MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Sheriff’s Office will be donating $1,500 to the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Morristown Medical Center thanks to the efforts of some of its officers who wore custom designed pink patches on their uniforms in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The pink patches personally were purchased by officers from the Morris County Sheriff’s Office to raise the $1,500.
Similarly, in 2017, more than $1,400 was raised during the same event, bringing the combined total in two years to more than $2,900.
The Sheriff’s Office will donate the proceeds to the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center in memory of Detective Lisa di Palma Bonfiglio who lost her battle with cancer in 2009.
The Morris County Sheriff’s Office joined numerous police and fire departments across the country in this annual fundraising effort to fight cancer and support breast cancer research.
MORRIS COUNTY — Hi I am Teagan! I am a very playful puppy and I love playing with my toys. I am independent but at the same time I want to be with my family and I will follow them around. I am friendly with everyone….people, dogs, children and I am even ok with the foster’s cats. My foster family is teaching me walk on a leash. It’s a lot of fun!
I am about 13-15 weeks old. My foster family says I am very pretty! I was rescued along with my brother Todd from a high kill shelter in North Carolina and I am now enjoying a foster home in New Jersey.
The breed and age of this pet is listed as is our best guess. FHDR has no background info on who the mom and dad are.
If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail Furever Home Dog Rescue at FureverHomeDogRescue@gmail.com and request an adoption application.
They do not have a shelter facility you can visit. Our volunteers foster the dogs and pups in their homes once they have been vetted and transported here to New Jersey.
Please read the homepage by clicking here to read how the adoption process works. And, please visit Furever Home Dog Rescue’s homepage by clicking here to see some of our many reviews. Please note FHDR does not adopt puppies/dogs to homes where they will be alone all day.
MORRIS COUNTY — Meet Todd! Todd is a friendly, playful puppy. His foster family says that Todd is a major snuggle bug. He wants to be in their laps at all times. Todd likes to play with toys and loves their bigger dog. Whenever their older dog is laying in his dog bed, Todd will run over and he will snuggles up next to him. Todd is learning to walk on the leash and he enjoys running around outside. Todd is good with children, other dogs and cats. He has a fabulous, good natured temperament!
Todd is about 13-15 weeks old. He has a unique brown & white coat and is very handsome. Todd was rescued along with his sister Teagan from a high kill shelter in NC and he is now enjoying a foster home in New Jersey.
If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail Furever Home Dog Rescue at FureverHomeDogRescue@gmail.com and request an adoption application.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund is accepting grant applications for the 2019 funding round. A historic resource must be listed or certified as eligible for listing on the New Jersey and the National Register of Historic Places to be eligible for a matching grant.
Friends Meeting House
Eligible applicants are municipalities, qualified non-profit organizations and the county.
Application forms, rules and regulations for the 2019 grant round of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund are available by clicking here.
Please note the following schedule:
January 30: Application Workshop at the Morris County Cultural Center;
February 28: Declaration of Intent due at Morris County;
March 29: Grant Application Deadline;
The Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation will conduct a workshop to explain the grant application process on Wednesday, January 30, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Morris County Cultural Center, 300 Mendham Road. (County Route 510), in Morris Township. A snow date for the workshop is January 31.
TRENTON – Acting Governor Sheila Oliver signed Senate Joint Resolution No. 84, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the signing of the federal Fair Housing Act. The Act, which made it illegal to discriminate based on race, sex, religion, familial status, disability status, or national origin, was a critical step toward ending discriminatory housing practices in the United States.
“I am honored to sign this resolution and recognize the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Fair Housing Act,” said Acting Governor Oliver, who also serves as Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs. “But, while 50 years have passed since the Act first became law, we cannot ignore the ongoing challenges that many face as they seek safe and adequate housing. As we strive to create a stronger and fairer New Jersey, our State must remain committed to eliminating discriminatory policies that negatively impact the health, wellness and economic prosperity of our residents.”
The resolution was sponsored by Senator Jeff Van Drew and Assembly Members Annette Chaparro, Benjie Wimberly and Mila Jasey.
“New Jersey can now officially recognize the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act,” said Assemblywoman Chaparro. “It is important that we recognize how much work has been done over the last 50 years to ensure the right to fair housing for our residents. As the vice-chair of the Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee, it is one of my main priorities to uphold and continue to fight for fair and equal housing throughout our state.”
“Segregation is a significant issue when it comes to housing in New Jersey,” said Assemblyman Wimberly. “A zip code should not be a defining characteristic for anyone – whether it be in terms of education, health, or overall quality of life. In recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, we recognize all that has been done in the past 50 years to rid of discrimination in housing policies, and the signing of this law shows our commitment to uphold these standards in New Jersey.”
“50 years ago, the Fair Housing Act was enacted and outlawed discriminatory practices such as a lack of access to safe and adequate housing,” said Assemblywoman Jasey. “Unfortunately, this problem continues to persist in some of our communities. By recognizing the 50th anniversary of this act, we are sending a message in our state that we will continue to fight for all of our residents to have access to quality, safe housing.”
Acting Governor Oliver signed the resolution at the New Jersey Citizen Action office in Newark.
PARSIPPANY — Joseph Parisi has been promoted to chief operating officer at Kings Food Markets and Balducci’s Food Lover’s Market, according to Supermarket News. Kings Food Markets corporate office 700 Lanidex Plaza. Kings has 25 stores located in New Jersey, New York and Connecticut.
Kings stores located within five miles of Parsippany are located at 191 South Street, Morristown; Del’s Village Shopping Center, 115 Hawkins Place, Boonton and Crescent Center, 184 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park.
With the appointment based grocer fills the vacancy created when president and COO Richard Durante left in April 2017 to join The Fresh Market as executive vice president of Midwest and Southeast merchandising, becoming chief merchandising officer a year later.
A 28-year Kings veteran, Parisi has served as senior vice president of operations since April 2017.
Allen Merken
In that role, he led the operations, engineering and maintenance teams and oversaw all new store build-outs as part of the company’s expansion. He started his career at the company in 1990 as a store manager and has held such positions as area director and senior director. He was named vice president of operations in July 2012.
Kings also announced three other promotions. Allen Merken has been appointed vice president of engineering, real estate and construction after serving as senior director for those areas. In his expanded role, Merken will support the company’s growth plans through direct involvement in real estate opportunities and manage all real estate relationships with landlords, real estate brokers, and community and civic organizations.
Sharon Bastianelli
Meanwhile, Sharon Bastianelli was promoted from senior director of information technology services to vice president of IT.
Kings said her increased responsibilities include driving collaboration between merchandising, operations and all support departments to ensure that IT systems support the needs of the business.
She also oversees the retail, network and programming teams.
And company veteran Kathe Benjamin now takes the post of vice president of human resources and labor relations after serving as director of those functions for the past year-and-a-half.
Kathe Benjamin
During her tenure at Kings, Benjamin has held such positions as executive secretary, HR administrator, HR manager for the home office, HR manager for stores, and manager of employee and labor relations.
“At Kings and Balducci’s, we are proud to foster and reward professional growth within the company. Joe, Allen, Kathe and Sharon will continue to lead these two brands into new territory and we look forward to incorporating their strategic input and direction,” Chairman and CEO Judy Spires said in a statement.
Under parent company AG Supermarket Holdings LLC, Kings operates 25 supermarkets in New Jersey, New York and Connecticut and Balducci’s, a specialty gourmet grocer acquired in 2009, has eight stores in Connecticut, Maryland, New York and Virginia. The company also has a Balducci’s Gourmet On The Go location in New York City and a Balducci’s Express outlet in Philadelphia.
MORRIS PLAINS — Roxie has been missing since December 17 from Morris Plains. Last confirmed sighting was at the train station soon after gone missing. She is black and weights about twenty pounds. She has tags with name and phone number and is microchipped. Some Lake Parsippany residents thought they seen her on Flemington and Atlantic, but not confirmed.
If you have any information please call (615) 496-4115.
PARSIPPANY — Elmo is an eight-year old Staffordshire bull terrier who found himself homeless when his human dad went into an assisted living facility.
Besides his sad situation, he doesn’t let it get the best of him! He is as sweet as can be! He approaches everyone he meets with a wagging tail and his long tongue flapping around.
Elmo would do best in a home with children above the age of six since he prefers a calmer environment. Elmo does great with other dogs big and small as well!
This loving boy is house trained and has moderate energy. He is fully grown at about fifty pounds and is short and stocky, true to his breed. He is quiet dog who aims to please (and snuggle!).
Elmo can’t wait to have a home to call his own again! He will make sure your days are filled with sloppy kisses and good company!
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Elmo would do best in a home with children above the age of six since he prefers a calmer environment
PARSIPPANY — Santa makes a surprise visit at IHOP, 792 Route 46, Arlington Plaza, on Sunday, December 23. Children had the opportunity to take photos with Santa and tell Santa their wish list.
Santa make a surprise visit at IHOP
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Santa visits IHOP Parsippany
Edgar Ortega, Santa, Mary Delgado
Santa visits IHOP Parsippany
Dina Abdelgaid, a server at IHOP, visits with Santa
Santa visits IHOP Parsippany
Santa visits IHOP Parsippany
Santa visits IHOP Parsippany
Maria Garcia with Santa
Santa in front of the tree
Dayna Portal, Megan Bryne, Santa, Nicola Petrazzullo and Carlos Martinez
PARSIPPANY — The neighbors in Sedgefield gather around the home of Carlos and Irma Guzman for the annual “Holiday Tree Trimming”, ate delicious cookies and donuts, drank hot chocolate and coffee waiting for the arrival of Santa.
Santa arrived by the Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department and joined the residents, greeted the children and posed for pictures. Santa also gave each child a gift.
Mt. Tabor Volunteer Fire Department Santa Tour
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Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., Michael dePierro and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani
Santa with Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., Councilman Michael dePierro, Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani and members of the Mt. Tabor Volunteer Fire Department
PARSIPPANY — On Friday, December 21, Carousel of Learning Preschool had a very special visitor.
Parsippany Rescue and Recovery escorted Santa to visit all of the children! They were so excited! Thank you so much for making so many children happy!!
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hill Volunteer Fire District 5 escorted Santa around on a Firetruck to meet children in the area, take some pictures and even get some candy from Santa. Children were happy to see Santa before he arrives at their homes on Christmas Eve.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire Department escorting Santa on Sunday, December 23
Robert Peluso, Jr. with SantaChildren of all ages were happy to see Santa
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Rescue and Recovery escorted Santa around Parsippany on Friday, December 21. They visited the the Community Center, Town Hall, Parks and Forestry and Recreation Departments.
Joyce Garrow, Mayor Michael Soriano, Santa, Riddhi, Susan Paz and Jack Weinstein from the Mayor’s OfficeMichael Sifonois, Santa, Ashley Gargalo and Joe PlesciaRafael A Ortiz, Michael Sifonois, Santa and Joe Plescia
PARSIPPANY — Morris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi, Esq., is pleased to recognize Edward “Eddie” Hansberry for owning and operating the Parsippany Deli for fifty years. Ann was pleased to present Eddie with the proclamation from the County Clerk’s Office on December 18 at The Parsippany Deli. Parsippany Deli is located at 137 Parsippany Road.
Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi reading the proclamation to Parsippany Deli’s owner Edward Hansberry
Known far and wide for their exceptional sandwiches and Irish fare, the Parsippany Deli is truly one of Morris County’s culinary gems.
A longtime supporter of the Parsippany community, Eddie is a lifetime member of Fire District #6, Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association, Morristown; Parsippany P.B.A. Local 131; founding member and Parade Chairman of the Wharton St. Patrick Day Parade, and a founding member of the Irish Association of North New Jersey Feis.
County Clerk Grossi and her entire staff share in congratulating Eddie in this milestone, and wish him many more years of success.
Edward “Eddie” Hansberry proudly holding the proclamation presented by Morris County Clerk Ann GrossiMorris County Clerk Ann Grossi reading the proclamation to Parsippany Deli’s owner Edward Hansberry
PARSIPPANY — Santa Claus and his elves from the Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company #2 visited St. Elizabeth Nursery and Montessori School located in the fire district on Friday, December 21.
The children and volunteer firefighters love this holiday annual event. One of the highlights were several different classes performing Christmas holiday songs and dance for Santa and the firefighters.
PARSIPPANY — During the Early College Signing day held on Tuesday, December 18 at Parsippany High School, three seniors announced their college plans.
The Lanigan Family: Catherine, Brian, Peter Barbara with Patrick
Patrick Lanigan – University of Hartford Lacrosse: Red Hawk Senior, Midfielder, Patrick Lanigan heads to the University of Hartford where he will compete for field time on a Hartford Hawks team that is rebuilding but heading in the right direction. Going into his senior campaign at Parsippany, Lanigan is the all-time leading scorer for the fourth year program that finished last season at 3-16. Lanigan tallied 60 goals last season and has a career mark of 125 goals and 41 assists for 166 total points.
Parsippany High School Principal Dr. Denis Mulroony, Athletic Director Mike DiBernard with Lauren Marks and her parents
Lauren Marks – FDU Teaneck Bowling: Parsippany Senior, Lauren Marks will continue her accomplished bowling career at FDU-Teaneck as a member of the Knights (currently ranked #9), very successful women’s bowling team. Marks recently took home top honors at the North Jersey Singles Championship in Lodi. She bowled a tournament high 259 game and 607 over-all score in the qualifying round to earn a berth in the semi-finals. There she easily won her next two games with a 246 and a 245 to win the girls division.
Angelo Cascio
Angelo Cascio – Rutgers-Newark Soccer: Sr. Midfielder, for Parsippany had 10 goals and 8 assists in his senior campaign and 21 goals in his high school career. For his efforts he was recognized by the NJAC Liberty Division as a first team ALL-Conference member and All County Honorable Mention. He heads to Rutgers-Newark to shore up a team that lost in the ECAC finals this past Fall.
The Casio family: Luca, Angelo, Sofia and Ileana with Angelo during his college signing day
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., would like to remind residents the Annual Reorganization Meeting will be held on Thursday, January 3 starting at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will be held at Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building, Council Chambers, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.
A regular Agenda meeting will commence immediately thereafter.
Also note, starting in January, Council Meetings will start at 7:00 p.m. instead of the previous 7:30 p.m.
Formal action may or may not be taken. A portion of each meeting will be set aside for public comment. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.
Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the American with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. Please call (973) 263-4351 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.
PARSIPPANY — Mt. Tabor Volunteer Fire Department District 1 will be driving Santa to local neighborhoods during its annual “Santa Tour” on Sunday, December 23, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Volunteers placed signs indicating where Santa will stop in your neighborhood.
Santa will be delivering goodies to all good girls and boys in the area of Glacier Hills, Powder Mill, Mount Tabor, Puddingstone and Sedgefield.
Look for the signs in your neighborhood for Santa stopsVolunteers placing signs to prepare for Santa TourLook for the signs in your neighborhood for Santa stops
MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials announced the completion of the I-80 westbound bridge over Route 46 in Roxbury, Morris County. In order to restore the normal traffic pattern on the newly reconstructed bridge, an overnight lane closure is necessary to remove the I-80 westbound traffic shift that utilized a temporary bridge.
Beginning at 9:00 p.m. Thursday, December 27, until 5:00 a.m. Friday, December 28, NJDOT’s contractor, Ferreira Construction Co. Inc., is scheduled to restripe the roadway to remove the I-80 westbound traffic shift which utilized I-80 eastbound over Route 46. Motorists on I-80 westbound will return onto the newly reconstructed bridge. The speed limit will remain 50 mph in the work zone as final construction continues.
Once traffic is shifted back to the new bridge, the temporary bridge will be removed and work will begin on reconstructing the I-80 median and abutment wing walls. Additional remaining work includes constructing a concrete island in the Route 46 median, as well as final work on curbs, guide rails and inlets.
The $15.1 million federally-funded project advanced in stages, first replacing the I-80 eastbound bridge, followed by the I-80 westbound bridge. Each two-span concrete bridge was replaced by single-span steel girder structure with concrete bridge decks. The vertical clearance was raised to 14 feet-9 inches to improve safety for tall vehicles on Route 46. In addition, the bridge piers located underneath each bridge were demolished and replaced.
In order to minimize impacts to motorists, a temporary I-80 bridge with two travel lanes was constructed in the median area, and a third lane was provided on each new bridge to maintain three travel lanes in each direction as construction progressed. Work on the first bridge, I-80 eastbound was completed in August 2018. Three travel lanes were maintained at all times during the reconstruction of the two bridges to minimize impacts to motorists. Final construction is expected to be completed by early 2020.
Variable message signs and lane closure signs will be utilized throughout the project limits to provide advance notification to motorists of all traffic pattern changes associated with the bridge replacement project. Throughout the project, NJDOT will provide information before upcoming road closures.
The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow on Twitter @NJDOT_info and on Facebook page.