Playoff Bound PAL Redhawks A Level end regular season with a surprise

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Playoff Bound PAL Redhawks A Level end regular season with a surprise

PARSIPPANY — The A Level Team (8th grade) of PAL’s Redhawk Football program ended their regular season with a special surprise from coaches Anthony Pizzuta and Steve Miller (who also assist the PHS Varsity High School team).  

The coaches brought a box of Junior Varsity Jersey’s to the PAL team for their final regular season match-up away versus the Springfield Bulldogs.   

The players were thrilled to swap their black PAL jerseys for the PHS colors. PHS Head Coach Jason Hurta (who’s son Jared plays on the 8th grade team) commented the Jersey’s looked pretty good against the black pants.  

The excitement translated into a big win for the Redhawks who beat the rival Bulldogs handily 28-16.

Coach Pizzuta thought this would make a great tradition for the 8th graders to wear PHS colors in their last game before “graduating” to the freshman level.

The A Level Redhawks season isn’t over as they will enter the playoffs this weekend against Cranford at home at Smith Field 2:30 p.m. The 5th grade D Level Team (undefeated) will also face Millburn at 12:30 p.m. at Smith Field as well, while the 6th Grade C Level Team will face Springfield at 10:30 a.m. in Springfield at Jonathan Dayton High School.  Come cheer on the Junior Redhawk Teams!

Redhawk A Level huddles as they lead at halftime
Redhawk A Level huddles as they lead at halftime

Photo credit Marni Deuer

Parsippany Rotary seeking nominations for Distinguished Service Awards

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Parsippany Rotary seeking nominations for Distinguished Service Awards

PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Rotary is seeking nominations for its 2015 Distinguished Service Awards. This year’s awards will be presented at an awards dinner in February 2016 to those people who either live or work in Parsippany and strive to make our community a better place.

The Parsippany Rotary is part of an international organization of business persons dedicated to peace through humanitarian efforts and community involvement.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Rotary would like your help in nominations in the following categories:

Outstanding Citizen of the Year…This award is presented annually to a person who has exhibited the highest level of service to the community, be it one single achievement or a series of achievements.

Outstanding Young Person (under age 35)… Presented to a young person who has exhibited a high level of service and dedication to the Township.

Outstanding High School Student…This award is presented to a high school student who lives in Parsippany who has shown exceptional involvement in the Community through extra curricular activities and non-school participation in organizations working to better our community.

Outstanding Educator…Presented to an educator whose efforts have enhanced and bettered the educational system in the Parsippany Schools.

Outstanding Law Enforcement Person…Given to the law enforcement person who has performed his/her job “above and beyond” the call of duty. It need not be a “heroic” act, but one that has contributed to the betterment of law enforcement in town.

Outstanding Public Service Person…This category is designed to honor other than law enforcement personnel, such as firemen, first aid squad personnel, doctors, nurses, etc. or any other public service person.

Outstanding Business Person… Presented to the local businessperson who has contributed to the community through his or her business and as a citizen of the Township.

Dean Gallo Memorial Vocational Award… This award is designed to honor an individual who, in the course of his/her occupation has provided outstanding service to the community.

If there is someone you would like to nominate, please click here for the nomination form and return it by December 11, 2015. Please attach any supporting documents and/or information which will help the committee make it’s selection. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call (973) 495-2230 for more information.

 

Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $667K sold in Morris Plains

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Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $667K sold in Morris Plains

A Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth more than $667,000 was sold for Saturday night’s drawing. The lucky winner bought his or her ticket at Gene’s Market & Deli II on Speedwell Avenue in Morris Plains, state lottery officials said Monday. The winning numbers for the $667,734 jackpot were 6, 10, 18, 25 and 40. Four straight…

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Divided Republicans sweep 3 council seats in Parsippany

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Divided Republicans sweep 3 council seats in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY — Republicans won the three available seats on the Parsippany council in Tuesday’s general election, ensuring they will continue both their dominance and their bitter in-fighting on the five-member panel. Incumbent Paul Carifi Jr. led all vote getters in Morris County’s largest municipality, with his longtime Republican nemesis, Michael dePierro, finishing second. Newcomer Loretta Gragani,…

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Parsippany Township Council Winners Announced

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Parsippany Township Council Winners Announced

PARSIPPANY — The unofficial results are in. Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., came in first place with 2,687 votes; Councilman Michael dePierro 2,594 and Newcomer Loretta Gragnani with 2,524.

“I want to thank all my supporters who entrusted me to continue my work into building a stronger and more accountable Parsippany. I have always listened to the people of Parsippany, I work for them and not special interests groups and I believe the residents of our town know that. I will continue to do my due diligence with all matters involving our town and to look for ways to save our tax payers money while keeping a watchful eye on Mayor Barberio during his last two years in office,” said Council President Paul Carifi, Jr.

When officical results are available we will update this article.

Nick Kumburis Democrat  1987
Janice McCarthy Democrat  2334
Greg Elbin Democrat  1974
Paul Carifi, Jr. Republican  2687
Michael dePierro Republican  2594
Loreta Gragnani Republican  2524

Morris County Clerk emails prominent County Republicans that sample Election Ballots were lost in mail

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Morris County Clerk emails prominent County Republicans that sample Election Ballots were lost in mail

MORRIS COUNTY — Today is Election Day. Did you get your sample ballot? Apparently residents in Morris Plains and Florham Park did not receive their sample ballots.

Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi in an unofficial email, stated the “sample ballots were delivered to the Post Office on October 28, as required by law.”

Parsippany Focus has received several emails regarding residents in Morris Plains and Florham Park not receiving their ballots. Approximately 5,000 homes located in Parsippany-Troy Hills receives their mail through Morris Plains Post Office.

We reached out to some Parsippany residents with a Morris Plains mailing address and all have confirmed they received their sample ballots. If you live in Parsippany and did not receive your sample ballot, please email news@parsippanyfocus.com.

Ms. Grossi, via her personal email account emailed approximately 50 County Republicans, and no Democrat officials, that “The Postal Inspector has been advised and is conducting a full investigation to determine where the sample ballots are and why they were not delivered by the post office facilities to the local post office(s).”

At 8:58 am this morning Grossi sent another email out to elected officials and other prominent Republicans

“Good morning everyone. The only towns who did not receive sample ballots are Morris Plains and Florham Park. I responded specifically to Morris Plains concern because they contacted me. Please do not pass this on unless your town was specifically impacted. I do not want to cause wide spread panic or the dissemination of incorrect information.  Thank you.” 

If you did not receive your sample ballot, click here to view for the sample ballot for Parsippany-Troy Hills. Other municipality sample ballots are available on the Morris County Clerk’s website, by clicking here.

Remember polls are open until 8:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Get out and vote! Polls open until 8:00 p.m.

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Get out and vote! Polls open until 8:00 p.m.

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Focus asked our local Township Council candidates questions for the election to be held today, Tuesday, November 3.

The democratic ticket consists of Janice McCarthy, Nick Kumburis and Greg Elbin.

On the Republican ticket are Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., Councilman Michael J. dePierro and newcomer Loretta Gragnani.

Candidates will vie for three seats starting on January 1, 2016.

Councilman Brian Stanton is not running for re-election, but Council President Paul Carfi, Jr., and Councilman Michael dePierro is running for re-election.

Also, the Puddingstone Heights Community hosted a candidates night on Tuesday, October 27. Click here to read story and view video.

Each candidate was asked the same questions, and their replies are printed verbatim. (Note: Incumbents are listed first, then candidates in alphabetical order)

Republican Council Candidate: Paul Carifi, Jr.

Republican Council Candidate: Michael dePierro

Democrat Council Candidate: Greg Elbin

Republican Council Candidate: Loretta Ann Gragnani

Democrat Council Candidate: Nicholas Kumburis

Democrat Council Candidate: Janice McCarthy

Remember to vote today. Polls are opened at 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you are not sure where to vote, you can click here, or you can call Morris County Board of Elections at (973) 285-8350.

Parsippany Focus will be publishing live updates of the results on Election night, starting at 8:00 p.m.

If you have questions on voting, click here to download “Morris County Voters Guide.”

Where to vote in Parsippany:

Ward District Location
00 01 Public Safety Training Academy
500 West Hanover Avenue, Morris Plains
Classroom 141
GPS: 40.835486, -74.519031
00 02 Fire House – Powder Mill
60 South Powder Mill Road
Squad Room
GPS: 40.857957, -74.490975
00 03 Intervale School
60 Pitt Road
Gym
GPS: 40.8816981, -74.4225234
00 04 Craftsman Farm Education Building
2352 Route 10
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.909169, -74.428057
00 05 Mt. Tabor Fire House – Simpson
30 Simpson Avenue, Mt. Tabor
Engine Room
GPS: 40.871525, -74.421959
00 06 Littleton School
51 Brooklawn Drive, Morris Plains
Gym
GPS: 40.8551618, -74.4520948
00 07 St. Christopher’s School
1050 Littleton Road
All Purpose Room
GPS: 40.861854, -74.452193
00 08 Intervale School
60 Pitt Road
Gym
GPS: 40.8816981, -74.4225234
00 09 Littleton School
51 Brooklawn Drive, Morris Plains
Gym
GPS: 40.8551618, -74.4520948
00 10 Lake Parsippany Fire House
255 Halsey Rd-Rear Entrance
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.852891, -74.445408
00 11 Brooklawn School
250 Beachwood Road
Girls Aux Gym Room
GPS: 40.8586795, -74.4496543
00 12 Lake Parsippany Fire House
255 Halsey Rd-Rear Entrance
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.852891, -74.445408
00 13 Brooklawn School
250 Beachwood Road
Girls Aux Gym Room
GPS: 40.8586795, -74.4496543
00 14 Parsippany Police Department
3339 Route 46 East
Community Meeting Room
GPS: 40.8728673, -74.4300191
00 15 Board of Education Building
292 Parsippany Road
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.856007, -74.426213
00 16 Board of Education Building
292 Parsippany Road
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.856007, -74.426213
00 17 Eastlake School
40 Eba Road
Gym
GPS: 40.8634539, -74.4300744
00 18 Intervale School
60 Pitt Road
Gym
GPS: 40.8816981, -74.4225234
00 19 Parsippany Police Department
3339 Route 46 East
Community Meeting Room
GPS: 40.8728673, -74.4300191
00 20 St. Ann’s Church
781 Smith Road
Hospitality Room
GPS: 40.8478867, -74.4070399
00 21 Northvail School
10 Eileen Court
Gym
GPS: 40.8716925, -74.3985828
00 22 Central Middle School
1620 Route 46 West
Old Gym
GPS: 40.8644141, -74.4021748
00 23 Central Middle School
1620 Route 46 West
Old Gym
GPS: 40.8644141, -74.4021748
00 24 Troy Hills School
509 S. Beverwyck Road
Gym
GPS: 40.851136, -74.3936021
00 25 Rockaway Meadow School
160 Edwards Road
Gym
GPS: 40.86682, -74.369877
00 26 Rockaway Neck Fire House
180 Old Bloomfield Avenue
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.860174, -74.353704
00 27 Troy Hills School
509 S. Beverwyck Road
Gym
GPS: 40.851136, -74.3936021
00 28 Northvail School
10 Eileen Court
Gym
GPS: 40.8716925, -74.3985828
00 29 Knollwood School
445 Knoll Drive, Lake Hiawatha
Gym
GPS: 40.887046, -74.3958604
00 30 Lake Hiawatha School
1 Lincoln Avenue, Lake Hiawatha
Gym
GPS: 40.8761403, -74.3859649
00 31 Lake Hiawatha School
1 Lincoln Avenue, Lake Hiawatha
Gym
GPS: 40.8761403, -74.3859649
00 32 Community Center
1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha
Meeting Room B
GPS: 40.8791694, -74.3947915
00 33 Lake Hiawatha Library
68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha
Lower Level Meeting Room
GPS: 40.881804, -74.381025
00 34 Lake Hiawatha Library
68 Nokomis Avenue, Lake Hiawatha
Lower Level Meeting Room
GPS: 40.881804, -74.381025
00 35 Rockaway Meadow School
160 Edwards Road
Gym
GPS: 40.86682, -74.369877
00 36 Rockaway Meadow School
160 Edwards Road
Gym
GPS: 40.86682, -74.369877
00 37 St. Christopher’s School
1050 Littleton Road
All Purpose Room
GPS: 40.861854, -74.452193
00 38 Lake Hiawatha School
1 Lincoln Avenue, Lake Hiawatha
Gym
GPS: 40.8761403, -74.3859649
00 39 Craftsman Farm Education Building
2352 Route 10
Meeting Room
GPS: 40.909169, -74.428057

 

Parsippany residents recognized for years of service at FDU

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Parsippany residents recognized for years of service at FDU

MADISON — Fairleigh Dickinson University congratulates those staff and faculty members who have reached a special anniversary in their years at FDU. Their awards were presented at a luncheon on October 28 at the Florham Campus.

Ralph Knapp of Parsippany was recognized for 25 years of service. Knapp is the director of Computing Services at the Florham Campus.

Ralph Knapp pictured with Sheldon Drucker, president of Fairleigh Dickinson University
Ralph Knapp pictured with Sheldon Drucker, president of Fairleigh Dickinson University

Camilla Coniglio of Lake Hiawatha was recognized for 15 years of service. Coniglio is an administrative assistant at the Becton College Department of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Science.

Camilla Coniglio pictured with Sheldon Drucker, president of Fairleigh Dickinson University
Camilla Coniglio pictured with Sheldon Drucker, president of Fairleigh Dickinson University

Kristen Mattson of Morris Plains was recognized for 10 years of service. Mattson is a student loan and accounts receivable specialist at Student Loans.

Kristen Mattson pictured with Sheldon Drucker, president of Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Kristen Mattson pictured with Sheldon Drucker, president of Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Elizabeth Dikovics of Parsippany was recognized for 15 years of service. Dikovics is a special assistant to the vice president of Enrollment Management.

About Fairleigh Dickinson University
Founded in 1942, FDU has grown into the largest private university in New Jersey, and a center of academic excellence dedicated to the preparation of world citizens through global education. Today, FDU offers over 100 degree programs at the associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctor’s levels. More than 12,000 students from 32 states and 72 countries are enrolled on the University’s two campuses in northern New Jersey, as well as its international campuses in Wroxton, England and in Vancouver, Canada. The University strives to provide students with the multi-disciplinary, intercultural, and ethical understandings necessary to participate, lead, and prosper in the global marketplace of ideas, commerce and culture.

Zinburger is Adding Some Spice and Kick to Shakes and Floats

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Zinburger is Adding Some Spice and Kick to Shakes and Floats
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Spiked Stache Root Beer Float

PARSIPPANY — Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar is offering a Pumpkin Stache Shake and a Spiked Stache Root Beer Float as part of No Shave November, a month where men raise awareness of men’s health issues by growing a mustache during the month of November.

Zinburger Wine & Burger Bar recently opened at 1900 Route 10, at the corner of Littleton Road. Zinburger is open Sunday to Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

The Pumpkin Stache Shake ($6.00) combines Vanilla Bean ice cream blended with house-made pumpkin pie filling, topped with whipped cream and pumpkin brittle and served with a mustache straw.

The Spiked Stache Float ($9.00) is made with Vanilla Bean ice cream and hard root beer and served with a mustache straw. Must be 21 years or older to purchase.

For every Pumpkin Stache Shake or Spiked Stache Float sold, Zinburger will donate $1.00 to the ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer, a national nonprofit organization with the mission to end prostate cancer. Additionally, guests can donate $1.00 to add a Stache straw to any shake or float.

The Pumpkin Stache Shake and Spiked Stache Float are available at all 11 Zinburger east coast locations. Not available in Arizona.

Since opening the East Coast’s first Zinburger in Clifton nearly five years ago to much fanfare, stellar reviews and packed crowds, Zinburger has developed an almost fanatical customer following who enjoy made-to-order gourmet burgers, hand-dipped shakes and floats, decadent pies and 23 wine varieties.

For more information, click here  or visit their Facebook page.

About ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer
ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer is a national nonprofit organization with the mission to end prostate cancer. They lead the fight to end the disease by advancing research, encouraging action, and providing education and support to men and their families. Their premier programs include the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk, the largest men’s health event series in America. They are a 501c3 charity recognized with four stars by Charity Navigator, a Better Business Bureau member, and 97 cents of every dollar donated goes to research and programs.

Michael Bolton: Greatest Hits with Holiday Favorites

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Michael Bolton: Greatest Hits with Holiday Favorites

MORRISTOWN — Popular vocalist Michael Bolton returns to Mayo Performing Arts Center for a holiday concert on Monday, November 30 at 8:00 p.m. Michael Bolton: Greatest Hits and Holiday Favorites will feature a selection of some of Bolton’s best known hits (“How Am I Supposed to Live Without You,” “When a Man Loves a Woman”) as well as seasonal songs. Tickets are $60.00 to $100.00.

Michael Bolton is a multiple Grammy Award-winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist, who has sold more than 55 million records worldwide.  Bolton remains committed to humanitarian causes, especially through the Michael Bolton Charities, now in its 21st year.

In recognition of his artistic achievements, Michael won 2 Grammys for Best Pop Male Vocal Performance (nominated four times), 6 American Music Awards, and a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  As a songwriter, he has earned over 24 BMI & ASCAP Awards, including Songwriter of the Year, 9 Million-Air awards, and the Hitmakers Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Bolton has written with some of the greatest and most diverse talent of our time, including Bob Dylan, Paul Stanley, Lady Gaga, Diane Warren, Desmond Child, David Foster, Walter Afanasieff, and “Mutt” Lange. Bolton’s songs have been recorded by the likes of KISS, Marc Anthony, Barbra Streisand, Cher, Kanye West and Jay Z.

Michael’s songs and performances have been featured in numerous television and film soundtracks, including the Oscar-nominated theme song “Go the Distance” from Walt Disney’s blockbuster animated film Hercules and the forthcoming Russell Crowe film Fathers & Daughters.

Continuing to tour the world each year, Michael has performed with legacies such as Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Jose Carreras, Renee Fleming and BB King.

Recently, Michael became a viral sensation in The Lonely Island’s Emmy nominated video, “Captain Jack Sparrow” that launched on Saturday Night Live and has racked up nearly 140 million views on YouTube. Bolton has continued his comedic appearances in several episodes of CBS’s hit series Two and a half Men as well as the hit Fox network show Glee, HBO’s hit series Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, and ABC’s brand new series Repeat After Me, executive produced by Ellen Degeneres. He has also featured in TV campaigns for Honda, Starburst and Optimum and has ongoing campaigns with American Greetings.

Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey. The 2015-2016 season is made possible, in part, by a grant the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as support received from the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, F.M. Kirby Foundation and numerous corporations, foundations and individuals. The Mayo Performing Arts Center has been designated a Major Presenting Organization by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

Mayo Performing Arts Center is located 100 South Street, Morristown.

For tickets call (973) 539-8008 or click here for additional information.

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