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Pair convicted for dump fire in Newark spill
Two Hub Recycling operators, Michael Harvan and Richard Bassi, were found guilty on multiple counts of environmental crimes for an unauthorized dump that ignited on August 7, 1989. The blaze closed a 10 lane section of Interstate 78 near Newark for four months, injuring no one but forcing about 100000 daily commuters to detour. Sentencing set for December 11. up to 20 years and heavy fines possible. defense plans appeal.
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Newark
N.J
New York City
Michael Harvan
Richard Bassi
Hub Recycling
Essex County
Harvan
Bassi