DOVER — After four grueling days of trial, during which more than 30 Dover voters were subpoenaed to testify, Superior Court Judge Stuart Minkowitz ruled that Carlos Valencia’s victory in the Democratic primary for Fourth Ward Alderman stands.
This July, Alderman Ronald Camacho filed a motion alleging that more than 26 votes in the Dover Fourth Ward primary were cast illegally in favor of Dover First Democratic candidate Carlos Valencia. Camacho and his attorneys requested that the judge overturn all of these votes.
On Tuesday, September 18, Judge Minkowitz allowed all but one of these votes to remain valid and solidified Valencia’s victory.
“Today’s ruling was a victory for all proponents of voting rights,” stated Morris County Democratic Chairman Chip Robinson. “I am proud to have supported a team of Dedicated Democrats in Dover First who will continue working to protect the rights of Dover voters.”
“For some first-time voters who were forced to miss days of work, losing necessary wages and risking termination, this trial might cause them to think twice before voting again,” stated Dover Democratic Chairman Edward Correa, “But these voters should have no fear going forward. Their voices matter, and the Dover Democrats will continue fighting to ensure that every voter’s voice is heard.”
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA will be offering a FREE Wellness Week, Monday, October 1 through Thursday, October 4, covering a variety of topics for all seniors in the area.
Sponsored by Saint Clare’s Health, the afternoon programs, presented by professionals in their field, will include, Senior Financial Wellness, Senior Healthy Aging, Fraud Protection Lunch & Learn, and Caring for the Caregiver.
All programs are free, non-members welcome, but pre-registration is requested online. See complete details by clicking here, or by calling (973) 334-2820. Questions? Contact Randy Smith at randys@lhymca.com
PARSIPPANY — Delta Dental of New Jersey (DDNJ)’s recently held a three-part Pack a Smile collection drive which helped to brighten children’s day in a variety of ways.
Delta Dental of New Jersey associates donated new backpacks and schools supplies to benefit the children at Eva’s Village in Paterson and Cathedral Kitchen in Camden. Eva’s Village and Cathedral Kitchen are also Delta Dental of New Jersey Foundation grantees, and receive Foundation funding to support their dental health programs. Pictured left to right: Delta Dental Associates: Sherri Alexander; Tony Holmes; Monica Jeronimo; Terry-Ann Zander (front, kneeling); Lori Acker; and Cecily Garris.
This drive was broken up into the following parts:
Pack an Envelope of Smiles, Sticker Collection/ Make a Card (June 28–July 13)
Backpack School Supply Collection (July 9-July 27)
Packing Support for Youth, New Bedding Collection (August 6- August 17)
Delta Dental of New Jersey also donated oral health kits to Eva’s Village, Cathedral Kitchen and Roots and Wings.
Delta Dental of New Jersey associates donated new bedding to benefit clients of Roots and Wings in Denville. Roots and Wings provides young adults who age out of New Jersey’s foster care system with safe housing, education, life skills, and more to support them towards achieving self-sufficiency. Pictured left to right: Wendy Walker, Delta Dental; and Molly Fagan, Roots and Wings.
PARSIPPANY — More than 100 employees in four NY and NJ-based companies decorated and stuffed Backpack Gift Bundles recently for 60 displaced immigrant children separated from their parents at the US Mexico border.
Provided by Caring Capital, NJ’s only charitable team-building enterprise that offers custom kits to make and donate, the Backpacks gave children their only means of carrying their few belongings. After Caring Capital President Susie Schub learned that Lutheran Social Services of New York (LSSNY) was housing some of the 2,500 displaced children, she contacted Executive Director Damyn Kelly.
He explained that children arrive with no belongings and would benefit from backpacks. He noted that as each child reaches LSSNY, s/he receives medical, dental, and mental health care, plus safe housing. Staff search then for each child’s family. When Schub contacted Caring Capital clients, four responded immediately, setting up work-hour events in which employee volunteers could create the Backpacks. Using colorful fabrics and markers packed in each kit, employees decorated backpacks and matching baseball caps and journals. Companies also donated bilingual books, games, and gift cards. Schub explained, “Most people wish to respond to an emergency but often don’t know how.
Caring Capital makes it easy for companies to help their employees help others. We provide ready-to-make gift kits, allowing employees to feel good about pitching in and helping companies show their commitment to service.” As one client said, “Thanks for helping our employees feel they are making a difference in our world.” Among the corporate donors, A.J. O’Connor Associates, a human capital consulting firm in
Parsippany took part. According to Shannon O’Connor Bock, “We have a long history of
supporting disadvantaged children in our community. When we heard about Caring Capital’s goal, we didn’t hesitate to participate. We hope the children will be reunited with their parents as a matter of urgency and that the Backpacks bring relief to them in the interim.” Caring Capital, launched in 2009, empowers corporate employees to connect, create, and celebrate the role they can play, helping neighbors in need. Caring Capital provides engaging project kits worldwide for employees to make and donate to nonprofit organizations.
With 40 projects ranging from blanket and pillow sets to garden benches, Caring Capital has engaged 52,000 employees, who have donated gifts to roughly 120,000 children, families, seniors and service members. Corporate partners include American Express, Capital One, L’Oreal, Nestle, Novartis, Pepsi, Starbucks, Verizon, and Wyndham Worldwide. Click here for more information.
Lutheran Social Services of New York, founded in 1886, is a nonprofit social service organization devoted to strengthening lives, families and communities. Lutheran Social Services of New York has developed a wide range of educational and community programs to assist people across New York to reach their full potential. To learn more about its programs, to donate or to volunteer click here.
PARSIPPANY — Olivia Danielle Reo whose major is Pre-Business enrolled at Clemson University for the fall 2018 semester.
Ranked No. 24 among national public universities, Clemson University is a major, land-grant, science- and engineering-oriented research university that maintains a strong commitment to teaching and student success.
Clemson is an inclusive, student-centered community characterized by high academic standards, a culture of collaboration, school spirit, and a competitive drive to excel.
PARSIPPANY — The Largest Navratri Garba on Saturday, October 6, from 8:30 p.m. to 12:00 Midnight at Parsippany Hills High School, 20 Rita Drive.
For the first time Indian-American Seniors Association of Morris County is organizing Navratri Garba with Famous Artist from India.
Tickets prices only $10.00 with free parking included. Children under 5 are free.
Click here to purchase tickets. You can also purchase tickets at Quick Stop Food Market (Next to Delight Big Bazaar, 1446 Route 46)
For additional information about becoming a vendor, sponsorship and Navratri Garba Event please contact Vishnu Patel at (201) 887-2942 or Niraj Joshi at (917) 279-0674
TRENTON —A bill sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney requiring municipalities to provide residents with important township information via email, text messages and other social media outlets was advanced today by the Assembly State and Local Government Committee by a 5 to 1 vote.
“This is about giving residents a voice and providing transparency,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “With today’s technology there’s no reason for people to be left in the dark especially about issues that directly affect them whether it’s a public emergency or traffic problem. They should also be able to let their local officials know of any concerns they may have.”
The legislation (A3682) would make information about road closures and traffic changes, declared emergencies and public health and safety issues more accessible, but also would require towns to accept resident’s feedback online.
Rooney noted that many municipalities already have such systems in place. His bill makes it mandatory for all towns provided funds are available through state appropriations or grants.
PARSIPPANY — In Money Magazine’s rankings of the Best Places to Live 2018, the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills was named #1 in New Jersey and #26 in the United States. Factors comprising the ranking include the strength of the local economy, crime rate, quality of education, and concentration of local amenities.
“With good schools — among the highest scoring of any New Jersey locale we evaluated — and low crime, the township is a good place for families. And, while Parsippany is close to bigger cities like Manhattan and Newark, you wouldn’t know it from its green space: Home to more than 30 parks, Parsippany is an Arbor Day Foundation-designated Tree City USA — and has been for 42 years, one of the longest in the state,” said Mayor Michael Soriano.
The ranking is a return to the top spot for Parsippany, one of the premier centers for business, family, cultural, and career opportunities in the United States. All Parsippany residents should be proud of the community that has been built in our township.
“Money Magazine recognizes that Parsippany is the crossroads of New Jersey, a place where our residents and businesses can thrive in a strong regional economy, while living in a town with extensive cultural activities, low crime, and a great school system,” said Mayor Michael Soriano. “I could not be more proud to lead this community.”
Number 1 on the list was Frisco, Texas “A boomtown delivers plenty of bang for residents” as reported in Money Magazine.
These spots combine economic growth, affordability, and quality of life.
Union was ranked #43 on the list. The top 50 spots are not filled with New Yorks and San Franciscos, even though they considered any U.S. city with a population of 50,000 or greater. As it turns out, the best places to find a job, buy a house, and settle down are large suburbs or small cities where the cost of living is proportional to income.
Chart provided by Money Magazine
With good schools — among the highest scoring of any New Jersey locale we evaluated — and low crime, the township is a good place for families. And, while Parsippany is close to bigger cities like Manhattan and Newark, you wouldn’t know it from its green space: Home to more than 30 parks, Parsippany is an Arbor Day Foundation-designated Tree City USA — and has been for 42 years, one of the longest in the state.
New York City is a little over an hour away, both by car or public transportation, but you don’t need to go to the Big Apple for a job. Companies like PNY Technologies and Kings Food Markets are based right in town, while international employers like Ricola and Teva Pharmaceuticals have Parsippany offices.
To create MONEY’s Best Places to Live ranking, they looked only at places with populations of 50,000 or greater. They eliminated any place that had more than double the national crime risk, less than 85% of its state’s median household income, or a lack of ethnic diversity. This gave them 583 places.
They collected more than 135,000 different data points to narrow the list. They considered data on each place’s economic health, cost of living, diversity, public education, income, crime, ease of living, and amenities, all provided by research partner Witlytic. MONEY teamed up with realtor.com to leverage its knowledge of housing markets throughout the country. They put the greatest weight on economic health, public school performance, and local amenities; housing, cost of living, and diversity were also critical components.
Finally, reporters researched each spot, interviewing residents, checking out neighborhoods and searching for the kinds of intangible factors that aren’t revealed by statistics. To ensure a geographically diverse set, they limited the Best Places to Live list to no more than two places per state and one per county. In the top 15, we allowed only one place per state.
Rankings derived from more than 70 separate types of data, in the following categories:
• Economy — based on local unemployment rate, historical job growth, projected job growth and the level of employment opportunities available, among other factors.
• Cost of living — based on tax burden, insurance costs, commuting costs, medical spending, utility and home expenses.
• Diversity — based on racial makeup, racial integration, and economic diversity within a place’s population.
• Education — based on math and reading test scores and local and county level high school graduation rates.
• Income — based on historical median household income, projected household income, a comparison between local and state median household income and change between current and historical household income.
PARSIPPANY — Anthony Duke Claus will be performing at a fundraiser for Wise Animal Rescue on Saturday, September 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The fundraiser includes an “All you can eat Beefsteak Dinner” which includes Antipasto, Pasta, Beefsteak with french fries, Desserts, Soft Drinks, Coffee and Tea.
There will also be a 50/50, Raffle Baskets and music. Tickets are $50.00 each, $35.00 for children under ten. The dinner is prepared by The Brownstone.
The event will be held at Boonton Elks, 125 Cornelia Street, Boonton. All proceeds will go to Wise Animal Rescue Medical Fund.
Since he was a toddler, Anthony Duke Claus has been in the spotlight.
From international commercials to off-Broadway theater to popular television, the now 22-year-old William Paterson University student has been around the singing and acting block more than a few times.
“I’ve done a lot. I got a little taste of everything,” Claus said, whose passion for his craft is revealed through the excitement with which he talks. “It was actually a big enough taste of every field…from the acting and singing career. I’ve hit all the corners of it.”
Yet Claus’s latest summer gig–singing show tunes and oldies music at local eateries–is something he hadn’t done before.
And for a young man whose motto is “the bigger the stage, the better,” this new venture seems a bit out of character. But Claus said it was time for a change.
“I’ve done so many big productions that I just wanted to see what it was like to do more simple stuff,” he explained. “It’s good for me, because I’m doing what I love as a job. So many kids my age are working in grocery stores or restaurants. Why don’t I use the gift that God gave me and spread it with the community? I’ve been getting a following from being local.”
“I love singing that music. I have a very powerful, vibrato-sounding voice,” Claus said. “That’s what makes me unique from a lot of other people. I have such an exotic sounding voice from a lot of kids my age.”
But then again, Claus isn’t like many 22-year-olds in general. After being encouraged by a preschool teacher to perform in a talent show at the Wayne Hills Mall, he was discovered by an acting agent and booked his first commercial for Connecticut Light & Power when he was just three years old. (Coincidentally, it was also his first audition.)
Since then, Claus has done commercials for IKEA and Wendys, was on MTV’s “Wonder Showzen” for three years, and even landed a role on the soap opera One Life To Live.
He has also actively participated in theater, from local works like “Fuddy Meers” at Montville’s Barn Theatre to “Home Front” at Le MaMa in Greenwich Village.
“Theater has always been my favorite,” Claus said. “You can combine singing and acting equally on stage. When I’m on stage, there’s a whole different side of me that comes out. It’s always been my passion and desire to be on the Broadway stage singing the songs that I love performing.”
Claus said he isn’t thinking of pursuing a singing or acting career after he graduates. He still maintains his dream of playing a high profile Broadway role such as the Phantom in “Phantom of the Opera” one day, but Claus said he wants to learn something new in college, too.
“I want to go to college to learn something that I can use my entire life as a profession,” Claus said. “I think I want to go into the filmmaking industry. From being on camera all the time, I’d like to really learn about being the director and wearing his shoes.”
Claus said he won’t stop acting or singing, though. It’s quite literally in his blood: Eddie Brigati of The Young Rascals is Claus’s cousin.
“I just loved entertaining, because it was in my family,” he explained. “I feel like what I was put on this earth to do was entertain. Words can’t really describe how much I love performing and being on stage and singing for people. It’s the best feeling in the entire world.”
Wise Animal Rescue is dedicated to rescuing dogs of all ages and breeds from places where they are no longer wanted or are not being properly cared for. By partnering with veterinary practices that support our work, we are able to save dogs’ lives and restore them back to health.
Central to our mission is to ensure that all dogs are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on shots, and microchipped. Prior to adoption, all of the dogs are placed into responsible loving foster homes to be socialized and trained rather than put in a shelter environment.
PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills (WCPTH) held its 37th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic & Luncheon Fundraiser at the Knoll West Country Club on July 10th. This is the primary fundraiser for the club’s educational programs and scholarships. WCPTH club member Marilyn Zarzycki chaired the successful fundraiser for the first time. All $13,000 raised will go back to Parsippany students (open to both male and female students) in educational programs such as scholarships to graduating high school seniors, Citizenship Awards to graduating 8th graders, 5th Grade Reading Awards, a Spelling Bee, Dr. Seuss Birthday events and library donations.
180 participants attended the event. While the golf enthusiasts took to the course, other attendees enjoyed a morning of bridge and games. Later, everyone enjoyed lunch and an afternoon of bidding on Tricky Tray prizes donated from over 70 local vendors. A 50/50 Raffle drawing concluded the event.
Mayor Michael Soriano. Photo courtesy of Frank CahillParsippany Library Executive Director Jayne Beline, Parsippany Library Head of Children’s Services Melissa Okerblom. Photo courtesy of Frank CahillTricky Tray prizes donated from over 70 local vendors. Photo courtesy of Frank CahillClub Members: Marilyn Marion, Mary Ann Coyne, Betty Lagitch, Golf Classic Chairwoman Marilyn Zarzycki, Club Members Janet Reilly and Lois Preis White.The event was well attended
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs, which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service. WCPTH has demonstrated its commitment to the community through an impressively wide range of community service endeavors. The Club has served the township and the state with initiatives to support not only education, but also home life, conservation and more. WCPTH is very proud to have been instrumental in the founding of the Parsippany Library and the Parsippany Child Day Care Center. Today the Woman’s Club is involved with the Parsippany Food Pantry, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, Jersey Battered Women’s Service and Child Abuse Prevention – NJ. And the club also supports Boatsie’s Boxes for the military serving overseas, UNICEF, Heifer International and other worthy and charitable causes.
Membership is available to women who live in the Parsippany Troy-Hills area. Guests are always welcome at meetings, and new members are received monthly. Please contact Marilyn or Betty (Membership Chairwomen) if interested in attending a meeting at womansclubofpth@gmail.com. Please note: you must attend a meeting prior to submitting an application for membership.
PARSIPPANY — The traditional 12th Annual Fall Family Day festival is Craftsman Farms’ biggest family program of the year was celebrated on Saturday, September 15.
Fall Family Day featured seasonal fun with hayrides around the grounds of Craftsman Farms, and pumpkin painting. Indoor and outdoor scavenger hunts encouraged children to explore the landscape that was once the Stickley family’s home and farm. Craft activities and handicraft demonstrations exercise young minds and hands. Families were invited to stroll through the museum Open House at their own pace.
Family Fun Day was sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.
Vonda Givens on a hay rideThe field was filled with events for the childrenMetal Embossing was another popular activity for the childrenNancy Willans making Farm Animal CrownsPumpkins painted by the childrenSix year old Rajanya Sengupta painting pumpkinsDavey Willans with Heather Dantec and seven year old twins, Alex and Thomas
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany PAL Redhawks Football and Cheer Teams kicked off their season with a Pep Rally at Smith Field on Saturday, September 8.
Parsippany PAL Redhawks FootballRed Hawk with Scott Massefski and Max and SophiaPAL Red Hawk CheerleadersCouncilwoman Loretta Gragnani, Red Hawk and the PAL Red Hawk Football PlayersParsippany PAL Redhawks Cheerleaders taking a selfie with Mayor Michael SorianoParsippany PAL Redhawks Football
PARSIPPANY — On Thursday, September 13 the Parsippany-Troy Hills Education Association (PTHEA) members gathered to demonstrate at the Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education Building prior to BOE closed session meeting.
About 150 PTHEA members attended the Board of Education meeting wearing black Association shirts.
The teachers marched peacefully, carrying signs, on the sidewalks adjacent to BOE office building to make the Board of Education, at its regularly scheduled meeting, aware that the professional staff expects fair compensation.
“In response to a private and internal memorandum to fellow PTHEA members, the Parsippany Board of Education has published on its web site a “response to a PTHEA statement concerning job actions.” Although the PTHEA were not ready to take the contract negotiations public, thy feel they must respond. Whether or not one would identify the Board’s proposals as “fair” or “generous” (as they do), the basic and incontrovertible fact is that their offer would result in yet another year of reduced take-home pay. They cannot deny this; it is simple math. Their statement does correctly note that one of their offers would actually allow slightly more take-home pay, but only if we accepted a health care plan that required greater out-of-pocket costs. In other words, it offers a slight increase in take-home pay, but necessitates that we quickly give that money (and more) away to doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies. It is another offer to work for less money masquerading as generosity,” stated PTHEA members in a press release.
“These offers came after eight months negotiations, during which time the PTHEA accepted numerous concessions, moved away from its original proposals, and told the Board it would accept any deal that led to even a small increase in take-home pay. During this time they didn’t protest, hold rallies, or make statements. They presented evidence that such a deal was both affordable and practical and were given indications that agreement was close. And then, at the 11th hour, just as their old contract expired, the Board came back with the offers noted above. And that is why the 750 members of the PTHEA across all 14 schools feel they have no choice, and have overwhelmingly decided that they can no longer volunteer their free time for activities that go beyond contracted responsibilities. The teachers are not willing to divert time from their own families for voluntary and/or uncompensated work as long as they continue to realize less real income year after year. During this time, teachers will continue to discharge their duties fully and completely, according to the contract with the Board of Education. They will perform all the functions required of them during class, duty, and contracted meeting times. The professional dedication that parents and students have come to expect from the Parsippany education professionals will remain unchanged, and the level of instruction, coaching, counseling, and care that Parsippany schools are known for will not be curtailed.”
Parsippany Teachers Rally for a Fair Contract
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Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
We need a Fair Contract!
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Union Strong!
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
Parsippany Teachers Rally at Board of Education Meeting
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated their new offices with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 13.
A display of Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce services
The ceremony was crowded with business leaders and elected officials. There was a lot of discussion circulating the room about how open and spacious the new location is.
Chamber President Robert Peluso said that there are now over 125 businesses as part of the Chamber and that the new space is meant to provide a place for them to meet and network.
Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso and Executive Board Member Frank Cahill
Executive Board Member Frank Cahill said “The Board of Directors are committed to serve its members. We added exciting member benefits this year. From monthly “Lunch Dozen Networking Series,” their “Juice up your morning,” a business database from CoreFacts. database. Members can access more than 7,500 Morris, Sussex and Warren County Businesses. They can search by company name, zip code, SIC Codes and more, and can even export to Excel to print mailing labels or do a mail merge. This normally is sold to businesses for $345.00 per year and is included in your 2018-2019 membership fees.”
Members can supply brochures to be distributed through our new Rack on display at IHOP
Cahill also discussed the “Member Brochure Rack” at IHOP. Members supply brochures which are available for the public. He also talked about the “Staples Business Network” program. This program is also a member benefit where you can have a display table at Staples and pass out literature to create awareness of your business.
In addition to President Robert Peluso and Executive Board Member Frank Cahill was Board Members Ildiko Peluso, Nicolas Limanov, Alan Golub, Esq. Also joining the celebration was Mayor Michael Soriano, Council Vice President Janice McCarthy, Township Clerk Khaled Madin, CFO Ann Cucci, Dr. Barbara Sargent, Superintendent Parsippany Board of Education and Representing Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce was her Chief of Staff George Dredden who presented the Chamber Board with a Proclamation from the State of NJ. Council Vice President Janice McCarthy presented a certificate of recognition to Executive Board Member Frank Cahill. Also in attendance was Councilman Michael dePierro and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani.
The new office is located in the Halsey Corporate Center, 90 East Halsey Road, Suite 322.
Council Vice President Janice McCarthy presenting a “Certificate of Recognition” from the Township CouncilRobert Peluso, Councilman Michael dePierro, Frank Cahill, and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani
For more information on the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce you can visit their website by clicking here or call Executive Board Member Frank Cahill at (973) 402-6400.
Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso and former Board Member Joseph NicastroMembers of Picatinny Federal Credit Union with Executive Board Member Frank Cahill and President Robert Peluso. Picatinny will be opening a new branch location at the Baldwin Shopping Center.
PARSIPPANY — More patients die from pancreatic cancer than breast cancer, making pancreatic cancer the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States. Additionally, only 9% of patients live five years. To change the course of this disease, the New Jersey Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is inviting the community to attend PurpleStride New Jersey: The Walk to End Pancreatic Cancer.
The event takes place during Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month on Sunday, November 11 at the Mack Cali Corporate Complex, One Campus Drive, days before World Pancreatic Cancer Day on November 16. PurpleStride will raise much needed awareness and funds to support the mission of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to advance research, support patients and create hope. Their goal is to raise $545,000.
“We’re saving lives at PurpleStride New Jersey,” stated Sandi Field Affiliate Chair of the New Jersey Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. “Every stride we make directly impacts the course of this disease. Our community needs this uplifting celebration of hope that unites families affected by the deadliest cancer. It’s time to take action against pancreatic cancer and make vigorous steps to double survival by 2020!”
The family-friendly 5K timed awareness walk/run will include:
• Registration at 7:30 a.m., Opening Ceremonies begins at 9:00 a.m. Special guest: Erin Willett
• 9:30 a.m. 5K Run/Walk Begins
• 11:00 a.m. Closing Ceremonies
• Kid-friendly activities and “purple play zone”
• Opening ceremony featuring live entertainment
• National Gold Sponsor: AbbVie and Ipsen
• Gold Sponsor: RWJ Barnabas and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
• National Presenting Sponsor: Celgene
• Gold Media Sponsors: WCBS/FM and WFAN
• Regional Silver Sponsor: Immunovia
The American Cancer Society reports an estimated 53,670 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and approximately 43,090 will die from the disease this year. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is working to double survival by 2020 by continuing to directly fund research, advocate for increased funding and resources from the national government, raise awareness through community outreach, and provide excellent patient services and support for novel initiatives like Clinical Trial Finder, Know Your TumorSM personalized medicine service and the Patient Registry.
We love animals just as much as you do! However, due to safety and liability reasons, pets are unfortunately not allowed at Pancreatic Cancer Action Network events. Service animals are, of course, welcome.
Learn more about how you can support your local New Jersey Affiliate and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network by clicking here.
Special Guest will be Erin Willett. Willett brings her raw energy to New York City by way of Gaithersburg, Maryland. With the musical influence of her father, a member of the 1960’s band The Newports, Erin has music in her blood. Growing up in the 90s, pop records constantly rotated in her walkman. Every Sunday her outlet for music was church choir, were she became enamored with gospel singers and soul performers. This vocal ability combined with fascination from the performances of her brother’s punk bands, produced a powerful performance style that is all her own.
During season 2, Erin became a semi-finalist on NBC’s hit show The Voice. Known for her powerhouse vocals and infectious spirit, she became one of the final two contestants on Blake Shelton’s team. Following the show, she released her self-titled debut EP which is available on iTunes. Erin has also opened for notable acts including Twenty One Pilots, Adam Lambert, and Third Eye Blind.
She continues to give back as an Influencer of Hope for The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network; an organization fighting the disease that took her fathers life in 2011. Along with songwriters Liz Russo and Tova Litvin, she helped co-write and performs the Anthem of Hope for PanCan, “Hope’s Alive”. The single can be found on all music streaming and downloading platforms and the first $1 Million raised from the sale of “Hope’s Alive” will go to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Erin is slated this year to perform “Hope’s Alive” at PurpleStrides all over the country. The funds raised during the 5K Run/Walk series will help to continue research, educate the public, and provide services that give current and future pancreatic cancer patients a chance for survival.
After a lifelong struggle with her weight and body image issues, Willett had the opportunity to compete in the fall of 2015 on Season 17 of NBC’s The Biggest Loser. During the airing of the show Yahoo.com exclusively premiered her single “Out of the Darkness” chronicling her struggle with depression and self discovery. At the Live Finale Erin lost an astonishing 87 Pounds and the following day Billboard.com exclusively premiered the music video for the single. Following the show, Erin partnered with Planet Fitness and toured the the country; engaging in conversations about lifestyle change, leading fitness classes, and sharing her own weight loss journey. She maintains a healthy lifestyle with an affinity for spin and hot yoga classes. In addition,Erin is an avid runner and has completed five half-marathons.
Erin brings her eccentric, jubilant attitude to the radio waves and can be heard on a number of Entercom stations throughout the east coast as an on-air personality. She has filled-in on morning shows such as WNEW’s The Karen & Jeffrey Show, WIAD’s The Tommy Show, and WCBS FM Scott Shannon in the Morning.
In 2018, Erin is will continue to release new music. Her new single “Try” with Brooklyn based producer, DULSAE, is out August 10th! You can catch her performing with her lively 7- piece band as well as her acoustics shows as The Erin Willett Trio around the NYC area.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills Vikings held their fifth annual “Gold Out Game” on Friday, September 14 to support Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
At the game vs. Roxbury High School, both varsity football teams, cheerleaders, and fans in the stands wore gold to help bring awareness to this heartbreaking disease. The Gold Ribbon symbol is used to express support and generate solidarity for the fight against childhood cancer. Gold t-shirts, hats, pins, etc. were available for purchase, and can be purchased by clicking here.
Eleven year old Sean Ries
All proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation in honor of TEAMSean and local brain cancer warrior/honorary Par Hills Football Captain Sean Ries, who has been fighting a battle against this disease since 2012. For more information on Team Sean, click here.
#ForTheKidsThe players wore gold socks to support Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthGo Gold For HannahHannah CerulloEmma Marie Wyman
The final scoreThe students in the stands all wore gold for the fifth annual Gold Out GameDennis Wilson (#8) and JD Breslauer (#12). In the first quarter a 65 yard pass by JD Breslauer to Dennis Wilson, scoring the first touchdown and Anthony Memoli scored a point after touchdown, bringing the score to 7-0. Then another 35 pass by JD Breslauer to Wilson scoring the second touchdown and Anthony Memoli scored a point after touchdown, bringing the score to 14-0. Then JD Breslauer in a 6 yard pass to Ty Salie for the third touchdown and Anthony Memoli scored a point after touchdown, bringing the score to 21-0. In the second quarter a 15 yard screen pass by JD Breslauer to Dominick Verducci to score another touchdown and a two point conversion by Kevin Minardi, bringing the score to 29-0.
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On September 7, the Vikings lost to River Dell 37-0.
PARSIPPANY — The Friends of the Parsippany Library and Woman’s Club of Parsippany are joining forces on Saturday, September 22 to raise funds for the Parsippany Library. The downstairs of the Parsippany Main Library at 449 Halsey Road will be transformed into a children’s book lover’s paradise, with a continental breakfast served by storybook characters, a children’s book sale, raffle for book-themed prizes, and a special storytime and craft by author Tara Lazar.
Thanks to the donation of Children’s Day decorations by Mount Tabor residents, attendees will be able to interact with replicas of the Magic School Bus, Goodnight Moon, Very Hungry Caterpillar, and more during the event.
Volunteers dressed as characters including the Man in the Yellow Hat, Miss Frizzle, Pete the Cat, and Pinkalicious will help serve the continental breakfast from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Donations from Udi’s, Lifeway Kefir, Cream-o-Land Dairy and Starbucks will be among the offerings and options will be available for individuals with food allergies.
New Jersey resident Tara Lazar is the featured author and will read one of her humorous picture books to the audience. Her work is highly regarded by children, whose votes earned her most recent book, 7 Ate 9: The Untold Story, the 2018 Irma S. & James H. Black Award for Excellence in Children’s Literature. She is also a recipient of the SCBWI Crystal Kite and co-chair of the Rutgers University Council on Children’s Literature One-on-One Plus Conference. Tara will also conduct a craft with attendees and speak about a day in the life of an author.
This event is made possible by sponsorships from Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Wegmans, and Springboard Therapy. Applebee’s was the first sponsor to sign on and Wegmans is a returning sponsor, having previously supported an anniversary gala and Bollywood Night event that benefited the library. Springboard Therapy rounds out the sponsorships and reflects the event’s focus on children. Springboard Therapy was created with a vision to provide a safe, fun and respectful environment where children who struggle with a variety of developmental and sensory processing difficulties can thrive and build skills, confidence and a positive sense of self.
Not able to make the event but still want to support? Donate a “donut” by making a donation of $5.00 per donut on the registration page and your donut will be displayed at the Main Library. If you would like to have your name written on your donut, simply enter in the comment area during checkout. Donuts may also be purchased at the Main Library.
Registration is required for this event by clicking here.
To learn more about how you can contribute to the growth of Parsippany’s libraries and community, visit the Friends of the Parsippany Library website by clicking here and the Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — Furry, fluffy, feathered, or fuzzy – all are welcome to join the congregation of St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, October 7 at 5:00 p.m. for the annual blessing of Animals Liturgy celebrating the life of St. Francis who is remembered as having a deep appreciation for all of creation and a special bond with animals.
All God’s creatures are welcome however, for safety concerns, participants are asked to bring their pets leashed or caged. Following the liturgy, refreshments are provided as an opportunity for people and pets socialize.
To support the Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter donations of dog or cat food, paper towels and cleaning supplies are requested. (For more information about Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter click here).
St. Gregory’s is a progressive, inclusive and affirming, community of faith joyfully sharing the love and Gospel of Jesus Christ with all God’s Children, we are located at 480 South Beverwyck Road. Please call the church at (973) 887-5879 or email saintgregoryschurch@gmail.com for additional information.
PARSIPPANY — Morris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi, the “People’s Clerk,” announces that Nicholas P. Tworischuk will manage her reelection campaign,
Campaign manager Tworischuk has political experience dating back to his days as a student at Marquette University in Milwaukee, when he was chair of the university Republican club and was elected the chair of the State Wisconsin College Republican organization.
He holds a PhD in higher education administration from Seton Hall University and a Masters in Public Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Tworischuk spent 45 years as a public research university and municipal finance executive and is an adjunct instructor in management, public finance and cyber security risk.
Looking ahead, Tworischuk said Grossi plans an active, informative campaign.
The Headquarters for the Reelect Ann Grossi County Clerk organization is located at 1711 Route 46 East, Suite 200. The office phone number is (973) 588-5957.
DOVER — After four grueling days of trial, during which more than 30 Dover voters were subpoenaed to testify, Superior Court Judge Stuart Minkowitz ruled that Carlos Valencia’s victory in the Democratic primary for Fourth Ward Alderman stands.
He explained that children arrive with no belongings and would benefit from backpacks. He noted that as each child reaches LSSNY, s/he receives medical, dental, and mental health care, plus safe housing. Staff search then for each child’s family. When Schub contacted Caring Capital clients, four responded immediately, setting up work-hour events in which employee volunteers could create the Backpacks. Using colorful fabrics and markers packed in each kit, employees decorated backpacks and matching baseball caps and journals. Companies also donated bilingual books, games, and gift cards. Schub explained, “Most people wish to respond to an emergency but often don’t know how.
