ROBBINSVILLE — Don’t even think about tailgating at any of the 23 high school football sectional finals that will be played this weekend around New Jersey. The New Jersey State Interstate Athletic Association issued a ban on parking lot festivities at the four sites hosting championship games Friday, Saturday and Sunday. In a statement issued Monday…
Tailgating banned during high school football title games this week at MetLife
Parsippany’s Expert: Aurora Information Security & Risk Found Liable for Fraud UPHELD
PARSIPPANY — On November 7, 2016, United States Court of Appeals found Mayor James Barberio and Township Attorney John Inglesino’s expert witness, (in the Captain James Carifi lawsuit), Matthew Ferrante “Not Credible” and ordered to pay Douglas Ferguson $371,594.34. This particular lawsuit was between Aurora (Matthew Ferrante) and a former business partner named Douglas Ferguson.
The three Judges for the second circuit Court of Appeals, Pierre N. Leval, Robert D. Sack and Reena Raggi all ruled in favor to uphold New York Southern District Court Judge Valerie Caproni’s decision finding Aurora Information Security & Risk and Matthew Ferrante liable for fraud.
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As listed in the Judges’ “Summary Order” under “Liable for Fraud” they stated “By contrast, the District Court found much of Ferrante’s testimony not credible. See e.g. id at 19 (Observing that Ferrante was “Largely not credible” in that he adhered to “An implausible narrative,” and his demeanor “Bespoke a witness who had predetermined what testimony he thought would be favorable and was resolved to provide it, without regard to whether it was true”).
The District Court ultimately concluded that “Ferrante” told Ferguson whatever Ferrante thought he wanted to hear in order to persuade him.”
Aurora Information Security & Risk and Matthew Ferrante were hired by Township Attorney John Inglesino with Mayor Barberio’s approval to investigate Captain James Carifi the day after his brother, Paul Carifi Jr. announced his candidacy for Mayor in January 2013.
This was also, two days after Councilman Louis Valori secretly tape recorded (click here to listen to audio) a Sunday night (January 13, 2013) meeting at Parsippany Municipal Building where Valori accused Mayor Barberio and John Inglesino of bribing him with a job offer for $50,000 a year. The matter was investigated by Somerset County Prosecutors Office and no charges were filed.
Parsippany Focus previously reported that Aurora Information Security & Risk was suspended by the State of New Jersey and was not allowed to do business with any municipality while suspended. (Read previous article by clicking here)
However, Mayor Barberio and John Inglesino continued to work with and pay Aurora during this suspension time. The suspension time for Aurora Information Security & Risk as per the State of New Jersey was from January 16, 2014 to May 13, 2015. (Click here to view State of New Jersey official document.) It was also reported that none of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Council members approved the services Aurora Information Security & Risk.
Township Attorney John Inglesino has billed Parsippany over one million dollars alone in fees Aurora Information Security & Risk has charged for investigating Captain Carifi.
To view the published opinion of the Court of appeals No: 15-3323-cv (2d Cir. Nov. 7. 2016) click here.
Family Promise Serves Record Number of People Impacted by Homelessness
MORRIS COUNTY — Family Promise of Morris County (FPMC), is closing out November Homelessness Awareness Month by receiving a Proclamation from Assemblyman Bucco acknowledging its work to end homelessness in the county.
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At the request of Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, the proclamation is bestowed to commemorate Homeless Awareness month, raise awareness of the issue and to recognize FPMC for their positive contributions to the County of Morris and it’s residents. Assemblyman Bucco urged all citizens to recognize and raise awareness of the issue of homelessness in our community.
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“The recognition of National Homeless Awareness month provides an opportunity for us to tell the story of each and every person we help and the impact that has on our community,” said Joann Bjornson, Executive Director, Family Promise of Morris County.
“Regardless of age, race or religion, we work to ensure dignity and a path to self-sufficiency is provided to all those who seek it. I have to thank our volunteers and community members who give their time, talent and resources to support our shared mission of ending homelessness.”
In 2015 Family Promise of Morris County mobilized a volunteer workforce of over 1600 from 87 congregations to provide services to the county’s most vulnerable citizens with funding from grants, foundations and primarily private donors. 93% of FPMC donations go directly to support families in programs.
Last year, The Family Promise of Morris County organization provided:
- 4,438 bed nights
- A 94% Success rate of emergency shelter clients getting and keeping housing
- Over 6,000 hours of Case management to this in shelter and community
- Through Our Promise Drop In center (opened July 21, 2015), provided clinical case management in 1-on-1 private sessions, having served 18,000 face to face meetings and organized and managed over 6,000 pieces of mail for over 500 individuals.
About Family Promise of Morris County
Family Promise of Morris County is a non-sectarian, not-for-profit organization dedicated to ending the crisis of homelessness faced by Morris County residents by partnering with other public and private agencies, religious congregations and community volunteers to provide shelter, case management and mentoring services leading to self-sufficiency.
In 2015, FPMC had a 94% success rate of shelter clients getting and maintaining housing. 93% of every dollar FPMC receives directly supports children and their families. FPMC is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. To donate or support FPMC click here.
Arrest for Hindering Apprehension
PARSIPPANY — Morris County Park Patrolman Timothy Drake executed a motor-vehicle stop for a moving violation in Parsippany on Wednesday, November 23
An investigation revealed Kristina M. Seybold, 20, Port Charlotte, Florida, to have an N.C.I.C. warrant from the Charlotte County, FL. Sheriff’s Office.
She was also charged with Hindering Apprehension and lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility pending extradition to Florida.
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.
Arrest for Narcotics and Driving while Intoxicated
PARSIPPANY — Morris County Park Patrolman Anthony Brunone executed a motor-vehicle stop for a moving violation in Parsippany on Friday, November 25.
An investigation led to Daniel J. Wilets, 26, Morris Plains, to be charged with Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, Being Under the Influence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance, Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and several motor-vehicle violations.
He was eventually released with a court date pending.
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.
New York Jets Surprise U.S. Military Members with Custom-Made Jerseys
FLORHAM PARK — The New York Jets in partnership with the USO helped transform a seemingly ordinary afternoon into a friendly, but competitive, Turkey Bowl event at the Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, the largest U.S. military base in the region. The action-packed event took place near the Pat Tillman USO Center, named for the former Army Ranger and Arizona Cardinals safety, as nearly 50 U.S. military members suited up for the game donning custom-made jerseys provided by the Jets.
The Blue Star Mothers of America, a non-profit organization whose mission is to support the military through service, fueled military members with over 100 “Humvee Gate” care packages. New footballs, flag belts and award balls were also sent over to support the Turkey Bowl.
“We thank all of our NFL teams that support our troopers, particularly the New York Jets for their support of the Turkey Bowl in Afghanistan this Thanksgiving weekend,” said Lieutenant General Joseph Anderson. “Most of our soldiers are athletes who cherish the opportunity for a little competition and team building while deployed or at home. Playing sports such as football while overseas in a combat zone is a huge distraction and the game makes everyone feel a little closer to home while they are away from their loved ones. We cannot do what we do without the support of our fellow Americans.”
For the day, the First Cavalry Division and USFOR-A were pitted against each other. Ultimately, Team First Cavalry Division prevailed, winning 79 to 62. SPC Keffer, quarterback for the First Cavalry, earned MVP honors. Before the game began, military members spoke with Jets center Nick Mangold via Skype for a pre-game talk before being treated to music and food outside of the Pat Tillman USO Center.
“It was an incredible honor to speak with the men and women of our military who every day serve to protect our country,” said Mangold. “Today was just a small token of our gratitude for their dedication and sacrifice.”
Wednesday’s game marked the second time the New York Jets and the USO have collaborated to host a flag football game. In August, the Jets sent custom-made jerseys, footballs, flag belts and more to the Bagram Air Base, where members from the 10th Mountain Division, 518th Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade and the 25th Signal Battalion of the U.S. Army played a handful of games.
“The men and women of the First Cavalry Division and U.S. Forces Afghanistan are deeply appreciative of the tremendous love and support you’ve shown from home, especially during the holiday season,” said Maj. Gen. John C. Thomson III, 1st Cavalry Division Commanding General. “This is a wonderful opportunity to engage in All-American turkey and football and I could not be more proud of the competitive spirit shown by our outstanding troopers.”
Eight soldiers, who participated in a Jets-themed flag football game earlier in the year while they were deployed to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, led the Jets out of the tunnel during introductions in Week 10. The group also presented Jets owner Woody Johnson with a signed game ball from the August event.
Mt. Tabor Paraprofessional Nominated for National LifeChanger Award
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PARSIPPANY —Sharon Dickerson, an instructional paraprofessional at Mt. Tabor Elementary School, has been nominated for the 2016-17 national LifeChanger of the Year Award.
Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, the national LifeChanger of the Year program recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 public and private school educators and employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence and leadership.
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Dickerson was nominated by a colleague, Jacqueline DeMarco. According to DeMarco, Dickerson and her family held a major role in re-opening Mount Tabor Elementary School in 1998. She has supported the school with numerous donations ever since, the largest of which was funding an outdoor classroom for all students to enjoy.
“Mrs. Dickerson is a LifeChanger due to her exceptional integrity, capability and sense of responsibility,” said DeMarco. “Many of our students’ parents say that she has made their children feel more comfortable and confident in their abilities.
Through all she has done, and all that she is, she has changed the lives of our students, colleagues and community.”
Dickerson is known for doing various acts of kindness at Mt. Tabor School. These acts include birthday cards for each staff member, hand crocheted afghans for every new baby born in the Mt. Tabor community and special items for those leaving the school. Most recently, Dickerson has made hundreds of smiley faces with inspirational messages on them for each and every staff member. Everything that she does helps her colleagues smile larger, work harder and make a larger difference in all of their students’ lives.
Dickerson is also known throughout the community for her generosity. She volunteers at the United Methodist Church in Mt. Tabor through teaching Sunday School and running their Thrift Shop. Additionally, she and her family have traveled to Guatemala each year for the past five years to build houses for families in need.
Each school year, the LifeChanger of the Year program receives hundreds of nominations from all 50 states and the District of Columbia. For 2016-2017, there will be a total of 15 individual LifeChanger of the Year awards. In addition, a sixteenth prize, the “National Spirit Award,” is given to the school and nominee whose community demonstrates the most support for their nomination. Each winner will receive a cash award that is split between the individual winner and their school. The national Grand Prize award is $10,000. Winners are announced via surprise award ceremonies held at their schools. The top five winners will also be honored at a national awards ceremony in Naples, Florida. Winners will be announced in Spring 2017.
Winners will be chosen by a selection committee comprised of former winners and education professionals. Nominees must be school district employees. Award winners are selected based on the following criteria:
- A proven ability to make a beneficial difference in the lives of students
- An ability to positively add to the development of the school’s atmosphere
- Is involved in leadership activities at the school and/or community level
- A demonstrative record of excellent performance at the professional level
- A commitment to producing a nurturing atmosphere
- Adherence to high moral and ethical standards
To view Ms. Dickerson’s LifeChanger of the Year nominee profile click here.
Explosive Beer Can on Allentown Road
PARSIPPANY — Multiple callers contacted the Parsippany Police Department’s Communication Center to report hearing a possible explosion in the area of Allentown Road and Marmora Road at approximately 9:00 p.m. on Sunday evening, November 27.
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Paul Merkler, a spokesman for the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, said the prosecutor’s office was notified of an explosion in the area of Allentown Road.
Multiple units responded to the scene and found the remnants of a small rudimentary device located in the roadway.
Parsippany Detective Ted Anderson, along with the Morris County Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad, Morris County Sheriff’s Criminal Investigation Section and K-9 responded to the scene to assist in the investigation.
Parsippany Rescue and Recovery was called to the scene to provide lighting in the area.
Merkler stated investigators determined a beer can with an explosive substance was detonated in the street but more information on the explosive used wasn’t available.
No injuries were reported. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311 or to make an anonymous crime tip contact Morris County Crime Stoppers at 973-COPCALL.
Santa coming to Parsippany Town Hall
PARSIPPANY — Santa Claus will make an appearance at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 4, at the Parsippany Municipal Building followed by the annual tree lighting.
At 5:00 p.m., the annual tree lighting ceremony will take place and Santa will arrive on a big red fire truck.
Following the lighting ceremony, all attendees can have a chance to meet with Santa Claus and take pictures and then enjoy light refreshments of hot chocolate and cookies.
The Municipal Building is located at 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.
In addition, Applebee’s located at 1157 Route 46, Troy Hills Shopping Center will hold a Breakfast with Santa fundraiser on Saturday, December 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to support the U.S. Marines Corps Toys for Tots program.
Tickets to Breakfast with Santa, which can be purchased by calling or visiting Applebee’s, are $10.00 each. Children under two are free.
Santa will also visit IHOP, 792 Route 46, on Sunday, December 25 for children to have an opportunity to take a picture with Santa.
Breakfast with Santa is planned at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10 West, Powder Mill Plaza West, Parsippany. Santa will be visiting on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Santa will be available to sit with the children as they enjoy breakfast, take pictures with Santa and Santa will have gifts for everyone!. Reservations are suggested, by calling (973) 998-7788. Please mention child’s name and time of arrival so Santa can personally greet the child.
Have Breakfast with Santa at Parsippany Applebee’s
Applebee’s located at 1157 Route 46, Troy Hills Shopping Center – as well as those across the state – will hold a Breakfast with Santa fundraiser on Saturday, December 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to support the U.S. Marines Corps Toys for Tots program.
Tickets to Breakfast with Santa, which can be purchased by calling or visiting Applebee’s, are $10.00 each. Children under two are free.
Advanced reservations are required.
In addition to food, guests will receive goodies, raffle tickets for door prizes and pictures with Santa
Applebee’s will be selling paper “gift tags” for $1.00 each, which will be displayed at the restaurant.
All of the proceeds from the breakfast and gift tag purchased with be donated to Toys for Tots.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with Toys for Tots for the 2016 holiday season,” said Doherty Enterprises Chief Executive Officer Ed Doherty. “The holidays are such a special time to give back to our local communities. We love interacting with our guests at every level to provide a fun-filled morning for all to enjoy the spirit of the season. We are thrilled to be able to support this amazing organization and encourage everyone to come out for a fantastic day of holiday cheer and charitable giving.”
Community Foodbank annouces #GivingTuesday Campaign
NEW JERSEY — The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) announced today the launch of its first advertising campaign in support of Giving Tuesday, November 29, a national day that kicks off the holiday season by encouraging charitable giving. This year, CFBNJ will receive an important monetary contribution from a generous friend who is passionate about ending hunger in New Jersey.
The anonymous donor has issued a $25,000 Giving Tuesday Matching Gift Challenge. On Giving Tuesday only, every gift to the FoodBank will be doubled up to a total of $25,000. Monetary donations are particularly critical to the FoodBank because every dollar donated results in the ability to provide five meals for New Jersey’s hungry men, women and children. That’s 10 meals for every dollar donated on Giving Tuesday! People can donate at FeedNJkids.org.
According to Feeding America®:
· More than 1 million residents in New Jersey, or about 11.8 percent of the state’s population, are “food insecure,” the term the USDA uses to indicate people who lack access to enough food to lead healthy lives.
· The average rate of child food insecurity is an astonishing 16.8 percent.
· This translates to almost 340,000, or nearly one in five children, who will miss more than one meal today.
“No one, especially a child, should miss a meal because their family cannot afford food,” said Debra Vizzi, President and CEO of the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. “Too many families – including those with working parents – have to choose between medicine and food; housing and food; or utilities and food. On Giving Tuesday, we are imploring all those who are able to help their neighbors and donate to the FoodBank so no one has to miss a meal due to cost.”
The integrated #GivingTuesday campaign includes traditional public relations featuring results of a survey conducted among New Jersey moms about the state’s hunger crisis; a social media campaign; as well as an impactful 30-second television and radio broadcast public service announcement debuting on over 100 cable networks on November 18, 2016. Again, donations can be made by visiting FeedNJkids.org.
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ), a member of Feeding America®, provides people across the state with food, help and hope. The FoodBank distributed over 43 million pounds of food last year to its more than 1,000 partner charities including pantries, soup kitchens, emergency shelters, mobile pantries, and child and senior feeding programs. For our neighbors, especially families, and for the volunteers and donors who support them, the Community FoodBank of New Jersey is the powerful change agent that fills the emptiness caused by hunger with the basic human essentials that people need to survive. More than 4.7 million times a year, someone in need is fed by the FoodBank’s network of partner charities.
Carousel of Learning held food drive
Carousel of Learning Childcare Center held a food drive to give food for those in need. All the children were asked to bring in food to be donated to the local food pantry. The children were proud to help.
Carousel of Learning Childcare Center uses a variety of activities to foster your child’s overall cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. It is their objective to learn the needs of the individuals in the program and to plan for the successful fulfillment of these needs. Positive development of the child’s image of self, is of prime importance in the program and is a priority in all aspects of program planning.
Carousel of Learning Childcare Center is located at 244 Kingston Road.
Matthew Aaron Donalds to wed Colleen Elise Hickey
PARSIPPANY — Susanne Parisi-Donalds and Scott Donalds, of Parsippany, announced the engagement of their son, Matthew Aaron Donalds, to Colleen Elise Hickey, of New York City. Colleen is the daughter of Harriet and James Hickey, of Toms River.
The bride-to-be is a 2011 graduate of James Madison University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in art history. She is employed by AMC Network as account service representative.
The prospective bridegroom is a 2008 graduate of University of Massachusetts-Amherst, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in finance. He also attended Seton Hall Prep. He is employed by Lenox Advisors as Vice President, corporate executive benefits.
A December 31 wedding is planned.
Cookies & Creches exhibit and bake sale
PARSIPPANY — Cookies & Crèches, the exhibit of nativities and crèches from around the world sponsored by to St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, will take place at the historic Smith-Baldwin House in Parsippany.
The collection has been featured on NJN television and in numerous publications. This year the event will be held on Saturday, December 10 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
In what has become an annual tradition in our area, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a critically acclaimed collection of over 200 different nativity scenes while also purchasing baked goods from an assortment of homemade holiday cookies from a variety of recipes. Admission is free.
“We are very excited about this new location,” commented Bruce Frigeri. The House will be fully decorated for Christmas, adding a touch of nostalgia to the Christmas tradition of displaying a crèche or nativity set in a home. The addition of a scavenger hunt featuring the crèches, encourages children to attend, as they have to locate different materials used in the making of the set, a particular animal featured, or locate where the set was made. At the conclusion, participants receive a special holiday treat!
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Christmas cookie walks are growing in popularity every year and provide visitors with an enjoyable way to get a head start on their holiday baking needs. About the cookie sale, Frigeri added that “People should arrive early to ensure the best selection.”
Cookies will be available for purchase at the price of $10.50 per pound. Hours for Cookies and Crèches will be from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. or until the cookies sell out if that happens first! Park at St. Gregory’s and walk next door to The Smith-Baldwin House.
The Smith-Historic Baldwin House was purchased by The Township of Parsippany in 2013 for the purposes of education and preservation. It is an 1820 long hall colonial set on 2.8 acres on South Beverwyck Road. Part of Parsippany’s Historic District, it is located next to St. Gregory’s at 460 South Beverwyck Road.
Mount Olive man arrested with pimping out teen girl
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Mount Olive Police Chief Stephen Beecher announce the arrest of a Mount Olive man for Human Trafficking.
Michael Keenan, 23, Mount Olive, was arrested Thursday, November 24 and subsequently charged with one count of Human Trafficking, in violation of N.J.S 2C:13-8(a)3, a crime of the first degree, one count of Promoting Prostitution, in violation of N.J.S 2C:34-1b(3), a crime of the first degree, and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child, in violation of N.J.S. 2C:24-4(a)1, a crime of the third degree. Defendant was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility.
The alleged victim in this matter is a 17 year old female who reported that she was led to engage in prostitution by Keenan between November 11 and November 21. The victim alleged that Defendant would drive her to hotels in Mount Olive to engage in such prostitution. After the sexual acts were completed, Keenan would allegedly collect a portion of the proceeds for himself.
Bail was set for Keenan by the Honorable Brian J. Levine, J.M.C. at $150,000. Judge Levine also issued a Nicole’s Law Restraining Order against Keenan.
Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the Mount Olive Police Department, specifically Detective Hunter Guiles, as well as members of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Detective/Supervisor Marshall Wang of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit of the at (973) 285-6200.
Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, this Defendant is presumed innocent unless he is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Kushner claims he did not push Christie out as Trump chair, report says
TRENTON — In a rare interview, Jared Kushner, the New Jersey-bred son-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, told Forbes that he was not behind Gov. Chris Christie’s removal as Trump’s transition chair. “Six months ago, Gov. Christie and I decided this election was much bigger than any differences we may have had in the past, and we…
PHS Drama Club will solve a murder mystery in “Holmes for the Holidays”
PARSIPPANY – The Parsippany High School Drama Club will present this year’s Fall Drama, “Holmes for the Holidays,” a comedic play written by Ken Ludwig. The show opens on Thursday, December 1 and will also be playing Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3, in the school auditorium.
All performances begin at 7:00 p.m. and general admission is $10.00 for Adults, $8.00 for Senior Citizens, Children, and Non-Parsippany District Students! Students with a Parsippany School ID are free.
Senior Carly Pasquale, the clubs publicist, encourages everyone to come out and enjoy a great evening of laughs and would like to thank the many people and businesses that make the high school performing arts a huge success on behalf of the entire cast and crew!
The production director is Ester Musilli and the Technical Director is Steve Gilgur.
The cast includes:
Gillette – Noel Chambers
Martha – Maddie Carden
Aggie – Carly Pasquale
Simon – Jaquan Eke
Felix – Ryan Crooker
Madge – Anya Kosachevich
Inspector – Juliana Smith
Daria – Talia Wynzel
Broadcaster – Sean O’Donnell
Understudies include Catherine Chiarolonza, Alivia Mercuro, Kaitlyn Sklow, Julia Sklow, Abby Sanchez and Stephanie Hernandez.
It is December 1936 and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast-members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry. But when one of the guests is stabbed to death, the festivities in this isolated house of tricks and mirrors quickly turn dangerous. Then it’s up to Gillette himself, as he assumes the persona of his beloved Holmes, to track down the killer before the next victim appears. The danger and hilarity are non-stop in this glittering whodunit set during the Christmas holidays.
Parsippany High School is located at 309 Baldwin Road, Parsippany.
Natoli Named 2016 Man of the Year by Boy Scouts of America
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MORRIS COUNTY — Paul R. Natoli, President and CEO of Joseph A. Natoli Construction Corporation was honored by the Boy Scouts of America Patriots’ Path Council which named the New Jersey business leader its 2016 Man of the Year.
The award was presented on November 4, at the Harvest Ball, an annual benefit that raises funds for more than 17,000 at-risk youth in Northern and Central New Jersey, and also supports the organization’s growing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) educational program.
Held at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster, the event was chaired by Thomas C. Stackhouse (Eagle Class of 1983), Chief Credit Officer/Senior Vice President of Investors Bank. Approximately $370,000 was raised during the evening, which included a silent auction. The honoree’s father, Joseph A. Natoli, who founded Natoli Construction in 1975, introduced Paul at the ceremony.
“To be viewed as a role model by the Boy Scouts of America Patriots’ Path Council is truly an honor,” said Paul Natoli. “Knowing all they stand for, and for promoting important values to today’s youth, makes this recognition especially meaningful. Important things—like the value of hard work, giving 100% to everything you do while at the same time treating people with respect, conducting yourself with honor, being trustworthy and dependable, and, most especially, being more of a giver than a taker in life—these are the values to which I attribute any bit of success that I’ve had personally. They’re also the foundation on which Natoli Construction was built and in many ways are the cause of its continued success over the past 42-plus years.”
After earning a B.S. degree “With Highest Distinction” from Purdue University in 1989, Paul entered the construction industry and worked his way up to his current position in 2008. Building on his father’s legacy, he has steered the firm through many complex, prestigious projects of national and international significance. These include significant construction projects for the National Park Service at the Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island National Monument, including major adaptive restorations of the Statue and full recovery efforts following Hurricane Sandy; the New York Giants headquarters and training facilities; and various educational facilities for Rutgers University. The firm also works on public and private schools, athletic facilities, commercial buildings, healthcare/laboratory facilities, hotels, and transportation.
“At Natoli Construction, we deliver the highest quality work to our clients. By the same token, we are committed to serving our community with equal levels of integrity and dedication,” said Paul Natoli. Based in Pine Brook, New Jersey, the company actively supports a variety of charitable causes. Paul has been a great friend to the Department for Persons with Disabilities’ Ministry of Caring, having served on its LongTerm Care Senior Care Committee and Casey Classic Committee. He is currently President of the Board of Governors of Rockaway River Country Club located in Denville, and is also a member of its Planning and Membership Committees.
Paul is very active in professional organizations supporting the construction industry, as well. He is past president of the Building Contractors Association of New Jersey and a current board member of the Associated Construction Contractors of New Jersey, where he also serves as Legislative Committee Co-Chair and panel member of its President’s Scholarship Committee. He is also a member of the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s Construction Management Advisory Committee. Natoli Construction is the recent recipient of the Business and Community Service Award from the Morris County Chamber of Commerce.
Elena Wolfe earns 2016 Liberty League Fall All-Academic Team honors
PARSIPPANY — Elena Wolfe of the RIT women’s soccer team earned 2016 Liberty League Fall All-Academic Team honors.
Liberty League commissioner Tracy King announced that 573 fall sport student-athletes have qualified for the 2016 All-Academic Teams in their respective sports, marking the second-highest total for fall sports since the league began recognizing outstanding academic achievement. RIT had a fall record 55 student-athletes honored by the league.
To be recognized as a member of the All-Academic team, a student-athlete must be a sophomore or higher in class standing with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.30. The Liberty League elevated the GPA requirement from 3.20 to 3.30 this fall to follow the established standard for eligibility for CoSIDA Academic All-America awards.
Rochester Institute of Technology is home to leading creators, entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers. Founded in 1829, RIT enrolls about 19,000 students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional programs, making it among the largest private universities in the U.S.
The university is internationally recognized and ranked academic leadership in business, computing, engineering, imaging science, liberal arts, sustainability, and fine and applied arts. RIT also offers unparalleled support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation. Global partnerships include campuses in China, Croatia, Dubai and Kosovo.
PHS invited former Homecoming Kings and Queen for 60th Anniversary Game
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School invited former Homecoming Kings and Queens back for their 60th Anniversary Homecoming Game on October 27.
In addition to a tremendous crowd of dedicated former and current student, the following alumni Kings and Queens were in attendance:
Kathy Larkin (’74), Annette Delaney (’89), Robin Falcone (’93), Nicole Henke (’99), Ashley Grande (’06), Chuck Anderson (’07), Sara Chauvette (’08), Nick Egidio (’08), and Rachel Leiberman (’11).
Congratulations to this year’s PHS Homecoming King & Queen, Kyle Steele and Courtney Calabrese and their Court:
Freshmen Attendants: Vincent Colantoni & Tabitha Gessling;
Sophomore Attendants: Aidan Brennan & Neha Deshpande;
Junior Attendants: Ethen Kaplan & Isabella Nicoletti;
Senior Attendants: Max Corbel, Spencer Huang, Jake Marlowe and Kevin Piriano
Alyssa Carriero, Salena Ledonne, Jen Mazo and Morgan Villopoto
On November 7, Parsippany High School invited back former staff members to spend a day shadowing current teachers. Teachers and secretaries from the 1950’s all the way up to 2014 had a great day reminiscing and touring the building. At the end of the day, some of the retired staff attended the faculty meeting and shared some of their experiences and memories of PHS over the years.