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Along with top unsigned act, Bayonne native will play alongside New Jersey rock legend Bon Jovi and more at the 2012 Bamboozle Music Festival

Following three regional tour dates, Audio Insight lead singer/guitarist and Bayonne native Anthony Celi returned to his roots on Friday, April 6th, to play alongside fellow Hudson County rockers Artic Flame (Pure Steel Records) at McFaddenn’s Pub, 17 East 21 St, Bayonne, N.J.

The Garden State music festival, celebrating its 10th anniversary, also features headliners Blink 182 and Foo Fighters and will be the band’s second appearance in as many years

 (Bayonne, N.J.)— Mike Deverin (bass), Dan Sullivan (drums and percussion) and Bayonne native Anthony Celi (lead guitar and vocals) are Audio Insight.

 Considered among the top unsigned acts in the tri-state area, though the rock trio credits Woodbridge as the Audio Insight’s birthplace, Celi always credits Bayonne as his hometown.

 “I lived in Bayonne from the time I was a toddler until about fifth grade,” Celi recalls. “I grew up moving all over that town; the overwhelming majority of my family still there. It’s just one of those towns where everybody knows your name.”

 Though Celi moved to Woodbridge before his middle school years, he’s always returned to his roots to spend time with family. In between semesters at Montclair State University, where Celi is a sophomore, last summer Audio Insight’s leader singer and guitarist spent his weekdays back Bayonne working at IMTT. Continue reading Along with top unsigned act, Bayonne native will play alongside New Jersey rock legend Bon Jovi and more at the 2012 Bamboozle Music Festival →

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Hudson County Alliance of Teen Artists Celebrate Top Honor Students on Tuesday May 22nd

The Hudson County Alliance of Teen Arts Committee will celebrate the Top Honors Students from both the Performing Arts Festivals and the Student Art Expo 2012 on Tuesday, May 22nd in the William J. Brennan Courthouse, 583 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306  from 5:00  to 7:30 p.m. at a reception hosted by the Hudson County Division of Cultural Affairs, William LaRosa Administrator

You are cordially invited to attend the event, representing the Hudson County high schools, with a brief awards ceremony beginning at 6:30 p.m.  Joan Hajducsek Rosen and George Haviland, Co-coordinators of Hudson County Alliance of Teen Arts and the entire committee urge county, city and school officials, as well as Hudson County talented high school students, their parents and teachers to attend.

Our Community

Mother of SIDS Infant Donates 27 Books to the Bonetti Children’s Room at Main Library

SURROUNDED BY LOVE – Dignora Aquino sits at one of the tables in the Bonetti Children’s Room at the Main Library, surrounded by the 27 books she has donated to the Children’s Room in loving memory of her son, Mathew Angelo Scarpa, who dies of  SIDS on January 3, 2012, at the age of three months and four days.

Mathew Angelo Scarpa

JERSEY CITY, NJ   May 16, 2012 – “In lieu of flowers and mass cards, Matthew’s family asks that you donate your favorite children’s book in Matthew’s memory to the Jersey City Free Public Library.”

It was a small gesture, lovingly placed in the obituary of their son, Matthew Angelo Scarpa, when he suddenly died on January 3, 2012. Born on September 29, 2011, and only three months, four days old when he passed, this infant made a difference in his parents’ lives, who have now shared that sunshine with others.

            Dignora Aquino and Sgt. Michael J. Scarpa of the Jersey City Police Department are also the parents of four children – WilliamGaius Christopher, Raffaele Charles, Marissa Vera, and Gianna Rose – whose fifth child, Matthew, was known for his radiant smile. Continue reading Mother of SIDS Infant Donates 27 Books to the Bonetti Children’s Room at Main Library →

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Hudson County Community College to Hold 34th Commencement Exercises on May 23

More than 900 students will be awarded Associate degrees at the ceremonies at New Jersey Performing Arts Center                                                                             

                                                                                                                       

 

         Hudson County Community College (HCCC) President Dr. Glen Gabert and members of the  College’s faculty and staff; HCCC Board of Trustees members including James Fife and               Karen Fahrenholz; Hudson County Executive Thomas A. DeGise; Commencement Keynote   Speaker Dr. Walter G. Bumphus, President and CEO of the American Association of the  American Association of Community Colleges; HCCC 2012 Heritage Award Recipient Paul Silverman, Principal of ILVERMAN; Commencement Invocation Leader Reverend Robert  Reiser, S.J., President of St. Peter’s Preparatory School; and the more than 900 graduates of   the HCCC Class of 2012 and their Valedictorian, Union City resident Rogelio “Roger” Sales.

        The 34th Commencement Exercises of Hudson County Community College.

   Prudential Hall at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ.

    Wednesday evening, May 23, 2012 beginning at 6 p.m.

Cover Story

MOBSTER TALES-Jon D’Amore Who Grew Up in Secaucus, Pens Page Turner on Jersey Wiseguys and The Casino Caper

By Sally Deering

If you grew up in New Jersey it’s likely you knew somebody who had a friend whose second cousin had a brother-in-law whose uncle was connected to “the Mob.” Born in Jersey City and raised in Union City and then Secaucus, Jon D’Amore had family members who were “connected”. An accomplished musician and songwriter, D’Amore kept mental notes of a Las Vegas casino caper that went down back in the day and tells the fascinating and sometimes nail-biting story in his new book, “The Boss Always Sits in the Back.” Here’s an excerpt:

“This is my story, based on actual events, of living on the fringe of what some people call ‘the Mafia.’ You see, several members of my immediate family were connected. Connected simply means that through blood, honor or business…you have a direct connection to the Cosa Nostra, the Mafia, Our Thing, La Famiglia, the Mob. Continue reading MOBSTER TALES-Jon D’Amore Who Grew Up in Secaucus, Pens Page Turner on Jersey Wiseguys and The Casino Caper →

General, Sports Limited

Stats for College Little League, Jersey City for past Week

College Little League is in Greenville  and games are played at Country Village,the league is the most diverse league in the city and covers boys and girls(softball)range from 6 to 16

CAGUITLA LEADS IPC MINOR BOYS OVER DUBLIN justin Caguitla pitched a no hitter and then was relieved by Justin Nguyen who came on for the save also had 1 hit and 1 rbi. Stephen Olszewski and Christopher Warren both had 2 hits and 2 rbi’s each for IPC.

EVERETT LEADS IPC OVER GREENVILLE  Mark Everett pitched a 1 hitter and struck out 12 while going the distance in a victory over Greenville 5-0.Everett also had 1 hit and 1 rbi. Also leading the way for IPC were with 1 hit Justin Nygun,Stephen Olszewski,Christopher Warren, and Justin Caguitta. Mike Torillo,Melvin Saladua and Jacob Ladignon chipped in with 1 RBI each. IPC is 2-0.College LL cover Society Hill,Country Village,Port Liberte, and Greenville.

EVERETT 2 RUN BLASTS PUTS IPC AT 3-0 Mark Everett went 2 for 2 with a 2 run homerun,and double and 3 RBI’s. Justin Caguitla went 3 for 3 with 2 RBI’s. Chris Warren came on in relief to earn the win for IPC who is 3-0.IPC was trailing in the bottom of the fourt when they exploded for a 5 run rally started by Brandan Warren.

DEAD SERIOUS MAJOR BOYS OPENS WITH VICTORY OVER IPC Justin Davis led the team with 10 strikeouts, while faraj Deodat went 3 for 4,and Brandon Crawford stroked a triple and 2 RBI’s for a 6-3 victory.

DEAD SERIOUS MAJOR BOYS  GET 2ND VICTORY  Tyler O’Connor pitched Dead Serious Major boys to their 2nd victory and also had a homerun.Maurice Acuna, and Julian Alicia made numerous defensive gems to preserve the victory for Dead Serious

Source: Joe Olszewski

 

General

9th Annual Riker Danzig Newport 10,000 Race10K road race along the Hudson River waterfront in Jersey City’s Newport community

Sat., May 12, 2012 –7:00 a.m. Registration-8:30 a.m. Station

 

Newport Town Square

100 Town Square Place

Jersey City, NJ 07310

Known as the fastest course in the tri-state area, the Newport 10,000 is a 10K road race along the Hudson River waterfront in Jersey City’s Newport community.

** Proceeds will be donated to the Jersey City Medical Center, the area’s newest regional referral teaching hospital, providing the highest level of care for women and infants, and trauma and heart patients.**

More than 1,200 recreational and elite runners competing at the highest level for $14,400 in prize money

o Pre-registration numbers have already surpassed 2011 participation!

  • · A USA Track & Field-certified course that interweaves with the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and features a backdrop of Manhattan’s skyline from Battery Park City to Midtown

o Great views from the course of NYC’s rising 1 World Trade

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Bayonne Named Tree City USA For 18th Year

Bayonne Mayor Mark A. Smith announced that the Arbor Day Foundation has named the City of Bayonne a Tree City USA for the eighteenth consecutive year.

Tree City USA municipalities must have a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive urban forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance.

Mayor Smith said, “I would like to thank the Arbor Day Foundation for recognizing Bayonne’s continuing commitment to trees. Planting trees is good for the environment. Trees also increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas, and beautify residential neighborhoods.”

John Rosenow, President of the Arbor Day Foundation, said, “We all benefit when communities like Bayonne place a high priority on planting and caring for trees, one of our nation’s most beautiful resources.” He continued, “Trees shade our homes and add beauty to our neighborhoods, and they also provide many environmental, economic, and social benefits. We applaud Bayonne’s elected officials, volunteers, and citizens for providing vital care for its urban forest.”

Mayor Smith urges all residents to plant trees and help support the tree program of Bayonne’s Forestry Division. For information on the municipal tree program, please contact Danielle at 201-858-6070.

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Dining, General

Ribbon Cutting of the new VB3 Restaurant in Jersey City

On May 2nd the newest restaurant to open onthe Jersey City watefront was VB3- Restaurant, Pizzeria & Bar – 201.420.4VB3 – 475 Washington Blvd.

Serving Italian food where  you will find a fresh, modern approach to classic Italian family recipes.  Chef Michael Colletti incorporates seasonal ingredients from local purveyors into signature small plates that evoke a sense of nostalgia, but will delight and surprise with his contemporary style.

Gary Leff, VB3 Owner

  John McCormick, Mayor of Woodbridge

Joe Russo, VB3 Owner/GM

Ricky Leff, VB3 Owner,

Chef Michael Colletti VB3 Owner,

Joe Russo   VB3 Owner/Manager

Mayor Healy, Jersey City, Jersey City Councilman Bill Gaughan,  Brad Klatt, Roseland Properties ,, Peter Mangin, Real Estate Developer

 

Cover Story

Back to the Future-Exploring Family Lineage and Filling in the Blanks

by Sally Deering

 “Who am I?” It’s a question people have pondered since the dawn of time. And these days, it’s not enough to know how you fit in with your immediate family; people are now turning to websites like Ancestry.com to dig up the roots of their family’s tree. This trend is so popular, hit TV shows like “Finding your Roots” on PBS and “Who Do You Think You Are?” on NBC are attracting high ratings from viewers tuning in to watch stars like Samuel L. Jackson, Kevin Bacon, Edie Falco, Rob Lowe and Rosie O’Donnell discover the secrets of their family’s past.

 In November 2010, the New Jersey Room of the Jersey City Free Public Library and its staff were featured in one of the episodes of NBC’s “Who Do You Think You Are?” when O’Donnell came to the New Jersey Room to do genealogy search into her Irish background.  The show took O’Donnell on a journey that included a trip to Ireland, where she visited a workhouse where one of her relatives had lived. Both “Finding your Roots” and “Who Do You Think You Are” are filled with touching moments like these, and for viewers, the shows have helped a renewed interest in the past so that we might learn more about ourselves. Continue reading Back to the Future-Exploring Family Lineage and Filling in the Blanks →