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Council Agenda Previews Data Center Ban, Cannabis Zoning Rules and Toll Redevelopment Agreement

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Councilmen Matthew Kavanugh, Paul Carfi, Jr., Matthew McGraft (standing), President Judy Hernandez and Vice President Diya Patel

PARSIPPANY โ€” The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council will preview the ordinance that would prohibit large-scale data centers throughout the township when it holds its agenda meeting on Tuesday, November 10, at 7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. The public hearing and final vote on that ordinance and the other second readings will take place at the regular meeting on Tuesday, November 24, at 7:00 p.m.

The agenda meeting gives the council and the public advance notice of items that will be acted on at the regular meeting. The council will also introduce new cannabis zoning rules and review a redeveloper agreement with Toll NJ I, LLC, and a resolution to accept a decommissioned Army tank.

Click here to download the agenda.

Second Readings

Two ordinances are listed for second reading. Residents will have the opportunity to comment on both at the public hearing on Tuesday, November 24:

  • Ordinance 2026:43 would amend Chapter 430 of the township code to prohibit data centers with an electrical capacity exceeding 10 megawatts as a permitted use in all zoning districts. The proposal has drawn public interest in recent weeks over concerns about electricity demand, water use and noise.
  • Ordinance 2026:42 would amend the redevelopment plan for 1515 Route 10 (Block 200, Lots 1.2 and 1.03) under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law.

New Ordinances

The council will introduce four ordinances on first reading. Two deal with cannabis. Ordinance 2026:44 would add a new article on cannabis establishments to the township’s zoning code and amend several related sections. Ordinance 2026:45 would amend and restate Chapter 119, the township’s cannabis code. Both are scheduled for a public hearing and final vote on Tuesday, November 24, at 7:00 p.m.

The council will also introduce an ordinance amending the definitions and meter sections of Chapter 420, Water, and an ordinance amending Chapter 160, the township’s filming regulations.

Redevelopment and Major Projects

Several resolutions on the agenda involve development and infrastructure:

  • Authorizing a redeveloper agreement between the township and Toll NJ I, LLC, for 4 Gatehall Drive (Block 175, Lot 52).
  • Declaring 15 Waterview Boulevard (Block 421.4, Lot 3) a non-condemnation area in need of redevelopment.
  • Awarding a contract for improvements and upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
  • Spending money from the Municipal Open Space, Recreation and Farmland and Historic Preservation Trust Fund on the Volunteers Park Splash Pad project.
  • Amending the Community Development Block Grant program to redirect funds to the Rockaway Neck Park project.
  • Awarding a contract for roof repairs at the Knoll Country Club West building and various park structures on Knoll Drive.

Army Tank Donation

The council will review a resolution to accept a United States M60A3 Army tank through the Army Donations Program administered by the United States Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command.

Vehicles, Equipment and Other Business

The consent agenda includes the purchase of five 2027 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, two Western Star 47X chassis, a mini rear packer garbage body, a Ford Transit cargo van and several Ford pickup trucks. It also includes software purchases for township email security and Microsoft Office 365, and a two-year software subscription from Motorola Solutions.

Other consent items include the council’s meeting schedule for 2027, annual compensation for the Fire District No. 2 and Fire District No. 4 board members, renewal of amusement game, entertainment, taxi, limousine and tourist accommodation licenses, and a new limousine license. The council will also consider two property tax cancellations and refunds for 100 percent disabled veterans and the insertion of National Opioid Settlement revenue into the budget.

The council will also consider budget appropriation transfers and contract extensions for water and wastewater treatment chemicals with Biosafe Systems, Brenntag Northeast, LLC, Univar Solutions USA Inc. and USALCO.

Chief Financial Officer Angelica Sabatini is recommending payment of the November 8 regular and miscellaneous payrolls, estimated at $1,650,000.00 each, and a bills list estimated at $5,971,417.68.

The next council meetings are the regular meeting on Tuesday, November 24, at 7:00 p.m. and an agenda meeting on Tuesday, December 1, at 7:00 p.m.

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Meet the Merchants: Wash-n-Wag Keeps Parsippany Dogs Clean, Happy and Stress-Free

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PARSIPPANY โ€” Wash-n-Wag, the dog grooming and self-wash shop on North Beverwyck Road, is the latest local business featured in the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee’s “Meet the Merchants” video series, which spotlights the people behind the township’s small businesses.

Mayor Pulkit Desai opens the segment with a message about the role local businesses play in the community. “It is not just a place to shop, dine and receive services, but it is part of the fabric of our community,” Desai said. “They bring people together, strengthen families, create jobs, create revenues. This is something that we should all be very proud of in our community.”

Desai noted that local merchants also give back to charities, nonprofits, schools, youth programs and many other organizations in Parsippany. “That’s why I encourage everyone to come out and support our local businesses. Shop local, support local, build community, shop Parsippany,” he said.

Owner Erick Zimmermann, a 2005 graduate of Parsippany High School, said he always wanted to open a shop in the neighborhood where he grew up.

“I thought it’d be really cool to have a shop on it and serve the local community,” Zimmermann said. “After a lot of effort, I was able to finally make this come to fruition. And we’ve been here for about three years now, cleaning dogs, making them happy, trying to give a reduced-stress environment. At the end of the day, I’m really proud of what we built.”

Wash-n-Wag offers professional grooming, seasonal services, daycare and a self-wash option for owners who prefer to bathe their own pets using the shop’s equipment. Appointments can be booked online.

“I’m excited to be able to offer my services to you and give you a clean, good-looking, happy dog,” Zimmermann said. “Feel free to give us a ring anytime. We’re always staffed.”

Frank Cahill, Chairman of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Committee, closes the segment. “Our local businesses are important to our community,” Cahill said. “They create jobs, support local organizations, bring people together, and help make a great place to live, work, and shop.”

Merchants interested in being featured in the “Meet the Merchants” series can call (973) 559-6000.

Wash-n-Wag is located at 87 North Beverwyck Road, Rear, Lake Hiawatha. For more information, call (973) 265-0218 or email [email protected]. To book an appointment, click here.

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ArcMorris Names Joseph Mancini Chief Executive Officer

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Joseph Mancini

MORRIS COUNTY โ€” ArcMorris, the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Morris County, has named Joseph (Joe) Mancini as its new chief executive officer.

Mancini has more than two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, including in senior positions within The Arc network. His career has focused on organizational development, expanding services for people with disabilities, and building relationships with families and communities.

โ€œJoe brings an exceptional combination of executive leadership, strategic vision, and a genuine passion for the people and families we serve,โ€ said Mark DeLotto, president of the ArcMorris Board of Directors. โ€œHis extensive experience within The Arc network and his ability to strengthen organizations and develop innovative services make him extremely well qualified to lead ArcMorris into its next chapter. We are confident he will build on our strong foundation while creating new opportunities for the people and communities who depend on us.โ€

Mancini, 47, began his career as a direct support professional, an experience that continues to shape his leadership philosophy and commitment to person-centered services. He subsequently held senior leadership positions with The Arc of Lehigh and Northampton Counties and served as executive director of The Arc of Philadelphia. Most recently, he was executive director of Pennsylvania for Abound Health.

His longstanding involvement with The Arc network reflects his commitment to advocacy, inclusion, and advancing the rights and opportunities of people with disabilities. His contributions to the field have earned recognition, including the Arc Rising Star Award for Executive Directors and a Social Innovations Award.

Beyond his executive leadership experience, Mancini played an instrumental role in launching and developing nonprofit initiatives, including POCONO J.A.M., a basketball program serving boys and girls with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Pennsylvania. His work has focused on strategic planning, sustainable growth, innovative service delivery, and building partnerships that strengthen communities.

For Mancini, the mission is also personal. As a father of four, including a child with autism, he brings an additional understanding of the importance of quality services, advocacy, choice, and meaningful family support.

โ€œI am honored to join ArcMorris and become part of an organization with such a rich history of service and commitment to people with disabilities and their families,โ€ he said. โ€œWhat makes an organization like ArcMorris truly special is its people โ€” the people and families we support, the dedicated professionals who make our mission possible, and the community partners who stand alongside us. I look forward to building on the strong foundation, strengthening our programs and partnerships, and creating opportunities to enable people with disabilities to live meaningful, fulfilling lives.โ€

As chief executive officer, Mancini will lead ArcMorrisโ€™ strategic direction, organizational operations, and continued growth, working closely with the Board of Directors, leadership team, staff, families, and community stakeholders.

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Parsippany PAL and Together We Care NJ Join Forces to Provide 150 Thanksgiving Meals to Local Families

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PARSIPPANY โ€” The Parsippany PAL, in collaboration with Together We Care NJ, is calling on the community to help support its first annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, an initiative aimed at providing 150 Thanksgiving meal boxes to families in need throughout Parsippany and surrounding Morris County communities.

The initiative marks one of the first major community outreach efforts following the recent announcement that Together We Care NJ has officially joined the Parsippany PAL family as a PAL-sponsored program.

Together, the organizations are working to expand their reach beyond traditional recreational programming and provide meaningful assistance to individuals and families facing financial hardship and food insecurity.

Community Support Growing, But Donations Still Needed

Thanks to the generosity of local residents, businesses, and community supporters, the food drive has already collected hundreds of essential Thanksgiving items.

However, with the holiday quickly approaching, additional donations are urgently needed to reach the goal of 150 complete Thanksgiving meal boxes.

According to the latest inventory, the greatest needs include:

  • 150 frozen turkeys or hams
  • 107 containers of apple juice
  • 96 packages of rice
  • 91 cans of cranberry sauce
  • 68 packages of mashed potatoes
  • 51 cans of corn
  • 26 containers of turkey gravy
  • 14 packages of stuffing

The organizations have already reached their goals for macaroni and cheese, cornbread mix, and green beans.

A New Chapter of Community Giving

โ€œThis is exactly the type of initiative we envisioned when we welcomed Together We Care NJ into the PAL family,โ€ said Nicholas Bronzino, Executive Director of the Parsippany PAL.

โ€œOur mission has always been about more than sports and recreation. Itโ€™s about supporting our community, bringing people together, and finding ways to make a meaningful difference. If we can help 150 families enjoy Thanksgiving without having to worry about putting food on the table, thatโ€™s something truly special.โ€

Bronzino emphasized the importance of collaboration and recognizing the individuals who have dedicated their time to helping others.

โ€œDawn King and her entire team have been doing incredible work in our community for years. Weโ€™re proud to stand alongside them, provide additional organizational support, and help expand the impact of their mission. This is only the beginning of what we hope to accomplish together.โ€

Building on a Mission of Helping Others

Together We Care NJ, spearheaded by founding member Dawn King, has long been dedicated to assisting individuals and families facing difficult circumstances.

Through community outreach, charitable initiatives, and volunteer-driven programs, the organization has worked to provide resources and assistance to residents throughout Morris County.

The collaboration with the Parsippany PAL provides an opportunity to strengthen those efforts while expanding the PALโ€™s commitment to community service.

The Thanksgiving Food Drive represents a direct example of that shared mission in action.

How the Community Can Help

Residents, local businesses, civic organizations, and community groups are encouraged to contribute nonperishable Thanksgiving food items, frozen turkeys, hams, or monetary donations.

Donation drop-off locations include:

Parsippany PAL
33 Baldwin Road
Parsippany, NJ 07054

55 Parsippany Road
Whippany, NJ

17 Sedgefield Drive
Morris Plains, NJ

30 New Meadow Trail
Lake Hiawatha, NJ

For individuals unable to drop off a frozen turkey or ham, pickup arrangements may also be available through Together We Care NJ.

Monetary contributions are being collected through a GoFundMe campaign to help purchase the remaining food items needed to complete the Thanksgiving boxes.

GoFundMe Donation Link:
https://gofund.me/10c2a3f40

A Call to the Community

The Parsippany PAL and Together We Care NJ are encouraging the community to come together in the spirit of Thanksgiving.

โ€œSometimes we forget how much of a difference a small gesture can make,โ€ Bronzino added. โ€œWhether itโ€™s donating one item, purchasing a turkey, making a financial contribution, or simply sharing this initiative with someone who can help, every contribution matters. Our community has always shown tremendous generosity, and Iโ€™m confident we can come together to make this happen.โ€

As the organizations continue working toward their goal, they remain committed to ensuring that the spirit of Thanksgiving reaches families who need it most.

One Community. One Mission. Stronger Together.

Alvogen Presents $2,500 Gift to Homeless Solutions During Day of Service

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MORRIS COUNTY โ€” Morristown-based Alvogen named Homeless Solutions, Inc. one of its nonprofit beneficiaries during the company’s Day of Service, presenting the organization with a $2,500 gift.

“We are so grateful!” Homeless Solutions said in recognizing the donation.

The organization thanked Volunteer Manager Tamala Reynolds for sharing its mission with the Alvogen team, and thanked Alvogen for its generosity and commitment to the community.

Homeless Solutions is a private, nonprofit organization that has served the homeless and working poor in Morris County for more than four decades. It provides outreach services, emergency shelter, transitional housing and permanent supportive housing to families and individuals, guided by its philosophy of “A Hand Up, Not a Handout.” The organization also operates the Mount Kemble Home in Morristown, which provides affordable housing for single women of limited means.

Companies interested in getting involved with Homeless Solutions can visit the organization’s Volunteer Opportunities page. Click here.

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Restaurant Review: Urban Crust Pizza Brings Indian and Italian Flavors to Parsippany

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A slice of the pesto paneer pizza is lifted from the pie.

PARSIPPANY โ€” Urban Crust Pizza, a new restaurant at 305 Parsippany Road, is putting an Indian twist on a familiar favorite with customizable pizzas that blend Indian and Italian influences.

Co-owned by brothers Xitij and Alap Shah, the restaurant offers pizzas, Indian-style sandwiches, and desserts in a quick-service setting.

We stopped in to try two of the pizzas, the pesto paneer and the tandoori chicken, to see how the restaurantโ€™s Indian and Italian mix works on a pie.

The pesto paneer pizza starts with a base of green pesto, covered in melted cheese and topped with cubes of spice-coated paneer, diced red onion and green pepper. The paneer was soft and perfect, and the spice was perfect too. It is a creative way to bring an Indian ingredient to a familiar pizza, and it worked.

The pesto paneer pizza, topped with paneer, red onion and green pepper.

The tandoori chicken pizza takes a different route. It starts with a red sauce, then layers on melted cheese, pieces of tandoori-spiced chicken, red onion and green pepper, finished with a swirl of green sauce across the top. The chicken was just as impressive, and the spice was right on target again.

Both pizzas came out with a golden crust that was lightly charred at the edges, and the cheese stretched with every slice pulled from the box.

Both were amazing, and together they showed how naturally Indian and Italian flavors can work together. Whether you lean toward the meat-free paneer or prefer chicken, each pizza delivers a clear Indian twist without losing what makes a pizza a pizza.

Behind the menu is a personal story. For Xitij Shah, the opening fulfills a nearly 20-year dream of owning a business. In an interview with Parsippany Focus, Shah said he wanted an opportunity that reflected his interests and gave him the chance to build something of his own.

The opportunity developed through a friendship with the people behind the franchise. After visiting their Pizza Studio location and sampling the food, Shah became interested in its combination of pizza, Indian-style sandwiches, and quick service.

A slice of the tandoori chicken pizza pulls away with melted cheese.

Customers can choose a signature pizza or build their own, selecting toppings before the pizza goes into the oven. Shah said the restaurant aims to have orders ready in five to 10 minutes, depending on how busy it is.

โ€œWe cut everything, we chop it up, and you tell me what you want, and Iโ€™ll make it for you,โ€ he said.

Shah said the menu offers choices for customers with different tastes, including pesto, paneer, and a selection of meat toppings. Indian-style sandwiches and desserts round out the offerings.

Asked about the mix of Italian and Indian influences, Shah said he wanted diners to have options beyond a single cuisine, whether they preferred familiar toppings or spicier combinations.

The brothersโ€™ plans also extend to the dining space. Shah said the dรฉcor, music, and a 65-inch television were chosen to make customers feel comfortable spending time at the restaurant.

He envisions families sharing meals and friends gathering to watch football. Although the restaurant follows a quick-service model, Shah said customers should not feel rushed to leave after receiving their food.

Shah also plans to accommodate birthday parties and other private gatherings, with groups able to arrange in advance to reserve the space. At the time of the interview, the restaurant had not yet hosted such an event and was still developing those arrangements.

Urban Crust Pizza may be new to Parsippany, but based on what we tried, it is off to a strong start. For more information, call (973) 585-4146 or visit theurbancrustpizza.com.

Urban Crust Pizza
305 Parsippany Road
Parsippany, NJ 07054
(973) 585-4146
theurbancrustpizza.com
Open daily, 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Authorโ€™s Note: Special thanks to Anikait Sota for joining me in conducting the interview with Urban Crust Pizza co-owner Xitij Shah.

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Parsippany PAL and Morris County Card Show Announce Sports Memorabilia Silent Auction to Benefit Local Youth

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PARSIPPANY โ€” The Parsippany PAL is excited to announce a special fundraising collaboration with the Morris County Card Show, featuring a sports memorabilia silent auction on Friday, November 27, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Parsippany PAL, located at 33 Baldwin Road.

The event will feature more than 50 sports memorabilia items available for bidding, with proceeds benefiting the Parsippany PAL and its mission of providing athletic, recreational, educational, and community-based opportunities for local children and families.

Held in conjunction with the Morris County Card Show, the fundraiser will bring together sports fans, memorabilia collectors, businesses, and community supporters for an evening centered around sports and giving back.

Calling All Collectors: Your Memorabilia Can Make a Difference!

One of the primary goals of this initiative is to encourage the community to get involved by donating sports memorabilia to support the auction.

Are you a sports memorabilia collector? Do you have autographed jerseys, helmets, photographs, baseballs, footballs, or other collectibles sitting around your home or office?

The Parsippany PAL and Morris County Card Show are asking you to consider donating an item for a great cause.

Whether itโ€™s a valuable autographed collectible or a piece of memorabilia that has been sitting on a shelf for years, your donation could help generate additional funding for programs serving local children.

โ€œWeโ€™re asking everyone to take a look around their homes, offices, and collections,โ€ said Nicholas Bronzino, Executive Director of the Parsippany PAL.

โ€œIf youโ€™re a collector like I am, chances are you have a few items sitting around that you may not even have displayed. Weโ€™re asking you to consider donating one of those items to help support a great cause. Something that may be collecting dust in your home could make a meaningful difference for the kids in our community.โ€

Bronzino emphasized that community involvement is what will ultimately make the fundraiser successful.

โ€œYou donโ€™t have to be a business owner or have an expensive collection to get involved. Every donated item helps. Our goal is to bring people together, raise money for the PAL, and continue creating opportunities for our youth. This is a great way for collectors and sports fans to give back while sharing their passion for sports.โ€

A Growing Collaboration Focused on Giving Back

The Morris County Card Show has continued to demonstrate its commitment to supporting the Parsippany PAL through community events and charitable contributions.

Most recently, the organization donated an 85-inch television to the PAL, providing a valuable resource for training sessions, meetings, sporting events, and other activities throughout the facility.

The upcoming silent auction represents another opportunity for both organizations to work together and create a positive impact.

โ€œWeโ€™re incredibly grateful to the Morris County Card Show for continuing to support our organization,โ€ Bronzino added.

โ€œTheyโ€™ve already demonstrated their generosity, and now weโ€™re working together on something that has the potential to make an even bigger impact. These are the types of relationships that help nonprofit organizations like ours continue growing.โ€

More Than Just a Sports Memorabilia Auction

The November 27 event is about more than collecting autographs or purchasing sports memorabilia.

It is an opportunity for residents, collectors, businesses, and sports enthusiasts to come together in support of an organization that serves children and families throughout Parsippany.

As the PAL continues expanding its programming, improving its facilities, and investing in youth development, fundraising initiatives like this help provide additional resources to support those efforts.

โ€œAt the end of the day, everything we do comes back to the kids,โ€ Bronzino said.

โ€œWhether itโ€™s expanding a sports program, improving our facility, or creating new opportunities for families, we want to continue moving the PAL forward. Events like this allow our community to be part of that progress.โ€

How You Can Get Involved

The Parsippany PAL and Morris County Card Show are encouraging the community to participate in several ways:

  • Donate sports memorabilia: Autographed jerseys, helmets, photographs, baseballs, footballs, collectibles, and other sports-related items are welcome.
  • Spread the word: Share the event with fellow collectors, friends, family members, and local businesses.
  • Attend the event: Visit the Morris County Card Show on November 27 and participate in the silent auction.
  • Support the cause: Businesses and individuals interested in contributing items or supporting the fundraiser are encouraged to reach out.

Even one donated item can make a difference!

Anyone interested in donating sports memorabilia is encouraged to contact either the Parsippany PAL or the Morris County Card Show.

Event Details

Morris County Card Show & Parsippany PAL Sports Memorabilia Silent Auction

Date: Friday, November 27, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PM

Location: Parsippany PAL
33 Baldwin Road
Parsippany, NJ 07054

Featuring: More than 50 sports memorabilia items available for bidding.

Beneficiary: Parsippany PAL youth and community programs.

Memorabilia Donations: Contact the Parsippany PAL or Morris County Card Show to contribute an item.

Building a Stronger Community Through Sports

The Parsippany PAL remains committed to creating opportunities that bring the community together while supporting the next generation.

Through collaborations with organizations such as the Morris County Card Show, the PAL continues finding creative ways to raise funds, build relationships, and strengthen its programs.

โ€œWe have an incredible community filled with generous people who are always willing to step up,โ€ Bronzino concluded.

โ€œIf you have something sitting around that could help us raise a few extra dollars for the kids, please consider donating it. You never know how much of a difference that one item could make. Weโ€™re looking forward to a great event and hope to see everyone there.โ€

Stickley Museum Hosts Free Craftsmas Open Houses at Craftsman Farms

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PARSIPPANY โ€” The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, the early 20th-century historic home of Gustav Stickley, will host three free Craftsmas Open Houses on Saturday, November 28, Saturday, December 5, and Saturday, December 12, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Craftsmas Open Houses will take place across the Craftsman Farms property and will include open house access to the Log House, which will be adorned with period-inspired Arts and Crafts holiday dรฉcor.

Docents will be available throughout the Log House to share information about the history and significance of the site. Completed in 1911, the Log House is one of the most important architectural achievements of the Arts and Crafts movement in America. Originally designed as a clubhouse, it became the Stickley family home and remains the heart of the property today.

The Craftsman Shop will be open for holiday shopping, where guests will be able to choose from a selection of contemporary Arts and Crafts and seasonal gifts, including custom jewelry and pottery, home dรฉcor items, the museumโ€™s childrenโ€™s book, interactive toys, and other visitor favorites.

The Education Center will offer guests of all ages the opportunity to participate in holiday craft activities inspired by the colors, textures, and symbols of the winter season. The space will also feature artisans with whom visitors can collaborate on holiday-inspired demonstrations that relate to objects found throughout the museum.

Admission is free, but guests are encouraged to embrace the spirit of giving by bringing canned goods, dry goods, miscellaneous items, or household essentials to support the Parsippany Emergency Food Pantry. A list of requested donation items is available on the museumโ€™s website.

For those looking for even more Craftsmas experiences, the museum will offer Log House Holiday Tours every weekend beginning Thanksgiving weekend. On this guided tour of the decorated Log House, attendees will explore early 20th-century holiday traditions and Gustav Stickleyโ€™s own seasonal celebrations. Regular admission fees apply.

Craftsman Farms is located at 2352 Route 10 West. For more information, click here, call (973) 540-0311, or follow the museum on social media.

Craftsman Farms, the former home of noted designer Gustav Stickley, is owned by the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills and operated by The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization incorporated in the State of New Jersey. Operational support comes from individual donors and a grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State. Continued preservation of the campus is made possible by the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, the New Jersey Historic Trust, and the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust. The museum is a proud member of the National Trust for Historic Preservationโ€™s Historic Artistsโ€™ Homes and Studios program.

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St. Ann Church to Host 15th Annual Fall Festival, Ministry and Craft Fair

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PARSIPPANY โ€” The Community of St. Ann Church will host its fifteenth annual Fall Festival, Ministry and Craft Fair on Friday, November 13, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The festival will feature 44 vendor tables, including Simply All U, Mary Kay and Stitching Queens, offering a variety of new and handmade crafts and products.

Tricky Trays will be held on both days, with more than 100 baskets at each. A Wine Cork Pull will also run both days, with 75 bottles each day.

The fair will also include ministry opportunities, a bake sale, a 50-50 raffle, and orders taken for Christmas greenery.

Organizers invite the community to come out and enjoy the fun. St. Ann’s is located at 781 Smith Road. Admission is free.

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Parsippany Cube Club to Host Winter Comp 2026 in Boonton on December 19

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Group photo from the 2026 Parsippany Cube Club competition
Photo from Parsippany Cube Club

PARSIPPANY. The Parsippany Cube Club is inviting cubers of every skill level to compete at its Winter Comp 2026 on Saturday, December 19, at the Gateway Community Resource Center, 513 Birch Street in Boonton. The competition begins at 12 p.m.

Competitors can enter three events, the standard 3×3 Rubik’s Cube, the 2×2 pocket cube and the Pyraminx. The club says speed is not a requirement, and that many first time competitors come simply to set an official time they can work to beat at the next event.

Entry is $45 per participant. Only 40 spots are available, and registration closes once they are filled.

Interested cubers can register online through the Parsippany Cube Club website. After submitting the form, registrants will receive an email with payment instructions within a few hours. The fee can be paid by Zelle or Venmo, and a spot is secured only after payment is received. Details for competition day are sent once payment is confirmed.

Spots are limited. Click here to register for the Winter Comp 2026.

Every competitor solves under the same conditions. After an official scramble, a judge starts a 15 second inspection period. The competitor then places both hands on the timer pads, solves the puzzle and stops the timer, and the judge records the time on a scorecard that both sign. Most rounds use an average of five solves, with the best and worst times dropped. Between their own solves, competitors may be asked to help by judging or scrambling.

Participants should check in at the front table a little before 12 p.m. The club suggests bringing a main cube for each event entered, a backup cube, water and a snack, a case for the puzzles, and the confirmation email. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in each event at the end of the day.

For first timers, club coaches recommend practicing with the 15 second inspection period and sticking with a familiar cube rather than switching setups during competition week.

Questions can be sent to [email protected].

Photo from the Parsippany Cube Club.

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Residents March 5K Carrying Backpacks of Supplies for Veterans

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Mayor Pulkit Desai, seated front center, with participants, veterans and first responders after they completed the 5K Ruck March on Saturday, November 7, each wearing a finisherโ€™s medal

PARSIPPANY โ€” Residents joined Mayor Pulkit Desai and the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills on Saturday, November 7, for a community 5K Ruck March to honor and support veterans.

After brief remarks, Mayor Desai led the group out of Knoll Country Club West, with members of the Parsippany Police Department providing an escort. The route made its way toward Green Bank Road, past the Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority and the Jersey City Reservoir, then down Lake Shore Drive before finishing at Foodtown on North Beverwyck Road.

Participants filled backpacks with essential supplies and carried them along the 5K route, which began at Knoll Country Club West, 990 Greenbank Road, and finished at Super Foodtown, 435 North Beverwyck Road.

Council President Judy Hernandez and Board of Education member Tim Berrios carry American flags during the 5K Ruck March to support veterans.
Mayor Pulkit Desai presents a finisherโ€™s medal to his wife, Sangeeta Desai, after the 5K Ruck March, as fellow marchers, veterans and first responders look on.

“Today was a beautiful reminder of what makes Parsippany special. We had residents of all ages, young and old, come together for our 5K Ruck March, and every single participant crossed the finish line,” said Mayor Pulkit Desai.

He continued “We couldnโ€™t have asked for better weather, but what made the day truly special was the generosity and spirit of everyone who showed up. As a Marine, I know what it means to carry a pack, but today we carried something much more important; a commitment to taking care of those who served our country. I am incredibly grateful to everyone who participated, donated, and helped make this event possible. In Parsippany, we take care of each other, and today we showed our veterans that weโ€™ve got their six. Semper Fi!”

Backpacks filled with essential supplies, collected at the end of the 5K Ruck March, will be distributed by the New Jersey Veterans Network to veterans in shelters, hospitals and nursing homes throughout New Jersey.
Participants in the 5K Ruck March gather with American flags outside Parsippany Post 249 on Saturday, November 7.
Marine Corps veteran Angel Rengifo, Susan DeJessa and Michael Boll, President of the New Jersey Veterans Network (NJVN) after the 5K Ruck March. The marcher on the right is wearing his finisherโ€™s medal.
Board of Education member Tim Berrios adds his backpack to the stack of donations for veterans at the finish of the 5K Ruck March.
Navy veteran Matt Rankle, Councilman Matthew Kavanagh and Council President Judy Hernandez after the 5K Ruck March.
Sangeeta Desai and Mayor Pulkit Desai join a fellow marcher and two four-legged participants, a husky and a yellow Labrador, which earned finisherโ€™s medals of their own at the 5K Ruck March.

“I congratulate Mayor Pulkit on holding todays successful โ€œRuck Marchโ€. The event brought out many people, friends and family, all for a common cause: to donate basic necessities for our veterans. While we especially remember our veterans at this time in November, their struggles continue the year through. This event offered us an opportunity to give something back. I hope the Mayor does this annually and, where we can, reach out to veterans we may know.” said Council President Judy Hernendez.

The backpacks were packed with socks, underwear, soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, wipes, non-perishable snacks and other personal hygiene essentials.

Par-Troy EMS was on hand to assist with the marchers. Parsippany-Troy Hills Recreation supplied bananas and water at the finish line to the marchers.

All donated backpacks will be distributed by the New Jersey Veterans Network to veterans in shelters, hospitals and nursing homes throughout New Jersey.

โ€‹To learn more about the New Jersey Veterans Network or to get involved, visit their website at njvn.org.

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Parsippany Hills Wrestling Team to Host “Short Stacks for a Tall Cause” Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee’s

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Delicious homemade pancakes, sausage, and more

PARSIPPANY โ€” The Parsippany Hills High School boys wrestling team will host its “Short Stacks for a Tall Cause” Flapjack Fundraiser on Sunday, November 22, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Applebee’s, 1057 Route 46.

Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage of coffee, juice, soda or tea. Tickets are $15 per person, and proceeds support the wrestling team.

Payment is accepted by Venmo, Zelle, cash or check. Cash and check payments can be dropped off at 212 Atlantic Drive.

For tickets and questions, contact Judith Forgatch at [email protected].

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Kalaaz Indian Wear Celebrates Reopening on Route 46 East

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Kalaaz Indian Wear marked its reopening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sunday, November 1, at 119 Route 46 East in Parsippany. Owners Jignasa Zaveri and Vimal Zaveri were surrounded by Mayor Pulkit Desai, Sangeetha Desai, Judy Hernandez, Mahesh Prajapati, and other family members and dignitaries.

PARSIPPANY โ€” Kalaaz Indian Wear celebrated its reopening of its new expanded location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sunday, November 1, at 119 Route 46 East, offering residents clothing and accessories from across India for weddings, festivals, and everyday wear.

Founded by Jignasa Zaveri, the boutique brings together traditional Indian clothing and contemporary styles. Its selection includes sarees, lehengas, sharara sets, gowns, and ready-made blouses, along with menโ€™s kurtas and vests for weddings and other special occasions.

Racks of colorful Indian wear, sorted by size, fill Kalaaz Indian Wear at 119 Route 46 East in Parsippany.
An embroidered patchwork textile with an elephant design is displayed during the reopening celebration at Kalaaz Indian Wear.

The collection features clothing from different parts of India, with a variety of silks, cottons, and other materials. Shoppers can explore different fabric textures, colors, and patterns, from lighter pieces for casual gatherings to more elaborate outfits for celebrations. Embroidered garments and designs featuring mirror work, pearls, and decorative trim add to the selection.

Among the traditional offerings are chaniya cholis associated with Gujarat, sarees, and sharara sets. The boutique also carries Western-style gowns, giving customers additional options alongside its traditional Indian attire.

Mayor Pulkit Desai takes a closer look at a sequined outfit on display at Kalaaz Indian Wear during the storeโ€™s reopening celebration on Sunday, November 1.

Customers can mix and match separate blouses, lehengas, and dupattas to create an outfit suited to their preferences. Rather than choosing only a coordinated set, shoppers can pair different fabrics and colors or select individual pieces to complement clothing they already own.

Jewelry is also part of the boutiqueโ€™s offerings. The businessโ€™s team includes Vimal Zaveri, who specializes in custom gold and silver jewelry and has more than 30 years of experience, according to Kalaazโ€™s website.

The reopening follows the boutiqueโ€™s earlier location at 1246 Route 46 West, where it celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony in April 2023. The November ceremony marked another chapter for the business at its Route 46 East location.

Kalaaz Indian Wear is located at 119 Route 46 East in Parsippany. For information about its clothing selection and store hours, visit www.kalaaz.in or call (973) 641-4826.

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Another Dunkin’ With Drive-Through Coming to Parsippany

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Fresh Mart at 25 Route 46, at the corner of New Road, where the Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment has approved a 1,475-square-foot Dunkinโ€™ with drive-through service.

PARSIPPANY โ€” Another Dunkin’ with drive-through service is coming to Parsippany. The Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment approved plans to construct a 1,475-square-foot, one-story Dunkin’ at the Shell gas station at Route 46 East and New Road.

Application 20:54, filed by Danny Realty for 25 Route 46 (Block 770, Lot 1, B-2 zone), received preliminary and final major site plan approval with “C” and “D” variances for a gas station and drive-through restaurant.

The Shell gas station at 25 Route 46, at the corner of New Road, where a Dunkinโ€™ with drive-through service has been approved alongside the fuel pumps.

The approved plans include the following modifications from the original application:

  • A mountable curb island at the entrance and exit to and from New Road
  • Directional signage, including “No Stacking Beyond This Point,” “Alternate Entrance on Route 46 East” and a drive-through directional sign
  • Removal of a retention wall
  • Installation of a standard R(NJ) 10-7A or similar “Do Not Block Driveway” sign

The new location will join Parsippany’s other Dunkin’ stores with drive-through service at 430 North Beverwyck Road, which just opened in the former TD Bank building, 1980 Route 10 West and 239 Littleton Road.

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County College of Morris to Host Criminal Justice Career Fair

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The County College of Morris (CCM) is inviting students, graduates and general job seekers to its Criminal Justice Career Fair on Thursday, November 19

MORRIS COUNTY โ€” The County College of Morris (CCM) is inviting students, graduates and general job seekers to its Criminal Justice Career Fair on Thursday, November 19.

“Career fairs give students, job seekers and career changers the chance to talk directly with professionals who know their fields and find out what employers are looking for,” said Maureen Kazaba, professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at CCM. “You don’t have to be a criminal justice major to benefit. There are many career paths to explore, and meeting employers in person can also help students discover the education needed for opportunities they may not have considered.”

The free event will bring together more than 30 employers and agencies at the federal, state and local levels of law enforcement, public safety, emergency management and legal services. It will also include interactive exhibits and career insights.

According to labor market data from JobsEQ, approximately 4,500 people in Morris County work in occupations related to criminal justice and police science, with a projected need for more than 3,200 newly trained workers over the next seven years. Statewide, there is a projected need for nearly 46,000 newly trained workers across New Jersey over the same period.

Prospective students seeking a college education can learn about CCM’s associate degrees and certificates of achievement in criminal justice, justice studies, legal studies and emergency services, and how to apply for admission at CCM.

Attendees are welcome to bring copies of their resume as they introduce themselves to the participating organizations, including the United States Secret Service, New Jersey Army National Guard, New Jersey Courts Morris and Sussex Vicinage, Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance, Morris County Communications Center, Rutgers University, New Jersey Institute of Technology Department of Public Safety and Navigating Hope.

Police departments from local towns, including Butler, Chester, Denville, Dover, Hanover, Madison, Morris Plains, Morristown, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Rockaway and Wharton, along with the New Jersey State Police and New York Police Department Recruitment Section, are also among the participants.

CCM’s Criminal Justice program has been recognized by College Factual as among the top 10% of criminal justice programs nationwide and as a Best School for Associate Students to Study Criminal Justice and Corrections. The program has also received recognition from Best Accredited Colleges and Niche.

The career fair is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. and last until 12:00 p.m. in the Jack Martin Gymnasium at CCM’s Health and Physical Education Building. Students attending the career fair should register in advance. Click here to register.

For more information about the department and areas of study, click here.

CCM is located at 214 Center Grove Road in Randolph. Visitors can park in Lot 7.

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Letter to the Editor: Brighter Days Ahead

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Dear Editor:

On November 6, 2024, the day after the Presidential election, I began flying the flag upside down to denote what I thought would be the beginning of dire distress for the country. Judging by the results of our most recent election, it appears I was not the only person that felt that way. So on November 4, I was pleased that I could once again fly my flag right side up in anticipation of the United States awakening from the two-year nightmare we have suffered through at the hands of President Trump. He and his cohorts ignored the Constitution with the blessing of the Republican House, Republican Senate and in many cases the Supreme Court.

Letter to the Editor

To all of my fellow voters that came out to vote in record numbers to take our country back from the grasp of President Trump, I say we all did a great job, and we should be proud that we did not permit the most wealthy among us to do more harm to our nation.

People that have more wealth than they could possibly spend in a thousand lifetimes had their dirty little hands out trying to enrich themselves further, while the everyday person and the country were sinking deeper in debt. There is no explanation for such greed, the likes of which we have not seen for scores of years.

Now the new Democratic House and Senate members must work on undoing all the harm that Trump and his group of the most wealthy have sucked out of the country. No area too pristine, no group too downtrodden, no moral center too obvious for Trump and his friends not to plunder in search of more cash for their endless need to enrich themselves.

It is time for the United States to return to the country we were. A country where we care about our relationships with other nations that were once our allies and distance ourselves from the world powers that seek to do us harm. Why the Trump administration has chosen to befriend nations that history will view as aggressors and dictatorships will be traced back to the search for more wealth for the ultra wealthy.

I am proud to be flying my flag right side up once again!

Richard Suarez

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Denville Bank Robber Sentenced to 10 Years in State Prison

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MORRIS COUNTY โ€” A 65-year-old Hackettstown man was sentenced Friday to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison for robbing a Denville Township bank of approximately $6,000 earlier this year, according to Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll.

Jason H. Perlett, 65, of Hackettstown, was sentenced Friday, November 6, by Superior Court Judge Ralph Amirata after pleading guilty on Monday, June 29, to one count of second-degree robbery. The sentence is subject to the No Early Release Act, which requires Perlett to serve 85 percent of his prison term before becoming eligible for parole.

According to authorities, the robbery occurred Monday, March 23, at the Bank of America branch at 125 East Main Street in Denville.

At approximately 3:58 p.m., law enforcement received a report that a man had entered the bank, handed a teller a note demanding money and fled with approximately $6,000 in cash. No weapon was displayed during the robbery, authorities said.

Following the robbery, the suspect entered a nearby vehicle and fled the area.

Investigators said New Jersey State Police later spotted the suspect’s vehicle traveling on Route 10 in Roxbury Township. At approximately 5:00 p.m., officers from the Roxbury Police Department and New Jersey State Police conducted a motor vehicle stop and took Perlett, who was driving the vehicle, into custody.

Authorities recovered evidence and suspected proceeds from the robbery inside the vehicle.

Perlett was subsequently charged and remained detained at the Morris County Correctional Facility while awaiting the resolution of his case.

Carroll credited several law enforcement agencies for their involvement in the investigation, including the Denville Police Department, Roxbury Police Department, Morris County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigations and K9 Units, Morristown Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New Jersey State Police and Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit.

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Parsippany Community Professionals Unveils New Sign at Baldwin Road and Route 46

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Kellee and Nick Sisto, owners of FASTSIGNS; Council Vice President Diya Patel; Parsippany PAL Executive Director Nicholas Bronzino; Frank Cahill; Mayor Pulkit Desai; Council President Judy Hernandez; Sangeeta Desai; Anikait Sota and Rohan Mruthik at the unveiling of the Parsippany Community Professionals sign at Smith Field Park, Route 46 and Baldwin Road.

PARSIPPANY โ€” Parsippany Community Professionals has unveiled its new sign, now installed at Smith Field Park at the corner of Route 46 and Baldwin Road.

The sign was donated by FASTSIGNS, owned by Kellee and Nick Sisto, which the organization thanked for its generosity and its investment in the community. The Sistos joined Mayor Pulkit Desai and his wife, Sangeeta Desai, Council President Judy Hernandez, Council Vice President Diya Patel, Parsippany PAL Executive Director Nicholas Bronzino, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee Chairman Frank Cahill and others at the unveiling.

Parsippany Community Professionals has unveiled its new sign, now on display at the corner of Baldwin Road and Route 46.

The group also thanked Mayor Pulkit Desai, the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council and the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee for their encouragement and support as it works to build a new movement focused on strengthening the local business community.

Parsippany Community Professionals, a sponsored program of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Athletic League, brings together business owners, professionals, community leaders and residents who share a common goal of making Parsippany an even better place to live, work and do business. The organization said the support and enthusiasm it has received so far has been overwhelming.

The organization plans to introduce its Board of Directors next week and said more news is on the way.

Local business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals looking to connect, collaborate and grow are encouraged to get involved. For more information or to join, visit ParsippanyCommunityProfessionals.com.

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New Newark Key Club Connects With Jamaican Key Clubs in International Virtual Meeting

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NEWARK โ€” The newly formed Key Club at North Star Academy Washington Park High School joined Key Clubs from Cedar Grove Academy in Portmore, Saint Catherine, and Excelsior High School in Kingston, Jamaica, for an international interclub meeting held by Google Meet on Friday, November 6, at 6:00 p.m.

The interclub was arranged by Mackayla Binns, President of the Washington Park High School Key Club, who chartered the club with 51 charter members. The club is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of West Orange.

Kiwanis leaders from New Jersey and around the world joined the students on the call, including Kiwanis International President Hope Markes, Immediate Past Kiwanis International President Michael Mulhaul, New Jersey District Governor Michael Murray, and Immediate Past New Jersey District Governor Frank Cahill.

Markes, a native of Kingston, Jamaica, took office as President of Kiwanis International on October 1. She is the first Black woman and the first Caribbean national to lead the 110-year-old organization. A charter member and one of the founders of the Kiwanis Club of Hopewell in Hanover, Jamaica, she previously served as Governor of the Eastern Canada and Caribbean District, which covers 17 countries.

Binns opened the meeting with an icebreaker, leading the students in a game of Kahoot.

Binns opened the meeting with an icebreaker, leading the students in a game of Kahoot. The clubs then held a question-and-answer session, with students from all three schools trading questions with one another and with the Kiwanis leaders on the call.

Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students in the world. Founded on May 7, 1925, at Sacramento High School in Sacramento, California, it has grown to more than 229,000 members in clubs around the world, including the Caribbean. Key Club is part of the Kiwanis International family of youth programs, and most clubs are sponsored by a local Kiwanis club, which provides adult advisors, guidance and support.

Each Key Club is student-led, with members electing their own officers and choosing the service projects they take on in their schools and communities. The organization is built on four core values: caring, character building, inclusiveness and leadership. Interclub meetings like this one give clubs the opportunity to share ideas, learn about one another’s service projects, and build friendships across schools and countries.

The meeting also reflected the spirit of “Connect the K’s,” the effort to bring together every branch of the Kiwanis family โ€” K-Kids in elementary school, Builders Club in middle school, Key Club in high school, Circle K in college, Aktion Club for adults living with disabilities, and Kiwanis clubs themselves. Linking students with one another and with Kiwanis leaders helps young members see how their service can continue from one stage of life to the next, and Friday’s call connected Key Club members with Kiwanis leaders at both the district and international levels.

In New Jersey, the New Jersey District of Key Club International was established in 1947 and today includes 10,621 members in 145 clubs across 21 divisions, now including the newly formed Washington Park High School Key Club.

Locally, both Parsippany High School and Parsippany Hills High School have Key Clubs, giving students in Parsippany the same opportunity to lead, serve their community and connect with Key Club members across New Jersey and around the world.

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Urban Crust Pizza Celebrates Grand Opening With Ribbon Cutting and Traditional Lamp Lighting

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Mayor Pulkit Desai cuts the ribbon to officially open Urban Crust Pizza at 305 Parsippany Road, joined by Council President Judy Hernandez, Council Vice President Diya Patel, Economic Development Advisory Committee Chairman Frank Cahill, and members of Parsippany Community Professionals.

PARSIPPANY โ€” Urban Crust Pizza celebrated its grand opening Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location at 305 Parsippany Road, joined by Mayor Pulkit Desai, his wife, Sangeeta Desai, Council President Judy Hernandez, Council Vice President Diya Patel and Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Chairman Frank Cahill.

After the ribbon was cut, Mayor Desai lit a traditional brass oil lamp to bless the new restaurant, a custom that marks new beginnings. Council Vice President Patel and Sangeeta Desai looked on as the lamp was lit.

Mayor Pulkit Desai lights a traditional brass lamp to bless Urban Crust Pizza as Council Vice President Diya Patel and Sangeeta Desai look on.

Also attending were Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee Chairman Frank Cahill, Secretary Anikait Sota, and members of the Economic Development Advisory Committee and Parsippany Community Professionals, who were on hand to welcome the new business to Parsippany.

A celebratory cake marks the grand opening of Urban Crust Pizza in Parsippany.

Urban Crust Pizza is a fusion pizza kitchen that pairs bold Indian flavors with American-style thin crust. Dough is made fresh each morning, sauces are prepared from scratch, and toppings are cut by hand, with every pizza assembled in an open kitchen where guests can watch their order come together.

Anikait Sota and Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee Chairman Frank Cahill join guests outside Urban Crust Pizza at 305 Parsippany Road as a young guest holds the Parsippany Community Professionals ribbon after the grand opening ribbon cutting.

The menu features specialty pizzas such as Tandoori Paneer or Tandoori Chicken, the restaurant’s most popular selection, along with Masala Street Corn and Chicken Makhani. Signature pies include the Truffled Mushroom, a chef’s favorite, alongside traditional pepperoni and Margherita pizzas. The menu also offers street-style sandwiches, including the Bombay Samosa Club. Pizzas start at $9.99.

The restaurant sums up its approach with the tagline “Fold it like New York. Spice it like New Delhi.”

The Parsippany restaurant is one of four Urban Crust kitchens in New Jersey. The company also operates Pizza Studio at the Newport Centre Mall in Jersey City, with additional Urban Crust locations coming soon to Jersey City and Piscataway. Catering is also available.

Urban Crust Pizza is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The restaurant is also hiring pizza makers, prep cooks, front-of-house team members, shift leads, and restaurant managers. Applicants may email resumes to [email protected].

For more information, call (973) 585-4146 or visit theurbancrustpizza.com.

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