Alexia’s dedication to baseball was already well known on Little League fields of Lyndhurst. “Alexia is one of the hardest-working kids I have ever had the privilege of coaching. She’s always practicing to improve her game and her work ethic is second to none. Many times, her mom Tracy would send me videos of her at the batting cages working on her hitting right after a game where she didn’t think she did as well as she should have. This kid would hit snowballs in a blizzard if I asked her to. Alexia is that dedicated to the game of baseball,” former coach Rich Donohue said.

LANDY from tion; and donating cash and emergency supplies to local fire victims. At Harrison’s Night Out Against Crime, co-sponsored by the local PBA and Elks, on Aug. 1, the Lions will conduct eye screenings for kids ages 1 to 6, between 6 and 9 p.m. in Library Park. If any abnormalities are detected, kids and their

As her team’s catcher, Jorge was hitting out-of-the-park homeruns by the age of 10 — but this multi-sport powerhouse (soccer, wrestling and basketball) earns respect on the mound, too. “She has two complete-game, nohitters. In one game, she threw about 21 pitches and they shut the game down after only four innings,” mom Tracy said. But recreation baseball isn’t enough for Alexia. For the last two years, she’s been playing on a U-12 Nutley-based travel team. Nutley Central’s coach Anthony Mielnicki says his team has been made better because, “Alexia brings out the best in all of her teammates. She has great leadership, and has an outstanding work ethic. And although she’s the only girl on our travel team, our coaches and teammates do not not treat her any differently.” Coming from an athletic family, Alexia is often asked why she doesn’t play softball. “It just doesn’t interest me,” she said. “One coach argued with my mom about it and another kept calling me ‘hon’ ... yuck. They don’t bother me though ... it just makes me play harder”. Alexia credits her family — especially her dad and lots of practice — for her success. She has over 25 home runs already under her belt. This summer, Alexia will play with her Nutley Central travel team in The Ripken Experience, a U-13 tournament in Myrtle Beach, S.C. As Alexia begins high school this fall, she already has her sights set on spring training. “I’m looking forward to pushing harder in a more competitive environment and playing baseball at Lyndhurst High School. I can’t wait to take it to the next level,” she said. So where does this baseball powerhouse see herself in five years? “Getting ready to play baseball at the college level. And after that, I’m going to play for the New York Yankees,” she said. Alexia Jorge. Remember that name.

parents will be referred to North Arlington optometrist Dr. Marc Wiener, whose dad belonged to the Kearny Lions. “Last year,” Landy said, “we identified 16 of the 65 kids checked as having some type of eye issues. We just started doing the screenings two years ago.” Landy’s service mission extends to various charitable endeavors:

He has continued to volunteer at Camp Fatima, mostly as a cook; for the past eight years, he’s volunteered for the Comfort Zone Camp, a nonprofit, free bereavement camp for youths ages 7 to 17 who’ve lost a parent, sibling or legal guardian. Want to join? The Harrison Lions Club meets the first and third Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the Spanish Pavilion, 31 Harrison Ave.

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Richard Frederic “Dick” Manthey, 80, of Vero Beach, Fla., and Manasquan, died Friday, July 21, at Jersey Shore Univ. Medical Center, Neptune. Born in Jersey City, Richard lived in Kearny before moving to the Jersey Shore in 1975. Richard was a fire captain with the Kearny Fire Department for 33 years and was a fireman for Monmouth Park Racetrack for 24 years. He was a member of the Kearny F.M.B.A. Local 218. Richard served in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and horse racing. Richard was predeceased by his son William R. Manthey in 2004. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Lorraine C. Manthey; his children Chris P. Man-

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they and his wife Tammi of Montclair; Alisa M. Stone and her husband Tom of Navesink; and Leanne E. Sebastianelli and her husband Joe of Vero Beach, Fla. and Manasquan. He also leaves behind four grandchildren, Matthew, Lukas, Jacob and Julia. He will also be missed by his dog, Lucie. Visitation was at the O’Brien Funeral Home, Wall. A funeral service took place at the funeral home, followed by burial in St. Catharine Cemetery, Wall. For more information or to send condolences, visit www. obrienfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, Tenn. 38148. Anna ‘Annie’ L. Correia Anna “Annie” L. Correia (nee Schreck), of Harrison, died Tuesday, July 18, at St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, surrounded by her loving family. She was 65. Funeral services were under the direction of Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Harrison. A funeral service took place at the funeral

home. Her cremation was private. To send condolences to her family, visit www.mulliganfh.com. Born in Harrison, Annie was a lifelong resident of Harrison. She worked for the Harrison Police Department as a crossing guard for 28 years, retiring this year. She is survived by her beloved husband John Correia, married 42 years; her loving sons John and his wife Giovanna and Shaun; her cherished grandchildren Taylor and John; and her dear siblings Carol Forte, Marie Mahon, Fred Schreck, Cathy Sebuktekin, Donna Kolmer and Joanne Kelly. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her grandson Anthony (2004). In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Harrison Cancer League, P.O. Box 741, Harrison, N.J. 07029, in loving memory of Annie. Irene ‘Si’ Humphreys Irene “Si” Humphreys, 76, a Harrison resident for 37 years and originally from Glasgow Scotland, died peacefully July 13. Preceded in death by her

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loving husband William of 44 years, she is survived by her children Sarah Ann, Bill, Tricia, Joanne and Alyson; her in-laws, Jola and Gil; and her grandchildren Ailina, Samuel, Kate, Julia and Billy. She was employed by Fiduciary Trust Company, in the World Trade Center, for over 25 years, where she made lifelong friends. The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Harrison, on Friday, July 28, at 10:15 a.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross

Church, 323 Harrison Ave., Harrison, at 11 a.m. Friday, July 28. Friends may call Thursday, July 27, from 4 to 8 p.m., and July 28 after 9:30 a.m. Her cremation will be private. To send condolences to her family, visit www.mulliganfh. com. The family requests donations be made, in care of the funeral home, in memory of Irene Humphreys, to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, where she underwent care for leukemia and/or the ASPCA because of her deep love for animals.

Mulligan Funeral Home 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison

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and can have effects similar to meditation. 4. Get moving Aerobic exercise has been shown to decrease overall levels of tension, elevate and stabilize mood, improve sleep and improve selfesteem. Even five minutes of aerobic exercise can stimulate anti-anxiety effects. So, put on some sneakers and get moving. 5. Get together with friends Close friendships are a great outlet to express oneself, get positive feedback and laugh, which can ease stress and tension. Even when you’re busy, be sure to carve out time for friends. – StatePoint

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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.

Wilfred Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home

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

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BELLEVILLE Nice Area, 3 BR, $1,450/month. 1 month security. No pets. W/D hook up. Backyard and parking space Avl. (201) 889-8112.

BELLEVILLE 3 small rooms, 1 Bedroom, LR, New Kitchen. All Remodeled. All brand new H/W ﬂoors. Near All transportation. Great location. $1,000/month - Utilities included (HT/HW/Gas/ Electric/cable-HBO & Etc). (973) 759-5929.

BELLEVILLE 1 BR apt. Located in nice location. HT/HW included, 1 parking space included and laundry facilities on site. No pets. 1 1/2 months security. Call Joanne (973) 699-3146

HARRISON HARRISON 2nd ﬂ. 2 BR, LR, EIK, C/A, Parking and laundry. $1,400/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. no pets. Walking distance to PATH. Call (973) 482-3462.

HARRISON Renovated 1 BR condo, HT/HW & Parking included, $1,200/month.1 month security. Avl. Aug. 15th. (973) 517-3869

HARRISON 3 BR’s, 2 baths, Renovated. $1,500/month. 1 months security. Close to PATH & NJIT, Rutgers. Spacious. Avl. Immediately. (551) 229-6989 (201) 234-1933.

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APARTMENTS FOR RENT

HARRISON 2 Br, 1 Bath, Near PATH. No pets. $1,500/month. 1 1/2 months security. Avl. August 1st. (646) 675-5113. HARRISON Sussex St. 1st ﬂ. 2 BR, Walk to PATH & NJIT. $1,300/month + utilities, Parking for $50. 1 1/2 months security. Avl. August 16th. (973) 687-7500.

KEARNY 2 BR, LR, kitchen, bathroom. $1,500/ month + utilities. 1 month security. No pets. Avl. Immediately. (973) 420-7484

E.NEWARK E.NEWARK Brand new Studio apt. 3rd ﬂ. $900/ month + utilities. Avl. August 1st. Call carlos (201) 988-7536. E.NEWARK President St. 2 BR, LR, DR, Kitchen, bath, dishwasher. HT/ HW included. H/W Floors. $1,400/month. 1 month security (201) 306-2994.

KEARNY

KEARNY Large 2 Bedroom, Park View near tennis courts. EIK, L/R,D/R. renovated, HW floors, freshly painted, super clean/sunny. Near PATH, shopping, restaurants. No smoking. No pets. $1400/mo. 1.5 month security. HW included. KEARNY 3BR, LR, DR, (973) 650-8148 or text EIK. $1400/MO + UTILI- (201) 207-9987. TIES, 1.5 MO SEC. AVAILABLE AUG 1. NO PETS/ SMOKING. 201-3629485 KEARNY 1st fl. 3 Br’s, LR, DR, Kitchen + utilities. No Parking. No Laundry or yard. 1 KEARNY 2 blocks to NYC 1/2 months security. Bus, 1 BR new renovation No pets. No smoking. Avl. now. $1,050/month Available Aug. 1st. + utilities and security, (201) 246-0383. New Kitchen w/New tile floor, H/W floors LR/BR. New designer bathroom. Also, 1 BR Renovated apt. KEARNY 1st fl. 1 BR, Avl. Now. $995/month + Small LR, Kitchen. No No Smoking. utilities and security. No pets. pets No smoking. laun- $1,200/month. 1 month dry in building. Credit security. Avl. Now. (973) check and ability to pay 503-0209 Call before required. $25 appl. Fee. 8pm. Call Sam (551) 2260566.

KEARNY 5 rooms, 1st floor, dishwasher. 1 parking space. Space for washer/dryer. $1350.00/ month. Utilities separate. 1 month security. No pets. No smoking. (973) KEARNY 2nd fl. 1 1/2 484-3152 BR’s, very clean, Nice size rooms, H/W floors, C/A, Refrigerator. No pets. No KEARNY 545 CHESTsmoking. Utilities not inNUT ST. STUDIO. $900/ cluded. $1,400/month + MONTH. HT/HW INCLUD1 month security. (201) ED. (973) 465-0166 . 543-8034.

KEARNY 2nd ﬂ. 1 1/2 BR’s, very clean, Nice size rooms, H/W ﬂoors, C/A, Refrigerator. No pets. No smoking. Utilities not included. $1,300/month + 1 month security. (201) 997-6056. KEARNY Basement studio, w/shared bathroom. No kitchen. Utilities included. $600/month + 1 month security. (201) 921-3802.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood ﬂoors. Laundry onsite. HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $1,250. 1 BR start at $1,050. Jr. 1 BR start at $975. (201) 289-7096 KEARNY 177 Chestnut St. 2nd ﬂ. 3 rooms, LR, Kitchen, Bath. 1,400/ month + security. Avl. storage in attic. Avl. August 1st. month to month lease. (973) 2612964.

LYNDHURST

APARTMENTS FOR RENT N.ARLINGTON N.ARLINGTON 5 room apt., 2 BR, $1,200/month + utilities. 1 month security. no pets. WED-THRUS. ONLY 4:30-7PM. Call (201) 997-6043. N.ARLINGTON Clean 2 BR, 1 Bathroom apt. of a 2 family home. Storage Avl. in attic. No pets. No smoking. 1 1/2 months security and 12 months lease. For more info Call Susan (973) 477-3065.

W.ORANGE

LYNDHURST 2 BR’s, HT/ HW included. $1,575/ month. H/W ﬂoors, Large kitchen with granite, Backyard. Finished basement optional. (973) 277- 0942.

LYNDHURST 2 BR, HT/ HW included. $1,595/ month. (973) 760-4877

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BELLEVILLE 2 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Finished Basement, Large Backyard, Garage parking Open House every Sunday 1pm-3pm 398 Greylock Parkway Belleville/Nutley Border $225,000 Karyn 973-747-7654 KEARNY Good Location, 2 family house for sale by owner. $429,000. 1st fl. LR, EIK, 3 BR’s. 2nd fl. LR, EIK, 3 BR’s, 3rd fl. Finished Attic. Full High Basement. Approx. Age. 1940’s. Renovated in 2002, se habla espanol. Call Carlos (201) 334-7048.

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KEARNY Female Pref- Single professional white fered, responsible. Close male, 58 years old looking to Schools, Bus. 1 month for professional woman rent + Security required. Asian or Filipino Call Carmen (862) 571-9827 Avl. Now. (201) 467-1300 AFTER 5PM Spanish.

OFFICE FOR RENT KEARNY 390 Schuyler Ave and Quincy Place. Ofﬁce with parking. 1,500 sq.ft. & 1,500 sq. ft. Basement with storage. A/C with small kitchenette. Bathroom w/ shower. Avl. Now. (201) 997-1500

N.ARLINGTON Ofﬁce Nice building, parking. 800 sq. ft. up, 800 sq. ft. down. $1,500/month. Avl. Immediately. (201) 509-6965

W.ORANGE Modern, great condition 2 levels, 3 BR’s, 2 Baths, Large LR, DR, Kitchen. Laundry hook-up. H/W Floors, 15 min drive to PATH & NYC Penn. $1,800/month + utilities. 1.5 months se- KEARNY ofﬁce/retail for curity. Avl. August 1st. rent, great location on Kearny Ave. Call for de(201) 463-0542 tails. $1,100/month. Call (201) 997-2341 or (201) 538-1319. HOUSE

FOR SALE LYNDHURST 2 BR’s, Completely Renovated, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, HW ﬂoors. Private Laundry. 2 parking spots. Close to NYC Transportation. $1,700/month + security. No pets. Avl. Sept. 1st. (201) 600-1211.

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117 Cross St. Harrison, Monday-Friday 3:30-7pm. Saturdays & Sundays 10am-7pm.

Friday 3-5pm Sat & Sun 8:30-5pm. Power & Hand tools, coffee tables, clothes, dishes, sofas, Bench press w/weights, hand bags, suitcases and much more. (201) 9976222.

Living Room and Dining room furniture in good condition. Must sell. Pay what you think it is worth. Price is negotiable. $$$ Karyn 973-747-7654 Cell

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Moving Sale, Everything must go! Furniture, appliances, knicknacks, etc. Saturday July 29 9am-5pm LYNDHURST Small store and Sunday July 30 or ofﬁce on busy St. 10am-4pm. Raindate Saturday August 5th $995/month (973) 760- 9am-5pm and Sunday 4877 August 6 10am-4pm. 46 Howell Place Kearny

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HALL FOR RENT Hall Available Mid week special. Price Break-Call Parties, Business Meeting, & Functions (201) 991-9865 (203) 864-8243 Max 80 people.

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KEARNY Room for rent quiet and beautiful area, 2 Commercial parking easy access to public space available in Nutley transportation, superup to 24 ft. market, shopping cent(201) 390-1729 ers, gym, Rutgers & Essex county college 5 min away. Furnished w/bed GARAGE $125/week. Looking to FOR RENT stay at least 6 months. Female preferred. No smoking. If this sounds Kearny Secure storage like it might suit you with Parking Lot for rent, please contact me at storage 32x27ft. , Parking 22x70ft. $1,000/month (201) 991-4633. negotiable. (917) 7212590 or (347) 267-1691. KEARNY room for rent. $450/month. 1 month security. no smoking. KEARNY $175/MONTH Male preferred. Avl. Now. (201) 998-8655. (201) 600-1863

EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED Now Hiring at Harrison Nails, 701 Frank E Rodgers Blvd. N. Harrison NJ. Nail Technician, Must Have Experience. Call 973-268-2559 or (908) 303-6348.

Barmaid wanted with or without experience. Apply in person after 3:30pm at Euro pub 631 Schuyler Ave. Kearny, NJ. *REAL ESTATE AGENT OPPORTUNITIES! * If you or anyone you know 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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Court Attendant Part Time Court Attendant needed for Municipal Court 10-20 hrs per week various day and evening hours as needed. Starting at $19.00 per hour Assist Judge and Court Room in all aspects of a Municipal Court please see NJ CSC Job Speciﬁcation at http://info.csc.state.nj.us/ jobspec/01430.htm Application available at www.kearnynj.org The following residency preference will apply: Kearny and Newark residents Hudson and Essex County residents State of NJ Application deadline 8/11/2017 Town of Kearny 402 Kearny Avenue Kearny, NJ 07032 201-955-7894

Parts Driver Frank’s Truck Center is seeking a Parts Driver. Delivery of car and truck parts orders within a 50 mile radius including New York City using company vans and box trucks. Clean driving record A MUST. Ability to work outdoors and drive in all weather. Physical ability requiring frequent bending, lifting, reaching, squatting, etc. Frank’s offers competitive salary and beneﬁts including Medical, Dental, paid holidays, paid time off and 401(k) plan. Fax or Email resume to Christine - 201-939-5801, cmelleno@frankstruckcenter.com

Hiring in Kearny, Delivery Helper, Full Time bilingual in Spanish Mon thru Friday Start $10.50/hr. For details call (201) 997-7689 x1104 Or apply in person 969 Newark Tnpke. Unit D, Kearny, NJ CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

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ALL CONCRETE WORK SIDEWALKS, PATIOS, DRIVEWAYS, RETAINING WALLS, STEPS BRICK PAVER DESIGNS SANTOS CONSTRUCTION CO. FREE ESTIMATES. Family Owned for Over 30 Years Fully Insured and Licensed Call Our Ofﬁce: 973-589-2712 “LET US SHOW YOU OUR WORK” BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Are you stressed from being overworked and underpaid? You work 50 weeks just so you can have two weeks of vacation, and your time is spent on catching up at home and end up going nowhere. If you are tired of being tired, debt piling up, hate your alarm clock, overweight, there is a better way.. Iwill show you how! Contact me: opportunity@lmfmarketing.com

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Bartenders & Kitchen help wanted FT/PT. Teros 224 Ridge Rd. Lyndhurst. (201) 935-8818

A.A. Drinking Problem? We can Help? Call A.A. 24 hours 1-800-245-1377 www.nnjaa.org AIR CONDITIONING Courageous Plumbing HVAC LLC LIC .#11103 • Air Conditioning • Hot Air Furnaces • Central Air, Humidiﬁer, UV Light,Duck Cleaning,Visa & Master Card, Finances offer with up to 24 payments, no interest (201) 206-4845

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will visit all organized block parties. deliver donations by Aug. 31. If Interested in organizing a you have a child in need, conblock party? Visit the NAPD Going down to Dover tact the Health Department for an application. The The Senior Harmony Club at 201-804-2500 to schedule a NAPD will seek to close all sponsors an overnight trip to pick-up of the supplies. Dover Downs, Delaware, Sept. streets with parties from 5 to 9 p.m. that night. 20-21. The hotel and casino One-on-one computer help @ are smoke-free. Package inthe library Free concerts cludes hotel room, $50 in slot Do you have a specific ques- play, one dinner and a buffet The Borough of North tion about how to use comArlington presents free conbreakfast. For more informaputers or mobile devices — or tion, call Libby at 973-481-2118. certs at Riverside Park. do you need to learn to find All concerts start at 7 p.m. your way around the InterStill to come: July 25, The National Night Out net? Reserve a 30-minute The North Arlington Police Mahoney Brothers: Long time slot at the Lyndhurst Live the Beatles; and Aug. Department hosts its 34th Public Library for one-on-one annual National Night Out 8, Eaglemania: The World’s assistance, Thursdays and Greatest Eagles Tribute Against Crime Tuesday, Fridays between 10 a.m. and Band. Aug. 1. That night, residents noon, through July. Call the Bring lawn chairs. are encouraged to meet and library at 201-804-2478, ext. greet neighbors. Residents 4, to register. Summer BOH meetings should also leave a porch canceled light on overnight as a sign North Arlington The July and August meetof neighborhood spirit. ings of the N.A. Board of Acting NAPD Chief Scott Pray the Rosary at QP Health have been canceled. Hedenberg encourages Queen of Peace Knights of Meetings will resume in residents to throw a block Columbus Council 3428 spon- party that night, too. As an September. sors a “Fifth Sunday Family incentive to do so, the first Rosary” Sunday, July 30, at 10 block parties organized Nutley 3 p.m., in Queen of Peace will receive a free barbeChurch, North Arlington. The cue package courtesy of the Rec soccer registration Knights invite all, especially NAPD’s Crime Prevention Registration forms are families, to join them in pray- Unit and the Arlington Diner. available for fall recreation ing the Rosary to Our Lady of NAPD and borough officials soccer 2017. The Nutley RecAROUND TOWN from

Guadalupe, the patroness of the Knights of Columbus.

reation Soccer Program is open to Nutley youngsters in grades 1 through 8 and is designed to assist young players in developing basic skills of the game while offering a fun, semi-competitive environment. Recreation soccer is also a great opportunity for youngsters to exercise and have fun in a safe, social environment. All games are in town. Tryouts are not required. All applicants who submit their registration before the deadline of Aug. 15 are guaranteed placement on a team. Practices and games begin in mid-September. Anyone interested in coaching is invited to contact the Recreation Department for coaching regulations. All coaches must get fingerprinted and attend the Rutgers Safety Clinic held at the Nutley Recreation Department. For more information, contact the Recreation Department at 973-284-4966, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Online registration is available at register.communitypass.net/nutley.

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Bellavia

0 AS LOW AS

AUTO CENTER EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ

“Celebrating Our 43rd Anniversary”

% APR

AVAILABLE UP TO

60 MOS!

HUGE SUV SALES EVENT!

OVER 200 SUVS & TRUCKS IN STOCK AND AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY

Bellavia

MPG HWY

NEW 2017 CHEVY

EQUINOX LS

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

Black, SUV, 4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto w/OD, TC, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD, Nav, OnStar, Rr Camera, Bluetooth, Stk#17-1569, VIN#605517, MSRP: $26,405. Based on 24 Mo Closed End Lease. $3,094 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. No up front bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $2,376. Residual Value: $17,428. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified.

NEW 2017 BUICK Lease per mo/ 24 mos*

REGAL TOURING

Blue, 4-Dr, 4-Cyl, Turbo, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Htd Sts, Lthr, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/Satellite, Nav, Bluetooth, R/Camera, Remote Start, Stk#17-532, VIN#198569, MSRP: $30,755. Based on 39 Mo Closed End Lease. $2,789 due at delivery includes $1,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $7,761. Residual Value: $15,378. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified.

199

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

Lease per mo. x 39 mos*

MPG HWY

NEW 2017 CHEVY

159

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

TRAVERSE LS $

V6, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD, Nav, OnStar, Stk#17-1420, VIN#HJ326147, MSRP: $32,745.Based on 24 Mo Closed End Lease. $2,140 due at delivery includes $1,995 down payment & 1st Payment. No up front bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $3,480. Residual Value: $21,611. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified.

GET A GREAT CAR! MALIBU

15,485

Gray, Stk# 15787, VIN#EF193926, 2.5L, 4-Cyl, Auto, FWD, CD/AM/FM, Nav, Sec System, Keyless Entry, A/C, P/S/ABS, 13,247mi.

2014 CHEVROLET

CAMARO LT COUPE

20,995

Blue Ray, Stk#15505, VIN#E9121365, 3.6L, V6, RWD, Manual, AM/FM/Satellite, OnStar, 7” Touchscreen, MyLink, Spoiler, 20” Whls, Bluetooth, Lthr, 22,662mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

TRAX LT

16,995

Gray, Stk#15743, VIN#FB147731, 1.4L, 4-Cyl, Auto, FWD, 7” Touchscreen, AM/FM, Bluetooth, 4G LTE WiFi, A/C, TC, Sec Sys, Cruise, Rf Rack, T/Gls, Remote Start, 17,411mi.

2017 CHEVROLET

CRUZE PREMIER

GM Executive Demo

22,995

Gray, Stk#15878, VIN#HS503887, 1.4L, 4-Cyl Turbo, FWD, Auto, Htd Sts/Steering Whl, Cruise, A/C, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/AM/FM, P/S/ABS, 2,046mi.

NEW 2017 BUICK

Lease per mo/ 24 mos*

YOU DON’T HAVE TO BUY NEW TO 2014 CHEVROLET

MPG HWY

ENCLAVE

White, SUV, 6-Cyl, 3.6L, FRWD, Auto w/OD, TC, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Dr St, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, R/Def, Tilt, Telescopic, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, AM/FM/CD, OnStar, R/Camera, 3rd Row Seating, Remote Start, Stk#17-502 VIN#339723, MSRP: $39,990. Based on 39 Mo Closed End Lease. $3,814 due at delivery includes $2,995 down payment & 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $8,736. Residual Value: $22,395. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified.

224

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

Lease per mo. x 39 mos*

HUGE SELECTION OF BELLAVIA CERTIFIED & PRE-OWNED VEHICLES 2015 CHEVROLET

EQUINOX LT

18,995

Black, Stk#15775, VIN#F6291267, 2.4L, 4-Cyl, FWD, Auto w/OD, AM/FM/CD/MP3/Satellite, 7” Touchscreen, OnStar, 4G LTE WiFi, A/C, TC, Sec Sys, Cruise, Rf Rails, 15,140mi.

2016 CHEVROLET

IMPALA 2LTZ

2015 BUICK

VERANO LEATHER

16,995

Summit White, Stk#15783, VIN#F4166556, 2.4L, 4-Cyl, FWD, Auto w/OD, AM/FM/Satellite/USB/MP3/CD, 7” LED Touchscreen, iPod Support, Bose Premium Sound, 4G LTE WiFi, P/S/ABS, P/Winds/Lcks, A/C, Lthr, 24,353mi.

2014 GMC

ACADIA SLE

ENCORE

16,995

Black, Stk#15790, VIN#FB266884, 1.4L, 4-Cyl, FWD, Auto w/OD, CD/Satellite, 7” Touchscreen, R/Cam, WiFi Cap, Rf Rails, P/Winds/Lcks, P/S/ABS, Spoiler, Sec Sys, 18,522mi.

2014 GMC

ACADIA SLT LEATHER

2014 GMC

TERRAIN SLT AWD

22,997

Silver, Stk#15463, VIN#E6231150, 3.6L, 6-Cyl, Auto, AWD, 7” Color Touchscreen, CD/AM/FM, Satellite, Keyless Entry, P/S/ABS, 24,902mi.

2016 BUICK

ENCLAVE PREMIUM AWD

GM Executive Demo

25,995

Jet Black, Stk#15677, VIN#GU116191, 4-Dr, 3.6L, 6-Cyl, Auto, FWD, CD/MP3, 8” Color Touchscreen, Bluetooth, R/Cam, Sec Sys, Nav, Htd/Cooled Sts, Remote Start, 16,753mi.

24,995

Black, Stk#15854, VIN#EJ304348, 2.6L, 6-Cyl, AWD, Auto, AM/FM/XM, 6/5” Touchscreen, R/Cam, CD/MP3, Sec Sys, A/C, P/S/ABS, 22,983mi.

25,995

White, Stk#15784, VIN#EJ296619, SUV, 3.6L, 6-Cyl, Auto, FWD, 6.5” Touchscreen Display, CD/MP3, Remote Start, Keyless Entry, Nav, A/C, P/S/ABS, 36,242mi.

GM Executive Demo

37,995

Gray, Stk#15631, VIN#GJ167404, 3.6L, 6-Cyl, AWD, CD/MP3/Satellite/USB, 6.5” Touchscreen, Sec Sys, Clim Cntrl, Htd Dr St, R/Cam, Remote Start, Lthr, 15,574mi.

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

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*†Excludes 2017 Cruze, Malibu, and Equinox L models, Traverse LS Base model, Colorado Base models, 2017 Silverado 2500/3500HD, Corvette, Spark, SS, Express, City Express, and 2018 Equinox and Bolt. Must show proof of current lease of a 2008 or newer Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru or Kia vehicle. Not available with special financing, and some other offers. Take delivery by 3/31/17. See dealer for details. Financing thru GM Financial. Not all buyers will qualify. See dlr for details. **Free Maintenance includes 2 oil changes within the first 24,000 miles. ^0% APR for up to 60 mos, on select models. *Actual mileage will vary. Lessee resp for excess wear, tear, & mileage charges as stated. All price(s) incl(s) all costs to be paid by consumer, except for tax, title, lic costs, reg fees, dlr fees & optional equipment extra. Other restrictions may apply. Pics are illustrative only. Offers end 7/31/17. ©2017 BOCPartners.com

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Lyndhurst

$300,000

4-bedroom 2 full bath center-hall colonial w/ driveway. Newer appliances. Owner relocating out of State. Good sized rear yard.

North Arlington

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths ; Attached 1 Car & Driveway

$250,000

One Family in Arlington Section with 3 bedrooms, 1 full new bathroom, new modern eat in kitchen, living room, dining room open layout. Hardwood floors. New boiler & roof.

North Arlington

$389,900

Lovely 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath w/garage. Many updates: kitchen & Main bath w/ vaulted ceiling, Liv rm w/ fireplace, Gleaming wood floor, Central air, fin basement w/rec rm & bathrm. Entertainers yard!

Kearny

$400,000

Belleville

1 Family, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Attached 1 Car Garage + Driveway.

One Family; 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 1 Car Detached Garage & Driveway.

$339,900

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$345,000

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Brand new 2 fam. 1st fl & grnd level 3 bedrms, 3 baths! 2nd fl 2 bedroms 2 baths. QUALITY Built! Separate heat & utilities.

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$650,000

1st unit features 3 bedrooms, 3 full tiled baths, Laundry rm. Upper unit features: 2 bedrooms, 2 full tiled baths, & laundry rm. Both kitchens have peninsula w/ granite counter top & tiled back-splash, SS look microwave, stove, dishwasher, tiled floor.

Harrison

$690,000

Home is 10’ longer on each floor & 543 sq. ft. larger than the ‘average’ new 2 family. 9’ ceilings! Each unit has 3 bedrooms! 1st unit has 3 full tiled baths, upper unit has 2 full tiled baths. Kitchen w/ granite top & tiled back-splash, microwave, stove, dishwasher.

Call us today to sell your home! www.cocciarealty.com KEARNY • 636 Kearny Ave • 201-997-7000 Call us or visit our website CocciaRealty.com today! LYNDHURST • 424Kearny Valley Brook Ave • 201-939-8900Rutherford Lyndhurst Secaucus 201-997-7000 201-939-8900 201-939-0001 201-867-2100 info@cocciarealty.com © 2016 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation licensed to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. ©2016 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate® is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation licensed to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC. Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate® Franchise is Independently Owned and Operated. * Statistics based on information derived from NJMLS for all sales transactions made from 1/1/15 to 12/31/2015, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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