PARSIPPANY — Ms. Harsha Mori, 60, Fairfield, was attempting to park in front of Patel Brothers, 1086 Route 46, on Thursday, November 12, when she hit the gas, instead of the brakes, and hit several shopping carts and then smashed into the front window of Patel Brothers.
She was able to drive her 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 from the scene. Parsippany Rescue and Recovery arrived at the scene to board up the window.
PARSIPPANY — Sandy is a female Shepherd / Mixed with short coat, medium built approximately one year old.
She is currently at a foster home in Lake Parsippany and would like to have her own home.
At her foster home, she gets to play with Oliver and she is very friendly with other dogs and children. She loves going on walks and being outdoors.
Sandy’s foster family says that she is a big kisser! She even licks Oliver’s ears! Sandy loves running and playing; she loves playing with her toy balls and squeeky toys. Sandy will cuddle with her foster family and fall asleep laying next to them. She is definately a people dog and good with children. Sandy sleeps through the night without having an accident and she is doing good with house training. Even though Sandy is enjoying her foster home, Sandy is eager to find a family of her own.
Won’t you consider helping her get a new start?
If you are interested you can visit her page at Eleventh Hour Rescue by clicking here, or you can email her foster parent so you can visit her, or click here to send her foster parent an email.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office held a presentation, on October 20, for the Morris Area Clergy Council at Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church in Morristown regarding the New Jersey Attorney General’s recently amended Use of Force Directive.
The meeting, initiated by Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, resulted from recent developments concerning interaction between the police and the public. The main speaker at the event was Elie Honig, the Director of Criminal Justice for the State of New Jersey.
As a follow up to the presentation, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office is expanding its existing Community Outreach Program to include all members of the Morris County clergy. Last week approximately 175 clergy members received letters from Prosecutor Knapp regarding the Community Outreach Program.
According to Morris County Prosecutor Knapp, “As the lead law enforcement agency in Morris County, we deal directly with the Attorney General’s Office. Further, we have authority over all Morris County Police Departments. It is important for the clergy to understand the various functions that the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office performs. It is our hope the clergy will convey this understanding to their parishioners.”
The first meeting will be held in January. At that time the Office will address issues the clergy may have and begin to schedule programs on topics of concern. There will be several seminars each year with regard to the various topics of interest. Of course, one of these topics would be the Attorney General’s Amended Use of Force Directive. Other topics would include, but not be limited to, Prisoner Re-entry, Sexual Assault, Bias Crime, the Heroin and the Opiate Epidemic.
Prosecutor Knapp stated, “The clergy are in a unique position to aid in facilitating a dialogue between law enforcement and the general public. It is my sincere hope that the program helps in continuing to foster the positive relationship the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office has with the community.”
PARSIPPANY — Real Dental Care held a ribbon cutting grand opening ceremony on Friday, November 13 at 540 Vail Road (across from Parsippany High School).
Dr. Ninoska Fergusson is a graduate from UMDNJ/ RUTGERS dental school. Her ethinic background is Venezuelan/ Irish. She have been practicing as a general dentist for 18 years in the areas of Hudson, Bergen and Passaic counties.
She is also a hard working mother dealing with everyday’s challenges. She is married to her wonderful husband Harry and have two great kiddos: Mina, 11, and Nino, 8.
They recently relocated eight months ago to Parsippany and moved into the Home/Dental office across from the Parsippany High School.
When she took over this dental office, she named it “Real Dental Care” because she truly believes in providing the best possible care with humbleness and passion. She wouldn’t do it any other way.
She takes her profession to the heart. Everyone that knows her can testify to that. She is proud to say that she has treated patients from all walks of life thus giving her the opportunity to grow more, not only as a dentist, but to become a better person.
Your dental health as well as your well being is very important, that is why the Real Dental Care office provides the most comfortable, cozy and friendly atmosphere. She considers herself a very compassionate and approachable person. What separates Dr. Ninoska Fergusson from the average dentist is the fact that she treats the patients like one of her own. Patients love our informal approach. They are very pleased with our affordable fees, the comfortable payment plans, the late nights, every Saturday hours, the convenient location, walkings and emergencies are welcomed anytime, and our schedules are made to cater to everyone’s busy life.
The office offers full dental services with little or no referrals. They accept all insurances including some medicaids.
Dr. Ninoska Fergusson said “I am personally extending a true genuine invitation to come and meet a group of individuals that are wiling and more than ready to help you meet your dental needs.”
Real Dental Care is located at 540 Vail Road and can be reached by calling (973) 402-9228. You can click here to visit their website. Real Dental Care is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
PARSIPPANY — The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany recently installed two new members. Pictured with President Connie Keller is Barbara Lysenko and Dr. Patrick Selimo.
Barbara Lysenko was introduced to Kiwanis by member Dr. Susan Elbin and Dr. Patrick Selimo was reintroduced by member Frank Cahill
Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Our members, Kiwanians, are service-minded men and women who are united in their commitment and compassion for others.
Any community need can become a Kiwanis service project, especially the needs of children. Kiwanis service projects range from efforts that help local communities to Kiwanis International’s Worldwide Service Project for the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders.
Kiwanis members dedicate more than 6 million volunteer hours and invest more than $100 million in service projects that strengthen communities and serve children every year.
At the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, we want to ensure that all children have the opportunity to lead healthy, successful lives. We believe that by helping one child, you help the world.
For more information, click here. Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every week at the Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46 on Thursday at 7:15 a.m.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany High School Drama Club will present “Exit the Body” a three-act comedy by acclaimed playwright artist Fred Carmichael.
The show opens on Thursday, November 19 and also will be playing on Friday and Saturday. All three performances begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Parsippany High School Auditorium.
Tickets are $10.00 for Adults, $5.00 for Senior Citizens, Children and Non-Parsippany Students. Parsippany Troy Hills District Students are free with an ID.
When murder-mystery writer Crane Hammond rents out a New England house rumored to be housing a lost take of stolen diamonds, chaos ensues as everyone from the small town tries to get their hands on the gems. Who will survive and make a quick exit? Who will end up dead in the closet? Who will win the milkin’ contest?? Come watch and find out!
Cast:
Crane Hammond: Brianna Cooper
Kate Bixley: Lyla Evans
Helen O’Toole: Lindsey Medwin
Lillian Seymour: Carly Pasquale
Jenny: Maddie Carden
Vernon Cookley: Stephen Giercyk
Lyle Rodgers: Marcus Ng’oche
Philip Smith: Noel Chambers
Richard Hammond: Jahmil Roland
Randolph: Brendan Laux
Understudies: Juliana Smith, Isidra Labady, Jessica Michael, Cassie Cogan, Alivia Mercuro, John Lee, Sean O’Donnell, Malcom Green.
PARSIPPANY — Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar® locations announced today its annual Breakfast with Santa fundraiser will take place on Saturday, December 5 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
The fundraiser will support the efforts of the U.S. Marines Corps Toys for Tots program, currently in its 67th year, which distributes new toys to underprivileged children to brighten the holidays, unify local communities and deliver a message of hope.
Applebees is located at 1057 Route 46, in the Troy Hills Shopping Center.
Guests can enjoy breakfast compliments of Applebee’s along with goodies, raffle tickets for door prizes and the opportunity to take a photo with Santa Claus.
Tickets to Breakfast with Santa, which can be purchased by calling or visiting a local Applebee’s, are $10.00 each, and advanced reservations are required as seating is limited.
Children under the age of two are admitted free of charge. Applebee’s will raise additional funds by selling paper “gift packages” for $1.00 each, which will be displayed in the restaurants. 100% of the proceeds from the Breakfast with Santa events and “gift package” purchases will be donated directly to the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program to be distributed to local families.
“We are proud to once again partner with Toys for Tots for the 2015 holiday season, said Ed Doherty, founder and CEO of Doherty Enterprises. “Charitable giving is a focus within our company and the restaurants we operate, and our employees go above and beyond to do all they can to raise awareness and funds. As is it the season of giving, we are proud to be able to support this fantastic organization and its efforts within our local communities.”
Heading into its 17th year, Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises, which owns 107 Applebee’s restaurants across New Jersey, New York, Florida and Georgia, have raised over $3.6 million for the Toys for Tots initiative to date, helping to spread holiday cheer to over 230,000 deserving children.
“We are grateful to Doherty Enterprises and their continued support over the last sixteen years as a corporate sponsor,” said retired Marine General Pete Osman, the President and CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. “Ed Doherty and everyone on his team work extremely hard to make this program a success year after year, and we are fortunate to have them as a partner, as their generous contributions help us continue toward our goal of building better communities by providing support and hope.”
In addition to Toys for Toys, Doherty-owned Applebee’s restaurants provide support for charitable causes in the communities they serve year-round under the leadership of CEO Ed Doherty. To date, Applebee’s has raised and donated over $1.9 million for local charities through 1,350 events and sponsorships.
Just in time for the holidays, for every $50.00 gift card purchase, guests will receive a mystery bonus card, containing a value of up to $25.00. Offer valid now through December 31. Bonus cards valid from next visit through February 28.
About Doherty Enterprises, Inc.
Established in 1985, Doherty Enterprises, Inc. is recognized as the 68th largest privately-held business in the New York Metro area by Crain’s Business and the 10th largest franchisee in the United States as ranked in the Restaurant Finance Monitor, operating eight restaurant concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Quaker Steak & Lube, Noodles & Company, IHOP, and two of its own concepts, The Shannon Rose Irish Pub and Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas. In 2015, Nation’s Restaurant News ranked Doherty Enterprises as the 78th largest U.S. Foodservice revenue company, up from 85 in 2014. To date, Doherty Enterprises owns and operates over 160 restaurants in northern, southern and central New Jersey, Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Florida and Georgia – including newly acquired locations in the Miami area. The Doherty vision is to be the “Best Food Service Company in the Communities We Serve” and its mission is to “Wow Every Guest Every Time, Wow Our People, Wow Our Communities and Wow Our Suppliers.” (www.DohertyInc.com).
Toys for Tots, a 66 year national charitable program run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, provides happiness and hope to disadvantaged children during each Christmas holiday season. The toys, books and other gifts collected and distributed by the Marines offer these children recognition, confidence and a positive memory for a lifetime. It is such experiences that help children become responsible citizens and caring members of their community. Last year the Marine Corps fulfilled the holiday hopes and dreams of 6.8 million less fortunate children in 762 communities nationwide. Since 1947 over 222 million children have been assisted. For more information, visit www.toysfortots.org.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board will be holding a special meeting on Monday, November 30 at 7:30 p.m. to permit a 151,000 square foot shopping center, including a Whole Foods Market on the last vacant lot in the Waterview Office Complex off of Route 46.
At the meeting the Planning Board will consider and vote on recommendations regarding proposed changes to the land use and zoning ordinances of the Township including Ordinance 2015:26 referred by the Governing Body pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:55D-26 “An Ordinance Amending And Supplementing Chapter 430, Zoning, Of The Revised General Ordinances Of The Township Of Parsippany-Troy Hills, Adding A New Article XLIX, Establishing A RC-Planned Retail/Commercial District And Designating Certain Zone Boundaries In The Township” and will conduct such other regular business and take such actions as permitted by law.
The meeting will be open to the public and conducted in accordance with the Rules of the Planning Board.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to call Peggy Mader at (973) 263-4286.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Rescue and Recovery Unit has announced its elected positions for the 2016 year.
William Sanford, President, Jack Gianetti, Treasurer, Rafael Ortiz, Secretary, Jake Beg, Sergeant at Arms, Louis Yuliano, Chief.
In 1960 the unit was established in order to provide the Township with a tactical rescue team which includes vehicle extrications, diving, swift and ice water rescue. In addition to these services.
The squad had a confined space team and provides pump outs and board ups after fire or theft.
The operations aspect led by Chief Louis Yuliano, a Parsippany Hills Graduate, has a degree in Management and Decision Science from Monmouth University along with a masters from Centenary.
He plans to lead a group of 35 to success in the 2016 year.
Since he has joined Parsippany Rescue and Recovery in 2010 he had ranked as Lieutenant, Captain and Treasurer.
As Chief he plans to maintain the departments presence in the community and grow the organization by bettering the members in the way of training and education.
“Parsippany Rescue and Recovery is the unsung hero of the community providing behind the scenes services to assist the administration and fire districts to ensure the Township is converted no matter what the circumstances are, said Yuliano”
“As Chief I plan on developing this department as a premier squad not only in the Township but on a County level as well, he continued”
For more information on Parsippany Rescue and Recovery, click here. If you would like to volunteer, click here for membership application.
TRENTON — Six weeks after completing the takeover of Saint Clare’s Health System, the new owners laid off 50 hospital employees on Thursday. Elizabeth Nikels, spokeswoman for new owner, Prime Healthcare in Ontario, Calif., confirmed the layoffs on Friday. Prime bought Saint Clare’s hospitals in Boonton, Denville and Dover for $62 million in a deal that…
PARSIPPANY — When Atta Rehman, owner of Hiawatha Pharmacy decided to open his own business, there was no doubt in his mind that it would be in Parsippany.
Atta celebrated Hiawatha Pharmacy’s Fourth Anniversary in its current location, this past weekend.
Frank Cahill, Chairman Parsippany-Troy Hill Economic Development Advisory Committee congratulated Atta and presented him with a plaque honoring his milestone.
Atta opened his pharmacy in a store front on North Beverwyck Road in March 2010. He realized the business was struggling due to poor visibility and limited street parking on the busy section of North Beverwyck Road making potential customers not realize a local run pharmacy existed.
In November of 2011 Hiawatha Pharmacy shifted less than a mile, over to the Foodtown. Since the location change the business has shown steady improvement because of improved visibility, more foot traffic, better parking, a friendly atmosphere and an overall higher level of convenience for customers.
“Parsippany is home, there is no other place I would rather be.” Atta explained how much opportunity the township has given to him. “Parsippany has given me a great place to live, a great education and a place where my children can already call home”
Atta attended Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy at Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY where he achieved Doctor of Pharmacy while working part-time as a delivery driver for Domino’s Pizza in Parsippany.
Atta was very excited when he was hired for his first pharmacy job at Rite Aid in 1999, later becoming a pharmacy intern at Drug Fair. Several years later, he became a pharmacist with Drug Fair.
Recently customers voted Hiawatha Pharmacy the best Pharmacy in Morris County in a survey conducted by the Daily Record.
Atta emphasized that it is all about his customers and taking care of the residents of a town that gave him so much. Atta is tailored toward the people, their needs, medical and emotional and willing to do anything to bring a smile to his customers’ face. Atta takes the time to speak and more importantly listen to each and every customer and get to know them because “You never know what people are going through, whether it’s depression, financial strains, chemo treatment, or a sick child at home. An integral part of a pharmacist’s job is getting to know the customer story,” Atta explained.
When asked Atta who is your competition he said that Rite Aid, Walgreens, Shop Rite are the biggest competitors in the area because they have the ability to market and promote on a bigger scale. They have a big advantage in prescription insurance negotiation which takes away the opportunity from independent pharmacies. But even bigger, is the challenge to stay motivated as an entrepreneur, to continue staying focused when things aren’t going well. Atta says, “My customers help me with that!”
Atta’s biggest goal is to build his own brand and he set up a Customer Appreciation event to kick it off.
Hiawatha Pharmacy is inviting everybody to their Customer Appreciation Weekend, Friday November 13 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. He will serving food and refreshments, blood pressure checks, giveaways and the opportunity to get to know Hiawatha Pharmacy.
Hiawatha Pharmacy offers a very competitive discount plan called RXCARE, and will be rolling out our new $4.00 Generic drug program to coincide with the 4 year anniversary at Foodtown.
Hiawatha Pharmacy is located inside the Foodtown, 435 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha. Business Hours are Monday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (break between 1:00 p.m to 2:30 p.m.) and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
“I have an opportunity to grow my business, in a tough economy with stern competition, by taking charge. I have always been, still am and will always be ready for that challenge. Customers are number one. It’s not the product or price or the convenient location, it’s all about the customer’s total experience.”
Visit Hiawatha Pharmacy on Facebook, where you can find more information on Hiawatha Pharmacy and contact information. You can reach Atta by calling (973) 794-4909.
Hiawatha Pharmacy is ready to serve Pathmark Pharmacy customers, to ease their transition and to reduce any anxiety and concerns when it comes to changing pharmacies. Transferring your prescriptions is easy, just bring in your pharmacy bottles and they will do the rest.
PARSIPPANY — Greater Parsippany Rewards (GPR) is a service of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) which is aimed at driving economic growth in the Greater Parsippany Area. As an Area Chamber of Commerce, PACC recognizes the importance of community and economic development.
The Greater Parsippany Rewards Program is aimed at reaching these 30,000 plus individuals in addition to Parsippany’s 50,000 plus local residents. All proceeds from the Greater Parsippany Rewards Program are utilized directly for Local Community & Economic Development programs.
Some of the participating local merchants offering discounts are:
For a complete list of merchants, click here.
Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce is issuing window decals to participating merchants.
To purchase a Greater Parsippany Rewards discount card, visit greaterparsippanyrewards.com.
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, who will be moving to 300 Kimball Drive during November has purchased 350 Greater Parsippany Rewards cards for every employee working in their new offices.
If you are a Parsippany merchant and would like to increase your business by offering a discount through the Greater Parsippany Rewards, click here to download an application and return to Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, Post Office Box 6205, Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 or fax to (201) 356-4956. There is no charge for a Parsippany merchant to participate.
PARSIPPANY — Friends, family, teachers, administrators and neighbors showed up at Applebee’s for a fundraiser to help Emma.
They enjoyed breakfast cooked by the staff at Applebee’s. The breakfast included pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs and a beverage.
The group held a 50/50 drawing and Christine Maytida was the lucky winner and donated all the money back to the fundraiser.
The Parsippany PBA and Buffalo Wild Wings will be holding another fundraiser on Saturday, November 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. For additional information please click here.
A wing-eating contest will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. The teams competing include Parsippany Police Officers, Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance Car 65, and the Parsippany Volunteer Fire District Six.
“Emma Marie Wyman is a happy, beautiful (one-year-old) baby girl undergoing at least one year’s worth of treatment at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for a rare type of sarcoma. Her parents, AJ & Lindsey (Kmit) Wyman, who are lifelong residents of Parsippany, learned of Emma’s tumor in late May and have taken her to Philadelphia to be treated by internationally-recognized pediatric oncologists. As they await more in-depth results regarding the type of sarcoma Emma has and begin chemotherapy, AJ has begun to take time off from his job as a corrections officer, while Lindsey is on her unpaid summer break from teaching sixth grade social studies at Brooklawn Middle School. During this life-altering time, AJ and Lindsey will incur costs from medical to travel expenses, while keeping up with their regular monthly bills for their cars, home, etc.
Please know that even the smallest donation will go a long way to aid baby Emma and her loving parents during this incredibly difficult time. Thank you for your love, support, and above all, your prayers.”
The Montville School of Rock presents a “Rock’s-Giving II” on Monday, November 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Montville Township High School. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students. All of the proceeds will go toward Emma Marie’s expenses. To purchase tickets in advance click here.
You can donate directly to Emma Marie Wyman through GoFundMe, by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY — Construction is about to begin on the new 18,000 square feet Crunch Fitness at 2561 Route 10 East, Galleria 10 Mall, Parsippany. They plan to have a grand opening in the first quarter of 2016.
Their hours will be Monday through Friday 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Crunch Fitness will feature tons of weights, personal training, hydromassage, mind-bending yoga, tanning, shiny machines and classes.
THE CRUNCH PHILOSOPHY – There are no judgments at Crunch Fitness – No too much or not enough. No glares of disapproval. They keep open minds. They are nurturers. They seek only to encourage, empower and entertain. There is no one type. There is no one reason. There is no one way. They are a diverse community; what they have is a culture of fun; what there is, is room for everyone: all kinds of people with all kinds of goals who’ve chosen to come reach them with us. Crunch. No Judgments.
You can reach Crunch Fitness at (862) 260-9270 or click here for their website.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education dedicated the Board of Education building on Thursday, November 12. The building, which in a way is the heart of our District, was renamed in recognition of the man who gave so much of his heart to the children of Parsippany, Dr. Frank A. Calabria.
Board President Fran Orthwein welcomed the Calabria Family, past and current board members, Mayor James Barberio, Council Vice President Robert Peluso and members of the public.
Mrs. Orthwein stated “Dr. Frank A Calabria was a teacher, administrator, board member, mentor, colleague, and friend. His love of education was shared not only through his professional life, but also through his 41 years of service on the Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education. During those 41 years, his commitment never wavered to the thousands of Parsippany children whose lives he enriched with his wisdom, experience, and leadership. Dr. Calabria’s belief that ‘If you make a decision in the best interest of children, you will never be wrong’, guided him and the many board members with whom he served without fail. Dr. Calabria knew that education is the key to success. One of his most frequently asked questions was ‘teach me something.’ He wholeheartedly believed you were never too old to learn something new. As a Board member, he loved to share his knowledge and experience with his colleagues, helping them to better serve our children. In honor of Dr. Calabria’s service to the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District, and to inspire others to embrace education in their lives, the Board of Education Building located at 292 Parsippany Road, shall be known henceforth as the:
Dr. Frank A. Calabria Education Center – or CEC
because we are so fond of using acronyms in education
Mr. Neglia and members of the Calabria Family then cut the ribbon. Five year old Ryan Peterson had the honor of cutting the ribbon.
Brianne Partington, a student at Parsippany Hills High School lead the audience in “Salute to the Flag” then she song the “National Anthem.”
Acting Superintendent, Dr. Nancy Gigante delivered remarks to the audience. She said “So many people could stand up here and talk about how Dr. Calabria touched their lives, both personally and professionally. They could talk about what an upstanding citizen Dr. Calabria was, what an amazing family man Dr. Calabria was, what a compassionate educator Dr. Calabria was. I am blessed to be one of those people. I am honored to have called Dr. Calabria a mentor and a friend. But most of all, I am honored to have called Dr. Calabria…Frank. That’s who he really was. He didn’t want or need any fancy titles. He wouldn’t have needed to see his name in lights. All he needed was to know that he was doing the right thing, which always seemed to come easy to Frank. His wisdom, his stories, his insight were valuable to so many people in so many different ways. But he never looked for the accolades for that. He would be laughing and shaking his head at all of this pomp and circumstance. And that’s what made Frank…Frank. We all try to be the best people we can. We try to do well in our jobs, love our families, and be good to our communities. But to do it like Frank did…well, that is reserved for very few. And those few deserve to see their names in lights as it were. He deserves his name to be honored like it is now. Frank was the principal of Sparta High School for a long time, and those here who knew him then will know what I mean when I say…it took a little more to be Frank Calabria. And those of us left behind can only hope that this reminder—his name emblazoned on this building for years to come—will serve us well as we strive to be the best people we can be. We miss you, Frank, and may God bless you.”
Former Board President Mrs. violet Schicke and then Mrs. Angela Calabria spoke on behalf of the Calabria family.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce held a “Wine and Cheese” Networking event at Provident Bank, 401 Smith Road, on Thursday, November 12.
The event which was free to all members attracted a diverse crowd, of current members, a number of new members as well as non-members seeking information on Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
Networking is one of the most important activities to enjoy and participate in routinely. It enriches relationships and connects us to our community.
For more information on Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, click here.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany High School Marching Band and Color Guard came in first place in Group IV of the 2015 National High School Band Championships held on Sunday, November 8 in Allentown, Pennsylvania. They also received the 2015 Espirit DeCorps Award.
They came home with a large first place trophy and with an impressive score of 96.36.
The PHS Marching Band Champions will be having an Applebees Fundraiser on Sunday, November 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The cost is $8.00 per person which includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and one beverage (Juice, coffee, tea or soda). The proceeds go to support the PHS Bands general fund.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education appointed Dr. LeRoy Seitz as interim superintendent.
Seitz was appointed effective December 1 through June 30, 2016, or sooner pending release from his current contract, at the rate of $682.00 per day, subject to the terms and conditions of his contract. (Click here to view contract).
Upon approving Dr. Seitz’s contract, the crowd full of teachers and parents, cheered loudly. Seitz is replacing Former Superintendent Scott Rixford, who took a 30-day medical leave of absence on September 4. Dr. Nancy Gigante has been acting Superintendent.
At the Board of Education meeting held on Thursday, September 24, 2015, the members of the Board of Education passed a resolution accepting the resignation of Scott Rixford, effective January 26, 2016. The resolution states that it “Further approves the related agreement with Mr. Rixford in accordance with the terms and conditions therein, which the Board President is authorized on behalf of the Board.”
Board President Fran Orthwein stated “The Board of Education welcomes Dr. Seitz back to Parsippany. Dr. Seitz brings many years of experience as a Superintendent and proven leadership to our District. We look forward to working with him to serve the children of Parsippany.”
“I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Seitz while I was on the Board of Education he is an exceptional Superintendent. I’m very confident that he will get the school district back on track to perform at the highest academic standards. I welcome him back and wish him the best, said Dr. Louis Valori, Councilman and former Board of Education member.
“I am happy see the Dr. Seitz will be returning to the Parsippany School District. Dr. Seitz did a lot for the district until he was pushed out the door by Christie’s Salary Cap requirements. Back in 2010, The Board of Education realized that Dr. Seitz was a huge asset to the Parsippany School District and at the time, did what was in the best interest of the town. Unfortunately, that decision created a great deal of controversy and he retired Since his departure, the district has not been able to secure a quality leader. Regrettably, at the time I can say I was happy to see Dr. Seitz leave. However, when the district began to fall apart, I realized I was wrong and the board of education members at the time knew that good leaders were hard to come by. If one were to look at what we would have paid Dr. Seitz with his new contract verses what the District has paid Mr. Rixford and his expanded executive staff that he created to ease his workload, I can only assume that the district would have saved a lot of money if Dr. Seitz remained in the district. Hopefully Dr. Seitz can restore order and rebuild the bridges between the teachers and the administration that have seemed to deteriorate in the past year and a half. I wish him the best of luck and I am confident that he is the right person who can restore order in the district,” stated Andy Sadowski, a parent of student at Intervale School.
Seitz, who was originally hired by the Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education in 2006, received statewide attention in November 2010 after Governor Chris Christie introduced a pay cap for superintendents as part of a campaign to reduce state and school districts’ costs. During a town hall meeting, Christie dubbed Seitz “the poster boy for greed“ after learning the Parsippany school board had negotiated and approved a contract for the superintendent that exceeded the pay cap, which was not yet in effect.
Seitz’s base salary was $192,000 in 2006, which later ballooned up to $212,000 by the 2010-2011 school year.
Christie threatened to withhold up to $3.6 million in state aid payments to Parsippany-Troy Hills School District if the board refused to reduce Seitz’s salary.
The board eventually relented, cutting Seitz’s salary from $212,000 to then then-cap of $175,000. Seitz in 2013 requested an administrative hearing on the move and, later that year, an Administrative Law Judge dismissed his appeal, ruling that he had to repay the district $17,597 in overpayments.
At that time, Board member Anthony Mancuso said Seitz has been “an outstanding leader and superintendent.”
Dr. Seitz ended his controversial tenure as superintendent of the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District as of May 15, 2013.
Seitz then took over the helm of Franklin Board of Education, as Interim Superintendent, on March 29, 2014. Seitz was also making $682.00 per day.
PARSIPPANY — Gina Di Domenico from Morris County Vocational School was a guest speaker at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany on Thursday, November 12.
The Morris County School of Technology is a vocational magnet public high school located in Denville Township, operating as part of the Morris County Vocational School District.
Morris County Vocational School is located at 400 East Main Street, Denville.
Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Our members, Kiwanians, are service-minded men and women who are united in their commitment and compassion for others.
Any community need can become a Kiwanis service project, especially the needs of children. Kiwanis service projects range from efforts that help local communities to Kiwanis International’s Worldwide Service Project for the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders.
Kiwanis members dedicate more than 6 million volunteer hours and invest more than $100 million in service projects that strengthen communities and serve children every year.
At the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, they want to ensure that all children have the opportunity to lead healthy, successful lives. They believe that by helping one child, you help the world.
For more information Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, click here.
Parsippany Focus is a digital news organization that provides news coverage of Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey. The organization was founded in 1989 by Frank Cahill, who currently owns and operates the organization. Parsippany Focus covers local news, events, and community issues, and their content is primarily distributed through their website and social media channels. The organization has been serving as a trusted source of news and information for the Parsippany-Troy Hills community for over 30 years.
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