By Jason Bernstein | For NJ Advance Media
on November 20, 2015 10:00 PM, updated November 20, 2015 10:29 PM
NOVEMBER 20, 2015 LAST UPDATED: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015, 8:47 AM
BY MATTHEW BIRCHENOUGH
ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR |
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
Even before Olympia Martin had a major meet title to her name, Ridgewood High School girls cross-country head coach Steve Opremcak knew she had made tremendous strides during the 2015 season.
“This year she just looks like a more experienced and powerful runner,” the coach said days after Martin finished second at the Bergen County Group B race in late October.
Nearly three weeks later, those words appear to be an understatement after the RHS junior ran her way into the record books of North Jersey’s most prestigious cross-country program.
Martin became the first Ridgewood girl since 2001 and just the fifth in program history to win a Group 4 title, claiming the crown in 18:43, ahead of Montclair’s Juliet Kohli (18:50), last Saturday at Holmdel Park.
She joined Margaret Scutro (1984), Jenna Rogers (1993), Celeste Sedo (1997) and Clair Nowakowski (2001) as the only Ridgewood runners to win an individual group title.
“She’s just been incredible this year,” Opremcak said in a phone interview Monday. “Every single day she does everything she’s supposed to do, so you know she’s giving herself the best possible chance to run to her ability because she does everything right.”
https://www.northjersey.com/sports/high-school-sports/girls-cross-country/martin-becomes-fifth-maroon-to-win-race-1.1459265
Sun, June 21, 2015 – Sun, November 22, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: West Side of NJ Transit Train Station, Ridgewood NJ
We have some new farmers this year…Come visit, taste and cook!
201-445-2600 or email [email protected] www.experienceridgewood.com
NOVEMBER 20, 2015 LAST UPDATED: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015, 7:26 AM
BY ELISA UNG
THE RECORD
Upon entering the new Fish Urban Dining Ridgewood, it’s best to look up. Gazing high provides glamour and drama: ceilings that soar, dramatic chandeliers fit for a ballroom, swaths of fabric crisscrossing tall windows, intricate molding and second-floor private dining areas with lovely views of the entire scene. All perks of dining in a venerable old bank building.
But looking at your plate can be a mixed story. Over my two meals, there was a flawless bowl of raw ahi tuna poke that could have come straight from a Hawaiian luau and a bountiful, well-seasoned crab cake. But there was also a drab-looking, bitter-tasting bowl of monkfish and a plate of limp, undercooked scallops. Fish’s food has a ways to go before it matches the scenery.
Owners James and Karen DeGilio opened Fish in July in the historic landmark First National Bank and Trust Co. building on Ridgewood Avenue that was most recently home to Bank of America. Their original Fish in Asbury Park also occupies a former bank building, and when they decided to start another restaurant, they were drawn to renovate the landmark in Karen’s native Bergen County. While they won’t say how much they spent on the renovation — James admits growing “dizzy every time I say that number” — the job was clearly extensive and meticulous. Workers salvaged marble from the teller windows, which then became part of the raw bar and the bathroom vanities.
NOVEMBER 20, 2015 LAST UPDATED: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015, 12:31 AM
BY EILEEN LA FORGIA
STAFF WRITER |
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
The Ridgewood Art Institute Annual Holiday Show and Sale features more than 150 pieces of beautiful artwork. This year there is also a Small Works Fundraising Exhibit with 80 pieces priced at $150 with all proceeds to benefit RAI. The opening reception is being held on Sunday, Nov. 22 from 1 to 4 p.m.
It’s a wonderful exhibit to visit and these one-of-a-kind paintings can prove to be a unique holiday gift as well.
“It’s one of the most exciting shows of the year” said RAI instructor Laura Paray. Oils, watercolors, pastel and drawings are on exhibit and painted by members of the Institute. Members were invited to enter two original works to be exhibited in this festive holiday setting.
New England’s beautiful scenery was a favorite for the “Barn” artists with Charles Brandenburg’s watercolor, “Gloucester Fog,” and Edward Galenkamp’s “Inner Harbor – Nantucket.”
November 21,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, David Rossi started making small lots of wine in his basement in New Jersey. In 2005, with a shelf full of national amateur winemaking awards, he founded Fulcrum Wines in the heart of California wine country. He has emerged as one of California’s most exciting Pinot Noir makers and one of its best-kept secrets. Vintage after vintage, Fulcrum’s wines are among the finest from their appellations and the accolades are too numerous to list.
This Saturday the 21st, meet David Rossi and sample several of his Pinot Noirs at The Wine Seller between 5 and 8 PM. His outstanding wines are perfectly suited to a Thanksgiving feast and are discounted 15% to 23% for this ‘can’t miss’ event.
David Will Be Here 5 to 8 On Saturday To Talk About His Wines.
Can’t Make It Saturday? Taste David’s Wines this Friday 4 & 8PM.
Cloisonne, 2014 Pinot Noir, Carneros, CA
This affordable, medium-bodied Pinot Noir displays subtle toast aromas from 15 months in French oak barrels (15% new). With enough time in the glass, this wine runs the gamut of distinctive varietal flavors, with plum evolving into ultra-ripe cranberry, black cherry and eventually turning to delicate strawberry and spice in the finish. The fruit remains cloaked in a translucent veil of toasty oak that compliments rather than overpowers the fruit.
Regularly $18.99, Special Tasting Price, $15.99
On Point, 2013 Pinot Noir Christina’s Cuvee, Anderson Valley, CA
This lushly textured Pinot Noir displays restrained nuances of mocha in the nose and palette, followed by rich flavors of dark chocolate covered cherries, cassis, earth and spice. Wispy hints of wood smoke appear in the lengthy finish.
Regularly $32.99, Special Tasting Price, $26.99
Fulcrum, 2013 Pinot Noir, Brosseau Vineyard, Chalone AVA, CA
The nose displays a little of that wild, smoky, earthy Pinot Noir funkiness that Pinotphiles adore. This is a medium to full-bodied red featuring dark, spicy berry flavors folded into a bed of stony minerals. The substantial finish reveals understated notes of earth and mocha.
Regularly $51.99, Special Tasting Price, $39.99
Fulcrum, 2013 Pinot Noir, Landy Vineyard, Russian River Valley, CA
Rich, earthy aromas are reminiscent of vanillin cookie dough and dark fruits. This is a full-bodied Pinot Noir with ripe plum, black cherry and cassis fruit flavors presented with a soft, luscious mouthfeel. When given some time to breathe some strawberry and sweet spice characteristics emerge on the eternal finish.
Regularly $51.99, Special Tasting Price, $39.99
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to taste wines with native NJ winemaker David Rossi this weekend at the Wine Seller. The special tasting prices are good through Sunday the 22nd, so stop by the Wine Seller or reply to this email to reserve your Thanksgiving wine at these prices.
the Wine Seller
6 W Ridgewood Ave
Ridgewood, New Jersey
(201) 444-3300
November 21,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, A United Flight bound for Boston with New Jersey Governor Chris Christie was on board was delayed nearly six hours and each passenger was individually searched.
United Airlines Flight 1108 was supposed to take off from San Francisco at 8:32 a.m. and everyone was on the plane, preparing for takeoff. The aircraft was on the runway when the pilot announced they were returning to the gate for “operational difficulties.” ( https://www.myfoxboston.com/story/30570940/gov-christie-reportedly-threatened-on-plane-bound-for-boston )
The plane returned to the gate and they kept everyone on board for about 45 minutes. Then passengers were taken off five at a time to be checked. Every person was individually searched and some were cotton swabbed.
Gov. Christie was on the plane, heading to an event in New Hampshire. Spokesperson Maria Comella said that a passenger was removed from the plane before takeoff at the request of United Airlines, but Gov. Christie never interacted with him.
FOX25 is reporting that a male passenger was attempting to take photos of female flight crew members and someone from Christie’s staff noticed and said something.
“I’m proud of the fact that, you know, folks on my staff observed it and let the flight crew know, so all the credit goes to them, not to me,” Christie said again FOX25.
A Christie Staffer put out a press release stating , “Governor Christie, an aide and a member of his security detail were traveling on a United flight from San Francisco to Boston this morning when a passenger was removed from the plane before takeoff at the request of United Airlines,” Chris Christie campaign spokesperson Maria Comella explained in a statement. “At no point did Governor Christie interact with this passenger nor did this passenger pose a verbal or physical threat to the Governor. Any other inquiries about this matter should be directed to United Airlines.”
November 21,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Residents are very concerned with what is going on between the Village of Ridgewood Council and the Health Barn USA, Inc.
The fact that the Habernickel property was purchased in partnership with NJ DEP Green Acres and Bergen County Open-Space funding mandates very specific rules and regulations that have been completely overlooked by the VOR. On the contrary, the VC is setting up a For Profit Corporation on the Park. This is in complete contradiction with the Green Acres rule.
The official record of the Public Hearing in Ridgewood on November 4, 2015 clearly has Tim Cronin, Director of Parks and Rec, stating that the Village will NOT be administrating the business of Health Barn.The President and CEO of Health Barn, Stacy Antine, stated that nothing will change with her website and registration methods.
Further the Health Barn Website now says that winter programs will be held at The Stable?
The following quote is from an article on NorthJersey.COM dated October 14, 2015
HealthBarn USA moving into Ridgewood house
OCTOBER 14, 2015 LAST UPDATED: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2015, 9:03 AM
BY MARK KRULISH
STAFF WRITER |
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
Antine said the site was ideal for her organization because the house has more classroom space than HealthBarn currently has. Also in the works are plans for a proper kitchen to have demonstrations and teach nutritional eating through learning to cook in that manner.
Another factor in the decision to come to Ridgewood was the nature of the horse farm and its conversion to an outdoor recreation area, which will allow Antine and her staff to install a children’s production garden. Antine said the facility is “perfectly matched” with the curriculum.
Residents say there is NO doubt that this is growing business and as good as it is, it does NOT belong on a neighborhood park.
There are many other issues that are being uncovered by a growing group of concerned neighbors that will be brought to the State and County level of government in the next few weeks. Issues with County OPEN-SPACE rules and regulations. Issues with the Park / Village Deed of Conservation.
This is NOT the place for a Year Round School / Camp that quite literally will put a strangle hold on the accessibility of the Park by citizens as well as make our community a traffic nightmare.
Worse yet Parks and Recs department has agreed to host Health Barn who is going to run a for profit business out of the The Stable assuming many if not most its patrons are not residents Ridgewood taxpayers are paying for the upkeep, the overhead and the oversight of Health Barn . Residents are failing to see the benefit to the Village of Ridgewood.
November 21,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Just when I thought I’d seen it all, the latest “Ridgewood Parks and Recreation News” arrived at my home via US Mail this week, and in it I was shocked to find notice of a upcoming program entitled: LETS STAY ACQUAINTED WITH GWENN HAUCK “Community Wide Outreach of Available Senior Services.”
The Councilwoman’s name was printed in bold caps and was highlighted in yellow. The names of no other Village Council members appear anywhere within the two (2) page newsletter, nor, for that matter, do the names of any Village of Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department employees.
“Mayor’s Office Hours For Residents”, “The Mayor’s Corner,” now “LETS STAY ACQUAINTED WITH GWENN HAUCK.” When can we expect the Deputy Mayor to announce his regular offering?
Can we just put an end to all of this self promotion, please. Next thing you know, we’ll be painting the names of Council members on municipal vehicles and hanging names off of signs to our parks just like they do in Hudson County. We’ve got to stop this ego driven madness now.
As Garden State residents prepare for winter driving conditions, they’re still likely to encounter roads and bridges in continued need of repair, having been ravaged by time, the elements, and insufficient funding. One proposal for addressing our state’s infrastructure needs involves raising the gas tax, which is currently among the lowest in the nation (14.5 cents per gallon). The most recent statewide survey of adults from Fairleigh Dickinson University’s PublicMind finds that support for raising the gas tax has increased slightly since January, but so too have doubts that any money raised would be used for its intended purpose. Politicker Staff, PolitickerNJRead more
“It takes a certain kind of stupidity to find yourself ranked dead last” Reader
New Jersey’s high property and income taxes contribute to its standing as the nation’s least attractive tax climate for businesses, according to a Washington tax policy group’s annual ranking of the 50 states. Samantha Marcus, NJ.com Read more
Rep. Scott Garrett enjoyed his recent visit to Parkway Elementary School in Paramus to discuss his job as a Congressman with the 4th grade class. As you can see by the picture, they had a lot of great questions!
Nov 19, 2015
Ridgewood NJ, Rep. Scott Garrett (NJ-05) issued the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 4038, the American Security Against Foreign Enemies (SAFE) Act.
“My top priority is the safety and security of the American people, and last week’s horrific attacks on Paris are a stark reminder that our enemies are willing to impersonate refugees and go to great lengths to commit acts of terror. Today the House voted to pause our refugee program until we can fully examine our vetting process to ensure that every refugee admitted to the United States does not pose a threat to our nation. The Syrian people seeking refuge need the continued support of the international community, and we must continue to work on a balance between helping these people and our national security. The United States is, and will continue to be, a world leader in humanitarian aid operations, and those who are suffering from unspeakable horrors at the hands of oppressors will always have our support while we work diligently to advance policies that protect our country.”
Posted By MediChick in Health Care Reform
by Lee Kurisko, MD
We were promised that the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act would “bend the cost curve down”, and yet health insurance premiums are expected to rise by as much as 60% in 2016. What should be done to solve this dilemma? A common refrain is that since the “free market” has failed, the United States needs a Single Payer healthcare system like Canada’s.
Being a Canadian physician now living in the Minnesota, I assure you that Canada’s healthcare system is not Utopia. In my former life as Medical Director of Diagnostic Imaging for Thunder Bay Regional Hospital in Canada, for a while our wait time for an elective MRI was 13 months and for CT it was seven months. I managed to convince the hospital administration to increase MRI operational hours, and we reduced the wait to 4 months becoming the envy of the province. Doctors from other regions attempted to send us their patients. We said no. We could not accommodate the extra work because we only had one scanner for a radius of about 500 miles because that was all that the government would allow. As payer for the system, it is inevitable that the government controls the system. The incentive is to control costs, not necessarily to care for patients.
The Fraser Institute monitors wait times in Canada. As of 2014, the average wait time for medically necessary specialty care is 18.2 weeks. In the province of New Brunswick, the wait time averages 37.3 weeks. In my hometown of Sault Ste. Marie, where I still own property, the average wait for a newcomer to town to get established with a family doctor is five years, unless you have insider ties to the system.
The standard response by single payer advocates is that Canada’s healthcare system is underfunded. According to the Fraser Institute, the average Canadian family is spending 12,000 dollars per year for health coverage (buried in taxes). According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Canada per capita healthcare expenses rank sixth highest amongst 192 ranked countries.
Another rejoinder of the single-payer advocates is that “outcomes” are better in Canada. For example, according to the World Health Organization, the average life expectancy in Canada is three years longer than in the US. Many factors affect life expectancy of which the health care system is only one. Racial background is very important. According to 1999 OECD data, an Asian-American male at birth can expect to live 80.9 years, a non-Hispanic white male can expect to live 74.4 years, and an African-American male has a life expectancy of 68.4 years. More homogeneously white, Canada is a less racially diverse country than the US contributing to a higher average life expectancy. According to Sally Pipes of the Pacific Research Institute, when allowing for deaths from violent crime and traffic accidents, Americans are the longest-lived people in the Western world. According to John Goodman in “Lives at Risk”, Americans fare better than any other country when looking at individual disease states such as myocardial infarction and various malignancies.
What happens in the doctor’s office or in the hospital pales in significance to the decisions that people make in their day-to-day lives. For example, Canadians are generally less obese than Americans and there is less gun-related crime. The relationship between health care systems and population outcomes is murky, and so we cannot conflate the efficacy of a health care system with average life expectancy.
Why is it that Canada’s single payer health care system is so constipated with an onslaught of patients waiting interminably for care? There are two basic reasons that are really two sides of the same coin. They are price controls and central planning.
https://www.medibid.com/blog/2015/11/why-single-payer-is-not-the-answer/
Linda Ferraro courtesy of Facebook
NOVEMBER 20, 2015 LAST UPDATED: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2015, 12:31 AM
BY GAIL KISLEVITZ
CORRESPONDENT |
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
Running can be described as the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. But in a marathon, that simple act of moving forward for 26.2 miles takes on a whole new meaning, one with lots of perseverance and discipline. Among the finishers at the New York City Marathon on Nov. 1 were two Ridgewood women, Linda Ferraro and Dominique Hamel, who will never forget their day.
The New York City Marathon is the largest marathon in the world, with 50,000 registered runners. It starts at the foot of the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in Staten Island and winds its way through all five boroughs of New York. Standing at the foot of that span on Marathon Sunday was Ferraro, running her first marathon at age 60, gripped with the usual fear and anxiety that every marathoner feels. Hamel was also nervous but for a different reason. A veteran of more than 50 marathons, all run under four hours, she was volunteering as an Achilles guide for a 73-year-old male cancer survivor who was predicting it would take nine hours to complete the course. She had never run that slowly or with a disabled runner as sick as he was. This was her third consecutive year as an Achilles guide and it would be her most challenging and rewarding.
Ferraro decided to tackle the marathon as a way of celebrating turning 60, and as a lifetime runner wanting to know what the experience was all about. “I have to admit it was on my bucket list, but way down, close to the bottom of the barrel,” laughs Ferraro, who had run a few half marathons. At the time she signed up for the marathon, Ferraro had nothing on the horizon and knew she could dedicate five months to the training. But then her two daughters got engaged and planned weddings three months apart, scheduled for June and September in 2015. Ferraro not only had to train for a marathon, she had to plan back-to-back weddings.
https://www.northjersey.com/community-news/friends-have-unique-experiences-1.1459289
It’s all about updating the fields for soccer and lacrosse. We already have three (3) 60×90 fields.
https://sitebuilder.capturepoint.com/RBSA#/page/486
Take a look at the RBSA website. There are only eight (8) Rec (Bonvarlet Senior and Junior) teams in town. Most of the Senior games this year were forfeited due to not having enough players.
As the demographic changes, the trending for the last 8+ years shows that baseball and softball particpation is way down. This past year there were only 5 travel teams that needed 60×90 fields. They usually play 2x week with one maybe two home games per week.
Those three fields are more than adequate for covering home field assignments.
So we’re left with conclusion. The Rec Comm wants to upgrade their facilities and showcase soccer and lacrosse.
The idea that they lost a field when BF was converted to a track facility is rubbish. They were desperate to get turf at the HS and play on Ridgewood Avenue and in front of the HS building. You can’t have your cake and eat it too…
