MONTVILLE — The Morris County Democrat Committee held a fundraiser at the Montville Community Park on Saturday, August 12. Over 200 were in attendance to listen to Congresswoman Candidate Mikie Sherrill, Passaic County Freeholder John Bartlett, Woodland Park Mayor Keith Kazmark and Mitch Colbert. Scott Salmon (District 7 Congressman Candidate) and Peter Jacob, running against Leonard Lance also joined to listen to special guest Speaker Emeritus and Lt. Governor candidate, Sheila Oliver.
Woodland Park Mayor Keith Kazmark, Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Candidates Janice McCarthy and Emily Peterson with Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayoral Candidate Michael Soriano
Parsippany Mayoral Candidate Michael Soriano, and Council Candidates Emily Peterson and Janice McCarthy were also in attendance.
It was a afternoon of fun, politics and delicious food.
Michael Soriano and Mikie SherrillAl Anthony and Sheila Oliver
PARSIPPANY — Ryan T. Byrne, a 2013 Graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, recently graduated from Hofstra University in May 2017, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics.
Hofstra University is a nationally ranked private university just 25 miles from New York City and all its cultural, recreational and professional opportunities.
They offer small classes and personal attention with the resources, technology, and facilities of a large university. Students can chose from undergraduate and graduate offerings in liberal arts and sciences, business, engineering and applied science, communication, education, health sciences and human services, honors studies, the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies, and the Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine.
Named to the 2015 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, and the only school to ever host three consecutive presidential debates, Hofstra University is a dynamic community of more than 11,000 students known for civic engagement and public service.
SUCCASUNNA — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Roxbury Township Police Chief Marc Palanchi announce that Elise Conroy, 26, Succasunna, has been charged with the Attempted Murder of her grandmother, L.E., 84, also of Succasunna.
During the early morning hours of Saturday, August 12, Conroy was charged by Warrant-Complaint with the first-degree crime of Attempted Murder related to an ongoing investigation into her attempt to poison her grandmother with use of liquid anti-freeze.
The charges were authorized by Municipal Court Judge Ira Cohen on August 12. Thereafter, Conroy was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility pending future court proceedings.
It is alleged that in late July, Conroy purchased liquid anti-freeze from a local store with the purpose of poisoning her grandmother, whom she resided with in Succasunna. Thereafter, it is alleged that Conroy poured the anti-freeze into juice and gave the juice to her grandmother.
Members of the Roxbury Township Police Department, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office – Criminal Investigation Section have contributed to this investigation.
Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to contact the Roxbury Township Police Department at (973) 448-2100 or the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit at (973) 285-6200.
Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department PBA #131 is hosting a “Fight Against Childhood Cancer” boxing fundraiser at the Parsippany Police Athletic League building, 33 Baldwin Road on September 1, starting at 7:00 p.m.
Sean Ries
Sean Reis is a 10 year-old Parsippany boy battling a rare form of brain cancer.
On February 6, 2012, at just four years old, Sean was diagnosed with a large dysembryoplastic neuroepithelial tumor (DNET) in the left side of his brain, and underwent his first of multiple surgeries the next day. Since then, Sean’s tumor has been in remission for several years, however his family recently learned that the battle is not yet over.
All proceeds will go to the Team Sean foundation and donations are tax deductible.
The event is a fundraiser to help support Sean in his battle against brain cancer. In May, Sean underwent his fourth brain surgery to remove the new tumor the was discovered in February, and since recovering from that, has spent his summer undergoing daily radiation treatment.
Brenda Reis, Sean’s mother said “We are so grateful for the support we have received from our amazing “little” town of Parsippany, and are looking forward to this upcoming event. Officer Dan Cicala is leading this event.”
Sean is currently receiving daily radiation treatments, but his appointments are typically in the early afternoon so we are usually available in the mornings or late afternoon/evenings.
Team Sean is seeking support. Click here to sponsor this event.
General Admission tickets are $20.00 each and Ringside tickets are $35.00 each. To purchase tickets or to get more information please contact dcicala@parpolice.com.
VLOG 22 was produced by the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department.
RANDOLPH — Please consider opening your heart and home – you can make a difference and help save lives.
Furever Home Dog Rescue (FHDR) is dedicated to saving adoptable puppies and dogs from being euthanized due to lack of space in the shelter system. FHDR is an all volunteer organization with foster families throughout New Jersey.
FHDR does not have a kennel facility. All of the pups rescued are placed in foster homes with children and pets where they can be cared for and FHDR can get a sense of the dogs’ personalities and needs. The pups are vetted & remain in foster homes until they can place in with their furever home families!
Fostering is a rewarding experience. Please consider opening your home to foster a puppy or dog.
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Celebrate fall harvest and Craftsman Farms’ agricultural past at the 11th Annual Fall Family Day. This traditional fall festival is the museum’s biggest family program of the year and will be held on Saturday, September 16 from 12:00 Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Fall Family Day features seasonal fun with hayrides around the grounds of Craftsman Farms, and pumpkin painting. Indoor and outdoor scavenger hunts encourage children to explore the landscape that was once the Stickley family’s home and farm. Craft activities and handicraft demonstrations exercise young minds and hands. Bring the whole family and arrive early for a picnic on the grounds.
Inside Stickley’s Log House, tours will be suspended for the day and families are invited to stroll through the museum Open House at their own pace.
Event begins at 12:00 Noon and ends at 4:00 p.m. Admission prices cover all activities. Site is the former estate of Gustav Stickley, now a National Historic Landmark and operated as a museum, just off Route 10 West.
Mark your calendar now for this fun-filled and memory-making afternoon of family fun at Craftsman Farms! $5.00 Member Children and $7.00 Non Member Children; $7.00 Adults or Free to Adults accompanying children.
For more information, call (973) 540-0311 or click here.
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — While responding to an unrelated call, Patrol Officer Denis DeMuro observed a motor vehicle crash near 1470 Route 46 West at 8:37 p.m. on Monday, August 7.
He immediately responded to the scene and spoke with the involved parties. After a brief investigation it was determined that a 2001 Infiniti I30, driven by Edward Bergman, 50, Parsippany, crashed into the rear of a 2007 Subaru Forester.
An ambulance was requested due to Mr. Bergman reporting a head injury from the crash. Upon arrival of Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad, his reported injuries were evaluated.
Officers further advised him that he was under arrest for driving while intoxicated and was then transported to Saint Clares Hospital for treatment.
The driver of the Subaru did not report any injuries at the time of the crash.
Mr. Bergman was subsequently charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, and Following Too Closely.
He was released on his own recognizance pending his court date.
Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce (R-26) was appointed Republican Assistant Leader by Jon Bramnick, the Assembly Republican Leader. Assemblywoman DeCroce has served in the Assembly since 2012.
“I appreciate the Leader’s faith in me for this leadership position”, said DeCroce. “I will continue to work hard for the Republican Party”.
Currently, Assemblywoman DeCroce serves on the Commerce and Economic Development, Transportation & Independent Authorities, Health & Senior Services, Joint Committee on Public Schools, the Intergovernmental Relations Commission and the Pre-Trial Services Review Commission.
Assemblywoman DeCroce previously served on the Education, Higher Education and Women & Children assembly committees.
Assemblywoman DeCroce is a resident of Parsippany-Troy Hills.
PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS – Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrol Officer David Roman responded to a commercial building on a reported vehicle theft. Upon his arrival he spoke to the victim who advised him that between 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 7 and 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday, August 8 an unknown suspect(s) stole a 2002 Ford Econoline Commercial Van which contained a condenser unit and tools.
The victim further advised that another vehicle had a window shattered and a computer stolen out of it.
A third vehicle was broken into and the door lock was removed. Detective Matthew McAuliffe and the Morris County Sheriff’s Department CIS responded to the scene to assist in the investigation.
The vehicle was located by the Newark Police Department on Thursday, August 10.
