PARSIPPANY — Scouts from Boy Scout Troop 72, Cub Scout Pack 177 and Cub Scout Pack 215 helped package 3,000 trees that will be distributed for Arbor Day. This was performed under the direction of Parks and Forestry Superintendent, Jim Walsh. This is the 40th year the Scouts been doing this for Parsippany and only one town, Paramus, holds the honor with Parsippany.
Runners and walkers, of all ages, are encouraged to participate in the Diabetes Foundation, Inc.’s (DFI) Eighth annual “Run the Palisades” 5K & 10K Run/Walk/Kids Fun Run on Sunday, May 15. Beginning at the Fort Lee Community Center, 1355 Inwood Terrace, this USATF certified course travels through Fort Lee and Cliffside Park.
Run the Palisades originated in collaboration with the late Gerald Calabrese, Mayor of Cliffside Park for 50 years, who was committed to helping residents dealing with diabetes in New Jersey. Mayor Calabrese enlisted the assistance of Fort Lee Mayor Mark Sokolich, who willingly agreed to support the cause. Resuming the role from his father, Mayor Thomas Calabrese, who also lives with diabetes, participates in the 5K/10K & supports the work of Diabetes Foundation, Inc.
Awards will be given in all age categories and all participants will receive goody bags and refreshments. Additional activities include health screenings: blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, diabetes risk assessment, and vision; massages; healthy cooking demonstrations; diabetes health education; and fitness assessments.
Groups and individuals interested in participating in Run the Palisades can register by visiting www.runthepalisades.org or calling (201) 444-0337. For additional information about services and programs Diabetes Foundation, Inc. offers throughout the year, click here.
Since 1990, the Diabetes Foundation, Inc. (DFI) has been dedicated to serving low-income, uninsured, and underinsured New Jersey children and adults with diabetes. DFI improves patient care and quality of life by focusing on four main areas of support: medication and medical supplies assistance, patient support services, diabetes public education, and Camp Nejeda scholarships.
PARSIPPANY — Grover Kemble will be performing this evening, Thursday, April 28 starting at 7:00 p.m. at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10 West, Powder Mill Plaza West.
Grover Kemble is a musician, singer, and songwriter, well known for his spontaneous and daring approach to jazz, fun-loving personality, and classic showmanship.
For several decades, Grover Kemble has sought to provide high-quality live music. With a warm personality and keen sense of humor, he easily connects with his audience and keeps them smiling long after the show is over. Kemble displays a high level of sophistication, impeccable timing, and a compelling sense of style.
Kafe Mozart, opened earlier this year, serves delicious home made meals featuring appetizers, crepes, panini’s, homemade soups, dinner entrees, a large assortment of salads and a full service espresso bar.
To make reservations for this evening, call (973) 998-7788, or visit KafeMozart.com.
PARSIPPANY — Online registration is underway for Mount Tabor Music Camp which will celebrate its 63rd year when camp opens on Tuesday, July 5. In-person registration, where students can try out instruments in which they’re interested, will be held Thursday, May 5 at Brooklawn Middle School, 250 Beachwood Road, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
The camp, which is held at Brooklawn Middle School, is a terrific place for area children to learn a new instrument or improve existing skills. Classes are held weekday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, students receive lessons on their instrument(s) of choice and then come together for full band or ensemble rehearsal. The camp goes through the month of July and concerts are given during the final week.
To be eligible for registration, the youngest students must have completed the third grade, the program welcomes students up through senior year of high school. Classes offered include a Jazz Program, Guitar Program, Music Theory classes, as well as instrumental lessons.
“This will be the seventh year my kids are attending Mount Tabor Music Camp” shared Betty Wyka, “it is a great program with a truly talented staff. My daughter now plays two instruments and is taking theory classes, my son added an instrument last year. They love it!”
Online registration begins April 25 by clicking here, in person registration begins at 5:00 p.m. on May 5 at Brooklawn Middle School. Discounts are given for registration before May 23 and for multiple students enrolling from the same family. For more information email tabordirector@gmail.com or call (201) 452-6063.
RANDOLPH — The Radiography Program at County College of Morris (CCM) recently had its reaccreditation extended from five to eight years by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) based on a successful site visit by the committee.
JRCERT is the only agency recognized by the United States Department of Education for the accreditation of educational programs in radiography, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance and medical dosimetry.
In notifying the college, JRCERT noted, “The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology directors and staff congratulate you and the program faculty for achieving the maximum award of accreditation from the JRCERT and wish you continuing success in your efforts to provide a quality educational program.”
“We’re delighted to receive this extension, which recognizes our program as a quality educational opportunity,” said Denise Vill’Neuve, professor and chair of the Department of Allied Health at CCM.
CCM offers an Associate in Applied Science degree in radiography that prepares students for direct entry into the job market.
For more information on the Radiography Program at CCM, click here.
PARSIPPANY — Pinnacle Foods announced that its Board of Directors has named Mark A. Clouse as the Company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 23, 2016, replacing Bob Gamgort, who is leaving the Company at the end of this month. Clouse will also serve on the Company’s Board. Craig Steeneck, Chief Financial Officer of Pinnacle, will assume the additional role of interim-CEO of Pinnacle, upon Gamgort’s departure and through May 22, 2016. Pinnacle Foods is located at 399 Jefferson Road.
In making the announcement, the Company also reaffirmed its outlook for adjusted diluted EPS for 2016 in the range of$2.08 to $2.13, which will be discussed in detail tomorrow on the Company’s previously-scheduled earnings call for the first quarter.
Clouse, 47, is currently Chief Commercial Officer at Mondelez International, Inc., where he has held a broad range of leadership positions involving iconic brands such as Oreo, Nabisco, Cadbury and Trident during his 20-year tenure at Kraft Foods Inc. and the subsequent spin-off of Mondelez. In his current role, Clouse oversees the company’s commercial execution for all of its five geographic regions, as well as the global sales function. Prior to this, Clouse was Chief Growth Officer for Mondelez, where he was responsible for the company’s growth strategy and oversaw key areas such as corporate strategy, global marketing, global sales, and research, development and quality. In addition, during his tenure, Clouse also led smaller, entrepreneurial businesses in emerging markets, such as China and Brazil, and held leadership roles involving the integration of acquisitions.
Before joining Kraft Foods Inc., Clouse served in the United States Army as a pilot and completed his service as a Captain. He is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, with a degree in economics.
Commenting on the appointment, Pinnacle Chairman Roger K. Deromedi stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Mark to Pinnacle as our new CEO. He assumes the leadership of a very strong company with an exceptionally talented team and bright future. Mark’s strong operating background and proven track record of success, combined with his broad experience in both the North American market and more entrepreneurial developing market businesses, make him the ideal candidate to lead Pinnacle and drive the continued success of our business model and strategy.”
“I am delighted to be joining Pinnacle and honored to take the helm of such a well-run and admired company. I believe the Company’s proven business model and strategy will continue to deliver consistently strong results, and I look forward to leading the organization through its next stage of attractive value creation,” added Clouse.
About Pinnacle Foods Inc.
In more than 85% of American households, consumers reach for Pinnacle Foods brands. Pinnacle Foods is ranked on Fortune Magazine’s 2015 Top 1000 companies list. We are a leading producer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products, which have been trusted household names for decades. Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, our business employs an average of 5,400 employees. Our Duncan Hines Grocery segment manages brands such as Duncan Hines® baking mixes and frostings, Vlasic® and Vlasic Farmer’s Garden® shelf-stable pickles, Wish-Bone® and Western® salad dressings, Mrs. Butterworth’s® and Log Cabin® table syrups, Armour® canned meats, Brooks® and Nalley® chili and chili ingredients, Duncan Hines® Comstock® and Wilderness® pie and pastry fruit fillings and Open Pit® barbecue sauces. Our Birds Eye Frozen segment manages brands such as Birds Eye®, gardein™, Birds Eye Steamfresh®, C&W®, McKenzie’s®, and Freshlike® frozen vegetables, Birds Eye Voila!® complete bagged frozen meals, Van de Kamp’s® and Mrs. Paul’s® frozen prepared seafood, Hungry-Man® frozen dinners and entrees, Aunt Jemima® frozen breakfasts, Lender’s® frozen and refrigerated bagels, and Celeste® frozen pizza. Our Specialty Foods segment manages Tim’s Cascade Snacks®, Hawaiian® kettle style potato chips, Erin’s® popcorn, Snyder of Berlin® and Husman’s® snacks in addition to our food service and private label businesses. The acquisition of Boulder Brands adds well-known brands such as Glutino®, Udi’s Gluten Free®, Earth Balance®, EVOL® foods, and Smart Balance® to the Pinnacle Foods portfolio. Further information is available at www.pinnaclefoods.com.
NEWARK — The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has fined a New Jersey law firm and the debt collection company it worked with and ordered them to stop filing abusive debt-collection lawsuits. The bureau Monday announced the actions against the law firm of Pressler & Pressler in Parsippany and New Century Financial Services of Whippany. The…
PARSIPPANY — A New Brunswick man is facing charges after he allegedly broke into his ex-girlfriend’s apartment before dawn on Thursday morning and prevented her and another person from leaving by holding the at knifepoint, the Daily Record reported. Edward A. Peters, 33, was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility on $75,000 bail on charges…
PARSIPPANY — Area students were honored at the April General Meeting of the Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills. Attending were the ten high school seniors who were awarded scholarships, one of two eleventh grade girls who was selected to attend the Girls Career Institute at Douglass College this summer and two of the fifth grade students who participated in the club’s Annual Spelling Bee. The Parsippany High School seniors who were awarded $750 scholarships are: Allison Davanzo, Maurizia DePalma, Zully Delgado, Declan Deven, Jessica Phillips, Thomas Pogoda and Megan Wang. From Parsippany Hills High School; Andrea Alfonso, Justin Chimoff and Clara Delgado. Riya Patel, Parsippany Hills High School Junior was selected to attend the Girls Career Institute at Douglass College this summer. Sayanika Upadhyay, fifth grader at Northvail Elementary School and Audrey Kuo, fifth grader at Mt. Tabor represented students from the club’s Annual Spelling Bee.
The club’s educational programs began in 1955, when there was one high school, and Parsippany was not the bustling township it is today. Over the years the club has given nearly $100,000 back to Parsippany’s students through its awards program. WCPTH was also one of the first donors and driving force behind the establishment of the town library.
WCPTH’S educational programs are made possible through the proceeds from its Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic & Luncheon Social. This year the 35th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic & Luncheon Social will once again be held at the Knoll West Country Club on Tuesday, July 12 The cost for golfers is $100.00 and includes golf cart and green fees, continental breakfast, hot lunch, door prizes, Tricky Tray and much more. Non golfers can join friends to play cards, socialize and enjoy the continental breakfast, hot lunch and other activities for $35.00. For more information on the Golf Classic or luncheon, contact Lois at (973) 887-6627 or WCPTH Golf Outing, PO Box 98, Parsippany, NJ 07054
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (NJSFWC), 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 on the web, www.parsippanywomansclub.org.
DENVILLE — Morris County School of Technology student Yashwee Kothari has received the NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing. The award, sponsored by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT), recognizes young high school women for their computing-related achievements and interests as part of an effort to encourage more young women to choose careers in technology.
Award-winners were selected from high schools across New Jersey for their outstanding aptitude and interest in information technology and computing, solid leadership ability, good academic history, and plans for post-secondary education.
“Encouraging young women’s interest in technology careers is critical: our workforce needs their creativity and their innovation,” said Lucy Sanders, CEO and Co-founder of NCWIT.
“Morris County School of Technology is proud that one of its own students received this prestigious award, and offers an Academy for Computer Information Science, recognizing its value to students’ future success,” said Shari Castelli, Director of Curriculum and Programs.
The Morris County Vocational School District provides vocational and enrichment programs that inspire and prepare students to succeed in today’s world and pursue tomorrow’s opportunities. Find out more at (www.mcvts.org) to learn about programs, including high school Career Academies, Share Time Programs, and Continuing Education programs.
The National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) works to correct the imbalance of gender diversity in technology and computing because gender diversity positively correlates with a larger workforce, better innovation, and increased business performance. Increasing the number of women in technology and computing also has the potential to improve the design of products and services to better serve a more diverse population, and increase economic and social well-being by providing more women with stable and lucrative careers. Find out more at www.ncwit.org.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School Future Business Leaders of America is hosting a Dine for Dollars fundraiser on Monday, May 9 at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10, Parsippany.
Ten percent of all purchases from dine-in, take-out, delivery orders and gift cards will be donated to Parsippany Hills High School Future Business Leaders of America.
Future Business Leaders of America is the largest career student organization in the world. Each year, FBLA-PBL helps over 250,000 members prepare for careers in business.
Their mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.
The fundraiser is one many planned at Kafe Mozart for non-profit groups. “Being involved with fundraising for many non-profit organizations over the years, I am happy to make it easy for groups to raise the needed funds for their organization, said Co-owner Frank Cahill.”
Kafe Mozart opened earlier this year serving savory crepes, panini’s, home made soups, entrees, sandwiches, breakfast and sweet crepes and has an extensive espresso bar serving cappuccino’s, latte’s, coffees and more.
Diners must use event fliers to donate to the fundraiser. The fliers are available for download at kafemozart.com, or by clicking here.
Dine for Dollars fundraiser takes place all day Monday, May 9 at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10 West, Powder Mills Plaza West, Parsippany.
PARSIPPANY — Robert “Bo” P. Rizzolo, 76, passed away on Friday, April 22 at his home.
He was born in Newark and resided there for 32 years before moving to Parsippany in 1971.
Bo was a dedicated Police Officer. He began his law enforcement career with the Newark Police Department where he worked from 1967 until 1971. He then went on to join the Parsippany Police Department where he worked for 27 years before retiring in 1998 as Detective.
Bo was an avid collector of coins and enjoyed fishing on the lake in his backyard. He loved entertaining in his home and spending time with his family.
He was pre-deceased by his mother and father, Lucille and Peter Rizzolo, and his sisters Jovina Simonelli and Marlena Sanchez.
Survivors include his sons, Peter and his wife, Maria of Randolph, Bobby and his wife, Kelly of Mine Hill and Marc of Parsippany; his daughter, Laura of Montville; his step-children, Lori Ann and Frank Badan; his sisters, Rosemarie Bispo of Edison and Porsha Meoli and her husband, Rocco of California; his grandchildren: Kyle, Brandon, Haley, Nicholas, Julia and Ariana; he is also survived by his many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, at Par-Troy Funeral Home, 95 Parsippany Road. Cremation: Private. Visiting Hours are on Monday from 4:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his memory to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. 901 E Street, NW (Suite 100), Washington, DC 20004-2025.
PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills (WCPTH) will host its 35th annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic and Luncheon Social on Tuesday, July 12 at the Knoll Country Club West.
Golfers will enjoy a continental breakfast, 18 holes of golf, putting contest, green and cart fees, buffet luncheon and more for only $100.00
Anyone interested in the social and luncheon only is welcome to attend for $35.00 per person.
There will also be a tricky tray and 50/50.
The club is accepting contributions for door prizes or tricky tray baskets, or sponsorships for the fundraiser.
The fundraiser benefits WCPTH’S Scholarship and Education Fund. All of the money raised goes back to Parsippany students (open to both male and female students) in educational programs such as scholarships to graduating high school seniors, Citizenship Awards to graduating eighth graders, and fifth-grade reading awards.
In addition, and for the second year in a row, the club provides a young woman from the Jersey Battered Women’s Services’ network a scholarship to further her education.
To make a contribution or to attend the event, call Lois at (973) 887-6627 or mail a check to: WCPTH Golf Outing, P.O. Box 98, Parsippany, NJ 07054.
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (NJSFWC), which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service.
For club information, call Cathy at (973 984-0758 or email the club by clicking here.
You can also visit their website by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council passed a resolution 3-2 approving the services of Alpha Dog Solutions. Council Vice President Robert Peluso and Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr., voted against the resolution.
AlphaDog Solutions, Inc. provides a variety of technical services relating to the installation and maintenance of hardware, software and communications facilities relating to the operation of the Township’s website, www.parsippany.net.
In recent years, the Council voted against using the services of AlpaDog Solutions, although the Administration “negotiated” special terms to fall under the amount of $17,500, which doesn’t require approval of the council.
AlphaDog Solutions is the owner of certain software known as “The Cyber Clerk Program,” which is a combination of proprietary software and internet based applications that facilitate the operations of governmental entities and the interaction of governmental entities with its citizenry. This means that Parsippany-Troy Hills “does not” own the technology and if the Township ever wanted to switch services, the site would have to redesigned.
The contract states “maintain it’s website through December 31, 2016 at a monthly fee of $1,995.00.” The fee includes a monthly hosting fee of $95.00. The total value of the resolution is $23,900.00.
According to Ellen Sandman, the Business Administrator, AlphaDog was paid $17,100.00 for services in 2015. The administration can bypass the Council if the total paid to the vendor is under $17,500.00, thus overriding the defeated 2015 resolution.
Council President Louis Valori said “It makes absolutely no sense to replace a website administrator who has a proven history with our township in keeping our information systems current in the most efficient, effective and economical manner as possible.”
“AlphaDog has consistently been proactive and responsive to the information technology needs of this Township and works in close coordination with our Business Administrator, Chief Financial officers and other executive staff members,” he continued.
In response to voting against the resolution, Council Vice President Robert Peluso said “I respect AlphaDog for their quality of service that several employees noted, but from prior discussions with the Mayor, our contracts should be openly discussed and transparent. This contract was not put out to bid and shared services were not reconsidered. After spending close to $24,000, the Council is still not informed who performs and how much our taxpayers pay for social media management and achieving. I strongly believe we need to be 100% transparent to our taxpayers and our online media is a great way to provide our taxpayers with information.”
The resolution states “AlphaDog Solutions, Inc. has submitted a Business Entity Disclosure Certification, which Certification provides that they have not made any reportable contributions to candidate committees, joint candidate committees, joint candidates committees or political party committees representing the elected officials of the Township in the one year period preceding the award of the Contract, and that the Contract will prohibit AlphaDog Solutions from making any reportable contributions through the term of the contract that would bar the award of this Agreement pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq.”
It also states “Business Entity Disclosure Certification further provides that AlphaDog Solutions, Inc. has not made any and will not make any contributions or solicit any contribution of money or pledge of a contribution in violation of Township Ordinance 10:02 (Municipal Code Part 1, Chapter 12); and AlphaDog Solutions, Inc. has completed and submitted a Political Contribution Disclosure Form and Stockholder Disclosure Certification, as required pursuant to N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.6, not later than 10 days prior to entering into the contract.
Requests for comments from Mayor James Barberio, Councilman Michael dePierro and Paul Carifi, Jr., and Councilwoman Loretta Gragnani went unanswered.
AlphaDog Solutions is located at 335 Union Avenue, Belleville and also creates websites for North Bergen Police Department, the Borough of Raritan, Township of Lyndhurst, North Bergen, the Borough of Roselle and North Bergen Public Library as well as other locations.
The Parsippany Board of Education, recently revealed their new website, which was designed by West’s Education group, part of West Corporation, a provider of SchoolMessenger solutions. Thousands of schools and other educational institutions in all 50 U.S. states and Canada depend on SchoolMessenger products and services for community engagement in multiple languages and on any device. West’s Education Group is located in Scotts Valley, California.
RANDOLPH — The County College of Morris Board of Trustees held a dedication ceremony on Thursday, April 21 to mark the naming of the college’s new Music Technology Center in honor of Dr. Edward J. Yaw, CCM’s second president, who will be retiring this summer.
Attending the celebration were members of the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders, faculty, students, staff and friends of the college.
“It is a pleasure and honor to be dedicating this building to Dr. Yaw, who has served as CCM’s president for 30 years and is currently the longest-serving county college president in New Jersey,” said Paul Licitra, vice chair of the Board of Trustees.
“During his tenure, Dr. Yaw, through his vision and leadership, has guided CCM’s development as one of the top community colleges in the state. As a result of his stewardship and service, CCM has one of the highest combined transfer and graduation rates among community colleges in New Jersey, and our students benefit from first-class facilities, such as those housed in this center, allowing them to take advantage of the most-up-to-date learning opportunities.”
The dedication was marked with the unveiling of a portrait of Yaw that will hang in the first-floor of the Music Technology Center. On behalf of the faculty, Dr. Stephen Kaifa also presented a plaque noting the achievements of Yaw.
Following that presentation, attendees had the opportunity to tour the building and then attend the college’s Spring Music Concert, at which Yaw joined the Chamber Choir’s performance.
“As someone with a deep passion for music and the performing arts, the dedication of the Music Technology Center in my name is particularly meaningful,” said Yaw.
“I am deeply honored that this wonderful facility has been selected to recognize my time here, which has been profoundly rewarding and meaningful. I have been fortunate through the years to work with a dedicated faculty, motivated students and a devoted staff.”
The two-story, 22,500-square-foot Edward J. Yaw Music Technology Center was completed earlier this year and opened this Spring Semester. The facility was constructed at a total cost of $8.5 million.
Of that amount, $5.3 million was provided through the Building our Future Bond Act approved by New Jersey voters in 2012 and additional funding came from the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders.
Included on the first floor of the center are an experimental theater lab with recording studio, a second instructional recording studio, electronic music/aural comprehensive classroom, general classroom, scene shop and dressing room.
Located on the second floor are multiple student practice rooms, piano lab, faculty offices, general classroom, multipurpose room and a seating area.
The academic programs housed in the center are Dance, Electronic Music, Music, Music Recording and Musical Theatre.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany resident Nicolas Limanov was featured on Channel 2 CBS News on Thursday, April 21 at 11:00 p.m. newscast. Click here to view the newscast.
The reporter, Tracee Carrasco, interviewed Nick and Anthony Despirito at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10 on Thursday filming a segment for the evening newscast. On Monday, Nick jumped into action to rescue a driver from a burning car in the Powder Mill West Shopping Center, as first reported in Parsippany Focus. (Click here to view article).
The newscast from CBS News stated:
PARSIPPANY, N.J. (CBSNewYork) — Without thinking twice about their own safety, good Samaritans jumped into action to rescue a driver from a burning car in New Jersey.
A Monday evening shift at Kafe Mozart in Parsippany was anything but routine for 20-year-old Nicolas Limanov and 17-year-old Anthony Despirito.
“I heard a call over my radio that I carry as an emergency responder in town, that there was an unconscious man in the parking lot of our plaza,” Limanov explained, speaking exclusively with CBS2’s Tracee Carrasco.
Limanov, a volunteer with the community emergency response team, and Despirito spotted smoke in the parking lot.
Moments later the Blue 2003 SAAB went up in flames with a 22-year-old man inside.
Limanov didn’t hesitate.
“I was able to do it just in time before a lot of fuel leaked out and the flames got worse, so it was seconds to spare, but it was done,” he said.
Nick will be honored by the Lakeland Hills YMCA as Parsippany’s Citizen of the Year on Wednesday, May 11.
Nicolas is a volunteer extraordinaire, actively participating in numerous Parsippany activities and organizations. He truly embodies the phrase “service about self” in everything he does.
He is a first responder for the Parsippany Office of Emergency Management, which is under the umbrella of the Parsippany Police Department.
He is a board member and participant with the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
Nicolas is also an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, and is the Chairman of “Touch a Truck,” which is one of the largest fundraisers for the club.
He is out in the cold shoveling snow for his elderly neighbors; he clears fire hydrants to help fellow first responders. While focusing on a career in criminal justice, he hopes to one day work in law enforcement. From cooking at Homeless Solutions to saving lives, Nicolas does all this and still hasn’t turned the ripe old age of 21!
Most recently, Nicolas helped save an individual from a car fire, working with another Good Samaritan. He makes Parsippany a better place to live, and is more than deserving of the Lakeland Hills YMCAs Parsippany Citizen of the Year.
Nick is a graduate of Parsippany High School Class of 2013 and currently is attending County College of Morris.
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PARSIPPANY — This Lake Shore Drive, Lake Parsippany, resident, left a message for his mailman and others who walk across the lawn.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department received a call at approximately 3:30 a.m. Thursday, April 21 on a female being held hostage by a male with a knife in Lakeview Garden Apartments, 200 Vail Road.
Police from surrounding towns, including Roxbury, Randolph, Morris County Prosecutors Office, Morris County K9 Unit, Morris County Sheriffs Emergency Response Team were called to the scene.
Reports that the male was apprehended and the female was not harmed.
There is no harm to the general public.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department was still at the scene on Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m.
As Parsippany Focus receives additional information, we will update this breaking news.
PARSIPPANY — Rockaway Leaders come out to pledge their whole-hearted support for Regular Republican Sheriff candidate, John Sierchio, and ask all those from the Iron Town of Rockaway to do the same.
Seven of the nine councilmen along with Mayor Dachisen met with Sierchio numerous times over the past weeks and feel confident in his vow to continue the fiscally conservative works laid out by Sheriff Rochford over the last 24 years.
Their concern which prompted the many meetings centered around the fact that most of the residents of the county have lived most of their adult life while Sheriff Rochford has been our Sheriff and thus have enjoyed the shared services approach that Rochford was known for.
The Morris County Sheriff’s Office, ranked in the top 1% of the nations 3.083 Sheriff’s offices, is known as the epitome of Shared Supportive Services which regionalizes the specialties in law enforcement so the individual towns don’t have to fund these units themselves. There has been overtures over the last three years by the Freeholder Board to dismantle the Sheriff’s Office throwing the responsibilities of these special services and their respective costs back to the towns.
Fiscal Rockaway leaders don’t want that and therefore, they are supporting the candidate who is not aligned with these same Freeholders, three of whom are up for re-election on Tuesday, June 7.
“I am not afraid to fight for the agency. It makes fiscal sense to keep the special units such as CIS, K9 and Bomb Squad regionalized. They are expensive units to maintain and there simply is not enough work for any one of those units to be a standalone unit in one or two towns. Like anything else, the skill sets improve with repetition and that’s why our officers make up a nationally ranked agency,” explains Sierchio.
Councilman Don Reddin further describes Sierchio as the type of Sheriff we need in Morris County to stand up to the midnight deals that have been going on in the county lately. Commenting on Sierchio, “Doing the right thing isn’t always easy and often times puts a target on your back by those who are being exposed. John has proven himself to be the only candidate in this race who has put himself out there to do the right on behalf of the people. He will be a Sheriff for the people of Morris County not the establishment.”
Councilman Frank Berman states it simply, “John Sierchio is the right man, for the right position, at the right time… I support John Sierchio.”
The Committee to elect John Sierchio as our next sheriff is hosting an open house at the Sierchio for Sheriff headquarters, 2932 Route 10 West, Parsippany, on Friday, April 29 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. All are welcome to come and enjoy some light refreshments and meet John Sierchio.
For more information on John Sierchio, click here.
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