November 2009 Highlights (16)
Man tasers gas station attendant
A Union man allegedly tasered a gas station attendant during a robbery on Springfield Avenue on Nov. 19, with Maplewood police arresting the suspect a few blocks away.
Michael Terry, 22, was caught in Union following a foot chase by police.
Charged with robbery and related offenses, he allegedly approached the lone attendant at the Denco Gas station around 6:35 a.m.
Police alleged that Terry entered the station office and shot the… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 24, 2009 at 5:06pm — No Comments
Death prompts change in gun use
When Maplewood Police confronted a mentally disturbed man wielding a claw hammer two years ago, officers did not have the option of using less lethal force.
The encounter in June 2007 ended with police shooting and killing 31-year-old Omar Perry, who lunged at the two officers on Peachtree Road.
But on Monday, state Attorney General Anne Milgram announced a policy change.
Police will be allowed to use stun guns only on an armed,… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 24, 2009 at 5:05pm — No Comments
Vets recall rigors of WW II
By Philip Sean Curran, Staff WriterWorld War II veteran Charles Crandall did not need pictures to describe the conflict. His vivid memories said it all.
As the featured speaker at Maplewood’s annual Veterans Day ceremony, the former Navy captain recalled seeing men die in horrific ways.
“It’s hell on earth,” said Crandall, who… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 18, 2009 at 1:49pm — No Comments
Big game revives CHS football spirit
By Philip Sean Curran, Staff WriterAs a light rain fell in Westfield Saturday, Columbia High School Principal Lovie Lilly stood “nervous” under her UPenn umbrella.
It had been 27 years since the high school’s football team took the field for a state playoff game, but at a minute before 1 p.m., the wait was… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 18, 2009 at 1:47pm — No Comments
Work begins at DeHart Park
By Philip Sean Curran, Staff WriterRenovations to DeHart Park began Monday and a portion of the tract will be closed until next summer.
The $1.2 million project, five years in the making, represents one of the most extensive improvements the township has made to one of its public parks.
It calls for an organic grass… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 18, 2009 at 1:46pm — No Comments
3 teens, mother arrested in fight
In a wild scene outside Columbia High School, three teenage boys and a student’s mother were arrested Monday after a fight in the parking lot on Parker Avenue.
South Orange and Maplewood police arrived to restore order as authorities had to break up a crowd of students around 3:30 p.m.
As many as 10 squad and unmarked police cars were at the scene, with Parker closed in both directions in front of the school.
Maplewood police were… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 18, 2009 at 1:44pm — No Comments
Firefighters honored with valor awards
The Saint Barnabas Burn Foundation presented seven Maplewood firefighters with the prestigious Team Effort Award and honored more than 50 additional firefighters during the 22nd Annual Valor Awards ceremony on Oct. 29 at Mayfair Farms in West Orange.Each year, the Burn Foundation, established in 1987 to support The Burn Center at… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 11, 2009 at 4:07pm — No Comments
Teachers go green at Sesame Place
Sesame Place, with the help of Sesame Workshop’s Research Department, created a conservation education program that was developed to meet each states’ curriculum guidelines.Recently, Sesame Place, the nation’s only theme park based entirely on Sesame Street, had an open house for elementary school teachers to learn more about “… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 11, 2009 at 4:05pm — No Comments
De Luca will continue as mayor
Vic De Luca will remain mayor of Maplewood in 2010 as Democrats leave him in charge for another year.De Luca, speaking Monday, expected he would get “unanimous” support from the other four members of the Township Committee. He will lead a municipal government in the throes of a financial crunch that could lead to further service cuts… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 11, 2009 at 4:02pm — No Comments
TC hears plans for Dunnell housing
A proposed redevelopment plan calls for turning the old Maplewood police headquarters into a residential building, with the Township Committee set for action Monday.
Despite mounting public opposition, the governing body is expected to vote for the plan.
The township, seeking to develop the site, needs an approved plan before officials can negotiate with real estate developers, Mayor Vic De Luca said Tuesday.
The Planning Board,… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 11, 2009 at 3:59pm — No Comments
Deficits will hit harder in new year
Maplewood will begin facing an anticipated deficit next year that could require further job and spending cuts to balance the budget.
Officials this week described a financial storm looming on the horizon. Tax revenues are down by $352,000 after 95 successful tax appeals against the township. Revenue from municipal investments and building permits are also down.
Township officials say health benefit costs will be up by 18 percent in 2010.… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 11, 2009 at 3:58pm — No Comments
Deficits will hit harder in new year
Maplewood will begin facing an anticipated deficit next year that could require further job and spending cuts to balance the budget.
Officials this week described a financial storm looming on the horizon. Tax revenues are down by $352,000 after 95 successful tax appeals against the township. Revenue from municipal investments and building permits are also down.
Township officials say health benefit costs will be up by 18 percent in 2010.… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 11, 2009 at 3:58pm — No Comments
Columbian staff earns awards
The Columbia High School student newspaper, The Columbian, was awarded a Gold Medalist ranking for editions published in 2008-2009 by The Columbia University Scholastic Press Association.In three out of four categories, writing and editing, graphic presentation and business operations, The Columbian gained All-Columbian honors for… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 4, 2009 at 12:51pm — No Comments
Leventhal; Ryan elected to Township Committee
By Philip Sean Curran, Staff WriterDemocrats Kathleen M. Leventhal and Jerry Ryan won convincingly Tuesday in the race for Maplewood Township Committee against their two Republican challengers.
Leventhal took 64 percent of the vote, with Ryan right behind at 63 percent.
The outcome means Democrats will maintain their 5-0… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 4, 2009 at 12:46pm — No Comments
Boy, 16, attacked by group of teens
A group of seven to eight teenagers attacked and robbed a 16-year-old boy walking alone on Boyden Avenue in Maplewood Saturday, police said.
The Maplewood resident had just got off a NJTransit bus on Springfield Avenue and was walking home around 7:22 p.m.
A group of three males stopped to ask him if he attended Columbia High School, police said.
The boy said “no” and continued walking when he noticed a group now consisting of seven… Continue
Added by News-Record on November 4, 2009 at 12:44pm — No Comments
NJ Clean Energy Conference: A Perspective
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Added by Bornstein Sons, Inc. on November 3, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments
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