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Denville Woman Releases New Book

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By Steve Sears enville resident, Joelle Speranza, has her dream job as a book publicist specializing in non-fiction. Often immersed in reading in that genre during her personal time, she sought a break and escape to something different. She found it reading romance novels. And now, she has written one. Speranza said, “I instantly became hooked. Once you read a few, it is easy to notice the formula of how to write a romance story, including the big third act breakup and then the couple resolves the issue and gets back together to live happily ever after. I got inspired to write my own, and as I wrote The Comeback Tour, the story just flew out of me, and I had my first draft after just three months.” When Speranza set out to write her novel, she knew she wanted to do something that was super fun and empowering for women. She decided to launch a fiction series around her “Trash the Dress” brand from her previously written memoir, Trash the Dress: Stories of Celebrating Divorce in your 20s. Speranza explained, “In The Comeback Tour, my main female character is

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a member of the ‘Trash the Dress’ online support group and, throughout the book, there are conversations between her and fictional support group members. Those chats provide insight into what it is really like being a young, divorced woman, provide inspiration, and also set up future books in the series as we meet other characters and learn their stories.” Speranza, remarried now with two children, was divorced in her 20s, so she had a first-hand experience of her main character’s journey and feelings. And, when thinking of a love interest for The Comeback Tour main character, Cailin, she reached even further back into her past, the boy bands from her childhood coming to mind. She said, “For so many of us, boy bands are our first real loves. We grew up with posters of them on our walls and singing their songs. Yet, I have never

The Comeback Tour (credit: Leanne Dolan)

seen a tribute to them in novel form. To quote *NSYNC, I thought, “It’s gonna be me.” And it is. “Basically, I wrote the novel I want to read!” She said of Cailin, her protagonist, “It was important for me to show that although she had a positive attitude, she still struggled. She let a lot of herself go in her marriage and is on a mission to reclaim her life. Cailin is a strong female character

who, although she gets divorced, loses her job, and moves back home all at once (I drew this inspiration from my own life), remains positive. I also put in some other parts of myself, by making her straight-edge, because I feel so many romance novels involve drinking and I think we need to start representing other communities of women—like the young divorcees and the women who do not drink or do continued on page 2


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t. Therese Prayer Ministry offering a free Christmas concert featuring Dan Yates, a New York City Broadway professional singer on Tuesday, December 19th at 1:00 p.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Mountain Lakes, NJ. Dan has a magnificent voice and has been gifted with high performance capabilities. You don’t want to miss this special day and you will

leave with a faith filled spirit. And it will definitely put you in the Spirit of the Season. It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!! Dan will sing some wonderful hymns and share the story of some of its history. It’s a day you don’t want to miss!! Come join us to celebrate this blessed season!! Any questions, please call Carol Bsarany 973271-9252.

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continued from front page drugs.” Cailin’s love interest, Jax – and you have to love Speranza’s choice of character names! - suffers imposter syndrome from being in a boy band. Speranza said, “He is breaking out on a solo album and tour, determined to write his own songs and play guitar like a true musician. It was really fun to develop his personal journey and struggle to write a hit song.” If you want to experience more, read The Comeback Tour. For more information about Joelle Speranza and her work, visit www.joellesperanza.com.

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Speranza’s writing efforts are lovingly supported at home by her husband, Frank, son Luca, daughter Genevieve, and their three family dogs, Griff, Gracey, and Piper. “I hope that my children will watch me pursue my passions and create their own adventures in life, following things they love,” Speranza proudly said. “Both of my kids have already written and illustrated their own books, which I print just for them. My daughter is just like me and always on her laptop writing a story, and my son is just starting to get into reading and art. It is really fun to see we have this in common.”

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St. Clare’s Health Earns An ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group

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aint Clare’s Health, a member of Prime Healthcare, earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. “Earning an ‘A’ Grade means Saint Clare’ Health made a true commitment to put patients first,” said Leah Binder,

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president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “We congratulate the leadership, Board, clinicians, staff and volunteers that all had a role to play in this achievement.” According to Chief Executive Officer, Brian L. Ulery, “Patients can be assured that our entire Saint Clare’s Health team works diligently to deliver exceptional care to every patient. We are proud to have earned the highest level of recognition for many years.” The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program exclusively based on hospital prevention of medical errors, infections and injuries that kill more than

500 patients a day nationally. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually in the fall and spring. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare’s Health joins other Prime hospitals across the nation that have achieved award-winning accolades for clinical excellence. To see Saint Clare’s Health’s full grade details and to access patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org and follow The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook and via its newsletter.

Winter Break Options for College Students

inter is a busy time of year for college students. Come December, students are preparing for the holidays at the same time that they’re entering the final leg of the fall semester. Once grades are in, resident students head to their respective homes away from campus for a few weeks or more before the spring semester begins. The winter lull can be confusing for students and their families, both of whom have grown accustomed to new schedules and routines apart from one another. Students may find they have a lot of time on their hands over winter break. Once a few days of relaxation has passed, individuals

may be eager to get back into the action. These tips can help college students looking to stay busy. Winter courses Many colleges offer a winter session that takes place between the fall and spring semesters. During this time, students learn in an accelerated format, earning college credits during the intercession. Taking courses at this time affords some the ability to graduate sooner. However, drawbacks include burnout and missing out on spending time with family and friends during winter break. Employment Many college students find that

coursework and a competitive job environment on campus can make it challenging to work during the semester. That is why working during school breaks and banking as much money as possible tends to be a popular way to go. Students can utilize winter break to grab a temporary job back home or even around the campus when other students clear out. Winter internship Winter may be a time to explore paid or unpaid internships. The popular employment resource Indeed says benefits to internships include gaining valuable work experience, fulfilling college requirements, adding valuable content to a résumé, and

allowing students to explore their interests and career goals. There’s no limit to the number of internships a person can do, but time can get in the way. Winter may afford an opportunity to get an internship during a slow period. Travel Whether students take trips with their families or organize vacations with campus friends, travel is one way to decompress. A trip can provide relief from the pressures of study and make for a welcome change of pace. Winter can be a time of transition for college students. There are various ways they can stay busy during winter break.

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Denville First Responders are Ready to Celebrate the Holidays with the Community

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By Steve Sears t is holiday time in the Township of Denville, and the police and fire departments and EMS are not only continuing to protect and serve, but also go the extra yard from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. Chief Frank Perna of the Denville Police Department said, “We are lucky enough to have a town center, and we pay extra attention to our center during the holiday season.” Community policing is especially important in the township, and the Denville Police Department has a bureau just for community policing. Perna said, “Every day we try to interact with the community. During the holiday season, we try to put out information on how not to be frauded, and we put out information on traffic safety. Also, the PBA does a lot with picking a family and getting donations to families in need, and they step up and they get Christmas trees for families in need.” Rich Andes, who is President of the Denville Fire Department Association, said, “The Denville Volunteer Fire Department

comprises 75 dedicated firefighters and EMS members. As part of their ongoing commitment to the community, the department encourages Denville residents aged 16 and older to consider joining the ranks. Those interested can stop by the Main Street Firehouse at 2 Indian Road any Monday at 7:30 p.m. to request an application from the chief. Inquiries can also be directed to Denvillefdrecruitment@ gmail.com.” The Denville Fire Department helped begin spreading holiday cheer when they kicked off the festive season with the Downtown Denville Holiday Open House event on November 24th. The department was on standby for the event, ensuring the safety of the community, and maintained fire pit warming stations to keep attendees warm and cozy. Later in the month, the dedicated members of the Denville Fire Department Association and Ladies Auxiliary came together for a heartwarming initiative by preparing an impressive 3,000 stockings to be distributed on Christmas Eve. Andes said, “This thoughtful gesture continued on page 7

The Denville Fire Department takes part in Wreaths cross America. All photos credited to Denville Fire Department Association.

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Ready for the holidays. All photos credited to Denville Fire Department Association.

Denville First Responders... continued from page 6 reflects the department’s commitment to giving back to the community and spreading joy during the holiday season. One of the most anticipated moments of the season is Santa’s arrival, and the Denville Fire Department ensures it is a spectacle for all to enjoy. Santa will be escorted on a fire truck, visiting all the children of Denville, and bringing smiles to their faces. This festive tradition has become a highlight for families in the community.”

In addition to the holiday festivities, the Denville Fire Department maintains a longstanding tradition of honoring veterans. On December 16th, the department will participate in and donates to Wreaths Across America at the Denville Cemetery. Andes said, “Each veteran’s grave is adorned with a wreath, a solemn yet meaningful tribute to those who have served.” He then added, “The Denville Volunteer Fire Department wishes everyone a healthy, safe, and joyful holiday season.”

4 Fun Facts about the Month of December

ecember is arguably the most festive month of the year. The holiday season and all the gatherings with family and friends make the final month of the year a busy time. But a peek under the proverbial hood reveals that there’s more to December than the holiday season. 1. Armchair linguists might know that the Latin word “decem” means “ten,” which is a little curious given that December is the twelfth month of the year. So why isn’t December the tenth month of the year? Like other months on the modern calendar, including October and November, December once occupied a different place on the calendar, namely the Julian calendar that was used prior to the adoption of the Gregorian calendar. Back then, December was the tenth month on the calendar. Though its position changed when the Gregorian calendar was adopted, its name remained the same. 2. It’s easy to overlook in a month populated by holidays like Chanukah, Christmas and Kwanzaa, but the winter solstice is a significant day on the calendar as well. According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the 2023 winter solstice occurs on December 21 at 10:27 p.m. EST for the northern hemisphere. The winter solstice might not be sun worshippers’ favorite day

of the year, as it’s the day with the least amount of sunlight all year long. However, one positive to keep in mind is that, once the winter solstice occurs, each day thereafter experiences a gradual increase in daylight. That should give anyone yet another reason to celebrate in December. 3. December has historically been a month of firsts, particularly for women and politicians. On December 1, 1919, Lady Nancy Astor became the first woman to serve in the British House of Commons. Exactly 69 years later, Benazir Bhutto was nominated for the role of prime minister of Pakistan. Bhutto ultimately became the first woman to be elected as head of a democratic government in a Muslimmajority country. Political firsts in December are not limited to events involving women. A year after Bhutto was nominated, Russia’s Mikhail Gorbachev became the first Soviet Russian leader to visit the Vatican and meet the Pope. 4. January might be the month people most associate with efforts to change their fortunes, but the birthstone of December also is considered a symbol of good fortune. The Farmer’s Almanac notes that one of the birthstones of December is turquoise, which some believe is symbolic of good fortune and success.

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I Have a Little Dreidel the days leading up to Chanukah. “I Have a Little Dreidel” I have a little dreidel I made it out of clay And when it’s dry and ready Oh dreidel, I shall play Oh, dreidel, dreidel, dreidel I made you out of clay And when you’re dry and ready Oh Dreidel we shall play Oh, dreidel, dreidel, dreidel I made you out of wood

And when you are all ready I’ll play you when I could Oh, dreidel, dreidel, dreidel I made you out of glass And when you are all ready I’ll play you on the grass Oh, dreidel, dreidel, dreidel I made you out of gold And when you are all ready I’ll play you in the cold Lyrics courtesy of Chabad.org.

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Arthur Godfrey – Pilot and Showman

Godfrey’s DC-3 gad a very similar livery and this DC-3. (Photo Henry M. Holden)

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By Henry M. Holden rthur Morton Godfrey was born on August 31, 1903, in New York City. Because of harsh economic conditions, his family moved to Hasbrouck Heights at an early age. His parents were poor, and Godfrey dropped out of high school at 15 and worked as a baker’s delivery boy. Godfrey served in the United States Navy from 1920 to 1924 as a radio operator on a destroyer. He then returned home to care for the family after his father’s death. Godfrey learned to fly in 1929, while working on broadcast radio in the Washington, D.C., area. He was badly injured on his way to a flying lesson in 1931, when a truck lost its left front wheel and hit him head on. Godfrey spent months recuperating. Additional radio training came during Godfrey’s service in the Coast Guard from 1927 to 1930. He passed a stringent qualifying examination and was admitted to the prestigious Radio Materiel School at the Naval Research Laboratory, graduating in 1929. While in Baltimore, he appeared in a local talent show broadcast and became popular enough to land his own brief weekly radio program.

During World War II, he served as a reserve officer in the United States Navy in a public affairs role. As a reserve officer, he used his public position to persuade the Navy into qualifying him as a Naval Aviator. Later the United States Air Force, successfully recruited him into the Air Force Reserve. He made a television movie in 1953, taking control of an Eastern Air Lines Lockheed Constellation airliner and flying to Miami, showing how safe airline travel had become. He became a strong promoter of middleclass values and spent time with his middleclass fans vacationing in Hawaii and Miami Beach, Florida, former enclaves of the wealthy. In Hawaii, he helped raise funds for the “Coronation” carillon installed at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, in 1956. His continued unpaid promotion of Eastern Air Lines earned him the undying gratitude of Eddie Rickenbacker, the World War I flying ace who was the president of the airline. He was such a good friend of the airline that Rickenbacker took a retiring Douglas DC-3, fitted with an executive interior, reconditioned engines, continued on page 10

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continued from page 9 and presented it to Godfrey. On January 7, 1950, Godfrey was preparing to take off from Teterboro Airport (TEB) in his private DC-3. He requested a takeoff on runway 32 which was short but faced into the wind. At the end of the runway was that hill in Hasbrouck Heights. The tower refused his request and instructed him to use runway #1 although it had a strong crosswind. He complied, but he claimed that the windy conditions that day required him to turn immediately after takeoff. The fact is that he was upset with the tower because they would not give him the runway he requested. His actions caused him to buzz the tower, almost running into it. The four tower personnel scrambled for the stairway. When they had calmed down, they reported Godfrey to the FAA. Years later, the tower chief recalled what happened. “About halfway down the strip Godfrey flew at a low altitude veering over the waiting aircraft and headed for the control tower. “We could have counted the plane’s rivets as it roared over our heads,” said one controller. Asked if he was in trouble, Godfrey replied “That was a normal takeoff for Teterboro.” The tower chief wrote up a report to his superiors citing the incident, as a clear violation of the FAA rules. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said that Godfrey’s pilots license would be revoked if he couldn’t satisfactorily explain why he had buzzed the tower. Being familiar with TEB this author can say that Godfrey’s sharp turn over the aircraft waiting to takeoff was unwarranted and dangerous. Had it not been for two

powerful engines, and the skill of the pilot, the story would have had a different outcome. After a long battle with the FAA, Godfrey had his license suspended for six months. His fight with the FAA made him more popular than ever, and his TV and radio shows increased his popularity by the millions. For more than 30 years, Godfrey kept an assortment of airplanes at Teterboro and, at the peak of his popularity he commuted regularly between New Jersey and his farm in Virginia. In 1966, Godfrey participated in a record-setting flight around the world. He and Dick Merrill, Eastern Airlines, most celebrated captain, put together the logistics of the flight. With Fred Austin, a TWA captain and Karl Keller, Rockwell Standard Corporation, test pilot, they circled the globe in a Rockwell Jet Commander business aircraft. The 23,333-mile flight, included 20 refueling stops was made in 55 hours and 30 minutes flight time with an average speed of 423 mph. Because of his close friendship with the US Air Force, General Curtis LeMay, Godfrey became such a supporter of the Air Force that he resigned his commission as a commander in the Navy Reserve and accepted a retired commission in the Air Force Reserve. All through the 50s and the 60s he was allowed to fly in highly sophisticated Air Force aircraft. On the civilian side, he flew all generations of commercial aircraft up to the Boeing 747. In July 1974 he flew solo from New Jersey to Point Barrow, Alaska, and back 12,000 nautical miles in 62 hours. Although Godfrey had a passion for flight, he was also an in-demand showman. The first was a stage play with Ray

Bolger in Three to Make Ready. His next appearance was to play opposite Maureen O’Sullivan in Never Too Late, and on the summer circuit in Generations. In 1966, he appeared to co-star with Doris Day in the film Glass Botton Boat. During his 40-year career, Godfrey received Awards from military and civilian organizations for each flying achievement and for his promotion of flight and of flying during a period where the average citizen had a deep fear of airplanes. Although he lost his license for six months, the entertainer rebuked the FAA and Teterboro for years on both his daily radio programs and television show. At the time he was possibly the most popular entertainer in the United States. His license suspension set off a feud between Godfrey and the FAA that brought Teterboro to the attention of Godfrey’s 40-million listeners. Godfrey chastised the FAA and Teterboro for years on both his highly rated daily radio show, and television shows. Godfrey would constantly promote aviation to his audiences, private, commercial, and military. He would tell his listeners, “Everybody should learn to fly. If I can then it can’t be too hard. After all, if I could learn anyone can,” he chuckled. When Godfrey died on March 16, 1983, he left all his aviation awards and memorabilia to the New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum. Those trophies, plaques, and medals are on display in the museum today. In the end Godfrey said, “Despite a closet full of aviation trophies, the only feat which I will probably be remembered is allegedly buzzing the tower at Teterboro.”


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When One Door Closes...

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By Richard Mabey Jr. am writing this column on an early Tuesday morning, the seventh of November. This past Saturday was a tough day for me. I called all my dog walking clients and told them that I was giving up the dog walking business. I have a little over a dozen dog walking clients. I love caring for the many pups. In all so many ways, they are my best friends. My Cardiologist thought it be best for me to take a break from the demands of walking dogs. I often have to pick up the little puppers, to put them on a chair to put on their lead. There’s a lot more to it, than meets the eye. I started calling my many clients at about 10:00 in the morning. I did take time to eat lunch. But other than that, I was laser focused on the job at hand, letting my friends know that I would no longer be able to care for and walk their precious pups, when they went away to visit their kids in Squirrel Valley. I made my last telephone call at a little past two in the afternoon. After I hung up the phone, after talking with my last client, I cried. It was an emotionally painful moment in time. Walking dogs was a most wonderful thing. I truly loved the dogs whom I cared for, took walks with and fed them their meals. I was truly like an adopted uncle to them. I loved them all very much. And, I know the puppers loved me. As I await the final decision of my Cardiologist, as she gathers the data from the many, many cardiac tests and procedures that I endured in the past month or so, I realize that this is a time of reflection, of contemplation and of prayer.

Love is a most incredibly positive powerful force. It is the key that opens the door for miracles. It is the vehicle upon which will provide a means of travel to wonderful places, inwardly and outwardly. I have a thousand and one memories of cherished moments of caring for my array of four-legged, furry friends. But I have come to accept that God now has a new plan for me. I plan of devoting even more time to my writing. To focus my energies to seeing that my second book gets published, before I meet Saint Peter at Heaven’s Gate. And, to bring my YouTube Channel to a higher calling. If you are faced with a door closing in your life, please do not despair. You are here for a purpose. And, sometimes a purpose in life becomes complete. We cannot fully understand why a door closes, at the time it closes, but for the most part, there is a reason. For life is truly a series of chapters that have their own distinct purpose and calling. When a door in life closes, it is usually emotionally painful. There is a time and a place to mourn the closing of a door in life. But we absolutely must pick ourselves up, brush the emotional dust off, and move forward in life. To march bravely for a new purpose in life. Love, love, love the people in your life. Give of yourself, your talents and a percentage of your income to help others. We are not islands in the stream, destined to live alone. Each and every one of us, has been put upon this earth with a purpose and a calling to serve others. We all have different talents, different strengths, different weaknesses to overcome. Forgive, forgive and forgive. Then forgive again.

Yours truly with one of my beloved friends.

God loves you more than you will ever know. Pray to come to realize God’s immense love, on some level. Love one another. For love is the key that opens the door to amazing miracles. Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” Richard most recently published a book of poetry and short stories. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail.com.

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Ricciardi Brothers – Developing Workplace Readiness Skills

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By Henry M. Holden he Calais School of Whippany opened in 1970, and there are about one hundred students currently enrolled in the school. The Calais School is a state-approved, nonprofit, private special education school in North Jersey serving students in grades K through 12 Plus who have multiple learning disabilities as well as anxiety, mood, behavior, and autism spectrum disorders. Many students with special needs find success with Calais’ 12 Plus a Program as it helps to bridge the gap between high school, college, and career,” said Ashley Soleau, Communications Director at the Calais School. “Our 12 Plus Program is designed to prepare students ages 18-21 for the next step in their lives in a safe and encouraging environment. The home district where the student comes from is generally not able to deal with the special needs of the student who will subsequently be placed in the Calais School.” The Calais School recently announced a renewal of the partnership with the Ricciardi Brothers of Morristown. Ricciardi Brothers is a family-owned retail establishment

“They are on an unpaid internship that will give them a variety of work experiences. “The students are really learning about work-readiness. Do they understand what their role is as an employee and how they will interact with people? We will explain how to manage the expectations of their manager and succeed

with their interactions with other students and coworkers.” Riccardi may have a slightly different environment in the student’s experience. The Riccardi Brothers customers are looking for professional advice on a paint color or a product. That will give them a variety of work experience. In general, the WBL is

an educational strategy that provides students with real-life work experiences where they can apply academic or technical skills and develop their employability. It is a series of educational courses which integrate the school or university curriculum with the workplace to create a different learning paradigm where there is continued on page 15

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Ricciardi Brothers... continued from page 14 the intersection of explicit and tacit forms of knowing. Work-based learning encompasses unpaid internships, apprenticeships, work placement, and informal learning on the job. The key driver is the need for active policies to secure learning that meets the needs of the workplace. WBL internships at local businesses such as Ricciardi Brothers help students build their resumes, explore career paths, and develop workplace readiness skills. In early 2023, a small group of Calais students began their internship at the Morristown location of Riccardi Brothers Paints under the watchful eyes of their supervisor Victor Zywicki. “The Calais School students get an inside look at the retail paint and decorating industry while participating in a variety of activities,” said Zywicki. “In a typical week, students are exposed to inventory management strategies, supply stocking techniques, and breaking down equipment at the end of their shift.” The Ricciardi Brothers’ staff were thoughtful and engaging with the student interns and even taught them about the artform of paint mixing. “The students have commented on how welcoming and appreciated the employees and customers made them feel,” said Zywici. This on-site experience has also allowed student interns the opportunity to continue developing a diverse range of invaluable transferable skills in customer service,

communication, time and inventory management, problem solving, and mindfulness. “As far as them coming here, they do a great job,” said Zywicki. “They ’re very enthusiastic. They are nice people, and I am happy to have them here and helping us out. “It’s gotten to the point where we look forward to Tuesday and Thursday which are the days they come. “The whole experience working with the Calais students has been positive,” said Zywicki, “Calais students really learned their jobs well and they were always so polite and pleasant to work with. We were so pleased with the students; we looked forward to working again with the Calais school.” The Calais School’s Work Based Learning (WBL) program with local businesses has grown into a robust offering of hands-on training in a variety of industries including childcare, nonprofit, fashion retail, food retail, information services, healthcare, and pharmacy services. This partnership with Ricciardi Brothers enriches the student experience by adding the retail paint and decorating industry to their resumes. “We have renewed the contract, and we’re currently doing it two days a week. We have four students, two on Tuesday and two on Thursday. “I think they are getting used to a work atmosphere. They do retail work, they help us keep the store clean, and stock the shelves. We have color cards here that we use

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High School Senior Writes Book to Help Victims of Abuse

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By Evan Wechman igh School Senior Charlotte Varela Gajewski loved reading as a child. Her parents would try to read with her nightly, hoping it would pay off years later. Now, as she is preparing for college next year, the whole family realizes the gift reading can be. Gajewski, who also credits her terrific teachers for developing her creative writing skills, is awaiting the 2024 release of her children’s book titled, “I See You-aTrue Tale of Two Bunnies.” The book was not written for fame or money, but to help children cope with trauma. The young author has been volunteering for the last five years at Deirdre’s House, a non-profit organization in Morristown. They provide essential services to children victimized by abuse. Gajeski is donating copies of her book with the proceeds from the sales going right back to help the children. Gajewski has been assisting with their annual galas and pitching in wherever she could, but had a yearning to do more. “Seeing how much Deirdre’s House helps children, I wanted to think of something that I could do to have an impact and help. I wanted to give the children something to brighten their day and ease some of the discomfort during difficult times,” she says. The book is a story of two bunnies living completely different lives but creating a strong bond because they see all the beautiful qualities in each other. It’s inspired by the author’s childhood where she cared for bunnies and other animals. She wants to pass on these lessons she learned as a kid to children who genuinely need positivity and trust in

their lives. “I hope to teach children that regardless of their life circumstances they have to be positive, look on the bright side, and be a good friend. I feel that parents, caretakers, educators, and clinicians can use the bunnies to teach this life lesson to children for their specific situation.” This endearing story will be read by the staff at Deirdre’s House with the children. Though the book hasn’t been officially released yet, Gajewski has generously shared advance copies with the children and has even signed a few copies for them as well. “I know the impact and joy a book can bring,” Gajewski says. She hopes to write books in the future to inspire young readers, while also trying to find more solutions for children at college. This has excited the Executive Director of the house, Maria Vinci-Savettiere, Esq. She gave up the profits and accolades of practicing corporate law to fulfill her life’s mission of helping child victims. Her passion is shared by the author and the director is amazed. She explains Deirdre’s House is the primary center in Morris County which assists child victims. It is through the work and sensitivity of people like Gajewski that they can touch so many lives. “For us (the organization) the impact of a child helping another child is huge. This is not another book, but something a child wrote to help other children feel better,” she says. The book will be available in early 2024 on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other retailers.

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Chester’s Publick House Reopens To Rich History

n nearly 200 years of history, the Publick House has been an inn, a school, a stagecoach stop and the scene of more than a few paranormal events. In 1810, the Publick House at 111 Main St., was known as the Brick Tavern, and was a well-known stagecoach stop for those traveling on the Washington Turnpike from Morristown to Phillipsburg. Almost two centuries later, the preserved 35,000 square foot building reopened in 2010, in the form of a restaurant/bar and gelato café. The renovations included 10 suites, located above the restaurant. The building had been closed for renovations since it was sold and purchased in March by Joseph and Bart Lubrano of Randolph Township. The Publick House’s denoted Zephaniah Drake, a proprietor of the first line of stagecoaches, built the original Publick House, known as the Brick Hotel or Brick Tavern, in 1810, according to the Chester Historical Society website. Travelers going from New Jersey to Pennsylvania made frequent stops at the inn to eat or rest before their long journeys. In 1854, educator, William Rankin, added two wings and turned the tavern into the Chester Institute, a classical college preparatory school. Since then, the building has been maintained and run by a variety of owners and was

registered in 1976 under the National Historic Registry as a “historic American building.” The Publick House has served as a “publick” gathering spot once again in the heart of the Chester community, where memories and many tales indeed have been made. Aging and time took a toll on the building and forced its recent closing. Many anticipated a preservation and reopening and great strides have been made to do so, as it approached its bicentennial in the year 2010. This landmark building continued to undergo gradual renovations in order to preserve the inn and to return it to the community it has served for so long. Haunted ‘House’ Stories of hauntings and ghosts have also become part of the restaurant’s alluring history. There have been many rumors, such as pots and pans “flying across the kitchen” and guests’ baggage mysteriously changing rooms, that have been told about the Publick House. Assemblyman Guy Gregg, who owned the inn from 1983 to 2003, said that in his time at the restaurant, many guests spoke of supernatural experiences. “There is a history behind the Publick House,” Gregg said. Gregg’s wife, Linda, also said many guests would tell her that although they closed and locked their doors at nights, they would wake up and find them open.

“Many guests complained about the same thing and some also said they would hear voices during the night.” The Greggs both said that the building, which has a lot of catacombs and secret passageways, has an energy and a feeling to it, which is beyond explanation. “Sometimes we’d be sitting around and a coldness would come over us,” Mrs. Gregg said. “And then, in an instant, it would be gone.” Mrs. Gregg said the building is certainly filled with paranormal activity, which even naysayers

have recognized. Neither the then owners nor their employees would talk about the alleged ghosts. “I’m sure the spirits are not here to harm us.” Mrs. Gregg said. The Restored Bar, that sits in the lounge area of the Publick House has been completely restored to its original state. Even the mirror behind the assortment of liquors and wines are original, dating back to the 1800’s. Also restored is a working fireplace, as well as continued on page 18


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Chester’s Publick House... continued from page 17 the porch, which facilitates outdoor dining. In 2020, the restaurant and hotel were closed due to Covid, and sat vacant until June 2023 when Restaurant Village Hospitality Group, owned and operated by Steve and Andrea Bussel, purchased and reopened it as PH Steakhouse and the new Publick House Hotel. After extensive renovations, it finally reopened on September 28, Celebrating 50 Years

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A Christmas Story: The Sacrifice

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By Richard Mabey Jr. t was in early December of 1967, when I was 14 years old and in my freshman year at Boonton High School, that I was to learn just how much Grandpa Mabey loved Grandma Mabey. For the love did shine, from Grandpa’s heart, not by words, but by true sacrifice. It was in the dawn of the Summer of 1964, when I was 10 years old and had just completed the fifth grade, that Grandma and Grandpa moved in with us at the old Mabey Homestead. This was the very home that Grandpa’s father, William Mabey, had built in 1895. Right behind the old Mabey Homestead, once stood a big garage. It was there that Grandpa stored his old Indian motorcycle. My grandfather, Watson Mabey, had always told me that he had bought the motorcycle, with his brother Earl, during the Fall of 1916. This was just before the United States became involved in the First World War. Grandpa always kept the old Indian motorcycle stored in the northwest corner of our old garage. This was the side of the garage that was closest to Mabey Lane. Grandpa kept a piece of heavy canvas over his old motorcycle. It was on an early Saturday morning, in early December, that I helped Grandpa remove the heavy canvas from Grandpa’s pride and joy motorcycle. I remember that there was a window that looked out to Earl’s Meadow, the back acre that was to be the site of Grandpa’s brothers home, for when he returned from World War I. Sadly, Earl was killed in battle, in France. After we removed the old canvas tarp, Grandpa stared out to Earl’s Meadow. “My brother and I used to pick apples from that old apple tree, when were boys about your age. We’d put them all in

a big wooden basket and my mom would bake a couple of apple pies,” Grandpa shared with me, with a bit of a tear in his eye. “Fred Belmont’s going to stop by this morning. I’m going to sell him this old motorcycle,” Grandpa said to me, in a most solemn and reflective voice. I didn’t know quite what to say. I knew how much the old Indian motorcycle meant to Grandpa. It was all so representative of the bond that he had with his late brother, Earl. “I saw a gold necklace in the jewelry store in town. I’ve thought long and hard about it. I’m going to buy that gold necklace for your grandmother. I’ll have the money when I sell my old motorcycle to Old Man Belmont,” Grandpa quietly told me. It was about an hour later that Fred Belmont showed up to buy Grandpa’s cherished Indian motorcycle. I helped my dad load up Grandpa’s motorcycle onto Fred’s pickup truck. As Fred drove off our driveway and up Mabey Lane, Grandpa did his best to hold back the tears. But, despite his best efforts, tears ran down Grandpa’s old cheeks. After lunch, Dad, Grandpa and I drove down to the jewelry store on Main Street in Lincoln Park. It was located just to the right hand side of Moe’s Sweet Shop. Grandpa smiled from ear to ear, as he paid for the beautiful golden necklace. Life is short. Sometimes we have to make sacrifices for the people we love. The Christmas of 1967 was to be Grandpa’s last Christmas, on this side of Heaven’s Gate. I think that deep inside his heart, Grandpa knew it was going to be his last Christmas. My grandmother, Bertha Storms Mabey, cherished the beautiful golden necklace till the day the good Lord called

Grandma and Grandpa, in their youthful days, on the old Indian motorcycle.

her Home, on the fifth of January of 1989. I don’t think a day has gone by that I haven’t thought about my paternal grandparents. I remember Grandpa’s crooked smile and the twinkle in his eye. I can still see Grandma peeling apples to bake an apple pie. In memory, I return to the old Mabey Homestead. I can still hear the echo of Grandpa’s infectious laugh. I can still hear the resonance of Grandma’s sweet voice, telling stories of her Irish heritage. Love the people in your life. Forgive, forgive, forgive. Cherish every moment. Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He hosts a YouTube Channel titled, “Richard Mabey Presents.” Richard most recently published a book of poetry and short stories. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail.com.

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Newark Academy Graduate Makes Big Splash in Debut Novel

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By Evan Wechman en Purkert recently had his debut novel The Men Can’t Be Saved published by the major New York publishing house, Abrams Publishing and is already receiving lots of attention. Though Purkert reached wide acclaim in 2018 when he published a collection of his poems in For the Love of Endings, critics and fans both believe he has made a tough but successful transition. His name might not be known throughout the United States yet, but doors are starting to open for him. He has recently garnered great reviews from The Washington Post and Kirkus Reviews. He is also starting to attract a following in the North Jersey area since he graduated high school at Newark Academy in Livingston. Though Purkert was always fascinated by words and poems, the education he received there was profound. He remembers fondly his teacher, Betsy LaPadula and her passion for writing. “She made me fall in love with English Literature, but especially with poetry. It just felt like poetry, especially was the place to go for anyone obsessed with words. And I love language more than anything, so she had a huge impact on me and the trajectory of my life and career, Purkert says. Though the author was initially passionate about poetry, he continued to write short stories and study fiction while attending Harvard University. After his collection of poems was published, many might have assumed this would be his favored track. However, Purkert was fascinated by writers who had switched styles and wanted to craft fiction as well. Though he had some doubts as to whether it would be

a success, the young author worked for about ten years to make sure the book would be a success. “My background is as a poet. I didn’t know how to write a novel or book of this size other than to just labor over every sentence and to try to care as much about every word in the novel as I care about every word in a poem.” Though the book’s success has been felt among both casual readers and literary pundits, the meaning of the book has people chatting. The main character Seth is a witty but arrogant copywriter who often jeopardizes himself and others due to his inflated ego. According to Purkert, some readers see it as a comedy while others see it as a cautionary tale about narcissists. Either way, the author is satisfied leaving the book’s message open to be interpreted by the reader. Even the title The Men Can’t Be Saved has been interpreted differently by his following as well. According to Purkert though the title came towards the end and was not the initial working title. “All of the book is sort of leading to that question, is Seth going to redeem himself or not,” he says. Either way, the change from poetry to fiction has worked out and Purkert admits that part of being an artist is taking chances and crossing boundaries. According to him, “experiments across genres is sort of an artist making art in the highest sense because they’re taking a big experiment, they’re making a big leap.” Many of his readers are now wondering what is next for the young author. Since he has successfully published both poems and novels, there is again a small debate over what

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