President Barack Obama greets Korean War veteran Private Hector Cafferata, who received the Medal of Honor for his heroic service at the Battle of Chosin Reservoir during the Korean War, following his remarks at Yongsan Garrison in Seoul, Korea, Nov. 11, 2010. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
PARSIPPANY — Hector A. Cafferata, 86, of Venice, FL, formerly of Lake Hiawatha passed away April 12, 2016 with his loving family by his side. Mr. Cafferata served his country during the Korean War as a PFC USMC, 2nd Batallion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Fox Company. He received the Congressional Medal of Honor for Conspicuous Gallantry during the Chosin Reservoir Campaign in Korea in 1950, as well as its South Korean equivalent, the First Class Taegeuk Cordon of the Order of Military Merit.
Mr. Cafferata also received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Because of his meritorious service, the Hector A. Cafferata Elementary School in Fort Myers, Florida was named in his honor.
It was his joy to visit the school from time to time, something he missed doing in his later years. Preceded in death by his parents Hector, Sr., and Helen, his brother Godfrey (John) R. Cafferata, and a grandson, Mr. Cafferata is survived by Doris, his loving wife of over 50 years, children Lynn D. Cafferata Coovert of Charlotte, North Carolina, Dale Cafferata of Pinellas Park, Florida, Heather A. Cafferata of Budd Lake, and Deborah Cafferata-ReFalo of Charlotte, North Carolina. He is also survived by his precious grandchildren Jessica, Peter, Nicole, David, Jennifer, and Alexandria, cherished great grandchildren Emily, Remy, and Landon, dear brother William N. Cafferata of Vancouver, B.C., and numerous nieces and nephews.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 16. He will be laid to rest with military honors in Quantico National Cemetery in Virginia at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 22. A reception will follow services.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Mr. Cafferata’s memory to the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation at www.mcsf.org.
Friends may visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com to send a condolence or to share a memory.
PARSIPPANY — Girl Scout Troop 6229 will be assisting in “Pet Valu Pet Appreciation Month” from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 23.
Pet Valu is located at 3053 Route 46, Morris Hills Shopping Center.
Foster parents from “The Last Resort Rescue” will be at the store during those hours with dogs of various ages that are in need of adoption. Their hope is that some of these animals will find their “forever homes.”
Please come and support this important event. A percentage of all proceeds made at the store, that day, will be donated directly to The Last Resort rescue.
The girls have been working hard on their Bronze Award, one of the highest awards a Girl Scout Junior can achieve. Their project has centered on trying to help animals by raising awareness about the mistreatment of animals, what people can do to help make a positive difference and to help homeless pets find loving homes. The girls will be presenting to their classmates and have created pet supply donation bins for the purpose of collecting much needed supplies for St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center. Please visit Pet Valu up through Sunday, May 15 and consider donating something to the bin that is located at the store (a wish-list of needed supplies is attached to bin). The girls will be visiting St. Hubert’s on Saturday, May 21 and delivering all supplies collected.
Month of April is an important month at Pet Valu as it represents “Pet Awareness Month” (PAWS). During PAWS Pet Valu donates a percentage of all the proceeds they make to rescues in need.
The girls are very happy to be working with Pet Valu, The Last Resort Rescue and St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in this joint endeavor.
Joyce Garrow, Karen DeChristopher, Thomas Mastrangelo, Connie Keller, Barbara Lysenko and Carol Tiesi
PARSIPPANY — Freeholder Thomas Mastrangelo presented a proclamation from the Morris County Freeholders to Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany for their successful work on the “National Child Abuse Prevention Program” campaign.
Committee Chair Karen DeChristopher and members Joyce Garrow, Barbara Lysenko and Carol Tiesi were on hand to accept the proclamation with Kiwanis President Connie Keller.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families. During the month of April and throughout the year, communities are encouraged to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness strategies and activities and promote prevention across the country. In recognition of the 40th anniversary of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, we have designed a historical timeline of significant moments in child abuse prevention in the United States.
For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, click here.
Karen DeChristopher and Frank Cahill at Kafe Mozart in front of a sign and pinwheels to symbolize Child Abuse Prevention Month
Dr. Mark Khaimov, Dr. Alan Rauchberg, Dr. Deepa Rupani, and Dr. David Serratelli
PARSIPPANY – If you have questions, restorative and general dentist Dr. Alan Rauchberg has answers. Dr. Rauchberg is hosting a free luncheon for people interested in learning how today’s dental implant technology can renew their smile. He’s also offering something life-changing to three lucky attendees: a free dental implant valued at $2,500 each. The event will be held on Friday, April 29 at 12:00 Noon, at the Holiday Inn, 707 Route 46 East in Parsippany and includes a free buffet lunch. Each attendee also receives a complimentary exam and X-rays (a $500 value). Registration is required, to reserve a seat call (973) 321-4173.
Dr. Rauchberg will discuss the advancements that have made dental implants the new standard of care for a beautiful, natural-looking smile. Topics will cover initial consultations and treatment options through post-op care, insurance coverage, and implant affordability.
Rauchberg Dental Group is one of the only multi-specialty practices in northern New Jersey. The practice offers state-of-the-art technology, modern comforts and amenities, and a focus on education and dental innovation. They participate in most major dental insurance plans and offer a dental savings plan for those without insurance.
Northvail students performing in the musical, Oliver Twist.
PARSIPPANY — Oliver Twist is a musical based on the novel written by Charles Dickens in 1837 and was recently performed by Northvail’s fifth grade students. The story is about the young orphan Oliver Twist, who suffers many childhood misfortunes. The central theme is that of good versus evil, with evil continually trying to defeat good, but good winning out in the end.
Auditions started right after the winter break and the outstanding production was the culmination of two months of dedication and hard work. The chorus performed ten musical numbers including, Where is Love? – It’s A Grand Life– Just Leave Everything to Me and others. The cast of diverse characters consisted of many shining stars and the stage crew made the production run smoothly.
Thank you Mrs. DeGeorge, Mrs. Serrao, and Mr. Martens for this wonderful production! Our children are lucky to have such a dedicated group that inspires students and helps each fulfill their dream of performing on stage. We know that the production was a huge commitment and extra time away from their families.
MADISON — The former deputy chief of the Parsippany Police Department who was accused of driving while intoxicated in January is seeking to have the charges filed against him dismissed. Attorney Terry Web told Judge Gary F. Troxell in court Tuesday she filed a motion to dismiss charges stemming from an incident where William Makowitz was…
Director Danielle Welsch playing with the children
PARSIPPANY — Tiny Totz is a place where care for your child from bassinet to backyard. Since 1987, the staff has been providing high quality care at an affordable price.
Upon visiting the center, you will discover a very cozy, home-like environment. In a time of flashy franchises, Tiny Totz strives to provide a much more intimate, personal care program. One in which every person in the center will know you and your child. They consider good communication with our parents to best meet the needs of each child.
Tiny Totz is teacher owned and operated. They are a NJ licensed center. Their dedicated staff members are all background-check fingerprinted, as well as, infant & child CPR and first aid trained annually by the Red Cross.
A child playing at Tiny Totz
Director Danielle Welsch playing with the children
Director Danielle Welsch playing with the children
Some of the games and toys for the children to have fun with
The welcome sign
“Caring for children has always been a passion of mine”, says Danielle Welsch, owner of Tiny Totz childcare center in Lake Parsippany. “During my high school years, I worked after school at a daycare center, and during my senior year I received an Early Childhood certification from Morris County Vo-Tech. I knew then that I wanted to pursue a future career working with children. After high school, I graduated Cum Laude from Seton Hall University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. I taught for a couple years before marrying and eventually raising my own four children. In 2013, I decided to go back to work and realized that I missed the daycare environment. When an opportunity arose to purchase this existing daycare in Lake Parsippany, I jumped at the chance. In August 2014, I became the official owner/director of Tiny Totz and embarked on many cosmetic and internal changes to the center,” she continued.
This center appealed to me because of its cozy, home-like atmosphere. It’s kind of like a home away from home. In a time of flashy franchises, we have a much more personal, family-owned feel. In fact my sister Gina, a former daycare worker and mom of three, is the assistant director.
Infants spend their days being rocked, sung to, read to, and played with. They are always served breakfast and prepare bottles for moms in a hurry. Movement such as crawling, cruising and then walking will be encouraged in the large infant play space. Learning is constantly taking place as babies search, explore and discover their world through play.
The toddlers are taught by the owner of the center, a certified teacher, Miss Danielle. They use a thematic base, comprehensive developmentally appropriate learning program. Each week there is a different theme, which is sent home ahead of time on a monthly basis. For each theme there are activities for Creative Art, Songs & Fingerplays, Language & Early Literacy, Number & Logical Thinking, Science & Nature, Sensory Discrimination & Physical Development. The curriculum addresses all current learning standards as recommended by NAEYC.
At Tiny Totz, they believe in an eclectic approach to learning. One in which the kids have structure, as well as free play. In structure, little ones begin to learn how to listen to a teacher, take turns and cooperate with others. Our structured time consists of circle time, story time, songs, as well as the development of fine motor skills and creativity through such things as blocks, large “legos”, playdough, and crafts. Their imagination is expanded through dress up, dolls and tool bench play. Large motor skills are developed through outdoor play. Kids will be outside everyday that is reasonable weather wise. In addition to snack and nap time, toddlers will have free play where they have the freedom to choose what appeals to them. Younger toddlers tend to parallel play, which then develops into older toddlers beginning to interact with friends. This is where turn taking and respect for others feelings begins to develop, as well as social interaction skills.
Tiny Totz is located at 215 Kingston Road. They can be reached by calling (973) 887-2299 or click here to view their website.
They are open Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
PARSIPPANY — The PAL Redhawk Cheer Program is hosting its First Annual Ashley Cistaro Cheer Fest! All proceeds will go to Autism Speaks in Ashley’s Name.
Children who will be entering Kindergarten this Fall 2016 and older are eligible to participate. The event is taking place on Sunday, May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Parsippany Police Athletic Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road.
Cost: is $20.00 per child. The attire is T-shirt, shorts, sneakers, hair tied back
Each child will get a Cheer Fest T-Shirt, will participate in arts and crafts, learn basic cheers, an age appropriate stunt, and will perform the last fifteen minutes for the parents all taught by our competition squad and High school coaches.
Deadline to Sign up:is May 1, 2016
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Christine Hurta cheermom24@live.comor call (973)-476-3465.
Ashley Cistaro was a lively nine year old who was taken too early at the age of nine years old. She was a third grade student at Troy Hills Elementary School. She loved dance, softball, friends, her dog Huey and her love for cheerleading. The donation link will allow you to donate to her scholarship fund. Please take the time to read the info and donate to our worthy cause.
Barberio, Robert Peluso, Michael dePierro, Loretta Gragnani, Sharif and Bansal cutting the ribbon
PARSIPPANY — Indus American Bank recently held a ribbon cutting grand opening celebration at it’s new location, 1452 Route 46 West, Troy Hills Village Shopping Center.
The new full service branch offers consumer and business banking services including safe deposit boxes.
Barberio, Robert Peluso, Michael dePierro, Loretta Gragnani, Sharif and Bansal cutting the ribbon
Chairman Anil Bansal with Jigar Shah
Bina Shah greeting customers at the new branch
The interior of Indus American Bank, Parsippany
Mayor James Barberio chatting with Islam Sharif, Branch Manager
The new branch is located in Troy Hills Village Shopping Center
Indus American Bank, is a wholly owned subsidiary of IA Bancorp, Inc, founded in 2004 by local businessmen and community leaders to provide superior financial products and services to its local community.
Our Mission Statement is a testament of our objectives and goals. Indus American Bank is strong and secure and is one of the first commercial bank focused on serving the South Asian community.
Headquartered in Edison, Indus American Bank operates a full service branch in Parsippany, Edison, Jersey City, Plainsboro and Hicksville (NY) and plans to expand to other cities in New Jersey and New York. Indus American Bank has been founded specifically to serve the needs of the South Asians, one of the fastest growing segments of the Asian ethnic group over the coming decade. Presently, Indus American Bank serves both the business as well as the retail customer.
Indus American Bank specializes in core business banking products for small to medium-sized companies with emphasis on real estate based lending as well as all the other products that are offered by main-stream banks.
Indus American Bank’s focus is to establish and maintain long term relationships with its customers by creating mutually beneficial relationships built on trust and integrity.
The Banks’ employees believe personal attention is of utmost importance when delivering sound, friendly and professional financial services that exceed customers’ expectations. Indus American Bank employees are empowered to think outside the box to deliver comprehensive financial services.
You can reach Indus American Bank by calling (973) 402-2467. The branch is open Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Indus American Bank is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
Karen DeChristopher and Frank Cahill at Kafe Mozart
PARSIPPANY —Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany is hosting a Dine and Donate fundraiser to support National Child Abuse Prevention on Monday, April 18 at Kafe Mozart, 2900 Route 10, Parsippany.
Ten percent of all purchases from dine-in, take-out, delivery and gift cards will be donated to National Child Abuse Prevention.
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 in February 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.
The Dine and Donate fundraiser takes place all day Monday, April 18 at 2900 Route 10, Parsippany.
Diners must use event fliers to donate to the fundraiser. The fliers are available for download at kafemozart.com.
“Communities have a great influence in families’ lives. Just as plants are more likely to thrive in a garden with good soil and plenty of sunlight and water, families are more likely to thrive in nurturing communities. A safe place for children to play is one feature of a nurturing community. Other features include the availability of food, shelter, and medical care for families, as well as a culture that encourages neighbors to get to know and
help one another. Nurturing communities can help build strong families, said Karen DeChristopher, Young Children Priority One Chairman of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.
Fredric Knapp, Morris County Prosecutor supports the family justice center model at a recent planning session
MORRIS COUNTY — Jersey Battered Women’s Service (JBWS), its partner agencies and the Morris County Board of Freeholders and Prosecutor today formally opened the comprehensive center for domestic violence and sexual assault victims in Morris County: the Morris Family Justice Center (MFJC). The opening coincides with JBWS’ 40th anniversary.
The Morris Family Justice Center will provide services that a survivor of interpersonal violence and sexual assault needs in ONE place—counseling, protection, legal and immigration assistance, children’s services, and more.
Located on the Fourth Floor of the County Administration and Records Building in Morristown, the Center’s services will be offered by representatives from the partner agencies in a safe, supportive environment.
Volunteers play with the children in the bright, fun play area while their mothers meet with staff in the Center. Also, specialized child advocates will provide individual and group support for children from abusive homes.
JBWS’ partners in this exciting endeavor include the Morris County Freeholders, Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Morris County Superior Court, Legal Services of Northwest Jersey, Morris County Organization for Hispanic Affairs, Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Morris County Bar Foundation, Morris Cares, Manavi, and the Morristown Police Department.
Within the Morris Family Justice Center, a Morristown Police officer Jermaine Marbley assists victims with their criminal investigations and filing for restraining orders.
“In our 40 years, JBWS has evolved into a full service domestic violence agency and opening a Family Justice Center is the next logical step in improving services,” said JBWS Executive Director Patricia Sly.
“It gives me a tremendous sense of pride to think of how many Morris County families will be helped by this Center, which will stand as a beacon of hope for the victims of domestic violence for years to come,’’ said Morris County Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo, who helped spearhead freeholder board approval of the use of county government space for this new center.
Before a group of 100 Morris Family Justice Center stakeholders, Morris County Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo announces the use of the county government space for the new Center.
“Unfortunately, victims of domestic violence have frequently suffered their abuse in silence with the fear of being alone or that no one would believe their complaints,’’ said Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp. “The Morris Family Justice Center will offer these survivors and their children a pathway out of the darkness. It will undoubtedly aid in the prosecution of offenders to hopefully end the cycle of abuse.
Fredric Knapp, Morris County Prosecutor supports the family justice center model at a recent planning session.
Allocation of space in the county government complex by the freeholders will make it easier for JBWS to obtain grants needed to operate the center, and allow them to use valuable funds for programs rather than allocating funds to rent or lease space.
There are some 2,500 domestic violence offenses recorded in Morris County annually, with only about 25 percent of incidents reported. The new center could encourage domestic crime victims to come forward and seek needed help before situations spiral out of control, leading to more serious assaults and even homicides, said Sly.
Too often, according to the national Family Justice Center Alliance, victims of interpersonal violence and sexual assault, and their children, are forced to navigate complex systems to receive critical services while gripped by fear and heartbreak.
Emily Ryzuk, Lead Clinician for Morris CARES prepares to meet with survivors of sexual assault at her office in the new MFJC
Family Justice Centers bring agencies together to work with victims during the crisis and long after the crisis. Victims are no longer be burdened with traveling to different agencies and telling their stories repeatedly.
In the new Morris Family Justice Center, victims of domestic abuse feel welcomed by staff who are ready help them. Natasha DeJesus, Bilingual Client Service Specialist can provide information and support in Spanish.
“We are only capturing a portion of the domestic violence cases that occur in Morris County,’’ said Marcy McMann, chairwoman of the Morris County Domestic Violence Working Group. “This new center will encourage domestic crime victims to come forward and seek needed help before situations spiral out of control, leading to more serious assaults and even homicides.’’
JBWS executive director Patricia Sly, Morris County Prosecutor Fredric Knapp, chairwoman of the Morris County Domestic Violence Working Group Marcy McMann and Alliance for Hope International leader, Gael Strack participate in a strategic planning session prior to opening the new Morris Family Justice Center
The initial startup of the project is being funded by a federal grant from the Office on Violence Against Women and The Provident Bank Foundation. The Morris County Freeholders in 2015 unanimously approved an agreement to provide space, at no cost, for the new center.
About the Jersey Battered Women’s Service (JBWS) Founded in 1976, JBWS celebrates 40 years of offering hope and safety to victims of domestic violence and their families. The services include a 24-hour hotline; counseling; safe house; transitional living; children’s services; life skills education; vocational counseling; batterers’ intervention; legal assistance; and professional training, education and youth prevention programs. For more information on JBWS, please visit: www.jbws.org or for confidential help call (973) 267-4763.
PARSIPPANY — GE announced that it has completed the acquisition of Metem Corporation, a U.S.-based provider of precision cooling hole-manufacturing technologies that enable turbine engines to function more efficiently, saving costs, increasing operation time and reducing emissions. The acquisition was closed less than 120 days after GE first announced its intent to purchase in December. Metem Corporation is located at 700 Parsippany Road.
By bringing the Metem cooling hole-drilling capability in house, GE expects to realize supply chain efficiencies and reduce costs as it continues to strengthen its advanced, high-efficiency portfolio. GE’s HA gas turbines can achieve more than 62 percent efficiency. Achieving that level of efficiency subjects heavy-duty gas turbines to very high temperatures during operations, making metals weaker. With heavy-duty gas turbine blades operating under high temperatures and experiencing significant centrifugal stresses, turbine blade cooling is an important component of GE’s next generation of advanced gas turbines.
“Gas turbines coupled with services are the core of GE Power, and Metem’s acquisition will help achieve synergies by improving the overall cost base of products and enhancing the GE Store capabilities for customers,” said Mike Chanatry, VP of gas power systems supply chain, GE Power. “We’re excited to welcome Metem’s employees to GE, and we’re expecting a fast and seamless integration.”
GE and Metem have had a very strong relationship since the 1970s, driven by Metem’s record of innovation and technology development and the strength of its workforce. At the time of the acquisition close, GE was Metem’s largest customer. This acquisition is strategic for GE Power, as demand for advanced manufacturing technologies significantly increases as products evolve.
Chanatry says that GE expects to build out the capabilities and capacity of the Metem network. Metem’s entire workforce of approximately 270 employees, as well as the company’s facilities and resources in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Hungary, will be integrated into GE over the next six to 12 months. Metem’s headquarters in Parsippany, will be transformed into a Center of Excellence for GE Power.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Louis Valori, Randolph Mayor Roman Hirniak and Peter King, Esq., three Republican challengers who are putting themselves up against the incumbent freeholders in Morris County — recently held an open house at their campaign headquarters located at 46 Gibraltar Drive, Powder Mill Plaza.
“Lou Valori, Roman Hirniak and Peter King are an incredible team comprised of three experienced leaders with proven records of success,” said campaign manager Steve Kush in a statement. “Their life and professional experiences, coupled with their community involvement, give them the unique skill sets required to achieve their goals of bringing ethics reform and common sense to the freeholder board, to make Morris County an even better place to live, work and raise a family.”
Supporters of the team
Supporters of the team
Supporters of the team
Supporters of the team
Supporters of the team
Chief Philip A. DiGavero and Heather Darling
Supporters of the team
Louis Valori addressing the room filled with supporters
Peter King addressing the room filled with supporters
Randolph Mayor Roman Hirniak addressing the room filled with supporters
Karen DeChristopher and Laura Wohland
Freeholder John Cesaro and Karen DeChristopher
Supporters of the team
Supporters of the team
Parsippany Attorney Matthew Petracca and his family
Supporters of the team
Sheriff Edward Rochford joined to support the trio
Valori, Hirniak, Parsippany Mayor James Barberio and King
Sheriff Candidate John G. Sierchio with Jonathan Carifi
Supporters of the team
Parsippany resident Nicolas Limanov with former Parsippany Councilman Vincent Ferrara
Supporters of the team
Supporters of the team
Music was supplied by Nicky Sibilia
Hirniak said “the time is now” for him to run because he believes some freeholders are divisive and not willing to work cooperatively with the others. “A series of individuals on that board are altogether too focused on their own interests and are not interested in working collaboratively with their colleagues,” Hirniak said. He said he hears others around the county say “it’s time for a change,” and he believes — while declining to name names — that some freeholders are motivated by “vendettas” and have “fluid alliances and allegiances.”
According to Kush, the challengers are the “conservative Republicans who will bring about the changes needed in Morris County’s government.” He also said that, under their leadership, there would “be no more attempts at Democrat infiltration or cronyism.”
Valori currently serves as the Parsippany-Troy Hills council president, Hirniak is the mayor of Randolph and King is an Army veteran and a Parsippany attorney.
The trio are running as the “Morris County United” ticket. They will be facing off against the incumbents, Douglas Cabana, Tom Mastrangelo and Kathy DeFillippo and former Freeholder John Kirkus during the June 7 primary.
Rupesh Patel, Owner of Kona Ice of Central Morris County
PARSIPPANY — To ensure there is no taxation without relaxation this tax season, Kona Ice of Central Morris County will be offering FREE shaved ice on Monday, April 18 to help employers and their employees CHILL out. The truck will be parked at the Corporate Campus at Sylvan Way.
The island-inspired truck will be driving throughout the corporate campus along Sylvan Way in Parsippany-Trop Hills to hand out FREE cups of tropical shaved ice to local professionals and neighbors. The refreshing treat will ensure that there is no taxation without relaxation this tax season.
National “Chill Out” Day is one of the many ways Kona Ice is encouraging the nation to take a step back, relax and enjoy a Kona. National “Chill Out” Day is one small, yet powerful, way the brand hopes to put a smile on people’s faces. Through partnerships with schools, youth sports leagues and other neighborhood organizations, Kona Ice has given back over $35 million to the communities it serves.
Kona Ice invites members of the community to come and CHILL OUT with a delicious cup of shaved ice and tropical tunes.
ABOUT KONA ICE A true community ally renowned for facilitating endless fundraising options, Kona Ice has given more than $35 million dollars back to neighborhood schools, organizations and teams since its inception in 2007. The brand’s iconic truck offers customers a one-of-a-kind experience, featuring the opportunity to create their own Kona Ice on the self-serve Flavorwave™, while enjoying the soothing sights and sounds from the tropics. Currently, there are 700-plus franchise units in more than 45 states.
Kona Ice of Central Morris County is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced a resurfacing project on I-80 that will require lane closures in both directions in Morris County.
Beginning Tuesday, April 12 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and continuing for the next few weeks, NJDOT’s contractor, Intercounty Paving Associates, LLC. is scheduled to temporarily close one lane of I-80 in each direction for drainage and concrete curb work in Netcong, Ledgewood, Roxbury and Mount Arlington.
Overnight milling and paving will begin from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. weeknights once drainage and curb work is completed. The project will repave I-80 westbound from Route 46 / Ledgewood Avenue to the Route 206 interchange and I-80 eastbound from Route 46 / Ledgewood Avenue to Howard Boulevard / CR615. Additional lane closures during off-peak hours may be necessary.
The $4.2 million state-funded I-80 resurfacing project is expected to be completed by fall 2016. NJDOT has designed the milling and paving project to advance with temporary lane closures, reopening after each shift. Any required detours will be coordinated with the local authorities.
Variable message signs and detour signs are being utilized throughout the project limits to provide advance notification to motorists of all traffic pattern changes associated with the resurfacing project. Throughout the project, NJDOT will provide information before upcoming road or ramp closures.
The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT’s traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information and for NJDOT news follow us on Twitter @NJDOT_info.
CHERRY HILL TWP. — TD Bank, which has locations across the East Coast and its banking headquarters in Cherry Hill, came under fire last week after the accuracy of its coin-counting devices were called to question. Recent reports by USA Today and ABC revealed that the Penny Arcade devices — which count coins and charges a…
MORRISTOWN — Rosemarie Politi said Saturday that the “justice system failed us” in the acquittal of Vanessa Brown in the 2012 crash in East Hanover that killed her husband, Ralph Politi, Jr. Politi said she hopes her husband’s death will cause New Jersey law makers to take a closer look at the laws involving deaths as…
PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills announces a comprehensive plan and partnership for safety between the Board of Education and the Township.
For the past 14 years, Student Resource Officers in both area high schools have met with much success.
Through the SRO program, officers have been valuable resources to school staff and have fostered positive relationships with students. They have been helpful in developing strategies to resolve problems and have led by example to promote a positive image of law enforcement officers.
Mayor James Barberio said, “To enhance the current SRO program, the position of Director of School Security has been created to coordinate and provide additional, experienced support in the schools. This appointment is being filled by Police Lt. Brian Dowd. This new position is another example of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department and Board of Education’s determination to support my commitment to improving the quality of life for Parsippany’s children.” Lt. Dowd will be available to the district 24 hours/a day, seven days a week. His job will be to supervise the SROs and any elementary school security personnel in addition to serving as liaison between the schools, the police department and the Youth Counselor. In addition, two patrol officers will become SROs and be will be housed in Central Middle School and Brooklawn Middle School.
These officers have been specially trained and will be integral participants in the elementary schools as well. A juvenile counselor has been added to the program to assist with family and juvenile matters. The strong message to students will be that they are in a safe environment with people who care about them and who are responsible for keeping them safe.
Council President Lou Valori
Council President Louis Valori stated “Parsippany-Troy Hills takes every precaution possible to protect our students and education staff members.”
“While our schools have safety plans in place — the SRO program will ensure school emergency response efforts are well coordinated among students, school officials and the police and departments. The SROs will be effective school-based partners for students, teachers and school support staff in enhancing security for everyone in our schools,” said Valori.
The wide range of responsibilities of the SRO’s will also include: investigations; assisting with bullying and harassment prevention; cyber-bullying; conflict resolution; mentoring; assisting students and families; education in the areas of drug abuse, social media; drivers ed.; programs to identify and manage students with behavioral issues before such students become involved with the criminal justice system; and the practice of safety drills.
“Our number one priority is our children. We are taking steps to maximize school safety and security by engaging in our shared services agreement with the Board of Education,” said Barberio.
Parsippany-Troy Hills is at the forefront and I take great pride in being the first such shared services agreement of this magnitude in the State. This could not have been accomplished without the cooperation of Council President, Dr. Louis Valori and Council members, Michael DePierro, Loretta Gragnani and Paul Carifi.
Mayor Barberio said “I also want to thank Dr. Leroy Seitz for his vision and support with this project along with Business Administrator, Dave Corso, the Board of Education including: President, Frank Neglia; Vice President Andy Choffo; Fran Orthwein; George Blair; Tim Berrios; Judy Mayer; Suzy Golderer, Allison Cogen and Joe Cistaro.”
Their roles were equally instrumental in getting this program up and running in the school system. By working together, we have achieved a wonderful thing for the students of Parsippany.”
Ferrero U.S.A. Inc. signed a new lease for 50,069 square feet at 7 Sylvan Way
PARSIPPANY — Mack-Cali Realty has completed 82 leases totaling more than 1.1 million square feet during the first quarter of 2016, consisting of 82,093 square feet in Parsippany.
The Edison-based real estate firm said in a prepared statement that its leasing activity has increased by 45 percent, from 758,919 square feet, for the same period last year.
Of the 1.1 million square feet, 386,000 square feet, or 35 percent, were new leases and 740,000 square feet, or 65 percent, were lease renewals and other tenant transactions, Mack-Cali said.
“Our portfolio performed strongly this quarter with significant new leases and renewals. We estimate the GAAP roll up for this quarter to be in excess of 18 percent and cash roll up to be approximately 10 percent,” Mitchell E. Rudin, CEO, said in a prepared statement. “The momentum we are seeing, as exemplified by these leases, is due to real improvement in our key core markets, as well as our continuing focus on providing tenants superior amenities and ideally situated properties with convenient transit options.”
Some highlights of the quarter include:
Ferrero U.S.A. Inc. signed a new lease for 50,069 square feet at 7 Sylvan Way in the Mack-Cali Business Campus.
B&G Foods Inc. signed a lease renewal for 32,024 square feet and expanded by 14,419 square feet at 4 Gatehall Drive in the Mack Cali-Business Campus.
Bank of America Merrill Lynch signed a lease renewal for 334,835 square feet and also expanded by 53,372 square feet at 101 Hudson St. in Jersey City.
Hackensack University Health Network Inc./Meridian Health Systems Inc. signed a new lease for 61,069 square feet at Metroview, 343 Thornall St. in Edison.
GBT signed a new lease for 49,563 square feet at 101 Hudson St. in Jersey City.
Brian Decillis is the Vice President of Leasing handling transactions in Parsippany.
