Remy wants to be adopted for Christmas

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Remy wants to be adopted for Christmas

PARSIPPANY — Hi there! My name is Remy. I am a nine-year-old male Yorkshire Terrier fully grown at ten pounds.

I am a very calm boy looking for a quiet home where I can spend my days snuggling on someone’s lap! I came from a very unfortunate situation where my family could no longer keep me in order to make room for the baby on the way.

Grandma didn’t want me either and was unsure how to properly care for a dog. This left me neglected and scared of what will happen next.

I am working on trusting people again but I need a patient owner who is willing to bring me out of my shell. I have already started trusting my foster mom and she says I have lots of potential! I am house trained and working on my leash training. I do best with children above the age of twelve. I need to gain some confidence and I will be an amazing, lovable pup!

If you are interested in adopting Remy, please fill out an application by clicking here.

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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 $200.00 to $500.00. These fees help defray costs of veterinary and foster care and are tax deductible.

Hank Lyon will be retiring as Freeholder on December 31

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Hank Lyon will be retiring as Freeholder on December 31

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Freeholder Hank Lyon, who is retiring from the county governing board at the end of the year, was presented with a parting gift this week by his Freeholder colleagues: a retirement rocking chair.

Lyon, who is the youngest freeholder, at just 29-years-old, is in his sixth year as a freeholder. He told a holiday gathering at the County Administration Building in Morristown on Wednesday that he would be pursuing a law degree once he exits public life. He joked about being the youngest freeholder in county history (Hank was just 24 when first elected) and, maybe, coming back later in life to take a shot at being the oldest elected freeholder!

Congratulations to Freeholder Hank in his new life. Thanks for your service to the county!

Hank Lyon standing on his new rocking chair
Hank hugs John Cesaro
Debbie Smith talking to Hank Lyon

Fireman George Robinson recognized for 50 years of service

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Fireman George Robinson recognized for 50 years of service

PARSIPPANY — George Robinson was recognized for 50 plus years of dedicated service with the Rainbow Lakes Fire Company and the Township of Parsippany. He was honored at the Mansion recently with his family, members of the fire company, and elected officials in attendance.

George continues to faithfully serve along with his son Greg who is also a Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Firefighter.

District 5 will be escorting Santa on Sunday

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District 5 will be escorting Santa on Sunday

PARSIPPANY — Santa has informed Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 that he will be requiring assistance from them on Sunday December 17 to escort him through the District to visit everyone before Christmas.

Members will begin escorting Santa starting in the morning. Make sure to keep an eye out and listen for the sirens escorting Santa.

Incredible Charitable Event to Present Checks to Kids with Cancer Live

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Incredible Charitable Event to Present Checks to Kids with Cancer Live

PARSIPPANY — The reputable RHF Foundation is celebrating their 10th anniversary with a charitable gala on January 10, 2018. The monumental event will feature music by The Infernos and Julian & Dominique and will take place at renowned venue The Venetian in Garfield. Food and drinks will be served, and the foundation will present checks to 10 children ranging in age from one to 18 years old who are battling cancer. The foundation is currently at 50% of their goal and is now opening up their gala to those who are interested in purchasing tickets, a corporate table, or an event sponsorship. Take part of this extraordinary evening as you party with celebrities including Bart Oates of the NY Giants, famed boxer Bobby Czyz, NY Jets Players and many others all in the name of a heart-warming charity. The RHF Foundation is located at 100 Lanidex Plaza, Second Floor.

A Night to Remember

The night kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour followed by dinner, presentations, and dancing. The foundation will be honoring two notable donors, Thomas Geraghty of Paladin Insurance and Lettera and Mosiello, LLP. Being present for a night of celebration while checks are presented to the children who need them is an incredibly moving and special experience you won’t want to miss.

Every day an average of 43 children hear words that will change their lives forever: “You’ve got cancer.” Once a cancer diagnosis is determined, the associated medical bills frequently leave families with tremendous financial burdens.

RHF Foundation has raised over $750,000 in funds. Every single dollar goes to deserving organizations such as Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Newton Medical Center, The L.E.A.D. Program, and The Dean Michael Clarizio Cancer Foundation

A Company Who Cares

The RHF Foundation has had a successful decade to say the least. The owners of Residential Home Funding Corp. – one of America’s top mortgage companies – created the RHF Foundation in 2007. As successful business owners with big hearts, they know the importance of giving back, and place tremendous value on service. It is their kindness, passion, and generosity that fuels the RHF Foundation.

The Mission of the RHF Foundation is to “Provide Funding to Help Children with Acute Medical Conditions.” The RHF Foundation is committed to enhancing the healing environment for children with acute medical issues. Our goal is to fund programs that make hospital stays less frightening and more enriching for a child, as well as fund organizations that aide in the prevention of teen bullying and substance abuse.

“Our company is fully involved in providing support to the RHF Foundation. Every single dollar raised is given to the families and organizations we help, and our valued and dedicated employees volunteer their time for free.” – Tom Marinaro, President, Residential Home Funding.

Please join and help spread the word. Learn more and purchase tickets click here.

Study Shows CCM Provides Morris County with a $484 Million Impact

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Study Shows CCM Provides Morris County with a $484 Million Impact

RANDOLPH —  A recent study by Emsi, a leading provider of economic impact reports, shows that County College of Morris’ annual contribution to the Morris County economy equates to more than $484 million.

Analyzing data from Fiscal Year 2015-16, the study found that the $484 million impact on the county’s economic health includes the creation of new jobs, student spending and the contribution of alumni, largely related to the higher earnings of graduates as a result of obtaining a college degree.

The average annual salary of an associate degree holder at career midpoint in New Jersey is $60,300 compared to $47,200 for those with only a high school diploma. For students who go on to earn a bachelor’s degree, the average career midpoint salary is $91,300.

PayScale, which maintains the largest database of salaries worldwide, also has listed CCM as number one in New Jersey in terms of community college graduate salaries. According to PayScale’s 2017-18 salary report, the mid-career median pay of CCM alumni with an associate degree is $69,900, placing them higher than the state average and 57th nationwide among community and career college graduates.

The Emsi study additionally found that for every $1 students invest in their CCM education, they receive a minimum $4.40 in higher future earnings, equating to an average annual rate of return of 14.5 percent.  In comparison, the average annual 30-year return in the U.S. stock market is 10.1 percent.

“Most residents know that as an educational institution, CCM is a significant supplier of trained individuals who possess the knowledge and skills to contribute to society on multiple levels,” notes Dr. Anthony J. Iacono. “Not as many, however, realize the extent of the economic impact the college, its students and graduates have on the county. As this study shows, Morris County residents have multiple reasons to be proud of their community college.”

The study additionally showed that the college generates much more in tax revenue than it receives, providing a 17 percent return on investment. In Fiscal Year 2015-16, the college added about $220.1 million in tax revenue, stemming from graduates’ higher earnings and the increased output of businesses as a result of college purchases.

Also noted in the study is that the college is a major employer for the region with more than 850 full- and part-time faculty and staff.

To learn more about CCM click here.

Pinnacle Foods Named Processor of the Year

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Pinnacle Foods Named Processor of the Year

PARSIPPANY — Pinnacle Foods, a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products, has been named Processor of the Year by FOOD PROCESSING magazine.

The annual award was announced recently on the publication’s website. It recognizes a consumer packaged goods company that excels in sound financial performance, including expanding sales and profitability; innovative product development; leading manufacturing technology; managerial excellence; and general industry leadership and service.

“It is an honor for our entire team to be recognized for excellence in this wide array of functional expertise,” said Pinnacle Foods CEO Mark Clouse. “Our unique culture is based on a team of about 5,000 employees who have incredible passion for our purpose of Unleashing Brand Potential. We stay focused on the right priorities, working with speed and commitment to results.”

“As we researched the right company to win Processor of the Year, the list of outstanding aspects of Pinnacle Foods’ performance really stood out in the industry,” said Dave Fusaro, editor in chief, FOOD PROCESSING magazine.

“Pinnacle earned the award just 16 years after its founding and is just as deserving as prior winning powerhouses such as General Mills, PepsiCo and H.J. Heinz Co.” The December edition of FOOD PROCESSING magazine includes three feature stories detailing the key strategic strengths that were used to select Pinnacle Foods Inc. as the 2017 Processor of the Year.

Pinnacle Foods is a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products with a mission of unleashing brand potential. With annual sales in excess of $3 billion, our portfolio includes well-known brands competing in frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable formats, such as Birds Eye, Birds Eye Voila!, Duncan Hines, Earth Balance, EVOL, gardein, Glutino, Hungry-Man, Log Cabin, Udi’s, Vlasic, and Wish-Bone, along with many others. The company is headquartered at 399 Jefferson Road and has nearly 5,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada. For more information click here.

Murphy Selects Bergen Prosecutor Grewal as Attorney General

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Murphy Selects Bergen Prosecutor Grewal as Attorney General

TRENTON – New Jersey Governor-elect Phil Murphy has tapped an appointee of outgoing Gov. Chris Christie to be his attorney general.

Gurbir Grewal will be the first Sikh-American to serve as attorney general anywhere in America if confirmed by the state Senate. He’s been the Bergen County prosecutor for the last two years.

Gurbir Grewal

Senator Paul Sarlo (D-Bergen) issued the following statement on the announcement by Governor-elect Phil Murphy that he will nominate Bergen County Prosecutor Gurbir S. Grewal for the position of Attorney General:

“I am thrilled with the selection of Prosecutor Grewal to serve as the state’s next attorney general. He has served Bergen County with distinction and demonstrated an unwavering commitment to upholding the law.

“He also understands that as chief law enforcement officer, he has a responsibility to engage with and respond to concerns in the community and has done so with success. I witnessed firsthand his ability to communicate and connect with high school students on the dangers of the opioid epidemic as well as the dangers of gangs. He handled with great sensitivity the Wyckoff Police Department charges of racial bias and his recent interaction with the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department. I am confident he will be a national leader when it comes to racial justice and equality.”

 

Murphy noted his pledge to ensure his administration is as diversified as possible.

According to reports, Grewal insists it wasn’t easy to make the decision to take the job, given progress made on a number of fronts in Bergen County. Among the changes he says he’s made are protecting racial and ethnic minorities, providing greater transparency in law enforcement and addressing the opioid epidemic.

This appointment is the first cabinet level hire Murphy has made since last month’s election. He announced earlier that Lt. Governor-elect Sheila Oliver would serve as commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs.

Grewal’s selection is subject to Senate approval.

Team Soriano Endorses Mikie Sherrill

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Team Soriano Endorses Mikie Sherrill

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Mayor-elect Michael Soriano and Councilwomen-elect Janice McCarthy and Emily Peterson announced their support for Mikie Sherrill for Congress in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District.

“Since announcing her campaign in the spring, Mikie has shown that she has the poise, intelligence and strength to fight for the people of Parsippany and the 11th District in the House of Representatives,” Soriano said.  “I could not imagine a better representative for Morris County than a prosecutor and veteran of our armed forces.  We need a leader in Washington who will fight for our men and women in uniform, at home and overseas.”

Sherrill, a former helicopter pilot in the United States Navy, announced her candidacy in May.

Janice McCarthy added, “Mikie Sherrill: courage, character, proven leadership and judgment. Her credentials are unquestionable. She has served our country honorably and now represents our best hope for New Jersey’s future. She is a voice for a new generation; that’s why I’m supporting Mikie Sherrill for Congress to represent the 11th District.”

Janice McCarthy and Emily Peterson

“I fully support Mikie Sherrill for CD 11. Her military service and professional experience as a prosecutor compliment her compassion and commitment to working families in New Jersey. As a working mom myself, I couldn’t ask for a better representative in Washington,” stated Emily Peterson.

Soriano continued, “I had the privilege of knocking on doors with Mikie in Mount Tabor over the summer.  Nothing shows a commitment to learning the needs of the people quite like canvassing door-to-door.  I know that Mikie will spend 2018 running a grassroots campaign, knocking on doors across the 11th District and bringing the concerns of the people directly to Washington.  That’s how we begin to change our country for the better.”

Freeholders’ Annual Meeting Set For January 5

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Freeholders’ Annual Meeting Set For January 5

MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of Freeholders will hold its 2018 annual meeting on Friday, January 5, at 6:00 p.m. in the Freeholders’ Public Meeting Room in the County Administration and Records Building, 10 Court Street, Morristown.

At the meeting, newly elected Freeholder Heather Darling, of Roxbury will take the oath of office for a three-year term. She will replace Freeholder Hank Lyon, of Montville, who did not seek re-election to the county governing board.

The freeholders also formally will elect a director and deputy director for 2018 at that meeting.

The public is invited to attend this meeting.

For more information on Morris County government click here.

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