JCP&L Public Information Session to be held on Thursday

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JCP&L Public Information Session to be held on Thursday

PARSIPPANY — The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will host a public information session with JCP&L that will address storm restoration. Discussion about the responsibilities of homeowners and JCP&L during an impending storm will be undertaken as will upcoming efforts taken by JCP&L after the storm.

This event will take place on Thursday, December 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Parsippany Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.

Customers who are without power are encouraged to call 1-888-LIGHTSS  (1-888-544-4877) to report their outage or click the “Report Outage” by clicking here.

In the event of severe weather, customers should immediately report downed wires to their utility to their local police or fire department.  Customers should never go near a downed power line, even if they think it is no longer carrying electricity.  Extra caution should be used in areas where downed lines are tangled in tress or other debris.  Motorists are cautioned to treat intersections with inoperable traffic signals as four-way stops.

JCP&L customers can also subscribe to email and text message alert notifications to receive billing reminders, weather alerts in advance of major storms, and updates on scheduled or extended power outages.  Customers can also use two-way text messaging to report outages, request updates on restoration efforts, and make other inquiries about their electric accounts.

Former Dental Office Manager Pled Guilty to Theft

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Former Dental Office Manager Pled Guilty to Theft

RANDOLPH —  Sabra Aschenbrenner, 46, a mother of three whose family received an outpouring of financial support when their Randolph Township home burned down in May admitted to stealing $75,000 over a three-year period while employed at a Randolph dentist office.

Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp announced Aschenbrenner pled guilty before the Honorable Stephen J. Taylor, J.S.C. to one count of third degree Theft by Unlawful Taking in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:20-3a.

The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office received a referral of this matter from the Randolph Township Police Department which handled the initial investigation. Pursuant to an investigation by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit, Aschenbrenner was charged by accusation with having unlawfully taken and exercised control over financial bank accounts and credit cards belonging to her employer. The offense charged took place between February, 2010 and January of 2013.

As part of the plea agreement, Aschenbrenner has agreed to pay restitution of $75,000 and will face five years of probation.

Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank the Randolph Township Police Department and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit, whose efforts contributed to this result.

Man Fatally Shot at Randolph Shooting Range under investigation

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Man Fatally Shot at Randolph Shooting Range under investigation

RANDOLPH — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Randolph Township Police Chief David Stokoe confirm a fatal shooting that occurred on the evening of Monday, November 30, at the RTSP Shooting Range, 961 Route 10 East, Randolph.

At approximately, 4:59 p.m. the Randolph Police Department was notified of a shooting that occurred at RTSP.  Upon their response, it was learned that a 28 year old male fatally shot himself while inside the gun range.  Although the male was transported to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries.

This matter continues to be investigated, but is considered to be an isolated incident and there is no danger to the community.  No other persons were involved in this incident and no criminal charges are expected.

Due to the nature of this incident, no further details as to the identity of the decedent will be released.

This matter is being investigated by the Randolph Township Police Department, the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office – Criminal Investigation Section, and the Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Two car collision on Route 202

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Two car collision on Route 202

PARSIPPANY — Ms. Brittany Hipkins, 29, Morris Plains, was travelling off the exit ramp from Route 10 and attempted to make a left turn onto Littleton Road and crashed into a 2005 Chevy Wagon driven by Mr. Robert Resendiz, 31, West Orange. This accident happen on Saturday, November 14 at 6:17 p.m.

The investigation revealed Ms. Hipkins was at fault due to driver inattention.

Ms. Hipkins was driving a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Both vehicles were towed from the scene by MJ Corigliano Towing.

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The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee was towed from the scene

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The driver of the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee was at fault

 

Another Suicide at RTSP Firearms Range in Randolph

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Another Suicide at RTSP Firearms Range in Randolph

RANDOLPH — Two months after a 21 year old man took his own life at the popular RTSP firearms range off Route 10 in Randolph, reports are coming in that another 25 year old man has allegedly taken his own life within the past hour.

The shooting is under investigation and police are currently at the scene.

Parsippany Focus will update as more information becomes available.

Blue Collar Workers donate to Par Hills Parent Football Association

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Blue Collar Workers donate to Par Hills Parent Football Association

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany members of the New Jersey Blue Collar Association, municipal workers in departments including sanitation, water, parks and public works, made a sizeable donation to the Parsippany Hills Parent Football Association (PHFPA) during half time of its home game vs Roxbury,  on November 6.

“The $1,000 donation from the Blue Collar Union Local No. 1 is fantastic,” said PHFPA President John Mucciolo. “On behalf of our 70 players and their families, we would like to thank Sam Poff, president, Paul Breslauer, vice president, and all the membership of Blue Collar Union for their generous support.”

He explained, “PHFPA is in place to support the student-athlete.  Our goal is to assist PHHS in making the student-athletes’ high school athletic experience the very best it can be. Some examples of PHFPA’s efforts include, Year End Football Banquet, Trophies, Player Meals during camp, Shorts/Shirts sets, end of camp BBQ, Concession Stand, Fan Zone Apparel, pre-game Dinners, Game Day Decorations, Senior Motorcade, Game Day Program, Senior Field Tributes, Preparation, Cleanup and Maintenance of the PHHS Football Facility, Senior Scholarship and much, much more”.

Our partnership with the Blue Collar Union helps us to enhance the lives of great, hardworking student athletes in Parsippany.”

Baldwin Oaks Seniors enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at IHOP

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Baldwin Oaks Seniors enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at IHOP

PARSIPPANY — The seniors living at Baldwin Oaks Apartments enjoyed a complimentary dinner at International House of Pancakes (IHOP) 792 Route 46.  Owners Mo and Sobhy Abdelhadi invited over 80 seniors to IHOP on Thanksgiving Eve for a complete Turkey dinner.

MyLimo of East Hanover picked up the seniors at Baldwin Oaks and brought them to and from IHOP to receive their dinner. My Limo was named one of New Jersey’s Top Family Businesses for 2014 by New Jersey Monthly Magazine. For more information on MyLimo, click here.

 

Parsippany High School Graduate of 1996, All-State Football Star dies

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Parsippany High School Graduate of 1996, All-State Football Star dies

PARSIPPANY — Aaron Edward DeLuca, 37, passed away on Friday, November 13 at his home in Manchester.

Aaron was born in Livingston and grew up in Parsippany before moving down the shore five years ago.

He graduated from Parsippany High School in 1996. Aaron then went on to attend Montclair State University, Fairleigh Dickenson University and graduated from The Chubb Institute in 2002.

Following in his Uncle Mike’s footsteps at Parsippany High School, he was a gifted artist and a dedicated All-Star athlete and received many awards for both. He played many sports but his love was playing football.  In 1996, he received awards for Parsippany High School Lineman of the Year, All-County 1st Team and NJ All-State. His artwork is also in the Permanent Art Collection at the Department of Education in Trenton.

Aaron was self-employed as a web designer and a marketing communications specialist. He also worked on projects with his late uncle at Graphic Impact in Sunapee, NH.

He was predeceased by his fiancée, Barbara Perez; his uncle, Michael F. Ryan; his  maternal grandmother, Ann M. Ryan, his paternal grandparents,  Helen and Louis DeLuca and his bulldog, Alexander the Great.

Aaron is survived by his mother, Deborah (nee-Ryan) DeLuca of Manchester;  his father, Raymond DeLuca of Lakewood; and his maternal grandparents, Edward A. Ryan and Marilynne Tortorello of Conway, SC.; he is also survived by his many dear relatives and friends.

Cremation was private. In Lieu of flowers, please make donations in his memory to the Ryan Foundation for the Arts (PHS Scholarship Fund, in memory of Aaron DeLuca), 7 Frances Court, Manchester, New Jersey 08759.

Pinnacle Foods to Acquire Boulder Brands

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Pinnacle Foods to Acquire Boulder Brands

PARSIPPANY — Pinnacle Foods and Boulder Brands announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Boulder Brands by Pinnacle Foods, in a strategic, synergy-rich transaction that expands Pinnacle’s presence in growing and complementary health and wellness categories.  The transaction also expands Pinnacle’s presence in the natural and organic retail channel and provides Pinnacle with a new growth platform in refrigerated foods.

Under the terms of the agreement, Pinnacle Foods intends to launch a tender offer to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Boulder Brands for $11.00 per share, in a transaction valued at approximately $975 million, including approximately $265 million of net debt.  The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2016.  Pinnacle expects the transaction to be accretive to EPS beginning in 2016.

Boulder Brands, headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, manufactures a portfolio of health and wellness brands, including Udi’s® and Glutino® gluten-free products, EVOL natural frozen meal offerings, and Smart Balance® and Earth Balance® refrigerated and shelf-stable spreads businesses.  The Boulder Brands portfolio is sold in both traditional and natural and organic channels in the U.S., with a consumer base that skews younger than that of Pinnacle’s current portfolio average.  Annual net sales of Boulder Brands totaled over$500 million in 2014.

Commenting on the announcement, Pinnacle Foods Chief Executive Officer Bob Gamgort stated, “The acquisition of Boulder Brands further expands our health and wellness portfolio, currently anchored by the Birds Eye® and gardein™ brands.   In addition to being a synergy-rich, accretive transaction with on-trend brands, the acquisition provides us with an important health and wellness talent pool in Boulder, Colorado.  In this regard, we plan to retain Boulder’s existing headquarters location.”

Dean Hollis, Chairman of Boulder Brands, said, “After a thorough review of strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value, we are pleased to provide our shareholders with immediate and substantial cash value.  In addition to shareholder value, this combination provides significant benefits for all stakeholders.  Boulder Brands’ purpose has been to ‘lead change and improve lives’ and today marks an important milestone in that journey.  Together with Pinnacle Foods, Boulder Brands will have additional and stronger resources to drive our brands and deliver value to customers and consumers, while providing new opportunities for employees. We expect a seamless transition and look forward to accelerating our growth across an impressive collection of health and wellness brands as part of Pinnacle Foods.”

The transaction will be funded with cash on hand and new debt.  Pinnacle anticipates that, over the next two years, it will increase Boulder Brands’ 2015 consensus Adjusted EBITDA of $62 million by approximately 50%, through a combination of synergies and previously identified cost savings, partially offset by the impact of portfolio optimization that Pinnacle plans to undertake.  The anticipated 2017 pro-forma Adjusted EBITDA, combined with the net present value of tax benefits totaling $47 million, implies a purchase price multiple of 10x and Adjusted cash EPS accretion of approximately 8%.

Pinnacle plans to provide 2016 guidance, inclusive of Boulder Brands, during the Company’s 2015 year-end earnings conference call in February 2016.

Perella Weinberg Partners LP is serving as financial advisor to Pinnacle Foods in connection with this transaction, and Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP is serving as legal advisor.  Bank of America Merrill Lynch has provided committed financing in connection with the transaction.

William Blair & Company LLC is serving as financial advisor to Boulder Brands, and Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP is serving as legal advisor.

Montville School of Rock Raises Over $1,600 for Emma

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Montville School of Rock Raises Over $1,600 for Emma

MONTVILLE — More than two dozen student musicians and two alumni gathered for a concert-fundraiser to help the Wyman family, whose one year old daughter Emma is undergoing treatment for cancer at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, on Monday, November 23 at Montville Township High School.

More than 100 people attended the concert, which featured pop, heavy metal, punk, rap, jazz, and classic rock-n-roll and raised $1,644 for Emma.

“Emma Marie Wyman is a happy, beautiful (one-year-old) baby girl undergoing at least one year’s worth of treatment at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for a rare type of sarcoma. Her parents, AJ & Lindsey (Kmit) Wyman, who are lifelong residents of Parsippany, learned of Emma’s tumor in late May and have taken her to Philadelphia to be treated by internationally-recognized pediatric oncologists. As they await more in-depth results regarding the type of sarcoma Emma has and begin chemotherapy, AJ has begun to take time off from his job as a corrections officer, while Lindsey is on her unpaid summer break from teaching sixth grade social studies at Brooklawn Middle School. During this life-altering time, AJ and Lindsey will incur costs from medical to travel expenses, while keeping up with their regular monthly bills for their cars, home, etc.

Please know that even the smallest donation will go a long way to aid baby Emma and her loving parents during this incredibly difficult time. Thank you for your love, support, and above all, your prayers.

You can donate directly through GoFundMe, by clicking here.

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