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Malak Hagag reads Halloween story for Focus

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The staff at Parsippany Focus has chosen three winners in our “Halloween Story Contest” for young readers.IMG_2997

The second winner is a student at Knollwood Elementary School; 5th Grade, 10 years old: Malak Hagag. Malak received a plaque from Parsippany Focus, lunch for Malak, her parents and her teacher Mrs. Vittorio and a $25.00 VISA gift card.

Malak’s story was: Flair and the Other

We arrived at the Old McGrancle’s Graveyard. It was extremely terrifying. Right when I stepped in, I got chills up my spine. We heard a devastating sound. I told my sister there was nothing to be scared of, but she just ignored me. Then we heard a spine chilling laugh. I have to admit, I was a little scared. Ok, I was a lot scared, but I tried not to show it so that Flow wouldn’t get scared. All of a sudden we saw a tiny house. We thought no one was inside but I take that back. A spark of light turned on. We were too scared to find out. So instead, we started wondering around the graveyard, gazing at the monuments and statues. Suddenly I felt a tap on my shoulder. I told Flow to cut it out, but she said it wasn’t her. Same thing happened with her. She felt a tap and thought it was me, but I told her it wasn’t me. Then we heard another sound. It was a weak voice saying,”Help meeeeee!!!”. This time we got really scared …… Woah, woah, woah! I went too far. Let me introduce myself. My name is Blair and I have a sister named Flow. If you’re wondering, yes we are twins. Anyway back to the story. Me and Flow were so excited for Halloween. It was a day away. We’ve been planning for this year since we were five. Instead of going trick-or-treating, we were going to Old McGrancle’s Graveyard. We were also excited because this year we made our own costumes, and they are wicked. We’re going as soccer zombies. The day of Halloween came. We got ready for our plan. We were extremely elated. We ran to the graveyard.

Back to what I said before. We wanted to leave, but all of a sudden someone said, “Wait!”. We stopped. There was a ghost who claimed she was our sister. She also said that there was a wizard named Wizard lmblo that turned her into a ghost. Her name was Jenna. The only way she could become a human again is if we found some materials to make her a special potion. But the ingredients were impossible. They were…

• 1 tablespoon of a white cow’s milk
• 1 cup of squid ink
• 1 shark’s tooth
• 1 strand of hair from a brunette
• 1 feather from a blue jay

Some of them we could get. The strand of hair from a brunette is perfect because I am a brunette. We also found a blue jay’s feather on the ground. Luckily, we remembered that we have a squad at home because mom was going to make calamari for dinner. We also remembered that mom always buys milk from a white cow. We ran home as quick as possible. While we were there we told mom about everything that was happening. Flow then asked mom why she never told us about Jenna. Mom said, “I was worried you’d get scared.” We got the milk and found the squid, but there was no ink inside of it. But after a couple of minutes mom remembered she had squid ink in the pantry to make pasta . We ran out the door, and back to the graveyard. “But wait we’re missing the shark tooth!” I said. Thank goodness, I got Flow a shark tooth necklace for her birthday.

We were so excited to see our long lost sister. We mixed the ingredients. Then a beautiful young lady appeared upon us. Me and Flow got to know her better on our way home. Then a question popped up to my head,”Why were you turned into a ghost?”. Jenna said that there was a misunderstanding between her and Wizard lmblo. We asked her who was Wizard lmblo. Jenna said, “Wizard lmblo was the guardian of the graveyard. It was his home. So if anyone trashed it he turns them into ghosts.” Then she said that her friend knew about the whole ghost thing. So her friend tp’d the graveyard and ran away so that it looked like Jenna did it. Than Wizard lmblo appeared and thought it was Jenna that did it. Jenna tried to explain, but he just ignored me. She’s been waiting for this year so that we could save her and we did.” Thank you!!” she said. We told her that she was very welcome. When we got home mom and dad were crying tears of joy. They were so happy to see her. We all stayed up and watched a movie as a family. I also made some popcorn. Oh ya, I forgot to tell you, we found out that she was also our twin, so I guess we are triplets. Even though this Halloween started a little rough, it turned out to be the greatest day of my life.

Maya Celli reads Halloween story for Focus

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Frank L. Cahill
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Mrs. Julianane Brown-Celli, Frank Cahill, Ms. Wrightson, Maya, Fiona Celli (sister) and her father Mr. Mark Celli

The staff at Parsippany Focus has chosen three winners in our “Halloween Story Contest” for young readers.

The third winner is a student at Knollwood Elementary School; 5th Grade, 10 years old: Maya Celli. Maya received a plaque from Parsippany Focus, lunch for Maya, her parents and her teacher Ms. Wrightson and a $25.00 VISA gift card.

Maya’s story was:

Derick and the King’s Ghost Castle

There was a boy named Derick who was always adventurous and had a big imagination, too. In his town, there was an old castle that existed around the 1500’s. People tell rumors and say that there was a king, and that his ghost still haunts the decrepit, weary place.

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Maya Celli reading her Halloween story for the Focus staff

He guards his castle from any living being that crosses it’s path. No one had ever come back to tell about it. He did not believe in ghosts, so one day, Derick decided to visit this so-called “castle”. The crumbled building had broken down antique furniture, and the carpet on the floor had a stench mildew and watered down, sour milk. There was a chandelier that had fallen down onto the ground, and the white candles, had turned yellow. Derick counted about sixteen cobwebs in a single room. There was a shelf of withered books, and the stained glass windows were broken and shattered. He was so absorbed in the interior of the ruins that he almost forgot why he came there.

Suddenly, an unknown voice called out in medieval vocabulary, “We seem to have a young fellow … a wanderer?” Derick was so freaked he dove behind a pile of cobblestones.

The ghost echoed “Be gone! Get away from our castle or thy shalt be sorry!”. This wording was not easy, but Derick tried to understand it, and he knew he just wanted to get out of there. Derick sprinted to his bike, and pedaled as fast as he could.

Derek grew up and eventually moved away. One day, however, Derick was unpacking his boxes in his new home, and suddenly, a peculiar breeze filled the room and blew the curtains. A tornado of leaves filled the room and entered through the window. Then, Derick heard the same voice he had encountered years ago. “I’ll GET YOU, DERICK!!!”.

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Parsippany Focus publisher Frank Cahill giving Maya a $25.00 MasterCard Gift Card
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Maya Celli’s drawing

 

 

Rauchberg Dental Annual Day of Free Dentistry a Success

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Frank L. Cahill
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Dr. Mark Khaimov, Dr. Alan Rauchberg, Dr. Deepa Rupani, and Dr. David Serratelli

doctors who participated; Dr. Mark Khaimov, Dr. Alan Rauchberg, Dr. Deepa Rupani, and Dr. David Serratelli.

PARSIPPANY — Rauchberg Dental Group, a premier healthcare provider in Parsippany, hosted its fifth annual Rauchberg Gives Back Day on Saturday, November 14; a day of free dentistry for those in need. They provided care for 30 patients, who chose from three services including a cleaning, filling, or an extraction. Over $10,000 in donated services were performed.

“We are so grateful that this year’s event was another success. We were able to treat 30 patients who did not have the means to afford dental care otherwise,” said Dr. Alan Rauchberg. “We are always glad to be of service to those in need.”

Offering state-of-the-art dental technology, modern comforts, and in-room amenities, their team prioritizes education and dental innovation. For more information, please visit Rauchberg Dental Group online at www.rauchberg.com, or call (973) 334-3777 for an appointment.

Rauchberg Dental Group is a member of Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.

Death Investigated in Morristown

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Frank L. Cahill
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MORRISTOWN — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Morristown Bureau of Police Chief Peter Demnitz announce an investigation into a deceased person found in Morristown.

On November 17, 2015, at approximately 8:30 a.m., officers from the Morristown Bureau of Police responded to a call of an unconscious person.  Upon their arrival, one deceased male was located in an alley behind 12 Schuyler Place. The victim is identified as Oscar Alberto Romero, 23, formerly from Honduras, more recently not having a consistent residence.

An autopsy was performed by Dr. Ronald V. Suarez, MD of the Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office.  The cause and manner of death are pending.

This investigation is ongoing and being investigated by members of the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office as well as member of the Morristown Bureau of Police. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200 or the Morristown Bureau of Police at (973) 538-2200.

It does not appear at this time that there is any risk to the general public.

 

PHS Bands held pancake fundraiser at Applebees

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Frank L. Cahill
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Brendan Laux serving food

PARSIPPANY — The winning champs PHS Bands held a pancake fundraiser at Applebee’s on Sunday, November 15.

Parsippany High School Marching Band won First Place in the Group IV 2015 National Champions and 2015 Espirit DeCorps Award held today in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

They came home with first place with an impressive score of 96.36.

On Sunday, November 22 the Parsippany High School Marching Band Motorcade will start at 12:00 noon. On Monday, November 23 the Marching Band will have an Award Dinner at 5:30 p.m. at Hanover Manor.  Then on Monday, November 30, International House of Pancakes (IHOP) invited the Marching Band for “Breakfast for Dinner” for the Champs, starting at 5:30 p.m.

 

Ishita Bandyopadhyay reads Halloween story for Focus

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — The staff at Parsippany Focus has chosen three winners in our “Halloween Story Contest” for young readers.

The first winner is a student at Littleton Elementary School; 3rd Grade, 8 years old: Ishita Bandyopadhyay. Ishita received a plaque from Parsippany Focus, lunch for Ishita, her parents and her teacher Ms. Tiesi and a $25.00 VISA gift card.

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Parsippany Focus Publisher Frank Cahill awards Ishita Bandyopadhyay with a $25.00 VISA gift card
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Co-owner IHOP Mo Abdelhadi, Biplab Bandyopadhyay, Nicolas Limanov, Sudakshini Pal, Ishita Bandyopadhyay, and Ms. Tiesi, third grade teacher

Ishita’s story was titled

“Monster Ville”

Are you scared of monsters? If you’re brave enough then come with me, come on, it’ll be fun. I am going on a trip to a village where all those monsters roam around. I take the “106 Monster Express”. I have some friends who live there_, wait train, wait I have to go to the village of monsters! Wait, wait, wait!_ Oh, sorry, I was talking to you so much that I almost forgot about my train! Now where was I? Oh yes, there’s Achoo, I know that’s a funny name, but it’s true, she sneezes all the time! There’s also Smelly and Slimy, they are the stinkiest and the slimiest monsters you’ll ever see. Oh, and another thing about Stinky and Slimy. _ Here we are at our first stop, the village of monsters, also known as Monster Ville. _ Oh no, no, no, no. It’s Slimy! He likes_; he got me, didn’t he? As I was saying, he and Smelly like to hug a lot. Their mom couldn’t choose their names over Hugsome and Huggy, or Smelly and Slimy! The mayor, my friend is Sleepy. I think you know what she does all day. I’ll give you a hint, it rhymes with peep. Yes, that’s right, sleep! Let me give you this warning, if you try and wake her up, she’ll use you as a teddy bear, sometimes even as a pillow! Last, but not least, Scarific, he likes to scare people out of their wits! If you act brave and don’t scream, then Scarific will keep on scaring you, so you better scream! And that my friend, all my monster friends are at Monster Ville! I hope you’ll come with me one day to the village of monsters! 

 

Central Middle School Student Honored as Music Students of the Month

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY – Students from schools based in Parsippany, East Hanover, Kinnelon, Dover, Pompton Plains, Madison, Morristown, Mt. Olive, Rockaway and Boonton were honored as Mayo Performing Arts Center October Music Students of the Month – Outstanding Vocalist — prior to the Friday, October 30, performance of “Bewitched Broadway.”

The students were recognized for their achievements on stage prior to the concert, and had a chance to meet the performers prior to the concert.

Students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen by the Theatre’s Education Department based on their commitment to and excellence in the performing arts. The Theatre will honor a group of students every month throughout the season and invites area teachers to nominate students for this honor. Students will be invited to perform at a year-end recital in June.

The 2015-2016 Music Student of the Month program is sponsored by The Provident Bank Foundation.

Sarah Lepre a seventh grade student from Central Middle School, was nominated by Adam Aguanno.

Not only does Sarah stand out as an outstanding vocalist, but she has great enthusiasm and passion for singing. As a sixth grader last year she impressively starred as Tinkerbell in Central Middle School’s production of Peter Pan Jr. As a lover of musical theater she has participated in several musicals outside of school including Shrek the Musical at Hoboken Summerstage, Legally Blonde Jr. with the New Vision Players in Paramus, and in Gypsy with the Old Library Theatre in Fairlawn. She was awarded the Best Youth Actress award for 2014 from the Old Library Theatre! In addition to musical theatre she has been taking singing, acting, and dance lessons for five years at Gateway to the Arts in Boonton. She is also a member of her church choir at St. Ann’s Parish.

Man Charged With Endangering the Welfare of Children and Oscenity

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp

PARSIPPANY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Chief Paul Philipps of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department announce the arrest of Matthew Maire, 25, of Butler, Pennsylvania for two counts of Endangering the Welfare of Children and Obscenity for Persons Under 18.

The charges stem from allegations that Maire sent photographs of his intimate parts to the alleged victim, an eight-year old female. Maire also requested and received intimate photographs from the same alleged victim.  Their contact was a one day event. The victim disclosed the allegations to a family member.

Maire and victim met and communicated on “SayHi”, a cellphone messenger application, where he identified himself as “Tyler,” with an associated screen name of “mcoolmanpa.”

On Tuesday, November 17, Maire was charged with:

  • one count of Endangering the Welfare of Children, Causing a Child to Engage in Child Pornography, a crime of the first degree;
  • one count of Endangering the Welfare of Children, a crime of the third degree;
  • and one count of Obscenity for Persons Under 18, a crime of the third degree.

Anyone with information relating to these charges is urged to contact the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit at (973-) 285-6200.

Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department, specifically, Det. Dan Cicala and Sgt. Tom Lesiak; the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Section, specifically Lt. Bruce Dunn and Det. Doug Laird; the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit; the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Child Predator Section, specifically Agent Duane Tabak; and the Butler City Police Department.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation.  Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Andrew Pena Charged With Attempting to Influence a Jury

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announces that Andrew Pena, age 48, formerly from Hewitt, was charged with various crimes related to his attempts to influence the jury that had been empaneled in his recent Aggravated Sexual Assault trial.

On October 27, a trial commenced involving Pena and continued until a guilty verdict was returned on November 10.  Assistant Prosecutor Christopher Schellhorn represented the State during this trial.

A Morris County Jury returned a guilty verdict in the trial of Andrew Pena.  The jury returned a verdict of guilty on counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault (a crime of the first degree), Burglary (a crime of the second degree), Sex Assault by Force or Coercion (a crime of the second degree), Criminal Sexual Contact (a crime of the fourth degree) and Criminal Restraint (a crime of the third degree).

Once the guilty verdict was returned, Pena was remanded to the Morris County Correctional Facility and his bail was revoked.

During the pendency of trial, an investigation began into attempts by Pena to influence the jury and obstruct the administration of law.  It was ultimately discovered that Pena conspired with another individual, Michael Campbell, 44, of Wharton, to distribute information that was previously deemed inadmissible during trial, in an effort to influence the jury.  Confidential documents, provided to Pena in accordance with the Rules of Court, were duplicated, altered, and then disseminated in areas near the Morris County Courthouse.

The investigation also revealed communications between Pena and Campbell detailing their plans to disseminate this information, including which documents were to be used, the manner in which they would be disseminated, the areas they would be disseminated to, the appropriate time to disseminate the information, and the urgency of following through with this conspiracy.

Michael Campbell was arrested by Detectives with the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office on November 5.  He was charged with Obstructing Administration of Law or Other Governmental Function (a crime of the fourth degree) in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:29-1(a)(b) and Corrupting or Influencing a Jury (a crime of the third degree) in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:29-8(a)(c).  He was subsequently released on a Summons.

On November 17, the Honorable Stephen Taylor, P.J.Cr. authorized charges against Pena for Obstructing Administration of Law or Other Governmental Function (a crime of the fourth degree) in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:29-1(a)(b), Corrupting or Influencing a Jury (a crime of the third degree) in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:29-8(a)(c), and Conspiracy to commit both crimes (crimes of the fourth and third degree, respectively).  Bail was set in the amount of $25,000.

Pena is scheduled to be sentenced regarding the guilty verdict on December 4 by the Honorable Stephen Taylor, P.J.Cr.

A court date for Pena’s current charges are yet to be determined.

Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, as well as the Criminal Investigation Section, the Bureau of Corrections, and the Protective Services Unit of the Morris County Sherriff’s Office for their efforts in this investigation.

Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation.  Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Kiwanis Club Wine Tasting a success

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Frank L. Cahill
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Proud committee members of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Wine Tasting Event

PARSIPPANY — Members of the Wine Tasting Committee of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany met on Monday, November 16 to finalize this years successful event.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation hosted its 19th Annual “Grand Tasting” benefitting Camp Nejeda, serving children with Type 1 Diabetes since 1958, and other charitable projects on Thursday, October 22 at the Hanover Manor, 16 Eagle Rock Avenue, East Hanover.

Wines were arranged by Liquor Outlet Wine Cellars, click here for more information.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation.

Camp Nejeda has been in continuous operation since 1958 and at our present location since 1960. They are funded by the Camp Nejeda Foundation, Inc, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Camp Nejeda is located at 910 Saddleback Road, Stillwater, New Jersey.

At Camp Nejeda youth with diabetes are given the opportunity to live, if only for one or two weeks, in a world where having diabetes is the norm and where there is no need to explain blood sugar testing, finger pricks, insulin injections, ketones, ‘lows’ (insulin reactions), boluses or ‘carb’ counting because everyone here already understands.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets at the Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46, each Thursday at 7:15 a.m. for breakfast.

For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, click here.

Prosecutor’s Office to Participate in a Forum Discussing Campus Sexual Assault

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp is pleased to announce his Office’s participation in a panel discussion regarding Campus Sexual Assault, presented by the League of Women Voters- Morristown Area (LWVMA).

The event will take place on Thursday, November 19 at the Madison Community House, 25 Cook Avenue, Madison, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Meg Rodriguez will be one of four (4) panelists in this event and will provide information regarding all aspects of campus sexual assault. The other panelists include:

  • Michael Bruchac, Vice-President, Morristown High School
  • Jennifer Dize-Hoffert, Assistant Dean of Students, Fairleigh Dickenson University, Florham Park Campus
  • Brady Root, Prevention Education Coordinator, Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance, Rutgers University
  • Audra Tonero, Assistant Director for Outreach & Education, Drew University

Louise Murray, Vice-President, LWV- Morristown Area will serve as the moderator for this event.

This is a free event and is open to the public.  For additional information, the LWVMA contact for this event is Cecile Kent, Chair Women & Family Issues, LWVMA, at (973) 644-0762 or Cece@cecekent.com.

Driver falls asleep: Strikes utility pole; brick planter; tree and more

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Frank L. Cahill
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Photos by Mt. Tabor Volunteer Fire Department

PARSIPPANY — Mr. Andrew Rodriguez, 24, Parsippany, was travelling north on Littleton Road when he fell asleep at the wheel.  The incident occurred on Sunday, November 8 at 9:31 a.m.


The vehicle crossed the roadway, striking a mailbox of a Littleton Road resident, continued and striking a utility pole and then travelled across the lawn of a Rita Drive resident where the vehicle impacted a brick planter before re-entering the roadway. The vehicle then traveled across Rita Drive onto the lawn of another Littleton Road then impacting a tree and two brick light supports.

Mr. Rodriguez was charged with careless driving. Patrolman Joseph Churma investigated the accident.

The 2016 Toyota Corolla he was driving was towed from the scene by Eagle Towing.

Mount Tabor Volunteer Fire Department, Rainbow Lakes Volunteer Fire Company, Parsippany Rescue and Recovery Unit, Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department and Parsippany Emergency Medical Services were at the scene.

All photos by Mt. Tabor Volunteer Fire District 1.

Patel Brothers does not have a drive through

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Frank L. Cahill
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A car hit the front window at Patel Brothers

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.

Please adopt me. I am looking for my furever home

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Frank L. Cahill
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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.

Prosecutor Knapp Announces Community Outreach Program for Morris County Clergy

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Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp

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.”

Real Dental Care holds ribbon cutting grand opening ceremony

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Frank L. Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Real Dental Care held a ribbon cutting grand opening ceremony on Friday, November 13 at 540 Vail Road (across from Parsippany High School).

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Dr. Ninoska Fergusson receives a plaque from Robert Peluso, President, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce
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Dr. Ninoska Fergusson receives a welcome plaque from Frank Cahill, Chairman Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Advisory Committee

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.

Kiwanis Installs two new members

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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.

PHS Drama Club to present “Exit the Body”

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Nicolas Limanov
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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.

Santa Claus is coming to Applebee’s

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Frank L. Cahill
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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.

Planning Board to vote on land use and zoning ordinances for Waterview

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Frank L. Cahill
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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.

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