Well, it happens every four years in Parsippany. ‘Tis the season when the mayor has all the things that should have been addressed long ago fixed or replaced. I am sure this has nothing to do with the upcoming election and is merely a coincidence. Things like repainting lines in streets and painting new arrows that have long ago been worn away. Taking down trees that have been dead for years is a sudden removal. The street sweeper magically appears to sweep the streets, and the list goes on.
So, my fellow residents, now is the time to call City Hall to have any project that the city should have completed long ago, and about which you have been complaining, dealt with. Do it now, since after the election, should Mayor Barberio win (God Forbid), things will revert to the usual game plan of turning a deaf ear to your complaints, unless of course your name is John Inglesino.
Applebee’s proudly launched its annual fundraiser for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, transforming the restaurant into a “Lemonade Stand” and serving up the NEW Strawberry Lemon Sunshine to support pediatric cancer research.
PARSIPPANY — Applebee’s® kicked off its annual fundraiser for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research and family support programs. In celebration of its 21-year partnership with ALSF, now through August 31, Applebee’s will donate 50¢ from the sale of every NEW Strawberry Lemon Sunshine sold in a restaurant to ALSF. Additionally, Applebee’s restaurants nationwide will transform into “Lemonade Stands” and invite guests and neighbors to join in the fight to end childhood cancer. Applebee’s is located at 1057 Route 46, Parsippany.
Since the partnership first began in 2005, Applebee’s has raised more than $18 million for ALSF, funding 360,000 hours of pediatric cancer research for scientists to search for more cures for all kids with cancer.
“We’re honored to celebrate 21 years of partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and to have raised more than $18 million to fund lifesaving pediatric cancer research,” said John Peyton, Applebee’s president and Dine Brands CEO. “At Applebee’s, we take Doin’ Good in the Neighborhood to heart and together with our franchisees and guests, look forward to raising more than ever this year!”
This year, guests can join Applebee’s to support ALSF’s Childhood Cancer Heroes in their fight through the following ways:
Add $1, $5, $10, or $20 Digital Lemons to their cart when ordering on Applebees.com or the Applebee’s mobile app.
Enjoy a refreshing NEW Strawberry Lemon Sunshine when dining in a restaurant – from which 50¢ will be donated to ALSF.
Click the “Donate Now” button to contribute when purchasing an Applebee’s Gift Card on Applebees.com.
Head to your local Applebee’s to learn more ways your local restaurant may be participating!
“Applebee’s is one of ALSF’s most dedicated partners, raising money in neighborhoods across the country since 2005,” said Liz Scott, Alex’s mom and Co-Executive Director of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. “Applebee’s prominence and national reach have helped introduce countless people over the years to ALSF and raised more than $18 million in the fight against childhood cancer. We are truly grateful for their continued partnership to help find cures and support families during their child’s treatment and beyond.”
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of 4-year-old Alexandra “Alex” Scott, who was fighting cancer and wanted to raise money to find cures for all children with cancer. By the time Alex passed away at the age of 8, she had raised $1 million. Since then, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a worldwide fundraising movement and the largest independent childhood cancer charity in the U.S. ALSF is a leader in funding pediatric research projects across the globe and providing programs to families affected by childhood cancer. For more information, visit AlexsLemonade.org.
MORRIS COUNTY — Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), through the FirstEnergy Corp. Foundation, has awarded a grant to the College Promise program at County College of Morris (CCM). This initiative is designed to help students prepare for college and pursue a brighter future through academic and community support.
The College Promise program currently supports 90 students from Dover High School and 58 students from Morristown High School, providing them with critical resources to succeed both in college and in service to their communities.
“We’re proud to support an initiative that empowers local students and strengthens the future of our communities,” said representatives from JCP&L and FirstEnergy. “These students are not only excelling academically, but they’re also learning the value of giving back.”
The grant highlights FirstEnergy’s ongoing commitment to education and workforce development across New Jersey.
Austin City Nights takes the stage for a free concert in the park on Thursday, July 17, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
PARSIPPANY — Residents are invited to enjoy a night of live music and community spirit as Austin City Nights takes the stage for a free concert in the park on Thursday, July 17, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The concert is held at Veterans Park, Route 46.
The event, open to the public, promises an evening of high-energy entertainment as the band performs their signature mix of modern country hits with a classic rock twist. Led by powerhouse vocalist Lee Cancela and the talented Kat Maranino, Austin City Nights has earned a reputation for delivering gritty, dynamic performances that have captivated audiences across casinos, nightclubs, private venues, and municipal events.
Known for putting their spin on country favorites, the band has quickly become one of the region’s most sought-after acts—earning repeat bookings and praise wherever they perform.
“Whether you’re a fan of country music or just looking for a fun summer night out, this is a concert you won’t want to miss,” organizers said. “Bring a blanket or lawn chair and come enjoy a great show under the stars.”
The concert is free and open to all ages. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure the best viewing spots.
Residents are invited to bring household items like toys, cookware, and antiques to the Morris County Library on Saturday, July 19, for free on-site lead testing using an XRF Lead Detector.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Division of Public Health, in partnership with the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA), is hosting a free community lead testing event on Saturday, July 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Morris County Library, located at 30 East Hanover Avenue in Whippany.
Residents are encouraged to bring household consumer items such as toys, spices, mugs, dishes, cookware, clothing, and antiques to be tested for lead. Items will be scanned using an XRF Lead Detector, with results available in just a few minutes. Attendees will also have the option to safely discard lead-contaminated items on site.
The event aims to raise awareness about the dangers of lead exposure—particularly in children—and to promote safer home environments. Removing lead-contaminated objects is a key step in preventing lead poisoning, which can cause serious health issues.
This public service is offered at no cost, and no appointment is necessary. For more information, residents can call the Morris County Division of Public Health at (973) 631-5484.
Eager golfers gathered at Knoll West, ready to hit the course for a day of camaraderie, competition, and community support.
PARSIPPANY — The Morris County Sons of Italy Lodge 2561 held its Annual Charity Golf Outing at Knoll West Country Club on Thursday, July 10. This year’s outing was dedicated to the memory of two beloved and irreplaceable members of the Lodge and the greater community: Joseph Jannarone Sr. and Adam Gragnani.
Despite early forecasts predicting rain, the weather held up beautifully, with clear skies and temperatures in the low 80s—ideal conditions for a day on the course.
Patrick Minutillo and Joe Jannarone, Jr. proudly stand beside the donor sign, honoring the generous supporters who helped make the Annual Charity Golf Outing a success.
The event sold out just days after being announced, with 144 golfers filling the course and even more supporters joining for dinner. The day began with a lively lunch at the Knoll West Sports Bar and Grille, where participants gathered in anticipation of a fun-filled day of camaraderie, friendly competition, and generous giveaways.
After a full round of golf, attendees were treated to a buffet dinner and awards program. Laughter, applause, and heartfelt tributes echoed throughout the evening as the community came together to celebrate and remember.
The Morris County Sons of Italy extends sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of the event, including the golfers, sponsors, donors, attendees, and the dedicated Golf Committee, whose months of planning brought the outing to life.
Proceeds from the event will be reinvested into the local community, supporting a variety of meaningful and necessary charitable initiatives.
Davon Fields, 46, of Newark, was sentenced to eight years in New Jersey State Prison for his role in a November 2024 arson and copper theft at a Boonton commercial warehouse.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Boonton Police Officer-In-Charge Captain Chris Petonak confirmed that Davon Fields, 46, has been sentenced in connection with a commercial warehouse fire that occurred in November 2024 in the Town of Boonton, in which copper products were stolen.
On June 2, 2025, Fields pled guilty before Judge Ralph E. Amirata, J.S.C. to second-degree Aggravated Arson, third-degree Burglary, third-degree Theft, and third-degree Criminal Mischief.
On July 11, Judge Amirata sentenced Fields to an aggregate sentence of eight years in New Jersey State Prison, with a four-year parole ineligibility period.
At approximately 8:13 p.m. on November 3, 2024, the Boonton Police and Boonton Fire Departments responded to a commercial warehouse fire at 95 Fulton Street. A fire was observed in the warehouse area, as well as in a separately secured area leased by a pharmaceutical supply company. The Boonton Fire Department extinguished the two-alarm blaze with the mutual aid companies from surrounding jurisdictions.
A subsequent investigation identified multiple points of origin, a heavy odor of petroleum, and other signs that the fire had been intentionally set. Investigators recovered a gasoline-type canister nozzle and obtained video surveillance depicting two masked individuals entering the warehouse shortly before the fire. During the investigation, law enforcement discovered that approximately $233,000 worth of copper materials had gone missing from the interiors of equipment belonging to another company that used the warehouse.
Further investigation placed the warehouse manager, Davon Fields, in the area of the warehouse late at night on November 1 and again on November 3, 2024, at the time of the arson. The investigation determined Fields visited a scrapyard on November 1 and November 2, 2024, and sold significant quantities of copper on both occasions.
Fields was subsequently arrested and charged on January 13, 2025.
Prosecutor Carroll recognized and commended the extensive investigative efforts that went into this case, including by members of the Town of Boonton Police Department, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Arson and Environmental Crimes Unit with assistance from the Special Operations Division, in particular, the High Tech Crimes Unit.
Prosecutor Carroll said, “This case involved a considerable amount of forensic evidence, both physical and digital, for investigators to review and analyze. I applaud the solid, collaborative efforts of members of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and our partners in the Boonton Police and Morris County Sheriff’s Office, which brought to light the multi-faceted criminal activity at work. This case went far beyond a straightforward fire, and I want to recognize how their due diligence and teamwork ensured this defendant was prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”
Ferrero said WK Kellogg’s home in Battle Creek, Mich., will remain a “core location” and serve as its headquarters for North American cereal.
PARSIPPANY — Global sweets maker Ferrero Group, with North American headquarters in Parsippany, has announced plans to acquire cereal giant WK Kellogg in a $3.1 billion deal.
Ferrero Group is located at 7 Campus Drive.
Ferrero will pay $23 per share in cash, a 40% premium, with the transaction expected to close in the second half of 2025. The acquisition includes iconic breakfast brands such as Frosted Flakes, Special K, Froot Loops, and Raisin Bran. WK Kellogg’s Michigan headquarters will remain its North American cereal base.
Founded in Italy, Ferrero’s U.S. expansion has been led from Parsippany, with the company growing to over 14,000 employees across North America. Its well-known brands include Nutella, Ferrero Rocher, Kinder, Keebler, Butterfinger, and Tic Tac.
The Parsippany office spans approximately 135,000 square feet, occupying the entire building. Ferrero moved into this location in 2019 as part of its North American expansion.
“This deal brings together two companies with strong legacies and loyal consumers,” said Executive Chairman Giovanni Ferrero.
WK Kellogg, spun off as an independent company in 2023, will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Ferrero and delist from the New York Stock Exchange.
PARSIPPANY — Building Materials Manufacturing, based in Parsippany, has been added to the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s (NJDOL) Workplace Accountability in Labor List (The WALL), effectively barring the company from obtaining any government contracts until it resolves outstanding tax liabilities.
According to a recent announcement by NJDOL, Building Materials Manufacturing owes $71,724.10 in unpaid liabilities under the New Jersey Gross Income Tax Act. The company was among eight newly added businesses this month to The WALL, a public list of employers prohibited from receiving state, county, or local contracts due to unresolved wage, benefit, or tax violations.
The WALL was established in 2020 through bipartisan legislation as part of the state’s initiative to combat wage theft, worker misclassification, and noncompliance with labor laws. Now in its second year, the program has listed 280 businesses that collectively owe more than $26 million.
“The WALL is a powerful enforcement tool that enables the department to publicly name companies that shortchange their workers and skip required contributions to programs such as unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation,” NJDOL stated.
Before a business is added to the list, it receives a warning and is granted a 20-day window to resolve any outstanding issues. Since its launch in September 2023, NJDOL has recovered over $650,000 from employers either placed on or warned about being listed on The WALL.
The WALL’s revamped online platform allows users to search for businesses by name, location, and listing date. The list is publicly available at nj.gov/labor/wall. State procurement officials are required to check The WALL, along with other accountability measures, before awarding any public contracts.
Building Materials Manufacturing LLC has now joined the ranks of businesses barred from performing public-sector work until their debts to the state are paid in full.
Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce "Juice Up Your Morning"
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce will host its next Juice Up Your Morning Networking Event on Tuesday, July 22, at 8:30 a.m. at the Chamber’s office, located at 90 East Halsey Road, Suite 322.
Designed to foster meaningful business connections in a face-to-face setting, the event is open to professionals seeking to expand their network, promote their business, and engage with other local entrepreneurs. Known for its focused and effective format, Juice Up Your Morning is 100% networking.
Each month, the event features a “host spotlight,” offering one Chamber member a ten-minute segment to present their business. Additionally, every attendee is given a one-minute opportunity to introduce themselves and their services to the group.
“The goal is to support the development of professional networks and increase visibility for local businesses,” said Frank Cahill, Executive Board Member. “It’s a simple and productive way to connect with fellow professionals and share what you do.”
Registration is required, and attendees are encouraged to bring plenty of business cards. For more information or to register, visit www.parsippanychamber.org or call (973) 402-6400.
Councilman Justin Musella, Council Vice President Frank Neglia, Councilwoman Judy Hernandez, Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., and Councilman Matt McGrath
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting – July 8, 2025.
Alison Cai and Prisha Bakshi at their virtual internships for Miriam's Heart and the Association of NJ Environmental respectively.
PARSIPPANY — Many high school students find themselves adrift by the time they exit their thirteenth year of mandated education. School can prepare you for a multitude of things—cramming the stages of DNA replication for some, or learning how to show up punctually enough times to avoid detention for others—but there is one experience that school fundamentally cannot prepare its students for: life without it.
It’s no secret that many students struggle with adjusting to their new post-graduate lifestyles. Leaving high school for a specialized career path, especially after orienting one’s entire life around strict bell schedules and stable online gradebooks, is hard. Bridging that transformative gap may be arguably harder. Still, for the past four years, high schools on both sides of Parsippany have been taking a different approach to prepare their students for life after graduation.
During the last five or six weeks of high school, seniors at Parsippany Hills High School and Parsippany High School have the opportunity to opt out of the standard education curriculum following the completion of their AP exams, instead participating in a regulated student internship experience under the guidance of an assigned local mentor. Internships may follow an on-site, hybrid, or virtual model, depending on the mentor’s availability and schedule, and require students to complete at least 80 to 90 hours of work experience over five to six weeks to remain in the program.
Shyanne Liu, salutatorian of the Parsippany Hills High School Class of 2025 and incoming freshman at Emory University, is at her internship at Greenhill Pharmacy.
The alternative provides an engaging and refreshing opportunity for students seeking interactive work experience. Seniors can assess whether the career path they hope to pursue holds substantial value for them and gain insight into the working lives they may soon lead in a few years. As the internship program operates on a first-come, first-served basis, all students who meet the attendance and disciplinary requirements are eligible to secure a spot, provided they are quick enough to find a mentor willing to take them under their wing.
This spring, the internship program has been more popular than ever, filling an unprecedented maximum of over one hundred spots across both high schools in Parsippany. The program, which was initially experimental and only open to a small group of students when it launched, has since grown exponentially, with word spreading swiftly through the grapevine among both students and local businesses.
This rapid growth has been spearheaded mainly by Parsippany business teachers Chrissy Russell and Elizabeth O’Boyle, both of whom kickstarted the program just one short year after the pandemic shut down thousands of businesses and activities across the state. “When Chrissy Russell and I launched the Senior Internship Program four years ago,” O’Boyle tells the Parsippany Focus, “we envisioned the positive impact it would have on our students’ futures. Thanks to the strong support from the PTHSD administration and the incredible response of local businesses, that vision has become a reality.”
O’Boyle adds that “over two hundred seniors” were mentored this spring in a variety of fields, including business, STEM, the arts, trades, education, and more.” These include internships in a variety of settings, ranging from hospitals to law firms, to media agencies, to public schools, and even the Parsippany Focus itself.
Aryan Masaldan, a recent graduate of Parsippany Hills High School and incoming freshman at Johns Hopkins University, is in his biomedical engineering internship at 3D Pets in Bloomingdale.
Aryan Masaldan, a recent graduate of the Parsippany Hills High School Class of 2025, was one of the over two hundred student interns this spring, and arguably, the intern with the furthest drive to work to and from. For his last five weekdays of school, Masaldan spent his time at the intersection of prosthetics and paw prints—3D Pets, a prosthetic device manufacturer for disabled animals based in Bloomingdale.
Masaldan, like many of the senior interns this spring, feels satisfied with his experience: “I’ve had such an incredible time, and I feel like I was able to get some real working experience to support my career goals,” Masaldan tells the Focus.
An incoming biomedical engineering student at Johns Hopkins University, Masaldan has found that “interning under 3D Pets has prepared [him] well for university and beyond,” and he feels “grateful to have had the experience and make a difference in the lives of some cute animals” as well.
Students from the other side of town also confirmed this sentiment.
Nikoloz Inashvili, a recent graduate of the Parsippany High School Class of 2025, found similar fulfillment in his internship experience. “The senior internship program allowed me to experience the career I aspire to have, truly,” Inashvili expresses. Inashvili, who will be attending Princeton University in the fall, says, “I was able to confirm my love for the law field, and I feel more confident about pursuing my studies in a subject area I was once uncertain about. I got to experience firsthand what it’s like to work in a law office, which is something other high school students—and some college students—don’t even have the chance to do.”
Nikoloz Inashvili, a Parsippany High School Class of 2025 graduate, reflects on the value of his senior internship experience, which affirmed his passion for law and helped solidify his decision to pursue legal studies at Princeton University this fall.
It’s no surprise, then, that many students, including Inashvili and Masaldan, have echoed the internship’s help in guiding and confirming their prospective career choices. Even students who didn’t have the opportunity to attend their internships physically, such as Parsippany Hills High School graduate Alison Cai, took something meaningful away from the experience. “Although I had a virtual internship where I was not required to be on the site of my organization, my mentor was great at communication and scheduled weekly check-ups where we could reflect on my experience,” Cai reflects. Throughout her internship—half of which she was required to do in the school library—she was forced to learn “how to not feel out of place despite being in a Zoom call with many experts,” including marketing professionals and even a New Jersey gubernatorial candidate. “Overall, I learned many skills applicable to both college and later in the future, ranging from setting my schedules to finding deadlines to follow,” Cai concludes. “At the end of the day, it was super fun and informative!”
Moving forward, senior internship directors Chrissy Russell and Elizabeth O’Boyle hope to pilot a full-year senior internship program as early as the next school year, allowing students to pursue their desired career paths while navigating their pivotal final year of high school. As the outgoing senior class prepares to embark on a new journey and the incoming senior class prepares to conclude an old one, Russell reflects on how the program has evolved since its inception in 2021. “It’s been truly inspiring to witness just how much the Senior Internship Program has positively affected so many of our Parsippany students,” Russell says. “As we look ahead, we’re excited to continue building and expanding the program, so even more Parsippany seniors can take advantage of these incredible, real-world learning opportunities. Our goal is to make this experience accessible to as many students as possible,” Russell proclaims, “and we’re confident that with continued community support—we can do just that.”
Parsippany Focus Intern, Raymond Trunk, the author of this article, also wanted to reflect on his own experience. The senior internship program, which officially concluded a little under a month ago, has been incredibly impactful and enriching for tons of my classmates—myself very much included. Without the vision of Mrs. Chrissy Russell and Mrs. Elizabeth O’Boyle and the support of the Board of Education, I wouldn’t have had the platform to write articles for the Parsippany Focus to begin with, let alone experience various community events and conduct interviews with a broad range of local leaders under the guidance of the Parsippany Focus’s editor-in-chief, Frank Cahill. I am incredibly grateful to anyone who has contributed their time and effort to bettering my articles, and I am thrilled to continue writing articles for the Parsippany Focus during the summer and beyond. Thank you so much for reading!
Raymond Trunk at my internship for Parsippany Focus with Frank Cahill. Parsippany High School interns Denys Ruchkin and Ashton Morey stand with Matthew O’Leary and other team members at A3 Digital Media.
From Parsippany to Denmark—Cassandra Cogan’s academic journey blooms with success.
PARSIPPANY — Cassandra Cogan, a distinguished alumna of Parsippany High School (Class of 2019) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Class of 2023), recently defended her Master’s Thesis at Roskilde University in Denmark. This concluded her participation in the “European Master’s in Global Studies” (EMGS) program, which she began in 2023. Cassandra secured a fully funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree (EMJMD) scholarship, which is financed by the European Union and awarded annually to the most competitive and gifted students worldwide. Cassandra was one of only two Americans in her cohort, alongside peers from Germany, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Azerbaijan, and many other countries around the globe.
Cassandra began the EMGS program at Wrocław University in Poland, where she took specialized courses in international security and gender studies. She then moved to Denmark, where she has spent her second and final program year at Roskilde University, conducting research and taking specialized courses in discourse analysis. Her Master’s Thesis investigated the construction of gendered narratives of violence and security in scripted television, examining how these narratives reflect hegemonic discourses on gender and politics in global security. Cassandra earned top marks for her thesis and defense at Roskilde University. Her research has already been accepted for participation and presentation at the “Popular Culture and World Politics” Conference, taking place this upcoming November in Lisbon, Portugal, which focuses on the intersection between political violence and popular culture.
Cassandra finished her studies in June of this year, completing her “European Master’s in Global Studies” degree, as well as an additional “Master of Science in Social Sciences” degree from Roskilde University. She plans to remain abroad and aspires to pursue a PhD related to her research interests shortly.
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A happy pup soaks up the love during a belly rub session—tail wags guaranteed!
MORRIS COUNTY — Eleventh Hour Rescue (EHR), a Morris County-based no-kill dog and cat rescue, has once again been selected as one of a select few tri-state area shelters to host a live, on-site fundraising event in partnership with national nonprofit Jordan’s Way. The high-energy event will be broadcast live on Facebook on Saturday, July 12, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at EHR’s Roxbury Mall Adoption Center.
In 2023, EHR raised over $50,000 in a single evening through this very fundraiser—and they’re aiming even higher this year.
Founded by New Jersey native Kris Rotonda in memory of his beloved rescue dog Jordan, Jordan’s Way has traveled to over 300 shelters across all 50 states, raising more than $12 million for animal rescues through interactive livestreams. A recent event in Wisconsin raised $137,000—an amount EHR hopes to surpass to lead the 50-State Tour and earn a bonus $25,000 for their animals.
During the three-hour livestream on www.Facebook.com/EleventhHourRescue, Rotonda will spotlight many of EHR’s long-term, senior, and special needs pets available for adoption. Volunteers and guests will take part in a variety of fun and spontaneous challenges to drive donations—from ice bucket and pie-in-the-face antics to sit-up contests, physical challenges, and “bail-out” games involving time in the puppy pen.
The evening promises excitement and surprise with the core question being: What are people willing to do to help the animals—and what will others pay to see it?
Supporters can participate by watching, sharing, and—most importantly—donating during the livestream. Local businesses are encouraged to commit to donation matches and may appear live on-air for special recognition. Community influencers are also invited to sign up for a half-hour “guest spot” to engage their followers in real time while participating in activities on camera.
“We’re thrilled to be chosen again—this event shines a spotlight on our long-term cats and dogs in a way that’s both meaningful and fun,” said Kennel Manager Alex Galdi. “Our Enrichment Coordinator, Nicole, and I have already committed to spending the night in a dog run if we hit $50,000. If we reach $75,000, some of our team members may even get tattoos!”
Expect surprise appearances, ice buckets, hair dye, head shaves, and plenty of laughs as the community rallies behind a cause that saves lives.
PARSIPPANY — The 8th Annual Layups 4 Life 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is set to take place on Saturday, September 20, at the Parsippany PAL, located at 33 Baldwin Road. This inspiring event invites adult players of all skill levels to “take the courts in the fight against cancer,” with proceeds directly benefiting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Participants must be 18 or older and may register as a team of 3 or 4 players. Coed teams are welcome, and all teams are guaranteed to play at least three games. The tournament begins with check-in at 10:00 a.m. and promises a day of spirited competition and community engagement for a meaningful cause.
The registration deadline is September 14, and spots are limited. Those interested can register by clicking here or by clicking here. For additional questions, contact [email protected].
Layups 4 Life is a nonprofit organization committed to raising funds and awareness for cancer research through sport and community involvement.
Join the movement, take your shot, and help make a difference in the fight against cancer.
Players are encouraged to sign up now for Parsippany's Fall Men’s Softball League, running September 2 through October 30, with games held Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills has officially opened registration for its popular Men’s Softball League, set to begin on Tuesday, September 2 and run through Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Games will take place every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., offering local athletes an exciting opportunity to enjoy competitive recreation under the lights this fall season.
Organized by the Parsippany Recreation Department, the league is open to individual players and full teams. Interested participants can register online by visiting www.pthreconline.com. Teams interested in registering should email the department directly at [email protected].
“This is always a great season filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit,” said a Recreation Department spokesperson. “Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to get back on the field, there’s a place for you in this league.”
Those with questions are encouraged to contact Justin at 973-944-8336 for more information.
Don’t miss out on the action—gather your teammates, dust off your glove, and get ready for a great season of fall softball in Parsippany!
The phenomenon of an “ignorant popular sovereignty” has seized the Republic, due to a political system that does not address real issues of a life possible in a real democracy of a “we the people” invested in a true common good. The recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill”, is a blueprint of the demise of government as intended, as a entity of evolving betterment for all. Instead, we have a “degeneration” into a financial corporate class of rulers’ alienation from the economic realities of wealth imbalance they have created for the rest of us. Corporate finance has infiltrated its way into US Politics to the degree that any hope of a common good or wholesomeness in caring for all peoples, and the very world of nature that sustains us, is a fantasy. The rejection of science, humanity, and common sense required for the times has been rejected, for Great Again. We are about to be Privatized by Project 2025, the Great Again.
Here are some pre-election news media. Donald Trump openly denies he was involved with the Project 2025 Neoliberal Corporate takeover planned by the Project 2025 behind his rise to power.
NPR August 2024 “They’ve been told officially, legally, in every way, that we have nothing to do with Project 25,” Trump said. “They know it, but they bring it up anyway. They bring up every single thing that you can bring up. Every one of them was false.” Despite Trump’s repeated distancing from the plan, many of its writers and architects worked in the Trump administration and would likely be on the shortlist for appointees in a second Trump term.
September 2024: Former President Donald Trump denied any connection to Project 2025, the handbook for a new conservative government written by the Heritage Foundation and several right-wing think tanks, in his Sept. 10 debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. “I have nothing to do with Project 2025,” Trump said in the ABC News Presidential Debate. “I haven’t read it. I don’t want to read it purposely. I’m not going to read it.”
Trump then, after one so-called debate, stated he would not debate again. “Who Needs to debate?” Let’s party—Trump Dances To ‘YMCA’ At His Campaign Rallies.
Here is the dupe we shall suffer now that Project 2025 is in play, thanks to lies, deceit, and intimidation, all with the help of corporate media and a corrupted corporate Supreme Court. Project 2025 represents a private corporate interest, superseding the public interest. A world turned upside down—a metaphorical return to a plantation model master-slave paradigm of constitutional originalism.
Over time in Western Society, the function of government grew toward an “adulthood” in which the “general welfare” of the community became its responsibility, behavior against a common good was monitored and prevented, particularly to ensure weaker members of society are protected.
“We do not have a choice between an ‘honest’ privatisation and a ‘dishonest’ one, because an honest privatisation means clear rules imposed by a strong state that can enforce its laws.
Ideas of small government are not in keeping with the times and circumstances we face, as a people and a Planet in these times..We need good government now more than ever as the means are proper.
A huge part of the problem is the Jeffersonian notion that” the government that governs best is the one that governs least”. While it is true regarding individual liberties, it is absolutely dangerous to think that way regarding the economy…
Trump’s supporters bringing the Project 2025 into existence amounts to the end of the republic, as the money power has replaced the reverence for life itself. In this, both political parties are guilty of disregarding the pursuit of a common good beyond market values, which benefits few at the expense of many.
What does the 2025 Musk, Trump, and this gangster administration mean by “efficiency” in reducing and destroying government? It is the efficiency that mocks the whole, the common good, as government is intended. The waste and inefficiency however lies in the billionaires, who hoard money rather than use it as a public utility, while they in debt us, as they rape the tax base.
At the very least, local republicans should separate themselves from MAGA Trump so-called republicans.
All programs scheduled at the Lake Hiawatha Branch Library for July have been canceled or postponed.
PARSIPPANY — In response to the recent extreme heat and to ensure the safety and comfort of both patrons and staff, the Lake Hiawatha Branch Library is temporarily closed. This closure allows preparations to begin for the installation of a new air conditioning system, as the current unit is no longer functional and has resulted in unsafe indoor temperatures.
Library and Township officials are working diligently to resolve the issue as quickly and efficiently as possible. A new AC unit has been ordered and will be installed to restore a safe and welcoming environment. If feasible, the library may reopen during the installation under limited, safe conditions. The branch is expected to reopen with limited hours on July 14, 2025.
All programs scheduled at the Lake Hiawatha Branch Library for July have been canceled or postponed. During the closure, patrons are encouraged to visit:
Parsippany Main Library, 449 Halsey Road
Mount Tabor Branch Library, 31 Trinity Place, Mount Tabor
