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Letter to the editor: Parsippany Needs Michael Soriano

Frank L. Cahill
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parsippany focusDear Editor:

We’ve been residents of the Township for over 22 years and we’ve had the pleasure of knowing Michael for at least 10 of those years.  Our relationship started when my wife volunteered to serve on the Township Democratic Committee. At the time, I was a staunch Independent.  Michael goaded me into running for a Council Seat.  I did not win but I learned a tremendous amount about the political process.

First, let’s talk about Michael Soriano the person. He’s a person of character which to me, is of utmost importance these days. Michael is a true gentleman; well spoken, polite but assertive when the situation demands it. Most important, he is a man of Integrity and empathy. He’s been involved in town politics for a number of years and I can think of no one better to lead us.

Now, I’m not one for maligning any group of people.  When Mayor Barbario was elected, I believe he had a good first term.  However, after eight years in office, Parsippany has both old and new issues that need to be addressed.  Those issues range from representation to overdevelopment, trash and transportation infrastructure.

On the representation side, those of us who live in the “Morris Plains” section of the township do not really have a voice in town government.  This section of town is much different than Lake Hiawatha.  We would like to keep our semi-rural environment but increasing development and unbridled traffic are encroaching.  Regarding transportation, I’ve written to Mayor Barberio as well as Council Members with ideas about parking and jitney service to the Morris Plains Train Station. Those letters have never been acknowledged.  My wife contacted the Mayor and Council regarding the speeding and trash issues on Union Hill Road.  Those letters went unanswered. Finally, the issue of traffic, noise and light pollution attributable to the new Central Park, located in the Township must be addressed.  Denville and Morris Plains need to be included.  I don’t see that happening from what I read about in town council meetings.

So my friends, it is time for a change.  While all of these problems may not be solved, at least we will have someone who will listen and work with us.  Michael Soriano has my vote, I hope he has yours.

Glenn R. Dinetz
Parsippany resident

 

The opinions expressed herein are the writer’s alone, and do not reflect the opinions of Parsippany Focus or anyone who works for Parsippany Focus. Parsippany Focus is not responsible for the accuracy of any of the information supplied by the writer.

Hundreds of kids attend Parsippany’s ‘Trunk-or-Treat’ event

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Hundreds of kids attend Parsippany’s ‘Trunk-or-Treat’ event

PARSIPPANY — Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills held the annual “Trunk or Treat” on Tuesday, October 31 at Veteran’s Memorial Park.

Trunk or Treat is a safe and fun place for Parsippany children to “Trick or Treat.” The children formed lines as they went trunk to trunk instead of door to door.

Witches, Spiderman, Ghosts, Tigers were among the hundreds of children during Parsippany’s annual Trunk or Treat.

Pharmacies can dispense Narcan without prescriptions

Frank L. Cahill
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Pharmacies can dispense Narcan without prescriptions

MORRIS COUNTY — It will be easier for New Jersey pharmacies to offer naloxone, the life-saving overdose antidote, to people without prescriptions.

Pharmacies can now apply for a standing order to dispense naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, under the Pharmacy Practice Act, which allows pharmacies without medical directors to get a standing order from the New Jersey Department of Health for the antidote medications.

“Narcan is critical to our efforts to save lives and now we are making it easier for more pharmacists to help,” said Governor Chris Christie in a statement.

Governor Christie made the announcement following President Donald Trump’s declaration of the opioid epidemic as a national public health emergency last week.

One of the primary challenges that the United States faces, Christie said, is combatting the stigma associated with substance abuse. Four out of five heroin addicts start on prescription medications, many of them legally prescribed those drugs.

Americans consume 85 percent of the drugs in the world, while making up only 4 percent of the world’s population, Christie noted.

The original New Jersey law did not allow the health department to issue standing orders of this kind and only pharmacists with medical directors were able to prescribe Narcan.

The move comes amid an intense push to control the opioid addiction and overdose epidemic, which claimed 60,000 American lives last year – more than the death toll of the entire Vietnam war.

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According to state data, Police, EMTs and paramedics have administered Narcan more than 32,000 times since April 2014, including 9,500 overdose reversals this year.

The state Department of Health is now accepting standing order requests from licensed pharmacists in good standing with the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy.

With a standing order, pharmacists can give the antidote to someone at risk of an overdose, to someone who may need it for a loved one or a person who may use it in emergency overdose situations, regardless if they have a prescription or not.

Pharmacists will be required to also give out information about recognizing an overdose, prevention, dosage, resuscitation and aftercare.

Narcan and other forms of naloxone are typically given to someone overdosing from opioids or heroin with a spray in the nose. Some people may need more than one dosage as they could be overdosing from fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin.

Pharmacy standing order requests to the health department should be emailed to standing.orderrequests@doh.nj.gov.

A spokesperson from CVS stated “Available without a written prescription in 41 states, naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a safe and effective antidote to opioid overdoses. CVS Pharmacy locations in most communities have naloxone on hand and can dispense it the same day or ordered for the next business day.”

Available as an injection or nasal spray, naloxone works by blocking or reversing the effects of opioids.

Walgreens, the nationwide chain of more than 8,000 pharmacies also announced that customers in 45 states will be able to buy Narcan, a brand of the drug naloxone, without a prescription.

Survivor Ed Mosberg of the film “Destination Unknown” Donates Torah to Spielberg

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Survivor Ed Mosberg of the film “Destination Unknown” Donates Torah to Spielberg

PARSIPPANY — Holocaust survivor Edward Mosberg believes it is his duty to share what happened to him, his family, and millions of other Jews during World War II. He regularly shares his story with students all over the world.

Mosberg visited the office of USC Shoah Foundation  not only to learn about the Institute’s work, but also to share his story. Wearing the blue-striped concentration camp uniform of his youth, Mosberg spoke to a group of history students and attended a private screening of the film DESTINATION UNKNOWN  produced in association with the Institute. The documentary tells his and the stories of other Holocaust survivors and how each one found different ways to overcome the deep scars that they carry.

An avid philanthropist, the 92-year-old Mosberg was joined by Stephen Smith as he stopped by the office of USC Shoah Foundation founder Steven Spielberg on Friday to donate to Spielberg’s temple a two-hundred-year old Torah that was rescued by righteous gentiles in Poland.

Ed Mosberg, of Parsippany, was born in Krakow, Poland and survived the Krakow ghetto, Plaszow and Mathausen concentration camps, and slave labor at the Hermann-Goering factory. His entire family was murdered in the Holocaust.  Today, he is a successful real estate developer and philanthropist in New Jersey, married to fellow survivor, Cecile, with whom he has three daughters and several grandchildren. Though he has long been a passionate public speaker, sharing his story with students and others around the world, Mosberg has reached an even bigger audience through his role in the film DESTINATION UNKNOWN. 

Applebees celebrates Halloween with a Fang-Tastic Kids eat free

Frank L. Cahill
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Applebees celebrates Halloween with a Fang-Tastic Kids eat free

PARSIPPANY — Eat, drink, and be scary! On Tuesday, October 31, all families with little trick-or-treaters are invited to enjoy a faboolous kids eat free special at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar® locations in New Jersey, including 1057 Route 46.

Specifically, families that dine in with kids in costume at Applebee’s on Halloween will receive up to two free Kids’ Meals with an adult entrée purchase. Children ages 12 and under can choose any entrée on the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu, accompanied by their choice of a side dish, and juice, milk or chocolate milk. With 26 menu items and more than 650 combinations of entrées, sides and beverages, the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu offers more Kids LiveWell – approved meals than any other national casual dining restaurant.

Having a spooktacular party at home? Applebee’s to-go party platters feature the perfect finger foods guaranteed to satisfy the hungriest of goblins attending your wicked soiree. For more information please contact a local Applebee’s manager or visit applebees.com. 

The Kids Eat Free special is available at locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in New Jersey, Long Island, Florida and Georgia. In New Jersey, Applebee’s is located in Brick, Bridgewater, Butler, Clark, Clifton, East Hanover, Edison, Flemington, Garfield, Hackensack, Hackettstown, Hillsborough, Howell, Jersey City, Jersey Gardens, Kearny, Lacey, Linden, Manahawkin, Manalapan, Manchester, Middletown, Milltown, Mt. Olive, Newark, Newton, North Bergen, Northvale, Ocean, Paramus, Parsippany, Phillipsburg, Piscataway, Rockaway, Tinton Falls, Toms River, Totowa, Union, Wall and Woodbridge.

Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as the 68th largest privately-held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business and the 11th largest franchisee in the United States as ranked in the Restaurant Finance Monitor, operating seven restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Quaker Steak & Lube, Noodles & Company, and two of its own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas. In 2015, Nation’s Restaurant News ranked Doherty Enterprises as the 78th largest U.S. Foodservice revenue company, up from 85 in 2014. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates over 150 restaurants in northern, southern and central New Jersey, on Long Island, as well as locations throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island and sections of Florida and Georgia. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Communities We Serve” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.” (www.DohertyInc.com). 

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar Raises $36,393 to Help Fight Childhood Cancer

Frank L. Cahill
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Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar Raises $36,393 to Help Fight Childhood Cancer

PARSIPPANY — Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar presents a check for $36,393 to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation on October 13 to support the non-profit organization’s mission to eradicate childhood cancer. Throughout July, Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in New Jersey, Long Island, Florida and Georgia donated 100 percent of proceeds from sales of its paper lemons and 25 cents from sales of its Summer Squeeze cocktails, raising a total of $36,393, of which $10,575 was raised in New Jersey. The month-long campaign marks the twelfth straight year that Applebee’s franchisees have supported Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, with nearly $7 million in fundraising proceeds generated to benefit the organization since 2005.

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar is located at 1057 Route 46.

Festival of lights, Diwali Celebrated at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir across North America

Frank L. Cahill
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Festival of lights, Diwali Celebrated at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir across North America

PARSIPPANY — A young baby marvels at the spectacular wonderment of twinkling lights and extravagant decorations arranged in the Mandir’s main chamber and throughout the greater Mandir campus. New parents tied to the Hindu diaspora, seeking to preserve and pass on heritage and religious teachings to their children in the United States, find a place of learning and cultural preservation at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir’s Annual Diwali Celebrations.

Diwali, a five-day celebration of various rituals and practices, welcomes the New Year for Hindus and celebrates the triumph of good over evil in scriptural events. For many visitors, the most popular attraction and a highlight of the festivities is the Annakut festival on the fifth day. As practiced by BAPS Swaminarayan Mandirs, the Annakut is a unique and awe-inspiring sight of devotion where hundreds of different traditional Indian foods and even some fusions with western cuisine are prepared by devotees in the community and arranged in front of the Mandir’s sacred images. In the evening, the offered dishes are served at dinner to everyone.

In addition to the Annakut, the BAPS’ Diwali celebrations featured spiritual and cultural themed events, which engaged both children and adults, in order to bring positive energy into the New Year. Furthermore, visitors and members learned about scriptural events related to Diwali, and observed traditions such as rangolis and other traditional forms of decorations. Finally, all children were invited to participate in a children’s fair and Kids Diwali Celebration which included food, games and fun activities. Attractions included a fireworks display.

Kaushal Shah said, “Diwali is my favorite festival because of the excitement that fills the air when the festival nears. After coming to the Diwali Celebrations at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Chicago, I felt like I was in India. I experienced Indian culture while getting a taste of fine Indian cuisine. I truly felt at home.”

“Preparations for the festivities begin months in advance. Devotees, young and old, sacrifice their time to help in creating decorations, food preparation, children’s Diwali celebration arrangements, as well as decorating the stage for the most significant ritual of Diwali, the Annakut,” said, Chandresh Patel, a BAPS volunteer.

Diwali was also celebrated at the Diwali Celebration at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, Harrisburg, PA, USA. The event was organized and hosted by the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha in conjunction with State Senator Chuck McIlhinney (Pennsylvania 10th District).
The BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha’s commitment to preserving the Hindu cultural and religious practices is inspired by His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj and His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj. Their life teachings compliment the richness of the Diwali celebrations and embody Hindu history, practices, and principles. Through involving youth in the preparation and execution of the celebrations, BAPS Swaminarayan Mandirs also provide a forum for young people to learn and lead the community in cultural preservation and practice.

The BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) is a worldwide spiritual and humanitarian organization that is dedicated to community service, peace, and harmony. Motivated by Hindu principles, BAPS strives to care for the world by caring for societies, families, and individuals. Through various spiritual and humanitarian activities, BAPS endeavors to develop better citizens of tomorrow with high esteem for their roots and culture. Its 3,300 international centers support these character-building activities. Under the guidance and leadership of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj, BAPS aspires to build a community that is free of addictions as well as morally, ethically and spiritually pure. For more details click here.

His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj is the sixth and current spiritual successor of Bhagwan Swaminarayan. He was ordained a swami by Yogiji Maharaj in 1961 and named Sadhu Keshavjivandas. As he was appointed the head (Mahant) of the Mandir in Mumbai, he became known as Mahant Swami. His devout, humble and service-focused life earned him the innermost blessings of Yogiji Maharaj and Pramukh Swami Maharaj. Mahant Swami Maharaj travels throughout the world inspiring people through his insightful spiritual discourses and disciplined conduct. His virtuous lifestyle and profound devotion to Bhagwan Swaminarayan and gurus are ideals toward which devotees strive. Mahant Swami Maharaj became the guru and President of BAPS upon Pramukh Swami Maharaj’s passing in 2016.

Pramukh Swami Maharaj was the fifth spiritual successor of Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Under his leadership, BAPS grew into an international spiritual and humanitarian organization with over 3,300 centers worldwide. He dedicated his life to the well-being of others, traveling throughout the world to foster love, peace, harmony, righteousness, faith in God, and service to humanity. With genuine care and compassion, he reached out to all members of society irrespective of class, color, or age. Recognized and respected as one of India’s greatest spiritual teachers, he lived by and promoted the principle: “In the joy of others, lies our own.”

Halloween Networking at Care One

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Halloween Networking at Care One

PARSIPPANY — Members of the Health Care community gathered at Care One, Madzabrook Road for a early morning Halloween Networking.

CareOne at Morris Assisted Living shares its campus with CareOne at Morris nursing and rehabilitation center, which offers sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term care and a variety of specialized clinical programs.

CareOne facilities are available to all non-profit groups to hold meeting, networking or other events. For more information contact Kimberly Polacheck at (973) 524-2105.

Rauchberg Dental Group Holds Halloween Candy Drop-Off for Operation Gratitude

Frank L. Cahill
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Rauchberg Dental Group Holds Halloween Candy Drop-Off for Operation Gratitude

PARSIPPANY — For most, Halloween is a time of good fun, memorable costumes, and, of course, lots of candy. With the passing of the holiday and the beginnings of November, many households have surplus candy that goes uneaten.

The Rauchberg Dental Group is proud to announce themselves as a drop-off location for Operation Gratitude, a non-profit organization dedicated to the delivery of care packages to veterans, deployed service members, first responders, and their families. Operation Gratitude sends out over 200,000 care packages per year and has, since 2003, delivered nearly 1,800,000 of these notes of appreciation.

The Rauchberg Dental Group’s office in Parsippany will serve as a donation hub for candy destined for Operation Gratitude’s very special “thank-you” packages. Dr. Rauchberg has set a goal of collecting 200lbs of candy.

Rauchberg Dental Group is located at 199 Baldwin Road.

Halloween Safety Tips at Parsippany Child Day Care Center

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Halloween Safety Tips at Parsippany Child Day Care Center

PARSIPPANY — Members of the Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills, along with Parsippany Patrolman Andy Sadowski, recently visited the Parsippany Child Day Care Center to promote Halloween and overall safety. While at the Center, club members treated the children to afternoon snacks and stickers along with McGruff Coloring Safety Flyers. Patrolman Sadowski spoke to the children about Halloween and other safety topics.  He supplied the students with police badges and packets of information for their parents.

At the culmination of the visit the Woman’s Club presented Peggy Raucher, Parsippany Child Day Care Center Director, with a donation from the club’s Education/Scholarship Committee. Parsippany Child  Day Care Center is a township owned, non-profit organization, established in 1968.

The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs, which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service.

For more information call Cathy at (973) 984-0758, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com, visit their website by clicking here or follow them on FaceBook.

Trunk of Treat at Living Waters Church

Frank L. Cahill
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Trunk of Treat at Living Waters Church

PARSIPPANY — Area children got a head start on Halloween with a free trunk-or-treat hosted by the Living Waters Church.

The festivities took place on Saturday, October 28 and was free to the public. Children enjoyed candy, hot chocolate, games and pumpkin painting.

Living Waters Church is located at 649 Vail Road. Questions? Email lwchurch649@gmail.com.

Trunk or Treat is a fun alternative to trick-or-treating. Instead of going house-to-house, children dress up and go car to car, where families have decked out their trunks in some theme and are passing out candy.

IHOP sponsors fundraiser for the Foli family

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IHOP sponsors fundraiser for the Foli family

PARSIPPANY  — Members of the community visited IHOP, 792 Route 46 on Sunday evening to have dinner during a fundraiser for Glen Foli. IHOP will donate 15% of the proceeds to the family of Glen Foli.

A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the Foli Family, whose home was damaged in a fire on Saturday morning, October 14. Glen Foli, a member of Parsippany Rescue and Recovery, his wife Lauren Kratt Foli, a lifelong resident of Parsippany and their children Joey and Kaylee lost everything in the fire.

Click here to donate to the Foli Family.

Members of the community attending the fundraiser for the family of Glen Foli

Halloween at the Hills is sponsored by the Student Council

Frank L. Cahill
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Halloween at the Hills is sponsored by the Student Council

PARSIPPANY — Halloween at the Hills was supported by many school clubs. Student Council was located in the cafeteria selling Pizza and Water. The Interact Club was collecting canned food. DECA, Drama Club, Rotary Interact Club, Kiwanis Key Club, Asian American Club, ICC, Peer Buddies, ERASE, French Club, NAHS, Junior Steering, African-American Club, Spanish Honor Society and Club and Green Team were among the many organizations with rooms set up with games, fun and candy for all the trick-or-treaters.

Liquid Church To Open Its Brand New Parsippany Broadcast Campus

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Liquid Church To Open Its Brand New Parsippany Broadcast Campus

PARSIPPANY — Liquid Church, one of New Jersey’s fastest-growing Christian churches, will launch its largest location, the church’s brand-new 125,000 square foot Broadcast Campus at 299 Webro Road on Sunday, November 5 with services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. The launch kicks off a series of special events to celebrate the church’s Grand Opening, including a special appearance by New York Met, Tim Tebow, on Sunday, November 12. Tebow will take the stage as a guest speaker and the entire Morris County community is invited to attend.

“We’re so excited to celebrate the Grand Opening season of our brand-new Broadcast Campus in Parsippany by hosting none other than Heisman trophy winner, first-round NFL draft pick, and New York Met, Tim Tebow!” said Tim Lucas, lead pastor and founder of Liquid Church. “Not only is Tebow an exceptional athlete, but he also has a huge heart and an important message to share that reflects on his career and how to endure tough times.”

Liquid Church was named one of America’s “Top 100 Fastest-Growing Churches” by Outreach Magazine in 2016. It’s new location in Parsippany will include dynamic Liquid Family environments and programming for children of all ages, stages, and abilities, including a sensory gym designed especially for children with special needs. Guests will also enjoy FREE coffee at the new Clean Water Cafe, as well as spacious seating in the church’s new state-of-the-art auditorium, which is equipped to stream Sunday services live to all six Liquid Church locations across New Jersey. Prior to opening in Parsippany, Liquid Church held services in Morris County at the Hyatt Regency in Morristown.

“This is a historic moment for our church that will bring us one step closer to accomplishing our vision to Saturate the State with the Gospel of Jesus Christ!” said Lucas.

Following the launch of Parsippany services on November 5 and Tebow’s appearance on November 12, Liquid will celebrate its official Grand Opening on November 26 with a special service and surprises in store for the whole family.

“At Liquid, we have a relaxed, ‘come as you are’ atmosphere, so whether you’ve never been to church before or you’re a Sunday regular, all are welcome!” added Lucas. “We’re a passionate group of people using our gifts to serve others. Whether feeding the homeless, helping a child with special needs, or bringing clean water to the world’s poorest regions, we love to put our faith into action!”

Liquid Church is one church with six locations, called campuses, across New Jersey. The new Morris County Campus at 299 Webro Road will host two services every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. For more information on Liquid Church’s Grand Opening celebration in Parsippany, click here.

ABOUT LIQUID CHURCH:
Liquid Church is one of New Jersey’s fastest-growing Christian churches. Officially launched in 2007 by Lead Pastor Tim Lucas, the church’s vision and mission is to “Saturate the State with the Gospel of Jesus Christ,” with six campuses in Essex, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset, and Union Counties. Each week, more than 3,500 people experience Liquid Church’s worship services in New Jersey and around the globe through Church Online. As part of its global outreach, Liquid provides clean drinking water to the poorest of the poor, with dozens of completed wells in several countries including El Salvador and Nicaragua – and most recently, Rwanda! Liquid Church’s innovative approaches to outreach and ministry have been spotlighted by CNN and The New York Times. For more information click here.

County Clerk’s Passport Office in Morristown Open this Saturday

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County Clerk’s Passport Office in Morristown Open this Saturday
Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi

MORRIS COUNTY —  The Morris County Clerk’s Passport Division in Morristown will be open this Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon for a special one-time, morning passport session for county residents.

“Since the office will be open for election duties this Saturday, we thought it would make sense to also open the passport desk to help out Morris County residents whose busy schedules make it difficult to find the time to obtain passports,’’ said Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi.

The County Clerk’s Passport Office is located on the first floor of the County Administration and Records Building, 10 Court Street, Morristown. Limited street parking is available outside the building and on nearby streets, and also at the Schuyler Place parking lot.

Grossi urges anyone interested in using the service to review carefully what they must bring to the passport center, and to call her office if they have any questions.

“We certainly want this process to go smoothly for applicants, so it is important they understand what is required to obtain or renew a passport,’’ said Grossi, who also advised applicants to allow several weeks for receipt of their passports.

If you must expedite the passport process, an expedited process fee is $60 per application and $20.66 for overnight express mail.

Here is what you need:

  • Citizenship evidence: A certified birth certificate (not a photocopy) listing both parents’ names, or a current passport, or a naturalization certificate, or a consular report of birth abroad.
  • Photograph: One color 2 x 2 photo with white or light background (photos can be obtained on site for a $10 fee)
  • Proof of Identification: A driver’s license, previously issued passport, government or military ID, or a naturalization certificate.

Payment can be made only by personal check, money order or bank check. Not by credit or debit cards. Cash will NOT be accepted.

There will be two separate payments for each application. Please bring adequate blank checks.

Minors must appear with both parents, properly identified. The child’s birth certificate issued by the Bureau of Vital Statistics or the Department of Health and stating both of the parent’s names also must be submitted.

The County Clerk’s Passport Office normally is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday, with Tuesday evening hours until 8:00 p.m. (but walk-ins must arrive by 7:00 p.m.).

More passport information, including costs, may be obtained by calling the Morris County Passport Office at (973) 285-6161 or by clicking here.

FEMA holds Important Flood Risk Open Houses for Residents

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FEMA holds Important Flood Risk Open Houses for Residents

PARSIPPANY — The Federal Emergency Management Agency in coordination with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection will hold two Open Houses on Wednesday, November 8 in Parsippany and Wednesday, November 9 in Lincoln Park to inform county residents about their specific flood risks shown on FEMA’s newly released preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).

The Open Houses will provide residents with the opportunity to meet with experts one-on-one to learn more about their flood risk, get information on potential changes to flood insurance rates or requirements, and learn tips on how to mitigate and prepare for future floods.

Because of these map changes, some properties in Morris County may be included in a high-risk flood zone, known as the Special Flood Hazard Area, for the first time. This may result in those affected homeowners being required to purchase flood insurance.

It is vital that property owners understand their current flood risk, and take advantage of the tools and/or programs available to make their property and community safer and stronger against future flood risk.

The Open Houses will occur:

  • Wednesday, November 8, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy Gymnasium, 500 W. Hanover Avenue, Parsippany.
  • Thursday, November 9, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Lincoln Park PAL/Community Center (next to Lincoln Park Library), 10 Boonton Turnpike, Lincoln Park.

There will be no formal presentations. Residents who plan to attend may come any time during the scheduled hours. Municipal officials also are encouraged to attend to provide a local perspective on the information presented to their residents.

To get the most out of the Open Houses, residents and property owners should bring a copy of their elevation certificates and flood insurance policies, if available.

On Feb. 26, 2016, FEMA released preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) to communities in Morris County for public comment. Since that time, the maps have gone through a period of review. The Open Houses are the first step in the map adoption process which should last 12-18 months.

The maps provide updated information each community’s flood risk, inform residents about potential insurance rates and purchase requirements, and help property owners make decisions about how to protect themselves and their properties against future flood events.

The FIRM and the associated Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report are the basis for each community’s floodplain management measures.

To view the Morris County Preliminary FIRM click here.

Additional information on mapping is available on FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center by clicking here and flood insurance information can be found by clicking here.

The Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation also has information on the FEMA FIRM and other flood related topics by clicking here.

 

Tommy Catapano earns Eagle Scout

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Tommy Catapano earns Eagle Scout

PARSIPPANY — At the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Thomas Joseph Catapano on Sunday, October 29, Tommy was presented with the highest advancement of Boy Scouts, the “Eagle Scout.”

The Eagle Scout Award is Scouting’s highest rank and among its most familiar icons. Men who have earned it count it among their most treasured possessions. Those who missed it by a whisker remember exactly which requirement they didn’t complete. Americans from all walks of life know that being an Eagle Scout is a great honor. The award is more than a badge. It’s a state of being. The Eagle Scout may have received the badge as a boy, but you earn it every day as a man. In the words of the Eagle Scout Promise, they do your best each day to make their training and example, their rank and their influence count strongly for better Scouting and for better citizenship in the troop, in their community, and in their contacts with other people. And to this they pledge their sacred honor.

The pathway to Eagle can be described as a steep trail leading up to three peaks, the highest being that of Eagle Scout. Officially, the trail starts with the Tenderfoot rank and continues through Second and First Class ranks. Then, the mountain climbing begins. The path is marked with merit badges, leadership responsibilities, service projects, and the practice of Scouting skills and ideals. The first peak reached is that of Star Scout, the second is Life Scout, and, finally, Eagle Scout.

Tommy began his Scouting experience in Cub Scout Pack 142 where he earned the Arrow of Light award.

He joined Troop 173 in fifth grade and quickly advanced through the first few ranks with the help of Chris Worthington and his Patrol Leader, Danny Metcalf. Tommy has given back to Pack 142 as a Den Chief and earned the Den Chief award for his service and soon after became a Patrol leader and then Asst. Senior Patrol leader.

Tommy has been very active with Troop 173 attending Big Trips to Boston, Baltimore & Washington DC, attended NYLT, was summer camp Senior Patrol Leader and has attained Brotherhood in the Order of the Arrow.

This past summer Tommy attended the 2017 National Jamboree where he was the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader for his Troop and where he earned his Italian Interpreter strip. Tommy has received the Outdoor award for camping and has over 120 nights camping.

In addition, he has earned 24 merit badges and has twice earned the gold community service award for more than 20 hours of community service during a Scouting year. Tommy is currently the Senior Patrol Leader for Troop 173.

For his Eagle Project, Tommy worked with his Eagle Coach and mentor, Juan Correa, and worked with Par-Troy West Little League in Parsippany where he constructed platforms out of railroad ties for much needed extra seating.

He also cleared trails leading to the Little League Complex and installed picnic benches near the baseball fields.

Tommy is currently a Junior at Delbarton School where he’s played baseball, ran cross country and is active with the forensics team. He is a tour guide for his school and participates in the business club, ski club, anglers club, Bridges, and Interfaith Food Pantry. Tommy is also a Junior Dean for his school’s Deanery, and is an active tutor in the Delbarton writing and math centers. Outside of school and Scouting Tommy is a member of St. Christopher’s Church and is actively involved in Games with Friends where he is a peer leader for special needs children from kindergarten to eighth grade. He also participates in the mentor program for the Parsippany PAL.

Tommy enjoys camping, hiking, fishing, skiing and spending time with his family at the beach.

He has gained an appreciation and love for the outdoors through Scouting. Tommy would like to pursue a career in biology or chemistry, his two favorite subjects in school.

Since its introduction in 1911, the Eagle Scout rank has been earned by more than two million young men. Only 5% of the Boy Scouts actually earn this rank.

Boy Scouts of America Troop 173 Eagle Scout Honor Roll includes Norman Schofield, Jr., Michael Gottschalk, James Searing, Geoffrey Brown, John Chervenak, Guy Corbett, Tim Corbett, Robert Burney, Juan Correa, Richard Lauber, Tim Roche, Christopher Callahan, Thomas Cook, Stephen Corcoran, Stephan Pirylis, Brian Stewart, Patrick Roche, Edward Chiorazzi, Brian Pomarlen, Simon Healey, Keith Henderlong, David Chezem, Alex Lin, Robert Strechay, Jr., John Oleske, Daniel Strechay, Joseph Strechay, Kevin Smithers, Joseph Stevens, James Ward, Jason Viglione, Michael DeGuarde, Michael Smith, Tim Foster, Christopher Malcolm, Mark Viglione, Gary Hwang, William Barcliffe, IV, Jonathan Cook, Daniel Aguanno, Anthony Valvano, Eric Kratz, David Kratz, Thomas Corigliano, David Kinskey-Lebeda, Ryan Diggle, Mike Fulton, Dan Fulton, Brian Galley, Shane Moravsik, Paul Rossnagel, Jesse Garbarino, Shay Grabinsky, Joseph Stretavski, Brendan Barwick, Eric Galley, Bobby Ebel, Sean Michie, Michael Ludwig, Matthew Luther, Chris Gardner, Chris Worthington, Cameron Boone, Daniel Metcalf, Rishi Konkesa, Noah Munn, Erik Darling and Thomas Joseph Catapano.

Vikings attacked the Maroon Raiders

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Vikings attacked the Maroon Raiders

PARSIPPANY — The win got Parsippany Hills up to 7-1. Nutley dropped down to.500 with a 4-4 record.

In the first quarter 14 points were scored.  Nick Verducci and Wilson Done both had 45 yard runs. In the second quarter, Parsippany Hills EJ Comerford scored another touchdown.  In the third quarter Nick Verducci had a ten yard run and a two yard run and in the fourth Wilson Done scored on a 74 yard run.

Team 1 2 3 4 Final
Nutley
 7 7 0 0 14
Parsippany Hills
 14 7 14 7 42

Both teams are aiming to improve upon those records in their upcoming games. Parsippany Hills will face off against Ferris Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Morris County Office of Emergency Management issues storm warning

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Morris County Office of Emergency Management issues storm warning

MORRIS COUNTY — A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for Northern New Jersey.

The area currently has a flash flood watch in effect until 4:00 a.m. Monday morning.

A wind advisory is in effect from 6:00 a.m. Monday morning until 12:00 p.m. The weather team informs us that we can anticipate heavier rain showers to move in with periods of moderate-heavy rainfall expected through the day into tonight.

Rains finally start tapering off by early tomorrow morning, between 4:00 to 6:00 a.m. The heaviest showers are expected to occur Sunday afternoon and evening between 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. They have not ruled out an isolated thunderstorm this afternoon, but chances are only about 30%. Total rainfall into tomorrow morning will likely be between 1 1/2 to 3 inches, with locally higher amounts to 4 to 5 inches is not out of the question.

These rainfall amounts will likely cause widespread general flooding, with isolated flash flooding. The other threat will be winds; winds will gradually increase late tonight and continue into Monday with sustained winds potentially reaching 20-30 mph, common gusts could reach 35-45 mph, with isolated peak gusts to 45-55 mph possible. 

The Morris County Office of Emergency Management has been in contact with  Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) and they are also closely monitoring the weather.

Customers are reminded to call 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877) or to click the “Report Outage” by clicking here to report power outages. JCP&L reminds customers to stay away from downed wires, even if they believe they are no longer carrying electricity.

 

Parsippany Police held National Prescription Drug Take Back

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Parsippany Police held National Prescription Drug Take Back

PARSIPPANY — Members of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department and Morris County Sheriff’s Department were taking back unwanted prescription drugs Saturday, October 28  in the Morris Hills Shopping Center. They were located in front of the Harmon Face Values store located at 3189 Route 46.

This drop off was for individual citizens only. Businesses that deal with pharmaceuticals, doctors, health care providers, and pharmacies are prohibited from disposing of pharmaceuticals at the collection site under FDA/DEA guidelines.

The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse and medications.

“Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands.  That’s dangerous and often tragic,” said Acting DEA Administrator Chuck Rosenberg.  “That’s why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in – safely and anonymously – a record amount of prescription drugs.”

 

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