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PHS Academic Decathlon – First In Region

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Back Row: Alivia Mercuro, Adam Ye, Katherine Yang, Rohan Khajuria, Will Chen, Alice Limanova, Jessica Ho. Front Row: Annie Zhong, Andrew Lie, Daniel Kuo, Hugh Kwong, Sejal Murthy, Nicholas Lim

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany High School Academic Decathlon (AcDec) Team recently participated in the New Jersey Regional Competition. The competition was held at Clifton Middle School on Saturday, January 28.

Parsippany High School’s team placed first in the region and won the Super Quiz. Nine team members and six alternates competed on Saturday, advancing the team to the state competition to be held at Ramapo Hills High School. Team members who participated were: Will Chen, Rohan Khajuria, Daniel Kuo, Hugh Kwong, Andrew Lie, Alice Limanova Katherine Yang, Adam Ye and Ellie Xu,  Overall, the Parsippany High School team took home more than 70 awards and honors for the regional competition.

Academic Decathlon is a 10-event scholastic competition for high school students. The events include math, science, social science, literature, economics, art, music, speech, essay and interview. This year’s theme is World War II. Team coaches are Nancy Lennon, science teacher and Stacy Cozin, media specialist.

Stigma Free Morris County to Hold Major Forum on Opiate Addiction and Recovery

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PARSIPPANY — Collaboration is the key word in Stigma-Free Morris County these days. Being able to bring together public health, government, law enforcement, community and social service organizations to participate in a shared vision for change is the driver for the upcoming February 28 public workshop: “The Opiate Epidemic: From Addiction to Recovery.” This event will be held at Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Avenue from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.

So many organizations are developing and implementing strategies to combat this epidemic and yet, county-wide, many are not aware of what the resources are and the environmental strategies in place to effect real change. This is an opportunity for educating on what the problem is and what Morris County leaders are doing to save and restore lives.

“Morris County is committed to dealing with the issue of substance abuse, especially the surge in opiate abuse,” said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana. “This forum is another important step in educating our community to this issue. We encourage you to attend.”

Freeholder Doug Cabana

The workshop was organized through the efforts of the North Jersey Health Collaborative Heroin/Opiate Work Group, Morris County Human Services and Office of Health Management, and the Community Coalition for a Safe and Healthy Morris, an initiative of Morris County Preventions is Key.

Speakers will include: Brad Seabury, Morris County Chief Asst. Prosecutor; Eric Wilsusen, retired Asst. Chief Jefferson Township Police Department; Barbara Kauffman, Director of Prevention Services, for Morris County Prevention is Key (MCPIK); Beth Jacobson; Alton Robinson, Lead Peer Recovery Specialist, CARES; Melody Runyon, Assistant Director of MCPIK.

You must register for the February 28 event.

Villa Restaurant Group Hits Hole-In-One for Family Reach

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Lori Orrico, Event Organizer and Villa Restaurant Group employee; Marilyn Morello, Co-Founder, Family Reach; Ben Scotto, President, Villa Restaurant Group; Rick Morello, Co-Founder, Family Reach; Anthony Scotto, CEO Villa Restaurant Group

PARSIPPANY — Representatives from Villa Restaurant Group present a check for $48,000 to Family Reach, a financial lifeline to families with a child or parent afflicted with cancer. The funds were raised during Villa Restaurant Group’s annual charity golf outing and dinner at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club, where 110 golfers gathered to enjoy playing 18 holes while raising money for the cause. Golf was followed by a cocktail hour featuring a raffle giving away electronics, sporting tickets, memorabilia and much more.

Family Reach is located at 2001 Route 46, Suite 310. For more information, click here.

Villa Restaurant Group is a global multi-brand restaurant operator and franchisor. Founded in 1964 by Michele (Michael) Scotto, a Naples, Italy native, Villa Restaurant Group, began as a small pizzeria next to the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. Today, Villa Restaurant Group is an international organization that recently celebrated its 52nd anniversary with nearly 400 restaurants in malls, airports, casinos and other high-traffic locations.

Villa’s QSR brands, including Villa Italian Kitchen, Green Leaf’s Beyond Great Salads, Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt, South Philly Cheesesteaks & Fries, Far East and other emerging brands, can be found across 42 U.S. states, Puerto Rico and five additional countries. Villa also operates full-service restaurants in New Jersey under the 40North Group brand including The Black Horse Tavern & Pub, The Office, Steelworks Buffet & Grill, Piattino and George & Martha’s. For more information click here.

Jacqueline Wolf Spends Winter Break Studying In Hawaii

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Stevenson University Students Spends Winter Break Studying In Hawaii

PARSIPPANY — Jacqueline Wolf is one of several students who spent part of their winter break traveling to Hawaii as part of an environmental science class. Jacqueline is a 2014 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School.

Jacqueline Wolf

The students spent their time in Hawaii visiting many islands, where they learned about the diverse culture, animal populations, and plant varieties within our island state. Wolf, along with their classmates, studied species natural behavior and how it is impacted by the human population, while collecting data to aid natural conservation and restoration.

Senior, Kylie Handler says of her trip “The field studies trip to Hawaii was an educational and exciting experience.

The group had the opportunity to explore and learn more about the islands than we would have been able to on our own.” Those who visited the islands had the excellent opportunity to see all the iconic sites and National Parks that Hawaii has to offer.

Stevenson University is a coeducational, independent institution widely known for its unique synthesis of traditional liberal arts education and exceptional career preparation. The 4,200 students receive an innovative education from the six academic schools- Business and Leadership, Design, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Sciences, and Graduate and Professional Studies. Each student experiences individual attention from faculty members and extensive career preparation gained through real-world training. Two ideal locations just north of Baltimore, Maryland, in Stevenson and Owings Mills, make the University truly unique.

Noah Balanoff Joins Colliers International

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300 Interpace Parkway, Morris Corporate Center
Noah Balanoff

PARSIPPANY —  Noah Balanoff, a leading executive in New Jersey industrial real estate, has joined Colliers International Group announced David A. Simon, SIOR, Executive Managing Director and New Jersey market leader. Balanoff will be Executive Managing Director, focusing on the industrial platform.

Colliers International is located 300 Interpace Parkway, Building C, Morris Corporate Center.

“We are thrilled to have Noah join our team and become an integral part of our expansion within the industrial sector,” said Simon.

Balanoff was formerly Senior Vice President of CBRE, representing institutional property owners, as well as national and regional companies, in their industrial and supply chain/logistics-related requirements. Prior to joining CBRE, he was an Associate Director with Cushman & Wakefield in New Jersey, where he was a member of the industrial transactions and Global Supply Chain Solutions practice groups. His specialty is the sales and leasing of warehouse and distribution facilities with a focus on the New Jersey Turnpike corridor, primarily in the Interchange 8A/7A, Port Newark/Elizabeth and Meadowlands submarkets. 

“One of Colliers’ key goals is to continue the growth of their robust industrial and supply chain platform,” said Balanoff. “I look forward to leveraging my background and experience in the industrial sector of New Jersey real estate to help deliver that next-level expansion. I am so confident because the opportunities in New Jersey, the third largest industrial market in the U.S., are unparalleled. The institutional community—investors, developers and corporate occupiers—not only want to be here but, in most cases, need to be here. And the Turnpike corridor, specifically, is a prime industrial hub, recognized nationally and globally.”

Balanoff, a resident of Ramsey, is a graduate of the University of Albany. He is a Certified Commercial Real Estate Investment Member (CCIM).

Checklist For Tax Identity Security

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“There is no fool-proof way to stop identity theft,” said Kathy Pickering, executive director of The Tax Institute at H&R Block. “The good news is that the number of new reports of identity theft by individuals who filed 2015 federal tax returns has fallen by more than 50 percent thanks to the IRS and the tax industry partnering to combat tax fraud. But there is more to do, and it also takes vigilance and action on the part of consumers.”

For National Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week, taxpayers can review this checklist of some simple ways they can protect their information, beware of scams and be vigilant with their taxes.

Protect personal information

  • Do not carry a Social Security card in a wallet.
  • Do not give out a Social Security Number (SSN) on the phone or in a public place.
  • Do not send a SSN or date of birth in an email or a text.
  • Do not share an online user ID, password or PIN with others. Do not leave this information anywhere someone else can easily see or gain access to it.
  • Avoid easily guessed or common names and numbers for passwords and PINs. Change passwords regularly and don’t use the same password for multiple accounts.
  • Close unused credit-card accounts and destroy the credit card.
  • Use a shredder for documents containing personal information.
  • Use firewalls, anti-spam/virus software, update security patches.
  • Look for the S in https which means the site uses secure encryption technology.
  • Do not shop online on public Wi-Fi where information can be intercepted.
  • Request a copy of a credit report and keep tabs on who might be accessing it.
  • Review financial statements like credit card bills and bank statements for suspicious activity.

 Beware of Scams

  • Be aware of phishing and social engineering scams. Be suspicious of emails that ask for credentials. Do not provide personal information over the phone, via text, through the mail or on the Internet.
  • The IRS will never email or connect on social media to request personal information.
  • The IRS will never call to demand immediate payment.
  • The IRS will never ask for credit or debit card information over the phone.
  • The IRS will never require specific payment methods.
  • The IRS will always contact taxpayers by mail first about taxes owed.
  • Report phone calls, emails or letters from IRS impersonators to the Treasury Department. Use its IRS Impersonation Scam Reporting Portal or call 800-366-4484.

Be Vigilant with Taxes

  • File early to lessen the window of opportunity for a criminal to file first.
  • If using a tax preparer, ask what they do to protect tax return information.
  • Apply for additional IRS protections like the identity protection PIN.
  • Consider a product like the Tax Identity Shield.

Taxpayers can help better protect themselves by practicing these simple measures. But these measures alone won’t always be enough. Criminals can get the information they need to file a return from company and government data breaches.

The IRS and tax industry may be able to stop the thieves after they have the taxpayer’s information. But when the worst happens, the Tax Identity Shield offers victims assistance restoring their identities and getting their refunds. 

Taxpayers can learn more about tax identity theft, how to spot it and what to do if they become a victim and what H&R Block is doing to protect taxpayers.

CCM Named National Center of Excellence for Cyber Security Education

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Professor Patricia Tamburelli

RANDOLPH — County College of Morris (CCM) has become the first community college in New Jersey to gain designation as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE 2Y) through a program sponsored jointly by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.

The designation, offered through the National IA Education and Training Programs (NIETP), recognizes CCM as an institution with a proven track record for information security education and awareness. Only 41 community colleges across the country, or less than 3 percent, hold the same designation, according to the NIETP program office.

“We are deeply grateful to Professor Patricia Tamburelli, who with her husband and adjunct professor, Joseph Tamburelli, had the foresight and undertook the hard work to ensure CCM was able to obtain this designation,” said Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, CCM president. “Their expertise, exceptional work and dedication to students are the reason CCM stands out in higher education. Students who choose CCM can expect to receive a high-quality education and opportunities that they will not find elsewhere.

 “The Department of Information Technologies and its chair, Professor Nancy Binowski, also need to be commended for gaining this recognition, which places CCM as a national leader in the area of cyber security, as does CCM’s Board of Trustees for its vision and ensuring the resources are in place for such programs to flourish. What the Tamburellis have accomplished not only is good for CCM but can also be expected to serve Morris County and New Jersey in many ways including helping people to obtain great jobs.” 

“Joe and I are so pleased and honored that CCM has earned this designation,” said Professor Patricia Tamburelli, who, along with her husband, teaches information technology at the college. “We also are deeply grateful to Nancy Binowski who has been a true champion for making this vision a reality.”

To obtain the designation, CCM needed to demonstrate that its cyber security curriculum is aligned with national standards, that the college contributes to providing a pipeline of professionals who can assist with protecting against cyber attacks, and that it is a resource for the community in the area of information security.

The college currently offers a certificate program in information security and an Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology with both a digital forensics and information security track. Also offered is an Associate in Science in Criminal Justice with a specialization in computer forensics. 

In 2015, the Department of Information Technologies established the Center for Cyber Security at CCM to serve as a comprehensive resource for students, faculty, staff and the community in the area of cyber security. Also in 2015, the Tamburellis formed a cyber defense competition team at the college, the Cyber Centurions, which came in seventh place at its first competition at the Mid-Atlantic Regional College Cyber Defense program that year.  In addition, the department each semester offers cyber security workshops for the community, the most recent of which was a session for the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders.

Along with recognizing the excellence of the college’s educational programs, the CAE-CDE 2Y designation means that CCM students now can apply for scholarships through the National Science Foundation to continue their cyber security education at four-year institutions.

The CAE designation was established to increase the nation’s understanding of cyber defense and to address the critical shortage of professionals in the information security field.

The other CAE institutions in New Jersey are Fairleigh Dickinson University, New Jersey City University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Princeton University, Rutgers University and Stevens Institute of Technology.

For more information on cyber security at CCM click here.

Parsippany Chamber Networking Meeting

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Frank L. Cahill
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Mobile friendly responsive website

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its monthly networking meeting on Friday, February 10 at 8:00 a.m. at IHOP, 792 Route 46.

“It’s no secret that people are attached to their cell phones and tablets and use them for much more than calls and text messages. We all email, make purchases, handle banking, comment on social media, and search everything wherever we are,” said Robert Peluso, President Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.

It’s clear that mobile is here to stay and as a business executive, you need to be sure your website can be seen by prospects and clients on every size device.

You may say – “Why? What difference does it make?”

Join us at our next PACC breakfast and find out all the compelling reasons you need to have a responsive, i.e., mobile-friendly, website. We’ll also talk about marketing your small business in a mobile society.

Cost for this event, which includes breakfast is $10.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. Bring plenty of business cards and brochures because there will be plenty of time for networking.

For more information click here for our website  or  contact Frank Cahill at (973) 402-6400. Click here to register for the event.

General Meeting for Woman’s Club scheduled for February 27

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Area women are invited to join members of the Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills (WCPTH) who will meet on Monday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building, 100 Centerton Drive. The club is a great group of women of all ages and walks of life committed to volunteerism and service to the community.

Every two years, Women’s Clubs in the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (NJSFWC) support a State Special Project (SSP) with public awareness campaigns. Prevent Child Abuse; NJ (PCA-NJ) is the State Special Project for 2016-2017. The SSP offers the opportunity to educate all communities across the state with information about  PCA-NJ which promotes great childhoods, positive parenting and healthy child development.

After a short business meeting, PCA-NJ  Area Director, Karen Benjamin will provide information about the organization.  The PCA-NJ mission is to prevent child abuse and neglect, in all forms, for all New Jersey children. Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey is the only statewide non-profit dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect in all forms, for all New Jersey children.  For more information on PCA-NJ click here.

The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC, which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service.    For more information call Cathy at (973) 984-0758, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com or visit the website by clicking here.

Meeting schedule is subject to change.  Please contact Cathy (Membership Chairman) if interested in attending a meeting or to confirm date and time.

Parsippany Express Youth Track and Field Team to Open Registration

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PARSIPPANY — Did you know that the Parsippany Express Spring Youth Track & Field program has been ongoing in Parsippany for over 20 years?

The team is open to children turning eight by December 31, 2017. Sorry, no high school students.

The events offered are the 100 meter, 200 meter, 400 meter dashes, 800 meter and one mile runs, long jump and shot put.

Registration for the Spring Season opens on February 1 and the team will start practices (weather permitting) on March 7. The program runs through the end of May. Track meets are usually every Sunday during April and May.

We compete in the Lakeland League which is comprised of other teams from Morris County. The Parsippany Express Youth Track & Field Team is a fantastic opportunity for kids who play any sport but really excellent for those who have a love of running and field events and want a good base to continue on in middle school and high school. Click here to visit our website, if you would like to register. Click here to send an email.

Roger Williams University Announces Fall 2016 Dean’s List

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Nick Gaudio

PARSIPPANY — Select students have been named to the Fall 2016 Dean’s List at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. Full-time students who complete 12 or more credits per semester and earn a GPA of 3.4 or higher are placed on the Dean’s List that semester. The local students include:

Nicholas Gaudio, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, Class of 2014, currently majoring in Engineering.

Lauren Calabrese, is a graduate of Parsippany High School, Class of 2015, currently majoring in Creative Writing.

About RWU: With campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I., Roger Williams University is a forward-thinking private university committed to strengthening society through engaged teaching and learning.

At RWU, small classes, direct access to faculty and guaranteed opportunity for real-world projects ensure that its nearly 4,000 undergraduates – along with hundreds of law students, graduate students and adult learners – graduate with the ability to think critically along with the practical skills that today’s employers demand.

Roger Williams is leading the way in American higher education, confronting the most pressing issues facing students and families – increasing costs, rising debt and job readiness.

Suraj Shah named to Dean’s List at George Washington University

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Suraj Shah
George Washington University

PARSIPPANY — Suraj Shah a graduate of Parsippany High School Class of 2016 was named to Dean’s list at George Washington University in Washington, DC.

Suraj has resided in Parsippany for 13 years and attended Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Schools.

He is studying Computer Science.

He was a Team Leader/volunteer at Saint Clare’s Health from January 2013 to December 2015.

George Washington University attracts a wide range of students, faculty and staff from around the world with a wealth of viewpoints, perspectives, values and experiences. Understanding and celebrating the differences strengthens of their community and encourages problem solving from multiple perspectives.

Their efforts to ensure that everyone receives the support that they need is present throughout the university. From tutoring and disability accommodations to cultural events and volunteer activities, they work to reach and support community members of all interests and backgrounds.

George Washington University is located at 2121 Eye Street, NW, Washington, DC. For more information click here.

New play takes on Parsippany High’s controversial mascot name change

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Parsippany High School

Soon after leaving her native California and settling in New Jersey, playwright Nikkole Salter noticed something unusual about her new home state: the abundance of strange-sounding place names. “Weehawken, Hoboken, I thought maybe they were Eastern European or something,” the Obie Award-winning actress and writer recalled in an interview with NJ Advance Media. “Then I found…

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Top 6 finishers for each weight at the 2017 Morris County Wrestling Tournament

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Below are the top six finishers in each weight class from the Morris County Tournament. The two-day tournament was held Friday and Saturday at Mount Olive High School. For full coverage from the tournament, follow this link and for results from the third- and fifth-place matches, follow this link. 106 1-Anthony Clark, Delbarton 2-Dom DiGena, Mendham…

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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Morris County

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MORRIS COUNTY — At the their meeting on Wednesday, January 25, the Morris County Freeholders proclaimed January 2017 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. The objective of Human Trafficking Awareness Month is to educate county residents about human trafficking, and to ask them to be cognizant of the same to assist law enforcement rescue victims of this crime.

Human trafficking typically targets vulnerable women and non-English speaking people. There are two types of trafficking, Sex Trafficking and Labor Trafficking. Sex Trafficking results in adult and child victims being subject to commercial sex against their will, while Labor Trafficking occurs when the victim is compelled to work or provide services against their will. Force, coercion or fraud are the common methods used by traffickers to control their victims.

In recognition of this public awareness campaign, Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, as well as Human Trafficking Coordinators, Assistant Prosecutor Laura Magnone and Detective Supervisor Marshall Wang of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes / Child Endangerment Unit, were present during the issuance of the proclamation by the Freeholders.

“The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has aggressively investigated and prosecuted several human trafficking cases under my tenure and will continue to do so,” said Prosecutor Knapp. “Working with the Coalition against Human Trafficking we have sought to educate the public to report any suspected trafficking. By doing so, we can hopefully help those victimized by this scourge. ”

If anyone observes suspicious activity that may be Human Trafficking, please immediately report the situation to your local police department or to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200.

Morristown Medical Center earns hospital award

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Morristown Medical Center

MORRISTOWN — Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center in Summit, both part of Atlantic Health System, have been recognized with the 2017 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence from Healthgrades, a consumer resource for health information. The distinction places each medical center in the top five percent for clinical excellence among more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide.

This is Morristown Medical Center’s seventh consecutive time and Overlook Medical Center’s fourth consecutive time receiving the award.

“Choosing a hospital is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence recognition from Healthgrades is additional confirmation that Atlantic Health System is committed to excellence in quality and safety,” said Trish O’Keefe, president, Morristown Medical Center.

“We are honored to be recognized among this elite group of health care providers,” said Alan Lieber, president of Overlook Medical Center. “Clinical excellence, combined with patient-centered care, is key to the positive experience that Atlantic Health System provides to patients and caregivers.”

“Consumers are doing their research when it comes to selecting the hospital where they receive their care, and high-marks in quality are a valuable differentiator that can set organizations apart,” said Brad Bowman, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Healthgrades. “We commend hospitals that have achieved Healthgrades 2017 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence for demonstrating an unwavering commitment to high quality care for their patients.”

From 2013 through 2015, patients treated in hospitals receiving Healthgrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence had a lower risk of dying (across 19 procedures and conditions where mortality is the clinical outcome), than if they were treated in hospitals that did not achieve this distinction.

During this same period, if all other hospitals performed at the level of Distinguished Hospitals for Clinical Excellence across these 19 procedures and conditions, 160,322 lives could potentially have been saved.

The 258 recipients of the Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™ stand out among the rest for overall clinical excellence across a broad spectrum of care. During the 2017 study period covering the years 2013 to 2015, these hospitals showed superior performance in clinical outcomes for patients in the Medicare population across at least 21 of 32 of the most common inpatient conditions and procedures as measured by objective clinical outcomes performance data.

To learn more about how Healthgrades determines Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence recipients, click here.

Freeholders Proceed With Comprehensive Space Study For Morris County Government And State Courts

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Morris County Court House
Morris County Court House

MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of Freeholders has hired a professional services consultant to study the long-term space needs of county government and the state court system in Morris County, with a continued focus on keeping those operations in downtown Morristown, which is the county government seat.

Morris County Administration Building

Dewberry-NJ Designers, working with Louis Berger U.S. Inc., will review those needs based on a 20-year growth projection. The evaluation would take into account the space needed by all of the state court and county government services located in downtown Morristown.

Much of the impetus for pursuing such an evaluation stems from the state judiciary space guidelines.

Importantly, any concepts that are developed must consider the changes needed to meet modern-day safety, security, technology, and accessibility to courts and government while preserving the historic integrity of the Morris County Courthouse complex and respecting the surrounding historic districts in Morristown.

Freeholder Doug Cabana

“We must plan properly for the future of our county and court operations, to ensure that we have modern facilities that meet the needs of the 21st Century, with adequate space for future expansion,’’ said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana.

“This also gives us an opportunity to make Morris County the judicial capital of North Jersey for decades to come, bringing in new jobs and services, and boosting the county’s economy,’’ said Freeholder John Cesaro, the board’s public works liaison.

Freeholder John Cesaro

The study should take about nine months at a cost of $371,000. A committee of key staff members, appointed by the County Administrator and Superior Court Assignment Judge, will lead this effort.

Currently, county government, the state courts, and related nonprofit organizations share space in the County Courthouse, the County Administration and Records Building, the Schuyler Annex, and satellite structures and parking facilities in the adjacent vicinity. Additional state court services are located in the Headquarters Plaza Building about one block away.

This analysis will provide a series of space utilization recommendations with accompanying cost estimates. It must include three key tenets:

  • Core state courts and county government services must remain in downtown Morristown, the county seat.
  • Uninterrupted continuation of county government and state court operations through implementation of the project is essential.
  • Any recommendations must recognize the conservative spending policies of county government.

Private Swim Lessons at the Y for kids 3-13 years old

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Frank L. Cahill
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Funny face portrait of little baby boy swimming and diving

MOUNTAIN LAKES — If you would like the individual attention of one-on-one private swimming instruction with one of the Y’s top instructors, sign up for 30-minute Private Swim Lessons that will take place during the week of February 20-24 on Monday through Friday only at 4:00, 4:30, and 5:00 p.m.

Lessons are available for ages three (and potty trained) through age 13. Y membership is not required. Lessons are $20.00 per half-hour for members; non-members pay $35.00.

In person registration begins Monday, February 6 at 8:00 a.m. Limited spots available so sign up early. (Same instructors are not guaranteed.) Diving board lessons are not available. For more information, contact Aquatic Director, Ed Soder at (973) 334-2820, or email at eds@lhymca.com Parents of children with Special Needs should contact Ed prior to registering.

 

Lightning strikes at Pocono Dome Softball Tournament

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PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, January 21 there was a Lightning strike at the Pocono Dome in Sciota, PA. The 12U Parsippany Lightning won the 2017 12U softball tournament. They defeated the Warren Craze, Kaboom and the Edison Angels to win the title in exciting fashion.

They received outstanding pitching all day and timely hitting to bring home the title.

The team members are: Abigail Adams, Nikki Vecchia, Haley Belfiore, Sabrina Gong, Mykayla Swan, Carlee Urban, Carly Spiel, Laurie Bedore, Katie Dusko, Gabby Vazquez, Anna Lamperti, Jaclyn Tafro, Ashley Dana and Allison Paterno.

Northvail-Rockaway Meadow Students Visit the Post Office

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PARSIPPANY — Northvail and Rockaway Meadow students got a special treat this week filled with fun facts about the Postal Service and how mail is delivered. Mrs. Perrone’s second grade ESL students from Northvail School visited the Lake Hiawatha Post Office.  Mrs. Didimamoff’s first and second grade ESL students from Rockaway Meadow School also participated in the field trip.

A visit to the Parsippany Post Office

Students were given a tour led by Postmaster, Paul Wells.  At the post office, students followed letters from their point of entry into the building to their departure for delivery.

The experience showed students how the mail touches everyone’s lives everyday. Students also had fun browsing the collection of United States Postal Service’s commemorative stamps, honoring significant people, dates, historical events, and symbols in our nations’ history.   

The tour ended by having each student mail a letter to their home address, so they can witness their post office in action. They left with a better understanding of how the local post office joins the community together and brings a valuable service to its residents. 

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