CLARK—On Sunday, March 1, the Polish Cultural Foundation will present Ania and Piotr Filochowski, an accomplished brother and sister pair of violin prodigies. The Filochowskis are currently studying at the Juilliard School of Music in New York City under the guidance of Maestro Itzhak Perlman who personally invited them both to participate in his... »
What’s Pushing Your Buttons? What motivates you? That’s the question I’d like to ask in this inaugural column on motivation. Are you motivated by fame, fortune or fear. Or is it something deeper that fans the flames inside of you. Perhaps you are like Jeanne Louise Calment whose burning desire enabled her to do... »
By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson Free tax preparation is available and offered by community groups for those 60 years of age or older, non-English speaking individuals, people with disabilities or filers with incomes of $42,000 or less. To find a site nearest you call the IRS at 1-800-906-9887 or AARP at 1-888-227-7669. ... »
MOUNTAINSIDE—With tales from his Little League youth—the long-standing rivalries between Peterstown and E’port, the mandatory Italian ice breaks—Ben Candelino had them laughing in the aisles. Candelino and his younger brother Anthony, two of the legends of Elizabeth baseball, were among those honored recently by the Union County Baseball Association’s 73rd annual Hot Stove League... »
By Assemblyman John S. Wisniewski On Sept. 27, 2007, 2-year-old Breydon Edwards and 15-month-old Peyton Edwards of Russellville, Arkansas, found a motorcycle-shaped lighter in their home. While playing with what to them appeared to be a toy vehicle, they accidentally set a blaze in their apartment that tragically cost both of them their lives.... »
by Diane Norek Harrison CARTERET-This is from my own research. The Carteret Boat Club was mostly a canoeing and rowing club, known as the home of the “Rocking Chair Fleet.” It was on Front Street between Gordon and Markets streets, where the Municipal Marina is now. In 1965, Dr. Wallace J. Durst, dentist was... »
By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson EITC is for people who work, but have lower incomes, generally under $42,000 in 2008. If you qualify, it could be worth up to $4,800 this year. So you could pay less federal tax or even get a refund. That’s money you can use to make a difference... »
RAHWAY – Republican municipal chairman Patrick Cassio endorsed former Bogota mayor Steve Lonegan as his choice to be New Jersey’s next governor on Wednesday. “The only way we’re going to change the way things are in New Jersey is to elect someone who has been a small town mayor, who knows the common person... »
By Michael S. Goldberger, film critic By now you’ve been inundated with Oscar picks. It has become a full-fledged pastime, a key component of that unofficial holiday between St. Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day. No one is without an opinion. Every little kid in America knows he, too, may one day grow... »
by Diane Norek Harrison ELIZABETH-This came in a letter from Marilyn Thorne: “Dear Ms. Harrison, I’ve been enjoying reading ‘Remembering The Past’ in the Clark Patriot for some time now. Here’s a fond memory of mine of winter days when I grew up in the Elmora section of Elizabeth. “Near our street was Wyoming... »
By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson If you have access to a computer and your income last year was $56,000 or less you may be eligible to prepare and file your 2008 federal tax return electronically — for free. Free File is an easy way to file your taxes and get your refund in... »
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – The nationwide economic meltdown has led to increased demand for all types of social services. At the same time, however, federal and state funding for these services is decreasing as a result of budget cuts. County officials and about 100 representatives from non-profit organizations met last week to share strategies for... »
MILLTOWN—The United Way of Central Jersey is seeking nominations of outstanding volunteers who have shown extraordinary dedication and creativity in helping their neighbors and community to honor as Hometown Heroes. Nominations are due Friday, Feb. 27. Awardees who most exemplify the true meaning of volunteerism will be announced on April 21, at Hess Corporate... »
By Diane Norek Harrison SOUTH AMBOY-In 1942, at O’Connor’s Confectionary, which was located at 142 North Broadway had a card shop assortment for Valentine’s Day. In the 1960s, while attending St. Mary’s Grammar School, a member of each class had to make and bring in a big cardboard box decorated mostly with aluminum foil... »
By Assemblyman Joseph Vas With each New Year, we must take stock of past accomplishments and turn our sights to future challenges. There is no doubt that our economy is struggling, and if past history is an indicator for New Jersey, we will emerge stronger. New Jerseyans are all feeling the pinch. The economic... »
By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson Before you sit down to do your taxes, check out the latest changes. Recent tax changes are posted on the IRS.gov Web site; in the Form 1040 instruction booklet; or, IRS Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax Guide. Time spent reviewing the changes could result in claiming credits... »
ELIZABETH—The city council president’s sister has filed a lawsuit in federal court charging officials in the administration of Mayor J. Christian Bollwage with racial discrimination. Linda J. Perkins filed charges in 2005 complaining that Community Development Program Director Susan Ucci treated her unfairly because she is black and other municipal officials in the Bollwage... »
SOUTH AMBOY –This week, John O’Leary announced his bid to represent the 19th Legislative District in Trenton. The South Amboy mayor will challenge assemblymen Joseph Vas and John Wisniewski for the Middlesex Democratic Committee’s endorsement on March 25. But O’Leary was clear to point out that he’s not running against Vas or Wisniewski. Instead, he’s... »
NEWARK – The lasting legacy of Abraham Lincoln will highlight the annual Presidents’ Day celebration at the Newark Museum on Monday, Feb. 16. Activities from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. are highlighted by a special family workshop: Celebrate the 200th Birthday of Abraham Lincoln: A Living Legacy for You and Me. Families will explore... »
RAHWAY—Students at Madison Elementary School in Rahway are preparing for a celebration of the 100th day of the school year on Feb. 18. The 100th Day Celebration signifies that primary students have learned to recognize and count to 100. The students are working on projects ranging from posters about counting, as well as sorting... »
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