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While it was an extremely cold day for the 2017 West Hudson United Irish Associations’ St. Patrick’s Day Parade, it hardly dampened the spirits of the marchers. Clockwise from top, the St. Columcille Pipe Band was, as usual, the ﬁrst group of pipers. Next, David Bradow, of Kearny, marched with his beautiful daughter, Audrey, and his ﬁance Eyleen Orbe. And lastly, we weren’t able to get this guy’s name — but we’re absolutely certain he had a great time marching ... and drinking the lemonade that was in his red cup. See more photos on Page 14.

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By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – tarting this fall, the Kearny Board of Education will be starting an in-house “half-day integrated program for 3-year-olds” out of Garfield School on Belgrove Drive. In conceptual terms at least, this offering sounds like the Kearny High School Nursery School’s PreK-3 child development program that has been operating for years, although there are key differences. For one thing, there will be tuition attached to part of the new program whereas the nursery setup is free; for another, the new program will be five days a week versus three days at the nursery; and thirdly, regular teachers will be assigned to the new program while high school students are deployed at the nursery. Kelly Lindenfelser, the district’s director of special services, offered this explanation: “The basic difference with both of these exceptional programs are that they operate on different schedules. “The Integrated Pre-School will run on the approved school calendar with a cost attached for general- education students. The KHS Nursery School (led by Debbie Comer) runs on its own schedule without cost to families.” A common denominator is that both offer parents an alternative to sending their children to a privately operated preschool facility off the public school campus. Lindenfelser said the new program would accommodate a total of 36 youngsters – half of those “general education”

felser said, because the school had the only self-contained classroom with an age-appropriate bathroom currently available within the district. Lindenfelser said the space at Garfield has been inspected and approved for use by a special services supervisor from the Hudson County Executive Superintendent of Schools Office. Parents may register their children for the program on Tuesday, March 28, and Wednesday, March 29, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the KBOE office, Midland Photo courtesy Kelly Lindenfelser Ave. and Elm St. Parents are asked to use the Elm St. The new in-district integrated program for Kearny 3-year-olds will be housed entrance. in a Garﬁeld School classroom similar to this existing Pre-K-4 space. Enrollment will be firstand half “special needs” – vid Saenz said Kearny can come, first-served. who will have attained the use state funding for 3- and Registration forms may be age of 3 on or before Oct. 1. 4-year-olds, “but the DOE downloaded from the KBOE Application forms note that does not require it.” Curwebsite: www.kearnyschools. parents can specify whether rently, about one-quarter of com. A KBOE secretary and they prefer a morning or non-Abbott districts “choose school nurse will be available afternoon session for their to offer preschool to some to assist with the application children. Each session runs portion of their 3-year-olds.” process. two and a half hours. One full-time teacher and Parents whose children There will be slots for nine one classroom aide will be have been accepted into the general ed and nine special assigned to each class, she program will be notified by ed students for the morning said. “We haven’t yet decided letters to be sent home the class and the same arrangeif it’s going to be an internal week of July 3. For more inment will apply for the after- transfer [of staff] or new formation, parents are invited noon class, Lindenfelser said. hires. We’re still working on a to call the KBOE’s Special Parents of general-edubudget and that will have play Services Department at 201cation kids only must pay a in our calculations.” 955-5082. monthly tuition of $200 for 10 What officials have deterJudy Hyde, president of months. The school district mined at this point, according the Town-Wide PTA, hailed will assume the cost for the to Lindenfelser, is that, “there the new development and special-needs children. will be no additional cost predicted that, “parents will Asked what prompted the to the district to offer this respond very well” to regisKBOE to make the program program [because] the tuition ter. “I posted something on available, Lindenfelser said saved from the [privately-run] Facebook about it and people that under the law, special provider Pre-K programs and are jumping at it,” Hyde said. needs students, starting at the tuition from the general Hyde said she likes the age 3, “are entitled to educaeducation students will cover idea because, “the sooner we tional services and we were all costs.” get children used to a school contracting out those services The district will provide environment, the better.” It [through local providers].” transportation to and from seems to be working that way Now, she said, the board Garfield School only for the for the high school nursery will be providing those serspecial needs children, she program, she said, addvices “in-house.” said. State Department of Garfield was chosen to Education spokesman Dahouse the program, Lindensee PRE-K page

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KEARNY – lingering environmental sore point that has shut down a municipal storage space is now being addressed by Kearny. A couple of years ago, a torrential soaking of Kearny and the surrounding area deposited two feet of water in the basement of the Town Hall Annex. Public Works Director Gerry Kerr recalled that the storm and subsequent flooding knocked out power to the sump pump in the annex’s lower level. Sometime after the water receded, town employees who used the basement for storage of municipal records detected a peculiar odor down there. Suspecting it was from mold – (the state Department of Health says “mold spores need water to grow [and] in most instances, mold problems occur when there is excess water”) – Town Administrator/Construction Code Official Michael Martello brought in a testing firm which confirmed that the ooze was, indeed, mold. That was in February 2015, Mayor Alberto Santos recalled, at which point, he said, “we immediately closed the Annex basement and limited access as instructed by the testing group.” In fact, he added, “any person going to the basement has to wear a mask.” Santos said: “The testing group also indicated that [the mold condition] should be remediated but that no health hazard was presented to persons on the [Annex’s] main floor. The Annex basement has not been used as a work/ office space and the general public has never had access to the Annex basement. It has been used for storage only.” And, since that time, that’s where the matter stood – until

recently. Kerr said the town has engaged the services of ServPro, a Tennessee-based firm that operates nationwide, providing “residential and commercial restoration services,” including mold remediation. He said his department has issued a purchase order in the amount of $8,257 for the cleanup work. ServPro has a regional office in Bloomfield. “We had to get multiple prices [from various vendors] before we could hire someone,” Kerr said. And, before the contractor could start the job, Kerr said personnel “boxed up those records that could be salvaged and wiped down filing cabinets” to clean them of any possible traces of mold. John Peneda, administrator of the town’s Urban Enterprise Zone program, said he had identified all UEZ records that could be retained. Peneda said he believed that records from the town’s personnel, construction and recreation offices were also kept in the basement space. Kerr said the contractor “bagged what couldn’t be saved” for proper disposal at a state-approved facility. Santos said that to his knowledge, all municipal documents “are salvageable” and that “other items that were stored in the basement of no or minimal value will be discarded.” Once the remediation process is completed, the air in the Annex will be tested to ensure that the space is clear and safe, Kerr said. According to the mayor, “funding to do the remediation and document cleaning has been bonded for.” “Part of the delay [in getting the work attended to] was the funding and [price] quoting process,” the mayor said. “The rest of the delay is attributable to our staffing limitations and that no health hazard was

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that he knew of no others. “All of our other usable basement spaces have windows,” he said. “The one in the Annex doesn’t so it wasn’t

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‘We’ll straighten out BOE,’ monitor vows By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent BELLEVILLE –

here’s been a parade of finance administrators at the Belleville Board of Education who’ve come and gone in recent years and the board’s state monitor says that’s a reflection of the district’s hapless past performance. An outside auditor brought in by the monitor Tom Egan reported in June 2014 that the school district was running a $3.6 million deficit and, the next year, the state began advancing the district $4.1 million in school aid to phase out its debt. This year, at Egan’s recommendation, the school board hired Matthew Paladino as interim assistant school business administrator at $79,000 a year, prorated through June 30. At a Jan. 31 board meeting, resident Vincent Frantantoni

asked the trustees why Paladino’s appointment wasn’t on the meeting agenda, in light of the fact that the board had previously put off the hiring after it was brought to light that the Ridgefield Park Board of Education – Paladino’s former employer – had experienced a budget shortfall. Egan responded that he had hired Paladino – without the board’s concurrence – because he had the power “by statute” to do so. And between the time that the Belleville school board had declined to act and the time Paladino was put on the payroll, Egan said that the “questions raised about Ridgefield Park have been answered. [Paladino] still has his license, Ridgefield Park [BOE] has brought no charges against him and he wasn’t responsible for [the shortfall].” Then Egan went on to say that the district has had problems attracting fiscal

personnel. “Nobody of any quality wants to work here in Belleville. The people that applied for the [assistant BA] position were not of high quality.” Perhaps equally disquieting was news contained in a resolution passed by the board at that same meeting which acknowledged that the district has failed to meet the standards set by the state’s Fiscal Accountability, Efficiency and Budgeting Procedures. Districts are expected “to establish policies designed to minimize the cost of professional services, including procedures to ensure the efficient use of legal services by employees and Board members as well as the tracking of said services,” where, in Belleville’s case, “legal costs exceed 130% of the statewide average per-pupil amount … as evidenced by the fact that the excess legal costs incurred are the result of a high volume of litigation, grievances, protracted

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March 3 Officer Michael Gontarczuk, driving behind a 2001 Buick on John St. at 7:30 p.m., was alerted by computer that its registration was expired. Before he could stop it, police said, the car began travelling in a “directionless, nonsensical pattern”: John St., Grant Ave., Belgrove Drive, Johnston Ave., Passaic Ave. Gontarczuk finally caught up with it at BJ’s, where driver Damon Gaskin, 42, of Newark, was arrested on two warrants: one from the Essex County Sheriff in connection with a CDS-distribution conviction, and an assault warrant from Orange. He was also issued summonses for driving while suspended and operating an unregistered vehicle. And he was held for the Essex County authorities. ••• At 10:40 p.m., headquarters received a call from a 32-yearold Haledon woman that her car was being followed through Kearny by a 2010 white Ford. Units were alerted, and Officers Jonathan Dowie, David Bush and Andres Fernandes located both the woman’s vehicle and the suspicious Ford at Bennett and Kearny Aves. Police said the Ford driver, Kyle Dallas, 34, of Palmyra, N.J., claimed that he March 1 knew someone with a car just Pursuant to an ongoing like the woman’s. narcotics investigation, Vice Police also said Dallas’ eyes officers had placed Janet Gorski, were droopy and his speech 58, of Kearny, under surveilslow and slurred. lance and, at 10 a.m., confronted Following FSTs and further her at Grove and Maple Sts. drug tests at HQ , during which after she had exited a taxi. She he reportedly kept falling allegedly was found to be in asleep, he was charged with possession of 18 wax folds of being, and driving, under the heroin: 10 stamped “Passion”; influence of a CDS. eight, “Deebo.” She was charged on heroin March 4 and drug paraphernalia offensHQ received a 1 a.m. report es, being under the influence of an individual sleeping in of a CDS, and on a $100 Kearny a 2004 Ford Explorer in the contempt of court warrant. traffic lane at Duke St. and ••• Kearny Ave. Sgt. Jack Corbett At 8:30 p.m., Officer Vicand Officers Sean Podolski and tor Girdwood stopped a 2015 Derek Hemphill arrived to find Toyota that had nearly caused the idling vehicle and awakan accident near Kearny and ened “dumbfounded” driver Quincy Aves. after rapidly pull- Luis Villafuerte, 63, of Kearny, ing into traffic without signalwho told the cops that he was ing, police said. Driver Sonia Es- in Harrison, police said. Followpinal, 52, of Kearny, reportedly ing FSTs and an Alcotest, he had a suspended license and a was charged with DWI. Paterson contempt warrant. She ••• was arrested on those offenses Officers Chris Medina and and also issued a failure-toDean Gasser were sent at 6 p.m. signal summons, and Paterson to the parking lot of a business PD was notified.

at 909 Newark Tpke. on the report of a 1998 Honda being broken into. On arrival, they noticed a 2011 Mazda with New York plates and three occupants, one of whom -- carrying a black bookbag -- jumped from the back seat, began running and ignored orders to halt, police said. Medina chased him on foot and Gasser cornered him with the patrol car, but the runner

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Fin-tastic news about Passaic River fish I By Karen Zautyk

We repeated this exercise the following week, and have probably shared this the same thing happened -story before, but bear at which point even my small with me. This time it has brain realized that the killies a purpose: probably could not survive in When I was a child growing clean water. And there was no up in Down Neck, Newark, way my parents were going to my father and I would often let me keep a bowl of polluted spend summer evenings on Passaic water in the house. the banks of the Passaic River. Yes, even then, we knew We’d walk the shoreline or the Passaic was polluted. We just sit and watch the boat just didn’t know how badly, or traffic (there was a lot of it with what. It could smell terback then: tugs, motorboats, rible, especially when the tide freighters, etc.). But then I went out, but we just didn’t decided I wanted to learn to consider it dangerous. (How“fish.” ever, no one I knew would I was too little for rod and ever swim in it.) reel, so my father got me one I bring up the killie story of those small nets that you because of an astonishing use to take goldfish from a new scientific study that was bowl. I used it to take killireleased recently and made fish from the Passaic. headlines around the world: When I’d caught “Rapid evolution saved this enough, we carried them fish from pollution” -- N.Y. home in a big pickle jar full of cloudy river water and then Times “Fish have evolved to surI’d transfer them to a large vive toxic waste . . .” -- The fishbowl with fresh water. Independent, U.K. In the morning, they were “Killifish survive on polluall dead.

program has been at the forefront of efforts to rescue that waterway from pollution. Check his website (www. hackensackriverkeeper.org) for details on the work they do, and especially on the history of the Hackensack project. (By the way, why is there The conclusion (again quot- no Passaic Riverkeeper? Of tion” – UPI ing The Record): The local Has there been some sort course, I am aware of the Paskillifish have “developed an of genetic mutation resulting saic Valley Sewerage Comextraordinary resistance to in killies becoming a kind of mission, but the addition of a the deadly dioxin, PCBs, Superfish? Riverkeeper couldn’t hurt.) Since 2010, a team of scien- heavy metals and other conOn a personal level, I can taminants at the confluence of relate to the killies. Considertists from the University of the Hackensack and Passaic California-Davis have been ing where I grew up -- playrivers.” The Newark Bay (and ing on the polluted Passaic studying killies taken from several severely polluted bod- other) killies “are 8,000 times shore, living near a factory more resistant than other fish that was making Agent Ories of water, including Newto this complex toxic stew.” ark Bay. ange, shuffling through the In essence, they have beQuoted in the Bergen asbestos that kids had peeled Record, biologist Andrew come “virtually immune” to from the laundry room pipes Whitehead, who led the pollutants. -- and considering that I am study, said: “Killifish shouldn’t Way to go, killifish! still breathing, I do believe be there. They should be We learned of the study that I am 8,000 times more dead. These are some of during a chat with Capt. resistant than other humans the most polluted estuaries Bill Sheehan, the Hackento any complex toxic stew. in the world, and yet this fish sack Riverkeeper, whose in(But I still wouldn’t swim in has survived.” dependent, non-governmental the Passaic.)

CORRECTION • A story in the March 8 edition of The Observer misidentified a speaker at a recent Belleville township meeting. The speaker’s name was Robert Schmitt. • Kevin Canessa’s March 8 column about Cardinal Joseph Tobin, the new Archbishop of Newark, did not properly express the process about distributing ashes at St. Patrick’s Pro-Cathedral in Newark. Archbishops before Tobin – including John J. Myers and Theodore McCarrick (and others before them) – made it an annual part of their ministries to distribute ashes there each Ash Wednesday.

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The heroin/opioid crisis in Bergen Co. By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent

versal drug. It can be adminis- ongoing three-pronged anti-epidemic battle plan tered through injection or via that the BCPO introduced a nasal spray. last year: innovative criminal “In 2016,” Grewal noted, report released Thursenforcement, treatment op“we continued facilitating the day, March 9, by Bergen tions for addicts, and educadistribution of Narcan kits to County Prosecutor tional programming to prevent all law enforcement offi cers Gurbir S. Grewal revealed a addictions. in the county. Last year alone, 6.9% increase in drug over“In 2016,” he said, “we they deployed Narcan on doses -- primarily heroin/ moved away from traditional, more than 200 occasions and opioid-related -- in the county large-scale arrests of low-level saved 180 lives.” in 2016 as compared with the Addressing the police, the drug offenders. Instead, we previous year. The totals were prosecutor added, “I want to pioneered ‘Operation Helping 308 in ‘16; 288 in ‘15. recognize and thank them for Hand,’ a program that brought Authorities attribute what their work on the frontlines together county law enforcethey term the heroin/opioid ment and county health-care “epidemic” to both “an overall against the heroin and opioid epidemic. If it were not for professionals in an effort to rise in the number of individuthem and their heroic efforts, offer detox and treatment opals” abusing the narcotics and we would clearly have lost tions to low-level drug offendto “an increase in the potency even more lives.” ers.” of the heroin being sold in Grewal also cited an Those options, he explained, New Jersey.” That drug, they note, is now “often mixed or substituted with fentanyl, a synthetic opioid up to 50 times Thomas Antonelli more powerful than heroin.” 764 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ 07032 The data were compiled by Bergen County law enforcement and supplemented with NOW OFFERING: information from the county • Individual Retirement Accounts Medical Examiner’s Office. • Retirement Planning “Therefore,” it was noted, “this report likely understates the • Pension Rollovers scope of the heroin and opioid • Tax Deferred Investing crisis affecting the county be• Mutual Funds cause it does not capture overdoses where law enforcement was not notified and where Registered Representative the victim sought treatment at a hospital.” 201-978-9742 The relatively positive news ThomasAntonelli@FFPINC.com in the report was that the number of overdose fataliNO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION! ties remained the same -- 87 -- thanks to law enforcement’s Securities offered through TFS Securities Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. A full service broker dealer located at 847 Broadway; Bayonne, NJ 07002. 201-823-1030 continuing use of Narcan (Naloxone), the overdose-re-

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and recovering addicts and/or parents who have lost children to the epidemic, detail the pathways to addiction and discuss strategies to avoid getting on those pathways altogether.” During the 2015-2016 school year, BCPO detectives presented the seminar to approximately 45 freshman classes in the county, reaching nearly 10,000 students. In addition, they gave similar presentations to parents and community groups. To enhance the educational programming, in November 2016, the BCPO launched #StopTheODs, a social media see HEROIN page

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through outstanding community service. Nominees should be preferably Nutley residents who have dedicated long years of volunteer service to Nutley. People previously nominated are eligible. Those running for public office are not eligible during an election year. Nominations should be sent

to the Virginius D. Mattia Memorial Scholarship Committee in care of Rev. Jill Fenske at Franklin Reformed Church, 45 Hillside Cresent. Nomination forms are available at the Nutley Public Library, Nutley Parks & Recreation Building and Nutley Municipal Building but a letter with pertinent information on a nominee is acceptable.

Meanwhile, nominees are also being sought for the $1,000 Brig. Gen. John R. Jannarone Scholarship. Nutley High School students wishing to apply for either scholarship are asked to follow standard school procedures. Nutley residents who attend high school outside of Nutley may pick up application forms at Nutley High and return

completed forms to the high school or mail them to Joann Andriola, 610 Franklin Ave., Nutley, N.J. 07110. Both scholarship awards will be presented at the annual dinner on Wednesday, May 10, at Nanina’s in the Park, Belleville. For more information, contact Tony Iannarone at 973235-1065 or ajiannarone@aol. com.

Accused druggie trapped in mudflats LYNDHURST – An out-of-town “visitor” has been checked into another location for safekeeping after being retrieved by police from the banks of the Passaic River. The episode began Tuesday, March 7, at about 6:25 p.m. when police received a 911 emergency call that someone had jumped off a lower roof of the Winslow Motor Hotel on the 200 block of Rutherford Ave. into the parking lot below.

Police said the caller told them that the individual was last seen running through the yards of neighboring properties. Responding officers checked the surrounding area and eventually tracked the suspect to the riverbank where he had reportedly been hiding in the weeds. At this point, according to police, the individual entered the water to try and elude his pursuers. This effort proved unsuc-

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The Belleville Public Library hosts a St. Patrick’s Day meet and greet with new director Michelle Malone on Thursday, March 16, at 1 p.m. at the library, 221 Washington Ave. Entertainment will be provided, as will dessert, coffee and tea. For more information, call Marie at 973-7593912. ••• A free rabies clinic, sponsored by Mayor Raymond Kimble and the Township Council, is scheduled for Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m. to noon, at Fire Headquarters, 275 Franklin Ave. License renewal drop-off will be available. Bring a check or money order with renewal notice. Cash is not accepted. The Health Department will be collecting non-perishable foods for a local food pantry. ••• The Woman’s Club of Belleville hosts its annual tricky tray at The Chandelier, 340 Franklin Ave., on April 6. Doors open at 5:15 p.m. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $40. For more information and tickets, call Judy Nucci at 973751-2960. ••• The Belleville Health Department has free flu vaccine available for township residents. For an appointment, call 973-450-3394.

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Job Haines Home and Hackensack University Medical Center, Mountainside Hospital, present: “How to Achieve and Maintain a Healthy Heart,” on Friday, March 31, at 11 a.m. at the Job Haines Home, 250 Bloomfield Ave. Heather Farrell, a certified critical care nurse and manager of cardiovascular services at Hackensack UMC Mountainside Hospital, will discuss how to keep a heart healthy and signs and symptoms of heart disease. This free program includes refreshments. For more information and to RSVP, call Donna Plotnick, 973-743-0972, ext. 133.

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nity celebration of Youth Art Month, Kearny Bank, 534 Harrison Ave., will be displaying artwork by students from Harrison’s Washington Middle School during regular banking hours through the end of March. Youth Art Month is a nationally recognized program that stresses the value of art education for all children, encourages support for quality school art programs and promotes art material safety. ••• Holy Cross Church sponsors a trip to Caesar’s Atlantic City on Sunday, March 19. A bus leaves at 10 a.m. Coffee is served in the school basement at 9:15 a.m. The cost is $30. For reservations call Joan at 973481-2434 (English) or Maria at 973-481-1799 (Spanish). Guests must bring a photo ID. ••• The seventh annual Harrison/East Newark Volleyball Tournament to benefit Project Graduation gets underway at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, at the Harrison High School gym. At 6 p.m., teams that have registered to play are welcome for a pre-game reception. Typically, between 10 and 12 teams including teachers, firefighters, alums and others are represented in the competition. It costs $5 to watch or $3 for students and ages 5 and younger are admitted free. Or, it’s $20 to play and that includes the cost of a T-shirt, reception and door prize. To form a team or for more information, call Joan McNichol at 973-482-5050, ext. 1519, during the day.

Kearny

The Presbyterian Boys & Girls Club, 663 Kearny Ave., hosts its annual St. Patrick’s Day Dance on Friday, March 17, from 7 to 10 p.m. DJ Brian will spin the latest club tunes. Guests are encouraged to wear green to get into the Irish spirit. The dance, supervised by Tom Fraser and members of the board of directors, is for teens only. ••• Calvary United Method-

ist Church, 342 Elm St., hosts a kids tricky tray Saturday, March 25, at 4 p.m., for kids ages 5 and older. The cost is $10 per child and includes prizes, pizza, drinks, sweets and more. For more information, call Frieda at 201-9972827. ••• Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Kearny Public Library on Friday, March 17, at 1 p.m., with a special screening of the newly released film, “Jackie” (R/100 mins.), based on the late First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, and the events following the assassination of her husband, President John F. Kennedy. This special screening is free and open to everyone with no registration required. Popcorn and light refreshments will be served. The main library is located at 318 Kearny Ave. For more information, call the library at 201-998-2666 or visit www. kearnylibrary.org. ••• Liberty Family Success Center, 341 Kearny Ave., hosts these upcoming programs: • Let’s Chat English Group, meets Tuesday, March 14, 1 to 2:30p.m. At night, enjoy hot cocoa with center staff from 5 to 6 p.m. to learn about its free programs. • Time for Tots Play Group and a General Immunization Workshop, gathers Wednesday, March 15, 11 a.m. to noon. Woman’s Club meets from 1 to 2 p.m. for discussions, arts and crafts, movies and more. • Nutrition 101, Thursday, March 16, meets 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., and Financial Peace University convenes from 5 to 7 p.m. • Hope for Mothers meets Friday, March 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Family Fun Friday is 3 to 4:30 p.m. • Let’s Zumba is in action Monday, March 20, 1 to 2 p.m. For more information, call the center at 201-622-2210. ••• Comedy duo Andre and Cirell perform for the Fraternal Order of Eagles 2214 at the Copestone Lodge, 225 Kearny Ave., on Friday, March 31, 7 to 11 p.m. Dinner, drinks and a tricky tray will also be offered.

The Lyndhurst Health Department hosts its bi-annual Women’s Health Screening on Wednesday, April 5, at 9 a.m. This screening, done in partnership with Clara Maass Medical Center, includes a free exam and PAP test performed by Dr. Decca Mohammed. A Clara Maass nurse educator will provide information on breast cancer. Call 201-804-2500 for an appointment. ••• The Lyndhurst Public Library’s Young Adult Department hosts a St. Patrick’s Day banner craft program on Friday, March 17, at 3:30 p.m., for grades 6 to 8. Light refreshments will be served, and all materials will be provided. Call the library at 201-804-2478, ext. 4, to register. ••• The Lyndhurst Emblem Club sponsors a trip to “Menopause the Musical” at the Bergen Performing Arts Center, Englewood, on March 30. A bus leaves from the Lyndhurst Elks Lodge at 6 p.m. Cost is $40, including show and transportation. Checks should be made payable to Lyndhurst Emblem Club No. 72, P.O. Box 9413, Lyndhurst, N.J. 07071. Specify if bus transportation is desired. For more information, contact Cindy at 973-482-5408 or Lyndhurst Karen at 201-939-3688. Lyndhurst Parks & Recrea••• tion Commissioner Tom DiThe Lyndhurst Department Maggio sponsors a trip to the of Parks & Recreation offers Stony Hill Inn for a “Carnival swim lessons for kids ages 4 in Venice” on Thursday, May to 15 at the Lyndhurst Commu11. A bus will leave from the NJ nity Pool. The spring session Transit lot by Shoprite at 10:30 for Swim America begins a.m. and return by 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 22, and runs for The $45 ticket includes a eight weeks. luncheon consisting of focacDownload an application cia bread, salad, pasta, chicken from the Parks Department parmesan, sausage and website or get one from the peppers, mixed vegetables, Parks Department at 250 potatoes, two complimentary Cleveland Ave. The $130 fee drinks, dessert, coffee, tea may be paid by check (payable and soda, transportation and to Township of Lyndhurst), entertainment. Tips are not cash or credit card. included, however. Suggested Registration deadline is tip is $1 per person. Wednesday, April 18. RegisTickets are limited. Call the trants are taken between 8 Parks Department ASAP at a.m. and 4:30 p.m. first-come, 201-804-2482 to reserve a seat. ••• see AROUND TOWN page Tickets are $40 in advance. Call 201-991-9865 or 201-8986879 for more information. ••• The Woman’s Club of Arlington meets Tuesday, March 14, at 1 p.m. at the Girl Scout House, 635 Kearny Ave. Attendees are encouraged to wear green. Una Phelan will present an Irish-themed program and Leonor Nasert of the Fire Squad will speak. In the spirit of community service, club members are also asked to bring cookies and/or candy to be distributed to the senior residents of Alaris Health. Hostesses for the meeting will be Pat Henderson, Una Phelan and Joan Klepacki. ••• The annual Brotherhood Luncheon takes place Wednesday, April 19, from noon to 2 p.m., at the Salvation Army Kearny Corps, 443 Chestnut St. The event is hosted by VFW Auxiliary Post 1302. ••• St. Stephen’s Seniors, 676 Kearny Ave., meet at 1 p.m. every first and third Tuesday of the month in Hedges Hall. Refreshments are served at noon. Attendees are invited to participate in a 50/50 drawing and bingo. New members are always welcome. For more information, call club president Allan Henderson at 201-991-4771.

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Schumacher-Tilton feted by Montclair State Montclair State University honored New Jersey luminaries committed to creating life-changing educational opportunities at its annual Scholarship Dinner on March 4, with proceeds from the public event providing scholarship opportunities for future generations of students. New Jersey Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno provided greetings.

Judith Schumacher-Tilton received the Mary Mochary and Michael Kasser Award for Philanthropic Leadership. Raising millions since its inception in 1999, the 2017 dinner honored Dr. Giovanni Caforio, CEO of Bristol-Myers Squibb with the University’s Rose and John J. Cali Award for Business Leadership and Community Engagement.

Alumna Annette Catino ’78 received the Margaret and Herman Sokol Award for Alumni Achievement and Civic Leadership. The program featured a selection of performances from the upcoming production of “West Side Story,” by students in Montclair State University’s musical theater program. The student performances were

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tion Trustee Thomas Grolimond, inspecting the broken tombstone of one of the victims, William Burney. Time and the elements have taken their toll on the stones, noted Michael Perrone, president of the Belleville Historical Society, which is now working to restore them in time to commemorate the anniversary of the disaster on April 20. The Observer will be present at that commemoration, at which time we will offer readers more information on this particular piece of Belleville’s “Hidden History.” – Karen Zautyk

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From top left: Harrison Councilman Anselmo Millan marched with grandson Julian. Carmela Antonelli displayed her Irish side, despite being 100% Italian. Chris McShane (third from l.), got all dressed up to share the moment with his family. Lastly, the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard led off the parade.

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ing, “there’s always a waiting list there.” The KBOE is also moving on a separate front to encourage the idea of kids spending more time on the campus. On Feb. 21, despite some reservations voiced during deliberations by several members, the KBOE voted unanimously to contract with Right At School, based in Evanston, Ill., to provide an enrichment before- and after-school tuition-based program at the district’s five elementary schools, starting in September. A contract retainer is being negotiated. The firm was recommended by Superintendent of

Schools Patricia Blood and the board ratified her choice after reviewing proposals by local providers and after some board members visited a Right At School program in New Rochelle, returning with favorable comments. Hours proposed for the program are 7 to 8:40 a.m. and 3:05 to 6 p.m. School officials are in the process of drafting an application form for parents to use to register their children on a voluntary basis. The tuition fee has yet to be announced. Right At School’s website says it currently has some 20,000 students enrolled in its programs nation-wide, but Kearny’s would reportedly be the first in New Jersey.

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NA baseball: Looking to build off success The North Arlington High School baseball team won 15 games a year ago, including a win over Dayton Regional of Springfield in the opening round of the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2, Group I playoffs. “It was the first state playoff win in a long time,” said veteran head baseball coach Paul Marcantuono. “It was a good season for us.” The Vikings lost an ungodly amount of 13 seniors to graduation last June. That’s an unforgiving number for a Group I baseball program. But Marcantuono is still very optimistic about the upcoming season, provided that the snow melts by April Fool’s Day. “We’re going to be young,” Marcantuono said. “We only have five seniors. The other kids who haven’t played much varsity are going to need some time to get it going, like maybe a good month or so to get accustomed to varsity baseball. But once they get clicking, there’s a lot of talent here. We have a good mix of veterans with the younger guys.” Marcantuono will lean heavily on senior righthanded pitcher Charles

Kearney to lead the way on the mound. Kearney won four games on the hill last season as a junior. “He actually pitched for us as a freshman,” Marcantuono said. “He’s tough to hit when he’s on. He has a great breaking ball when it’s working.” Senior Mark Cunningham is another righthanded starting pitcher. “He hits his spots,” Marcantuono said. “He pitched a few games for us last year. He has good mechanics.” Senior Danny Elliott is a newcomer to the pitching staff. Elliott is also a right hander and he features a trick pitch. “He actually throws a knuckleball,” Marcantuono said. “He uses that as his change-up. He worked very hard in the winter to get ready. I think he mixes his pitches well.” Sophomore Eric McKenna is also a righty, but McKenna will see most of his time at shortstop. But McKenna will also pitch. “He’ll probably play shortstop most of the time, but he’s very talented,” Marcantuono said. see VIEW page

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Senior Sydney Pace is a two-way threat for the Kearny softball team, the defending Hudson County champions.

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he 2016 high school softball season was a magical one for the Kearny Kardinals, filled with walk-off grand slams and come-frombehind victories. More importantly, the Kardinals won 20 games, including a 7-1 win over Hoboken that enabled Kearny to capture the Hudson County Tournament championship for the second time in three years. The Kardinals finished 20-4 last year and welcome back a bunch of seniors who played a part on that team. “We had a coaches’ meeting last week and I could tell that people were a little worried about us,” veteran coach Jim Pickel said. “I told our girls that everyone will be coming

at us every game all year and we have to be ready.” Despite losing 10 seniors to graduation, the Kardinals feature a host of seniors that Pickel will count on to lead the way this year. “We do have a lot of a seniors, so I do kind of expect people to talk about us as being one of the best teams in the county,” Pickel said. “I think it’s good for the girls, because college coaches will know all about us and want to come see us. They’ll be asking about Kearny and that’s good to know.” Pickel said that he was all set to begin preparation for the upcoming season when the weather was wonderfully mild in mid-February. “But we had to wait until March and now look what’s happening,” said Pickel, lamenting the pending winter

storm that was expected to slam the area on Tuesday. Pickel said that he already had a practice plan in place to combat the snow. “We had to plan ahead in case of the storm,” Pickel said. “We were supposed to scrimmage twice this week, but that’s probably going to be cancelled. We’re going to be limited as to what we can do. We don’t have a batting cage for softball, so we can only do so much in the gym.” The other factor playing against the Kardinals this season is that the team will not make the sojourn south to Myrtle Beach, S.C., like they did last year. “We couldn’t plan that trip this year,” Pickel said. So as the weather waits to pound the Kardinals, they see KEARNY next page

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Bergen late in the season. On the mound, the Hudson County Interscholastic Athletic League Pitcher of the Year posted an 8-2 record with 57 strikeouts, including the county tourney title victory over Hoboken. Pace will play a lot at shortstop, but Pickel knows that when a big game is needed, Pace will be in the circle with the ball in her hands. “We want to get her in at shortstop as much as we can, because that’s where she will play in college,” Pickel said. “But we’re going to use her on

the mound against the stronger teams. Most teams don’t have someone like her. Most teams don’t have one pitcher and we have a strong amount.” Fellow senior Giovanna Scrimo will also get her fair share of chances to toe the rubber. “She’ll pitch more this year,” Pickel said. If needed, senior Jane Amadeo, junior Emily Marshall and freshman Caitlin Natosi will all get chances to pitch. “Jane pitched a lot for us when she was a sophomore and did really well,” Pickel

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said. “Last year, we really didn’t need her. Natosi has a lot of promise and throws the ball with good speed. I think she’s going to be really good in a year or two.” Junior Tatiana Fermaint will be the team’s catcher. Fermaint hit .315 with two homers and 20 RBI last year while providing excellent defense behind the dish. “She’s a lot more relaxed now with a year under her belt,” Pickel said of Fermaint. Scrimo will be the first baseman, where she played a year ago and drove in 11 runs. She also posted a perfect 4-0 pitching record. The second base duties will be shared between senior Alyssa Hodnett and junior MacKenzie Byrne. Pace is the team’s leader and shortstop. “She has been showing her leadership skills so far,” Pickel said. “And I’m very happy with that. She will say something and push someone along when I don’t have to. She’s been around for a while, so she knows what’s expected. She’s always trying to help out the younger girls. I think she’s one of the best players in the county. Hopefully, she’s better this year than last year.” There are a bunch of players battling for time at third base, including promising newcomer Sydney Viscuso. Marshall, Byrne and Amadeo are also in the mix at third. The outfield is wide open,

although junior Gianna Hoch is looking like she’s the centerfielder. Hoch batted .404 last year with one homer, four RBI and 10 stolen bases. Her speed will be a key to the team’s success. Amadeo will see time in the outfield, along with a trio of seniors, Haylee Witt, Michelle Espinosa and Brianna Rodriguez. Sophomore Brionna Lizano is also an outfielder, but will also serve as the backup catcher to Fermaint. Freshman Kristina Yaya (got to love that name) has made an impression with her speed and will be a factor right away. Deanna Truskalowski will be a first baseman/designated hitter who will get her share of at-bats. The Kards open defense of their county title April 1 against Memorial, provided the snow is gone by then. But when the snow clears and the dust settles, the Kardinals will be among the best in Hudson County once again. Pickel just knows it. “Some of our kids know what it’s all about,” Pickel said. “The others will soon find out. I expect us to be playing at NJCU (in the county title game) once again. A lot of teams don’t have a pitcher like Sydney coming back. I’m looking forward to this season so much. But now that it’s here, snow is coming.” It’s such a dirty word in March, isn’t it?

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The catcher is sophomore Will Cruz, the football quarterback. “He has a lot of raw talent back there,” Marcantuono said. “But he’s willing to learn. He can also swing the stick a little bit.” First base duties are currently being shared between Elliott and senior Mike Rotondo. Rotondo unfortunately missed most of the last two baseball seasons due to injuries to his elbow and knee. “Having him back helps us out a lot,” Marcantuono said. Senior John Policano is the leader to take over second base duties. Policano spent last year going back and forth between the varsity and junior varsity. “He has a good glove and doesn’t make many errors,” Marcantuono said. McKenna is a player to watch at shortstop. “He’s just a phenomenal ath-

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The North Arlington High School baseball team will count heavily on its pitching staff. From l., are Daniel Elliott, Mark Cunningham, head coach Paul Marcantuono, Eric McKenna and Charles Kearney.

lete,” Marcantuono said. “He has a strong arm and knows the game well. He’s anchored at shortstop with no worries. I

enjoy watching him play.” The Vikings’ outfield is way Elliott, Rotondo and sophoup for grabs at present time. more Zach Young are currently Cunningham is a returning sharing time at third base. starter in the outfield and is

joined by senior Martin Almonte, juniors Brandon Barth, Nick DeGrace (the basketball star who scored 32 points in one of the Vikings’ final games of the season) and Zack Pizarro, who also will share time as the Vikings’ designated hitter. The Vikings were getting ready to take on some preseason scrimmages when the winter storm placed a white blanket on top of the entire spring season for a while. The Vikings were scheduled to begin the new season April 1 against Bogota, but who knows now when the season will begin, as we all wait for the massive amount of snow to melt and fade away. Once play begins, then the Vikings should be alright. “I think we can do some damage with this team we have,” Marcantuono said. “It’s a very talented bunch. I think we can adjust quickly.”

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A teacher at County Prep High School, Jersey City, who is a resident of North Arlington, has been arrested on three counts of criminal sexual contact, two counts of endangering the welfare of children, two counts of harassment and one count of luring or enticing a child, after several of his students filed

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both 17-year-old girls, also came forward with similar stories. After his arrest on March 4, Pereira was initially remanded to the Hudson County Jail, Kearny; however, following his first appearance in Central Judicial Processing, he was released on his own recognizance (bail reform).

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Maroon Raider baseball team looks strong once again By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer

he Nutley High School baseball team won 16 games last season, a fine total considering that the Maroon Raiders reside in perhaps the toughest division in northern New Jersey baseball, namely the Super Essex Conference-American Division, with perennial powerhouses like Seton Hall Prep, Millburn, Bloomfield, Newark Academy and Montclair. Although the Maroon Raiders graduated a ton of seniors from that team last June, there are still a lot of talented players on veteran head coach Bob Harbison’s roster. “The numbers are good and the attitude of the kids is good,” Harbison said. “I think with our attitude strong that no matter what, we’re going to

compete.” The Maroon Raiders welcome back senior left-hander Jake Ramezzana, who is headed to Susquehanna University to play baseball in the fall. Ramezzana posted a 3-2 record last year with 25 strikeouts in 24 innings pitched. He also batted .250 with two homers (both in the same game against Newark Academy late last season) and 14 RBI. “He’s going to be one of our top starters,” Harbison said of Ramezzana. “He also hits well. He’s coming at you. He’s not afraid of the competition.” Sophomore Josh O’Neill, who started a few games at quarterback in the fall for the Maroon Raider football team, is another top hurler in baseball. “He throws hard,” Harbison said. “He’s pushing for that top spot in the rotation. He has good command.”

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The Nutley Maroon Raiders have a potent pitching staff. From l., are Daniel Caraballo, John Luberto, Jake Remazzana, head coach Bob Harbison, Sean Bernardo, Marty Higgins, Josh O’Neill and Jake Ifversen.

Sophomore John Luberto is a right-hander with good stuff. “He’s very similar to O’Neill,” Harbison said. “He got some work in for us as a freshman.” Junior Dan Caraballo is a right-hander who will not only

pitch, but will play right field and serve as the Maroon Raiders’ leadoff hitter. “He just has to learn how to pitch a little,” Harbison said. “He cracked some radar guns over the summer.” Senior Sean Bernardo will

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behind the plate. Senior Mark Charles is a designated hitter who can also catch in a pinch. Ramezzana will play first base when he’s not pitching. “He hits and hits for power,” Harbison said. “He has ability.” Freshman Dan Jennings will see time at first base when Ramezzana is pitching. Or perhaps it could be junior Wayne Wittmann, who is a slick fielder around first. Freshmen Kevin Hogan and Trevor Santos are also first basemen by trade.

“They hit like men,” Harbison said. “They’re legit.” Second base is an open position, but Seth Antonicello and Anthony Berardinelli are battling for playing time there. Higgins is the returning shortstop. He hit .360 last year as a freshman. “Marty has to take on the role of being the leader, even if he is that young,” Harbison said. Bernardo plays third and can also man shortstop in a pinch if Higgins is called upon to pitch. O’Neill will start the season

as the everyday left fielder. Lopez, who started in right field last year, moves over to centerfield this season. “He’s very talented,” Harbison said of Lopez. “He’s 15 pounds heavier this year and was in the weight room every day in the offseason. You can tell his hard work is paying off.” Harbison said that Lopez will bat in the No. 3 or No. 4 hole. Caraballo is the leadoff hitter and everyday right fielder. “He has a good arm as well,” Harbison said. “We’re good to

go.” Charles will see a good amount of at-bats as the team’s designated hitter. The Maroon Raiders are off to the land of Mickey Mouse this weekend, when they join the Nutley softball team at the Wonderful World of Disney in Orlando. “We’ll get six games down there,” Harbison said. “It’s going to be a great trip.” Especially when there’s going to be two feet of snow on the ground here. “I like our kids,” Harbison

said. “I have no idea about wins and losses, because we have so many newcomers. But we have a good group of kids and that’s the first step. If it’s a little fun along the way, then so be it. We just have to keep it all in its proper perspective.” The Maroon Raiders open the 2017 season against Livingston April 1. But count on the Maroon Raiders to make solid runs in the Super Essex Conference tourney, the Greater Newark tourney and the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2, Group III playoffs.

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Bloomfield - 1st Floor w/ Enclosed Porch, Living Rm/Dining Rm/Kitchen Combo, Galley kitchen & 1 Bedroom. 2nd Floor w/ 2 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tile Bath. Driveway & Private Yard. Oil Tank Above Ground. Asking $137,000

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Kearny - 1 Family - 1st Floor w/ Foyer, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Large Eat in Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Ceramic Tile Bath & Den. 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm/ Dining Rm Combo, Bedroom, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Ceramic Tile Bath, Den & 2 Additional Rooms on 3rd Floor. Fire Damage on 3rd Floor & Water Damage inside. Great Potential. Asking $299,900

Nutley - 1 Family - Large Colonial. 1st Floor w/Open Front Porch, Entrance Foyer, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Half Bath. 2nd Floor w/ 3 Good Size Bedrooms, Den & Classic Bath w/ Tub. Walk Up Finished Attic w/ Full Bath. Full Open Unfinished Basement & Large Private Yard. Parking for 2 Cars at Street Level. Asking $345,000

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Harrison - Condo -Large Hamilton Model w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen, Half Bath, Terrace & Hardwood Floors on 1st Level. 2nd Level w/ 2 Baths, Loft & 2 Bedrooms w / Upgraded Carpeting. 1 Car Garage & 1 Covered Parking Space. Swimming Pool, Clubhouse & Gym on Site. Free Shuttle Bus To & From Harrison Path Station. Asking $469,000

KEARNY

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 - 1 Family - 1st Floor Has Foyer, Living Rm w/ Front Porch, Full Dining Rm, Den & Eat in Kitchen. 2nd Floor Has 3 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tiled Bathroom. Finished Walk Up Attic. Full Semi-Finished Basement & Detached 1 Car Garage. Wood Floors & Oil Heat (Tank in Ground). Asking $217,500

KEARNY

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Lyndhurst - 1 Family - Colonial w/ 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Foyer & 1.5 Baths. Unfinished Basement. Driveway for 2 Cars. Above Ground Pool Motor is Broken. Oil Tank is Above Ground in Backyard. Asking $289,900

KEARNY

REDUCED! Kearny - Well Kept Single Family - First Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen & Full Bath. Second Floor w/ 3 Bedrooms & Full Bath. Finished Attic & Central Air. Finished Basement w/ Office Space, Laundry Rm & Bath. All Remodeled in 1999. New Roof, New Electric, New Hardwood Floors, New Siding & New Garage. Asking $335,000

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campaign using Twitter (@BCPONJ) and Facebook (fb.com/bcponj). The campaign shares information with the public about overdoses and Narcan saves in Bergen County and includes graphics showing the municipalities where these events occurred, the ages and genders of the victims, and, in the case of

a Narcan save, the agency that saved the overdose victim’s life. The BCPO is also asking the public to share their own experiences and suggestions concerning this issue by using the hashtag #StopTheODs. “Through this campaign,” Grewal said, “we hope to destigmatize addiction by mapping the epidemic and showing that it affects every pocket of Bergen County.

We also hope to encourage others, including teachers and parents, to use this information to discuss the epidemic with their students and children, respectively.” A copy of the prosecutor’s report -- including details on ODs and Narcan use stats by community -- can be downloaded at www.bcpo.net/ images/pdf/2016-Reporton-Heroin-Epidemic. pdf .

Schuyler School lists SOTM Valerie Iacono, principal of Schuyler School, Kearny, announces the following Students of the Month for February: PREK: Addison Burke and Clara Fernandes KINDERGARTEN: Madison Carranza, Marco Justin Diaz, Nicoly Tassi Libanori and Jeremy Zabala-Zavala GRADE 1: Valerie Amador, Sayde Caban,

Melvin Caceres Guaman, Scarlett Cardoso and Dominic Paulozzo GRADE 2: Alexa Englese, Jennyfer Gutierez Gregorio, Sofia Munoz and Sasha Patoilo GRADE 3: Hillary Anticona, Dynnel Dantas, Michelle Morin, Alexander Simas, Nicolas Tassi Libanori and Sabrina Varela GRADE 4: Pedro Diaz, Emily Gruttadauria,

Belissy Rodrigues, Chelsea Sammy, Ethan Sharaka GRADE 5: Adam Bousada, Valerie DelgadoEspinel, Jocelyn Huancaya, Devon Kowal, Aidan Pham and Costanza Refosco Medina GRADE 6: Christopher Carson, Sheyla Masias, Khang Minh Pham, Chelsey Orellana, Thomas Serrano and Susana Vivar.

LYNDHURST

Lyndhurst - 1 Family - Colonial w/ 1st Floor Master Bedroom, Large Kitchen, Dining Rm, Living Rm, Bath & Entrance Foyer. 2nd Floor w/ 3 Bedrooms & Ceramic Tile Bath. Hardwood Flooring, Steam Heat & Private Yard. One Block from Ridge Road. Asking $315,000

KEARNY

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UNDER CONTRACT

Kearny - 1 Family - First floor w/ Living Rm, Kitchen & Full Bath. 2nd Floor w/ 2 Bedrooms. Full Unfinished Basement w/ Half Bath & Laundry Area. Pulldown Attic. House Renovated Early 2014. Central Air & Forced Air Heating. Asking $239,000

HARRISON

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 $375,000

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Bloomfield - 2 Family - 1st Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen & Bath. 2nd Floor w/ Living Rm, Dining Rm, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bath & Extra 2 Bedrooms & Bath on 3rd Floor. Semi-Finished Basement. Central Air & Many Updates. Close to Transportation. Asking $249,950

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78 King St. - Kearny - Well-Kept Colonial w/ 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full BathS, Modern Kitchen, Living Rm & Dining Rm w/ Door to Deck & Sun Porch. Finished Basement. Detached 1 Car Garage & Driveway for 3 Cars. Asking $315,000

KEARNY

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Kearny - Heather Glenn Condo - Second floor Condo w/ 2 Bedrooms, Living Rm, Modern Eat in Kitchen, Modern Bath, Laundry & Parking for 1 car. Balcony off Living Rm. Asking $175,000

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CAPE COD CHARMER – 3 Bedroom home on a large corner lot near Vets Field in Kearny. The house is in great shape with a newer roof and gas heat. It also has a large basement that could add even more ﬁnished square footage if desired. Unbeatable price $245,000.

STEPS FROM SCHUYLER SCHOOL - Classic 3 bedroom colonial in the Arlington Section of Kearny, off street parking and a nice backyard. Owner says sell. $269,900.

THE ONE YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR – This affordable ranch style home is close to shopping and transportation yet sits on a quiet one way street. First ﬂoor living is easy with hardwood ﬂoors, central air and of course a drive and garage. At just $234,900, you better hurry.

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STANDS ABOVE THE REST – Best Location –Top of the hill in the Kearny Manor. Best Construction – 100% Brick. Best Amenities – 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths (deceivingly large). Best Lot – Huge 50x150 level lot. Best Bonus – 3 car garage. Best Price $345,000. Nothing else compares. Do not buy until you see this home.

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ly also in possession of $193 in numerous smallbe under the influence denomination bills. of something, he was Teixeira was charged taken to Clara Maass with: the license plate Medical Center. His violation; possession of two companions appara CDS in a MV; possesently were not involved sion of more than 50 in the crimes and were grams of pot; possession released. with intent to distribute; intent to distribute withMarch 5 in 1,000 feet of a school At 4:45 p.m., Officer and 500 feet of a playJordenson Jean stopped ground, and possession a 2017 Infiniti on the of drug paraphernalia. Newark Tpke. for a ••• tinting violation and On Feb. 27, a 37-yeardetermined that driver old Kearny man notified Miguel Rodriguez, March 6 the KPD that he had 27, of Elmwood Park, Just after midnight, paid $1,600 to another was wanted on a $750 police said, Officers man who had promised Bloomfield DWI warBush and Dowie spotto supply three cell rant, police said. He was ted a 2006 Mazda with phones and two watcharrested, taken to HQ , no front plate at Oakes -- which were never and Bloomfield PD was wood and Kearny Aves., delivered. Det. Fabula notified. stopped it at Oakwood reportedly developed as ••• and Hickory St., detect- a suspect Jacobo OrFinishing his KPD ed the odor of marijuana donez, 34, of Kearny. At shift at 6 p.m., Officer and recovered from the 9 p.m, March 6, Fabula, Jean reported for offcar a large pack of loose, Det. Sgt. Michael Gonduty detail at ShopRite raw pot -- later found zalez and Officer Daniel and was told by manage- to be 4.8 oz. -- a digital Esteves located Ordonez ment that there was a scale and a package of on Rose St. and arrested woman who was refusmany small plastic bags. him for theft by deceping to leave the reDriver Eric Teixeira, 20, tion. stroom. Upon question- of Kearny, was reported– Karen Zautyk KPD from

ing by Jean, police said, Faye McKnight, 51, of Newark, admitted that she was getting high and a search produced a cut straw and eight wax folds of suspected heroin, stamped “Victim.” She was charged with possession of the drug and paraphernalia, being under the influence of a CDS, and on two drug-related Newark warrants: $5,000 and $500. Newark PD was notified.

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LYNDHuRST: 1 FAM, COLONIAL, 5 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATH, PARTLY FINISHED BASEMENT, DRIVEWAY FOR 3 CARS, NICE BACKYARD, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

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COLONIAL, 3 BR, 2 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT, 2 CAR GARAGE WITH LONG DRIVEWAY, CLOSE TO NYC TRANSPORTATION

KEARNY: TOWNHOUSE, 2 BR, 1 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, MODERN KITCHEN WITH NEW APPLIANCES, NEW LAMINATE FLOORING, CENTRAL HEAT AND A/C, PATIO, 1 CAR GARAGE, CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION

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LISTED NEWLY COLONIAL, 3 BR, 1 FULL BATH, 2 HALF BATH, LARGE ROOMS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, CENTRAL A/C, & FULL FINISHED BASEMENT. LONG DRIVEWAY FOR PLENTY OF PARKING!

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LISTED NEWLY LYNDHURST: 2 FAM, 6 BR, 4 FULL

ROCHELLE PARK: 1 FAM, RANCH, 3 BR, 2 FULL BATH, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, HARDWOOD FLOORS, 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE, FULLY FINISHED CARRIAGE HOUSE, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

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LISTED NEWLY NORTH ARLINGTON: 1 FAM, COLONIAL, 4 BR, 3 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, FULL FINISHED BASEMENT, ATTACHED ONE CAR GARAGE, CLOSE TO NYC TRANSPORTATION

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HARRISON: :FULLY FURNISHED TOWNHOUSE, 2 BR, 2 FULL BATH, 1 HALF BATH, BRAZILIAN CHERRY HARDWOOD FLOORS, HIGH CEILINGS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, NO PETS, NON-SMOKING, TENANT RESPONSIBLE FOR UTILITIES

NTAL NEW RE KEARNY: FULLY RENOVATED, 2 BR, 1 FULL BATH, HARDWOOD FLOOR THROUGHOUT, FIREPLACE, IN-UNIT WASHER/DRYER, USE OF BACKYARD, AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, NO SMOKING, NO PETS

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AROUND TOWN from first-served. No registrations will be accepted at the pool facility or by mail. Call the Parks Department at 201-8042482 if unavailable during normal business hours. ••• Lyndhurst Department of Parks & Recreation offers these upcoming events: • Take a trip to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, on Friday, March 31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. A $25 ticket includes the bus ride as well as a $25 play voucher. Reserve a seat by visiting the Parks Department, 250 Cleveland Ave., or call 201-8042482. • Certified specialist Mary Lee Highton conducts an Aquasize exercise class at the Lyndhurst Community Pool. Classes are on Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Call Parks & Rec for more information. • Want to go to the NJ PAC in Newark to see the Shen Yun Performing Arts on Wednesday, May 3? Parks & Rec needs to sign up 38 to get the discounted tickets. The troupe of classically-trained dancers weaves a wondrous tapestry of heavenly realms, ancient legends and modern heroic tales, taking you on a journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture. Tickets for orchestra seats and transportation are priced at $100 each. A bus would leave the senior center on Cleveland Ave. at 7 p.m. Those interested are asked to call Parks & Rec ASAP. ••• AARP Kingsland Lyndhurst Chapter 4866 sponsors a trip to Pigeon Forge and Smoky Mountains, Sunday, April 23, to Saturday, April 29. The trip includes admission to the Titanic Museum, Soul of Motown, America’s Hit Parade and much more. For information, contact Kay Roberts at 201-4383611 or Jo Kopycienski at 201-998-5824. ••• Lyndhurst Public Library patrons are invited to sample the Mango Languages online

School. Cafe Night features the Nutley School District’s instrumental music ensembles and students from the elementary, middle and high schools. The event also features a 50/50 raffle and tricky tray. Two performance seatings are scheduled for 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $7 for senior citizens and include coffee, tea and dessert. For tickets and more information, contact Suzanne Harabedian North Arlington at cafenight2017tix@ Queen of Peace Knights gmail.com or 973-868of Columbus again spon5029. All funds raised go sor the Yankee Doodle toward the continuing Circus for two shows, 1:45 support of Nutley instrup.m. and 4 p.m., on Sunmental music programs. day, April 2, at the Queen ••• of Peace High School Nutley youngsters in gym, 191 Rutherford Place. grades 2 through 6 are Pre-sale tickets, priced invited to participate in at $18 for adults, include the Great Flashlight Egg two free admissions Hunt, sponsored by the for children ages 18 and Department of Parks & younger. Tickets sold at Recreation, on Thursday, the door are $18 per adult April 13. and $7 for kids, so order More than 1,500 toyyour tickets ahead of time and candy-filled eggs will by calling 201-988-0183 or be scattered around Reinby going online to www. heimer Park for the hunt. getcircustickets.com. The park is on Bloomfield ••• Ave. across from the RecThe Elks host a St. reation Annex Building. Patrick’s Day dinner Children should meet Friday, March 17, from 4 by the playground equipto 7 p.m. A corned beef ment to begin the festiviand cabbage dinner for $12 ties. The egg hunt begins includes carrots, potatoes, at dusk. A golden egg rye bread (whiskey toast) will be hidden and the and coffee, tea and soda. lucky winner will receive Call Cheryl at 201-923a large chocolate-filled 3268 for more details or to basket. purchase tickets. Parents are encouraged ••• to stay with their children The Senior Harmony during the event. April 15 Club sponsors a trip to is the rain date. Resorts Casino, AtlanThe event is open only tic City, on March 23. to Nutley residents. The cost is $25, with $25 For more information, returned for slots play. call Nutley Parks & RecCall Florence at 201-991reation at 973-284-4966 3173 for information or between 8:30 a.m. and reservations. 4:30 p.m. ••• Nutley The Nutley Parks & Nutley Neighborhood Recreation Department Watch has rescheduled is conducting registration its meeting for Thursday, for spring tennis lessons. March 23, at 7 p.m. in Barry Rubach, an acthe upstairs commission credited member of the chambers at the MuniciU.S. Professional Tennis pal Building. Association and former ••• collegiate champion, The Nutley Music supervises the program. Boosters Association Classes range in age presents its annual Cafe groups starting with first Night Saturday, March see AROUND TOWN page 26 25, at Nutley High

language-learning system at no cost. More than 40 foreign language courses and 16 English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are available. Mango Languages can be accessed through www.lyndhurstlibrary.org. Log in with a valid Lyndhurst library card number. Patrons can access this service from home. For more information, call Library Director Donna Romeo at 201804-2478, ext. 7, or email romeo@lyndhurst.bccls. org.

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obituaries@theobserver.com Carmen Arevalo Carmen Arevalo, of Kearny, died March 8. She was 90. Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Mass was Saturday at Queen of Peace Church, North Arlington. Entombment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Carmen enjoyed her time with Club Espana. Wife of the late Jaime Arevalo, she is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Carmen and Charlie Leone, her sister Manuela Riadigos and granddaughters Diana and Cristina. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Antonio Pereira Antonio Pereira died March He was 80. Born in Portugal, he lived in Newark before moving to North Arlington 10 years ago. Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. A service took place from the funeral home. Entombment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Antonio is survived by his wife Rebeca, son Tony and sisters Maria and Celeste. William Todd

William Todd, of Holmdel, died surrounded by his devoted family at Riverview

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Medical Center, Red Bank, on March 4. He was 79. Born and raised in Kearny, he moved to Holmdel to raise his family, where he lived for 45 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Elaine Foscato Todd; his children, Sandra Collins, Christine Salsano, Gary Kenthack, Steven and Jeffery and his wife Gina. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren; three brothers, Thomas, Donald and Gary; and two sisters, Mary Walsh and Judith Platt. He was predeceased by his parents, three sisters and two brothers. William worked for Roofers Local No. 4 for 30 years before retiring 17 years ago. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and summers at his lake house. A funeral Mass was celebrated at Mary Mother of God Church, Middletown. Laurel Funeral Home, Keansburg, was in charge. For more information or to leave condolences, visit www. laurelfuneralhome.net. Josefina Rego de Millet Josefina Rego de Millet died March 9. She was six days shy of her 107th birthday. Visiting was Sunday, March 12, at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. Entombment will be in Spain. Josefina was the wife of the late Antonio Millet. She was the mother of Manuel Millet, Jose Millet, Elvira Parada and the late Antonio Millet. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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Western Electric, Newark, Christina Nidowicz (Joseph) for five years in the computer and Michael (Yolanda). He’s department. also survived by dear siblings Terry was very involved in Eugene Gilmore (Maureen) his community and over the and Sharon Catrambone (late years, volunteered his time Ronald), cherished grandas a coach for the Harrison children, Christina, Briana, Little League as well as being Amber, Michael and Haley a high school football referee O’Donnell, Michael, Alexa throughout Hudson, Essex and and Gina Tortorello, Avery Union counties. and Rylie Garing, Michael, He also served on the board Keira and Haleyne Gilmore, of the Harrison Police and Michelle Predi and JoJo NidoFireman’s Federal Credit wicz and his sister-in-law, AniUnion in Harrison, and was a ta Gilmore. He is also survived member of the Irish American by many nieces, nephews and Club of Kearny and the Harcousins. rison East Newark Elks, BPOE He was predeceased by 2326. parents John and Marie GilHe also volunteered with more (nee Noon), his brothTerence ‘Terry’ Gilmore Holy Cross Church and the ers, Kevin and John, sister Terence “Terry” Gilmore of Harrison Seniors Center. He Kathleen Russell (Eddie), Kearny, died Sunday, March 12, was well liked by all who son-in-law, Michael Tortorello, at Englewood Medical Center knew him. and brother-in-law Ronald after a short illness. He is survived by his beCatrambone. He was 70. loved wife, Judith (nee Cifelli) In lieu of flowers, the famThe funeral will be conduct- of 46 years, loving children, ily requests donations to the ed from the Mulligan Funeral Sharon Tortorello (late American Lung Association, Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Michael), Donna O’Donnell in care of the funeral home, in Harrison, on Friday, March 17, (Michael), Debbie Gilmore, loving memory of Terry. at 10:15 a.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Harrison, at 11 a.m. Friends may call on Thursday, March 16, from 4 to 8 p.m. and Friday after 9:30 a.m. Cremation will be private. Mario Teixeira, IV, Manager, NJ Lic. #3757 For directions or to send Mario Teixeira, Jr. Director, NJ Lic. #2542 • Monique Teixeira, Director, NJ Lic. #4048 condolences to his family, visit Newly renovated family owned and operated funeral home with multiple locations. www.mulliganfh.com. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish. Handicapped Accessible. Born in Newark, Terry was raised along with his five sib138 DAVIS AVE. • KEARNY, NJ 07032 lings in Harrison before mov(201) 991-2265 www.buyusfuneralhome.com ing to Kearny 40 years ago. He graduated from Montclair State College in 1975 with a bachelor’s degree. He was a retired Battalion Chief for the Harrison Fire Department, where he worked for many years, retiring in 2010. During that time, he was also a gym teacher on his days off for East Newark School. Prior to that, he worked for Irene M. Suvajac Irene M. Suvajac, of Kearny, (nee Przebieglec) died March 10. She was 73. Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. Cremation was private. Irene was the wife of the late Milos and is survived by her children Michele Gizzi (John), Michael Suvajac and John Suvajac (Adria). Also surviving are her grandchildren Nicholas and Madison. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the American Cancer Society.

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BELLEVILLE lovely 6 large rooms, 2 1/2 BR’s, LR & DR. Very large EIK w/refrigerator, All H/W floors Throughout house. 2nd fl. close to schools, park, shopping and NYC Commute. $1,600/ month + utilities. (973) 759-5929.

HARRISON 4 room, 2 BR, LR, Kitchen, Bath. H/W Floors, $1,600/ month + utilities. New efficient boiler, Brand new window, No pets. (973) BELLEVILLE 3 BR’s, LR, 900-0486. DR 6 large rooms, 2nd fl. $1,800/month includes HT/HW. Lovely Brand HARRISON spacious new EIK with cherry wood 7 room apt. Includes 3 cabinets. Granite Coun- BR, 2 Baths, $1900 + 1 tertops & Island table month security & realw/granite. All Stainless tors fee, utilities not Steel appliances French included, available now door refridg, also built-in call 201-889-2652 microwave. All new European Flooring Throughout the house. Beautiful Bay window. Crystal HARRISON 2 BR, LR, Chandelier in DR. Close Kitchen, Bath. $1,600/ to all schools, highways, month. 1 month security. shopping & transporta- no pets. Close to PATH. tion. (973) 759-5929. Avl. April 1st. (973) 9004049.

BELLEVILLE Rent now a 1 BR, 1 Bath, Garden apt. Call (201) 450-1370 $1,100/month. HT/HW included. no pets. BELLEVILLE Recently Renovated, 2nd fl. 2 BR, Large LR, DR, Kitchen. $1,350/month. 1 1/2 months security. Avl. April 15th. (973) 985-8188.

HARRISON HARRISON E.Newark 3 BR apt. 1 Bath LR & Kitchen. 1 parking space. access to Backyard w/built in BBQ. $1,850/month + utilities. 1 1/2 months security. 15 min to PATH. Close to transportation & Schools. (973) 517-1535.

HARRISON 2 BR, Kitchen, LR, all utilities separate. $1,100/month. 1 month security. Avl. April 1st. (201) 618-6984 after 11am.

KEARNY KEARNY Studio apt. located on Devon and Stewart. HT/ HW included. Nice location. No pets. $850/month. If interested contact Joann (973) 699-3146.

KEARNY Newly renovated, 1st fl. 2 BR, DR, LR Kitchen. Garage, Use of Backyard. HT/HW Included. Basement, Washer/ Dryer Hook-up. Storage. No pets. $1,650/month HARRISON Large 1 BR 1-1/2 months security. apt, $950 + utilities and Available now. (201) 759security, No Pets, (201) 4667 after 6pm. 991-6942 HARRISON 519 Central Ave. 3 BR, 2 Bath, Garage & parking space included. 1 1/2 months security. Alv Now. (646) 675-5113

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KEARNY Newly renovated, hardwood floors. Laundry onsite. HT/HW included. 2 BR start at $1,200. 1 BR start at $975. Jr. 1 BR start at $925. (201) 289-7096

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KEARNY ELM COURT Kearny’s Best Kept Secret. 732 Elm St. 1 BR from $895. NYC commuter bldg. Call Alan 201-955-4334 or PJ 973-992-1555 ext 1. Affiliated Management. KEARNY Studio, $680/ month. No Kitchen. All utilities included. 1 1/2 month security. Avl. Now. (551) 580-6450. KEARNY 1st fl. Bright 3 BR apt. LR, DR, Large Kitchen & Pantry. H/W floors. Convenient Location. No pets. No smoking. $1,200/month + utilities. 1 month security. (201) 998-0345. KEARNY Arlington section 2 fl apt, 2 BR/1BA, Office, LR, EIK, H/W, CAC, No pets, No smoking, utilities separate, 1 1/2 months security. $1400/ month. Avl. now. (973) 207-5608 KEARNY 3 Rooms, 1 BR, $1,050/month. HT & HW included. No pets. No pets. (973) 960-3531

LYNDHURST LYNDHURST 2 room apt. w/laundry. utilities included. Call (201) 9640696 (973) 900-1852. LYNDHURST Spacious 1 BR renovated apt. on 2nd fl. of classic building in residential neighborhood. No elevator. EIK w/wood cabinets. stove, refridg. Dishwasher & ceramic Tile floor. H/W throughout rest of apt. Laundry in building. No pets. No smoking. 1 block to NYC commuter Train/ Bus. Mins by car to access cosmopolitan area. $995/month + utilities. Security. $1,490. Avl. immediately. Application, credit check and ability to pay required. $25 appl. Fee. (551) 226-0566. LYNDHURST 3 BR, 2 full baths, Laundry room, LR & DR. C/A. $2,150/ month. 1 month security. Near NYC Transportation. No smoking. No pets. Credit check required. Avl. May 1st. John (201) 655-4663/4664 btw 9am-5pm.

N.ARLINGTON 2 bedroom apt. in 2 family house. 2nd floor. $1,200/ mo. + utilities + 1 month security. 6 month lease. (201) 997-7095 (201) 390-0215. Call after 5pm. N.ARLINGTON 2nd fl. 5 Large rooms, 2 block from NY transportation. no pets. no smoking. 1 1/2 months security. (973) 517-1342.

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1 BR with open Loft Full Bath, Dishwasher Laundry Facility. Center of Town. Walking distance to Bus/NYC. Shop Rite on Franklin Ave. $1,495/month. Totally Renovated. Avl. Now. (973) 420- 1235 or (973) 953-9331.

HOUSE FOR SALE BELLEVILLE /Nutley Border, 2 BR, 2 bathroom, Ranch. Finished basement, large backyard, garage parking. $219,900. Must sell. No realtors. Karen (973) 747-7654.

N.ARLINGTON Large Apartment in Great Condition. New Hardwood Floors, EIK, 2 Large Bedrooms, Bath and Large LR. $1350 /month. 1.5 months security. Utilities ROOM separate except cold water. No Pets. No SmokFOR RENT ing. Credit/Background Check req. Contact: KEARNY off Kearny Ave. Diogo Santos (201) 6933rd fl. Clean, Small Kitch3480. enette, $450/month. 1 1/2 months security. No pets. Avl. April 1st. (973) N.ARLINGTON 1st fl. 668-8305 Large 2 BR, LR, EIk, Dishwasher, Microwave, H/W floors, 1 car garage. KEARNY rooms for rent. Front and Back Porch. $450/month. 1 month W/D Hook-up. Storage. security. no smoking. $1,500/month. 1/2 Male preferred. Avl. Feb. months security. No pets. 15th. (201) 600-1863 No smoking. C/A. Avl. June 1st. Credit check room required. (201) 997-0208. N.ARLINGTON for rent, $550/month. 1 month security. everything included. Female preferred. Avl. now. Leave N.ARLINGTON 2 BR garden apt. $1,250/ message (201) 719-0844. month. HT/HW included. Parking space. No pets. (201) 342- 2206. KEARNY room for rent.

CAR FOR SALE 2012 Black Nissan Sentra SL, w/sunroof, GPS, Rear Camera, Dealer maintained. 73,000 miles. Remote starter. New tires. $8,500 or B.O. (201) 2326361

To place an ad call: 201-991-1600 classified@theobserver.com HALL FOR RENT Hall Available Mid week special. Price Break-Call Parties, Business Meeeting, & Functions (201) 991-9865 (203) 864-8243 Max 80 people.

STORE FOR RENT LYNDHURST Small store or office on busy st. $795/ month. Also aval. larger store $995/month (973) 760-4877

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Office Nice building, parking. 850 sq. ft. up, 850 sq. ft. down. $1,500/month. Avl. Immediately. (201) 509-6965 KEARNY Professional office space on Kearny Ave. 1 ½ months security. 1,000 sq.ft. Proximity to PATH & Bus lines. Avl. Now. (201) 362-5028. (201) 889-3118

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SERVICES OFFERED Friendly & Reliable Transportation to all Airports. Speak Spanish, Portuguese & English. (201) 998-7011

Truck Parking in Belleville, secure lot. Fenced in for $450/month. 1 month 10 trucks. Avl. immedisecurity. no smoking. ately. (201) 310-4433 N.ARLINGTON Studio Male preferred. Avl. Now. apt. 1st fl. HT/HW & park- (201) 600-1863 ing included. no pets. 1 Pre-pay and take month security. $625/ advantage of these month. (201) 401-0488. N.ARLINGTON Room for rent 1 1/2months deals: security. no pets. $620/ N.ARLINGTON 2 BR, month. HT/HW included laundry room, $1,325/ + parking. Single person. month + utilities. 1 1/2 Female preferred. (201) months security. No 401-0488. smoking. credit check required. Near TransporHELP WANTED: tation. Avl. Now. (201) 844-4231. Pay first week, get

W.ORANGE W.ORANGE 1.5 rooms, $625/month + security. Partially furnished. Avl. April 1st. Private entrance & shower. References. No smoking. No pets. Near trans. Gentlemen preferred. (973) 994-0439.

DRIVER/WAREHOUSE Reliable, responsible person needed for dynamically growing manufacturing company. Duties include deliveries involving the tri-state area, receiving, shipping and stock room. CDL Class B preferred. Excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K with company match. Qualified individuals should apply at 147 N. Michigan Ave., Kenilworth, NJ. Must have copy of driving abstract to be considered.

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Reliable, responsible person needed for dynamically growing manufacturer in busy shipping and receiving area. Experience and able to operate a forklift a must. Excellent benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K with company match. Qualified individuals should apply at 147 N. Michigan Ave., Kenilworth, NJ

CARPENTRY: Want to join a winning team with growth potential? Looking to hire full time, motivated carpenters, Assistant foreman and foreman for a top tier residential framing Contractor. Must have good communication skills and your own transportation. We offer competitive pay, Paid Time Off / Medical and Dental Benefits, Life insurance and 401K participation. Contact: (609)-860-8790

Looking for FT Lead Teacher w/experience for Child care Center. For more Info. Call (201) 998-8100.

Full time Landscaper w/experience. Call 201-998-1262. FT Day & Night Drivers Wanted! Apply in person at Schuyler Cab 505 Schuyler Ave. Kearny.. Must Have Clean Record.

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AROUND TOWN from grade and continuing through eighth grade. The program develops skills such as technique, stamina, speed, reflexes and imagination. The program lasts five weeks. Online Registration is now available at register.communitypass.net/Nutley. Forms may also be turned in to the Parks & Recreation Department, 44 Park Ave., prior to the first session on Friday, April 7. Classes are filled first-come, first-served. Lessons are given at Msgr. Owens Park. For more information, call 973-284-4966, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ••• The Tri-County Camera Club of Nutley announces its March and April meeting schedule. All meetings are at Nutley High School in the teachers’ cafeteria and begin at 8 p.m. The schedule is as follows: • March 14 — Club member Bill Barr teaches how to enhance your images in your camera by using multi-expo-

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T ilight, SUV, 4-Cyl, 1.4L, FRWD, Auto w/OD, TC, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Tw Cnt Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Telescopic, Alloys, T/Glas, Sec Sys, Keyless Ebony Twilight, VIN#HB09807 MSRP: $25,825. Based on 39 Mo Closed End Lease. $2,090 due at delivery includes $1,495 down Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, R/Camera, Bluetooth, Stk#17-331, VIN#HB098076, there Total payments: $4,902. Residual Value: $14,740. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified. payment & $0 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter.

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VERANO $

Lease per mo.x 39 mos*

179 198 249

Lease per mo.x 39 mos* 2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

MPG HWY

Summit White, 4-Cyl, FRWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, P/Winds/Lcks/ Mrrs, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, Nav, OnStar, Stk# 17-277, VIN#H9149263, MSRP: $30,500. Based on 39 Month Closed End Lease. $2590 due at delivery includes $1995 down payment & $0 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $6,802. Residual Value: $15,250. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified.

SPORT TOURING

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

MPG HWY

Quicksilver Metallic, 2.4L, I4, Auto, FWD, AM/FM/CD/Satellite, OnStar w/4G LTEPAYMENT Wifi Hotspot, P/Winds/Lcks/Htd Mrrs, Blue$0 DOWN tooth, 7” LED Touchscreen, Stk#17-123, VIN#5H4104824. MSRP: $25,575. Based on a 39 Month Closed End Lease. $1,193 due at delivery includes $995 down payment $0 1st months payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr. excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $7,524. Residual Value: $13,554. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified

2-YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE

MPG HWY

Ebony Twilight, V6, FWD, Auto, P/S/ABS, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Dual/Side Curtain Impact Air Bags, 7-Passanger, P/Winds/Lcks/Mrrs, Cruise, Alloys, T/Gls, Sec Sys, Keyless Entry, CD/Satellite, 6.5” Touchscreen, OnStar, Stk#17-103, VIN#HJ120752, MSRP: $40,635. Based on 39 Mo Closed End Lease. $2,590 due at delivery includes $1,995 down payment & $0 1st Payment. $595 bank fee. 10,000 mi/yr excess mi @ $.25 thereafter. Total payments: $9,711. Residual Value: $22,755. Includes Lease Conquest if qualified.

HUGE SELECTION OF BELLAVIA CERTIFIED & PRE-OWNED VEHICLES 2016 CHEVROLET

2013 BUICK

MALIBU LS

16,495

White, Stk#15635, VIN#GF258877, 1.5L, I4, Auto, FRWD, 7” Touchscreen, Trac Cntrl, P/Winds/Lcks, Dual Air Bags, P/S/ABS, P/Winds/Lcks, 12,415mi.

VERANO

15,444

White Diamond, Stk#15385, VIN#D4188273, 2.4L, I4, FWD, Auto, MP3/USB/Satellite, 7” Touchscreen, Bose Sound, 18” Whlsm Lthr, Fog Lamps, Htd Sts, 19,086mi.

2015 CHEVROLET

2014 BUICK

SILVERADO 1500 LT

30,995

Black, Stk#15693, VIN#FG187178, 5.3L, 8-Cyl, Crew Cab, 8” Touchscreen, AM/FM/Satellite, Bluetooth, OnStar, 4G LTE WiFi Hotspot, 18” Whls, Fog Lamps, Remote Start, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, Rr Camera, Htd Sts, 14,488mi.

LACROSSE

2012 BUICK

REGAL PREMIUM 1

15,998

LACROSSE

15,998

Summit White, Stk#15454, VIN#C9138303, Auto, 2.0L, I4, CD/MP3/Satellite, iPod Connectivity, 7” Color Touchscreen, Sunroof, Htd Sts, Bluetooth, 13,398mi.

2016 BUICK

CASCADA CONVERTIBLE

Black, Stk#15521, VIN#CF168421, 3.6L, 6-Cyl, Lthr, AM/FM/CD/Satellite/MP3/USB, Bluetooth, A/C, Cruise, Trac Cntrl, Spoiler, 18” Whls, P/S/ABS, 36,850mi.

2016 BUICK

ENCLAVE PREMIUM AWD

GM Executive Demo

21,993

Diamond White, Stk#15402, VIN#EF268740, 3.6L, V6, FWD, Auto, Lthr, CD/USB/Satellite, Navigation, Bluetooth, 8” Touchscreen, P/S/ABS, A/C, 6,278mi.

29,467

Black, Stk#15630, VIN#GG006264, 1.6L, 4-Cyl, Auto, 2-Dr, Conv’t, Lthr, CD/DVD/Satellite/USB/MP3, Nav, R/Camera, 7” Touchscreen, Sec Sys, A/C w/Clim Cntrl, P/S/ABS, Bluetooth, 1,926mi.

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/Camera, Remote Start, Lthr, 15,574mi.

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