MT Olive - May 2013

Vol. 5 No.5 www.mtolivenews.
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By Elsie Walker
M
ichael Lalama and Mairead Mitru are
Walkaholics. On June 8th and 9th, the Flanders
teens and 11 friends are going to walk for a
cause at the American Cancer Society Relay for Life held at
Mt. Olive High School. Receiving donations for their
efforts, teams will take to the track, a member at a time. A
team member must always be on the track and the teams
will walk continuously from night into the next morning.
Lalama and Mitru are the co-captains of the Walkaholics.
It benefits many people, not only those who are suffer-
ing. [It also] celebrates the survivors. [It] brings everyone
together in a fun way for a good cause, said Lalama. This
is his first Relay for Life. Mitru has been doing it for years
with her mom.
Relay for Life is a global effort. According the Relay for
Life website, relays are held in over 20 different countries.
The event is about hope, celebration, and remembrance.
The opening lap is the survivors lap, where cancer sur-
vivors take to the track to celebrate their victory. When
night falls, the event takes on a theme of remembrance as
luminars, bearing the names of those who have affected by
the disease, light the track. Those who have been affected
"Cub Scout Pack 47 of Flanders went camping at a scenic cabin at Camp Somers in Allamuchy Scout Reservation this past weekend.
Scouts are Thomas Huber, Ben Smith, Peter Huber, Ryan Welsch, Matthew Givone, Shane Dagostino, James Moore, Jared Welsch, Peter
Maulbeck, and Haven Scott. Activities were fishing, boating, basketball and archery. They cooked all their meals (scrambled eggs, chilii,
blueberry cobbler) over a campfire and of coarse...roasted marshmallows!"
Walkaholics Walk For a Cause
continued on page 2
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T
he Mt Olive High
School Leo Club,
which is the youth
group under the banner of
the Mt Olive Lion's Club,
recently helped to clean up,
paint and repair Camp
Marcella. Camp Marcella is
a camp for the visually
impaired youngster. It is
equipped with a specially
adapted pool for wheelchair
accessibility and provides a
camping experience for a
youngster that otherwise
would not had this opportu-
nity to experience nature in
its glory. The Lion's Club
has always contributed to
the camp's care and the Mt
Olive Lions Club annually
does the maintenance of the
craft building and all other
repairs and clean up that the
camp deems necessary. Last
year, the future Leo's Club
came to the Camp to volun-
teer their time. While they
were there, they not only
helped to restore the Craft
building after a winter
vacancy but decided to wel-
come last year campers by
decorating the entrance
door of the craft building
with the painted images of
the Leo's hand prints and
initials. This year the newly
formed Leo's Club, with
Carly Schaechter, President,
Brittany Miller, VP; Juliana
Crithary, Secretary and Jack
Greenbaum, Treasurer and
with the teacher advisor,
Erin Riley-Lepo,and the Mt
Olive Lions helped clean up
the disrepair of the winter at
the camp. The Mt Olive
Leo's Club decided that
their fundraising goals
would be to sponsor a visu-
ally impaired youngster to
the joy of a week long
camping experience at
Camp Marcella. This is
truly an example of our Mt
Olive youngsters at their
finest!
Cleanup time at Camp Marcella located in Rockaway Township
with our local Mt Olive High School Leo's and Mt Olive Lion's
Club.
may be those who are fighting the fight,
those walking, or those who have lost the
battle.
Lalamas reasons for joining in the event
are that cancer has hit close to home. He
just lost his grandfather to lung cancer and
his grandmother has lymphoma. Mitru lost
her grandmother and others in her family to
the disease.
The teens noted that they are looking for-
ward to walking together with their friends
and the other teams, sharing a common
bond and raising money for a cause they
believe in.
If youd like to support Walkaholics, you
can go online to the Relay for Life website
at relayforlife.org, search for Mt. Olive,
look for Walkaholics, and make a donation
We're excited to be a part of this event.
We would like to thank everyone is advance
for their donations and support. We truly
appreciate it, said Mitru.
Walkaholics...
continued from front page
Cleanup Time at Camp Marcella
Tell Them You Saw It In The Mt. Olive News, May 2013, Page 3
M
t. Olive Child Care & Learning Center, a nation-
ally accredited school which has been serving the
community for the past 37 years, is currently
accepting registration for the following Kindergarten
Programs: Full Day Kindergarten, K-Excel, and Before &
After Kindergarten.
The accredited Kindergarten program at the Centers
150 Wolfe Road, Budd Lake site, offers full day (6:30 A.M.
6:30 P. M.) curriculum based on what is used in the Mt.
Olive Public Schools. Enrollment is based on readiness of
child and residency is not required.
K-Excel is a new collaborative program between Mt.
Olive Child Care & Learning Center and the Mt. Olive
Township Board of Education. It is a school-based after
kindergarten literacy program.
The Before and After Kindergarten programs at the 150
Wolfe Road, Budd Lake site, offer education enrichment
and recreational activities.
For further information, please call 973-426-1525.
Mt. Olive Child Care & Learning Center
Kindergarten Options for the 2013-2014 School Year
P
erfect time to start cleaning out your closet and mak-
ing room for your summer clothing! Mt. Olive Travel
Softball will take your unwanted winter clothes off
your hands. We are conducting a clothing & toy drive
Saturday, June 1st at Dan Jordan field in Flanders 9:00-
2:00. All clothing, shoes, linens, plastic toys, stuffed ani-
mals, baby items, strollers & car seats are welcome. Out
with the old and in with the new! Items can also be dropped
off earlier by contacting loriw12@optonline.net for special
arrangements. Thanks for your support!
T
he Mount Olive High School's FIRST Robotics
Team is looking for volunteer mentor support for the
2013-2014 school year! We are actively looking for
people experienced with working in a metal machine shop
environment. Our team is in need of mentors that have
prior experience working with metal lathes, mills, drill
presses, sheet metal, welding and general metal shop equip-
ment. If you have the experience, we need you! Our men-
tor team is comprised of professionals who are passionate
and dedicated to our students and program. Our team is
focused on student learning and our role as a team mentor
is to share our expertise and prepare our students with crit-
ical life-skills. If you enjoy working with high school stu-
dents and have skills to share, then we would love to speak
with you! If you are interested in learning more about
FIRST Robotics and our team please visit the following
websites www.usfirst.org & www.mort11.org. If you have
any questions about our program or are interesting in join-
ing our team please contact MOHS Robotics Engineering
Teacher - David Bodmer at dbodmer@mtoliveboe.org or
973-927-2208, ext. 7647 for more information.
T
he 911 Memorial is a project to help build a strong
community partnership remembering those who
gave their lives September 11, 2001. IN OUR
HEARTS FOREVER We remember the innocence of
those many lives, and the loss of the bravest and finest
responders. We want our community to serve as a reminder
to all of our citizens of these lost and noble lives and of their
enduring memories in our hearts.
The 911 Memorial will be near the Veterans Memorial
located in Turkey Brook Park. Turkey Brook Park is home
of many sporting groups, tournaments, the Seward
Mansion, Site of the Mount Olive Community
Week/Carnival, and headways to many trails.
For more information please contact Councilman Ray
Perkins rayperkins@mtolivetwp.org or Lisa Pignataro,
Special Projects Coordinator lpignataro@mtolivetwp.org
973 691 0900 ex 7227
Clothing & Toy Drive
Robotics Team Seeks
Volunteer Mentor Support
Please Donate
911 Memorial
In the April 2013 issue the article titled Boy Scouts Troop
605 collected over 75 boxes of cookies at their Booth Sale
it was incorrectly stated that the Boy Scouts collected over
75 boxes when it should have stated Girl Scouts. We sorry
for the error.
Retraction
Dr. Goldberg, who has
been practicing dentistry
here in northern New Jersey
for 17 years, provides com-
prehensive dental services
including cosmetic dentistry,
dental implants from start to
finish, teeth whitening,
veneers, crowns, fillings,
root canals, dentures, plus
free consultations & second
opinions . The dentist and his
team provide gentle, caring
service in a comfortable,
state of the art facility.
The dentist is highly
experienced in implant den-
tistry, performing both the
surgical and restorative
aspects of implant therapy.
Dr. Goldberg graduated
from the University of
Connecticut and earned his
dental degree at the presti-
gious University of
Michigan. He has advanced
training in: cosmetic smile
design, implants, porcelain
veneers, bone grafting, sinus
grafting, occlusion, complex
restorative treatments and
full mouth reconstruction.
He is a member, Associate
Fellow, Fellow, or Master in
the following associations:
American Academy of
Implant Dentistry, the
International Congress of
Oral Implantologists,
Academy of General
Dentistry, American Dental
Association, NJ Dental
Association, Tri-County
Dental Society and Bergen
County Implant Study Club.
Dr. Ira Goldbergs web-
site is
www.DrIraGoldberg.com.
The office phone number is
973-328-1225.
D
r. Ira Goldberg, a
dentist offering a
wide range of gener-
al, implant, cosmetic, and
restorative procedures,
announces the grand opening
of his new office located in
the Roxbury Mall at 15
Commerce Boulevard, Suite
201 in Succasunna. Roxbury
Township Mayor Fred Hall
cut the official grand opening
ribbon on Saturday, April
13th for Dr. Goldbergs new
dental facility.
The office, which features
state-of-the-art dental tech-
nology, spacious new patient
areas, and a variety of other
amenities, is located on the
second floor of the same
building as Bank of America
and State Farm Insurance
Our entire team is really
excited to be in this new
office, says the Succasunna
dentist. Its a beautiful and
relaxing atmosphere for our
patients and their families,
and the convenient location
makes it easy to plan some-
thing fun before or after a
dental appointment.
Roxbury Mayor Cuts Ribbon at the Grand Opening
of a New Dental Office in Succasunna
By Cheryl Conway
M
aintaining a tight core is key to
fitness ability, stresses one local
fitness instructor, but having a
goal and going for it can lead to even
greater success.
Carrie Oesmann, 52, of Budd Lake, is
encouraging members of the Mt. Olive
Recreation exercise program, to compete in
the New Jersey State Triathlon. The annual
event which attracts 2,500 participants is set
for July 20-21 at Mercer County Park in
Princeton Junction.
As a Pilates instructor with MO
Recreation for the past two years, Oesmann
is sharing her passion with others and moti-
vating them to work toward a goal. With the
flat terrain, the NJ State Triathlon is a good
entry level for participants who never com-
peted in a triathlon before.
Her first priority is to give participants
in our fitness program a goal, says
Oesmann. To have a goal and work out
towards that goal. You are racing against
yourself. One of the great things is you see
so many people doing this race; all types,
small, big, large, thin.
You absolutely can do this, says
Oesmann. If you go just once, youll see
you can do this. Itll give you confidence
that you can do this and be in the best phys-
ical shape.
Its a way to start off in doing this,
explains Oesmann. You can do one part.
Its a good entry level for this type of event.
It shows you its really not as daunting as
you think. It breaks it down into trainable
segments.
For the relay, individuals can run all
three events or sign up as a team of three.
The events are offered at different levels
and include a run, bike and swim portion.
Whole families can register with one com-
peting in the bike, one in the run, and one in
the swim.
As first time participants, Laura Hars of
Budd Lake, head instructor of the Mt. Olive
Exercise program, has registered as a team
with her husband and son. Hars will run, her
husband, Pat, will bike and her son, Nick,
will swim.
Hars says Oesmanns effort is a good
way to encourage additional athletic pur-
suits beyond the classes - to push people to
a new level - for people to achieve a goal
and reach it. She supports her members to
sign up as a way to challenge themselves
and to do something different - the theory of
muscle confusion.
Oesmanns goal is to introduce them to
a sport normally they would be daunted by
and show them how simple it is.
With Mt. Olive providing more fitness
events in its borders, Oesmann says she is
preparing local residents for more hilly ter-
rain, like the upcoming Tour de Mt. Olive
bike event, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 22,
at Flanders Park. The bike event will
include a 26 mile recreational ride, a 5- mile
family ride and a Bike Safety rodeo.
The NJ triathlon is on all flat ground,
says Oesmann, and its an easier swim,
clean lake with no waves. This is a very
good race to start out. Its challenging but
its manageable. The Mt. Olive route is
too hard for beginners.
Carrie Oesmann, Her Husband John And Two Daughters.
Local Pilates Instructor Inspires Future Triathletes
continued on page 10
M
t. Olive Brownie Troop 4220
wants to thank EVERYONE who
helped make our Gift of Caring
project such a huge success!! We were able
to send 335 boxes of cookies and 100 thank
you cards to the mother of one of our girls
who is serving over seas, and her Air Force
unit as a surprise. Thank you again for the
fabulous response and for once again show-
ing that Mt. Olive is THE best place to live!
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By Cheryl Conway
A
fifth grade boy at Tinc Road School in Flanders is
making sure students and teachers at his school
know all about autism.
Stephen Goodyear, 11, helped create a bulletin board
about autism, sold cookies, read stories about autism to
classrooms and organized a dress down day for teachers to
raise money for Autism NJ. April was Autism Awareness
Month.
Diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome when he was two
years old, Stephen works with Autism NJ to help spread the
word to his community and school about the disease. His
leadership and motivation in getting the word out has been
inspiring.
"He is 'one-of-a-kind' with wanting others to learn about
autism," says Lisa Barba, Elementary Guidance Counselor
at Tinc Road School. Stephen has been proactive about get-
ting the word out about autism for the past two years.
"He approaches me," says Barba. "He wanted to raise
awareness. He starts off in September asking me what we're
doing for events so he keeps me on my toes."
Tinc Road School is not alone is trying to raise aware-
ness about autism, says Barba. According to recent statistics
by Autism NJ, one in 49 children in NJ has a form of
autism. Students with a more severe form of autism are
placed in separate classrooms, while those with milder
forms are mixed in with other students, such as Stephen's
case.
With Asperger's syndrome, Stephen "Tends to be more
high functioning," explains Colleen Goodyear, Stephen's
mom. He has a "higher level of cognitive ability," she
explains. As a baby, Stephen had a speech delay. At the age
of two and a half, he was diagnosed by a neurological doc-
tor that he had Asperger's.
Having Asperger's "sometimes can hinder social situa-
tions," says Goodyear. Stephen "has some anxiety over
some situations. He's really come a long way. He's fully
mainstream in the school system. He's worked really hard at
it."
Last year, Stephen got involved with Autism NJ and
became a junior ambassador. The advocacy group helps to
spread autism awareness.
"He's not ashamed," says Goodyear. "He's very proactive
which is good because he's being a good role model for oth-
ers who may be too shy."
In February, Stephen helped Barba get packets together
for all the teachers at Tinc Road School to hand out to their
students about autism. The packets - which were given to
the teachers in March-, included coloring activities, cross-
word puzzles, booklets about autism, and lesson plans to
teachers.
Throughout the month of April, fifth graders read on the
loudspeaker daily quotes on facts about autism during
morning announcements.
Stephen also helped Barba create the bulletin board in
the hallway that features facts about autism, tips on how to
interact with kids who have autism, propaganda posters that
say things like 'always unique,' 'totally interesting,' 'some-
times mysterious,' describes Stephen.
With the help from his mother and grandmother, Stephen
baked a few dozen puzzle-piece cookies and sold them at
the 5th grade Bake Sale during the Variety Show on Sunday,
April 7. He raised $58 for Autism NJ through his cookie
sale.
The meaning behind the puzzle piece, represents the
missing link as to the cause of autism, explains Goodyear.
On Friday, April 26, Goodyear sent in puzzle-piece
autism stickers for students and made puzzle-piece ribbon
pins for staff members to purchase and wear on dress-down
day. To participate, teachers had to pay $5 to wear jeans that
day. This event raised $275 for Autism NJ.
On that day, Stephen read a book about autism to first
and third grade classes. "He went into the classrooms to
share that he has a form of autism," says Barba.
After school that day, Goodyear took Stephen to Rita's
and they ran into a first grader he had read to that day. She
overheard the boy say to his mom, "Mom, Stephen taught
Samantha Miller (Stephen's Kindergarten and 1st grade teacher).
Stephen read to Mrs. Miller's class.
Fifth Grader Teaches Others About Autism
continued on page 10
T
he Mount Olive Township 29th
Annual Memorial Day Parade will
be held on May 27th. The parade
will begin at 10 AM from the CMS School
(Sunset Drive) and will proceed onto
Carson Rd, then onto Pershing Ave and then
onto Flanders Road. The parade will end in
Turkey Brook Park at the All Veterans
Memorial. A brief ceremony will be con-
ducted at the end of the parade. Parking is
available in Turkey Brook Park. Road clo-
sures will be in effect from approximately
9:45 AM until 11AM on May 27th. Groups
interested in participating in the parade can
contact Jim Lynch @ (973) 691-0900 ext.
7260 or via e-mail atjlynch@mt
olivetwp.org.
29th Annual Memorial Day Parade
W
e would like to invite the entire
community of Mount Olive to
join us in a sign campaign to sup-
port our CMS Elementary Kindness Tour,
which will take place on May 22nd. We are
asking your family, and all the families in
town, to make signs the day before to hang
up or put on their lawn spreading cheer and
good-will that Kindness Matters in M.O.!
Thank you...2nd grade teachers at CMS,
Budd Lake
Support CMSs Kindness Tour
T
he flagpole on the front lawn of the
Morris County Courthouse on
Washington Street in Morristown
will be painted this weekend and will need
approximately two weeks to cure. As a
result, Morris County officials want the
public to know that flags will not be flying
from the flagpole during that time.
In the interim, however, an American
flag will be placed outside of the front
entrance to the courthouse during regular
business hours.
Flags will again be flown as soon as the
flagpole is able to accept them.
Courthouse Flagpole Being
Refurbished
For the NJ State Triathlon, you can
walk the run; you can take a break on the
bike if you want to; you can do any stroke
in the swim, says Oesmann. The only
thing they dont let you do is use floaties.
Oesmann and her husband, John, have
been competing in the NJ State Triathlon for
the past five years and will compete individ-
ually this year.
Its good for husbands and wives cause
it makes you train, says Oesmann. I love
that John and I train together and push each
other. This is my once-a year goal, adding
that she has lost 30 pounds since participat-
ing annually since 2009.
We train all year, says Oesmann who
works full time as an interior designer. We
work out, do cardio at the gym, running and
elliptical. For the run portion, the first two
years, I beat John; last three, he beat me. I
beat him in the swim all four years but he
beats me in the bike. Jack back strokes the
whole way.
This year, their two daughters, Jackie
and Kelsey, will also compete.
Oesmann is having her group register for
the Sprint (level 1) contest which includes a
5K Run; 12-mile bike race; and 1/3 mile
swim. Her husband, meanwhile, is regis-
tered for the Olympic level which includes
a 10-K Run; 24-mile bike; and mile
swim.
Besides the fitness challenge, Oesmann
competes in the triathlon to raise funds for
the Hydrocephalus Foundation, an organi-
zation which supports those suffering from
Hydrocephalus, or water on the brain.
Oesmanns brother-in-law, John McNulty
of Princeton- a former marathon runner- has
suffered from this disease for about seven
years.
As her fundraiser through the triathlon
for the past two years, Oesmann has raised
$8,000 for this foundation.
Her cause supports the name of her
triathlon team: Team Brainy-macs.
Oesmann is looking for more partici-
pants to register for the triathlon. Contact
Oesmann at Carrie@baliwickdesign.com.
Participants must be 16 or older.
She will also provide tips and give out
links on proper training techniques.
Start slow, says Oesmann. Start on a
training program that makes sense. Its
about taking your time and slowly building
your fitness level up. Its a process to learn
how to build your fitness level.
Local Pilates Instructor...
continued from page 6
us about autism today."
Proud of her son's accomplishment,
Goodyear said to Stephen after that inci-
dent, "Now these kids look up to you." The
students even sent Stephen thank-you notes
"saying they learned things they didn't
know." Stephen says he feels he is making a
difference.
"I feel great- because I have autism
doing this really helps me get the message
out to people and to better understood," says
Stephen. "Sometimes I wish that they would
at least understand a little bit; understand of
what I have and that I should not be defined
by it."
Stephen says "I think I'm making a dif-
ference now. People are better educated and
they know how to interact better with peo-
ple with autism."teract better with people
with autism."
Autism...
continued from front page
M
orris View Healthcare Center in
Morris Township will host a vet-
erans program, How to Make the
Most of Your Veterans Benefit, on
Thursday, May 30, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The program will be presented by
Hospice of New Jersey, with the agencys
social work supervisor Hannah Fisher,
LCSW, ACHP-SW, the featured speaker.
Fisher has a masters in Social Work from
Fordham University. She has been in the
Social Work field for more than 10 years,
first at Hackensack Medical Center, fol-
lowed by her current role at Hospice of New
Jersey.
Morris View resident veterans, families
and community members are welcome.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Morris View Healthcare Center is locat-
ed at 540 West Hanover Ave., in Morris
Township.
Morris View Hosts Benefit Program
For Veterans
S
ell your vendor or handmade items!
Indoor Holiday Bazaar on Saturday,
October 19, 2013 from 9:00am to
4:00pm att St. Jude's Church Parish Center ,
17 Mt. Olive Rd., Budd Lake.
Reserve an 8 table $25 or a double for
$50.
Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus
Thomas Christopher DeLalla Squires
Circle 2192. For more info contact Tish
Rohe at 973-426-9394 or email:
rohesquires@yahoo. com
Make payments out & mail to: Squires
Circle 2192m c/o Tish Rohe
23 Foothill Avenue, Budd Lake, NJ
07828.
Please give a first and second choice of
table on the memo of your check.
Remember this is on a first come, first serve
basis. Please provide a phone number or
email address. If there is a problem with
your choices, I will contact you.
You keep 100% of any profits you
make. This is a fund raiser being done by
the Squires youth. The table rental fees are
for their charity works.
Setup Time is 8AM. Boys will be there
to help you setup.
Vendors/Crafters Wanted for
Indoor Holiday Bazaar
A
s we are all becoming more aware
of keeping fit and finding new fit-
ness activities, CS Gymnastics has
a great fitness based class especially for
children diagnosed with special needs. This
age group of 7 14 year olds are able to
Fitastics at C&S Gymnastics
benefit physically from small group, or one
on one instruction, designed specifically to
meet their emotional, social, and physical
needs. During each Fitastics class stu-
dents are able to focus on specific physical
challenges of strength, balance, and flexi-
bility, in a safe environment with caring
and knowledgeable CS Gymnastics staff.
Trampolines, and obstacle courses encour-
age gross motor navigation and problem
solving. Movement activities facilitate sen-
sory involvement. One on one lessons can
further help students to improve focus and
attention on physical sequences or fear chal-
lenges. Enrollment is available year round.
Call for current days and times for group
lessons or one on one appointments. School
aides are encouraged to come along and
participate during small group lessons.
More information is available by contacting
CS Gymnastics in Flanders,www.csgym-
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Pictured from left to right is: Tamar Albritton, Nicholas Grippaldi, Brandon Shields, Shane Jones and
Max Rieder. In the background is the George Washington Bridge, The Empire State Building and the
Freedom Tower.
Photo by Archer Jones
B
oys from Troop 156 in Flanders
hiked the Historic Palisades Trail on
April 20th. The boys hiked 24 miles
in one day as saw historic sites along the
way as well as stopped at the Visitors
Center in Fort Lee. There they had to
answer questions about the historical signif-
icance of the area to earn a Historic Trail
patch and medal. The hike also helped the
boys complete their Hiking Merit Badge.
O
ne of the things we have endeav-
ored to improve through my admin-
istration is communication between
the municipal government and the town-
ships residents. To that end, we have uti-
lized, Facebook (Mayor Rob Greenbaum
Page), the township website
(Mountolivetwp.com), newspapers, local
radio (WRNJ 104.6 FM), electronic mes-
sage boards and our Everbridge reverse 911
system.
Often times, the communications relate
to upcoming recreation events or other serv-
ices being offered by the Town. However,
the increased communication effort has
really proven its value during health and
safety emergencies.
During Hurricane Sandy, the increased
communication effort was invaluable in
keeping everyone informed as to power
restoration progress, services being offered
by the Town and generally allowed all of us
to communicate with each other despite
having no power. During the incidents
which occurred in Town involving loss of
life, our communication demonstrated the
strong sense of community that we all have
here in Mount Olive. It also allowed the
community to grieve together and to pro-
vide comfort to the families.
Recently, our ability to instantly alert the
community about a police investigation into
a child luring allegation demonstrated how
effective real time communication can be.
From the Mayors Desk
Within a short time frame,
my Facebook post reached
over 39,000 people who
were alerted to a potential
safety issue , were able to
react and provide informa-
tion which may have been
valuable to the police in
their investigation.
We will continue to
improve what we do to keep
you informed. In the mean-
time, you can help us
accomplish our goal of
improving communication
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the Township website.
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ount Olive Girl Scout troop 546
donated a cabinet to the Mount
Olive Public Library for our
Bronze Award project. We will display Girl
Scout-related items and historical artifacts.
The cabinet will have projects done by local
Girl Scout troops in the community, and
show aspects of many different levels of Girl
Scouting.
When we are finished, we will be holding
a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 29th at
the Mount Olive Public Library, and invite
any Girl Scouts or former Girl Scouts from
Mount Olive to attend. The time is 7:00 pm.
Our goal is to show everyone that Girl
Scouting is about more than just cookies!
Mt. Olive Girl Scout Troop 546
Donates Cabinet to Library
Meet The Mt. Olive Council Candidates
D
uring my 26 years
in Mount Olive I
served on the
Zoning Board of
Adjustment, Planning
Board, quasi-judicial role
on the Juvenile Conference
Committee, Board of
Trustees Mount Olive Child
Care and Learning Center,
volunteered services to the
community on various com-
mittees, and hold member-
ship with numerous charita-
ble organizations.
I enjoy the sense of com-
munity, natural scenery,
local businesses, improved
recreation, and the strong
volunteer base we have.
My family donates to vari-
ous and contributes for the
support of our school sports
programs.
I am a Vietnam Combat
Veteran and a member of
the Veterans of Foreign
Wars, American Legion,
Vietnam Veterans of
America, and member of
the Republican Congress-
ional Committee, Repub-
lican Senatorial Committee,
NJ GOP, and the Mount
Olive Republican Club.
During my terms many
improvements have been
made with regards to energy
sustainability and the
Township will be the bene-
factor of solar energy to off-
set current electrical costs
without taxpayers funds.
Together we move for-
ward making our communi-
ty a safer, business-friendly,
sustainable place for us to
raise our families. Our vol-
unteer groups are strong,
our employees motivated,
our residents involved, and
our neighbor envious.
Help me continue our
forward momentum and
vote for me.
Thank you,
Ray Perkins
J
ohn Ferrante is current-
ly a resident of the
Pershing Estates
Section of Budd Lake,
where he lives with his wife
Lynn-Marie and 3 young
children. John is a graduate
of Seton Hall University
with a B.S. Degree in
Business Management. He
is currently employed at JP
Morgan where he is a Vice
President within the Asset
Management division.
John is a member of the
Knights of Columbus, Budd
Lake Association, Morris
County Republican
Committee, and the Mt.
Olive Republican Club. His
is a past member of the Mt.
Olive Pride Committee, and
has also volunteered as a
Little League Baseball
Coach in the past as a resi-
dent of Rockaway
Township.
John is currently the
Council Liaison for the Mt.
Olive Public Library, The
Mt. Olive Environmental
Committee, and the Budd
Lake Association
(Association Dedicated to
the Preservation and
Protection of Beautiful
Budd Lake.) John spent a
brief time as a member of
the Mt. Olive Planning
Board, and was Liaison to
the Mt. Olive Open Space
Committee.
As a current Council-
man, John continues to
research efficient ways to
help the services that the
Township provides. John is
interested in continuing to
control property taxes as
well as enhancing and
increasing public safety
needs, which include mak-
ing the streets safer, while
supporting the contributions
made by the Township
Police, Fire and Rescue
squads. John is very much
interested in revitalizing the
Budd Lake area and is a
supporter of Mayor
Greenbaums efforts of
building community devel-
opment as well as attracting
new business, while retain-
ing the current ones.
M
y wife Lillian and
I raised our three
children and two
daughters in Mount Olive.
For more than 40 years I
have been an active steward
in my community and I sin-
cerely believe that anything
can be accomplished as long
as people are willing to
communicate and respect
one another.
John was one of the
moving forces behind the
procuring the monument
which is located at St.
Judes Catholic Church, (
Dedicated to the Unborn).
My two top priorities for
the Township of Mount
Olive and her people share
an equal importance. I feel
it is imperative that we pro-
vide a receptive and respect-
fully responsible govern-
ment that diligently seeks to
identify the immediate and
future needs of our residents
and local businesses. In
order to accomplish a suc-
cessful outcome, I feel we,
as representatives of the
people must commit the
time and energy to study the
various diversities and
dynamics that make up our
community to render more
effective decisions on their
behalf. The government
should work for the people
and not the other way
around.
Secondly, I am commit-
ted to do everything in my
power to help our local
businesses survive this eco-
nomic slump. Businesses,
large and small are an inte-
gral asset not only to our tax
base but to out schools and
community at
large.Businesses need peo-
ple as much as people need
businesses.
Served Honorably in the
United States Navy, Major
contributor to the All
Veterans Memorial,Knights
of Columbus 2005 Person
of the Year,Member of the
Italian American club,Mt
Olive Council, 1991 &
2009-present,Mt Olive
Planning board, Chairman,
Vice Chairman and 26 year
member,Mt Olive Zoning
Board of Adjustment (
Chairman), Master Plan
Review Committee,Library
Board of Trustees (
President) and Eucharistic
Minister St Judes Church.
D
aniel Amianda,
brings 16 years
experience serving
on the school board
Amianda and his wife,
Helena, have two daughters,
Alumasi and Ayiro, and
three grand-children.
Amianda a resident for
38 years, retired in 2002
after working for New York
City human resources
administrations for 35
years.
He has a bachelor of arts
degree in economics from
Lincoln (Pa.) University
and a masters in business
administration degree in
finance and business admin-
istration, from Farleigh
Dickinson University,
Teaneck.
J
im started serving in
the community as a
volunteer firefighter
with the Rockaway
Borough Fire Department,
where he served as Rescue
Captain. After completing a
criminal justice program at
the County College of
Morris, was hired by the
Rockaway Borough Police
Department. He worked in
Rockaway Borough for 3
years, before taking a posi-
tion with the Rockaway
Township Police
Department, where he
worked for 25 years. In
2008, he retired as a
Detective Captain, who was
responsible for the Police
Departments budget of six
million dollars.
For the past 17 years, Jim
has resided in Mount Olive,
with his wife Sheila, daugh-
ter, Ashley and son, Alec.
While living in Mt Olive,
Jim has served on the
Planning Board where he
was Vice-Chairmen and
Zoning Board of
Adjustment for the town-
ship as well as coaching his
sons recreation soccer
team. He now works as a
security officer at Mount
Olive Middle School. Jim
wants to keep taxes at a sta-
ble rate, use tax dollars in
the most efficient way pos-
sible, and continue to
attract new businesses to
Mount Olive.
Daniel Amianda John Mania
John Ferrante
James Staszak
Ray Perkins
The Mt. Olive News made multiple
attempts to reach all candidates. These
are the candidtaes that responded.
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T
ragically in 2012 there were 126
Police Officers killed in the line of
duty in the United States. The loss
of these officers is overwhelming to their
family, friends and fellow officers. The
National Law Enforcement Officers
Memorialin Washington, D.C. allows for
their memories to live on and honors these
men and women forever.
The Police Unity Tour, which was found-
ed in 1997, is a bicycle ride made by police
officers that will begin this year in East
Hanover, New Jersey. After a brief memo-
rial service, we will begin to head south to
Washington D.C., ending our journey at the
Memorial. This bicycle ride is over 300
miles in length and is proudly made by
more than 1400 officers from around the
nation each year to remember the service
and sacrifices of those courageous officers
who were killed in the line of duty. During
the four day ride the Police Unity Tour
makes a number of stops at locations where
officers have been killed. Brief Memorial
Services are held for the officers families,
friends and co-workers. The families of the
fallen officers are typically in awe, seeing
so many Police Officers on bicycles stop-
ping to honor their loved ones. Its an emo-
tional experience most will never forget.
This year, Mount Olive Township
Officers John Glinko, Carl Mase, Chad
Rossy and George Jadue will participate in
the tour. This event is an effort to raise
awareness and financial support for the
Memorial in Washington D.C. and each
Police Unity Tour 2013 Team Mt. Olive
dedicated officer is required to raise a mini-
mum of $1,750 to participate in the tour.
As representatives of the Mount Olive
Township Police Department, we are proud
of our commitment to our fallen brothers
and sisters and their families. You too can
be proud knowing that you are contributing
to this worthy cause. Your support will help
us honor these fallen officers and fund vital
officer safety programs, which help prevent
senseless deaths and needless injury. Please
lend a hand and help us help the loved ones
of those who have fallen in the line of duty
protecting and serving all of us in commu-
nities across the nation.
Thank you for your continued support to
our organization over the years,
The race was held on May 9-14th but
you can still donate but going to
http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/chad-
rossy/2013-police-unity-tour---chapter-i
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Pictured are Mayor Rob Greenbaum and owner Sammy at the Grand Opening of Rt 206
Diner located at 286 Route 206 Flanders.
Grand Opening of Route 206 Diner
By Cheryl Conway
R
ichard Fabio of Flanders can fix just about any-
thing.even your golf game.
Whether he is landscaping a yard, tiling a floor, painting
a house, building furniture, or giving golf lessons, Fabio pro-
vides high quality service through his landscaping and
woodworking business- Premier Design Group in Flanders
as well as his golf business- Richard Fabio Golf Lessons.
Established six years ago, Premier Design Group in
Flanders provides homeowners with a laundry list of servic-
es with top quality custom work and design.
We do just about everything, says Fabio, president of
Premier Design Group. Some of the services include plant-
ing, mulching, landscaping, lawn care, ponds, waterfalls,
pools, paver patios and walls, electrical, plumbing, land-
scape lighting, bookcases and moldings, power washing,
handyman work, painting, heat and air condition, furniture
construction and repairs, and even flooring from tile, wood
or carpet.
Through a computerized landscape design system, Fabio
allows customers to see the design of their landscape before
any work has begun.
Fabio takes a picture with the computer, uploads the
image on the screen, then uses computer graphics to create a
design that the customer is looking for. He can add lights if
customer wants lights, trees, rock wall, and more.
As far as other landscapers, there are not many around
here that do that, says Fabio. You got to be savvy working
with the computer and the computer program is expensive.
The value for me to the customer is they really get to see
what the project is going to look like, says Fabio. It shows
property before and it turns into the after. It takes a couple of
hours to get that part done.
As far as woodworking, Fabio provides services from
furniture to the inside of the house whether it involves book-
shelves, molding, couch repairs, refinishing tables, desks,
cabinets.
Ive been doing that pretty much my whole life, Fabio
says. When I was younger, I built stores for people, such
as the shelves, cabinets, dressing rooms, desk for check-out
counter for various stores such as video stores or dress
shops.
Fabio says he was 15 when he started woodworking. At a
student at Union High School, Fabio took shop classes and
won state awards for his work. Fabio recalls building a chess
set, lamp and table.
I used to get taken out of class to build things for the
school, says Fabio. I didnt need plans to build things. I
just kind of envisioned it.
Fabios landscaping/woodworking business began after
one of my neighbors said your lawn looks so good would
you mind taking care of mine; I fired four landscapers in
three years, he explains. From there, Fabio performed other
tasks such as building them a pool, painting, fixing garage
doors, putting up a fence and building a swing set.
Five admiring neighbors in a row then followed in pur-
suit, calling Fabio for services.
I look it up; I try to find the right way to do things, says
Fabio. My patios dont fall over; my walls dont fall over.
We do a lot of repairs because people do it wrong. Then I do
it the right way and I dont lose them. Knowledge is key, get
it wherever you can, but you got to get it.
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continued on next page
Fabio has built a great reputation for himself over the
years by providing a wide variety of services to homeown-
ers.
I do everything from their landscaping to all their home
repairs, he says, for some of his customers. The nice thing
is you call one person. One local customer sent him to their
beach house in south Jersey to make repairs there too.
My plan is to do the best quality work that we can do,
says Fabio. Its not because Im the cheapest guy; the job
gets done right. We dont cut grass when its wet. I wouldnt
do something to someone elses house that I would do to my
own. Im meticulous with the grass.
Jackie and Nate Richardson of Flanders say, Rich is very
detailed in his work. He always makes sure the job is up to
the highest quality standards. Premier Design has completed
many projects for us, including, landscaping, pavers, interi-
or work, and our swimming pool and pool house.
Elaine and Steve Noonan Long Valley say, With Rich
we always have great results and the place looks tremen-
dous. Rich is honest with his clients and demanding of his
team - the results of which are a great looking yard. After
eight years we still say "Wow" every time we come home
after his team has been to our place. Great guy and very
trustworthy.
Mike and Terri Shea of Flanders say, Rick's work is the
highest quality, he makes sure that every project is done the
right way. We have asked Rick to do a variety of work; all
of it has been outstanding. He has turned our steep, back-
yard jungle into an outdoor oasis with a pool, patio, shed,
beautiful walls and a fire pit. His original designs make
everything exceed your expectations. Every time we step
outside, we are reminded of his skill and expertise. Even
with all the challenges the project presented, Rick was won-
derful. He coordinated with the other professionals and the
project just moved along. To us, it was painless, spectacular
and beyond expectations!
We have called Rick in an emergency on Christmas Eve
day (no hot water) and he was immediately willing and able
to help, continues the Sheas. We had hot water for
Christmas! Rick is always prompt and available. I could not
ask for a more professional service provider. He takes the
time to explain how something should be done so you under-
stand the level of professionalism he brings to any project.
Rick's attention to detail, professionalism and skills
alone make him a terrific choice, they say. When you add
his design capabilities and his ability to listen and incorpo-
rate all you have said to him to create something even better
than you imagined, it makes him a true craftsman. Rick is
our first call for any project.
In Fabios other career, he works as a golf instructor at
The Architects Golf Club in Phillipsburg, and The Golf Zone
in Flanders, where he worked as a manager 10 years ago.
The son of golf pro Joe Fabio, Fabio says I learned how
to teach golf at a very young age, when at the age of seven
he would watch his dad give his brother golf lessons. He has
been teaching golf for 20 years, from junior to adults, both
private and group lessons.
I give them the right routines and they get better, says
Fabio. I teach the way I was taught.
Go to Richard Fabio golf lessons on facebook for a sam-
ple of Fabios golf lessons.
Richard Fabio is an amazing instructor who I have
worked with for over ten years, says Mick Gyure, author of
Everyday Golfer's Guide to Shooting Lower Scores."
He has helped me reduce my golf scores from over 100
to breaking 80 and is continually helping me improve my
swing and my game, Gyure says.
Like his father who worked three jobs, Fabio would not
change a thing.
Sometimes I change my clothes several times a day says
Fabio, switching from landscaping, to golf lessons, then
woodworking, then back to golf lessons daily. Its an inter-
esting day; it beats sitting at a desk.
Call Fabio for free estimates at 973-713-5011.
We are very fair and we do high quality work, he con-
cludes. I only want to do top quality work. The job is going
to get done right.
Local Landscaper...
continued from previous page
By Cheryl Conway
M
ore than five weeks after surviving the Boston
Marathon, two local runners who were caught
between the two bombs reflect on the lucky
choices they made that day that could have changed their
lives forever.
Andrew and Carmin Mangone, a married couple of
Flanders, were runners at the Boston Marathon on Monday,
April 15, witnessing the explosions of the two bombs,
escaping injury during a time of chaos and uncertainty. Still
numb by their life-threatening encounter, the Mangones are
grateful by some of their decisions.
Running side by side, leaving loved ones at home, delays
like stopping for bathroom breaks and talking to a friend,
running at pace, giving money to a homeless woman, and
even being nuisanced by Hurricane Sandy all could have
changed the outcome on that day for the Mangones.
"So many things were in our favor that day," says
Andrew Mangone, 41. "We were pretty lucky, blessed or
someone was watching over us that day.
"Never in my wildest dreams would I think I would be
seconds away from achieving my running goal and smack
dab in the middle of a senseless act of terror," he says.
"Whether we were lucky or blessed, I am so grateful that
Carmin was by my side. For me, those 12 seconds that day
really put a new perspective on life and how it could change
in an instant. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims
and families that weren't as lucky as my wife and I."
The Mangones were among the more than 23,000 run-
ners that started the 117th Boston Marathon last month on
Patriot's Day, and were among the 5,700 that did not get to
the finish line because of the horrific attack in which thre
were killed and many severely injured.
The world's oldest annual marathon, Carmin calls it "the
Superbowl of marathons," the "most prestigious" and
"cream of the crop" out of the five major marathons in the
world. Also, not easy to get into, Carmin was able to regis-
ter her and Andrew in Dec. 2012 through her company
Nestle Nutrition in Florham Park, sponsors of the race and
providers of Power Bar and gels to all runners.
Despite the hills they had to run over, the Mangones did
not face too many challenges with this marathon, which
was going quite smoothly for the pair who had trained for
17 weeks.
With her greatest concern being the weather, Carmin
who wore long sleeves says "It was a tad warmer than I
expected, but it was perfect. You couldn't complain. The
mood, the atmosphere- everyone was in good spirits."
Andrew actually described it as "my perfect race. For
me I felt good, ran the entire time. The weather was great.
The people were great in the town." Running by the Boston
College area, "it was extremely loud. It's nice having some-
one help you get through and cheer you on. They come out
in droves and cheer you on. It really motivates you to keep
going. You get chills as you are running there."
Physically, Andrew could not have paced himself any
better. "I couldn't have asked for a better run physically. I
was right on pace for a four hour marathon. It was coming
right down to the wire."
Andrew has not been so lucky in previous marathons.
When he ran the NY Marathon in 2010 he experienced
cramping from dehydration; the night before the Boston
Marathon in 2012 the heat reached 90 degrees so Andrew
deferred; he was registered for the 2012 NY Marathon,
which was cancelled from Hurricane Sandy.
Luck was now on Andrew's side. "I couldn't have script
a better run for me," he says. While he could have complet-
ed this race on time, this was one marathon that Andrew
was lucky that he did not finish.
Running down Boylston Street, just crossing through the
intersection at Exeter Street, the Mangones were at mile
26.15 miles- about ten to 15 seconds away and could see the
finish line, when the first bomb went off.
"We were running as fast as we could at that time,"
Andrew recalls. "We could have cruised down to the finish
to enjoy the atmosphere. We were trying so hard to make a
certain time" of four hours. "We were 250 feet away, 85
yards," when they heard the first bomb.
"At first I thought it was a cannon," says Andrew. "It
sounded like a celebratory cannon like at a football game. I
looked up and noticed a puffy white smoke. It was a big
cloud, explosion, debris in the air." His next thought was "it
was the building had blown up or something malfunctioned.
I was not thinking someone planted a bomb."
Carmin, 40, says, "When I saw the first one, saw the
smoke and the debris, I thought it was the building.
Andrew's first thought is we could finish. I was thinking the
building is going to collapse. My mind plays tricks on me
on how close we really were."
"It wasn't until the second bomb went off (12 seconds
later) that you knew it wasn't malfunctioned," says Andrew.
"We stopped our sprint. My first thoughts were where is the
next one going to go off. My first instinct was to keep
going. I was thinking we could keep going. There was no
place to go - everyone was coming at us."
Carmin says, after the second one went off, 'we knew it
wasn't coincidence; it wasn't a canyon." They were a block
away from the second bomb.
Amongst the confusion, mayhem, uncertainty and fear,
"people don't know where to go what to do," says Carmin.
She "pushed the barricade down," by Exeter Street and the
two of them walked around the streets to the other side of
the finish line.
"I remember seeing a little girl probably Alexa's age and
how scared she was," says Carmin. As the mother of two
daughters, Carmin says "I just thought right away thank
God the girls weren't there. Imagine if they were there, I
would've been beside myself."
Because the marathon was on a Monday, unlike most
other marathons that are on Sunday, the Mangones decided
to leave their girls in school that day.
As they walked, they found someone with a cell phone
and were able to call home to let family know they were ok.
On the other side of the finish line, the Mangones
described the scene as eerie and deserted.
"The place was a ghost town," says Carmin. "We needed
heat wraps and drinks," was Andrew's thought. Carmin
recalls feeling "numb" and "cold."
Scattered vendors who were packing up to leave were
still there handing out snack packs, drinks, heat wraps and
medals. They gave us our medals," says Carmin. "It was
eerily quiet."
Andrew describes, "We were the only runners in this
area. It was really a strange feeling, an alley that should
have been filled with runners, volunteers, celebrating the
accomplishment of finishing. There should have been high
fives, cheers, tears of joy. There was none of that. There
were two of us in this alley."
Carmin says, "We kept walking to get our stuff. It was so
surreal. People had no idea which way to walk. All you
thought about was when is the next one, where is the next
one?"
They were also lucky to be one of the first ones to get on
the bus to get their belongings.
"We found the bus that had our stuff," says Andrew.
"That was the best thing that could happen." With height-
ened security, the busses were shut down shortly thereafter
prohibiting anyone else to get their belongings.
Inside their bags were their cell phones and they were
able to make additional calls to loved ones and friends, and
get their hotel key. While their hotel was nearby, it took
them two hours to get there." For them the race ended at
2:50 p.m.; they got to their hotel at 5 p.m.
"It was a matter of where do we go, what do we do?"
describes Carmin. "The hotel was behind the second bomb.
"The quickest way was to walk through the bombs again,
but we ended up walking around, to text, stretch. They
stopped at a nearby mall but "everything was shutting
down."
Grateful that their hotel did not close down like some
others, the Mangones were amongst a crowd of shocked
runners and their families.
"It looked like a makeshift shelter," says Carmin. "Like
a shelter for runners," agrees Andrew. The couple sat at the
bar there for some beers and watched the televisions to
learn more about what had transpired. More than one month
later, the couple reflects on how lucky they were that day.
They had run two other full marathons together, the New
York Marathon in 2011 and the Chicago one in 2006, but
this was the first one that they ran side by side for most of
the 26.2 miles, a hard task to come by with a crowd of run-
ners, different paces, bodily cramping and even bathroom
breaks.
"We lost each other twice," admits Carmin, when she
stopped to use the porter potty once, "then caught up to him.
The majority of the time, we were together side by side or
we could see each other." Unlike in other marathons, "we've
never been together at mile 22. Got to 23, 24, 25 and we're
still together doing a nine minute mile."
Carmin recalls, "At mile 25 as we got into the city, I was
looking at my watch. I knew it was going to be really close.
I was trying to motivate him and motivate myself so we
could finish under the four mile mark. The fact that Andrew
MO Runners Caught Between Bombs Retell Story of Survival
Andrew and Carmin Mangone,
and I were together it seemed that all the stars were lining
up. We had the visions in our head of getting our medals
and our pictures, the ultimate photo that we were together
crossing the finish line."
Andrew says "it's hard to do. It's inevitable that one per-
son is going to feel weaker. It was exciting coming through
that home stretch together."
After coming to terms that they weren't going to finish
the marathon together, they were grateful to be together
rather than trying to find each other amongst the havoc
when the bombs went off.
They were also grateful that they did not push them-
selves to run any faster or even any slower or they could
have been at the finish line when the bomb went off, or
closer to the second bomb.
Giving money to a homeless woman the morning of the
race was good karma for Andrew.
"I always bring money with me on these runs," says
Andrew. "I put another $10 in my bag that morning. Inside
a mall drinking coffee that morning, "I see that lady" with
bags beside her, and thinks 'maybe I should give her some-
thing.' Instead he passes her by and he and Carmin make
their way to the train to get to the bus. Realizing how early
they were to the train, Andrew decides to run back to give
the lady $10. I said "I think you could use it more than I can.
I felt great after that."
The past few weeks have been difficult for the
Mangones still trying to process the horrific event they wit-
nessed.
"I still think I'm going to wake up and it's going to be a
dream," says Carmin. "Everyday I still think about it, espe-
cially when I'm alone in the car. It's hard not to think about
it. I get emotional of what could have been."
Andrew says "I can't believe how close we were to it. It
doesn't seem real."
Rather than wasting their time thinking about the two
brothers who set off the bombs that day, the Mangones
think about the brave medical technicians who instead of
helping with dehydration were dealing with injured run-
ners; participants "taking off their shirts to tie tourniquets
around legs."
Andrew says "My thoughts go out to all those people
who won't have a chance to run another marathon because
of these guys. It's unfortunate the world we live in today.
You can't go out and celebrate the accomplishment of run-
ning."
Neither were concerned that their lives would be at stake
that day. They were more concerned about the weather or
had 'butterflies" on how their bodies would perform.
When bad things happen "You get this feeling it's not
going to happen to me," says Andrew. As witnesses and sur-
vivors of that terror that day, the Mangones have new fears.
"Maybe I will be more alert but I will not stop running
marathons," says Andrew, who plans to return to the Boston
Marathon next year. "It could happen anywhere, that's what
this showed me. I'm not going to stop doing things. I hope
there are more good people than bad people out there."
Carmin says "I will definitely do another one; unfortu-
nately it will be a different experience. Boston will still be
in the back of my head. There will be some trepidation.
A week after the Boston Marathon, Andrew ran in the
10K marathon in Mt. Olive and wore a shirt that says
"Today I Run for Boston," meaning "Boston, they allowed
me to run; the Saturday it was my turn to run for them."
He keeps a photo of the bombing aftermath on his cell
phone "to remind me there's a lot more to life than little
issues. My dad always says 'don't sweat the small stuff, it's
all small stuff. If I have a dandelion in my yard, I don't care
about it. If I don't have a shutter on my window, I don't care
about it."
"Finishing the race, that's furthest from my mind now,"
says Andrew. "I started thinking about the victims and the
families. I'll be able to run another one. In my mind, I fin-
ished the race. The 12 seconds (of not finishing) does not
depict the 3 hours 53 minutes that happened beforehand."
Carmin thinks about the photo she took after dinner with
Andrew the night before the marathon. He took a picture of
her running toward the finish line and thinking "in less than
24 hours we will be done." She admits she is upset that she
didn't get to finish her race but at the same time thinks how
"selfish of me," thinking of those who were injured. "That's
part of the process," she says.
She still thinks about the "what ifs." Carmin was sup-
posed to run in the NY Marathon that was cancelled from
Hurricane Sandy.
"I was never planning on doing Boston, only until NY
got cancelled," says Carmin. If it was not cancelled, she
would have run NY, would not have run in Boston, and
instead would have been a spectator.
"I probably would have been there to cheer him on close
to the finish line as a spectator," says Carmin. "If it weren't
for Sandy, there is a very good chance I would've been
there, and I wasn't happy with Sandy. Andrew was traveling
the first week after the storm leaving Carmin to run her
household with two girls and no electricity, heat or water.
She never thought she would be so thankful for Hurricane
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T
he bathroom near the baseball and
football fields at Turkey Brook Park
is getting a facelift and will be nice
and tidy this season.
Storm Shawl of Flanders, owner of
Storm's Home Improvement Do It One Do
It Right, has volunteered more than two
weeks of his time to renovate the three-story
"Water Tower" at Turkey Brook Park in
Budd Lake. The 10-year old tower was in
need of washing, painting and new siding.
As a local business owner and resident,
Shawl says he wanted to do his part in help-
ing to keep Mt. Olive looking its best.
"I just wanted to give a little back to the
town, "says Shawl, "to do my part, to spruce
up the town. If everybody did a little bit; it's
a nice town."
Shawl had been approached by the town-
ship and was asked it he would sponsor the
renovation of the Turkey Brook Water
Tower in exchange for signage to advertise
his business. Shawl jumped at the opportu-
nity.
"They just wanted to spruce it up and
clean it up," he says.
With the help of a few others, Shawl has
spent more than two weeks renovating,
power washing, painting the exterior, and
sanding, priming and replacing cedar siding
of the three-story octagon shaped structure.
"It was a lot of work," says Shawl. "It
was beyond neglect. It looked like it hadn't
been touched in 10 years by the way it
looked."
Some of the siding on the structure had
been broken from kids throwing baseballs
and hitting the building, he says.
Although Shawl spent a great deal of
time on the job, he says it did not cost him
too much.
Lowes donated $150 in material for
cleaning and brushes; Mt. Olive Township
bought the paint; Blue Ridge Lumber in
Hackettstown donated 80 feet of siding.
"I went to the manager and explained
what I'm doing," says Shawl. There was no
hesitation to help.
The bathrooms had remained opened
during the renovation work, says Shawl,
who began his home improvement business
in Jan. 2011.
Through Storm's Home Improvement,
Storm provides all aspects of home
improvement- such as building, repairing
and renovating bathrooms, kitchens, base-
ments, decks, swing sets, gazebos, garages,
and tile and hardwood floors.
Storm received his skills through a four-
Local Contractor Does It Right At Turkey Brook Park
year apprenticeship program with the
Apprenticeship for NJ Carpenters, earning
his degree in 2003.
"It's something I've always been interest-
ed in," says Shawl, whose father worked as
an iron worker building steel bridges.
For more information or free estimates,
call Storm at 973-713-8604. He is fully
insured.
S
pring is in the air or, at the very
least, its on the calendar this week.
And if youre like many people, you
may be looking forwar to doing some spring
cleaning around your house and yard. But
this year, why not go beyond your physical
environment and do some sprucing up of
your financial situation?
Here are a few possibilities to consider:
Clean your portfolio of clutter. When
you go through your house, you may find
some clutter in closets, storage areas, on top
of desks, under beds or just about any other
place. Your investment portfolio also may
contain clutter, in the form of investments
that no longer meet your needs.
Consequently, its a good idea to de-clut-
ter your portfolio periodically by selling
those extraneous investments and using the
proceeds to help purchase others that may
be more effective in helping you make
progress toward your financial goals.
Consolidate your investments in one
place. As you clean your house, you may
find that you have many common items,
such as brooms, hammers, duct tape and so
Get Ready for Some (Financial) Spring Cleaning
on, scattered among various rooms. It might
be more efficient to keep all such objects in
one central location; this can help prevent
you from needlessly replacing or duplicat-
ing them. As an investor, you may have an
IRA with one financial services provider, an
old 401(k) with a different one, and some
other investments with yet another institu-
tion. If you consolidated all these invest-
ment vehicles with one provider, you might
be able to save some fees and expenses.
Perhaps even more importantly, by uniting
all your investments in one place, you may
find it easier to follow a central, unified
investment strategy.
Check for gaps in your financial
strategy. Every spring, its a good idea to
check your gutters for leaks, your sidewalks
for cracks and your paint for chips. By
doing so, youll help protect your home and
surroundings. To help protect your familys
future, its important to have adequate life
and disability insurance.
Plant seeds for growth. When spring
arrives, its time to plant the seeds for your
flowers and vegetables. As an investor, you
also have to be concerned about growth.
Specifically, youll want to consider invest-
ments that have the potential to grow
enough to help provide the financial
resources to meet your long-term goals,
such as a comfortable retirement.
Consequently, you should review your port-
folio to determine if it contains an appropri-
ate amount of growth-oriented vehicles for
your individual objectives, time horizon and
risk tolerance.
Seek professional assistance. When
youre tidying up for spring, you may find
some jobs that you cant do alone, such as
cleaning a heavily stained carpet, unclog-
ging a blocked drain or trimming the high-
est branches on a tree. For these tasks, you
might need to call in trained professionals.
Its the same with investing: You can do
some things on your own, but for complex
tasks such as creating and maintaining an
appropriate investment strategy, you may
need to work with a financial professional.
Consider putting these spring-cleaning
tips to work soon. They may just help put
some sparkle and shine into your financial
house.
This article was written by Edward Jones
for use by your local Edward Jones
Financial Advisor.
Contact Dawn O'Malley, Edward Jones
180 Howard Blvd Suite 14
Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856-2318
(973) 398-0028
www.edwardjones.com
Meet The Morris County Clerk Candidates
I
know what it takes to
operate the Morris
County Clerks Office
and no other candidate has
my work experience or cre-
dentials. That is why twenty-
four Republican Mayors
have endorsed me and I have
earned the support of
Congressman Rodney
Frelinghuysen, Senators
Joseph Pennacchio and
Leanna Brown, former
County Clerk Joseph Bell
and County Surrogate John
Pecoraro.
As a practicing attorney
and small business owner, I
regularly use the Clerks
office.
As a Freeholder, I oversee
the operations of the countys
more than 311 million dollar
budget, including the Clerks
office. I have delivered a 0%
flat tax for 2013. Prior to the
Governors 2% CAP, I
capped municipal spending
to the rate of inflation!
As a Parsippany Council
President and Vice President,
I reduced spending, generat-
ed millions of dollars in rev-
enue, wrote ordinances, testi-
fied in Trenton, and spon-
sored the 911 memorial. As
Chief of Enforcement over
statewide operations, I com-
manded a staff of more than
100 public employees with
five statewide regional and
three satellite offices.
I will make the Clerks
office the most efficient and
technologically advanced
office in the State and protect
your interests. I ask for your
support again on June 4th.
To learn more visit
www.anngrossi.com
Ann Grossi
Z
bigniew Nowacki, 41,
is running as a
Republican candidate
for Morris County Clerk in
the June Primary. Nowacki
was born in Poland and
served as an infantryman in
the Polish Army. He immi-
grated to the United States in
1992, married in 1993 and
worked numerous jobs while
learning English. He became
a U.S. citizen in 1996 and has
resided in Denville for over
17 years. Nowacki earned an
Associate of Science in
Business Administration
from County College of
Morris and a Bachelor of
Science in Accounting from
Fairleigh Dickinson
University degrees earned
while raising a family.
Nowackis current posi-
tion in the Treasurers Office
of the County of Morris
gives him insight into the
countys functions and oper-
ations and a very good
understanding of finances in
the county. The County
Clerks position would be a
natural transition for
Nowacki.
By running for Clerk,
Nowacki feels he could make
an impact in Morris County.
His sole purpose would be to
serve the residents, a full
time commitment that he
would not take lightly. He
proposes relocating polling
locations from schools to
alternate sites in our commu-
nities for school safety. In the
interim, he recommends
background checks for all
new poll workers.
www.NowackiForMorrisCo
untyClerk.com
Zbigniew Nowacki
L
aurie "Hall" Bogaard
is the President of the
Morris County
Women Republican Club.
Laurie has practiced for
over 25 years in the fields of
Real Estate, Land Use,
Trusts and Estates, and
Health Care Litigation.
Laurie lives in Chester
with her husband and their
two children. She is a grad-
uate of Drew University and
The Dickinson School of
Law.
Laurie is called upon by
various real estate compa-
nies to lecture on current
issues and legal develop-
ments, and also serves as a
mentor to young real estate
professionals and Drew
University students.
She has volunteered for
many years through various
municipal boards such as
the Environmental
Commission, Board of
Health, Planning Board, and
Chester Area Pool
Committee. She also served
as a Morris County election
law attorney for Governor
Christie's campaign.
She is a good listener
and organizer. Laurie is
very familiar with the
Clerk's duties as she fre-
quently interacts with the
clerk/recorders office as
required in her practice of
residential real estate.
Laurie certainly has the
right experience to continue
the success of Joan
Bramhall in the position of
Morris County Clerk
Laurie "Hall" Bogaard
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M
y fifteen years on the
Jefferson Township
Council, as well as my
experience in the Clerks office
under then Clerk Alfonse
Scerbo, will be a major asset in
continuing the level of service
provided to the residents and
businesses of Morris County. I
pride myself on my communica-
tion skills, work ethic and strong
belief that to be an effective
leader, it takes a team effort.
Should I be elected, together we
will work tirelessly to continue
the advancement of the newest
technology and enhance the
experience at the Clerks office.
My ability to resolve any issue
facing the good people who
work in the trenches at the
Clerks office without pointing
fingers will provide a work envi-
ronment to succeed.
Born and Raised in Hanover
Township to Joe and Ruth
Sanchelli
One of ten Children
Reside in Jefferson Township
Married 19 years to wife
Deborah, two children Brett and
Courtney
Vice President Jefferson Twp.
Council and member of council
for 15 years
Past member Jefferson Twp.
Planning Board
Jefferson Twp. contract negoti-
ations committee
Camp Jefferson Committee.
Our camp now hosts over 500
children throughout the summer
months.
4th degree member Knights of
Columbus 20 plus years.
Member National Rifle
Association
Member new Jersey State
Federation of Sportsman Clubs
Member Sons of American
Legion
Past Executive Board Member
Morris County Republican
County Committee
Inspector Morris County Dept.
of Public Works
Retired Auto Racing Director
DIRT Motorsports, Orange
County Fair Speedway
Proven Long Term Leadership
Common Sense Approach
Compassion
Dependable
Hes Just Like You
Michael Sanchelli
M
y name is Terry
O ' C o n n o r
R e d w i n e ,
Democratic Candidate for
the office of Morris County
Clerk. I am running to give
the people of Morris County
a choice in this election , the
right to elect an honest, open
and willing individual dedi-
cated to making a difference.
The job of Clerk, who
works for residents of Morris
County, includes filing,
recording births, mortgages
and land deeds, performs
weddings,issues passports,
serves as a notary, prepares
the election ballot and over-
sees the voting process.
I am qualified for the
position of Morris County
Clerk. I have worked in the
airline industry since 1977
and my skills as a flight
attendant overseeing flights
with a staff of 10-14 crew
members has given me the
opportunity to serve the pub-
lic as a safety coordinator,
team leader, (purser) and liai-
son between the passengers
and the airlines. In addition,
as a purser, I was responsible
for assigning duties to staff,
organizing service plans and
providing quality care during
inflight emergencies.
Having lost many dear
friends and co workers on
September 11, flight 93 and
175, I volunteered to assist
grieving family members and
co workers and currently
serve as Chairperson of
Professional Standards and
Employee Assistance Person
( EAP) for the Association of
Flight Attendants and
Communication Workers
of America at United
Airlines.
When elected, I plan to
modernize,streamline, make
the process. More-efficient
and, more user friendly to
seniors and all people of
Morris County.
Terry O'Connor Redwine
J
ames J. Vigilante of
Parsippany brings political
experience, military leader-
ship, organizational skills and
business expertise as he runs for
Morris County Clerk in the
upcoming Republican primary.
If elected in the June 4 elec-
tion, Vigilante will replace Joan
Bramhall who has held the seat
for the past three terms. With 12
years of political experience as
councilman of the Parsippany
Township Council, Vigilante is
confident he can take over as
county clerk.
I would consider it a privi-
lege and honor to serve my fel-
low county residents as their
County Clerk, says Vigilante,
48. My military leadership and
organizational skills combined
with my governing and small
business ownership leadership
experience is the perfect combi-
nation the next clerk needs to
posses to pick up where Clerk
Bramhall left off.
Vigilante says, Joan
Bramhall has built one of the
most efficiently run county
clerks office in the State of New
Jersey. The reins need to be
handed to a person who has lead
and motivated a team of people
in an operational system, and I
have. I will improve upon the
effectiveness of the clerks
office and I will insure that the
honorable workers in that office
continue to have the tools and
resources they need to deliver
the services to the people of
Morris County. These improve-
ments will contribute to the goal
to the County Freeholders in
delivering a reduced tax budget.
I will get the job done for less.
A lifelong resident of
Parsippany, Vigilante graduated
Parsippany High School in 1982
and earned his associates degree
from Butler County Community
College in Eldorado, Kansas. He
served the U.S. Air Force from
1982-1986; NJ Air National
Guard 1986-1988; and Air Force
Reserves from 2002 to present.
Professionally, Vigilante is
the owner of a Construction
Management Company; owner
of a construction company; a
licensed real estate agent; and
former owner of a pest control
business.
James J. Vigilante
Meet The Morris County Clerk Candidates
D
oug Cabana is the sen-
ior serving member of
the Board of Chosen
Freeholders, having
joined the board in April
1997. A former president of
the New Jersey Association of
Counties, it was under his
leadership in 2006 that the
association became an initial
driving force behind the now
popular concept of shared
services. Cabana was mayor
of Boonton Township for six
years and was a member of
the townships governing body
for 11 years. Freeholder
Cabana is an attorney who also
has a degree in business man-
agement from Ithaca College.
S
elected by his peers as
Freeholder Director for 2013,
Tom Mastrangelo was elected
to the Morris County Board of
Chosen Freeholders in 2010. A resi-
dent of Morris County for nearly 30
years, Tom is a business executive
with over 20 years of executive sales
and leadership management both in
corporate and small business. He
earned his B.A. from Seton Hall
University, an M.B.A. from Fairleigh
Dickinson University, where he per-
formed his International Business
study in England, and a J.D. of Law
degree from Seton Hall University
School of Law. A resident of
Montville, Tom is married to Debbie
and has three grown children.
K
athy DeFillippo is Deputy
Mayor in the Township of
Roxbury. She has served on
the township council since 2006.
Kathy was Deputy Mayor in 2008,
2012, 2013 and Mayor in 2009.
Prior to joining the council she
served on the Zoning Board of
Adjustment. Kathy serves on vari-
ous committees in Roxbury includ-
ing the Water & Sewer committee
and the Economic Development
committee. She is also the
President of the Roxbury Area
Chamber of Commerce and serves
on the board of the NJ Metro
Chapter of the National MS
Society. Kathy brought Walk MS
to Horseshoe Lake in Roxbury in
2006. Every April over a thousand
people walk at the Roxbury walk
site to raise money and awareness
for people afflicted with this devas-
tating disease.
Kathy graduated from SUNY
New Paltz with a BA in education
and a minor in special education.
She is a retired Certified Vocational
Rehabilitation Counselor. She was
a Director of a Sheltered Workshop
for physically and mentally handi-
capped adults in New York before
working in the insurance industry
in the Washington DC area provid-
ing medical management and voca-
tional rehabilitation services to
injured workers.
Kathy and her husband, Bob,
have lived in Roxbury since 1994
with their three children, Scott,
Laura Jean and Rob.
Meet The Morris County Freeholder Candidates
Tom Mastrangelo
Kathy DeFillippo
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Morris County Freeholders and Clerk
Candidates to Debate Thursday
O
n behalf of the Republican Clubs of the Chesters &
Mendhams, Mt. Olive and Washington Township we are
please to invite you to our sponsored debate for the
Freeholder and County Clerk Candidates. The date of the debate
is May 23rd, Thursday, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Lodge on
Schooley's Mountain. Doors will open at 6:30. The logistics of
the debate are as follows: 7:00pm County Clerk and 8:00pm
Freeholder. The lodge is located at 91 East Springtown Rd, Long
Valley, NJ 07853 (GPS address)
B
arbara Eames, of
Whippany, is a candidate
for Morris County
Freeholder in the June 4
Republican primary. Barbara con-
siders herself a non-establishment
conservative, bringing years of
grassroots activism to her cam-
paign.
Eames believes that county
government needs to be down-
sized. This means reducing the tax
burden by looking for both effi-
ciencies and a prioritization of nec-
essary services and spending.
The Freeholders participation
in a large regional planning organ-
ization threatens personal property
rights, and grants too much deci-
sion-making authority to non-
elected bureaucrats, rather than
local elected officials.
With 25% of Morris Countys
land area already protected from
development, $95 million still sits
in the County Preservation Trust
Fund. It is time to re-examine the
policy of continuing to tax citizens
to acquire Open Space.
Eames was a nine-year member
of the Hanover Twp. Board of
Education, serving as president of
both her local and County school
boards. She has been an elected
member of the Morris County
Republican Committee since 1993.
She has advised state legislators
on policy issues, and worked
closely with local grass roots
organizations to train citizens to
support local, state, and national
candidates for public office.
Eames is a music teacher in the
South-Orange and Maplewood
School District.
Barbara Eames
M
y name is Stephen
DeHart and I am
running for Morris
County Freeholder. I have
financial experience and
responsibility being a private
businesses owner , a real
estate investor , and a gradu-
ate with a degree in
Economics. My family has
lived in Morris County since
before the Revolution. They
fought in the Revolutionary
War, served on the First
Contintental Congress, and
helped shape the NJ
Constitution. My running
mate Barbara Eames and I are
contending as Conservative
Republicans against the
Regular Republican
Organization. We are non -
establishment candidates.
As a caring life long resi-
dent of Morris County I have
unfortunately noticed a
potentially unrestricted
increase in government at
higher levels due to ideas of
regionalization and land
posession.
In Morris County alone,
25% of land has been bought
by government entities.
Nearly $95 million rightfully
belonging to the tax payers of
Morris County sits in a slush
fund used by the county to
dole out political favors while
inaccurate comparisons are
irresponsibly used to spend
beyond their means.
Programs such as Open Space
create no tax revenue, but
plenty of spending proving to
be detrimental to our econo-
my.
There are very few people
willing to address our county
debt of over $250 million.
This type of spending and
borrowing is masked by rev-
enue given to local govern-
ment offices and agencies
such as Homeland Security as
well as rises in costs to the
public in Health Services,
County Clerk Fees, and
Motor Vehicle Fines.
These are just a few exam-
ples to why I am running for
freeholder. I hope to see you
at the voting booths on June 4
th.
Meet The Morris County Freeholder Candidates
Stephen DeHart
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Dont Forget To Vote
Tuesday, June 4th!!
E
veryone knows it costs money to
invest in a home security system.
When considering the pros and cons,
the money factor would probably be at the
top of everyone's con list if it's not the only
thing on the list. But if you're weighing your
options and considering a home security
system, consider the cost versus benefits
and see which weighs more heavily.
If you're looking at it realistically, you'll
have to cover a couple of different expens-
es. First, there's the monthly fee of having a
security company monitor your home.
Then, there are the costs of equipment and
installation fees. As you consider these
things, it seems the cost side is getting heav-
ier and heavier. However, this isn't neces-
sarily true.
Today many home security companies
have made services affordable. Not only
can you find specials and promotional rates
on monthly fees, but you can also find com-
panies who are giving basic equipment
packages free when you commit to using
their services for a certain amount of time.
And high installation fees are also a thing of
the past. Many companies are willing to cut
the cost of installation or even offer gift
cards or other incentives. Some companies
even have equipment that is easy to self-
install, so service fees aren't even an issue.
The costs don't have to be high. But you
can still reap the benefits. Not only does a
security system offer protection of your
home and family, but it could even save you
money in the long run. Many people don't
realize that when they have a home security
system, they're most likely eligible for a dis-
count on their homeowner's insurance pre-
mium. And many companies offer reim-
bursement of insurance deductibles if your
home is broken into.
It's hard not to invest in something that
pays off in so many ways in the end. If
you're worried about spending the money,
think about the ways you are getting it back.
The best thing to do if you're considering a
home security system is to call and get
information on several different companies.
You can find the best equipment and service
to fit your needs. And checking into multi-
ple security companies will also help guar-
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you can. Call and
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moment.
Cost Versus Benefit Of Protecting Your Home
Incident/Event: Arrest -
Contempt of Court
Date: 5/13/2013
Location: U.S. Highway Route 46
Investigated by: Officer William Galop
Involved: (A)- Crystal Kimker -
Rockaway NJ - 18-F
On May 13, 2013 at 11:38pm Officer Galop
was patrolling Route 46 in the area of
Woodsedge Ave. Officer Galop observed a
2004 Nissan traveling Route 46 East with
an equipment violation. A motor vehicle
stop was conducted in the area of the CVS
Pharmacy. During a road side investigation
Officer Galop learned that the passenger
inside the vehicle, identified as Ms. Crystal
Kimker had an active bench warrant out of
Parsippany Municipal Court with bail set at
$235.00. Ms. Kimker was subsequently
arrested and transported to police headquar-
ters. At headquarters Ms. Kimker posted
bail and was released on her own recogni-
zance.
Contempt of Court
Date: 5/10/2013
Investigated by: Officer Stanley Pych
Involved: (A)- German Pantoja -
Hackettstown NJ - 37-M
On May 10, 2013 at 11:39am Officer Pych
was patrolling Route 46 in the area of
Naughright Road. Officer Pych observed a
2000 Honda traveling Route 46 with an
equipment violation. A motor vehicle stop
was conducted and the driver was identified
as Mr. German Pantoja. During the stop
Officer Pych learned that Mr. Pantoja had
an active bench warrant out of
Hackettstown Municipal Court with bail set
at $229.00. Mr. Pantoja was subsequently
arrested and transported to police headquar-
ters. At headquarters Mr. Pantoja was able
to post bail and was released on his own
recognizance from police custody.
Incident/Event: Arrest - Shoplifting
Walmart ITC Mall Complex
Investigated by: Officer Eric Krouse
Involved: (A)- Douglas Umstead
Andover NJ 39-M
(A)- Melinda Molnar Andover NJ 24-F
On May 4, 2013 at 4:22pm Officer
Krouse was dispatched to Walmart,
located at the ITC Mall
Complex for two shoplifers who were in the
custody of Walmart Loss Prevention.
Officer Krouse arrived on scene and identi-
fied the two subjects as Mr. Douglas
Umstead and Ms. Melinda Molnar. Officer
Krouse investigated the incident and subse-
quently arrested both subjects and trans-
ported them to police headquarters. At
headquarters both subjects were charged
with shoplifting and released on their own
recognizance. They have a pending court
appearance.
Contempt of Court
Date: 5/11/2013
Investigated by: Officer Matthew Carlson
Involved: (A)- Edward Kelsch -
Bayonne NJ - 49-M
(D)- Lisa Snook - Belvidere NJ - 45-F
On May 10, 2013 at 11:08pm Officer
Carlson was patrolling Route 46 in the area
of Woodland Ave.
Officer Carlson observed a 2000 Ford trav-
eling Route 46 and entered the vehicle's reg-
istration into his in-car computer system.
Officer Carlson received a hit notification
that the registered owner of the
vehicle was suspended. A motor vehicle
stop was conducted and Officer Carlson
approached the vehicle and identified the
driver as the registered owner, Ms. Lisa
Snook. Officer Carlson also observed a pas-
senger inside the vehicle identified as Mr.
Edward Kelsch. Investigations revealed that
Mr. Kelsch had a no bail warrant out of
Ocean County. Mr. Kelsch was subsequent-
ly arrested and transported to police head-
quarters. Ms. Snook was given multiple
motor vehicle summons including
driving while suspended and uninsured
vehicle. The Ocean County Fugitive Unit
responded to police
headquarters and took custody of Mr.
Kelsch.
Police Headquarters
204 Flanders Drakestown Road,
Budd Lake, NJ 07828
(973) 691-0850
(All Persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a Court of Law)
By Alyssa Summer
T
he level 4 state USAG gymnastics championships
were held on February 9 and 10th in Cherry Hill NJ.
Morgan Summer, a first grader at Mountain View
Elementary School in Flanders finished in the top 5 in the
state of New Jersey. She received second place on both
Floor with a 9.425 and vault with a 9.65 and 11th on beam
with a 8.975. Her uneven bars score of a 9.0 pulled her all-
around score up to a 37.050 clinching her the 5th place spot
in the state.
T
he forensics team of Saint
Michael School, Netcong
proudly retained the coveted
Ronetco Cup during the spring compe-
tition of the Northwest Jersey
Forensics League held at Reverend
Brown School in Sparta on April 25.
Fourth through eighth grade ccontes-
tants from four schools memorized
poetry selectionsupon which they were
critiqued by a panel of judges.
Saint Michael contestants took first,
second, and third place in both the var-
sity and junior varsity divisions. No
school has achieved such a record in
recent history. Coach Clara Bajc
said, " I am very proud of every one
of our students. They truly work
together as a team to prepare for com-
petitions, and they appreciate the
efforts of all their fellow competitors."
(Back: L-R Haily C., Andrew S., Olivia G., Olufikayo O., Isabella B., Middle: Gio G., Ciara F., Rohan M., Analisa C.
By Cheryl Conway
N
o need to settle with the mainstream. There are
sports programs out there- especially in Mt. Olive-
that offers children with differences more individ-
ual attention to improve their skills.
Through PEAK- Parents of ExtrAordinary Kids- sports-
minded kids who have special needs have a recreational
outlet when it comes to playing sports, art or music. PEAK-
which is affiliated with Mt. Olive Recreation - started six
years ago in town and continues to help kids with special
needs learn the skills to move ahead.
With most of its programs offered through the Mt. Olive
Recreation Department, parents have an option to place
their child in a more comfortable setting with more one on
one instruction.
The goal of the program is to give kids a safe place to
play so they can move on, says Vanessa Breschard, presi-
dent of PEAK. So they can learn the skills in a slower
manner and then move on to more of a recreational pro-
gram.
Breschard started the program six years ago after Patrick
Tharret, school psychologist at Chester M. Stephens
Elementary School, in Budd Lake felt there was a need to
have a recreational outlet for kids with special needs.
Tharret called a meeting with a core group of parents to
establish a program.
PEAK is modeled after a similar program, Pathways in
Montville.
At that time, Breschards son who has autism attended
the pre-school program at CMS and then went to Sandshore
Elementary where he has been in a special needs pro-
gram.
The program, which is open to students outside of Mt.
Olive as well, offers a wide variety of programs such as
karate, t-ball, therapeutic horse back riding, swimming and
summer camp.
Weve expanded, says Breschard. When the program
first began, karate and t-ball were the only sports offered
with her husband, Bob, who is still teaching the t-ball and
another parent teaching the karate.
All of the programs are family oriented, she says.
Students and mentors come and serve as helpers. They
run stations. Parents join in; other siblings join in. We have
a nice group and have a nice place to go, a nice safe place
for kids to run around, learn some things, meet new people.
Everyone is on the same wave length.
Therapeutic riding on horses at a stable, Freedom Horse
in Long Valley, is offered. Registration through recreation is
open for the fall.
Swimming in the summer for four weeks from July 8
through Aug. 1- is also offered and taught by a swimming
instructor who teaches at a special needs school.
Its a phenomenal swimming program, says
Breschard.
Summer camp, ESY (Extended School Year)- which is
Photos are courtesy of PEAK
Local Program Helps Kids Reach Peak With Individual Instruction
staffed by special education teachers and aids- is also
offered through PEAK from July 8 through Aug. 1. This
years camp will be held at Mt. View Elementary School in
Flanders offering socialization, arts and crafts and physical
education activities.
A music movement class- Moving and Grooving, is a six
week program offered Sat., 10:30, at the Mt. Olive Senior
Center. Contact Vanessa at peakgroup.org for more infor-
mation.
PEAK has helped more than 100 kids during the past six
years in grades pre-school through middle school. High
school students are invited to join, especially in teen night,
held monthly with a disc jockey, snacks and dancing.
Breschard has seen first hand how PEAK has made a dif-
ference in her sons life as well as others.
Now 11, Breschards son will be attending the Mt. Olive
Middle School next year. He has been involved in PEAK
since its inception.
I see tremendous growth in his skills, says Breschard,
as I do with all the kids that have started with us in the
beginning. Their skill set has improved from year to year.
They remember things and progress throughout the season,
and then they come back year after year because of the
strong foundation from the instruction.
For her son who was involved in t-ball and swimming,
she says, It has helped his endurance, flexibility, confi-
dence when it comes to swimming.
Currently, there are 15 kids involved in t-ball, which
runs through June.
We practice small groups, running bases, hitting and
understanding the game, says Breschard. They do field-
ing and hitting; none of our activities are competitive. Its
just about getting their kids moving and not moving up to
recreational teams, she says, although weve had kids that
moved on to recreational t-ball and karate.
To keep costs down, PEAK holds an annual fundraiser.
The 6th Annual Gold Fundraiser is set for June 26, from
8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.- at Skyview Gold Club in Sparta. Cost
is $109 and includes golf, lunch, tricky tray and auction. To
register, contact Margarita at peakgroup.org.
A fund The Ryan McConnell Fund- was recently estab-
lished to provide financial support to families who would
like to participate in PEAK activities but can not afford it.
Ryan McConnell, a nine-year old Budd Lake boy who
played t-ball for PEAK, died on March 18. Go to
www.peakgroup.org to contribute.
While most of the kids in PEAK are from Mt. Olive,
there are some who travel from Chester, Hackettstown,
Succasunna and even one from Boonton to go riding, says
Breschard.
Theres not as many towns that are so inclusive with
their recreational program there, says Breschard. Mt. Olive
is generally very accommodating. This makes it easier. It
gives them a place to go.
MO recreation does allow kids with special needs to play
on he recreational teams but request that the parent shadow
their child, says Breschard.
But since we exist they might be better off in our pro-
gram, she says. Recreation has steered kids to PEAK for
involvement.
Parents involved with PEAK meet the first Monday
monthly at the Mt. Olive Public Library to discuss upcom-
ing events and programs.
Involved all these years, Breschard says I do it for all
the other kids, for all those people that have said thank you.
If I can help them and keep things going, thats enough for
me. I do it for the one kid that needs it and cant get it some
place else.
Breschard encourages others to learn more about PEAK
and get involved.
We have a nice little community, says Breschard.
Always give your kid the benefit of the doubt. Although
sports may not be for them, you learn other things. Its more
than learning how to hit a baseball. I feel we have a lot to
offer. They get PT; they get OT. Its about having fun. They
dont feel like theyre learning but in turn they are, in a
relaxed atmosphere.
Come to a meeting. Come talk to us. You never know
what you can do for your kid. Learn what we can do for
your kid.
Local Program Helps Kids...
N
ow that summer is here, its time to fire up the grill.
For many, a cookout isnt complete without a juicy,
delicious hamburger. Even those trying to follow a
healthier, natural diet can enjoy this classic summer favorite
by using the right ingredients.
Mitzi Dulan, a nationally recognized nutrition and well-
ness expert and team sports nutritionist for the Kansas City
Royals, understands the importance of building a better
burger using leaner, healthier ingredients that benefit the
body.
Lean beef is an integral part of a wholesome burger as
it provides essential nutrients and protein to keep you trim
and energized, Dulan said. In addition to choosing nutri-
tious ingredients, exercise portion control and practice
moderation to create an even healthier burger.
Dulan recommends considering these tips for building a
better burger:
Simple substitutions, such as using lean ground beef, can
create a protein-packed burger that is low-fat and has fewer
calories. Consider using natural brands, such as Lauras
Lean Beef, to kick start a delicious, healthy burger.
Keep in mind that lean beef cooks in 1/3 less time than
regular beef since it has less fat. So, adjust the cooking time
to match your method of grilling. To make the grilling
process as healthy as possible, substitute natural charcoal.
Products such as Big Green Egg Organic Lump Charcoal,
use organic hardwoods and burn more efficiently without
harsh chemicals or odors.
Try new, healthier toppings that add a unique twist of fla-
vor to your burger. Instead of ketchup, which can be loaded
with excess sugar and sodium, consider fresh salsa. Replace
mayonnaise with sliced avocado, which is a creamy, heart-
healthy alternative.
Use whole grain buns in place of white buns. Whole-
grains are absorbed slower by the body, meaning they do
not raise sugar levels as quickly and keep you feeling full
longer. This reduces the urge to eat larger portions or snack
after a meal.
For more tips, recipes and to enter Lauras Lean Beefs
Summer Grilling Sweepstakes, visit
www.facebook.com/laurasleanbeef starting May 27, 2013.
Laura's Lean Beef Stuffed Cheeseburgers
Prep time: About 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5-7 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
1 pound Lauras Lean Beef 96% Lean Ground Sirloin
1/4 cup finely minced onion
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 ounces reduced fat Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 4 even
1/2-ounce pieces
4 slices reduced calorie oatmeal bread
2 tomatoes, sliced
4 lettuce leaves
Directions:
1. Mix beef with onion and parsley. Divide beef into 4 equal
portions. Divide each individual portion in half so you have
8 equal portions.
2. Flatten 4 portions into rounds. Place a 1/2-ounce piece of
cheese on top of each round. Flatten the remaining 4 por-
tions of beef into rounds, place on top of cheese then seal
edges of rounds together, sealing cheese in.
3. Grill (covered with grill lid) at 400-450F about 5-7 min-
utes on each side or to desired degree of doneness.
4. To serve, place each burger on top of one slice of reduced
calorie (45 calories per slice) bread. Top each burger with
lettuce and sliced tomatoes and serve immediately.
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T
heres nothing like the perfect picnic
or barbecue to slow down and recon-
nect with friends and family. This
season, gather together guests and surprise
them with a rustic backyard picnic, starring
delicious new recipes that bring out the fla-
vor of apples a versatile and healthy
year-round fruit.
Filled with healthy antioxidants, fiber,
vitamins and minerals, apples add a flavor-
ful twist to classic picnic fare. For a refresh-
ing take on an old standard that both kids
and adults will love, try the Apple Tortellini
Salad, made with Tree Top Apple Juice.
For more recipes and inspiration, visit
www.treetop.com.
Apple Tortellini Salad
Servings: 6 to 8
Dressing:
3 tablespoons Tree Top Frozen Concentrate
Apple Juice, thawed
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons garlic salt
Ground pepper to taste
Salad:
9 ounces cheese-filled tortellini
2 cups sliced apples (approximately 2 medi-
um apples)
2 cups shredded salad greens
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced scallions
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)
To prepare dressing, combine apple juice
concentrate, corn syrup, brown sugar, vine-
gar, garlic salt and pepper. Cover dressing
and refrigerate.
To prepare salad, cook tortellini, drain and
cool by rinsing pasta under cold water.
Shake gently to drain thoroughly. In a large
bowl, combine tortellini, apples, salad
greens, strawberries, celery and scallions.
Toss salad gently with chilled dressing.
Serve chilled. If desired, sprinkle with pine
nuts.
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W
hen youre loading up the family for a big bar-
beque celebration, be sure to load up a variety of
freshly-made salads and deliciously decadent
brownies. Whether pasta salads, potato salads or even those
leafy greens, this side favorite is a perfect accompaniment
to juicy grilled burgers, brats and steaks. Because this
savory barbeque fare can bring out anyones sweet tooth,
dont forget to dish out the desserts. Adding your favorite
nuts, fruit and candy toppings to a rich, gooey brownie can
melt the hearts of guests as easily as the hot summer sun.
The best part about bringing a salad or brownie dessert
besides both being flavorful barbeque staples most
can be prepared the night before. This gives you more time
to focus on the important things, like grilling your next culi-
nary masterpiece and hanging out with your family.
For more tips on what to bring to your next barbeque,
visit www.bettycrocker.com/brownies and www.sud-
denlysalad. com.
Brownie n Berries Dessert Pizza
Prep time: 20 minutes
Total time: 2 hours, 50 minutes
Serves: 16
1 box (1 lb. 2.4 ounces.) Betty Crocker Original Supreme
Premium brownie mix Water, vegetable oil and egg called
for on brownie mix box
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1/2 cup apple jelly
Preheat oven to 350F (325F for dark or nonstick pan).
Grease bottom only of 12-inch pizza pan with cooking
spray or shortening.
Make brownie batter as directed. Spread in pan.
Bake 26 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted 2 inches
from side of pan comes out almost clean. Cool completely,
about 1 hour.
In small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with
electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Carefully
spread mixture evenly over brownie base. Arrange berries
over cream cheese mixture. Stir jelly until smooth; brush
over berries. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled. Cut
into wedges. Store covered in refrigerator.
Greek Tossed Pasta Salad
Total time: 25 minutes
Serves: 10
1 box Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad classic pasta salad
mix Water and oil called for on salad mix box
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 small cucumber, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, slices cut in half
1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 oz. crumbled feta cheese (1 cup)
Make pasta as directed on box.
In large bowl, stir together seasoning mix, water and oil.
Stir in pasta and remaining ingredients except cheese.
Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.
A Celebration of Sides: Barbeque Bests
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W
hen savory meets sweet, its simply a perfect
union especially when planning a sizzling
summer-time menu. Nothing brings the palate
more pleasure than a cooked sausage, slightly seared, and
topped with crunchy, fresh salad and salsa toppers.
Embrace a range of simple yet flavorful ingredients
First, select a tasty base for your recipe that can be
quickly and easily spiced up, such as Hillshire Farm
smoked sausage. Then choose a range of fresh ingredients,
such as herbs, vegetables and fruits, that when simply
paired together create a delicious dish. Get creative and try
unique ingredient combinations, such as red onions paired
with tart green apples or mangoes. An intense blend of fla-
vors, along with the savory appeal of sausage, will surely
satisfy even the most hard-to-please appetites.
Challenge your flavor bravery by incorporating other
flavor pairings into your sausage and burger toppings. Your
local farmers market is a one-stop shop for fresh, local
ingredients that are found in the below recipes. It can also
serve as an interactive source of inspiration where you
might find an herb, vegetable or fruit youve never tried that
will easily spice up your own summertime recipe.
Traditional summer fare, such as sausages and burgers,
allow limitless inspiration from all corners of the globe.
This recipe for Caprese Salad Topped Smoked Sausage
Sandwiches combines creamy, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil
and grape tomatoes that channel the summer flavors of
Italy. Cook up this incredible creation at your next family
dinner or gathering and watch the line form in seconds.
For more menu ideas and inspiration, visit www.hill-
shirefarm.com.
Cheddar Wurst with Corn Black Bean Salsa
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 6
1 cup frozen corn, cooked, drained, cooled
1 cup black beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 package Hillshire Farm Cheddar Wurst
Sausage Links
6 French bread rolls or hot dog buns, split
Combine corn, black beans, bell pepper, lime juice,
cilantro, jalapeno pepper and cumin. Grill or heat sausages
according to package directions, turning frequently. Place
sausage in each roll, generously top with corn black bean
salsa.
Sizzling With Savory and Sweet
By Cheryl Conway
A
fter sixteen weeks of hard work, exercise and diet,
Agnes Mazurczyk of Flanders has dropped one
dress size and is motivated even more to achieve
her weight loss goals. Mazurczyk, 38, is the winner of the
4th Annual Mt. Olive Biggest Loser Contest.
The four month event- sponsored by the Mt. Olive
Exercise program through the recreation department- was
held Jan. 12 to April 27.
Happy that she is the winner, but disappointed that she
did not reach her weight loss target- Mazurczyk knows that
she can lose even more weight and inches if she works a lit-
tle harder.
I was very happy and surprised that I won, says
Mazurczyk. Its motivating even more to exercise more.
The Poland native says her goal was to lose 30 pounds,
but I didnt do it unfortunately. It can be more, but Im
happy that I lose something, better than nothing.
Mazurczyk lost 10 pounds and eight inches. Her obsta-
cles of exercising less than she had planned and not stick-
ing to her diet held her back, she says.
I didnt have time to exercise all the time; I have kids,
says Mazurczyk, a three year old and an eight year old. She
also says sticking to her diet became difficult with family
events like a communion, birthday parties, and vacation.
I tried in the beginning, to diet cutting out sweets,
breads and carbohydrates, but I stopped, says Mazurczyk.
Her goal now is to lose another 20 pounds in the next
four months. She says she hopes to stick to the diet and
attend more classes to exercise.
Mazurczyk joined the Mt. Olive Exercise program in
January with a friend. Beforehand, she says she would walk
occasionally at the park two to three miles. Working out in
a group setting has made a difference, she says.
Exercising in a group is working much better, says
Mazurczyk. Its close to home, much better than a gym,
and there is a friendly atmosphere.
She joined the Biggest Loser Contest as motivation to
lose pounds faster.
Although she didnt lose as much as she would have
hoped during the contest, she credits the amount she did
lose to the exercising and great instructors.
Mazurczyk says the instructors do a great job. I love to
go to class because of that. Everyday there is a different
kind of exercise. The best thing is to get into a group class.
This is the best thing because youre not going to do it by
yourself; its much harder. In a group its much better.
The warming atmosphere has also been a plus.
The atmosphere is very friendly, says Mazurczyk.
You want to go there. Youre making friends. Youre moti-
vating one another. Its nice. I love this program.
The MO Biggest Loser event has been held annually to
motivate people to get fit and shed extra pounds especially
after the holidays. This year, five ladies participated and
there were two volunteer peer coaches, besides the instruc-
tors, to help participants stay on track and offer advice on
exercise and healthier eating.
During the contest, participants attended hourly exercise
classes such as step aerobics, Zumba, cardio blast, butts and
guts, pilates, boot camp, kickbox, stability ball, toning with
weights and more.
Realistic goals for weight loss during this time period
averages 15 to 20 pounds with 20 being very high, says
Laura Hars, head instructor of the MO exercise program.
Healthy weight loss is about a pound a week.
Although this years winner didnt lose as many pounds
as previous winners, Hars was satisfied with the results.
She dropped a dress and a pants size - she feels better,
loves the classes as they are a stress reliever, says Hars.
Her advice is to stick to the diet and do at least three class-
es a week. She went on vacation and lost some focus. Treat
your exercise regimen like a life commitment - exercise
three to four times a week always - pretend it's a doctor
appointment and don't stop dieting.
Hars plans to have another Biggest Loser Contest in
2014.
Get a jump start to losing inches and pounds by joining
the Mt. Olive Exercise program. Hars is offering a three
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B
ack in 1970, the Autosport Automotive Group was
founded by Gerald A. Lustig. His first store was a
Fiat dealership in Bound Brook, NJ. Over the years,
the group famous for its no pressure approach to car sales,
expanded to over 14 franchises, both domestic and import.
President Gerald A. Lustig states "An opportunity came
along for us to get back in the Fiat business after all of these
years. I have always thought their cars were pretty trick and
definitely a lot of fun to drive. I actually raced a few Fiats
in the SCCA over the years. We're excited to be the exclu-
sive Fiat dealer in the Morris County Area. Fiat of Morris
County, here on Route 53 in Denville is a new Fiat studio
and offers a unique vehicle with some incredible attributes."
Sales Manager Mike Olsen really appreciates the her-
itage and future of this unique marque and knows why it
should be a big success in this area. "I am so happy to be
part of the Autosport Automotive Group. It's exciting to be
part of a dealer group with owners that are as excited about
the brand as I am. This new studio location, right in the
middle of Denville, NJ is going to offer the community a
great car and incredible car buying experience."
Autosport Automotive Group VP Steven Lustig has a
great appreciation for the Fiat brand from both a marketing
perspective and the driving experience. When I first started
seeing the commercials and marketing materials for the Fiat
brand I said to myself, "Now there's a brand with a clear
vision and a brand that gets it. Mike asked me if I would
drive the Fiat Abarth Cabrio around a bit so we could get a
little exposure. What I didn't expect was the smile that car
put on my face the first time I took it out. In fact, I can't help
Fiat from Italy to Denville!
but smile still every time I drive it. Now I just have to make
sure my wife doesn't get to the garage before me in the
morning. The very emotion I felt driving the car was the
catalyst for our 'Rediscover' campaign."
Fiat of Morris County offers some incredible amenities.
Every new and pre-owned vehicle comes with an exclusive
complimentary maintenance program and for a limited
time, all new Fiats are being delivered with a free iPad,
courtesy of Fiat of Morris County. Steven Lustig says "We
have a great facility with an incredible team. These cars are
so much fun to drive! We invite everyone to come down,
have an espresso with us, and take one for a test drive and
try not to smile".
P
laying in front of college scouts against the top play-
ers in the country is nothing new for some local bas-
ketball players, but this years performance may be
their last shot to make it to the top for recruiting day.
The New Jersey Blaze AAU boys basketball team
already received its invite to the Amateur Athletic Union
(AAU) Super Showcase and its bid to AAU 17: U Division
I National Championship. One local coach and his players-
three of which are rising seniors at Mt. Olive High School-
will compete this July in the two top tournaments at the
ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, FL.
This is the sixth consecutive year that the NWJ Blaze
will be competing at the national level for AAU hoops- an
achievement hard to come by for many teams that do not
qualify or lack commitment and financial means to get
there.
Its very difficult to get a D1 bid, says NWJ Blaze
Coach Todd Conway of Flanders.
The older you get the more competitive these players
get. They are much bigger players; you are seeing guys,
they are men, as when we played Connecticut Select.
You have to sustain a very talented roster of players,
continues Conway. Id like to think that I did something
right early on in recruiting players. A lot of teams have not
gotten their bid yet with the most important AAU season
ahead of us.
Teams that win a super regional or make it out of pool
play in the state tournament will receive a bid to AAU
Nationals, Conway says. As far as the Super Showcase,
teams have to be invited. Conway is grateful that his team
has already reached this major milestone early in the sea-
son.
Conway calls it relieving.
Getting a bid early gives our boys as many opportuni-
ties to be seen by these coaches, he says. There are only
four live periods this year and you want to be in all four.
Weve been at two so far, - the Philadelphia Jam Fest and
Pittsburgh Jam Fest by Hoop Group. The other two are
nationals and showcase.
Live period is an event subject to NCAA certification
which includes requirements where college coaches can
evaluate student athletes. The event must start and stop at
certain times and prohibits student athletes and parents to
speak to college coaches other than saying hello, explains
Conway.
The NWJ Blaze received its D1 bid to nationals on
March 24 after winning the Harrisburg Super Regional
hosted by the Central Penn Ballers. It received its invite to
the Super Showcase in January in which only the top teams
in the country are invited to play in the worlds finest facil-
ities for basketball.
The NWJ Blaze is made up of nine rostered players-
ages 16, 17 and l8- two of which are from Mt. Olive-
Griffin Conway and Ryan Traub. Other players are from
New Providence, North Warren, Rockaway, Piscataway,
East Orange and Colts Neck.
Conway says he has a dynamic team this year that is
ready to challenge the top players in the country.
The fact that we have a lot of team chemistry and
everyone can score, is a plus, he says. Some of the boys
have been playing together for so many years, with two new
players.
Conways goal for his team this year is to have 100 per-
cent of my players going on unofficial visits for mens col-
lege basketball and as of right now we are 75 percent at
reaching that goal." This is the last full year of AAU for
most of these boys and to give them the opportunity to play
in front of as many college basketball coaches in order to
exchange a sport for a college education has been his ulti-
mate goal.
It is at AAU Nationals and the Super Showcase where
most of these coaches will be scouting their next recruits.
Both held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports, the Super
Showcase is set for July 18-23; and AAU Nationals is July
24-29.
Conways expectations at these events are to play as
many games at HP Field House and the Josten Center
because thats where most of the coaches are. His hope is
also to come out of pool play and keep winning. The ben-
efit to winning is to play at those venues which are at ESPN
Wide World of Sports.
Given last years plethora of injuries, Conways hope for
his players is to start the tournament and finish the tourna-
ment healthy so they all can finish their last high school
NWJ Blaze Heads To Sunset Ending At Nationals 2013
basketball season their senior year.
The local players are looking forward to a smashing final
season.
In his sixth year on the team, Conways son, Griffin, 16,
says I feel that every meticulous thing we've learned now
needs to be accomplished as if AAU basketball has all come
down to this season. Although there is an open 18U season
most players want to know where they are going to college
before the summer of next year so it is exciting and nerve
wracking.
On the team since the NWJ Blaze formed, Griffin has
seen many players come and gone, but he has stuck with it.
Ten players plus have come and gone and I'm still with
the Blaze because I believe it's my best shot at getting the
looks I need to get seen for a chance at a college scholar-
ship, says Griffin. I've enjoyed the close games, big wins,
talent, competition and most importantly Florida for the
Super Showcase and Nationals.
Griffins goals are to make a state tournament run,
make a run in the Super Showcase, and hopefully make a
run at Nationals. Hopefully in the process we get good
looks from colleges in good games because that's our goal:
getting to college, and playing basketball there.
In his fifth year on the team, Ryan Traub, 17, says his
main goal is to play in places where the college scouts are
so you can have the opportunity to go all out in every game
hoping for the chance to be noticed.
I personally want to go far and just win some games,
says Ryan. This year winning would mean a lot because
the farther you make it the more chance there is of getting
noticed.
With hopes to play college ball somewhere, Ryan says
it does not matter what division as long as I get to stay on
the court and play.
Playing for the NWJ Blaze has been a great experience
for some.
Its the only team that has ever felt like a right fit for
me, says Ryan, who has mixed emotions that he is in his
last season.
Its a bittersweet feeling because in one case its the
beginning of a new chapter in the basketball life but also it
will be the last time ever playing for the Blaze and playing
with Grif. Grif is the only one left and we have been play-
ing together since I started and we will be playing our last
game on the Blaze together.
Playing AAU is highly recommended.
If your end goal is to be playing on TV or at the high-
est level before the pros or at the pros then play AAU, says
Griffin. It is home of the worlds best youth competition
and can only do you good with exposure to college scouts
and NCAA like procedures such as hotel stays, long trips
and high level games and will develop your game to its full
potential in the process.
Ryan says, AAU is a huge opportunity for those who
want to do more than play basketball for fun. AAU grants
people exposure for those who do not get a chance to show
college coaches that they can play during the high school
season.
Ryans parents, Debbie and Ron Traub say playing for
the NWJ Blaze and AAU has been worth all the time,
money and travel.
We chose AAU because we felt the competiveness
would improve Ryans game and would give him the best
chance to play college basketball, says the Traubs. We
never considered leaving the NWJ Blaze because Coach
Todd Conway was one of the first coaches that showed us
that he had faith in Ryans ability to play AAU basketball.
Coach Conway never gave up on Ryan and worked hard to
get Ryans game to where it is today.
Ryan has come full circle as a basketball player, says
the Traubs. He now has the confidence he didnt previous-
ly have and knows he can compete with the best of the best.
He knows that he can compete at the high level that we
know he is capable of and that college scouts see that abil-
ity.
It has definitely been worth it, says the Traubs. With
all the traveling that we have done as a team, we have made
life-long friends with families that have the same hopes and
dreams for their sons basketball careers. AAU has totally
benefited our son since he is getting exposure to college
scouts and it is going to give him the opportunity to play
college basketball. We feel that choosing AAU and playing
for the NWJ Blaze was one of the best things that we did for
Ryan.
After seven years of hard work and dedication, Conway
may be setting out the fire for the Blaze for the next few
years as his oldest son hopefully gets a scholarship to play
hoops, but may rekindle his team when his youngest son
gets to the fifth grade so he can set the path for another bas-
ketball player with high dreams.
He offers his advice to other athletes seeking a chance to
play college basketball or any sport.
I would crawl first, then walk, then run, says Conway.
Play all levels of basketball and practice everyday as if you
were playing a video game so you can master your craft.
Keep your emotional tank full because you will face many
obstacles.
Like the late Steve Jobs said in his 2005 commence-
ment speech at Stanford University, Dont be trapped by
dogma which is living with the results of other peoples
thinking. Dont let the noise of others opinions drown out
your inner voice and most important have the courage to
follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already
know what you truly want to become.
Contributed by Mukesh Mehta
F
estival of colors known as Holi in India was cele-
brated at Woodfield in Mount Olive. This was the
second event after the India Independent Day in
August last year which was celebrated by the South Asian
families living with in the Woodfield Community, with a
difference for this event families from the entire communi-
ty of 300 plus families were invited to participate in the fes-
tival of color celebration on April 27th 2013. The theme of
the celebration was Know your neighbors and experience
their cultural heritage. During the event members of differ-
ent age groups performed USA and Indian National
anthems, Indian traditional as well as Bollywood dances.
All the families had an opportunity to introduce themselves
specially the young generation.
Miss Priyanka Mistry a student from the Mt. Olive High
School presented in her speech what Holi is all about: Holi
is the festival that celebrates the unity of all people. Holi is
the festival of colors. It is celebrated to mark the end of win-
ter and the beginning of spring. It is also the festival of good
over evil. It started when Lord Krishna was playing with his
childhood friend Radha. He noticed that Radha was fair-
skinned while he had dark skin. Lord Krishna went to his
mother Yashoda and complained about this to her. She said,
Why dont you put color on Radha so she has the same
color as you? Krishna, taking her advice, colored Radhas
face, making her the same color as him. To this day, people
celebrate Holi by putting color on each other to make every-
one equal and nobody different. The name for the holiday
Holi Celebrated at Woodfield at Mount Olive
came from Holika, the sister of the evil King
Hiranyakashyap who had the ability to enter fire without
being burned. Holi literately means burned, which is a rite
done to celebrate the festival.
The organizers of the events were happy about the
response they have received for these first two celebrations,
the community support and are looking forward to celebrate
such events to bring all families from the surrounding
neighboring towns together to share the culture with their
young kids, other family members, friends and neighbors.
Plenty of food was made available from the contributions of
the community members and towards the end the event of
Holi was celebrated with young and adults freely applying
the dry holi colors on each other in a very traditional way
and expressed after making America their HOME Holi
after a long time.
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omeowners and renters who reside
in Morris County and who are
experiencing hardship in meeting
their heating and cooling needs may file an
application for energy assistance with
MCOHA before or by April 30.
This year the Emergency Assistance
period for Deliverable Fuels, Gas and
Electric will end May 31.
All eligible households must complete
an application for energy assistance by
April 30.
Eligible LIHEAP recipients must pro-
vide an actual shut off notice issued by the
utility company.
The maximum amount of Emergency
Assistance for Deliverable Fuels, Natural
Gas and Electric heating is $450. The max-
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prevent disconnection on non-heating elec-
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Hispanic Affairs mission is to enrich the
Morris County Community by facilitating
the adaptation and well-being of the low-
income Hispanics and non-Hispanics
through services, information, education,
and civic participation. MCOHA has been
educating, empowering and serving Morris
Countys Hispanic and low-income com-
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