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Arrest of Man Involved in Chilton Memorial Hospital Computer Theft

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Chilton Memorial Hospital

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chief Brian C. Spring of the Pequannock Township Police Department announce the arrest of Sergiu Jitcu, 39, of Saddle Brook, on Computer Theft charges.

On or about November 8, 2017, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office was contacted by Chilton Memorial Hospital/Atlantic Health Systems Director of Security who reported a theft of computer equipment from the facility by the defendant, now a former IT employee at Chilton Memorial Hospital.

The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Specialized Crimes Division was advised that Chilton Medical Center received information from a resident of Wisconsin that he had purchased a computer hard drive on eBay from the defendant and this computer hard drive contained personal identifying information of individual(s) who may have been treated at Chilton Memorial Hospital.

The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Specialized Crimes Division commenced an investigation into the allegation and, ultimately, executed a Search Warrant on the defendant’s residence and motor vehicles resulting in the seizure of various computer equipment and additional items belonging to Chilton Memorial Hospital.

Subsequent investigation has revealed that at least one computer storage medium, which was sold on eBay by the defendant, contained data/data bases with personal identifying information of patient(s) of Chilton Memorial Hospital.

On or about December 15, 2017, Atlantic Health Systems sent notifications to patients, identified as potentially being affected by the theft, who had been treated at Chilton Medical Center advising of the incident.

The defendant has been charged with the following offenses based on the defendant’s criminal activity on various dates between January 1, 2015 and November 8, 2017:

  • 1 count of Computer Criminal Activity, i.e. computer theft by taking data, data base, computer storage medium or computer equipment without authorization, or in excess of the authorization, which contained personal identifying information, medical diagnosis or other medical information concerning an identifiable person(s), in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:20-25e, a crime of the Second degree;
  • 1 count of Computer Criminal Activity, i.e. computer theft by accessing data, data base, computer storage medium or computer equipment without authorization or in excess of the authorization, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:20-25a, a crime of the Third degree;
  • 1 count of Access and Disclosure of data or personal identifying information, i.e. purposely or knowingly accessing data, data base, computer storage medium or computer equipment without authorization, or in excess of the authorization, and recklessly discloses such data, data base or personal identifying information, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:20-31a, a crime of the Third degree; and
  • 1 count of Theft, i.e. the taking of computer equipment from Chilton Memorial Hospital, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:20-3a, a crime of the Third degree.

Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Specialized Crimes Division, Pequannock Township Police Department, Saddle Brook Police Department and Chilton Memorial Hospital/Atlantic Health Systems whose efforts contributed to the investigation of this case

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.

 

 

Joyce Gong named to dean’s list at Bates College

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Joyce Gong

PARSIPPANY —  Joyce Gong was named to the dean’s list at Bates College for the fall semester ending in December 2017. This is a distinction earned by students whose cumulative grade point average is 3.71 or higher.

Gong, the daughter of Dr. Baoqing Gong and Ms. Lin Zhang is a 2017 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School.

Located in Lewiston, Maine, Bates is internationally recognized as a leading college of the liberal arts, attracting 2,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world. Since 1855, Bates has been dedicated to educating the whole person through creative and rigorous scholarship in a collaborative residential community.

With a commitment to affordability, Bates has always admitted students without regard to gender, race, religion or national origin. Cultivating intellectual discovery and informed civic action, Bates prepares leaders sustained by a love of learning and zeal for responsible stewardship of the wider world.

PHHS student made Threats through Snapchat

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Parsippany Hills High School

PARSIPPANY — On Thursday, March 1, at 9:35 p.m, the Parsippany Police Department’s Communication Center received information that a juvenile reportedly made threats via Snapchat, which appeared to be directed towards certain students who the juvenile attends Parsippany Hills High School with.

Police Administration, along with Director of School Security, Detective Lt. Keith Lefferts were immediately notified.

Patrol Officers, along with School Resource Officers Detective R. Lenahan and P. McCarthy responded to the residence to speak to the 15 year old male Juvenile who attends Parsippany Hills High School.

While speaking to the juvenile and viewing the social media post, it was determined that the post did not directly mention any type of threats towards a specific student.

It also did not mention any time frame, weapons, or means of which the threat would be carried out.

The juvenile was taken into custody and charged accordingly.

He was later released into the custody of his parents.

School officials have been notified of the incident. Due to the recent incidents around the country, our officers will act accordingly to make sure the schools, staff and students are protected and each threat is fully investigated.

During the investigation if the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department need to take action, they will not hesitate. If you see or hear of any type of threat please report it immediately.

Central Middle Schools holds 4th Annual Spelling Bee

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PARSIPPANY — Central Middle School conducted its Fourth Annual Spelling Bee on Tuesday, February 27.

Sixty-six classroom spelling bee champions from sixth, seventh and eighth grade eagerly competed for the school championship.

Joanne Hirsch, Spelling Bee Coordinator and teacher of English for 38 years in the Parsippany Troy Hills School District, organized the competition based on the Scripps National Spelling Bee guidelines.

The eloquent and articulate pronouncer was Mr. Joseph Gillespie, Computer Teacher, and the judges were Mr. Thomas Curcio, English teacher and Mrs. Theresa Mulroony (Guidance Counselor). Students had been enthusiastically studying 300 challenging words in preparation for the competition, and after the initial list was exhausted, random words from prior lists were utilized.

In light of the current focus on Core Content State Standards, this competition provides the opportunity for improvement of spelling and vocabulary skills.

After sixteen arduous and intensive rounds, this year’s school champion was a seventh grader, Jason Hao, who embraced the winning title with the word “humongous.”

He will receive a plaque in his name to be displayed in the school and a free one year subscription to Encyclopaedia Britannica online (courtesy of Scripps National Spelling Bee). Seventh grader Sehaj Munot came in second and Laya Neelisetty came in third.

Two Charged in Scheme to Illegally Export Night Sighting Equipment, Firearms and Ammo to Ukraine

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PARSIPPANY — Two men who allegedly engaged in arms and ammunition sales to an unnamed party in Ukraine were indicted on conspiracy charges Wednesday, February 28, according to federal prosecutors in Pittsburgh.

Prosecutors say Michael Stashchyshyn, 55, of Hanover Township and Michael Cox, 42, of Beverly Hills, Michigan, conspired to export night vision equipment, guns and ammo to Ukraine without a required State Department-issued license.

The items were purchased in the United States by Cox and others, and shipped to Stashchyshyn who owns a freight forwarder business in Parsippany. Stashchyshyn then shipped the items to an individual in Ukraine in violation of U.S. law and regulations. The items shipped are contained on the Federal Munitions List and are controlled by the International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations. They are illegal to ship without a license from the State Department, which the defendants and their co-conspirators did not have.

Both men face potential fines of up to $250,000, up to five years in prison or both, according to prosecutors.

U.S. Attorney Scott W. Brady from the Western District of Pennsylvania said Assistant U.S. Attorneys Charles A. Eberle and Shardul Desai are prosecuting the case.

Prosecutors say U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations and the United States Postal Inspection Service conducted the investigation leading to the indictment.

A google search shows that Michael Stashchyshyn is President at Roxolana International Trade, 2200 Route 10 West, Suite 104.

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.

Brooklawn Students Hear from a Mom Wearing a Red Bandana

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PARSIPPANY — Brooklawn Middle School students heard a presentation from Alison Crowther, the mother of Welles Crowther, a man who led people to safety after terrorists struck the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.

She showed the students a video produced by ESPN entitled “The Man in the Red Bandana” which told the story of the last hour of her son’s life.

This event was sponsored by the Parsippany Education Foundation.

Welles Remy Crowther was born on Tuesday, May 17, 1977 at Lying-In Hospital, New York Hospital, NYC. From a very early age on he exhibited fine qualities. He was always polite and well-spoken even from a very early age. He was caring of others, especially his little sister, Honor, and very protective, with a strong sense of duty. He also was tremendously self-disciplined from a very early age.

These qualities of sense of duty and caring for others were a solid part of Welles’ character all throughout his life. His Nyack and college friends, as well as his family, knew this about Welles. He was especially devoted to his family: his parents, two sisters, Honor and Paige, and his grandparents. He was deeply fond of his uncles, aunts, and cousins, as well, and had a strong and enduring sense of family, always. Welles began his life in Pomona, NY, but his family moved to Upper Nyack, NY when Welles was 7 years old. Thus most of his school experiences and early friendships, from 2nd grade onward, were based in Nyack.

Welles attended Upper Nyack Elementary School, joined the Cub Scouts, then Boy Scouts, played Little League baseball and Pop Warner football. For three summers he was the Rockland County Diving Champion for his age group, and participated in sailing and tennis camps in Nyack. Welles then attended Nyack Middle School where he began to play lacrosse and ice hockey in addition to the other sports. He attended Camp Becket, Becket, MA, then he began to attend specialized summer programs for ice hockey and lacrosse. Welles also enjoyed and excelled at skiing, tennis, sailing and, later, golf.

While he was in high school, at the age of 16, Welles joined Empire Hook & Ladder Co., No. 1, Upper Nyack, NY as a junior member. When he turned 18, Welles completed the New York State training program in firematics and became a full member of the company, fighting fires and dealing with emergency situations. Before his death he started make plans of joining the FDNY full time.

Welles attended Boston College, where he played varsity men’s lacrosse for four years whose trademark was a red bandana. He graduated in 1999 with a degree in Economics. He was active with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, a Boston College program that worked with underprivileged youngsters in the Boston area.

After graduation, Welles lived in Hoboken, NJ with Boston College friends for the first year and then in Greenwich Village, NYC with a friend he had met while in Spain.

Welles worked as an intern with the investment banking firm of Sandler O’Neill & Partners during the summer of 1997. During the summer of 1998, he traveled to Spain to participate in a summer program organized by Syracuse University, studying foreign markets. After graduation, Welles joined Sandler O’Neill & Partners, 2 World Trade Center, 104th floor, NYC, working first in research and then as an equities trader after earning his Series 7 license.

On September 11, 2001, minutes after United Airlines Flight 175 struck the South Tower between floors 78 and 85 at 9:03 a.m., Crowther called his mother from his office at 9:12 a.m., leaving the message, “Mom, this is Welles. I wanted you to know that I’m OK.”  After that he naturally and courageously sprung into action.  It is now observed that Crowther saved as many as 18 people before the tower collapsed on him, leading to his demise.  Many of the survivors relayed stories of the man who saved them.  A hero that was wearing a red bandana.

It was the same red bandana he was wearing when the rescuers discovered his body at the World Trade Center site in March of 2002.

 

 

Intervale School: Celebrating reading with Dr. Seuss

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Tim Berrios reading to the fourth grade class of Mrs. Palombi

PARSIPPANY — The spirit of this young-reader event is encapsulated by an appropriate quote: “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go,” wrote Dr. Seuss.

Intervale School, along with many other schools in United States, celebrated Read Across America by celebrating Dr. Seuss birthday. Intervale School held their celebration on Tuesday, February 27.

NEA’s Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on Friday, March 2, the birthday of beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss.

Readers included Mayor Michael Soriano, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member Nicolas Limanov, Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Brian Conover, Board of Education President Frank Neglia, Board members Judy Mayer, Andy Choffo, Alison Cogan and Tim Berrios. In addition former teachers and parents read to the students.

Geisel published 46 children’s books, often characterized by imaginative characters, rhyme, and frequent use of anapestic meter.

His most-celebrated books include the bestselling Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins, Fox in Socks, The King’s Stilts, Hop on Pop, Thidwick the Big-Hearted Moose, Horton Hatches the Egg, Horton Hears a Who!, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas!. His works have spawned numerous adaptations, including 49 television specials, four feature films, a Broadway musical and four television series.

He won the Lewis Carroll Shelf Award in 1958 for Horton Hatches the Egg and again in 1961 for And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street. Geisel also worked as an illustrator for advertising campaigns, most notably for Flit and Standard Oil, and as a political cartoonist for PM, a New York City newspaper. During World War II, he worked in an animation department of the United States Army, where he wrote Design for Death, a film that later won the 1947 Academy Award for Documentary Feature.

He was a perfectionist in his work and would sometimes spend up to a year on a book. It was not uncommon for him to throw out 95% of his material until he settled on a theme for his book. For a writer he was unusual in that he preferred to be paid only after he finished his work rather than in advance.

Geisel’s birthday, March 2, has been adopted as the annual date for National Read Across America Day, an initiative on reading created by the National Education Association.

Joe Jannarone, Jr., returns to Kiwanis Club

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President Frank Cahill, Joe Jannarone, Jr., President-elect Karen DeChristopher and Joe Jannarone, Sr.

PARSIPPANY — At a recent breakfast meeting, Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill had the opportunity to swear in Joe Jannarone, Jr., Joe was a previous member who was involved in the mid 90’s.

Jannarone is employed by the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills.

Club President Frank Cahill presented Mr. Jannarone with his membership plaque and Club President-Elect Karen DeChristopher placed the official Kiwanis membership on Joe. Pictured with Joe is his father, also a Kiwanis Club member since 1993.

Frank Cahill said “We welcome Mr. Jannarone to this global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.”

K-Kids is a service club for students in elementary school. It’s led by elementary students and teaches the value of helping others by taking part in community service projects.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany click here.

 

Lake Hiawatha K-Kids sponsored a food drive

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Lake Hiawatha K-Kids sponsored a food drive to benefit the Parsippany Food Pantry

PARSIPPANY — The Lake Hiawatha K-Kids sponsored a food drive to benefit the Parsippany Food Pantry. Through their efforts, the school donated many boxes foodstuffs to those in need. What an important way to support and benefit our community!

Special thanks to all families who made donations.

Lake Hiawatha K-Kids carrying out the donations to be delivered to Parsippany Food Pantry
Lake Hiawatha K-Kids displaying some of the items donated to Parsippany Food Pantry

Making a difference within the school and community is what Kiwanis K-Kids is all about! Club members identify needs within the school and community and develop a plan of action to meet those needs. Whether it’s collecting coats and canned goods for those in need or organizing a teacher appreciation event, K-Kids members have the opportunity to work together with Kiwanis-family volunteers to make the community and the world a better place.

K-Kids can provide opportunities for students to discover their heart to serve. When students discover their heart to serve, they decide that serving others is a new, exciting way of life. The service club experience at a young age can help students accept their own ability to make a difference, enhance their knowledge of their own passions and convictions, and develop their ability to empathize with those in need in their communities.

K-Kids is a service club for students in elementary school. It’s led by elementary students and teaches the value of helping others by taking part in community service projects.

Lake Hiwatha K-Kids is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.  It is not religious based or partisan in any way.  The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at the Empire Diner at 1315 Route 46.  We are 62 members strong and growing.  New members are always welcome. (Click here for more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany).
The Parsippany Emergency Food Pantry is located at the Parsippany Community Center at 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Donations of non- perishable food items are always needed. Any resident in need of supplemental food are invited to call ahead (973) 263-7163 or (973) 263-7351/52. Ready-made bags of basic food staples such as canned goods, cereal and dried food, are available through donations.

Parsippany Town Hall Council Meeting from (02/20/2018)

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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Town Hall Council Meeting from Tuesday, February 20, 2018.

Parsippany Town Hall Council Meeting from (02/06/2018)

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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Town Hall Council Meeting from February 6, 2018.

Police Chief Paul Philipps honored with Walkout Salute

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PARSIPPANY — Members of the Parsippany Police and Fire Departments, Office of Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Personnel, Mayor Michael Soriano, Former Mayor James Barberio, Sheriff James Gannon, family and friends honored retiring Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Chief Paul Philipps Wednesday afternoon outside Police Headquarters.

After serving the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills for over 38 years, Chief of Police Paul Philipps, has decided to retire effective tomorrow, March 1, 2018.

Philipps paused at the end of the sidewalk and turned on his radio to contact the dispatcher

Philipps paused at the end of the sidewalk and turned on his radio to contact the dispatcher.

Parsippany Police Headquarters to Operator Two-eight-two.

“Two-eight-two standing by,” he said.

“After 38 years of faithful and dedicated service to the township of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department, Police Chief Paul Philipps, No. 282, will be out of service for the final time at 1301 hours. “We wish you a happy, healthy and safe retirement. The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, and all its residents, thank you for your service,” dispatcher announced over the radio.

“I love Parsippany and its people, I’ve been blessed and privileged to work in, and for a time lead, Parsippany’s Police Department, the finest department in the state of New Jersey if not the entire United States. Thank you,” said Chief Philipps.

Mayor Michael Soriano stated “Although we did not have the opportunity to work together for very long, I have a deep respect for Chief Philipps.  He served our township from the rank of patrolman to chief over the last 38 years, and leaves us with a record of success and community service.”

He began his career in October of 1979, as a member of the 12th Police Academy Class at the Morris County Police Academy. Over the past 37 years he steadily progressed through each of the ranks and cycled through every division. He is a graduate of the West Point Leadership and Command Program, has received training in Leadership and Anti-Terrorism from the United Kingdom’s Police Staff College, and received his Master’s Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He assisted during the recovery and cleanup of both 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.

Within the first three years of his career, while investigating a minor motor vehicle crash, he was struck by a pickup truck, which was driven by a drunk driver. He was hospitalized for over a week due the injuries he sustained. Two other notable events that occurred during his career occurred after a man he revived through CPR met him a year later on the anniversary of the event and thanked him for his lifesaving actions. The second notable event was when he prevented someone from harming himself while also preventing the man from harming the other officers on scene. Months later, that man apologized for his actions and thanked him for preventing him from injuring himself.

Chief Philipps has received a multitude of training over his career and participated in many community-based organizations. He has partaken in the following organizations and/or held notable positions in them, such as Director of Parsippany OEM, Company Commander of the Morris County Rapid Deployment Force, Dive Coordinator and Rescue Diver with Parsippany Rescue and Recovery, past President of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany and also served on their Board of Directors. He has also been an active participant since 2007 with the Police Unity Tour, which is a bicycle ride from Northern New Jersey to Washington, D.C. to honor and raise money for fallen police officers.

Throughout his 38 years of service he has earned numerous awards which include a Meritorious Service Medal when he prevented a suspect from stabbing a fellow officer, a Unit Commendation, 3 Command Citations, and an Exceptional Duty Award. He has also received multiple awards for his work with the community and as a police officer such as being named the Kiwanis Club Kiwanian of the Year, Rotary Club Outstanding Officer of the Year, and he received the Lakeland Hills YMCA Community Service Award.

Chief Paul Philipps received an escort from Police Headquarters to his home in the Troy Hills section of Parsippany.

Captain Andrew Miller will be promoted to Chief of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department, effective March 1.

Newly appointed Chief Andrew Miller

“Over the past two months, it has been a true honor to get to know the men and women of Parsippany’s police force, including our senior leadership,” Soriano said.  “After an extensive decision-making process and careful consideration of every eligible candidate, as well as the recent tragedy in Florida, I came to the conclusion that Captain Miller is my choice to the lead the department, particularly during these troubled times.”

Miller has served with the Parsippany Police Department for twenty-six years, most recently serving as commander of the Investigative Division.  In addition to eight years of honorable service in the New Jersey Army National Guard, he holds a Master’s Degree in Administrative Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University.  He is also the recipient of eleven awards and commendations from the Parsippany Police Department, including the Exceptional Duty Medal and Life Saving Award.

Parsippany Christian Girls Basketball Claim Tournament Title

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Parsippany Christian Girls Basketball Team

PARSIPPANY —  On Saturday, February 24, the Parsippany Christian boys’ and girls’ basketball teams competed in their conference tournament finals.

The girls’ team defeated Abundant Life Academy of Nutley by the score of 51-32 to claim their first conference tournament title since the 2010-11 season. The Lady Patriots led 18-13 at halftime but opened the game up by outscoring Abundant Life Academy 18-3 in the third quarter to take a 36-16 lead into the fourth quarter.  The Lady Patriots were led by League Co-MVP Chloe Milanesi who added 14 points, 9 rebounds and 7 steals and League All-Star Rose Hockman who also contributed 14 points and 9 rebounds. Other League All-Star Charlotte Milanesi added 8 points and played aggressive defense by securing 5 steals.
The Lady Patriots improved their record to 25-3 on the season, having swept through the Metro Christian Athletic Association regular season and conference tournament undefeated.  The Lady Patriots will now enter the Mid-East Regional Christian Schools tournament in Maryland on March 1st-3rd as the No. 1 seed. The Lady Patriots will play Calvary Christian (MD) on Thursday, March 1.

Patrick Vance, Jr., Michael Jetton, Chloe Milanesi (League Co-MVP), and Rose Hockman

In the boy’s championship, Parsippany Christian, looking to defend last year’s tournament title, lost to American Christian 57-41. The Patriots were down 29-20 at halftime and could not manage a second half comeback in their bid to repeat.  The Patriots were led by senior point guard George Gonzalez who had 15 points on three 3-pointers. Gonzalez also had 3 assists. Senior forward Michael Jetton added 14 points and 6 rebounds.

Michael Jetton and Patrick Vance Jr. received League All-Stars for Parsippany Christian.

The Parsippany Christian boy’s team will accompany the girl’s team in Maryland this upcoming weekend as the No. 2 seed in the Mid-East Regional Christian Schools tournament.  The Patriots will play Temple Christian (VA) on Thursday, March 1.

Zucci, American Staffordshire Terrier mix, is looking for a home

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PARSIPPANY — Meet Zucchini, Zucci for short! This precious girl is a two-year old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. She has never met a person she hasn’t liked! She does great with dogs, cats, and kids above the age of age. She is a gentle soul who just wants to be loved!

Meet Zucchini

If cuddling were an Olympic sport, she would win gold! Nothing makes her happier than being in the company of people. She has the most loving personality and is a complete mush! She is house trained and crate trained. Zucci is not destructive when left alone. She would make an amazing companion for a young family.

Zucci was dumped by her owner with a prolapsed rectum. W.A.R immediately took her in and she went into emergency surgery. She is recovering in her foster home and she is doing fantastic!

If you are interested in adopting this sweet doll, please fill out an application by clicking here. Wise Animal Rescue (WAR)” is a volunteer-based group and want to ensure that all applicants are as serious about the adoption process as we are.

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W.A.R.’s goal is to find the perfect family dynamic and place our dogs in a loving, safe and permanent home. All of our dogs available for adoption are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on shots and microchipped.

Our adoption process starts with filling an application, home visit, meet and greet and then finalizing with an adoption contract and fee.

Adoption fees range from about $300.00 to $600.00. These fees help defray costs of veterinary and foster care and are tax deductible.

Zucci

Man Charged with Unlicensed Driver in two vehicle accident

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Two vehicle collision on Edwards Road on Saturday, February 24

PARSIPPANY — Mr. James Parodi, 66, Pine Brook, was travelling west on Edwards Road toward Vail Road on Saturday, February 24 at approximately 8:15 p.m. when a 2006 Silver Pontiac Torrent was travelling east on Edwards Road. The 2006 Silver Pontiac Torrent was being driven by Mr. Santos Flores-Alfaro, 31, Parsippany.

The 2006 Silver Pontiac Torrent was being driven by Mr. Santos Flores-Alfaro

Mr. Flores-Alfaro attempted to pass a parked vehicle, into the opposite lane of travel and struck Mr. Parodi’s vehicle.  Mr. Parodi was driving a Black 2011 Jeep Cherokee.

Mr. Flores-Alfaro admitted to passing over the double yellow line, in an attempt to pass the parked vehicle.  A Witness at the scene also stated he was passing over the double yellow line.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrolman Ryan Taylor investigated the accident and determined Mr. Flores-Alfaro was at fault for improper passing.

Additionally, Mr. Flores-Alfaro was charged with (N.J.S.A. 39:3-10Driving Without a License and (N.J.S.A 39:3-40) Driving While Suspended.

Both vehicles were towed from the scene by Ajaco Towing.

Mr. Parodi was driving a Black 2011 Jeep Cherokee

Volunteers from Kiwanis Club prepares dinner at Homeless Solutions

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Dr. Julie Scarano-Debrossy, Edward Limanov and Nicolas Limanov

PARSIPPANY — The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany cooked dinner for the clients of Homeless Solutions on Saturday, February 24.

The Kiwanis Club has been providing meals to Homeless Solutions for the past eleven and have served over 7,000 meals. Members volunteer their time to shop, cook and serve the dinner.

This month, volunteers Dr. Julie Scarano-Debrossy, Nicolas Limanov and Kiwanis President Frank Cahill prepared a nice hot delicious dinner. Edward Limanov also joined in helping the group.

Meatballs, Meatballs… 280 of them!
Vanilla Cheesecake was served to the guests
Dr. Julie Scarano-Debrossy preparing toss salad for the guests
Dr. Julie Scarano-Debrossy, Edward Limanov and Nicolas Limanov
Nicolas Limanov and Edward Limanov preparing the fruit salad
Delicious Baked Ziti prepared by Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany purchases all the food used by the volunteers.

The group of volunteers meet at Homeless Solutions to start preparing dinner for the guests in the transitional housing program. The group prepared a fresh fruit salad, tossed salad with numerous dressings, baked ziti with meatballs and rolls and served chocolate cake for dessert. They also served iced tea and coffee. Other volunteer groups such as St. Ann’s Church, Kiwanis Club of Morristown, prepares dinner for the shelter on other days of the month. Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has been providing meals to Homeless Solutions for the past eleven years.

Interested in learning more about the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, contact President Frank Cahill, by emailing flcahill@parsippanykiwanis.org.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. Join us for breakfast to learn more about our group of volunteers.

The mission of Homeless Solutions is to offer shelter, services, and supportive housing to homeless and low-income people. For the homeless and working poor in our community, hope begins at Homeless Solutions, Inc. Homeless Solutions is a private, non-profit organization, helping those in need for past 30 years. In 2012, they served 267 people by providing emergency shelter and transitional housing. Their case managers offer the support needed to help the guests rebuild their lives and successfully return to independent living. They also develop permanent supportive housing that is energy efficient for very low, low, and moderate income families and individuals. They provided homes people can afford to 119 people in 2012. By supporting HSI through financial donations or volunteering, they are making a tangible difference in the lives of those most in need in our community. For more information on Homeless Solutions, click here.

Three Reason to Donate to Homeless Solutions:

When you donate to Homeless Solutions, you make a tangible difference in the life of someone in need in our community. Your donations –

Buy milk for children living in shelter.
Pay for childcare so a single parent can work.
Pay for gas for our shelter vans that take guests to public transportation to get to work and to medical appointments.
Click here to make a donation to Homeless Solutions.

Parsippany IHOP raises over $10,000 for  Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

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IHOP waiter Nicolas Lopez serving short stacks during National Pancake Day

PARSIPPANY — Pancakes. Pancakes. Pancakes.  That was the word on the street on Tuesday, February 27 when IHOP, Parsippany, participated in the 13th Annual National Pancake Day. Anyone that stopped in, received a a free short stack of pancakes.

Mo Abdelhadi, co-owner of the Parsippany IHOP said, “We gave away over 3,800 pancakes, and the best part is we were able to raise $10,210.00 which will be donated to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, for use of our local children.”

They gave away 1,283 short stacks, or 3,849 pancakes.  But there was a purpose of National Pancake Day. IHOP’s signature philanthropic event, IHOP National Pancake Day and all related activities directly benefit charities dedicated to finding cures and eradicating life-threatening diseases that affect children and families, including Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Parsippany’s goal was to raise $10,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Donations are requested for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Parsippany IHOP has been very active in donating to local organizations and families.

Parsippany IHOP owners Mo and Sobhy Abdelhadi will be opening up their fourth location early Spring 2018 in Cedar Knolls at the Hanover Crossings. (click here for story) They currently have locations in Elizabeth, Ramsey and Parsippany.

IHOP waiter Daniel Arguelles serving short stacks during National Pancake Day

Martone honored with Distinguished RE/MAX Chairman’s Club Award

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Andrea Martone

PARSIPPANY — RE/MAX Honors Local Agent for Outstanding Business Performance! Andrea Martone, with RE/MAX First choice, has qualified for the distinguished RE/MAX Chairman’s Club Award in 2017, which honors successful agents who have earned at least $500,000 in commissions in the past year. In 2017, the Chairman’s Club Award was presented to less than one percent of all active RE/MAX agents.

“It’s a tremendous honor to receive this prestigious award,” said Martone. “As a real estate agent with RE/MAX, I am fully committed to my clients, whether it’s getting the highest offer for my sellers, or helping my buyers negotiate the best deal on their dream home. I am extremely proud of this recognition and it’s an honor to be surrounded by an incredibly supportive team.”

Martone has been serving her community as a real estate agent with RE/MAX for 18 years and has extensive experience in listings, buyers, negotiations, and marketing. Among Martone’s list of achievements, she has earned, Top 1% Of RE/MAX Agents In NJ, NJ Circle Of Excellence® 2000-2017, NJ Distinguished Sales Award®, RE/MAX Lifetime Achievement Award, RE/MAX Hall of Fame member, RE/MAX Platinum Club 2005-2016, and NJ Monthly Five Star Real Estate Agent Award 2010-2017 (voted by the public).

United Nations Day at Northvail Elementary School

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PARSIPPANY — Northvail Elementary School recently celebrated United Nations Day. The seven countries represented were China, India divided into Northern and Southern India, Ireland, Egypt, Zimbabwe and Greece. Parents, families and friends hosted exhibits that provided students with information about the history, customs, clothing, entertainment and traditions of their respective countries. The event lasted the entire school day giving each class a designated period of time to circulate throughout the auditorium from country to country. 

The purpose of the event was to cultivate global citizenship in the students. They were encouraged to ask questions and to celebrate cultural differences. It was amazing how engaged, curious and receptive they were to learning about various cultural nuances.

At Northvail, they believe that it is important for the students to learn at a young age about accepting those that are different from them. There is also an underlying message of tolerance and to be respectful of things that are unfamiliar. 

Special thanks to the Northvail parents and friends for volunteering their time and providing us with an opportunity to celebrate all the richness and benefits in being a diverse community.

Randolph Man Charged With Unlawful Possession of Weapons

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MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chief David Stokoe of the Randolph Township Police Department announce the arrest of Lawrence W. Ball, 60, Randolph, on numerous weapons related charges.

Randolph Township Police made contact with the defendant due to a report of him making obscene gestures towards others. Thereafter, the Randolph Police Department, in conjunction with the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Homeland Security Unit, initiated a suspicious person investigation which ultimately led to a search of the defendant’s home where numerous prohibited weapons were located. Specifically, law enforcement officers seized 5 air/pellet guns, 51 daggers, 33 slingshots, and 11 metal knuckles from the defendant.

The defendant was charged on Monday, February 26 with the following offenses: Five counts of second-degree Certain Person Not to Possess a Weapon (Air Gun/BB Gun) in violation of J.S.A. 2C:39-7B(1); Three counts of fourth-degree Certain Persons to Have a Weapons (51 daggers, 33 slingshots, 11 metal knuckles) in violation of J.S.A. 2C:39-7A and Three counts of fourth-degree Possession of Prohibited Weapons and Devices (51 daggers, 33 slingshots, 11 metal knuckles) in violation of J.S.A. 2C:39-3E.

The Defendant is currently lodged at the Morris County Correctional Facility in accordance with Criminal Justice Reform.

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.

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