Transplant recipient paying it forward

Transplant recipient paying it forward

The dictionary says that an experienced and trusted advisor is a mentor and accordingly, resident Bob Silvera, 63, is just that for individuals contemplating a kidney transplant. A recipient himself, his road has been a medical odyssey. “It started 25 years ago with a heart issue,” he said recently. “It was a blocked artery. I […]

Rockwell resigns from council

Rockwell resigns from council

Richard Rockwell, a Democrat appointed in 2018 to fill a vacated Bloomfield council seat, resigned Nov. 19. He concluded his tenure with an email to the township clerk. “It was very simple,” he said. “Short and sweet.” Rockwell ran unsuccessfully for council in 2010, then successfully in 2019 and 2022. In 2018, he had replaced […]

Rain doesn’t stop the Ashenfelter 8K

Rain doesn’t stop the Ashenfelter 8K

  The 25th annual Ashenfelter 8K race was run Thanksgiving Day. Rain kept spectator attendance down but not so much participation. According to race director Dan Murphy, 2,997 runners signed up and 2,027 crossed the finish line. The race was won by Ryan Kutch, of New York City, in a time of 23:55.86. In 46th […]

Carteret school honors veterans

Carteret school honors veterans

  Several activities last week, after the Monday, Nov. 11, official township observance on The Green, wrapped-up Bloomfield Veterans Day activities. Carteret Elementary School held its annual Veterans Day assembly Thursday, Nov. 14. On hand were four veterans: Eduardo Bosquez, National Guard, Saudi Arabia; John Sapienza, Marines, Vietnam, Purple Heart recipient; Michael Costantino, Army, Korea […]

Broadway veteran in Gas Lamp ‘Follies’

Broadway veteran in Gas Lamp ‘Follies’

Kristy Graves, stalwart director of the Gas Lamp Players, will perform in the community theater’s upcoming production of Stephen Sondheim’s “Follies.” A veteran actress, Graves began her professional career at 10, touring nationally as Annie in the eponymous hit musical. Leaving the role at 13, she has performed on Broadway, Off-Broadway, in films, TV, sang […]

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