MORRIS COUNTY — Investment Challenge conducted by the Department of Business at County College of Morris (CCM) provides students with real-world experience in investing and life skills that are valuable to gain even during the best of times. This year’s challenge, however, was especially educational as participants learned about investing during a pandemic with turbulent markets.
Winning this year’s Investment Challenge were Austyn Zaug, of Florham Park, in First Place; Henry Velasco, of Randolph, in Second Place; and Michael Feger, of Morristown, in Third Place. This is the second year CCM has conducted the challenge. About 250 students took part in this year’s competition. All students from the college are eligible to participate.
Students taking part in the Investment Challenge, each receive $100,000 in pretend money to invest in the stock market. The winners are determined based on the performance of their stock portfolios.
Professor A. Vinay Ved, who teaches Investment Principles at CCM and oversees the investment competition, says students learn several important life skills though the challenge.
“They learn to be analyzers and not reactors and how to distinguish between news and noise,” says Ved. “Equally important, they discover that losing is a great opportunity to develop persistence. As Morgan Wootten stated, ‘You learn more from losing than winning. You learn to keep going.’”
The Business department held a virtual award ceremony on Zoom for the participants to celebrate their work and the winners, who will be sharing $500 in prize money.
At CCM, students can earn either an associate degree in Business Administration to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor’s degree or a Business Professional associate degree for immediate entry into the job market upon graduation. The college also offers certificate programs in Finance, Foundations in Business and Small Business Management. To learn more click here.
PARSIPPANY — With a major Nor’easter/snowstorm bearing down on New Jersey, and not wanting to drive, I figured it would be a good time to visit a nearby popular eatery, Kabab Paradise (Afghani Restaurant), on North Beverwyck Road in Lake Hiawatha. I would say calling this place popular is an understatement. The whole time I was there one customer after another streamed into the takeout/pick-up area of the restaurant, probably also trying to get ahead of the storm. The interesting thing, which says a lot about the restaurant, is that despite all that was going on, everyone who came in appeared to be in a good mood as a remarkably busy and very personable Farhad Saleh took a second or two to greet and welcome every one of them. A very cordial, friendly, and family-oriented atmosphere permeated throughout the restaurant.
Farhad’s father Fahim, originally from Afghanistan, opened Kabab Paradise in 2003. It was, and still is, a family-owned and operated business utilizing Fahim’s family recipes to serve authentic gourmet, Afgan delicacies right from his homeland.
Son, Farhad Saleh, who was multi-tasking at the counter, and brother Ali Saleh, both of whom apparently were raised learning the business from the master are clearly carrying on in their father’s footsteps and are now proudly sharing their family’s love of great food and professional and caring service.
I would describe Kabab Paradise as a fast-casual eatery, specializing in halal dishes. The interior is large comfortable and airy and would probably hold close to 100 diners when at full capacity. Of course, the current set up was in conformance with today’s social distancing requirements, plus it appeared most of their business was takeout, at least for tonight. Simple décor, clean but nothing fancy or pretentious, with some Afgan, inspired scenes on the walls. My server was fast, friendly, and professional. When you enter the restaurant, you order and pay at a counter in a smaller section which is set off from the larger dining area. You are then given a table number, proceed to your table, and the waitress will then serve your order when ready.
Simple décor, clean but nothing fancy or pretentious, with some Afgan, inspired scenes on the walls.
Halal, from what I was told, is somewhat like the Muslim version of Kosher and refers to the way an animal is both treated during its life, as well as how it is slaughtered and preserved. Halal is exclusively used at Kabab Paradise and is always fresh and delicious. For those who prefer something else they also offer a great menu of typically American classic dishes and sandwiches, with their own little twist. This includes a wide selection of burgers (it appeared they were all named after planets), fries, chicken wings, cheesesteaks, and more. Everything looked and smelled fantastic.
Sambosa
I ordered the Sambosa as my appetizer. This came with six home-made nice-sized Sambosa’s over a salad of lettuce, tomato, and onions. Sambosa’s are dumplings filled with ground beef, onions, garlic, herbs, and spices and served with yogurt sauce. They were perfectly cooked, delicious, and well filled. Frankly, these could have served as a meal in themselves.
They also came with a side of both green and extra white sauce. I loved the white sauce, which was basically a tangy Tzatziki sauce, which was homemade with their own twist. Really enhanced my already tasty Sambosa’s.
Mango Lassi
I should note that Kabab Paradise is a BYOB. It was early so instead of bringing along my own I decided to go with their Mango Lassi (basically a yogurt-based mango milkshake or smoothie). Try it you will like it.
As I usually do for these reviews, I ordered their signature dish for my entrée, the Mixed Gyro Platter. The platter consisted of mixed chicken and lamb, slow-cooked in a pit and shaved off layer by layer and then marinated in a blend of yogurt, cilantro, dried cranberries, and a touch of garlic, all of which infuse the meat creating a savory and mouth-watering dish.
It is then drizzled with yogurt sauce and served with sauteed onions, peppers, and mushrooms, along with a generous portion of imported Kabuli rice. Every bite was full of flavor. Kabuli is a variety of pilaf made in Afghanistan and consists of steamed rice mixed with raisins, carrots. If you do not want the raisins and carrots in your Gyro just let them know. Personally, I think they are a plus.
Mixed Gyro Platter
The platter was huge! The portions are larger than most normal people can or should possibly finish and will make a great leftover meal the next day. I do not know how I did it but being the gavone I am I did manage to clean my plate and enjoyed every bit of it.
In summary, food is delicious, very reasonable prices, service is fast and friendly, portions are generous. If you have not been to Kabab, I think you should put it on the list of places to go. I highly recommend it.
And please come out and support all our small, independent local businesses in any way you can.
Inside Dining, Take Out, BYOB, Halal, Small Parking Lot and Street Parking, Delivery.
Kabab Paradise is located at 76 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha. (973) 334-7900. Click here to view their website.
They also have locations in Randolph and Teaneck.
Kabab Paradise has catered to an array of events from corporate events, baby showers, birthday parties, and more.
MORRIS COUNTY — POWER® in partnership with Cherubs and Angels will be giving away FREE Clothing Kits to those in need. Reservations are required, and appointments will be on a first-come-first-served basis through Eventbrite only. Appointments will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the following days until all inventory is taken:
After a FREE order has been placed, you will be contacted within 24 hours providing the date and time for your appointment. WALK-INS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Once all kits have been claimed, the Eventbrite site will be closed.
Each clothing kit includes (new and nearly new): winter coat, shirts, pants, and socks.
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POWER (People Organized Working Evolving Reaching) is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established to improve the lives of people with a specialized focus on minority disparities in health, education, aging, food insecurity, health, social justice, and reform, and housing and the homeless. To learn more about Power® click here.
“I wanted to die, now I have hope,” said Holly McFee, after receiving assistance from POWER CHANGES LIVES Operation Holiday®. Holly was one of the hundreds of families who are benefiting from generous donors this Holiday season. Having to flee New Jersey to Ohio because of the sexual assault of her 9-year-old daughter Jacee at the hands of her ex-husband, Holly has found the help and support she desperately needed from Operation Holiday® and their network of donors. The truth is …. there are many “Hollies’” who need your help.
Your support can help others like Holly, senior citizens, and the homeless through direct donations that are 100% tax-deductible. POWER is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS under tax identification number: 83-1855848.
“We have reached $5,000 of our $75,000 goal in our efforts to feed, clothe, and assist over one-thousand individuals in need. COVID-19 has struck hard, regardless of socio-economic class, where people who have never asked nor needed assistance are seeking us out for help. Our team works with everyone who contacts us with the goal that no one leaves unserved . . . but we need help”, said Penelope Lopez the Chairman and CEO.
After being diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer, 20 rounds of chemotherapy, and a bilateral mastectomy in 2016, now in remission, Chairman Lopez dedicated her young life to helping those in need because “life happens”. Now, from her home office located in New Jersey, a team of likeminded volunteers across the United States has joined her to step up to the challenge to help families in need for Christmas with Operation Holiday, support Senior citizens with life-saving pre-programmed Kindle Fire tablets giving them one-touch virtual access to their doctors, pharmacies, and loved ones, and the distribution of Walmart gift cards to the homeless to purchase coats, clothing, food, and toiletries. Learn more about Penelope’s battle with Stage 3 Breast Cancer: www.facebook.com/thebreastofme
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MORRIS COUNTY — Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 211, postponing the upcoming February fire district elections, March special school elections, and all other special elections for filling vacancies to April 20, 2021.
“We will continue to hold elections to ensure that every citizen is able to have their voice heard in a safe matter during this unprecedented time,” said Governor Murphy.
“Today’s executive order will allow our local election officials to conserve time and resources, while also providing sufficient time to properly prepare for the upcoming elections.”
A decision on how these elections will be held, whether all vote-by-mail, in-person, or through a hybrid of VBM and in-person, will be determined in the coming months.
MORRIS COUNTY — This cutie came to us from a local, inner-city shelter where he came in as a stray. After this gorgeous boy was there for 4 months, we are so glad he now has more exposure and can find his forever home!
Oscar is a great mix of active and couch potato. After a nice long walk or romp around the yard, he is happy to take a nap on the couch. Oscar is great with other dogs and kids 16+. We are unsure how he is with cats but are happy to cat test for an approved adopter.
Oscar loves to explore and make new friends on his walk–he’s so friendly! His foster mom says he is a great Oscar that loves to nap right on top of her.
If you’re looking for a fun, loving pup, apply to adopt Oscar today!
If you are interested in adopting Oscar, please fill out an application by clicking here.
MORRIS COUNTY — Acting Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll announces the promotion of Margaret M. Calderwood to First Assistant Prosecutor and Christoph Kimker to Chief of Detectives.
First Assistant Prosecutor Calderwood has been a member of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office for over two decades and an Assistant Prosecutor for over twenty-five years. Prior to her promotion, she served as Chief Assistant Prosecutor, managing the Tactical Division, which included the Major Crimes, Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment and Domestic Violence Units, and the Courts & Administration Division, which includes the General Investigations and Pretrial Services Units. Prior to being Chief Assistant Prosecutor, First Assistant Prosecutor Calderwood held the title of Executive Assistant Prosecutor for five years and supervised the entire legal staff. She has held supervisory roles in various units, including Supervising Assistant Prosecutor of the Professional Standards Unit, the Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit, and the Trial Division.
First Assistant Prosecutor Calderwood has prosecuted a significant number of high-profile cases and jury trials, including high-profile murder, aggravated manslaughter/vehicular homicide, and sexual assault cases, including State v. Anthony Novellino. She has received commendations and was honored by the Superior Court of New Jersey Morris/Sussex Vicinage and Morris/Sussex County Bar Association as part of the 2019 “Women Pioneers in the Law” Exhibit. She serves as co-chair to the Morris County Bar Association’s Criminal Practice Committee and holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Moravian College and Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law.
Chief Kimker was appointed to Acting Chief on April 1, 2019, following the retirement of the former Chief. Prior to joining the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, he served as an Environmental Specialist in Morris County, in which he supervised the Environmental Services Unit, coordinating the County Environmental Health Act and the Morris County Hazardous Material Team. In October 2004, he was hired as a Detective and assigned to the Major Crimes and Arson/Environmental Crimes Unit. Promoted to the rank of Detective Supervisor in 2013, he was transferred to the Major Crimes Unit a year later. Over the course of the next five years, Chief Kimker was promoted through the chain of command while working in the Major Crimes Unit and the Specialized Crimes Division and was promoted to Captain of the Specialized Crimes Division and the Family Division in August 2018.
Throughout his career, Chief Kimker has served on the Weapons of Mass Destruction Assessment Team, was a Team Leader and member of the Crisis Negotiation Team, and the Rapid Deployment Team. He is also a certified Officer Firearms Instructor. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Seton Hall University and M.A. in Environmental Management from Montclair State University.
A formal promotion ceremony will be held in early January 2021.
The outgoing First Assistant Prosecutor, Thomas A. Zelante, is retiring effective December 31, 2020. He has served as First Assistant Prosecutor in the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office for 13 years. Amongst other matters, his responsibilities included acting as the prosecutor in his absence, overseeing the Financial, Victim Witness and Fraud Units, reviewing Internal Affairs matters, reviewing indictments, reviewing briefs, reviewing all aspects of budgeting, acting as MCPO liaison on community matters, and other administrative and legal duties.
First Assistant Prosecutor Zelante said, “It has been my honor working with the men and women of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office for the last 13 years, and I wish Acting Prosecutor Carroll, incoming First Assistant Prosecutor Calderwood, and Chief Kimker much success.”
Acting Prosecutor Carroll expressed his appreciation for the years of service by Thomas Zelante. He and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office wishes him well in his retirement and any other future endeavors. Acting Prosecutor Carroll also indicated that making these important promotions of CAP Calderwood and Acting Chief Kimker from within the Prosecutor’s Office staff demonstrates our confidence in these two talented and dedicated law enforcement professionals, who have served Morris County for decades. Carroll went on to note that both professionals possess the integrity, commitment, and skills necessary to help guide law enforcement in these most challenging and evolutionary times, and will play key leadership roles in the future of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.
MORRIS COUNTY — PBA Local #327 makes a donation to Goryeb Children’s Hospital with funds raised during No Shave November.
Last month, Detectives of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office put down their razors to raise funds during the annual No Shave November event, which is a month-long campaign to raise awareness and funding for cancer prevention, research, and education. Each participant, and other members of the MCPO, made a personal donation, resulting in $700 presented to the Goryeb Children’s Hospital at Morristown Medical Center in support of their outstanding work.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge #2078 donated $2,750 to Operation Chillout as part of a Gratitude Grant.
Operation Chillout is New Jersey’s oldest all-volunteer-only mobile outreach for homeless veterans, men and women, on-mission since December 2000. Their motto is “No borders-no boundaries.”
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Gratitude Initiative to provide vital support for the children of service members and veterans.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge #2078 is located at 230 Parsippany Road.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany received an unexpected donation of supply kits, PPE Supplies, and assorted office supplies from the local Staples store in Parsippany.
Each package, which was donated to Kiwanis, included a pack of Crayola colored pencils, a pack of Crayola crayons, a Staples two-pocket folder, a two oz. hand sanitizer, and a three-pack of pink erasers, valued at approximately $5 a care package. In addition, there were cases of supplies which included PPE supplies, staples, rulers, and other assorted supplies.
“This donation is greatly appreciated and will be put to good use,” shared Laura Wohland.
Staples donated supplies to Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany
PARSIPPANY — For over 50 years, the firefighters of the Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company have escorted Santa Claus on Christmas Eve to deliver toys and candy to all the children of Parsippany Fire District #2.
Unfortunately, this tradition was canceled this year due to COVID-19.
Instead, the RLVFC used the resources and effort for the Santa Tour to sponsor four local families in need for Christmas.
Gifts consisting of clothes, housewares, toys, and other goodies were delivered to each family earlier this week.
The RLVFC would like to thank the community for their support throughout the year, at events like the Fish & Chips Dinner, Fall Plants Sale, and Fund Drive.
It is your support that allowed us to brighten Christmas for four great families this year.
On behalf of the RLVFC, we wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and a happy and healthy 2021!
PARSIPPANY — Senator Joe Pennacchio, Assemblyman Jay Webber & Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce announce their reelection bids for State Senate & General Assembly in legislative district 26.
“I am excited to announce my reelection campaign today. The challenges that face New Jersey are great. As Governor Murphy fumbles the response to COVID-19 – leaving our seniors vulnerable & thousands dead all the while strangling our economy and our small businesses. It is more important than ever to have legislators in Trenton to stand up to the failed Murphy Administration,” said State Senator Joe Pennacchio.
Assemblyman Jay Webber commented, “New Jerseyans deserve a freer, fairer, more prosperous home. Phil Murphy and his Trenton friends won’t and can’t provide that — they are consumed by their high-tax, big-spend, and careless-debt agenda. The antidote to that agenda isn’t necessarily easy, but it is simple. Put taxpayers — not the government — first, protect our most vulnerable, and champion those who are too often forgotten: our constituents who play by the rules and ask only a fair shake from their government.”
“I have never been more energized to continue my work in Trenton. Work to support our small business community. Work to grow our economy. Work to stop the never-ending tax increases and out-of-control government spending. Work to invest in our critical infrastructure. Now more than ever, we need legislators in Trenton that are looking out for New Jersey families,” added Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce.
About Joe Pennacchio
Senator Joe Pennacchio
Senator Pennacchio was elected to represent the 26th District from the New Jersey State Senate on January 8, 2008, and was re-elected in 2011, 2013, and 2017. Prior to serving in the State Senate, Joe Pennacchio was elected to the New Jersey State Assembly from 2000 to 2008. He has currently been assigned to the Senate Economic Growth Committee, as well as the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee. Senator Pennacchio is a former member of the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee and the Senate Transportation Committee. Pennacchio has been named to the Senate Republican Leadership Team as the Senate Republican Whip.
Senator Pennacchio has been at the forefront of Transparency in Government with his efforts to bring a comprehensive, inclusive website to New Jersey. Taxpayers would be able to see how each and every dollar is being spent in a timely, user-friendly manner on an easy-to-use website; a useful tool in cutting wasteful, questionable spending. His pending legislation would also bring transparency to all levels of government. Currently, Pennacchio is fighting to protect our children by addressing bullying in our schools, working to create a New Jersey Innocence Study and Review Commission, and on the forefront of fusion technology in the Garden State. Previously, Pennacchio secured 600 acres of the former Greystone tract for Morris County to be used in perpetuity for open space and recreation. The Senator has been an outspoken advocate for his lake communities, both Greenwood Lake and Lake Hopatcong, and his office has also been very engaged in infrastructure projects located in his Essex County communities.
During his initial tenure in Trenton, he worked closely with both the Legislature and Administration in crafting and passing legislation. Much of this legislation was directed at protecting taxpayers and improving the lives of New Jersey’s children. The legislation was signed into law establishing court awarded kinship legal guardianship status, making it easier for family members to become legal guardians of children, which has become a national model, as well as legislation now law that protects orphans and their investments.
State radio station 101.5 recently called Senator Pennacchio “A Republican with principals and courage.” The Senator has been recognized as a “Taxpayer Champion” by the New Jersey Taxpayer Alliance, an “Advocate for Open Government” by the New Jersey Taxpayers Association, and a “Guardian of Small Business” from the New Jersey Federation of Independent Business. He has received an “A” rating from Americans for Prosperity who rate legislators based on their votes to keep New Jersey an affordable, prosperous, and safe place to work and live. The Senator is a retired Dentist. He and his wife Diane live in Montville Township.
About BettyLou DeCroce
Bettylou DeCroce
Assemblywoman DeCroce has extensive governmental experience spanning the local, county, and state levels – Councilwoman in Mine Hill; Municipal Clerk and Deputy Township Manager in Roxbury; First Chairwoman of Morris County Joint Insurance Fund; Deputy Commissioner of the NJ Department of Community Affairs.
In addition to her public sector experience, Assemblywoman DeCroce brings a small business perspective to the Legislature as President and Owner of Gallo & DeCroce Realtors, a real estate firm in Morris County for over forty-six years. She is also President of ABL Holding Company, LLC, a home construction company.
DeCroce was honored as one of the 50 Best Women in Business by NJBIZ and was an NJ Monthly Magazine finalist for Leading Woman Entrepreneur and Business Owner. She was also chosen to participate in The Emerging Leaders Program at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business Administration.
She has received numerous legislative awards, including the NJ Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Legislator of the Year; Defender of the Taxpayer; Guardian of the Family; MC Chamber of Commerce Public Leadership Award; Conservative Achievement Award; Boy Scouts of America Good Scout Award; Displaced Homemakers Network Outstanding Service Award; African American Chamber of Commerce Women Who Empower Award and Guardian of Small Business Award.
About Jay Webber
Assemblyman Jay Webber
Jay Webber is married to Johanna, and together the couple has eight children, ages one to 18. The Webbers live in Morris Plains, where Jay serves as a Trustee at St. Virgil Parish and is a swim dad for his daughters and a baseball coach for his sons. Jay owns and operates his own small business in Whippany, practicing law with Webber McGill.
Jay was raised in Clifton and attended St. Joseph Regional High School in Montvale and later The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. He earned his law degree from Harvard Law School, where, most importantly, he met his classmate and future bride, Johanna.
Assemblyman Webber proudly represents the residents of the 26th District in the New Jersey General Assembly. Assemblyman Webber authored the landmark Safer Schools law to protect our children and stop the problem of child predators getting jobs in schools. Jay also authored a crucial law that supports shelters for women in crisis and the communities that house them. For his legislative service, Assemblyman Webber has earned the Fairfield Police Faith & Honor Award; Outstanding Legislator of the Year Award from the Society for Environmental Economic Development; Guardian of Small Business Award; and Taxpayer Hero Award.
For his strong leadership, Assemblyman Webber has been called “the conservative conscience of the State Legislature” and “the man Democrats least want to see stand on the other side of a floor argument.” One media outlet described Assemblyman Webber’s service during the pandemic as an “inveterate watchdog mode to provide a check to Democrats’ spending.”
Jay serves on the Reagan Ranch Board of Governors, which is dedicated to preserving President Reagan’s former ranch in Santa Barbara, California as a place of learning and inspiration for generations to come. He also was a Fellow of the Aspen Institute’s Rodel Fellowships in Public Leadership, which convenes the nation’s political leaders with reputations for intellect, thoughtfulness, and commitment to civil dialogue.
PARSIPPANY — Diana Palmieri Arvidson started a petition for the town to reject the sale of Foodtown to Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, a German international discount supermarket chain that operates over 10,000 stores across Europe and the United States.
Sign the petition to let Lidl know some of the area residents don’t want them to replace Foodtown.
“Our community wants to keep Foodtown and the local store owner and pharmacy who know many of us by name. We want a store that has a deli, fresh fish, and meat; not one that sells packaged goods,” said Palmieri.
It is not in the best interest of our community to lose their local grocery store for almost two years for a store with unknown brands and only packaged food.
It’s not what we want!
Sign the petition to Let Lidl know you won’t shop in their store.
PARSIPPANY — Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Parsippany celebrates 20 years with our talented Minister of Music, Don Ehrmann, as he offers his annual Christmas Concert to you online this year, as we can not offer this wonderful holiday gift in person. Don has carefully selected 11 arrangements from contemporary musicians, and written one arrangement himself, utilizing at least 2 Christmas carols in each medley; never repeating a carol. We hope that you enjoy this Christmas concert, play it many times during the holiday season, and invite your friends to enjoy it too. We rejoice that we have been gifted with Don’s musical talents these past 20 years and look forward to enjoying many more years celebrating the love of God with Us, Emmanuel. You can learn more about at https://www.elcaAndy.org, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/St.Andrew.Lu… .
PARSIPPANY — Ryan P. Conklin, AICP, PP, GISP joined H2M architects + engineers as Senior Project Planner at H2M. Beginning on November 23, he started working out of the Parsippany, office. Previously Conklin was Principal at Collaborative Concepts LLC. Long Valley. Conklin currently resides in Long Valley.
About H2M: Celebrating over 85 years, H2M is a full-service consulting and design firm offering the expertise of more than 480 architects, engineers (water supply, civil/site, structural, M/E/P, wastewater and environmental), planners, designers, inspectors, surveyors, and scientists. Our professionals combine their technical experience and specialized market knowledge and respond to our clients’ needs. H2M is proud of its long history of client service and consistent ability to meet architectural, engineering, and environmental challenges head-on. H2M offers a practical approach, with creative results. For more information click here.
PARSIPPANY — Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care (SRLC) Parsippany Center participated in a food drive by donating 185 pounds of non-perishable food items to Parsippany Emergency Food Pantry.
Parsippany Community Center’s food pantry, located on 1130 Knoll Road, helps meet the needs of the local community by supplying food and essentials to help improve quality of life.
SRLC is an initiative of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur to offer service and bring joy to the lives of the underserved sections of society. Inspired by Shrimad Rajchandraji and guided by Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai, SRLC’s holistic, multi-pronged community support and development programs are powered by genuine empathy, love, and care of highly motivated volunteers.
The year 2020 unfolded challenges that will mark history for coming generations, and yet the world demonstrated unity in diversity in these unprecedented times! This small act of kindness is a reflection of the underlying values SRLC is passionate about. The volunteers and donors were privileged to contribute to the local community’s well being through this food drive.
PARSIPPANY — Local Hino, Fuso, and Lion Electric Truck Dealership chose to salute some of the true heroes of 2020 in a heartfelt Holiday video tribute.
Truck drivers are among those who are risking their personal health and putting in hard work and hours to bring products to stores, hospitals, businesses, etc., so H.K. Truck Center wanted to figure out a way to thank them. Although this year has been difficult for so many, it was brought to light how important truck drivers are – especially during a global pandemic.
The heartfelt holiday video highlights the simple, yet the ebullient tradition of the trucker’s salute – something that put a smile on children and truck driver’s faces, everywhere.
“After a year like 2020, we felt it would be appropriate to show our thanks to the brave, hardworking truckers that have stepped up during these tumultuous times. It just so happened that we had been wondering, ‘Whatever happened to people asking truck drivers to honk their horns?’ We couldn’t help but follow through with this concept.”
In addition to the video, they’ve included a submission form for truck drivers to submit their trucker’s salute stories from their travels throughout their careers to pass on the positive vibes. Their stories will be featured on H.K. Truck Center’s Facebook page, so if you’d like to check out these stories, follow them on Facebook.
About H.K. Truck Center
Located in Parsippany and South Plainfield, H.K. Truck Center offers new and used commercial medium-duty truck sales; commercial medium-duty truck service, repair, and maintenance; a dedicated parts department with a huge inventory of OEM parts; convenient truck rentals; and exceptional truck leasing opportunities through NationaLease. They are committed to excellence and serving their customers as the ultimate one-stop-shop.
H.K. Truck Center is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
PARSIPPANY — In an effort to improve the distribution process, Table of Hope will now distribute food through a digital registration system in Parsippany starting January 8, 2021.
All food recipients will be required to register a full name with the number of members in their family. You will be sent a confirmation email once registration is complete.
Please bring the email with you when you come to pick up your food. You can either print it or show us a copy on your phone.
This process will help us better understand the appropriate amount of food to supply to the community. Your participation is greatly appreciated.
PARSIPPANY — COVID-19 is not taking the holidays off. In fact, most health experts are warning that the next several weeks will be the most challenging our country has faced during this pandemic, precisely from our traditions of getting together this time of year. It’s on EACH of us…to protect ALL of us.
MORRIS COUNTY — Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 210. The Order extends the Public Health Emergency that was declared on March 9, through Executive Order No. 103, which was previously extended on April 7, May 6, June 4, July 2, August 1, August 27, September 25, October 24, and November 21. Under the Emergency Health Powers Act, a declared public health emergency expires after 30 days unless renewed.
“While vaccines are beginning to arrive in New Jersey, the COVID-19 pandemic is still enveloping our state,” said Governor Murphy.“As we continue to fight this public health crisis, we require the ability to utilize all resources necessary to keep New Jerseyans safe.”
Executive Order No. 210 extends all Executive Orders issued under the Governor’s authority under the Emergency Health Powers Act. It also extends all actions taken by any Executive Branch departments and agencies in response to the Public Health Emergency presented by the COVID-19 outbreak.
For the full text of Executive Order No. 210, click here.
Son, Farhad Saleh, who was multi-tasking at the counter, and brother Ali Saleh, both of whom apparently were raised learning the business from the master are clearly carrying on in their father’s footsteps and are now proudly sharing their family’s love of great food and professional and caring service.
In summary, food is delicious, very reasonable prices, service is fast and friendly, portions are generous. If you have not been to Kabab, I think you should put it on the list of places to go. I highly recommend it.
