Jersey Mikes donates to PHHS Project Graduation

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Jersey Mikes donates to PHHS Project Graduation

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School Project Graduation was chosen by Jersey Mike’s, Smith Road, on Wednesday, March 30 to donate 100% of the day’s sales.

Jersey Mike’s Subs, known for its authentic fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, asks customers to eat a sub and help a local charity.

This year, the national sub shop chain joined forces with more than 180 local charities for the company’s 6th Annual March “Month of Giving” fundraising campaign. Last year’s Month of Giving raised more than $3 million for more than 150 different charities nationwide and this year Jersey Mike’s hopes to raise even more.

During the month of March, everyone was invited to come into Jersey Mike’s restaurant and make a donation to that location’s designated charity partner, Parsippany Hills High School Project Graduation. Other charities at other Jersey Mike’s locations include hospitals, youth organizations, food banks and more.

The campaign culminated in the nationwide event, Jersey Mike’s “Day of Giving” on Wednesday, March 30 when 100 percent of the day’s sales – every single dollar – is donated to the local partner charity. This year Parsippany Hills High School Project Graduation was chosen by Parsippany’s Jersey Mike’s location. Jersey Mike’s “Month of Giving” donated a total of $6,855.55 to Project Graduation. This included all tips for the month of March, plus 100 percent of all sales for the March 30 Day of Giving.

“I would like to extend a personal invitation to come in and enjoy a Jersey Mike’s sub during our Month of Giving,” said Peter Cancro, Jersey Mike’s founder and CEO, who started the company when he was only 17 years old.  “This year, as we celebrate 60 years in business, we hope to raise more than $3.5 million to help local charities. It’s gratifying to know that each new location brings more opportunities to make a difference in people’s lives.”

Jersey Mike’s has more than doubled in size in just three years. Last year, Jersey Mike’s opened 197 new locations and exceeded the 1,000-unit mark. Started in 1956, the sub chain now has more than 1,500 restaurants open and under development nationwide.

“Giving…making a difference in someone’s life” has been the mission of Jersey Mike’s from the beginning. Since 2010, Jersey Mike’s locations throughout the country have raised more than $14 million for worthy local charities and have distributed more than 1.5 million free sub sandwiches to help numerous causes.

Project Graduation is a program offered by many high schools in the United States, in which organized, adult-supervised and alcohol-free activities are offered as part of a post-graduation party, as an alternative to student-run events involving alcoholic beverages or other drugs.

Davis family suffered serious fire damage; They need your support

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Davis family suffered serious fire damage; They need your support

PARSIPPANY — The Davis family contributes to our community through many different ways. Teaching, sports, music, friendship and generosity! The Davis family suffered a serious house fire on Easter Sunday, March 27 and it is time for the community to give back to this wonderful family.

The Family suffered a loss of their beloved Cat ‘Misty’ in the fire. This specific fire has damaged a large percentage of their living space and will require lots of repair.

Even areas not in the direct fire were damaged by smoke and water. Please give what you can to help the Davis family get back on their feet and back into their home.

PHHS Football Parents Association has created a Give Forward campaign to raise funds for assistance of those items which they will need to replace that were damaged in the fire.  

 

To help donate click here.

Parsippany resident arrested for reporting bomb threat at Holiday Inn

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Parsippany resident arrested for reporting bomb threat at Holiday Inn

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Police Dispatchers received a 911 call at 3:40 a.m. on February 11 reporting there is a bomb at the Holiday Inn located at 707 Route 46.

Multiple Patrol Officers responded to the location, along with Morris County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Units. A check of the area was completed and no suspicious items or bombs were found.

After a brief investigation Det. M. Czajka was able to identify who the caller was after receiving assistance from the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

On March 22 Det. M. Czajka charged George Castellon, 26, Parsippany, with False Public Alarm. He was issued a Summons and advised of his court date.

Editors Note: A criminal 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.

Frelinghuysen announced his re-election campaign

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Frelinghuysen announced his re-election campaign

MORRIS COUNTY — Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen announced his re-election campaign on Sunday, April 3.

The Harding resident and popular Republican congressman, representing 28 Morris County municipalities, officially announced his re-election campaign, saying he filed his nominating petitions last week with the New Jersey Secretary of State.

“My approach to public service is straightforward: I fight every day for New Jersey families, small businesses, veterans and seniors and work to change the way business is done in Washington,” Frelinghuysen wrote in his announcement statement.

Frelinghuysen’s Republican-heavy 11th District also includes portions of Essex, Passaic and Sussex counties.

“I am humbled to have received the trust and support of the residents of the fifty-four great municipalities,” wrote Frelinghuysen, who turns 70 on April 29.

 

Coldwell Banker volunteers to help Finishing Solutions

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Coldwell Banker volunteers to help Finishing Solutions

PARSIPPANY — Volunteers from the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage will work at the Furnishing Solutions, 2960 Route 10 West, Powder Mill West Shopping Center, as part of the statewide Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Cares Day event on Thursday, April 14.

Furnishing Solutions is a large facility of 18,000 square feet that sells furniture, clothing and gift items with proceeds directly benefiting Homeless Solutions of Morris County.

Volunteers will be cleaning furniture, organizing clothing and dusting.

About 50 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage real estate offices in New Jersey and Rockland County, N.Y., are giving back to local communities through charitable efforts on April 14-16 as part of the fourth annual Cares Day event.

PHS Bands supporters dine at Kafe Mozart

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PHS Bands supporters dine at Kafe Mozart

PARSIPPANY — Recently parents, students, teachers and supporters of Parsippany High School Bands dined at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10 West.  PHS Bands participated in a “Dine to Donate” program offered by Kafe Mozart, where 10% of the proceeds were donated back to the organization.

The special crepe made for Band Director Gregory Dalakian
The special crepe made for Band Director Greg Dalakian

“Dine to Donate” is a fun and easy way for Kafe Mozart to assist in raising funds for a cause or organization of your choice. They provide the restaurant, staff, and a Dine to Donate flyer to ensure the “Dine to Donate” event is an absolute success. When friends and family turn in the organization’s “Dine to Donate” event flyer on the day of the event, 10% of their purchase will be donated directly back to the organization.

Kafe Mozart opened in February serving Savory Crepes, Sweet Crepes, Panini’s, Homemade Soups, Entrees, Sandwiches and Burgers as well as a complete Espresso Bar.

For more information on Dine to Donate, click here.

Sierchio holds kick-off reception

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Sierchio holds kick-off reception

MOUNTAIN LAKES — Morris County Sheriff Candidate John Sierchio held a kick-off reception on Monday, April 4. The event attended by over 300 supporters was held at Zeris Inn, Mountain Lakes.

Attending and supporting Sierchio was Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio, Council President Lou Valori, Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr., current Sheriff Edward Rochford and a few dozen other local dignitaries.

Paul Carifi, Jr., said “It was an honor and a privilege to be a part of a great kick-off event. There were many people showing their support for John.”

“With 24 years of experience as Sheriff, I know exactly what it takes to protect the safety of Morris County residents and the wallets of taxpayers,” said Sheriff Edward Rochford.  “I also know this: there is no one better qualified than John Sierchio to fight for the families, seniors, and taxpayers of Morris County as our next Sheriff, and that’s why I’m proud to endorse his candidacy.”

“Through our law enforcement backgrounds, John Sierchio and I met a number of years ago and have maintained a friendship ever since. Naturally, I’m going to be supportive of a friend, stated Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Louis Valori.

Sierchio has 27 years experience in law enforcement, serving in the Essex County Sheriff’s Office, the Essex County Police Department, and in the Bloomfield Police Department.  Sierchio also served as Chairman of the state’s Police and Fireman’s Retirement System, where the Star-Ledger called him a “crusader” for saving millions of taxpayer dollars by exposing fraudulent pension claims.

Sierchio pledged to only accept the minimum Sheriff’s salary.

“In my first three years as Sheriff, my plan will save Morris County taxpayers $141,000, while Mr. Gannon’s plan will save $0,” said Sierchio, whose candidacy has been endorsed by retiring Morris County Sheriff Ed Rochford.  “As the fiscal conservative in this campaign, I’m calling upon Mr. Gannon to join me in putting tax dollars back into the hands of our county’s residents by pledging to accept only the minimum Sheriff’s salary.”

Rockaway Township Councilman Mike Puzio, Council President Stephen Antonelli, Councilman Frank Berman, Councilman Jack Quinn and Councilman Don Reddin
Rockaway Township Councilman Mike Puzio, Council President Stephen Antonelli, Councilman Frank Berman, Councilman Jack Quinn and Councilman Don Reddin

Republican candidate Jim Gannon retired in 2008 as a Member of the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System (PFRS) from his 25-years of service as a Boonton and Boonton Township Police Officer, and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, with an annual pension of $78,160, will file paperwork with the State of New Jersey to freeze that pension and collect only his salary as Morris County Sheriff if successful in the June primary and then elected to a full-term in November.

John Sierchio has a plan that will result in actual savings for taxpayers.  Sierchio called upon fellow candidate James Gannon to sign on to his plan and join him in pledging to accept only the minimum Sheriff’s salary required by law.

Fred Beaver, who served as Director of State Pensions and Benefits for eight years, agreed with Sierchio’s assertion that only his plan would save taxpayer dollars: “Fred Beaver, a past director of the state Division of Pension and Benefits, agreed with Sierchio that a candidate’s freezing of a pension would result in no savings to taxpayers because his pension already has been funded, with contributions no longer being given by the governmental employer.”

John is married with four children and lives in Boonton Township, where he has served as a Member of the Board of Education since 2008.  He served five years as Chairman of the state’s Police and Fireman’s Retirement System and twelve years total on its Board of Trustees.  Sierchio was appointed by Governor Chris Christie to serve as a Member of the Governor’s Transition Team in 2009, where John served as a member of the Law and Public Safety Subcommittee.  John is a member of many organizations, including the New Jersey State PBA, the Italian American Police Society, and a Life Member of the National Rife Association.

 

Parsippany United Methodist Church is hosting a Canticles performance

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Parsippany United Methodist Church is hosting a Canticles performance

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany United Methodist Church is pleased to be hosting a Canticles performance on Sunday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m. Presented by the nonprofit Triad Arts Ensemble, this music ministry directly benefits three New Jersey organizations that support those impacted by HIV/AIDS and in memory of those lost to the disease. The concerts also raise awareness, dispel ignorance and help to shine God’s love through the compassion, talents and financial gifts of those attending and performing.

The Canticles concerts benefit the following charities that are concerned with the quality of life for persons living with HIV/AIDS and the remembrance of lives lost: New Jersey AIDS Services based in Morristown, the NAMES Project of Northern New Jersey, which supports the AIDS Memorial Quilt; and the AIDS Resource Foundation for Children in Newark.

Tickets are $15.00 for general admission, $12.00 for students and seniors, $25.00 for a contributor ticket and $60.00 for a Program Sponsor (which includes two tickets and a one-line message in the program). You can purchase tickets online at www.CanticlesforLife.org, in person through the church office, by mailing the completed flyer/order form, or at the door the evening of the concert. Pick up a flyer/order form, visit the Canticles web site or call (973) 763-5481 for further information. All ticket proceeds directly benefit the three charities.

The Canticles for Life AIDS Benefit Concerts began in the spring of 1997 and have been held almost annually since then. Over $124,000 has been raised for the New Jersey AIDS charities, and the concerts have featured numerous local performers and dozens of pieces by New Jersey composers.

Parsippany United Methodist Church is located at 903 South Beverwyck Road, and can be reached by calling (973) 887-4657.

Route 46 westbound ramp to I-80 westbound closed

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Route 46 westbound ramp to I-80 westbound closed

PARSIPPANY — New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced the long-term temporary closure of the Route 46 westbound ramp to I-80 westbound, for the start of a ramp reconstruction project in Morris County.

The bridge closed at 10:00 p.m. this evening, until the fall of 2016, NJDOT’s contractor, Ritacco Construction Co., Inc., is scheduled to temporarily close the Route 46 westbound ramp to I-80 westbound in Parsippany to allow for the demolition and reconstruction of the bridge deck and to perform structural improvements on the ramp. Traffic will be directed to use the following long-term detour.

Detour from I-46 westbound:

Motorists are directed to make a right onto Route 202 northbound / Parsippany Boulevard Turn right at the Waterview Boulevard traffic light onto I-287 southbound

From I-287 southbound, bear right onto I-80 westbound

The $1.4 million federally-funded Route 46 westbound ramp to I-80 westbound reconstruction project, will demolish and reconstruct the existing bridge deck and make repairs to the concrete abutments and piers on the ramp. The bridge reconstruction project is designed to be completed in stages. Motorists traveling on Route 46 eastbound will experience lane closures in the vicinity underneath the bridge. NJDOT has coordinated with local officials throughout the design process. The bridge reconstruction project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2016.

Variable message signs are being utilized throughout the project limits to provide advance notification to motorists of all traffic pattern changes associated with the interchange improvements project. Throughout the project, NJDOT will provide information before upcoming road closures.

The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow us on Twitter @NJDOT_info.

Four Brooklawn Students Named National Geographic State Bee Semifinalis

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Four Brooklawn Students Named National Geographic State Bee Semifinalis

PARSIPPANY — Four Brooklawn Middle School students, Jake Hockwitt, Kinjal Potdar, David Edmiston and Joe Wentworth was notified by the National Geographic Society they are semifinalists eligible to compete in the 2016 New Jersey National Geographic State Bee.

This is the second level of the National Geographic Bee competition, which is now in its 28th year. School Bees were held in schools with fourth- through eighth-grade students throughout the state to determine each school champion. School champions then took an online qualifying test. The National Geographic Society has invited up to 100 of the top-scoring students in each of the 50 states, District of Columbia, Department of Defense Dependents Schools and U.S. territories to compete in the state Bees.

Each state champion will receive $100, the National Geographic book “The National Parks: An Illustrated History” and a medal, and will journey to Washington, D.C., to represent their state in the National Geographic Bee Championship at National Geographic Society headquarters, May 22-25. The national champion will receive a $50,000 college scholarship and lifetime membership in the National Geographic Society. The national champion will also travel (along with one parent or guardian), all expenses paid, on a Lindblad expedition to Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Sea Lion, including Glacier Bay National Park, in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. Travel for the trip is provided by Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic. Visit www.natgeobee.org for more information on the National Geographic Bee.

The 2016 National Geographic Bee Championship final round, moderated for the first time by journalist and humorist Mo Rocca, will air on the National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo WILD on Friday, May 27, at 8:00 p.m. and later on public television stations. Check local television listings for air date and time in your area.

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