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Oct 31, 2022

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Justin Musella visited the “2nd Annul DEA National Take Back event” held on Saturday, October 29. The collection of unwanted/unused medication was held at Morris Hills Shopping Center (outside Harmon Face Value). Pictured with Musella are Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Remo D’Alessandro and Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Detective Sergeant Craig Brooks.

Liquid Church Hosted “Run for Rwanda 5k & Fun Run”

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Oct 31, 2022

PARSIPPANY — Liquid Church, one of New Jersey’s fastest-growing churches, is raising awareness and funds for its signature Clean Water Cause by hosting the Run For Rwanda 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 22.

“Rwanda is a country with an ambitious goal – to be the first in Africa with 100% access to clean water. Clean water has the potential to transform lives, and here at Liquid Church, we’re committed to helping Rwandans reach this milestone,” said Tim Lucas, lead pastor and founder of Liquid Church. “Right now approximately 25% of Rwandans have no other choice but to drink dirty water that carries waterborne diseases and makes families ill. By hosting the Run For Rwanda, we’re not only drawing attention to this crisis, but we’re raising funds that can be used to effect real change in Rwanda.”

Liquid and its overseas partner Living Water International have been working together in Rwanda since 2015. To date, Liquid has helped to open over 360 clean water wells in 9 nations, bringing clean water to over 130,000 people across the globe. Of those wells, 153 clean water wells have been opened throughout Rwanda. Funds raised through the Run For Rwanda on October 22 will help to complete the WASH program (water access, sanitation, and hygiene) in the Ruhango and Busasamana regions of the country.

“We invited the community to join us to run, walk, or even bring a stroller to participate with little kids. Everyone is welcome. No matter how you participate, when we come together, we can make a big impact for this beautiful ‘land of a thousand hills!’” added Lucas. “For the millions of thirsty people in Rwanda, safe water can ultimately transform their health, safety, education, and livelihoods!”

The Run For Rwanda is a chip-timed race, and all ages, stages, and abilities are welcome to lace up and join the 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run that will take place on the wide open roads surrounding Liquid Church’s location at 299 Webro Road.

To learn more about Run For Rwanda or to get answers to Frequently Asked Questions click here. To learn more about Liquid Church’s Clean Water Cause click here.

Liquid Church is one of New Jersey’s fastest-growing Christian churches. Officially launched in 2007 by Lead Pastor Tim Lucas, the church’s vision is to “Saturate the State with the Gospel of Jesus Christ,” with seven physical campuses in Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, and Union Counties. Each week, about 5,000 people experience Liquid Church’s worship services in New Jersey and around the globe through Church Online. As part of its global outreach, Liquid provides clean drinking water to those in need, with hundreds of completed wells in Africa and Central America. Liquid Church’s innovative approaches to outreach and ministry have been spotlighted by CNN, FOX News, and TIME magazine. For more information click here.

Letter to the Editor: I Support Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise

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Oct 30, 2022

Dear Editor:

I am encouraging voters to support Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise for the Parsippany Board of Education. I have known Andy for many years, having had children of similar ages in the Parsippany School District. Andy and I share a similar perspective on a substantial number of topics, including the impact of education on children and society. I am confident that Andy’s running mates share these points of view.

Andy, Jack, and Yvonne want a school district that will focus on student achievement. The Parsippany school district recently posted student achievement results. The decline in student learning is alarming. You can go to the district website and view the presentation by clicking here.

The Parsippany Board of Education needs to have the administration focus on educating students. I am confident that as Board Members, Andy, Jack, and Yvonne will concentrate on student achievement, while providing a commonsense approach to educating children. They will also ensure that all students are provided an equal opportunity to succeed, directing resources where necessary.

Parsippany needs volunteers like ANDY CHOFFO, JACK RAIA, and YVONNE FERISE on the Board of Education. Please vote for Board of Education rows 1, 2, and 3 on Tuesday, November 8.

John Staudinger
Parsippany

Lake Hiawatha Library Holds “After Hours Halloween” Party

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Oct 30, 2022

halloween-lake-hiawatha — After Hours Halloween party

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System, Lake Hiawatha Branch at 68 Nokomis Avenue, hosted its first-ever After Hours Halloween party for children on Friday, October 21, 2022.

The After Hours Halloween party was a “monster mashing” success with over two hundred people in attendance.

Library Receives “Public Library Association Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive” Grant

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Oct 30, 2022

parsippany library — Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, located at 449 Halsey Road

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System is among 160 libraries nationwide to conduct digital literacy training funded by Public Library Association (PLA) Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive. The Public Library Association Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive, supported by AT&T, provides support to libraries of all sizes to conduct digital literacy training in their communities and help close the digital divide.

With the help of a local instructor who is fluent in Gujarati and Hindi, the Library will offer basic digital skills classes in both of these languages.

“The mission of libraries has always been about equitable access to information, literacy, learning, and culture. In the age of COVID-19, this mission has only become vital as libraries have played a critical role in keeping communities connected and online,” said PLA President Maria McCauley. “A 2020 PLA survey found that about 88% of public libraries provide some form of digital literacy support, but only 42% offer formal classes. Staffing and funding were the top barriers to providing technology training. AT&T’s investment with PLA and public libraries nationwide will boost access to digital literacy skills for the most vulnerable in our communities.” PLA’s free training site, Digitallearn.org, helps community members build skills and confidence using technology. Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System will help patrons utilize these resources in an upcoming workshop that will be conducted in person, in Gujarati and Hindi, at the Main Library on November 12 and December 10.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System, Main Library is located at 449 Halsey Road.

Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills Welcomes New Members

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Oct 30, 2022

womens-new-members — Membership Co-Chairman Janice Carrubba, new members Diana Craig and Pamela Newman and Membership Co-Chairman, Ginny Scala Photo by Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills

PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills October General Meeting, held on Monday, October 24, Membership Co-Chairs Ginny Scala and Janice Carrubba officially installed Diana Craig and Pamela Newman into the Woman’s Club.

Diana and Pamela join an enthusiastic group of volunteers brought together in fellowship and service to promote projects that produce positive outcomes in the areas of education, culture, and civic betterment of the community

The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) and the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC), which are the largest volunteer women’s service organizations in the country/state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service. General Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month September through April at 7:00 pm at the Parsippany Fire & Rescue Building at 100 Centerton Road, Parsippany. If you would like to attend our next General Meeting to find out more about what we do, call Ginny at 973-887-0336 or e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com.

Check us out on the web w ww.parsippanywomansclub.org .or follow the club on FACEBOOK or Twitter.

Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills to hold Meeting

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Oct 30, 2022

PARSIPPANY — Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills General Meeting will hold its next General Meeting on November 28 at 7:00 p.m.

The meeting is at the Lake Parsippany Rescue & Recovery Building, 100 Centerton Drive.

This is one of their favorite meetings of the year! Once the business meeting ended members filled containers with cookies and hard candies that are distributed to local nursing homes.

For more information email womansclubofpth@gmail.com or call Ginny at (973) 887-0336.

Congratulations Parsippany Hills High School Senior Jonah Lance

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Oct 30, 2022

vikings — Jonah was selected by Coach Dave Albano and Athletic Director Todd Ricker to receive a 2022 Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Plaque

PARSIPPANY — Jonah Lance was selected by Coach Dave Albano and Athletic Director Todd Ricker to receive a 2022 Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Plaque.

This award is presented to one individual from each member school who demonstrates a selfless commitment to his community, his school, his teammates, and his peers.

These individuals have set the bar high, and the Super Football Conference is proud to present them with the 2022 Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Plaque.

Each candidate will be honored at a New York Jets game, and they will have the opportunity to be selected as the 2022 Steve DiGregorio Man of the Year for the entire conference and will be recognized at the Steve DiGregorio Young Man of the Year Press Conference at Met Life Stadium.

Reprinted from Parsippany Focus Magazine, November 2022. Click here to view.

Kiwanis Key Club Held “Halloween at the High”

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Oct 30, 2022

Key Club members Darren Kuo, Inderveer Kahlon and Caden DiMacco handing out candy to the children in. their Rasta Imposta Banana Costumes

PARSIPPANY — The Key Club hosted another successful “Halloween at the High” on Friday, October 28.

Students from various clubs, including, Key Club, were dressed for Halloween and supervised the games, face painting, or just handed out candy to the children.

Witches, Dragons, Mirabel Dresses and Disney Encanto were among the costumes children of all ages walked the hallways and rooms of Parsippany High School. The classrooms and gym were packed with games for the children to play.

Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. It is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through service to others. Members of the Kiwanis International family, and Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities.

Felipe Schuck, Joseph Croat, Key Club Member Lucas Craig and Alex Leone

In addition to hosting Halloween at the High for children in the community, reads to Parsippany elementary school students in the SKIP program, assists at a local daycare center, and much more.

The Parsippany High School Key Club is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany.

Connor Dombrowski, 10, Hope Dombrowski, 3, and Social Studies Special Education Teacher Lindsay Hulin

Key Club members Ananya Mukherjee and Stevani Grosso handing out candy to the children

Community Healthy Living Series

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Oct 29, 2022

MORRIS COUNTY — Healthy Living Movement classes and lectures help you discover how to live well and equip you with the tools needed to improve your life. All classes are free and are open to Y members and non-members as well. No registration is needed for the series; just drop in. Bring a friend and share in this informative series, which takes place on the following Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.:

Thursday, November 10: Total Mobility
Healthy Living Director Darlene Kievit leads you through movements that focus on taking your joints through their full range of motion. Dress in comfortable clothes.

Thursday, November 17: Nervous-System Regulation
Integrative Yoga Health Coach Ivette Desai hosts this program on learning how to manage stress and anxiety using nervous system regulation tools such as rhythmic breathing and meditation.

For more than 100 years Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Y has been the leading community organization serving thousands of people, with its focus on Healthy Living, Youth Development, and Social Responsibility. For more information on Lakeland Hills Family YMCA please visit their website by clicking here or email Kelly Horvath at kellyh@lhymca.com. No one serves the community as powerfully as the Y does every day.

Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is located at 100 Fanny Road, Mountain Lakes.

Market Street Mission Hosts 32nd Annual Coat Giveaway

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Oct 29, 2022

MORRIS COUNTY — As the weather begins to get colder, the Market Street Mission in Morristown is preparing for its 32nd annual Coat Giveaway event. On Saturday, November 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. they will be handing out free winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves on the Morristown Green.

Men’s, women’s, and children’s coats will be available, and anyone in need of winter gear is free to join us.

As they lead up to the giveaway, they are collecting new and gently used winter coats, as well as hats, gloves, and scarves, from now through the end of October. Winter gear can be dropped off at our thrift store at 25 George Street, Morristown. Donation hours are Monday to Saturday (except Wednesdays) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Our Coat Giveaway is a great opportunity for community outreach, and are expected to serve hundreds of people on Saturday, November 5. They are grateful to everyone who donates and participates to make sure families have what they need to stay warm this winter!

For more information on our coat collection and giveaway event, please visit their website by clicking here.

The Market Street Mission and its Jersey Shore Rescue Mission location are an experienced organization with a proven method of helping to fight alcoholism, substance abuse, hunger, and homelessness in northern and central New Jersey. As a private non-profit we rely on the charitable support of compassionate donors to provide more than 110,000 meals and 30,000 nights of shelter per year. For more information on our emergency services, free addiction recovery program, community counseling services, and thrift stores please visit by clicking here.

Nest Chiropractic Donated to Parsippany Police on First Responders Day

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Oct 29, 2022

nest-donation — Sergeant Brian J. Conover, Dr. Dan Roses and Police Officer Remo D’Alessandro, Support Services Division

PARSIPPANY — Nest Chiropractic donated bagels to the Parsippany Police Department in honor of National First Responders Day.

National First Responders Day on October 28 recognizes the heroic men and women who make it their business to take immediate action when disaster strikes.

Dr. Dan is originally from West Orange. He earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, Georgia. Prior to that, he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from The Catholic University of America. Dr. Dan is proficient in multiple chiropractic techniques including Diversified, cox flexion-distraction, activator Sacro-occipital technique, and Gonstead as well as being Webster certified. He comes from a family of chiropractors – his father, two aunts, an uncle, and a cousin are all currently in practice. When he is not helping others achieve their optimum health through chiropractic, he is an avid sports enthusiast and faithfully follows the Yankees and Giants.

Nest Chiropractic is located at 341 Smith Road, Parsippany. The Nest Chiropractic is a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 1

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Oct 28, 2022

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 1.

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 prior to the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.

Click here to download the 2022 agenda schedule.

Mayor and Council

Mayor James R Barberio
Council President Michael J. dePierro
Council Vice-President Loretta Gragnani
Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
Councilman Frank Neglia
Councilman Justin Musella

Blood Drive to be held at Parsippany PAL

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Oct 28, 2022

Musella-blood — Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Justin Musella at the PAL blood drive. File photo

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany PAL Community Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Parsippany PAL is located at 33 Baldwin Road.

To schedule an appointment click here.

Save the date for the next Parsippany blood drives: Tuesday, December 20, and Tuesday, January 3.

Whole blood donors are eligible to give every 56 days/8 weeks
Double Red Cell donors are eligible to give every 112 days/16 weeks

Township of Parsippany Annual Rabies Immunization Clinic for Dogs and Cats

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Oct 28, 2022

parsippany focus — Annual Rabies Immunization Clinic

PARSIPPANY — Immunization Clinic for Dogs and Cats will be held on Saturday, November 12, at the Office of Emergency building, at the Recycling Center, 1 Pumphouse Road.

Dogs and Cats

No charge for dogs and cats (11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
Dogs must be restrained on a leash and accompanied by an adult
Cats must be restrained in carriers or similar carrying devices

Any questions please call the health department at (973) 263-7160.

Letter to the Editor: I am supporting Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise

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Oct 28, 2022

Dear Editor:

I am supporting Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise for the Parsippany School Board. I am honestly disgusted by what the State Department of Education is doing with the health education curriculum. Under the title of health education, schools are required to teach:

. First-grade children (age 6), in explicit terms, the names and uses of male and female body parts.

. Second-grade children (age 7) gender identity means that boys can be girls and girls can be boys.

. Graphic illustrations of male and female body parts.

I support teaching our kids material that is controversial and thought-provoking. I just think that should be taught at the right age. I do not believe that kids as young as 6 and 7 years old can understand concepts like gender identity and gender fluidity. Their brains simply do not think in those terms.

From what I have seen and read, Alison Cogan, Kendra VonAchen, and Michelle Shappell are in support of the updated healthcare curriculum. They appear all too willing to acquiesce to the state mandates that are overreaching and sexualizing our kids.

The only candidates running for election to the Parsippany School Board that have spoken out against the sexualization of our children are Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise. I want someone who will fight for the fundamental right of parents and what the school district is teaching them. I know I will vote for Lines 1, 2, and 3 – Andy Choffo, Jack Raia, and Yvonne Ferise on November 8th.

Antoinette Bilotti

Letter to the Editor: Vote for Candidates 4, 5, 6

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Oct 28, 2022

Dear Editor:

Your School Board Election Vote for Candidates 4, 5, and 6 on the Ballot is Imperative

How important is it to vote in the November School Board Election? How important are students’ educational freedoms?

Elected School boards hold profound power over the direction of our schools and their students; what they don’t have the right to do is use that power to impose their personal beliefs on students and their families.

Yet this year it appears that is exactly what the School Board leadership, with support from political committees, is attempting to accomplish. Stifle dissent and unify the full Board around specific political ideologies.

Limiting students’ capacity to understand and meet the challenges of a diverse world through exposure to specific political ideologies is especially harmful and inconsistent with Parsippany’s community of different cultures, races, and faiths. Students represent their parents’ family’s history and a range of different social and ethnic backgrounds and beliefs.

To govern cultural diversity requires a diversity of thought and differing opinions, so it’s critical that the School Board reflect diversity in their governance.

If you believe in your child’s educational freedom instead of education dictated by political ideology; In letting teachers teach without bureaucracy, politics, culture wars, and personal political agendas, it is imperative on November 8th to vote for Cogan, Von Achen, and Shappell.

Vote Rows 4, 5, 6 on the Ballot.

Janice McCarthy

Bucco Bill Would Force NJMVC to Improve Customer Service

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Oct 28, 2022

MORRIS COUNTY — Help would be a phone call away for state residents who struggle to complete New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission transactions online under legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco and endorsed by the Senate Transportation Committee.

“In an effort to re-establish credibility with New Jersey drivers, MVC has transitioned many of its services to the internet,” said Bucco (R-25). “Unfortunately, many residents have found the process confusing and annoying.

“By requiring the commission to provide a call center where live representatives are standing by to help, this bill will alleviate much of the public’s frustrations,” the Senator added. “The hotline will ensure a higher level of customer service.”

The bipartisan bill, A-3663/S-1633 would require MVC’s call center to be available to the public on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at a minimum.

In addition, Bucco’s bill would require MVC to collect and publish online its quarterly performance reports, including information on the number of calls and wait times.

“MVC was roundly criticized for poor performance during the pandemic. Drivers felt abandoned and disrespected as long lines wrapped around facilities and agencies frequently closed for extensive sanitization and cleaning,” Bucco said. “With the creation of a responsive, effective phone center, this bill will help restore some of the public’s trust.”

Since introducing an online system for customers to make appointments for in-person services at motor vehicle agencies two years ago, MVC has expanded the site, adding options for getting licenses, registrations, and titles; and commercial driver’s license renewals. The commission now boasts that 80 percent of its motor vehicle services are available through its website.

Letter to the Editor: Misinformation and Lies in the Parsippany BOE Race

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Oct 27, 2022