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Rabbi Investigates the ‘Souls’ of the Animals We Love Temple Sholom Rabbi Ronald Isaacs recently released his newest book.
By Audrey Levine It began five years ago when Temple Sholom Rabbi Ronald Isaacs was holding a question and answer session for children and adults. Several of the questions he was given concerned animals and their roles in the Jewish religion. “I got the idea that a lot of children have animal questions,” he said. “And I thought, what if I did a question and answer book about animals?” That was the start of what eventually became “Do Animals Have Souls?”, a new book released by Isaacs in September. “I did a version, got rejections and put it away,” he said. “Then I went back to it a year ago, and KTAV said they would help.” KTAV is a publisher of Jewish textbooks, and Isaacs’s latest book is the final one it is
producing. “They said it’s quirky,” Isaacs said. The book was ready for the recent “Dog Day at the J,” sponsored by the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, where Isaacs had a table and books available. Isaacs said he held an earlier talk at the JCC, and guests had questions for him about where Judaism and animals intersect. “We talked about the loss of a pet and how to grieve Jewishly,” he said. “You can say a mourner’s prayer for anyone, but I think there should be a distinction between animals and people.” Someone else, Isaacs said, asked if they could give a dog a Hebrew name. “I said you could, but why?” he said. “But a rabbi in North Jersey said he would do a Hebrew
naming ceremony for dogs.” Isaacs said he sees that as a chance to teach Hebrew words because the dogs are given names based on their personalities, like “Simcha,” which means “happy.” Isaacs said he knows that his dog is part of the family, and part of why he is passionate about animals. “Every Friday, I bless my dog, just like I do my children,” he said. “She’s a member of the family.” These thoughts, and more, are discussed in Isaacs’s book. At the JCC this year, with his book in hand, Isaacs answered questions from many different people about taking care of their pets spiritually. “Some people who were not Jewish said they appreciated the book,” he said. “One asked for See RABBI, Page 5
Township Honors All Veterans The Martinsville VFW hosted a Veterans Day ceremony at Chimney Rock Park.
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By Audrey Levine The Martinsville VFW Post 6588 gathered to honor the veterans of all wars at its annual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at Chimney Rock Park. Past commander Al Schubach said he was pleased with the turnout for the ceremony, although the post itself only has six remaining remembers. Councilman Allen Kurdyla spoke about the foundation of the patriotism and pride in veterans in the country. “What a tribute to a special group of people,” he said, “who
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have given us the privilege to be here today.” Kurdyla spoke about how children pretend to be soldiers when they are young, and then grow up to fight for their country. “The foundation of service comes from the service of our veterans,” he said. “They gave us a feeling of pride that beats in our hearts.” “I can say nothing but thank you, thank you very much,” he added. The ceremony included a reading of the names of the two Martinsville VFW Post members who recently died, and a playing of “Taps.” Maj. George Christenson was the guest speaker at the ceremony. “This is a piece of Americana embedded in the rich history of Somerset County,” he said of the memorial at Chimney Rock
Park. “The vital role of veterans cannot be overlooked,” he added. “We are confident as a nation our way of life will remain protected and free.”
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By Bruce Doorly bdoorly@verizon.net In May, former BridgewaterRaritan High School basketball player Eric Murdock opened a new restaurant, which he coowns, called Stapleton’s, named after his former basketball coach at Bridgewater-Raritan High School West — Vaughn Stapleton. Stapleton, who died in 1993, had been the most influential person in Murdock’s life. Murdock played under Stapleton from 1985 to 1987, the latter being when the team won the state championship in Cinderellalike fashion — beating teams that were then considered the powerhouses of New Jersey high school basketball. We take a look back at that special year when the “Golden Falcons” (as they were known then) won the first of what would turn out to be three consecutive state basketball championships. The star on the team then was future NBA player Murdock, who averaged 23 points a game, but the supporting cast could hold their own. Lance Miller, a 6’ 4” forward, averaged 12 points a game and made the all-county team. His brother, Dave Miller, a 6’ 0” guard, averaged 10 points a game and was also on the allcounty team. While offense gets most of the attention in basketball, it was their
defense that set them apart from other teams. Stapleton taught them to play an intense man-toman defense. The team balanced their offensive and defensive performance very well and they won most of their regular season games by large margins.
State Tournament
After a 24–1 regular season, the Golden Falcons headed to the state playoffs. In the first playoff game, they put on an amazing performance against Hamilton East, taking a 20–2 lead. By the third quarter, it was 61–22 before the starting players were removed from the game for good. The final score was 92–49. The win startled the basketball community, as it was the kind of rout that is seen in a mismatched regular season game, not a state tournament. The Golden Falcons’s scoring leaders that game were Murdock with 27, Dave Miller with 12 and Lance Miller with 10. Reserve forward Bob Bryant scored 10 points, coming off the bench.
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The next game was against the defending state champions, Ewing. The game was tied with 5 minutes left in the first half when Bridgewater went on a 12–4 surge to take an eight-point lead into the locker room. The highlight reel inSee BASKETBALL, Page 11
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Three Firefighters Honored for Their ‘Valor’ A total of eight New Jersey firefighters, including several from the North Branch Fire Company, received the prestigious Valor Award from the Saint Barnabas Burn Foundation at the 26th Annual Valor Awards Oct. 24. Every year, the Burn Foundation recognizes firefighters, policemen and other health care professionals throughout New Jersey for heroic endeavors on and off duty. North Branch firefighters Jay
Hennessey, Mike Zangrillo and Rand Milton received the Valor Award this year. On March 4, North Branch firefighters were called for a smell of smoke in a condo on Magnolia Lane in Branchburg. They arrived on scene within four minutes, and found a light smoke condition in a secondfloor condo, with heavy smoke inside and a yellow glaze in the windows. Branchburg police were also
called to the scene. The interior crew arriving on the scene consisted of Hennessey, Zangrillo and Milton, who found a working fire inside the home, but didn’t know if anyone was there. The firefighters were able to force entry into the condo, and found a well-involved fire in the kitchen that was spreading to the rest of the structure. Milton worked on the hose line to contain and extinguish the fire,
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while Hennessey and Zangrillo searched for potential victims. During the search, the firefighters found a 68-year-old female who fled from the fire by going into the bathroom and closing the door. She was unconscious and seriously burned on her face and hands. After finding her, the firefighters brought her out for fresh air and found that she was breathing on her own, but was still unconscious. The woman was air-lifted to The Burn Center at St. Barnabas, and was discharged after a twomonth stay. The three firefighters received the Valor Award, and were also recognized by the NJ State Legislature and presented with written proclamations. All three firefighters are still active with the North Branch Volunteer Fire Company, and Zangrillo has since become a police officer.
Student Receives 2013 Meteorological Scholarship Bridgewater resident James F. Danco was recently awarded the 2013 Dr. Pedro Grau Undergraduate Scholarship, according to a release from the American Meteorological Society. Danco is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in meteorology at Rutgers University. Twenty-two senior undergraduate $2,500 scholarships were awarded this year, given to encourage them to pursue careers in the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences. Danco also received the
Moody’s Mega Math Challenge Award in March 2010, the Naval Weather Service Scholarship in September 2010 and others. According to the release, Danco is looking to further research in how the climate is changing and how much natural variability versus man-made emissions are influencing that climate. Danco, the release said, plans to attend graduate school, and is hoping to become a forecaster for the National Weather Service or a private forecaster for groups that rely on weather to make their decisions.
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Martinsville Kids Raise Funds for Cure A group of Martinsville children came up with a plan to raise money this past summer for a friend recently diagnosed with B type ALL Leukemia. On Aug. 20, 5-year-old Quinn Knapp, of Martinsville, was diagnosed with the disease. Right away, 9-year-old John Murray and 7-year-old Franny Murray, also of Martinsville, decided to make and sell rainbow loom bracelets to raise money to help find a cure for the disease. Through the project, “Caring for Quinn,” the children began making bracelets, and also recruited Knapp’s siblings Caro-
line and Colin, Karley Newsome, Matthew McBurney and Ally and Fina Festa to help. Known as Team Quinn, the children sold their handmade creations at soccer games, practices, dance classes, football games and anywhere else they could. In addition, the team has been selling bracelets every weekend, using an old lemonade stand, at the end of their driveways to get new customers. Aside from the bracelets, the families held the first annual Team Quinn Walk-A-Thon on Oct. 20, for which they recruited 250 walkers from the commu-
nity, including friends, family, scouts, fellow church members, classmates and neighbors. They worked to raise awareness for childhood cancer and help Knapp in any way they could. All the children involved are Adamsville Celebrates Dads and Breakfast — The Adunder the age of 10, and have amsville Primary School PTO sponsored its annual Breakfast with Dad been stepping up to help their Oct. 4, with children in pre-kindergarten through second grade. The PTO, friend as he fights cancer. They and many Adamsville families, donated fresh fruit, bagels, coffee and have dedicated their free time juice. “This is an annual event that the students really love, and our PTO to raising money and awareness looks forward to sponsoring every year,” said Adamsville PTO president Mijett Long. During the event, Craig Yarwood won the raffle held by the where they can. Knapp, according to informa- PTO, but he donated the money he won back to the PTO. Proceeds from tailsis respond- the drawing during the event will contribute to future PTO events. Dave tion fromLobster his family, Elephant earsSsfogiatelli ing well to treatments at this time. and Johnny Cooper are pictured above. Eclairs For more information on his stoOpen 7 Days! d Chocolate horn ry, visit his website, caringbridge. Old Worl M-Th: 7-7, Fri: 7-8 p o h S e Bak Sat & Sun: 8-8 org/visit/quinnknapp/mystory. Pasticalli & Espresso Bar
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The Raritan Public Library has special events planned for this month. To join in on the fun, stop by the library at 54 East Somerset Street, Raritan, or call 908-725-0413 to register.
Santa Craft
Adults are invited to sign up for this class being led by Irene Mortko. The goal will be to paint a poly-resin Santa. The program will be held Dec. 5 at 6 p.m., and the cost is $8. Stop by the library to register for the program, and a sample of the Santa will be at the circulation desk.
Angel Craft
Also being led by Irene Mortko will be a craft class to paint a poly-resin angel. The class will be held Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. This craft is also $8, and registration can be completed at the library. There will also be a sample angel at the circulation desk for viewing.
Congratulations to Kathy Pfeifer, of Bridgewater, the winner of our ad symbol contest. Kathy won a free haircut and style from Gaetano’s Salon on Somerset Street in Raritan. In the above photo, Kathy (left) is shown receiving her prize from Gaetano’s owner Gaetano Izzo. As a child growing up, I remember going places with my dad. Everyone always treated me great. It wasn’t until I got older that I realized why. It was my dad that treated everyone great and they were just returning the favor. He always helped people out, never told anyone of his charity. He would tell me “you take care of people and God will take care of you!” I remember listening to Marlo Thomas talking about her dad. She asked him “Dad, why do you go and work for free and give away your time and money?” His response was “the takers of this world may eat better from time to time, but the givers always sleep better.” The day I became an adult was the day I realized it was better to give than to receive. I got such joy as I watched family open gifts that I bought for them. Never was I to get more joy out of receiving again. At Gaetano’s Salon, we are a family, we want to thank you for being a huge part of our lives. We want to thank everyone for coming in to support the “Elle Foundation” thank you for all your charity. Be Blessed, Gaetano Izzo
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On Dec. 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Olde Towne Carolers will be performing at the library. These professional musicians have sung on the “Rachael Ray Show” and many radio stations. Several members of the group will be on hand to perform classic carols like “Deck the Halls” and “Up on the Housetop,” in addition to some more obscure tunes. Refreshments and desserts will be served at the event. Call the library at 908-725-0413 for more information or to register to attend.
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Condon Named New Director at Jointure Erica Condon is the new executive director for The Jointure, which has an office on Route 202 South in Raritan. Condon will oversee The Jointure, which involves more than 500 children in before and after school programs in three school districts; a pre-school/ kindergarten program; a summer enrichment program; an adult education program; and more. Prior to this, Condon was the assistant director with the
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Book Explores Animals Firefighters, Council Members Honor Local Veterans and Spirituality RABBI from Page 1 a healing prayer because the dog was having surgery.” Years ago, Isaacs said, he found a quote from the Jewish philosopher Maimonides that animals do have souls, but they are different than humans. “Human souls can allow humans to have morality, know right from wrong,” he said. “Dogs can’t be trained that way.” Isaacs said that rabbis from years ago also did not believe animals would have the same future world, but his conclusion is a little different. A woman asked him recently if he believed her dog would go to Heaven with her one day. “I believe there is more than a good possibility that your dog will be up there,” he said. “The woman was happy.” Isaacs said he loves the name of the book and the questions it answers. “I was lucky to find someone to do it,” he said. “I had had the idea for a long time. It just took a while for someone to say yes.” One of the most interesting questions he has been asked, Isaacs said, is whether there is Kosher and Kosher for Passover pet food. “I googled it,” he said. “They are sold in smaller shops. The food is leaven free, all meat.” Isaacs said he has never found
another member of a clergy who has done a book on animals and spirituality. “I am really happy with the way it came out,” he said. “Now it is all about me trying to sell it. But you don’t have to be Jewish to read the book. The answers resonate with anyone.” Isaacs did the book royaltyfree, and is not getting money from the sales of it. “All the proceeds from the sale go to pet charities,” he said. Isaacs has lived in Bridgewater since 1975, and has spent his entire career at Temple Sholom, on North Bridge Street. When he was graduating from rabbinical school, both he and his wife were finishing their secular educations. “I needed a place within an hour’s distance,” he said. “This was luck, but I didn’t know it would be my entire career.” “This is a charming town with nice people, and good access to highways,” he added. And his career has not just included his rabbinical studies. Isaacs has written about 120 books, some in collaboration with others. The books have included projects for Bar and Bat Mitzvah students and games for the Sabbath. “I always wanted to write a book,” he said. “I always wanted to do user friendly books, not scholarly ones.”
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BRRSD on AP District Honor Roll The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District was recently honored as one of 477 districts in the United States and Canada placed on the 4th Annual AP District Honor Roll. The honor is given to districts who have increased access to AP course work, while also maintaining or increasing the percentage of students who are earning scores of 3 or higher, out of 5, on the exams. Since 2011, according to a release from the district, BRRSD has increased the number of students participating in AP courses by 6 percent, and has increased the number of students earning scores of 3 or higher by 50 students.
This is the third time the district has received this recognition from the College Board. In 2013, according to the release, more than 3,300 colleges and universities around the world received AP scores for college credit, advanced placement or consideration in the admission process. “We applaud the extraordinary efforts of the devoted teachers and administrators in this district who are offering more students the opportunity to engage in rigorous college-level course work,” Trevor Packer, senior vice president of AP and Instruction with the College Board, said in the release. “These outcomes are a powerful testament
to educators’ belief that a more diverse population of students is ready for the sort of rigor that will prepare them for success in college.” Inclusion on the AP District Honor Roll, the release said, is based on the examination of AP data from 2011 to 2013. According to the release, districts must increase participation by at least 4 percent in large districts, 6 percent in medium districts and 11 percent in small districts; increase or maintain the percentage of exams taken by African American, Hispanic/ Latino and American Indian/ Alaska Native students; and improve performance levels of students from 2011 to 2013.
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By Audrey Levine The Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Board of Education is continuing to interview candidates for the superintendent position, with a goal of hiring someone to begin on Jan. 1. Board of education president Patrick Breslin said at a recent meeting that the board reviewed applications from Oct. 8 through Oct. 16, and picked 13 candidates, out of the 26 who applied, who fit the criteria. From there, Breslin said, the board picked eight candidates who seemed to fit the needs of the district. Initial interviews of seven of those candidates (because seven opted to take the offered interview) were conducted, Breslin said. “We had 12 to 16 hours of interviews and deliberations,” he said. As of the middle of November, Breslin said, the board was preparing for its second round of interviews of the candidates. “We are working on those now, and then we will deliberate,” he said. Interviews were expected to continue throughout November, with an update expected after those are concluded. Former superintendent Michael Schilder retired over the summer. Assistant Superintendent Cheryl Dyer is currently serving as interim superintendent in the district.
December 2013
Student Corner Every month, we will ask students around the district to answer one question about the school year or the time of year or something interesting going on. This month, we spoke to students at Eisenhower Intermediate School and asked: What are you excited for about winter break?
“I’m going to Delaware to see the Christmas lights. I get to see my grandparents because I don’t get to see them often.” — Stacey Hoffmeister, 5th grade “I’m excited to spend time with my family. My best friend moved so we might fly to Georgia to see her. I’m excited to see her and her family.” — Jordan Gold, 5th grade “I’m looking forward to seeing my cousins. I don’t get to see them often, and I can see some of my friends. I’m also excited to play lacrosse.” — Peter Usewick, 6th grade “I’m looking forward to seeing my friends that I don’t get to see that often. I’m also looking forward to going to a New Year’s Eve party.” — Kayla Reynolds, 6th grade “I’m looking forward to spending time with my cousins in California. We’re going to many different places, and we haven’t seen them in a while.” — Nikitha Shivakumar, 5th grade “Every year my family goes to New York City the day after Christmas, and we spend the night. Sometimes we go to a Broadway show.” — Amanda Martinho, 6th grade “My sister is a sophomore in college and she’s coming home for a month. We get to spend time together and open presents.” — Suresh Kannoth, 6th grade “In my family, we have a tradition to go to New York City and see the Christmas tree. We do it every year.” — Yash Kulkarni, 6th grade
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December 2013
Robotics Team Wins Elimination Match A team of students from Branchburg-based Storming Robots, including two from Bridgewater-Raritan High School, won the first elimination round of the 2013 ZeroRobotics SPHERES Challenge, hosted by MIT and NASA. The team, known as Quark Charm, advanced to the semifinals of the competition. There were 10 total members of the team, including BRHS 11th grader Sunny Aggarwal and BRHS ninth grader Pranav Darbha.
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According to a release from Storming Robots, this is the third straight year that the team has won the 3D Elimination Round and advanced to the semi-finals of the challenge. The next elimination round is Dec. 2. The robots used in the challenge are miniature satellites called SPHERE, according to the release, which have their own power, propulsion, computing and navigation equipment. The competition is an intensive engineering/physics/programmingcentric challenge in which teams design software that can automate small satellites operating in a microgravity environment on the International Space Station. The competition, the release said, begins online with teams competing to solve a specific challenge. Finalists are then selected to compete in a live championship on the International Space Station. An astronaut will conduct the
championship competition in microgravity with a live broadcast. Throughout the last three weeks of November, the release said, the team worked on math, coding and strategy enhancement for the competition, using the Storming Robots online forum to communicate with each other. Code for the next elimination round is submitted in early December. From there, the top nine teams are selected to enter the finals. For more information about Storming Robots, visit the website at stormingrobots.com.
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Testing Report Reveals Improvement By Audrey Levine Interim superintendent Cheryl Dyer recently presented the annual district testing report, with students strong in their performances in tests in all grades. As for the NJASK test, Dyer said, the number of students achieving proficiency or higher in all grades for language arts was more than 80 percent. Eighty to 90 percent were at least proficient in math. “We are only below 90 percent for 2013 in math in the seventh to eighth grades,” she said. “Grade seven is usually a dip down, but it did show improvement this year.” With scores released, but performance reports not yet available, Dyer said the districts performance targets are in jeopardy for certain subgroups at Adamsville Primary, Bradley Gardens Primary and John F. Kennedy Primary for language arts. For math, the schools with targets in jeopardy are Adamsville, JFK and the middle school. Those schools will now, as per state regulations, have to come up with action plans to remedy performance on these tests. “Now we have to do the im-
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provement plans,” Dyer said. “Student achievement data is part of the teacher evaluations this year.” Board member Ann Marie Mead asked why there are no concerns about target goals at Eisenhower Intermediate, which gets students from JFK. “There may have been changes made that didn’t manifest until Eisenhower,” Dyer said. “It could be maturity.” “It could also have to do with the subgroups because of how many grades are combined in the testing pool,” she added. At the high school, average scores on the SATs were about the same in 2013 as in 2012, as were scores on the ACT. Dyer did note that not as many students take the ACT test, but Bridgewater is of-
ten ahead of the state average. As for advanced placement tests, Dyer said, 540 students took tests in 2013, with an increase of 61 students from 2012. A total of 1,350 tests were administered, up by 90 from 2012. From there, Dyer said, 94.7 percent of the students taking AP tests passed with a score of 3, 4 or 5. “In New Jersey, passing rate on the AP tests was in the 70 percents,” she said. “Ours was a full 20 percent higher, and that is kudos to all the teachers.” Dyer said a total of 475 graduates in 2013 were planning to attend some sort of four-year college. In the coming years at the high school, there will be some curriculum changes coming because
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that it could be difficult for students with so many tests. “We could fear students will lose their motivation,” she said. “We can’t afford that because we would lose how the district is valued.” For now, Dyer said, all students are doing well. “Our students continue to perform at a high level,” she said.
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and café to benefit the band. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the BridgewaterRaritan Middle School on Merriwood Road. Beautiful handcrafted items from more than 40 local crafters will be on sale. There will also be hot food and more for sale. Admission to the fair is free, and proceeds will benefit the high school band. For more information, email BRHS_ Craft_Fair@yahoo.com.
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The Martinsville Community Center will be hosting Christmas in Martinsville from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. It will include pictures with Santa, hot chocolate and caroling, and will end with the lighting of the tree. The event is being cosponsored by the Martinsville Community Center and the Washington Valley Business Alliance.
The St. Ann’s School, on Second Street in Raritan, will be hosting a Sports Card and Collectibles Show from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be 50 dealer tables. Admission to the event is $1, and all proceeds go to St. Ann’s School. For more information, call Glenn at 908231-6658. The Church of St. Joseph, on Somerset Street in Raritan, will be holding its 2nd Annual Holly-Day Boutique from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature vendors, a bake sale, pierogi sale and a free children’s craft table. The event will be held in the church school auditorium. For more information, call the church office at 908-725-0163. The Bridgewater-Raritan High School Band Parents Association is hosting a craft fair
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The Raritan Knights of Columbus will be holding its annual Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at St. Ann’s Parish on Anderson Street in Raritan. The menu includes eggs, quiche, pancakes, bacon, fresh fruit and more. The breakfast is $8 per adult, and $5 for kids ages 5 to 14. Contact Chuck Galvacky with any questions at c.galvacky@att.net or 908-6353980.
The Knights of Columbus #5959 is sponsoring a blood drive, conducted by the New Jersey Blood Center, at the Blessed Sacrament Parish Hall on Washington Valley Road. The drive will be from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Those who donate will be entered into a sweepstakes to win two tickets to Super Bowl XLVIII at Met Life Stadium in February.
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The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, on Talamini Road in Bridgewater, will be hosting The Irma Horowitz Film Series with Israeli short films at 6:30 p.m., presented by the Ma’aleh School of Television Film and the Arts in Jerusalem. The fee is $10 in advance and $15 at the door. To register, call the JCC at 908-725-6994, ext. 201.
The Raritan Valley Symphonic Band will hold its annual winter concert at 3 p.m. in the Bridgewater-Raritan High School auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public. The band will perform a concert called “A Symphonic Celebration,” with renditions of “Suite from the Nutcracker,” “A Chanukah Celebration,” “A
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The Bridgewater Township Library, on Vogt Drive, will be hosting a Gift of the Magi Event from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. The event is being sponsored by Bridgewater Girl Scouts troops 60542 and 61067. Those in attendance will hear the story of “The Gift of the Magi” and see highlights of it in a skit. In addition, all participants will be able to select five brand new gifts to spread the spirit of gift giving throughout the holiday season. The suggested age of the event is pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, but it is open to all. Registration is recommended, but not required. To register, call 908-429-9744 or email ShelbyGoldAward@aol.com.
December 31
The Martinsville Community Center will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party, something it hasn’t done since the mid-1970s. The party will last from 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., and will feature dinner catered by Luna Rossa and dancing. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided, but it is a BYOB event. The cost of the event is $55 per person. For more information or to register, contact Rich Lepik at rlepik@verizon.net or 908-295-0825.
JCC Hosting Hanukkah Party The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, on Talamini Road in Bridgewater, is hosting a family Hanukkah party Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. Activities will include making a Hanukkah oil candle holder, making oil from an olive and a gift wrapping station. There will also be pizza and potato latkes. Guests are encouraged to bring their own menorahs for the sixth night of the holiday. All ages are welcome, and the party is open to the community. The admission fee is $10 per child, $5 per adult or $30 max for the immediate family.
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Leadership Program Benefits Needs of SHIP The Leadership Somerset Class of 2013 held “SponsorSHIP” on Oct. 12, to honor the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP) in Somerville, recognizing the ways it helps local citizens with housing and food needs. The goal of SponsorSHIP was to raise community awareness for the organization and highlight the facility renovations that were recently completed by the Leadership Somerset Class of 2013. The renovations included painting, updated technology and landscaping. The event was held at St. John’s
Episcopal Church in Somerville, and also raised funds for the organization to maintain its mission of helping those in need. It included a silent auction of items such as donated artwork from local artists, gift certificates and performance tickets. Attendees partook in food, entertainment and culture. In attendance were county freeholders Peter Palmer and Pat Walsh, Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli and Assemblywoman Donna Simon. In addition, community members volunteered their services, including Bridgewater-Raritan
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BRHS junior Nicole Davidovicz prepares hors d’oeuvres for SponsorSHIP. High School athletes, who set, served and cleaned up the event. Girl Scout Cadet Troop 65928 helped with preparations, and Immaculata High School art teacher Deirdre Rosinski coordinated local artists, who donated their talents. Musical performers Jim Jasion on the keyboard and Daijiro Okada on the jazz guitar entertained the crowd. SHIP opened in 1984 to help men, women and children who are in need of emergency housing, medical and other services. It provides free services that also include advocacy and counseling.
Bradley Gardens Holding Toy Sale Following the success of its clothing sale, the Bradley Gardens Primary School PTO is holding its annual $1-2-3 and Up Toy and $10 and Up Bargain Bicycle Sale. The sale will be held at the school on Pine Street Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests who come out to the event can expect to find good quality and gently used toys, games, dolls, DVDs, crafts and more, all displayed on tables that are organized by gender. The tables will feature stocking stuffers and more substantial gifts, all with great bargains. The sale itself is designed to help the community recycle useful items, assist families in a tough economy and raise money
for the school. The PTO, according to information from the organization, keeps prices low to ensure that everyone can afford to buy. For the most part, people donate new toys with price tags, or games that have barely been used. The PTO will accept donations of gently used toys and bicycles. They will be accepted Dec. 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Those looking to donate can bring their items to the school’s main entrance. The PTO is asking that game pieces and toy parts be bagged, with those bags labeled. The PTO runs this sale every year to raise money for the school.
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BRHS freshman Justin Davidovicz sets up parking for sponsorSHIP. The organization is led by Tom O’Leary. Leadership Somerset is a 12-month program that encourages those living and working in Somerset County to become trustees and leadership resources for their communities. Participants in the program take part in interactive discussions, explorations of issues affecting the neighborhoods and more.
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1987 Team Takes State Final Game After Fight Against Newark
BASKETBALL from Page 1 cluded a nice fast break basket by Bill Ettel after a Murdock-blocked shot, a Lance Miller-turnaround jumper that delighted the crowd and an impressive “end-to-end” run by Murdock that started with his rebound on defense and ended with a layup at the other end. In the third quarter, they continued their domination, outscoring Ewing, 16–9, to take a commanding 15-point lead into the fourth quarter. But Ewing, the defending champions, was not going down without a fight, and, in the fourth quarter, Bridgewater started missing shots. With a minute left, Ewing pulled to within four points, but Murdock came through, hitting four of five free throws and a bank shot in the final minute to
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Here, the Golden Falcons were out for revenge, as the year before they had been eliminated in the state tournament in double overtime by Colonia. A packed house of basketball fans came to see what they thought would be a close game between two evenly balanced teams. The score was tied 12–12 one minute into the second quarter when Dave Miller put Bridgewater up for good with a jump shot. Then Murdock drove through the defense to the basket on two consecutive possessions, and Lance Miller stole a pass and went in for a layup. When Colonia inbounded the ball, a deflected pass was intercepted by Murdock, who scored on a jump shot. They took a 32–21 lead at halftime. In
the last half, Colonia tried to battle back, but the final was 75–50.
The Semi-Final Game
The semi-final game was a thriller that went down to the last second. In this game, the usual stars did not have their best night, but, as a great team does, the lesser players stepped up to ensure the win. Camden had a considerable advantage over the Falcons and as the game progressed, it appeared that this advantage might be too much for Bridgewater as they fell behind by 13 points midway through the second quarter. They gained some ground after that, but were still losing by seven at halftime. The outside shots by Murdock and Dave Miller that usually connected were not falling. Jim
Shickora made up some of the slack, and they entered the fourth quarter down by five. As the clock ticked away, they closed the gap. With 2:30 to play, Murdock hit a jumper to pull them within two. Stapleton then decided to have the Golden Falcons change from their man-to-man defense to a 1-3-1 defense in the hopes of confusing Camden. It proved a brilliant move. Ettel, who had not scored in the first three quarters, came alive and hit a 17-foot jumper that tied the score. Ettel then got a foul shot that gave the Golden Falcons a 3-point lead with 1:34 to play. Camden scored quickly on their next possession to close to within a point. They then fouled Dave Miller, and he made one foul shot. Camden scored on a jumper and the game was tied with 43 seconds left. Ettel made a 10-foot jump shot and was again
fouled on the play. His foul shot gave Bridgewater a 3-point lead with 31 seconds left. Camden managed one foul shot on the next possession to close it to 60–58. They fouled Lance Miller and he converted both free throws, putting Bridgewater up 62–58 with 21 seconds left. Camden quickly scored, reducing Bridgewater’s lead to two points. On Bridgewater’s possession, Camden fouled Murdock in order to stop the clock. Murdock went to the foul line with 8 seconds left to shoot a “one-on-one.” He tossed the free throw as the crowd of thousands watched intensely, but the shot missed. On the rebound, Ettel, who was in the midst of the best 3 minutes of his career, managed to grab a part of the ball along with a Camden player. The whistle blew on the “tie up” and, fortunately, the “possession arrow” was in favor of the Falcons. On the inbounds pass, Lance Miller was fouled. The clock now showed just 5 seconds left with Bridgewater clinging to a 2-point lead. Once again, the free throw was missed, and Camden grabbed the rebound and raced up court. They got a hurried shot off just before the horn sounded, but the shot missed and the game was over.
quarter, Ettel gave Bridgewater the lead for good. At the start of the fourth quarter, the Golden Falcons, with the championship in their site, went into high gear. Led by Murdock, they outscored Shabazz 25–9 in the fourth quarter, for a final score of 76–57. Murdock was tournament MVP with 28 points. Dave Miller added
an impressive 18, Ettel again rose to the occasion with 14 points, and Lance Miller had six. Shickora also had six points, but it was his defense against Shabazz star Avent that was his best contribution to the team. To see photos, articles and box scores for this team, log on to www.raritan-online.com.
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The final game for the state championship was held at The Rutgers Athletic Center. Bridgewater played Shabazz High School, of Newark, led by 6’ 9” future NBA player Anthony Avent. Up until half time, the game was even with Shabazz holding a slim 2-point lead. It remained tight, but with 3 minutes left in the third
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By Audrey Levine Bridgewater’s Republican incumbents Allen Kurdyla, Howard Norgalis and Filipe Pedroso were re-elected to terms on the township council in the Nov. 5 elections. “I just want to say thank you, and I appreciate the support of everyone who voted for me, and the hard work of everyone on the committee who supported me and worked to make this happen,” Kurdyla said. “I want to thank everyone for the privilege they’ve given me to represent all Bridgewater residents.” Kurdyla earned 7,516 votes, Norgalis earned 7,243 votes and Pedroso earned 7,015 votes. Democratic challengers George Jones, Mary Pranzatelli and William Metz earned 4,153, 4,298 and 4,058 votes, respectively. In total, 12,673 votes were cast in Bridgewater, out of the 29,774 registered voters in town, a 42-percent turnout. Pedroso echoed his thanks for the vote. “I’d like to thank my fellow residents for their vote of confidence and trusting me to continue to represent them as their councilman in this town that I love dearly,” he said. “I would like to assure them that I will continue to do my part to do whatever I can to keep Bridgewater the best place to live.” Norgalis did not return a re-
quest for comment. sions over switching to county ship,” he said. “I have seen the Kurdyla said the campaign 911 dispatch, which was large- township change so much over was run well, and was a chance ly opposed by local volunteer the past 36 years, but this is still to put a focused effort on meeting emergency workers. The switch the best place to live.” with residents and learning any was approved by the council by One question that comes up concerns about the township. a 4–1 vote. often in the elections is the idea “We used that opportunity to “My opinion to support it of whether it would make more discuss Bridgewater Township, has been based on a tremen- sense to have a two-party system and to help confirm if I’m on dous amount of meetings,” he in Bridgewater. For years, voters the right track or not,” he said. said. “There was a tremendous have placed only Republicans on “I was very pleased to hear that amount of concern about wheth- the council. most residents are very pleased er this change is in the best interBut, Kurdyla said, just being with Bridgewater Township.” est of the township.” able to say there are Democrats “Their concerns about taxes “About two years ago, I had and Republicans on the council and quality of life, we share my reservations,” he added. is not enough reason to change. those,” he added. “(Meeting “The make up of the candiwith residents) allowed me to “My goal and motivation dates is more important than confirm what I believe to be to serve on the council is to what party they belong to,” important and to stay focused he said. “As much as you’ve pass on to future generaon what I believe is important heard the terms checks and tions, including my children, balances, you’ve heard, ‘I’m for Bridgewater Township.” Kurdyla said he believes a Bridgewater Township that voting for the person.’ The he and his fellow council Republican candidates have continues to be the envy of presented themselves better.” members have a tremendous so many others.“ responsibility to the resi“My question is, give me dents to listen to their cona reason why the Republican —Filipe Pedroso cerns, but also act responsicouncil should be replaced bly to make the right decisions “I’ve been asking questions and if the only reason is checks and for the township. addressing concerns, and, to me, balances,” he added. “How does “Most arguments have mul- it does make sense to do this, not that hold water?” tiple sides that impact the de- only for the financial return but Kurdyla said Bridgewater is a cision process as to what will for the technology that will be good place to live, the quality of finally be done,” he said. “Dif- implemented over time.” life is great and the tax rateables ferences of opinion do come up Pedroso said he will continue are decent. based on points of view. I want to focus on limiting government And although all the candito continue being responsible to spending, maintaining Bridge- dates over the years, from both the residents, but also respon- water as a hub for businesses parties, have been great Kursible to my right to form an and protecting the uniqueness of dyla said, there is a system that opinion.” the township neighborhoods. allows voters to keep in place That was most evident, Kur“I was lucky enough to be what works. dyla said, in the recent discus- raised in this beautiful town“It has to be a strong argument
on the other side to change it,” he said. Pedroso said that despite arugments about the one party rule, Republicans have protected the residents’ interests in town. “We all love living here because prior Republican leadership has passed a fantastic place for us,” he said. “The Republican organization has continuously brought forth exceptionally qualified candidates, who take their responsibility to the residents very seriously, and the outcome is the proof.” In the upcoming term, Kurdyla said, he is looking forward to investigating development, bringing tenants on to the former Sanofi site and having the township be marketed as a good site for business. “If it’s a logical proposal and we can support it, we will work with a developer to try to make it a very positive impact for Bridgewater,” he said. “That’s what our concern is.” Pedroso said his goal is to continue to improve the township. “My goal and motivation to serve on the council is to pass on to future generations, including my children, a Bridgewater Township that continues to be the envy of so many others,” he said. “Representing all 45,000 residents is an honor and a privilege.”
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Raritan’s Republican Incumbents Win 2013 Elections By Audrey Levine With the 2013 elections over, Republican incumbents Paul Giraldi and Andrew Sibilia are preparing to start their new terms after defeating Democratic challengers Jennifer Capici and Tracy Cavallaro. “I would like to thank all the citizens of Raritan who came out in support of Andy and myself in our bid for borough council of Raritan,” Giraldi said. Sibilia echoed those thoughts. “Thank you to my wife and kids for all that they do and for being there for me,” he said. “Thank you to all the people who came out and voted for me and Paul, and for believing in us.” Giraldi and Sibilia earned 823
and 877 votes, respectively, in fundraiser,” he said. “I would for their new terms beginning the election that saw a turnout of also like to thank all the people in January, there are issues to 1,597 total Raritan voters. who made our fundraiser a suc- address. Democratic challengers Capici cess and gave us funds to help us “I think that the major issues and Cavallaro won 651 and 624 run our campaign.” that confront the borough are the votes, respectively. Sibilia said it was a strenuous overcrowded housing, improving A total of 1,597 people the business environment, cast their votes Tuesday, “Thank you to all the people who increasing a police presout of 4,253 registered ence and developing the came out and voted for me and voters in town, a total of riverfront,” Giraldi said. Paul, and for believing in us. “ about 37 percent. “These issues are currently —Andrew Sibilia Giraldi said it took being worked on, but need a team to accomplish a to be addressed at an accelsuccessful campaign, and he had campaign, particularly because erated pace.” nothing but praise for those who he was a late addition to the bal“The citizens of Raritan desire helped. lot. a clean, safe and a strong business “I would like to thank all those “But there were people who environment, and that is what we who helped us with walking helped us out when we needed it look to deliver,” he added. around town, making the phone most, and we got it done and got Sibilia said he hopes residents calls, putting up the signs, de- the result we wanted,” he said. know that they can contact him at signing our handouts, printing As the town moves forward any time with any thoughts about our copies and helping with our and Giraldi and Sibilia prepare the borough.
“I am open to any suggestion anyone has,” he said. “The more ideas people have, throw them my way. Don’t just complain, have a solution, be more proactive than reactive.” As he walked around knocking on doors during the campaign, Sibilia said, he found that people in different parts of town have different concerns. “On Bell Avenue, it’s speeding, in others its recreation,” he said. “People downtown say we have to help with parking on Somerset Street. Each part of town has its own issue.” Giraldi said he mostly just wants to thank everyone for their support. “I hope that we can live up to everyone’s expectations,” he said.
Most State Incumbents Re-elected Buying Buying or or Selling Selling By Audrey Levine Incumbents were the big winners in the local, county and state-wide elections this year. In Raritan, Republican incumbents Paul Giraldi and Andrew Sibilia won re-election, while in Bridgewater, Republican incumbents Allen Kurdyla, Howard Norgalis and Filipe Pedroso earned re-election. On the board of education, incumbents Jeffrey Brookner, Lynne Hurley and Jill Gladstone received 5,018, 4,790 and 4,891 votes, respectively. At the county level, Sheriff Frank Provenzano was re-elected, as was Somerset County Freeholder Patricia Walsh. Sen. Michael Doherty was also
re-elected, as were Assemblymen Erik Peterson and John DiMaio. And in the most anticipated election of the year, Gov. Chris Christie was re-elected for his second term. All will be sworn in to their positions in January. “In looking at the entire election, it seems that state offices were pretty predictable, with not much changing at the state level,” Giraldi said. “The county and local elections were more contested, with our county doing very well and returning some good people.” Kurdyla said he is particularly pleased to be able to work with the same legislators and county officials.
“They’ve been very attentive to Bridgewater Township, and I know the administration has a good working relationship with them,” he said. “I believe that’s the way government should work.” Also in the 2013 elections, voters approved a ballot questions to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $8.25. There will also be an amendment to the state constitution to tie future increases in the minimum wage to inflation. Voters also approved a second question to amend the state constitution to allow veterans’ groups to keep some money raised through raffles and games of chance for repairs and other work in their club houses.
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Raritan Parades Halloween Through Center of Town By Audrey Levine With a special parade down Somerset Street, Raritan celebrated Halloween with hundreds of guests in attendance. The Raritan Borough Recreation Department held the event, which included a parade that began and ended at the municipal building, and lots of snacks. The event also featured a costume contest for children of all ages.
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Bridgewater Health Fair a Success Spend New Year’s at Home The annual Bridgewater Township Fall Senior Health Fair was held at the senior center on Somerville Road Oct. 24, and attracted hundreds of people to get information and testing. The event featured free audio tests and skin cancer screenings, as well as blood pressure checks, flu shots and chair massages. In addition, Somerset Medical Center was represented as St. Peters offered a bone density indication test.
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Troop Hikes Strenuous Philmont Trek In July, nine local boy scouts ages 15 to 17, and three adult advisors, from Troop 154 completed a strenuous trek at the Philmont Scout Ranch in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of New Mexico. Philmont is the largest of four Boy Scouts of America National High Adventure Bases located throughout America and Canada, and is the largest youth camp in the world. The backpacking hike was described to be one of the more strenuous available at the 137,000-acre 215-squaremile ranch, and was scheduled to be 85 miles over 10 days. Troop 154, made up of mostly Bridgewater boys, backpacked between 85 and 90 miles, with the average backpack weighing from 40 to 50 pounds. Having to live out of their packs for 10 days, they carried food, water, tents, stoves, fuel and gear. Troop 154’s first day on the trail included visiting the Kit Carson Museum at Rayado, where they enjoyed throwing tomahawks. At around 1:30 in the afternoon, a hard, cold rain began to pour down all over northern New Mexico and complicated setting up camp at Backache Springs. The rain continued as the crew hiked to Abreu, a period homestead from the 1830’s. On the trail, the crew successfully spar-pole climbed 30-foot poles at Continental Tie & Lum-
By Sue Baldani Special to The BReeze 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 … Happy New Year! New Year’s Eve in the New York metropolitan area usually brings to mind sights and sounds from Times Square in New York City. Masses of people bundle up against the cold and cram together counting down the last seconds of the year, while the sparkling ball drops from above. Excitement and energy fill the air as confetti streams overhead. However, there is also something to be said for staying close to home. Many towns, including Bridgewater and Raritan, are filled with restaurants and pubs offering delicious meals and entertainment to celebrate this momentous night. Many of them have special fixed menus and great music and dancing to keep things lively throughout the evening. A few of them actually have party rooms to rent for the night, so you can design your own private celebration with your family and friends. Some of the area hotels have New Year’s Eve packages as well, and you can even stay the night. So you can eat, dance, celebrate
and sleep all in one place. No need for a designated driver here. Another option is to make your own fun at home. Get your friends, neighbors and family together and order in Chinese food or pizza, or have it catered. You can have game night, sing karaoke, or just hang out and reminisce. As the clock nears midnight, turn on the television and count down with the rest of the East Coast while watching the crowds cheer and bands play long into the night. And how nice it is to be watching from the comfort of your warm, cozy living room. Guests can even bring their sleeping bags so no one has to worry about being on the road and driving home. So if you’re not in the mood to deal with large crowds, or to stand for hours in the cold after driving an hour, these stress-free local alternatives may be just what you’re looking for to ring in the new year. Just remember to make reservations since many venues fill up fast. Check AmericanTowns.com and yahoo.com for information on local dining and other opportunities around Bridgewater and Raritan. Happy New Year!
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Scout Donates Bocce Courts to Bridgewater Township By Audrey Levine When he joined Troop 88, of Bridgewater, in 2008, 17-year-old Frankie DiMatteo’s father suggested that he one day build bocce courts for his neighborhood. “He put the idea in my head, and it wasn’t mentioned again until I needed to do my Eagle Scout project,” DiMatteo said. And just a few months after completing the two courts at Rolling Knolls Park, DiMatteo
and his troop celebrated a ribbon cutting with Bridgewater Township Mayor Dan Hayes. “This is a great gift for the township,” Hayes said at the ceremony Nov. 12. DiMatteo said he really likes the game of bocce, and wanted to move forward with the project. Not including time spent actually planning, the construction of the two courts took about six days to complete.
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Bridgewater Memories of Winter By James Koch Special to The BReeze The memories of holidays in Bridgewater go back more than 50 years, unbelievably even before the Bridgewater Commons opened in 1989. I am not going to tell you stories of how I had to walk uphill 5
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Michael Bruce Fund Collecting Donations The Michael Bruce Fund has announced that it is beginning its 2013 fundraising drive to help those who have suffered traumatic spinal cord injuries. “This is our 25th year of the fund,” Gene Kirkwood, managing director of the fund, said in a release. “We have been fortunate over the years to receive corporate donations and other support from local towns and individuals to keep the memory of Michael Bruce alive and help those in need.”
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ans were honored during a Pinning Ceremony at The Chelsea at Bridgewater. Each veteran was presented a flag lapel pin and a certificate by retired Marine Jamie Mark Farkas, of the American Legion Post 363 in South Bound Brook. The event was presented by Gentiva Hospice in conjunction with Senior Helpers and The Chelsea at Bridgewater. Participating in the ceremony were Michele Pache and Elaine Carlsen, of Gentiva Hospice; Marine Veteran Jamie Mark Farkas; Ruth Hollingsworth, of Senior Helpers; and Dorothy Pietrucha, of The Chelsea.
Bridgewater & Raritan Home Sales Bridgewater 6 Stanford Drive 2A – $104,000 5 Stanford Drive – $115,000 122 Pine Street – $120,000 115 Chelsea Way – $135,000 319 Stratford Place – $165,000 313 Stratford Place – $178,500 1101 Pinhorn Drive – $184,500 2501 Vroom Drive – $240,000 1102 Bayley Court – $250,000 104 Chelsea Way – $285,000 2605 Pinhorn Drive – $285,000 665 Hawthorne Avenue – $300,000 157 Northfield Road – $315,000 1305 Palley Court – $306,000 10 Thomas Street – $300,000 125 Bonney Court – $340,000 1016 Sunset Drive – $340,000 455 Milcrip Road – $348,000 1000 Brown Road – $354,000 1115 Papen Road – $375,000 583 Foothill Road – $400,100 284 Victoria Drive – $380,000 216 Helfreds Landing – $395,000 720 Foothill Road – $390,000 5 Chamberlin Way – $395,000 241 Woodside Lane – $395,000 19 Morgan Lane – $410,000 1202 Dennis Court – $400,000
467 Rolling Hills Road – $435,500 5 Joanne Court – $474,000 1001 Brown Road – $440,000 544 Spring Valley Drive – $460,000 18 Brighton Avenue – $501,000 17 Loft Drive – $486,750 689 Birch Hill Drive – $502,500 24 Stella Drive – $490,000 15 Killarney Street – $547,500 1730 Cedarcrest Road – $525,000 10 Winslow Drive – $557,000 39 Shields Lane – $615,000 544 Foothill Road – $675,000 2229 Washington Valley Road – $765,000 Raritan 133 Weiss Terrace – $206,000 807 Rhine Boulevard – $268,000 815 Ashton Street – $319,900 596 Prospect Place – $371,000 17 Brentwood Road – $390,000 1 Dipaolo Court – $611,000 *This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by the Garden State Multiple Listing Service LLC (“GSMLS”). GSMLS does not guarantee nor is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the GSMLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. **The array represents closed sales from Oct. 21 through Nov. 19.
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JCC Awards Mirrorball to Local Dancer By Audrey Levine The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, in Bridgewater, held its 2nd annual Dancing With the Stars
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Celebrity Chef Raises Thousands for African Education By Audrey Levine Hillside Intermediate School held its annual Celebrity Chef program Oct. 24 to raise money for children in Africa. The event was part of the Roots & Shoots program, and Students Raising Students, which is designed to help raise money to send to students in Kenya and Tanzania to help them continue their education. Students turned out in droves to show off their prepared foods, and guests donated money to the dishes they liked the best. The winners of the evening
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Obituaries Bridgewater — Bernice Knepper, 71, died Oct. 28. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Knepper is predeceased by her son, Robert M. Wagner. She is survived by her daughters, Bernice Galeota, of Phillipsburg, and Debra Wagner, of Bridgewater; grandson, Robert Galeota; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bridgewater — Adriana C. Brennan died Oct. 28. Brennan was director of alumni relations at Kean University. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Brennan is predeceased by her parents, Brennan A m e r i g o and Marie DiCecilia; and her brothers, Joseph and Michael DiCecilia. She is survived by her husband, Chris; her sons, Charlie, Benjamin and Alex; her “canine-daughter,” Lucy; brother, Reno DiCecilia; sister, Nina Martin; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bridgewater — Jean M. Casagrande, 85, died Nov. 2. Funeral arrangements were
handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Casagrande was predeceased by her husband, Richard Casagrande; and her sister, Josephine Errico. She is survived by her son, Mark Casagrande, of Piscataway; her daughter, Michele Casagrande, of Bridgewater; and her brother, Graham Fortuna, of Tennessee. Bridgewater — Mary H. Jannone, 89, died Nov. 6 at the Somerset Valley Rehabilitation Center in Bridgewater. Jannone was a seamstress for Cheerio Frochs in Bound Brook, retiring in 1988. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Jannone was predeceased by her husband, Michael J. Jannone; and her siblings, Paul Izzo, Dominick Izzo and Helen Greco. She is survived by her children, Michael D. Jannone, of Bridgewater, and Michele Bailey, of Montgomery; brother, Anthony Izzo, of Virginia; and grandchildren, Michael, Amanda and Christopher. Bridgewater — Stanley F. Lukaszewicz, 71, died Nov. 9 at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville. He was born in Poland in 1942 and was transferred to Germany when he was 1 year old with his fam-
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Bound Brook — John A. Dietrich III, 70, died Nov. 3 at Somerset Medical Center. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam, and also worked for Assante Well Drilling in Martinsville. He served as a security guard for Somerset Medical Center and Aventis. Dietrich was also a volunteer for the Bound Brook Rescue Squad for 20 years, and America Hose & Engine Co. #2 Fire Department for six years. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Bridgewater Funeral Home. Dietrich is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Kocanowski, of Bridgewater; two step-sons, Raymond Booth, of Bridgewater, and David Monteleone, of Georgia; step-daughter, Deb Knitowski, of Manville; former wife, Dorothy Nowalsky, of Bridgewater; brother, Richard Dietrich and his wife Lorraine, of Bound Brook; nephew, Richard Dietrich, Jr. and his wife Rosanna, of Hillsborough; and niece, Kelly Pfeiffer and her husband Matthew, of Mount Olive. Hillsborough — Olga Montone Morella, 95, died Oct. 31. She was a parishioner of St. Ann’s R.C. Church in Raritan. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Branchburg Funeral Home. Morella was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Morella; and her sisters, Yolanda Baylor and Dolores Tollata. She is survived by her son, Joseph Jr. and his wife Jo Ann, of Manville; her grandchildren, Jennifer Morella, of Montgomery, and Jeffrey Morella, of South Hampton; and her great-grandchildren, Madison, Marissa and Massimo. Princeton — Jean Montoney Parkinson died on Nov. 3 at the Pavilions at Forrestal in Princeton. She worked at both RCA
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Council Votes For Shared Court Bridgewater Collects Blood to Save Lives By Audrey Levine In an effort to reduce costs, the Bridgewater Township Council approved a resolution that will create a shared agreement between Bridgewater and Somerville for court services. The agreement will reduce the cost of court operations for both municipalities because of sharing space and personnel. The Bridgewater courtroom and violations area will be used for both towns for all court activity. According to the resolution, Somerville will reimburse the township $211,863.28 for all costs associated with their court proceedings, with the cost increasing by 2 percent each year. The agreement is expected to begin Feb. 1, 2014, and last three years. “[Somerville] Mayor [Brian] Gallagher and I are committed to delivering value to our resi-
dents,” Bridgewater Mayor Dan Hayes said in a release from the township. “I am delighted we were able to create a partnership that enhances service, maintains our individuality and delivers savings to our residents.” The agreement was approved unanimously by the township council at the Nov. 14 meeting. Council members Howard Norgalis and Filipe Pedroso were not present at the meeting. Somerville will conduct its court proceedings on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in the Bridgewater courtroom. These two days are not used by the Bridgewater court. The two municipalities, in their court proceedings, will utilize the Bridgewater court staff, violations area and record storage. “I look forward to working with Somerville to ensure a col-
lective success for our residents and court constituents,” Hayes said in the release. The next step is for the Somerville Borough Council to approve the agreement, before it is sent to the administrative office of the courts for review and approval. The proposal for a shared court was initially presented to the council in November 2012, but was defeated by a 3–2 vote. The original expectation was for a $73,000 savings to taxpayers, $47,000 of that for Bridgewater residents alone. The sharing of the courtroom, was in the initial proposal. Council members had expressed concerns about some of the facts and figures presented, as well as information that they believed was lacking. There was no discussion about the resolution at the Nov. 14 meeting.
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Pictured at event sponsor Uncle Vinnie’s Clam Bar in Raritan celebrating the success of the 2nd Annual Riverfest and Raritan Rubber Duck Race are (L–R) Ken Bateman, President & CEO of Somerset Medical Center; Raritan Borough Councilwoman and Riverfest CoChair, Stefanie Gara; Raritan Borough Council President, Riverfest Co-Chair and Duck Race Founder, Don Tozzi; Somerset Medical Center Foundation President, Paul Heugel; and Somerset Medical Center Foundation Director of Special Events, Donna Castronovo. Photo by Don Christensen. The Raritan Borough Economic Development Committee has reported that the second annual Riverfest and Raritan Rubber Duck Race raised more than $23,000, far more than it did in 2012. According to a release from the committee, the money raised is being donated to the Somerset Medical Center’s Steeplechase Cancer Center and the Raritan Borough Volunteer Fire Department. The highlight of the event, the release said, was the Raritan Rubber Duck Race with its inaugural running of a new corporate Grand Duck Race. Also a first this year was the New Jersey Hall of Fame Mobile Museum, a display sponsored by Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, a Johnson & Johnson Company. “The results of this event, which is only in its second year, far surpassed the level we achieved in 2012,” said Rubber Duck Race founder and Riverfest co-chair, and borough councilman, Don Tozzi in the release. “It’s a tribute to the hard work of the event’s core planning committee, over 50 community volunteers, a loyal group of sponsors and exhibitors, and the over-
whelming support of the residents of Raritan Borough and the surrounding communities.” According to the release, it is estimated that attendance at the September event this year was 6,000. Event co-chair, and borough councilwoman, Stefanie Gara said in the release that there were hundreds of vendors this year. “The participation of our event sponsors and exhibitors this year was over the top — by the end of August we had basically sold out of our booth spaces, which numbered over 100,” she said. “In addition, the level of 2013 Riverfest sponsors nearly doubled over last year, all contributing to the record-breaking success. We sincerely thank the organizations who supported this worthy cause, our many volunteers and the thousands of attendees who came out and enjoyed a sunny fall day of food, family and fun.” The winner of the corporate Grand Duck Race this year was Steve Kalafer and Flemington Car & Truck Company, and they will be entitled to display the traveling trophy at their organization for the next year.
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Varsity Sports Schedule Boys Swimming
12/3 — Away Meet against Watchung Hills Regional, 2:45 p.m. 12/6 — Home Meet against WWP South, 3:30 p.m. 12/10 — Home Meet against Ridge High School, 2:30 p.m. 12/19 — Away Meet against Westfield High School, 2:30 p.m.
Girls Swimming
Pop Warner Pee Wee Team Named Champions — The Bridgewater-Raritan Pop Warner Junior
Pee Wee football team recently traveled to the first Jersey Valley Conference finals during its successful 2013 season, earning another title. During the finals on Oct. 27, the Junior Pee Wee team defeated its opponent to become the 2013 JVC DIV II Champions. At that point, the Panthers were undefeated, with a 9–0 record. The team has been doing very well under the direction of head coach Ed Miller. In addition, the Junior Pee Wee and Junior Midget Cheerleaders earned spots to compete in the Garden State and regional competitions. Bridgewater-Raritan Pop Warner Flag, Mighty Mite and Junior Midget teams have also enjoyed successful seasons this year.
12/3 — Away Meet against Watchung Hills Regional, 2:45 p.m. 12/6 — Home Meet against WWP South, 3:30 p.m. 12/10 — Home Meet against Ridge High School, 2:30 p.m. 12/19 — Away Meet against Westfield High School, 2:30 p.m.
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12/5 — Away Game against South Hunterdon High, 3:30 p.m. 12/5 — Away Game against Warren Hills Regional, 3:30 p.m. 12/10 — Home Game against Watchung Hills, 3:15 p.m. 12/12 — Home Game against Immaculata, 3:15 p.m. 12/12 — Home Game against Franklin High School, 3:15 p.m.
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Marching Band Earns 2nd Place in Regional Championship Performing in the Regional Championship at Towson University at the end of October, the Bridgewater-Raritan High School marching band earned second place against 28 other bands. The band scored 80.40 in the championship’s preliminary round, which qualified them to progress to the finals, where they competed against 11 of the top bands on the east coast. The band performed around 9 p.m. in the evening Oct. 26, braving the cold and wind for their final performance. After much hard work, the team earned second place in the finals, just behind Lassiter High School from Georgia, with an overall score of 85.75, against Lassiter’s 87.60. “We are so proud of the BRHS Panther Marching Band, as they always fight through adversities and make us proud,” said Shanthi Sundar, a board member for the Bridgewater-Raritan High School Band Parents Association.
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BRHS Celebrates Homecoming Despite Loss to Westfield By Audrey Levine Hundreds of fans turned out to support the Bridgewater-Raritan High School varsity football team during its annual Homecoming game, held Nov. 1. Although the team lost to Westfield, 40–10, fans cheered on the players when they took an initial 10–0 lead during the first quarter.
The event featured a performance by the marching band, as well as the introduction of the Homecoming Court and the crowning of the BridgewaterRaritan High School king and queen. This year’s Homecoming King was Justin Chou and Homecoming Queen was Leah Watson.
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