Gourmet Cafe Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary

Frank L. Cahill
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Gourmet Cafe Celebrates 15 Year Anniversary

PARSIPPANY — The Gourmet Cafe Italian Restaurant celebrated its 15th year in business with a cocktail party celebration on Sunday, June 26.

Frank Cahill, Chairman of Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee presented Matt with a plaque congratulating his 15 years in business.

Frank Cahill, Chairman of Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee presented Matt with a plaque congratulating his 15 years in business.

Since May of 2008, Matthew Pierone, chef and owner of Gourmet Café has made it a priority to utilize his restaurant as a way to raise money for many local non-profit organizations. Prior to opening the restaurant, Matt had always been personally involved with charity donations so he wanted his business to do the same. With the belief that as a part of the community it is necessary to help give back to those in need, “Make a Difference Mondays” donates 10% of the day’s sales to a designated non-profit organization. Matt’s generosity applies to all sales for lunch, dinner, take-out, and even gift certificates purchased that day. Gourmet Café has built an incredible reputation for its award-winning cuisine and exceptional service. Matt’s talent and passion for creating delicious, high quality, and unique Italian dishes is undeniable to his customers. However the same goes for his caring heart. Any regular patron can vow to the daily welcoming and accommodating environment of the restaurant, yet on Mondays that feeling is even greater. Matt describes, ‘That is the best part. People all have their place in giving back with what they are able to do. Working here 90 hours/week, I don’t have hours to volunteer, but this is my way of helping. It’s something I am proud to be able to do. It also gives residents another way to help – just by enjoying a nice meal. To date Matt has donated close to $100,000 with his “Make a Difference Mondays” program.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Michael dePierro congratulates Matthew Pierone

Many local officials were on hand to celebrate including Mayor Jamie Barberio, Council President Michael dePierro, Council  Vice President Loretta Gragnani and Councilman Frank Neglia. From the Chamber of Commerce were President Robert Peluso, Executive Board Member Frank Cahill and Board Members and Nicolas Limanov and Ildiko Peluso.  Morris County Clerk and Former Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce also attended the celebration. In addition, Adam Kandil, member of Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee.

Frank Cahill, Chairman Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee presented Matthew Pierone with a plaque congratulating his 15 year in business. From left to right: Frank Cahill, Matt, Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi and Mayor James Barberio
Matthew Pierone, Nicolas Limanov, and Patrick Minutillo
Matt and his children, Sofia and Dean
Patrick Minutillo and Former Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce
The Gourmet Cafe Italian Restaurant celebrated its 15th year in business with a cocktail party celebration on Sunday, June 26

Morris County Sons of Italy Held Successful Charity Golf Outing

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Morris County Sons of Italy Held Successful Charity Golf Outing

PARSIPPANY — Following a two-year hiatus thanks to the pandemic, Morris County Sons of Italy – Lodge 2561 once again held their Annual Basil Ricci Memorial Charity Golf Outing on Thursday, July 7 at Parsippany’s Knoll Country Club West.

The event, the compilation of a lot of hard work by many of the Lodge’s “golf committee” members was a huge success. 138 golfers came out on a gorgeous day to enjoy 18 holes on a premier course. The golf package included golf, cart, lunch, dinner, drinks, prizes and goodies!

Thanks to over fifty sponsors, and other generous donations, this successful fundraising event will benefit many worthwhile local charities and families. 100% of what the organization raises goes directly back to needy families as gift cards, and various local charities including, but not limited to, the Parsippany Food Pantry, High School Scholarships, the Valerie Fund, The Shelter for Battered Woman, Alzheimer’s, and many more.

Tyler Wilhalme giving his father, Bob Wilhalme, some good golfing tips

Congratulations to 1st Place Champions, with a score of 65 (M.O.C.), Nick Aemisegeo III, Mike Landi, Nick Aemisegeo IV, and Jess Reich. A shamble format was used during the event. In second place, also with a 65 were Mike Fazzio, Jerry Fazzio, Tom Shuman, and Brad Dragon. Longest Drive on the Women Hole (#10) was Susan Fadem, while Matt Siegrist walked away with the Closest to the Hole on #17. Longest Drive Men’s Hole (#18) went to Brad Dragone. That is some excellent golf!

Post-game activities included a delicious dinner prepared by the Knoll

Post-game activities included a delicious dinner prepared by the Knoll catering staff, over one hundred prizes were won, and a 50/50 raffle left one incredibly lucky winner a happy man. It could not have gone better!

Councilman Justin Musella in front of the beverage cart
Patrick Minutillo holding a hole sponsorship sign
David Racuolla and Hayden Cerrato

Alex Yandoli with the snazziest shirt
Adam Gragnani and Bobby Asaro

The Moving Wall Is Coming to County College of Morris

Frank L. Cahill
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The Moving Wall Is Coming to County College of Morris

MORRIS COUNTY — County College of Morris (CCM) Plant & Maintenance staff and volunteers from Home Depot have been busy preparing the site for The Moving Wall that will be on display on the campus to pay tribute to Vietnam veterans and those who the made the ultimate sacrifice.

The half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., The Moving Wall will be on display until July 11 on CCM’s campus at 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, near Parking Lot 1.

Home Depot in Dover has generously donated to the project, contributing plywood for the walkway, flag poles, lighting and other materials, as several of its employees also are giving their time to serve as volunteers.

The wall will arrive at CCM on Thursday, July 7, it was accompanied by a motorcade led by Warriors Watch Riders, which will first travel through Randolph. The wall was assembled that day by volunteers and opened for viewing. The wall is being brought to the campus by VFW Post 7333 of Randolph.

The ceremonies began on Friday, July 8, with proclamations from Randolph Township and Morris County.

The Grand Opening takes place Saturday, July 9, starting at 2:00 p.m., opening with a prayer and including the reading of federal and state proclamations. There will also be a tribute to Gold Star families and a wreath laying ceremony.

Sunday, July 10, the ceremony starts at 2:00 p.m. and will include a prayer from Rabbi Asher Herson from the Chabad Center of Northwestern New Jersey and the singing of God Bless America.

July 8 through July 10 also will feature rifle salutes and then the playing of Taps each evening at 8 p.m.

The closing ceremony takes place Monday, July 11, starting at 11:00 a.m. with a prayer from Reverend Timothy Clarkson from Union Hill Presbyterian Church in Denville, the Retiring of Colors and the collection of wreaths and any mementos left at the wall.

“Thanks to the efforts of State Senator Anthony Bucco and VFW members like Emerson Crooks and Jack Sassaman and so many other supporters, we will be able to experience the Vietnam Wall and honor our fallen service members,” said Bill Menzel from VFW Post 7333, the project coordinator. “Our goal is to help bring healing to veterans, families and friends who suffered through this divisive conflict. The Moving Wall additionally is intended to educate youth about the Vietnam War and its impact on the nation and veterans.” A listing of those supporting the project can be found in the Program Booklet.

“We are honored to have been asked to host The Moving Wall at CCM to recognize all veterans, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and to teach the next generation about the impact and lessons learned as a result of this time in our nation’s history,” said CCM President Anthony J. Iacono.

Also supporting the efforts to bring the wall to the college are the Morris County Board of County Commissioners.

“All Morris County residents should take advantage of this unique opportunity to see the traveling version of the Vietnam wall. I would especially urge parents to bring their children, and high school and college students to come and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as a big thank you to our Vietnam veterans,” said Deputy Director John Krickus of the Morris County Board of County Commissioners, a Marine Corps veteran.

There are 58,281 names listed on the Vietnam Memorial and The Moving Wall. The names of the fallen are arranged in the order in which they lost their lives. The largest age group – 33,103 – were 18 years old. There are 1,563 names from New Jersey and 69 from Morris County.

Emma Swan Named to Hamilton College Spring 2022 Dean’s List

Nicolas Limanov
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Emma Swan Named to Hamilton College Spring 2022 Dean’s List

PARSIPPANY — Emma Swan has been named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester.

To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 or above.

Swan, a rising senior majoring in literature, is a graduate of Parsippany High School.

Hamilton College, a leading liberal arts institution located in Clinton, New York, is where exceptional students explore passions through an open curriculum and robust research, internship, and off-campus study opportunities. Students graduate ready to lead purposeful lives thanks to highly regarded faculty mentors, generous resources that support each student’s interests, and a loyal alumni network. The College’s need-blind admission policy ensures access for talented students with limited financial means. For more information click here.

Reprinted from Parsippany Focus Magazine – July 2022. Click here to read complete magazine.

Police Need Your Help…Can You Identify This Person?

Frank L. Cahill
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Police Need Your Help…Can You Identify This Person?

MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Sheriff’s CrimeStoppers is asking residents to help identify this man. According to police, between the hours of 7:30 p.m. on June 29 and 2:00 a.m. on June 30 a suspect pried open the door with a tool and entered a series of office and commercial buildings.

The suspect covered up security cameras or turned them off, according to police.

One office had a credit card that was stolen and used. That card was used at Platinum 2 Cell Phone Store in Paterson and Targets Closeout in Paterson.  At the Target location, the suspect purchased three motorcycles using the credit card.

If you have any information contact the Morris County Sheriff’s CrimeStoppers at www.copcall.org, call 973-COP-CALL.

No one will ask your name. You could receive a reward of up to $1,000.

It’s not too late to give blood….

Frank L. Cahill
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It’s not too late to give blood….

PARSIPPANY —  There is a critical need for blood donations and so the Parsippany PAL is teaming with the New Jersey Blood Services to host a blood drive on Wednesday, July 6 at the PAL building.

You can still donate today until 2:30 p.m.

Everyone who donates blood will receive a voucher for two Mets tickets and a t-shirt.

The Parsippany PAL is located at 33 Baldwin Road.

Supplies at the PAL
Donors lined up giving blood

Funny Books Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Frank L. Cahill
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Funny Books Celebrates 30th Anniversary

PARSIPPANY — it’s official. Funny Books turned 30 on June 20. Mayor James Barberio, Council President Michael dePierro, Council Vice President Loretta Gragnani, Councilman Justin Musella, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Vice-Chairman Dr. Maheta, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso and Gordon Meth stopped by to visit Steve Conte, and congratulate his for the success of Funny Books.

Mayor James Barberio, Council President Michael dePierro, Council Vice President Loretta Gragnani, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill, Gordon Meth and Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso celebrating Funny Book’s 30th Anniversary
Happy 30th Birthday Funny Books
Mayor James Barberio, Council President Michael dePierro, Council Vice President Loretta Gragnani, and Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill
Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill presented a plaque congratulating Funny Books for 30 years in business

Funny Books Comics & Stuff is located in a charming red-brick storefront at 98 North Beverwyck Road in the Lake Hiawatha section of Parsippany. Funny Books has a rich history – and so does our location! Formerly, a lone log cabin, the building was once the site of the original Lake Hiawatha Post Office!

Steve Conte has been the owner and operator of Funny Books since the very beginning – back in 1992! Known as “Funny Steve” to all the locals, he often jokes, “If I knew naming the store would result in my own nickname, I would have called the store, “Handsomebooks.”

Funnybooks’ owner doesn’t just sell comics; he also writes and draws them! Steve’s Self-published comic book series, Action Figure Kingdom (currently on issue #13) is really taking-off! Visit actionfigurekingdom.com to find-out more!

Reprinted from Parsippany Focus Magazine – July 2022. Click here to read complete magazine.

 

Porsche and Pooches Day at Paul Miller Porsche

Frank L. Cahill
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Porsche and Pooches Day at Paul Miller Porsche

PARSIPPANY — Porsche and your pooch to family day was held at Paul Miller Porsche.  People enjoyed some fun and games and adoptions were available from Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter and North Star Pet Rescue.

There was also a bouncy house, face painting for everyone and delicious food and refreshments, including soft pretzels. 

Kids had fun in the bouncy house
Customers were able to test drive the latest and greatest
Volunteers from Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter were on hand with dogs ready to be adopted
There was also a bouncy house, face painting for everyone and delicious food and refreshments, including soft pretzels
Mia’s Professional Pet Grooming is dedicated to making your pet feel at home. With state of the art equipment and certified groomers, they make every effort to return your pet to you happy, healthy and stylish. They are located in East Hanover.
NorthStar Pet Rescue is a group of passionate volunteers committed to saving these innocent dogs and finding them a new forever home. NorthStar Pet Rescue was founded in 2017, and although they might be a relatively new name among New Jersey animal rescues, you may recognize some of them from the work we’ve done volunteering with other rescues to help animals over the past decade.
Celia Wang just had her face painted while her parents were exploring a new Porsche.
Many choices to choose from. Shindigs Events were entertaining children with face painting

Paul Miller Porsche is located at 3419 Route 46, Parsippany, NJ 07054.

Bubbles Big Top Carnival Event

Frank L. Cahill
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Bubbles Big Top Carnival Event

PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, June 15, The Learning Experience hosted the “Bubbles Big Top Carnival Event” and open house.

Children were able to play games, take pictures with Anna and Elsa, and eat snow cones and cotton candy!

The Learning Experience is located at 1159 Parsippany Boulevard.

For more information on The Learning Experience click here.

The Learning Experience is located at 1159 Parsippany Boulevard

Parsippany High School Graduates Participate in Project Graduation

Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany High School Graduates Participate in Project Graduation

PARSIPPANY — Over 160 graduates attended the Parsippany High School Project Graduation held at Woodbridge Community Center.

Swimming, basketball, karaoke, hypnotist, ice skating, roller skating, volleyball, paddle ball, photo booths, casino tables, pool, a huge Arcade game room were all part of the event held for the graduating class of Parsippany High School on Thursday evening, June 23, at Woodbridge Community Center for an all night Project Graduation Party.

The primary aims of Project Graduation activities are to increase awareness of the dangers of drinking, drugging and driving and to reduce the number of youth involved in alcohol and other drug-related highway crashes. Across the country, Project Graduation and the chemical-free celebrations it inspired are the new tradition for graduating seniors.

On behalf of the students, parents, and staff members involved with Project Graduation for the Class of 2022 they would like to thank the supporters for their continued support of this activity. All contributions are used to defray the costs of supplies, rental fees, and entertainment.

Because of your continued support, Project Graduation in Parsippany is a success. The parents, students, and staff of the Class of 2022 thank you for your continued support!

All Cyber-System Inc – Mr. Godfrey Church
Anthony and Sons
Applebee’s of Parsippany
Baldwin Bagels
Baldwin Pizzeria Group, Inc.
Bedding Shoppe
Brooklawn Middle School
Caggiano Orthodontics, LLC
Central Middle School
Christine Karpack
Dr. Randy A. Spector
Dunkin Donuts
Eastlake Elementary School
EL&N – RT. 10
Election Fund of Michael J. DePierro
Empirical Labs, Inc.
Family Medicine of Morris
Foodtown
Frank Neglia, Town Council
FRWD Logistics, LLC
Fuddruckers
GFWC Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills
Gourmet Café
Gripp Plumbing & Heating, LLC
Hills of Troy Neighborhood Association
I.B.E.W. Local Union No. 102
IHOP
Intervale Elementary School
Investor Savings
Irene & Thomas Morris
James N. Greenlees
Jerry & Kelly Lustig
Kathryn & William Masters
Kiwanis Club of Parsippany Foundation, Inc.
Lake Hiawatha Swim Club, Inc.
Little Vikings Football, Inc.
Littleton School PTA
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School
Lake Parsippany Elementary School
M&T Bank Parsippany
Michael Konner Corporation
Mt. Tabor Elementary School
Northvail Elementary School
Onyx Equities
Parsippany Municipal Alliance Council
Parsippany Foot & Ankle, LLC
Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge No. 2078
Patricia & Christopher Giro
Paul Miller Porsche
Pomptonian Food Services
Priola Funeral Service, Inc.
PTF Sports
Qin House, LLC
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School
Saint Peter the Apostle Church
Senthil Mahalingam and Kavipriya Senthil Kumar
Severna Operations, Inc.
Shoprite of Parsippany STARS
Starbucks of Parsippany
Stop & Shop of Morris Plains
Target
Troy Hills Elementary School
Veterans of Foreign Wars – Post 10184
Virginia Henrickson
Wegman’s

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