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Friday, October 29, 2010

CFO Mess: Bernice reports decision, Olddoc excoriates DCA, Maria posts correspondence, Burney notes Mayor, Council held responsible.. Councilor McWilliams posts complete info on P-PAL program featuring local filmmaker Alrick Brown..


Cellphone Fees:  "Verizon Wireless settles with FCC over 'mystery fees'" -- Local users may be owed refunds.
Sports Authority:  "Judge orders disclosure of deals made with concert, event promoters"
Teacher Evaluations:  "Christie appoints task force to revamp NJ teacher evaluations"
Turnpike Authority:  "IRS audits $1.375B in authority 'Build America' bonds"

RECENT POSTS: Bernice reports the State orders city to hire CFO within 30 days or face fines. Olddoc thinks the state position on the CFO stinks, and picks up on Storch's roads report. Maria posts response from state on her CFO inquiry. Councilor McWilliams posts info on Plainfield film producer Alrick Brown's appearance at P-PAL youth event tomorrow. Councilor Burney notes state holds Mayor and Council responsible in CFO mess.BOE member Renata Hernandez Standing In The Gap, asks to be dropped from the CLIPS lineup -- bookmark her blog now if you haven't already.

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  • Today - October 29. 6 PM. Division of Recreation Halloween Party. The annual kids Halloween party includes costume contest, prizes, snacks, candy and lots of fun. The event provides a safe and fun environment for children ages 5 - 10. Parents MUST accompany children. At Washington Community School, 427 Darrow Avenue (parking in Spooner Avenue lot). Info: (908) 753-3097.

  • Tomorrow - October 30. 7 PM. Boys & Girls Club Casino Night Benefit. Join supporters of all the Union County Boys & Girls Clubs for their first annual casino night. Entry gives you $200 in play money, casino games, food and an open bar. There will also be a 50/50 raffle, a silent auction, prizes to win and music throughout the evening. Tickets: $100/person. At Twin Brooks Country Club, Watchung. Info: Alan Kornblum at (908) 687-7976 x4, or email akornblum@bgcuc.org.
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