PARSIPPANY — More than 600 students received degrees from New York Institute of Technology as fall graduates of the Class of 2018. The following local students earned degrees:
Hardik Pravinbhai Soneji graduated with a MS degree in Computer Science.
Karan Sandip Sheth graduated with a MS degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
NYIT (New York Institute of Technology) offers 90 degree programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees, in more than 50 fields of study, including architecture and design; arts and sciences; education; engineering and computing sciences; health professions; management; and osteopathic medicine. A non-profit independent, private institution of higher education, NYIT has 9,000 students at campuses in New York City (Manhattan) and Long Island (Old Westbury) in New York; Jonesboro, Arkansas; Vancouver, British Columbia; and in various programs around the world. NYIT sponsors 13 NCAA Division II programs.
NYIT is guided by its mission to provide career-oriented professional education, offer access to opportunity to all qualified students, and support applications-oriented research that benefits the larger world. More than 100,000 graduates have received degrees from NYIT. For more information, visit nyit.edu.
PARSIPPANY Meet two-year-old French Bulldog/Staffy mix, Honey! This sweet girl recently was taken in by Wise Animal Rescue (W.A.R.) when her family could no longer care for her.
Honey is as sweet as her name suggests. She is a bit nervous right now because she is confused as to where her family is but with some reassuring whispers and gentle pets, she will be your best friend!
Honey previously lived with young children but we are waiting until she is a bit more confident to introduce her to other animals.
She is potty trained and not destructive when left alone.
For right now, she needs a quiet home where she can feel safe and comfortable. We know that once she has some time to adjust, she will be a fantastic dog ready to play and cuddle!
To foster or adopt Honey, please apply on our website:
To foster click here; To adopt click here.
PARSIPPANY — Due to a motor vehicle crash into a utility pole, Littleton Road is closed at Parsippany Blvd for all southbound traffic. Southbound traffic must take Parsippany Road (which brings you towards Route 287) or Parsippany Boulevard (which brings you towards Route 46 East and West).
Littleton Road is closed at the Route 80 West on ramp near Cherry Hill Road for all northbound traffic. Northbound traffic will have to go onto Route 80 West and get back off on Cherry Hill Road which intersects with Route 46 East and West.
PARSIPPANY — The Morris County Organ Transplant Group donated two copies of the book, “Surrender: What My Liver Transplant Taught Me About Control and Self Acceptance” to the Parsippany Library System.
Jayne Beline, Library Director, accepted the books at the group’s August meeting.
Written by Jessica Zampieri, the book is about hope and self acceptance and life lessons learned as the author underwent a lifesaving liver transplant at age 28.
The Morris County Organ Transplant Group is an official regional group of the NJ Sharing Network.
For more information on the Morris County group call Nick at (973) 984-6966 or e-mail mcorgantransplantgroup@gmail.com. More information on NJ Sharing Network, including upcoming activities by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — On Sunday, August 5, the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will commemorate the life of Raoul Wallenberg.
Mr. Wallenberg, was a Swedish Diplomat stationed in Hungary during World War II. Appalled at the human rights crisis that surrounded him, Mr. Wallenberg took action and proceeded to issue passports to the Jewish people who were being targeted under the Nazi regime. Due to Mr. Wallenberg’s heroism, he was able to save 100,000 Jewish people from persecution. Please join us as a community to remember a true Hero and honor his commitment of “Courage and Compassion” to others.
This event will take place in Smith Field at the corner of Baldwin Road and Route 46 starting at 1:00 p.m.
PARSIPPANY — Street Hassle moved their performance inside to Liquid Church due to the heavy rains throughout Thursday and performed to a very active, fun, dancing audience.
Street Hassle is a “Powerful Horn Band” with skilled area musicians that enjoy performing interpretations of Classic Rock, Blues, Motown and Pop. They are energetic and an entertainingly enjoyable band. They also cut from 60’s classic rock to 70’s disco and can ease their way through a 200+ song catalog to excite the most diverse crowd.
Next Wednesday, August 8, B Street Band will be taking the stage at Veterans Park at 7:30 p.m. depending on weather.
Members of NJ Sharing Network: Mool Singhi, Lois Brown and Cindylu FitzpatrickProvident Bank is a Platinum Sponsor of the Parsippany Summer Concert SeriesModera Parsippany is a Sponsor of the Parsippany Summer Concert SeriesMayor Michael Soriano introducing “Street Hassle”National AnthemMembers of Street Hassle performingMembers of Street Hassle performingMembers of Street Hassle performing
MORRIS COUNTY — Mikie Sherrill suggested a new standard for political campaigns and called on Jay Webber to return campaign resources raised with Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton. She justified the call for action on one vote Senator Cotton cast against extending the National Flood Insurance Program, a vote with which Jay disagreed. In response, Jay Webber released the following statement:
“Two days ago, Mikie Sherrill made a ridiculous claim that candidates for Congress should return any campaign contributions from elected officials that hold even one differing position from their own. I reject that idea as silly. But if Mikie believes that is the appropriate standard by which to conduct a campaign, then we invite her to live up her own standard. At the same time, Mikie has the perfect opportunity to prove that she really does support the Law Enforcement community.”
Wednesday, at the eleventh hour, after weeks of standing firmly with the abolish-ICE crowd, and just before the Webber Campaign held a press event with two Sheriffs and a former ICE agent to stand with ICE, Mikie Sherrill flip-flopped, issued a statement, and finally claimed she actually does not support the abolition of ICE. But Mikie has received $91,500 in campaign contributions from 33 Democratic Members of Congress who recently refused to support ICE on a vote in the House. So if Mikie really stands with ICE, and she believes that good-campaigning standards require the return of contributions from Members of Congress who cast even a single vote with which a candidate disagrees, then Mikie must now take immediate steps to return that money to those Members of Congress.
“Unless Mikie blatantly refuses to apply the same standards to herself as she would apply to others, Mikie will return those contributions right now. After months of running with the abolish-ICE crowd, it would be a strong show of support for the brave women and men who put themselves in harm’s way to keep our community safe from child predators and drug dealers. Failure to do so would be rank hypocrisy, coming on the heels of a massive flip-flop. It would also tell us where Mikie really stands when it comes to abolishing ICE.”
PARSIPPANY — Spencer Savings Bank recently awarded $26,000 in scholarships to 34 gifted students in local high schools and middle schools during a scholarship ceremony marking the bank’s 16th year supporting education dreams.
Lawrence Ullman Jr. (Parsippany Hills High School) received a $1,000 scholarship and Bryan Tavarez (Central Middle School) received a $500 scholarship, in the form of a Coverdell Education Savings Account (CESA).
Students from various New Jersey school districts, within Spencer’s market area, received scholarships for their academic success, community service work and school activity involvement. High school students each received a $1,000 check and middle school students each received a tax-advantaged Coverdell Education Savings Account (CESA) with $500 deposited, to encourage future saving. The Spencer staff surprised the students at their local school ceremonies and presented them with certificates. All of the students, and their family members, were then invited to the annual Spencer scholarship ceremony where guests enjoyed a light buffet dinner, received gifts, took photos with Executive Management and connected with bank staff.
“Education is the key to a bright future, and Spencer is very proud to support these students in pursuit of one,” stated Jose B. Guerrero, Spencer’s Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer. “Spencer’s yearly scholarship program helps fund dreams. These gifted students are doing great work and will develop into our future leaders. We encourage them to reach for the stars and to join Spencer, one day, in making a true difference in their community. Congratulations Class of 2018!”
For decades, Spencer has been supporting programs that help grow and develop children and youth in the community. The bank is fully committed to making a true difference in their lives. Since its inception in 2002, the Spencer Scholarship Program has awarded almost $400,000 in scholarships to local students. Spencer also sponsors a financial education program where thousands have benefitted with increased financial literacy. Annually, the staff also visits schools to personally teach children lessons on financial empowerment. For this and more information on all of the bank’s extensive corporate philanthropic work click here.
About Spencer Savings Bank: Spencer Savings Bank, a community bank headquartered in Elmwood Park, N.J., has been serving its local communities with integrity and pride for more than 75 years. The bank has over $2.7 billion in total assets and operates 21 branches throughout New Jersey. Spencer specializes in delivering premier banking products and services for consumers and businesses.
PARSIPPANY — Congratulations to Jackie Wolf for graduating from Stevenson University on May 17, 2018. We wish Jackie the best of luck in the future! Jacqueline is a 2014 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School.
Stevenson University is a coeducational, independent institution widely known for its unique synthesis of traditional liberal arts education and exceptional career preparation.
The 4,200 students receive an innovative education from the six academic schools- Business and Leadership, Design, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Sciences, and Graduate and Professional Studies. Each student experiences individual attention from faculty members and extensive career preparation gained through real-world training.
Two ideal locations just north of Baltimore, Maryland, in Stevenson and Owings Mills, make the University truly unique.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Resident Nicolas Limanov organized a comedy night held at the PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road, to raise money for Hannah Cerullo.
Limanov, along with Parsippany IHOP General Manager Jonathan Lemus presented the Cerullo family with over $300.00 in checks raised during the event.
The event “Yellow for Hannah” featured five comedians and two DJ’s. Tickets included all you can eat chicken, pepper steak, rice, vegetables, and beverages provided by IHOP.
Hannah Cerullo, a student at Brooklawn Middle School, was admitted to Morristown Memorial Goryeb Children’s hospital after complaining about abdominal pain.
Doctors performed several scans and found a baseball size mass on her left kidney. She underwent surgery to remove her left kidney and the mass. During surgery, they placed a port in her chest for treatments and better access to her veins.
One week later the pathology was back. The Pathology results showed that Hannah has Wilms Tumor; a pediatric cancer. Hannah was diagnosed with stage four cancer due to the disease spreading to her lungs and liver. Since diagnosis, Hannah hasn’t stopped fighting. She has undergone multiple rounds of aggressive chemo with many more to go, full radiation to the abdomen and full radiation to the chest. Although the treatments have proven to be effectively attacking the cancers, they are also taking a toll on Hannah. Since diagnosis, she has been in and out of the hospital on a regular basis undergoing transfusions, getting boosters and treating fevers.
The Cerullo family cannot begin to express their gratitude regarding the outpouring of support given by family, friends and community members while they once again go face to face in a battle against cancer. This time it is their sweet Hannah Girl, Warrior Princess.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township has rescheduled the concert for Thursday, August 2, to the Liquid Church due to inclement weather.
Street Hassle is still scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. Please be advised that there are no pets or outside food allowed in Church. Additionally the Church has plenty of seating and parking.
Liquid Church is located at 299 Webro Road.
Street Hassle is a “Powerful Horn Band” with skilled area musicians that enjoy performing interpretations of Classic Rock, Blues, Motown and Pop. They are energetic and an entertainingly enjoyable band. They also cut from 60’s classic rock to 70’s disco and can ease their way through a 200+ song catalog to excite the most diverse crowd.
MORRIS COUNTY — Due to an increase in human trafficking violations in the Dominican Republic (DR,) Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) has introduced a Senate Resolution that would urge New Jersey residents to immediately cease travel to the Dominican Republic, unless the country takes action to combat the epidemic of sex tourism within the nation’s borders.
Senator Joe Pennacchio has introduced a resolution that would urge NJ residents to cease travel to the Dominican Republic, unless the country takes action to combat the epidemic of sex tourism within the nation’s borders.
“Human trafficking is modern-day enslavement in which innocent people, particularly young children, are abducted, sold, and forced into the heartbreaking sex-trade and forced labor industry,” Pennacchio said. “The Dominican Republic’s beautiful beaches and mountains cannot cover-up the fact that it’s also the world’s most dangerous tourist destination for at-risk children. Ending human trafficking is not a partisan issue. This is about human rights.”
Six million tourists visit the Dominican Republic (DR) every year. The DR is frequently cited as a world capital for sex tourism. Victims of the sex-trade industry are frequently found on street corners, beaches, parks, and other popular tourist destinations throughout the Dominican Republic.
One in four of these women were forced into sexual exploitation before their 18th birthday, according to the International Justice Mission.
Senator Joe Pennacchio’s new resolution, SR-91, aims to expose the Dominican Republic’s failure to implement protocols that would identify and assist human trafficking victims, raise awareness, and encourage the people of New Jersey to take a stand by refusing to travel to the nation. The resolution was officially introduced in the State Senate on July 1, 2018.
Over the past five years, the Dominican Republic has grown into a global source for women and children who are forced into sex trafficking; as well as young men who are sold into forced labor. In 2017, children represented more than 50 percent of the human trafficking population in the Dominican Republic.
Every year, more than a million children are exploited in the global sex-trade industry. This commercial sex-tourism market includes tourists from the United States and other countries, who travel to destinations commonly known for legal prostitution, such as the Dominican Republic. In addition to tourist destinations, the international sex-trade is fueled by weak law enforcement and dark corners of the internet.
Senator Pennacchio has sponsored a number of bills to protect children from violence.
In addition to SR-91, Senator Pennacchio also co-sponsors the “Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Prevention Act,” which would require manufactures and sellers of internet-connected devices to block websites known to facilitate human trafficking. The bill would establish a reporting website or call center, this tool would allow consumers to report unblocked obscene material.
“We cannot in good faith encourage our residents to visit the Dominican Republic,” Pennacchio added. “The DR has repeatedly failed to fully comply with the minimum global standards for eliminating human trafficking. I strongly believe that this legislation could be a critical step in our fight to end the cycle of sex tourism. 20 million people worldwide are victims of human trafficking. We must stand up and fight on their behalf in any way we can. I call on my colleagues in the Legislature to join me in this bold effort to stop these atrocities, once and for all.”
A copy of Senator Pennacchio’s Senate Resolution can be found here.
MORRIS COUNTY — Layups 4 Life’s chose to support two current clinical trials being held at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to donate their proceeds from their 2017-2018 fundraising events.
One trial supports CAR T cell therapy and the other focuses on Epigenetics.
This season was a special one as the organization hit a big fundraising milestone and grew as an organization. The ability to accomplish these milestones could not have been achieved without the generosity of their supporters.
This year, Layups 4 Life raised $25,225; which is an all-time fundraising high for Layups 4 Life. That brings the grand fundraising total in four years of operation to $76,903! With those funds they have made contributions to Leukemia, Pediatric and Bone Marrow research departments; supporting one of the leaders in cancer research and innovation, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
CAR T Cell Therapy – Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T cell therapy falls under the immunotherapy category of cancer treatments. That means harnessing the power of the body’s immune system to fight cancer. In CAR T cell therapy immune cells are removed from a patient, armed with new proteins that allow them to recognize cancer, and given back to the patient in large numbers. These cells persist in the body, becoming “living drugs.” This treatment has been successful in treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). In addition to expanding research into leukemias, the team is also looking into other cancers including lymphoma, lung cancer, breast cancer, mesothelioma, ovarian cancer and multiple myeloma, where this treatment can be utilized. Here is a great article that further discusses CAR T Cell Therapy
Epigenetics – is a type of cancer treatment that looks at cells on a molecular level. This approach heavily involves basic scientists and cancer researchers working together to figure out why one cell turns cancerous and another does not. While most cancer treatments aim to kill the cancer cell, epigenetics’ aim is to correct the cancerous cell and return it to the normal functioning state. Currently there are several trials through different types of cancer focusing on epigenetics to cure patients. The cancer areas include leukemia, pediatric brain tumors, and other blood cancers. To learn more about Epigenetics.
PARSIPPANY — LongHorn Steakhouse, 690 Route 46, will be holding a “Dine-to-Donate” event on Tuesday, August 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
10% of the proceeds will be donated to the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. Just mention to your server that you are dining to help Kiwanis Club.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany currently supports nine K-Kids clubs: Lake Parsippany Elementary School; Eastlake Elementary School: Mt. Tabor Elementary School; Littleton Elementary School, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School, Troy Hills Elementary School, Northvail Elementary School, Knollwood School and Rockaway Meadow Elementary School, two builders clubs, Central Middle School and Brooklawn Middle School; two Key Clubs, Parsippany Hills High School and Parsippany High School and one Aktion Club.
Just recently Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany submitted an application to Kiwanis International to include Intervale Elementary School as part of the K-Kids program, and Seton Hall University as part of the Circle K International.
They also raise funds and donates to the Parsippany Food Pantry, Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, Parsippany PAL Youth Center, Parsippany High School Scholarship Program, Parsippany Hills High School Scholarship Program, Parsippany Child Day Center, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey, Camp Nejeda, NJ Sharing Network, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of Parsippany, Parsippany Project Graduation, Jersey Battered Women’s Services, Family Promise of Morris County, Parsippany Little League West, Parsippany Little League East to name a few.
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.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chief of Investigations Stephen Wilson announce nine promotions effective on Monday, July 30, to fill vacant positions in the Prosecutor’s Office. These vacancies were created by previous promotions in the office, as well as retirements. The following personnel will be promoted and assigned as indicated below:
Prosecutor Knapp and Chief Assistant Prosecutor McNamara
Senior Trial Counsel and Supervising Assistant Prosecutor John McNamara to Chief Assistant Prosecutor, will supervise the Appellate and Professional Standards Units. Chief Assistant Prosecutor McNamara joined the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office in 1996, left for a short time in 1998 for private practice, and was re-hired in 2000. During his tenure at the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, he served as the Chief of the Major Crimes Unit until being named the Supervising Assistant Prosecutor for the Professional Standards Unit. Chief Assistant Prosecutor McNamara is currently serving his fifth term as a designee to the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on Model Criminal Jury Charges, and is a member of the New Jersey Supreme Court Criminal Practice Committee.
Chief Wilson and Captain Dillard
Lieutenant V. Harrison Dillard to Captain, will command the six units that fall under the Special Operations Division including the Intelligence, Homeland Security, Fugitive, High Tech Crimes, Forfeiture, and Special Enforcement Units. Captain Dillard, a veteran of the United States Army, has over twenty-three years of law enforcement experience, including over thirteen years with the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. Prior to joining the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Captain Dillard spent four years with the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office and five years as a Military Police Officer in the United States Army. He is a lead instructor at the Undercover Narcotics Investigations Training (UNIT) course and the Top Gun training course for undercover drug investigations, and is also a certified expert in drug trafficking as determined by the Superior Courts of Morris and Passaic Counties.
Chief Wilson and Captain Kimker
Lieutenant Christoph Kimker to Captain, will command the various Units of the Specialized Crimes Division. Captain Kimker has been a member of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office since 2004 and an employee of Morris County since 1992, when he was hired by the County as an Environmental Specialist where he supervised the Environmental Services Unit. He has been assigned to the Major Crimes Unit, Arson/Environmental Crimes Unit, and the Specialized Crimes Division. Captain Kimker has also been a member of the Crisis Negotiation Team since 2008 and a Firearms Instructor since 2010.
Chief Wilson and Lt. Monrad
Sergeant Jan-Michael Monrad to Lieutenant, will supervise the various units of the Special Operations Division. Lieutenant Monrad has been a member of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office since 2002. Prior to joining the MCPO, he was a Patrol Officer and eventually Detective in the Boonton Township Police Department. Lieutenant Monrad has worked in the Special Enforcement Unit, Domestic Violence Unit, High Tech Crimes Unit, and Intelligence/Homeland Security Unit. He is recognized as an expert in electronic surveillance, and has conducted over 1,000 lawful intercepts of communications, many of which led to the convictions of illicit drug traffickers.
Chief Wilson and Lieutenant Ortiz
Sergeant Stephen Ortiz to Lieutenant, will continue to supervise the Specialized Crimes Unit inclusive of the Financial Crimes Unit, Insurance Fraud Unit, Fire Environmental Unit, and the Professional Standards Unit. Lieutenant Ortiz’s law enforcement career began in 1999 as a Sheriff’s Officer in the Union County Sheriff’s Office and then the New Jersey State Commission of Investigation. He has been a member of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office since 2004, and has worked in the Fraud and Insurance Fraud Units, the Intelligence Crime Task Force, and the Homeland Security Investigations Task Force. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist, and a Certified Arson Investigator.
Chief Wilson and Sergeant Gomez
Detective/Supervisor Michael Gomez to Sergeant, will supervise the Intelligence Unit. Prior to joining the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office in 2013, Sergeant Gomez served multiple overseas tours of duty in the United States Army. During a deployment in Afghanistan, he received a Bronze Star medal by then Secretary of the Army John McHugh for bravery and acts of merit while serving in a combat zone. Sergeant Gomez still serves today as a Special Agent in the US Army Reserves. His law enforcement career began in 2007, when he became a Patrol Officer with the Randolph Township Police Department. During Sergeant Gomez’s time in Randolph, he led the department in DWI arrests and was awarded multiple Life Saving Awards as well as the Honorable Service Award, and the Outstanding and Distinguished Service Award.
Chief Wilson and Sergeant Soulia
Detective/Supervisor Joseph Soulias to Sergeant, will continue to supervise the Financial Crimes, Insurance Fraud, Professional Standards and Fire/Environmental Crimes Units of the Specialized Crimes Division. Sergeant Soulias has been a member of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office since 2015, where he has been a member of the General Investigations Unit and Financial Crimes Unit. Prior to joining the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, he was a member of the New Jersey State Police where he retired after 25 years with the final rank of Lieutenant, and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office.
Chief Wilson and Det./Sup. LaGuerre
Detective Patrick LaGuerre to Detective/Supervisor, will continue in his assignment in the Office of the Chief of Investigations supervising Bias Crimes, Community Outreach, and Recruitment. Prior to joining the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office in 2013, Detective/Supervisor LaGuerre began his law enforcement career with the East Orange Police Department in 2000, where he was assigned to the Patrol, Criminal Investigation, Narcotics, Executive Protection, and the Enhanced Community Safety Team Units. He has been recognized in the past for disarming a middle school student carrying a handgun in a classroom, as well as arresting and prosecuting ten juveniles charged with Bias Intimidation, Criminal Restraint, and Harassment.
Chief Wilson and Det./Sup. Torres
Detective Julio Torres to Detective/Supervisor, will assist in the supervision of the Fugitive Unit. Detective/Supervisor Torres has been with the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office since 2002, during which time he has been assigned to the General Investigations, Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment, Megan’s Law, Intelligence/Narcotics, Major Crimes, and the Fugitive Units. Prior to joining the MCPO, Detective/Supervisor Torres worked as support employee with the Federal Bureau of Investigation/Newark Division, as well as a Detective with the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office. He is a certified Polygraph Examiner, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Crisis Negotiator, and Police Instructor. Detective/Supervisor Torres has also presented at the Morris County Police Academy on Sex Crimes, Gangs, and Major Crimes-Strict Liability investigations.
Prosecutor Knapp stated, “I am extremely proud to announce the promotion of these outstanding career law enforcement professionals. It is a tribute to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office that we have members with the expertise and experience of these individuals to fill vacancies created by recent retirements. I know that they will continue to serve the County of Morris with distinction”.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany wants to ensure that every child is prepared to learn and succeed in the classroom by providing free school supplies to Parsippany students most in need.
Items being sought include pencils, crayons, colored pencils, three-ring binders, scientific calculators, backpacks, pens, scissors, pencil sharpeners and pouches, paper, notebooks, composite books, glues sticks, highlighters, and any other school supply.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany set up drop off locations throughout Parsippany:
Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard, Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46; Boiling Springs Bank, 66 North Beverwyck Road; Dr. Phil Santiago, 75 North Beverwyck Road; IHOP, 792 Route 46; Family Bagels, 182 Parsippany Road (Green Hills Shopping Center) and Synergy Chiropractic, 125 Madison Street, Boonton. Items can be donated until August 16. After that date, anyone can drop off items at the Parsippany Human Services, 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha.
You can also join us for breakfast any Thursday at 7:15 a.m. to learn more about Kiwanis Club of Parsippany and drop off your donations at that time.
The supplies will be distributed through Parsippany Human Services for distribution to children in need. Any Parsippany student needing school supplies is suggested to call (973) 263-7163.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany said it has been getting calls from families in need for several weeks asking for help. Many of the parents are worried their kids won’t have what they need for school.
“Starting school off with the proper gear is important for a child’s wellbeing. We just want to make sure every child is prepared to learn and succeed in the classroom, so their school performance is not affected,” said Carol Tiesi, Board Member and Community Chairman.
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, 1315 Route 46. We are 70 members strong and growing. New members are always welcome. (Click here for more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany).
PARSIPPANY — In 2017, Former Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio was ordered by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO) to conduct an investigation of then Police Chief Paul Philipps for sleeping on duty while in uniform and never complied with the MCPO’s directive.
Parsippany Patch, Tap Into Parsippany and Parsippany Focus were all included in the correspondence between the complainant, Mr. Harrison and several officials from the Township and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.
Back in the summer of 2017 when Barberio was Mayor and Philipps was Police Chief of the Parsippany Police Department, an complaint was made to the MCPO about a video on YouTube showing Police Chief Philipps sleeping on duty and in uniform during some type of meeting. Click here for You Tube video.
According to a letter dated July 3, 2018 from Mayor Soriano’s Chief of Staff, Matthew Clarkin, to Mr. Harrison (Click here for letter) it says that the letter is in response to your emails attempting to find what the status of investigation PSU-17-0069 was. Mr. Clarkin goes on to say that the MCPO determined that there was insufficient evidence to warrant a criminal prosecution and that the investigation was returned to the Township for an administrative investigation. The letter then reads that the administrative investigation PSU-17-0069 was the responsibility of then Mayor James Barberio, who served as the appropriate authority under N.J.S.A. 40A-14-118 and in accordance with the Code of the Township. Mr. Clarkin then informs Mr. Harrison that a search of Township records was unable to locate any disposition of PSU-17- 0069. The letter then closes by saying that because of the passage of time and that Chief Philipps is no longer employed by the Township, the investigation PSU-17-0069 by the Township must now be deemed closed.
The emails that Parsippany Patch, Tap Into Parsippany and Parsippany Focus received, Mr. Harrison is questioning the content of Chief of Staff Clarkin’s letter by saying that his complaint number is PSU-17-0167 not PSU-17-0069.
The next issue that Mr. Harrison questions is a portion of the letter that says “Accordingly, given the passage of time (PSU-17-0069) was returned to former Mayor Barberio for his action on or about July 14, 2017”.
Mr. Harrison asks the following question: “If the matter was truly sent to the Township (Mayor Barberio) in mid-2017 as Lt. Kimker (MCPO) has told me, how could the matter be returned to Mayor Barberio when this letter clearly says it was sent to him to begin with?”
The next issue Mr. Harrison questions is about the investigation being closed because Chief Philipps is now retired. Mr. Harrison says he made the complaint over the summer of 2017 and was told all along that his complaint was being investigated. As a matter of fact, according to the Township Clerk Mr. Khalid Madin’s email of May 8, 2018 says “I inquired with the Mayor’s Office and they indicated that there is still an open investigation on this (PSU-17-0069) matter”.
Mr. Harrison poses the next question to several Township officials who have never responded back to him. “If the investigation is deemed closed because this Chief of Police is no longer employed, then why was I told on May 8, 2018 that there was still an open investigation?
As listed on the web Chief Philipps retired on March 1, 2018 so why the conflicting message about it being closed because he left versus my complaint still being investigated as of May 8, 2018?” Mr. Harrison explains that he believes a cover-up is taking place and questions the current administration about how could the MCPO’s order an investigation to be conducted by then Mayor Barberio and Mayor Barberio simply refuse to do it? It is unknown if Chief Philipps retirement had anything to do with this sleeping complaint and the YouTube video, or potentially other outstanding investigations. Also, we were unable to determine if Philipps retired in “Good Standing”.
Philipps was promoted to Parsippany’s Chief of Police by Former Mayor James Barberio in March 2013.
Philipps, in an unrelated matter, testified under oath in 2014 that he has supported Barberio’s campaigns over the years and had recently attended a political function that Barberio hosted. Moreover, Philipps testified that he never took the Police Chief’s Civil Service Exam and admitted in Court, he was a political appointment. (Click here for audio).
Parsippany Focus has emailed the Mayor’s Office and Council members seeking comment as they were all included on the several emails Mr. Harrison wrote. Parsippany Focus also emailed Former Mayor James Barberio for comment.
At the time this article was published no one has responded to various questions that were asked by Parsippany Focus regarding this matter.
MORRIS TOWNSHIP — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Morris Township Police Chief Mark DiCarlo, and Morristown Police Chief Peter Demnitz can confirm an active investigation into an incident that occurred on the evening of Saturday, July 28, in Morris Township.
On Saturday, July 28, at approximately 8:15 p.m., law enforcement was notified of an alleged burglary, which occurred on Frederick Place in Morris Township.
An unknown suspect, who was armed with a handgun, had attempted to make entry into the rear of a residence. During this attempt, the resident’s dog chased after the suspect, at which time it is believed that the suspect fired the handgun in the direction of the dog.
The fired shot is believed to have entered into a portion of the home. However, there were no injuries as a result of this event.
The home was occupied by the resident at the time of the incident. The suspect has been described by the resident of the home as a black male, with an athletic build, approximately 5-6” to 5-8”.
The suspect is believed to be in his late 20’s or early 30’s. The suspect’s hair has been described as short on the sides, with one inch twisted braids on top. He was further reported to be wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark colored pants, and wearing a black backpack.
Multiple law enforcement agencies have been actively involved in this investigation, including the Morris Township Police Department, the Morristown Police Department, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, and the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.
The investigation is active and ongoing, and law enforcement is seeking the public’s assistance with information. Anyone with any type of information is encouraged to contact the Morris Township Police at (973) 539-0777, Morris Township Detective Justin Crowell at (973) 326-7484, the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200, or the Morristown Police Department at (973) 538-2200. In addition, anyone with information regarding this incident may contact the Morris County Sheriff’s CrimeStoppers Program by clicking here, 973-COP-CALL or by using the free “P3 Tips” app on any mobile device. You will remain completely anonymous.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Acting Superintendent Colonel Patrick J. Callahan of the New Jersey State Police announce the arrest of Chevron B. Rolle, 20, of Far Rockaway, New York, on charges stemming from a motor vehicle crash that occurred during the early morning hours of Sunday, July 29.
It is alleged that on the morning of Sunday, July 29, Chevron Rolle was the driver of a motor vehicle involved in a single vehicle crash that occurred near mile post 26 of Interstate 80 Westbound in Mount Olive Township.
The investigation revealed that there was one other passenger in the vehicle at the time of the crash.
The passenger, who was later identified as Maneya Green, 18, of New York City, New York, died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash.
It is further alleged that after the crash, Rolle initially provided false information to the responding officers regarding the circumstances surrounding the crash and the occupants of the vehicle.
In addition, Rolle exhibited signs of being under the influence. Rolle has been charged by way of Warrant-Complaint with one count of Reckless Vehicular Homicide, a crime of the second degree, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:11-5a; one count of Obstructing Administration of Law, a crime of the fourth degree, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:29-1a, and one count of Possession of Marijuana, a disorderly persons offense in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10a.
Members of the New Jersey State Police and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit contributed to this investigation.
Editors Note: A 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.
MORRIS COUNTY — The ACLU of New Jersey filed suit against twelve school districts throughout New Jersey, spanning from Camden County in the south to Sussex County at the state’s northern edge. The school districts, scattered throughout ten counties, all require forms of state-issued identification that require Social Security numbers or valid immigration status as a condition for students to enroll in school, a requirement that New Jersey law clearly forbids.
At recent Township Council meeting, residents were concerned that out of town residents were registered in our school system, and it was brought up that the Board of Education does everything in their power to verify students enrolled in Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Schools. Parsippany abides by the guidelines. We are publishing this article to inform residents of some of the laws in the State of New Jersey.
The exclusionary policies are particularly disturbing in light of the climate of fear in immigrant communities, along with the number of schools that appeared on previous ACLU-NJ audits of discriminatory policies.
“New Jersey’s state Constitution calls for free public education, and that applies to every single child – no exceptions,” said ACLU-NJ Staff Attorney Elyla Huertas, who filed the lawsuits. “In a state where one in five residents is foreign-born, at a time when our president has made the exclusion of immigrants a key part of his policy agenda, it’s more important than ever for every school district in New Jersey to meet its obligations, both to New Jersey’s families and to the Constitution.”
The 12 districts, which include one charter school district, asked for state-issued identification that can only be obtained by someone with citizenship or a Social Security number:
• Harding Township School District (Morris County) – Click here for copy of complaint
• Northern Valley Regional High School District (Bergen County)
• Bellmawr School District (Camden County)
• Sterling Regional High School District (Camden County)
• Winslow Township School District (Camden County)
• East Orange Community Charter School (Essex County)
• West New York School District (Hudson County)
• Sea Girt School District (Monmouth County)
• Watchung Hills Regional High School District (Somerset County)
• Montague School District (Sussex County)
• Cranford School District (Union County)
• Allamuchy School District (Warren County)
State statutes, the New Jersey Constitution, and the U.S. Constitution, through case law settled since 1982, all forbid school districts from denying education to public school students based on their immigration status or the status of their parents.
The ACLU-NJ sued only the 12 districts with the most restrictive policies, but several others impose improper requirements that hinder enrollment by immigrant parents.
“Together, these policies add up to a quiet, daily injustice that allows discrimination to metastasize and that tells families, incorrectly and unconstitutionally, that they can’t access the fundamental rights they’re entitled to,” said ACLU-NJ Executive Director Amol Sinha. “Public schools exist to educate all of a community’s children. The stakes are too high to allow these unlawful and discriminatory policies to continue, especially here, especially now.”
In 2008 and 2014, the ACLU-NJ conducted audits of the state’s 560+ school districts to identify problematic enrollment requirements. Five of the districts sued today also appeared on the 2014 list of offenders, and two of those districts – Watchung Hills Regional High School District and Montague School District – were identified as having discriminatory policies both in 2008 and in 2014.
Sterling School District, Bellmawr Public Schools, Sea Girt School District, Watchung Hills Regional High School District, and Montague School District were on the list in 2014. Northern Valley, Watchung, and Montague were identified has having unconstitutional enrollment policies in 2008.
This is not the first time the ACLU-NJ has been forced to sue districts to ensure that all students who live in the district have access to school, regardless of immigration status. In the last four years, the ACLU-NJ has sued thirteen districts that had policies similar to those challenged today; in each instance the case settled after the district agreed to change its policy.
The ACLU-NJ calls on all of New Jersey’s school districts to remove unlawful barriers from their registration forms, and requests that the state Department of Education devote resources to ensure that school districts follow the constitutional and statutory mandate to educate all children regardless of immigration status.
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CAR T Cell Therapy – Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T cell therapy falls under the immunotherapy category of cancer treatments. That means harnessing the power of the body’s immune system to fight cancer. In CAR T cell therapy immune cells are removed from a patient, armed with new proteins that allow them to recognize cancer, and given back to the patient in large numbers. These cells persist in the body, becoming “living drugs.” This treatment has been successful in treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). In addition to expanding research into leukemias, the team is also looking into other cancers including lymphoma, lung cancer, breast cancer, mesothelioma, ovarian cancer and multiple myeloma, where this treatment can be utilized. Here is a great article that further discusses CAR T Cell Therapy
MORRIS TOWNSHIP — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Morris Township Police Chief Mark DiCarlo, and Morristown Police Chief Peter Demnitz can confirm an active investigation into an incident that occurred on the evening of Saturday, July 28, in Morris Township.
