PARSIPPANY — On Wednesday, January 11 two residents responded to Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Headquarters to report during the evening of the Tuesday, January 10, unknown suspect(s) cut the catalytic converters from their vehicles.
The first victim’s vehicle, a 2002 Honda Accord, was parked on Lake Shore Drive, Lake Hiawatha.
The second victim’s vehicle, a 2010 Infiniti G37, was parked on Crown Point Road.
The car was jacked up and placed on blocks
On Wednesday, January 18 officers responded to 199 Smith Road and One Hilton Court for theft of motor vehicle parts. Officers found a 2016 Audi S6 that had its tires and rims stolen at 199 Smith Road and a 2017 Chevy Impala at One Hilton Court that had its rims and tires stolen. The thefts occurred between Sunday, January 15 and Wednesday, January 18.
These incidents remain under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department’s Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.
The rims and tires were stolen off the vehicle parked at Hilton Hotel
ATTEMPTED BURGLARIES Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officers responded to One Hilton Court for two attempted motor vehicle burglaries. The 2017 Cadillac Escalade and 2016 Dodge Charger both received damage to their driver’s side door handle area. The attempted burglaries occurred between Tuesday, January 17 and Thursday, January 19.
These incidents remain under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department’s Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.
PARSIPPANY — On Saturday, January 21 at approximately 8:30 p.m. there was a three car chain reaction accident on Route 46, just east of North Beverwyck Road.
Mr. Shaumik, was driving a 2011 Toyota Corolla and was stopped at the traffic light. Behind his vehicle, Mr. Luisito Bacosa was driving a 2009 BMW 28I and was stopped at the traffic light, when a 2016 Honda Civic driven by Ms. Stefanie Shellhamer crashed into Mr. Bacosa’s vehicle, causing his vehicle to crash into Mr. Shaumik’s vehicle.
Accident on Route 46 send one driver to hospital
Ms. Shellhamer stated to police “she was upset due to an unrelated incident, which caused her to be distracted. She further stated that she observed a green signal at the intersection of Route 46 and North Beverwyck Road but did not observe Mr. Bacosa’s vehicle prior to the crash. Rockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance arrived on the scene and assessed all parties involved. All occupants of the Shaumik and Bacosa vehicles refused any further medial treatment.
Ms. Shellhamer was treated at the scene and then transported to St. Clare’s Hospital.
Police investigation revealed that Ms. Shellhamer was at fault due to driver inattention and following too close. She was issued a summons for Careless Driving.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Officer Denis DeMuro investigated the accident.
Editors Note: A 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 — Representatives of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar present a check for $113,000 to the U.S. Marines Corps in support of its Toys for Tots program.
Applebees is located at 1057 Route 46, Troy Hills Shopping Center.
The funds were raised during Applebee’s annual Breakfast with Santa events held in New Jersey, in which 100 percent of the proceeds benefitted underprivileged children in local communities during the holiday season.
Over the past 18 years, Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in Florida, Georgia, New Jersey and Long Island – which donated a combined total of $264,723 as a result of its 2016 Breakfast with Santa fundraiser – have raised more than $4.1 million for the Toys for Tots initiative, helping to spread holiday cheer to over 230,000 deserving children.
Lincoln is about 14-16 weeks old and he has a beautiful chocolate coat. Lincoln is a playful, friendly puppy who was rescued from a high kill shelter in North Carolina and now living in a foster home in New Jersey.
Lincoln’s foster mom says…..’Lincoln is a playful puppy. He spends his days running in the yard and playing with my dogs. He enjoys playing with toys especially squeeky bones and rope toys. The only thing Lincoln loves more than playing with toys is to cuddle and be with us. He will follow us around and will lay right next to us and fall asleep. He is just so darn cute! We love Lincoln!!’
If you have a furever home for this pet, please e-mail Furever Home Dog Rescue, and request an adoption application. To see more photos of Lincoln and to see our other adoptable pups, click here.
MORRISTOWN — Auditions will take place Wednesday, February 15 and Thursday, February 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Theatre for principal roles and ensembles. Auditions for dancers will be Wednesday, February 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Details on casting and auditions can be reviewed by clicking here.
MPAC is looking for talented young and diverse performers between 14-23. They should be excellent singers, actors and dancers.
The show will be directed by Cathy Roy. Musical Director is Charles Santoro. The show will be staged Friday, June 2 through Sunday, June 4.
“We see so much talent at MPAC and they are definitely ready to take on the challenge of West Side Story,” Ms. Roy said. “We are looking forward to putting together an amazing cast and giving them a true professional experience they will never forget. ”
The story of Romeo and Juliet is transported to the turbulent streets of New York City in the 1950s as star-crossed lovers are caught between rival street gangs. West Side Story originally opened on Broadway in 1957. The original musical featured music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and choreography by Jerome Robbins.
“Although West Side Story originally premiered in 1957, its theme still resonates today,” Roy added. “We are hoping by telling this powerful story that we can remind our audiences about the hope and power of love in a time of divide and tension in our society.”
Previously, MPAC has produced Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2013), Hairspray (2014), Les Miserables (2015) and Mary Poppins (2016).
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 2016-2017 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 has been named 2016 Outstanding Historic Theatre by the League of Historic American Theatres.
PARSIPPANY — The American Red Cross is assisting two families who were displaced by a fire at their homes on Stockton Court on Tuesday, January 10.
Two volunteer members of the Red Cross Disaster Action Team (DAT) responded to provide comfort and emergency assistance to the families affected by the fire.
Four people in two families received Red Cross emergency assistance for temporary lodging, food, and clothing as needed, as well as comfort kits containing personal care items.
Red Cross volunteers remain available to the families for support, counseling and referrals to local agencies that may provide long-term assistance during their recovery.
All emergency assistance is free to those affected by disasters and is made possible through the donation of time by dedicated Red Cross volunteers and the generosity of the American public.
You can help people affected by disasters like home fires and countless other crises by making a donation to support American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from disasters big and small. Visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10.00 donation.
About the American Red Cross in New Jersey The American Red Cross provides programs and services to a population of 8.8 million in New Jersey. The Red Cross trains and mobilizes more than 5,300 volunteers who support the delivery of services throughout the state. In New Jersey, last year, the Red Cross responded to more than 760 local disasters, mostly home fires, helping more than 1,800 displaced families; collected more than 89,100 units of blood through blood drives and Red Cross Blood Donation Centers; provided more than 3,500 military family case services with emergency messages, helping families find assistance and/or get counseling and referrals; and trained more than 116,100 individuals with life-saving skills in preparedness, CPR, AED use, first aid and aquatics. For more information, please visit redcross.org/NJand follow us on Twitter @NJRedCross.
MORRIS COUNTY —Morris County Emergency Operations Center is currently monitoring a Strong Nor’ Easter. A wind advisory remains in effect until 7:00 p.m. this evening. We anticipate Northeast winds 20-30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. The Forecast data suggests that the strongest winds are expected to occur from late this morning through early this evening. It is possible that the strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power lines which may result in isolated power outages. In addition to the strong winds and heavy rain, we may also experience a wintry mix scenario. We anticipate drizzle and spotty rain showers this morning. Mid-day will give way to steadier rain with the possibility of some sleet mixing in. The heaviest rain will fall this evening with the possibility of additional sleet. A coating of 1.0″ of sleet is possible, with the best chance for a coating of 1.0″ towards and north of I-80. The main threat will end by 1:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. tomorrow morning, with lighter rain and occasionally mixed showers still possible through Tuesday on the tail-end of the storm.
We have been in contact with representatives from JCP&L and we will be speaking with them throughout this storm. If you experience an outage due to the weather, please report it using one of the following methods:
• Text OUT to 544487 • Online at www.jcp-l.com • Use the JCP&L smartphone app (iPhone and Android) • Via the “Report an Outage” tab here on Facebook (http://statictab.com/h8vmadi from a mobile device) • Call 888-LIGHTSS (888-544-4877)
Stay clear of downed power lines. Always assume they are live and dangerous. Report downed lines immediately to (888) 544-4877.
We anticipate additional call volume in the Morris County Communications/911 Center. We ask that you only call for an “EMERGENCY”.
We suggest making sure that light-weight objects such as patio furniture, garbage cans and other items be removed and/or secured.
BOONTON — The Morris County Young Republicans met on Thursday, January 19 at Vinnie’s Pizzeria and Ristorante, 406 Main Street, Boonton. The guest speaker was Morris County Freeholder Hank Lyons. Morris Township Committeeman Matheu Nunn was the event sponsor.
Also Chair Joe Bock, Boonton, and Secretary Michael Crispi, Hanover, was sworn in for their new positions for 2017.
Special guests attending the event were Freeholders Doug Cabana, Hank Lyons, John Cesaro and Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr.
Freeholder Doug Cabana administrating the oath of office to Joseph BockFreeholder John Cesaro administers the Oath of Office to Secretary Michael Crispi as Joe Bock holds the bible
The Morris County Young Republicans is a chapter within the New Jersey Young Republican Federation. We are one of the most active Young Republican clubs in the State of New Jersey. In 2016, they were proud to receive the NJYRF’s Award for “Club of the Year.” With increased membership and fundraising this past year, including for charity, the Young Republicans take pride in improving their community and working on key races for Republicans in 2017.
Several members and former members have run for and won elected office. They continue to support fellow Young Republicans in their campaigns and making a difference.
The Morris County Young Republicans is determined to grow our membership to build strong Republican networks in every one of our municipalities. We would like to encourage YOU to join our club, by donating yearly dues of just $35. You may bring a check made payable to “Morris County Young Republicans” to their next meeting, or mail a check to our office at 26 Schuyler Place, Morristown NJ 07960. You may also pay online by credit card by clicking here. Membership dues allow our group to survive and to run monthly events. For club voting rights, members must be registered Republicans between ages 18-40 living in Morris County. However, they would be delighted to have any of our other friends who are outside of those qualifications to join as Associate Members, and to attend all of our events.
PARSIPPANY — Mack-Cali Realty Corporation has made an application to the Township Clerk for a Person-to-Person Transfer of a Plenary Retail Consumption liquor license.
The application indicates it will be used for a restaurant, and will be issued in the name of Hanover Hospitality Corp, and will remain a pocket license until such time a physical location is secured to transfer the license.
The license is being purchased from the owners of the former Chand Palace, 189 Littleton Road.
The application will be on the agenda of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Council meeting on Tuesday, January 24.
Other than this license, there are no other licenses currently available within the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills.
The building located at 7 Campus Drive has an office space available sign outside. There are buildings within in the complex that are available for rent
Recently, it has been rumored that Mack-Cali will repurpose office buildings off of Route 202 and Route 10. The plan, according to some, is to turn one of the Campus Drive Mack-Cali building into 97 apartment units and store-fronts at the main level. There was also talk about bringing a upscale restaurant within the complex.
Parsippany officials won’t say if any empty Mack-Cali office buildings are being considered for housing complex.
Recently, 1515 License, LLC., purchased a Plenary Retail Consumption license and is also a pocket license. 1515 lists an address in Bexley, Ohio, which is the same address as Stanbery Development, which is planning to build a multi-use project at 1515 Route 10 East. The Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board will be hearing their application in upcoming months.
A license which becomes inactive and is no longer sited at a business premises becomes a “pocket” license. At the time a pocket license is reactivated, the licensee must file an application for a place-to-place transfer of the license so that it may be sited at the new active business address.
The license must be used within the borders of Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills. According to a recent OPRA request, the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills has 44 establishments with liquor licenses.
There are six, Class 31 which is defined as a “Club license.” American Legion, Elks Club, Lake Hiawatha Fire Department are some examples of establishments with this type of license. This license may only be issued to a non-profit organization that has a minimum of sixty (60) votin[l members and has been in active operation and has been in possession of its clubhouse for three (3) continuous years.
There is one, Class 32 which is defined at a “Plenary Retail Consumption License with Broad Package Privilege” Basket of Cheer is an example of an establishment with this type of license. This license is a Plenary Retail Consumption License, except the sale of package goods is not restricted to the principal public barroom. This “broad package privilege” was added to certain Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses in 1948, and those licenses continue to retain that privilege. These licenses are counted with the Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses for the purposes of the population cap limitation.
There are 23, Class 33 which is defined at “Plenary Retail Consumption.” Houlihans, Outback Steakhouse, The Inn Crowd, Buffalo Wild Wings are examples of establishments with this type of license. This license permits the sale of alcoholic beverages for consumption on the licensed premises by the glass or other open container. The license also allows the sale of package goods for consumption off the licensed premises.
There are eight, Class 36 which is defined as “Plenary Retail Consumption (Hotel/Motel Exception)” Holiday Inn, Sheraton Parsippany hotel and Hyatt House are examples of establishments with this type of license. This license may be issued to a person or business entity who operates a hotel or motel containing at least 100 guest sleeping rooms. A municipality may issue this license even though a new consumption license cannot be issued in the municipality due to the limitation on licenses by population.
And there are six, Class 44 which is defined as “Plenary Retail Distribution” Shop Rite of Parsippany, Green Hill Liquors are examples of establishments with this type of license.
The issuance of new Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses (including Seasonal Licenses) and Plenary Retail Distribution Licenses is restricted by population. No new Plenary Retail Consumption License or Seasonal Retail Consumption License may be issued in a municipality unless and until the combined total number of such licenses existing in the municipality is fewer than one for each 3,000 of its population as shown by the last preceding federal census, and no Plenary Retail Distribution License may be issued in a municipality unless and until the number of such licenses existing in a municipality is fewer than one for each 7,500 of its population as shown by the last preceding federal census
PARSIPPANY — A number of students from all across New Jersey gathered at TCNJ for the annual NJASC (New Jersey Association of Student Councils) election.
This election seats the eight high school and one middle school representatives for the 2017 NJASC Board.
This year there are three students from Parsippany will hold seats on the board:
Vice President: Claire Donahue from Morris County School of Technology
Treasurer: Khalid Alzubi from Parsippany High School
State Board of Education Student Representative: Karan Chauhan from Parsippany Hills
The NJASC is certified by the New Jersey Department of Education as a Professional Development Provider. They offer programs at each seasonal conference as well as during LTC for Student Council Advisors and other educators interested in student leadership. These workshops and programs count toward the “100 Hours” Certification Requirement for Professional Development in New Jersey.
2016 – Beau Bruneau 2017 – Claire Donahue (Morris County School of Technology)
The NJASC is the oldest state Student Council Association in the United States, and has inspired the “Spirit Of New Jersey Youth” since 1927. The members are from high schools and middle schools, public and private, across the State of New Jersey.
For ninety years, the NJASC has provided thousands of students in New Jersey’s public and private schools the opportunity to discover, develop, and apply their leadership skills to serve their schools and communities.
2016 – Cindy Lin 2017 – Khalid Alzubi (PHS)
As the officially recognized state affiliate of the National Association of Student Councils (NASC), and an active member of NASC Region 2, they also organize delegations to and participation by New Jersey student leaders and advisors in such activities as LEAD Conferences and the NASC National Conference.
Ava Kathleen Rybicki 2017 – Karan Chauhan (PHHS)
The NJASC is an indispensable resource for member schools to discover new ideas and enhance their own Council Projects as well as to foster student involvement in school and community.
They also provide an opportunity for leading Student Councils to provide Student Workshops and share the great things they are doing in their schools and communities.
For more information on New Jersey Association of Student Councils, click here.
MPAC is looking for talented young and diverse performers between 14-23. They should be excellent singers, actors and dancers.
