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Board of Adjustment holds Reorganization Meeting

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Frank L. Cahill
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Zoning Board Attorney Peter King swears in new member Aida Visakay

PARSIPPANY — On Wednesday, January 13, The Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment held its annual reorganization meeting.

New comer Aida Visakay was sworn in as a regular member for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2016.  Visakay filled the seat vacated by Loretta Gragnani.  Gragnani was sworn in as a Councilwoman on January 1.

Nancy Snyder and David Kaplan were also sworn in as a regular member for a four-year term ending December 31, 2019.

Davey Willans was appointed by the Township Council to a two-year term as an alternate member. His term will expire on December 31, 2017. Willans was not present at the meeting and will be sworn in at the next meeting to be held on Wednesday, January 20.

Robert J. Iracane was voted unanimously to serve as Chairman and member Jonathan Nelson was also voted unanimously to serve as Vice Chairman.

Former member Brian Kelley was not reappointed by the Township Council.

Parsippany Attorney Peter King was reappointed as Board Attorney; John T. Chadwick, IV was reappointed at Board Planner and Keller & Kirkpatrick of Parsippany was appointed as Board Engineer.

Gordon Meth of the RBA Group was not reappointed as Board Engineer by the committee.

Other members of the Board of Adjustment include Mr. Bernie Berkowitz, Mr. Scot Joskowitz, and Mr. Sridath Reddy.

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Sridath Reddy and Board Of Adjustment Attorney Peter J. King, Esq.
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Board member David Kaplan being sworn in by Peter J. King, Esq. while Tyler Kaplan holds the bible.
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Nancy Snyder being sworn in by Peter J. King, Esq.

“Little Free Library” now open in Parsippany

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Frank L. Cahill
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"Little Free Library"

PARSIPPANY — Littleton Elementary School PTA parent Katherine Ferrante decided to set up a free little library at Three Brooklawn Drive. She currently only advertises on her Facebook page and through the Littleton School PTA.

The concept is simple.  Just go to the “Little Library” drop off a book and then take one to read.  When you are finished reading the book, drop off that book and take another one.  The books have been circulating since she started the concept a number of weeks ago.

Some of the books available at the “Free Little Library” are:

The Husbands Secret – Book by Liane Moriarty: Australian author Moriarty, in her fifth novel (after The Hypnotist’s Love Story), puts three women in an impossible situation and doesn’t cut them any slack. Cecilia Fitzpatrick lives to be perfect: a perfect marriage, three perfect daughters, and a perfectly organized life. Then she finds a letter from her husband, John-Paul, to be opened only in the event of his death. She opens it anyway, and everything she believed is thrown into doubt. Meanwhile, Tess O’Leary’s husband, Will, and her cousin and best friend, Felicity, confess they’ve fallen in love, so Tess takes her young son, Liam, and goes to Sydney to live with her mother. There she meets up with an old boyfriend, Connor Whitby, while enrolling Liam in St. Angela’s Primary School, where Cecilia is the star mother.

This is the selection to choose from. The books change daily as residents take one and replace it with another.
This is the selection to choose from. The books change daily as residents take one and replace it with another.

Trace by Patricia Cornwell: Dr. Kay Scarpetta, having left Richmond, Virginia five years ago to become a freelancer, is asked to return at the request of her replacement, Chief Medical Examiner Joel Marcus. A young girl has been murdered, but very few clues are available. In parallel her niece Lucy is investigating an attack on her companion Henri. Henri has been sent for analysis and safe keeping to stay with Benton Wesley, Scarpetta’s partner. Scarpetta’s investigations are hampered by Marcus’s ineptness and the disarray of her former lab.

The Town That Started the Civil War – Book by Nat Brandt: Anyone interested in nineteenth-century Lorain County history, who has not read Nat Brandt’s The Town that Started the Civil War, should immediately head to the “Free Public Library.” It is a marvelous account, and for someone like me who wants to understand what daily life in Wellington was like during the 1800s, it is a vivid snapshot in time.

Get Out Of Your Mind and Get Into Your Life – by Steven C. Hayes: Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a new, scientifically based psychotherapy that takes a fresh look at why we suffer and even what it means to be mentally healthy. What if pain were a normal, unavoidable part of the human condition, but avoiding or trying to control painful experience were the cause of suffering and long-term problems that can devastate your quality of life? The ACT process hinges on this distinction between pain and suffering. As you work through this book, you’ll learn to let go of your struggle against pain, assess your values, and then commit to acting in ways that further those values.

Parsippany Town Council Agenda Meeting 01/05/2016

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Parsippany Recreation Department seeking applicants for Summer Staff

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Frank L. Cahill
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The Parsippany Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for Summer Program Staff.

We are looking for applicants to fill these openings:

  • Volunteer positions – children who will be completing 8th grade June 2016 and entering ninth grade in September 2016.  Approximately four hours max per day.
  • Paid Positions – applicants who are ninth grade 2015-16 and above. Full Time & Part Time Positions.
  • Director & Assistant Director Positions – Adults with previous child care or teaching experience.  Part Time and Full Time Positions.

For an application packet click here.

For questions, email us at recreation@parsippany.net

All applications are due no later than Thursday, January 21.

Eastlake School for Alex

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Eastlake students and staff showed an outpouring of support and well wishes for former student, Alex Gallego, as he fights to recover from recent devastating injuries, on Friday, January 15.

They were a sea of blue and white to honor Alex and his love of his former college, Penn State. Through generous donations from the Eastlake families and the staff, they raised a total of $1,250 to help Alex’s family with his recovery.

Alex suffered injuries and is in the ICU fighting to get better. He and his family will undoubtedly have innumerable medical bills and any support that we can give, especially this time of year, will never be forgotten.

 

Early morning fire displaces residents

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Frank L. Cahill
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Fire started in the bedroom of a two story home in Lake Hiawatha

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PARSIPPANY —  Parsippany Police Dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting a structure fire at 64 Midvale Avenue, Lake Hiawatha, at 3:47 a.m. on Friday, January 15.

Multiple Parsippany Police Officers, along with the Lake Hiawatha Fire Department District #4, Rockaway Neck Fire Department District #5, Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad, and the Town of Boonton Fire DepartmentRapid Intervention Crew responded to the scene.

Upon arrival of Patrol Sergeant Earl Kinsey and Patrol Officer Michael Sprung, along with Deputy Fire Chief of District #4 C. Cleary they found one resident, 23 year old female, outside the house, who reported the other resident, a 61 year old male, had just entered the structure.

Shortly after learning the male entered the residence, he emerged from the structure. The residents advised the Officers that three cats and three birds were still inside the residence. Due to the heavy smoke responding Officers were unable to enter the residence to locate the pets.

The responding Fire Departments were able to bring the fire under control and extinguish it. The fire was contained to one bedroom, but the rest of the interior of the house sustained heavy smoke damage. Rockaway Neck First Aid Squad evaluated both occupants, who refused further medical treatment.

Parsippany Rescue and Recovery arrived at the scene to fill air bottle, and to board up the house.

Three of the resident’s birds and one cat perished in the fire. Parsippany Animal Control responded to the scene and took control of the two surviving cats.

The structure is uninhabitable and the Red Cross was contacted and responded to assist the victims.

Morris County CIS responded to the scene and processed the area. This incident is still under investigation by Fire Investigator Det. M. Czajka.

If anyone has any information about the fire, they are asked to call the Investigative Division at (973) 263-4313.

Free Diabetes Education Program Coming to ShopRite of Parsippany

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — The Diabetes Foundation in partnership with Morristown Medical Center Community Health Department and ShopRite of Parsippany, will sponsor a free monthly diabetes education program at ShopRite, 808 Route 46 West. Majority funding for the events will be provided by pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk.

Sessions will be held the first Wednesday of each month, with the first one scheduled for Wednesday, February 3 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  A “teachable” dinner will be served at each session.

The program is designed to assist those individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes (or with a family history of diabetes) to maintain or improve their health.  Program topics include proper nutrition, appropriate medications, blood sugar control and physical activity.  Complimentary health screenings will include A1C blood sugar, cholesterol, etc. One-on-one nutrition and diabetes care coaching will be offered along with prizes and giveaways.  

“For those individuals with pre-diabetes or diabetes this program is a perfect opportunity to help realize your New Year’s Resolution to strive for better health,” said Roberta Schmidt, executive director of The Diabetes Foundation.  “We strongly encourage residents to take advantage of this chance to educate themselves and their families about diabetes and, should they or a loved one have diabetes or pre-diabetes, to learn what they need to do to manage it effectively.” 

There are nearly one million adults and children in New Jersey with diabetes. People with poorly controlled diabetes are at high risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, nerve damage, amputation and death.  Diabetes is the third leading cause of death among Americans, and the number one cause of blindness and non-traumatic amputations.

The Diabetes Foundation (www.diabetesfoundationinc.org), in 1990 to assist people with diabetes throughout the state of New Jersey, is dedicated to improving the care and quality of life for children and adults with diabetes. The organization offers diabetes medications and supplies to uninsured and underinsured individuals with diabetes; provides patient advocacy whereby DFI staff, interns and volunteers connect with patients to offer educational information and resources for them to move forward; educates the public on preventing diabetes, identifying it, and learning to cope with the disease; and provides the funding to send needy children from the tri-state area to Camp Nejeda, a diabetes camp in Sussex County.  

Registration is required and space is limited. To register, contact the Diabetes Foundation at (201) 444-0337 or (800) 633-3160.

Annual Martin Luther King Celebration at Temple Beth Am

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Temple Beth Am’s annual service honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be graced by a special guest, Robert Azriel Devine, who will speak about his unique experience growing up as both a black man and a Jew, on Friday, January 15 at 7:30 p.m.

On August 23, 1969, when Robert Azriel Devine celebrated his Bar Mitzvah at the south side’s well -known Congregation Rodfei Zedeck on Hyde Park Avenue, he was the first black child to achieve this milestone in Chicago’s Jewish community.  At the time, the Chicago Tribune headline read, “Bar Mitzvah Planned for Negro Boy, 13”.

The accompanying article went on to share his path to the bima, which included the same  four years of study that every young Jewish child undergoes. and was quoted by the paper as “not being a stunt.”   Mr. Devine’s spiritual growth was especially nurtured by his father, who was serving as the Rabbi of the House of Israel Hebrew Cultural Center and was also the Chairman of the United Leaders’ Council of Hebrew Israelites, an organization of black Rabbis from Chicago, Illinois and Gary and Indianapolis, Indiana.

 “Everyone at Temple Beth Am is honored to have Azriel join us. He will be sharing his personal journey during our annual Shabbat service honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” noted Cantor Inna Serebro-Litvak, who was instrumental in bringing Azriel to the Temple. She continued, “over the years, Temple Beth Am has enjoyed a wide range of distinctive speakers who have shared their extraordinary experiences with us during this special Shabbat – and we look forward to this year being equally as moving at a time when we could all use some inspiration.”  Azriel will also help us understand how black history connects to Judaism – revealing a fascinating diversity that is the fabric of modern Israel and Jewry as a whole. If you believe that we are all responsible for one another, then you don’t want to miss this engaging talk entitled “Kol Yisrael.”

About Robert Azriel Devine
Robert Azriel Devine was born and raised in Chicago Illinois and has practiced Judaism since birth. He was a member of Congregation Rodfei Zedek where he also attended Hebrew school and had his Bar-Mitzvah. He also studied briefly at Ida Crown Academy and is an alumni of Camp Ramah. Azriel is currently attending the Academy of Jewish Religion in Yonkers New York. His goal is to become an ordained Rabbi.

Morris County Sheriff’s Office holds Clergy Academy

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Sheriff’s Office held the first of three sessions of its Clergy Academy.

More than thirty different religious institutions from throughout Morris County met at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy in Parsippany to discuss a variety of community and law enforcement issues.

The Clergy leaders also learned about the Sheriff’s Office and various types of law enforcement agencies in our area. The participants also learned about the programs and services offered by Morris County law enforcement that can be useful to protecting their congregations. The Clergy met with members of the Sheriff’s Community Services Unit and learned about the value of promoting and participating in the Morris County Crimestoppers Program.

“It is vital that law enforcement be connected with the community and by partnering with the clergy it is possible to help reduce crime and protect our citizens”, said Undersheriff

Morris County Undersheriff William Schievella
Morris County Undersheriff William Schievella

of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office who spearheaded the program. This academy, is the first of its kind run by the agency, and partners with the Morris County Department of Law and Public Safety as well as the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office in future sessions which will be held at the Public Safety Complex and the Correctional Facility.

 

Traffic stop on Route 80 yields arrest of driver for Forgery and Multiple Warrants

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Police Officer D. Ross and R. McGinnis conducted a traffic stop on a 2015 Hyundai Accent on Route 80 West which was wanted for questioning for a possible shoplifting out of Hanover Township on Wednesday, January 6 at 12:55 a.m.

New Jersey State Police and Hanover Township Police arrived on scene to assist. After a brief investigation the driver, Rashaun Chambers, 21, Allentown, Pennsylvania, was arrested for four active warrants. The warrants were issued by Irvington Police Department, Sparta Police Department and two from Mendham Police Department with a combined bail amount of $715.00.

Mr. Chambers was transported back to Parsippany Police Headquarters for processing. While at Police Headquarters Mr. Chambers was found to be in possession of 3 counterfeit $100.00 bills which he intended to use towards paying his bail.

Patrol Sergeant M. LaManna then charged Mr. Chambers with Forgery and the bail was set at $5,000. with no 10% option for the charge. Upon further investigation Mr. Chambers was additionally charged with Possession of Prescription Legend Drugs after he was found to have 3 suspected pills of oxycodone in his possession. He was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility in default of his bail. The reported shoplifting incident is under investigation by the Hanover Township Police Department.

Hotel Guest failed to pay bill; Bail set at $7,500

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department was contacted by an employee of Residence Inn, 3 Gatehall Road, to report an occupant who failed to pay their bill at 4:16 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6.

While investigating the incident it was determined that Michelle Mendoza-Martinez, 49, Parsippany, had multiple active traffic and criminal warrants from Parsippany and Dover with a total bail of $5,700. at which time she was placed under arrest and transported back to Parsippany Police Headquarters.

Ms. Mendoza-Martinez was unable to post bail at which time she was transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility by the Morris County Sheriff’s Office until she is able to post bail or her court dates for the warrants.

Aggravated Assault and Armed Robbery at Travelodge

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Police Headquarters was contacted by a male reporting that he was the victim of an assault at 10:58 p.m. on Wednesday, December 30.

Patrol Sergeant A. Keiser along with Patrol Officer G. Lowe and E. Elston responded to scene to speak to the victim. Upon arrival of the Officers they made contact with the victim who had visible injuries to his face and was bleeding.

The victim advised the officers he was in his hotel room and was punched and stomped on by an acquaintance, identified as Kyle Normandin, 22, Uxbridge, Massachusetts, because he did not have a cigarette to give him.

After the assault, Mr. Normandin fled the room and came back with Tyler Gammon, 20, Parsippany. After a brief conversation Mr. Normandin and Mr. Gammon stole cash from the victim and fled the area in a 2009 Nissan Quest.

Detective A. Morelli and J. Keiling arrived on scene and were able to determine that the suspects may be coming back to the hotel. After a short time the suspect’s vehicle arrived in the parking lot and a traffic stop was conducted. After a brief investigation Tyler Gammon and sole passenger Jomaxy Paulino, 19, Brooklyn, New York, were both placed under arrest. Mr. Gammon and Mr. Paulino were transported back to Police Headquarters. Mr. Normandin was not located inside the vehicle.

Mr. Paulino was charged with Possession of 50 grams or less of marijuana and released on his own recognizance pending his court date.
Mr. Gammon was charged with Robbery, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery, Theft of Movable Property, Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana, and Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe with a bail amount of $65,000 with no 10% option.

Mr. Gammon was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility until he is able to post bail or his court date.

An arrest warrant was issued for Mr. Normandin for Robbery, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery, Theft of Movable property and Aggravated Assault.

On January 8, 2016 Mr. Normandin was taken into custody by the Ramapo Police Department in New York. Mr. Normandin waived his right to an extradition hearing and was taken into custody by Parsippany Police Department Detectives on January 16. Mr. Normandin was unable to post his $65,000 no 10% option bail and was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility until he is able to post bail or his court date.

Editors Note: Criminal complaints are merely accusations.  Despite these accusations, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany celebrates 25th Anniversary

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Steve McKinley, Frank Cahill, Connie Keller and Greg Elbin at the Kiwanis Club 25th Anniversary celebration

PARSIPPANY — The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany celebrated its 25th Anniversary at a dinner-dance held on Tuesday, January 12 at the Hanover Manor.

In attendance was New Jersey District 9 Lieutenant Governor Steve McKinley, New Jersey District Governor Gordon Meth and Kiwanis International Trustee Lance Incitti.

During the Anniversary Celebration, there were two George F. Hixson Awards honored and two Kiwanian of the Year.

Kiwanis President Connie Keller presented Greg Elbin, the current President-Elect with the first George F. Hixson Award. Then she presented Frank Cahill, the current Vice President with a George F. Hixson Award. Cahill is a charter member of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.

The George F. Hixson Fellowship was created in 1983 by the Kiwanis International Foundation Board of Trustees. It is named in honor of the first Kiwanis International President, who served from 1916 to 1918.

First time George F. Hixson Fellowship members receive two numbered medallions bearing the likeness of Hixson. Both hang from a blue-and white-ribbon.  One is encased in a walnut and velvet shadow box for display, and the other is worn at high visibility Kiwanis functions.  Also awarded is a lapel pin.

Then Kiwanis Treasurer, Steve Dickens, awarded two “Kiwanian of the Year” awards. Bob Young and Deborah Mellinger shared that honor. Bob and Deb met at Kiwanis, and is engaged to be married on May 21.

Kiwanian of the Year Award is given to one Kiwanian each year, at the annual holiday party. The Kiwanian of the Year is designed to honor Kiwanians who have made a significant contribution to the club within the year.  Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has been honoring a volunteer since 1992.

Connie Keller said “Tonight we celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. It is because of every member of the past 25 years that we are still an active viable club. For every member that has volunteered, attended a fundraiser, chaired a function, was a direct or an officer … this night is for you.  Celebrate and enjoy all that you have accomplished over the years. You have shown me that way and I am proud to be part of this organization.”

In it’s 25-year history, Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has awarded almost 40 “Hixson Awards.  Hixson are given to Kiwanians who have contributed to the betterment of the club. The Club is eligible to award a Hixson for each donation of $1,000 to the Kiwanis International Foundation.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany held its first meeting on December 5, 1991 and was officially chartered on February 1, 1992.

Charter members included Jayne Beline, Frank Cahill, Margaret Mary Cerbo, Nick Cerbo, Karen Gajewski, Ronda Kron, Jeanne O’Donnell, and Dr. Joseph Weisberg.

Entertainment during the evening was Teddy Comora, on the keyboard. Teddy is a Parsippany Hills High School graduate and currently attends Cornell University.

Some of the past and present programs and projects of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany are:

  • Sponsor the Parsippany Hills High School, Parsippany High School and Whippany Park High School Key Clubs.
  • Sponsor the Brooklawn Middle School and Central Middle School Builders Clubs.
  • Sponsor nine K-Kids Clubs in the Grammar Schools in Parsippany.
  • Cook and serve dinner for Homeless Solutions once a month.
  • Co-sponsor a Division Aktion Club.
  • Donate to the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of Parsippany.
  • Donate to Project Graduation.
  • Donate to Family Promise of Morris County to help homeless families.
  • Donate to Prevent Child Abuse NJ and help raise awareness for their two campaigns:
    Pinwheel Campaign in April – Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect
    Purple Hat Campaign in October – Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) & Baby Abuse
  • Donate to Jersey Battered Women’s Service of Morris County (JBWS).
  • Donate to the Parsippany Library Programs.
  • Donate to the Parsippany Food Bank.
  • Donate to Programs through grants to our Foundation, such as Craftsman Farms.
  • Donate to the Parsippany Day Care Center.
  • Donate to Autism, Eliminate and Children’s Specialized Hospital.
  • Donate to Camp Nejeda.
  • Sponsor the Parsippany Street Fair.
  • Sponsor Scholarships for Kiwanis Youth Leadership Training, Key leader Training, Hugh O’Brien Camp and Scholarships for further education.
  • Support Parsippany’s East and West Little Leagues.
  • Support our local churches through an Ecumenical Breakfast for friendship, fellowship and exchange of ideas.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets Thursday mornings at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46.  For more information visit their website by clicking here.

Good-bye to the King of Burgers; Hello to the King of Coffee

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Frank L. Cahill
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Burger King located at 1429 Route 46

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Focus has learned the Burger King at 1429 Route 46, corner of Baldwin Road will be closing to make room for Starbucks. Soon you will be able to order your Iced Carmel Macchiato or Caffè Americano closer to home.

This will be the second Starbucks coming to Parsippany.  Parisppany Focus published news about the first Starbucks being built on Route 10, a 2,000 square foot cafe with a drive through (click here for article).

Burger King, home of the WHOPPER® sandwich, is known for fast food burgers, breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The company began in 1953 as Insta-Burger King, a Jacksonville, Florida-based restaurant chain. After Insta-Burger King ran into financial difficulties in 1954, its two Miami-based franchisees, David Edgerton and James McLamore, purchased the company and renamed it Burger King. Over the next half century, the company would change hands four times, with its third set of owners, a partnership of TPG Capital, Bain Capital, and Goldman Sachs Capital Partners, taking it public in 2002. In late 2010, 3G Capital of Brazil acquired a majority stake in BK in a deal valued at US$3.26 billion. The new owners promptly initiated a restructuring of the company to reverse its fortunes. 3G, along with partner Berkshire Hathaway, eventually merged the company with Canadian-based doughnut chain Tim Hortons under the auspices of a new Canadian-based parent company, Restaurant Brands International.

At the end of fiscal year 2013, Burger King reported it had over 13,000 outlets in 79 countries; of these, 66 percent are in the United States and 99 percent are privately owned and operated with its new owners moving to an entirely franchised model in 2013.

When the Parsippany location closes you will have to travel to 223 Route 10, East Hanover, 900 Bloomfield Avenue, West Caldwell or 171 West Main Street (Route 46) Denville, to get your WHOPPER®.

Nonprofit Offers Free Tuition for Parsippany Families in Need

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — A child’s preschool experience can impact his or her academic career and success as an adult. Recognizing that, the nonprofit organization, Preschool Advantage, was formed more than 20 years ago and continues to offer preschool tuition to three- and four-year-old children whose families need assistance to provide them with that education.

“Studies have demonstrated that early childhood education profoundly affects a child’s life, including intellectual development, self-confidence, even future earning potential,” says Molly Dunn, Executive Director of the nonprofit Preschool Advantage. “It enables our children to grow up to be responsible and fulfilled adults.”

Preschool Advantage is currently accepting applications for the September, 2016 to June, 2017 school year for half-day tuition, 3 to 5 days a week, at one of 17 local quality partner preschools. To qualify, children must be 3 or 4 years old by October 1, 2016 and parents must demonstrate a financial need for assistance. The application deadline is February 28.

Families can download an application from the website, by clicking here, or contact the office by calling (973-5) 2-2501 for assistance.

Since 1995, Preschool Advantage has recognized the long-term impact that quality early childhood education has on children and the character of our community and has underwritten the cost for nearly 800 children.

Parsippany Firm Announces Expanded Parental Leave Policy

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — RB, a leading consumer health and hygiene company and the maker of popular brands including Lysol, Mucinex, and Clearasil, announced a significant expansion of its global parental leave policy.  Effective late 2015, all RB employees, including the more than 2,200 employees in the United States, will benefit from a new, fully paid 16-week, parental leave policy.

The expanded program was developed to better support RB’s global workforce and their families, and reflects the company’s culture which encourages a healthy work-life balance. The policy also supports RB’s ongoing initiatives to ensure talent density at mid- and senior-level positions.

“At RB, we support a creative and entrepreneurial culture that helps our employees realize their professional goals quickly, while also balancing the demands of a happy and healthy home and family. The decision to expand our parental leave program was an important one, particularly for our employees residing in the U.S., to ensure we can continue to support our employees across all aspects of their lives,” said Alexander Lacik, president of RB North America. “Our people are at the heart of what make RB and our culture so special. This new policy is simply one way we can remind them of that.”

This new parental leave policy places RB as a leader among CPG industry employers in the United States. In addition to the expanded paid lead, RB announced that employees can take up to an additional 36 weeks unpaid parental leave, fathers who are not primary caregivers will receive one weeks’ paternity leave at full pay, and introduced a mentoring program for women returning from maternity leave. 

“Celebrating and empowering employees in all aspects of their career at RB will allow us to continue attracting and retaining the top talent in our industry,” said Emanuele Celani, director of Human Resources for RB North America. “This policy is an exciting expansion of the RB benefits package that reflects our innovative and supportive culture.”

For more information about a future career at RB, please visit http://www.rb.com/careers/why-join-rb

RB* is the world’s leading consumer health and hygiene company. The company has operations in over 60 countries, with headquarters in London, Dubai and Amsterdam, and sales in most countries across the globe. The company employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide.

Inspired by a purpose to deliver innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes, RB is in the top 20 of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange. We are the global No. 1 or No. 2 in the majority of our fast-growing categories, driven by an exceptional rate of innovation. Our health, hygiene and home portfolio is led by our global Powerbrands including: Nurofen, Strepsils, Gaviscon, Mucinex, Durex, Scholl, Clearasil, Lysol, Dettol, Veet, Harpic, Cillit Bang, Mortein, Finish, Vanish, Calgon, Air Wick, Woolite and French’s. Our Powerbrands represent 80% of our net revenue.

RB is redefining the world of consumer health and hygiene. Our people and unique culture are at the heart of our success. We have a drive for achievement and a passion to outperform wherever we focus, including sustainability where we are targeting a 1/3 reduction in water impact, 1/3 reduction in carbon and 1/3 of net revenue from more sustainable products. We are proud to be Save the Children‘s largest global partner, with a new vision to radically reduce one of the world’s largest killer of children under 5, diarrhea.

For more information visit www.rb.com.

Planning Board Holds Annual Reorganization Meeting

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Frank L. Cahill
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Mr. Daniel Caivano, the newest member of the Planning Board

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting on Monday, January 11.

Mayor James Barberio submitted the following appointments:

  • New member Daniel Caivano as Alternate #2 for a term ending December 31, 2017.
  • Returning member Turan Ayaz as Class IV member for a term ending December 31, 2019.
  • Returning member Paula Csantaveri as Class IV member for a term ending December 31, 2019.
  • Reappointing Jennifer Vealey as Class II member for a term ending December 31, 2017. She was appointed as a representative from the Administration.

In addition, Dr. Louis Valori, Council President, was reappointed as a Class III member for a term ending December 31, 2016.

Mayor James Barberio did not reappoint long time board member, Kenneth Purzycki.

Daniel Caivano, new on the Planning Board, lives in the Sedgefield section of Parsippany.

Planning Board Attorney Kelly Carey held the swearing in of the members.

In addition to the sworn in members Mr. Robert Keller, Mr. Vincent Aperawic, Mr. Thomas Dinsmore, Mr. Dominic Mele and Mr. Casey P. Parikh.

Board Attorney Kelly Carey swearing in the reappointments and new member
Board Attorney Kelly Carey swearing in the reappointments and new member

Then Mr. Casey P. Parikh was elected Chairman, and Mr. Robert Keller was elected Vice-Chairman.

Ms. Marget Mader, was reaffirmed as Planning Board Secretary.

Robert Keller, Turan Ayaz, Dominic Mele and Thomas Dinsmore were reappointed to the Minor Site Plan and Subdivision Committee.

The Planning Board Professionals Board Planner, Ed Snieckus, Burgis Associates, Board Attorney, Kelly Carey, DiFrancisco Bateman and Board Engineer/Traffic Consultant Gordon Meth, The RBA Group was held as a carry over and will be discussed at the next meeting to be held on Monday, January 25.

The Planning Board is responsible for administering, updating and enforcing the Township’s master plan which is a comprehensive, long-range plan intended to direct the community’s growth and development. It also reviews all sub-divisions and site plans.

The Planning Board is comprised of nine members plus two alternates appointed by Mayor James Barberio. These include the Mayor, a Council member, a representative from the Administration and six residents from the general public.

 

 

Par Troy Wrestling Club hosted Annual Holiday Wrestling Tournament

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Nicolas Limanov
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PTWC Kindergarten to eighth grade members and the Coaches

PARSIPPANY — Par Troy Wrestling Club (PTWC) hosted its Annual Holiday Wrestling Tournament at the Parsippany PAL Building. Wrestling teams from eight different towns in three different states participated. PTWC placed third in the Kindergarten to sixth grade division on Saturday, January 2, and second in the Kindergarten-eighth grade division on Sunday, January 3.


PTWC serves the entire town of Parsippany. They serve as feeder programs for the Parsippany middle and high school teams, and many of their youth wrestlers compete statewide.  The club is open to all Parsippany youths (boys and girls), grades kindergarten through the eighth grade.  PTWC is totally self-funded community organization, and rely on contributions and fund-raising to support their youth wrestling program. The Annual Holiday Tournament is PTWC’s largest annual fund raising event.

Ms. June Madia, an active club board member, past club president, and 13-year club volunteer stated, “Wrestling is one of the oldest sports known to man. In fact, it is thought to be on the original list of athletic events practiced at the ancient Olympic Games more than 2700 years ago. Wrestling compliments all other competitive sports, and imparts self-discipline, perseverance, and respect to those who stick with it. More importantly, this sport keeps our kids on the straight and narrow, away from the undesirable temptation so many encounter today.  The monetary outlay for wrestling is quite low when you compare it to most other youth sports;  All you basically need are a pair of wrestling shoes and a headgear. Although wrestling may not be for every child, it’s certainly worth  trying at a young age.”

For additional information please visit the club’s website by clicking here.  If you are interested in receiving information for registering your child in the PTWC wrestling program, or would like to make a donation, please contact PTWC’s Club President Angela Wasilewski at angela.wasilewski@verizon.net or June Madia at jmadia@aol.com or call (973) 476-7624.  PTWC is a registered nonprofit 501C community organization, therefore all donations are tax deductible.

Weather Alert: Watch out for black ice as temperatures drop

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Office of Emergency Management weather team is concerned about some wet areas turning into black ice as temperatures drop rapidly tonight.

Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing after midnight which may create a re-freeze issue into early Monday morning. Please be careful.

Powerball jackpot reaches $1.3 billion

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The Powerball jackpot has now reached an estimated $1.3 billion after another Saturday without a winner. While there were 14 $1 million Match 5 winners and two $2 million Match 5 Power Play winners, no one claimed the $900 million jackpot. The winning numbers Saturday were 16, 19, 32, 34 and 57 and the Powerball was…

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