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“An Enemy of the People”

Last week, several hundred U.S. newspapers wrote editorials explaining why the media is not “the enemy of the people,” despite the dangerous claims that the president continues to make indicating as much.

We saw firsthand some of the discussions that went into several of these editorials, and heard from many other newspapers that chose not to participate in the exercise. It was not an easy decision for these editors and publishers to make, attempting to put an end to dangerous rhetoric without alienating a percentage of their readership. But a newspaper, particularly a community newspaper, serves as watchful guardian for its citizens, separating fact from fiction in a time of social media rumors and “fake news.” Many editorials explained how the president’s remarks purposefully undermine the press’s ability to provide this service and, in some cases, put journalists in danger.

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Celebrate Mass for Regina Romagnoli

Regina “Gina” Romagnoli (née Clark) of Livingston died on Thursday, August 16. She was 63. Visitation was held on Sunday, August 19, at the LaMonica Memorial Home in Livingston. A Mass of Christian Burial was offered on Monday, August 20, in St. Philomena’s Church in Livingston. Born in Orange, Mrs. Romagnoli grew up in Maplewood and moved to Livingston more than 30 years ago. She was predeceased by her father, P. Joseph Clark, and father-in-law, Frederick Romagnoli. She and is survived by her husband of 41 years, Carl; her sons, Matthew (Amanda) and Gregory (girlfriend, Taylor Zuppa); her mother, Adele Clark; her sisters, Linda Westman and Mary Hickey (David); and one granddaughter. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Helen Romagnoli, and her sister-in-law, Donna Buro (Rick). In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations may be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center or RWJ Barnabas Health Cancer Center.

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Jeff Lake Camp “Stuffs the Bus” for CHOW

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Jeff Lake Camp (JLC) on August 2 celebrated its fifth year donating nonperishable food and household supplies to the Community Hunger Outreach Warehouse (CHOW), a project of Livingston Neighbors Helping Neighbors (LNHN), as part of its Jeff Lake Gives Back program.

CHOW serves as a resource for more than 35 local families, including families with children, as well as seniors living independently, and CHOW personnel were “thrilled” to partner with JLC once again. “Jeff LakesCamp has been a long-time supporter of our pantry and has steadily increased its donation size year over year,” said Stacey Rubinstein, LNHN president and board member. “However, this year, their fifth year of participation, was one for the books, with the donation size doubling. Our driver, Nick Santinelli, had to make two round trip visits to the camp. We were speechless and, in typical Nick style, he was thrilled.”

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Winning Streak Ends, But Dodgers Clinch Title

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Despite a split in a doubleheader that ended their 12-game winning streak, the Livingston Dodgers clinched the title in the U.S. Over Thirty (USOT) Baseball league on Sunday, August 19, at Okner Field in Livingston.

The Dodgers lost the first half of a doubleheader against the Staten Island Bombers, 5-2, but roared back to win the nightcap, 9-0.

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Arun Gupta Is Eagle Scout

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Arun Gupta of Livingston Boy Scout Troop 16 was recently honored for earning the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable in Boy Scouting.

A fourth generation Scout, Gupta began his trail to Eagle Scout as a Tiger Cub Scout, then advancing to Webelos and earning the Arrow of Light award.

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O’Neill Hired as Interim Superintendent of Schools

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The Livingston Board of Education officially hired “returning” interim superintendent, James O’Neill, at its August 15 meeting. O’Neill had moved to Alabama after serving as Livingston’s interim superintendent during the 2014-15 academic year.

He will serve from August 27, 2018 through June 27, 2019, and be paid $756 per day.

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Social Media Communication Discussed at Board Meeting

There was a spirited discussion about the use of social media sites for school information, especially by Board members, at the August 15 Livingston Board of Education meeting.

The conversation revolved around the Livingston Education! Facebook site, and postings by Board president Pam Chirls.

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Firefighters Respond to Gas Main Damage

Volunteer firefighters with the Livingston Fire Department this week responded to two reports of gas service damage.

On Monday, August 20, fire officials went to 279 South Orange Avenue, where a contractor working to install a water main hit the home’s gas service line. Public Service Electric and Gas (PSE&G) also went to the scene, shutting the gas supply off and making repairs.

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Services Were Held For Stanton Katsoff, 82

Former long-time Livingston resident, Stanton (“Stan”) H. Katsoff, died on Sunday, August 19. Services were held Tuesday, August 21, at Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel in Livingston. Mr. Katsoff was born in Phiadelphia, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Camden. At the time of his death, he lived in Florham Park. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Frances Katsoff; his children, Ken (Judy) Katsoff and Karen Katsoff; and two grandsons. Memorial donations may be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, or the Cancer Center at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston.

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Helen Oken Lieberman

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July 1, 1923 – Aug. 19, 2018

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