WARREN TOWNSHIP — A 9-year-old boy and his father both died in the Route 78 crash that brought traffic to a standstill for hours Saturday night, after the father sped along the highway at more than 100 mph, state police said. Stephen Weekes, 34, of Bethlehem, Pa., and his son Anthony Weekes, 9, of Jamaica, N.Y.,…
It’s showtime for Pluto; prepare to be amazed by NASA flyby
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – Pluto, reveal thyself, and Earthlings, enjoy the show. On Tuesday, NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft will sweep past Pluto and present the previously unexplored world in all its icy glory. It promises to be the biggest planetary unveiling in a quarter-century. The curtain hasn’t been pulled back like this since NASA’s Voyager 2…
You could win portable grill by donating blood
PARSIPPANY — Community Blood Services is inviting its blood, platelet and plasma donors to make a lifesaving donation at one of its New Jersey donor centers to ensure enough blood is on the shelves this summer for the patients who need it in the more than 20 hospitals supplied by the blood center.
Locations include the Parsippany Donor Center, 1259 Route 46 east, Building 4, Suite 12 in Parsippany. Whole blood and platelets are collected there. Hours are Monday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (last appointment 2:30 p.m.); Thursday, from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 p.m. (last appointment at 7:45 p.m.); and Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (last appointment 1:30 p.m.). Blood donors who walk in are also welcome but an appointment is needed to donate platelets.
To set up an appointment to donate blood, call (201) 251-3703; to donate platelets call (201) 251-3733.
The toll free number is (866) 228-1500, or click here.
Anyone who donates Monday, July 13, through Sunday, July 19, will be entered into a raffle to win a portable outdoor Cuisinart stainless tabletop grill. The grill easily fits on balconies and small patios. Its cooking grate is large enough to cook eight steaks, hamburgers or chicken breasts. The winner will be notified by phone.
Thos who donate at any location will be eligible to win the grill.
Whole blood donors must be 17-75 years old (16 years old with parental consent) and weigh at least 110 pounds. All donors will receive health screenings with their donations, including non-fasting glucose and cholesterol screenings.
Community Blood Services provides blood and blood products to HackensackUMC, Atlantic Health System hospitals, St. Joseph’s Healthcare System in Paterson/Wayne and The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood.
Midea Group leases 6,500 square feet in Mack-Cali Campus
PARSIPPANY — Cresa NJ – North/Central, part of Cresa LLC, an exclusively tenant-represented real estate services firm, announced that it has negotiated a new office lease for Midea Group, at Five Sylvan Way. They will occupy 6,500-square-foot space.
The building consists of four floors with a total square foot space of 151,383.
Five Sylvan Way is one of 15 class A office properties located at Mack-Cali Business Campus. Considered one of New Jersey’s top corporate addresses, Mack-Cali Business Campus offers an award-winning office environment situated on a beautiful 600-acre site in Morris County—home to numerous Fortune 500 companies. Tenants take advantage of a host of campus amenities including hotels, restaurants, banking, and a child care center, as well as nearby shopping, restaurants, and business services.
Edward English, Vice President, Thomas Giannone and Ronald Ganter, Managing Principals, represented the tenant in the transaction. The Landlord, Mack-Cali, was represented in-house by Diane Chayes, Senior Vice President of Leasing, and Brian Decillis, Assistant Vice President of Leasing.
“Midea was doubling in size,” English said in a prepared statement. “Because we work exclusively as tenant representatives with no conflicts of interest, we were able to work equally as aggressively with their current landlord’s portfolio as well as potential new landlords. The value that Cresa was able to bring to the transaction was that we mitigated the financial impacts of doubling in size, while still working to give our client the logistical benefits of their expansion.”
Midea Group is a privately held Chinese electrical appliance manufacturer, headquartered in Shunde, Guangdong province, China. As of 2013, the firm employs approximately 135,000 people in China and overseas
Man, woman, baby killed in Route 80 crash
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP — A Mountain Lakes man was arrested Saturday morning for allegedly causing a chain reaction crash on Route 80 that killed a man, a woman and a baby, State Police said. Bhavuk Uppal, 22, of Mountain Lakes, was charged with three counts of death by auto, two counts of assault by auto, causing death…
Free Slurpees at 7-Eleven today, 7 Days of Freebies to Follow
PARSIPPANY — It’s here, Saturday is July 11, a date that’s always marked on the calendars of freebie-loving consumers. July 11, after all, is 7/11—or 7-Eleven Day—which is appropriately celebrated as a big day for the convenience store chain.
You can find a 7-Eleven at 31 North Beverwyck Road and 959 Route 53.
Over the years, 7-Eleven Day has gained a following as Free Slurpee Day, when each customer is welcomed to a complimentary Slurpee, any flavor goes. And the event has been getting bigger and bigger. In 2013, 7-Eleven began giving away larger Slurpees on the day, bumping up the freebie size from (yep) 7.11 ounces to the standard small size, 12 ounces.
Then, in 2014, 7-Eleven decided that 7-Eleven Day would be supersized into a whole freebie week, with free Slurpees followed by days in which cookies, Twinkies, Big Gulps, and such were given away.
Yet again, the 2015 edition of 7-Eleven Day is being stretched into eight days of giveaways. Unfortunately, this year’s version isn’t quite as generous. The promotions start like normal, with one free small Slurpee per customer on Saturday, July 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is no purchase required, and anyone and everyone can partake of the Slurpee giveaway, while supplies last.
Then, from Sunday, July 12, to Saturday, July 18, customers can receive up to $2 worth of food or drink daily, provided they meet two requirements: 1) they must be members of the 7Rewards program and download the mobile app to a device; and 2) they must be buying a 7-Eleven drink, such as a Slurpee, Big Gulp, or coffee, while grabbing their freebie.
Summer Concert Series debuts this Thursday
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Recreation Department “Summer Concert Series” begins this Thursday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, Route 46 and Vail Road. Please note: Pets are NOT permitted in the park during the concerts.
This Thursday “Rachel Allyn Band” takes the stage. This band is a new wave country, hosts an incredible female lead singer, a beautiful & talented female fiddle player, a pounding rhythm section, and an amazing lead guitarist. Performing the top modern country hits from Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift to Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum. Click here for more information.
On Wednesday, July 29, 7:30 p.m. “Hotel California” will be performing. For two decades, this act has faithfully and accurately reproduced the Grammy Award winning sounds of The Eagles. Each concert presents an exciting showcase of their hits such as “Take It Easy”, Heartache Tonight” and of course “Hotel California” Click here for more information.
Tractor Trailer overturns on Parsippany Road
PARSIPPANY — Mr. Alfred Ray, 37, Newark, was driving a 2007 International Tractor on Parsippany Road, east of Old Parsippany Road, on Wednesday, July 1, at 3:39 a.m.
Mr. Ray was traveling south when he failed to negotiate a curve, stuck the curb and a tree, overturned and came to a rest. Mr. Ray was injured and was transported to Morristown Memorial Hospital by Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance Squad. Mr. Ray was unable to remember what happened. Evidence at the scene indicates there was no steering or braking input prior to impact with the tree.
An investigation revealed damage to the vehicle was consistent with the crash.
The truck was owned by Hercules Forwarding, Inc., of Vernon, California.
The Morris County Hazmat Team, Parsippany Volunteer Fire District 6, Parsippany Volunteer Fire District 5 Hazmat Team, and Parsippany Rescue and Recovery freed the trapped driver from the truck and assisted in clean up of the spilled fuel.
Chris Christie releases first television ad: VIDEO
The Chris Christie’s campaign has released it’s first television ad which will air in New Hampshire.
Boy, 13, suffers apparent head injury when bike crashes into tree in Randolph
RANDOLPH — A 13-year-old boy suffered an apparent head injury on Friday when he crashed his bicycle into a tree at Freedom Park in Randolph, according to Randolph police. The unnamed boy was was riding on the trails with a friend, according to Randolph Detecive Lt. Christopher Giuliani. “It appears he was wearing a helmet,” Giuliani…
Parsippany woman’s Blood-alcohol test allowed in accused of killing E. Hanover official in DWI crash
MORRISTOWN — Blood and urine samples taken from a Parsippany woman accused of killing an East Hanover community leader in an alleged drunk-driving accident may be used as evidence in her trial, a Superior Court judge has ruled. Vanessa Brown, 35, is charged with aggravated manslaughter and vehicular homicide in the death of Ralph Politi Jr.,…
Parsippany Hills High School… where will the Class of 2015 continue their journey?
PARSIPPANY — Now that the school year is over, the summer is here, the Parsippany High Hills School graduates are preparing for their next journey in life. The Parsippany Hills High School Class of 2015 graduates will attend:
Adelphi University: Meera Mansuria.
Arizona State University: Christina Russo.
Artistic Academy: Ashley Sgambati.
Berkeley College: Thomas Berardo.
Brookdale Community College: Rennato Herrera and Sebastian Torres.
Bryant University: Shane Vyskocil.
Bucknell University: Amrit Nagendran.
Centenary College: Anthony Azzizzo.
Coastal Carolina University: Luke Haltigan.
Cornell University: Kristin Chen.
County College of Morris: Humza Abid, Luis Abrajan, Muhammad Ahmad, Saif Ahmed, Camila Albuquerque, Angelo Andrada, Alexandra Bakalis, Vincent Calabrese, Jessica Canales, Diego Carvajal, Guillermo Castillo, Earl Christofferson, Carter Cooper, Antonios Dedes, Margarita Dedes, Jakub Duma, Renzo Espinosa, Brett Friedensohn, Joceline Fuentes-Maya, Yashsvi Gandhi, Christopher Gardner, Angela Giradelli, Andrew Goetschkes, Juan Gomez, Sergio Gomez, Frederick Green, Andrew Greenfield, Samer Habib, Ryan Hartmann, Nicholas Hill, James Jacob, William Jacobus, Ariel Juarez, James Keyes, Daniel Kinskey-Lebeda, Kocanaogullari, Gabriella Konke, Richard Madison, Hamid Mir, Nil Mistry, Nicholas Molinaro, Jonathan Morales, Margaret Moutis, Vincent Natoli, Nicholas Neglia, Uri Nemirovsky, Luis Neyra Liviapoma, Mark Novak, Juliette Parker, Victoria Paterson, Gregory Persuad, Nicholas Pierson, James Pocelinko, Mary Rainero, Jose Reano, Christian Reyes, Justin Ricker, Sasha Rider, Thomas Riley, Matthew Roca, Cynthia Tello, Tu Tran, Kira Welenc snd David Wilton.
DeSales University: Erin Crystal.
Drew University: Caroline Ernst.
Drexel University: Anthony Kfoury and Avyaktan Srinivasan.
East Carolina University: Sonia Samtani.
Fairleigh Dickinson University: Mitchell Folan, Christian Guevara-Rodriguez, Sagar Kadakia and Rebecca Russell.
Fashion Institute of Technology: Julie Litwinsky.
Georgia Institute of Technology: Arpan Bhavsar, Jordan Gross and Nina Lyow.
Gettysburg College: John DuBose.
Indiana University at Bloomington: Alice Liang.
Ithaca College: Lauren Astor, Ambar Herrera Almestica and Annmarie Lillis.
Johnson and Wales University: Marilyn Ortiz and Christopher Pietrowicz.
Kean University: Sally Campuzano and Angelo Gallego.
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania: Michael Garcia and Matthew Joyce.
Marymount Manhattan College: Julia Rodriguez.
Misericordia University: Alexandra Walek.
Montclair State University: Mohamed Abdulla, Mariah Acree, Talia Antonacci, Nazier Burns, Collin Delade, Samir Done, Amanda Foley, Zachary Fyfe, Shivam Gandhi, Maxime Hardouin, James Joyce, John Joyce, Francesca La Spina, Justin Loder, Nicholas Lopez, Chancelevie Ngnengone Mengara, Reed Osterman, Sneha Patwardhan, Genevieve Pica, Alyssa Proietto, Madeline Sanchez, Matthew Scopellito, Veronica Serkowska, Jasmina Stojanoska, Edward Strocchia, Kaylie Vazquez, Krupa Vekaria and Dinh Vo.
Moravian College: Elizabeth Kyle-LaBell.
New Jersey Institute of Technology: Vincent Castellana, Evan Favia, Joseph Gasbarro, Alexandra Gilgorri, Jonathan Leung, Sang Nguyen and Parth Vacchani.
New York University: Derek Liu, Eshan Saran, Tiffany Wei and Varshita Yerva.
Northeastern University: Allison Leonard, Daniel Mondschein and Dang-Huy Nguyen.
Old Dominion University: Kaileigh Estler.
Pace University: Dikshant Sahay.
Pennsylvania State University (Harrisburg): Raj Patel.
Pennsylvania State University (Hazelton): Teddi White.
Pennsylvania State University (Schuylkill): Kazi Ahmed.
Pennsylvania State University (University Park): Morgan Burwell, Rebecca Ho, Ethan Levy, Dhruv Patel and Michael Wu.
Pitzer College: Alezander Wu.
Princeton University: Annie Wang.
Purdue University: Trevor Tang.
Ramapo College of New Jersey: Richard Bruno, Djanelle Lang, Lindsey Magbitang and Brianna Starke.
Rider University: Olivia Dauber and Shayne Kelly.
Roger Williams University: Brendan Shanahan.
Rowan University: Amanda Davis, Caitlyn De Vre, Daniel Eyerman, Simone Russo, Ryan Shaw and Laila Tlack.
Rutgers University: Kimberly Aldana, Saddaf Ashgar, Gregory Bollman, Jeevat Chhatwal, Rishi Desai, Carissa Ganihong, Jasper Gates, Meredith Giovanelli, Daniel Haddad, Zohair Hasan, Nina Indyke, Xavier La Rosa, Tin Le, Grace Lee, Matthew Lee, Muhammad Malik, Tracey Miller, Marina Mitrakos, Bishal Mondal, Catherine Mow, Karl Mulligan, Chandni. Patel, Harshkumar Patel, Kishan Patel, Krupa Patel, Meesha Patel, Neil A. Patel, Neil B. Patel, Priyal Patel, Reema Shah, Brittney Stark, Agni Thadikonda, Priya Thakar, Jeeba Thomas, Vishwa Vyas, Ashley Wang and Marion White.
Sacred Heart University: Kaitlyn Murphy.
Saint Joseph’s University: Connor Fahy and Madeleine Pochettino.
Savannah College of Art and Design: Brianna Dance.
School of Visual Arts: Deanna Iancu.
Seton Hall University: Neena Andican, Pooja Banker, Christian Buitrago, Sheikh Elahi-Siddiqui, Vannesa Martinez, Gianna Pallis, Dominic Paraan, Niki Patel and Grace Petinakis.
Stockton University: Matthew Long.
State University of New York (SUNY) at Brockport: Victoria Eng.
Susquehanna University: Alison Cerri.
The College of New Jersey: Benjamin Frigeri, Thomas Molloy and Nicole Poccia.
The Ohio State University: Kyle McGinley and Ryan Ziobro.
The University of Alabama: Anthony Barlotta.
The University of Scranton: Melissa Agostinho, Andre Fernandes and Ryan Stensgaard.
The University of Tampa: Cassandra Przyhocki and Jasmine Schroeder.
Universal Technical Institute: Rennato Herrera.
University of California, Berkeley: Neha Zahid.
University of Colorado at Boulder: Michael Ginsberg.
University of Delaware: Johnna Brooks, Curtis Curlo, Nicholas Davis, Matthew DeBenedette, Amanda Farkas, Parker Kerrigan and Adam Pollack.
University of Hartford: Jason Byrne.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign: David Zhong.
University of Maryland: Stephanie Datri.
University of Massachusetts: Ashwin Balani, Ryan Blake and Emily Cerri.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas: Megan Willson.
University of New Haven: Cassandra Fahy, Madeline Skovronek and Katelyn Zicker.
Villanova University: Eva Cavanaugh.
Virginia State University: Ajanee McConnell.
Washington University in St. Louis: Rohan Gupta.
Wellesley College: Catherine Chen.
William Paterson University of New Jersey: Olivia Arcilla, DaiJanae Bryant, Het Desai, William Foote, Isabela Manzano, Chelsea Mcknight, Erin Paris and Yesh Patel.
York College of Pennsylvania: Jason Marin.
Township Council investigation into Barberio, Inglesino, Aurora, inches forward
MORRISTOWN — The Parsippany Township Council and Mayor James Barberio were back in Superior Court on Friday, July 10. At issue, a resolution which the Council had passed in 2014. The resolution authorized the hiring of an attorney to aid in the Council’s investigation of Barberio and the prosecution of township attorney John Inglesino over their refusal to turn over unredacted bills from his law firm as well as to investigate the unilateral hiring of computer expert Aurora Information and Security Risk. Aurora had previously invoiced the township upwards of $1 million. The hiring of all township contactors require Council approval for amounts over $17,500.
Barberio contends that Councilmen Carifi and Valori were conflicted from voting on matters relating to Inglesino, a conflict both Councilmen deny.
The Council retained attorney Wilfredo J. Ortiz II to lead the investigation of Barberio and Inglesino, but Barberio’s refusal to allow an investigation to go forward has left the decision with Judge Minkowitz, who replaced Judge Weisenbeck in early June.
Morristown Township attorney Vijayant Pawar, a close associate of Inglesino (who serves as planning board attorney and Special Redevelopment Counsel for Morristown in addition to being Parsippany’s town attorney) is representing Barberio. Pawar argued today that Ortiz cannot represent both the entire Council in compelling Barberio to retain a prosecuting attorney while also representing Carifi and Valori in the mayor’s cross-claim that both are conflicted from investigating Barberio and Inglesino.
Although no ruling was made, Judge Minkowitz suggested that the Council choose from a yet to be determined list of approved attorneys as it’s counsel in the matter while Ortiz remains on as counsel to Carifi and Valori in Barberio’s counter-claim.
If Barberio does not consent to an attorney from the pre-approved list, oral arguments will begin on July 24.
Valley National Bank at “Staples Business Showcase”
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) and Parsippany Staples have teamed up in an exciting program to showcase local businesses.
Frank Cahill, Executive Board Member, said “This is a great opportunity for chamber members to display their goods and services to the customers of Staples and to increase their brand awareness.”
This monthly event, “Staples Business Showcase” is available to all PACC members and local non-profit groups.
If you are interested in participating, contact Frank Cahill at (973) 402-6400.
Pictured above is Ildiko Peluso, Valley National Bank, with Robert Weaver, Assistant Store Manager, Staples Parsippany, participated in the program during July.
Peluso covers the Parsippany area for Valley National Bank and you can call her directly with any questions at (201) 280-5652.
Valley National Bank has three convenient offices in Parsippany, 320 New Road, 800 Route 46 – Arlington Shopping Plaza and 51 Gibraltar Drive.
Freeholders Approve $3.5 million in Morris County Historic Preservation Grants
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Freeholders approved spending $3.5 million from the historic preservation portion of the county’s Preservation Trust Fund to help preserve 32 historic sites and resources in 17 towns across the county.
The freeholders approved the grants, ranging from $4,151 to $300,000, during their public meeting on July 8 based on the recommendation of the county’s Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board.
Parsippany-Troy Hills received two grants totalling $188,376.00. The first grant was to Craftsman Farms for Window Restoration in the amount of $150,000 and the second grant was for Smith-Baldwin House – Preservation Plan in the amount of $38,376.
Of the 33 approved grants, 26 are for construction or restoration projects and 7 are for acquisition of historic sites or development of plans for preservation or construction documents. The largest number of awards were approved for historic projects in Morristown, Pequannock and Roxbury.
Grants also were approved for projects in Parsippany, Denville, Florham Park, Harding, Kinnelon, Madison, Mine Hill, Mountain Lakes, Morris Township, Mount Olive, Netcong, Rockaway Borough, Washington Township, and Wharton.
“This money will help finance the vitally important task of preserving and sustaining our county’s heritage. Restoring and protecting these historic buildings and sites maintains links to the past showing how this county developed over time,’’ said Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo.
“The historic restoration work done with the help of these grants will allow future generations to fully enjoy and treasure these historic sites, which enhance the quality of life for all residents of Morris County,’’ added Freeholder John Cesaro.
“The grant recipients are not only dedicated to preserving these historic sites and structures but also to preserving and sharing information and stories of significant persons and events associated with those sites and structures,’’ said Ray Chang, Historic Preservation Program Coordinator for Morris County. “Their efforts, which ensure that our county’s heritage and architectural legacies sustained deserve our thanks.”
Awards are made for projects that offer significant contributions to the advancement of historic preservation; restorations, rehabilitations, and adaptive use plans of historic buildings and cultural landscapes.
Grants are also awarded for establishing innovative documentation of our historic resources which contribute to the knowledge of the county’s past; and pioneering inventive efforts to preserve communities, buildings, archaeological sites, and other types of historic resources
Morris County voters in 2002 approved an amendment to the county’s Preservation Trust Fund to include the acquisition and preservation of historic sites and facilities.
Since 2003, when the first grants were awarded, 85 sites or resources in 32 Morris County municipalities have received funding assistance.
Melissa Etheridge to perform at MPAC
MORRISTOWN — Academy Award and GRAMMY-winning artist Melissa Etheridge will performs songs from her album, This is M.E., as well as some of her greatest hits like “Come to My Window,” “I’m The Only One” and “I Want To Come Over.” Known for her iconic voice, profound lyrics and riveting stage presence, Melissa will share personal stories about her remarkable journey through life and the inspiration behind some of her most beloved songs, at Mayor Performing Arts Center on Thursday, October 1 at 8:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets by clicking here.
Littleton Girl Scout Brownie Troop 95610 hosts ice cream social
PARSIPPANY — Littleton 3rd Grade Girl Scout Brownie Troop 95610 hosted the first ever, town-wide, Daisies and Brownies Ice Cream Social in the Littleton Gym on Friday, June 19.
Educational presentation: “Protecting Seniors’ Assets”
PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills is offering a free educational program entitled ”Protecting Seniors’ Assets,” presented by Robert Bernstein, Esq.
This information filled program will be held on Tuesday, July 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Parsippany Community Center, 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha.
Light refreshments will be served.
Mr. Bernstein has developed an outstanding professional reputation in his field and is known as a person of high integrity and trust. His specialty is in reducing very complicated legal issues to simple terms which his clients can understand. Mr. Bernstein believes in educating his clients on the various aspects of the law dealing with their particular matter and having them participate in decisions as to how a matter should be structured based upon the education he has imparted to them.
Mr. Bernstein is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and a member of the Elder Law and Disability Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association. He specializes in counseling clients with respect to providing for their retirement, and managing their assets in order to protect themselves from creditors in the event of unforeseen health issues which may arise as they age. His focus is always on protecting the client and making certain they are secure. Too often Mr. Bernstein has seen assets transferred to parties such as children without providing the protection needed for the parents as they age. Mr. Bernstein is known for establishing a plan which balances the needs of the aging parent as well as providing for the security of the adult children. Oftentimes this will involve setting up special Trusts in order to protect the parents and the children. He is familiar with dealing with Medicaid issues and making certain that the parents and family members do not take actions which violate the Medicaid Laws. He stresses to the clients the need to do advance planning in these areas as making plans when a crisis suddenly arises often creates insurmountable problems for family members.
For more information, please Mr. Bernstein at (973) 263-7351.
Par-Troy East Senior All Stars take home State Sectional 1 Title
PARSIPPANY — The Par-Troy East Senior All Stars 2015 beat Triboro 8-4 in seven innings on Tuesday at Gallo Field behind Alivia Mercuro, who collected three hits. With the win PTE won the NJ Section 1 title and advanced to the NJ State Final 4, starting Tuesday, July 14.
She singled in the first, fourth, and sixth innings. Caitlin Brennan recorded the win for PTE Seniors All Stars 2015. She allowed four runs over seven innings. Brennan struck out five, walked four and gave up six hits. In her 4 district and sectional games she has a 1.29 ERA with 36 strikeouts in 27 innings.
Radner ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with the loss. She allowed seven runs in six innings, walked one and struck out two.
The top of the first saw Triboro take an early lead, 2-0. Cavanaugh singled to ignite Triboro’s offense. A single by Monahan then moved Cavanaugh from first to third. The scoreboard lit up again for Triboro when Monahan scored on an RBI single by Vandergoot.
PTE scored one run in the first inning, and then followed it up with one more in the sixth. In the first, PTE scored on an RBI single by Mercuro, plating Meg Leitner.
PTE never trailed after scoring three runs in the second on three singles.
PTE tacked on another two runs in the fourth. A ground out scored Julz Del Viscio to get PTE on the board in the inning. That was followed up by Mercuro’s single, scoring Luisa Barone.
One run in the top of the seventh helped Triboro close its deficit to 8-4. An error set off Triboro rally. Brennan ended the game by getting Radner to ground out on a tremendous play by right fielder Alyssa Feola throwing out Radner at 1st base.
Par-Troy East moves on to the State Final 4 on Tuesday, July 14.
They will face the Section 2 winner at 5:30 p.m. at Lodi Little League. Middletown, the section 3 winner will face the Section 4 winner at 8:00 p.m. Winners and Losers on Tuesday will face each other on Wednesday, July 15 at Lodi Little Leauge at 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Correctional Facility remains in complete compliance under Sheriff Rochford
The New Jersey Department of Corrections conducted an inspection of the Morris County Correctional Facility on Thursday, June 25 and Friday, June 26.
The inspection revealed that the Correctional Facility remains in complete compliance with all regulations and requirements as set forth under New Jersey law as well as administrative code and practices.
According to a letter dated Tuesday, July 7 from Director Marcus Hicks of the NJ Department of Corrections Office of County Services “Sheriff Rochford and his staff are to be congratulated on this achievement and are to be commended for the efforts and preparation for this inspection. The hard work and dedication by the staff of your facility was evident.”
This came just after the American Correctional Association (ACA) gave the correctional facility a score of 98.6%, making this the twelfth year in a row the correctional facility was nationally accredited. The review was conducted by three out-of-state independent correctional professionals. This accreditation is one of prestige as only 160 jails of the over 3,000 in the United States have ever accomplished this feat. These two national accreditations finish up the three essential national assessments, earning the Morris County Sheriff’s Office the Triple Crown Award for the 11th year in a row. The Triple Crown Award’s distinction have only been earned by 36 of the 3,083 Sheriff’s Offices nationwide. This also comes on the heels of just having received reaccreditation from The National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) with a perfect score of 100% for all essential standards and a 94% in the non-essential standards.
Sheriff Edward Rochford congratulates the men and women of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Corrections for their continued outstanding work.
BY THE NUMBERS: THE MORRIS COUNTY JAIL (2014 stats)
Inmate capacity: 524 (452 males, 72 females)
Prisoners during June 2015 inspection: 264 (221 male, 43 female)
Average daily prisoner count for 12 month period: 300 (260 male, 40 female)
Highest one-day count during that same period: 355 (301 male, 54 female)
Average bookings per month: 283 (262 male, 21 female)
The largest number of inmates, 135 (119 male, 16 female), were awaiting trial.
The next-largest group, 56 (46 male, 10 female) were sentenced by the county.
The third-largest group, 45 (36 male, 9 female) were pre-sentenced.
The staff count was 202, according to the county.
In 2014, two staff members were assaulted by inmates. One incident involved inmates assaulting each other.
“Forced moves” — when inmates had to be relocated from their cells for disciplinary reasons– were reported 73 times in 2014.
Chemical agents were use 39 times by jail staff.
The emergency response team was used 39 times to respond to fights and emergencies.
Strip searches were conducted based on “reasonable suspicion” 1232 times, until the jail staff halted the practice in response to legal challenges elsewhere, according to Undersheriff William Schievella.
No escapes were attempted.
Some 93 grievances were reported; one was substantiated, involving food service.
There were 8 suicide attempts (5 hanging, 2 slashing, 1 “other”), but no deaths at the jail in 2014.