LOFTUS, ANNE L.

79, of Brick, passed away February 6, 2015. Born in Bayonne, she worked as an office manager for Dr. Topilow for many years, prior to retiring to Sunset Beach, N.C. She was predeceased by her husband, John “Jack” Loftus; her son, Gary Loftus; and her brother, Kenny Papp. She is survived by children Allison and …

MORRISH, CLAIRE

78, passed away on February 5, 2015. She was born and raised in Bayonne. She was a teacher at St. Paulโ€™s Grammar School in Jersey City, and later at John M. Bailey School in Bayonne, from which she retired. She was predeceased by her parents, William Morrish and Irene (nee Lanktree); and by her longtime …

INTERVIEWING A GIANT

Writers of Walter F. Robinson Schoolโ€™s newspaper had the opportunity to interview New York Giants player Steve Weatherford. Aside from being a professional athlete, Weatherford is a renowned health and fitness enthusiast. The newspaper team asked Weatherford questions about the importance of staying physically active, choosing a healthy diet, and what life is like, being …

Recreation department to offer a celebratory night with the New Jersey Devils on February 25

The Division of Recreation will offer a “Bayonne โ€“ My Town Night!” with the New Jersey Devils on February 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Prudential Center. The New Jersey Devils will honor the city as they take on the Calgary Flames. Transportation will be provided to and from the game. Tickets are $10, and …

SCHAIBLE, THOMAS

68, of Bayonne passed away on February 3, 2015. He was a teacher with the Bayonne school district for over 36 years. He was the husband of Linda (nee: Novoa) and stepfather of Rafael “Randy” Cintron, CoriAnn Cintron, and Raccys Pozo. His grandchildren include Nate, Jack, Olivia and Ethan. He was pre-deceased by his parents …

Miracle on 34th Street
None hurt as firefighters put out four-alarm blaze near Judickeโ€™s

Dozens of firefighters from five fire departments helped extinguish a four-alarm fire on West 34th Street on Monday, Feb. 16, just doors away from the landmark Judickeโ€™s bakery. The fire, believed to have begun at about 12:30 p.m., involved houses at 12 and 14 West 34th St. and the alleyway between the two structures. All …

None hurt as firefighters put out four-alarm blaze near Judickeโ€™s

Division of Recreation to offer springtime “Parent and Me” arts and crafts sessions

The Division of Recreation will offer “Parent and Me” arts and craft events for residents and their children. The curriculum is designed to develop creativity and constructive thinking amongst participants, ages 3 โ€“ 8 years. The program will run for eight weeks on Saturdays from March 7 through May 2 at Recreation Senior Center at …

SENANDE, ROBERTO

36, passed away on February 12, 2015. Born in Jersey City, he worked for Local Laborers Union 731 in New York for several years. Roberto was the son of Manuel and Carmen (nee: Quintella) Senande; and was the loving brother to Manuel “Manny” Jr. and uncle to Irene Senande. He is survived by many other …

In response to City of Bayonne Corporation Counsel John Coffey in February 11, BCN

To the Editor: Mr. Coffeyโ€™s remarks are mere cover for himself as the Assistant City Attorney (1990-2002) and Law Director (2002-2009). He would have been at the forefront on all of the transactions that occurred between the City of Bayonne and the Bayonne Board of Education during this time. For him to deny knowledge of …