PARSIPPANY — A Colonial Heights, 300 Parsippany Road, resident responded to police headquarters to report a stolen package.
The victim advised Patrol Officer K. Hawthorne that a package that was marked delivered on Friday, September 28 was not present outside of her residence when she looked for it. The victim stated the package contained $150.00 worth of clothing.
This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.
PARSIPPANY — A measure to bolster security at the Statehouse complex and other state buildings was introduced by Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce. The resolution (AR189) calls for the FBI and Department of Homeland Security to evaluate procedures at state facilities and recommend public safety improvements to the state police.
Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce
“What we never want to happen is for an incident to occur and someone – a legislator, a visitor, or a staffer – to say we didn’t do enough to protect them,” said DeCroce (R-Morris).
State facilities are open to the public and are vulnerable to various threats including terrorist attacks and active shooters. Federal agencies have worked with Connecticut and other states to assess and strengthen state capital security.
The assessments will not cost the state any money.
“With new risks evolving every day, it makes sense to utilize federal resources to reduce risks and protect lives,” DeCroce said. “We can benefit from the leading edge tactics used to secure our nation’s most susceptible soft targets.”
A caseworker with the N.J. Division of Child Protection brought a weapon to the office in Paramus and took her own life. Another DCPP caseworker in 2014 was stabbed repeatedly by a client in the division’s Camden office.
“Political and terrorist attacks, mass shootings, and violence toward law enforcement and elected officials are very real risks that also endanger the general public,” said DeCroce. “Combining the knowledge and expertise of the State Police and the FBI is the best way to keep our buildings safe.”
While violent crime has significantly declined over the last number of years, violent political incidents seem to be increasing.
Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.) was shot by a rifle-wielding gunman in Alexandria Va. in June 2017, and a would-be assassin killed six people and gravely wounded Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.) in 2011.
“We have seen a significant spike in the number of violent protests and political discord dividing our nation. The volatile environment demands better security to protect lives in state buildings,” DeCroce concluded.
WASHINGTON — JBS Tolleson, Inc., a Tolleson, Ariz. establishment, is recalling approximately 6,500,966 pounds of various raw, non-intact beef products that may be contaminated with Salmonella Newport, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced.
The raw, non-intact beef items, including ground beef, were packaged on various dates from July 26, 2018 to September 7, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [Products List (PDF) (or XLSX) | Product Labels (PDF only)]
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 267” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations and institutions nationwide
On September 5, FSIS was notified of an investigation of Salmonella Newport illnesses with reported consumption of several different FSIS-regulated products by case-patients. The first store receipt potentially linking the purchase of FSIS-regulated product to a case-patient was received on September 19, 2018; FSIS was then able to begin traceback of ground beef products. To date, eight case-patients have provided receipts or shopper card numbers, which have enabled product traceback investigations. FSIS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state public health and agriculture partners have now determined that raw ground beef was the probable source of the reported illnesses. Traceback has identified JBS as the common supplier of the ground beef products. The epidemiological investigation has identified 57 case-patients from 16 states with illness onset dates ranging from August 5 to September 6, 2018. FSIS will continue to work with public health partners and will provide updated information should it become available.
Consumption of food contaminated with Salmonella can cause salmonellosis, one of the most common bacterial foodborne illnesses. The most common symptoms of salmonellosis are diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating the contaminated product. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Most people recover without treatment. In some persons, however, the diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized. Older adults, infants, and persons with weakened immune systems are more likely to develop a severe illness. Individuals concerned about an illness should contact their health care provider.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be frozen and in consumers’ freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website by clicking here.
FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume ground beef that has been cooked to a temperature of 160°F. Other cuts of beef should be cooked to a temperature of 145 °F and allowed to rest for at least three minutes. The only way to confirm that ground beef or other cuts of beef are cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature, click here.
Consumers with questions regarding the recall can contact the JBS USA Consumer Hotline at (800) 727-2333. Members of the media with questions regarding the recall can contact Misty Barnes, Public Relations Specialist at JBS USA, at (970) 506-7805.
PARSIPPANY — Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills announced the annual “Trunk or Treat” will be held on Wednesday, October 31 at Veteran’s Memorial Park from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
They are providing a safe and fun place for Parsippany children to “Trick or Treat.” The children will go trunk to trunk instead of door to door!
Decorate your vehicle and join in the fun!
For admission and registration information:
• Admission is NOT FREE. No registration needed: You MUST bring at least one bag of candy or “allergy friend treats” per child with at least 50 individually factory sealed treats to the event. Donations will be used to resupply vehicle registrants with candy so all children participating will receive candy.
• Due to the high demand of participants in previous years, any participants that arrive without the candy admission fee will be asked to leave and come back once they have the candy.
• Parking: Behind Houlihan’s ONLY. There will be no “Trick or Treater’s” parking within Veterans Park. Please follow “Event Parking” Signs.
• Handicap Parking: Handicap Parking will be provided at Veterans Park. Please proceed to the entrance of the Park and have your State Issued Handicap Parking Placard visible and staff will direct you to the correct lot.
• Trick or Treater’s will walk down the path from the event parking lot, cross the bridge into the park and hand in candy to receive their wristband and walk to the lot to participate. Follow Signs.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce will host a “Juice Up Your Morning” Breakfast Networking Event on Thursday, October 25, starting at 8:30 a.m.
The Juice Up Your Morning Networking Meetings are the perfect way to start your day! Members join the Chamber for some early morning networking and learn ways to address the day-to-day challenges that businesses face. At our events you’re sure to pick up a valuable tip or two that you can take back with you to the office to improve your bottom line. At our Breakfast Meetings each member has the opportunity to showcase their business with the group, and then there is plenty of time for networking.
For more information, visit our website by clicking here.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Indian American Impact Fund announced their list of Frontline Candidates, and among them was Morris County Clerk Candidate Shala (Shalini) Gagliardi. This nomination is the result of an extensive review seeking to identify talented Indian Americans running for office in competitive districts across the country.
“These candidates are fighting for our community’s values in some of the toughest terrain across the country,” said Deepak Raj, co-founder of Impact and chair of the Impact Fund, adding “That kind of commitment deserves our attention and respect, and that is why we established this new designation to raise their visibility among strategists, donors, and volunteers nationwide…..We are so grateful that these courageous candidates have stepped up to lead and will be watching these races closely on Election Day.”
“It is humbling to me that such a distinguished organization recognizes the importance of the race for Morris County Clerk.” stated Shala Gagliardi, who if elected, will be the first South Asian County Clerk in the history of Morris County.
The Indian American Impact Fund is an organization that invests in Indian American leaders from all sectors and builds a network of Indian American leaders in policy politics and government. For more information about the Indian American Impact Fund click here.
RANDOLPH — County College of Morris (CCM) is presenting five Career Showcases that are free and open to the public. The presentations include Morris County industry salaries, job responsibilities, current demand in the respective fields and what education is required to succeed in those fields.
The Graphic Design Showcase will be held on Thursday, October 11, 6:00 p.m., in the Sherman H. Masten Learning Resource Center, Room 121. On Thursday, October 25, the Hospitality and Culinary Arts Showcase will be presented in the Student Community Center, Davidson Rooms A and B, at 6:00 p.m.
On Monday, November 5, a Music Recording Showcase will be held at the Edward J. Yaw Music Technology Center at 6:00 p.m.
There are two more presentations scheduled in December. The Personal Trainer and Exercise Science Showcase will be held on Saturday, December 1, Student Community Center, Davidson Rooms A and B, at 10:00 a.m. The final presentation of the year, the Criminal Justice Showcase, will be held on Monday, December 10, 6:00 p.m. in the Student Community Center, Davidson Rooms A and B.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about certain majors and courses being offered at CCM that support some of the careers being featured at the showcases.
CCM is located at 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. All visitors attending the showcases may park in Lots 6 or 7.
To learn about the more than 45 associate degree programs offered at CCM click here. To find out about non-credit certificate programs click here.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Hills High School held its 8th Induction Ceremony Hall of Fame Class of 2018 on Saturday, September 29. PHHS Principal, Michael DiSanto, welcomed the audience and performed the induction of the honorees.
The Parsippany Hills High School Hall of Fame was established to honor graduates and faculty of Parsippany Hills High School who have made exceptional achievements in their field or unique contributions to their community.
Principal Michael DiSanto
This years inductees included: Eileen Ahlers, Class of 1973, Field Hockey, Basketball and Softball; Susan Bilotta, Class of 1980, Tennis, Founder of “Tips for Parkinson’s”; Steve Arienta, Class of 1996, Football and Wrestling; Fred Piotrowsky, head wrestling coach 1979-1992 and the 1990-1991 Boys Basketball Team, Iron Hills Conference Champions, Morris County Champions, Record 29-1.
National Anthem
Eileen Ahlers, Class of 1973
BS Health & Physical Education
Slippery Rock State College, Pa.
1969-197311 Varsity letter Winner in Field Hockey, Basketball & Softball
1969-70 PHHS Most Outstanding Freshman Athlete
1972-73 PHHS Most Outstanding Senior Athlete
1973 Booster Scholarship Winner Captain Field Hockey, Basketball & Softball
1985 Founded The Eileen McMillan Swimming Lessons;
providing opportunities for disabled children
2008-Established Firm Foundations Preschool on
Flat Head Indian Reservation in Ronan Montana
Accepting the award on behalf of his sister was Richard Ahlers
Susan Bilotta, Class of 1980
B.S. in Biology University of Richmond; MBA in Finance from Pace University
Member of PHHS Girls Tennis Team
1978-79 Morris County Champs
Ranked top 20 in Star-Ledger
Tennis – Captain Sr year Since 1985 – She is The Vice-President of Finance, Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation
2006 – Established “Tips for Parkinson’s” & raised over 2.5 million dollars for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
2014 – Selected to Leadership Council of the Michael J Fox Foundation
Susan Bilotta, Class of 1980
Steve Arienta, Class of 1996
Football – 1st Team All Conference
1st Team Daily Record All Area
1st Team All County
2nd team Section 2 Group 3 All State
1st team Morris County Coaches Association
NJ Coaches Association Top 100 Players in NJ
Wrestling –
2nd place Districts 94, & 96
1st place Districts
2nd place county tournament 95
1st Team All Area
School Record for pins in a season 20 1995
4th place county tournament
1st place regions
3rd place states 1996
1st place Hanover Park & Wayne Hills Tournament 94-96
1st team Daily Record All Area 1996
Professor of Criminal Justice – State University of New York
Curriculum Chair of Criminal Justice- State University of New York
(Westchester Community College)
2016 State University of New York Chancellor’s Award
for Excellence in Teaching Tenured, 2016
Steve Arienta, Class of 1996
Fred Piotrowsky
Head Wrestling Coach 1979-1992
1980-81 Coach of the Year Daily Record
1982-83 District IX Coach of the Year &
Daily Record Coach of the Year
1985 District IX Coach of year & Region III Coach of the Year
1979-80 District IX Champions
1980-81 IHC Conference Champions, District IX Champions
1982-83 IHC Conference Champions District IX Champions
1983-84 IHC Conference Champions
1984-1985 IHC Conference Champions District IX Champions
1986-87 IHC Conference Co-Champions
1988-89 IHC Conference Co- Champions
Overall record 86-19-1
NJSCA & NJSIAA Coaches HOF
Coach Fred Piotrowsky
1990-1991 Boys Basketball Team
Iron Hills Conference Champions
Morris County Champions Record 29-1
Team Members: Randy Bargfrede, Craig Harley, Andy Piombino, Danon Rudolph, Eric Schreiner, Glenn Sekunda, Arik Cotten, Ron Aromin, Victor Lin, Martin Skolinck, Peter Arnold, Joseph Barone, Kevin Clarke, Paul Dattolo, Ben Marashlian, Russell Smith, Dennis James Head Coach – Rich Fachet
Assistant Coach – Rob Costello
Assistant Coach – Carl Katzenberger
Basketball: Past and PresentPrincipal Michael DiSanto holding the plaque being presented to 1990-1991 Boys Basketball TeamSteve Arienta, family and friendsSusan Bilotta and familyThe Piotrowsky familyTennis: Past and PresentThe CoachesWrestling: Past and Present
How Do I Nominate Someone? Complete the nomination form, available at the Parsippany Hills High School website, being sure to include all requested information.
When Is The Deadline For Nomination? Nomination forms must be received by January 31.
How Will Inductees Be Recognized? The nominees to be inducted into the Parsippany Hills Hall of Fame will be honored at an annual ceremony. Recipients will receive an engraved memento and will be recognized on a plaque in the hall of Parsippany Hills High School.
Where Do I Send My Nomination Form? Susan Bonnet, c/o Parsippany Hills High School, 20 Rita Drive, Morris Plains, NJ 07950.
Inductees are selected from five categories: Academic and/or Career Recognized as a respected leader in his or her profession who has demonstrated unique talents and/or career accomplishments and has helped improve the quality of life. Athletic Recognized for outstanding athletic accomplishments while attending Parsippany Hills High School. Cultural/Performing Arts Recognized for achievements in the cultural, visual, performing arts and/or for contributions to the promotion of cultural activities on a local, state and/or national level. Major Contributions to Parsippany Hills High School Recognized for promoting Parsippany Hills High School and, by example or by sustained contribution, serving as a major influence in the lives of PHHS students. Special Honorary Achievement Recognized for special contributions and service to Parsippany Hills High School and to the community, although not necessarily a graduate.
PARSIPPANY — Capone, aka Mr. Kitty, is an indoor/outdoor cat. He got out without his collar, on Saturday, September 22, and is believe someone may have mistaken him for a stray or as being abandoned. He is the friendliest cat in the world and will walk right up to anyone and plop on his back as if he’s demanding you to rub his belly. He’s been a part of the family since we got him from the Parsippany Animal shelter as a kitten almost ten years ago and is a celebrity in the Dartmouth Village apartment complex.
The neighbors last saw him around 4:00 p.m. on September 22 and was noticed missing around 8:00 p.m., so it is believed he was taken between these hours. Being an indoor/outdoor cat, it’s difficult to keep him inside. So if a nearby neighbor had him in their apartment and let him out, he would have come home by now. For this reason, it is believed he may be out of the area. The owners put signs and posters all over Lake Hiawatha and have ads on Facebook and Craigslist.
Myself, my other cat – his brother, and the extended community are really reeling from this loss as he was quite a character. The owner is offering a $300 reward for his return.
Anyone with information on a cat taken from the Dartmouth Village vicinity, can call the owner directly at (973) 602-7290, or drop Capone off at my apartment at 270 Baldwin Road, Apartment F20.
Alternatively, they can drop him off at the Dartmouth Village leasing office and he will walk home to his home.
Boomer achieves Certification for Sheriff’s K-9 Section
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Sheriff’s Office adopted a dog from the Parsippany Animal Shelter to be trained as a single purpose explosive detection dog. When K9 Boomer was adopted he was just eight months old. The German Shepherd / Labrador mix was selected after passing the Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Section’s rigorous preliminary testing standards.
Sheriff James M. Gannon said, “From shelter to a hard working K-9 team, we welcome Boomer to our law enforcement family.”
Opportunity struck when Sheriff’s Detective Corporal Mike McMahon was attempting to adopt a bearded dragon for his son. Parsippany Animal Control Officer Kaitlin Kopshaw spoke to Detective Corporal McMahon about the dog, then known as Becker, expressing he could be a good candidate for police work. The dog had been to a few homes, but returned after a short time due to having a tremendous amount of energy. Detective Corporal McMahon met the dog and conducted preliminary tests of the dog’s abilities.
Sheriff’s Detective Corporal Mike McMahon with BoomerSheriff’s Detective Corporal Mike McMahon
On September 18, 2017, the shelter dog was evaluated by Detective Sergeant Aaron Tomasini and Detective Corporal McMahon where he qualified to receive training as an explosive detection dog. Boomer was re-named and will become the Morris County Sheriff’s Office 29th Single Purpose Specialty Dog in the history of the K-9 Section.
Morris County Sheriff’s Office K9 Boomer has completed his Explosive Detection Initial Certification with his K-9 handler, Detective Michael Carbone. K9 Boomer, a twenty-one month old German Shepherd / Labrador Mix has been trained at the Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Training Academy. His incredible sense of smell makes him a vital resource to Law Enforcement all over Morris County. He is assigned identification #K9 229 and has quite the success story, going from a shelter dog to being one of the highly trained dogs working in the Sheriff’s K-9 Section.
After 14 weeks of training, Boomer is able to sniff out 21 explosives-associated odors and their derivatives.
Sheriff James Gannon
“The K-9 Section has trained Boomer over the last year to perform his expected duties while continuing to provide a high level of service to the residents of Morris County at no expense to the taxpayers,” said Gannon.
Detective Sergeant Aaron Tomasini
“An opportunity like this doesn’t present itself very often. Having the ability to create a happy ending of a bad situation is truly inspiring. It just proves that every dog has a purpose,” said Detective Sergeant Aaron Tomasini of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Section.
Detective Sergeant Aaron Tomasini holds a bag of HMX explosives that Boomer sniffed out from a series of bags laying on the groundBoomer sniffing a car for explosives. Inside the trunk was a detonation cordDetective Sergeant Aaron Tomasini holding the detonation cord Boomer sniffed out
Detective Michael Carbone currently works with three K9 dogs: Loco; Willie, who will soon be retiring, and Boomer. When they are not busy working the dogs resides with Detective Carbone. When asked Carbone, where does Willie go when he retires? He replied very quickly without hesitation, “I will be keeping him, he has been with me for many years, and I have grown attached to him.”
The neighbors last saw him around 4:00 p.m. on September 22 and was noticed missing around 8:00 p.m., so it is believed he was taken between these hours. Being an indoor/outdoor cat, it’s difficult to keep him inside. So if a nearby neighbor had him in their apartment and let him out, he would have come home by now. For this reason, it is believed he may be out of the area. The owners put signs and posters all over Lake Hiawatha and have ads on Facebook and Craigslist.
