Grafton Park Groundbreaking

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Grafton Park Groundbreaking

By: Bob Roberti

On Saturday morning, September 23, Mayor James Barberio addressed a small group of Sedgefield residents at the long awaited groundbreaking of Grafton Park.  The mayor was accompanied by Council Vice President Robert Peluso, Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani,  Councilmen Paul Carifi and Michael DePierro and Township Forester Jim Walsh. 

Mayor Barberio spoke about how the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy rendered Grafton Park unsafe and the township unable to provide the expertise and equipment to remove the fallen or leaning trees.  

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Samples of the park equipment to be installed
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Samples of the park equipment to be installed

The Mayor and council authorized a budget of $800,000.00 to transform the 4.3 acre passive wooded park into a neighbor park similar to other neighborhood parks in Parsippany. The township provided an architectural rendering of the proposed neighborhood park with two designated children play areas.  There were also two photographs of the similar play equipment used at other neighborhoods parks in Parsippany.  Mayor Barberio then called on Sedgefield past presidents Bob Roberti, George Kimmey and Maria Caivano to take a shovel and break ground for the new park. 

Sedgefield Civic Association, past president, Bob Roberti then addressed the group by first thanking the Mayor, Council and Town Forester for all their efforts to make this park a reality. Bob also thanked members of the SCA Beautification Committee present for their many hours of volunteer labor for the past 10 years in Grafton Park.  Bob also acknowledge that it was now impossible for the Beautification Committee to maintain the park any longer without the townships leadership.  He mentioned it has been 64 years since the land was originally deeded to the township for recreational development. 

Now is the time for the township to develop and maintain Grafton Park as a neighborhood park.

In addition to the local Sedgefield residents Democratic Mayoral Candidate Michael Soriano, and Democratic Council Candidates Emily Peterson and Janice McCarthy were present and after the ceremony took a tour of Grafton Park with Bob Roberti.

 

Pennsylvania man charged in connection with leaving scene of fatal motor vehicle collision

Frank L. Cahill
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Pennsylvania man charged in connection with leaving scene of fatal motor vehicle collision

MORRIS COUNTY —  Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chief Kevin Smith of the Riverdale Police Department announce the arrest of Timothy P. Miller, 53, of Philadelphia, on charges stemming from a fatal motor vehicle collision during the morning hours of September  25.

At that time, Riverdale Police patrol officers responded to Hamburg Turnpike for a report of a motor vehicle collision involving a dump truck and a bicyclist.  Upon arrival, the bicyclist was discovered to have sustained various injuries.  He was transported to a local hospital and ultimately succumbed from his injuries.  The bicyclist was a 50-year-old male.  His identity is not being released at this time.   

The driver of the dump truck, Miller, was identified as having left the scene of the collision.  The driver and truck were subsequently located at the Riverdale Quarry at 125 Hamburg Turnpike, a short distance from the collision.  

It is alleged that Miller was initially questioned about the incident and denied any involvement in the collision.

As a result of this investigation, Miller was charged with one count of Leaving the Scene of an Accident Resulting in Death, a crime of the second degree. He was also charged with Hindering His Own Apprehension, a crime of the third degree.  Smith is currently being lodged at the Morris County Correctional Facility pending his First Appearance, which is scheduled for today, September 26.  

Members of the Riverdale Police Department, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office – Criminal Investigation Section, and the New Jersey State Police contributed to this investigation.

Anyone with information about this investigation is encouraged to contact the Riverdale Police Department at (973) 835-0034 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.

 

Man sentenced to 8 years in State Prison for Strict Liability Drug-Induced Death

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Man sentenced to 8 years in State Prison for Strict Liability Drug-Induced Death

MORRIS COUNTY —  A 35-year old Hillside man, Blaine Holley, was sentenced Tuesday to eight years in New Jersey State Prison on charges related to the September, 2016 death of Eric Decter, 31, Hanover, in a case brought by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp. 

Holley, who previously lived in Irvington, had pleaded guilty on July 17 to one count of Strict Liablity for a Drug-Induced Death, a crime of the first degree, 

Under the sentenced imposed by Judge Thomas J. Critchley in state Superior Court, Morristown, Holley will serve 85 percent of his sentence before being eligible for parole.  He will also be subject to a five-year period of parole supervision upon his release from prison.

During the sentencing hearing, the state was represented by Chief Assistant Prosecutor Matthew Troiano.  Also in attendance was the victim’s mother. Victim-impact statements from the victim’s mother and father were read to the Court. In pronouncing sentence, the judge noted the overwhelming grief that comes with losing a child.

The charge resulted from a death investigation that began on the evening of September 19, 2016 in Hanover.  On that date, law enforcement responded to the America’s Best Value Inn on a report of an unconscious male suffering from an apparent narcotics overdose.  The male, who was pronounced dead at the scene, was later identified as Decter.

Through a subsequent investigation, it was discovered that Holley distributed various narcotics to Decter on multiple occasions, including on September 19, which caused his death. 

On June 1, 2017, Holley was charged by way of Warrant-Complaint with the first-degree crime of Strict Liability for Drug-Induced Death, and the third degree crime of Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Dangerous Substances (Heroin and Cocaine). 

Prosecutor Knapp stated: “Strict liability prosecutions, such as this one, hopefully will deter distribution of deadly narcotics in our county.  The prosecution of such cases is intended to help turn the tide in our current opioid/heroin epidemic.” 

Members of the Hanover Township Police Department, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit and Special Enforcement Unit, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office – Criminal Investigation Section, and the Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office contributed to this investigation and prosecution. 

Repaving of New Road; expect heavy delays

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Repaving of New Road; expect heavy delays

PARSIPPANY — New Road will be milled between Route 46 East and Edwards Road on Thursday, September 28, Friday, September 29 and Saturday, September 30.

The milling will take place between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers will be on scene alternating traffic.

Between 5:00 a.m. and approximately 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 30, the same section will be paved.

Detours, if needed, will be posted due to possible road closures.

Heavy Delays are expected. Please plan an alternate route.

Hundreds of trees torn down at 16+ acre Waterview Marketplace

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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills celebrates being one of two towns in the State of New Jersey to be named “Tree City” for 40 years by the Arbor Day Foundation, yet it granted the builders of Waterview Marketplace to demolish over sixteen acres of trees.

Waterview Marketplace will be anchored by a Whole Foods Market that will occupy 48,000 square feet of the 150,150-square-foot center set to open in 2018. This Whole Foods Market store is set to become the third location in Morris County, and will feature indoor and outdoor dining space for customers.

Mayor Barberio’s administration spent $3.5 million from Parsippany open space funds to purchase a little over nine acres.

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The site plan of Waterview Marketplace

“$3.5 million for a buffer zone at taxpayers expense not a good outcome,” said resident Nicholas Homyak. “This is also a misuse of the open space funds. It smells of a kickback to RD developer for all the trouble they went through. Never forget the Council voted No Rezone, and the promise was 26+ acres of open space, not the 10 acre buffer zone, that will benefit the Waterview mall more than the immediate neighborhood,” he continued.

“Stay-tuned more to come. Parsippany’s continued refusal to live by its master plan or improving it with conformance consistency remains not in the best interest of its people, now or the future. Although no change in the immediate neighborhood warrants such a rezone, the neighborhood will be forever changed,” said Homyak.

In 2014, as part of a proposed settlement with RD Management, Mayor Barberio’s administration requested $3.5 million from Morris County Open Space Fund to purchase the little over nine acres of mostly steep slopes and an area in which approximately two thirds of it was already protected as a buffer zone in the current master plan, but the County Open Space Fund committee rejected the request.

RD Management owns 20 properties in New Jersey and has more than 150 properties in its national portfolio.

The sign on Littleton Road has been corrected

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The sign on Littleton Road has been corrected

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — As first reported in Parsippany Focus on Monday, September 18, 2017 (click here for original story), the sign at the corner of Littleton Road and Frontage Road contained a typo. Parsippany was spelled “Parisppany.”

Prior to publishing the story, Parsippany Focus contacted the New Jersey Department of Transportation and spoke to Mr. Anthony Sytko, Regional Manager.  He stated he was unaware of the misspelling in Parsippany and will contact the engineering department for verification and will update Parsippany Focus at a later time.

We did not hear back from Mr. Sytko, but the sign since has been corrected.

After we ran the story, Parsippany Patch, published the story on Thursday, September 21. Daily Record also published the story on Tuesday, September 19. News12NJ also did a broadcast regarding the incorrect spelling of Parsippany.

The sign, on Littleton Road north, just prior of the Route 80 overpass, was installed following work completed on the new entrance ramp in 2015 after more than two years of road construction projects on Routes 80 and 287. The previously entrance ramp to Route 80 was converted into a local street and named Frontage Road.

This sign is on Route 202 (Littleton Road) near the Route 80 East ramp

 

Michael Soriano holds successful fundraiser

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Michael Soriano holds successful fundraiser

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayoral Candidate Michael Soriano held a fundraiser on Monday, September 18 at Embassy Suites. Tammy Murphy, wife of New Jersey Governor Candidate Phil Murphy and Former New Jersey Governor Richard Codey attended and endorsed Soriano to the standing room only crowd.

Soriano is challenging Mayor Barberio in the upcoming General Election on November 7. Emily Peterson and Janice McCarthy are part of Michael’s team and are seeking a seat on the Township Council, running against current Council President Louis Valori and returning candidate Vincent Ferrara.

Michael Soriano was born on a military base in Augusta, Georgia on May 12, 1967.  Growing up in Queens, New York, he learned the value of hard work from his father, Ramon, a proud electrician and brother of IBEW Local 3.

Michael moved to an apartment in Parsippany in January of 2002, proposing to his wife, Jennifer, within hours of moving in.  Like many renters in our township, Michael and Jennifer fell in love with Parsippany and its community, and chose to remain here to raise their family. A few years later, they moved to a home in Lake Hiawatha, where they raise their 11 year old daughter.

Throughout his career as a second-generation electrician, Michael has served as both a foreman and superintendent on dozens of projects throughout New York City.  He brings a wealth of essential management experience to the table in Parsippany, which he will use to carry out the functions of our municipal government in the affordable and efficient way that the township deserves.

It is through this profound love for his community that drives him to do all that he can to help it prosper. From that lucky day he moved to Parsippany he has held close the words of Martin Luther King Jr, who once said “life’s most persistent and urgent question is, “what are you doing for others.”

Janice McCarthy spent a career in private sector finance working for Fortune 500 companies, including ADP as Director of Finance and Ingersoll Rand as Director of Budget and Planning. She also served in managing the budget operation at Montclair State University. Her many years of private and public sector budgeting experience will be an asset to the township’s fiscal processes. Running to bring back bi-partisan government, McCarthy believes Parsippany deserves a Mayor and Township Council working effectively together to maintain our infrastructure, deliver quality services, preserve our environment, control development, and do it in a fiscally responsible manner.

Emily Peterson is a small business owner and adjunct professor at New York University who knows what it’s like to meet deadlines and balance a tight budget every day. She understands what it will take to develop Parsippany’s economy and build a base of small businesses to increase ratables. Standing firm on the belief that taxpayers’ money should be put to better use in providing for the people of Parsippany, she recognizes that controlling spending is one of the most important responsibilities the Township Council and administration have.

 

Jake Evan De Guzman receives proclamation from Mayor Barberio

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Jake Evan De Guzman receives proclamation from Mayor Barberio

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Jake Evan De Guzman won a Bronze Medal at the 2017 Taekwondo National Championships held recently in Detroit, Michigan.

At the council meeting of September 12, Mayor James Barberio presented Jake with a proclamation.

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Jake Evan De Guzman speaks to the audience

The proclamation read:

Where as, Parsippany is a township filled with excitement because Jake Evan De Guzman has won a Bronze Medal at the 2017 Taekwondo National Championships held this summer in Detroit, Michigan; and

Whereas, in January 2017, Jake’s team, Miracles USA Taekwondo Team, earned a Gold Medal at the U.S. Open International Championship in Las Vegas in the Team Freestyle and Jake additionally earned the Silver in Individual Freestyle. Last spring, Jake took first place in the New Jersey State Qualifiers; and

Whereas, Jake trains under Master Suji Kang of Miracles USA Taekwondo in Parsippany where he studies the art of taekwondo enabling him to enhance self-esteem by heightening physical and mental powers. Building confidence and promoting respect, self-control and perseverance are some of the greatest benefits of this Olympic sport; and

Whereas, the recognition and celebration of Jake Evan De Guzman’s accomplishments bring our community together in honoring one of our own. He represents the outstanding tradition of excellence of our community’s student athletes and the unwavering pride and spirit that are the heart of Parsippany.

And now therefore, I, James R. Barberio, Mayor of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, sincerely thank Jake Evan De Guzman for his steadfast discipline, devotion and determination to succeed and do hereby extend congratulations on his many achievements and the pride he has brought to his family, his Master and his peers.

Dated the twelfth day September 2017.

Click here for a copy of the proclamation.

Parsippany Christian School plays doubleheader

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Parsippany Christian School plays doubleheader

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Christian School’s varsity boys and girls soccer teams hosted Abundant Life Academy of Nutley on Friday, September 22 at Veteran’s Memorial Park. As part of the doubleheader, after the games, Parsippany Christian’s held its Senior Night by acknowledging the contributions from their seniors to their respective teams.

In the girls varsity game, Parsippany Christian defeated Abundant Life Academy, 6-0. Parsippany Christian sophomore midfielder, Chloe Milanesi opened the scoring with an unassisted goal.  Senior Elizabeth Moger scored the next goal off an assist from Chloe Milanesi, who had two assists in the game. Charlotte Milanesi scored the final goal in the first half for Parsippany Christian. In the second half Cherish Robinson, Estella Izeppi and Lizzy Vazquez all scored.  Freshman goalie Rose Hockman recorded two saves.

Following the girls game, the Parsippany Christian boys’ soccer team defeated Abundant Life Academy, 9-4, with senior striker Michael Jetton scoring 5 goals. Freshman Will Dieppa added 2 goals, and George Gonzalez and Luke Leach contributed a goal apiece. Parsippany Christian took a 5-2 halftime lead.

At the conclusion of the boys game, Parsippany Christian School varsity soccer coaches David Detwiler (boys) and Kara Tubbs (girls) honored the seniors and thanked their parents for their support over the years.

Girls varsity head coach, Kara Tubbs said,  “I am so proud of our group of seniors this year. They are leaders on and off the field. They are striving to please the Lord in their daily lives as well as while competing in soccer. The team is going to miss them greatly but we are excited to see what the Lord has in store for their futures as they follow and serve Him!”

Boys varsity head coach, David Detwiler mentioned, “Congratulations to our senior boys. They have set the pace for hard work and dedication to the team. May God bless their lives as they move to new stages in life and seek His will to glorify Him. Let’s finish the season strong!”

For the girls soccer team, captains Elizabeth Moger and Alyssa Chellaraj, along with Cherish Robinson, Estella Izeppi, Carolina Sachno, and Lizzy Vazquez were honored. For the boys, 4-year starter Michael Jetton, Luke Leach and George Gonzalez were honored.

To conclude the evening’s festivities, Parsippany Christian held an alumni soccer game.

Letter to the editor: Drivers need to stop at crosswalks

Frank L. Cahill
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Dear Editor:

In the shadow of last month’s tragic pedestrian death in Lake Parsippany, I want to offer my condolences for our community’s loss.

I also want to address the fact we must do much better in stopping for pedestrian crosswalks.

At about 12:40 p.m. Saturday September 9, 2017, I was out for a jog and attempting to cross Allentown Road at the intersection of Marmora Road. I stood in the painted crosswalk as two cars ignored the “STOP FOR PEDESTRIANS IN THE CROSSWALK” sign that was in the middle of the road not 100 feet away. I pointed at the sign and gestured to “slow down,” as instructed by the Parsippany’s Police Force at the Sedgefield Meet the Candidates Night in May. The first driver ignored me completely. The second gave me an enthusiastic thumbs up out the window as he sailed by. This refusal of drivers to stop for pedestrians at crosswalks is no isolated incident. It happens to me regularly, even when pushing my young child in a jogging stroller.

Clearly, a new safety study and plan is desperately needed. But drivers must also obey the traffic and pedestrian laws, as written for today.

When we break from a sense of community and neighborhood and retreat into entitlement and social isolation, then we are truly broken.

I believe that we can all do better—that we will do better.

Let’s start at the crosswalk.

Sincerely,
Emily Peterson
Candidate for Town Council

Two arrested on first degree drug charges by Morris County Narcotics Task Force

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Two arrested on first degree drug charges by Morris County Narcotics Task Force

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Mount Olive Police Chief Stephen Beecher and Chief Conrad Pepperman of the Rockaway Borough Police Department announce the arrest of two individuals for first-degree possession of cocaine with the intent to distribute and second-degree possession of heroin with the intent to distribute.

During the summer of 2017, members of the Mount Olive Police Department Detective Bureau obtained information concerning an individual in Morris County distributing a large volume of heroin.  Based on that information, a joint investigation was initiated by Mount Olive Police and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Special Enforcement Unit/Narcotics Task Force. 

The investigation culminated Thursday when investigators seized approximately seven ounces of cocaine and 2,450 dosages (individual folds) of heroin.  The estimated street value of the illegal drugs seized is in excess of $20,500.   

The following two individuals were arrested as a result of this investigation:

Jose Miguel Majia, 48, Rockaway Township,  was charged with the following:

One count of first-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (cocaine) with the Intent to Distribute. 

One count of second-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute (heroin).

One count of second-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute (cocaine). 

Two counts of third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (cocaine). 

One count of third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (heroin).

Ines Maria Ribera-Rodiguez, 58, Rockaway Township,  was charged with the following:

One count of first-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (cocaine) with the Intent to Distribute. 

One count of second-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute (heroin).

One count of second-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute (cocaine).

Two counts of third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (cocaine).

One count of third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (heroin).

Pursuant to the recently-instituted bail reform, Majia and Ribera-Rodriquez were lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility pending a first appearance.  

Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp wishes to thank the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Special Enforcement Unit (Narcotics Task Force and its participating agencies), the Mount  Olive Police Department, the Rockaway Borough Police Department and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office for their efforts related to this investigation.        

Prosecutor Knapp said, “This investigation targeted individuals responsible for importing and distributing a steady supply of heroin in Morris County. 

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Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp

The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and its Narcotics Task Force partners will continue to combat the opiate epidemic through enforcement efforts targeting for profit drug dealers. Fortunately we removed from our community over 2,000 dosages of heroin with these arrests.”

This investigation was conducted under the direction of MCPO Captain Brian Keane, Commander of the Narcotics Task Force, and Detective Lieutenant Luis Sanchez of the Mount Olive Police Department.

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.

 

UPS to hire more than 1,500 for holiday season

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UPS to hire more than 1,500 for holiday season

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS —  UPS® has announced that it expects to hire more than 1,500 seasonal employees in the Parsippany and Saddle Brook areas to support the anticipated increase in package volume that will begin in November and continue through January 2018. Nationally, UPS expects to hire about 95,000 seasonal employees.

“Our seasonal jobs often lead to permanent employment and even careers for some,” said CEO David Abney. “We offer flexible shifts and full- and part-time positions. If you are a student, a working mom or just looking to make extra money for the holidays, we have a job for you.” 

The full- and part-time seasonal positions – primarily package handlers, drivers and driver-helpers – have long been an entry point for permanent employment at UPS. Many senior UPS executives, including CEO David Abney and three other members of the company’s Management Committee, started their UPS careers as part-time employees.

Tractor-trailer driver jobs start at $34.45 per hour. Pay for package handlers and driver-helpers starts at $10.20 per hour.

Over the last three years, 35 percent of the people UPS hired for seasonal package handler jobs were later hired in a permanent position when the holidays were over.

Jackie Nicholas, a full-time recruiter at UPS, began her career as a seasonal employee in 1998. “As a mother, the great pay and benefits have been critical for my family, and so has the flexibility,” said Jackie. “After my husband got home from work we’d put the kids to bed and then I’d head off to work the overnight shift. I could sleep when I got home and still have time to attend the kids’ field trips and classroom events.” She added, “Now that the kids are out of college I’m working full-time.” 

Permanent UPS jobs – including part-time jobs – come with excellent pay and benefits, including healthcare and retirement benefits. At many UPS® locations, part-time employees in college are eligible to receive up to $25,000 in tuition assistance through the company’s Earn and Learn program. 

UPS is hiring at the following locations.

·         Parsippany – 799 Jefferson Road, Parsippany.

·         Saddle Brook – 280 North Midland Avenue, Saddle Brook.

Interested job seekers can easily apply for holiday season opportunities by clicking here. Applicants must apply online. UPS will also be recruiting on campuses at upcoming NCAA college football games this fall. Videos featuring employees describing their work experience at UPS are also available at the UPS jobs website.

UPS is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions including transporting packages and freight; facilitating international trade, and deploying advanced technology to more efficiently manage the world of business. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide.

Team Sean: Tackle Childhood Cancer

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Team Sean: Tackle Childhood Cancer

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — During Friday evening, September 15, Vikings Varsity Football game ten-year old Sean Ries shook hands with the Chatham football team’s captains and flipped the coin to start the game. The Cougars called tails, won the toss, and elected to receive.

The Parsippany Hills varsity football team won the home conference game against Chatham by a score of 41-12.

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Sean Ries during the Parsippany Hills Vikings vs. Chatham game held on Friday night.

Sean Ries, a 10-year-old from Mount Tabor who has a brain tumor, led the Parsippany Hills football team Friday in his black-and-blue No. 58 Little Vikings jersey.

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Sean Ries 20 yard line of Friday nights game, PHHS vs. Chatham

The Parsippany Hills football players wore gold socks Friday night, with the cheerleaders in big gold hair bows. Some also had Gold Out T-shirts under their uniforms, the color occasionally visible around the black-and-blue. Many spectators in the stands wore a gold ribbon pinned to their shirts.

Parsippany Hills High School and the Little Vikings youth programs will be wearing something gold in all their games this fall.

Brenda Ries, Sean’s mom, founded the Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation in 2014 to fundraise for the Greenfield and Mark Souweidane’s research at the Weill Cornell Pediatric Brain and Spine Center. The foundation has awarded almost $200,000 to targeted research.

Little Vikings football team will hold its own Gold Out day on September 30, with proceeds going to the Morris County Youth Football League charity for families battling life-threatening illnesses.

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.

In May, Sean underwent his fourth brain surgery to remove the new tumor that 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 receive from our amazing “little” town of Parsippany.” 

Sean is a fifth grade student at Mt. Tabor Elementary School.

Hit and Run Crash at Halsey and Lawrence Road; Driver arrested for DWI

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Hit and Run Crash at Halsey and Lawrence Road; Driver arrested for DWI

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers responded to a hit and run motor vehicle crash at Halsey Road and Lawrence Road at 4:26 p.m. on Thursday, September 14.

Upon arrival of Patrol Sergeant Matthew LaManna, he spoke to a victim and a witness to the crash. Patrol Officer Lampros Nicos responded to the scene to assist in the investigation.

While there, the 2009 Hyundai Sonata and driver returned to the scene.

It was determined that the 2012 Honda Civic that was travelling through the intersection had the right of way and the driver failed to stop at the stop sign crashing into the passenger side rear of the vehicle.

The driver was subsequently arrested for driving while intoxicated and transported to police headquarters.

While at Parsippany Police Headquarters he was charged with Driving While Intoxicated;
Reckless Driving; Leaving the Scene of an Accident; and Failure to Stop or Yield.

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 Chamber hosts Speed Networking

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Parsippany Chamber hosts Speed Networking

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) held a “Speed Networking” on Wednesday, September 20.  The event was held at Morris Adult Day Care, 784 Route 46, Arlington Shopping Plaza.

Members had the opportunity to network with members, discuss their services and exchange business cards. Morris Adult Day Care also provided the members with pizza, subs, and various soft drinks.

Morris Adult Day Care is a state licensed adult medical day care program. Their 8,000 square foot State of art facility offers daily service. Their experienced staff delivers Nursing, Social Work, Activities and Transportation. They offer services to seniors and adults who may have physical limitations, in a stimulating environment during the day.

Their clients enjoy our daily, delicious and nutritious meals, activities, trips and new friendships. our staff has the skills to assists you with your health and physical needs.

For more information on Morris Adult Day Care Center, click here.

Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce is a service organization for businesses, merchants, residents, and volunteers that provides education, information, and networking opportunities to the Parsippany Area. PACC works with our local and county governments and stand ready to pursue any matter that can make our community a better place in which to live, conduct business, and make a living. We promote a healthy and more prosperous economic climate.

For more information click here.

The Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce will host “Juice up your morning” on Thursday, September 28 at 8:30 a.m. at Valley National Bank, 800 Route 46, Arlington Shopping Plaza. Join the chamber for food, fun and networking. Bring plenty of business cards. A complimentary continental breakfast will be provided by Valley National Bank.

 

Homeless man tried to cash fraudulent check at M&T Bank

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Homeless man tried to cash fraudulent check at M&T Bank

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hill Police Patrol Officer Edward Elston and James Seeger responded to the M&T Bank, 240 Baldwin Road at 3:08 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12 on a report of suspected identity theft.

Upon their arrival, they spoke to the bank manager who advised them that a male was inside the bank attempting to cash a fraudulent check.

Officers made contact with the male, later identified as Frank Diaz, 53, homeless male.

He initially gave officers a license which was found to be fraudulent. After further investigation Officers were able to confirm Mr. Diaz’s identity and also spoke to the victim listed on the check who confirmed the check was fraudulent.

Mr. Diaz was then placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters. While there, he was processed and charged with two counts of 4th Degree Credit Card Theft;  one count of 3rd Degree Knowingly Exhibiting a False Government Issued Document (Driver’s License); one count of 3rd Degree Impersonation; Theft of Identity;  one count of 3rd Degree Forgery; and one count of 4th Degree Forgery.

He was also wanted on two Traffic Warrants and one Criminal Warrant.

He was transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility pending his initial 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.

 

Guest arrested at Hilton Hotel for multiple offenses

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Guest arrested at Hilton Hotel for multiple offenses

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers responded to the Hilton Hotel for an irate guest that the hotel wanted removed from the premises at 7:45 a.m. on Sunday, September 10.

Upon arrival Patrol Officer Zachary Koch was advised by hotel staff that hotel guest Ali Maqsudi, 26, Montville, became angry when his room access card failed to work. They further advised Officer Koch that Mr. Maqsudi left the hotel building and returned shortly after with a hammer and threated to harm an employee who issued him the access card. He was then given another access card by an employee and then left the lobby.

The Officers then responded to the room Mr. Maqsudi was staying in. After a brief investigation, he was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters.

While there he was processed and charged with one count of 3rd Degree Terroristic Threats; one count of 3rd Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose Simple Assault; and a Disorderly Persons Offense.

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.

Driver arrested after Motor Vehicle Crash

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Driver arrested after Motor Vehicle Crash

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Police Officers from Parsippany, Morris Township, and the Morris County Park Police responded to a vehicle off the roadway into the woods near West Hanover Avenue and Raynor Road at 1:34 a.m. on Thursday, September 7.

Upon arrival of Parsippany officers, they were advised that 2008 Honda CRV was found unoccupied. The Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit was requested to assist in tracking down the driver due to his unknown status.

Shortly after the arrival of the MCSO K-9 Unit, the Morris Township Police Department found the driver, identified as Edward Bergman, 50, Parsippany, standing outside 340 West Hanover Avenue.

After a brief investigation by Parsippany officers, Mr. Bergman was transported to Morristown Medical Center by ambulance for treatment of a leg injury and advised that he was under arrest for driving while intoxicated.

He was charged with Hindering Apprehension, a Disorderly Persons Offense; Driving While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Driving While Suspended, Fail to Observe Traffic Lanes, Abandonment of Vehicle on Private Property, Unsafe Speed across a Sidewalk, Unsafe Tires
Failure to Report an Accident and Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident.

He was subsequently transported the Morris County Correctional Facility pending an initial appearance on his Hindering Apprehension charge.

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.

Kiwanis Club presented seminar on “Child Safety”

Frank L. Cahill
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Kiwanis Club presented seminar on “Child Safety”

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany presented a free seminar on “Prevent your Child from Being Kidnapped, Abducted, or Sexually Exploited,” on Tuesday, September 19 at Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.

Approximately 2,000 children are reported missing each day or ONE EVERY 37 SECONDS.

Help protect your child from becoming a part of these alarming statistics by attending this program on child safety. Attendees were provided with the tools to prevent child abduction, kidnapping and sexual exploitation as well as the safe use of technology (PCs and cell phones).  Mr. Robinson will dispel common safety myths, while providing skills parents, educators and police can teach children to help prevent them from becoming a victim.

Our guest speaker, Alan J. Robinson has spent years with NCMEC/Project ALERT (“America’s Law Enforcement Retiree Team”), a division of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, funded by the Department of Justice and the Adam Walsh Foundation. He is a national speaker on “Measures to Prevent your Child from Being  Kidnapped, Abducted, or Sexually Exploited”.

Mr. Robinson is an expert in this field and has authored numerous articles on the subject; he is a police academy instructor and provides training workshops for: the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, FBI, corporations, PTA’s and school systems.  He has made several TV appearances, been the subject of many news articles, as well as the recipient of many awards for his work in this field from state governors, prosecutors, and law enforcement as well as many grateful parents and educators.

This seminar was provided by Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany and The Morris County Sheriff’s Office. In addition, Parsippany ShopRite and Parsippany IHOP provided refreshments for the event.

Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Our members, Kiwanians, are service-minded men and women who are united in their commitment and compassion for others.

Any community need can become a Kiwanis service project, especially the needs of children. Kiwanis service projects range from efforts that help local communities to Kiwanis International’s Worldwide Service Project for the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders.

Kiwanis members dedicate more than six million volunteer hours and invest more than $100 million in service projects that strengthen communities and serve children every year.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. Join Kiwanis for breakfast to learn how you can change the world “one child, one community.”

For more information click here.

Local Student brings a smile to Parsippany

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Local Student brings a smile to Parsippany

PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS — Parsippany resident Sonal Butala, a senior in the Magnet Program for Math and Science at Morris Hills High School, has been honored with the opportunity to work with Mayor James Barberio during the annual Fall Festival to expand the nonprofit organization Color A Smile.

At the Fall Festival, the Mayor sponsored Butala, who is dedicated towards bringing joy into the lives of veterans and active troops through Color A Smile, where colored pictures are donated to the brave men and women of the country. Butala’s event was a grand success and many children contributed by coloring pictures.

Freeholder Candidate Heather Darling, Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno and Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio

Butala also received The President’s Volunteer Service Award for her outstanding volunteer service within her community. The award recognizes United States citizens who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12-month time period.

Through her service as an ambassador with the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Foundation, which she was nominated for by her school, and her commitment to bettering Morristown Memorial Hospital as a junior volunteer for the past four years, Butala has volunteered more than 200 hours of service.

Butala also conducted a weekly coloring session for several months at the Lake Hiawatha Library, during which she led interactive activities with younger children to engage them in community service as she furthered her dedication to Color A Smile.

Envisioned by the prospects of taking on Color A Smile at the national level, Butala dreams of sharing her program with 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue someday

Kids Coloring at the Fall Festival
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