Board of Adjustment Meeting for March 7 Cancelled

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Board of Adjustment Meeting for March 7 Cancelled

PARSIPPANY— Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 7 has been cancelled due to the inclement weather.

All matters scheduled for this evening have been rescheduled.

The agenda for the cancelled meeting consisted of:

Application 17:109: Erin Murray, 11 Hope Road, Block: 31 Lot: 3 Zone: R-3, “C” Variance to install a 5 ft. high solid fence and 6 ft. high solid fence contrary to Sec. 430-11.A. & B.This application will be heard on March 21, at the Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m.

Application 17:108: Piyush Panchal, 640 Vail Road, Block: 479 Lot: 25 Zone: R-3, “C” Variance to install a circular driveway expansion contrary to Sec. 430-35 Col. 13.This application will be heard on March 21, at the Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m.

Application 17:88: Amit Patel, 167 Bridgeton Drive, Block: 261 Lot: 5 Zone: R-4, “C’ Variance to construct a driveway expansion contrary to Sec. 430-275X. This application was approved December 6, 2017 but was found to be improperly noticed.This application will be heard on March 21, at the Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m.

Application 17:95: Satvinder Manko, 27 Farmingdale Drive, Block: 250 Lot: 15 Zone: R-4, “C” Variance to construct a deck with stairs contrary to Sec. 430-35 Col. 13 and Sec. 430-10.I. This application will be heard on March 21, at the Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m.

Application 17:74: Littleton Road, LLC, 240 Littleton Road, Block: 412 Lots: 8 and 9 Zone: O-1, “C”/“D/Preliminary and Final Major Site Plan to develop the property with one building as a 7-11 and one building for an unnamed tenant. (Click here to read related article). This application will be heard on Wednesday, April 4 at the Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m.

Temple Beth Am – Third Friday Speaker Series announced

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Temple Beth Am – Third Friday Speaker Series announced

PARSIPPANY — The popular Third Friday Speaker Series continues at Temple Beth Am in Parsippany on Friday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m., with a musical and engaging speaker: Rabbi Deborah Zecher, who will discuss the Jewish Songwriters of the Golden Age of American Songbook. 

In May 2018, Rabbi Zecher will present her debut solo cabaret show at “Don’t Tell Mama” in New York City, and which will be directed by Lennie Watts, with musical direction by Tracy Stark.

On July 1, 2014, Rabbi Zecher became Rabbi Emerita of Hevreh of Southern Berkshire, in Great Barrington, MA, after having served as Rabbi and Leader of Music there from 1992-2014, and is currently the monthly and High Holiday rabbi at Northshore Jewish Congregation in Mandeville, Louisiana. In the summer of 2017, the Rabbi was accepted as one of six Cabaret Fellows at the Eugene O’Neill Cabaret Conference, where she studied with Barb Jungr, Lennie Watts, Judy Kuhn, Tonya Pinkins and Cristina Bianco.   

Rabbi Zecher was part of the leadership of the Reform movement, having completed two terms on the Board of Governors of HUC-JIR, as well as serving as president of the Rabbinic Alumni Association of HUC-JIR. She also served as Recording Secretary of the Central Conference of American Rabbis, and was a member of the Board of the Union of American Hebrew Congregations (now the Union for Reform Judaism). In 2003, Rabbi Zecher was chosen as one of the sh’lichei tzibor (leader of worship) for the URJ Biennial Shabbat morning service, the first time a Rabbi was chosen to share musical responsibilities for this service.

This interesting and informative talk at Temple Beth Am is free and open to the public. Temple Beth Am is located at 879 South Beverwyck Road.

Woman’s Club Seeking Contributions for its 37th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic

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Woman’s Club Seeking Contributions for its 37th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic

PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills (WCPTH) is hosting their 37th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic & Luncheon Social on Tuesday, July 10 at the Knoll Country Club West.

The event includes a Golf Classic, Game Social and Luncheon.  The fundraiser benefits WCPTH’S Scholarship and Education Fund. Contributions (for door prizes or Tricky Tray baskets) or sponsorships for the Fundraiser are greatly appreciated. All money raised goes 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, and 5th Grade Reading awards.

WCPTH club members Claudia McCarthy and MaryAnn Coyne at the 2017 Tricky Tray Table. Photo courtesy of Woman’s Club of Parsippany Troy Hills

If you would like to contribute or attend the event, please contact Marilyn Z. at (973) 539-3703 or WCPTH, Golf Outing, P.O. Box 98, Parsippany, NJ 07054.

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. The next General Meeting is Monday, March 26 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building, 100 Centerton Drive. For more information call Cathy at (973) 984-0758, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com or click here.

Meeting schedule is subject to change.  Please contact Cathy (Membership Chairman) if interested in attending a meeting or to confirm date and time.  (973) 984-0758 or womansclubofpth@gmail.com.

Lyft driver robbed at Sonesta Suites

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Lyft driver robbed at Sonesta Suites

PARSIPPANY — Multiple Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrol Officers responded to Sonesta Suites, 61 Interpace Parkway, at 2:47 a.m. on Friday, February 23 for a reported robbery in the parking lot.

Upon their arrival, they spoke to the 32 year old male victim. The victim advised the officers that he drives for Lyft and when he arrived at the pickup location he was supposed to have one passenger, but two male passengers got into his vehicle.

He further explained that he informed them that the additional passenger would increase the fare. A verbal altercation ensued and the victim requested the two males to exit his vehicle.

The victim stated after they exited, they pulled him out of his vehicle and he was held by one male, while the other male punched and kicked him. He was then thrown to the ground and struck with a brick, in addition to being punched and kicked.

The suspects stole his Samsung Galaxy cellphone valued at $824.00, along with $60.00 in cash and fled into the building. The victim was treated by EMS for his facial injuries and refused further medical treatment.

The Morris County Sheriff’s Office CIS Unit responded to the scene along with Parsippany Detective A. Morelli to assist in the investigation. While on scene Detective Morelli observed two males that matched the description of the suspects.

While speaking to both males, identified as Dewand Proctor, 23, Paterson, and Bobby Rawl, 24,  Paterson, they gave officers fictitious names. Both suspects were placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters.

Prior to departing the scene, Detective Anthony Morelli was able to recover the victim’s stolen cellphone.

After further investigation Dewad Proctor and Bobby Rawl were both charged with the following: one count of 1st Degree Robbery, one count of 2nd Degree Conspiracy to commit Robbery, one count of 3rd Degree Hindering, one count of 3rd Degree Theft by Unlawful Taking, one count of 3rd Degree Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, one count of 3rd Degree Aggravated Assault, one count of 4th Degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and one count of Simple Assault, a Disorderly Persons offense.

They were both transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility pending their first appearance.

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.

Curb-side Pick-up of Storm Debris

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Curb-side Pick-up of Storm Debris

PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany will be providing curb-side pick-up of storm debris. The scheduled pick-up will be from Monday, March 12 through Friday, March 16.

When placing debris at the curb, please consider the following. Brush or tree limbs only (no logs) should be at least 6’-8’ in length if possible. Please stack the debris at the curb, (cut end), facing the road.

Uber passenger assaults officers

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Uber passenger assaults officers

PARSIPPANY — While patrolling Route 46 East, Patrol Officer Arthur Ohlsen observed a vehicle stopped in a lane of travel on Route 46 West in front of Arlington Plaza at 2:46 a.m. on February 24.

He conducted a motor vehicle stop and made contact with the driver, who was standing outside of his vehicle. The driver stated that he was an Uber driver and was just assaulted by the passenger. The driver did not report any injuries.

Officers made contact with the passenger, Elizabeth Suasnabar-Vila, 26, Denville.

Due to her being belligerent towards officers and her level of intoxication, an ambulance was requested to respond to the scene. While waiting for the ambulance to arrive, she attempted to walk away several times. Officers stopped her for her safety at which time she attempted punch Officer Denis DeMuro and also attempted to kick Officer Arthur Ohlsen. For her safety she was restrained until EMS arrived on scene.

Upon arrival of Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad, the officers escorted Ms. Suasnabar-Vila to the ambulance. While transferring her, she spit on both officers faces.

She was transported to Saint Clare’s Hospital for treatment.

She was subsequently processed and charged on a Complaint-Summons with Aggravated Assault-Throwing Bodily Fluids at Law Enforcement Officers. She was released on her own recognizance pending her 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.

 

Jonathan Blunk includes CCM on Book Tour

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Jonathan Blunk includes CCM on Book Tour

RANDOLPH — Jonathan Blunk, a poet with New Jersey roots, has included County College of Morris (CCM) on his national book tour for “James Wright: A Life in Poetry.”

Jonathan Blunk

Blunk will read from his book, published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, and talk about the meaning of poetry in the life of Wright. The reading takes place Tuesday, March 20, at 12:30 p.m., in the Sherman H. Masten Learning Resource Center, Room 121, on the CCM campus, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. The event is free and open to the public.

Blunk’s book on Wright has been hailed by the New York Times as an “engrossing biography” where “Wright comes through vividly on every page.”

An Ohio native, Wright’s first published book of verse was “The Green Wall,” which was awarded the Yale Younger Poets Prize. In 1971, he was elected to the Academy of American Poets and the following year his “Collected Poems” received the Pulitzer Prize in Poetry.

A poet, essayist, and radio producer, Blunk has written for The Nation, Poets & Writers, The Georgia Review and other publications. He also assisted with editing “A Wild Perfection,” the selected letters of James Wright.

Blunk was born in Denville and grew up in Basking Ridge and Martinsville. Now a Hudson Valley resident, he also lived in Somerville and Raritan in the 1980s while working as a researcher at the Institute of Jazz Studies at Rutgers University in Newark and as a disc jockey at WFMU-FM in East Orange.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Schools Closed March 7

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Parsippany-Troy Hills Schools Closed March 7

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, March 7 as Parsippany braces for another big coastal storm that could dump up to a foot of snow on parts of New Jersey.

Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency effective at 8:00 p.m. Tuesday.

Although the storm is not expected to be as strong as the monster nor’easter that ravaged New Jersey and other states along the East Coast last Friday, it is expected to bring a big mix of snow, rain and gusty winds.

“It’s expected to hit us tonight through tomorrow, bringing wet, heavy snow,” Murphy said during a news conference at the State Police compound in West Trenton. “Please do not venture out on the roads during the storm.”

Diana Yturbe awarded Gold Meadow

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Diana Yturbe awarded Gold Meadow

PARSIPPANY — Diana Yturbe is 13 years old and lives in Lake Hiawatha with her parents. She was awarded Gold medal in the USA Youth National Powerlifting competition on February 16, 2018 in Spokane, Washington.

She is currently an eighth grade student at All Saints Academy in Parsippany where she maintains straight A’s while juggling multiple extra curricular activities.

Diana will be attending Mount Saint Dominic Academy class of 2022 in the Fall where she will be taking Honors classes.

“To be honest with you, I got a little emotional, because she puts in so much hard work,” said her father, Michael Yturbe. “I still feel like I’m on Cloud 9. She gives me so much. It’s amazing.””To be honest with you, I got a little emotional, because she puts in so much hard work,” said her father, Michael Yturbe. “I still feel like I’m on Cloud 9. She gives me so much. It’s amazing.”

Diana plays club softball for NJ Pride 14U. She is the treasurer for the National Junior Honors Society; a Girl Scout; Alter Serves for her Church St Peter’s and plays other sports such as Basketball and Tennis.

She trains and works out religiously 4-5 days a week at Pinnacle Athletic Development in Parsippany and Whippany Athletic Club in Whippany.

Diana started powerlifting in September 2017 and participated in her very first powerlifting event The Philadelphia Love Classic in Pa. on December 16, 2017. She won Gold to qualify for the USA Youth Nationals Powerlifting in Spokane, Washington on February 16, 2018.
Diana went to Spokane with high hopes of achieving Gold…..mission accomplished.

She finished in first place in Youth 3 (12-13 year old) 63-KG weight.
There were over 30 Athletes from 14 states competing in the event.

Diana set 4 National Records and
5 New Jersey State Records:
Squatting 97.5 Kg 214.9 lbs National Record
Benching 55 Kg 121.3 lbs Personal Best
Deadlifting 137.5 Kg 303.1 lbs National Record
Total 290 Kg 639 lbs National Record

She’s competed against more than 30 athletes from 14 states, and not all of them were girls. She’s proved it doesn’t matter your age or gender, it’s your determination that gets you far.

“The competitiveness,” she cites. “Seeing other girls compete really drives me to do my best.”

Diana says one day she hopes to reach the Olympics.

Gibraltar Bank’s Community Bank Partnership Program

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Gibraltar Bank’s Community Bank Partnership Program

PARSIPPANY — Gibraltar Bank, one of New Jersey’s most trusted community banking institutions for over a century, has announced a new program that waives loan origination fees for community service employees. Effective immediately, and available at each of the Bank’s three branches in Parsippany, Oak Ridge and Newark, the Community Bank Partnership Program waives origination fees for community service employees on a wide selection of home loans. Gibraltar Bank is located at 1719 Route 10 East.

Available to most community service employees – including teachers, police officers, firefighters, and EMTs – the new program also offers reduced interest rates on portfolio loans, such as home equity loans, as well as Totally Free Checking and Savings Accounts with no minimum balance.

The initiative rose out of Gibraltar Bank’s desire to, as Bank President Robert Walsh explained, “Serve the ones that serve our communities.” Community personnel, he says, are the fabric that holds local communities together, and this is the Bank’s way to both appreciate and incentivize community service employment.

“Waiving loan origination fees for our valued community service employees is a way to attract the pillars of the communities we serve – the exemplary men and women who keep us safe, teach our children, and keep their communities running,” continued Mr. Walsh. “These folks are VIP members of their communities, and we want to be the Bank they turn to for loans and other financial services.”

 

Gibraltar Bank is one of New Jersey’s oldest and most trusted community banking institutions, one which has been helping residents and businesses achieve their financial goals for over a century. Gibraltar Bank’s ongoing mission is to provide FDIC-insured deposits, promote homeownership, and consistently offer a customer friendly selection of products and services that help individuals prosper.

Gibraltar Bank has three branch offices located in Essex and Morris Counties, each with a highly-trained management and customer service team. For more information, visit a branch office, call (973) 515-0885 or click here.

Breaking news: Council meeting cancelled

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Breaking news: Council meeting cancelled

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council President Paul Carifi, Jr. announced the Township Council meeting for Tuesday, March 6 has been cancelled, and will be rescheduled for Tuesday March 13 at 7:30 p.m.

The meeting was cancelled after Mayor Michael Soriano announced that Town Hall would be closing for the evening.

Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency as New Jersey braces for another big coastal storm that could dump up to a foot of snow in parts of the state.

The state of emergency is effective at 8:00 p.m. Tuesday. Typically Township Council meetings can last until 9:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m.

Although the storm is not expected to be as strong as the monster nor’easter that ravaged New Jersey and other states along the East Coast on Friday, it is expected to bring a big mix of snow, rain and gusty winds.

Attempted Car Theft on North Beverwyck Road

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Attempted Car Theft on North Beverwyck Road

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officers responded to 96 North Beverwyck Road, on Tuesday, February 27 at 4:14 p.m. for an attempted vehicle theft.

Upon arrival of responding officers, the victim stated he was unloading his 2013 Mercedes Benz when an unknown male suspect jumped into the driver’s seat and attempted to leave.

The suspect was confronted by the victim before he could drive the vehicle away, at which time the suspect stole two cellphones and exited the vehicle.

He attempted to flee the area on foot, but was stopped by the victim long enough to recover his cellphones.

Patrol Officers responded to 96 N. Beverwyck Road for an attempted vehicle theft

A perimeter was setup by responding officers, along with Parsippany Police Department Detectives. The Morris County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit, along with MCSO CIS were dispatched to the scene to assist in the investigation.

The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 5’06, wearing jeans, a baseball hat, and a dark zip up sweatshirt, jeans.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department’s Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Nicole Hill Travels Abroad on Carmen Twillie Ambar Sophomore Expedition

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Nicole Hill Travels Abroad on Carmen Twillie Ambar Sophomore Expedition

PARSIPPANY — Nicole Hill, a graduate of Parsippany High School Class of 2016, will travel abroad for Cedar Crest College’s Carmen Twillie Ambar Sophomore Expedition. The Sophomore Expedition is a unique program that allows every sophomore who is in good academic and judicial standing to study abroad during spring break at no extra cost. This year’s trip is to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil from March 3 to March 11, 2018.

Travel, lodging and meals are paid for by an anonymous alum. Minus the cost of a passport and visa, it won’t cost students anything beyond their regular semester tuition, room and board, and fees.

To give students a basic understanding of the country’s culture, they are required to take a semester-long class about the country. Students will be assigned one of eight itineraries based on their major which will include service learning projects, cultural visits, team building activities, and free time or optional activities.

Located in Allentown, Pa., Cedar Crest College was selected as a “Top Regional College” and “Best Value” in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges rankings from 2012-2016 and “Best College for Veterans in 2015 and 2016. In addition, the College is the fourth best online college in Pennsylvania ranked by Best in State Online Colleges in 2016 and the School of Adult and Graduate Education was ranked a Top 50 school for adult education by Best College Reviews in 2015. Founded in 1867, Cedar Crest currently enrolls approximately 1,500 students-full-time, part-time and graduate-in more than 30 fields of study.

DeCroce asks Governor’s Office for State of Emergency Declaration

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DeCroce asks Governor’s Office for State of Emergency Declaration
Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce

PARSIPPANY — Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce is working with the governor’s office to have a State of Emergency declared in areas of the state that were hard hit by Friday’s nor’easter.

The State of Emergency declaration is necessary for municipalities and counties to apply for federal assistance to recoup the money they are spending on personnel and equipment to clean up after the storm that dumped rain and wet snow on many areas of the state.

By one estimate more than 170,000 people lost power this weekend. Nearly a quarter of Morris County households or more than 35,000 homes were without power on Saturday night.

The power company — JCP&L — said it will take days to restore power to all its customers as high winds toppled trees and cracked telephone poles.

DeCroce (R-Morris, Essex, Passaic) said she has been in contact with the governor office since Sunday seeking assistance for the hard hit counties.  Today the state dispatched the Office of Emergency Management to assess the storm damage in northwest New Jersey.

DeCroce said municipalities have been working around the clock removing downed trees, clearing snow and other debris and assisting people who need shelter.  Montville Township, says DeCroce, had already expended more than $100,000 by Monday morning on storm related clean up issues.

“Without the State of Emergency designation, the municipal taxpayers will have to bear the full cost of the storm damage – which could have a substantial impact on the 2018 budgets that municipalities are just now finalizing,” said DeCroce.

“I urge the governor’s office to declare a State of Emergency that will release federal aid to the hard hit municipalities and counties,” said DeCroce.

Quick Thinking Junior Firefighter Josh Lefferts saves the day

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Quick Thinking Junior Firefighter Josh Lefferts saves the day

PARSIPPANY — Friday, March 2 started out as a normal day for Josh Lefferts. After school he drove to the Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department, where he wants to become a full member after graduating high school in June.

But as Josh entered the parking lot, he noticed a tree had fallen across the train tracks adjacent to the fire station. Knowing that this train is mainly a commuter line he felt it was critical to stop the trains and remove the tree.

He immediately ran inside the firehouse and told Rainbow Lakes Fire Chief Doug Reighard. “They looked out the window of the firehouse but could not see the tree,” Josh said. Then he and Russ Greuter went outside and located the tree. “Russ said go get everyone else in the Firehouse and get a chain saw so we can clear the tree out the way,” Josh recalls.

At that time they called the New Jersey Transit Police to advise them of the situation and to shut down the railway. They also assigned “spotters” on each side of the tracks to see if there were any coming trains.

Because of Josh’s quick thinking and acting, they were able to cut the tree in pieces and remove it off the tracks before any trains travelled those tracks.

After they were all done clearing the tracks, New Jersey Transit Police arrived and about ten minutes later a commuter train passed through the area,  that once contained the fallen tree.

Mayor Michael Soriano said “It is a testament to the vigilance and volunteerism Parsippany’s bravest.”

The New Jersey Transit commuter train minutes after the tracks were cleared of the fallen tree

Had the junior firefighter not identified that hazard no one would know what could have happened, however ten minutes after they cleared the tree off the tracks a commuter train came through at normal speed. 

Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Lieutenant Keith Lefferts said “I’m very proud of Josh. I’m proud of what he did. He did the right thing, reporting what he saw. We don’t know what would have happened if the train hit the tree, but thanks to Josh, we won’t have to find out.” 

Josh Lefferts is a proud Junior Firefighter for the Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department
Some of the remains of the tree that was cut off and removed off the tracks
Josh in the area where the tree had fallen on the train tracks

Josh has been a junior firefighter for almost a year and he will turn 18 on September 6 and will then enroll in Firefighter School to become a volunteer Fireman for Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department. He currently is a senior at Morris Knolls High School.

Sons of Italy cooks for Par-Troy Wrestling Fundraiser

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Sons of Italy cooks for Par-Troy Wrestling Fundraiser

PARSIPPANY — Sons of Italy Chapter 2561 sponsored a fundraiser for Par-Troy Wrestling Club.  The fundraiser was held at Parsippany Volunteer Fire District 5, 180 Old Bloomfield Road on Saturday, February 24.

Included with the pasta dinner, cooked by the Sons of Italy members, are homemade meatballs, bread, salad and dessert.

Kiwanis K-Kid member Christine Baumann, and her mom Jackie
Scott Massefski and his family
Kiwanis K-Kid member Anthony Caponegro enjoying the pasta dinner at the fundraiser
Sons of Italy member Ralph Rocco serving the pastaco
Par-Troy Wrestling Club Board Member June Madina
Nando Caldarone, Raffaele Rocco, Domenick Rocco, Joseph Jannarone, Jr., Domenick Regina, Ralph Rocco, Juan, Erberto Carluccio and Dominick Regina were cooking in the kitchen
People waiting for their food
The room was packed with guests

Parsippany is such a large town that its children’s wrestling programs are traditionally split into two teams – the Parsippany Redhawks and the Parsippany Hills Vikings. Both had long-established histories, successes, and victories. As strong as both teams functioned separately, coaches, wrestlers, and parents knew that if they joined forces to create one team Parsippany Wrestling would become a major squad.

This became a reality in the spring of 2010. The Par-Troy Wrestling Club was formed with the motto, “One Town. One Team.”

PTWC registers children from grades kindergarten through eighth grade and participates in a number of competitive wrestling leagues. Their function with a full Executive Board and Executive Committee Members. Their major annual fundraiser is a two-day Holiday Tournament with teams gathering from all over. Over the years PTWC boasts successes of all the kids, including:

  • New Jersey Kids State Qualifying Wrestlers, Place Winners and Champions
  • Participation and Great Success in Numerous Leagues: Grade School, Passaic County, Tri-County, Future Stars, Northwest NJ K-6, North Jersey, Northern NJ Gold and Silver Teams, and King of the Mat
  • Place Winners and Champions at Competitive Tournaments
  • Bronze Certified Coaches
  • Alumni Wrestlers who move on and are highly successful at Parsippany High School, Parsippany Hills High School, and local private programs

The full roster looks forward to more success under the club’s long list of qualified coaches. The 2016-2017 season will include participation of teams in five competitive leagues and local tournaments.

For more information on Par-Troy Wrestling, click here.

Driver taken into custody over warrant from ICE

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Driver taken into custody over warrant from ICE

PARSIPPANY — On February 25, Morris County Park Police Officers executed a motor-vehicle stop for an equipment violation. He was stopped on Route 10 Eastbound in Parsippany.

An investigation revealed that Luai A. Nour, 47, Bloomfield, to have a warrant from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

He was also found to have a warrant for failure to appear in Irvington Municipal Court. He was able to pay the required bail of $275.00 and was issued a new court date.

He was issued a summons for Driving While Suspended.

Mr. Nour was turned over to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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.

“Icanbike’’ Program for Disabled Residents Coming to Morris County

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“Icanbike’’ Program for Disabled Residents Coming to Morris County

PARSIPPANY — A special biking camp for persons ages eight and older with disabilities is going to be held for the first time ever in Morris County this summer, at the County College of Morris in Randolph during the week of August 6.

The weeklong iCanBike program teaches participants to ride independently through a week of training.

Using adapted, custom-built bike equipment, and with assistance from trained professionals and volunteers, participants in the five-day iCanBike program receive 75 minutes of daily instruction.

The riders each will have two-to-three volunteer “spotters” to offer encouragement and provide physical support, if needed. The goal is to have each rider graduate to her or his own bicycle by the end of the week.

“This is a remarkable program that can benefit an important segment of our community,’’ said Morris County Freeholder Director Doug Cabana. “We thank the organizers for bringing it to Morris County.’’

The iCanBike program, which is a nonprofit endeavor, will be held at CCM from August 6 to August 10, said camp organizers Diane Doherty and Judy Lauber. The cost is $200.00.

“Biking has the potential for being a family activity since everyone can ride together,’’ said Doherty.

“For the campers, biking is a monumental accomplishment. And their families can sit back and enjoy watching the participants having fun.’’

“For the campers, biking can build self-esteem, improve their confidence and improve their physical fitness,’’ said Lauber, who along with Doherty is an avid cyclist.

Each daily session will have a maximum of eight participants, with five sessions per day, so this summer’s iCanBike at CCM can accommodate a total of 40 participants.

It will be held indoors from Monday through Friday. But riders who acquire enough skill will be able to ride outdoors for part of the week in a roped off parking area, with their volunteer spotters.

“This is a great opportunity for people with disabilities to learn to independently ride,’’ said Marty Epstein, the owner of Marty’s Reliable Cycle, and the bike shop sponsor of the event.

The Morris Area Freewheelers Foundation also is a sponsor. Their mission is to promote safe cycling and advance the awareness about the role of cycling in the community.

The Hyatt House Hotel also is sponsoring the program, and is facilitating reservations

For professional staff members from iCanShine, Inc., which is the national organization.

“This is a unique and rewarding program,’’ said Doherty, who said that donations would gladly be accepted by the nonprofit group to help cover the expenses of running the camp.

To learn more about iCanBike camp or register, click here.

Dr. Selimo to present seminar for first responders

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Dr. Selimo to present seminar for first responders

PARSIPPANY — Dr. Patrick Selimo, of Parsippany, is offering a FREE Seminar on Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Parsippany Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.

Dr. Pat has been a Parsippany resident for 45 years and is currently a Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany member as well as a Parsippany Chamber of Commerce member. As a community service to the awesome EMT, Firefighters, Police, and area residents. Dr. Pat will be hosting this FREE presentation which has been developed with the intention of helping these public servants have a more productive, injury free, and longer career.

The three departments listed above have physically taxing careers that can sometimes lead to career ending disabilities. The information presented will give these groups some powerful information that will prevent early retirement from occurring, and, teach them a way of obtaining  an optimal level of health.

On behalf of Synergy Chiropractic and the town of Parsippany, Dr. Pat is truly honored to have the opportunity to to present this information to such an outstanding group of public servants who play a vital  role in helping this town be as AWESOME as it is to work, play and live in.

Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department Fish and Chips Dinner

Frank L. Cahill
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Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department Fish and Chips Dinner

PARSIPPANY — Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Department held a Fish or Chicken and Chips Dinner on Friday, February 23.

Funds from this event help support many of the community activities the all volunteer fire company performs. The dinners was catered by Argyles Restaurant. (Argyles is known for its Scottish style Fish & Chips)

Due to a mechanical problem with one of the three fryers from Argyles not getting hot enough to properly cook they experienced some delays in serving at our usual pace.

The volunteers were able to serve 250 meals.

We thank everyone for their patience and next years event will be Friday, March 15, 2019.

Argyle’s Scottish style Fish & Chips has been featured on several television programs, in New Jersey Monthly magazine, as well as in many local newspapers. They attract a largely Scottish, Irish and English clientele from all over the country and around the world – and frequently encounter visitors from Scotland and Ireland just dropping in for some “home cooked food.”

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