PARSIPPANY — Lake Hiawatha resident John Bidwell published a book last June.
He is a long time resident of Lake Hiawatha, and a former member of the Lake Hiawatha Fire Department. He grew up with the Lake Hiawatha Library, and enjoyed the Parsippany School system.
The book, Fusheeswa, is available on Amazon.com, by clicking here.
It also can be ordered through Barnes and Noble, by clicking here.
The 210-page book is a paranormal romance, so great for the holidays or for Valentine’s Day coming up.
John Dreamer is a cancer survivor who has outlasted most with his condition. He knows this is due to a remarkable nurse who loves him as a son–so much that she is willing to risk everything in experimenting with his chemotherapy. What they find together is that her medicines spark supernatural dreams in John. With the help of his nurse, John discovers that he can bring other people into his dream state and walk through their memories with more clarity than one could imagine and find what people need to learn in order to repair their own broken dreams. But John has a dream of his own that will define the rest of his life, however long that may be. He dreams of a soul mate desperate for him to find her. How does one find the mate of his dreams? John finds the task impossible, but slowly clues emerge in connections he finds between his soul mate and his nurse, and even a dream repair case he is working on. But all this will take time, the one thing it appears he does not have.As his soul mate tells him in a dream, if he is to learn where dreams can take him and where they can’t, he must “have some faith.”
PARSIPPANY — Dr. Julie Scarano was inducted into Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. Pictured with Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill and Secretary Karen Gajewski, Dr. Julie Scarano, accepts her membership credentials.
A native of Little Falls, New York, Dr. Scarano joined Santiago Chiropractic Associates in December 2009 following a month long externship at the facility and her graduation from New York Chiropractic College (NYCC).
Prior to her chiropractic education, Dr. Scarano was a two-sport athlete (tennis and softball) at Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BA in Biology. Following her doctorate degree, she completed the requirements of the International Chiropractic Association’s Council on Wellness Science to obtain credentialing as a Certified Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner. This certification allows Dr. Scarano to specialize in chiropractic wellness, active care, offer nutritional guidance and lifestyle counseling.
Frank Cahill said “We welcome Dr. Scarano to this global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.”
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany click here.
PARSIPPANY — In a last minute attempt to save Township Attorney John Inglesino from being replaced by the new Administration at the annual reorganization meeting, Council President Louis Valori introduced Resolution No. 2017:187 at the final regular Council meeting held on Tuesday, December 19.
The resolution was approved 3-0 with two members abstaining. Council President Louis Valori, Councilman Michael dePierro and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani voted to approve the resolution, while Council Vice President Robert Peluso and Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr., abstained.
The resolution appoints Todd M. Galante, Esq. and Piro, Zinna, Cifelli, Paris and Genitempo, LLC, (PiroZinna Firm) as special legal counsel for purposes of advising the Township Council on potential conflicts involving Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr. voting on the appointment of Township Attorney.
It is expected that Mayor-Elect Michael Soriano will nominate a new plenary Township Attorney, as well as Special Township Counsel at the Township Council’s reorganization meeting on January 1, 2018.
Democrat Mayor-elect Michael Soriano campaign promise is to replace current Township Attorney John Inglesino. Soriano has not announced who he will be nominating for Township Attorney.
Township Attorney John Inglesino
Township Attorney John Inglesino was appointed by Mayor James Barberio. During the eight years as Township Attorney, many of the years he was a “hold over” because not all Council members, including Council President Louis Valori, voted for reappointment of Inglesino.
The resolution states “the purpose of the Township Council retaining Mr. Galante and the PiroZinna Firm is to examine and opine on a potential conflict of interest involving Councilman Carifi, that may arise should Councilman Carifi vote on the Nominated Township Attorney or Special Counsel and Mr. Galante and PiroZinna shall prepare and deliver a legal opinion regarding potential conflict of interest as well as any other related issue pertaining thereto, to the Township Council in writing prior to the reorganization meeting scheduled for January 1, 2017. (Editors note: Although the resolution calls for a reorganization meeting on January 1, 2017, the actual reorganization will be held on January 2, 2018).
In addition the resolution states “Mr. Galante and the PiroZinna Firm shall and are hereby further authorized, by this Resolution, to take such other and further action they deem appropriate to prepare certain pleadings, legal papers and legal proceedings, including, but not limited to, an Order to Show Cause, to obtain declaratory judgment and whatever appropriate action and/or other relief as may be appropriate to enforce the purpose and directives of this Resolution, and shall file the same with the Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey should Councilman Carifi vote on the appointment of the Nominated Township Attorney or Special Counsel, and otherwise fully prosecute a definitive adjudication on said conflict of interest issue (as well as any other related issues or matters arising or related thereto) even if such full adjudication requires appeals.”
If they are successful in attempting to block Carifi, most likely the vote will be split 2-2 (Republicans dePierro and Gragnani voting against the new appointment, while new Council Democrat Candidates McCarthy and Peterson will vote for the new appointment) and Inglesino could become a hold-over.
Councilman Paul Carifi said “Just another attempt by Barberio to help his buddy Inglesino to continue to charge the residents of Parsippany outrages legal fees. Wasn’t this one of the reasons the residents of Parsippany overwhelmingly voted to get rid of Barberio and Inglesino. I wonder if Barberio, Inglesino and Valori had another Sunday night meeting to come up with this one.“
Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr.
The resolution also states “Councilman Carifi’s position on the Township Council creates the potential for a conflict of interest insofar as Councilman Carifi may seek to exercise his vote on the Nominated Township Attorney and any Special Counsel, who would have the authority to affect the outcome of the James Carifi Litigations.”
James Carifi is the brother of Township Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr.
James Carifi has filed two civil actions against the Township, known as Carifi I and Carifi III, and the Township has filed a civil action against James Carifi, known as Carifi II.
Carifi I and Carifi III are at the trial court level, both actions are currently on appeal before the New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division. The trial of Carifi II is imminent as the Superior Court of New Jersey has set a firm return date of January 5, 2018 for pre-trial motions.
Council President Louis Valori, also announced there will be a special council meeting on December 27 at 4:30 p.m. The agenda states:
Resolution of the Township Council of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills authorizing the execution of an agreement with Morris Corporate Center VI, LLC for the installation and maintenance of landscaping on a portion of the property known as 100 Cherry Hill Road (block 136, lot 44) in the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills
Resolution of the Township Council of the township of Parsippany-Troy Hills authorizing a mobile intensive care unit affiliation agreement with Prime Healthcare Services
Resolution of the Township Council of the township of Parsippany-Troy Hills authorizing a developer’s agreement with 700 Mountain Way
Any other action reasonably related thereto may also be taken. Formal action may or not be taken.
Mayor-elect Michael Soriano swept the General Election against Mayor James Barberio by almost 800 votes.
Michael Soriano (D)
6851
James Barberio (R)
6059
Council President Louis Valori and Council Vice President Robert Peluso terms end on December 31, 2017 and will be replaced by Democrat Janice McCarthy and Emily Peterson.
PARSIPPANY — Jeter is a ten-year old male Schnauzer and as cute as can be! He loves being around people and always becomes the center of attention. Jeter enjoys going on walks and exploring the backyard! He does well with kids and other dogs. He is very sweet and quite the cuddle bug! After a nice walk, he picks a comfy spot right next to you on the couch. Jeter knows “sit” and “down” and is very food motivated. Who says old dogs can’t learn new tricks? Jeter is also house trained and not destructive when left alone! Jeter would make a perfect companion for any loving family!
If you are interested in adopting Jeter, please fill out an application by clicking here.
W.A.R.’s goal is to find the perfect family dynamic and place the dogs in a loving, safe and permanent home. All of the dogs available for adoption are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on shots and microchipped.
The adoption process starts with filling an application, home visit, meet and greet and then finalizing with an adoption contract and fee.
Adoption fees range from about $200.00 to $500.00. These fees help defray costs of veterinary and foster care and are tax deductible.
PARSIPPANY — Santa Claus visited Carousel of Learning on Thursday December 21. With the help from Parsippany Parks & Forestry Santa came and sat with each child. The children were so excited. He came on the Parsippany Rescue and Recovery truck because the reindeer were resting. Thank you so much for making these children so happy!!
NEW JERSEY — Senator Joe Pennacchio called for action on legislation he sponsors to increase property tax relief for New Jerseyans through the elimination of the $10,000 limit on the property tax deduction that can be claimed by state income tax filers. Yesterday, Governor Christie expressed support for allowing homeowners to fully deduct their property taxes, saying it’s something the state can afford to do. Pennacchio said the Legislature should pass the measure now, with Christie’s support, or in the early days of the upcoming Murphy administration.
Senator Pennacchio calls on Governor-elect Murphy to committee to eliminating cap on property tax deduction.
“Governor-elect Murphy has been critical of the national restriction of the SALT deduction. If he is to be consistent, he should support eliminating New Jersey’s $10,000 cap,” stated Pennacchio. “Although asked for comments by various media groups, Governor-elect Phil Murphy has yet to say he will support the elimination of the $10,000 cap. I am asking for the Governor-elect’s commitment, yea or nay. If nay, that puts great urgency on the Legislature to pass S-3598 and have Governor Christie sign it.”
Pennacchio’s legislation, S-3598, would allow New Jersey homeowners and renters to fully deduct their property taxes. The maximum deduction that can be claimed under the New Jersey Gross Income Tax for property taxes is currently $10,000.
“Seizing this opportunity to provide immediate property tax relief should be the top priority in Trenton,” Pennacchio stated. “My bill, S-3598, provides solutions to Governor-elect Murphy’s concerns of Washington and focuses on supporting our hard working families in New Jersey.”
MORRIS PLAINS — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Morris Plains Borough Police Chief Jason A. Kohn announce the arrests of Meshach Whagar, 28, Newark, and Tione Davis, 35, East Orange, on charges related to a police pursuit that occurred during the early morning hours of Tuesday, December 19.
On Tuesday, December 19, at approximately 1:15 a.m., law enforcement identified a vehicle in the area of Hanover Avenue and Speedwell Avenue in Morris Plains with a registration tag that was not assigned to the vehicle.
When officers attempted to conduct a motor vehicle stop, the vehicle accelerated and attempted to flee. The pursuit continued into Morris Township, where the driver ultimately lost control and crashed into a telephone pole on Hanover Avenue.
Both occupants fled the car on foot. Whagar, later identified as the driver, was located hiding in a garage in Morris Township shortly after the pursuit. Davis was apprehended on the morning of Wednesday, December 20 at his place of employment.
During a search of the car, law enforcement officers recovered two handguns. One of the handguns contained dum-dum bullets.
Whagar was charged with one count of Eluding, a crime of the second degree, two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Handgun, crimes of the second degree, one count of Burglary, a crime of the third degree, one count of Resisting Arrest, a crime of the third degree, one count of Hindering Apprehension, a crime of the third degree, and one count of Possession of Dum-Dum Bullets, a crime of the fourth degree. Whagar was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility on a warrant-complaint in accordance with the Criminal Justice Reform Act.
Davis was charged with two counts of Unlawful Possession of a Handgun, crimes of the second degree, one count of Resisting Arrest, a crime of the third degree, and one count of Possession of Dum-Dum Bullets, a crime of the fourth degree. Davis was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility on a warrant-complaint in accordance with the Criminal Justice Reform Act.
Numerous law enforcement agencies assisted in the investigation, including the Morris Plains Borough Police Department, the Morris Township Police Department, the New Jersey State Police, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, the Hanover Township Police Department, the Morristown Police Department, the Morris County Park Police, the Madison Police Department, and the Florham Park Police Department.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200 or the Morris Plains Police Department at (973) 538-2284.
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.
DENVILLE — Morris Catholic High School will be hosting a Comedy Night Fundraiser to support the MCHS Athletic programs, on January 20. The night will include three comedians, a silent auction, a tricky tray, a 50-50 raffle and the ever popular Lottery Apron. The comedians are Uncle Floyd, Bobby Gonzo and Brad Trackmen. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
The price of the ticket is $25.00 and the event is a BYOB and a BYOF. Coffee and Dessert will be provided.
Morris Catholic is located at 200 Morris Avenue in Denville. For ticket information email mccomedynight@gmail.com or call (973) 627-6674 ext. 209.
PARSIPPANY — Mayor James Barberio presented Darryl Lee Jenkins with a certificate of recognition for 50 years of service at the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire District 3. Jenkins joined the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Department on August 17, 1967.
He has provided fifty years of faithful and honorable service as a member of District 3 and has taken his sense of service to his community to an even higher level by serving in all officer positions including Chief from 1972 to 1974 and from 1983 to 1985, and as Commissioner from 2003 to present. He has continually demonstrated bravery, professionalism and commitment to our community.
Darryl Jenkins and his wife Carol live in Lake Parsippany.
He is the father of Darryl, Jr. and Scott, proud grandfather of Christopher, Ryan and Emily, has earned the respect of his family, friends and colleagues
The certificate of recognition read:
Whereas, Darryl Lee Jenkins, a dedicated and skilled firefighter, joined the Lake Parsippany Fire Company District #3 on August 17, 1967; and
Whereas, Darryl Jenkins has provided fifty years of faithful and honorable service as a member of District 3 and has taken his sense of service to his community to an even higher level by serving in all officer positions including Chief from 1972 to 1974 and from 1983 to 1985, and as Commissioner from 2003 to present. He has continually demonstrated bravery, professionalism and commitment to the community; and
Whereas, Darryl Jenkins served as delegate to the 106th, 129th, 131st, 132nd and 134th annual conventions of the State Fireman’s Association. He is currently the Chainnan of the Fireman’s Relief Association; and
Whereas, Darryl Jenkins exemplifies all the attributes of a selfless human being, foregoing his own wants, needs and desires in order to serve residents and businesses of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills for the past 50 years; and
Whereas, the recipient of the Outstanding Civic Contributor and President’s Awards, Darryl Jenkins has demonstrated his further responsibility and service to the community as a volunteer with tl1e Boy Scouts of America and Little League baseball; and
Whereas, , Darryl Jenkins, the proud husband of Carol, father of Darryl, Jr. & Scott, proud grandfather of Christopher, Ryan and Emily, has earned the respect of his family, friends and colleagues.
Now, Therefore, I, James R. Barberio, Mayor of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, do hereby acknowledge the important contributions made by Darryl Lee Jenkins and express sincere appreciation and gratitude for 50 years of loyal service as a firefighter in the Lake Parsippany Fire Company District #3.
PARSIPPANY — After a strong year that saw a big increase in dealers and sales, Van Dessel is moving operations into a new space inside Kent International’s 60,000-square-foot warehouse in Parsippany.
Kent has been assisting Van Dessel in its growth, said Robert Vander Veur, Van Dessel’s vice president of sales and development. He said Van Dessel now has about 78 dealers — twice its count last year. Sales were up nearly 40 percent this year.
“Kent has been very important in supporting and backing our efforts, not just so we can produce new models, but to provide better service to our growing IBD base,” Vander Veur said. “We’ve increased our outside sales force with eight new reps. Hardly a sales army like larger brands, but we can begin providing our dealers with the attention they deserve,” he added.
Van Dessel has moved its inventory and assembly team to Parsippany, and the company added a few more assemblers. Every bike Van Dessel sends to dealers is assembled to order in-house.
“Part of the feedback from dealers we are getting is that they really appreciate the no-pressure approach we take. Shops can just order one bike, a frame and build kit or just a frame — we don’t care. And our a la carte build program gives them a unique bike that cannot be cost shopped,” Vander Veur said.
Vander Veur noted that as many larger suppliers have phased out their steel offerings, Van Dessel’s steel sales have increased. Its chromoly Whiskey Tango Foxtrot and WTF 853LTD are top sellers.
Vander Veur said shops appreciate the custom component sizing options and the ability to access a wide variety of build components for a new custom bike from one place.
The company recently added Dirt City Cycle Supply in Edmonton, Alberta, to distribute to Canadian retailers, and it now has a Philippines distributor, My Next Bike in Makati, Philippines. The company is going to display at the CABDA show in February.
“It’s great having Van Dessel in-house,” Kent International president Scott Kamler said. “We’re happy to offer any assistance we can, fulfillment, warehousing, art needs — we’re here to support their growth and keep the brand moving forward.”
Van Dessel’s new address is 60 East Halsey Road. Telephone is (973) 543-2599.
After a nice walk, he picks a comfy spot right next to you on the couch. Jeter knows “sit” and “down” and is very food motivated. Who says old dogs can’t learn new tricks? Jeter is also house trained and not destructive when left alone! Jeter would make a perfect companion for any loving family!
