PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6 Cerbo Parsippany Greenhouse (and its vendors) will be matching 50% of all sales from Bonide products, to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS).
When a customer purchases selected Bonide products, control products, fertilizer, and grass seeds a matching donation of 50% of sales on their lines to the charity. We have chosen the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). Melissa Cassafranca, an active member of LLS, will be at Cerbo Parsippany Greenhouse both days to explain uses of the products and to offer free blood pressure testing and will have some giveaways.
Cerbo Parsippany Greenhouse is located at 440 Littleton Road.
The Parsippany Farmers Market returns at the Cerbo Parsippany Greenhouse starting on Saturday, June 16 and run every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. until the end of October.
“My great-grandfather started the company 105 years ago, and it began as a roadside farmer’s market in the same spot,” said Tyler Cerbo, a fourth-generation operator of Cerbo’s Greenhouse and Nursery on Littleton Road.
Expanding over the years to include trees, shrubs, greenhouse flowers and a retail store — businesses that have fallen off in recent years — Cerbo’s took another step forward with the establishment of a community-supported agriculture program.
Cerbo’s Parsippany Greenhouse has a large assortment of items for your seasonal flowers, trees & shrubs, plus soil and landscaping.
Long-running nursery carrying seasonal flowers, trees & shrubs, plus soil & landscaping products.Long-running nursery carrying seasonal flowers, trees & shrubs, plus soil & landscaping products.Employee watering the plants in the greenhouseTony Cerbo
PARSIPPANY — Assemblyman Jay Webber met with and heard from high school students from the March for Our Lives movement and across northern New Jersey about keeping our children and communities safe.
Assemblyman Jay Webber stated, “As the father of seven children, I know firsthand that the safety of our children and communities is of the utmost importance, and we should seek common ground on the best ways to ensure it. That is why I authored and championed into law the recent landmark Safer Schools legislation that earned unanimous, bipartisan support to stop child abusers and sexual predators from getting jobs in our schools. And that is why I am pleased to have had a conversation today with high school students with various points of view. For an hour we spoke about their ideas on school safety, the Second Amendment, and a range of cultural issues affecting their lives and the lives of their peers. Listening to and hearing from our young citizens is invaluable to my work in the Legislature. I thank them for their time and insights.”
Assemblyman Jay Webber office is located at 1055 Parsippany Boulevard, Suite 104. You can reach his office at (973) 265-0060.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School will hold its 8th annual Redstock on Saturday, June 2, inviting the public to participate in many sports activities and games behind the high school. The highlight of the festival will be the Powder Puff flag football game between the senior and junior girls.
This event focuses on bringing local families, students, school-based organizations and area businesses together for a FREE day of entertainment, music, games, food and fun! This year’s festival will feature a vendor area for local businesses to meet and interact with current and potential customers giving them the opportunity to directly distribute samples, promotional items and other marketing material, as well as sell.
The event starts at 12:00 Noon and ends at 3:00 p.m. offers food, live music, face painting, arts and crafts, bounce house, local businesses, dunk tank ($1.00), games and prizes and live entertainment. The PTSA will hold a Tricky Tray and Raffle.
The Central Middle School Flag Football game will start at 5:00 p.m.
The Hawkeye Community awards will begin at 6:00 p.m., and the Juniors vs. Seniors Powderpuff Football game will start at 6:30 p.m.
In addition, they will be collecting canned foods at the gate, so please donate.
If your business is interested in participating, email Chrissy Russell by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — Morris County PBA Local #298 Memorial Beefsteak Fundraiser was held on Saturday, April 28 at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road.
The Beefsteak Dinner was catered by Giresi’s Caterers. Price included dinner, Comedy Show, DJ, Fun and prizes. The Comedy Show will be performed by Johnny D.
All proceeds go toward college funds for children of fallen officers of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Corrections.
There was also be a silent auction, Dollar-Mega Raffle, 50/50 and door prizes.
Mayor Michael Soriano and Councilman Michael dePierro enjoying the beefsteak
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Class III Special Police Officer. The Class III Special Police Officer shall conduct School Safety and Security duties within Parsippany-Troy Hills School District.
Minimum Qualifications:
• The applicant must be a retired law enforcement officer less than 65 years of age, who served as a duly qualified, fully-trained, full-time officer in any municipality or county of this State or as a member of the State Police and was separated from that prior service in good standing, within three years of appointment to this position. “Good standing” shall exclude a retirement resulting from injury or incapacity.
• Provide a Letter of Good Standing issued by the Chief of the Department you retired from listing the date and type of retirement applicant received.
• Possess a NJ Police Training Commission Basic Police Officer Certification of NJ State Police Academy Certification.
• Be a resident of the State of New Jersey during his or her term of appointment to this position.
• Be of good moral character and must not have been convicted of any offense involving dishonesty as would make the applicant unfit to perform his or her duties.
• The applicant must possess a valid New Jersey Driver’s License.
• The applicant must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Any applicant offered a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a medical examination, psychological evaluation, and drug screening.
Starting Salary for the Class III Special Police Officer shall be $25.00 per hour and he/she shall work a schedule of up to 40 hours weekly, to be determined upon hiring. The Class III Special Police Office shall only work when school is in session. Although announcing the positions at this time, successful candidates will begin employment at the start of the 2018-2019 school year.
Preference may be given to retired police officers who previously served in a capacity as a School Resource, D.A.R.E or L.E.A.D. Officer.
For a complete list of minimum qualifications required by law, click here to refer to N.J.S.A. 40A:14-146.10.
Applications can be obtained at the Parsippany-Troy Hills Town Hall, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. Please contact Captain Brian Dowd at (973) 263-4328 with any questions.
PARSIPPANY — At a morning celebration held inside at Liquid Church, 299 Webro Road, Township Officials, Board of Education members, members of Parsippany-Troy Hills Environmental Committee, Employees of Parsippany Parks and Forestry Department celebrated Arbor Day with second grade students from Troy Hills Elementary School, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School and Northvail Elementary School.
Jack Shuart, Tree City USA presenting an award to Mayor Michael Soriano
Jack Shuart, Tree City USA, presented Mayor Soriano with a banner celebrating Parsippany being named Tree City USA for 42 years.
Second grade students form Troy Hills Elementary School read a poem “What Do We Get When We Plant a Tree” by Julie Vickery Smith and then sung a song “I’m a Tree, I Have Four Needs” written by Julie Vickery Smith.
Second grade students from Northvail Elementary School read a poem “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein.
Second grade students from Lake Hiawatha School read a poem by Aileen Fisher, “Let’s Plant a Tree” and song, sung to the tune of Mulberry Bush, “This is the Way We Plant A Tree.”
Mayor Michael Soriano welcoming the residents, teachers, students and elected officials.James Walsh, Superintendent of Parsippany-Troy Hills Parks and Forestry DepartmentParsippany-Troy Hills Boy Scouts packed the seedlings with were available to everyone who attended
HACKETTSTOWN — Jen Pace, senior manager of preschool production and development at Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids, will deliver the keynote address at Centenary University’s 143rd commencement on Saturday, May 12, at 1:00 p.m. The ceremony will be held on the front lawn of the Edward W. Seay Administration Building located at 400 Jefferson Street, Hackettstown.
Pace, who will be awarded an honorary doctorate of humane letters, joined Nickelodeon in 2011 and has quickly risen through the ranks at the network. She oversees production on hit preschool series including “Bubble Guppies,” “Nella the Princess Knight,” “PAW Patrol,” “Rusty Rivets,” “Top Wing,” “Wallykazam!” and “Zoofari.” A Centenary University graduate, Pace earned a bachelor of arts degree in communications, with a concentration in radio and television. She also holds an associate of arts degree in communications from Warren County Community College.
During the ceremony, more than 450 graduates will receive associate, bachelor’s and graduate degrees. A hooding ceremony for students earning graduate degrees will be held on Wednesday, May 9, at 7:00 p.m. in the Sitnik Theater. The Class of 2018 includes graduates from Centenary’s main campus in Hackettstown, as well as the School of Professional Studies in Parsippany and Edison.
Seating for guests will be on a first come, first served basis. The event will be live streamed at several other locations across campus to accommodate additional guests. In case of severe weather, the ceremony will move indoors to the gymnasium in the John M. Reeves Student Recreation Center; tickets will be required for the indoor ceremony.
Founded in 1867 by the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church, Centenary University’s academic program integrates a solid liberal arts foundation with a strong career orientation. This mix provides an educational experience that prepares students to succeed in the increasingly global and interdependent world. The University’s main campus is located in Hackettstown, with its equestrian facility in Washington Township. The Centenary University School of Professional Studies offers degree programs at two locations, Parsippany and Edison, as well as online and at corporate sites throughout New Jersey.
PARSIPPANY — My name is Taz! I am a nine-month old male wirehaired Jack Russell Terrier. I am a confident, spunky pup with lots of personality!
I am very friendly and give kisses to everyone I meet! My foster siblings and I play chase in the backyard all day long. I enjoy going for walks and my foster mom is in the works of teaching me fetch. The ball is just too good to give up.
It would be great if I went home with kids who will want to run and play with me! As great of a playmate I am, it is best I go home with kids above the age of ten.
As you may infer, I have lots of energy! An active family would be best for me. I am working on my house training and crate training. It is important my future owner will be diligent about teaching me some basic doggy manners.
My family could no longer keep me since they were moving and said I couldn’t come. I am a fantastic pup who would make a family very happy! I hope that time comes soon!
If you are interested in adopting Taz, please fill out an application by clicking here.
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Wise Animal Rescue’s (W.A.R.) goal is to find the perfect family dynamic and place our dogs in a loving, safe and permanent home. All of our dogs available for adoption are spayed/neutered, up-to-date on shots and microchipped.
Our adoption process starts with filling an application, home visit, meet and greet and then finalizing with an adoption contract and fee.
Adoption fees range from about $300.00 to $600.00. These fees help defray costs of veterinary and foster care and are tax deductible.
PARSIPPANY — Members of the Morris County Organ Transplant Group stopped by Bagel City Grille to thank them for participating in NJ Sharing Network’s SaveNJLives campaign. The shop distributed special coffee sleeves promoting organ donation this April.
Bagel City Grille is located at 998 Tabor Road.
The new initiative for NJ Sharing Network, SaveNJlives, lists the number of waitlisted patients by community. There are currently 13 Parsippany residents awaiting organ transplants and approximately 4,000 in New Jersey.
Registering as an organ and tissue donor is easy at a local Motor Vehicle Agency or click here.
The Transplant Group meets the first Wednesday of the month in the Community Room at the Parsippany Police Complex. The next meeting is on Wednesday, May 2 with a special “Heart Transplant Roundtable” featuring local heart recipients and Dr. Marc Goldschmidt, Medical Director of the Heart Success Program and Mechanical Circulatory Support Programs at Morristown Medical Center.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Aktion Club of Morris County held their Installation Dinner on Tuesday, April 24 at the Randolph Diner.
Lance M. Incitti, Trustee, Kiwanis International
The new officers sworn in by Lance M. Incitti, Trustee, Kiwanis International are: President Patty Licht, Vice President Christopher Waldman, President-Elect Allison Zanella, Secretary Ted Clare, Treasurer Alison Peck and Sergeant at Arms Amber Laccitiello and Lisa Markey.
The new officers with Carmela Slivinski (back row), Joyce Garrow (back row), Lance Incitti (back row) and the new officers: President Patty Licht, Vice President Christopher Waldman, President-Elect Allison Zanella, Secretary Ted Clare, Treasurer Alison Peck and Sergeant at Arms Amber Laccitiello and Lisa Markey.
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The new officers with Carmela Slivinski (back row), Joyce Garrow (back row), Lance Incitti (back row) and the new officers: President Patti Licht, Vice President Christopher Waldman, President-Elect Allison Zanella, Secretary Ted Clare, Treasurer Alison Peck and Sergeant at Arms Amber Laccitiello and Lisa Markey. — with Joyce Garrow and Lance Incitti
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Joyce Garrow placing the President Pin on Patty
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Allison Zanella, the President-Elect of Aktion Club of Morris County
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Christopher Waldman, the Vice President of Aktion Club of Morris County
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Joyce Garrow placing the Treasurer Pin on Alison Peck
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Joyce Garrow placing the Secretary Pin on Ted Clare
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Steve McKinney representing Kiwanis Club of Morristown
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Two new Sergeant At Arms: Amber Laccitiello and Lisa Markey
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Carmela Slivinski, Executive Director at DAWN Center for Independent Living
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Joyce Garrow
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Lance M. Incitti, Trustee, Kiwanis International
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Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Frank Cahill attended the Installation Dinner of Aktion Club of Morris County
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Carol Tiesi, Lieutenant Governor-Elect (Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany)
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Mary Ann Simonenko, Lieutenant Governor
Division 9, effective October 1, 2018 (Kiwanis Club of Randolph)
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The celebration cake
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The Aktion Club of Morris County is sponsored by ten Kiwanis Clubs including Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. DAWN Center for Independent Living Carmela Slivinski and Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany member Joyce Garrow spends countless hours working with the members of the Aktion Club.
Aktion club is the only community-service club for adults living with disabilities. Aktion Club allows members to develop initiative and leadership skills in serving their communities while enabling their integration into society. Aktion Club originated in Florida in 1987 and was adopted as an official sponsored program of Kiwanis International in 2000.
Aktion Club is the only service club for adults with disabilities, with more than 12,000 members worldwide.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, Kiwanis Club of Denville, Kiwanis Club of Randolph and Kiwanis Club of Morristown had representatives from each club at the Installation Dinner.
PARSIPPANY — On Wednesday, April 25, six Parsippany residents received the “2018 Parsippany Good Scout Award.” The Boy Scouts of America Patriots Path Council honored Mo Abdelhadi, BettyLou DeCroce, Al Goldberg, Carlos Guzman, Adam Bahaa Kandil and Crol Tiesi at a dinner held at Knoll West Country Club.
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2018 Parsippany Good Scout Awards Co-Chairs, Robert Peluso and Karen DeChristopher
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Opening Ceremony Flag Detail, Boy Scout Troops 72 & 173
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Eagle Scout Thomas Capatano, Troop 173, telling the audience "What Scouting Means to Me"
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Adam Sonzogni
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Frank Cahill introducing Mo Abdelhadi at the 2018 Parsippany Good Scout Awards Dinner
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Dinner Co-Chair Karen DeChristopher placing a pin on Mo Abdelhadi
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Frank Cahill, Robert Peluso, Mo Abdelhadi and Karen DeChristopher
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Robert Peluso, BettyLou DeCroce, Karen DeChristopher
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Al Goldberg accepting his 2018 Parsippany Good Scout Award
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Dinner Co-Chair Karen DeChristopher placing a pin on Al Goldberg, as Co-Chair Robert Peluso watches on
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Nicolas Limanov, Robert Peluso, Al Goldberg and Karen DeChristopher
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Dinner Co-Chair Karen DeChristopher placing a pin on Carlos Guzman
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Robert Peluso, Honoree Adam Kandil and Karen DeChristopher
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Carol Tiesi accepting the Good Scout Award
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Dinner Co-Chair Karen DeChristopher placing a pin on Carol Tiesi
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Carol Tiesi with Karen DeChristopher
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Robert Peluso, Carol Tiesi, Karen DeChristopher and Joyce Garrow
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Karen DeChristopher, BettyLou DeCroce, Carol Tiesi and Robert Peluso. Carol was receiving a acknowledgement from the New Jersey Legislative
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Karen DeChristopher, BettyLou DeCroce, Adam Kandil and Robert Peluso. Adam was receiving a acknowledgement from the New Jersey Legislative
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Karen DeChristopher, BettyLou DeCroce, Carlos Guzman and Robert Peluso. Carlos was receiving a acknowledgement from the New Jersey Legislative
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Karen DeChristopher, BettyLou DeCroce, Mo Abdelhadi and Robert Peluso. Mo was receiving a acknowledgement from the New Jersey Legislative
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Honoree Mo Abdelhadi, Co-Chair Robert Peluso, Honoree BettyLou DeCroce, Co-Chair Karen DeChristopher, Honorees Adam Kandil, Carol Tiesi, Carlos Guzman and Al Goldberg
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Al and Valerie Goldberg
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Carol Dadaian and Karen DeChristopher
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Welcoming and opening remarks were presented by dinner Co-Chairs Robert Peluso and Karen DeChristopher. The Opening Ceremony Flag Detail was performed by Boy Scout Troops 72 & 173. Eagle Scout Thomas Capatano received a standing ovation from the crowd when he talked about “What Scouting Means to Me.”
Frank Cahill introducing Mo Abdelhadi at the 2018 Parsippany Good Scout Awards Dinner
Mo Abdelhadi is the co-owner of Parsippany IHOP. Mo began his IHOP career at the tender age of 15 working as a part-time summer job in 2003. He was working with his brother Sobhy Abdelhady who was a manager at the time. IHOP has been Mo’s first and only job. Two years later Sobhy went on to become an IHOP franchisee. Graduated from Morristown High School in 2006, Mo followed Sobhy’s footsteps by enrolling in Fairleigh Dickinson University and majoring in Hospitality. Mo worked through the ranks from host to server to assistant manager to eventually becoming general manager and now Co-Owner. Over the years of working with Sobhy, Mo learned the importance of being apart and helping your community. IHOP is always looking to host a fundraiser, car wash, donate goods, participate in an event or giving back in other ways to help our community. When Mo is not at IHOP making pancakes he’s either playing soccer or spending time with his wife Juliana and their dogs’ Oreo and Toby. Mo and Sobhy owns three IHOP’s, Elizabeth, Parsippany, Ramsey and will be opening their fourth location in Cedar Knolls shortly.
Robert Peluso, BettyLou DeCroce, Karen DeChristopher
Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce is a distinguished legislator with extensive local and state government knowledge, an unparalleled behind-the-scenes perspective, and a spirit of bipartisanship.DeCroce serves on several legislative committees and commissions including: Transportation & Independent Authorities, the Joint Committee on Public Schools, Banking and Insurance, Science & Technology, Pretrial Services Review Commission, the Intergovernmental Relations Commission, and the Manufacturing Caucus. She has received numerous awards, including the NJ Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Legislator of the Year; Defender of the Taxpayer Award, for her advocacy of common-sense measures to reduce taxes and create jobs; two time finalist Leading Women Entrepreneur Award; and was recognized by the Displaced Homemakers Network of New Jersey. Prior to serving in the New Jersey State Legislature, DeCroce served as Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs in Governor Chris Christie’s Administration, where she authored the Best Practices for Municipalities, which became a statewide model for identifying efficiencies in local government for reducing property taxes, and recognized nationwide.
DeCroce began her government service career as a Councilwoman in Mine Hill. She then went on to from there to serve as Municipal Clerk, Deputy Township Manager and Planning Board Member in Roxbury, and served eleven years on the Board of Adjustment in Parsippany. DeCroce also served as the first Chair-Woman of the Morris County Joint Insurance Fund, comprised of forty municipalities, where she achieved savings through shared services and negotiated healthcare. DeCroce brings business-savvy and a small business perspective to the Legislature as President and Owner of ERA Gallo & DeCroce Realtors, a real estate firm in Morris County for over forty-six years; and as Vice President of AD Holdings, a home construction company.
She has been declared one of the 50 Best Women in Business by NJBIZ and an NJ Monthly finalist for Leading Women Entrepreneur and Business Owner. In addition, DeCroce was selected to participate in The Emerging Leaders Program at the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business Administration. DeCroce resides in Parsippany, New Jersey and enjoys spending time with her two sons and four grandchildren.
Nicolas Limanov, Robert Peluso, Al Goldberg and Karen DeChristopher
Al Goldberg grew up in Brooklyn New York. He is a member of Boy Scout Troop 282. Al served in U.S. Navy Submarine Service and worked for Xerox for 25 years as a Customer Service Engineer. Al moved to Lake Hiawatha in 1985 and met his wife, Valerie in 1986. They just celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary. Al became aware of CERT at 2010 Parsippany Day. He joined CERT and continued to take courses as an active member. In 2015, he earned his technician ham radio license and was recently promoted to Assistant Radio Officer. RACES is the emergency communications component of the OEM. They maintain the radios at the EOC-OEM and RACES provides communications for CERT. They have the ability to be the 911 call center for the town if there is a problem at police headquarters. Al attended both semesters of the Parsippany Citizens Police Academy regularly attends Town Council meetings. Al is also a member of the county animal response team and is a state certified Animal Control Officer. He is a Senior Evaluator for the Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs and volunteers at St. Hubert’s animal welfare center working with special-needs dogs. Al is pleased to be able to give back to the community.
Dinner Co-Chair Karen DeChristopher placing a pin on Carlos Guzman
Carlos I. Guzman moved to Parsippany, from the state of New York in September of 1993. He soon thereafter joined the oldest neighborhood Civic Association of Parsippany-Troy-Hills, as a Trustee. The Sedgefield Civic Association was incorporated in the State of New Jersey back in 1952. He then became a four term President of the organization that has recognized the Boy Scout Troop #173 since its beginning in the early 1950`s and as of this January 1, 2018, the association also charters a Scout group called “Venturers” that offers older scouts to continue to participate in outings and other scouting events.
Carlos was born in Bronx, New York. He lived part of his teenage life in Carolina, Puerto Rico. He returned to the Bronx and studied Business Administration and Criminal Law at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and Baruch College of the City of New York. He has taken a few positions that he will never forget. After his education, Carlos, was hired by the late owner of Goya Foods Inc., (Joseph Unanue) to work for the most famous and popular Spanish food company in the world, where he worked in their marketing and sales department before moving on to a food distributor “Metro Food Distribution and Supermarket stores” as a General operations manager. He then worked for the Quaker Oats Company as an executive sales representative. After many years in the management and sales industry, Carlos, changed careers and worked as a Law Enforcement Officer for the City of New York where he retired. Carlos married his lovely wife, Irma in 1980 at the main altar of the prominent Catholic landmark, “Saint Patrick’s Cathedral” located on Fifth Avenue in New York City, where many dignitaries and famous personalities have done the same. They are proud parents to two daughters Priscilla and Crystal. He also volunteered as a Girl Scout co-leader and a Spanish teacher at Saint Christopher’s School.
Robert Peluso, Honoree Adam Kandil and Karen DeChristopher
Adam Bahaa Kandil was born and raised in Parsippany. Adam is a graduate of Parsippany High School Class of 2002, and then graduated in 2006 from Rutgers School of Engineering and graduated in 2006. He was the captain of Rutgers Soccer Team. Currently he works as a Civil Engineer and is licensed in both New Jersey and New York. He is also a partner in a IT/Technology Firm. Adam is a Director of the Islamic Center of Morris and serves on the Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee. He is proud Husband of Dalia and father of two boys: Yaseen, 6, and Yousuf, 3, and a baby girl, Dania.
Kandil grew up and maintains a passion for sports and currently coaches both Youth Soccer and Basketball. Adam loves working with youth and is heavily involved with youth events. He is a big advocate for healthy youth social activities and human rights. He strives to keep kids away from drugs and assist to counsel them and feels that it’s very important for youth to have a passion and set goals for themselves as it keeps them focus and their eye on the prize, which keeps them away from trouble.
Carol Tiesi accepting the 2018 Parsippany Good Scout Award
Carol Tiesi has been a proud resident of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills since 1964. She moved to the township with her family from Hudson County. In the fall of 1964, she began her career as a student in the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District as she entered Central Middle Junior High. After her graduation from Central Middle Junior High, she entered Parsippany High School and proudly graduated from PHS in June of 1969. Carol’s dream was to be an elementary school educator since her fourth grade days at Robert Waters School in Union City. She received her undergraduate degree and her Art Degree from William Paterson University in 1973. In the fall of 1973, her dream became reality.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Barbara Sargent congratulating 2018 Parsippany Good Scout Award Honoree Carol Tiesi
Carol was hired by the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District and her first teaching position in the district was at Mt. Tabor School, teaching third grade. She went on to teach at Northvail School, grades Kindergarten, first, second, and third. Carol presently teaches third grade at Littleton School. She has also taught Kindergarten and second grade at Littleton. I guess you can say that Carol never left the classroom! Everyday in the classroom is an adventure. She learns something new and exciting from her students everyday! During her teaching career, Carol has received The New Jersey Governor’s Teaching Recognition Program Award in 1989 and The Parsippany-Troy Hills Distinguished Faculty Award in 1993. Carol is a member of Alpha Delta Kappa, MU Chapter, an honorary sorority comprised of women educators. She has served as Altruistic Chairperson, Historian, President-Elect, and President of the sorority. She has been a member of this organization for over 25 years.
Carol serves on the Board of the Parsippany Child Daycare Center and is a Trustee on the Parsippany Historical and Preservation Society Board.
Carol joined the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany in 2009 and is an active member of the organization. She presently serves as the Director of Community and is the Lt. Governor-Elect for District 9 for 2017-18 and 2018-2019. She has also served as President-Elect, President, and President of the Foundation of her club. She received the George F. Hixon Fellowship Award in 2011 and the Kiwanian of the Year Award in 2016. Carol has cooks at Homeless Solutions, helps to organize the annual Breakfast with Santa at the Parsippany Child Daycare Center, serves on the Touch a Truck Committee, organizes the annual Back to School supply collection for the township, helps to organize the Kiwanis tables at the annual Parsippany Street Fair in the Fall, and is a member of the Prevent Child Abuse Pinwheel Committee. After Carol joined Kiwanis, she felt the need to form a K-Kids Club at Littleton School with her colleagues. The children have collected pajamas for less fortunate children, provided books for the local daycare center, raised money for the St. Jude’s Math-a-thon, collected over 500 cans of soup for the local Parsippany Food Pantry (SOUPER Bowl), designed valentines for local veterans’ groups, beautified the school grounds with pumpkins for Halloween, participated in Trick of Treat for UNICEF to provide money for ELIMINATE, and participated in the township Memorial Day Parade.
The Patriots’ Path Council of the Boy Scouts of America provides programs, events and opportunities of a lifetime that serve to shape the lives of young men and women in Central and Northern New Jersey. For more information, click here.
For more information on Parsippany Boy Scout Troop 72, click here. For more information on Parsippany Boy Scout Troop 173, click here.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of Freeholders honored Patty Sly, the longtime President and Chief Executive Officer of JBWS – Jersey Battered Women’s Service – for more than a decade of exemplary leadership at the helm of an organization that is invaluable to women and families in the county.
Sly departed JBWS at the end of March to tackle a new challenge.
“You have done so much for so many people, especially for victims of domestic violence. Your dedication to some of our most at-risk has been remarkable,’’ said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana.
“From our hearts, the freeholders want to present you with this resolution of thanks,’’ added Freeholder Cabana.
Freeholder John Cesaro
“Patty has been a great partner with Morris County, and was integral to the creation of the Morris Family Justice Center, which offers vital assistance to many dozens of families each month in a safe and secure environment right here in the County Administration and Records Building in Morristown,’’ added Freeholder Kathy DeFillippo, the county governing board’s liaison on human services.
Joining Sly at last night’s ceremony at the Freeholder Board’s meeting in Morristown was JBWS’s Board Chairwoman and Interim President and CEO Judy O’Hagan.
Under Sly’s leadership, JBWS strengthened its core services for domestic abuse victims, which include a 24-hour hotline; counseling; safe house; transitional living; children’s services; life skills education; vocational counseling; batterers’ intervention; legal assistance; teen dating violence services; and professional training, education and youth prevention programs.
She also managed the agency through the major recession of the early 2000s and then grew the organization by 50 percent, doubling the number of donors and expanding client programs.
In addition, JBWS in recent years has expanded programs for children and increased services to the Spanish-speaking community, human trafficking victims, and affluent victims of abuse, and introduced a model program to assess the level of danger in abuse cases.
Patty Sly has taken a position at the P.G. Chambers School in Hanover Township. It offers comprehensive education and therapy programs for children with disabilities, from birth through 22 years of age.
The school’s mission extends to the school’s state-of-the-art early education programs for young children with and without disabilities, six weeks to five years of age, in the school’s inclusive child care program.
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is extremely proud to be recognized by The ARC/MORRIS for providing programs for both children and adults with developmental challenges. In addition to recreation and leisure, the programs are designed to improve the health and wellness of the participants while improving self-esteem, social and vocational skills, through inclusive programs on the local level.
The Y will be recognized formally on Wednesday, May 23 at the Morris County Park Commission’s Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Haggerty Center.
MOUNTAIN LAKES — On Sunday, April 22, the Y welcomed 165 people including members and non-members for a day of fun and excitement. Numerous activities were available for children and their parents to enjoy. A Nutrition Game Show, Lego STEM Challenge, Fun Inflatable in the gym and open swim were all made available to the attendees.
Health and Wellness Professionals including Melanoma Foundation, Legacy Family Dental, Atlantic Health, ShopRite of Lincoln Park, and Morris County Park Systems participated by sharing their expertise. A great activity was administered by Dr. Julie Scarano by using Optojump technology to measure how high someone could jump vertically.
Twenty-eight families participated in “Chopped Family Mystery Bag Cooking Challenge” where the participants created dishes using specific ingredients and the winning dishes were awarded ribbons. Shown here, Jeff Crane from Boonton, and his daughters, Audra, Noelle, and Jillian all taking part in the “Chopped” Family Cooking Challenge.
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is located at 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes. For more information click here.
PARSIPPANY — Tired of cooking? Enjoy a night out while supporting a great cause! Cheshire II’s “Dine and Donate” fundraiser at Outback Steakhouse in Parsippany is on Wednesday, May 9 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
When you order, let Outback Steakhouse know that you are supporting Cheshire II and 15% of your bill will benefit programs that help adults with physical disabilities gain independence! Dining in, taking out, and meal delivery all count! Cheshire II provides a comfortable, fully accessible residence for young, physically disabled men and women who do not require 24- hour nursing care.
Outback Steakhouse is located at 1300 Route 46. The restaurant offers a variety of options including steak, fish, chicken, a gluten-free menu and a fully stocked bar.
If you have questions, call (973) 420-0444 or email Thomas Barrett at Ch2@cheshirenj.org.
MORRIS COUNTY — The financial soundness of County College of Morris (CCM) recently was affirmed and applauded by two separate organizations.
For the 15th consecutive year, the Division of Business and Finance’s Accounting department at CCM was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its comprehensive annual financial report. The fiscal year 2016-17 report was judged by a panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure.”
The certificate is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.
Jessica Wander, the director of the Accounting department, and a team of 15 put together the report. Although this specific financial reporting is not required, CCM produces one because it believes in accountability. “It’s more than statements, but a comprehensive report that shows a lot more information to the reader. The certificate also validates that we are in good financial standing,” remarked Wander. The report is given to the college’s auditors and can be accessed on the CCM website by clicking here.
The Division of Business and Finance also recently was commended for its fiscal practices by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education during the commission’s recent reaccreditation process of the college.
That division is directed by Vice President of Business and Finance Karen VanDerhoof. In her capacity as vice president, VanDerhoof manages the departments of Accounting, Auxiliary Services, Budget and Business Services, Capital Projects, Marketing and Public Relations, the Media Center, Plant and Maintenance, Public Safety and Purchasing.
“We are proud to have received these recognitions,” said VanDerhoof. “The college and its employees place a high priority on maintaining CCM’s fiscal soundness and it’s an honor to have that recognized.”
“This recognition certifies that the investment the community contributes to its county college is well utilized for the benefit both of the students we serve and the businesses that employ them,” added Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, president of CCM.
PARSIPPANY — The BAYADA Home Health Care raised $2000 on Wednesday, April 25 to help fight Muscular Dystrophy. Bayada Home Health Care is located at 99 Old Cherry Hill Road.
Carly is a 16 year-old, long-term BAYADA client that suffers from muscular dystrophy. Carly and her family are participating in MDA Muscle Walk of Central New Jersey on May 19 and have set a goal of $20,000.
Keeyah JohnsonCarly Zukowsky
The Charity Committee of Bayada Health Care hosted a successful Basket Raffle on Wednesday, April 25 to help Carly achieve her goal. They had 16 baskets donated and raised $2,000.
“Please pass on our sincerest appreciation to your entire team for their love and support. We are humbled beyond words that your staff pulled this together and raised $2,000 for our upcoming MDA Muscle Walk. We are so grateful and blessed beyond words. Thank you again, and God bless you and your entire staff,” said Christina Cerza and Carly Zukowsky.
“The love and commitment to support Carly and all of our clients was on display today. Not only did our Parsippany BAYADA offices participate but sister BAYADA offices in the area, Southport NC as well as other businesses in the building. We wish your team the best of luck and will continue to pray for a cure for Muscular Dystrophy,” said Donna Angelini BAYADA Home Health Care Division Director.
If you would like to make a donation directly to Carly’s team, follow the link to her team fundraising page.
PARSIPPANY — Academic Decathlon (AcDec) State Champions, Parsippany High School, recently participated in the National Competition in Frisco, Tx. Academic Decathlon is a 10-event scholastic competition for high school students. The event includes math, science, social science, literature, economics, art, music, speech, essay and interview. This year’s theme was Africa.
Shiv Patel, Andrew Lie, Anthony Martucci, Adam Ye, Alice Limanova, Ellie Xu. Front: Hugh Kwong, Dan Kuo
At the National Competition Parsippany High School earned seven medals. Bronze Medal winners included Ellie Xu (Senior) for Interview and Art (also the team’s highest scorer), Adam Ye (Senior) for Math, Andrew Lie (Junior) for Math and Speech and Daniel Kuo (Sophomore) for Art. Hugh Kwong (Junior) earned a silver medal in Math. Alice Limanova (Senior) was chosen as MVP by her teammates.
Fifty-five teams from the United States, China and the United Kingdom participated in the AcDec National Competition in Frisco, Tx, from April 19 – 21, 2018. Parsippany High School earned the title of State Champion in March of 2018 coming in first place out of 35 New Jersey teams. This is their fifth consecutive state championship and sixth state championship overall.
The 2017-18 AcDec team is comprised of nine students: Seniors, Ellie Xu, Alice Limanova Adam Ye and Anthony Martucci; Juniors, Hugh Kwong and Andrew Lie; Sophomores, Dan Kuo and Shiv Dipak Patel. Team coaches are Nancy Lennon, Science Teacher and Stacy Cozin, Media Specialist.
PARSIPPANY — “Why Our Veterans Are America’s Heroes” was the theme for Americanism Essay Contest sponsored by Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge 2078. (Click here to see related article).
Fifth grade student from Littleton Elementary School came in third place in Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge 2078 contest. The top three winners advanced to the Northwest District and Zenia came in first place.
Zenia was a runner up for 5th and 6th graders in state competition on March 10, and unfortunately she didn’t win in the state finalists.
The Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge 2078 was proud of Zenia and presented her with an additional check on Wednesday, April 26.
“The Lodge is very proud of Zenna that she accomplished the essay and moved up to win in the Northwest District,” said Joe Serrecchia.
Pictured is Eric Bisch, Joe Serrecchia, Winner Northwest District Zenia Aleesha, Sean Rice, Aleesha’s Dad, Aleem Shaik, Scott Burns.
Elks Lodge would like to thank the Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education for their continuous support.
Zenia’s Essay Contest submitted to the Elks read:
Why Our Veterans Are America’s Heroes
They fought for our country. They sacrificed their lives for us. They are loyal and independent. They fought in the Revolutionary War, to help us earn our basic rights. They fought in the Civil War, to put an end to slavery and bring our state rights. They fought in the World Wars, to free the oppressed. They fought in the Persian Gulf War, a fight for democracy. And many more! All of these battles they fought in, they sacrificed our life to earn what was right, just for us. They fought for you, me, and a million others. They trained hard day and night for each and every war they fought in, so they can help us earn freedom we deserve. They kissed their families “good bye” and went off to save them, and their country. They made our flag rise high above us, so we can salute them for everything they did. Now ask yourself. Who should we thank for giving us rights? The Veterans. Who should we thank for giving us our Freedom? The Veterans. Who fought every war to save our land, our home? The Veterans. Who should we give respect to for all the things they did? The Veterans. They are America’s Heroes. They are the people who let us have the words, “The land of the Free, and the Home of the Brave”. They are Veterans.
Winner Northwest District Zenia Aleesha, Lodge Youth Chairman Joseph Serrecchia, Lodge Exalted Ruler Sean Rice. This photo was taken when Zenia came in third place in the Why Our Veterans Are America’s Heroes was the theme for Americanism Essay Contest sponsored by Parsippany-Troy Hills Elks Lodge 2078.