Rutherford's Witmyer is key in Rock The Park

By W. L. Bill Allen Jr.
Special to the Leader


RUTHERFORD — Walking past the doors of The Fun Ghoul costume and stage makeup shop on Park Avenue in Rutherford, one would be hard-pressed to tell that, behind those innocent looking doors, lurks what may just be the next big concert production and promotions empire in northern New Jersey.

While long-time Rutherford business owner Cliff Witmyer has always been associated with the Rock Music scene, he and his production company, Cliffhanger, now seem to be ready to take the next big step in that world.

Sunday, Aug. 21, will find Witmyer and Cliffhanger running the latest WDHA-FM Rock The Park Concert at Yogi Berra Stadium on the campus of Montclair State University.

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It's official - Construction begins on McKenzie Field

It’s official — Construction begins on the $3.5 million renovation to McKenzie Field. East Rutherford Borough Officials are joined by State Sen. Paul Sarlo (right) to throw the first shovels of dirt clearing the way for contractor Joseph M. Sanzari, Inc. to the start of the project.

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By Jeff Fucci
Senior Reporter

WOOD-RIDGE — Long-time Wood-Ridge Avenue resident Edmond Krysz sits on the stairs and feels his own sense of accomplishment as he watches workmen pour a new sidewalk in front of his home.

After correspondence with Mayor Paul Sarlo, repaving and repairing Krysz’s street has become a top priority of the borough.

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Community leader Vic De Lucia will be missed by all

By Cindy Capitani
Editor-in-Chief

RUTHERFORD — S. Victor De Lucia, 69, died Friday, Aug. 12, at the Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on April 10, 1936, he lived in Rutherford and Franklin Lakes before moving to Wyckoff 10 years ago.

De Lucia leaves behind beloved family members, close friends and a lot of community roles that many say will be hard to fill.

“Vic left an indelible mark on the borough, and he will be missed,” said Rutherford Mayor Bernadette McPherson. “He was an important person in the fabric of Rutherford. He’s always been devoted to the borough and guided by the best interests of the borough.”

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