PARSIPPANY — George Robinson was recognized for 50 plus years of dedicated service with the Rainbow Lakes Fire Company and the Township of Parsippany. 
He was honored at the Mansion recently with his family, members of the fire company, and elected officials in attendance.
George continues to faithfully serve along with his son Greg who is also a Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Firefighter.
PARSIPPANY — Santa has informed Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 that he will be requiring assistance from them on Sunday December 17 to escort him through the District to visit everyone before Christmas.
Members will begin escorting Santa starting in the morning. Make sure to keep an eye out and listen for the sirens escorting Santa.
PARSIPPANY — The reputable RHF Foundation is celebrating their 10th anniversary with a charitable gala on January 10, 2018. The monumental event will feature music by The Infernos and Julian & Dominique and will take place at renowned venue The Venetian in Garfield. Food and drinks will be served, and the foundation will present checks to 10 children ranging in age from one to 18 years old who are battling cancer. The foundation is currently at 50% of their goal and is now opening up their gala to those who are interested in purchasing tickets, a corporate table, or an event sponsorship. Take part of this extraordinary evening as you party with celebrities including Bart Oates of the NY Giants, famed boxer Bobby Czyz, NY Jets Players and many others all in the name of a heart-warming charity. The RHF Foundation is located at 100 Lanidex Plaza, Second Floor.
A Night to Remember
The night kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour followed by dinner, presentations, and dancing. The foundation will be honoring two notable donors, Thomas Geraghty of Paladin Insurance and Lettera and Mosiello, LLP. Being present for a night of celebration while checks are presented to the children who need them is an incredibly moving and special experience you won’t want to miss.
Every day an average of 43 children hear words that will change their lives forever: “You’ve got cancer.” Once a cancer diagnosis is determined, the associated medical bills frequently leave families with tremendous financial burdens.
RHF Foundation has raised over $750,000 in funds. Every single dollar goes to deserving organizations such as Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Newton Medical Center, The L.E.A.D. Program, and The Dean Michael Clarizio Cancer Foundation
A Company Who Cares
The RHF Foundation has had a successful decade to say the least. The owners of Residential Home Funding Corp. – one of America’s top mortgage companies – created the RHF Foundation in 2007. As successful business owners with big hearts, they know the importance of giving back, and place tremendous value on service. It is their kindness, passion, and generosity that fuels the RHF Foundation.
The Mission of the RHF Foundation is to “Provide Funding to Help Children with Acute Medical Conditions.” The RHF Foundation is committed to enhancing the healing environment for children with acute medical issues. Our goal is to fund programs that make hospital stays less frightening and more enriching for a child, as well as fund organizations that aide in the prevention of teen bullying and substance abuse.
“Our company is fully involved in providing support to the RHF Foundation. Every single dollar raised is given to the families and organizations we help, and our valued and dedicated employees volunteer their time for free.” – Tom Marinaro, President, Residential Home Funding.
Please join and help spread the word. Learn more and purchase tickets click here.
RANDOLPH — A recent study by Emsi, a leading provider of economic impact reports, shows that County College of Morris’ annual contribution to the Morris County economy equates to more than $484 million.
Analyzing data from Fiscal Year 2015-16, the study found that the $484 million impact on the county’s economic health includes the creation of new jobs, student spending and the contribution of alumni, largely related to the higher earnings of graduates as a result of obtaining a college degree.
The average annual salary of an associate degree holder at career midpoint in New Jersey is $60,300 compared to $47,200 for those with only a high school diploma. For students who go on to earn a bachelor’s degree, the average career midpoint salary is $91,300.
PayScale, which maintains the largest database of salaries worldwide, also has listed CCM as number one in New Jersey in terms of community college graduate salaries. According to PayScale’s 2017-18 salary report, the mid-career median pay of CCM alumni with an associate degree is $69,900, placing them higher than the state average and 57th nationwide among community and career college graduates.
The Emsi study additionally found that for every $1 students invest in their CCM education, they receive a minimum $4.40 in higher future earnings, equating to an average annual rate of return of 14.5 percent. In comparison, the average annual 30-year return in the U.S. stock market is 10.1 percent.
“Most residents know that as an educational institution, CCM is a significant supplier of trained individuals who possess the knowledge and skills to contribute to society on multiple levels,” notes Dr. Anthony J. Iacono. “Not as many, however, realize the extent of the economic impact the college, its students and graduates have on the county. As this study shows, Morris County residents have multiple reasons to be proud of their community college.”
The study additionally showed that the college generates much more in tax revenue than it receives, providing a 17 percent return on investment. In Fiscal Year 2015-16, the college added about $220.1 million in tax revenue, stemming from graduates’ higher earnings and the increased output of businesses as a result of college purchases.
Also noted in the study is that the college is a major employer for the region with more than 850 full- and part-time faculty and staff.
To learn more about CCM click here.
PARSIPPANY — Pinnacle Foods, a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products, has been named Processor of the Year by FOOD PROCESSING magazine.
The annual award was announced recently on the publication’s website. It recognizes a consumer packaged goods company that excels in sound financial performance, including expanding sales and profitability; innovative product development; leading manufacturing technology; managerial excellence; and general industry leadership and service.
“It is an honor for our entire team to be recognized for excellence in this wide array of functional expertise,” said Pinnacle Foods CEO Mark Clouse. “Our unique culture is based on a team of about 5,000 employees who have incredible passion for our purpose of Unleashing Brand Potential. We stay focused on the right priorities, working with speed and commitment to results.”
“As we researched the right company to win Processor of the Year, the list of outstanding aspects of Pinnacle Foods’ performance really stood out in the industry,” said Dave Fusaro, editor in chief, FOOD PROCESSING magazine.
“Pinnacle earned the award just 16 years after its founding and is just as deserving as prior winning powerhouses such as General Mills, PepsiCo and H.J. Heinz Co.” The December edition of FOOD PROCESSING magazine includes three feature stories detailing the key strategic strengths that were used to select Pinnacle Foods Inc. as the 2017 Processor of the Year.
Pinnacle Foods is a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products with a mission of unleashing brand potential. With annual sales in excess of $3 billion, our portfolio includes well-known brands competing in frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable formats, such as Birds Eye, Birds Eye Voila!, Duncan Hines, Earth Balance, EVOL, gardein, Glutino, Hungry-Man, Log Cabin, Udi’s, Vlasic, and Wish-Bone, along with many others. The company is headquartered at 399 Jefferson Road and has nearly 5,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada. For more information click here.
TRENTON – New Jersey Governor-elect Phil Murphy has tapped an appointee of outgoing Gov. Chris Christie to be his attorney general.
Gurbir Grewal will be the first Sikh-American to serve as attorney general anywhere in America if confirmed by the state Senate. He’s been the Bergen County prosecutor for the last two years.
Senator Paul Sarlo (D-Bergen) issued the following statement on the announcement by Governor-elect Phil Murphy that he will nominate Bergen County Prosecutor Gurbir S. Grewal for the position of Attorney General:
“I am thrilled with the selection of Prosecutor Grewal to serve as the state’s next attorney general. He has served Bergen County with distinction and demonstrated an unwavering commitment to upholding the law.
“He also understands that as chief law enforcement officer, he has a responsibility to engage with and respond to concerns in the community and has done so with success. I witnessed firsthand his ability to communicate and connect with high school students on the dangers of the opioid epidemic as well as the dangers of gangs. He handled with great sensitivity the Wyckoff Police Department charges of racial bias and his recent interaction with the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department. I am confident he will be a national leader when it comes to racial justice and equality.”
Murphy noted his pledge to ensure his administration is as diversified as possible.
According to reports, Grewal insists it wasn’t easy to make the decision to take the job, given progress made on a number of fronts in Bergen County. Among the changes he says he’s made are protecting racial and ethnic minorities, providing greater transparency in law enforcement and addressing the opioid epidemic.
This appointment is the first cabinet level hire Murphy has made since last month’s election. He announced earlier that Lt. Governor-elect Sheila Oliver would serve as commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs.
Grewal’s selection is subject to Senate approval.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Mayor-elect Michael Soriano and Councilwomen-elect Janice McCarthy and Emily Peterson announced their support for Mikie Sherrill for Congress in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District.
“Since announcing her campaign in the spring, Mikie has shown that she has the poise, intelligence and strength to fight for the people of Parsippany and the 11th District in the House of Representatives,” Soriano said. “I could not imagine a better representative for Morris County than a prosecutor and veteran of our armed forces. We need a leader in Washington who will fight for our men and women in uniform, at home and overseas.”
Sherrill, a former helicopter pilot in the United States Navy, announced her candidacy in May.
Janice McCarthy added, “Mikie Sherrill: courage, character, proven leadership and judgment. Her credentials are unquestionable. She has served our country honorably and now represents our best hope for New Jersey’s future. She is a voice for a new generation; that’s why I’m supporting Mikie Sherrill for Congress to represent the 11th District.”
“I fully support Mikie Sherrill for CD 11. Her military service and professional experience as a prosecutor compliment her compassion and commitment to working families in New Jersey. As a working mom myself, I couldn’t ask for a better representative in Washington,” stated Emily Peterson.
Soriano continued, “I had the privilege of knocking on doors with Mikie in Mount Tabor over the summer. Nothing shows a commitment to learning the needs of the people quite like canvassing door-to-door. I know that Mikie will spend 2018 running a grassroots campaign, knocking on doors across the 11th District and bringing the concerns of the people directly to Washington. That’s how we begin to change our country for the better.”
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of Freeholders will hold its 2018 annual meeting on Friday, January 5, at 6:00 p.m. in the Freeholders’ Public Meeting Room in the County Administration and Records Building, 10 Court Street, Morristown.
At the meeting, newly elected Freeholder Heather Darling, of Roxbury will take the oath of office for a three-year term. She will replace Freeholder Hank Lyon, of Montville, who did not seek re-election to the county governing board.
The freeholders also formally will elect a director and deputy director for 2018 at that meeting.
The public is invited to attend this meeting.
For more information on Morris County government click here.
MORRIS COUNTY — As opioid-related overdoses continue to rise in Morris County, the supply of Narcan, a lifesaving drug created to reverse overdoses, has been depleted among law enforcement agencies operating in Morris County. To address this depletion and its impact on police department budgets, Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp has authorized the expenditure of $7,864 in drug forfeiture money to replenish the supply and aid municipal police department’s budgets. In total the Prosecutor’s Office purchased 165 dosages of Narcan, which will be distributed to Morris County law enforcement agencies at the Tuesday, December 12 meeting of the Morris County Police Chiefs Association. Each dose costs $44.54.
As of early December, there have been 170 administrations of Narcan by law enforcement in the county, already more than entire amount in 2016. A majority of police departments in the Morris County have had to deploy Narcan at least once this year.
Mount Olive Township Police Chief Stephen Beecher knows the extent of the problem very well. “Our community has been deeply affected by the heroin and opiate epidemic,” Chief Beecher said. “In 2017, Mount Olive police officers have so far saved 19 victims from opioid overdoses by deploying nasal Narcan, which has proven to be an invaluable resource in stemming the number of deaths, and offering families and those with opioid addictions another chance for recovery. We are grateful that Prosecutor Knapp will supplement Narcan resources through use of the narcotic forfeiture funds.”
The distribution is designed to restock every agency with the dosages they used this year in addition to providing dosages to departments that haven’t needed to deploy Narcan yet.
Prosecutor Knapp stated: “The Narcan program in Morris County is a critical component to our multidisciplinary approach in combating the opiate epidemic. This funding is made possible through the utilization of drug forfeiture funds seized from for-profit illegal drug dealers who adversely effected Morris County. The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office will continue to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to save lives and direct those addicted to treatment resources immediately after overdoses are reversed”.
The need for Narcan is another sobering sign of the heroin and opioid epidemic gripping Morris County. Overdose deaths in the county during 2017 are considerably ahead of last year’s pace. Unfortunately, there have been 76 fatal opiate overdoses this year within Morris County.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany hosted their first “Comedy Night” Fundraiser on Friday, December 8.
Jackie Byrne, hosted the event featuring Don Michaloski, Bob Gonzo and Stephanie Holmes. The feature headliner was KC Arora.
Event Chairman Gordon Meth said “The Comedy Night Fundraiser that I chaired for my Kiwanis Club was a large success. It was well attended, and everyone laughed all night. We also had more non-Kiwanians in attendance than Kiwanians. All the comedians were really funny, but the headliner, KC Arora, was hilarious! My kids, Kyle and Jake, were laughing hysterically through his whole set. We also netted around $1,000 to help us continue serving our community.” He continued “Special thanks go out to Jackie Byrne, Bob Gonzo, Stephanie Holmes, KC Arora, and the organizer/comedian Don Michalowski for putting together a great show; Connie Keller for working the door, Frank Cahill for arranging the facility, helping with the planning, and taking care of so many little things, Nick Limanov for getting coffee, helping with the planning, and helping set up and cleanup, Carol Tiesi and Karen DeChristopher for helping set up and cleanup, Lindsay Jawar, Laura Donnelly, Casey Parikh for helping plan the event and selling so many tickets, Don Michalowski for planning the session and arranging a good group of comedians based on the specifications we discussed, and my kids, Parsippany High School Key Club members Kyle and Jake for selling concessions and helping clean up.”
KC Arora is a New York-based comedian that should definitely be on your radar. His biting observational humor and sarcastic charm had the audience doubled over with laughter.
When KC isn’t performing across the U.S., you can find him hanging out in comedy clubs around New York City or Twitter (@KCGotIdeas).
KC made his first national, non-court related TV appearance on Laughs on FOX in 2015, and has been on the rise ever since. After making almost a dozen appearances on Laughs on Fox, he was seen on SeeSo’s New York’s Funniest. TruTV’s Late Night Snack and was a semi-finalist in NBC’s Standup for Diversity. KC made it to the final four of Caroline’s March Madness competition.
The event was held at Parsippany Rescue and Recovery, 100 Centerton Road.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets at the Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46 every Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m. If you are interested in joining our dedicated volunteers, join us for breakfast. For additional information you can email Frank Cahill at flcahill@parsippanykiwanis.org.
Photos by Joanne Rich
PARSIPPANY — West Caldwell Pack 9 holds a Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee’s, 1057 Route 46.
Parents, residents, children and friends came out on Sunday morning, December 10 to support the cub scouts.
Santa arrived in time for the children to tell him what they wanted for Christmas. Santa was also checking his list to make sure the children were good all year.
The breakfast consisted of pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, coffee, tea or orange juice.
Applebee’s offers the “Flapjack” fundraiser to qualified organizations. For more information click here.
PARSIPPANY — The United States Marine Corps has an unofficial ethos of work hard, play hard. When Maj. Bill Hendricks was unable to find a place where his wife could donate a Raggedy Ann doll at Christmas in 1947, he initiated work and play with the formation of a charitable effort in Los Angeles.
During that first year, a group of local Marines placed bins outside Warner Bros. movie theaters and collected nearly 5,000 toys. Their efforts were so successful that, in 1948, Toys for Tots was launched as a national campaign with a primary goal to deliver a message of hope to youth that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive, patriotic citizens.
Since that time, the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program has grown to touch the lives of around seven million less fortunate children each year at Christmas. American Legion chapters are active across the nation in supporting the annual toy drive.
On Sunday, December 10, residents gathered at the American Legion Post 249, 91 North Beverwcyk Road to continue the tradition.
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived to take pictures with all the children. Families donated a toy for Toys for Tots and volunteers from American Legion cooked hot dogs, chicken nuggets and macaroni and cheese. If you didn’t come with a toy, then you had to donate $5.00 to the cause.
“It’s just fantastic to see groups like this step up in the community,” said Vice President of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Robert Peluso. “I’m just proud to be a resident of Parsippany. My neighbors are my heroes. These groups are pulling together and doing the right thing for everyone.”
Although Toys for Tots is designed to be a program for local children in the United States, the program went international on three occasions. The first followed the catastrophic typhoon that devastated the city of Nagoya, Japan, in 1959. The other two occasions were to the Republic of Panama following the invasion in 1988 and to the Caribbean following Hurricane Hugo in 1989.
Parsippanong Post 249 American Legion was chartered on August 13, 1935, and has grown considerably to include the more than 160 members today. They serve the Township of Parsippany Troy-Hills and the surrounding area in Morris County. The post is located in the Lake Hiawatha section of town.
Post 249 is both a veterans’ organization and an involved community member. We provide a variety of services, programs and awards. Our affiliated American Legion Auxiliary Unit 249 and our Sons of the American Legion Squadron 249 provide additional programs.
PARSIPPANY — Meet Phoenix! Phoenix is a stunning 10-month old male Lab Pit mix. He is a big boy at 65 pounds but with an even bigger heart! He always aims to please and is very loyal. Phoenix is a sweetheart and would be very content cuddling on the couch with you! Especially if it involves a belly rub or two. He has the sweetest personality that can bring a smile to anyone’s face. Phoenix loves being the center of attention and has never met a person he hasn’t liked!
In his foster home, he has already mastered commands sit, come, focus, wait, and is working on roll over and down! Phoenix has even worked with a professional trainer and has done wonderfully! She says he is very smart and highly trainable. Phoenix is potty trained and crate trained, and walks perfectly on leash! Phoenix loves other dogs and enjoys the company of his foster sister, Piper. He also goes to playgroup every day and makes lots of new friends. You could say he is quite the social butterfly! Because he is a big, young pup, it would be best if he goes into a home with children above the age of 16.
You could not ask for a more perfect puppy! Phoenix was rescued from a shelter in Newark where he was found alone and scared for the future. Now that he is out of harm’s way, Phoenix is so excited to find a forever home!
If you are interested in adopting Phoenix, please fill out an application by clicking here.
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Wise Animal Rescue’s goal is to find the perfect family dynamic and place our dogs in a loving, safe and permanent home. All of our dogs available for adoption are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on shots and microchipped.
Our adoption process starts with filling an application, home visit, meet and greet and then finalizing with an adoption contract and fee.
Adoption fees range from about $200.00 to $500.00. These fees help defray costs of veterinary and foster care and are tax deductible.
PARSIPPANY — The Friends of Lake Hiawatha held their annual “Lake Hiawatha Snowflake Festival” on Saturday, December 9 along North Beverwyck Road by the Gazebo.
The snow was still falling as the Brownie’s, Daisy and Girl Scouts were signing the Christmas favorite songs. Jingle Bell Rock, Deck The Halls, Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, Snow Days and more.
Everyone was served hot chocolate, cookies and candy canes as Santa arrived by Firetruck.
Santa greeted all the children and parents were taking pictures of their children.
PARSIPPANY — Applebee’s located at 1157 Route 46, Troy Hills Shopping Center – as well as those across the state – held a Breakfast with Santa fundraiser on Saturday, December 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to support the U.S. Marines Corps Toys for Tots program.
In addition to food, guests received toys donated by Sons of Italy and pictures with Santa.
All of the proceeds from the breakfast and donated toys were given to Toys for Tots.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with Toys for Tots for the 2017 holiday season,” said Doherty Enterprises Chief Executive Officer Ed Doherty. “The holidays are such a special time to give back to our local communities. We love interacting with our guests at every level to provide a fun-filled morning for all to enjoy the spirit of the season. We are thrilled to be able to support this amazing organization and encourage everyone to come out for a fantastic day of holiday cheer and charitable giving.”
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School is accepting nominations for its Hall of Fame. The PHHS Hall of Fame recognizes and honors PHHS graduates and staff members who have distinguished themselves during their time at PHHS and/or in their careers in their fields of work or service. Recognition will be given but not limited to accomplishment in the fields of: Music, School Services, Fine Arts, Medicine, Business, Journalism, Politics, Athletics, Education, Science, Armed Forces, Community Service.
In the case of a staff member, the nominee must have been a member of the professional staff (including non-teacher coaches and activity advisors), who has retired or left the employ of Parsippany Hills High School.
The person being nominated DOES NOT have to be a college graduate. Posthumous nominations WILL BE accepted. (Click here for complete nomination information)
Inductees are selected from five categories:
Academic and/or Career
Recognized as a respected leader in his or her profession who has demonstrated unique talents and/or career accomplishments and has helped improve the quality of life.
Athletic
Recognized for outstanding athletic accomplishments while attending Parsippany Hills High School.
Cultural/Performing Arts
Recognized for achievements in the cultural, visual, performing arts and/or for contributions to the promotion of cultural activities on a local, state and/or national level.
Major Contributions to Parsippany Hills High School
Recognized for promoting Parsippany Hills High School and, by example or by sustained contribution, serving as a major influence in the lives of PHHS students.
Special Honorary Achievement
Recognized for special contributions and service to Parsippany Hills High School and to the community, although not necessarily a graduate.
The nominees to be inducted into the Parsippany Hills Hall of Fame will be honored at an annual ceremony. Recipients will receive an engraved memento and will be recognized on a plaque in the hall of Parsippany Hills High School.
The Parsippany Hills High School Hall of Fame was established to honor graduates and faculty of Parsippany Hills high School who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in their field or made unique contributions to their community.
The committee evaluates each nominee on three criteria:
1. Recognized excellence in one’s field/profession
2. Service and dedication to Parsippany Hills High School
3. Contributions to professional and civic organizations
Nomination forms can be found by clicking here. Be sure to include all requested information. Letter of nomination; Resume of the nominee’s accomplishments (not to exceed three pages) and any additional supporting documentation (not to exceed three pages).
All forms are due by January 31 and must be mailed to Susan A. Bonnet, Parsippany Hills High School, 20 Rita Drive, Morris Plains, N.J. 07950 or e-mail to sbonnet@pthsd.net.
PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, December 9 the children at Parsippany Child Day Care Center enjoyed a breakfast and a visit from Santa sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.
Nicolas Limanov, co-director of Young Children Priority One, and Joe Jannarone, Jr., President of Sons of Italy volunteered and prepared the breakfast which consisted of scrambled eggs, turkey sausage, pancakes, bagels and muffins.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany invites Santa and cooks up a breakfast and supplies gifts for the children every year.
Kiwanis is a worldwide service organization in over 96 nations. The major emphasis is serving the children of the world.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany picks service projects that need attention. The Club is all local people that volunteer time and talents to make our community a better place to live. We, like you, are busy with making a living, church, family, and many other activities.
The children received wooden puzzles, coloring books and crayons from Santa as well as a goodie bag.
The Parsippany Child Day Care Center was incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1968. They opened with 20 children and expanded to meet the growing need for quality child care in our community. In 1980, they moved into a new building specifically designed for child care and owned by the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills. During the 1990s, the building was renovated with two additions to the building, which made room for infants and young toddlers. They are governed by a Board of Trustees, who are volunteers from our community.
The facility was designed specifically for the care of children, and was built with HUD funding. The center has a total of seven classrooms, a large multipurpose room, a full service kitchen, offices, adult and children’s lavatories.
The center is comprised of a diverse population of families and staff. They come from a variety of backgrounds and speak multiple languages from all over the globe.
A very unique relationship exists between the center and Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills. Parsippany built the original building and owns it. A self-renewing contract allows for joint responsibility for repairs and building upkeep. Primarily the center maintains the building and the town maintains the property. They also have strong ties with civic organizations within Parsippany, including but not limited to the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills and the Sons of Italy.
Parsippany Child Day Care Center is located at 300 Baldwin Road. For more information, click here.
PARSIPPANY — Three wrestlers are representing Parsippany at the Virginia National Duals Wrestling tournament in Virginia Beach this weekend.
The Virginia Challenge Holiday Duals is a National Level Competition Event that is Sanctioned by USA Wrestling. Each year it is the endeavor to bring in quality, national caliber teams/clubs and wrestlers to one site and compete for the prestigious National Holiday Duals Championships.
From left to right, Mario Fornini, Adrian DeJesus and Cross Wasilewki
PARSIPPANY —Santa arrived at Lake Parsippany firehouse on Saturday, December 9 to greet the children, take pictures, find out their wish list and give gifts.
Santa stays in the firehouse rather than going around on the fire trucks because it’s safer for the children and gives him the opportunity to talk with each child to hear those special Christmas wishes.
Other fire districts in Parsippany will drive Santa around to the neighborhoods and gave out treats.
NORTH POLE — Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus — and the U.S. Postal Service can help you prove it when Santa replies to your child’s letter — complete with a North Pole postmark.
Here are the steps for your child to get a letter back from Santa:
North Pole Postmark
Postmaster
4141 Postmark Drive
Anchorage, AK 99530-9998
“Letters from Santa” must be received by the Anchorage, AK, postmaster no later than December 15. Santa’s helpers at the Postal Service will take care of the rest.
Be sure to share the experience on social media using #LettersFromSanta.
Tips
The Letters from Santa program adds to the excitement of Christmas and is ideal for interesting youngsters in letter writing, stamps and penmanship.
The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
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