PARSIPPANY — During the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council meeting, it was announced that a weekly Farmers Market is coming to Parsippany.
The Farmers Market will be located at Veterans Memorial Park from May through October.
The Summer Concert series will be part of the new engagement.
Megabyte Events will manage the weekly markets. Megabyte Events has been working with the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany bringing the Food Truck festival.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Samantha DeNegri and Sergeant Patrick LaGuerre recently visited the middle schoolers at Memorial Junior High School in the Hanover Township district on March 2 and at the Jefferson Township Middle and High Schools on March 7. Together, they led a presentation on bias incidents, cyber harassment, and making smart choices about social media.
The presenters stressed exercising good judgment regarding how you interact with others or what you post on social media, adding this applies to videos or images utilizing song lyrics or meme-ified language. How you conduct yourself online could potentially impact your future.
Social media and technology today document everything. SAP DeNegri explained that taking or sharing explicit photos can lead to legal ramifications and may be viewed/shared by people other than you intended to receive it. She cautioned students often regret taking such pictures as they don’t remain private, adding the MCPO would not hesitate to prosecute those who maliciously share such material.
Sgt. LaGuerre explained the difference between bias crimes and bias incidents, cautioning students that their school administrators can choose to take disciplinary action even if an incident isn’t considered criminal. Having your name associated with a bias incident and the documentation that goes with it can unfortunately follow you into life beyond school.
SAP DeNegri said Morris County takes a zero-tolerance approach to threats of violence, even when students claim their comments were intended as a joke.
The MCPO routinely conducts presentations at public and private schools throughout Morris County to present on these important topics and to talk directly with students. Over the past year, they’ve conducted over a dozen such assemblies in Morris, Warren, and Sussex counties.
Salem County Prosecutor’s Office members attended the Memorial Junior High assembly to learn about and bring the program back to Salem County students.
During the presentations in Jefferson Township, members of the Morris County NAACP attended to learn about the MCPO’s outreach program.
Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said, “I hope our colleagues from the Salem County Prosecutor’s Office and community partners at the Morris County NAACP found the presentations informative and useful. In an age of oversaturated digital communication, the MCPO uses face-to-face visits to make a genuine connection with our students. We want our young people to make smart choices about interacting online and in person.”
BOONTON — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin confirmed charges against a Boonton police captain who allegedly stole his internal affairs records and computer hardware containing police data from the Boonton Police Department.
Stephen Jones, 42, of Toms River, has been charged with computer theft, tampering with public records, and other offenses in connection with the April 2022 incident. The charges result from an Office of Public Integrity and Accountability’s (OPIA) Corruption Bureau investigation.
The investigation revealed Jones removed at least five computer towers from the Boonton Police Department, three of which contained police information, including files on internal affairs (IA) matters. He allegedly stole his personnel and IA files, stashing the computer towers in his Toms River home and the files at his in-laws’ home in Edison.
Then the officer-in-charge of the Boonton Police, Jones, was allegedly captured on surveillance video late at night on April 13, 2022, removing containers and computer towers from the police department. According to the investigation, Jones removed the computer hardware and files without authorization and violated Boonton Police policies.
Jones is charged with one count of each of the following offenses:
Second-degree crimes carry a five- to 10-year prison term with a $150,000 fine upon conviction. Third-degree crimes can carry a prison sentence of three to five years and a $15,000 fine. Fourth-degree offenses could lead to up to 18 months in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
Deputy Attorney General Eric Cohen is prosecuting the case for the OPIA Corruption Bureau under the supervision of Deputy Bureau Chief Jeffrey Manis, Bureau Chief Peter Lee, OPIA Deputy Director Anthony Picione, and OPIA Executive Director Thomas Eicher.
Editor’s Note: An arrest or signing of a criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting will be held on March 7, 2023.
Regular Township Council Meetings will commence at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings. Council meetings are held at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.
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Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours before the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to request auxiliary aid.
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Mayor and Council
Mayor James R Barberio
Council President Loretta Gragnani
Council Vice-President Michael J. dePierro
Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella
PARSIPPANY — Dylan Mazzarella has been chosen for the id2 National Selection Team based on his performance in the Program cycle targeting players born in 2009. US Club Soccer invites him on the 2023 id2 National Selection International Tour to England, which will be held March 30 – April 11, 2023. Dylan is a student at Central Middle School and will be attending Delbarton School in the fall.
National Selection International Tour provides a multi-faceted experience on- and off-the-field, including competing against top youth academy teams, watching professional games, and playing at top-quality venues, as well as the unique educational and cultural experiences of traveling internationally.
Rosters announced for 2023 id2 National Selection teams competing in London, Manchester:
The 2023 id2 National Selection International Tour officially begins March 30 with a two-day domestic camp in New Jersey before traveling to London and Manchester for an immersive experience of training, competition, and culture.
The tour, which concludes on April 11, represents the final progression of the current id2 age group cycle targeting players born in 2009.
Eighteen boys and 18 girls were selected from id2 National Training Camps held in Florida and California over the past two months. This is the first time US Club Soccer is taking the id2 National Selection girl’s team overseas; previous years, the girls participated in a domestic camp alongside the ECNL.
For the id2 National Selection boys team, the tradition of foreign competition continues, and this year’s roster joins an elite community of alumni, including Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, and Tim Weah.
MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti today announced that the annual statewide campaign to repair potholes across New Jersey will begin on Monday, March 6.
While New Jersey saw below-average snowfall this winter, temperatures continually fluctuated between above and below freezing. Potholes are created by water seeping into cracks in the asphalt and then expanding when it freezes, so this weather pattern still takes a toll on state highways.
“The New Jersey Department of four is began the annual pothole campaign on Monday, March 6, and will continue for the next couple of months until we have repaired the most significant potholes from this winter,” Commissioner Gutierrez-Scaccetti said. “NJDOT crews work year-round to repair potholes and keep our highways in good condition, but at this time of year, it becomes a primary focus.”
To deal with potholes most aggressively and efficiently, the Department will allow crews throughout the state to close travel lanes during daytime hours. Where possible, crews will limit their daytime work hours to 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will try to avoid working in travel lanes carrying traffic during peak times.
NJDOT will use Variable Message Signs to alert motorists of the campaign and lane closures that could result in temporary travel delays to the extent possible. Detailed current repair locations will be posted continually on www.511nj.org.
As the weather warms up and asphalt plants reopen, our crews will perform permanent patch operations on particularly problematic sections of the roadway. This is more extensive work that includes milling and paving a small road area and generally will be done overnight.
In the past five fiscal years (FY18 – FY22), NJDOT has repaired an average of approximately 190,000 potholes per year. So far, in FY23 (July 1, 2022 – February 28, 2023), NJDOT has repaired about 80,000 potholes, with the busiest pothole repair season just starting.
It is important to slow down in work zones so NJDOT crews can safely make repairs. New Jersey’s Move Over law requires motorists to move over if it is safe when approaching an emergency or service vehicle stopped on the side of the road. If you cannot safely MOVE OVER, PLEASE SLOW DOWN.
In addition to our crews monitoring and reporting potholes that need repair on state highways, we encourage motorists to report potholes as well. Motorists may call 1-800-POTHOLE or go online to report potholes on state roads using a new mapping feature to help identify the exact location of the pothole. To report potholes on county roads, contact the appropriate jurisdiction.
The Department responds as quickly as possible, especially to reports of potholes that create safety concerns based on size and location. For NJDOT news, follow us on Twitter @NewJerseyDOT and our Facebook page.
PARSIPPANY — Three Senior Parsippany-Troy Hills School District (PTHSD) STEM Pathways students officially presented their Community Impact Projects to earn their Distinction endorsement on March 1.
STEM Pathways is a co-curricular program at both PTHSD high schools that allows students to explore various areas of STEM. Completing this four-year program earns students a special endorsement on their high school transcript and invaluable experiences. Students earning the Distinction level of the endorsement are passionate students who push themselves above the program’s minimum requirements. For this endorsement, students must partake in more rigorous classes, obtain a higher GPA, and choose between participating in an internship or completing an impact project.
Three Pathways students pictured above from left to right are Romila Deodhar (PHS), Antara Rajgopal (PHHS), and Ananya Shrivastana (PHHS). With the guidance of our STEM Pathways advisors, Fatema Sheikh (PHHS), Megan Barry (PHS), Ellesa Jala (PHHS), and Briane DiGeronimo (PHS), these three students implemented the engineering and design process to research and design a potential solution to an identified problem within our local and/or global community.
Romila Deodhar’s project addresses water shortage due to wastage and water pollution. She created a household water filtration system prototype that could enable water reuse. By reusing household water, Romila’s prototype could reduce a household’s annual water consumption by 30%. Romila’s plans in STEM include attending a university where she will major in Biophysics and minor in Music. Romila is looking forward to the continued pursuit of her passion for protecting our environment.
Antara Rajgopal designed a website using computer programming, machine learning, and AI technology to help identify pneumonia in patient chest x-rays. Antara’s plans in STEM include attending Virginia Tech, majoring in Engineering with additional studies in Computer Science. Antara also plans to develop her website further to help identify additional illnesses, such as tuberculosis.
Ananya Shrivastana created a chatbot using computer programming. Her chatbot was designed to help people by providing an avenue to chat about their mental health with technology. Through AI, the chatbot can provide the user with mental health resources. Ananya’s plans in STEM include attending a university where she will major in Computer Science and continue to develop this project and her passion for mental health and wellness.
From research to prototyping to taking courses to learn more about their particular STEM areas of interest, our Parsippany students have worked hard and put in extensive time and energy over multiple years to accomplish their goals. Ultimately, our students could make working prototypes of each of their designs and truly embrace all components of STEM. The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District is proud of the accomplishments of our student’s impact projects and knows they have a bright future ahead. Congratulations on an outstanding accomplishment!
MORRIS COUNTY — Students from Parsippany, Budd Lake, and Morristown schools were honored as Mayo Performing Arts Center’s March 2023 Music Students of the Month – Outstanding Jazz Musicians — before the Friday, March 3 performance by Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis.
Students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen by the Theatre’s Education Department based on their commitment to excellence in the performing arts. The students were honored on stage before the concert and had an opportunity to meet Wynton Marsalis. The Theatre will honor a group of students every month throughout the season and invites area teachers to nominate students for this honor.
The Walter F. and Alice Gorham Foundation support the 2022-2023 Music Student of the Month program.
About the March Music Students of the Month
Luca Anello-Fiorina: Grade 8, Pearl R. Miller School; Parsippany; Nominated by Brian Scanlon
Luca is a hardworking, dedicated young musician. He works very independently and sets very high standards for himself. With that, Luca is also a constant seeker of advice and constructive criticism. Luca has stood out in our Middle School since he arrived in 6th grade. Luca adds his talents to our school’s honor groups, including our Jazz-Rock Ensemble. As a drum-set player, Luca has taken on some very tricky tasks in a very methodical manner. It is a pleasure to see how motivated he is to accomplish his goals with the maturity of a seasoned musician at such a young age.
Roshan Matrubai: Grade 8, Brooklawn Middle School; Parsippany; Nominated by Joseph Stella
Roshan is an 8th-grade clarinetist/bass clarinetist who has grown tremendously in the concert band during the past two years, making him one of our top players. In addition to being a great musician, he is kind, respectful, and a joy to teach. He can often be found around the band room practicing during his free time at lunch. This year, he has also taken on the challenge of learning to play the tenor saxophone for our school’s jazz band. He has quickly excelled at the tenor sax, becoming the lead tenor in the jazz band with a lengthy solo.
Neil Patel: Grade 11, Parsippany High School; Parsippany; Nominated by Gregory Dalakian
Neil has been our lead Alto Sax player in the PHS Jazz Ensemble for the past two years. He has done amazing work improving his jazz sound and improvisation skills. He is always willing to volunteer and play solos on any jazz chart and inspires others to work hard and improve their jazz playing. In addition to being a dedicated jazz musician, Neil is an aspiring music producer and composer.
Alex Marichal; Grade 9, Mount Olive High School; Budd Lake; Nominated by Darrell Hendricks
Alex is a hard-working freshman that LOVES listening and playing jazz music. He is a student who chooses to transcribe jazz solos and practice trombones and has grown much over the last year.
Jayden Oakley: Grade 8, Frelinghuysen Middle School; Morristown; Nominated by Ariel Ocasio
Jayden has shown a true passion for jazz and improvisation in just one year. Although he is an outstanding music student, generally speaking, he has really taken to jazz and has become one of the more inspiring soloists in our program. He elevates the performance of all his peers and continues to impress me, my parents, and students alike.
Andrew Pavkovitch: Grade 7, Mount Olive Middle School; Budd Lake; Nominated by Ken Adessa
Andrew loves jazz. He loves great jazz artists. He listens, truly listens, and works hard at emulation. He works hard at style and improv, and his rhythm is fantastic. He sits lead alto in our middle school jazz band in Mount Olive, and when we went to Rowan University for a jazz festival, all the clinicians wanted to know, “who’s that kid on alto?!”
Anthony Samms: Grade 12, Morristown High School; Morristown; Nominated by Timothy Beadle
Anthony has been a rock-solid member of the Morristown Spectrum Jazz Ensemble since he was a freshman. Not only is he an outstanding piano player, he also plays the trumpet. Anthony is a strong music reader but has an uncanny ability to listen to music and incorporate it into his performance. Whether mimicking a phrase played by Count Basie or learning Chick Corea’s Spain solo by ear, he has always used his musical talent to add to the professionalism and performance of the jazz ensemble at Morristown High School.
PARSIPPANY — Those motorists driving on Route 46 this morning saw the cranes tearing down the old Inn Crowd. TriCore Construction crew was out bright and early on Monday, March 6, with heavy machinery to make room for the new Taco Bell, which will be constructed on the site.
The building was constructed in 1967 and eventually became the “The Inn Crowd.”
TriCore Construction Group, with over 42 years of experience in the United States and abroad, TriCore’s founder Dimitrios “Jimmy” Margetis, has successfully executed every project’s schedule to complete on time and within budget. With such projects as Lenny Kravitz’s award-winning 75 Kenmare or CitizenM’s Bowery Modular Hotel and the ENR Global Best Projects winner in 2019, Mr. Margetis’s performance has been unparallel while maintaining a successful client relationship.
TriCore is a family-operated firm whose mission is to complete each project on schedule and within budget while keeping their client relations for future endeavors.
The Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board unanimously approved Application No 22.504 to replace the former The Inn Crowd with a Taco Bell on Monday, July 18, 2022.
The property is located at 285 Route 46 East. It is also known as Block 767, Lot 3.01.
Taco Bell was approved to construct 2,500 square feet building with 50 indoor seats, ten outdoor seats, 36 parking spots, and a drive-thru. Entrances will be from Route 46 East as well as Edwards Road.
The building was constructed in 1967 and eventually became the “The Inn Crowd.”
Walter Williamson purchased The Inn Crowd in 1972, which he ran throughout his life. He passed away on April 22, 2020, at age 92.
According to officials from Taco Bell, construction is expected to begin in late fall.
Another Taco Bell is at 1560 Route 46 West, approximately three miles west.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Greater Parsippany held its first “Annual Lunch Fundraiser” focused on benefiting the organization’s mission at the Gourmet Café on Sunday, March 5. As anticipated, the tickets sold quickly, filling the venue with members and supporters.
Kiwanis, an international service club whose motto is “Serving the Children of the World,” empowers service-minded, committed community members to pursue creative ways to serve the needs of children, fight hunger, and address and serve an array of community needs.
The fundraiser was the brainchild of Charter President, and Chairman of the Fundraiser, Nicolas Limanov, who, along with Kiwanis Division 9 Lt. Governor Frank Cahill, organized and coordinated the highly successful luncheon, which is sure to become an annual event.
The event certainly did not disappoint, as the room was filled with fun conversations, laughter, outstanding food, and live music. Gourmet Café Chef Matt created a top-notch menu for the event, consisting of a mouth-watering selection of Meatballs and Caesar Salad for the first course, followed by Penne Vodka topped with Ricotta, then a selection of entrees, including Lobster Ravioli, Linguine White Clams, Eggplant Parmigiana, and Chicken Marsala. Followed by Tartufo and Coffee.
Live music by critically acclaimed vocalist and recording artist Gian Faraone, kept the mood festive and lively, with Italian favorites and oldies throughout the event. Dancing and singing along with many songs were all part of the afternoon’s fun.
Local dignitaries included Council President Loretta Gragnani, Council Vice President Michael J. dePierro, and Councilman Justin Musella. All had a great time.
MORRIS COUNTY — Three Republican incumbents in the 26th Legislative District, State Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-Montville), Assemblyman Brian Bergen (R-Denville), and Assemblyman Jay Webber (R-Morris Plains), has won the Morris Republican organizational line, beating a challenge at today’s county convention from two current and former elected officials. The Morris County Republican Committee members held its convention to choose the party line for the upcoming Primary Election on June 6.
The Convention was held at County College of Morris on Saturday, March 4.
“I’m honored to have the support of the Morris County Republican Committee. Everyone who competed for the line should be complimented for their efforts. It is never easy to put yourself out there. I hope that now we can work together to join as a unified team dedicated to the joint cause of improving our communities and state, with our collective attention on the November election,” said Assemblyman Brian Bergen.
Morris County Commissioner candidate Anthony Somma said, “To all who voted for me: THANK YOU. Today’s convention results prove that many in our party recognize what our Republican primary voters already know to be true: that we need a genuine conservative voice to lead our party to victory come November.”
| Morris County Commissioner | 1 Seat Available |
| Tayfun Selen | 341 |
| Paul DeGroot | 113 |
| Anthony Somma | 95 |
Senator Joe Pennachio said, “I thank the Republican colleagues, and my overwhelming victory was an acknowledgment and validation of the hard work and effort I have put into his legislative work.”
| LD Senator | 1 Seat Available |
| Joe Pennacchio | 174 |
| Thomas Mastrangelo | 52 |
“It’s on,” DeCroce said after the convention. “We are going to a primary race in June. The 26th district desperately needs effective conservative representation in Trenton. That’s what I offer to voters. Conservative women don’t whine – we work.”
Mastrangelo and DeCroce said they’ll continue their campaigns without the Republican party’s support. They’ve done it once before, with different results: Mastrangelo lost party support for his 2022 county commissioner re-election campaign but won off-the-line, while DeCroce’s off-the-line Assembly re-election campaign in 2021 was unsuccessful.
| LD 26 Assembly | 2 Seats Available |
| Brian Bergen | 200 |
| Jay Webber | 165 |
| BettyLou DeCroce | 46 |
Mail-In Ballots can be requested from the Morris County Clerk’s Office as an alternative to voting on the voting machines.
Primary Election Registration Deadline is May 16, 2023.
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The Morris County Republican Club consists of Chairwoman Laura Ali, Vice Chairman Peter King, Treasurer Kathy Dailey, Legal Counsel Joseph Bell, Sergeant at Arms Conrad Pepperman, Recording Secretary Sarah Neibart and
Corresponding Secretary Robbie Simpson.
The Convention Committee Members:
Chair of Credentials and Program Committee: Mayor Christine Glassner
Chair of Rules Committee: Commissioner Christine Myers
Rules Committee: Joe Bell, Bob Ferguson, Jim Loveys, Amy Wiehl, Britni Morley, Joe Bock, Kyle Russell, Sean Mabey
Credentials and Program Committee: John Coyle, Christine Fano, Ryan Martinez, Stephanie Kaulfers, Leticia Mendola, Andrew Agliata.
PARSIPPANY — BettyLou DeCroce recently held a fundraiser at her residence. Many local dignitaries and friends attended the packed house and enjoyed delicious food, including sushi, mini burgers, and steak, among other items catered by Brownstone, Paterson.
BettyLou DeCroce served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 2012 to 2022 and is seeking to reclaim the 26th district State Assembly seat.
“We desperately need to elect effective conservatives to the state legislature,” DeCroce said. “Speeches on the statehouse floor are not changing anything, but an informed and energized electorate will.”
The state continues to slide deeper into trouble under Democratic leadership,” said DeCroce. “Working people need representatives in Trenton who will put in the extra work it takes to make positive changes in their lives. I am committed to making those changes.”
“Government is what I do,” she said. “Government is what I love, what I know best. I know it inside and out.”
The new District 26 includes the following municipalities: Morris County: Boonton Denville, East Hanover, Hanover, Florham Park, Lincoln Park, Mountain Lakes, Montville, Morris Plains, Parsippany, Pequannock, and Riverdale. In Passaic County: Bloomingdale, Pompton Lakes, Ringwood, & Wanaque.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, First Assistant Prosecutor Maggie Calderwood, and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally confirmed a jury has found Edwin Urbina, 29, formerly of Morristown, guilty on all charges related to the beating death of his girlfriend’s three-year-old son, Liam Christian.
Following a seven-day trial, the jury returned a guilty verdict on March 1, 2023. The defendant was found guilty of first-degree Murder with an Aggravating Factor, three counts of second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child, third-degree Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution, two counts of third-degree Tampering with a Witness, and fourth-degree Tampering with Evidence. The sentencing has been scheduled before the Honorable Stephen J. Taylor, P.J.Cr., on March 16, 2023. The defendant will remain in custody until that time.
On August 13, 2021, shortly after 5:00 a.m., officers from the Morristown Police Department responded to the Morristown Medical Center in Morristown on a report of a three-year-old boy in cardiac arrest. A subsequent investigation revealed that Liam Christian had sustained a number of physical injuries. Following an autopsy, Morris County Deputy Medical Examiner Dr. Carlos Fonseca, M.D., determined the manner of death to be a homicide.
The investigation revealed that Urbina fatally beat the child in the early morning of August 13, resulting in the boy’s death, while at the OYO Hotel, 130 Route 10 West in East Hanover. The investigation further revealed that the victim’s five-year-old sibling witnessed the murder. Further investigation revealed that the victim’s mother, Krystal Straw, 29, was absent during the assault but arrived at the hotel shortly thereafter. Following the victim’s death, both Urbina and Straw acted to hinder the State’s investigation, including removing Urbina and his personal belongings from the OYO Hotel, deleting cell phone content, and informing the victim’s five-year-old sibling not to speak about the incident.
The investigation also revealed that Urbina had physically abused the victim on prior occasions.
On August 17, 2021, Urbina was taken into custody without incident outside the Morris County Records and Administration Building in Morristown. Straw was previously charged and arrested on August 13 concerning this incident. Both Urbina and Straw remained in the Morris County Correctional Facility during the pendency of their criminal cases.
On January 12, 2023, Straw, 29, appeared before Judge Taylor and entered an open plea of guilty to two counts of second-degree Endangering Welfare of a Child, three counts of third-degree Hindering Apprehension, third-degree Tampering with a Witness, and fourth-degree Tampering with Physical Evidence. Straw will remain in custody until her sentencing hearing, also scheduled before Judge Taylor on March 16, 2023.
Prosecutor Carroll would like to thank and acknowledge the agencies that participated in the investigation that led to the successful guilty verdict, the exhaustive efforts of the East Hanover Police Department, the Morristown Police Department, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, the Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office, and various Units in the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office in working together to investigate this incident leading to the guilty verdict. The Prosecutor would also like to thank Assistant Prosecutor Tara Wang and Senior Assistant Prosecutor Kelly Sandler, who tried this case in court, and MCPO Detective Matthew Belcastro and East Hanover Det. Lt. Andrew Underwood for their outstanding efforts in the prosecution of this case.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, First Assistant Prosecutor Maggie Calderwood and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally confirmed the hiring of Michael J. Thompson as Detective for the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office.
Detective Thompson was sworn in at the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office on February 27. He has been assigned to the Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit within the Tactical Division.
Before joining the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, Detective Thompson served the Washington Township Police Department since 2008 as a Patrol Officer, Narcotics/Patrol Canine Handler, and Detective. He also previously worked as the general store and loss prevention manager of Sears.
Detective Thompson has attended Centenary University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. He is a graduate of the Morris County Police Training Academy and has completed numerous professional training courses. Detective Thompson has been recognized with several commendations, including the 200 Club of Morris County Meritorious Team Award, the Senate and General Assembly Award for Exceptional Duty, and two Senate and General Assembly Unit Citations.
Prosecutor Carroll said, “We are pleased to have such a decorated officer joining our investigative staff of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. Detective Thompson’s demonstrated skillset, and law enforcement commendations make him a welcome and highly-qualified addition to our team.
PARSIPPANY — Cornerstone First Mortgage celebrated the opening of its new offices at Six Century Drive, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, on Thursday, February 24.
Sharif Shamsudin, the owner, has been in the business for 22 years. He is a graduate of Parsippany High School. He chose this new location because he wanted to return to Parsippany since this is the town he grew up in.
Wahead Shamsudin, a Parsippany High School graduate, has been with Sharif since the beginning. Sharif owes a lot of credit to his brother for helping him through the tough times and being the best at finding solutions. Wahead is the Branch Manager whose main focus is day-to-day sales.
“I’ve known Sharif Shamsudin for years, he is an astute businessman, and I wish him well in his new location. Bringing and keeping small and large businesses to the community is key to Parsippany’s economic growth. I wish Cornerstone Mortgage much success,” said Mayor James Barberio.
Cornerstone offers first-time homebuyer loans and various loan products to fit customers’ needs. Sharif has a team dedicated to finding a loan, no matter the situation.
Sharif is an Executive Member of the Parsippany Soccer Board and a former elected official with the Board of Education.
“I thank my beautiful wife of 15 years, Zeba, and my wonderful daughters, Raihanna, 14, Deyana, 12, and Madina, 10,” said Sharif.
I like to give back to the community by sponsoring local sports teams and tricky trays. I was so happy to see so many faces come out to the Grand Opening, and I look forward to working with the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce to host many events.
You can reach Shaif by calling (973) 902-9932.
MORRIS COUNTY —It is no secret that products infused with THC-P have recently skyrocketed in popularity. This is despite the fact that the first major research on this endocannabinoid was carried out as far back as 2019. The result of the study on a molecule was posted to the NIH site by Italian researchers. The manufacturing of goods containing this component has begun right from that point. Due to their unique properties, they shot to fame in the cannabis industry quite quickly, and this tendency continues to date.
Nowadays, it’s extremely unlikely that you’ll find someone in the cannabis world who hasn’t known of the THCP molecule, as THC-P products are popular and highly desired for three years now. It’s because the compound has a reputation as the strongest cannabinoid on the market. That fact isn’t believed for no reason by cannabis experts or even people just starting out in the industry. The truth is that the molecule’s effects are more potent in comparison to all other cannabis plant components. This post will explain the THCP’s potency and define it in general. You will learn about the products infused with it and the legal issues surrounding the compound.
THC-P (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabiphorol) is a fairly young hemp-derived molecule. The compound is one of 140 phytocannabinoids thought to occur naturally in the cannabis plant. Considering the compound’s full name, it can be stated that it’s closely connected to delta-9 or THC. The concentrations of THCP in some cannabis plants are significantly lower than 0.1%. As a point of reference, the quantities of THC found in marijuana range from 25–30%, while those found in hemp are about 0.3% or lower.
However, don’t let the concentration levels confuse you when it comes to the delivered effects. Even though delta-9 is the most classic of all cannabinoids, it has only five carbons, while THCP contains seven. That means that the alkyl side chains of THC-P are significantly longer than those of THC. Hence, the compound binds more securely to endocannabinoid system receptors.
How does all that explain the molecule’s potency? When the component works on the receptors of the ECS, that process activates what users call a “high” feeling. According to what is stated above, THCP is more potent at binding to the receptors than delta-9. However, to be specific, it’s 33 times more effective at attaching to the CB1 receptors and reported to connect 5–10 times more effectively to the CB2 receptors. That’s why even a significantly smaller quantity of tetrahydrocannabiphorol is required compared to THC to have an impressive effect on the ECS.
According to the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, signed by Congress, THC-P is lawful on a federal level. That is true, provided the molecule is derived from the hemp plant. The last one is defined as a cannabis plant with amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol of no more than 0.3 percent.
However, some states may decide to prohibit the use of THC-P in the near future. The same was with the delta-8 molecule when linkages to the Federal Analog Act were found. Consequently, it can be declared to date that THC-P and products containing it are legal on the federal level but are, so to speak, in a gray zone. It’s, therefore, advisable to review the laws and regulations in your state in advance.
The assortment of products infused with THCP is constantly growing. However, that growth is about adding different tastes, taste mixes, and bundle options when the products’ classification can be divided into several items.
Vapes transform e-liquid into clouds of vapor. There are two kinds of vapes: ones that can be refilled and those that have to be thrown away after each use (disposables). When considering the material being vaporized, there are dry herbs and concentrates. Vape pens can be divided into those with and without a box mod.
Wax dabs contain THCP distillate wax concentrates. They typically have a higher potency, with faster and longer-lasting effects. By using a dab rig and keeping the temperature under control, dabbing makes it possible to taste all the flavors in the concentrate.
Tinctures are supposed to be consumed sublingually. Those interested in maintaining control over the dosage can consider using them. On the other hand, tinctures are an excellent choice for individuals looking for both potent and long-lasting effects.
The question about what is the finest way to consume tetrahydrocannabiphorol is a little tricky. The most important thing to do first is to determine needs and preferences. This entails determining whether one requires immediate effects, fast-acting or long-acting products, and one’s general attitude toward each type of consumption.
According to the user’s experience, vapes and edibles are the best ways to consume to date. Vapes are popular for their almost immediate effects, portability, convenience, the possibility of dosage regulation, and easy maintenance. Edibles usually come as gummies; they’re available in various tastes and deliver an effect that can be felt for several days after consumption.
MORRIS COUNTY — The annual Morris County Development Activity Report, detailing housing and commercial development in the county during 2022, has been completed and released by the Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation.
The number of development applications remained steady in 2022 (300) compared to 2021 (301). The county saw a large increase in proposed new square footage for non-residential development in 2022. It was the first time since 2000 that the county received new applications amounting to more than 4 million square feet of floor area (4,811,659 square feet).
New applications for multi-family housing continued to be strong, with the third-highest total for new units in the last ten years (1,902 units). The predominance of applications targeted rental units, mostly luxury apartments with some affordable units.
Some highlights of the document include the following:
Of the 1,902 new proposed townhouse and apartment units, the two largest applications are Brookside (on Main Road) in Montville Township with 266 units and the proposed residential development (at East Blackwell Steet and South Salem Street) in the Town of Dover with 252 units.
The county has seen a major increase in new proposed warehousing square footage. The three largest new projects were all warehouse projects, Roxbury Commerce Center (multi-structure) 2,514,060 square feet, Parkview Business Center (multi-structure) 653,593 square feet, and IV 1 Logistics (single structure) 374,500 square feet.
Click here to view the 2022 Development Activity Report.
PARSIPPANY — American Legion Parsippanong Post 249 will hold their annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner and Dance on Saturday, March 18, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
They are serving Corned Beef with all the trimmings, buffet style. Dessert and coffee are included. DJ. Donation $25.00. Advanced ticket sales only.
Tickets are now on sale at the American Legion NJ Post 249 bar. They will also be having a 50/50 cash raffle that night, with tickets going on sale soon, also at the bar.
American Legion Parsippanong Post 249 is at 91 North Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council Meeting – February 21, 2023.
Regular Township Council Meetings will commence at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings. Council meetings are held at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.
Click here to download the agenda.
Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours before the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to request auxiliary aid.
Click here to download the 2023 agenda schedule.
Mayor and Council
Mayor James R Barberio
Council President Loretta Gragnani
Council Vice-President Michael J. dePierro
Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board Meeting – February 15, 2023.
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Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment
2023 Members and Term Dates
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