PARSIPPANY — The following local residents made the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for fall semester 2016-2017:
Harsh Joshi, a 2014 Graduate of Parsippany High School, who is studying in the computer science program.
Jeffrey Karger, a 2014 Graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, who is studying in the game design and development program.
Elena Wolfe, a 2013 graduate of Parsippany High School, who is studying in the chemical engineering program.
Degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean’s List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.400; they do not have any grades of “Incomplete”, “D” or “F”; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours
Rochester Institute of Technology is home to leading creators, entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers. Founded in 1829, RIT enrolls about 19,000 students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional programs, making it among the largest private universities in the U.S.
PARSIPPANY — Fairleigh Dickinson University students who have been inducted into FDU’s Phi Zeta Kappa and Phi Omega Epsilon honor societies for the Fall 2016 semester.
Marisa Guragac, a 2013 Graduate of Parsippany High School, has been inducted into the Phi Omega Epsilon honor society. Eligibility for membership in the University’s senior honor society is established by completing at least 90 earned credits toward an undergraduate degree with a CGPR of 3.50. Of these 90 credits, the last 58 must have been taken at the University, and a CGPR of 3.20 must have been maintained for all of them. All the preceding requirements must have been fulfilled prior to the accumulation of 112 credits. Transfer students who are unable to fulfill the prerequisite 58-credit requirement will be able to establish eligibility if they have taken at least 32 credits prior to the accumulation of 112 credits and if they have maintained a CGPR of 3.50 during their entire career at Fairleigh Dickinson.
Lina Estrada, a 2014 Graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, has been inducted into the Phi Omega Epsilon honor society. Eligibility for membership in the University’s senior honor society is established by completing at least 90 earned credits toward an undergraduate degree with a CGPR of 3.50. Of these 90 credits, the last 58 must have been taken at the University, and a CGPR of 3.20 must have been maintained for all of them. All the preceding requirements must have been fulfilled prior to the accumulation of 112 credits. Transfer students who are unable to fulfill the prerequisite 58-credit requirement will be able to establish eligibility if they have taken at least 32 credits prior to the accumulation of 112 credits and if they have maintained a CGPR of 3.50 during their entire career at Fairleigh Dickinson.
Selene Godinez of Parsippany, has been inducted into the Phi Omega Epsilon honor society. Eligibility for membership in the University’s senior honor society is established by completing at least 90 earned credits toward an undergraduate degree with a CGPR of 3.50. Of these 90 credits, the last 58 must have been taken at the University, and a CGPR of 3.20 must have been maintained for all of them. All the preceding requirements must have been fulfilled prior to the accumulation of 112 credits. Transfer students who are unable to fulfill the prerequisite 58-credit requirement will be able to establish eligibility if they have taken at least 32 credits prior to the accumulation of 112 credits and if they have maintained a CGPR of 3.50 during their entire career at Fairleigh Dickinson.
Devoted to the preparation of world citizens through global education, Fairleigh Dickinson University is New Jersey’s largest private university and features more than 100 liberal arts and professional degree programs, two international campuses, dozens of partnerships with internationally renowned institutions and special programs and status within the United Nations. For more information click here.
PARSIPPANY — Global Youth Service Day is a community service event planned, promoted, and led by youth volunteers to benefit local organizations.
Teen Services librarian Samantha Insetta and Children’s librarian Melissa Okerblom, hosted Global Youth Service Day at the Parsippany Main Library on Saturday, April 22.
Global Youth Service Day
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Madhura Karekar and her dad Manoj
Teen volunteer Albert Wang, participant Lauren McLaughlin assist Carina, 8, and Victoria, 6, Maroldi with making cards for seniors
Teen volunteers Cindy Lam, Medha Patil, Hyun-Jung Kim making tissue paper flowers to be given to seniors
The Vavilala family proudly show off their finished placements
Alamo Veerappan proudly shows her finished card
Azzy Sakrak, 6, and his sister Farrah, 4, Sakrate with their finished placements
Children in grades K-7 helped teen volunteers complete service projects for The Parsippany Emergency Food Pantry, Parsippany Animal Shelter, and senior community. Several stations were set up for the children to visit and make projects.
Children helped with decorating place mats that were made by the teen volunteers for the Food Pantry. Pieces of fleece and string were used to create toys for cats and dogs at the Parsippany Animal Shelter.
Bouquets of flowers were created out of brightly colored tissue paper and cards were designed to give to seniors. 43 children participated guided by 13 teen volunteers in making the service projects and many of the 21 adults attending also participated.
Fifty place mats were made and given to Michele Picone, Director of the Parsippany Township Human Services Department, to be added to the bags of food people pick up at the food pantry. Thirty pet toys will be taken to the Parsippany Animal Shelter. Cards and bouquets of tissue paper flowers will be distributed to the senior communities.
PARSIPPANY — The children visited the many departments within the Parsippany Library assisting with processing new materials, helping staff check in and out materials at the front desk, and reading to young children in the Children’s department during Storytime.
The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library is located at 449 Halsey Road. The Lake Hiawatha Branch is located at 68 Nokomis Avenue and the Mount Tabor Library is located at 31 Trinity Park.
PARSIPPANY — Dr. Alan Rauchberg of Rauchberg Dental Group will host a free Invisalign seminar and open house on Tuesday, May 9 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The event will take place at Rauchberg Dental Group, which is located at 199 Baldwin Road, Suite 120, in Parsippany. The event is open to anyone interested in learning more about Invisalign clear aligners.
Rauchberg have helped hundreds of teens and adults improve their smile without the time/inconvenience that traditional braces require.
Partaking in the evolution of dental enables Rauchberg Dental Group to produce smiles within the Parsippany community and beyond.
Invisalign clear aligners are removable; patients do not experience the irritation that comes with metal braces. Being easier to brush and floss, patients experience a reduced risk of cavities. Invisalign also decreases wear on the edges of the teeth. Most importantly, Invisalign provides patients with a straighter, more confident smile. The better the smile, the greater the confidence.
Each attendee will receive a $500.00 gift card towards Comprehensive Invisalign Treatment when they book an appointment by May 23. In addition, attendees will enjoy an exclusive offer: a free Invisalign consultation, impressions, x-rays, and photos, a take-home teeth whitening gift for after Invisalign and flexible long-term payment options. This is an event that you don’t want to miss! We bet a smile on it.
Space is limited. To take advantage of this educational opportunity and special offers, please RSVP to (973) 321-4173. You can also click here for any inquires.
Rauchberg Dental Group is a multi-specialty practice in northern New Jersey, providing general and restorative dentistry as well as treatment for root canal, gum disease, oral surgery and orthodontics — all under one roof. This second-generation practice offers state-of-the art technologies, modern comforts and amenities, and a focus on education and dental innovation. Rauchberg Dental Group participates in most major dental insurance plans and offers a dental savings plan for those without insurance.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Elks Lodge 2078 donated safety equipment to Little Vikings Football players. Pictured above is Keith Porcelli, ER Sean Rice, PDD Ed Rice, Joe Serrechia, Eric Bisch, PDD Jim Burnes, Little Vikings Treasurer Brenda Ries and President Kelly Simpson.
The cost of the safety equipment donated to the Little Viking Football was $2,000 using a Gratitude Grant from the Elks National Foundation. Gratitude Grants offer an opportunity for Elks to think about how best to strengthen their community. Gratitude Grants are the Elks National Foundation’s way of saying thank you to every Lodge that meets the National President’s per-member-giving goal.
The Parsippany Elks Lodge is located at 230 Parsippany Road.
PARSIPPANY — On Wednesday, April 26 at 7:20 a.m.The Parsippany Police Department’s Communication Center was contacted by the manager of the Red Roof Inn, who advised the dispatcher that an occupant was refusing to leave their room.
Upon arrival of Patrol Officer R. Appel and G. Tosh, spoke to the manager who advised them that Jessica Rosewall, 30, Fairfield, was told the prior day that she was no longer allowed in or on the hotel property, but she failed to leave.
When Officers made contact with Ms. Rosewall at her room, she had a Rottweiler on a leash, which the Officers requested multiple times that it be secured in its crate.
Ms. Rosewall refused the officers request to do so. While officers were assisting her remove belongings from the room, the Rottweiler snapped at Patrol Officer Appel’s hand, making contact, but not causing any injury.
Upon arrival of Patrol Sergeant R. Carrozzino, he attempted to speak with Ms. Rosewall at which time the Rottweiler lunged at him, but did not make contact with him.
Parsippany Animal Control was dispatched to the scene to assist in securing the dog.
Ms. Rosewall continued to refuse to place the dog into the dog crate and positioned the dog in between herself and the officers.
Upon arrival of Parsippany Animal Control, the dog was secured and officers placed Ms. Rosewall under arrest. She was then transported back to Police Headquarters at which time she was processed and charged with the following:
Obstruction the Administration of Law
Defiant Trespass
Disorderly Conduct
She was released on her own recognizance pending her court date and was advised she can pick up the dog at the Parsippany Animal Shelter.
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.
PARSIPPANY — Brooklawn Middle School supported the New Jersey Clean Communities (NJCC) litter abatement program “Slam Dunk the Junk” Saturday, April 22 (Earth Day).
In an effort to keep the Brooklawn campus litter free, the seventh grade science teachers organized a group of students, parents, teachers and administrators that were willing to give up a few hours on a weekend to collect and sort litter and recyclables from the grounds around the school building, walking paths around the ball fields, and parking lots. They collected just over 1000 pounds of trash and recyclables.
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Participation in the Earth Day activity contributed toward a grant opportunity from the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA).
The grant will provide money toward obtaining outdoor and indoor receptacles for recyclables and trash. In addition to the campus clean up project, the MCMUA is also offering a poster contest called “Keep Morris County Litter Free!”.
PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, April 15, Kalpeshku Vyas was driving a 2014 Honda Accord east on Littleton Road. He was in front of a 2007 Ford Taurus driven by Maria Lampone.
Both vehicles were driving East on Littleton Road.
2007 Ford Taurus driven by Maria Lampone
Mr. Vyas made a u-turn in both the driveway of 129 Littleton Road and Littleton Road so that he could proceed West on Littleton Road.
After completing the U-turn, Mr. Vyas’s vehicle struck the passenger side of the 2007 Ford Taurus. The impact of the crash caused Ms. Lampone to do a 180 degree turn which caused the vehicle to partially land on the sidewalk before coming to a stop. Mr. Vyas caused the motor vehicle crash due to improper turning and failure to yield right of way.
Mr. Vyas inspecting his vehicle after the crash
Parsippany-Troy Hills Officer Peter Kolln investigated the incident. Ms. Lampone suffered a concussion and whiplash from the accident.
Mr. Vyas was issued a summons for careless driving.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of Freeholders adopted a $332.1 million 2017 budget last night, a fiscal package that will cost homeowners an average of just $18 more annually in property taxes to fund the services and programs provided by Morris County government.
The new budget, approved at the Freeholder Board’s meeting held in Morris Plains, includes a tax rate increase of 1.79 percent, which remains within a state-set cap and provides level spending in most areas except for contractual employee health insurance, which increased by $6 million.
The fiscally prudent budget allows the county to remain financially and operationally efficient; maintains, and in some areas, expands public safety initiatives; sustains all human services programs, and ensures maintenance of all countywide infrastructure projects.
It supports countywide economic development and tourism initiatives, protects the county’s long-standing, top-ranked Triple A bond rating; and preserves a stable level of fund balance required for well-run, top-ranked county governments. The budget maintains stable funding for key county programs and services, including the county park system, county library, County College of Morris and Morris County School of Technology, while ensuring continued maintenance and improvements to the county’s road network.
In addition, the freeholders are maintaining the county’s voter-approved preservation trust fund that finances important open space, farmland and historic preservation projects, and provides money for recreational trails and flood mitigation.
To view the proposed 2017 county budget, and previous county budgets, click here. For an overview click here.
Freeholder Christine Myers
“Through this budget, Morris County will continue to be the premier place in which to live, work, and raise a family in New Jersey,’’ said Freeholder Christine Myers, chair of the freeholders’ budget subcommittee. “Our county will continue deliver vital services to our residents while building a vibrant and sustainable economy and preserving our natural resources and history.’’
“This fiscal package allows us to assure a safe, well-maintained infrastructure and offer cultural and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike,’’ said Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo, a member of the budget subcommittee. “We will continue to offer compassionate support to those in need and maintain our tradition as a caring community.’’
The 2017 Operating Budget represents a “Year of Transition, featuring initiatives such as outsourcing of the Morris View Healthcare Center and introduction of a county-wide EMS Program.
Freeholder Director Katheryn A. DeFillippo
It also includes a full year of costs related to Criminal Justice Reform, completion of the remaining Renewable Energy Sites in the county’s Solar II Program, are all conservatively presented.
“We scrutinized all aspects of county government, reviewing every area to ensure there is no wasteful spending, with a goal of running a modern, efficient and cost effective operation,’’ said Freeholder and Budget Subcommittee Member Deborah Smith. “At the same time, the Freeholder Board continues to look at the bigger picture, at long-term needs such as a new or revised court complex, to properly plan for the future while ensuring the effective and ethical stewardship of our residents’ hard earned tax dollars.’’
While maintaining a tight rein on spending, the freeholders’ proposed 2017 budget continues to invest in key programs and initiatives that maintain the high quality of life in the county.
Ongoing Investments in Education, Recreation, and Human Services, include:
$13.7 million: Morris County Park Commission
$11.8 million: County College of Morris
$7 million: Community Based Human Services Agencies
$6.2 million: Morris County School of Technology
$5.1 million: Morris County Library and Heritage Commission
$400,000: Economic Development and Tourism
The 2017 capital budget strategically authorizes $27.1 million to responsibly deal with critical infrastructure needs, with a continued emphasis on:
$7.8 million: Road improvements, to continue upgrading the county’s road network;
$4 million: Building and Structure Improvements, including Criminal Justice Reform;
$2.4 million: Bridge design and replacement projects;
$2.3 million: Law and Public Safety Equipment;
$2.2 million: Educational facilities;
$2.2 million: Public Works Equipment
$1.5 million: Information Technology
The 2017 Morris County budget also will fund a wide variety of vital Human Services that county residents expect, including:
More than 500,000 meals annually provided to Morris County’s senior citizens
Operation of the Morris View Healthcare Center, which remains home to 283 individuals
A wide variety of Human/Social Service programs, including Aging, Disabilities, and Veteran Services; Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse Services, Emergency Assistance Services, and Transportation Services
