PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Library presents “Afternoon of music performed by the MRB Jazz Project! Concert,” on Sunday, February 25 starting at 2:00 p.m.
The music will be performed at Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library, 449 Halsey Road.
Their repertoire encompasses music that virtually spans the past ninety years of American songwriting. MRB Jazz Project always weaves a diverse tapestry of music to appeal to a wide variety of musical tastes. The trio is comprised of Michael Pasqua on piano, Bruce Riccitelli on percussion and Gerry Babo on acoustic bass.
For additional information please call (973) 887-5150 ext. 213 or click here.
PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany welcomed new member Joe Plescia at a recent meeting. Club President Frank Cahill presented Mr. Plescia with his membership plaque and Club President-Elect Karen DeChristopher placed the official Kiwanis membership on Joe.
Joe is the Superintendent of Recreation for Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills.
Frank Cahill said “We welcome Mr. Plescia to this global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.”
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets every Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany click here.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers responded to a call of a person inside an abandoned home on Morris Avenue at 7:02 p.m. on Sunday, February 4. After arriving on scene Patrol Officers Jeffrey Williams, Arthur Ohlsen, Brian Keck, and Class II Special Officer Paul Christal made contact with Christina Miller, 50, Glen Lyon, PA.
After a brief investigation it was determined that a properly affixed notice of eviction was placed on the house from the Morris County Superior Court. Ms. Miller was charged with defiant trespass.
She was released on her own recognizance pending her court date.
Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officers Christopher Dottino and Jesse Hughes were patrolling the parking lot of Red Roof Inn, 855 Route 46, at 3:26 a.m. on Sunday, February 4, when they were advised by a passerby that fight was occurring on the other side of the building.
As they arrived on scene, a male identified as Stephen Laverty, 20, Morris Plains, immediately began to run away from the officers and initially failed to stop when told to do so. Mr. Laverty eventually stopped running and was detained by responding officers. While speaking to Mr. Laverty he began yelling while seated outside of the motel. He also shouted profanities at a passing pedestrian and officers.
He was subsequently arrested for disorderly conduct and transported to police headquarters. He was processed and charged with disorderly conduct.
He was released on his own recognizance pending his court date.
Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
RANDOLPH — County College of Morris (CCM) offers an easy-to-use online Faculty Speakers Bureau for civic organizations, nonprofits, and other groups looking to find a speaker to inform their audiences.
The service is part of CCM’s mission to deliver exceptional programs to the larger community and to assist individuals in their quest for lifelong learning and professional development.
The bureau features more than 30 full-time CCM faculty members who can speak on a wide range of topics, including alternative fuels, criminal justice and policing, cyber security, fantasy and myth, journalism, meditation, philosophy, public relations, understanding Islam, women in STEM and much more.
Those interested in securing a speaker can visit the online Faculty Speaker Bureau by clicking here to select a topic and contact the appropriate faculty member to arrange for time, location, equipment and any other details related to the desired event.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Patrol Officer Garza was speaking to Matthew Diana, 25, Orange, who approached him while he was on a traffic stop on Halsey Road (near Summit Road). This incident occurred on Saturday, February 3 at 11:51 a.m.
Mr. Diana thought the vehicle that Officer Garza had pulled over was his car service that he had requested. Patrol Officers Zachary Koch and Gregory Bloete responded to assist Officer Garza. While speaking to Mr. Diana, officers detected the odor of marijuana emanating from him.
After a brief investigation it was determined that he had three active warrants for his arrest. He was placed under arrest and found to be in possession of marijuana. Mr. Diana requested his belongings be turned over to a female who lives in close proximity to where they were currently located. Officers made contact with Jessica Faber, 19, Parsippany, and found that she also had an active warrant for her arrest. She was placed under arrest due to her active warrant.
Both individuals were transported to police headquarters and processed. Ms. Faber was able to post the $250.00 bail on her traffic warrant for failure to appear from Hillside Municipal Court. She was released pending her new court date.
Mr. Diana was charged with Possession of less than 50 grams of Marijuana.
He was released on his own recognizance pending his court date on the Parsippany charge. His custody was transferred to the Clifton Police Department since he could not post the $1000.00 bail for the active warrant from their municipal court.
Editors Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, February 10 at 1:30 p.m. Ms. Somasundaram Kavitha was traveling on Parsippany Boulevard and while attempting to turn left in the driveway of Morris Hills Shopping Center, struck a vehicle driven by Mr. Mahendra Patel.
Rockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance Squad transported Ms. Smita Patel, a passenger, to Morristown Medical Center.
Ms. Somasundaram was driving a 2016 Black Honda CRV, which was eventually towed from the scene by Powdermill Towing.
Ms. Patel was driving a 2005 Red Dodge Durango, which was also towed from the scene by Powdermill Towing.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Robert Apell determined Ms. Somasundaram was at fault and she was issued a summons for careless driving.
The 2005 Dodge Durango was towed from the scene by Powdermill TowingPieces of the vehicle on the roadwayRockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance Squad transported Mr. Patel to Morristown Medical CenterPieces of the vehicle on the roadway
PARSIPPANY — Atlantis Sports Clubs and Spa, located at 199 Smith Road, inside the Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, is one of the newest members to join the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce.
Atlantis Sports Clubs goal is for you to succeed in achieving optimum health and wellness. Whether you are new to fitness, seasoned athlete, want to relax in the sauna and steam rooms, or swim in our salt water pool, Atlantis Sports Clubs will help you reach your goal to for you to succeed in achieving your health and fitness goals. We believe that results are attain a great fitness experience that will restore and enhance your mind and body leaving you feeling refreshed, alive, and ready to meet life’s challenges.
Atlantis is open Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
PACC is a service organization for businesses, merchants, residents, and volunteers that provides education, information, and networking opportunities to the Parsippany Area. PACC works with our local and county governments and stand ready to pursue any matter that can make our community a better place in which to live, conduct business, and make a living. PACC promotes a healthy and more prosperous economic climate.
For more information on Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, click here.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany High School Band Boosters hosted a Family Trivia Night fundraiser on Saturday, February 10 at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road.
Teams of eight competed to see who comes out on top with categories that span a broad range of topics. All ages were welcomed. There were a total of 100 questions and team #5 came in first place. Team #5 members were Dave Reagan, Bonnie Reagan, Rebecca Reagan, Sarah Katz, Lonne Katz, Abby Katz and Paula Katz.
The volunteers who planned, organized the event were Ann Berdetta, Bonnie Gessling, Sanjay and Archana Kakirde, Niketa Lad, Peter and Nora Lustig and Tom and Betty Wyka.
Band Parent Betty Wyka was the emcee for the evening.
The following businesses and individuals help make the event successful: Fine Arts Connection, Greg Contaldi, The Gessling Family, The Lee Family, The Lopez Family, The Martucci Family, Jimm Volarich, Longhorn Steakhouse, Doherty Enterprises (Applebee’s of Parsippany), Lake Hiawatha Swim Club, Parsippany Focus, Therapeutic Massage and Training Center, Annabella’s, Delicious and Best, Jersey Mike’s, Kabab Paradise and Taco Bao.
The Parsippany High School Band Boosters would like to thank Mr. Dalakian and Mrs. Neglio for all they do for the music education at Parsippany High School.
The volunteers who organized the event: Ann Berdetta, Bonnie Gessling, Sanjay and Archana Kakirde, Niketa Lad, Peter and Nora Lustig and Tom and Betty Wyka (not all pictured)The scoreboard. Table #5 was the winner, followed by Table #7The judges: Peter Lustig and Tom Wyka (standing). Nora Lustig and Archana and Sanjay KakirdeThe wonderful and personable emcee Betty WykaThe event was well attended with over eighty participantsThe winners: Dave Reagan, Bonnie Reagan, Rebecca Reagan, Sarah Katz, Lonne Katz, Abby Katz and Paula Katz
