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Conservative Party endorses Heather Darling for Freeholder

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling

MORRIS COUNTY — The Conservative Party of New Jersey, has been watching Morris County Freeholder race closely. Until now, we have remained silent on this race.

It has come to our attention, that Morris County needs bold voices to represent the people of Morris County. Starting with the jail house debacle to the solar fiasco and everything in between, it’s clear that corruption must stop.

From listening and watching the candidates, the Conservative Party strongly believes that Heather Darling is the clear choice for Morris County Freeholder. Her strong belief in the United States Constitution and the New Jersey Constitution shows that she is a strong believer in the rule of law. Her avid stance against sanctuary cities enforces the fact that she is a true believer in the rule of law. As an attorney, unlike some of the other candidates, Heather Darling knows that the rule of law should be enforced equally amongst the entire population and that the law should not favor one person, one group or one entity – over any others.

As a successful business woman, Heather Darling knows all about fiscal responsibility. The Conservative Party of New Jersey, strongly believes that Heather Darling will help foster economic prosperity to Morris County. Heather Darling has the unique experience of bringing various groups together to solve community concerns. We believe that she can bring this unique experience to the table to help solve some of the larger issues facing Morris County.

The Conservative Party is a staunch believer in character and Heather Darling displays all the traits and characteristics that an elected official should have. Heather Darling displays independence and we believe that she will not be bullied into voting for various projects that involve cronyism or corruption. Heather has been publicly ridiculed for being a former competitive bodybuilder and yet, she stands by her convictions which is a strong indication of her independence. Heather also displays a high degree of intelligence. Heather is aware that she doesn’t know everything and is willing to listen to experts in the field before making final decisions. Be honest if you don’t know or understand a topic – own up and Heather does just that. We also like the fact that Heather Darling is a responsible person and would parlay that trait into her representation of the people of Morris County.

For these reasons, and many, many more – The Conservative Party of New Jersey, proudly endorses Heather Darling for Morris County Freeholder. We hope that you would see Heather Darling in the same light and place your trust in her, to represent YOU!

Par-Troy Little League West holds challenger games

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Frank L. Cahill
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Getting the ball

PARSIPPANY Par-Troy Little League West Challenger Games, which give kids with special challenges a chance to play baseball were played at the Par-Troy West Little League complex.

The children played three games. The first game was the children of the Challenger League vs. their buddies from Par-Troy Little League West. The second game was the Yankees vs. PHHS.

Providing special-needs children with the opportunity to play baseball, the Challenger League has been holding this event since 1999. More than 100 volunteers, called “buddies,” assisted the children in playing before taking to the fields against each other.

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable boys and girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 4-18, or up to age 22 if still enrolled in high school, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

In a Challenger game, each player gets a chance to bat. The side is retired when the offense has batted through the roster, or when a pre-determined number of runs have been scored, or when three outs are recorded. Little League recommends that no score be kept during Challenger games. The Challenger players wear the same uniforms, shoulder patches and safety equipment as other volunteer players.

For more information on Morris County Challenger Little League, click here.

Daniel Baldwin to Accompany “The Wisdom to Know the Difference” Featured Screening at the NJ Recovery Film Festival

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Frank L. Cahill
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Daniel Baldwin

UNION — Daniel Baldwin will be the featured celebrity guest at New Jersey’s first Recovery Film Festival, with a screening of his feature film The Wisdom to Know the Difference. The event is taking place at Kean University in the STEM Building June 2-3, 2017. The film festival will commence with a VIP Reception on Friday evening June 2, with Baldwin, his screening, live music entertainment, speakers and a network of local health and recovery professionals with honored filmmakers alike in attendance. Saturday, June 3 will feature film screenings all day, with an exhibitor fair and entertainment in between film blocks.

With the support of SOBA Recovery CEO Greg Hannley, Daniel wrote, directed and
co-starred in The Wisdom to Know the Difference, an award-winning film acclaimed
by the New York Times as the “Best Recovery Film of All Time”. Based in part on
actual events, Wisdom to Know the Difference is a story about a man’s journey to
bring his sobriety full circle. “What a great honor to be included in such an
important festival. I am very excited to be a part of this prestigious event,” said
Daniel Baldwin.

The Festival Director, Chris Capaci of Capacity Images states “I am excited about the
opportunity to have Daniel Baldwin as our guest. What a privilege it is for us that he
will be sharing his film and his story at our festival this year.”

The event will benefit the Raymond J. Lesniak Experience Strength Hope Recovery High School (ESH). ESH is New Jersey’s first public Recovery High School. Sober high schools, as some refer to them, are designed to create a drug free environment for young people where education, recreation and recovery go hand in hand.

“We are honored to have the support of Daniel Baldwin and the many talented filmmakers in this year’s festival as we witness Experience Strength and Hope through the art of filmmaking, “ said Pamela Capaci, CEO Prevention Links.

Tickets for Friday and Saturday are available now as well as sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities by clicking here.

Letter to the editor: Morris Dems Chairman Reacts to Frelinghuysen Letter

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Frank L. Cahill
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Dear Editor:

Perhaps the greatest and most uniquely American of the privileges we enjoy in this country is the practically boundless freedom to express ourselves politically. Every political position, from the pin-pointed center to the furthest extremes, can be openly discussed and participated in without fear of government retribution.

That is why today’s news that a sitting Congressman (chair of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, no less) felt it just to inform a local bank that one of their employees was involved with a political organization opposing his candidacy for reelection disturbed me on such a deep level. That any American needs to fear that their employment may be at risk due to their political views is an affront to the society we have all spent over 200 years building.

From the time I began volunteering for the Democratic Party in high school to my current position as Chair of the Morris County Democratic Committee, I have worked on electoral efforts to defeat Rodney Frelinghuysen. Not out of malice for the man or personal bias, but due to political and policy differences – the bedrock of our democratic process.

Perhaps due to my lifetime of political involvement, but also as a great admirer of the protections afforded to Americans by our Constitution and Founding Fathers, seeing a handwritten note by Congressman Frelinghuysen calling Sally Avelenda a “ringleader” (a term generally reserved for a criminal element) of a political group spoke volumes on the trickle-down effect of the behavior emanating straight from the White House.

Unfortunately, here in Morris County, retribution for political activities is all too common. One need look no further than Parsippany, where the Mayor has orchestrated a campaign of lawsuits and intimidation against a former police captain whose brother had the audacity to run for office. And let us not forget where Governor Christie, whose vengeful efforts have become famous worldwide, honed his craft.

Sally Avelenda is a name that every resident of Morris County, and the 11th Congressional District, should be familiar with going forward. Shame on Lakeland Bank for even considering her political activities as an appropriate discussion point regarding her employment. Shame on Congressman Frelinghuysen for using his powerful perch against an average citizen. And shame on all of us if we fail to hold the Congressman accountable for actions that fly in the face of our societal norms and constitutional protections.

Chip Robinson
Chair, Morris County Democratic Committee

Jonathan Kennett earns Eagle Award

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Frank L. Cahill
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Father Chris, Jonathan and his Mom Shar

PARSIPPANY — Jonathan A. Kennett of Troop 72 had his Eagle Court of Honor on April 30, 2017, which completed his long trail to Eagle Scout.

The pathway to Eagle can be described as a steep trail leading up to three peaks, the highest being that of Eagle Scout. Officially, the trail starts with the Tenderfoot rank and continues through Second and First Class ranks. Then, the mountain climbing begins. The path is marked with merit badges, leadership responsibilities, service projects, and the practice of Scouting skills and ideals. The first peak reached is that of Star Scout, the second is Life Scout, and, finally, Eagle Scout.

The Eagle Scout Award is Scouting’s highest rank and among its most familiar icons. Men who have earned it count it among their most treasured possessions. Those who missed it by a whisker remember exactly which requirement they didn’t complete. Americans from all walks of life know that being an Eagle Scout is a great honor. The award is more than a badge. It’s a state of being. The Eagle Scout may have received the badge as a boy, but you earn it every day as a man. In the words of the Eagle Scout Promise, they do your best each day to make their training and example, their rank and their influence count strongly for better Scouting and for better citizenship in the troop, in their community, and in their contacts with other people. And to this they pledge their sacred honor.

Since its introduction in 1911, the Eagle Scout rank has been earned by more than two million young men. Only 4% of the Boy Scouts actually earn this rank.

Jonathan designed and with the Troop’s scouts, and several adult volunteers, built a rock garden in which to erect a much needed sign for Hopatcong Township’s Hopatcong Animal Pound.

He raised money to have the sign commercially carved, then painted it himself as part of his Eagle Project, he and his Troop also built three feral cat shelters for the outdoor cats at the Hopatcong Pound.

Jonathan began his scouting life as a Cub Scout and rose to Webelos II. He earned the Arrow of Light Award in 2010, the only Cub Scout award that can be worn as a Boy Scout. As a Boy Scout, he rose through the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star and finally Life Scout, the last level pre-Eagle Scout. He has served as Den Chief to Cub Scouts, and as Assistant Patrol Leader, then Patrol Leader for his Boy Scout Troop.

Jonathan earned the thirteen required Merit Badges for Eagle Scout as well as seventeen other Merit Badges. The thirteen required badges include Camping, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communications, Cooking, Lifesaving,  Environmental Science, Family Life, First Aid, Personal Management, Personal Fitness and Swimming.

The seventeen other merit badges included Archery, Aviation, Climbing, Electricity, Fingerprinting, Fishing, Geology, Kayaking, Leatherworking, Metalwork, Railroading, Rifle Shooting, Rowing, Shotgun Shooting, Small Boat Sailing, Snow Sports and Woodwork.

His favorites were Climbing, Archery, Rifle Shooting, Skiing and Small Boat Sailing.

Jonathan’s Eagle Scout project generated 170 hours of service that included work on the three feral cat houses for Hopatcong Pound and the garden and sign. The work was done by Jonathan, his fellow scouts of Troop 72, the adult leaders and volunteers. Other service projects Jonathan worked on included repairing camp sites and clearing branches and fallen trees at Camp Allamuchy after superstorm Sandy, helping other Scouts with their Eagle Projects, and helping the town clean up after major flooding and storms. He helped build new tent platforms for camping at Scout Camp. He has also taught topics of Geology and Astronomy to other scout groups.

He was nominated for and inducted into the Order of the Arrow, scouting’s honor society.

Mike Ilic to attend Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Mike Ilic, a senior at Parsippany High School, is now a member of WPI Wrestling. Mike is the son of Dana and Danny Illic and was coached by Joe Dasti. In the off season, Mike wrestled for Edge, Whippany, and coached by Dave Esposito.

Mike was a team captain with a career record of 106-30, and had a great senior year going 33-6. Mike was a War at the Shore Champ, 4th at the USAW Folkstyle Cadet age group, and a 4 time participant in the PIN Cancer All-Star match.

Mike also had great State tournament results during his time at Parsippany. Mike was a 3X District Placer, 3X District finalist and 1X champ, 3X Regional qualifier and 1X Champ, and a state qualifier.

Off the mat, Mike also excelled at football where he was captain and selected to the All-Conference Defensive Team.

In addition to Mike’s leadership in athletics, he is also a student council member and a member of the student steering committee.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is located in Worcester, MA. Mike intends to major in Civil Engineering.

Provident Bank Foundation Awards $50K Signature Grant to Employment Horizons

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Frank L. Cahill
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Mark Stephenson, Program Advisor, Employment Horizons; Nancy Wynant, VP, Relationship Manager, Provident Bank; Matthew Putts, Executive Director, Employment Horizons; Gregory Dittrich, SVP, Regional Manager, Provident Bank; Jane Kurek, Executive Director, The Provident Bank Foundation; Lucio Valerio, First VP, Market Manager, Provident Bank; Thomas Lyons, Chief Financial Officer, Provident Bank; Mitchell Weber, Co-Owner, Assisting Hands

HANOVER — The Provident Bank Foundation has announced Employment Horizons in Cedar Knolls as the recipient of the Foundation’s $50,000 Signature Grant for 2017 in the Community Enrichment funding priority area. The Foundation presented the check during a presentation on Friday, May 12, at Employment Horizons, located at 10 Ridgedale Avenue.

Employment Horizons was selected to receive this Signature Grant for its work in the Community and Economic Development-Employment focus area. Funding will assist in the start-up of a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) Training and Job Placement Program for individuals with barriers to employment. The program will include additional, related training to make trainees more competitive in the industry. Customized supports will enhance completion rates and employment success.

Those present at Friday’s check presentation will include Chris Martin, PBF President and Chairman, and CEO and President Provident Bank, Jane Kurek, Executive Director, PBF, as well as EH Executive Director Matthew Putts, and Assistant Executive Director Jacky Burns, among others.

“This grant is dedicated to addressing the skills gap by providing training and comprehensive supportive services for individuals facing challenges in the labor force, which is why Employment Horizons was selected as this year’s recipient,” said Jane Kurek, Executive Director, The Provident Bank Foundation. “Through their new program, individuals will receive their HHA certification, and be positioned on a career path that exposes them to further training, education, and increased income opportunities. Employment Horizons is not only addressing the unemployment issue, but enhancing the quality of life of members in their community.”

The program will be a unique public-private partnership involving Employment Horizons, referrals through the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (LWD), and Assisting Hands, an award-winning home healthcare agency.

This unique “one-stop” format will co-locate all services at Employment Horizons, rather than at various agencies using different staffs at different locations across the community.  Each program cycle will be five weeks front-loaded with the specific CHHA training, followed by other related training, job search skills, job placement and job retention supports.

“With investment from the Provident Bank Foundation, and in partnership with Assisting Hands Home Care, Employment Horizons is excited to begin providing CHHA training to individuals with barriers to employment,” said Matthew Putts, Executive Director of Employment Horizons. “We look forward to not only improving employment opportunities and economic participation for those trained through the new program but also in meeting a growing need of local employers for CHHA credentialed staff. Furthermore, we are privileged to help address a community need for families looking to find qualified providers of home care for their loved ones.”

Employment Horizons, formerly known as the Occupational Training Center of Morris County, was founded in Morristown in 1957 by a group of forward-thinking parents who wanted to expand work and personal growth opportunities for their children with disabilities and special needs. Over the years, Employment Horizons has implemented innovative programs to meet the needs and choices of the people with disabilities served. They provide job training and placement services to people with disabilities in the greater Morris County area.

For more information on PBF, click here or call (862) 260-3990.

About The Provident Bank Foundation
The Provident Bank Foundation was established in 2003 by Provident Bank to enhance the quality of life in the region through support of not-for-profit groups, institutions, schools and other 501(c)(3) organizations that provide services in communities served by the Bank. Since inception, the Foundation has granted more than $22 million to not-for-profit organizations and institutions working toward stronger communities. For more information about The Provident Bank Foundation, click here or call (862) 260-3990.

Update: Police chase ends in arrest of Orest Lopadchak

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Frank L. Cahill
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Mr. Lopadchak was charged by the Morris County Park Police Department with Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (suspected crack-cocaine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Eluding, Assault on Law Enforcement Officers, and Resisting Arrest

PARSIPPANY — Montville Township Police, Boonton Police, Morris County Park Police and New Jersey State Police aided in the pursuit of an alleged drunk driver who led Morris County Park Police across three towns in a disabled vehicle before his arrest.

Sergeant Edward Koster was patrolling The Tourne, Boonton, at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Saturday when he noticed a car parked in the lower parking lot near the ballfield.

Orest Lopadchak, Facebook Photo

Koster noticed a man with his legs hanging out of a vehicle’s windows even though it was raining. Sergeant Koster made contact with the sole occupant, Orest Lopadchak, 37, of Somerset.

As Koster approached the vehicle, the man brought his legs back into the car, acted nervous, and was motioning as though he was trying to hide something in the center console. Mr. Lopadcha then put the vehicle into “drive” and took off bouncing over a concrete parking stop in the process.

Lopadcha ensued was a slow-speed pursuit as the officer attempted to catch up. Lopadcha turned onto Powerville Road, turned right onto Rockaway Valley Road, and that road becomes Taylortown Road in Montville Township. At that time, the Black Mercedes blew out a tire. Still, the pursuit continued.

Lopadcha turned right onto Main Road/Route 202, got onto Route 287, proceeded to Exit 42, Parsippany, and used Route 202 to get onto Route 80.

Morris County Sheriff Department vehicle on the side of the road where Mr. Lopadchak attempted to run down a grassy hill

The man stopped in the travel lane of Route 80 West, at Exit 42 A-B (Cherry Hill Road), got out of his car, and tried to run down a grassy hill. Park Police and New Jersey State Police caught him and arrested him.

New Jersey State Police was on the scene

The driver, Orest Lopadchak, 37, Somerset, was charged by the Morris County Park Police Department with Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (suspected crack-cocaine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Eluding, Assault on Law Enforcement Officers, and Resisting Arrest.

Lopadchak was transported to Morristown Medical Center for observation by Rockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance Squad.

Rockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance transported the driver to Morristown Medical Center

Upon being released from the hospital, Mr. Lopadchak was lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility. Morris County Park Police Department officers, Patrolman Casey Petrocy and Patrolman Christian DiGiralomo, were treated at the scene by Parsippany Emergency Medical Services for minor injuries and released.

A follow-up investigation is being conducted by the Morris County Park Police Department Detective Bureau, and further information may be released at a later time.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department was involved in the chase of Mr. Lopadchak

Editors Note: A previous article Parsippany Focus reported that the vehicle was stolen, and at this time we believe that information was incorrect.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Kiwanis Club holds annual Golf Outing

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Frank L. Cahill
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A great foursome playing golf during the 25th Annual Kiwanis Golf Outing

PARSIPPANY — On Tuesday, May 9, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany hosted their annual golf outing at the Knoll Country Club in Parsippany. Continental breakfast started at 7:15 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. Afterwards a full lunch will be served, including wine and beer. 

The hole-in-one car was donated by Ed Carney Ford, but unfortunately no one won the vehicle. There is always next year.

Through this fundraiser, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany raises money to give to the children of this community. The club has sponsored library programs; raised funds for the Parsippany daycare center; given financial support to the K kids, builders club and Key Clubs in all of the Parsippany schools; provided food for Parsippany’s food pantry; donated back packs to needy children; supported Camp Nejeda, a camp for kids with Type 1 diabetes and through our state association provided funding to the pediatric trauma center of Robert Wood Johnson hospital.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany picks their own service projects that they feel need attention. They are all local people that volunteer their time and talents to make our community  a better place to live. They are busy with making a living, church, family, and many other activities. However, they have found that Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany gives us not only a chance to give back to our community in a meaningful way, but enjoy the fellowship, networking and fun aspects as well. Kiwanis offers an opportunity to get involved in our community; make a difference in the lives of children; meet, work and socialize with people in our community and help those in need in our community.

For more information, click here.

Car changes lanes and crashes into another vehicle

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Mr. Stan Davis, 56, Hackettstown was traveling North on New Road in the left lane, at 9:32 a.m. on Saturday, May 6. He was driving a 2012 Chevy Silverado.

Mr. Brahm Parasher, 48, Parsippany,  had just exited Route 280 West, onto New Road Northbound. His vehicle, a 2006 Acura MDX traveled approximately 40 feet North on New Road, before appearing to attempt to turn left from the right lane. Mr. Davis observed Mr. Parasher enter his lane, and applied his brakes in an attempt to stop.

Mr. Davis then struck the 2006 Acura MDX, who had improperly entered his lane.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 members arrived on the scene, because initially it was reported as a driver was entrapped in the vehicle and to clean up a minor gas spill on the road.

There were no summons issued at the time of this report. Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Richard Howell investigated the accident.

Both vehicles were towed from the scene by Hiawatha Towing.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 HazMat team arrived to clean up a gas spill
Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 member entering the vehicle that was first reported as an entrapment.

Morris County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit Visits Northvail

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Officers Tomasini and Perez of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office visited the first graders at Northvail Elementary School to teach the children about police dogs and their significance to the department.

They brought along Zander and Kiara, both Belgian Malinoises. This dog breed is known for being very protective and hardworking.

They also have the signature hallmark of all dogs, a keen nose. Malinoises are now favored over the more traditional German Shepard for police work due to their intellect and attentiveness, both necessary traits for effective police work.

First grade teacher Ms. Cassetta observed, “The children were thrilled to meet real officers from the K-9 unit and of course their special dogs.

I think the presentation was a fantastic way for the children to learn more about such important members of our community.” She added, “This educational experience will leave a lasting impression on them.”

The officers talked about how K-9 units are trained, their duties, some of the costs involved with specialized dogs, and the benefits of having a canine unit as part of a police force. The officers also fielded many questions from the students. Officer Perez even demonstrated some of 9-year-old Zander’s tricks to the delight of the awestruck children.

The K-9 unit supports all thirty-nine municipalities of Morris County, twenty-four hours a day, and seven days a week.

Girl Scouts to hold Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser

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Frank L. Cahill
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Spaghetti and meatballs served with garlic bread and salad

PARSIPPANY — Girl Scout Troop 5089 is holding a “Spaghetti Dinner” fundraiser on Saturday, May 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The event will be held at Saint Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 179 Baldwin Road.

The meal includes salad, spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread and dessert. Girl Scouts will perform Hansel & Gretel at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Tickets donations are $8.00 for adults, and $4.00 for children 10 and under. Preorder take out is a $8.00 donation.

For more information and to order tickets email gs5089dinner@hotmail.com. Proceeds will benefit Troop 5089.

In addition please bring a suggested item to donate to the Ronald McDonald House. Liquid hand soap, small paper plates, premmie diapers, antibacterial wipes, large paper plates, baby bottles, paper towels, plastic cutlery, baby toys, travel size deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste or body wash.

Hundreds Attend Lake Hiawatha School’s Second Annual Color Walk/Run

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Frank L. Cahill
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Lake Hiawatha School children participate in second annual 3K Rainbow Run

PARSIPPANY — The Lake Hiawatha School PTA hosted their second annual 3K Rainbow Run on Friday, April 28 at Veteran’s Memorial Park on Route 46, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of 250 including students, family and friends, along with teachers and administrators.

Lake Hiawatha children participate in second annual 3K Rainbow Run

Lake Hiawatha School PTA’s elected Chair, Cindy LaPresti, was one of the principal organizers. She said, “Our second year was great! We had generous sponsors, which meant lots of nice door prizes for attendees, and we had an excellent turnout by families from our school and beyond.” She went on to note her appreciation for the parent volunteers who assisted in planning and executing the event, extending special thanks to Sarah Burke, Halia Centeno, Paola Rodriguez and Diana Winkler.

The event again began with a ribbon-cutting performed by Mayor James Barberio. Volunteers staffed stations along the perimeter of the paved path, liberally dousing runners and walkers with colors that showed vividly against the white t-shirts provided to participants. Each walker also received a string bag that included coupons and a bottle of water.

Jim McBride was the event DJ. He provided upbeat music to entertain the crowd.  Amid the fun vibe, the noncompetitive race was clearly enjoyed by the many smiling children who enjoyed the family-friendly, healthy outdoor event. Onsite refreshments including pizza, chicken fingers, snacks and refreshing beverages were appreciated by parents, who enjoyed a kitchen-free night.

Funds raised go directly to support student programs. The Lake Hiawatha PTA finances all of the school’s assembly programs and the K-5 field trips. Beyond individual donations, the following local companies supported the school: Advocare Parsippany Pediatrics, Applebee’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Caggiano Orthodontics, Councilman Michael dePierro, D&B Chinese Restaurant, Foodtown, Home Depot, Jeremiah’s, Mathnasium, Modell’s Sporting Goods, Rauchberg Dental, ShopRite, Staples, Sushi Kuu Restaurant, Stop & Shop, Towne Tavern, Valentino’s Pizza and Victory Nails.

Lake Hiawatha School children participate in second annual 3K Rainbow Run

Theft of Cell Tower Batteries on Lake Shore Drive

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer David Ribaudo responded to a cell tower on Lake Shore Drive for a theft at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 11.

After speaking to the technician it was determined that an unknown suspect(s) entered the fenced in area of the tower and stole 28 backup batteries, worth approximately $6300.00. Detective A. Morelli responded to the scene to assist in the investigation.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department’s Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Central Middle School participated in the National History Day Club

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Frank L. Cahill
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Victoria Taco and Eileen Zhang with their exhibit project on Theodora
Victoria Taco and Eileen Zhang with their exhibit project on Theodora

PARSIPPANY — For the third consecutive year students from Central Middle School participated in the National History Day Club.

Every year over half a million middle and high-school students around the world conduct original research on historical topics of interest and compete with each other. Every year a new history theme is introduced.

This year’s theme is “Taking a Stand”. Students can work individually or with groups in creating a project of their choice. This year Central had 20 students compete at the regional competition at Kean University.

Eight of those students were chosen to compete at the State level competition that took place last week at William Paterson University.

There, two eighth graders, Victoria Taco and Eileen Zhang were chosen to compete in Washington DC this June for the National Competition.

They have conducted research on Theodora and how she took a stand for herself and women during the Byzantium Empire. Throughout their research Victoria and Eileen have also conducted  an interview with a professor from Kean University who teaches about the Byzantium Empire.

Ultimately, they have worked many hours on their project in which they competed against hundreds of other middle school students throughout NJ!

Essentially these two Parsippany students will be representing the entire state of NJ for the junior group exhibit category. This past Wednesday, these two finalists had the opportunity to attend  the “winners circle” meeting where they received the judges feedback and guidance on how to improve their project, process paper, and annotated bibliography for the National competition in June.

Victoria and Eileen will be traveling to the national completion with their families. They are very excited and nervous for this new journey. In the meantime, they will be continuing to improve their project by using the judges feedback.

The advisors and students would like to thank the Parsippany Education Foundation (PEF)  for the grant money received at the beginning of the school year to buy supplies and pay for the student’s registration to the regional, state, and national competitions. They would also like to thank Parsippany transportation for providing transportation to the regional and state competitions for these students.

Shoplifting arrest at Powder Mart

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Gregory Bloete responded to Powder Mart on a reported shoplifting. He was further advised the suspect had left the area. While in route to the store, he observed the suspect walking nearby on Route 10 East, at 12:13 on Saturday, May 6.

He made contact with suspect and identified him as Leo Culleny III, 25, Parsippany. After a brief investigation, Mr. Culleny was found to be in possession of approximately $10.00 worth of shoplifted items from the store.

He was placed under arrest and transported to Police Headquarters for processing. While at Police Headquarters he was charged on a Complaint-Summons for Shoplifting.

He was released on his own recognizance pending his court date.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Two New York travelers arrested for drugs on Route 46

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Frank L. Cahill
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Jamie Barberio

PARSIPPANY — While traveling in a marked patrol vehicle on Route 46 West, Patrol Sergeant Steve Miller and Ronald Carrozzino observed a 2004 Nissan Maxima on the eastbound shoulder of Route 46 with their hazard and reverse lights activated at 10:29 a.m. on Saturday, May 6.

They responded to the vehicles location to see if they could provide any assistance. Once contact was made with the occupants, a strong odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle.

After a brief investigation, the driver, Summer Mitchell, 26, Brooklyn, NY, was placed under arrest for Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The passenger, Jermaine Lincoln, 21, Brooklyn, NY, was also placed under arrest for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

They were both transported back to Police Headquarters for processing at which time they were charged on a Complaint-Summons with the following:

• Summer Mitchell – Possession of Marijuana Under 50 grams Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Jermaine Lincoln – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

They were both released on their own recognizance pending their court date.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Breaking news: Car Chase through several towns ends in Parsippany

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Initial unconfirmed reports indicate a stolen Black Mercedes was involved in a police pursuit which went through Boonton Township, Montville, Boonton and ended on Route 80, Exit 42 in Parsippany on Saturday, May 13 at approximately 6:30 p.m.

The Black Mercedes was in a police chase and ended on Route 80 near Cherry Hill Road. Sergeant Ross Cooper is seen with other officers at the scene. The Mercedes had blown out tires and front end damage.
Morris County Sheriff’s Office on the scene

Police were at the scene and took an individual into custody on the exit ramp of Route 80 heading to Cherry Hill Road.  Rockaway Neck Volunteer ambulance arrived at the scene, as a precautionary to check on an officer who received a minor cut, and the driver of the stolen vehicle was complaining of chest pains.

Parsippany Police, Morris County Park Police, State Police, Morris County Sheriff Department and other agencies on the scene.

Parsippany Focus will update article as details become available.

 

Police Unity Tour leaves Jersey and arrived in Washington DC

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Nicolas Limanov
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Police Unity Tour At National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Photo by Parsippany Police Chief Paul Philipps

PARSIPPANY — Tuesday, May 9 was the first of four days of bicycle riding for the Police Unity Tour Chapter 1 participants who left from Florham Park and are headed to Washington, DC.

The Unity Tour consists of Police Officers from not only around the United States, but a handful of other Countries. On the fourth day of the ride over 1,500 riders from all of the Chapters come together for one final ride into the Law Enforcement Memorial.

Team “ParFedLakes” consists of Parsippany and Mountain Lakes Police Officers, along with Special Agents from the FBI.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Chief Paul Philipps is riding in honor of Sergeant Kerry Joseph Winters Sr., of the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office, New York.

Ulster County Sheriff’s Sgt. Kerry Winters died after being found unconscious during an in-water dive training exercise at the Ashokan Reservoir in Olive, New York

Sergeant Winters was a member of the Sheriff’s dive team and died during a training dive on Thursday, September 22, 2016.

“As a member of the Parsippany Rescue and Recovery dive team, the tragic loss of Sergeant Winters touched me,” said Philipps.

Philipps will have the bitter sweet experience of meeting Sergeant Winters’s friends and family at the Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington D.C.

Philipps said “As I’ve done, too many times, at the conclusion of the Police Unity Tour ride I will give the widow a bracelet with his name as a memento. I want Mrs. Winters and all the families of our fallen officers to know that the sacrifice of their loved ones is appreciated and remembered.”

Winters, who had been with the Sheriff’s Office for thirty years, was a 1983 graduate of Saugerties High School, where he had been a standout wrestler and football player. A Saugerties resident, he was married to the former Michele “Mitchy” Ferraro and had two sons.

The Police Unity Tour’s motto is: “We Ride for Those Who Died” and we raise awareness about America’s fallen officers.

Philipps goal was to raise $1,850.00 but he raised $5,110.00, which is 276% higher than Paul’s goal. To see the complete list of donations, click here.

Assembly Candidate Fortgang held a clothing drive at IHOP

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Frank L. Cahill
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Assembly Candidate Laura Fortgang and Chloe Mathewson collecting clothes

PARSIPPANY — Democratic State Assembly Candidate Laura Fortgang is celebrating working mothers across New Jersey this Mothers’ Day weekend and held a clothing drive for Dress for Success on Saturday, May 13 at the Parsippany IHOP.

Dress for Success collects gently used business attire for disadvantaged women who are entering, or re-entering, the workforce to achieve economic independence and stability.

The event also honors the original intention of Mothers’ Day, which began in the 1850s as a call to action for women to become politically engaged in their communities. These “women work days” involved protesting for peace against the Civil War, improving sanitation to reduce infant mortality rates, and hosting post-war reconciliation events.

Laura Fortgang is running for State Assembly in New Jersey’s 26th District to restore accountability, transparency, and common sense to state government. A Verona resident, Laura is an internationally recognized career coach, best-selling author and mother of three. For more information click here.

Clothing drive for Dress for Success was held at Parsippany IHOP
Laura Fortgang putting more clothes that was collected at IHOP

Dress for Success promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and career development tools to help women thrive in work and life.

The 26th district includes the Morris County municipalities of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Butler Borough, Jefferson Township, Kinnelon Borough, Lincoln Park Borough, Montville Township, Morris Plains Borough, and Rockaway Township; Essex County communities of Fairfield Township, North Caldwell Borough, Verona Township, West Caldwell Township; Passaic County community of West Milford Township.

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