Parsippany Residents Named To Dean’s List at University of the Sciences

Frank L. Cahill
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Parsippany Residents Named To Dean’s List at University of the Sciences
Sakhi Patel
Sakhi Patel

PARSIPPANY —  The following Parsippany-Troy Hills residents have been named to the spring 2015 Dean’s List at University of the Sciences. Selection for this award is based on completing and passing all assigned courses with no grade below a “C” and attaining an academic average of at least 3.4 for courses taken in the spring of 2015.

Sakhi Patel, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a biology student.

Ruchi Trambadia, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is currently a biology student.

Maria Jacob of Parsippany is a biomedical sciences student.

Raj Patel, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a biomedical sciences student.

Jay Patel
Jay Patel

Shivani Ramolia, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a biomedical sciences student.

Anisha Shah, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a doctor of pharmacy student.

Jay Patel, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is currently is a biology student.

Jinal Patel, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a doctor of physical therapy student.

Amanda Ferrise, a graduate of Parsippany High School, is a doctor of occupational therapy student.

Daniel Fichter, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a doctor of occupational therapy student.

Sapan Patel of Parsippany is a doctor of pharmacy student.

Dwipi Patel, a graduate of Parsippany High School, is a doctor of pharmacy student.

Alisha Shah, a graduate of Parsippany High School, is a doctor of physical therapy student.

Shriya Shah, a graduate of Parsippany Hills High School, is a doctor of physical therapy student.

University of the Sciences has prepared students to be leaders and practitioners in the healthcare and science fields for nearly 200 years. Key to our distinctive education is a tradition of hands-on research and experiential learning that is evident in every graduate who has walked its campus. Since its founding in 1821 as Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, the first college of pharmacy in North America, USciences has grown to more than 30 degree-granting programs from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees in the health sciences, bench sciences, and healthcare business and policy fields. Discover how USciences students are proven everywhere they go at usciences.edu.

34th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic Fundraiser Was a Huge Success

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34th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic Fundraiser Was a Huge Success

PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany Troy Hills (WCPTH) held its 34th Annual Tee off for Education Golf Classic at the Knoll West Country Club on July 14.

The Golf Classic is the primary fundraiser for the club’s educational programs and scholarships. Last year the club awarded nine scholarships to graduating Parsippany area High School seniors and awarded a scholarship in the continuing education program for a woman from the Jersey Battered Women’s Services. The club also participated in several elementary and middle school educational programs.

Seventy-eight golfers, including Parsippany Councilman Michael dePierro enjoyed the day. Two golfers, Dean Gannett and Rich Gannon, won the putting green contest, each having a hole in one in the contest. Club President, Marilyn Marion thought this was a first for the Golf Classic. There were also 40 non-golfers, many from St. Ann’s Church and area Women’s Clubs, who supported the fundraiser.

While the golfers were out on the course, there were several bridge, dominos and pokingo games being played. After the golf and games were finished, everyone was able to consider bidding on the vast Tricky Tray selection which included Yankee tickets, baskets of cheer, theater tickets, Vera Bradley hand bags, signed Jets football, gift cards to local restaurants and much more.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio was able to join everyone for the buffet lunch.

The Woman’s Club of Parsippany Troy Hills wishes to thank all of the area businesses who donated money, prizes and more. Their continued support of this annual event helps to make it a success. Next year the 35th Annual Tee Off for Education Golf Classic will be held on Tuesday, July 12.

The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs of GFWC (NJSFWC), which is the largest volunteer women’s service organization in the state, providing opportunities for education, leadership training, and community service. The next General Meeting which is open to area women will be on Monday, September 28. For more information call Cathy at (973) 984-0758, e-mail the club at womansclubofpth@gmail.com or visit the club on the web, by clicking here.

Filing deadline for Board of Education Candidates is July 27

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Filing deadline for Board of Education Candidates is July 27

PARSIPPANY — The president of the New Jersey School Boards Association is urging citizens with a sincere interest in the education of Parsippany’s children to consider serving on the school board. The filing deadline for candidacy is 4 p.m., Monday, July 27.

Interested citizens can find information about the responsibilities of school board membership, qualifications for office, nominating petitions, and candidacy timelines on the NJSBA website at www.njsba.org/candidacy.

“Local school boards have a direct impact on the education received by New Jersey’s schoolchildren,” said Donald Webster, Jr., NJSBA president. “The board of education sets the goals and policies that represent the community’s aspirations for its public schools. The board selects the district’s superintendent and acts on his or her personnel recommendations. It negotiates collective bargaining agreements with teachers and other employees. And it makes critical decisions affecting curriculum, budgeting and facilities.

“Local school board membership is an unpaid and challenging public service, but it is also a rewarding public service that has a direct impact on the lives of our children and the quality of life in our communities,” he continued.

For their names to be placed on the November 3, 2015 election ballot, citizens seeking school board office must file a nominating petition at the Office of the County Clerk by the 4 p.m., July 27 deadline. A nominating petition must be signed by at least 10 registered voters within the school district.

Three seats are up for grabs this year. Fran Orthwein, Judy Mayer, and Michael Pietrowicz’ terms expire at the end of the year.

Yee-haw! Roy Rogers fans camp out before opening

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Yee-haw! Roy Rogers fans camp out before opening

FRANKLIN – Does absence make the heart grow fonder? For the hundreds that came to the opening of a new Roy Rogers in northern New Jersey, an area of the state where the fast food chain hasn’t had a presence in years, the answer is yes. People began coming at midnight, when a handful camped outside…

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Parsippany McDonald’s customer says she found ‘finger cot’ in food

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Parsippany McDonald’s customer says she found ‘finger cot’ in food

PARSIPPANY — Dawn King wasn’t exactly lovin’ it. The Lake Hiawatha resident said she was surprised Friday, after picking up lunch at the McDonald’s on Route 46 East in the Troy Hills Shopping, to find a so-called “finger cot” stuck to the bottom of her sandwich. And she was more surprised to see how much attention…

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Parsippany Town Council Regular Meeting 07/21/2015

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Parsippany Town Council Regular Meeting 07/21/2015

Acme puts bid to take over Denville A&P

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Acme puts bid to take over Denville A&P

DENVILLE — Parsippany Focus received dozens of emails regarding the A & P Food Store, 123-125 West Main Street, Denville.  Since this food market is so close to Rainbow Lakes and Mt. Tabor sections of Parsippany, residents were wondering what was happening to their local food store.

Our article on the Parsippany Pathmark did not make any mention of the Denville A & P. (click here to read article)

We apologize that we overlooked a major store that many residents shop at.

It was announced that Acme Supermarkets entered into an agreement to acquire 76 A&P stores, and Denville is part of that agreement.

Acme entered into an agreement to acquire stores in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania under the A&P, Superfresh and Pathmark banners.

The offer is subject to customary legal and bankruptcy court approvals, following A&P’s Chapter 11 filing on July 19, 2015, including the potential for higher bids to be submitted and anti-trust approval. A&P has asked the court for an order requiring other bidders to submit their bids by September 11, 2015, with an expectation that court approval for the sale of the stores would be received byOctober 15, 2015.

ACME Markets, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AB Acquisition LLC (Albertsons Companies), operates 107 stores across Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey. Since it was acquired by Albertsons in 2013, ACME Markets has improved the customer experience and store performance across the division, deploying its operational playbook to drive sales growth. The transaction, if completed, would expand the ACME Markets footprint in a strategic and vibrant market and build upon A&P’s rich history of delivering quality products and services in the neighborhoods they serve.

RBC Capital Markets is serving as exclusive financial advisor in connection with this transaction. Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP is serving as lead bankruptcy counsel. Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP is serving as outside legal counsel on antitrust matters. Greenberg Traurig, LLP is serving as outside legal counsel on real estate matters. Citigroup Global Markets Inc. and Bank of America Merrill Lynch provided committed financing in support of the acquisition.

About ACME Markets
ACME Markets Inc. began in 1891 when two friends, Samuel Robinson and Robert Crawford, opened a small neighborhood grocery store in South Philadelphia, emphasizing quality products, low prices, and friendly service. Over 124 years later, Acme remains dedicated to providing a high-quality grocery experience that our customers have come to expect.  Today, Acme operates 107 stores, including Sav-On Pharmacies at select locations, in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland, employing more than 11,000 associates. The company and its associates remain committed to the communities they serve.  For more information, visit www.acmemarkets.com.

About Albertsons
Albertsons is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with both a strong local presence and national scale. They operate stores across 33 states and the District of Columbia under 18 well-known banners including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market and Carrs.

Listing of the 76 stores include:

A&P (2007 State Route 35, Wall Township, NJ)
A&P (100 Triangle Center, Yorktown, NY)
A&P (137 Lake Street, Midland Park, NJ)
A&P (125 Franklin Turnpike, Mahwah, NJ)
A&P (1260 Springfield Avenue, New Providence, NJ)
A&P (610 Columbus Avenue, Thornwood, NY)
A&P (2160 Lemoine Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ)
A&P (520 Chestnut Ridge Road, Woodcliff Lake, NJ)
A&P (660 Mclean Avenue, Yonkers, NY)
A&P (3105 East Main Street, Mohegan Lake, NY)
A&P (123-125 Main Street, Denville, NJ)
A&P (125 18th Street, Jersey City, NJ)
A&P (45 Demercurio Drive, Allendale, NJ)
A&P (2005 Albany Post Road, Croton on Hudson, NY)
A&P (1511 Route 22, Brewster, NY)
A&P (801 Kenilworth Boulevard, Kenilworth NJ)
A&P (907D Oak Tree Road, South Plainfield, NJ)
A&P (5774 Berkshire Valley Road, Jefferson Township, NJ)
A&P (530 Route 515 Unit 1, Vernon, NJ)
A&P (1233 Nepperhan Avenue, Yonkers, NY)
A&P (507 Prospect Avenue, Little Silver, NJ)
A&P (614 Clinton Street, Hoboken, NJ)
A&P (Route 22 and Route 138, Golden Bridge, NY)
A&P (829 Route 82, Hopewell Junction, NY)
A&P (12-14 Cedar Street, Bronxville, NY)
A&P (510 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ)
A&P (1201 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT)
A&P (422 Old Post Road, Bedford, NY)
A&P (3 Village Center, Mahopac, NY)
A&P (1060 Raritan Road, Clark, NJ)
A&P (230 Saw Mill River Road, Millwood, NY)
A&P (5 Ortley Plaza, Ortley Beach, NJ)
A&P (455 Route 23, North Sussex, NJ)
A&P (261 South Ridge Street, Rye Brook, NY)
A&P (160 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT)
A&P (1886 Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor, NY)
A&P (152 Route 94, Blairstown, NJ)
A&P (1261 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT)
A&P (777 White Plains Road, Eastchester, NY)
A&P (199 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge, NJ)
A&P (103 Knollwood Road, Greenburgh, NY)
A&P (1366 East Main Street, Shrub Oak, NY)
A&P (55 Riverwalk Drive West New York, NJ)
A&P (23 Quaker Ridge Road, New Rochelle, NY)
A&P (Route 44 and North Avenue, Pleasant Valley, NY)
A&P (288 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT)
A&P (990 Shrewsbury Avenue, Tinton Falls, NJ)
A&P (3500 Route #9, Old Bridge, NJ)
A&P (75 Mayhill Street, Saddle Brook, NJ)
A&P (177 Washington Valley Road, Warrenville, NJ)
Pathmark (321 Stadium Plaza, Jersey City, NJ)
Pathmark (58 Broadway, Elmwood Park, NJ)
Pathmark (481 River Road, Edgewater, NJ)
Pathmark (2101-41 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA)
Pathmark (4100 Park Avenue, Weehawken, NJ)
Pathmark (80 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield, NJ)
Pathmark (281-295 Ferry Street, Newark, NJ)
Pathmark (5100 Wellington Avenue, Ventnor, NJ)
Pathmark (7700 Crittenden Street, Philadelphia, PA)
Pathmark (100 College Square, Newark, DE)
Pathmark (4365 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington , DE)
Pathmark (643 Conchester Highway, Boothwyn, PA)
Superfresh (180 West Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA)
Superfresh (9507 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD)
Superfresh (1305 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA)
Superfresh (609 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ)
Superfresh (800 2nd Street, Pike Richboro, PA)
Superfresh (1812 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE)
Superfresh (305 South Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA)
Superfresh (800 West Avenue, Ocean City, NJ)
Superfresh (1001 South Street, Philadelphia, PA)
Superfresh (18578 Coastal Highway Rehoboth, DE
Superfresh (2400 Delaware Avenue, Wildwood, NJ)
Superfresh (250 East Lancaster, Wynnewood, PA)
Superfresh (1025 Youngs Ford Road, Gladwyne, PA)
Superfresh (401 New London Road, Newark, DE)

Rare photos of Greystone Hospital surface

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Rare photos of Greystone Hospital surface

PARSIPPANY — With the demolition of the former historic Greystone Hospital nearly completed, Parsippany Focus has uncovered rare photos of the massive campus from the the Mennonite Church USA Archives.

All captions were handwritten on the back of each photo.  Although the photos are undated, automobiles are clearly visible in a few photos. Feel free to comment.

Frank Wright (left), Baltimore Md. & Melvin Unruh (right) Hutchinson, KA
Frank Wright (left), Baltimore Md. & Melvin Unruh (right) Hutchinson, KA

Greystone Hospital Mennonite Church USA Archives

Morning Mail, Paul Redcay, Elizabethtown, PA
Morning Mail, Paul Redcay, Elizabethtown, PA
Leon Shirk, Lancaster Co., Pa.
Leon Shirk, Lancaster Co., Pa.
Attendant in TB Bldg
Attendant in TB Bldg
Insulin shock, patient in coma
Insulin shock, patient in coma
Patient fitting jigsaw puzzle
Patient fitting jigsaw puzzle
Left - Clinic Bldg., Right - Reception Bldg.
Left – Clinic Bldg., Right – Reception Bldg.
dormitory building
dormitory building
Main Drive as seen from Main Building. Clinic, Employees' Cafeteria, and Reception on left. Morris Plains in background.
Main Drive as seen from Main Building. Clinic, Employees’ Cafeteria, and Reception on left. Morris Plains in background.
Clinic Building (left), Cafeteria & Reception (right)
Clinic Building (left), Cafeteria & Reception (right)
reception building
reception building
Main Building Dining Rooms for Men, Main Kitchen, Industrial Shops, Heating Plant, Fire House, etc. Dormitory Building in background
Main Building Dining Rooms for Men, Main Kitchen, Industrial Shops, Heating Plant, Fire House, etc. Dormitory Building in background
heating plant and laundry
heating plant and laundry
Main Building, New Jersey State Hospital, Greystone Park, N. J.
Main Building, New Jersey State Hospital, Greystone Park, N. J.
Seclusion wards of Main Building South
Seclusion wards of Main Building South
Main Building North
Main Building North
Main Building
Main Building
Tiers of Main Building South
Tiers of Main Building South
main building
main building
Tiers of Main Building North
Tiers of Main Building North
Dormitory Bldg. Yard
Dormitory Bldg. Yard
Patients on Lawn of TB Bldg
Patients on Lawn of TB Bldg

Steamy weather continues, but thunderstorms possible later

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Steamy weather continues, but thunderstorms possible later

The stretch of sweltering weather New Jersey has experienced since Sunday will be designated a heat wave later Tuesday as temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees for a third consecutive day. While it will still be hot, temperatures should be a touch cooler than Sunday and Monday — forecasters are calling for a high of…

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Luxury animal airport terminal to open at JFK next year

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Luxury animal airport terminal to open at JFK next year

A new luxury airport terminal for animals is set to open next year at John F. Kennedy International Airport, equipped with air-conditioned horse stalls and dog lounges. The terminal, called the ARK after Noah’s ship, will be 178,000 square feet and will cost almost $50 million to build. Along with grooming and training services for animals,…

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