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Photo by David Flores Though our lives have been changed drastically over the last few weeks, at least one thing has remained constant — the beauty of the Cherry Blossoms in Branch Brook Park. And though we can’t enjoy them in person this year, and despite the annual festival being canceled, they’ll still be there in 2021 for us all, where hope springs eternal.

Belleville market cited for igonoring emergency: police By Kevin Canessa kc@theobserver.com The operator of a crowded Belleville farmer’s market was issued a

summons Friday, April 3, for reportedly violating Gov. Philip D. Murphy’s executive order to observe social distancing during the COVID-19 state of emergency, Mayor Michael

Melham’s office said late last week. The summons was issued that day at about 2 p.m. at Garden Farm Market, 345 Franklin Avenue. Police Chief Mark Minichini said

his department had been receiving complaints customers inside the market were not keeping the mandatory See MARKET, Page 19

IN THIS WEEK’S EDITION Take Out Food Directory......................................................Page 5

Health & Wellness Directory..................................................Page 10

Opinon...................................................................................Page 6

Obituaries................................................................................Page 13

Bridging the Gap..................................................................Page 7

Tax Time...................................................................................Page 14

Food & Dining Directory......................................................Page 8

Classiﬁeds ........................................................................ Pages 17-18

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Three fatalities so far in Harrison, none yet in East Newark By Kevin Canessa kc@theobserver.com

he Town of Harrison says its Health Department continues to monitor the COVID-19 crisis on a daily basis. As of April 5, there have been 76 positive COVID-19 cases reported. As of that date, three fatalities were reported. Two men have died, aged 74 and 75. And one woman has died, aged 75. The Harrison Health Department reports all three had “underlying health conditions” that may have contributed to their deaths. Mayor James A. Fife continues to remind residents of the following: • ALL municipal government operations are continuing despite very tight restrictions implemented by Gov. Murphy to halt the spread of the virus.

• While Harrison must limit public access to town buildings, services continue. • Police, Fire and Ambulance services continue without limitation (973-483-4100). • The Town Clerk (973268-2425), Tax Collector (973-268-2438), Construction (973-268-2446), Finance (973-268-2433) & Vital Statistics (973-268-2444) departments remain open to serve — please call ahead for guidance. • Meals-on-Wheels are being delivered every day (973-268-2463). • Public Works employees are in town sweeping the streets, collecting garbage and keeping infrastructure going (973-268-2296). Please remember: do not leave discarded gloves, masks or other personal protective equipment in the streets. Sweepers can’t get to all street trash as parking regulations, as a courtesy, are still suspended.

• When in doubt, please call the Mayor’s Office at (973) 268-2444. “Please practice social distancing (staying 6 feet apart from others) when you can, wash your hands often, and avoid touching your face. If you are sick — stay home, avoid contact with others and contact your health-care provider,” Fife said. “Harrisoni-

ssex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo Jr. (seen in photo at right) has tested positive for COVID-19, his office announced today. Here’s a statement from Joe D below: “Today, Wednesday, I learned that I tested positive for the Coronavirus. I decided to get tested after experiencing a fever for several days and have been self-quarantined since March 21. “So far, my symptoms have been mild, and I have been

feeling alright. By working remotely, I have not allowed this virus to prevent me from serving our communities and the residents of Essex County. “II implore everyone to practice social distancing, wash your hands frequently, limit your movements in public — and stay home. We are in the midst of a public health crisis. “The prudent actions we take now will determine how severe the impacts of the Coronavirus will be later.” We’ll update you when more information is available.

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East Newark Meanwhile, in East Newark, cases doubled over the last week from 6 to 12. Mayor Dina M. Grilo, who is facing an epic crisis in the first four months of her mayoralty, continues to communicate with her residents.

“We can’t stress this message enough, please stay home and help flatten the curve,” Grilo said. She updates her Facebook page daily at www.facebook. com/mayorgrilo. Please visit the page and let seniors or others who might not have Facebook access of her updates.

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elleville is using a unique new methodology to ensure home inspections may continue through the Coronavirus pandemic. Construction officials are employing video-conferencing technology to safely conduct virtual home inspections in an example of the Township of Belleville’s ongoing efforts to offer essential services to residents during this health crisis. Township Construction Official Frank DeLorenzo said members of his department have been using Zoom — a free, popular program typically used to remotely host group meetings — to

view homes’ interiors and exteriors. The technology is important because it has allowed for the sales of homes in the township to proceed during the pandemic in which stringent social distancing measures have been enacted. To date, township officials have conducted 12 home inspections using the remote technology. At a typical home inspection, the official would have to walk through the inside and outside of a home with the sellers, the sellers’ real estate agent and the buyers’ real estate agent there, as well. With the new process, a real estate agent launches Zoom on a mobile phone and begins to transmit video back to the construction offices. From

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the safety of desktop computers, officials may see the home as the real estate agent walks along the inside and outside of the home. From gutters to the basement, they get a bird’s-eye view. “We found that it really works well because not only can we see the home clearly, but we can communicate with the agent,” DeLorenzo said. “We can tell (the agent) to move in a certain direction or to zoom in closer if there’s something that requires a closer look. We’ll have the agent get close to the boiler so we can inspect that, for example. We’ll have the agent test the smoke detectors. We will walk the agent through every step of the inspection process.” DeLorenzo said the township

began receiving calls from realestate agents soon after the social distancing measures were enacted. They understood the need to adhere to mandates, but needed a way to continue to serve those looking to buy and sell real estate. “We’re pleased with the success of these virtual inspections,” Mayor Michael Melham said. “Home sales can continue in Belleville and we don’t have to sacrifice safety — either by possibly exposing Township workers to COVID-19 or by conducting substandard inspections. We are intent on doing whatever we can under the circumstances to continue to provide essential services to our residents.”

Belleville police chief: Please file non-emergency reports online By Kevin Canessa kc@theobserver.com The Belleville Police Department is asking residents to report all nonemergency incidents through

the municipal website in an attempt to protect those who protect and serve the township. By going online and filling out a report at www. BellevilleNJ.org, township residents will be helping

police officers maintain social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Once a resident completes a report from the website, police will promptly receive the information, process it and

follow up, if applicable. “Residents who use this new online process will save us from dispatching a police officer to interact,” Police Chief Mark Minichini said. “By asking residents to report

minor incidents electronically, we can still serve the public while safely practicing social distancing. This will keep the men and women in our department healthy and (See REPORTS, p. 19)

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he Town of Kearny has a total of 144 known COVID-19 cases, with five fatalities. In the last update, posted Friday, April 3, the town announced that the day prior alone, 38 new positive cases were reported. Those cases included, but were not limited to: a 52-year-old male recovering at home, a 25-year-old male recovering at home, a 64-year-old male recovering at home, a 41-year-old female recovering at home, a 38-yearold male hospitalized at University Hospital, a 41-year-old male hospitalized at Saint Michael’s Medical Center, a 51-year-old male recovering at home, a 4-year-old female recovering at home. Also, a 38-year-old male recovering at home, a 37-year-old male recovering at home, a 61-year-old female recovering at home, a 58-year-old male

recovering at home, a 37-year-old male recovering at home, a 59-year-old female hospitalized at University Hospital, a 40-year-old female recovering at home, a 17-year-old female recovering at home, a 36-year-old female hospitalized at Saint Michael’s Medical Center, a 53-year-old male recovering at home, an 85-year-old male hospitalized at Clara Maass Medical Center and a 29-year-old female recovering at home. There are also 22 people who have tested positive who have “activities” in Kearny, but who are not residents. Of the 5 known fatalities, the last two, according to the town, include a 71-year-old woman who was living at Job Haines, Bloomfield and a 75-yearold woman who was living at Alaris at Belgrove. “All residents should stay at home unless they are considered an essential employee,” the Town Health Department notes. “While shopping at essential businesses such as food stores and pharmacies is permitted, residents

should limit those activities as much as possible and take precautions such as not touching public surfaces, using disinfectant and washing their hands regularly. “Residents who exhibit any symptoms such as coughing or sneezing, or have a fever, should immediately self-quarantine at home and contact their physician. Leaving the house while showing any symptoms poses a high risk of exposing other members of the community to coronavirus.”

KPD: 44-year-old violates restraining order, sent to county By Kevin Canessa kc@theobserver.com

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In his last published message to the public on April 3, Mayor Alberto G. Santos (seen at left) issued stern warnings about what lies ahead. “We’re not close to flattening the infection curve in the state or in Kearny,” Santos wrote. “The New Jersey State of Emergency order, which mandates stay at home except for essential workers or visits to essential businesses like supermarkets, is only two weeks old. Although that coincides with the disease incubation period of up to two weeks, the numbers won’t go down yet because there have been delays in testing and getting test results back. “Plus, as testing becomes more widely available in the coming weeks, there will be more infections diagnosed. So please stay home, wear gloves and a mask if you must leave your home (a handkerchief or scarf around the nose and mouth if you don’t have a mask), and always practice social distancing! We have to flatten the infection curve!”

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Thoughts & Views EDITORIAL

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Just before everything hit with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mayor and Council in Harrison made several protions within the town’s Police and Fire departments. In the coming weeks, look for profiles of the members who were promoted. In the meantime, we wish all of Harrison’s first responders — and first responders everywhere — all the very best as they continue to serve our communities during these trying times.

f there is one place you don’t want to find yourselves these days, it’s the local Walmart. And it’s not for anything Walmart’s done. In fact, they’ve taken incredibly smart steps to ensure social distancing occurs. • There are measured lines to make certain people don’t get too close to each other — at the prescribed 6-foot distance — at checkouts. • There are warning signs everywhere. • There are hand wipes everywhere. • There are cart wipes everywhere. But there’s just one major problem. Most people are walking around the store as if they had not a care in the world. In a recent visit to the store, an Observer employee witnessed: • Children running around the store, unattended, bumping into to people. • Adults touching items with their bare hands and putting them back on the shelves after also touching their mouths. • Adults lined up for checkout with about a one-foot distance between them and the people ahead of them and behind them. • Scores of people pushing their carts around without any regard for others who are also attempting to shop, too busy texting or talking on the phone to notice they’re inches away from others. Folks, to say the least, the place was a cesspool, a breeding ground for this virus — and for the most part, people couldn’t care less for the orders of social distancing. And if it’s happening at Walmart, it has to be happening elsewhere, doesn’t it? Attend this place at your own risk. And you had better bring gloves, masks, scarves and the like. Because if you don’t, do not expect others to care. You have been forewarned!

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Has middle school changed me for the better? By Jessica Mota Washington Middle School

omething changed during my third year of middle school.

My ability to focus and learn was obstructed by the need for an impressive social life. It’s eighth-gradeitis. Much like seniors in high school, this is the year where everyone feels like they need to leave their mark. Everyone’s preparing for graduation and competing for the spot as valedictorian. But while our levels of excitement for high school are soaring, our levels of attention in class plummet. Suddenly I am staring out the window or sharing

glares with my friend across the room instead of paying attention to the video about how the American Revolution reshaped the world or how much kinetic energy is in a moving rollercoaster. Although that did happen quite often than not, in recent years. My grades are declining more and my decision to join two sports teams this year didn’t help with my mind’s unwillingness to finish homework after school because now I came home later and more tired and unmotivated.

due in the morning, but I don’t feel any guilt. Waking up early or doing homework before class should’ve urged me to change that habit, but I didn’t because I liked the company of friends, I liked the idea of being liked, I wanted to feel important because somehow, I was imbued with the want for appreciation. This may make me sound self-indulged, but I don’t think I’m the only one who wanted to be liked in middle

school. My free time was very limited as I either had a meeting for one of my clubs, a school event, practice or a game, or I made plans with someone. But I liked it that way because I felt like I had more obligation and that being outside of the house all the time somehow meant I was more accomplished. Eighth-gradeitis seems to have hit me hard and I don’t know how to stop it. I need to stop my unhealthy habits and definitely work on my time management because

that is a skill I have yet to obtain. I need to work harder on improving myself as a student and as a person. I know what I need to do but, it’s hard to put words into actions. Middle school changed me — and I have yet to find out if it was for better or for worse. The writer, Jessica Mota, is an eighth-grader at Washington Middle School, Harrison.

Homework … it felt more like a punishment than practice or a step in my learning process. I was impeding my ability to learn and focus by going to the park instead of finishing my assignment that was

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yndhurst Mayor Robert B. Giangeruso issued an impassioned letter late last week to residents of the township

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have received the letter, we reprint it here to update those residents. “We have all seen our lives forcibly turned upside down by the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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The stress that we are all experiencing because of the uncertainty that the virus causes, coupled with the isolation from our family and friends and the loss of loved ones, can be overwhelming. This is a time for unity among us and for prayers. “I lost my cousin, Pat Paolini, to COVID-19, and I feel as many of you do, saddened and helplessness against this new and devastating illness. My cousin Pat fought the good fight, but in the end, the virus claimed his life. He was a former resident of Lyndhurst and an excellent barber. His loss is felt deeply by us who loved and knew him so well, and his energy will be missed in the world. “The loss of my cousin Pat is representative of the many losses that we are experiencing as a community. Many of us know people who are fighting to recover from COVID-19, and unfortunately, many of us have suffered the pain of losing a loved one as well. “However, WE ARE NOT HELPLESS AGAINST THIS VIRUS, although we may have moments where we might feel that way. We can fight this virus, but we have to do it together as a community. We each have to do our part to by staying inside in quarantine until this danger passes. “While you may get sick and recover from the virus, you may also spread the virus to others who may not be able to fight against its devastating effects. It is each individual’s responsibility to look out for their neighbor and practice social distancing if you must go out for essentials. Please dispose of your PPE, such as gloves and masks, properly, and do not leave what may be contaminated materials around for others to come in

to contact with. “Doing something as simple as disposing of your gloves in a proper trash receptacle can avoid someone unnecessarily coming in to contact with COVID-19 and passing it on to others — including yourself or someone you know. We are not in this alone but together and we must be considerate of how our behavior may affect others. “WE CAN STOP THIS VIRUS! We can stop this virus but we must follow all of the CDC’s guidelines which are posted on the Lyndhurst OEM app and our social media platforms daily. “Please, I implore you, for my cousin and the thousands that this virus has already claimed, stay indoors and fight the spread of this enemy. We owe it to our fallen loved ones, to those that are currently fighting for their lives in the ICUs, and to all of the first responders and medical heroes that are risking their lives on the front lines of this battle to care for us each and every day. “We are here to support you, but we need your help to fight this virus with the only tools we have at our disposal. Practice social distancing, stay indoors unless it is absolutely necessary for you to go out, wash your hands thoroughly, dispose of your PPE properly, do not spread false and misleading information and quarantine yourself if you feel sick. “Together, we will beat COVID-19 and we will come out as a unified community that is stronger than ever before. God bless” Meanwhile, as of Monday, April 6, Lyndhurst has 87 positive, known cases and no known fatalities, according to statistics released by Bergen County health authorities.

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The Belleville High School baseball team had a brilliant campaign in 2019, posting a 16-9 record and winning the Super Essex Conference-Colonial Division championship by a comfortable margin over runner-up Glen Ridge. After winning the divisional crown, the Buccaneers will make the quantum leap up to the Liberty Division this season, facing tougher competition. “It’s definitely a challenge,” veteran Belleville head coach Joe Sorce said. “We lost a lot of talent to graduation, so it’s going to be a totally different challenge, but I’m really excited about moving up to the Liberty. We played the entire division last year and did well against them.” The Buccaneers will face Newark Academy twice, Caldwell twice, as well as Cedar Grove, West Orange, Columbia and defending Liberty Division champions Bloomfield as part of the original schedule. If and when the teams come back to play this season after the break due to the coronavirus outbreak, the Buccaneers should be competitive in the tougher division, despite the losses to graduation. One of the main reasons why Sorce is optimistic about the 2020 season is the fact that he has as many as 12 different pitchers

available to throw. So if and when the season gets picked up and the games fall one after another, Sorce will have enough talented pitching to contend with anyone. “Even though we lost a lot of kids, we have a solid group of kids that we feel can be contributors,” Sorce said. “We have a pretty good group of sophomores overall. Before we stopped, we had all of the sophomores competing, so that was nice to see. I think some of those sophomores will be able to help us right away.” Leading the deep pitching staff is junior righthander Kevin Arroyo, who struck out 20 batters in 30 innings pitched last season. “He pitched a lot of big innings for us last year,” Sorce said. Another capable righty is senior Gio Torres, who led the team in innings pitched (31) and is the top returning Buc hurler in strikeouts with 33. Senior Albert Carrero is another right-handed hurler who pitched quality innings last season. “They’re all control guys,” Sorce said. “They all come in with some varsity experience.” Junior righty Anthony Cecere also gained varsity experience last year. See VIEW, Page 11

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Senior right-hander Jason McChesney will be one of the top pitchers for the Kearny High School baseball team this spring. McChesney will also play third base when not pitching.

Kardinals look to have solid baseball season

seniors,” Smart said. “They were the ones who really made the commitment this ave Smart will be- year. But I feel when we get gin his fifth seaback out there, we have a son as the head solid nine in the lineup and baseball coach at that’s really exciting to me.” Kearny High School with Leading the way for the the most amount of promise very deep Kardinal pitching he has had since he took staff is junior right-hander over for Frank Bifulco. Chris Serrano. The multi“Even though we lost talented Serrano, who is some kids from last year, we also a major part of the are ready to go,” Smart said. Kardinal infield, will be “Our kids took the offseathe Kardinals’ ace on the son seriously. They were in mound. the weight room every day. “He’s going to be the one They were hitting a lot and who carry the big games for throwing all winter. They us,” Smart said of Serrano. were ready to play.” “He just loves the game of That’s why the break caused baseball. He’s a very athletic by the coronavirus outbreak kid who loves playing basehas hit home with Smart. ball. He does a lot of things He truly believed he had that other baseball players the makings of a contending can’t do. As a pitcher, he’s team this spring. going to come after you. “I feel really bad for the He’s not afraid of anything By Jim Hague ogsmar@aol.com

and loves the challenge. He’s going to try to beat you with his best. He has a little bit of a chip on his shoulder and I like that.” Senior Greg Drefko will also be a major part of the pitching staff. “He’s a crafty righty,” Smart said of Drefko. “He has a lot of movement on his pitches and comes at you from a lot of different angles.” Senior David Duran is also back. It only seems like the two-time Observer Athlete of the Week has been in high school for about 11 years, but this is his last goround as a Kearny athlete. “I’m ready to make him one of the coaches,” Smart said. “That’s how it feels with David. He’s the type of See KARDINALS, Page 10

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you out on his pitches.” Senior Jack Cullen is a big right-hander. Continued from Page 9 “He’s not going to throw as hard as he is big,” Smart said. kid that if I told him to go put “But he pitches to contact on the catcher’s gear, he’d and trusts his fielders behind do it. He will do whatever is him.” best for the team. You cannot Sophomore Ryan Gill replace a kid like David. I feel might be the pitcher to watch like David has been around on the Kardinals’ staff. The longer than me. He’s just a 6-foot-5 Gill can bring the joy to have.” fastball. Senior Jason McChesney “He’s a big, tall kid who pitched a lot of big innings throws the ball hard,” Smart last year for the Kardinals. said. “He’s working on a The right-hander has a lot changeup. If he masters that grit and determination on the pitch, he’s going to be somemound. thing else.” “He’s another one who is Needless to say, that is a crafty,” Smart said. “He gets deep and talented pitching

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The omnipresent Duran returns to second base, where he has been a fixture for the last four seasons. “David will lead this team by example,” Smart said. “He’s our leadoff hitter and I expect him to have a much better year this year.” When he’s not pitching, Serrano is among the best shortstops in the Hudson County Interscholastic Athletic League. He has tremendous range to go with that stellar arm. When Serrano is on the mound, then the lanky Gill moves over to shortstop. “Gill is a big, athletic kid,” Smart said. “But there’s no doubt who our shortstop is.” McChesney will play third base when he’s not pitching. “He had a very good year last year,” Smart said of McChesney. “He’s like our sleeper. Jason is in great shape and he’s come ready to play this year.” Senior Jack Michaels is the left fielder. He’s poised to be an everyday player. Senior Russell Richard moves over from left field to become the Kardinals’ centerfielder this spring. “He can more than handle

himself in center,” Smart said. The right field duties will be a combination of Drefko and a pair of seniors in Vinnie Ruccatano and Aiden Espinal. The Kardinals won only six times in 2019. If and when the ban is lifted and the locals can return to their respective fields of play, the Kardinals will be a vastly improved bunch this time around. “I am thinking just one game at a time,” Smart said. The Kardinals lost their first eight games last season and never really recovered. “I think if we can string together a few wins, we can be fine,” Smart said. “Last season was the worst season I ever had in baseball. I can’t see that happening again. We don’t have a lot of amazing players, but we have a bunch of good players. It’s a close group that does a lot of things together. We have a group of quality kids. I think that’s our biggest weapon, the way we get along.” Now if only the close-knit Kardinals have a season to play for.

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to play third base, along with Abramson and Bian. Anthony Cecere will play Continued from Page 9 in the outfield, along with Arroyo and Torres. “He got better as the year Senior Sal Petrosino will went on,” Sorce said. also see time in the outfield, Junior righty Joe Abramalong with promising sophoson allowed only one earned more Chris Vitale. run in spot duty last year. Albert Carrero will see Others to see time in the some time in the outfield Belleville pitching staff inas well. The senior was the clude senior righty Anthony Bucs’ leading hitter last year, Wnek, senior righty Nolberto batting .410 with 13 RBI last Valentin and sophomore season. He will be in the right-handers Victor Bian and lineup somewhere. Colin Cook. “He has a good bat,” Sorce “We can do a lot with that said of Carrero. “I’m excited pitching staff,” Sorce said. about him. I’m also excited The Bucs have three catchabout the Ramirez kid.” ers to work with in junior Needless to say, it should be Jason Miranda and sophoPhoto by Jim Hague an exciting season for Sorce mores E.J. Molina and Andre Junior pitcher/second baseman Jiustino Cecere will play a big part for the and the Bucs, if it ever gets Barroso. Belleville High School baseball team. going in the first place. At first base, the Bucca“I can see a lot of teams gocan swing a good bat for the “He gets on base and he’s neers have been bolstered ing to 3-to-4 pitchers a game,” Bucs. As a sophomore last very good at stealing bases.” by junior Brandon Ramirez, Sorce said. “If it gets to that, season, Cicere batted .317 Shortstop duties will fall to a transfer from Paramus then I like our chances.” with 18 RBI, top numbers for seniors Wnek, Valentin and Catholic. Especially in those long any returning letter winner. sophomore Matt McCann. “He’s doing a good job games that will go three Cicere, the twin brother of Junior Adiel DeLeone there,” Sorce said before his hours long and use a host of pitcher Anthony, can also fly. missed a lot of last season team got shut down because pitchers. The Buccaneers of of the COVID-19 outbreak. “It He stole a team-high 32 bases with a thumb injury, but he’s Belleville are well armed. for a Belleville team that liked back and healthy this season looks like he’s a good hitter. He’s going to help us if he can to run. “He’s good getting on base,” swing the bat.” Sorce said of Jiustino Cecere. Junior Jiustino Cecere

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n a reverse 911 message, North Arlington Mayor Daniel H. Pronti offered updates to the residents of the borough as to the latest developments in the fight against COVID-19. We offer you that information here in case you do not have access to the reverse 911 or if you’re not on Facebook. (N.B.: To get on the reverse 911 list, send your telephone number to pburns@ northarlington.org.) Among Pronti’s updates: • From April 10 to April 17,

the North Arlington Board of Education will have spring break. Pronti implors parents to not treat this as if it is a

regular spring break. Do not allow the kids out in groups. Congregating will not be tolerated. Regular, on-line

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and maintain the street in front of their property. Keep us proud. • Playgrounds and sports facilities remain closed, but borough-operated parks remain open for walking, jogging and getting fresh air. Congregating is absolutely prohibited. Editor’s note: While borough-operated parks remain open, all Bergen County-operated parks are closed. The same is true of Essex County-operated parks. “These are difficult times for everyone, so we must all stay focused on supporting each other and not lashing out,” Pronti said. “We are North Arlington. Let’s continue making a difference. Everyone is concentrating on their physical health, but let’s not forget about our mental health. Please remain positive and seek out a friend if you need to talk. I am always available. Stay safe, stay strong and stay well.” As of Monday, April 6, North Arlington has 53 reported COVID-19 cases and no known fatalities, according to statistics released by Bergen County health authorities.

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Obituaries Kearny. He graduated from Kearny Maureen E. Halpin of High School and was the startKearny died March 21, 2020. ing goalie for the ice hockey She was 76. team from 2014 until 2017. Born and raised in Jersey Austin was a receiving clerk City, she was the daughter of at Tele-Measurements in the late John and Mae (Daum) Clifton. Halpin. He is survived by his parMaureen held a master’s ents, Denise (nee Donnelly) degree and had a successful and Frank Sroczynski; one siscareer working as a parole ter, Danielle Curry Pickel and officer for the State of New her husband, Connor Pickel; Jersey. grandparents, Catherine and She was the sister of Eileen Daniel Feenie and Edna SrocSarese, Brian Halpin and zynski. Austin. He also leaves Kathleen Halpin. She is also behind many aunts, uncles, survived by her nieces Eileen, cousins and friends. Elana and JoAnna and her Austin was an incredible nephew John along with their young man with a kind generfamilies. ous heart. He loved listening Private burial arrangements to music and making people were by the Armitage & Wiglaugh. He was an avid sports gins Funeral Home, Kearny. fan and supported the PittsBurial was in the family plot in burgh Steelers, Boston Red Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sox, Boston Celtics and the Arlington. New York Rangers. In lieu of flowers, kindly Austin’s spirit will live on in consider a donation to St. Jude the many lives he will touch Children’s Hospital in Memthrough organ and tissue phis or the St. Joseph’s Indian donation. School in South Dakota. Due to the restrictions placed on occupancy in public LINDA ATWELL spaces by the State of New Linda Atwell (nee Ingram) Jersey in the ongoing efforts to of Kearny died March 31, limit the spread of the Coro2020. navirus (COVID-19), Austin’s She turned 72 on March 30. funeral arrangements are Private arrangements were private. by the Armitage & Wiggins FuIn lieu of flowers, donations neral Home, Kearny. Linda’s in Austin’s name may be made remains were entombed at to Epilepsy Services of New a Mausoleum in Holy Cross Jersey, 50 Millstone Road, Cemetery, North Arlington. Building 300, Suite 301, East Linda is survived by her Windsor, N.J. 08520 (epileploving husband Jesse, her syservicesnj.org) or to the NJ children Tommy and Kelly Sharing Network Foundation, and cherished grandchildren 691 Central Ave., New ProviMary Catherine, Brian, Jake, dence, N.J. 07974 (njsharingMax and Paige. She also leaves network.org). behind her lovable “granddogA life celebration for Austin gie” Reggie. will take place May 31, 2020, In lieu of flowers, kindly his 20th birthday. consider a donation to the Where Angles Play Foundation.

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in establishing and expandHe is survived by his loving wife, Lena (nee Devingo) and ing vocational arts in Kearny Peter G. Bienko died April Schools including medical and his children, Donald Gavin Jr. 2, 2020. and his wife, Denise; Robin dental assisting, home ecoHe was 70. nomics, auto, construction and Gavin, Mary Kurdyla, Susan Peter lived many years in Gavin, Joseph Gavin and many other programs. Kearny and Lyndhurst. James Gavin and his wife, He coached football at Private arrangements were Amanda. He was an amazing Kearny High School and the by the Armitage & Wiggins Fugrandfather to 10 grandchilKearny Pee Wee football neral Home in Kearny. dren and five great-grandchilprogram and was a coach in Peter worked many years at Kearny Little League. dren with another on the way. Midtown Pharmacy in Kearny. Donald had a long-time Because of the limitations in He is survived by his son association with the Interplace due to the Coronavirus, Christopher and his wife County Council on Drug & Donald’s interment at Holy Jocelyn. Brother of Bogdan Alcohol Abuse. He was pasCross Cemetery, North ArlingBienko (Annie) and Dagmar sionate about opportunity for ton, will be private. A memoLombardi, he is also survived all and could go nowhere that rial gathering will take place at by his grandson Mason. someone would not recognize a later time. him and thank him for changDONALD E. GAVIN GEORGE A. HUSVAR ing their life. Donald E. Gavin, a longtime George A. Husvar died Mr. Gavin loved his grandKearny educator and adminMarch 30, 2020, at Valley Hoschildren and great-grandistrator, died peacefully on pital in Ridgewood. children, loved golf and was Monday, March 30, 2020. He was 76. a former member of Forest He was 90. Private funeral services Hills Golf Club, a competitive Donald was born on Februracquetball player and an avid will be conducted from the ary 2, 1930, in Newark, and he Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 reader. lived most of his life in Kearny. Donald was predeceased by Cleveland Ave,. Harrison. He grew up in the First his parents, four sisters and Ward and after graduating two brothers. See OBITS, Page 14 from Central High School, joined the Marines, attained the rank of sergeant and served during the Korean War in the same squadron as Ted 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison Williams. Arrangements may be made in Spanish, Portuguese or Polish Upon discharge, in addition Frank X. Mulligan III, Manager, NJ Lic. 4221 to raising a family, he enrolled at Montclair State, where he Frank X. Mulligan, Jr. Inactive graduated and began what Private Parking at 10 Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. North would be a 35-year career in the Kearny School District. visit us at: www.mulliganfh.com As an industrial arts teacher, he was determined to expand those courses that best suited those with mechanical abilities. After obtaining his master’s degree from Newark State College (now Kean), he was elevated to administrator of Vocational Education in the Kearny School System, where he was able to realize that passion as he was instrumental

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his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Continued from Page 13 Community and faith were important to him, Born in Wallington, his so he enjoyed being a pafamily moved to Harririshioner of Holy Cross son when he was 3. Church, Harrison. George worked as a George was predededicated accountant for ceased by his parents PSEG, Newark, for over Joseph and Anna Hus30 years. var, as well as his brother An alumnus of FarRobert. leigh Dickinson UniTo send a condolence versity in Rutherford, message to his family, George graduated with please visit www.mula bachelor’s degree in liganfh.com. business. He also served In lieu of flowers, the

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retiring in 2005. Michael is survived by his daughter Jeryl Allaire and her husband Justin, his cherished grandchildren, Anthony Allaire, Kimberly Sibilia and his siblings Marty and Susan Lawless. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents Frank X. and Irene Lawless, his daughter, Rosalie Makowski and his sister Marilyn Connell.

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Phillip Karas, a lifelong Harrison resident, died April 2, 2020. He was 74. Private arrangements are by the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home in Kearny. Phillip was an assistant construction code official and plumbing inspector for the Town of Harrison. He was a member of the HarrisonEast Newark Elks, the West Hudson Plumbers Association, the Portuguese Club in Harrison and was the president of the Harrison Civil Service Union. The beloved husband of Susan (nee Pace) and father of Corey, Sean, Joshua (Mora) and Michael (Yilmary), he was the brother of Judith Raefski, Michele Davidson and the late Stephen Karas. Also surviving are his grandchildren Ava, Kayleigh and Eamon.

The middle of seven children born to Ja-Foo and Shoo Chu (originally of Shandong Province in China) in Taipei, Taiwan ROC on Chinese New Year’s Eve recorded as Jan. 1, 1956, Lee Jan Talbot studied nursing at the Taiwan Adventist Hospital and became a dental hygenist. Lee was a life-long student of Chinese medicine. She is survived by four of her siblings Rita, Edith, Hong Yi and Ming Jen, her husband Peter and three children (one by a previous marriage): Samuel Bruce Talbot, Sandra Emily Talbot and David Hao. Lee resided in Harrison for 30 years, most of that time on Grant Avenue. At the time of her death, she was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bloomfield. A great mother, a true friend, a generous neighMICHAEL LAWLESS bor, a loving sister and Michael Lawless died always an outgoing and peacefully in his home caring woman, Lee will Friday, April 3, 2020. be missed greatly by famHe was 65. ily and community. Her Private funeral early morning three-mile services are under the walks up Grant Avenue direction of the Muland Belgrove Drive in ligan Funeral Home, 331 Kearny led by her odd Cleveland Ave., Harrison. white chihuahua were as If you would like to regular as clock chimes. send a condolence mesShe had fought lung sage to his family, please cancer with the able help visit www.mulliganfh. of the Essex Oncology com. Center in Belleville for Michael was born the past two years, finally in Harrison and was a succumbing peacefully at life-long resident. He home in her sleep in the worked in the street decompany of immediate partment for the town of Continued on next page Harrison for many years,

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Dave, Frank Koellisch and his wife Denise, Kevin Koellisch, Keith Koellisch and the late SUSAN DEVITO Jacqueline Kupinewicz and Susan DeVito (nee McAsher surviving husband George; sey) currently of Toms River the adored aunt of 10 nieces died March 28, 2020. and nephews, seven greatShe was 71. nieces and great-nephews, Private arrangements were and her special country girl by the Armitage & Wiggins Maylee. SEAN MCCURLEY Funeral Home, Kearny. Susan’s VIVIAN L. KOELLISCH Vivian was the cherished Sean McCurley died at Vivian L. Koellisch, 74, died burial was in Holy Name Cemcompanion of the late John home April 1, 2020. Saturday, April 4, 2020. etery, Jersey City Keenan. He was 42. Born in Newark, she lived Susan was the wife of AnPrivate arrangements were Private arrangements were in North Arlington for over 40 thony DeVito and mother of under the direction of the by the Armitage & Wiggins Fu- Michele Miller (George) and years. neral Home, Kearny. A memo- Linda DeVito (Maryann). She She was the beloved mother Parow Funeral Home, 185 rial service will be scheduled of Paul “Jackie Boy” Koellisch; Ridge Road, North Arlington. is also survived by her brothMemorial services for Vivian in the future after pandemic ers and their wives — William the devoted daughter of the will take place at a later date. restrictions are lifted. late Sylvia (nee Baich) and and Lucille McAssey, James The family would appreciSean was the beloved son of and Rene McAssey and Rocco Jacob Koellisch; the dear sister Joyce (nee Callahan) DelGuer- and Donna DeVito. She was of Marilyn Penambere and her ate donations made in her memory to organizations for cio and Don McCurley. He was also the loving grandmother husband Jimmy, Karen Huda Heart & Stroke or Parkinson’s the brother of Scott McCurley of Amanda, Jillian, Georgie, and her husband Emil, Fran(Lindsey), Casey Tripodi cine Gueding and her husband Disease. Sydney and Sawyer. Client: (Lorenzo), Billy McCurley (Dominique) and the late Ryan McCurley. He was the loving “Make your vision uncle of Logan, Gianna, AdriMost picture perfect... Insurances See what you’ve been Accepted missing. Visit our ofﬁce!” dvertising: Here is the updated template with a new photo of Jarlynn Hyde:

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Continued from Page 5 county jail. And, finally, on March 29 at 2:38 p.m., Officers Anthony Nunez, Alan and Ryan Stickno and Sgt. Pete Gleason responded to a multi-family home on a report of screaming inside the house. Responding officers found a door broken on the first floor and debris throughout the residence. A tenant reported his former roommate, a 29-year-old Kearny man, broke down his apartment door and assaulted him while he was in bed. The victim sustained swelling around his left eye and soft tissue injuries to his chest from allegedly being punched multiple times. The victim reported the two had been having an ongoing disagreement that preceded the assault. The defendant was charged with burglary, criminal mischief and simple assault and was later transferred to the county jail.

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Fontoura tests positive for COVID-19

Essex County Sheriff Armando B. Fontoura, who also serves as a commissioner on the New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority, has tested positive for COVID-19. In an emotional interview with NJTV last week, Fontoura told the public television station he wasn’t feeling well late the • On March 31 at 6:53 a.m., Officers week prior, and he was tested at Mina Ekladious, Luis Moran and Jose Weequahic Park in Newark. Canela, and Sgts. Jason Ward and Phil Holding back tears, he says Finch responded to the 100 block of he wants to get better so he can Linden Avenue on a report that Daniel be with his department in their McKeown, 51, of Kearny, had attempted to battle against the virus. break into parked vehicles, but had been “Monday morning, they scared off by a car alarm. notified me that I was positive,” McKeown was apprehended at the Fontoura told NJTV. “And so, corner of Kearny and Linden avenues. I am down — I feel terrible. I After further investigation, he was charged want to be out there with my with two counts of criminal attempt people. But hopefully, I’ll be out burglary. there soon. I’m not looking for McKeown was remanded to the county sympathy. I just want the public jail. to understand we are certainly available like everyone else is. If Editor’s note: We saw McKeown not more so.” Friday, April 3, on Elm Street. That When asked by a reporter remand didn’t last too long, it seems.

In non-domestics: • On March 28 at 4:09 p.m., a concerned citizen called to report that a man had just broken a first-floor rear window to a home on Johnston Avenue and climbed inside through the broken window.

how he was feeling (physically), Fontoura, 76, said, “I’m OK. I talked to my doctor. There are some things I have to do. I have to self-monitor. It’s not that severe. He (the doctor) thinks I have one of the mild cases. The fact (is) that I am in reasonably good health for my age. As you know, I am a jogger — I jog every day, so I keep in shape. I stay healthy and have good genes. And hopefully, it will help me to get through this.” Fontoura also noted his wife, Mary, has some health concerns of her own — unrelated to the Coronavirus — so his diagnosis will require the couple “to be apart.” He is recovering at home, in Fairfield, according to the report, and is being kept in a separate room from the rest of his family. He says his daughter is ensuring he’s masked, gloved and protected every time he has to come out of the room.

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Continued from Page 19 6-foot separation from other shoppers. Office of Emergency Management Coordinator Martin Lutz gave the operator of the market that sells fresh fruit and vegetables a warning about the need to maintain social distancing in response to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. “We got a second complaint, went there and found they were not following the guidelines,” Minichini said. “So, OEM Coordinator Lutz issued a summons with the assistance of the Belleville police.” The summons (A:9-49H) was issued for failure to enforce social distancing requirements during a state of emergency. Murphy signed Executive Orders No. 107 and 108 on March 21. No. 107, or the so-called “Stay At Home” Order, directs all New Jersey residents to remain home until further notice. The order provides for certain exceptions, such as obtaining essential goods or services, seeking medical attention, visiting family or close friends, reporting to work or engaging in outdoor activities. No. 108 invalidates any county or municipal restriction that in any way will or might conflict with any of the provisions of Executive Order No. 107.

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Continued from Page 4 allow them to continue to do their jobs during this state of emergency.” Minichini urged residents to still call police to report any emergency, any crime in progress or if an injury has occurred. Also, the loss or theft of prescription medication — narcotic or otherwise — cannot be reported online. For any incident that requires a police officer to respond, residents may still dial the police non-emergency number at (973) 450-3333. For emergencies, resident should still dial 911. Residents who don’t have access to a computer may still call the police station and give any non-emergency information to an officer over the phone. The Belleville PD is taking many precautions during the COVID-19 outbreak. For example, officers are using personal protection equipment such

The Observer | www.theobserver.com Murphy declared a state of emergency on March 9 for the whole state, and Belleville declared a local state of emergency on March 17. More than 100 small-business owners were invited to take part in a teleconference with Belleville Township officials last week. During the conference, Melham urged business owners to take precautions to ensure social distancing. One suggestion was to put markings on the floor near the checkout area to keep customers spaced out. Another suggestion was to station a worker outside the door who would limit the number of customers that could enter at one time. “By issuing the summons, it shows we mean business,” Minichini said. “We’re going along with the governor’s order. This is no joke. We want to keep people healthy. We want them to be able to get their essential goods, like food. However, we need to do it in a safe manner. If the stores aren’t going to comply, they will be issued a summons. If we have to come back for additional violations, we will shut them down.” Meanwhile, as last week wound down, Belleville reported a total 217 positive cases and 17 COVID-19-related fatalities. Read all of The Observer’s COVID-19 coverage at corona. theobserver.com. as gloves and masks when appropriate. They are also decontaminating vehicles at the end of their shifts. “I’ve never been prouder of the members of our police department,” Mayor Michael Melham said. “Although they must put themselves in harm’s way to protect and serve, they remain fully dedicated to the safety and well-being of each resident. We are lucky to have these men and women, as well as their brothers- and sisters-in-service: the firefighters and the EMS workers.” Although social distancing has proven to be the best defense against the spread of COVID-19, it comes at a price for Minichini and the members of the Belleville Police Department who embrace “community policing.” “We miss interacting with our residents,” he said. “That close relationship we try to foster with those we serve is as important as ever. We look forward to going back to our normal police procedures, such as our bicycle patrol in which we regularly connect with residents in each neighborhood.”

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