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BY MICHAEL COHEN Despite a community-wide uproar, the splintered Hackensack Board of Education has repeatedly affirmed its belief that three administrators are unfit to command Hackensack High School and should be fired. Now a group of riled up parents, alumni, school employees and students are ready to shake up the board with a recall election. This is about putting education first and putting political agendas out of the equation, said Daniel Carola, a member of Citizens Concerned for Hackensack Public Schools and a 2003 graduate of Hackensack High School. Carola is leading the charge to recall three board members: Carol Martinez, Clarissa Gilliam Gardner and Rhonda Bembry. The three trustees, along with Trustee Kevon Larkins, who was just inaugurated on May 1, have been vocal in their opposition to keep the high schools leaders in place. These board members feel Principal James Montesano and Assistant Principals Patricia Aquino-Lozano and Celso King only landed their jobs because of political affiliations and should be removed. Carola said CCHPS would also like to recall Larkins but cant do so until he serves a minimum of one year on the board. Following the boards May 21 meeting where the foursome voted for a second time in a month not to keep the administrators, Carola filed notice with Board Secretary Mark Kramer requesting a recall election of the board members. Kramer approved the notice two days later, allowing CCHPS to gather signatures for a petition. According to Richard Salkin, the boards attorney, the group has roughly 160 days to get the signatures needed for a recall election. It all depends on how fast they can solicit patrons that will determine when the election is held, Salkin said. New Jersey law states that anyone questioning the position of higher authority has the right to call for recall after at least one year of service. Any recall election must have a petition of support from at least 25 percent of registered voters of the electoral district. This means CCHPS needs roughly 5,000 signatures in order to activate the recall election, which could take place as early as October, if not sooner. Although only two school board trustees have ever been recalled in New Jersey, Carola was very optimistic that he would be able to secure the signatures quickly. We expect a large community involvement to get these signatures. Whatever
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BY JULIANN WESTON Hundreds of students, teachers, community leaders, parents and supporters filled the Hackensack High School gym for a special school board meeting on May 10 to address the recent firings of three popular administrators. The gathering was called after the boards May 8 meeting where Interim Superintendent Joseph Abate recommended that the board not renew the contracts of a dozen employees including teachers, custodians, paraprofessionals and a certified director. The recommendations were expected to be approved without dissention, however, four school board trustees added Hackensack High School Principal James Montesano and Assistant Principals Patricia AquinoLozano and Celso King to that list, setting off a hail storm of protest. Multiple votes on May 8 ended the same way, 5 to 4 to renew the administrators contracts, not enough to pass the motion. Trustee Mark Stein abstained as he has a daughter who works at the high school. The uproar was so great that it put a bulls-eye on the foursome who voted to fire the administrators - Trustees Rhonda Bembry, Clarissa Gilliam Gardner, Carol Martinez and the newly-appointed Kevon Larkins. During the afternoon hours of May 10, a large part of the Hackensack High School student body walked out of the building to rally on the football field for the popular administrators. The students took it up a notch by reciting prepared statements and garnering the support of what seemed to be the entire school community. A few hours later at the special meeting, the atmosphere was tense as parents demanded an immediate explanation for the firing of Montesano, King and Aquino-Lozano. I dont know why my fellow trustees voted the way they did. But it was not budget, admitted Trustee Veronica Bolcik McKenna. In an attempt to quell the situation, Richard Salkin, the school board attorney, said that trustees are not allowed to publicly discuss personnel matters. However, Bembry felt it necessary to defend her vote to fire the trio. Just because you have money in your budget to spend doesnt mean that you cant be prudent and responsible with it. I have never supported the four vice principal model, Bembry said of the system at the high school. Before I spend money on a model that doesnt give a return, Im going to look at the data behind it. Unfortunately tough decisions have to be made if we are going to move into a 21st century global market. Bembry also reminded the crowd that the average grade point average for all four grades at the high school is a low C. Despite her reasoning, the large crowd grew in temper and number which made it necessary to shift the meeting to the gym where opponents lined up to give the board a piece of their minds. There were words of disappointment and frustration as well as personal testimonies to the administrators characters. There was even a plea of help set to poetry. Pettiness, personal agendas and vendettas were some of speakers accusations for why the four trustees voted to fire. Evan Dopf, field representative for the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association, even suggested that the board may have broken the law by discussing the administrators performance during an open meeting without first contacting them. Bolcik McKenna quickly noted that there was no discussion during the meeting. It was during the voting that we learned the feelings of the board. When Hackensack Mayor Jorge Meneses stepped up to the podium, before he could even speak a word, applause filled the air. His criticism, especially of Martinez, whom he once supported, packed a powerful punch. Ms. Martinez, who I called into this mess, you came to me asking for help. How can I help? I want to work for the children of Hackensack. I am disappointed, Meneses said of a conversation he had with Martinez before she decided to run for office. It was when Meneses, a native of Colombia, made a remark that accused Martinez of preferring African Americans to Latinos that the already tense situation turned into a racial issue. Masked by thunderous applause from the crowd, an attempt by board members to respond was useless. While the rest of the trustees sat quietly listening to the boos and personal attacks, Bembry demanded respect not only from the speakers but from her fellow trustees. You will not stand there and insult me, she shouted to a former board member at the podium. The community urged the foursome to rethink the decision and even pray about it. Following the more than four hours of public commentary, the board voted yet again. No change. Martinezs reason for standing firm? Because I believe you deserve the best, better than you get here, my answer remains no.
A Show of Solidarity
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Students assembled on the Hackensack High School field as student council leaders took over the announcers booth. In a show of support for three fired school administrators, students at Hackensack High School staged a walkout during their eighth period classes on May 10. A letter explaining the Hackensack Board of Educations decision not to reappoint Principal James Montesano and Assistant Principals Patricia Aquino-Lozano and Celso King was distributed to the students by the student council the previous day. In the letter, the council wrote, The decision is not the result of their job performance, but rather because of politics. This is peoples livelihoods at stake. They have always been here for us, so tomorrow, lets be there for them. As hundreds of students walked out of their classrooms, they gathered on the football fields 50-yard line to hear student leaders Timothy Hoffman and Greg Flintall address the crowd from the announcers booth at the top of the bleachers. Students were also asked to attend an emergency board meeting at the high school later that day. Teachers stood on the sidelines and waited until the speeches ended. The students sang the schools alma mater before peacefully returning to the building. Some students went to their cars instead of returning to class, but they were the exception.
Good afternoon, Hackensack High School. Thank you for participating in this walkout. Mr. Montesano, Mr. King and Mrs. Lozano have always supported us, and now it is our opportunity to support them. We are a family, and that is what we do for each other. Due to Tuesday nights board meeting, the board decided not to reappoint them to their positions with no justifications. They all go above and beyond what their job entails to serve our Hackensack family. They have always fulfilled their jobs to the best of their abilities and there is no denying that they have done a good job. This is your future, our future as students, and, if you want to ensure
the success of the Hackensack High School, you should support these three great people in their roles as administrators. Tonight at 7 p.m., there will be a board of education meeting in the auditorium. You all have taken the first step in support by coming out today, but we request that you take one further step by coming out tonight at 7. You are the voice of the Hackensack High School, and now, its time to be heard. We will now honor our Hackensack tradition by singing our alma mater. Thank you for your support. Timothy Hoffman Hackensack High School Class President Volume 9 Issue 9
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Larkins, Nunnermacker Join Board
BY MICHAEL COHEN Early last month, the Hackensack Board of Education inaugurated two new members, Kevon Larkins and Jason Nunnermacker. The men, who won their three-year seats during the April school elections, accepted their oaths of office during the May 1 reorganization meeting. Also at the meeting, Trustee Veronica Bolcik McKenna was appointed board president for one year, replacing Mark Stein, who was re-elected along with the newcomers in April. Larkins and Nunnermaker are both former students of the Hackensack school system. Larkins was a decorated student athlete at Hackensack High School, playing football, wrestling and running track. He has also worked as a substitute teacher for the district. As an educator, I noticed that the kids were on different tracks, said Larkins. I know as educators we have to close that gap and get kids caught up. There are too many voices and different curriculums in the school system. Nunnermacker is a practicing attorney in Rochelle Park. He decided to run for school board to make a difference in his hometown.
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time frame we have is enough to garner signatures, he said. This is a school board, and some did this to fire a shot across the political machine in Hackensack. Again, this is a school board, not city council. We are doing this for the best of Hackensack. At that May 21 meeting, the board voted 5 to 4 with one abstention, to keep Montesano, Aquino-Lozano and Photo Courtesy: Michael Cohen King, a move that was recomHackensack Board of Education Trustees Kevon Larkins mended by Interim Superinand Jason Nunnermacker at their inauguration on May 1. tendent Joseph Abate. However, five yes votes werent My dad taught here for currently the interim super- enough. Six votes are needed 40 years, and, when my dad intendent. Nunnermacker to reinstate school officials. Darlene Price has one son passed away, I wanted to do also said he plans on worksomething for this commu- ing closely with the spe- at the high school and another nity, he said. cial education programs at one on the way next school year. Nunnermacker said he Hackensack. I am so upset, she said. Our job is to better the would like to see a new suIts ridiculous they wont perintendent hired as soon next generation. change their position. The as possible. Joseph Abate is students are united. Throughout the meeting,
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Hackensack High School students expressing their opinions about the boards recent decisions. supporters of the three administrators held up placards that read, You say you are for the children. We say prove it! and I will be 18 by April, and on May 2013, I will be voting! Sophomore Ryan Cloughley was among those who stepped up to the podium to plead with the trustees. I have lost faith in this system. Who says you are free to disregard the will of the people you were elected to represent? Cloughley said to the roar of cheers from the crowd. Information on the effort to recall Bembry, Gilliam Gardner and Martinez is available at HackensackRecall.com.
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Standing Behind Their Chief
BY PATTI MCNAMARA Nearly a year after being removed from his position, South Hackensack Police Chief Michael Frew is back on the job. Frew was suspended from the force following an altercation with Police Officer Glenn Evans back in May 2011. Evans alleged that Frew grabbed him by the neck and pinned him against the wall after they had words about an alleged insubordination charge against another officer. The trouble started when Evans reported Officer Carmine Maceri for insubordination while Frew was on medical leave. Evans claimed that when he later asked Frew how Maceri had been disciplined, Frew told him it was none of his business. Evans was soon transferred to another squad, a move which Evans felt was retaliation, so he reported the matter to the township clerk. He also supplied the clerk with a document he drafted summarizing the other officers alleged insubordination. The physical altercation occurred when Frew confronted Evans about involving the clerk and handing over what he felt was a confidential police report. After the alleged attack, Evans filed criminal complaints against Frew alleging aggravated assault, harassment and official misconduct. As a result, Frew was suspended with pay after a judge found there was probable cause that he assaulted and harassed Evans. The suspension was approved by the township committee after its special counsel made a recommendation. It was then that Deputy Chief Michael Montenegro began handling the day-to-day operations of the department. In Dec. 22, 2011, Frew was found not guilty of assaulting and harassing Evans. Judge Roy McGeady, presiding judge of the municipal division, felt that both parties accounts of what transpired that day were credible and witness testimony was consistent with both. Frew has alleged all along that Evans concocted the charges in an effort to move himself up the ranks. Following the verdict, Frews attorney, Robert Galantucci, asked that the chief be reinstated. During the past five months, residents have gathered at township meetings in support of Frew. Yet it wasnt until a special meeting on April 26 that Frew was officially reinstated. Township officials said it took time to bring Frew back
Chief Flannelly Now in Charge

BY PATTI MCNAMARA Robert Flannelly had three years under his belt as a police officer in Little Ferry when layoffs rattled the force in 1981. His hometown of Rochelle Park offered him a job that very same day, and Flannelly never looked back. Now 31 years later, Flannelly is leading the police department that offered him a second chance. The Rochelle Park Township Committee promoted Flannelly to chief in April following the retirement of Richard Zavinsky. In an interview two weeks after being sworn in as Rochelle Parks 10th chief, Flannelly, 56, spoke about growing up in the township. The son of a Jersey City firefighter, Flannelly attended Hackensack High School. It was this love for engines and machinery that led him to enroll at an automotive technology school after graduation from high school. He landed a job with Ford Motor Company in East Hanover, and, after several years, Flannelly said he started to get antsy and questioned whether this was the right career path. It was Flannellys family who suggested police work, and the rest is history. At Rochelle Park, Flannelly started out as a rank and file patrolman and has since held every position, undercover, plainclothed and uniformed. He has worked with the FBI, Drug Enforcement Agency and county investigators on major cases. I have had a good run, every position, a great career, said Flannelly. I love coming to work, and how can I complain when I get paid to come to work and do something that I enjoy so much. My job is easy because I have outstanding officers and the mayor and
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Michael Frew because they were waiting for a report from the Bergen County Prosecutors Office on the validity of Evans accusation. During the May 10 meeting, one long-time resident and former mayor, Dolly Montenegro, demanded answers on Frews future. He still has pending disciplinary charges against him. Mayor Gary Brugger said there were still open issues, ongoing issues that needed to be addressed. Montenegro pressed on. Is Chief Frew safe in his job? Brugger said the matter would be discussed in closed session.
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Robert Flannelly council are very receptive and easy to work with. In his newest role as chief, Flannelly oversees a department of 21 officers and four civilian dispatchers. His team protects a mile-square town which sits between three major highways, Route 17, Route 80 and the Garden State Parkway, with a population of 5,500 people. It is not as quiet as you think with many police pursuits ending in Rochelle Park due to the proximity to the highways. Flannelly does admit that Rochelle Park does see its share of juvenile, narcotics and domestic violence arrests, but insists that its a great town to raise your kids in. In fact police work is a family affair for the Flannellys. The chiefs son followed in his fathers footsteps and is a member of the River Vale Police Department. His nephew serves on the Englewood Cliffs police force and Flannellys brother, Bill, is a lieutenant in Rochelle Park. As Flannelly settles in to the chiefs office, he has a few immediate goals: increase training and community outreach programs and step up traffic enforcement, specifically the states ban on using handheld phones while driving. For now, hes just enjoying getting to know his team better and meeting the residents they serve. I hit a homerun with this career. I would recommend it to anyone. Its not really a job, its a lifestyle and I love it.
Two Towns, One Child

At the May 10 South Hackensack Township Committee meeting, Aileen and Jerly Echeverry, who purchased a home with an address listed as Hoffman Street, South Hackensack, last July, approached the committee. The house sits on a piece of property that straddles South Hackensack and Hackensack. According to an interlocal agreement signed in 2007, Hackensack was responsible to provide these particular property owners with access to its educational system and recreational opportunities; trash, recycling, fire, ambulance and police services fell under South Hackensacks purview. The Echeverrys claim that they were never told that their 4-year-old daughter would not be allowed to be schooled in South Hackensack. The couple has resided in South Hackensack for six years and their son has attended Memorial School. They said they decided to purchase their home in South Hackensack because they were very happy with their sons education and they want their daughter to have the same opportunity. South Hackensack school officials have told the Echeverrys that their daughter must attend Jackson Avenue School in Hackensack, which Aileen Echeverry noted has a low rating. It is very important to us that our daughter receives the benefit of the same education as our son, pleaded Echeverry. I am asking for special permission for an amendment to this agreement. The family was advised to file an application for relief from the zoning boards of adjustment in both South Hackensack and Hackensack. Both would have to agree to zoning variances in order for the Echeverrys daughter to attend Memorial School.
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The Hackensack Board of Education has once again teamed up with the YMCA of Greater Bergen County to offer swimming lessons this summer to local residents. The program will run July 9 through Aug. 10 and is open to students entering first through 12th grade. Classes will meet three days a week at the HackThe Maywood Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its full-day summer program for children entering first through eighth grade. The program will begin Monday, June 25 and end on Friday, Aug. 17. Regular hours are ensack High School pool for 30 minutes between 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The fee for this program is $35 per child for the five weeks. Children must be residents of Hackensack, South Hackensack, Rochelle Park or Maywood. Registration will be held at the YMCA for beginner swimmers now through June 22 during regular business hours. Non-beginners need to take a swim test prior to registering. Swim testing will be held June 4 through July 6 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Fridays from 7 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 201-487-6600 or info@ymcagbc.org.
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from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The extended program runs through 6 p.m. The cost is $625 per Maywood child for the entire eight weeks; $720 for non-residents. The weekly rate is $90. Aftercare is provided at an additional cost of $75 per week. Regis-
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Hospital officials put the first shovels in the dirt to kick off the emergency departments expansion project. On May 17, Hackensack University Medical Center hosted a ground-breaking ceremony to signify the beginning of the expansion of its Emergency and Trauma Center. We are so excited to begin the first phase of this multi-phase project, said Robert Garrett, president and chief executive officer of HackensackUMC. With emergency room visits on the rise, this is another way that HackensackUMC is addressing the needs of our community by providing the best, state-of-the-art technology and a superior design that provides the patients and their families with world-class care, comfort and privacy. The expansion plans will not only upgrade the Emergency and Trauma Center but will also construct a new building and redesign the existing ambulance drop-off. The plans call for the hospital to convert the existing semi-private curtained cubicles into private treatment suites that are 120 square feet in size and able to accommodate new equipment. This will result in a total of 75 treatment beds, five of which will be designated for trauma. While there is no increase in the number of treatment bays as a result of this project, the Emergency and Trauma Center will be much larger and will have specialty care areas for cardiac, cancer, geriatrics and trauma patients. Three triage stations will also be created. HackensackUMC expects to have the initial phases of work completed in late 2013. The Emergency and Trauma Center already prides itself on providing superior care, as evidenced by receiving the HealthGrades Emergency Medicine Excellence Award for two years in a row. However, this project will help increase efficiency and offer a state-of-the-art facility to our patients, said Dr. Joseph Feldman, chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine. Once complete, we are confident that it will be the best equipped and most patientfriendly Emergency Center in our entire region. A phased construction plan will avoid the interruption of services while the expansion is ongoing. Joseph Sanzari, chairman of the HackensackUMC Board of Governors, is a vocal supporter of the expansion and has pledged a $1 million donation, some of which will be in labor and supplies. I am happy to be a part of this, and grateful to be able to contribute resources to the Emergency and Trauma Centers renovation, said Sanzari.
Motel Dweller Facing Sex Charges Zisa Appealing Jury Verdict

On May 22, members of the Bergen County Prosecutors Office Special Victims Unit and the South Hackensack Police Department arrested Garrett Haskins, 36, after learning that he allegedly engaged in inappropriate sexual activities on one occasion with a 15-year-old female acquaintance. The victim reported the sexual abuse to the South Hackensack police, who, with the help of county investigators, captured Haskins at the Airport Motel, his current residence, on Huyler Street. Haskins was charged with sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The attorney representing Ken Zisa, Hackensacks former police chief, is preparing an appeal of his conviction on insurance fraud and official misconduct charges three weeks ago. Zisa was removed from his position following a court hearing on the matter on May 30. He had been suspended without pay since his indictment two years ago. Capt. Tomas Padilla had been serving as officer in charge of the police department since the suspension and was made interim chief last week. The police force may next call for a Civil Service exam for all qualified candidates to apply for the open position. If three or less candidates apply, the city manager may then appoint a chief without having to go through the exam process. City Manager Steve LoIacono said he was confident Padilla, a former Bergen County freeholder, was capable of leading the force during these tumultuous times. Capt. Tomas Padilla has led this department through a very difficult period as the acting officer in charge, LoIacono said. To be sure, more difficult days lie ahead. I feel Captain Padilla is the best person to lead us forward. Therefore, effective immediately I am appointing Captain Padilla as interim police chief. I ask everyone to join me in supporting Chief Padilla in his efforts to lead the police department to be the finest law enforcement agency in the county.
Inmate Suicide Under Investigation

The Hackensack Police Department has launched an internal affairs investigation into what led to the suicide of an inmate inside a holding cell. At approximately 4:39 p.m. on May 18, Hackensack officers arrested Daniel Hopkins, 27, on an active contempt of court warrant stemming from an original charge of receiving stolen property. Hopkins was placed in one of the departments holding cells at approximately 5:01 p.m. Roughly 30 minutes later, officers noticed that Hopkins was unconscious and that he had used his T-shirt to hang himself. Officers immediately rendered first aid by cutting Hopkins down and summoning emergency medical personnel. Hopkins was subsequently pronounced dead at 6:02 p.m. The Bergen County Prosecutors Office was notified and conducted the initial investigation, which found no evidence of criminality. The police department has launched a full internal investigation and review of the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Zisa, whose conviction followed roughly two months of trial complete with testimony from his former officers, is scheduled to be sentenced on Aug. 15. Zisa was found guilty of improperly failing to recuse himself from a 2004 investigation involving his former girlfriend and intervening in another in 2008. He is facing a minimum of 15 years in state prison. During sentencing, a judge may decide if Zisa should begin serving his term immediately or pending the appeal process. The judge did grant a request from Zisas lawyer, Patricia Prezioso, to postpone a decision on whether Zisa will have to forfeit his pension until his sentencing.
A Safe, Sober Graduation

Stephen Rajczyk, manager of Public and Government Services at AAA North Jersey and Alyssa Chiodo, a senior at DePaul High School, look over a few of the 17,000 American flag keychains that AAA North Jersey is providing high school graduates of 2012. The keychains feature the American flag and the message Safe and Sober Graduation 2012 on the opposite side. A Protect Graduation alcohol- and drug-free event gives everyone graduates, parents and the community an added reason to celebrate the important occasion, said Rajczyk.
A 43-year-old Hackensack man is clinging to his life after stabbing himself in the abdomen and hurling intestines at police officers. At approximately 10 p.m. on May 27, police received a call about an emotionally disturbed person threatening to hurt himself with a knife at his Clay Street home. When the two responding officers arrived, they found Wayne Carter had barricaded himself inside his bedroom. They kicked open the door
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and found him in a corner with a knife in his hand. He was yelling at the officers while stabbing himself in the head, neck and abdomen, reports said. One officer reported that he saw part of his intestines protruding from Carters body. Officers repeatedly ordered Carter to drop the knife but he continued slicing off pieces of his skin and intestines and throwing them at the officers. Police could not get close enough to Carter to subdue him so they used pepper spray, which had no effect other than to knock Carter off his feet. It was then that he picked up a hammer and continued to stab himself. The officers retreated and tried to calm Carter down. But to no avail. The Bergen County SWAT Team responded at 11:40 p.m. and managed to subdue Carter. He remains at Hackensack University Medical Center. wood Fourth of July Parade Committee meeting, Thomas Gaffney was selected as the 2012 grand marshal. Gaffney has served as a borough councilman for 12 years and is a lifetime membeen a member of Maywood American Legion Post 142 for 25 years and has served the Maywood Republican Club for 20 years. Gaffney has worked with the committees which established a
the Memorial Park playground. The next parade committee meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on June 6 at the Maywood American Legion on East Passaic Street.
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Stephen Rajczyk, manager of public and government services at AAA North Jersey, with Alyssa Chiodo, senior at DePaul High School. AAA North Jersey will be providing the American flag key chains to high schools in Bergen, Hudson and Passaic counties that conduct an alcohol- and drug-free graduation event.
Stanley Place Home Damaged, Cause Under Investigation
Barbecue Grill Causes Blaze
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A faulty propane-fueled grill ignited a three-alarm fire that ripped through a Clinton Place home in Hackensack on May 26. The Hackensack Fire Department received a call reporting a working fire at 265 Clinton, the home of Bill and Jean Novak, at approxiPhoto Courtesy: Mike Williams mately 6:10 p.m. that day. Engines 4 and 5, along with The Hackensack Fire a second floor window. residents, but all had safely Ladder 1 and Rescue 1, reDepartment responded to Firefighters transmitted evacuated. sponded under the command a fire on Stanley Place on a second alarm, bringing The homeowner was of Deputy Chief Charlie May 31. Engines 4 and 5, Engines 1 and 2 to the assisted by the American Grieco. En route from Union along with Ladder 1 and scene and a Teaneck Fast Red Cross. The home suf- Street, firefighters could Rescue 1, responded un- Team. Engine 4 stretched fered extensive damage to see heavy smoke. Upon arder the command of Dep- a hose to the second floor the second floor. The fires rival, there was heavy fire uty Chief Steve Kalman. to extinguish the fire as cause remains under inves- emanating from the rear of Upon firefighters arrival, Ladder 1 beganElit Intr 4.95X5.75 5/3/12 6:11 PM Page 1 Engines 1 and 2 the home. LKB-1654 Elit Intr 4.95X5.75:LKB-1654 to vent the tigation. and the Teaneck Fire Defire was emanating from second floor and search for partments Fast Team were called to the scene. The ladder company immediately vented the roof and searched the second floor, but the Novaks had already safely evacuated the home thanks to some good Samaritans. Scott Proulx and Mike DiCarlo, who live across the street, heard a high-pitched sound coming from outside, saw the smoke and called 9-11. The men then sprung into action themselves. Proulx ran into the home and found Jean Novak trying to escape using
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her walker. Proulx, DiCarlo and another good Samaritan placed her in a chair and carried her to safety. Bill Novak tried to extinguish the fire in the back of the home himself but escaped before the flames intensified. I saw an angry orange fire fully covering the walls. The smoke was so thick you couldnt see the corner, only two houses away, said Proulx. Police Officer Greg Zisa, who lives on the street, was the first responder to arrive at the scene. He secured the perimeter around the home and comforted the Novaks, who lived on Clinton for 53 years. Second and third alarms were transmitted due to the intensity of the fire. This brought in mutual aid companies from Bogota, Ridgefield Park, Maywood, South Hackensack, Englewood, Bergenfield, Hasbrouck Heights and Little Ferry, which helped fight the fire and cover the city in case other fire calls were reported. While firefighters were working, the rear porch roof collapsed, causing a Teaneck fire captain to fall about 10 feet and become trapped under rubble. Fellow firefighters quickly extricated him and
emergency medical personnel took over. As conditions worsened, all firefighters were removed from the building and outside hose lines were placed into service to knock down the bulk of the fire. A short while later, firefighters re-entered the house and continued to open up and extinguish pockets of fire, but, due to deteriorating conditions, firefighters were once again removed. The fire was deemed under control at 9:03 p.m. A total of three firefighters were injured. Two were treated for heatrelated injuries and released and one was hospitalized with a back injury. Fire investigators determined that the fire was caused by a faulty propane grill that was resting against the house. The Novaks, who were relocated by the American Red Cross, were allowed to re-enter the home to retrieve some personal belongings a few days later. However, many mementos were destroyed. The city has still not determined if the Novaks home should be razed. To make a donation e-mail Clintonplacefirefund@gmail. com.
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Sungey, 8, Qualifies for Olympics

Selah Dungey, 8, of Hackensack, recently qualified for the New Jersey Junior Olympics in three events during a day of competition at Rutherford High School. She ran her personal best for first place in the 400-meter run; second place in the 200-meter run; and sixth place in the 800-meter run. Selah is a second grade honor student at Nellie K. Parker School and will be starring in an upcoming movie, Bad Parents, which will be released in the fall.
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Parisian Beauty Academy students recently donated their time and talent to fully make over one staff member and one resident at CareOne at Wellington, a longterm care facility in Hackensack.
Mammone Earns Top Honor

Bennett Mammone of Rochelle Park Boy Scout Troop 114 became an Eagle Scout during a special ceremony on May 6. As a Scout, Mammone has been serving in a senior patrol leader position. He has been a member of the troop since 2000. For his community service project, which is required to attain the rank of Eagle Scout, Mammone constructed wooden duck nesting boxes for both Flat Brook Nature Center and the Meadowlands Environment Center. Mammone is a senior at
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The Maywood Memorial School PTO recently sponsored a second grade Mothers Day Breakfast. Pictured: Ethan Pedone and Luke Duffill and their moms.
CareOne at Wellington, a long-term care facility in Hackensack, recently celebrated National Nursing Home Week with a fun-filled week for residents and staffers. There was a Cupcake War where local bakeries donated cupcakes to help raise money for the American Cancer Society. There was also series of cupcake challenges including a cupcake-eating contest and cupcake balancing act.
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During the Maywood Fourth of July Parade Committee meeting on May 8, Amanda Taylor was selected as the winner of the Let Freedom Ring Poem Contest. Amanda is an eighth grade student at Maywood Avenue School. She will receive a $50 savings bond from the Maywood Historical Committee, and her poem will be included in the 2012 parade program. Amanda has been invited to recite her poem at the June 6 committee meeting.
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Holy Trinity Church of Hackensack held its annual carnival in early May. Volunteers manned the game and food booths while carnival-goers enjoyed the rides, games and ethnic food.
Trinity Presbyterian Church in Paramus recently held its annual Communion Breakfast. Pictured: Al and Karen Daeschler preparing to serve members of the congregation a hearty breakfast.
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Patrol Leader Matt Kowalski, a second class Scout, and his brother, Tenderfoot Scout Kevin Kowalski. Rochelle Park Boy Scout Troop 114, sponsored by American Legion Post 170, recently held its 26th annual spaghetti dinner, which was attended by more than 250 guests. While the dads cooked, the Scouts were busy greeting guests, serving the pasta, meatballs and garlic bread, busing tables and filling drink orders. The event was made possible thanks to generous donations from many local merchants.
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On April 15, Maywood Boy Scout Troop 1200 hosted a spaghetti dinner at the Redeemer Church hall. The boys and counselors served up spaghetti, meatballs, sausage, salad, bread, baked ziti and a full array of homemade desserts. The event served as a fundraiser for the troops activities.
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Students and staff at Ridge Ranch School of Paramus recently participated in a Move-N-Groove-A-Thon to benefit the March of Dimes. Donations were collected from the students families and friends and turned over to the charity.
Preschool Summer Camp Fun

The Maywood Recreation Department is sponsoring a preschool summer camp program from Tuesday, June 26 through Thursday, Aug. 16. The program operates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and costs $300 for the summer. The camp focuses on making reading an enjoyable activity. Some of the themes include dinosaurs, pirates, beach week, little chefs, community helpers and bug week. Each week, students will participate in crafts, outside fun at Duvier playground, reading time and games. Students will also enjoy a field trip to Van Saun Park Zoo, a field day, a visit to the Maywood Swim Pool and more. For more information contact Lisa Schieli, recreation director, at maywoodrecreation@ gmail.com or 201-845-2900, ext. 208.
Sand and Soil on Display

A longtime employee of the Borough of Maywood, Aileen Mohring maintained a collection of sand and soil from around the world. Many of the samples were given to her by Maywood residents. Currently on display in the Maywood Library, 459 Maywood Ave., are just a few samples from her extensive collection. The committee is trying to track down anyone who donated to the collection. Contact the committee by visiting www.maywoodhistory.com or calling Laura Daly at 201-364-9283.
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Three Hackensack High School students were nominated for 2012 Metropolitan High School Theater Awards for their performances in the schools March production of Grease. Caitlin Wickner, a junior from Rochelle Park who played Rizzo, was nominated in the Outstanding Actress in a Supporting Role category. Jake Lindenau, a senior from Rochelle Park, was nominated in the Outstanding Featured Ensemble Member category for his portrayal of Eugene. Hackensacks Timothy Fisher, a junior, was recognized in the Outstanding Vocal Performance category for his showstopping rendition of Beauty School Dropout. Hackensack High School English teacher Caseen Gaines, the director of the production, was thrilled to hear about the student nominations. This is the first year the school has requested that the Metro Awards judges come see our musical, so its a real honor to have our show recognized, he said. All of our students worked very hard on Grease and Im glad the show has been well received and the Hackensack High School students starred in a dazzling fashion showoff at Mount Olive Baptist Church en route to their senior prom on May 23. Members of the Class of 2012 and their dates were dressed to impress as they arrived in front of a school-themed carpet where cameratoting family and friends were waiting. In Oscarsstyle, they sashayed along the carpet one couple at a time as cameras flashed. Live D.J. music and Hackensack police traffic barricades helped set the tone for something special. From floor-length to minis, lace to bling, the ladies wore dresses of all colors and styles with dramatic makeup and hairstyles to match. The gentlemen were just as flashy with eye-catching ties and well-fitted suits. Senior Tiffany Hendricks gathered with friends prior to the showoff and pulled up to the church in a limousine.
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Caitlin Wickner cast can see that their work paid off. The school officially launched a drama club last September and staged a winter musical directed by senior Kylie Mowry, the president. Mowry has been accepted into Montclair State Universitys musical theater program. Samantha Scelzo, a senior from Maywood, will be attending Seton Hall University as a theater studies and performance major, and Kendall Stanford was accepted to Rowan Universitys dance program.
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Anthony LaSure and Khyla Sutton; Tristan Colquhoun and Ashley Henry; and Erik Hammond and Ashley Noriega. Im just going to enjoy prom right now and just take the moment in, said Tiffany, adding that she looked forward to having a good night and living out one of the last times of high school. After the prom, which was held this year at Westmount Country Club in Woodland Park, students went their separate ways. Some, such as junior Luisana Henriquez, who arrived in a Range Rover, planned on continuing the celebration with classmates at a friends home. Others arranged to go to a club in New York City while a few were still figuring things out at the last minute. Graduation is set for June 26.
Sister2Sister Celebrates First Year

Hackensack High School added the Sister2Sister Club to its list of after-school activities this school year. The club is designed to function as a mentoring program for freshmen by senior girls. The members kicked off the school year with a ceremony that featured the seniors gifting their younger sisters with carnations. During the year, the group met weekly and discussed topics such as bullying, relationships, studying for exams and fighting. Guest speakers included a probation officer, a representative from the Rape Crisis Center and a former student who shared a touching experience. The girls will conclude the year by inviting the current juniors to take over where the graduating seniors left off.
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The second story of a vacant Main Street building in Hackensack collapsed on May 25, and city officials were forced to obtain a court order to demolish it. The collapse occurred shortly after noon, and the Hackensack Police Department immediately cordoned off Main Street and Bridge Street, and the citys department of public works created a safety perimeter around the affected area. City engineers were called in to analyze the structural integrity of the property, and they determined that the building was in danger of total collapse and recommended it be demolished. Joseph Zisa, the citys attorney, was called to the area to discuss the appropriate legal measures that should be taken. He met with the engineers as well as Fire Chief Thomas Freeman, Deputy Fire Chief Matthew Wagner and Joe Mellone, supervisor of the building department, and, after discussing the imminent danger, he contacted one of the principal own-
Extreme Makeover Main Street

BY NOELLE FRIESON On June 14, the Upper Main Alliance will host its third annual Hackensack Business Expo at Bergen Community College Ciarco Learning Center, 355 Main St., from 6 to 9 p.m. This years theme is Extreme Makeover Main Street. This event is a mainstay in the Bergen County business community with dozens of sponsoring businesses showcasing their products, local restaurants offering samples of their signature dishes and merchants networking to energize the local economy. Hackensacks police, fire, building, health and tax departments are also represented. This years expo is special as the City of Hackensack recently introduced a rehabilitation plan for the downtown district. The hope is to reestablish Hackensack as the cultural, economic and social center of Bergen County and North Jersey. This plan, which will likely be adopted within the next few months, will strengthen and promote existing businesses and provide new opportunities for property owners. It will also create a clearly defined downtown district by employing a variety of mixeduse development. We want this Business Expo to be a celebration of the partnership between the Upper Main Alliance and City of Hackensack, both of whom are dedicated to the rehabilitation of Hackensacks downtown, said Jerry Lombardo, chairman of the Upper Main Alliance and owner of CJ Lombardo Co. Also, we know that our local business community have questions about the rehabilitation plan, and this is the perfect opportunity for them to get the facts. The Hackensack High School cheerleaders will be making an appearance to rally the 350 expected attendees. There will be live music performances and complimentary wine and food. There is no cost for admission but attendees must register in advance. To attend the Hackensack Upper Main Alliance Business Expo: Extreme Makeover Main Street e-mail lori@uppermain.org or call 201-498-1690.
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Miello Joins YMCA Committee

Miello is a recipient of the YMCA of Greater Bergen County Person of the Year Award in 2004. He has been inducted into three halls of fames, Hackensack High School, Ramapo High School and the New Jersey Football Coaches Association. For more than 45 years, the Hackensack YMCA has been sponsoring the Sports Award Banquet, which honors local athletes as well as adults in the athletic and recreation world.
ers of the building, Michael Monaghan. He refused to cooperate in the demolition of the building and warned that he would seek court intervention to stop it. Monaghan requested an immediate hearing before Superior Court Judge Alexander Carver, who was already familiar with the case as the city had been trying to demolish the building for safety reasons for more than a year. Zisa , along with his partner, Robert Hitscherich, Deputy Mayor Michael Melfi, city engineers, Freeman, Wagner, Mellone and Fire Lt. Chris Annunziata
all appeared before Carver to state their case for demolition. As a result of the hearing, which involved testimony from Pete Tencate, an engineer, and Thomas OFallon, a structural engineer with Boswell Engineering, Carver ordered the immediate demolition of the northernmost building. The building was demolished by J. Fletcher Creamer Company later that day and Main Street was reopened by 8 p.m. Monaghan was ordered to clear the site and secure the remaining building. Monaghan will be billed for the demolition.
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Mike Miello, Hackensack High Schools former head football coach, has returned to serve on the YMCA of Bergen County Sports Award Banquet Committee. The River Edge resident served on the committee from 1990 to 1995. Miello, who recently retired from coaching the Comets, spent the majority of his career at Ramapo High School as the athletic director/head football coach from 1978 to 2000.
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Hackensack Mayor Jorge Meneses volunteers his time at Johnson Public Library each spring and fall to teach city children how to play the guitar. On May 12, Meneses students put on a Spring Guitar Concert to showcase what they have learned so far. Pictured, front row: Joanna Villa, Sean Burns, Sammy Said, Joseph Austria, Peter Tsigounis, Randy Luna and Dariana Hernandez; and back row, David Montgomery, Ethan Cabral, Jordan Paul, Kelly Sanchez, Sasha Fanego, Nicholas Sanchez, Gabriel Bernal, Peter Robertson, Jared Bramble and Andrew Smartt.
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The Maywood Shade Tree Commission marked Arbor Day and Earth Day at a joint celebration at Memorial School in late April. Borough officials, teachers, guests and the entire student body watched as two Aristocrat pear trees were planted and the Tree City Flag U.S. A. was flown over the school. This is the 28th year that the borough has participated in the Tree City program.
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A 16-year-old Hackensack High School softball player remains paralyzed from the waist down ever since coming down with the flu in late April. Now the community has planned several fundraisers to help with the piling medical bills. Erin Kelly, a sophomore, woke up on a Sunday morning to use the bathroom and hasnt been able to move her toes or legs since. Doctors at Hackensack University Medical Center told the Kelly family about Erins rare diagnosis, a post-viral spinal infection. In the days that followed the initial diagnosis, Erins teammates donned purple uniforms emblazoned with For Erin in honor of the third baseman, who wears a No. 7 jersey. During a game over Memorial Day weekend, Erins father pushed her onto the field in a wheelchair so she could Seats are $55 per person. For tickets, contact Monica Byrne at 201-638-1278. The Hackensack Lady Comets and the Hackensack softball parent association are holding a benefit for Erin on June 19 at 6 p.m. at the Fiesta in Wood-Ridge. Tickets are $55 per person. Anyone interested in attending or donating baskets for the ticky tray auction should contact Joelle at jvolpe5@aol.com. A benefit for Erin will be held at the Maywood Inn on June 28. Tickets are $50 per person. Anyone who would like to donate tricky tray auction items should drop them off at the restaurant before June 19. For more information, contact Karen at The Maywood Inn 201843-8022. Visit www.facebook. com/ForErinKelly for updates on fundraisers for Erin.
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Erin Kelly cheer on her teammates. Erin remains alert and in good spirits and is currently undergoing rehabilitation, which will last roughly six to eight weeks, at a facility in New Brunswick. On June 10, Erins friends and family have planned a bus trip to Mt. Airy in the Poconos to raise money for her medical expenses.
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Michael Park and Eli Jimenez present Yohan Pea with the MVP trophy in front of a 2012 Toyota Prius, the official hybrid vehicle of the New York Yankees. Toyota of Hackensack recently presented 14-year-old Yohan Pea of Hackensack with its baseball MVP trophy. Pea is a pitcher on the recreational baseball team sponsored by the auto dealership and is also a member of the Riverside Vets traveling baseball team. We love supporting baseball in the community. Many of us at the store are players and fans of the game, said Michael Park, the stores business manager. Toyota of Hackensack is located at 278 River Street and can be reached at 201-488-7777 or www. toyotaofhackensack.com.
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BY MICHAEL COHEN McDonalds believes in the magic of staying healthy, and McDonalds restaurants in Hackensack are doing their best to make carry out that goal. The citys McDonalds, both owned by Ed Acre, have joined forces with the YMCA of Greater Bergen County and New York Nutrition Network in an effort to educate parents and their children about the healthy food choices that are now on the menu. On April 28, representatives from the fast food giant spoke to local families at the YMCAs Healthy Kids Day in Hackensack. For the last five years, we have been supporters of Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA and the New York Nutrition Network. We are looking to offer seed money to develop nutrition programs in schools to inspire healthy food choices, said Acre. Registered Dietitian Sharon Richter, who runs a private nutrition practice in Man-
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Throughout April, Nancy Oliver and the classroom teachers at Midland School in Rochelle Park facilitated the 2012 Bergen County Teacher Recognition Program Student Poetry Contest. Children in grades 3 to 8 wrote poems that either highlighted the importance of education or recognized a teacher, coach, advisor, counselor, school nurse or librarian who made an impact in their lives. The two best poems were submitted to the
countywide contest and both were chosen as winners. Jovi Rae Schreiber won first place in the elementary level with her poem entitled Miss Amabile and Genevieve Dietzel won second place in the middle school level for her poem entitled Mrs. Weiner. Patricia Amabile teaches first grade and will retire at the end of this school year and Barbara Weiner teaches vocal music. The judging panel, comprised
of Northern Highlands Regional High School students in advanced writing classes and their teacher, found Jovis poem to be absolutely delightful and Genevieves to be wonderful. Winning poets will be awarded a small monetary prize and will be recognized at the 2012 Bergen County Teacher of the Year Luncheon. First place poems will also be published in the program.
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On May 25, a team of U.S. Navy SEALS performed a rotary wing EOD helicopter demonstration at Hackensack High School. The crew rappelled onto the school football field by rope from MH-60S helicopters. The event was part of the annual Fleet Week celebration.
The Bergen County Bobcats traveling baseball team won the Hackensack Memorial Day Tournaments 10U Division. The Bobcats defeated the New City Generals 5-0 during a game at Foschini Park.
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Ashley Hernandez, a Hackensack High School sophomore in Evangelia Papamichaels Pre-AP English class, is earning accolades for her works of poetry. At the Bergen County Teacher Recognition Program Student Poetry Contest, judged by the creative writing classes at Northern Highlands Regional High School, Ashley placed third for her poem entitled IDK, which focused on the importance of education. Her poem was inspired by research on accomplished author e.e. Cummings. On May 20, Ashleys poem entitled Why was selected as the high school-level winner of a poetry contest sponsored by Womraths book store in Tenafly. Pictured: Evangelia Papamichael and Ashley Hernandez at Womraths book store.
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AT THE LIBRARIES JOHNSON LIBRARY GALLERY AND CASES: ICAL IV Latin American Art Exhibition. SUN SAFE THIS SUMMER June 6 at 7 p.m. Come at 6:30 p.m. for a free Derma scan to let you view what sun damage you may already have. Joanne Wendolowski, RN, HUMC, will explain the dangers of exposure to the sun. Preregistration required. TOP 10 RED FLAGS FOR YOUR HEALTH June 14 at 10 a.m. Learn about early signs and symptoms of potential health problems. Presented by Nancy Ellson of Holy Name Medical Center. Pre-registration required. FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES June 15 at 2 p.m. Call the library for film information. BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP June 16 at 10 a.m. at Javas Brewin. The book will be. Siddhartha by Herman Hesse. Call 201-343-4781. PRESCHOOL STORYHOURS For ages 3 and up on Wednesdays 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays 10 a.m. Pre-registration required. MOTHER GOOSE TIME for children under 3 on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:15 a.m. SATURDAY MOVIES at 2 p.m. Call the childrens desk for titles. BOOK BINGO Fridays at 2:30 p.m. DREAM BIG READ Summer Reading Program begins on June 15 for all ages. Pick up your 2012 summer reading brochure for preschool through sixth grade. Programs include certificates, books, treasure chest goodies, story hours, toddler programs, reading clubs, and more. Register now. TEEN TUESDAYS AT JPL Open to students in grades 7 12 only. from 3:15 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. No advance sign-up necessary. June 12, 3:15 p.m., last Teen Tuesday of the school year. Summer Reading Preview Party. Volunteer to become a book buddy. Join Talk it Up for grades 7-12. Summer events such as Project Runway Zombies, Minute to Win it Game Show, Live Action Angry Birds, Hunger Games Scavenger Hunt, Creatures of the Night Cooking Class, arts and crafts, story share and much More. Pick up the young adult summer reading brochure. Bring your library card and/or permission slip for Internet access. SCHEDULE OF LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS at 274 Main St. on Tuesdays at 4 p.m. June 12, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11. FREEGAL, FREADING AND VIDEO GAMES offers free music, free new e-books and video games available at Hackensack.bccls.org. Contact Catherine Folk-Pushee for complete information. Library Hours: Adult: Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Junior Department: Monday Tuesday 9 a.m. 9 p.m. Wednesday - Thursday 9 a.m. 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Registration is required for all special programs. Facebook.com/ JohnsonPublicLibrary. Call 201343-4169 ext. 14 or visit Hackensack. bccls.org. MAYWOOD LIBRARY CLASSICAL CONCERT/LECTURE SERIES Tuesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 26, 6:30 8 p.m. Four-part lecture series with concert performed by pianist Carolyn Enger. WRITERS WORKSHOP SERIES for fantasy and sci-fi with author Hank Quense. Mondays, June 11, 18, 25 from 5:30 7:30 p.m. All ages are encouraged to attend. Bring your own paper or laptop. GIFT A BOOK FUNDRAISER dedicate and donate a childrens/young adult book or books. All books are $5. Each patron will be allowed and is encouraged to write a dedication page that will be included in the book. QUESTIONNAIRE FOR MAYWOOD SENIOR RESIDENTS regarding free transportation program for the residents of Maywood. The program is funded by the James and Pauline Hackbarth Foundation. Questionnaires are available at the front desk. Participants will remain anonymous. The survey takes less than 10 minutes to fill out. WILD DOGS PROGRAM June 9, 2 to 3 p.m. with presenter Frank Vincent about the problems and solutions of wild dogs. GERMAN ART SONGS June 20 at 7:30 p.m. with the Kaliope Music Society. Free refreshments served. ALL FOUR MUSIC presents From Bach to Broadway and In between June 16 at 2:30 p.m. All ages encouraged to attend. CHAMBER MUSIC by Mozart and Schumann, June 30 at 2 p.m. with the Kaliope Music Society. Free refreshments will be served. FAX 24 Public service fax machine is located in the lobby and accepts debit and check cards: Visa, Master Card, Amex and Discover. $1.50/first page, $1/ each additional to USA, Canada and Caribbean. International rates: $4.95/ first page, $3.45/additional pages. iPADS available for checkout to Maywood residents with valid library card. YOGA SATURDAYS free one-hour beginner classes for ages 16 and older on June 9, 23 Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Registration required. ADULT BOOK CLUB second Friday of the month at 11 a.m. Book title, schedule and registration available at the front desk. Book club is led by Louise Feulner. CIRCLE TIME on Tuesdays from 2 2:45 p.m. Dates June 5, 12, 19. Free program for Maywood residents. All ages welcome. OUTDOOR CIRCLE TIME Thursdays June 7, 14, 21 from 10:30 11:15 a.m. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Lemonade will be served. SPECIAL CIRCLE TIME Thursday June 28, meet Maywood Police Officer Matt Parody at 10:30 a.m. Story and policeman sticker craft. AFTER SCHOOL OPEN MIC CONTEST June 12 from 3 5 p.m. Sing a song, recite a poem or bring a special talent. Free pizza and the winner receives two AMC movie tickets. For grades 4 to 8. Registration with act information required; sign up at the front desk. SUMMER READING PROGRAM registration in June at the front desk. Listeners, ages newborn to 6; Page Turners, ages 7 13; and Book Brunch ages 14 18. Reading, weekly programs and activities plus chances to win fabulous prizes. June 22 Aug. 31. MAYWOOD LOCAL HISTORY ROOM By appointment only; for group tours call Carol Dass at 201-845-8830 or visit maywoodhistory.com. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Saturday from 10 a.m. 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from 1:30 4:30 p.m. Call 201-845-2915. PARAMUS LIBRARY ACTIVITIES open to Paramus residents only. ROTARY PEACE POLE CELEBRATION June 10 from 2 5 p.m. Music, dance, stories, crafts, entertainment, face painting and light refreshments will be served. Held at the band shell. In case of rain, location will be changed to Paramus High School. FILM SCREENING June 11 of the film War Horse at 1 p.m. Brown bag lunch at 12:30 p.m. Coffee/tea provided. Free and open to the public, first come seating. STORYTIMES: for Paramus residents at Main Branch: Baby Lapsit for 0 12 months with caregiver, Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Little Bookworms for walkers-18 months with caregiver Thursdays at 10:45 a.m. Teeny Time for ages 12 24 months with caregiver, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. Tell Me a Story for ages 2 3.5 with caregiver on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Picture Book Parade for ages 3.5 5 on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 1:15. Reid Branch: Tell Me a Story for ages 2 3.5 with caregiver on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Picture Book Parade for ages 3.5 5 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at four different times. Registration required on all. RAVENOUS READERS on the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. for grades 4 5. Next meeting: June 11 PAGE TURNERS on Tuesdays at 3:45 p.m. for grades 2 3. Next meeting: June 16 REID BRANCH: After School Bingo, Fridays for children ages 4 through grade 6. Drop-in Movie Matinee every Tuesday. Wii days on Mondays for grades 1 5. TEEN WEDNESDAYS AT REID from 3:30 5 p.m. Check branch for dates. TEEN EVENTS ESL Intermediate Classes Open to All Bergen County Residents offered Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30 9 p.m. starting. Free with Paramus residents having priority. Registration required. Call 201-599-1305. Main Library at 116 E. Century Rd. Monday Thursday, 9:30 a.m. 9 p.m. - Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 5 p.m. The Reid Branch at 239 W. Midland Ave. Monday 1 9 p.m. Tuesday Friday, 10 a.m. 6 p.m. Call 201-5991300 or visit paramuslibrary.org. ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Every Other Sunday ORADELL Open-Mic Night: Poetry and Live Acoustic Music presented by Cool Beans Caf, 304 Kinderkamack Rd. from 7 closing. Sign up at 7 p.m. House PA and piano available. Afterhours jam session TBA. $3/cover. Call 201-634-1400. June 8 July 25 TEANECK Pax Rwanda: Embroideries of the Women of Savane Rutongo presented by the Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, with an opening on June 8 at 7 p.m. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday 12 4 p.m. or by appointment. Call 201-836-3499 or visit puffinculutralforum.org. June 9 TEANECK Sharon Katz & the Peace Train South African band performing at the Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, at 7 p.m. $10. Space is limited; make reservations at tix@puffinfoundation. org or call 201-836-3499. June 9 ENGLEWOOD Gospel Concert featuring the Kirkwood Family presented by the Galilee United Methodist Church at 5:30 p.m. $15. Light refreshments will be served. Call 201-567-0009. June 10 TEANECK Why I Am Here documentary film about Guatemalans in America and Grupo Folkorico Tikal dancers at the Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way. $10, Call for time. Reservations suggested a week in advance. Tix@ puffinfoundation.org. 201-836-3499. June 10 TEANECK An Afternoon of Opera including Le Juive presented at Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Rd., noon 5 p.m. A catered cold buffet luncheon served between lecture and opera. $20. Call 201-9690432. June 18, 19, 20, 23 FAIR LAWN Auditions for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat held at the Fair Lawn Recreation Center, 20th and Kipp streets. Adults June 18, 19 (callbacks June 20) from 6:30 9 p.m. Childrens Chorus June 23 from 11:30 a.m. 2 p.m. Show dates July 27, 28, 29. August 3, 4, 5. Children Chorus: Prepare 32 bars that show your vocal range. Be prepared to dance. Call backs will require a song from the show. Visit oldlibrarytheatre.net or call 201-7973553. June 22 July 1 HACKENSACK The Price by Arthur Miller presented by the Teaneck New Theatre at the Hackensack Cultural Arts Center, 39 Broadway, on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. $15, $12/ students and seniors, $10/theater parties of 10 or more. Call 201-692-2000 or visit go-tnt.org. June 24 TEANECK Classical Sundays a the Puffin presents versatile Yamaha performing artist Yoed Nir in World of the Cello at 20 Puffin Way at 5 p.m. $10. Call 201-836-3499 or visit puffinculturalforum.org. July 13 ENGLEWOOD Wilson Phillips at BergenPAC, 38 N. Van Brunt St. Call 201-227-1030 or bergenpac.org. July 27 Aug. 5 FAIR LAWN Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat presented by the Old Library Theatre, 10-10 20th St., at the Fair Lawn Recreation Center Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Visit oldlibrarytheatre.net. BUSINESS AND NETWORKING Every Thursday MAYWOOD Maywood Rotary Club meets at Maywood Inn for lunch on Thursdays. Oct. 3, 58th annual Len Rubin Golf Outing at Spook Rock Golf Club, call 201-845-6993. Call 201-843-8763. HACKENSACK Regional Chamber of Commerce Events June 9, Boys and Girls Club of Hackensack and Lodi Oldies Night Beefsteak from 7 11 at the Lodi location. Through June 27, Make Wishes Come True by visiting Maggianos and Eat-A-Dish to Make a Wish for the restaurant to donate $1 per .50 - $7.90 item. Also for every Facebook like on Maggianos page. Donation go to Make a Wish Come True for a Child. July 24, networking picnic and baseball game. Sept. 23, Chamber Gala. 201-489-3700 or visit hackensackchamber.org. PARAMUS Chamber of Commerce Events June 27, Best Practices in Social & E-mail Marketing. At Bergen Community College, Tec 128, from 7 9 p.m. Call 201-261-3344 or visit paramuschamber. com. CIANJ Commerce and Industry Association of NJ events: June 15, Leadership Symposium at Ramapo College from 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. $349; breakfast and lunch included. Aug. 13, 8th annual EBC Golf Outing, Knob Hill Golf Club, Manalapan. Oct. 26, 85th annual luncheon, Hilton Woodcliff Lake. Nov. 6, PENPAC Election Night Beefsteak Dinner, The Brownstone, Paterson. June 14 HACKENSACK Main Street Business Expo presented by the Hackensack Upper Main Alliance at Bergen Community College Lobby, 55 Main St. from 6 9 p.m. Free admission. Sponsorships available, tastings. Vendors can register at 201498-1690 or visit uppermain.org. June 22 PARAMUS Public Forum on the Role of Economic Development presented by Bergen LEADS at Bergen Community College Ciccone Theater, from 3 5 p.m. Free and open to the public. Call 201-489-9454 ext. 119 to pre-register. June 26 HACKENSACK Quarterly Connection Inaugural Luncheon information and networking event presented by Bergen Community College and the BCC Foundation at Stony Hill Inn from noon 2 p.m. Advance registration required by June 15. Call 201-447-7238 or e-mail rhech@bergen.edu. June 29 HACKENSACK Fifth Friday sponsored by Bergen LEADS with Wells Fargo and additional sponsors, at Stony Hill Inn at noon. Guest speaker Rich Petriccione, senior VP, 2014 NY/NJ Super Bowl host company. CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN Mondays HACKENSACK Citizenship Classes at the Johnson Library from 10 11 a.m. Call 201-3434169 ext. 21. HACKENSACK Internet Classes offered by the Johnson Public Library. Hackensack residents only. Call for details. 201-343-4781. Thursdays HACKENSACK Argentine Tango Classes Thursdays from 8:30 10 p.m. at Center for Modern Dance Education, 84 Euclid Ave. $20/person. Call 201-444-2249 or visit 2fortango.org. Saturdays TEANECK Salsa Aerobic Dance Classes with dancer/choreographer Donay at ClubFit, 444 Cedar Lane, from noon 1 p.m. For men and women, no partners required. $10/person. Call 201-894-0138. Fourth Sunday MAYWOOD Square Dancing presented by Maywood Recreation and FAD (Fun at Dancing) held at the Maywood Senior Recreation Center from 7:30 9:30 p.m. Free. Children first grade and older may attend with an adult. First and third Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Call Jim at 201712-1853 squaredance2@yahoo.com. LECTURES AND INFORMATION Through June LODI Prom and Graduation Gown Drive presented by the Boys and Girls Clubs of Lodi/Hackensack, 460 Passaic St. Donate them to the club and they will be cleaned and distributed to low-income individuals who cannot afford to buy them. Call 973-473-7410 ext. 113 or e-mail Joe.licata@bgcoflodi.org. June 6 MAYWOOD Bullying Education and Internet and Technology Safety for Parents presented by the Maywood school district along with Cyberology Consultants and Superintendent Michael Jordan, at Memorial School, 764 Grant Ave., at 7:30 p.m. For information e-mail mjordan@maywoodschools.org or call 551-587-8821. ORGANIZATIONS Tuesdays MAYWOOD The Garden State Ski Club meets at the Maywood Inn, 122 W. Pleasant Ave., at 8:30 p.m. Discounted lift tickets and access to a GSSC ski house in Vermont. Year-round activities including tennis, golf, biking hiking and social events. Visit gardenstateskiclub.com for information and a list of the activities. Wednesdays BERGENFIELD The Widow & Widowers Club of Northern Valley invites singles for dancing, refreshments and live music at the VFW Hall, 321 S. Washington Ave., from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. Also for fifth Wednesday if applicable. All other Wednesdays for widowed only. Newcomers are welcome. Call 973772-9078. First Tuesday LITTLE FERRY Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 809 meeting held at 100 Main St. at 8 p.m. Visit vfwpost809.org. Second Thursday ROCHELLE PARK American Legion Auxiliary Unit 170 of Rochelle Park meeting at 8 p.m. every second Thursday of the month at 33 W. Passaic St. Women who are wives, mothers, daughters and sisters of veterans are welcome to join. Call 201-587-9655. Third Sunday ROCHELLE PARK Pancake Breakfast from 8 11 a.m. Sponsored by the American Legion Post 170, 33 W. Passaic St. $4/adults, under 6/free. Call 201-843-9683 or visit alpost170.us. MAYWOOD Electronic Bingo in addition to paper bingo and pull tabs for instant wins at Our Lady Queen Of Peace, 400 Maywood Ave. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. doors open at 5:30 p.m. Breaks for smokers. Coffee, soda, food and snacks are sold. 201-845-9566. First Wednesday RIDGEWOOD North Jersey Depression Glass Club held at a new location, the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood, 113 Cottage Place at 7 p.m. Call 973-838-2419. June 10 ROCKLEIGH Ride to Fight Hunger presented by JFS Wheels for Meals at the Jewish Home at Rockleigh. Rest stop sponsored by the Tenafly Bicycle Club. Registration at 7 a.m. followed by 50-mile ride, 25mile, 10-mile, 3-mile and 5K walk and toddler ride. Visit jfsbergen.org or call 201-837-9090. June 10 HACKENSACK Annual Gala Brunch presented by Temple Beth El, 280 Summit Ave., at 11:30 a.m. Honorees include Hackensack Interim Police Chief Tomas Padilla, Lt. Jamie Barrios and Detective John Mora as well as the Bergen County Prosecutors Office for their help during the desecrations of the synagogue and others in the area. Journal ads available. Call 201-342-2045. June 14 WAYNE Wine Tasting presented by Push to Walk and held at The Grand Chalet, 1377 Route 23, from 6:30 10:30 p.m. $100, includes entertainment, cocktail hour, food stations and wine tasting. Call 862-200-5848 or visit pushtowalknj.org. June 16 HACKENSACK Shopping Works Wonders at Bloomingdales, Shops at Riverside or Willowbrook Mall, to benefit Shelter Our Sisters. Visit shelterourisiters.org. June 16 HOBOKEN Cruise for a Cause to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Garfield aboard the Cornucopia at 6:30 p.m. Call 973-4787662. June 20 HACKENSACK Project Literacy 24th Annual Adult Literacy Awards Ceremony presented by Project Literacy of Greater Bergen County at Hackensack University Medical Center, 30 Prospect Ave., at 5:30 p.m. Call 201489-7066 or visit project-literacy.org. July 18 HAMBURG 8th Annual Golf Outing presented by the Boys and Girls Club of Lodi/ Hackensack at Ballyowen Golf Course. Call 973-473-7410. July 21 HACKENSACK Bergen County Knights Jr. Football & Cheer fundraiser at Applebees, 450 Hackensack Ave., with pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage, $10. Call 201-832-2777. Sept. 8 MAYWOOD Holiday Market presented by Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 400 Maywood Ave., from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Vendors
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Teaneck Fencer Headed to Olympics Varsity Team BY MICHAEL COHEN Coaches Special Players
When she was just a teen-ager at Teaneck High School, Maya Lawrence was quietly breaking ground on a brilliant athletic career that would eventually carry her all the way to the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London next month. After playing baseball and softball for much of her young life, Lawrence, now 31, turned to fencing when she was a sophomore in high school after finding a greater love for the sport. Quite simply, Lawrence, who graduated in 1998, said she was a better fencer than a softball player. In 1999, Lawrence became the Junior Olympic fencing champion and Junior Pan-American champion in fencing, and, in 2005, became a national champion in epee. She was also named to All-Ivy and All-American teams for her athletic prowess at Princeton University in 2002. She graduated the university that year with a double degree in political science and African-American studies. In 2007, Lawrence attained her Masters degree from Columbia University Teachers College. This year, the U.S. womens epee team qualified for the Olympic games after winning the silver medal at the World Cup in Saint-Maur, France. Lawrence has been a member of the world championship and national team in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2011. ACL tears in both knees in 2008, followed by surgeries, were setbacks, but just temporary ones. Its become her life, said Lawrences mother, Pat. It all started with her. She used to be in a fencing club in Englewood, and she really took to the lessons. Pat Lawrence has been Teaneck High Schools
Photo Courtesy: Kevin Page
Coach Jim Burt with teammates Jared Finkel, senior Greg Bargiel of Maywood, Ryan DeLoughry, Chris Boemo, Matt Ornstein, Jared Verebey, Riley Finnegan, Ray Maresca, Robert Quigley, Liam Flanagan, Zach Kovalovsky, Joe Esposito, Mike Sutherland and Don Maita and Assistant Coaches Luis Colon and Jay Gonzalez; and kneeling, Matt Millus, Zach Cerbo, Pat Doherty, Ryan Kelly, batboy Angel Colon, Mike Martinez, Alec DeMattheis and Jordan Attilio. Bergen Catholic High Schools varsity baseball team recently participated in the Challenger Division clinic that was held at Overpeck County Park in Ridgefield Park. The B.C. players assisted instructors from Professional Baseball Instruction of Upper Saddle River, the host of the event. The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable boys and girls aged 4 to 18, or up to 22 if still enrolled in high school, who have physical and mental challenges, to enjoy the game of baseball. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.
Photo Courtesy: Maya Lawrence
Maya Lawrence fencing coach for the past 13 years. The retired disability analyst got into the sport because of her daughter. I started taking lessons too, Pat Lawrence said. She was always encouraging me. Maya Lawrence said it was fun to introduce her mother to the sport. My mother never did sports before she started fencing. Im happy she ended up liking the sport as much as I do. I feel like I can talk to her about my fencing not only because shes my mother but because shes a fencer. I ask her for advice and she does the same. Lawrence, who now lives in Paris so she can be close to her team and its competitions, gives a lot of credit to her former coach, Roger Cummings, for helping her along the way. Cummings coached Lawrence when she won the motional title in 2005. In an interview last week, Lawrence spoke about her career. Roger was the first coach I worked with, Lawrence said. He introduced me to competitive fencing and has been a wonderful mentor. His calm attitude and logical analysis of opponents, fencing actions and training regimens has gotten me through a lot of tough times. My coach at Princeton, Michel Sebastiani, instilled in me a hard work ethic. He taught me the fundamentals of the French school of fencing and prepared me for the coach I currently work with on a daily basis in Paris, Daniel Levavasseur. Currently, Lawrence is in the final stages of preparation for her appearance at the Olympic Games in London later this summer. It will be a new experience for the girl who once roamed the hallways of Teaneck High School. The Olympics is like no other competition. Its the greatest sporting event in the world and Im proud to be taking part in it. Fencing doesnt get much coverage. However, I have a group of supporters making the trip to London. The ones who cant get there will be able to watch the bouts online. The 2012 Summer Olympics in London kick off with an Opening Day ceremony on July 27.
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wanted for both handmade items and regular merchandise, including crafters, local organizations and businesses. Visit olqpmaywood.org or e-mail olqpholidaymarket@gmail.com. RECREATION AND CAMPS Through June 22 HACKENSACK New Swimmers for YMCA TIDE can register through June 22. Meets are July 3 Aug. 2. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6 7:30 p.m. at the Hackensack High School pool. $250/ YMCA registration required. Visit 2ymcagbc.org or call 201-487-6600 ext. 214. . Tuesdays MAYWOOD Mah Jongg for new or experienced players offered at the Maywood Recreation Center on Tuesdays 1 3 p.m. Call 201-845-2900 ext. 208. June 10 HACKENSACK Summer Camp Open House presented by the YMCA of Greater Bergen County from 1 4 p.m. at Harriman State Park, N.Y. Take a tour on site and get a taste of the camp experience. Other summer camps include Day Camp Kahagon for grades K-1. Day Camp Oratam for grades 2-7. Day Camp Teen Ventures for grades 8-9. Resident Camp Michikamau for grades 3 10 and Resident Camp CIT Program for those 16 or entering 11th grade. Visit ymcagbc.org or call 201-487-6600 ext. 205. June 10 PARAMUS Bergen County Knights Jr. Football and Cheer Program Bergen Countys only Pop Warner program features unlimited weight team, mandatory play rules, new equipment and an organized program. Practices/home games in Saddle River County Park in Fair Lawn for ages 6 15. Register at Panera Bread, Route 4 in Paramus. Early bird rate $175/football, $100/cheer until June. Additional child discounts. Visit the bcknights.com or call 201-832-2777. July 9 - Aug. 10 HACKENSACK Swimming Lessons for residents of Hackensack, South Hackensack, Maywood and Rochelle Park presented by the YMCA of Greater Bergen County at the Hackensack High School Pool on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. noon for grades 1 12. Residency required. Swim test for certain levels. Times may vary. Register at the YMCA, 360 main St. now through June 22. $35. ymcagbc.org or call 201-487-6600 ext. 0. SENIORS MAYWOOD The Golden Age Club of Maywood meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at the Maywood Senior/ Recreation Center, Duvier Place, at 1 p.m. New members welcome, must be Maywood residents/55 or older. Dues are now payable, $20. Call 201-8459215. MAYWOOD Senior Citizens Club of Maywood meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. (first meeting is business and second is social) at the Maywood Senior/Recreation Center on Duvier Place. $15/dues due. June 6, regular meeting followed by committee meeting for anniversary party. June 20, anniversary party at the Maywood Inn from 12 4 p.m. $35. Members and friends welcome. No meetings in July or August. For membership information, call 201-843-1061. For trip information call 201-843-1061. Second Thursday PARAMUS Paramus AARP Chapter 3834 has opened its membership to new members. The Paramus area includes the surrounding towns. Meeting at the Cipolla Senior Center at 97 Farview Ave. held 10 months of the year. Call Lou at 201-261-2068. Third Thursday HACKENSACK St. Francis Socialites meets every third Thursday at 7 p.m. at St. Francis Church Hall, 50 Lodi St. New members welcome. Call 201-342-5785. Second and Fourth Wednesdays PARAMUS Joseph Cipolla Paramus Senior No. 1 Club located at 93 Farview Ave. Meetings at noon. Strictly a social agenda: cards, trips entertaining programs, fun meetings and informative speakers. Call Jim at 201-845-9310. First and Third Thursday PARAMUS Senior Pioneers of Paramus welcomes new members at the Cipolla Senior Center, 93 N. Farview Ave. at 1 p.m. Various activities including chess, cards, pool, bocce ball, bus trips and speakers on topics pertaining to seniors, as well as entertainment. Call Mary at 201-2657195 for an application. ROCHELLE PARK Rochelle Park Senior Citizens meet on the second and fourth Thursdays at the Senior Center at the municipal complex at 151 W. Passaic St., at 1 p.m. Rochelle Park residents over 55 are welcome to join. Dues $15/year. For information, call Mitzi at 201-843-9243. SOUTH HACKENSACK The Senior Citizens meet the first Thursday of the month, at 1 p.m. Bingo on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. 201-440-9032. Second Friday HACKENSACK AARP Chapter 418 Meeting 12:30 p.m. at the Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St. For information call 201-489-2585. HACKENSACK Americas Unidas Multicultural Senior Center activities at 101 Hudson St. Center open Monday Through Friday from 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Hot lunch served daily at noon Monday Friday. Mondays and Wednesdays, Muscle Training at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Belly Dancing at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Arthritis Exercise at 9:30 a.m. These classes are free of charge. 201336-3320. SPECIAL EVENTS MAYWOOD Maywood Station Museum Open Houses 2012: Sundays, Sept. 30 and Nov. 4 from noon 3 p.m. Wednesdays, June 27 featuring Dave Murphy as part of the Backyard Summer Concert Series and Aug. 15 from 7-9 p.m. A number of 4 X 8 bricks are still available for $75. Visit maywoodstation.com. Now through June 10 SADDLE RIVER HackensackUMC Designer Showcase 2012 held at 27 Denison Drive Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Heart and Vascular Hospital and the Emergency Trauma Department. $30. Sponsorships available. For tickets visit thedsnj.com. Call 551-996-3252. June 8, July 13, Aug. 10 HACKENSACK Parents Night Out presented by the YMCA of Greater Bergen County, 360 Main St. from 6 10 p.m. for children 3 12 (all potty trained). Fun night of activities for the kids while parents have a night out. YMCA family members/Free, members/$5 and Nonmembers/$10. Registration required at 201-487-6600 ext. 226 or visit ymcagbc.org. June 14 HACKENSACK 2012: Extreme Makeover, Main Street Business Expo presented by the Upper Main Alliance at the Ciarco Center, BCC, 355 Main St. from 6 9 p.m. To register as a vendor cost is $250 to Upper Main Alliance, 238 Main St. Suite 110, Hackensack, or Alexander Anderson Real Estate Group, 14 Bergen St. Hackensack, 07601. For information call 201-343-6640. July 4 MAYWOOD Maywood Fourth of July Parade The theme is Let Freedom Ring, 201805-9137. July 1, 4 PARAMUS Fourth of July Parade and Parade scheduled for July 4 and fireworks for July 1. Sponsorships are needed. Donations can be made to the Borough of Paramus July Fourth Celebration, Finance Dept. 1 Jockish Square, Paramus, NJ 07652. For information call 201-265-2100 ext. 751. SUPPORT GROUPS HACKENSACK Overcomers Outreach a free support service for addiction related issues. Meetings are every Friday night from 7 8 p.m. at 720 Summit Ave. For information call Joanne at 201-4247725 or visit overcomersoutreach.org. HACKENSACK Victim Family/Friends Support Group coordinated by the Bergen County Prosecutors Office and Parents of Murdered Children, Inc. to support family members and friends of those who have died by homicide. Call 973447-8285 or 201-226-5792 or visit bcpo.net. HACKENSACK Cardiac Support Group Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at Prospect Heights Care Center Cardiac Unit, 336 Prospect Ave. Call 201-518-7753. HACKENSACK Diabetes Support Group Thursdays at 1 p.m. at Prospect Heights Care Center, third floor, 336 Prospect Ave. Call 201518-7753. TOWN NEWS MAYWOOD Special Improvement District 2012 meetings. July 11, Sept. 12, Nov. 28. Meetings are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. and will be held in the third floor conference room, 15 Park Ave. Call 201-845-2900. MAYWOOD Fire Prevention Meetings held at 4:30 p.m. at the municipal complex, 15 Park Ave. June 12, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11. No meetings in July and August. Call 201-845-2900. 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BY MICHAEL COHEN A dominating performance by the boxers of the Bergen County PAL made the second annual boxing tournament at Hackensack High School a pleasure to watch on May 11. Don Somerville, the Hackensack-based boxing programs instructor, was proud of the effort his boxers displayed in front of family and friends as his team captured three of four bouts. Its a testament to the hard work, dedication, desire and discipline that these boys display day in and day out, Somerville said. Bergen PAL sent out four fighters into a tournament that featured a card of 12 fights representing boxing clubs from across the Tri-State area. Its bigger, its better, Somerville said of his growing program. We are teaching kids how to be successful in the ring of life. Boxing is huge now in this area. The first Hackensack boxer to step into the ring was Jonathan Montalvo in the 105-pound Junior weight competition against Plainfields Amaziah Filani. It turned out to be a landslide victory for Montalvo. Although the local boy got off to a slow start with Filani dropping multiple jabs to Montalvos right, the youngster fought back. He pushed Filani to the ropes and got him tired by the second round. Montalvo finished Filani off in the third round with a hard left that stunned his opponent. Soon Filanis punches became less frequent as the final bell tolled. In the next bout, Hackensacks Bryan Cruz came out like a man on a mission in his Senior/Novice fight against Andrew Aissatou of Mid-Atlantic Boxing. Cruz delivered a series of quick and hard jabs to Aissatous head and mid-section, forcing the 141-pounder to stumble against the ropes. The Hackensack crowd grew even more excited as Cruz dropped two straight punches to Aissatous head that it knocked him out of the
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Bryan Cruz destroyed his opponent in the 141-pound Senior Novice bout. first round. This was Bryans first fight. He wanted to take a shot, and, whats more, it was his first fight at home, Somerville said. Hackensacks success continued later that evening when Rico Perry defeated Derryin Hasford of Elizabeth Boxing in the 152-pound open bout. This was Perrys first attempt at an open fight. Open fights are three separate, threeminute rounds. Most kids in boxing programs are accustomed to three, one-minute rounds, but Perry was up to the challenge. Perry got off to a slow start as Hasford dominated in the number of hits he landed on Perrys torso, but he hung in there. Even though he couldnt deliver a powerful right hook, Perry was still able to get the necessary jabs that he needed. This included a series of head shots before the first round closed. Perry grew more aggressive as the night progressed. He pushed Hasford up against the ropes but Hasford fought out of it by blocking Perrys hook. It was becoming apparent that Hasford was growing tired and desperate, as he was grabbing Perrys arms and holding him back from delivering the final blow. Once Perry broke free, he dropped a couple of sweet uppercuts to close it out as the bell rang. That was a grudge match, said Somerville. We fight against Elizabeth a lot. We consider it fighting amongst friends. This was Ricos first open and he left it all out there. He had to be willing to take chances, and he left no doubt out there tonight. Finally, Joseph Buttafuoco, despite a valiant effort, fell to Sheik Trice in the 201-pound Novice bout. Trice was very elusive on the mat, and Buttafuoco struggled to get his legs moving in the first round. Eventually, Trice pushed Buttafuoco up against the ropes and punched him repeatedly, giving the appearance that this would be a very fast fight. Still, Buttafuco hung tough. In the second round, he delivered some very nice hits to Trices midsection. When Trice pushed Buttafuoco up against the ropes a second time, Buttafuoco nailed Trice in the cheek to stun him. Buttafuoco became more aggressive and started to deliver some hard jabs on Trice. However, once the final bell sounded, it was Trice who came out victorious by decision thanks in part to powerful close in which he pinned Buttafuoco and dropped some nice jabs to his side and torso. Trice is a guy who has a Golden Gloves title, said Somerville. He is hard to beat, and Joe gave him everything he could handle. He has the heart of a lion.
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One Seat, Two Powerful Democrats

BY PATTI MCNAMARA On May 23, Rep. Steve Rothman and Rep. Bill Pascrell met for what would probably be the last time before local Democrats make their decisions during the primary election for the Ninth Congressional District on June 5. The opponents, both seeking the Democratic nod for the November general election where one of them will take on the Republican party, faced off in a debate at the Ethical Cultural Center on Larch Avenue in Teaneck. The event was organized by Bergen Grassroots, a volunteer, non-partisan political activist group which advocates government reform. According to Paul Eisenman, chairman of Bergen Grassroots, the debate was held to help the voters differentiate between the two men and their public policies. Both Pascrell, of Paterson, and Rothman, of Englewood, have by saying, I choose to be a fighter, and I dont sit on the sidelines. Rothman, who is seeking his ninth term in the Ninth Congressional District, was raised in Englewood where he served as mayor for two terms. Rothman also served as a Bergen County Surrogate Court judge. Rothman told the audience that earlier that same day David Axelrod, senior political adviser to President Barack Obama, offered his endorsement. The first question to the candidates was regarding the possibility that the Supreme Court would strike down the healthcare reform plan. Pascrell pledged to fight for healthcare, as did Rothman. If the Supreme Court rules the mandate unconstitutional, then they are dead wrong, said Rothman. As the debate progressed, the two candidates seemed to agree more than disagree on most questions including the ones on foreign affairs. Both men agreed that Iran is a threat but favored diplomacy rather than military action. Both said they regretted voting in favor of invading Iraq. Pascrell was in favor of Obamas staggered plan to withdraw troops from Afghanistan, while Rothman leaned toward a more rapid withdrawal. When asked about their proudest accomplishments in Congress, Pascrell spoke about his success in getting funding for veterans who suffered traumatic brain injuries. Rothman was most proud of his ability to make public schools more secure and the preservation of 8,400 acres of the Meadowlands. When asked if they regretted any of their past votes, Rothman said he would not vote for a bankruptcy bill again and Pascrell regretted his vote in 2002 supporting George Bushs request to attack Iraq. In closing, Rothman told audience members that he is the reliable progressive vote and that he was the most effective at bringing home the money from Washington, D.C.
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Rep. Steve Rothman and Rep. Bill Pascrell faced off in Teaneck. served for the same period and have similar voting records. Rothman currently represents the Ninth District, and Pascrell represents the Eighth District, but because the Congressional districts were redrawn last December, the race has pitted the two Democrats against each other. In the redistricting, New Jersey lost one of its seats in Congress. With only two weeks left before the primary, the 90seat auditorium was packed to capacity with guests eagerly awaiting 90 minutes of debate. Pascrell introduced his wife of 48 years, Elsie, and members of his family who were in attendance. Pascrell offered a brief history of his life as the grandson of Italian immigrants. I was the first member of my family to go to high school and then college and graduate school, said Pascrell, who is a veteran of the U.S. Army. He became mayor of Paterson in 1990 where he claims he made city hall accountable to the taxpayers. Pascrell ended his opening statement
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MARGARET CIURCIU FERRI, of Saddle Brook, passed away peacefully on April 28 at Hackensack University Medical Center at the age of 87. Born in Hackensack, she lived in South Hackensack and, most recently, in Saddle Brook for 21 years. Prior to retiring, she worked for McCall Patterns of Hackensack. Previously, she was a hairdresser. Beloved wife of the late John Ferri. Devoted mother of Lynn Roth of Hackensack. Dearest grandmother of Christina, Ronald and Shaun. Cherished great-grandmother of Alyssa and Jake. Adored great-great-grandmother of Miles. Loving sister of Millie Pesce of Little Ferry. Also survived by many caring nieces and nephews. FRANK LONGO, of Hackensack, passed away peacefully on May 5 at the age of 84. Born in Moonachie, he lived in Hackensack for more than 60 years. He began that journey as a farmer in Moonachie where, as a teen, he managed his mothers farm. In 1951, the farms were sold and he entered into the independent trucking business. Frank became president of Polifly Trucking Company in Hackensack. In 1965, he established Fralon Construction Company and was the builder and owner of his first apartment building in Hackensack. Sellon Corporation followed with his second construction project in 1967. In 1969, he became the owner of the Arch Restaurant in Hackensack and Elco Home Improvement in Englewood and his career took off from there. Frank was predeceased by his loving wife of 32 years, Eleanor Wascha Longo, now finally reunited in heaven. Loving father of Linda Longo and Diane Longo. Cherished grandfather of Carrie Williams Greene and Patrick Williams. Devoted son of the late Dominick and Veronica Ciavaglia Longo. Dearest brother of Edward Longo, Rose Spirito, and the late John Tucci, Dominick Longo, Paul Longo, Angelina Paradiso, Mollie Tucci, Rachel DeGregorio and
Veronica Sylvester. ADAM MULARCZYK, of Hackensack, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on May 9 at the age of 63. Born in Wroslaw, Poland, he lived in Warsaw and came to the United States in 1973, settling in Philadelphia. He lived in Hackensack for 29 years. He began his automotive career working for several different dealerships in Philadelphia and eventually came to Hackensack where he became the general manager at Heritage Lincoln Mercury. He then went to Ken Smith Motors of Ridgewood where he worked for 17 years as the CEO and general manager. He also founded and was president of DMI Consulting Corporation of Ridgewood. He was a parishioner of Holy Trinity R. C. Church of Hackensack. Beloved husband for 29 years of Eve (ne Jakubaszek) Mularczyk. Devoted father of Peter Mularczyk of Los Angeles and Kathie Mularczyk of Hackensack. DANIEL HOPKINS, of Hackensack, passed away on May 18 at the age of 27. He was a 2002 graduate of Fair Lawn High School. He had worked as an HVAC technician for Fritz Air Conditioning of Parsippany. Cherished son of Nicole Hatton and her husband, Daniel, of Hackensack, and Daniel Hopkins and his wife, Lisa, of Emerson. Dearest brother of Michael Grieco and Charly Lynn Hatton, both of Hackensack, and Karli Ann Hopkins, Demi Hopkins and Tori Hopkins, all of Emerson. Adored grandson of Charles Venezia of Wayne and Linda (ne Torre) Venezia of Rochelle Park. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. ELVIS TAVERAS, of Hackensack, passed away on May 23 at his home at the age of 49. He was born in the Dominican Republic and was a driver for Party Rental Limited in South Hackensack. He was a parishioner of St. Francis R. C. Church of Hackensack. Beloved husband of Jacquelin Santos Taveras. Devoted father of Elvis,
Kevin, Angie and Dave. Dearest brother of Marcello Tavares and his wife Adriana and nine brothers and sisters in the Dominican Republic. VIOLA WALKER, ne Ambrosino, formerly of Maywood, passed away on May 24 at the Oradell Health Care Center at the age of 83. She is survived by her four children: John (and Elizabeth) Vivenzio of Maywood; Karen (and Bill) Bidding of Pringle, Pa.; William (and Elizabeth) Walker of Hackensack; and Donna Walker of Lodi. She is also survived by four grandchildren: her beloved Diana (and Rolando), as well as Andrew, David (and Amanda) and Lauren, plus three great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her former spouse William Walker and by her loving friend, Carl Minotti. Born and raised in Brooklyn, she moved to New Jersey in 1991. PAUL POLIFRONE, of Williamsburg, Va., passed away peacefully on May 24 surrounded by his loving family. Born Aug. 9, 1946, in Hackensack where he was deeply rooted, he resided in Bergen County for 55 years. After 29 years with the Bergen County Prosecutors Office, he retired in 2000 as lieutenant and director of the Bergen County Narcotics Task Force. In 2002, he and his wife retired to Williamsburg, Va., where he had a successful real estate business with Lennar Corporation. He is survived by his devoted wife, Carol (ne Corbran) Polifrone, with whom he shared 38 years of marriage. Dedicated and loving father to Jane Moore and her husband Brian of Warrington, Va., and Kate Kelley of Williamsburg, Va. Incredible Papa to his cherished grandchildren, Colin Edward Moore, Graham Connor Kelley and Alayna Jane Moore. Devoted son of the late Paul Polifrone Sr. and Theresa Itro Polifrone. Dearest brother of Dominic Polifrone, Frank Polifrone, Richard Polifrone, Theresa Lavallo, Anthony Polifrone and JoAnn Navatto. Uncle of Christopher Polifrone, Brandon Polifrone, Paul Polifrone, Jennifer
Navatto, Lisa Marie McKegney and Prina Polifrone. CARMELA IURATO, ne Pulino, of South Hackensack, passed away peacefully on May 25 at the age of 89. She was born in Vittoria, Sicily, Italy, and came to the United States in 1954, settling in Hackensack. She lived in South Hackensack for 15 years. She was a parishioner of St. Francis Church and was a member of the South Hackensack Senior Citizens. Beloved wife of the late John Iurato (2000). Devoted mother of Russell Iurato of Stanhope and Teresa Crisafulli and her husband Mario of Hasbrouck Heights. Loving grandmother of Laura and Joseph. Cherished great-grandmother of Joseph and Lorenzo. Dearest sister of Stella Pulino and Lucia Pulino of Sicily. FRANCES CHACANIAS DALY, of Hackensack, died on May 25 at the age of 68. She was born in the Bronx and was the devoted daughter of the late John Daly and Teresa Senuta. Loving mother of Nick and his wife Susan, Peter and his wife Rose-Ann, Elizabeth Reed and her husband Steve, James, Daniel and Christopher. Cherished grandmother of Domonique, Peter, Ryan, Jordan, Hannah, Ella, Benjamin, Taylore, Aiden and Branden. Dearest sister of John, Helen and the late Catherine and Daniel. Beloved companion of Anthony Mr. D Dinaro. FRANCES MUSTO, ne Donofrio, of Hackensack, passed away on May 27 at the age of 87. Prior to retiring, she worked as a librarian for various law firms in Hackensack. She was a parishioner of the Church of Immaculate Conception of Hackensack. Beloved wife of 67 years to the late James Musto. Devoted mother of James Musto of Rochelle Park and the late Robert Musto. Loving grandmother of Christopher Musto and his wife Maria of Lyndhurst. Cherished great-grandmother of Alyssa and Nicholas. Dearest sister of Theresa DiStephano of Long Island and the late Mary DElia, Nettie Mucci, Angelo Donofrio and Anthony Donofrio.
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Padillas the Right Choice
I am writing to express my sincere and qualified support for Tomas Padilla becoming the next chief of police. By way of introduction, I am a retired chief of police, having served 34 years as a police officer. I am presently serving as the borough administrator of Upper Saddle River. I believe my experience in government allows me an insight into both the operational as well as the administrative functions of government. I have known Chief Padilla as a police officer, a superior officer and as a family man. I can attest to you his qualifications for the position of chief of police are superior. His continued devotion to duty and his desire to serve the citizens of Hackensack have been shown many times over the past few months, especially his desire to upgrade the standards of performance and provide for an open door policy to address concerns within the department. His invaluable knowledge, integrity and dedication would serve the governing body, the police department and the City of Hackensack in an exceptional and professional manner. Theodore Preusch Borough Administrator, Upper Saddle River
Thank you, Hackensack Emergency Responders

On Saturday, May 26 a devastating fire destroyed a neighbors home and changed not only theirs but our lives forever on Clinton Place. I wanted to take a moment to thank the first responder, Officer Greg Zisa of the Hackensack Police Department, and the team of firefighters from the Hackensack Fire Department who were so professional, caring and strategic in controlling the fire. There were countless other teams that assisted in battling the blaze and a big thank you goes to Teaneck, River Edge, Lodi and all the EMTs as well. I want to say how proud I am to be a resident of Hackensack because we have a talented group of men and women who are on our side. We should remember these individuals put their lives at risk everyday and dont think twice about saving our lives. Scott Proulx Clinton Place Hackensack
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As a long-time resident of Clinton Place, I would like to commend the Hackensack firefighters for their brave efforts in putting out a significant fire on our block. I know that the Clinton Place residents were so grateful to our fire department and those of the surrounding towns. For a quiet residential neighborhood, this was a very difficult event to watch and the dedication of the firefighters was heartening. I also want to commend the emergency services of Hackensack, Lodi and many other towns for their efforts. And of course, Id like to commend Police Officer Greg Zisa, who I have known since he was a child. As the first officer on the scene, he smoothly took control and kept everyone out of harms way. Clinton Place is a special piece of Hackensack. While we may be known for our Halloween spirit, I like to think that we should be known for being a caring and compassionate neighborhood. The fire on May 26 was a frightening event, and watching our neighbors of more than 45
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The City of Hackensack hosted a Memorial Day ceremony at the Revolutionary War Memorial Green on Hudson Street on May 28. This years guest speaker was Jeffery Bolano, a Hackensack High School graduate who served in the Army and is currently in the U.S. Army Reserves. He spoke about the camaraderie of those who serve in the armed forces and that a simple handshake can often serve as a bond between those who have fought overseas. He also spoke about growing up in Hackensack and the impact it had on his life. Finally, Bolano said that Memorial Day should be a time to remember the people who have served their country. The Hackensack Department of Recreation accepted a flag flown from a Blackhawk helicopter by Jamal Honesty Jones, a former Hackensack High School student, who recently completed a tour in Iraq with the Navy. He said he honored his mother and the recreation department during the helicopter flight. Accepting the flag were Hackensack Mayor Jorge Meneses, Councilman Marlin Townes, Councilwoman Karen Sasso, Councilman John LaBrosse and Greg Liosi of the recreation department. Wreaths were presented at the memorial by the City of Hackensack, the fire department, Hackensack Policemens Benevolent Association, Hackensack Regional Chamber of Commerce and a group
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BY PATTI MCNAMARA Although the temperature was soaring and the air was thick with humidity, a large crowd gathered at American Legion Post 170s Memorial Day service in Rochelle Park. The event, which was held by the monuments at Midland School, brought out men, women and children of all ages who came dressed in red, white and blue. The Midland School Singers kicked off the service with a rendition of the Star Spangled Banner, and the Rev. Bob Wolfee of Sacred Heart Church presented the invocation. Commander Bob Salvini of American Legion Post 170 welcomed the crowd and reminded resi-
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BY JULIANN WESTON It was a crisp spring morning when hundreds of Bergen County volunteers gathered in Hackensack and other neighboring municipalities to lend a helping hand as part of a Rebuilding Togethers National Rebuilding Month campaign event on April 28. The main objective of the campaign is to rehabilitate and improve low-income homeowners homes at no cost. In addition, non-profit and community spaces that serve and benefit low-income families, the elderly, military veterans and the disabled are also selected to receive help. With warm hearts and eager spirits, volunteers of all ages arrived as early as 7:30 on this Saturday morning in Hackensack. There were no idle hands or dragging feet. Everyone came with one thing on their minds, to help. Robert Williams, a house captain, and AmeriCorps National Service Project Manager Andrew Mboya assembled the troops and divvied up the work. Members of the Paramus Catholic High School football team, Allendale Womens Club, students from Hackensack High School, Mount Olive Baptist Church Mentoring Program, New Hope Baptist Church, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church Youth Group of Wyckoff and countless community residents picked up paint brushes, hammers, nails and brooms to restore and rejuvenate four properties in Hackensack. Paramus Catholic Coach Chris Partridge and Assistant Coach Rob Petrosino led their 17-man team in tackling Carver Park where they fixed the benches, cleaned up the lawn, repainted the basketball, tennis and handball courts and more. Juniors Justin BushellCastello and Erik Santiago said they didnt mind spending their Saturday morning cleaning up the park. I want to see the park better and cleaner, BushellCastello said. Santiago agreed. Growing up in an inner city before, a park was a good way to escape for me to get away from a lot of things going on around in the town. I just want to make sure that these kids have a safe place to play. Its a good contribution for the team. Volunteers also worked to rehabilitate the Hackensack home of Paul and Yukiko Davila and their five children, the Center for Food Action and the offices of the Visiting Homemaker Home Health Aid Service of Bergen County.
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IBEW Local 164 sponsored the work done at the Davila home where there were plumbing and electrical improvements, sheet rocking and the installation of insulation and a new second floor banister.
At the Center for Food Action, volunteers updated the electrical work, painted, installed new countertop and flooring. We are a pantry that makes people feel really good and Rebuilding America is
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helping us look good doing it, said Jeanette Martinez, the centers site manager. At the homemaker service offices, volunteers weatherized the entrance ramp for wheelchairs. The process by which homes and facilities are accepted for rehabilitation is a fairly simple one. Applications are accepted each year. Requests must detail the exact work needed at the location. A representative from Rebuilding America then visits the property and issues a report. An evaluation team then reviews the reports and selects the properties based on the availability of trained volunteers such as electricians, carpenters, roofers, etc. For more information about Rebuilding Together Bergen County, visit www.rebuildingtogetherbergen.org.
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