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Parsippany Patrolman Arthur Ohlsen IV rides with Police Unity Tour

Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany Patrolman Arthur Ohlsen IV rides with Police Unity Tour

PARSIPPANY — The Police Unity Tour 2018 started at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 9 in East Hanover and headed to Washington D.C.

Police Unity Tour at the Send Off

Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrolman Arthur Ohlsen IV is riding to Washington with members of the Mountain Lakes Police Department and the FBI. Officer Ohlsen is riding in memory of his father, the late Arthur Ohlsen III of the Dover Police Department.

Officer Arthur Ohlsen III was struck and killed by a New Jersey Transit train on Tuesday, December 30, 2003 while responding to reports of a brush fire near the railroad tracks under the South Salem Street overpass.

Officer Ohlsen was directing fire department personnel to the scene when he was struck. He was flown to Morristown Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries 45 minutes later.

Officer Ohlsen had served with the Town of Dover Police Department for 18 years, and is survived by his wife and two sons. At the time of his death he was 44 years old.

Members of various police departments, including Patrolman Arthur Ohlsen, come together to pedal in praise of their fallen comrades in the Police Unity Tour. Hundreds of police officers rode their bicycles from New York to Washington, D.C., to remember those whose lives were lost in the line of duty.

Police Unity Tour

Police Unity Tour Arrival Ceremony was held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 12 at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, F Street between 4th & 5th St, NW, Washington D.C.

Police Unity Tour

There will be the 28th Annual Candlelight Vigil, National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, National Mall, between 4th and 7th streets, NW, Washington, DC, at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 13. For additional information click here.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany donated $500.00 to the Parsippany Police Unity Tour to support Patrolman Arthur Ohlsen IV. Each member, rider and support, must raise a minimum of $1950.00 to participate in the Police Unity Tour.

Kiwanis Board Member for Community Carol Tiesi, Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill, Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Chief Andrew Miller and Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation President Greg Elbin

Membership to Police Unity Tour is open to all full or part time law enforcement officers, whether active or retired. Civilians 18 years of age or older, who are employed or affiliated with law enforcement agencies and related organizations or possess specific training or skills required to safely and effectively assist the organization may apply. These requirements include, but are not limited to: dispatchers, first aid personnel, doctors, nurses, lawyers, mechanics (automobile and bicycle) and members of organizations such as the Concerns of Police Survivors, Domestic Violence Response Teams.

In May 1997 the Police Unity Tour, Chapter 1, was organized, by Officer Patrick P. Montuore of the Florham Park Police Department, with the hope of bringing public awareness of Police Officers who have died in the line of duty and to honor their sacrifices. What started with 18 riders on a four day fund-raising bicycle ride from Florham Park to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. Has grown into nine Chapters consisting of over 1,800 members nationwide who make the trip annually.

As the original / founding chapter of the Police Unity Tour, Chapter 1 is still based in Florham Park where Pat Montuore now serves as the Chief of Police.

Although based in New Jersey they welcome members from all other states as well as other countries. In addition to having members represent over 40 states they had members from Australia, England, Israel, Italy, India and Canada.

They are proud to be part of the many accomplishments of the Police Unity Tour in 2014 they were able to donate over 1.9 Million Dollars to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, bringing our total donations to nearly 16 Million Dollars.

CCM Class of 2018 Includes Three Teenagers Earning Their Engineering Degrees

Frank L. Cahill
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CCM Class of 2018 Includes Three Teenagers Earning Their Engineering Degrees

RANDOLPH — Included among the Class of 2018 at County College of Morris (CCM) are three teenagers who decided to get a jump start on college and earn their associate degrees by taking part in the share-time Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing (EDAM) program at CCM.

Earning their AAS degrees in Mechanical Engineering Technology as a result of taking part in the EDAM program are Robert Murphy, 19, of Morris Plains, and Nathaniel Petricca, 18, of Parsippany. Foody, Murphy and Petricca are the first three EDAM students to be earning their AAS degrees in Mechanical Engineering Technology. The CCM Class of 2018 graduation takes place on Friday, May 25, at the Mennen Sports Arena.

Robert Murphy

One of those students, Erin Foody, 18, of Rockaway, will be graduating with her associate degree, along with two CCM certificates, before earning her high school degree in June.

The EDAM program, which the Morris County Vocational School District and CCM began in fall 2015, allows eligible high school students to spend half of their school days at CCM and earn certificates in Mechanical Computer Aided Drafting and Engineering Technology, along with 32 college credits towards the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mechanical Engineering Technology degree. Students may then enroll in CCM’s AAS in Mechanical Engineering Technology program for one additional year to earn their associate degree, or at a four-year college or university, or pursue workforce placement.

Erin Foody

At the end of her junior year of high school, Foody had already earned 19 college credits and decided she wanted to take all her classes at CCM instead of splitting her time between high school and the college. “I wanted to take all my classes at CCM and earn my associate,” says Foody. To earn her AAS in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Foody took 19 college credits last semester and 23 credits this Spring Semester. She also continued to participate in track each day at Morris Hills High School.

“It taught me a lot about time management,” she notes.

“We’re really proud of these students who have taken advantage of this opportunity to accelerate their college education and earn their associate degrees,” says Patrick Enright, dean of the School of Professional Studies and Applied Sciences, who oversees the EDAM program at CCM.

Students in the program also get to participate in the High School Students United with NASA to Create Hardware (HUNCH) program for the International Space Station. CCM was the first college to partner with NASA HUNCH. Projects the CCM students have worked on as part of HUNCH include creating parts for storage lockers and a system for keeping storage bags away from vents.

All three students are particularly proud of the hands-on experience they were able to gain through both the EDAM and HUNCH programs.

“It’s definitely helpful to put on a resume, which I just put together,” says Murphy, who is hoping to find a job or internship in engineering for the summer.

“My family always brags that I have done work for NASA,” adds Foody.

Petricca really appreciates how both programs have prepared him for college and the world of work.

“It really helped me to get an understanding of college classes and how to think outside the box and solve real-world problems,” he says.

The NASA experience and certificates also helped him to obtain a part-time position with UPS working in plant engineering.

All three have been accepted to the New Jersey Institute of Technology where they will begin working on their bachelor’s degrees in the fall. They also note that completing their associate degrees at CCM and transferring to a four-year institution as juniors have helped them on a number of fronts.

“I thought it was good to finish here and get my degree and then transfer,” says Petricca. “It ends up being a lot cheaper to finish my college education this way.”

“It’s amazing to have this degree at this age,” says Foody of her CCM associate degree. “My friends are all making minimum wage in retail, but I am ready to start working or interning in the engineering field this summer.”

For more information on the EDAM program, call the Morris County School of Technology at (973) 627-4600, ext. 277.

IHOP donates to Parsippany Kiwanis Club

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IHOP donates to Parsippany Kiwanis Club

PARSIPPANY — IHOP Manager Edgar Ortega donates to Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany the proceeds collected during “Child Abuse Prevention Month” month. Accepting the check on behalf of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany is Karen DeChristopher, Co-Chair of Young Children Priority One.

IHOP agreed to collect donations throughout the month of April for Child Abuse Prevention Month.  Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany set up many pinwheel gardens to turn the attention to the importance of ensuring great childhoods for all children because our children are our future. Gourmet Cafe purchased all of the pinwheels which were used in the pinwheel gardens and displays.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany’s Pinwheel display at Parsippany Town Hall

And while the pinwheel can do many things — bring smiles, lift spirits, call for healthy starts for all children — the one thing it cannot do is move on its own.  Be the force that makes it move, bringing about real change for children in the United States.  Protecting our children is everyone’s job…it’s your turn to make a difference!

Since 1983, April has been a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse.  As we look upon the faces of the many children in our communities and think about all of the children around the world that suffer at the hands of others, let’s remember that April may be Child Abuse Prevention Month, but unfortunately abuse happens every day.  That is why every year, during the month of April, communities across the country come together to focus on this startling issue and on the need for widespread prevention and public awareness campaigns to reduce the number of children who, sadly, are victims of abuse.  Close to 700,000 children were victims of child abuse; and almost 1,700 children died as a result of abuse or neglect.

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Club President Frank Cahill planting a pinwheel at Town Hall
Karen DeChristopher

During a recent Kiwanis meeting, Karen DeChristopher, President-Elect and Co-Director of the Kiwanis “Young Children Priority One” program who has lead this campaign for the past four years explained, “As an organization that focuses on children, there is one goal that we are looking to achieve…to raise awareness of the many ways people can get involved in the fight against child abuse:  First, we can get educated, so you can learn to recognize the signs of child abuse, so you can be that one person with courage to step up for these children and report abuse when you suspect it.

Secondly, you can volunteer or support your child advocacy centers (Prevent Child Abuse-NJ ) by calling to determine how you can support them, because every children’s advocacy center can benefit from your support for their programs and services they provide to child victims of abuse and neglect.

And lastly, but most importantly we must help break the silence surrounding child abuse by raising awareness and spreading the word.  These children deserve a voice, because this problem has been overlooked for far too long and you can open the doors on this crime of secrecy, because we can all make a difference for these children.”

To learn more about what you can do to help prevent child abuse, contact Pamela Stalcup, Director of Development & Communications for Prevent Child Abuse-NJ at (732) 246-8060 or click here.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.  It is not religious based or partisan in any way. The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at the Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46.  We are 64 members strong and growing.  New members are always welcome. (Click here for more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany).

Countywide Household Hazardous Disposal Event

Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority has scheduled a free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off event this Saturday, May 12, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Parsippany to help Morris County residents properly discard unwanted hazardous household products that have accumulated in their homes.

The MUA also has set up three additional disposal events: June 9 and September 15 in Parsippany, and October 13 at Chatham High School, to make it easier for residents from all 39 municipalities to get rid of unwanted items.

IMPORTANT E-WASTE NOTE: E-Waste (used consumer electronics) will not be accepted. Call (973) 829-8006 for e-waste disposal information.

This Saturday’s rain or shine event will be held at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Ave. in Parsippany, at the border of Morris Township.

“These events are designed to provide county residents with a free and relatively easy opportunity to properly dispose of household items that can be harmful to the environment, and which should not find their way into the regular trash disposal stream,’’ said Morris County Freeholder Christine Myers, who is the county governing board’s liaison to the MUA.

“We are pleased the MUA provides free drop-off programs for Morris County resident to make getting rid of household hazardous waste safe, convenient and free,” she added.

Morris County residents who have done their spring cleaning projects can drop-off, at no charge, unwanted hazardous materials.

The list of acceptable hazardous materials include, pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, oil-based paints, stains, paint thinners and removers, solvents, automotive fluids, lead acid and rechargeable batteries, pool chemicals, and darkroom chemicals. (For complete list click here.)

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

Latex paint is not considered hazardous, so it is not accepted. Explosive or highly reactive materials, such as picric acid or nitro compounds, also will not be accepted.

It is important to note that these events are for residential household waste. Businesses are not permitted to attend these disposal events.

Visit the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority website for information and directions, by clicking here. The MUA also accepts household hazardous waste by appointment only at its Mount Olive Transfer Station. For information click here.

Questions? Call the MUA at (973) 829-8006 or click here.

Women’s Theater Company Presents “Our Mother’s Brief Affair”

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Women’s Theater Company Presents “Our Mother’s Brief Affair”

PARSIPPANY — The Women’s Theater Company, a professional theater company in Parsippany, presents Our Mother’s Brief Affair written by Richard Greenberg.

Our Mother’s Brief Affair by Richard Greenberg: On the verge of death for the umpteenth time, Anna makes a shocking confession to her grown children: an affair from her past that just might have resonance beyond the family. But how much of what she says is true? While her children try to separate fact from fiction, Anna fights for a legacy she can be proud of. With razor sharp wit and extraordinary insight, Our Mother’s Brief Affair considers the sweeping, surprising impact of indiscretions both large and small.

Our Mother’s Brief Affair: Starring, Meredith Johnson* Lauren Moran Mills, Tait Ruppert* and Scott Tomjack. Director Barbara Krajkowski, Artistic Associate Patricia Durante (*denotes member of Actor’s Equity Association).

Our Mother’s Brief Affair runs May 18-27 Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $25.00 for adults and $20.00 for seniors. To purchase tickets online click here or call (973) 335- 3038.

The Women’s Theater Company is located at the Parsippany Playhouse at 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha. For GPS driving directions, please enter the town of Boonton, 07005.

The Women’s Theater Company’s mission is to provide a fertile environment for the advancement of professional women theater artists and to provide quality theater for the community at large. Through their main stage, educational outreach, and new works development programs, the Women’s Theater Company supports the development of new women artists, promotes new works in the American theater, and provides entertaining and enriching productions for growing audiences. Women’s Theater Company is located at The Parsippany Playhouse, 1130 Knoll Road, Parsippany. For more information contact (973) 335-3038, or email info@womenstheater.org.

The Women’s Theater Company is proud to be a member of the New Jersey Theater Alliance Funding for the Women’s Theater Company has been made possible in part by funds for the Morris Arts through the New Jersey State Council on the Art/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.

The Women’s Theater is proud to be a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.

Letter to the editor: Resident question Focus and TapInto regarding political roles

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parsippany focusDear Editor:

As a former journalist, it is unsettling to see that both our township’s hyperlocal news outlets, TAPintoParsippany and Parsippany Focus, are run by people who have organizational political roles.

Laura Ali, Parsippany TAPinto’s publisher and editor-in-chief, has been listed as communications director for the Morris County GOP, a position she’s held as a volunteer. She was also listed in a campaign ad as a supporter of NJ 11th congressional candidate Jay Webber, a Republican.

Frank Cahill, publisher of Parsippany Focus, is a Parsippany GOP Committee member.

These kinds of political roles and relationships are normally forbidden in journalism because they violate the principal of editorial objectivity. I understand that in today’s media landscape, where municipal coverage has suffered so much, ethical standards like these might carry less weight than they used to — especially if they make it harder for towns to have in-depth local media at all. But it’s important for readers to know about these kinds of relationships. Disclosing them would also clarify any misinformation about Ali and Cahill’s editorial and political roles and how that does or doesn’t affect coverage.

This is  especially important in such a bitterly divisive political climate. No matter how objective you are, or strive to be, involvements like this create an appearance of conflict, at the very least. So I would like to see this info added to the mastheads or “about” sections of both TapInto and Focus. Readers should be aware of these things.

This letter was sent to both, Parsippany Focus and TapIntoParsippany.

Sincerely,
Carrie Stetler
Mount Tabor

Editors Note: Frank Cahill has never hidden the fact that he was elected as a Parsippany GOP Committee member. Also Parsippany Focus has given equal and fair coverage to all political parties.

Police Chief Andrew Miller speaks at Kiwanis Club

Frank L. Cahill
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Police Chief Andrew Miller speaks at Kiwanis Club

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hill’s newly appointed Police Chief, Andrew Miller, spoke to the members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany on Thursday, May 10.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano introduced Miller to the Kiwanis Members and was proud to say “Miller is the eighth chief in the history of Parsippany.” Soriano discussed with the members all of Miller’s accomplishments, awards and commendations.

Police Chief Andrew Miller was officially sworn in on Thursday, March 15.

Miller appointed as Acting Chief on March 1, officially takes the position of Parsippany’s top brass.

Captain Miller has served with the Parsippany Police Department for twenty-six years, most recently serving as commander of the Investigative Division. In addition to eight years of honorable service in the New Jersey Army National Guard, he holds a Master’s Degree in Administrative Science from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He is also the recipient of eleven awards and commendations from the Parsippany Police Department, including the Exceptional Duty Medal and Life Saving Award.

Miller replaced Paul Philipps who retired on February 28.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany raises funds and donates to the Parsippany Food Pantry, Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, Parsippany PAL Youth Center, Parsippany High School Scholarship Program, Parsippany Hills High School Scholarship Program, Parsippany Child Day Center, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey, Camp Nejeda, NJ Sharing Network, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of Parsippany, Parsippany Project Graduation, Jersey Battered Women’s Services, Family Promise of Morris County, Parsippany Little League West, Parsippany Little League East to name a few.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. Guests are always welcomed.

Kiwanis Club Trivia is a night of success

Frank L. Cahill
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Kiwanis Club Trivia is a night of success

PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany recently held another very successful Trivia Night.

It was back again, for the 15th consecutive year. The Ultimate Trivia Contest was held on Saturday, April 14 at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center. Friends, family, co-workers gathered for a night of fun.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany holds a night of Trivia

The event was a bring your own food and BYOB. Soda, coffee, water, plates, cups, napkins, and utensils were provided.

There are a few simple rules: The use of ANY electronic device whatsoever during competition will immediately disqualify the offending team. This includes but is not limited to I-Pad’s, PDA’s, ICBM’s, drones, etc. The use of printed material such as encyclopedias, almanacs, National Geographic, and the like, is strictly prohibited and of course no tweeting!

Mayor Michael Soriano was one of the judges
Greg Elbin, Joyce Garrow and Frank Cahill
The wine tote bags were door prizes
Master of Ceremonies Greg Elbin
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany holds a night of Trivia
Greg Elbin
Gordon and Susan Meth
Judges Howard and Mimi Letts
Debbie Young
Bob Young
Joanne Rich holding her sign at the table

Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio hold Mother’s Day event

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Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio hold Mother’s Day event

PARSIPPANY — Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio, 138 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha, held a Mothers Day on Thursday, May 10.

The event included presentation by Dr. Patrick Selimo, Synergy Chiropractic and a Make Up Demo and free gift by Doreen Brennan. Refreshments were also provided.

At Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio, yoga helps transform your life by connecting your mind and body through stretching and strengthening. Sun Salutations, Hatha Yoga, Chair Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Power Yoga, Laughing Yoga, Vinyasa and Mudras is a few of the Yoga techniques offered at Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio.

Nora Lustig said about Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio “A wonderful yoga experience! This is an intimate, comfortable studio. The classes are challenging while not impossible and the instruction is clear and friendly. After 20+ years of practicing yoga inconsistently, I’ve started going regularly and it feels great. It’s local and the price is right. Check it out!”

For more information call (973) 339-3222 or click here.

Prosecutor Knapp and Chief Assistant Prosecutor Seabury Presented at Annual Conference

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Prosecutor Knapp and Chief Assistant Prosecutor Seabury Presented at Annual Conference

MORRIS COUNTY — On Thursday, May 10, Morris County Prosecutor Fredric Knapp and Chief Assistant Prosecutor Brad Seabury delivered a presentation on the Heroin and Opioid Epidemic at the New Jersey Association of Counties Annual Conference in Atlantic City. They were joined by county government representatives and elected officials from all twenty one counties throughout the state. The Heroin and Opioid Epidemic is a major issue across New Jersey and it is necessary for all of the counties to work toward their common goal of combatting this problem.

The presentation educated the audience on the various strategies that the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has implemented throughout the county. One of the main tactics utilized is the Narcan 2.0 program, in partnership with the Morris Center for Addiction Recovery Education and Success (CARES). Narcan 2.0 connects people who have been administered a dosage of Narcan to reverse an overdose, with a Peer Recovery Specialist who provides counseling options and services. It has been extremely successful since its implementation in May of 2017, as 71% of Narcan recipients over that time frame have accepted the services of the Addiction Recovery Response Team.

Chief Assistant Prosecutor Seabury also emphasized that law enforcement maintains its focus on treating those suffering from substance abuse disorder, while prosecuting for-profit illicit drug dealers for their involvement in the epidemic. This includes Strict Liability Death Prosecution, which holds these illicit dealers responsible if someone overdoses and dies from drugs that they distributed.

The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and its community partners continue to have a major impact in combatting the Heroin and Opioid Epidemic. Education and prevention are keys to the success, and the New Jersey Association of Counties Conference gave the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office the opportunity to share with community leaders throughout the state the strategies that have been successful to this point.

Chief Assistant Prosecutor Seabury

PHHS students artwork on display at library

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PHHS students artwork on display at library

PARSIPPANY — Visit the Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, 449 Halsey Road and see this wonderful display of artwork created by students in the Art Education program at Parsippany Hills High School. The exhibit will on display for the month of May.

A special thank you to Erica Pizza, Kathleen Gallagher and Rachael Krehel, Art Education, Parsippany Troy Hills School District for loaning the library with these wonderful works of art so the public may appreciate the Parsippany School Districts talented students.

The PHHS Art Department offers a diverse range of lcasses to students allowing them to explore many different media and grow as young artists.

Classes offered are AP Studio Art, Honors Art Portfolio, Painting, Drawing, Multi Art, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Animation, Ceramics, and Advanced Ceramics.

Bucco bill strengthening fire safety commission clears committee

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Bucco bill strengthening fire safety commission clears committee

MORRIS COUNTY — An Assembly committee advanced legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco (R-Morris) adding four new public members to the state fire safety commission.

The measure (A2987) cleared the Assembly Homeland Security committee by a 6-0 vote. An identical bill passed both houses unanimously last session, but was pocket vetoed by Governor Chris Christie.

“The introduction of four new members will bring a fresh perspective to discussions about fire safety,” said Bucco (R-Morris). “The new voices will be welcome additions to the organizations already well-represented on the commission. The group can benefit from original ideas and priorities.”

The four new appointments would be members of the general public who are knowledgeable and experienced in matters related to fire safety.

The governor will appoint two members, and two will be joint appointments of the Senate president and speaker of the Assembly.

Candidate Tamara Harris Receives National Endorsement of Congressional Black Caucus

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Candidate Tamara Harris Receives National Endorsement of Congressional Black Caucus

MORRIS CONTY — Tamara Harris, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, was endorsed by the Congressional Black Caucus Political Action Committee.

Tamara Harris

The organization is the political arm of the Congressional Black Caucus and is focused on electing candidates to office who support and reflect a progressive legislative agenda for African-Americans.

“I am pleased to announce that the Congressional Black Caucus PAC enthusiastically supports Tamara Harris’ candidacy for congress in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District,” said Congressman Gregory Meeks, Chair of the CBCPAC. “We are confident that Tamara has everything it takes to be a dynamic and impactful representative for her constituents.”

The announcement was released today on the national committee’s website by clicking here. Click here for more about Tamara Harris for Congress.

 

DeCroce’s bill consolidating suicide prevention programs into one office at Health Department clears committee

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DeCroce’s bill consolidating suicide prevention programs into one office at Health Department clears committee

PARSIPPANY — Legislation sponsored by Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce consolidating the state’s two suicide prevention programs into one office won committee approval today. The bill (A3645) creates a suicide prevention council in the Health Department. It passed the Assembly Human Services Committee 6 to 0.

“Searching for information can be very frustrating when you aren’t sure exactly where to look,” said DeCroce (R-Morris). “Consolidating two existing suicide councils into one will result in a more efficient and effective program to help people in crisis. Better access to education, data sharing and greater public awareness of this mental health issue is key to its prevention.”

BettyLou DeCroce

DeCroce’s bill creates the New Jersey Suicide Prevention Advisory Council in the Health department. It replaces the New Jersey Youth Suicide Prevention Advisory Council in the Department of Children and Families and the New Jersey Elderly Person Suicide Prevention Advisory Council in the Human Services department.

“Suicide is heartbreaking. The devastation it leaves in its wake for family members and the community can be unbearable,” concluded DeCroce. “The real tragedy is there are resources available, but often people aren’t sure where to find them. This legislation will provide easier access.”

Suicide is the third leading cause of death for people ages 10 to 34 and the eleventh leading cause of death overall in New Jersey, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. A person commits suicide every 11 hours in the state on average.

Touch-A-Truck to be held Saturday, June 16

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Touch-A-Truck to be held Saturday, June 16
Liam Kinsey sitting comfortably in the tire of the backhoe

PARSIPPANY — The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany presents “Touch-a-Truck,” an interactive, hands-on event at which children and their families can see emergency and construction vehicles close up. The event will be held at 1515 Route 10 East (just before Dryden Way) on Saturday, June 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Touch-a-Truck creates a learning experience for kids, allowing them to look, see, touch, ask questions of the operators of the trucks, and it gives them the opportunity to meet some of Parsippany’s first responders. From big rigs to emergency vehicles, children of all ages are encouraged to explore and investigate.

This year there will be Police Cars, Fire Trucks, Ambulances, Tow Trucks, Cranes, Garbage Trucks, Taxi’s and so much more…  Face Painting, a balloon artist, music and refreshments available for purchase.

Every child will receive a goody bag full of surprises including a free child’s meal at IHOP, free ice cream cone and much more.

This is a family event. Admission $5.00, or $20.00 maximum per family.

Aside from being a great time for the family, this event helps support our major initiatives. Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. Our Parsippany based group supports and sponsors many community causes.

For more information click here, or contact Touch-a-Truck Chairman Nicolas Limanov at Ndlimanov13@gmail.com or (917) 499-7299.

Dogs Gone Wild Spring Break in Denville

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Dogs Gone Wild Spring Break in Denville

DENVILLE — “Dogs Gone Wild” swimming party will be held on Saturday, May 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Cook’s Pond Denville Recreation, 19 Entrance Way, Denville.

Off leash swimming and playing for your dogs enjoyment, picnic area and playground for your enjoyment the entire facility is fenced in and safe for your dogs. Fee for the event is $20.00. Third Annual Pup Wet T-shirt contest is a $5.00 per entry dress your pup up in a fun decorated T-shirt and then all the dogs will meet on the beach for the wet down.
Fun prizes to be won!!! Starts at 1:00 p.m. on the beach.
Dogs Gone Wild Spring Break entry fee is $20.00 for family and two dogs.  All money goes to support the Denville Dog Park and Animal ShelterYappy Hour for Small dogs begins at 10:00 a.m. Feel free to stay and play all day or just enjoy an hour of play free from the big boys.

Hot Dog, Hamburgers, Veggie Burgers and Drinks will be available for purchase.

All dogs must enter facility leashed and will be let off leash once inside. All dogs all shapes and sizes are invited.

Saturday is “Stamp Out Hunger” Day

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Saturday is “Stamp Out Hunger” Day

PARSIPPANY — The Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive is the outgrowth of the National Association of Letter Carriers’ tradition of community service, a tradition exhibited repeatedly by members of the letter carriers’ union over the years. These carriers, who go into neighborhoods in every town at least six days a week, have always been involved when something needed to be done, whether it be collecting funds for a charity like the Muscular Dystrophy Association, watching over the elderly through the Carrier Alert program, assisting the American Red Cross during time of disaster, or rescuing victims of fires, crime, and other mishaps.

Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive is set for Saturday, May 12. Leave out non perishable food by or in your mailbox for the mail carrier to collect on Saturday, May 12.

For many years, a number of NALC’s branches (locals) had collected food for the needy as part of their community service efforts.

A national, coordinated effort by the NALC to help fight hunger in America grew out of discussions in 1991 by a number of leaders at the time, including NALC President Vincent R. Sombrotto, AFL-CIO Community Services Director Joseph Velasquez and Postmaster General Anthony Frank. A pilot drive was held in 10 cities in October of 1991, and it proved so successful that work began immediately on making it a nationwide effort.

Input from food banks and pantries suggested that late spring would be the best time since by then most food banks in the country start running out of donations received during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday periods.

A revamped drive was organized for May 15, 1993 — the second Saturday in May — with a goal of having at least one NALC branch in each of the 50 states participating. The result was astounding: More than 220 union branches collected more than 11 million pounds of food—a one-day record in the United States.

From Alaska to Florida, from Maine to Hawaii, letter carriers did double duty on Food Drive Day—delivering mail and picking up donations. The Food Drive just grew and grew from that point.

In 2010, the food drive surpassed the 1 billion pound park in total food collected over its history.

Man Found Guilty of Possession with the Intent to Distribute One Kilogram of Cocaine in Parsippany

Frank L. Cahill
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Man Found Guilty of Possession with the Intent to Distribute One Kilogram of Cocaine in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announced that a Morris County Jury found Juan E. Liranzo, 33, Bayside, New York, guilty of one count of first-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute (cocaine), one count of second-degree Conspiracy to Possess a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute (cocaine), and one count of third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (cocaine). The jury returned its verdict after deliberating on Tuesday, May 8 and part of Wednesday, May 9. The Honorable Salem V. Ahto, J.S.C. presided over the trial.

This prosecution stemmed from the arrest of Mr. Liranzo in November 2015 by Narcotics Task Force Detectives from the Prosecutor’s Office and members of the Parsippany Police Department. A kilogram of cocaine was located and seized from a concealed compartment in a vehicle belonging to the defendant. The street value of the seized narcotics was valued at $36,000.

The defendant faces up to 20 years in New Jersey State Prison on the first-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute verdict, up to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison on the second-degree Conspiracy to Possess a Controlled Dangerous Substance with the Intent to Distribute verdict, and up to five years in New Jersey State Prison on the third-degree Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance verdict.

Chief Assistant Prosecutor Bradford Seabury and Assistant Prosecutor Noelle Fiorentino, assigned to the Special Enforcement Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, represented the State during the trial.

Prosecutor Knapp stated, “I would like to thank the jury for its service to the community and all of our law enforcement partners for removing such a large quantity of illegal drugs from the streets”.

Prosecutor Knapp would specifically like to thank Chief Andrew Miller of the Parsippany Police Department for his department’s involvement in the investigation, the Narcotics Task Force of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Task Force Officer George Tsimpedes and Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Detective/Supervisor Thomas Joiner.

This matter is scheduled for sentencing before the Honorable Salem V. Ahto, J.S. C. on Thursday, June 7, 2018. 

Mule Tavern celebrates with Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening

Frank L. Cahill
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Mule Tavern celebrates with Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening

PARSIPPANY — The Mule Tavern Bar & Grill was joined Friday evening, May 4, by the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso, Executive Board Member Frank Cahill, Board Members Ildiko Peluso and Nicolas Limanov, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano, Councilman Michael dePierro, Lake Hiawatha residents Gordon Meth and Al Goldberg for a ribbon cutting grand opening event.

Ildiko Peluso, Frank Cahill Robert Peluso, Rita Poole, Michael dePierro, Russell Poole, Michael Soriano, Gordon Meth, Al Goldberg and Nicolas Limanov

Robert Peluso also presented to Rita and Russell Poole, the owners, a plaque on behalf of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, and Frank Cahill, co-chairman of Parsippany Economic Development Advisory Board presented a welcome plaque on behalf of Parsippany-Troy Hills to Rita and Russell.

Vice Chairman Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Board presents Mule with a welcome to Parsippany plaque
The Moscow Mule, a cocktail made with vodka, ginger beer and lime juice. Garnished with a wedge of lime, served in a copper mug

The Mule Tavern is named after Rita’s favorite drink, the Moscow Mule, a cocktail made with vodka, ginger beer and lime juice. Garnished with a wedge of lime, it’s served cold  and refreshing in a copper mug. Currently, there are a dozen variations of “Mule Madness” drinks on the menu. Rita said “I just love them. The copper cup keeps the drink so nice and cold. It’s such a crisp, awesome drink and there’s just so many different things you can do with it. Ever since I had one, I fell in love with them.”

The party continued Saturday with a free Cinco de Mayo celebration that includes tacos and margaritas.

Owners Russell & Rita Poole are local to the area and were inspired to create an establishment where the community could gather to enjoy great meals, creative cocktails and live entertainment with friends and families.  There is great pride in the quality of the menu which consists of scratch made meals that accommodate a wide range of tastes.

“One of the main reasons we opened so quickly after closing was to help get the employees and bands back on payroll.  The prior establishment closed at the end of Dec, leaving many people after work following the holidays. Each employee was interviewed and provided with an employment opportunity.  Our current team consists of about 50% of staff from the prior establishment (Dave, Eddie, Jay, Krystal & Patti and 50% new members include (Christine, Luis, Mary, Michelle, Mickey & Todd). The legacy team has been instrumental in helping bring us up to speed on the facility and operation while the new team has been instrumental in executing our vision. Collectively, we have an awesome team,” stated Rita.

The kitchen staff is new with the exception of Chris who is the resident expert in creating amazing pies. He is a highly skilled sous chef who assists our Head Chef, Miguel who brings decades of experience. Russell is also very hands on it the kitchen and incorporates recipes he has been perfecting for years, including his famous teriyaki sauce, BBQ sauce and fall off the bone ribs.

The Mule Tavern actually opened their doors for business on Friday, February 23, spending working long hours to get everything ready when the Mount Holleran Towne Tavern closed on December 31, 2017, leaving patrons and especially the staff, caught off guard.

The Mule weekly events and specials include:

Monday – Trivia Game from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Customers play for prizes. Steamer Special, 18 clams for the price of 12.

Tuesday – 3 Street Tacos, House Made Salsa and Chips (choice of pulled pork, fish, chicken or beef) just $10.00

Wednesday – Two personal size bar pies and two draft beers only $20.00. (Gluten free add $3.00); or Two large classic pies and four draft beers for $30.00.

Thursday – Karaoke from 8:00 until people stop singing. $2.00 off wings and pies.

Friday and Saturday – Bands start at 9:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday Night. Friday, May 11, Carnaby Street; Saturday, May 12 – Overboard; Friday, May 18 – Country Comfort; Saturday, May 19 – PM Ryder; Friday, May 25 Street Hassle and Saturday, May 26 – JM Band.

Sunday – Half off all appetizers. Sunday Fun Day surprise.

Their fabulous menu appetizers include beef sliders, fried calamari, steamers, jumbo fried shrimp, chicken fingers mussels, french onion soup, and lots of favorites. The menu is complete with burgers, sandwiches, signature pies (small and large), salads, entrees, and pastas. They also have a children’s menu.

Make sure you save room for desserts which include carrot cake, chocolate fudge cake, lemon coconut cake and many more. And to top off a great meal try their coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso, Irish coffees, Mexican Coffee, and the list goes on.

Lemon Coconut Cake served with vanilla ice cream

Their current hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Prior to expanding the operation, they wanted to perfect the primary shift. They are in the planning stage to open for lunch, launch our catering menu and design an amazing Sunday brunch. The Mule Tavern is located at 450 North Beverwyck Road. For additional information call (973) 588-3564 or visit their website by clicking here.

Mule Tavern Bar and Grill

“It has been a wonderful experience meeting so many amazing people from Parsippany and all the neighboring towns. The support has been amazing and is greatly appreciated. A big perk is that we get to spend each weekend with family and friends (new and old) enjoying good food, mules and live music. Who could ask for more than that,” said Russell.

Cushman & Wakefield Marketing 11 Waterview Blvd. for Sale or Lease

Frank L. Cahill
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Cushman & Wakefield Marketing 11 Waterview Blvd. for Sale or Lease

PARSIPPANY — Cushman & Wakefield has been appointed to market 11 Waterview Boulevard as a headquarters opportunity for sale or lease. The 120,000-square-foot office asset sits immediately off Route 46, at the intersection of Interstates 287 and 80, and represents the largest, Class A user-purchase opportunity in the immediate market.

“This is an outstanding offering for a company that wants to own its headquarters space and, therefore, control its real estate destiny,” noted Cushman & Wakefield’s Jeffrey Prezant, who is heading the assignment with James Frank and Dan Johnsen, based in the commercial real estate services firm’s East Rutherford office. “And because the building is newly improved from top to bottom, it requires no immediate capital infusion. It is gorgeous space, in move-in condition.”

The three-story building features a stately pre-cast concrete façade and a full-height ceremonial staircase connecting its three stories. Each floor is finished with perimeter offices, an open-format collaborative core with work pods, and a bistro-style kitchenette with high-top tables and lounge seating. Building amenities include a full-service, 200-seat cafeteria, fitness center with lockers and showers, and multiple conference rooms. Its future occupant will also benefit from Category six wiring, multiple fiber carriers and an IT room with dedicated cooling.

According to Frank, 11 Waterview Boulevard’s visibility and location also makes it a strong branding play. “The property sits high on the north side of Route 46 and I-287, enabling prominent building signage,” he said. “The entire site projects a corporate headquarters-quality image. And the surrounding neighborhood creates a truly walkable environment that lends work/play balance, with nearby dining, shopping and recreation.”

11 Waterview Boulevard is coming available this summer. Office, conference room and cafeteria furnishings are available for its future buyer or tenant.

11 Waterview Boulevard marks the third assignment Cushman & Wakefield has spearheaded for the current ownership – a private, family-owned real estate investment firm. The team recently closed on the disposition of a 14-acre land site on Route 23 in Wayne, which CarMax purchased.

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value by putting ideas into action for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with 48,000 employees in approximately 400 offices and 70 countries. In 2017, the firm had revenue of $6.9 billion across core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, advisory and other services. To learn more click here.

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