PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School held their senior class prom on Thursday, May 31 at The Manor, West Orange.
PHHS students arrive in style at Senior Prom
PHHS released second “Lip Dub”
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School’s “Lip Dub” first started back in the spring of 2016.
Around that time, Mt. Olive High School released their Lip Dub and the response to it was overwhelmingly positive.
Students in Jessica Brosnan’s 11th grade British Literature course asked her to view it and then asked if she thought the administration would approve this type of endeavor at the Hills.
After getting clearance from principal Michael DiSanto, Mrs. Brosnan formed a committee of the soon-to-be seniors to help lead the coordination efforts while she served as the Dub’s official director.
They were joined by T.V. Production teacher Andrew Nicholes — the Producer of the Lip Dub — and his television production students who served as the tech crew. The first year’s Lip Dub was a single-shot style music video which wove through the hallways of the Hills, capturing the enthusiasm of the clubs, sports teams, teachers, administrators and staff as they lip synced to tracks ranging from Gwen Stefani’s “Hollaback Girl” to Walk the Moon’s “Shut up and Dance with Me.”
This year, the Lip Dub took a different approach to filming, straying away from the single shot and towards multiple shots that were woven together over a ten-song soundtrack that pulls from the 80s, 90s and 2000s. The soundtrack itself was crafted based on student voting that took place back in October. Each sports team and club was given the opportunity to take over a section of the soundtrack and choreograph their own “skit” to the given lyrics. These skits were then filmed and edited together to the final product. The tech crew students really believed in this idea from the start and were eager to produce a video with a fresh approach. They put in hundreds of hours between December to May in order to achieve our desired video for this year.
Exchange students visiting from France were also excited to be a part of the video. After watching the previous year’s video with their student hosts, they wanted to know if they could be a part of this piece as well. The committee figured out a way to give them a scene so that they could be a part of this video.
It’s a wonderful example of both the creativity and school spirit that runs through the students and staff of Parsippany Hills High School.
Credits:
Lead Dubbers
Stephanie Pascale
Luis Castillo
Preya Patel
Karan Chauhan
Adam Warner
Heather Mann
Priya Shah
Alexa Ziler
Adam Giovanelli
Arjit Pingle
William Yang
Alicia Messina
Matthew Kwan
Swaraj Pandya
Colleen Sturges
Eleni Zois
Juliet Campbell
Brittani Vecchia
Korla King
Stephania Clavijo
Kaitlyn Stearns
Alyssa Borino
Jillian Rogers
Alicia Mitchell
Meliton Rulloda
Nicholas Conti
Harrison Weaver
Hannah Ververs
Corinne Davis
Jenna Palatini
Jack Picado
Richard Laforteza
Nicolette Kelly
Mikayla Acree
Daniel Gardener
Jacqueline Pascale
Janna Belfiore
Tara Antonacci
Vritti Patel
Parth Patel
Paloma Rodriguez
Isabel Sanchez
Erica Castillo
Janelle Ponnor
Lauren McLaughlin
Francesca Bard
Steven Feng
Ananta Moharana
Crystal Tran
Aleese Mukhamedjanova
Tanvi Chopra
Taylor Leonard
Mairead Reo
Thomas Mack
Ben Walek
Taylor Bellardino
Ravi Parker
Katie Grant
Karoline Xiong
Suraj Mauria
Gaven Martung
Kelly Flannigan
Erik Holmstrom
Kyla Magparangalan
Samantha Hayek
Gabrielle Barrese
Aytana Muschajew
Geet Patel
Arjun Nagendran
Sanjay Kao
Justin Gurth
Nicholas Verducci
Tia Cherbaka
Kirsten Taylor
Victoria Guarino
Samuel Yang
Michael Gaudio
Emma Steere
Tammy Tang
Vrinda Jain
Liam Anderson
Vishal Mansuria
Juliana Urbis
Kavan Desai
Joshua Esperanza
Faculty Lead Dubbers:
Erica Pizza
Rachael Krehel
Adam Pavese
Steven Bechtler
Linda Puso
Elizabeth Mejia
Monica Sierchio
Patrick Long
Michael DiSanto, Principal
Administration, Teachers and Students of Parsippany Hills High School
Ronald Cupitt & Staff
Students and Faculty of Lycée Bascan in Rambouillet, France
Advisors:
Jessica Brosnan
Andy Nicholes
Tech Crew:
Josh Esperanza – Camera Operator & Editor
Nick Conti
Colin Aguesseau
Jared Stock
Joey Reeber
Former Associates of Biodiagnostic Laboratory Sentenced to 21 Month Prison
PARSIPPANY — Two former associates of Parsippany based Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services were each sentenced to 21 months in prison for their roles in a test referral bribery scheme, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced. Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services was located at 181 New Road.
Cliff Antell, 43, of Rumson, and Craig Nordman, 39, of Whippany, previously pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Stanley R. Chesler to informations charging each with one count of conspiracy to violate the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Federal Travel Act and one count of money laundering. Judge Chesler imposed the sentences in Newark federal court.
According to documents filed in this case and statements made in court:
Nordman was a BLS employee and the CEO of Advantech Sales LLC – an entity used by BLS to make illegal payments. Antell was an associate who used an entity – Brown’s Dock Consulting – to disguise the bribe payments to doctors.
The investigation has resulted in 53 convictions – 38 of them doctors – in connection with the bribery scheme, which its organizers have admitted involved millions of dollars in bribes and resulted in more than $100 million in payments to BLS from Medicare and various private insurance companies. It is believed to be the largest number of medical professionals ever prosecuted in a bribery case. The investigation has recovered more than $15 million through forfeiture. On June 28, 2016, BLS, which is no longer operational, pleaded guilty and was required to forfeit all of its assets.
In addition to the prison terms, Judge Chesler sentenced Antell to three years of supervised release and fined him $10,000. Nordman was sentenced to one year of supervised release.
U.S. Attorney Carpenito credited special agents of the FBI, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Gregory W. Ehrie in Newark; inspectors of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, under the direction of Acting Inspector in Charge Judy Ramos; IRS–Criminal Investigation, under the direction of Acting Special Agent in Charge Bryant Jackson in Newark; and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Scott J. Lampert, with the ongoing investigation.
The government is represented by Senior Litigation Counsel Joseph N. Minish; Assistant U.S. Attorney Danielle Alfonzo Walsman, Co-Chief of the Public Protection Unit; Jacob T. Elberg, Chief of the U.S. Attorney’s Office Health Care and Government Fraud Unit in Newark; and Senior Litigation Counsel Barbara Ward of the office’s Asset Recovery and Money Laundering Unit.
Carol Carifi, 75, passed away
PARSIPPANY — Carol (nee-Barrett) Carifi, 75, passed away on Tuesday, May 29 at her home in Parsippany.
Carol was born and raised in Brooklyn. She lived in Parsippany for over 43 years.
Carol worked at Chubb Life Insurance Company as a Customer Service Agent in Parsippany for many years before retiring.
She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary District 3 Fire Department for over 40 years.
Survivors include her husband of 53 years. Paul; her sons: Paul Jr. and Laura and James and his wife, Julie; her brother, Albert; her sister, Gloria Nodell and her four grandchildren: Justin, Jaclyn, Jonathan and Tyler.
Her visitation will be on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Par-Troy Funeral Home, 95 Parsippany Road.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at the Par-Troy Funeral Home, 95 Parsippany Road. Cremation: Private.
In lieu of flowers please make donations in Carol’s memory to, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 300 Memphis, TN 38148.
Parsippany Resident Among Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Program
SOUTH ORANGE — Seton Hall University welcomed its baccalaureate class as the newest group of alumni on May 21, including eight scholars from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Program.
Reverend Forrest Pritchett, director of the program, said, “We create an environment where students can deliver quality programming on campus, as well as design programs for elementary and middle school populations that motivate, give vision and agency to the children’s futures. We are pleased that we are producing MLK Scholar graduates that conform to this and other statements of Dr. King’s on education. We build hope by developing critical analysis of current rhetoric and we build new paradigms for progress. As Rev. Dr. King stated, ‘To save man from the morass of propaganda, in my opinion, is one of the chief aims of education.’ ”The MLK Leadership Program was established in 1970, and is the oldest and most prestigious servant leadership program at Seton Hall University, as well as one of the earliest programs of its kind in the United States. It provides participants with tuition scholarships, leadership and management skills, and opportunities for community service and research involving values and social justice. They also participate in the Martin Luther King Scholarship Association (MLKSA), an award-winning honor society on campus.
Students selected for this program currently maintain a GPA average of 3.5, and work to embody Seton Hall’s mission of service and leadership in their everyday lives.
Parsippany resident Maria Mangru graduated with a B.S. from the College of Arts and Sciences, majoring in Biology, Cum Laude, and will continue in the dual degree 3+3 program to receive a D.P.T. in Physical Therapy through the School of Health and Medical Sciences. She is a 2014 Graduate of Parsippany Hills High School.
Her Organizational Involvements included: MLKSA (2014-2018); Member of Biology Society (2014-2017); Member of American Chemical Society (2016-2017) and Organization of Physical Therapy Students (2017-2020).
She belonged to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Scholarship Association: Class Representative 2014-2015; Secretary 2015-2016; President 2016-2017 and Class Representative 2017-2018.
Her Organization of Physical Therapy Students included Class Representative Summer and Fall 2017; Recording Secretary Fall 2017-Spring 2018 and President Summer 2018 – Spring 2019.
Seton Hall Leadership Fellows Program 2017-2018
Volunteer Achievements: Completed 162.5 hours from Freshman to Junior year. She currently has completed 100 hours.
During her senior year, she received the Bronze Presidential Service Award for completing a total of 108 hours in an academic year.
Maria’s Awards/Honorary Societies include: Dean’s List: Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017; MLKSA Scholar of the Year Award: 2014-2015 and 2015-2016; 2017 Seton Hall Student Leadership Awards: Community Impact Award.
2018 Seton Hall Student Leadership Awards: Leadership Fellows Program Honors: Cum Laude.
During the Summer of 2014 she had an Internship at SportsCare Physical Therapy. After completing the internship, she was hired as a part time physical therapist aide. She has worked there every semester since freshman year. Senior year, and was recognized in Seton Hall Leadership Fellows Program.
Her great work as an MLK Scholar has been working on the executive board from 2015-2017. During that time on the executive board, she was able to plan two educational scholar trips, which she is very proud of. During the Spring of 2016, she was able to take scholars and students to Boston, Massachusetts. During this trip, they visited the African American History Museum. During Spring 2017, and were able to expand our travels to Washington D.C. where they were able to take two buses full of scholars, faculty, alumni, students, and family members. During this trip, they visited the newest Smithsonian venue, the National Museum of African American History and Culture as well as the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument. Planning these trips was not easy but she is glad that the hard work payed off. She hopes these two trips will inspire the organization to continue to plan educational spring trips, which can eventually be expanded.
Maria’s post-graduation plan is to continue in the Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate program at Seton Hall University. Her future plans involve working in an outpatient setting and eventually branching off into the private practice setting. She also wants to become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).
One of the country’s leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall has been developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856. Home to nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and offering more than 90 rigorous academic programs, Seton Hall’s academic excellence has been singled out for distinction by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report and Bloomberg Businessweek.
Seton Hall embraces students of all religions and prepares them to be exemplary servant leaders and global citizens. In recent years, the University has achieved extraordinary success. Since 2009, it has seen record-breaking undergraduate enrollment growth and an impressive 93-point increase in the average SAT scores of incoming freshmen. In the past decade, Seton Hall students and alumni have received 24 Fulbright Scholarships as well as other prestigious academic honors, including Boren Awards, Pickering Fellowships, Udall Scholarships and a Rhodes Scholarship. In the past five years, the University has invested more than $150 million in new campus buildings and renovations. And in 2015, Seton Hall launched a School of Medicine as well as a College of Communication and the Arts. A founding member of the Big East Conference, the Seton Hall Pirates field 14 NCAA Division I varsity sports teams.
The University’s beautiful main campus is located in suburban South Orange, New Jersey, and is only 14 miles from New York City — offering students a wealth of employment, internship, cultural and entertainment opportunities. Seton Hall’s nationally recognized School of Law is prominently located in downtown Newark. The University’s new Interprofessional Health Sciences (IHS) campus in Clifton and Nutley, N.J. will open in the summer of 2018. The IHS campus will house Seton Hall’s College of Nursing and School of Health and Medical Sciences as well as the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at Seton Hall University.
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Christine Pan is graduating from Newark Academy
PARSIPPANY — Christine Pan of Parsippany is among the 101 high school seniors from Newark Academy in Livingston who will receive her diploma at Commencement Exercises on Sunday, June 10. Pan is graduating Newark Academy as an International Baccalaureate Diploma Candidate.
Recently, the Parsippany Board of Education approved a Senior Project proposal from Christine Pan. Ms. Pan has been working during the month of May with Mr. Aguanno, Central Middle School Chorus Teacher, so that she can immerse herself in the experience of teaching chorus. She is required to complete 50 hours to complete her project.
Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at New York University and Neurobiologist Dr. Thomas Carew will deliver the keynote address. He is a distinguished teacher, researcher, and educational leader whose research interests center on the behavioral, cellular, and molecular analyses of learning and memory, and information processing in identified neuronal networks.
Founded in 1774, Newark Academy has a rich history as an independent, coeducational school, for grades 6-12, located on a beautiful 68-acre campus in northern New Jersey. The mission of Newark Academy is to “contribute to the world engaged individuals instilled with a passion for learning, a standard of excellence, and a generosity of spirit.”
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Parsippany remembers the men and women who died while serving
PARSIPPANY — Memorial Day in the United States is a time for remembering the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. armed forces. A beautiful spring morning drew a crowd of over 50 people who gathered at Veterans Memorial Park Monday to mark Memorial Day with a solemn ceremony.
The ceremony began 10:00 a.m., and was emceed this year by VFW and American Legion member, Councilman Michael dePierro.
As customary, members of the VFW and American Legion, conducted a “Laying of the Wreaths” ceremony in front of the Veterans Memorial statue; the VFW Rifle Squad saluted and Taps was played by Anthony Paterno, Parsippany High School, Boy Scout Troop 173.
The special guest and keynote speaker was Siobhán Fuller-McConnell, mother of Derek McConnell. Siobhan is an American Gold Star Mother.
Derek Tra McConnell was injured in Afghanistan on July 23, 2011, was called to eternal rest on March 18, 2013. Derek suffered amputations of both legs, the left leg from the hip, traumatic injury to his right arm leaving him with limited function, as well as other injuries. Derek did not let his injuries get him down. His sense of humor, never quit attitude, and passion for life were infectious. Derek graduated from West Essex High School in North Caldwell in 2008, and moved to Parsippany in August 2009. He enlisted in the US Army in January 2010, and was stationed at Fort Drum, NY. He deployed to Afghanistan in March 2011.
Parsippany High School Choir sang the “National Anthem” and “Amazing Grace”. The Color Guards of American Legion Post 249 and VFW Post 10184 participated in the ceremonies.
“The ceremony was very touching. To hear Sergeant Derek McConnell’s mother Sibohán speak brought tears to my eyes and reinforced for me the reason for this annual ceremony: to remember those who have fought for our uniquely American values of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I am the mom of a son and cannot fathom such sacrifice. I am thankful to Sgt. McConnell and all of our soldiers and I hope the day brought many families a sense of honor from our town,” said Councilwoman Emily Peterson.
“It’s very important to keep them in our hearts and minds. And honor them with services like this,” said Robert Peluso, President Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
Parsippany holds Annual Memorial Day Parade
PARSIPPANY — Memorial Day is a time to remember the brave military men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation, while also honoring those who serve today.
The sidewalks along North Beverwyck Road were lined with residents who came out to thank the men and women who have fought and continue to fight for our Freedom.
The parade started at 12:00 Noon at North Beverwyck Road at Katherine Drive and ended at the reviewing stand on North Beverwyck Road at Volunteers Park.
Memorial Day is not all sunshine, car clearance sales, department store sales, vacationing at the shore or hot dogs — it’s a day for remembrance. It was originally called Decoration Day.
To honor the deceased, soldiers would decorate graves of their fallen comrades with flowers, flags and wreaths. Hence Decoration Day. Although Memorial Day became its official title in the 1880s, the holiday wouldn’t legally become Memorial Day until 1967.
Vote Cesaro and Dunn for Freeholder Tuesday, June 5
Dear Editor,
It is my great pleasure to give my strongest endorsement to the Freeholder ticket of John Cesaro and Aura Dunn.
John and Aura are two of the finest, most experienced professionals serving in the public arena today. The taxpayers of Morris County will be well-served by electing them as their representatives on the Freeholder Board. If Integrity and Honesty count for something, then the choice is clear – Cesaro and Dunn.
I urge every Morris county voter to head to the polls on Tuesday, June 5 and vote for John Cesaro and Aura Dunn.
Senator Joseph Pennacchio
Hannah Shoshan Named to the University of Vermont Dean’s List
PARSIPPANY — Hannah Shoshan has been named to the University of Vermont Dean’s List. She is a graduate of Parsippany High School, Class of 2017.
To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school.
Since 1791, the University of Vermont has worked to move humankind forward. Committed to both research and teaching, UVM professors — world-class researchers, scholars, and artists — bring their discoveries into the classroom and their students into the field. Located in Burlington, Vermont, one of the nation’s most vibrant small cities and top college towns, UVM is a Public Ivy and top 100 national research university educating 10,513 undergraduate students, 1,542 graduate students, 826 certificate and non-degree students, and 459 M.D. students in the Larner College of Medicine.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany welcomes Perla Gangadharan
PARSIPPANY — At a recent breakfast meeting, Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill inducted a new member, Perla Gangadharan.
“Kiwanis is something so good that each of us loves to share it. What better way to show our love for our club and our community than to welcome a new member into our club? Today we’re very pleased to welcome Perla Gangadharan to the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany,” said President Frank Cahill.
Perla was sponsored by longtime member, Joyce Garrow.
Cahill continued “We welcome you to this global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. Would you, Joyce, please place the pin on Perla’s lapel? Perla, by presenting you with this certificate of membership, I welcome you, on behalf of the entire membership, into the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.”
A new member for our club means new ideas, new enthusiasm, greater fellowship—and greater service.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets at the Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46 every Thursday morning at 7:15 a.m. If you are interested in joining our dedicated volunteers, join us for breakfast. For additional information you can email Frank Cahill at flcahill@parsippanykwianis.org. Children in communities across the world have the opportunity to thrive, prosper and grow because of the 18.5 million hours of community service donated annually by Kiwanis members.
VFW honors two servicemen at Lake Hiawatha ceremony
PARSIPPANY — A Memorial Day ceremony was held in Lake Hiawatha Park. The ceremony honored the two servicemen who lost their lives in Vietnam. The services were held by VFW Post 10184.
The group honored our Lake Hiawatha sons who made the supreme sacrifice in Vietnam.
The two servicemen are CWO John Peter Koob, United States Army, and PFC Donald Lee Wickline, Jr., United States Army.
Chief Warrant Officer John Peter Koob was part of the 295TH ORD CO, ARMY SPT CMD DANANG, 1ST LOG CMD, USARV, Army of the United States. He was born on March 30, 1931 and killed in action on December 17, 1968. He started his tour of duty on September 25, 1968 and was 37 at the time of his death. His death occurred in Quang Tin Province, South Vietnam.
Private First Class Donald Lee Wickline, Jr., was part of the C CO, 1ST BN, 502ND INFANTRY, 101ST ABN DIV, USARV, Army of the United States. He was born on June 6, 1946 and was killed in action on June 15, 1969. He started his tour of duty on March 31, 1969 and was 23 at the time of his death. His death occurred in Quang Nam Province, South Vietnam.
Others in attendance included Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano, Councilman Michael dePierro and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani.
IHOP is holding a job fair
CEDAR KNOLLS — IHOP is opening a new location in Cedar Knolls and is holding a job fair. They are recruiting for full and part-time servers, hosts, cooks, facility and maintenance positions.
Some of the benefits include health insurance for full time employees; weekly incentive programs; employee discount for you and your family; flexible scheduling; opportunities for growth within the company.
The job fair will be held on Friday, June 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 102 East Hanover Avenue, Cedar Knolls. For more information call (201!) 359-4444 or email cedarknollsihop@gmail.com.
Parsippany Hills Key Club visits Kiwanis Club
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School Key Club visited Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany for breakfast on Thursday, May 24.
The students had the opportunity to tell the club all of their projects they achieved for the school year, and the awards they won at Key Club District Convention.
Bands Together Against Brain Tumors to hold charity concert and benefit
PARSIPPANY — The annual “Bands Together Against Brain Tumors” charity concert and benefit will be held Sunday, June 10 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Knoll Country Club East, 1200 Knoll Road.
This family friendly event features live music by three awesome local bands – The Denigrators, Overboard and Fish Out of Water. There is also plenty of fun for the entire family, including games, face painting, photo booth, strolling magic, a silent auction and more! Ticket price includes hot and cold appetizers, an ice cream sundae bar, non-alcoholic beverages, and a chance to win some fabulous door prizes. A cash bar will also be available!
All proceeds go to the Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation in honor of three local families. Joey Clayton from Rockaway who fought bravely for 14 months, before gaining his angel wings in February 2016 at the age of eight. In 2013, Juliana Donnelly from Caldwell was just six-years old when she lost her 16 month battle. Sean Ries from Mt. Tabor was diagnosed in 2012 at the age of four. He’s undergone multiple brain surgeries since then and learned just last year that his tumor is back and his fight is not over.
Don’t miss this fantastic event filled with music, laughter and fun, and a great way to show your support for Team Joey, Team Juliana and TEAMSean!
The Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation was founded by six families who were frustrated by a lack of funding for research for rare and inoperable brain tumors. They formed the foundation to support the research at the Children’s Brain Tumor Project at Weill Cornell. The project, led by Dr. Mark Souweidane and Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield, gives hope to the children and families facing the heartbreaking diagnosis of rare or inoperable pediatric brain tumors. Determined to make a difference in the fight against these killers, the Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation is committed to raising awareness and funds for the Children’s Brain Tumor Project. The Children’s Brain Tumor Family Foundation is a volunteer based 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Learn more click here.
Cockatiel found in the area of Ridge Road
PARSIPPANY — This very friendly cockatiel was found on Monday, May 28 in the area of Ridge Road and Haddonfield Drive.
If you or someone you know may be missing it, please contact the Parsippany Animal Control and Shelter by calling (973) 263-7083.
Parsippany Animal Control and Shelter is located at 1069 Parsippany Boulevard.
Parsippany Animal Control and Shelter is open Monday through Friday: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
Meet Sonia! She is a 10-month old Chihuahua who is looking for a home
PARSIPPANY — Meet Sonia! She is a 10-month old Chihuahua who is as cute (and small) as a button! She is a petite girl weighing in at about six pounds – the perfect sized lap dog!
Sonia and her siblings were rescued from a hoarding situation. They received very little socialization until they went into foster care. Sonia has been making progress every day in her foster home and will eventually blossom into a confident pup. She is still shy and wary when it comes to strangers, but once she warms up to you, she will never leave your side.
Sonia enjoys wearing sweaters and cozying up to her foster mom on the couch! She loves being held and sitting on your lap! She gets very excited to see you after a few hours of being away. She covers you in kisses and wags her little tail a mile a minute!
She sleeps through the night in her crate but also doesn’t mind sharing the bed with you! She is working on house training and leash training. It is best Sonia goes to a quiet home with kids above the age of 13.
Sonia has never been around other dogs besides her siblings so she is working on branching out and getting comfortable with others. For now, she does well with dogs who have the same laid-back temperament as her but she has been making progress towards becoming a social butterfly. Sonia would be fine in a home with cats.
It is important that Sonia continues to receive proper socialization in her forever home so she can reach her full potential. After spending the beginning years of her life neglected, she can’t wait to explore what is out there and will need a patient owner to show her the way!
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Parsippany Teachers’ Association Names 2018 Scholarship Winners
PARSIPPANY —Two Parsippany seniors will share a $500 cash award from the Parsippany-Troy Hills Education Association (PTHEA), as winners of the 2018 John Capsouras Faculty Scholarship. The annual award is funded by the 750 teacher members of the PTHEA.
The grant was established by long time Parsippany Business teacher and Association President John Capsouras, as recognition of outstanding students of Business. Since his passing in 2012, the annual award has borne his name.
The 2017 John Capsouras Faculty Scholarship award winner from Parsippany High School is Vincent Prezioso, who will receive $250.
The Parsippany Hills High School student selected to receive the $250 prize is Shivani Patel.
Both recipients are seniors currently studying Business in their respective schools and were selected as winners by their teachers of Business. The students will receive their prizes at formal senior awards ceremonies at each school: Parsippany Hills High School, Monday, June 4; Parsippany High School, Tuesday, June 12.
DeCroce bill recreating science, innovation and technology commission advances
PARSIPPANY — A bill sponsored by Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce and Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips helping make New Jersey one of the most innovative states in the country in science and technology received Assembly approval today. The legislation (A3652) recreates the NJ Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology in the Department of Treasury.
“New Jersey’s highly educated labor force and uniquely advantageous location for international trade has made our state a leader in the pharmaceutical and technology industries,” said DePhillips. “This commission will focus on creating incentives and tax credits to keep the pharma, medical device and biotech industries here in New Jersey—instead of fleeing to competitor states.”
The 17-member commission will promote research and entrepreneurship in science and technology. Members will appoint an Innovation Council to determine how to stimulate technology transfer between public and private research institutions of higher education and industry.
“I am proud to support a bill that will help to incentivize and grow innovation jobs in our state,” said DeCroce (R-Morris). “New Jersey must remain competitive in attracting new biotechnology companies to invest here and, more importantly, stay here. I believe this bill will help facilitate the cooperation amongst those in the public and private sector to ensure our state’s status as a hub for success and show our serious commitment to the life sciences industry.”
The U.S. will spend an estimated $553 billion on research and development in 2018, more than any other country in the world and over a quarter of the global total. New Jersey is ranked as the eleventh most innovative state in the nation, according to a recent study by WalletHub. Neighboring states Delaware ranked ninth; Connecticut, thirteenth; New York, twenty-second, and Pennsylvania, twenty-sixth.
DePhillips noted that Massachusetts and California have similar state-level councils that help foster and attract science, innovation and technology related businesses. Both states consistently lead the country in those respective fields – Kendall Square in Cambridge, Mass., and Silicon Valley in Santa Clara County, Calif.
The bill is supported by BioNJ and the state’s life sciences industry.
Mill Creek Celebrates Opening of Modera Parsippany
PARSIPPANY — Mill Creek Residential, a leading multifamily investor and operator specializing in premier apartment home communities across the U.S., announced the opening Modera Parsippany, its newest development community in New Jersey.
The community celebrated its official grand opening Thursday, May 17, at an event joined by Parsippany Mayor Michael Soriano, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso, Board members Frank Cahill and Nicolas Limanov, Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Michael dePierro and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani, Mill Creek Residential, as well as leaders from the Parsippany-Troy Hills business community.
Modera Parsippany is addressing the ever-growing need for upscale housing to serve the robust workforce in Morris County. The 212-residence community is uniquely situated nearby numerous Fortune 500 headquarters and a vibrant assortment of shops, restaurants and entertainment destinations.
The well-appointed residences at Modera Parsippany will include a mix of studios, one- and two-bedroom homes, with rents starting at $1,775 for studios and ranging up to $3,525 for the largest two-bedroom homes. Each residence will feature curated, elegant interiors with contemporary wood plank-style flooring and stunning quartz countertops paired with expansive chef-inspired kitchen islands. Additional features will include state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances, generous walk-in closets, and lavish tiled soaking tubs.
“The opening of Modera Parsippany speaks to the increasing demand for attractive housing with upscale amenities for the area’s workforce” said Mayor Michael Soriano. “As Parsippany-Troy Hills continues to grow, thanks to new businesses and residents, it is vital that the township offer well-located, cutting-edge, living options like Modera Parsippany.”
Mill Creek has a proven philosophy of tailoring its development communities to each community’s locale, and Modera Parsippany will be no different. Modera Parsippany features thoughtfully designed lifestyle amenities including a spacious two-floor fitness center with yoga studio, a hotel-inspired salt water swimming pool with sun deck, a designer clubroom with bar and lounge, and keyless entry systems throughout the building. Other premium amenities include a car care station, a package concierge, dry-clean valet, a pet-grooming station and dedicated parking for each community member.
“As our third community in Morris County, Modera Parsippany signifies Mill Creek’s commitment and belief in Northern New Jersey as a great place to live for families, young professionals, and empty nesters alike,” said Russell Tepper, senior managing director. “Located at the nexus of one of the region’s most important centers of employment and transportation, Modera Parsippany provides residents with the best of both worlds: the distinct luxury lifestyle amenities expected from an upscale urban apartment community, with the comfort and sense of community of a great suburban setting.”
On-trend with flexible work culture, Modera Parsippany residents will have access to world-class workspace right at their doorsteps with a fully-equipped conferencing facility outfitted with a signature coffee bar, Wi-Fi and ample telework venues. For commuters, Modera Parsippany is ideally located within walking distance to NJ Transit bus service, and less than an hour ride from New York’s Port Authority Bus Terminal. The community is also less than five minutes from Interstate 80 and Route 46, with both offering direct access to New York City in just 45 minutes. Residents will be just minutes from Interstate 287, which provides easy access to the surrounding communities that many Fortune 500 employees call home.
The community comes to market on the heels of the highly successful Modera 44 as well as Modera 55’s early leasing success in Morristown, which is nearly complete.
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Mill Creek Residential Trust LLC is a national multifamily company focused on the development, acquisition and operation of apartment communities in targeted markets nationwide. The company proactively pursues development, acquisition and construction opportunities through its seasoned team of real estate professionals in 14 offices across the United States. Mill Creek is building its portfolio in many of the nation’s most desirable apartment markets in Seattle, Portland, the San Francisco Bay area, Southern California, Denver, Dallas, Austin, Houston, South Florida, Tampa, Orlando, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., New Jersey, New York, and Boston. As of December 31, 2017, the company’s portfolio comprises of 71 communities representing over 19,100 apartment homes that are operating and/or under construction. For more information click here.