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CCM to Hold an Open House for Everyone – A College and Career Showcase

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Discover all that County College of Morris (CCM) has to offer at the college’s “An Open House for Everyone” on Saturday, April 13.

Whether you’re a high school student looking to earn a college degree or seeking to gain the qualifications you need for quick entry into a field such as engineering or IT, or an adult desiring to improve your career opportunities, CCM has a pathway to meet your goals.

This year, the college is revamping its traditional open house by featuring two showcases: The College Showcase, tailored to prospective students and their parents, and the Career Showcase, where adults can learn about the training and resources to get a job, get a better job or become more effective at the job they are in.

The Open House takes place 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., starting in the Health and Physical Education building, 214, Center Grove Road, Randolph.

There will be three introductory sessions on the college offered at 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 Noon. Tours and workshops will take place throughout the day. Park in Lots 7, 8 or 9.

t the College Showcase, students and their families can meet with faculty and professional staff to learn about academic programs, student services, financial aid and scholarship opportunities, and gain insight into the admissions and application process. Any student who attends and applies to CCM at the Open House will have the $30.00 application fee waived.During the Career Showcase, adults looking to improve their career opportunities can learn about employment needs in the Morris County area and beyond. Workshops also will be offered on creating a resume suited for today’s job market, searching for jobs in the digital age, creating an outstanding LinkedIn profile.

Also offered will be the do’s and don’ts of job interviews.Campus tours will be given every 15 minutes, so visitors can explore the college’s state-of-the-art equipment, facilities and labs, meet with current students and enjoy CCM’s beautiful surroundings.Reserve a spot for the “An Open House for Everyone” event by clicking here to register.

For more information on the Open House,  contact the CCM Office of Admissions at [email protected] or (973) 328-5100.

Rainbow Lakes Fire District serves up delicious Fish and Chips

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Frank L. Cahill
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Lacey Anderson enjoying her chicken fingers

PARSIPPANY — Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company District 2 served its annual fish and chicken fundraiser dinner on Friday, March 15. Food was prepared by the famous Argyle Restaurant from Kearny and was cooked fresh on location.

The Rescue and Recovery Boys: Josh Levine, Andrew Ludwig, Dave Favata and Deputy Chief Paul Anderson
The two Paul Carifi’s enjoying the fish and chips: Paul, Jr., and Paul, Sr.
Joey Reeber Annual Picture
Alyssa Reeber serving the fish and chips
Paul and Elise Caitlin Anderson
Stacey Reeber and Jennifer Vealey
Stacey Reeber and Liz Nardi
Josh Levine

United Way Announces New Board Members

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Frank L. Cahill
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Ednan “Eddie” Rizvi from Rutgers University, Kimberly Sacramone of HLW and Meghan Hunscher of the Morris County Chamber of Commerce

MORRIS COUNTY — United Way of Northern New Jersey is pleased to announce three new members to its Board of Trustees: Meghan Hunscher of the Morris County Chamber of Commerce, Ednan “Eddie” Rizvi from Rutgers University and Kimberly Sacramone of HLW.

United Way serves the five-county region of Morris, Somerset, Suburban Essex, Sussex and Warren counties. The new board members further broaden and strengthen the range of expertise reflected on the 18-member board, said United Way of Northern New Jersey CEO John Franklin.

Meghan Hunscher

As President and CEO of the Morris County Chamber of Commerce, Hunscher manages and leads the business association, which has more than 800-member companies. Prior to this new role, Hunscher served as executive director for the Morris County Economic Development Corporation.

There, she increased membership and funding for the organization while collaborating with other entities on economic development initiatives.

A licensed professional planner, Hunscher serves as president of the New Jersey Association of Planning and Zoning Administrators.

Ednan “Eddie” Rizvi

Since 2015, Rizvi has served as an emergency services employee at Rutgers University. In his new role as emergency services lieutenant, Rizvi administers first aid and life support care, coordinates and supervises emergency services staff and liaisons with outside agencies for campus-wide safety and security. He is also a volunteer firefighter with the Far Hills-Bedminster Fire Department.

As a volunteer for various international non-governmental organizations, Rizvi has provided medical services in Haiti and the Philippines and worked extensively with refugees on the Greek Island of Lesvos.

Sacramone is the principal and managing director of HLW’s New Jersey office. In her 25-year career with the international architecture and interior design firm, Sacramone has played a key role in shaping the culture and business direction of the firm’s New York City headquarters. She also spearheaded the opening of HLW’s Madison office.

Kimberly Sacramone of HLW

Along with her new role as board member, Sacramone has also been involved with United Way as a member of the United Way Commercial Real Estate Network Steering Committee where she helps plan an annual luncheon that recognizes the commercial real estate industry.

Throughout its five-county footprint, United Way is working to improve the lives of families and individuals who are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) or in poverty. United Way research shows that 38.5 percent of New Jersey households are in poverty or are ALICE — living paycheck to paycheck, unable to afford necessities.

“We are extremely proud that United Way continues to attract the highest caliber board members who are passionate about serving in their communities and helping all our residents achieve their greatest potential,” Franklin added.

For more information about United Way of Northern New Jersey click here.

United Way of Northern New Jersey is a nonprofit organization fighting to improve life for families and individuals in our five-county footprint who are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) or in poverty. We believe when those who are struggling to afford the basics can succeed, all communities win. By focusing on Education, Financial Stability, and Health, we are helping ALICE now and in the long term. We do this through our initiatives that fill gaps in services, community partnerships, public policy work, and volunteer efforts. United Way of Northern New Jersey serves Morris, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren counties as well as portions of suburban Essex County including the Caldwells, Cedar Grove, Essex Fells, Fairfield, Glen Ridge, Livingston, Millburn-Short Hills, Montclair, Roseland, and Verona. To learn more, call (973) 993-1160 or click here.

Brianne Partington Will Participate in Annual Concert Choir Tour

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Frank L. Cahill
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Rachael Bozza and Brianne Partington (File photo)

PARSIPPANY — Brianne Partington of Mount Tabor will tour Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Washington D.C. with Lebanon Valley College’s Concert Choir. Partington, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is pursuing a bachelor of arts in music business at The Valley.

The 83rd Annual LVC Concert Choir will bring their program, “Be Well: Body, Mind, and Spirit,” to the Washington, D.C. area March 22-24. The songs to be performed include Palestrina’s “Sicut Cervus” and Lotti’s “Crucifixus” to more contemporary pieces “The State of Emptiness” by Catherine Dalton and Jake Runestad’s “Please Stay.”

The program also includes a wide variety of literature including a traditional Pennsylvaina Dutch piece, “Reide, Reide, Geili,” and an arrangement of the spiritual “Ain’t No Grave Can Hold My Body Down.”

The traditional LVC Concert Choir pieces “Vela Vela” and Lutkin’s “The Lord Bless You and Keep You” will round out the concert. It is our hope that this combination of pieces will encourage audiences to reflect on their own wellness, or at least, accept the concert as some respite from the busyness of our daily lives.

The Lebanon Valley College Concert Choir is one of two auditioned mixed choral ensembles at LVC. Concert Choir has toured each year, primarily in the Northeast, since 1936. In addition, the choir has been heard on more than 30 national radio broadcasts including National Radio Pulpit and Great Choirs in America. The choir has performed with the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra and holds standing invitations to appear at the National Cathedral, Washington, D.C., and the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, New York City.

Other non-tour appearances have included the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree, the Festival of Lights at the Washington, D.C. Temple Visitor’s Center, performing with the General Conference of the United Methodist Church, and appearances before the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association and the Music Educators National Conference Eastern Division Convention in Washington, D.C.

The choir has toured internationally to Eastern Europe (1973), Great Britain (1999), Italy (2001), Central Europe: the Czech Republic, Austria, and Hungary (2007), and Norway and Denmark (2011.)

83rd Annual LVC Concert Choir Spring Tour Itinerary
Friday, March 22
CONCERT – 7:30 p.m. at Bel Air United Methodist Church
21 Linwood Drive – Bel Air, MD 21014

Saturday, March 23
CONCERT – 9:30 a.m. at Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
400 Michigan Avenue – Washington, D.C. 20017

Sunday, March 24
CONCERT – 11:00 a.m. at Bethesda United Methodist Church
8300 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814

CONCERT – 4:00 p.m. at Miller Chapel Lebanon Valley College
101 North College Avenue – Annville, PA 17003

Concerts are free admission and open to the public. A free-will offering will be collected at each concert to benefit local charities.

Lebanon Valley College offers bachelor’s degrees in the arts and humanities, business and communications, education, health professions, social sciences and psychology, and science, technology, engineering, and math. Advanced health professions degrees include a master of athletic training, a master of speech-language pathology, and a doctor of physical therapy. Online and graduate programs include an MBA with four concentrations and a general option offered on-campus or partially or fully online, a Master of Science in STEM Education, an Integrative STEM Education Certificate, a Master in Music Education, and a Modern Band Certificate. In 2018, the College was listed as #1 in the country for graduate job placement by the career guidance site Zippia.com, using federal data. The 357-acre campus is in Annville, Pa.

Kaitlyn Holler earned Dean’s List at Ramapo College

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Frank L. Cahill
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Kaitlyn Holler

PARSIPPANY — Kaitlyn Holler, a 2018 graduate of Parsippany High School, has been named to the Ramapo College Dean’s List for the Fall 2018 Term. Kaitlyn is Freshman majoring in Elementary Education, a member of the Choir, and a member of the Competing Cheer Squad.  She was also accepted into the Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society for achieving academic excellence in her first semester of college.

Full-time students who achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or higher at the end of the term are placed on the Dean’s List at Ramapo College of New Jersey.

Established in 1969, Ramapo College is consistently acknowledged through numerous rankings, awards and accolades. Ramapo has been named among the top three (after Princeton and Stevens Institute of Technology) and Number One among the public institutions in New Jersey in College Choice’s ranking for 2018. This is the 12th consecutive year Ramapo College is listed in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine as among the “100 Best Values in Public Colleges.” The College also is ranked annually by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Public Universities North category, is a Top College for the value by Money magazine, and is listed by the Princeton Review among its “Best in the Northeast.” The John Templeton Foundation named the College to its Honor Roll for “Character-building Colleges,” which recognizes institutions that emphasize character development as an integral aspect of the undergraduate experience.

Students present projects on National History Celebration Day

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Frank L. Cahill
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Life in London: Flames and Diseases by Priya Savani, Deeksha Rajiv, and Divya Loganathan (6th graders)

PARSIPPANY — National History Day (NHD) is a program that allows students and teachers to have the opportunity to engage in historical research. This year the club has grown to over 30 members and also including students from Parsippany High School.  After spending months on project research and preparation, the students presented their projects at the NJ History Day Celebration at Central Middle School on Thursday, March 7.  Students also competed in the regional competition at Kean University.

With the help and guidance from the NHD advisors, the students worked diligently over the past school year analyzing primary sources and secondary sources related to this years’ theme, “Triumph and Tragedy.” Students created websites, exhibits, presentations and documentary films for their specific topic.

The club advisors for the Central Middle School History Day club are Maria Elisa Glatz, Maria Hatzipetros and Susan Kalb.

Some topics researched were Alexander the Great, Iran Hostage Crisis, Alfred Nobel and Dynamite, Salt March in India, Salem Witch Trials, Battle of Marathon, Russian Revolution, Spanish Influenza,  Fall of Rome, London Fire and Diseases, and British Rule over India. Students also completed a process paper and an annotated bibliography as part of the project requirements.

The great news is that two groups were chosen to continue to compete at the State level competition on May 4 at William Paterson University.  The groups that will be going to the state level competition are:

Life in London: Flames and Diseases by Priya Savani, Deeksha Rajiv, and Divya Loganathan (6th graders)

The Banning of DDT: The Chemical of Miracle and Monstrosity by Romila Deodhar and Ria Sharma (8th graders)

History Day is not just a day, it is an experience!”

Salem Witch Trial: Maass Hysteria of 1692- Anusha Jonnalagadda and Srija Boddu
Life in London: Flames and Diseases – Regional Winners Deeksha Rajiv, Divya Loganathan, Priya Savani
The Spanish Influenza: by Katherine Blair and Justin Chen (not pictured)
Gandhi’s Salt Act – Ashwin Vaithiyalingam, Priyanka Sunkara and Vickie Xiang

 

Berta Carmo Presents Research at National Conference

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Frank L. Cahill
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Dr. Leininger and D.P.T. graduate students Berta Carmo, Parsippany; Omar Amer, Scotch Plains; Jonathan Mayes, Dublin, Pennsylvania; and Dannylyn Manabat, Long Beach, California

PARSIPPANY — Berta Carmo of Parsippany was among the 34 University of Scranton Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) students who presented research at the American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Sectors Meeting in Washington, D.C., in January. The students conducted the research and made the poster presentations with seven physical therapy faculty members, who served as their advisors.

Carmo, along with D.P.T. students Omer Amer, Scotch Plains, New Jersey; Dannylyn Manabat, Long Beach, California; and Jonathan Mayes, Dublin, Pennsylvania, presented “The Effects of Blood Flow Restriction Therapy on Physical Performance in Adults as Compared to Standard Physical Exercise and Control Groups: A Systematic Review.” Their research was conducted with faculty advisor Peter Leininger, Ph.D., assistant professor of physical therapy.

Photo Caption: Peter Leininger, Ph.D., assistant professor of physical therapy, and his students were among the 34 students who made poster presentations at the American Physical Therapy Association’s national conference in Washington, D.C., in January. From left: Dr. Leininger and D.P.T. graduate students Berta Carmo, Parsippany; Omar Amer, Scotch Plains; Jonathan Mayes, Dublin, Pennsylvania; and Dannylyn Manabat, Long Beach, California.

Graduates Give CCM Top Grades for Providing a Quality Education

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Graduates from County College of Morris (CCM) are once again raving about the quality of their education and the college’s ability to provide them with a solid foundation for success.

The most recent survey of graduates, this time from the Class of 2017, shows unequivocal satisfaction with the preparation they received at CCM.  The Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education has conducted a survey of graduates annually since 1971.  As in past surveys, the vast majority of respondents from the Class of 2017 – 99 percent – rated their CCM experience as “excellent” (83 percent) or “good” (16 percent).

“Great experience,” said one former student. “I learned so much being at CCM, both in my classes and extracurricular activities on campus.”

This year’s survey represents 70 percent, or 923 graduates, from the Class of 2017. Of those students, 81 percent have furthered their education by transferring to a four-year school to earn their bachelor’s or enrolling in other continuing studies. Of those, 98 percent described their preparation for those programs as “excellent” or “good.”

Almost 70 percent of transfer students have stayed in the Garden State to continue their education. The most popular choice for those students is Rutgers. Others in the top 10 include Montclair State University, William Paterson University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Ramapo College and Kean University. Out-of-state institutions include Columbia University, the Culinary Institute of America, Penn State, Savannah College of Art and Design, and the University of San Diego.

The vast majority of CCM graduates who earned degrees focused on immediate job entry or certificates – 74 percent – reported that they are working in fields related to their major. Of those graduates, 97 percent rated their preparation for their jobs as “excellent” or “good.”

“Human resources told me that they love CCM grads,” said one survey respondent. Another said, “CCM really prepared me for my career.”

CCM alumni from the Class of 2017 are working as registered nurses, landscape managers, teachers, bankers and designers, among many other careers. Employers include ADP, Arconic, Atlantic Health System, Chase Bank, Ernst & Young, National Hockey League, New York Police Department and Oracle.

For more information from the survey click here.

Residential Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Events

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off events for 2019 will be held on Saturdays May 11, June 8, September 14 and October 19. All events will run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., rain or shine.

  • May 11 and September 14: Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Avenue, Parsippany.
  • June 8: County College of Morris, parking lot #1, 214A Center Grove Rd., Randolph.
  • 19: Pequannock Valley Park, Marvin Road, Pompton Plains.

For questions, contact the MCMUA at (973)829-8006 or click here.

IMPORTANT E-WASTE and LATEX PAINT NOTE:  E-Waste (used consumer electronics) and latex paint will not be accepted.

For Electronic Waste information, click here or call (973) 829-8006.

The list of acceptable hazardous materials at the upcoming MUA drop-off events include pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, oil-based paints, stains, paint thinners and removers, solvents, automotive fluids, lead acid and rechargeable batteries, pool chemicals, and darkroom chemicals.

Also accepted are aerosol cans (not empty), propane and helium cylinders, small quantities of asbestos (wetted, double bagged and sealed with duct tape-100 pound limit), driveway sealant, roofing tar, fluorescent bulbs, PCB-ballasts, mercury thermometers and switches, household cleaning products, muriatic acid.

For an exhaustive list of acceptable materials click here.

Latex paint is not considered hazardous, so it is not accepted. Latex paint should be dried out and disposed of in the trash. Explosive or highly reactive materials, such as picric acid or nitro compounds, will not be accepted.

It is important to note that these events are for residential household waste only, and not for business disposal.

Visit the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority website for information and directions click here.

20th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner a huge success

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Frank L. Cahill
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Patrick Calabrese serves hot delicious Corned Beef to Carol Tiesi

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire Department held their 20th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner fundraiser on Saturday, March 16 at the Old Bloomfield Avenue Firehouse. The Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner was cooked and served by the members.

The annual event attracted many residents, firemen, politicians and friends who enjoyed a delicious cooked corned beef, cabbage, boiled potatoes and carrots dinner.  There were even hot dogs for the kids, as well as homemade cupcakes and cookies.

Patrick Calabrese and his son Patrick at District 5 St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef Dinner
Vincenzo Sarrecchia serving the trimmings to the Corned Beef Dinner
Always good to see Papa Joe at events. Here is is pictured with his son, Joseph Resciniti

Letter to the editor: Bring to the better governance and quality of life in Parsippany

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Frank L. Cahill
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parsippany focusDear Editor:

I’m disheartened in seeing the discussion about this year’s Municipal Budget descend into the partisan nonsense that has paralyzed National politics in the last decade.

Both sides are taking advantage of a uninformed voting population using ‘soundbites’ rather than engaging in meaningful dialogue. Throwing numbers back and forth with no context is of value to no one.

I call on both sides to shorten their view to the task at hand rather than looking to score points towards the coming election.

The Administration has been challenged on the new hires in Town Hall since the last election, The taxpayers of Parsippany are owed an explanation on what cost benefit analysis was done before increasing the payroll at Town Hall.

Likewise, the Council should show some signs of intellectual curiosity and address a problem with an open mind rather than simply taking a partisan stance. Rather than reject the proposed filling of 13 white and blue color positions out of hand, each should be analyzed to determine the value it would bring to the better governance and quality of life in Parsippany. For example would the proposed hire of another housing officer be tasked with addressing the problem of stacking in the Township? If so, that expense would quickly pay dividends.

The use of Water and Sewer Authority revenues to defray increases in the General Fund is a gimmick the town has become addicted to. We need to wean ourselves off this drug without compromising the integrity of this important infrastructure. But there is a balance that needs to be struck so as not to shock the General Fund or taxpayers.

I ask that that both of the more primary news outlets in Parsippany demonstrate some journalistic integrity and hold our elected officials accountable by asking unbiased thoughtful questions of the Administration and Council and report their findings here rather than lower yourselves to be being the propaganda arm of your preferred party.

Wilton Marto
Lake Hiawatha

Webber bill to stop subsidies to defaulting companies passes committee

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY – A bill sponsored by Assemblyman Jay Webber that would prevent companies in default from receiving additional state subsidies cleared the Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee.

The bill (S1576/A299) would bar awarding additional subsidies to a company that has failed to make repayments for 24 months on a previously awarded subsidized loan.

“The recent comptroller’s audit revealed that accountability is nearly nonexistent in New Jersey corporate subsidies programs,” said Webber (R-Morris). “Allowing defaulting companies to take new subsidies is not ‘economic development’; it’s corrupt cronyism at the expense of our citizens. At the very least, accountability must mean that a company that has defaulted on a taxpayer-subsidized loan and failed to keep its end of a bargain should be stopped from getting yet another subsidy.”

While current law prohibits the award of a subsidy when a company is in default on a prior subsidy loan, the statute does not spell out a timeframe of what constitutes default. This bill will revise the law to create a timeframe of 24 months.

The bill was approved by the Senate in December with a vote of 39-0 and now goes to the full Assembly.

Letter to the editor: An open letter to Mayor Soriano

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Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani, Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., and Councilman Michael dePierro

March 14, 2019

The Honorable Michael Soriano
Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Hall
1001 Parsippany Boulevard
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054

Dear Mayor Soriano,

We are in receipt of your letter addressed to Councilwoman Gragnani dated March 12, 2019 regarding our recent comments on your budget. It’s a shame we couldn’t have had this dialogue before you proposed your second consecutive significant municipal property tax increase since being elected Mayor. You know full well that the Republican Council majority has worked hard to reduce your proposed 4.72% property tax increase to 2.85% in 2019, just like we reduced your 6% increase in 2018 down to 2.89%.

While we appreciate you wanting to shift blame on tax increases to us, it’s not credible. It is you and Governor Murphy who continually push for higher taxes; the Republican Council majority is doing all we can to reduce them. Councilwoman Gragnani’s objection to you deferring money from the water and sewer utility was in the context of you raising water and sewer rates at the same time, a move that effectively raises another tax on our residents. We hope this clears up any confusion. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Councilman dePierro
Council President Carifi, Jr.
Councilwoman Gragnani

Another Stolen Vehicle in Lake Parsippany

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Frank L. Cahill
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2017 Ford Fusion. File Photo

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officer E. Giordano responded to a residence on Allentown Road for a reported stolen motor vehicle at 6:29 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12.

Upon his arrival, the female caller stated she started her 2017 Ford Fusion at approximately 6:15 a.m. in the driveway of her residence and when she went to leave a short time later the vehicle was stolen.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Another Vehicle in Lake Parsippany Burglarized

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Frank L. Cahill
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Stolen Credit Card. File Photo

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officer D. Farms responded to a residence on Harrison Road for a burglary to a vehicle at 10:06 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12.

Upon his arrival, the victim advised him that she went to her unlocked 2016 Ford Mustang which was parked in the driveway to retrieve a credit card and was unable to find it.

When she went to cancel it the bank advised her that it was used in Newark. The burglary took place between 9:30 p.m. on March 11 and the morning of March 12.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Burglary to a Vehicle on Lake Shore Drive

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — A resident of Lake Shore Drive, Lake Parsippany, responded to Parsippany Police Headquarters to report that his unlocked vehicle was entered at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12.

The victim stated that when he got into the vehicle the door was not fully shut and the center console was opened The incident was partially captured on CCTV cameras in the area.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Connie M. (nee-Cipolla) Walsh passed away

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Connie M. (nee- Cipolla) Walsh, beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Walsh, passed away on Wednesday, March 13 at Morristown Medical Center.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Connie was a whirlwind of energy with an infectious love of life; from an early age she was constantly on the move and extremely social. She was always a welcome guest in the homes of her friends.

Connie and her husband moved to Parsippany in 1965. They were an athletic couple who enjoyed tennis, bowling, golf and skiing. They were members of the Mountain Lakes Country Club where they made many good friends and enjoyed a robust social life.
Connie worked as a legal secretary – a career she greatly enjoyed – for over 50 years. She was employed by attorney Nathaniel F. Bedford of Boonton.

Connie loved to travel and took many wonderful trips over the years. Once she discovered Long Boat Key, Fl, however, it became her favorite destination, and she made it her “home away from home” for a few weeks in November every year for the past 37 years.
She was an avid Yankees fan and enjoyed watching old movies on AMC.

Connie was an active member of St. Christopher’s Parish; a Eucharistic minister, an Usher, a member of Prayer Group, a volunteer at Bingo, a volunteer at the group home for people with disabilities, and a member of the Columbiettes.

She was the Republican Committeeperson for Parsippany District 19 since 1996.

She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife and aunt. She was a friend to many more. She was kind and unflinchingly generous in spirit, always wanting to help other people. She was her “brother’s keeper” — that was her mantra for her entire life. She cared for everyone and everyone cared for her. Every stranger became a lifelong friend.

Connie is survived by sisters Josephine McLean and Helen Campa along with many nephews and nieces.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Liturgy of Christian burial at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 18, at St. Christopher R.C. Church, 1050 Littleton Road. Interment: Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Hanover. Visitation will be on Sunday from 2:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. at Par-Troy Funeral Home, 95 Parsippany Road.

Morris County Needs Poll Workers

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Board of Elections is seeking Election Day Poll workers for the upcoming Primary and General Elections.

  • Earn Extra Income
  • Perform an important civic function
  • Opportunity to meet your neighbors
  • Play a vital role in election history

All in a day’s work! Every poll worker earns $200 for their services on an election day.

For more information about serving as an Election Day Poll Worker call the Morris County Board of Elections Office at (973) 285-8350 or apply online by clicking here.

Click here for a poll worker application and additional details.

Lou Valori Named Morris County Republican Committee Corresponding Secretary

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Frank L. Cahill
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Dr. Louis Valori (File Photo)

PARSIPPANY — Dr. Louis Valori, Parsippany, has been appointed to the Morris County Republican Committee’s Executive Board, and will serve as Corresponding Secretary. He was unanimously elected by the Board this week.

Valori will be replacing Nick DeGregorio who has moved out of Morris County to Bergen County. Nick has been a phenomenal contributor and asset to MCRC and will always be part of the family.

“I am honored to be working with the Executive team of MCRC. They have been doing a tremendous job uniting the Republican party, which has not been an easy task. They are reaching out to new voters, new demographics and engaging new constituents all the time. Under MCRC’s new leadership, they have moved to a great spacious location which has been long overdue, which is always open to everyone. They have a lot of great events in the new space with many new faces attending all the time. They have reignited the Teenage Republican organization, they have exploded the digital marketing and outreach online and they are building an organization that will make Morris County the premier Republican stronghold in the State. I am especially grateful to Peter King and the MCRC Executive team who worked diligently and persistently to unite Parsippany Republicans so that we can most effectively beat the Democrats. I am excited for the future,” said Valori.

Other board member include:
Chairman: Ron DeFilippis
Vice Chair: Laura Marie Ali
Treasurer: Rob Cascone
Corresponding Secretary: Dr. Louis Valori
Recording Secretary: Stephanie Sharratt
Sergeant at Arms: Guy Gregg
Legal Counsel: Peter King
Executive Director: Senator Joe Pennacchio
Finance Chair: Craig Heard
Political Director: Dick Kamin
Director of Youth Outreach: Aura Dunn
Director of Community Outreach: John Cesaro
Director of Events: Anna Riker
Liaison to the Morris County Republican Club Alliance: Vincent Schindel
State Committeewoman: Christina Ramirez
State Committeeman: Larry Casha, Esq.
Morris County Young Republicans Chair: Sydney Ugalde
Morris County Women’s Republican Club: Angelique Scholl

Morris GOP Headquarters is located at 51 Gibraltar Drive, Suite 1D, Parsippany, and can be reached by calling (973) 998-4955 or (973) 229-1000. For additional details click here.

Mayor Soriano to host Lake Hiawatha Town Hall meeting

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Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Mayor Soriano will continue the Parsippany Town Hall series on Monday, March 18, in the Lake Hiawatha neighborhood. Doors to the Parsippany Community Center will open at 6:30 p.m. and the Mayor and the panel will begin at 7:00 p.m.

The Community Center is located at 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha.

If you have any questions please call the Mayor’s Action Center at (973) 263-4263.

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