Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
To the Editor: We would like to publicly thank Judicke’s Bakery for having a caring staff that goes above and beyond for their customers. They are a rare gem in today’s fast-paced world. Recently, our daughter was married in California. In order to recognize her Bayonne roots, she decided to include Judicke’s sprinkled donuts in …
To the Editor: In the days of a so-called “give me” society, here is a little story for those disheartened by today’s self-absorbed population. Several days ago, one of Bayonne’s finest appeared at my home. I am sorry but I did not get his name. He held in his hand a vinyl envelope, which contained …
To the Editor: The Community Cancer Support Group would like to extend a sincere thank-you to everyone who came together to make our 10th toy and gift drive a success. This year was especially difficult for so many families because of the storm. Add to this stress one of your own children being diagnosed with …
To the Editor: We were honored to be invited to the second annual Holiday Social by the Horace Mann School leadership students and Ms. Kristen Delesky. The children were absolutely wonderful. They were inspirational in making the breakfast a delight. Their conversations with us to find out how we were as youngsters in Bayonne and …
To the Editor: Thank you to the City of Bayonne’s council members for their generous donations to those in need. Their kindness and generosity at this time of year is greatly appreciated. I know many families that will have a merrier Christmas this year because of their efforts. A special thank-you to Ray Greaves and …
To the Editor: The 56th Street Senior Center recently had its annual holiday party on Dec. 12. Everyone who attended had a great time. We were extremely happy to have Mayor Mark Smith, Assemblyman and Public Safety Director Jason O’Donnell, and Council members Agnes Gillespie, Terrence Ruane and Ray Greaves to join in the festivities. …
To the Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who was involved in helping during the week after Hurricane Sandy hit our community, leaving residents without power for quite a while. I must thank Fr. Vinh, Fr. Eric and Buddy of St. Vincent’s for allowing the Gary La Pelusa Association to …
To the Editor: We have all seen the sign, “If you can read this, thank a teacher.” The intended message is intense and significant. Still, if this was a topic on the agenda at the meeting on Dec. 13, the probable response from the Board of Education would no doubt be “So?” to this message. …
To the Editor: Cheers and lots of cheers for our much talented Fr. Robert Pachana in Bayonne’s Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Fr. Robert led us in a nine-day novena to our Revered Mother. The candlelight procession was heart-rending and the tears just flowed when Fr. Robert decorated our church on our big holy …
To the Editor: The Bayonne Maidenform Retirees started the season early this year with their annual holiday party, held on Dec. 5. This year it was held at the Catholic War Veterans Post 1612. The group was treated to an afternoon of great service and fabulous food. A wonderful time was had by all! So …