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Thu
15
Aug
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Proposed South Livingston Ave. Starbucks Drive-Through May Instead Become an Eatery Under New Application

A proposed drive-through Starbucks facility at 92 South Livingston Avenue has been denied, although an eatery with outdoor seating may now seek approval at the location, the Planning Board learned at its meeting on Thursday evening, August 8.

During multiple hearings over the past year, the Board had heard an application by CP Management Group II, LLC, for a minor subdivision and preliminary and final site plan with variances for the property. The site, located between Wilson Terrace and Oak Street, was previously the site of a Bank of America. The applicant had proposed to subdivide existing Lot 3 to create two new lots. The existing, nowvacant building would be expanded on one of the new lots to house a child care center, Lightbridge Academy. A Starbucks with a drive-through was proposed to be constructed on the second lot.

 

 

Wed
14
Aug

“It’s All in the Headlines:” Donations Needed Now More Than Ever, Notes Livingston Philanthropies Director

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Editor’s Note: This week, Jeff “the Coat Guy” Friedman, founder and director of Livingston Philanthropies, Inc. (LPI), here, in his own words, reflects on the plight of the homeless in New Jersey.
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By Jeff Friedman
While thinking about what to write this week, I’m reflecting on just how bad-off those living on the streets and below the poverty level are. In fact, the plight of the profoundly poor is seen daily in the headlines, whether in print, online, or on television. That’s why I decided to share some headlines I read with West Essex Tribune readers:
“New Jersey had an estimated 9,398 experiencing homelessness on any given day” – United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, 2018
“Homeless: ‘It’s very hard to live in NJ if you don’t make a certain level of money’ ” – Asbury Park Press, 2019
“Homelessness: ‘People think it can never happen to them, but it can, in the blink of an eye’ ” – The Guardian, 2017

Mon
12
Aug

LHS Alumnus Reflects: LHS Class of 1969 Reunion: Coming the Full Circle

Editor’s Note: Mitch Singer, a member of the Livingston High School Class of 1969, wrote to the Tribune to reflect on the class and its upcoming 50th year reunion. Singer, a retired public relations practitioner, currently lives in Springfield, Virginia.
By Mitch Singer
I recently attended a high school graduation party for a neighbor’s daughter, which brought back a memory of a similar party my parents held for me 50 years ago. As I observed the gathering of young people brimming with enthusiasm and excitement as they are about to enter the next stage of their life’s path, I asked myself the following question: “Was I ever that young?”
As the Livingston High School (LHS) Class of 1969 approaches its 50th reunion over Labor Day weekend, I would imagine many of my former classmates are asking the same.

Thu
08
Aug
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Continuing a Tradition

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Livingston’s annual National Night Out was held Tuesday evening, August 6, at the Oval. It featured local law enforcement interacting with children, families and residents, fostering a sense of community. From free food to hot air balloon rides, there was something fun for everyone! Jerry Siskind and MCA Photos

 

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Thu
08
Aug
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Wood Fire Extinguished

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The Livingston Fire Department was called to 354 Beaufort Avenue on Sunday, August 4, to extinguish a fire in a large pile of wood in the rear yard. The fire was extinguished without incident. In other calls, firefighters responded to three reports of natural gas odors, two of which were traced to a leaking barbecue grill and to a bleach-based cleansing solution. The Fire Department’s other ten calls this past week were false alarms or unfounded reports. Rob Munson, CJM Photos

 

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Thu
08
Aug
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Council Approves Study For Performing Arts Center

At the Monday, August 5 Township Council conference meeting, former mayor Eleonore Cohen of the LivingstonArts Council discussed bringing a performing arts center to town.

“We are a community of many things,” Cohen said. “Part of being a great town is offering everything to everybody.”

The “odyssey” of opening a performing arts center began in the ’90s, according to Cohen, and has continued through the years, with road blocks including funding and space continually stalling the project.

 

 

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Thu
08
Aug
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Livingston Schools Rank 3rd in State, 30th in Nation, According to Website

The Livingston Public School (LPS) district has been ranked third highest in the state for the 2019-20 school year by Niche.com, a company that publishes data, rankings and reviews about schools, colleges and neighborhoods.

The only two New Jersey school districts which ranked ahead of Livingston were Princeton and Millburn.

The district was ranked second in the state regarding “best teachers” and “best places to teach.” Mountain Lakes was first, and Millburn was third, in these categories. LPS also ranked sixth in the state in terms of safety.

 

 

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Thu
08
Aug
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Council Issues Proclamations To Officer Mullaney, Others

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At the start of the Monday, August 5, regular meeting of the Township Council, proclamations were given to a Livingston Police officer, a township committee, and a resident.

Officer Kevin Mullaney was honored by the Council for being named Essex County Police Officer of the Year by the Essex County Crime PreventionAssociation. Officer Mullaney works in the community policing and emergency services units within the Livingston department.

“You’re in a position that’s a longtime dream for you and it shows,” mayor Al Anthony said.

 

 

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Wed
07
Aug

Livingston Philanthropies Thanks Donors

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Jeff “The Coat Guy” Friedman, founder and director of Livingston Philanthropies, Inc. (LPI), this week expressed his thanks to the “many hundreds of Livingston residents and organizations who have donated thousands of badly needed items, and thousands of dollars toward LPI’s Vehicle Fund.”
In addition, he said, “I want to thank our current and past volunteers. It’s been eight seasons of selflessness, including this summer, with pick-ups and deliveries being handled by LPI’s stalwarts.”
Friedman also “wanted to recognize our loyal partner from the very beginning, Livingston’s West Essex Tribune, and its talented editorial staff.”

Thu
01
Aug
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LPI Director Urges Contributors To Take Advantage of Summer Sales

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“If You See Something, Buy Something:”

Livingston Philanthropies, Inc. (LPI), Livingston’s local non-profit organization, has a mission of “providing for the poor, homeless, and disenfranchised,” and LPI founder and director Jeff Friedman has urged contributors to take advantage of summer sales for the charity’s “Personal Shopping for the Homeless” initiative.

“This time of year, we are exposed to a barrage of sale ads on a daily basis,” said Friedman. “Summer close-out sales, back-to-school bargains, online special offers, two-for-one purchases, email specials, newspaper pull-out sections, and so much more. These wonderful sale opportunities exist right now both in stores and online. That’s why LPI is asking Livingston residents to join our ‘Personal Shopping for the Homeless’efforts while sale opportunities are so rampant.”

 

 

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