PHS and Brooklawn participates in “Slam Dunk the Junk-Keep Morris County Litter Free”

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PHS and Brooklawn participates in “Slam Dunk the Junk-Keep Morris County Litter Free”

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School Environmental Club organized and hosted the annual grounds cleanup: Slam Dunk the Junk-Keep Morris County Litter Free, on May 10. This is a state-wide campaign and held by the New Jersey Clean Communities Program and sponsored by the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority.

PHS Environmental Club advisors Nancy Lennon and Kelly Garbarino, club President Caitlin Ford, Vice President Winterlyn Curley, Secretary Hannah Webber, and many PHS students collected garbage and beautified the school grounds for over two hours, resulting in multiple bags of garbage and recyclables being collected. Refreshments for the effort were supplied by the PHS PTSA and were very much appreciated.

The PHS Environmental Club will be receiving a $500 grant for participating in this campaign and will use the money to buy necessary equipment to further the recycling program at PHS.

Brooklawn Middle School supported the New Jersey Clean Communities (NJCC) litter abatement program “Slam Dunk the Junk” Saturday, May 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  In an effort to keep the Brooklawn campus litter free, science teachers organized a group of students, parents, teachers and administrators that were willing to give up a few hours on a weekend to collect and sort litter and recyclables from the grounds around the school building, walking paths around the ball fields, and parking lots.  We collected just over 700lbs of trash and recyclables. Participation in this activity contributed toward a grant opportunity from the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA). The grant will provide money toward obtaining outdoor and indoor receptacles for recyclables and trash.  In addition to the campus clean up project, the MCMUA is also offering a poster contest called “Keep Morris County Litter Free!”.

Sergeant Carrozzino promoted to Lieutenant

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Sergeant Carrozzino promoted to Lieutenant

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano promoted Ronald Carrozzino III from the rank of Sergeant to the rank of Lieutenant.

After serving four years in the United States Marine Corp, Lieutenant Carrozzino was hired on July 2, 2009 and graduated with the 74th Basic Police Officer Class held at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy in December of 2009.

He began his career as a patrol officer and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in August of 2014. During his career, he has received numerous accolades such as a Lifesaving Medal. He will remain in the Patrol Division as a Section Commander.

Lt. Carrozzino is a married father of two children.

Lieutenant Ronald Carrozzino III with his family and Mayor Michael Soriano

When asked about what Lieutenant Carrozzino likes about being a police officer in Parsippany, he responded that Parsippany is a great town due to its diversity. Although it is a large town, there are many aspects that still give it the small-town feel.

Mayor Michael Soriano during the swearing in of Lieutenant Ronald Carrozzino III

Police Chief Andrew Miller present Police Academy graduates

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Police Chief Andrew Miller present Police Academy graduates

PARSIPPANY — Mayor Michael Soriano went back to school. Well not exactly. He participated in the 2018 Spring Citizen’s Police Academy Class. He graduated with the other members of the class on Thursday, May 17. The graduation ceremony was held at Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.

Parsippany–Troy Hills Police Department hosted a free 10 week Citizen’s Police Academy program held every Thursday night from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The classes started on Thursday, March 8 to Thursday, May 10.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Chief Andrew Miller, Mayor Michael Soriano and Patrolman Remo D’Alessandro

The Academy was held at the Parsippany Police Headquarters, 3339 Route 46. The Citizen’s Police Academy is limited to twenty applicants and was available on a first come, first serve basis.

Applicants must be: 18 years of age or older; Residents of Parsippany; Parsippany business owners (on a limited basis) or Parsippany township employees (on a limited basis).

The Citizen’s Police Academy is a program that is aimed to bridge the gap between police officers and the community they serve. The graduates were able to get both classroom and hands-on experience from learning how criminal investigations work to mock motor vehicle stops. They got a tour of Parsippany Police Headquarters, participated in mock scenarios as well as motor vehicle stops.

A special thank you to Mayor Michael Soriano for participating in this Citizen’s Police Academy Class. We would also like to thank Chief Miller, Captain Dowd, Sgt. Griffin, Det. Sergeant Puso, Sergeant Carifi, Patrolman Levi, Patrolman. D’Alessandro, Patrolman Conover and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 and Bomb Squad Unit for their assistance throughout this course.

We wish the best of luck to all the graduates, stay safe!

Arrabbiata is all smiles and is waiting for her furever home

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Arrabbiata is all smiles and is waiting for her furever home

PARSIPPANY — Arrabbiata is all smiles and just might be the happiest pup you will every meet! She is about 15-17 weeks old, about 22-25 pounds and she is from the Dominican Republic.Dominican Republic is a beautiful but life can be difficult for dogs because fresh water is hard to find as well as food.

The locals call their mix breed strays Viralatas because while they are looking for food they sometimes knock over the trash cans…. Vira means flipped over and Latas means trash can. Common traits of Punta Cana island mixes are often tan colored, medium sized when full grown (35 to 40 pounds), usually a lab mixed with something else that gives them a smooth, short haired coat. They are very gentle dogs, friendly/loving dogs.

Arrabbiata foster mom says…..”Arrabbiata is so sweet you can’t help falling in love with her! She’s a independent pup… although she does love to be with you, she is content when you’re just in the same room as her and she’ll continue to play with her natural chews. She is a smart pup … she already knows the commands “ sit” and “no”, she sleeps through the night without having accidents and she is doing good with house training.

One of her favorite things to do is going for walks and meet all the neighbors, she walks nicely on the leash. Arrabbiata enjoys playing in the yard and playing with toys. She’s absolutely food obsessed… whenever you walk around with something in your hand she’s convinced it’s food. When you have a treat she will sit without you even having to tell her to. She’ll sit for her food before I put the bowl down (but she does eat it very fast so I put my hand in it to slow her down). Arrabbiata loves natural chews to play with… antlers, bully sticks, bones, etc. She tries to pick up my dog’s massive bones, convinced that she can carry them, but instead she drops them every two steps and has to drag them haha! When you come home or walk back into the room, her entire body wiggles from side to side as her tail wags! So very cute! She also leaps around like a reindeer or something haha!

All 4 legs hop up when she jumps over something (usually my dog). Arrabbiata is tall and lanky with a beautiful soft white and brown coat and she has black eyeliner around her eyes!! Simply Gorgeous!! And she has a tail that is always wagging! Every ounce of Arrabbiata is sweet! She is a fun pup! And We love her!!!”

Please email FHDR@att.net for an adoption application if interested in adopting this sweet pup.  www.fhdr.petfinder.com

Morris County Correctional Facility Inmate Found Guilty of Third Degree Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Official

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Morris County Correctional Facility Inmate Found Guilty of Third Degree Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Official

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announced yesterday, May 22, that a Morris County jury found Melvin Hester, 35, Newark, guilty of one count of third degree Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Official. The defendant was acquitted of one count of fourth degree Throwing Bodily Fluid at Certain Law Enforcement Officers. The jury returned its verdict after deliberating on Tuesday, May 22. The Honorable Catherine I. Enright, J.S.C. presided over the trial.

The defendant was lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility on unrelated charges following an arrest on January 4, 2016. This prosecution stemmed from an incident in which the defendant forced his cell door open during a formal inmate count, and assaulted a corrections officer by punching him in the face.

The defendant faces up to five years in New Jersey State Prison on the third-degree Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Official.

Assistant Prosecutor Gloria Rispoli and Assistant Prosecutor Tara Wang, assigned to the General Investigations Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, represented the State during the trial.

Prosecutor Knapp stated, “The duties of the jury is a crucial aspect of our society and their service is greatly appreciated. An unprovoked assault upon any law enforcement officer, such as occurred here and as found by the jury, is an egregious offense which threatens the security and well-being of everyone in the correctional facility. The officers involved should be commended for their professionalism and restraint”.

Prosecutor Knapp would specifically like to thank Agent Lois Aria of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Corrections for their continued exceptional work.

This matter is scheduled for sentencing before the Honorable Catherine I. Enright, J.S.C. on July 20, 2018.

 

Kristina Berrios graduated from The College of New Jersey

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Kristina Berrios graduated from The College of New Jersey

PARSIPPANY — Kristina Berrios graduated from The College of New Jersey with a BA in English Secondary Education on Thursday, May 17.

Kristina is a 2014 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School.

Proud Mom Kathleen and Proud Dad Timothy Berrios with Kristina
Kristina Berrios graduated from The College of New Jersey

Businesswoman Saima Hashmi to Run for Town of Boonton Board of Alderman

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Businesswoman Saima Hashmi to Run for Town of Boonton Board of Alderman

BOONTON — Saima “Sam” Hashmi, MBA, has filed a petition to run as the Regular Republican Organization Candidate for Ward 2 in the 2018 Election for the Town of Boonton Board of Aldermen.

Ms. Hashmi moved to Morris County from Pakistan at the age of ten.

She is a Parsippany Hills High School graduate and has been a Boonton resident for approximately 19 years. Professionally, Hashmi has years of leadership experience from working as a business systems analyst and business consultant. She is married and has three children that have all attended Boonton’s Public Schools.

Hashmi’s candidacy is significant for many reasons. Among the reasons is the fact that, if elected, Hashmi will be the first Pakistani-American Alderman to serve on the Board of Alderman in Boonton, a diverse town of approximately 8,347 residents.

Hashmi said “My interest is to be actively involved in the Town’s advancement and represent my community which has been an integral part of the town. I believe I will bring fresh perspective and also strengthen the communication and relationship between my community and the town.”

Local Republican leaders are thrilled with Hashmi’s candidacy.

Morris County Young Republicans Secretary Joseph Bock, Esq. stated “Sam is a true American success story. She and her family have been active volunteers in the Boonton area for decades. Her business experience will provide the Board of Aldermen with a special skill set that will allow the Town to grow in a financially responsible manner. Importantly, she will be a powerful voice for Boonton’s prominent Pakistani and Muslim-American population.”

State Senator Anthony Bucco (R-25), who previously served on the Boonton Board Alderman for twelve years, including six years as Mayor, stated  “I strongly support Saima Hashmi for Ward 2 Alderman.  As a former Alderman who served for eleven  years on the Board of Alderman, including six years as Mayor, stated: I believe Ms. Hashmi has the qualities and skills needed to be successful in this position.  She will be a great advocate for taxpayers in Boonton and I look forward to working with her during this important election for our town.”

The Town of Boonton is designated as a Town form of government and is therefore governed by a Mayor and Board of Aldermen.  The Town is divided geographically into four wards with two Aldermen elected per ward.  Each Ward has two Aldermen who serve a 2-year term and are elected by the residents of their specific ward. The Mayor serves a 4-year term and is elected by residents from all four wards.  New Jersey’s Primary Elections will be held on June 5, 2018.

Memorial Day Celebrations in Parsippany

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Memorial Day Celebrations in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will hold the first Memorial Day ceremony of the day at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 28 in Lake Hiawatha Park. The ceremony on Lake Shore Drive is held by the VFW in honor of the two servicemen who lost their lives in Vietnam.

Councilman Michael dePierro

The following ceremony, emceed this year by VFW and American Legion member, Councilman Michael dePierro, is run by the Township and is scheduled to take place in Veterans Memorial Park at 10:00 a.m. Rabbi Estelle Gottman Mills of Temple Beth Am will do the Invocation; the Boy & Girl Scouts will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance; Michael A. Soriano, Mayor of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, will welcome everyone and Reverend Donald Bragg of the Presbyterian Church will deliver the Benediction.

As customary, members of the VFW and American Legion, will perform the wreath laying ceremony in front of the Veterans Memorial statue; the VFW Rifle Squad will do the salute and Taps will be played by Anthony Paterno, of Boy Scout Troop 173.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Township is honored to have as its special guest and keynote speaker, Siobhan Fuller McConnell, Parsippany’s Gold Star Mother and mother of Derek McConnell. The Parsippany High School Choir will be singing. The VFW and American Legion color guards will participate in all ceremonies.

The Memorial Day activities will culminate in the parade at 12:00 Noon which will begin at Katherine Drive and proceed down North Beverwyck Road in Lake Hiawatha.

Frank Cahill Named “2018 Parsippany Citizen of the Year”

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Frank Cahill Named “2018 Parsippany Citizen of the Year”

PARSIPPANY — Frank Cahill, Publisher of Parsippany Focus, was named 2018 Parsippany Citizen of the Year by the Lakeland Hills YMCA during their 2018 Annual Dinner and Awards Presentation held on Wednesday, May 16 at The Mansion in Mountain Lakes.

Frank Cahill with Kiwanis member Julie Scarano

Sometimes it seems Frank’s life is also going to the dogs! He is a passionate dog lover, fostering dogs for the Eleventh Hour Rescue and Forever Home Dog Rescue, both in Randolph. Frank has proudly volunteered in Parsippany-Troy Hills for too many years to list. He is Co-Chairman of Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee; Executive Board Member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, current President of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany and publisher of the Parsippany Focus. Frank has volunteered for organizations including the American Cancer Society, Cooley’s Anemia Foundation of NJ and the Juvenile Diabetes Association. Frank has received numerous accolades and awards, but values his volunteer time cooking for individuals at Homeless Solutions or providing shelter, food, and lots of love to his furry foster friends.

The 2018 YMCA Citizens of the Year

Members of the Parsippany High School Small Jazz Combo led by Band Director Greg Dalakian performed during the cocktail hour.

The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA also honored other 2018 winners of the annual YMCA Citizen of the Year Awards from their service area towns: Patti Bujtas – Boonton; Kim Forte – Boonton Township; Don Kuser  – Denville; Lt. Joseph Napoletano – Kinnelon/Butler; Christine Bakelaar – Lincoln Park; James Sandham Jr. – Montville; Janet Horst – Mountain Lakes;  and Rose Phalon – Pequannock.

Former Montville Mayor James Sandham, Jr., with Frank Cahill. Both were honored as Citizens of the Year

These individuals have demonstrated outstanding community service and volunteerism. “The selflessness exhibited by these volunteers is consistent with social responsibility, which is one of the key underpinnings of our YMCA mission and we are looking forward to honoring them,”says Lakeland Hills YMCA Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Viktor Joganow.

In addition to the Citizen of the Year awards the YMCA honored:

Educator Awards:

Kindergarten – 8th Grade Eileen Ludwig School Counselor, Briarcliff Middle School, Mountain Lakes
High School Seniors Dr. Ahmed Kandil Business Education Teacher, Parsippany Hills High School

 

Parsippany honorees: Frank Cahill and Ahmed Kandil

Student Awards:

Parkins – 8th Grade Lexi Thibodeau (Pequannock Valley Middle School, Pompton Plains)

Jake Pryor (Pearl R. Miller School, Kinnelon)
Kogen – High School Seniors Haley Graybush (Morris Knolls High School)

Robert Ezzi (Boonton High School)


Other Awards:

Richard M. Wilcox Award Ian Matty of Mountain Lakes
YMCA Volunteers of the Year Mandy Kiely of Mountain Lakes
Savannah Benedetto of Lincoln Park
Trish Costello of Denville
Patricia Delcore of Parsippany
Dave Fulton of Parsippany
Cristina Glynn of Denville
Martin Moratz of Boonton
Bill Olderman of Montville
Michelle Pirozzi of Parsippany
John Powers of Parsippany

Openings for participants in social/prevocational skills classes

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Openings for participants in social/prevocational skills classes

PARSIPPANY — The National Institute for People with Disabilities’ (NIPD/NJ) Social Skills Building Network (SSBN) is currently accepting applicants for participation in our Parsippany location.

This class is for adults 18 years and older (with or without diagnoses) who want to improve their social interactions, job seeking and job keeping skills. Young adults transitioning from high school are also welcome.

There are currently no other classes for adults like this in New Jersey. Each class consists of no more than 10 individuals with two facilitators. Sessions are held two days per week, for five hours per day.

Staff is available to work with participants individually on an as needed basis. The class is intensive and experiential in design, and students learn through active participation in discussions, role-playing, acting sessions, real life scripts, video taping, and team building exercises with many rehearsal and practice periods. Self-help strategies, yoga and relaxation techniques are also taught.

To schedule an intake or to obtain more information contact Dara Friedman, Program Supervisor, at dara.westler@yai.org or (973) 720-3762.

Temple Beth Am Accepting New Students for 2018-2019 school year

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Temple Beth Am Accepting New Students for 2018-2019 school year

PARSIPPANY — Temple Beth Am, a Reform Congregation, 879 South Beverwyck Road, is now registering new students for its dynamic K-10 Religious School program for the 2018-2019 school year.

In their Sunday and after-school program, children in grades K-10 celebrate Jewish holidays, learn to what our prayers tell us about who we are as a people, read and chant prayers in Hebrew through active learning, and gain exposure to a wide world of Jewish observance, history, life cycle, friendships and more.

Special offerings include a no-tuition Sunday School program for grades K-2, the monthly Torah Tot Time program for children ages 3-6 to enjoy with a parent or grandparent, youth choir, family events and monthly Family Services. Temple Beth Am’s Youth Group begins in grade three, and continues into our high school NFTY group. New families may also qualify for our Gift of Membership program.

Temple Beth Am believes wholeheartedly that each of us has been created in God’s image. We therefore welcome the entire spectrum of our Jewish community: people of all ages, races, cultures or nationalities; interfaith families; those of all sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, or relationship statuses. They are a vibrant center of learning that aspires to provide for each of the children a meaningful Jewish Education that will inspire them to pursue lifelong Jewish learning.

Prospective families are directed to contact Education Director Lynn Anne Cutler or Temple Administrator Debbie Lesser at school@tbaparsippany.org or (973) 887-0046 to learn about the school and our congregation. Click here for more information.

Ahmed Kandil Named “High School Educator of the Year”

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Ahmed Kandil Named “High School Educator of the Year”

PARSIPPANY — Dr. Ahmed Kandil was named “High School Educator of the Year” by the Lakeland Hills YMCA at a dinner held at The Mansion, Mountain Lakes.

Most every successful entrepreneur has a role model or mentor who was there at the beginning of their story. Someone who paved the way through education, dedication, and inspiration.

The Lakeland Hills YMCA High School Educator of the Year, Dr. Ahmed Kandil, is just such a person. He may be behind the scenes teaching at Parsippany Hills High School, but he is prevalent in the lives of his students. Ahmed is a homegrown educator, having graduated from Parsippany High School and now teaching at Parsippany Hills High School.

Ahmed has taught just about every facet of business education, including Business Computer Applications, Business Organization & Management, Personal Finance, Pathways to Business and Careers, College Prep Honors Accounting, Marketing, Advertising, and Sales Promotion.

Ahmed holds a B.S. in Marketing from Fairleigh Dickinson University and an MBA with specialization in International Business. He also holds a certificate of School Business Administrator, Principal, and Supervisor.

As Ahmed likes to say, he has spent the majority of his life as a student, and now finally a teacher, but he calls himself “a student for life!” His goal is to empower his students to achieve their utmost potential and strive to become lifelong learners. He encourages students to question the rationale and application of projects and assignments. Ahmed believes in bringing the real world into the classroom through invaluable simulations and field trips. He has mentored 13 Future Business Leaders of America state executive board officers from his local chapter in the past nine years, no small feat. This past year the chapter broke a school record, sending 26 qualifiers to the national conference. In 2015 Ahmed was selected as NJ’s Local Advisor of the Year. He also has a passion for soccer and served as the boy’s soccer team head coach from 2007 to 2012.

The student who nominated Ahmed for this award said, “Dr. Kandil has time and time again amazed me with his dedication to education. Each and every one of his students is able to find their best self through his classroom environment and innovative techniques. I have seen his ability to not only teach me about the multifaceted world of business, but to also exemplify the necessary traits for a successful career.”

Dr. Ahmed Kandil with his wife, Amina

Eileen Ludwig, School Counselor, Briarcliff Middle School, Mountain Lakes, was also honored as Educator of Year, Kindergarten to Eighth Grade.

Recent Parsippany Home Sales

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Recent Parsippany Home Sales

PARSIPPANY — Recent home sales in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township filed with the Morris County Clerk’s office.

28 Pinfold Court, Morris Plains from Ming Li to Keerthika Vadpalli and Srinivas Nagampally. $469,000.

4 Huron Avenue, Lake Hiawatha from Bischoff Holdings to John Sagun and Dana Sagun. $350,000. Lake Hiawatha

19 Huron Avenue, Lake Hiawatha from Deutsche Bank to Leena Paniahie and Mohammed Paniahie. $229,000.

4 Navajo Avenue, Lake Hiawatha from Paul Petro to Michael Cooney. $185,000.

26 Dacotah Avenue, Lake Hiawatha from Val Catrini to Dana and Jose Valdez III. $280,000.

9 Norman Avenue, Lake Hiawatha from Wilmington Savings to Yalda Naibzada. $122,000.

5 Lincoln Avenue, Lake Hiawatha from Ella Heilmeier to Nilesh Bagdai and Meghana Bagdai. $395,000.

2467 State Route 10, Building 3-5B, Morris Plains from Deutsche Bank to Justin Eng. $145,000.

2350 State Route 10, Apartment A32, Morris Plains from Jason Mariano to Karissa Degennaro. $207,000.

2350 State Route 10, Apartment B7, Morris Plains from Brian Bonis to Minesh Patel and Amar Amin. $153,000.

24 Spartan Avenue, Parsippany from Bank of NY Mellon to Harshada Topale. $338,000.

15 Greenbriar Road, Parsippany from Frederick Griswold to Matthew and Danielle D’Ecclessis. $445,000.

15 Trojan Avenue, Parsippany from Garima Kharana to Pinkesh Kothana. $473100.

62 Haddon Road, Parsippany from Brian Gazzo to Harrison Gering and Genevieve Schmidt. $360,000.

66 Arthur Drive, Parsippany from Violet Cording to Dilipkumar Patel. $335,000.

31 Dorothy Road, Parsippany from US Bank to Errol and Natsha Grant. $450,000.

21 Rockaway Place from Fannie Mae to Ali Alemi and Hamed Hassanzadeh. $380,000.

27 Decroce Court from Forge Pond Deve to Bhavika and Bhavika Patel. $450,000.

2024 square foot townhouse located at 28 Pinfold Court, Morris Plains sold for $469,000 on April 26, 2018

Five Former Salesmen For Parsippany Clinical Lab Sentenced For Bribing Doctors In $100 Million Test Referral Scheme

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Five Former Salesmen For Parsippany Clinical Lab Sentenced For Bribing Doctors In $100 Million Test Referral Scheme

PARSIPPANY — Five individuals were sentenced for bribing doctors in exchange for test referrals as part of a long-running and elaborate scheme operated by Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services, of Parsippany, its president and numerous associates, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced.

Doug Hurley, 38, of Hillsborough, and Kevin Kerekes, 52, of Florham Park, were both sentenced to 24 months in prison. Luke Chicco, 45, of Garden City, New York, was sentenced to 21 months in prison. Kristina Hamdan, 40, of Paterson was sentenced to 41 months in prison. David McCann, 45, of Lyndhurst, was sentenced to three years of probation. U.S. District Judge Stanley R. Chesler imposed all five sentences in Newark federal court.

Hurley, Kerekes, and Chicco previously pleaded guilty in June 2013 to separate informations charging them with one count of conspiracy to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Federal Travel Act and one count of money laundering.

Hamdan pleaded guilty to Counts One and Thirteen of an indictment charging her with conspiracy to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute, the Federal Travel Act and the honest services wire fraud statute, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. McCann pleaded guilty to an information charging him with conspiring to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Travel Act.

According to documents filed in this and related cases and statements made in court:

Hurley, Kerekes, and Chicco each admitted that from the fall of 2010 through April 2013, they conspired with BLS president and part owner, David Nicoll and his brother, Scott Nicoll, to pay bribes to doctors in the forms of cash, checks and other means in order to induce them to refer patient blood specimens to BLS. Hurley, Kerekes, and Chicco also admitted that in some instances, they paid bribes to doctors through sham consulting companies, which they created and controlled, in order to hide the fact that BLS was the true source of the bribes.

Hamdan admitted that from November 2009 through April 2013, she paid doctors illegal bribes in exchange for blood specimen referrals to BLS. For example, Hamdan bribed Yousef Zibdie, an internal medicine doctor with a practice in Woodland Park, in exchange for generating more than $900,000 in lab business for BLS. The bribes were funded by BLS and, in an effort to obscure that BLS was the true source of the payments paid to the doctors by Hamdan, she made the payments through a sham consulting company that she created and controlled.

McCann paid thousands of dollars in cash on a monthly basis between December 2011 and April 2013 to numerous physicians on behalf of BLS in exchange for the doctors’ referral of blood specimens to BLS.

In addition to the prison term, Judge Chesler sentenced Hurley, Chicco, Kerekes, and Hamdan a year of supervised release. Hurley, Chicco, and Kerekes must also pay forfeiture of $800,000, $850,000, and $1.2 million, respectively. Hamdan must pay forfeiture of $1,209,890.36.

The investigation has thus far resulted in 53 convictions – 38 of them doctors – in connection with the bribery scheme, which its organizers have admitted involved millions of dollars in bribes and resulted in more than $100 million in payments to BLS from Medicare and various private insurance companies. It is believed to be the largest number of medical professionals ever prosecuted in a bribery case.

The investigation has to date recovered more than $13 million through forfeiture. On June 28, 2016, BLS, which is no longer operational, pleaded guilty and was required to forfeit all of its assets.

U.S. Attorney Carpenito credited special agents of the FBI, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Gregory W. Ehrie in Newark; inspectors of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, under the direction of Acting Inspector in Charge Ruth M. Mendonca; IRS–Criminal Investigation, under the direction of Acting Special Agent in Charge Bryant Jackson in Newark; and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Scott J. Lampert, with the ongoing investigation.

The government is represented by Senior Litigation Counsel Joseph N. Minish, Assistant U.S. Attorneys Danielle Alfonzo Walsman, Chief of the U.S. Attorney’s Office Public Protection Unit and Jacob T. Elberg, Chief of the Health Care and Government Fraud Unit, as well as Assistant U.S. Attorney Barbara Ward of the Asset Forfeiture and Money Laundering Unit.

Evan Chao is on Dean’s List at Manhattan College

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Evan Chao is on Dean’s List at Manhattan College
Evan Chao

PARSIPPANY — Evan Chao, 2017 graduate of Parsippany Hills Hills School, has made the dean’s list both semesters of his freshman year at Manhattan College, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx.

He is studying Chemical Engineering.

Manhattan College was founded in 1853 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Catholic teaching order started by Saint John Baptist de La Salle.

The Lasallian mission drives the focus on quality education for all and service to our neighbors in need. The picturesque campus is located in The Bronx, a 35-minute subway ride from the heart of Manhattan. Manhattan College, nestled in the historic neighborhood of Riverdale, our lovely campus in the Bronx is close to dozens of restaurants and shops, as well as Van Cortlandt Park, one of New York’s largest parks. Best of all, they’re only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Our unbeatable location offers a unique and safe way to take advantage of all New York City has to offer. Students get a true college campus experience while also having easy access to the jobs and internships found in New York City, plus all of the amazing cultural experiences found in this city.

 

Rooney protects pet owners from expensive leasing contracts

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Rooney protects pet owners from expensive leasing contracts

New Jersey would become the third state to outlaw the leasing of dogs and cats under legislation (A3970) introduced by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney making the practice a violation of the consumer fraud law.

Breeders and pet stores are under pressure to sell puppies while they are still young and most attractive to buyers. With the skyrocketing cost of dogs, especially purebreds and designer breeds, they have turned to predatory and deceitful contracts.

“They target families who fall in love with a dog or cat that they can’t afford. They sign up for what they think is a simple payment plan, an offer too good to be true,” said Rooney (R-Bergen. “They sign a lease without understanding the fine print or knowing the total cost.”

Rooney explained that when the lease is up, usually in three years, there is still a final payment that must be made before ownership of the dog or cat is transferred, which can be considerably higher.

“The lease can double or triple the cost, and with some dogs priced as high as $5,000, it can add up fast. Families can suffer a serious financial hit, and if they miss a payment, the family pet can be repossessed,” said Rooney. “You’re not buying a dog – you are renting it.”

California and Nevada passed bans on pet leasing last year, bills have been introduced in several other states.

Rooney’s bill establishes a penalty of $10,000 for leasing a dog or cat, and $20,000 per additional violations.

Parsippany Town Hall Council Regular Meeting 05/15/2018

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Parsippany Town Hall Council Regular Meeting 05/15/2018

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Town Hall Council Regular Meeting of May 15, 2018.

Bring The Y to your Backyard Pool This Summer!

Frank L. Cahill
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Bring The Y to your Backyard Pool This Summer!

MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Y has long been recognized for having the best aquatic programs in the area and now is the time to take advantage of the Backyard Pool Program, sponsored by the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA.

This program allows you to conveniently schedule swim lessons in your own backyard pool or partner with someone who does.

Available for children, ages three (potty trained) through 14 years, these thirty-minute weekday lessons (excluding weekends) are available in a number of different packages for your convenience and budget when weather permits, through mid August.

Lessons can be private or semi-private, however, each half-hour lesson consists of swimmers of the same swimming ability. Register now at the Y or click here.

Cost depends on the number of students in a class and Y membership is not required. (For children’s lessons, a parent must be poolside.)

For more information visit the website or contact Ed at (973) 334-2820 or eds@lhymca.com

 

Aimee Osterman Named to Dean’s List at York College of Pennsylvania

Frank L. Cahill
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Aimee Osterman Named to Dean’s List at York College of Pennsylvania

PARSIPPANY — Aimee Osterman a sophomore Early Elementary Education major at York College of Pennsylvania, has been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2018 semester.

Aimee was a 2017 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School and was a Camp Counselor at Harbor Hills Day Camp.

To be eligible for this honor, a student must be registered for at least 12 academic credit hours and earn a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher.

A private college located in south central Pennsylvania, York College offers more than 50 baccalaureate majors in professional programs, the sciences and humanities to its 4,600 undergraduate students. The College also offers master’s programs in business, education and nursing, and a doctorate in nursing practice. York College students enjoy a high-quality education that emphasizes practical application and a community invested in their success. The College provides a personal plan to help students focus their passions and attain their goals so they are prepared for a lifetime of meaningful careers – ready to meet the challenges of their profession and feeling confident and proud of their achievements.

DeCroce meets with Morris County business leaders in Trenton

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DeCroce meets with Morris County business leaders in Trenton

PARSIPPANY — Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce was the featured speaker at Morris County Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Morris State Government Day at the Statehouse this week. DeCroce discussed the Legislature’s role in key issues facing New Jersey in the first year of Governor Phil Murphy’s administration.

Leadership Morris was founded in 1991 to teach business and not-for-profit professionals about the opportunities, challenges, institutions and the people of Morris County.

“It was a pleasure spending the afternoon with an outstanding group of leaders who are investing their hearts and souls to make Morris County and New Jersey a better place to live and work,” said DeCroce. “Their questions, comments and suggestions demonstrate this is truly a Morris County all-star team.”

Leadership Morris, directed by Dr. Joseph Nazzaro, includes seminars on high-priority topics such as: economic development, criminal justice, education, human services, environment, media relations, county and state government, and healthcare.

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