Kai's Potential Attorney, New Senoritas Management Top News This Week

Kai the Hitchhiker May Be Defended by High-Profile Attorney

High-profile Clifton attorney Miles Feinstein said he will make a decision by the end of this week as to whether he will represent Caleb McGillvary, aka Kai the Hitchhiker, in the murder of Clark resident Joseph Galfy. "There are some things about the case that interest me," Feinstein told Patch. "My investigator went to see him, and I'm going to see him this week." Feinstein has more than 45 years experience as a criminal defense attorney and has worked on several landmark cases. 

Adios: Senorita's Changes Management, Loses Mexican Theme

If you're heading to Senorita's for Mexican, better look somewhere else. The restaurant at Clark's Hyatt Hills Golf Course has just changed management and will now be run by Brian Costello and chef Brian Walter, partners from Fanwood's Oh Brian's Pourhouse (previously "Flannery's"). The restaurant won't be exactly like Oh Brian's, Costello says, but rather a 19th-hole sports bar with some Irish cuisine. 

Westfield Avenue Road Work Begins Soon, Summer Rec Moves to Kumpf

Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso warned residents about major upcoming road work beginning soon at council's last meeting. Westfield Avenue in Clark will receive a new water main followed by roadway milling and paving. Clark Police Chief Alan Scherb says the town hopes to keep the road somewhat open as the work begins, but big signs at either end of Westfield Avenue warn that the road could be closed beginning in early July.

Garwood Won't Fight Westfield Townhome Development

Garwood will not try to thwart the construction of a 16-unit townhome development planned for the Westfield side of Myrtle Avenue, though several residents on the border are concerned about the project's impact on drainage and flooding in the area. At Tuesday's meeting, after a 30-minute executive session, Borough Attorney Joseph Renaud announced that the council, on his advisement, will bow out from the fight. 

Clark's Fireworks Display Set for Fourth of July

The annual Clark fireworks display to celebrate the Fourth of July will go off with a bang on July 4 at 9 p.m. at Arthur L. Johnson High School. There will be some food vendors on hand and a DJ starting around 7:30 p.m., according to Clark Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo.

As Temps Rise, Clark Pool Becomes Cooler than Ever

Hot out there? Clark Recreation Director Ralph Bernardo tells Patch the Clark Community Pool has had a record number of members and guests in attendance last weekend. Check out our photos of fun at the pool. 

Like Cicadas, Class of 2013 Ready to Spread Wings, ALJ Valedictorian Says

On a beautiful June night, the class of 2013, family and friends and Arthur L. Johnson High staff gathered to celebrate graduation. Check out our video highlights of the speeches given by the valedictorian, salutatorian and ALJ faculty and staff.