PARSIPPANY — Anikait Sota, a current sixth-grade student at Central Middle School, along with his mom donated $850.00 to the Parsippany Food Pantry. Anikait held online Rubik’s Cube classes, while his mom taught dance lessons.
Together, they pooled their earnings and donated to the Parsippany Food Pantry.
MORRIS COUNTY — Governor Phil Murphy announced that a planned restart of indoor dining at New Jersey restaurants has been postponed due to evidence showing a lack of health precautions at restaurants that have reopened in other states and a slight spike in COVID-19 cases in New Jersey.
He said the restart of indoor dining would occur at a ”later date to be determined.” Check the Twitter thread by clicking here.
COVID-19: Governor Announces Indefinite Delay on Resumption of Indoor Dining “We had planned to loosen restrictions this week. However, after COVID-19 spikes in other states driven in part by the return of indoor dining, we have decided to postpone indoor dining indefinitely,” the Governor said at his daily briefing.
“We do not believe it is prudent at this time to push forward with, what is in effect, a sedentary indoor activity, especially when we know this virus moves differently indoors that out, making the virus even more deadly.”
Governor Murphy stressed that New Jersey has taken a cautious approach through every step of our restart. He said the state’s position has been that “we would not hesitate to hit pause if needed to safeguard public health. This is one of those times.”
He said the state also has moved to pause on the resumption of indoor dining because of overcrowding that has been observed in some establishments across the state, plus a disregard for social distancing and use of face coverings.
PARSIPPANY — Meet Benji! The sweetest dog on the block! This 12-year-old Sheltie mix loves to give you and all the dogs on his walks a kiss. He’s a real ladies man 🙂
Benji is a special needs pup who needs a home experienced with the medical care of dogs. Benji needs to be on a couple of medications for his intestines and particular dog food for the rest of his life. Once he has completed some more B12 treatments in the rescue, we are hoping he can have the dental he really needs. Benji takes his pills like a champ–just mix them in with his food and he’ll very happily scoff them down.
Benji is good with other dogs, but can only live with a female dog as he gets over-excited with males and may try to hump. You’ll often hear him being complimented on how chill he is, and he has nothing but love for everyone he meets. We think he’d do well in a home with another dog to keep him company. He can also live with children 13+.
Who said you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? This month Benji has learned to sit, paw, beg, lie down, rollover, and wait! He’s eager to please, walks very well on a leash, and listens well. He’s the best fluff ever!
Benji enjoys short walks, is great in car rides, and is happy to find a spot to lie down and chill wherever you take him. Benji loves his doggy bed and spends most of his days lying in it. He is definitely a more laidback dog who would love a quiet, relaxed home.
If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application by clicking here.
If you’re interested in helping a senior live out the best of his days, apply to adopt Benji today!
MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Division Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) has delayed its June 29 reopening of agencies for in-person transactions for another week. Road testing, however, will resume at licensing centers, and inspections stations will be fully operational on Monday, June 29. Vehicle Centers and Licensing Centers will open to the public Tuesday, July 7.
MVC Chief Administrator Sue Fulton explained that the one-week delay is needed to perform final testing of its new text notification system, which is intended to reduce the number of people waiting at agencies while their transactions are being processed.
“We intended to rely on our new text notification system to check people in, then allow them to leave the building and go elsewhere. Unfortunately, this new system requires further testing, so we will not be able to open as fully as we anticipated on June 29,” Fulton said in a statement. “Without the text notification system, the number of people waiting for transactions who will need to be on-site will far exceed capacity limitations. We have said that the health and safety of our customers and employees is our first priority; therefore, we cannot put people in this situation.”
While road testing will be conducted on June 29, those who successfully complete the test will have to wait to get their new licenses until July 7 — when they will be given access to “Road Test” express lanes at every licensing center, Fulton said.
In addition, during July, agencies will be closed on Monday to allow for “health and safety assessments” of its facilities as they continue to expand their services, she said.
Starting July 7, designated “licensing centers” will be processing new licenses and permits, out-of-state transfers, and Real ID for those whose appointments were canceled.
Starting July 7, designated “vehicle centers” will be adding individual registration and title transactions.
Click here for a list of the 23 licensing centers and 16 vehicle centers, including the types of transactions handled at each type of facility.
Most licenses, IDs, registrations and other documents scheduled to expire between March 13 and July 6 have been extended to July 31 or later. Transactions that can be done online will not be available in person until further notice.
For more information on MVC, services click here.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany residents were among the 506 graduates awarded degrees at Centenary University’s 145th Commencement by President Bruce Murphy, Ed.D. Held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony was held on May 9, the day originally set aside to honor the Class of 2020. Reflecting on the ongoing pandemic, the theme of the event was Super Salutem Servetis (Safety Before Tradition).
Residents who earned their degrees during the ceremony are:
Parsippany—Damaris Millheim, Master of Arts, Special Education with Certification; Thomas Goetschkes, Bachelor of Arts, Individualized Studies; Kaitlin Wendt, Bachelor of Social Work
Centenary University was founded in 1867 by the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church, Centenary University’s academic program integrates a solid liberal arts foundation with a strong career orientation. This mix provides an educational experience that prepares students to succeed in the increasingly global and interdependent world. The University’s main campus is located in Hackettstown, with its equestrian facility in Washington Township. The Centenary University School of Professional Studies offers degree programs at two locations, Parsippany and Edison, as well as online and at corporate sites throughout New Jersey.
MORRIS COUNTY — It was another banner year for the student-athletes at County College of Morris (CCM) with more than 30 receiving All-Region XIX and All-Garden State Athletic Conference (GSAC) or National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Honors for their performance on and off the field during Academic Year 2019-20.
Nathan Miller, Morris Plains, Baseball, received 1st Team All-NJCAA Academic Honors for obtaining a 4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA).
Receiving 2nd Team All-NJCAA Academic Honors for a minimum GPA of 3.8 were Alyssa Borozan, Budd Lake, Softball: Tyler Bauer, Succasunna, Volleyball; Gretchen Ruoff, Succasunna, Volleyball; Rachel Roberts, Succasunna, Volleyball; Lindsey Wall, Pequannock, Softball; Nicholas Civetta, Randolph, Golf; Niya Tartaglia, Belvidere, Soccer; Frances McCormick, Boonton, Basketball; Shannon Wall, Pequannock, Softball; Ciara Lyons, Sparta, Softball; Alivia Duran, Hackettstown, Softball.
Receiving 3rd Team All-NJCAA Academic Honors for maintaining a minimum 3.6 GPA were Daniel Herrera-Lasso, Dover, Soccer; Payton Jean, Phillipsburg, Soccer; Luke Foth, Oak Ridge, Baseball; Catalina Garcia, Hopatcong, Soccer; Jason Harris, Flanders, Baseball.
The following students received All-Region XIX Honors for maintaining a minimum 3.25 GPA and All-Garden State Athletic Conference Honors for maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Also presented with All-Garden State Athletic Conference Honors for maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.0 were Kyle Stroessenreuther, Vienna, Baseball; Samuel Armstrong, Sussex, Baseball; Nolan Leger, Bridgewater, Baseball; Collin Leahey, Blairstown, Soccer; Kathleen Rawding, Morris Plains, Soccer; Brielle Fedo, Lake Hopatcong, Basketball; Alexander Russo, Rockaway, Baseball; Brian Hill, Glenwood, Golf.
The GSAC provides academic and athletic opportunities to students pursuing higher education at two-year community colleges. The NJCAA’s mission is to promote and foster two-year college athletics.
More information about CCM’s athletic programs click here.
Dear Editor:
Recently, there have been a lot of discussions about the movement to attack the reputation and historical importance of Christopher Columbus. Turbulent events in our nation have led to many emotions that have impacted cities and towns throughout New Jersey. While we work to understand and examine the historical conditions that have shaped our nation, it is important to look at all perspectives.
The image of Christopher Columbus is a source of great pride for Italian Americans. When looking at monuments and statues depicting Christopher Columbus, many Italian Americans are reminded of the accomplishments of other famous Italian Americans such as Sgt. John Basillone, a war hero; Lt. Joseph Petrocelli, a tough NYPD crime-fighter; or Joe DiMaggio, a beloved baseball legend.
Columbus statues are symbols of the many Italian American accomplishments in our great state. They serve as symbols of pride for the more than 1.5 million Italian American New Jerseyeans. And they are reminders of our legacy for future generations.
The vandalism and defacement of Columbus statues are culturally insensitive and divisive to Italian Americans. We view those acts of vandalism as offensive, as would any other enough group in a similar situation.
As the leader of the more than 4,000 members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey, I urge local leaders to remember the importance of Christopher Columbus Monuments. We demand the elected leadership of our state to respect the accomplishments and pride that the Italian American community has with its legacy in America. At a time when our Nation needs to come together, the attack on monuments to Italian heritage only fans the flames of anger and division. Italian Americans feel very strongly about this attack on our culture and history. Let’s move forward together as Americans proud of both our common heritage and ancestry and culture.
William Schievella, President
Italian American Police Society of New Jersey
MORRIS COUNTY — The Women’s Center for Entrepreneurship (WCEC) is holding regular listening sessions for small business owners. They often speak with government officials and other community stakeholders. It is their goal to better represent New Jersey small businesses when out in the community.
These sessions also help us to keep a pulse on the local business community in order to provide more relevant workshops and webinars. The next session will be held on July 1, 2020, at 11:00 a.m.
If you want to be involved, please register here and join us by Zoom.
The Women’s Center for Entrepreneurship is a 501c3 nonprofit. Their mission is to help women start and grow their own businesses.
For more information and to register click here.
PARSIPPANY — Sal’s Haircutting, 114 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha, has re-opened for business.
They are following all protocol procedures, having customers wait outside 6 feet apart, mask mandatory to enter, and while getting a haircut, the barber’s are wearing face shields and gloves.
Sal’s also sanitizing every station, barber chairs, and barber tools after every use.
They have been in business in Lake Hiawatha since 1972 and are a family-owned and operated small business.
For more information call (973) 335-1220.
PARSIPPANY — Classes 4 A Cause – CAC team delivered food to the Parsippany Food Pantry.
Classes 4 A Cause – C4C is an initiative of Purple Paint offering online classes for children. While children are getting bored at home, it is a great opportunity to learn a few new skills or maybe polish what they already know.
They offer courses that help children stay fit while they “stay-at-home” such as Dance and Taekwondo, 100% proceeds from these classes go to help our community impacted by COVID-19.
Please support by enrolling children at classes4acause.purplepaint.org. You can also support by simply making a donation.
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