County Counsel O’Mullan Retires After Four Decades of Service

Frank L. Cahill
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County Counsel O’Mullan Retires After Four Decades of Service

MORRIS COUNTY — Dan O’Mullan is retiring  after four decades of legal service to Morris County, including the past seven years as chief Morris County Counsel.

O’Mullan served for nearly 30 years as an assistant and special counsel appointed by the county freeholders. He was then named Acting County Counsel in 2008 and was appointed as the county’s permanent chief legal advisor in 2009.

He was honored with a special resolution by the freeholders on June 24, in the presence of his wife, Helen, and two sons, Michael and Matthew.
“Dan O’Mullan served with great dedication, intelligence and integrity, and with the best interests of Morris County in mind,’’ said the resolution read by Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo.

Before working for Morris County, O’Mullan was an attorney for the Federal Trade Commission, a Special Deputy Attorney General, and an Assistant Hudson County Prosecutor. The Fordham University Law School graduate was appointed an assistant Morris County Counsel in 1980.

O’Mullan, who also has long been a partner in the Cedar Knolls-based O’Mullan and Brady law firm, will be replaced by attorney John Napolitano, Randolph, who took the oath of office on Tuesday, June 30

 

Students named to Dean’s List at Grove City College

Frank L. Cahill
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Students named to Dean’s List at Grove City College
Lauren Schmitt
Lauren Schmitt

PARSIPPANY —  The following students were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2015 semester at Grove City College.

Students eligible for the Dean’s List have a GPA of 3.40 to 3.59; for the Dean’s List with Distinction a GPA of 3.60 to 3.84 and for the Dean’s List with High Distinction a GPA of 3.85 to 4.0.

Matthew Adamo was named to the Dean’s List. Matthew was a senior Computer Infmtn Systems major. Matthew is a 2011 graduate of Homeschooled and is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Elias Adamo (Cynthia) from Lake Hiawatha.

Daniel Greenfield was named to the Dean’s List with Distinction. Daniel was a junior Biochemistry major. Daniel is a 2012 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School and is the son of Mr. and Ms. Scott Greenfield (Kimberly) from Parsippany.

Lauren Schmitt was named to the Dean’s List with High Distinction. Lauren was a senior Music Education major. Lauren is a 2011 graduate of Parsippany Hills High School and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schmitt, Jr. (Marion) from Parsippany.

Morris County Jail receives perfect score; Nationally accredited 12th year in a row

Frank L. Cahill
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Morris County Jail receives perfect score; Nationally accredited 12th year in a row

The New Jersey Department of Corrections concluded their annual independent inspection of the Morris County Correctional Facility this week and again, the Correctional Facility received a perfect score of 100%.

This came just after the American Correctional Association (ACA) gave the correctional facility a score of 98.6%, making this the twelfth year in a row the correctional facility was nationally accredited.

The review was conducted by three out-of-state independent correctional professionals.

This accreditation is one of prestige as only 160 jails of the over 3,000 in the United States have ever accomplished this feat. These two national accreditations finish up the three essential national assessments, earning the Morris County Sheriff’s Office the Triple Crown Award for the 11th year in a row.

The Triple Crown Award’s distinction have only been earned by 36 of the 3,083 Sheriff’s Offices nationwide.  This also comes on the heels of just having received reaccreditation from The National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) with a perfect score of 100% for all essential standards and a 94% in the non essential standards.

Sheriff Edward Rochford would like to congratulate the men and women of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Corrections for their continued outstanding work.

Three car accident sends one driver to hospital

Frank L. Cahill
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Three car accident sends one driver to hospital

PARSIPPANY — Mr. Anthony Tuorto, 46, was traveling south on Route 53 near the Brooklawn Drive intersection, and was stopped in traffic.  Ms. Samantha Vanghan, 44, was traveling behind Mr. Tuorto and was stopped in traffic, when Mr. Patrick Hentze, 26, hit her vehicle from behind pushing her vehicle into Mr. Tuorto’s vehicle. This accident occurred on Tuesday, June 30 at approximately 8:30 a.m.

Mr. Tuorto was driving a 2011 Subaru Impreza, and was the vehicle was driven away from the scene.

Ms. Vanghan was driving a 2013 Audi A5, and the vehicle was towed from the scene by Powder Mill Towing.

Mr. Patrick Hentze was driving a 2008 Toyota Pick Up, and the vehicle was towed from the scene by Powder Mill Towing.

Mrs. Vanghan was transported to St. Clare’s Hospital by Parsippany Emergency Medical Services.

Patrolman Dave Cavilere investigated the accident.

At the time of this article, there were no summons issued.

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The 2008 Toyota Pick Up was towed from the scene by Powdermill Towing
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The 2013 Audi A5 was towed from the scene
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The driver was transported to St. Clare’s Hospital

Par-Troy All Stars Win District 1 Title Championship

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Par-Troy All Stars Win District 1 Title Championship

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Par Troy East Seniors All Stars 2015 defeats Dover 5-0 to win the District 1 Title.


Nicole Ruggiero went 2-3, helping PTE to a 5-0 victory and the district crown over Dover on Tuesday at Gallo Field. She singled in the second inning and doubled in the seventh inning. Caitlin Brennan struck out 11 hitters en route to the victory. Ruiz took the loss for Dover. She pitched seven innings, walked six, struck out seven, and allowed five runs.

PTE never trailed after Ruggiero’s single in the 2nd. Alivia Mercuro had a big two out RBI single later in the game to seal the win. Caitlin Brennan received a lot of defensive support from her team. Only 1 error from the defensive helped her preserve back to back shutouts. Next up for Par Troy East will be Triboro Little League for the Section 1 championship.

Games will be on Gallo Field at the Par Troy East Complex on Monday, July 6, Tuesday, July 7 and Wednesday, July 8 at 5:30. It winner will be best of 3.

Goddard School holds graduation for Pre-Kindergarten Class of 2015

Frank L. Cahill
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Goddard School holds graduation for Pre-Kindergarten Class of 2015

PARSIPPANY — The Goddard School, 311 Smith Road, held graduation for Pre-Kindergarten Class of 2015 on Friday, June 26.

The following students received their diploma during the ceremony: Damian Barone, Emma Bray, Kayla Cangelosi, Caleb Furmanek, Siya Gaware, Samuel Hader, Dhruv Harsh, Miles Herbig, Advik Kamath, Ethan Leung, Matthew Liau, Jessie Liu, Mahrosh Mannan, Adem Misirlioglu, Shonali Murthy, Shaan Naidu, Aabha Paranjpe, Maya Parikh, Roy Poikayil, Sushanth Vodlakonda, Avika Sharma, Pranav Sharma, Alexandra Stella and Tyler Truesdale.

Ten Parsippany Residents Graduate The College of New Jersey

Frank L. Cahill
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Ten Parsippany Residents Graduate The College of New Jersey

PARSIPPANY — The following students participated in the 2015 Commencement Ceremonies at The College of New Jersey on Thursday, May 21 and Friday, May 22.

Christopher Frey, Kirpa Chohan, Frank Caccavale, Byron Kou, Elizabeth Dinsmore, Paul Flores, Disha Patel, William Westerman, Alissa Velazquez and Willian Hua are all graduates of the Class of 2015.

Your predictions: Who’s headed to Drumthwacket if Christie wins the White House?

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Your predictions: Who’s headed to Drumthwacket if Christie wins the White House?

PRINCETON — We know Gov. Chris Christie wants to occupy the White House as the country’s next president, but who’s headed to the governor’s mansion in Princeton? Drumthwacket, the official residence of the New Jersey governor since 1981, is located on Stockton Street near the Battle of Princeton site. Built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden,…

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Seeking Information Regarding a Vehicle Believed to be Involved In a Possible Hit and Run

Frank L. Cahill
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Seeking Information Regarding a Vehicle Believed to be Involved In a Possible Hit and Run

MADISON — The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and the Madison Police Department are seeking information from the public concerning a possible hit and run that occurred in Madison.

On Saturday, June 20, at approximately 9:45 p.m, a 53 year old male was found to be critically injured in the area of Main Street and Prospect.

Law enforcement believes that the male’s injuries are the result of a possible hit and run. The investigation has led to information involving a vehicle leaving the scene of this incident and traveling east on Main Street towards Chatham.

The vehicle in question is believed to be a 2013-2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. Damage may be minimal and possibly concentrated to the front part of the vehicle.

The following is the surveillance photograph of the vehicle:

2013-2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
2013-2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport

The Madison Police Department and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying this vehicle, as well as speaking with anyone with information regarding this incident and/or the circumstances leading to this male’s injuries.

Any person with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Madison Police Department at (973) 593-3000, the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200, or the Morris County Sheriff’s CrimeStoppers at (973) 267-2255. All calls will be kept confidential.

Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks

Frank L. Cahill
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Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks

PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will host the annual “Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks” on Saturday, July 4. Rain date Sunday, July 5. Come out and enjoy an evening of music by “The Trip” and fireworks at Parsippany Hills High School, 20 Rita Drive.

The concert starts a 7:00 p.m. and fireworks start at dusk. Read Parsippany Focus in case of inclement weather.

Some reminders from Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department:

Alcoholic beverages, pets, fireworks, smoking and bicycles are strictly prohibited at the event. Those individuals found in possession of prohibited property will be ejected from the event and possibly receive a summons.

Security Checkpoints will be located at all entrances to the event.

All bags, coolers and packages brought to the event will be subject to inspection by law enforcement.

  • All traffic exiting the event by way of Rita Drive will be directed to Littleton Road. (Route 202) north bound.
  • All traffic exiting the event from Brooklawn Drive to Littleton Road. (Route 202) will be directed onto Littleton Road. (Route 202) south bound.
  • Fieldcrest Road is closed to all through traffic from Atlantic Drive to Littleton Road in both directions from 9:45 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
  • Littleton Road (Route 202) will be closed to all through traffic from Halsey Road to Park Road in both directions from 9:45 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
  • Due to the heavy volume of traffic, any vehicles found parked in a normally prohibited area or in a marked emergency prohibited parking zone will be subject to summons and possibly towed and impounded. There will be no parking permitted on Brooklawn Drive or Rita Drive.
  • Additional parking will be permitted at Littleton School as well as Brooklawn Middle School. Shuttle buses will NOT be provided.
  • Handicapped parking will be made available on a first come/first serve basis at the Glencove Road entrance to the school. Golf cart service will also be made available from this area for individuals with disabilities.

The fireworks display will begin at dark.

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