WESTWOOD, N.J. – Irish Eyes Imports, Ltd., the upscale Irish boutique that retails fine Irish accessories and clothing in downtown Westwood, will be hosting representatives from four of the finest jewelry artists this fall. Representatives will showcase the wide ranges of quality jewelry they each offer. The trunk shows will be open from noon to 4pm on Saturdays, October 16th and 23rd and November 13th and 27th. A $100 gift card will be awarded at each event (no purchase necessary).
October 16th: Shanore offers exquisitely carved gold and silver jewelry produced in the heart of Dublin.
October 23rd: Solvar offers the largest range of Celtic and Irish jewelry in gold and silver.
November 13th: The TJH collection of gold and silver jewelry has been inspired for more than 50 years by the art and skill of the Celtic forefathers.
November 27th: The Facet Collection of fine jewelry is inspired by the Celts’ love of color and design. Each piece is handmade in Dun Laoghaire, a tradition for more than 25 years.
“We have found that the fine jewellers we will showcase have worked very hard to appeal to those with a strong heritage and those looking for quality jewelry”, states Tara and Gene Callaghan, owners.
Irish Eyes looks forward to seeing you at one of the upcoming trunk shows.
Irish Eyes is also excited to announce the launch and there new and improved website – www.celticpride.com. Through this new website you can purchase a large variety of items that can be shipped directly to you or picked up at the Westwood location. “ We hope to reach a much broader clientele with our new website. We wanted to update the existing website to make it as customer friendly as possible.”
Irish Eyes Imports is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Thursdays, the store is open until 8 p.m. Irish Eyes Imports is located at 162 Westwood Avenue in Westwood. For more information, call 201.445.8585.
The Jersey Shore Tea Party along with Ocean County Citizens For Freedom, the Colts Neck Tea Party and several individuals have filed a 15 count lawsuit in NJ Federal Court against members of the Obama Administration over the sweeping health care legislation signed into law in March. (Isherwood, PolitickerNJ) https://www.politickernj.com/tea-party-sues-over-health-care
>State probe chastises NJSIAA for reckless spending
The finances of the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association are again under attack. The State Commission of Investigation will release a report today blasting the organization that governs New Jersey high school sports for reckless spending, according to The Star-Ledger. (McGarry, Press of Atlantic City)
>Reader says CCR will back Wellinghorst and Train will bow out
I’m sorry to tell you Mr. Train that regardless the amount of information and passion you’ve demonstrated on your opinions here and elsewhere the CRR will announce that after “much thoughtful consideration” they have backed Mr. Wellinghorst. I’m sure it will happen in about two or three weeks.
Then someone you’ve met in the last month will tap you on the shoulder and suggest that if you believe in the issues you support it would be much better for you to bow out.
So I guess that leaves the question: why not just save your time? Just throw your support to Mr. Wellinghorst today and get it over with.
>Ridgewood Times Reports : Village Council to adopt an ordinance for management salary increases
Todays Ridgewood Times has article about the Village Council meeting to adopt an ordinance for management salary increases. Are you kidding me? I just got my new tax bill and almost fainted. You think they’d consider taking a pay freeze considering everything going on. These people are unreal. I totally believe those other towns that have accused this group of improperly using water fees to pay for other town business. They probably needed the rate increase to cover all their management salary increases. Unbelievable!
>My name is Steve Wellinghorst and I’m running for Ridgewood Council in November. I am writing to the Ridgewood Blog to introduce myself, set forth some of my positions and address inaccuracies recently posted. A little about myself.
I am a lawyer.I realize that due to past local experiences lawyers are viewed with certain skepticism in town. Understood and seemingly warranted. However, neither my veracity nor my character are shaped by my chosen profession or my colleagues. I make my own decisions based upon experience, common sense and also benefit from good counsel of my wife. Those that know me will understand my discomfort in extolling my virtues to convince my neighbors to vote for me, however I placed myself into this race and therefore I have an obligation to get my message to the electorate. I am a former prosecutor and municipal court judge. As such, I was vetted and deemed qualified for those public trust positions.
Those that know me understand that if I say I am going to do something I do it. No waffling or “bait and switch”. However talk is cheap, especially in these times. When you see me engage me in conversation, look me in the eye and draw your own conclusion. I try to live my life with common sense and lead by example.
As some of you may know, it was reported last week that my wife Liz, lists Valley Hospital as a client on her website. Liz is a freelance Public Relations consultant. The listing has been on her website since she last freelanced for Valley four years ago in 2006. She wrote four articles for the in-house newsmagazine. She is proud of her work product. Those articles were pre-expansion plans. She has had no further contact with Valley since then, and for clarity, I have never represented Valley.
When the election takes place on November 2nd, I believe I have the obligation of making sure each voter has a full understanding of my positions and what my agenda will be if I am privileged to be selected to represent them. Therefore I would like to share with you some of my concerns and ideas.
Valley Expansion:
I have been reviewing the three years of meetings and filings for the Valley “renewal”. While I’m not quite an expert yet (although I was the Planning Board Attorney for West Paterson and I did serve on the Zoning Board of Adjustment here in town), I do believe that I have read enough to conclude that the project should be called a “major expansion” as opposed to a “renewal”. When Giants Stadium was torn down for a new one, it wasn’t called a “renewal”. I am concerned that the project will potentially affect the residential character of the neighborhood, which will, in turn, affect the entire town. Don’t get me wrong, I am a big fan of the hospital as currently constituted. My children were born there. However this Village has a long history of protecting its residential character – and its residents.
Preserving Graydon:
Next, I can unequivocally state that I am a firm and committed supporter of preserving Graydon. Graydon is a treasure. If elected I will fight to preserve it’s charm. We can and will improve it, but not at the expense of losing it’s identity. This past summer proved Graydon is not only recreationally and aesthetically viable, but economically as well. It must be preserved.
Downtown:
As a former downtown business owner (my firm was at the corner of Broad and Franklin from 2006-2010), I am aware of the parking problems. We need to increase available downtown parking and make downtown more attractive to the business owners and shoppers. I am an ardent supporter of business and understand what it’s like to run a small business – I do it every day.
Also of great concern is the crosswalk situation. Too many incidents.As a judge, I was particularly interested in this issue.It doesn’t only effect downtown either. I was my daughters to school every day and we have to cross East Glen. Drivers disregard the signs. Police need a regular presence and the fines need to be taken seriously. Imposition of maximum fines and penalties will get the word out.
Property Taxes/BOE:
The taxes we pay to live in this town are out of control. Simply put, wepay too much. The largest municipal expense is by far education. If we can’t educate our children with $89,000,000 a year, perhaps we should encourage the electorate to let someone else try. We all know that health care is a major driving factor in the budget. I pay for my own family health care insurance which just went up 37%. I know many of you share my frustrations because you’ve related similar stories to me and the results of last years’ BOE budget rejection confirms it.
These are serious, tough issues that affect us all. I know not all of you will agree with everything I suggest. I never had any intention of seeking public office, but the time for complaining has evolved into a need for serving. I would be humbled to serve you all.
>Economy, jobs are key issues in NJ’s closest congressional race
WASHINGTON — Unemployment in New Jersey’s 3rd District stands at nearly 10 percent, but the candidates in that race – the closest congressional contest in the state – seem to be paying less attention to the issue than the voters. (Chebium and Theobald, Asbury Park Press)
>Christie poised to unveil education reforms today
TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie is scheduled to announce a series of proposed educational reforms today at a town hall meeting in Old Bridge. (Method, Daily Record)
TRENTON — An Assembly committee Monday advanced four bills designed to chip away at property taxes, including a proposal sought by Gov. Chris Christie that could expand the use of a potentially powerful state Council on Local Mandates. (Symons, Daily Record)
>SKATEBOARD – Best Trick Contest ! October 9, 2010
Ridgewood Recreation Program Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Announces, “The Best Trick Contest,” at Ridgewood’s Skate Park On Saturday, October 9th Ridgewood Parks and Recreation is sponsoring, “The Best Trick Contest,” at the Ridgewood Skate Park. This event is open to all skateboarders who have pre-registered. The rain date is October 10th. The event hosted by Ketan Malhotra will begin at 11:00 a.m. The contest schedule is as follows: Beginner Level 11:00-11:30 Intermediate Level 11:30-12:00 Advanced Level 12:15-12:45 Prizes will be awarded to top contestants. The cost to enter the contest is $20. All entrees must be received by September 22. Stenciled tee shirts are included in the price of registration and must be noted in the registration application in sizes: Child Medium, Child Large, Adult Medium or Adult Large. Registration is in person or by mail at the Stable, 259 N. Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ. For more information or assistance, please contact the Recreation Office at 201-670-5560. (photo by ArtChick.biz)
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FULL CLOSURE of Goffle Road between Wyckoff Ave and Rock Road. The closure will start Monday, September 27th at 6:30am and will continue until Thursday, September 30th at 6:30pm.
This is a an update for the planned FULL CLOSURE of Goffle Road between Wyckoff Ave and Rock Road. The closure will start Monday, September 27th at 6:30am and will continue until Thursday, September 30th at 6:30pm. Once closed, both northbound and southbound traffic will be detoured. The southbound detour will remain the same as it is right now (Wyckoff Ave to Layfette Ave, to Ravine Ave – all in Wyckoff). The northbound detour will start at Rock Road and will continue to Lincoln Ave to Godwin Ave to Goffle Road.
Limited through access on Goffle will be allowed for both the school buses and NJ Transit buses. (During this time, the work will be stopped and the crane will be lowered so the outriggers can be brought in).
Local traffic for residents and businesses on Goffle will be allowed, but through traffic will not be possible.
>Village Council Elections: Thanks to all who attended this Saturday’s meeting at The Stable
Ridgewood Meet the Councilors
Thanks to all who attended this Saturday’s meeting at The Stable. It was a great opportunity to meet the current council members and discuss the current issues with them.
I did not see anyone with Anonymous on their nametags, but I suspect I know who a few of you are now.
>DEMOCRAT BURT ROSS WHO SYMBOLIZES HONEST GOVERNMENT ENDORSES KATHE DONOVAN
Former Mayor who ignored mob death threats and rejected $500,000 bribe denounces McNerney, Democrat corruption
Burt Ross, the one-time Democrat Mayor of Fort Lee, New Jersey who drew national attention and fame when he ignored death threats from organized crime figures, rejected their $500,000 bribe and played a key role aiding the FBI in their apprehension and conviction has endorsed Republican Kathe Donovan for Bergen County Executive.
In his endorsement statement Ross said, “The choice is simple-do we want an honest, independent, and intelligent leader who has served all of us for decades without a blemish on her record or do we want to reelect a person who has helped the Democratic Party Machine feed itself at the expense of the people? Do we want somebody who will serve us or somebody who will keep the patronage flowing at our expense. It’s as simple a choice as that.”
A full copy of Ross’s statement follows.
Donovan said that she was overwhelmed by Ross’s endorsement. “I was in awe of Burt Ross’ incredible courage and dedication to the principles of good, honest government then and remain so today. He is the standard by which all public officials should be measured. I am truly humbled by his support.”
Donovan has also been endorsed by the Bergen County Police Chiefs’ Association, Bergen Grassroots the good government activist organization, The New Jersey Laborers International Union and the Sierra Club.
Burt Ross Endorsement of Kathe Donovan for County Executive
As a life-long Democrat who has held both elected and appointed office in this State, I have never endorsed a Republican for public office until now, but the culture of pay to play in our county government is so pervasive, the stench of corruption so overpowering, that my decision is easy – I am wholeheartedly endorsing Kathe Donovan for Bergen County Executive.
The choice is simple – do we want an honest, independent, and intelligent leader who has served all of us for decades without a blemish on her record or do we want to reelect a person who has helped the Democratic Party Machine feed itself at the expense of the people? Do we want somebody who will serve us or somebody who will keep the patronage flowing at our expense? It’s as simple a choice as that.
Kathe Donovan is a Republican and I continue to believe the Democrat Party best represents the needs of all citizens. Kathe and I do not agree on every issue. But on the critical issue of intellectual and practical honesty we are in total agreement. Kathe Donovan is a public servant who has earned the public’s trust and support.
We in Bergen County are well educated and well informed. We do not want nor do we deserve the kind of political machine for which Jersey City was known in the 1930’s and 1940’s. We want our elected officials to represent us, not themselves and their cronies.
I have watched with pain the County Democratic Party which used to represent our highest ideals gradually become a Tammany Hall like machine more interested in taking care of its own than the public at large. I will continue to be a Democrat and I truly believe that most elected officials regardless of party affiliation try their best for the public good, but a relatively small group of individuals has taken control of the County Democratic Party these past several years and the public has suffered the consequences.
I personally regret having remained silent for so long, but the indictments and convictions of key Democrats who controlled the County government and the corruption emanating from the Bergen County Improvement Authority whose key players were appointed by the incumbent are impossible to ignore. Enough is enough. I am voting for Kathe Donovan
TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie wants to cut 1,300 workers from New Jersey state departments this year. But an analysis released this week by the chairman of Columbia University’s political science department suggests there’s far more fat to trim from all corners of state government.
Using a statistical model, the study said New Jersey’s state work force is bloated by at least 12 percent — or 19,000 workers — for a state with its characteristics, third-highest in the nation. It said the state has about $497 million in excess payroll.
“While (Christie’s) proposal has stirred up strong, organized opposition, our results suggest that if anything it is quite modest,” according to the study, which concludes New Jersey “stands out as the strongest candidate” among high-population states for pay cuts and layoffs.
