December 6, 2005 > 2006 Newark Pride awards announced

by Paula Jones

The city of Newark is proud to announce the winners of the 2005 Newark Pride Awards. This program is designed to promote beautification efforts within the city and set an example for others to show pride in their property and city. This year, awards were given to the most improved and best maintained individual properties. A sign will be placed on the front yard (with owner's permission) of all individual winners and posted on street signs at the entrances to winning neighborhoods. Award winners and all participants will be recognized at the next Newark Days celebration. Winners for this year are:



Most Improved Home



First Place

John & Bernardita Yabut

8311 Thornton Avenue



Second Place

Alex Jr. & Cordelia Lopez

7183 Calais Pl ace



Best Maintained Home



First Place

Arthur & Sandra Vargas

7895 Hazelnut Drive



Second Place

Steve & Mary Botelho

4949 Farnham Drive



Third Place

Timothy & Sharon Miller

5426 Jonathan Drive