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By J.L. Shively he West Orange High School Mountaineers Marching Band began planning their season in Jan. with an official kick-off in Aug. when the whole band went to camp. Over the summer, band members committed to rehearsing once a week and when school started they ramped up to holding practice on Tues. and Thurs. throughout the fall. “Once the school year started we performed our field show at all home varsity football games,” states Lewis Kelly, band director. The team also geared up for the National Championships with eight other competitions that were held throughout the fall. All of the band’s hard work and practice was leading up to a large performance held at J. Birney Crum Stadium in Allentown, Pa., on Sun., Nov. 6. With around 100 mem-

bers and about 25 graduating seniors, this moment was a huge moment in the high school career of West Orange Marching Band members. The band’s field show was titled “Defying Gravity” and featured the pieces, “To Tame the Perilous Skies” by David Holsinger, “Diamonds” as performed by Rihanna and “Defying Gravity” from the musical

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“Wicked,” explains Kelly. After their performance at the championships, the Mountaineers came home as USBands Group 5A National Champions. “They were very excited,” states Kelly, regarding the band’s performance and its placement. According to the West Orange Public Schools website the Marching Mountaineers placed with

the outstanding score of 96.693 and also received “top honors for best music, best visual, best overall effect and best percussion.” The National Championships held by the USBands organization is, according to the website, “the largest competitive circuit in the nation.” Kelly has been the band director with West Orange continued on page 2

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West Orange Scholarship Fund Receives Donation From Supermarket revenues on WOSF Day in September,” said Rizzolo. “We’re very appreciative of our West Orange neighbor for the services they provide our community and for their support

of our graduating seniors,” he said. The scholarship money will be awarded to students interested in the culinary and environmental fields.

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est Orange Whole Foods Supermarket presented the West Orange Scholarship Fund with a $3,987.18 check on Nov. 1 following the “5 Percent Fundraiser” held at the store on Sept. 21. The WOSF partnered with Whole Foods on Sept. 21 and five percent of the

total sales of the day went to the fund. WOSF President Rich Rizzolo and Treasurer Jim Quinn received the check from store manager Scott Earl and Executive Coordinator Rich Goss. “Whole Foods has joined our great group of community scholarship supporters by donating five percent of their net

continued from front page High School for 17 years and has proudly watched bands march through the school winning many other titles. “The band has also won numerous state championships in the past,” says Kelly. Before USBands named the event to be “National Championships” it was called “All-States Championships” and Kelly and his marching band won that award then. “We travel to National Championships when it works in our schedule,” explains Kelly, and with so many members it certainly is a trip that needs much coordination. After coming home National Champions Kelly reflects on the bands season. “It’s a great thing for this year’s band,

but all of our groups have a long tradition of excellence,” he says. “The marching band, color guard, drum line, concert bands and jazz bands all are terrific every year. This year the band was recognized for it, it was a very cool thing.” The marching band’s season is done but it is not the end of music at West Orange High School; all the other groups such as the jazz band and concert band have performances coming up soon. “I thought the band did a terrific job this year,” he says. “They worked hard all season and really won a well-deserved honor.” For more information about USBand competitions visit the website at https:// yea.org.

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an Bistro has announced the Grand Opening of its second restaurant. Conveniently located in the stylish Courtyard on Town Center Way in Livingston, the beautiful décor will amaze guests. The owners are committed to providing the same delectable dining experience that their customers have come to expect. With two generations of restaurant and culinary experience, Kevin and Lena Liu are proud not only of their safeguarded family recipes and expertise, but also of the hard earned relationships with New York and New Jersey’s finest supplies. The extensive Asian menu features numerous dishes, some old time favorites, plus many unique gourmet items to tantalize the palette. There are selections including Chinese, Japanese and Thai. See the complete menu and order on line at ww w.fanbistro.com.

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Community Shows Generosity In Food Drive

n Nov. 21, the Mountain Top League held its fourth Annual Food Drive to benefit the Holy Trinity Food Pantry and once again the community of West Orange came through in a big way. Many thanks goes out to everyone who helped make this happen and to the community for their generosity! In just more than two hours the community donated more than 50 grocery bags filled with 49 turkeys, 10 chickens and meatless lasagnas, 150 frozen burgers, 32 packets of frozen hot dogs and more than 125 various canned goods. Additionally, the MTL Hockey program will donate 210 pairs of socks that were collected at the charity hockey game that took pace earlier in the year. “This is an amazing community and I couldn’t be more happy to be part of it,” said MTL Hockey Trustee and parent Alexandra DeRonde. “The MTL House was the place to be tonight. We had people coming and going literally all night dropping off their donations, hanging out, and meeting new friends and neighbors. It was a great night.” The MTL Executive Board and MTL Hockey Trustees send their thanks and gratitude to everyone in the community for their support and donations.

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shering in the holiday season in festive and grand style, the renowned Hanover Wind Symphony will present an uplifting concert of Christmas music on Sun., Dec. 11, at 3 p.m., at Our Lady of Mercy R.C. Church (OLM), in Whippany. The celebrated wind band will perform traditional plus new and exciting arrangements of Christmas favorites. Matthew Paterno of Parsippany, Hanover Wind Symphony music director and conductor, says, “This is always

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With Winter Settling, Tips Prepare For Any Storm having a day or more off from school, for adults winter weather means a sometimes-chaotic commute to or from work, or the stress of preparing for the storm. The Morris County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has put together a preparedness list of winter weather tips. Before the storm hits, prepare the home. Create a checklist. Include flashlights, fresh batteries, a first aid kit, enough prescription medications to last a week, food that doesn’t need heating, a battery-operated radio, and cellphones with extra chargers. In addition to medication, have a supply of one gallon of water, per person, for a maximum of three days. Don’t forget the four-legged family members. Make sure they have

By Henry M. Holden n recent years, some of the most damaging storms strike long before the first day of winter. Think Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. And the crippling snowstorms in the waning days of winter such as March 12-14, 1993 when a Category five snowstorm which was dubbed the “Storm of the Century. Snow blanketed more than half of New Jersey, with 20 to 30 inches in the far northern sections of the state. The National Weather Service reported the January 2016 blizzard dumped 33 inches in Morris Plains. Whether it’s a snowstorm or a hurricane, being prepared to deal with the storm safely both before, during and its aftermath is strongly suggested. While the kids may love

four or five days of food and water. OEM Director Jeff Paul said when temperatures go below freezing, 32 degrees, snow and ice are a real possibility. One of the most important things to do especially for the elderly and those with health issues is to stay inside. This includes pets. Paul says to avoid charcoal-burning devices, kerosene and other space heaters. These devices produce carbon monoxide, a silent killer that can happen without any obvious symptoms. For those using these heaters, make sure to have carbon monoxide alarms installed in the home; one near the furnace, one near the bedrooms and one in the rooms with a space heater. Replace the batteries in them at least once a

year. Pick the same day every year, say Halloween. Stay warm by wearing layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothes. If a power outage lasts overnight or into the later hours, use extra blankets and close all doors to seal the heat into one area of the home. Prevent freezing pipes. Freezing temperatures can cause major issues to the pipes in a home. Keep cabinet doors open to allow heat to get to uninsulated pipes under sinks and appliances on exterior walls. Everyone in the household should know how to shut off the water valves; if a pipe does burst, this could save a lot of money in the long run. Any outside faucets should have an inside drain function to drain the water

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ssex County residents have been invited to participate in the 2016 Sustainable Homes and Habitats Gingerbread Contest at the Essex County Environmental Center in Roseland. The contest is free with all entries that will be on display from Wed., Dec. 7 through Fri., Dec. 16, Mon. to Fri., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sat., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the environmental center. An awards ceremony is set to be held Sat., Dec. 17, at 9:30 a.m., also at the environmental center. “Our Sustainable Homes and Habitats Gingerbread Contest is a wonderful event that incorporates our mission to raise awareness about nature with a holiday theme,” says Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. “This hands-on, family-oriented project lets people of all ages learn about the environment in a fun way. I am amazed at the creativeness and ingenuity of the entries each winter and look forward to another great contest.” The public has been invited to participate in four categories: Individual Child

Category for children ages 14 or younger who work independently on all aspects of their entry; Group/Family Category for children 14 and younger who work as a group or have adult assistance on any aspect of their entry. A maximum of five people can work on one entry; Adult Non-Professional Category for individuals or groups of people with no more than five people per group, ages 15 and older who are students of the culinary arts or are not professional chefs; and Adult Professional Category for individuals or groups of people ages 15 and older who are professional chefs or are working in the culinary arts. Entries will be judged on guideline adherence, creative use of a nature theme, used of green building design techniques and skill in decoration. Ribbons and prizes will be awarded in all categories. The decisions of the judges are final. For more information, call the Essex County Environmental Center at 973-2288776 or visit www.essexcountynj.org.

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That means the amount they owe on their homes must be less than the value of the home. Before applying for a HELOC, homeowners should know that just because they were approved for a mortgage does not mean they will be approved for a HELOC. Lenders will examine many of the same variables, including credit score, monthly income and employment history, when weighing whether or not to approve a HELOC. Homeowners whose employment situations have changed or whose credit scores have dipped may want to wait to apply for a HELOC until they can make their applications more attractive.

Prepare For Any Storm... continued from page 8 the storm and wind up freezing to death. There will be road crews out even before the snows stop. Paul’s team also suggests taking the car for a full inspection. For example, have the tires checked. If tire treads are slowly wearing away, paying the price for new tires will be better than replacing a vehicle after an accident. Common replacements before winter should include windshield wipers, oil, fluids and air filters. Keep a shovel, snow melt and an ice scraper in the vehicle as ice can be unpredictable. Keep a bag of kitty litter in the

trunk for traction; sprinkling it underneath the tires can make them stop spinning. Blackouts and brownouts. Partial or full power outages during major storm events are expected. “Keep cash on hand,” said Paul, “because banks and ATM machines depend on electricity to serve their purpose.” Avoid opening the refrigerator or freezer as much as possible. Make sure to have an emergency power supply for anyone who needs power for medical equipment. Preparing a home and vehicle for the coming winter will not keep the snow away, but it will make a much safer winter.

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ne visit will show why NailSplash is so special. Its goal is to make the experience so positive that the customer will continue to utilize their services. From the moment an appointment is made until the completion of services, customers are pampered by their experienced and caring technicians in a very relaxing and beautiful facility. NailSplash is a unique experience with its brand new state-of-the art equipment. Services are offered for women, men, teens and children. Little princess manicures are offered for ages eight years and younger. For manicures there are special air filters at each table. The spa has a purifying water filtration systems for its water. Tools, like disposable files, are used only once. They have a medical grade sterilizer which is for the tools that are not disposable. These tools are used for one client and then sterilized. The nail dryers are all led lights to protect the skin from UV lights.

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Zoo Features Holiday Lights Spectacular Through Season

pend part of the holiday season at the 10th Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. Free admission is being offered at The Holiday Lights Spectacular, which will be held daily through Jan. 3 at Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex Essex County Turtle Back Zoo in West Orange. The Holiday Lights Spectacular will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25. About 50 animal and holiday-themed figures will light up the winter night in Turtle Back Zoo and the surrounding Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex. More than 100,000 lights will illuminate figures of bears, tigers and elephants, along with holiday lights designed to look like wooden soldiers, stars and winter scenes. Several animal exhibits will be open, including the Sea Lion Sound, Essex Farm, Tam-ring Gibbons Reserve, Tropical Currents Aquarium and the Reptile Build-

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ing. Myrtle the Turtle, the mascot of Turtle Back Zoo, and several of his winter friends will be on hand to greet visitors at the Zoo. Admission is free. The Zoo is collecting non-perishable food items; new, unwrapped toys; and new or gently used winter coats. Items will be donated to several organizations that provide assistance to the needy. Last year, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, about 25 tons of non-perishable food, 15,480 toys and 6,280 winter coats were collected for the less fortunate. The Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular is sponsored by PSE&G, Covanta Energy, the Zoological Society of New Jersey and the Essex County Parks Foundation. Hot chocolate and other refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, call Essex County Turtle Back Zoo at 973-731-5800 or visit www.essexcountynj.org.

Take A Candlelit Tour Of Historic Castle This Holiday Season

ake a Holiday Candlelight Tour of Essex County Kip’s Castle to view the stained glass Tiffany windows and learn the history of this hidden gem. Tours are at 7 p.m. on Tues., Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27; Thur., Dec. 8, 15, 22, 29; Sat., Dec.10 and 17 at the Essex County Kip’s Castle Park in Verona. “Essex County Kip’s Castle Park is a unique historical treasure that gives us a glimpse of our county’s unique past,” said Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. “We invite you to visit this holiday season and learn about the history of the Tiffany Windows that are found throughout the Castle.” Admission is $8 and includes coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Registration is required and can be done by calling 973433-7469. Space is limited and is on a first

come, first served basis. Visitors should meet at the front door of the castle building for the beginning of the tour. Please note that not all areas of the tour are handicapped accessible. Essex County preserved the castle and 11-acres of property in 2007 using grants from the New Jersey Green Acres Program and the Essex County Recreation and Open Space Trust Fund. Since the 30-room medieval-style castle, carriage house and 11acre property were added as the 18th park in the historic Essex County Park System, the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs has hosted a variety of free community events at the site. In addition, the castle is the headquarters for the Essex County Division of Cultural and Historic Affairs.

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