Photo credits Belleville Township: Belleville held a ceremony to honorarily rename a township street after a family with deep ties to the community.

Belleville has placed a “ceremonial topper” on Mitchell Street in honor of the Nicolette family, who have been part of the community’s fabric since 1910. The street is now also known as “Nicolette Way.”

The Nicolette family – which has run a local towing and auto body business for 78 years – is also known for its involvement in NASCAR. Nick Nicolette became a stock car racer in the early 1940s, painting his cars the blue and yellow colors of Belleville.

He went on to become a three-time New Jersey champion, a two-time New York champion and placed fourth out of 1,600 drivers in the NASCAR nationals. Nick relied on family members to be his pit crew.

“This street naming is long overdue and very well deserved to the Nicolette family,” said Councilman Tom Graziano. “As a lifelong resident of Belleville with my family roots spanning over 100 years through four generations, this street naming is very near and dear to my heart.  When members of our community have deep roots and years of a successful business, it is important that we recognize them and their contribution to our amazing township.”

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