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Parsippany-Troy Hills Fire District 5 holds car wash

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 held a car wash on Sunday, July 19. The weather cooperated with temperatures up to 100 degrees in Parsippany.  The members were washing cars as part of their annual fund-raising activities.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Michael dePierro was in line to have his car wash. Mr. dePierro is a supporter of District 5 and is seen at all of their fundraising events.

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Fire Chief Robert Campbell, Jr., was out with the members washing the cars during the fundraiser.
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Firewoman Melissa Martin washing a vehicle during the annual car wash
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Members of Fire District 5 was drying off Councilman Michael dePierro’s car during the fundraiser. Mr. dePierro is a supporter of Fire District 5 and attends all of their fundraising events.

 

Both drivers charged with careless driving; traffic light hit

PARSIPPANY — Mr. David Mecca, 27, Montville was traveling south on North Beverwyck Road when he attempted to make a left turn onto Vail Road and was struck by a 2014 Mitsubishi driven by Mr. Vincent M. Trabucco, 22, Randolph, on Friday, July 10, at 8:15 p.m.

Mr.Trabucco was traveling north on North Beverwyck Road when he proceeded to go around another vehicle that stopped at the light on North Beverwyck Road at the traffic light. Going through the traffic light he was struck on the driver’s side causing him to jump a curb, and knock down a traffic signal.

Police investigation revealed that both vehicles were at fault for attempting to make it through the light on a yellow signal.

Both drivers were issued a summons for Careless Driving by Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Clarence DeLoatch.

Mr. Meccas was driving a 2013 Nissan. Both vehicles were towed from the scene by Eagle Towing.

Master bedroom ransacked on Barbara Street

BARBARASTREETPARSIPPANY — A Barbara Street resident contacted the Parsippany Police Department to report a burglary to their residence, on July 14 at 6:23 p.m.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrol Officer G. Lowe responded to the scene and spoke to the resident who advised him that someone entered the house through a rear exterior door.

The resident further stated that the unknown actor(s) ransacked the master bedroom and stole jewelry and various personal documents.

Anyone with information regarding the incident should contact the Parsippany Police Department at (973) 263-4300.

Dogs of War: Rock n’ Roll Ball set to raise money for wounded

 

MORRIS PLAINS — Music promoters Dan Glenn and Joe Gorgolione, along with radio station WDHA, and several of New Jersey’s top bands have joined to raise money for K9s For Warriors and Community Hope with this year’s Rock n’ Roll Ball.

Service dogs have long been an important part of recovery and rehabilitation for wounded veterans and K9s For Warriors is vital in providing men and women returning from war with these animals. “Wounded veterans sometimes need service animals that can alert on medical symptoms long before they become obvious to human beings…” said Dan Glenn, “these dogs are specifically trained and matched with veterans to aid in their recovery and acclimation to civilian life…” he added.

Community Hope is an outreach program providing housing and many other essential services to transitioning veterans.

“We’re trying to raise as much money as possible for these great causes and we have gotten an amazing amount of support from local businesses and radio station WDHA to make that happen,” said Glenn, “we have the best of New Jersey’s rock bands and expect a great turnout…” he continued.

The outdoor event is slated for Saturday, August 1 at VFW Post 3401, 45 Tabor Road, Morris Plains. Admission to the show is $20.00 (split between both charities) and will feature bands from 1:00 p.m. to to 9:00 p.m. as well as food and prizes. Entertainment will include Audio Empire, Till Now, Subcommittee, Bubba Grouch and Eli as well as other acts to be announced.

For further information on the event contact Dan Glenn at (908) 723-3118.

K9s For Warriors, founded in 2011 is a 501(c)3 organization founder by Shari Duval.

K9s For Warriors is dedicated to providing service canines to our warriors suffering from Post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma as a result of military service post 9/11. Our goal is to give a new leash on life to rescue dogs and military heroes, empowering warriors to return to civilian life with dignity and independence.

Morristown company hit with $17.1M penalty after admitting bribing foreign officials

NEWARK – New Jersey-based Louis Berger International on Friday agreed to pay a $17.1 criminal penalty to settle claims that it bribed foreign officials in Kuwait, Vietnam, India and Indonesia to secure construction management contracts, federal prosecutors say. The Morristown-based company admitted it conspired to violate the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) on the same day…

Family of woman killed in I-80 crash retains N.J. attorney

TEANECK — The family of Briana Mae Anderson, the 21-year-old Kentucky woman killed with her family Saturday in a chain-reaction crash on Route 80 in Rockaway Township, has retained a New Jersey attorney to serve as its legal representative and spokesman. The attorney, Steven Benevenisti, is a partner in the Teaneck law firm of Davis, Saperstein…

Springsteen photos to be shown at Monmouth University

PAMELA SPRINGSTEEN This photo, taken by Springsteen’s sister Pamela, will be displayed in “Bruce Springsteen: A Photographic Journey.” Monmouth University in West Long Branch, which houses the historical archive The Bruce Springsteen Special Collection and has a long history of presenting Springsteen-related events, will host “Bruce Springsteen: A Photographic Journey,” in its DiMattio Gallery (at Rechnitz…

N.J.’s newest Roy Rogers restaurant opens this week

FRANKLIN – Roy Rogers makes its return to northern New Jersey Tuesday with its planned grand opening of a restaurant in Sussex County. The restaurant is just one of four locations Roy Rogers plans to launch over the next year in the northern half of the state. Yet-to-be announced sites, which will be in Bergen and…

It could feel as hot as 107 degrees in Parsippany today

While high temperatures in most of New Jersey are forecast in the mid-90s for Sunday, it could feel as hot as 107 degrees in parts of the state. The “very hot and humid conditions” have officials warning residents to take precautions, including limiting time spent in the sun and drinking plenty of water. ALSO: Health and…

Greystone supporters, Parsippany, dealt two heartbreaking losses

Lynn Brunskill was an artist and a graphic designer, and her restored Victorian home in Mount Tabor is a monument to her aesthetic values. “Our house is definitely filled with her spirit,” said her husband, Adam McGovern. “It was all Lynn.” It was Lynn who picked out the classic-looking armoire and ornate lamp sconces that were…

Thunderstorms roll across Parsippany Saturday

A humid Saturday will give way to potentially hazardous weather throughout New Jersey, as thunderstorms roll across the Garden State from Pennsylvania, according to an alert by the National Weather Service. The hazardous weather warning issued by the National Weather Service early Saturday morning said parts of central, southern and northern New Jersey will all see…

Workers at UPS steal cell phones from packages

PARSIPPANY — UPS security personnel contacted the Parsippany Police Department to report they had two employees they suspected of stealing items out of packages prior to loading them into the shipping trailers, on Wednesday, July 15 at 8:11 a.m.

Patrol Officer A. Van Orden and J. Lubeck responded to UPS and spoke to UPS security personnel. Through the course of their investigation, along with evidence received from UPS security, Sean Stevenson, 26, North Haledon and Joseph Meola, 27, Hawthorne, were placed under arrest and transported back to Parsippany Police Headquarters.

Mr. Meola was charged with Theft of Movable Property for the theft of a cell phone. Mr. Stevenson was charged with Theft of Movable Property for the theft of five cell phones.

Both parties were released pending their court appearance.

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

Out of state driver arrested for DWI

policecarPARSIPPANY — Patrol Officer P. Kolln was making a left turn from Baldwin Road onto Route 46 east, on Thursday, July 9 at 11:29 p.m.

As the officer was turning he observed a vehicle driving west in the left lane of Route 46 east at which time he activated his emergency lights and conducted a motor vehicle stop.

The 2012 Ford Escape came to a stop in the left lane of Route 46 east. After a brief investigation, the driver, Bridget McNulty, 26, Green Harbor, MA was arrested for suspicion of Driving While Intoxicated and transported to Police Headquarters.

While at Police Headquarters she was issued summons for Driving While Intoxicated and Driving the Wrong Way on Route 46.

She was released to an acquaintance, pending her court appearance.

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

 

Christopher Beyel Shoplifts at Home Depot

PARSIPPANY — Home Depot Asset Protection contacted the Parsippany Police Department to report they had a shoplifter detained in the store on Tuesday, July 7 at 4:29 p.m.

Patrol Officer P. Kolln and C. Cifaldi responded to the scene. Once on scene they were advised by Asset Protection personnel that Christopher Beyel, 23, Parsippany, had placed three different power tools into his cart and exited the store.

Asset Protection personnel then stopped him and brought him back inside the store until Parsippany Police arrived.

Mr. Beyel was arrested and transported back to Parsippany Police Headquarters. He was issued a summons for Shoplifting and released pending his court appearance.

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

Vehicle stolen from Marcella Road; recovered in Newark

A vehicle was stolen from  a resident on Marcella Road
A vehicle was stolen from a resident on Marcella Road

PARSIPPANY — A resident on Marcella Road contacted the Parsippany Police Headquarters to report that his vehicle was stolen from his driveway between Monday, July 6 at 11:00 p.m. and Tuesday, July 7 at 7:15 a.m.

Patrol Officer J. Michel arrived on scene and spoke to the resident. Through his investigation it was determined that the vehicle, a black 2014 Infiniti Q50, was stolen.

Shortly after the initial call, Parsippany Police received notification from Newark Police Department that the vehicle was recovered in Newark.

Anyone with information regarding the incident should contact the Parsippany Police Department at (973) 263-4300.

PTE Girls Softball won State Champs!

PARSIPPANY —  The Par-Troy East Senior Girls Softball team won State Champs, Friday, July 17 after winning against Elmora 16-7 at Lodi Little League,72 Church Street, Lodi. They now advance to Regionals in Worcester, Mass. next Saturday, July 25.

Summer Concert series kicks off in Parsippany

Parsippany-Troy Hills Recreation Department kicked off the Summer Concert Series, on Thursday, July 16,  with the Rachel Allyn Band.

Mayor James Barberio welcomed the Band and the crowd at Veterans Park to the first of four summer concerts. The band entertained the crowd in near perfect weather with a mix of original songs and covers of other popular songs.

The next concert is Wednesday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m. and will feature the music of the Eagles by the band Hotel California.

Par-Troy East wins to Monroe 12-2 in State Finals

PARSIPPANY —  PTE Senior Girls 2015 continued their quest for the NJ Senior State Championship with a 12-2 victory over Monroe Little League in the winner’s bracket game on Wednesday night.

PTE moves on to the championship game on Friday, July 17 at 5:30 p.m. against either Monroe or Elmora. PTE needs to win one game on Friday night.

Monroe or Elmora would have to beat PTE twice on Friday night to capture the State Championship.

The game was decided quickly as PTE exerted its will early with six runs in the first three innings.

An RBI single by Elizabeth Quigley in the first inning and an RBI single by Quigley, an RBI single by Alivia Mercuro, and an error during the second inning helped PTE put some runs on the board early. PTE was led by a flawless day at the dish by Luisa Barone, who went 5-5 against Monroe’s pitching. She doubled in the fifth inning and singled in the first, second, third, and sixth innings.

Caitlin Brennan struck out 14, moving to 6-0 with an ERA at .96 this all star season paving the way for a PTE win. Brennan allowed no earned runs, one hit and six walks over six innings. Vischoric was charged with the loss. She allowed 12 runs in six innings, walked none and struck out one. PTE built upon its lead with five runs in the fifth. Barone doubled, scoring Julz Del Viscio who started the rally with a single. That was followed up by Meg Leitner’s double, bringing home Barone. PTE’s top 3 hitters in the lineup went 13-15 to pace the 19 hit attack on Monroe.

Victims of fiery Route 80 crash were family from Kentucky

ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP – Services for the three people killed in a chain reaction crash last weekend on Route 80 will be held Saturday in Kentucky, where the family lived, according to the funeral home handling the arrangements. The accident claimed the lives of Briana Mae Anderson, 21, her fiance, Edward Russell Hitt, 24, and their one-and-a-half-year-old…

Parsippany Police remind pedestrians to use crosswalks; drivers yield to pedestrians

crosswalksPARSIPPANY — As the weather has warmed up over the last few weeks more people have been out walking around town. For your safety always use the marked crosswalks at intersections and mid street, where applicable.

If you are in a marked crosswalk with walk, don’t walk signals, you must obey the walk/don’t walk signals. Failure to do so may result in a summons.

If the marked crosswalk is not controlled by any signs or signals, traffic must stop for you, or they can be ticketed. This does not mean you should dart into the roadway in marked crosswalk. Always be safe.

If no crosswalks are present you must yield the right of way to vehicles. You should always look both ways and confirm no vehicles are coming.

If a vehicle fails to yield the right of way, you can write down their license plate information. You can then go to the Parsippany Municipal Court and issue a summons. Police Officers cannot issue a summons unless we witness the violation.

So far 82 pedestrians have been struck and killed by motor vehicles during various incidents this year in the State of New Jersey.

For reference here are some of the pertinent traffic laws:
39:4-32 Crossing a Roadway
39:4-33 Use of Designated crosswalk: PEDESTRIANS MUST obey pedestrian signals and use crosswalks at signalized intersections. Both carry a $54.00 fine for failure to observe the law.
39:4-36 Driver to yield to pedestrian at crosswalk: MOTORISTS in New Jersey MUST stop for pedestrians in a marked crosswalk. Failure to observe the law may subject you to one or more of the following: 2 points, $200 Fine, 15 days community service and/or insurance surcharges.

The driver of a vehicle must stop and stay stopped for a pedestrian crossing the roadway within any marked crosswalk, but shall yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossing the roadway within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection, except at crosswalks when the movement of traffic is being regulated by police officers or traffic control signals, or where otherwise prohibited by municipal, county, or State regulation, and except where a pedestrian tunnel or overhead pedestrian crossing has been provided, but no pedestrian shall suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk or run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it is impossible for the driver to yield.

Whenever any vehicle is stopped to permit a pedestrian to cross the roadway, the driver of any other vehicle approaching from the rear shall not overtake and pass such stopped vehicle.

Every pedestrian upon a roadway at any point other than within a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles upon the roadway.

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