Free Captioned Telephone Presentation Offered at Parsippany Senior Center

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Sep 22, 2026

Frank-Calabria — Frank A. Calabria Education Center

PARSIPPANY — Seven candidates are competing for three open seats on the Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education, and residents will have the chance to hear from all of them at the Parsippany School Board Candidates Night on Wednesday, October 7, at 7:00 p.m. at Parsippany High School.

The candidates will appear on the Tuesday, November 3 ballot in the following order:

Wendy Wright — “Students, Teachers, Families.”
Nicole DellaFave — “Parent. Educator. Logical”
Timothy Berrios — “Selfless Public Service”
Jack Raia — “Selfless Public Service”
Jaya Trivedi — “Vision Learning Success”
Trivikrama Reddy — “Vision Learning Success”
Akshay Pujara — “Vision Learning Success”

The event, sponsored by the Parsippany PTAs, gives voters an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates, learn where they stand on the issues affecting Parsippany schools, and get answers to the questions that matter to them.

Residents who have a question for the candidates may submit it in advance at bit.ly/2026ParsippanyBOE.

Whether residents have children in the schools, had children in the schools, will have children in the schools, or simply care about the community, organizers say the evening is worth attending.

Parsippany High School is located at 309 Baldwin Road.

Christian Castaño Leads Parsippany Past Mountain Lakes, Redhawks Improve to 6-0

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Sep 22, 2026

IMG_7695_720x480 — Parsippany captain Christian Castaño helped lead the Redhawks past Mountain Lakes with a goal and an assist in the 2-1 victory. Shot by Nishchay Kochhar.

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School boys soccer stayed perfect with a 2-1 victory over Mountain Lakes, improving to 6-0 on the season.

Aniket Mishra opened the scoring for Parsippany off a free kick from Christian Castaño, using a backheel finish to put the Redhawks ahead 1-0.

Aniket Mishra celebrates after scoring Parsippany’s opening goal with a backheel finish off a Christian Castaño free kick. Shot by Nishchay Kochhar.

Christian added Parsippany’s second goal with a long-range volley, striking the ball from well outside the box and sending it into the back of the net to give Parsippany a 2-0 lead.

Mountain Lakes pulled one back in the second half, but Parsippany’s defense responded well. The Redhawks fought together as a team, and the defenders prevented Mountain Lakes from scoring again to preserve the one-goal advantage.

Christian was named Man of the Match after finishing with a goal and an assist while helping Parsippany secure another victory.

The win also ended a frustrating stretch at Smith Field. Parsippany had gone several years without winning a varsity game on the field, something players had referred to as the “Smith Field curse.” With Tuesday’s victory, the Redhawks finally broke it.

Parsippany now turns its attention to one of its biggest games of the season, hosting Madison on Thursday, September 24, at 4:00 p.m. at Smith Field. A win over Madison would put Parsippany in an excellent position to win its new conference, making the possibility of back-to-back conference titles across two different divisions increasingly real.

The Redhawks will enter the matchup undefeated at 6-0 as they look to continue their perfect start.

Author’s Note: Special thanks to Christian Castaño and Ajay Rathinam for providing game information and details, and to Nishchay Kochhar for providing photos. Check out more of Nishchay’s photography on Instagram at NSK_Flicks.

Parsippany Engineer Dr. Trivikrama Reddy Recognized with Inaugural BD Community Excellence Award for Global Community Impact

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Sep 22, 2026

PARSIPPANY — Dr. Trivikrama Reddy, a Parsippany resident, Senior Staff Engineer at Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD), and Adjunct Professor at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), has been selected as an inaugural recipient of the BD Community Excellence Award, a global honor recognizing employees who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to improving communities through volunteerism, education, healthcare access, and sustainable development.

The award celebrates BD associates who make a meaningful impact beyond their professional responsibilities by improving the lives of people in the communities where they live and work. According to BD, this year’s recipients collectively strengthened healthcare access, expanded STEM education opportunities, supported vulnerable populations, and improved quality of life for people around the world. The award includes a $10,000 charitable grant awarded to a nonprofit organization selected by each recipient.

Dr. Reddy was recognized for more than fifteen years of dedicated volunteer service supporting blood drives, health initiatives, STEM education programs, and community development projects. His most notable contribution was leading efforts to provide a sustainable and safe drinking-water solution to the tribal village of Rangasai in India, helping improve public health and reduce dependence on unsafe water sources.

“Community service has always been an important part of my life,” said Dr. Reddy. “I strongly believe that education, healthcare access, and clean water are fundamental necessities that can transform lives and create opportunities for future generations. I am honored to receive this recognition and grateful to everyone who supported these initiatives.”

Dr. Reddy’s commitment to serving others extends across both his professional and academic careers. With more than 20 years of experience in medical device innovation and product development, he has contributed to technologies that improve patient outcomes worldwide. He currently serves as a Senior Staff Engineer at BD and is also an Adjunct Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at NJIT, where he has taught and mentored engineering students for the past eight years.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Reddy has actively promoted STEM education and community engagement through mentoring students, supporting educational programs, and encouraging young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

“Dr. Reddy exemplifies the spirit of service and innovation,” said Tom Polen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BD. In recognizing this year’s honorees, BD noted that recipients were selected for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to creating positive change in their communities. The company highlighted Dr. Reddy’s efforts in improving community health, increasing access to safe water, and advancing STEM education as examples of meaningful and lasting impact.

Beyond his engineering and educational contributions, Dr. Reddy has remained deeply involved in community service initiatives that create opportunities for underserved populations. His work reflects a belief that sustainable solutions and educational empowerment can have a lasting effect on individuals, families, and entire communities.

The BD Community Excellence Award recognizes employees whose actions reflect the company’s purpose of advancing health and improving lives. For Dr. Reddy, the recognition represents not only a personal achievement but also an affirmation of the collective efforts of volunteers, educators, healthcare professionals, and community leaders working together to make a difference.

As he continues his professional, academic, and community service endeavors, Dr. Reddy hopes to inspire others to use their skills and expertise to address real-world challenges and create meaningful change in their communities.

CCM President Anthony Iacono Named to NJBIZ Education Power List

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Sep 22, 2026

MORRIS COUNTY — Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of County College of Morris (CCM), has been named to NJBIZ’s Education Power List, which recognizes leaders from New Jersey’s higher education sector across community colleges, public universities, private institutions and education organizations who are helping shape the future of education in the state.

“I am honored to be recognized by NJBIZ and to be included among so many dedicated education leaders throughout New Jersey,” said Iacono. “This recognition reflects the collective work of CCM trustees, faculty, staff and students, and our community partners who are committed to ensuring CCM continues to meet the changing needs of our region. CCM is uniquely positioned to create opportunities that change lives while strengthening communities and the economy.”

As part of the recognition, NJBIZ asked education leaders about their proudest professional achievements, the changes they foresee disrupting education and the career advice that has guided them. Iacono said one of his proudest achievements has been “forging partnerships and collaboratively designing effective systems that advance the mission of community colleges, support student success and contribute to the vitality of the communities we serve.”

With more than one hundred programs of study, CCM continues to expand opportunities in high-demand fields, including engineering and technology, advanced manufacturing, entrepreneurship, business, culinary sciences and cybersecurity. Under his leadership, the college has made significant investments in facilities and resources to support these programs, including the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center, the Veterans Resource Center, and the Center for Entrepreneurship and Culinary Science. The Morris County Vocational School District also partnered with CCM to open the Morris County Career Training Center, which gives high school students the opportunity to earn college credit while completing their high school education. The college is preparing for the future opening of its Center for Health Professions, which will expand learning opportunities in high-demand healthcare fields.

Iacono said he is especially appreciative of the college’s state legislators, county commissioners and donors, whose support and philanthropy help make investments in student success and regional opportunity possible.

CCM has one of the highest graduation and transfer rates among New Jersey’s community colleges and continues to serve as an economic engine for the region, generating hundreds of millions of dollars in annual economic impact.

Asked about the most disruptive changes facing education in the coming year, Iacono pointed to demographic, economic and technological shifts. “A declining population of eighteen-to-twenty-four-year-olds, changing demographics, current economic trends and new technologies are four major disruptors,” said Iacono. “Each has the potential to transform and strengthen higher education if understood and well handled.”

His approach to leadership continues to be guided by advice he received earlier in his career. “The best career advice I have ever received and still live by today — pay attention to the people you serve or someone else will,” said Iacono. “Understand the needs and interests of employers, employees, students and the community while embracing change and creating the future.”

This is not the first time NJBIZ has recognized Iacono for his leadership; he has previously appeared on the publication’s Education Power 50 and Manufacturing Power 50 lists. He was also recently named the top community college leader in New Jersey and received a regional Chief Executive Officer honor from the Association of Community College Trustees.

Lake Hiawatha Fire Department to Host Open House

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Sep 21, 2026

Lake Hiawatha Volunteer Fire Department District 4

PARSIPPANY — The Lake Hiawatha Fire Department will hold its annual Open House on Sunday, October 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., inviting families to meet local volunteer firefighters and learn about fire safety.

The event will take place at the firehouse, located at 39 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha.

Visitors can take guided tours of the station, watch demonstrations of fire extinguishers and firefighting equipment, and get practical home safety tips covering smoke alarms, escape plans, and cooking safety. Children and families will have opportunities for hands-on learning, a chance to meet firefighters, and photos with the fire trucks on display.

Organizers say the open house is designed to be fun and educational for the whole family while highlighting how residents can get involved with the volunteer fire department.

Parsippany Strong Fundraiser Raises More Than $26,000 for Anthony Shandra

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Sep 21, 2026

Anthony Shandra2 — Patrick Campbell and Anthony Shandra addressing the attendees.

PARSIPPANY — A fundraiser for Parsippany sanitation worker and longtime Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department member Anthony Shandra raised more than $26,000, organizers said.

More than 250 admission tickets were sold for “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother,” held Saturday, September 12, at the Police Athletic League of Parsippany-Troy Hills, 33 Baldwin Road. The event featured a pasta dinner and a tricky tray.

Guests fill the hall at the Police Athletic League of Parsippany-Troy Hills for “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother,” a fundraiser for Anthony Shandra. Tricky tray baskets line the back of the room.

Shandra, a member of the Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department for more than 20 years, was seriously injured on the morning of Tuesday, April 28, while working on the back of a sanitation truck during his shift. He underwent surgery and faces a long recovery, including significant medical expenses and an extended absence from work.

The Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department’s Tower 11 ladder truck extends its ladder over the Police Athletic League of Parsippany-Troy Hills building at 33 Baldwin Road during the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra.

Volunteers from the Order Sons of Italy in America – Lodge 2561 cooked the pasta dinner for the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra.

Members of the Order Sons of Italy in America – Lodge 2561 prepared the dinner, and the Elks supplied and served the desserts.

Elks volunteers, who supplied and served the desserts at the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra, stand with the dessert cart.

Patrick Campbell, President of the Parsippany Blue Collar Workers Union, thanked those who made the event possible.

“I want to thank all of the blue-collar workers who helped make this event possible, as well as the businesses and residents who donated, and everyone who came out to attend and support Anthony. A special thank-you goes to the Sons of Italy for cooking, the Elks for serving, the PAL for hosting us, and the Mount Tabor Fire Department for their help. It takes a lot of people coming together to make an event like this happen, and seeing everyone step up for Anthony is truly special. It’s events like this that make me proud to be a Parsippany resident and employee,” Campbell said.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Pulkit Desai said: “Parsippany has always been a community that comes together when one of its own needs help. In Parsippany we take care of each other. Anthony has given years of service to this township, and seeing residents, local organizations, and businesses step up for him is exactly what makes this such a special place to call home.”

To read the original story about the fundraiser, Click here.

Tricky tray baskets and prizes are displayed on a table during the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra. Guests placed blue tickets in cups next to the baskets they hoped to win.

Guests placed raffle tickets in numbered cups next to tricky tray prizes during the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra. Prizes included small appliances and toys.

John Bruggeman performs acoustic rock during the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Pulkit Desai poses with members of the Shandra family at the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser. One family member holds up a “Parsippany Strong” T-shirt from the event.

Joe Mola and Harry Mangiro of the Order Sons of Italy in America – Lodge 2561 were among the cooks for the pasta dinner at the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser for Anthony Shandra.

Patrick Campbell, President of the Parsippany Blue Collar Workers Union, and Anthony Shandra embrace at the microphone during the “Parsippany Strong: Pasta & Prizes for a Blue Collar Brother” fundraiser at the Police Athletic League of Parsippany-Troy Hills.

Keys Koffee Donates $5,000 to Parsippany PAL, Introduces Nitro Cold Brew Kiosk

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Sep 21, 2026

Parsippany-PAL — Keys Koffee owner John Sifonios, his wife, Sonia Sifonios, and his brother, Michael Sifonios, present a $5,000 donation to the Parsippany Police Athletic League, joined by Parsippany Police Athletic League Executive Director Nicholas Bronzino, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Pulkit Desai, and Parsippany Police Athletic League Board of Directors President James Gerrick.

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Police Athletic League is proud to announce a new community partnership with Keys Koffee, highlighted by a generous $5,000 donation to the PAL and the installation of a new True Cold Brew Nitro Infused self-service coffee kiosk inside the PAL facility at 33 Baldwin Road.

Keys Koffee, owned by John Sifonios, is a family-owned and operated business that provides coffee and beverage solutions, including its Nitro True Cold Brew offerings. The new kiosk gives parents, coaches, staff, visitors and community members a convenient option to grab a fresh coffee while spending time at the PAL.

More importantly, the partnership represents another local business choosing to invest directly into the PAL and the thousands of children and families the organization serves.

The $5,000 donation will directly support the Parsippany PAL and its continued mission of providing youth sports, programs, activities and opportunities for the community.

“Partnerships like this are exactly what we want the PAL to represent,” said Parsippany PAL Executive Director Nicholas Bronzino. “John and the Keys Koffee family didn’t simply put a kiosk in our building — they made a $5,000 investment back into our organization and the families we serve. When local businesses and community organizations work together, everyone benefits, especially our kids.”

Joining John for the check presentation were his wife, Sonia Sifonios, and his brother, Michael Sifonios, who is actively involved in the Township and the Parsippany community.

Also joining the presentation were Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Pulkit Desai and James Gerrick, President of the Parsippany PAL Board of Directors, helping celebrate another partnership centered around supporting the Parsippany community.

The addition of the Keys Koffee kiosk is part of the PAL’s continued effort to bring new amenities, partnerships and opportunities into its facility. The kiosk provides an added convenience for the many families who spend evenings and weekends at the PAL for practices, games, programs and community events.

For the PAL, the relationship demonstrates how partnerships can provide value on multiple levels — supporting the organization financially while also improving the experience for families who use the facility.

“It’s important that we’re building partnerships that make sense for everyone involved,” Bronzino added. “Keys Koffee has an opportunity to introduce its product to our community, our families get another great amenity inside the building, and the PAL receives meaningful financial support that goes directly back into what we’re building here.”

The new Keys Koffee kiosk is now inside the Parsippany PAL and available to visitors.

The PAL extends its sincere appreciation to John, Sonia, Michael and the entire Keys Koffee family for their generosity, their partnership and their commitment to giving back to the Parsippany community.

Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company Recruiting New Members, No Experience Needed

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Sep 21, 2026

Memorial-Day-Parade52 — Rainbow Lakes Fire Department

PARSIPPANY — The Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company, Parsippany Fire District Two, is recruiting new volunteers, and no prior experience is needed.

The fire company is encouraging residents to serve their community, learn new skills, and become part of something bigger. The company describes its mission as “neighbors helping neighbors, when it matters most.”

Residents interested in joining can email [email protected] or send the fire company a message on Facebook.

Morris County Lists 31 Mail-In Ballot Drop Box Locations

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Sep 21, 2026

morris-county-election-boxes — The boxes are all outside and under surveillance 24/7. They resemble a USPS Blue Mailbox, but are Red, White & Blue, and display "Morris County – Official Ballot DropBox."

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County has 31 mail-in ballot drop boxes located throughout the county. Voters can deposit a voted ballot in a drop box beginning approximately 45 days before each election. All ballot drop boxes close at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.

The ballot drop boxes are all outdoors and under surveillance 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They resemble a United States Postal Service blue mailbox but are red, white and blue and display the words “Morris County – Official Ballot Drop Box.” County representatives will pick up the ballots, and all security measures will be followed when collecting and transporting the ballots back to the Board of Elections.

The 31 ballot drop box locations are listed below.

Location	Address	Drop Box Placement
Board of Elections	10 Court Street, Morristown	Across the street outside the front entrance to the Morris County Courthouse
Boonton Township Municipal Building	155 Powerville Road, Boonton	Outside the main entrance
Butler Borough	10 High Street, Butler	At the entrance next to the stairs
Chatham Borough Municipal Building	54 Fairmount Avenue, Chatham Borough	At the south side entrance
Chatham Township Municipal Building	58 Meyersville Road, Chatham Township	At the front entrance
Chester Township Municipal Building	1 Parker Road, Chester Township	In the parking lot on the left side of the municipal building
Denville Municipal Building	1 Saint Mary’s Place, Denville	Outside the main entrance
Dover Municipal Building	37 North Sussex Street, Dover	In the front of the building
East Hanover Municipal Building	411 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover	In the parking lot near the back door
Florham Park Municipal Building	111 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park	At the entrance to the Police Department
Hanover Township Municipal Building	1000 Route 10, Whippany	Outside the main entrance
Jefferson Township Municipal Building	1033 Weldon Road, Oak Ridge	Outside the main entrance
Kinnelon Borough Town Hall	130 Kinnelon Road, Kinnelon	By the front entrance
Long Hill Town Hall	915 Valley Road, Gillette	Near the side entrance
Madison Public Safety Complex	62 Kings Road, Madison	In Commuter Parking Lot 3
Mendham Borough	3 Cold Hill Road South, Mendham	Outside the front entrance
Montville Municipal Building	195 Changebridge Road, Montville	In front of the municipal building
Morris Plains Municipal Building	531 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains	Outside the entrance
Morris Township Municipal Building	50 Woodland Avenue, Morris Township	At the rear of the building by the middle entrance
Morristown Municipal Building	200 South Street, Morristown	In the rear parking lot by the right side entrance
Mount Olive Municipal Building	204 Flanders/Drakestown Road, Budd Lake	At the parking lot entrance to the municipal building
Mount Arlington Municipal Building	419 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington	On the left side near the courtroom entrance
Parsippany Municipal Building	1001 Parsippany Boulevard, Parsippany	Outside the main entrance facing Route 287
Pequannock Municipal Complex Senior House	530 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pequannock	Adjacent to the municipal building, outside the main entrance to the Senior House
Randolph Municipal Building	502 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph	Outside the main entrance
Rockaway Borough Municipal Building	1 East Main Street, Rockaway Borough	To the left of the front entrance
Rockaway Township Municipal Building	65 Mount Hope Road, Rockaway Township	Outside the Police Department
Roxbury Township Town Hall	1715 Route 46, Ledgewood	Outside the main entrance
Town of Boonton Municipal Building	100 Washington Street, Boonton	By the front entrance
Washington Township	1 East Springtown Road, Washington Township	At the Washington Township Police Department, outside the front entrance
Wharton Municipal Building	10 Robert Street, Wharton	Outside the main entrance

New Jersey Offers Entrepreneur Teams Up to $400,000 in Income Replacement Grants

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Sep 20, 2026

PARSIPPANY — Entrepreneur teams in Parsippany and across New Jersey can now apply for income replacement grants of up to $400,000 through the New Jersey Innovation Fellows Program.

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority is accepting applications for the program, which supports teams launching businesses in the state’s targeted industries. Those include clean energy, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and other innovative sectors.

Base grants of $200,000 are available. Teams can receive bonuses of up to $200,000 more for entrepreneurs who live in Opportunity Zones, self-certify as women or minorities, or graduated from a New Jersey college or university.

To be eligible, a team must have at least three full-time members, and at least half of them must be first-time entrepreneurs. Teams must commit to working full time, at least 35 hours per week, for two years and take part in a mentorship program.

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 4.

For more information and to apply, Click here.

Parsippany Shut Out by Whippany Park, Falls to 2-2

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Sep 19, 2026

download — Jake Benhke stands on the sideline. Photo from Parsippany High School Football team

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School football suffered its second consecutive loss Friday night, falling to Whippany Park, 34-0, on September 18.

The Redhawks entered the matchup looking to respond after a 27-0 loss to crosstown rival Parsippany Hills the previous week, but the offense was unable to get on the scoreboard for the second straight game. Whippany Park earned its first victory of the season with the win, improving to 1-2.

The loss drops Parsippany to 2-2 after an encouraging start to the season. The Redhawks opened the year with a 21-0 victory over Sussex County Tech before defeating North Warren Regional, 12-6, to begin the season 2-0.

Since then, Parsippany has faced a difficult two-game stretch. The Redhawks have been shut out by Parsippany Hills and Whippany Park while allowing a combined 61 points.

For Parsippany, the focus now shifts toward getting the offense back on track and rediscovering the form that helped the team win its first two games. After starting the year with momentum, the Redhawks will have an opportunity to respond on the road next week.

Parsippany is scheduled to face Palisades Park/Leonia on Friday, September 25, at 6:00 p.m.

Author’s Note: Special thanks to Pruthvi Sheyte for providing game information and details from the matchup.

Will Maass Scores Three Touchdowns as Parsippany Hills Falls to Montville, 42-21

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Sep 19, 2026

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School fell to Montville, 42-21, on Friday, September 18, as the Vikings dropped to 2-2 on the season. The road matchup was played at Montville Township High School.

Despite the loss, the connection between quarterback Nick Napolitano and wide receiver Will Maass continued to produce for the Parsippany Hills offense.

All three of the Vikings’ touchdowns came through the same combination, with Napolitano finding Maass for each score. Maass accounted for all 21 of Parsippany Hills’ points through his three touchdown receptions and the ensuing extra points.

The performance continued a strong start to the season for Maass. He caught a 26-yard touchdown in the season-opening 23-21 victory over Paramus, followed that with two touchdown receptions against Mendham, and added another touchdown in the Vikings’ 27-0 win over Parsippany High School.

With three more scores against Montville, Maass has now caught seven touchdown passes through the Vikings’ first four games.

Napolitano has been responsible for each of those touchdown passes, with the quarterback and Maass quickly developing into one of the Vikings’ most productive offensive combinations.

Montville, however, was able to consistently find the end zone and pull away for the 42-21 victory. The win improved the Mustangs to 3-1 and extended their winning streak to three games, while Parsippany Hills returned to .500 at 2-2. MaxPreps.com

The loss comes one week after Parsippany Hills shut out crosstown rival Parsippany, 27-0. Through four games, the Vikings have defeated Paramus and Parsippany while falling to Mendham and Montville. MaxPreps.com

Parsippany Hills will now return home looking to rebound when it hosts Sparta on Friday, September 25, at 7:00 p.m.

Author’s Note: Special thanks to shaymedia.25 on instagram for providing photography from the game and to Sameer Dhode for providing game information and details.

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Parsippany Stays Perfect With 3-0 Win Over Lenape Valley

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Sep 18, 2026

737DF9F7-8DD8-4A74-87DB-CF70502AF5D6 — Ajay Rathinam and Marcus Coe celebrating the goal. Photo by Jessica Coe

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School boys soccer stayed perfect with a 3-0 victory over Lenape Valley, improving to 5-0 on the season.

After a scoreless first half, Sairam Balaji opened the scoring off an assist from Marcus Coe. Sai added his second goal later in the half, with Jude Berry picking up the assist.

Jude then scored Parsippany’s third goal off an assist from Chris McAndrew to finish off the win.

The victory was another complete team effort, with Parsippany receiving contributions across the lineup while the defense kept Lenape Valley off the scoreboard.

Parsippany teammates celebrate after another strong second-half performance helped secure a 3-0 win over Lenape Valley. Photo by Jessica Coe.

Sai finished with two goals, while Jude added a goal and an assist as Parsippany continued its unbeaten start.

Author’s Note: Special thanks to Christian Castaño and Ajay Rathinam for providing game information and details, and to Jessica Coe for providing photos.

Wonder Cutting 533 Jobs in New Jersey

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Sep 18, 2026

PARSIPPANY — Wonder, the food delivery and takeout company known for bringing meals from restaurants and celebrity chefs directly to customers, is eliminating 533 positions in New Jersey, according to a recently filed WARN notice.

The layoffs are expected to be completed between September 16 and January 8. The affected positions are connected to the company’s New Jersey operations as it consolidates its footprint.

Wonder has built its business around delivering restaurant-quality meals to customers, including offerings associated with high-profile chefs such as Bobby Flay and Michael Symon. The size of the job reduction makes the announcement one of the more significant recent food-industry layoffs in New Jersey.

Wonder has two Parsippany addresses on record: a corporate office at 399 Jefferson Road and a retail food hall location at 1295 U.S. Route 46. Neither of the local sites is expected to be affected by the announced cuts.

Wonder is a food-delivery company that prepares meals from a variety of restaurant and celebrity-chef concepts in its own kitchens and delivers them directly to customers’ homes. The company has partnered with several well-known chefs and restaurant personalities as it has expanded its offerings, a strategy that has helped it attract attention in the increasingly competitive food delivery market, where companies continue to face pressure from labor expenses, food costs, delivery economics, and changing consumer habits.

Wonder’s job cuts come as restaurants and food-service companies continue to navigate a challenging operating environment. Restaurant closures, franchisee bankruptcies, and workforce reductions have become increasingly common as businesses contend with elevated costs and shifting consumer spending.

For the workers affected by Wonder’s latest announcement, the layoffs will unfold over the next several months, with the WARN filing providing advance notice of the planned reductions. The cuts are another reminder that the pressures facing the restaurant and food-delivery industries extend beyond individual restaurants, reaching companies operating behind the scenes to produce and deliver meals to consumers.

Parsippany Masterclass Leads To 2-0 Win against Whippany Park

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Sep 16, 2026

Rodrigo_Esquivel_720x480 — Man of the Match Rodrigo. Shot by Nishchay Kochhar

Parsippany — Parsippany High School boys soccer continued its undefeated start Wednesday, defeating Whippany Park, 2-0, to improve to 4-0.

Julius Rodriguez opened the scoring with an outstanding individual effort. Julius created the opportunity himself, beat the defense, and finished without an assist to put Parsippany ahead.

Sairam “Sai” Balaji later doubled the lead after receiving an assist from captain Christian Castaño. Sai once again delivered in front of the goal, continuing his impressive scoring run of scoring a goal every game this season so far.

Rodrigo Esquivel was named man of the match by his teammates following a tremendous performance. His five goal-line clearances sure helped Parsippany keep a clean sheet and wind the game. Rodrigo’s effort helped Parsippany remain in control and secure another important victory.

Fullback Christopher McAndrew delivers a strong defensive performance in Parsippany’s 2-0 victory over Whippany Park.

The biggest story of the game, however, was Parsippany’s defense.

The Redhawks’ defensive line produced a beautiful performance from beginning to end. Whippany Park repeatedly searched for a way through, but Parsippany refused to give one. The defenders stayed committed, fought for one another, and protected the lead until the final whistle.

The victory was a proper team effort, but the defense deserves special recognition for making itself nearly impossible to break down. Every time Whippany Park attempted to respond, Parsippany stood firm.

Despite entering a new conference division and facing different opponents, the Redhawks have continued winning. Four games into the season, Parsippany remains undefeated, Sai keeps scoring, and the defense has shown it can shut down its opposition.

Author’s Note: Special thanks to Ajay Rathinam and Christian Castaño for providing the score, scoring details, and additional information from the game, and to Nishchay Kochhar for his on-the-ground photography.

New Pizzeria Pizzanada Opens in Lake Hiawatha

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Sep 16, 2026

PARSIPPANY — A new pizzeria has opened its doors in Lake Hiawatha, and it is one of the first businesses featured in a new initiative by the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee to help publicize local businesses through video.

Pizzanada, located at 102 North Beverwyck Road, recently opened to serve residents in the Lake Hiawatha section of Parsippany. The new pizzeria adds to the growing lineup of eateries in the area and gives residents another option close to home for a slice or a full pie.

In conjunction with Video On The Go producer, cinematographer, and director Brian Satch, Economic Development Advisory Committee Chairman Frank Cahill has begun working with local businesses within Parsippany to help publicize their operations, and Pizzanada is among the first to be featured.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Pulkit Desai said “Parsippany businesses create job opportunities in Parsippany and add to the character of the township. He said they also contribute to the community’s charitable organizations. As Mayor of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, Desai asked residents to shop local and shop Parsippany.”

The videos will be included on the township’s social media posts. In addition, Parsippany Focus will promote the videos as a free service to the Parsippany business community.

“In addition to working with the administration on attracting new business to Parsippany, our committee is committed to working with current businesses and helping promote business within Parsippany,” Cahill said.

The service is free to any Parsippany business. Interested business owners can contact Frank Cahill at (973) 559-6000 for scheduling.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge to Host Breakfast Buffet

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Sep 15, 2026

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PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge #2078 will host a breakfast buffet Sunday, September 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The event will be held at the lodge, located at 230 Parsippany Road in Parsippany. The buffet will include an omelet and egg station where guests can have their eggs prepared the way they like them.

Cost is $10.00 per person.

Letter to the Editor: The Morris County GOP Needs New Leadership

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Sep 15, 2026

Dear Editor:

I write as Chairman of the America First Republicans of New Jersey, and as someone who got his start in Republican politics with the Morris County Young Republicans. In 2024 I was chosen by the Trump campaign as a statewide New Jersey Delegate to the Republican National Convention. I write because what is happening to the Morris County Republican Committee is not a local problem. It is a statewide problem, and Republicans across New Jersey should be paying attention to it.

Morris County was for decades among the most dependable Republican county in this state. It is not anymore. In 2025 the party lost ground in towns Republicans had held for a generation, including Mine Hill, Wharton, Rockaway Township and Boonton, and lost legislative ground alongside it. Those are not national headwinds. That is a county organization failing at the only job it has.

The public filings show why. As of the Q2 2026 ELEC reports, the Morris County Republican Committee held $9,852 in cash on hand. The Morris County Democratic Committee held $88,971. In the county Republicans are supposed to own, our own party is outgunned nearly nine to one.

The committee has also been borrowing from its own officers to keep the doors open. Filings show $9,500 repaid to Chairwoman Laura Ali for a loan she made to the organization she leads, and $7,500 owed to the party’s general counsel to cover rent on the county office. An organization that cannot raise the money to pay its own rent does not have a fundraising problem. It has a leadership problem.

And while the committee has been short of cash, party money has gone to a media outlet the chairwoman herself owns. Under no circumstance should a county chairman be signing checks from the party treasury to her own business while asking volunteers to give their time for nothing.

None of this is rumor and none of it is opinion. Every figure comes from ELEC filings and Morris County Clerk results that anyone can look up. A group of Morris County Republicans has put it all in one place, with the source documents shown alongside the numbers, at savemcrc.com. I would ask every Republican in Morris County to spend ten minutes there and draw their own conclusions.

Here is mine. Laura Ali should resign as Chairwoman of the Morris County Republican Committee. She is mentally unfit for the role and only exists to serve as a puppet for the corrupt interests that ultimately serve New Jersey Democrats.

Her entire record has been nothing but failure after failure. There is quite literally nothing positive that can be referenced regarding her performance as Chairwoman. She has had years to build an organization that can raise money and win elections, and the filings and the ballots both say she has not done it. Every month she stays is another month Morris County Republicans spend outraised, outorganized, and asked to pretend otherwise. Resigning would be the one decision available to her that puts this party ahead of herself.

And if she will not step aside, the committee members who knock the doors and staff the polls should be prepared to replace her at the first opportunity they have. This organization belongs to them. It is long past time they acted like it. We will never save New Jersey unless we save Morris County. The entire state is watching what comes next.

Yours truly,

Mike Crispi
Chairman, America First Republicans of New Jersey
Former Board Member, Morris County Young Republicans
2024 RNC Delegate for President Donald Trump

Parsippany Council Approves Grant Insertion for Bulletproof Vest Program

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Sep 15, 2026